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Fuel company apologizes for spill KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND Nelson Star Reporter

The company whose truck traveled into the Slocan Valley last week is apologizing for the jet fuel spill into Lemon Creek and is promising to clean up the mess.

“We want to apologize to the residents of the area and we’re working hard to bring this incident to a successful conclusion as quickly and as safely as possible,” Wayne Smook, senior VP of Executive Flight Center, told 103.5 the Bridge.

Smook said his company, a marketer of aviation fuel in Western Canada, currently has about two dozen specialists at the site of the spill.

“The safety of the public and the environment is a paramount concern to us here at Executive Flight,” Smook said. “That’s why we’re testing the waters, have people on the ground, looking at all the different tributaries and containing and cleaning up the site.”

The spill occurred Friday when a tanker truck carrying 35,000 litres of A1 jet fuel overturned on the Lemon Creek forest service road losing the bulk of its load. The truck was en route to a refuel site for he-

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An Executive Flight Center tanker truck rolled into Lemon Creek on Friday afternoon after the driver made the wrong turn and travelled down the forest service road. The truck was carrying 35,000 litres of jet fuel.

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licopters fighting the Perry Ridge wildfire when it went off the forest service road and landed on its side in the creek. Residents suggest it took a wrong turn, because the base camp was not accessed via the logging road.

Lemon Creek forest service road is closed beyond a certain point due to washouts and slides.

Del Roshinksy of Slocan

was travelling on Highway 6 with her husband Ed. They picked up the truck driver after the crash.

“We were by the Lemon Creek bridge and we saw this guy running down the road,” she told 103.5 the Bridge. “We picked him up and he was pretty shook up. He said he put his truck in the creek up on its roof.

We didn’t realize it was a

big tanker… he just said ‘I could have been dead.’”

Roshinksy said the driver was in shock and claimed to be running for six kilometers.

“He just said someone gave him the wrong directions,” she relayed.

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After 12 years of publishing, a local group of magazine makers has landed an extraordinary honour — two in fact.

Kootenay Mountain Culture (KMC) has been named Magazine of The Year for BC/Yukon by the esteemed Western Magazine Awards (WMA), an organization that for the past three decades has represented all of the magazine titles throughout BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon.

What’s more, KMC’s partner publication, Coast Mountain Culture (CMC), has been awarded the Best New Magazine.

“We were really honoured,” says KMC/CMC publisher Peter Moynes, who attended the 31st annual WMAs with editorial director Mitchell Scott and CMC editor Mike Berard last month.

“The first thing we thought of was all the support we’ve had from so many folks throughout the Kootenays, some for quite a while now — our families, all our readers, contributors and all the businesses who’ve put their trust in us.”

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People evacuated from their homes after a tanker truck carrying 35,000 litres of jet fuel spilled into Lemon Creek Friday afternoon were concerned and in limbo on Saturday morning as the hazardous material filled the air and water in the Slocan Valley.

Having heard about the disaster before bed, Brian Rosen had a restless night at his home in Shore Acres a couple hundred feet from the Slocan River. And at 6 a.m., he was asked to leave.

“I just worry about the river, really — the fish and the plants, really,” he said a few hours later. “It’s been untouched so far. Now it’s touched and this is a big wake-up call for the Kootenays. We live in this secluded area and we think that everything is so pristine but it just takes one truck.”

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“Last night I was singing our song, Wild Rivers,” he said. “We focus on singing about noticing nature and our connection to where everyone comes from.”

Rosen had an eerie feeling Saturday morning with his home and community not safe.

While some evacuees found their own accommodations, others were directed to facilities within Nelson.

Gwen Rasmussen was woken at about 1:30 a.m. and asked to leave her Passmore home. By the time they departed an hour later, she could smell the fuel in the air. She described the smell as being similar to diesel.

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Saturday morning, as Rasmussen sat at Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus surrounded by others evacuated from her community, she thought of the geese — “a ma and pa with their goslings” — she’d taken pleasure in watching in her yard.

“What a shock. It seems like there is just one disaster after another,” she said. “The environmental damage that’s going to be done to that river is going to have such an effect on the wildlife.”

Robert Brown is another Passmore resident who was among the approximately 120 people who sought refuge at Selkirk College’s Tenth Street residence. Passmore is a narrow section of the valley where many live alongside Lemon Creek and is within the 800-metre evacuation zone.

People at the college dorm awaited news about whether they’d be able to return home while talking about what had happened. Some felt there could have been better communication with residents from authorities while others lauded the efforts of volunteers going door-to-door enduring the fumes thick in the air.

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Many wanted to know why the tanker truck was travelling up Lemon Creek forest service road in the first place.

Looking ahead, Brown is concerned about the community’s water supply that comes directly from the affected creek. Residents have been asked to avoid using water from sources within the evacuation area.

“I am very worried about the water supply and what this means for our ability to drink and live there,” said Brown.

Carolyn McTaggart lives on Krestova Road and was woken up at 3 a.m. by firemen asking her to leave. She brought her dog and guinea pig along with her, but had to leave turtles and two horses behind.

Many in the area have livestock and two of McTaggart’s direct neighbours have boarding stables. Leaving behind her horses had the woman uneasy.

“There are toxic fumes and horses are extremely susceptible,” she said. “They’re part of my livelihood.”

At the time of evacuation, McTaggart was hosting her sister and five nieces and nephews from Calgary. The

family lives on higher ground and weren’t evacuated during the floods that hit the Alberta city last month.

Now, on vacation in the Slocan Valley, being evacuated due to a jet fuel spill has them shaking their heads at the irony of something so unexpected causing them to be evacuated now.

McTaggart is keeping her head about her and said being calm is most useful right now.

“It’s scary but you’ve just gotta deal. There’s no point in getting upset until we know what to be upset about. It won’t help,” she said.

Over at L.V. Rogers, about 240 people were on site Saturday morning. Several had arrived around 4 a.m. and filled cots set up in the gymnasium.

“They arrived very tired, with children and their pets,” said Red Cross Emergency response team volunteer Ian Wood. “Very tired and very concerned but very glad for the service provided. They were generally in good spirits.”

Around 800 homes were evacuated. Residents north of Lemon Creek were sent to W.E. Graham Community School.

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Fish Washing Up on Shores of River

Nelson angler calls spill ‘a disaster’ for fish BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor

A YouTube video showing the damage to Lemon Creek and the Slocan River which was shot by a local avid angler is making a significant impact on the internet.

Sarosha Stockton — who runs the website kootenayangler.com — posted the five-minute video on Saturday. Stockton shows viewers some of the impacts the fuel has had on the Slocan River.

“It’s a terrible day for the Slocan River,” he says in the video.

Stockton shows some of the small dead fish washed up on shore and some of the discoloured and contaminated water along the banks of the Slocan River.

“Fish are dying and there’s the proof,” he says pointing at several small fish.

Speaking to the Nelson Star on Monday, Stockton said he first heard a report on the CBC Friday afternoon.

“I immediately thought ‘this sounds really bad,’” he said. “I knew exactly where that tanker

In the video that local angler Sarosha Stockton posted to YouTube on Saturday, he states that “it’s a terrible day for the Slocan River.” The video has received more than 15,500 views since it was posted.

flipped in because I have fished that river for years and years and years.”

Stockton is not a fishing guide, but grew up in the Nelson area.

As a kid he was introduced to the

sport by his parents where they fished Kootenay Lake. Now 39 and a cement mason by trade, Stockton promotes fishing in the Kootenays through his website and social media.

Once Highway 6 was reopened, Stockton made the trip to where Lemon Creek flows into the Slocan River.

“This is one of my favourite fishing holes that you see in the video,” he told the Star. “It’s a great pool, it’s been fantastic over the years and this could really throw all that into peril.”

The primary fish anglers look for in that area are bull trout, rainbow trout and whitefish. Stockton said there is also a number of river otters who make their home just downstream from the Lemon Creek outlet.

Stockton said when he got to the river’s edge, the impact was obvious.

“The smell itself was so nauseating, it was really overwhelming… my clothes still stunk after the fact,” he said. “The rainbow colours [from fuel] and the milkiness you see in the video, it was really disheartening.”

In the video Stockton’s passion for the ecosystem that surrounds the river is obvious.

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“This is the biggest event that has really shook the Kootenays as far as an environmental spill. It’s really a disaster.”

As for the ongoing efforts to clean up the mess, Stockton feels more action can be taken.

“A proactive response is really what needs to happen,” he said.

“To fix the problem is really going to require boots on the ground to make this thing go away.”

On Sunday afternoon the YouTube video had 310 views and by Tuesday the totals had reached 15,500 views.

“I never really expected it to have that many views in that short of period,” he said. “That’s good because it means there are so many people out there that are concerned about this type of spill.”

The video can be seen by searching “Lemon Creek Jet Fuel Spill” on YouTube.

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Large Crew on the Ground Fighting Forest Fire Near Winlaw

Perry Ridge wildfire a priority BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor

A Type I Command Team has taken over the Perry Ridge forest fire as the blaze becomes a priority location in the province.

As of early Tuesday afternoon the wildfire west of Winlaw was estimated at 97 hectares in size. It was first spotted last Wednesday.

“Crews report that the fire was fairly quiet overnight,” Southeast Fire Centre spokesperson Carly Shaughnessy told the Star on Tuesday. “The crews have made progress and have established approximately 1,860 metres of handguard on the southern portion of the west and east flanks.”

A handguard is a threemetre spacing which crews dig down and remove all combustable debris. They then tap into a nearby water source and begin spraying the fire inward.

The Type I Command team consists of some of the best Ministry of Forests wildfire specialists in the province and includes a section chief, logistics person, finance person, incident commander

and operations person. In total there are currently 80 firefighters and eight helicopters fighting the Perry Ridge fire. The firefighters consist of the locally-based Valhalla Unit Crew and Sentinel Unit Crew who are being joined by the Monashee Unit Crew (Revelstoke) and the Flathead (Cranbrook) who were en route Tuesday morning.

The fire is located in extremely difficult terrain with no road access. Crews are delivered to the area via the air and parts of the fire are only able to be actioned from the sky using helicopters and 802 air tractor planes.

With blazing temperatures expected to be put on hold for the next few days, it may provide some assistance to the crews on the ground.

“The forecast is fairly good news for our fire, but it will depend on how much rain we do see with this system,” said Shaughnessy.

The fuel spill at Lemon Creek did not hamper efforts to extinguish a forest fire on Perry Ridge. The spill “has not affected our response in any way,” Jordan Turner with the Southeast Fire Centre told the Star on Sunday. “In fact, our

A total of eight helicopters are working on the Perry Ridge wildfire near Winlaw. Robyn Gold photo

response has increased. We have other areas for staging helicopters along the Slocan River as well as at Castlegar.”

Turner also addressed concerns that using water from the Slocan River, which Lemon Creek flows into, might literally add fuel to the fire.

“We had some concerns about that yesterday from members of the public,” he said. “We have been making sure any water taken from the river is from a safe location. The Ministry of Environment tells us any residual fuel that could possibly be in areas we’re picking up water from would evaporate before it makes contact.”

On Monday another forest fire was spotted in the area near Ainsworth Hot Springs.

The small spot fire is located 4 km from Ainsworth near Loon Lake. There is currently one initial attack crew (three people) on location.

So far this fire season there have been 80 fires which have burned a total of 285 hectares. Of those 80 fires, 49 have been lightning caused the rest were started by people. The five-year average for fires at this point in the wildfire season is 133.

Depending on what the next few days bring in terms of weather, the Ministry of Forests may implement a campfire ban for the region.

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Do Not Use order in place for impacted waterways

Continued from Page 1 into Friday night with the smell of fuel thick in the air.

Volunteers went door-todoor until well past dawn.

Highway 6 was closed for nearly 24 hours during this time.

By Saturday mid-afternoon, the highway reopened and the Regional District of Central Kootenay lifted the evacuation order based on analysis of numerous air, water and soil samples taken by the Ministry of Environment.

Since then, Interior Health’s Dr. Trevor Corbeil estimates less than 40 people have shown up to area emergency rooms and private doctor clinics with “minor sore throats and skin irritations” related to the fuel spill. He told 103.5 the Bridge “we’re very fortunate” considering the immediate health risks of jet fuel – made of benzene and kerosene.

In an earlier news release, Interior Health stated: “The fuel involved is a volatile

organic compound that in high concentrations (liquid or gas) can cause significant damage to skin, lung tissue, gastrointestinal tissue, and brain tissue. Volatile organic compounds such as these can also exacerbate any chronic diseases such as emphysema, heart disease, and neuromuscular disorders.”

Corbeil said Interior Health continues its Do Not Use order for Lemon Creek, Slocan River and Kootenay River due to the ongoing risks of jet fuel contamination. This order includes no drinking, swimming or other recreational use in these water systems. Well water is not affected in the majority of cases, however, residents are warned not to use well water if it smells of fuel.

“It will continue until we have negative tests both from the Ministry of Environment and their visual observations of those last remaining pools of fuel,” said Corbeil who estimates that water could test

clean according to guidelines by the end of the week. “We recognize that this is a significant inconvenience to the residents and we really understand how difficult it is… but it really is for the safety of residents.”

Interior Health also advises residents to avoid eating fish from these rivers and washing fruit and vegetables thoroughly with alternate water sources. If anyone has concerns fruit/vegetables from local gardens may be contaminated, Interior Health recommends throwing them out, said Corbeil.

Executive Flight Centre had hoped to have tanks of water available at the Crescent Valley and Winlaw fire halls on Tuesday.

The tanker was removed from Lemon Creek on Sunday. Smook said his company continues to cooperate with regional and provincial authorities “on plans moving forward how we’re going to clean the site up long

term,” he said.

It’s said that 90 per cent of the spilled jet fuel will have ultimately evaporated with the remaining 10 per cent stuck in back eddies, log jams and gravel bars needing remediation.

“We’re looking at a number of options,” said Smook.

“We’re going to be there until it’s done.”

A public meeting to address issues stemming from the spill was organized by the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s Emergency Operations Centre. Held Tuesday evening at the Winlaw Community Hall, representatives from the Ministry of Environment, Interior Health Authority, Wildfire Management Branch and Executive Flight Centre were in attendance. Executive Flight Centre is also setting up an information website at lemoncreekresponse.ca.

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Learning from disaster

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riday’s jet fuel spill into Lemon Creek is an extremely unfortunate accident that may have a long lasting impact on the Slocan Valley environment. Once the investigation into the accident is complete, we can only hope the conclusions will help to avoid such disasters in the future.

One valuable outcome at this point is what the evacuation of Slocan Valley residents has taught officials and emergency response teams.

The scale of the Friday/Saturday uprooting of residents is something this region has not experienced in some time, perhaps ever.

Given our proximity to the surrounding forest, it’s certainly not the last time this type of mass temporary migration will take place.

In our everyday lives, we tend not to think about looming disasters. That would be a pretty dark place to exist on a daily basis. So when fire, flood, landslide or any other significant event takes place in our own backyard, we are quickly snapped back into the reality of where we live.

Rescue professionals and volunteers train for times like this. They educate themselves, hone skills and practice emergency situations on a regular basis. They prepare in an effort to protect us.

This weekend’s evacuation was an opportunity to put into play what has been practiced. For the most part it was executed well.

Naturally there were glitches and bumps, but thankfully the threat to human life in this situation was not imminent.

At the root of the jet fuel spill is the single biggest threat this area faces on a daily basis during the warm weather months. The truck that toppled into Lemon Creek was bringing fuel to assist in the wildfire being fought near Winlaw.

One day a forest fire will cause a large scale disaster in this area. We should learn from what took place this last week and be thankful there are dedicated folks amongst us willing to assist in working towards the best possible outcome.

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Editor: Bob Hall Publisher: Karen Bennett

Council Column — Candace Batycki

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The ILMA’s ‘timber grab’

uring the last municipal election campaign the word “sustainability” was used so much, by so many, in so many contexts, that this newspaper’s editor asked me if the word was losing its meaning.

I replied that I feared it was, and would continue to unless the integrity of the concept was defended.

Enter the Interior Lumber Manufacturers Association (ILMA).

The ILMA and its member timber companies are campaigning to increase log flows to Kootenay mills, arguing that too much forest has been put off limits to protect endangered species and old growth forests.

But they don’t say it that way. They say: “Sustainable economic development from the forest industry… is at risk.” They say: “Additional timber is available but ‘constrained’ by regulation.” They say: “It’s about sustainability. You’ve heard of the three legs of the stool: economic, social, and environmental. For us, the economic leg is starting to crumble.”

Except that when you look at their numbers, it’s not. ILMA members have been cutting less than they are allowed to, due to a soft market. What they’re worried about now, with the rebounding US housing market, is the difference between forecast allowable cut levels, and forecast market demand.

So they have mounted a lobby to maximize logging activity so mills can run at full capacity. This is not sustainability. It’s a timber grab.

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The ILMA is seeking to further deregulate the existing “timber harvesting land base” — scary, given how little regulation is provided by Forest and Range Practices Act — and to open up areas “excluded from development.” That means forests set aside to protect watersheds, viewscapes for the tourism industry, and habitat for wildlife. Unfortunately, on July 18, the Regional District of Central Kootenay — of which the City of Nelson is a member — agreed to join the lobby by resolving to meet with the premier and forest minister in September and push for “a comprehensive review of the timber supply” in the KootenayBoundary.

But timber supply reviews are not based on market demand, or at least they shouldn’t be. They are supposedly based on what the forests can provide over the long term, without overly compromising ecosystem services provided by forests, like water, wildlife habitat, and carbon storage. There are plenty of problems with how timber supply reviews

are done in BC, but they are not as simple as “what we can sell, minus what we have access to, equals shortfall.”

The problem is that running all the mills at full capacity is not sustainable.

The Ministry of Forests admits there is too much mill capacity in the Kootenays. Our ability to make logs into lumber exceeds the ability of our public forests to sustainably provide those logs. Years of over-cutting have already compromised the ability of our forests to support the species that rely on them.

Most of the timber operators in mountain caribou habitat supported the 2009 Mountain Caribou Recovery Implementation Plan. The ILMA fought it tooth and nail.

Our forests and watersheds are also under increased threat from global warming. A local study recently summarized projected increases in forest fires, forest insects and disease, as well as increased drought and flooding.

That’s why many scientists are now calling for more ecosystem protection, not less.

It’s not just the Kootenays. The problem of excessive cut levels and inflated mill capacity occurs province-wide, detailed in study after study, commission after commission.

But what politician, local, regional or provincial, wants a mill to close on their watch? So when the available trees in an area are used up, the political pressure is on, to open up reserves in the name of jobs.

As a friend of mine said: “It’s like they’ve discovered they are running out of gas, so they switch to the reserve tank and put the pedal to the metal.”

It’s not sustainable.

Forests are not fibre farms, they are our life-support systems, and with climate change, we need them now more than ever.

If you care about maintaining our forests, let your regional district area director know. If you live in Nelson, that director is Mayor John Dooley.

Candace Batycki is a Nelson city councillor who shares this Wednesday space with her colleagues around the table

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Letters to the Editor

Suggestions for more bylaws I want to applaud Nelson city council’s decision to “beef up” the enforcement of bylaws and their associated fines (“City considers beefing up bylaws,” July 26).

Some might call it reactionary, but I for one think our bylaw enforcement does not go far enough. Let’s embrace the possibilities that a more Draconian structure would provide for Nelson’s citizenry.

I’ll begin with just a smattering of modest proposals that, I believe, will really take this revenue generator to the next level: • No kids on Baker Street.

After the rousing success of the no dogs policy it seems only reasonable to have a No Child Policy and for most of the same reasons; they are smelly, they spread disease, they whine and cry when abandoned by their owners, etc. Let’s create kiddy corrals at either end of Baker so that busy shopping parents may just drop off their progeny and enjoy a coconut water or almond soy latte in peace whilst they shop. The kiddy drop off corrals might be a good way to create some part-time jobs for Nelson’s indigent youth.

• Dreadlock standards.

Let’s have a set of standards for dreadlocks; length, thickness, cleanliness. I foresee unlimited revenue for city coffers from such an or-

dinance. It has it all, multiple levels of interpretation, creative and discretionary enforcement, and selective application. What’s not to like?

I think we need to make our bylaw officers more fashionable...

• Increase the number of bylaw officers. We need a minimum of two per block on Baker Street, particularly in the summer months when the potential for bylaw infractions and money making are highest.

• While we are at it I think we need to make our bylaw officers more fashionable and readily identifiable. No more boring khaki shirts and shorts.

Let’s put them in snappy Zouave uniforms. Also, real bylaw officers require Segways, Tasers, and handguns so they may provide instantaneous and effective response to any infraction.

• Organize pedestrian traffic flows on Baker Street — south side of the street traveling eastbound walks to the right only and the same for the north side traveling westbound. This will allow for the bylaw officers and their Segways to pass on the outside lane travelling in opposition to foot traffic,

Harper hurting Canada

Prime Minister Stephen Harper is trying very hard to negotiate a Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

This deal will jeopardize our governments to enact legislation at every level. It will give European companies the right to challenge any Canadian law that affects their profit, including areas of health care, education, pharmaceuticals, the environment, our water, our public services in our courts. This agreement

would hamper our governments at every level from supporting local economies, poverty, hunger and homelessness.

Already, more than 40 municipalities have demanded to be exempt from this draconian agreement.

Opposition has already been expressed by labour unions, environmental groups, the Council of Canadians and others. Let your MP in Ottawa know that you are opposed to this agreement.

Bob Abrahams Nelson

thus making the issuance of tickets for infractions expeditious and allowing the bylaw officers and public to traverse Baker Street in a continuous circuit, no more ambling and milling about. Just shop ‘til you drop.

• Hire an expensive public relations and marketing firm from outside the area, say Vancouver or Calgary, to solicit community input on these ideas through a series of semi-public forums, create a “high-level” document, ostensibly to guide public policy and councils decision making, but in reality something that can be shelved and largely ignored.

If these humble suggestions meet with success and reach popularity similar to the no-dogs ordinance, they should immediately be followed up by no-cats and no-hippie ordinances.

We have only to look to our southern borders to see that a tough on crime, zero tolerance, guns and ammo approach to every level of government delivers results.

Maybe not the ones we are after but hey, why worry, eh?

Oh and while we are at it, how about a no-city council inside the city limits ordinance? It’s not like they actually ever touch down here anyway.

Richard T. White Nelson

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After retiring from a career as a school teacher, Ann Alma has turned to local kids to see what they can teach her.

In her newly self-published book Kids Who Grow Their Own Food: Facts, Notes and Helpful Hints, Alma shares the experience of 10 Nelson and area children who tend their own gardens. The author spent the better part of a year shadowing these youngsters, asking them about their process and taking pictures at every stage of the growing cycle.

“Gardening is really important, especially for the younger generations who aren’t necessarily learning where their food comes from,” says Alma, who grew up on a market garden in Holland.

“This book shows how easy it is to plant a seed in the ground and grow some food of your own — be it pumpkins or tomatoes or all the ingredients for a special soup.”

The book is divided into three parts based on the seasons: spring, summer and fall. The different tasks for each season are described in detail, from nourishing the soil with compost before the seeds are planted, to harvesting and cooking their bounty and saving seeds from the plants for next year’s gardens.

The young gardeners are learning as they go, occasionally having to correct their mistakes. One girl plants her potatoes too close to her other crops and has to dig them out and move them to a different section of the garden.

At the end of each section they offer tips for the readers.

“The kids ranged in age from four to 14, and they were all very insightful about what they were doing,” Alma says. “It was really a joy to share their gardens.”

A couple of the kids are growing food as a

Ann Alma and her new book.

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way to connect with their heritage. One young girl is First Nations and some of the others are Doukhobors. Their cultural traditions make their way into the pages of the book, as do the favourite recipes of all the children.

Alma hopes the book, in addition to inspiring people to pick up a gardening spade, will teach them about the importance of heritage and heirloom variety crops that are facing extinction with the prevalence of industrial farming and genetically modified seeds.

“This is a book for everyone, whether you have children to share it with or just want to read it for yourself. There’s a lot of good information in there,” Alma says.

Ann Alma will be at the Kootenay Co-op Grocery Store promoting the book this Friday from noon to 2 p.m. There will be copies of the book for sale, as well as activities for kids, free snacks and a gift basket for a draw.

For more information see annalma.ca.

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Aug 1st - DJ Bryx Free Show Aug 2nd - Stickybuds w/ Ben Fox Aug 3rd - Five Alarm Funk with Cass Rhapsody Aug 14th - The Funkhunters, Tim Wisdom & K-Lab Aug 15th - Nicoluminous with Guests Aug 16th - Erica Dee with Guests Aug 17th - Hoola’s B-day Shaker w/ Special Guests Aug 22nd - Ash Grunwald Aug 23rd - Shred Kelly w/ Tofu Stravinski Aug 24th - The Faraguna Brothers then DJ Jesse Lee

Aug 30th - Audio Architect Montreal Aug 31st - Humans with Sonicanimation Sep 6th - Blackberry Wood Sep 7th - Neon Steve Sep 13th - Dub Pistols DJ Set by Barry Ashworth Sep 14th - Deekline Sep 16th - Chali 2Na Sep 20th - Minnesota w/ Moontricks

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Community Organizations TEENS! Is summer getting boring yet? Wild and Wacky Wednesdays for teens at the Nelson Public Library might just be the answer. Our revised schedule of programs for youth entering Grade 7 and up is: July 31 (Karaoke and talent show), August 7 (Crafternoon), August 21 (Minute to win it games). Drop ins welcome. Snacks and prizes each week! Contact Joanne for more info: 250-505-5683 or jharris@nelson.ca.

Infertility Support Group meets Wednesday, July 31 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Kalein Hospice Centre (402 West Richards Street). This is a peer-led support group for women and couples living in or near Nelson who are facing infertility, secondary infertility, assisted conception, and/or recurrent pregnancy loss. For information call 250-509-1091.

A walking group meets Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. under the Orange Bridge

by Lakeside Park. Everyone is welcome to join in for a walk. For information contact libaz@shaw.ca.

Spark! is a free after school arts group for girls ages 12 to 16 every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Snacks are provided.

Facilitated by Ursula Twiss The Nelson Technology Club hosts a Hackerspace Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., at their new location in the annex building at Selkirk College Tenth Street campus.

Hackerspace is a place to talk about technology with people who understand what you are talking about.

Al-anon meetings are held Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon Street, and on Fridays from 8

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to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street in the basement. For more information about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333.

Nelson Knitting Co-op meets every Thursday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson and District Community Complex. The meeting is open to anyone interested in sharing their projects, learning new techniques and socializing with other fibre enthusiasts.

Women and girls skateboard night at the Nelson and District Youth Centre on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. All ages and abilities welcome. The drop-in fee is $2. Helmets are mandatory.

Enter the cool, peaceful interior of St. Saviour’s ProCathedral, one of Nelson’s premier heritage buildings.

Marvel at the vibrant stained glass windows and learn the stories of the windows and how they connect to Nelson’s history. The church at the corner of Ward and Silica is open for Heritage Tours, Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until the end of August.

See the wonders of the night sky through astronomy telescopes at the Starry Night Astronomy Program. Everyone is welcome to join us at Taghum Hall, Friday August 2, weather permitting. For more information, contact Wayne at 250-354-1586.

Celebrate Riondel Days on Friday August 2 to Sunday, August 4 at Riondel Regional Park. This family festival includes a slow pitch tournament, art show, book sale, cake walk, scavenger hunt and more. The festivities are free to attend. Come out for some good old-fashioned fun!

The 31st annual Cyswog ‘n’ Fun triathlon is Sunday, August 4 at Lakeside park.

Sign up as a relay team or individual to swim-bike-run the long or short course. For more information and to register, go to Gerick’s Cycle or online at trinelson.com.

Riondel Poker Paddle goes Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riondel Park and Campground.

Open to anyone with a nonmotorized water craft. Collect cards along the shore of Kootenay Lake. Best poker hands at the end take the prizes. Cost is $10 per entrant.

Alcoholics Anonymous holds 14 one-hour meetings weekly in Nelson, at 717A Vernon Street (in the “Cellar” downstairs), including early morning, noon hour, and evening meetings on specific days. For a schedule of meetings please call 250-352-3391 or pick up a complete meeting list at the Cellar during meeting times.

Nelson and District Seniors Co-ordinating Society offers free income tax service, affordable home help services, seniors counseling and advocacy, information and referrals to community resources. For details, call the office at 250-352-6008 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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Kokanee Park Visitor’s Centre, open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Join us for yoga, kids art classes, evening stories, movies and more. Oso Negro coffee for the big kids and frozen/ baked treats for everyone!

Great for park guests and families. Complete schedule available at ecosociety.ca.

Fundraisers Panels painted during the July 5 Art Walk Opening will be available to purchase at

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the “Raising the Curtain for Pat and Maia Fundraiser” at the Capitol Theatre at $10 per panel, on July 31 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The organizers of Requiem for a Glacier, a musical installation on Jumbo Glacier, have launched an online fundraising campaign to offset the costs associated with staging this event, which is at the forefront of both art and activism. For details and to make a donation, go to indiegogo.com and search “Requiem for a Glacier.”

Markets The Nelson downtown local market runs Wednesdays throughout the summer, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find locally made art, clothing, food and more.

The Salmo Valley Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Come for fresh produce, baking and much more. Then stay to enjoy the live music, dinner and free kids activities.

For more info, contact salmovalleyfarmersmarket@ gmail.com Cottonwood Market is held every Saturday at Cottonwood Falls Park featuring live music, regional produce, eggs, great savory and sweet foods, and a variety of unique products.

The Harrop Farmer’s Market runs Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lots of organic produce available, as well as honey and preserves.

For info call 250-229-5370.

Winlaw Sunday Market is every Sunday at Sleep Is For Sissies from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring local produce, artisans, hand made goods and games for kids.

The final MarketFest of the season is Friday, August 23 from 6 to 10:30 p.m.

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THEATRE

The Capitol Theatre is hosting a fundraising variety show to raise money for Pat Henman and Maia Vezina on July 31 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 or, if you would like to contribute more, there are also $50 tickets available. Get yours at the Capitol Theatre box office, online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.

Film

The Thursday night art house movie at the Civic Theatre is Much Ado About Nothing, a modern retelling of Shakespeare’s classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with different takes on romance and a way with words, on August 1 at 7:30 p.m. Screening Friday, Saturday, Sunday and cheap Tuesday is Despicable Me 2, the long awaited sequel to the 2010 animated comedy Despicable Me, at 7 p.m. nightly, with an additional matinee screening Sunday at 1 p.m. Come laugh out loud at the Nelson Civic Theatre this week.

Literature

Local author Ann Alma will be at the Kootenay Co-op promoting her new book Kids Who Grow Their Own Food on Friday, August 2 from noon to 2 p.m.

There will be books for sale as well as activities for kids, free snacks, and gift basket for a draw.

Glynis Whiting will be reading from her mystery novel A Nose for Death at Nelson Public Library on Tuesday, August 20 at 7:30 p.m. A Nose for Death, published this year by Thistledown Press, won the Vancouver Mayor’s Award for Emerging Literary Artist. The Nelson Library invites mystery-lovers to follow their noses for a great literary evening.

Kootenay Book Weekend is September 20 to 22 at the Best Western hotel in Nelson.

The following novels will be discussed: The Appointment by Herta Muller, Year of Wonder by Geraldine Brooks, The State of Wonder by Ann Patchett, and Alone in the Classroom by Elizabeth Hay. Read these four captivating books this summer and come join them for the conversation. For more information see kootenaybookweekend.ca.

Visual Arts

The second ArtWalk opening is Friday, August 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Participating venues have switched the art on their walls and will be hosting opening receptions to show off the new exhibits. There will also be live music and performance art along the ArtWalk route.

The West Kootenay Camera Club’s 23rd annual Photo Show Winners Exhibition opens at Kokanee Camera on Friday, August 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. The show runs through August.

Showing August at the Craft Connection/Gallery 378 Stephanie Gauvin and Lainey Benson along with our ArtWalk artist Gavin Holland — all three will be showing at the ArtWalk opening August 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. and throughout the month.

Gallery 716 is featuring a pop-up gallery installation, The Ties that Bind,

by Vancouver artist Peter Sickert and Victoria artist Sarah Cowan. A reception and conversation with the artists will be held Friday, August 9, from 7 to 9 p.m.

The pop-up gallery is located two blocks up from Baker Street at 716 Stanley Street and the installation will run until August 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. daily.

The Columbia Basin Culture Tour is August 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Explore artists’ studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites during this free, self-guided event.

The Nelson Library is now showing Yvonne Vanens Munro’s weatherinspired acrylic landscapes paintings until the end of August.

Summer Museum Tours are back at Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History. Visitors and locals alike are invited to explore Nelson’s diverse history with a knowledgeable guide in the Permanent Museum Exhibit. Drop in at 11 a.m. on any Saturday morning this summer for an interpretive tour of the rich history of the West Kootenays.

At the pub

Mike’s Place Pub hosts Trivia Night every Wednesday throughout the summer.

Come with your team of one to four people.

Entry is free. Top scoring team wins a $100 Hume gift card.

Music

Stickybuds will be at Spiritbar on Friday, August 2 with Ben Fox. Tickets are $15, available in advance at the Hume Hotel. Doors open at 10 p.m.

West Coast party band Five Alarm Funk plays Spiritbar on Saturday, August 3. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are $25, available in advance at the Hume Hotel.

The 22nd annual Kaslo Jazz Etc. festival is August 2 to 4 at Kaslo Bay Park.

The lineup includes Mickey Hart Band, African Showboyz, Tiempo Libre, Delhi 2 Dublin and more. Three day passes are $164 and day passes are $71, available online at kaslojazzfest.com. Discounted youth tickets are available at the gate.

Sean Ashby brings his hot slide guitar to the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw on Sunday, August 4. Music usually begins at 6:30 p.m. and if weather allows, may be outside. Reservations are highly recommended.

Garage punks Wett Stilettos play a public show in the Kooteny Co-op Radio station basement on Sunday, August 4 with Les Taberf*cks. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Cover is $10.

On Tuesday, August 6 the Slocan Ramblers will play at the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw around 6:30 p.m.

Surprisingly, none of the members of this bluegrass foursome are actually from Slocan. They were recently voted the best new artist at the Toronto Jazz Fest.

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Shambhala Music Festival is August 7 to 12 at Salmo River Ranch. Tickets are $310, available at Big Cranium in Nelson (273 Baker Street) or online at shambhalamusicfestival.com.

Gabriel Pilatchi will be at Ravencourt B&B in Passmore for a very special concert on Thursday, August 8 beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. The Ravencourt B&B is an eclectic straw-bale house located at 4615 Upper Passmore Road. For those who have been attending the Ravencourt concerts, please note that this concert replaces the previously advertised August 2 concert.

Alexander McCowan will be performing at the Cedar Creek Cafe in

Winlaw on Saturday, August 10 around 6:30 p.m. From Winnipeg Manitoba, this singer-songwriter is touring in support of his second album, Present Times.

Funk Hunters will be at Spiritbar on Wednesday, August 14 with Timothy Wisdon, K+Lab and B.Ron. No advance tickets. Doors open at 10 p.m. Arrive early to avoid sell out.

Nicoluminous plays Spiritbar on Thursday, August 15 with Afro Q Ben. This unique multi-faceted artist takes a soulful approach to creating electronic music while fusing melodic progressions, futuristic sound design and organic elements into dirty bass drops. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $10.

Erica Dee will be at Spiritbar on Friday, August 16 with Little Dinosaur and The Fungineers. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

The Field music festival is August 16, 17 and 18 at White Crow Farm in Winlaw.

This family-friendly festival features music by Sanctums, Evy Jane, Erica Dee, Mandai and many more. Tickets are $60 per adult or $80 for a family (two parents and unlimited children). For details see thefieldgathering.org.

Hoola’s second annual post Shambhala birthday shaker is at Spiritbar on Saturday, August 17. Hoola is a party pioneer of Nelson. Come help him celebrate his 29th birthday. Doors open at 10 p.m. and cover is $5.

Vancouver hip-hop artists Madchild will be at The Royal on Monday, August 19 as part of his cross-Canada tour to support his sophomore album, Lawn Mower Man. piritbar happily welcomes Australian roots-rocker Ash Grunwald back with his band on Thursday, August 22 for a late summer throwdown. Tickets are $15. doors open at 9 p.m.

Erin Ross will be performing at the Cedar Creek Cafe on Thursday, August 22.

With a strong voice and great songwriting, she has a soulful country groove. Music usually begins at 6:30 p.m. and if weather allows, may be outside.

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Uphill residents evacuated as firefighters respond to leaky gas line Nelson Star Staff

On Friday morning, Nelson Fire Rescue evacuated residents in Uphill upon responding to a call reporting that a residential gas line had been hit.

The line in the 400 block of Howe Street was pulled by a backhoe and gas was leaking, said a release issued by the fire department.

It was just after 9 a.m. and the on-duty fire crew attended immediately with one additional member responding from home.

“Upon arrival of the crew a strong odour of natural gas was apparent as well as a pulled line extruding from the ground. The wind was blowing the escaping gas towards the residential properties on the north side of the street and in all, four houses were evacuated as a safety precaution,” said As-

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sistant Fire Chief Mike Daloise.

A high volume fan was used to direct and dissipate the escaping gas away from the houses and any potential ignition sources.

Nelson public works crews responded to assist Fortis Gas with excavating the line. Nelson Hydro crews responded to ensure that the excavation did not compromise the hydro pole. Fortis Gas was able to crimp off the line and stop the flow of gas.

As fire crews were picking up from this call, they received another reporting lines down and sparking on Perrier Road.

Along with Nelson Hydro, they attended to assess the situation.

“As it turned out the lines down were telephone and television lines,” said Daloise in a press release. “The sparking was a result of the lines contacting each other when the other lines were pulled.”

The assistant chief said Nelson Fire Rescue would like to remind everyone to ensure that they have made all of the necessary calls prior to doing any excavation and to always treated downed lines as potentially “live” until hydro crews can get on scene and confirm that there is no danger.

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Celebrating 25 Years of ArtWalk in Nelson

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It’s time to celebrate 25 years of ArtWalk once again. On Friday from 6 to 9 p.m., the streets of Nelson will come alive with live music, performance artists, sand sculptors, chalk artist, face painting, participainting, and more.

The evening will kick off with the fabulous Oxygen Orkestar, who will begin playing in the 400 block of Baker Street and then lead the participants in a lively march around the ArtWalk route. Keep an eye out for 20 poems by local writers that will be featured in locations along the route, part of ArtWalk’s “Poetry Lives Here” project.

This year’s ArtWalk features 36 artists showing their work in 16 venues from Baker Street down to Front Street.

July showcased the first set of artists, and the second set of artists will be installing their

Did you know that lawns require only 3 cm of water, equal to about an hour of sprinkling, per week?

The City of Nelson would like to remind residents to conserve water and is asking residents to: • Water every other day only. Premises with “even” numbered civic addresses may

The summer’s first ArtWalk opening was on July 5 and featured an array of activities including sand sculpting by Peter Vogel.

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work on Friday for the August showing.

Nelson ArtWalk’s long history is proof of its success. It offers area artists the opportunity to have their work viewed by more than a thousand artlovers; gives downtown busi-

nesses a doorway into creative culture; and is a veritable feast for the ArtWalking public.

Brochures and maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce, Touchstones, the participating venues or online at ndac.ca.

sprinkle on “even” numbered days (ie: 2nd, 4th, 6th etc) and premises with “odd” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle on “odd” numbered days (ie: 1st, 3rd, 5th etc).

• Water in the early morning, before 10:00 am, or early evening, after 6:00 pm.

• Premises with underground sprinklers should have the system checked for leaks and the timer set to only give the lawn about one hour worth of water each week • Ensure that water does not over-spray onto sidewalks, driveways or roads. **City employees may speak with you or leave a note concerning water over use.

Water conservation tips and video’s are available to view on the City of Nelson’s website (under Public Notices) at www.nelson.ca. During the summer season, daily residential water use is 50% more than winter season consumption primarily because of lawn and garden watering, and car washing. Excessive water use during summer months draws down the reservoir level reducing storage capacity. Storage is required for firefighting purposes and for backup supply. The City of Nelson thanks “Water Smart” residents for their cooperation.

For more information, please contact: Phone: 250-352-8238 email: publicworks@nelson.ca

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“They were quite willing to meet with the community — that was important — rather than just saying we’re going to do this,” he told 103.5 The Bridge.

“Telus said, ‘we’ll meet with the community. We will talk with you about your concerns.

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end is something I think makes everybody happy. That happens rarely.”

In May, the RDCK heard from residents in the Winlaw area who were concerned about a proposed tower for their community. Members of the Slocan Valley Citizens for Safe Technology appeared before the board asking for a local protocol on public consultation for towers. The key request from the group concerned with the effects of electromagnetic radiation on health was for public consultation to happen sooner.

Telus put its Winlaw tower on hold based on public opposition and agreed to investigate other potential sites, but hasn’t promised the tower won’t end up in the controversial location off Wishloff Road.

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Asleep at the paddle called seeing two people sleeping in a canoe by the boat launch on Nelson Star Staff his way to work only a few minNelson Police Department’s utes prior. marine unit assisted a couple of Officers with the Marine 1 unit paddlers asleep in their drifting went out on the lake to check the canoe on Sunday morning. canoe and found the people still Police received a call to report sleeping inside unaware they were a seemingly-empty canoe float- being carried down the lake by ing just past the Orange Bridge. the current.

Police towed the canoe back to However, one of the dispatch officers in the department had re- the Rotary dock at Lakeside Park.

Continued from Page 14 people up there are having with Telus … I understand that. The people in our area have said, ‘no, no. What we’re really interested in is being able to get good service with our cell phones.’”

There is one home within about 600 feet of the proposed Salmo valley site, said Cunningham who heard concerns from two residents — the homeowner and one other person who had concerns about radiation’s effect on health.

The others in attendance and about 20 people from the Hall

Siding area who signed a petition were all in favour of the tower.

The RDCK passed the following resolution: “That RDCK instruct Telus that consultation with the RDCK has been satisfied and that there is no further requirement for public consultation and further that the RDCK concurs with Telus’ proposal to construct a wireless telecommunications facility provided it is constructed substantially in accordance with the plans submitted to it ... at 6017 Kapak Road north of Ymir.”

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Christina grew up in British Columbia in the Castlegar area. She has been painting from a very young age and had the privilege to grow up in a house with many talents. Her mother is an artist, and her father is a former travelling musician. Her house was always filled with singing and laughter and also holds the memories of her first painting experiences.

Christina graduated from Stanley Humphries in 2005 with High Honours in the Arts. Her artwork is her outlet for all the chaos, love, and passion that she has experienced living in our world. Christina’s mission is to share her gifts with people and to leave a mark in the hearts of those who have the chance to cross paths with her.

Christina’s work can be seen at Jilly Bo Billy (522 Herridge Lane during ArtWalk, on now until August 31

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Raised in Edmonton and Vancouver by Belgian parents, she spent her summers in Belgium. Sophie’s world at school was in English but they spoke French at home. She has pursued a career in environmental health research with a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s in Community Health and Epidemiology. Nelson has been her home since 2007.

Sophie is a self-taught fibre artist and mother of two boys. Throughout her studies she has enjoyed the creative aspects of the work best: its look or presentation and its communication to the public.

While at home with her young children, she has found the space to accept her childhood love of creating. She took a two-hour community wet-felting class for early-childhood educators here in Nelson in spring 2008 and has not been able to stop felting since! Her hands have been literally itching to work with wool.

Sophie’s work can be seen at Shoe La La (456 Ward Street) during ArtWalk, on now until August 31

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who will be opening her practice August 12th to new patients. Dr. Adams is moving to Nelson from Ontario and will be accepting patients.

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Fortis gets approval for smart meters art harrison Trail Times Reporter

While controversy still swirls around the issue of whether or not smart meters present a health hazard, FortisBC has received approval to proceed with its advanced metering infrastructure project.

Although the utility company says it needs time to review the approval by the BC Utilities Commission before moving ahead with the project, in a recent media release they cite a belief that “advanced meters are an accurate, reliable and safe way to deliver energy.”

In addition, the company says the new meters will provide economic benefits and safety improvements for utility workers, first responders, and the general public.

“The customer can expect operational savings because we would be saving money by not requiring meter readers,” said Neal Pobran, corporate communications manager for FortisBC. “There would also be increased savings because the loss from electricity theft would be reduced, which customers currently have to cover.

“The new meters are more difficult to tamper with which would also reduce dangerous wiring practices involved in electricity theft.”

FortisBC is expected to make its decision on whether or not to proceed with the installations within the next month.

“This is a large project and will take considerable resources,” said Pobram.

“We would be performing upgrades to hardware and software in 2013, getting the new meters out to customers in 2014, and hopefully finish in 2015.”

The AMI project would only affect FortisBC electrical customers, totalling 130,000 homes and businesses stretching from Princeton in the west, through the Okanagan and West Kootenay, to Creston in the east, covering a considerable portion of the Southern Interior.

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very August long weekend, Lakeside Park beach and surrounding streets are transformed into a triathlon course for the Cyswog ‘n’ Fun race.

Hundreds of competitors, their supporters and casual observers arrive at the park bright and early to be ready when the gun goes off at 8 a.m.

Athletes will move through three consecutive stages — swim, bike and run — covering a total of 27.5 kilometres on the short course and 50.5 km on the long course.

This endurance sport is designed to truly test your stamina. After an hour or two (or three for some doing the long course) of continuous exercise, every racer should feel a great sense of accomplishment as they cross the finish line.

The Nelson triathlon course, through the chilly lake and along hilly roads, is more challenging than most. Seasoned triathletes who race around the province are unlikely to record a new personal best time here. But there’s something special about our race that keeps visitors and locals alike registering for it year after year.

Maybe it’s the complimentary pre- and post-race massages. Or smiles and encouragement from fellow races and the spectators who line the street to cheer.

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Two bonus features of being a Cyswog participant: spectators (above) and well deserved free massages (right).

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Or maybe it’s that if you jump in the lake without a wetsuit or do the cycling portion on a mountain bike, nobody’s going to look at you funny (and you won’t be the only one doing it!). Rookies are not only welcome but encouraged in the Cyswog ‘n’ Fun. If you’ve been thinking about signing up, you have until this Friday to submit your registration form either in person at Gerick’s before 5 p.m. or online at trinelson.com before midnight. You can race as an individual or a relay team, on the short course or long.

A number of volunteer race marshals are also required to ensure the event runs smoothly. For those

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not up for racing in the event, this is another way to get involved. The volunteer registration form is also on the website.

The 31st annual Cyswog ‘n’ Fun goes this Sunday,

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August 4 from 8 a.m. to noon. With an award ceremony to follow at 12:30 a.m.

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Whitecaps Academy returns Nelson Star Staff

Vancouver Whitecaps FC regional head coach David Broadhurst will be in Nelson from August 10 to 18 to lead the evaluations for the Whitecaps FC Kootenay Prospects Academy.

Boys and girls ages U10 to U18 will have the opportunity to be evaluated for selection and invitation to the Kootenay Prospects program, which will include up to four boys and four girls training groups with 16 to 20 players per training group.

“We really enjoyed our inaugural year in the Kootenays and learned more about how the program can have the greatest impact and benefit for local players,” said Whitecaps FC director of soccer development Dan Lenarduzzi. “Based on that we have made some adjustments this year that will provide a regular Whitecaps FC presence in the Kootenays, more regular contact with the players, and increased communication.”

The program, including all sessions, will be run by Whitecaps FC Okanagan regional head coach Broadhurst and will include a 10-month program with three phases, running September through June, with weekly training sessions.

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“The club’s desire is to have an overall regional program strategy that will allow the Prospects Academy to be accessible to the best players in the Kootenay region,” said Broadhurst. “In this coming 2013-14 cycle, we will operate a West program which will primarily be open to players from Nelson and Kootenay South. The objective will be to work towards a similar East program for the fall of 2014-15. This will then provide the ability to connect the two programs for select training and events.”

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC regional head coach David Broadhurst will be in Nelson from August 10 to 18 to lead the evaluations for the Whitecaps FC Kootenay Prospects Academy.

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Whitecaps FC currently provides technical services to the Nelson Youth Soccer Association and hopes to expand these services to other areas of the Kootenays.

To be selected for the Whitecaps FC Prospects Academy, all players must register for the evaluation process. Evaluation sessions will be held at Lakeside Park in Nelson during the weekend of August 10 and 11 and again on August 17 to 18.

Players interested in registration for the evaluation can visit whitecapsfc.com/academy and select Kootenay Academy or contact Broadhurst at dbroadhurst@whitecapsfc.com or by phone at 250-550-5489.

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The Nelson Star is running new crossword puzzles! The answer for Wednesday’s paper will be printed in Friday’s paper while the Friday answers will be published in Wednesday’s paper.

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The annual Disc Break Ultimate Frisbee tournament took over the Lakeside playing fields on the weekend with ten teams and 180 participants taking part. In the end it was the Phat Kidz featuring players from Nanaimo/Winnipeg beating Mana Bunn from Kelowna in the tournament final. Local favourite Nelson Homegrown (seen above) lost in the semi-finals to the eventual champions. More photos on Page 22.

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ACROSS 1 King or queen, but not a prince 5 Coffeehouse connection 9 Carnival features 14 Once again 15 Breezed through 16 “99 44/100 % pure” soap 17 Staff symbol 18 Need after a bank job 20 Partner of true 22 Veg (out) 23 Business that cuts locks 26 Change People, say 30 Just manage, with “out” 31 The Brewers, on scoreboards 32 Gal pal of Jerry and George 34 Church gettogether 37 Sikorsky and Stravinsky 38 “Know what I mean?”

41 Blender setting 42 Paste back together 43 8-Down, to Mexicans 45 Ben-__ 46 Spot for a shot 49 Tabloid twosome 50 Jamaican resort 54 Ancient Aegean region 56 Kind of question with only two possible answers 57 Classic Hitchcock film, and a hint to the end of 18-, 23-, 38- and 50Across 62 “No __ luck!”

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4 Nerdy type 5 Shake, as a tail 6 Mixologist’s bucketful 7 Command to Fido 8 Southern neighbor of British Columbia 9 Iranian currency 10 Harvard and Yale are in it 11 Leader of the Dwarfs 12 Stat for Jered Weaver 13 Country W of Iraq 19 Clean with a rag 21 Knocked down a peg 24 Rolling in dough 25 More shrewd 27 A-line designer 28 Legal memo’s “concerning” 29 Parisian possessive 33 Religious ritual 34 Household gadget used on a board 35 Big brute 36 Traffic controller 38 Short burst of wind

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held a successful 2nd Annual Camp out at Sunshine Bay Riding Grounds.

Thanks to these businesses for donating: Au Soleil Levant, CBT, Dairy Queen, Ellision’s, Kootenay Bakery, Kootenay Co-op, Pixie Candy, Procter Bakery, Safeway, Sanderella’s, Save-On Foods, Secret Garden, Starbucks, Subway, Sunshine Bay Riding Club, Tara’s Farrier Service, Walmart, Work Safe BC. Special thanks to Nora Hannon, Eva Etelamaki, and Shannon Rodman for their expertise; and to all the parents!

We appreciated the drivers that slowed down for the kids and their horses on the road!

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Show starts at 6:30 pm with Michael Sicoly lead singer from Revolver performing live acoustic and piano Paul McCartney Unplugged Special guests - The Blues Brothers Extra Special Guests - The Balfour Soggy Botttom Brothers Festival Seats $30 or book a table for 8 in the Grizzlies Beer Garden for $300 (includes 2 pizzas)

Sat. August 17 NEARLY NEIL AND THE SOLITARY BAND An unbelievable show that actually captures the magic of Neil Diamond live in concert.

With Michael Sicoly lead singer from Revolver performing live acoustic and piano Paul McCartney Unplugged Special guests - The Blues Brothers Extra Special Guests - The Balfour Soggy Botttom Brothers Festival Seats $35 • Dinner Seats $80

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Lost & Found LOST: Large black & white 5 yrs old cat. Neutered male last seen Sun June 23rd @ 1023 Gilker St 250-509-0864 REWARD

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Celebration of Life Charles (Chuck) Nicholas

Your invited to celebrate the 90th Birthday of Silvio Bragagnolo on Sat Aug 3rd from 2-4 pm Please join us at Silvio’s home at 1022 Park St. No Gifts please

Cards of Thanks Kinnaird Park Community Church would like to thank all our awesome sponsors who helped make our 12th annual High Power Camp happen!

Safeway Kootenay Market CIBC M & M’s Castlegar Public Works 7-11 Shoppers Drug Mart EZ Rock Kootenay Valley Water & Spa Canada Summer Jobs Kootenay Centre Cinemas Coleman Excavating Thank You for helping us make it the Best Week Ever!

The Nicholas family welcomes you to join us in remembering and celebrating the wonderful memories and times we shared with Chuck. Light snacks and refreshments starting at 3:00 pm pot-luck BBQ 5 PM (byob)

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Cottonwood Community Market Saturdays 9:30-3:00 May 18 to Oct 26 Cottonwood Falls Park Downtown Nelson Local Market Wed 10-4 June 12 to Sept 25 400 Block Baker St. MarketFest 6:00 - 10:30 June 28 * July 26 * Aug 23 200 & 300 Blocks Baker St. Enjoy summer at the park!

Kokanee Park Visitor’s Centre, 9 am-9 pm. Join us for yoga, kids art classes, evening stories, movies and more. Oso Negro coffee or the big kids and frozen/baked treats for everyone! Great for park guests and families.

Complete schedule: www.ecosociety.ca

Information Nelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resources Centre Drop in Wed. 12-2 pm at 719 Vernon St., Nelson For info: 250 352-6008; preventeldRabuse@sbdemail.com or visit www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org Nelson Minor Hockey Assoc Registration form available on website. Save $50 if paid in full by Aug 15, 2013. $75 late fee if received after Sept 15 The Digestion Doctor.

Gastritis, Ulcers, Colitis, Crohn’s, Irritable Bowel, Candida and Food Sensitivities. Michael Smith, Dr.TCM, FMC, has over 15 yrs experience resolving the most complicated digestive problems call 352-0459

Gilio was born in a small Northern Italian town called Pozina to Ilario and Emila Mogentale. He survived WWII and three years in a German Concentration camp. Looking for a better life for his wife Anna and son Larry (Darlene), they came over on “the boat” and found Nelson. Gilio worked hard in the mines in Sandon and paid cash for his first house which was right in the middle of the the now Rosemont Overpass.

It was then he got a job as a Laborer for The City of Nelson and worked without taking one Sick Day for 35 years. After Retirement, Gilio could be found in one of his many favorite places. Fishing at Queens Bay, 17 mile or Six Mile lakes was a great joy of his. Loved his Huckleberry picking somewhere up a mountain, as it is his secret spot or working in his beautiful vegetable garden. All the neighbors on Heddle road would wake up to bags of vegetables hanging on the doors but, their dogs would be missing. Gilio and all the neighborhood dogs would walk for hours and hours, sometimes 5 or 6 would follow.

Gilio loved his grandchildren Ashley and Robert dearly. He was also blessed with three great grandchildren that loved him and his stories more than anything. Ethan,Lily and Isabella.

His family was everthing to him as he was to them.

We would like to thank all the neighbors for graciously accepting Gilio. The nurses in Nelson and Trail who took such loving care of him for his short stay.

Gilio is survived by his sister Carmella, wife Anna, Son Larry(Darlene), Grandchildren Ashley(Colin), Robert(Julie) and Great Grandchildren Ethan, Lily, and Isabella.

He was predeceased by his parents Ilario and Emilia, and his siblings, Bruno and Olga.

On Friday June 26th, a small service was held in the Nelson Mausoleum, and was laid to rest surrounded by those he loved the most.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

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Rainer Wolfgang Frost

John J. Woikin

March 17, 1944 – July 08, 2013

February 28, 1932 July 16, 2013 The hammer is quiet and the shovel is still....John J. Woikin passed over on July 16, 2013, in his sleep, after an exuberant and lovely day with his granddaughter, in Vancouver.

John was born in Ootischenia on February 28, 1932.

Horse logging with his father at a very early age was where he began working with all sorts of machinery, and his skill quickly surpassed many already seasoned workers in many trades. His talent of being able to clearly and concisely fix any job stayed with him for the rest of his life. He always worked with his hands and head. As a teenager, John mastered the art of a backhoe within 2 hours, to the surprise of his new boss. He stayed on the job for 10 years, helping build many of the streets, sidewalks, and building foundations of Nelson.

He worked for numerous years at KFP, and also moved to Vancouver where he successfully “fixed” the other machine operators work, time and time again. John was very proud of this! John built the family home on the top of Mill Street in Nelson, and also helped his son Ken to build at Six Mile. The grandkids grew up having Deda (and his favourite companion, Benji) around, helping out with his backhoe and hammer.

His idea of relaxation was physical labour, which continued to amaze us up to his last day. John was always tinkering, turning, teching, updating, rearranging, releveling, and reinventing. In his retired years, he was happy to spend the whole day out in the shop, or in the garden. Together with Verna, their garden was and continues to be an amazing spectacle. John did take time out, however, to have coffee regularly with his friends at the Mall.

There was never an adventure that John turned down.

Whether it was traveling to Mexico, Hawaii, Cuba or California, or taking a drive down to the states, he was always for it. The road was never too long to drive up north for work or into a quiet lake for fishing. He found adventure in fixing the unfixable. And there was never a garage sale left undiscovered.

John leaves behind his wife of 59.5 years, Verna, his son Ken (Wanda) and his precious grandchildren Alexander (Crystal), Courtney (Steve) and Christopher. He also leaves his sister Mary (Doug) and brother William (Joan), extended family and friends.

He was predeceased by his nephew Ryan Woikin, his parents John S. and Nellie Woikin, his infant daughter, and favourite dog Benji.

A Celebration of Life in honour of John will be held at a later date. We would like to extend a very big thank you to family and friends who have sent love and support, through caring visits and phone calls. In lieu of flowers, in memorial donations would be appreciated to the Kootenay Lake Hospital.

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Rainer Wolfgang Frost passed away suddenly at his home in Nelson, British Columbia on July 08, 2013 at the age of 69. A gathering of close friends and family will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

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fter a full and rich life Josie passed away peacefully at the age of 95 at Elim Care Home in Surrey BC. She was born in Mikado, Saskatchewan to Michael and Mary Furman, the second youngest of 9 children. She moved to Proctor, BC in her early 20’s where she met and married Fred Fransen in 1941. They spent the next 40 years in Sunshine Bay BC, operating a fruit farm and raising five children. After Fred’s passing in 1981, Josie moved closer to Nelson and several years later to Surrey BC. Josie was a kind and nurturing person who cared deeply for her family. She loved nature, her flowers and was known to be a terrific cook. She enjoyed painting, singing and dancing and had a love of learning and adventure, driving across Canada alone in her Toyota van at age 70. Her great sense of humor with her special ‘wink’ and ‘hand shake’ will be missed.

She leaves behind her 5 children, Judy (Jack) Cross (Cranbrook), Sheila Fransen (Kamloops), Thor (Judy)Fransen, South Slocan, Freda FransenBurt(Cloverdale), Linnea(Craig) Robinson(N. Delta), 11 grandchildren, Jennifer (Kevin)Miller, Carolyn Cross, John (Katy)Cross, Andrew Cross, Carl (Clare) Fransen, Lana (Stu)Holmes, Karen(Fred)Ghatala, David Burt, Jeff (Tara) Robinson, Julie Robinson (fiancé, Cam Rathwell),Ben (Courtenay)Robinson and six great grandchildren, Cale(Nicole)Miller, Austin and Spencer Cross, Maxance Fransen, Aria Holmes and Michael Robinson.

The family would like to express a sincere thank you to all the staff of 2 East at the Harrison, Elim Village.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Nelson, BC at a later date.

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We offer in house training through Honda on an on going basis.

Journeyman status is preferred, but would consider the right 3rd or 4th year apprentice.

Send resumes to Allan Sanders - Service Manager Phone: 250-365-4845 Fax: 250-365-4865 glacierhonda-service@ telus.net

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers for the Castlegar area. Applicants should have LTL & P&D driving experience and must be familiar w/the West Kootenay region.

We Offer Above Average Rates!

To join our team of professional drivers please drop off a resume and current drivers abstract to Ashley at our Castlegar terminal: 1360 Forest Road Castlgar, BC V1N 3Y5 For more info, please call, 250-365-2515 Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

We thank all applicants for your interest!

The dealership sells new Honda’s as well as all makes and models of pre owned Cars, Trucks & Suv’s.

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Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience.

Apply at:www.sperryrail.com/ careers and then choose the FastTRACK Application.

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DAY RATE Vac Drivers. Must have all tickets, have knowledge of an oil rig. Also need Class 1 Drivers for vac and water trucks but local work.

Must relocate. Class 1 Drivers for gravel trucks and hauling swamp mats also. Benefits after 3 months and competitive wages. Fax to 1-403-8453903. Attention: Rick.

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International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The Company’s operations include 12 sawmills in British Columbia, Georgia, Oregon and Washington. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www.interfor.com.

Interfor is currently recruiting for the Castlegar, B.C sawmill.

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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway Owner Operators for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneďŹ ts package.

To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank everyone for applying, however we will only contact candidates that interest us.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted At Castlegar Hyundai our inventory and customer vehicles must be spotless.

We require a detailer to clean, restore and protect vehicles with the utmost care and skill. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Experience and a clean driving record are mandatory.

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School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia)

Information Systems – Network Administrator School District #20 (Kootenay-Columbia) is looking for an energetic Information Systems – Network Administrator to join our team. This challenging district position will provide support for district information systems.

School District #20 is a compact district nestled in interior BC. We enjoy a strong commitment to technology throughout our district. Our technical environment includes: over 1000 computers (both Windows and Macintosh); a fibre based wide area network connecting all our sites; and diverse software set.

Enjoy a very supportive environment, great quality of life and reasonable cost of living in the West Kootenays.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Designs, configures, implements and supports servers and network infrastructure throughout the district 2. Manages network services, management tools and technology infrastructure on a variety of platforms 3. Liaises with service providers, vendors 4. Documents network infrastructure and server setup and configuration 5. Logs and tracks issues 6. Ensures and manages backups of various platforms 7. Provides security expertise 8. Designs, configures, implements and supports telephone services throughout the district 9. Performs duties of Information System Technician as assigned.

10. Performs other related duties.

Deadline for applying is Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 12:00 pm (Noon). For full detail including qualifications please refer to the Careers section of our website at www.sd20.bc.ca.

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Guided online learning, instructor-led, in a highly supported environment

Psychiatric Nursing (online): This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC).

Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour.

Special Education Assistant (online): In only 9 months you could be earning $17 - $25.99/hour.

You will receive training and certiďŹ cation from the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD).

Therapeutic Recreation – Gerontology (online): Support and promote optimal health for seniors by planning, implementing and evaluation therapeutic recreation services. Earn up to $23.50/hour.

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Part Time Care Giver needed for physically disabled young man, salary, email resumes to Barb Mark at bab_360_white@hotmail.com 250-358-2266 An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry.

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Heavy Duty Mechanic Wanted Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd. is looking for a Mechanic for our New Denver facility. Applicants should hold a valid TQ for Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport,class three driver’s licence and Motor Vehicle Inspectors Licence would be an asset.

Resume can be faxed to 250 352-2172

Employment

HELP WANTED Pharmasave in Nelson is looking for a full-time pharmacy assistant.

Previous experience is a requirement. We provide a competitive wage and benefits package.

Interested candidates can contact the pharmacy manager

Eric Sollid (250)352-2313 email rx148@forewest.ca.

Please provide a resume and along with wage expectations. hours are 9am-6pm Monday 9am-5:30pm Saturday, and Sundays.

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Can you demonstrate that you have successfully managed programs?

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Community Futures invites you to manage the delivery of the BBA Program. This successful program helps small and medium businesses including social enterprises.

Learn more at futures.bc.ca Welcoming applications until August 1

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TECHNICIAN TRAINEE The Applied Research and Technology (ART) group is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Technician Trainee to join our world-class team of engineers, scientists and technologists at our technology centre in Trail, British Columbia. The Technician Trainee assists with research projects which are performed at the Applied Research & Technology laboratory, with occasional project support at operating plants at Teck’s Trail Operation and at Teck properties within Canada and abroad. This position reports to the Section Leader, Copper and Zinc.

Qualifications: • Graduation from a recognized Institute of Technology or equivalent is required.

Programs in Mineral Processing, Metallurgy or Chemical Sciences are preferred. • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to communicate effectively are necessary for this position. The applicant must be familiar with the use of computer spreadsheets and able to produce basic technical reports. • Good interpersonal, verbal and written skills are required to liaise effectively with engineering, operating and technical personnel. • The ability to work effectively in a team environment is necessary Responsibilities: • Prepare test samples • Perform simple analyses • Provide technical data for reporting purposes • Assemble equipment Teck Metals Ltd. is committed to employment equity and all qualified individuals are encouraged to forward their resume directly to our career website: www.teck.com/careers (Applied Research and Technology Centre), before August 8, 2013.

Independent Respiratory Services is a BC-owned and operated full service respiratory homecare company. We have been providing sleep apnea and home oxygen therapy to British Columbians since 1996. We are seeking applications for the position of Revenue Accountant at our Shared Services Centre in Castlegar, BC. QualiďŹ cations: • Intermediate Level accounting education and experience • Preference will be given to those with Accounts Receivable experience • Experience in dealing with insurance companies & other third party beneďŹ ts providers • Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook (2007/2010) • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Excellent organizational skills and an ability to multi-task • Very strong customer service orientation • Ability to work independently • Strong team player • Motivated to improve processes within an organization If you’re qualiďŹ ed for this challenge and are interested in experiencing a place that oers world class recreational opportunities and an aordable cost of living, please, apply in conďŹ dence to: Independent Respiratory Services Inc. Attention: Human Resources 865 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC, V1N 1H3 Fax: 1-888-713-6505 Email: hr@irscanada.ca Closing date: August 9th, 2013 We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For information about our company, please visit: www.irscanada.ca

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KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs!

Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Staining. Available online homedepot.com (NOT IN STORES).

STEEL BUILDING. Sizzling summer savings event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44$8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/ Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Apartment Furnished

1st or 2nd year Apprentice Technician We are oering a very competitive pay rate and beneďŹ t package with an exceptional work environment to the qualiďŹ ed candidate.

Send resume and cover letter attn: Justin summitsubaru.shawbiz.ca

SUMMIT SUBARU LICENSED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Nelson Ford, in Nelson BC, is looking for the right technician to service our customers. We offer factory Ford training, competitive wages, and great benefits. Salary dependent on experience $28 - $35/hr based on Ford training. Will consider 3rd/4th year apprentice. Send resume to rmcmahon@nelsonfordsales.com or fax 250-352-7282

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple.

Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

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Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Kitchen Cabinets Lot Attendant Do you have a valid driver’s license and a deep interest in automobiles?

Then we can use your help.

Duties include washing vehicles, assisting with detailing, fueling, lot maintenance and other necessary work. If you have interest or experience please email your resume to Keith Kalawsky at keith@castlegarhyundai.com or fax it to 250-365-5376

RESERVATIONS, SALES & ADMINISTRATION POSITION For Fitness & Health Retreat in Ainsworth. www.mountaintrek.com Part time, with flexibility required for additional days as needed. $18.00/hr.

Requires: Excellent communication and computer skills with extreme focus to detail. Experience in office management & customer service preferred.

Send resume to: info@mountaintrek.com before August 2.

Income Opportunity NOW HIRING! Earn extra cash, demand for simple work.

P/T-F/T. Can be done from home. Acceptance guaranteed, no experience required, all welcome! www.BCJobLinks.com

LEAF Cabinetry, serving the West Kootenay for 22 years.

Commercial & residential cabinetry, architectural woodwork. t. 250.509.4167 www.leafcabinetry.com

Misc Services Professional Organizing Clearing clutter Nelson Organizing for Home, Offices & Stores, decorating exp.

Enjoy downsizing for Seniors Free Consultation call CJ Colson 250 505-7547

Merchandise for Sale

Fruit & Vegetables RASPBERRIES, Pesticide free, fresh & frozen. $3.00/lb.; You pick $2.50/lb. 250-3994779, 1699 Hwy 3A, Thrums.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.

SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800!

Sets up in one day!

40’ Containers under $2500!

Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Topsoil, Sand, Road Gravel Fill with delivery call for prices 250.359.7188 c:250.304.8158

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 250-499-0251

Real Estate For Sale By Owner WATERFRONT HOME NELSON - 4BR 3 bath, 3200 sq ft, gorgeous city view. 114 ft of sandy beach. RV site incl.

Easy upgr. cottage on just under acre of land. Go to propertyguys.com and type in id # 196175 for more pic’s

Mobile Homes & Parks FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA certified modular homes, manufactured/mobile homes and park model homes, we ship throughout Western Canada. Visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or call 1-877-976-3737.

RV Sites REDUCED SUMMER pricing.

Beachfront Avorado RV Resort. New sites for sale $44,500. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership!

Call (250)228-3586 or online at: www.avorado.com

Other Areas 20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/payment $0 Down, $198/mo.

Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks.

Beautiful Views, West Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.texaslandbuys.com

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Slocan Valley Winlaw: Newer cottage, 2bdr w/loft. Sunny valley view,$795/m 226-0034 www.merryproperties.com

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0� Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

Small 1 bdrm suite furnished Ymir W/D N/S, ref, Pets possible $600/m includes heat 604 989-0258

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Homes for Rent

Cars - Domestic

Architecturally Designed Spacious, new throughout, energy efficient, 2 1/2 bath, designer kitchen with S/S appliances, W/D, 2 bdrm, master w/bath & deck, storage Pleasant walk to downtown. $1700./mo + utilities Tel: 604-617-6560 nelson.rentals@hotmail.com

1995 Mazda 626 4 cylinder automatic. $1900. 150,000km.

250-442-0122 or 250-4931807.

2007 CHEV Cobalt SS Supercharged, black, 2dr., 5spd., loaded w/red & black leather interior. 68,000kms. $11,500. obo. 250-231-7182. lve.msg.

Townhouses

Recreational/Sale

WOODLAND PARK HOUSING CO-OP affordable clean 3 bedroom townhouse with basements centrally located and close to amenities, park like setting Applications forms at #1,1692 Silverwood Crescent Castlegar, 250-365-2677 leave msg

1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $27,500 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar

Boats

Want to Rent Man, 50+ looking for a work-trade situation on a farm setting in the area. Hard worker with very skilled dogs.

Good refs contact Ron @ ronmurdock73@yahoo.ca or 352-9876 Nelson: 2 responsible people with 2 fixed cats (well behaved) up to $850/m all included, within city limits income guar, good tenants Star @250 551-9178 Young independent senior req long term rental. Very modest income; up to $450/m all inclu. Will consider some work towards rent. Looking for small self-contained cabin on acreagewithin reasonable range of Nelson. Solid ref avail LM for Dan @250 551-3015

Transportation

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2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski Freedom 180 F/S,

fully serviced 4.3L VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for more fishing room, tilt steering, removable seats with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow for fishing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.

This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo.

(250)354-7471 Nelson

Sailboat 1996 McGregor 26x pics (google McGregor 26) tandem axle trailer, new tires, wheels, disc brake, brake lines, hitch & wiring $15,000 OBO 354-8510

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Choosing an educational path for your child is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make!

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Choices Available ✓ Public, Private or Independent Sc hool ✓ Bricks & Mortar or Distributed Learn ing ✓ Online or Paper ✓ Project-Based, Problem-Based or Blended Learning ✓ Faith-Based or Secular ✓ Learning Style & Teaching Style ✓ Learning Support Or Special Needs

Here to Help Because British Columbia enjoys tremendous educational freedom you may need to know more about your choices before making your decisions.

Saturday, August 10, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Castlegar Library, Steve Borley (Traditional Learning Academy DL Vice-principal) discusses the goals of education, the choices you have, and what TLA can offer you as you decide how to best educate your child.

Painting the SEEDS Contemporary Learning.

Traditional Values.

www.schoolathome.ca

A team of talented young artists from the Employment Edge program put their brushes to concrete road dividers next to the SEEDS greenhouses at Lakeside Park. Their design comes from a poppies painting by SEEDS artist Marilyn McCombe, who supervised the laneway project along with all the interested joggers, walkers, and seniors who passed by or who volunteer with SEEDS. The artistic effort makes a statement that SEEDS is a seniors and youth community garden. SEEDS stands for Seniors Economic Environment Development submitted photo Project which has elders utilizing the greenhouses at Lakeside Park to grow food.

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Our services include Furniture & Accessories, Redesign, Professional Property Staging, Paint Colour Consultations & Custom Sourcing.

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Whatever your service or business, the Nelson

Star has you covered. Pick your size and we will showcase your business.

Prices start as low as $10/week Call 250.352.1890 today!

Community Gyros Step Up for Foundation The Nelson Gyro Club recently donated $2,500 to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation to go towards the current equipment purchase fund. Gyro president Steve Marshall (right) presented the cheque to Foundation president Pat Dooley at one of the club’s meetings last month.

Robbie McMahon, General Manager of Nelson Ford would like to welcome Abraham Fominoff as a noncommission sales consultant to our team. Abe is a born and raised local of town and recently won the Mr. Nelson charity event. Abe brings with him over four Abraham Fominoff years of experience and 100% customer satisfaction awards. When you are looking for a new or used vehicle make sure you ask for Abe Fominoff or as he is now known, Mr. Nelson. Abe’s new email address is abe@nelsonfordsales.com

623 Railway Street, Nelson • 1.866.605.4248

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(250) 352-7202

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SUMMER

BIKE

5 DAYS ONLY! WED JULY 31 - SUN AUG 4 2012 Bikes

Reg

SALE

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Kona Entourage.....................$2,799 Specialized Status................$2,539 Giant E Bike..........................$1,699 Kona Satori...........................$3,499 Kona Process........................$3,099

$1,999 $1,939 $899 $2,799 $2,499

$800 $600 $800 $700 $600

Orbea Onix Road Bike...........$3,149

$2,149

$1000

TOO MANY MORE TO SHOW HERE!!! DON’T MISS THESE DEALS!!!!

DON’T HESITATE FOR BEST SELECTION!

702 baker street

ALL 2013 BIKES 15% OFF! 25% OFF Bike Accessories 25% OFF Helmets 25% OFF Summer Clothing 50% OFF Winter Active Wear

250.354.4622

www.gericks.com

NELSON STORE ONLY! *Taxes Extra. Limited Stock on hand.

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