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An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and with this in mind, the regional hospital is asking visitors to wear a mask if they haven’t received a flu shot.

“During influenza season having unvaccinated health care workers and visitors wearing masks can serve as a method of source control” explained Joanne Tench, infection control practitioner at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH). “Masks may also protect unvaccinated health care workers

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or visitors from as yet unrecognized infected patients.”

Although flu season outbreaks can begin as early as October, the new regulations issued by the Ministry of Health stipulate that members of the public or unvaccinated health care providers must don a mask on Dec. 2 until the end of the influenza season (generally March 31).

A station is already set up inside the front entrance of KBRH that contains masks and hand sanitizer with additional points of supply available in all patient care areas Monday.

The mask policy is based on the honour system and there will be no “mask security” on site, said Tench.

“While staff will be able to assist visitors in the right way to put on the

masks they will not be enforcing it,” she said. “It is important for people to realize that patients in hospital may be more vulnerable to the flu and other infections.”

Surgical masks reduce the concentrate of influenza virus expelled into ambient air when they are worn by someone shedding the virus, however Tench reminds people entering the hospital to wash their hands and use the provided hand sanitizer.

“Regular masks prevent the droplet spread of the flu,” she said.

“But microorganisms can be spread by anyone and hand hygiene is everybody’s responsibility, including staff, patients, residents, visitors and volunteers.”

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The public at least now knows how much it would cost to replace the ageing Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) and how much it would cost to upgrade it to “as new” condition, following Wednesday night’s presentation

by Interior Health to the board of the West Kootenay-Boundary Regional Hospital District (WKBRHD) The Interior Health Capital Strategy and Facility Assessment determined that KBRH has a total replacement cost of just under $84 million and, using an industry standard formula, would cost in the neighbourhood of $45 million in repairs and upgrades to bring it up to a standard that could be considered as good as new.

The assessment, referred to as a Facility Condition Index (FCI), does not include all conceivable costs in the retrofitting of an entire health care facility but does take into account the physical condition of the facility as well as the condition and age of its various mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems.

The value of the assessment will be its use as a planning tool for IH and the WKBRHD in determining future capital projects to upgrade and maintain the facility.

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From the Trail Daily Times on December 11, 1956. Smoke and flames pour out above while over 35 firemen attended to the fire. Stores on the ground floor escaped with only water and smoke damage but some of the offices on the second floor were gutted.

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The Strand Theatre, showing “Roughly Speaking” on the marquee in 1945. Built by the Famous Players Canadian Corporation, the Strand was one of the finest of its kind in the Province.

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Historical blaze wiped out Strand Long time Trail residents will recollect the remarkable Strand Theatre that stood proudly on the 1300 block of Cedar Avenue.

Officially opened in the spring of 1938, the new structure replaced the Liberty Theatre

and created new office and retail space for the popular Hughes Brothers photography firm.

Built by the Famous Players Canadian Corporation, the Strand was one of the finest of its kind in

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the Province. Of modern design, many will recall the extravagant staircase that ascended on either side of the well-appointed lobby to the balcony area. Twelve beautiful murals decorated the walls, featuring a scene of a sunken garden.

Friday, May 13, 1938 saw the official opening, showing a double feature of “Checkers,” starring Jane Withers and Stuart Erwin, and “Sally, Irene and Mary,” starring Alice Fay and

Tony Martin. Mayor E.L. Groutage held the honour of purchasing the first ticket.

One fateful winter’s day, on December 11, 1956, an early morning blaze destroyed the theatre in its entirety, save for the projection room.

Considered one of the worst fire disasters in the City’s history, it was believed to have been caused by faulty wiring. Causing over $200,000 in damage, the fire also hospitalized 3 firemen due to

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excessive smoke inhalation. Firemen from Trail, Tadanac and Warfield, 35 in total, responded to the call.

Many current residents were schoolaged that year and recall standing in the Central School playground and witnessing the blaze, which was brought under control and put out by noon that day.

Pupils of St. Michael’s even remember seeing smoke and tall flames that morning and being informed by teachers of the fire.

A lovely building, the Strand is remembered as one of the most attractive and luxurious establishments this City has ever seen.

Pick up a copy of the Trail Journal of Local History at the Trail Historical Society’s office in Trail City Hall or visit the website www.trailhistory.com

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Bev Edwards and Leo Salsman, on behalf of the West Kootenay Smoke ’N’ Steel Car Club, are pleased to present a donation of $500 each to Sanctuary (Ken Potter) Kate’s Kitchen (Major Wilf Harbin) Trail United Church food bank (Eleanor Harper and Marylynn Rakuson).

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Backyard chickens up for debate

By Carolyn Grant Kimberley Bulletin

The debate on backyard chickens returned to City Council on Monday evening, with Council receiving two petitions (one online and one handwritten) in favour with a total of 334 signatures.

Council also received a collection of emails received from citizens, with 16 letters against backyard chickens and five for. The request for backyard chickens originated last June when Rob Palermo approached Council to speak on the subject.

He told Council that his family had decided to try to provide themselves with as much food as possible that they knew to be healthy, safe and clean from any unnatural products, pesticides and or chemicals. They planted fruit trees, built a greenhouse and

planted a garden. At the time, he and his family had both backyard chickens for eggs and rabbits for meat.

“We have taken appropriate measures to ensure our choice of raising these animals will not be affecting our neighbours and believe the measures taken would fall into guidelines set up by other neighbouring cities like Nelson and Invermere,” he told Council.

At the time, he promised to return to provide further information and indication of support for the idea.

Palermo told Council that other jurisdictions such as Victoria, Kaslo and Invermere did allow backyard chickens.

“The health and safety of our food system is deteriorating,” Palermo said.

“If we desire to provide healthy food for ourselves, as

long as it’s not affecting anyone else, there shouldn’t be a problem.”

He also said that since he’d

“If we desire to provide healthy food for ourselves, as long as it’s not affecting anyone else, there shouldn’t be a problem.”

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had to get rid of his chickens he notices so much more waste going to compost.

He said that he understood that Bear Aware would have concerns but said he didn’t think it would be a problem.

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issues. I don’t think chickens would attract more.”

Palermo urged Council to host a town hall meeting so the community could have a discussion.

Mayor Ron McRae said that with Council only receiving some of the information that day — such as the package of feedback from citizens — a little more time would be required to look at it.

“We need to make an informed decision on whether to go to the community as a whole,” McRae said. “It’s probably a little premature for a bylaw.”

Council also wants to do some research on communities that have had some success with backyard chickens.

Kaslo, it was pointed out, had a requirement that backyard chickens be contained by an electric fence.

From page 1 “This is similar to a 2003 report that was used for capital planning in the past,” said Ingrid Hampf, acute care area director. “The new version updates facilities information, upgrades, status, bricks and mortar.”

In the 10-year period following the last assessment approximately $10.5 million was spent on capital projects and $19.4 million on capital equipment at KBRH. However, Hampf stressed that the condition of the various facilities was not the only factor in determining capital projects for the health care authority.

“This is only one of 11 pieces of information that IHA and the province uses in planning,” she said. “A major driver is around the projected demand for the services that the facility offers in the future, what programs need to function, the needs for clinicians in the area. You can’t read too much into one report.”

The planning process for determining capital projects is established as a joint venture between IHA and the WKBRHD with the hospital district paying for 40 per cent of the projects and the provincial government and hospital foundations covering the remaining 60 per cent.

“The foundations are great players,” said Hampf. “All the donors in the communities help to purchase equipment needed at the facilities.”

But while much has been made of the dollars, not much has been said of the years.

With the exception of the Arrow Lakes Hospital in Nakusp all of the major health care facilities in the region; Boundary Hospital in Grand Forks, KBRH in Trail, Kootenay Lake District Hospital in Nelson, and the Castlegar and District Community Health Centre are between 50 and 60 years old.

Although KBRH, being the largest facility in the region and one of the oldest at 60 years young, does carry a substantial price tag for upgrades to bring it to “as new” status, the same can be said for every other facility in the district.

“It does take a lot of investment to keep facilities in shape,” said Hampf. “But we had a similar report in 2003 and we’re still here.”

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B.C. government considering Guilty plea in grocery store liquor sales gang killing Vancouver

By Dene Moore

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VANCOUVER - British Columbia is pondering whether residents should be able to add liquor to their weekly grocery list, as the provincial government looks to modernize provincial liquor laws.

Allowing alcohol sales at grocery stores is one of 70 recommendations in a report submitted this week to the provincial justice minister by John Yap, the parliamentary secretary tasked with the review of liquor laws.

“It is evident to me that B.C.’s current liquor laws have not kept pace with modern consumers,” Yap said Thursday.

“British Columbians lead busy lives and they are often hard-pressed for time so I’m recommending we have a more convenient option available to them so they’re able to pick up a bottle of wine or a six-pack of beer when they are shopping for their groceries.”

Yap said he would support a model where the sales of liquor be separate from grocery sales in the store, making sure access to alcohol is still restricted for minors.

The recommended expansion does not extend to convenience stores, and Yap said his report also recommends B.C. continue a moratorium on the total number of liquor retail outlets in the

“It is evident to me that B.C.’s current liquor laws have not kept pace with modern consumers.” john yap

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“Currently there are about 731 in total of licensed private liquor stores, that includes the licensed retail stores and the wine stores that are currently out there,” Yap said.

“I’m recommending we keep the moratorium.”

Big-box retailers like WalMart and Costco sell liquor in the United States, and Costco operates 11 liquor outlets adjacent to its warehouses in Alberta separate, as per regulation.

“We embrace the opportunity to bring liquor sales to our Costco locations in British Columbia,” Jim Andruski, the

assistance vice-president of Costco in Western Canada, said in a written submission to the review panel.

“We are one of the largest liquor retailers in the U.S., and have significant investment and experience in bringing quality wines, beers, and spirits to our members at the best value.”

But the Alliance of Beverage Licensees, which represents private liquor retailers, told the review panel that allowing multinational chains to sell alcohol will put small businesses at risk.

And Ian Baillie, the executive director, said Thursday that the idea may initially sound good but poses a risk not just for the jobs generated by small businesses, but in terms of controlling alcohol sales to minors.

The current model is already convenient, he said.

“There are very few places around the province you will not find a liquor store already located within 100 metres of a grocery store, and having a separate liquor checkout inside a grocery store will not improve convenience,” Baillie said in a statement.

Legislation is expected to be tabled next spring.

Once flying high among currencies, loonie faces downgrade to 88-cents, says bank

By Julian Beltrame THE CANADIAN PRESS

OTTAWA - The humbling of the once high-flying Canadian dollar has only just begun.

It’s been 10 months since the loonie last enjoyed parity status with the U.S. dollar, but analysts say Canadians

should not expect a rebound any time soon. They forsee the currency falling through the 90-cent US floor.

U.S. investment banker Goldman Sachs is the latest financial house to sell the loonie short, forecasting the currency to coast into the 88-cent range next year.

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That is an even gloomier outlook than the one issued by the TD Bank a few months ago, which predicted it near 90 cents by the close of 2013.

The loonie closed up 0.08 of a cent at 94.46 cents US on Thursday on the news that Canada’s current account deficit had narrowed. It may gain a little more lift Friday if Statistics Canada reports,

as expected, a healthy 2.5 per cent advance in the economy for the third quarter.

But these temporary recoveries are fooling no one - the loonie has lost about seven per cent in value from the beginning of the year and fundamentals point to further deterioration.

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VANCOUVER - An alleged gang leader has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit murder in connection to the execution deaths of six people, including two innocent bystanders, in a Vancouver-area highrise.

Quang Vinh Thang (Michael) Le’s plea on Thursday comes more than eight years after the mass killing in a 15th-floor apartment in Surrey, southeast of Vancouver and marks a dramatic turn at a trial that has offered a rare, and at times gruesome, glimpse into the region’s gang underworld.

Le had been on trial since late September along with Matthew Johnston and Cory Haevischer, who are each charged with conspiracy and six counts of first-degree murder. That trial is expected to continue.

Another person has already pleaded guilty, while alleged gang leader and co-conspirator Jamie Bacon is expected to stand trial next year.

The trial was disrupted this week, but details of Le’s imminent plea were banned from publication until Thursday’s hearing. Le will be sentenced Dec. 13.

The six victims were killed on Oct. 19, 2007, in what the Crown has described as a hit on a rival drug trafficker named Corey Lal. The Crown contends five more victims were added to the body count to ensure there were no witnesses. Among them were 55-yearold fireplace repairman Ed Schellenberg and 22-year-old building resident Chris Mohan, who had no connection to the world of gangs and drugs.

According to the Crown’s theory, Le and Bacon, the alleged leaders of the Red Scorpions gang, attempted to extort $100,000 from Lal. When he refused to pay, they ordered his execution, the Crown contends.

Johnston, Haevischer and a third gunman, who has already pleaded guilty but whose name is covered by a publication ban, planned to target Lal at a unit in Surrey’s Balmoral Tower, which Lal used as a “stash house” for drugs and money, the Crown alleges.

They entered the building with a key fob they obtained from a Red Scorpions associate who also lived in the same complex, the Crown says.

Once inside, the Crown alleges the trio found four people with links to the drug trade: Lal, Lal’s brother Michael, Edward Narong and Ryan Bartolomeo. Schellenberg was also in the unit serving its gas fireplace. Mohan lived across the hall, and at some point he was dragged into the plot, as well.

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OBITUARIES PAUGH, LEONARD JAMES “WHITEY” — October 1937 – November 2013 It is with great sadness that our father, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Whitey Paugh (age 76) passed away peacefully in Nelson B.C. on November 27, 2013.

His nickname was given to him early in his life due to the beautiful white locks he sported. Whitey was an avid sportsman and phenomenal athlete and his love of these two passions was transferred down to his children and grandchildren alike. He was also involved in making the infamous wooden crow for the Senior High School it was named after. Whitey was involved in baseball for most of his childhood and took that love of the sport to coaching.

He took the first Babe Ruth team from Trail to the World Championships in Casper Wyoming where to this day his accomplishments are for public viewing at the Trail Memorial Centre. His travels included walking the Australian outback, skiing the great slopes of the world such as the Swiss Alps, and Lake Tahoe. He also was a ski instructor and a hunting guide. His work as a carpenter and as a millwright took him from Trail where he started his apprenticeship at Cominco to places throughout Canada including Newfoundland/Labrador, the Yukon and even places abroad. Whitey loved the water and found himself on Kootenay Lake where he chartered his boat to let others enjoy the great fishing the lake provided. His warm smile and endless stories attracted people young and old to take the time to sit down and get to know this truly wonderful man.

Whitey was predeceased by his moth-

er Greta, father Eddie, and his first wife Elayne Rose. He has left behind a large family including his second wife Sharon Paugh, 5 siblings - Richard Paugh, Judy Carr, Sharon Jones, Dennis Paugh, and Patricia Paugh, 5 children - Debbie Lindberg, Teresa Paugh-Heintz, Scott Tatoiu, Andrea Chorney, and Carla Tatoiu and 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to a Trust Account at the TD Bank in Trail where funds will be donated to the Trail Little League Association in his name.

As requested by Whitey, a wake will be held at the Arlington Hotel, 925 Spokane Street, Trail B.C, November 30th at 12:00pm to celebrate his life. Gwen Ziprick of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements.

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives. ca *** DOUGLAS, VERA KATHLEEN (KAYE) — a long-time resident of Rossland B.C., and most recently of North Shore in Cape Breton, N.S., passed away peacefully in hospital in Baddeck N.S. on November 27, 2013 at the age of 87.

She is survived by her son Gordon, brother Clarence Blair (Doris), niece Karen (Bruce) and nephew Dale (Lynne), sister-in-law Rachel Wellock and her family Louise (Robert), and sister-in-law Helen Smith.

Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband James Douglas.

tend to stay within the community and contribute to local organizations.

By request, there will be no visitation or service. MacAskill Funeral Home of Baddeck, Nova Scotia is entrusted with arrangements.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Kaye’s name to Victoria County Memorial Hospital (30 Margaree Road) or Victoria County Home Support Service (Box 278), both in Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0. Kaye’s family greatly appreciates the support received from both organizations and the generous community on the North Shore. *** WOODS, KEITH CHARLES — November 20, 2013.

Keith Charles Woods born March 18, 1934 passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Born and raised in Trail, Keith moved back to the Kootenays with his wife Joyce in 1962 after completing his service with the Canadian Forces PPCLI regiment and completion of his pipefitting apprenticeship in Victoria.

Keith worked at Cominco retiring in 1992 and is survived by his son Dan Woods (Cristina), grandson Zachary and daughter Deb Marshall and grandchildren Noah and Quinn.

His wife Joyce predeceased Keith in 2009, they are now re-united forever.

Dan and Deb would like to acknowledge the exceptional care provided to Keith in his final days by the staff at the Columbia View Lodge and the many friends who showed support through his final days.

Service to celebrate Keith’s life will be held at the Trail Legion Branch 11 on December 13, 2013 at 1:00.

No flowers please.

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Jane Kean, who played Trixie in ‘Honeymooners,’ dead at 90

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LOS ANGELES - Jane Kean, a diverse performer who got her start in musical theatre but was best known as Trixie alongside Jackie Gleason on a TV revival of “The Honeymooners,” has died. She was 90.

Kean, of Toluca Lake, died Tuesday at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank where she was taken after a fall that led to a hemorrhagic stroke, her niece, Deirdre Wolpert, said Thursday.

Kean first started working with Jackie Gleason in the 1940s, when they were both on the vaudeville circuit.

Her big break, however, came in 1966 when Gleason and CBS revived the hit

show “The Honeymooners” in Miami Beach, expanding it to an hour and adding musical numbers.

Kean, a talented singer with a belting voice, starred on the show for five years as Ed Norton’s beleaguered wife Trixie.

She often spoke about those years and her chance to appear on such a wellknown program with Gleason, Wolpert said.

“One day she picked up the phone and he said, ‘Are you doing anything right now?’ and she said ‘No’ and he said ‘Come on down and be Trixie,”’ Wolpert said of Gleason. “Two weeks later she was on the plane to Florida.”

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an early age along with her sister, Betty, with the encouragement of her mother.

She headlined at the London Palladium before making her debut in a 1943 Broadway production of the Fats Waller musical “Early to Bed.” She eventually moved to Los Angeles and appeared in some films for MGM before forming a comedy act in the 1950s with her sister, who is Wolpert’s mother. The all-female comedy team, a rarity at the time, played night clubs and rubbed shoulders with comedians like Milton Berle.

In addition to Wolpert, Kean is survived by Wolpert’s husband and two children and a stepson from her second marriage, Joseph Hecht Jr., and his family.

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rivate schools in Alberta receive 70 per cent of the perpupil grant given to public schools in the province. The Alberta School Board Association (ASBA) recently called for the end of this public funding to private schools. This is a very good idea.

The ASBA makes a financial case for reallocating the money to the public system arguing that scarce resources would be better spent on the school system that is open to all children.

But this is not the best justification for the policy change. If the termination of public funding led to the closure of any private schools – and while some would assuredly remain open, some probably would not – then more money might have to be spent on the public system to accommodate the greater number of students served by it.

But ending public financing of private schools is the right way to go regardless, because public funding for private schools undermines the very purpose of having a public education system.

By definition public money should only be spent to advance public policy objectives. The public policy objective in running an education system is to ensure that children receive the education they need for self-development and to enable them to make a contribution to the economy through their work and to grow into citizens capable of fulfilling their civic obligations to each other and to the community as a whole.

But why not just require parents to have their children educated, one way or the other? Why maintain an education system with public funds? One answer is that not all parents would or (financially) could provide for their children’s education were the state not to provide schools.

However, there is a deeper purpose served by a publicly-constituted and -operated system – one connected with the strength of our democracy and the humanity of our society. This is to ensure that children grow and learn together with others different from themselves,

that children learn how to understand, respect and deal with people from different backgrounds before

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they take on the responsibilities of adulthood. We need public education to nurture a sense of community rich enough to keep our democracy healthy.

In no country is this function of public education more important than here in Canada, where we have one of the most diverse populations in the world.

Learning to appreciate, live with and make decisions together with others from very different backgrounds – perhaps most importantly, with children from families of very different degrees of poverty

or wealth – is essential to keeping our society functioning in a sympathetically democratic way. This is accomplished in large part through a public education system.

Private schools, on the other hand, segregate children along lines that inhibit the development of that democratic sympathy: for example, along religious, gender, cultural and wealth lines. The most egregious religious segregation flows from the existence of our separate (Catholic) school system. But ending separate schools would require a change to Alberta’s constitution. So that particular reform has to be the subject of a different discussion.

Even if the public funding of private schools were to end, there would have to be exceptions for schools that serve the special needs of learning-disabled children for whom the public system does not have appropriate resources. And the choice to put your child in a private school or to home-school should remain: there has to be a “way out” for families who firmly believe their chil-

dren do not belong in the public schools. But public funding for private schools, other than those needed for educational reasons, encourages the existence of those schools and draws students away from the public system.

Funding for private schools should be ended gradually so as to give those schools, and the families and the children they currently serve, time to adjust.

It could be phased out, for example, over a sevenyear period, with funding reduced from 70 per cent to 60 per cent in the first year, 60 per cent to 50 per cent in the second year, and so on, until funding has been eliminated. But there may be other, better formulae for accomplishing the same.

Public education is an essential ingredient to successful, modern societies.

Undermining that education system by spending our collective resources on private schools is self-defeating and Albertans should demand the present policy be ended.

Janet Keeping is leader of the Green Party of Alberta.

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Union brother donates to locked out Fortis employees On Nov. 27, I proudly presented a cheque for $3,000 to the locked out Members of IBEW 213 on behalf of the Membership of USW Local 9705. This represents a mere fraction of the monies needed to help our locked out brothers and sisters who have been unjustly locked out by FortisBC since June 26, 2013. Boxing Day will mark the six-month anniversary of this lockout One would think there must be some pretty heavy pressures on Fortis for them to seek extensive concessions from their employees and keep them locked out an extended period of time.

In reality, Fortis is a very profitable corporation that has a monopoly on power generation and distribution to a captive customer base of approximately 163,000 customers.

Fortis earned a net income

of $151 million in 2012, have been granted a cumulative rate increase of 6.6 per cent effective Jan 1, 2013, and is seeking additional rate increases of 19 per cent over the next five years.

John Walker, President and CEO of Fortis, and his leadership team of eight vice-presidents all earn handsome compensation packages for their role in Fortis’s success.

However, when it comes to their employees, Fortis has taken the gloves off and are engaging in ruthless union busting tactics to force concessions on their employees.

Each time Fortis comes to the bargaining table they change their demands which is a pretty clear indication they have no desire to settle their selfimposed dispute.

I think it is very important that we recognize the sacrifices

IBEW 213 members are being forced to make as a result of Fortis’s disgraceful attack upon their livelihoods. As this lockout drags on, many families are facing severe financial hardship and they need our support.

This is a call for all labour organizations and their members to support the members of IBEW 213 by donating to their cause and by writing to Fortis and letting them know what you think of their actions.

The West Kootenay Labour Council has opened an account at Kootenay Savings Credit Union, Account # 1477728 to accept donations at any branch for these employees.

Please donate generously to help our fellow workers and their families in their time of need this Christmas.

Chuck Macklon President, USW Local 9705 Trail

Sensible BC canvasser puts ‘at odds’ incident to rest Please don’t accuse Sensible BC canvassers of starting this disturbing, unfortunate “at odds” incident (Grocer, Sensible BC petitioners at odds, Trail Times Nov. 26).

The statement that canvassers were on the Ferraro Foods property is absolutely false.

No canvasser was ever collecting signatures in front of the opening to the store. Sensible BC canvassers all know that to set up on private property requires permission.

What really happened that day?

We were on the public sidewalk canvassing for the initiative petition under Election BC guidelines and rules.

We were always polite and conducted ourselves in an appropriate manner.

We had barely set up our table, far from

the entrance, and had not yet even, asked one citizen if they cared to sign the initiative petition, before Danny Ferraro came and ordered us to leave. He stated that he had the right to order people off the public sidewalk because he sweeps that sidewalk which gives him the right to decide who walks there.

When we spoke of our legal right to be there and canvas in a peaceful manner, we were ignored and he called the RCMP. The RCMP did nothing to diffuse the situation. In fact, the officer refused to give her name and badge number, but insisted that I give my name for her “records,” which I did. I informed her of our legal opinion from our Sensible BC lawyer and gave her a written copy. She told us we

should move because this was an emotional topic for Danny.

However, we feel strongly about the issue, too. We are working hard to collect signatures to have a referendum to stop all searches and arrests for simple marijuana possession in B.C. We have seen the great harms to society that the prohibition of marijuana causes and we want a safer world for our children and grandchildren.

That is why we maintained our legal right to canvas for signatures, in a peaceful manner, on public property.

This whole “at odds” incident didn’t need to happen, has been hurtful, and it didn’t benefit anyone. The situation was poorly handled and it should never have happened.

I would like to give special thank you to the 87 Trail registered voters who signed the petition, that afternoon, under extremely difficult circumstances.

The response from people was very favourable and many people were thankful that Sensible BC was giving them the chance to decide whether or not to sign the initiative petition.

Finally, I am pleased that the store has offered an online apology and I hope that people can leave this “at odds” incident in the past. It’s time for Sensible BC to continue with its work and Ferraro Foods to “continue to provide customers with the highest standard of service.”

Herb Couch, Nelson

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‘Stach-tastic’ event raises awareness, money TRAIL – The Arlington Bar & Grill is teaming up with the Canadian Cancer Society to raise awareness around men’s cancers and to fund prostate cancer research.

A “stache-tastic” celebration called A Night to Growvember, Fun for the GrowSister’s Too will be held at the Arlington Bar & Grill on Saturday to celebrate Growvember.

Tickets are on sale at the Arlington for $15 and include a burger, fries, beer, donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, live music, prizes, and the perfect opportunity to see all of Trail’s moustaches in living color.

“We’re excited to have the support of local organizations, businesses and of the Trail Smoke Eaters who are all playing their part in Growvember, said annual giving coordinator Allison McCarthy. “The participants started with a clean-shaven face on November 1st and (have been) growing their moustaches to perfection until November 30th.”

Participants raise funds by seeking out sponsorship for their moustache-growing efforts and are walking, talking billboards for the Growvember initiative, raising awareness about men’s health.

The community is invited to join in the fun and take part in this hair-raising initiative (www.cancerevents.ca).

Jeff Boag, Arlington Bar & Grill owner, said his November campaign will not only raise funds for prostate cancer research, but also awareness around men’s health and bring the community together.

“It’s a real honour to be a part of this giving community,” he said.

In 2013, prostate cancer will be the most commonly diagnosed cancer among B.C. men.

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BY LINDA NGUYEN

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TORONTO - Black Friday looks to be bigger in Canada this year as more retailers try to keep consumers closer to home on the most important shopping day of the year in the United States.

One of the country’s largest shopping mall operators, Cadillac Fairview, has responded to retailer requests by opening 21 properties early on Friday so it can lure customers who might be tempted to cross the border in search of deep discounts on the day after U.S. Thanksgiving.

“It’s a fun way for us to kick off the holiday shopping season,” marketing director Wendy Greenwood said of the company’s decision to open properties early for the second year in a row.

“Consumers can shop locally and still get great deals without having to go south of the border.”

She said consumers can expect to see door crashers and dis-

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counts of up to 50 per cent at its stores. Last year, when the company tested the early hours for the first time, it resulted in a 22 per cent spike in traffic.

This year, Cadillac Fairview’s landmark mall, Toronto’s Eaton Centre, will open at 6 a.m. on Nov. 29, while other properties across the country will welcome customers through the doors at either 7 a.m. or 8 a.m.

In the U.S., Black Friday marks the start of the crucial holiday shopping season - an opportunity for retailers to push merchandise out the door and begin to turn a profit, or head into the black.

Although there likely won’t be the same number of overnight lineups or customers stampeding into stores for midnight madness deals in Canada as in the U.S., the popularity of Black Friday is growing as retailers continue to feel the squeeze on their bottom line from American competitors.

Retailers like Amazon.ca and Sears

Canada have responded with deals that include sales of up to 70 per cent off on everything from television sets, cameras and clothing to kitchen appliances.

And a recent poll released by the Bank of Montreal found that Canadian shoppers are hungry to shop on Black Friday.

Forty-seven per cent of Canadians it surveyed planned on shopping this year - up from 41 per cent last year - with each shopper expecting to spend an average of $292.

Another poll from UPS Canada also found that the number of Canadians who plan on crossing the border for Black Friday has also increased, up from six per cent in 2011 to 14 per cent this year.

“It’s a cultural leakage from one side to the other,” said Kelly Askew, managing director of retail management consulting for Accenture Canada.

“If Canadian retailers ignore it, it will be to their detriment if they don’t stop con-

sumers from going across the border.”

The nostalgia associated with Black Friday in the U.S. does not exist in Canada as consumers here are more used to seeing big discounts on Boxing Day, the day after Christmas.

Yet Askew said it’s vital for Canadian retailers to attract customers on Black Friday, especially when the physical border between the two countries has blurred due to online commerce and with more U.S. companies like Nordstrom and Target setting up shop in Canada.

“It is definitely a manufactured date. The reason why it’s contagious, why we’re seeing Black Friday deals in the U.K. as well, is because of e-commerce and digital,” he said.

“When a consumer goes into a search engine, they’re getting results from both sides of the border. They’re seeing Black Friday sales on the U.S. side and want the same sales here.”

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Entertainment ‘A Christmas Story’

‘Chopped Canada’

Classic movie marks 30th Culinary competitors anniversary, Cleveland roots chosen

THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO - The first batch of competitors are ready for the inaugural edition of “Chopped Canada.”

The Canuck spinoff of the popular U.S. cooking series “Chopped” says 52 cooks have been chosen for the first-half of the season with the show debuting Jan. 2.

The contenders range in age from 22-yearolds Luke Hayes-Alexander of Kingston, Ont.; Terrance Tew of St. Thomas, Ont., and Luca Cianciulli of Montreal to 51-year-old Kirk Weiss of London, Ont. More than half come from Ontario, with six hailing from British Columbia, five each from Quebec and Alberta and one each from the Northwest Territories and Newfoundland and Labrador.

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CLEVELAND Even after three decades, the triple-dog dare doesn’t get old.

The film “A Christmas Story” opened 30 years ago to mixed reviews but has shown its staying power as a holiday family favourite.

Cleveland, where parts of the movie were filmed and hardluck Ralphie dreamed big, is celebrating the anniversary with iconic leg lamps, holiday store windows like the ones that drew Ralphie’s wide-eyed stares, and stage and musical versions of “A Christmas Story.”

“It becomes part of your fabric for your whole life,” said Kevin Moore, managing director of the Cleveland Play House, where the stage version of the

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In the film, starring Darren McGavin as the father, 9-yearold Ralphie was transfixed by the brightly decorated storefront windows. And he dreamed of getting an air rifle as a Christmas gift, despite warnings that he might shoot his eye out.

The plot follows his determined gift-begging, his encounters with bullies and his family’s daily hopes and dreams - including a lamp in the form of a shapely leg.

The Cleveland house where Ralphie’s film family lived will highlight the anniversary Friday and Saturday with appearances by original cast members and a BB gun range in the backyard.

The movie wasn’t widely acclaimed when it debuted, with favourable reviews barely outnumbering bad mentions like the one that grumped, “Bah, humbug” in the headline. But its quirky humour and love-in-family message struck a chord with audiences.

Like any holiday favourite, a sense of wonder is needed for “A Christmas Story” and 8-year-old Colin Wheeler thinks he has one to match Ralphie’s.

“We both have really big imaginations,” boasted Colin,

who plays Ralphie in “A Christmas Story” musical at Cleveland’s Near West Theater.

It’s not easy playing Ralphie in that ill-fitting pink bunny suit, Colin said.

“I’ll tell you one thing that’s hard: it’s really hard not to laugh” while wearing that suit, Colin said.

Across town, the Cleveland Play House production of “A Christmas Story” attracts multigenerational audiences of children, parents and grandparents, Moore

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The appeal in Ralphie’s blue-collar hometown is simple, Moore said. “It’s just a really quirky and yet incredibly sweet story and that resonates with Cleveland,” he said.

The Horseshoe Casino Cleveland has been decorated for the season to highlight the film’s roots in the department store now housing the casino, with leg lamps atop some of the slot machines.

Sheryl Peet, emerging from the casino, said she appreciates the movie and its humour, without regard to its Cleveland

connections. “I like it.

It’s got comedy, fun, Ralphie,” she said.

At “A Christmas Story” house overlooking humming steel mills, visitors can re-enact movie scenes including ducking under the 1940s-style kitchen sink or looking out the back door where Ralphie trudged through the faux snow.

The movie “snow” was actually mostly firefighting foam, pressed into service amid a cold but rare snowless stretch during filming in winterhardy Cleveland.

Jim Moralevitz, now 73, lives down the street from “A Christmas Story” house and landed a cameo role in the film helping deliver the crate carrying the leg lamp.

The entrepreneur who developed the house as a tourist attraction, Brian Jones, gave Moralevitz a leg lamp seven years ago and it’s mounted in a 6-foot outdoor Plexiglas box near the peak of the front roof. People sometimes mistake it for “A Christmas Story” house and stop to visit.

In the neighbourhood, “I’m known for the most driveby shootings (filming),” said Moralevitz, a retired tour guide stepping back into his old role for comic effect.

Like many of the best holiday classics,

the risky business turns cheerful at the end.

Now families get together at holiday gatherings to watch the movie or crowd theatre performances.

“It fills up the seats because it’s a family experience,” Moore said.

The anniversary of the movie will be marked beyond Cleveland, with versions on stage from Boston to California.

The musical has returned to Broadway for another run.

A new bronze statue of the “triple-dog dare” tongue-grabbing flagpole scene is on display in time for the holidays in Hammond, Ind., hometown of Jean Shepherd, whose stories inspired the 1983 movie.

One of the boys in the movie takes the dare and gets his tongue stuck on the icy pole.

The Hammond reproduction has become a big hit since it was dedicated in October, with families stopping by to take their Christmas card photos.

But mimicking Hollywood might be risky, according to Nicki Mackowski with the tourist agency in Hammond.

“We’re working on putting up signs as the cold weather gets here. You know: ‘Lick at your own risk’ kind of thing,” she said.

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The Beaver Valley Curling Club junior men’s team made up of (from left:) skip Justin Umpherville, Spenser Soukeroff, Kasey O’Hara, and Zack Howes qualified for the 2014 Tim Horton B.C. Junior Curling championship Saturday by defeating Grand Forks’ Bartlett rink at the Kootenay Playdowns in Castlegar.

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By Jim Bailey

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The Junior Men’s curling team from the Beaver Valley Curling Club qualified for the provincials last weekend in Castlegar with decisive victories over a Grand Forks foursome at the Kootenay curling playdowns.

The Beaver Valley rink skipped by Justin Umpherville, 19, with third Spenser Soukeroff, 19, second Kasey O’Hara, 15, and lead Zack Howes, 19, won handily over the Bartlett squad with 10-4 and 13-5 wins on Saturday.

In the first match, Bartlett struck first in the opening end to go up 1-0 but Umpherville replied with three in the second, and stole two in the next end to take a commanding 5-1 lead.

Umpherville kept it pretty open from then on ceding a single point in the fourth before scoring one and stealing one in the fifth and sixth ends. Bartlett would close the gap to 7-4 with a deuce in the seventh but Umpherville responded scoring one in the eighth and closing out the match with a steal of two in the ninth end.

In the second game of the best-of-three match up, Umpherville again spotted Bartlett a 1-0 lead before scoring two, then stealing two to make it 4-1 after three ends. The Grand Forks team would battle back with two of

their own in the fourth end to cut the lead to one, but a huge four-ender from the B.V. Skip in the fifth sealed it as they swept their way to the 13-5 victory.

“It was good, they did play well,” said coach Terry Bublitz. “We got a new guy, Zack, and he just amazed me.”

Howes joined the team just weeks ago and made an immediate impression on the front end. Bublitz has been coaching Umpherville and Soukeroff since they were kids, and the 15-year-old O’Hara is as skilled as they come in local curling circles, with tons of potential.

Bublitz, a Trail native, has been involved in junior curling for close to 30 years, and has coached at dozens of provincial and regional playdowns in high-school, juvenile, and junior women and men’s curling.

The team prepared the past month by playing in the Beaver Valley Men’s Curling club, with additional practices when they could find open ice.

“We practiced in Castlegar and we practiced in Fruitvale, but it is kind of early in the season, you really can’t get into a lot of stuff and right away it’s the play-

downs,” added Bublitz.

Now that the junior team has secured it’s berth in the B.C.’s, they will get all the ice time they need at the B.V. rink to hone their game.

The Kootenay team will play against seven other rinks for the opportunity to advance to the Canadian championships. If their result at playdowns is any indication, look for them to perform well at the provincial tournament Dec. 26-30 at the Chilliwack Curling Club.

“They are curling really well . . . they’ve really pulled together, and they’re actually surprising a lot of people on how well they do,” said Umpherville’s mom, Jeannie Parker.

The only unfortunate aspect of the tournament is that Bublitz and the team will be traveling Christmas Day in order to make their opening match on Boxing Day. In the meantime friends and family will be working hard to help cover expenses for

the crew, as Curl BC requires each team to have matching uniforms and jackets, and hotel rooms on the Lower Mainland over the holidays are prohibitively expensive.

“We told the boys, if they make it to the end, we’ll all jump in a vehicle to make it for the one day,” added Parker. “It’s such a hard time to go, with everyone so busy with family and Christmas.”

Despite the scheduling, curling fans can follow their progress on the Curl BC website and if everything goes well, watch the boys compete on TV as the final of the 2014 Tim Horton B.C. Junior Curling championship will be broadcast on Sportsnet.

Meanwhile, residents can help the team by supporting its fundraising efforts starting this Saturday with a bake sale at Ferraro Foods. Look for upcoming fundraisers and donation jars at Ferraro’s, Liberty Foods, and other local businesses to help the team with travel expenses.

With the Dec. 1 carded-roster deadline imminent, the Trail Smoke Eaters’ coaching staff has been shaking things up, making moves and fielding phone calls, while preparing for the Salmon Arm SilverBacks tonight and Vernon Vipers Saturday.

The Smoke Eaters sent recent BCHL “Player of the Week” recipient Cody Bardock to the Chilliwack Chiefs for forward Brandon Volpe and futures Thursday. Bardock, a Lethbridge native, scored back-to-back winning goals two weeks ago against Nanaimo and Salmon Arm to earn the honour. In 11 games the Smokie defenceman scored four goals and added an assist.

According to Smoke Eater coach Nick Deschenes the 20-year-old was given the option to stay or move to another team and Bardock chose the latter.

“It was more just an opportunity for him,” said Deschenes. “I’ve offered all our older players to go someplace else. Ironically, they (Chilliwack) are in the same boat that we’re in with the same amount of points, but he was okay with that move.”

In another move Wednesday, the Smokies settled their goaltending dilemma by sending Riley Corbin to the Whitecourt Wolverines of the Alberta Junior Hockey

League in exchange for future considerations.

The Smokies will welcome back goaltender Adam Todd to the lineup after being placed on the 60-dayinjury list when he hurt his knee in a Sept. 28 game against the West Kelowna Warriors. Todd will resume duties with Dustin Nikkel this weekend.

The first CJHL roster deadline takes effect Sunday where BCHL teams must be at 25 or less, which includes carded players plus available unused cards. The norm is for teams to end up with a 22 player roster and three cards, but occasionally teams will go with less than 22 players and then have more cards available for use leading up to the Jan. 10 roster deadline, the final cut-down date.

Teams on this date declare their final roster of 23.

Deschenes’ primary motive is to build a solid foundation of players that are both skilled and want to play in the Silver City.

“Some players have approached me and I’m in the process of seeing what I can do,” he said. “We’ve made some offers to some players who can play in the league and an opportunity that we can jump on the ship early and get them in. We want players that want to be here, if you don’t want to be here please tell me, because you are sinking the ship if you stick around.”

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Since Rogers already dominates baseball, the NFL, and pro soccer broadcasting, the Toronto-based company may slowly strangle TSN for programming, meaning the channel that started it all in Canada may wither away.

And, expect to see even more of the Toronto Maple Leaf (Rogers basically owns them) and Vancouver Canucks (they play in the Rogers Center) than the overload we now experience and much less than the nominal amount of air time they now get for Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

Part of what’s in play that guarantees that outcome is that TSN is still clinging to some

before the deal needs to be renegotiated. What’s left of the broadcast will be fully controlled by Rogers, meaning familiar names and voices will likely be replaced by lower-rent (if not necessarily worse) announcers and the fate of dandy Don Cherry is still up in the air.

A corollary to that will mean CBC, which most Canadians still consider an absolute national necessity, will be less able to create or foster the Canadian programming which has made it so because of the loss of its best source of advertising revenue.

Stay tuned, if you must.

• I felt badly for Trail Smoke Eater Curtis Toneff when he was traded away a couple of weeks back. He really liked being here and was performing very well for the Smokies.

Not so much, now.

Toneff is suiting up for Spruce Grove, the only Junior A squad in the country giving Ft. McMurray competition for top spot in the national rankings, in the Alberta Hockey League and looking forward to the rest of his last junior season.

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Of course, Rogers will showcase as heavily as possible its, “brand,” - the Leafs, and the Canucks in their branded facility. They bought the right to do that, so they will, and fans of the four teams which now seem left in the cold can whine all they want, but put up with it.

How much, down the road, will all this cost viewers? Well, Rogers’ sports channels are already, “premium,” channels pre-paid by cable/satellite TV users and it is certain the Bay St. Behemoth of Sports Broadcasting will want to leverage its monopoly on Canada’s favourite viewing sport to increase its non-ad revenues.

Rogers did not allocate $5.2 million in an effort to lose money, or even maintain current profit levels.

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Tied at three after three ends, the Dan Horan team stole five points in the next three ends against the Forest Drinnan foursome to take a commanding 8-3 lead. But no one told the Drinnan side they were done as they put up six in the last end to win the game 9–8.

The Tom Hall rink faced the Brett Rakuson foursome The Hall side jumped out to a 4-0 lead after two ends, but Rakuson never caved in, stealing three points in the last two ends on the way to a 7-5 victory.

The Primo Secco side came out firing on all four cylinders, out-curling the Harvey Handley rink at every position as Team Secco cruised to a 9–3 win.

Wayne Wyton’s side pitched a fierce battle with the Coke Koyanagi foursome. Up one without hammer after seven ends, the Wyton side stole one in the eighth to seal a 7 – 5 victory.

The Jim Stewart team’s front end played ‘lights out’ against the Murray Walsh foursome. Both skips also had good games, but the Walsh team could not get much set up. Make the final 11 – 4.

Clare Coleman’s foursome fell behind team Serge Pasquali, 6-0 after three ends. The Pasquali side did not allow ends to build, keeping the house clean and hitting their way to a 9-4 win.

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FROM PAGE 11 The Trail Smoke Eaters again play two crucial games against division rivals the Salmon Arm SilverBacks at home tonight and Vernon Vipers in Vernon Saturday.

The SilverBacks lead the season series threegames-to-one, but the Smoke Eaters took the last game 3-2 in OT at home Nov. 16.

Meanwhile the Vipers have been in and out of top spot in the Interior division, trading places in the penthouse with Penticton this week. The Vipers lead the season series with Trail 2-0, and will look to turn it around.

“We just have to compete, that’s the biggest thing. Wins and losses right now - we’re starting to focus in on just how we perform every shift, every period, winnng battles, competing, playing within our system, successful come off of the work were putting in and it’s not going to happen overnight . . . I know where we need to be and we’re walking that path to get there.”

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JERUSALEM -- An Israeli rabbinic court has fined a woman hundreds of dollars for refusing to circumcise her baby son, officials said Thursday, in a landmark case that has sparked a new uproar over the role of religion in the Jewish state.

The case shines a spotlight on a long-running debate over religious coercion in Israel, where generations of leaders have struggled to find a balance between the country’s Jewish and democratic character.

The matter ended up in the rabbinic court as part of an ongoing divorce battle. In the context of the proceedings, the woman announced her refusal to circumcise the boy, saying she did not wish to harm him. The Israeli rabbinate’s high court ruled last week the circumcision was for the child’s welfare and that the woman must pay the equivalent of nearly $150 each day she refuses the circumcision be performed.

“The decision is not based only on religious law. It is for the welfare of a Jewish child in Israel not to be different from his peers in this matter,’’ said Shimon Yaakovi, legal adviser to the rabbinical court.

He said it was the first time a religious court in “The decision Israel has punished a paris not based ent for refusing to circumcise a child. A year ago, a only on civil court also ruled in religious favour of circumcision in law.” a parental dispute.

There is no law requirshimon yaakovi ing circumcision in Israel, but the vast majority of Jewish boys undergo the procedure at the age of eight days in line with Jewish law, which sees the ritual as upholding a covenant with God. Rabbinic courts have authority over certain family matters like marriage, divorce and child custody and welfare issues.

The mother, whose named was not released in court documents, has argued that the rabbinical court does not have authority over the matter.

The Justice Ministry, which is representing the mother, said Thursday it likely would appeal the case to Israel’s Supreme Court.

There are no precise statistics on circumcisions in Israel. While most families perform the procedure either out of religious belief or to preserve an ancient tradition, tens of thousands of children are not circumcised, activists say.

Ronit Tamir, an anti-circumcision activist, called the rabbinic court’s ruling ``dangerous for democracy.’’

“It turns the government into a theocracy,’’ she added.

Although most Israelis are secular, Israel’s founding fathers gave Judaism a formal place in the nation’s affairs. This has led to persistent tensions in Israeli society.

Jewish law defines a Jew as one who is born to a Jewish mother or who undergoes a demanding conversion process overseen by rabbinic authorities. People who do not meet these requirements, such as someone with only a Jewish father, can face difficulties with the religious authorities.

Civil marriage, for instance, is all but banned, forcing thousands of couples who either do not want a religious ceremony or don’t qualify for one to travel abroad each year to marry.

Likewise, soldiers who die in battle but are not Jewish under religious law are buried in separate cemeteries.

The nights are getting longer, the hills surrounding Trail are twinkling with lights and Christmas decorations are being put up. We are entering a time of year that is full of contrasts. There are those who will enter this season fully prepared to enjoy the excitement of opening presents and going to parties. There will be those who will dread this season because they have experienced a loss: the loss of a family member; a loss of a job; or a loss of health. Our hearts moved by compassion will find ways of responding to those for whom Christmas is not a time of joy.

The challenge that we all face is how to be supportive of those who have been dealt a bad hand in life’s pack of cards as the days get longer; the sun gets warmer; as we complain about the weight that we have gained during the holiday season.

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our friends. We spent five hours on the floor together, but except for a few sobs, I thought we handled it well. So how do I handle Cindi?

-- Bound, Gagged and Furious Dear Bound: Cindi does this because she wants to make herself look good. The fact that she does it at your expense is damaging the friendship, and you should say so and ask her to stop.

You also can let your friends know that you remember things a little differently, while holding your head up and not letting it get to you. But mostly, we hope you realize how very fortunate the

son who asks and listens. Do you have any clues for reining myself in? -- Chatty Cathy Dear Chatty: The fact that you notice your chatter and wish to stop is a good sign, although you may be a little hard on yourself. Try counting to 10 when someone starts speaking. Listen to what they are saying. Imagine that it is a fascinating subject, and try to formulate a question or comment that allows them to expand on the topic.

You don’t have to do it every time, but even once or twice during a conversation will help you slow down and focus on the other person.

Dear Annie: The letter from “New York” described dumpster diving for food. My husband is an experienced “dumpster diver,” although he doesn’t look for edible items.

We live in a small college town. Annie,

you would not believe what students throw into dumpsters when they go home for the summer or move into their own apartments.

My husband has found brand-new appliances, clothes, and unopened cake mixes, cereal, spices and canned

meats. It’s astonishing.

We have found microwave ovens, computers, video games, patio furniture, linens -- you name it. When we were both out of work, this was a lifesaver to us. We are in a better financial situation now, but I remember those

days fondly. -- Mel in Michigan Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net.

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Dear Annie: A fairly new friend and I just returned from lunch, after which I realized that a rather frequent problem has happened yet again. I’ve read your column for years and know that people write to get help dealing with family and friends. This time, the problem is me!

When I’m with others, I chatter. I tell overly detailed stories.

I even strike up conversations with people around me in lines and with store clerks. It’s like I must become their friend for the duration. Sometimes before meeting with people, I tell myself that I will make an effort to control my chatter, but when I am having fun, I forget.

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Dear Annie: I’m 16 and have been best friends with “Cindi” since second grade.

Last weekend, my parents attended a party and allowed Cindi to stay overnight. Two people broke into the house to rob it.

They tied up and gagged Cindi and then forced me to take them from room to room putting things in a sack. Before leaving, they tied and gagged me, too, leaving both of us face down on the floor. Over the next few hours, we struggled and then tried to talk and even started giggling, but mostly, we just waited for my parents to come home and call the police.

Naturally, we’ve been the “stars” at school since then, but I discovered that Cindi is telling her own version of what happened.

She says I was weepy and panicky. This really upsets me. I don’t want Cindi to portray me as a weakling to

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YourByhoroscope Francis Drake For Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Unexpected gifts, goodies and favors from others might come your way today. Keep your pockets open and your hopes high.

However, stay on top of your bank account, and keep an eye on your cash flow.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Partners, close friends and members of the general public might surprise you today. In turn, you might make a break for freedom. Who knows? (The Shadow knows.)

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Something unusual and unexpected might occur at work today. Computer crashes, canceled meetings and staff shortages are possible. However, the introduction of new technology also might create a stir.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) This is a creative day for artists; however, it’s an accident-prone day for your kids.

Therefore, parents must be alert and vigilant. Surprise flirtations are likely. (Woo, woo.)

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22)

Unexpected company might knock on your door today. Stock the fridge and tidy the place. Or perhaps a family member has exciting news?

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) New faces, new places and new ideas will make this an interesting day. Stay light on your feet so that you can go with the flow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You’re full of moneymaking ideas today. You also might see something unusual you want to buy.

Nevertheless, keep an eye on your cash and your possessions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You feel free and exuberant today. You’re ready for adventure. In fact, it’s almost as if there is more electricity in the air. (“I’m wired!”)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a restless day for you, because hidden discoveries might be exciting. Or perhaps you are waiting for something unusual to hap-

pen. Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Expect to meet a real character today. Alternatively, someone you know might do or say something that truly amazes you. This is not a boring day!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Be on your guard, because bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs will throw you a curve

today. It could be good news; it could be not so good news.

Be ready.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Unexpected opportunities to travel somewhere might fall in your lap today. You also might have a chance to get further training or education. This is an exciting day full of many possibilities.

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Trail Royal Canadian Legion Branch 11

Entertainment includes:

Music by Don Hollis, Kate E Shaw Dancers, Mystic Dream Belly Dancing Troop & yet to be announced.

No gifts, just bring good wishes please!

Everyone Welcome!

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Strengths: Colour & balance, speed, efficiency, turning not much of anything into something.

Hobbies: Cooking, gardening, dog breeding, master spice & seasoning blender.

The family of

Elvira Apa wish to thank all the relatives and friends that comforted us during this sad time. We appreciate your expressions of love and kindness; through visitations, telephone calls, masses, donations, dinners, baking, flowers and cards.

Thanks also to Father Jim, McHugh and Sister Norma of St. Anthony’s Church; Joe Guercio, soloist and Elizabeth Stephens, organist; to the members of Colombo Lodge; Italo Canadese Society; the CWL; to all the ladies who brought baking for the reception and to Gwen Ziprick of Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services.

Thanks to everyone who attended; making it a special occasion of remembrance. Mom/Nonna had a wonderful life because of all you people.

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Marie Claude Germain 250-512-1153 top 2 bdrm nit u corner

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Warfield $138,500 670 Shakespeare Street You’ll be Home for Christmas, or at least you could be with this 3 level 1370 sq.ft. home which boasts beautiful views in a great community. Minor updating will elevate this home into the 21st century and provide you with a great investment towards your future. Call me today to book a showing or to obtain more information.

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Beaver Falls, $OLD

Sat. Nov. 30 • 11am - 1pm 464 Austad, Warfield $149,000

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Trail $167,700

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Rossland $69,900 bdrm, Cozy 4 h 1.5 bat

Fruitvale

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$139,000

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Trail

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$135,000

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Ph.250-364-1728 Francesco Estates, GlenmerFrancesco Estates, ry. Adults only.

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FRUITVALE, 2 2bd. newly FRUITVALE, 2 2bd. +elect. newly painted, n/s: $675./mo. painted, n/s: $675./mo.

Dec.16, w/d; $695./mo. +elect. +elect.

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Dec 1.Call/text: 604-788-8509 Dec 1.Call/text: 604-788-8509 TRAIL, newly renovated small TRAIL, newly renovated small one bedroom non-smoking one bedroom non-smoking suite, suitable for quiet single suite, suitable for quiet single person. $485./mo. $485./mo. includes includes person. heat and and electricity. electricity. Available Available heat immediately.

Apply at 468 immediately. Apply at 468 Rossland Ave. Ave. Phone Phone 1-7801-780Rossland 919-6848 919-6848 TRAIL, Rossland Rossland Ave. Ave. 1bdrm 1bdrm TRAIL, w/d f/s, f/s, n/s n/s n/p. n/p. $550/mo. $550/mo. w/d Avail. Immed.

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W.TRAIL, 1BD.+, 1BD.+, semi-enW.TRAIL, closed balcony. 1 Blk. Downtown. $595./mo. 250-368-6076 W.TRAIL, 2bd., tiny yard, suitable for small dog, 1blk. to shopping and bus. $695./mo.

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E.TRAIL, newly renovated 3bd. duplex, close to Safeway, no pets. $700./mo utilities not included. 250-368-8361 after 12noon or newly 1-403-993-3279 E.TRAIL, renovated any time.

3bd. duplex, close to Safeway, no pets. $700./mo utilities not included. 250-368-8361 after 12noon or 1-403-993-3279 any time.

2 bdrm/2 bthrm house in Warfield.$ 750 plus until. w/d , pets ok with dep. refs required.

Call Dave 250-362-7021 or 2250-231-4522. bdrm/2 bthrm house in Warfield.$ 750 plus until. w/d , pets Castlegar 3 Bdrm house close ok with dep. refs required. to schools shopping, familyor Call Dave &250-362-7021 only N/P, N/S, $950/mth + 250-231-4522. $475 damage deposit, refer Castlegar Bdrm house close reqd 3250-368-6145 to schools & shopping, family only N/P,Bay N/S, House $950/mth + Crawford Rental, damage deposit,new referap3.5$475 bdrm, dbl garage, reqd$1200 250-368-6145 pliances, + utilities (rent negot. for Bay upkeep) Crawford House250-365Rental, 1005bdrm, dbl garage, new ap3.5 pliances, $1200 + utilities TRAIL, 1bd. furn. w/extra (rent stornegot. for upkeep) 250-365age room, new appls. clean, 1005 $550./mo. 250-368-9558 TRAIL, w/extra Near storTRAIL, 1bd.

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Near W.TRAIL, with in-law Safeway. $795./mo. suite, river view,250-368n/p.

6076 $950./mo. +util. 250-921-9111 W.TRAIL, 3bd. with in-law suite, river view, n/p. $950./mo. +util. 250-921-9111

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Thurs. Nov. 28 • 3 - 5pm Sat. Nov. 30 • 11am - 1pm Sat. Nov. 30 • 1:30 - 3:30pm 955 Chaucer Street, Warfi eld 7141 Wright Way, Waneta Village 2039 Caughlin Road, Fruitvale MLS#2392877 $399,000 $349,000 $479,000 Thurs. Nov. 28 • 3 - 5pm Sat. Nov. 30 • 11am - 1pm Sat. Nov. 30 • 1:30 - 3:30pm 955 Chaucer Street, Warfield 7141 Wright Way, Waneta Village 2039 Caughlin Road, Fruitvale NG ING AT $349,000 ME TI$399,000 RE HO IST $479,000 LIS L G W W LY

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KOOTENAY BACKCOUNTRY HORS & Potluck dinner, Saturday, Jan. 29, HAY SALE, delivery av SilentFOR Auction on $5/bale, horse related good everyone welcome.

ORGANIC HAY: 1st cut Alfalfa Timot Premium grasshen/s hay, 2nd cut Alfa WANTED:soft Laying as friend for Caseys wishORGANIC come true!HAY: Alfalfa CERTIFIED 3’x3’ bales.

KOOTENAY BACKCOUNTRY HORS & Potluck dinner, Saturday, Jan. 29, Silent Auction on horse related good everyone welcome.

WANTED: Laying hen/s as friend for Caseys wish come true!

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Lifestyles

Turn up heat, not bill: says expert

Technology tells retailers what kind of shopper you are

By Anne Flaherty

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON - Advances in technology have never made finding deals this holiday season so easy - or so creepy.

Marketers and mobile app developers have developed creative new ways to help shoppers find what they want for less. But these inventive techniques also

allow for more aggressive tracking of consumer behaviour, whether buyers are on their work computer, a mobile device or standing in the grocery aisle. It also now includes the ability to connect that data together and with other personal information like income, zip code and when a person’s car insurance expires.

The goal is to monitor consumers

online and off to determine exactly what kind of buyer they might be and how much they’re willing to pay.

Retailers say these techniques help customize shopping experiences and can lead to good deals for shoppers.

Consumer advocates say aggressive tracking and profiling also opens the door to price discrimination.

Consider heat pump, electronic thermostat to save money on home heating

By Megan Cole

THE CANADIAN PRESS

VICTORIA Turning up the heat during the cold winter months often means increases in energy bills, but simple, cost-efficient fixes like replacing furnace filters may conserve energy and reduce expenditures.

When Peter Bodman, owner of Victoria’s Island Furnace and Fireplace, does service calls he finds the No. 1 thing homeowners fail to do is replace their furnace filter.

“You’re just spending money if your furnace is plugged up because it has to work harder,” said Bodman.

“For people who have heat pumps, they say the heat pump isn’t working.

When we get there we see it has shut down because the furnace couldn’t breathe because the filter was plugged up.”

The rising cost of energy has led many homeowners to seek more efficient heating systems. Bodman recommends a heat pump.

Heat pumps work by extracting heat from the air and transferring it to the home. Many homeowners use a furnace or boiler system for backup.

“Although electricity has gone up in price, heat pumps are still a very economical way to heat your home,” said Bodman.

While modern technology has drawn some homeowners to heat pumps, others continue to keep warm with wood fireplaces.

But Bodman said some users of wood may re-evaluate because of stiffer regulations around the amount of particulates that can go into the air.

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OOTENAY HOMES INC. The Local K1358 Cedar Avenue, Trail 250.368.8818 ™ www.kootenayhomes.com Experts www.century21.ca OPEN HOUSE

3894 Carnation Drive, Trail

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3 bdrm/2 bath home in Glenmerry- this home offers a great open layout on the main floor, recent new flooring/ tile gives you the inspiration to remodel and update 1120 Warren Street, Trail this very well built home to your taste $109,000 - city green space Great rental package! Upstairs suite next door- very features laminate flooring, 2 bedrooms, clean and quick bright and airy feel, and a great view! possession available. Downstairs suite is a compact 1 bdrm.

Call your REALTOR® Also includes a vacant 120 x 100 lot with for your viewing! off-street parking! Both suites current Call Mark rent totals $1050.

(250) 231-5591

Ron & Darlene Your

650 - 9th Avenue, Montrose

$295,000

NEW BUILD! 4 bdrm 2 bath home!

Fully fenced yard, shop, shed, rebuilt from foundation up! Perfect opportunity to own a new home without having to pay GST!

Call Terry 250-231-1101

Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

Local Home Team

FREE HOME BUYER EVALUATION Whether you are a first time buyer or want to add to your real estate portfolio, let’s sit down together and review your goals for 2014.

Call for your appointment today.

Tonnie (250) 365-9665 Terry 250-231-1101

1922 Meadowlark Drive, Fruitvale

1249 - 3rd Avenue, Trail

$109,900

3471 Marigold Drive, Trail

1638 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Lovely family home in Glenmerry with many upgrades such as plumbing, wiring, drywall insulation, flooring and windows. Enjoy the open floor plan and fabulous covered deck. Call your REALTOR® now before its gone!!

Owned by the same family since 1948, this character home is close to town and features large rooms, custom fireplace, gorgeous views and much more. Extensive wiring and plumbing upgrades.

Call today for your personal viewing.

$264,900

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

$149,900

Here is an opportunity to do your own makeover. Home is in an awesome location and has lots of potential. Newer electrical service.

$416,950

This is a unique fully furnished turn-ofthe-century home, featuring 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. This home has been renovated and restored with style and taste adding to its original character.

Call Art (250) 368-8818

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

Call Jodi 250-231-2331

1745 Main Street, Trail

This Emerald Ridge home is beautifully planned and finished. The home offers a great floor plan, deluxe kitchen and fabulous hobby room. There is lots of custom woodwork and you will surely appreciate the high quality finishings.

You must see this home to appreciate all it has to offer! Call now.

Home with 2 suites in front and a non conforming house in the back.

Great location close to Safeway and Aquatic Centre. Long term tenants that want to stay. Separate meters and tenants pay the utilities. Gross monthly income of $1275. Fantastic return on your investment.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

$575,000

Thinking of moving?

1880A Kootenay Avenue, Rossland

5 bdrms & 2.5 baths. This wonderful family home features many recent upgrades. The large back deck is great for entertaining right off the newly updated kitchen. Family friendly neighborhood and just minutes to downtown Fruitvale.

441 Whitman Way, Warfield

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call me for a FREE market evaluation today!

1025 Regan Crescent, Trail

Cell: 250-365-9665

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tonniestewart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Darlene Abenante ext 23 Cell: 250.231.0527

darlene@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Christine Albo

Jodi Beamish 250 -231-2331

Ritchie Road, Rossland

$149,000

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No question it is the best deal in the Red Mountain Base area! Minutes to Cross country and Downhill, private setting, easy access. Priced $61,000.00 +below the other properties in the same area.

Call Bill (250) 231-2710

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christine.albo@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

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c21art@telus.net www.kootenayhomes.com

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

340 Grandview Place, Genelle

SOLD

Cell: 250-512-7653

Art Forrest

$249,000

Immaculate 3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Sunningdale! Sit in your flat, fully fenced back yard on your large deck and enjoy the relaxation! New kitchen, new flooring, renovated on both levels, newer roof, carport, and huge family room!

Don’t wait this is a beauty!

$111,000

$879,000

Live the dream! This gorgeous custom-built home features stunning views and quality workmanship. Gourmet kitchen, 3 bdrms with master suite, gas fireplace and an open floor-plan with oodles of windows. You have to see it to believe it! www.kootenayhomes.com Call Mary M (250) 231-0264 For additional information and photos on all of our listings, please visit

WE CAN SELL YOUR HOME. NOBODY HAS THE RESOURCES WE DO! Tonnie Stewart

Call Richard (250) 368-7897

Free Home Evaluation

810 Kipling Street, Warfield Ron 368-1162 Darlene 231-0527

$99,900

This 3 bedroom house is located in nice location in Quiet Rivervale. The home is vacant & is in need of some T.L.C. But has the space and is adjacent to well kept homes on either side so with some effort & upgrades you will have a winner.

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328 - 2nd Avenue, Rivervale

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We Sell Great Homes!

Great opportunity to own in Warfield.

Really nice lot and solid house ready for your personal upgrades. Come see!

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Mary Martin

Cell: 250-231-0264

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mary.martin@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Terry Alton

Cell: 250-231-1101

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terryalton@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Jodi Beamish

Cell: 250-231-2331

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jodi.beamish@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Ron Allibone

Cell: 250-368-1162

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ron@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Richard Daoust

Cell: 250-368-7897

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richard.daoust@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Deanne Lockhart ext 41 Cell: 250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Mark Wilson

Cell: 250-231-5591

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mark.wilson@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Terry Mooney

Cell: 250-442-6777

terry.mooney@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com