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Johnny’s Groceries and Gas in Robson, site of one of four armed robberies to occur lately in the region.

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With armed robberies occurring March 7th and 11th at Johnny’s Groceries and Gas in Robson, and Kootenay Savings Credit Union’s downtown branch, respectively, the local populace is nervous.

Police reports indicate that in both cases a weapon was brandished, cash was turned over and a lone perpetrator successfully fled the scene on foot.

Witnesses at both locations described the felon as slightly built, about 5’6” in height, with a face well-hidden by a black mask or a dark hood. No injuries were sustained in either incident and no suspects had been apprehended as of press time.

The robberies follow a similar event at Kootenay Savings Salmo branch in late February and a pharmacy hold up in late 2013. Police are asking the public to be

on the look out for anyone acting suspiciously or lurking around businesses, and to be attentive to individuals who seem to be out of place.

Do not approach any suspect, rather, call 9-1-1 if you see someone that you feel that the police should be checking.

If you have any information relating to this offense, police are urging you call CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800-222- TIPS (8477) or 250-3657721.

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Instead of the hoped-for jubilation, a subdued and disappointed reaction accompanied the news that Castlegar was not advancing in the Hockeyville competition.

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Pizza and pop were on hand to fuel the cheers everyone was expecting on Saturday night.

But the announcement of who was advancing in the Kraft Hockeyville 2014 competition did not contain the name Castlegar despite the huge effort put forth by the local force led by the hyper energetic tandem of Castlegar city councillors, Sue Heaton-Sherstobitoff and Dan Rye. Rye, on vacation in the tropics, would have got the news online, while Heaton-Sherstobitoff (at right in accompanying photo) absorbed the message with a group of supporters in the Kootenay Room of the Castlegar Community

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But the effort, and what it has spawned, was well worth it, as Heaton-Sherstobitoff explained during the low-key aftermath.

“We were awesome,” the city councillor declared, “no matter what, win or lose, everything we did had a purpose.

“It’s going to go on... on an annual basis.”

Two of the activities she referred to are the Smoke and Guns road hockey game between city council/fire department and RCMP with Castlegar Rebels helping out each squad... as well as fundraising occasions with the Rebels as well as the Selkirk College Saints.

“It was all positive,” she concluded. “We had some really good community spirit.”

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Results from the Fraser Institute’s School Report Card show some Castlegar Schools fall below the provincial average.

Rankings are based on the performance of students on the Foundation Skills Assessment given in grades 4 and 7.

The FSA tests students in the areas of reading comprehension, writing and numeracy.

The overall rating takes into account 10 indicators including the average scores in each subject for both grades 4 and 7, the grade 7 gender gap, percentage of students below expectations, and percentage of tests not written. Information on enrollment, French Immersion, ESL status, and percentage of students with special needs can also be gained from the report.

Twin Rivers Elementary and Robson Community School shared the ranking of 755 out of 982 schools. Twin Rivers School had an overall rating of 4.7 out of 10 and 30.5 per cent of students not meeting provincial expectations.

Robson Community School also had an overall rating of 4.7 but had 25.3 per cent of students not meeting expectations.

Kinnaird Elementary received a higher ranking of 474. The school had an overall rating of 6.0 with 16.5 per cent scoring below expectations. The overall rating of 6.0 is on par with the provincial average and the percentage of students not meeting expectations is better than the provincial average of 19 per cent. The school has improved its overall rating over the past few years.

Two Trail elementary schools scored much higher marks with St. Michaels ranked at 133 with a 7.8 overall rating and Webster Elementary ranked 199 with an overall rating of 7.3. Glenmerry Elementary came in at 531 with an overall rating of 5.8.

Secondary Schools are ranked based on the average provincial mark achieved by the school’s students in grades 10, 11 and 12 in the courses where the provincial exam is mandatory. The overall rating out of 10 is based on the average exam mark and factors such as the percentage of exams failed, gender gaps, graduation rates and delayed advancement rates.

Among secondary schools in the local area L.V. Rogers in Nelson had the highest ranking at 98 out of 284 with an overall score of 6.7. J.L. Crowe

in Trail was close behind at 107 and a 6.5 rating. Stanley Humphries in Castlegar was ranked 173 with an overall rating of 5.6. All three schools’ rankings were lower last year than their previous five year average.

School District 20 Board Chair Darrel Ganzert responded by stating “The use of FSA results by the Fraser Institute in order to rank schools is controversial.

“The information gained from the FSA is of little value to school districts,” Ganzert continued, “it is low on the scale of quality information.

It would be better to measure internal testing within the district.”

Andy Davidoff, President of the Kootenay Columbia Teachers Union, gave a similar response, “The Fraser Institute’s rankings are an inappropriate use of the FSA results.

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Firefighters achieve Level 1 certification Derek Kaye Castlegar News contributor

It was a proud night for all in attendance at the Robson Fire Hall Tuesday March 11 as family and dignitaries witnessed the graduation of 11 men and one woman with Level 1 Fire Fighters certifications. The Level 1 status is the same certification as possessed by professional firefighters in active service.

The Robson Volunteer Fire Department is the only

volunteer crew in BC that has all members with this certification.

Some firefighters achieved their Level 2 certification, which allows them to be in command of a fire fighting crew at the scene of a fire.

Fire Chief Keith Watson said in his opening remarks, “I believe training is paramount when it comes to recruitment and retention.

The recruits see firefighters who are passionate about the fire service and who

are willing to sacrifice their free time to an honourable cause.”

Each of the graduates puts in three years of training to achieve their Level 1 certification. Regional Fire Chief Terry Swan also spoke highly of the graduates and the inspiration given them by their captain and training officer Chris MacBain, who received an award of appreciation from the graduates themselves.

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to the Castlegar News the importance of the evening’s events. The volunteer firefighters from the Robson Fire Hall were one of a kind in BC and perhaps Canada in terms of the level of training, expertise and certification.

MacBain, now retired as training officer, said, “ This is my swan song you might say.

I hung around long enough to see this happen.” He then joked, “Well, got to go fade off into the sunset.”

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Editor: Jim Sinclair Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905

Too much action

It’s said that any publicity is good publicity, but the sort we’ve been getting of late is not the kind we’re looking for by any stretch of the imagination.

Events like armed robberies are startling, and jolt us out of our peaceful West Kootenay comfort zone. They instill a helpless sense of urgency among us. If the trend were to continue (Heaven forbid), that sense of urgency could, in time, be replaced by the numb cynicism so familiar in communities like Surrey and Abbotsford.

If there are two possible sources of comfort in the alarming occurence of local serious crime – one of them is the professionalism of our local police. There may as yet be no arrests and no one in custody, but that’s not to suggest the latest forensic procedures are not being combined with energetic manpower to solve the cases.

The other factor that could be seen as encouraging (just a possibility, mind you) is the chance that the same culprit or culprits are behind the rash of robberies, and that the wave will fizzle about the time they’re brought to justice.

In the meantime, it’s not too likely the emergency vehicles with the blue lights will be followed too closely, not by people from this publication, at least. Law enforcement may appreciate information, but any other kind of help is not on their wish list.

If anyone used to complain about dull news days in this cozy corner of the province, let’s hope they can be reacquainted with those familiar doldrums... devoid of certain kinds of ACTION... manhunts, etc. And let’s hope it can happen soon.

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Don’t put a ring on it Do you hear that scraping sound?

That’s me dragging out the old soap box gearing up for my rant.

Before I do that though, I’d like for all of you to do me a favour and turn off your cell phones. Yup, that’s right, I said turn them off. Don’t switch them to vibrate and don’t pretend you’re turning them off. I know the tricks. Just turn them off.

Do I have your full attention now that you have turned them off? Yes? Good!

I love cell phones. It’s much better than when I grew up and always had to keep a quarter in my pocket for that elusive emergency phone call I might have to make from a phone booth. Phone booth? you might ask?

Yeah kids, it’s those glass and metal upright coffins with a phone in them that you might have seen once in Small Town Canada.

Nowadays it’s easy to keep in touch when one has a cell phone. It’s even better when you really don’t feel like talking to someone and text them instead. Much simpler.

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to watch this three generation family sit down to have lunch. Besides the parents and grandparents, there was a young boy of about two, and a newborn. And I mean newborn, as in just out of the oven newborn. It was a nice scene, a family dining together without the disruption of the TV or doorbell.

That nice scene abruptly ended with the ringing of a cell phone, which was promptly answered by the father of the young family. While he was chatting on his cell, another cell phone rang.

To my amazement, the father pulled a cell phone out of his pocket and began talking on that one as well. Yes, you read this right: he had TWO cell phones. He must have been super important to have not one, but two cell phones, which he just had to answer while dining with his family. Worse yet, throughout the entire meal the young man carried on conversation after conversation, all the while ignoring the grandparents, his wife and his two children.

I was thoroughly disgusted. So much for quality family time.

Then there are the numerous times when I was in line at a check out, and all the while, the person in front of me, couldn’t put down the cell phone the cashier was ringing up their

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goods. Rude. Just flat out rude.

And don’t get me started about the many, many times people have bumped into me because they were too busy texting to look up and see that there were actually people and vehicles around them.

Am I beginning to sound like a crotchety old woman to you? I’m really not. Not at all. It’s just that I believe that no matter how old you are, or how young, there is still such a thing as plain, good old-fashioned courtesy.

Then there’s also the added aspect about safety. Tell me, how do you manage to operate a vehicle full of unruly, rambunctious children on a freeway and text? Seriously?

As I said, cell phones are truly a wonderful adventure. However, there is a time and place for everything, including cell phones.

Do yourself, your family and those around you, a favour will you? Would you please turn off your cell phones during family meals and while on the road?

All too soon your family will soon be grown and on their way. Hopefully they will remember and appreciate the quality time you spent with them without a cell phone stuck to your ear. If not, don’t count on too many phone calls home from their cell.

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Worried over weed I have had family and friends who have suffered with Alzheimer’s, most having died. Alzheimer’s kills off part of the brain. Those sufferers lost their driving privileges.

I have been told by a doctor that marijuana also deadens the brain (which kills the pain) and slows down their reactions.

Will the MPs and MLAs look past counting their votes and their bank balances and see that marijuana users also have their driving privileges removed.

With this ‘Medical’ marijuana many more people will be claiming aches and pains at their doctors. Do we need drunk doped-up drivers on the roads?

Why do we try to stop people smoking nicotine and encourage them to smoke dope instead?

-John Gibson, Castlegar

Preserving history I am a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, which consists of members of the Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program who are dedicated to preserving and commemorating Canada’s military heritage by teaching younger generations about the importance of remembrance.

I would like to highlight a special effort that The War Amps is undertaking; the Newsreel of the Week Project!

These newsreels were filmed by the Canadian Army Film Unit during the Second World War to document the troops in training and on the front lines. The front-line cameramen were soldiers first.

In addition to camera instruction, they received infantry training and took guns into battle along with their heavy 35 mm movie cameras.

Putting their lives at risk, they captured footage of the battles and scooped the world on major events, including the invasion of Sicily and D-Day. Many civilians on the home front would have watched the newsreels in movie theatres during the war.

The Public can view this extraordinary footage as The War Amps releases all 106 newsreels to the public, one week at a time. Or, for home viewing, you can order the

six-DVD set at cost-recovery price on waramps.ca.

Sincerely, Kendra Blakely (17) Operation Legacy Member, Revelstoke, BC

Further to ALR issue Dear Minister Pimm and Members of the Cabinet, Recently at our community hall’s 100-Mile potluck, an 89-year-old farmer blessed the meal. She told us that by growing local food again, we are returning to a life lived close to the land we live on, and to a stronger local economy.

In my 40 years here, I have seen our economy lose its agricultural base, and now am witnessing its return.

That is only possible because of the Agricultural Land Reserve. Were it not for the reserve, these lands would have been broken up and sold to the highest bidder. It would be impossible for young local farmers to revitalize our farm economy and culture.

In our area of the Kootenays, we are proud to see young people staying here instead of fleeing to opportunities elsewhere. They are growing food and very successfully selling it at local markets. We see locally inspired courses on chicken raising, hog raising, and market gardening. We see a local co-op store with a budget in the millions contracting with local farmers to supply greater and greater amounts of product. We see local restaurants once more featuring local food and paying farmers decent prices for it. We see local dairies, truck farmers, and slaughterhouses succeeding because of a consumer demand and support for local farming.

Count me as one of the citizens demanding that the province keep its hands off the ALR. And in that same context, count me as an opponent of the Site C dam, one of the nastiest pillages of productive farmland this government could come up with.

Rita Moir, Winlaw, BC

MP, to Minister Dear Mr. Flaherty (Minister of Finance), I want to record the stron-

gest possible objection to the signing of the Intergovernmental Agreement on the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). I am writing not only to voice my personal objection to this agreement, but also on behalf of the hundreds of Canadians from around the country who have communicated with me and my staff.

The proposed legislation Smell rotten eggs? will undermine the constitu1 It could be natural gas. tional rights of a significant population of Canadian citizens. The few exemptions that have been incorporated in the agreement do riot address the concerns expressed by my 2 Go outside. constituents, namely that this government has done nothing to protect their financial lives from US scrutiny, and that Call FortisBC’s 24-hour this legislation will in affect 3 emergency line at create 2 classes of Canadian 1-800-663-9911 or 911. citizenship.

An estimated 1 million Canadians are also US citizens, but the impact of this legislaNatural gas is used safely in B.C. every day. But if you tion extends to hundreds of smell rotten eggs, go outside first, then call us. thousands more as their family members, employers and Learn more at fortisbc.com/safety. business partners are forced to divulge financial information to the US. Many individuals hesitate to come forward FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (14-117.2 03/2014) to voice their objections pub3/3/2014 11:02:44 licly, fearing discrimination14-117.2_FOR806_GasOdourPrint_P1.indd 1 at work or in business. Many others fear reprisals from the US. Most are unaware that they had this all-too-brief period in which to record their objection to the Agreement.

As you have said yourself, Canada is not a tax haven. I definitely do not condone tax evasion, but implicit in this agreement is the unfair suspicion that Canada/US dual citizens living in Canada are criminals. I have seen several reasonable suggestions which would eliminate this branding, and exempt the majority of US citizens resident in Canada from FBAR/FATCA reporting.

Because the intergovernmental negotiations were conducted behind closed doors and the Agreement signed with no input from the citizens directly affected, I support the leader of the Green Party’s call for extending the March 10th deadline. I respectfully urge you to extend today’s deadline by at least a month to allow time for appropriate public consultation and further consideration of this contentious legislation.

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Sincerely, Alex Atamanenko, MP BC Southern Interior

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Community Calendar Upcoming March - CASTLEGAR SR. ACTIVITIES at the Castlegar COMPLEX:

Monday 10 a.m.–darts; 1 p.m. whist Tuesday 9:30 a.m.–floor curling/carpet bowling; 1 p.m. crafts; 7 p.m. pool.

Wednesday 9:30 floor curling; 10 a.m. Mar. 19, Raspberry Hi-Coffee.

1 p.m. – bingo on the 5th only.

7 p.m. – Rummoli.

Thursday 9 a.m. Mar. 20 Zone 6 meeting 9:30 a.m. floor curling; 1 p.m. bingo (not on 6th) 2 p.m. (Mar. 6) general meeting 2 p.m. (Mar. 20) tea dance.

Friday 10 a.m. Qi Gong; 1 p.m. bridge/ crib.

Saturday Mar. 15, 11:30-1 p.m. Soup Day Open weekdays 9-4 for coffee.

Ongoing garage sale, microwave raffle March 14 (Fri): Kootenay Literary Competition Awards Gala Prestige Lakeside Resort, Nelson - 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) - Light refreshments at intermission - Suggestion $5 donation - Angie Abdou Guest Speaker MARCH 16 (Sun) : Borscht lun-

cheon and benefit for two yearold Natasha Voykin. Slocan Park Community Hall – 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. All proceeds to the Voykin family.

March 17 (Mon): The West Koo-

tenay Ostomy Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Kiro Wellness Center, 1500 Columbia Avenue, Trail. Guest speaker: Leo Salsman, Financial Advisor discussing RIF’s and TFSA’s. For more info, please call 250-368-9827 or 250-3656276.

March 18 Castlegar Friends of

Parks and Trails AGM will be held at the Castlegar Community Complex at 7 p.m.

March 19: ‘Native Plants for

Native Pollinators’ by Valerie Huff and Eva Johansson of Kootenay Wild will highlight the Castlegar Garden Club’s 7 p.m. meeting at the Community Complex. The public is invited.

New members always welcome.

This page is for community, charity or fundraising events that are free or (nearly so) at the discretion of the editor. Dated events take priority. If you have previously posted an event and want it to run again, provide an upto-date version with contact details to newsroom@castlegarnews.com, drop off at our office at Unit 2 - 1810 8th Ave in Castlegar or give us a call at 250-365-6397. Thank you.

Information: Wendy Eggleton 250 365-0150 or castlegargardenclubinfo@shaw.ca MARCH 26 (WED): Friends of the

Castlegar Library Travel Log 7 p.m. at the Castlegar Library.

Denise and Ed Chernoff will present on their month long travels in Turkey. Silver Collection. Info 250-365-6611

Ongoing

ducks unlimited canada: looking for event

volunteers in Castlegar.

Call Ken 250-319-7815 for more details.

Community Harvest food bank & Drop-in centre:

Monday Food Bank 11 a.m. -1:30 eligible 1x per month closed the Monday after cheque issue and statutory holidays Lunch served from 11 – 1:30 Wednesday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 -1:30 FREE Friday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 – 1:30 Coffee and baked goodies from 10 a.m. on! Bread is available when donated and it is on a first come first serve basis.

Located in the basement of St. David’s Anglican Church 614 Christina Place. We are located around the back and down the stairs.

Donation cheques payable to Community Harvest Food Bank can be mailed to: 301 32nd Street V1N 3S6 Food donations can be dropped off on any of these days at St David’s Church Contact number 250-608-2227 vendors needed: 5th Annual Garden & Nature Fest, Sat. May 17/14 (10-3 p.m.)Open air festival of Plants & Gardens, Art, Farming & More! Hosted by Castlegar Communities in Bloom & Castlegar Garden Club. Castlegar Com. Complex 2101-6th Ave, Contact: 250399-4439; e-mail: castlegargardenfest@shaw.ca Web: www. castlegargardenfest.weebly.com The “Bridge,” – Do you have

questions? Join us for music, discussion, refreshments; 1st Tues. ea. month, 7 p.m, Kinnaird Church of God, 2404 Columbia Ave, Castlegar.”

Call Donna at 250-304-2929.

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back to school with baby Program free for parents to upgrade

Math, English and/or study skills with an instructor from Selkirk College. Kootenay Family Place , Mon. & Wed. from 1 - 3 p.m. Childcare and snacks provided. More info call Alana at 304-6862.

Robson Flea Market: back in

action from 9-2 p.m. every Sunday. Offering a great homestyle breakfast till food runs out (about noon), fresh baked

Mike, 250-399-4417; Tues. at 7 p.m. (Dennis 250-365-2738); Wed. at 7 p.m., (Fay at 250-6870484. Thurs. at 8 p.m. (Jim at 250-365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m (Len at 365-7805). al-anon meets every Monday night for people whose lives

have been affected by someone’s drinking. Mondays 8-9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) More info: Donna 250-3653168 or Eileen 250-365-3674.

TOASTMASTERS MEETINGS

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goods, yarn, jewelry, collectibles, crafts, jams, fresh eggs, lots more. To rent a table or get on waiting list please phone Kathy (250) 365-3796. Still looking for charities that may be interested in hosting a breakfast for their charity. More info? Call Kathy.

St. David’s and the united church thrift shop: New Hrs:

Tue.-Thur. 10-4 p.m, Friday & Saturday 10-1 p.m. The shop is under Motor Vehicle Licensing Office, 605 Columbia Ave. Clothing, shoes, household items, bedding, linen, books, ornaments etc. at reasonable prices. We welcome clean donated items in good condition.

Sorry we cannot accept furniture, TVs, exercise equipment or any large items due to lack of space.

free hot meal at the sharing dinner pot at Cadet Hall, 8th

Ave, Castlegar (2 blocks from library) Tues. at noon.

All About Breastfeeding infor-

mative support group for breastfeeding moms. Neighbourhood House in Castlgr, Tues. 10:30noon More info: 250-365-3662, www.kootenayfamilyplace.org tops group meets every wednesday 8:30-10am Kin-

naird Hall, 2320 Columbia Ave. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy, lose weight. Monthly fee $10. More info call 365-7956.

Castlegar A.A. meetings at the Pioneer Arena Sun. at 10 a.m.

1995 Columbia Ave Trail 250-364-1208

250-608-2254.

Scrabble Club 2nd Wed. of the

month, Castlegar Public Library.

6:30 – 8 p.m. All levels welcome!

For info call Alana at 304-6862.

Offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy.

New to Canada? Settlement ser-

vices provides eligible newcomers with information about community services or preparing for citizenship. Call 250-687-4714 or email welcometocastlegar@ gmail.com.

Local Toastmasters club Sentinel Speakers, 7-9 p.m. at Fireside Inn, 1st & 3rd Weds. of month.

Learn speaking skills, gain confidence, have fun! Guests welcome.

More info call Diane Cushing at 250-3658336.

Legion Meat Draws Saturdays

Operation Feast All in-

Castlegar Library, lower level. Free. Sponsored by WK MS Society for its members/care providers. Call Lonnie Facchina 1-866-352-3997 or email info@ westkootenay@mssociety.ca or Janice Ferraro, at 250-365-5428, email janice@underthesunyoga.ca

vited for home-cooked meals Thurs. at New Life Assem. Church, 602 - 7th Street.

Doors open at 4 p.m, dinner until 5:30 p.m. Entrance to dining area at back of Church. More info: Carol at 365-5734. free pool - Everyone welcome

Every Saturday at the Royal Canadian Legion, 248 Columbia Ave. Bring friends and have an afternoon of fun. youth program at Blueberry Creek Community School. Fun, safe night for a movie, games/sports/hanging out. Grades K - 5, 6:30 - 8 p.m. and grades 6 up, 8 - 10 p.m. See B.C.C.S. facebook page for more info or phone 250-365-7201. friday

USCC Cultural Interpretive Society meets Monday and

Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Doukhobor Arts and Crafts Centre, 820 Markova Rd., beside the Brilliant Cultural Centre.

Advocate in Castlegar on Thursdays Questions about wel-

fare, disability benefits, tenancy or family law? The Advocacy Centre is in Castlegar Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Castlegar and District Community Services, 1007 2nd Street.

Call 250-608-0589 or 1-877352-5777.

Mom’s Support Group All moms

welcome to this loosely structured group supporting challenges of being a mom. No referral required. More info: Sandi McCreight 250-365-2104 ext. 34 FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING for problem gambling; Cas-

tlegar Community Services Call

Royal Canadian Legion Castlegar/Robson Branch #170, 248 Columbia Avenue, 4-6 p.m.

Guests welcome and must be signed in by a member. Darts: 4- on Thursdays, new signed-in players welcome.

W.K. Yoga For MS Support Group. Mondays, 1:30 - 3 p.m.,

English as a Second Language programs Classes for adults,

Conversation Club, Family Drop-in for families with young children, 1 to 1 tutoring. Free.

More info call Alana at 250304-6862.

Families

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Register for free program where families have fun preparing, cooking and eating dinner together. Third Wed. of the month (Nov-Mar) at Kootenay Family Place from 5 to 7 p.m. To register, call 1-877-258-4133 or email info@ccfoffice.org.

Ongoing: KPKids is a free program for kids in Kindergarten to Gr. 4 Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at Kinnaird Park Community Church (behind Kinnaird Park). We also offer a program for youth Gr. 5 - 7 called KPJY at the same time and location.

Registration upon arrival, drop in’s welcome! selkirk weavers’ guild

meets 3rd Weds. of the month at our studio within the Doukhobor Discovery Centre across from airport. 10-noon. bring bag lunch and show & tell.

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Faith A very unique gift to last an eternity “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16 This is perhaps the most familiar verse in the entire Bible, and with good reason, as it holds the greatest message we could ever hear. It is the message of God’s special gift to man. Let’s consider some characteristics that make this gift so special.

First, it is a gift of love. We give and receive gifts for many different reasons - out of obligation, due to a special occasion, to return a favour, or as a way of saying thank you. The only motivation God had in sending His Son was love.

Simply because He loves you, He was willing to make a way for you not to perish.

Secondly, it is a universal gift. The majority of gifts have only one recipient. However, God’s gift can be received by the whole world. The salvation

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gift. I have received many gifts over the years and to be honest, most of them lasted only a short while before they had lost their usefulness. In fact, many gifts are consumed in a day and most have been long forgotten.

Once you have received the gift of God you’ll enjoy its benefit not only for the rest of your life but for eternity.

Fourthly, it is a sacrificial gift. I have to confess that I have given many gifts in my life time that were of no great sacrifice to myself. Even the most costly gifts I have given do not come anywhere near the price the Lord paid to give us everlasting life.

Here we are told of the most unique and valuable gift ever offered.

However, in order to possess it you must receive it.

How? - “Whosoever believeth” – by faith. What an amazing, special gift! I pray you’ll make it yours and enjoy what it brings!

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Bible Truths God offers is not limited by colour or nationality. Furthermore, it is powerful enough to reach those in the deepest sins as well as the self-righteous.

Jesus said, “him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.” (John 6:37) You can receive this gift just as you are right now.

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Health Legislation supports nurse practitioners submitted Govt. of BC

VICTORIA - Nurse practitioners will be further integrated into the health-care system with legislation introduced today that will expand their scope and opportunities.

“Our government recognizes the vital role nurse practitioners play in supporting the health of B.C. patients,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “We made significant steps toward removing the barriers facing nurse practitioners in the workplace with amendments in 2011, and today’s legislation builds on this work and allows nurse practitioners to more fully and collaboratively contribute within the health system.”

The amendments also build on other previous announcements the provincial

government has made for nurse practitioners, including the Nurse Practitioner for BC program, which was announced in May 2012.

Nurse practitioners

were introduced in B.C. in 2005 to fulfill additional roles in areas like primary care, chronic disease, disease prevention and health promotion.

They are registered

nurses with additional education at the master’s degree level.

At this position they have an expanded scope of practice over traditional nursing roles.

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ACUTE HEALTH CARE COMMUNITY QUESTIONNAIRE As a Castlegar resident, your input is being solicited to help develop a strategic plan to assist the region in making decisions to guide acute health care investments in the coming years.

Acute care refers to hospital or community health care and NOT to facilities for longer term care.

Please provide your Castlegar residential postal code: THREE QUESTIONS: 1. Do you support Castlegar proceeding with multiple studies, in partnership with Interior Health, to advance acute care planning and potential future capital investments within the region?

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History/Culture Without the local Doukhobor contribution, life wouldn’t be the same Originally published in the Castlegar News April 23, 1989, and reprinted here at the request of John J. Legebokoff.

It’s hard to imagine the West Kootenay without its Doukhobor community.

But the possibility exists after the news last week that the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ sent a delegation to the Soviet Union in late March to seek information on a possible group return by the Doukhobor’s to the Altai region of southern Siberia, an area where the sect originated.

Although USCC honorary chairman John Verigin made it quite clear that no decision has been made, the fact that a return to the Soviet Union is even being considered is somewhat sad.

The problem, Mr. Verigin said, is assimilation into the Canadian culture threatens to swallow up the Doukhobors.

“It is more difficult to retain our identity, the Russian language, our culture, customs and traditions,” he said.

One only has to consider the recent complaints over the Castlegar school board’s Russian language programs to realize how Mr. Verigin and the Doukhobors must feel.

It’s a sad example for a country which is supposedly proud of its multiculturalism.

Mr. Verigin said the Doukhobors are “eternally grateful” for the haven Canada gave them when they fled persecution in Russia more than 90 years ago.

No, Mr. Verigin, it is we who should be grateful to your people for their contributions to our society. If more of us followed your peace-loving philosophy, the world would undoubtedly be a better place.

But if your people feel they must return to their homeland to preserve their culture, then that is what they must do, for it is a culture worth preserving.

But, despite the difficulties you face, we hope you find a way to preserve that culture here in Canada.

We hope you stay.

Doukhobor workers at mealtime - Brilliant, BC circa 1920

Prophecies of our Leaders From the Sayings of LUKERIYA VASILIYEVNA KALMIKOVA (A Recollection from the 1870’s by Vasility Fyodorovitch FEDOSOV) It happened at one time, that Lukeriya Vasiliyevna arrived at our village of Goreloye. Our people of Goreloye greeted her with great joy, with singing of psalms and hymns. After the meal was finished, Lukeriya Vasiliyevna came out and spoke to the gathered people: You, Doukhobors, have come to be chosen by the heavenly Father, and upon your shoulders the Father has placed a mission which you must carry forth into the world.

This pathway is a thorny one and beset with many difficulties, but the Doukhobors must endure it to the end. With these words she concluded, and thanking the people, she bade them good-bye. However, our people had a tradition that a substantial part of the villagers would escort our leader half of the way to the next village. And so, all of us that were able to, formed the escort, and off we started, singing psalms as we went along. When we came to a small lake that was the half way mark to the next village, Lukeriya Vasiliyevna called for a rest stop and a luncheon refreshment.

Around this lake there was a

great variety of wildlife.

Every bird was making its own particular cry. And so, listening to the varied cries of the birds, Lukeriya Vasiliyevna again spoke to the people: “Ah, my dear ones, - if you could only comprehend what these creatures of the wilds are telling us....” Here the people beseeched her: “Enlighten us, benevolent Lushechka, explain to us their message....” And so, she began her explanation: ‘My dearest ones, in great confidence, I will enlighten you. These creatures are passing judgement on the Doukhobors.”

She asked of the people: “Do we presently supply soldiers for the army?” The people answered: “No, we do not!”

She continued: “Time will soon come that we will be giving soldiers from our mist. But we will serve them for only “One week less a year.” After that all this region’s jails will be filled with our young people. And our leader will be exiled to such distant parts that very few people shall even know of his whereabouts.

The Doukhobors shall get on a “Black Horse” and leave for distant lands. They will arrive in a country where there is much good land and the Doukhobors will become excellent tillers of the soil. They will be first settled in marshy areas, but they shall in a short time bring them into productive, blossoming fields.

Some will quickly become

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rich and will forsake true Doukhoborism. But those who will remain — not rich, not poor - their leader will come to them and he will take his people into a mountainous region covered with forests. Here, in not too long a time, there will be some who will refuse to listen to the leader. They will buy for themselves lands and forests and will start to get rich.

But their wealth will not bring them contentment.

They will gather at many meetings to discuss various topics, but they will not be able to understand each others’ viewpoint.

They will be generally talking about a migration to somewhere. In the same way as you today cannot understand anything from the cries of the wildlife, and so neither will the people be able to understand anything from each other at that time.

“From there only a small group of Doukhobors shall migrate.” She clenched her fist and showed it to the people, saying: “Only such a handful move. All the rest of the Doukhobor progeny will lose their identity and pass into nothingness!”

With these words she ended her discourse.

Recorded in 1947 by Alex N. Popoff of Loogovoye (Pass Creek) Castlegar, B.C. from the Recollections of his Father-in-law - Vasya Fedosov (Pioneer of Blagodatnove Village - Champion Creek, B.C.

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Confessions of a Curber I was itching to sell another car. I‘d spent my first cash quickly. The new TV looked great in my living room.

So I scrounged the dealer lots in my neighbourhood. I found the perfect car at a small dealership not far from my house.

Gray with four doors. Everything was still intact, but it was priced low. The dealer gave me the car’s history right away. It had been in three accidents over its lifetime. Nothing too major, but damage was done and repaired.

I couldn’t spot the repairs. So, I happily bought it and registered it.

I didn’t want my wife and kids to know what I was up to, so I parked it around the block. I knew it would be gone in a few days.

This time, I used Kijiji and Craigslist.

“Car for sale. Served me well, but wife wants a new car. Accident and damage free.

Looking to sell fast, low price. Cash only. Call cell for info.”

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I told her I’d meet her at a nearby gas station and would throw in a free tank of gas. She was thrilled.

When I met her, she told me that she needed a cheap, dependable vehicle to get to her new job. She’dd been taking the bus for weeks and was tired of her commute.

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You could be forgiven for thinking this car was the latest example of an Italian supercar.

Well it is and it isn’t. It’s a PassoCorto designed in Italy for Korean car manufacturer Hyundai.

It’s the result of a competition staged by Hyundai at the famous Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) in Turin, Italy, to create a sports car that would appeal to Generation Y consumers. The final concept was displayed on the IED stand at the 2014 Salon International de l’Auto in Geneva, Switzerland.

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The result is a dramatic, compact and ultra-lightweight sports car concept called PassoCorto – Italian for ‘short wheelbase’. The compact two-seater weighs just 840 kg thanks to its carbon fibre chassis and is powered by a rearmid mounted four-cylinder in-line 1,6-litre bi-turbo engine. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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CHRIS MANSBRIDGE Castlegar News contributor

Inside Castlegar’s Mountain High Lighting storefront, you’ll meet two of the Kootenays’ most successful coaches.

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their winters cheering on their three kids competing on the North American Junior Freeskiing Circuit. They travel to contests throughout Western Canada and America as a family and family is the key to their success.

Freeskiing contests consist of ski competitors navigating cliffs and rocks down steep terrain while being scored by a panel of judges.

The three kids are each other’s greatest fans and are known for encouraging each other from the finish line. “There’s nothing quite like quality family time - competing isn’t the same without your family to cheer and support you no matter what,” says 16-year-old Mackenzie. She credits her family’s support for her four victories at Red Mountain and last year’s win at Whitewater. Her results were noticed by Salomon skis, who signed her and her sister Erin as athletes. Their 17-yearold brother Jacob placed second at the first ever Whitewater Freeski contest and is regularly in the top 15 of his category. Head Skis and Powderhound support him on his career path of becoming a pro skier.

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tests are a lifestyle. “It doesn’t matter if you crashed, got lost, or just had an awesome run, you will always find people there not just to congratulate you on your run, but to congratulate you on being a part of the freeski community.”

The youngest of the Flood family is 11-year-old Erin,

who recently won the Rocky Mountain Resort Freeski Tour, podiumed Red Mountain’s contest three times and won Whitewater’s three times. She loves skiing, “Because it’s really fun and when you go off jumps and are in the air, it feels like you are in slow motion. It’s a fun sport

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and you can ski with friends.”

Their success in the sport has recently attracted the attention of pro photographer Mark Shaprio. The photographer, best known for capturing the birth of extreme skiing in France and the first continuous ski attempt of Everest, will now be traveling to Rossland to photograph the family skiing their home mountain.

Under the encouragement and care from coaches Mom and Dad and a little help from the Red Mountain Ski Academy, we can expect a bright future from the three athletes. Mackenzie says it best.

“Skiing lets you grasp a special kind of happiness or energy you can’t find anywhere else.” Whether it blossoms into a pro career or a weekend activity, skiing for the Floods will always be about family.

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The Castlegar Junior Curling Club took four teams to Nelson last weekend for a bonspiel sponsored by the Nelson Curling Club. Castlegar teams took both first and second place. First place went to the Kline rink skipped by Joshua Kline with team mates Joshua MacInnis, Will Watt and Andrew Voykin. Jamie Horning led her team with the help of Casey Alexander, Kalee Glennie and Kennedy MacInnis to a second place finish.

The Castlegar Junior curlers have been developing excellent curling skills and have become known for their sportsmanship.

Much of this is thanks to long-time head coach Jim Swanson who has faithfully coached junior curlers two days a week for many years. There are also many other volunteers who help make this program such a success.

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Pictured at right, Girls team, (Team Horning) Second place – L-R – Casey Alexander, Kalee Glennie, Kennedy MacInnis, Jamie Horning

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Our ‘Get Fit’ challenge has come to a close and picking just one winner was more difficult than originally anticipated. If a three-way tie were possible, that certainly would have been the case. All three participants gave their absolute best and far exceeded the goals they set for themselves. They should be extremely proud of their hard work and dedication. Kudos is also due to all three trainers (Spencer Voykin of Peak Physique, Janice Ferraro of Under the Sun Hatha Yoga, and Kristy Keus of Kootenay Cycling) who donated their time and energy to make this challenge possible.

And without further delay, a big congratulations to our winner - Hailey Salekin! The 29 year-old single mother entered this contest with the short-term goal of losing 10 lbs, and the long-term goal of participating in Tough Mudder later this year. She was paired with Spencer Voykin of Peak Physique and together they blew Hailey’s goal right out of the water with a total weight loss of 20.1 lbs and 14.5 inches! She was at the gym six days a week, even when she was not feeling well. In fact, when we called to announce that she had won the competition ... where did we find her? Why, the gym, of course! Hailey has won a six-month pass to Peak Physique to continue her fitness journey. “I’m truly thankful for this whole thing, says Salekin. This is just the beginning!”

Way to go, Hailey! And congratulations to all the participants and trainers for all their hard work!

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The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) is looking for a Settlement Services Program Coordinator for the community of Castlegar. This is a part-time contract position starting on April 7th.

This position includes working with clients, and their families, who are new to Canada and supporting service providers and the community to be more welcoming to new immigrants. The successful person will be responsible for intake of clients, providing information about the community, programs and services; facilitating information sessions and other duties related to helping new immigrants successfully settle in the community. The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults and families, knowledge and experience working with new immigrants and work well with the CBAL team. This person must be self-motivated and be able to work independently. This position requires some travel in the West Kootenay and Boundary region and a vehicle is required.

Please send resumes to amurdoch@cbal.org by Thursday, March 27th. For more information call Alana Murdoch at 250-304-6862 or email amurdoch@cbal.org

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6:30-9:00am 1:00-4:00pm & 7:30-9:00pm 2:00-4:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm 10:00-8:30pm 1:00-6:00pm 1:00-6:00pm

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Fitness classes happen 5 days per week. Purchase a Castlegar & District Community Complex membership pass and over 20 fitness classes are included.

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New session of Registered Fitness Classes starting: Cardio Spin; Gentle Yoga; African Groove; Women on Weights; Zumba Fitness; Body 360; Rise & Shine Boot Camp; Yoga; Balance & Mobility • Spring Break Children’s Camps - Red Cross Babysitting Course • Youth Movie Night March 17 & 18 Friday March 14th - Boys Biking Camp 6:00-8:00pm (Grades 5, 6, 7) March 26 – 28 Regular Admission - Girls Biking Intro Camp March 28 • Spring Break Red Cross Swim Lessons Monday - Thursdays - Circ & Create Camps March 18 & 19 or March 26 & 27 March 17-27 Registration

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Ice Action • Selkirk Saints Playoffs BCIHL Championships Saints vs Trinity Western University • Friday March 14th • Saturday March 15th Game 7:30pm Catch all the action, come & cheer on the Saints

Community Happenings: • Senior Citizens Association Soup Day Friday March 15th -

Public Skating •Saturday March 15th 2:00-4:00pm •Saturday March 16th (cancelled due to Saints game #3)

• West Kootenay Lacrosse League registration now taking place at the Complex.

• Girls Softball & Castlegar Baseball (drop your registration off at the Recreation Office)

Registration still taking place for a variety of Winter Recreation Programs. Stop by the Recreation office if you did not receive your brochure or go on line to www.rdck.ca

Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations.

If you would like your event mentioned in this event calendar please e-mail the information to Castlegar Recreation Department at casrec@rdck.bc.ca or call 365-3386 ext 0.

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Saints send TRU Wolves packing SUBMITTED Selikirk Saints

Selkirk College advanced to their second consecutive B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League finals on Saturday (Mar. 8) with a 6-3 victory over Thompson Rivers University at the Castlegar Recreation Complex. With the win, the Saints swept the best-of-three series with the WolfPack.

Connor McLaughlin completed a hat trick with 6:34 to play in regulation to cap a wild third period where Selkirk finally found some finish around the TRU net. Leading 3-2 entering the frame, the Saints went up by two for the first time in the series on a Cody Fidgett goal before building a three-goal cushion when Thomas Hardy finished off a fine individual effort on the power-play.

But the WolfPack responded - just as they had throughout the previous five periods of action - when Steven Pantazopoulos banked a shot off the body of a Saints defender with 7:23 remaining in regulation to make it a 5-3 game.

But McLaughlin’s third goal of the game came on the very next shift, effectively ending any further hopes of a TRU comeback.

TRU gave us two tough games and never backed down when it seemed like we were going to start rolling and build on a lead,” says Saints head coach Jeff Dubois. “Chris

Saints No. 12 Connor McLaughlin sinks his second goal of the night’s hat trick.

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Solecki was outstanding for them again tonight and really kept things tight through the end of the second period. We seemed to find another gear in the third, which was exactly what we wanted to see with a one-goal lead and the series on the line.

“Offensively, we hadn’t seen our A-game in a few weeks but we got stronger as the game went on tonight and seemed to convert on our chances when it counted. You don’t want to go into a championship series with any type of worries about being able to put the puck in the net, and I think we put any of that to bed in the third.”

The teams traded a pair of goals each in the first period, as markers from McLaughlin and Garrett were quickly countered by equalizers from Dayton Shaw and Tyler Jackson. Solecki stood tall in the second period and turned away a number of excellent scoring chances before McLaughlin picked up his

second of the night with less than 90 seconds remaining in the period.

Chris Hurry was tested often in the third period as the WolfPack pushed to close the gap, but was solid and steady in a 21-save performance.

Solecki allowed six goals on 43 shots and faced a total of 96 shots in total over the course of the two-game series.

With the win, Selkirk will host the 2014 BCIHL Championships in Castlegar beginning Friday, March 14th at 7:30 PM. The finals will follow the same best-of-three format with Game 2 set for Saturday at 7:30 PM and Game 3, if necessary, scheduled for Sunday at 6:00 PM. The Saints’ opponent will be determined on Sunday evening when Simon Fraser University and Trinity Western University meet in a third and deciding game in their semi-final series.

SAINTS NOTES: Over 500 fans took in Game 2, pushing weekend attendance over the 1000-mark.

School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia)

Late French ImmersIon Registration for the Late French Immersion (LFI) Program is currently taking place. Students who are currently in grade 5 are able to apply to this program.

Families who are interested in their child enrolling in the program should note the following: • Late French Immersion will be offered at two sites again this year, Rossland Secondary School in Rossland, and Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar.

• All School District 20 grade 5 students will bring home an information package about Late French Immersion, complete with an application form, on March 11th, 2014.

• An information meeting for parents regarding the LFI program will be held at Rossland Secondary School on Thursday, March 13th, at 7:00 pm, and at Twin Rivers Elementary School on Tuesday, April 1st, at 7:00 pm.

Should you have any questions or require further information about the LFI program or the enrollment process, please visit the district website: http://www.sd20.bc.ca/french-immersion.html.

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Local softball action heats up at pre-season clinic Derek Kaye Castlegar News contributor

The Stanley Humphries Secondary School gymnasium was divided in two last Saturday March 8 as two top coaches from Chilliwack, Gerry and Suzanne Dyson coached girls in the disciplines of pitching and batting in readiness for this year’s fast pitch softball season.

The young athletes ranged in age from 10 to 17. They were all smiles and a little sweat as Suzanne and Gerry coached the basics to advanced.

In the batting zone youngsters were swinging at all sorts and sizes of balls from underinflated basketballs to practise golf balls and softie softballs.

Of course regulation softballs, the Dudley red dots were making their appearance as they got hit and pitched into the separating wall or glove or bat. Warm ups, cool downs, thirst quenching liquids and cool mom and dad volunteer coaches were all there.

In the lower mainland Suzanne is coaching a 16 yearold who hurls 70 miles per hour pitches and is on the short list for the junior na-

tional team. Suzanne coached a gold medal-winning team in the 2008 BC Summer Games. Along with Gerry, she is helping the Hope Minor Softball association get off the ground. They are on the board of directors and both have previous experience as rep. coaches for Chilliwack and Abottsford.

Gerry explained, “As Gerry and Suzanne Dyson are batting a batter, you watch for and pitching coaches from Chilliwack rotations. The ball turnwho run clinics all over B.C. ing one direction and it Pictured below, Elora Hipwell gets is a drop ball; another pitching tips from Suzanne. direction, it’s a rise ball.

Derek Kaye photos And if there is no rotation God know’s where it’s going to go, and the pitcher doesn’t know.

Might go sideways that far, or this way that far.”

The softball season starts in the third week of April and lasts until June. Practice starts at the beginning of April.

Registration is occurring now for teams, and if you’d like to register, contact Derek or Natalie Hipwells at hipwells@telus.net .

PARKING AND VIEWING AREA CLOSURES THIS MARCH AT HUGH KEENLEYSIDE DAM Please be advised that access to the Navigational Lock parking and viewing areas at Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam will be closed to the public the remainder of March and will be open again April 1, 2014.

The closures are a safety precaution and will allow the continuation of the Navigation Lock Drive system upgrades at the dam to be completed in early spring, in advance of the recreation period.

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Up-to-date information regarding access across the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam is available 24 hours a day by calling BC Hydro’s toll-free number at 1 877 924 2444.

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Saints expect stiff challenge from TWU Spartans submitted Selkirk Saints

The Selkirk College Men’s Hockey program will look to capture their second consecutive B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League championship this weekend when they take on Trinity Western University in a best-ofthree 2014 League Finals series beginning Friday.

Faceoff for Game 1 is set for 7:30 PM at the Castlegar Rec Complex.

While many had assumed the Saints were bound to face Simon Fraser University in the finals for the second

time in as many seasons, Trinity Western spoiled the Clan’s postseason plans on Sunday with a 4-1 victory in Game 3 of their semi-final series in Burnaby.

So what should Selkirk College fans expect from a Saints-Spartans series? It’s bound to be a prototypical playoff battle, as both teams earned their spot in the championships by putting together full 60-minute efforts that featured hard work and intense, hard-hitting action at both ends of the ice.

The Saints will also have to be wary of a pair of TWU

rookies who have proven themselves to be breakout stars in the BCIHL this season. Forward J.P. Villeneuve carried the Spartans offensively during the regular season and was a difference-maker in both of the Spartans’ first round wins over SFU, scoring five of his team’s seven goals in the series. On Tuesday, the 22year old’s status as one of the league’s elite players was cemented when he was named a co-winner of the BCIHL’s Most Valuable Player award, and picked unanimously as the Rookie of the Year.

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Annie was predeceased by her husband David Wallace Lockerby Sr.; 2 sisters, Elsie Roberts and Winnifred Trerise, and two brothers, Daniel and Chris Dalin.

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It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather and great grandfather, William Soppit on Sunday, March 2, 2014 at the age of 88.

Left to mourn his loss, is his loving wife of 62 years, Olive; his daughters Bernice (Bruce) Beckstead, Linda (Jim) Stuart, Karen (David) Salter and Patt (Len) Brawn; 9 grandchildren, Ben (Sarah), Brian, Kate (Andrew), Scott, Jaclyn, Amy, Jessica, Jordon, and Abby and 1 great granddaughter, Brooke; brother Louis (Doris) Soppit and Bob (Sherri) Soppit both of Rocky Mtn. House, Alberta; and sister Betty (Orville) Anderson of Trochu, Alberta.

Bill was predeceased by his two sons David and Douglas, his parents William and Bernadine Soppit and his sister Donna June.

After a 2-year enlistment with the Canadian Navy serving on the Corvettes, Bill returned to Tees, Alberta to work with his father. He went on to work both as an operator and a millwright in different mines throughout BC. In 1980 Bill and Olive opened Keremeos Rental and Sales in the retail and rental business until their retirement in 1990. After retiring, they moved to Peachland and then again to Kelowna spending many wonderful hours in their gardens and visiting family. Bill was never without his book to read or a good story to tell. His interests were diverse and his knowledge impressive. He was truly a charming gentleman and well loved by all who knew him.

Cremation has taken place in care of Valley View Funeral Home, Kelowna. Bill will be laid to rest in Fruitvale, BC, next to his sons.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the BC Cancer Foundation, 399 Royal Ave. Kelowna, BC V1Y 5L3 or the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation, 2268 Pandosy St. Kelowna, BC V1Y 1T2. Condolences to the family may be sent to soppitmemorial@gmail.com The family would like to thank the staff at Cottonwoods Care Centre and Kelowna General Hospital 4W for their outstanding care and compassion for Bill. We can’t thank you enough.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff at Talarico Place.

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IT WILL GO ON LINE! MOLNARBert Alan Was born in Hungary on May 12, 1927 and passed away on March 6, 2014 in Trail. Bert moved to Canada when he was 6 years old, and was raised in Alberta.

He came to British Columbia in 1947, gaining employment with Cominco. He was general foreman of the furnace plants when he retired in 1985.

Bert was predeceased by his daughter Sharon Lee in 1968.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lillian, his children; Gwyn Cowen of Castlegar, Tammy (Tim Loughlin) Molnar of Fruitvale and Brett (Monica) Molnar of Montrose, grandchildren; Lisa (Brent), Troy, Kevin (Genevieve), Kathleen (Chris), Eric, Kristi, Dallas, Thomas and Katie, great grandchildren; Connor, Teanna and Seena; siblings Mike (Maureen) Molnar of Castlegar, James (Mary) Molnar of Trail and Violet Krest of Castlegar and many nieces and nephews.

Bert was a long-time member of the Trail Eagles Aerie 2838, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #14 in Rossland and the 44 FLD Royal Canadian Engineers with the rank of Sargent.

Bert took part in many sports: curling, hockey and ball.

For many years he coached hockey. He also loved hunting and fishing with his family and friends. He loved the time spent at home and at Christina Lake with his children and grandchildren, as well as the winters in Arizona with Lillian.

A Celebration of Bert’s life will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 1:00pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 170 at 248 Columbia Avenue in Castlegar. Gwen Ziprick of Castlegar Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donations made to a charity of your choice in his name would be greatly appreciated.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. LaRocque and the 3rd floor medical staff of KBRH for their kindness and support.

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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 & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

Come be a part of our team. GM experience is considered an asset, but not essential. However, you must have your own tools and safety boots.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: Mitch Rinas, Controller Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: mitch@kalawsky.com

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Castlegar terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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Medical/Dental Dental Receptionist Must be outgoing, highly organized, self motivated, detail oriented. Dental experience & computer knowledge ideal. Send resume to 201-402 Baker St. Nelson, V1L 4H8 or email drkuiperdental@telus.net

Trades, Technical ENSIGN IS looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. Recruiter’s will be in Nisku, Alberta, March 31 - April 9 to conduct interviews. If you want to hear more about our International opportunities please contact our Global group and apply online at www.ensign jobs.com.

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Receptionist TRADES APPRENTICESHIP CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Teck Metals Ltd. is currently seeking Apprentices to join our operation’s maintenance team in the following trades: Journeypersons (Proof of certification required): • Millwright Journeyperson • Bricklayer Journeyperson • Industrial Instrument Mechanic Journeyperson Apprentices: • Millwright Apprentices • Bricklayer Apprentices • Industrial Instrument Mechanic Apprentices.Qualifications: • Completion of Grade 12 and an applicable Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) program • Proof of WHMIS certification • Currently indentured as an apprentice at any level will also be considered • Related industrial maintenance experience • Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems considered an asset

With critically acclaimed vehicles such as the all-new, award-winning GMC Sierra pickup, Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC’s outlook has never been better. As a result, we’re looking for a capable, personable and motivated sales representative to demonstrate our exciting lineup of vehicles to customers.

Teck Metals Ltd. is committed to employment equity and offers competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package including relocation assistance. Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit their cover letter, and resume on www.teck.com/careers (Please select Trail Operation, BC as the location or Zinc as the business unit.)

If you have a deep interest in automobiles and enjoying sharing your passion with others in a genuinely helpful manner, then maybe this position is for you. We provide the kind of training and support to help you succeed, and our compensation and benefits packages rank among the best anywhere.

Applicants will be required to participate in an assessment process designed to measure fitness, aptitudes and personal attributes.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply directly online to: www.teck.com/careers, at the Trail Operations location.

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We require an outstanding individual to be the face and voice of our dealership. Qualifications include a professional appearance, the desire to help others, basic accounting skills, knowledge of office procedures and the ability to manage a telephone switchboard. We need you to sweat the details, keep our office organized and please our customers.

This is a full-time position with growth potential.

Please submit you cover letter, resume and references to: Darlene Kalawsky, Vice President Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: darlene@kalawsky.com

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JOIN THE AXIS TEAM IN CASTLEGAR/TRAIL/ROBSON AREAS! We are seeking candidates who are skilled, experienced and flexible to work in our various residential programs throughout the West Kootenays.

Potential candidates must have experience dealing with behavior challenges. If you are passionate about working with youth at risk or youth with special needs and want to make a difference in their lives, consider joining our team in the following positions: • Full Time Residence Workers (3 - 24 hour live in shifts/ week) and • Casual Residence Workers (24 hour live in shifts as needed)

Sales experience is helpful but not necessary.

Good communication and computer skills along with a willingness to learn and constantly improve are far better indicators of potential success.

Please send your cover letter and resume to:

Successful applicants must be able to follow behavior plans/protocols, be positive role models and mentors.

For further information on these positions refer to our website www.axis.bc.ca under job opportunities.

Resumes with cover letters can be faxed to Bev Munro (250) 851-2977 or emailed to bev.munro@axis.bc.ca.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Scott Hutt, Sales Manager 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: scott@kalawsky.com

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3reIerreG 4uaOiÀcationV Post-secondary degree in community development, social work and/or business administration and a minimum of Àve years senior management experience.

-oE SNiOOV Preferred skills: substantial experience working within a variety of non proÀt funding frameworks, Ànancial administration, policy development, systemic advocacy, program planning, negotiations, leadership, social entrepreneurship, fundraising and accreditation. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong oral and written presentation skills and be a dynamic, collaborative leader. Competitive salary and beneÀts are offered. For more information about Kootenay Society for Community Living see our website: http:ksclcastlegar.net +oZ to $SSOy Please submit a resume and covering letter to: President-Board of Directors, Kootenay Society for Community Living 2429 12th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N4A9 or by email: bgerrand@shaw.ca The closing date is 5:00pm, February 28, 2014. We thank all applicants for your interest; however only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Pacific Insight Electronics (PI) is a world-class designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic solutions for the automotive, specialty and commercial vehicle sectors. PI is currently recruiting for the following positions at our Nelson, BC operation:

IT Help Desk Technician – 1 available position - Reference #1405 The IT Help Desk Technician position is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and client support of Pacific Insight’s IT environment and infrastructure. Working as a member of the Company’s IT Department, this position will generally be responsible to provide support related to software, workstation and network tasks. As well as assisting with server support and ERP system issues.

Production Associate – 4x4x12 SMT Shift 3 available positions – Reference #1406 The Production Associate SMT Shift position is responsible for the quality assembly of electronic products that Pacific Insight sells to its customers. This position specifically must be available to work a 4 on, 4 off shift rotation with 12 hour shifts rotating between days and evenings. The primary function of this position will include training on Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machinery processes and AOI machinery processes.

Detailed job postings along with the required skills and abilities are listed on PI’s website.

Please visit our website for details on how to apply: www.pacificinsight.com Resumes can be emailed directly to: joinus@pacificinsight.com

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Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd. is looking for a Mechanic for our New Denver facility.

Applicants will need to hold a valid TQ for Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport, class three driver’s licence and Motor Vehicle Inspection licence would be an asset.

Resumes can be faxed to 250-352-2172 or e-mailed to kootenay@yrb.ca

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Firearms WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military.

We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 website: www.dollars4guns.com.

Computer Services COMPUTER not running right?

Virus issues? Hardware or software failure? PC2NR Castlegar provides quality service and affordable prices. Most repairs as little as $30! Visit us at pc2nr.ca for our full price list and contact information or phone 250-365-4940.

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West Kootenay House & Home is a high quality glossy magazine aimed at home owners and renters looking for ideas, tips and ways of enhancing their homes through renovations, decorating and landscaping.

We will be printing 10,000 copies, and the magazine will be distributed throughout the entire region.

If you would like to be a part of this fantastic home resource, please contact: Kiomi Tucker at 250-551-5025 publications@westkootenay advertiser.com

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CITYSHOPPERS: We shop IKEA Looking to purchase something from IKEA or another Vancouver store? We do the shopping4you& deliver to the West Kootenay.Visit our website at www.cityshoppers.ca or contact us for a quote: cityshoppers.ca@gmail.com Next proposed shopping trip :March 21st.

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Alterations & Sewing Wedding & Grad dress alterations. Helena’s In-Stitches 250-368-5493

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Downtown Castlegar 250.365.7750

ANNACIS ISLAND Pawnbrokers open ‘till midnight 7 days a week. 604-540-1122. Cash loans for jewellery, computers, smartphones, games, tools etc. #104-1628 Fosters Way at Cliveden. annacisislandpawn brokers.com.

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Invest your future with one of the world’s largest lumber companies Interfor currently has the following opportunity at our Castlegar, BC location:

Accounting Assistant (14 Month Maternity Leave)

To be responsible for various accounting and clerical tasks related to the maintenance and processing of accounts payable in a timely and accurate manner. This position will also be responsible for providing administrative support.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: • Thorough knowledge of accounts payable and general accounting practices and procedures • Problem analysis and solving skills • Promcient in data entry (both alpha and numerical) • 1-3 years of accounts payable and general accounting experience • Technical administrative training and/or related experience To express interest in this opportunity, please apply on line at www.interfor.com/careers by March 21st, 2014.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.

Furniture WALNUT table and 6 chairs.

Table opens to 102 inches.

Several table cloths included. $250. Call 250-365-3044 between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Misc. for Sale Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20’ & 40’ Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371.

40x50 $12,649.

47x68 $16,691. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Lrg Kitchen, 10’ Ceilings Central Air, Gas Heat/ Fireplace, Dbl garage 100’ x 98’ lot, River view. $275,000 Call 250-304-2944

SUNNINGDALE 1800sq.ft 4bd, 5th unfinished, 2bath, lg rec room & dining, lg kitchen, lots of cabinets, new roof, water heater, updated electrical, beautiful real wood floors, lg fenced lot & garden, berries, hazelnut & apple tree. $229,000. 250-364-2155 TRAIL (Sunningdale) 2bd., 1bth., basement, large carport, patio, workshop. Close to amenties. $184,900. 250-3641940

Homes for Rent BC Housing Castlegar has exciting rental opportunities for families looking for affordable housing. The 3-bedroom units we offer are spacious with 1.5 bathroom, stove, fridge and washer/ dryer hook-ups. One small pet is allowed, with BC Housing approval. No smoking allowed. Tenants pay 30% of their gross monthly income for rent.

For applications please call 250-365-2667 or 1-800834-7149 or go on-line to www.bchousing.org

OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept.

Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524

Castlegar north 2 Bdrm House, avail April 1st new kitchen, bathroom flooring, windows & doors N/P, N/S, $850/ mth + utilities 250-399-4741 Castlegar North, 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, newly reno, near shopping & schools, Avail April 1st F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, Ref reqd $1200/mth + utilities Call Bob 250-365-9344 OASIS BC very small community, 3bd mobile home available March 16th. $800+util. Non-Smoker. 403220-1066, 403-999-9041 TRAIL, 2bdrm., full basement, garage, nice view. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $850. 250-365-5003

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Castlegar 6-plex plus commercial space for sale Income $5150/mth, Close to Tim Hortons & shopping asking $477,000 Cap rate 9% Call James 250-608-3930

Castlegar DT Storage 10 x 10 & 8 x 20,Call 250-608-3930

Open Houses

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Castlegar 1 Bdrm Unit Sandpiper Motel, $600/mth incl utilities. Avail April 1st Please call 250-365-3333 Castlegar 2 Bdrm Apt 900 sq ft. F/S, D/W, laundry on site, grassed fenced yard one parking stall per apt.

Clean bright and quiet. Ground level N/S, N/P $725/mth + utilities,250-365-5070 leave msg E.TRAIL, 3Bdrm., clean, quiet, responsible adults 40+.

N/S, N/P, Long Term. 250368-9186, 250-364-1669

SELKIRK MANOR CEDAR MANOR 1 & 2 Bedroom Apt Call 250-304-3026 250-365-3034

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ROBSON 2 Bdrm Mobile Home for rent, pay 1 month rent & deposit & get 1 month Refer check required Call 250-304-4862

TRAIL, ONE bdrm. fully furnished Apt. $600/mo. + utilities. N/S. 250-364-5678

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Suites, Lower 2 Bdrm basement suite in Castlegar, very private & spacious, patio, walking distance to DT, furnished Avail immediately, $780/mth utilities incl, 250-365-6895 BLUEBERRY, 1 Bdrm Bsmt suite, Private Entrance Unfurnished, F/S, N/P quiet non smoker, $475/mth + utilities, References please Call 250-365-7550

Suites, Upper Castlegar South, Studio Suite, F/S, Microwave $600 /mth including utilities cable, private side entrance off street parking, ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING OR PET, Call Al at 250-304-5560

Townhouses GLENMERRY TOWNHOUSE 3Bd., newer floor, windows, paint.$880.1-250-551-8807

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RE: Sam Alex Popoff, deceased formerly of Castleview Care Centre 2300 14th Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 4A6

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Cars - Sports & Imports

2002 Nissans, 4cyl 2.5 & 1.8, Altima 187,000km & Sentra, auto & 5 speed, both 4dr and new snow tires. $2,500 & $4,900. 250-442-0122 or 250493-1807. Run and look excellent. Sentra one owner, non smoker, 5 speed. Grand Forks 2005 MAZDA 5, Red, 187,000kms. Loaded. Mounted snows. $7,450. 250-3641940

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Trucks & Vans

1987 Dodge Dakota, reg cab, long box, auto, V6, one owner, 169,000km, very clean, canopy, 2 wheel drive, $1,800/obo.

250-442-0122 or 250-4931807. Grand Forks

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executors named hereunder at 1115 3rd Street, Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 2A1, on or before April 25, 2014, after which date the Executors will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto having regard only to the claims of which the Executors then have notice.

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I mutli-task - constantly.

I need a hug.

I’m successful.

I work hard.

I’m hard on myself sometimes.

I’m a mother.

Enjoy a fun girls night out with Wendy Mesley, anchor of CBC’s The National.

Wendy will be here on Wednesday, April 2 at 6:30 - 10:00 pm at Mary Hall, Selkirk College.

Ticket purchases includes cocktail hors d’oeuvres, a glass of wine or beer. Tickets are $30 until March 7th, then $35 after the 7th. There will be no tickets available at the door.

Available at Nelson Star, Cotton Creek Clothing, Dig Garden Centre & Fashion Foundations in Castlegar!

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The Nelson Star will be donating a portion of ticket sales to the Kootenay Rhythm Dragons boat team!

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While you’re not looking, this is what’s happening to BC’s world renowned recycling program.

Well, lookie here.

One minute you have a perfectly good Blue Box recycling program. The next, something new and rather questionable is being put in its place. And they thought they’d get away with it right under your nose, without telling you or asking your opinion.

That’s definitely not democracy in action.

The BC Government, elected by us to represent our best interests, has decided to offload the costs of recycling to big multi-national corporations. To implement this new plan, they’ve set up an association that doesn’t really seem to hold the environment, local jobs, or the municipalities that run the Blue Box program, close to its heart.

Perhaps that’s why some of our local elected officials are using the word “scam” to describe how the new program is being set up. It’s also perhaps why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to jump on board.

That’s gotta tell you something.

Now it’s your turn to let Premier Christy Clark know what you think. Contact her today to say that dismantling an already-working recycling program to replace it with something that few people think will be as good, is a bad idea.

What’s going on here?

Email Christy Clark at premier@gov.bc.ca or call 250-387-1715. For more info, visit RethinkItBC.ca. #RethinkItBC. This Message is brought to you by: