Castlegar News, May 29, 2014

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Clara’s brush with C’gar A group of supporters was in position on Highway 3A Saturday, May 24 for the sighting of Multi-medal winning Canadian athlete Clara Hughes. The competitor has been decorated in summer and winter Olympic games (cycling and speedskating). Hughes is involved in a 110-day national bicycle trip covering 12,000 km. She’ll visit 95 communities along the way, promoting heightened awareness of mental health issues.

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Rotating walkouts – phase two of job action by B.C. teachers in search of a new contract with the BC Public School Employers Association hit Castlegar with a one day tactic on Tuesday, May 27.

With a number of outstanding points being contended during the labour dispute, particular attention has been focused of late on the issue of teachers’ involvement in extracurricular activities.

Pickets went up along 7th Avenue on Tuesday morning, later to be joined by parents and kids. Similar action was going on across School District No. 20 Kootenay Columbia.

There is no set time frame for phase two according to Kootenay Columbia Teachers Union president Andy Davidoff, who expressed bewilderment on behalf of himself and his colleagues in regard to the “partial lockout’ situation as described by the employer.

“We’re waiting for the Labour Relations Board to clarify what their ‘partial lockout’ means,” said Davidoff by phone on May 27.

For its part, the BCPSEA, on its website (www.bcpsea.bc.ca) has included a Q & A section on job action issues, where it asserts: “Teachers are welcome to continue their involvement with any extracurricular or volunteer activities of their choice. Nothing in the lockout order prevents any continued or Continues on Page 2

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new involvement with such activities.”

“When they brought this in it just caused massive chaos,” lamented Davidoff. “I think their intent was that, ‘Okay, we’re going to shorten the day that you should, or can be at school by 45 minutes before school and after instructional time. And we’re going to lock you out at lunch time so we don’t want you doing regular work at lunchtime.

I think they believe that justified a 10 per cent reduction of our pay.”

Posed on the BCPSEA website is the question: “Are teachers prevented from being on school property earlier than 45 minutes before the start of the school day or later than 45 minutes after the end of the school day?

“NO. Teachers are welcome to be on school property at any time for the purpose of sup-

porting student extracurricular programs or other volunteer activities. The 45 minute limitation applies to teacher attendance for the purpose of paid work at a school or district site.”

Davidoff feels the employer (government) is seeing some unexpected results to its actions, including, “… the cancellation of almost everything. The superintendent of our district cancelled the track meet, tomorrow and Thursday here.”

As mentioned, there is no set time limit for the duration of phase two. Phase three, should it come to that, was addressed by the KCTU president.

“Full withdrawal of services, not on a rotating basis at all,” he stated. “Before that happens there has to be a provincial vote. If teachers decide we need to escalate to stage three, that’s what will happen.”

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Bodies recovered from Slocan Lake Staff writer Nelson Star

The bodies of the three males who perished in Slocan Lake on May 10 were successfully recovered today (May 28).

The recovery efforts involved Ralston and Associates, Arrow Lakes Search and Rescue plus the RCMP dive team. The BC Coroners Department has now assumed control of the investigation.

As noted the bodies were located in approximately 500 feet of water. According to a police press release, the “good

weather this morning made recovery efforts much easier than anticipated.” The families of the youth have all been advised of their recovery.

The three local youths went missing after a canoe accident on Slocan Lake 18 days ago.

Jule Wiltshire-Padfield, 15, Hayden Kyle, 21, and Skye Donnet, 18, had been missing since their canoe capsized in Bigelow Bay as they were en route from New Denver to Rosebery. Lily Harmer-Taylor, 19, was pulled from the canoe but died in hospital.

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WorksafeBC – Workers’ Compensation Board of B.C. hereby gives notice of proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (BC Reg. 296/97, as amended)

The proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (“OHSR”) being taken to public hearings pertain to the following items: • General Conditions, section 4.1.1 Snow avalanche assessment – Resolve the implementation issues with the avalanche risk assessment regulations • General Conditions, section 4.69 Emergency lighting – Update the reference to the BC Fire Code

Public Hearings You are invited to provide feedback on the proposed regulatory amendments. Your views may be presented orally at the public hearings and/or submitted in writing. Please register if you wish to make an oral presentation at the public hearings by telephoning 604.232.7744 or toll free in B.C. 1.866.614.7744 prior to the hearing.

• Chemical Agents and Biological Agents, sections 5.3 Application and 5.27 ignition – Update references to repealed Acts

Information on the proposed amendments and the public hearings, including details of registration/participation procedures, are on WorkSafeBC’s website at worksafebc.com/2014publichearings

• Tools, Machinery and Equipment, new sections – Adopt ANSI standard and add requirements for the safe use of roll on/roll off containers

Public Hearing Details

• Ladders, Scaffolds and Temporary Work Platforms, section 13.32 Work in high risk situations – Update the reference to CSA Standard Z271

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• Ladders, Scaffolds and Temporary Work Platforms, section 13.5 Position and Stability – Review the safe positioning and stability requirements of portable ladders • Construction, Excavation and Demolition, section 20.26 Inspections – Clarify when a professional engineer must inspect and certify a gang form

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A concerned Castlegar resident is one of a handful of people who were present during a dangerous and traumatic incident at Millennium Park on May 19.

Events described in a letter to the Castlegar News were basically confirmed later by Castlegar RCMP Corporal Debbie Postnikoff.

The episode relates to an attack by a pit bull terrier on a lab cross dog being walked by three youngsters aged five to 13. It drives home the point that dog behaviour is often unpredictable, and that the City of Castlegar has a bylaw requiring that pit bulls be muzzled when in public. Painful injuries were suffered during a violent interlude in an otherwise placid scene.

A leashed pit bull apparently bolted from it’s handler, attacking the lab-type dog and fixing its bite on a front paw. A couple of adults on the scene tried unsuccessfully to separate the dogs before 911 was called. Police arrived at the scene shortly before the pit bull ‘released’ and was secured in a vehicle.

The young teenager walking the lab had received a bite to the leg during the melee. Another person was bitten on the hand although it was not clear which dog(s) had inflicted which bites.

Corporal Postnikoff said an official report on the incident had not been released.

“We didn’t put a release out because of the conflicting stories,” said the Corporal on May 26.

“Animal protection got involved and they did issue a ticket to the pit bull owner, it’s a municipal bylaw, for $150. This dog is from out in the Valley so they wouldn’t have known to muzzle pit bulls while you’re in the Castlegar area.”

The letter writer, Chris Talbot, pointed to the ease with which the pit bull had broken free from it’s caretaker, suggestion a revised bylaw requiring dogs over a certain weight, maybe 40 pounds, to be subject to muzzling.

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• Construction, Excavation and Demolition, section 20.112 Hazardous materials – Clarify the responsibilities of employers, owners and qualified persons for the safe containment or removal of hazardous materials • Diving, Fishing and Other Marine Operations, section 24.40 Minimum crew – Clarify the conditions that must be met for a surface supply diver to serve as a standby in the water • Forestry Operations and Similar Activities, section 26.65 Bullboards – Add new construction, inspection, removal and return to service requirements • Agriculture, section 28.12 Biohazards exception – Remove an obsolete provision • Rope access, new Part 34 – Ensure comprehensive requirements The proposed Respirable Crystalline Silica (“RCS”) regulation will not proceed to the 2014 public hearing. It is intended that WorkSafeBC will work with industry stakeholders to develop acceptable compliance tools, and that the proposed RCS regulation will be introduced at the next scheduled public hearing.

Written Submissions The deadline for receipt of written submissions is 4:30 pm on Friday, July 11, 2014. Written submissions can be made online or via e-mail, fax, mail, or delivered at the public hearings during the session times.

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JIM SINCLAIR Castlegar News Editor

A report to Castlegar City Council pertaining to cultural and civic pride was delivered on May 8 by director of corporate services Carolyn Rempel. The subject was the renewal of cultural agreements between the City and three local societies and it received council approval at the meeting of May 20.

The report outlines how the civic contribution toward the operation of the Kootenay Gallery of Art, The Doukhobor Discovery Centre and the Castlegar and District Heritage Society (Museum) had been recommended to rise to $41,400 for the term of January 1, 2014 to October 31, 2016.

The amount compares with $40,800 for the 2011-2013 fourway agreement.

The funding continuation reflects in hard terms the City’s opinion of the contributions made by the groups, a demonstration not lost on the groups involved.

“It’s a huge help for us because all of the organizations are in aging buildings,” stated Val Field, executive director of the Kootenay Gallery of Art. “It really helps with maintaining them, keeping them in good shape.

“It’s very important funding to us, and we really appreciate the support, and that they recognize the value of all the cultural organizations. We’re really lucky to have such a proactive municipal government.”

Lisa Poznikoff, Administrator at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, says there are definite plans for the funds headed toward the centre.

“We need to put an HVAC system into our main building,” she related on May 23. “We’ll probably use that to help fund that project.”

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“It will dry out the basement so we can properly artifacts. It’s a typical damp, musty basement.”

Deb McIntosh of the Castlegar and District Heritage Society was equally as appreciative of the financial backing.

“We’re extremely grateful that the City of Castlegar sees the importance of arts, culture and heritage in the area, 250-352-5331 “said McIntosh, “and supports it so wholeheartedly.

“Right now what we’re focusing on is doing some struc- May 30th - Kenny Blues Boss Wayne Early show DJ Soup FREE Late show tural stuff. We’ve got to get the deck replaced, there are some gardening ties that need to be redone, so that’s where the May 31st - Dirt Floor with guests capital money will be going. A long-term project we have to June 6th - Cass Rhapsody look at is doing the upper, outside floor of the museum. The June 7th - VS. w/ Lyndi Lush, Teague, Digs, stucco needs to be redone.

Yan Zombie & Zes Nomis “It’ll be nice to get that done, to give it a nice, fresh look… June 12th -Just for Cats Film Fest Afterparty and bring more people in.”

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June 30th - Scarlet Rose Burlesque “We all know the museums (Doukhobor and downtown) July 5th - Wood N Soo are huge parts of history in this area,” said councillor Dan July 12th - Tantrum Desire Rye on May 26, “so they’ve got to stay there, obviously. Arts and culture are playing a big part in our community, you July 17th - The Good Ol’ Goats can see that with (Castlegar) Sculpturewalk and Artwalk… July 22nd - Charlie Hunter w/ Scott Amendola & DJ Olive huge events that attract a lot of people into the area. I just facebook.com/spiritbarevents feel that in the future we should continue to support those types of ventures.”

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Editorial

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

Negotiations can leave deep scars

No one should be surprised that everyone doesn’t get all they want, all the time. Outright dictatorships notwithstanding, getting along in society is all about compromise.

That being clear, it is still the task of the bargainer to get all they can whether at a weekend garage sale or an automotive dealership.

Contract talks between employers and unions have a lot of built-in tension as so much is at stake. Thousands of workers, millions of dollars may be involved as multiyear deals are hammered out over the bargaing table, ideally, anyway. Some negotiations may reach an impasse and never come to fruition. Some groups may even dissolve or disband as a result of unproductive bargaining.

There have been mutiple contracts negotiated between teachers and the B.C. government over the past decades. As in many other cases the intensity is cranked up as each side appeals for public support.

Children and their parents or guardians are the unwilling role players each time a contract comes up for renewal, and as always, each side assures us these citizens are a major component in their bargaining efforts.

An unfortunate and unavoidable sidebar in the scenario is what may linger long after the settlement has been reached... something not easily undone. It’s the resentment over things said and done in the heat of the moment that can taint performance and productivity on both sides of the labour-management chasm.

A negotiated settlement between teachers and their employers, would obviously be in everyone’s best interest, and the sooner the better. A legislated end to the impasse, as in past instances, would simply keep hard feelings hot, ready to boil over at a later date.

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Sixty Years of Service This winter, Rotarians from around District 5080 gathered to pay tribute to long-time Rotarian, Jim Lamont.

He has put in a lifetime of service to Rotarian initiatives, and yet in his 80s he is still going strong. There’s hardly a local or District event that Jim and his wife Inga aren’t involved with in some way.

Jim tells everyone that he never sought out Rotary. He was asked to join the new club that was being formed in Castlegar in 1954. Jim had just gone into business with his own garage when a Rotarian from Trail stopped in to see him. Jim was hoping he stopped to get gasoline, but the fellow simply commanded Jim to get to the formative meeting.

So Jim went to the meeting and became a charter member of the first Castlegar Rotary Club. Sixty years later he is still a Rotarian, although he has switched to the Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club. He was a charter member of the Sunrise Club when it formed in 1999-2000. His service has included 44 years to the original club, 14 years to the new club, and two years at the University Rotary Club in Victoria during 1988-90.

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ry-teller because of the detail and humour he adds to a story.

He often tells of how he and fellow Rotarian, Ron Ross, attended a Rotary meeting in Martinique in the Caribbean.

They found the hotel and took the clinking and clanking elevator to the hotel’s fifth floor and arrived at 12:15, the starting time for the Rotary meeting. About 12:30 another Rotarian arrived to do a make-up as well.

He turned out to be a Rotarian from Campbell River. No one else appeared.

All the tables were set, glasses were filled with ice water, and a circle of flags was ready at the head table. In the corner was a bar with a sign that said “Help yourselves.” So Jim and Ron poured themselves a rum punch from a large pitcher and waited for the local Rotarians to show up. At 1:00 they all appeared. Apparently, they were always that late in starting their meetings.

Jim and Ron paid $24 each for their barbecued chicken dinner, but the beauty of it was that the drinks kept coming. They had French champagne to toast their attendance at the meeting. That was followed by excellent white and red wine. After lunch, firstrate brandy was the order of the day,

and with the help of translators, Jim and Ron chatted with their hosts for most of the afternoon.

At 4:30, they realized they had a ship to catch, and fairly inebriated, they wound their way through the town and just beat the gangplank being raised.

The highlight of his Rotary career as far as he can pin it down was leading the Group Study Exchange to Norway in 1983. On that trip, he realized that doors opened to him that would not be possible without Rotary. In Bergen, he met the Crown Prince of Norway before he became King.

Jim and his group had the privilege of visiting the summer home of the legendary Norwegian composer, Edvard Grieg. Jim remembers how awesome it felt to sit in one of Grieg’s favourite chairs.

A close second in terms of highlights was the time Jim spent on Ambassadorial scholarships within District 5080.

He loved the interviews with some of the brightest students available in the District.

What is not as well-known is that Jim has spent 57 years as a Mason, and he and his wife Inga have served as Red Cross disaster volunteers for over 25 years.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Looking for rainbow reversion Did those people who persuaded the City to make the rainbow crosswalk ever think of those who (and there are many of them) do not agree to the symbolism of the crossing? It was a waste of taxpayers’ money, dollars that could have been spent on needed projects like pothole repairs, traffic cameras, etc. The council should get its priorities right.

I will not, until the rainbow crosswalk is redone as a normal crossing, do any shopping downtown.

John Gibson, Castlegar

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Feeling job action effects Editor: Hello, my name is Sidney Stratton, I’m 14 years-old and in grade nine at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. Since the strike has began at our school we have been faced with many problems.

The strike has stuff to do with us but the only way we can be informed about it is by the news. Most of the people in my school are very not pleased about this because it seriously effects us majorly! Our school sports have been temporarily put to a stop because some of our coaches are not allowed to coach us because they’re teachers. We are also finding that the kids who seriously need help with homework or classwork at lunch or in the mornings or after school can’t seem to get it. We think it is affecting us. So this Friday the kids in our school will be walking out. We know this doesn’t effect you but we were told to inform sorts of media.

Thank you so much for reading this email.

Sidney Stratton, Castlegar

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Upcoming

MAY - 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 a.m. – floor curling; 10 a.m.

(May 21)-Raspberry Hi-Coffee; 7 p.m.–Rummoli.

Thursday 9:30 a.m. – floor curling; 1 p.m. bingo (not May 1); 2 p.m. (May 1) Gen. Meeting; 2 p.m. (May 15) tea dance.

Friday 10 a.m.–Qi Gong.

Open weekdays 9-4 p.m. for coffee.

Thursday, May 29, 2014 Castlegar News 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.

MAY 31: Second annual Castlegar Hospice Society Garage Sale will be held at Mountain Transport Institute – 2181 - 6th Ave (beside the fire hall). Donations gratefully accepted at the MTI trailer parked in the lot of Sandman Inn, Castlegar on May 3,10,17,24. Volunteers will be onsite from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For further information please contact Gwen at 250-693-2220.

June 1: Join Castlegar’s Twin

Rivers Chorale at the Old Castle Theatre, under the direction of Christina Nolan. Enjoy jazz standards, Broadway hits, spirituals, doo-wop, and contemporary pieces in four-part harmony from starting at 2 p.m. 185 Columbia Ave. Suggested donation $5. For more info contact Marnie 250-304-3564.

www.integratire.com 1507 Columbia Ave, Castlegar 250-365-2955

8 p.m. – presentation by CBC’s outdoors guy Dave Quinn. june 7: West Kootenay zone fun

golf. Tee-off at 11 a.m. Please call Castlegar Robson Legion at 250-365-7017 or email rcl170@ telus.net to register. Deadline May 29.

june 9: The anticipated re-opening date for the Castlegar Hospital Auxiliary Treasure Shop.

Hours of operation: Monday thru Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please keep informed of the Treasure Shop activities via the website www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org Starting On June 11:

1995 Columbia Ave Trail 250-364-1208

gardeners. Admission by donation. Brochures available locally or by email. Information: Nora Jukes 250.365.6753 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

Ongoing heads-up peony lovers: Next

year Castlegar will host a BC Peony Show with the blessing of the Canadian Peony Society.

The dates are June 27-28, 2015.

For info call your local Communities in Bloom – 250-3657227.

Saturdays – TFN

Castlegar Farmers’ Market at the Station Museum. Call Deb

2404 Columbia Ave, Castlegar – held tfn at CCF, 1801 Connors Rd. Call Donna at 250-304-2929.

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 p.m.

Wednesday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 -1:30 Friday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 – 1:30 Coffee and baked goodies from 10 a.m. on! Located in the basement of St. David’s Anglican Church 614 Christina Place, 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

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UNTIL May 31: Young Visions 2014 will be held at the Kootenay Gallery. The Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10-5pm. For more information contact the Gallery at 365-3337 or visit www.kootenaygallery.com

May 29: (New Date): Family Care-

giver Series conducted by the Alzheimer Society of BC. The three part series will help people understand dementia; communication and behaviour; future planning and self-care for caregivers. Sessions run 7-8:30 p.m. at Castlegar Health Centre, 707 10th St. (side entrance).

There is no cost but registration is required. Call 1-855-3016742 or email jleffelaar@alzheimerbc.org

May 29: Spring Revival Meet-

ing at Castlegar Baptist Church with Evangelist Bill Smith. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. - Monday - Thursday 7 p.m.

May 29: Parents/caregivers of

pre-school children, join us for the Ready, Set, Learn Event at your local school, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the following locations: •TR/Castlegar Primary Campus.

Simon Laurie 250-365-1585

Val Koochin 250-365-1846

Matt McCarthy 250-304-4831

James Kereiff 250-304-7828

toll free: 877.365.2169 | 250.365.2166 |

Until June 2: Do you know a Champion for Literacy? A champion for literacy is anyone who has made a contribution to literacy in Castlegar and area, including, individuals, groups or organizations.

Nomination at the Castlegar & District Public Library or at www. cbal.org/castlegar. Deadline for nominations is June 2. For more info call Alana at 250-304-6862.

June 6-7: Gigantic Sunfest Book

sale, hosted by Friends of the Castlegar Library. Come in for a great selection of adult and children’s books and magazines.

Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Proceeds to support lower basement renovation.

Info : 250-365-6611

June 7 – 2014 Castlegar Area Spring Bird Count. To take part, either in counting from your home or birding an assigned area, please contact Peter McIver at 250-3651191.

June 7: Orienteering event at

Selkirk College. 2-3 p.m. outside the main gymnasium entrance. Beginner and intermediate courses offered. No fee.

june 7: Kootenay Mountain-

eering Club 50th Anniversary event. Old Castle Theatre on Columbia Ave.

Please send community calendar items to newsroom@castlegarnews.com

Carmen Harris 250-365-1520

Phil Poznekoff 250-365-4679

Charissa Hackett 250-304-4373

Chad Williams 250-304-5241

Pat Klohn 250-365-1731

Larry Peitzsche 250-608-3017

Tammy Peitzsche Connor McCarthy 250-365-9640 250-304-4781

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Castlegar Concerts in the Park. All shows start, 7 p.m. at Kinnarid Park June 11 – Trail Maple Leaf Band June 18 – Trail Pipe Band June 25 – Twin Rivers Chorale July 2 – Besse Wapp & Friends July 9 – That Girl and Earl July 16 – Dawn Graham Inspirations July 23 – Melody Diachun & Jazz Combo July 30- Sunshine Drive Aug. 3 - Clinton Swanson Quartet Aug. 10- Mountain Station Band Aug. 17 – Ray Boulaine Band Aug. 23 – Motes & Oates june 12: Community Founda-

tion of Castlegar & District Annual General Meeting – 6 p.m. at Castlegar Chamber of Commerce Board room, 1995 6th Ave. Coffee and donuts provided. Everyone welcome.

June 22: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13th Annual Castlegar & Area Garden Tour. As you meander down the garden path, let your imagination run wild . . . inspire, engage, flourish. Gardening Beyond Borders celebrates the diversity of gardens and

at 365-6440 to book a spot.

Bring your own tent, tables and chair. Spots are only $5.

The treasure shop: has summer clothing for the entire family. Surprise sales, table and chairs and a retro chest of drawers are also featured. Visit or website www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org Selkirk WeaVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD meets the third Wednesday of each month, 10-noon followed by bag lunch and show & tell.

Anyone new to the craft or to the area is welcome at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, across from the airport. 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. For more info call Alana at 304-6862.

Robson Flea Market Sundays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Breakfast offered until food runs out (usually about Noon). Wide variety including collectibles, homebaked goodies, jams, crafted items, household goods. Loonie table has some great bargains. Tables are $5 each, please call Kathy (250) 365-3796 to book.

The “Bridge,” – Do you have questions? Join us for music, discussion, refreshments; 1st Tues. ea. month, 7 p.m, Kinnaird Church of God,

Marnie Pettit 250-304-3564

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on any of these days at St David’s Church – 250-608-2227.

ALPHA COURSE: The Alpha Course is being offered at Kinnaird Park Community Church, Thursdays at 6-8 p.m. starting April 24. All are welcome.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TREASURE SHOP is open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Accepting donations on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Phone: 250-365-7317. www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org

The kinnaird Church of God: Located at 2404 Columbia Ave. will hold all services (Sundays at 10 a.m. and first Tuesdays at 7 p.m.) at the Castlegar Christian Fellowship Building at 1821 Connors Road for the next several months.

free hot meal at the sharing dinner pot at Cadet Hall, 8th Ave, Castlegar (2 blocks from library) Tues. at noon.

All About Breastfeeding informative support group for breastfeeding moms. Neighbourhood House in Castlegar, Tues. 10:30noon More info: 250-365-3662, www.kootenayfamilyplace.org

tops group meets every wednesday 8:30-10 a.m. Kinnaird Hall, 2320 Columbia Ave. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy, lose weight. Monthly fee $10. More info call 365-7956.

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CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

AGM will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 7:00 pm in the Education Room at the Castlegar & District Community Health Centre 709 – 10th Street, Castlegar.

ALL RESIDENTS OF CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT ARE WELCOME!

With Superintendent Greg Luterbach manning the laptop, Chris Gibson (L) and Derek Prior address SD trustees at May 26 meeting.

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School board hears ‘hike’ summary JIM SINCLAIR Castlegar News Editor

Aside from a mention that no disruption is expected with grad ceremonies, there was no discussion on current teachers’ contract negotiations at the board meeting of School District No. 20 on Monday night.

The regular open meeting held at Stanley Humphries Secondary in Castlegar opened with an in-depth presentation by a couple of men representing the growing Take A Hike program.

The program is supported by the Take A Hike Youth at Risk Foundation, established in 2000.

“In partnership with the Vancouver School Board, the Foundation provides the resources and funding for programs operations, therapists and outdoor activities,” so it is stated on the outfit’s website: www.takeahikefoundation.org The Foundation has raised over $3 million in support of BC at-risk youth.

Therapist Chris Gibson provided an overview of the program along with Take A Hike spokesperson Derek Prior, and the overall theme was one of resounding success.

In basic terms, the program invites certain students who may have struggled with, or even dropped out of school, and heads for the hills with them. There are one-day and multi-day ad2.833 5” outdoors. ventures based on and inxthe

Launch a career in beauty & cosmetics become a professional esthetician Focussing on professionalism, ethical conduct and customer service excellence this program includes: • Hands-on training in our salon with local clients • Cosmetic chemistry treatments, personal hygiene, grooming and proper safety procedures • Graduates write the Beauty Council of BC Beauty Culture License examination • Graduates work in: Day spas, Beauty salons, Department stores, Drug stores, Cruise ships, Resorts, Cosmetic firms and more...

Register today for September entry!

Phone 1.866.301.6601 or visit selkirk/esthetics

The theme is survival, teamwork, fun and responsibility.

Community building is also key, as a list of public service efforts are completed as well.

“The Take a Hike West Kootenay program has made great strides in establishing community impact in the region,” outlines program literature. “Since launching in September 2013, the students and staff have given numerous service hours labouring on the Paydirt Trail at Red Mountain, working on food gardens at the Blueberry Creek Community School, picking apples in support of Bear Aware BC, and sorting donations at the Salvation Army Thrift Store.”

The Take A Hike model draws rave reviews from it’s alumni.

“I would have been a drop-out like my mom if it wasn’t for this program,” said one 15 yearold boy.

Other comments include: • “I’ve come out of my shell. You’ve changed my life.”

• “My patience has gotten way better. I need you guys to help me with my anger.”

• “This year has been all about managing my anger and core emotions.”

Board members were unanimous in their appreciation of the Take A Hike program, and in their gratitude for the delegation who presented the overview.

Thinking of a Career Change?

Due to the recent growth, our Trail Branch is looking for a Junior Auto Customer Service Representative.

Preference will be given to those candidates that possess a level 1 Insurance Brokers Licence; however, we are willing to train the right applicant.

The right candidate will posses the following skills: • Excellent Customer Focused Attitude • Experience in Customer Service or Office Administration • Reliable Transportation & Drivers Licence ( Possible Mobile Road Service to Local Auto Dealers) • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel • Excellent Oral and Written skills RHC Insurance Brokers have been in business for over 100 years in the West Kootenay Region. Through our 8 locations we provide a full range of Insurance Brokerage Services. For more details please visit our web site at www.rhcinsurance.com.

RHC Insurance Brokers offers a competitive Salary and Employee Benefits package. Please deliver your resume in person to: Lisa Deschamps 1331 Bay Avenue, Trail BC Email: ldeschamps@rhcinsurance.com

TICKETS AT THISTLE POT GIFTS - GRAND FORKS

MON JUNE 16 AT 7PM CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT REC COMPLEX TICKETS AT PHARMASAVE - CASTLEGAR

OR CALL - 1-855-726-8896 FOR TICKETS & INFO

Building a Healthy Community Castlegar Recreation Complex 2101 - 6th Avenue, Castlegar, BC 250-365-3386 Public Swim at the Castlegar Community Complex Mon/Wed/Fri

6:30-9:00am

Early Bird

Mon/Wed

1:30-4:00pm & 7:30-9:00pm

Public Swim

Tues/Thurs

2:00-4:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm

Public Swim

Friday

10:00-8:30pm

Public Swim

Saturday

1:00-6:00pm

Public Swim

Sunday

1:00-6:00pm

Public Swim

Sunfest Toonie Swim Sunday June 8th - 1:00-3:00pm Castlegar Aquatic Centre

Summer Programs

Registration starts Monday June 2

Red Cross Swim Lessons Session 1 July 7 – 18 (Mon-Fri) Session 2 July 21 – Aug 1 (Mon – Fri) Session 3 Aug 5 – 15 (Tues – Fri) “Summer Cool Camps” • 7 weeks of Fun •Great Instructors • Lots of Fun • Speciality Camps (Cooking; Science, Art, Sports and more) • Subsidies available • $119 for the week 8:30-3:30 daily • Leisure Guides available at the Recreation Office or on line at www.rdck.ca

Community News

Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations.

Closing Date: June 11, 2014 for all applications

SAT JUNE 14 AT 7PM GRAND FORKS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Sunfest June 6, 7, 8 Parade entries available at the Castlegar Recreation Department “Parade, Entertainment, Venders, Toonie Swim; Fireworks, and Much more!

We would like to thank all the candidates that apply; however, we will only contact those who will receive an interview.

selkirk.ca/esthetics

An authentic live tribute to Don Messer’s Jubilee hosted by Canadian Fiddle Champion Scott Woods & Band and featuring Cape Breton Tenor Tommy Leadbeater (as Charlie Chamberlain). Old Time Fiddle Music, Step Dancing, Trick Fiddling, Family Humour and More!

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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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Citizen of the Year announced

The Castlegar chapter of the Knights of Columbus has revealed the name of this year’s Citizen of the Year.

Kris Stanbra is the honoured individual.

The public is invited to the official ceremony, 6:30 p.m. at St. Rita’s Parish Hall, 513 7th Avenue.

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Castlegarian among honourees

B.C. veterans of the Second World War were celebrated at a dinner hosted by Finance Minister Michael de Jong on behalf of the provincial government that marked the 70th anniversary of the D-Day invasion.

B.C. veterans were presented with the Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur, France’s highest honour, by Consul General of France in Vancouver M. Jean-Christophe Fleury, on behalf of the President of France. In recognition of the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the government of France is bestowing the award on up to 390 Canadian veterans, 66 of whom are from B.C. The Province of British Columbia is supporting B.C. veterans who will travel to Normandy, France, to mark the 70th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. British Columbia is contributing $2,000 to each travelling veteran, each with an accompanying person, matching funding provided through a federal program that supports veterans travelling to France for the commemoration.

June 6, 2014, marks 70 years since allied troops landed along 80 kilometres of beaches in Normandy in 1944. Sir Winston Churchill

Mr. Albert Culley (right) was one of six BC veterans receiving the Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur from Jean-Christope Fleury, Consul-General of France in Vancouver last week.

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called Operation Overlord, “Undoubtedly the most complicated and difficult that has ever taken place. It involves tides, wind, waves, visibility, both from the air and the sea standpoint, and the combined employment of land, air and sea forces in the highest degree of intimacy and in contact with conditions which could not x 5” ” and cannot be fully2.833 foreseen.

Children’s Program Saturdays Ages 8-12....10:00am - 11:15am Stay Strong Yoga for older adults Tues and Thurs 8:45am - 10:15am Women’s Group (all levels) Tues and Thurs 10:30am - 12:00pm Yoga Levels I,II,III Tues 6:00pm - 7:30pm & 7:35pm - 9:15pm - or Thurs 4:30pm - 6:00pm & 6:00pm - 7:45pm Yoga for MS Monday 1:30pm - 3:00pm Friday 1:30 - 3:00 In the library. Wheelchair accessible.

(This class is free for members of the MS Society)

NEW Saturday yoga class (all levels) 11:30 - 1:00 pm - Columbia River Studio 815 5th Ave. Castlegar, BC Tel: 250-365-5428 janice@underthesunyoga.ca please visit our website for more info www.underthesunyoga.ca

Become a front line health care worker HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT PROGRAM Our program will support you in developing the confidence, knowledge and skills required to provide safe care and contribute to the physical, emotional, and social well-being of clients in a variety of health care settings. As a graduate, you will be a respected member of the health care team and work under the direction and supervision of a health professional.

Register today for September 2014 entry!

Phone 1.888.953.1133 or visit selkirk/program/hca

selkirk.ca/program/hca

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Chrysalis Registered Massage Therapy Megan Lazaruk, RMT of Chrysalis Registered Massage Therapy is pleased to announce her new location.

Miss Castle gar

My name is Gabrielle Fitchett. I am 15 years-old and enrolled in Stanley Humphries Secondary School. I live with my parents, my brother Damien, my sister Isabel and my dog Jack. I enjoy reading fiction novels. Drawing is also one of my favorite pastimes, but I do like to experiment with other art mediums and styles. I play piano and alto saxophone and am in piano lessons, concert band and jazz band. I joined the Miss Castlegar program to gain new experiences and skills, make new friends and get out in the community. Thank you to my sponsor Speedy Glass.

My name is Lisa Leffelaar. I am a 16-yearold grade 10 student at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. I love to spend time playing sports such as soccer, field hockey and basketball. I enjoy spending time with friends. I am in my final few months of grade 10 Royal Conservatory Piano. I have had the privilege of living in China and Mexico for a year each and Ecuador for 6 months. These were amazing experiences.

I joined the Miss Castlegar program because I believe it will be very helpful in my future and will be a fun experience. Thanks to the Selkirk Lions Club for their sponsorship.

My name is Jessica Auger. I am 15 and currently enrolled in grade 10 at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. I’ve lived in Castlegar all my life and have one older brother Diego and one younger brother Dakota. I enjoy singing, dancing and acting and have been doing so since I was very young. My dream is to achieve a higher education in the performing arts industry. I joined Miss Castlegar because it is an amazing and very fun learning experience and I hope to be able to take the memories and experiences with me into my future. Thank you to Kootenay Smile Studio for sponsoring me.

My name is Tayler Wolinski. I am 16 and currently enrolled in grade 10 at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. I live part time with my mom and part time with my dad. I have two brothers, Link and Mace and two sisters, Shelby and Katelyn. I enjoy reading, dancing, playing fast pitch and I like to be outdoors in the summer. I joined the Miss Castlegar program because I believe it will be a good learning experience and will give me amazing memories. Thanks so much to my sponsor, Sun Life Financial.

I am Morgyn Kennadi Ahlefeld. I am a 15 year old teenager enrolled in grade 10 at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. When I don’t have my nose in a book, I enjoy listening to music, spending time with friends and dancing. I have been dancing since I was 2 years old. My favorite subjects are math and science. I work part time as a cashier at Canadian Tire. I would like to become a school psychologist to help out teenagers in need. I would like to thank my sponsor, Canadian Tire, and all those that have supported me during this great experience.

I am Claudia Pether. I am 16 years old and currently enrolled at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. I live in Brilliant with my mom, step dad, and younger brother. I enjoy horseback riding, drawing and occasionally snowboarding. My favorite course that I’m taking in school is art. I hope to be a veterinarian, animal trainer or professional artist when I’m older. I am so excited to be a candidate for Miss Castlegar. It is a great experience. I’d like to thank my sponsor, the Royal Canadian Legion and wish all of the candidates good luck.

My name is Sarah Elliott. I was born in Nanaimo and moved to Castlegar when I was 2. I live with both of my parents, my older sister, and two beautiful dogs. Some activities I enjoy are playing Royal Conservatory Piano and participating on the school junior basketball team. I am currently enrolled in grade 10 at Stanley Humphries Secondary School and I work part time at M&M Meats. I want to pursue a career in aviation and hopefully one day become a pilot. I have attended many youth programs that have taught me leadership, conflict resolution and culture. My Miss Castlegar experience has taught me many lessons that I can take into my future. Thank you to West’s Fashions for being my sponsor.

My name is Alexanderia D’Onofrio. I am 16 years old and I live in Robson with my mom Katina, dad Lucio, sister Kailynn and brother Cale.

I am currently enrolled in the French Immersion program at Stanley Humphries Secondary School.

In my spare time I enjoy playing soccer and volunteering with the Rotary Interact Club. Thank you to the Sunrise (2000) Rotary Club for sponsoring me and good luck to the other candidates.

My name is Samantha Skinner. I am 15 years old and am currently enrolled in the Late French Immersion program at Stanley Humphries. I live with my dad, Scott, mom, Melissa and four siblings, Dominic, Isaac, Matthew and Isabella. I have two pets, Hotdog the cat and Mason the dog. When I’m not curled up with my nose in a book, I can usually be found outside hanging out with friends and family or working on my truck. I am an active volunteer with Operation Christmas Child and Relay For Life. After high school I hope to pursue a career in Nursing, specializing in Pediatrics and Oncology. I am currently employed part time at Castlegar A&W. I would like to thank my sponsor, Krueckl Financial Services Inc. for helping me have this amazing opportunity. Good luck to my fellow candidates!

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A desire for good health mixed with a dash of competitive flair and a shot of goal setting make up a lot of Evan Gyurkovits’ bodybuilding success.

The 23 year-old Castlegarian has recently placed second in his weight class at the Western Canadian Bodybuilding Show held in Kelowna.

“There were over 300 competitors this year,” informed Evan by phone on May 26.

Gyurkovits is accustomed to competing in the middleweight division but he missed that classification at the weigh-in, carrying a little less than half a pound extra on his toned frame.

He competed instead in the light heavyweight division which welcomes those weighing from 176.1 to 198 lbs. The difference did not amount to much, according to Gyurkovits.

“As long as you bring the best package to the stage that you can,” he related, “it shouldn’t matter too much which weight class you’re in.”

About four years into his pursuit of bodybuilding excellence, Gyurkovits can’t imagine giving it up.

“I love it,” he says, “I love to go to the gym every day, eat healthier.”

The routine of a bodybuilding competition is very straightforward. It’s fairly immaterial who else is involved as long as the entrant is well prepared and feeling their best.

“I never really know who I’m going to be up against,” said Evan. “There’s nothing I can do to affect how they’re going to look. I just have to bring the best package that I can bring, and not really worry too much about the other competitors.”

Good showings, as in so many other fields, are rewarded in bodybuilding. With Evan’s second place finish he qualifies for the provincial level, earning him a spot in next summer’s BCs. “Then, if I do really well there I qualify for nationals,” he said.

Climbing the ladder is always an exciting prospect, for instance, a strong presence on the national stage can translate into a progression to the professional ranks and all the potential rewards that come with it.

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ation and it’s something he’s aware of for every waking moment.

Evan is a recent graduate of the Selkirk College nursing program, and has landed a job at the Nakusp emergency facility.

His physical training is ongoing, with no extended down time.

“I kind of go through phases,” he explained.

“I’ll do a couple of months of a certain type of training then I’ll switch it up a bit, just so my body’s not getting too used to anything. I’ll change up the reps, length of rest periods… that kind of thing.”

Evan is in for the long term, and is very happy with the whole scene.

“There’s kind of like, a fitness world, that you get into,” he revealed. “There are all kinds of people you can follow with social media. I’m inspired by a lot of people through that and I think what I’ve done here, competing in Castlegar, I think some people are catching on and may be getting inspired by what I’m doing.”

For Evan Gyurkovits the path he’s chosen is not a tough one to stick with.

“It’s something you never really get away from,” he concluded. “It’s like 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You’re not eating a bunch of fast food all the time. You’re prepping your meals… eating clean… year round.”

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Sculpture Talk Welcome to our regular feature introducing the artists behind the sculptures in this year’s Castlegar SculptureWalk.

Christopher Petersen Mobius (steel)

As he is in his approach to life, Christopher Petersen’s entry this year is simple and unadorned.

Mobius is reflective of the Argenta sculptor’s philosophy and values: straightforward but deep and heartfelt. The elegance of his work lies in the simplicity of the lines he creates.

This was true in 2013, and again it is the same with his entry this year. Last year his ten foot high sculpture was stark and plaintive.

Two distinctly different textures, and tones, of concrete divided the nominally human being that was Standing Figure exactly in half. For this year’s show he offers a work that is even more minimal, all about simple form and shape.

Mobius is a distressed steel ring

reworked with heat. It’s a bright blue rendering of the famous band or strip, a surface with only one side and only one boundary component. It has the mathematical property of being nonorientable. Petersen’s depiction circle that gradually veers off into itself, creating creates a lovely triangular opening within the centre of the piece. It is puzzling when first viewed – where’s the beginning, what’s the end?

“I try to challenge the imagination with simple forms and complex texture,” he says. “It is important to me to move toward the abstract as it leaves room for anything to become everything. Imagination and vision make anything possible.” As he says in the nameplate for Mobius, “as abstraction lends, we find one form within another.”

In 1991, Petersen moved from Vancouver Island to the relative solitude and close-knit camaraderie that is Argenta. The builder of custom designed, heavy timber homes views that as the impetus to his sculpting career.

“In home construction you tend to be working with a lot of straight lines, even when using large timbers” he notes. “I started playing around with the sawed off bits, the leftovers as it were. I was deliberately looking for abstraction, almost as a counterbalance to the day work.”

Graduating from wood ends to

concrete, metal and other materials, Petersen continues to expand his sculpting repertoire, knowledge and technique. He often works in collaboration with fellow Argenta sculptor Spring Shine.

The two bounce ideas off one another and collectively explore form, abstraction and the compatibility of various mediums.

“To me, simplicity and minimalism that allows the viewer to register visually - and then explore mentally and emotionally - is what I strive for in my sculptures.

For the viewer to find much more within themselves through my pieces is the goal.”

The clean, austere lines of Mobius will do exactly that for some. Other viewers might be confounded or underwhelmed

by Petersen’s sculpture. Whether appreciative or dismissive, he is pleased that Mobius is pondered.

“Sculpturewalk lets you put yourself out there, and I’m appreciative of that,” he says smiling. “Exposure is a good thing, good, bad or indifferent.”

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Beetle the Bear (recycled metal) About this time last year, Cedar Mueller was preparing to show her first sculpture here. Sculpturewalk attendees will likely remember Rusty, the big, spirited horse Mueller crafted out of various types of reclaimed metal. Things have changed since then, but Mueller returns with another entry for this year’s Sculpturewalk. In doing so, she’s fulfilling a promise she made at the time.

She and her family have moved from Nelson to Canmore, Alberta and she’s got a number of new sculptures under her belt. Regrettably, she won’t be able to attend this year’s opening event. Her presence will be felt (and seen) in the form of Beetle the Bear, however.

“I remember after I had completed my first two sculptures, both horses, I said I’d make a grizzly bear next,” says the artist and wildlife biologist. “And I did, even though there was a move in the middle of it,

and new work and new art too. It’s been a crazy year!”

A productive year nonetheless, judging by her portfolio. In addition to Beetle the Bear, Mueller now has five of her uniquely assembled metal works to her credit, to say nothing of her numerous paintings. Besides her two artistic loves – horses and grizzly bears – she has assembled a fabulous rendition of an eagle screaming earthward, talons extended. Silverado is named in part after the main contributor, metal-wise, to the piece. So it is with Beetle the Bear also.

Composed primarily of pieces coming from the hood of a Volkswagen, Beetle the Bear displays Mueller’s increasing confidence in her style and intimate familiarity with grizzlies as part of her work studies/observations. She has captured the blunt face and round ears of her subject, to say nothing of the distinctive hump, swayed back and massive haunches that identify the majestic grizzly. And she has done so with style.

Beetle the Bear stands solidly head angled, one paw off the ground and upturned, displaying a freshly caught salmon. Its green jaw and red body are a shock of colour, offsetting the mostly natural rust monochrome that is Beetle the Bear. There are traces of colour throughout though, - thanks to the blue hood of the VW bug - and wonderful use of space. One foreleg is deliberately open, revealing a silvery spiral of metal inside. Aligned and spaced bands of metal are feet, claws are metal hooks. Metal strapping, snippets of rebar and oddsized metal cut-outs emphasize the spaces and give the sculpture its distinctive character.

As Mueller expresses in her nameplate, “Beetle is a combination

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of carefully defined lines, an old rusted VW Beetle, a splash of colour and lots of bear spirit.” Other inspiration comes from “beauty, colour and movement, bright eyes and bold colours and pleasing lines.”

Growing up in the Chilcotin country of central British Columbia, her two favourite subjects were relatively common in the open, horsefriendly landscapes. Now residing in the Rockies rather than the Selkirk mountains, Mueller thrives on being out in the wilderness or at least living in near proximity. Her next innovative horse sculpture, already taking shape in her mind’s eye, is a mild departure though.

“I was at the equestrian events at Spruce Meadows and was introduced to Hibiscus, a German State stud and a magnificent animal, particularly in motion. That’s how I plan to portray him, running in full stride.”

Like Beetle the Bear, the golden eagle Silverado and her growing collection of splendid recycled metal horses, there is little doubt her next effort will again capture the essence of the subject creatively and accurately. Her sculptures are oneof-a-kind depictions of the things she loves artistically, and in real life. www.cedarmueller.com

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October 25, 1957 - May 13, 2014

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It is with great sadness that the family of George Samarodin of Castlegar, B.C, announces his passing on May 13, 2014, in Kelowna General Hospital. George was born on October 25, 1957, in Trail, BC to parents Pete and Vera Samarodin.

July 24, 1936 - May 29, 2013

Dearest Dad, One year ago today you changed our lives forever, and went to a place where there is no sickness or pain.

Reuniting with all your loved ones.

You left behind a void in our lives of an era that cannot be replaced. Your love, knowledge, wisdom and humour are dearly missed.

In his younger years George enjoyed many activities on the family farm, tending cows and chickens, helping grow a huge garden. In his spare time he enjoyed riding bikes, fishing trips and building tree forts. He graduated from Stanley Humphries Secondary School in 1976. George married the love of his life in 1977. The highlights in George’s life was driving a truck and trailer in Vancouver, BC and working at the Line Creek coal project near Elkford, BC. In 1980 George sustained a brain injury after a tragic vehicle accident.

This brought upon many challenges in George’s future life.

George had a passion for cars and truck and loved to drive around. He was proud to be a member of the teamsters union, the USCC and Alcoholics Anonymous and the Brain Injury Association. Funeral services were officiated by Peter Zaytsoff at the Brilliant Cultural Centre followed by interment at the Brilliant Cemetery.

We are truly grateful for the life you gave us.

May you be at peace.

Gone but not forgotten.

All Our Love, always and forever, your daughters, Brenda, Sharon, Shelly and families.

XOXOXOXOX

George was predeceased by his mother in 2009. He is survived by his father Pete and brother Peter and Steve Samarodin. He also leaves behind his nieces Melanie, Elysia, Jessica and Madison Samarodin as well as many cousin’s family and friends. May George’s memories live on with us forever. We will always love you and may God accept you into his Heavenly Kingdom.

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Nastia (Nellie) Rezansoff November 25, 1913 - April 14, 2014

Sadly the family of Nastia Rezansoff, of Krestova, wishes to announce her passing at Talarico Place Care Centre, on Thursday, April 17, 2014, blessed with 100 years of life.

Nastia was born in Glade on November 25, 1913 to parents Misha and Marfoonya Denisoff. She was the oldest of four children and learned at an early age, living a communal life-style, that everybody worked hard, shared food and prayed together. Nastia had a nice voice and enjoyed singing and memorized many psalms and hymns.

In 1931, Nastia married Peter William Rezansoff. The young couple started their married life in Krestova and were blessed with five children. The family also lived on Vancouver Island for six years and in the Lower mainland for five years, before returning to the Kootenays. Nastia was an avid gardener, an excellent cook, a great seamstress and a devoted homemaker. After the loss of her beloved husband Peter, she lived at home until the age of 93 when she was moved to Talarico Place Care Centre. Nastia fit right in with her new friends and enjoyed helping others through song and prayer.

Last year, with over 80 of her immediate family, she celebrated her 100th birthday with a great amount of zest.

Nastia was predeceased by her beloved husband Peter, her sisters Polly Kalodinin and Grace Kinakin and her grandson Johnny Voykin.

Left to mourn her loss are her daughters Vera Podmoroff, Ann (Bill) Voykin and Katie (Harry) Podmorow; her sons Peter (Elsie) and Walter (Winnie); 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; her brother Mike Denisoff; numerous nieces and nephews and friends from Talarico Place.

Funeral arrangements were in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel.

Funeral services were officiated by Fred Makortoff at the Krestova Community Hall on April 22, 2014 followed by interment in the Krestova Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at Talarico Place Care Centre, who provided Nellie with such loving care through all the years she was with them, to Dr. Merritt, for his devoted attention that went beyond his professional requirements, to family, to friends, to the psalm singers, to the cooks for preparing the meal, to the grave-diggers, to all those who attended the service and to Castlegar Funeral Chapel for their services.

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Donations in George’s memory may be made to the Alcoholics Anonymous group or the West Kootenay Brain Injury Association.

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the thing I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

Katie Laktin December 25, 1948 - May 10, 2014

Sadly and with heavy hearts the family of Katie Laktin of Castlegar wishes to announce her passing at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital, with her family by her side, on Saturday, May 10, 2014 blessed with 65 years of life.

Katie was born in Nelson on December 25, 1948, a Christmas baby, to parents Polly and Tim Ribalkin. In Perry’s Siding, she started school and enjoyed a country life-style. At age 7, Katie was taken to New Denver and for the next 1½ years lived in a dormitory.

After her release the family left for the coast, settling in Agassiz, where Katie got most of her education. When she was in grade 11 the family moved to Vancouver and Katie worked in a clothing factory and in a factory building ship to shore radios. After the family moved to Grand Forks, she worked at the Sunshine Valley Co-op and while visiting her sister in Nelson, Katie met the love of her life, Jim Laktin and on June 3, 1972 they were married.

The young couple started their married life in Cranbrook, where Katie worked for BC Tel as a telephone operator and two years later they moved to Shoreacres. They were blessed with 3 sons. The family then built a home in the Voykin sub-division where they lived for 25 years. After her children went to school, she opened and operated a day care for 9 years and after closing it, she went to work at Brent Kennedy Day Care Centre. Katie loved kids and her whole life centered on taking care of her own children and all others that came her way. She was also a long time member of the Doukhobour Cultural Association. In 2001, Katie and Jim sold their house and moved to the Okanagan and then to Squamish for 8 years. They moved back to the Kootenays and Katie started helping her son Jamie’s fruit stand business by cooking Doukhobour food for him to sell. She has four grandchildren and was extremely proud of them and dedicated her life to her family. Katie devoted much of her time to her sons’ sport activities and she liked to travel and also be on their houseboat on the water.

Katie was predeceased by her sister Nina Hoodikoff, her mother and her brother-in-law Harry Plotnikoff.

Left to deeply mourn her loss is her loving husband of 42 years Jim; her son Jamie and granddaughter Niya, her son Theo (Kim) and their triplets Polly, Marley and Thea and her son Michael; her father Tim; her sisters Naida (Peter) Nazaroff, Winnie Plotnikoff and Marge (Harry) Bojey; a large extended family and a huge circle of friends.

Funeral services were officiated by Fred Makortoff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Friday, May 16, 2014 followed by cremation and a Celebration of Life was held at the family home on Saturday, May 17, 2014 “MAY SHE REST IN PEACE IN GOD’S HEAVENLY KINGDOM.” The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the loving, compassionate and professional care given to Katie by Dr. Lesperance, the staff at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital the BC Ambulance Medevac teams and all of the Specialists and professional staff at the Vancouver General Hospital and at the BC Cancer Clinic.

They would also like to thank Bill Strilaeff of Castlegar Funeral Chapel for his caring and professional services, Fred Makortoff for officiating the service as well as the huge number of family and friends for all their love, help, food and emotional support.

Donations in Katie’s Memory may be made to BC Children’s Hospital, 4480 Oak Street, Vancouver BC V6H 3V4.

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JOB POSTING REGULAR FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST The City of Castlegar is seeking a regular full-time receptionist. The hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with one hour for lunch.

Summary of Position: Operates the central telephone and radio systems. Provides advice and assistance to the general public. Sorts and counts money. Processes outgoing mail. Prepares correspondence and reports. Purchases and maintains office supplies. Assists with the records management systems. Prepares correspondence, memorandums and reports for various departments as needed.

Further particulars of job responsibilities may be obtained by viewing a copy of the position description at City Hall, or on the City’s web-site at www.castlegar.ca Essential Qualifications: x Applied Business Technology Certificate or equivalent x Completion of Grade 12 x BC Drivers License Class 5 x Good knowledge of office procedures, business English, keyboarding and computerized office applications. x Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff, outside agencies and members of the public. Good interpersonal skills.

Desirable Qualifications: x Previous municipal clerical experience.

This is a union position reporting to the Director of Corporate Services. The salary is $26.63 per hour (March 1, 2012) for a 35 hour work week.

Applications from qualified candidates should be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 13, 2014 to: Personnel Officer City of Castlegar 460 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1G7 FAX: 365-4810 PHONE: 365-7227 E-mail: stassone@castlegar.ca Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information collected will be utilized solely for the selection of candidates.

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We are seeking an exceedingly motivated, confident manager with strong initiative and the ability to work independently to oversee our excellent health care team, staff education, scheduling, marketing activities, financial tracking, inventory control and the day-to-day operations of our clinic.

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The Kootenay Society for Community Living seeks casual employees to work in the West Kootenay.

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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.

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Under Repairers Lien Act Due to unpaid indebtedness by Caleb Hurry, Glacier Honda will sell a 1998 Acura 3.5RL, serial # JH4KA9651WC800440 on June 18th 2014 @ 1602 Columbia Avenue Castlegar B.C. unless the unpaid balance of $2313.58 is received.

For information contact Al Sanders c/o Glacier Honda 1602 Columbia Avenue Castlegar B.C. V1N 1H9 250-365-4845

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By Kitty Karnage there in what was the hardest hitting game of the The wheels continue to turn for Castlegar’s season for the Dams to date. The Car Hops came Dam City Rollers – steadily gaining momentum, out on the track super strong, looking for a win building towards their next bout on May 31. in front of their home crowd, but they were deThis match will prove to be the toughest match nied by the Dams who fought hard from the first jam. Thanks to the strength and speed of veteran of the season so far.

The purple-clad derby warriors have main- jammers Lady MacDeath and Peacemaker, the tained their winning streak, besting the Rossland points came rolling in for the Castlegar squad, Trail Roller Girls at the end of April. RTRG’s red giving the Dams a lead right from the beginning army was fierce in their onslaught, throwing 110 that they never lost. per cent into their attack on the track, but the Using new strategies and focusing on holdDams have been working hard, and right from ing jammers rather than going for big hits realthe first whistle proved just how tight the team ly paid off – and pivots Missy Helliott and Miss Treat used their blockers to set up strong offense has become.

It was difficult for RTRG’s fresh skaters to and even stronger defense, despite a multitude compete against the advanced skills of the of penalties being given to both teams. In the Dams’ veteran players – powerhouse blockers end, the Car Hops just couldn’t pull ahead of the Pro-Pain Paula and Pantsoff kept RTRG’s jam- Dams – final score was 242 to 307. mers wondering what hit them, moving in with The undefeated Dams now prepare for a Nelstealth and owning the track. Rollers’ pivot and son crew – their strongest competition within blocker Darth Danger managed to break her the WKRD league this year. The Killjoys were penalty record – she was once heralded as the undefeated in 2013 and the Dam City Rollcleanest player on the heavy hitting team, but ers were the only team to come close to beatshe managed to take two trips to the box, giving ing them. This year will be different, however. her teammates an opening for some light teas- Coach Sauce has groomed his skaters for this ing. bout, working the team hard in practice, bringA huge point lead gave the Dams the opportu- ing up the stamina as a whole and working with nity to test out some strategies in the second half blockers to build unbreakable walls. The Dams and, once again, jam every skater on the bench, are ready to battle the Killjoys once again and something the team has been working on this look forward to remaining unbeaten. season, to build a team of triple threat players.

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But I won’t. It’s small, which definitely contributes to its c-word factor.

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Bargain priced Nissan Micra returns to basics Montreal, QC. - Even though the with the same peppy powerplant. days of roll down windows, no air Okay, I realize that “peppy” is a relaconditioning or fancy features aren’t tive term here. There’s 109 horsepower that far behind us, it’s tough to find a and 107 lb-ft of torque generated back-to-basics car in today’s market. from its 1.6L, 4-cylinder engine. But in Enter the 2015 Nissan Micra with a the city and on the highway, it’s still a price tag under $10k. decent amount.

As its name suggests, Three trims of Micra it’s not a full-size SUV. are available: S, SV, What it is is a front and SR. Each can be engine, front-wheel paired with either the drive, five-door vehicle. aforementioned 5-speed It’s diminutive in size manual or an available but not lacking in the 4-speed automatic. The personality department. mid-grade SV trim can The Micra Not at all. also be paired with a is affordable You’d think that with a Convenience package starting MSRP of $9,998 transportation with (available both on the for the Micra S (with the amiable drivability, MT and AT). manual transmission) Looking at it, I’m exan easy-on-the you might get shorttremely tempted to use eyes interior and changed on the fun the word “cute.” But I overall a bubbly factor. Again, not the won’t. It’s small, which personality. case. definitely contributes to In fact, of the four modits c-word factor, and Alexandra Straub els I drove (there are comes it some bubbly eight models available) colours, as well as acit happened to be my favourite. cent colours. For example, the SV with The 5-speed manual transmission has the automatic I drove had a white a springy clutch, a gearbox that shifts exterior with purple accents. up and down smoothly, and a personInside, you and your four passengers ality that is waiting to be unleashed. will we greeted with cushy cloth seats.

It might not have air conditioning, The driver will then have access to a Bluetooth or a rearview camera (on centre stack that is easy to use and this trim, but they are available on organized ergonomically. other models), but those aren’t deal Describing its aura could best be debreakers for me, nor are they for fined as “welcoming.” And despite its people looking to buy a great car at a size, even taller individuals shouldn’t great price. feel claustrophobic. With a driving What’s more, each Micra model comes partner who stands 6’2”, he still had

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Under hard acceleration, primarily from the 4-speed automatic, the Micra is quite vocal. You can really hear the engine noise intrude the cabin.

It’s not a performance machine like the Nissan GT-R, where you want to hear as much ruckus as you can. However, when cruising at highway speeds – without the lead foot acceleration – my driving partner and I noticed how quiet the cabin is. Wind noise is kept at bay and it’s serene.

Furthermore, it was an incredibly blustery day when we took these pint-sized four-doors out. Needless to say, you could feel the swagger of the car at highway speeds. But in its defense, larger vehicles felt the wrath of Mother Nature’s blow, too.

While very affordable, the Micra isn’t “cheap” in execution. Even the knobs on the roll down windows have a soft touch to them. And there are metallic accents to break up the otherwise bland black interior.

I certainly wasn’t disappointed when captaining the Micra.

Even though that might sound like a backhanded compliment, it’s not. As far as small cars go, it’s functional, funky and has great value. Whether you’re looking for a vehicle that gets you from point A to B – minus all the options – or said vehicle with a few extras, the 2015 Micra might be the car for you.

Summed up, the Micra is affordable transportation with amiable drivability, an easy-on-the eyes interior and overall a bubbly personality. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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June 6 – 8, 2014

Schedule of Events

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• Festival in the Park – vendors & music Kinsmen Park 3-9:30pm

• Castlegar Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast Kootenay Market 8am-11am

• Friends of the Library Book Sale Castlegar Library 10am – 4:30 pm

• Skate Jam Rotary Skateboard Park 10am – 4pm

• West Kootenay Camera Club Annual Photo show Gallery 7pm – 9pm

• West Kootenay Camera Club Annual Photo Show Gallery 10am-4pm

• Kootenay Savings (Crossroads Branch)/Kal Tire BBQ 11:30am-3:00pm

• Children’s Parade Pass Creek Park 10:30am

• Craig Moritz – one of Canada fastest growing country stars

• Kootenay Gem, mineral, fossil show and Sale - Hosted by The Kokanee Rock

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Club & Selkirk Rock Club – Castlegar Complex – 10am – 4pm • Selkirk Lion’s Club Family Day Pass Creek Park 11am

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• Sunfest Parade Columbia Avenue 11am • Royal Canadian Legion Strawberry Tea Legion Hall noon – 2:30pm • Dam City Rollers June 7th – Semi Finals – Selkirk College – 5pm and 7pm

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• Element/Rollerderby Sunfest Dance - Radio with Tony Ferraro - 9pm • BC/DC Kinsmen Park 8:00-9:30pm • Fireworks & live music Selkirk College -10 pm • Slo-Pitch tournament local ball fields

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Sunfest Leaders

Friday

Citizen of the Year St. Rita’s Parish Hall June 4th 6pm

Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus council #5304

Sunfest Partners

Sunfest Associates Ootischenia Fire Department

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