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Exams going ahead at Crowe Despite labour dispute, Grade 12 students will get report cards while other grades on hold BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff

Final exams for grades 10-12 are being written at the local high school this week despite the teachers being in full scale strike action. Secondary principals and vice principals will invigilate Grade 10-12 provincial exams along with help from other schools’ principals, vice principals and district non-union staff, confirmed Greg Luterbach, superintendent for School District 20 (SD20). For J.L. Crowe Secondary graduating students, Friday marks the last day they may have in the high school, once the provincial English 12 exam is written in the school’s gym that morning or Communications 12 in the afternoon. At this point in the teachers’ strike, the only students that will receive a report card this summer are the Grade 12s, every other grade will have to wait until the dispute is resolved or the issue is deemed an essential service. “At this time, we have been informed by the teachers’ union that teachers will not be providing the district any marks/grades/performance indicators for any grade lower than Grade 12,” noted Luterbach. The matter requiring teachers to provide school final marks for lower grades may go in front of the Labour Relations Board to be deemed an essential service later this month, he added. “End of year reporting for grades K-11 is still a significant unknown for districts across the province.” The school district will provide a Grade 12 report card as teachers are required to have the school-based mark submitted to the SD20 office by June 20, as per the essential services order. However, the timing of the local Grade 12 report card is still up in the air as management staff has to handle entering marks into the system to generate the report cards, Luterbach continued. Once those marks are then sent to the Ministry of Education, the student’s final mark is a blend of the school mark (60 per cent in Grade 12 English) and the provincial exam mark. The blended marks appear on a transcript which students can access and print via their Personal Education Number (PEN) on the ministry’s website, explained Luterbach. “One of the topics covered in the required Graduation Transition 12 course at JLC is how to submit a post-secondary institute form,” he continued. “Which directs the ministry to send the transcript, when ready, directly to a BC post-secondary institutions at no cost.”

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Shari and Tom Stoddart’s regal greyhounds are on the mend after being sickened by eating Vitalife jerky treats the Montrose couple purchased from Walmart in early June. Quinn (front) and Syra are now eating a bland diet supplemented by probiotics and under the care of a veterinarian after suffering marked lethargy and gastrointestinal symptoms.

Dogs recovering after sickened by treats BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff

A Montrose couple is breathing a sigh of relief now that their two beloved greyhounds are on the road to recovery after both pets became violently ill after eating Vitalife brand dog treats. Shari Stoddart purchased a bag of Vitalife duck jerky wrapped sweet potato snacks for the two dogs from the Trail Walmart on June 4. Within days of eating the Asianproduced treats, the gentle and affectionate greyhound brindles became lethargic followed by bouts of gastrointestinal symptoms that progressed to loose stool tinged with mucous and blood. “Their behaviour was changing and becoming lethargic,” said Shari. “I knew when they didn’t want to play anymore or go out for a walk, something was terribly wrong.” The morning of June 10, Shari’s

husband Tom was reading a news article while eating breakfast when he happened to come across a recently posted story about dog treats and the harm these particular snacks were causing to pets in North America. The information “clicked” said Shari, adding that he immediately opened up their pantry and on the shelf was the exact bag of Vitalife treats that was

reported to have caused 86 dog deaths in Canada and over 1,000 deaths of pets south of the border. “I couldn’t wait for the vet’s office to open,” she explained. “When I called and told them the symptoms of my dogs and the only change in their diet was this Vitalife, she knew and said to get them in.” See STORY, Page 2

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Trail Walmart has pulled all Vitalife jerky treats from its shelves, the store’s assistant manager told the Trail Times Wednesday morning. “Walmart does carry them but we have pulled them off our shelves,” said Denise Smith. “We haven’t gotten official word from the company yet but we are not putting them on the shelves when they come in.”

Smith is aware of the media stories surrounding the jerky treats and said before the Trail Walmart can officially dispose of the product, word must come from head office. “We are holding them in our claims area but we need an official recall before we can actually destroy what we have.” – Regnier

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FROM PAGE 1 Doctor Elaine Klemmensen met the Stoddart’s in her West Kootenay Animal Clinic office shortly after the telephone conversation. “She had such a distraught look on her face,” said Shari. “The first recorded instances were from 2007 but reports didn’t hit the media until 2011 and by that time over 1,000 deaths had occurred in the US and the link is Vitalife.” In the case of the Stoddart’s two purebreeds, named Quinn and Syra, both dogs had been fed three treats per day for six days, although after three days both dogs started to show symptoms, noted the veterinarian. “We ran blood work and urinalysis to screen for any damage to internal organs,” said Klemmensen. “And rule out Fanconi’s syndrome, a rare disease which has been associated with the consumption of these treats in some of the affected pets.” Fortunately, both dogs were found to have normal test results but were treated for gastrointestinal upset with a bland diet and probiotics.

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“It is important to note that manufacturers do not need to list the country of origin for each ingredient,” explained Klemmensen. “So even products made in the U.S.A. may have ingredients imported from China or other countries that export to the U.S.A.” Since 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has become aware of an increasing number of illnesses in pets associated with the conSheri REgnier photo Vitalife brand dog treats are sumption of jerky treats, she linked to a pair of sickened continued. Although a toxic principle pets. has not yet been identified, “Quinn and Syra are large the regulating body is workbreed dogs, the problem was ing closely with the Centres detected early and the sus- for Disease Control to better pected treats discontinued,” understand what is making Klemmensen said. “At this pets sick. time both dogs are show“It is hoped in the next ing improved energy and are six months the results of this expected to recover with no study will be available to vetlong-term effects.” erinarians and pet owners,” The local story serves she added. as a cautionary note for Usually, the first signs are West Kootenay pet owners similar to food poisoning, and adds to a growing list with symptoms progressing of North American media to kidney or urinary disease reports about the dangers and in some cases, convulof feeding pets jerky treats sions, tremors, hives and skin that are produced in China or irritation. Thailand and sold under the “These symptoms may Vitalife brand. occur within hours to days

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of feeding the products,” said Klemmensen. “Pet owners who feed jerky treats should watch their pet closely for signs of illness. If your dog shows any of the signs and you suspect it may be related to a specific product, stop feeding the treat and consider contacting your veterinarian.” Additionally, she recommends pet owners save any remaining treats by placing the jerky product, including its original packaging, in a larger re-sealable bag in case it is need for future testing. With quiet dignity, both Stoddart dogs were lapping up the attention from their owners Tuesday evening. Syra, a female with delicate features, was rescued from a race track just over one year ago, and Quinn, the larger male and former racing dog, has only been in the Stoddart’s care for about a month following rescue from a Seattle shelter. “The Vitalife company’s motto is ‘Made with Love,’” said Shari. “But we need to get the word out there to people who haven’t heard about this product. Don’t buy it or feed it to your pets.”

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Residents of Kaslo and three rural areas of the Regional District of Central Kootenay may vote this fall on creating a conservation service. The matter is on the board agenda Thursday, where directors will decide whether to seek approval through referendum or counterpetition, and if the service will be paid for through a parcel tax or by property assessment. “The service will raise funds that can be used for projects that do not receive funding from either local or senior levels of governments,” according to a staff report. The funds would “provide local financial support for important projects that will contribute to the conservation of valuable natural areas and restore and preserve a healthy environment.” If approved, it would cost taxpayers in the affected areas — Kaslo, Area D (Rural Kaslo), Area A (East Shore), and Area E (Rural Nelson) — a combined total of $81,000 per year. Although the regional district would be responsible for final approval of all matters, the Kootenay Conservation Program would administer the fund. The group’s main goal is to increase private land conservation to protect species and landscapes. They were involved with the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s purchase of the Darkwoods Forest on Kootenay Lake as well as the provincial government’s acquisition of the Valhalla Mile on Slocan Lake. The regional district staff report doesn’t name any specific projects the conservation service might fund, but Kootenay Conservation Program manager Dave Hillary said a similar fund established in the Upper Columbia Valley in 2006 has paid for things like fencing, water quality monitoring, and invasive plant control. In late 2012, the Kootenay Conservation Program hired a polling firm to conduct a telephone survey of 800 East and West Kootenay residents. It found 82 per cent of respondents supported the idea of a region-wide conservation fund, with 59 per cent in favour of a mandatory levy.

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Firefighters sharpen river rescue skills By Liz Bevan Times Staff

Wednesday was the first day of a three-day training exercise for Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue. The Columbia River set the scene for rescue training and Regional Fire Chief Terry Martin says the training is necessary for professionals to maintain their skill level. “It's something that

needs to be re-certified every couple of years,” he said. “Whether you are in the river or on a firetruck, you absolutely have to hone your skills and re-certify.” The skills practiced during the training exercises come in handy too often. “We go in the river, unfortunately, a few times a year to assist people and sometimes body recovery,” said Martin. “We need to get in there and we need to be

good at our profession and we need to hone our skills.” Even though the members of the Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue are trained professionals, Martin says there is still risk involved during the training exercises. “You have to look at the safety aspect of putting someone in the river, even for one of our members for the training side of things,” he said, adding that

although they only do formal rescue training every couple of years, they still like to stay familiar with the river even though some members may not need it. “We've got some members in our department who grew up in the area and did a lot of fishing on the river over the years, so they know it very, very well. We will go in the river for orientation with the boat a couple of times a year.”

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Northwest leaders react to pipeline approval Council questions By Anna Killen Terrace Standard

Northwest reaction to the federal government’s conditional approval of the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline is beginning to flow in, with northwest leaders and environmentalists saying that this is just the beginning of a long process which will likely end up in the country’s highest court. “I don’t think this is any further ahead today than it was yesterday, I think the opposition will continue and it will end up in the courts,” said Skeena NDP MLA Robin Austin of Tuesday’s announcement, which approved the proposed 1,177-kilometre twin heavy oil pipeline, subject to the 209 conditions imposed by last year’s federal review decision. He said the NDP will now focus on holding Premier Christy Clark to her word around the province’s five conditions. “My job is to represent the people up here who are a huge majority opposed to this and to hold the BC Liberals to account,” he said. “Prior to the election, Christy Clark made it clear that she had five conditions, those five conditions are nowhere close to being met.” The province has said the project doesn’t yet meet Premier Christy Clark’s five conditions for new heavy oil pipelines, which include world leading marine and land spill protections, resolution of aboriginal concerns and a fair share of benefits for B.C. And Environment Minister Mary Polak has indicated the

“My job is to represent the people up here who are a huge majority opposed to this and to hold the BC Liberals to account.” MLA Robin Austin

province could refuse permits for the project’s construction in B.C. Saying the decision is “no great surprise”, Austin said he believes this is “the beginning of the next chapter of the fight on this.” He anticipates a long court battle between First Nations along the pipeline’s route and the federal government. “I suspect it’s going to be in court for a long time,” he said, adding he sees the fight heading to the Supreme Court of Canada. “I’m no constitutional lawyer, but if you look at the judicial rulings over the last five to 10 years in regards to First Nations’ rights and title, I suspect the First Nations lawyers will have a field day with this one. And we’ll fight it all the way.” Area environmental group SkeenaWild director Greg Knox said his group stands with First Nations. “Everybody’s saying the same thing, that they will support First Nations in legal action [and] that they’re willing to stand on the line,” he said. “I think this is going to be a very long, drawn out process starting in the

courts and I don’t think it will ever be built.” Skeena-Bulkley Valley NDP MP Nathan Cullen echoed that sentiment in a conference call this afternoon. “I truly believe this pipeline will never be built. I think the resolve and the passion of the people of the northwest will overcome it ... governments can grant permits, but only people can give permission,” he said. The NDP would put aside the decision if they form government following the 2015 election, he said. “The shovels won’t be in the ground by then because the next step is court challenges,” he said. “This is likely going to the Supreme Court against First Nations who know their way around the Supreme Court,” he said. “I think it will go to the Supreme Court and will likely be shot down there.” Northern Gateway project leader Janet Holder said she will continue to work to build on the 26 equity agreements the company has reached with aboriginal communities along the proposed pipeline route. She said the project team will review the government’s decision and continue to work toward meeting the 209 conditions set out by the Joint Review Panel. “Our team and I will continue traveling throughout British Columbia and continue speaking with people in their communities because today is just one step in a long process towards building a safer, better pipeline,” she said.

recreation agreement costs By Phil Melnychuk Maple Ridge News

Maple Ridge councillors want to ensure their taxpayers don’t pay for an unbalanced share of Pitt Meadows’ recreation services now and in the coming years. The joint leisure services agreement is being reviewed, in which Maple Ridge pays for 80 per cent of the operating costs of shared facilities, such as the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre, while Pitt Meadows pays 20 per cent. Coun. Cheryl Ashlie wanted to know if Maple Ridge’s contribution was appropriate. “If we’re paying another quarter per cent of taxes to subsidize another community’s recreation, we need to know that. “And we need to have that conversation.” Consultant Brian Johnston said the final review will provide those numbers. And early analysis suggests that Maple Ridge isn’t subsidizing the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school district, one of the partners. When it comes to municipalities, both save between half a million and a million dollars a year from the agreement. Both communities benefit, but Pitt Meadows likely saves the most, he added. Under the current agreement, each municipality pays the entire capital costs of facilities in their respective municipalities, while sharing the operating costs.

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‘Thousands of litres’ of good milk to be dumped in wake of video By Tyler Olsen Abbotsford News

A clandestine video of animal abuse at a Chilliwack dairy farm could change the way dairy farms operate across the Fraser Valley and Canada. But one local farmer says those changes were already

in the works before the troubling video came to light. The Abbotsfordbased BC Milk Marketing Board (BCMMB) will be forced to destroy all milk from Chilliwack Cattle Sales, where employees were

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Wiebe said that Saputo’s decision will see “thousands of litres” of milk destroyed. He was uncertain how such a large quantity of milk would be disposed of. “The solution is not to dump the milk,” Wiebe said. “The solution is to continue to work with the SPCA.” In its release, Saputo said, “We will not accept milk from the BC Milk Marketing Board supplied by this farm until we are fully satisfied that strict animal welfare practices are in place” Wiebe said dairy farmers have no problem with strict oversight. He said Dairy Farmers of Canada was already developing a seven-point plan that would include regular inspections. “Farmers are OK with that because we want to be able to prove that we take care of our animals,” he said. Abbotsford’s 100plus dairy farms ship about 142 million litres of milk annually, which is more than 21 per cent of B.C.’s total production.

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National Feds emphasize conditions and science around pipeline THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - Conservatives are defending their government’s approval of the contested Northern Gateway pipeline as based on science and evidence - while noting the project may never be built. Government MPs and ministers were conspicuously absent late Tuesday when the approval was announced in a bureaucratic news release - evidence, NDP and Liberal critics crowed, that they feared the coming backlash. On Wednesday, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Natural Resources Minister Greg Rickford struck a dispassionate tone on the project, emphasizing it had gone through a rigorous review process that includes 209 conditions. “The fact of the matter is that the government is acting on the advice of an independent scientific panel that thoroughly reviewed these matters,” Harper said. But the science around the National Energy Board’s joint review panel has been criticized by outside voices, and rejected outright by the opposition who say it was politicized and shaped by the Conservatives. Earlier this month, 300 scientists and scholars signed an open letter urging Harper to reject the review panel’s “flawed” findings, including its failure to consider the impact of greenhouse-gas emissions from Alberta’s oilsands.

Minister challenged on claim wounded veterans eligible for $10,000 a month

THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - Only four of Canada’s 521 severely wounded Canadian veterans might be eligible to receive up $10,000 per month in allowances and benefits under the Conservative government’s beefed-up veteran’s charter. Veterans Affairs Minister Julian Fantino recently cited the dollar figure to illustrate the Conservative government’s generosity towards ex-service members. “The seriously injured veteran is eligible for thousands of dollars each month, up to and including after age 65,” Fantino told the Commons veterans committee last month. “In some cases, a veteran can receive over $10,000 a month in financial compensation. This is in addition to two major tax-free award payments totalling in excess of up to

a half-million dollars.” However, statistics released by Fantino’s own department show payments of that size would be rare indeed and maybe even purely theoretical. The vast majority of the wounded -92 per cent - collect far less each month under the permanent impairment allowance, the permanent impairment supplement and the earnings loss benefit. Also, according to the department, the calculation of the $10,000 figure includes the monthly Canadian Forces pension, a payment that’s made whether a soldier was injured or not. Calculating precise amounts can be a head-spinning exercise, given the crosssection of benefits, stipends and supplementary payments available to all veterans. Asked how many

wounded soldiers receive anything close to $10,000 per month, department officials would only say the figure represents a “scenario” of a severely wounded major released after 27 years of service and that four soldiers receive the top tier of allowances. They did not answer the question directly. David Pierce, a spokesman for the minister, said Fantino stands by what he said. “Minister Fantino accurately stated that a seriously injured veteran is eligible for thousands of dollars each month and in some cases, the veteran’s income may exceed $10,000 a month,” Pierce said in an email. “Canadians and veterans need to know that the government of Canada provides a full suite of benefits available to injured veterans and their

families which consist of robust monthly payments; significant financial upfront benefits as well as rehabilitation, educational and medical support to help transition to civilian life.” But outspoken veterans advocate Sean Bruyea said the comment leaves the public with the impression that ex-soldiers,

many of them who lost limbs, have somehow won the lottery. “It’s an attempt to cast veterans as greedy and as whiners and complainers,” said Bruyea. “The thinking is they should have nothing to complain about and I really hope the public doesn’t accept this lie that veterans are getting $10,000 per month.”

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‘Distasteful’ attack by Tories in byelection THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - The Conservatives are pulling out all the stops in a bid to steal ScarboroughAgincourt away from the Liberals, including giving the Toronto riding’s former Liberal MP a starring role in their latest attack against Justin Trudeau and his plan to legalize marijuana. The governing party has blanketed the riding with a flyer that features a photo of Jim Karygiannis and a quote from him: “This is not the same Liberal party we knew. The party has changed.” The flyer attributes the quote to “your former Liberal MP of 25 years” explaining why he decided to resign last April, triggering a byelection on June 30. The flip side shows a photo of an unsavoury-looking Trudeau, sporting a goatee, superimposed on a picture of young boy lighting up a joint. Trudeau appears to be standing in a haze of smoke. “Trudeau wants marijuana in local stores, just like alcohol and cigarettes,”

the flyer claims. In fact, Trudeau argues that legalizing, regulating and taxing pot would help keep it out of the hands of children and starve organized crime of its lucrative marijuana trade. Microscopic print reveals that the flyer was “authorized by the registered agent of the Conservative Party of Canada.” But Karygiannis believes it was intended to appear as though it came from him. “This is an alltime low for the Conservatives,” he said in an interview, calling the flyer a “very low and distasteful attack” that misrepresents him and his reason for leaving federal politics. Karygiannis said he’s still a member of the Liberal party and has endorsed Arnold Chan, the Liberal candidate in the riding. He’s been trying to stay out of the byelection contest but said the Conservative flyer has “made me want to go vote for Arnold twice because of what they did.” When he announced his resignation in

April, Karygiannis said he wanted to be closer to his family and that he intends to run for a spot on city council in this fall’s municipal election. The quote used in the flyer comes from an interview Karygiannis gave the Globe and Mail some weeks later and had

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The ‘perfect’ pipeline that may never be built

t comes as absolutely no surprise to anyone that the federal government approved construction of the contentious Northern Gateway pipeline, a vessel that would carry Alberta’s bitumen to hungry Asian markets. These are the federal Conservatives, after all, who enjoy enduring popular support in Alberta and Saskatchewan, where healthy resource industries have almost singlehandedly kept the national economy afloat while central Canadian manufacturing swoons. Even so, approval was no cake-walk; it comes with a mind-boggling 209 conditions which, taken collectively, will make this the most regulated, environmentally-sensitive and safest industrial project ever undertaken in this country. Now things get interesting. Because we are about to find out whether a massive capital project – one that is arguably vital to the long-term economic health of the country, that has been poked and prodded and turned

inside out, that has won the carefully considered stamp of approval from the independent regulator – can be forced on a city and province that have said they don’t want it. Think this approval was a whitewash? Let’s consider a few of the facts behind the decision. On the question of whether the people of B.C. were consulted, there have been 17,000 encounters with stakeholders and aboriginal groups, more than 400 community presentations; 80 open houses; 15 rounds of Community Advisory Board meetings and more. Pipeline proponent Enbridge has committed to maintaining the engagement post-approval, and will liaise constantly on environmental management and emergency preparedness. On the regulator, Independent Joint Review Panel reviewed 175,000 pages of evidence; heard from 80 expert witnesses and 1,100 Canadians. There were 180 days of hearings in 21 communities, resulting in the 209 conditions.

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On environmental concerns, Northern Gateway has added $500 million in safety enhancements, including 20 per cent thicker steel for the pipe, additional isolation valves, and 24/7 staffing of remote pump stations. Nearly three-quarters of the pipeline’s route is on previously disturbed land. In terms of habitat, Northern Gateway will restore four hectares of caribou habitat for every hectare disturbed. Enbridge has committed to leaving habitat better than the way it found it. And, for the first time in Canadian history, the scope was increased to encompass marine transportation and includes

mitigation measures to minimize the impact on marine mammals. There is more, much more, to what Enbridge has committed to do. And, if you want to accuse anyone of being disingenuous, how about the B.C. government, whose “five conditions” for approval have effectively been met, but it is still unsatisfied. Nope, logic would tell you that this project has been examined like nothing in history. Will there be some disruption? Yes, there will. But B.C., the majority of the Aboriginal communities, and the country will be better off with the pipeline than without. Those are the words of the regulator, not just me. And yet the resistance is stiffened. Why? Because this isn’t really about the pipeline at all. It’s about what the pipeline would carry – bitumen from Alberta’s “dirty” oil sands. As Erin Flanagan, of the Pembina Institute, said in a statement condemning the approval: “Approving pipeline infrastructure that incents further oil sands expansion is not in

the public interest in the absence of credible regulations to curb the growth of carbon pollution from the sector.” Couldn’t be clearer – the opposition wants to stop Northern Gateway because it’s a way to slow down the oil sands, not because the aboriginal communities don’t all agree with it or because Kitimat is worried about tankers in Douglas Channel. Those are mere sidebars to the main story. Which explains why Enbridge could promise a new Eden, gilded with community and social benefits that would reshape the economy of central B.C. – wait! Isn’t that what it did? – and still it wouldn’t be enough to convince the anti-oil sands warriors to lay down their arms. And so, we’re headed to the courts. And the blockades. The next couple of years will be a powerful test of wills. Doug Firby is Editorin-Chief and national affairs columnist for Troy Media.

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.S. President Barack 2009, with a backpack, water, Obama stood in the knives, a compass, and a pen Rose Garden recently and notebook. He left his helwith the parents of met, body armour, web gear Bowe Bergdahl to celebrate and weapon behind in a neat the release of their son from pile. By 2010 the Pentagon Taliban captivity. What began had concluded he had left his as a triumph quickly soured, post voluntarily. like warm milk in the sun. A Shortly after his departure, few days later, in Normandy, the Americans received intelObama said “I make absolutely ligence that Bergdahl stopped no apologies for making sure at a nearby village to ask dirwe get back a young man to ections on how to find the his parents. . . Taliban. . This is someO b v i o u s l y, body’s child.” he found them. No one asked When he was for Obama to returned to milapologize for itary authorities uniting parents he was wearing and son. Bowe a new Afghan was indeed tunic and “somebody’s trousers. “We Barry child,” but that returned our is no more an valued guest to element in milhis people,” the itary strategy Taliban spokesTroy Media than saying “we person said, don’t leave soldiers behind” “and in return they freed our is a coherent plan to recover five heroes.” Meanwhile, the them. five heroes, some of whom Both sides of the exchange were eligible for trial as war of Bergdahl for five Talibs are criminals, were enjoying a significant. Start with the fact Qatari feast of goats cooked that all five were on a list of in rice. 48 persons that Joint Task The handover of Bergdahl Force Guantanamo, which was videoed and promptly was picked and appointed by went viral. It was another Obama, recommended be held “big win” for the Taliban, said “indefinitely.” David Sedney, until recentNow it’s okay to release ly U.S. Defense Department them in Qatar, whose citizens point man in Central Asia. have long funded jihadists Taliban leader Mullah Omar throughout the region, but agreed: the deal was a “great on what grounds? Supposing victory.” they asked for Khalid Sheikh When American journalists Mohammed, the architect of interviewed Bergdahl’s former the 9/11 attack? Would that comrades-in-arms, the celehave been okay, too? bration in the Rose Garden As for Bergdahl, he left his looked even more premature. base in uniform on June 30, Jake Clapper of CNN

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reported the widespread view that he was a deserter. He did not “lag behind on patrol,” as Bergdahl said in a video released shortly after his capture. “There was no patrol that night,” said one. “He deserted.” Specialist Cody Full, who was in Bergdahl’s platoon, said “we swore an oath and we upheld ours. He did not.” The Obama administration responded by deploying National Security Advisor Susan Rice who declared Bergdahl to be “an American prisoner of war, taken on the battlefield” who “served the United States with honour and distinction.” Later she said she meant it was honourable of Bergdahl to have enlisted. Later still, he was just “innocent until proven guilty.” So, who you gonna believe, the grunts or the pols? When polls show no more than 30 per cent of Americans think the exchange was “the right thing to do,” the question answers itself. When more Americans think George W. Bush was more competent than Obama, more than the usual second-term unravelling of presidential authority is involved. As for the rest of the world, including Canada, this latest behaviour by the Obama administration provides more evidence that sanctimonious risk-aversion does not constitute leadership. The midterm elections next fall should prove interesting. Barry Cooper is a professor of political science at the University of Calgary.

Notion of ‘job for life’ still alive THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - A job for life? It sounds like an outdated notion, but a new report suggests job stability is as prevalent today as it ever was. CIBC economists looking at the job stability phenomenon say their analysis shows it at an all time high, or at least at a record high since Statistics Canada started gathering the data in the 1970s. The report from economists Benjamin Tal and Nick Exarhos finds the percentage of Canadians who have stayed with the same employer for five years and longer is now at a record level. Extrapolating from the Statistics Canada data,

the economists say there is a 60 per cent chance that Canadians will stay with an employer after completing their first year, and a 95 per cent chance for those having five or more years with the same firm. But it is not necessarily due to loyalty, Tal says. He believes it is more to do with fear. For employers, they fear losing skilled and trained staff that they will find difficult to replace, and are willing to pay more to retain them. For low-skilled workers, they see a larger than usual pool of unemployed and so are reluctant to leave the job they have.

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Canadian cowboy completes horseback journey to World Cup

Filipe Leite left Calgary in July 2012 THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY - A Canadian cowboy can truly call himself a long rider as he has reached his destination country in an epic horseback journey to Brazil from Calgary. Filipe Masetti Leite, 27, who immigrated to Canada from the South American country when he was a teenager, rode out of the Calgary Stampede grounds in July 2012 along with his two horses, Bruiser and Frenchie. He added a third horse to his team, Dude, from a ranch in New Mexico. Leite says his ride took him through 10 countries and covered 14,000 kilometres in North, Central and South America. “Setting out from Canada’s largest rodeo and one of the best in the world was a huge honour,” he said in an email. “I feel like I’m “I hope my journey dreaming,” he inspires others wrote as he crossed to follow their the border from Kijaro, dreams, no matter Puerto Bolivia, into how hard or crazy Corumba, Brazil. it may seem.” Leite said he and his horses crossed FILIPE LEITE Yellowstone National Park, encountered a grizzly in Montana and rode through the Chihuahua Desert in Mexico. “This has been the hardest but most gratifying years of my life,” Leite said. “I hope my journey inspires others to follow their dreams, no matter how hard or crazy it may seem.” Leite’s family returned to Sao Paolo, Brazil, nine years ago and is to meet him at the end of his journey. The inspiration for the trip was a similar quest in 1925 by Aime Tschiffely, a Swiss school teacher who rode 16,000 kilometres alone from Buenos Aires to New York City. The young cowboy, who has a journalism degree from Ryerson University in Toronto, has been documenting his travels. His goal was to draw attention to the illegal drug war in Latin America. He said a lot of innocent people are dying and 80 per cent of the drugs are ending up on U.S. streets. He may have reached Brazil, but Leite’s trek isn’t quite over. He still has 2,000 kilometres remaining to his home in Sao Paulo. The timing of the trip sits well with him. “I love soccer and left in 2012 from Canada just so I could arrive in Brazil for the World Cup.”

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The Trail Fire Fighters Local 941 are sponsoring Abby Kalmakoff with a $500 donation so that she can attend Easter Seals Camp this year. This is the second year in a row the local has sponsored her. The money is used to pay for a care aid that is required in order to help Abby out in her day-to-day needs. From the left; Captain Greg Ferraby, Sylvia Kalmakoff, Abby Kalmakoff, firefighter Lee Depellegrin, and firefighter Rick Morris.

Regina man offers $1,000 to strangers who can quit smoking for a year In two decades only six people have completed the quitsmoking challenge THE CANADIAN PRESS REGINA - Bruce Robinson has spent the last 20 years approaching random strangers in Regina and offering them $1,000 to quit smoking. When Joel Pinel first heard of the challenge, he was skeptical: “I thought, `This guy’s lost it.”’ But after meeting Robinson in person, Pinel changed his mind. Despite challenging about 1,000 people over the past two decades, only six people have completed Robinson’s quitsmoking challenge. That means he’s only given away $6,000, despite

offering about $1 million. It’s a number that proves just how difficult it is to quit, said Robinson, who owns a landscaping company. He also said it shows how important it is to prevent people from starting smoking, before they’re hooked. “It’s not a habit. It’s an addiction,” said Robinson. Now, the two men are working together to try and create a documentary dedicated to smoking prevention. The documentary, titled “1,000 Excuses to Quit,” will follow Robinson and the people to whom he offers $1,000 to give up smoking for a year. It will include interviews with people who couldn’t complete the challenge, as well as success stories. “Our goal is to get (the film) to the young people and

show them how addictive smoking is,” said Robinson. Pinel and Robinson have started an online Kickstarter campaign to try and raise $45,000 for production costs. So far, a week into the 30-day campaign, they’ve raised just under $2,000. But Pinel said momentum is growing and that they expect the donations to pick up over the next three weeks. They hope to begin filming this summer. Robinson has been thinking of doing a documentary for years, he said, but when a close friend died of a smoking-related stroke in November, he felt that he had to take action. After meeting Robinson, Pinel agreed to be the film’s producer. Both men say they’re motivated by how smokingrelated health problems

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egular fuel is promised and delivclosing in on ered more horsepower $1.50 per litre. than the V8. The jury For me that is out on fuel econnumber seems to be a omy though. To get the breaking point. I am good fuel economy of really looking forward a smaller displacement to riding my turbocharged bike to work. vehicle you School is out have to drive soon (maybe carefully. The even sooner) whoosh of and my kid turbocharged driving responpower is sibilities are RON addictive. nearly over. I Believe me, I would be even know. Mechanically more excited Ram was Speaking if the weather next to try was a little less a V8 upset. unpredictable. A very high technolMost automobile ogy small 3.6 litre V6 manufacturers are was made available in touting their vehicles’ a half ton with an 8 fuel economy advance- speed automatic. Many ments and many gear ratios means a Canadians are biting. small engine can be Canadian auto sales tuned for lots of horseare at an all time high. power at a bit higher If the current trend rpm. All these gears continues, 2014 will allow decent accelbe a record year. What eration when needed are Canadians buying? and relaxed economWe are sticking with ical cruising. It seems trucks and suvs. Not owners of these vehismall economy cars. cles are getting sigMaybe small trucks nificantly better mileand SUVs? age than the Hemi V8s. Truck technology is For 2014 the on the move as manu- General (GMC, Chevy) factures fight for brag- has stepped into the ging rights. Who will fray with a 4.3 litre V6. be the fuel economy This is not your old 4.3. leader? All the manu- The new EcoTec3 has facturers are tout- all the technology of ing their available V6 the new V8s (continuengines. Dodge or Ram ous variable valve timeven has a small diesel ing, cylinder deactivaavailable in a half ton. tion, and direct fuel Sales of these smaller injection). This engine engine full size trucks is already being sold in are becoming signifi- 20% of the half tons. cant. Many times six It produces nearly 300 cylinder engines were horsepower compared offered but nobody to the previous verbought them. sion’s 200 horsepower. Ford was first in It also produces sigwith a V6 that every- nificantly better fuel one wanted. The turbo- economy numbers. charged Ecoboost V6 Not to be outdone

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The Mad Trapper Archery Shoot is notching an arrow and taking aim at another great cause June 28-29 at the Secret Creek Ranch in Waneta with proceeds going to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital Critical Care Campaign. The shoot is now in it’s 10th year and has donated over $21,000 to various charities over the years, including the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Burn Unit, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Trail Hospice, the Defibrillator Fund at Trail Parks and Rec, and Sanctuary House in Trail. This year the monies collected through its annual raffle and Mad Trapper Shoot go to the KBRH campaign that is raising funds to expand and upgrade equipment in the Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Room, and for the High Acuity Response Team. “We sell 2,000 tickets around the community and we have some great prizes. This year we have over $10,000 worth of prizes including a trip to Vegas,” said Mad Trapper organizer and Secret Creek owner Jay Mykietyn. The Mad Trapper Shoot has recruited a number of local sponsors and volunteers to help aid in the fun family event that begins shooting Saturday morning and winds up on Sunday. Archers will shoot at 20 stations with up to 50 3-D targets over the wilderness course that utilizes all of the ranch’s 18 acres including a small pond with a flat-bottomed boat that must be paddled to an area where the archer takes dead aim at a 3-D alligator. “We try to promote it as a fun shoot, but

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Club remembers coach Buccini By Jim Bailey

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The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary and Trail Gymnastic club honoured former coach Chris Buccini with a new and fitting addition to the gym at the Greater Trail Community Centre (GTCC). After more than 50 years of accumulating ribbons, medals, trophies, and plaques, the club, with the assistance of RDKB director Mark Daines and the fine workmanship of Dan Vancougnett, finally has a place to showcase its awards. “The building was painted last summer and Dan built a beautiful trophy case for us to display our wares from competitions dating back into the 80’s when Chris Buccini was building up the club,” said Trail coach Nicola Marynowski. Buccini passed away suddenly last year after celebrating 50 years of Trail Gymnastics, and the gym at the GTCC was renamed in his honour. His legacy continues to inspire young athletes, with the club now counting over 400 members this year that will undoubtedly add to the collection. “He would be very proud to see his past gymnasts’ honoured with their awards displayed in this fitting manner,” added Marynowski. The Trail Gymnastics Club is also offering six weeks of summer camps starting July 7. See photo on Page 12.

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From left: Emily, Eric, and Kevin Koyanagi line up for some archery practice on Tuesday at the scenic Secret Creek Ranch to prep for the Mad Trapper Archery Shoot next weekend. The Shoot is a great family event and fundraiser with proceeds going to the KBRH Critical Care Campaign. we get some of the are right into it.” various prize draws, $20, for cubs ages 9-12 top shooters in the Kevin Koyanagi was and to enjoy a hearty and mini-cubs up to province in past years drawn into the sport and healthy meal. eight years is $10 and that have come and last year after his son “It’s open to the $5 respectively. There attended and shot our Eric started shoot- public,” says Mykietyn. is also a family rate, course, and they’ve ing with a friend. His “Anybody can come and archers can also made comments that nine-year-old daugh- support us for break- sign up for a one-day it is one of the tough- ter Emily soon joined fast, lunch, or din- shoot. est courses they’ve ever them, and earlier this ner on Saturday, and To participate in the shot,” said Mykietyn. month they com- breakfast and lunch on Mad Trapper Shoot, or While the course is peted in a shoot in Sunday.” reserve a steak at the challenging, a healthy Cranbrook. The shoot starts at barbecue dinner, or for crew of volunteers “It’s a great way to 8:30 a.m. on Saturday more info call Jay at met on Tuesday to spend time together with a staggered start 368-5619. clear brush and set up and do something you beginning at 9 a.m. Tickets for the Mad the course. This year all enjoy that is chal- Sunday. Various class- Trappers annual draw the course design is lenging but most of all es include Men’s and can be purchased intended to be more fun,” said Koyanagi. Ladies Bowhunter, at Canadian Tire, friendly for families, The event is high- Traditional, and Jim’s Joint, Integra says Mykietyn, while lighted by its Saturday Crossbow, Ladies Tire or the Trail Fire maintaining it’s integ- night barbecue and Unlimited, and Department. The draw rity with various levels entertainment with Men’s Freestyle and will be made on Sunday of difficulty. even more raffle prizes Unlimited as well as after the awards pres“It’s a very family drawn throughout the Cubs and Mini-Cub entation. orientated sport and sociable evening. classes. Sturdy footSecret Creek Ranch becoming more and The Mad Trappers wear, gloves, and long is located behind the more popular every invite residents to pants are recom- Wanteta Mall. Turn year. In the last four share in the event by mended. onto Devito Drive, past years there is all kinds coming out and supFor adults, the cost Rosewood Village and of people who have porting the KBRH for the weekend shoot follow the signs to the never shot before that campaign through the is $35, youth 13-17 is ranch.

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By Times Staff The B.C. Baseball Umpires Association recognized their best in blue this week awarding Trail’s Derek Green with the Junior Umpire of the Year award for the Kootenays. Green has been calling strikes at local baseball diamonds for two years now, and also plays on the Trail Orioles AA baseball team. “Derek exemplifies those qualities we need

in our junior officials,” said BCBUA representative Bill MacMillan. “He has displayed dedication, enthusiasm and dependability while working games for Trail Minor Baseball.” The BCBUA, in conjunction with Pro Image Officials Supply, recognizes a Junior Umpire of the Year for each area of the province and annually recognizes young umpires such as Derek.

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Young gymnasts from the Trail Gymnastics Club took a moment from their workout to show off the new trophy case dedicated to coach Chris Buccini who passed away last year. From left: Mark Daines, Katelyn Duckworth, Tyler Stuart, Jasmine Tanguay, Ava Echle, Zoe Belleperche, Arianna Thompson, Noah Fontes, Lily Jenkins, Chloe Salsicciolli, Alex Heale, Nicola Marynowski, and Dan Vancougnett.

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Dear Nevada: Please understand that giving up alcohol is not an easy thing for your father. We are certain he is struggling with it. Nonetheless, you should not be living with him until he can provide a stable, healthy home environment. Please look into Alateen (al-anon.alateen.org) for kids whose parents have alcohol problems. Alateen will provide information, as well as support. Dear Annie: I sent my children to a Christian school so they could get a quality education along with faith and good values. Sadly, it hasn’t been the experience I was wish-

Is your child being a bully? Are you teaching them to judge others by what they look like or how much money they have? Is this your school? -- Sad Parent in Nebraska Dear Nebraska: No school comes with a guarantee that the behavior of the parents and children will be exemplary. Bullying occurs everywhere. It is important that you teach your child how to deal with intimidating behavior from others and that school administrators and teachers are aware of the problem so they can address it. Ultimately, parents must do what is best for their children, and sometimes that means moving them to a different school where they can prosper. Dear Annie: This is for “Hurting Daughterin-Law,” whose in-laws never liked her and have cut off the grandchildren. I married my husband 54 years ago.

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ing for. This school has more bullying than a public school. Bullying is not just saying horrible things to each other or hitting. It also is being left out and not feeling welcome. Kids at this school who are not sports stars or whose families don’t have money are outsiders. The saddest part is that it is not only the students. There are also parents who refuse to acknowledge the less well-off parents at school events. Many children have transferred out of this school because of the bullying. I was taught that you treat others how you want to be treated. Each child is an individual and should be respected as such. I am sure other parents have these same concerns, but no one speaks up. I ask that all parents set a good example for their children and pay attention to what they may or may not be doing.

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a nasty surprise late in the day. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) This is an accidentprone day, so slow down and take it easy. Pay attention to everything you say and do. Travel plans will be changed, canceled or rescheduled. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Money disputes might escalate until something nasty happens this evening. You can avoid this by sidestepping these arguments. Stay in touch with details about shared property. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Arguments with close friends and partners might arise today. If you take the bait, you might be in for a real surprise this evening. It’s far better to avoid all of this. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your work routine will be interrupted late in the

day because of computer crashes, power outages, staff shortages and delays in general. This is an accident-prone day, so be careful. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Parents should be vigilant about their children, especially this evening, because this is an accidentprone day for your kids. Remove them from hazardous situations. Be aware.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Small appliances might break down today, or minor breakages could occur. Definitely, your home routine will change today and this evening. Be ready. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This is an accident-prone day for your sign, so slow down and take it easy. Be aware of everything around you. Think before you speak

or act. Forewarned is forearmed. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Keep an eye on your money and possessions today, especially this evening. Guard your possessions against loss or theft. If shopping, keep your receipts and count your change. YOU BORN TODAY You have great charisma, which allows you to rally the troops to your cause. Because you

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Bella Vista, Shavers Bench Townhomes. N/S, N/P. 2-3 bdrms. Phone 250.364.1822

Apt/Condo for Rent Come and live in a beautiful 2 bedroom condo in lovely Warfield. Available July 1st. Free Parking. $720/month. Call 250-231-5591

1252 Bay Avenue, Trail 250.368.5222 1993 Columbia Ave, Rossland 250.362.5200

Ermalinda Apartments, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S. 1-2 bdrms. Ph. 250.364.1922 E.TRAIL, 2BDRM Gyro park, heat, hot water & cable incl. $650/mo. 250-362-3316 Francesco Estates, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S, 1-3 bdrms. Phone 250.368.6761. Glenmerry 1bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $600./mo. 250-368-5908 Glenmerry 2bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $750./mo. 250-368-5908 GLENVIEW APTS. Spacious, quiet 2 bdrm. apts. available. $650./mo. 250-368-8391 Sunningdale 3bdrm apartment ground floor, no steps, private entrance. Cable & heat incl. Free use of W/D. Available July 1. Walk out to lawn, very private. Call 250368-3055

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Grand Forks Realty Ltd. TRAIL, 2BDRM. Glenmerry. Newly reno’d, perfect for senior, no stairs. N/P. Utilities included. 250-368-1312.

Floor, 2 Bdrm Top t Corner Uni

creage

House & A

Rossland 333,000

Marie-Claude

MLS#

2395423

Marie-Claude

MLS#

2393618

Marie-Claude

3.7 Acres

Trail 119,000

Marie-Claude

Rossland 998,000

n& New Kitche y ad Move in Re

G NEW LISTIN 293.5 Acres e Sub dividabl

Rossland 119,900

TRAIL: 1 bdrm suite close to downtown Shared washer and dryer $575 utilities inc. Ken: 250-442-2632 ken.dodds@yahoo.ca

MLS#

Rossland 199,900

Marie-Claude

Great Outdo Space

2398348

SOLD

Rossland $OLD

2393499

MLS#

2395984

Marie-Claude

MLS#

2390913

SOLD

WARFIELD 2bd condo totally renovated 250-362-7716

Misc Services

BEAVER VALLEY INVESTMENTS 2012 LTD. • Gravel Trucks • Rip Rap • Sand & Gravel Sales • Topsoil • Rock Walls • Site Preparation • Road Building • Paving • Custom Screening • Land Clearing • Underground Utilities • 5 Ton Excavators • 15 Ton Excavators • 25 Ton Excavators • Septic Install & Design • Bobcat

Warfield 149,000

Nathan

MLS#

2395554

Nathan

Warfield $OLD

Trail 569,000

MLS#

2391999

Rhonda

MLS#

2397469

250-505-8043 beavervalley2012@yahoo.com

Help Wanted

WANTED

CONTINUING EDUCATION

1st Trail Real Estate

Rentals

SUNNINGDALE DRIVERS WANTED

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Fruitvale 199,000

Rhonda

MLS#

2392778

Rhonda

Salmo 289,500 MLS#

Salmo 169,000

2396380

Rhonda

MLS#

2396385

PAPER CARRIERS Excellent exercise, fun for all ages.

Fruitvale

Genelle

Montrose

Route 362 20 papers 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Evergreen Ave Route 366 18 papers Beaver St, Maple Ave Route 369 15 papers Birch Ave, Johnson Rd, Redwood Dr, Rosewood Dr Route 375 12 papers Green Rd & Lodden Rd Route 379 18 papers Cole St, Nelson Ave Route 380 23 papers Galloway Rd, Mill Rd Route 381 7 papers Coughlin Rd Route 382 7 papers Debruin Rd & Staats Rd Route 384 19 papers Cedar Ave, Kootenay

Route 303 15 papers 12th Ave, 2nd St, Grandview Route 304 13 papers 12th & 14th Ave

Route 341 24 papers 10th Ave, 8th Ave, 9th Ave Route 344 17 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave Route 345 12 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave Route 347 16 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave, 9th St Route 348 19 papers 12th Ave, Christie Rd Route 346 27 papers 8th, 9th & 10th Ave Route 340 24 papers 10th Ave, 7th St, 8th St

West Trail Route 149 7 papers Binns St, McAnally St, Kitchener Ave

Warfield Route 195 12 papers Blake Crt,Whitman Way

Sunningdale Route 211 26 papers Hazelwood Dr, Olivia Cres, Viola Cres. Route 219 15 papers Hazelwood Drive

Rhonda

Call Today! 250-364-1413 ext 206

MLS#

Fruitvale 259,000

2397878

Rhonda

MLS#

Fruitvale 279,000

2398108

Rhonda

MLS#

2398110

5.1 Acres

Frutivale 164,900

Rob

MLS#

2393806

Rob

Renata 235,500 MLS#

Trail 135,000

2215924

Rob

MLS#

2393731

10 Acres

Rossland

CARRIERS NEEDED FOR ROUTES IN ALL AREAS

Trail 179,000

Frutivale 399,000

Rob

MLS#

Frutivale 229,500

2397558

Rob

MLS#

Montrose 169,000

2396677

Rob

MLS#

2397280

Nathan Kotyk 250-231-9484

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Rhonda van Tent 250-231-7575

Marie Claude Germain 250-512-1153

Jack McConnachie 250-368-5222

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TRAIL, spacious 1&2bdrm. apartment. Adult building, perfect for seniors/ professionals. Cozy, clean, quiet, comfortable. Must See. 250-3681312 WARFIELD APARTMENTS. 1&2-bdrm, N/S, N/P. Long term tenants. 250-368-5888

Small 2bdrm house, mature couple preferred. 352-0491

Rentals

Celebrate it here.

1993 25” Travelaire 5th Wheel, Excellent cond in & out, everything works, built in Red Deer, AB, $4,900 Midway BC, Cell # 928-597-1107

TRAIL, 2BD., N/S, N/P. Available immediately. 250367-7558

Happy 16th Birthday, Jessica Happy 80th Birthday Mom, the rst born in Trail in 1931 Love from Al, Kim, Chelsea, Craig, Alyssa, Bob, Sandra, Tyler & Ryan The New Year’s Baby in the early sixties is now turning the Big 50! Happy Birthday Bob! Love from all the family. Happy 50th Carol Secco Join us for a surprise party No gifts please! Please Join us in Celebrating Rosemarie (Mosie) Mandoli’s 80th Birthday! Family & friends are invited. Best wishes only. Lordy Lordy, the Newe nally turns forty! A very special 75th Birthday to Jo Bailey Love from family and friends Happy Birthday Irene Smyth Mom, Grandma, GG. Wishing you much joy and happiness on your 80th birthday Love from our hearts Your Family It’s Hallowe’en and her 50th Birthday! Come & wish Janet LaRocque at Bank of Montreal a Spooktacular 50th Birthday, Fredi, October 29, 2010 Happy 60th Birthday Henry Ralph Love All Your FamilyHappy 40th Birthday Jamie! August 15, 1970 Love, your family

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

Apartment Furnished WARFIELD. Fully furnished, all-inclusive (utilities, cable, Internet, local phone, linens, kitchen utensils). 2-bedroom. Immediate. $1000/mth. Short or long-term. 250-521-0820

Trucks & Vans 2004 Toyota Sienna. 7 passenger, well maintained/serviced. 280,000kms. Summer/winter tires with rims. Call 250-368-1867.

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Happy 60th Birthday Bruce!! Vancouver Suits You. We Miss “You”. The Girls From Your Ofce Cheryl, Louanne, Louisa, Wendy & Linda Happy 50th Birthday Didi! Mom, Dad, Dave, Malcom and all the Family Sing a song of Birthdays full of fun and cheer and may you keep on having them for many a happy year. Happy 80th Alice Wilson Love, your family Happy 13th Birthday Jaxy Chan Luv from the 2nd Avenue Clan “Look who’s 1 year old!” Proud sister Gracie Bobbitt would like to introduce her baby sister, osemarie Jolie Belle Bobbitt Born August 14, 2009 in Calgary, AB. Proud parents are Victor and Helen Bobbitt of Trail and proud grandparents are Ben and Sandy Bobbitt of Rossland and the late beloved Tom and Rosemarie Peirson, formerly of Rossland. It only took a year to let you all know! Happy 1st birthday Rosie!! We love you!” this is a birthday wish to you!

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

1358 Cedar Avenue, Trail • 250.368.8818 www.kootenayhomes.com www.century21.ca

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday June 21 11am-1pm

ICE NEW PR

STING NEW LI

GENELL GEM

Mark Wilson

250-231-5591

mark.wilson@century21.ca

Terry Alton

710 Redstone Drive, Rossland

305 - 7th Avenue, Castlegar

$425,000

Brand new spacious home a few steps from walking and x-country trails and Redstone golf course. This 4 bdrm, 3 bath home features 2 car garage with ample storage area, rec room spacious living area. Call your REALTOR® for more information or a personal tour.

2200 Highway 3B, Fruitvale

$289,000

4 bdrm Fruitvale home on 4 acres!

Call Richard (250) 368-7897

Call Terry 250-231-1101

OPEN HOUSE

REDUCE

Saturday June 21 11am-1pm

NEW

$195,000

Located close to all schools, shopping, night life, library, medical and dental offices, this Castlegar home has many upgrades. Large, flat double lot, garage, new windows, A/C, this is a great home! Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

STING NEW LI

LISTING

910 Tamarack Cres, Genelle

$370,000

250-231-1101 1643 McQuarrie Street, Trail

$109,000

4 bdrm 3 bath, A/C, U/G sprinklers, gorgeous landscaping, double garage, shop, huge rec room, spacious master with 4 pc ensuite, gas f/p. Roof in 2006, level entrance, main floor laundry. Wow. This is a fabulous home!

A snug little house with newer flooring and paint on main and new carpet and drywall in the basement. Excellent Location.

Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

Call Jodi (250) 231-2331

TADANAC STING NEW LI

STING NEW LI

terryalton@shaw.ca

Tonnie Stewart

250-365-9665

tonniestewart@shaw.ca

Jodi Beamish 250-231-2331

jodi.beamish@century21.ca

Mary Martin

250-231-0264

mary.martin@century21.ca

1274 Paquette Drive, Trail

966 Upper China Creek Road, Genelle

3 Bdrm / 2 bath. Updated mechanical, insulation, interior walls, roof and flooring. Newer appliances and laundry on the main.

Ultimate executive rancher ! Like new 3 bed/3 bath home with open floor plan custom kitchen, fireplace, 3-car garage and much more!! Call your REALTOR® today!

This 4 bed/1 bath home offers privacy and 2 acres! Many upgrades! (wiring, plumbing, heating, roof, fencing, landscaping). Call your REALTOR® now to view.

Call Jodi (250) 231-2331

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Thinking of moving?

Draw Date Friday, June 27!

303 McAnnaly Street, Trail

$124,900

STING NEW LI

$539,000

STING NEW LI

328 Murray Drive, Warfield

760 Shakespeare Street, Warfield

Plenty of potential but needs some TLC. Home features new laminate, sun porch, dining room, 2 bdrms and a gas fireplace. Take a look today!

Beautifully renovated! New insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, kitchen, electrical and plumbing. Quick possession available!

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

$89,000

$179,000

$269,000

Call me for a FREE market evaluation today! Call Art (250) 368-8818

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, June 21

11am-1pm 1211 Primrose Street, Trail

$189,000

WOW- super clean and very modem 3 bdrm./2 bath corner unit townhouse with central air-Fully fenced back yard that is completely landscaped-covered patio for entertainment and relaxation -carport and paved driveway - many new updates.. Call Mark (250) 231-5591

For additional information and photos on all of our listings, please visit

www.kootenayhomes.com

103 Ritchie Avenue, Tadanac

308 Kootenay Avenue, Tadanac

4 bdrm 3 bath home with lots of bright living space. Good parking with double garage on an expansive flat lot. Call for your personal viewing.

4 bdrm home with circular driveway. Large windows, fireplace, library and sun-room. The yard is stunning and private. Call for your personal viewing.

$349,000

We are holding a draw to give away a new

$329,000

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Richard Daoust

250-368-7897

richard.daoust@century21.ca

Mary Amantea

250-521-0525

mamantea@telus.net

Bill Craig

250-231-2710

bill.craig@century21.ca

Deanne Lockhart

250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca

Art Forrest

250-368-8818 c21art@telus.net

Christine Albo 250-512-7653

christine.albo@century21.ca

Dave Thoss

250-231-4522

dave.thoss@century21.ca

Dan Powell

Christina Lake 250-442-6413

powelldanielk@gmail.com

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