Castlegar News, August 14, 2014

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City labour woes linger BETSY KLINE Castlegar News

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There is still no agreement between the City of Castlegar and CUPE Local 2262. As a way of further stating their case, Castlegar city workers showed up in force at Monday night’s city council meeting. The workers were accompanied

by CUPE Communications Representative, Murray Bush.

Leaflets handed out by the union stated, “Our goal is not to disrupt services but to press city hall to bargain in good faith for a fair and reasonable collective agreement.”

Local CUPE President Leford Lafayette stated, “We want to get out to residents that we do not want to strike. Contact mayor and council and ask them to look at giving our workers a fair collective agreement.”

Mr. Lafayette stated the outstanding issues were contracting out, management doing bargaining unit work and some concessions. He said, “I am not attaching a timeline.

There are some time limits; we have to set 72 hour strike notice before too long. But we are hoping the employer will get back to the table.”

According to Lafayette the CUPE Local 2262

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Members of the Robson Community Choir provided a musical contribution, with moving renditions of Simon and Garfunkel’s ‘Sounds of Silence’ and John Lennon’s ‘Imagine.’

Pictured, from left, are Dawn Graham, April Tellier, Jeannie Tellier, Deb Martens, Eve Reddicopp.

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Solemn observance at Mir Centre for Peace

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Brought together to pay tribute to lives lost in the 1945 nuclear blast over Hiroshima, Japan, approximately 100 people converged on the grounds

of the Mir Centre for Peace on August 6, the 69th anniversary of the incident that shortly preceded the end of the Second World War. “From infants to the elderly,” read speaker Walter Swetlikoff from a prepared text, “tens of

thousands of innocent civilians lost their lives in a single day. By the end of the year, 140,000 had died. To avoid forgetting that sacred sacrifice, and to prevent the repetition of that tragedy, please listen to the voices of the survivors.”

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The driver and lone occupant of a small school bus, outfitted for private use, lost control of the vehicle just north of the Bombi Summit in the mid-afternoon of Sunday, August 10. The bus was westbound at the time.

No other vehicles were involved and police at the scene reported that the driver was walking and talking and did not appear to have any broken bones. He was, however, taken to hospital as a precaution.

There were thankfully no serious injuries reported after the August 10 incident east of Castlegar.

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Strong turnout of CUPE members was on hand for August 11 Castlegar City Council meeting.

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is “…willing and ready to return to the table for meaningful talks at any time and we look forward to hearing from your bargaining committee.”

The city would like to see the union respect the fact that it is funded by the taxpayers and has a responsibility to them. Castlegar’s Chief Administrative Officer, John Malcolm, stated in a press release, “Our strong financial standing is a result of years of prudent

budgeting and spending by council and staff and a reflection of the priorities and direction offered by the people of Castlegar. Our current offer balances the priorities of taxpayers with the needs of employees for a fair and reasonable contract.”

If the employer’s final offer is accepted, it will mean the city works will have received a 22.25 per cent wage increase since 2008. The final offer includes a retroactive 5.75 per cent wage increase over four years,

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increases to extended health benefits, the optical plan and meal allowances.

Also included are improvements to vacation and banked time carry-over, grievance handling and labour-management relations. Details of the city’s final offer can be found at www.castlegar.ca/strike.

The city has offered reassurance that in the case of a strike, all city facilities including city hall, civic works, the fire hall and RCMP will remain open.

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posed pathway along Con- ing gravel shoulder, so there nors Road, council decided will be very little vegetation Castlegar News to amend their motion to loss.” Regarding speed and A larger than normal award the contract subject safety issues at the railroad group attended the regular to discussion with residents crossing he stated, “There City Council meeting of Au- of Connors Road. Mr. Phil- will be gates at the crossing gust 11. lips expressed concerns over so skateboarders and cyclists About 45 people consist- loss of vegetation and green would have to go through ing of Castlegar city workers space, safety issues, speed of the gates, so they could not and their friends and family users, drainage and clean-up go across with a speed that showed up to make a state- responsibilities. The city will would be a concern.” ment about the breakdown be arranging a meeting in With $3,000 remaining of labour negotiations be- the future and believes it can in the annual grants budtween the workers and the answer the residents’ con- get, Council approved three city. During question peri- cerns and resolve some mis- grant requests. The Castleod, CUPE Local 2262 Presi- conceptions. Chris Barlow, gar Quilters guild received dent Leford Lafayette stated, Director of Transportation $300 to assist with the cost “With a show of good faith and Civic Works, addressed of hosting the Castlegar ������������������������ ��������������������������������������� and the city’s cooperation, a few of the concerns.

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Council passed a bylaw updating development cost charges for the city. Phil Markin reported that the increases are not large and the costs are on the low end of the scale when compared with other local municipalities. The bylaw must now go to the Inspector of Municipalities for approval.

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It’s a mayor’s life Castlegar News

Have you ever wondered what a small town mayor does every day? The answer may surprise you as the job is much more involved than it appears on the surface. The average day in the life of the mayor is anything but average as the agenda is different every day.

Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff usually arrives at City Hall at 8:30 a.m. on weekdays.

This is the most predictable part of the day. Keeping up with all the paperwork in his job takes about three hours a day. The mayor is responsible for signing all of the cheques the city disperses. Before signing, he looks them over to ensure they are accurate and there are no discrepancies. The mayor must also sign any contract or agreement the city enters into; requiring him to give everything a last inspection before finalizing the document. The paperwork continues with multiple reports and preparations for City Council and committee meetings. Another aspect of the paperwork is writing letters to a variety of recipients ranging from government ministries to local citizens. He also must write official correspondence on behalf of the city.

Mayor Chernoff summed it up, “There are always things to read, stuff to keep up on, paperwork, people sending emails, doing the routine stuff and overseeing policies.”

Depending on the day of the month, the mayor’s agenda may include a meeting with the Regional District of Central Kootenay of which he is Vice Chair or the Highway 3 Mayor’s Coalition of which he is the Chairman. The Mayor also sits on the West Kootenay Transportation Board; is the Chair of the City of Castlegar Green Committee, Stage IV labour/Manage-

ment Committee, Emergency Committee and sits on the Recreation Committee for good measure. Preparing for these meetings takes many hours.

Mayor Chernoff (L) with Councillor Kevin Appointments Chernoff doing stage duty at recent Kootealso take up a nay Festival.

Jim Sinclair photo portion of each day; meeting with everyone The Millennium Ponds projfrom newspaper reporters and ect and the grand opening celbusiness leaders to city staff ebrations have been requiring and concerned citizens. “I like attention, but Mayor Chernoff to have people come see me in said of the ponds, “You feel the my office,” says the mayor. “I’d excitement in the community sooner talk to you face to face and that makes me extremely than send an email back and proud.” forth, sometimes it’s hard to The mayor’s overall philosotranslate an email. I like to look phy for doing his job could be at you and read you as things go summed up with his statement, along.”

“When the Council sits down This is definitely not a nine- and we look at what we are doto-five job. Many meetings ing, we’re trying to see what’s take place at night. The mayor best for the community and attends three or four evening that has really been my goal. meetings or events each week.

How do I make things better, Anytime you talk with May- for my grandchildren, the famor Chernoff about his job, his ilies, or whoever? You have to love and passion for what he make it better.” does is obvious. The part of the Chernoff must also spend job he likes best is getting out of part of his day dealing with the office and talking to the citi- critics. He says he has learned zens and businesses that make to deal with criticism by lookup our community. ing at the subject in question “My job is to promote the and analyzing it to see if it is for community,” he outlined, “and the overall good to the majority I do that in the utmost way. I of citizens. really try to build, when I meet The mayor has spent many with Ministries or whoever, the years in the people business. He greater Castlegar area, the West was a paramedic for 29 years Kootenays. I think it is impor- and has been in politics for the tant for everyone to know that last 25 years, including nine to work in isolation really does years as Mayor of Castlegar. not work. It is my job to sell the “I’m still dealing with peocity to anyone I can and to try ple, and still enjoying it. My and promote the city.” greatest satisfaction is to see The mayor also represents what is happening in the comthe city at social and cultural munity, and over time things events. He recently spent time are improving. It is a great place as MC at the Kootenay Festival. to live. I see the growth, I see Maintaining the relationship things are happening, we’re with our sister city in Japan progressive and always looking Applied Leadership: April 1 also takes time, especially whenModuleto1 the future. It’s the future that Ukulele for Beginners: Module 2: Get Going!

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Editorial

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

Cooling off the competitive fires

Successful people have likely got a certain competitive drive that keeps them moving in the right direction. The drive is transferrable to whatever the task they’re faced with at any given moment–a casual sporting pastime or the more serious business negotiation.

Compromise does not exist on the field of play, but it certainly does in the real world.

The more lives directly affected by certain negotiations, the more important it is to balance the need to win with the need to settle.

Take a collective bargaining process, for example.

Each side is led by a reasonably successful group of people–those who are accustomed to seeing things turn out their way. But, again, unlike the world of sports, barring ties, win-win scenarios are not only possible, but desirable.

It sounds much simpler than it is, but the only way for a win-win is for each to ease up on its demands.

An outright desire to win at any cost can bring a mixed blessing along with a triumph, possibly tainting the victory with many years of hard feelings and lost productivity.

On the field of play, winning the right way is important. Good sportsmanship and respect for the opponent turns the contest into something truly worthwhile, verging on noble.

There are, again, direct parallels to real life, and real business.

The long and the short of it is this: compromise from each side, whether we’re talking teachers and government, or CUPE and the City of Castlegar) can grease the skids to get productive work happening again and put a start to the healing process.

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Off the Line - Karen Haviland

All things in moderation

Where have all the children gone?

There was a time when our ball fields and basketball courts were alive with the sound of children laughing, playing and yes, even fighting. That was the background music of my youth.

I sometimes wonder if I am turning into the old fuddy-duddy that as a teen I promised myself I would never become. You know who I mean-the grumbling, complaining and crabby senior who sits around and analyzes and complains about everything.

I guess that could apply to me to some degree when it comes to today’s youth and what I perceive as a shameful over-reliance on electronics. That over-reliance, I believe, is evident in our empty ball courts, ball fields and playgrounds.

Organized sports? Where? You could fool me as I sadly look upon those former bastions of carefree childhood play free of iPods, tablets or the latest iPhone.

A 16-year-old nephew of mine, who is quite physically active, and I recently had a conversation regarding just that.

He likes to stay active and he likes the competition of organized sports. It’s not that he has to win, it’s that he likes to compete. This nephew told me that he often gets frustrated with his peers who don’t care for sports and would Theresa Hodge Office Manager

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rather while away their time inside the house playing games or texting their friends. He feels like he is an anomaly and is puzzled that his friends and peers would rather spend their time paying attention to their electronics than paying attention to their friends.

I don’t know about you, but when I was a child my parents would kick us outside to play whenever they had the opportunity to do so, good weather or bad. It didn’t matter to them.

What mattered was that their children were being active, breathing fresh air, sucking up the sunshine or playing in puddles.

We had a television, which I guess was quite novel back then and, in a way, equates to today’s electronics in that if allowed, we could easily have become addicted to it. But we weren’t allowed.

Television viewing was tightly controlled by our parents. First off, it was never watched until all our chores and homework were done. Period. No exceptions. Ever. When we were allowed to watch TV, the shows were of my parents’ choosing (think Ed Sullivan, Perry Mason and Dragnet) and our viewing time was limited to only an hour or so a night. That included the weekends. On those days our folks kicked us outside to play. There was no watching television, AKA the boob

tube, in a dark house on a sunny day.

The real novelty was that because we didn’t have a fancy electronic to distract us we gravitated more towards group activities and were thus forced to interact with others. We honed our social skills on the ball fields and one-on-one conversations with real people in real scenarios. Our best friend wasn’t our cell phone. Our best friend actually held conversations with us and came to our rescue when needed. They were real.

There’s much to be said about today’s technology and electronics. I fully understand that such devices are an integral part of life, but must they be the be-all and end-all for growing children? For that matter must it be the be-all and end-all for adults?

There is nothing I abhor more than speaking with someone (adults included) who doesn’t hear a word I say because they are too busy checking their texts, answering the phone or even playing a game.

Sometimes I long for those uncomplicated days minus cell phones, hand held devices, caller ID and voice mail.

But then, there are the days when the GPS earns her keep and I realize that electronics are here to stay. It’s up to us to find the perfect balance.

As my mother used to say, “All things in moderation.”

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

On the Connors pathway topic

Editor: In the late summer/early fall of 2012 the residents of Connors Road learned of a proposal to make a walkway/ bike path on the west side of Connors Road. The route would ultimately turn in the 1900 Block of Connors Road and cross CPR property, joining up with the Trail loop of the Hwy #3 interchange and continuing along to the Chamber of Commerce. I wrote to the City of Castlegar with my concerns regarding the crossing on CPR property and proposed an alternate route. I also contacted CPR in Calgary. They stated at that time that they were unaware of this proposal.

We heard nothing further from the City of Castlegar. To my surprise a short while back I read in the Castlegar News an item which included the awarding of a grant to the City of Castlegar monies for the walkway bike path on Connors Road. Thereafter there

were a couple of other articles including a small map and the fact that the City of Castlegar had been putting money aside for this project for a number of years. During this time there were numerous contractors working on bids to tender to the City. Chris Barlow of the City of Castlegar came to my residence and he and I looked at my concerns regarding the location of the pathway crossing of the CPR railway tracks. Although he listened to what I had to say it was obvious that this would be where the crossing was going. On Monday, August 11 a Connors Road resident asked city council to reconsider this project and meet with the neighbourhood. On Wednesday, August 13 an envelope from the City of Castlegar arrived in my mailbox. It was a map of the proposed pathway and a letter from Chris Barlow inviting us to walk the route of the proposed pathway with him, when he could

“...hopefully address any questions or concerns that might arise from the construction.”

The walk is set for this Friday at 3:00 p.m., only two days notice. This letter was only delivered to the homes fronting Connors Road and not to the residents of Riverside Crescent, who have to use Connors Road to access their homes. Is this really the type of response we should consider appropriate from our elected officials and the employees of the City of Castlegar? I do not believe so. I have no illusions that anything will come of this action.

The contract for this pathway was awarded Monday night after the prior presentation. But residents need to be aware of the way the City is conducting their business, in the best interest of the community as a whole.

John Shirley 1915 Connors Road Castlegar

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6th Annual Parade of Programs Wed Sept 10th If your group would like to participate – contact the Recreation Office Free to participate!

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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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Mon: 10 a.m. Darts 1 p.m. Whist Tue: 9:30 a.m. Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling; 1 p.m. crafts 7 p.m. pool Wed: 9:30 a.m. floor curling 7 p.m. rummoli Thur: 9 a.m. floor curling 1 p.m. bingo 1 p.m. crib/bridge Open weekdays 9-4 for coffee

Thursday, August 14, 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.

shoes, bedding, linens,books & household items. SUMMER HOURS 10:00 a.m. to l:00 p.m. from until Sept. 2. ( Closed Sundays & Mondays) BAG SALE $5.00 ( grocery size bag) Aug. 5-9. We accept clean donations and thank the community for support. summer at the skatepark: Free

drop-in skateboard coaching at Castlegar Rotary Skatepark.

Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until August 29.

Free helmets, pads and skateboards FMI https://www.facebook.com/summerattheskatepark

Ongoing

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for whatever time you can give.

Visit our website www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org in person: 210 - 11th Avenue downtown Phone 250-365-7317.

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.

Robson Flea Market: Summer schedule – Sundays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - plan is to be open every weekend through the summer with great homestyle breakfast offered until food runs out (usually about noon). Vendors offer a wide variety including col-

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the stairs. Donation cheques payable to Community Harvest Food Bank can be mailed to: 301 32nd Street V1N 3S6. Food donations can be dropped off on any of these days at St David’s Church – 250608-2227.

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

berry Creek Community School.

Fun, safe night for a movie, games/ sports/hanging out. Grades K - 5, 6:30 - 8 p.m. and grades 6 up, 8 - 10 p.m. See B.C.C.S. facebook page for more info or phone 250-365-7201.

USCC Cultural Interpretive Society meets Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m. 1 p.m. at the Doukhobor Arts and Crafts Centre, 820 Markova Rd., beside Brilliant Cultural Centre.

BC Senior Games Slo pitch teams will practice at Haley park Sunday nights at 6 p.m. all summer.

Anyone who will be 55 years old

by Dec 31, 2012 is eligible. Please bring a ball glove and ball shoes (running shoes are acceptable but not advisable).

FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING for problem gambling; Castle-

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Castlegar concerts in the park

Shows start, 7 p.m. at Kinnarid Park on Wednesdays.

Aug. 20 – Ray Boulaine & Don Birch - country, blues Aug. 27 – Motes & Oates award winning folk duo.

August 21-23 & Sept. 26-28:

Equine Empowerment Camps are being offered for West Kootenay area youth from ages 5-19 free of charge.

These camps are sponsored by Columba Basin Trust, Arrow Lakes Therapeutic Riding Association and Pass Creek Regional Exhibition Society.

Camp dates are August 21 to 23 and Sept. 26 to 28. Space is limited. If you are interested or know someone who maybe interested in attending this very special Therapeutic Riding Camp please contact jessica@ arrowlakesTRA.com or call 250-551-7411.

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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.

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Castlegar Farmers’ Market at the Station Museum. Call Deb at 365-6440 to book a spot.

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

The treasure shop: Offering quality goods in a cool and comfortable environment.

Please mark your calendars for the Grand Opening celebrating our second floor offering an elevator as well as a staircase for access upstairs. The date is Wednesday, August 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments and sweet treats.

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lectibles, homebaked goodies, jams, crafted items, household goods and more. Loonie table has great bargains. Tables are $5 each, please call Elke (250) 3657022 to book or leave a message with phone number on our Facebook page www.facebook. com/RobsonFleaMarket.

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.

The “Bridge” – Do you have questions? Join us for music, discussion, refreshments; 1st Tues. ea. month, 7 p.m, Kinnaird Church of God, 2404 Columbia Ave, Castlegar – held tfn at CCF, 1801 Connors Rd. Call Donna at 250-304-2929.

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

Mike, 250-304-2330; Tues. at 7 p.m.

(Dennis 250-365-2738); Wed. at 7 p.m., (Fay at 250-687-0484. Thurs. at 8 p.m. (Jim at 250-365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m (Len at 365-7805).

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 in the basement of St. David’s Anglican Church 614 Christina Place, around back and down

al-anon meets every Monday night for people whose lives have been affected by someone’s drinking. Mondays 8-9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) More info: Donna 250-365-3168 or Eileen 250365-3674.

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W.K. Yoga For MS Support Group. Mondays, 1:30 - 3 p.m., Castlegar Library, lower level. Free.

Sponsored by WK MS Society for its members/care providers. Call Lonnie Facchina 1-866-352-3997. or email info@westkootenay@mssociety.ca or Janice Ferraro, at 250365-5428, email janice@underthesunyoga.ca English as a Second Language programs Classes for adults, Conversation Club, Family Dropin for families with young children, 1 to 1 tutoring. Free. More info call Corinne at 250-687-4714.

New to Canada? Settlement services provides eligible newcomers with information about community services or preparing for citizenship. Call 250-687-4714 or email castlegarsettlement@cbal.org.

Ongoing: KPKids is a free program for kids in Kindergarten to Gr. 4 Wed. from 6:30-8 p.m. at Kinnaird Park Community Church.

Also a program for youth Gr. 5 - 7 called KPJY Registration upon arrival, drop in’s welcome.

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Topping off the Treasure Shop jim sinclair Castlegar News Editor

The Castlegar and District Hospital Auxiliary Society kept its expansion options open when its new rock-solid facility was built in at 210 11th Avenue back in 2007. Their contractor, Cyril Sookachoff had finished the building in such a way that a second story could be added at a later date if the society so chose. They have since so chosen. Today there is twice as much to draw the value hounds and they’re making an appropriately big deal out of it.

They’re inviting you to an official grand opening celebration for the twice-as-nice Treasure Shop on Wednesday, August 20.

The store, as it appears today, is light years beyond it’s humble beginnings, as Hospital Auxiliary Society Chair Nettie Stupnikoff explained

during an early morning tour before the store opened on August 7.

“When we got started people suggested we should go with two floors right off the bat. But being cautious, we thought it would be better to see how the first floor would do, and if that was going to work and there was interest in such a shop in our community, then we’d look at expanding.”

The completed structure, including an elevator and central air conditioning, is now ready to meet the needs and wants of the public as well as offering a more spacious and comfortable environment for the 60+ volunteers who operate the store.

The second floor houses ladies wear, and more closely resembles a high-end retail outlet than a thrift store. It’s the icing on the cake, so to speak, and the crowning glo-

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ry of the store having the big opening event on August 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

Nettie Stupnikoff has a lot of people to thank for the way things have gone for the Treasure Shop, and at the top of the list are members of the public who support the Hospital Auxiliary funding source. “Because after all,” she concluded, “all the money raised is for health care and it all stays in the community.”

Congratulations Kristy Gienger

Kristy received a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Intreprenurial Management from Royal roads University in Victoria BC, June 2014.

Kristy is the daughter of Fred and Leona Sherbinin of Tarry’s BC, and granddaughter of Tilda Sherbinin and Mary Davidoff. Kristy’s parents and her husband Tyler attended her graduation ceremony in Victoria earlier this summer. We are all so very proud of your achievement!

Summer groove seasons Kinnaird evening jim sinclair Castlegar News Editor

Clean and simple, well-balanced and just punchy enoughClinton Swanson and Friends filled Kinnaird Park with high-quality tone and rhythm on August 6.

Instrumentally and vocally, the value of the years they’ve put in was plain to hear.

Whatever combination or permutation these Nelson-based veterans perform in, the listener knows it’s a premium product being served.

Next up at the popular weekly outdoor showcase (7:00 p.m.

Wednesdays until August 27) was another talented group of guys, mostly from the Nelson area.

Left to right: Billy Mendoza, Tony Ferraro, Clinton Swanson and Kelly Fawcett. Jim Sinclair photo

Mountain Station, a five-piece Bluegrass band featuring various combinations of vocals, guitar, fiddle, banjo, dobro, bass and

mandolin played on August 13. The August 20 show will feature country and blues courtesy of Ray Boulaine & Don Birch.

BE WATER WISE THIS SUMMER! SPRINKLING REGULATIONS 2014

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250-352-5331 Aug 15th - Mindil Beach w/ Hot Knox & Catalyst Aug 16th - Big Sam’s Funky Nation w/ Lint Aug 22nd - Tofu Stravinsky & Buckman Coe MarketFest Afterparty Aug 23rd - Sweet Pickle w/Wallis & DJ Volpix

EFFECTIVE JUNE 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15, 2014 SPRINKLING AND CAR WASHING IS PERMITTED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5:00 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. AND 5:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M. Water Sprinkling is Restricted to Every Second Day (a) Residents at “odd number” addresses water on “odd number” calendar days; and (b) Residents at “even number” addresses water on “even number” calendar days.

Aug 28th - Yuk Yuk’s Comedy w/Damonde Tschritter & Hunter Collins Aug 29th - Five Alarm Funk w/ guests Aug 30th - Kootenay Pride Celebration Sep 5th - Moontricks Sep 6th - Road Kings Rooftop Dance w/Eddy & The Stingrays Sep 12th - Sonny Rhodes Sep 13th - Desert Dwellers Presented by AreaOne Events & SpiritFest Sep 19th - eMC feat. Masta Ace, Stricklin, Wordsworth & Punchline Sep 20th - Ryan Wells w/ Yard Sale Sep 24th - Beach House w/ guests

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Summer can present special problems for Castlegar's water system. During the summer season, daily residential water use can increase by as much as 200% primarily because of lawn and garden watering as well as car washing.

Our residential water is pumped from the Arrow Lakes to reservoirs, from which water is supplied to residents. Excessive sprinkling during summer months reduces the water contained in our reservoirs.

Even if the system has adequate supply, it may not be able to pump the water fast enough during this peak demand period to maintain storage for firefighting purposes.

Castlegar is attempting to stop the increase in water usage by restricting use during the summer months.

This year citizens are being asked to sprinkle on odd or even days, according to their residential address. Watering will be permitted from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. each day.

Residents who use a water regulating system (e.g. timers and underground sprinkler system with timers) shall be exempted from the regulations, providing they do their outdoor watering between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. on an alternating day basis. The reasoning behind this exemption is that timers and underground sprinkling systems allow the user to water during the coolest part of the day, hence less water is required and their sprinkling times should be shorter. Please advise City Hall at 365-7227 if you have a water regulating system.

A fine of $50.00 will be levied for non-compliance to the water regulations.

However, under special circumstances, an exemption permit can be obtained at City Hall, 460 Columbia Avenue during regular office hours. Reasons for exemption include the following: a new residential lawn, a means of controlling dust, watering within a construction or building project.

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of MNBC for 12 years and in that time has worked towards forging important relationships like the one at Selkirk College. Before signing the document, Dumont spoke about the importance education can play in the lives of Aboriginal people. “Education opens many doors and that is something I have seen in my life,� he said. “I come from a family of 10, we have lawyers and doctors and educators.�

Graeme acknowledges that for many people in Canada, the historical failures of the education system are not easy to overcome. “There is often an understandable distrust of post-secondary education because of what has happened over many generations,� said Graeme. “Post-secondary institutions have to step forward, support reconciliation efforts and commit to providing culturally respectful and safe learning environments.�

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Along with Taks, there are currently four other staff who work in the Healing our Spirits Mental Health and Addictions Program (funded by Interior Health) and the Aboriginal Family Services Development Program (funded by the Ministry of Children and Family Development).

On the near horizon is a West Kootenay and Boundary Aboriginal Early Years Program funded by the Ministry of Children and Family Development in partnership with Kootenay Kids Society, Kootenay Family Place, and Boundary Family and Individual Services Society. This program will bring culture and services to early years centres and Aboriginal families with children aged newborn to six.

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Better support and respect of Aboriginal learners has been pledged by Selkirk College earlier this summer.

College representatives were joined by Metis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) officials and local Metis leaders in late-June at the Gathering Place on the Castlegar Campus. The Metis Learners Protocol, which defines a pathway to strengthen the partnership, was officially endorsed.

The document acknowledges “the need for improved levels of participation and the success for Metis learners in post-secondary education and training in British Columbia and beyond.� “The Gathering Place is a place where students can network and meet other Aboriginal people where they have a comfort level and that’s very important because people are afraid to identify at times,� said Bruce Dumont, President of the MNBC. “It’s really important that people know their history, know their culture and know their ancestry. It’s been problematic for the Metis for many years because of the resistance where people go underground and don’t identify.�

The Gathering Place is the hub for Selkirk College’s Aboriginal Services programming.

Opened in 2012, the Gathering Place provides Aboriginal students with a place to meet, celebrate culture, conduct ceremony, study and relax. “It’s about valuing the different ways of knowing that cultures bring to the educational process,� said Selkirk College President Angus Graeme.

Bruce Dumont has been the president

“This is the first time such a conference has been offered in our region,� Taks described, “and it was well attended with 34 youth/women from across the West Kootenay and Boundary region.�

Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff and Kootenay West M.L.A. Katrine Conroy welcomed attendees to the event funded by the provincial Ministry of Justice. A special guest for the occasion was Brenda McIntyre-Medicine Song Woman from Toronto who offered teachings and healing circles. “This conference was so important for our community and I feel privileged to have witnessed the awakening of spirits and hearts of the women throughout the three days,�

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Left: Karen Grieve and Jacquie Hamilton occupy the breezeway near the Selkirk Spinners and Weavers Guild premises at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre. The occasion was the Castlegar/ Robson/Beasley leg of the Columbia Basin Culture Tour on August 10. Middle: Ted Crosfield in his Ootischenia shop on August 10. Right: Linda Crosfield at the nerve centre of her creative quarters.

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British Columbians start driving at an early age.

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Vancouver Island Motor Gathering on Sunday at the Viscount Aero Centre, at 9800 McDonald Park Road, in Sidney.

Dodgem cars are not the recommended way to learn how to drive as the intent is to ram into as many others as possible! Despite the moniker, that’s what I found to be the aim when I got behind the wheel of what were called bumper cars

back in the 1960s.

However, the pedal cars from the Tom Thumb Safety Program teach traffic and pedestrian safety to children from five to eight years old and thus introduces hundreds of kids every year to the joys of being at the wheel.

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It promises four-wheel fun for the entire family and raises money for the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island and the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation.

‘Big kids’ will enjoy casting their eyes over hundreds of spectacular cars, motorcycles and even some airplanes. Rare examples of the Porsche 904, 2006 Ford GT, and

Royce Silver Spirit II, that the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation will be auctioning off. Fewer than 300 were made that year and this car has only 86,000 km on the clock.

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Pictured from left: Kim Morris, Castlegar Rotary President, committee member and partner; Ron Armbruster, committee member; Darlene Kalawsky, committee member; Marvin Smith, President Castlegar Sunrise Rotary, partner; Dave Grantham, Castlegar Minor Soccer Assn. partner, Mayor Lawrence Chernoff, City of Castlegar and partner; Leni Normington, rep. Heritage C/U partner; Forrest Drinnan, rep. KSCU partner; Back: Fred Hughes, committee member; Dave Kravski, committee co-chair). Additional partners Zellstoff-Celgar, WSA Engineering, Area J Regional District and CBT. Jim Sinclair photo

Celgar Pavilion soon to take shape

JIM SINCLAIR Castlegar News Editor

A lot was happening on August 4 at Millennium Park.

The ponds certainly were a focal point but the major events continued following the unveiling.

A significant park addition yet to come was officially kicked off with the ‘golden shovel’ ground breaking for the combination concession/

picnic/storage facility—the Celgar Pavilion to take shape north of the ponds adjacent to the current changing facilities.

The Rotary-spawned plan is in the advanced stages of design and development and has received important and generous backing, financial and otherwise, from entities including Zellstoff Celgar, The City of Castlegar, Columbia Basin Trust, Heritage Credit Union; Kootenay Savings

Credit Union, RDCK Area “J.” Rotary Pavilion-committee co-chair Dave Kravski made sure to acknowledge the financial contributions of both local Rotary Clubs as well as the important help from WSA Engineering and Castlegar Minor Soccer Association.

The project now waits only for detailed plans and building permits before work can begin and those are expected within a matter or weeks.

40TH ANNUAL ALL BREED CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOW

Pictured above - Am Can Int’l Ch Mostabears Coalminers Daughter (Loretta), owned by Glenda Minor, Bred & Handled by Christine Grouhel, Best Veteran in Tournament, Vernon July 4, 2014.

The West Kootenay Kennel Club is hosting their 40th annual All Breed Championship Dog Show, Obedience and Rally Obedience trials. The show will be held at the Castlegar Community Church Field (the old Kinnaird Middle School) in Castlegar, BC. August 15th, 16th & 17th, 2014.

Four All Breed shows will start Friday August 15th running through to Sunday August 17th. There will be 2 shows Friday, the first starting at 8:00 am and the second starting at 1:00 pm. Saturday and Sunday there will be one show per day starting at 8:00 am.

Four Obedience and four Rally Obedience trials will be held Saturday and Sunday starting at 8:00 am. Saturday following Best In Show will be a new event, Scent Hurdling competition. Saturday evening will be our famous “bring your own meat” BBQ. Many raffle prizes and silent auction items will be offered throughout the shows and will be given out at the BBQ. The public is invited to come out and watch the dogs work and join us in celebrating our 40th anniversary.

There is no charge for spectators. The Lions Club concession will be open all weekend. Come check out the vendors booths. Please leave your pets at home where they will be comfortable from the heat. Only dogs entered in the shows will be allowed on the show grounds.

Donna Konkin with her Papillion Ch Merit Topflite Won ‘N Only (D’hani) with Judge Dianne Ivey, Group 3rd, Vernon, July 4, 2014.

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EMBRACE YOUR ORAL HEALTH FOR BETTER OVERALL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING health habits, dexterity range, stress level, medical condition(s), allergies and medications you take when designing treatment plans for you. By sharing this information with your RDH they can provide you with appropriate oral care recommendations, referrals and The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association recently suggest the most beneficial appointment frequency. released the following statement “I am a dental hygienist. I educate and empower Canadians to embrace their Did you know the type of dental products you use could oral health for better overall health and well-being”. potentially aggravate your medical condition or irritate This declaration serves to promote registered dental your oral tissues? hygienists (RDH) as valued primary oral health care Some toothpaste, mouthwash and other dental prodproviders, not just “teeth cleaners”. ucts contain gluten. Gluten or “glue” is a protein found RDH meticulously reviews your overall health status by in wheat and related grains. Gluten gives a chewy texasking you questions about your lifestyle habits, oral ture and helps maintain shape so it is frequently added Have you ever wondered why your dental hygienist asks you such detailed questions about your overall health, when you thought you were “just” having your teeth cleaned?

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to food, plastics, cosmetics and even many dental products. If a person is sensitive to gluten, even a small amount of gluten can potentially cause stomach upset and diarrhea. People who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should be aware that there are gluten-free dental product options.

An ingredient called sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) which acts as a foaming agent is found in many types of toothpaste. SLS can irritate canker sores and surrounding oral tissues, and studies have shown SLS may increase the frequency of cancer sores even within the general population. People who have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease tend to develop aphthous ulcers or “canker sores” during a flare-up of intestinal inflammation and may benefit from using toothpaste that excludes SLS. Others that may benefit from using SLSfree toothpaste include but are not limited to: Sjogren’s syndrome (may also want to use gluten-free products) or anyone with a reduced salivary flow and people that have been diagnosed with lichen planus.

Many mouthwashes contain alcohol which may aggravate oral tissues. People that have reduced saliva flow, certain health conditions such as asthma and people taking certain medications should be using an alcohol-free mouthwash. The sugar substitute aspartame found in many chewing gums can also irritate an existing dry mouth condition. If you have reduced saliva flow or suffer from dry mouth, chew gum or use mints that contain the sugar substitute xylitol as xylitol increases saliva flow in the mouth.

By understanding the potential side effects or complications and knowing there are many dental product options available, allows you and your RDH to select the products that are best suited for you. Many dental offices carry these more specialized dental products for your convenience.

Your mouth is connected to the rest of the body and what enters the mouth or resides in your mouth can affect anything from your head down to your toes.

Studies have found that some strains of bacteria which cause gum disease increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, lung disease, kidney failure, premature and underweight births, diabetes (increase glucose levels) and most recently, increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Are you presently on or off the “flossing wagon”? Are your current oral hygiene products aligned with your health status? Make an appointment to see your registered dental hygienist to be educated about how your oral health is the portal to better overall health and well-being. Get empowered today!

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So don’t be confused or misled by human testimonies that do not line up with the Scripture. Don’t be deceived by those who teach that only a select number can go to heaven and that the rest will inhabit a separate paradise on earth. Such teaching is contrary to the Bi-

ble. The Bible speaks of believers dying and being absent from the body and present with the Lord. It speaks of a future rapture when living believers are caught up to meet the Lord in the air, and shall forever remain with the Lord. Later they descend with the Lord in the heavenly city to the recreated earth.

So what is heaven like? Even in Scripture we are left to wonder about the details, indicating that it is indescribable in splendour. One thing is clear, it is a place illuminated by and filled with God’s glory. Where is heaven?

Notice the verse again at the beginning of this article. We may not know the exact physical location but where Jesus is, that’s heaven! Will you live there in eternity? Find out how in the Word of God.

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Dear Miss Sensibility, I always seem to have trouble getting going in the morning. I’m just not a morning person! To make matters worse, my family is always up late playing games and watching television. Any advice for revving up my speed in the a.m. or convincing my family that an early night would be a good idea?

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Don’t feel bad about not being a morning person. Although we often remember that the early bird gets the worm; we forget that the early worm gets eaten. It sounds like you might be tired in the morning because you are not getting enough sleep. The usual advice for getting the best nights sleep is to go to bed and get up at the same time each day. With that in mind, I would suggest implementing a quiet hour policy. You don’t have to make the rest of your family go to bed, but only quiet activities like reading are allowed. That should allow you to get to sleep and them to wind down before bed and sleep better themselves.

To help get you going in the morning I recommend reaching for a glass of water before your cup of coffee. Fatigue can be a symptom of dehydration, so give your body a boost first thing. Mother usually knows best, and that same healthy breakfast she nagged you about when you were a kid will help charge you up for the day now. So grab something with some protein and whole grains, add a bit a dairy and a glass of real fruit juice and go take on the day!

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Sports

Aquanauts’ awards presented

Boys Div. 2 Relay Team, from left: Hunter Hansen, Bryce Anderson, Lynden Hanvold, Ayden Quintanilha.

Coaches are excited

“Astonishing” is how coaches Nick Welychko and Michaella Yang described their Castlegar Aquanauts’ efforts this past weekend at the Kootenay Okanagan Regional Championships in Trail. There were 32 swimmers who raced, many of whom qualified for provincials.

“This was the meet the swimmers had been training for, other than provincials,” commented Yang. “It really went to show that with hard work and dedication would come success. I was so proud Individual Results: Bryce Anderson 1st: 100 IM 1st: 50 Free 1st: 50 Fly 1st: 50 Breast Corbin Anderson 7th: 50 Free 6th: 100 Back 7th: 100 Breast 6th: 100 Free Ron Anderson 2nd: 50 Free 2nd: 100 Breast 3rd: 100 Free Emily Ashton 5th: 200 IM 4h: 50 Fly 3rd: 100 Back 4th: 100 Breast Jeffrey Ashton 1st: 200 IM 1st: 100 Fly 1st: 50 Fly 1st: 100 Free Sierra Buchanan 4th: 50 Free 1st: 100 Back 2nd: 100 Breast Claire Cartwright 1st: 50 Free 1st: 50 Back 1st: 100 Free

to be a coach of such an amazing team, and cannot wait to see how the provincial qualifiers do at provincials in two weeks.”

The team placed top three with every relay swim, and 24 of the 32 swimmers will be heading to provincials in the next two weeks.

“With this being the last swim meet of the season for many of the aquanauts, I was expecting some great swims and that’s exactly what happened.

Everyone performed to their full potential and achieved all new

best times,” Welychko enthused. “All of their determination and hard work has paid off at the right time.

As for the swimmers who are competing at Provincials, this meet was their chance to have good qualifying times. Michaella and I are very excited to see what these swimmers can achieve on the big stage,” he concluded.

Both coaches look forward to the training leading to the final meet of the season, the 2014 BCSSA Provincial Championships to be held in Kamloops.

Kennedy Cartwright 3rd: 100 IM 2nd: 50 Free 3rd: 50 Back 3rd: 50 Breast

Sophie Jansen 4th: 50 Free 1st: 100 Back 3rd: 50 Fly 4th: 100 Free

Avery Cooke 2nd: 100 IM 3rd: 50 Fly 3rd: 50 Breast 2nd: 100 Free

Madison Kehoe 3rd: 100 IM 4th: 50 Free 4th: 50 Back 3rd: 100 Free

Cayden Cooke 1st: 100 IM 1st: 50 Fly 3rd: 50 Back 3rd: 50 Breast Marlo DeRosa 7th: 100 IM 5th: 50 Free 7th: 100 Free Hunter Hansen: 2nd: 50 Free 6th: 50 Fly 3rd: 50 Breast 2nd: 100 Free Gabrielle Hanvold 1st: 200 IM 1st: 100 Fly 1st: 100 Back 1st: 100 Free Lynden Hanvold 2nd: 100 IM 2nd: 50 Fly 1st: 50 Back 1st: 100 Free

McKenna Kehoe 7th: 50 Free 8th: 50 Fly 7th: 50 Back 8th: 100 Free Noah Larocque 4th: 50 Free 6th: 100 Fly 3rd: 50 Fly 4th: 100 Breast Simon Larocque 3rd: 100 IM 2nd: 50 Free 4th: 50 Back 1st: 50 Breast Emma Lawczynski 1st: 200 IM 1st: 50 Free 1st: 100 Back 1st: 100 Free Ethan Lawczynski 2nd: 100 IM 1st: 50 Free

2nd: 50 Back 2nd: 50 Breast Allynna Lipinski 6th: 100 IM 5th: 50 Free 5th: 50 Breast 5th: 100 Free Ethan Marshall 4th: 100 IM 2nd: 50 Fly 5th: 50 Back 5th: 100 Free James Marshall 4th: 100 IM 3rd: 50 Free 3rd: 50 Fly 1st: 100 Free Ashlee Martini 2nd: 50 Free 3rd: 50 Fly 1st: 100 Breast 2nd: 100 Free Carson Ogloff 1st: 50 Free 1st: 50 Fly 1st: 50 Back 1st: 100 Free Logan Ogloff 4th: 50 Free 5th: 50 Fly 3rd: 50 Back 4th: 100 Free

Excellence in the pool was recognized and honoured Thursday, August 7 at the Castlegar and District Recreation Department. Every year, the head coach and assistant must choose candidates they feel meet and exceed the criteria of 16 separate awards.

“It is always difficult choosing the candidates for each award, said head coach Nick Welychko, “because every swimmer aspires to be the very best they can and works very hard throughout the season.”

The night started with a potluck dinner followed by a 25 minute video showcasing pictures taken throughout the season. Some were from each of the seven swim meets, to pictures taken at the junior and senior Hell Week boot camps.

“It’s amazing to see what we have accomplished within such a sort amount of time,” said assistant coach Michaella Yang. “Nick and I are very proud of what each swimmer is now capable of. This awards night is a testament to each swimmer’s dedication and hard work and it is only fitting that they are awarded accordingly.”

For some of the Aquanauts the season isn’t quite over yet. Twenty four will compete in Kamloops at the annual BCSSA Provincials August 15 to 17. This will be the ultimate test of hard work and dedication throughout the season as they will compete against swimmers from across the province.

As mentioned, the coaching staff must choose 16 candidates they feel meet and exceed each awards criterion. Here is the list of awards and their recipients: Most Outstanding Swimmer: Emma Lawczynski; Best Junior Swimmer, Female: Claire Cartwight; Best Junior Swimmer, Male: Carson Ogloff; Best Senior Swimmer, Female: Sierra Buchanan; Ayden Quintanilha 5th: 50 Free 4th: 50 Breast 4th: 100 Free Reid Quintanilha 1st: 100 IM 2nd: 50 Free 1st: 50 Breast 1st: 100 Free Harper Shaman 2nd: 50 Fly 2nd: 100 Breast 2nd: 100 Free Wren Shaman 2nd: 50 Free 4th: 50 Fly 2nd: 100 Breast 3rd: 100 Free Nick Welychko 1st: 200 IM 1st: 100 Fly 1st: 100 Breast 1st: 100 Free

Relays: 1st: Div 2 Girls Medley Relay: McKenna Kehoe, Kennedy Cartwright, Madison Kehoe, Allynna Lipinski; 1st: Div 2 Boys Medley Relay: Ayden Quintanilha, Bryce Anderson, Lynden Hanvold, Hunter Hansen; 1st: Div 4 Girls Medley Relay: Emma Lawczynski, Emily Ashton, Avery Cooke, Claire Cartwright; 1st: Div 4 Boys Medley Relay: Corbin Anderson, Ethan Lawczynski, Cayden Cooke, James Marshall;

Torrin Wilson 1st: 50 Free 1st: 100 Back 3rd: 100 Free

1st: Div 8 Girls Medley Relay: Sierra Buchanan, Michaella Yang, Gabrielle Hanvold, Ashlee Martini;

Michaella Yang 4th: 40 Free 3rd: 50 Fly 2nd: 100 Breast 4th: 100 Free

1st: Div 8 Boys Medley Relay (A): Carson Ogloff, Nick Welychko, Jeff Ashton, Torrin Wilson;

Best Senior Swimmer, Male: Jeffrey Ashton; Swimmers Choice, Junior: Simon Larocque; Swimmers Choice, Senior: Jeffrey Ashton; Most Points Earned: Emma Lawczynski; Coaches award “Unsung Hero”: Corbin Anderson; Best First Year Swimmer: Allynna Lipinski; Most Dedicated Swimmer: Carson Ogloff and Reid Quintanilha; Perseverance Award: Ethan Marshall; Sportsmanship and Ethics Awards: Emily Ashton; Most Personal Bests: Reid Quintanilha; Volunteer Coach of the Year: Emma Lawczynski; Best I.M., Female: Sierra Buchanan; Best I.M., Male: Lynden Hanvold; Best Backstroke, Female: Kennedy Cartwright; Best Backstroke, Male: Ethan Lawczynski; Best Breaststroke, Female: Wren Shaman; Best Breaststroke, Male: Bryce Anderson; Best Butterfly, Female: Avery Cooke; Best Butterfly, Male: Cayden Cooke; Best Freestyle, Female: Claire Cartwright; Best Freestyle, Male: Torrin Wilson; Most Improved I.M.: Simon Larocque; Most Improved Freestyle: Marlo DeRosa; Most Improved Butterfly: Inga Sithembu; Most Improved Backstroke: Noah Larocque Most Improved Breaststroke: Sydney Furman and Ashlee Martini.

2nd: Div 8 Boys Medley Relay (B): Simon Larocque, Ron Anderson, Noah Larocque, Harper Shaman;

1st: Div 8 Girls Freestyle Relay: Michaella Yang, Ashlee Martini, Sierra Buchanan, Gabrielle Hanvold;

1st: Div 1 Boys Freestyle Relay: Logan Ogloff, Ethan Marshall, Marlo DeRosa, Reid Quintanilha;

1st: Div 8 Boys Freestyle Relay (A): Jeff Ashton, Carson Ogloff, Torrin Wilson, Nick Welychko;

1st: Div 2 Girls Freestyle Relay: Madison Kehoe, McKenna Kehoe, Kennedy Cartwright, Allynna Lipinksi; 1st: Div 2 Boys Freestyle Relay: Bryce Anderson, Ayden Quintanilha, Hunter Hansen, Lynden Hanvold; 1st: Div 4 Girls Freestyle Relay: Claire Cartwright, Avery Cooke, Emily Ashton, Emma Lawczynski; 1st: Div 4 Boys Freestyle Relay: Ethan Lawcyznski, Corbin Anderson, Cayden Cooke, James Marshall;

3rd: Div 8 Boys Freestyle Relay (B): Harper Shaman, Ron Anderson, Simon Larocque, Noah Larocque; Team Results: 7th: Kimberley Seahorses – 978 6th: Colville Valley Sharks – 1056 5th: Creston Waves – 1134 4th: Trail Stingrays – 1296 3rd: Grand Forks Piranhas – 1759.50 2nd: Nelson Neptunes – 1796.50 1st: Castlegar Aquanauts – 2756

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Jiu Jitsu competition

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Castlegar’s Dan Nillo (pictured at left) took home one gold, two silver, and a bronze, plus won the Open Weight Absolute Division for no Gi Blue Belts at Kelowna’s Okanagan Summer Classic Jiu Jitsu Tournament on July 20.

Coach Ben Jolicouer (centre) holds the second place overall team trophy for the kids/ teens combined rankings, And at right: Jake Rudkoski won two golds and a silver in the Absolute division, losing only once in the whole tournament to teammate Nillo in the finals.

Kootenay Jiu Jitsu Academy is located inside of Peak Phyisque in downtown Castlegar and is always accepting new children-male, and female students.

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Castlegar competitors, pictured from left: Dan Nillo, Coach Ben Jolicouer, and Jake Rudkoski.

Susan Bell,

Paula Margerison

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What happens to my children if I die??

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This is one of the most important reasons for having a Last Will & Testament. If something unfortunate were to happen to one or both of the custodial parents; who will raise their children? I know that the importance of this occurs to most parents (at least in their head); to designate who will raise their minor children should the unthinkable happen. But strangely enough, it is just this demographic that seems to push the task aside. Someone else will have to explain this phenomenon to me because it is one of the more frustrating aspects to my profession.

These little people are created and cherished and make up the most important parts of their parents very existence and yet, they fail to designate guardianship. Odds are that this may never be an issue but is it really something you want to gamble on? If there is no designated guardian, this could mean foster care and whether or not that is a temporary situation, it undoubtedly adds to the trauma of their children’s’ loss.

In past interviews with clients, they have an idea on whom they’d ‘like’ to raise the kids but have not broached the subject with the ‘chosen’ ones. This is a pretty huge request you are making of these friends and/or family so having that conversation on whether or not that is a job they’d be willing to take on is crucial. It’s also important to have a back-up plan in case something changes for the first guardian(s). Life does have a way of throwing us the occasional curve ball so a plan B is absolutely necessary.

It’s not like these decisions are set in stone.

You may change your mind and choose to modify wishes/choices and, barring mental incapacity, you can make those changes to any of your estate planning documents.

With the files being saved on server/ computer, the cost to make those changes is minimal. It certainly isn’t a reason to put off taking care of things now.

Brad Nault,

Mortgage Broker Company: Invis

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What’s best, a Fixed or Variable-Rate Mortgage?

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That depends on your own personal situation. Right now, the lowest available rate – and the one that makes the rate sign look great from the street – will be for a variable mortgage. With a variable-rate mortgage, your mortgage rate will move in conjunction with your lender’s Prime lending rate, which in turn tracks the Bank of Canada’s benchmark rate, and will typically be quoted as Prime minus a specified percentage. Unless you have an economic ouija board, you won’t be able to predict what kind of rate ups and downs might be ahead of you.

With a fixed-rate mortgage, your payments are fixed for the term of the mortgage, which offers stability. And because of changes to mortgage rules, locking in for five years or longer allows you to borrow more. Fixed-rates are usually better suited to first-time buyers or those who haven’t owned a home for a very long period. Ask yourself these questions: Do you like or need to know exactly what your payment is going to be over a longer period of time? Do you want to avoid the need to consistently watch rates? Do you have less than 20% down? If you answered “yes” to all or most, a fixed-rate mortgage could be the better choice for you.

A variable-rate mortgage is best suited to people who have a flexible budget and can tolerate higher risk. Ask yourself these questions: Do you watch market conditions? Can you handle any sudden rate increases that could increase your payment? Do you have more than 20% equity in your home? If you answered “yes” to all or most, a variable-rate mortgage might best suit your needs. Most variables allow you to exercise an option to “lock in” a fixed rate at any time for the remaining portion of your mortgage term or longer.

If the uncertainty of a variable rate is going to give you sleepless nights, you’re in good company. Many Canadians prefer the certainty of a fixed-rate mortgage.

They know exactly how much they will pay over the term of their mortgage, and they can plan accordingly… with no financial surprises. However, lower-rate variable mortgages with a strong Prime minus offer give you the potential to save on interest. Your best option - have a mortgage professional help you decide which financing best meets your needs.

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This is probably one of the biggest and most costly misconceptions that many business owners have. Usually this is because they’ve been fortunate enough to never have encountered a major computer-related disaster, but that’s similar to someone thinking they don’t need to wear a seatbelt when driving a car because they’ve never had an accident.

Computer networks are complex and dynamic systems that need regular updates and maintenance to stay up, running fast and problem-free. In fact, it’s surprising how fast a brand-new computer will slow down after a few weeks or months of use without proper updates and maintenance.

Here are just a FEW of the critical updates that need to be done on a weekly – if not daily – basis: • Security patches applied – with NEW viruses and hacker attacks cropping up DAILY, this is a CRITICAL part of maintaining your network • Antivirus updates and monitoring • Firewall updates and monitoring • Backup monitoring and test restores • Spam-filter installation and updates • Spyware detection and removal • Monitoring disk space on workstations and servers • Monitoring hardware for signs of failure • Optimizing systems for maximum speed A computer is just like a car: if you don’t change the oil, replace the filter, rotate the tires, flush the transmission and perform other regular maintenance on your car, it will eventually break down and cost you FAR MORE to repair than the cost of the basic maintenance.

Taking care of this stuff is important! If you haven’t done so, get on it.

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I know I have some ‘blocks’ within me that are keeping me ‘stuck’. How do I bust through them?

Everyone has their own individual blocks which actually cause us to have some sort of struggle or suffering in our lives.

These blocks have all accumulated from childhood. They come in many sizes and flavours. From bad memories, to anything that scared you, doubts that were ingrained in you, to being let down by someone you trusted, all the unworthiness you felt when someone criticized you to failing at something you really believed in.

Even though you may feel ‘good’ and are ‘functioning’, just below the surface, there is this collection of old beliefs, emotions and programming that is strongly influencing your behaviour and motivation. All these experiences, add up to ‘Internal Blocks’ that keep us from having the life we truly desire & also having more money.

These inner blocks are the culprits of *procrastination * making poor choices in life * avoiding setting goals to work towards in life & in your biz.

You may set a clear intention for what you want and then wonder why it’s not working. Chances are, your ‘Internal Blocks’…cancel them out EVERYTIME! All these hidden blocks steal your freedom of choice and bind you to invisible chains.

Uncovering your blocks can be painful but finding them you finally understand why you don’t have more money or the life you dream of.

With my clients, I use the cutting edge tool of Tapping or E.F.T. to bust through these blocks, clear the resistance and help clients move forward in their life.

Are you ready to bust through your blocks? Reach out, let’s talk!

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Joyce Donald, at the age of 82 on July 28th, 2014. Joyce lived in the Castlegar area, settling in Robson from 1959 to 1979, when she moved to Vancouver to be with her daughters. She had a band during the 60s and 70s, playing in the hotels and clubs throughout the East and West Kootenays, known as Joyce Donald and the Sounds of Country. She was an active member of the Robson Women’s group, and conducted Artex painting meetings throughout, the area; winning prizes for her painting of the Columbia River, done on birch bark. She was born in Alix Alberta, January 27th 1932. Her greatest joy was singing, cooking floral arranging and gardening.

Her family was all important, and her last holiday in California was one of her favourite of all.

She is survived by her husband Richard Donald, having been together for 64 years.

She leaves behind 5 children, Lorraine (Lew) Taylor, Wendy (Don) Smith, Marty (Susan), Lorne and Tony.

She has 7 grandchildren Elton Donald, Corey, Lyanna and Tyler Smith; Clint and Clayton Donald; Dustin and Danny Donald and Penny Hill Raby There are 8 great grandchildren. Trinity Desmeules; Naoimi & Nathan Donald; Kyla, Kaylyn and Levi Smith; Osiris Donald; Liam Honeyman-Smith and Jeremy Raby She was one of 12 children; survived by 4 sisters, two in Alberta and two in Oregon.

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She was an active member of her church in Vancouver, and will be missed by many friends, as well as her family.

Memorial services will be held in Vancouver at the Church of Scientology on the 24th of August and in Stettler at the Stettler Senior Centre on the 31st of August.

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Joyce Donald

Valerie Jean Logan July 10, 1960 - August 18, 2013

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, and very dear.

Forever loved & missed by the family

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CONGRATULATIONS CLIFF Jim and Trish Waldie are very proud to announce that Cliff has graduated from Gonzaga University with a Master’s Degree in Education – Leadership and Administration. He is presently teaching French Immersion at Ecole Lac des Bois in Prince George, B.C. He graduated from Stanley Humphries Secondary in 1998. Unable to attend the graduate commencement, a lake-side party was held in his honour and during a little ceremony Cliff was informed that the gown he was wearing was his deceased grandfather Tinney’s – worn in 1947 University of British Columbia.

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William Richard (Dick) Lee Cpl RCMP (ret) April 29th 1936 - July 30th 2014 After a 15 year battle with cancer, Richard has been called home to be with his Higher Power. His Ànal MoXrney was SeacefXl as he Sassed on the morning of -Xly th. Richard is sXrYiYed by his former wife 'iane and their sons 'arrin PaXla , 'ennis /isa his 5 grandchildren 0acNen]ie, Ale[andra, &arson, %rayden and .ellen his sisters Anne 0arie %ob , *eraldine Henry , 6ylYia *ene his brother 'aYid 7heresa

and nXmeroXs neShews, nieces and coXsins.

Richard¡s greatest Moy was sSending time with his grandchildren and they will miss him dearly. /astly, a sSecial thanNs to *eraldine /ee for being a big helS in Richard¡s Ànal months.

Richard was born in (ricNson 0anitoba, to ,ngYald and 1ellie /ee and he was the foXrth, of seYen children. After 1 years of Prairie life Richard Moined the R&0P, and XSon gradXation, was Sosted to %& in 1 5 . He was transferred to many towns throXghoXt %& where he made a great nXmber of friends and acTXaintances.

Richard retired from the R&0P in 1 1 and became an entreSreneXr. He was the owner of Allgard 6ecXrity in 7rail %&, where he ran the bXsiness with his wife, *eraldine, for many years.

Richard was an athlete, an oXtdoorsman, a coach and a contribXtor to the commXnity.

He loYed to watch his sSorts and was an aYid 6moNe (aters fan. A long time member of .iwanis, Richard sSoNe of the many friends he had made throXgh the groXS. He was an aYid Àsherman and he loYed to be oXt on his boat on Arrow /aNe trolling for .oNanee, or on the ocean Àshing for salmon.

Richard was gratefXl for the care he was giYen by 'r. 7reYor AiNen. ,n addition to 'rs 6cotland and /iYingston, oXr family is gratefXl to all of the (R nXrses at .ootenay %oXndary Regional HosSital, as well as the nXrses and staff of the wing at &olXmbia 9iew /odge, for maNing his Ànal days comfortable. 7he comSassion and care they SroYided was oXtstanding.

A celebration of Richard’s life will be held on 6Xnday, AXgXst 1st at 1 Sm at the Royal &anadian /egion %ranch 11, in 7rail, %&.

Al *rywachesNi of AlternatiYes )Xneral and &remation 6erYicesΠhas been entrXsted with arrangements.

As an e[Sression of symSathy, donations to the &anadian &ancer 6ociety at Rossland AYenXe, 7rail, %&, 91R 1 woXld be greatly aSSreciated. <oX are inYited to leaYe a Sersonal message of condolence at the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s online register at www.myalternatiYes.ca.

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Sales Representative Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC is looking for a capable, personable and motivated sales representative to join our staff and demonstrate our exciting lineup of trucks and other vehicles to our customers.

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We are looking to fill the position for a Mechanical Designer Technologist with 1-5 years of experience.

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

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Trades, Technical CERTIFIED BOOM TRUCK OPERATORS WANTED * Union Environment * Possible employment in heavy construction and pipeline industries * Must be willing to work out of town and in camp. * Minimum 5 years experience Please include photocopy of certification, current resume and current abstract. Send your response to: PO Box 95045, Kingsgate Vancouver BC V5T 4T8 NELSON’S Glass Ltd., located in the sunny North Okanagan Valley, is looking for a full time ticketed auto glass installer. Drivers license is required and glazing experience is an asset. Email inquiries/resume to nelsonsglass@telus.net

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Service Advisor Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC seeks an energetic, customer-focused and professional service advisor. Duties include scheduling maintenance and repair work, providing estimates, selling service and parts, coordinating technicians and embracing administrative tasks. Strong communication and multitasking skills required.

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Toyota Product Advisor

Imagine yourself being a representative of one of the world’s best-known and most-dependable automotive brands. Imagine making a good income by conversing with people who value your insights and offers of uncompromising service. Imagine getting to know a vehicle product line that is desirable, technologically advanced, affordable and effectively the gold standard in automotive retail. If you can imagine all this, you can make it happen.

If you have good communication skills, confidence, enjoy helping people and have a strong interest in automobiles, then maybe this career opportunity is for you. Castlegar Toyota is a leading automobile dealership with a thirteen-year reputation for honesty, integrity and outstanding customer service. With some of the most popular vehicles in the market and a reputation for excellence, we’re looking for a capable, hard-working Product Advisor to help expand our growth while providing exceptional service to our existing customers.

If you’re currently a professional in automotive sales, or if you’re serious about a career change, then we would like to talk to you. Send your cover letter and resume to: Craig Kalawsky Castlegar Toyota 1530 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1H9 Fax: (250) 365-2752 Email: craig@castlegar.toyota.ca

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If you seek a career, not just a job, step up and apply to Castlegar Hyundai.

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Full time employment – 40 hour work week (Monday thru Friday).

Must have automotive background, be computer literate, personal skills in dealing with customers and staff. Must be able to organize daily work schedule for at least two techs, print work orders, order parts, keep inventory.

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PT/FT Contractor Sales Personnel - Experience with lumber, hardware, and building procedures - Computer Skills - Strong Customer Service Skills - Class 5 drivers license - Forklift experience an asset Please bring resumes in person to Tony Bergner

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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Mitch Rinas, Controller Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2M8 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: mitch@kalawsky.com

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MOUNTAIN MECHANICAL SERVICES LTD. has an opening in our Elkford shop for an AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MANAGER.

FrontCounter BC Cranbrook has accepted an application made by the 0967706 BC, on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, for a Licence of Occupation for Transportation – Roadways, located near Blueberry Creek, BC, and containing 1.9 hectares more or less.

The MFLNRO File Numbers that have been established for this application is 4405442.

Written comments concerning this application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook B.C., V1C 7G1 or email to:AuthorizingAgency.Cranbrook@gov.bc.ca Comments will be received by FrontCounter BC until September 12, 2014. FrontCounter BC may not be able to consider comments received after this date.

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Boundary Electric

ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE (BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT)

Boundary Electric (BEL) is looking for a skilled sales professional to join our Grand Forks sales team.

Skills: • Strong attention to detail and organization.

• Previous experience in a sales position. Preferably in the electrical industry but not mandatory.

• Customer oriented and ability to find creative solutions for customers.

• Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Continuous learning as you grow with our company.

• Comfortable cold calling potential customers and clients.

• Strong computer skills. Email and Office suite.

- Benefit package including extended health, dental and pension plan.

- Base starting salary at $20.00 per hour.

Apply to reception@boundaryelectric.com by August 24 , 2014.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Ootischenia Improvement District (OID) is seeking a selfmotivated, technically capable, and physically fit individual for the full-time role of Water System Operator.

The OID is responsible for sourcing and distributing safe, potable water to the residents of Ootischenia. The system currently consists of 3 active well sites, two reservoirs with a combined capacity of 496,000 US gallons, approximately 23.7 kilometers of distribution line, 36 fire hydrants, two pressure reducing stations, and a SCADA control system. The system supports more than 460 active connections with capacity for a further 150. Water quality meets all Interior Health Authority guidelines and no chemical treatment is required at this time.

The Operator is primarily responsible for system operation, quality testing, routine maintenance, water use enforcement, emergency planning and preparedness, and water user communications. The Operator plays a key role in longer term planning to ensure the infrastructure and water volume is adequate to support changing demands over time. In cooperation with the Water System Administrator, the Operator manages the day-to-day business of the OID and is accountable to an elected Board of Trustees.

SKILLS • The successful candidate will have, or commit to obtain in 3 months, an EOCP Water Distribution – Level 1 certification.

The candidate will further have, or commit to obtain in a time sensitive manner, an EOCP Water Distribution – Level 2 certification.

• Accomplished mechanical/technical aptitude.

• Strong communication skills.

• Valid class 5 driver’s license.

• By physically fit and capable of periodic heavy lifting and moderately demanding maintenance activities.

• Available for on-call work in accordance with a predetermined schedule.

A satisfactory Criminal Record Check will be a condition of employment. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates are invited to submit resumes to strilaeff@shaw.ca. For further information on the role, please contact Johnny Strilaeff at 250-365-2100 or Ed Craft at 250365-0706.

This posting will close on August 18, 2014.

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STEEL BUILDINGS steel buildings. “steel overstock sale!” 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

14 WIDE 2bd. trailer w/additions on 1acre. Avail. Sept.15. $800. plus utilities. References required. 250-693-2107

Homes for Rent 2 storey 6 yr old cabin 4 km from Ashram, Riondel, beach and golf course. Needs: elec., plumbing, H2O pipe or well, insulation, cabinets.

On 2.8 nicely treed acres. Good bench(es) for building second home with lakeview. Appraised at $170,000 but old vendor is quite flexible.

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Houses For Sale

Blueberry Creek: 2 bdrm single wide trailer, newly renovated N/S, N/P, long term tenant preferred, $700/mth + utilities, Avail Aug 1st Call John 250-417-3971 Castlegar, 3 bdrm, 1-1/2 bath F/S, W/D, DW, N/P, N/S, Ref req, $1200/mth + utilizes, Avail Sept 1st, Call 778-930-0534 LOOKING for respectable, responsible single parent or couple to rent my Edgewood acreage. 2 beds, both with en suites. Carport. Must be handy, keep large yard/have own tools/ equipment.

Ref/credit check/DD required. Min 6/mo lease.

Pets Neg. N/S $800/mo. Available Sept 1.

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Rooms for Rent

6 Acres, 2 Homes c/w upgrades, double garage Barn/outbuildings, organic gardens, rental income. awesome location. 2 km from downtown Castlegar $378,000, 250-365-3733

Grand Forks: Downtown, room in sm 3 bdrm house. $375/m utils included. NP, No hard drugs, references will be checked.

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Grand Forks: $92,000!

2 Bdrm Basement suite $625/mth utilities incl, Avail Sept 1st, Call 250-304-8333

Priced to Sell! This lovely revenue property is priced for a quick sell! 1000 sq ft, 4 bdrms, 1.5 baths, carport, work shop, garden, sm lot, steps from the Kettle River.

Call for an appointment 604-910-8443

Suites, Lower

Castlegar: Lrg Bright 1 bdrm furnished Apt w/fireplace, overlooking river, close to bus stop $685/mo, incl. util & TV. N/P, N/S, Available Sep 1st, 250-365-7956

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t. Begbie Brewery is located in beautiful Revelstoke, a small town with a rich history, in the heart of British Columbia’s spectacular Columbia mountain range. The company is named after Mt. Begbie, in turn, the mountain is named after Matthew “Hanging Judge” Begbie, a colourful character from Revelstoke’s early history.

Mt. Begbie Brewing Co. has been brewing award winning beers since 1996! Many of these fine ales can be found on tap and for sale through out the Kootenays. Most local is the The Lion’s Head Smoke & Brew Pub in Robson. From the beginning Carly and Troy have shown an unfaltering loyalty to Mt. Begbie. Three of our ales are staples on their taps; High Country Kölsch, Tall Timber Ale and Nasty Habit IPA. They also feature our “On Tap Only” seasonals such as White Knuckle IPA. We encourage you to pop in and check it out!

Most recently Mt. Begbie has launched another ’ Limited Release’ 650mL bottle. Illaswillawit is a traditional unfiltered witbier with a perfect balance of wheat maltiness and a zesty fruitiness which is undeniably refreshing and crisp. Rumour also has it that Mt. Begbie has finally done the Nasty... literally! Nasty Habit IPA is now available in 6 pack cans! Watch for these 2 newbies in your local private liquor stores. Cheers... see you at the fest!

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Young soccer dreams got a Major League boost during a three-day soccer skills camp– August 6 to 8 at Millennium Park. The camp was operated under the high profile guidance of the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The event was overseen by Brett Adams holder of a long and successful soccer background. Adams was recruited in England by the Whitecaps and moved to Nelson to be the Kootenays’ regional head coach. He said he and his family are very happy with the relocation.

“The Kootenays, as a whole, has embraced me everywhere I go,” he said last Thursday morning.

“We’re running centres out of Nelson, Castlegar, Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley, and branching out even further than that.”

Adams was asked first about the local state of the game, and the thrill of the youngsters’ connection with a Major League Soccer team.

“Most definitely,” he said of the fun and excitement among the kids. As for the profile of the sport, he said, “I’ve been here since September. In that short time things have grown in the Castlegar area. We’ve worked with Castlegar Minor Soccer, and also with surrounding areas. For us to run our first independent camp and get close to 50 kids on there, it’s a huge success.”

A very detailed plan is being followed to the letter.

“We want to be involved in this area, help grow the game and help get these players onto the next level,” the Kootenay head man declared.

Seeing how Adams and his staff conducted the affair it was obvious why a youngster would benefit from the experience. Different age groups were immersed in fast paced action, the Millennium Park venue and perfect weather allowing the kids to concentrate fully on the instructions of their coaches.

Adams said a similar camp was coming up the following week in Nelson and would include an appearance by a recently-retired Whitecap.

“We’re being greeted there by former captain Jay Demerit, former U.S.A. International,” said Adams. “We’ll invite some of the players from here to come and meet a real live professional soccer player who’s played at a World Cup.” A couple of players in the 12-15 age group were chosen by their coach, another English transplant, Sam Heap, to field a couple of questions from the Castlegar News.

The first question? ‘What are your first impressions of the camp?’

“I think it’s great,” said 15 year-old Emilie teBulte. I’ve been to a couple of Whitecaps’ games and it’s awesome to be a part of that. They’re playing at such a high level, and to be able to be taught by people who have been around that, I’ve

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Emilie started playing soccer at the age of five, and hopes to stay involved well into her adult years.

Twelve year-old Thomas Vogel said professional instruction offers him a great chance to improve.

The strapping pre-teen hopes to stick with the game at least until he’s 18 but agreed that he’ll take things as they come.

“Of course,” he said of the open-ended timetable should things continue to go well for him. “It’s been my favourite sport all through my life. It’s a great chance to connect with my friends, too, because they all play. It’s lots of fun.”

Fun? Everyone was having fun on a beautiful midsummer morning–living the important early stages of their dreams under the mentorship of high-end coaches.

There was a lot of excitement to go around, including these comments from coach Dylan Bennett of Nelson, recorded as the session at Millennium Park came to a close.

“Awesome. I’ve never had an opportunity like this,” said the 17 year-old who holds a Soccer for Life qualification, which he says is “the highest one before you start being a professional coach.”

The future, as they say, is full of promise. And who knows?

The name on the back of a Whitecaps’ jersey may one day belong to one of the kids at the 2014 Castlegar soccer camp.

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