Arrow Lakes News, August 20, 2014

arrowlakesnews.com • -- • . • PM

Wednesday, August , 

Vol. • Issue 

304.8681

jo-ann@century21castlegar.com

Rauni Naud

Advisor, Member of the Million Dollar Round Table Mutual funds offered by Sun Life Financial Investment Services (Canada) Inc.

• RRSP’s, RRIF’s, GIC’s, TFSA’s • Life Insurance • Income for Life • Health Insurance • Annuities • Estate & Financial Planning

250.365.0484 rauni.naud@sunlife.com

Buying or Selling a Home?

Laura Salmon Cell 250-551-8877

E-mail Laura@LauraSalmon.com Website www.LauraSalmon.com

RHC Realty

Each office independently owned & operated

Custom for You

431 Baker Street , Nelson, BC Phone: 250-352-5033

Nakusp’s upgrades completed

Ready for the Fall Fair?

Caring for our water.

See page A2

New facility to generate hydroelectric power completed.

See page A3

Nakusp prepares for the annual event.

See page A6

1

Mountainview Realty Ltd.

Gathering for a vigil

50 0 1 6

Jo-Ann Bursey

78195

Arrow Lakes News

7

Since 1923

Up-close and personal

Summit lake’s Toadfest 2014

See page A7 for the full story.

Toadlet perched on a finger.

Photo by Barb Houston

For your ShoppiNg CoNveNieNCe

Nakusp’s 510 Broadway St W, Nakusp, BC (250) 265-3662

New extended summer hours until August 30

8:00am to 9:00pm Store hourS: 8am - 9pm | 7 Days a week

A2 www.arrowlakesnews.com

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

Community

Water conscience community members gather for a vigil RYAN WILLMAN Arrow Lakes News

On the banks of the Arrow Lakes reservoir a solicitous group gathered and listened to Barry Moses, a member of the Spokane Tribe, describe a dream that he had as a young man. In the dream, the world was barren and dry, devoid of life; then suddenly the earth shook and a gush of water was released from the rocks forming a new river. Moses stood on the banks and watched the river flow until he noticed fish leaping through the waves. He jumped in and followed the fish in their upriver journey until they all reached a beautiful, fertile land. Paradise.

“This is what I pray for today,” Moses sums up. “I pray for the return of the salmon and the restoration of the river.”

Moses shared his vision, a prayer and a song with a group of gathered community members who attended a vigil to raise awareness about the plight of the Columbia River. This vigil was a part of a series of multi-faith events that began August 6 in Washington and continued every day up the river ending with the last vigil scheduled at the source of the Columbia, Canal Flats.

The vigils have been organized in part by the Center for Environmental Law and Policy (CELP) and are directed at political leaders on both sides of the boarders to persuade a revision of the Columbia

River Treaty to include primary considerations of the ecosystem alongside flood risk management and hydropower. These vigils come at a Wes Towle describes the crucial time in contents of the pastoral the treaty’s 50year life span as letter, The Columbia River Watershed: Caring provisos within the Columbia for Creation and the Common Good, during Treaty detail the August 14 vigil held an opportunity to terminate at the Nakusp Marina. most of the enPhoto by Ryan Willman trenched provisions in 2024, provided that 10 years’ notice is served. 2014 is the deadline for that notice and many groups and communities along the Columbia are calling for action.

The Nakusp vigil commenced with a presentation by local business owner, Wes Towle who spoke about his involvement in a steering committee that produced a letter concerning the Columbia River in the early 90s. The letter was entitled “The Columbia River Watershed: Caring for Creation and the Common Good.” An International Pastoral Letter by the Catholic Bishops of the Watershed Region was to have a grand unveiling during an event

Nakusp and District

planned in Spokane, but was unfortunately scheduled for release on September 11, 2001. The letter was overshadowed and fell to relative obscurity until its recent rediscovery. The letter has provided the foundation for the organization of the vigil events.

Towle also shared a prayer calling for understanding and stewardship over the Columbia, reminding that the water commons belongs to everyone, and belongs to no one.

“I am very happy that the letter has been rediscovered,” Towle concluded, “and I recommend it to you. It is an interesting read and is available to read on the internet.”

Several concerned residents along the Columbia River south of the boarder also attended the vigil to share their prayers and songs.

Shelly Boyd, member of The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, spoke of her connection to the Arrow Lakes area and expressed the need for unity and cooperation.

“This side of the line, that side of the line. The water doesn’t even know there is a line,” she expressed.

Boyd contributed to the vigil with a prayer and sang a traveling song in her native tongue.

Over 30 community members attended the vigil and were treated to prayers, songs and food.

Coach wanted:

Skating club at risk of closing

Children in the West Kootenay town of Nakusp are in danger of losing one of their favourite activities—figure skating—if the club isn’t able to secure a new coach soon.

The previous coach left at the end of last season for new opportunities. So far the club hasn’t been able to find a new one for its community, and is hoping qualified coaches in the region will step forward to help.

“At this point we’re willing to be flexible and would like to speak with anyone interested in coaching for us, even temporarily,” said Kelly Waterfield, club president. “The coach doesn’t need to live in Nakusp; our last coach travelled once a week from Castlegar and the club paid for mileage and accommodation. This activity is important to so many kids, and losing this option would be devastating.”

In past years, the club has boasted up to 30 skaters from in and around Nakusp.

The skaters range in age and abilities, from those just learning to skate to those competing and testing in StarSkate.

Learn more about the club, suggested coach requirements and the Village of Nakusp at www.nakuspfigureskatingclub. com, or contact Kelly Waterfield at 250265-4675 or kellywaterfield60@gmail.com.

Fall Fair

RETURNING TO OUR ROOTS, GROWING FOR TOMORROW Arena/Auditorium Complex Entry Registration Friday, September 5th Fair Day Saturday, September 6th, 2014 9:30am until 3:30pm

Just some of this years Fall Fair Highlights.... Wide range of community groups displays and information Jail and Bail 10am to noon Sponsored by: Nakusp and Community Foundations WORLD FAMOUS NAKUSP KIDS ZUCCHINI RACES 12:30 to 1:30 Trashion Show 1:30 Featuring Re-Stylin wearable fashions Food Concession 9:30 to 3:30

Sponsored by:

Arrow Lakes News Wednesday, August 20, 2014

www.arrowlakesnews.com A3

Community

Upgrades to Nakusp’s Brouse Creek facility now complete

New micro-hydro power generation system, made possible by the federal Gas Tax Fund RYAN WILLMAN Arrow Lakes News

Renovations to Nakusp’s Brouse Creek Water Treatment Plant and a new facility to generate hydroelectric power are now complete thanks to investments made through the federal Gas Tax Fund.

The treatment plant upgrades included the addition of prefilters and ultraviolet treatment to help improve water quality.

Monitoring system upgrades, a new backup generator and a lined irrigation water storage basin, were also added, assuring residents of continued access to

safe, clean drinking water. Approximately two kilometres of water pipes, as well as new water meters and irrigation pumps, were also added to the village’s system to reach and improve the community’s green spaces.

Using micro hydroelectric generation systems for rural villages provides a cost-effective and environment-friendly technical solution for remote areas.

With its 50-kilowatt generator, the new facility will still feature the necessary electrical components to allow the village to connect to the BC Hydroelectrical grid, ensuring the area’s energy needs can be met even during

high-demand periods.

Funding for this $1.9 million project was made possible thanks in part to $1.6 million from the federal Gas Tax Fund, as well as $300,000 from local revenues.

Mayor of Nakusp Karen Hamling says, “The Village of Nakusp’s new water system will provide a double benefit to local residents: improved water quality along with cogeneration capacity to help offset the costs of operation. This project demonstrates the valuable role the federal Gas Tax Fund is playing in the upgrade of core infrastructure in B.C. communities.”

Quick Facts

Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks, Nakusp Mayor Karen Hamling and Nakusp Director of Operations, Warren Leigh commemorate the completion of the Nakusp Brouse Creek Water Treatment Plant.

Photo by Ryan Willman

•The Government of Canada provides $253,276,892 in annual funding for municipal infrastructure in British Columbia through the federal Gas Tax Fund.

•The Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) administers the Gas Tax Fund in B.C., in collaboration with Canada and British Columbia.

•Since 2006, the federal Gas Tax Fund has made over $3.5 million available to Nakusp.

•The federal Gas Tax Fund has been extended, doubled, indexed, legislated and made permanent. Eligible categories have also been expanded, providing municipalities with more flexibility than ever before to support local infrastructure.

Rain douses Slocan Park wildfire helicopter are working on the blaze, down from a peak of over 100 people and eight helicopters.

“It’s not completely contained, but we’re looking to make sure it doesn’t start up again,” Turner said. He said two crews are working on separate parts of the fire, looking for hotspots.

An evacuation alert for 47 homes was lifted Thursday afternoon.

The fire burned 90 hectares.

The fire danger rating through most of the Southeast Fire Centre has dropped

to low to moderate as a result of all the rain, and no new starts have been reported for a few days. A campfire ban imposed earlier this month was rescinded Friday.

The Fennell Creek east of Silverton is being allowed to burn itself out.

Crews put in a control line and Turner said it has nowhere else to go. Although it’s being patrolled to make sure it doesn’t become an issue, he said no further action is expected on the fire, which was estimated at 100 hectares.

NOTICE OF A MAINTENANCE POWER OUTAGE NAKUSP, NEW DENVER We will be making electrical system improvements in the Nakusp and New Denver area on September 2nd and 5th. To ensure the safety of our work crews, it will be necessary to interrupt electrical service for approximately 5 minutes.

Where:

New Denver Area – The outage will affect all customers serviced off of Hwy 6 from Allshouse Road near Summit Lake to Enterprise Creek located south of Silverton, and all customers served along Hwy 31A E from New Denver to Sandon.

Nakusp Area – The outage will affect all customers serviced off Highway 23N from Nakusp to Shoreholm and from Nakusp to Box Lake on Hwy 6E, as well as customers serviced off Hwy 6 W from Nakusp to 1km past Robazzo Road in Burton.

Royal Canadian Legion Br. #20 Nakusp _________________________________

What’s happening in NAKUSP LEGION? Come Meat out anddraws Support ourheld Meatevery Draws Saturdaywhich are held every Saturday at 4 p.m., are 4PM, 5PM & 6PM August Meat draws sponsored by thewill Nakusp Citizens Society 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Nakusp Hospice Society sponsorSenior the Meat Draws for May.

All members and guests welcome!

DARTS TOURNAMENT - JUNE 1ST 1:OOPM

“silent auction” in October Next Texas Hold’em If you have any gently used items that you no longer 7:00pm use and would beSaturday interested in donating, the Legion would beMay most24th grateful to accept it.

12

5

20

1

18

4

9

14

11 8

13

6

10

16

15

-Call Cheryl at 265-3810 or drop at the Legion.

2

7

19

CRIB TOURNAMENT Watch for the Christmas Craft FairNov.22 Sunday May 25th at 1:00pm 3

17

-if you need a table phone Cheryl at 265-3810 or the Legion office at 265-3033

Did you know that you can purchase all your lottery Didtickets you know can purchase all 649, your lottery tickets the Legion? inthat theyou Legion?

Includes BC49, LottoinMax etc! that includes 649, BC49, Lotto Max etc!

Our lounge opens at: 3PM-Wednesday, Thursday, & 2Friday 2PM on Saturday 3Open p.m. onatWednesday, Thursday & Friday. p.m. on• Saturday & Sunday

Outage will affect all customers serviced from the New Denver and Nakusp Substations.

When:

Tuesday, September 2, and Monday, September 8, 2014

Time:

7:00 a.m. to 7:05 a.m. both days

To prepare for this interruption and protect your equipment from damage, turn off all lights, electric heaters, major appliances, and unplug all electronics.

For the first hour after the power comes back on, please only plug in or turn on those electronics and appliances that you really need. This will help ensure the electrical system does not become overloaded.

We are sorry for the inconvenience. We will restore your power as soon as we can.

Prepare for outages and stay informed by visiting bchydro.com/outages or bchydro.com/mobile from your handheld device. Please call 1 888 POWERON (1 888 769 3766) for more information.

4315

Heavy rain has helped end the threat posed by the Slocan Park wildfire, which is now 80 per cent contained.

“Right now most of the fire is basically in mop-up and patrol,” said information officer Jordan Turner. “We received a substantial amount of rain in the last few days, which has really dropped the fire behaviour.”

It was so wet that crews actually stood down for a day due to the slippery terrain, but they are back at it today. Twenty-three firefighters and one

A4 www.arrowlakesnews.com

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

Editorial Our View

Education Minister Peter Fassbender.

Mediator Ready joins BCTF talks Tom Fletcher Black Press

Mediator Vince Ready has met the two sides in B.C.’s festering teacher dispute and agreed to “monitor” the situation.

The B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association announced Ready’s involvement in a joint statement Thursday, confirming that he met separately with negotiators Wednesday. A media blackout on the talks began last week and will continue.

“Mr. Ready agreed to monitor the situation, and to resume exploratory talks or commence full mediation when he believes it will be productive,” the statement says.

Talks broke off and a full-scale strike ended the school year in June. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Kelleher met both sides earlier but declined to attempt mediation, after finding too large a gap between the two sides.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender and BCPSEA chief negotiator Peter Cameron have maintained that the BCTF’s benefit demands remain far beyond those of other public sector unions that have settled contracts. Also at issue is class size and special needs support, with BCPSEA’s latest offer rejected by the union and the latest of a series of court actions scheduled for this fall.

Ready’s last involvement in the longrunning series of teacher disputes was as an industrial inquiry commissioner in 2007.

At that time he recommended that a senior provincial official be involved in talks along with an independent mediator.

The Happy Forager chantel l e C arter

I have many fond memories of collecting the delectable huckleberry. My first year out at our cabin was one of the best berry seasons we had seen in years.

The huckleberries were grape size and were hanging off the branches everywhere you looked. It was a berry picker’s dream and by the time we gathered enough to take home, we were stained purple from head to toe and felt sick at the thought of ever consuming another berry—until (of course) pancakes with huckleberry syrup the following morning.

Young and old alike, dogs included, seem to love picking these plump purple gems and guard their secret

berry patch like they would a coveted mushroom spot.

Huckleberry likes to grow in moist, open and wooded slopes.

They are little shrubs with tall and thin bright green leaves.

From April to June the shrub will flower with little whitish pink flowers, and then the black to very dark purple berries will appear from July until the first heavy frost (depending on elevation). My only caution is that you must practice safe bear procedures when gathering as the bears love them as much as we do.

Huckleberries can be used in jams, jellies, syrups, muffins, cookies, breads, waffle mix, pancake batter and of

Since 1923

Arrow Lakes News Street Address: 106 Broadway St., P.O. Box 189, Nakusp, B.C. V0G 1R0 Phone: 250-265-3841 www.arrowlakesnews.com

course pie. They are a nice addition to garden salads and fruit salads, and can be sun-dried and eaten like raisins.

Huckleberries also make delicious wine, liqueurs and tea.

With such sweet berries and so many ways to prepare them, it is easy to overlook the healing properties of this wonderful plant.

These berries contain high amounts of vitamin A, B and C and other minerals such as sodium, iron, potassium and calcium. Huckleberries contain high amounts of antioxidants which help prevent diseases like cancer, heart diseases, diabetes, glaucoma and more. Antioxidants also slow

down the process of aging. Vitamin B is beneficial for speeding up the metabolism and enhancing cell growth. It is also essential for improving the immune system and having healthy hair and skin.

Huckleberries enhance the function of the pancreas and aids in the digestion of starch and sugar, which in turn can help prevent pancreatic cancer, as well as help treat diabetes by reducing and stabilizing blood sugar levels. It is also proven that huckleberries are beneficial for treating skin diseases. Packs made using huckleberries help in treatment of skin disorders like eczema. Along with

slowing down the process of aging, huckleberries also protect cells against damage caused due to free radicals. This helps in the prevention of premature wrinkling of the skin. Huckleberries are high in iron, and help in building healthy red blood cells.

Lastly, huckleberries are gaining popularity because they also help in the treatment of diseases like peptic ulcers, hemorrhoids, glaucoma, muscular degeneration and varicose veins.

In closing, I would just like to remind you that food can be thy medicine and, in the case of the huckleberry, so delicious.

Happy Foraging, valley friends!

Chuck Bennett

Chantelle Carter

publisher@arrowlakesnews.com

sales@arrowlakesnews.com

Publisher/Editor 250-354-7471

Advertising Sales 250-265-3841

It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Arrow Lakes News, in the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser and that there shall be no liability greater than the amount paid for such advertising.

We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

SUBSCRIPTION RATES LOCAL: 1 Year $44.64, 2 Years $75.90 + GST NATIONAL: 1 Year $71.43, 2 Years $133.93 + GST

BC Press Council

The Arrow Lakes News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith, V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

Arrow Lakes News Wednesday, August 20, 2014

www.arrowlakesnews.com A5

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Community Calendar

AUG 20 2014

Nakusp Museum open 9:30-5 pm daily.

August 12 - 30 Studio Connexion presents: Wild Connections by Sharon Bamber. For more information contact Anne at 265-3586.

August 20 Workshop Wednesday is a FREE ongoing series of employment focussed workshops designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to get a job.

This week is Career Cruising. Find careers that match your interests, explore careers, build your own career profile and more, using Career Cruising online assessment tools. 9:15 am -11:30 am. Pre-registration is required. To register, or if you have questions, call WorkBC at 265-3318.

August 20 Feldenkrais ‘Awareness Through Movement’ Class 9:15-10:15 am @ NaCoMo. For more information, contact Tyson Bartel @ 250 226-6826 or thaitouch@yahoo.com.

spring, get outdoors with your friends! Sign up @ Nakusp Youth Centre must be 13+up and have a signed waiver form. More details upon sign up.

August 23 Meat Draws @ the Legion Nakusp 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.. This month’s proceeds go to support the Nakusp Senior Citizens Society.

August 21 Nerd Night @ Nakusp Youth Centre. 6 to10 p.m. For more information contact Cassia @ 265-2000.

August 23 Starving Artists Day & BBQ @ Nakusp Youth Centre. An evening of art, performance and creative expression from the youth of Nakusp. If you want to perform, display some art or participate in any way contact Cassia @ 265-2000.

August 21 Nakusp Spinners 7 to 8 p.m. in the park. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Christine Meyer @ 2654359.

August 21 African Drumming Group @ NaCoMo at 7:15 p.m. Bring your own drum.

New drummers welcome.

August 21 Men’s night at Nakusp Golf Club.

For more information contact the pro shop @ 265-4531.

August 20 Coffee and goodies at the Senior Centre in Nakusp. Every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m..

August 21 Dark Fire Cloud and the Lightening Band (DFC) @ Silverton Memorial Hall.

Doors open 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8:30 p.m.. $10 admission at the door.

August 20 Creative Writing Club @ Nakusp Youth Centre 3:30 to 4:30 p.m..

August 22 Storytime with Skye at the Nakusp Public Library 10 to 11 a.m..

August 20 Open Gym Night @ Fauquier Community Hall from 4 to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Fauquier Community Programs and ASLCS.

August 22 New Denver Farmer’s Market 10 to 2 p.m..

August 20 Music in the Park presents Steve Palmer. Come down for an evening of free Country & Roots music. 6:30 to 8 p.m..

August 22 Drop in Tennis at the courts every Tuesday and Friday from 4 to 6 p.m..

Singles, doubles or mixed, just bring your own tennis racket. For more information call Gene at 265-4011.

August 20 Poker Night at the Leland Hotel.

It’s free and beginners are welcome. 7 p.m. start. For more information contact Dan @ 265-3314.

August 22 Zombie Tag! The Nakusp Youth Centre & PK Nakusp join up to get a crew together to play a GIANT game at the park.

Meet @ Nakusp Youth Centre at 7 p.m..

August 20 AA Meeting from 7 to 8 p.m..

For more information call 265-4604.

August 22 Art Joyce @ Nakusp Public Library at 7 p.m. Local author coming to share his new book “Laying the Children’s Ghosts to Rest: Canada’s Home Children in the West”.

August 21 to 24 Horizon Unlimited Rally @ Nakusp Municipal Campground.

August 21 Nakusp T’ai Chi in the Park by Gazebo 10 to 11 a.m.. Weather permitting.

If raining it will be held at the Legion. Call Ruth 265-3353.

August 21 Body in Mind Pilates. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. @ Nakusp Elementary School.

Call Anne Ralson @ 265-4290 or Roelie Van Dam @ 265-2160.

August 21 Freedom Quest Outdoor Rec Trip!

Hiking, biking, maybe hit the beach or a hot

August 23 Edgewood Farmer’s Market 9 to 12 p.m. in the field beside the Legion.

August 23 Nakusp Farmer’s Market 9 to 1 p.m. every Saturday until October 11 between KSCU and What’s Brewing, just south of Broadway. Contact Collette 250 269-7326 or email nakuspmarket@gmail.com.

August 23 Ryder Cup @ Nakusp Golf Club.

10 a.m. start. For more information or to register contact the pro shop @ 265-4531.

This way or that way, we’ve got you covered. . .

August 24 Burton Farmer’s Market 10-1 pm every Sunday until September 7. Held at McCormack Park. Contact Barbara Ross 250 265-0066 or Joanne Alaric @ 265-0088.

a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required. To register, or if you have questions, call WorkBC at 265-3318.

August 27 Toad fest @ Summit Lake Provincial Park 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 27 Feldenkrais ‘Awareness Through Movement’ Class 9:15 to 10:15 am @ NaCoMo. For more information, contact Tyson Bartel @ 250 226-6826 or thaitouch@yahoo.com.

August 27 Coffee and goodies at the Senior Centre in Nakusp. Every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m..

August 24 AA Meeting 5-6 pm. For more information call 265-4604.

August 27 Scrabble @ Nakusp Public Library 1 to 3 p.m..

August 25 Transit Bus to Nakusp Hot Springs. Leaves Overwaitea at 1:15pm and arrives back to Nakusp at 3:55 pm..

August 27 Creative Writing Club @ Nakusp Youth Centre 3:30 to 4:30 p.m..

August 25 Music Jam @ Nakusp Youth Centre 3:30 – 5:30 pm. Contact Cassia at 265-2000.

August 27 Open Gym Night @ Fauquier Community Hall from 4 to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Fauquier Community Programs and ASLCS.

August 25 Village Council Meeting @ Nakusp Village Office 6:30-8 pm. For more information call 250-265-3689..

August 27 Music in the Park presents Dirty Laundry. Come down for an evening of mixed music. 6:30-8 pm..

August 25 Bridge @ Nakusp Senior’s Centre, every Monday 1:15 to 3:30 pm. Cost $2.50, beginners welcome.

August 27 Poker Night at the Leland Hotel.

It’s free and beginners are welcome. 7 pm start. For more information contact Dan @ 265-3314.

August 25 Dance and Chant 7 p.m. @ Nacomo. 1 hour of free dancing (wave dance) followed by 20 minutes of chanting.

August 26 Toad Fest @ Summit Lake Provincial Park 4 to 7pm..

August 26 Feldenkrais ‘Awareness Through Movement’ Class 8 to 9 pm @ NaCoMo. For more information, contact Tyson Bartel @ 250 226-6826 or thaitouch@yahoo.com.

August 26 Ladies night at Nakusp Golf Club.

For more information contact the pro shop @ 265-4531.

August 27 Workshop Wednesday is a FREE ongoing series of employment focused workshops designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to get a job.

This week is: So You Want to be a Logger?

This workshop provides an overview of requirements for entry level employment in the logging industry, including labour market and training info, and the upcoming West Kootenay Logger Training Program. 9:15

August 27 AA Meeting from 7 to 8 pm. For more information call 265-4604.

August 28 RECYCLING DAY- Curbside recycling pick up every second Thursday.

List your community event here for

FREE email: classified@arrowlakesnews.com

For the latest news visit www.arrowlakesnews.com rosslandnews.com www.roslandnews.com Arrow Lakes News

A6 www.arrowlakesnews.com

P.A.L.S. PET OF THE WEEK

“LOOKING FOR FOREVER HOMES”

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

Community

Two young adult neutered males, very affectionate and loving.

Please call PALS at 250-265-3792 or email info@pals-online.ca.

WEEKLY SPONSOR: Selkirk Realty Kelly Roberts 250-265-3635

Smile Week SMILE of OF the THE W EEK

Nakusp & District Fall Fair digging up the goods and show them off.

Can you dig it?

Photos by Gail Ponto

Nakusp prepares for the annual Fall Fair

RYAN WILLMAN Arrow Lakes News

RHC Insurance Brokers Ltd. Toll Free: 1-877-797-5366 New Denver: 250-358-2617 www.rhcinsurance.com

now than there used to be.”

Trends such as the 100 Mile Diet and a heightened sociological awareness of food production has all but flooded the common mindscape with the desire to become involved, in one way or another, with the backyard agriculture movement.

The 104th Nakusp & District Fall Fair intends to celebrate the unique gardening roots of the Arrow Lakes communities while encouraging future participation in the pursuit of individual agricultural and artisan ventures.

The Fall Fair is managed under the umbrella of the Arrow Lakes Arts Council, and generated profits are used to subsidize the yearly concert series.

This year’s fair has scheduled some popular highlights such as

Trashion Show regulars Shannon Heppner and Alice Smith show off their original creations Photo by Gale Ponto

the Jail and Bail, Kids Zucchini Races and the Trashion Show ,among the familiar judged entries including fruit, vegetable, canning, baking and hobby categories.

Trashion Show mainstays such as

Shannon Heppner and Alice Smith may find themselves in a new sphere of competition as the Arts Council has partnered with the Nakusp Youth Group to host a trash to fashion workshop on August 27 in

an effort to encourage youth participation in the eclectic event.

Information on the fair, including categories and criteria, will be made available with the distribution of a pamphlet designed by Tracy Kew.

c

Come In

NOW OPEN

9:00 AM TO 1:00 PM

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

And Say

c

Jamie White and Neva Willman

Alexandra share a swing and a smile Krajewski at the Three Island Resort playground.

Clear standards, competitive nature and traditional excellence have driven the Nakusp & District Fall Fair through 103 consecutive years, thus earning the yearly event a place in the institutional fibers of this community.

The fall fair is a chance for local gardeners and artisans to showcase the fruits of their seasonal labors in a celebration of the land’s ability to produce bountiful treasures. Bragging rights are principally up for grabs, augmented by the prestigious distribution of ribbons and prizes, but perhaps more important is the sense of community and self-sufficiency that lends itself to the event.

“Gardening is in a renaissance,” Gale Ponto, coordinator of the 2014 fall fair observes. “A lot more people are gardening

HELLO!

Arrow Lakes News Wednesday, August 20, 2014

www.arrowlakesnews.com A7

Community

JOIN US ON FACEBOOK

Summit Lake’s Toadfest is back Summer holidays may be winding down, but there is at least one more familyoriented activity to place in the calendar before they are completely over: Toadfest 2014. The free event, held at Summit Lake Provincial Park just south of Nakusp, will be held on Tuesday August 26 between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and on Wednesday August 27 between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m..

Toadfest is an opportunity for the public to get up-close and very personal with the western toads—especially the tiny toadlets—of Summit Lake. Attendees can search for, collect and safely transport the toadlets across the highway.

The event is to both help the western toad population at Summit Lake, and to raise awareness about their natural history, habitat needs, and challenges they face. Every year, for example, tens of thousands of toadlets, each not more than the size of a

dime, get squashed by vehicles as they attempt their first migration from the shoreline of Summit Lake across Highway 6 to upland habitat.

Toadfest is coordinated each year by the Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP), with support from B.C. Parks, the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Columbia Basin Trust, and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

“While they are still relatively strong in numbers at Summit Lake, their distribution is shrinking and the centre of the world’s distribution has shifted from the USA to B.C.,” says Trevor Oussoren, program manager for the FWCP in the Columbia region—a partnership between BC Hydro, the Province of B.C., First Nations and public stakeholders. “They are an indicator of ecological health and an important part of complex food web, so it’s extremely important that we look after them,” he added.

(MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX

AND SAVE!

Check weekly flyers flyers (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX Check out out weekly (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX and SAVE! and SAVE! AND SAVE! Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

bogoent

AND SAVE!

Browse nationaland andlocal local retailers Browseflyers flyersfrom from your your favourite favourite national retailers

Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

west kootenay Toadlet by the buckets.

Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

Photo by FWCP

The event, now in its fifth year, provides an excellent opportunity to talk to biologists, and get ‘hands-on’ experience at helping an amphibian in need. Western toads are listed federally as a species of concern and are blue-listed (vulnerable) in the province.

In addition to helping toadlets safely across the highway, there will be other activities to see and do, including live aquatic insects, amphibians and reptiles on display, as well as information on invasive plants, bears

and other wild animals living in the region.

“The very dry, warm weather we experienced in July and early August seems to have resulted in the migration being one to two weeks earlier than usual,” says event organizer Angus Glass. “So we may not be hitting its peak, but still intend to safely carry as many toadlets across the road as possible.”

The public are reminded not to collect or transport any toadlets across the highway outside of this organized event.

ev

Featured Retailers Featured Retailers

Featured Retailers

Featured Retailers Featured Retailers

this winter buy a full price ad and run the identical ad This andCHaRGe! August some buy aRestRiCtions full price ad and apply. againJuly at no west kootenay

bogoent Visit Visit

flyers. deals.savings savings tips. flyers.coupons. coupons. deals. tips.

run the identical ad again at NO CHARGE! Visit

flyers. coupons. deals. savings tips.

Visit Visit flyers. coupons. deals. savings tips. flyers. coupons. deals. savings tips.

Some restriction apply.

• BoGo must beBeach mentioned at the time Treed Bear at Nakusp of booking and cannot be applied RYAN WILLMAN • BOGO must be mentioned at the time of to account On August 15 along the waterfront. bookingbalances. and can not be applied to account Community memRCMP officers disapplicable patched a bear after bers discovered• the balances.on display advertising only. it had treed itself near bear that afternoon in • the For new ads only, regularly scheduled the Japanese Gardens a tree overlooking • Applicable on display advertising only. just above the Nakusp Nakusp public beach adjacent to the ads Japa-• are public beach.

For not neweligible. ads only regularly scheduled The bear, identified nese gardens. as a dangerous nuiTwo RCMP offi this winter buy a full adsexpires are notFebruary eligible.

•cers Offer 28,price 2013.ad and run the identical ad sance, had been caus- arrived on scene and

ev

Arrow Lakes News

ing concerns during the week within the village limits including incidents at the campground, the gazebo and downtown.

On the morning of August 15 RCMP had received three calls regarding the bear and assigned officers to search for the animal

after consulting with a Conservation Officer in Castelgar, the decision was made to dispatch the bear.

“It is always a last resort to make this decision,” one of the RCMP officers stated, “but our main concern is the safety of the general public.”

This July andCHaRGe! August buy a full price ad and Offer August 31, 2014 again atexpires no some RestRiCtions apply. run the identical ad again at NO CHARGE!

bogoent

west kootenayapply.

Some restriction • BoGo must be mentioned at the time

of booking and cannot be applied • BOGO must be mentioned at the time of to account bookingbalances. and can not be applied to account • applicable balances.on display advertising only.

• For new adsbuyonly, regularly scheduled • Applicable ona full display only. ad this winter price adadvertising and run the identical This July and August buy a full price ad and at no CHaRGe! some RestRiCtions apply. ads• are not eligible.

Foragain new ads only regularly scheduled run the identical ad again at NO CHARGE! Some restriction adsexpires are• not eligible.

• Offer February 28,apply.

BoGo must be mentioned at2013. the time

A young black bear was dispatched by RCMP officers after it was discovered in a tree beside the Nakusp Public Beach.

bogoent west kootenay

ev

this winter buy a full price ad and run the identical ad This andCHaRGe! August some buy aRestRiCtions full price ad and apply. againJuly at no

Photo by Ryan Willman

ev

of booking and cannot be applied Offer expires 2014 • BOGO must beAugust mentioned at31, the time of to account bookingbalances. and can not be applied to account • applicable balances.on display advertising only.

• For new ads only, regularly scheduled • Applicable on display advertising only.

sales@arrowlakesnews.com run the identical ad again at NO CHARGE! | 250-265-3841

A8 www.arrowlakesnews.com

This Artifact & WIN!

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

Community

Senior’s column

HINT: instrument used for opening veins for bleeding

MARILYN BOXWELL

“...It’s just one of those things.”

Master Takeo Yamashiro gave a traditional Japanese flute performance in Kohan Garden. Photo by Greg Nesteroff.

New Denver’s Nikkei centre turns 20

Ryan man

Artifact courtesy of the Nakusp Museum Photo credit: Ryan Willman

To enter your answer,email classified@arrowlakesnews.com or call 250.265.3841

One lucky winner gets $5 credit From our sponsor

Jennifer Chocolates Last weeks answer: Curling Iron The winner is OLIVIA MANG Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land FrontCounter BC Cranbrook has accepted an application made by Coninta Holdings Ltd represented by Robert James Perret of 103-1830 Atkinson Street, Pentiction BC V2A 7M6 on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, to amend their current Licence of Operation – Roadway to facilitate access to provate lands near Ferguson BC, the existing road grade iis on Provincial Crown land and containing 2.0 hectares more or less.

The MFLNRO and MEM File Numbers that has been established for this application is 4405492. 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 18th, 2014. FrontCounter BC may not be able to consider comments received after this date.

To review the Lands Act applications please refer to our website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp → Search → by File Number: insert Lands File Number for more information. These applications will be available for viewing at the FrontCounter BC office in Cranbrook, BC. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Land and Natural Resource Operations regional office in Cranbrook.

GREG NESTEROFF Black Press

As the Nikkei Memorial Internment Centre in New Denver marked its 20th anniversary Saturday, one of its founders recalled how a key building was nearly lost.

Roy Inouye, past president of the National Association of Japanese Canadians, told the large crowd that Kyowakai Hall, built in 1943 as a communal bathhouse but used instead as a community centre, was going to be burned down in the early 1990s.

Inouye convinced Buddhist church elders to instead preserve the building for its historic value—but had no idea where the money would come from.

Fortunately, the Japanese Canadian Redress Foundation, created a few years earlier to administer a $12 million community fund that was part of a federal settlement, came to the rescue. Their view, Inoyue said, was “Let us not think of it as a project for New Denver. Let’s make it a national project.”

649

Today Kyowakai Hall is home to a series of exhibits on the internment of Japanese Canadians in the West Kootenay. It is also still a functioning Buddhist temple.

The centre itself, Inouye said, is the only one of its kind in North America. It has since been declared a national historic site.

“Thanks to the residents of New Denver for taking care of the Japanese Canadians during their interment and for taking care of the site now,” Inouye told those gathered. “We must have these site so that the atrocities put upon the Japanese people by the government will never happen again.”

Thousands of Japanese Canadians were exiled from the Lower Mainland to the interior during World War II, to be housed in ghost towns and camps in difficult conditions, many crammed into poorly heated shacks.

Project manager Ken Butler recalled that it only took about a year to put the entire centre

Lotteries

BC49

Winning Numbers Drawn for Wednesday, April 30th Winning for38 40 03 09 25 32 35Numbers 45 10Drawn 12 19 36 August 13th Wednesday, BC Bonus649 Number: 23 Bonus Number: 22 08 16 21 39 44 45 07 24 33 414942 48 Extra: 17 30 56 72Number: Winning Numbers Drawn for Bonus Number: Bonus 11 12 Wednesday, April 30th 04 85 93 98 Extra: Winning Numbers Drawn for 03 09 25 32 35 45 10 12 19 36 38 40 Bonus Number: 23 Bonus Saturday, MayNumber: 3rd 22 Extra: 17 30 56 72 for39 46 01 07Winning 11 17 27 Numbers 47 04Drawn 13 26 36 August 16nd Saturday, Winning Numbers Drawn for Bonus Number: 34 Bonus Number: 21 3rd22 25 31 34 09 18 41 42Saturday, 48 49 May 07 10 BC49 65Number: 649 01Number: 07 11 Extra: 17 2710 47 22 47 0462 13 26 36 39 46 Bonus Bonus 18 Bonus Number: Bonus 76 Number: 80 21 Extra: 3429 49

together, which included moving original shacks onto the site.

Interpreting the story was a challenge, he said, but was helped by the discovery in a local garage of a trunk filled with documents that “told the story of upheaval and traumatic events that transpired.”

Former internees who still lived in New Denver were a “guiding influence” on the project.

“There were many times during the interview process with elders that all you could do was cry,” Butler said.

He also recalled the influence of Roy Tomomichi Sumi, who designed a peace garden for the centre in a style known as karesansui (“dried-up water scenery”).

Sumi was interned at Rosebery and took seedlings from his gardens to Vancouver, where he worked for the Nitobe Memorial Gardens at the University of B.C. .Some of those plants then came back to New Denver for the Nikkei centre.

In this case, the favourite Cole Porter melody serves as a gentle reminder that owing to circumstances beyond their control, organizers of the annual Nakusp and District Fall Fair have needed to change the date and time of this year’s Fall Fair to September 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Nakusp Auditorium.

Take note volunteers will be on hand to register each of the participants’ entries on Friday, September 5 at the Nakusp Auditorium between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.. Once entry registration is completed, the auditorium will be cleared to make room for the judging team to move on to the next step. At this point, the winning entries are decided upon and ribbons will be awarded.

The Fall Fair is still very much a highlight of the season—a time when we as a regional community are delighted to show what is often referred to as “being the best that we can be.”

This century-old Nakusp and District tradition has carried on successfully through the years with as much pride and enthusiasm today as has always been demonstrated not only by seniors, but those of all other ages as well.

Highlights will include the Nakusp area World Famous Kids’ Zucchini Eaces, a Trashion Show as well as a concession. Various displays plus distribution of community information will take place. A limited number of sale tables will be available to vendors.

Admission to the Fair is $3—children 12 and under are free. For table reservations or general information, contact the Fair coordinator Gail Ponto at (250) 265-4526.

Athlete of the Week

It’s time to place your ad!

Lotteries

K2 649

BC49 ROTOR LODGE

Extra: 22 47 62 65 515 Broadway St., Nakusp • 250-265-3618 K2Rib ROTOR LODGE Prime every Friday 515 Broadway St., Nakusp • 250-265-3618 Wing Night every Monday Prime Rib every Friday

Wing Night every Monday LIQUOR STORE

LIQUOR STORE

OpenOpen 7 days a.m.

11 p.m.

7 daysaaweek week 9 9 a.m.

- 11 -p.m.

Formerly Lodge Formerlythe the Kuskanax Kuskanax Lodge

Chris Carruthers

handels the pig skin during a warm up on Saturday. Carruthers is one of the organizers who is working to bring flag football to Nakusp on Saturdays at 10am at the NSS fields Contact Chantelle Carter Arrow Lakes News 250-265-3841 Sponsored by sales@arrowlakesnews.com

ENA L GCA TORS LTD. C A R T ON INCORPORATED SINCE 1970

Tel: 250.265.1729 or 250.265.4100 www.galenacontractors.com

250-265-3841 250.365.6397

Arrow Lakes News Wednesday, August 20, 2014

www.arrowlakesnews.com A9

Business & service Directory RECREATION

ACCOUNTING SERVICES “New to Nakusp”

Welldone Accounting Services ltd. proprietorships/Corporations Full Cycle accounting including: • payroll, Remittances, t4s, t4 summary, & t5s, t5 summary • Gst Filing & Reconciliation • wCB • Invoicing • Financial Institution Reporting • accounts payable/accounts Receivable • Financial statements all accounting is completed with guaranteed confidentiality at reasonable rates for small, medium, & large corporations. please contact (250)265-0025 or (403) 302-9532 for further information

AUTOMOTIVE CONSTRUCTION

24 4 hr. towing & roadside assistance Isaque & Carla Vieira

O ’BRIEN’S TOWING & REPAIR

Phone: 250 250-265-4577 265 4577

1007 Hwy y 23 23, Nakuspp

Concrete Lock Blocks Drain Rush Road Crush Sand & Gravel Crusher/ Excavator Septic Tanks Dump Trucks

265-4615 Come and see ee our qualifi qualified ed technicians beforee you head out on the op open road!

Fax: 265-4615 www.obrienstowing.com

CONSTRUCTION Log and Timber Frame Quality Since 1974 Homes Jim Pownall

Box 368 New Denver, BC Phone: 250-358-2566 Fax: 250-358-2817 Email: jpownall@telus.net Web site: jimpownallco.com

CONTRACTING

AUTOMOTIVE

O ’BRIEN’S TOWING & REPAIR

Phone: 250 250-265-4577 265 4577

1007 Hwy y 23 23, Nakuspp

1.888.689.4699

Come and see ee our qualifi qualified ed technicians beforee you head out on the op open road! www.obrienstowing.com

AUTOMOTIVE Service & Repair & Towing

AUTOMOTIVE

Phone 250-265-4911 Fax 250-265-4972

SALES & SERVICE

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK

CHAINSAWS - Stihl, Husqvarna TRIMMERS - Stihl, Toro, Husqvarna MOWERS - Snapper, Lawnboy, Toro

CLEANING SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION Construction Ltd.

Wayne Abbott

Service, Repair & Towing CONSTRUCTION

BEN BRUNEAU

250-265-3361 knishida@columbiacable.net

• • • • • • •

Licensed Builder New Homes Renovations Commercial Stucco Drywall Concrete

Tel: 250-265-4649 • Fax: 250-265-4555

SURVEY SERVICES

KNC Construction Ltd. Building Contractor • Licensed Builder Residential • Commercial • Industrial

HALCYON-HOTSPRINGS.COM

RECREATION

98 - 1st. St., Nakusp BC V0G 1R0

Lonestar

1350 13th Ave Box 1137,Nakusp, B.C., V0G 1R0 Tel: 250-265-4406 Fax: 250-265-4436

Hwy 23, 33 km north of Nakusp

REPAIRS

1-800-747-8253 e:contact@centralcarpetdoctor.ca www.centralcarpetdoctor.ca

NORTH NAKUSP

Ancient HeAling WAters Mineral Pools, Spa, Kingfisher Restaurant, accommodations and more

Cleaning: • Carpets • Furniture • Tiles • area Rugs

AUTOMOTIVE

RECREATION

24 4 hr. towing & roadside assistance

Rob Tupper, BCLS Mark Budgen, P.ENG, BCLS BC Land Surveyors

Subdivisions Topographic Surveys Surveys • Site Plans BCBoundary Land Surveyors

Rob Tupper, BCLS• Mark Budgen, P.ENG, BCLS

Subdivisions ~www.monasheesurveying.com Topographic Surveys Boundary Surveys ~ SiteVernon, Plans 3710A 28th Street, B.C. • 250-545-5990 www.monasheesurveying.com

CUSTOM BODY WORK & PAINTING ICBC/Private Insurance Windshield Replacements

250 265-4012

CONSTRUCTION Design

Build

MADDEN TIMBER CONSTRUCTION Quality Timber Homes Structural Concrete Framing and Finishing

250-265-1807

www.maddentimber.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Your Business Directory Here!

RECREATION

A10 www.arrowlakesnews.com

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

PUZ Z LE C ROS S

WORDS WORDS

Community

ea

Answers for Last Weeks White-whiskered Laughingthrush.

Photo by Gary Davidson

Birds of Nakusp Gary Davidson Arrow Lakes News

GUESS WHO?

Following our four weeks in Africa, we spent 12 days in Thailand, and five days each in Taiwan and Tokyo. We did quite a bit of birding in Taiwan, but very little in Tokyo.

Like many island nations, Taiwan has quite a number of endemic bird species, that is, species that occur nowhere else.

There are 23 endemics in Taiwan. With the help of Richard, our trusty Irish guide, we managed to find all but three of these species. Despite Richard’s heritage, he has lived in Taiwan for 30 years; he speaks and reads Mandarin fluently.

Once again we encountered bird families with strange and unfamiliar names—at least unfamiliar to North American birders. Some of the endemics that we saw on the first day included Taiwan Hwamei, Taiwan Sibia, Steere’s Liocichla, Taiwan Yuhina, White-whiskered Laughingthrush, Taiwan Barbet, and Taiwan Scimitar Babbler. Others, however, did sound a little more familiar—we saw Mikado Pheasant, Taiwan Blue Magpie, Taiwan Bush Warbler, Maroon Oriole and Collared Robin.

Locating some of these species was not an easy task; most of Taiwan is covered by densely forested mountains. The

human population is crowded into the relatively narrow lowland strip that encircles the island along its coasts. The birds are in the mountains. Without the help of Richard, we would have seen far fewer of them.

Success in finding specific birds is largely dependent on being able to first recognise their calls. This enables you to know what you’re looking for before you actually see it, and also to avoid wasting time chasing down species you may have already seen. Since he has been a long-time resident, Richard knew all the bird calls very well.

I can’t possibly describe all of the endemics we saw, but I will mention a few. The Taiwan Yuhina is not closely related to any North American families, but it did remind me somewhat of a chickadee.

It’s a little larger and isn’t the same colour, but its behaviour was very similar. It seemed to be chattering all the time, it was always flitting about from branch to branch, and it travelled in small groups. The Whitewhiskered Laughingthrush was by far the most trusting bird we saw. It reminded me of our Grey Jay, (or Whiskeyjack), in that it would bound up to us when we stopped, presumably hoping for a handout. The Mikado Pheasant was a very attractive look-

ing bird. It was largely black, but the long tail was banded with narrow white stripes, and there were two bold white stripes on the wing.

There was a bright red patch of bare skin surrounding the eye. Under normal circumstance, it is a deep forest bird and quite hard to find. But in a few locations in national parks and reserves, seed has been left out for them and with a little patience you might get lucky and see them emerge from the forest to take advantage of free food. One of my favourites was the Taiwan Barbet. Some have referred to this species as the five-coloured barbet, and with good reason. Its head, in particular, is a riot of five different colours: blue, yellow, black, red and green.

The maroon Oriole was also quite a spectacular bird.

We have orioles in North America too, but ours are in a completely different family to those that occur in Asia.

The Maroon Oriole is probably not well named; I would describe its colour as scarlet, not maroon. Its back, undersides and tail are bright red; the wings and head are black.

Our fabulous 8-week trip has come to an end, and we are now home. Which means my next article will deal with something a bit less exotic than my last two.

Arrow Lake News Wednesday, August 20, 2014

www.arrowlakesnews.com A11

Arrow Lakes News

Your community. Your classifieds.

250.265.3823

bc classified.com email

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS TRAVEL CHILDREN EMPLOYMENT BUSINESS SERVICES PETS & LIVESTOCK MERCHANDISE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE RENTALS AUTOMOTIVE MARINE

Announcements

Employment

Anniversaries

Education/Trade Schools

Happy 50th Anniversary!

Harold and Evelyn Bridge August 22, 1964 Love from your family

Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

AGREEMENT

It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement. bcclassified.com cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition. bcclassified.com reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisment and to retain any answers directed to the bcclassified.com Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisment and box rental.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

COPYRIGHT

Copyright and/or properties subsist in all advertisements and in all other material appearing in this edition of bcclassified.com.

Permission to reproduce wholly or in part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.

ON THE WEB:

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

Place of Worship St. Mark’s Anglican Church Aug 24 10 am Morning Prayer Lay Readers

Personals MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851.

FIVE Full Time, Permanent Housekeeping Room Attendants required by 611017 BC Ltd DBA Holiday Inn Express in Golden-Kicking Horse, BC Compensation: $14.00 hourly, 40 hours per week Education: High School Experience in related field an asset; Job Duties: Make beds, clean/disinfect bathroom/fixtures, Stock linen closet and supplies area, Vacuum carpets and mop floors. Wash windows, pick up debris and remove trash from units, Provide information on facilities and handle complaints. Location: Mail- PO Box 1462, 1120 14th St, Golden, BC V0A 1HO E-mail: gm@hiexgolden.com Fax: 1-250-344-4665

CANCEL YOUR Time Share.

No Risk Program Stop Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248.

Travel

RV OWNERS, winter vacation in Arizona. $999.99 three month rental special, large RV lots, activities, entertainment, Pet Friendly. Buy a lot for $49,995. vds@robertsresorts .com or call 480-363-2087.

Employment Career Opportunities

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Transportation

Trades, Technical

Garage Sales

Acreage for Sale

Auto Financing

Aug 30th, 231 Glenacres Road, Nakusp Doors open 9 am till 2 pm many household items garden tools, new bed very nice luggage. For directions call 250-265-1558

Residential Acreage $363,000

LABOURERS PCL Energy now hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experience for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Retention and completion bonuses paid! Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com or fax: 1-888-398-0725.

PCL ENERGY now hiring Journeyperson: Pipefitters, Millwrights ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Call 780-468-8026 or email resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

Services

Financial Services ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-3511783.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Timeshare

FOY SPA RV Resort has more winter fun for less! Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment, Canadian friends in southern California foyspa.com, or call 888-800-0772.

Employment

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

Travel

Home Care/Support NURSES, Foot Care Nurses, Care Aides, Home Cleaners Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced cleaners. If you are: personable; energetic; positive; possess an outstanding work ethic; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, pls forward your resume c/w 2 references to hsellors@bayshore.ca.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

advertising@arrowlakesnews.com

Personal Care Nakusp Foot Care Nursing care for sore feet.

For an appointment call 250-265-3024

Home Repairs FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

Misc. for Sale Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20’ & 40’ Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014 A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock.

SPECIAL Trades are welcome.

40’ Containers under $2500!

DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each.

Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock.

SPECIAL Trades are welcome.

40’ Containers under $2500!

DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each.

Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs!

Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets.

Eliminate Bugs- Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting.

Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

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 1-800668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Own the privacy of two 5.4 acres. Good gravity water & new septic systems, Power/Phone. Park like, 250 years, plus some old growth forest. South & West sun exposure with low frost climate for gardening. Views of the Valhalla Mountains.

Six miles from Slocan Lake beach & Silverton.

Pictures & information: http://comfree.com/218671 1-877-888-3131, Owner 1-250-358-2364

Transportation

Auto Financing

Community Newspapers We’re at the heart of things™

Obituaries

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of

Catherine Ritsuko Kumamoto (nee Ooka) Passed away peacefully at Providence Health Care on August 9, 2014 at the age of 91, and will be dearly missed by her many friends and family. She leaves behind her children, son Richard Kenno (Jane Toyota), and daughter Lorie Ayukawa, and grandchildren, Kori Ayukawa (Amber Podrats), Ryan Ayukawa, Kyle Kenno and Martin Kenno (Florence Li-Kenno). She also leaves behind two great granddaughters, Kira Ayukawa and Riley Kenno. She is survived by her younger sister, Wendy Obayashi (of Nakusp, B.C.), and nieces, Candy Rasmussen and Joni Stevens, and nephews, Wayne and Blaine Obayashi.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada!

Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

She is predeceased by her husband, Hiroshi Kumamoto, and father, Fukuzo Ooka and mother, Kishi (nee Osoi).

Education/Trade Schools

The family would like to express thanks to Dr. Roy Chan, her caregivers, to whom the family will be forever grateful, Support Services Staff at Momiji, and her many friends for their kindness and concern during the last several months.

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339

Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date and a memorial service in British Columbia is planned. Details are yet to be determined.

SHOP ONLINE...

Anytime!

bcclassified.com

If friends so desire, memorial tributes, donations in lieu of flowers, would be appreciated to either Momiji Health Care Society or the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre.

A12 www.arrowlakesnews.com

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Arrow Lakes News

ay! Contact:

SUMMER

m | 250.265.3841

Summer Sweepstakes We want to reward you for supporting our local businesses!

Fill out the entry form and put it in the box below to be entered for a chance to win a $250 local shopping spree!

Sweepstakes runs from July 30th - August 29th Draw will be August 29, 2014 at 4 pm

Nakusp General Store ONE STOP SHOP FOR SUMMER!

Almost everything available! Summer Stuff, Live Bait, Fishing & Hunting Licences, Fishing Supplies, Gifts, Souvenirs, Clothes, Toys, DAWGS and more! Come check out our NEW storefront!

MAKESELECTION AN OFFER LARGE OF

DISCOUNT BASEMENT ITEMS MAJOR APPLIANCES IN STOCK - FRIDGES, WASHERS, SKU # 99000FREEZERS, ONLY

DRYERS, RANGES,

4 DAYS ONLY DISHWASHERS ETC.

- WHIRLPOOL GE - INGLIS - MABE THURS. JULY-31ST - FRIGIDAIRE - LG TO- ELECTROLUX SAT. AUG. 3RD

- MOST MAJOR BRANDS AVAILABLE FOR ORDERING AS WELL

LOCATED IN THE LOWER LEVEL

(250) 265-3444 302 Broadway St. Nakusp

Fresh Wild Fresh B.C. Sockeye One pound ( 1LB) Blueberries.Fillets Salmon

$1.99 each 1.88/100g

ValidAugust August22-28 1-7 only Valid

Come In For Beautiful

SUMMER GREAT

QUALITY SALE

APPAREL, FOOTWEAR, ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT.

20-50% OFF

NAKUSP’s

250.265.2226 250.265.2226 308 Broadway Broadway St., St., Nakusp Nakusp 308

www.littlemountainoutdoorgear.com

COME IN AND SEE! Heritage Our large range of swim wear Blankets, scarves, beach toys, for ladies, men, boys & girls! summer dresses, tee shirts and more!

Nursery

Jewelry and Accessories

We are a beautiful world import retail gallery, specializing in Latin American textiles and hand made gifts (250) 265-3288 318 Broadway St., Nakusp

EVERYTHING MUST GO.

8 am - 9 pm 7 days a week 510 Broadway St W, Nakusp, BC (250) 265-3662

120 Broadway St., Nakusp 250-265-3658

& Gift Shop

Wide Selection of Gorgeous Perrenials

primamateriagallery.com

Bauerfeind SportsSale Braces Sunglasses

• shrubs • fruit trees & berries • a wide selection of soils

2520

% % Off

. Retail Off Reg

In Effect until Aug In5th Effect until Aug 19th

265-2161 319 BROADWAY

j

250-265-3039 97 South Nelson Ave Nakusp, BC

88 Broadway Street

250-265-2228