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Kootenay Co-op is one pre-sale away from reaching its target to allow construction to begin on the $26 million Nelson Commons residential and retail project.

That was the message delivered to the co-op membership on Wednesday night at the AGM and information meeting held at the Adventure Hotel.

The first signs of demolition of the old Extra Foods site, to prepare for new construction, should

be visible before Christmas.

Kootenay Co-op director Leon Pigott told the crowd that 34 of the 54 units have now been pre-sold and only one more is needed to reach the promised $12 million mark needed.

He said pre-sales consist of a “signed contract and a significant deposit.”

“We are hoping to be done by Friday, so let me just be clear on that, with signed agreements we are essentially one sale short and we have two discussions that look

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like they will be complete by Friday. If not Friday then early next week,” said Pigott.

He added that the goal is to have the old building down by Christmas.

Originally the co-op’s financial goal was to sell 46 of the 54 units before construction began, but after some financial restructuring, which lowered the debt threshold, that number was reduced.

Wednesday’s meeting, held after the AGM, was designed to Continued on Page 2

Retired Nelson cop Pat Severyn announced Thursday that he will challenge incumbent John Dooley for the mayoral seat in the upcoming municipal election.

After 30 years serving on the Nelson police force, and having been born and raised in Nelson, he believes he has the experience necessary to excel in the role.

“I understand Nelson. If I was new to Nelson in the last six, seven years and wanted to feel my way through how the city operates, more than likely I’d run for council first. But I’ve lived here all my life. I know Nelson and I know the people of Nelson as well as can be expected, so I’m going to skip the council step and go for mayor,” he said.

Severyn began his career in 1981 as a reserve officer, and eventually moved his way up to a full-time gig in 1982 that saw him through to his retirement in 2011.

Now that he’s had a couple years of retirement, the 58-year-old feels he is ready for this new role.

“I had a fair amount of pressure from friends of mine and the public to get involved in council as the mayor, and I told people all along that one day I would attempt that mission. I think I’ve recharged my batteries now and I’m ready to tackle something new,” he said.

And though he’s hesitant to criticize the current council or Dooley, he has some ideas about how he would approach the role differently.

“I’m not a negative person. I don’t use negative phrases or instances against people. I’d rather say that my best asset is that I’m a team player. All the sports I’ve been involved in, councils, boards I’ve sat on, I’ve been a team player and I’ve been a leader in most of them. It’s time, in my mind, that we had a real team.”

That doesn’t mean he wants all the councillors to necessarily be in agreement about everything, but wants them to work collaboratively. He said the priorities he hopes to work on, if elected, would be focusing on maintaining the vibrancy of downtown, attracting clean Continued on Page 4

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His mantra is ‘sensible’

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Kevin LePape is running for director of Area F in the Regional District of Central Kootenay this fall, but you won’t catch him posting any lawn signs.

“I loathe election signs,” he says. “I think they are a wretched eyesore and an insult to the landscape.” Plus he doesn’t think they do much good.

He will, however, send out a flyer by mail, launch a website at sensiblerdck.com, and knock on as many doors as he can between now and November 15.

LePape, a Johnstone Road resident, has been a vocal critic of several regional district decisions, including the purchase of office furniture from an out-of-town company at a higher price than a local bidder.

He was also stunned when a budget touted as containing virtually no tax increase socked homeowners within the Nelson recreation commission catchment area with a hefty bill to fix the aquatic centre ceiling.

The work and the tax hike, he concluded, were necessary, but he remained concerned that it wasn’t well communicated to residents and that the facility had very limited reserves.

Only recently did he seriously consider seeking office himself, although others encouraged him, based in part on his letters to the editor.

“The first time I heard ‘You ought to run’ I laughed and said ‘You can’t be serious’ because

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I’m not sure I’m the right personality. I have considerable skills to bring to the boardroom table but often worry about my ability to work with other people.”

LePape describes himself as an “independent, two-plus-two-equals-four, entrepreneurial thinker” who gets frustrated in a bureaucratic environment. But he reconciled those feelings before deciding to run. “I had to get over that and I think I have,” he says. “I don’t see it as a problem anymore.”

He also sounded out some incumbent directors to ensure they can function alongside each other if elected. “I actually asked a number of people at the table ‘I’ve rubbed you the wrong way. Can we still work together?’ They

said ‘Oh yes, sure. We have no problem.’ It’s the same with me.”

At the risk of sounding like he’s running a negative campaign, LePape says he actually thinks much of the regional district functions well and he’s not interested in blaming anyone for earlier decisions, nor reversing them — the controversial furniture he railed against has already been installed.

However, he would like to see changes to procurement and spending policies as well as reduced board and administration expenses.

He also worries about the financial burden placed on small water systems forced to meet Interior Health standards, and wonders if the regional district could help them with some form of community financing.

“I’m not a regular politician,” he says.

“My mantra is ‘sensible.’ There needs to be a change at the boardroom table, a different approach. Somebody who is a little simpler and pragmatic.”

LePape, 57, was born and raised in Montreal and made his living as a self-employed industrial warehouse and packing equipment and supplies distributor.

His entry into the Area F race guarantees residents will have a choice on the ballot: retired Nelson teachers union president Tom Newell is also seeking the position.

LePape said he respects and gets along well with Newell, “but we are coming at this from completely different places.”

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“As a co-op we feel very strongly about being transparent and open with our membership,” said Pigott.

“There’s little that the management knows that the membership doesn’t.”

The membership posed several questions to the board

members about the project.

Most of them expressed concern about the possible financial risks.

“I think this project has proved itself. The way I talk about it is, if this is not a good project we would not have 33, 34 pre-sales, we’d have six presales and be moving on to plan B,” said Pigott.

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just rebuild the old store, but Pigott said it’s unlikely that plan will be needed.

With the numbers of sales reaching the goal and financial partners that include Vancity and the Columbia Basin Trust to name a few, Pigott said he’s confident.

“This project offers a very good financial return.”

Once the pre-sale goal is reached, the timeline for con-

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New construction should start in the spring of 2015. The project is expected to be completed by late spring of 2016.

Pre-sales of the remaining 20 units will continue during the construction phase.

If the project is completed and some of the units are still available, Pigott said the coop would consider renting the empty spaces.

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Nelson’s tourism industry is reporting a double digit increase in visitors since 2013, with an approximately 12 per cent jump.

“Right from the start of the year we could see a trend starting to develop,” said Tom Thomson, executive director of the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce. “There was good activity over the course of the winter and that has continued.”

Weather was a crucial factor in attracting those tourists, as was the recovery of the global economy.

“The only real issue that impacted us was the fires. People were calling us and cancelling, asking whether we were accessible or if the air quality was okay. We were pretty fortunate,” said Dianna Ducs, executive director of Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism.

“We’re a bit like farmers. If the weather’s good, people will probably be coming out.

We live in a magical place and people that visit once most usually want to return to visit or live.”

Ducs said tourism was up 12 per cent last year, and they’re expecting an overall seven to 10 per cent jump again this year.

Thomson said the US economy’s strength is to be thanked for many of our American visitors. He said the fact that the Canadian dollar is currently trading at slightly below the American greenback is an incentive for some.

“Sometimes they’re shocked when they visit and find out there’s a big difference.

It’s not something you want to promote too much, you don’t want to tell them Canada’s on sale. But people appreciate saving a few pennies while they’re here.”

Thomson said the summer season typically takes care of itself, tourism-wise, and they spend most of their time trying to attract visitors during the other seasons.

For June and July the Nelson Visitor Centre saw a 12 per cent increase in visitors.

That number rose to 13.5 per cent in August.

Ryan Martin, owner of the Hume Hotel, said they’ve been seeing such an increase in visitors that they’re struggling to keep up.

Though he doesn’t have the final numbers yet, he estimates they’ve seen over 10 per cent more visitors this August than last.

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Nelson’s unique culture also proves to be a draw.

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“We’re very busy here. There’s no other municipality like that in the Kootenays. I’ve driven into downtown at 9 p.m. on a Thursday and I can’t find a parking spot on Baker.

That doesn’t happen in other places.

I’m very passionate about downtown. I hate seeing empty buildings.

So one of my top priorities is I want to see it stay vibrant,” he said.

He praised the Ecosociety’s MarketFest events, and said he wishes there could be more events like that in town. He’d also like to see Nelson launch its very own music festival, akin to the Kaslo Jazz Fest or the Shambhala Music Festival.

Severyn said one way to encourage that is to expand the financial base by attracting clean industry.

“We’re here because it’s clean and everybody gets to do their own thing here. We need to show that we have a real interest in clean industry coming here,” he said.

Homelessness is an issue that Severyn has plenty of experience with, and he said his unique perspective as a police officer may help him come up with new solutions.

“I can’t imagine what it would be

to homelessness in Nelson I think I would get everyone’s vote tomorrow, but I don’t. What I think we need to do is, if financial aid or grants are needed, we have to look at them very carefully. You get the biggest bang for your buck when you deal with grants that are matched by provincial and federal governments,” he said.

Severyn said he’s passionate about serving all members of the community, not just those in need.

“If you spend too much time on the rich people, the poor people say ‘oh, he’s in it for the rich people’. If you spend too much time with the Pat Severyn will be running for Nel- Getting ready for poor people, the rich people say ‘I son’s mayoral seat. friendly get-togethers? don’t want my money going to peoWill Johnsonfamily photo ple who don’t help themselves’. It’s a like to not have a home. Homeless- juggling act. But I honestly believe in ness in Nelson, it’s a very unfortu- my heart you can have a relationship nate situation. And I think we need with everyone.” to find some permanent solutions.

That doesn’t mean he’s trying to Nelson CARES does a great job, we make everyone happy. need to maintain what they’re doing “I’m really comfortable with sayand even advance it somewhat. But ing no. I would rather have people we have to be doing other things hear ‘no, I can’t do that’ than ‘yeah, too,” he said.

I’ll look at it’, and nothing happens,” He said the solutions that have he said. been put forward so far, such as the Severyn shared his cell phone proposed campground for homeless number with the Star, and said he people, aren’t satisfactory. would endeavour to personally con“That’s a Band-Aid fix. I’m not a nect with everyone who calls him. possibilities magician. If I had a permanentImagine...the fix His number is 250-354-7117.

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Second in a series marking the centennial of the First World War The man whose assassination sparked the First World War was unimpressed with ruffians he encountered on a voyage down the Arrow Lakes and Columbia River.

Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, whose sudden death in Sarajevo in 1914 plunged Europe into a deadly four-year conflict, made a world tour in 1892-93 that took him to India, Australia, Japan, the US, and Canada.

His two-volume travelogue was published in German in 1896 as Tagebuch Meiner Reise um die Erde (Diary of My Trip Around the World), but has never been translated into English until now. An online project at franzferdinandsworld.com has been posting one entry per day, corresponding to the date of his original journey. His brief visit to West Kootenay occurred 121 years ago this week.

The archduke arrived in Vancouver from Japan on September 5, 1893 and departed two days later for Banff. He then backtracked to Penticton, and reached Revelstoke late on the evening on the 17th, where his party left its wagons and boarded the Columbia and Kootenay Steam Navigation Company’s steamer Columbia, en route for Northport, Wash.

He noted the ship could accommodate 100 first class passengers, but despite being launched only two years earlier, “it seems to be quite old and in need of repairs, as everywhere it was posted that the life-belts were to be found under the beds in each cabin. In my cabin I discovered that I could

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At some point, the steamer dropped a group of prospectors off in the middle of nowhere. Ferdinand wasn’t sorry to see them go.

“One can … imagine without difficulty the strange company assembled on board.

Ugly and rough fellows were milling around on deck and in the salons in threadbare torn Nearly 20 years before Franz Ferdinand’s clothes with large hats on their heads and a assassination precipitated the war to end all revolver near their hands. This gave us the wars, he took a steamer ride down the Arrow opportunity to acquaint ourselves already here with the American ruthlessness. EveryLakes. where these fellows were lounging around, look through yawning gaps in the ship’s side putting their feet upon couches and chairs, while it directly rained through the deck spitting everywhere and taking possession on the bed of one of the other gentlemen.” of books that had been left for just a moAt 4 a.m. the following day, “Noise, rum- ment in the salon.”

Ferdinand noted only one settlement bling and the whiny howls of the steamer’s whistle” announced the boat’s departure. along the way, which “owes its existence Ferdinand admired “the skill and audacity” to a silver mine that had been opened in of the captain who drove his “hard-to-steer the Selkirk Range and is said to be quite ship” at full speed through the narrow valley. rich.” This might have been Nakusp or Trail.

But again he mentioned the “numerous Castlegar didn’t yet exist.

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Editor: Kevin Mills Publisher: Karen Bennett

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OF THE WEEK Do you think moving the Balfour ferry terminal is a realistic endeavour?

Ferry on the move?

Millions of dollars in new roads, dock, dredging, compensation, communications, signage, removal, restoration. It will never happen. I think that the advantage was to avoid having to negotiate Procter point as well as the shorter crossing, but it won’t happen.

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Maybe they should just think about a bridge instead.

Evan Foster

LAST WEEK, WE ASKED:

Before the Osprey 2000 was built, the Provincial Gov’t of the day did a study on putting in a bridge. At that time the cost was pegged at around $100 million to construct.

Where both ferries cross on the main lake is on average 450 feet deep! So it would have to be a floating bridge.

Can you imagine what the cost would be now nearly 20 years later after the first study? Plus yearly maintenance costs? It would be ridiculous to have a bridge...

Dirk Jonker

Should the City of Nelson spend $5,000 to help create a study on developing a homeless camp?

You responded:

YES: 32 % NO: 68 %

I’m stickin with the bridge idea. It should go from Balfour to Gray Creek.

Doran Amatto

Educate yourself on election issues I

f you don’t know much about politics, your municipal government or your local board of education, now is the time to learn. With the elections coming November 15, we have less than two months to educative ourselves on who we wish to represent us in their governing decisions and financial expenditures.

With the new four year term for mayor and councillors, it amplifies the importance of getting the right person and the right group to work together as a team. As a new resident to the West Kootenay, I’ve got my homework cut out for me.

While students are finally back in the classrooms this week getting the education they need from their teachers, I too need information. I spent last fall covering the provincial election in the east Kootenay area where wild Bill Bennett won in a landslide over Norma McDonald.

I also heard statements from one person who believed it was the NDP

government who put the HST in place and that’s why he would not vote for the NDP candidate. Sadly that voter had his information backwards when he cast his ballot.

In 2013 over 55 per cent of eligible voters cast their ballot across the province; 45 per cent did not.

If you think the choice is obvious or if poll predictions that one party or person will win lulls you into a voters’ hibernation thinking in a cozy haze that you can count on the rest of the residents to make the “correct” decision for you, think again.

Everyone has issues that mean more to them than others. I suggest that now is the time to sit in the local meetings of council, RDCK and boards of education. Attend any candidate forums, read about their platforms and ask questions.

It might be confusing at first like the first time looking at a topographic map with various contour lines, but with time, navigation gets easier.

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Local government has to work together for their constituents who pay their remuneration with their taxes. And every fall they go to the 2014 Union of BC Municipalities conference (UBCM), currently being held this week in Whistler, where they have an opportunity to meet with provincial politicians.

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Who’s in the driver’s seat is important.

As a voter you can also help hold them accountable and reward your representative(s) with praise when it is due. They are there to represent you but it’s up to you to voice your priories to them.

October 10 is the deadline to submit nominations. However, several candidates have already announced their intentions to run and there have been a few articles already giving voters a chance to get acquainted with the newly nominated.

The last West Kootenay voter turn out is a sad reflection of people taking the democratic right to vote for granted. Whether it’s eligible voters laden with apathy or folks simply don’t like their choices, I’m not sure. But if you’re 18 years or older, have lived in Nelson or another community for 30 days and have been a resident of BC for six months, you can vote unless you have been found guilty of an elec-

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Whether you’re running for office or voting, here are some statistics that I think demonstrate the importance of getting engaged in the elections now, so you know the candidates you will have to choose from.

In the 2011 local municipal elections in Nelson, 33.3 per cent of voters cast a ballot. Compare that to Greenwood which saw 69.8 per cent turn out; that election was won by a mere four votes, which supports the adage every vote counts.

On the regional front all areas in the RDCK combined had a 21 per cent turn out. The Village of Salmo had no election as all officials kept their seats by acclimation.

From what I gather, there could be some changes to that local government this fall, or not. It’s up to you, the voter. For more, visit the City of Nelson’s web page at elections.nelson.ca.

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HUGS: To the teenage boys at the skateboard park.

The example you set for the younger boys was so nice. Not hearing the F-word was so nice. Keep up great example.

SLUGS: To those who complain about their neighbors participating in Trash 2 Treasure. If its orderly and in their yard. Keep your snobbery to yourself. Not everyone wants to see the landfills stuffed with usable items.

Some of us have children we want to pass on a usable planet too.

HUGS: Heartfelt hugs to all the wonderful people who work in healthcare. Your caring and extra dedication are healing bodies and souls!

HUGS: To the crew that has been rebuilding the sidewalk in the Latimer Street area. You went out of your way to accommodate our needs and it was very appreciated. You were so helpful and friendly throughout.

SLUGS: To the young woman who beat me in a race to the gas pumps on Sunday. You called me a “bearded lady” and body checked me aside. I sincerely hope you learn to love and respect yourself and your body, as it is, by the time you reach menopause and grow your own beard.

HUGS: To all the older women who thank me for having the courage to show my woman-beard. May we all celebrate our unique beauty.

SLUGS: To the older man who played golf at an area golf course on Sunday. How dare you yell the dirtiest foul language to the men who were in front of you because they were too slow. Just ask to pass them.

You called yourself “a professional”. It was just a fun day of golf for all volunteers and professional men and women. You shouldn’t be allowed to play golf again.

HUGS: To the person that returned my husband’s wallet in Beasley. A big thank you.

SLUGS: To the irresponsible dog owners who allow their dogs to sit outside and bark at all hours. What was once a quiet neighbourhood now sounds like the pound. Have some respect for those around you.

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October 12 to18 is Homelessness Action Week

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VILLAGE OF SALMO NOTICE OF NOMINATION Salmo Village Office, 423 Davies Ave., Salmo, B.C. 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, 1 pm to 4:30 pm Mon. - Fri. Telephone: (250) 357-9433 Public notice is hereby given to the electors of the Village of Salmo that nominations for the office of one Mayor, four Councillors and one School Trustee for the Village of Salmo are available at the Salmo Village Office.

Candidates must be nominated in writing by five electors of the Village of Salmo in accordance with section 72 of the Local Government Act. Nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer or designate between the hours of 9 a.m. on Tuesday, 30th September 2014 during regular office hours of the Village of Salmo and 4 p.m. on Friday, 10th October 2014. Nominations close promptly at 4 p.m. Friday, 10 October 2014. Interested persons may contact the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at (250) 3579433 for additional information regarding requirements and procedures for making a nomination.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE: A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: ! age 18 or older on voting day; and ! a Canadian citizen; and ! a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and ! not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

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The Nelson Committee on Homelessness (NCOH) plans to raise the issue of seniors-at-risk in Nelson and area as the theme for this year’s Homelessness Action Week (HAW).

“There are over 2,200 people over 60 years of age in Nelson, and some of them are struggling to try and maintain their health and their housing in isolation,” said Joan Reichardt, chair of the Nelson and Area Seniors Coordinating Society.

“Some aren’t doing so well and find themselves at risk of losing their housing. Others who have faced particular difficulties with limited income or physical or mental health problems can find themselves homeless.”

NCOH appointed Reichardt, a long-time activist for home care and seniors supports as the 2014 honourary chair of Homelessness Action Week, which will take place October 12 to 18 in Nelson.

The organization is planning a week of activities to inform the public of housing and homelessness challenges in the community, particularly around seniors-at-risk, as well as what community service and housing providers are doing to address the situation and what are promising solutions that could be looked at as a community.

They will be providing more information on their planned activities next week.

The Nelson Committee on Homelessness has been active since 2001 addressing poverty and homelessness issues in Nelson.

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Joan Reichardt, chair of the Nelson and Area Seniors Coordinating Society, said there are “over 2,200 people over 60 years of age in Nelson, and some of them are struggling to try and maintain their health and their housing.” ments and community stakeholders to encourage collaboration, new initiatives, research, information sharing and knowledge building, and community partnerships among all stakeholders in finding solutions for homeless and at-risk people.

Participants include such organizations as Nelson CARES, Nelson Community Services Society, Kootenay Kids, Career Development Services, The Salvation Army, Our Daily Bread, ANKORS, Canadian Mental Health Association, Nelson Women’s Centre, and others.

‘Traveling in strict incognito’ Continued from Page 5 consisted of multiple small log huts with the inescapable shop and a steam saw we saw all workers united at the landing pier as it just was pay day for which our steamer brought the money.”

Ferdinand complained that loading wood into the ship’s boiler “seemed to go on forever.” Logs were stacked at the forest’s edge, and the ship landed in the mud nearby so the crew could retrieve them.

A dense fog that morning prevented a clear view of the river and it started to rain that afternoon, turning so bitterly cold that Ferdinand had to huddle in the salon with the “spitting sons of the wilderness.”

Fortunately for him, an Ameri-

can woman “who was by the way very pretty had sufficient mercy with us and permitted us to smoke for which we were greatly thankful.”

Did his fellow passengers realize who Ferdinand was? Possibly not, as his head chamberlain, Count Wumbrand, wrote in a telegram that they were “Traveling in strict incognito.”

We know one other person on that voyage was mining man W.A. Jowett, as the Nelson Miner reported he went down river with the “Crown prince of Austria.”

The newspaper also related something that supposedly occurred on board the ship at lunchtime: Ferdinand’s entourage was standing behind their chairs, waiting for him to seat himself, when the steward, surprised at their

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modesty, exclaimed “Sit down! Sit down! Anywhere you like.”

It’s unclear where the steamer tied up for the night, but it crossed the international boundary at about 10 a.m. the next day and a few minutes later landed at the Northport wharf, where Ferdinand’s party was whisked to a special train bound for Spokane.

According to the Spokane Daily Chronicle, “It took nearly half an hour to crowd the load of trunks, satchels and bundles into the baggage car.”

Ferdinand continued on his way, gazing through the window at the trees and villages along the way, and chatting with his companions, blissfully unaware his name would become inextricably linked with one of the worst conflicts of the 20th century.

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BC’s 100 best buildings The Kootenay Lake Village glass house near Procter is second in its category in the Architecture Foundation of BC’s 100 Best Buildings contest, but far from the lead.

As of Thursday morning, the frontrunner in the interior category was Mission Hill winery with 816 votes (28 per cent). The glass house had 208 votes (seven per cent).

The glass house began life as a pre-fab greenhouse, but is now used as a gathering place for residents. It includes a pop-up kitchen, bar, living room-style seating, rugs and plants.

Among other Kootenay/ Boundary buildings vying for the title and their vote counts to date: • Revelstoke courthouse, 110 • St. Saviour’s Anglican Cathedral, Nelson, 94 • Greenwood city hall, 78 • Rossland courthouse, 72 • Old Fruitvale schoolhouse, 67 • Fernie courthouse, 62 • Rossland Miners Union Hall, 48 • Langham Cultural Centre, Kaslo, 31 • Fernie city hall, 25 • Old Scandinavian church, Nelson, 23

There’s a new Doctor in town, but he’s no stranger to the Kootenays.

Dr. Dale Dergousoff has set up his new practice, taking over Dr. R.P. Daniels Optometrist.

While Dr. Dergousoff may be new to the Nelson office, there will still be plenty of familiar faces as most of the the wonderful staff, including Dr. Daniels, will be staying on.

Dr. Dergousoff has already built up an impressive resume. Born in Grand Forks, the local man eventually went to Simon Fraser University to study.

He later moved to New Zealand where he played professional basketball. While there, he met the love of his life and eventually married her. Dale and his wife Tracy have three children and two grandchildren.

Earning his Optometric Doctorate from Pacific University in Oregon, Dale moved to New Hampshire in 1998 to start his career in Optometry. He then moved to Nelson in 2001 where he practiced with Dr. Eric Beaucham. In 2003 he moved to Prince George.

Kootenay Lake Village glass house near Procter is second in its category.

• Nelson Chrysler, 17 • Gerick Cycle & Sports, Trail, 17 • Gerick Cycle & Ski, Nelson, 10 A total of 2,934 votes have been cast in the category.

Voting closes Sunday at 4 p.m., after which the top 25 buildings in each region will be submitted to a judging panel, who will choose the top three from each region (there are only 35 total in the interior category). The winning buildings will receive award plaques.

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for each of four regions — Vancouver Mainland/South Coast, BC Interior, Islands, and Northern BC. Nominees could be of any age, purpose, or material.

The architecture foundation says the contest’s purpose is to “recognize the impact and influence that buildings have had over the past 100 years.”

To vote, go to architecturefoundationbc.ca/best-buildingsentries-for-voting.

He has a practice in Prince George where he has practiced for the past 11 years and has owned it for the last eight years. While in Prince George, he also became the assistant coach for the Northern Timberwolves, the men’s basketball at UNBC. He has also been a board member of the College of Optometrist BC for the past nine years and the College Chair for the last four years.

Despite his success, the draw to Nelson remained strong.

Both his parents and his brother live in the community and Dale decided it was time to return to his family.

Dr. Dergousoff is looking forward to providing high quality eye care to the community. He understands the importance of compassion, good communication, and education to his patients. His mission is to provide an excellent eye exam, ensuring the health of his patient’s eyes and tailoring to their visual needs in order to improve their quality of life.

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Community Events The Starry Night Astronomy Program invites you to view the wonders of the night sky through two astronomy telescopes, weather permitting, at Taghum Hall this Friday, September 26. For more information, call Wayne at 354-1586.

Dance the tango to rock and roll with the Mental Health Band (Rob Moore on guitar) at the Slocan Hall on Friday nights September 26, and October 3 at 8 p.m., $5 and on Sundays jam sessions 2 to 6 p.m. Camping at the Springer Creek RV Park and Campground.

With harvest season here again, it is time to get ready for the seventh annual Fall Fair on Saturday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cottonwood Community Market at Cottonwood Falls Park in Nelson. Contests for best locally grown fruits and vegetables, home preserves, home baked pies and more.

Live music by Morien Jones and Brian Rosen.

Nelson Legion’s Jam Session returns September 27. Come join the fun at 6 p.m.

Members and guest welcome (membership available to the public). Info: 250-352-6464 or 250-352-7727.

Top of the Lake Community Shoreline Clean-Up on September 28. Take action against shoreline garbage the north end of Kootenay Lake. Meet at the Argenta boat launch at 10 a.m. Bring your boots and work gloves. There will be a barbecue and refreshments on the beach to fuel the volunteers. Join Friends of the Lardeau River, the Kootenay Conservation Program and Friends of Kootenay Lake. Contact 250-777-2955.

Free screening of the movie Breastmilk on October 1, at 12 p.m. in the multipurpose room of the Nelson Health Unit (2nd Floor, 333 Victoria Street). A light lunch provided.

The 90-minute film explores breastfeeding in relation to current female roles, expectations and ideals. This film takes a broad view on some of the real-life predicaments that may make it difficult to achieve both personal and societal goals with regards to breastfeeding.

On October 1, the Argenta post office will celebrate 100 years of postal service with the unveiling of three commemorative stamps at 2 p.m. Envelopes stamped with the new images will be available. Info: argentapo100@ gmail.com.

Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus 50th Birthday Barbecue. Join the college on October 8 at the Silver King Campus (2001 Silver King Road, Nelson) 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. as they mark five decades of quality trades training, career programs and community education. All alumni, former staff and community supporters are invited with current students, faculty and staff.

Lunch, cake and refreshments will be served.

Weekly meetings Nelson Trail Runners: drop-in trail runs, Sundays at 7:30 a.m., and weekdays at 6:30 a.m. Meet at Mountain Station rail trail parking lot. Check them out on Facebook at Nelson Trailrunners or email nelsontrailrunnerz@gmail.com to confirm times. It’s an open, non-competitive, all abilities trail running group with over 100 members.

Free flow Djembe drum circle every Monday night at The Old Church, 602 Kootenay at Victoria from 7 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their own drums and other instruments to complement the rhythm. Small fee to cover hall rental will be collected.

Scottish Country Dancing every Monday, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the D.E.S.K. School Gym, 811 Stanley St., Nelson. Come have fun and learn to Scottish country dance. No experience or partner required. For more info call June 250-352-1836 or Kathy 250-359-7545.

The Nelson Choral Society practices every Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bethel Christian Centre, 623 Gordon Road. All are welcome, no audition required. For further information, see nelsonchoralsociety.org.

Preschool Storytime at Nelson Public Library for two to three year olds every Wednesday until October 29. Family Storytime Saturdays, until November 1. Both programs begin at 10:15 a.m. Register online at nelsonlibrary. ca or call 250-352-6333.

Wild and Wacky Wednesdays are back starting October 1. Friends, food and fun at the Nelson Public Library. For youth ages 12 and up. From 3:30 to 5 p.m. For more info. jharris@nelson.ca.

Community yoga at the Youth Centre every Wednesday. Afternoon practice for girls and women at 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. All levels welcome. Yoga’s about touching your heart, not your toes. A fun evening practice at 6 to 7:15 p.m. for anyone to open up and stretch. For all ages: teens and 19+. Expect an upbeat practice complete with deep relaxation, all accompanied by awesome tunes. Expect to leave feeling awesome and a lightness of heart. Pay what you can. Contact Ursula at ursulatwiss@gmail.com.

The Nelson Knitting Co-op have an ongoing knitting group every week on Thursdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson and District Community Centre general purpose room($2 drop-in). The October 2 meeting is an open house to show people what they are up to and who they are.

Community Threads every Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Women’s Centre, 420 Mill Street. A fibre craft themed project hosted

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Knit a sock, crochet a cap, sew a hem, spin some yarn, knit a scarf, hook a rug, and make a friend. For more information call Tira at 250 505-0698 or email tirab@uniserve.com.

Join the Ymir Hotel’s country and bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get started around 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9 p.m.

Nelson Chess Club Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson Seniors Association (next to the Civic Centre), 717 Vernon Street. All ages and levels welcome and it’s free.

Alcoholics Anonymous holds 14 onehour meetings weekly in Nelson, at 717A Vernon Street (in the Cellar downstairs), including early morning, noon hour, and evening meetings on specific days. For a schedule please call 250-352-3391 or pick up a complete meeting list at the Cellar.

MONTHLY MEETINGS All seniors welcome to the monthly meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, at 717 Vernon Street. Meeting commences at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 1. Activities enjoyed at the centre include bridge, crib, dominos, chess, euchre and snooker. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons.

The Alzheimer Society Caregiver Support Group meets the second Wednesday of the month, October 8, at 7 p.m. Families and individuals can meet with a support and education coordinator in person, by phone and email, to offer support and information for every stage of dementia.

Printed information, a strong website and newsletters are available and services are free. Contact Gail Russell at 250-352-7444, gailandnelson@gmail.com.

On Saturday, October 11 at 10 a.m. at 101 Baker Street (downstairs) the Council of Canadians will have their regular monthly meeting. All welcome. Info: 250-352-9871.

La Leche League Nelson provides breastfeeding information and support to moms and soon-to-be-moms. The next meeting is on October 20. Meet at 1 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at The Family Place, 312 Silica Street. More information: 250-352-3583.

Workshops Kids learn to draw anime/manga workshop on Sunday, September 28, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Slocan Park Hall for ages 10 and up. Taught

by Freya Emery. $10 per person.

Nelson Hospice Society Grief Support series starts Thursday, October 2, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalein Hospice Centre. This four-week series is open to anyone who is experiencing

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The Nelson and District Women’s Centre is offering Rooted in Community, a volunteer skills training program. Participants learn how to be effective volunteers while learning about community resources and building active listening and peer counselling skills.

This session will be running from October 14-November 6, Tuesday and Thursday from 9-11:30 a.m. Application deadline is October 9. Apply soon. Limited spaces available. Call Leah at 250-352-9916 or leah@nelsonwomenscentre.com for more information. Application forms are also available at www.nelsonwomenscentre.com.

Announcements Is your child between four and six years old or starting Kindergarten? Book an appointment for immunizations at the Nelson Health Unit (250) 505-7200.

Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society is a seniors one-stop for information and referrals on community resources and services. Open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call 250-352-6008 for information regarding the home help program, volunteer income tax service, and low income dental program, or for help with pension and subsidy forms.

Friends of the Library need your book donations now for the October 24 and 25 book sale. Bring your kindly used books to the Nelson Library Please leave donations with library staff. For information NelsonLibraryFriends@gmail.com or Catherine at 250-352-5975.

The Royal Canadian Legion (Nelson Branch #51) is a non-profit organization aiding veterans and providing charitable funding to local non-profit groups and high schools. Membership is available to the public.

Members and their guests enjoy billiards, snooker, shuffleboard, big-screen television for sports, barbecues, monthly celebrations beverage room, darts (Wednesdays 7:30 p.m.), euchre (Thursdays 7 p.m.), meat draws and karaoke (Saturdays, 3:30 p.m.) and cribbage (Sundays 1 p.m.). Call for upcoming jam sessions. Hall rentals available. Info: rclbr51@ telus.net or 250-352-7727 or 250-352-6464.

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The Imaginarium exhibit, which features work by six emerging Kootenay visual artists, is a multi-media mural exhibition that opens tonight at Oxygen Art Centre. The exhibition opens from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, September 26. The artists will give a talk on Saturday, September 27 at 4 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For more information visit oxygenartcentre.org.

Dolphin Tale 2 starts on September 26 at the Civic Theatre, and then plays until September 28. Showing are at 7 p.m. daily and 2 p.m. on Sunday. The film follows young Sawyer Nelson and his dedicated team. With the help of Dr. Cameron McCarthy, who developed a unique prosthetic tail for the injured dolphin Winter, they were able to save her life.

Yet their fight is not over. For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

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Pilotcopilot Theatre presents the 10th anniversary performance of Dress, a multimedia one-man show written and performed by Lucas Myers. The show starts at the Capitol Theatre at 8 p.m. on October 3 and 4. Tickets are $20 for adult, $15 for students.

For more information visit capitoltheatre.ca.

Raven Meets the Monkey King will play as part of the Capitol Theatre Kids series on Sunday, October 5 at 2 p.m. J, an inquisitive 11-year-old, dreams of becoming a rich and famous treasure hunter and hits the jackpot when she buys a mysterious box from a garage sale. Once she gets home the box magically opens. For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca or call 250-352-6363.

The Capitol Theatre presents Georges Bizet’s Carmen, performed at the Royal Opera House, as part of the Civic Theatre Live Performance on Screen on Wednesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. Spanish heat and gypsy passion

are brought to the stage in Francesca Zambello’s vivid production of Bizet’s opera. Don José is a young soldier in the army in Seville.

He intends to marry Micaëla, a girl from his home village, but when he meets the sensual and high-spirited Carmen, his head is soon turned. For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca or call 250-352-6363.

Jeff and Lisel Forst star in Cop Shop / Grow Op, an encore performance of the award-winning play on October 25 at 8 p.m. The comedy follows a pot grower who falls in love with policeman who lives next door. Based on a true story. Tickets are $15. For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca or call 250-352-6363.

MUSIC On Friday, September 26, the After Work Dance Party with Clinton Swanson and friends at Finley’s Irish Bar & Grill will start up again.

The night features Kelly Fawcett on vocals and guitar, Hawaiian musician Milly Mendoza on bass and Marvin Walker on drums, while Swanson plays saxophone. Showtime is 7 to 10 p.m. Suggested donation at the door is $10.

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On Friday, September 26, art exhibit Let Them Run will open at the Kootenay Gallery of Art in Castlegar. The work is by 21 Columbia Basin residents who were invited to take part in a weekend of learning in beautiful Hidden Creek in the Salmo River Watershed.

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On October 7, wildlife photographer Jim Lawrence’s work will be celebrated with a screening of Eyes in the Forest, a short film about his work by Miriam Needoba. At 7 p.m. Lawrence and Neeboda will be there to discuss the making of the film. Lawrence’s photographs will be on display at the Nelson Library through until the end of October.

The third annual Deconstructing Dinner Film Festival returns to Nelson with 11 food documentary films at three venues over the course of four days, October 1 to 4. The festival will feature an opening night oyster bar and closing night local chocolate maker showcase.

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Judith Plant, the co-founder and publisher of New Society Publishers will share her story at the Civic Theatre on October 8 at 7 p.m.

New Society Publishers is a BC small business success story that publishes books on community building, environment, natural building and more. Otter Books will manage an NSP book sale. Tickets are $10 and can be found at deconstructingdinner.com

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Who would be audacious (or foolish) enough to start a marijuana grow op next door to a police station?

That was the question driving Jeff Forst when he originally wrote Cop Shop / Grow Op, an award-winning monologue that has evolved into a full-length, four-character stoner comedy. This year Forst is bringing it to the Capitol Theatre with his wife Lisel for a one-night performance on Saturday, October 25.

And though audiences can expect Cheech and Chong-inspired bong comedy, no shortage of fake onstage weed-smoking and flamboyant performances from Jeff and Lisel, who play two roles each, there’s also a serious element to their production.

“It’s asking big questions. It’s not just being a comedy. It’s asking what is the legality

here? How do we feel about this? We’re all just people. It’s just a plant. Love is love.

It asks big questions of the audience that way,” said Lisel.

Jeff was originally inspired to write the play after reading a headline about a bust next door to an RCMP station in Prince George. It jumped out to him right away as a thrilling premise for a romantic comedy. He eventually invented Hannah, a frustrated artist who is forced to grow marijuana to get by.

“Hannah is not your classic stoner. She’s doing it for ulterior motives. The harsh reality is she has to make money and that’s more like the typical grower situation in this community. Most people do it out of necessity. In a fairly serious way, marijuana is a big deal here.”

Jeff said it’s been fascinating to watch perceptions of marijuana change since he

originally wrote the play.

He said the legalized industries being established in Washington and Colorado are both exciting for, and threatening to, the local marijuana industry, and he hopes his play will encourage continued dialogue around the controversial subject.

“An old way of life may disappear with the supposed progressive changes,” he said.

Lisel echoed the sentiment, adding that legalization isn’t necessarily the answer for people like Hannah.

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Jeff and Lisel Forst each play two characters in Cop Shop / Grow Op, a comedy about a marijuana grow op located next to a police station, and the love that blossoms between two characters on either side of the law.

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Play is neither pro nor anti-legalization

busted. You’re not going to give me a job or help me supplement my art. I don’t get to be artist.’ It doesn’t work for her.”

Jeff said people in the Kootenays will have no trouble empathizing with Hannah’s predicament. In the play she meets a police officer named Dante, played by Jeff, who bumbles into her life and then has to decide whether or not to bust her.

They’re joined on stage by Dante’s superior, Sarge Sue, and a drug dealer character Cola. At times all four characters are technically on stage at once, which has necessitated some hurried and innovative costume changes.

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start on the rehearsal process.

“We get to bypass so much nerves. Normally its like ‘nice to meet you, we’ll have to kiss later’.

We can just go, we’re past all that.

We can work deeply and bring our performance to a good, fast-paced, high level.”

The play isn’t overtly pro or anti-legalization, and whenever possible eschews politics. But Lisel said the subject matter is hugely relevant to this community.

“The slash in the title is meant to represent the fence between the cop shop and the grow op. And those two perspectives are very balanced. You can’t go one way entirely and reflect Nelson.”

Jeff said he wanted to capture

the moral struggle on either side of the law.

“Anybody who comes here is like ‘oh, can I take photos of the hippies? Or the head shops?

Where’s all the weed?’ But the longer you stay here you realize the silent majority is quite conservative and way more shares the philosophy of the cops and Stephen Harper.”

Lisel agreed.

“We’re representing both sides.

We’re not trying to push an agenda. We’re trying to get both sides into the theatre to talk about this through comedy and love and see what we can strike up,” she said.

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What would it look like if you took six emerging Kootenay visual artists and let them run wild in an open studio?

Imagine you didn’t give them any instructions or any clear theme, and you let their compositions bleed on to the roof, the floor, and even out into the streets. Now what if, after all of that work, they decided to paint over their creation with a thick layer of white paint?

If you’re curious about the answer to any of these questions, all you have to do is stroll into Oxygen Art Centre today, where a collaborative, multigenre artistic showcase called Imaginarium will open as part of BC Culture Days.

“When artists open their process up to collaboration, infinite possibilities arise,” said Amber Santos, who worked alongside her husband Sergio, Chelsey Freyta, Coleman Webb, Bryn Stevenson and Tanya Pixie Johnson.

“This is a place devoted to the imagination. It’s an opportunity to be free, to speak through painting, to let stuff from your subconscious come out,” said Amber.

Amber and Sergio, who initiated the Imaginarium project, both have experience creating street art in Canada and in Brazil, where Sergio successfully worked with local government to get street art recognized as a legitimate art form. Sergio said he was inspired by the drab colour palette of most cities.

“Between you and me, grey, it’s depressing. I don’t want people to see grey walls. I want them to see colour. We paint on the wall because that thing represents something to us. It doesn’t matter what kind of picture, I just don’t like grey. It’s ridiculous,” he said.

The artists all asserted that they’re hoping to blur the line between street and gallery art, and attempting to start a dialogue about what belongs in a

The Imaginarium exhibit, which opens on Friday at Oxygen Art Centre, is a mishmash of styles and images that creeps up on to the walls, sometimes gets painted over, and continues to evolve. The six emerging Kootenay artists involved are hoping to blur the distinction between street and gallery art, and will ultimately destroy their creation by painting over it with a layer of white paint.

Will Johnson photo gallery, the temporary nature of art and the imagination itself.

To that end, they have been painting on 4x4 pieces of plywood that will be installed along Baker Street, which will be considered part of the in-house showcase at Oxygen.

“A lot of people don’t consider street art real art and they don’t think it should be hanging in a gallery,” said Freyta. “For me it’s about the conversation.

It’s about finding a marriage between the two.”

The collaborative process the sextet came up with was relatively loose, and each artist brought their own unique perspective.

“Was there a process? I showed up one day and they were like ‘hey, Coleman, you wanna do this crazy idea?’ Of course I said yes,” said Webb.

He originally had a firm concept in his head of what he hoped to accomplish, but eventually his goals started to evolve as he let himself be influenced

by those around him.

“It became a dialogue where I could be inspired by a stroke that Sergio had done, or even the smallest thing, and I would build off it and work across the room,” he said.

“The main thing about this that I’ve found so liberating is the process. You don’t have to worry about making something somebody else wants or likes, the way they want it. It allows you to just enjoy yourself. For me, that’s crucial.”

Stepping into the space, it’s clear that there was no plan for the chaotic mural that covers all four walls, as well as parts of the roof and floor. To your left a grotesque-looking pig is caught in the net, while elsewhere golden cat prints work their way up the wall not far from an ominous-looking pyramid.

When the Star visited, Sergio was on the top of a ladder drawing a pink man on the roof with a marker while his fellow artists roamed across the space, adding

a touch here or a flourish there.

The work is chaotic, alive and vibrant. And in a sense, it will never really be finished. When people arrive at the studio on Friday, there’s no guarantee the artists won’t be continuing to tweak details, cover up parts they don’t like or adding elements wherever they feel like it.

And they’re going to keep doing that until the moment they paint over it.

“We know we can’t keep it.

The photographs and the documentation of the space, that will become the art,” said Amber.

The exhibition opens from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, September 26. The artists will give a talk on Saturday, September 27 at 4 p.m.

Gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For more information visit oxygenartcentre.org.

For more on BC Culture Days (September 26-28) visit bc.culturedays.ca

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More than a foodie festival Will Johnson Nelson Star

Jon Steinman believes there’s no better place than Nelson to host the third annual Deconstructing Dinner Film Festival. Now in its third year, it runs from October 1-4 and features 11 food documentary screenings.

“For a small community, Nelson has such a unique blend of good food and the arts.

Throw in a one-of-a-kind non-profit movie theatre, and I think the perfect recipe is right here in Nelson for a world-class film festival which we can call our own,” said Steinman, who founded the event.

He said the event is less interested in the culinary side of food.

“The origins of food touches us all. These films are all about where are foods are coming from, and that’s appropriate for every single person in the community. The festival tries to blend food appreciation and food awareness.”

Steinman curated the films this year, and said he was aiming for a balance of thoughtprovoking works and “touch the heart” films.

The festival opens on Wednesday, October 1 with a 6:30 p.m. screening of Vanishing Pearls at Spiritbar.

The film shares the untold and personal stories of those affected by the devastation wrought by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2012.

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The shows begin on October 24 with Sergei and Nikolai Saratovsky in a program of music for piano four hands – that’s two people at one piano – a rare treat.

Friday, November 21 welcomes back Duo Diorama – the piano/violin team of Winston Choi and MngHuan Xu who charmed local crowds with their music in 2009.

In February the society welcomes guitarist Rita Deane and soprano Noemi Kiss – two Kootenay-based performers for the Jack G. McDowall Memorial Concert.

In March, Quintessence – a vocal quartet specializing in a wide range of music from opera to Gershwin and Kurt Weill will perform.

Finally, in May, the piano/cello duo of Paul Marleyn and Mauro Bertoli will perform a program that they call Slavic Landscapes.

The society encourages patrons to take

“Guitarist Rita Deane and soprano Noemi Kiss will perform in February as part of the Kaslo Concert Society’s classical concerts series.” advantage of the season subscription of $80 for all five concerts. These tickets are available at Figments in Kaslo and will also be available at the first concert on October 24.

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once vibrant waters of the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, a generations-old group of African-American fisherman pledge to fight for their way of life.

During the event there will be an oyster bar, drinks provided locally

by Nelson Brewing, and a number of other opportunities for community members to come together and talk about the implications of the food we consume.

“The idea is not to just stop at showing films. It’s to incorporate the actual showing of food and showcasing of people in the community who are actually doing something different,” he said.

On Thursday, the Civic Theatre will screen Just Eat It at 7 p.m. and The Last Shepherd at 9 p.m.

The first film follows Vancouver filmmakers Jen Rustemeyer and Grant Baldwin as they tackle the issue of waste from farming, retail and even our own fridges.

They focus on the billions of dollars of good food that is discarded every year in North America.

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The first show follows world-renowned American tea importer David Lee Hoffman to some of the most remote regions of China.

It will be followed up by an expose on what filmmker’s call the government’s coverup of what exactly is killing BC’s wild salmon.

On Saturday there will be five films playing: The Last Ocean, No Land No Food No

Life, Sugar Shack, The Sower and Bean to Bar. All of them are playing at the Civic Theatre.

The Last Ocean is about the Ross sea in Antarctica, one of the most pristine stretches of ocean on earth. It plays at 2 p.m.

No Land No Food No Life is that latest from activist filmmaker Amy Miller, who is now taking on the excesses of global agribusiness. It shows at 4 p.m.

At 7 p.m. there will be two films screened, Sugar Shack and The Sower (Le Semeur).

“Both of those films are about or from Quebec,” said Steinman, noting that he was trying to broaden the horizon of the topics covered and audiences reached by the festival.

He said one of his favourite films is The Sower.

“I was touched by how this individual who is featured in the film has been able to blend art and gardening in such a wellwoven ways. He’s combined the two, and he’s preserving heritage seeds, which I consider extremely important,” he said.

The final film of the festival is Bean to Bar, which plays at 9 p.m. on Saturday.

The film focuses on the artisan chocolatemakers renaissance in the United States.

There will be a live chocolate making showcase on Saturday, as well as a poutine bar. Last year tickets sold out, so get them early.

Tickets are $10 per show. For more information, or to buy tickets and view trailers, visit deconstructingdinner.com

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After building up a 3-0 first period lead, Nelson finally edges Grand Forks 3-2

Leafs hang on to beat Border Bruins

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It looked like it was going to be an easy win for the Nelson Leafs as they battled the Grand Forks Border Bruins on Tuesday night.

The local squad scored three times in the first eight minutes of the first period to give them a comfortable 3-0 lead. But the Border Bruins were not ready to lie down.

The visitors battled back and pressed the Leafs for the rest of the game.

In the end, Nelson hung on to win the game 3-2 and take over first place in the Neil Murdoch Division of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.

Patrick Croome opened the scoring for Nelson two minutes into the game. Three minutes later, Jay Sidhu popped the puck into the net to increase the lead to two.

At the eight minute mark, Rayce Miller scored again and it looked like a blowout in the making.

But before the period ended, Grand Forks Mitchell Pearson narrowed the lead to 3-1.

In the second period, the Bruins Graham Watkins scored to make it a one goal game.

Leafs goaltender Brett Soles shut the door the rest of the way to give Nelson the win.

The netminder said the early going was challenging.

“It was tough, the first eight min-

Lukas Peters of the Grand Forks Border Bruins trips up Nelson Leafs forward Austin Lindsay during Nelson’s 3-2 victory on Tuesday night.

Kevin Mills photo utes. I don’t think I had a shot,” said Soles.

“You just have to keep your mind in it because later on in the period they got a couple of good chances.”

Soles said it was great to jump out to a 3-0 lead, but then things changed on the ice.

“We kind of fell away from our game plan a little bit. We got some

powerplays and we weren’t working our system. We were trying to be too fancy and that kind of stopped our momentum.”

In the third, both squads played solid defence as the Leafs continued to cling to the one goal lead. Then, with three minutes to play, Grand Forks went on the powerplay.

“I just knew this was it. All game

they were not taking a lot of shots.

I knew I had to stand on my head here and I knew that boys would help me out too,” said Soles.

The goaltender and the defence came through and killed the penalty, but the game wasn’t over yet.

With 13 seconds left and the goaltender pulled, the puck ended up in front of the Leafs net to a wide

open Bruins player.

“They passed that one in front and nobody picked him up, I didn’t even pick him up. He fanned on that one which was nice and we got the win.”

Leafs head coach David McLellan said his squad lost focus after the first three goals.

“Typical of a junior hockey team, they got ahead of themselves. Probably thinking it was point night and they were going to rout a team and we made mistakes,” said McLellan.

In the third. Nelson had plenty of chances to increase their lead, but the goal scoring had dried up.

“Certainly we are struggling to score offensively. We had some great opportunities and couldn’t put the puck in the net,” he said.

McLellan said, after five regular season games, they are still looking for a few more pieces.

“We certainly would love to add a natural goal scorer. We sense that if that could come our way it would really help us to get a little more offensive punch. We tend to play a pretty solid defensive game overall.

That part I’m pretty happy with. I think we need to find a way to create more offence at critical times. We just lack a bit of finesse.

Nelson’s next home game takes place Friday, September 26 at 7 p.m.

When the Kimberley Dynamiters come to the NDCC. Puck drops at 7 p.m.

Indoor soccer starts soon

Nelson Youth Soccer is taking online registrations for the new indoor soccer season.

Registrations were available online at nys.ca last Monday and they are already rolling in for the 2014/15 fall and winter sessions.

Registration will be open until October 8 with early bird pricing available until October 3. Youth and adult programs will be running at the indoor soccer facility, 308 Cedar Street in Nelson, starting October 14.

“There are no major changes

from last year’s format,” said Chuck Bennett, Nelson Youth Soccer chair.

Mini leagues will be held on the weekends for players aged four to seven years old. The youth leagues, ages eight to 14-plus years old will run weekdays. There will also be a rep development program similar to previous years as well as the usual variety of adult leagues.

Bennett noted that space is limited so he advises players and parents to register early.

Nelson Youth Soccer recently

purchased the indoor facility and have been somewhat under the gun to get the programming and registration up and running.

“It hasn’t been without its challenges, and I am sure there will still be a few more glitches as we learn how to offer indoor programming,” said Bennett For more information contact Nelson Youth Soccer at its new indoor phone number and email address, which is indoorsoccer@nys. ca and 250-551-6974. For more visit nys.ca.

Nelson’s indoor soccer season is fast approaching. Players can register online by visiting nys.ca.

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Nelson’s own Chris Desjardins won all three gold medals in cycling in the 60-64 age group at the 2014 BC Senior’s Games in Langley.

Desjardins, 61, came in first in the 18 kilometre time trial, 60 km road race and the hill climb.

This is Desjardins fourth time participating in the games where he won a silver and gold last year.

Desjardins said although the hill climb was the shortest event with an average eight minute hill climb, it was probably the most difficult for him.

He rode the three events over three days and went with a friend from Castlegar.

“The hill climb was the shortest and hurt the most,” he said. “The time trial is usually my weakest event. When I won, I realized there was a good chance that I could win the others.”

His strategy was to stay out of any crashes and be out front.

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Power by You’s Adult Strength and Conditioning is our alternative strength based program to CrossFit. You choose your program (“Get Jacked”, Power Lifting, Olympic Lifting) which includes both nutrition and mobility. You choose your time slot: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 7:00AM Tuesday/Thursday 4:30PM Tuesday/Thursday 5:30PM Power by You also offers many options for BEGINNERS: Our Metabolic Conditioning Classes for weight loss are offered on: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30AM & 6:30PM Mobility, core & MORE is on Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00AM We also take pride in our 8 session personal training “On Ramp” to enter our all levels CrossFit classes. You choose the days and times for your 8 sessions with one of our Certified Coaches. During these sessions you become comfortable with the space, learn the basic movements of CrossFit and bring your conditioning up slowly.

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Chris Desjardins (centre) receives his gold medal after the road race.

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haustive riding with younger faster guys.

He said he generally does better at longer hills and places well “if I can get a lead and stay away from having a sprint finish at the end.”

As he has done some racing in the Masters’ cycling association, he has gotten to know who the stronger cyclists are.

“It all depends on who shows up,” he said about placing on the podium. “Thanks to attrition, and I’m getting better. It felt good to win like that.”

Surprisingly, Desjardins had hip replacement surgery five years ago but he said cycling has the

least impact on his joints.

He began cycling years ago with a group in Trail but now cycles with a large group that has since formed in Nelson. Desjardins has a fairly dedicated training regime. “[I] take it pretty serious so five days per week, since I’m retired.” Generally the groups’ weekend rides take them out to Salmo, Passcreek or along the North Shore. They’ve also done 220 km loops down into the states.

With a well-earned win, his next big ride will be in the popular Continued on Page 21

Power By You presents:

Adult Strength and Conditioning.

An alternative to CrossFit. Power by You is now offering a range of classes which compliments and differ from the CrossFit workout which have become popular in our area. CrossFit has its foundations in strength movements which, when focused on, will help develop strength, mobility, and agility. The program, known as “adult strength and conditioning” are more adaptable, allowing for individualized programs that will help you achieve your fitness goals in the fun teamwork inspired environment. There will be three different types of programming offered. “Get jacked” is the catchall program that combines strength movements from all the lifting disciplines. The Powerlifting Program focuses on the fundamental movements of the squat, deadlifts, and benchpress. Our Olympic lifting Program incorporates the more dynamic movements found in olympic competition. Members are welcome to choose the program style which appeals most to them to help them achieve their goals. From there, the workouts are adaptable to promote gains in strength and fitness as members see results that will have them coming back for more and more.

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Road to a New Life – 4 of 4 Joseph Russell – YWAM Nelson

Continued from Page 20 wine country of Santa Rosa, California as he rides a Grand Fondo (122 km) on October 4 with friend Jim Sevigny.

Other results: Slocan Valley competitors at the BC Seniors Games in Langley brought home several medals including: Track and field: Joan Deans – gold and a silver Don Currie – 5 gold and 1 silver Jean Nelson – silver and a bronze Sharon Myers – gold in the 5k Linda Martin – bronze in the 10k Cribbage: Marion Williamson and Lydia Kania – gold “Our little valley brought home a lot of medals,” Kania said.

Past Lives, Present Opportunities Eckankar Worship Service

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Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist Children’s Sunday School Sunday Service 10:30 a.m Sun. Oct. 5th St. Francis Service with Pet Blessing 10:30 a.m.

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St. Michael & All Angels Busk Road, Balfour Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.

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Nomination forms available: At the Learning Place, in the Nelson Star, at the Library, in locations around town

OUR MISSION We are committed to living in biblical Covenamt, where we lay down our lives for one another encouraging each person and family practically and spiritually to become all we are called to be as Christ followers.

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Topic: “The Power of One” 717 Vernon St. Sunday at 11 a.m.

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The Salvation Army Nelson Community Church

Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 am Everyone is Welcome Your Pastors:

Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows 250 551 4986

Nominations may be submitted by: email to jexley@cbal.org or dropped of at the Learning Place, Nelson Star or Library

To finish up this article series on the amazing gift that we have been given, I want to expand on how we call upon God and live this gift.

Everyone who calls, “Help, God!” gets help.” (Romans 10:13 Paraphrased) We simply need to acknowledge and believe that we are not capable in ourselves to stand right before God. We need His help, we need His gift. So we call to God for help Nelson Christian Science Society and we accept His A Branch of the Mother Church in Boston MA gift by faith, knowing and believing Sunday Service in Balfour that He has already 9:30 am at the Anglican Church on Busk Rd. made a way for us.

Come Help Change The World

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For more information contact Joan at 250-352-3218 or jexley@cbal.org

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Nelson United Church Sunday Worship Gathering 10:00 am Minister: David Boyd All are Welcome

“Community Working Together” All children welcome for Sunday School and Nursery Room available Corner of Josephine and Silica Streets Ph: 250-352-2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca

A Friendly Bible Centre Church Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am “Renewing Our Passion For The Things Of God” 623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber Refreshments are served after the service (Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

But to all who believe him and accept him, he gives the right to become children of God. ( John 1:12 Paraphrased) When we choose to believe in what Jesus has done, accepting God’s gift, we are made right before him and we are declared free of the guilt and penalty of our wrongdoings.

Our relationship with God is restored and we have the right to become His child.

Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ has done for us. (Romans 5:1 Paraphrased) Not only are we made right before God, we have peace with God. We have confidence that we are accepted regardless of our own efforts.

Whoever believes in Jesus is a new creation. The old way of living has gone. A new way of living has come. (2 Corinthians 5:17 Paraphrased) We have a new life in Jesus; one where we no longer have to strive for acceptance and to be right before God; one where we can confidently come before God in a relationship; a life free from fear and condemnation; a life full of love, peace and joy.

Believe in Him, rely on His good gift, put your faith in Him and allow Him to transform your life into something beautiful.

To find more about what He has done for us, I encourage you to find a bible and read the book of Romans.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clare Palmer on September 19, 2014.

Clare passed peacefully at home with his family by his side. Born Richard Clare Palmer, on October 2, 1941 he was the eldest son of Walter and Naida Palmer. He leaves behind his beloved wife Patti and their four daughters (and families); Kimberly (Ed) Yee of Seattle, Washington and their three children Palmer, Elizabeth (Libby) and Owen; Lori (Russell) Stocks, of Nelson and their two boys Austin and Brady; Diana (Rene) Siguenza of Ottawa and their son Atticus; and Rebecca Friedberg of Philadelphia.

He also leaves behind a stepmother Bea of Nelson, his brother Alan of Blind Bay, and his sister Kathy (Bill) Wolsleger of Spruce Grove, Alberta as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins. He is preceded by his parents, infant twin sisters, niece and sister in-law.

Clare was born and raised in Nelson. He was a prominent business member of the Nelson community as the owner of West Transfer Moving and Storage (affiliated with Allied Van Lines) and Truck Terminus. He devoted much of his time to the Rotary Club of Nelson and proudly played a role in the Rotary Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development of Lakeside Park. As an avid sportsman, he loved Nelson and all it had to offer - the outdoors, the Launch Club, the Rod and Gun Club, Whitewater Ski Hill, Curling Club, the Kinsmen Club, the Nelson and Silver City (Trail) Trap Shooting Clubs and the Nelson Golf Club. He made many lifelong friends through these organizations.

He was well travelled but always thought of Nelson as home. He loved the Nelson Leafs, Kootenay Lake, his wharf, and the snow; but his greatest love was his family. He adored his wife, daughters and his grandchildren.

During his retirement years he could often be seen at the Nelson Aquatic Center, grocery shopping (a favorite past time), having coffee with his buddies, ATVing with Sadie (the family dog) and enjoying everything that Nelson has to offer. His last few months were spent enjoying our beautiful summer at his wharf surrounded by family and friends. He said that this time was a blessing; he was able to visit with great friends and family. He was blessed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he lived a wonderful and complete life. We welcome his friends and family to help celebrate his life at the Prestige Lakeside Resort on Sunday, October 5 from 1-3, 701 Lakeside Drive, Nelson. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Nelson Humane Society and/or the Nelson Rod and Gun Club.

The family extends their gratitude to Dr. Kristen, Dr. Malpass and the 3rd floor nurses of the Kootenay Hospital.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

August 2, 1949 September 15, 2014 Son The story of Dave starts off with him as a son, as provided by his mom Dorothy and dad, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Redâ&#x20AC;? Wassick, the famous Kootenay Lake fisherman. Dave was a great hunter and fisherman learning these skills from his dad. His career was varied. He worked in a sports shop during high school where he chased down and caught a thief attempting to steal a rifle. Dave was a world class grader operator as he went to Chicago and was trained on running all kinds of heavy duty equipment which was his passion after finishing high school. He also was boom boat operator, paramedic, mill foreman, safety and environmental manager, and lumber salesman. Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom and dad remember that he was always so proud of his girls, bragging about their skiing, figure skating and successes in school.

Brother As a brother, Dave was the perpetual joker, a positive force, and always made his two sisters Harriet and Juliet, and two brothers Guy and Brant laugh. He taught them all how to waterski as they spent summer after summer playing down at the beach, swimming and diving and roughhousing. He built a tunnel-entry-only cave across the lake which was his secret hideaway.

They played lots of road hockey, and Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion for the Chicago Black Hawks was unrivalled.

Dave played a lot of cards and monopoly with his family as TV was yet to grace the family home.

He also had a short acting career playing Hayseed in the school theatre. He bought a new 1969 blue Mustang right off the assembly line at the Ford plant in Ontario, and tested it right away on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah with his friend Brian Clarkson. He was also the first on the north shore of Nelson with a snowmobile, his beautiful Arctic Cat. Dave managed a trap line up Sitkum Creek mountain trapping martin and mink. Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sisters and brothers were blessed with an unconditionally fun loving brother, who made sure they always saw the sunny side of life.

Father Dave was the kind of father that every kid wanted to have. Literally, every kid Erin and Renee knew, said they wished he was their dad. He coached soccer, played with Barbies, and chaperoned every event. He was a cool dad too, getting his ear pierced on a band trip along with the students.

He always played sports with his girls. One time, while playing tennis, he dislocated his shoulder, again, so he popped it back in against a fence so they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to stop playing. He was the best dad anyone could ask for. Erin and Renee knew they were loved and they loved him right back.

Husband Dave and Jeannie were married for 11 years. Dave initially followed her by showing up at all of her open houses. There was one day that Jeannie was late for an open house, and the office called her saying that someone phoned wondering where she was. After some tine, Dave and Jeannie knew they loved each other but they could not live in sin because Jeannie was doing mission work. They werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure how to go about holding their wedding. A client of Jeannieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suggested that the Yukon would be a great place to go. They had a fabulous wedding made by total strangers in Beaver Creek. Everyone from the small town attended, from the mechanic to the policemen.

They only charged for the alcohol, not the meals, or the room or flowers or photos. Dave was an amazing husband. He was Jeannieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fan club and she could do no wrong. They travelled to France, Italy, Thailand, the southern states, Mexico and Hawaii. Even on a hard day, when they were not seeing eye-to-eye, the mood would quickly lighten with laughter. This happened in Memphis one day when they just were not getting along so well. They went to check in to the Heartbreak Hotel, the only room available was the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hunk a Hunka Burning Love.â&#x20AC;? They took the room.

Step Dad Dave treated Jeannieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children as his own. He loved Erin, Robert, and Shari and their spouses with all his heart. He helped with their children, with many renovations, and was caring enough to offer fatherly advice.

Grandpa Dave was one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest Dedas. He was able to give the gift of his time, doing the very special things that meant so much to his 6 grandchildren â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Donovan, Tegan, Gracie, Ella, Anya and Kate. He took them: fishing, played cards and games, listened to them play the piano, took them on wagon rides behind the quad, built a chicken coop, and a zip line. As babies, he held them in awe.

Friend To all Dave was a friend. He was someone that you would like to have with you all the time.

This involved all matters of friendship, including his hockey fanaticism side. His friend Brian Clarkson told us that as teenagers, Dave, Brian, and Jim Langridge were inseparable. They lived along Kootenay Lake and spent countless hours fishing, hiking and just hanging out at Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; house with his family. Brian recalled that trip in 1969 when they flew to Toronto, to pick up the brand new mustang as it came off the assembly line in Oakville. They spent three glorious weeks driving through the US before returning to Nelson. There were fun and laughs the whole time.

In closing Dave touched those who knew him so dearly. We all learned so much about life, even through his illness. He taught us about how to fight and not give up even in the face of extreme adversity.

The times we had with Dave were blessings. He is forever in our hearts, Dave our son, brother, father, husband, stepdad, grandpa and friend. We can only imagine that you are doing well in heaven, breathing freely, running, fishing, and playing hockey.

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YELLOWHEAD ROAD & BRIDGE (KOOTENAY) LTD YRB requires equipment operators for the upcoming winter season at the Nelson, Winlaw, Salmo, Kaslo, Nakusp, Edgewood, New Denver, Crawford Bay and Creston locations in the Central Kootenay area.

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Please send/fax/email your resume along with a recent BC driver’s abstract and your preference of area to: YRB (Kootenay) Ltd. 110 Cedar Street, Nelson, B.C. V1L 6H2 FAX # 1-250-352-2172 or EMAIL kootenay@yrb.ca

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Job Description: Canadian Mountain Holidays is currently recruiting for a full time, year-round experienced and creative chef to run the day-to-day operations of the kitchen at the CMH K2 Rotor Lodge in the scenic lakeside town of Nakusp, BC. The 48 room lodge offers an a la carte menu year round and opens itself up as a Heli-Skiing clubhouse in the winter months. Come be a part of the CMH team at K2 Rotor Lodge!

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Client Services Coordinator Castlegar, BC Independent Respiratory Services is a BC-owned and operated full service respiratory company that has been providing sleep apnea and home oxygen therapy to British Columbians since 1996. We are currently looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Castlegar Team.

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successful candidate must be: Committed to Customer Service Comfortable in a dynamic team environment Meticulous and detail oriented Organized, Efficient Confident, Outgoing, Independent Professional in Approach and Appearance Skillful in all forms of Communication

Education and Background: • Strong computer skills • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office applications • Certificate in Business Administration • 1 to 2 years of general office experience Our company offers competitive remuneration and benefits. To launch an exciting career with Independent Respiratory Services today, forward your resume in confidence to hr@irscanada.ca.

Closing date is October 4, 2014.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Arrow Lakes News is looking for drivers Looking for responsible, energetic people to be drivers.

Required to deliver the paper to Canada Post and store and dealer drops around the community. The paper is delivered to various routes including Nakusp, Burton and Fauqier. Must be physically fit and a vehicle is required!

We pay $25 per hour all in for drivers. This job should take no more than two hours per week.

Please apply to: Liz Simmons Nelson Star Circulation 514 Hall Street 250-352-1890 ext 210 circulation@nelsonstar.com

Position: Maintenance Person Location: Chahko Mika Mall Nelson, BC About RioCan RioCan is Canada’s largest real estate investment trust with a total capitalization of approximately $14.9 billion as at June 30, 2014. It owns and manages Canada’s largest portfolio of shopping centres with ownership interests in a portfolio of 340 retail properties containing approximately 81 million square feet, including 47 grocery anchored and new format retail centres containing 13 million square feet in the United States as at June 30, 2014. RioCan’s portfolio also includes 16 properties under development in Canada. For further information, please refer to RioCan’s website at www.riocan.com.

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Maintain property aesthetics according to established standards and provide a safe and clean environment for tenants and customers. This is a part-time position.

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REPORTER The Castlegar News has an immediate opening for a full-time multimedia journalist/reporter.

Photography prowess, social media best practices and creative layout skills are an asset. Candidates must be willing to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

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Candidates will have outstanding, diverse writing abilities, and can generate and write compelling stories for use in print and online.

Request for Qualified Applicants: Specialized Business Consultants Community Futures invites consultants interested in providing on-call consulting services for the Basin Business Advisors program.

This successful program helps small and medium businesses including social enterprises. We are seeking consultants with skills in, but not limited to the following areas: · · · · · ·

human resources; financial; new technology; social enterprise; sales / marketing; and other business related specialities and skill as needs arise

Learn more at www.futures.bc.ca

General cleaning duties; sweeping, painting, mopping, garbage removal etc.

Maintain and inspect interior and exterior to ensure cleanliness and freedom from any hazards. Minor repairs.

The successful applicant for this position will be a key contributor to the print and online product.

• You should have a diploma / degree in journalism, and / or related experience.

• Knowledge of basic Photoshop and InDesign are a must. A valid driver’s licence and reliable car are required.

The Castlegar News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 1,500 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Those interested should submit a resume, writing and photography samples along with a cover letter to: Kevin Mills at kevin@nelsonstar.com

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Inspections of property, machinery and lighting.

Report any deficiencies.

Seasonal maintenance duties.

Conduct safety checklists.

Loading / unloading supplies and set-up seasonal displays and equipment.

Ensure supplies are stocked and available.

Provide assistance to customers and tenants as required.

Address tenant inquiries in regards to maintenance.

Communicate and coordinate with contractors.

Other duties / projects as required.

6 months previous relevant work experience Must be responsible, observant, and organized Customer service orientated with ability to field questions promptly and professionally Previous maintenance experience preferably gained in a retail / commercial property environment Familiarity and adherence to safe work practices Experience with fixing minor repairs (electrical, mechanical, plumbing etc) Ability to prioritize and schedule work to meet demands Interested, qualified candidates should submit their resumes by October 10, 2014, by E-mail: recruiting@riocan.com.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.

Our standards are high because our customers deserve the best treatment when entrusting their vehicles to us. We offer excellent benefits, bonuses and a positive working environment. This is a full-time position. If you have sales or service experience outside the auto sector, we will also seriously consider your application.

Please send your resume with cover letter to:

CHEVROLET

BUICK

GMC

1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar | (250)365-2155

STEP UP

Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses for night shifts (with the possibility of day shifts in the future) in the Castlegar area working with children with complex care needs. If you are an RN or LPN & love working with children and their families, we would appreciate hearing from you. Pediatric experience is an asset and we do offer client specific training.

If you are an amazing chef who loves the outdoors and is ready to own your very own casual fine dining resort restaurant then we have an affordable turnkey space in majestic Fernie, BC that is perfect for you.

Have you been looking for a restaurant deal that makes sense, one where you can actually showcase your talents and be successful? Then keep reading at: www.redtreelodge.com/ restaurant or email us at restaurant@red treelodge.com

Please send your resume & cover letter to: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax:

1-866-686-7435

Services

Classified Ads for items under $100 cost just $1!

TUTORING for BC Chemistry 11 or 12. Very experienced in teaching and tutoring. $20/h (1st session free). Email dcolgur@gmail.com

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Education/Tutoring

Unit Price TENDERS INVITED by AM FORD SALES LTD from bone fide Contractors to construct: PARKING LOT AND RETAINING WALL At AM Ford Plus located on Highway 3B at Waneta Mall on: Lot 1, Plan EPP12291, DL 4598, KD Work consists of: 1. Excavation and removal of approximately a. 900 cubic meters topsoil b. 6,300 cubic meters of subsurface soil 2. Supply and installation of approximately 202 Concrete Block Retaining Wall Tender documents and instructions to tender may be obtained from the Project Manager: Elmer Verigin, BE., P.Eng., E Verigin Consultants (EVC) 145 – 4200 Grandview Drive Castlegar, B.C. V1N 4X6 (250) 304 2801 (O) (250) 608 2215 (Cell) EMVerigin@shaw.ca Tenders close at the offices of EVC at 1:00 P.M., September 30, 2014. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted.

All Contractors must schedule a site visit with the Project Manager.

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Packing material for moving

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

Product Advisor Listen to customers, ask questions and help them select the right vehicle. Become familiar with one of the world·s most e[citing automotive lineups. Build your own business with unlimited potential in this sales position.

Step into a career position with continuous training, beneÀts, e[cellent pay for a job well done, the opportunity to advance and a supportive team. :e want people who wake up each day e[cited to work hard and achieve their goals. A track record of success in your work, education or other pursuits is an asset.

Once you have finished reading the newspaper, don’t throw it away. Find another use for it. Newspaper makes great filler for packing household goods when moving. As soon as everything is unpacked, take the used newspaper to a recycling center near you.

Take that ÀUst step and apply today.

Contact Keith Kalawsky keith@castlegarhyundai.com.

CASTLEGAR

HYUNDAI

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

Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

Complete Furnace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-5650355 (Free estimates)

Merchandise for Sale

Food Products BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished Freezer Packages Available Quarters/Halves $4.10/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Ground Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

Fruit & Vegetables Faraman Farm New location!

3111 Hwy 3 Erickson, BC 250-402-3056 formerly 4730 Canyon/ Lister Rd BC

Visit us for apples Starting approx. Mid. Sept.Gala, Mac End of Sept.- Honeycrisp, Sweet 16, Priam, Blushing Susan & Elstar Beginning Oct. - Liberty, Spartan, Jonagold, Creston, Golden Delicious Mid Oct.- Ambrosia & Orin We also have squash, potatoes, carrots & apple juice Bulk orders welcome Closed Sundays

Topsoil, Sand, Road Gravel Fill with delivery call for prices 250.359.7188 c:250.304.8158 Rubber Tire Backhoe, Mini Excavator & dump truck service

Misc. Wanted Cash Paid for old guns, signs, tins, toys, military medals, swords, coin collections, cowboy, railroad & mining items, Bottles, license plates, estates. Larry 1 250 545-7140 sumas@shaw.ca

Musical Instruments Musical Instruments Guitars, Amplifiers, Drums, Keyboards, P.A., Music books and Accessories BAY AVENUE MUSIC DOWNTOWN TRAIL 250-368-8878

Garage Sales

Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale

Dynamic is having a Clearance Sale, misc wood products,excess landscape material, tools, sawmill equipment, large trucks forklifts & much more we are located in Castlegar 1839 Brilliant Rd. Sale starts Sept 15th runs to Oct 15th

Rooms for Rent 1 Bdrm kitchen suites at 6 mile. Avail Immediately Fully furnished, inc all utilities wifi, cable & onsite laundry $825/mth utilities included Call: 250-825-9421 Email: kgresort@shaw.ca

Suites, Lower FAIRVIEW: 1bdrm suite for 1 person F/S, H/HW - Star Ch TV. , NS/NP Lower Level Private Entrance off street parking, $650/mo Avail Nov ph: 250-352-2205

Want to Rent Looking for Magical Bright Home with Lovely Spiritual Energy, A Nature Connection, (Back yard &/or Deck) Beautiful View, could be walking distance to the new Co-op or to the Water. 2 bdrm & parking would be ideal. For Oct 1st I’m a conscious, quiet responsible women N/S, love all life but have no pets 250 352-1696 Male, 30 yrs req housing between Balfour & Castlegar, near public transit. Can afford $400/m. Easygoing, responsible & hardworking. Good Ref avail. Dave 250 921-4502 Responsible 30 yr old man req housing in Nelson to reach F/T employment. Own or shared considered. Pet friendly, can garden & prefer raw food/veg, organic environment. Can afford $500-550/m & has good refs. Nathan nathan.hine@gmail.com or call 352-9876

Transportation

Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-499-0251. Local.

5 Family Multi Garage Sale!

901 West Richards St, (Townhouse Complex near golf course) Sat Sept 27th 9am-2pm 614 6th St, Sat Sept 27th 8 am Household & Reno items, jigsaw puzzles, small Bushnell telescope, mini trampoline 818 Vernon St, Sat Sept 27th 9am-1pm Good as Ever!

Giant MOVING SALE at the old barn in Blewett on Sunday,Sept 28th, 9am-3pm. Old table, doors & chairs, horse saddle, nice curtains, clean bedding sets, lounger, new boat lamps, dust free vacuum cleaner, old & new decoration items, Harley Davison helmet & gear & a bit of everything....

3482 Blewett Rd, Nelson.

Sorry Google Map is wrong follow signs Multi Family Moving Sale 1503 Cedar St Sat Sept 27th 9 am - 4 pm Furniture & Household Items No Early Birds Please Multi Family Yard Sale 942 Highway 3A Sat 27th, 8am. Something for everyone Neighbourhood Yard Sale 820 Cottonwood St & 6th St Sat 27th 9.00am- ?

Professional Air purifier, Excellent used clothes, fax machine, Girls clothing, French kids books, Dog toys/equipment, home decor & sporting goods

Misc. for Sale

250.352.1890

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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

Mobile Home in Thrums 2 brms, addition, deck, F/S W/D, small 15 unit park small pet ok, 250-304-9273

Auto Financing YOU’RE APPROVED • YOU’RE APPROVED

• GOOD CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • NO CREDIT • HIGH DEBT RATE • 1ST TIME BUYER • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCE

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

RESTAURANT SPACE FOR LEASE WILL THE WORLD RAVE ABOUT YOUR RESTAURANT?

• YOU’RE APPROVED • YOU’RE APPROVED • YOU’RE APPROVED •

Journeyman Automotive Technician Wanted Immediately

Rentals

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NEW LISTING! Fantastic unobstructed view over the golf course 2 brdm + den, 2 bath, $315,000 354-0149

Houses For Sale TRAIL, 1134 Marianna Cres.

Spotless, bright, updated, move-in ready 2bdrm. home in desirable location. Won’t last long at $189,900. Photos at kijiji ID# 1011459826. Call to view 250-364-1940.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Clean 1 bd suite. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer. off street parking. N/S N/P. $800 Util & Internet inc. Ref req. Call 250551-2125 ROSSLAND, 1 Bdrm ground level, lrg yard, quiet, clean, parking, W/D. NS/NP. $550+ utils. (250)509-0906.

Cottages / Cabins Available Nov 1st Mountain Cottage above Slocan Lake. 4 bed/2ba on 2 acres.

5-10 min. to Silverton/New Denver. $1100 Unfurnished $1500 Furnished 250-231-2174 www.slocanlakemountaincottage.com

Homes for Rent 2 bdrm house for rent near Nelson Bridge. Avail immed N/S Small dog considered $1050/m + utilities References required 250-352-9136

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

1.800.910.6402

Cars - Domestic 2006 Chrysler Sebring Touring, 195000 km, 4dr, full set of winter & summer tires both only used one season. $2000 OBO. Text 250 505-2639 or email lizsimm@yahoo.ca for more info

Boats World’s Finest FISHING BOATS

Weldcraft, Hewescraft, Lund, Godfrey Pontoons Mark’s Marine, Hayden, ID 1-888-821-2200 www.marksmarineinc.com

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com

Nelson Star Friday, September 26, 2014

Notice of Passing Silvio Bragagnolo Funeral Mass

Dairy Queen season is almost over!

Sept 25th-28th There is still time for more DQ Sandwich, DQ Pizza, Dilly Bar and Buster Bar & they are on special!

Come and see us while quantities last!

724 Nelson Avenue

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“Pet-Beard” photo contest!

IT’S ANIMAL HEALTH WEEK! Sept 28 thru Oct 4

Tuesday September 30th

To Celebrate Selkirk Veterinary Hospital is holding a “Pet-Beard” photo contect

at 10:30am

Sports

Email your entries to

info@selkirkvet.com or post them on our facebook page.

Big mountain freeride at Whitewater

SELKIRK VETERINARY HOSPITAL

People Caring for Pets

250-352-2999

Team is taking registrations Tamara Hynd Nelson Star

As the Whitewater Freeride team is open for early registration, kids with big mountain ski dreams may want to sign up now. Snow school director Brent Malysh started the young team five years ago and watched the club grow from 12 to 51 members in four years.

So far skiers are from Nelson, Ymir, South Slocan, and a few kids from Castlegar but anyone can join.

“I recognized that there was really nothing for kids who wanted to get into the sport,” said Malysh. “Five years ago freeride events were really fringe. Kids were going to these events as they were popping up but they didn’t have any coaching.”

Being more of a traditional free stylist with moguls and big air, Malysh had to search for freeride coaches. He found Dano Slater and Peter Velisek, both former professional skiers who had competed in adult big mountain freeride competitions in the late ’90s and early 2000s.

Malysh said, “They do this because they want to be able to pass on what they have learned. They have a passion for the sport. There are only a few handful of clubs like this in most of North America and five teams in BC. We’re a small percentage compared to regular ski racing.”

The team has a competitive and development level. Skiers in the competitive group are 10 to 18 years old and attend various events in BC and Alta. Once the ski hill opens, they train one day per week on the

Soren Schepkowski free skis at Whitewater. snow. On a competition week they could be on the snow up to three days during a competition week.

The development team is for skiers as young as eight to 18 looking to get into the sport. “We keep them in Whitewater to help them build a solid foundation for big mountain free ride.”

The team is for skiers only and there is a 10 per cent discount if registered by September 30.

For extra keen team members, dry land training starts in November at the Hume school. Where can all this big mountain skiing take some one?

For one local rising star Trace Cook, it has taken him around the world. He was on the team for the first three years of the program and has since moved on to competing at pro/amateur events. Cook was named the North America cham-

Leif Zapf-Gilje photo

pion for 15-18 year olds in 2013.

“He is a sponsored athlete now and, thus, our first alumnist,” said Malysh. “When Trace was on the team, he was on the podium more often than not.”

Malysh said Cook was an exceptional skier when he first joined their club but the coaching helped him in competition.

“He is very athletically inclined.

He can pick up any sport and excel at it,“ said Malysh. “The coaching helped him gain maturity and learn what works and what doesn’t during competition.”

As the sole member of the Whitewater pro team, Cook sits in as a guest coach when he’s home. Last winter he travelled to competitions in Switzerland, France, Montana and Colorado as a Whitewater athlete.

For more information go to skiwhitewater.com.

SOCIAL WORKERS ENRICH OUR COMMUNITIES Social workers support clients in complex life transitions. They provide services in our communities, not-for-profit and government agencies, hospitals, schools, prisons and through private practice. They connect their clients to services and resources in the community. Those registered with the BC College of Social Workers are the only ones who can use the title Registered Social Worker.

Regulating in the public interest bccollegeofsocialworkers.ca

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Community

ignore the weatherman

Blood, guts, and the History of the Library

Gala event to launch book ®

Blizzak WS-80 Designed to conquer the cold, snow and ice Better handling on snow & slush Remains pliable in cold temperatures

Maintenance, Repair and Tires.

250.505.5115 801 Front Street NELSON oktirenelson.com

It’s a tale of mystery and intrigue.

There is romance, and there is risk.

There may even be bloodshed — or at least, it has sometimes felt like that to its protagonists. And for the author, it’s been a tale of toil and hardship — but also of reward.

It’s The Story of the Nelson Public Library, 1986 – 2013 by Eileen Holland. And it’s launching Thursday, October 2 at 7 p.m. at your favourite library.

The previous library history (Nelson’s Library, 1895 – 1985), written by author and historian Frances Welwood, begins in the rough-andtumble days of Nelson’s early years and works its way through various locations and not a few controversies.

Nelson’s citizens supported their library: they sold books and staged plays; they held fundraising concerts, balls, and banquets (the library has always loved a good party). The Nelson Daily Miner rather graphically described the food at the Grand Ball in 1899, including “the somewhat hideous-looking but delicious lobster salad” and jellies that “kept up an agitated movement as the dancer glided over the floor.”

Frances’ lively history leaves us

Anne DeGrace Check This Out

with a library that has outgrown its relatively inaccessible location at the Civic Centre, and a little agitation brewing among the movers and shakers of the day.

Which is where Nelson Library board member and writer Eileen Holland picked up the torch — and picked it up beautifully. The Story of the Nelson Public Library indeed offers mystery and intrigue (will there ever be a new library?) and edge-of-your-seat-moments (will the electorate give the nod to expanded library services?).

There is risk (will thousands

of volunteer hours pay off ?) and almost-bloodshed (in the form of some particularly cutting letters-tothe-editor). Romance? Well, that’s rooted in the love and loyalty of library patrons, staff, and volunteers from the opening pages until the heartfelt acknowledgements.

Eileen’s history book takes readers through six chief librarians, three referenda and a move, and follows operations from analog systems into the digital age. It’s colourful and readable, with sidebars and photos from the Nelson Leafs hockey team reading with kids to chief librarian Trish Miller belting out the tunes with the band No Excuse (adding sports and music to the narrative).

I got to help out with the creation of this engaging little book, ferreting out photos and filling in the sidebars. It was fun, and a privilege to work with Eileen, who gets the prize for hard work and dedication. In her afterword, she describes her recruitment to the job: “In early 2012, over coffee at the Dominion Café, chief librarian June Stockdale and library board chair Dianne Harke asked me to write Continued on Page 27

BRITISH COLUMBIA ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION

we want to hear from you The BC Electoral Boundaries Commission is reviewing provincial electoral districts and making proposals to the Legislative Assembly on the area, boundaries and names of electoral districts to be used for the next two provincial general elections.

Now is the time to have your say and shape your province.

The commission wants to hear your views on provincial electoral districts to help inform a preliminary report to the Legislative Assembly.

WEBSITE:

JOIN

the commission at a local public hearing between September 22 and November 7, 2014

www.bc-ebc.ca EMAIL:

current electoral district maps

info@bc-ebc.ca

LEARN

about the commission

PHONE:

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and provide your input by Sunday, November 16, 2014.

SEE

Visit www.bc-ebc.ca for information about the commission’s work and commissioners, BC Electoral Boundary Commission history, a schedule and location of public hearings, an accessible online submission form, links to legislation and more.

1-800-661-8683

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Coping with pain people in pain, Neil will lead the group in Nelson Star calming their breathing and decreasing Anyone who is suffering from chronic muscle tension before beginning gently, pain may want to take part in a free clinic easy to modify movements and postures. with physical therapist Neil Pearson next “We know he’s an amazing speaker, Tuesday. Pearson is a leading expert compassionate and very well versed in pain neuroscience education and in chronic pain management,” said in 2013 was honoured with the MORINEE Sharon Campese, manager at Canadian Pain Society’s Excellence ONLstar.com Community First Clinic Medical nelson in Interprofessional Pain EducaManager. “Our patients deserve tion award. He will lead the “ungreater understanding — an understanding and helping you over come derstanding that inspires us to provide chronic pain” workshop on September treatment for the pain and compassion30. There will be an hour of gentle move- ate are for the person in pain.” ment, breathing, and body awareness The workshop is open to the public techniques following his talk. Based on on from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Prestige Inn his successful therapeutic yoga classes for Lakeside.

TAMARA HYND

Neil Pearson is leading an “understanding and helping you over come chronic pain” workshop on September 30 in Nelson.

Submitted photo

Library’s story filled with fun

NOW OPEN SATURDAY’S 9AM - 1PM

Yogi

She’s a 3 year old spayed Rotti-Retriever, looking for an active loving family, where she will have lots of play and fun, with dog-savvy experienced owners.

Call KAAP at 250-551-1053 or check kaap.ca/adopt

Rookie

Continued from Page 26 the sequel to Frances Welwood’s Nelson Library 1895 – 1985. I was unaware that the task of researching and writing the history would be similar to strapping myself to the blade of a turbine at the Nelson Hydro power plant for the next two years.” Luckily, the story unfolded without undue violence or dismemberment, turbines notwithstanding.

Eileen will be the honoured guest at the launch, all limbs intact. Frances Welwood will be on hand as Mrs. A.J. McCulloch, secretary of the Nelson Library Association in 1899. Notorious Nelson comedian Lisel Forst is working a comedy sketch for the launch; I think she’s threatening to be “librarians through the ages” or some such thing. And we’ll have library notables past and present, of course. And food! But I draw the line at jellied salads, no matter how good their rhythm.

Join us, and be a part of the still-to-be-written History of the Nelson Public Library, Part III.

Private riverFront

Wayne Germaine

250.354.2814

$198,000

“rockin” g ood ti me this winter at the

NELSON CURLING CENTRE

This profitable restaurant has been a Nelson favourite for over 17 years.

Many recent kitchen upgrades including over $20,000 in capital improvements.

An outstanding opportunity to be your own boss.

Robert Goertz

250.354.8500

$149,900

✭ Week of Oct. 14 – Leagues start! Men’s, Women’s Daytime and Mixed Social

✭ Sat Oct. 18 – Family Day ~ 10am -3pm. Try curling!

✭ Sat Oct. 25 – Octoberfest Fun Spiel

✭ Oct. 27 - Dec. 1 – Learn to Curl Mondays 7-9pm, 6 week program.

Call Terri 250-352-3058.

✭ Thurs Oct. 30 –Little Rockers & Youth League after school program starts. Call Tracey 250-352-7628

BAR & LOUNGE OPEN • weekdays until 11pm • weekends until 12am

Weekly Schedule: MONDAY: Junior League 4–5:30pm Open House 7–9pm

Norm Zaytsoff

250.354.8584

$309,999

Lev Zaytsoff

250.354.8443

$439,900

Steven Skolka

250-354-3031

$295,000

norm@valhallapathrealty.com 4-bed, 3-bath home on an oversized lot is sure to spark your interest. Features include 2 gas fireplaces, spacious open plan, gourmet kitchen, double attached garage, fully finished basement with inlaw suite and a beautifully landscaped level yard. Call today for more details.

lev@valhallapathrealty.com

Great investment opportunity! Charming 4 bedroom, 2-bath on Victoria St with suite potential. Existing infrastructure still in place from former 2 bedroom legal suite with separate electrical service. New roof, new bath, upgraded plumbing and electrical and parking in back. Don’t miss a chance to get a great investment in the heart of downtown Nelson.

steven@valhallapathrealty.com

Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society

www.kaap.ca • 250.551.1053

Wondering how to donate to help KAAP pets? The Kootenay Co-op store in Nelson has a KAAP “Till Card”. When you pay for your purchases, just ask to swipe the KAAP till card, and $2 will be gratefully received. Thank you!

location, location

250-352-7628

www.NelsonCurling.com 46.8% of renter households in Nelson pay more than 30% of their income on shelter. The Nelson Food Cupboard invites you to Do The Math at www.foodcupboard.org/chew-on-this to see how much is left for food.

robert@valhallapathrealty.com

location, location, location!

nelsoncurling@shaw.ca

Chew On This….

We have two litters of kittens ready to go to forever homes the last week of October. Those with pre-approved applications will be given first choice. Visit kaap.ca/adopt for the cat adoption application form, or call KAAP at 250-551-1053 for information.

Great Family Home

(for practices and new curlers)

TUESDAY: Daytime League 10am–3pm Men’s League 7–9pm WEDNESDAY: Women’s League 6:45–9pm THURSDAY: Daytime League 10am–3pm Little Rockers 3:30-4:30pm Youth League 4:30-5:30pm Men’s League 7–9pm FRIDAY: Mixed League 7pm

Kaap has Kittens!

4-bed, 2-bath 20 min from Nelson.

Features include detached workshop, new roof, spacious room sizes, wrap-around deck, great water supply and loads of sun.

Call today.

7~9 pm. League night practice and TRY IT FOR FREE! registration party & practice

She’s a 4 year old spayed super-friendly Chocolate Lab, kid-dog-cat friendly, needing a fenced yard, and lots of activity and attention.

Call KAAP at 250-551-1053 or check kaap.ca/adopt

Great value

✭ Week of Oct 1 – Ice goes in! ✭ Tues/Wed/Thurs Oct. 7-9 – NCC Open House ✭ Thurs Oct. 9, 7pm – Preseason

wayne@valhallapathrealty.com

outer clove

— Anne DeGrace is the Adult Services Coordinator at the Nelson Public Library. Check This Out runs every other week. For more information go to www.nelsonlibrary.ca.

Come have a

This is a very unique riverfront property with approx. 2160’ of riverfront and 3.4 acres in total. The setting is very private and beautiful. The land is level with a wonderful place to swim and great sun exposure. A truly magical setting for all seasons. Perfect for a new home or recreation.

Kristina Little

250-509-2550

$309,900

Motivated seller! Well maintained, family home on a quiet street in Uphill. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, original birch floors, mountain views, and large level lot with great soil that has been used for extensive gardening. Basement has everything needed to make this an income producing property.

kristina@valhallapathrealty.com

www.valhallapathrealty.com

www.spca.bc.ca/nelson • 250.352.7178

520 C Falls Street Nelson (Above Savoy Bowling Lanes) Open Tues - Sat.: 12:00 - 5:00pm This weekly column proudly sponsored by:

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Friendly. Healthy. Community owned.

Case Lot Sale Coming Soon!

While quantities last.

For active Members only.

Effective October 1 - 7, 2014

Wow!

70 items in our Fall Case Lot Sale!

Savings up to 50% OFF Also, find lots of great Co-op Deals during Case Lot Sale!! NB: Monthly Specials will start on Oct 8. The over $300 Shop Member Benefit will be suspended during our Case Lot Sale event.

295 Baker St, Nelson

t: 250 354 4077

www.kootenay.coop

Open every day 7:30am - 9pm