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Police seek $311,000 budget increase GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star

Nelson’s police department is asking city council for an additional $311,000 in funding in 2015 to hire two more officers and a support worker. If approved, it would push the department’s budget above $3 million for the first time.

Chief Wayne Holland, deputy chief Paul Burkart, and police board directors Roger Higgins and Barb Henry spoke to council Monday night. According to their presentation, the

department hasn’t added any officer positions in 20 years and has had no increase in administrative support in 30 years. Although approved for 17 officers, since 2011 the department has actually functioned with 14 to 16 officers, due in part to injuries.

Nelson’s police force is the only one of BC’s 11 municipal departments whose staffing has been unchanged since 1995. It is the smallest department and only one in the interior. The next smallest, Oak Bay and Central Saanich, each have 23 officers, up

from 20 and 21 in 1995 respectively.

Although Nelson has fewer citizens per officer than those two forces, it has a higher case load volume.

A national crime severity index in 2013 ranked Nelson 49th highest out of 304 communities with populations over 10,000 for violent crime, 36th highest in non-violent crime, and 35th highest overall. Oak Bay and Central Saanich were near the bottom of all categories.

However, Holland said the majority of what his department does relates

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to drugs, people with mental illness, and street disorder, which do not turn up in those statistics. “The crime rate isn’t really reflective of what faces the community,” he said.

The 2015 budget request would pay for two new constables and an administrative support worker at $290,000, plus $12,000 for a restorative justice co-ordinator and $9,000 to cover a shortfall in victim services funding.

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“I am proud of the new student residences at Selkirk College, built during this term. What began as a conversation, between former Selkirk College president Marilyn Luscombe and myself, evolved into a partnership between the City, Selkirk College, the province and the federal government. By accessing the Build Canada fund, we now have more housing for students, which frees up affordable rental units in Nelson.”

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iona Richards and Doug Jones are no strangers to heritage restoration.

They’ve brought a few houses in Nelson back to their original splendour and created the Dominion Cafe in one of the city’s oldest commercial buildings.

But transforming 652 Baker Street into a Cartolina retail outlet was their biggest and most rewarding challenge yet.

The couple designs unique paper products that are sold all over the world, but after seven years the business had outgrown their North Shore home. Searching for more space, they thought the former King’s Restaurant might fit the bill. Once part of the Tremont Hotel, the 114-yearold building was one of the few on Baker that had never seen any interior restoration.

“It was a huge risk and scary,” Jones says. “What if we hit some catastrophic problem? But you’ve got to take some risks with this type of thing.”

Beginning in early May and continuing for ten weeks, they worked with Peter Gosney’s construction crew to unearth the building’s secrets. Discovering what lay beneath several generations’ worth of paneling, plywood, and linoleum constantly astonished and delighted them.

“Our motto was ‘No patina would be harmed during the making of this store,’” Richards says. “We kept to that. We said to the guys ‘Be really careful when you’re removing or sanding.’ And they did a great job.”

Early on, they got an inkling of what was to come when Jones discovered the original tin ceil-

Fiona Richards and Doug Jones took on the challenge of restoring a Baker Street commercial building and were astonished by what they uncovered.

Greg Nesteroff photo ing, hidden for decades. “The ceiling was the showstopper,” he says. “About a week before we started, someone told me there was tin up there. The first day, I moved the tile over and could see through. I moved more tile until you could see the whole thing. I couldn’t do anything else for an hour. I kept texting Fiona pictures.”

The dropped ceiling, presumably intended to lower heating costs, resulted in another original feature being covered up: transom windows at the front disappeared under plywood and an awning. The windows have now been restored to their former glory while the walls were taken back to exposed brick.

“We actually chipped the parged-on plaster off the walls,” Jones says. “That would have been the original finish coat,

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which is fine, but looked too plain for our tastes.”

The floor was another matter: it was several layers of carpet, linoleum, and plywood which was stripped back to the original hardwood (although some vintage checkerboard lino was salvaged for the front window display).

The building was filled with all sorts of old furniture and artifacts, some of which has been repurposed for the store. A pair of heavy swinging doors, curved from many years of use, now separates the retail and wholesale areas. (The latter is where the restaurant’s kitchen used to be.)

The front counter came from an old store in Greenwood, where Richards had long admired it, and above it now hang two Chinese lanterns from

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King’s banquet room.

But the piece de resistance is a massive, 11-foot long table discovered in the basement that probably dates to the 1890s. It was impossible to bring up the stairs, which were long ago reconfigured with a sharp turn, so they cut a hole in the floor and hoisted it up. “It’s a beauty,” Richards says. “We’re fairly certain it’s as old as the building and was down there a very long time.”

BITS OF HISTORY The two-storey building was designed in 1899 by local architects Ewart and Carrie and built in pressed white brick.

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Only surviving portion of old hotel Continued from Page 2 haberdashery and children’s store before it became a Chinese restaurant about 1965.

It’s the only surviving portion of the Tremont Hotel, as the other two-thirds were demolished sometime before 1951 to make way for a new Greyhound depot and parking lot.

The building is connected on both floors to two others at the rear. They’re of a similar age but slightly narrower and hadn’t been used for anything more than storage in decades. One has a pointed roof and appears to have been a house or apartments, but could have had a commercial use as well. Richards and Jones guess it might have been home to the Hip Chong laundry, once listed in the same block as the Tremont. Next to these buildings is a lane with a wooden walkway that leads to the alley.

“It’s a huge place,” Richards says. “What you see in the store and back room is only one-quarter of the building. We’ve only restored those sections but we’re excited with the potential of the brick house at the back and hope we can find a great tenant for it.”

In addition to the larger finds, there were plenty of smaller discoveries along the way to keep things interesting. “Lots of days we’d find some little thing that would be a bit of history,” Jones says. “A pack rat’s nest that fell out of the ceiling was full of 20 or 30 beer bottle caps from the 1910s, from Fernie, Fort Steele, Nelson, and a couple from the States.

“There was a full page from an Italian

A tin ceiling that hasn’t been seen in decades is the showstopper. newspaper from 1910. Parts of a doll. A 1906 dime. Menus from King’s. Stuff from the Bossy Place [one of the restaurant’s former names] and from the kids place that used to be here.

“In the dirt floor of the basement, I scraped away something and found a hole filled with junk. There was a great old black porcelain doorknob. And then a cookie cutter shaped like a gingerbread man. Then a 1950s comic book. It’s fun finding those little bits.”

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He also came across more than a dozen cleavers scattered throughout the building from its many years as a restaurant. “I just kept putting them upstairs in a bucket.

They’re all really worn and over-sharpened and have weird shapes. I’d like to make some sort of display of them.”

Jones says reclaiming these traces of the building’s heritage is more than just a treasure hunt.

“We wanted to present an historic layer and thought [customers] would respond enthusiastically to the space. I think they are. What’s funny is a lot of locals come in and get really confused. They say ‘So what used to be here?’”

The store opened in early July and “we’ve been run off our feet,” Richards says. “We had no idea we would be this busy.” She hopes their experience sets an example for others. “I hope we can inspire other people to do this kind of reno as opposed to taking an old building and making it look new inside. It’s more interesting and more authentic, which is bound to give you a better feel.”

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spread the case load around would allow them to be more pro-active rather than simply run from call to call.

If the requests are granted, it would represent about an 11 per cent increase to the department’s budget, whereas in the last eight years council has approved increases averaging 2.9 per cent, for a total of about 23 per cent. During the same period, wages and benefits for officers rose 28 per cent, which the police board says eroded spending on operations and other initiatives.

In arguing for additional funding, the board says the force “works in a city that provides a tremendous amount of centralized core services for a great number of marginalized citizens, many of whom do not live in Nelson.” It says the department polices a much larger population than funded by taxpayers — about 16,000 people are actually in the city daily based on traffic studies, meaning a citizen-per-officer rate of 941 rather than 577.

Using the Canadian average of 193 police officers per 100,000 citizens, or 518 citizens per officer, the board suggests the force should have 19 members.

Police services account for 22 per cent of the city’s tax draw, which has nudged up only slightly since 2003. However, the department says as a share of municipal operational expenditures, it has always been less than other cities, including those that contract with the RCMP. Mayor John Dooley, who chairs the police board, said the board did not come by its funding requests lightly. “It has taken an extensive amount of conversation, some head banging, and a lot of research to come up with the information presented tonight,” he said. “I can assure you the board is very much aware of the financial challenges this will raise at budget time.”

Holland told council they would seek “innovative ways” to limit the effect of a budget increase. “I’m a taxpayer too, and I think there are ways we can do it,” he said.

Under the Police Act, the police board is required to have its provisional budget approved by November 30, although the actual budget will be set by the new council

Police chief Wayne Holland speaks to Nelson city council Monday as deputy chief Paul Burkart listens.

Greg Nesteroff photo early next year.

Even if council approves funding for new officers, Holland said it would take some time before they appear on the beat, as they would have to be recruited and trained first.

Nelson’s police department by the numbers Officers: 17 Reserve officers: 9 Dispatchers: 8 (4 full-time, 4 part-time) Support staff: 2 Citizens per officer, Nelson (2012): 577 Citizens per officer, Central Saanich: 703 Citizens per officer, Oak Bay: 779 Case load per officer, Nelson (2012): 58 Case load per officer, Central Saanich: 34 Case load per officer, Oak Bay: 30 Average cost per municipal officer, Canada (2012): $184,510 Per capita: $337

Average cost per municipal officer, Nelson: $173,926 Per capita: $301

Nelson police budget as a percentage of civic taxes 2003 2005 2010 2013

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Nelson police budget Year 2007: 2008: 2009: 2010: 2011: 2012: 2013: 2014:

Amount $2.2 million $2.29 million $2.35 million $2.42 million $2.58 million $2.63 million $2.72 million $2.75 million

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Editor: Kevin Mills Publisher: Karen Bennett

QUESTION

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OF THE WEEK Should the city approve a budget increase to allow Nelson Police to hire two new officers?

Police budget It’s about time! Calls have doubled, daily and with only one officer on duty is the “worst” job safety I’ve ever seen. Even 7- Eleven (24hrs) have learned. Very disappointed. Interior Health Shot down mental health vehicle. They should be ashamed to allow the fallout land in the laps of overworked and very unappreciated police officers.

Roz Wallington

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LAST WEEK, WE ASKED:

Will an eight month pool closure have an impact on your recreational routine?

We need fewer cops, not more. Nelson is a low crime rate area. They waste their time hassling pot smokers.

Anthony Hill The problem isn’t that there aren’t enough, but that they spend their time on jaywalkers and dog owners.

Ginette Cloutier

You responded:

YES: 60 % NO: 40 %

No, the problem really is that there aren’t enough officers. They aren’t just making this stuff up.

Dale Butterfield

Soltice on the Seven Summits Y

ou never know what you’re going to find in the back country. Two weeks ago my husband and I rode the Seven Summits on what seemed like a gift of a warm October day in the sub alpine. The Seven Summits is an epic 35 kilometre mountain trail near Rossland famous with mountain bikers and is hailed as one of the best long distance single track rides by the International Mountain Bicycling Association.

Half way through the ride we heard a group of people before we finally saw them scattered along a ridge. Upon closer inspection, I saw one man with a large box camera setting up a shot just below the gentle saddle-like ridge line.

When I see a professional photographer setting up a photo with a second photographer toting a camera larger than my head as a sample shooter, I pay attention.

My camera, ironically, had

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pronounced itself critically ill two days earlier with a lens error so I dropped my bike and grabbed the simple point-andshoot my husband had onside.

As I scrambled up the ridge, the photographer seemed rushed to get the shot. Rather than disturb him, I simply smiled at him and asked one of his friends who he was. It was none other than Richard Soltice

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have had on my walls for years.

I would later learn that Soltice apparently did study under Adams. I also read that somewhat of a purist, Solstice doesn’t digitally enhance his photos either.

I watched as Soltice ducked under the thick blanket to check the shot, then come back out to switch the filter/ negative again.

Everything had an air of haste to it which perplexed me as from my perspective the subject seems quite solidly rooted.

Then I saw a jet flying from the north west heading directly for the middle of his clouds. Fast. A think I heard a curse word and Soltice speed up but he was too late. The shot was ruined.

“The jet stream will last longer than the clouds,” he said. “It’s done.”

The hefty efforts and a great photographic find all to be ruined by a vapour trail. While people debate that planes pollute our atmosphere, in this moment, one jet contaminated a photographers’ Richard Soltice (right) on the Seven Summits trail. vision.

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from Rossland who published a book of black and white photography called The Light of the Gathering Storm in 2011.

I started photographing them.

Some people think they could get the same shot if they were just in the same spot. And they might and they could but they usually don’t. Why? Because they are not there.

Soltice was, and so was I, but he had an impressive camera that looked like it weighed 40 pounds. He had hiked up a two and a half hour trail lugging the bulky beast on a fair weather day. His focus was a grey sun bleached overturned stump with root pad still intact with a veil of scattered clouds against the deep blue sky that comes with higher altitudes.

Another man came over to show me the black and white shot on his camera display. The image was stunning. The sample photo immediately reminded me of Ansel Adams’ photography which I

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HUGS: To the people I encountered with my old dog down at John’s Walk. We had a scary altercation which resulted in my very old dog getting a bit roughed up. Just want to let you to know he is totally ok. These things happen. Just want to thank you for handling this scary situation gracefully and with the kindest concern for my dog.

HUGS: Huge hugs to the person who rescued my runaway sailboat.

HUGS: To the good samaritan who found my glasses and brought them into the optical office. I now have my sight back, Thank you.

HUGS: To the ban on e-cigarettes. Originally (and still) marketed as a means to cut out, and eventually quit smoking, they have now, for the most part, become a way for most to smoke constantly. We non-smokers don’t want to inhale second hand smoke, nor second hand nicotine vapour, SLUGS: To all the distracted drivers out there. I still see you all over the place. I think the police are doing their best to catch you but how about if they could give your phone an immediate 24 hour suspension. They can take your vehicle on the spot for 30 days and take your drivers license for 90 days for various infractions. How would you survive without your phone for 24 hours?

And of course the penalty would be on an escalating scale for repeated violations.

HUGS: Big hugs to the man who helped us, from myself and my daughter who was having her 8th birthday as we were on the side of the road with a flat tire on the North Shore near the 3000 area houses. You helped the rest of the day go very well.

HUGS: To the mom in my neighborhood who so kindly and politely asked me to slow down where her kids like to play. It’s no excuse for not being careful, but I was having a rough day and didn’t pay enough attention to how quickly I drove by where your kids were playing. I appreciated how respectfully you brought it to my attention. Thank you. — More careful and humbled mom HUGS: To all my thoughtful neighbors who bag their leaves for me so I can mulch my garden each winter.

HUGS: Big hearty hugs to the gentleman who paid for my groceries at Wholesale when my car payment was taken out two weeks late and left me short of funds.

This was not just a small amount for bread and milk.

How wonderful for all of us to know people like this wander our world. You asked me to pay it forward and I am looking forward with a sense of joy to doing it.

If you have a Hug or a Slug... we’d like to hear it. Simply email us at editor@nelsonstar.com with your short quips, compliments or complaints. Keep it tasteful and anonymous — no names of individuals or businesses, please. You can also drop by a written submission to our offices at 514 Hall Street.

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Calgarian Len MacCharles rose to the top

Nelson hires new fire chief

Will Johnson Nelson Star

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Nelson Fire and Rescue recently celebrated the centennial of their hall, and this afternoon the city announced that they’ve hired a new fire chief.

Calgarian Len MacCharles was selected from a pool of 39 applicants as the new chief of Nelson Fire and Rescue. He will begin the new position in the historic fire hall on November 13, taking over for retiring chief Simon Grypma.

“We were very impressed with the knowledge and the initiative that Len has shown throughout his career,” said city manager Kevin Cormack.

In May 2011, MacCharles was named the incident commander in the aftermath of the firestorm that swept through Slave Lake, at the time Canada’s costliest disaster. Pegged at $700 million, the fire destroyed one third of the area, including 374 properties in and around the town. The disaster left 732 residents homeless.

MacCharles, 57, has nearly 35 years of experience with the Calgary Fire Department, where he started his career in 1981.

He progressed through numerous positions, serving most recently as the deputy chief of operations, effectiveness, efficiency and evaluation. He was responsible for 1,300 fire fighters.

Cormack said he was particularly impressed with the Calgary fire victim initiative MacCharles championed after a fatal house fire in the Alberta city a few years ago.

“Len created a program that supported families involved in tragedies Len MacCharles like the one in this particular fatality, where the actual firefighters who respond to the blaze could later help folks cope with their loss. Now that program has been implemented for all fires in Calgary, where responding fire fighters take an active role in providing support for affected families,” he said.

MacCharles has a master’s certificate in municipal leadership, a bachelor’s degree in law and society and certified emergency manager designation.

MacCharles was given the chance to tour the hall, meet a number of the firefighters and review operational plans.

“Len was extremely impressed with the professionalism of the fire department,” Cormack said. “It’s a credit to Chief Grypma that Len will inherit such a highfunctioning Fire and Rescue service.”

Nelson Fire and Rescue responds to approximately 1,000 calls per year. The department consists of a chief, assistant chief, three captains, six firefighters, a secretary-dispatcher and 21 auxiliary firefighters.

“We’re very fortunate to have found such a highly qualified individual to fill the very big shoes of our retiring chief,” said Cormack.

Grypma will work with MacCharles through the transition. MacCharles will become the 19th chief in the history of the Nelson fire department, dating back to 1897.

Nearly 100 residents of Ymir Road, Perrier Road and Perrier Lane sign

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Friday, November 7, 7:00 PM Mary Hall, Tenth Street Campus, Nelson BLOOD: THE STUFF OF LIFE Lawrence Hill is the author of nine books, including The Book of Negroes. He travelled across Canada to deliver the 2013 Massey Lectures, based on his new non-fiction book Blood: The Stuff of Life (House of Anansi Press).

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Nearly 100 residents of Ymir Road, Perrier Road and Perrier Lane have signed a petition urging the City of Nelson and the RDCK to reinstate public bus service to their area.

“Residents of this area believe that the service would greatly improve their safe and reliable access to the city and provincial services based there,” reads the Oct. 8 letter.

“It is important to note that the above mentioned area has grown considerably in the years since the service was discontinued and we believe reinstating the service will significantly benefit the current residents as well as the city,” it reads.

Mayor John Dooley was not aware of the petition when first contacted by the Star, but said when the most recent assessment of ridership demand by BC transit was done, the area didn’t make the cut.

“It’s a system that’s always open to adjustments, but we have to do it within this current model that exists.

We’d have to build a case for BC transit, the operator of the system, to add an additional route.”

Changes like this are routinely made. Some recent additions include a connecting bus between Nelson, Castlegar and Trail, a new route in the

Slocan Valley and an adjustment in the schedule while Selkirk College classes are in session.

“Some people would suggest that there was a route there before, that’s true. But during the last analysis of the municipal transit system, ridership was very low and higher demand was in other areas.”

Dooley said the existing system is a vast improvement from the one of years past.

“We literally had bus stops without people standing at them for years. The whole system was reviewed from top to bottom. We have to put the inventory into areas where we have the demand, and that’s what happened.”

The petition letter states that many residents in the Perrier Road area cannot drive to town due to disabilities, while some cannot afford their own vehicle.

Others have expressed concern about “saving the environment” as a reason to use a bus service, if it were available.

“We would like to close by noting that for some, walking is a pleasurable alternative to a personal vehicle, on some occasions, but inclement weather, carrying groceries or books, and/or pushing a baby buggy makes walking an unsuitable default option for getting to town.”

“It’s a system that’s always open to adjustments, but we have to do it within this current model that exists.”

Why I’m Voting Twenty-seven-year-old local business owner Ashley Simon explains why she plans to vote in the November 15 civic election: “As someone who has strong ties to the community I believe it makes a huge difference to all of us to elect a council that will run our city to its full potential. Voice your opinion. Get out there and vote!”

Tramway car fire

A small blaze erupted at the Nelson Electric Tramway Society’s car barn yesterday afternoon, ultimately causing less than five hundred dollars of damage.

The Nelson Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at approximately 3:15. The duty crew was en route to an elevator rescue at the time, so resources were divided to allow a response to both locations.

The first officer to arrive at the scene reported smoke in the building. Four additional members were dispatched from home and shortly after the fire was extinguished.

Seven firefighters responded to the incident with two fire engines, one tender truck and two utility vehicles.

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Teaming up to pursue federal dollars GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star

Local Internet service providers have until November 10 to let a Columbia Basin Trust subsidiary know if they’re interested in teaming up to apply for federal dollars.

The government is inviting companies to seek funding under its Connecting Canadians program to extend or enhance broadband service in remote and rural areas.

The $305 million fund is intended to bring high-speed Internet to 280,000 households.

“We want to help providers in this region do the technical and business planning necessary to submit a strong application,” Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation chief operating officer Aimee Ambrosone said after addressing the Regional District of Central Kootenay board last week. “They have to do a lot of work to show their projects are viable and will serve more

“We want to help providers in this region do the technical and business planning necessary to submit a strong application.” rural households. We want to help them get ready for that.”

The government’s application deadline is January 12, with the first projects to be announced in the spring. Successful applicants can receive up to 50 per cent of project costs and will be expected to provide services at speeds of at least five megabits per second.

Ambrosone said they are considering submitting a coordinated regional application.

In addition to matching funds from government, the Trust may potentially provide some money, although providers will still have to come up with the rest.

Columbia Basin Broadband has a fibre optic network across the region, but is hoping existing non and for-profit providers can help them reach a goal of making broadband available to 80 per cent of households who can’t access it now by 2016.

“They already have equipment and infrastructure, are providing service and have a good idea what areas are served, what areas aren’t, and where and how they should expand to provide better service,” Ambrosone said. “That’s why they’re integral. They’re hopefully the long-term service providers who continue to work with those households.”

Columbia Basin Broadband was created in 2011 to acquire the assets of the now-defunct Columbia Mountain Open Network.

Aimee Ambrosone, chief operating officer of Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation, addresses the Regional District of Central Kootenay board last week.

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Calendar

Community EvEnts Watch the wonders of the night sky through the Starry Night Astronomy program’s astronomical telescopes tonight at Taghum Hall, weather permitting. For more information, contact Wayne at 250-354-1586.

1. A coffee party from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for $5 or choose high tea from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for $6.

Where friends meet — old and new. Heavenly Bake Table sales and door prizes. Hosted by St. Saviour’s Anglican Church at Ward and Silica Street.

Books for sale! The Friends of the Nelson Library will be holding the fall sale on October 24 from 6-8 p.m., and Saturday 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St. Nelson. There will be a good selection of lightly used, adult, youth and children’s books, as well as CDs, DVDs, games and puzzles. Bargain bags of books from 1-2 p.m.

Whitewater Ski Team Annual Ski Swap from on Sunday, November 2 from 12:30 - 3 p.m. at the Hume School. Drop off gear from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Awesome gear at great prices!

It’s Halloween for teens at the Nelson Public Library. Special Wild and Wacky Wednesday on October 29 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Ages 12 and up welcome. Costumes, snacks, games, prizes. Make a goth sock puppet! FMI: jharris@nelson.ca or call 250-505-5683.

Spooktacular Halloween at the Nelson Public Library for 6 to 8 year olds. Thursday, October 30 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.. Goblins, ghosts and ghouls are invited to join the Library for games, snacks, stories and a craft. Come in your costume—if you dare! Register online at www.nelsonlibrary.ca or call 250-352-6333.

For more information contact Nancy at 250352-8283.

Candi-dating at the Nelson Public Library on October 30, 6:45 to 9 p.m. (registration begins at 6:45 p.m.) West Kootenay EcoSociety and nelsonvotes.ca will offer citizens a opportunity to spend three minutes one-on-one with candidates asking questions, raising issues, and connecting personally. A spin-off of speed dating, Speed Candi-dating has proven to be a successful format for connecting citizens and candidates running for political office.

All candidates for mayor and council and for school board trustee have been invited.

Blewett School’s 2014 Spooktacular Halloween event on Thursday, October 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. includes a haunted maze, chili, hot dogs, beverages and fireworks. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The haunted maze is $2 and fireworks start at 8 p.m. sharp. Entrance is free.

Cafe Langham Inspired Ideas speaker series on Saturday, November 1, will be the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico and other death practices around the world. Talk starts at 7 p.m. at the Langham in Kaslo. Youth are free. Donation at the door.

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Join Our Valley, Our River, Ourselves: an evening with the Slocan River Streamkeepers on November 3 at Crescent Valley Hall and on November 10 at Winlaw Hall, both at 7 p.m.

Find out about their wide range of activities from studying otters to counting fish to responding to last year’s fuel spill. A fascinating slideshow accompanied by stories and explanations about everything to do with the river.

Balfour Church Guild Harvest Coffee Party, Art and Artisan show and sale on Saturday, November 8.

Head on down to the Vallican Whole Community Centre for the autumn Locavores’ Feast on Saturday, November 8, doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Also known as the 100 Mile Potluck, this Slocan Valley tradition will wrap up with lively music from the Mental Health Club, the Slocan Valley’s favourite five-piece dance band. A licensed, all-ages event. Admission is by donation and a potluck item.

For more information go to www.VallicanWhole.com.

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.

A small fee to cover hall rental will be collected.

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.

Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter3@nelsonstar.com 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. A fun evening practice at 6 to 7:15 p.m. for anyone to open up and stretch. For all ages: teens and 19-plus. Pay what you can.

Contact Ursula at ursulatwiss@gmail.com.

The Nelson Knitting Co-op have an ongoing knitting group every Thursday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson and District Community Centre general purpose room($2 drop-in).

Top Spin Thursday is back! Savoy Lanes is hosting a weekly ping pong night every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. Drop-in fee is $5. All levels are welcome. Paddles and balls are provided. For more information, email topspinthursday@gmail.com.

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 by the Nelson and District Women’s Centre.

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. montHly mEEtings Regular general meeting of the Canadian Federation of University Women is Saturday, October 25, 10 a.m., at the banquet room of The Adventure Hotel (616 Vernon Street, Nelson). Advocacy, support, and friendship.

You may join the club at a meeting or visit their website: sites.google.com/site/ nelsoncfuw. Guest speaker Gail Hunnieset will discuss US income taxes for Canadians who spend winters in the US. The West Kootenay Family Historians Society will meet on Monday, October 27 at 6:45 p.m. in the lower level of the Castlegar library. The meeting program will focus on ways to learn more about United Empire Loyalist ancestors who came to Canada after the American Revolution. For further information, contact wkfhs@shaw.ca.

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, November 5.

Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

Activities enjoyed at the centre include bridge, crib, dominos, chess, euchre and snooker. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons.

The Nelson Chapter of the Council of Canadians will hold its monthly meeting at 10 am

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FRIDAY OCT 24 2014 7:00  8:30 Milonga Madness 8:309:30 Practica SATURDAY OCT 25 2014 10:00 11:30-Tango basics-the building blocks Argentine Tango work shop 12:302 :00 Adornos, etiquette and floorcraft secrets 2:153:45-Hooked on Tango-Ganchos and With Clarry Smits & Elizabeth Hudgins other leg crafting Heather Grant & Beth Hargreaves SUNDAY OCT 26 2014 With Guest Tango DJ “El Viejo” Workshop 11:0012:30-the 1,2,3’s of Tango Vals Argentine

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WorksHops Ellison’s Market free Saturday community workshops are from 10 a.m to 11 a.m. On October 25, Alkaline Water: Learn about the amazing health benefits of alkaline water with Steve from Riva Alkaline Water. Bring your questions and taste the difference. For more information, contact Ellison’s at 250352-3181.

AnnounCEmEnts Kutenai Art Therapy Institute welcomes families and individuals on Saturday afternoons to explore art making in a supported environment. Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. from October 25 to December 13. Drop in free or by donation. Kutenai Art Therapy Institute, 191 Baker Street, Nelson. Call 250-352-2264.

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

Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St., Nelson - a non-profit organization operating the Wellness and Education Centre. Volunteers are available Monday to Friday 1-4 p.m. to provide free prevention information and links to support services for Nelson and area individuals and families dealing with chronic disease, including information on low-cost dental services for low-income individuals and families with a net income of less than $30,000 a year. Dental applications are also available at www.healthco-op.ca and Seniors Coordinating Society, 719 Vernon St. Contact info: cfhcoop@shaw.ca.

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.

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nary quintet is renowned amongst fans of all ages for their instrumental virtuosity, lush vocal arrangements and exuberant live performances. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for students. Buy tickets online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.

This Saturday, October 25 the first ever Nelson Zombie Walk will be led by a Zombie New Orleans Funeral Jazz band from the Civic theatre. Make-up artists will be available in the lobby from noon until 2 p.m. For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

Ron Robinson’s mask work will be on display at the Big Brown House on October 25 and 26, from 11 to 4 p.m.

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For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

Ron Robinson is hosting a reception to display his work with masks on October 25 and 26, from 11 to 4 p.m. at the Big Brown House at 511 Nelson Ave. Check out the cover of this month’s issue of Vurb for pictures and a story. Twenty percent from all sales will be donated to the Nelson and District Arts Council Contact Ron at 250-352-9898.

Jeff and Lisel Forst star in Cop Shop/ Grow Op, an encore performance of the award-winning play on Saturday, October 25 at 8 p.m.

On Saturday, Italian movie Zombie plays at 9 p.m. after Dead Snow 2. The show is only $2 if purchased as a double bill. Banned as obscene in America, this remains one of the most eye-skewering, skin-ripping, gore-gushingly graphic horror hits of all time. For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

On Saturday, October 25 at 1 p.m, Touchstones Nelson is hosting a launch party for its newest online exhibit Discovered: Images of the Kootenay Outlet at the turn of the 20th Century.

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At the Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St

theatre A youth theatre production of Tom Stoppard’s The Real Inspector Hound opens tonight.

There will be two performances at 4 and 7 p.m. at Central School in Nelson. A country house weekend is the perfect setting for revenge in this humorous and quirky whodunit. Mystery buffs will enjoy sly references to Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The play will feature actors ages 14 to 19. Admittance by donation.

The Capitol Kid Series continues with The Mask Messenger by Faustwork Mask Theatre on Sunday, November 16 at 2 p.m. This family-friendly show is $12.50 when you purchase tickets for individual performances in the Kids Series, or you can buy a ticket package that includes four or more Kid Series events and get your tickets for $10 each. For details see

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The comedy follows a pot grower who falls in love with policeman who lives next door.

Based on a true story that happened in Prince George. Tickets are $15. For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca or call 250-352-6363.

The Capitol Theatre presents its 27th anniversary Christmas Panto, Bedtime Rhymes Pantomime, on December 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. and December 6 and 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students, or $45 for a family of four. Buy tickets at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.

Movies The Civic Theatre presents the latest from Studio Ghibli and winner of the Audience Award at Austin’s 2014 Fantastic Fest. The Tale of Princess Kaguya tells the story of an aging bamboo cutter who happens upon a glowing stalk with opens to reveal a tiny nymph. The show will play at 7 p.m. tonight. For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead plays at the Civic Theatre on October 25 at 7 p.m. Picking up where the first zombie film left off, this one opens with Colonel Herzog and his horde of Nazi zombies. With nods to classic horror films like Evil Dead 2, the film is B-movie fun.

Only Lovers Left Alive, Jim Jarmusch’s contemporary vampire film, plays on October 26 at 7:30 p.m. Set against the romantic desolation of Detroit and Tangier, an underground musician, deeply depressed by the direction of human activities, reunites with his resilient and enigmatic lover. Their love story has already endured several centuries at least, but their debauched idyll is soon disrupted by her wild and uncontrollable younger sister.

For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

On October 29, the Civic Theatre will present Hungarian Rhapsody: Queen Live in Budapest at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students. In July 1986, as part of the Magic tour (the last to feature Freddy Mercury) Queen played Hungary for the first time. With three years to go before the fall of the Berlin Wall, this was the largest concert ever stage in a stadium behind the Iron Curtain. For more information visit civictheatre.ca.

MusiC Juno-nominated band The Bills will play at the Capitol tonight at 8 p.m. This extraordi-

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Michael Frederick starts the evening on Friday with an open mic at The Royal on Baker, followed by another from Marty Carter of Ymir. Nelson band Lift will play this Saturday at 8 p.m. No cover charge.

Ellison’s Cafe presents Mr. Aardvark unplugged with an acoustic slide guitar. Aardvark, who is also a story teller, will walk you through a sessions of covers and originals at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 1. Gyspsy-jazz musician Red Haven is next up at 2 p.m. For more information visit Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions on Facebook.

Ron Robinson:

A Mask Anthology Oct. 25-26, 11-4pm Reception Oct. 25, 7-9 BIG BROWN HOUSE 511 Nelson Ave.

Two time Juno award-winning hip hop artist Buck 65 returns to Spiritbar on Monday, November 10 in support of his newest album Neverlove. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance at the Hume Hotel front desk or ticketweb.ca (search “Hume Hotel”). Receive a free download of Neverlove when you purchase a pair of tickets to this show.

Ontario-based indie rock band Tokyo Police Club play Spiritbar on Monday, November 17 with Said The Whale and The Pack AD. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 at the Hume Hotel front desk or ticketweb.ca (search “Hume Hotel”).

San Francisco psychedelic rock band New Riders of the Purple Sage play Nelson’s Capitol Theatre on Friday, November 21. Tickets are available now at the Capitol Theatre box office (421 Victoria Street), online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca, and by phone at 250-352 6363.

Tickets also available at Eclectic Circus.

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Oct 24th - Chrissy Murderbot w/ Stupid Beach, Ghostwhip, Yan Zombie Oct 25th - Electro Swing Club’s Dirty Gramophones Oct 30th - Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Oct 31st - Vinyl Richie Hallowe’en Spooktacular w/ Cass Rhapsody Nov 4th - The Smalls - Reunion Tour - Sold out!

Nov 8th - Pumpkin Nov 10th - Buck 65 w/ guests Nov 15th - Aphrodite - Presented by Bassbizniz Nov 17th -Tokyo Police Club, Said The Whale & The Pack A.D. Nov 20th - Elephant Man w/ Mama Sa & Selectah Meszenjah Nov 21st - The Crooked Brothers w/ James Lamb Nov 22nd - JPOD - Presented by AreaOne Events Dec 5th - Smalltown DJs w/ guests Dec 6th - Opiuo - w/ guests - Presented by AreaOne Events Dec 11th - Selkirk College Student Night Dec 12th - Stickybuds w/ guests Dec 13th - Clinton Swanson’s Happy Holidays Dance Party Dec 19th - Val Kilmer & The New Coke Dec 27th - 25 or 6 to 4 (Tribute to Chicago) Dec 31st - Soup, Wallis, and Rhapsody Happy New Year!

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The Nelson Civic Theatre Society is hosting the first ever Zombie Walk on October 25, and it’s only the highlight of a cavalcade of Halloween-themed films and events.

Tonight the Tale of Princess Kaguya, a beautifully illustrated film from Studio Ghibli, will play at 7 p.m. The film follows an aging bamboo cutter who happens upon a glowing stalk with opens to reveal a tiny nymph.

The film features stunning visuals and sweeping Japanese landscapes, which should give audiences plenty of inspiration for their Halloween costumes.

For a slightly APPROVED startling change of pace, you can follow that experience with a screening at 9:40 by Borgman, a psychological thriller about a vagrant that enters the lives of an arrogant upper class family and quickly unravels their carefully curated lifestyle, igniting a series of menacing and nightmarish events.

The film was an official selection of the 2013 Cannes Film Festival and currently has an 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The next day, the Civic will host an entire day devoted to zombies. Starting at noon, professional makeup artists will be stationed at the theatre to help people get

into their roles for the Zombie Walk.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own fake blood, mangled skin and rotted teeth. A quick Google search will give you a vast amount of information about how to zombie-fy yourself with ordinary household products such as food colouring.

Once everyone is prepared, the zombies will shuffle and moan out of the theatres and into the streets of Nelson. At 2 p.m. the parade of flesh-eaters will make its way through the downtown core, returning full circle in time for a free classic zombie film at 4 p.m.

According to organizers, “all–dead and living–are welcome to attend.”

The free movie will be followed up by a screening of Dead Snow 2 at 7 p.m.. A campy foreign B-zombie movie featuring a horde of Nazi zombies, it recently won best picture and screenplay in the Gutbuster Comedy Feature category.

The first iteration of the film was a surprise world-wide box office success, and is now considered a cult classic by die-hard zombie aficianados. The sequel sees the lone survivor of the first film battling Colonel Herzog and his horde of undead soldier underlings.

Dead Snow 2 is being offered as a double feature with Zombie, a 1979 Italian film that was considered the unofficial sequel to Dawn of the Dead. In England it was known as Zombie Flesh Eaters and was banned as

obscene.

Tickets are $5 for the show, or $2 if paired with Dead Snow 2.

The Halloween theme continues with Only Lovers Left Alive, which screens at 7:30 p.m. on October 26. Directed by Jim Jarmusch and starring Tom Hiddleston and Tilda Swinton, the film is about contemporary vampires. Set against the desolation of Detroit and Tangier, the film follows an underground musician deeply depressed by the direction of human activities, who reunites with his resilient and enigmatic lover.

The film has earned rave reviews for the indie director, who has never filmed a horror movie before. Of course he gives it a signature indie twist.

Ghostbusters fans will be pleased to find out the film is being screened on October 27 as part of its 30th anniversary. Directed

by Ivan Reitman, the film stars Bill Murray and Dan Akroyd.

For the screening, you can choose to show up as Venkman, Stanz, Spengler or maybe even Slimer. Staff hope to see people’s best Sigourney Weaver impressions, and will welcome all of those without physical bodies for free. Who wants to be the Marshmallow Man? Borgman will screen for a second time on October 30 at 7:30, leaving Halloween itself for trick or treating.

For more information and ticket prices visit civictheatre.ca.

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Hayden Whitman plays the titular character in Tom Stoppard’s The Real Inspector Hound, a one-act show by Tom Stoppard playing at Central School this weekend.

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When Paul Prappas went looking for the right youth play to stage at Central School, he was looking for an age-appropriate piece that would simultaneously challenge his players. He ultimately chose The Real Inspector Hound, an ambitious oneact show from British playwright Tom Stoppard.

“It’s basically a murder mystery with a cast of players, but it includes two theatre critics who have come here as part of the audience, and to review the show,” he said.

He said the resulting structure means audiences will be watching two plays simultaneously.

“I’m a big fan of intellectual theatre, particularly comedies that have a lot of wordplay. I knew with Stoppard I was raising the bar, I was

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really making them work,” he said.

Hayden Whitman, who stars as the titular inspector, said the character has been a blast to create.

“He’s rather crazy. He’s got no idea what’s going on at any given time. He shows up to solve crimes but it’s really funny because he has no clue what to do. It’s fun to play those surprised moments when he’s got to regain his dignity. But he never does,” he said.

“He tries to be as dignified as he can be, but in most cases it doesn’t turn out like he wanted it to.”

James Tucker, who plays one of the critics in the show, said the role was a stretch for him.

“Birdboot is all over the place. He steamrollers through situations with very little regard for what’s going on around him,” he said.

Prappas said Tucker is nothing

like his sociopathic character.

“He’d a cad. He treats women disrespectfully and he’s just not a nice guy. So to play him, that’s tough, because James is not that guy.”

Tucker agreed.

“He’s a sleazy bastard, for sure.

He’s a womanizing hypocrite, whereas I consider myself to be respectful and balanced.”

Mystery buffs will enjoy sly references to Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle embedded in the script. Tucker said it’s the humour, though, that sets the show apart.

“There’s a lot of nuance in the humour, a lot of complexity. A lot of the humour hinges on people not understanding what they’re saying.”

The show will be staged at Central School on Friday, October 24 at 7 p.m. Two performances will be held the next day at 4 p.m and 7 p.m.

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As Nelson actor Carly Brandel was getting into her role as Stephanie Adams, an MS-stricken artist living in a wheelchair, she found it difficult to draw from her own experiences.

“The way I could identify with her is she’s an artist. I could draw from my own experiences of being an artist, and I could imagine what that would feel like to be put in her situation and develop that illness,” said Brandel, who is co-starring with Richard Rowberry in A Duet of One, playing at the Capitol on Halloween at 8:00.

“I was looking for an interesting, intimate drama to do because Nelson hasn’t had a real drama on the Capitol stage for years. Comedies, musicals, lots of crossdressing, but no real drama,” said Rowberry.

“It’s a really good play. It’s about people, about important issues.

The MS thing is world-shattering in itself, but it’s also about people trying to find balance and purpose in their lives.”

Rowberry plays a psychiatrist who is treating Adams, who was a young violin virtuoso before getting sick.

“The play is partly about ideas, but it’s mostly about emotion. Its

Auditions for new opera

Carly Brandel and Richard Rowberry are the stars of A Duet of One, which is playing at the Capitol on Halloween.

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about going through your difficulty to a place where you can find stability and a new purpose in life.

She’s an artist who through her circumstances has lost so much, and it’s absolutely devastating for

her. She’s having trouble coming to terms with it,” he said.

Rowberry and Brandel had a headstart on their working relationship, as they’ve appeared in shows together before. Recently

The Amy Ferguson Institute announced recently that their production company, Nelson Community Opera (NCO), will hold auditions next month for the principal solo roles in the November 2015 world premiere of the new Canadian opera Jorinda, created

by Nelson-based composer Doug Jamieson.

Jamieson, who is also serving as the production’s

Rowberry played Brandel’s father.

“It’s interesting, actually, because for this we’re playing characters at pretty much our exact ages. I’m in my late 60s, she’s early 30s. It works well.”

musical director, explained that the auditions for the solo roles will take place on Saturday, November 22 in Nelson.

“We will only audition for the soloists at this time.

Auditions for the chorus and also for puppeteers will be held in the Spring of 2015. Since Jorinda is scored for soprano, alto, contralto and tenor roles, baritones

Rowberry said the play is emotionally wrenching at times, but there are also moments of levity and wit.

“Here’s an opportunity to see a play that’s talking about real people, real life, real difficulties.

It’s got a lot of emotional punch, but you won’t come out thinking you’re going to jump out in front of a bus. It’s life-affirming.”

Brandel said she did research to learn more about MS for the role.

“I’ve never been super close to anybody who has developed this illness. One of my friends has it, but he’s not at quite the stage my character is. Researching it and knowing what does come, nobody knows how fast it’s going to take over or how long you can live, nobody knows much. So it’s really quite up in the air,” she said.

“It is an exploration of what they personally are going through, and they may identify with parts of the show or my character, or they may not. They may have a totally different outlook,” she said.

The play opens on Halloween, runs Nov. 1 and 2, and then again from Nov. 6 to 8. Tickets are $19 for adults, $13 for students, with $3 from each ticket sale going to the MS society.

For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

and basses are not required,” Jamieson noted.

More information about Jorinda can be downloaded from the AFI website at www.amyfergusoninstitute.ca. Singers wishing to audition for Jorinda should contact musical director, Doug Jamieson, at 250- 551-2017 or by e-mail at mail@dougjam.ca by November 7 to schedule an audition time.

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West Coast folk quintet The Bills are coming through Nelson today, and promise an uplifting demonstration of their instrumental prowess as they work through road-tested tunes from their latest album Yes, please.

“The Bills really strive for beauty and joy, for pure, unbridled good times,” said lead vocalist Chris Frye, who shares the stage with Marc Atkinson, Adrian Dolan, Richard Moody and Scott White.

“These are great Canadian songs written on the West Coast, based on the West Coast.”

The Bills are part of a resurgent blue grass and folk music scene out of Vancouver Island, and they said the music community there has been vital to their success.

“There’s something about what we’re doing in Victoria that’s really special. There’s such an openness, nobody’s hung up about stylistic boundaries.

There’s cross-pollination, we’re all playing together in different configurations. If you look at the Juno nominations, Victoria’s pretty well-represented,” he said.

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Frye said though they’ll play familiar tunes from their albums, audiences shouldn’t expect a noteby-note version of their favourite songs.

“We’ve got some more exciting live elements, live arrangements of the music that bust it open a

little bit, and let us show off,” he said.

Yes, please includes 12 original compositions described by the band as “a medley of gypsy-jazz ballads”. Their sound is influenced

by Chopin, Stan Rogers and Django Reinhardt.

Since forming in 1996, the band has toured worldwide. In 2006 they were voted Western Canadian Entertainer of the Year, edging out the likes of nominees Michael Buble and Jann Arden.

For more information visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

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The popular Café Langham – Inspired Ideas Speaker Series has two more talks before the end of the 2014 season with Day of the Dead with Maggie Tchir on November 1 and Off the Edge of the Map with John Pollack on November 27.

Join Tchir, an art and cultural historian, artist, educator, world traveler, and current executive director of the Langham Cultural Society, for an engaging view on death and mourning practices worldwide on November 1 at 7 p.m.

She will highlight the celebrated Day of the Dead in Mexico. Other topics will include early Meso-American practices from the Andes, Tibetan and American Aboriginal belief systems, and the Victorian fashion of wearing commemorative hair jewelry, known as

memento mori.

Tchir will also examine some of the alternative mourning practices today and reach back to antiquity for examples of fascinating examples of early human practices.

Her field studies in world textiles in aboriginal societies in Meso-America, the American Southwest, Peru, India and Nepal, Tibet and China, and old Europe, have all fuelled her passion over the past 40 years to explore relationships to each other and the ways we, as humans, honour life and death around the world and throughout time.

There is a donation at the door and youth are free with a fine line of baked goods.

Beginning May 2015 the series will begin anew with a new This photo shows a Peruvian mummy and was taken by Maggie Tchir, who Maggie Tchir photo will be speaking on November 1 at Cafe Langham. slate of speakers and topics.

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Instructions:

8 oz cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed and halved if large 4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium onion, chopped 1/3 c all-purpose flour 2 sprigs fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 1 1/2 pds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 8) salt and black pepper 1 sheet puff pastry (half a 17.3-ounce package), thawed 1 c frozen peas 1 c frozen green beans 1/3 c heavy cream

In a 4-6 quart slow cooker, mix together the mushrooms, carrots, onion, flour, thyme, bay leaf, and ½ cup water. Place the chicken on top; season with 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.

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Kevin Armstrong (left), seen here performing in the play Rent which was presented in Nelson in March, is taking the show on the road. The production will play in four different Kootenay communities.

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A Nelson theatre troupe will hit the road with their production of Rent next month, bringing it to Creston, Cranbrook, Invermere and Golden.

Director Kevin Armstrong said its a production he’s been hoping to stage for years, and now he’s finally getting the chance.

“I was just blown away from the first song,” said the Nelson native. “I’d never seen another show like it. Broadway is usually glitz and glamour, not dust and dirt.”

Armstrong pulls double duty in the production, also playing character Tom Collins, a philosophy professor with AIDS. “I don’t make my job easy for myself doing that. On the other hand, it’s artistically satisfying because I’m involved in the production on two totally different levels.”

Based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera La bohème, Rent follows the lives of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York City’s Lower East Side, under the shadow of poverty, homophobia, addiction, gentrification and the deadly threat of AIDS. Although the show tackles some heavy subject matter, the play also features moments of levity.

One is the song Santa Fe, in which the characters dream about starting a new life.

“They’re not going to expect what we’re going to offer them, which is a show with a lot of energy, exuberance, youth and volume.”

Kevin Armstrong “Let’s open up a restaurant in Santa Fe. Oh, sunny Santa Fe would be nice,” they sing.

The show features a wide range of musical styles, including rock and roll, tango, R&B and pop.

“They’re not going to expect what we’re going to offer them, which is a show with a lot of energy, exuberance, youth and volume,” said Armstrong.

The shows will be touring through the Kootenays from November 13 to 16.

The troupe presented a version of Rent in Nelson in March.

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Dr. Jim Wiedrick with his wife Teresa and children Hannah (13), Madelyn (11), Rachel (9), Zachary (5) Wiedrick have travelled to Ghana as part of a world medical mission with Samaritan’s Purse.

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Doctor helps medical centre Tamara Hynd Nelson Star

A Nelson family has packed up and gone on a month long journey to Ghana, Africa as part of Samaritan’s Purse Canada’s world medical mission.

Dr. Jim Wiedrick has his wife, Teresa, and their four children by his side as he volunteers at a baptist medical centre for three weeks.

Wiedrick, who studied family medicine and is now a GP anaesthetist, is relieving the long term physicians at the mission hospital which is the medical centre for the area. They provide a clinic three days per week and two days are surgical.

Wiedrick expects to see Third World troubles. He took part in another medical volunteer mission, in north-western Kenya, in 2012.

“My impression from other stories is that many of the troubles are the same, other than snake bites,” he said.

“Patients also take longer, than in Canada, to come in for help as they wait, hoping the problem or illness will resolve itself.”

That delay can cause a “higher degree of significance as the problem has been brewing for a while.”

That includes maternity care for expectant mothers.

“If their delivery is not proceeding at home with a local midwife or experienced female in the community, women will eventually come to the hospital after a significant amount of time has passed and an emergency c-section is needed.

“Here in maternity care pregnant women get tested for group B strep and can receive antibiotics during labour which prevents sepsis (blood infection) in newborns.

Wiedrick explained that some parents often bring in a newborn child that looks septic and near death.

“In six weeks, I saw a dozen kids

who would have died or did die.

This is extremely rare in Canada.”

Other maladies include poisonous snake bites which patients need anti-venom, malaria, HIV and tuberculosis to treat.

There are trauma injuries as well.

“There is less focus on basic safety there, so you’ll see four people on one motorcycle so what would be one broken leg is now four people with broken legs when there is an accident.”

Wiedrick brought basic medical supplies, like gloves, sutures, and foley catheters.

“In Kenya, there were not enough gloves to change every time, so they disinfect rather than dispose,” which possess its own risks.

But why does he volunteer abroad with the family?

“It’s a great experience. It’s an adventure, a way of giving back, and take over medical supplies, and fill in for the three to four long term doctors for respite or a vacation.”

His wife Teresa is a writer and home educator who will use the blog, followthewiedricks.wordpress.com to share their journey as she did for their 2012 trip.

“She is really intrigued by all the human interest stories and the kids are interested in the kids in the pediatric ward.”

There is an orphanage nearby that they will visit which he said is a good lesson in compassion for his children. His kids also get to know some of the patients who were just waiting to be released.

In Kenya, some patients have to spend extra time in the hospital, not because of illness, but because their family needs time to settle the medical bills.

“Everyone is treated but must pay before they leave. In the local culture it loans for accountability and keeps the family structure, so

who was I to criticize.”

In Kenya it was an opportunity for his kids to come to work with him which is not possible in Canada due to privacy laws.

“They get to see what [the doctors] do and that makes them feel they are a part of it; it opens their eyes.”

The family will stay in a compound where administrators and physicians live in small modest houses that are “adequate with the basics.”

Treating the water will be an everyday chore as it was in Kenya.

Wiedrick explained water treatment is a three part process: boil, filter and fill plastic bottles with the water, then put them up on the roof top for the day so the ultra violet rays of sun kills the protozoa and bacteria (cholera).

“The kids know that they don’t fool around when we say ‘wash your hands please’. They are old enough now and they are just as motivated as we are. You can’t prevent everything all the time.”

There are many reasons that draw Jim and his family to join the group of medical volunteers overseas.

“For me, it’s the interaction with people who have medical experience that I won’t have even touched and the physicians who have that experience. You’re hands on for people all the time, rather than sitting in the office trying to figure out what’s wrong, doing something for sick people.

They are sick for reasons that are profound. Sometimes it’s heartbreaking. With sad outcomes, you think if only they had access sooner to this help. But for every unfortunate story, there are three or four good ones.”

And he sees a lot of need.

“You can make a real impact. I’m blessed to make a good living here and its a good way to give back.”

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Gaining work experience Tamara Hynd Nelson Star

Thumbs Up is a program for L.V. Rogers’ disabled students looking for an opportunity to gain volunteer work experience with local businesses.

As few as two or as many as six students with special needs from 15 to 19 years old are involved with this work experience placement.

A placement is typically a semester long and gains the student a class credit along with learned skills.

LVR education assistant Peggy Jones has been working with the program for five years.

“The local high school places special needs teens in a setting where they can learn work and social skills for meeting the public.

They are always accompanied by a job coach who makes sure that the work placement is a success.”

She said their students with special needs have either a mental or physical disability or both. She explained that some are born that way, have had an accident or are cancer recovery patients.

Students have done a variety of jobs including greeter, clean up, stocking shelves, bagging groceries, collecting carts, boxing returns, janitorial, window washing, paper delivery, and pet care.

One student, Shilo Lennox, 18, has been in the program for three years and now has an impressive array of work experience from past placements such as dog walking and pet care with All Play Pet Care, and cleaning tables and greeting customers at Edo Japan restaurant.

“Seniors meeting there for coffee really loved him as he’s so sweet,” said Jones.

Fine motor skills are a challenge for Lennox. Before he began his

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Shilo Lennox is a busy man having worked in several local businesses, thanks to L.V. Rogers Secondary’s Thumbs Up program. work experience bundling hangers for two years at clothing retailer Suzanne’s, it took three months of practice at school to be able to double the elastic over the hanger.

Jones said that once he learned that, he now has a paper route, which he essentially can do on his own.

“He needs to roll his papers which he can do now, and he knows his route etc.” Jones accompanies him for safety reasons but “I just say good job, way to go.”

He also goes to a El Taco Restaurant on Baker Street every morning to wipe the tables, and place salt and pepper on tables so it’s ready for opening. To top it off he will start walking dogs at Waggs Kennel soon.

“He always has a smile, he is such a sweet person,” said Jones.

“He’s a busy guy and loves working.”

Jones expressed her gratitude and thanks more than 20 local businesses that have participated in this mentor style program which has been running for more than 12 years.

“By opening up your businesses and your hearts, you have changed the lives of many of these students.”

“When they find the right fit for them in the job market, it is amazing to witness the change and the joy that they receive, feelings of independence and self esteem soar.”

Grade 12 also has a work experience program.

If you have a job that you think is suitable for either program, please call LVR at 250-354-5411.

Restorative Justice Society donates films Kootenay Restorative Justice Society (KRJS) is donating 10 films to the Nelson Public Library. The videos were created by Heartspeak Productions, an award winning Kaslo-based company dedicated to making documentaries that stimulate discussion and promote understanding of the underlying values, principles and practices of restorative justice.

The videos were made in collaboration with Simon Fraser University, Justice Institute of B.C., E Division of the RCMP, Correctional Service of Canada, Law Foundation of BC, and many individuals and community organizations. The films document many of the major events and discussions around restorative justice that have taken place in the province over the last 14 years and are often used as resources for criminology and law courses, professional development and community engagement.

The film titles are: A Healing River, Restorative Justice is the LAW, Ting Forum on Restorative Justice, Restorative Practice in The Classroom, Gladue Community Justice Forum, A Blueprint for Emotion – Why Relationships Matter with Dr. Vick Kelly, The Reena Virk Story, Trauma and the Effects of Victimization – with Dr. Joe Solanto and Talking Justice and Brain Development and Addiction with

Dr. Gabor Maté.

The DVDs will be available by late November at the Nelson Public Library.

This year Kootenay Restorative Justice Society is holding it’s Annual General Meeting on November 20 during National Restorative Justice Week. The meeting will be held at the Nelson Chamber of Commerce at #225 Hall Street in Nelson from 6 to 9 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

Guests include Larry Moore and Cathie Douglas from Heartspeak Productions who will be facilitating a dialogue around their recent production Restorative Justice Is The LAW. Supported by findings from neurobiology, criminology and Constitutional and international law, Restorative Justice Is The LAW is Heartspeak Productions’ most challenging undertaking to date. The film illustrates that there are obligations and opportunities to respond restoratively at every level of the justice system and that the public interest is served when processes meet human rights obligations and satisfy sentencing objectives set out in the criminal code.

For more information you can look online at krjustice.com and www.heartspeakproductions. ca, www.youtube.com/heartspeak.

This low-maintenance perennial is one of the showiest ferns for shade gardens.

Japanese painted fern performs best in well-drained moist soil with added organic compost or peat moss. It grows 18 inches tall and as it multiplies can make a clump more the two feet wide. This fern produces 12-to-18 inch fronds that are a soft shade of metallic silvergrey with hints of red and blue and makes an outstanding combination plant for adding colour, texture, and habit to

landscape beds and containers.

The magnificent texture and colour of the fronds electrify shady areas of the garden and make the fern a wonderful companion for a variety of shade plants. Japanese painted fern provides a nice contrast to other shade-loving perennials such as hosta, bleeding heart, columbine, astilbe and coral bells. No Kootenay garden should be with-out this superb plant which won the 2004 Perennial Plant of the Year Award!

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Curling Centre hosts family fun day Nelson Curling Centre hosted an Open House and Family Fun Day on Saturday, inviting the public to try out the sport and/or sign up for a curling program or league.

Instructors were on hand to teach first-time curlers

basic techniques out on the ice and get them ready to start a game.

The Curling Centre will also be offering a six-week Learn to Curl program, beginning Monday, October 27. To learn more see nelsoncurling.com.

The Nelson Curling Centre hosted a family Fun Day/ Open house on Saturday to introduce the sport to newcomers.

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Bombers cruise into the West Kootenay final Tamara Hynd Nelson Star

L.V. Rogers girls field hockey team won three games and tied one last week as they geared up for the West Kootenay final on Thursday, October 23.

LVR won 4-0 against Castlegar’s Stanley Humphries on Friday, October 17, with two goals by Jena Wheeldon (assists went to Allie Zondervan and Hailee Gerun), a goal by Zondervan (assist to Svenja Rennecke) and another by Lauren Walgren (assist to Hanna Quinn).

The team then won their match against Oliver, 2-0, with goals by Quinn and Julia Burkart (from Quinn).

Coach Val Gibson pointed out that both Quinn and Burkart are Grade 9s playing in a Senior Grade 11/12 league.

LVR’s winning steak continued as they defeated Westbank’s Mt.

Boucherie, 1-0, on Saturday. Abbie Bourchier-Willans scored the goal on a corner penalty with an assist from Hailee Gerun.

“Abbie ran the team and showed patient leadership and skill,” said Gibson.

As for goal keeper Jena Wheeldon, Gibson said, “She is getting better every game and though she prefers to play as an attacker, she has the skill set to be a talented goalkeeper as well.”

The team’s second game that day ended in a 1-1 tie with Trail’s JL Crowe. Quinn scored the sole goal for LVR with an assist from Sydney Ednie and Tara Yowek.

Gerun was the player of the game for “playing with heart, skill and poise after spending the morning fitness testing with the Whitecaps High Performance Soccer Programme, in Nelson,” said Gibson.

“This game was played without

the benefit of four of the Bombers main starting line up and birthday girl and co captain Lauren Walgren stepped it up a notch to make and up for missing players.”

Gibson also said Kyra Burkart elevated her leadership in the defensive game to fill the shoes of Emma Gregorich.

The girls are gearing up for the West Kootenay final on Thursday (yesterday) at Pass Creek Park.

A win equals a straight road to the Provincials, in Oliver, on November 6-8.

A loss would result in the local girls having to earn their way into the BC championships through the back door via a wild card game, on Tuesday, October 28, in Kelowna versus the #2 Fraser Valley team.

A loss at the wild card game means the end of the season for L.V. Rogers girls field hockey team won three games and tied one last week as they the girls. geared up for the West Kootenay final held yesterday.

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Howie Ridge (silver), John Kazakoff (gold) and Dick Schultz (bronze) have received their medals from the 2014 BC Senior Games. The three golfers, all members of Nelson’s Granite Pointe Golf Club, received the medals in the mail after their strong performance at the games.

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In Peter 4:12 it says in reference to Jesus “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” It seems that at every corner Christians are being asked to “turn down” our talk and discussion regarding Jesus. There is the idea that all faiths and religions are equal. They all lead to the same god. Note I have spelled god with a small ‘g’. Because the god the world wants me to accept is not the God, capital ‘G’, of the Bible.

The god the world wants us to accept is more of an idea than a Person. It is commonality of religion devoid of relationship, sacrifice, exclusivity and love. It is devoid of Jesus the saviour Nelson Christian Science Society of the world and mankind. We are being asked to change the truth of the Gospel for a brand of truth that is based upon subjective interA Branch of the Mother Church in Boston MA pretation and absent of foundational absolutes. What we end up with Sunday Service in Balfour is a brand of inclusive religion that attempts to please every faith and 9:30 am at the Anglican Church on Busk Rd. religion on the planet. Given the nature of mankind and the nature For information 250-229-5237 of God this will not work.

Jesus said in John 14:6 “I am the Come Help Change The World way and the truth Nelson Seventh-Day Gathering on: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and the life. No Adventist Church 3308 Silver King Rd. 250-352-5007 one comes to the Rides OUR MISSION Father except Sabbath (Saturday) Services available! through me.” This We are committed to living in biblical Covenant, Please 10 am Bible study/discussion join where we lay down our lives for one another sounds pretty 11 am Worship Service us at encouraging each person and family practically exclusive to me.

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Road inclusivity in the “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heauy laden, H.O.P.E. Church Pastoral couple Jeff & Marilyn Zak Gospel story. One and I vill giue you rest” Matthew 11:28 www.hopenelson.ca of the most wellwww.nelsonadventist.ca Pastor Leo 250-687-1777 known passages in the Bible says in John 3:16-18 “For God so loved the THIS WEEK JOIN US FOR OUR CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE world that he gave MONTHLY VINE EVENT 813 Ward Street 352-7131 his one and only WATCHING - HOLY GHOST MOVIE Son, that whoever SUNDAY, OCT 26 @ 7PM 2416 PERRIER LANE Sunday Mass Times: believes in him NO MORNING GATHERING • Saturday 7:00pm shall not perish • Sunday 8:30 am Displaced rhythms? but have eternal and 10:30 am Come experience ours! life. For God did Beautify • Listen • Eat • Study • Send not send his Son www.nelsonvineyard.com Parish office open Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am - noon into the world rccathedral@shaw.ca • www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca Look for us on Facebook to condemn the world, but to save the world through Anglican Church of Canada him. Whoever St. Saviour's Pro Cathedral believes in him is Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist not condemned, Children’s Sunday School but whoever does Sunday Service 10:30 a.m Annual Tea on Sat. Nov. 1 not believe stands Coffee Party 10-11:30 am $5 condemned alHigh Tea 2-3:30 pm $6 Topic: “Free Energy Continued” Heavenly Bake Table ready because they St. Michael & All Angels have not believed 717 Vernon St. Busk Road, Balfour in the name of Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.

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Selkirk celebrates victory

Banner raised

A boisterous home crowd and pre-game banner raising ceremony fueled the Selkirk College Saints to a convincing 5-1 victory over the Eastern Washington University Eagles on Friday night at the Castlegar Community Recreation Complex.

Returning to the comforts of home ice after a rough regular season start that saw the Saints drop all three games on the road, the two-time defending BC Intercollegiate Hockey League (BCIHL) champions got back on track.

With a crowd of more than 500 in attendance, the Saints raised the 2013-14 BCIHL banner to the rafters of the complex and then went to work at showing why they are a threat for a three-peat.

“We had our best practices of the year in this last week, just going back to the basics and working hard,” said veteran defenceman Arie Postmus after the game.

“Our first three games of the season were unacceptable and we lost our identity a bit, but I thought tonight with the ceremony at the start it helped show all the guys what we are here for and it got us going for the whole night.”

Looking nothing like a team that entered the game in last place in the BCIHL standings, the Saints came out flying. Just over three minutes into the opening period, hulking forward Jackson Garrett pounced on a rebound and put it past EWU starter Austin Brihn.

The Saints went onto dominate the first 20 minutes, but could only solve Brihn once.

Four minutes into the second period, Saints captain Logan Proulx finished a nice passing play with linemate Darnell Dyck to give the home side a 2-0 advantage. Selkirk once again dominated the middle frame, but Brihn was solid in turning 15 away shots.

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The Selkirk College Saints raised the championship banner last week.

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In Memoriam Memorial Service for Joan Swintuch Sept 17, 1932 - July 21, 2014 Friends of Joan Swintuch are invited to come for tea and share memories at the Balfour Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall on October 25, 2014 at 2:00 pm

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Coming Events The World we want: This is What Sustainability Looks Like CLIMATE CHANGE AND COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS FORUM November 8th 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Brilliant Cultural Centre Castlegar Keynote speakers, Workshops Kootenay Premier Film Massive Choir, Displays Panels, Vegetarian Potluck Adults $20 Students $10 To join the choir, register or volunteer contact: nadia@netidea.com 250-825-4517 or sandra@netidea.com 250-352-9871

Information Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, FMC has moved his practice to 385 Baker St. and is accepting new patients.

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators. Meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-780-7235051.

Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager.Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package.Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to: Hilltop Subaru.

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In Memoriam

Peter Kinakin

September 4, 1932 - October 26, 2013 We thought of you with love today.

But that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday.

And days before that too.

We think of you in silence.

We often speak your name.

Now all we have is memories.

And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake.

With which weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never part.

God has you in his keeping.

We have you in our heart.

Sadly missed by the From, Tarasoff, Kinakin and Essery families

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Robin Lee Nystrom 1942 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 16, 2014

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Found: Paddle, mid July.

Slocan Park Bridge.

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Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses 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/Nelson 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.

Please send your resume & cover letter to: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax: 1-866-686-7435

Robin passed away peacefully at home with his wife Bonnie beside him. While battling cancer he was determined to keep on going.

He was born in Edmonton and raised by his Granny in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. He was a builder ever since he was 5 years old always building and creating something from nothing. He married and had 2 children Rob and Shelly.

They lived in Grand Prairie till the early 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s then moved on to Kelowna in 1976 to raise their family and kept on building.

Robin moved on then and came to Nelson in the 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where he built many beautiful homes and met some good friends.

He met his buddy Bonnie they married in 2006. Robin was well known at A&W where he looked forward every morning to have coffee with the guys. Robins passion was his cars and always thinking of what he could make or fix. He will be sadly missed but not forgotten by his children Rob Jr (Brenda) Nelson, Shelly (Gerod) Kelowna, 6 grandchildren Jenna, Judi, Jill of Kelowna. Erik, Kate, Kari of Nelson.

Stepson Brad (Tiffany) of Calgary. Stepdaughter Kym and Step granddaughter Tika of Nelson, and his best buddy Bonnie of 20 years. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll remember Robin for his creativity and nothing stopped him from trying. â&#x20AC;&#x153;thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a wayâ&#x20AC;? he would say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just let me think about it firstâ&#x20AC;?

We would like to thank Dr McKay and staff and Dr Malpass.

The homecare staff, your beautiful people we are so blessed to have people like you. Robin requested no funeral services just remember who he was.

Robert Ilario Fogal Robert Ilario Fogal passed away at the age of 51 on October 20th in the city of Castlegar, British Columbia surrounded by family, friends, and the Selkirk Mountains he came to love.

Rob was born in Windsor Ontario to Silvio and Pierina Fogal on August 11th, 1963. He spent his childhood amongst a loving extended family and many good friends, and went to the University of Windsor and the University of Waterloo, where he graduated with an MA in Environmental Science and met his wife Deborah McFarlane, in 1991.

As a young geologist in his 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, he worked for a number of ďŹ rms in Northern Ontario and the Northwest Territories, where he would regale his family with tales of life in the bush. More recently, Robâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional life saw him as an Environmental Consultant/Geoscientist with TRI Resources and SNC Lavalin and most recently as an Environmental Specialist at Teck Resources.

Before moving to the Kootenays, Rob worked a number of years with General Motors in Michigan. Rob was known for his dedication to his family, his love of cooking for family and friends, woodworking as well as travel, and for his deep attachment to and knowledge of the natural world around him. Rob was an avid athlete and outdoors man, spending winters skiing Red Mountain with his family, as well as running local roads in preparation for his next marathon.

Rob was involved in a number of community activities, including Castlegar Search and Rescue, the Kootenay Association for Science and Technology, as well as being a loyal member of Kinnaird Park Community Church.

He spent a decade as a dedicated coach volunteer for Castlegar Minor Soccer and the Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association, where he had the joy of coaching his own sons and many aspiring soccer players who beneďŹ ted from his expertise and enthusiasm.

Rob is survived by his wife Deborah (McFarlane), sons Josh and Ben, parents Silvio and Pierina, sister Joanne (Mike) and brothers Roger (Georgina) and Gary (Lek), sisters-in-law Dawne (Tim), Jane (Tim), AJ (deceased) and Margot, mother-in-law Jan (Paul - deceased) and father-in-law Allan (Karen), as well as many uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces.

A Celebration of Life service for Rob will be held at Kinnaird Park Community Church; 1250 26th Street, Castlegar at 10am, on Thursday, October 23rd, with Pastor Rob Scott oďŹ&#x192;ciating. Burial will follow at Park Memorial Cemetery.

The Fogal family wishes to extend sincere thanks to all those who provided excellent care to Rob over this past year including the skilled surgeons at the Vancouver General Hospital, staďŹ&#x20AC; at the Oncology department at the Trail Regional Hospital, Dr. Ellen Smart, Dr. David Laroque the home care support nurses including Candice, Anita, Rihanna, Cathy and Dorothy, home care support workers who helped with Robâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s palliative care as well as the many friends and family who came to visit, and loved ones from afar who called to share a happy memory during his last weeks.

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Come Join our Team We have exciting and rewarding opportunities for Health Care Aides & RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at Mountain Lake in Nelson wanting to join our rapidly growing health care company.

For more information, please visit www.advocarehealth.com Contact Catherine.semenick@advocarehealth.com to apply

Career Opportunity The Grand Forks Gazette and Boundary Creek Times in the beautiful Boundary region of B.C. have an immediate opening for the position of Publisher.

These two community papers are published weekly and have an extensive distribution network throughout the Boundary region. Both papers are the No. 1 news source in the Boundary and have been committed to serving its communities with in-depth local news, sports, entertainment, events and happenings for many years.

This is a management and sales position. We are looking for a community-minded and communityactive individual who is a self-starter and can lead our team both in print and digital platforms. Ideally, you should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales and marketing. As publisher, you will be instrumental in developing a multi platform strategy for the newspaper and its online initiatives, as it continues to serve a rapidly expanding and diverse marketplace.

If you are a critical thinker, customer driven and possess strong entrepreneurial skills, Black Press wants to hear from you. Both papers are part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private, independent newspaper company, with over 150 community, daily and urban newspapers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Please send your resume, with cover letter to Chuck Bennett, at chuckbennett@blackpress.ca.

Nelson Star Friday, October 24, 2014

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St. Joseph School, Nelson invites applications for the following position:

1 Full Time CEA, (training in Autism and/or FASD is preferred.)

Application deadline is until position is filled.

Please view the diocesan school website: www.cisnd.ca for posting details, and application documents. For more information please contact Marlene Suter, 250-352-3041.

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3aciĂ&#x20AC;c ,nsiJht (Oectronics 3, is a worldclass designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic solutions for the automotive, specialty and commercial vehicle sectors. PI is currently recruiting for the following positions at our Nelson, BC operation: 3roGuction Associate ² x x S07 ShiIt ² avaiOabOe positions 4uote 5eIerence The Production Associate SMT Shift position is responsible for the quality assembly of electronic products that PaciĂ&#x20AC;c Insight sells to its customers.

This position speciĂ&#x20AC;cally must be available to worN a 4 on, 4 off shift rotation with 12 hour shifts rotating between days and evenings. The primary function of this position will include training on Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machinery processes and AOI machinery processes.

Retail Salesperson Needed (For Busy Building Supply) We are seeking an individual to fill a full-time position on our sales floor. Are you interested in providing great customer service, working in a daily changing industry, learning something new every day you go to work, if so please apply. Experience with computerized POS system and knowledge of building materials an asset but not mandatory. Please forward resumes to: skip@maglio.ca TRAIL DENTAL office requires: Registered Dental Hygienist, part-time position and Certified Dental Assistant for one day per week. Apply to ivis50@outlook.com Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Electrician. $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-5494416 or email: aslan@aslanservices.ca

Retail STUDENT Alert! Retail Associate - Play It Again Kids. To work Saturdays plus a few hours during weekdays. Visit playitagainkids.ca for details.

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JOB POSTING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY LIVING PROGRAM MANAGER Job Share Position to December 31, 2014 Full time permanent position January 1, 2015 The Services for Community Living Residential Program Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and management of the residential and supported employment program. The incumbent will have experience working from a client-centred perspective, managing in a unionized work setting, and have a working knowledge of the Community Living sector.

The SCL Manager is an integral member of the NCARES senior management team and reports to the Executive Director.

QualiďŹ cations, skills, and abilities: â&#x20AC;˘ Undergraduate degree in human services or related ďŹ eld plus minimum of 3-5 years management/supervisory experience in a non-proďŹ t setting, or equivalent education and experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in disability services and/or health care sector. â&#x20AC;˘ Working knowledge of the Interior Health Authority license facility requirements.

Start Date: Hours: Hours: Remuneration: Application Deadline:

â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrated skill in labour relations and human resources management. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with best practices, legislation, and government policy in the sector. â&#x20AC;˘ Supportive and collaborative management style. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent critical analysis skills; proďŹ ciency with computer and various software programs.

November 15, 2014 Job Share: 20 hrs per week (to December 31, 2014) Full Time: 34 hours per week (January 1, 2015) $24.95 to $29.30/hour plus comprehensive beneďŹ t package October 29, 2014

Please forward application letter and updated resume to: Jenny Robinson, Executive Director 521 Vernon Street, Nelson BC V1L 4E9, Nelson CARES Society Phone: 250-352-6011, ext 13 Email: jrobinson@nelsoncares.ca. Nelson CARES Society is an equal opportunity employer.

All internal applicants will be contacted as to the status of their applications.

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Household Services

A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

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

Misc Services Got a job nobody else will do! GIVE US A CALL! No Job to small, refs avail Dump runs etc Call Anytime !Senior Discount!

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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

Garage Sales INDOOR Moving Sale, 4060 Kays Rd, Sat Oct 25th 9 am Furniture, vintage stuff (incl. windows frames), & more Yard Sale!!

2839 Lower 6 Mile Rd. little bit of everything New Stuff Added!!

Sat & Sun Oct 25 & 26 8 - 4

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Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator.

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Misc. for Sale 2 used good Blizzaks 205/60-16 $40 250 505-9175 Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014

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Set of 4 Tires Goodyear Nordic 205/65-15 winters on aluminum 4 bolt rims $400 250 505-9175

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Apt/Condo for Rent Castlegar close to DT Newly reno, 2 bdrm apt F/S, N/P, $1000/Mth + utilities Call 250-365-6875/304-2267

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

Musical Instruments

Homes for Rent 3 Bd, 2Bth Lovely 2000SqFt Custom House. N/S Ymir.

Ref’s req $1400 /mo Inc elec.

604 989-0258 3 br, 2 bath house in Nelson Hospital area. $1500/m incl electricity & gas, shared laundry, new carpet & appliances, storage shed, large deck w/view, off street parking. N/S, 1 year lease avail immediately.

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SALMO Commercial Residential : 3000 sq’ Hall,Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceilings, 1 full & 2 half bath 1.15 ac gravity feed water system $160,000 250 357-9376

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Big, bright, beautiful 3Bd suite on quiet nature setting in a great community. Lrg acreage, spectacular views beside an off-grid organic garden. Beasley. W/D, NS, ND + Util. $965 Call 359 - 6669

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Bright, classy & clean, 2Bd suite on Sunny-View Acreage.

Near off-grid, Cedar ceilings, acid-etch concrete floor.

Fireplace with exquisite views from 24’ sundeck. Beasley.

W/D, Ns, ND + Util. $885 Call 359 - 6669 Cute, cosy & clean 2Bd suite on quiet spacious acreage.

Organic Gardens, great view.

Beasley. W/D, NS, ND + Util. $735 Call 359 - 6669

Cascade Cove RV Park will have some fully serviced sites available for permanent yearly rental. For info please ph.250447-9510 or 250-666-0186.

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Career Opportunity Advertising Sales Representative Grand Forks Gazette The Grand Forks Gazette has an opening for a full-time Advertising Sales Representative. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic and fun, but results-oriented team, and will be able to meet and exceed sales targets by deepening relationships with existing clients, while at the same time developing new business for the newspaper. The ability to work independently in an extremely fast paced environment while adhering to deadlines is a must. Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators, and be willing to learn and adapt in an ever-changing business environment. The successful candidate will also be an active member of the community and be willing to get behind community initiatives and events with a positive and helpful attitude. A vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required.

We offer a great working environment with a better than average compensation plan, along with a strong benefit package. Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

Please submit your resume with a cover letter to Chuck Bennett at chuckbennett@blackpress.ca.

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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

Brewster New York Upright Piano w/ bench.Lovely sound dark wood $650 250.359.7861

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Please take notice that on November 1, 2014 and there after, the contents of the following storages units or lockers at West Kootenay Self Storage Ltd. 2820 Osachoff Rd 250-359-5085, will be sold at auction or otherwise disposed of to cover outstanding costs of storage and all fees.

Unit # 146 in the name(s) of

JAMES BROWN & TASHA SMITH Nelson, BC

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Application #: NELSON HYDRO ROW PMP 2014 Applicant: Nelson Hydro, 80 Lakeside Drive, Nelson BC V1L 6B9 Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 3C1 Tel/Fax: (250) 492-6193 e-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage problem vegetation and noxious weeds on right-of-way transmission corridors, distribution networks, and their access roads within the Nelson Hydro service area. The PMP applies to areas located within the Central Kootenay Regional District.

The PMP applies to areas located within the vicinity of the communities of Nelson, Blewett, Taghum, North Shore, Harrop, Procter, Balfour and Queen’s Bay. The pest management methods proposed for use include manual, mechanical, cultural, and biological control, and the use of herbicides within the area to which the PMP applies. The common name and examples of the trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: dicamba (Vanquish), glyphosate (Vantage Plus Max), and triclopyr (Garlon XRT). Selective application methods include: wick/wipe-on, injection, squirt bottle, cut surface, and foliar applications using backpack or handgun (power hose and nozzle).

The proposed duration of the PMP is from January 15, 2015 to January 15, 2020.

A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail at: Nelson Hydro, 80 Lakeside Drive, Nelson BC V1L 6B9, by contacting the Agent listed above, or online at http://www.nelson.ca/EN/main/services/electrical-services/vegetation-management.html A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant (c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above), within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

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The Corporation of the Village of Salmo

Unit # 429 in the name(s) of

BRIAN MAJOR Procter, BC

NOTICE OF EXCLUSION APPLICATION REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I Laara Banner of 117 Niven Drive, Yellowknife, NWT and I Neall Banner of 506 – 53 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve a 1.02 hectare portion of the following property, which is legally described as, Lot A, DL 1489, KD, Plan NEP2027 Except Plans R90 and NEP798653.and located at 15077 Highway 3A Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to, The Regional District of Central Kootenay, Box 590 202 Lakeside Dr, Nelson, BC, V1L 5R4.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Salmo that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Mayor, and four (4) Councillors, for a four-year term commencing December 2014 and terminating after the general election in 2018, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: Mayor – One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Residential Address

HUSER MCLEAN WHITE

Henry Dennis Stephen

702 Hwy 6, Salmo, BC 8625 Hwy 6N, Salmo, BC 704 Davies Ave, Salmo, BC

Councillor – Four (4) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Residential Address

ANDERSON DANFORTH DIMOCK HANSON HAUGHTON HEATLIE ISAACS LOCKWOOD MULLALY PATON RICHENS VLIET

Ken Dan Steve Merle Janine Jonathon Daniel Diana Jim Cathy Curtis Bob

6190 Hwy 3, Salmo, BC 705 7th Street, Salmo, BC 623 Cady Road, Salmo, BC 737 Railway Avenue, Salmo, BC 526 Baker Avenue, Salmo, BC 714 Aspen Street, Salmo, BC 521 Cady Road, Salmo, BC #4 Royal Oak Drive, Salmo, BC 343 Rosebud Lake Road, Nelway, BC 905 8th Street, Salmo, BC 518 Davies Avenue, Salmo, BC 708 Cottonwood Ave, Salmo, BC

GENERAL VOTING DAY: will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Salmo on Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre, 206-7th Street, Salmo, B.C. ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITY: Advance voting will be Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Village of Salmo Office, 423 Davies Avenue, Salmo, BC Eligible Electors: The Village of Salmo utilizes the provincial voters list. If you are not on the registered list of electors and if you qualify, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • Be 18 years of age or older on General Voting day • Be Canadian citizen • Be a resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • Be a resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Salmo for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • Not be otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce a non-resident property elector certificate or Evidence of Ownership for the real property and a Written Consent of a majority of the other property owners (if any), as well as 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity.

Non-resident property elector certificates can be obtained from the Chief Election Officer at the Village of Salmo office during regular office hours prior to 4:30 pm on Friday, November 14, 2014.

Pursuant to the Local Government Act, no corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote.

For any further information please visit the Elections BC website at: www.elections.bc.ca Kandy Schroder, Chief Election Officer

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Credit union collects food, donations Kim Charlesworth, coordinator for the Nelson Food Cupboard Society, receives a cheque and food collected at NDCU-Nelson Branch during International Credit Union Day and World Food Day. Presenting on behalf of NDCU staff and members are Cherese Guille and Tom Atkins.

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Love is in the air when Nelson goes candi-dating

Election fever at library Nelson folks are an engaged bunch. We wave placards, we write letters to the editor, we get toothgnashy about the things that bug us and we are fiercely proud of our community heroes.

And when it comes to elections, we vote.

Voter turnout is not a problem in Nelson — but for voters, wading through the pre-election rhetoric can be.

Enter speed candi-dating, through which voters find their municipal match (or matches!) in three-minute one-on-ones. New alliances may occur; strange bedfellows may emerge. The Nelson Public Library — always a social hub — is now poised to be a nonpartisan political vortex. And a match-maker. Can you feel the love?

Candi-dating happens on Thursday, October 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the library.

For most of us there is at least one relationship for which we wish we’d had more information, the better to enter with our eyes open. Candi-dating does that for the voter-electee relationship. We take no responsibility for jilted lovers post-election — all relationships are fraught — but we want to enable open-eye voting of the best possible kind. And if sparks fly — well.

Dan Woynillowicz is the man behind nelsonvotes.ca, a site dedicated to local political engagement (pledge to vote!). He’s done this sort of thing before. In 2011 he jumped on a suggestion made by a candidate in the municipal election and ran with it.

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selves as connectors: a conduit for information and learning; a community hub in which to learn and Xplornet WEST KaH 4-3125x7 2C Admat OCT2014.indd 1 grow; a place where people gather and things happen. And now, we’re W E S T K O O T E N A Y matchmakers. If there’s any fallout from this, we hope it will be chocolate.

Chocolate, of course, is a reference to traditional dating accessories, but at the library chocolate is a sort of cornerstone. It’s a staple for onerous meetings and goingsaway and jobs-well-done.

In October (Library Month) and this year through a month of election madness, and then all the way until Christmas the library’s annual fall fundraiser features Nelson’s Chocofellar bars renamed with literary leanings: Wuthering Hazelnuts, Gone with the Coconuts, The Swiss Family Raisin, and Journey to the Centre of the Almond.

These join artist bookmarks, our literary cookbook Seasonings: a year of local flavor in recipes and words, our new bookbags with gorgeous art by Nichola Lytle, and now 10 different art cards featuring campy designs from old book covers.

So there you have it. Support your candidate of choice with your vote; support your Library with your wallet. There’s more than one way to candy-date in this town, and we love you for it.

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Anne DeGrace Check This Out

For the 2014 election year he approached the West Kootenay Eco-Society and the Library Board as co-sponsors, with the idea of taking candi-dating to a place with a rep for community engagement.

The library has that in spades, so the Library Board leapt at the opportunity to ramp our hub-ness up another notch, and maybe spread the love around.

It works like this: would-be electoral lovers register at the door and their names go in a hat for council candidates, school trustees, or both. Names will be drawn for each round to do the rounds, so to speak.

There will be three minutes to woo or be wooed, and then the bell goes off and things move on — just like real life!

Folks not in the current round can enjoy TED talks on municipal politics and other fun things.

There will be door prizes and food, of course. Candi-dating can be a hungry business.

Like all libraries, we see our-

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— 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.

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Slocan River Streamkeepers host pair of information sessions

Our Valley, Our River, Ourselves Who are the Slocan River Streamkeepers, and what do they do?

When the fuel spill happened last year, they were the group most of the community trusted to know what it would all mean, and what we needed to do. The truth is, most people would be surprised at all the projects the group has its hands — and their whole bodies — in.

On November 3 at Crescent Valley Hall and on November 10 at Winlaw Hall (both at 7 p.m.) you’ll have a chance to find out about their wide range of activities.

You may even find yourself wanting to be part of the exciting work of this avid group of mostly volunteers.

The event is entitled Our Valley, Our River, Ourselves: An evening with the Slocan River Streamkeepers.

A slideshow will be accompanied by stories and explanations about everything to do with the river and the care that goes into keeping it the wonderful waterway it is.

Several speakers will tell you what they have learned and what they have been doing for the last while, in fact for the last 10 years.

Some of the most enjoyable work the Streamkeepers do is teaching —

A member of the Slocan River Streamkeepers teaches local students about water chemistry.

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taking the information they have (and the bugs) into the schools, and telling coming generations the complex story of water. With these two evenings, they are doing the same thing for adults, only more so.

Swim down the river and count the fish, learn about riparian restoration and marvel at the creativity and hard work that goes into helping the river maintain its course. Hear about research on otters: What do

otters eat, and where do they live?

The answers may surprise you.

See the colourful maps being developed to show how the whole ecosystem interconnects and where are the critical areas.

Recently Area H RDCK director Walter Popoff said he thought mapping was one of the most important things the community can do. “How can we know how to take care of what we have until we know what it is?” he asked.

Find out about why wetlands are so critical to the ecosystem, and what incredible diversity exists in these under-appreciated storehouses of aquatic life and health. See the work that has been done to enhance and explore these areas.

Discover why side channels are so important and how they work to keep the fish healthy and happy and plentiful. Be surprised at how many kinds of fish are in our river, and learn just where they lurk.

Meet some benthic invertebrates.

These fetching little beings are the key to knowing just how the river is doing, and are tiny links at the base of the complex food chain. Several will actually be present at the event, swimming under the microscopes.

And of course, find out about the fuel oil spill — what we knew before, what we did when it occurred, what has happened since, where to go from here.

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Minimum wage hits $1.25 October 2, 1964 A Federal Labor code featuring the controversial $1.25 an hour minimum wage law was introduced in the Commons yesterday. If approved by Parliament the code would come into effect January 1 covering 556,000 workers in industries under Federal jurisdiction – transport, banking, broadcasting, communications and Crown agencies. The bill’s provisions will put immediate pressure on the provinces to raise their minimum wage which now range from 50 cents an hour for men in Newfoundland to $1 per hour in the industrial centers of Ontario. Other provisions in the new code include a standard eight hour day and 40 hour week, two weeks vacation with pay after one year and seven paid statutory holidays. For overtime, pay must be time and-a-half.

October 7, 1964 The Arrow Lakes will be more beautiful than ever before when the High Arrow dam is constructed. The assurance was given by Dr. Hugh Keenleyside, co-chairman of the B.C. Hydro and Power Authority. He said that cost of the dam, second of three on the Columbia River system called for under the Columbia River Treaty, is expected to cost around $130,000,000. Dr. Keenleyside said that there have been complaints that the dam will ruin the beautiful scenery around the Arrow Lakes. He said that could be true during periods of low water in the winter time. But there would be snow on the ground most of the winter. “In the summer the Arrow Lakes are going to be a more attractive place than now” October 13, 1964 A hustling never-say-die band of Nelson Maple Leafs, dazzled Western International Hockey League experts over Thanksgiving weekend and emerged with three points, the result of a 10-2 crucifying of Trail Smoke Eaters, in Nelson Saturday and a come-from-behind 5-5 tie in Kimberley Monday. Despite the fact that most of the Leafs had never played together until last week, their passing was crisp and their shooting accurate as they whizzed their way around a seemingly slower and seemingly less conditioned Trail squad. Melville import, Carl Chwachka paced the Maple Leafs with three goals and two assists in the victory over the Smoke Eaters.

Mike Laughton and Larry Roberge scored two apiece.

The Maple Leafs managed 50 shots on goal only to

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exceed that with 62 shots on goal in the Kimberley tie.

October 17, 1964 An estimated 1100 persons jammed into the Badminton Hall at the Civic Recreation Centre Friday night to scream, shout, stomp and just plain clap to the beat of six rock ‘n’ roll bands. The bands, The Chevelles, Trail; The Ambassadors, Creston; The Gents, Nelson; The Casual Fives, Notre Dame University; and The Piltdown Men, Trail; competed for $300 in prize money and numerous trophies. From the soft, slow sounds of rhythm and blues to the impersonations of all time Beatle favorites, the groups presented the audience with a loud and swinging evening of entertainment.

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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.

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Norm Zaytsoff

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This 4-bed, 3-bath home sitting on just over 5 acres is sure to leave an impression. The home offers hardwood floors, two fire places, workshop and a large concrete deck overlooking the river.

Aprox 2 acres cleared and landscaped with lots of room to build a substantial shop. Book your showing today.

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Tee Time AnyTime 3-bed, 2-bath corner unit overlooking Granite Pointe Golf Course. This home offers a smart layout, spacious bedrooms and low condo fees.

Quick possession is available. This will not last long, call today.

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Koda

Premium level .46-acre corner lot located on Redfish Rd on the North Shore. Public lake access just steps away across the secondary road. This is a beautifully developed family neighbourhood that includes Redfish Elementary School and playground. Located approx. 20 minutes from Nelson. Public transport nearby.

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This lively 8 year old Shih Tzu - ? cross is just the best dog! She will make a great companion for someone who wants an affectionate and loyal dog. Perfectly house trained, rides well in a car, she is easily adaptable. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053 or visit kaap. ca/adopt/koda-0.

Dodger

This sweet guy is 4 years old, 17 lbs., and we think a Dachshund-Chi mix. Dodger is very loveable and cuddly, and has a great personality. He needs to lose a couple of pounds, so someone who wanted to go for several daily walks would be perfect.

He needs a little training. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053 or visit kaap.ca/adopt/ dodger.

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renovATed & reAdy! Newly renovated sunny 4-bedroom 2-bath home on private acreage with rental suite!

Bordering rail trails and short country walk to private beach and swimming on the beautiful Slocan River. Private yard includes many outbuildings and garden space.

Steven Skolka

250-354-3031

$269,000

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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!

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They are 7 and 8 years old, and are a bonded pair.

They must be adopted together, and KAAP will give a fee discount to help them on their way. They are Chihuahuas, very sweet, and will make their person feel very special. KAAP will have them fully vetted and do any dental work needed before adoption. They love to go for walkies. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053.

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Private 5+ acres that offers usable flat land as well as ravine and river views. Mobile home has had an addition and boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and wrap around deck. Large shop and garage as well.

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601 Baker Street, Nelson BC

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Large timber frame home on 3.43 acres, only 10 minute drive from Nelson. Custom designs throughout. Open concept kitchen, dining and family room. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on upper levels, and a one bedroom one bathroom, walkout suite in the lower level. MLS 2399765 Barbie Wheaton 250.509.0654 $559,000

Just a few miles out the North Shore…9.6 acres with the finest sandy beach across the Hwy. Classic 3 bedroom summer residence plus cabin. Pretty grounds & incredible lake views from this former orchard land.

First time offered since 1979. 3 Acre parcel on the North Shore with a watercourse and natural trees. 2 Bedroom home needs maintenance & updating, an opportunity for a handyman. 10 Minutes from Balfour services.

Barbie Wheaton 250.509.0654 $309,000

Riondel North Rd. Waterfront Lease Lot with a rustic cabin. 121.42 feet of beach by 300 feet in depth. Treed, slopping lot with views of Purcell Mountains across the Lake.

Recreation get-away. MLS 2394608 Alan Tarr 250.354.8489 $65,000

Glen Darough 250.354.3343

David Gentles 250.354.8225

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This is a very private 0.78 acre, 110x307 ft. parcel with trees on the borders and a level building site. On School House Road. Close to Balfour Recreation Commission Gym in the Red School House, and a playground for the kids.

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Alan Tarr 250.354.8489

$119,900

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3 bdrm & 2 bath home nestled away on its own very PRIVATE 2.4 acres. Great layout w/ large living room, kitchen with vaulted ceilings, spacious bdrms plus ensuite.

Sunny south exposure, gardens, seasonal creek located in Sunny Bonnington. Large septic in place to build an extralarge home. Quick Possession. MLS 2399935

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$225,000

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SOLID and very well maintained 2 full floors w/ spacious rooms plus newly refinished bright 1 bdrm in-law suite.

This home offers a total of 4 bdrms, 3 baths, and 2 kitchens, plenty of storage & attached carport. Wheel chair accessibility, fenced yard, public transit and schools close by! MLS 2400750

Well maintained 3 bed, 2 bath home on a triple lot, near Lions Park with mountain views.

New high efficiency furnace, hot water tank and 200 amp service plus a detached garage!

MLS 2401223

3-4 Bedroom family home in Thrums 10 mins to Castlegar. Perfect for growing family with second rental home. River views covered decks & porches.

4 ACRES is great for kids to roam on or develop for gardens/hobby farm! MLS 2401395

Lisa Cutler 250.551.0076

Christine Pearson 250.505.8015 $335,000

David Gentles 250.354.8225

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Sandy beach, level property, shared dock and 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home with sunroom addition, located at Balfour townsite.

66 ft. of frontage. Storage shed for large RV or boat. MLS 2399363

Conveniently located 3 bedroom, two bath home just a few minute drive out the North Shore from Nelson. Features a large lot on an end of the road location, family room, large deck, boat dock and great view! MLS 2396318

Located in North end of Slocan Valley with highway frontage this beautiful property has several building sites and some marvellous views that would only be enhanced by selective tree removal. Spring water.

MLS 2401290

Lorne Westnedge 250.505.2606 $599,000

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Lorne Westnedge 250.505.2606 $179,000

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Large 3 bdrm & 2 bth home filled with sunlight and spectacular lake views. 3 levels of living space with spacious decks. NEW ROOF, Gorgeous landscaped .34 acres nestled into the hillside 4 miles from Nelson. Carport and dock with boat slip & close to public beach also make this property much desirable. North Shore Gem! MLS 2396714

3 bed, 2 1/2 bath home boasts travertine marble floors on the main floor, hardwood upstairs, and the en-suite bath of your dreams. Large bonus room above the two car garage makes a terrific play room for the kids, or guest room for the in-laws. 6.08 flat acres, cross fenced for horses with a new 3 stall barn and tack room. MLS 2397630 Barbie Wheaton 250.509.0654 $399,900

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Compact 2 bedroom home with carport, deck & outstanding view. Large property (75 x 120) with excellent privacy. Plenty of room for addition, if desired. Rosemont neighbourhood. Bus route nearby.

MLS 2401115

Lorne Westnedge 250.505.2606 $229,500

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Great Starter Home! Located between Nelson & Castlegar, well maintained 986 sq ft 2-3 bed deregistered mobile, newer appliances, sunny corner lot, gardeners delight, Raspberries, Black Currant, Plum, Cherry & Apple trees, Shed, Paved driveway, Carport, Metal roof with snow guards.

MLS 2401452

This is a very solid built 2 bedroom and den 1898 square ft. home. A double sided fire place in living room and dining room. Salmo Village 14.02 acres, treed and private setting with a fantastic valley view.

Centrally located Nelson 2 bedroom plus den home with new paint, plumbing, electrical and more! Many improvements, fabulous walking distance to amenities and zoned for a duplex. Off street parking for 2+ vehicles.

MLS 2398760

19.2 acres with 1025 feet of pristine waterfront at Harrop neighboring the Harrop Beach Park Reserve and Riding Club. Privacy is yours with an acreage of this size where you will feel like you are as one with nature.

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Alan Tarr 250.354.8489

Christine Pearson 250.505.8015 $235,000

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Centrally located between Nelson & Castlegar, 4 bedroom, 3 bath split level, open lay out, bamboo floors, main level laundry, basement has suite potential on 0.34 of an acre stunning view of Kootenay river and gold island below.

Spotless one bedroom and den corner unit with a great lake view. Building features include secure underground parking, large storage locker, fitness room, and great location just a few blocks from Baker Street and the Mall.

Laura Salmon 250.551.8877

Dave Buss 250.354.9459

Private 1.64 acre beachfront on the North Shore. Gated drive leads to this beautifully appointed 2 storey, 3+ bedroom home with impeccable design & finishing. Triple garage & carport + separate single garage + over-height garage + guest cottage.

Enjoy waterscapes from every room with magnificent views over your beach & dock. MLS 2401398

Laura Salmon 250.551.8877

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Located just past 6 mile on a hillside lot with beautiful beachfront. One bedroom cottage with cozy airtight wood stove, adequate parking area, and stair path leading to 95+ feet of sandy beach.

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Glen Darough 250.354.3343

$349,900

$148,777

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$349,000

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Very charming 2 bdrm & 1 bth home a few blocks up from Baker Street. This sweet, bright home has had many modern updates, private backyard with cedar deck, clean, bright unfinished basement holds lots of storage. Low maintenance home, move right in. MLS 2401415

Lisa Cutler 250.551.0076

$249,000

MLS 2399310

$384,777

MLS 2400767

$255,000

David Gentles 250.354.8225

$1,450,000