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The elementary curriculum includes studying the different levels of government and the local municipal election campaign has given elementary school teachers an opportunity to give their students some hands-on training in democracy. “It is great that this is happening right now in our backyard,” said Greenwood Elementary teacher Jennifer Eaton. “We talked about all of the different levels of government, but we are focussing on local because we can right now.” As part of that process the Grade 4 to 7 students at Greenwood Elementary and the Grade 6-7 kids from West Boundary hosted an all candidates forum last week. Politicians who attended the event were Greenwood mayoral incumbent Nipper Kettle and challengers Ed Smith and Barry Noll. The five candidates for Greenwood council were also there: incumbents Darla Ashton, Colleen Lang, and

Lest we forget Marge Henschel has served as the Silver Cross Mother at the Greenwood Cenotaph for a number of years. The 92-year-old mother lost family members in the war. She said when her cousin was in Holland he sent a box of tulip bulbs home, with a note that explained hunger had driven the people there to eat tulip bulbs to survive. Henschel said she used to take part in the colour party at Remembrance ceremonies in Wildwood, Alberta.

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Lee Cudworth; along with first-time candidates Nola Tutti and Christopher Yates. Vicki Gee also attended—the only Area E candidate to make the forum. So did Cathy Riddle who has retained her seat as a school trustee by acclamation. The students had prepared questions before the session and Principal Brian Foy acted as moderator.

The students were encouraged to listen carefully to the statements of the candidates and try to pick out their campaign slogans and key messages. The questions were well thought out too—covering everything from the possibility of having a BMX track in Greenwood to how to deal with the high levels of poverty in the area.

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The candidates were all very impressed with the two-hour session; somewhat noteworthy in that it was twice as long as the other forums that were held in the community for the adults. The students will be given an opportunity to cast their own votes for the candidate(s) they think would best represent them in a school election this week

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First and third Monday through December 15: The Bridge is holding a silent auction to raise funds to pay their property tax bill. Drop in at the white church on Seventh Avenue in Midway from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to look at the many items on offer. Friday, Nov. 14: Healthy cooking for families with Melanie Zane at CAPC at Rock Creek Health Centre from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14: Flu Clinic in Greenwood – McArthur Centre 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15: Arts & Crafts Fair sponsored by Greenwood Public Library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greenwood Community Hall. Concession and raffle available. Info 250-445-6111. Saturday, Nov. 15: Greenwood Senior Centre Christmas Sale 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16: Boundary Metis Association presents Louis Riel Day from 2:30 to 7 p.m. at Midway Community Hall. A movie about Louis Riel. Learn how to play spoons. A simple dinner will be served. Everyone welcome. There is no charge. Sat. Nov. 22: Westbridge Christmas Craft show at Westbridge Community Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch available. Tables $10 Contact: Blanche at 250-446-2299. Sunday, Nov. 23: Discover Rock Creek Christmas Light-Up from 3-5 p.m. Supper by donation. Accepting non-perishable food donations for the community Friday, Nov. 28: Midway and Beyond Little Theatre presents opening night for “All That Glisters”, a dramatic interpretation in the form of a live radio play of the Camp McKinney gold bar robbery of 1896. 7:30 at Midway Community Hall. Tickets are available from “The Spot”. Saturday, Dec. 13: Greenwood Legion Christmas Turkey Draw at 3 p.m. REGULAR EVENTS: Mondays: Drop-in crib at Greenwood Legion at 7 p.m. $3 buy-in. Mondays: Girl Guides of Canada meets after school from 3:30 to 5 at WBES. Contact Janine Fraser at WBES or Linda Sheppard at 250-443-1529. Mondays: Free drop-in Basic Computer Help lessons at the Greenwood Library from 10 a.m. to noon. Through Dec. 1st. For more info or to register, contact the library at 250-445-6111. First & Third Monday: Midway Village Council meeting; 6:30 p.m. with a delegation or 7 p.m. if none. First & Third Monday: The Bridge Drop-in Centre in Midway is open from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on holiday Mondays, but will be open the next day on Tuesday. First Monday: Greenwood Seniors Centre meeting at 2 p.m. Info: 250-445-2290. Second Monday: The Bridge Drop-in Centre sorting day 10-2 p.m. All helpers are appreciated.

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Second & Fourth Monday: Greenwood City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Third Monday: Bridesville Women’s Institute meets at 11 am. Info: 446-2210 or 446-2121. Third Monday: Frolicking Fancies – the Greenwood Red Hat Ladies Group meet monthly in Greenwood. Information Francine 250-4456734; or Shirley 250-445-9908. Third Monday: Discover Rock Creek Society meeting at 6:30 – for location info phone 2500-528-0227. Last Monday: Kettle River Recreation Commission meets at the Little Red School House at 7 p.m. Info Bill Watson 250-446-2325 or Sherry Dalziel 250-446-2997. Monday & Wednesday beginning Sept. 15: Country Kids Playschool 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Rock Creek Health Centre. For info or to register call Sara Eek 250-446-2202. Tuesdays: AA Meetings at McArthur Centre in Greenwood at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday: Drop-in social at the Greenwood Seniors’ Centre, 9 -11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Taekwondo at BCSS gym from 4 to 5 p.m. Open to ages 6 (with supervision) to 106. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Boot Camp at Lions Park in Greenwood from 6-7. $10 drop-in or $60 per month. Info 250-442-3664. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Boundary Women’s Resource Centre on Market Avenue in Grand Forks open from 9 a.m. to - 3 p.m. Info 250-442- 5212. First Tuesday: Elks #493 monthly meeting at the Slavonic Hall in Grand Forks at 7 p.m. Info: 250-442-2856 or 250-442-4276. Third Tuesday: Kettle Valley Wildlife Association meets at the range in Rock Creek at 7 pm. Wednesdays: Girl Guides of Canada meet at King of Kings Church in Midway, Sparks ages 5-6 and Brownies ages 7-8 meet at 4:30-5:45; Guides ages 9-11 and Pathfinders ages 12-14 meet from 6 to 7:30. Info 250-449-2309 or 250-445-9955. Wednesdays: Greenwood Library Story Time for preschool children ages 3-5 years (with parent or caregiver) Oct. 1st through Dec. 3rd at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: Greenwood & District Business Assoc. meeting. Anglican Church at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Midway Crib Tournament – Bored Room Bistro, 607 Eighth Avenue, Midway at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Senior’s Bingo at 1 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior’s Drop-in Centre. $1 admission. Wednesdays: Women’s Counseling in Rock Creek and West Boundary: Free and confidential. For information call the STV counselor at 1-855-441-3131 or 442-3131. Childcare and transportation subsidies are available. First Wednesday: West Boundary Senior Housing Society meeting at 1 p.m. in Parkview Manor Midway.

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Second Wednesday: Boundary Citizen’s Patrol meets at Midway Senior’s Centre from 7 - 8 p.m. Info: Wayne 250-449-2191, Paul 250-445-2111, or Wolfgang 250-446-2455. Second Wednesday: Greenwood Board of Trade meets at 7 p.m. upstairs at City Hall. Third Wednesday:Rock Creek Women’s Institute meet for a potluck lunch at 11:45. Info: 250-446-2454 or 250-446 -2608. Third Wednesday: Main River Women’s Institute meets in Westbridge at 1 p.m. Info: 250-446-2616. Third Wednesday: Rock Creek & Boundary Fair Assoc. meets at 7 p.m. at the pavilion from March through November. Info: 250-4462465. Regular events: Thursdays: Kinesiology at the old Kettle Valley School House from 9:30 to 12. Thursdays: Anglican Thrift Store from 11-3. Info phone Les Williams 250-445-2216. Thursdays: Quilters and other crafters meet at the Midway Senior’s Centre at 9:30 a.m. Come for coffee and bring your needle project to work on. Membership fee $10 per year. First Thursday: Rock Creek Medical Society meets at 7 p.m. in the boardroom of the clinic. First & Third Thursday: Food bank at the Evangel Chapel at 11 a.m. Donations welcome. Info 250-445-2125. Second & Fourth Thursday: Kettle River Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Medical Clinic boardroom at Rock Creek. Fridays: Bingo at Greenwood Community Hall. Doors open 5 p.m., early bird 7 p.m. Progressive jackpot. Fridays: Coffee at Midway Seniors Centre from 9:30 - 11. Fridays: Overeaters Anonymous 11 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Jude’s Church in Greenwood. First & Third Friday: Karaoke at the Royal Canadian Legion in Greenwood. 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. Third Friday: Movie nights at Midway Community Hall; 7 p.m. Bring your own travel cup. $3 includes movie, drink and popcorn. Saturdays: Lion’s Club Meat Draw, at Prospector Pub in Rock Creek. Starts at 3 p.m. Saturdays: Greenwood Royal Canadian Legion Canteen open 2-6 p.m. Meat draw 3:30 p.m. Last Saturday: Karaoke at Hotel Midway – Hot-L Pub at 8:30. Sunday, Nov. 2, 16 & 30: Westbridge crib - $5 per session (eight games per session). Prizes per session Highest score $25, second $15, third $5, and lowest score $5. Prizes doubled if more than 24 players. Info Dell 250-446-2330. Greenwood Public Library: Open Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat. Opens at noon. Greenwood Seniors Centre Thrift Store: Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.

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Thursday, November 13, 2014 Boundary Creek Times Area E Rural Director incumbent Bill Baird (left) speaks at the Rock Creek all candidates forum as rivals Bill Bosovich and Vicki Gee look on. Moderator Terry Keough sits at the end of the table.

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Cold Feet? Three vie for Area E The three candidates running to represent Area E of Regional District of Kootenay Boundary for the next four years had three opportunities to get their message out to the voters in all candidate forums. The first was at Big White on Oct. 22. The second in Rock Creek on Nov. 2 and the third was in Beaverdell on Nov. 6. Incumbent Bill Baird, who has held the position for the past 22 years, is recuperating from surgery and was able to attend only the Rock Creek forum on Nov. 2. Baird called the Kettle River Management Plan, “the most important project I have ever been involved in and I would like to be involved with the implementation.” Candidate Vicki Gee identified economic development and provision of services as her top priorities. “We need to think beyond resource based industries and we can’t wait for the next big industry to move into our area,” Gee told the Rock Creek forum. “We already have a big industry and that’s tourism. In regard to services it is not just a matter of attracting people to the area we need to keep people in the area, that applies to both our youth and our seniors. When we look at the Vital Signs Survey that shows that 33 per cent of residents in the Boundary have low-income households that’s double the province and double Canada and it’s 20 per cent in Grand Forks. It is a pretty big issue here.” Bill Bosovich also identified economic development – specifically small business development as the way forward. He said he would like to see tax incentive programs that would encourage small business. Gee pledged to look for opportunities to share economic development dollars within the communities and to communicate with people who are doing things on the ground. Bosovich suggested looking at underdeveloped agricultural land and attracting industry such as a small pellet plant. He said small businesses each with two or three employees can

add up. Baird offered to attract new small companies, to lobby to make economic development easier at the provincial level and to work toward anther, larger community forest. Other topics that were thrown at the candidates included their vision of how to improve communication with constituents, library services, their priorities for environmental and wilderness issues and zoning. In regard to zoning Baird said that no politician would force something onto the voters. He said the parts of Area that have zoning were communities that asked for it. Bosovich said he was generally not in favour of zoning, but could see the case for it in residential areas. Gee stated that zoning and planning are not black and white issues; that they need to be done community-by-community rather than across the entire area. Seven Beaverdell residents turned out for their forum on Nov. 6. Many of the same questions came up again—improving communication with residents. Resident Kate Crest asked what role the regional district might play in getting a provincial park or campsite in the area since Beaverdell is the gateway to the Boundary. She said it would provide summer employment and high school credits for the students. “People need a purpose to stop,” she said. It was pointed out that there are some 18 lakes within an hour of Beaverdell town that could be promoted. Unsightly premises that pose a fire hazard was raised as another concern by Beaverdell residents. They were also concerned about the possibility of dams going in on local creeks to hold the water back. “We need the freshet to clean river and streams in the spring,” said resident Vicky Tomlinson.

TGIS puts out housing survey In 2011, more than 30 per cent of the population in Greenwood was 65 years of age or older, nearly double the provincial average of 16 per cent. Many seniors would like to stay in their home community as they age but cannot do so if there is no suitable seniors’ housing; many residents have aging parents or relatives living in other parts of the province who would consider moving to Greenwood if seniors’ housing were available, maintains The Greenwood Improvement Society (TGIS). TGIS has obtained funding from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) to conduct a feasibility study regarding building a seniors’ housing complex in Greenwood. Over the next few weeks, TGIS will be conducting a

housing/demographic survey in the Greenwood area. The findings of the survey will help TGIS decide if it is feasible to build such a complex and, if so, how many units should be built and what services should be provided. Surveys will be delivered to mailboxes this week or can be obtained by calling Fred Marshall at 250-445-6496 or Art Mudrie at 250-445-6631. TGIS wants to hear from all residents and especially from seniors aged 65 and older and from residents who have aging parents or other relatives who would move to a seniors’ housing complex in Greenwood if one were available. Take the time to complete the surveys and return them in the self-addressed and stamped envelope, which will be included in the survey package.

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A very important issue locally A BCGEU report released last week shows that we are failing B.C.’s children. “B.C.’s child welfare system is falling apart,” says the BC Government Employees Union website (www. bcgeu.ca/choose-children). “Frontline workers can’t always get to those who most urgently need help. They are buried under massive caseloads, severe staffing shortages and a complete lack of resources. The situation is endemic, and putting vulnerable children, youth and families at risk.” The BCGEU report, Choose Children, is based on 3,418 individual surveys and face-to -ace meetings with 412 front-line workers in 14 communities across British Columbia. It reveals issues putting children at risk including chronic understaffing, serious caseload and workload management problems, and an expensive computer system wracked by malfunctions. Doug Donaldson, New Democrat spokesperson for children and family development says the Liberals are failing to prioritize the safety and well-being of British Columbia’s most vulnerable children. More than $44 million has been stripped from the Ministry of Children and Family Development over the last six years, despite the number of children requiring services increasing, meaning there are fewer front-line staff doing more work. As one team lead in the Interior said in the report, “we don’t know what we don’t know, and someone’s going to get hurt or die.” Children’s Minister Stephanie Cadieux responded by announcing that 70 temporary child-welfare staff will be hired full time. This obviously provides no immediate relief to the situation. Simply changing a front line worker from a temporary to a full time employee does nothing to alleviate the shortage of staff. With income levels in the Boundary as low as they are, this is a very important issue locally.

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Interview provides some insights The struggle faced by local community groups in at- some mad scientist is being paid to figure out if this kind tracting and retaining volunteers is a recurring theme in of technology can be used as a weapon. discussions throughout the Boundary. A recent CBC RaMaybe we won’t need that mad scientist though—given dio interview with two Okanagan groups offers some food the pace that the ice at the poles is melting maybe these for thought. ancient germs won’t need any more help then you and I One group, the Kelowna General Hospital Winfield stopping at the gas station for yet another fill-up. Auxiliary group is struggling filling executive officer po*** sitions. All eight of the current volunteers are A Hometown Battlefield a song written by in their 70’s or older. Their treasurer is 93. The a Nova Scotia musician about veterans and A LITTLE group raises money by catering dinners for PERSPECTIVE their families dealing with post-traumatic weddings, funerals and dinners. stress disorder (PTSD) has gone viral on The Okanagan Fruit Tree Project, on the YouTube (http://tinyurl.com/l7k6jxh). It reother hand, has grown from 70 members in minds us that the things witnessed by memtheir first year to over 400 in their third year. bers of the military have the potential for The short interview provides some insights prolonged and profound negative psychothat may be valuable for local groups. It can be logical impacts on these veterans. found online at http://tinyurl.com/ljkxuvy. Their battle does not end when they rePat *** turn home. And unfortunately their battle KELLY There was a student uprising at Greenwood must now be fought with politicians and buElementary School last week. It involved only reaucrats. the older students. The Grade 6-7 students The Royal Canadian Legion is currently from West Boundary Elementary were bussed over to join conducting a letter writing campaign to demand changes the Grade 4-7 kids from Greenwood Elementary for an all to the New Veterans Charter. candidates forum. Chairs had been set out for the audiThe Legion is calling on all it’s members and all Canaence, but between the chairs the table where the candi- dians who care about our Veterans and their families, to dates were sitting they had laid out rubber mats for the send a letter prepared by the Legion to their Member of kids to sit and lie on during the two-hour program. Parliament demanding the Government take the needed Just before the program got started one of the teachers action now to improve the New Veterans Charter. did a quick head count and determined there were enough Too little, too late is the message that the Legion wants chairs for the older students to sit in the front row. On her to convey. The Legion says their concerns remain valid, yet cue they all moved to the chairs – hence the student upris- unanswered. The Government continues to say that these ing. It was the most orderly uprising ever! recommendations require further study and analysis. *** The projected timeline for implementation will not The Jurassic Park storyline is showing signs of plausi- bring about needed improvements to the lives of veterbility with the recent announcement that a research team ans until late Fall 2015 or even 2016. “Our Veterans and from the University of California has reconstituted a virus their families cannot wait that long, they need the supfound in caribou droppings that were frozen in the sub- port now,” says the letter. More info can be found online at arctic for the past 700 years. http://tinyurl.com/llfamr6. Lovely stuff – and there’s little doubt that somewhere

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The final Greencancelled. But the wood council meet- MIDWAY LIBRARY bonfire should not have been ing before this weekcancelled.” He end’s election saw suggested there almost two dozen should be a polipeople turn out. All the seats in the public gallery cy for the future, “If we are going were filled, more chairs were to cancel an event that has been brought into chambers and some going for a number of years there residents were even standing in should be a policy.” Councillor Lang put forward a the hallway during the meeting. motion that was passed that $400 *** Councillor Darla Ashton read be granted to the Greenwood a prepared statement following Seniors for their Santa’s Helpers talk circulating in the city that project. *** the Greenwood Legacy Group Unanticipated cost overruns (GLG) had benefited financially after they cancelled the Hallow- on the McArthur Centre kitchen renovation project that was starteen bonfire due to the weather. “I can tell you that this caused ed by the Greenwood Commume much anguish last week,” nity Association has forced the Ashton said. She called on Mayor group to ask for help in paying for Kettle and Councillor Noll to ac- the work. One of the main reacount for statements they had sons cited for doing the project is made to the seniors that GLG to bring the facility into complihad been reimbursed by the city ance with health regulations. Councillor Colleen Lang said for the food for the Halloween event. Ashton said that the cost as originally envisioned the projof the hot dogs was sponsored by ect was to replace appliances and install a dishwasher for a cost of the GLG. “As it is now, the mayor has $63,000. After the building inacknowledged his misstatements spector had reviewed the plans and made several apologies to the cost had increased to $70,000. me, but to date I have heard noth- Then the health inspector added ing from Councillor Noll with re- more requirements such as resogard to his misleading remarks to lution of cross-contamination issues, because presently dirty the seniors about the GLC.” It was agreed that there had dishes are carried past the food been a “miscommunication” on preparation area. “The choice was upgrading or the part of council that the GLG shutting down the kitchen,” Lang was covering the cost. Kettle said he would not want said. As work proceeded on the to slight any volunteers. “I can heritage building, electrical and understand the fireworks being plumbing issues continued to add

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to the costs. CAO Robin Dalziel said that today the project has a revised budget $115,000. The community association received a grant for $25,000, $8,600 in donations and put in $53,000 of their own toward the project. Dalziel explained that, as landlord for the building, the city is liable for $20,000 in maintenance and repairs (electrical upgrades $9,000, insulation and structural work $5,000 and plumbing $6,000). He told council that these costs should be borne by the City of Greenwood and are eligible under the guidelines of the Gas Tax Fund. After the city contributes its $20,000 portion as landlord a shortfall of $8,400 will remain. Dalziel recommended that the city contribute an additional $7,500, for a total of $27,500 coming from the gas tax fund account. Council agreed to pay the maintenance costs and provide the $7,500 grant to the community association. *** Dalziel reported on the ongoing Job Creation Project (JCP), which is seeing work done at the A-frame and at O’Hari Park. The project is currently $2,511 over budget, which the city can cover from their parks and facility maintenance budget. Dalziel said the work being done on the A-frame included new roofing and replacing a beam that was badly damaged by

carpenter ants. He said the $2,500 A-frame. Resident Leslie Smith sugcost to the city for the JCP was a good deal since the roof alone gested that Lions Park would be would have cost more had the another good location. city had to hire a company to do the job. Where to place a new information kiosk that is also part of the JCP generatWe pay a full refund on all: ed a lot of debate. Dalziel said the wine, spirit, import beer, original plan was cider and cooler to put it by the A-frame buildBottle Depot in Bring your empty Greenwood ing, but because containers to us Tuesday & Thursday the lot is small he recommended Under New Management – Charles Houle placing it in the BRIDESVILLE BOTTLE DEPOT McArthur CenNorbert Salvage Ltd. Recycling & Bottle Depot tre parking lot 5667 Bridesville Townsite Road instead. Phone: 250-446-2497 • Cell: 1-250-485-8701 C o u n c i l turned his recommendation RILKOFF’S STORE down and a site Monday - Saturday 9 - 5 • Sunday cloSed visit will be orgaGrocery • Garden centre • Fruit & Produce • locally Grown nized for council Okanagan Grown Locally Grown Sprayfree and staff to look Spaghetti no limit Honey Crisp ¢/lb at where the sign ¢/lb Squash Apples could go. DurFuji ing question pe¢/lb Pie Pumpkins $ 00 Apples each riod at the end TOV Red of the meeting $ 99 Tomatoes $ 49 /lb Garlic /lb Jim Nathorst said Long English ¢ Locally Fresh he felt the kiosk Cucumbers each Apple should be at the $ 99 Red, Green and Yellow 5L $ 99 Juice McArthur Cen/lb Bell Peppers tre parking lot Douglas Fir and SPF because there is Wood Pellets Winter Garden already one at the in Stock in Stock Seed museum in the 250-442-2510 4415 Hwy 3 West of Grand Forks same block as the

No problems on Halloween, police Cpl. Judson Mayes of the Midway RCMP detachment reports they had zero calls for service regarding any concerns for the Halloween evening. Midway members made patrols in all jurisdictions and were pleased to find parents out with their little ones going from door to door in a safe manner, he said. *** On Tuesday, Nov. 4, Midway RCMP were alerted to a call in Greenwood of a male going through unlocked vehicles at dusk, described as a lone male, wearing a dark hoodie, blue jeans, approximate height 173cm (5’8), and 77kg, 170 lbs. Midway RCMP would like to remind residents to lock their vehicle doors to prevent theft of personal items. Anyone with information regarding this occurrence please call Midway RCMP (250-449-2244) and report your information. *** Winter road conditions across most of B.C. often include snow and ice, Mayes pointed out. Rapid changes in elevation and weather can make the province’s highway conditions unpredictable. You may start a trip in sunshine but face stretches of slush, ice, heavy snowfall or compact snow along the way. Drivers must obey winter tire and chain signs throughout the province

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from Oct.1 to March 31. Sections of highways requiring winter tires or chains onboard are marked with roadside signs. Should you go beyond the signs without the proper equipment, you may be turned around by RCMP, CVSE, or another policing agency, and be subject to a fine, Mayes confirmed *** RCMP are investigating a break and enter to a house in the Bridesville area that took place between Oct. 26 and Oct. 28. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Midway RCMP. *** According to Mayes, on the evening

of Nov. 10 Midway residents observed a lone male on a bike looking in vehicle windows and windows to homes. The description given was a male on a bike. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Midway RCMP. The corporal reminds Boundary residents to lock their vehicle doors and windows and call the Midway RCMP with any suspicious activity forthwith. *** A further reminder —when warming up your vehicle during the winter months be mindful that car thieves are looking for any opportunity to steal a running vehicle.

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Acclaimed

Randy Kappes (Mayor, Village of Midway) Rose Zitko (School District 51, Area E – Kettle Valley North) Cathy Riddle (School District 51, Area E – Kettle Valley East) Mark Danyluk (School District 51, Area E – Kettle Valley West)

RANDY KAPPES

I have been on Council 12 years and half of that has been as Mayor. In that time we have faced adversity and seen success. There have been discussions and disagreement. Through all of this I have learned a lot about Midway, myself, and my position. I’m sure you are all getting enough declarations of things accomplished and self back-patting this time of the year, so I would instead like to take this chance to share my thoughts on the position of Mayor and the challenges I see

us facing. Our system here in Canada gives the Mayor powers roughly equal to the rest of Council with the added responsibilities of running meetings and representing Council and the community in ceremonies, hearings and in times of need. It is my responsibility to lead Council. Present them with all the options; give everyone a chance to share and ensure that they come to an informed decision, even if I don’t agree. The Mayor should then

help staff interpret that direction and implement it. Midway faces the same challenges that every small town in BC and probably elsewhere face. How do we maintain our way of life with the ever-increasing costs associated? How do we balance the desires and needs of our residents for services against their ability to pay the resulting increase in taxes? How do we attract industry and residents who will only come if we increase our amenities and servic-

es? Increases we can’t afford without a larger tax base that we won’t have until the new industry and residents start paying taxes. The same way we always have. Hard work, determination, and creativity. Midway will find it’s way into the future. A future my family and I will be proud to be a part of.

MARK DANYLUK

I have been living in the Boundary region since 2002. Prior to that I lived in Richmond where I worked and managed a group home for persons with developmental disabilities, managed, lived and created community in low income housing, was pastor of a church, and worked for an airline where I actively developed communication processes between different departments. I am married to Christine (nee Schmidt) and have four chil-

dren: three of whom have graduated from BCSS. My youngest is in grade 11 at BCSS. My formal training is in Theology. I was a pastor in Midway from 2002-2012. I have been a paramedic with BC Ambulance since 2007, assuming Unit Chief duties in 2012. I am a person who cares about people—all people, regardless of who they are. Justice, compassion and mercy are a big part of who I am. My skill set can be summed in the following descriptions: devel-

oper, restorative, connectedness, positivity and includer. I am a collaborator. I seek to listen, understand and build bridges enabling decisions to be made in a healthy and fair manner. To be honest, a week before the nomination deadline, running for office wasn’t even on my radar. When I was asked to consider running a few days before the deadline it very simply seemed like the right timing and right thing to do. I got the sense from speaking with

various involved parties that my strengths would be a good fit at this time in the school district.

CATHY RIDDLE

My name is Cathy Riddle and I have had the honour of representing you as one of SD51’s Board of Education Trustees for the past 12 years. I am very excited to have the opportunity to continue in that role for the new four-year election term. This year, instead of asking for your support, I am thanking you for the support shown to me over the past 12 years and would like to confirm that I do not take being “acclaimed” for granted. I want you

to know that you can still hold me to the same standard of accountability, and the same responsibility you expect from someone who has won by vote in the election process. I am committed to standing up for the needs of children and youth and will continue to work hard to meet that commitment. I believe in transparency, responsible governance and engaging stakeholder partnerships. I will continue to work with our staff, teachers and communities to en-

sure student achievement. I will continue to advocate for stable, predictable funding and ensure your child and our staff are safe in all our school facilities. I want to see our students come to school excited to learn, feeling safe and ready to take on the future in front of them. By working together we can ensure there are resources available for our students, we can address the unique needs of our diverse district and maintain the great working relation-

ships that have been formed with our community and stakeholders. It does take an entire community to raise a child and our Boundary Communities work extremely hard to meet that goal. I am proud to be part of that collaboration. Again, thank you for your support over the years.

ROSE ZITKO

My name is Rose Zitko and I have been acclaimed as your SD51 school trustee for Area E Kettle Valley North. I have lived in the Boundary all my life and I have two daughters now attending BCSS. My husband and I have both agreed to raise our family here where they can benefit from living in a small town by having nature at our back door, connecting with their community and schools that offer smaller class sizes and a much more personal atmosphere.

But where there are benefits there are also challenges such as the large geographic area within our school district and declining enrolment. With 12 years of experience of being involved in our schools and other organizations for children we have found how to come up with creative solutions to overcome these challenges. I feel with my experience of living in the West Boundary I can bring that view to the board table of how we can work together and collaborate

with administrators, teachers, parents and students to be able to give the best possible education for our children. I feel very passionate for all the students in our district and I will do everything I can to advocate for them so that they receive as many opportunities as they need to help prepare them for life after they graduate. I believe that great communication leads to success, so as your voice at the Board of Education table please feel free to contact

me at any time with your questions or concerns. Thank you. rose.zitko@sd51.bc.ca

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Letters to the editor

Greetings from new doctor Editor, The Times: I am pleased to announce that I will be joining your community as the physician at the Greenwood medical clinic, beginning Dec. 1. Myself and the City of Greenwood are working hard to provide you with an updated and modern medical clinic to meet your health care needs. There are many exciting changes happening to the clinic; the medical clinic will now be located in the upstairs of the building you’re familiar with, with the building undergoing a renovation, new equipment being installed and we are transitioning to electronic medical records. Needless to say we are rushing to get all of this done prior to the clinic opening in

December. I thank you for your patience in the first few months, as we transition to working in this new space. To tell you about myself, I am originally from Edmonton. I first came through Grand Forks as part of my medical training during my residency. I moved to the area in 2012 and have been here since. For the past six months I have been practicing full-time emergency medicine at Boundary Hospital in Grand Forks, as well as working regular ER shifts in Nelson and Trail. I will now be in the Greenwood clinic two days per week; these days will generally be Mondays and Thursdays although this will change occasionally. Lori Kirkham will be joining the clinic as medical office assistant, and will be there from Monday to Thursday. We will start booking appointments the

week before the clinic opens. The clinic will currently be restricted to residents of Greenwood and current patients of the clinic, to ensure adequate clinic access for Greenwood residents. I ask that over the next few months, patients of the clinic please book a “meet and greet” appointment with me so that I could get to know you and go through your paper records to learn your health history. Thank you to the City of Greenwood for working with me to bring you a modern clinic, and thank you to Dr. Figurski for looking after your medical care in this transition period. Until we meet, please stay active, and enjoy the lovely fall colours! Dr. Michael Slatnik, Greenwood Medical Clinic

Halloween party a success Editor, The Times: Kettle River Recreation sponsored the Rock Creek Halloween Party at the Little Red Schoolhouse on Oct. 31. We had an assortment of about 50 ghosts, goblins, and all sorts of guests. The haunted house was manned by two resident

ghouls, and a gatekeeper. The bonfire sent out evil flickers to all who enjoyed her warmth. The barbeque produced endless hot dogs, and the Little Red Schoolhouse housed games, the resident witch, coffee, tea hot chocolate and Halloween candy. The grand finale was at 8:30 p.m. with fireworks. Thank you to all the volunteers. The next meeting of the Ket-

Editor, The Times: I would like to thank Gary Mason for promoting the concept of a national park in the South Okanagan of B.C. He is correct in stating that this area represents one of the most important ecosystems of the world and includes nearly 60 federally listed endangered species. I have been familiar with this issue since my election in 2006 and have met with those on both sides of the debate. My conclusion is that the proposed

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Thursday, November 13, 2014 Boundary Creek Times

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Midgets lose two with light bench The Predator Midget team was on the road with a light bench—only nine players were in uniform—as they fell in two games on Saturday. In the morning they lost to Greater Trail1 in Rossland by a score of 8-0. In the afternoon they went against Greater Trail2 in Beaver Valley. Adam Tereshita scored the lone Predators goal with an assist to Captain Derik Launier. Greater Trail2 took the win 151. Last Sunday the Predator Atoms enjoyed a game where everything clicked – beating the Kaslo Winter Hawks 12-6. Danny Macfarlane scored four goals. Three goals and one assist to Aiden Colin. Charles Foy and Wade McDonald each had

two goals and an assist. A goal and an assist went to Max MacQueen, and Savannah Elliot got an assist. At 2 p.m. the Greater Trail1 Wolverines bested the Predator Pee Wee’s by a score of 7-3. Goals went to Sarah MacDonald, Rylonn Elliot and Ben Macfarlane. Assists to Ben Macfarlane, Hannah Corfe and Marcus Getz. The next game for the Pee Wee team is at noon at Midway arena against Grand Forks1. The Atoms will play Greater Trail 1 in Rossland on Saturday, Nov. 22 and play host to Nelson on Nov. 23 on home ice. The Midgets next game is an away matchup on Saturday, Nov. 22 against Nelson. They return to home ice on Sunday, Dec. 7.

( Right) Aiden Colin shares a high five with the coach during the Predator Atom’s win over Kaslo last weekend in Midway arena.

(Below) Predator Rylonn Elliot scores in a game against Nakusp on Nov. 2 in the Midway arena. The two Pee Wee teams fought to a 5-5 draw.

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The second annual Kettle Wildlife Association 22 rifle shoot for youth was held recently at the club range behind the Rock Creek landfill. KWA members brought out their rifles and took on the role of shooting coach and mentor, with one member assigned to each youngster at the firing line. The kids were having a great time too, with smiles from ear to ear as they got to learn about range safety and practice their marksmanship. Following the morning shoot, hot dogs and chips were shared and prizes were awarded. First place, and $15, went to Sebastian Graham. Alex Metcalf placed second and took home $10. Katelyn Hesketh took third and was awarded $5. Eightyear-old Sonni Borgnetta won $5 for beFinishing in the money in the second annual youth 22 rifle shoot were Alex Metcalf ing the youngest first time shooter. (left), Sonni Borgnetta, Katelyn Hesketh and Sebastian Graham.

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Social media subject of presentation JAKE BIANIC

Boundary Creek Times Reporter

With technology changing by the second, people sometimes have a hard time keeping up, or know how to use it properly or appropriately. Jesse Miller, an international public speaker on the subject of social media awareness, held a presentation last Monday, Oct. 27 at Boundary Central Secondary School to help both parents and students better understand how social media affects their everyday lives. There was an afternoon session for West Boundary Grade 6-12 students and an eve-

ning session for parents and community members. “We shouldn’t worry about protecting our children on the Internet,” Miller said. “We should be worried about making sure our children are literate on the Internet. Literacy implies that they have a working knowledge of how things occur online, how their networks are shaped and, at the end of the day, when they are connecting with people, they have to realize not everyone is their friend. “What they share online can be used as a commodity and [the Internet] is something that can be used as a tool to hurt or

a tool that can help lift them up, but they have to realize what that means.” There can be real life consequences to what you do on the Internet, Miller said. He cited examples such as a potential employer or team coach looking up an online profile and seeing a compromising photo or statement, which might lead to lost opportunities. Remember the old private photo album of you being a baby in that bathtub? “Online, people and kids want to have others affirm and like them. We put them online and say ‘like the photo of my [child]’. But every aspect of your kids’ life doesn’t have to be digitized and doesn’t have to be put online.” Miller said the Internet has made us more connected but, at the same time, more disconnected. “It allows us to see things in different ways, lets us check in on people from afar, but the reality is if you

“We build the road, and the road builds us”

Thank You

Thank you to all those in the Boundary Area and beyond who have stepped forward to assist and support our family as we journey down a challenging road. We are blessed indeed to be a part of such a compassionate circle of communities. Your kindness and grace lights our path and keeps our spirits lifted. On Nov. 11, twelve people gathered at the Phoenix cenotaph to read over the names and honour the 15 men listed on the memorial. Poetry and stories were read and a bonfire lit in their memory.

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Rock Creek plans light-up Come share the beginnings of the Christmas season. Not content with lighting up a single tree in the Rock Creek Market grounds, this year the Discover Rock Creek Society is planning to light up the whole town as they are sponsoring their inaugural Community Christmas Light-up. Prizes are $100 for first, $50 for second and third place will win $25. To register for contest

have a kid beside you on the couch and you have no idea what they’re doing on their device you are extremely distant from the reality of what they’re doing even though you’re only five feet away.” Each family has different values and when it comes down to it we have to change how we parent our kids, he added. “The Internet will teach them, but if we can find new ways to bridge the gaps, and make them more aware of the realities of the world, our kids will become more empathetic, more aware, and will become digital learners who will really strive to branch out, and that’s what we should all aim for.” Parents must insist they have a place in their children’s life—both online and off. They need to know how their kids are doing and how they’re feeling; rather than discover these things on the Internet when it’s too late, Miller advised. If you want to learn more about Jesse Miller and what he has to say, check out his website, www.mediatedreality.com.

consideration, call Pat Pownall at 250-528-0227. Judging will take place Monday, Dec. 15. “Let’s light up our community,” Pownall said. The Christmas Light-up will take place this year on Sunday, Nov. 23 from 3-5 p.m. Supper is available by donation and they will be accepting non-perishable food donations for the community.

Popsicles in November What a difference a week makes! Eduan and Charlotte Naude enjoying popsicles on the 10th of November. PHOTO: PAT KELLY

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Brand food, says Ross A popular song right after the First World War asked the question, “How Ya Gonna Keep ‘em Down on the Farm (After They’ve Seen Paree?)”. While it doesn’t have quite the same ring to it, today the question often asked is: “How are you going to get shoppers to return to buying local produce after they’ve seen edible pod peas from China?” Finding the answer to the question is important for local farmers and it was the topic of keynote speaker Colleen Ross at the West Boundary Fall Food Forum Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Midway Seniors’ Centre. Ross, who now lives on a 7.5-acre farm in the Grand Forks area, talked of a project she was involved with when she lived near Ottawa that worked to develop and market a brand for the farms in the Ottawa region. “The talk in this room, in this place today, will be about how we can brand the food that is grown in the Boundary region,” she told the Times before

the day began. “First we discover what we can be proud of and what we can celebrate. Then we figure out how we can market it. Because farmers in this area are struggling, we need to make people in the community excited about food that is grown in the Boundary region.” The day-long event was sponsored by the West Boundary Sustainable Foods and Resources Society (FAR). There were also talks scheduled on seed saving, four-season harvesting, dehydrating and garlic. Leda Fair is president of the society; the event was organized by Vivien Browne. Browne later told the Times that plans are afoot for a monthly gathering to continue the conversation around local food sustainability. Colleen Ross was the keynote speaker at the West Boundary Fall Food Forum last Saturday in Midway – advocating for stronger ties between consumers and Boundary-area farmers.

Recruiters meet at BCSS to talk to students

Okanagan and Selkirk Colleges, Trinity Western and the Canadian Forces to provide information to students seeking higher education, programs and trades. Cpl. Laura Matern, with the 44 Engineer Squadron 39 Combat Engineers out of Trail, said there are reserve unit opportunities for students while they are still in high school. “One weeknight a month—one exercise a month earns them an extra $200 a month,” she said. “You can even go away for training or tasking for the entire summer vacation.” She said there are units in Trail (combat engineer) and Kelowna (armoured). “It’s not about going overseas. it’s just about serving your country and I think it is important to serve your country,” she said. Okanagan College sent two recruiters, one from their business administration school and the another to cover everything else. With campuses in Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton, Okanagan College is set to embark on a $33-million expansion to their trades and apprenticeship Students got to talk face-to-face with someone who has already travelled the post-secondary programs. Selkirk College also offers path last week as recruiters came to BCSS to explain options. What do you want to be when you grow up? This is a question that gets asked of young kids when they are three or five or maybe even seven years old; but the question takes on a great deal more importance for a 17- or 18-year-old high school student. Do you want a trade certificate? How

about a diploma—that’ll take two years. A degree will set you back four years. And which institution are you going to choose? To help the Grade 11 and 12 students sort it all out, BCSS held a post secondary institution day last Friday in the gym. Student recruiters were there from Simon Fraser University, Thompson Rivers,

close-to-home post-secondary opportunities. While most programs are offered at their Castlegar and Nelson campuses, they also offer courses at the Grand Forks campus. They are particularly proud of their Rural Pre-Med program. Tuition and living costs are lower than at a big-city university and Selkirk offers scholarships and awards for students from the region. Simon Fraser University (SFU) offers academic four-year bachelors degrees, with over 100 academic programs in eight faculties. They are well known for their interdisciplinary programs that draw information from different disciplines. SFU is also the only non-American University to compete in the NCAA. They have three campuses on the Lower Mainland: Burnaby, downtown Vancouver and Surrey. The main campus for Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is in Kamloops, augmented by a campus in Williams Lake offering two-year programs and foundations for trades as well as regional centres throughout their catchment area. TRU is a comprehensive university offering certificates, diplomas, full degree programs and foundation apprenticeships for trades. As the recruiter from TRU said, “The day gives students a chance to do their research and find the university that fits them best.”

How to Improve Life for Rural Canadians Canada Post became a Crown Corporation to improve network services. The Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association (CPAA) wants to ensure this multi-billion dollar public network remains viable and able to serve the public. We have found a way to make this sustainable. A recent study shows that nearly half of post offices outside of Canada’s big cities are in communities with no bank or credit union. In those communities that still have a bank or a credit union, many residents have to contend with limited, part-time banking hours. Our survey of Canada’s 3,300 rural post offices: “Why Post Offices should offer banking services” is available for free download at: http://bit.ly/1r8U3fj. Offering financial services in post offices would create a new revenue stream for Canada Post. Equally important, it would benefit numerous communities in Canada whose residents, in order to get to a bank or credit union, are forced to travel long distances. That costs time and money and stifles economic development. Many other countries similar to Canada, such as the United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, Japan, Italy and New Zealand, have very successful banking services right in their post offices. We, at CPAA, believe that our study is significant because of the value of this public asset. Canada Post is uniquely positioned to offer financial services throughout rural Canada. When Canada Post can make more money and offer more services to Canadians who need them, we have a perfect opportunity. Let’s not lose it. Please Support Rural Canada. Write to Lisa Raitt, the Minister in charge of Canada Post, and ask her to make this happen. Her letter of suggestion can be found at: http://bit.ly/1pxhMVZ. CPAA represents over 8,700 employees of Canada Post who work in over 3,300 rural post offices across Canada. These offices make up over 50% of all postal outlets. Our membership, consisting of 95% women, serves communities in every province.

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