Salmon Arm Observer, December 24, 2014

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Christmas

This week The Observer shares some children’s letters to the big guy at the North Pole. See A9-A13.

MP Colin Mayes reflects on the past year and his final holiday season in Ottawa. See A8.

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Wednesday, December 24, 2014 Salmon Arm Observer

Prices shift at Shuswap pumps

Gas: Costs have stabilized in the region, Kamloops remains lower.

By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

Shuswap residents are seeing an unusual trend develop at the gas pump this Christmas– one that Jim Kimmerly hopes will continue into the new year.

Over the past month or so, gas prices have been falling steadily across the country. As of Dec. 17, the average cost per litre of regular in B.C. was $1.79 and in Canada $1.9 (in Alberta, gas can be purchased for as low as 82.9 cents). In Kamloops, gas could be had for as low as 96.9 cents, while in the Shuswap, the price was $1.09.9.

While this higherthan-average price may not be a surprise to locals, a big difference is how the price compares to neighbouring communities. In Vernon, Enderby and even Kelowna, regular was selling for $1.08.9.

Kimmerly’s response: now’s a good time to buy gas.

But the Salmon Arm chamber president points out another big difference – the time it has taken Shuswap dealers to drop their prices in comparison to dealers in neighbouring communities.

“The reaction time is

quite quick,” said Kimmerly. “I noticed when Vernon and them went down to $1.08, we were around $1.14 or something. It was only a day or so and then ours started to come down.”

Since the summer, the chamber has been campaigning to bring parity to the pumps in the Shuswap. This has been driven largely by the desire to see people stay in the area and support local businesses.

During the fall, a parallel campaign began, driven by Ernie Scheil and others whose frustration over being gouged at the pump had reached a tipping point.

Kimmerly wonders if what we’re now seeing is a result, of petroleum companies recognizing local pricing has to be more in synch with the surrounding area.

“For a company to make a change part way through the year on their gas pricing policy in this case, it’s probably quite difficult because they’re directed to meet their year-end targets,” suggested Kimmerly.

“So maybe they’ve accomplished that and are not too worried about that for the time being and they’ve started to get more sensitive to the pricing in the sur-

ping trip out of town with some people staying here rather than going to Vernon or Kelowna, or what have you, if the gas part of the equation is eliminated… and that’s good. I hope that stays that way. That’s exactly what we wanted,” said Kimmerly.

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Along with the campaign, the chamber has been helping to facilitate the establishment of an independent dealership in Salmon Arm to stimulate greater competition. Kimmerly says that opportunity may lessen if current retailers remain competitive, but whether this trend continues remains to be seen. He is certain, however, that gas prices will eventually go up

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School bomb threat a hoax Shuswap Middle: Police, administration investigate incident.

By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

Police and School District #83 staff are attempting to identify the person responsible for inking a bomb threat on the wall of a school washroom, which prompted a school-wide evacuation on Dec. 17.

Shuswap Middle School students returned to school Thursday, Dec. 18, one day after an RCMP police dog searched the school and found nothing after the bomb threat was discovered earlier that day.

“RCMP have given the ‘all clear’ for students to return to Shuswap Middle School tomorrow. The school was searched and it was determined there was not a threat from a bomb,” states a release from School District #83 last Wednesday afternoon.

“That written threat, that was all we found,” said Staff Sgt. Kevin

Keane of the Salmon Arm RCMP detachment. “We consider the threat level low, but the response level is high to err on the side of caution.”

Students were walked to the South Broadview Elementary School gym as a temporary measure and were released to parents or bused home from there once it became clear that it would take at least the school day to search and clear the building.

“The school district would like to thank the RCMP for their quick, professional help, as well as thanks to school staff and the parents. School Principal Silke Yardley adds a very special thanks to the 600-plus students at the school who were extremely well mannered and helpful during the evacuation,” states the information from School District #83.

Keane also offered praise to the school

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“Police would like to congratulate school staff for the professional handling of the situation,” added Keane.

The school district is encouraging anyone with information about the threat to talk to school administration.

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For that reason, the department is looking for men and women over the age of 19, who have a job and are If you can stand the heat, the Salm- more likely to stay in town and with on Arm Fire Department would like the department. to meet you.

“We don’t want someone to show The paid, on-call department is up here and have to leave after a couconducting a recruitment drive. ple of months,” he adds.

Assistant Fire Chief Rod MacfarMacfarlane is adamant that women lane says fire department officials are very welcome to answer the call, like to have a complement of some as others have in the past.

20 firefighters at each of their four “We have had four women in the halls – Hall 1 in Canoe, Hall 2 on department and they all enjoyed it,” North Broadview, Hall 3 he says. “We were lucky downtown and Hall 4 in to have had them; they Gleneden. proved themselves to be While the numbers are very valuable firefightgood at halls 2 and 3, the ers.” other two halls are short When the first woman about six firefighters each. joined the department Macfarlane says the many years ago, Macfardowntown and North lane says there was a bit Broadview halls are loof an issue. But the macated where the majority Rod Macfarlane turity level has improved AssistAnt Fire and everyone is welcome of residents reside.

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CHieF committed,” he says of “We don’t show favouthe Canoe and Gleneden ritism, they’re just one of halls. “They stretch their commitment the crew, just another firefighter.” and they end up on duty more than Macfarlane realizes the recruitthey deserve.” ment training program, at almost a Macfarlane says it takes about a year long, is a major commitment for year to fully train firefighters on fight- people. ing fires and on firefighting strategy.

“But the number-one thing is all of “You have to know the strategy and a sudden, you’re a member of a large tactics to fight a fire, and all the train- family,” says the longtime fire departing leads toward that goal,” he says. ment member. “People are willing to “We need to make sure recruits are do a lot for each other, and the lonwell-trained and can safely and effec- ger you’re here, the bigger the family tively respond to fires.” grows.”

And the training does not come Anyone who is up to the challenge cheap. Just to get recruits into fire is invited to call the administration turnout gear costs $2,000 for the office at 250-803-4060, or drop in at pants and coat alone. The hat is $250, one of the halls when Tuesday traingloves are $100 and boots are another ing sessions are underway, from 7 to $350. The pager is an additional $450. 9 p.m.

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Johnson returns to her role as school board chair

By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

Experience counted at the inaugural School District #83 board meeting where two of the longest-standing

board members were elected chair and vicechair.

Salmon Arm trustee Bobbi Johnson was reelected as chair at the meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the Dis-

trict Education Centre.

Michel Saab, who also represents Salmon Arm on the board, was elected as vice-chair.

Long term vice-chair Chris Coers was again nominated for the po-

sition but she turned it down, saying she appreciated having her name put forward but had “too much on my plate right now.”

Coers was thanked by the board for her

exemplary service as vice-chair over the last years.

Other school board members include Barry Chafe, representing Sicamous/Malakwa, Debbie Evans for Falk-

land/Deep Creek, Bob Fowler for Armstrong, Larissa Lutjen for North Shuswap, Kelly Rowe for Armstrong and Jenn Wilchuk for Carlin/Sorrento. Rowe and Lutjen are the only

rookies on the board, with all the others having served previous terms.

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The 2015 Property Assessment Notices will be mailed by the B.C. Assessment Authority in early January 2015. Please contact the B.C. Assessment Authority’s Kelowna office at 1-866-825-8322 (1-866-valueBC) if you have not received your 2015 Property Assessment Notice by January 15, 2015.

HAVE YOU MOVED? Remember to advise City Hall of your new mailing address. Each year, many undeliverable utility and property tax notices are returned to the City, often resulting in late payment charges.

CHRISTMAS HOURS PUBLIC NOTICE SALMON ARM MUSEUM AND HERITAGE ASSOCIATION Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of the City of Salmon Arm to renew the Fee for Service and Lease Agreement with the Salmon Arm Museum and Heritage Association.

Legal: Part of the NE ¼, Section 18, Township 20, Range 9, W6M, KDYD, except Plan B116, B542 and 1903.

Civic: 751 Hwy 97B NE General Terms and Conditions: Fee for Service and Lease Agreement/Operation and Maintenance of the park and buildings.

Term: January 1, 2015 – December 31, 2019 Lease Fee: $1.00 per Term.

Fee for Service Rate for 2015: $104,000.00 Use property in conjunction with the stated objectives of the Lessee.

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2015 ANNUAL UTILITY BILLS Annual utility bills for water and sewer have been mailed. To qualify for the 10% discount, payment must be received at City Hall on or before 4:00 pm February 16, 2015. Post marks are not accepted as proof of payment.

Please note other dates to keep in mind as shown.

Dog Licences – discount date Annual Utility – discount date Annual Utility – to avoid penalty Metered Utility – to avoid penalty Property Tax Notices Mailed Property Taxes – to avoid penalty

February 16, 2015 February 16, 2015 July 2, 2015 15th of the month following billing Third week of May July 2, 2015

You can pay your property taxes and utility bills by internet and telephone banking services. You no longer need to stand in a line-up or carry cash. We readily accept post-dated cheques, and have a drop box to the left of the front doors of City Hall.

The Municipal Office and Fire Hall will be closed from December 25, 2014, to January 1, 2015, inclusive for the Christmas Season.

Payments received by 8:00 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2015, will be processed with a payment date of December 31, 2014. Postmarks ARE NOT accepted as date of payment.

For your convenience, a drop box is located to the left of the entrance doors to the City of Salmon Arm office.

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From Mayor Nancy Cooper, City Council and City of Salmon Arm Staff

BUSINESS LICENCE RENEWALS 2015 Business Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. Any business that did not receive a renewal notice should contact the Business Licence Department at 250-803-4003.

2015 PROPERTY TAX AND UTILITY NOTICES Pursuant to Section 245(1) of the Community Charter, outstanding balances in property taxes and annual or metered utilities at December 31, 2014, will be transferred to arrears taxes effective January 1, 2015. Arrears taxes are subject to interest at a rate prescribed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council in accordance with Section 11(3) of the Tax Act.

SNOW REMOVAL BYLAW Local businesses and residents of the Downtown Area are reminded of regulations contained in Snow Removal Bylaw No. 2030, as amended, directed towards snow and ice removal from public sidewalks and streets. See the City web site www. salmonarm.ca for more information.

GARBAGE & RECYCLING COLLECTION – HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Progressive Waste will not be collecting garbage or recycling on Thursday, December 25, 2014, or Thursday, January 1, 2015. Instead, collections will occur on Saturday, December 27, 2014, and Saturday, January 3, 2015.

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Wednesday, December 24, 2014 Salmon Arm Observer

FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH

Tracy Hughes

More wishful thinking Dear Santa, I’ve been a regular writer for some years now, so I’m sure you won’t be surprised to be receiving this missive. I’m back once again to make a few requests for the citizens of Salmon Arm. You should already be aware of how much the local kids enjoy the new playground equipment at Blackburn Park. The community, and notably the Rotary clubs, are still working to generate funds for the development of a spray park at the site, as well as adding a walking track and stationary fitness equipment. We could all use to move our bodies a little bit more, without the assistance of motors or reindeer. I probably don’t have to mention to you the risks of carrying around that paunch.

A little extra in the stocking of the Roots and Blues Festival to help them on their way to next summer’s festival would be super.

It’s a great event with plenty of economic spinoff for the community. Even better would be a whisper in the ear of some headlining musicians. Maybe you could subconsciously will them into agreeing to cut the festival some slack on their fees and play a set in the shadow of Mt. Ida. Sarah McLachlan? The Tragically Hip? Sam Roberts? Michael Franti? Arcade Fire? One of those acts must be in need of some good karma with Santa. And since it is a family-friendly festival, what about having a word with Raffi. He’d be awesome on the main stage. Who doesn’t love Baby Beluga? I’ve heard he’s quite a charitable and socially conscious guy. Maybe a word from you could persuade him to leave his Gulf Islands home and head to the Interior for a few tunes.

A little luck could also be sent to the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

The local team is sure working hard, but sadly they keep being on the losing end of a number of one-goal games. It seems the team’s point total isn’t reflecting their dedication. This is a hard-working bunch, that also does a lot of good in the community. It’d be nice to see a trip to the playoffs for them in the new year.

Another laudable initiative is the drive to create a performing arts centre in the community. A recent Vital Signs report by the Shuswap Community gave arts and culture an A grade, but a performing arts centre would cement this region’s reputation, offer a tremendous benefit to the current cultural scene and may attract additional opportunities. The Shuswap’s cultural A could turn into an A+ with a little boost.

Now Santa, this town has really gone all out to decorate and celebrate this season, but also has shown tremendous generosity in sharing their blessings with others who might be in need. Volunteers give hundreds of hours coaching children in sport, helping the needy, assisting seniors and raising money for medical equipment, literacy programs and all the hundreds of other good causes. We also open our hearts and our wallets when we hear of a family in need.

So be sure to offer a little extra in the stockings of those who make good things happen in our community all year long.

Merry Christmas.

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Editorial

Special wishes for holiday workers Christmas Day is tomorrow and for most of us, that means a day to spend with family and friends, a day to enjoy, eat, play and savour.

But the world does not shut down on Christmas Day, there are still jobs that need doing and people needed to do them.

Foremost in our minds are those who must maintain our emergency services during the holidays. Paramedics, firefighters, RCMP officers, nurses and doctors all forego time with their families to continue to serve the urgent-care needs of others, who may face a tragic or traumatic experience.

While these people deserve our thanks year-round, it is fitting for the rest of us to

take a few minutes and acknowledge their work or, even better, to thank them with a kind word or deed when they are out in the community.

In addition to those who serve in an emergency capacity, it would also be appropriate to take a few minutes to think of the other people working, some of whom work for low wages, to keep convenience stores open, gas pumps running, tow trucks operating, restaurants serving holiday meals and caregivers looking after seniors.

If you happen to run into someone who is working on the holidays, be sure to give them an extra smile and a Merry Christmas.

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The Observer asked: What is a must-have on your table for Christmas dinner?

Angelique Powell “I can’t do without cranberry sauce.”

Shawn Rogers “Ham – I love it.”

Horgan on climate, LNG and farmland BC VIEWS

Tom Fletcher

Following are highlights from Tom Fletcher’s year-end interview with NDP leader John Horgan. For an extended version, see the Opinion section at www.saobserver.net.

TF: The B.C. Liberal government has given every indication they’re going to proceed with the Site C dam on the Peace River. What do you think?

JH: I’ve always maintained that it’s a good project, but it’s a question of when to add another $8-9-10-12 billion onto the backs of ratepayers.

First of all, go to the B.C. Utilities Commission and find out if this is the power you need and if this is the time to build it. The government refuses to do that, and I think that’s just an Achilles heel in this process.

TF: You voted for the liquefied natural gas income tax to provide certainty, and then you immediately said you would work to increase the LNG tax in 2017, before any major project could be started. How is that certainty?

JH: I thought it was important that the investment community in this sector knew there was bipartisan support for LNG in British Columbia. But we went from a seven per cent [tax] to a 3.5 per cent because of a softening market.

If there is a decline in return to the province because of a softening market, then surely over a 25-year period – not just between now and 2017, but if the market conditions change and prices go up – I think British Columbians would want their government to make sure they were getting a fair share of that benefit.

TF: Why did you vote against the LNG environmental legislation?

JH: They said prior to the election that LNG would be the greenest in the world. And then when they tabled legislation they left out 70 per cent of

Karen Wilson “My Brother makes a wicked sweet potato casserole with pecans.”

the emissions from upstream activity.

TF: Gordon Campbell’s great goal for greenhouse gases, 33 per cent reduction by 2020, can that be reached assuming a substantial LNG development?

JH: I find it difficult to believe that they’re going to achieve those results.

[Environment Minister] Mary Polak has a different point of view, and our job as Opposition is to hold them accountable to the numbers that they passed into law, and we’re going to do that.

One of the three sectors, housing, energy and transportation, where emission profiles can be managed downward is transportation. And the government has wasted 18 months talking about a referendum on [Metro Vancouver transit.]

TF: What’s your top priority for 2015?

JH: I think the public is going to increasingly find affordability issues to be the challenge. We didn’t spend as much time as I had hoped to on hydro rate increases and ICBC. When the government balanced the budget, they did it by selling assets, and by increasing costs at their Crown corporations and then pulling that revenue in for budget purposes.

We’re going to have to use new technologies and means of communication to better explain to people what the government’s doing to them.

TF: What should happen with the agricultural land reserve?

JH: I don’t think there was a groundswell of opposition to the ALR. Quite the opposite in fact, and the commission has, in my opinion, infinite flexibility to meet the demands of development in northern areas as well as urban centres.

I’m going to make sure that [agriculture critic] Lana Popham, who as you know is fearless on this issue, is let loose on [Agriculture Minister] Norm Letnick, and we’re going to dog this issue up to the next election.

Raena Brown “Mocha truffles that I make.”

Cecille Richards “Turkey for me, ham for my husband and stuffing.”

Site C dam only serves greed The approval of the Site ‘C’ dam, which will scar the beautiful Peace Valley forever, is not the Christmas present the majority of British Columbians have been lusting for all year.

Our government, led by an individual who failed to win a seat in the 2013 election, has abandoned its mandate to serve the electorate while continuing to bow and scrape to big business interests. Ms. Clark vowed publicly to “restore public trust in government” and mentioned repeatedly that “putting families first” was at the core of her agenda.

How on earth will spending $9 billion, a conservative Liberal estimate, on a project that

benefits an unsustainable energy industry, achieve public trust in government and put families first?

Might a bit of that outpouring of largesse by the Clark government upon corporate interests be better put toward assisting poorer families in one of the wealthiest provinces, but also the one with the highest poverty rate in Canada and one of only two with no plan to reduce it?

Or could some of that bounty be used to elevate the deplorable living conditions in a majority of aboriginal communities in the province to an acceptable level something that is considered to be one’s right by the rest of society and is enshrined in

the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Or is that a bit much to ask of a political party that has seemingly formed an administration solely to benefit multinational corporations whose only mission is to honour the gods Profit & Greed and has no interest whatsoever in humanitarian issues?

What else ought I to expect from a government that has no idea what the ‘Precautionary Principle’ is or has any motivation to ask for public input from its constituents as to how they might prefer to spend $9 billion?

Edgar Murdoch

Dam will prove positive for B.C. Our parents and grandparents had the foresight to support the construction of a network of hydroelectric dams that now supply us with some of the cleanest, lowest cost electricity in the world. They electrified B.C. and positioned us nicely for the economic success we enjoy today.

Now it’s time for our generation to add to that hydroelectric network and pay it forward by

building the long-planned Site C dam.

Although Site C will not supply all of the electricity we’re going to need in the future, it will provide the new firm energy supply that will allow us to maximize the contributions from other renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, geothermal, and “low-head” hydro.

With a little bit of effort and political will, B.C. could easily be 100 per cent powered by sustainable, green, renewable energy and still have plenty left over to share with others not so fortunate to have the renewable energy resources we have here in B.C.

Jessica Verheyden

Site C becomes Clark’s quest for glory Once upon a time Premier Christy Clark was content to play the leading lady in that farcical BC Liberal mini-series, “Calamity Jane Goes to Victoria.” When Clark was defeated in her Point Grey riding, she was forced to find a safe seat.

She chose Westside-Kelowna, the bastion of conservative values and the ancestral home of the fabled Bennett clan.

Clark has become enthralled

with the mythical legacy of the late Premier ‘Wacky’ Bennett, the renowned builder of dams.

Although times have changed, Christy Clark has become drunk on her dream of becoming another mega-project builder. She is charging hell bent for leather into the Peace River Valley with the same pig-headed bravado demonstrated by General George Custer when he attacked at Little Bighorn.

Perhaps this damn $9 billiondollar mega project will also come to be known as Premier Clark’s last stand. Hopefully the First Nations people of Peace River will cut Clark’s hyper-inflated ambitions down to size with court challenges and judicial judgments before British Columbians are up to their necks in red ink.

Lloyd Atkins

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1924

St. John’s Church, Salmon Arm, was filled on Sunday last with a congregation which overflowed into the new annex, amply demonstrating the need of this additional seating capacity for special occasions. The morning service consisted of choral matins with Holy Communion and sermon, followed by the solemn dedication of the new altar and the side chapel.

1934

For the amount of business done in the Salmon Arm, there is little effort to make the town attractive at Christmas time. Other towns have their evergreens and lights, but not Salmon Arm. Beer’s store is the exception. It has two windows with pretty displays, one of the wise men and the other of the manger.

1944

In Frank Farmer, the district’s new reeve, the voters have chosen the youngest man yet to hold that office. Frank is only 30 years old and has been a resident here for 18 years, coming from England and settling in South Canoe. The family has since gone on to move to New Zealand but Frank is more than happy with his decision to stay here. A few month ago, he purchased the Front Street Grocery Store, which by all accounts is quite successful, and he has his own orchestra which keeps him busy several nights a week. He married Miss Pauling of North Canoe and they have one baby.

1954

Chances of having a further dusting of snow on Christmas Eve this year have never been better, according to Salmon Arm weatherman Ernest Doe, who reports the barometer is dropping and all indications point to snow on the way. In 10 of the last 27 years it has snowed on Christmas Eve. Over the years, 1950 is the only year on record as being totally green, though on others there has been the odd year when the white stuff was hardly sufficiently deep to satisfy Santa, let alone the city’s children.

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MP reflects on last year in Parliament

By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

It’s not the work North Okanagan Shuswap MP Colin Mayes will miss when he retires from federal politics.

“What I found in life is that the things that last are the relationships you have with the people you work with,” he says, noting he has fond memories of working with people in Salmon Arm City Hall when he was mayor, and has developed a good network of contacts and friends in MPs from across the country. “All legislation is part of your work, but the relationships you build, those are the things that last.”

Musing on what his legacy as a member of Parliament will be, Mayes says that he got things done.

“I think I can say that in good conscience when I see all the new road work, water and sewer sanitation projects and water infrastructure in various communities like Chase,” he says, noting the projects and the new pool in Armstrong and highway improvements in Vernon give him a sense of satisfaction.

Mayes said it is good to be part of a government that has a focused policy on taxation and is trying to get more money back into Canadians’ pockets.

He extols the prime minister’s efforts on the global scene to better the lives of women and children, and says the maternal care program has seen three million children vaccinated and reaching the age of five, thanks to Canadian dollars and efforts.

In response to why this country was so long in contributing to the fight against Ebola in West Africa, Mayes says his own angst about the matter, given that his daughter Bev Kauffeldt has put her own life on the line in Liberia with Samaritan’s Purse, was put to rest at a briefing with the depart-

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“It’s interesting, because I kind of grabbed a hold of that and asked ‘why is that taking so long,’” Mayes says. “I gave them both barrels.”

He says he backed down when he heard the Canadian government is dealing with 350,000 Ukrainian refugees as well as 1.2 million Iraqi and Syrian refugees.

“They said we dealt with those two and didn’t suspect Ebola would spread the way it did. It has always been isolated before,” says Mayes. “I can now understand; they had to find the manpower, the dollars and the capacity to respond.”

In terms of the intense anger many Canadians are expressing toward the prime minister, Mayes says the biggest challenge for a government that has been in power for a long time is the Canadian tradition of changing government every 10 years.

“But, you have to be careful what you change it for,” he says, pointing to former Conservative prime minister Brian Mulroney’s GST, NAFTA (North American Free Trade Act) and acid rain legislation. “He was said to be the most green prime minister Canada ever had but, at the end of his career, there was

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lots of dislike. That’s what happens when you’re doing things.”

Mayes says his government has modernized federal services, with Employment Insurance services and Veterans’ Services going online.

“If there is a problem, there’s people there to help,” he says, noting services to veterans in Vernon are now provided in Service Canada, where a rep is available to help. “It’s a transition, and a recent report said Canada is one of the most technically advanced in terms of government.”

Mayes says his government has lowered taxes, resulting in the lowest taxes in 50 years and infrastructure investment is the largest in 50 years.

“For the first time in modern history, the Canadian middle class is better off than the American,” he says. “You have to say we gotta be doing something right.”

Mayes is also proud of the introduction of the 10-year passport and the Nexus program that gives Canadians easier passage at the border with the U.S. He says a lot of the good things his government does falls under the radar.

“With our lower taxes and childcare credit, we estimate an

average family of four now has $7,000 more in their pockets,” he says. “A UNICEF report says the child poverty rate in Canada decreased during the recession, with roughly 180,000 children being pulled out of poverty.”

Mayes says the number of Canadians living below the low-income cutoff is now at its lowest level ever at 8.8 per cent.

“Since 2006, there are 225,000 fewer children living in poverty and that’s since we were elected. Where that’s coming from is the 1.2 million jobs that have been created,” he says. “When you provide jobs you help families and we’ve been doing that. For UNICEF to say that, it’s not the government patting ourselves on the back.”

Unsure of what lies ahead for him and his wife, Jacquie, Mayes says the couple is thankful for their good health and looking for new opportunities.

Mayes acknowledges Jacquie has been a great asset during his almost decade-long time as MP. “I think people often appreciate her more than me,” he says, crediting Jacquie with having had a big influence on the support given to spouses of diplomatic corps members and senators. “We’ve enjoyed doing this together and I think it’s important for people to see two people can live together and work together.”

Mayes maintains the hardest thing personally about being an MP and why he will not run again is because he is tired of being away from home.

“I don’t recognize anyone, my oldest grandson is 15 and will be gone someday soon – I just want to be home,” he says.

“I know not everybody supports our policies, but people have been kind to us and it has been an honour serving our constituents. It has been a great experience.”

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Letters to Santa Hello Santa, My name is Jenn. I want a doll. How are your reindeer? Nanny needs a little more markers.

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My name is Daxs. I would a sled with wheels and skis too. I want a Thomas Toy too.

From Daxs Dear Santa My name is Nevaeh. I would like Santa to bring me purple. I like to play with my sister.

From Nevaeh Dear Santa My name is Armaam. I want a toy car and my Dad can play with it. I also want a Power Rangers Morffer and I want some red shoes.

From Armaam Dear Santa Do you have a snowmen’s head?? I want Santa to bring me presents. I want a Monster Truck. A lighting MacQuinn Monster Truck.

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Hello Santa My name is Nash. I would like some toys. I would like a Lightin MacQuin Flashlight. I want a Lighting MacQuinn bed too.

From Nash Dear Santa My name is Tahauni. I want presents. I want purple, pink and yellow presents. I want orange presents too. I want candy canes too.

From Tahauni Hello Santa My name is Taryn. What is Santa’s pet? Must be Reindeer. I would like a toy pony I could ride. My dad put up Christmas lights outside. They are blue, green, orange, yellow and red. love from your friend Taryn Dear Santa My name is Grayson.

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Dear Santa My name is Brooklyn. I want a bow arrow. I am going to shoot animals. I also want a Monster toy.

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Letters to Santa Dear Santa, My name is Taryn. I will be good.

My dads name is uncle Chris. My mom is named Auntie Chelsie. My sister is Alix.

For Christmas I would like some cake and treasures. I will leave the reindeer some watermelon. I always like strawberry yogurt too!

Love Taryn Dear Santa, My name is Rykee. I would like a toy Santa. I would like a guinea pig like Pumpkin. I will make cookies for you and leave water for your reindeer. I love you santa and will wave at you. By Santa Love Rykee (aka Ryker) Hi Sana I really like your reindeer. My name is Silas it starts with a snake.

I would like santa to bring Platypus! They ahve two feet to hop.

Our garage door is broken. It only goes up, so be careful! I love you Santa.

Silas Dear Santa, I would like a special Jewellery box that is all my own. I would also like a vacuum so I can help mommy. I have been a little bit of a good girl. I will leave you cookies, milk and carrots. I will leave apples for the horses too!

Love Maddison

really good until Christmas but sometimes its hard. Charlie loves to play too and says Hi, we will leave you treats on Christnas Eve :) My mom put a picture of me in for you too, Merry Christmas Santa.

Love Serenity Dear Santa, I would like, 1. Choclate 2. Case fir nt u pad 3. Speacker 4. my ears Perst 5. Art cit 6. Candy corn 7. bom box 8. Stufeys 9. hand sanataser 10. Dork dire Love Max Leslie PS I was wandering if you could leave one of my little presits beside me. THANK YOU Dear Santa I would like long skiing socks, National geographic Boos, a Science Kit, a Blue house coat and a Happy Happy Christmas.

Love Katie, age 7

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To: Santa for Christmas can you get me so cool please. I would like a Doc Mobile please and a BookmarK to PLease I would like a Orbees and Beados PLease.

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I would like Skylanders Trap Team.

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Dear Santa, My name is Serenity and I am 4 yrs old. I started school this year and I like to run around and play with my friends.

I love to paint and my dog Charlie.

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Dear Santa I would like a Belle dress, it’s yellow and an Ahna dress that is green. I also like a Rapunzel dress which is purple. I love princesses.

My mommy I think wants a new shiny ring.

I have a big Olaf outside my house in the front yard. I have a special Santa key for you, I will leave it on my doorstep I think you will see it. I will ask my Mom if that is a good spot.

Love Darienne, 4 yrs.

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Dear Santa I would like a Big Foot Monster Truck for Christmas, the one that is named Fast Tracks.

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I will be in Hawaii this year where the sea turtles live but you can leave my totys at my hous. My Mom says when she was little and went to Hawaii Santa brought the gifts on a surf board.

Love Milo, 4 yrs.

Dear Santa For Christmas I would like all Elsa and Anna stuff please. My brother would like all lightening McQueen stuff. He will also like Mike the Knight please. I will leave you some milk and cookies.

Love Aurora, 4 yrs.

Hello Santa I hope you are doing good. Can I have a new drum, a brown one.

I also would like a spiderman truck that goes up and down.

Bink my dog would like a new fish squeaky thing. On the table I will leave you milk and chocolate chip cookies.

Love Finn, 4 yrs.

Dear Santa I would like Queen Elsa in the blue dress and Princess Ahna in the pink dress. I would also like the other frozen characters. Please bring a Christmas tree for my Grandma and a snowman stuffie for my Gandpa.

Melissa wants some stockings with goodies and Dylan wants some decorations for his room. Darcy wants a drum and Brndon wants some tools. I will see you at Christmas.

Love Sunni, 4 yrs. lHi Santa My mom wants some tools. Dad just got tools so he wants some more tools. I want Santa to bring me some cars blue, red and every color.

I love lots of treats.

I am going to get some fruit and stuff for Santa with my Mom and Dad. Love Logan, 3 yrs.

Dear Santa I would like a barbie for Christmas and a toy puppy that wags his tail and walks. I want to teach my puppy to roll around. I will leave you a kiss. I will put my stocking by my tree.

Love Layla, 4 yrs.

Dear Santa I would like a Elsa blue dress for Christmas, I also want an Anna one which is green.

My little sister wants Olaf.

She really likes Olaf. I have lights on my house. I want a kitten and baby puppy for real.

Love Tenley, 4 yrs.

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The tale of the dietician who stole Christmas HEALTHY BITES

Serena Caner The people of Salmon Arm liked Christmas a lot…

But the dietitian, Who lived just north, Did NOT! The dietitian hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season!

Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason.

It could be her head wasn’t screwed on just right.

It could be, perhaps, that her pants were too tight.

But I think that the most likely reason of all, May have been that her stomach was two sizes too small.

Whatever the reason, Her pants or her tummy, She stood there on Christmas Eve, hating everything yummy, Staring down from her cave with a sour, evil frown, At the warm, lighted windows below in the town.

For she knew every one down in their suites, Was busy now, baking wonderful treats.

“And they’re using real butter,” she snarled with a sneer, “Their cholesterol is growing! A heart attack is near!”

Then she growled, with her bony fingers nervously drumming, “I MUST find some way to stop Christmas from coming!”

For Tomorrow, she knew, all would sit down to feast.

And they’d feast.

And they’d feast. And they’d feast, feast, feast.

They would feast on turkey, mashed potatoes and pie.

Something the dietitian thought made you die!

And then they’d do something she liked least of all.

They’s sit on the couch, and not move at all. The food they’d eaten would cause them all pain.

They’d gain. And

they’d gain. And they’d gain, gain, gain.

But when the night came, it was not what she expected.

People’s portions were reasonable, second helpings rejected Their plates were brimming with veggies

and spice Dessert was taken, but only a slice And then after dinner instead of watching TV, They took headlamps to Larch Hills and went for a ski!

Then the dietitian thought of something she hadn’t yet clued into.

“Maybe Christmas,” she thought, “isn’t all about food.”

And what happened

then? Well…in Salmon Arm they say, That the dietitan’s belly grew three sizes that day.

And the minute her attitude wasn’t quite so uptight,

She baked gingerbread cookies all through the night, And went to a party, ate some food at the feast. And she, she herself, the dietitian carved the roast beast.

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Cooper qualifies for Worlds Gold rush: Selkirks complete impressive medal haul in Kamloops

Lace ’em up Girls five to 18 years who want to try hockey are welcome to attend a Lace Em Up session from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 30. For more information, see the Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association website. SAMHA is holding a special meeting for all interested parents regarding the formation of an all-female novice/ atom team also on Dec. 30 at 3 p.m. in the conference room at Shaw Centre. For further information, contact SAMHA female director Val Kloska at valy8259@hotmail.com.

Polar bear swim The Selkirk Swimming Club is picking up where the Shuswap Swimming Club left off, holding a polar bear swim on Thursday, Jan. 1. The chilly swim will start at 10:45 a.m., but swimmers are encouraged to be at Canoe Beach at 10:30 a.m.

Larch Hills ski events Larch Hills Nordic Skiers’ Lantern Ski will take place Tuesday, Dec. 30 from 5 to 9 p.m. The Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet will take place on Saturday, Jan. 17 starting at 9 a.m. Children in grades three to seven are encouraged to dress up in their best pirate costume for the Pirate Loppet on Friday, Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, go to www.skilarchhills.ca.

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Bree Cooper competed in the prestigious and highly competitive JP Fiset swim event that hosts several top Western Canadian swim teams, from Dec. 12 to 14 in Edmonton.

Cooper had an amazing start to the meet, qualifying third in the morning preliminaries for the 100-metre breaststroke with a personal best time, and won gold in the final heat.

Her time in the 100m breaststroke qualifies her to swim at the World Championship Trials meet in Toronto in April.

Cooper followed that up with a silver medal in the 50-m breaststroke, where she again met the Canadian Trials standard. Cooper then earned a bronze medal in her speciality, the 100-m butterfly.

Cooper had two fourth-place finishes as well in an exciting weekend of swimming.

Cooper trains locally but travels regularly to West Kelowna to train.

She now turns her attention to the Western Canadian Cham-

pionships in March in Edmonton, and then World Game Trials in Toronto in April.

Cooper, who is in Grade 12, will swim for Simon Fraser University next year.

The Selkirk swim team recently attended a large swim meet in Kamloops that hosted more than 20 teams, many from the Coast and Alberta, in the largest meet of the year.

The 16-member team brought back eight gold medals for a total of 23 medals in all.

The team was led

by Jacob Rambo, who dominated the 11- and 12-year-old category with four gold medals, three silver and a bronze.

In the 13 and 14 girls, Chantel Jeffrey, Molly Fogarty, Morgan Rasmuson and Lilli Rakose had a great meet – led by Jeffrey’s fivemedal performance including a national age group qualifying 100m butterfly swim.

Fogarty, 13, continued her break out season and also achieved a national age group qualifying time in the

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Vienna The magic of

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amloops Symphony brings the sounds from the “city of music” to the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre with their performance of The Magic of Vienna.

Vienna is considered the music capital of the world.

More famous composers have lived there than any other city, including Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven and Brahms. The Magic of Vienna will include some of the great opera arias and duets, plus overtures, waltzes and marches in the Viennese tradition.

Soloists Lambroula Pappas, soprano, and Andrew Greenwood, baritone, will join Kamloops Symphony for arias and duets from Verdi’s Rigoletto and Lehar’s The Merry Widow.

Pappas has appeared with symphonies internationally and across Canada. She has

been acclaimed for her charisma and exquisite tone.

Gilda in Rigoletto is one of her signature roles.

Andrew Greenwood returns to perform with Kamloops Symphony. He is an in-demand oratorio and opera singer. He performed the title role in Rigoletto for the Stadttheater, Hildesheim and the Staddttheater Wolfsburge, Germany.

Greenwood is a full-time firefighter with the City of Vancouver, and performs in Europe and Canada whenever his work schedule allows.

Rigoletto premiered at La Fenice in Venice on March 11, 1851. It is a tragic story about the Duke of Mantua, his hunch-backed court jester, Rigoletto, and Rigoletto’s daughter Gilda.

It was originally titled, La malendizione (The Curse), which referred to the curse

placed on both the duke and Rigoletto by a courtier whose daughter had been seduced by the duke with Rigoletto’s encouragement.

When Gilda falls in love with the duke, and eventually sacrifices her life to save him from assassins hired by her father, the curse is fulfilled.

Martin MacDonald is the guest conductor for this performance. He has a master’s degree in orchestral conducting from McGill University and a bachelor’s degree in cello. MacDonald received the 2013 Heinz Unger Award for Orchestral Conducting from the Ontario Arts Council, and has been described as “one of Canada’s most dynamic and outstanding young conductors of his generation.”

The programme also includes compositions by Suppé, Strauss, Lehar, Waldteufel and Mozart.

“It’s a really lovely program with the KSO and I’m looking forward to it immensely,” says MacDonald, noting there are wonderful arias and duets from some fantastic soloists, along with excellent overtures, waltzes and marches all from the Viennese tradition.

He says these types of programs are very special as this great music really allows the orchestra to shine.

“And I’m very pleased to be returning to conduct the KSO once again,” he adds.

“It’s an honour to be reinvited to work with these fine colleagues.”

The Magic of Vienna performance is at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 9 at the SASCU Recreation Centre.

Tickets can be purchased from Kamloops Live! Box Office at 1-866-374-5483 or www.kamloopslive.ca, at Wearabouts at 350 Alexander St. NE, or at the door.

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Meeting set on Wi-Fi, cell towers

By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Citizens will get the opportunity to voice their thoughts on ‘communication system location’ at a special council meeting in January.

City hall has announced it will hold a public input meeting in council chambers on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.

The meeting was requested by citizens, mostly members of Citizens for Safe Technology, with regard to siting of cell towers, but they would also like to provide information about the spread of WiFi. The idea arose after city staff presented a motion to council at the Oct. 6 planning meeting. It stated that council recognize Industry Canada protocols as the guide to local communication system location and consultation procedures.

Staff noted that Industry Canada and Health Canada ultimately have jurisdiction over such towers and health standards.

More recently, citizen opposition was sparked when the majority of council agreed to sign an agreement with Shaw Cablesystems Limited to provide free wifi access in some city parks and facilities.

The meeting notice states that “all persons who believe that their interest is affected will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting these matters. Presenters will speak on a first come, first served basis, or in the order recognized by the chair, and will be afforded a maximum of two opportunities to speak.”

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The notice also states that presenters who wish to use audio visual aids are requested to provide electronic copies to the administration department at city hall by 4 p.m. on Jan. 27.

Citizens for Safe Technology have asked council to revisit its decision on signing an agreement with Shaw for free Wi-Fi in the parks, but they’ve been told that won’t happen.

The city notice regarding the Jan. 29 meeting states that no council motions on the topic are scheduled for consideration.

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Two colour combinations available: green, chocolate, mango, and peach, or blue, green, purple, and red.

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$799 DECEMBER 26TH TO 31ST ONLY AT:

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KAMLOOPS

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REVELSTOKE

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SALMON ARM

Salmon Arm Home Hardware Building Centre 5th St S.W.

Information & dealers: 1-800-A NEW-POT or www.paderno.com. Not all locations open Sunday. Quantities limited, please be early. Sale items may not be exactly as shown.

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F.G. “PAT” SHIRLEY It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Pat Shirley.

Born January 23rd, 1924 and passed away December 12th, 2014 at age of 90.

A pioneer of Salmon Arm, Pat was born to George and Helen Shirley who settled in Salmon Arm from England in the early 1900’s.

Pat’s father George was an original member of the Salmon Arm Fire Brigade serving from 1913 until 1944 and Pat followed in his footsteps dedicating much of his life to the Fire Department serving 40 plus years as master mechanic, Assistant Chief and Chief of Fire Hall # 3. He served as career Deputy Chief\Fire Prevention Officer for Salmon Arm until retirement in 1989, at which point he was recognized as an honorary life member.

Pat was also presented with an honorary life member designation from the Volunteer Firefighters Association of British Columbia and a 40 year fire service exemplary service medal from the Federal Government of Canada.

As a young man he served in the Arm Forces overseas during World War II and upon his return married June Lidstone in 1951. He had a natural mechanical ability and an obsession with the automobile. Pat apprenticed and became a certified mechanic working at local garages including many years at Salmon Arm Motors as head mechanic & service manager. In 1979 he became a business partner with son Jim at Salmon Arm Texaco.

Pat worked as mechanic\owner of Texaco until 1983 when he went to work fulltime for the Fire Department and although leaving the automobile business, this didn’t stop him from enjoying driving and restoring antique automobiles and was proud to participate in over 100 parades.

He was also a long time member of the Vintage Car Club of Canada and an original member of the Shuswap Chapter.

Pat was a great historian of Salmon Arm with vast knowledge of places, people and the automobiles they drove. He maintained records of his own and assisted many others with clarification of days gone by.

Pat was pre-deceased by wife June in 1993 and is survived by son Jim (Lorna) of Salmon Arm, daughter Pam (Glen Van Horne) of Campbell River and son’s Brad (Jane) and Greg (Debbie) of Salmon Arm, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grand children and great companion Sharon Thorpe.

Family wishes to thank Doctor Wood, Doctor Jones and staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital for making his last few days comfortable.

A celebration of life will be held in spring of 2015 Online condolences may be sent to Pat’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

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Fischer’s Funeral Services wishes to express sympathy to the families which we served in November 2014…

Richard Christensen Ken Kotow Elvira Dzierzenga Lindsay Barber David Roberts Laurine Aitken Margo Harshenin Brian Morris Ole Solbrekken Gary Carscadden

Peter Wolfe Roy Tapp Janice Daughton Leonard Cook Amy Bourelle Wade Webster Steven Webster Whit Vernon Knud Lindberg Ulah Sulin

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NICHOLS, ARNOLD DAVID June 10, 1924 - Dec. 10, 2014 Arnold David Nichols passed away with his family at his side, on December 10th, 2014 at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm, B.C. at the age of 90 years. Arnold was born on June 10th, 1924 in Zealandia, Sk. He was the youngest of four children born to Alex and Dinah Nichols.

At the age of 8, Arnold moved with his family to Birsay, Sk., where he resided until 2010, when he moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. He married Mavis Fee in January 1945 and together they raised two children, David and Denise. Arnold and his brother Max owned and operated Nichols Bros. garage, which included John Deere and Studebaker dealerships. In the early 50’s, after the sale of the garage, he began farming full time. Arnold was an avid curler, golfer, fisherman and hunter. He was 86 years old when he went on his last hunting trip to the cabin near Hudson Bay with the “guys”. Arnold and Mavis enjoyed many winter holidays in the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama and British Columbia.

In later years, they travelled to Yuma, Arizona for extended periods. He was a long time member of the Birsay Masonic Lodge, served on the town council and was active in the community. Arnold is survived by his son David (Wilma) Nichols and daughter Denise (George) Wilson; grandchildren Jared and Jayne Nichols (Hailey, Ethan and Derek), James and Genevieve Nichols (Emmet), Janelle and John Tottenham (Nathanial and Abigail), Jody and Marie-Pierre Wilson (Gabriel and Ana), Brandon and Janice Wilson (Chase and Makenna), sister-in-law Lucille Rybotycki and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Mavis, in 2007, parents Alex and Dinah, brothers Lorne (Connie), Max (Lottie), sister Elizabeth Embree, brother-in-laws Johnny Rybotycki, Conrad Sollid and Harold Fee, sister-inlaw Ruby Sollid, nephew Jack Nichols and niece, Wanda Embree. A service in Arnold’s memory will be held in Birsay at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Arnold’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

HARRY HENDERSON BREWSTER October 6, 1923 - November 30, 2014 The family of Harry announces his passing at the age of 91 years in Salmon Arm, BC. Harry was born in Dodsland Saskatchewan to parents Arthur and Jean (Thomson) Brewster.

Harry served for 3.5 years in the Royal Canadian Navy as a fireman/stoker aboard the HMCS Gananoque.

Harry met Doreen Smith (deceased), he is survived by their 2 daughters Linda Van Os (Brian) and Cheryl Adams (Harry, deceased), granddaughters Jennifer (Mike), Jillian, Courtney and Danielle, great granddaughters Ella and Syndney.

After Doreen’s passing in 1989, Harry later met and married Irene Small (deceased), with stepdaughters Sue (Rick), Debbie (deceased), grandchildren Rick, Bill, Stacey (Stephen) Lindy and great grandchildren Harry is survived by his sister Melba and many nieces and nephews.

While living in Chase, BC, harry became involved in the Legion serving as President and Zone Commander. He received his Life Member award in 1996. Harry loved to play crib, always looking for the illusive 29 hand.

The family would like to thank Dr. Bratty and all the wonderful care that Harry received at Piccadilly care Centre.

A celebration of Life service for Harry will be held in early the spring of 2015.

Online condolences may be sent through Harry’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

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A. Lundeen LUNDEEN Marvin 1924 - 2014 With great sadness, we announce the passing of Marvin Lundeen on December 13, 2014 at the age of 90 after a year-long struggle with lung cancer.

Marvin was born in Govan, SK and in 1930 homesteaded with his family in the BC Peace River country where he grew up. He enlisted in the RCAF in 1943 and met his future wife, Frances Miles, in 1945 while both served at Tofino. They were married in 1946.

With Frances’s support, Marvin earned a law degree from UBC and was called to the Bar in 1951. He practiced law in Dawson Creek, BC until 1974. He was a founding member of the BC Law Foundation, appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1971 and appointed a Provincial Court judge in 1974, based in Salmon Arm until his retirement in 1990.

Marvin relocated to Port Coquitlam, BC in 2010.

Marvin was an avid curler, golfer and, earlier in life, horseman and was active in many organizations.

Above all, he valued family and enjoyed his three children, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, his sister and family, and his many nieces, nephews and their families. Marvin is predeceased by his parents, Swan and Olivia, brother Harold, sister Darleen and his beloved wife Frances. He is deeply missed by sister Mardelle Blanchette (Marcel), sons Richard (Gabriele) and Barry (Victoria) and daughter Trudi, grandchildren Jeff (Laura), Amanda (Nathan), Rob (Jessica), Mark (Jamie), Riley, Jennifer and Lisa, and great grandchildren Chantal, Austin, Malakai, Freya, Olive, Adreanna, Noah and Leo. Adreanna and Leo. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Western Institute for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing or the BC Cancer Foundation. A celebration of Marvin’s life will be held in Salmon Arm this summer.

Information at www.burquitlamfuneralhome.ca.

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The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) is looking to fill two part-time positions: Children’s Literacy Facilitator (10 hours/week) Coyote Café After School Literacy Teacher (5 hours/week) Both positions require a Bachelor of Education and specific job descriptions can be found at www.shuswapliteracy.ca Please send a resume and cover letter outlining the position(s) you are applying for with at least three references to Jennifer Findlay at admin@shuswapliteracy.ca by January 9, 2015.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Millwright and Industrial Electrician Opportunities Canoe Forest Products Ltd. (part of the Gorman Group of Companies); located near Salmon Arm BC has a fulltime opening within the Maintenance Department for a Journeymen Millwright and a Journeymen Industrial Electrician for our weekend shift.

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidates will be part of the maintenance team providing troubleshooting, predictive and preventative maintenance in our plywood plant manufacturing facility. As part of this team you will be responsible for all machinery and duties including: • Troubleshoot, analyze, diagnose and perform maintenance work on machinery, • Complete preventative and predictive maintenance, • Reading blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings, • Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings.

Our ideal journeyman candidate possesses: Journeymen certification • Commitment to safe work guidelines, policies, and procedures • Strong troubleshooting experience with PLCs, hydraulics, and mechanical machinery • Ability to work individually with little or no supervision • Willingness to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment • Previous experience with log processing/ handling equipment and veneer production equipment would also be an asset If you possess the skills and qualifications for this position, please submit your resume with cover letter, by Friday, January 2, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Canoe Forest Products Ltd. Box 70 Canoe BC V0E 1K0 E: hr@canoefp.com F: 866-514-8773 Canoe Forest Products thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Appleyard NE 54 papers -20th St SE/Auto Rd 67 pp -Auto Rd. 12 St. SE 69 pp CANOE 50 & 51 St/72 Ave 47 pp CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp SICAMOUS -Cottonwood, Oak 67 pp -Mara Lakeview MHP 54 pp -Whitehead/Conn 50 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131

Employment Help Wanted FRONT LINE COOK & buffet cook needed. Serious applicants ONLY. Experience req’d.

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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking We require qualified US capable Class 1 drivers immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid.

Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Trades, Technical Port Hardy, BC. Busy GM dealership looking for two full time positions to be filled immediately.

Certified GM technician Ticketed Bodyman Very competitive pay scales, benefits, and flexible schedules.

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Financial Services INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944

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Home & Yard

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663 SNOW REMOVAL Driveways, Parking Lots.

Shuswap Pro Roofing.

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SNOW REMOVAL Sidewalks,driveways,small parking lots, roofs. Residential or Commercial. Shuswap Window Cleaning 250- 833-2533

Sex and the Kitty A single unspayed cat can produce 470,000 offspring in just seven years.

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COW hay mulch ground cover $3. Alfalfa excellent feed $7.

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FARM fresh free range brown eggs $3.50/dozen (250)832-8918

A Collector wants to buy your silver coins, Ingots, collectors coins, old money, o ld stone carvings, sculptures.

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Appointments necessary.

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Heavy Duty Machinery

SECOND cut grass Hay $6/bale. Al Fritzel (250)832-9070

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NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS

IDEAL FOR: Table covers, crafts, drawing or packing. Various sizes.

Available at the SALMON ARM OBSERVER OFFICE • Cash Sales Only 171 Shuswap St. NW, Salmon Arm

for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock.

Trades are welcome.

40’Containers under $2500!

DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift.

Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator.

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TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES

FEMALE puppy for sale Lhaso Shih-Tzu (250)803-2092 leave message

$180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy: rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

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2 BDRM. plus den walkout basement suite 4 appliances, fireplace, Lakeview & large yard N/S 2517 Forest Drive, Blind Bay $800/mo. includes utilities 3 BDRM. condo, 2 baths, 5 appliances. Adult oriented complex. N/S, N/P #10 111 Harbourfront Drive, Salmon Arm $1400/mo.

3 BDRM + Den., 3 bath, waterfront home on Adams Lake N/S, N/P 1 yr lease desired 11-2741 Rawson Rd. Adams Lake $1600/mo.

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Misc. for Sale RECONDITIONED wood heaters & circular saw guides (250)835-8466

BICHON/ HAVANESE X puppies,males, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available.

(250)804-6848.Ready to go Dec 14th.

PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 WANTED: Real wood armoire/wardrobe, ideally with shelving and/or drawers within (250)832-6765

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LAKEVIEW MANOR Beautiful unfurnished and fully furnished Apts.

Viewing Shuswap Lake & McGuire Park. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. *Short term rates avail.

Ref’s req’d (250)833-9148

Homes for Rent 2 bdrm, 2bath, 30x32 shop, Gardom Lake Rd. $1200 + util N/S, N/P, available Jan 1st.

250-833-0551 4BDRM., 2bath, good location, near school, arena & rec centre, $1450/mo. + util., NS, NP, (250)295-5498 NEWLY Renovated Lakeview Home. $1500. mth + util. NS, NP, 4 bed, close to schools & town. (250)803-1368 SALMON Arm: riverfront bungalow, mins from town, NS, NP, adult oriented, $1150/mo. + util. (250)804-9678

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM, exc. view, priv entr., f/s, quiet pet OK. $800, avail. now. 1070 1St. SE 833-2129 Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartment Close to town, family owned & operated.

Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Available Jan. 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694

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SUNNYBRAE: Semi Lake Front 3 bdrm. 2 bath. W/D D/W. 2 small storage sheds.

Large lot. 1.4K to beach. N/S $1100 Jan. 1 (250)833.2879 or e-mail:ron@rhelectric.ca

Storage HEATED DRY storage in Sorrento, units in a variety of sizes, accessible 24 hrs, affordable rates. (250)675-5135

Suites, Lower 1 BRDM walk out suite avail.

Jan 1st, 5 appl. NS, NP, util. incl. $750/mo. (250)517-7191

BACHELOR ste, private daylight entr., NS, avail. now, util. incl. $600/mo. (250)832-6494 RANCHERO/Mellor’s Store area: 2bdrm. $750/mo. + utils. avail. now, NP, W/D/F/S & parking. (250)546-3717

Suites, Upper LARGE 1bdrm, F/S, NP, NS, utilities & cable incl., female 35+ preferred, refs req.

(250)804-6123 (250)832-4827

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Cars - Domestic 2009 Ford focus always dealers maintained, new snow tires on rims. 52000kms $9800 O.B.O. (250)832-7244

Cars - Sports & Imports 2003 Kia Rio, 140,000kms, 5 speed manual, new computer module, runs good, must go ASAP $1500. obo (250)8048069

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$180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of JOHN PETER LEBERECHT STRACK, also known as JOHN PETER L. STRACK, JOHN PETER STRACK, JOHN STRACK, J. PETER STRACK, J.P. STRACK and PETER STRACK, formerly of Calgary, Alberta, who died on February 18, 2014, leaving property at 300 Tappen Beach Road, Tappen, British Columbia, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the Executors c/o Gail Black, Miller Thomson LLP, 3000 – 700 – 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 3V4, on or before the 29th day of January, 2015, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate to the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

Karen Marie Strack & John Walter L. Strack, Executors

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HYDRO EXCAVATING 24 Hour Service

• ICBC Repairs • Glass Replacement • Painting • Sand Blasting • Private Insurance Repairs • Frame Straightening

Rob Stunzi cell: 250-253-2829

WE’VE GONE GREEN™ Now using environmentally-friendly and compliant WATERBORNE PAINT Salmon Arm FRAME & BODY SHOP

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Bart’s Muffler offers more than muffler repair. For many years Bart’s has been a full service automotive maintenance & repair shop. You can bring vehicles, trailers & RV’s of all types, new or used in for a range of the latest in servicing repair & maintenance. Five hard-working employees are happy to help customers with any of their automotive needs.

“We strive to build trust & relationships with our customers.” says owner/manager Dave Bartman.

For all your automotive needs & to experience excellent customer service. Call Bart’s Minute Muffler & Maintenance.

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Charise Moody gives dancer Kendrix Fleming a shot of hairspray prior to her performance in the Shuswap Dance Center concert held Friday, Dec. 12 at the SASCU Rec Centre.

• Fischer’s Funeral Home • Ben’s Towing

Mark Pennell owner 4130 - 1st Ave. SW

250-832-8947

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• Fully Insured • Chimney Sweep • Stove Installs & Maintenance • WETT Inspections Call Robert Babakaiff 250-803-2168 Salmon Arm

Bart’s

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Mufflers Brakes Shocks Complete Automotive Repairs

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It’s Our Duty to Your Car! Since 1978

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• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

We buy Batteries, Copper, Aluminum & Scrap Cars.

1st Ave. S.W. & T.C.Hwy. • 250-833-6367

TREE SERVICES Bill Walker

CERTIFIED TREE ASSESSOR

Serving Sicamous & the Shuswap

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DOWNTOWN SALMON ARM – has acquired Gleneden Santa

Noel McClelland’s Christmas decorations. In memory of him, three window displays have been set up downtown: the ‘old’ Salmon Arm Florist location, the Lerwick building beside Chicken Direct and the former Intwined Fibre Arts location on Hudson.

SALVATION ARMY TOY HAMPER – Last year the Salvation

Army toy hamper provided gifts for 200 children in Salmon Arm. This year, the hamper is in need of gifts for “tweens,” boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 12 – particularly for the girls. Drop the toys off at the Sleigh of Hope in the Mall at Piccadilly during regular mall hours, the wrapped gift box at Walmart customer services or the Salvation Army at 191 Second Ave. NE between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

RANDOM ACTS OF ELF – The elf

will be strolling downtown at different times until Dec. 24, spreading Christmas cheer.

TO JANUARY 4 CARAVAN FARM THEATRE –

presents The Contest of the Winds, a winter sleigh ride show by Linz Kenyon, based on an Interior Salish legend.

Showtimes at 4, 6 & 8 p.m.

No shows Dec. 24, 25 & Jan. 1. For tickets, call 1-866-1011 or book online at www. ticketseller.ca.

kitchen will be closed for the holidays. The building may be open for scheduled activities, so check with your convenor.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 4

LARCH HILLS NORDICS – will hold their annual lantern ski

THE SALMAR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION – will present the

from 5 to 9 p.m. at Larch Hills. Bring own mug for a hot drink and baking to share at the chalet. Donations go to the Second Harvest Food Bank and the Larch Hills Nordics. For more information, visit www. skilarchhills.ca.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 TCB PROMOTIONS PRESENTS – New Year’s Eve with

tributes to Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Michael Bublé at the Fifth Avenue Seniors Activity Centre.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets include a pasta dinner, door prizes and midnight festivities.

Happy Holidays

D E L L CE

Royal Ballet dancing Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at 1 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 6

PROBUS CLUB OF SALMON ARM – will hold their monthly

meeting from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Elks Hall, 3690 - 30th St. NE. Speaker is Lana Fitt, from Salmon Arm Economic Development Society. For more information, contact Milford Berger at 250-804-0977.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 KAMLOOPS SYMPHONY – presents The Magic of Vienna at

the SASCU Recreation Centre at 7:30 p.m., featuring some of the great opera arias and duets, plus overtures, waltzes and marches in the Viennese tradition. Guest conductor is Martin MacDonald. Soloists are soprano Lambroula Pappas and baritone Andrew Greenwood. Tickets are available at Wearabouts in Salmon Arm, Kamloops Live! Box Office or at the door. For further information, contact 250-374-5483.

JANUARY 9 TO 15

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SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents

Foxcatcher, at 7:30 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16

TO JANUARY 5 FIFTH AVENUE SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTRE – The office and

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24 SICAMOUS UNITED CHURCH –

presents an all-ages Christmas Eve service at Sicamous United Church at 7 p.m. 705 Trans Canada Frtg. Rd. E, Sicamous.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE – will be held at 7 p.m. at

Sicamous Bible Church. All welcome. Contact 250836-5430 for more information.

THE LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT CELEBRATION –

will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. at Five Corners Church, 3160 - 10th Ave. SE, Salmon Arm. All welcome.

DECEMBER 24 TO JANUARY 2 OKANAGAN REGIONAL LIBRARY CLOSURE – All branches of

the library will be closed during the holiday season.

Branches will reopen on Saturday, Jan. 3 or later depending on their nomal operating hours. As of now, items that normally loan for one week will be given a three-week loan period.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 CHURCHES THRIFT SHOP – will be having a Boxing Day

Extravaganza from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will be closed Dec. 24 to Jan. 2. No donations please. Have a blessed Christmas and all the best in 2015.

ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S EVE SNOW PARTY & GAMES NIGHT –

will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. for all ages. Tubing, sledding, hot chocolate and a bonfire from 5 to 8 p.m. (bring your own toboggan or snowboard – we have tubes). Games for all ages from 8 to 10 p.m. Coffee house for the adults to enjoy. Five Corners Pentecostal Church, 3160 10th Ave. SE. For info., call 250-8323121.

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY – to fund Liberal candidate Cindy

Derkaz’s campaign for the 2015 election will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31 at Elks Hall, 3690 30th St. NE. Live music with the Salmon Armenians, dress fancy/funky, cash bar with wine and beer. Tickets are available at Acorn Music and include appies and bubbly at midnight. A portion of each ticket will be eligible for a tax receipt.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Dr. Cabbie, about an

unemployed doctor turned cab driver who becomes a local hero when he converts his taxi into a mobile clinic – a heartwarming journey of a young Indian doctor who immigrates to Canada with the selfless ambition of healing others, at 5 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre.

will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Mall at Piccadilly (library entrance). For info., call 250-832-6161 or 250-675-4818.

MONDAY, JANUARY 19 SENIORS’ RESOURCE CENTRE – presents Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for those 19+ or seniors. This free sixweek self-management workshop is for adults with ongoing physical or mental health conditions. Family members, friends and caregivers are welcome. For more information, contact Carol Sicoli at 778-4772966.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 OKANAGAN COLLEGE – presents a Macquarrie Institute

Lecture – Systems Ecology: Holistic Planning for Today and Tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre.

BC Tomorrow Society’s Barry Wilson will share a holistic approach to land-use planning and society vicepresident and Salmon Arm Secondary instructor Dave Ramsay will share an exciting and innovative plan to bring interactive systems ecology into the classroom.

Admission by donation.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 SHUSWAP AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) SUPPORT GROUP – meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Public

Health Unit, 851 16th St. NE, a support group for parents/guardians will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., and a public presentation (everybody welcome) will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Nadine Moore at 250-833-0164 ext. 7.

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