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The masters men racers take off at the start of their 15 kilometre free technique race during the BC Cup race on Sunday at the Mount Macpheron Nordic Centre. The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club played host to several hundred racers from across the province, and the Australian national junior team, who were in town training. For more, see page 10.

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The Revelstoke food bank received some help last week in the form of two donations. Top: Forester Pat McMechan presents a $1,062 donation on behalf of the forestry company Stella Jones. The money came from the company’s firewood sales. Stella Jones donated the same amount to the Revelstoke Women’s Shelter.

Bottom: Michelle Cole of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, the union that represents Parks Canada employees, makes a $1,000 donation to the food bank.

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Premier Christy Clark says the sudden drop in oil and gas prices might delay her government's push for liquefied natural MoTI Ad # 1082 gas exports, but sheHired is sticking to Rocky Mountain her latest prediction of three LNG Equipment export facilities in B.C. by 2020.

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tioned her government's tentative plan to place ads at Fort McMurray airport urging B.C. workers to "come home" for job openings expected here as oil sands operations slow down.

Retirements and a recovery in the U.S. housing market will open up thousands of jobs in the forest industry, which will compete with LNG developments for equipment operators and other skilled workers, Clark told logging company executives.

Optimism for LNG is harder to find in the current world market, with some analysts saying U.S. gas exports are not competitive based on current price forecasts

and competition from cheap oil.

A surge of new shale gas supply from the U.S. and other countries was already driving down LNG prices before crude oil dropped below $50 a barrel in recent weeks.

The price drop prompted the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors to downgrade its 2015 forecast for rig activity by 36 per cent this week.

The association was forecasting nearly 11,000 oil and gas wells to be completed in Western Canada this year, but has cut that to 6,600 because of the price drop.

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Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) invites all artists in the area to apply for an art, culture or heritage grant.

The CKCA received $706,000 in funding from Columbia Basin Trust for the 2015/16 year.

Jacquie Hamilton, CKCA Chair, said in a release, “We’re

proud that for 18 years we’ve been able to partner with the Trust to provide support for arts and heritage projects across the Basin. These programs provide an opportunity for people involved in these areas to embark on new projects, improve their skills, share their talents and more.”

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More information on which projects are applicable to the funding is available at basinculture.com The deadline for the grants is March 6 or 20, depending on the program.

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$5.7 million price tag put on Big Eddy Waterworks upgrades Alex Cooper

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The cost for upgrading the Big Eddy Waterworks has come in at a cool $5.69 million, according to a new report that will be discussed at next Tuesday's council meeting.

The report by MMM Group, the engineering firm tasked with studying the waterworks, looks at the deficiencies in the current system and puts forward a 20-year capital plan for upgrades. It recommends the city take over the water system.

"It is expected that certain components of the system are ageing, undersized and/or lacking," the report states. "As such, it is evident that the system is in need of upgrades to bring it up to current standards."

The report contains two main parts — a study of the water system and a list of recommendations to bring it up to Interior Health standards.

The Big Eddy Waterworks was built in 1956, with substantial upgrades undertaken in 1980.

It uses two wells and a reservoir to distribute water to 260 residential lots and 30 businesses in the Big Eddy. Water is pumped from the wells into the reservoir and then gravity-fed through the distribution system. Properties in the Tum Tum area, west of Highway 23, receive water directly from the wells, before it goes to the reservoir.

The report says the wells, pump houses and reservoir are in good condition, though the first two lack a backup power source.

The water is chlorinated at the wells and the report concludes, "the current treatment is sufficient and additional filtration and/or UV inactivation is likely not necessary."

The watermains are aging, with some up to 60 years old. Thirty per cent of the mains are estimated to be 40–60 years old, five per cent from 30–40 years old, and 45 per cent are 15–30 years old. The rest were installed since 2000 or the age is unknown.

A map of the Big Eddy Waterworks, showing the location of the wells, reservoir and watermains.

"A significant portion of the watermains are currently nearing their life expectancy and will likely reach the end of their lifespan within the next 20 years," the report states.

The report also looks at the system’s capacity and flow. It says the existing reservoir doesn't have the capacity for current or future water demands, particularly storage for fire flow for industrial and commercial use, but it is able to meet residential demand.

The report makes the following recommendations: — An asset management system be put in place to ensure the system is sustainably operated;

— The city take over ownership of the water system; — Problems with the system are identified and fixed; — Water metering is considered, particularly for commercial and industrial users; — The city monitor the system before any upgrades; — The city undertake upgrades recommended by the report; — Implement a revised rate structure to ensure Big Eddy residents are funding the system; — That grants from senior levels of government be sought to cover the cost of upgrades.

The report by MMM Group sets out a 20-year plan for capital

BC Parks camping fees hiked Alex Cooper

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Campsite fees are going up at provincial parks near Revelstoke this spring.

After March 15, a night under the stars at Blanket Creek and Martha Creek Provincial Parks will cost $25, up from $21 last year. The weekly rate at Blanket remains the same at $100.

Fees at 40 provincial campgrounds in the Kootenay-Okanagan, Northern, South Coast and West Coast regions are increasing at least $3 a night, and 141 of B.C.'s 204 provincial campgrounds will see a $2 increase.

The Ministry of Environment says this is the first province-wide increase in fees since 2010. Rates for back-

country camping and use of sani-stations remain at $5, and fees for mooring buoys, picnic shelters and group camping are unchanged. Parking fees for day-use lots, a failed experiment from 10 years ago, are not being reintroduced.

The ministry says the varied rate increases take into account local demand and economic conditions as well as private camping availability.

Sought-after locations such as Cultus Lake and Shuswap Lake charge $35 a night for a site with up to four adults, while nearby private campgrounds charge higher rates.

The province collected about $17 million from its park and recreation fees last year, while spending $22 million on direct park operating costs.

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expenditures that includes $2 million for the construction of a second reservoir, $2.94 million to upgrade the water mains, and the rest for projects like implementing a monitoring system constructing a third well, upgrading existing wells and pumps, and establishing a dedicated feed to the existing reservoir.

The amounts are in today's dollars. The total upgrade cost increases to more than $7 million if inflation is accounted for.

A staff report asks council to endorse an application for money from the Building Canada Fund that would cover up to two-thirds the costs of upgrades, while the rest would be paid for by users of the

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Big Eddy Waterworks.

The staff report recommends a public meeting with Big Eddy water users, and an alternate approval process, meaning 10 per cent of Big Eddy residents would have to contact the city opposing the plan for it to be defeated.

If it does go forward, Big Eddy water users would be hit with an extra parcel tax of $309 to $937 for residential properties, $464 to $1,406 for commercial properties and $1,547 to $4,687 for industrial properties. The cost would depend on how much funding is covered by other levels of government.

Check our website for council reaction and to read the full report.

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Troy Biggs, the City of Revelstoke’s building maintenance supervisor, and Darren Komonoski, the city’s public works manager, look over plans for the interior city hall renovations.

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Renovations at city hall are expected to be finished by midApril, with a total cost of about $465,000.

I got shown the interior of the ground floor of city hall last week.

What I saw was an empty office, waiting for work to be done. The demolition was complete and two large holes were in the wall waiting for windows.

My visit was a result of an inquiry about the progress of renovations. My main question was why the Second Street entrance was still covered by an orange tarp. That resulted in an invitation to city hall.

Darren Komonoski, the public works operations manager, and Troy Biggs, the building maintenance supervisor, were there to greet me.

The work being done has two components — the exterior and interior. The exterior work includes the landscaping, widening the sidewalk and building a proper ramp to make it wheelchair accessible.

The work was completed before winter but the entrance is

covered by the tarp until the interior work is finished.

"Once everything is 100 per cent complete then that's all coming down," Biggs said.

The interior is proceeding apace. It was mostly an empty room when I visited on Wednesday, Jan. 21, but Biggs said work should proceed quickly now that the designs were finalized.

I was shown drawings of the planned layout for what will be the home of the engineering and development services department.

A large curving desk will be at the entrance. To the right upon entering the building will be a meeting room. Mike Thomas, the director of engineering and development; and Dean Strachan, the planning manager, will have offices at the back left corner of the space. The rest of the room will be an open-concept area, with cubicles around the side.

There will be two large windows facing Second Street, designed to mimic the time when the building was used as the fire hall.

A ramp will lead from the office to the finance department upstairs. The plans also include space for an elevator, though that has yet to be budgeted. Also in

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the long-term plans are moving council chambers into city hall, and replacing the exterior stucco, an issue that's been the subject of discussion for years.

The city has spent $245,000 out of $315,000 that was budgeted in 2014 on the renovations so far. The cost includes the exterior and interior work. Another $150,000 will be requested in the 2015 budget for the furnishings and some of the glasswork, said Komonoski. Other projects like the elevator, moving council chambers and the stucco are in the works.

The city received $30,000 from the tourism infrastructure fund to help pay for the exterior work.

Most of the work will be done by contractors, though city staff are being used for some jobs.

The renovations have been going on for about 1.5 years now.

They were started in the summer of 2013 but stalled when the city ran out of money to complete the work.

Work started on the exterior upgrades in August and on the interior in November.

Visit the Times Review website to see drawings of the interior and exterior plans.

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This table shows the expenses for a family or four as calculated in a new living wage report by the City of Revelstoke and Revelstoke Credit Union.

New report shows Revelstoke with province’s third highest living wage Alex Cooper

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Revelstoke has the third highest living wage in the province, according to a new report by the City of Revelstoke and the Revelstoke Credit Union.

The report was produced by Jill Zacharias, the city’s social development coordinator, and Michelle Lenzi, the controller at the credit union.

The report pegs the living wage at $18.87 per hour, or an annual after-tax income of about $63,000 for a family of four.

“This is an important piece of our income security goal and to try and start a movement in Revelstoke where we try and help people meet that cost of living,” said Zacharias.

The wage was calculated by looking at housing, food, clothing, transportation, child care, medical and other costs for a family of four. It uses a methodology set out by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. It assumes the family has two children age four and seven, with one in fulltime childcare, and the other in after-school and summer care.

The family has one car and both parents work 35 hours a week.

Expenses were compiled by Lenzi using local numbers. The cost of housing is based on a three bedroom home. It was calculated by contacting local property management companies and surveying ads in local media. Food costs used numbers from the 2013 Food Costing in BC Report, though the living wage report notes the Revelstoke Poverty Reduction Strategy found food costs are 14 per cent higher in Revelstoke than the rest of the province.

According to the report, housing makes up the biggest expense at $1,540 per month. Child care is the second biggest expense, followed by food.

Based on that, it was calculated that it would cost a family of four $62,978.57 per year to meet their basic expenses, with no savings for retirement or anything else.

“This is a modest calculation,” said Zacharias. “Housing is almost as high as Vancouver.”

Both parents would have to earn $18.87 per hour, based on a 35 hour work week, to meet expenses. Only Vancouver and Victoria – at $20.10 and $18.93 respectively – have higher living wages, according to the report. It should be noted that many of the comparative reports pre-date the Revelstoke report, so they don’t reflect inflation.

The living wage has gone up by more than a dollar since it was last calculated for the 2012 Poverty Reduction Strategy, when it was $17.75 per hour.

The calculation was approved the by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. A full copy of the living wage report can be read on the Times Review website.

Credit Union, Community Futures taking the lead The Revelstoke Credit Union and Community Futures are aiming to be certified as a living wage employer — a direct result of the living wage report.

“We really really believe in the project,” said CEO Roberta Bobicki. “It seems to go hand in hand with the credit union philosophy. For us it’s not all about the big profits, it’s what you do with the surplus money.”

For a business to qualify as a living wage employer, they must pay their staff their communities living wage. Benefits are included in the calculation. At the RCU, this will affect about a half-

dozen entry level employees, said Bobicki.

The entry level wage at the credit union is $15.50 per hour. It would have to be raised to about $15.70–16.50 per hour depending on how benefits are determined.

“It turns out that our starting wage is fairly close to what a living wage already is,” said Bobicki.

A second component is that they are expected to hire contractors that pay a living wage. This would only impact the RCU’s janitorial service, said Bobicki, adding she wouldn’t force another business to raise wages.

“I’m aware not every employer can afford to incorporate the living wage program but I think it’s a good thing to be part of as far as the social responsibility thing goes,” she said.

Kevin Dorrius, the general manager of Revelstoke Community Futures, said becoming living wage certified won’t impact the organization directly since they have no entry level employees. It will impact what they pay for janitorial services.

He said they will be promoting it with clients. “The key is we’re going to work to get everyone in town buy into it,” he said. “We’re hoping to create some unity from the business community to take this on and commit to paying living wages.

“It’s not going to affect our decision making process but we’re hoping people will see the merit in the living wage process.”

Paying the living wage would mostly impact jobs in the service sector.

“There’s a whole lot of employers in Revelstoke that already pay the living wage but don’t get any credit for it,” noted Bobicki. “If you pay it then those people have money to spend in the community as well. I really like the concept and the principle of it.”

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From left: Alex Cooper, editor of the Times Review, and Katie Burrell, Sarah Peterson and Annie Hewitt of StokeFM were at Revelstoke Secondary School last Wednesday, Jan. 21, to sign up students for the new Stoke Youth Media Team. The team is a partnership between the newspaper, radio station, high school and Stoke Youth Network. StokeFM will be giving students opportunities in broadcast media, while the Times Review will be launching a monthly two-page spread with articles about youth by youth. Expect to see the new section in the paper starting next month.

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How to ensure a dam never fails

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by Norm Macdonald When the Mount Polley tailings pond retaining wall collapsed this past summer, the BC Liberals said the failure was completely unpredictable. That is not true. If BC Hydro operated their dams the same way the government allows mining companies to manage their retaining walls, the entire Columbia Basin would be under threat all the way to the city of Portland, Oregon.

BC Hydro provides an example of how to manage these structures when failure is not an option. Mica Dam is an earth

filled dam north of Revelstoke, and at full pond holds back so much water that the very fate of the whole Columbia River valley depends upon it never failing.

BC Hydro does daily visual checks, weekly site inspections by trained inspectors, bi-annual inspections by specifically trained dam safety engineers, and every five years an independent set of dam safety consulting engineers visits from other jurisdictions in the world. This is how you ensure a dam never fails.

Compare that to Mount Polley. The government knew there were problems with expansion of the tailings pond. The government knew that there were signs of cracks in the structure. The government knew that there was improper management of water levels, and that, at times, 40% of Mount Polley’s automated measurement devices did not work.

The government chose to have absolutely no geotechnical engineers on mines ministry staff and

do no inspections of Mount Polley for years at a time.

If the government had the attitude that tailings ponds can never be allowed to fail, we would use our ability and technology to ensure that these accidents never happen.

This government’s sloppiness made this failure completely predictable, yet the BC Liberals still feign shock and surprise. And the sad fact is that there will be no political consequences for their failure to ensure our environment is protected.

If there were serious political consequences, future Ministers and governments would do their jobs properly. It’s up to citizens to ensure that this is the case.

Norm Macdonald is the MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke and the NDP critic for mining. He can be reached at norm.macdonald.mla@leg.bc.ca or 1-866-8704188.

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B.C. not blameless on Columbia River Treaty Editor, Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (B.C. Views, Jan. 7).

I am a scholar of Columbia River Treaty history and live in the region where all the losses occurred. My own upcoming book about the treaty, A River Captured, represents a decade of research and travel across the Columbia Basin on both sides of the boundary. This is a big, complex story that deserves lots of attention.

One thing I've learned over the years is that the U.S. was not necessarily the Big Bad Wolf we would like to make them out to be.

In fact, the U.S. formally asked Canada in the 1930s if this country had an interest in those salmon that would be blocked and it was Canada that said no. Had Canada's response been different, we might have gotten that fish ladder and saved our unique Interior salmon runs.

There was considerable controversy over the treaty between its signing in 1961 and its ratification by Canada in 1964. During that time, the agreement was on the edge of being tossed out, with Prime Minister Lester Pearson actively promoting the negotiation of a new treaty during his 1963 election campaign.

The U.S., as a result of their own shifting water policies, would have very likely cooperated with changing or scrapping that treaty. It was Canada's federal bureaucrats who went into high gear to justify what had been signed and make sure it went through.

There is no question in my mind that Canada and B.C.'s government agencies played a very significant role in making the

mess we got in 1964.

Eileen Delehanty Pearkes, Nelson

B.C. should fire warning shot

Editor, Re: U.S. ripping us off on water, B.C. Views (Jan. 7).

This is an issue all of B.C. should have the same view on and an extremely important one at that. Energy Minister Bill Bennett should have given the 10-year notice to exit the agreement.

I don’t think we could ever actually deny the U.S. access to our water, as it would ultimately lead to an invasion. We should however fire the warning shot that we want a fair dollar for the resource.

Having just flown back from Puerto Vallarta, I saw nothing but desert out my window for almost the entire trip until we got into Washington state. Lake Mead, created by the Hoover Dam, is so low on water that the dam is almost useless and California is screaming for more to feed the crops.

We pay top dollar for the produce from there and yet give them the water for pretty much free.

It’s totally crazy and will only get worse. The time to act is now.

Thanks for highlighting this ridiculous situation that I’ve ranted on about for decades to mostly deaf ears.

Matt Taylor, Saanich

Radiation part of Columbia legacy

Editor Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (B.C. Views, Jan. 7).

Not mentioned in Tom Fletcher's article is the ongoing leaching of radioactive waste from the Hanford nuclear weapons site into the Columbia River, which can drift north into B.C. fish-bearing waters. This is public knowledge in the U.S., but not well known to the B.C. public.

Hanford is the most contaminated site in the U.S. and the most expensive toxic site to clean up, even more so than Love Canal. It was the Second World War’s largest secret site for concentrating radioactive material for the Hiroshima bomb.

PBS had a recent program on how sick the workers are still getting due to exposure while cleaning up this site.

In 1995, some of the 45,000 scientists and engineers Ottawa laid off were relocated to Canadian universities as adjunct and associate professors. However, the directorates, such as Inland Waters from 1970 to 1990, which oversaw national standards for water quality and hydrology, were closed.

So the fragmented remains of Canadian research survive at our universities and the ‘national’ health and safety standards for humans, fish, animals, etc. downloaded or extinguished since 1995, especially since 2001. Hanford is the worst case for both our salmon, animals and humans.

After 70 years, Hanford is still affecting Pacific Northwest fish regardless of Columbia’s hydrology.

The Columbia River Treaty is not just about the lost economic opportunity costs.

Susan Rowntree, Victoria

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WES MACKEY Classic traditional blues musician, live at the 112 Lounge.

Wednesday, January 28

BUSINESS INFORMATION CENTRE OPEN HOUSE Come in and visit with the

Revelstoke Business Centre team, including Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Revelstoke, Community Futures and Community Economic Development. From 11 a.m.to 5 p.m.

MOVIES IN THE MOUNTAINS: LIFE'S A BREEZE A feel-good recession comedy

about a family struggling to stay afloat and together through hard times in Ireland. In this delightful comedy from director Lance Daly a Dublin family races to recover their grandmother’s mattress — and its hidden stash of over a million euros in carefully squirreled-away savings. At the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8.

Thursday, January 29

HOT ROCKS: THE ROLLING STONES TRIBUTE SHOW Canada’s number one

Rolling Stones tribute – Toronto-based “Hot Rocks – The Rolling Stones Tribute Show” have it all; the music, the costumes, the show. The band features lead singer Bob Wotherspoon, North America’s most look-alike Mick Jagger, who truly “Moves Like Jagger.” Performing all of the Rolling Stones’ greatest hits along with his band who look and perform remarkably like their Rolling Stones counterparts in every way – Keith, Ronnie, Charlie and Bill. At the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. $20, or $15 for season pass holders, available at the Visitor Information Centre, ArtFirst, or the Revelstoke Arts Council website.

COWPUNCHER LIve at the Last Drop.

DJ TWEEKED Live at the Traverse.

January 30–31

BIG RIVER A Johnny Cash tribute band, live

Santa Lucia LFR – short for Latin funk rock – will be playing two shows in Revelstoke on Saturday. At the Carousel of Nations the Vancouver six-piece will be playing a more acoustic set. That night, they’ll hit the stage at the River City Pub, where they’ll be going all out with their blend of rock, west coast funk and Cuban grooves.

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at the Last Drop.

Friday, January 30

REVELSTOKE GRIZZLIES vs. the Summerland Steam. Junior B hockey, at the Revelstoke Forum at 7 p.m.

BILLY BANGERS AND DJANGO Live at the Traverse.

dance, children's activities and more. At the community centre from 4–7 p.m.

SANTA LUCIA LFR This band plays a mix of latin funk, Cuban groove and some rock.

The show is a fundraiser for the Revelstoke multi-cultural society. At the River City Pub. FUNKHUNTERS Live at the Traverse.

Saturday, January 31

February 3–6

scenic tours and rides with funds going towards prostate cancer research and awareness of men’s health issues. At Glacier House Resort.

CAROUSEL OF NATIONS A celebration of Revelstoke's diversity, with food, music,

20 of the top freeskiers in the world compete in a three-day event that includes slopestyle, big mountain, and alpine touring events. At Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

SNOWMOBILE RIDE FOR DAD Guided

RED BULL COLD RUSH Come watch as

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Sicamous Eagles. Junior B hockey, at the Revelstoke Forum at 7 p.m.

February 6–7

PUTTIN' ON THE FOIL Live at the River

City Pub.

Friday, February 6

REVELSTOKE GRIZZLIES vs. the Kamloops Storm. Junior B hockey, at the Revelstoke Forum at 7 p.m.

RED BULL COLD RUSH AFTER PARTY DJs to be announced. At the Traverse.

Saturday, February 7

THE LITTLE PRINCE Meet talking roses and foxes! Venture out on interplanetary travel! Learn about true love and loyalty!

Join The Little Prince on a spectacular adventure as he celebrates open-mindedness,

open-heartedness and the beauty of imagination. With puppets, masks, original music and a little theatre magic, the storytelling experts of Monster Theatre capture audiences’ hearts and funny bones as they bring Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s cherished novella to life. At the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5, or $20 for a family of five (two adults and three children), available at the Visitor Information Centre, ArtFirst, or the Revelstoke Arts Council website.

REVELSTOKE GRIZZLIES vs. the North Okanagan Knights. Junior B hockey, at the Revelstoke Forum at 7 p.m.

shock and dismay of each previous wife. What culminates is the heated frenzy of an ex-wives club where these women swap stories, toss Anne Boleyn’s head around, pick on the ugly German one and, most importantly, fight for the right to be acknowledged as Henry’s true bride and eternal partner. But when Henry arrives…everything changes. At the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, or $12 for a pass holder, available at the Visitor Information Centre, ArtFirst, or the Revelstoke Arts Council website.

MAX ULIS w/LORNE B Live at the Traverse.

TIL DEATH: THE SIX WIVES OF HENRY VIII It all starts in the afterlife, in

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a bizarre waiting room of sorts. One by one, the wives of Henry VIII arrive, much to the

SHIRLEY GNOME Musical comedian sings her original songs. Live at the River City Pub at 9 p.m.

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Please be advised that submissions received may be published on the City of Revelstoke website, with other associated information. No further submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing.

Please be advised that a Public Hearing will be held in Council Chambers located in Suite 102 – 103 Second Street East, Revelstoke, B.C. on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. for each of the following two Zoning Amendment Bylaws:

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2065 The purpose of the Bylaw is to rezone the subject property located at 817 Silver Avenue from Low Density Residential District (R2) to Low Density Residential Vacation Rental District (R2v) subzone in order to allow the Vacation Rental use of an existing single CITYfor OF REVELSTOKE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING family dwelling.

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ATTENTION 2015 SPECIAL EVENT ORGANIZERS Application for Public Special Event Permits Local clubs and organizations interested in applying for a Beer Garden License for 2015 are invited to pick up their application forms in person at the Revelstoke Community Centre @ 600 Campbell Avenue or on-line at revelstoke.ca.

Completed forms are to be returned to the Community Centre by Feb. 16th , 2015.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS PUBLIC ART MURAL PROJECT LOCATED AT 111 CAMPBELL AVENUE The Public Art Advisory Committee of the City of Revelstoke continues to seek proposals for public art to be installed at 111 Campbell Avenue (The Liquor Store Building). Multi media may be considered.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2066 The purpose of the Bylaw is to add microbrewery as a permitted use in the C4 Highway Commercial District and to amend the definition for microbrewery to increase the number of hectolitres per year from 7,500 to 15,000.

Inspection of Documents: Copies of all the relevant documents for the proposed Bylaw Amendments will be available for review in the Engineering and Development Services Department at City Hall, 216 Mackenzie Avenue, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays up until Tuesday, February 10, 2015.

Public Participation: At the hearing, the public shall be allowed to make representations to the Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw. All persons who believe their interest is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw.

Written submissions can be submitted to the Corporate Officer until the close of the Public Hearing. All persons who prefer to have their submissions available to Council members in advance as part of the Public Hearing agenda package, should deliver their submissions to the Administration Department, 216 Mackenzie Ave., P.O. Box 170, Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0 (Fax #: 250-837-4930 or admin@revelstoke.ca) before 12:00 noon on Tuesday February 10, 2015.

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For more information or a Request for Proposals package, please contact Laurie Donato, Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture, at (250) 837-9351 or by email: ldonato@ revelstoke.ca. Packages can also be picked up in person at the Community Centre, 600 Campbell Avenue, Revelstoke, B.C. or downloaded from the City’s website at revelstoke. ca. The deadline for submission of a proposal will be 4:30 p.m., on Wednesday, February 18th, 2015.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS for PUBLIC ART to be located at THE REVELSTOKE VISUAL ARTS CENTRE – 320 WILSON STREET The Public Art Advisory Committee of the City of Revelstoke continues to seek proposals for public art to be installed at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre – 320 Wilson Street.

For more information or a Request for Proposals package, please contact Laurie Donato, Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture, at (250) 837-9351 or by email: ldonato@ revelstoke.ca. Packages can also be picked up in person at the Community Centre, 600 Campbell Avenue, Revelstoke, B.C. or downloaded from the City’s website at revelstoke. ca. The deadline for submission of a proposal will be 4:30 p.m., on Wednesday, February 18th, 2015.

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Til Death: The Six Wives of Henry VIII

Competitors race beneath the towering trees alongside the Mickey Olson Loop at Mt. Macpherson. The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club played host to 375 racers at a BC Cup race last weekend.

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BC Cup race a “phenomenal success” Alex Cooper

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Saturday February 7th

Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 7:30pm The Betrayed Wife. The Scheming Wife. The Peacemaker. The Ugly German. The Slutty One. The One in Love with Someone Else. Six Queens. Six Love stories. Six Deaths. One Actress! It all starts in the afterlife, in a bizarre waiting room of sorts. The six wives of Henry VIII, in a heated frenzy of an ex-wives club, fight for the right to be acknowledged as Henry’s true bride and eternal partner!

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The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club is riding high after hosting a successful BC Cup race at Mount Macpherson last weekend.

"It was absolutely fantastic.

It was a phenomenal success," said Sarah Newton, one of the race organizers for the club. “It's always dicey having a big race in Revelstoke because of the highways and weather. Everyone got in and out of town and the rain held off."

The BC Cup is the biggest race series held in the province. About 375 athletes from all over the province came to Revelstoke for the event, with as many spectators on hand. About 120 volunteers helped things run smoothly.

The two-day event featured classic technique races on Saturday and skate-ski races on Sunday. The competition featured racers from the ages of three to 68, though the biggest races were amongst the youth.

The races were threatened by rain all weekend, with Environment Canada calling for a Pineap-

ple Express to bring moisture and warm weather all weekend. Fortunately, the temperature stayed relatively cool and what precipitation did fall came in the form of snow.

Newton said the groomers did a great job of preparing the Mickey Olson Loop for the race.

The action kicked off Saturday with the classic races. The first group to leave the start gate was the atom boys. Revelstoke's Mica Sheppard and Kieran MacIntosh finished first and second in the race. Thomas Paquin of Revelstoke, the youngest racer of the day, finished fifth.

A Revelstoke racer won the atom girls race, with Isobel Wilson taking top spot. Natalia Morrone and Rachel Grabinsky also cracked the top five.

Other Revelstoke highlights from Saturday include: — Emily MacLeod, 5th bantam girls; — Simon Blackie, 5th midget boys; — Miika Park, 5th midget girls; — Alana Britting, 3rd juvenile girls.

On Sunday, it was time for the

free technique races, or skate-skiing as it's better known. Racers took off in a mass start, with the biggest field being the 37 competitors in the midget girls category.

Revelstoke highlights include: — Natalia Morronie, 1st atom girls; — Isobel Wilson, 2nd atom girls; — Maeve MacLeod, 5th pee wee girls; — Nelson Luxmoore, 4th bantam boys; — Elizabeth Elliott, 5th juvenile girls; — Rory Luxmoore, 4th masters men.

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Newton said Revelstoke kids had a great time, even if they didn't get the results they hoped for.

"Home turf advantage sometimes isn't an advantage. It's a lot of pressure," she said.

Other highlights included the presence of the Australian junior development team; an executive from Teck, the BC Cup's main sponsor, coming out; and former Olympian Zina Kocher helping out with warm-ups and handing out medals.

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Czech makes the grade for Grizzlies Cassandra Federico

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The Revelstoke Grizzlies reached far away to fill the assistant coach position this year. Rostislav Příhonský, a friend of coach Ryan Parent, was brought over from the Czech Republic to help the guide the team.

Příhonský sat down with the Times Review, and a translator, to talk about his time in Revelstoke.

He has a lot of experience in coaching and managing different hockey teams and clubs back home.

His main reasons for coming to Revelstoke were to help out his friend Parent with coaching his new team, and to learn English.

He described his experience with the Grizzlies and what it was like coaching these players, in comparison to the players in Czech Republic.

"The players here are very keen to learn. They are always asking for feedback, and I am always happy to give them advice," he said. "This is different from the players back home because there they are used to being told what to do, and they don't often ask for help."

Příhonský talked about the improvement he's seen in the team over the season.

"I have seen a lot of improvement, even though it doesn't always reflect in the scores," he said.

He shared what his plans are for after the season is done.

"I plan on staying around for about two more weeks. I'd like to enjoy Revelstoke, and the surrounding areas, and go skiing. I may even catch a hockey game out of town," he said. "I also may possibly make arrangements to come back next season."

Since he's been here, he has spent some of his free time volunteering to help coach minor hockey, and women's hockey.

Grizzly player Jeff Bochon shared some comments about Rostislav, and what its been like having him as a coach this season.

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Next Home Games

Saturday January 30th vs. Summerland Puck Drops at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday February 3rd vs. Sicamous Puck Drops at 7:00 p.m.

Friday February 6th vs. Kamloops Puck Drops at 7:00 p.m.

All fixtures played at the Revelstoke Forum

REVELSTOKE GRIZZLIES Czech Rostislav Příhonský has been coaching the Grizzlies this season.

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"I've learned a lot from him, and he's good at telling players what they can improve on," Bochon said. "He also has a great hockey mind, and his English has gotten a lot better over the season."

Outside of coaching, Příhonský has enjoyed the scenery in Revelstoke. He loves getting to go outside and seeing the mountains everyday.

"I'm always taking photos of the mountains, and posting them on Facebook, so my friends can see where I live," he said

Grizz playoff hopes dwindle with losses Cassandra Federico

Online Jersey Auction The Revelstoke Junior Grizzlies would like to announce that they will be selling the teams 3rd Jerseys in an online Charity Auction. After discussing what charity the players would like to have the proceeds benefit, it was decided by the team that they would donate all the funds raised to the Revelstoke Women’s Shelter and Kid Sport.

The Online Auction will begin January 27th and run until the Grizzlies last home game February 14th.All the information regarding the Charity Auction can be found on the Grizzlies website: revelstokegrizzlies.com Any questions regarding the auction can be answered by contacting: Ryan Parent Grizzlies Coach/ GM @ 250-309-1671 or Lance Morey Auction Administrator @ 403-889-8514.

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The Grizzlies continued to fight for their spot in the playoffs over the past week. They managed to pull off one win, but unfortunately lost two more.

The Grizzlies played host to the Kamloops storm last Tuesday. Although they were up 3-1 for part of the game, the Grizzlies couldn't hang on to the win, and lost 6-3.

Kamloops opened the scoring at 15:24 in the first on a power play. Revelstoke tied it up shortly after when Michael Roberts scored, with assists from Brady Mende, and Louie Federico.

The Grizzlies came out strong in the second with a powerplay goal at 17:38 from Tyler Chavez Leech.

Roberts, and Nii Noi Tetteh picked up assists on the goal. At 12:16, Mende put a third on the board for the Grizzlies, with help from Federico, and Zach Morey. Kamloops would then dominate the rest of the second, scoring five goals in a row. The Grizzlies tried to get back into the game in the third, but they couldn't add any more, and lost 6-3.

Friday's game was much more successful for the grizzlies, as they beat the Princeton Posse 4-0 on home ice.

Roberts got the Grizzlies on the board at 5:24 in the first, with assists from Zach Paxman, and Griffin Fried. They continued their run in the second with a goal at 13:40 from Jackson Fulton. Fried added another for the Grizzlies with only 36 seconds left in the second. Chavez Leech scored a fourth for Revelstoke at 16:52 in the third to cement the win for his team.

The Grizzlies travelled to Chase on Saturday, where they lost 3-2 against the Heat.

Wesley Matsuda got Chase on the board at 15:53 in the first. The Heat added two more in the second, giving themselves a comfortable three goal lead

Family Series

Aiden Doak recorded a shutout in his return to action on Friday against Princeton.

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over Revelstoke going into the the third. The Grizzlies finally made it on the board with only 1:37 left in the game, when Ethan Waitzner scored with help from Mende. Roberts added a second for Revelstoke shortly after on a powerplay, but time ran out and the Grizzlies fell short 3-2.

The Grizzlies will be playing the Kelowna Chiefs at home on Tuesday, January, 27. This game was originally scheduled for earlier in the year, but was moved due to road closures. They have another home game on Friday against Summerland. Saturday they will be meeting the 100 Mile House Wranglers in Salmon Arm for a very important inner division match up. Revelstoke trails 100 Mile by eight points for the final playoff spot in the division, with only nine games left to play.

Saturday February 7th

Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre at 3:00pm With puppets, masks, original music and a little theatre magic, the storytelling experts of Monster Theatre capture audiences’ hearts and funny bones as they bring Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s cherished novella to life.

TICKETS $5. FAMILY PASS $20.

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Family literacy is fun. From January 24 – 31, families across British Columbia are encouraged to learn together and participate in literacy-related activities to benefit both children and adults.

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amily Literacy Week is a means of reaching not only children, but their caregivers. Parents and caregivers who participate in family learning, directly and positively affect the language and literacy development of their children. Even 15 minutes a day can improve both a child and parent’s literacy skills dramatically.

During the week, hundreds of activities and events are being offered by literacy providers, schools, libraries and community centres across the province to promote literacy and learning. Activities range from book drives to children’s reading circles to family game nights. This feature section is your guide to Family Literacy in B.C.

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literacy organizations. But don’t expect everything to involve reading.

“Literacy is not just reading and writing,” says Brattston. “While they do make up the foundation of literacy, it is so much more. When you engage in simple, everyday activities you help your child learn.”

What activities will her family be doing during Family Literacy Week?

“During Family Literacy Week we will continue to play board games, sing silly songs, draw pictures for our grandparents, go outside for a nature walk and curl up with one of our favorite bedtime stories.”

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arents and caregivers across British Columbia are encouraged to find fun ways of practicing literacy with their children during Family Literacy Week, January 24-31.

“Literacy starts in the home so it is important that families take a few minutes each day to play together, prepare food together, sing and enjoy music, draw a picture, write a letter, or read their favorite story,” says Sheri Brattston, an early literacy expert with Decoda Literacy Solutions.

Literacy is important to everyone, but especially children. Research shows that when children are engaged early and often with literacy, they generally go on to do better in school; pursue post-secondary education; find better employment; vote more often and give back to their communities.

“Literacy impacts all areas of our lives,” says Brattston. “Health, employment, economic status and life chances are all tied to literacy development.”

As a lifelong learner herself, Brattston has a master’s degree in education and you will often hear her talking about the importance of early literacy and how easy it is to get your child involved.

“Engaging in family literacy activities is not expensive, it’s not time consuming , but it is crucial to a child’s development…even spending 15 minutes a day reading together can improve a child’s literacy skills dramatically.”

During Family Literacy Week, thousands of events will take place across B.C. to celebrate family literacy and give families the opportunity to learn together. There are events taking place in libraries, community centres, neighbourhood houses and of course

1. Family literacy involves a lot of time, effort and expenses.

2. Literacy is defined as reading and writing.

3. Parents are the biggest influence in their child’s learning.

4. Children do better in school when engaged early with literacy.

5. Learning only takes place in the classroom.

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We support literacy!

The Revelstoke Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library offers many great programs that encourage literacy. Bring your child to: Toddlertime: Fridays at 10:15am Storytime: Fridays at 11:00am Family Craft Day: The first Saturday of each month starting at 10:30am Mulitcultural Storytimes: The third Saturday of each month at 3:00pm Lego Club: The fourth Saturday of each month at 2:30pm Please call 250-837-5095 or visit www.orl.bc.ca/branches/revelstoke for more information.

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BY MARGARET SUTHERLAND

L

eaving everything behind to start a new life can be scary, but that’s exactly what Lani did ten years ago. “If my Dad didn’t pass away I wouldn’t have come. I wanted to help my mom support my younger brother and sister.”

Lani got a job in a camp at the Mica Dam, near Revelstoke. “At first I didn’t talk to anyone. I was sad, I didn’t have any friends.” But over time, Lani made friends at the camp, where she eventually met her husband. In

2009, the couple had a baby boy named Evan.

Lani got information about programs for families and when Evan was three months old, Lani and her mother-in-law took him to the Mother Goose program in Revelstoke.

“I thought it was fun. I didn’t know any of the baby songs but I met other moms.”

The Mother Goose program facilitator printed the songs for Lani and she studied them at home. “My husband said ‘it’s not a test’ but I wanted to get the words right!”

When Lani and her family moved to Castlegar she looked online to find programs she could attend with Evan. She found what she was looking for at Kootenay Family Place – a family literacy program offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) for English as a Second Language (ESL) families with young children.

Lani made friends at the ESL family program, lots of friends, and became an unofficial leader of the group, organizing parties, play dates and outings. “In Revelstoke I had a big group of Filipino friends. I was afraid I would be lonely in Castlegar. But, when you meet people who have all come from a different country, you connect.”

Lani noticed a difference in Evan too.

He enjoyed doing the crafts and listening to stories in circle. His social skills improved, and he became more independent.

“ESL Family Time is a wonderful program.

It is good for the parents and good for the kids.

It helped Evan be ready for school. I enjoy the speakers. We have had a dental-hygienist, public health nurse and a yoga teacher come to the program to talk to the parents.”

Now that Evan is going to school, Lani is attending ESL Family Time with her

Proud to work in support of the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Proud to work in support of Okanagan College offers the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy • Adult Literacy Tutoring Okanagan • English asCollege a Second offers Language • Adult Literacy Tutoring programming

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“I like it in Canada. It is very family oriented.

In the Philippines families live close together.

In Canada families are close in other ways.”

For more information about literacy programs in your community visit cbal.org.

We support literacy!

The City encourages families to learn together and participate in literacy related activities to benefit both children and adults.

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What is STEAM? STEAM learning is an authentic, hands-on approach to learning that integrates science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. The acronym STEAM originated with the National Science Foundation; STEAM incorporates the arts.

Fun Activities for Babies and Toddlers

Fun Activities for Preschoolers (ages 3 to 5)

Fun Activities for ages 5 to 8

⚫ Gather household objects that make different noises, e.g. plastic containers with something inside, spoons, pot lids, and toys. Make lots of different sounds and rhythms. Use objects that make both hard and soft sounds. Talk about what you hear. ⚫ Make a treasure basket. Fill a basket with safe household items that have different colours, textures, weights, sizes, etc. For younger babies, a basket with soft fabric, a soft toy, a soft sponge, and soft towel is appropriate. ⚫ Young babies can hold, mouth, and drop blocks. And they can watch you stack and knock over blocks. As children develop, they can start to sort, stack and build with blocks. Make sure the blocks are designed for very young children.

⚫ Use a magnifying glass to explore your home and yard. How do things look different? Do you notice new details?

Draw what you see. ⚫ Play Tri-spy. In this version of I spy, choose a category of things to look for, e.g. something orange, something shiny, something funny. ⚫ Cook together. You can follow a recipe or get creative. Salad, pizza and cookies are all popular choices. Added bonus: children often want to eat what they have prepared. ⚫ What do you think will float? Collect and make some things you think will float, such as plastic bottle tops, corks, and waterproof toys; then try them out.

Don’t forget to add some things that won’t float.

⚫ Use things around the house to build something together. For example, you can design and create a scavenger hunt, a board game, a Lego structure, a domino run, an item of jewellery or clothing, a piece of music or a recipe. ⚫ Origami is a popular activity with some children. Start with simple paper folding, like the origami talking dog. There are lots of origami instructions available online or in books at the library. ⚫ Draw or write with invisible ink. Dip a cotton swab into lemon juice and write or draw on heavy paper or cardstock. Use heat (a hair dryer, light bulb or iron) to make the picture or words appear. Be careful; too much heat and the paper could catch fire. Try different liquids and compare the results.

Literacy and lifelong learning in the Columbia Basin and Boundary Region

Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) provides free literacy programs for children, families, youth, adults and seniors.

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Revelstoke Multicultural Society’s flagship event, the Carousel of Nations, is celebrating its sixth year this Saturday, Jan. 31, at the community centre.

“The aim is to showcase and celebrate the multiculturalism and diversity in Revelstoke’s past and present,” says B.R. Whalen, the Society’s coordinator.

Whalen explains that the event builds bridges between the cultures that make up the community of Revelstoke. “The Carousel of Nations increases intercultural understanding and pride by sharing information about cultural differences and values,” she says.

The Revelstoke Multicultural Society is itself fairly young. It came into being when several Okanagan College staff from the ‘Welcoming and Inclusive Commu-

nities Program,’ community members and organizations decided to open a dialogue about how to make Revelstoke a more inclusive and welcoming place.

“One participant, Satish Shonek, mentioned that there is a large event where he had lived that celebrated multiculturalism,” Whalen explains, adding that Alan Chell, who was coordinating these sessions, liked the idea, inspired the group and delegated tasks to make

the event a reality. “Alan, with the help of many others, including Cathy English and Catherine Bellerose was instrumental in forming the Revelstoke Multicultural Society, so that we could apply for Columbia Basin Trust funding,” adds Whalen.

“The Carousel of Nations really highlights the cultures of people from different countries who have made Revelstoke their home,” says Paula Flaa, a volunteer helping with

the event’s marketing. Born and raised in Revelstoke, Flaa believes the event is useful in celebrating diversity and showing Revelstokians how the community is changing and growing.

“As well the event gives those who have never had the opportunity to travel a taste of these cultures,” she adds.

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for primary school aged children, parents can leave their kids for one hour (4:30– 5:30 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m.) where children explore a variety of different stations, learning how children play and learn in the educational systems of other cultures.

Additionally, the event will boast cultural displays, a wide variety of food (available at $3 per try), local musical group The Highlanders, followed by out of town musicians, hoop dancers, with headliners Santa Lucia LFR Latin Funk Rock playing a somewhat more acoustic set to appeal to all ages.

At 10 p.m. that night, Santa Lucia LFR will also be performing at the River City Pub, accompanied by a Polynesian dance group from Vernon. Admission is only $5 and the Regent will donate all cover back to the Multicultural Society to support the Carousal of Nations.

Santa Lucia LFR Latin Funk Rock has had their latest CD described as “a blend of horn driven music anthems with a social conscience, unique Latin sensibilities with plenty of rock, a shot of salsa, a shed-load of funk, and some high-speed Colombian cumbia.”

On Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Community Center, the Polynesian dance group will deliver a free dance workshop that is open to all ages.

The Carousel of Nations is a community driven event, and it is thanks to its dedicated and talented group of volunteers it has become such a success. Additionally, the “event is free (expect food) for everyone thanks to many generous sponsors and

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Deadline for applications is March 6, 2015, or March 20, 2015, depending on the program.

Children learn Japanese calligraphy at last year’s Carousel of Nations. The event returns for its sixth year this Saturday, Jan. 31.

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Mrs. Shannon Rae Ross passed away at home, surrounded by her family on Thursday morning, January 15, 2015 at the age of 54 years. A Celebration of Life reception will be held in the Revelstoke United Church Hall (Lower Level) on Saturday, January 24th, 2015 at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the B.C. Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 2K2.

Shannon was born on August 3, 1960 in Regina, Saskatchewan and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1997. She spent many years working in the hospitality industry and received her diploma for hotel assistant management with highest honours, which she really enjoyed right up until the time her health started to affect her more and more. Shannon loved to go fishing and hunting with her husband. She didn’t care if she caught a fish or not, she just enjoyed the water.

The same went for hunting. She always wanted everyone to get the animal first.

She was predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Benny and Dolly Evenson; maternal grandparents, Arthur and Rachel Carlson; mother and fatherin-law, Louise and Ken Ross; sister-in-law Bonnie Nicholson; brother-in-law Gordon Ross and her grandson, Corbin Reyes Joseph. Shannon leaves behind her husband of 34 years, Darrell of Revelstoke; three children: Michelle Ross (Brandt Grey) of 150 Mile House, Jocelyn Ross of Revelstoke and Darryl Ross of Youbou, B.C.; two grandchildren: Brady Reyes Joseph and Makenzy Reyes Joseph both of Revelstoke, her parents Norman & Maxine Evenson of Abbotsford, one sister, Charlene (Stephane) Brissette of Quebec; aunt Ella Mae (Mel) Stenner of Saskatchewan; brother-in-laws Ken Nicholson, Dennis Ross and Don (Sherrene) Ross, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a number of good friends.

Passed away January 22, 2015 at the age of 70. Survived by his loving husband Leyster Peters, sisters Sue Wood and Kathy Wood, niece Tanis Rousseau, great niece Chelsea Sanky and great nephew Liam Sanky, great niece Kaitlyn Seabrook, great, great nephew Askr Peter and numerous cousins.

Sadly predeceased by his parents Robert and Margaret Wood, sister Linda Wood and niece Sherilyn Popko.

As per Wayne’s request no services will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to B.C. Neurofibromatosis Foundation Box 5339, Victoria B.C. V8R 6S4

Dougall William (Bill) Munro Dougall William (Bill) Munro died suddenly at his residence in Revelstoke on Sunday, January 18th, 2015 at the age of 65 years.

There will be no formal funeral service by Bill’s own request. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C., 729 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B5, or to the charity of one’s choice, in memory of Bill.

Bill was born on January 30, 1949 in Mission City, B.C. and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1993. He enjoyed camping and building model trucks. Bill loved to remove snow with his snowblower. He especially loved spending time with all of his family.

Bill was predeceased by his parents and one brother John. He is survived by his wife Gail of Revelstoke; two children: Mark (Lesley) Munro of Prince George and Shannon (Ken) Olsen of Revelstoke; five grandchildren: Kelsey, Kaitlyn, Evan, Mitchell and Mikayla; two brothers: Robert (Hilda) Munro of Abbotsford and Tom Munro of Mission; two sisters: Edith (Gerry) Cannon of Mission and Jean (Dana) Galloway of Williams Lake; numerous nieces and nephews as well as his beloved dog Jackson.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Shannon’s obituary notice at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

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Red Bull Cold Rush set to take over Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Sean Pettit shows his slopestyle skills at the 2012 Red Bull Cold Rush in Silverton, Colorado. He’s one of 20 athletes taking part in this year’s edition at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

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Just when it looked like competitive freeskiing had left Revelstoke for good, it’s returned — along with a whole new level of notoriety.

The Red Bull Cold Rush, one of the premier competitions in the freeskiing world, will fill the void left by the Freeride World Tour (FWT) after the Revelstoke stop was cut from this year’s tour schedule.

While the FWT involved only big mountain skiing and snowboarding, Red Bull Cold Rush incorporates four disciplines of freeskiing (no snowboarding) into a three day contest. It’s the top tier multi-tool of freeski competitions, and after a two year hiatus it has returned with a vengeance, right in our backyard.

The disciplines of Cold Rush are big mountain, cliffs, backcountry slopestyle, and ski touring.

On February 3, the commotion begins with the big mountain portion of the competition. This will test the ability of athletes to find a challenging, yet fluid line down the mountain, similar to the criteria of the FWT. It will be held on

the ‘Spilt Milk’ venue, just outside of the Revelstoke Mountain Resort boundary in Greely Bowl. Spectating will be possible from within the RMR boundary.

The cliff day will be next, held on the backside of Kokanee Bowl ridge. This discipline will see skiers dropping cliffs of their choice; balancing airtime, difficulty and style in the process. Performing tricks off the imposing drops will surely increase score. Given the remote location beyond the RMR boundary in hazardous avalanche terrain, spectating is strongly discouraged.

The final day of competition will comprise the backcountry slopestyle, held in the ‘Almost Heli’ area of Montana Bowl, inside the RMR cat-skiing terrain. This discipline will showcase the jumping and tricking abilities of athletes as they navigate a slope complete with eight or nine jumps of varying shapes and sizes. The course was designed and built by competitor Riley Leboe, and is touted by Red Bull “as bigger and better” compared to previous courses.

“The jumps are absolutely massive,” said Tatum Monod, one of five female athletes invited and the only Canadian among them. “It’s

an opportunity to push myself and my skiing and have a lot of fun with a good crew.”

Since the slopestyle venue lies beyond the RMR boundary, spectating is not encouraged at this time.

The ski touring portion of the event will be held in the afternoon of one of the competition days, location TBA. Though ski touring was a part of the inaugural Cold Rush, it has not appeared in the contest since. It’s been reinstated this year in tune with the rising popularity of recreational ski touring, and as a competitive equalizer. Since the chosen athletes come from different skiing backgrounds, some bring greater tricking ability to the competition and some greater ski touring experience. Given this discrepancy, the slopestyle and ski touring categories will be weighted with equal points.

Reigning Cold Rush champion Dane Tudor agrees with its return: “I’m really stoked they brought back the touring side, it really helps equalize the playing field for those of us who don’t jump too often.”

The fourth day will serve as a weather day in case conditions are unsuitable for competition during any of the previous days. If

one thing can be counted on, it’s that Mother Nature will do as she pleases. As seen last year, the FWT had to be cancelled due to unsafe conditions on the east face of Mt. Mackenzie. And the first ever Cold Rush at Red Mountain had to be substituted with a ‘Chinese downhill’ race when it rained to mountain top and promptly froze. One can only hope for Mother Nature’s good will next week.

Once all is said and shredded, the video and awards night will take place at the Roxy Theatre on February 5 or 6, depending on whether or not the weather day is used. The results will be determined by the athletes themselves, by ranking runs based on style, speed and technique. The peer-evaluated judging format is another aspect of Cold Rush that sets it apart from other contests, giving athletes a direct say in the outcome.

There will be no online live feed of the event since it’s all being filmed as part of The Red Bull Signature Series, a NBC TV show set for release in December.

RMR general manager Rob Elliot encourages spectating of the big mountain portion but was undecided on the slopestyle: “I think

we’ll line up a viewing area in the cat terrain, some vantage point that may work, that’s the tentative plan.”

Despite the challenges of spectatorship, RMR should serve the needs of Cold Rush well.

As local pro skier/competitor Chris Rubens put it, “That was always the aim of Cold Rush, to find the best all-around skier, and I think Revelstoke really fits that goal”.

Here is the roster of athletes that will be taking part: Bene Mayr (GER) Sage Cattabriga-Alosa (USA) Sean Pettit (CAN) Dane Tudor (CAN) Sammy Carlson (USA) Chris Rubens (CAN) Kye Petersen (CAN) Riley Leboe (CAN) Callum Pettit (CAN) Wiley Miller (CAN) Logan Pehota (CAN) Richard Permin (FRA) Johnny Collinson (USA) Stan Rey (SUI) Joe Schuster (CAN) Tatum Monod (CAN) Michelle Parker (USA) Ingrid Backstrom (USA) Grete Eliassen (USA) Suz Graham (USA)

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