Castlegar News, February 12, 2015

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Anyone taking a drive by the Columbia River and up towards the Arrow Lakes should notice the drastically low water levels. These low levels have taken an especially large toll on Scottie’s Marina, perhaps forcing them to cancel their annual fishing derby.

“We lost revenue, we’ve lost business. People can’t access their boats and they’re getting scared,” said manager Debbie Imeson. “Now they’re

pulling those boats and don’t want to pay for their stalls.”

The decline in water levels is due to several factors, including the Columbia River Treaty dams, which hold back spring runoff and then allow set amounts of water through BC and into the US. BC Hydro explained they are releasing the allowed water just as they have every other year, but this year there has been less moisture.

According to Hydro, as of February 3 the Arrow Lakes Reservoir water

level was 424.9 metres. It is expected to reach a minimum level in the range of 421.5 to 423.6 metres by February 28 before starting to slowly fill in March.

This is not good news for the marina.

“There was no warning,” Imeson said. “I mean we get the same weekly email that everyone around here receives, saying what they have planned from Friday to Friday. But we didn’t get any warning in January, ‘Hey the water’s going to drop 20 feet.’”

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“Our fishing derby’s coming up on the 21st and we might have to cancel it,” Imeson said.

Fishers have already sent in donations for the 10th annual derby and prizes have been purchased, so it’s sad to think the whole thing may fall through, she said.

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The BC Hockey Hall of Fame has announced their 2015 B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees. Among those selected were Markus Naslund, Rob Niedermayer and Castlegar’s Bruno Tassone with the 1979 Team BC Canada Winter Games gold medal team.

The inductees were announced in late January and the ceremonies will be held July 24.

Tassone says he will definitely be attending the ceremonies.

“It’s quite an honour to, number one, be able to win a national championship and to have that recognition of being able to do that. Being put into the Hall of Fame is quite an honour.”

Team BC won gold at the 1979 Canada Winter Games which were held in Brandon, Manitoba.

BC annihilated the competition, going 4-0 in the round robin. After defeating Prince Edward Island 13-2, Tassone’s team continued on to stomp Nova Scotia 8-0 in the gold medal game.

Altogether, the team finished with 31 goals for and only 10 against. It might be safe to say that Tassone being in at defence had something to do with their wild success.

“On that team I played defence, but up until Juniors I was in at center.”

Tassone said he did prefer to play defence.

“You can see more of the game back there and it’s more of a physical game.”

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Bruno Tassone proudly shows off his gold medal and jersey from the Games.

Chris Stedile photo ing hockey at a young age — seven years old he said.

Tassone’s brother was the one to get him into Canada’s favourite game. He said his family was always big into hockey and when he watched his brother skating around with his team he couldn’t help but feel the passion too.

Years later, after much practice and honing his skills Tassone joined Team BC and helped

bring home the gold medal.

“When I played in the games I was oh, say, 18 - 19.”

With his recent election to City Council, Tassone has taken a year off from coaching — something he has done since he was around 20 years of age. For the long time coach this is temporary.

“Maybe next year I’ll start playing again, “ he said, “might even start coaching again.”

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Finally, the marina may have to disconnect its floating gas stock which provides gas to all the boats on the lake.

Without that, the marina won’t be of much use.

The Imesons aren’t only concerned for their own marina’s well-being but those visiting the area on their own accord.

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of all is safety for those unfamiliar with the waters, said Lorne Imeson, who has been working steady to make sure the boats they house are all attended to.

“Say someone comes down at night, hits the sand bar that’s sticking up now. They could get thrown and hurt, maybe killed. They just ran out of water so fast while coming down,” Lorne said.

The Imesons recently spent hundreds of thousands on renovations to the marina, including a new dock.

BC Hydro insists the water levels will stay within their guidelines: “While these levels are unusual relative to recent operations, similar or lower levels occurred prior to and including 2003 and will remain within BC Hydro’s water licence range.”

Furthermore, BC Hydro said they have taken actions to prevent the water from falling to even lower levels.

“For example, we have negotiated the smoothing of Columbia River Treaty water releases across February and March with the US. Additionally, we have been [trying] to further reduce releases from Arrow Lakes Reservoir in February.”

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Castlegar is set to host the Kootenays’ first ever BC Yukon Peony Show this June, and organizers are inviting floral enthusiasts of all stripes to enter the judged competition.

“This event is the first of its kind out here,” said Holly Pender-Love, who emphasized that they’re encouraging amateurs and professionals alike to participate in the event. And even if you don’t know anything about peonies, they’d like you to bring a bucket full of your best flowers to be categorized and judged.

Pender-Love said the event will be an opportunity to meet other peony enthusiasts in the community and to educate residents about these floral delights.

“There are so many different types, and they all have names. Some people call them flowers, but we have endless names,” she said, noting that five of her favourite types of peony are called White Wings, Fern Leaf, Sword Dance, Barrington Belle and Scarlet O’Hara.

And it’s not only famous screen legends that these flowers have been named after.

There’s also one named after former governor general Adrienne Clarkson.

“I thought when I moved to my little

place in Warfield I’d have room for 14 peonies but I now have 32. Peonies are low-maintenance, and really good for lazy gardeners,” said Pender-Love.

They also have incredible longevity.

“They last for 50 to 100 years, if they’re planted right and have 6 hours of sunshine a day, they’ll be there for your grandkids.”

Adriana Work, owner of Dutch Girl Peonies, said she fell in love with the flowers while she was working full-time on her farm in Beasley.

“I didn’t have time for a flower garden but there were already peonies and they bloomed every year. I found out what they were and I thought ‘this is the flower for me’,” said Work.

She eventually retired, and now she grows and sells peonies for a living. She currently has over 90 varieties. And though she’s involved in the event, you don’t have to be a professional like her to participate.

“Some people when they see peony show, they might think it’s for somebody else, somebody who knows a lot about horticulture. But it’s not. We want just your everyday gardener who loves their peony to bring it in and show it to us. We want to make it a real regional event,” she said.

Darlene Kalawsky said she’s a neophyte to peonies, though she’s been involved in the award-winning Communities in

Bloom project in town and is no stranger to flowers.

“I’m on a very steep learning curve. I’m a little above you,” she said, joking at the News’ lack of floral education. “But working with people like Holly and Adriana who have such a depth of information and experience with this is such a treat.”

The judges for the event are Carol and Jim Adelman of the Canadian Peony Society.

The organizers said the pair are worldclass experts on peonies.

“We’re quite honoured to have that level of expertise,” said Kalawsky.

Carol will also be giving a $20 talk titled Growing and Caring for Peonies.

There is no cost to enter a bloom. Volunteers will be on hand to help participants enter and classify their blooms.

Entries will be taken from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 26 and 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on June 27. The event will take place at the Castlegar Community Complex and the Sandman Hotel.

There will be no admission charge to the peony show, which will be happening in tandem with the Castlegar Garden Tour from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. on June 28.

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Lorne Barrass says he’s lucky to be alive after becoming another accident statistic on Highway 33 last Sunday.

Barrass, a resident of Castlegar, was traveling to Kelowna last weekend, with his wife Bernice behind the wheel, at about 2 p.m. when they turned into a blind curve and were confronted by a pile of slush on the road.

Losing traction in that slush, their vehicle, a 1992 Ford Crown Victoria sedan, veered off the highway and catapulted down an embank- Castlegar resident Lorne Barrass believes he and his wife are ment about 70 feet below the lucky to be alive after becoming another accident statistic on Highway 33 last Sunday.

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“All that prevented us from Barrass was critical of the ing Highway 33 over the past crashing another 100 feet snowplowing efforts on High- week, and says in light of his down the embankment was way 33 at that time, saying accident, he and his wife won’t we hit some trees to stop the steps can be taken to make it drive that stretch of road again. car, and that our car was too safer for motorists, starting “Our car was a write-off so big to pass through the space with shutting down the high- we drove back to Castlegar in between those trees,” Barrass way when it is being plower a rental, but we went by way of told the newspaper. until the roads are safely Osoyoos instead,” he said.

“If we had a smaller car, we cleared.

“We were very lucky that probably would have kept on “The problem is the road is neither of us were seriously going and nobody would have very narrow in that stretch and hurt in our accident, but I even known we were down there is no where to push the don’t want to use that highway there for days.” snow in a safe manner when again, and we have to travel to The couple had just passed cars are passing the snow- Kelowna often to deal with my the Big White ski hill turnoff plows,” he said. foot problem.” on Highway 33 and were neBarrass is critical of the Barrass’ experience came gotiating their way along the on the heels of a tragic acci- province’s decision years ago stretch of Highway 33 as it de- dent last Wednesday, a single to privatize highways road scends down a rugged moun- vehicle accident that claimed maintenance work, saying the tain pass from that turnoff. the life of Alexandra Paulina quality of service has never He was on his way to Kelow- Nyuli, 21, after the vehicle been the same since. na to see a specialist about she was driving veered off the “The way the roads are treatment for a foot ailment. highway and down a steep em- looked after now is a joke,” he A road service heavy equip- bankment. said. “If we weren’t wearing ment operator by trade, BarIn the aftermath of that ac- our seat belts and if the trees rass said he has been trained cident, John Collinson, presi- hadn’t stopped our car from to be prepared for accidents in dent of the Joe Rich Residents sliding further down the emequipment he operates, train- Association, has publicly bankment, we would still be ing which he said allowed him slammed the provincial gov- down there now.” to keep his wits about him af- ernment for raising the speed Barrass said he has nothing ter the car came to a stop. limit on Highway 33 from 90/ but good things to say about “I was unable to get out of kmh to 100 kmh, which has the efforts of the Joe Rich volthe car because of my foot only served to encourage driv- unteer firefighters to free him problem, but I was able to ers to go too fast on which is from the crash wreckage and help my wife, who wasn’t badly largely a two-lane stretch of pull him up the steep bank sehurt, to get herself out of the highway between Kelowna’s cured to a sled. car. She had to hike back up eastern boundaries and the “I couldn’t walk four firethe steep slope to stop a pass- Big White turnoff. fighters had to pull me up, ing motorist and get assistance Barrass said he was aware which wasn’t easy as I weigh to make a 9-1-1 call.” of controversy surround- about 250 pounds,” he said.

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Standoff ends peacefully

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Negotiator called in to assist RCMP Chris Stedile Castlegar News

A rare occasion occurred on Monday, as Castlegar RCMP responded to a disturbance involving a firearm and were forced to call in a negotiator from out of town.

The negotiator traveled from the Kamloops/Kelowna area with the emergency response team to deal with a man holed up in his place of residence with a firearm.

The RCMP received the call around 1:45 in the afternoon stating a man with a firearm was causing an issue in the 1000 block

of Seventh Avenue. The area was quickly evacuated and negotiations took place into the morning.

The man was finally arrested close to 4 a.m. the following day.

The 47-year-old Castlegar man is facing various charges which include assault, assault with a weapon, uttering threats, and various firearms related offences.

Although assault charges are being pressed, nobody involved was injured.

Corporal Debbie Postnikoff said this incident is unrelated to any previous crimes committed in Castlegar as of late.

In regards to the need for a

negotiator, she said, “We don’t see this a lot. I’ve been here seven years and honestly I think this is the first time we’ve had to call them out to the Castlegar area.”

The man is in police custody and will remain there until today, when he is to appear at the Castlegar courthouse.

The Castlegar RCMP and Kootenay Boundary Regional Detachment General Investigative Section continue to investigate the matter.

Should the public have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Castlegar RCMP at 250-365-7721.

Castlegarian’s fight is now over

Ban on medically assisted death lifted

Court’s ruling, mother Anne Fomenoff said, “We were just blown With the Supreme away. But at the same Court’s unanimous de- time, I expected that cision to overturn the would happen because ban on assisted suicide that’s what most peo— or the right to die ple generally wanted, — Castlegar resident, and it’s just a matter Anne Fomenoff can rest of choice. The right to a choice, and it went a little easier.

Fomenoff was by her through.”

While the whole Left to right: Gloria Taylor, Anne Fomenoff daughter, Gloria Tayprocess to get things in ing was the current law she was brought up, saylor’s side as she fought her case a few years order and change prac- was a breach of human ing funerals were more back, for the right to tice will likely take over rights. Mainly, life, lib- open and natural in the assisted suicide. It was a year, Fomenoff is ec- erty and security of the farming community she grew up in. in 2009 that Taylor was static that people now person.

In addition to rea“I hear comments first diagnosed with have this right, which to sons that may breach such as, ‘Everyone has ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s some may seem odd.

She believes death is Canada’s Charter of a certain quality of life.’ disease. much more taboo than Rights, the Judges No. No, don’t give me Amyotrophic Lateral looked at what may that. We see so many Sclerosis (ALS) is a de- it should be.

“People are afraid harm a person’s dignity that there’s no qualbilitating and fatal neuro-degenerative disease. of death and they don’t and that leaving a per- ity what-so-ever. They Taylor was a big be- talk about,” she said, son to suffer, certainly don’t even know who liever in the cause and “Gloria didn’t want to impinges on the secu- they are anymore with their pain.” followed in the footsteps die. I don’t want to die, rity of the person.

“That’s what Gloria While this new ruling of Sue Rodriguez fight- but I’m sure going to be really wanted.

To have in no way means many ready for it when the ing for her own right that right for the choice. people will be choosing to a medically-assisted time comes.”

“We’ve got palliative My comment would be to die with medical asdeath. In 2011 through 2012, Taylor fought and care and hospice and — because I have been sistance, many believe won her own case for all that, but in the event asked so many times — the right is there now, pain and end of life the dialogue has to start and that’s a great step an assisted death. She of ��������������������������������������� ����������������������� never had to use this gets out of hand, I can at home. The dialogue forward. is about death, dying Fomenoff said this is right and passed away, choose.” and grief, ” Fomenoff exexactly what her daughThe decision was peacefully and pain-free ter wanted when she bewith friends and family made by the Supreme plained.

She accredits her way gan her fight. by her side in late 2012. Court on Friday, Feb“Oh, she’s flying high.

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Vaccinations needed

It was just about a year ago that BC had to deal with an outbreak of measles, with about 100 cases popping up in the Fraser Valley, and a few more scattered around the province.

Though it’s still a common disease in many areas of the Third World, the once common childhood ailment is rarely seen in Canada these days.

There is one reason for that: Vaccinations.

Complications from measles include ear or respiratory infections like pneumonia, and in extreme cases, brain inflammation, blindness and deafness or, rarely, death.

Measles accounted for 500,000 deaths worldwide in the year 2000. Mass immunizations have drastically reduced that figure.

By 2012, the number of measles deaths had been reduced by 80 per cent.

But the number of children that are being vaccinated is shrinking — many parents willing to risk their children’s health, and that of others, by refusing to have their kids vaccinated.

More than 15 years ago, a British doctor, Andrew Wakefield, suggested the measles vaccine, long proven safe, might cause autism. His study have long since been found not only inaccurate, but fraudulent.

Yet, with the help of the Internet, the scare has been perpetuated and more. Experts are concerned that people who refuse one vaccine may be spurning others, setting communities up for outbreaks of other dangerous diseases that are slower to propagate like diphtheria and whooping cough.

The typical course for common measles, especially with modern medicines, is relatively mild. But why put your child through even that, and put others at risk, for misplaced fear of a simple vaccination? People may want to rely on the advice of doctors and other reliable sources rather than misplaced faith in the veracity of the Internet.

Remember, you don’t have to be an expert in anything to set up a website.

Off the Line Karen Haviland Sometimes I just don’t get the English language. Words are sometimes used which, to me at least, seem out of context even though they are frequently used.

Take the phrase, “that’s cheesy” for example. If one looks up cheesy in the dictionary it is defined as slang and means that it is basically inauthentic or that one is trying too hard. How the word cheesy was applied to such is unknown.

But, I didn’t come here to write about the English language. What I really wanted to write about was cheese. Thus the cheesy lead in to the column.

There are some things in this world which I don’t understand. The hardest thing to understand is a person who has an aversion to cheese. My husband comes close to that. He brags, yes brags that he has just graduated from only eating mild cheddar to eating medium cheddar cheese.

In fact, he takes pride in that. Like his father before him and now, like his son,

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(and likely one day our grandson too) he steadfastly refuses to branch out, take a chance, and try, just try for goodness sake! any other cheese than cheddar.

His biggest cheese adversary is Parmesan cheese. He can smell it from a mile away and claims that the very smell turns his stomach. I say there is a lot to be said about nature vs. nurture. I clearly remember his dad wrinkling up his nose, and in a high, disdainful voice proudly proclaim, “I hate stinky cheese.” Well dad, apparently so does your son and I often wonder if that dislike of “offbeat” cheese was simply ingrained in him from early childhood.

All that being said, I do have to give my husband some kudos for recognizing that as much as he despises cheese, I love cheese. In fact, I never met a cheese I didn’t like. Seriously! To tell the truth, the stinkier the cheese the better I like it.

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ed that my father, who was German, and my mother, who was Swedish both had an ongoing love affair with all types of cheese. While money was tight to come by back then, mom and dad could always find enough money to buy a fine cheese and crackers.

Of course mom dealt out minute pieces of cheese to her children. On one hand she wanted us to be cultured and educated when it came to cheese, yet on the other hand she keenly understood that a block of cheese didn’t go very far with five always-hungry children. Nonetheless we always got our taste of cheese and a small little lesson on its origins.

My love of cheese has grown since that day. My cheeseless husband laughs at me when we go grocery shopping because inevitably he seems to lose me. Well, he doesn’t really lose me. He knows exactly where I am; I can be found hovering around the fancy cheese section picking each one up, looking at it, reading its de-

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scription and itching to fill up that cart with all the glorious offerings on display.

But I restrain myself. With great difficulty and to my ultimate sadness.

I really don’t know why some people love cheese and some could care less. I find it hard to comprehend and just as likely they fail to understand my great passion for cheese.

One day, I just might indulge in a cheese fantasy I have been contemplating for a while. My secret wish is to enroll in a cheese club. Yup. Evidently there are such things. For a set price per month a selection of cheese will be sent for your tasting. That sounds like heaven to me. Can you imagine opening your mailbox and the lovely smell of cheese wafting out?

For now though I will be content with snagging the odd part wheel of cheese (Cambozola is my go to passion right now) and eating it all on my own without the help of my cheeseanoid husband.

Signed — The Mouse.

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Boardwalk shouldn’t need rebuilding It is nice to learn that the trail society will be rebuilding the Waldie boardwalks, although I think that action should have been unnecessary.

I constructed the original boardwalks for a projected lifespan of 40 years, with two re-decking episodes. The critical factor was the soundness of the stringer poles, supplied by West Kootenay Power.

Although one of these failed a year before the 2012 flood event, that was the result of a fracture sustained from a falling tree shortly after its completion. I did not replace the stringer then, as I thought it would last until the first re-decking operation.

The remaining cedar poles were quite sound when they were needlessly cut up. I have a plaque on my wall, made from a W.K.P. pole that saw a 100 years of service.

The boardwalks were destroyed by negligence.

It would have been an easy matter to go in by boat and add extension pieces to the guide posts, attached quickly with split coupling collars. That operation, on the very stable floating walkways, would have required less than a couple of hours.

I learned that lesson in 1996 and designed the boardwalks for that eventuality. Their construction history is documented in the Waldie Boardwalks Album slideshow in the Trails in Time Facebook page (accessible from the matching website: www. trailsintime.org) Damaged as it was, the main boardwalk could easily have been repaired in a week, by taking advantage of the high water levels that Mr. Redfern sees as a detriment. I would have separated the boardwalk

into four sections, floated them back into the proper position, and re-coupled them to the repaired guide posts.

Re-decking could have followed, as it was due.

The neglected footbridge segment was saved by some of my original volunteers when it was about to be carried away by the current, and chained to the piers, where it remains. Nor is it necessary to envision another 2012 flood as I am sure the river managers have learned an expensive lesson.

In any case, the old boardwalks were adaptable to higher water situations.

The “traction” pea-gravel that is being piled on the trail detracts from its natural appearance, is noisier to walk on, and is actually more dangerous on slopes than crushed-gravel surfacing, which compacts nicely.

It is no longer possible to push a baby carriage along the trail, as was a practice formerly. And school tours that were so common a decade ago seem to have disappeared.

I am very happy to hear more trees will be planted. Hopefully they will be protected from beavers, which damaged trees we had planted in 1999, after the protective meshing material was removed by recent work crews.

I congratulate the management of the trail society for finally moving on this, but I fear their approach is ill advised, may incorporate a poor design, and has all the appearances of trying to reinvent the wheel.

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Wolf cull is unwise, unnecessary Two big thumbs up for you on your well written article about the tragic wolf cull. The following is my second letter to the government regarding the cull: Regarding the Fish Wildlife and Habitat Management Branch plan for a wolf cull that was previously (before provincial election) put on hold. We feel compelled to write to you to express our extreme disappointment to see that it is now being implemented.

We feel that this proposed cull is unwise and is at best a totally ill conceived idea. Furthermore, we are shocked to learn that presently approximately 1,300 wolves are presently being killed each year!

The rational being given is that wolf populations have been increasing due to the apparent increase in the number of prey species. While it may be true that species such as deer may be on the increase, this is probably a result of other factors such as clear cutting, climate change and other factors as are many of our other

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recent problems such as the Pine Bark Beetle.

With regard to Elk and Caribou reductions, many studies indicate environmental habitat degradation is the cause.

Our attempts to control the resulting rise of predatory species by culling them is foolishly simplistic at best and could result in increase problems regarding the general (usually) self governing system of natural controls.

Predatory animals such as wolves thin out the older and sicker animals with the resultant general increase in the overall health of the population by helping to keep the numbers in check and by reducing the negative effect a large number of herbivores have on the local vegetation as was witnessed in Banff, Jasper, Yellowstone, and other large parks as the result of previously culling efforts of predatory species in these parks.

As is well known, wolves, in particular, are self regulating with

regard to controlling their population, essentially maintaining the predator/prey balance. Of course as this is a natural cycle they occasionally may be out of balance for short periods of time.

Some of the concerns may also be with respect to free range cattle.

Well let’s be honest, the wolves were there first, and we suspect some of the reported cattle kills are probably not kills at all, but are due to predators feasting on cattle that have succumbed as a result of natural causes, falls, injuries, collisions with motorized vehicles (this last, thanks to the ever increasing number of access roads partitioning the wilderness areas).

When running cattle in open range, it is only to be expected that there would be a natural articulation rate as the cost of doing business on public land that is shared by many species (including human).

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Thank you To the many coaches, managers, parents and volunteers that made these two Castlegar Minor Hockey tournaments such a huge success!

Novice Tournament - January 16 - 18, 2015 We also want to thank the many local businesses and companies that contributed and donated, without your support our tournaments would not be possible.

10th Street Clinic Acklands (Trail) A&W Andres Electronic Experts Andrew Sheret Ltd Arby’s Area I RDCK Beach Shack Boston Pizza Canada Safeway/Starbucks Canadian Tire Carmen Harris Cartwright’s Pub Castlegar Chiropractic: Dr. Bzdel Castlegar Dental Centre Castlegar Golf Club Castlegar And District Rec. Center Castlegar Realty Celgar CIBC City Furniture CMHA Novice Teams Columbia Basin Trust CP Rail Columbia Power Crumbs Bakery Cut N’ Loose Dairy Queen Diane Robinson Dollarama Evdokimoff’s Element Club/Bar/Grill Fireside Inn: Ann-Louise Dmytruk Fortis Gerick Sport Gift Box Guillevin Hair of the Dog HilTech Heritage Credit Union JJ’s Fashions Joeys

Epicure: Patricia McMillan KC Drilling & Blasting Kalawsky Kalesnikoff Lumber Kal Tire Kootenay Centre Cinemas Kootenay Ice – WHL Kootenay Savings Credit Union Kootenay Smile Studio : Dr. Peter Lawczynski & Dr. Yuro Ihns Mallards McDonalds Mitchells Building Supply NHL – Vancouver Canucks No Frills Oglow’s Paint Oso Negro Pacific Coastal Airlines Pend d’Oreille Restaurant Pharmasave Quality Inn RHC Insurance Rebels Royal LePage – Kelly Roberts Selkirk Saints Selkirk Veterinary Clinic Shawn Horcoff and Family Sherbinin Management Group Shoppers Drug Mart Silver Birch Spa Snowwater/Valhalla Super 8 Tickle Me Pink Teck Metals The Brick The Source Tony Geronazzo Toyota Trail Smoke Eaters Tri-City Vancouver Canucks Vogel, Smyth and Lysenko

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Upcoming FEBRUARY CASTLEGAR SR. ACTIVITIES @ COMPLEX Mon 10:00 Darts 1:00 Whist Tue 9:30 Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling 10:00 Rummoli 1:30 Line Dancing 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Pool Wed 9:30 Floor Curling 10:00 Coffee Talk 4,11,25 1 10:00 18th Raspberry Hi Coffee Thur 9:30 Floor Curling 1:00 Bingo not the 5th 2:00 Gen Meeting 5th 2:00 Tea Dance 19th 7:00 Rummoli Fri 10:00 Qi Gong 1:00 Crib THE NEW LIFE CHURCH at 602 7th.

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BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION: February 26, at 7 p.m. at the Castlegar United Church. First Phone Call From Heaven by Mitch Albom.

CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB: meets the third Wednesday of the month, 7 – 9 p.m. at the Community Complex.

Discover the Castlegar Garden Club and be dazzled and inspired by our monthly speakers. New members always welcome. Information: Wendy Eggleton 250 365-0150 or wendy.eggleton@icloud.com

ST. DAVID’S & UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP: Located at 605 Columbia Ave. Our stock includes clothing, shoes, bedding,linen,books & household items. Hours are Tues.to Thurs. l0:00am to 4:00pm; Fri & Sat l0:00am to l:00pm. Donations of clothing & Housewares accepted during working hours.

SCRABBLE CLUB: Come out and play Scrabble on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Castlegar Library from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. All levels are welcome!

For more info call 250-365-3834.

SELKIRK WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD meets the third Wednesday of each month, 10-noon followed by bag lunch and show & tell. At the Doukhobor Discovery Centre.

LEGION MEAT DRAW: at the CastlegarRobson Legion, Branch 170 every Saturday, 4-6 p.m. Everyone welcome. Guests must be signed in.

ROBSON FALL FLEA MARKET Open every weekend until close to Christmas. Sundays 9 am - 2 pm. Breakfast is served until noon. For table rental call Kathy at 250-365-3796.

THE SECOND ANNUAL CURRY CUP COMPETITION RETURNS March 3, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. as eight acclaimed BC chef teams prepare unique curry dishes and compete for the ultimate Curry Cup Championship. Join us as the competition unfolds.

CASTLEGAR SOCIAL PLANNING SOCIETY: FREE workshop on March 6th, 9 – 3pm @ Sandman Hotel. Knowing Which Way the Wind Blows: Using Community Indicators to Guide Social Planning and Action. Call Castlegar Community Services @ 250-3652104 by March 2nd to register.

SCRABBLE FOR LITERACY! You’re invited to the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy’s 11th Annual Scrabble for Literacy Tournament.

The event will be held on Sunday,

MYRA DUFF WILL BE HOSTING SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS for those dealing with loved ones who have had heart conditions on the last Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in Carpenters Hall.

COMMUNITY HARVEST FOOD BANK & DROP-IN CENTRE: Monday Food Bank 11 a.m. -1:30 Wednesday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 -1:30

CASTLEGAR A.A. MEETINGS AT THE PIONEER ARENA Sun. at 10 a.m. Mike, 250-304-2330; Tues. at 7 p.m. (Dennis 250-365-2738); Wed. at 7 p.m., (Fay at 250-687-0484. Thurs. at 8 p.m. (Jim at 250-365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m (Len at 365-7805).

AL-ANON MEETS EVERY MONDAY NIGHT for people whose lives have been affected by someone’s drinking.

Mondays 8-9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) Info: Sydney 250608-1867.

FRIDAY YOUTH PROGRAM at Blueberry Creek Community School. Fun, safe night for a movie, games/sports/hanging out. Grades K - 5, 6:30 - 8 p.m. and grades 6 up, 8 - 10 p.m. See B.C.C.S. facebook page for more info or phone 250-365-7201.

USCC CULTURAL INTERPRETIVE SOCIETY: Volunteers meet Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Interpretive & Training Centre, 820 Markova Rd.

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basement entrance at the back of the church. The doors will open at 3:45, you are invited to come early to visit with each other and share a cup of coffee, tea, or juice. Dinner will be served at 4:30 p.m. Call 250 365 7500 LIONS CLUB 5TH ANNUAL MOVE-ATHON: Feb. 14, 10 am - noon, Skate or walk to raise funds for the group/ charity of your choice and the Lions (50/50 split) Pledge forms available at the Complex or call Joanne 250-365-3884 THE OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP will meet at 2 p.m., February 16, at the Kiro Wellness Center, 1500 Columbia Avenue, Trail. Guest: Leslie Anderton will show us her slides on Geology of the West Kootenay. For more info, please call 250-368-9827 or 250-365-6276.

PASS CREEK REGIONAL EXHIBITION SOCIETY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. At Castlegar Complex on Feb. 23rd at 7:00 P.M. Agenda is 20th Annual Pass Creek Fall Fair, Spring Fair, Bluegrass Jamboree, Christmas in the Park. Everyone welcome. For

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March 8th at the Castlegar Public Library from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to play, as players are matched according to age and ability.

All proceeds from the event go directly to literacy programs in Castlegar.

To register, contact Alana at 250-3046862 or amurdoch@cbal.org. If you would like to donate, go to: /chimp.net/groups/cbal-castlegarscrabble-tournament.

EASTER MARKET at the Crescent Valley Hall on March 28, 10 a.m. — 4 p.m..

Tables available. For more info, call 359-7097.

Ongoing BLUEBERRY BOTTLE DRIVE: The Blueberry Community School Hub has a pressing need for major work to its youth room. Please drop off refundable bottles and cans to the Blueberry School.

ROBSON FLEA MARKET closed Dec 21st and will re-open Sunday Jan 18th.

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COMMUNITY LEARNING PLACE: drop in to get free help with basic computers, reading and writing, Test preparation, and skills upgrading at the Castlegar & District Public Library on Tuesdays from 12:00 to 3:00 pm.

BILLETS: Castlegar Rebels looking for billets families for their players (16 - 20). Please contact Mel Rinas 250-365-5596.

GRACE COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL CHURCH: Meets Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m. at the Resker Hall in Robson (next door to the Robson Community Church) on Waldie Avenue. Phone 250-365-6405 for more information.

Friday Drop In Center 10 – 1:30 FREE. Lunch served 11 – 1:30 Food donations can be dropped off on any of these days at St David’s Church – 250-608-2227.

THE KINNAIRD CHURCH OF GOD: Located at 2404 Columbia Ave. Services on Sundays (10 a.m. and 6 p.m.) at the Castlegar Christian Fellowship Building – 1821 Connors Road until further notice.

FREE HOT MEAL AT THE SHARING DINNER POT at Cadet Hall, 8th Ave, Castlegar (2 blocks from library) Tues. at noon.

THE SHARING DINNER POT is serving hot dinner every Tuesday at noon in the Cadet Hall downtown.

ALL ABOUT BREASTFEEDING: Informative support group for breastfeeding moms. Neighbourhood House in Castlegar, Tues. 10:30-noon More info: 250-365-3662, www.kootenayfamilyplace.org

CASTLEGAR HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TREASURE SHOP: Open Mondays thru Thursdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fridays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Donations accepted Wednesdays and Saturdays only. Telephone 250-365-

TOPS GROUP MEETS EVERY WEDNESDAY 8:30-10 a.m. Kinnaird Hall, 2320 Columbia Ave. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy, lose weight. Monthly fee $10. More info call 365-7956.

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FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING for problem gambling; Castlegar Community Services Call 250-6082254.

W.K. YOGA FOR MS SUPPORT GROUP: Mondays, 1:30 - 3 p.m., Castlegar Library, lower level. FREE. Sponsored by WK MS Society for its members/care providers. Call Lonnie Facchina 1-866-352-3997. or email info@westkootenay@mssociety.ca or Janice Ferraro, at 250-365-5428, email janice@underthesunyoga.ca

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAMS: Classes for adults, Conversation Club, Family Dropin for families with young children, 1 to 1 tutoring. Free. More info call Corinne at 250-687-4714.

NEW TO CANADA? Settlement services provides eligible newcomers with information about community services or preparing for citizenship.

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Daniel Leslie graduated from Selkirk College Nursing Program last spring and now works at in a number of health care facilities around the region. A member of the Nelson Search and Rescue team, he started his educational journey by first enrolling in the adult basic education program.

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Courses starting in Castlegar Occupational First Aid Level 1 February 07 Digital Camera Part 1: How to Use It February 10 Prenatal Breastfeeding February 11 Native Bees: What’s the Buzz?

February 14 Acrylics for Beginners February 15 Beekeeping for Beginners Classroom Session #1: Types of Bee Hives, Bee Biology and Season Cycles February 15 Killing the Thing You Love: Being Your Own Best Editor February 15 Group Exercise Instructor February 15 Bookkeeping for Small Business February 16 Microsoft Excel 2013: CORE Certification February 16 Ukulele for Beginners February 16 Digital Camera Part 2: The Creative & Design Side February 17 Applied Leadership Module 1: Applied Leadership February 17 Photoshop Elements February 18 Post Partum Class February 19 Marketsafe February 21 Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR C RecertificationFebruary 21 Beekeeping for Beginners Classroom Session #2: Honey Harvesting, Disease & Pests, Bee Legislation February 22 Spanish for Travelers Level 2 February 24 All Mediums Part 1: Using Photographs for Painting February 28 Astrology: Through the Looking Glass February 28 Having Difficult Conversations February 28 Occupational First Aid Level 1 February 28 Occupational First Aid Transportation Endorsement March 1

Career change was daunting Adult basic education made transition easier

When Daniel Leslie was 31, he was at the pinnacle of what it means to carve out an outdoor lover’s life.

In the summer, Leslie fought forest fires and in the winter he worked as a ski patroller/first aid attendant/avalanche technician.

Physically demanding work, but for those who thirst for fresh air and adventure it was the perfect combination.

“I had the thrill that many young people seek… throwing bombs out of helicopters, skiing every day, matching that with my summer job fighting forest fires… that’s your dream seasonal match-up,” said Leslie.

“But looking at what I wanted to feel fulfilled, what I needed in the future as far as stability, I realized that as young as I was, in the long run it would be worth taking a different direction.”

While working as an avalanche forecaster for a mining operation, Leslie started talking to co-workers about options beyond the rigours of outdoor work. In those discussions, he was pushed towards considering a career in nursing.

A Daunting Undertaking Leslie graduated from a Saskatoon high school in 1995 and instead of taking a pathway of post-secondary, chose to dive right into figuring out ways to satisfy his love for the outdoors.

He planted trees in northern Saskatchewan and Alberta in the summer and in the winter was a ski patroller at resorts like Big White and Kicking Horse.

It wasn’t long before Leslie was fighting forest fires and exploring the world of avalanche forecasting.

All the while, Leslie was taking courses specifically geared towards his employment and never stopped learning.

When he made the decision to come to Selkirk College and enrol in the Nursing Program, Leslie discovered he didn’t have the proper pre-requisites. Determined to make the change, he enrolled in the Selkirk’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program.

“I felt very challenged in math in high school for a number of reasons,” Leslie explained. “I had an idea that it was going to be really hard. Little did I know that time, the Selkirk College instructors, the atmosphere in ABE, and my realization that I can do anything changed it completely.

What was a subject I would have expected to struggle with quite a bit, I really had no issues. I even found it fun at times.”

Still working seasonal jobs, Leslie spent two years as a parttime ABE student. Along with two high school math courses, he took biology and chemistry.

“It really felt like all of the instructors were hand-picked to support, nurture and encourage the students,” Leslie says of ABE. “It never felt like any of the staff were put into that role not really feeling called to it. They are entirely focussed on your success and the accompanying services that they provide were phenomenal. The extra time they spent with you going through the homework, the assignments, the theory was amazing. They put you in touch with extra tutors, making sure you have everything you need to succeed.”

The Next Step Made Easier When Leslie was accepted to the nursing program, he admits that diving into being a full-time student in his early-30s was a daunting proposition.

“Most people would be well into their career, seeking more financial stability and options,” he said. “In that case, taking a

four-year break was certainly challenging.”

What wasn’t a challenge was Leslie’s enthusiasm for learning.

Buoyed by his success in ABE, he dove into his studies with enthusiasm.

“The RN Program through Selkirk College is very challenging and it should be,” he said.

“The essential building blocks for that started with the reintroduction to academics and studying and learning in that setting… it started with the ABE Program.”

In the Spring of 2014, Leslie graduated with an RN degree and his transformation was complete.

“It felt really good,” said Leslie. “For many years I did see my future as being fairly focussed on seasonal work and that was beginning to look pretty tedious for my future. Completing the RN Program and knowing what it truly opens up for me globally… if they open a hospital on Mars, I’m good. There is no end to the opportunity.”

Now 37, Leslie works as casual nurse at Kootenay Lake Hospital, a long-term care facility in Nelson and the Creston Valley Hospital. He also continues to enjoy the outdoors as a member of the Nelson Search and Rescue team.

Having successfully navigated a sharp turn in his life, Leslie says others considering a major change should not be intimidated by any of the roadblocks that stand in the way.

“You’ll be surprised,” Leslie said when asked what he would tell others contemplating a switch in career paths. “As much fear as you have about the change, about whether you can do it, will you know enough, will you have enough time, will you succeed… if you believe in yourself, the support you will get at Selkirk will get you through it.”

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Building a Healthy Community Castlegar Recreation Complex 2101 - 6th Avenue, Castlegar, BC 250-365-3386

Upcoming Programs Pro D Day with Celina Age 6-12yrs Mon Feb 23 8:30-3:00pm $39/1 session

Pro D Day Fitness BOOTCAMP DAY Age 8 -12yrs Mon Feb 23 9:00 - 1:00pm $45

Spring Break Day Camps Age 6-12yrs March 16 - 27 8:30 - 3:00pm $30 per day

Upcoming Community Events Selkirk Lions Move A Thon Saturday Feb 14th 10:00-12:00noon Pick up your pledge sheets.

Check out all our drop in & registered Fitness Classes

Winter Leisure Guides available on line at www.rdck.ca and register on line.

Check out all our preschool, children and adult programs.

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With each outing against Beaver Valley’s Nitehawks, the Rebels get a little bit closer to tasting victory. Sadly, that victory has yet to come for the Castlegar team and their last game together was another loss.

In their tightest game in some time, the Rebels took the Hawks to overtime, but fell short in a 4-3 finish.

The hometown Rebels started out strong with a quick two goal lead, thanks to Cal Owens and Aaron Petten. The lead wasn’t squashed, but shortened when B.V. came out with 6:23 left in the first and netted a goal of their own.

On to the second period, Aaron Petten had victory in his sights. Before the 15 minute mark he had another goal on the board for his team, but in typical Nitehawk fashion, it wasn’t long before they closed the gap, via Ross Armour and ended the second period 3-2.

Going in to the third period the shot total sat at 23 a piece. The

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A Castlegar Rebels defenceman lets fly a harsh slapshot but couldn’t make it past the goalie during Saturday’s game. Chris Stedile photo

final regulation period swiftly changed that as the Hawks outshot Castlegar 24 - 11 and managed a goal of their own with under 2 minutes left, edging themselves back into the game and forcing an extra period.

Period number four was hard fought but in the end, Beaver Valley’s hero — who had also scored their tying goal — Taylor Stafford

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snuck one past Patrick Zubick in the final minutes and won it for B.V., 4-3.

The Rebels play the Nitehawks yet again on February 13 out in Fruitvale. Only to return home and battle again in Castlegar.

The final regular season game will play out the following night, Sunday, in Nelson against the Leafs.

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The Kootenay Gallery of Art could be on the move. A public meeting is set for February 26 to discuss finding a more visible location.

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Plans are to remain in Castlegar area The Kootenay Gallery of Art has been a contributor to the community for more than 30 years with exhibitions and events that support and showcase regional artists as well as artists from outside the region.

The Board of Directors for the Kootenay Gallery engaged in a strategic planning session in March of 2014. Clear direction was given to staff in the three-year plan to

proceed with investigating the relocation of the Gallery facility to a more visible and accessible location within the City of Castlegar.

A relocation sub-committee was established and this committee has been meeting regularly to research and design a strategic approach to the relocation planning process.

The relocation committee has organized a Gallery Relocation Community Round Table in order

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The Selkirk College Saints hosted Alumni Night on Friday at the Castlegar Recreation Complex. Former Saints player John Horcoff (1971-73) and Mayor Lawrence Chernoff took part in the ceremonial faceoff. Photo submitted.

Saints edged in shootout SFU skates away with 2-1 victory Though it’s a month away from the start of the British Columbia Intercollegiate Hockey League (BCIHL) post season, the Selkirk College Saints had a taste of playoff hockey Friday night at the Castlegar Recreation Complex.

With time ticking down on the regular season, the two-time defending BCIHL champion Saints locked horns with the Simon Fraser University Clan in a key stretch drive contest before a raucous home crowd. Despite a valiant effort, the Saints were edged 2-1 in overtime.

“We’re in good shape moving forward, despite the shoot-

out loss,” said Saints head coach Alex Evin. “We have games in hand on both Simon Fraser and the University of Victoria as we all battle for the last home ice seed. It was a playoff-like game against SFU and it was good for us to play at that intensity for 65 minutes. This game will help us moving forward over the next month.”

Saints Nation was out in strong force again and hockey fans were not disappointed as both teams battled hard in a fast, hard hitting contest that resembled playoff hockey at the highest level.

After a scoreless first period, speedy Saints forward Alex

Milligan put the home team on the board on the powerplay in the second frame. Thomas Hardy and Mason Spear assisted on the play.

The Saints carried the slim lead deep into the third period keeping the pressure on SFU netminder Jordan Liem, but they couldn’t solve him after numerous near misses in close.

It came back to haunt the Saints as Mathew Berry-Lamontagna scored for the Clan with just over five minutes left.

After five minutes of a scoreless four-on-four overtime period, a shootout was required to finalize a winner.

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Making your Valentines Day Delicious Emergency responders outside SHSS.

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Big smoke show at SHSS Between 11:30 and noon on Wednesday, a fire broke out in one of the washrooms at Stanley Humphries Secondary. There were no injuries, but staff and students were evacuated from the building.

School staff are currently working in tandem with

RCMP, School District 20 maintenance staff and the Fire Department to determine the cause. As of now, it is suspected to be a case of vandalism.

After the students were evacuated, and the scene assessed, they were allowed in the school once more to re-

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trieve any critical belongings and then were sent home for the remainder of the day.

School is expected to resume on Thursday.

It is estimated that approximately $500 dollars in damage was caused by the fire and resulting smoke.

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Saints goalie James Prigione stopped Jono Ceci on the first breakaway attempt. Hardy scored on his try to put the Saints up 1-0, but that was as all the Saints could muster as Nick Sandor and Berr y-Lamontagna scored for SFU while Darnell Dyck and Milligan missed for the Saints.

Saints Alumni Show Support Friday’s outcome was bittersweet for the Saints Alumni as they came to celebrate their playing days, which

for some dated back to 1971-72. In total, 15 alumni from the 1970s were able to attend and they were honoured in a pre-game ceremony.

The Saints Alumni weekend also included a hospitality room complete with numerous displays of photos and memorabilia. On Saturday, the itinerary included a college tour and alumni game at the Pioneer Arena in Castlegar which was home for the Saints back in the 1970s.

Following the alumni game, there was a barbecue and social where old and new

Saints had a chance to connect, tell stories and share in their experience of being a Selkirk College student-athlete.

“I’m in awe at how these guys, after 40 years, still speak so fondly of their experience with Saints hockey,” said Kim Verigin, Selkirk College Athletic Director. “I’m hoping we can continue the trend and that every student-athlete who comes through the door is given the tools to move on in their career path while at the same is able to build relationships

and memories that will last a lifetime.”

The Saints final regular season home game is against Eastern Washington University on February 13 starting at 7 p.m. at the Castlegar Recreation Complex with the The Goat radio station as the game night sponsor.

The Saints final four games will be on the road at Eastern Washington and UVIC. Playoffs begin March 6 when the higher seed of first versus fourth and second versus third will host.

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Flooding washes out the West Kootenay Greg Nesteroff Castlegar News

Heavy rain caused flooding, slides, power outages, and closed one highway and two side roads over the weekend.

Slocan Valley West Road south of the 3100 block was closed Friday, as was Shoreacres-Goose Creek Road at the 2500 block following washouts.

An evacuation alert for homes affected by the closure on Slocan Valley West Road

was issued late Friday but lifted as of noon Saturday. Three families on Shoreacres-Goose Creek Road remained stranded.

“The road is impassible and needs to be rebuilt,” said Karen Zaytsoff. “In the meantime we three families wait. It is our only access to the rest of the world.”

Zaytsoff said Tuesday while they are unable to leave, they have two large excavators filling in the gaping hole from the Slocan River up using rock brought in from Brilliant. “We

are told the whole thing will take a week to ten days. But we are hopeful that we will see a better and safer road when this is over.”

She said they still have power and phone service.

On Highway 6, a mudslide three kilometers north of the Playmor Junction has reduced the road to single lane traffic with up to 20-minute delays. continued on page A15

Heavy rain and flooding led to a washout on Goose Creek-Shoreacres Road on Saturday morning. Several highways were closed due to dangerous conditions.

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Western Medicine is amazing. It has some of the most advanced technologies available. There isn’t another form of medicine that allows us to look inside someone so effectively like we can with an MRI, CT scan or X-ray. Western Medicine can also inspect your body down to a microscopic level with blood analysis and tissue biopsy. There are few who can argue the value of the interventions it offers, like resuscitating an unconscious patient or surgically removing a tumor. These are the undeniable strengths of Western Medicine and we should hold the medicine in high regard for these capabilities it has.

But what about all those things that don’t require imaging, cellular inspection, resuscitation, or surgery? Should we still go to the medical professionals who excel at those services? Would we go to a surgeon when we had a headache? Would we go to the emergency room if we couldn’t sleep? Would we go for an X-ray if we had a broken heart? I guess is some extreme cases we could, but we probably wouldn’t be the first place we’d go.

All the above mentioned medical procedure can find out valuable information for us, but we can all agree it’s not always the best place to start. I feel this is often what gives Western Medicine a bad reputation: too much responsibility is put on only one type of medical professional when there are many other avenues that can be explored.

We don’t get mad when our accountant can’t fix our car. That’s because they’re good at their profession and working on cars isn’t what should be expected of them. We also shouldn’t be mad when our Western Doctor, who can provide care for so many different types of health problems, can’t remove our pain. It’s asking a lot to have one person to diagnose, prescribe, find out why we’re feeling pain, then provide a

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The Regional District of Central Kootenay activated its emergency operations centre Friday night.

“Residents throughout the region are being asked to monitor local streams, creeks, and rivers for rising water,” the regional district said in a statement. “People should also be aware of breaking ice dams and blocked culverts.”

The statement also warned

that heavy precipitation can saturate soils, affecting slope stability. Residents are advised to be aware of possible sloughing or slides. Flooding emergencies can be reported by calling 1-800-663-3456.

Sandbags are available at local fire halls if needed.

Environment Canada is calling for a chance of showers throughout the week.

However, the BC River Forecast Centre has not issued any flood warnings or advisories for the region.

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For the record In the February 5 edition of the Castlegar News, a reporter’s byline was mistakenly placed on the story “Local dealership brings in Scion”.

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If you don’t believe sick or injured people should think of consulting other medical professionals besides MDs, let me tell you about a bunch of very healthy people who do. The medical programs for NHL hockey and Major League Baseball teams don’t just have Western Doctors. They couldn’t alone deal with all the different and complex problems a professional athlete has. These athletes use a variety of different therapies and practitioners to keep them as healthy as possible on their road to the championships. If you could sneak into their dressing room or training facility, you’d see professional baseball and hockey players being massaged, poked with acupuncture needles, and receiving many other therapies their training team fells are effective. These athletes are probably in much better shape than us. So why do their healthy bodies receive so much more beneficial treatment than our often less healthy ones?

If we start seeking other professionals than just MDs to help with our problems, it’s most likely that the complement of therapies will increase our healing time. This isn’t the alternative to the healthcare system, this is the way it should run. Take the bottleneck out of the hospital or Doctor’s office and merge into the smooth lanes of integrating Western and Alternative Medicine.

All you need to know is where to go for what problem. I’ll give you an answer in eight words: Western Medicine saves lives, alternative medicine improves lives.

If you have chest pains, are short of breath, are losing consciousness, or have just been pulled out of an overturned vehicle, please go to the hospital. I’d be there in a rapid heartbeat, where I can get the best possible interventions for what threatens my life. Once you’ve been released from the hospital, book into a complementary or alternative practitioner who can help you recover from the car accident, or help you correct or manage the problem which is causing the chest pains, wheezing, or faintness.

Though some complain about problems with Western Medicine, it’s saved too many lives to deny its power. We’re very lucky to have it. We’re also very lucky to have the alternative medical treatments that complement it so well. Treatments that can be covered by many extended medical plans and can help relieve the burden put on the Western Medical system. The over-stretched medical system can be saved by people like you and me, making better decisions on where to seek treatment, allowing us to heal better, faster, and get more out of life.

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arts, culture & heritage funding Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, invites individuals of all artistic disciplines and arts, culture and heritage groups in the Columbia Basin to apply for project funding.

Program brochures and application forms are available online at www.basinculture.com.

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

Administered and managed by: Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance P.O. Box 103, Nelson, BC, V1L 5P7.

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Lions spread the wealth The Castlegar Lions Club donated $1,000 to the Castlegar Library for large print books. Club president Lloyd Westcott (left pic) made the presentation. Another donation of $500 was presented to Community services for their use. All money for these donations was raised from Lions Club food raffles.

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Marilyn Sam

My goals have changed a bit. I don’t think I’ll make my 20 lb weight loss in the 6 week period but losing some weight and noticing the inches come off is making me happy! I’m going to be making a big effort these last two weeks by hitting the gym and doing my hot yoga everyday and going hard! Doing this 6 week challenge has gotten me motivated to keep rolling and make an honest effort past this challenge. I’m going to keep up with everything I have been doing - healthy eating, less drinking, yoga, and going to the gym!

I feel so much better in my body, that I am definitely going to carry on with fitness when this training is over. I will gratefully take the skills I am learning and keep working on a stronger me! My long term goal is to lose more weight, and to keep toning my body.

I am focusing on more cardio now (when I am not training with Spencer), and have lost some more weight. My 43 ( almost 44 ) year old body is in the best shape ( already!) than it has been in YEARS! I have had two children, and have battled breast cancer, and was not sure that I could “come back” from a sedentary life. I do have to say to everyone..... IF I CAN DO THIS....... SO CAN YOU!!! Really!!! It is amazing just how much better you feel about yourself. It is a gift of health and well being. A journey with ups and downs, but WELL WORTH IT!!!

Nathan came to both his hot yoga sessions and is showing signs of increased strength and flexibility. It usually takes a person 30 days of commitment for an activity to become a part of their lifestyle.

Keep it up Nathan!

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Another week goes by and the results keep coming!!

Marilyn is dropping inches and her endurance and strength are continuing to increase nicely. She is noticing more tone in her muscles and loves every minute of it. I loooove seeing people get results and love it even more when they say it’s changing their life. Healthly eating and fitness will always make a person feel good. It’s the best stress release and natural cure against feeling the blues.

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service above self Sunrise Club annual Wine Festival The Castlegar Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club is very proud to be sponsoring its 16th Annual Wine Festival. What began as a small event in 2000 has grown into our biggest fundraiser of the year. This social event is a fantastic opportunity for the community to sample B.C. wines and to meet friendly, knowledgeable owners and sales agents of the wineries attending.

The winery vendors are excited to tell you about the wines they are pouring.

Photo by Jaakko Hartman

Our wine glasses are paid for through a raffle with local businesses. This year’s winner, Nufloors, will have its logo featured on the wine glasses. Tickets for two other raffles are sold throughout the evening and the money raised goes towards our scholarships at Stanley Humphries, the on-line program, and other local projects. Each entry ticket will be entered in a draw for a grand door prize including a gift certificate for two nights at the Kelowna Super 8.

Succulent hors d’oeuvres are available throughout the evening thanks to Bon Appetito Catering. Each year Rosa comes up with some new delicacies to pair with the

wines.

There will be a silent auction and the businesses and individuals in the area have been extremely generous with their donations this year. There will be jewellery, scarves, books, restaurant gift certificates, hotel gift certificates, golf passes, massages, garden supplies, wine and more. The auction is set-up in the main room as well as in the room across the hall. You can view items beginning at 6:30 — the wine sampling begins at 7 p.m.

For $150, businesses can sponsor both the Wine Festival and the Beer Fest in October. This is a Safe Ride Home Event, a service provided by the Interact club. Not only will you get home safely, but so will your vehicle. Donations are much appreciated. Just sign up for this service when you arrive at the event.

This year’s wine festival is on Saturday, March 28 and tickets are $55 available at Oglow’s Paint, Bubblees Liquor Store and Sound West Sales & Service in Trail. This event sells out and tickets are not available at the door.

Photo by Jaakko Hartman

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PAVILION PROJECT CELGAR PAVILION TENDER ISSUED

The two Castlegar Rotary Clubs have issued an invitation to tender on the new Celgar Pavilion to be built at the Millennium Park.

They invite qualified and interested parties to submit tenders for the construction of the facility.

The Pavilion will include an indoor kitchen, covered picnic table area with seating for

150, a concession stand, and storage facilities for the minor soccer association.

It will provide a perfect place for everyday family gatherings as well as bookings for special events including weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties, children’s and seniors outings, church and social group gatherings, business functions, and

picnics.

A spokesman for the Rotary Clubs also indicted that there will be an opportunity for someone to operate the concession facility in the summer months.

Construction is scheduled to begin this spring with completion in early summer. Contract documents can be obtained at WSA Engineering.

Artist’s drawing of the planned pavilion.

Provided by WSA Engineering

Rotary Diamond Dinner 2015 Castlegar Rotary annual fundraiser

The Castlegar Rotary Club’s popular annual Diamond Dinner is scheduled for Saturday, May 2. The elegant night out for 280 women features a dinner served by the male Rotarians, live and silent auctions, arm draws and door prizes, entertainment, and of course, the chance to win a fabulous diamond.

The event is one of Castlegar’s most anticipated social events, last year selling out in half an hour. Committee cochairs Shirley Henderson and Jo-Ann Bursey announced that this year’s theme is ‘The Roaring 20’s’, with the dec-

Diamonds in the Rough dancers at the Diamond Dinner doing Gagnam style.

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orations transforming the Castlegar Complex into a 1920s speakeasy.

Last year, the evening featured songs from ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ by the Twin Rivers Chorale and dinner organizers promise more fabulous entertainment this year.

As well, the popular Diamonds in the Rough dancers are already working on a new crowd-pleasing number.

Local and regional businesses sponsor tables, serve as major sponsors, and provide wonderful prizes for the auctions and draws. Without this support, the Diamond

Rotarians line up to escort the women to their tables.

Castlegar Sunrise Rotary Club meets Thursdays at 6:45 a.m.

Selkirk College, 301 Frank Beinder Way, Faculty Lounge Castlegar, BC

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Dinner would not be possible.

As always, all funds generated go back into community projects. This year, the Club is making a $40,000 contribution to the construction of the Celgar Pavilion at Millennium Park. As well, the Club funds several SHSS and Selkirk scholarships and bursaries.

An announcement will be made in the Castlegar News when tickets go on sale. So, get your flapper dress and headband ready, and help make this year’s Dinner the best ever.

Chris Sykes from the Twin Rivers Chorale sings ‘Music of the Night’ from ‘Phantom.”

Photo by Jaakko Hartman

Castlegar Rotary Club meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

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Supporting national campaign CHRIS STEDILE There are 7 BILLION people. There are 14 BILLION pounds of garbage per year being dumped into the ocean.

There are 9000 blue whales.

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SNOW BUSTERS PROGRAM The City of Castlegar would like to hear from you by letter or email, about the wonderful SNOW BUSTERS who regularly clear snow from driveways and paths without being asked or expecting monies for their acts of kindness.

Your Snow Buster will be entered into a draw for $250 to be held at the end of the season.

To be eligible, the Snow Buster must be a resident of Castlegar. Deadline for receiving nominations is March 15, 2015.

If you don’t have a Snow Buster and you need help in clearing snow, call the Kootenay Career Development Society at (250) 365-6515. A fee will be charged for snow clearing.

Mail nominations to: City of Castlegar Snow Busters Program 460 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, B.C. V1N 1G7 Or Email to: snowbusters@castlegar.ca Or Fax to: (250) 365-4810 or (250) 365-0594

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In celebration of Heart Month and Valentine’s Day, Clean Between in Castlegar joined several registered dental hygienists in BC in giving no cost, preventive dental hygiene services.

On Saturday, February 7, as part of The Gift from the Heart, many services were offered free of charge, including oral cancer screenings, as part of a national campaign. This is the fourth year Clean Between has participated in the event.

Denise Pawlyshyn, registered dental hygienist and owner of Clean Between said, “You get an exam, teeth, gums, cancer screening, polish, fluoride, scaling and then everyone gets a gift bag customized just for them.”

The Gift from the Heart event gives dental hygienists the opportunity to reach out to their communities and help members of the public who may be financially unable to afford oral care or have difficulty accessing dental hygiene services.

Pawlyshyn said she offered services from 10 a.m.

— 3 p.m. and was able to see nine people over the course of the day.

Several of the visitors were vocal about their positive experience.

“I’m so glad something like this is available in our community. The whole experience felt so comfortable and I will come back,” said one patient.

Another happy attendee said, “I had an excellent pain free experience with wonderful results. Thank you for the friendly, good humored atmosphere.”

Other areas participating, included Kelowna, Nanaimo and Vancouver.

“We know that many British Columbians don’t receive regular dental care, and may wait until they are suffering from tooth pain before making an appointment,” said Brenda Morris, Chair of the British Columbia Dental Hygienists Association (BCDHA). The BCDHA is a strong supporter of the campaign.

Denise Pawlyshyn provided free dental care to community member last Saturday. After receiving care, each patient was issued a personalized gift bag to keep their oral health in good standing. Submitted photo

Morris continued, “Evidence shows however, that serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease can be detected when oral health care providers such as registered dental hygienists and dentists are able to conduct a thorough oral examination.”

The Gift from the Heart campaign should take place around the same time next year.

School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia)

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Discover career opportunities in B.C., get hands-on experience with WorkBC’s online tools, and learn how labour market information can help you find your fit.

Tuesday, February 17 Stanley Humphries Secondary School 720 7th Avenue, Castlegar 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Everyone is welcome and there is no charge to attend.

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Second Language opportunitieS in SchooL diStrict 20 Kindergarten 2015 English • Offered at every elementary school.

Russian • Offered at Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar.

French • Offered at Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar.

• Students will automatically receive their program in English unless parents register for Russian or apply for French.

• If interested in enrolling your child in the Russian Bilingual program, a wellestablished second language acquisition program, please register your child directly at the Castlegar Primary campus of Twin Rivers Elementary School.

• If interested in enrolling your child in the Early French Immersion Program, please register your child at your catchment area school, then apply for this program; applications are due

by April 2nd. Please follow the application process as noted in the information available at every elementary school and on the School District website www.sd20.bc.ca

grade 6 – Late French immersion • Students currently in grade 5 can apply for the Late French Immersion program for grade 6.

• The Late French Immersion Program is offered at Rossland Summit School in Rossland and Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar.

• All grade 5 students will receive an information package about the program.

As well, presentations regarding the program will be provided at all elementary schools.

• A parent information about the program night will be offered at both schools.

• For more information, please visit the School District website www.sd20. bc.ca

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Local Yogi and passionate soul, Janice Ferraro is hosting what she calls, a Day of Peace at the Brilliant Cultural Centre.

This event is a Yogathon, with the mission statement of bringing people together in a peaceful environment to support those with multiple sclerosis (MS) in their daily life and yoga practice. Ferraro also wants to contribute to the community by sharing peace and love, and practicing some of the many traditions of yoga in the Kootenay area.

Ferraro has a firm goal in mind, “100 people with $100.” Registration ends March 2, and the money doesn’t have to

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come from your pocket alone. Ferraro and her fellow organizers encourage everyone to fundraise and spread the word of this Day of Peace.

MS has hit Canada hard. Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world with over 100,000 cases country-wide.

“The money goes towards medical travel,” she said, “because they all have to travel down to the coast to see their doctors and things like that. The money’s also used to increase their standard of living.”

Ferraro is proficient in yoga, having practiced for 38 years now and teaching for several of them.

She is happy to help those suffering from this disease in any way she can and is

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optimistic about her Yogathon.

“I have been — ­ for one year — giving them a free yoga class. My husband puts on a Christmas party for them. We’re just doing what we can to help people in our community.”

Ferraro said their are only about ten people in her own yoga group but she’s thankful the number isn’t all that high because that just means more people with MS. When it came time to choose the venue, Ferraro had not one doubt in her mind, it would be the Brilliant Cultural Centre.

For more information, call Janice at 250-365-5428, visit their Facebook page or website at, westkootenayyogafo.wix.com/ day-of-peace.

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Depending on the type of basement/crawlspace, and the difficulty of installation, they generally cost from $800 to $2500. While it is possible for some home-owners to perform the work themselves, it is recommended that these systems be designed and installed by a qualified radon mitigation specialist.

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DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES The City of Castlegar, a community of approximately 7,800 located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of British Columbia, is seeking an experienced Director of Corporate Services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, your primary responsibilities will be to fulfill the statutory duties of Corporate Officer as required by Section 148 of the Community Charter and the City’s Officers Bylaw. These responsibilities include the preparation of meeting agendas, minutes, correspondence and related documentation; attendance at Council meetings acting as recording secretary; and the preparation of reports, bylaws, contracts and agreements. The Director of Corporate Services will also act as the Chief Elections Officer for Local General Elections and is the City’s appointed Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) Head. The Director of Corporate Services is responsible for the overall maintenance of the City’s Records Classification and Retention System.

This position also performs the duties of Personnel Officer for the City including assisting with the recruitment of staff; development of personnel policies and procedures and administration of the Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have a thorough working knowledge of the legislative, legal and corporate responsibilities outlined in local government legislation and a minimum of five years of local government experience complemented with a degree/certificate and/or recognized course work in municipal/public administration. Experience in human resource management and labour relations is required. The successful candidate will have well developed organizational, time management, written communication and interpersonal skills.

A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume in confidence by 4:30 p.m. on February 23, 2015 to: City of Castlegar 460 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1G7 Attention: Personnel Officer Phone: 250-365-7227 Fax: 250-365-4810 Email: nbrown@castlegar.ca Web site: www.castlegar.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Obituaries and Memorials John J Lebedeff (1938 – 2015) John passed away suddenly on January 10, 2015. John was a considerate and understanding soul.

If a family member or friend needed assistance, he would be there to share and help. His absence will be felt and missed by all those who knew him.

John was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Lebedeff, his brother-in-law Mel Siska and is survived by his sisters Mary (Bill) Plotnikoff and Norma Siska and his brother Harry (Vicky) Lebedeff and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Service was held on January 22 at the Avalon Funeral Home in Surrey, with cremation following, as per his wishes.

The family would like to thank the Avalon Funeral Home for their professional and compassionate services, the paramedics who attended to our brother, the two attending constables for their assistance and kindness, and all his friends where he lived.

Bohmer, Gladys Lily Gladys Lily Bohmer (nee Perkins) of Castlegar BC passed away on January 27, 2015, at the age of 74. She is lovingly survived by her daughter Louise Bohmer of Moncton NB, her nephew Wayne Fietz of Castlegar BC, her niece Lily Knol of Alexandria VA, her son-in-law Steven Deikoff of Moncton NB, her nephew-in-law Randall Knol of Alexandria VA, her grandniece Rhiannon Knol of Los Angeles CA, and her grandnephew Taliesin Knol of Alexandria VA. Born in Fernie BC in 1940, she moved to Castlegar BC with her parents Gladys and Horace Perkins, where she met and married Elwood Earl Bohmer. She is fondly remembered for her kind heart and giving nature. She would always lend an ear to a friend in need. Lily enjoyed collecting trinkets, taking care of her animals, and her garden. She loved to sing and was a long-time member of her church choir. Cremation has taken place and a remembrance vigil will take place at 300 - 3rd Avenue on February 16, 2015 at 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Talarico Place or to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind.

Verigin, Anne With great sadness, the family of Anne Verigin announces her sudden passing on Feb 7, 2015 at Trail Regional Hospital.

She was born May 03, 1932 to John and Tina Saliken (Holoboff) in Pass Creek, B.C. She married Michael John Verigin on July 22, 1950, in Grand Forks, B.C. at the home of his parents, John J and Anastasia Verigin (Chernoff). They lived in Grand Forks for a few years, started their family (Shirley and James), and then moved to Nelson. In 1958, they moved to Pass Creek, where their third child Elroy was born. In 1972, they returned to the Grand Forks area.

Briefly, they also lived in Williams Lake and Tahsis until her husband’s injury and forced retirement. After the passing of her husband, Anne returned to Castlegar, her birthplace. She has been enjoying life while living in her cozy place with her daughter and son-in-law and great granddaughter, Tao. In her younger years, Anne worked hard, cultivating her gardens and managing a small farm. She spend winter evenings crocheting tablecloths. She also enjoyed making traditional Russian dishes and angel food cakes and was very generous in sharing them with friends and family. She was a kind person and enjoyed giving of herself and her handmade gifts to others. Her begonias, fuchsias, and other summer flowers will miss her loving touch.

She is predeceased by her husband, Michael , in 1997, and by her sisters and their husbands, Grace and Sam Postnikoff of Shoreacres, Martha and Harry Chernoff of Nelson North Shore, her father John in 1958 and her mother Tina in 1996.

She is survived by her sister Molly Peligren , in Nanaimo, her brother John Saliken in Cranbrook, 3 children Shirley (Philip) Stanwood in Castlegar, Jim (Martha Half ) Verigin in St Paul AB, Elroy (Valerie) Verigin in Penticton, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Anne’s children warmly invite her friends and family to join them at her memorial service on February 21.

2015 at 1:30 pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1680 Woodland Drive, Castlegar, B.C.

Elsa Irene Maitland Sadly the family of Elsa Irene Maitland has to announce her passing at Talarico Place Care Centre on Sunday, February 1, 2015 two weeks shy of her 84th birthday.

Elsa was born on February 15, 1931 in Trail to parents Ane and Pete Gundersen. She grew up on the family homestead on Merry Creek Road.

She served in the Royal Canadian Air Force.

From there she worked as a Secretary at Stanley Humphries Secondary School for 34.5 years . Elsa put her heart and soul into her career, starting at least an hour early every day as well as giving many additional hours. She had amazing recall of the students and staff.

Elsa had a very strong character and some of her favorite things were baking, cooking and working in her flower garden and the view she had of the Columbia River from her deck. She enjoyed going out to play crib and Yahtzee with friends.

She was predeceased by her parents; brothers, Per, Ole, Rudy, Gerald and Gunnar.

Elsa is survived by son Don (Robin), daughter Jennifer (Glen), sisters, Florence & Dorie- Ann as well other extended family and many friends.

Cremation has taken place in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel and by request there will not be a service.

Donations in Elsa’s Memory may be made to the Castlegar Hospital Foundation, 709-10th Street, Castlegar BC V1N 2H7 or the BC Cancer Foundation.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Dr. Vasil; the staff of Talarico Place Care Centre and to Linda and staff at Castlewood Village.

A PLACE TO REMEMBER LOVED ONES

Dorothy Tipping Dec 8 1930 - Feb 16 2014 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal Dorothy lives with us in Memory & will for evermore..

Cliff and family

Do Not Stand At my Grave And Weep Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I did not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning’s hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there, I did not die.

Mary Elizabeth Frye

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MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851

Travel

Timeshare

CANCEL YOUR Timeshare.

No risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

Employment Business Opportunities

GET FREE Vending Machines. Can earn $100,000+ per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories.

Full details call now 1-866668-6629. Or visit our website: www.tcvend.com

THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg). Covers: hip/knee replacements, back conditions and restrictions in walking and dressing. 1-844-453-5372.

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Castlegar terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

CLASS 1 LINE HAUL COMPANY DRIVERS

Information

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway Line Haul Drivers based in our Castlegar terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have min. 3 yrs winter and mountain, driving exp./training.

$1000 Signing Bonus & Above Average Rates To join our team of professional drivers, please send off a resume and current driver’s abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

SUTCO IS seeking U.S. qualified Class 1 Drivers, steady year round Super B Flat Deck work. We offer group health benefits, matched contribution pension, e logs, and auto deposit pay. Apply on line at: sutco.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)357-2009/call 1-888-357-2612 ext. 230

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

Help Wanted ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away!

Call Shelley Cameron Estate Administrator at 877-797-4357 today, to set up your FREE consultation in Nelson.

Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience.

BDO Canada Limited.

Trustee in Bankruptcy.

200-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna , BC V1Y 9X1

Certified Care Aide required for Castlegar Senior Email resumes to qcmel@shaw.ca

4 Pillars Debt Consulting

Property Information Collectors

Grand Forks BC to Spokane WA

Our client is looking for drivers to do runs from Grand Forks BC to Spokane WA. We will have a morning shift starting at around 6 am and a night shift starting around 6pm. The driver’s will work 10-12 hour shifts paid at $25/ hr in a dedicated new Freightliner day cab.

What we need from you: • 1 years Class 1 experience • Clean abstract • Clean criminal record • Copy of resume

available as well

For detailed information on these opportunities please refer to the career section of our website:

Phone 250-365-8070 Toll Free 1-877-765-8070 roberto@4pillars.ca

www.bcassessment.ca/careers

CHOOSE A CAREER WITH US

If you have interest in this position and meet the stated requirements, please submit your resume and drivers abstract in confidence to Liam at liam@keehumanresources.com

Medical/Dental

SMALL ENG/SAW/OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED. Exp required. Wage/benefits negotiable. Send resume to crosback@telus.net

MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home.

Call today 1-800-466-1535, www.canscribe.com or email: info@canscribe.com.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

If you are a qualified, personable team-oriented and patient-focused CDA we want you!

Supportive work environment where excellence is valued and rewarded.

Please respond by sending your resume to drkellydavidoff@shawbiz.ca or fax: 250-352-5503

NOW HIRING! in Castlegar & Kelowna, British Columbia! $1,500 Sign On Bonus for Mechanics!

Experience in auto dealerships is preferred but we may consider a standout applicant from the business world.

Compensation for the right individual will be salary based with guarantee and full benefit package after trial period.

Drivers and Mechanics

Requirements Over 18 Years Old Class 3 or Higher License with Air Brake Competitive Pay, Great Benefits!

Our dealership is located centrally in the West Kootenay and has a large trading area from Creston to Grand Forks, Trail to Nakusp.

Please email resume to glacierhonda-sales@telus.net attn Ron Cutler or deliver to our address below.

250-304-7395

350 Beaver Lake Road, Kelowna, BC, V4V1S5 1844 Co-Op Ln, Brilliant, BC, V1N3H5 Media Code: 6EN EOE M/F/D/V

SERVICE & SALES

Phone: 250-365-4845 Fax: 250-365-4845 Toll Free: 1-866-365-4845

GM Sales Representative

Help Wanted

The School House ECLC

Employment Opportunity Licensed Early Childhood Educator + Infant & Toddler Certification Lynx Program

Employment Opportunity

This is a full time position commencing March 9, 2015 with a starting wage of $17.

The successful candidate will be familiar with the Early Learning Framework and be open to learning about and facilitating a Reggio Inspired Practice.

Bobcat Room Program Leader - ages 30 months to school age Education Requirement: Early Childhood Education Certificate mandatory,

Our centre practiceswill a system of to Primary Care;with (38 ahours/week within a 4speaking day workwould week).beAfter preference be given individuals Diploma; and french an the 3 month probationary period all employee can expect a wage increase as well as benefits. asset.

Position: This is a permanent, full time position, 35-40 hrs/week, commencing

August 1, 2014.

The startingskills wage is $17-18/ depending oncentre experience Teamwork and strong interpersonal with all ages hour is mandatory.

Our values open and skills. Benefit pending. honest communication in aPackage supportive, positive working environment.

The successful candidate will be, familiar with the Early Learning Framework and how to utilize this tool; open to learning about and facilitating a Reggio Inspired Practice; will regular meetings, CLOSING: February 27,commit 2015to at 12:00 p.m.planning time and researching the most up to date trends in the field.

Teamwork, strong interpersonal skills and communication with all ages is Pleasemandatory. send a cover letter & resume to:

The School House ECLC Please send a cover letter & resume to: Attn: Veronica O’Connor The School House ECLC 1623 Falls Street Attn: Veronica O’Connor 1623 Nelson, BC V1LFalls 1J7Street

The School House early care and learning centre

If you have good business skills, see yourself working in a modern, professional environment, and have a deep interest in vehicles and can explain their features and benefits, then this career can be very interesting and rewarding.

Most important, if you’re able to listen to people so you can really help them, then you can begin to create the best experience for them. The days of pushing vehicles on customers are long gone.

To learn more or apply, please inquire or send your cover letter and resume to: Chad Bullock, Sales Manager Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Email: chad@kalawsky.com Fax: (250) 365-3949

CHEVROLET

BUICK

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1602 Columbia Ave Castlegar BC V1N 1H9

Or please visit us at the Waste Management Site

Help Wanted

CLOSING DATE: June 30, 2014 12 noon

Help Wanted

Glacier Honda would like to add a dynamic, motivated, and driven individual to take our pre-owned car, truck & SUV department to the next level. We have a proven track record built up over the last 25 years that must be maintained with honesty, integrity, and full disclosure.

Have you ever seriously considered a career in the automotive retail industry? We have an opening that can completely change your income and lifestyle.

Nelson, BC V1L 1J7

ARE YOU $10K or more in debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

PRE-OWNED SALES MANAGER REQUIRED

New Year: New Career

Or by Email to: theschoolhouseeclc@gmail.com Or by email to: theschoolhouseeclc@gmail.com

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT MATERNITY

Please include “Grand Forks” in the subject line of your email or call 1-877-670-3426

Help Wanted 6838661

Call Robert Osborne

“Your go to guy” for people with money problems.

Financial Services

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Help Wanted

To apply please call

Weekly pay, Full benefits, LTD, Group Life, and RRSP matching

Get the help you need to: F Lower your debt by up to 70% F Budgeting & credit rebuilding

We currently have vacancies for Permanent Property Information Collectors in our Nelson and Terrace Assessment offices.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Class 1 Drivers

Services

career opportunity

Manager, Civil Structures Reference Number 1501 Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Manager, Civil Structures will provide civil engineering expertise to the Operations Department of Columbia Power ensuring Columbia Power meets its obligations as a dam owner as required by its Water Act license and the BC Dam Safety Regulations. Responsibilities also include drainage systems, roadways, tunnels and channels.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering, detailed knowledge of CDA Dam Safety Guidelines, and at least 7 years of experience in operation and maintenance of water resource structures.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of columbiapower.org for the detailed job description.

Closing date for this position is February 20, 2015.

GMC

1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar | (250)365-2155

Please refer to Job #1501 when submitting your application.

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Transportation

Legal

Financial Services

Suites, Upper

Auto Financing

Legal Notices

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Castlegar 1 bdrm basement suite suitable for 1 person,utilities included N/P, N/S, 250-365-7270

YOU’RE APPROVED • YOU’RE APPROVED

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of John J. Lebedeff, formerly of #204, 3217 E58th Ave, Vancouver BC, V5S3T1, Deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the Administrator, Norma Siska, c/0 #304-10038 150st.

Surrey BC V3R 0M8, on or before March 1, 2015, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

Home Improvements

Career Opportunities

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

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

Rentals

• BANKRUPTCY • NO CREDIT • • BAD CREDIT • FIRST TIME BUYER • • CREDIT CARD CONSOLIDATION • • QUICK APPROVALS • • YOU WORK - YOU DRIVE! •

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Services

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PUZ Z LE C ROS S

WORDS WORDS

Come grow with us.

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

A leading Canadian manufacturer of mechanical printing paper in western North America, Catalyst is every inch a paper company of today—efficient, customer focused and continually developing new products and new markets. Ranked by Corporate Knights magazine as one of the 50 Best Corporate Citizens in Canada, Catalyst strives for the highest standards of corporate and environmental responsibility.

Merchandise for Sale

Our Powell River division is now accepting résumés for a:

Heavy Duty Machinery

Manager, Technical Services We are looking for a capable leader to help manage paper and mechanical pulp manufacturing processes. This is an opportunity to move your senior management career forward as part of a diverse and talented team of manufacturing professionals producing some of the paper industry’s most innovative mechanical printing grades. Enjoy all the Sunshine Coast has to offer as you manage QA processes, lead and deliver process engineering services for mill operations and oversee troubleshooting. You have to your credit an engineering degree, at least 5 years’ related work experience and familiarity with mechanical printing paper manufacturing.

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.

Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Expect challenging work and a relaxed pace of life, along with competitive wages and the chance to advance your skills within a supportive peer environment.

Misc. for Sale

To join us for a strong future together, apply without delay at catalystpaper.com/careers

Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20’ & 40’ Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

www.catalystpaper.com

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Misc. Wanted Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-499-0251 Local

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Castlegar 2 Bdrm Apt 900 sq ft. F/S, D/W, laundry on site, grassed fenced yard one parking stall per apt.

Clean bright and quiet. Ground level N/S, N/P $800/mth + utilities,250-365-5070 leave msg

SELKIRK MANOR CEDAR MANOR 1 & 2 Bedroom Apt Call 250-304-3026 250-365-3034 W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. New renos: doors, windows, stove & paint. $600./mo. 250-551-1106

Homes for Rent East Trail 3 BDRM House Full Bsmt, 3 car garage. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P, $1000 mth plus utilities. Phone 250.365.5003

Suites, Lower Castlegar South 1 Bdrm daylite bsmt suite, private entrance, has carport $650/mth incl utilities & cable References please Phone 250-365-5863 after 5pm North Castlegar Sunny 2 Bdrm suite on bus route includes laundry & utilities N/S, N/P Ref’s req’d $850/mth. 250-365-2784

Working together to be the best for our communities, our environment…our future!

Zellstoff Celgar operates a World Class1,500 tonne/day modern bleach kraft pulp mill located in Southeastern BC. This market kraft operation is committed to being its customers preferred supplier of customized pulp while maintaining its responsible position within the community.

Presently we are seeking applicants for the position of Forestry Supervisor.

You will play a key role in securing the required volume of chips and pulpwood to operate the Zellstoff Celgar pulp mill. You possess a vision that sees our sustainable public resource utilized to its maximum potential. In this regard, you will be given an opportunity to participate in the research and development of key innovations that contribute to Celgar’s long term fibre supply strategies.

Reporting to the Fibre Manager, your past experience demonstrates a commitment for yourself and those around you to work safely. You have a RPF/RFT designation or eligible to register with the Association of BC Forest Professionals.

Your experience includes: • • • • • • •

Supervision of forestry operations A working knowledge of the SAFE companies program and provincial forestry safety Fibre procurement in the BC Interior A working knowledge of the BC Timber Sales program A working knowledge of the chain of custody and fibre certification programs A working knowledge of quality control monitoring systems for roundwood and chips Excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate with suppliers, customers, contractors, and associated government agencies

Zellstoff Celgar is just minutes from Castlegar, BC in the West Kootenay region.

To apply for this position, please Email your CV to: jo-anne.shea@celgar.com (Apologies in advance; only those considered for an interview will be contacted)

CLUES ACROSS 1. Fashion dandy 4. Cycles per second 7. Strikebreaker 11. Aquatic reptile (informal) 13. Express pleasure 14. Swiss river 15. Contains cerium 17. Ribonucleic acid 18. On top 19. Taxis 21. Banking machine 22. Small salamander 23. Voltage 25. Pointed summit 27. DWTS host 33. In a way, smoked 34. Peat moss source 35. W. African nation Sierra ___ 36. Cocoa plum tree 41. Holiday (informal) 44. Venezuelan capital 46. DWTS hostess 48. Hideouts 50. Actress Lupino 51. The content of cognition 53. Point one point N of due E 55. Plunder a town 59. No. Albanian dialect 60. No (Scottish) 61. Blatted 64. X2 = a Pacific tourist commune 65. AKA option key 66. Angelina’s spouse 67. “Wedding Crashers” Wilson 68. Grassland, meadow 69. Laughing to self (texting) CLUES DOWN 1. Licenses TV stations

2. Metal-bearing mineral3. Meat from a pig (alt. sp.)

4. A bottle with a stopper 5. Short labored breath 6. Hair washing soap 7. Steam bath 8. “R.U.R.” playwright Karel 9. Beside one another in lines 10. Not straight 12. Former OSS 16. Truck driver’s radio 20. Dried-up 24. Million gallons per day (abbr.)

26. Encircle (archaic) 27. ‘__ death do us part 28. A single unit 29. A siemens 30. Prohibition 31. V. William’s clothing line 32. Scotland’s poet’s initials 37. Auto 38. Single spot card in a deck 39. Crow sound 40. Former CIA 42. Factory where arms are made 43. Radioactive unit 44. Scoundrel 45. Freshwater duck genus 47. 9 decades 48. Makes tractors 49. 55120 51. Southeast Nigeria people 52. Arab sailing vessel 54. Hay bundle 56. Blood type 57. Driver compartment 58. “Das Kapital” author Marx 62. Consume food 63. Dental degree

ANSWERS

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“Half Price Payments” for up to one year available on financing offers only on 2015 Rio/Forte/Optima/Rondo/Sorento models

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HEATED STEERING WHEEL

HEATED MIRRORS

WINTER TIRES

REMOTE STARTER

OFFER ENDS MARCH 2ND WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED *5-year/100,000 km worry-free comprehensive warranty.

Offer(s) available on select new 2015 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from February 3rd to March 2nd, 2015. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,665, AMVIC fee, tire tax of $22, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees (up to $699), fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. §Up to “Half Price Payments” for up to one year (“Offer”) is only applicable on financing offers on 2015 Rio/Forte/Optima/Sorento/Rondo models. On approved credit, from a participating dealer in Canada between February 3rd and March 2nd, 2015. The Offer consists of a loan credit (up to “Half Price Payments Credit”) that will range from $500 to $3,250 depending on model/trim. Customers can choose to take the full amount of the applicable Half Price Payments Credit as a one (1) time incentive that will be deducted from the negotiated price of the vehicle before taxes. Alternatively, customers can choose the up to “Half Price Payments” option and have their financing payments reduced (before taxes) by 50% until such time as the entire amount of the applicable Half Price Payments Credit has been exhausted. This may take between 10 weeks and 69 weeks depending on model/trim and the amount of the applicable Half Price Payments Credit. After the entire amount of the applicable Half Price Payments Credit has been exhausted, the customer will be required to pay the full amount of all regularly scheduled finance payments over the remaining term of the contract. Vehicle trade-in amounts and down payments are not calculated in the advertised up to “Half Price Payments”. See dealer for complete details. ΔRepresentative financing example: 0% financing offer for up to 84 months available to qualified retail customers on approved credit for the new 2015 Rio LX MT (RO541F)/2015 Forte LX MT (FO541F)/2015 Optima LX AT (OP742F)/2015 Sorento LX AT (SR75BF) with a purchase price of $15,602/$17,502/$26,402/$28,782 financed at 0% for 84-month period with $0 down payment equals 69/62/28/ 50 reduced weekly payments of $21/$24/$36/$39 followed by weekly payments of $43/$48/$73/$79. Includes $1,500/$1,500/$1,000/$2,000 up to “Half Price Payments” credit. Cost of borrowing is $0 and total obligation is $14,102/$16,002/$25,365/$26,782. Up to “Half Price Payment” Incentive varies by model and trim level and may be taken as a lump sum or to reduce the financed amount. Offer ends March 2nd, 2015. ‡ Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2015 Forte SX (FO748F)/2015 Rio4 SX with Navigation (RO749F)/2015 Sorento SX V6 AWD (SR75XF)/2015 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP748F) is $26,695/$22,395/$42,095/$34,895. Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2015 Rio LX+ ECO AT/2015 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl MT/2015 Sorento LX 2.4L GDI 4-cyl AT/2015 Optima 2.4L GDI AT. These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. ¤$1,000 Winter Edition Bonus amounts are offered on select 2015 Winter Edition models and are deducted from the negotiated purchase price before taxes. Available on financing offers only. Certain conditions apply. $1,000 Winter Edition Bonus amount available on the 2015 Rondo LX AT (5-seat) Winter SE (RN75SF), 2015 Rondo LX AT (7-seat) Winter SE (RN75TF) and 2015 Optima LX AT Winter SE (OP74SF). Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

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NOBODY IN THE WORLD SELLS MORE REAL ESTATE THAN RE/MAX®

Lorene MacGregor

250.304.3101

40 Acres at City Limit

Spacious New Home

$498,000

Barry Brown

250.365.9363

Central & Private

Stacey Miller

250.304.8327

Executive Home in Emerald

$415,000

$350,000

Julie Wilson

250.777.4202

$449,900

Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Great Starter Home

Character Home Near Border

Priced to Sell

Delightful Character Tudor Home

Barry’s

OPEN HOUSE

408 27th Street Sat, February 14th • 1pm til 3pm

Pristine Family Home

LD

SO $179,000

$309,900

$ 199,900

$189,000

$249,900

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Amazing Mountain Views

Ultimate Garage

Plaza Bakery!

Beautiful Custom Home

Large Lot in Blueberry

Country Charm

LD

LD

SO $189,900

$325,000

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Affordable Starter

Desirable North Shore

$299,900

$129,900

$259,900

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

A Gem in Emerald Crescent

Relax & Rest in Riondel

Home with a View

Diamond in the Rough

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$199,900

$123,500

$155,000

SO

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$339,000

$269,900

$265,000

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Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Julie Wilson 250.777.4202

Lorene MacGregor 250.304.3101

Julie Wilson 250.777.4202

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Julie Wilson 250.777.4202

Excellent Location!

Spotless 4-Bedroom Home

Media Room with Bar

Paradise By The Lake

Tremendous Potential in Nelson

House and Shop

LD

LD

SO $139,000 Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

SO $219,900

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Indoor Pool! 5 Acres! Shop! First-Time Buyers Opportunity

$375,000

$275,000

Barry Brown 250.365.9363

Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

Perfect Family Home

Home for the Free-Spirited

$239,000 Julie Wilson 250.777.4202

$147,500 Stacey Miller/Barry Brown 250.304.8327/ 250.365.9363

• Tower Ridge Lot - $125,000 • Recreational Wonderland - $84,900 • City Building Lot - $74,900 • Ready to Build- 4 Acres! - $299,000 • Ready to Build! - $125,000

$498,500 Barry Brown 250.365.9363

$159,999 Stacey Miller 250.304.8327

$379,000 Barry Brown 250.365.9363

$328,800 Julie Wilson 250.777.4202

• Bonnington .94 Acre Lot - $99,000 • Sunny Bonnington 1.12 Acre Lot $132,800 • Twin Rivers Waterfront Lot - $145,000 SOLD

For more information on listings, open houses and much more, please check out

www.KootenaySold.com 250.365.6767 ● 1.877.965.6767 • #100 1444 Columbia Ave. ACROSS FROM

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Thursday, February 12, 2015 Castlegar News

Solid Waste Management Survey The Future of Solid Waste Handling and Recycling in Castlegar The City of Castlegar is a small City with Big Heart and Big Ideas. The City has a vision of creating an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable Solid Waste and Recycling program that encourages waste reduction and maximizes recycling.

What is Waste Reduction & How Is It Achieved? – Waste Reduction is a system of recycling to reduce the amount of garbage that is simply thrown into the landfill. By stripping out recyclables, food compost, pet waste and yard waste a household can dramatically reduce the amount of garbage that is set at the curb each week. In fact, in some areas around the world, waste reduction/diversion programs have been so successful that they have resulted in zero waste being generated from homes – no garbage!

Why Change? – The City of Castlegar currently spends around $400,000 per year on recycling, waste collection, garbage landfill tipping fees, yard waste collection and composting.

In addition, the City’s Official Community Plan (http://www.castlegar.ca/pdfs/OCP_Bylaw_1150.pdf) identified the need to strive for a Zero Waste goal. The City’s current waste reduction rate sits at 27% and Council has set a short term goal of increasing that to 50% within the next five years. Currently only 45% of residents participate in the recycling program and the City has set the goal of increasing that to 75% participation.

A progressive waste diversion and recycling program is a major cornerstone of a healthy, sustainable community.

To aid in shaping the future of the City’s Solid Waste and Recycling program the City is asking residents to complete the following survey, by either completing the survey online @ www.surveymonkey.com/s/Castlegar15 or filling in the paper survey below and dropping off or mailing to City Hall @ 460 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC, V1N 1G7 by February 16th, 2015.

Please help us shape our community’s future!

CURBSIDE GARBAGE COLLECTION 1. How important is garbage reduction and increased recycling to you? Circle one: A Very Important B Important C Neutral D Not Important 2. The City of Castlegar currently diverts 27% of household waste from the landfill through recycling and yard waste programs. With this in mind, what waste reduction goal would you support? Circle one: A Status Quo B 40% C 50% D 75% E 100% 3. Overall, how satisfied are you with the City of Castlegar’s curbside garbage collection program? Circle one: A Very Satisfied B Somewhat Satisfied C Neutral D Somewhat Dissatisfied E Very Dissatisfied 4. On average, how many bags of garbage do you place on the curb each week? Circle one: A Less than one full bag B One C Two D Three E Four or more 5. Adopting a ‘Pay As You Throw’ system, where residents buy bag tags for their garbage rather than paying a flat yearly rate (you only pay for what you use) has been shown to reduce waste and increase diversion. Which financing option would you like to see? Circle one: A Annual Utility Fee that covers two bags per week (must purchase bag tags for any additional bags) (CURRENT SITUATION) B Reduced Annual Utility Fee that covers only one bag per week (must purchase bag tags for additional bags) C 100% Pay As You Throw system with no Annual Utility Fee (must purchase bag tags or special bags for every bag of garbage) 6. Bi-weekly collection has been shown to reduce waste. If it meant a reduction in utility rates, would you consider a switch to garbage collection every other week?

Yes Maybe No 7. Would you be willing to see a utility rate increase in order for the City to provide a bear resistant garbage bin to each household?

Yes Maybe No 8. Did you know that the following items are banned from the trash? paper, cardboard, yard waste, plastic containers, glass containers, aluminum and metal containers, tires, electronics. Circle one: Yes No CURBSIDE RECYCLING COLLECTION Businesses that supply packaging and printed paper to BC residents are now responsible for collecting and managing these materials so they can be recycled. Multi-Material BC (MMBC), a non-profit organization financed by these businesses, is now responsible for residential recycling programs in many areas across BC, either directly or by working with local governments, First Nations, private companies and non-profit organizations.

9. Overall, how satisfied are you with the City of Castlegar’s curbside recycling collection program?

Circle one: A Very Satisfied B Somewhat Satisfied C Neutral D Somewhat Dissatisfied E Very Dissatisfied 10. On average, how many bags of recycling do you place on the curb every two weeks?

Circle one: A None. I do not participate in the curbside recycling program.

B One C Two D Three E Four or more 11. Due to changes with the government’s MMBC recycling program, glass packaging can no longer be included in your regular recycling bag. How would you like to see glass collection managed? Circle one: A Monthly curbside collection (separate from other recyclables) CURRENT SITUATION B Bi-weekly curbside collection (separate from other recyclables) C No curbside collection. Have a designated depot where residents can drop off glass for recycling.

Managing your waste just got a whole lot easier. Download the My-Waste app from your favourite App store. It’s free! www.my-waste.mobi/BC-Castlegar

12. Did you know that the following items are not recyclable?

Hardcover/paperback books, foil, ribbons, Musical greeting cards with batteries, Paper towel, napkins or tissues, Boxes with wax coatings, Foil-lined bags/containers, Padded envelopes, Rubber bands, Straws, Metal or plastic toys, Coat hangers; metal/ceramic bakeware, Chip/ foil bags; plastic wrap, plastic bags, foam containers, Blister packs, Packaging labelled as biodegradable or compostable, and aerosol cans with any contents remaining Yes No 13. Did you know that you can now recycle milk cartons, plant pots, aluminum foil packaging and drink cups?

Yes No 14. Did you know that you can recycle your plastic grocery bags at local stores and at the landfill?

Yes No 15. Banning plastic grocery bags in stores promotes reusable carryout bags as the best alternative to single-use plastic bags. Would you support a city-wide ban on plastic grocery bags? Circle one: Yes No COMPOSTING 16. Do you currently compost organic kitchen wastes? Circle one: Yes No 17. If you do not currently compost, what best describes your reasons? Circle one: A I don’t want to attract bears and other wildlife.

B I don’t have the yard space.

C I’m not sure how.

D I don’t want to.

18. Which of the following Municipal organics composting programs would you prefer?

Circle one: A A curbside organics collection program, paid for by an increase in Annual Utility Fees.

B Access to backyard composters through the City of Castlegar at a subsidized rate.

C An education campaign, targeted at teaching effective backyard composting skills (Information, tips and community workshops) D B and C 19. If the City provided a subsidized food waste composter would you use it?

Yes No YARD WASTE COMPOSTING 20. Have you participated in the bi-annual Yard Waste Curbside Collection days?

Circle one: Yes No 21. Have you used the Yard Waste Composting Facility to drop off yard waste (behind the Community Complex)? Circle one: Yes No 22. Which Yard Waste composting service is most useful to you? Circle one: A Yard Waste Curbside Collection Days B Drop-off Yard Waste Composting Facility behind the Community Complex C Both D Neither 23. The City of Castlegar’s Yard Waste Composting program has been gaining popularity.

It provides free high quality compost for the City and prevents backyard burning which alleviates health issues for some residents at an annual approximate cost of $50,000. Do you support the continuation of this program? Circle one: Yes No COMMUNICATION 24. In your opinion, what is the best way to receive updates and information regarding waste and recycling services from the City of Castlegar? Circle all that apply: A Radio B Newspaper C Social Media D City website E Direct Mail F Other. Please explain:_______________________________ 25. Please share any other comments or concerns regarding solid waste management in the City of Castlegar: __________________________________________________________________________

Thank you for your participation

Recycling pickup schedule in Castlegar: visit www.castlegar.ca/notice.php?id=51 Garbage collection schedule in Castlegar: visit www.castlegar.ca/services_civicworks_garbage_pickup.php Information on the Ootischenia landfill: visit www.castlegar.ca/services_civicworks_landfill.php For more information on recycling, please visit www.recyclinginbc.ca Is Your Recycling Unrecyclable? Are you unintentionally preventing your recycling from being recycled?

Visit www.recyclinginbc.ca/recycling-unrecyclable Unsure what to do with household hazardous waste, used oil, batteries, electronics and more?

Call the RCBC Hotline 1-800-667-4321 or check Recyclepedia @ www.rcbc.ca/recyclepedia/search