Salmon Arm Observer, February 20, 2015

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n Keira Cadden races away during the dress-up relay at the Jackrabbits ski fun day held Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Larch Hills Ski Area. The event was organized by Jackrabbits volunteers with members of the youth Larch Hills Nordics ski team assisting.

Selling vacant or under-used school district properties has injected more than $1 million into School District #83’s capital coffers.

Last year, the school district put six properties on the market and only one still remains listed.

The sold properties total a value of $1,085,000.

They include: the closed Ashton Creek School which sold for $210,000; vacant land at Fifth Avenue SW for $150,000; Mount Ida school property for $175,000; former North Broadview school for $280,000 and the new Jackson annex for $270,000.

The remaining property listed for sale is at 6540 50th St. NE and is known as the North Canoe Annex.

Proceeds from the sale of properties are deposited into the school board’s capital fund and are used to finance capital projects that the Ministry of Education does not fund.

The proceeds will be used for four projects including: the replacement of the school board office currently being constructed beside the Downtown Activity Centre on Shuswap Street; a reconfiguration and renovation to the Carlin Elementary/Middle School; an addition to the gym and reconfiguration at Len Wood Middle School and upgrades to buildings at the school district’s works complex located in Salmon Arm’s industrial park.

The current school district administration office on Shuswap Street is intended to be put up for sale; however, it has not yet been put on the market. The school district is hoping the new building will be completed in the fall of 2015.

The money from the sale of properties cannot be used to fund the school district’s operational expenses, such as funding for teachers or educational programs.

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n Miss P, also known as Ch. Tashtins Lookin for Trouble, poses with her handler Will Alexander and owners Lori and Kaitlyn Crandlemire after winning Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club’s annual dog show at Madison Square Gardens in New York City. She defeated 2,700 dogs to win.

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Move over Sir Anthony Hopkins.

There’s a new celebrity in Enderby.

Miss P (P for Peyton), a fouryear-old beagle co-owned by the Enderby mother-daughter duo of Lori and Kaitlyn Crandlemire, and American breeder Eddie Dziuk, was named Best in Show Tuesday at the 139th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show – the Super Bowl of dog shows – in front of 18,000 fans at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

“I’ve fielded more phone calls about the beagle than in all the time Anthony Hopkins was here,” said Enderby Mayor Greg McCune Wednesday morning (Hopkins, a Best Actor Oscar winner, was in the city in late 2014 shooting a movie, making friends with a lot of local residents as he happily posed for pictures).

“Let’s see, there’s been calls from Boston, London, England, Toronto, Vancouver, all over the place.”

Miss P, who won the hound group at Westminster on Monday to advance to Best in Show,

beat out six other dogs for the title, including a black standard poodle, Old English Sheepdog, English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese water dog, Shih Tzu and Skye terrier.

The Shih Tzu is owned by famous kidnap victim Patty Hearst, while the Portuguese water dog in the final group is a relation to U.S. President Barack Obama’s dog, Sunny.

Terriers have won Best in Show at Westminster 46 times.

According to The Washington Post, the first and only other time a beagle was named Best in Show was in 2008, and it was Miss P’s great uncle, Uno, who won the competition.

Lori and Kaitlyn Crandlemire were in New York to watch the big moment. Miss P was handled by Ontario’s Will Alexander.

“I’m speechless,” said Lori to reporters immediately after the victory.

Back home in Enderby and around the North Okanagan excitement over the beagle’s victory was building.

“My husband and I watched it on TV and when it was announced that Miss P had won, it was pretty incredible,” said Tasha Baumle, Kaitlyn’s sister.

Many notes of congratulation had been posted to the Vernon and District Kennel Club’s Facebook page. A club gathering to watch the Best in Show group on TV included a lit candle and stuffed beagle for luck.

Baumle said Kaitlyn, Lori and Miss P were going to be busy in New York for the next few days.

Miss P appeared on the Today show Wednesday morning and was slated to be on a number of other talk shows.

The dog was being treated to steak dinner on a silver platter at legendary Sardi’s Restaurant and was also rumoured to be meeting with Donald Trump.

It is believed that Miss P will now be retired from competition and, to live up to the adage of “every dog having its day,” the City of Enderby is planning a celebration for its newest champion.

“My first thought was a parade,” said McCune. “We have the Canada Day parade so we could offer up the first spot to Miss P and the Crandlemires.

“We’ll definitely do something. This is an amazing accomplishment.”

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The wet weather took its toll on a portion of Foothill Road, which has been closed indefinitely.

Tuesday morning city crews were called to a stretch of Foothill just west of Mount Ida Cemetery, when the lower edge of the road began sloughing down the bank.

Crews blocked off the road to traffic from 14th Street SW to 30th Street SW, the two closest access points to the slide.

By 11 a.m. Tuesday, about three metres of the shoulder and roadway had sloughed off along a 30-metre stretch of road, with a total of about 60 metres affected by cracks and fissures.

Periodically small chunks of asphalt and earth would tumble down the bank, while rivulets of water could

be seen pushing their way out of the soil far below the road’s surface.

City engineer Jenn Wilson explained the over-saturation of the ground had compromised the road structure.

“There’s a little creek – it came down the hillside along the ditch – it’s getting under the road base.”

Adding to the problem was an exposed natural gas line, which Fortis crews were working to secure.

Although city staff were awaiting word from a geotechnical engineer who was surveying the situation, Wilson said the ground was still moving a little but it looked like the worst was done.

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Also surveying the damage was Jaci Metivier, owner of the property below the road, where the mud and water were accumulating as the road edge collapsed.

“I’ve been noticing for years drainage has been becoming an issue on the cemetery road and Mount Ida Forest Service Road – and no one seems to be taking responsibility.”

As for rebuilding the road, Wilson said it will

be a matter of digging it down to stable ground and then rebuilding it, ensuring proper drainage is established. She predicted construction could take one to two weeks, and the affected section of the road will be closed until further notice.

“It will be a matter of finding the money and the crews.”

Depending on geotechnical findings, Wilson said the road might be opened to single-lane traffic.

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“It will mean reduced services and BLACK PRESS programs,” said Olsen.

Teachers are blasting the governB.C.’s new budget is getting a fail- ment. ing grade from educators.

“The latest budget from the provinThe provincial government is cial government is a broken promise pumping an extra $564 to make learning condimillion into education tions like class compoover three years to covsition a priority,” said er union contracts, but Brenda O’Dell, North school districts across O k a n a ga n - S h u s wa p B.C. have been instructTeachers Association ed to cut administration president. “The governspending by $29 million ment says cuts will have next school year and to be made to non-in$25 million in 2016/17. structional programs, but “We are disappointed doesn’t say what those that the government Sterling Olson could be. We’ve already is taking money out seen big cuts to adult baof the system,” said sic education and other Sterling Olsen, North Okanagan- important programs this year. School Shuswap School District secretary- districts will be hit hard by this multitreasurer.“We are not sure where they million dollar cut and the unfunded believe the savings will come from.” cost pressures like a four per cent inThe impact of the provincial bud- crease to MSP premiums.” get on individual districts won’t be Greg Kyllo, Shuswap MLA, deknown until March 15, but the North fends the government.

Okanagan-Shuswap district could ex“We’re still seeing declining enrolperience a 2015/16 shortfall of $1.3 to ment across the province. That may $2.8 million. be part of the challenge,” he said.

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Need to protect young drivers better The statistics are stark.

A total of 106 young drivers were killed in B.C. between 2004 and 2013, according to Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe in a report last week.

The report found that speed, impairment or lack of seatbelt use were contributing factors in most cases.

And while the death rate for drivers aged 16 to 18 has declined by two thirds since 2008, it remains the leading cause of death for the age group, with teenage boys aged 17 and 18 at greatest risk of death or injury.

The coroners’ analysis showed 68 of 106 drivers were at the “novice” stage when they died.

Of those, 18 had consumed alcohol and seven were driving with too many passengers who were not family members, and without a supervisor.

There were 14 deaths of young drivers with a learner’s licence, the first stage of the graduated system. Of those, 11 were driving with no supervisor, 10 had consumed alcohol, three were driving during restricted hours and two had more than one non-supervisor passenger in the vehicle.

Distraction by mobile phone use was found to be a factor in only one case.

There’s something wrong here, and it appears young drivers aren’t getting the necessary tools needed to be safe drivers.

The province must look for ways to strengthen its graduated licensing system for young drivers, and we support the call by Lapointe for a pilot project of electronic speed enforcement in high-risk areas to reduce the number of young people who die in car crashes.

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Gauging position of political parties

With the federal election looming, I have been giving considerable thought to where the different political parties stand on the environment, the economy and a variety of other issues.

More and more it would seem, at least when it comes to the environment, that the current federal government is trying harder and harder to disassociate themselves from taking either financial or moral responsibility when it comes to dealing with such issues, instead choosing to make blanket statements that have little or no substance Not that the other political parties have come forward with a worthwhile environmental platform.

It’s all a bit disheartening.

It can all be a bit confusing.

A case in point is the management of many of the rivers in this province, spread among numerous provincial and federal government agencies. For example, the BC Ministry of Environment is in charge of managing water quality. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (federal) is responsible for fish habitat.

The Integrated Land Man-

The GreaT OuTdOOrs James Murray agement Bureau is responsible for issuing foreshore leases (for such things as the construction of docks), while the use of power boats is regulated through Transport Canada. It really is hard sometimes to know who is supposed to be in charge.

And I guess that’s my point. When it comes right down to it, we, the voters, are still in charge – more or less. While we may sometimes feel we do not have enough direct input into the decision-making process and policies of any given siting government, we do still have the ability to exercise our democratic rights at the polling booth come election day.

Like most people, I try to make a relatively informed decision when I mark my ballot. That is why I really do want to know where the different political parties stand on a variety of issues that are important to me. I do not feel that is too much to ask of those candidates who are running locally and the federal parties themselves when it comes to national policy.

Over the years, I have written a number of times about the ever-increasing number of larger and more powerful watercraft showing up on our lakes and rivers – all which add to the amount of traffic, noise, water pollution, shoreline erosion and impact on wildlife.

I do not try to pass myself off as knowing any more than the average person/ voter when it comes to this situation. However, things do affect me, in as much as I spend a fair amount of time either sitting out on the lake or casting my line from the banks of some river. I also recognize the fact that other people have as much right to enjoy their time on the water

as I do.

I appreciate and respect the policies that are in place to regulate activities on the water so that all people, as well as the creatures that live in and around our lakes and rivers, can coexist.

That is why I have a problem with the current federal government which has, through Transport Canada, introduced a number of socalled ‘small’ changes to the Navigable Waters Protection Act. These small changes are, in effect, the current federal government’s attempt to eliminate any obligation or need on the part of industry/ development to conduct any sort of environmental assessment on the impact of any given project.

It is all too clear where the current government stands.

I guess what I would like to know is where the other political parties stand when it comes to the environment.

I would also like to see it in writing.

Seems to me the whole issue of the environment really does all boil down to a question of priorities and politics.

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VIEW POINT

Expressing opinions healthy for democracy B. Campbell is fully entitled to express his views (Shuswap Market News, Feb. 13).

However, I take issue with some of his points.

First, I disagree that the three letters he notes are beating up Prime Minister Harper, Conservatives or Colin Mayes, but rather are pointing out areas where the Canadian government could improve its policies and performance. I know some of the authors and do not consider them to be ‘lefties,’ but rather concerned Cana-

dian citizens who seek a better future for all Canadians.

Yes, Canada’s economy has fared better than many since 2008, but this is also a positive reflection on Canada’s institutional framework and policies that were implemented by Liberal and Conservative governments since the 1930s.

While the Harper government responded aggressively to the 2008 collapse, let’s also remember that it was the MPs under Liberal leadership that demanded the gov-

ernment implement a financial stimulus program over the objection of Mr. Harper. Mr. Campbell should also remember that Canada’s national debt has grown faster under Mr. Harper’s tutelage than any other except for Mr. Mulroney’s.

Justin Trudeau is the same age and has more experience in Parliament than Mr. Harper did when he became leader of the Alliance Party of Canada. Mr. Trudeau brings a different style to Canadian politics.

And yes, the election

campaign has started. Indeed, since Mr. Harper formed his first government in 2006, he has introduced nonstop campaigning, 365 days of the year for nine years.

By publishing Mr. Campbell’s letter, the Observer/Shuswap Market News has demonstrated that it encourages the expression of a variety of views on political issues of the day. Let’s all get out our pens and engage.

Don Paterson, MD Sorrento

Liberals have poor record with westerners Rather than waste paper castigating our Prime Minister, Cindy Derkaz could provide some insight into exactly what her party has to offer.

Right now she has a

leader with a head of hair, but nothing inside. When she calls for change, does she mean we should exchange our current, highly respected prime minister for her Lib-

eral who could come to Salmon Arm and give us another one-finger salute?

It is a matter of history that PET’s attitude was “screw the West.”

And JT has already

echoed those sentiments. It surprises me that anyone west of Ontario would even consider identifying with that outlook.

of other high school students last year. Even if what you said was true, why did you feel the need to dim all those bright lights in the room by leaving them with a sense of futility for their future? Were you trying to galvanize or paralyze?

We haven’t even begun to reach our own ‘peak’ potential, Mr. Dyer, and many thousands of people of all ages worldwide, from every kind of background, culture and

expertise, are and will be tackling these issues head on before those dreaded due dates.

The worst disaster we’d face on this earth would be the emotional ‘tipping point’ of despair, which would inevitably lead to social breakdown and chaos, along with an accelerated environmental free-for-all, leaving this planet of ours in an even worse mess than it is now.

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Mother, miner, heavy equipment operator and now reality TV star, Nika Guilbault loves life in the wild.

The Sorrento resident delivered twins in the family truck on Jan. 28 and thinks their arrival may postpone her return to the Yukon, where she and husband Chris St. Jean operate a small mining company.

The couple are featured in the third season of Yukon Gold, History Channel’s Canadian “docu-series” that returns to television Feb. 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Producers bill the show as a characterbased documentary that captures the physical and emotional struggles four sets of miners face in their search for gold during the 16-week mining season.

Guilbault and St. Jean’s company, CTF Earthworks, was formed in 2011 and began mining operations in 2013.

“We bought some claims and equipment, starting with some ground and older machinery,” she says, noting they are often mining through permafrost that ranges in depth from five feet to 20to 30-plus deep. “It’s tough to find ancient creek beds where there might be some gold; the Yukon has been heavily mined over the years

but we’re hoping some old-timers left us some gold.”

Mining season begins sometime in April and continues to mid or late October – “when things don’t work anymore, there’s no water, the equipment breaks down, we get moody” and the season ends.

Mining is a struggle, Guilbault laughingly admits and the accommodations are definitely far from five-star.

“We have some old ATCO-type trailers and Chris built a large addition so we can all be living in one trailer instead of having a bedroom trailer and a bathroom trailer.”

Now the family will have two more children to house, Guilbault says St. Jean will give up his gold-cleaning room to give Zyla a bedroom.

Guilbault works sideby-side with St. Jean, doing pretty much everything he does.

She credits growing up on the family’s Sorrento farm with instilling her love of the outdoors – the more remote the better.

When she was 18, Guilbault headed to Fort St. John, where she laboured on a pipeline, was a medic and a pilot driver for rig transport companies.

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Guilbault was offered a job with a mining company.

It was there, shortly before the 2010 mining season began, that she met her future husband.

He was part of the mining company’s interview crew.

In her first year of mining, Guilbault learned how to drive three of the biggest bulldozers made, as well as excavators, rock trucks, work a wash plant and repair and maintain equipment.

The following year Guilbault headed back to Fort St. John to earn enough money for the couple to start their own mining venture. That ended when she discovered she was pregnant.

Guilbault says she and her husband do well with the isolation and hard work because they respect each other, enjoy each other’s com-

pany and have the same goals.

Being part of a reality TV show was interesting, she says, noting the family got used to cameras all the time and bonded well with the film crew.

“It became part of everyday life… they have to endure a lot of what we did,” she says. “They have a lot of challenges and so do we, and respect each other’s space.”

Guilbault says people who watch the show will see how much Zyla enjoys the new things she learns and how much she grows over the summer. There will be more learning as the expanded family begins another season in the north, but Guilbault is undaunted.

“Anyone who has the gumption, is a little bit hard-headed and maybe a bit crazy can do it.”

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Murder trial underway

By Barry Kerton

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The trial of Norman John Jerrett, who is accused of the murder of a Tappen man, has opened in Edmonton.

Jerrett, a 48-year-old Barrhead, Alta. resident, pleaded not guilty to 10 charges, the most serious being murder, in relation to the death of Valentine Degenhardt.

The other charges include robbery with a firearm, interfering with a dead body, break and enter, possession of a loaded restricted firearm, unlawful use of a firearm and possession for the purpose of trafficking.

On July 19, 2013, Degenhardt was reported missing when he failed to contact his wife after visiting family and friends in Barrhead.

Two days earlier, July 15, Degenhardt was seen departing a Barrhead gas station early in the evening.

Believing his disappearance to be suspicious, RCMP opened an investigation headed by the Edmonton Major Crimes unit and supported by several other

Valentine Degenhardt RCMP detachments.

Hikers came across Degenhardt’s Jeep about 200 kilometres northwest of Edmonton, off Highway 32 between Whitecourt and Swan Hills in early November of 2013. Police then conducted a thorough ground search of the area, aided by information from hikers and interviews from other people of interest

and found human remains, which the medical examiner identified as Degenhardt.

Although Degenhardt was a Salmon Arm resident, he spent a lot of time travelling between his home and a rental property he had in Morinville, Alta. and often stopped in Barrhead. It was during one of these stops that Crown prosecutor Greg Gudelot alleges the murder took place.

The Crown said in an opening statement that Degenhardt was involved in the drug trade and travelled from his Salmon Arm home to supply local Alberta drug dealers, including Jerrett, with marijuana in 2013.

The Crown alleges that Jerrett shot Degenhardt at his Barrhead home with a 9-mm handgun which he purchased illegally from another drug dealer.

The Crown prosecutor said Jerrett then

broke into Degenhardt’s Morinville rental home to steal thousands of dollars worth of drugs.

After stealing the drugs, Gudelot said Jerrett used Degenhardt’s computer to search several topics, including how long it took a body to decompose and how to disassemble a handgun.

He also said the jury would hear how Jerrett enlisted the help of family members to clean up the crime scene and hide the body.

The prosecutor told the jury they will also hear that Jerrett took Degenhardt’s cell phone and set about creating a false pattern of communication to give the impression the victim was alive and well when he left Barrhead.

The trial is scheduled to last about four weeks.

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Concert blends new and old

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Mel Arnold, Candidate, Conservative Party of Canada Sicamous Mel will be doorknocking in your neighbourhood Sunday, February 22, to hear what you have to say about making Sicamous and the Shuswap the best it can be.

Mel will also be available at Joe Schmuck’s Road House at 3 pm.

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In their six years of singing, members of the esteemed Northern Lights Chamber Choir have gathered quite a repertoire.

Choir director Steve Guidone says there are now 80 numbers from which to choose, and fans who have asked to hear some of the ones the Northern Lights has previously performed.

In response, the choir presents Something Old Something New in Sorrento and Salmon Arm concerts.

“Some of the pieces go back as far as Handel,” says Guidone, his enthusiasm for the choir and the music bubbling up. “We’re tending towards the current pieces but also pulling up favourite audience and member requests from the past.”

One of Guidone’s favourites, Sure on this Shining Night, is a version of a poem by James Agee. It tells of a beautiful starry night and being alive to enjoy it.

“One I am quite excited by, is Dirait-on (so they say), a midwinter madrigal about the rose.

“A rose is narcism personified; it knows it’s beautiful and stands out,” Guidone says.

“There are layers voice over voice, just like the petals of a rose… it’s just gorgeous.”

Also on the program are the last two movements of the Requiem

by Gabriel Fauré.

“I think it’s my absolute favourite requiem,” said Guidone,

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n Director Steve Guidone rehearses with the Northern Lights Chamber Choir, who will perform at St. Mary’s Anglican/United Church at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22.

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The Columbia Shuswap Regional District has prepared the 2015 Guidone is proud of March 8 concert in northernlightschamparcel tax roll as required by Section 203 of the Community Charter. The parcel tax roll lists the parcels eligible to be taxed his choir which, for the Salmon Arm. berchoir.ca, Acorn Mufor the following services and will be available for inspection most part, has many Northern Lights sic, from choir memcommencing February 23, 2015: of the same members performs at 2:30 p.m. bers or at the door.

Electoral Area B Electoral Area D since Northern Lights Sunday, Feb. 22 at St. Next year’s season • Galena Shores Waterworks • Falkland Waterworks was formed.

Mary’s Anglican Unit- starts in October and • Trout Lake Electric Electoral Area E “There are a lot of ed Church in Sorrento. auditions will occur afthe same people, but Salmon Arm perfor- ter this concert season.

Electoral Area C • Area E Liquid Waste Management their skills have grown; mances take place on If you are interested in • Cedar Heights Waterworks Electoral Area F it’s amazing how they Thursday, March 5 at joining, call or leave • Eagle Bay Estates Waterworks • Anglemont Waterworks have learned new 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Steve a message at things and how quick- March 8 at 2:30 p.m. at 250-832-4103.

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• South Shuswap Liquid Waste • Seymour Arm Liquid Waste “It’s quite something Salmon Arm Management Management to have a choir like this Minor Baseball • Waverly Park Water Users • St Ives Street Lighting in a town this size.”

Association Loan Guidone says he is very proud to be diThe parcel tax roll may be viewed at the Columbia Shuswap SALMON ARM MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION REGISTRATION Regional District office, 781 Marine Park Drive NE, Salmon Arm recting such a talented www.salmonarmbaseball.com BC, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and Calling all baseball players born group.

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SAMBA is also looking for an reasons: take advantage of last years rates, new will also perform in rates goyoung into effect March 1, 2015.

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1. there is an error or omission respecting a name or address Something Someregistration forms can be accessed on the on the parcel tax roll; thing New. Salmon Arm Minor Baseball Association 2. there is an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a Jaeden Izik-Dzurko (SAMBA) Website: salmonarmbaseball. parcel; com or picked up from the customer will play J. S. Bach’s 3. an exemption has been improperly allowed or disallowed. service desk at the Uptown Askew’s, they Prelude and Fugue Requests for an amendment to the parcel tax roll must be received are also sent to the schools. in Eb and the Poulenc in writing and received at the address below no later than 4:00 PM • If you are over 13 years old and want to Variations at the Feb. on Monday March 9, 2015. make money, sign up to be an umpire, 22 concert in Sorrento Jodi Kooistra, Manager of Financial Services (must take the umpire clinic, which will and in Salmon Arm on PH: 250 833-5907 jkooistra@csrd.bc.ca be offered beginning of April) March 5.

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A closer look at poverty SHUSWAP PASSION Jim Cooperman In addition to the fact that the “trickle down” effect from the bulging one percent economic theory does not work, other factors are resulting in what the indicators show to be an increasing level of poverty in the Shuswap.

Chief among these are government policies that make it increasingly more difficult for economically challenged individuals and families to get adequate financial assistance. Food banks are but a stopgap measure that relies on public generosity. Thankfully other solutions are being pioneered here, but more efforts are needed to successfully solve the problems.

Growing unemployment is certainly one of the factors behind the growing wealth gap in the Shuswap. Across Canada in January 2015 the rate for Canada was 6.6 per cent, for B.C. it was 5.6, in the Southern Interior it was 6.7, whereas one estimate for the Shuswap was pegged between 8 and 9 per cent. With recent layoffs in Sicamous and Salmon Arm at companies manufacturing portable housing and equipment for the Alberta oil industry, and

because many local oil patch workers are losing their jobs, this rate will likely increase.

A look at the local economy does show how more people are employed in lower wage, seasonal jobs here such as agriculture and sales than in the Lower Mainland, although fortunately the cost of living here is much lower.

And up until the last 10 years, the forest industry provided a high percentage of the jobs many that were well paid. Now many of these jobs have been lost to automation and declining timber supplies, as well as the loss of government oversight positions and a decline in silviculture.

As the food bank numbers show, underemployment is a growing problem, as the trend is for minimumwage jobs to be parttime without benefits and the minimum wage of $10.25 per hour is far less than what is considered to be a living wage of $16.70 per hour.

Although people rejoice over the lower priced goods now available at the new big-box store, it is ironic that most families could not survive on the store’s low wages and part-time hours. Typically, most families now require two wage earners, and sometimes more than one job for each wage earner, which can add greater stress and lead to more problems that require the help of social services.

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Centre executive director Patricia Thurston is frustrated by the lack of empathy within government and their growing efforts to reduce the number of those getting assistance by increasing red tape with only online and phone servicing, focusing on investigations and enforcement and denying help to those in dire need such as new mothers with no support. The centre itself only receives partial funding from the government and must rely on local organizations and businesses to help maintain its services.

One of the programs that Thurston has had great success with is their community kitchen program in Malakwa. Often lower-income families are trapped in the cycle of eating only higher priced, but less nutritious processed foods because many of them never acquired the skills of cooking healthy food using fresh, wholesome ingredients.

They teach families how to shop local and buy organic ingredients to cook primarily vegetarian meals that also save them money.

Every participant, including the children, contributes to the planning, preparing and cooking and then sits down to enjoy the taste of real food. They are now partnering with the Shuswap Food Action Co-op to incorporate community gardening and gleaning into the program.

They are also hoping to

expand the program to Salmon Arm, but without government help they are dependent upon grants and community support.

Real long-term solutions to address the impacts of increasing levels of inequality can only come from the provincial and federal governments. Governments need to increase minimum wage and the level of assistance for those people who require it due to disability, old age, or other issues. A guaranteed minimum income would be one solution that other countries offer. Yet the trend continues to move in the opposite direction, such as the decision to raise the retirement age to 67. Keeping people in the workforce longer will only lessen the jobs available for those starting out, which is evident now, as the unemployment rate for those under the age of 24 is over 10 percent.

Locally, more efforts to provide skilltraining opportunities would help.

Of course, finding new companies to set up in the Shuswap is an important ongoing effort, but one that must compete with every other community in the country. And as I have suggested in the past, attracting more retired people to move here and bring their discretionary income that does help create more jobs would build on an already booming trend, given that the Shuswap offers one of the best places in the province to live.

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Healthy Environments Make us Healthier People Human health is connected to the environment. We require specific conditions in order to thrive on our planet. These include clean air, fresh water, food, fuel, protection from UV radiation, and a relatively stable climate. These conditions are known as ecological determinants of health. When these determinants are threatened, our health is too.

Now you might be thinking “that’s a no-brainer – everyone knows that” but have you ever wondered how you as one individual can influence such large global issues?

I find it helps to think of two levels: personal health and global health. Both are important and we can make changes that improve both levels either sepa-

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You could make a personal level health goal like walking for an hour on Saturday mornings with the dog. Walking regularly is proven to reduce your risk of chronic diseases. You could also make a global health goal, like moving closer to your place of work so that you don’t need to drive to work. When you drive less often your fossil fuel consumption decreases and that helps improve air quality. You can also combine personal and global goals for maximum impact. Setting a goal like biking to work three days a week is good for your body, your wallet, and the planet!

We can start small and work our way up to larger actions. Try buying honey

from a local, environmentally-minded bee keeper instead of buying imported sweeteners. Starting to compost at home helps reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. Xeriscaping our properties reduces water usage. We can also encourage larger change by advocating for policies and programs that help protect our environment such as initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

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No butts about it! Smoke free outdoor bylaws protect communities Enjoying a summer picnic at a local park recently, I was surprised to see someone toss their cigarette butt into the long grass at the edge of the road as they left. Grumbling, a fellow picnicker collected the butt from the grass and doused it. “I don’t know why smoking is allowed in this park,” she said, pointing up to the tinder-dry forest stretching up the mountainside. “On a hot day like this, the whole place could go up in flames.”

It’s true - smoke free public places protect more than our health; they also reduce the risk of wildfire. Cigarettes cause fires every year in B.C., many starting in the interface between communities and surrounding areas.

Residents of the B.C. Interior became attuned to the risk of interface fires during the 2003 fire season. That year, fires destroyed 334 homes and businesses and forced the evacuation of 45,000 people. Although lightning was

the major cause of the wildfires that year, smoker’s materials were also a significant contributor. In fact, a discarded cigarette ignited the McClure fire near Barriere, destroying 72 homes and nine businesses including the major employer in the area. Cigarettes continue to be a top cause of fire in the province, but we can change that.

One important way to reduce the risk of fire between communities and forested areas is to prohibit smoking in local parks and trails. Community trail systems are often located on the perimeter of the community, close to dry forests and grassland. Parks are also vulnerable to fire in hot summer weather. Park and trail users who smoke may not be aware of the damage their discarded cigarette can cause. Local governments can reduce fire risk with a smoke free outdoor bylaw that protects these vulnerable areas and the community.

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Mayes represented Canada at the 23rd annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum in Quito, Ecuador.

Delegates discussed a range of issues, including the ongoing fight against Ebola in West Africa.

Mayes highlighted the $110 million the federal government has committed to support health, humanitarian, and security interventions both at home and abroad to address Ebola.

He added that Canada’s response has also included donations of equipment, specialized research, the development of an experimental vaccine and the deployment of Canadian Forces medical personnel.

Mayes also spoke of the need for the international community to “take stock of the broader policy issues that have been raised by the Ebola crisis” such as the need for “effective early warning and response systems, improved co-ordination of international and national responses” and how to

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Parent Information Meetings for French Immersion Programs Please note there is new registration practice for both EARLY and LATE immersion. Please read carefully!

To find out more about French Immersion opportunities in our schools, and to possibly register your child for French Immersion, it is essential to attend the information meeting which pertains to your student!

The meetings will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at École Élémentaire Bastion Elementary (early immersion) and L’École Intermédiare Shuswap Middle School (late immersion).

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Sibling Enrolment. District practice provides opportunity for

pre-registration of students who already have siblings in the French Immersion Programs. Sibling registration forms will be mailed directly to all parents/guardians of students enrolled in French Immersion programs and must be completed and received at School District No. 83, by 4 p.m. Friday, February 20th, 2015.

Please Note: Transportation to and from the French Immersion programs is the responsibility of the parent. It may be possible to ride the bus but it is not an absolute.

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Stand up against bullying…

• Aggressive behaviours • Contemplating, attempting, or committing suicide Dangers for Children and Adolescents Who Bully Others: • Not knowing the difference between right and wrong • Delinquency and substance use • Academic problems and increased school dropout rate • Aggression • Sexual harassment and dating aggression • Gang involvement and criminal adulthood • Difficulties in their relationships with others • Being bullied at the hands of others

On Wednesday, February 25th, 2015 be sure to wear your Pink Shirt Day t-shirt and say ENOUGH to bullying! This special day takes place in schools, workplaces, and neighbourhoods across the nation, and features individuals like you bringing awareness to the cause. The goal of the Pink Shirt Day campaign is to raise $300,000 to fund local anti-bullying programs and you can be a part of this amazing campaign!

Bullying and Cyberbullying Bullying Bullying happens when there is an imbalance of power; where someone purposely and repeatedly says or does hurtful things to someone else. Bullying can occur one on one or in a group(s) of people. There are many different forms of bullying: ◼ Physical bullying (using your body or objects to cause harm): includes hitting, punching, kicking, spitting or breaking someone else’s belongings. ◼ Verbal bullying (using words to hurt someone): includes name calling, put-downs, threats and teasing. ◼ Social bullying (using your friends and relationships to hurt someone): includes spreading rumours, gossiping, excluding others from a group or making

others look foolish or unintelligent. This form of bullying is most common among girls (Canadian Children’s Rights Council).

Cyberbullying Cyberbullying involves the use of communication technologies such as the Internet, social networking sites, websites, email, text messaging and instant messaging to repeatedly intimidate or harass others.

Cyberbullying includes: • Sending mean or threatening emails or text/ instant messages.

• Posting embarrassing photos of someone online.

• Creating a website to make fun of others.

• Pretending to be someone by using their name.

• Tricking someone into revealing personal or embarrassing information and sending it to others.

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Bullying and the Law Bullying can be a traumatic experience, and some forms of bullying can even be considered illegal. These include: • Threats - whether done face to face, online, over the phone or through text messaging.

• Assaults - including pushing, tripping, slapping, hitting or spitting.

• Theft of personal items - like a backpack, books, electronic devices, etc.

• Harassment - repeated tormenting online, with texts, phone calls and/or emails.

• Sexual Exploitation sharing videos or photos with nudity of people under 18.

• Hate crime - bullying based on ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, etc.

For all of these criminal offences, it is important to notify your local police detachment or report it to CYBERTIP.CA. Based on the available information, police will decide if an investigation is warranted and whether charges may be laid.

What You Can Do Youth If you are a victim of bullying • Walk away or leave the online conversation.

• Keep track of the bullying (write it down and/or save a screenshot of the online message).

• Tell a trusted adult. If you don’t trust anyone or need to speak with someone urgently, contact the confidential and toll-free Kids Help Phone.

• Report the bullying to school administrators.

• Report criminal offences, such as threats, assaults and sexual exploitation to the local police detachment.

• Report unwanted text messages to your telephone service provider.

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Over time, youth who are bullied or bully others find their own ways of dealing with it. While some victims/bullies may become depressed and begin to withdraw socially, others react aggressively and turn to violence.

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Cyber-bullying is not a problem exclusive to the teen world, however, as 8% of adults themselves claim to have experienced it— and incidence increases to 12% among those whom we have classified as “heavy” social media users (those who use Facebook or Twitter at least once a day). Those in the 18-34 year old category are also substantially more likely to report being cyber-bullied (15%) than those in other age groups (7% for 35-54 year olds, and 4% among 55+).

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somewhat oppose (16%) the change. Almost one in four (23%) are unsure on their position towards this issue.

Although the incidence of cyber-bullying has hit alarming numbers of 23%, it still pales in comparison to the fact that the majority (58%) of parents say their teens have been victims of “traditional” bullying.

Results of the poll show that BC residents believe a collective effort from individuals, educators, law enforcement and government should play a role in countering cyberbullying. The vast majority of adults believe that it is parents who should be taking a primary role in countering cyber-bullying, and 60% of adults believe teens should take on a primary role— an attitude that is shared among both parents of teens and non-parents. Nearly half of BC residents (48%) feel that individuals should take the primary role. A smaller number of adults feel that the public school system (40%), police (32%), and media (30%) should take a primary role, but a large minority believe these organizations should play second-

ary roles (35%, 35%, and 27%, respectively).

The relatively new social phenomenon of cyberbullying is driven by the relatively large number of British Columbians engaged in social media activities. Currently, 46% of adults use Facebook on a daily basis, a figure that increases to 64% among 18-34 year olds, and 50% of 35-44 year olds (daily Facebook use is reported by 29% of the 55+ age group). Daily Facebook use is also disproportionately higher among BC adults with teens living in the household (58%) vs. those without teens (43%). On average, 11% of British Columbians use Facebook weekly, 11% monthly, and 27% use it less often than that (about 5% don’t know).

Women continue to dominate the Facebook space, with 53% being daily users, vs. 38% of men.

Daily usage of Twitter is currently 16% on average — but dramatically higher among the 18-34 year old group (37%), dropping off to 15% among 35-54’s, and only 4% among 55+. Other social media platforms (such as Instagram, LinkedIn, Flickr, etc.)

have increased to the point where 10% of the current population report daily usage.

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n Bus driver Leigh Pollard, happy bus pass owner Kim Bramble, Rotarian Bill Sauer, Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo and Rotarian Carl Flatman gather to present Bramble with her new $10 bus pass subsidized by the Rotary at $35 per pass for qualifying seniors and people with disabilities. About 60 people have applied for the pass.

elected band councillor for the Adams Lake Indian Band and as president of the Adams Lake Band Development Corporation.

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Cannon, Jules join IH board Interior Health is has announced the appointment of Diane Jules and Deborah Cannon to its board of directors.

Jules, who hails from Chase, has been president of the Sexqeltkemc Ltd. Partnership since 2010.

Previously, she served four terms as an

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A former City of Salmon Arm councillor, she served as the city representative for a number of community groups or committees, including Community in Blooms, Shuswap Tourism, Economic Development and the Downtown College Campus Committee.

Allan comes to us from Salmon Arm where he was born and raised and then gained much of his sales experience starting at a very early age. Allan took Business Administration and Marketing at OUC and went on to have a few different sales jobs including marine and RV sales, and then Financial Services Manager and Sales Manager at Canmore Chrysler. In 2013, Allan and his wife moved back to Salmon Arm where they had their son Evan, Salmon Arm’s 2014 New Year Baby! He and his family just completed the move to Kamloops and are very happy to now call Kamloops home. Allan looks forward to helping you with the purchase of your next Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter, Smart car or one of our many luxury pre-owned vehicles and wants to welcome you to visit our dealership at 695C Laval Crescent – next to Zimmer Wheaton GMC Buick.

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Village of Chase Request For Proposals #1-15 Provision of Caretaker Services for Village Facilities rick koch photo

n Chase Heat’s Tyler Mork races through traffic, avoiding the check by the 100 Mile House Wranglers. Chase would break a 1-1 tie late in the third period, beating the Wranglers 3-1. Chase will now face the 100 Mile House squad in a rematch from last year’s first round of the playoffs.

Heat head for playoffs

By Scott Koch contributor

The Heat wrapped up the regular season this past weekend, finishing second in the Doug Birk’s Division to claim home-ice advantage in the KIJHL first round.

In the highly competitive division, Chase finished 10 points behind the leading Kamloops Storm, but with 58 points, one up on third-place 100 Mile House Wranglers and three up on the fourth place Sicamous Eagles.

First-round opponents in the best of seven series starting Fri-

day, Feb. 20 are the Wranglers from 100 Mile House.

The Heat split the weekend, starting with a critical contest on Friday the 13th at home against the Wranglers. No scoring in the first but in the second Cody Hodges on the power play from Trevor Okino and Chad Wilde got Chase on the board. The Wranglers got that one back with a power-play marker of their own. In the third, the Heat took over, scoring twice – Okino from Kaleb Boyle and Wilde on the power play and then Travis Beaubien assisted by Wesley Matsuda

blasted the black rubber disk to put icing on the cake. It was a hard-fought 3 – 1 victory for the home side with Nic Bruyere going the distance in net.

In a meaningless game for the Heat on Valentine’s Day Saturday the 14th in Revelstoke the Grizzlies won 4 – 1. Chase got their lone digit late in the second from Zachary Fournier assisted

by Matsuda and Hodges. Fournier played well, earning the away star, while Daniel Toews stopped 50 of 54 shots he faced. OpporSee Playoffs on page 24

The Village of Chase is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified proponents for the provision of caretaker services for some of the Village owned facilities for a two-year contract term.

RFP documents are available on the Village website at www.chasebc.ca, by emailing a request to dco@chasebc.ca, or a hard copy can be collected from the Village office.

Completed proposals must be received in a sealed envelope and labelled: RFP #1-15 - Provision of Caretaker Services by 4:00pm Monday, February 23rd, 2015 at: Village of Chase 826 Okanagan Avenue PO Box 440 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Attn. Deputy Corporate Officer Any and all inquiries regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing by mail to the address above or by email for attention of: Tammi Pretty Deputy Corporate Officer dco@chasebc.ca The Village of Chase reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, modify the terms of the proposal at any time, to waive defects in any proposal document and to accept the proposal which it may consider to be in the best interests of the Village. The lowest cost proposal or any proposal will not necessarily be accepted.

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Houseboat trial paused

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n Susan Waters of Chase lets the ball fly during ladies team action at the North Okanagan ‘B’ Intercity Championship held at Village Lanes Fun Center on Feb. 7.

The trial of a man accused in a fatal 2010 Shuswap Lake boat crash will resume Monday, Feb. 23 after a seven-day break.

Concerns from the defence lawyer representing Leon Reinbrecht, who is charged with criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm, led to the delay of the trial in Kamloops. It began Feb. 10 but was adjourned the next day.

The charges stem from the crash on July 3, 2010 that killed Ken Brown, who was at the helm of the houseboat.

The Crown alleges Reinbrecht was speeding around the lake in the dark prior to the crash.

Defence lawyer Joe Doyle said he needs time to review new evidence that has been collected by police as

recently as last week.

“Clearly, things have come up in Crown interviews that haven’t otherwise been disclosed,” Doyle said. “It’s not in accordance with justice and it’s not in accordance with a fair trial. I know Mr. Reinbrecht is not entitled to a perfect trial, but he is entitled to a fair trial.”

Doyle’s issues arose on the first day of trial, when a witness mentioned two boats taking evasive action as Reinbrecht’s vessel allegedly zig-zagged across Shuswap Lake.

Doyle said he had never heard anything about that particular piece of evidence.

Crown prosecutor Neil Flanagan said he’s been doing his best to keep Doyle in the loop as he conducts pre-trial interviews with witnesses, noting he did

not consider the mention of the two boats to be a new piece of evidence.

B.C. Supreme Court Justice Sheri Donegan agreed to put the trial off until Feb. 23, with the possibility of adding more time in March.

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Playoffs start tonight in Chase tunity knocked for four associate players who got into the lineup while some regulars received the night off in preparation for the first round.

Playoff dates: •Friday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. in Chase; •Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. in Chase; •Monday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. in 100 Mile

House; •Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in 100 Mile House; (if necessary) •Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. in Chase; •Friday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. in 100 Mile House; •Saturday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. in Chase.

Ice chips: Captain Kaleb Boyle finishes his regular season career with 47 power-play goals in 146 games

played. That is the alltime KIJHL record for power-play markers!

Local hockey star Cody Hodges led team scoring with 28 goals, 31 assists for 59 points – good enough for 12th place in KIJHL scoring. Boyle finished 22nd with 52 points and Trevor Okino 48th with 42 points. The Heat finished the regular season tops in special teams.

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Buy and sell with Antique Dealers and Collectors from throughout the Interior.

Over 15,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space!

Adult General Admission: $3.00

Phone the Vernon Museum at 250-542-3142 for more information

NOTICE OF A MAINTENANCE POWER OUTAGE - PRITCHARD AREA EAST OF KAMLOOPS INCLUDING CHASE BC Hydro will be making electrical system improvements in the Pritchard area East of Kamloops, including Chase, from February 5 to March 1, 2015. To ensure the safety of our work crews, it will be necessary to interrupt electrical service at each location for approximately 20 minutes. Working hours will be from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: Trans Canada Highway and Highway 97 East of Kamloops to Chase, including all side roads. Duck Range Road, Martin Prairie Road, Stoney Plans Road.

Pritchard area. Chief Neskonlith Drive, Chief WM Pierish Drive, Shuswap Chase Creek Road. Chase town site on both sides of the Thompson River, East of Chase to Jade Mountain on the Trans Canada Highway, Shuswap Road, Loakin Bear Creek, Neskonlith Lake and all side roads.

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n Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone, Chase Mayor Rick Berrigan and OkanaganShuswap MP Colin Mayes cut the ribbon during the grand opening of the Chase Water Treatment Plant at 625 Mill Rd. on Friday, Feb. 13.

Feb. 28, Pasta Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m., adults $10, children 10 and under, $5; banner presentation 7 p.m.; silent auction and live apron auction to follow, Chase Community Hall, tickets available from candidates, royalty, People’s Food & Drugs, Safety Mart Foods and at the door.

Chase Royal Canadian Legion, Meat Draw, 2 p.m., Feb. 28, also Zone Darts - sign up at 9 a.m.; Giant Crib on March 1, 10:45 a.m.

For info, call 250-6793536.

Pig and Whistle, Britiain or Bust on Thursday, March 5 at

Lakeview Community Centre, 7703 SquilazAnglemont Rd., Anglemont. Tickets at SuperValu, Scotch Creek, Ross Creek Store, Magna Bay, online at www. lakeviewcoummunity centresociety.com or call Lorrie at 250-9550835.

The Chase Curling Rink will be having its next Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, March 8, 9 to 11 a.m. – all you can eat pancakes, sausages, eggs, orange juice, coffee/tea for $7.

All proceeds continue to go directly to help pay bills for the struggling curling club.

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Taoist Tai Chi, Chase Community Hall, Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., Thursdays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call Judy at 250-679-5425.

Celista Coffee House, North Shuswap Community Hall, third Friday of the month, runs to May, doors open 7 p.m., open mike 7:30 to 9 p.m., feature bands to follow.

Chase Creekside for seniors, Monday, snooker, 1 p.m. For more info, call Sharon at 250-679-1183.

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Bring back play

n Rylee Nunn, left, jumps through a hula hoop held by ParticipAction volunteer Emily Beazley at Centenoka Park Mall on Friday, Feb. 13. ParticipAction set up the Bring Back Play booth at Centenoka Park Mall, encouraging kids to be active and put down electronics.

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Mayor Nancy Cooper spoke of her admiration for the Dead Poets Society movie and character John Keating, who quoted poet Walt Whitman – as she did in council chambers. She said when she taught at the college she too liked to do things differently.

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During Unplug and Play Week, Salmon Arm council did its bit for literacy.

Council members chose a short piece to read aloud in council chambers.

Their selections were as varied as there are ways to promote literacy.

Coun. Ken Jamieson’s selection was to read a poem by Mary

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, was the selection of Coun. Louise Wallace Richmond.

Coun. Kevin Flynn read part of an article from one of the local newspapers regarding what a stress and strain on resources a bomb threat in a school brings.

Coun. Alan Harrison used an overhead projector to read King of the Playground by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, a book he said he

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Oliver, The Summer Day. Coun. Chad Eliason’s choice was How to Ruin Your Life, by Ben Stein, to which he added the disclaimer that “it has nothing to do with my life.”

Coun. Tim Lavery read a short poem by Ogden Nash, A Word to Husbands, noting with a smile he thinks it’s applicable to politicians too.

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Petition seeks to up standards for seniors

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MARKET NEWS STAFF

Judy Galley’s conscience was bothering her, so she decided to do something about it.

Her discomfort began years ago when her aging parents were living in a facility in Kelowna.

“I saw that people were neglected, not because the staff were cruel or unkind, but because of staff shortages.

My father would be left sitting in a common area for hours despite the fact that sitting for long periods was intensely painful for him, simply because the staff were so busy,” she said.

“Our family was able to make sure not a day went by without someone there, but not everyone is so lucky.”

Her parents have since died, but since then she saw and heard of similar situations in care facilities in the Interior and around the province and decided it was time to take action.

Now she is starting a public petition looking for people to support government regulations that would increase the staffing levels in seniors care homes across B.C. “I can’t stand it anymore. I can’t stand not doing anything when I could be capable of making a change. I

have the time now, so I’m going to try,” she said.

Judy Galley Galley started researching the issue, looking at reports made

by B.C.’s ombudsman and the Lisensing Act regulations. She found many of the ombudsman’s recommendations have been ignored.

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My youngest daughter is a milk addict.

At about 10 to seven every night, she stops whatever she is doing, walks to the kitchen, points at the fridge, and chants, “mah, mah, mah” until someone comes to deliver her milk.

Somehow, milk time is part of her biological clock.

In fact, to Ayla, “Mama” does not refer to myself, her mother, but any adult who will heat her up some delicious, fatty milk.

She then proceeds to

chug the milk, say “all done,” throw the bottle on the floor, and is ready for bed. We brush her teeth, put her in her crib and she is ready to sleep. No songs, no stories, just milk.

As a dietitian, I think milk is a great source of vitamin D, calcium and protein for my child, but also worry that it may displace other solid foods. What are the recommendations for infants and milk?

Homogenized (3.25 per cent) cow’s milk can be introduced at nine to 12 months, once a child is eating a variety of iron-rich foods like fortified infant cereal, meat and meat alternatives.

Introducing milk too early can be hard on the gut and may displace some of these important iron-rich foods.

Limit cow’s milk to no more than 750 ml (three cups) a day. Too much cow’s milk has been identified as the most common risk factor for severe anemia in young children. It is often the culprit in children who do not

“As a dietitian, I think milk is a great source of vitamin D, calcium and protein for my child, but also worry that it may displace other solid foods.” want to eat solid foods.

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Unflavoured, fullfat, fortified soy milk can be offered occasionally as a complementary food, in addition to breast milk or cow milk as the main milk source.

Using an open cup is one strategy to reduce milk consumption.

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LIM, WILLIAM (YOW) February 28, 1929 - February 8, 2015 William (Bill) Lim passed away suddenly at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm on February 8, 2015. He was a quiet, unassuming man who never complained about anything.

Bill is predeceased by his mother, Flora and brother, Hugh. He is survived by his younger brother Glenn, Surrey, BC; nieces, Linda (Edward) Prevost, Enderby BC, Sharen (Ken) Bakke, Solon, Ohio and Robin Lim of North Vancouver, B.C; nephew, Jeffrey of North Vancouver, BC; former wife, Margaret (Sidney) McLain; stepchildren, Patrick Gear, Salmon Arm, BC, Terry (John) Booker, Edmonton, AB, Donna Gear, Westlock, AB, and Yvonne (Jeff) Johnson, Mara, BC; 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Services for Bill were held at the Sicamous United Church, 705 Trans Canada Highway, Saturday, February 14th at 1:00 p.m. A friendship tea followed.

Online condolences can be sent through Bill’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

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WAYNE ERIC WAGNER Died Feb 10, 2015, at Sicamous, BC at the Age 58 years.

Taken to Soon, Greatly Missed Wayne is survived by his siblings, Larry, Chris, Edie (Wes), Mike (Dawn) and Joeann (Grant), as well as many nieces and nephews.

Wayne was born in Vancouver BC on March 29, 1956 to Ed and Amy Wagner.

He moved to the Shuswap in 1971 and made Sicamous his home. He was a licensed marine mechanic with 30 years of experience in the houseboat industry. The last 20 years he had worked at Twin Anchors, where he had made many friends. Wayne liked to tinker and always had a project on the go, whether it be working on a quad, car or his latest project, his pontoon boat. He was an avid reader and was always learning new things.

A memorial service will be held in at the Sicamous Bible Church, 224 Kappel Street, at 11:00 am, Feb 28th. with a social to follow.

Online condolences can be sent through Wayne’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm. LYONS, ARLIE JEAN (nee WELSH) Arlie passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2015 at the age of 84 years with family at her side. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Sid; her children Nonie (Greg), Ron (Anne), Donna and Les (Darquise); and grandchildren Jonathan, Alaina, Jenny and Erica; her sister Mary and brother Doug (Dolores).

She was predeceased by her parents Donald and Ruby Welsh; sister Betty and brother-in-law Howard.

Arlie was born on June 24, 1930 and grew up on the family farm in the Kinistino area of Sask. She married Sid on Oct 9th, 1953. Their married life led them to Lloydminster, SK and then to Okotoks, AB where they ranched for about 4 years. In 1970, they moved to the Chase area settling in Adams Lake and in 1976, they bought their home in Chase.

Arlie loved gardening and it wasn’t long until the front lawn turned into the biggest vegetable patch on 2nd Avenue. She was always a hard worker and spent many hours at the kitchen sink canning and washing her bounty of vegetables. Arlie was an accomplished golfer and bowler and enjoyed baking (especially her special birthday cakes), making puzzles and was always up for a game of cards. She also enjoyed knitting with her “stitch” group and knit many “Arlie sweaters” for the new babies of friends and family. If any relatives wanted to know anything about the family it was always “ask auntie Arlie” as she spent many hours researching and recording the family history. She loved two stepping, waltzing and doing the “Saskatchewan Polka” to the old time dance music. She made many wonderful and long-lasting friendships over the years.

Respecting Arlie’s wishes, no service will be held.

The family will gather for a celebration of Arlie’s life later this year. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends.

We wish to thank the staff from Chase Primary Health, RIH, Ponderosa and Overlander for their compassionate care and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to www.heartandstroke.com.

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LINUS GEIER August 12, 1923 - February 8, 2015 Regrettably at the age of 91 Linus passed away at Hillside Village.

He is survived by his children Robert (Dianne) Geier, Monika Geier, Rudolf (Shelley) Geier, five grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Born in Germany he served in the German army during WWII. Linus along with his wife Anna immigrated to Canada in 1951 to start a new life in Winnipeg. Becoming a welder, he joined the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Lodge 555 in 1957. Later transferring to Boilermakers Lodge 359 in BC when he moved his family to Salmon Arm in 1971. While starting a small cherry and raspberry farm in Salmon Arm he worked and remained a member of the Boilermakers union for 57 years.

A proud Canadian, he loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting and often said he moved to the best country in the world. A memorial service will be held at Bowers on Monday, February 23rd, at 2pm.

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

LATIMER, SUSAN CONSTANCE 1946 – 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Susan Latimer. Surrounded by love, Susan left us on February 2, 2015 at the age of 68 years. She is survived by her children Debbie (Doug), Richard (Karen), Curtis (Gwen), Michael and Kate (Brian) and her siblings Fiona, Robert (Cheryl) and Terry (David). Let’s not forget the grandchildren: Justin, Shaylee, Otto, Jenna, Liam, Aidan, Ashley, Jessee, Ty and Paxton along with four great grand kids.

Susan worked for the school district for close to 30 years. Besides her children, her job was her greatest achievement. Working as a certified education assistant and lunch hour supervisor allowed her to hold court and what better place to do that than in the hallway or cafeteria of a high school. The kids called her grandma Susan and she cherished being part of their lives.

Susan loved to shop – a lot! Family members tried to avoid at all cost, being dragged around on one of her excursions. She knew everyone and she stopped to talk to them all. She could spend an hour in Safeway and only buy a few items.

A strong union supporter, Susan served for many years on the local CUPE executive and attended many conferences as their representative. For many years, she was on the negotiating team for the CUPE collective agreement. She joked that the school board office management would hide under their desks when they saw her coming up the stairs.

If there was a cause, she’d be there – you could count on her. Susan lived to help people – in every aspect of her life. She loved her kids, her grand kids and great grand kids with all her heart. She was happiest in their presence.

Susan’s family would like to thank the 4th floor nursing staff and the staff at Bastion Place for their compassionate, loving care.

In lieu of flowers, donations for a bursary for underprivileged kids in Susan’s name would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be sent to School District #83, Please include on cheque memo line “Susan Latimer Bursary”.

A celebration of life will be held at Salmon Arm Secondary School, Jackson Campus, on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 1:00 pm in the gymnasium.

Courage, my friends; ‘tis not too late to build a better world…. Tommy Douglas Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Susan through her obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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ANNA “MARIAN” GRAHAM 1922 - 2015 Marian Graham was born December 16, 1922 in Insinger, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully at Piccadilly Care Home in Salmon Arm on February 5, 2015.

Marian was predeceased by her parents, John & Rosie Copan; her first husband, Earle Russell Tighe and second husband, John Henry Graham; infant daughter, Valerie Marie Tighe; and siblings, William Copan, Steve Copan, Gordon Copan, and Elsie Pawchuk.

She is survived by her children, Teresa (Jack) Andrews, Gail (Dale) Mason, and Tom Tighe; stepdaughters, Anne Arnason, Evelyn (Ken) Koole, Marge (Vern) Bennett and Lorraine (Steve) Sears; 2 grandchildren; 9 step grandchildren; 11 great step grandchildren and 4 great great step grandchildren.

Marian’s family wishes to thank Piccadilly Care Centre, Eagle Valley Manor and Dr. Beech for their compassionate care.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service in Sicamous this spring, the date, time and location is to be announced.

Online condolences may be sent through Marian’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com PATTERSON - MARGARET JEAN (LEONARD) July 26, 1944 - February 11, 2015 Our precious and beautiful mother, wife and friend passed away peacefully surrounded in love with her family by her side at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital on Wednesday, February 11, 2015.

With an unwavering positive spirit, Marg bravely faced recent health issues that were beyond her control ending a difficult journey with profound dignity and quiet grace.

She was affectionately known as Margie to her devoted husband and best friend of 28 years, Gregg and their beloved dog Oakley of Blind Bay BC and was an amazing mother to her children: Bradley Baker of Calgary AB, Loretta Baker of Kamloops BC, Wendy Baker of Fort St. John BC and Cindy Patterson of Crossfield AB. She is also the beloved sister to Kenneth Leonard of Kelowna BC and “Grandma Gregg” to her loving grandchildren: James, Brittni and Nichole Baker and Brent and Scott Leonard. Several other extended family and her many dear friends will fondly remember her. Margaret was born in Montreal to parents Arthur (2002) and Elsie (2014) Leonard. She proudly raised her family on her own in Calgary where she lived most of her life and was a responsible and dedicated employee of Mobil Oil, The Royal Bank and Telus. Marg was never happier until she met and married Gregg. Together with their dog Oakley she semi-retired to Blind Bay where she enjoyed establishing a beautiful and comfortable home for the three of them. She gave always of herself without complaining, asking very little in return. Always together, the three of them enjoyed many road trips in their holiday trailer and their work around the house and yard. Although we cannot imagine our world without her now, we are content and at peace knowing how very lovely she was and how much she loved us all.

A special and sincere thank you to the doctors and nursing staff at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital who gently guided us and tenderly cared for Marg, as well our many friends who have expressed loving sentiments - your kindness is greatly appreciated and will never be forgotten.

An informal Celebration of Marg’s Life was held in the Family Centre of Springfield Funeral Home, Kelowna BC on Tuesday, February 17, 2015.

Interment at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Kelowna BC. Goodbye, TTYL and see you again soon forever loved.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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HALL, WAYNE STANLEY Sept. 25, 1935 - Feb. 7, 2015 With heavy hearts we announce the passing on Feb. 7, of Wayne after a lengthy battle with heart related issues.

He leaves his close companion Betty and son Steve, sister Joy and extended family Sandra, Kellie, Eileen and Steven, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends from R.C.H. in New Westminster.

Thank you to the fabulous team of medical professions who helped over the years to enhance his life: First Responders, paramedics, hospital staff, community care hospice and palliative staff in Salmon Arm, as well as Dr. Welder & Peggy. Special thanks to Dr. Smylie at the Vernon Pace Clinic for their special bond with Wayne. Thank you to all at Bastion Place. Last but not least Munro’s Pharmacy staff in Sorrento. We are truly humbled.

No service by request.

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

BARTMAN, RALPH ALFRED Ralph passed away peacefully on Feb 10, 2015 in Salmon Arm General Hospital, with family by his side.

He will always be remembered by his loving wife, Tina of 64 yrs, son Russ (Cathy), daughter Sheila (Ernie), son Bryan, daughterin-law Sharron.

Seven grandchildren Dave (Tracey), Deanna (Chad), Brad (Krista), Kelleigh (Brad), Lauren, Sage and Toni, 6 great grandchildren, sisters Hazel and Dorothy, brother Don (Mary), extended family and many wonderful friends.

Ralph was predeceased by his son Bruce in 1985 and brothers Karl and Howard.

Born at home on Oct 6, 1922 in Pollockville, AB Ralph moved to BC as a young man and worked at various jobs along the way; painter, carpenter, drywaller, owner of the Snack Bar, Mutual Life Agent, mill worker and was a founding member of Bart’s Minute Muffler. Ralph was a member of the Kinsmen and played an important part in the installation of the fountain at McGuire Lake. Ralph and Tina enjoyed many trips in their motorhome over the years.

A gifted woodworker, there wasn’t anything that Ralph couldn’t build or fix. We will remember him for his great sense of humor and his love of dancing and music.

Ralph was a generous soul, always helping out wherever he could.

We are so thankful that Dad had a long, healthy and productive life. We will miss him dearly.

Thank you to the Shuswap Lodge, Dr. Levins, Dr. McLellan and the nurses at SLGH for their compassionate care.

A Celebration of Ralph’s life will be held on Mar 31, 2015 at 1 pm at the Salmon Arm (Fifth Avenue) Seniors Activity Centre, 170 - 5th Ave. SE, Salmon Arm, BC. Cremation has taken place.

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

Announcements

Lost & Found LOST automatic car starter fob on Monday 9 Feb in Salmon Arm. Reward if found (250)679-1158 LOST or stolen 1 silver plastic hub cap that snaps over wheel rim of a Mazda (250)804-2882 LOST: Set of keys with a Dodge fob key, mail keys, etc.

Sat. Feb 7 somewhere in the downtown area (250)517-0037 Wheelbarrow, multi color, pipe handles, 10th & 4th Ave. SE area. (250) 832-6857 Reward

Sports & Recreation HUNTING Firearms Safety courses. C.O.R.E. & P.A.L. required for Hunting/Firearms Licences. Call Trevor Holmes at (250)832-4105 www.huntingandfirearms.com

Employment Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training.

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

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.

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

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

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Help Wanted 2 part time janitorial positions.

Afternoon/night & weekend shifts. Experience beneficial but not necessary, will train.

Must work well both independently and as part of a team and be comfortable working with the public. Resumes, including references, can be emailed to lori@piccadillymall.com or drop off to the Piccadilly Mall Administration Office by March 11.

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Caretakers needed for remote ski lodge, North/East of Sicamous, best suits a retired couple,2 weeks in, 2 weeks out. April-Oct. Send resume to nick@mustangpowder.com Community Health Nurse sought in Port Hardy, BC. Request job description or apply to marie.hunt@kwakiutl.bc.ca

by Feb 22. Competitive salary offered. Tel. 250-949-6625

EXPERIENCED Care Worker for 2 day shifts per/wk, private home, Tappen area, nonsmoker, $18/hr. to start, (250)835-0145 ask for Gwen

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LOCAL business is looking for an experienced Travel Consultant. Resumes by email ONLY: Jeh8085@hotmail.com PT MERCHANDISER wanted for retail visits. Hourly rate negotiable. Send resumes to: resumes@ devrew.com

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DOYLE, MARLENE JOAN 1946 - 2015

To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Appleyard NE 54 papers -Auto Rd. 12 St. SE 69 pp -20th & Auto Rd 65 pp CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131

SMALL ENG/SAW/OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED. Exp required. Wage/benefits negotiable. ShopRite Marine/Logging, Port McNeill, BC Send resume to: crosback@telus.net

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ASH, ARNOLD In the early morning hours of January 31st, 2015, Arnold laid down his earthly burden and passed to his Heavenly Father.

Arnold was born in Revelstoke, BC on January 15, 1941, to Margit Lucia and A.R. “Jim” Ash. He was predeceased by his mother in 1961, and his father in 1969. He leaves to mourn his sister, Margo and brother-in-law, Glen Pederson; nephew, Ron (Theresa) Pederson; niece, Roxanne (Lou) Nisk; and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Arnold lived at home in Revelstoke and Vancouver, then moved on to several different places of care.

In Langley, at Linden Lodge with Ann and Gordon Anderson, they formed a small choir. His fondest memory was “to sing for the Queen” when she visited Vancouver and walked by them and stopped to say a few words.

He moved to Salmon Arm and lived with Judy and Ray Liebholz, making more friends, especially Rosie. He went to “Seniors” meetings, where he read to Lillian every day.

Arnold moved to Joy and Cliff Eliason’s Family Care Home in Salmon Arm, where he lived with “family” and friends. He went on his only trip to Alberta with Joy and Cliff and saw “big mountains”.

He enjoyed going to church on Sunday with Joy and meeting everyone.

He moved to Bastion Place in 2009, where a short stay became a long one and he met wonderful caregivers: Kathy, who made him feel welcome; Bobbi, who took him for a ride in a car with no roof; Vanessa, who invented pleasant ways for him to take his medicine; Shelley and Jennifer, who looked after recreation and so much more; and Jeremy, who was with him from the beginning to the end.

So many others looked after him and made sure all his calendars were turned to the proper month and made sure he was as comfortable as possible.

There will be a celebration of Arnold’s life later this spring.

Online condolences can be sent through Arnold’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

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It is with deep sadness and shock the family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister Marlene, who passed away at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital on January 26, 2015 after an undiagnosed agonizing ordeal.

“Mom” was born in Calgary, AB on December 16, 1946, third child in a family of eight, and moved to the Shuswap in 1973 with husband John Doyle, her parents and a sister.

Predeceased by her loving husband John (August 23, 2006), her father John Monaghan (May 3, 1988) and her mother Helen Monaghan (September 11, 2007) Marlene is survived by her loving son Blair Doyle and daughter-in-law April Burnstick, two beautiful grandchildren Demika and Lucas and her faithful, loving and devoted companions Suki & Murphy all of Salmon Arm. Marlene is also survived by her sister Corrina Monaghan and numerous other siblings and extended family throughout British Columbia and Alberta.

Mom worked for Canada Post in Calgary and in Salmon Arm for several years and after her son was born, she spent many hours assisting teachers and students alike at the school in Sorrento.

Marlene enjoyed going to garage sales and collecting a vast array of different “treasures”. She was known for her wonderful personality, smiling eyes, good nature and awesome sense of humour and wit. She was a devoted, faithful friend and confidant to many and will be sadly missed by all.

As per “Mom’s” request, a private cremation was held at Fischer’s Crematorium on Friday January 30, 2015 and a Celebration of Life is scheduled for Saturday February 28, 2015 at 12 noon, please join us and share your memories of Marlene with us at Fischer’s Funeral Services.

The family wishes to thank Nurses Margaret, Leanne and Eileen for their compassion and attempt to comfort “Our Mom”, even though no one was able to diagnose and treat her illness in time.

If family or friends so desire, donations may be made in Memory of Marlene Joan Doyle, to the Canadian Cancer Society, PO Box 3451, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4S2. ***Together at Last, Painfree and at Peace*** Email condolences and share memories of Marlene through her obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com

CAREGIVERS

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED

Dengarry Professional Services Ltd.

RECEPTIONISTS

Drop Zone Weight Loss in Salmon Arm is looking for 1 F/T or or 2 P/T Receptionists. You are organized, friendly & outgoing with excellent communication skills.

If you sincerely want to make a difference in someone’s life, we want to hear from you.

Deliver your resume in person to: Drop Zone Weight Loss 681-Marine Park Dr or email: connect @wemakeadifference.ca

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COX, HAROLD ERNEST 1924 - 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Ernest Cox, born April 26, 1924, in East York Township, York County, Ontario.

Harold passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital on Friday evening, February 6, 2015, after a brief battle with Congestive Heart Failure. Harold, a long time Salmon Arm resident, is survived by his wife Mae, his six children, eleven grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

Harold grew up years in Hines Creek, Alberta, where he spent a lot of time in the bush, working trap lines. In 1950, Harold moved to Celista, British Columbia, working as a Cat driver and in local mills. In 1952, he married Mae, and shortly afterwards moved to Salmon Arm. Harold spent 31 years working for the City of Salmon Arm, ending as the foreman of the roads department Harold had a great sense of adventure and love of the outdoors, enjoyed falling trees, gathering fire wood, and burning wood in his wood stove.

He was also an avid gardener. In addition, one of Harold’s greatest joys in life was his family. He lived his life in a patient and caring way, demonstrating what it means to sacrifice your own desires for those you love. Harold also had a great sense of humour, and was no stranger to practical jokes.

A man of strong faith, Harold lived his convictions on a daily basis. He died assured of his salvation through Jesus Christ.

The family wishes to say a special thank you to Dr. Stacey Kirkman, whose expertise, friendship, and humour eased the medical challenges of the last few years. He made going to doctor’s office fun. Thanks for everything, Stacey. You have our deepest appreciation.

A memorial service will be held for Harold on Friday, February 20, 2:00 pm at the SASCU Recreation Centre, with a tea to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.

Harold Cox – loving husband, patient father, extraordinary grandfather, faithful friend. We can’t help but miss you.

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

is seeking caregivers for 24hr. support within the caregivers hm. of individuals with mental / physical / developmental disabilities.

Basement suites and / or accessible housing an asset.

Contact Kristine at (1)250-554-7900 for more detail.

HOME SHARE PROVIDERS Wanted. Share your home and your time providing support to adults with disabilities in Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby, Salmon Arm, Lumby & Lavington areas.

Home assessment and/or training will be provided. Please send expression of interest letter to - Attention Home Share Coordinator at Kindale Developmental Association, PO Box 94, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0, Fax 250546-3053 or email to: kindale@kindale.net. Website is: www.kindale.net.

NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP IN PLEASE

Professional/ Management FOREST MATTERS Forestry Consulting in Sorrento BC has a position for a Forest Technician conducting Silviculture Surveys and Planting contract administration. Full time seasonal employment with competitive wages.

Preferred qualifications include accredited silviculture surveyor with experience with Survey Wizard, GPS and Tree Planting.

Proficient with Excel/Word.

Send resume/letter to derek.w@telus.net. Only successful candidates contacted.

Trades, Technical QUALIFIED Siding Installer.

Experience with Hardi & vinyl siding. Must have truck, tools & valid driver’s license. Competitive rates and benefit plan to right person. Apply in person to NOR Renovations @ 6230 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon with resume or fax resume to 250-558-3933

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Landscaping FRUIT tree & ornamental shrub pruning & spraying, yard clean up, etc. 15 yrs. exp. fully insured, certified WCB, reasonable rates (250)515-0971 HOOK Tender available for tree climbing on my days off or while fire rating is high (250)253-7702

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Serving and caring for families in our community since 1947.

Whether you’re considering pre-planning or have lost a loved one, you can trust our professional and friendly team to support you with meaningful grief services. We provide individualized funeral, memorial and celebration of life services, as well as grief counselling and an aftercare program.

For more information and the answers to many frequently asked questions, visit us online at: Dave Wallensteen, Funeral Director

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Maintenance Services

Full Time Employment Opportunity in Salmon Arm Fast paced Medical Supply Store is expanding to Salmon Arm. We require a reliable, highly responsible individual to oversee day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following primary areas: • Knowledge of medical supplies and equipment • Retail Sales • Must be able to work independently • Must possess exceptional communication and organizational skills • Preference will be given to those who have experience in ostomy supplies and compression garments.

Send resume with cover letter, including salary expectations, to Box 18 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5.

Only those qualified candidates will be contacted.

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

*OPLM (KTPUPZ[YH[P]L 6MÄJLY Nakusp is a vibrant community of approximately 1600 residents and it services an additional 5000 from surrounding communities. The Village offers amenities of a much larger centre.

The Village of Nakusp has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Administrative Officer. Responsible for the direct overall planning, coordination and control of the activities and business affairs of the Village, the CAO will lead staff in the fulfillment of all duties related to the Village’s operations. The CAO will provide effective advice and support to the Mayor and Council in developing and implementing policies and strategies that address the economic, social and environmental needs of the Village.

If you are an accomplished local government leader with a combination of education and experience in providing effective customer service in a small municipality and are known for your strong management and interpersonal skills, this position may interest you. If you have any questions about the CAO role in Nakusp or would like more information about the community, please feel free to contact Linda Tynan, CAO at 250-265-3689 or email at Ltynan@nakusp.com.

Applications including a cover letter must be sent by email only to hr@nakusp.com by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 4:30 pm.

Applications will be acknowledged when received. For a full posting for the position, please see the Village website at www.nakusp.com The Village of Nakusp thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

Help Wanted

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PARKING lot, street sweeping/washing. Bobcat with broom & water truck. Fully insured, WCB coverage. Contract or hourly (250)515-0971

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Services

Services

Merchandise for Sale

Misc Services

Misc Services

Garage Sales

Gutter & roof debris cleaning. Starting at $125. Moss removal & spray. Shuswap Window Cleaning. 250-833-2533 SNOW REMOVAL Driveways, Parking Lots.

Shuswap Pro Roofing.

(250)833-7523

Help Wanted

Home & Yard

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663

Miles’ Mobile Mechanical

Think Snow Full Time Pharmacy Assistant/Technician in our newest location, Uptown: To assist the Pharmacist in daily functions including but not limited to: filling prescriptions, computer processing & data entry, inventory and pharmacy supply ordering and management, general pharmacy housekeeping, prescription filing, report generation, cashier activities. For more information about this position, please visit our website under careers.

Farm Services

Farm Services

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.

• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

We Deliver

250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110 Garden & Lawn

Garden & Lawn

Maintenance & repairs to snow blowers, snowmobiles, quads & chainsaws MILES KENTEL

Cell 804-6869 • 30+ years locally

832-4213

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Firearms Hunter Training Course (C.O.R.E.) Downstairs at Chase Legion Mar. 14 & 15 8am-5pm Cost $140 includes manual, exams & BCWF Fee Pre-registration required Call Ivan: (1-250)679-2758 •

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Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449

Help Wanted

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Merchandise for Sale

Misc. Wanted Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local

Moving – We can’t wait until spring Huge Garage Sale Furniture, house hold items, antiques, art, hand and garden tools, power tools, workshop equipment, 2003 Tundra, 2013 Ford 150, trailers, 1999 Case 580, 1974 Massy 135, 2006 Polaris 6X6, 30’ Rockwood RV and even the house is for sale by owner.

10am to 4pm.

Feb. 21 & 22 and Feb 28 & Mar 1. 17 Twin Lakes Road, Enderby, BC

Musical Instruments BUNDY Alto Saxophone with hard case $500. obo (250)832-9256

Free Items CAT, neutered male needs a good home (250)833-4228

Real Estate

Heavy Duty Machinery

Commercial/ Industrial Property

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

Trades are welcome.

40’Containers under $2500!

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

Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator.

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LEASEHOLD Thai restaurant in Blind Bay for sale. Fully equipped with 48 person seating & liquor license. Located in multi-business mall or purchase all its asset’s. Vendor could finance. (250)804-6107

Houses For Sale CHASE 2-3bdrm fenced yard near playground, $190,000 237 Pine St (250)318-8896

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Misc. for Sale

LAKEVIEW LOT $118,000.

See Kijiji for pict & more info.

(250)835-8680

4 GOODYEAR car Winter tires.

205/65/R15 tread 6/32”on rims w hubs. $150.

(250)515-1620

Mortgages

5” dense double foam mattress. Excellent for camping or R.V. $75 o.b.o. (250)804-1186

TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

Best rate 5yr-2.84%OAC

Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca

Hide-a-bed $125. Loveseat $50. Both in good condition from non-smoking house. Call 250-832-2231.

Rates Consistently better than banks

(250)832-8766

Toll free 1-800-658-2345

MATCHING loveseat & chair $75. entertainment centre fits a 32”tv inside or 55”tv on top 52”h x 20”d x 59”w $150., chrome kitchen table w/4 chairs $125. 2 hand fuel pumps for fuel tidy tanks $75. ea (250)832-9256

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM. balcony apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $700/mo.(1-855)852-5660 1BDRM condo, Mar 1. priv. entr., mature adults, pet ok. $775 & hydro,1070 1st SE. (250)833-2129 1BDRM view, priv level entr., f/s, quiet pet ok, $830, avail.

Mar 1, 1070 1st SE 833-2129

SHUFFLEBOARD playmaster by national 14 feet also Treadmill- Pro form EKG (250)675-5024

Need more room?

Check out the Classifieds!

& 250-832-2131

Help Wanted

Misc. Wanted BUYING unwanted and/or broken jewelry. 250-864-3521 I’m searching for old fifty cent pieces! 250-864-3521 I want to buy the coins from your safety deposit box or safe! Todd - 250-864-3521

2 bdrm, level entry daylight bsmt suite, parking, W/D, small yard and storage shed, near bus, N/P, no drugs, pets considered, $800/mo, heat/hydro incl. 250-253-3715.

Excavating & Drainage

Excavating & Drainage

DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years.

• Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools

Full-Time Seasonal Employment Opportunities

**Shipping and Receiving Clerk** The Twin Anchors Houseboat Team is searching for a self-motivated, energetic individual to work in the shipping and receiving area of our operations. The successful candidate will have proven abilities in both mechanical and electrical fields, specifically relating to the marine industry. A minimum of three years experience with shipping and handling parts utilizing quality control systems is a requirement.

Above average computer skills and programs knowledge is mandatory. Knowledge of the houseboat industry, Mercury and Volvo parts is necessary.

Complete job description available upon request.

The position requires a good communicator and proven abilities in customer service and is responsible to the procurement officer. Lifting is a component of this position due to the nature of the parts and supplies dealt with on a daily basis.

This position is at our Sicamous operation, however does require the candidate to possess a valid driver’s license.Wages relative to experience and knowledge.

Applicants email resumes to dont@twinanchors.com Or fax to 250-836-4824 Attention Human Resources Manager.

Our website at: www.twinanchors.com, may provide more information to those interested. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Resumes must be received by midnight 27 Feb 2015.

www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2

250-832-0707

Pet Services

Pet Services

PET GROOMING With Michelle

Monday to Friday

All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs

Appointments necessary.

271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604

Home Improvements

Home Improvements

CARPENTER/HANDYMAN Available

Grumpy Old Man • Building Projects • Home Improvements • Repairs, Renovations • Too many years experience fixing old houses • Local References

250 833-5668

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Apt/Condo for Rent

Rentals

2 bedroom apt. ground floor quiet building, adult oriented, avail. Feb. 1, on bus route, walk to DT & hospital, heat/hot water incl., AC in suite, coin laundry, NS, NP, across from McGuire Lake in Salmon Arm $825/mo. plus ref’s & DD (250) 309-2254 (250)546-1970 (250)938-2043 3 BED apt. near Buckerfields for rent March 1st. Newly Reno’ed, non smoking property.

Small pet considered. $1200./mo + util. References mandatory (250) 804-8421

4BDRM, 1.5bath in town, $1200/mo + util., NS, pets neg. ref req. & proof of steady employment (250)833-9772 4bdrm, 3 bath older house in Enderby, avail March1, $1100. /mo. 1 (250)838-6630 CHASE: 2-3Brdm, fenced yard, avail. now, $1100/mo. refs. req’d. (250)679-3530

Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartment Close to town, family owned & operated.

Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Lake & Mountain views.

Available Apr. 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694

Homes for Rent

You Deserve the Home of Your Dreams

Suites, Lower

SORRENTO: Mobile Home beside Frankie’s Pizza, avail. for rent $650./mo + util.,refs & DD, NS (1-250)675-4104

1 Bdrm Bsmt suite. All appl, heat, air, Safe desirable location. Call 250-517-7460 or text for viewing. NS Some pets may be OK $775 avail. now 1BDRM suite close to Uptown Askews & high school incl. util, internet & tv, $750/mo., NS (250)804-0399 BRAND new legal executive suite 1 bdrm. 6 appliances.

Nat. Gas F/P. Ground level within newly built contemporary home. 630 sq. ft. of luxury. $900/mo + util. avail. March 1st. 740 4th ave. SE (250)4632063

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1BDRM home on fishing lake in Skimikin Valley. Long term, mature couple preferred, avail. immed. (250)679-3950 2 BED/2 BATH home in Tappen/Notch Hill. Country setting. W/D, DW, FS. $750. mth +DD & utlit. (250)679-5403 avail. immed.

3bdrm house with 2bdrm basement suite in Enderby, $1600, you may sublet basement suite. 1-250-804-3003 Malakwa-3bdrm home $700 +utils. 1-250-836-2928

3BDRM. townhome in Broadview Villas, close to shopping, rec centre, avail. immed., for inquiries NS,NP(250)804-0740

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Sport Utility Vehicle 93 Jeep Cherokee limited, V8, 180,000 km, plow electric lift 2 set of rim & tires, tow packages $4600. (250)548-3484

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

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On to BC championships larch Hills: More than 100 local skiers to compete.

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glide. This is a pair from Alysson Marshall’s quiver so I feel particularly privileged – and fast!

Salomon has a new ski out called the “skin” ski with a short patch of synthetic skin – very much like the old time mohair – inlaid under the foot.

Good for all conditions except ice.

Lots of selection out there.

Larch Hills Road up to the chalet/parking lot from Edgar Road is not in stellar shape.

With the recent thaw the road has become very soft past John’s Ski Shack and has very deep ruts which makes driving tricky. And the parking lot is extremely muddy.

Park near the chalet and you’ll be okay.

There is still lots of snow and with the recent colder weather the tracksetter has been able to get out and grind up the old snow and set new track.

What we need is some snow. With luck we’ll get some to round out our – now rather short – ski season.

Think snow!

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The Louisiana Hayride Show was a live radio show that ran from 1948 to 1960 and was broadcast from the Shreveport, Louisiana Municipal Auditorium. The show went out live over KWKH Radio every Saturday night all across North America and also to the Armed Forces overseas. It was instrumental in giving the start to such legendary giants as Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Jim Reeves and even Elvis Presley. Other notable artists appearing on the Louisiana Hayride stage included Patsy Cline, Roy Orbison, Ray Price, Marty Robbins, Hank Snow and many more Super Stars. The show you are about to see recreates that live iconic radio program complete with studio stage set, amazing tribute artists and live band. You will be transported back to a time when music was simple, words were understood and the sound was pleasant. This live music extravaganza will be a delight from start to finish. Come out and see this amazing and unique show.

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Thanks to the generosity of Black Press, 37 students from across BC will receive $5,000 to study business at the University of Victoria. That’s one student from every community Black Press serves.

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in on “the terrific Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet” or the ubiquitous “Do you know so-andso?”

While skiing at Callaghan, we got talking to a couple of fellows from Australia who had skied our loppet and encouraged us to come to Melbourne and ski their Worldloppet – the Kangaroo Hoppet Loppet. We just may do that – and we’ll now know folks there!

At the BC Midget Championships at Mount Washington the Feb. 7 weekend, the sea of ‘Larch Hills blue’ made evident the fact we had a large contingent of racers, coaches, waxers and hangers-on.

Although the snow and weather conditions were very challenging

– rain and rapidly disappearing snow pack, the Strathcona Club managed to put on a good event and fulfill the required distances, techniques, and various competitions.

We were proud to be sporting our Larch Hills team jackets as the Larch Hills race team pulled in one medal performance after the other.

Now on to the BC Championships this weekend at the Telemark trails in Kelowna.

One hundred and eight Larch Hills skiers will be competing with the goal of overall club champion at the end of the three-day event. All the best to the Larch Hills gang.

There is still lots of good skiing to be had in the Larch Hills.

The season may be winding down but it isn’t over yet. Waxless skis help make the season go longer.

This year I have been having great success with my “Zero” skis which are brilliant at zero degrees temp and warmer. With a ‘hairy’ section underfoot they give grip yet great

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Arriving at the Larch Hills parking lot last Saturday we were challenged to find a parking spot.

It was the annual Larch Hills Fun Day and all 150 Jackrabbits and 90 Race Team members were involved. Busy place!

Stations were set up around the stadium for the Jackrabbits and Bunnies to engage in fun events like biathlon – throwing bean bags at the target, and downhill skiing on a slope, over a small jump then through a hoop – a great test of balance.

All stations were manned by race team kids enthusiastically cheering on the younger set. Final stop was the bonfire where kids were roasting marshmallows. It was a brilliantly sunny, warm day – we couldn’t ask for a better ending to the Jackrabbit ski season.

Our Larch Hills jackets have been quite the conversation opener on our recent “travels with Vic” around B.C. Folks seem to know that Larch Hills is Salmon Arm and start

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THE SHUSWAP FILM FESTIVAL – presents its 26th annual

will be held at Carlin Hall. Coffee and goodies available. Come out and support local talent. Show starts at 7:30 p.m.

WEEKLY LESSONS & WORKSHOPS/JAMS FOR BLUEGRASS MUSIC – for acoustic instruments only, beginners/

intermediates, will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at Carlin Hall. For more information, call 250-835-2322.

SCRABBLE CLUB – meets Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. and 7

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, in Salmon Arm. Blizzard TreatsatGuest pianist is Jaeden Izik-Dzurko, guest soloist Hugh ®

Carter; Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 p.m., at St. Andrews International Film Festival, featuring 13 films, opening Presbyterian Church (by Bowling Alley). Guest soloist night gala, closing night festivities and prizes.

Buy Perfectly sized for two.Hugh Carter, guest pianist Andrew Stoney. Tickets and single tickets and passes at the door or at Wearabouts. more information available online at: Reserve tickets on the 24-hour line at 250-832-2294. northernlightschamberchoir.ca, from choir members, Enjoy a Reel Lunch at the public art allery from 11:30 Acorn Music (Salmon Arm) or at the door. a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday during the festival.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Support the Cans Film Festival by dropping off cans of food for the food bank at the theatre.

CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS – are looking for new volunteers for the highly popular Canada Day event.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Attend a meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Shuswap Daycare THE COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR WALK – takes place at 4 Centre. For more information, call 250-832-8261. p.m., with registration at the United Church Hall, open THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 ceremonies at city hall at 5 and walk at 5:15. Walkers get free coffee or hot chocolate at Starbucks and at the SHUSWAP GARDEN CLUB – meets at 7 p.m. at Scout Hall, 2460 Auto. Rd. Guest speaker will be Hermann Bruns from Wild Flight Farms.

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COUPLES DANCE – Wednesdays at 2 p.m. March 18 to

April 15, at the Seniors’ Fifth Avenue Activity Centre.

Review fox trot, waltz and jive, lead/follow – fun, not strict. Call Ann 250-8339585.

FREE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM –

begins March 2, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Fletcher Park Seniors’ Resource Centre, 320A - 2nd Ave. NE. No appointment necessary. This program is designed to help lowincome individuals of all ages complete their uncomplicated tax returns.

Canada Revenue Agency thresholds apply. For information, call 250-8327000.

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7 p.m. featuring guitarist Neil Fraser, Bill Lockie on bass and Brian Pratt-Johnson on drums, in the banquet room of Shuswap Chefs Restaurant, 551 Trans-Canada Highway.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is by donation.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27 FUNDRAISER AT FIRST UNITED CHURCH – with

The Great Plains, Darrel and Saskia, in concert. Come for lasagna dinner at 5:30 p.m., concert at 7. Contact First United Church 250832-3860 for tickets.

DAN FRECHETTE AND LAUREL THOMSEN – perform in concert at the Downtown Activity Centre library. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dan, originally from Manitoba, and Laurel, from Santa Cruz, California, will be promoting their second album New Disguise.

SHUSWAP FLY FISHERS –

meet every second Thursday of the month at Yan’s Restaurant at 6 p.m.

Supper, meeting, fishing report. For info., call Al at 250-832-0430.

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SINGLE MOMS DAY OUT – We would like to

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Sunday, Feb. 22 at St. Mary’s Anglican/United Church, Tickets are available online or at Intwined Fibre Arts, Sorrento. Guest pianist is Jaeden Izik-Dzurko, guest 81 Hudson Ave. NE or cash only at the door. soloist Hugh Carter; Thursday, March 5, at 7:30- p.m.

CLASSIC – runs to the end of March. Malick’s The Thin Red Line will be featured at 7:30 p.m. The films are open to the public. For more information, email Tim Walters at TWalters@okanagan.bc.ca.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 TOURISM SHUSWAP – presents Tourism is a Happy Thing,

at 5 p.m. at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. Licensed psychotherapist, bestseller author and professional speaker Fred Sarkari will speak on how perspective affects success. Sponsored by Community Futures of the Shuswap. Register: 250-833-5906.

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