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Artist paints positive message Crowe student’s creation unveiled on Pink Shirt Day BY LIZ BEVAN Times Staff

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J.L. Crowe counsellor Loretta Jones and student and artist Rachel Danczak show off the painting asking students to dig a little deeper when getting to know someone. The piece was hung in the school's atrium for all students to see and is part of a larger planned art installation at the school depicting the code of conduct in their own words.

A young artist at J.L. Crowe Secondary School has found a bright and colourful way to leave a lasting positive message for current and future students to see. Rachel Danzak, following in the footsteps of former students, put together a sizeable piece of art that tries to encourage students to look past rumours and hearsay to get to know an individual before making judgements. “The quote we chose was, 'Be curious, not judgemental,'” she said. “It is about not just listening to what other people say about someone, but instead just going up and talking to them and seeing what they are really like.” The piece was unveiled in the J.L. Crowe atrium on Wednesday morning at a schoolwide assembly to coincide with Pink Shirt Day – the national campaign against bullying in schools, at work and on the Internet. Before the art project became a reality, the young artist practised what she preaches and has even made new friends. “I have this one friend that I didn't really know before,” she said. “I had only heard what other people were saying about him, so I just went up and talked to him. I learned that he is really into cars and he is good at it too. See PRACTISING, Page 8

Coroner issues report on Warfield truck accident Rear trailer had no brake application due to kink in air line BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff

The investigation into a fatal accident in Warfield two years ago officially drew to a close last month following the release of the BC Coroner's final report. The Trail Times obtained a copy of the coroner’s conclusion this week, which identified the factors involved in the crash, which occured early afternoon on May 3, 2013. Truck driver Frederick Wayne Wilkinson, listed as a resident of Cornwall Ont., died of multiple traumatic injuries, after his loaded tractor trailer crashed

at the bottom of the Rossland Hill in Warfield. Coroner Janice Riley noted that an autopsy was not warranted to determine cause of death, but a subsequent toxicology screen detected no substances. While she classified the cause as accidental, Riley states that a damaged brake air line behind the glad hand bulkhead was a significant contributory factor in 52-year old's death. She notes in her January 2015 report that an RCMP forensic traffic re-constructionist determined that the rear trailer had no brake application because the air line was kinked behind the glad hand bulkhead. After that finding, the police reviewed the truck's maintenance records and found that the glad bulkhead was replaced

in January 2013. She concurs with the RCMP's conclusion that damage to the air brake line likely occurred at that time, but may not have been evident until warmer weather possibly kinked the plastic connector. Riley says that the area where the air line was located would not normally be accessed by an operator of the vehicle but would be examined during regular maintenance by a heavy duty mechanic. Wilkinson was an experienced Class 1 driver, but had only been employed for two weeks by Sutco Contracting Ltd., a Salmobased trucking company. The day of the accident, the truck was travelling down the Rossland Hill headed to Korpack Cement Products in Annable to deliver a full load of cement cinder blocks.

Glen Wakefield, Sutco's director of health and safety, told the Trail Times on Tuesday, that the company received the RCMP's traffic investigation information shortly after the accident. “From our end, there were two things we had to look at from this report,” explained Wakefield. “First, we had to track down where the vehicle was last serviced, so we went on that route. The secondary part of it, is that we had to investigate why the driver was not aware that the trailer was not braking.” He said Sutco reviewed the company's training policies to ensure driver training was adequate, up to date, and that all drivers were fully cognizant of their responsibilities. See RUNAWAY, Page 3

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Building makes room for Riverfront Centre, house to be demolished will clear space along river By Sheri Regnier Times Staff

Before the city can build one up, they have to tear a few old ones down. Trail council agreed to a $70,000 pre-budget approval during the Monday governance meeting, which will cover the demolition costs for a rundown building at 1525 Bay Ave. The city recently purchased the property which is adjacent to where the new integrated library/museum is slated to break ground next year. Demolishing the current structure on the site was deemed a high priority with the related costs considered to be part of the capital construction for the new Riverfront Centre. Prior to tendering the building's demolition, the city had an environmental assessment of the site. Through visual testing and sample analysis, asbestos was confirmed to be in the ducting, floor tiles, attic space and suspected to lie within the joints of the building's cast iron piping. Other hazardous materials include PCB's in the fluorescent light ballasts throughout the structure and mercury within the fluorescent light tubes. Under British Columbia's Health and Safety Regulations, all hazardous materials must be removed prior to the demolition. Grayhawk Industries, a Kelowna-based company that specializes in asbestos abatement, mercury spill clean up and PCB decontamination was awarded the job, which will cost close to $15,000. Council approved an additional $52,600 for demolition of the two structures, including foundations from the Eagles building, and subsequent site restoration. That contract has yet to be awarded. The procurement of additional square-footage prior

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The property on the front lot adjacent to the Riverfront Centre site, will be demolished making way for more space for the city’s new library-museum. to the facility's $6 million construction is considered a bonus because the building's conceptual design didn't fit the lot - the 18,000-square foot structure would have otherwise jutted onto Helena Street. Trail Mayor Mike Martin said the acquisition of the property was a timely opportunity given the added space that will become available for the Riverfront Centre. The city can now consider options such as building alignment, the development of additional parking, green space and depending on demand, potentially opening up commercial opportunities, like a coffee shop, within the facility. "Overall this property purchase aligns well with the city's mandate to move forward with Trail's economic development and the longterm sustainability of

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our entire region," Martin added. Another project Trail council green-lighted on Monday as a pre-budget capital cost for the pipe bridge construction, was demolition of the last remaining home on Riverside Avenue. The city recently purchased that property after an alleged drunk driver plowed his truck into the home last summer, causing damage to the foundation. “Removal of the home will open up this entire area for use as a park,” Larry Abenante, Trail's public works manager said to council. “And also provide a route for interceptor sewer from the old Trail Bridge to the new pedestrian bridge.” Prior to seeking demolition quotes, the city had the residence assessed for hazardous material.

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Cement asbestos was found in the home's exterior siding boards, vinyl flooring, attic space and suspected within the cast iron sanitary pipes. Grayhawk Industries was awarded the contract for $22,000, which includes proper removal of thermostats containing mercury, a PCB light ballast and 'ozonedepleting substances' found in three old refrigerators. Once the hazardous components are removed, the regional fire services will demolish the house as a fire practise. A further $11,500 has been earmarked for clean up, foundation removal and site restoration costs. The new bridge will be tendered within the next two months. Actual construction is expected to begin in September, and conclude in early 2016.

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Warfield Youth forum on Sunday Grapevine is a public service provided by the Trail Times and is not a guaranteed submission. For full list of events visit trailtimes.ca. Music • Saturday, St. Andrew's Church in Trail, 7:30 p.m. for performance by Darrel & Saskia. Blend of celtic, folk and gospel. Tickets $10 advance or $12 at the door. Call Jennifer Sirges at 368. 6666 for info. • Sunday, Trail United Church, 2 p.m. performance by country singer/songwriter and guitarist Stephen Palmer. Coffee and tea to follow. Tickets $15. Call 368.3225 for info. Other • Friday, Webster School gym at 6:30 p.m. for Benefits of Dance. An evening of dance featuring Steps Dance Company and special guests, to benefit Webster's Parent Advisory Council's intermediate playground project. Concession available. Tickets, $10 family, adult $5, children $3, available at the door or contact WebsterPAC@ gmail.com. • Friday, Charles Bailey Theatre at 7:30 p.m., E2 Experiments in Entertainment presents Little Moths. Hosted Events & Happenings by Almeda Glenn in the Lower Columbia Miller, storytellers from across the valley will frighten, delight and enlighten with authentic stories from our region. Call the box office at 368.9669 or visit trail-arts.com. • Sunday, Warfield Community Hall from 4-6 p.m. for the Warfield Youth Forum. Ages 12 to 19 invited to have a say in village happenings and plan for the future. For information contact Diane Langman at 368.6836 or email diane.langman@warfield.ca. Gallery • VISAC Gallery showing exhibition by Jerry and Kate Enewold. The Thrums couple brings varied talents in silver and beaded jewelry, paintings, carved masks and doors. Visit visacgallery. com for details. Film • Sunday, Royal Theatre at 4:30 p.m. Sunday Cinema presents Citizenfour. Winner of the 2014 Oscar for Best Documentary, details how the documentary filmmaker Laura Poitras became one of the first reporters to be contacted by Edward Snowden, the infamous whistleblower. Upcoming • March 6, Charles Bailey Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Black Productions presents Hedwig and the Angry Inch. A musical comedy that tells the story of a fictional rock bank, fronted by Hedwig, a singer who survived a botched sex change operation. • March 7, Rossland Miners Hall 7:30 p.m.,the Rossland Council for Arts and Culture presents Hungarian vocalist Noémi Kiss and classical guitarist Rita Deane in a concert. Includes a wide repertoire from early classical to contemporary. Tickets $20, available in advance at Out of The Cellar (Rossland) and at the Charles Bailey Theatre box office. To submit an item for Grapevine email newsroom@trailtimes.ca

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The May 2013 crash in Warfield claimed the life of the truck driver. The BC Coroner’s Office released its final report this week.

Runaway lanes and road in good condition at time of crash FROM PAGE 1 “Part of the due diligence of a brake check is to check your wheels, see if your hubs are hot, the tires are all inflated, there’s air coming through to the system and that the whole unit is braking properly,” said Wakefield. “Number two is that in the cab there are air gauges. That will tell you how much air you are using every time you make a brake application. “If, for example, I was using only five pounds of air when I should be using 10, I would start looking to see what was going on.”

ings correspond to witness statements describing flames and smoke coming from the brakes on the first trailer prior to the collision. “The RCMP forensic collision re-constructionist states in his report that ‘it is evident that mechanical failure of the commercial vehicle was a significant contribution factor in this collision,’” Riley added. She notes the two runaway lanes available to drivers traveling down the highway toward the village, and that the road was in good repair with a dry, bare sur-

face. Wilkinson was driving a 2012 Cascadia Freightliner pulling a super B flatdeck unit loaded with cement blocks when he lost control, crossed the highway, rolled over once and came to rest on an unoccupied parked pickup truck in the westbound ditch. The pickup truck had been in use by three village workers who were working in the immediate area but were able to avoid serious injury by seeking cover when another vehicle’s air horn was used to warn them.

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Anglers pack hall looking for answers to fish decline By Bill MetcalfE Nelson Star

There may be many unanswered questions about the declining fish stocks in Kootenay Lake, but one thing is certain: residents are alarmed about it. About 300 people packed the Balfour Hall on Monday night to discuss the problem with staff from the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resources. The meeting followed a call for government action by a number of groups including the British Columbia Wildlife Federation and the West Arm Outdoors Club. The ministry staff at the Balfour meeting seemed a bit taken aback by the large

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Wakefield maintains that if the driver had identified that air wasn’t getting to the back trailer, then the company would have told him to stop. “But we were never informed that there were any problems, and in our close proximity, we would have had a service truck out there immediately,” he added. Another observation the RCMP forensic team reported was that the truck and lead trailer break linings showed evidence of extreme heat exposure, causing the brakes to malfunction. Those find-

turnout, cautioning people at the beginning of the meeting to be respectful with their questions, apparently fearing a verbal attack. But they needn’t have worried. The dozens of polite questions reflected a roomful of knowledgeable, thoughtful, experienced residents committed to the lake and the fish. The questions were about predator-prey relationships, spawning numbers, habitat protection and restoration, research gaps, community involvement, nutrient restoration, the dollar value of the fishery, water temperatures, climate change, re-stocking, the IH1 virus, the role of the federal government, the

effects of the dams, funding for restoration, and more. “People do have the capacity to understand technical decisions,” said Josh Smienk, who organized the meeting for the Balfour and District Business and Historical Association. “People want to know why decisions are made. It is so personal for them. It is their own backyard. “The people were not just from around here. There were people from Trail, Creston, the north end of the lake. The mayor of Kaslo and the directors from Areas A and D were here. The turnout shows how important this issue is to the people who live around this lake.”

The government officials, headed by biologist Jeff Burrows, responded to questions with charts, graphs, and historical details. They often admitted they didn’t know the answers to some of the hard questions. But one concrete change is proposed. Starting in April the ministry expects to lower the catch quota for kokanee from 15 to zero per day, and increase the quota for rainbow trout from two to four per day, to balance predatorprey ratios. Burrows said these changes have the assent of the Kootenay fish regulations advisory committee, a local stakeholder group.

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Provincial

Universities don’t need lobbyists, minister says

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VICTORIA – When Andrew Wilkinson started the year in his new job as advanced education minister, he knew B.C. universities hired lobbyists to pitch expansion plans to government. Wilkinson was one of those lobbyists in his role as a lawyer in private practice, before being elected MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena

in 2013. Under attack for the second day in question period at the B.C. legislature, Wilkinson said Tuesday the practice of universities hiring expensive consultants to speak to the government that funds and regulates them should come to an end. “It’s been abundantly clear since I took this role that access to my ministry and to me is unlimited for

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Thank You JL Crowe Grad Valentine Dinner & Dance Fundraiser We would like to acknowledge and thank all of the merchants and contributors who helped make our event a great success The 2015 Grad Valentine Dinner Committee & 2015 Graduating Class. AM Ford A.R. Thomson Group Bear Country Kitchen Bella Tire Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel Big Red Cats BY Communications Canada Safeway Casa Di Cioccolato Challenger Auto Detailing City of Trail Colander Restaurant Columbia Glass Country Roads General Store Crystal Briggeman (Stella & Dot) D.G. Park & Associates Doell Photo Doreen’s Balloon Creations Dr. Jillian Sibbald EZ Rock Radio Feather Your Nest Ferraro Foods Fresh Restaurant Fruitvale Pharmacy Gord McMartin and Just As You Like It Catering Home Hardware Building Centre Joanna Linardis John Livingston Photography Judy Griffiths Notary Public Kootenay Insurance Services Kootenay Savings Credit Union

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all the institutions,” Wilkinson told the legislature. He said he will advise all B.C. post-secondary institutions that they don’t need lobbyists, but as independent institutions it will be up to them to decide. On Monday, opposition critics produced records showing Kwantlen Polytechnic University had paid consultant Mark Jiles $177,000 for “relationship building” with the government over several years. Jiles also worked on executive compensation for Kwantlen, where school officials were paid unreported bonuses that broke government salary caps. That controversy led to Wilkinson switching cabinet jobs with Surrey-Tynehead MLA Amrik Virk, who was involved in the overpayments as a member of the Kwantlen board. The cabinet shuffle

took place quietly in December, after emails surfaced that contradicted Virk’s claims he was not involved in the overpayments. On Monday, NDP advanced education critic Kathy Corrigan described Jiles’ compensation as “$15,000 a handshake.” On Tuesday, NDP leader John Horgan went further. “The $177,000 to Mr. Jiles translated into a $50,000 contribution to the B.C. Liberal Party from Mr. Jiles,” Horgan told the legislature. “The minister [Wilkinson] lobbied for Simon Fraser University. Is the minister okay with $50,000 coming from the public back to the B.C. Liberal Party?” Corrigan said Tuesday a similar arrangement saw lobbyist and “Liberal insider” Don Stickney paid $75,000 by Vancouver Community College.

The Corporation of the Village of Warfield The Warfield Pool is now hiring seasonal Pool Staff for the 2015 season These positions are available: Head Lifeguard: The successful candidate must be an experienced, organized, mature, competent, dynamic leader, and team player; who will be responsible in aiding the Pool Manager with the daily operation of the Pool and provide leadership to the Pool Staff. Starts May to August. The following qualifications are a MUST: Pool Operator 1, NLS, WSI, CPR-C, Standard First Aid, LSI. Senior Guard: The successful candidates will work under the supervision of the Pool Manager from midMay to August; show leadership to the Junior Guards; teach lessons; while providing a safe, enjoyable environment to the customers. The following qualifications are a MUST and are current: NLS, WSI, CRP-C, and Standard First Aid. Junior Guard: The successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain valuable Life Guarding experience under the watchful eyes of the Manager and Senior Staff from mid-June to August. The following qualifications are a must and are current: NLS, WSI, CRP-C, and Standard First Aid. Slide Attendant: The successful candidates must be self-motivated, who can work independently and as a team player under the supervision of the Pool Manager; while be responsible for the waterslide from mid-June – August. The following qualifications are a must and are current: 16 years old, Bronze Cross, CRP-C, and Standard First Aid. Cashier: The successful candidate must be reliable, self-motivated, is polite, knows how to handle money, can multitask; can work independently and as a team player under the supervision of the Pool Manager from June – August. The following qualifications are an asset: 16 years old, and holds a current Standard First Aid, CRP-C certificate. The Summer Student Application Form can be found on the Village’s website: warfield.ca. Send your resume, a completed V of W Job Application with copies of all certifications, to the Village of Warfield, 555 Schofield Highway, Trail, B. C. V1R 2G7; by Fax: 250-368-9354; by Email: recreation@shawlink.ca. Deadline: March 20, 2015.

Environmental groups say wolf cull doesn’t protect caribou THE CANADIAN PRESS VICTORIA - A coalition of 60 environmental groups has sent the B.C. government an open letter supporting a petition that demands it stop killing wolves. More than 173,000 people from all over the world signed the online plea saying that shooting wolves in two regions in B.C.’s Interior - one in the northeast and one along its border with Idaho will not protect shrinking caribou herds. The government says it plans to have hunters shoot as many

as 184 wolves from helicopters this year. Petition backers and letter signatories Pacific Wild and The Valahalla Wilderness Society argue that human encroachment is threatening caribou, not wolves. They say limits to mining, snowmobiling and backcountry skiing would be a better way to grow the herds. The provincial government plans to continue culling wolves by sterilizing and shooting them for four more years.

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Council waves golf club’s rent, creates task force By Alex Cooper

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Revelstoke council agreed to waive the golf club’s outstanding rent and sign a new lease with the club that would see it go rent free for the next two years while a task force works towards a plan for the course’s future. “I don’t see any point in burdening them with a lease they can’t pay because I would rather them do what they have been doing, which is paying down their debt,” said mayor Mark McKee during Tuesday’s council meeting. “What’s the point of collecting money they can’t afford, then have them pay less down on their debt, or have the debt increasing?” The Revelstoke Golf Club leases the golf course from the city. According to a staff report, the Revelstoke Golf Club has not paid its rent for the past year and owes the city about $43,000, including taxes and interest. The golf club made the request as it works to deal with its finances. There was some hesitation to the request, with councillor Connie Brothers saying she was concerned

about eliminating future rent. “I think it has to be limited to a certain period of time and we can review it then,” she said. Her suggestion was seconded by coun. Gary Sulz. “I understand the point of writing off the rent because they don’t have any money and I’m for us not beating a dead horse,” he said, adding the agreement should be short-term. “We cannot continue to write off their financial obligations.” McKee proposed an amendment so the next lease would only be for two years. It was passed unanimously by council. The decision to waive the club’s rent was followed by a vote to establish a task force that would create a long-term sustainable plan for the club. The task force would be expected to develop a 10-year capital improvement plan for the club, make recommendations for future priorities, investigate ways to ensure the club is sustainable, help the club develop community partnerships and provide regular reports to council regarding maintenance issues.

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THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - Veterans Affairs Minister Erin O’Toole is urging the Senate to pass a government bill fasttracking wounded ex-soldiers into federal jobs, saying an ongoing reorganization will address the concerns of military watchdogs. O’Toole’s comments come as the Harper government signals it is looking to see what can be done for reservists who are finding not all of their military pension will count towards their eventual civil service retirement. O’Toole, who replaced Julian Fantino at the helm of the embattled department in early January, has been busy putting out political fires. They’ve ranged from the question of converting pension time - which the minister describes as “a specific and small situation” for parttime members - to the pointed concerns of Canadian Forces ombudsman Gary Walbourne, who says Veterans Affairs should not be passing judgment on whether a soldier’s discharge was medically justified. Walbourne - with the qualified support of the veterans ombudsman - said that determination should be made by National Defence, which is the agency that decides a

THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO - A Toronto police officer whose tweet about a mysterious tunnel found in the city went viral says he hopes the lighthearted appeal will stir up tips for investigators. Staff Sgt. Chris Boddy drew international attention Tuesday with his tweet: “If you built a tunnel near Rexall Centre in #Toronto give us a call, k?” The tongue-in-cheek message was shared by thousands on social media and was also featured in newscasts in Canada and abroad. The 24-year veteran of the Toronto police force, who followed news of the tunnel’s discovery despite being on a weeklong break from work, said he thinks the message resonated with people because they “don’t expect to see that from a cop.” “Cops are just people too but we wear a uniform - that’s kind of one of my goals in using social media, to remind people of that and to keep it real,” he said. It’s not the first time Boddy’s tweets have thrust him in the spotlight. A back-to-school tweet encouraging students to reach out to kids eating alone in the cafeteria made the rounds after it was shared by U.S. talk show host Katie Couric in 2013. “Dear Students: If you see a kid eating alone in the cafe, say hello and join him/ her,” read the tweet. Another message, this time about a stuffed animal found at Toronto’s Pearson airport, was retweeted hundreds of times and eventually led to the toy’s five-year-old owner. So far, no one has stepped up to claim the tunnel as a result of the tweet but Boddy said he hopes his friendly tone will reassure whoever is responsible that it’s OK to come forward. Police have made it clear there is no indication of criminal activity related to the bunker found last month near a Pan Am Games venue near York University, he said. “I’d love for us to talk next week and say, ‘Yeah, somebody came forward as a result of seeing that tweet’ and it was who knows what, a university prank or whatever.” IL

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ur weekend news feeds were supposed to be distracted by other things: how people in eastern North America were supposed to find their neighbours buried under two metres of snow; how to spend quality time with family on the long weekends, with our February snow melting all around us. Instead, we were instructed to watch what we say in front of the television. Who, in their right minds, would buy a TV set that can listen in to your private conversations and have them transcribed by software owned by an unknown third party? Canadians, apparently. So-called ‘smart televisions’ have a microphone either built into the screen itself or onto the remote control, theoretically so that couch-potato owners would not even need to exercise their thumbs to raise the volume, change the channel or find another reality show on cable. Just continue reclining and say: “More Honey Boo Boo!” What could be more convenient? But it’s still early years

for voice-recognition technology, so researchers need to listen in on what people actually say, so the algorithms can learn to deduce what you mean. Maybe you thought you said “Duck Dynasty” but what came out was “Overthrow the government!” That, we are told, is why groups like Nuance Communications Inc. needs to hear what Canadians say when the wrong team scores a goal in a hockey game. Hint: if you wouldn’t say it in front of your mother, why say it in front of a digital eavesdropper? The TV people say they just want to serve us better. They will not be coaxed or coerced by any government’s secret police into passing these conversations along to their transcribers, to be filtered through their algorithms. Nor can these devices be hacked. Please, don’t worry your little head about that. Couldn’t happen. The technology may be in its infant days, but it’s rock solid, foolproof. Just the same, best never to say your credit card number out loud. Samsung is one manu-

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facturer of such technology, LG is another. Both companies were put on the media defensive over the weekend when people realized the Orwellian potential of such a device. Myself, I wonder if Prime Minister Stephen Harper has. Giving CSIS access to remote-control of the microphone switch in such a TV would be right up the dark alley his Bill C-51 would create. That was another thing we weren’t supposed to be concerned about over the weekend. According to the news coverage, Bill C-51 effectively frees CSIS, the subterranean arm of the RCMP, from official government oversight. They will be allowed to arrest you and hold you

without having to charge you with anything. They will be able to secretly monitor not only your crazy blog, but they can listen in on your phone calls and read your emails. In other words, Bill C-51 will create Canada’s version of the KGB. That’s all to protect us, says Harper. If not communists, there are ISIL extremists hiding under our beds, and our national security agency needs the tools to find them. The trouble, of course, is that these very tools undermine the same freedoms the terrorists would destroy in all the places they control (not that any of the countries ISIL wants to overthrow are all that free right now). But a few nut-case attacks here and there in truly free countries like ours can create conditions where people will give up their freedoms willingly. Seems to already have happened. With Bill C-51, we will have two enemies, not one. And both want the power to control what we think and what we say. I neither tweet nor Facebook. A while back, I joined LinkedIn in order

to contact someone to arrange an interview, and now I can’t get out of it. People keep endorsing me, and I don’t know for what. My aversion to social media really hurts my blog status, but there you are. If you can’t even get your family to follow you online, what’s the use? I’m grateful if anyone pays attention to my screed, but maybe if the federal Tories and the RCMP signed up as followers, I could get some serious stats. But I will throw my television onto the city’s electronic waste pile before I allow it to monitor my basement rants. And I will put an election sign on my yard (if my wife agrees) for any candidate in the next election who promises to undo the effects of Bill C-51. ISIL wants to control what you are allowed to say and even your very thoughts. Apparently, so does Harper. The Thought Police are here and until they arrest me, I won’t even know if they’re listening. And while CSIS is (or isn’t) listening, I’m sure the prime minister isn’t, either. Greg Neiman is a retired Advocate editor.

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he first round of the had to be dropped. Instead, it battle for the euro is got a four-month “bridging over, and Germany loan” that came with effectively has won. The whole the same harsh restrictions on European Union won, really, Greek government spending but the Germans set the strat- (although Syriza was allowed to egy. Technically, everybody just rewrite them in its own words). kicked the can down the road And that loan will expire at the four months by extending the end of June, just before Greece existing bail-out arrangements has to redeem $7 billion in for Greece, but what was really bonds. revealed in the So there will be past week is that four months of attrithe Greeks can’t tional warfare and win. Not now, not then another crisis later. – which Greece will The left-wing once again lose. It will Syriza Party lose partly because it stormed to power hasn’t actually got GWYNNE in Greece last a very good case for month promisspecial treatment, ing to ditch the and partly because World Affairs austerity that has the European Union plunge a third doesn’t really believe of the population below the it will pull out of the euro compoverty line and to renegoti- mon currency. ate the country’s massive $270 Greece’s debt burden is stagbillion bail-out with the EU gering – about $30,000 per capand the International Monetary ita. It can never be repaid, and Fund. Exhausted Greek vot- some of it will eventually have ers just wanted an end to six to be cancelled or “reschedyears of pain and privation, and uled” into the indefinite future. Syriza offered them hope. But But not now, when other euro it has been in retreat ever since. members like Spain, Portugal In the election campaign, and Ireland are struggling with Syriza promised 300,000 new some success to pay down their jobs and a big boost in the heavy but smaller debts. If monthly minimum wage (from Greece got such a sweet deal, $658 to $853). After last week’s everybody else would demand talks with the EU and the IMF, debt relief too. all that’s left is a promise to The cause of the debt was expand an existing programme the same in every case: the euro that provides temporary work was a stable, low-interest curfor the unemployed, and an rency that banks were happy to “ambition” to raise the min- lend in, even to relatively lowimum wage “over time”. income European countries Its promise to provide free that were in the midst of clearelectricity and subsidised food ly unsustainable, debt-fuelled for families without incomes booms. So all the southern remains in place, but Prime European EU members (and Minister Alexis Tsipras’s gov- Ireland) piled in – but nobody ernment has promised the else did it on the same scale as EU and the IMF that its “fight the Greeks. against the humanitarian crisis The boom lasted for the (will have) no negative fiscal best part of a decade after the effect.” In other words, it won’t euro currency launched in spend extra money on these 1999. Ordinary Greeks happily projects unless it makes equal bought imported German cars, cuts somewhere else. French wines, Italian luxury Above all, its promise not to goods and much else, while extend the bail-out programme the rich and politically well

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connected raked off far larger sums and paid as little tax as possible. Greek governments ended up lying about the size of the country’s debts. No less an authority than Syriza’s finance minister, Yanis Varoufakis, described the atmosphere of the time like this: “The average Greek had convinced herself that Greece was superb. A cut above the rest.... Due to our exceptional ‘cunning’, Greece was managing to combine fun, sun, xenychti (late nights) and the highest GDP growth in Europe.” Then the roof fell in after the 2008 crash, and “self-immolation followed self-congratulation, but left self-importance in the driving seat,” as Varoufakis put it. That is why the sympathy for Greece’s plight in other EU members is limited. Moreover, the EU, and especially the Germans, have managed to convince themselves that “grexit” (Greek exit from the euro) would not be a limitless disaster. The other PIGS (Portugal, Ireland and Spain) are in much better shape financially, and Brussels no longer fears that the Greek “contagion” will spread irresistibly to them as well. Neither does it think that a Greek departure from the euro would bring the whole edifice of the single currency tumbling down. And it knows that the vast majority of Greeks don’t want to leave either the euro or the EU – so it’s playing hardball. When the interim deal was made public on Tuesday, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras put the best possible face on it, saying that Greece had “won a battle, but not the war.” In fact he lost the first battle, as he was bound to. It will take him longer to lose the whole war, but that will probably happen too. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Lillian Bernice Swanson (Bernie) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernie Swanson on February 21, 2015. Bernie was born on June 28, 1927 in Saskatchewan. She moved to the Trail area in 1948. She had a long and fulfilling career at the Trail Regional Hospital lasting over 25 years. She was valued for her professionalism, helping hands and compassionate heart. Bernie was an avid gardener with a green thumb we all envied. She was a passionate painter and member of the VISAC Gallery, the Naturalist Club, Daughters of the Nile, Eastern Star, Rotary Anne’s, and a volunteer with Hospice. Bernie spent the last four years of her life at Columbia View Lodge. She could be heard singing her songs and was much loved by residents and staff alike. She is survived by her daughters; Glenda, Charlene (David), Leslie (Rick), and son Murray (Gaylene), seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson, her sisters Ruby and Hazel and numerous nieces and nephews. As well as stepchildren Ken (Suzi), Carol, and their families. Bernie was predeceased by her first husband Wynn Allen (Bud) Walsh and husband George Swanson. The family would like to express their appreciation to all the staff at CVL for their care and kindness throughout her stay. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Trail Alliance Church, 3365 Laburnum Dr., Trail BC at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 28, 2015 with Reverend Ken Siemens officiating. Jordan Wren of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements. Donations in Bernie’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC at 300-828 W. 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1E2 or online at www.alzheimer.ca You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca.

Pink Shirt Day got plenty of support to prevent bullying on Wednesday. Above, students and staff at Webster School were treated to a pancake breakfast by the PAC and the day was capped off with a recognition assembly in the afternoon. Left; firefighter Kyle Boutin, Deputy Regional Fire Chief Dan Derby, Acting Captain Glen Gallamore and firefighter Clay Alderson donned pink shirts to fight bullying. Below; staff at the Trail Times sported the anti-bullying message. Bottom left; Brandon Koziel joined the rest of the staff at Ferraro Foods wearing pink t-shirts.

Practising what she preaches FROM PAGE 1 “He is also really funny and now, he is one of my really good friends.” Even during the creative process, it was all about getting people involved and hearing what others had to say. “It started with a picture that I had seen on Pinterest,” said Danczak. “I asked my class what quote they wanted and we picked one. While I was actually doing the project, I was always interacting with people who would come into the art room and I would explain the project to them and everyone was really helping me out.” School counsellor Loretta Jones was instrumental in putting the motivational art project together, but says the message of acceptance is more power-

ful when it comes from a fellow student. “The artwork is the student code of conduct in their words,” she said. “Rather than a jumble of words and jargon saying, ‘a student has the right to...’ “We have our own way of telling them to play nice, but this was a collaborative effort. They told us what they wanted up there.” The art is just one piece in a planned series over the next few years to create a welcoming environment for new students down the road. “I really hope that someone in 10 years sees the message and listens,” said Danzcak, adding that anyone who has a similar idea should take the plunge. “Go for it. It could start small but it can always grow to be something bigger.”

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Trail Smoke Eater captain Jake Lucchini is in the running for the Vern Dye Memorial Trophy given to the BCHL’s Most Valuable Player. “It’s cool,” said Lucchini. “I was on the bus . . . and my brother actually looked back at me and told me I was the finalist for MVP and I was shocked. I couldn’t believe it, it’s really cool and I never thought it would actually happen.” A coaches online poll determined the finalists from each of the three divisions, Lucchini was voted MVP for the Interior division and is up against league-leading scorer Corey Mackin of the Coquitlam Express from the Mainland division and goaltender Guillaume Decelles of the Island division’s Nanaimo Clippers. “Corey Mackin is the best player in the league and Nanaimo’s goalie is really good,

and to be put into a category with them is really something special for me.” Lucchini had a breakout year in his third year with the Smokies leading the team with 34 goals and 46 assists good for fourth place in league scoring. The Michigan Tech commit has also been a leader on and off the ice, and was awarded the ‘C’ after Trail’s former captain Scott Davidson was traded in January to Chilliwack. “I never really set any goals for myself, I just wanted to improve from my last season. My first season was tough, and I did a little bit better last year, but to do what I did this year is something I never thought I could do, so I’m really happy.” The Trail native has scored four-times as many goals as last year, and tripled his assists total. While his production has sky-rocketed, Lucchini is also one of the team’s iron men and has yet to miss a game this season. The skilled player is also a relentless backchecker, fearless in the corners, with a hard, quick shot, yet he readily attributes much of his success to the players around him. “I played with Charlie Zuccarini who is a really easy player to play with, and when he stopped playing, Dallas Calvin and Craig Martin, I mean they are unbelievable hockey players, so easy to play with, they put you in good situations to succeed.” Unlike past seasons when there was a winner from each conference for each award, there will be just one winner per award as the league is currently aligned into three divisions. In 2013, Smoke Eaters forward Brent Baltus won the Interior Conference MVP, and is the only Smoke Eater to receive the award. If successful, Lucchini would join the ranks of local players who won the MVP with other BCHL teams, like Bruno Campese (Penticton Knights 1981), Ray Ferraro (Penticton Knights, 1982), Travis Drake (Vernon Lakers 1988 ) and Shawn Horcoff (Chilliwack 1996). The winners will be announced prior to the start of playoffs next week. See Scoreboard for all award finalists.

Smoke Eaters suffer OT loss Smokies wrap up season Saturday

By Times Staff The Trail Smoke Eaters came close to eliminating the West Kelowna Warriors, but would fall 4-4 in overtime on Tuesday at Royal LePage Place in Kelowna. A victory would have dealt a fatal blow to the Warriors chances to make the playoffs, but a last minute goal by Jason Cotton in the 4-on4 overtime period kept the Warriors in the loop. “We’re playing against teams that are fighting for playoff spots,” said Trail captain Jake Lucchini. “These are exciting games to play in, they’re really high intensity and we’re right there.” Trail outplayed West K in the first period but trailed 1-0 heading into the second after Tanner Campbell popped in a rebound over the shoulder of Brett Clark to make it 1-0. The Warriors took a 2-0

lead early in the middle frame when Tyler Kunz’s slap shot went off the post and in. But as Trail has done all year, they battled back. Max Newton deflected a Jeremy Lucchini point shot past Scott Patton at 11:07, and 34 seconds later Kienan Scott would score unassisted to tie it at 2. The Smoke Eaters would take the lead at 14:28 when Scott took a feed from Conner Wynne and beat Patton for his 15th goal of the year. However, less than four minutes later, Kyle Marino tucked one by Clark to tie it 3-3. Desperate for the two points, the Warriors dominated in the third, outshooting the Smokies 14-4 but Clark stood tall and West K failed to find the equalizer. The Smokies killed a penalty in the opening two minutes, but at 4:18 Cotton gathered up a loose puck in front and wired it top shelf for the Warriors victory. With Dallas Calvin out

with injury, West Kelowna keyed on Lucchini and Martin and held them off the score sheet. “It was a tough couple games for us,” said Lucchini. “We just couldn’t get anything going and it was tough but those games happen and hopefully we’ll get it done on Saturday.” The Salmon Arm Silverbacks also won in overtime Tuesday defeating the Langley Rivermen 4-3, to remain tied with West Kelowna for fourth with 64 points. Merritt currently sits two points back, but has two games in hand on the Warriors and one game on Salmon Arm. The Warriors wind up their season on Saturday with a game against Surrey, while Merritt played Surrey Wednesday, face Salmon Arm on Friday and Trail in Merritt on Saturday. Salmon Arm plays its final game against Penticton on Saturday.

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Hawks poised to oust Leafs By Jim Bailey

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The Beaver Valley Nitehawks can elimiminate the Nelson Leafs from the KIJHL’s Neil Murdoch division semifinal tonight when they drop the puck at the Beaver Valley Arena for Game 5. After a 5-2 victory Monday, the Nitehawks beat the Queen City’s Leafs 3-2 in Game 4 Tuesday in Nelson to take a 3-1 stranglehold on the division playoff. “You win games all kinds of ways,” said Nitehawks coach and GM Terry Jones. “Sometimes you get outstanding goaltending and we got that, sometimes the power play clicks for you, and a lot of times it’s the penalty killing, and penalty killing has probably been one of the biggest keys, because momentum of all of the games has really been dependant on it.” After a scoreless first period in which B.V. outshot Nelson 9-8, the Hawks would get into penalty trouble in the second frame giving up four power plays to the Leafs. Nelson had plenty of opportunity outshooting the Hawks 17-6 in the period, but Beaver Valley would emerge with a 3-1 lead, that included Reid Anderson’s winning goal with 3:13 remaining in the period and some great goaltending from Carson Schamerhorn. Despite the outcome, Jones remains concerned with the undisciplined penalties. “I still think, there is lots of room for improvement. We’re dealing with young men here and every once in a while their emotions get control of them and take over . . . We had a couple guys take dumb penalties (Tuesday), the dumb ones you can’t kill, the hard working ones are easy to kill.” Nelson’s Patrick Croome scored first capitalizing on the power at the 11:30 of the middle frame. But Beaver Valley would tie it after the Leafs Aaron Brewer was sent off for boarding. Ross Armour would set up Taylor Stafford in front who put it by Nelson AP goalie Jason Mailhiot at the 7:24 mark. Four minutes later Sam Swanson would set up Spencer McLean to give the Hawks the lead, and Reid Anderson would finish some hard work in front from Mitch Foyle and Armour to net the winner only 16 seconds after

McLean’s marker to make it 3-1. “I was happy with our overall game on both nights,” said Jones. “I thought we moved the puck well out of our end, our defence were really moving their feet, and when they do that we’re a better team. When they feel pressure and they don’t move their feet, it puts pressure on our wingers, and causes turnovers, and it causes us to be in our end more.” The Nitehawks cranked it up in the third, limiting Nelson to just four shots while firing 13 at Mailhiot on three straight power plays to start the period. But the Leafs proved resilient and would find the back of the net on a power-play goal by Tyler Fyfe to cut the lead to 3-2 at 9:44. But the Hawks PK would come up big again killing a late penalty with under six minutes to play. The Leafs outshot the Hawks 29-28 and went 2-for-8 on the power play while the Hawks were 1-for-5. Armour received the Game Star for the Hawks with his two assists. Goaltending has been key in the series, with Schamerhorn replaced starter Drake Poirier in Game 2 and came up big, emerging as a steady and dependable presence between the pipes. “Carson has been excellent,” said Jones. “It’s funny we started the playoff with Drake and he was unbelievable in Game 1, (a 5-0 shutout) and really he didn’t play poorly in Game 2 it was more of a momentum move, then Carson came in and played exceptional hockey. We know we have two guys who can play well and that’s really good to know as a coach.” The series has been a bitter, physical battle, and while Castlegar and Spokane are locked in a 2-2 series tie, guaranteeing at least a Game 6, the Nitehawks would like nothing more than to oust the Leafs in Game 5 tonight at the Hawks Nest. “The sooner that you can finish a series off the better it is for the future of the playoff round. But that being said, it’s one game, and would I like to win it and finish it, absolutely, but it’s sports anything can happen and I hope we’re just prepared and ready to play our game.” The puck drops tonight at 7 p.m.

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Wednesday’s results N/A Surrey at Merritt, 7 p.m. Victoria at Cowichan Valley, 7 p.m. Tuesday’s results West Kelowna 4 Trail 3 (OT) Salmon Arm 4 Langley 3 (OT) Friday’s games Vernon at Penticton, 7 p.m. Langley at Prince George, 7 p.m. Victoria at Nanaimo, 7 p.m. Chilliwack at Coquitlam, 7 p.m. Merritt at Salmon Arm, 7 p.m. Alberni Valley at Powell River, 7:15 p.m. Saturday’s games Alberni Valley at Powell River, 5 p.m. Salmon Arm at Penticton, 6 p.m. Surrey at West Kelowna, 7 p.m. Nanaimo at Victoria, 7 p.m. Coquitlam at Chilliwack, 7 p.m. Langley at Prince George, 7 p.m. Trail at Merritt, 7:30 p.m. BCHL Playoffs commence Mar. 2

BCHL Award Finalists MVP Interior: Jake Lucchini – F – Trail Mainland: Corey Mackin –F- Coquitlam Island: Guillaume Decelles -G- Nanaimo Rookie of the Year Interior: Liam Finlay -F- Vernon Vipers Mainland: Brett Supinski -F- Coquitlam Island: Brett Gruber – F – Victoria Top Defenceman Award: Interior: Andrew Farny – Salmon Arm Mainland: Daniel Fritz – Coquitlam Island: Kurt Gosselin – Alberni Most Sportsmanlike Interior: John Schiavo – F – Merritt Mainland: Corey Mackin – F – Coquitlam Island: Sean Harrison – F– Cowichan Coach of the Year Interior: Fred Harbinson – Penticton Vees Mainland: Jason Tatarnic – Chilliwack Island: Mike Vandekamp – Nanaimo The league’s non-voting awards (Top Goaltender, Goalie Tandem and Top Scorer) will be included in the release next

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The Trail Wildlife Association and West Kootenay Big Game Trophy Association members restocked the winter storage of pellets in December at the Salmo-Creston sheep-feeding station to help the bighorn sheep survive the winter. From left: Ken Moon (TWA), Liam Den Biesen, Dawson Den Biesen, Tyler Hwalstad (W.K.B.G.T.A), Josh Conci (W.K.B.G.T.A) and Laurie Bursaw (TWA & W.K.B.G.T.A). Missing from photo - Dean Den Biesen (W.K.B.G.T.A) and Eric Turner (W.K.B.G.T.A).

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Submitted The West Kootenay Big Game Trophy Association ventured over the hump to Creston to pick up 4,400 pounds of feed for SalmoCreston bighorn sheep in early December. The program originated over 25 years ago with the Trail Wildlife Association (TWA) and the Nelson Rod and Gun Club. Each winter starting around Christmas the sheep are fed pellets and hay three times a week in a joint effort amongst the clubs. “It is a great opportunity for anyone to see these animals up close and personal,” said longtime TWA member and co-chair Laurie Bursaw. “I have taken my family and friends on feed days and they love it, especially the kids. To see these sheep that close and watch their behavior with each other is priceless. If you haven’t made the trip I would strongly recommend it to anyone. It just doesn’t get old” A few years ago a shed was constructed to store hay bails that are brought up earlier in the fall before the snow falls. For over 20

years Bursaw has taken part in the program with help from Gordon Krantz and now Ken Moon. Feed days are Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the winter months until mid to late March. The sheep-feeding program is one of many conservation efforts overseen by the TWA over the years. Others include the Murphy Creek spawning channel, the mountain goat transplant, Fort Shepherd Conservancy, Elk transplant in Arrow Lakes and Christina Lake regions, as well as mule deer tracking in Fort Shepherd. The West Kootenay Big Game Trophy Association will also be holding its Big Game banquet on Mar. 7 at the Trail Memorial Centre. Doors open at 3 p.m. with awards presentation starting at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale until Wednesday, Mar. 4 at Colander, Valley Firearms, Warfield FasGas, Country Roads in Fruitvale, Integra Tire in Castlegar and Castlegar Sports Centre. For more info contact W.K.B.G.T.A president Josh Conci at 231-5674.

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I am not sure how to handle this friendship. I trust Alison, or I would have left already. Any advice, or am I foolish? -- N. Dear N.: There is nothing wrong with having friendships, even those that include confidences. The problem is when one person’s significant other is unwelcome and entirely excluded from these relationships and the confidences shared are intimate and interfere with the primary relationship. We think Will is a bit possessive of Alison, but that shouldn’t alarm you. Does Alison show you his texts? She should (but you

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do not need to comment on them). If you trust her and she is not hiding anything from you, we’d let this run its course. It is important, however, that Alison understands the boundaries of this friendship so she isn’t leading Will on or damaging her relationship with you. Dear Annie: I take both Pilates and yoga classes. One student loves to chew gum during class. It was ingrained in me by my father that loudly chewing gum is considered bad manners. It drives me crazy. I find it hard to concentrate when she is popping and chomping away on her gum, and I know I’m not the only one in class who feels this way. Any suggestions on how to get her to stop? -- Cringing in Exercise Class Dear Cringing: People do a lot of boorish things during exercise classes. Perhaps the gum helps her

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Mars. This is why it’s easy for you to become impatient with others. Cool your jets, because this will pass quickly. No worries. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You are concerned about taxes, debt and shared property. This is why something going on behind the scenes might alarm you. You want to know what’s happening so that you can stay in control. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Be patient with female friends and acquaintances today. Don’t say anything that you will later regret. (Forewarned is forearmed.) LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Personal details about your private life might be made public today, and if so, it could be upsetting. Think about how you can quickly do some damage control. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Quarrels about poli-

tics, religion or perhaps travel plans might arise today. Just let others talk things out, because quarrelsome time will pass quickly. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Disputes about shared property, taxes, debt or insurance matters might arise today. Whatever happens, you are prepared to stand your ground, that’s for sure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Be patient with partners and close friends today. The Moon is opposite your sign but is agitated by fiery Mars. That’s why you find others challenging to deal with. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You are focused on money and cash flow now, which is why it behooves you to be patient with co-workers. Don’t bite the hand that

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Ermalinda Estates, Glenmerry, spacious 1-2bdrms. Adults only. Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph.250-364-1922 E.TRAIL, 1&2bdrm. apts. F/S, W/D. Yard. 250-368-3239 Francesco Estates, Glenmerry,spacious 1-3bdrms. Adults only (45+). Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph. 250-3686761 FRUITVALE, 1 & 2bdrm. suites; spacious, bright; good location, close to school/town and borders on park. F/S, W/D No pets, No smoking. References. $650. - $750./mo. + utilities. 250-921-9141 Glenmerry 2bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $695./mo. 250-368-5908 GLENVIEW APTS. Spacious, quiet 2 bdrm. apts. available. 250-364-2401 TRAIL, 1bd. Ross. Ave., w/d/f/s. ns/np. $600./mo. utilities inc. 250-368-1361 TRAIL, 2bd. apt. Friendly, quiet secure bldg. Heat incl. N/P, N/S. 250-368-5287 WANTED: 2-3 bdrm apt. Downtown Trail or within walking distance. With parking & W/D. Suitable for 2 seniors. Call 250.368.6647 WARFIELD, 1bdrm. condo. Laundry on site. Free parking. N/S, N/P. Available immediately. $550./mo. + electricity. 250-229-4149 WARFIELD, 2BD. apt., facing south, ground floor. $800./mo. includes heat & power. Long term negotiable. References. 250-512-1382 after 5:30pm. WARFIELD APARTMENTS. 2-bdrm, N/S, N/P. Long term tenants. 250-368-5888 W.TRAIL 2-bdrm. main floor. f/s,w/d,d/w. $700./mo. plus utilities. 250-368-1015

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

Real Estate Lots FRUITVALE, 57’X80’ Flat lot for sale. Laurel Ave. $65,000. 250-367-7436

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Rossland

169,000 Fruitvale

Marie-Claude

Rob

250.231.9484 Nathan

GST Paidu!pied Owner Occ

699,000 Rossland

250.512.1153 Marie-Claude

219,500 Fruitvale

250.231.4420 Rob

189,900 Trail

250.231.9484 Nathan

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Transportation

Auto Services PAINT, AUTOBODY & Restoration. (250)835-2070 canadianhotrodsinc.com

Trucks & Vans 2006 FORD F150 4X4, very good condition. 147,000km. $12,500. New summers & winters. 250-231-4242

Houses For Sale 250.368.5222 250.362.5200

149,000 Rossland

344,900 Rossland

250.512.1153 Marie-Claude

59,900 Fruitvale

250.512.1153 Rob

$OLD

250.231.9484 Marie-Claude

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$OLD Warfield

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Townhouses GLENMERRY, Clean 3bd townhouse, covered parking, F/S, D/W, central air. NS. No Pets. $925./mo. Available immed. Ref.req. 250-367-9607

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Homes for Rent Shavers Bench! 3 Bedroom, full basement, F/S, N/S, N/P. $900/month. 250-364-1551 TRAIL, 4b/r home, 1 reno’d bathrm, central A/C, f/s/w/d, ns,np, full bsmt, rv carport, nr Safeway, 1534 4th Ave. $1150. + util. 250-364-3978 W.TRAIL, 3BD. $1,000./mo. incl.util. W/D,F/S. March 1st. 250-368-3732 after 6pm.

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FRUITVALE, 3bd., renovated, w/deck. $900. heat incl. F/S, N/S. Avail. Apr1 250-368-3384

1252 Bay Avenue, Trail 1993 Columbia Ave, Rossland

1st Trail Real Estate

Trail

Duplex / 4 Plex

250-368-8423

SUNSHINE RECYCLING will pick up your batteries and your refundable recycling for free! Please call 250-368-6300 or 250-231-4560

Houses For Sale

SHOP/ WAREHOUSE, 4300 sq.ft. Ample outside space. Good access. 250-368-1312

Suites Avail Now

250.512.1153

New Listin

295,000 Trail

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Jack McConnachie 250-368-5222

250.231.4420 Rob

215,000 250.231.4420

Executive Living

319,000 Trail

250.231.4420 Jack

499,000

250.368.5222

Nathan Kotyk 250-231-9484

Marie-Claude Germain 250-512-1153

Trail Times Thursday, February 26, 2015 www.trailtimes.ca A15

local Rossland

Valdy coming to Miners Hall Submitted Juno award winner Valdy is coming to the Rossland Miners Hall on Saturday, March 14, 2015. Part of the fabric of Canadian pop and folk music for over 30 years, Valdy has four gold albums and Juno awards for Folk Singer of the Year and Folk Entertainer of the Year. This is an evening not to be missed: A Rossland Rotary event, visit www.valdy. com and www.rosslandrotary.org to learn more. Proceeds of the event will go to Rossland Rotary community and youth projects. Tickets are $25/person - $30 at the door, available at Powderhound Sports, Rossland, and Mallard’s Source for Sports, Castlegar on Feb 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert starts at 8 p.m.

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Juno Award winner Valdy will play in Rossland on March 14.

Columbia Basin Trust

We need carriers in your area! Deliver the West Kootenay Advertiser one day a week and pad your pockets with a little extra cash!

Grants available for projects that benefit youth (Columbia Basin) – Organizations with projects that directly benefit Basin youth may apply for funding through Columbia Basin Trust’s Youth Grants program. A range of organizations can apply—including nonprofit, public and First Nations groups, plus youth aged 15 to 29 with a sponsoring organization. Projects that meet eligibility

requirements can receive up to $15,000. The application deadline is March 10, 2015. “Thanks to the dedication and creativity of projects that organizations bring forward, young people have a range of opportunities to engage in their communities and with one another,” said Lisa Kilpatrick, Columbia Basin Trust Senior Manager, Delivery of Benefits.

“From theatre projects to powwows, robotics teams to youthled television networks, funding is being used to benefit youth in the Basin in meaningful and diverse ways.” For more information or to discuss your project idea, contact Michelle d’Entremont, Basin Youth Liaison, at 1.800.505.8998 or mdentremont@cbt.org. For details, visit cbt.org/youthgrants2015.

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Trail’s Future is Bright! Victoria Street Buy-a-Light Fundraising Campaign • Showcase a Feature Landmark • Celebrate our City & Community Spirit • Enhance the Esplanade • • Create more Excitement & Energy around the Downtown Core • Reconnect Downtown with the Columbia River • • The LED Lights will complement the lights to be integrated in the soon-to-be Pipeline/Pedestrian Bridge •

Light-up our Bridge for only $200/light! The Downtown Opportunities & Action Committee (DOAC) is well on their to reaching their $190,000 fundraising goal. Show your support too! Buy-a-Light after March 2nd for $200* and you will receive formal sponsor recognition at the west entrance of the Victoria Street Bridge.

*96 lights available. Charitable donation tax receipt available. Forms available at City Hall & online. Image is rendering only.

More info at www.trail.ca/en/inside-city-hall/Buy-a-Light-Campaign.asp or call 250-364-0834

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Thursday, February 26, 2015 Trail Times

Regional Fauquier

Golf course loses two holes to mudslide By Trisha Shanks Arrow Lakes News

The golf course located next to the ferry landing in Fauquier has fallen victim to the early mild weather causing a large section to fall into the lake. The third and fourth holes were right along the waterline but erosion has occurred at a pace nobody could predict. This parcel of land previously belonged to BC Hydro and sold to the golf course in 1997 for $1 upon the club’s request after a 30-year lease had ended. according to Jen WalkerLarsen, Stakeholder Engagement Advisor and community relations with BC Hydro,

“Erosion at this site is a well-known issue that’s been happening for decades. The purchase agreement itself explained the land was unstable and that any erosion would need to be managed by the club. “The club was well aware of the risks and was prepared to manage them moving forward. They have a geotechnical engineer who is very familiar with the property who can assess the situation and determine what they can do to fix the issue.” Wa l k e r- L a r s e n states that BC Hydro has been very supportive of the golf club over the years. “In addition to selling the property to the

Club for $1 in 1997, we also donated the former school building at the site for use as a clubhouse and have contributed more than $50,000 over the years to complement local individual donations of time, equipment and a good deal of volunteer effort to make improvements at this site.” Gerry Gairns, Fauquier Golf Club president who is currently away, responded by email “Yes, we have had a fairly significant slide at the course due to a warm wet winter and the extremely low lake levels. However, we do plan to open the course in April although we may not have number 3 and 4

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536 Portia Crescent, Trail

2252 Riverside Ave, Trail

Don’t miss out on this, like new, beautifully renovated 3 bed room family home in popular Sunningdale on a dead end street. In like new condition Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

Sweet little package. Enjoy the view of the magnificent Columbia River on your large private deck. This home has had many upgrades including roof, plumbing, and wiring. Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

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holes available at that time.” BC Hydro has not been contacted by the golf club directly and they have only received

reports from third parties. They are reaching out to the golf club to get more information and ensure the proper procedure is being fol-

lowed. “We understand from members of the community that there has again been some erosion at the

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Erosion has taken two of the holes at the nine-hole Fauquier Golf Course on Highway 6.

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Fauquier Golf Course. This property is owned by the golf club and we understand they are managing the issue,” Walker-Larsen said.

Mark Wilson 250-231-5591

mark.wilson@century21.ca

Terry Alton

250-231-1101

terryalton@shaw.ca

804 Redstone Dr., Rossland

$369,000

This near new home is built in a contemporary style with 3 bdrms, 2 baths and an open floor plan. The exterior is tastefully finished with low maintenance in mind and has 8 years left on the 10 year new home warranty.

430 Wellington Ave., Warfield

Call Richard (250) 368-7897

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

$189,000

Beautiful property on Trail Creek. This warm and cozy home features 3 bdrms, hardwood floors and large workshop. Lots of parking too. Bring an offer!

Tonnie Stewart

250-365-9665

tonniestewart@shaw.ca

Mary Martin 250-231-0264

mary.martin@century21.ca

Richard Daoust

STING NEW LI

250-368-7897

richard.daoust@century21.ca

Mary Amantea

250-521-0525 1756 4th Avenue, Trail

$159,000

This solid home has great shop/ garage and low maintenance yard. There are 3 bdrms on main, 2 baths and very large rec. room. A few updates and you will enjoy your new home. Quick possession possible. Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

1934 4th Ave., Rossland

$330,000

This character house is great location and features a newer furnace, hot water on demand, and a hot tub. The original fir floors and trim combined with some of the more modern updates has added to the houses charm. Call today! Call Christine (250) 512-7653

709 Hermia Crescent, Trail

1463 Bay Ave, Downtown Trail

This house is perfect for a smaller family with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Features include open floor plan, hot tub and low maintenance yard. Come and have a look today. Call Christine (250) 512-7653

Updated and very clean space in downtown core. Security system, air conditioned, and great access to bring in large items. In an area of long standing businesses with good foot traffic. Call Art (250) 368-8818t

$245,900

mamantea@telus.net

Bill Craig

For Lease

250-231-2710

bill.craig@century21.ca

Deanne Lockhart 250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca

Art Forrest

FOR RENT

250-368-8818

Trail

435 10th Ave., Montrose

$229,000

Sunningdale market for excellent price. Very clean, great fenced yard, detached garage, 3 bdrm 1 bath. Quick possession available.

4 bdrm 2 bath well cared for home with RV covered parking and single car garage/workshop. Newer roof, upgraded bath, laminate flooring, central vac, some upgraded windows and wood/electric furnace or zone controlled baseboards. This is a great package.

Call Terry 250-231-1101

Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

55 Hazelwood Drive, Trail

$179,000

8327 Highway 3B, Trail

2 bdrm renovated upper suite ................................. $800/mo 3 bdrm renovated house ................................. $750/mo 2 bdrm renovated upper suite ................................. $750/mo

$469,000

Montrose

2 bdrm upper floor of house ................................. $800/mo Great rentals available now! If you have a property you would like professionally managed, call to set up an appointment. Terry Alton 250-231-1101 Tonnie Stewart (250) 365-9665

For additional information and photos on all of our listings, please visit

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Stunning package! This home features Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors, a great floor plan, and amazing mountain views. The home is well maintained and filled with light. The yard is completely private and features an in ground swimming pool!

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

c21art@telus.net

Christine Albo 250-512-7653

christine.albo@century21.ca

Dave Thoss

250-231-4522

dave.thoss@century21.ca

Dan Powell Christina Lake 250-442-6413

powelldanielk@gmail.com