Castlegar News, January 28, 2016

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The 40 km skiers led the pack at the Castlegar Nordic Ski Club’s Troll Loppet on Sunday morning.

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FortisBC is awaiting approval to build a new centralized operations centre in Castlegar, following the completion of the British Columbia Utilities

Commission’s (BCUC) public proceedings.

The utility company addressed over 400 questions over two rounds of information requests, which wrapped up in December.

The interveners and commission asked questions about a broad range of topics, including cost,

project design and scope, rate impacts, and project justification for the proposed $20.7 million facility slated for Ootischenia, south of the West Kootenay Regional Airport. This process has now closed, and BCUC is scheduled to make a decision this spring.

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Former Trail Smoke Eater and Castlegar resident Shawn Horcoff has been suspended from the NHL for violating the NHL’s performance enhancing substances program.

Tuesday afternoon, the NHL announced that Horcoff, forward for the Anaheim Ducks, was being suspended without pay for 20 games. Based on his average annual salary, the NHL says he’ll forfeit $357,526.88.

Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, Horcoff will receive a mandatory referral to the NHL’s program for substance abuse and behavioral health, for evaluation and possible treatment.

Following the announcement, Horcoff issued a statement through the National Hockey League Players’ Association: “While recovering from an injury I suffered this past fall, I tried a treatment that I believed would help speed up the healing process. Although I was unaware that this treatment was

not permitted under NHL rules, that is no excuse whatsoever. I should have done my research and I should have checked with the NHL/NHLPA performance enhancing substances program’s doctors. I accept full responsibility for my actions, and I am sorry.

Throughout my entire career, I have felt genuinely blessed and honored to play the great game of hockey, and I regret the impact that this may have on my team and our fans. I look forward to the day I return to the ice for the playoff push.”

Bob Murray, executive vice president and general manager for the Ducks, also made a statement: “This morning we were made aware of the situation regarding Shawn Horcoff. The Anaheim Ducks organization fully supports the NHL/NHLPA performance enhancing substances program. We will also continue to support Shawn as a player and person throughout this process. We will have no further comment at this time.”

Horcoff, 37, has had six goals and four assists so far this season, and 186 goals, 320 assists and four playoff appearances in a 15-season NHL career, playing with the Edmonton Oilers, Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks.

Farmers’ co-op launches crowdfunding campaign Imagine a healthy, abundant secure local food future.

It’s not magic, but it requires a grand vision, cooperation, and buyin from food producers, stores, restaurants and, most importantly, you.

Local farmers are passionate about growing beautiful, healthy food. But they struggle against a tide of low wages, expensive land, inexpensive imported food, and inadequate local supply systems. Years ago, 75 per cent of the food we consumed in this region was grown locally. Today, that number is down to five per cent. In order to change these statistics, we need to be able to find nutritious and affordable locally grown food everywhere we shop and dine.

The newly formed Kootenay and Boundary Food Producers Co-op has a vision for change. Its goal is to provide much needed infrastructure and support services to food producers in the area: rebuilding a local distribution system, helping to expand markets, creating longterm storage for crops to be stored over winter, and providing access to a value added processing facility.

In short, the critical things farmers and processors need to make their businesses viable.

Last year the co-op began the work to build a membership of local farmers and secondary food producers, which is an ongoing priority. They also conducted a successful food distribution pilot between a few farmers, stores and restaurants. These initia-

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tives resulted in the farmer members gaining an extra day to stay on their farm and do what they love — farm.

The co-op is working with all the food groups and associations in the region to ensure we are not duplicating efforts but building stronger together.

If you would like to be a part of making this a reality the co-op needs your help: there is a crowd funding campaign on until only Jan. 29. Go to igg.me/at/ThrivingKootenayLocal and check out how easy it is to join your community in putting your support behind our local farmers and food processors to bring this vision to life.

With snow still covering the ground and skates still gliding across hockey arenas, most people are not thinking about the grassy fields of soccer season. However, registration for the 2016 Castlegar Minor Soccer season has already begun.

Organizers want to encourage players and volunteers to register early so plans for teams and coaching clinics can be made as soon as possible. The early bird discount deadline is Feb. 28, after that the price will go up by $40.

Players born in 2012 and 2013 must register through the Castlegar Complex, all other players can register online through castlegarsoccer.com or by clicking on the link at the top of the Castlegar News home page. U4 mini soccer will cost $40, U6-U10 is $85 and U11-U18 is $125.

Volunteers including coaches and assistant coaches can also

register online. “One of the reasons we want people to register early is because its hard to have a coaching session when you don’t know who the coaches are,” said Dave Grantham, Castlegar Minor Soccer Association president.

The increase in price for the older kids is due to the fact that players are going to be supplied with a kit this year that they will get to keep including a jersey, shorts and socks.

Grantham is excited about the upcoming season and some of the changes taking place.

In partnership with Kootenay South Soccer they are contracting with the Whitecaps to provide player development clinics, coaching clinics and a mini world cup for U10 players. “The biggest excitement is the kids in youth soccer getting their own jerseys and the Whitecaps,” said Grantham. “Having professional coaches there to engage with us personally, will make a big difference.”

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District funds Beetle Action Coalition CHELSEA NOVAK Castlegar News

The regional district recently agreed to provide $5,000 to a nonprofit society that has been studying the environmental, economic and social impacts of the mountain pine beetle epidemic and figuring out what to do about them.

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is one of the nine regional districts that has membership in the Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition (SIBAC).

“The Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition was formed originally to try to address the issues surrounding the mountain pine beetle,” explains Rhona Martin, SIBAC chair, “and since that time we have been transitioning to try and build support and capacity for rural communities.”

As a member, the RDCK contributes to SIBAC’s administrative costs, which allows the organization to pursue projects that help communities affected by the pine beetle epidemic with economic revitalization.

“The representatives from the different regional districts have promoted the work that SIBAC does within their areas and have tried to get people to apply for grant funding or project funding to support different types of projects that are taking place within the communities to try and improve the economic situation,” says Martin.

Attendance up at Castlegar pool CHELSEA NOVAK Castlegar News

The Castlegar swimming pool has seen an increase in people using the facility since the Nelson aquatic centre closed for renovations in October.

The pool was up 8,000 visits from 2014 to 2015, and up 1,400 visits in December alone.

“We do have lots of Nelson families that come and participate in our public swim,” says Verona Walker, recreation supervisor.

But the Nelson closure is not the only change affecting pool attendance. The Castlegar facility also now has public swimming whenever it’s open and has extended its hours.

“We have now public swimming and lap lanes open for all our hours,” says Walker.

Public swimming and the lap lanes are now available any time the pool is open, and the pool is now open at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The pool has also increased its programming.

“We have aquafit classes five more nights a week, and we’ve got way more pre-school swim lessons — there’s kind of a baby boom going on it seems in the community — so lots of preschool lessons and parent and tot lessons,” says Walker.

The Nelson aquatic centre is expected to be closed for a total of 11 months, but there is no fixed date for when it will re-open.

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The pine beetle affects not only the forestry industry, but also impacts tourism, as dead trees are not only less photogenic, but faster burning. The loss of pines can also lead to flooding.

“As trees have died off in some areas — and there are areas in SIBAC that have been hit much harder that other areas — but as the trees have died off there’s not the root system in place to hold the water, so that’s increased flooding and run off issues,” explains Martin.

SIBAC supports learning opportunities for communities. For instance, it sponsored a water workshop in Kelowna a number of years ago, and in the spring of 2015 held a workshop in Salmon Arm on rural economic development and building rural capacity.

SIBAC also advocates to the province on behalf of communities.

Among other things, they’ve asked the government to make sure that communities have the means to deal with beetle kill and fuel management, and that an assessment is done to determine which consumptive use water sheds are at greatest risk of flooding.

Martin says that having members help cover the administrative costs of running SIBAC gives the organization more leverage when applying to the province for funding.

“Not every year have we asked for funding, but this year we decided once again that we would ask for funding,” says Martin, “because when we have gone to the provincial government to ask for funding, we have said our membership is doing its best to cover the cost of administration.”

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Utility company aims to centralize operations with Castlegar facility CONTINUED FROM A1 The proposed Kootenay Operations Centre would consolidate operations from FortisBC’s Warfield complex, South Slocan generation site and potentially Castlegar district office, which was added as an amendment during the proceedings (bumping up the bill to $22.4 million, which would be offset by long-term savings).

Nicole Bogdanovic, FortisBC’s corporate communications advisor, said the proposed change in location is a cost-saving measure that will not impact staffing numbers.

“There are other factors that determine the resources we need to meet our business goals and to serve the area so really this is just to make sure that we’re able to meet that service at the lowest reasonable cost,” she told the Trail Times.

“I think it’s important to know that the South Slocan building, in particular, is over 100 years old, it’s reached the end of its life, and it’s more costly to maintain that building than it is to put a facility in place that meets our current modern service standards.

“And, the problem with Warfield is space constraints.”

The number of people that work at the Warfield complex can vary, but there are 40 network service positions (Kootenay station service personnel) proposed for relocation, she confirmed. This list is shared by 11 positions based out of the Castlegar district office, which operates regional network services and related support positions such as power line technicians, substation electricians support staff and other field crews that work with transmission and distribution.

South Slocan, which takes care of general administration, warehousing and plant operation, accounts for 42 proposed positions.

The company plans on keeping these three facilities but how they will be used in future is yet to be determined.

“It’s good to keep in mind that this is only 15 to 20 minutes away from where they are now, and many of these positions such as power line technicians already work in the field, so it doesn’t necessarily impact their commute,” added Bogdanovic.

FortisBC should find out whether it can move forward with its plans in March and if given the go ahead will break ground as early as spring, with plans of being operational in 2017.

I think it’s important to know that the South Slocan building, in particular, is over 100 years old, it’s reached the end of its life.

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Appreciation for those who heed the call Councillor Chernoff reminds us to thank first responders

How many of you had time off with family and friends through the holidays with no other care but to enjoy the moment? Holiday stresses aside, myself included, we enjoyed that time with our family and friends knowing we did not have to come in to work on those days or had other days off in lieu of. We sat down and had an enjoyable or uneventful turkey dinner.

A volunteer fire fighter’s or volunteer first responder’s life is much different. They can be and usually are called at a moment’s notice to keep our community safe, often at the most inconvenient times.

They often have to leave for a call during a family dinner or summer campfire. Many times they are not able to go to their kids’ baseball or hockey games. It means leaving whatever you are involved in to answer a fire or first responder call for our community without reserve. Even if they don’t get a call during those times they are always ready to serve our community so they are never truly at rest.

When a person is a volunteer firefighter or volunteer first responder in a small community, it can mean answering calls that involve a family friend or a person they knew. Often times you can see the emotion on their faces when they arrive home after a call involving someone from our community. And

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We fail to say thank you often enough to these men and women who serve us as volunteer fire fighters and volunteer first responders. let’s face it in a community this size where we pride ourselves

on knowing our neighbors this occurs often. But you can also see the joy in their faces when they finish their call, knowing they helped someone who was in trouble or on returning from a community event where they helped enrich the lives of our community.

With countless meetings and training sessions, volunteer firefighters are very well-trained in different scenarios. Our volunteer fire fighters and first responders are proud to serve and take pride in helping out our community, sometimes putting her or his life at risk for very little or no monetary reward.

They don’t stop there though.

These people are also our community ambassadors in a wide variety of activities. They chauffeur Mr. and Mrs. Claus and attend numerous toy drives and food drives all the while keeping us safe and our property protected.

We fail to say thank you often enough to these men and women who serve us as volunteer fire fighters and volunteer first responders. We all hear the sirens when they go off, but that sound means something very different to them. They don’t do it for the glory, but rather to satisfy their desire to help others in need and to keep our community safe.

So next time take a minute to tip a hat, give them a thumbs up or just say thank you as they all deserve it.

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Kindergarten registration provides chance for second language learning

In School District No. 20 (KootenayColumbia), Kindergarten registration week is Feb. 1-5, at your child’s catchment area school. This is such an exciting time for families as they look forward to this major milestone in their child’s life. We all want to give our children the best education possible that will help them to thrive and grow into incredible, caring adults ready to take on the world.

One of the ways that we can give our children the very best outcome is enroll them in a second language program.

The gift of language is an investment that will last a lifetime. Current research is very clear, learning a second language actually makes your child’s brain grow and it doesn’t matter which second language that is — Russian, French, Italian, Spanish — it’s all good.

The benefits of learning a second language have been well researched. It not only grows the language centers of the brain, but improves a child’s overall academic performance. Acquiring a second language improves critical thinking skills, creativity and flexibility.

Learning a second language also assists in helping children understand other cultures from the world and increases their global awareness — which is a critical skill in the 21st century. As children become adults, they will live and work in a society that is considered

to be global. It is a known fact that most careers involve working and interacting with individuals from different regions of the world on a regular basis. Having a second language can provide opportunities for increased career choices and career advancement later in life.

We used to believe that learning a second language delayed the learning of a child’s first language. Research now indicates that just the opposite is true.

Two languages are better than one. It may sound backward, but learning a second language can give your child a firmer grasp on his first. Formulating foreign phrases requires the use of grammar skills, which allow him to better understand the rules of his native tongue. That double reinforcement leads to a solid foundation in literacy skills.

We are very fortunate in our school district to offer early language programs in Russian and French as well as English. These programs are available to all students in our district and are currently located at Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar. This trilingual school has extraordinary programs to offer kindergarten students and I hope that parents will consider the opportunity to support their children’s learning journey by enrolling them in one of the second language programs.

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A Retrospective Walter Volovsek In this photo of Merry Siding we can see that there were many escapees from the flume. Select cedar poles are being peeled and stacked in the yard behind the sawmill. The Merry cabin stands at the back (left), with a spruce separating it from the Popoff residence.

Paula’s mother, Patti, was three when they settled in this remote location; she would be joined by two sisters and a brother. Their early childhood would be spent in the wilderness. Courtesy of Paula Nocente; Issaquah, Washington.

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What happens when your neighbour has antlers?

Residents of most towns and cities in BC are becoming familiar with seeing normally wild animals roaming the streets.

Deer in Cranbrook, rabbits in Kelowna, and bears almost everywhere are examples of the more common culprits in the province. If these animals were just passing through town on their way to another natural habitat there might not be a problem. But they’re not. They are hanging around eating out of our gardens, harassing our pets (and sometimes us!), causing traffic accidents, and pooping all over the place. So what is to be done about this? Let’s just say opinions tend to vary.

Locally, it is not unusual to see a black bear or two if you take an evening stroll through some of the less travelled areas of the city. Selkirk College, just across the river from the town proper, hosts a small population of black bears that are attracted to the feast of ripening fruit around campus every fall. If you are walking beside some bushes and hear branches breaking and see tree tops swaying, you’re probably witnessing a bear climbing a fruit tree. Generally people aren’t concerned with bears cleaning up the apples that fall. After all, bears were here first.

People become concerned when the bears get a taste for something more alluring than any apple tree — garbage. Every year conservation officers have to destroy problem bears; bears that have become habituated to human garbage and can’t be relocated. Very few people are glad to hear that a bear has been killed. Options vary when you are dealing with urban animals;

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Looking at our neighbors in Grand Forks, one can see how deer have quickly become an issue. In Grand Forks the local population of deer in the city has grown dramatically. A recent survey counted 300 animals regularly in town. Deer living within the city limits have caused property damage and have

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been involved in a number of road accidents.

The deer congregate in the city likely because of the abundance of food (many gardeners can attest to this) and the lack of predators. This fall, the ministry approved a request to cull 80 deer to help bring the population under control. Although the only polling on the issue was a non-scientific newspaper survey, opinion on the cull was split almost down the middle.

57% of respondents clicked the box for “Yes — there is just no other way to deal with it” and 43% picked 3 other options that spared the deer.

It is the opinion of most wildlife experts that the only realistic way to substantially reduce urban populations of problem animals like deer and rabbits is to cull them. And not just once, but every year over several years or the effect won’t be substantial. This rubs a lot of people the wrong way which is understandable.

There are other strategies for dealing with urban animals. We can limit their access to food like garbage, gardens, and compost, but it has to be something that everyone buys into. Sterilization is another option that has been used with limited success.

If these strategies aren’t appropriate where you live then you need to learn to get along with wildlife and expect some loss in the garden or in our fruit trees. Think of it, if you were a deer and had to choose a forest full of wolves and mountain lions or the city full of delicious gardens and no predators, which would you choose?

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Kinnaird Elementary kindergartners got a chance to skate with the Castlegar Rebels on Tuesday morning.

Kindergartners learn to skate like Rebels CHELSEA NOVAK Castlegar News

Some Castlegar kindergartners have been getting skating lessons from their local hockey heroes.

Kindergarten students from Kinnaird Elementary spent Tuesday morning on the ice with the Castlegar Rebels, who helped the kids learn to skate and whisked them around the ice on chairs.

“They’re so excited,” said Elaine Pilla, kindergarten teacher. “Some of them are extremely nervous of course, but we had one girl last week where she wanted nothing to do [with them], she was so shy, and then by the end of the hour session she had a Rebel that was helping her skate along the ice.”

The skating sessions are part of the school’s Learn to Skate program. “[It] just provides an opportunity for both of the kindergarten

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classes to play together. Kindergarten is all about play based learning, so it develops friendship, … as well as the skating skills,” said Pilla.

Though the kindergartners will only have three sessions in total, their skills are already improving.

“The development of these kids within three sessions is absolutely amazing,” said Pilla.

“It’s good to see that the kids are improving,” said Carson Wornig, captain of the Rebels. “It’s really fun. It’s nice see that they enjoy having us out here.”

Pilla was impressed with the way this year’s Rebels team interacted with the kids.

“All of [the Rebels] have been really good, but this group in particular, they just seem to gravitate towards the kids, and start talking to them and asking them questions,” she said. “It’s just a really, really neat program to have them interact with each other.”

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Open house and discussion: Public access across the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam

We’re hosting an open house and discussion to update you on the results of a recent risk assessment regarding public access across the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam. We’d like to hear your feedback, as the input we receive from the community will assist us in finding a long-term solution.

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Thursday, February 11, 2016

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Open house: 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Presentation: 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Discussion: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A recent risk assessment for the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam determined that allowing traffic to use the dam deck as a roadway is a high risk activity with serious potential consequences. This is due to the dam deck’s unusual configuration, poor or obstructed sight lines, driver inattention and failure to obey posted speed limits.

The risk assessment looked at potential options for keeping the dam deck open for public use, and found that there are no reasonable safety measures that can be put into place to ensure worker and public safety, and recommends that the dam deck be permanently closed to public access.

For more information, please contact Mary Anne Coules at 250 365 4565.

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Upcoming FEBRUARY CASTLEGAR SR. ACTIVITIES @ COMPLEX Monday 10 a.m. Darts 1 p.m. Whist Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling 1 p.m. Crafts 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Line Dancing 7 p.m. Pool Wednesday Feb 3 & 24, 9 - 11 a.m. Learning place for seniors Feb 10 – iPad workshop – settings 11:30 a.m. Euchre Feb 3 & 24 11:30 -12:30 nidus Webinar 1 p.m. Rummoli Thursday 9:30 a.m. Floor Curling Feb 11, 18, $ 25 - 1 p.m. Bingo 2 p.m. General Meeting Starting Jan. 14, 2 p.m. Tea Dance Friday 10 a.m. Qi Gong 1 p.m. Crib Feb. 12 - 5-10 p.m. Dinner Dance

This page is for community, charity or fundraising events that are free (or nearly so) that run at the editor’s discretion. Dated events take priority. If you have previously posted an event and want it to run again, provide an up-to-date version with contact details to newsroom@castlegarnews. com, drop off at our office at Unit A - 1810 8th Ave in Castlegar or call us at 250-365-6397.

meal will be served at 4:30 p.m. Please use the basement entrance at the back of the church.

For info phone 250-365-7500.

CASTLEGAR-ROBSON LEGION MEAT DRAW: Every Saturday in the Lounge, 4 to 6 p.m.

Guests must be signed in.

BLUEBERRY BOTTLE DRIVE: Please drop off refundable bottles and cans at the Blueberry School. All donations go towards funding programs and events at the school.

TOPS GROUP meets every Wednesday from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Kinnaird Hall, 2320 Columbia Ave. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy, lose weight. Call 250365-7956.

INTERNATIONAL CULTURE FESTIVAL: Family Day – Monday, Feb. 8 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Castlegar & District Community Complex. This is an awareness fundraiser in support of the Castlegar Refugee Project which is organizing to bring a refugee family to the Castlegar area. Admission: $2/ person, $5/family or free with a larger donation. Come share your culture, food, art, traditions, music and more. For more info.

Contact Julie Leffelaar at jdleffelaar@yahoo. ca or 365-5442.

THE CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TREASURE SHOP is located at 210-11th Ave. downtown Castlegar (250-3657317), offering quality housewares, clothing, furniture, electronics, silent auctions and much more. Donations are accepted Wednesdays and Saturdays only. Open Monday to Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We also have a gift shop located in the Castlegar Health Clinic for new infant/kids clothing (250-304-1274). www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org

Ongoing

ABOUT BREASTFEEDING: Informative support group for breastfeeding moms.

Neighbourhood House in Castlegar, Tuesday, 10:30 to noon. More info: 250-365-3662, or see kootenayfamilyplace.org

YOGA CLASSES for people living with MS are sponsored by the WKMS Society. Classes are held at the Columbia River Yoga Studio and are free for members of the MS Society. Please contact Lonnie Facchina. Phone ( toll free) 1-800-268-7582, ext.7259 or instructor Janice Ferraro, 250-365-5428.

SELKIRK COLLEGE NURSING PROGRAM Beans & Rice Dinner. Feb. 5 @ 6 p.m. @ St. Rita’s Church, 513 7th Ave, Castlegar. Doors open 5:30 p.m. $10 per person. Contact Roberta Hamilton Ph: 250-365-1197

TWIN RIVERS COMMUNITY CHOIR meets Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m. in the St. Peter Lutheran Church basement (713 Fourth St.). Twin Rivers Community Choir is Castlegar’s community choir, a group of enthusiastic singers from all backgrounds and abilities. We love music and we love to sing. Why not consider joining us?

THE OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP Monday, February 15, 2016 will meet at 2 p.m. at the Kiro Wellness Center, 1500 Columbia Avenue, Trail. Scheduled guest: Duane Lehr,tax investment and expert from Pinpoint Personal Tax Services For further info, please call 250-368-9827 or 250-3656276.

LIONS CLUB 6TH ANNUAL MOVE-A-THON Feb. 20 10 a.m. - noon, skate or walk to raise funds for the group/charity of your choice and the Lions Club (50/50 split) Pledge forms available at the Complex or call Joanne at 250-365-3884.

CASTLEGAR VALENTINE’S MARKET: Saturday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Castlegar and District Community Complex. Get all your Valentine’s shopping done in one place with over 25 vendors and crafters to choose from.

Contact Samantha Thor-Larsen at samanthathorlarsen@hotmail.com.

1995 Columbia Ave Trail 250-364-1208

PAINTING THE STARS! Feb. 2 to Mar. 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Join a discussion group on Tuesday evenings to listen, discuss and evolve. In partnership, St. David’s Anglican Church and Castlegar United Church welcome all who are interested in science (brain) and matters of spirituality (heart). Please email office@castlegarunited.ca or phone 250-365-8337 to register.

Space is limited. Please register early! For more information, see www.livingthequestions.com.

CASTLEGAR ROYAL LEGION January 30. Free Computer Lessons for Seniors 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the hall. February 23 Open House 6-8pm to honor the people and businesses who helped with renovations.

Come see our renovations; new furniture; windows , handicap bathroom

GRAD REUNION Mt. View 1966 - 50th Reunion — grads send contact info to mtview1966@gmail.com or call Dave Hutchings 250-477-4505.

1507 Columbia Ave Castlegar 250-365-2955

USCC CULTURAL INTERPRETIVE SOCIETY volunteers meet Mondays & Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Interpretive & Training Centre, 820 Markova Rd., beside the Brilliant Cultural Centre. Drop in and browse through our gift shop for unique hand-crafted items.

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

CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB meets the third Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Castlegar Community Complex. For a fresh gardening perspective and inspirations that will linger long after the meeting, stop in for a visit. Information: Wendy Eggleton at 250-3650150 or wendy.eggleton@icloud.com.

THE NEW LIFE CHURCH (behind the Castlegar Primary School) will be serving hot nutritious meals for people in the community every Thursday. Doors open at 3:45 p.m. and the

FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING for problem gambling through Castlegar Community Services, call 250-608-2254.

COMMUNITY HARVEST FOOD BANK & DROP-IN CENTRE: Monday, Food Bank , 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Drop-in centre, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (free). Lunch served 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Friday Drop-in centre, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (free). Lunch served 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Food donations can be dropped off on any of these days at St. David’s Church. Call 250-608-2227.

ROBSON SUNDAY MARKET Open EVERY Sunday 9am to 2pm. Breakfast served until food runs out. Lots of crafts, collectibles, borscht, treats, and lots more!

Call Kathy to book a table or for more info.

250.365.3796 Looking forward to seeing everyone out!!

SELKIRK WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, 10 to 11 a.m. followed by show and tell.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAMS: Classes for adults, Conversation Club, Family Drop-in for families with young children, one-on-one tutoring. Free. Call Corinne at 250-687-4714.

THE SHARING POT DINNER: The Sharing Pot Dinner serves hot dinners on Tuesdays at 12 p.m. downtown at the Cadet Hall. No charge.

ST. DAVID’S & UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP is located at 605 Columbia Ave. Stock includes clothing, shoes, bedding, linens, books, household items and sewing, knitting & craft supplies. Hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Big thanks to all our customers for their support!

CASTLEGAR A.A. MEETINGS AT THE PIONEER ARENA: Sunday at 10 a.m.; Tuesday at 7 p.m.

(Dennis 250-365-2738); Wednesday at noon (Dan 250-359-7817); Thursday and Saturday at 8 p.m. (Jim at 250-365-6216 or Alex 250359-7031); and Saturday at 8 p.m. (Len at 250365-7805).

AL-ANON MEETS EVERY MONDAY NIGHT for people whose lives have been affected by someone’s drinking. Mondays 8-9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building). Contact Sydney at 250-608-1867.

CASTLEGAR JUDO CLUB is now operating out of the Kinnaird Park Community Church building, Room 10. Mondays and Thursdays from 6:15 to 8 p.m.

COLUMBIA BASIN ALLIANCE FOR LITERACY (CBAL) WINTER PROGRAMS: Community Learning Place Castlegar Library Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m.

Mother Goose (0-12 months old) Castlegar Library Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Sponsored by Zellstoff Celgar Tech Learning Place Castlegar Seniors Centre January 27, February 3, 24 English Language Classes Castlegar Library Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. (childminding on Thursdays) Settlement Services for Newcomers Contact Corinne at 250-687-4714 or castlegarsettlement@cbal.org ESL Family Time Kootenay Family Place Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon Scrabble Club Castlegar Public Library 6:15 to 7:45 p.m.

Second Tuesday of the month Family Literacy Week Events (Jan. 23-30): Free Sing & Swim for families with young children (sponsored by Zellstoff Celgar) Jan. 24, 3-4 p.m. at the Community Complex.

Registration required, please call 250-687-4983.

Family Literacy Fun! Castlegar & District Public Library Jan. 23rd 12-2 p.m.

Join us for fun activities, stories, songs, snacks, prizes and more!

Please send items to newsroom@castlegarnews.com

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Castlegar hosts Atom hockey tournament BETSY KLINE Castlegar News

Two Castlegar teams participated in an Atom hockey tournament this weekend here in Castlegar.

Twelve teams of nine and ten year olds including the Castlegar Lightning and the Castlegar Junior Rebels took part in the tournament. Teams from Nakusp, Spokane, Nelson, Vernon, Fernie, Kelowna, Grand Forks, Trail and Cranbrook travelled here for games that took place at both the Castlegar Complex and Pioneer Arena.

The Castlegar Lightning tied their first game in a nail-biter against the Nelson Leafs. “We had a great game, we came out strong, I thought we dominated the play,” said Lightning coach Wayne Salekin. “[The Leafs] got a couple of sneaky goals in on us there that put us down. But our kids kept their heads in it and they just fought back and tied it up. We would have liked to have won but we ran out of time. The kids played great, I was happy and proud of their effort.

Matthew Weins was awarded the honour of player of the game.”

The Castlegar Junior Saints did not fare as well in their first game as they struggled against a strong Nakusp team that dominated the game.

Both Castlegar teams had strong games Saturday morning. The Lightning defeated the Vernon Ice Kings 10-2 and the Junior Saints defeated the Boundary Predators 9-2.

NEW: Recreation Infrastructure Grants Grants available for projects that focus on the construction of new and/or upgrades to existing recreational infrastructure in the Basin.

A Junior Saint stretches for the puck during the Atom hockey tournament held in Castlegar over the weekend.

Eligible projects may include backcountry trail networks, swimming pools, ice rinks, curling arenas, sports fields and parks.

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The Lightning followed up by defeating Fernie 8-3 Saturday night. The Junior Saints followed suit defeating the Kelowna Tigers 7-5. “We had some great goal tending and a lot of good effort,” said coach Jeremiah Benbow.

In the playoffs the Lightning fought a hard battle against the Kelowna Tigers, but unfortunately lost out in the final 24 seconds of the game when the Tigers scored a goal, breaking the tied score. The Lightning finished in eighth place.

The Junior Saints had a great final game and beat the Nelson Leafs 6-3, ending the tournament in fifth place.

The gold and silver match was played between the Fernie Ghostriders and the Grand Forks Bruins with the Ghostriders coming out on top winning 6-3.

Deadline for first of two intakes is Monday, March 14.

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The Castlegar Nordic Ski Club held its 29th annual Troll Loppet on Sunday morning and had a record turnout for the 40 km course.

There were 149 skiers who showed up to participate in the fun cross country ski marathon, and a record 26 skiers who participated in the 40 km event.

Things kicked off around 10 a.m. Conrad Brattebo — the last living founding member of the club — was dressed in his

viking costume and started skiers off with a swipe of his wooden sword.

Skiers came from all over the region, with participants from Castlegar, Robson, Trail, Rossland, Nelson, Grand Forks, Winlaw, Slocan and Salmo.

Participants ranged in age from four yearsold to too old to say, and there was a special two km course setup around Mud Lake for the youngest children.

“I think one of the really neat things is that you get the participation of the young kids,” said Audrey

Yoga Classes January 4 - March 11 2016 Register for two classes a week and attend any appropriate classes for no extra charge.

Yoga for MS Monday and Friday 1:00-2:30 Studio Wednesday 10:00-11:00 Trail Stay Strong Yoga for Older Adults Tuesday and Thursday 8:45-10:15 Studio Yoga All Levels Tuesday and Thursday 10:30-12:00 Studio Beginners Yoga Tuesday 6:00-7:30 Library The Children’s Class Wednesday 3:15-4:30 Studio NEW The Men’s Class All Levels Thursday 5:00-6:30 Library Intermediate and Advanced Thursday 6:30-8:00 Library Private Lessons

By Arrangement Both Studios are fully equipped.

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Andre, a volunteer at the event. “So you have the kids coming in, and learning how to do this and getting out in the fresh air.”

The event is completely volunteer run and involves a lot of preparation. Volunteers took care of registration, prizes and snacks for participants, among other things.

“The huge amount of work this year was the track setting, because [the snow] was steady. There were people out tracking

away last night and early this morning to get everything in shape for this event,” said Kim Matson, event organizer.

The event is just for fun, and all participants take home a prize. Matson said that makes it the best time for skiers to try a longer run.

“It’s a good day to challenge yourself to do a long ski because the tracks are perfectly set, [and] there are juice and goodies for you,” she said.

NOTICE TO PARENTS: School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia)

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

for the 2016-2017 school year will be held during the week of February 1-5, 2016.

Children who turn 5 years old between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016, should plan to be registered for Kindergarten September 2016 during Kindergarten registration week, February 1-5, 2016.

Please note the following: • Kindergarten is a full-day, every day program.

• Parents/Guardians should bring their child’s Birth Certificate, Care Card and, if applicable, legal documents regarding custody, with them when registering.

• All Kindergarten students should register at their catchment area school.

• Once registered, parents/guardians can opt to: - fill out a Student Transfer Request form if they would like their child to attend a different school, or - fill out a Language Program Application Form if they would like their child to attend the Russian Bilingual Language Program or the Early French Immersion Language Program (both Language Programs are offered at Twin Rivers Elementary School in Castlegar).

• Families opting to transfer, or applying to a Language Program, are reminded to read all information and to follow all directions as noted on each form.

• Families requiring bussing should also complete a Transportation Request Form.

• All forms will be available at all schools, or they can be downloaded at www.sd20.bc.ca.

For further information regarding the language programs offered at Kindergarten, please contact Kere MacGregor, Principal, Twin Rivers Elementary (250-365-8465 ext 650); Denise Flick, Vice-Principal, Twin Rivers Elementary (250-365-5744 ext 649); or Bill Ford, Assistant Superintendent (250-368-2230).

Learn more about this program at cbt.org/recreationapply.

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

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Contact Rick Allen to discuss your project at 1.250.417.3665 or 1.800.505.8998.

Castlegar Recreation Department Aquatic Centre Hours Monday & Wednesday

6:30am - 9:00pm

Public Swim

Tuesday & Thursday

9:00am - 9:00pm

Public Swim

Friday

6:30am - 8:30pm

Public Swim

Saturday

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Sunday

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Midget Rep Tournament – no public skate Jan 29 - 31

Upcoming February Programs Discover Dance – starts Feb 11 Red Cross Swim Lessons – starts Feb 16 Dance – starts Feb 11 Red Cross Adult Swim Basics – starts Feb 4 Ladies Beginner Snowshoe Trip - Feb 21 Spin & Sculpt – starts Feb 9 Balance & Mobility – starts Feb 17 Introducing Sivananda Yoga – starts Feb 13

Community Selkirk Saints vs TWU Friday Jan 29 Game 7:00pm Rebels vs Kimberley Sat Jan 30 Game 7:00pm Family Day Free Skate & Swim Monday Feb 8th 1:30-4:30pm Community Complex

Check out the International Cultural Festival Refugee project Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations.

If you would like your event mentioned in this event calendar please e-mail the information to Castlegar Recreation Department at casrec@rdck.bc.ca or call 365-3386 ext 0.

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Fertility Awareness Week was held last May. It was a week for governments, patients and families to reflect on the challenges that many people face to have children. The technology to improve the chances of conception have improved immensely during the past decade but still some couples have problems. It can be a sad and lonely time. For help and support, try this website: fertilitymatters.ca There are links to many resources to help couples feel not so alone.

It’s good to be aware of any changes in the appearance of any part of your body. This applies to moles and other skin blemishes, feet (especially important for diabetics) and breasts. In the case of breast changes, watch for lumps, size and shape changes of the breast or nipples as well as any abnormal discharges. Share any body changes with your doctor.

The mid-day nap is a common cultural phenomenon in countries like Spain and Mexico. But daytime nap can be good for you, too. It can help lower your blood pressure which in turn can reduce your risk of heart attack. Not everyone can insert a daily siesta into their life but if you can, give it a try.

The World Health Organization announced that we are a step closer to the total eradication of polio.

The WHO has removed Nigeria from the list of countries where polio is still a threat. It has been a year without any cases of polio. When the country goes for three years, it can be declared polio free.

For information on vaccines, talk to our pharmacists. We believe in immunization.

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The Selkirk College Saints’ pursuit of a fourth straight British Columbia Intercollegiate Hockey League (BCIHL) title begins in earnest this Friday night against the Trinity Western Spartans.

With the second semester of play underway, the three-time defending league champions begin a string of five straight home games at the Castlegar & District Recreation Centre where they hope to get a firm grasp on the top seed heading into the post-season.

“This team certainly has what it takes to become champions once again,” says Saints head coach Brent Heaven. “There’s still plenty of work to be done and we are going to get better, but we have put ourselves in a great position to compete with any team in this league.”

The Saints currently sit one point back of Simon Fraser University (SFU) for first place in the BCIHL standings. The team is coming off a big 7-3 Saturday night win against Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Washington where the powerplay got hot with five goals on seven opportunities.

Earlier this month the team traveled to the Lower Mainland where they took part in the BCIHL University Showcase.

The Saints beat both Trinity Western and the University of Victoria, but fell 4-3 to SFU in an entertaining game that was decided in a shootout.

“The showcase gave us a good opportunity to get a focused look at where we are at this point in the season,” says Heaven. “All three games featured excellent hockey and our guys showed that we can win on any given night.

There were also a lot of scouts in the stands taking a look at how

Ashton McLeod and the Selkirk College Saints had plenty to celebrate this past weekend when they topped Eastern Washington University 7-3 on Saturday night in Cheney, Washington. The team returns home on Friday night for a tilt with the Trinity Western University Spartans at the Castlegar & District Recreation Centre starting at 7 p.m. our players might fit into another program once they graduate from Selkirk College. Our guys certainly gave them something to think about.”

The trio of Dallas Calvin, Jamie Vlanich and Ryan Edwards continue to lead the way offensively for the Saints. All three West Kootenay-raised forwards are in the top-five of league scoring, but Heaven says the team’s depth is what stands out.

“It’s fun to watch these young men perform on the ice,” says Heaven. “But championship teams are not built with one line or three individual players. It’s a luxury as a coach to be able to roll four lines and know that every single player has the ability to make an important contribution each time they are out there.

Most importantly, our play in our own zone has been developing well, we are fortunate to have

such a strong defensive core and great goaltending.”

Trinity Western currently sits third in the league, but are last season’s defending regular season champions. Heaven expects an entertaining game on Friday night.

“When we played them earlier this month, it was a great battle,” says Heaven. “They have one of the top goaltenders in the league [Silas Matthy] who is able to withstand our constant attack on offence. It took a powerplay goal by Ashton McLeod midway through the third period to get the win. I’m expecting another great game and this will be an important test as we make our way to the playoffs.”

The BCIHL post-season begins on the March 11-13 weekend. Friday night’s game at the Castlegar & District Recreation Centre begins at 7 p.m.

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Thursday, January 28, 2016 Castlegar News

MINOR Hockey WEEK CASTLEGAR

MINOR Hockey MIDGET HOUS E 2016

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MINOR Hockey MIDGET HOUS E 2016

Good luck players & thank you parents & volunteers as we celebrate Minor Hockey!

Katrine Conroy, MLA

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Rebels beat Leafs in overtime after slaughtering Creston night before

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JONATHAN SCHWARCZ Castlegar News

The Rebels had back to back wins last Friday and Saturday Jan. 22 and 23 in front of hometown fans. The visiting Creston Valley Thunder Cats were reduced to a meow on Friday. The Rebels took control of the game from the start of the second period sinking five goals down their gullet.

Nick Headrick scored twice in the third period assisted by Darren Medeiros for both goals and Vince Bitonti for one and Jesse Reeds for another. Bitonti scored himself and gained an assist in the second period. It was not bad work for a defenceman and it merited him the Away Team Star.

Saturday saw a tougher match with the Nelson Leafs mainly due to some fine goaltending by Nelson Leafs’ Patrick Ostermann who was awarded the Away Team Star. He fended off attack after attack created by the manoeuvres of the Rebels’ offence and defence. Forty-three shots went his way. He only allowed one goal during regular play. But it was Nick Headrick’s continuous sharpshooting that finally won the day with a minute and half remaining in the first five minute overtime period.

The Nelson Leafs’ No. 6 Aigne McGeady-Bruce was given a two minute penalty on a play that perhaps warranted a penalty shot.

With the one man advantage the Rebels dominated the puck in the Leafs zone. Knowing Headrick’s abilities the Leafs’ defence tried almost desperately to physically “take him out”. But with no further penalties called the Rebels

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Rebels’ Nick Headrick faces off against Leafs’ goalie Patrick Ostermann Jonathan Schwarcz photo seconds before scoring winning goal. played a game of patience as they passed the puck quicker than one could follow with one’s eyes from player to player from the corner to the point to the centre and then finally with hundreds of spectators shouting simultaneously, “Shoot It! Shoot It! Shoot It!” Headrick snapped one away. And like piercing an apple on top of someone’s head with an arrow, the puck went in the space that lies below the groin of the goalie to score.

Headrick was awarded the Home Team Star. His playing abilities were welcomed back along with Mike Bhatoa who spent Jan.15-17 on the sidelines nursing minor injuries. Also welcomed this game was the fine goaltending of new Rebels backup goalie Paul Broadbent. He stopped 22 of 23 shots to keep the Leafs to one goal. He fills the gap left by Joseph Mcleod who was bumped up to play Junior A Hockey in

Prince George.

Nick Headrick spoke after the game about the winning goal.

“Kept it simple. They couldn’t get the puck out and then I had a chance to shoot and I found the net luckily.” When asked about his injury the week before, he replied, “I had something wrong with my oblique muscles, but it is all better now.”

With their best skate forward, the Rebels are a force to be reckoned with. They are only eight points behind first place Beaver Valley, who lost one of their weekend games, in the Neil Murdoch Division of the KIJHL. The Rebels play at home on Saturday, Jan. 30 against the Kimberly Dynamiters.

Kimberly are in first place in the Eddie Mountain Division with a record of 33 wins and 5 losses.

The game without a doubt will be explosive. Puck charge is dropped at 7 p.m.

Family Day activities in Castlegar BETSY KLINE Castlegar News

As we all look forward to a mid-winter day off on Family Day, Feb. 8, it’s not too soon to start planning what you are going to do. The day is promoted as an opportunity to spend more time with your family and there are several local opportunities to take advantage of that

will appeal to people of all ages.

Ski hills across the province will be offering half price lift tickets.

Red Mountain Resort, Whitewater Ski Resort and Salmo Ski Hill are all participating in the promotion. The discount applies to regular ticket window prices.

Multiple events are taking place at the Castlegar Community

Complex. Free skating and swimming will take place between 1:30 and 4:30 p.m.

The C ast legar R e f u ge e Proj e c t will also be hosting an International Cultural Festival at the Community Complex.

The event is designed to be both a fun educational activity and fundraiser. Taking place from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

the event will have over 30 groups showcasing their ethnic heritage.

The list of presentations includes Greek, Israeli, Portuguese, Scottish and Indian dances. Doukhobor choirs, First Nations drumming, and displays from Finnish, French, Japanese, Venezuelan, Chinese and Romanian cultures are also on the agenda.

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L 5 13 14 18 36

T OT 0 4 1 2 0 4 0 0 1 2

PTS 70 53 52 48 11

GF/A +84 +47 +32 +8 -136

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nEIL MurdocH dIvISIon TEAM GP W x-Beaver Valley Nitehawks 43 30 x-Castlegar Rebels 41 27 x-G. Forks Border Bruins 43 19 x-Nelson Leafs 42 17 Spokane Braves 43 5

L 9 12 20 23 34

T OTL PTS 2 2 64 2 0 56 0 4 42 0 2 36 0 4 14

GF/A +68 +44 -28 -27 -118

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W 27 26 24 19 8

L 11 11 13 19 27

T OTL PTS 1 4 59 2 4 58 3 2 53 2 2 42 2 5 23

GF/A +33 +34 +29 +7 -87

S W3 T1 W1 T1 L5

oKanagan dIvISIon TEAM GP x-Osoyoos Coyotes 42 x-Summerland Steam 42 Kelowna Chiefs 42 N. Okanagan Knights 43 Princeton Posse 41

W 31 26 20 12 9

L 9 14 19 24 29

T OTL PTS 1 1 64 0 2 54 2 1 43 3 4 31 2 1 21

GF/A +89 +30 -3 -32 -74

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PTS 67 59 58 58 58 57 55 55 51 51

PIM 42 30 14 101 30 85 20 26 89 33

Scoring Leaders Player 1. Rainer Glimpel 2. Alec Wilkinson 3. Cole Keebler 4. Micheal Cardinal 5. Jordan Busch 6. Eric Buckley 7. Tayden Woods 8. Jared Marchi 9. Braden Fuller 10. Justin Peers

Team OSO CVT FER CVR KIM KIM CGR KIM BVN FER

GP 42 40 30 40 42 42 41 42 38 35

G 24 12 27 26 8 19 24 23 22 19

A 43 47 31 32 50 38 31 32 29 32

Goaltending Leaders (min. five games played) Player Team GAA SP W 1. Tavin Grant KAM 1.90 .931 8 2. Brett Soles OSO 1.91 .937 19 3. Tyson Brouwer KIM 1.99 .927 26 4. Tallon Kramer BVN 2.07 .937 8 5. Nic Bruyere CHA 2.25 .929 18 6. Aidan Doak REV 2.26 .922 12 7. Adam Derochie 1MH 2.26 .940 9 8. Mitch Traichevich KIM 2.27 .915 7 9. Adam Jones PRI 2.30 .921 9 10. Spencer Eschyschyn KAM 2.32 .907 12

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John John Denisoff Jr. Sadly the family of John John Denisoff Jr. of Glade wishes to announce his unexpected passing at the Castlegar Urgent Care Centre on Saturday, January 9, 2016, blessed with 83 years of life.

John was born in Glade on June 29, 1932 to parents Polly and John Denisoff and lived in Glade his entire life. On December 18, 1954, he married Elsie Nichivalodoff and they raised three children. John spent much of his life operating a skidder in the forest industry. In his younger years he was an avid fisherman and he enjoyed playing a guitar and a harmonica. He also liked operating his tractor.

John was predeceased by his grandson Shawn Ryan Girard, his brother Nick and his sister Olga.

Left to mourn his loss is his loving wife of 61 years Elsie; his son Dan (Sue) and their daughters Ashley and Niki; his daughter Deb (Rob) Girard and their daughters Melanie (Shawn) Loxton and Jennifer Girard; his daughter Jane (Gerald) Gulka and their sons Reece (Jaelyn) and great-granddaughter, Charlette Lena and Logan Gulka; his brother Steve (Vera) Denisoff; his sister Nettie Denisoff and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services were held at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Thursday, January 14, 2016 followed by interment in the Glade Cemetery.

Arrangements were in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel.

In Memory ofof In Loving Memory

Linda Joyce Barry

March 22,1961- January 19,2004 Little we knew that morning 12 years ago, Little did we know That God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same.

God decided he needed you there To spread your love, and your care Time goes bye,and we move on But our love for you is still strong Oh..Dear Linda Lou...

Miss you dearly we all do.

We miss you so much, your love so strong, Your voice so soft We know your resting well up there in That special loft.

So to say good by would be wrong...

Because we know you are with us every day long.

Love Always

Mo, Nicole, Danny, Jason, Melinda and families

Frank Andrew Stasila 1937 – 2015

With profound sadness, we regret to announce that: In the early hours of Saturday, December 26, 2015, our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Frank Andrew Stasila, at age 78 years, passed away in the Palliative Care Unit, Assiniboine Centre in Brandon, Manitoba following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Frank was born in Brandon, Manitoba in 1937 to Andrew and Mary Stasila.

His parents were Polish immigrants, of which Frank was very proud. In 1961, he married Sophie Ann Syrnyk from Hamiota, Manitoba and shortly thereafter moved to Grand Rapids, Manitoba, where he worked for Manitoba Hydro on a hydroelectric project. In 1965, he was offered a job on the Arrow (Keenleyside) Dam and moved to Castlegar. In 1967, nearing completion of the Arrow Dam, they returned to Manitoba, where he went back to work for Manitoba Hydro on the Kettle Rapids Project in Gilliam. Then in 1970, they purchased the bookstore on 4th Street and returned to Castlegar. They operated the bookstore for several years in the 1970’s. In 1972, Frank went to work on the Kootenay Canal Project and left Ann to run the bookstore. In the late “70’s, he went to work on another hydroelectric project in Nipawin, Saskatchewan and in 1986, he went back to work for Manitoba Hydro on the Limestone Project. During these years, the family remained behind in Castlegar until 1988, when Ann sold their house and rejoined Frank in Limestone. The family finally resettled in Brandon. Wherever Frank went, he developed many close and enduring friendships.

Besides being a loving and devoted family man, Frank was a communityminded man. He was actively involved in the Rod & Gun Club and the Curling Club in Grand Rapids. He was a Charter member of the Castlegar Selkirk Lions Club and the Chairman of the Lions Club Trade Fairs in both Castlegar and Nipawin, Saskatchewan. One of his memorable moments was being Santa Claus for patients at the Castlegar and District Hospital. In addition, he was an Executive Director of the Curling Clubs in both Castlegar and Nipawin. While on the Curling Club Executive in Castlegar, Frank suggested the name “Groundhog ‘Spiel” for the Men’s Annual Open Bonspiel.

Another moment to be remembered was when Frank saved a 12 year old boy who fell off the ferry into the Columbia River near Robson.

Frank was also very talented. He was an accomplished tenor and one of his favourite pastimes was singing with the Barber Shoppers, in choruses and stage productions, and in church choirs. He was an excellent artist, especially birds and wildlife. His art works toured with the Arts West Westman Juried Art Show and Travelling Gallery in Manitoba. Other activities that gave him much pleasure were curling, golfing, fishing, dancing and walking his dogs.

Frank’s daughters worshipped him as a very kind, gentle and loving father willing to do many good things for them like teaching them to swim, fish and garden. He was their hero and best friend, who sang to them in hard times and laughed with them in good times. He encouraged his family to follow their dreams, power through adversity, always do their best and always be proud of who they were.

Frank will lovingly be remembered by his wife of over 54 years, Sophie Ann; his loving daughter Leanne (Tom) Johnston and grandchildren Dominique and Benjamin of Calgary; and his other loving daughter Shelly of Brandon; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, and wonderful friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Mary; his brother John and his wife Velma; his brother Stanley and his wife Josephine; and his nephew Robert.

Frank now rests peacefully and without pain in Hamiota Cemetery, Manitoba.

Memories and condolences can be posted at: http//www.memorieschapel. com/book-of-memories/2323226/Stasila-Frank

Robert Morisseau December 12, 1954 - Selkirk, MB December 23, 2015 - Castlegar BC He loved to travel and play his trombone.

Survived by his daughter Colleen and brothers Doug, Dean and Garnet.

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Florence Kavaloff Florence Kavaloff (Negreiff) was born on May 3, 1928 at Grand Forks, BC and passed away on January 21, 2016 at Trail, BC. Flo met her husband William Kavaloff in Grand Forks and after they were married in 1947, they moved to Champion Creek. They eventually settled in Blueberry Creek and raised their daughter Grace. Flo was a compassionate woman, she loved to rescue and feed all God’s creatures. She adopted many abandoned dogs and cats and fed the ones she couldn’t bring home including the pesky raccoons. Her main passion was dogs and the dogs loved her back.

Flo worked as a waitress in the dining room of the High Arrow Arms Hotel for 17 years from the time the hotel first opened. She was an amazing lady that we were blessed to have the privilege to know and to have in our lives.

Flo was predeceased by her beloved daughter Barbara, parents William and Lucy Negreiff, brothers Pete, Bill and Nick, her in-laws William and Molly Kavaloff and sisters-in-law Mary Postnikoff and Vera Kavaloff.

Flo is survived by her husband William and daughter Grace Olsen, her sister Mary (Willie) Zaitsoff, sisters-in-law Polly and Audrey Negreiff, brothers-in-law John (Emma) Kavaloff and Paul (June) Kavaloff along with many nieces and nephews and many close friends.

Memorial donations may be made to the SPCA or any other animal rescue group.

There will be no service by request. A memorial celebration of life will take place in the spring.

Flo will be sorely missed by her family and friends, especially her rescue cat PeeWee and her grand-dog Mischa both of whom dearly loved their Baba.

Our thanks to Bill Strilaeff and the Castlegar Funeral Chapel for their incredible care and compassion during this difficult time.

To honor your loved one in the Nelson Star, please contact us at 250-352-1890 or by email: classifieds@nelsonstar.com

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Win a trip to New York’s Broadway district

The Kootenay Gallery is offering you an opportunity to win a three-night get-away for two to New York City’s world-reknown Broadway District in the heart of Manhattan! The package includes flight to and from a major Canadian city to New York, three night’s stay in your choice of one of three luxury hotels in Manhattan, your choice of dinner for two at one of four fabulous near-by restaurants and two tickets for a current Broadway show.

The Gallery is limiting available tickets to 125 so your chances of winning are excellent. There is a cash prize available as well.

Tickets are priced at $100 each and are available

at one of our community sponsors, the Castlegar branch of Heritage Credit Union, at the Kootenay Gallery or from the Gallery Board of Directors.

By purchasing a ticket you will be supporting the day-to-day operations and our up-coming relocation project. Tickets can be purchased until 4 p.m., April 26. The prize draws will be held live on the Goat (99.3 FM) on April 29.

Please check out more information on the Gallery website at www.kootenaygallery.com. To inquire about tickets, phone the Gallery at 250-3653337 or email kootenaygallery@telus.net. Don’t miss out on your chance to experience the bright lights of Broadway.

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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION In Loving Memory

Nick Verigin

A year has passed since you left us so suddenly, but your presence is with us always.

Edwin Frank Frost It is with great sadness the family of Edwin Frank Frost wishes to announce his passing at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail B.C. on Friday, January 22, 2016 blessed with 92 years of life.

Frank was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on May 4 1923 to parents Gladys and Ted Frost.

Frank grew up in Winnipeg and enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy during WWII. He served in the North Atlantic on corvettes making 11 crossings escorting supply convoys. Returning to Winnipeg after the war he met Wilma Gray and they were married in Cromer, Manitoba on June 26 1948. Initially the young couple lived in Winnipeg where Frank worked for the CNR railway and the first of their two children was born. The family packed up and moved to Prince Rupert in 1953 where their second child was born. Frank took up employment at the pulp mill, it was there that he became an instrument mechanic. The family moved again in 1960 to Castlegar for the construction of the new pulp mill where he worked at Celgar until his retirement in 1985. After retirement Frank and Wilma enjoyed square dancing, spending their summers camping and fishing on the Kootenay Lake, and wintering in Yuma, Arizona.

Frank was predeceased by his father Edwin Frost, his mother Gladys Frost (Cockett) and his wife Wilma.

Left to mourn his loss is his sister Joan Blais, son Randy (Linda) and grandchildren Jamie, Paul, Desmond, Lisa McKenzie, Ed Snow, and Jenna Lamont; son Tom (Karen) and grandchildren Lachlan, Sean, Kayla, Cody, Adam Sherstobitoff, and Johnny Read and six great-grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel and a Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.

Nick was born on Oct 16, 1930. The second child of six children in a Doukabour village in Cowley, Alberta.

He worked on a farm when everything was done by horsepower and manpower, while going to school. He also worked as a printer for the Pincher Creek Echo.

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Nick obtained his BA and MA degrees in education.

He taught school for 38 years between Alberta and BC and retired from School District #9 on June 30, 1989.

He was a proud member of the USCC, of the USCC Kootenay Mens Group and the BCTF - retired association.

As a person interested in Russian and Doukabour history, language, and culture Nick travelled to Russia 22 times. Many of which included taking tour groups to the USSR. He was a bridge builder and peacemaker. Always a teacher, Dad never stopped learning and striving for knowledge. He shared his knowledge with his students as well as with the community. Many times correcting the accuracy of major publications.

Dad enjoyed gardening, travel, reading, and appreciated good food. He was the smartest man we knew and we could always count on him for sensible advice.

In his later years he took great pride and enjoyment in his grandchildren.

Nick is predeceased by his parents: Annie and Mike Verigin, and brothers: Paul and Philip Verigin of Cowley, Alberta.

Nick left behind his siblings: Ann, Vera and Mike and their families.

His children: Mark, Yvonne, Colleen. Grandchildren: Riley, Brandon, Janneh.

We would like to thank family, friends and community for your support. Special thanks to the Brilliant Cultural Centre Staff, Castlegar Funeral Chapel, Funeral Officiator, Psalmists, Pass Creek Graveyard Committee.

Donations made to USCC. Your words of wisdom and encouragement will always be treasured. You are greatly missed never forgotten. We love you Dad, Deda.

Thank You On behalf of the Atoms Hockey Tournament Committee, we would like to thank all our parents, managers, coaches, players, officials and especially all of our sponsors who donated items to make our 2016 Castlegar tournament ACKLANDS ALEXANDER’S HOUSE OF BEAUTY ANDY DAVIDOFF (AREA I) APPLE GUY BREAKAWAY GRILL CANUCKS CARMEN’S AVON CARTWRIGHTS PUB CASTLEGAR GOLF COURSE CASTLEGAR REBELS CASTLEGAR NEWS CASTLEGAR VETERINARY HOSPITAL CHAMBERS CHEMICAL ADDICTION COCA-COLA COLANDER COLLEEN GIBSON COLUMBIA BASIN ALLIANCE FOR LITERACY COLUMBIA BASIN TRUST DALE REITAN DECODA LITERACY SOLUTIONS DOWNTOWN SHELL FORTIS HTR JENESSE KALESNIKOFF LUMBER LTD KEVIN KOOZNETSOFF TRUCKING KOOTENAY CENTRE CINEMA

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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Pest Management Plan: BC Hydro Facilities 2016-2021

The use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the Pest Management Plan (PMP) applies.

The purpose of the proposed PMP is to control vegetation at BC Hydro facilities to maintain safe and reliable operations which support the delivery of electricity to our customers. This plan applies to all areas of British Columbia where BC Hydro has operational or planned facilities such as electrical substations, generation switchyards, generating sites, communication sites, storage sites, administrative buildings, or land owned or leased for future facilities.

The proposed duration of the PMP is from April 2016 to April 2021.

Vegetation incompatible with the operation of the power system will be controlled using: physical (manual brushing, girdling, hand-pulling, hedge trimming, mowing, pruning, weed trimming or tree removal), cultural (gravel/hard surfacing, planting ground cover), biological (release of parasitic insects to control noxious and invasive plants) or chemical (herbicide application) techniques, or any combination of these methods.

The active ingredients and trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: ○ acetic acid – Ecoclear, Munger’s Hort Vinegar or equivalent, ○ aminocyclopyrachlor and chlorsulfuron – Truvist or equivalent ○ aminocyclopyrachlor and metsulfuron-methyl – Navius or equivalent ○ aminopyralid – Milestone or equivalent ○ aminopyralid and metsulfuron-methyl – ClearView or equivalent ○ aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl, and fluroxypyr – Sightline or equivalent ○ aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr – Clearview Brush or equivalent ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Chlorsulfuron – Telar or equivalent Chondrostereum purpureum – Chontrol or equivalent clopyralid – Lontrel, Transline or equivalent or equivalent dicamba – Vanquish, Banvel or equivalent dichlorprop-P and 2,4-D – Estaprop XT or equivalent diflufenzopyr and dicamba – Distinct, Overdrive or equivalent diuron – Karmex, Diurex 80 WDG or equivalent flumioxazin – Payload or equivalent glyphosate – Vantage, Vision or equivalent imazapyr – Arsenal Powerline or equivalent

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indaziflam – Esplanade or equivalent metsulfuron-methyl – Escort or equivalent picloram – Tordon 22k, Tordon 101 or equivalent picloram and 2,4-D – Aspect or equivalent triclopyr – Garlon products or equivalent Trifluralin – BioBarriere, Treflan or equivalent

○ 2,4-D – LV700 or equivalent Adjuvant products may also be combined on occasion with a herbicide to improve its effectiveness, such as: nonylphenoxy polyethoxy ethanol – Agral 90, paraffinic oils – Gateway, octadec-9-enoic acid as methyl and ethyl esters – Hasten NT, or siloxylated polyether – Xiameter or equivalents.

The proposed methods for applying herbicides include: soil applied techniques (backpack sprayer, powerhose or fixed boom sprayer), cut surface, basal bark, backpack foliar, mechanized foliar (fixed nozzle, boom directed nozzle, wick sprayer), and injection (hack and squirt, lance or syringe) techniques.

A draft copy of the proposed PMP is available at bchydro.com/pestplanforfacilities.

Alternatively, it is available in person at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby; 1401 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon; 18475 128 Street, Surrey; 400 Madsen Road, Nanaimo; 3333 22 Avenue, Prince George.

BC Hydro, the applicant for the proposed PMP, is located at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby, B.C., V3N 4X8.

Please contact Tom Wells, Vegetation Program Manager, at 604 516 8943 or thomas.wells@bchydro.com for more information.

A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the above address within 30 days of the publication notice.

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RDCK offers wood stove exchange rebates Pitch your old wood stove in the dump and get a new one through the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s wood stove exchange program.

Any pre-1994, uncertified wood stoves still in active use qualify for the program, which the RDCK has collaborated on with other local municipalities since 2009.

Sixty-six rebates each valued at $350 are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Residents must replace the wood stove with a new, locally purchased EPA or CSA-certified wood stove, gas stove, pellet stove or insert. The old stove, meanwhile, needs to be dismantled and brought to a local landfill or transfer station for disposal.

For a copy of the rebate application, visit rdck.ca.

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month CHELSEA NOVAK Castlegar News

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and Alzheimer Society BC offers support for locals affected by the disease.

Julie Leffelaar works out of Castlegar and is the support and education coordinator for the region.

She says that the society offers a caregiver support group in Trail that meets the second Tuesday of every month, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

“The caregiver could be a wife, a daughter, they may be living with the person, the person could be in care, the person could be in Halifax, so anybody who, you know,

Charlotte is a lovely, petite cat. She was left behind when her family moved away, and after about 8 months of trying to fend for herself and her kittens in the snow and cold, she became fearful of humans. But after 3 months in foster care, she has come along amazingly well, and now comes to her foster mom for pets and loving. She needs a nice quiet home without other cats as she has been beat up by other cats too many times. She is spayed, and just wants a forever family to learn to love and trust.

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is concerned and watching out for someone who has dementia,” says Leffelaar.

Those wishing to attend the caregiver support group must contact Leffelaar first at 1-855301-6742.

“People phone me and I can meet with them, and I send out packages of information. I send them all our printed matter about how to cope, especially with different stages,” she says.

Leffelaar will also be offering a workshop on understanding dementia in Rossland on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Rossland Public Library.

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BETSY KLINE Castlegar News

As part of Family Literacy Week the Castelgar and District Public Library hosted several events over the weekend.

One event was called the living library, where participants could check out a living book, a person who is an expert in their field, who would answer questions for 30 minutes.

Seniors advocate Sandi McCreight provided information on seniors services, education and outreach and met several new seniors. “This shows me that no matter how much outreach you do, there is always another venue where you can catch more clientele,” she said.

Karen Godbout, vice president of the West Kootenay Beekeepers offered information about bees and beekeeping. Castlegar Youth Council

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Living library for Family Literacy Week facilitator Zoe MacKay was on hand to speak to youth related issues and give information about the council. Julie Stockhausen with the West Kootenay Infant Development Program answered questions about children’s growth and development.

Librarian Laura Zaytsoff thought the event went really well. “We started out quite strong.

Everyone had a questioner and people have been trickling in and dropping by,” she said.

“It’s a great opportunity for us at the library to network with various people and build great relationships. There are great conversations going on.”

The children’s corner of the library was buzzing with activity as children participated in crafts, story time and face painting.

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Castlegar joins the colouring craze CHELSEA NOVAK Castlegar News

Castlegar officially joined in on the adult colouring craze when the Castlegar and District Public Library started a colouring club this month.

Local librarian Laura Zaytsoff organizes the club.

“We noticed that there was a really big emerging trend of colouring clubs around the province and the country and we wanted to provide a space for people to come and meet new people,” she said.

The colouring club meets every second Monday and will meet next on Monday, Feb. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Participants are invited to bring their own books and supplies, but the library also has colouring sheets, markers and crayons they can use.

Adult colouring books feature more intricate designs than a typical child’s colouring book, and often include elaborate doodles, mandalas and zentangles.

One big reason they’ve taken off is because of their therapeutic benefits.

A number of studies have found that art therapy can be beneficial. One study done in 2005 specifically found that colouring mandalas successfully decreased anxiety and depression among patients at an inpatient psychiatric facility.

Another study done the same year found that colouring mandalas in particular (as opposed to a plaid pat-

Sunshine Latimer (left) and Linda Areshenkoff (right) at the Castlegar and District Library colouring club on Monday night.

Betsy Kline photo tern or blank piece of paper) reduced anxiety. Those conducting the study concluded “that structured coloring of a reasonably complex geometric pattern may induce a meditative state that benefits individuals suffering from anxiety.”

Zaytsoff says that while the colouring club now only meets once every two weeks, hopefully it will eventually take off on its own, and members can arrange meetings between themselves.

“It’s a nice, safe, inclusive, very comfortable environment, where if you want to talk you can and if you want to colour and don’t talk that’s fine,” said Zaytsoff.

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Challenge to practice Biblical love “Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.” – I Corinthians 13:4-7 KJV Since Valentine’s Day is approaching, I decided to write on the subject of love. There is no shortage of Scriptures on love and no one is more qualified to speak on the subject than God for we are told that “God is love” (I John 4:8). Frankly, the world seems rather inept to give us a true explanation of what real love is. Therefore, we turn to the Bible for an accurate view of what love is like and 1 Corinthians 13 is a chapter entirely given to the subject.

Notice first, that the word love is not used but rather charity in the King James Version. Some translations prefer the word love but I like this rendering for it conveys the idea of giving. You can give without loving but you cannot love without giving. Notice how the verses above describe love.

Love is long-suffering. Whenever we act impatient towards another we have ceased to act in love. Love is kind. This is the counterpart of patience — patience takes anything

TOM

KLINE

Faith Foundations

May God richly bless you and may you rejoice in the love He has for you. from others, kindness will give anything to others. Love is not envious.

There are two levels of jealousy. One says, “I want what they have,” the other says, “If I can’t have it, I wish they didn’t have it.” Both are unloving. Love does not vaunt itself, in other words it doesn’t brag. This is the other side of jealousy — trying to make others jealous of what we have. Love is not puffed up; it is not arrogant. Arrogance is big headed, love is big hearted. Love doesn’t behave unseemly or rudely.

When I am rude towards someone I am saying I don’t love them. Love does not seek her own; it is not selfish. Love is not easily provoked. It guards against being irritated, upset, or angered. Love thinketh no evil.

The idea of this phrase in the Greek is to keep account of wrongs suffered. If you keep track of these you’re sure to quench love. Love doesn’t rejoice over evil, it is not suspicious or cynical but gives the benefit of the doubt. Even when belief in a loved one is shattered, love still hopes. Love holds fast, it refuses to stop bearing or stop believing, or stop hoping. Love doesn’t give up!

I want you to know that Jesus loves you more than you can imagine and He can teach us to love each other. May God richly bless you and may you rejoice in the love He has for you.

Pastor Tom Kline Castlegar Baptist Church www.castlegarbaptistchurch.com

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