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Views B.C. Views: Premiers do the carbon shuffle

by Tom Fletcher Premier Christy Clark had her dancing shoes on as yet another “climate change” meeting ended in disarray in Vancouver last week.

“This is not the end,” Clark assured reporters after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the premiers emerged with no agreement on a national minimum carbon price. No kidding.

Trudeau declared victory by announcing the unanimous consent to a “Vancouver Declaration,” which basically pays lip service to the concept of “carbon pricing” and kicks another grand federal election promise down the road.

As the rest headed for jets waiting at Vancouver airport, Clark expressed the hope that the public would say “they got together and they made progress.”

Did they? Let’s take a look.

Going into the Whistler-Vancouver stop on Trudeau’s globetrotting glamour tour, Clark correctly noted that it’s other provinces that need to make progress. B.C. has a clear price on carbon emissions; it’s been held at $30 a tonne since Clark succeeded its creator, Gordon Campbell.

Clark’s advice for other premiers is to follow Campbell’s example of a revenue-neutral carbon tax, offset by income tax reductions.

You won’t build public support for a carbon tax that makes people poorer, she said.

Of course that’s what Alberta is doing, at a time when many residents are getting poorer already. Alberta’s NDP government plans to match the rate of B.C.’s carbon tax within two years and spend the proceeds.

Other premiers have more creative definitions for pricing carbon.

Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil pointed to transmission lines and power purchases from the Muskrat Falls dam under construction in Labrador, to substitute hydro for coalfired power. The highest electricity prices in Canada are their “carbon pricing” plan.

Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall pointed to SaskPower’s Boundary Dam carbon capture and storage project. It is the world’s first coalfired power station to capture carbon dioxide after combustion. The CO2 is sold to oilfield operators who inject it into declining wells to push more oil out, and the project intends to capture sulphur dioxide and fly ash to process and sell for other industrial uses.

Wall is the only Canadian leader to state a couple of inconvenient truths. The purpose of this exercise is to reduce carbon emissions, not to raise tax revenues. And now is the worst possible time to impose more taxes on the oil and gas industry.

Clark’s stand-pat strategy on the B.C. carbon tax is going to change this year, as

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positioning begins for the 2017 election. A B.C. government advisory panel has recommended a 33 per cent increase, conveniently starting in 2018, with annual increases after that.

The current sevencent-per-litre carbon tax on gasoline sold in B.C. is hardly a deterrent these days, as pump prices have tumbled and could stay low for years to come. And with a fragile economy, it seems unlikely that a big boost in carbon taxes will find favour with voters a year from now.

The B.C. NDP is trying to rebuild its credibility on climate policy.

NDP leader John Horgan tried to revise the party’s history, claiming in year-end interviews that the NDP didn’t oppose the carbon tax, only making it revenue neutral rather than spending the money on green initiatives, as Alberta wants to do.

Alas, the NDP’s “axe the tax” campaign going into the 2009 election is a matter of record. The party’s election platform warned that Campbell’s plan “increases taxes for average families by tripling the gas tax” to its current level.

Last week the NDP issued a news release denouncing Clark for presiding over increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Do you know the people in this picture?

Photo Courtesy Cranbrook HIstory Centre

Know anyone in this picture? If so, the Cranbrook History Centre wants to hear from you.

Is there a reader of the Advertiser who can shed some light on this interesting historic photograph in our collection? The log home provides a unique backdrop to a large group of adults. We have no information as to where this photo might have

been taken or even the purpose of the group.

Close inspection shows what appears to be a “bathing beauty” in the centre of the photo and a gentleman on the right hand side straddling a tricycle. It also appears that several of the group are wearing some

Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

type of medal. Knowing who this group is would greatly add to the historic value of this photo in our Archive collection. If you are able to provide us with any information we’d love to hear from you via an email to mail@trainsdeluxe.com or by phoning

the Office of the Cranbrook History Centre at 250-489-3918. Copies of this print, and other photographs, are available for purchase through the Office at Cranbrook History Centre.

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Mrs. Quinn’s St. Mary’s Kindergarten class made very special ‘leprechaun’ traps on March 9th and left them in the school overnight. The next day there was a lot of excitement in checking to see if any of the traps worked. The class is pictured here with their leprechaun mustaches!

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City’s new CAO has plans to work with area’s stakeholders

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the appointment of David Kim as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The announcement concludes the search for the replacement of outgoing CAO Wayne Staudt, who retires on March 24th after being with the City since 2002, both as Director of Finance and CAO. “There were a large number of applicants for the CAO position and a series of interviews were conducted with some excellent candidates,” says Mayor Lee Pratt.

“As a result of these interviews conducted by Mayor and Council, David Kim was the unani-

When working with household cleaning products and other potentially hazardous materials, the City of Cranbrook is asking residents and businesses to be careful that this material doesn’t make it into our storm sewer system.

When you wash your car, the soapy water and debris can run off your driveway into a storm drain that empties directly into Joseph Creek

and Elizabeth Lake.

Improperly applied pesticides and fertilizers, leaking fuel and oil and using toxic cleaning products can also contaminate our local water bodies and affect the overall water quality.

“These are just a few examples of nonpoint source pollution,” says Chris Zettel, Communications Officer for the City of Cranbrook.

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lution comes from many places. It’s not easy to identify or control, and all of us, often without knowing, contribute to it. Small amounts of nonpoint source pollution from each one of us may not seem to be a problem. But the combined effects of pollutants across the province can cause fish kills and create unsafe drinking water for communities including Cranbrook.”

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David Kim, Cranbrook’s new CAO.

mous choice. We are pleased that David has accepted the position.”

Kim comes to Cranbrook via Calgary bringing with him over 20 years of leadership experience in both the public and private sectors.

An engineer by trade, Kim spent 14 years with the City of Calgary first as an engineer with the Transportation department before moving up to Manager of Urban Development with the municipality. Most recently he was Vice President of Land Development with R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited –a Canadian and international engineering and

environmental consulting company with eleven branches nationally including Calgary.

“I am easily approachable and really enjoy working with various people and groups to find ways to solve matters that will mutually benefit,” said Kim. “As CAO, I intend to work collaboratively and openly with various community and industry stakeholders, members of Council and City staff to learn about Cranbrook and identify wants and needs to help build Cranbrook into a greater City.”

Kim is anticipated to bring a strong mentor-

ing leadership style to the role of CAO, along with a background in strategic planning, collaborative negotiation, problem solving and organizational improvement skills. Kim also brings experience with business, land and municipal growth management, infrastructure policies, financial feasibilities and municipal approvals.

“This Mayor and Council have brought a new approach to the City and how its business is conducted,” Mayor Pratt noted. “We believe David’s past experience and success in the direction we want to

go will be very valuable to us. Council and I are excited to welcome David to the CAO position.

We all look forward to working with him.”

Kim is married with three children and has a cat and a dog. While off work, he enjoys exploring the wilderness, hiking, riding his motorcycles and enjoys hot-rods.

Incoming CAO David Kim will start with the City of Cranbrook on Monday April 4, 2016, when he will be officially sworn in. His first public Council meeting as CAO will be Monday April 11, 2016.

The City of Cranbrook with assistance from the BC Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and the Regional District of East Kootenay, created an informational news-

letter to provide helpful tips and information on how to help minimize the risk of polluting our local waterways.

‘Storm Sewers & Water Quality’ provides information on how to

properly dispose of hazardous materials, how to properly treat and drain swimming pools and hot tubs and simple tips on how to minimize the risk of accidental water pollution around your

home, your yard and around your vehicle.

‘Storm Sewers & Water Quality’ is available on the City’s website at www.cranbrook.ca or is available for pick up at City Hall.

Reminder to keep hazardous materials out of storm sewers

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Locks shaved and money raised for Jaxson Campbell

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Ken Bridge had both his beard and head shaved to benefit Jaxson Campbell at a trade show at the Heritage Inn on Saturday, March 12.

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(Top photo) London Virostek (left) and Jade Lewis gathered $2,500 and $1,800 respectively and donated their hair for people going through cancer treatments. (Above left) Jade’s donated locks. (Above right) Nettie and Ron Clark went under the razor together for Jaxson Campbell.

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Potholes being worked on by city

Potholes have begun their annual spring appearance on the streets of Cranbrook and are sure to become a hot topic of discussion for residents.

Potholes are weather related and can occur at any time of the year. They are normally formed following extreme weather, with the freezing and thawing of sub-surface water from rain or snow runoff that has infiltrated into the ground through surface cracks. The weakening of the pavement structure combined with heavy traffic loads eventually leads to the formation of potholes.

The City deals with a large network of streets and Public Works has a fixed number of work crews, equipment and other resources with which it can respond to and repair road defects.

“When a pothole is reported to us, the repair work is scheduled and carried out accordingly,” says Public Works Director Joe McGowan.

“In normal circumstances our crews can respond to pothole repairs in a timely manner.

During extreme and unfavourable weather conditions when pothole problems are numerous and proper repair work cannot be carried out, only temporary repairs will be made until conditions improve.”

To report potholes, please contact the City of Cranbrook Public Works Department at 250-489-0218.

The law in British Columbia does not make a municipality legally responsible to ensure that its roads are always free of defects or hazards such as potholes and The Local Government Act, Section 288, provides that a municipality does not have the legal liability for damages that arise from a breakdown in a road.

The municipality must be found to have been negligent in the particular circumstances. Motorists are advised that written notice of intent to claim must be provided to a municipality within two (2) months of the events that give rise to the claim – per The Local Government Act, Section 286.

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Farmers Institute added for 1 year terms. KLA and Waldo presidents made a presentation to the RDEK board in August requesting the need for the RDEK to enforce the bylaw #1617 that allows for the regulation of noxious weed control enforcement. Additionally, a request was made that the RDEK be a regional advocate for funding, awareness and policy. Thank you to all that worked on the presentation and attended.

EKIPC has recently changed their name to EKISC (East Kootenay Invasive Species Council) in order to include all invasive species.

This decision was made at their AGM in April where Patricia Logan & Jordy Thibeault made a presentation on the most recently “Cows Eat Weeds” project. Great results are coming about with the project. Pam has recently joined the “Industry Engagement

Initiative” steering committee that is looking at engaging more fully with local Industry to reduce the impact of invasive species on private and crown lands.

GREP (Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Program) report, given by Steve Byford was very positive as the program goes into the 3rd and final year of the current agreement with C.B.T (Columbia Basin Trust). In the last year 17 project applications were approved that included new and restored range fences, water developments, grass-seeding, trail restoration, signs, new and restored corrals, Invasive Plant treatments, education workshops and awareness information. 8 projects have already been approved for 2016 with the program currently taking applications. Steve gave a huge thanks to the past members that have been large

advocates for GREP Guest speaker, New Land Commissioner Frank Leonard, spoke on changes to the ALC. (Agriculture Land Commission) with the purpose to preserve ALR lands in the East Kootenay. We have 400,000 hectares. ALC works with local government, RDEK and Municipalities.

Recently Bill 24 created a two-zone system of farmland: Zone 1 being the Okanagan, Vancouver Island and South Coast and Zone 2 is the Interior, Kootenay and North. Our zone has 85% within its area as agriculture and grazing lands.

Consideration has been given to landowners with more opportunity to lease a portion of their land, have a second dwelling, lifetime leases for retired ranchers and better support for families to continue farming on their properties. An impor-

tant observation made on reading about these changes is the consideration that has been made in showing that BC’s regions are very different and have different needs. Recognizing this is a great achievement within government.

These changes have been made due to the input from our ranchers and meetings with lead-

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Throughout 2014 AG in the Classroom has visited 79 classrooms with in-class presentations or agricultural field trips.

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you to all involved.

Chris Nugent presented from Steeples Vet Clinic and updated our ranchers on the latest vaccinations and products for the upcoming spring season. Very informative and Chris is ready to help everyone through calving season and any challenges they may face.

Maurice Hansen gave a report on Long Valley Grazing Association

the Crown land lease agreement and a need to work together and communicate. The topic of over-wintering was brought up as all grazing holders must overwinter 80% of their herd. New grazing permits with a fee of $55 per tenure holder. Although some criticism was brought up with those that have paid the fee but have nothing on paper to prove it. Obvi-

(community grazing co-op) and the various projects they have been working on and continue to work on. This program is involved with ranchers with small herd numbers looking for community pasturing.

For more information contact Maurice or the KLA office 250-4264315.

Ken Wallburger from MFLNRO spoke on some new changes to

ously it was a minor office glitch that will be worked out.

Mr. Bill Bennett again attended this years meeting and KLA would like to thank him for the hard footwork he put in over the B.R.M.B. possible allocation of the AG Wildlife Program. He went above and beyond to make sure we were heard in parliament. Bill continues to listen when the association has

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His passion for making sure this little corner of BC is not ignored has not gone unnoticed. Mr. Bennett-Thank you!

Randy Reay gave a report from the Land Use Committee and brought forward concerns about the new regulations on over-wintering of livestock to be grazed on Crown Range Tenures.

Although there is some flexibility we have been told the changes must be met. An issue that is taking a lot of time and attention is the upcoming RDEK OCP plans for the Wasa, Skookumchuck, Jaffray, Galloway and Elko Area.

Within the South Country region that is being zoned, 80% of the land is crown or agriculture

and the committee feels that inadequate representation has been given to the agriculture sector. Various meetings have come about to help educate the community and the agriculture sector on the OCP planning process and continuous communication is happening with Rob Gay, Karen Macleod and the RDEK body. Through theses communications the South Country OCP advisory committee now has an agriculture representative and there is a special Agriculture meeting on March 22nd in Jaffray to address the concerns of range tenures, agriculture operations and the crown land areas in the proposed zoning region. Thank you to all that stood up and asked to be heard.

They listened. Randy also spoke on continued issues that the committee faces: range fences, recreation use and

abuse, and new grazing opportunities. Emphasis was made that we have to continue to be vigilant in any matters that affect the agriculture community.

Elections were done and thank you to all that put your names forward or accepted nominations. We as an association appreciate your time and efforts.

Families, kids, ranchers, friends and special guests resided in the ballroom at the Heritage Inn for a fabulous Beef dinner with lots of trimmings from the Heritage Inn and entertainment

by Hali Duncan and her dance troupe of Highland Dancers. These young ladies did a fabulous job of showing the crowd a few of the various highland dances.

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Although we recently have felt the decreased dollar, the Mining and Gas Industries overproduction that have lead to a slow down and job losses, the rising prices for vegetables and

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Vendors, speakers, demonstrations, food and a whole lot of excitement was on display at the expo. The Abreast in the Rockies Dragon Boat Team was there as well, and the proceeds from ticket sales (along with donations) will go to this group that is doing so much for cancer awareness and research in the region. A highlight of the show was Ken Bridge of Bridge Interiors who had his legs shaved for donations to Abreast in the Rockies.

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(Top) Sandy Zeznik, from Abreast in the Rockies, isn’t shy about shaving Ken Bridge’s legs. (Bottom) Steve Mercandelli, from Cranbrook Dodge, enjoyed shaving a strip off of Ken for the event.

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Wed., March 16 Stephen Palmer Concert. Cranbrook United Church, 7pm. Advance tickets $15 or 2/$20 & at the door $15 each.

Thurs., March 17 Kimberley Camera Club presents 1st annual digital slide show, Manual Training Centre (next to Cranbrook Library),7:30pm Admission by donation.

Cranbrook United Church Charity Event, “Soup & Bun” luncheon, 11:30am while supplies last. Cost $5/child, $8/adult, includes coffee & dessert. 2-12th Ave. S, Corner of Baker St & 12th Ave.S. Everyone welcome.

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“Naturally Supernatural-Celebrating His Presence”, 10am-6pm, Speakers: Dr. Kaye Beyer-DeGraw from Florida and Ernest Roberts from Redding, House of Hope, 6296th St. NW, Cranbrook. 250-4213784 or www.ihopecranbrook.ca.

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Important RDEK-OCP Agriculture Question/Answer session, Jaffray United Church, 7-9pm. Everyone in the new proposed South Country zoning area that is involved in agriculture is asked to attend.

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Wolverines indicator of region’s health

by Rowena Eloise Wild Jumbo’s iconic resident grizzly bears indicate a happy, healthy, mountain valley habitat. Inhabiting the cold, rugged places of the North Pole nations — but barely — “wolverines could compare to the snow leopard for their mystery to humans,” according to Douglas Chadwick, an American wildlife biologist, author, photographer and frequent National Geographic contributor. Being virtually extirpated from Eastern Canada and the U.S.A. inspired recent studies into Gulo gulo’s (Latin) habits, habitats, and populations.

Studies indicate the Jumbo area’s resident wolverines enjoy a happy, healthy, high terrain habitat. These two species (grizzlies and wolverines) indicate a fully vital eco-system.

The largest of the weasel family, gulos are handsome, agile, courageous, exuberant and strong. Their faces are bear-like. Their coats consist of thick, downy underlayers with long guard hair overlays that shed water and condensation, yet remain frost free — which is the reason their pelts are prized. Their colours are basic brown with a golden ring several inches wide that wraps around their bodies.

They are similar in size to medium-sized dogs.

Depending on the life-sustaining ability of the environment, a wolverine’s home range will be 300 square kilometres (115 square miles) to 700 square kilometres (270 square miles), though one male recorded had a 1,500 square kilometre home range.

His one to two mates’ home ranges will be inside his and will not overlap each other’s.

He regularly patrols his range, keeping out intruders, which assures the food supply.

Mature offspring find their own home ranges.

These non-hibernating omnivores clean up their timberline territories as their diets include scavenged carrion, freshly killed ungulates, small rodents, frogs, fish, berries, roots and bones.

Their metabolisms run extremely fast to facilitate their constant loping pace, which promotes constant hunger.

They can smell frozen carrion under 10 inches of snow and dig it out easily.

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Their curiosity is fierce and unrestrained.

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act as ice and snowshoes. They swim readily and well. They travel fast, far, steep and high, keeping an unswerving,

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Humans and packs of wolves are their only enemies. Nothing eats wolverine.

Two white fuzzy kits are born early May in a natal den. The mother usually digs into up to eight inches of snow, frequently under a see Wolverine page 14

Regional District of East Kootenay

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Recreation & Control Services Supervisor

The Regional District of East Kootenay has an excellent opportunity for a qualified and motivated individual to work within a collaborative and innovative team as the Recreation & Control Services Supervisor.

Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the Recreation & Control Services Supervisor performs a variety of activities related to the general operation and maintenance of parks, trails and recreation facilities; invasive plant management, mosquito control and airport services; administration of bylaws, policies, agreements, purchasing and grant applications; and preparing and implementing capital and operating budgets to ensure delivery of quality local government services in an efficient, effective and friendly manner.

Required Qualifications and Experience: • A Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, General Agriculture or Plant and Soil Science with at least three years experience working in the field of invasive plant management and parks maintenance and/or a degree in recreation or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of invasive plant management.

• Ability to prepare financial plans, bylaws, agreements, and policies.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong communication, presentation and project management skills.

• Ability to attend evening and weekend meetings or other events as required.

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Pesticide Applicator Certificate.

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Wildlife Danger Tree Assessor Certificate is an asset.

The RDEK offers a great work environment and an attractive total compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits, a modified work week and learning opportunities.

This is a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Union position with a starting salary of $5,425 per month ($35.77/hr) and a salary increase to $5,695 ($37.55/hr), after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity are invited to forward a resume including a cover letter, in confidence, prior to 4:30 pm, Wednesday, March 30, 2016 to: Lori Engler, Human Resources Manager Email: hr@rdek.bc.ca (MS Word format or PDF) Please quote: Competition# ENV-13

Brought to you by Bill Bennett, MLA. (Kootenay East) Province of British Columbia

3 Facts You Need To Know About Hunting and Wildlife Management 1. The government is working to modernize BC’s wildlife management systems. One of these updates will be the movement of the limitedentry hunt system to an online platform for the Fall 2016 draw.

2. The Minister of Forests, Land, and Natural Resource Operations has also committed to a moose enhancement strategy that will focus on growing more moose in BC. 3. The strategy will build on the interim findings of an ongoing research project into BC’s moose populations. As part of this study, scientists are monitoring over 200 cow moose with radio collars to track their movements and, where applicable, deaths and their causes.

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Harry Manx brings his Mysticssipi sound to Key City Theatre Harry Manx is coming to the Key City Theatre on March 16.

“Mysticssippi” blues man Harry Manx has been called an “essential link” between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas.

He has created a unique sound that is hard to forget and deliciously addictive to listen to. Harry forged his distinctive style by studying at the feet of the masters, first as a sound man in the blues clubs of Toronto during his formative years and then under a rigorous tutelage with Vishwa Mohan Bhatt in India. Bhatt is the inventor of the 20-stringed Mohan Veena, which

has become Harry’s signature instrument.

Harry played slide guitar for many years before meeting Bhatt in Rajasthan, in fact he had been living in another part of India for many years already, but he started at the beginning under Bhatt’s tutelage, unlearning most of what he knew about playing a slide instrument. He learned Eastern scales and eventually ragas, deceptively complex and regimented musical patterns that form the basis of Indian composition. Learning the voicings of Indian music is a subtle art that comes with time. Harry spent most of twelve years in India learning that. It was later on that Harry decided to explore the

natural health

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Unravelling Chronic Anxiety

Two weeks ago I wrote a case study article about a woman who has struggled with anxiety and depression for 32 years who told me she was feeling better than she had in many years after a few weeks on a serotonin supporting amino acid protocol developed by Marty Hinz, MD. After years of prescribing antidepressants Dr. Hinz found that these drugs were harming his patients by depleting the very neurotransmitters the drugs were designed to target. As a result of this discovery, he began working on amino acid protocols that treated the underlying cause of neurotransmitter imbalance.

People who suffer with conditions related to neurotransmitter deficiencies have a greater need for amino acids (like tyrosine and tryptophan) than the typical diet can provide. We call this condition a "relative nutritional deficiency." Dr. Hinz hypothesized that by correcting the underlying relative nutritional deficiency one could also correct the underlying neurotransmitter imbalance. Hinz and his colleagues now have over 2 million patient days of successful treatment proving that his hypothesis was correct, which brings me back to the lovely 62 year old woman who sat in my office several weeks ago beaming with happiness at not feeling any anxiety. The tables turned last week when she called me in a panic describing not having slept all night and feeling terribly anxious again. Up to this point we had focussed treatment on the serotonin side of her monoamine system which had given her

significant reprieve from her anxiety. The drug she currently uses to help her sleep is called Amitriptyline. Amitriptyline is an interesting drug in that it effects both serotonin and noradrenaline. While serotonin is made from tryptophan, noradrenaline (and dopamine) are made from tyrosine and a molecule call L-DOPA. Being that she was feeling so well and sleeping soundly she decided to wean herself off the amitriptyline and it was 7 days later that she called me saying that she hadn’t slept a wink all night was feeling terribly anxious again.

Years of using the amitriptyline, according to Dr. Hinz, had significantly depleted her noradrenaline reserves and when she took herself off this last medication she was left with not enough neurotransmitter for her body to sleep. Mucuna is a plant that grows throughout Asia and has very high concentrations of L-DOPA. L-DOPA is a potent precursor for noradrenaline (and dopamine) and to help build her noradrenaline reserves I put her on two capsules a day of mucuna.

Treating neurotransmitter deficiency states is like unravelling an onion, there are layers of treatment and as time progresses it is often necessary to adjust both the types and amounts of amino acids necessary to meet the individual needs of the patient. The L-DOPA found in the mucuna will help her body restore her native noradrenaline reserves and in time, as her body balances itself, she will very likely be able to sleep soundly without the need of any medication.

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connection between Indian ragas and blues scales which eventually led to the Indo-blues hybrid that has become his style.

Born on the Isle of Man, Manx immigrated to Ontario with his parents when he was a child. He started working with bands as a ‘roadie’ at age 15 and gradually worked his way up to becoming the regular sound man at the well-known El Mocambo (blues) club in Toronto. There he worked with a slew of blues legends. Harry admits that blues is still at the heart of much of his work.

“I’ve always had one foot in the blues from those days … what I got from those artists is a groove. That’s what I’m particularly interested in is the groove, and that’s the way I play blues”. “I went to Europe when I was 20 and started making money as a busker,” recalls Manx. “I’ve worked mostly as a musician since then, though I did some theatre work for a while. I was a oneman band with a drums and a cymbals for a time too. It was really a lot of fun” Manx’s time in India has imbued his music with an intangible spiritual quality. “the song reveals who you are, it’s the vehicle for your message, your inspirational ideas or your story,” explained Manx.

“Like many people I’m interested in my own development as a person and that’s represented in

East Kootenay Big Game Club 61st Annual Awards Banquet & Wildlife Fundraiser Saturday, March 26, 2016

Cristoforo Colombo Lodge, Cranbrook, BC Doors open at 5:00 • Elk bugling contest 5:30 sharp Cocktails 5:00-6:30pm • Dinner & Awards 6:30 • Dance 9:00pm Adults $35 each • 16 & under $25 each Tickets available from: Mountain Man Outdoors • Don Patterson, Sparwood • Mario Rocca, Fernie • Kent Kebe, Radium • Dale Webber, Elkford • Frank Cross, Cranbrook

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Harry Manx with his 20-stringed Mohan Veena, will be performing tonight at the Key City Theatre. my songs, I’m searching for truth through art and spirituality. My songs are a synthesis of everything I’ve absorbed, all my experiences and I share that. I’m glad that it means something to people.”

“Indian music moves a person inward,” he explains. “It’s traditionally used in religious ceremonies and during meditations because it puts you into this whole other place (now, here).

But Western music has the ability to move you outward, into celebration and dance. There are some ragas that sound bluesy, and there are ways to bend strings while playing blues that sound Indian. I may be forcing the relationship between the two musical cultures, but I keep thinking they were made for each other. That

leads me to more and more experimentation.

The journey has been great so far.” Manx is a prolific artist, releasing 12 albums in a 12 year span with no signs of stopping. He has received seven Maple Blues Awards, six Juno nominations, the Canadian Folk Music Award in 2005 for Best Solo Artist and won CBC Radio’s “Great Canadian Blues Award” in 2007.

His most recent original release, “Om Suite Ohm” was voted by the Montreal daily La Presse as one of only 4 CDs to watch for in 2013.

Guitar Player Magazine called it “his most fully realized work to date”. Blend Indian folk melodies with slide guitar blues, add a sprinkle of gospel and throw in some compelling grooves. It’s a recipe

that goes down easy and leaves you hungry for more.

A modern day troubadour, Canadian-born Manx sings with an intimate, quiet warmth that makes his shows mesmerizing. The subtle interplay between the haunting notes of the sitar and the gentle, rhythmic groove of the blues gives his songs a beautiful sensuality that defies comparison.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Harry Manx.

The show is on March 16 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets are $40 and $34 for Big Ticket Members.

Tickets are available at the Key City Theatre Box Office 250426-7006 and Online at www.keycitytheatre. com.

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Tribute to Roy Orbison coming soon the Key City Theatre

One of the top tribute acts in North America will be making a stop at Cranbrook’s Key City Theatre on Friday May 13th. The Lonely is a highly acclaimed tribute to all-time music great, Roy Orbison.

The Big O was unmistakable with his trademark sunglasses, his distinctive, powerful voice, and his complex compositions and the dark emotional ballads we all love. From 1960 to 1964, Roy Orbison landed 22 songs on the Billboard Top 40, including Only the Lonely, Crying, and Pretty Woman. His impassioned voice, bridging the gap between baritone and tenor, coupled with his signature arrangements ensured the charting of the hits, Only the Lonely, Pretty

Woman, Dream Baby, Ooby Dooby, Blue Angel, Blue Bayou, You Got it, In Dreams, Candy Man, Mystery Girl, and many more. Tragically, like many other wonderful artists of his time, his life was cut short, leaving us only the music.

And long may the music live! The Lonely delivers a sensitive and dynamic tribute to the one and only Roy Orbison. Veteran Mike Demers leads his group of musical journeymen in their mutual and deep appreciation of the timeless music of one of the greatest artists of our time. The Lonely features a 7 piece band including, 2 highly talented female backup vocalists which was an Orbison trademark on most of his hit records. The

tribute to Roy Orbison approaches the music with a humble spirit and sincere desire to recreate the sounds and the feel of the original recordings. The band has been selling out shows right from their debut just one year ago. Tina Coldwell of TLC Entertainment says, “This is one of the best tributes I’ve ever seen and I’ve been in the business for 22 years.”

Tickets for The Lonely - A Tribute to Roy Orbison go on sale Friday March 11 at the Key City Theatre box office or call 250-426-7006 or online at www.keycitytheatre.com Tickets are priced at $39.50 including gst (S.C. extra).

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Eclectic Celtic concert got toes tapping

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Blackthorn brought the house down in a recent Studio 64 show.

by Mike Redfern Vancouver’s Celtic folk band, Blackthorn, brought their eclectic Celtic style of folk music to Studio 64 on Friday night, entertaining the sold out crowd with strathspeys, jigs, reels, waltzes, polkas and romantic airs and ballads that were drawn from cultures far and wide.

French and English Canadian, Scottish, Irish, American and Hungarian tunes were among the repertoire performed at this Kimberley concert, all played with an instrumental refinement and sweet vocal harmony that did nothing to repress the innate vitality of the music or the energy of the performance.

Blackthorn has been around since 1989; none of them are kids any more. The maturity of the band was evident in the easy way in which the instruments and voices fused together to create a complex but unified sound.

This was a comfortable performance, relaxed, confident, and sprinkled with humour, that slowly drew in the audience until many were clapping or toe-tapping along, finally joining in singing the choruses of ‘The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond’ to bring the night to an end.

While all four musicians, Rosie Carver on fiddle, Michelle Carlisle on flutes, piccolo, fife, & whistle, Michael Viens on guitars, harmonica & bodhran, and Tim Renaud on bass, mandolin & bodhran, were all excellent, it was Carlisle who, perhaps, stole the show, soloing on one or an-

other of her instruments and vocally on many of the numbers with great sweetness and virtuosity. She and Viens kept the chatter and jokes going between numbers, occasionally abetted by Renaud. They seemed to be enjoying themselves and their smiles were reciprocated on the faces of the audience.

This was the opening concert in Kimberley Arts Council’s Live at Studio 64 spring series which will see Alberta roots & rock singersongwriter Joe Nolan

at Studio 64 on April 16 and the Alberta blues/ rock band Red Cannons on stage on May 28.

Both have been making notable inroads into the recording market recently. Advance tickets for these shows are $22 for arts council members, $24 non-members, available online from www.eastkootenaysnapd.com or from Centre 64 (250-4274919). Admission at the door is $26 if the show is not sold out.

OBITUARY

LANE STACEY GEORGE WILLUMEIT FEBRUARY 17, 1970-MARCH 8, 2016 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, son, son-in law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend on March 8, 2016 at Rockyview Hospital in Calgary after succumbing to a sudden illness.

Lane had an avid love of the outdoors all of his life; fishing, hunting, hiking and just being outside. He was a proud family man and family meant everything to him. Those who knew Lane will forever miss his jokes and big heart.

Lane leaves behind the loves of his life; his wife Amanda, daughter Demijalyne, and sons Torrin and Teague His mother Phyllis Willumeit, Mother and Father-in-law Dwight & Lucille brown who welcomed him into their family.

4 sisters; Sheila Halisheff (Patrick Wedel) Gail (Keith) Dean, Lorie (Bob) Parsons, Ronda (Ron) Palmer, Sister-law Llana Brown (Matt Kelder), nieces Tabatha (Steven) Pelkinen, Amelia Halisheff, Nolla Dean and Harper Desrosiers.

Nephews; Richard (Brittany) Salekin, Scott (Brianna) Salekin, Nikolaus Dean, Riely Palmer, Reid Palmer. Many aunties, uncles, great nieces & nephews and cousins. All of his brother friends that meant the world to him. Lane was predeceased by his father George Willumeit in 2005.

A celebration of life will be held at the Alliance Church in Cranbrook on Friday, March 18 at 1:00pm.

Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Lane is invited to attend and share their stories.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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More than 250 cats spayed/neutered by Cranbrook SPCA The BC SPCA East Kootenay Branch is excited to announce that more than 250 cats have been spayed and neutered since launching a no-cost spay/neuter program for Cranbrook residents last June. The program is funded by a grant from PetSmart Charities™ of Canada to address the city’s cat overpopulation crisis.

“We are excited to see that this program is already producing results.

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have likely never been spayed or neutered due to the cost barrier.

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East Kootenay Emergency Social Services is welcoming a new member to its team.

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The organization is comprised of trained volunteers who will work side by side with other emergency responders to rescue and provide emergency shelter to domestic animals. There are currently three chapters in the province, serving Oliver/Central Okanagan, Shuswap and South West B.C. “If a disaster occurs like a wildfire, flood or other catastrophe, that requires the evacuation of people from homes, emergency response teams are brought in,” explained McConnell.

“If there is a big response, the whole group is activated. That includes first responders, fire departments, the salvation army and others.

We will be part of that.”

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when these types of disasters strike and people are evacuated, they often arrive at the shelters with their pets. Unless a domestic animal is a service animal, it can’t be let in to the shelter. CDART volunteers would be in place to take the pets to a safe place such as a kennel until the evacuation is lifted. In some cases, CDART will also be on hand to go to the homes that have been evacuated to get the pets to safety.

As the East Kootenay chapter is still in its infancy, it requires volunteers and will accept donations. Potential volunteers can come from all walks of life, not just those with animal experience.

“There are all kinds of things we need people to do,” said McConnell.

“There is paperwork for example. We need someone to fill in the forms, and take pictures for animals CDART res-

cues to make sure they get back home OK. We also need volunteers for fundraising, promotion, rounding up supplies, all those kinds of things.

For larger animals, we need haulers, trucks and livestock trailers.”

Volunteers will be required to complete basic emergency training and many offer to take advanced courses as well.

McConnell noted that the group will be busy over the coming months.

“Fire season isn’t that far away. Time is of the essence here,” said McConnell. “We need to get people involved, get them trained and get people for our board of directors.”

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Hugh Aitchison 1923 - 2016 In 1923, Andrew and Jeanie Aitchison emigrated from Paisley, Scotland to join their extended family in Didsbury, Alberta. They brought with them their two year old son Hugh Aitchison. Later they moved from the farm to Calgary, where Hugh received his education.

Hugh was a cadet for the RCN. When he reached age of acceptance he became an active member of the RCN. He became a Petty Officer. When reentering civilian life, he worked for Dominion Bridge. The workers went on strike and Hugh needed a job and found one in Trail, BC. He signed up as a worker for CM & S Company. The company expanded and built a fertilizer and steel plant in Kimberley, BC. Hugh was transferred by the company to Kimberley, where he worked as a shift boss, first aid attendant. And, upon retirement he was the Assistant to the Fire Chief of Cominco.

When he was in Trail he met Betty and this is where they began a long life together. Hugh and Betty were married in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho. Hugh was the father to two sons; Laurie (Anne) and Lennie (deceased), he also had a daughter; Vicki (Peter). He also was a proud ‘papa Hughie’ to Cassie (Rory), Lucy and Isabel, and two little g.g.’s; Elora and Ewen. Hughie’s family loved him and thank him for a life long-lived. It is fitting to quote Rabbi Burns; A Man’s a Man for a’ that.

Hughie enjoyed his many years of retirement, his family, friends and his home. He also enjoyed playing golf, and gardening. Hugh was able to see many places by plane, car and train. Hughie also supported Betty in her many endeavours.

With the comforting support of Home Care, Hugh died quietly in his home on March 1st, 2016.

There will be a celebration for Hugh’s life sometime later in the summer. Donations in honour of Hugh can be made to the: East Kootenay S.P.C.A., PO Box 2, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 4H6.

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Edge Halladay Sr ... a strong, gentle husband, father, grandfather who is now resting peacefully. Edge passed Saturday, March 5 at the age of 78. He fought a battle with cancer since 1997. He succumbed to his 7th battle against cancer. Through it all one of his favourite things to do was bug the nurses and make them laugh.

He loved nothing more than frequent visits with his family. Edge left a lasting impression on everyone that had the privilege of having him in their lives. He was quick witted. You would never leave his side without a tear and a smile from laughing. The ones who got the most attention over the years were his dogs. Oh he loved his dogs. Edge and Norma would rescue dogs, clean them up and find a home for them but then Edgie would always want to keep them. Well he is now running around in heaven, pain free chasing all of his dogs that have been waiting for him. His little dog Lucy passed 3 days before he did. Wow she was for sure going with him. Another of Edge's great loves was building & creating. He was so smart and so talented. He loved carpentry and was skilled at every trade.

He spent a lot of time in his huge workshop. He also lived to camp, fish & he loved to walk in the bush. He always took his dogs to the creek behind their place.

He was born September 20, 1937 in Thorsby, AB. He was one of 12 children. At the age of 4 his family moved to Creston, BC where he lived until he left home at the age of 16. He worked on the rigs and other jobs until he found his place in Weyburn, Sk where he met the love of his life, Norma McFadden. They were married on July 5th, 1957.

They enjoyed 58 1/2 years of love and fun together. They were a power couple. In 1980, Edge acquired employment at the Fording River Coal mine in Elkford, BC. A big move from the farm in Sk where Edge farmed and worked in a creamery for 20+ yrs. He always loved the mountains. He was home. Once he retired from the mine, Edge & Norma built their own place on a small acreage in Grasmere/Rooseville where he spent his final years.

Edge is survived by his one true love, Norma Halladay, his 4 kids, Teresa Halladay (Dave Purvis), Rob Halladay (Diana), Diane Halladay (Ken Dmytriw), Darren Halladay (Tracey), Grandchildren, Jeff Dyck (Crystal), Mitchell Dyck, Steven Halladay (Tracey), Aaron Halladay-Dmytriw, Brandi Halladay (Jon Dustin), Edge Halladay Jr (Larissa), Great Grandchildren, Kyra & Mekaela Kallies (Dyck), Jordyn Halladay (Steve), Savannah & Liam Halladay (Edge Jr).

Edge is predeceased by his parents, Conrad Webster Halladay, Frances Halladay and his 11 brothers and sisters Florence, Ellen, Wenonah, Cy, Lillian, Beatrice, Wilbur, Mildred, Margaret, Richard, Sybil.

The family sends out heartfelt thank you's to the staff at the Elk Valley Hospital: Dr Lowen, the Nursing Staff, the cleaning staff. You all provided such comfort and caring over the years and especially in the final days.

A Memorial and Final goodbye will be held on March 16 at 1 pm at the Elkford Community Conference Centre.

Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Carriers Wanted in Kimberley Route 23151, 38 papers, available immediately, Banks St., Marsden St., Oughtred St., Stiles St., Warren Ave.

Call Kim (250)489-3455 or 1-800-665-2382 We are people working together to build strong and empowered families and healthy communities.

Bring your dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference to be part of our dynamic and history making organization.

Executive Director

The Executive Director provides the overall leadership, functioning and direction of the Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services (KKCFS). This position ensures organizational planning and strategic capacity for KKCFS as well as the technical expertise to guide, consult, advise and drive initiatives related to KKCFS mandate and strategies.

This position is supported by a Practice Manager who is directly responsible for managing the social worker and case management systems.

4uali¿cations include ‡ 8niversity Degree in Human Service ¹ Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Child and Youth Care preferred or an acceptable level of Education and Experience; ‡ years of business experience in directing a business or a not for pro¿t organization with a demonstrated ability to plan, implement, monitor, manage and evaluate projects, programs, contracts, human and ¿nancial resources; ‡ Minimum of yearsœ experience in directing, guiding, mentoring and developing staff; ‡ Demonstrated knowledge or documented sound knowledge of Aboriginal Social Work speci¿cally in the area of child welfare.

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Cash experience necessary.

Excellent customer service skills. Reliable and bondable. Must be a team player & work well with others. Physically fit, some lifting involved.

Background in deli & meat wrapping an excellent asset but willing to train. Competitive wages. Family oriented business. No Sundays or night shifts.

Apply in person with resume to: 1350B Theatre Rd., Cranbrook, BC Able to work day shift in the fall as well (not just a summer position).

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Bring your dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference to be part of our dynamic and history making organization.

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Capilia Hair & Scalp Centre

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CRESTON, BC

250-428-0354 www.hairandscalpcentre.ca

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Randy’s Home Rejuvenations. All types of renovations & repairs. Portfolio & References. Cell (250)420-7471

• Landscaping • Water Features • Irrigation • Driveways • Road Building • Logging/ Slashing • Rock Hammering • Demolition

Household Services

Permanent Full Time

The Practice Manager supports the Executive Director by assuming responsibility and accountability for all programs delivered within the Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services Society. The programs range from full Child Protection, Guardianship, Residential Care, Prevention, Family Support, Justice and Culture.

The position ensures that program delivery meets and exceeds Agency and provincial standards for child, youth and family services.

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Misc Services

4uali¿catiRnV incluGe ‡ %achelorœs degree in Social :ork or a Relevant Human Services degree along with Aboriginal delegation authority ‡ A minimum of years of practice experience and years management experience ‡ Functional knowledge of ,CM, M,S, %est Practices Data Systems ‡ %ase Knowledge of Signs of Safety, Structured Decision Making Model, and Complex Care ,ntervention Models ‡ Strong knowledge of CFCSA, A2PS, other internal/external legislations, policies, procedures that impact the agency and staff. ‡ Strong skills in conÀict resolution, relationship maintenance, and organizational behavior management ‡ Experience working with Aboriginal Communities as well as extensive knowledge of Aboriginal issues both historical and current within %ritish Columbia Canada.

Bookkeeper Required

Caliper Machine & Hydraulics is looking for a fulltime bookkeeper with a sound knowledge of basic accounting principles. You must have the ability to reconcile from start to Âżnish, all facets reTuired in the compilation of Âżnancial statements, ,ncluding Accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payroll and other general ledger entries as reTuired. ([tensive knowledge and use of Sage Simply Accounting software is essential, as well as Word and ([cel.

You must have the willingness to assist other staff when reTuired. We offer a great working environment, competitive wage package and full support for our staff.

Please email your resume with a cover letter to Mike Hambalek at mike@calipermachine.com or drop off at Caliper, 07 ,ndustrial 5oad 3.

Closing date is March 31st 2016.

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Closing Date: March 27, 2016 Please fax or e-mail your cover letter and resume to Darlene Trach, HR Manager, at: (250) 489-2438 or dtrach@ktunaxa.org Please review the detailed description on our website: www.ktunaxa.org/careers/current-postings/

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Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Firearms

Firewood/Fuel

B-Boys

$100 & Under

$200 & Under

1- Kumho 35�x12.5�-LT18�, $100. 2- LT 245.75.17� lug tread, $100/ total. (250)4176603

Double sink vanity top, black w/ white bowls, 22�x61�, never installed, $150 obo.(250)4262105

2- ST 235.80.R16� trailer tires, $35 each1 (250)417-6603

Wine & beer making equipment, includes 4 buckets, 4 carboys, 2 corkers, bottle washer, wine filter (electric) hoses and accessories, hunreds of wine and beer bottles. $175. (250)489-3259

2 Toyo, LT 235.80.R17� 10 ply $50/each, 2- 215.50.R17� car tires, brand new, $200/each, will sell for $100/each. Turn atLordco, downhill past dump, first right before B.A. follow into barn on left to travel trailer.

4-195-70-R14� on Chev 5 hole aluminum rims, exc tread, $35/ each 4- Dodge 1/2 ton 16� 5 hole, 5� centre to centre chrome rims, $35/each.

(250)417-6603 4 matching P225-60-R17�

Michelins, car or SUV. $35 each.(250)417-6603

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Seiko “Finnbear� 7mm magnum, walnut stock, c/w 2-7x Redfield scope, leather sling, ex. shape, $850.

Winchester Model 94 NRA Centennial 30-30, c/w leather sling, ex. shape, $700.

SKS, c/w 3-9x scope, 1000 rounds of ammo, $675.

Assorted tires: 13� to 18�,sets of 4, Pairs & spares. I buy some tires. Also pairs and spares in winter tires. Turn at Lordco, down hill past dump, first right, follow in to barn on left to travel trailer

(250)421-1612

FRIDGE, freezer on top, runs good, $100. (778)517-0915 Two many saws, 10� Craftsmen radial arm saw plus stand,$100 OBO.1 (250)4894242

Savage Lever Model 99-C 308, with 3x9 scope, like new, $700.

$200 & Under

Browning A-Bolt 7mm mag, composite stock, Leopold scope, $750.

Garage Sales

Special Products Ltd.

Firearms

4 Michelin P225.60.R17�, car , van , SUV, exc tread, $35/each. (250)417-6603

355 m Elephant brand wood cutting band saw, $75, 9� Beaver table saw, 1 hp motor, $150, model 2040 Nakita thickness planner, $175, 225 amp Lincoln electric welder, $175, 4� Rockwell planner, 1/2hp, motor, $75.1 (250)4891731

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Husqvarna 270, 3x9 Vortex, 1950 model, $1000.

Husqvarna 30-06, 3x9 Redfield, 1970 Model 6000 Crown, $900.

(250)489-3067

Garage Sales

Huge indoor ‘I’ve out grown it’ Sale Sat March 19th • 9 - 4 Mom and tots swap meet

clothing, equipment, toys, some home based businesses, etc Admission by non-perishable item or cash donation (all proceeds go to Food Bank or SPCA) Amy Woodland School 911 6th St South • 250-919-5800 • Tables available

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Now Offering!

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33 Cranbrook Street North, Cranbrook, BC Phone:(250) 489-4213

Two much hunting gear, Remington semi auto 30-06, $430, Norinko 7.62 x 39 bolt action, 2 clips, $430, scopes, knives, packs, binoculars, 30-30 ammo,brass, dyes, Scabards spotting scope stands, 750 fps.177 pellet gun, $85, Husquvarna 270, $500, Anschutz 22 semi/scope, needs work, $150. Phone after 3:30pm-7:30pm (250)4263606 WANTED: RIFLES, shotguns, restricted weapons, reloading equipment, decoys or any other shooting related items. Fully licensed. Glen 250-428-6750

Specializing in Fencing: Game Livestock Range & Chainlink Also Hayshed and Barn Construction

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

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Heavy Duty Machinery

Order early, limited supply, Pine firewood, standing dry, BIG 7 axle loads, delivered 60 km radius of Galloway, $1400 per load. Out of area, call for pricing.

(250)429-3248 or (250)429-3748

FNA-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc., Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Furniture

Furniture

Firewood/Fuel

Clearance Items

DINING ROOM

• Ranimar Collection - Rectangular Dining Table Only 40�W x 84�D x 30.75�H – Reg $1,729 Sale $599 = Save $1,130 • Fanzere Collection– Dining Table + 4 Chairs – Reg $2,829 Sale $1,999 = Save $829 • Kenwood Loft - Server/Hutch – Reg $2,199 Sale $899 = Save $1,300

APPLIANCES

• Electric Cooktop - Frigidaire 30� Professional Series – Reg $1,149 Sale $879 = Save $270 (FPEC3085KS) • Electric Cooktop - Frigidaire 30�– Reg $749 Sale $599 = Save $150 (FFEC3024LW) • French Door Refrigerator – Frigidaire Gallery Series - 26 Cubic Ft Bottom Freezer with Ice Maker - Reg $2,549 Sale $1,999 = Save $550 (FGUN2642LF) • Coil Top Range - White Westinghouse – Reg $599 Sale $399 = Save $200 (CMEF3008PW)

LIVING ROOM

• Allenpark -Tuxedo - Leather Sofa – Reg $3,179 Sale$1,999 = Save $1,180 • Dinelli-Charcoal Sofa/Love combo – Reg $2,659 Sale $1,899 = Save $760 • Daystar Seafoam Sofa/Love combo – Reg $2,229 Sale$1,499 = Save $800 • Toscana Sofa Table – Reg $529 Sale $265 = Save $264 • Kreeli - Slate Chair – Reg $479 Sale $279 = Save $200 • Circa - Taupe Chair – Reg $669 Sale $299 = Save $370 • Victory Chocolate 2- Pce Sectional – Reg $2,179 Sale $1,799 = Save $380

BEDROOM

• Marinday Collection - 6 Drawer Dresser – Reg $1,079 Sale $539 = Save $540 • Demarlos Collection – 5 Drawer Tall Chest - Reg $1,699 Sale $849 = Save $850 • Juaruro Collection – 5 Drawer Tall Chest - Reg $499 Sale $249 = Save $250 • Burkesville Nightstands x 2 Reg - $599 each Sale $299 each = Save $300

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Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

For Sale By Owner

POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com.

Buying Coin Collections of any size.We collect CAN & US Coins, bills, Silver, Gold. Local couple also deal with Estates, Jewellery, Sterling, Antiques+ Chad & Crissy 250-499-0251.

We can make House Calls!

REFORESTATION NURSERY seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping.

Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree.

Free Shipping.

Replacement guarantee. Call 1-866-873-3846 or visit www.treetime.ca SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING sale. “Big blow out sale-clear out pricing in effect now!� 20x20 $5,444 25x26 $6,275 28x28 $7,454 30x30 $8,489 32x34 $10,328 42x50 $15,866. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online: www.pioneersteel.ca Trapline for sale, (250)428-8749

$20,000.

Wanted

Antlers, Horns,

All Kinds, Taxidermy, Antiques Kelly, (250)426-6993 kubiwest@telus.net

Looking to buy your classic arcade and pinball machines. Can be in working or nonworking order.

(250)919-6713 Wanted antiques by private collector, Medalta advertising, like Ogilvies flour, milk pitchers & bowls, or pottery whiskey jugs, with town names on them, also Seltzer bottles, soda pops or pottery ginger beers, from BC, AB or Sask. 1 (250)427-0500 or 420-7129

BUY AND SELL WITH A CLASSIFIED AD

Musical Instruments DJ SERVICE & KARAOKE Weddings (complete), anniversaries, birthdays & family reunions. Will travel throughout area. *Not expensive - No time limit or extra costs. One price 20+ years of entertaining. Families & guests. CALL ME! Leave Message 250-421-3298,Lily.

Sporting Goods

Misc. Wanted Antiques wanted by private collector, car dealership, gas station or soda signs & door pushes, pre 1970 tin toy trucks, cars, robots & windups, also brewery or soda calendars.

(250)427-0500 or (250)420-7129

Antlers Wanted,

Sheds & Sets, Elk,Moose & Deer.

Call Rick 250-422-3444

Consignment Sporting Goods 917 Kootenay St. N., Cranbrook

www.funhogz.com 417-2828

Real Estate For Sale By Owner

Buying Bullion, silver & gold coins, bars, ingots, collectors coins, coin collections, antique money plus ANYTHING GOLD or SILVER. Todd’s Coins 1250-864-3521

New Dovetail Cabin kit, 14x20, skid base, 2 floors with 8ft ceiling height.$10,500 obo. www.bluepinecabins.com to view or call (250)428-0108

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

OVERWINTERING PESTS!

Beautiful executive home located in Cranbrook for sale with amazing view of the Rockies.

Fully updated home on large 0.23 acre fenced lot with large deck to sit and enjoy the view. Master bedroom with ensuite, heated tile floor, walk in closet and sliding doors to deck that has natural gas bbq outlet. Open concept living room, kitchen and dining with rock gas fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Modern open kitchen with gas stove top on island, built in oven and stainless appliances. 2 more bedrooms and bathroom on main floor with 2 bedrooms , bathroom/laundry room and large rec room in walk out , fully finished basement. Hot tub outside in basement walkout patio area. Air conditioning , central vac, front underground sprinklers and attached heated garage with extra parking. Quiet cul de sac and close to elementary and middle school. Professional comparative market analysis available. Quick possession available $439,900. Will consider reasonable offers. (250) 4176525

Mobile Homes & Parks

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Rentals

Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Apt/Condo for Rent

Shared Accommodation

Cars - Domestic

Off Road Vehicles

Recreational/Sale

Sport Utility Vehicle

Trucks & Vans

1997 4x4,runs good, $1200 OBO. Ford truck box firewood trailer, $350 OBO.(778)5170915

2011 Lance camper 1181, slide out, full bathroom, winter package, solar, loaded, like new, $27,000 obo. (250)4269832

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

• 1& 2 Bedroom units • Security Buildings • On-site Manager • Fridge, stove & hot water included • Centrally located near malls, schools, college & hospital

OFFICE:

106 1850 2nd St. N., Cranbrook Phone (250) 489-5160 (250) 417-1260 CRANBROOK, 1-bdrm apartment, $475/m, includes utilities. Available immediately (250)417-5806 CRANBROOK, close to downtown, 1 & 2bdrm, $600 + dd & $800 + dd. Apr 1st. 421-7230

Hampshire Apartments, quiet convenient location, inc heat & hot water, n/s, n/p, 1bdrm, $650/mth; 2-bdrm, $775/mth, Call (250)417-7379 WILSHIRE Apartments, central location, incl heat, hot water, games room, sauna, n/p, n/s, n/parties, 2-bdrm units, $725-$800. 1-bdrm, $650. Call 250-417-7379

Find Your Dream Home in the classifieds!

Modular Homes

2013 22 Ft Springdale camper. Used once, a/c, awning, 3 bunk beds, queen bed, winterized, $15,900. To view in Invermere Call (403)801-9284 2013 Jayco Travel Trailer, 19’, Ultralite, one slide out, sleeps 4, extended warranty, brand new, $21,000. (250)489-8401 Room for rent in Cranbrook, including utilities Must be working or college student, $440.

Available immediately.

(250)426-2479

Suites, Lower All Inclusive, $800/m. 2-bdrm basement suite includes laundry, cable, internet, heat & lights, perfect for single person, n/s, n/p, n/parties. To View (250)489-8107 Big newly renovated 1-bdrm suite in Cranbrook, W/D, n/p, n/s, n/parties, $700/mth + 1/2 utilities. (250)581-0952

Transportation Auto Accessories/Parts 5th Wheel hitch, no rail design, $925. Cut away tailgate, $275. Both fit Ford Super Duty. Also Truck tool box, black, 63’’ wide, 18.5’’ high, $275. 1 (250)489-2452

Cars - Domestic

1966 Chrysler Windsor, $5500 obo.

(250)429-3937 1979 Chev Malibu Classic, 2-dr, new: engine, paint, headers, top end cam & lifters, ex. cond., asking $5500. Call after 5pm, (250)426-5498 1985 Chev Corvette, 40,000KM, speaker system, red leather seats, summer driven only. $12,000 OBO (250)421-4374 1997 Camaro 30th Anniversary Edition, black, V6, auto, loaded, 30,000km on new motor, $4700 obo. (250)428-7454

2006 Mobile home on its own lot. 4764 Willow Ave , Canal-Flats.

Excellent condition, no pad rent, great deal. $159,000.

Wanted mobile home in or near Cranbrook.

1 (250)421-4790

2002 Chevrolet Impala, 4-dr, runs great, fully loaded, leather, sunroof, good tires, 270,000 km, $2500 obo.

(250)489-1521 (250)464-9997 2004 Chrysler Sebring 4 dr Sedan, low milage, clean interior, body in good condition, new battery, runs well, winter and summer tires. Asking $2800. (778)517-5223

Homes for Rent SPARWOOD, 2-storey, 3bdrm townhouse for rent w/full basement, close to school & rec centre. (250)425-4448 primeprop@mymts.net

Rooms for Rent Furnished room for rent, $550/mo plus DD, n/s, n/p, n/parties. Call (250)489-5016 (250)919-4172

2005 4-dr Buick Allure

3.8L V6, auto, 175,820 km, mounted winter & summer tires, cloth tan interior, car seat anchors

$7195 (250)429-3552

2012 Chevrolet Malibu, extra set of tires, low km’s. $9,500.

Must see. (250)417-1101 2013 Ford Fusion SE, fwd, 1.6 L, 4 cyl engine, excellent gas milage, 34,415 km’s, heated seats, heated mirrors, top condition with Nokian V95 Xl all season, winter rated tires. $15,300. Call (250)417-0338 to view.

2008 Pontiac Grande Prix, V6, 1 owner, no rust, no dents, 111,000 km, $9500. Call (250)427-7094 (250)427-8758 2011 Dodge Charger SXT, 53,000 kms. To many options to list here. Replacement cost $37,000, asking $17,500. Call for details or see pictures and list of options on Kijiji.

(250)420-7150

2007 Can-Am Outlander 650, 2 up, winch, cargo box, 1800 km, $6500.

(250)489-4293 2010 Dinli Centhor, red, 700cc ATV, trunk, winch, 500km, $5500. (250)428-7305

Recreational/Sale

Cars - Sports & Imports 2008 Mazda 5, auto, 6 passenger, loaded, 180,000 km, absolutely immaculate, $6750.

(250)426-7354

Motorcycles 1982 Honda Interstate Goldwing, 1100cc, A1 shape, 62,372km, inc. trailer, asking $5500. Henry, (250)428-3545

1991 Dodge Ram Cummins diesel & 2010 Adventure camper.

140 watt solar panel, television, skylight, surround sound stereo system inside & out. $24,999 obo for both.

(250)427-6806 1992 26’ Wilderness, front kitchen, twin beds, newer fridge, hot water tank, awning, sofa folds down to bed, ex. cond., $6000 obo.

Call (250)489-1948

1998 Honda Goldwing SE GL1500 Touring bike, 77,000km, reverse, air compressor, adjustable windshield, CB radio, tape deck, intercom, air wings, riding pegs, driver’s backrest, passenger arm rests, 60lbs of storage, Candy Apple Red, always garaged and covered, $9500 (250)489-2248

1999 Vulcan Nomad, 1500cc liquid cooled, shaft drive, hard bags, windshield, hiway pegs, new battery, 36,000kms. $5500. (250)421-3556 2003 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic, great cond., new tires, 16” apes, braided steel cables, custom grips, Cobra slashcut exhaust, forward controls, saddlebags, $3999.

Call (250)489-8731 2004 Vulcan 2000, 2053 cu.cm of power & torque, if you are searching for the most powerful cruiser in mint cond., this is it! $7900. (250)2316720 Kimberley 2008 750 Honda Shadow, 16,823 km, c/w windshield, saddle bags, sissy bar, engine guard & bike cover, ex. cond., $6000. (250)529-7724 2009 Honda Goldwing, nav, audio, CB, other extras, call in evenings, (250)428-4301 HD Sportster factory custom, 5400 km, (250)426-7710

1200 mint.

2005 Nissan Altma, 4 door Sedan, 78,000 kms, well maintanied, body in good shape, 2 sets of tires. $8000. (250)4893686 2007 Honda Civic Sedan, in excellent condition with only 87,000km!

Silver, manual, sunroof, summer and winter tires on rims. $8800. (250)4201659

Room for rent, avail March 1st, n/parties,n/s,close to college and mall. For more info call (250)919-6633

2005 Chrysler pacifica, all season and winter tires, recent maintance done ( have receipts) leather interior. $3800 obo.

(250)417-7544

1996 29’ Corsair 5th Wheel, very good cond., polar package, 3-way fridge 4-burner stove w/oven, dinette, asking $8000 obo. (250)344-7636 or (250)344-0111 1998 Kustom Koach 5th Wheel, 27.5’, like new, original owners, never smoked in, used 2 weekends, slide-out, air, awning, furnace, gas/electric fridge, loaded w/options, paid $51,900, reduced to $10,500 obo. (250)427-4435 1999 25’ Salem 5th Wheel, slide, loaded, $5600. Call (250)422-3217

33 Ft, 1998 Four Winds Class A sport motor home. Gas motor, generator, air cond, back up monitor, new awning, all new blinds. Excellent condition. 27,000 miles. $20,000.

Kar dolly extra. In Creston.

(250)428-6284 or (250)4283015 ONLINE RV DEALS www.VoyagerRV.ca Over 200 new & used motorhomes, 5th wheels, trailers & campers. 0 down financing. Trades accepted. BC’s LARGEST Dealer. Voyager RV Centre, Hwy 97 Winfield.

Toll free 1-800-668-1447

2003 Triple E Topaz 5th Wheel, 25’, rear kitchen, double table/couch, slide, 3-burner stove/oven, fridge, microwave, awning, air, furnace, two 30lb propane tanks, outdoor shower, BBQ, vent covers, no smoking, no pets, towed from Calgary new & never moved since, ex. cond., will sell fully equipped, asking $15,000.

(250)426-4015 2006 Mallard 21’ travel trailer, sleeps 5, great cond., $11,000 obo. (250)919-7580

Reduced by $1200. Camping & Hunting. Truck & camper, rebuilt motor, trans, drive shaft, 8000lb winch, new water pump, alternator, power steering pump, master cylinder, shocks, 3-way fridge, stove, heater, many more, asking $4700, may consider trades.Call Ray,(250)489-5038 Tour Edition Presidential Series, 35’ Golden Falcon, used 2 summers, like new, solar panels, holding tanks enclosed, insulated and heated, $30,000. (250)417-1783

Two Denmak electric scooters for sale.

Barley used and stored indoors, selling due to health and cannot use any longer.

Can be ridden anywhere bicycles are allowed.

Up to 32 k/hr and 30-40 km’s per charge. 6-8 hr charge time.

Asking $900 each. ph (250)421-9189 to arrange viewing.

$14,500.

(250)427-1515 2011 32’ Jay Flight Jayco Trailer super slide, spacious, full back window, sleeps 4, 60 road miles, like new, asking $22,000 obo.(250)426-3243

2011 Chev Traverse LT, 60,000km, AWD, 8-passenger, 2-1/2 yrs left on extended warranty, never winter driven, ex. cond., $25,500.

(250)342-6968 Windermere

Trucks & Vans 1984 S10 Blazer, 4x4, 350 V8, 700 rear transmission, 9 bolt Curry rear end, $6000.

(250)427-7094

1992 Dodge Caravan , auto, new brakes, tires, air, excellent condition. $1000 obo.

(250)489-8009 1993 Chev Silverado 1500 Ext cab 2x4, 350 cu.in., 4-spd auto, hard cover, running boards, Michelins, tow package, 288 K, runs great, $1900 obo.

(250)402-6043 Creston

EAGLE HOMES Snowmobiles

2003 Arctic Cat M8, new motor, $3500. Trailer, $650.

(250)427-2398

Sport Utility Vehicle

2 wheel Drive, rebuilt motor, $4000 OBO. (250)426-4637

1998 Chev 3/4 ton 4x4, single cab, 454 Vortec engine, manual, bumper with 8000 lb winch, boat rack & drybox, $5000 obo. (250)349-5478 1998 Ford F150 4x4, 4.2L, 5-spd, 170,000km, shortbox, canopy, $6000 obo. Call (250)428-9884 1999 Dodge Dakota, V6, 5-spd, 4x4, good runner, $2500. (250)423-0328 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad cab 4x4, $5200 obo. Call (250)426-8032

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Very Good Condition!

Many Upgrades Call for info (250)426-7988 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 engine. 4DR 4X4 green with PS/PB/Power windows, cruise control, winter rated tires, trailer hitch. In excellent condition with 330,000 Km . $4800 OBO 250-430-7446

2012 Black F350 XLT 4x4 Crew cab, 3” lift, fender flares, headache rack, box rails, toolbox, custom seat covers, custom rims, 35” Toyo mudders, 6.2L gas, V8, 97,000 km, asking $22,000. (250)421-0195

REDUCED 2003 Pontiac Montana, mid night blue, extended van, cloth seats, pw/pl/pm, pwr sliding door, power driver seat, auto load leveler with air pump compressor, hidden hitch tow, 4 Michelin summer tires, 2 brand new Toya winters, 2 Blizzak winters, all on rims.

291,000 km. $2450 OBO. (250)417-2588

Flatdeck trailer, 16’x8’, heavy duty, double axle, new tires & spring shackles, $3500 obo.

(250)489-5798 Tandem utility trailer, flatdeck, 8x16, $2200. (250)4176893

Boat Accessories Tow rope, 4-adult life jackets, motor flusher, Merc oil drain pump, anchor 15lb, all for $150. (250)426-8508

Boats 16’ Open Bow inboard/outboard, EZ-Load trailer, ready to go, some accessories, $6000. (250)427-4987 Boat & trailer, 24’ Fiberform Cabin Cruizer, inline 6 GMC, ready to go! At Moyie, reduced to $3900 obo. (250)829-0708 Kicker motor. (250)426-7710 Variable speed prop. 14 to 19 variable pitch, $250. Call (250)426-5577 www.jonesboysboats.com

2004 Nissan Quest, 3.5 SL. V-6, auto, 155,000kms. New brakes, new all season tires, stow away 3rd row seats, excellent condition. Asking $8,500. (250)421-0252

1999 Chev Blazer SUV, good cond., 239,263km, 4WD, auto, sunroof, 31 10.50 R15 LT tires, clean, V6, $4000 obo.

(250)427-3040 (250)427-6376

2008 Buick Enclave CXL, 141,000 km, fully loaded, twin skylight/sunroof, new winters, tan with leather seats, Navigation/On Star, immaculate, $19,900.

(250)919-8564

2010 Ford F-150, 4x4 ext cab, loaded. Also other good used trucks. 1 (250)427-6199

Utility Trailers 1997 1500 Dodge Sport,

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2010 Dodge Ram 1500, Laramie Edition, fully loaded, leather interior, 167,000 km, 4’’ lift, chrome pkg, $24,000.

(250)919-0837

2014 Silver F150 4x4 XLT Crew cab, full load, off road package, V8, 3” lift kit, 33” Toyo mudders, custom rims, custom exhaust, fender flares, smoked lights, push bar & light bar, purchased one year ago, 22,000 km, mint, asking $41,000. (250)421-0195

Recreational/Rent

2002 Chevy Trail Blazer 4x4, 192,000 kms, remote start, like new winter tires, 5 passenger, $4700 OBO. (778)517-2218

2010 Springdale travel trailer, 26.5’, model #241.

Sleeps 6,Queen bed, 2 doors with large slideout , sofa,flatscreen tv,hitch,new battery with air included.

Low travel miles, Excellent shape,

2010 Chev Silverado 1500 Ext. cab, 4x4, 57,000 km, Leer canopy, 5.3L V8, 6-spd auto, trailer tow pkg, one owner, $24,500. 1 (250)402-6717

Quick Sale, 2000 Sportsman model 300,30’ Travel Trailer, fully loaded with slide & Arizona room, new fridge (2012), 3 burner stove, a/c, full bathroom, tv hook up, radio, queen bed, 2 bunks, pull out sofa, sleeps 6-8. Asking $8000 OBO. (250) 229-4265

1999 26-1/2’ Frontier 5th Wheel, awning, slide, completely self contained, great cond., $10,000 obo. Call (250)426-4704 2000 28-1/2’ Seahawk 5th wheel by golf stream.

Back kitchen sleeps 6, oak cupboards, double dinette/couch slide. $9500.OBO (250)423-3465 in Fernie

2008 DODGE Ram, 3500, 4x4 crew cab, loaded w/8’ box, $30,000. Good used work trucks. 1(250)427-6199

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1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.

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Tenders 2006 Chev Silveraldo 2500 HD, extended cab, 8’ box, spray in liner, Smittybilt step side bars, frame mounted camper bars, good Toyo winter tires, hidden hitch , security alarm and remote starter, recent front end work done, Asking $14,000 (250)426-8044 2006 GMC 2500 HD 4x4, V8, auto, a/c, 260,000km, well maintained, receipts for new parts, $15,000. (250)426-8591 2006 Pontiac Montana, 7 seater, 164,557 kms. $6000 or near offer. (250)426-3526

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch is seeking janitorial companies with commercial cleaning experience to bid on one or more of the 8 Stores in the Kootenay area. If you qualify go to: http://www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca

and search under Liquor Distribution Branch for Janitorial Services in the Kootenay area.

Bid Number: ITQ2016-03-16B Closing date & time: March 16, 2016 before 2pm PST.

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Results in for the Kootenay Region Skills Canada competition

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Spaghetti bridge building was just one of the events at the Skills Canada competition recently held at the College of the Rockies and Mount Baker Secondary School.

College of the Rockies’ main campus played host to four skills contests for the Kootenay Region in the Skills Canada competition on Friday, February 19th.

The competition was open to individuals under the age of 24 who were not yet at full journeyman status.

College of the Rockies hosted the Carpentry, Cabinet Making, Welding and Public Speaking skills competitions. While Robotics and TV/Video Production competitions took place at Mount Baker Secondary School.

Winners of the regional competitions will advance to the Provincials in Abbotsford in April where they will have the

chance of advancing to the National and World Skills competitions.

In an effort to further encourage youth to discover trades there was representation from throughout the city’s schools taking part in such challenges as Spaghetti Bridge Building, Newspaper Furniture Construction, and Gravity Car Design and Racing.

Results: Cabinet Making: Tyler Daigle - 1st, Nike Blackmore - 2nd, Conrad Cameron - 3rd Carpentry: Kyle Klippenstein - 1st, Adrien Victor - 2nd, Trinity Andrew - 3rd Public Speaking: Kelsey Ackert - 1st, Hannah Boulton - 2nd, Dakota Smith - 3rd Welding: Travis

Lachkovics - 1st, B raydon Hutchenson -2nd, Greg Markholm - 3rd Welding ACE-IT: Justin Evans - 1st, Chris Shail - 2nd, Cole Bendis - 3rd Junior Skills Gravity Cars: Finley Campbell/Carter Rasmussen - 1st, Prezton Stewart/ Nicholas Butler & Nathan Kelley/ Tyler Butler - 2nd, Riley Featherling/Thomas Murphy - 3rd Spaghetti Bridge: Noah McFadzen/Cole Kenyon - 1st, Ezra Bowden/Dylan Bradford - 2nd, Chase Currie/Colten Brunell - 3rd Newspaper Furniture Challenge – Connor Borrowski/Corey Hamalek - 1st, Harper Harris/Jaden Reeves - 2nd, Caius Willems/ Tyrell Gravelle - 3rd.

Time left to nominate a sustainable builder The window is closing for nominations to be accepted for the 2015 Sustainable Community Builder Award.

The deadline is next Friday March 18, 2016.

To date no applications have been received by City administration for the 2015 award.

The Sustainable Community Builder Award is presented to an individual, group, club, agency or society in recognition of outstanding contribu-

tions to the social, arts, cultural, economic or environmental sustainability of the City of Cranbrook.

The recipient will be provided $500 to be donated to their charity of choice, thanks to a partnership with the Cranbrook and District Community Foundation (CDCF). The money for the grant comes from the legacy fund left to the CDCF by the Knights of Pythias, Crescent Lodge #33 of Cranbrook.

Application forms and eligibility criteria are available at City Hall, on the City’s website www.cranbrook.ca or www.cranbrookcf.ca.

Past winners include Gord Johnston in 2014, the Sam Steele Days Society in 2013, Cranbrook Health Care Auxiliary for 2012, the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market Society for 2010 and Debbie Sinclair of Big Brothers, Big Sisters for 2009.

Gregarious Gardener New annuals for 2016

As spring is approaching, we look at what we will be growing this year in terms of annuals in our yards, baskets, and containers. It is always so much fun discovering what new varieties the plant geniuses have developed for us greenhouse people to grow for the following spring. And, this year there are some cool new things.

Begonia “Unbelievable First Kiss” This is an interspecific series with serrated deep, almost black, green leaves that accent large, semi-double blossoms.

This plant is tough and versatile, and performs extremely well in containers and baskets. It has bright blush pink blossoms and is extremely heat tolerant.

Superbells “Holy Moly’ This new superbell calibra-

choa with mottled yellow and cherry-red bi colored flowers is sure to stand out in any container. Low maintenance, extremely heat tolerant. these are a 6-10 inch plant. They become covered in hundreds of blooms.

Feed it weekly, and watch it shine.

Bidens “Campfire” Most of us are familiar with the yellow varieties of Bidens, but this one comes in an amaz-

ing half yellow and half red-orange color. Extremely vigorous and heat tolerant, it requires no dead-heading and makes a

RESERVE YOUR NEW ITEM TODAY! Variety _________________ x _________________ x _________________ x

Quantity ________________ ________________ ________________

great filler..

Supertunia “Picasso In Blue” This purple-blue with lime green edge petunia is a definite show stopper. It gets 8-12 inches in height and trails up to 36 inches. Feed it regularly and watch it flourish. This petunia is absolutely stunning with lime green potato vine.

Dahlias “XXL Series” This dahlia collection is a new and very exciting line. It consists of a large assortment of full double flower varieties. The compact growing habit makes this series a wonderful addition to garden. Very heat and sun tolerant. Sturdy plants that boast large flowers up to 6 inches..

Till next week Happy gardening.

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Farm and Ranch

Report from the Kootenay Livestock Association’s AGM

by Lily Durham

Farming and ranching

still remain to be two Industries that thrive through numerous on-

going roadblocks that bring forth the dynamic volunteers that make

We love farmers

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Everything you need in one location Gates in stock from 4’-20’ We also sell cattle guards, round pens and all you need for livestock, handling equipment incl. squeeze chutes.

As well all sizes of treated fence posts and rails.

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up our associations and their ongoing passion to keep their chosen livelihoods at the front lines and to continue to sustain our Industries.

We really do not have to go too far in the East Kootenay region to see agriculture and ranching practices and its important to know the work that goes on in the background to sustain these Industries.

Kootenay Livestock recently held their AGM on January 30 at the Heritage Inn with guest speakers: Frank Leonard, (Land Commissioner), Honourable Bill Bennett (MLA), Ken Wallburger (MFLNRO) & Chris Nugent (Steeples Vet Clinic). Also presentations were given from KLA committees on Weeds, Wildlife, Ag In The Classroom, Land use, GREP (Grasslands Range Enhancement Program), LVGA (Long Valley Grazing Association) & BCCA (BC Cattlemen’s Association). The day was very informative with some successes and topics that continue to show the changes and present

issues for agriculture and ranching and the need to stay on top.

The day began with our Presidents welcome from Harlan Bradford, recognition and thanks were given to office staff, committee members and the membership in general.

The Wildlife Report was given by Faye Street who spoke with great passion on how the year has been both stressful and frustrating but due to some extra hard work and the help of our MLA Bill Bennett the Business Risk Management Branch (BRMB) of the Ministry of Agriculture was looking to take the AG Wildlife Program back into their administration.

This was not a decision that the Association members were happy with and so forth went a long and hard battle of back and forth but KLA was resilient and KLA will be administering and in charge of funds for this program again as well as the Wildlife Prevention Fencing program. Special thank you to Faye Street, Harvey

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Rancher of the Year Ian Knudsen (right) gets the award from Andy McDonald.

Bombardier, MLA Bill Bennett, Mike Malmberg, Martin Davis, Jordy Thibeault, Randy Reay & Brian Zak. This committee now meets monthly with the Deputy Minister- Mr. Derek Struko. KLA showed B.R.M.B some flaws in the program and were assured that top up payments will be made to correct these mistakes.

Continued work to change the methodology in order to calculate fair losses to ranchers is just one of the ongoing communications that this committee has to face going forward. Ranchers please get your applications in for the programs early, as funds

will run out.

Brian Zak presented an extensive and detailed financial report and announced there is a new Bookkeeper, Karen Fletcher, hired in order to give the Association a more rigorous and detailed financial report. This was shown in the details given to members previous to the meeting and accepted by the present body.

Pam Turyk, weed committee chair, was grateful to all those members and persons that get involved in weeds and was very happy to see agriculture representatives from Waldo Stockbreeders and the Windermere

Accepting applications for 2016 projects The Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Program (GREP) provides funds to persons and organizations wishing to carry out activities on Crown Land that will enhance Rangeland and Grassland values.

The Program is funded by the Columbia Basin Trust and administered locally by the Kootenay Livestock Association.

The GREP is currently accepting applications for projects for consideration for the 2016 funding year.

The over-riding purpose of the Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Program is to maintain and/or enhance grassland resources while meeting conservation, environmental and recreational objectives.

Some examples of projects funded to date under the GREP include rangeland fences, protection of wetlands, innovative gates and cattleguards, restoration of damaged areas, interpretive and educational signs and invasive plant management.

Applications are open to associations or societies, individuals, range tenure holders or partnerships across the Columba Basin Region.

For more information, or to make an application, please contact: The Kootenay Livestock Association located at 212 – 1525 Cranbrook Street North, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H7; E-Mail: kla@kootenaylivestock.ca or Phone 250 426 4315 or contact: Steve Byford, GREP coordinator at 250-919-9209, mailto:stevebyford86@gmail.com Project Sponsored By:

Project Administered by:

Box 173 • Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H7 • Tel/Fa: (250) 426-4315