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Issue for the week of Friday, January 6th, 2023 • Volume 28 - Issue 01

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Community Events

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CHASE CURLING CLUB - PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Sunday January 8th, 2023 from 8am to 10am. $10 for 12years and older, $5 for children 6 to 12years, Children under 6 years free. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, juice

Shuswap Better at Home A little extra help for seniors and elders to remain confidently in their own home • Friendly Visit Calls • Light Housekeeping • Resource and Referrals Services are subject to availability Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been carefully vetted & trained for your security.

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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase * For info / hours phone 250-679-3536 *

CHASE LEGION: Mon. Jan. 2 - open 2 pm - 6pm. Darts start next week.

Tues. Jan. 3 - open 2 pm - 6 pm, fun pool, fun darts, free meat draws

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Pres: Patrick Herba (250-702-3677)

Meetings @ 5:30 pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs of each month at Railside Restaurant. New members welcome!

Chase Lions Club

Thurs. Jan. 5 - open - 6pm- close Fri. Jan. 6 - open 2 pm - 6pm - Ladies fun darts,

Meeting at 7 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, downstairs of community hall. Everyone welcome.

Sat. Jan. 7 - open 1 pm - 6pm-fun darts, meat draws, 50/50, lotto, pull tabs.

Sun. Jan. 8 - COFFEE HOUSE 2pm-6pm

Lions RV Park Reservations 250-679-8470 For Medical equipment contact Sandra Welton 778-245-3808.

Wishing you a Happy New Year.

Thank You for sharing 2023 with us at the Legion.

Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove

With respect, I acknowledge that I live and work on the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc First Nation.

PO Box 12, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M0 chaselions67@gmail.com Facebook Chase & District Lions Club President – Karen Bassett 250-318-4527 Please call for Lion projects incl pull-tab donations

Wed. Jan. 4 - CLOSED - General Meeting 7 PM

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At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we invite you all to Mass every Sunday at 8:00 am Tuesdays @ 1:00 pm. - Holy Hour with Rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet.

For inquiries call 250679-3025 or 250-372-2581

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Churches of Chase John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

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How to identify the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning submitted by Brian Lauzon, Fire Chief, Chase Fire Rescue

Carbon monoxide in the home Carbon monoxide (CO) is sometimes referred to as “the silent killer” because it’s not only poisonous, it’s also colourless, tasteless, and odourless. Unless you have a working CO alarm installed, it’s incredibly hard to detect. So how can you tell if you’ve been exposed to this dangerous gas?

Early symptoms Early symptoms look a lot like the flu.

This isn’t very helpful in the middle of flu season, and especially while BC is affected

by COVID-19. But if you’re experiencing the following symptoms, you may have been exposed to carbon monoxide: • Headaches • Confusion • Vomiting • Weakness • Dizziness • Chest pains One helpful way to tell the difference between monoxide poisoning and the flu is that while the flu is often accompanied by a fever, this is never the case with carbon monoxide.

Further Symptoms As carbon monoxide builds up in the bloodstream, symptoms evolve and magnify: • Increased confusion and drowsiness • Fast breathing, fast heartbeat, or increased chest pain • Vision problems • Seizures Too much exposure to CO will lead to death.

What to do if you suspect CO poisoning If you think you could be suffering from CO poisoning, follow this step-by-step process: 1. Turn your appliances off 2. Get everyone outside of the building, including pets 3. Call 911 or your local emergency number 4. Seek medical attention to treat symptoms If you can’t leave your home, position yourself near an open window or open door and complete the other steps.

If you are able to leave your home, do not go back inside until you’re sure it’s safe.

The fire department or your natural gas provider will be able to tell you when you can re-enter.

How to prevent CO poisoning The only way to tell if there is carbon monoxide in your home is with a working carbon monoxide alarm.

Make sure to purchase a CO alarm that comes with a certification mark from a certification body accredited by the Standards Council of Canada. Before installing your CO alarm, read through the manual and familiarize yourself with the various sounds it makes and their meaning. After installation, keep in mind the alarm’s expiry date—CO alarms typically expire after five to ten years.

In addition to having a CO alarm, you should make sure your gas appliances are installed and serviced by a licensed gas contractor. Book inspections annually, to make sure they’re in good working order and not at risk of producing CO.

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Obituary Dana Lee McIntyre June 22nd 1958 – November 30th 2022 It is with deep sadness the family of Dana Lee McIntyre announces his passing. On November 30th, 2022, Dana passed peacefully at 64 years, in Salmon Arm BC. He is forever remembered by his spouse Marnie Baxter and son Skyler McIntyre. Also, brother and sister-in-law Ken McIntyre and Evelyn Kury, Aunt and Uncle Beverly and Dave Edgecombe, nieces and nephews, extended family, and many, many friends. He is predeceased by sister Karen McIntyre and mother Marigold McIntyre.

Dana was born in Ontario. He migrated west to Alberta first, then British Columbia in the late 80’s. He and Marnie settled in Lee Creek in the mid 90’s, where he stayed for the rest of his life. He owned and operated an electrical business for 15 years, Quantal Electric. Sick of crawling through cobwebs and mouse poop, he took on teaching Electrical at Thompson Rivers University for a decade. During that time he developed and did the ground work for the International Work Experience Program based in Oaxaca, Mexico, installing solar panels into villages without power. Dana was well loved by the locals.

Dana was a man of many talents and passions. One of his biggest passions was music. He was a self taught guitar player, singer and songwriter. He also played bass in various rock bands as a young man, and joined others playing music throughout his life. Dana loved outdoor adventures and world travel. He would have traveled around the world if life had allowed the time. Through his journey with cancer, he accomplished many things. He spent his last year golfing, recording music and travelling to see family and friends. He will be missed and loved forever by many.

Repeat and fade.

The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Bastion Place and the Oncology Department at Shuswap General Hospital.

A service will be held Spring 2023. Please stay tuned for the announcement.

Obituary Patricia Jean (Smith) Olsen Born in Saskatchewan on the 9th of January in 1935 and adopted into a loving family, “Patsy” often reminisced of how her father would tell her that he chose her because she was the only one with curly hair. What followed was a fondly remembered childhood with her sister Marylin and her brother Jack, both whom predeceased their middle sister.

Raised in East End, Patricia taught school and then attended Nurse’s college in Regina, graduating in 1956 and making many lifelong friends. In 1957 she married Leonard ‘Jack’ Smith and became the wife of an army officer with its many challenges and benefits. The couple lived throughout Canada and in Europe and became the parents of two boys. Sadly, Jack suffered a devastating illness while on maneuvers in Wainwright, AB and died in 1966, leaving Pat a widow with children aged 8 and 6.

As a single parent, Patricia returned to nursing work in Calgary and years later met Gordon Olsen, who became her partner for the next 25 years. Together they moved the family to Chase, BC where they built a log house and enjoyed an active social life. They separated after moving to Victoria where Pat spent the remainder of her days, working until retirement at James Bay Lodge. A lover of golf, Pat played constantly, first in Metchosin and later at Cedar Hill.

Pat passed after a brief illness on December 3, 2022 and leaves behind her sons, Dale Olsen (Marie) of Victoria and Glenn Smith in the Okanagan, grandsons Kehler Smith and Clinton Zirk, as well as her nieces, nephews and their families Our family would like to thank the staff at Douglas Amica House for their years of care and concern, and the great people at The Heights, who cared for Pat in her final days.

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RCMP REPORT - DECEMBER

submitted by Chase RCMP LIVE VIDEO SURVEILLANCE male who was seen in the area at the time On December 4th, 2022 at 3:37 am, Chase of the theft. Police conducted patrols RCMP were advised of a trespasser at the and located a male who matched the Pritchard Eco-Depot. Police were told description. The male was found to be in the security company was watching live possession of the stolen belongings. He video surveillance of a male trespassing was arrested for theft and released with inside the fenced compound. Police a court date. The stolen items were seized attended and located a male in the area. and returned to the complainant.

The male was found to be in violation of his curfew conditions and was arrested BREAK AND ENTER accordingly. He was released with a On December 22nd, 2022 at 5:05 am, future court date.

Chase RCMP were dispatched to a break Chase RCMP responded to approximately and enter in progress at a residence east 18 similar calls at the Pritchard Eco- of Chase. The complainant (a neighbour) Depot in 2022. stated that she could see a bright light and thought that two people were trying DISTURBANCE to break into the home. Police attended On December 6th, 2022, Chase RCMP and found no signs of a break-in. When received multiple calls of a disturbance in Police phoned the complainant, she the Monte Creek area. Callers reported stated that she realized that it was her that a male neighbour was acting neighbour’s solar lights flashing on and strangely—yelling and screaming. Police off. were then told that the male stripped down to his underwear, kicked in a ASSAULT WITH WEAPON neighbour’s door and stole his car. The On December 23rd, 2022 at 5:13 pm, male later returned to the area, where he Chase RCMP were dispatched to a report was located by Police. Police determined of an assault in Chase. The caller advised his behaviour was likely caused by a that there was a female banging on his medical issue; he was apprehended under window, yelling that she had been bear the Mental Health Act and transported to sprayed. Police and ambulance attended. hospital.

The female was unhappy that Police were called and would not say what happened, FOUND PERSON least that she be considered a “rat goof ”.

On December 8th, 2022 Chase RCMP She complained of pain in her eyes and were requested to assist at a residential of difficulty breathing; yet she was rude address in Chase. The caller reported to the paramedics who tried to treat her. that an elderly male knocked on their She was found to be violating her curfew door because he was lost. Police attended conditions and was therefore arrested. and realized the male had been reported missing after unexpectedly leaving his CHECK WELLBEING residence in Salmon Arm. The male On December 24th, 2022 at 6:36 pm, was not supposed to be driving and had Chase RCMP were requested for a likely become confused. The homeowner ‘Check Wellbeing’ on Kamloops Shuswap invited the elderly male inside and served Road. Multiple callers reported that an him tea, while Police contacted his family adult female was screaming and walking and arranged for his return home. down the road in bare feet, dressed only in pajamas. It was dark, -6 degrees and THEFT snowing. Callers noted she was freezing On December 8th Chase RCMP cold and attempted to assist the female were advised of a theft in Chase. The until Police arrived. The female appeared complainant reported that someone to be suffering a medical emergency and gained access to his pickup and stole was transported to hospital by ambulance. several personal items. Police were Chase RCMP would like to recognize the provided a description of a suspicious Good Samaritans who helped this female

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in distress on Christmas Eve. ASSSAULTS WITH WEAPONS On November 5th, 2022 at 10:30 pm, Chase RCMP Detachment were dispatched to a report of an assault on Paquette Road. Police were told that one male was bear sprayed in the face and another male was shot in the face with a pellet gun. Four more people were involved in the incident but were reportedly uninjured. The injured men required immediate medical attention as well as follow-up medical care. The police investigation determined that the incident began as a confrontation between two men, regarding stolen property. Police obtained statements from those involved, identified suspects and collected evidence from the scene.

Two men were arrested for assault with a weapon. On December 13th, Chase RCMP were notified that Crown Counsel had declined to proceed with this file and the recommended charges were not approved.

SHOOTING On November 10th, 2022, at 1:47 am, Chase RCMP and BC Ambulance Services responded to a report of a shooting north of Chase. The victim received serious injuries that were not considered to be life threatening. The shooting was believed to be targeted. Two suspects were identified in the course of the investigation and were subsequently arrested.

Charges of robbery with a firearm, discharging a firearm with intent, and aggravated assault have been laid against Eleana Pena and Thunder Leon, both of Chase, BC.

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THE HEAT CLOSEsubmitted OUT 2022 WITH A BANG!

by Scott Koch It’s been a while and during the time away 5 games were played.

For the 3 contests prior to the Christmas break we will be brief, which should make many readers happy. Game 1 on the 13th was a face off with the Revelstoke Grizzlies. To this point in the season the Heat had won both earlier games between the foes. Although outshot 45 to 20 by the bears, this 3 period piece of entertainment went down to the wire. Captain Trevor Kennedy got the ball rolling from Mikkel Hrechka and Bryan Fraser in the 1st. In the 2nd the visitors fought back with a pair, but Kieran Armitage unassisted tied it at 2-2.

The Heat ran out of gas in the 3rd and the Mad Mountain Bears tallied for a 3-2 loss for our Heat. Glimpses of skill stymied by Revelstoke, Meyer Gaume’s star shone in this one with accolades to Armitage for his spunk.

Next up the Heat motored up the Cariboo trail on the 16th to face the 100 Mile House Wranglers. No scoring in the 1st, the Wranglers scored once in each of the next two stanzas. Outshot 41-29 the star again was Gaume as he kept his teammates in a game they lacked hard work and energy in.

It’s a little bit funny at this point as the Heat played game 3 at home versus the Sicamous Eagles on the 17th, and allowed 40 plus shots again. Again Gaume starred, including stopping a penalty shot. Tired after sleeping through the game the night before a great deal of the game was spent resting in the penalty box while hoping Gaume would stop everything. This one concluded 6-2 for the visitors, with Kaleb Preymak from Hudson Ketsa and Carter Spring scoring in the 2nd. In the 3rd

Braeden Huth from Tyson Tokarz scored the Heat 2nd goal.

On December 30th and 31st the Heat and the Revelstoke Grizzlies played a home and away pair of games. The 1st contest was at the Art Holding Memorial Arena.The first 15 minutes showcased Heat hustle and hardwork, and inspite of the Mad Bears scoring once it was a solid period versus the big dogs in the Doug Birks Division. In the 2nd 3 penalties in a row hurt the Heat as they were back on their heels scrambling around. The Stoke shooters scored on the man advantage and a second time on an errant pass up the middle. Even Gaume couldn’t perform his magic with his teammates getting 1 shot on goal in the period. In the 3rd the visitors popped in a pair for a 5-0 victory while outshooting the home side 42-15. The entire team starred in the first 15 minutes of this game, but the player that worked the hardest gets the star again, Meyer Gaume.

Saving the best for last, everything tastes better when there is a little bit of icing on top. It turned out to be “May Day” on New Years Eve as the Heat met the Grizzlies at the sold out Forum in the Mountain Mecca. Lots of physicality early, the hosts get the only goal in the 1st.

Hudson Ketsa displayed a lot of hustle getting two denied scoring opportunities.

In the 2nd Ketsa went to the dirty area in the blue paint surrounded by grumpy bears and bashed a counter home. The game is tied and from that point on Roderic May between the pipes made an array of stunning stops. Later in the 2nd Kieran Armitage was hauled down on a breakaway and the result was a penalty shot. The Heat bench staff gambled and

sent out Kennedy for the opportunity and he didn’t miss popping in the game winner. In the 3rd the Heat killed off a 5 minute major penalty, a big assist in the victory as well as the game long control of the faceoff circles. First star in this one May stopping 46 of 47, with hats off to Ketsa and Kennedy as well. A 2-1 win to put an exclamation mark on 2022.

Next up in 2023 Friday January 6th the Nelson Leafs make their way to our Chilly Arena. On Saturday the 7th the boys head to Kamloops to face the Storm.

The following weekend the Heat are in the East Kootenays for a clash or two. Stay safe, healthy and happy in the New Year.

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Page 7 • January 6th, 2023 • Chase Sunflower NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED VILLAGE of CHASE ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 922-2022

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The Village of Chase Council will be holding a Public Hearing pursuant to Section 464 of the Local Government Act, to consider amendments to the Village of Chase Zoning Bylaw No. 683 for the following property shown as “subject property” on the sketch plan below: LOT 21 DL 517 KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN 29396 (1106 Beach Place) The Council, as the result of an application from the owner of the named property, will consider amending the uses on the subject property by adding “Short-Term Rental” as a permitted use.

If you feel your property interests may be affected by the proposed amendment and you wish to address Village Council on any matters pertaining to this bylaw, please attend the Public Hearing to be held at the Community Hall at 547 Shuswap Avenue, on: Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at 4:00 pm Your comments/concerns may also be presented in writing, in advance of the meeting by addressing them to the undersigned, or at the public hearing in person, by petition or by attorney.

NOVICE

Sean O’Flaherty, RPP Corporate Officer Village of Chase Note: This is the second of two consecutive Public Notices.

Dated this 6th day of January, 2023 at Chase, BC

Annual Christmas Tree Disposal Drop-Off

Please take your decorationfree post-Christmas tree to our collection/disposal site at the Curling Club parking lot just across from the Community Hall. The site will accept trees between January 3 & January 13.

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Schooling and Volunteers—A Unbeatable Combination

by Carolyn Parks-Mintz, Author, Journalist & Freelance Writer Those who give freely of their time, the benefit of all students by providing to those assisting in various ways. talent, and encouragement are invaluable opportunities to inform parents about Volunteer participation at Haldane is a to organizations, communities, and the school, by involving parents in win-win-win—for parents, students, and especially to those people they support. volunteering, and by openly discussing staff. And Principal Colleen Topolovec Nowhere is this more evident than parents’ concerns and aspirations for recognizes and appreciates all that’s within our educational system. Schools their education centre. As well, the being contributed by so many. and the experiences there create the mandate of PACs is unbiased with Founded 35 years ago for pre-schoolers, foundation of a student’s life—something respect to race, colour, religion, politics, by Adams Lake, Neskonlith and Little essentially important to the citizens family status, gender, sexual orientation, Shuswap Lake parents concerned about of tomorrow. Their learning, studies, and physical or mental ability. the loss of the Secwepemctsin language, development, and attitudes are enriched Haldane Elementary School’s PAC is the Chief Atahm School has developed by extra-curricular activities through comprised of eighteen active members, into a federally funded education the involvement of keen volunteers. with eight of these on its Board of facility grounded in the belief that And the schools in Chase are fortunate Directors. President Jennifer Deleeuw, knowledge of their language, traditional to have such committed individuals formerly an Early Childhood Educator, practices, and beliefs will establish and contributing so much. particularly enjoys being involved with maintain a healthy and balanced living It should be noted that not all parents teachers, education, and youngsters, environment, preparing students for are able to carry out regular volunteering, which include her own children who today’s world while protecting the earth due to employment, family obligations, attend Haldane. Jennifer reports that for people of the future and for all living and distance from schools. However, her connection to the school promotes beings. there are often “one-off ” opportunities to diligence and competent performance The school’s Language Nest programme assist with specific events occasionally— in her two offspring—that they seem to welcomes children from 6 months to and parents driving kids to and from strive for more, knowing she’s involved 4 years of age, followed by Nursery practices or sports games are important with the school.

School. Students’ early education up to contributions. Checking with children The PAC’s fundraising events, Grade 4 is conducted completely in the on what’s current in their studies and often generously supported by local Secwepemctsin language, while Grades on the good and not-so-good that businesses, are another important 5 to 10 include English. happened at school each day are also benefit for teachers and students.

Principal Robert Matthew, who also beneficial. Engaged parents result in In addition to its Parent Advisory finds time to volunteer as his work engaged students.

Council, Haldane Elementary benefits permits, describes the school’s helpers Parent Advisory Councils (PACs), from the volunteers assisting with its as caring people, and states that staff, authorized by the BC School Act, provide One to One reading programme for volunteers and parents “share” the feedback to educators as the collective Grades 1 to 4 students. Both the tutors children, through this partnership. voice of parents of their schools. and the children enjoy their regular Chief Atahm School’s Parent Advisory Through their elected Officers, they reading sessions which have proven Council (named The Law Givers) advise school boards, principals, and to be very successful in advancing the includes all parents and meets quarterly. staff with respect to any matter relating students’ reading skills.

Decisions impacting operations and to students’ education and the school.

As well, the connections, thank you’s students are considered, finalized and PACs strive to represent the diversity and positive feedback from the school approved by this dedicated group. within communities and to contribute to community are particularly encouraging Continued on next page....

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Schooling and Volunteers

Extra-curricular activities, field trips, and cultural events are supported by volunteers, as well as by staff—all of which enhance academics and traditional skills, while upholding the school’s vision of a Secwepemctsinspeaking community living in balance with nature.

Principal and extra-curricular coach Greg Gartrell at Chase Secondary School believes individuals are drawn to volunteer because of the relationships that develop, as well as for the sense of fulfillment that comes from helping others—and that such involvement should be fully supported and appreciated by everyone.

The school’s committed PAC is responsible for the disbursement of special project funds, leadership on school matters, and is an advisory group with regard to learning plans and district initiatives.

Through volunteers, the high school’s students enjoy activities including basketball, volleyball, soccer, an outdoor club, boys club network, art club, and music with the school band.

Educator and band leader David Bakker teaches three music classes as well as encouraging the budding student musicians who make up the school’s band—and has enjoyed every minute of his eight years with the school. The Chase Secondary band will be taking part in an adjudicated competition in Whistler during April. However, in that their course ends in January, band members will practise two to three times a week during their lunch time for two months, in order to maintain their skills.

Conductor Bakker has seen that involvement with a band is important in creating leaders, in

building resiliency (“practise ‘til ya get it right”) and in developing participants’ disciplinary skills.

Making music is obviously about more than hitting the right notes.

First year Math and Physical Education teacher Bryce Turner (whose high school Principal was the aforementioned Greg Gartrell) has followed in the footsteps of his teacher/coach Father as well as his teacher Mother—Bryce’s calling could well have been a genetic trait.

Regardless of its origin, he very much enjoys participation in the class room, the gym, and when coaching the senior boys’ basketball team, which involves six hours of weekly practice plus three to four hours for a scheduled game. The Chase Secondary boys recently travelled to Merritt for a game, which meant leaving the school at 2:30 pm and returning to Chase about 10:00 at night.

Coach Turner reports that in addition to the rapport that builds through coaching, the activity is fun for all. And the positive support from colleagues and parents means a lot to everyone taking part.

His coaching includes prioritizing education and good grades, wholesome behaviour, and upright citizenship. It’s apparent that a worthy attitude in sports translates to other aspects of growing up and maturity.

In conclusion, it’s obvious that volunteerism plays an important role in the education, sports, and school life of local students— just as it positively impacts those who donate their time and ability—simply because they can.

Know that you are recognized and appreciated. Bravo! And many thanks to all!

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A PASTORAL PERSPECTIVE

Are you alone?

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by Tyler Harper

As you read this are you alone? I am not asking if you are locked in a room by yourself, I am not asking if you’re far away from people. Maybe a better question is do you feel lonely?

Because we can be surrounded by people, we can be at a busy restaurant or a lively party and still feel alone. We can even feel alone in a situation as intimate as a bed we share with our partner. Being 3 feet apart, doesn’t mean we aren’t alone.

Loneliness is the absence of belonging, of feeling like you ‘fit’, the feeling of acceptance.

Social scientists note that we ave reached “epidemic levels” of loneliness in our contemporary society. And loneliness is serious. We might want to brush off our feelings as no big deal, as inconsequential, but loneliness significantly affects our health, it might not be an overstatement to say loneliness kills.

Studies show that loneliness has the same impact on mortality as smoking fifteen cigarettes a day and loneliness is a better predictor of early death than obesity. Growing up in the 80s and 90s I heard a lot about the dangers of smoking, especially habitual smoking. But we didn’t hear as much about the dangers of loneliness.

Loneliness is killing us. We crave togetherness.

I am not going to pontificate about the sources of this loneliness, but those of us who have been exposed to the Christian Scriptures; the presence of loneliness and the dangers of loneliness shouldn’t be a surprise, but within these same pages we find the healing of this crippling loneliness.

In the opening pages of the Bible, we read that as soon as our first parents chose their own way, to be in control, they suddenly felt shame and fear, separation and distrust — the very things that allow loneliness to fester.

That’s the problem, but there is a solution.

When Jesus’ birth is being foretold by an angel He is described as Immanuel, which means God with us. We aren’t rejected, we aren’t left alone, we aren’t abandoned, but God is with us. And this coming creates something, something physical and something real. God with us creates a unity, a unity that is both spiritual and physical. Such a deep unity between persons that it is referred to as a body, a single body.

We experience the resolution to our loneliness not with a task or with more stuff, but by existing within a single being, a single reality, a local gathering as imperfect as it is, that is part of this great, global, and eternal gathering — because that’s what the word church actually means, the original word that we translate as church means the gathered’. A gathering that is intended to be so close, so intimate that it starts to function as one being, not because a bunch of people get together, but because God is with us.

We need each other, loneliness is killing us, and the best way to prevent that is with relationships — with our Creator and with our fellow creation.

If you are interested in this togetherness, if you have questions.

I would invite you to join us for Alpha.

Alpha is a space where questions are welcome and we can explore faith, life, and meaning. There is more information on our Website (ChaseChurch.com). Alpha is being hosted at Natty Cakes, starting on January 12th at 7:30 pm. Come enjoy some refreshments, watch a short video, and ask and explore deep and meaningful questions.

Tyler Harper (tyler@chasechurch. com) is the Pastor at Chase Evangelical Free Church 1. Douglas Nemecek, Cigna U.S. Loneliness Index 2. Julianne Holt-Lunstad et al., “Loneliness and Social Isolation as Risk Factors for Mortality: A Meta-Analytic Review,” Perspectives on Psychological Science 10, no.

2 (March 1, 2015): 227-37

Village of Chase Temporary, Casual On-Call Employment Opportunity Relief Driver - Public Works Reporting to the Director of Corporate Operations, and taking direction from the Team Lead Hand, a casual on-call employment opportunity exists in Public Works at the Village of Chase for a Relief Driver. Tasks include but are not limited to: • Performing pre and post trip inspections and driving the tandem axle solid waste truck, the front end loader, the snow plow truck and other heavy trucks and equipment • Ensuring trucks and other maintenance are appropriately reported and either repaired at the Public Works shop or arrangements are made for repairs to be done by an independent repair shop • Other duties as assigned Being a position within the Bargaining Unit, and in compliance with Article 11 of the Collective Agreement between the Village of Chase and the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 900, this notice is being provided to all Village of Chase Bargaining Unit staff as well as being posted externally.

The successful candidate will have: • A minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent • Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with air brake endorsement • Sound knowledge of heavy equipment and large trucks • Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with employees and members of the public • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions • Basic knowledge of precautionary work procedures to ensure public safety • Sound judgment The wage for this position is $33.05 per hour with 6% paid in lieu of annual vacation. The position is a casual on-call position, consisting of full and part-time hours as operationally required, and may involve weekend shifts as required. This position will not exceed nine (9) months in duration.

Applications outlining past experience will be received at the Village Office, until 4:30 p.m., Friday, January 16, 2023.

Please submit your application by mail to PO Box 440, Chase, BC, or in person to the address below, or electronically to Sean O’Flaherty, Director of Corporate Operations, at co@chasebc.ca.

The Village wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Village of Chase, PO Box 440, 826 Shuswap Avenue Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Tel: 250-679-3238 Fax: 250-679-3070

Dated this 6th day of January, 2023

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THE MEADOWS OF CEL7WET FESTIVAL GROUNDS submitted by Judy Denault

Would like to thank all the people of Chase, Pritchard, ALIB, LSIB, NIB, surrounding areas and far away, that came and supported our Festivals this year.

Our goals are to bring in entertainment to our valley. Along with that comes good economics for our communities. We want to support our local people, from Food Trucks, Traditional Crafts, Local Artists, Bannock Makers, Jewelry makers, variety of booths, from clothing, souvenirs, yoga, reiki, healing, and massage, promoting local products.

Putting our local people first.

We want to bring in some entertainment for children. Some Classic Rock, Country, Blues, Rap, a variety of music.

Eventually Weddings, and Family Reunions. Promote Local Artists the best we can.

Our Venues this year were: Country Music Festival - June 18, 2022 - Aaron Pritchett - Tanner Dawson (Local star) and Wander North - Daylen James - Cameron Whitcomb (American Idol)

Traditional Naming Ceremony – July 8, 2022 - Drumming and Feast 5th Annual Poker Run – July 9, 2022 - Dance – Classic Rock - Local Bands, Running on Empty, KNOX Electronic Music Festival – August 4-7, 2022 - Electric Love (partly supported by Prov. Of B.C.) - Food trucks, Artists, Music, Healing workshop, Yoga, Reiki Wedding - August 11, 2022 - Celebration of Marriage - Music, Dance - Feast (Local Catering) Electronic Music Festival – September 3-4, 2022 - Deep Roots We will post our upcoming venues for 2023 when we have confirmed them.

Wishing all our Community Members a Very Happy New Year From THE MEADOWS OF CEL7WET FESTIVAL GROUNDS AND THE DENEAULT FAMILY

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Press Release Salmon Arm BC, Salmon as the people who call our Arm Winter Fun Fest will be Shuswap community home. warming up our city with a At the Fairgrounds, there’ll celebration of community, be lots of opportunity for culture, and civic pride. The entertainment and really best of Salmon Arm’s music, engaging family fun. We have theatre, sport and recreation a full lineup of activities we will be on display. are currently scheduling, such This year’s festival is set for as, wagon/sleigh rides, The Feb. 18th & 19th, 2023 during Blue Buns Bike-a-Palooza, the Family Day long weekend, Ice Cream eating contest, with the theme Traditions in CornHole tourney, Fire and Snowy Conditions!

Snow sculptures, Frozen The last winter festival was Dreamcatcher Contest, Hay held in November of 2021, and Bale Toss, Snow golf, Predespite the cold wet weather, Parade Fun Run, Snowflake more than 3,000 people enjoyed Kickball tourney and the zany the two-day festival. “Our Iron Fry Pan or Frozen Boot organizing committee felt the Toss.

Family Day weekend would We have a spectacular be more appropriate to host Fire Sculpture burn planned a family event. Hopefully we Saturday and Sunday evenings, will have snow and seasonal and, as winter is a traditional temperatures,” said Jim season of storytelling, during McEwan, organizer of the the sculpture burn attendees Salmon Arm Winter Fun Fest. will learn from Indigenous The Salmon Arm Winter knowledge keepers. Kids and Fun Fest provides a free family- adults alike to enjoy Kiki oriented winter celebration the Eco Elf as she brings her promoting the joy of outdoor entertaining dance party music, activities in the Shuswap or Christine the magical Face through the blending of sport, painter, and Maggie creating recreation, arts and culture. fabulous Balloon Art, there will “The arrival of the first snowfall, be something for everyone. low clouds and cold tends to Another returning feature be greeted with something to the festival will be 40 closer to despair that we often marketplace vendors and the forget the joy and amazing Food Trucks - featuring three opportunity that comes with the of the hottest and tastiest food winter season,” said McEwan. businesses on wheels that will Attendees will find the offer a large selection of mouthFairgrounds transformed watering and creative cuisine into a mosaic of winter fun! sure to please everyone’s taste Whether tossing a cast iron buds. fry pan or tapping toes to the tunes from local musicians, As the winter festival marveling at the artistic talent continues to grow, we hope on display at the snow sculpture to see more organizations demonstrations, cheering collaborate, to put on an on the athletes in the winter exceptional experience hosting kick ball, or warming by the events across the city for both Sculpture Burn and learning residents and visitors. For about Indigenous oral histories, more information, please check friends and families will enjoy https://www.salmonarmfair. activities that are as diverse com/winter-funfest.