North Shuswap Kicker January 2023

Local Mothers Establish Childcare Society

By Sionna McTavish

Finding dependable childcare in the North Shuswap has increasingly become a challenge – and at times, a barrier to employment – experienced by working parents. Including Kaytlyn MacDonald and Kimberly Martin, two local mothers who have teamed up to recently establish the North Shuswap Childcare Society (NSCS).

Kaytlyn is a Licensed Practical Nurse at the North Shuswap Health Centre and Kimberly teaches at North Shuswap Elementary. Together they have assembled a board of directors with Sally McLean, Strong Start Coordinator and Carlie Pellett, Learning Resource and Literacy Support Teacher, who collectively share a vision of developing a “multi-faceted” non-profit organization that can respond to, and “advocate” for, childcare needs in the local community, said Kaytlyn.

The primary goal set by North Shuswap Childcare Society is to “create a group childcare facility” with programs designed for children 0-36 months, 30 months to 5 years, and after-school for all ages, explained Kaytlyn. As well, NSCS is working towards offering summer programs to accommodate children and youth up to 14 years of age. A community-wide childcare needs assessment is one of the first steps towards re-

alizing this vision, and a vital component of their Community Child Care Business Plan. Data collected will inform aspects of the initiative including but not limited to: licensing requirements, government grant and other funding source eligibility, programming capacity, staffing, and the type of facility – along with location –necessary for operations.

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North Shuswap Childcare Society Board Members (L-R) Kimberly Martin, Kaytlyn MacDonald, Carlie Pellett and Sally MacLean. (Photo contributed)

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A formal survey is currently being developed and will be made available in both paper-based and online formats in the New Year. Meanwhile, the NSCS is highly encouraging residents of the North Shuswap to submit letters of support that will be accepted until the end of February 2023 to the following email address: northshuchildsociety@ gmail.com.

Kaytlyn also highlighted the importance of including personal stories in submissions and elaborating on current child care situations and/or struggles. NSCS must have a thorough understanding of the scope and level of demand for local childcare in order to successfully build a Community Action Plan framework best suited to families of the North Shuswap.

The NSCS will be hosting an event in February to connect with families and provide information about the Soci-

ety, along with another opportunity to complete the needs assessment survey. Specific details about the event are forthcoming.

While directors of NSCS navigate the “complex” process of developing a licensed child care facility in the North Shuswap, they also welcome expressions of interest in future job opportunities from certified Early Childhood Educators or those who wish to explore this career and pursue training.

As evidenced by this year’s census results, a notable increase in population has occurred in the North Shuswap. And, the NSCS would like to contribute to sustainable growth in the community with their childcare initiatives that support children and families. Please direct all inquiries to Kaytlyn MacDonald at the aforementioned email address. The NSCS looks forward to hearing from you!

...Kick-Back!!

...Kick-Back!!

By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

Year in Review 2022

After two years of the pandemic and the 2021 weather events, 2022 started to feel more normal with in person gatherings and community events.

In the spring, we saw the return of events without restrictions, including the Captain’s Village Marina Poker run, North Shuswap Community Hall Mothers’ Day brunch and wine stein and dine, the Donkey refuge open to visitors, field trips and cultural performances resumed at the school, summer festival, lumberjack show, arts and culture events, July 1 and monthly breakfasts at Lakeview Centre, Easter Egg hunts, Halloween and the Lions Christmas party for children.

The Kicker pages were also filled with the accomplishments of individuals in the arts, athletics and service to the

community, non-profit organizations, and businesses. Encouraging awareness, enthusiasm, involvement and pride in our community has been a focus of the Kicker since its inception 25 years ago. Major announcements included a grant of $2.34 million towards up-grades for the Scotch Creek Water System. With funding available to cover 73% of the costs of developing Phase 1 of the system, the 82 properties within the service area voted by 67% to go ahead. It is expected construction will start in the spring. The eventual goal is to join the new system supplied from the end of Wharf Rd. with the existing system at Saratoga, to service all of Scotch Creek. An update of the Saratoga system, using a

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$1.4 million grant was also completed.

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District adopted the North Shuswap Health Centre Financial Contribution Service Bylaw, to allow taxation to provide financial contributions to the Health Centre, to not exceed $130,000 per year. The amount each year will be decided during the CSRD budget process.

The Alternate Approval Process was used to obtain voter assent, which requires 10% of eligible electors to submit a negative response form. Of the estimated 2835 electors, 112 response forms were received.

Seymour Arm Wharf was closed in October due to structural concerns, with not enough funds to remedy the situation. Seymour Arm Community Association did not make this decision lightly but with a keen understanding that the wharf is a key public access point and for many, the only access to their homes and cabins.

The population of the North Shuswap increased by 30.4% from 2016 to 2021, growing by 746 people, from 2,454 to 3,200 people since the 2016 census.

In area parks, we saw the completion of the dock and boat launch at Bristow Rd Park in Celista and the community was given a chance to give feedback on a preliminary concept design of improvements at Rose Clifford Park in Scotch Creek.

An Area F Housing Study was completed which identified a lack of serviced land for community supported projects, very limited housing for seasonal residents and workers, a significant number of dwellings that are vacant or occupied by temporary residents, a limited supply of low income and small-unit housing, a lack of seniors housing to allow for aging-inplace, and a dramatic increase in home values and construction costs.

Completion of a housing report is a provincial prerequisite before the area’s

master plan can be updated.

The CSRD mosquito program was suspended in Scotch Creek when Little Shuswap Lake Band and BC Parks pulled support. As mosquitoes created problems over the summer, there are efforts underway to possibly restart the program in 2023.

An Area F Community Wildfire Protection Plan was completed with seven Crown Land units prioritized as areas of high and extreme threat which need vegetation treatment (partial/ conventional harvest, hand treatment or juvenile spacing. The Anglemont Wildfire Risk Reduction Project was delayed this fall due to dry conditions, but plans are to start it in January or February and plans are being developed for other priority areas.

With the goal of an active transportation pathway from Squilax to St. Ives, Lawson Engineering on behalf of the CSRD, completed a detailed 90% design plan for the first prioritized section from Ross Creek Park in Magna Bay to Fraser Bay in Anglemont. Once indigenous consultation and Ministry review and permitting are completed, (which could take close to a year) the design for that section should be shelf ready to apply for grants.

Flood watches throughout the Shuswap in late June/early July saw some flooding in low laying areas but did not reach historic danger levels.

On April 28, a suspected human caused wildfire above St. Ives grew to 18.5 hectares before it was extinguished. Lightning storms in the area caused other spot fires during the year but all were quickly extinguished by local firefighters and BC Wildfire crews.

The guest wing with 70 rooms and suites was destroyed at Quaaout Lodge on the May long weekend. The conference area, spa and golf course have since resumed operation.

The 20th annual Pulling Together Canoe Journey welcomed over 450 Indigenous Peoples, youth, police, and public service personnel from around

Kickin’ it up with Jay

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Happy New Year to everyone on the North Shuswap. Here’s hoping 2023 will be an excellent year for us all! What’s coming up for this year? Well, progress on several fronts.

First, and hopefully early this year, will be the wildfire fuel reduction actions above Anglemont. These have been in the planning/permitting stage for over a year now and my information suggests that a contractor has been hired and work will begin shortly. This will be happening in two phases with the highest priority areas done first. Planning has already begun for work to be done in St. Ives, Celista and Lee Creek and hopefully these other important areas will be ready once Anglemont is finished.

The Ministry of Transportation as well as AIM roads have new managers for our area. I think we can all agree that we haven’t been super happy with the roads’ maintenance and servicing for the last few years. I’ve had a phone meeting with the new MoTI manager, and he assures me that there will be more repaving and road repairs in 2023. I have heard that before, but I’d like to think that with the new personnel, it will actually happen. Fingers crossed.

Our first of 3 community feedback programs should begin in February, I think. The Community Issues Assessment has been on the books for 3 years. Between differences of opinion in the scope of the study, and Covid limiting direct community input, it’s been a slow and somewhat frustrating wait. We will be looking for community members to sit as a committee to give direct input so please consider contributing a bit of your time for this needed project. Also, there will be opportunities for the community as a whole to get involved via an Open Meeting as well as online surveys.

Last month I mentioned our Food Security and Child Care groups. We have made some progress and there is now a North Shuswap Childcare Society set up to work on this issue. They are still looking for information from the community: Are there ECE or ECE-A’s out there in the North Shuswap that we don’t know about? (Early Childhood Educators) Also, how many families need/want childcare? You can email northshuchildsociety@gmail. com for further information. The food group took some time off for Christmas but will be getting back together in January to discuss opportunities and plans. If you have an interest in helping to make the North Shuswap more food self-sufficient, get in touch with me and I’ll get you more information.

I didn’t have room in my article last month for a further discussion on Seniors Housing. I have met with some active seniors in the area and have determined that there is a need and want for some low-maintenance housing.

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The one 55+ housing co-op we have has a total of 7 units, and there is a waitlist that is years long. In chatting with the manager of the co-op, they would be happy to discuss adding more units, and they have the space, but whether that could be accomplished with the restrictions that Interior Health has for Scotch Creek is the big question. We need to get a group of people together that would do some research and planning. There is only so much I can do without the community coming together, to tell those with the power to make changes, that we need change. Again, contact me and we’ll get the ball rolling.

Looking a little further down the road, I’m hoping that shovels will be in the ground for the new Scotch Creek water system this spring. That may open some land for new housing. Our task is to encourage developers to provide a range of lot and house sizes so that affordable/ available homes come to the North Shuswap. I plan on holding two Town Hall meetings this year, one in March and another in October where we can all get together and discuss issues of community importance. I’ll give you an update on dates next month.

So, these are some of the things coming up in the next few months. If you have an interest in giving the community a bit of your time on one of the projects mentioned, get in touch with me.

Here’s to a great 2023!

Jay Simpson jsimpson@csrd. bc.ca 250-517-9578 Web & FB: NorthShuswap.info

I dont’ call them New Year resolutions ... I prefer casual promises to myself I’m under no obligation to fulfill.

Wishing Everyone a Healthy Prosperous New Year

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BC on July 12 to 20, for a canoe journey through Secwepemc territory, including several stops on the Shuswap.

The 24-day Salute to the Sockeye saw an added bonus this time around when five Secwépemc communities reclaimed the lead in this ceremony. Along with the wonder of watching the salmon return to spawn, the Salute featured Secwépemc artisans, entertainers, cultural and fishing knowledge keepers, and story tellers in cultural and ceremo- nial activities.

Luckily, the Shuswap is still Invasive mussels free but there were two algae

blooms on the lake this year. The Shuswap Watershed Council and the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society have been working and advocating to government agencies to put more resources toward protecting the lake.

The Shuswap Economic Development Society worked to prioritize and help identify the highest impact strategies for improving our local economy. It is also working to improve internet services in the area, collecting data and developing a master internet plan.

This past year has been our busiest and most challenging to date. Thank you to our wonderful customers for your continued support and understanding as we continue to provide the best service we can. We would like to wish you all a very healthy, happy and a prosperous New Year!

RCMP Make Arrest for the Murder of John Vance

RCMP Major Crimes Unit

On June 25, 2021 at 5:46 a.m., Chase RCMP responded to a reported shooting in the 4100-block of Squilax-Anglemont Road in Scotch Creek BC. Front line officers responded to the scene at the car wash, where they found an adult man who had been shot and who subsequently died of his wounds.

On December 5, 2022 Paul Vincent Binder was charged with the murder of John Vance; Binder was subsequently arrested and is currently in custody pending future Court hearings.

“I’m appreciative for the assistance from our partners and the ongoing efforts by the investigative team in bringing this matter to its

current state” states Inspector Brent Novakoski, Southeast District Senior Investigating Officer of the BC RCMP Major Crime Section.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact the RCMP Southeast District Major Crime Unit information line at 1-877-987-8477.

Photo: 32-year-old John Vance of the Scotch Creek area was found deceased at the Scotch Creek car wash in June 2021 (credit Chase RCMP)

LIVE VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

On December 4, 2022 at 3:37 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a trespasser at the Pritchard Eco-Depot. Police were told the security company was watching live video surveillance of a male trespassing inside the fenced compound. Police attended and located a male in the area. The male was found to be in violation of his curfew conditions and was arrested accordingly. He was released with a future court date.

Chase RCMP responded to approximately 18 similar calls at the Pritchard Eco-Depot in 2022.

DISTURBANCE

On December 6, Chase RCMP received multiple calls of a disturbance in the Monte Creek area. Callers reported that a male neighbour was acting strangely—yelling and screaming. Police were then told that the male stripped down to his underwear, kicked in a neighbour’s door and stole his car. The male later returned to the area, where he was located by Police. Police determined his behaviour was likely caused by a medical issue; he was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and transported to hospital.

FOUND PERSON

On December 8, Chase RCMP were requested to assist at a residential address in Chase. The caller reported that an elderly male knocked on their door because he was lost. Police attended and realized the male had been reported missing after unexpectedly leaving his residence in Salmon Arm. The male was not supposed to be driving and had likely become confused. The homeowner invited the elderly

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male inside and served him tea, while Police contacted his family and arranged for his return home.

THEFT

On December 16, Chase RCMP were advised of a theft in Chase. The complainant reported that someone gained access to his pickup and stole several personal items. Police were provided a description of a suspicious male who was seen in the area at the time of the theft. Police conducted patrols and located a male who matched the description. The male was found to be in possession of the stolen belongings. He was arrested for theft and released with a court date. The stolen items were seized and returned to the complainant.

BREAK AND ENTER

On December 22 at 5:05 am, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a break and enter in progress at a residence east of Chase. The complainant (a neighbour) stated that she could see a bright light and thought that two people were trying to break into the home. Police attended and found no signs of a break-in. When Police phoned the complainant, she stated that she realized that it was her neighbour’s solar lights flashing on and off.

ASSAULT WITH WEAPON

On December 23 at 5:13 pm, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a report of an assault in Chase. The caller advised that there was a female banging on his window, yelling that she had been bear sprayed. Police and ambulance attended. The female was unhappy that Police were called and would not say what happened, lest that she be considered a

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Shuswap waterfront owners are faced with new and changing regulations from all levels of government.

• We successfully lobbied local and provincial governments to allow for larger docks.

• We advocate for waterfront owners rights and keep our members informed of their responsibilities

• We continue to monitor the activities on the Shuswap Watershed Council and stress responsible use of taxpayers dollars

• We actively support local and provincial efforts to prevent the introduction of Zebra and Quagga mussels to BC.

• Our board members have over 300 years of experience on the Shuswap, and are familiar with issues like the new changes to the Federal Fisheries Act

• We continue to keep our members updated on the status of buoys and their removal

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“rat goof”. She complained of pain in her eyes and of difficulty breathing; yet she was rude to the paramedics who tried to treat her. She was found to be violating her curfew conditions and was therefore arrested.

CHECK WELLBEING

On December 24 at 6:36 pm, Chase RCMP were requested for a ‘Check Wellbeing’ on Kamloops Shuswap Road. Multiple callers reported that an adult female was screaming and walking down the road in bare feet, dressed only in pajamas. It was dark, -6 degrees and snowing. Callers noted she was freezing cold and attempted to assist the female until Police arrived. The female appeared to be suffering a medical emergency and was transported to hospital by ambulance. Chase RCMP would like to recognize the Good Samaritans who helped this female in distress on Christmas Eve.

ASSSAULTS WITH WEAPONS

On November 5, 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 13, Chase RCMP were notified that Crown Counsel had declined to proceed with this file and the recommended charges were not approved.

SHOOTING

On November 10, 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.

Focus on Kicker Advertisers and Supporters

By Jo Anne Malpass

As the Kicker prints its 300th edition, we thank everyone who has helped the Kicker provide a voice for our community over the years.

Our thanks start with the members of the Chamber of Commerce “Kommunity Involvement & Communication Kommittee”, which produced the first Kicker in February 1998 as part of an initiative to rejuvenate the community and draw more attention to what was taking place in the North Shuswap.

A giant thank you goes out to all the advertisers who support the Kicker each month, some of whom have been with us since that first edition. Your ads help community members find the services they need and that they can access locally. You are why people say, “I found it in The Kicker!”

Without your support, the Kicker would not be able to continue to provide a space for our community to connect and share the great things that happen in the North Shuswap.

Special thanks to all those who contribute editorially. We appreciate receiving articles and information from contributors on a wide variety of topics of interest to our community, including human interest stories about the ac-

complishments of our residents. Those who are involved with the various local clubs and organizations are the ones who share news about their group’s goals, achievements, events and information on the ways the community can be involved. The variety of information and styles of writing, add to the uniqueness of The Kicker, while allowing it to be what it was intended to be - a vehicle for furthering a cohesive, supportive and informed community.

Finally, with deep gratitude, we thank our readers for investing the time to read what we publish. Without you, the effort would be pointless. You have always been very loyal and supportive of our efforts to produce a quality newsletter. Whether you pick up your copy at local stores or drop boxes, have a subscription so your paper copy is mailed to you or read it on-line, your feedback helps to shape our publication.

Your positive comments mean more than we can say, and your critiques make us stop to consider ways to improve the quality of our articles.

The Kicker management and staff are grateful of the support from everyone in our community and wish you all the best in 2023.

North Shuswap Fire Services

By Caroline Hilland, Anglemont FD

“Community” is both what motivates us to work together and what results from our combined efforts to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. And it is at this time of year, especially, when being part of a community has its most rewarding benefits. For the Anglemont Fire Department the opportunity to take part in the Santa Claus parade and in the Christmas Food Hamper drive has been especially satisfying. Indeed, what a wonderfully generous and joyful community we have all created together as we celebrate the holiday season!

More specifically, we were awed by the residents of Anglemont and St. Ives, who together donated 905 pounds of food and $1,050 to the Christmas Food Hamper effort. Coupled with this was a $4,000 donation presented by the Chair of the Board of Directors of the SASCU Credit Union, Dave King, who also happens to be our former Deputy Chief. It was a busy time collecting, sorting and distributing the hampers at the Celista Hall, but again, the opportunity to

help our neighbours was its own reward.

The Anglemont Fire Department was also able to help BC Ambulance with a lift-assist this month, and we responded when a monitored alarm was activated in a vacant property. This latter event illustrated the necessity of leaving a key with a trusted neighbour when you are away, as it is extremely difficult for firefighters to assess the situation thoroughly from the exterior.

Similarly, chimney fires can be a hidden hazard. That is, while some chimney fires roar up the chimney, sounding like a freight train and sending flames and billows of smoke out from the chimney, others burn slowly and are silently destructive. While slow burning fires appear less dangerous, the high temperatures can cause serious damage to your chimney and catch other parts of your home on fire. It is not uncommon for this type of chimney fire to spread within the studs of adjoining

Anglemont FD with truckload of food collected for hamper boxes. (Photo credit Caroline Hilland)

walls, or up into the attic, where they can slowly smolder unbeknownst to the occupants. It is paramount, therefore, to keep chimneys creosote-free with regular cleaning, and by following these simple tips:

Only use dry newspaper or proper kindling to start a fire. Gasoline, kerosene and other composite products should never be used to start a fire in your fireplace.

Only burn seasoned firewood, which burns hotter and more efficiently creating less creosote

Only use unadulterated firewood. You should not burn stained, glued or painted wood, cardboard, wrapping paper, or trash because they contain volatile organic compounds and toxins.

Burn your stove or fireplace properly, as different appliances require different burning techniques. Refer to your manual for specific operating instructions for your appliance.

Thankfully, the residents of this community have been careful with their home heating sources, despite the extreme cold we are experiencing this winter. Indeed, as community partners we rely on one another. With that in mind, have you considered joining us in the Anglemont

Fire Department? Note that we are “paid-on-call” firefighters, which means that we receive an hourly wage for both training and actual call-outs. The amount of pay depends on level of training. This training, which meets the BC Structural Firefighter Standards, takes place weekly at the fire hall, on-line, and in person at the CSRD in Salmon Arm. Travel expenses and meals are also provided for these weekend classes.

So if you want to support this community and gain a sense of community in the bargain, we look forward to seeing you at one of our fire halls on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the new year.

Best wishes to all, for a safe and prosperous 2023!

Anglemont FD members at North Shuswap Community Hall sorting hamper boxes (Photo credit Caroline Hilland)

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CSRD Concerned about Impact from Recycle BC Proposed Plan

By Jo Anne Malpass

Addressing concerns about the “significant financial impact” from a stewardship draft plan received from Recycle BC for stakeholder feedback, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board at its December meeting, approved sending a letter to the Minister of Environment.

If implemented, these changes could mean a significant financial impact of approximately $90,000 annually for recycling services or possibly result in a reduction in the level of recycling services offered through the CSRD, says a report from Ben Van Nostrand, Team Leader – Environmental Health Services.

The concerns in the staff report, specifically related to the proposed community eligibility criteria include:

Nine of 17 existing CSRD Recycle depots would no longer be eligible for funding from Recycle BC for the collection and recycling of packaging and paper materials. Only the depots in Salmon Arm, Revelstoke, Golden and Sicamous would meet the eligibility criteria.

If the proposed “community eligibility criteria” is enacted, and the CSRD sought to continue providing the existing service, the CSRD would be required to fund the transport of Recycle BC materials collected from the out of service depots (known as satellite depots), assuming Recycle BC would consider granting satellite depot status to the nine depots. The CSRD would also be responsible for offsetting the greenhouse gas emissions from all trips associated with servicing these satellite depots, whereas Recycle BC is currently responsible for these offsets. Lastly, consumers would be responsible for paying both on the front end (through eco fees collected at time of purchase), and on the back end for the recycling of the materials (through taxation for depot collection services). This is clearly at odds with the provincial mandate to have stewards pay 100% of the costs for the collection and recycling of their stewardship materials, says the report.

If the CSRD chose not to operate non-criteria recycling depots, many communities would no longer be funded by Recycle BC under the proposed model which will create a significant decrease in access to services for residents in the CSRD’s electoral areas.

The CSRD invested heavily in capital and human resources, to establish the depot system under the terms of its existing service agreements with Recycle BC. The proposed criteria puts those investments in jeopardy.

Van Nostrand explained to the Board that Recycle BC has an obligation to capture 75% and it can carry that in urban centers. The cost in rural areas is more so it proposes dropping service in rural areas. This is discriminating against rural areas, he added. “We work so hard and if you have to go back to comingling again, we are moving backwards.” There is also the concern that what is not recycled will go into landfills causing more problems there.

Because other regional districts will also be impacted by the proposed criteria, staff in those regions are also approaching their boards for support. CSRD staff will also prepare a resolution for SILGA, the Southern Interior Local Government Association and ultimately the Union of BC Municipalities.

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By Debbie Seymour, Executive Director

Happy New Year! We hope you were able to spend time with family and friends and are feeling ready for 2023.

We want to step back a moment to the Santa Parade. We are so grateful for the community participation, the contributions and the many volunteers who all come together making this such a wonderful family event. The excitement is always so contagious. With your generous donations during the Hot Dog BBQ, we were able to donate $702 to the North Shuswap Christmas Hamper Society.

Planning has started for the Winter Festival on Family Day Long Weekend Feb 18 & 19.

This weekend event involves various community groups and venues throughout the North Shuswap. Some will host the highly successful fun activities as last year and some will have new ideas. We are pleased to announce the North Shuswap Lions will be hosting the Bed Races on Sunday Feb 19 and are looking for even more participation this year. We want this to be as easy as possible for you and would like to hear what your challenges are. We might just be able to help you. Any questions or to register please contact Dave Maberly at mabesda@telusplanet. net. The North Shuswap

Community Assoc will be holding the Family Dance on Saturday evening. Watch our website, the next Kicker and social media for further details to be announced.

Some other upcoming events in 2023 to save the dates for:

• Stronger Together Recognition Event TBA March or April

• Bike Rodeo hosted by the North Shuswap Pathway Team May 22

• Business Fair and Community Open House May 27

• Canada Day Summer Festival July 1

• North Shuswap Art Show at Celista Estate Winery Aug 5

Annual memberships are up for renewal at this time. We always appreciate your continued support. New members are most welcome, whether you are a business in the area, a non-profit group or a community member. Joining the Chamber of Commerce gives you access to financially valuable member programs, to business networking opportunities and to a host of other benefits. Most of all, it’s a chance to become involved, make new connections, have your voice heard, and to help build a better community for all of us. Visit our website northshuswapbc.com to register

Feel free to reach out to us at anytime. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Ok, Show Of Hands ... Who’s Tired Of Snow

SWC Council Meeting Highlights

SWC Release

At the December 14 Shuswap Watershed Council meeting, Chair Jay Simpson reported that he met with MLA Greg Kyllo and MP Mel Arnold in November and December, respectively, to discuss invasive zebra and quagga mussels and how to better collaborate and advocate for new measures to protect the Shuswap from a potential invasion.

Report from Program Managers - Erin Vieira and Alex de Chantal provided an update on program operations since the last SWC meeting:

• The Water Quality Grant Program is open for applications; up to $55,000 is available for farms, landowners and other stewards for projects and management practices that protect water quality. Deadline for applications is January 31, 2023. A full grant program guide, including application templates, is available online at www. shuswapwater.ca

• There are currently three proponents receiving funds from the Water Quality Grant Program: Trinity Dairies, Crystal Lake Ranch, and Gardom Lake Stewardship Society. One project has just wrapped up and the other two are well underway, anticipated to be complete this winter.

• The Phosphorus Action Plan for the Shuswap watershed is now published and available on the SWC website; staff are promoting the Plan and the actions contained within

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• Staff worked with the Chair to send letters to the Provincial government about water quality concerns, including the 2022 algal bloom that impacted Salmon Arm Bay and about invasive zebra and quagga mussels

• Staff submitted an application for grant funding to Transport Canada; if successful, the grant will go toward the SWC’s Safe Recreation Program in 2023.

Expenses to the end of the second quarter (April 1 – September 30 2022) total $140,618 against the annual operating budget of $341,905.

Presentation on Salmon Arm Water Pollution Control CentreRob Niewenhuizen, City of Salmon Arm, presented an update on the City’s wastewater treatment plant upgrades. He provided an overview of several upgrades the plant has undergone since it was commissioned in 1977. The plant is now operating at about 90% of its service capacity, and upgrades to increase capacity are underway. He highlighted some of the criteria required under the plant’s Operational Certificate (OC), and the results of the City’s monitoring to ensure compliance with its OC.

Presentation on Salmon River Water Quality Report - Lily Kotzeva, BC Ministry of Environment & Climate Change Strategy, presented a summary of results from Ministry-led water quality monitoring in the Salmon River from 2005 -2010 and 2016 –2019, and explained how monitoring results measured against Water Quality Objectives that were established for the river by the Ministry in 1998. She highlighted that most water quality measurements met the objectives most of the time, but that over time water quality in the Salmon River is showing a deteriorating trend.

Presentation on Adams River Watershed Glacier Research - Tay Powrie, Masters student at Thompson Rivers University, presented an overview of a research project he is working on with Dr. Tom Pypker and requested funding support from the SWC for the project ($8000 over two years). He explained that the extent of glaciers in the Adams watershed is not well understood, but is important to fish habitat, domestic water use and

water security, and water quality. His research will take place over the next two years to understand the local impacts of climate change and hydrological pro-

cesses in the Adams watershed.

A full meeting summary is available on the SWC website. www.shuswapwater.ca

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Highlights from the CSRD Board Meeting

By Jo Anne Malpass

Along with a conversation about proposed BC recycling proposals (full story page 14), other items dealt with at the December 9 Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board meeting included:

Connecting Communities BC Fund - The Board authorized letters of support to TELUS’ and Rogers Communications’ applications to Connecting Communities BC Fund in their efforts to increase Internet connectivity in the region.

Rogers would like to apply to connect households in rural areas located in Electoral Areas C and D. Telus application is for rural areas around Chase, Adams Lake, Turtle Valley, Sorrento, Blind Bay and Notch Hill.

These grants require support from local government. Shuswap Economic Development has been doing speed testing and in the future, this data can be used by the CSRD to promote areas that are underserved.

Public Letter to the Board - The Board directed staff to report back on concerns raised in a letter from a member of the public. These issues include the gentrification of rural areas, noise bylaws, climate issues, housing and solid waste.

The letter included a plea for the CSRD to create a strategic framework which defines where we as a group of communities in these uncertain times, see ourselves in the coming decade. “I envision living in a community which values right-sized homes over McMansions; which values local food and home gardens, and which values the opinions and weighs the needs of the poor & disenfranchised as much as the wealthy and powerful.”

Shuswap Watershed Council letter to Interior Health - The Board directed the Chair to sign a letter expressing concerns with Interior Health’s communications regarding algal blooms in area lakes and suggest-

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ing some improvements to the process moving forward. Although warnings were issued when the blooms were reported, the advisory caused some confusion among residents and visitors recreating on the lake. IH staff were not available outside of regular working hours to respond to queries from either the public or local governments. Local governments received the majority of queries about the location of the algal bloom and the safety of the water for drinking and recreation. Salmon Arm and Sicamous were also approached by the Shuswap Watershed Council to send IH a letter with these concerns.

CSRD Solid Waste Management - The Board agreed to begin the process of updating the solid waste management plan for the entire regional district including a public consultation process. The Board also authorized a contract with Morrison Hershfield to complete the review, update and renewal of the CSRD’s Solid Waste Management Plan for a total cost not to exceed $160,000. This will go into the CSRD budget for 2023 and 2024.

Grant-in-Aid Requests - In Area F, the Board approved allocations of $1,500 to Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club (development and maintenance of public trails and cabin), $5,000 Imai Park Foundation (operations) and $1,680 BC SPCA (clean up costs).

Employee Service Awards - 5 years were presented to Corey Paiement, Veda Roberge, Derek Sutherland, Laura Gibson, Roger Winkler, Michelle Boag. 10 years awards went to David Major, Christine LeFloch

2022 MarCom Awards - Gold Award Level - The CSRD received a Gold MarCom Award from the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals for the 2021 CSRD Annual Report. The Annual Report was produced by Tracy Hughes, Communications Coordinator and Graphic Designer Kari Wilkinson of Toliver Advertising & Design. View press release.

Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Zoning Amendment - The owners of property at 4143 Butters Road in Scotch Creek applied to amend Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Zoning Bylaw No. 825 (Bylaw No. 825) to change the subject property’s zoning from MHP (Manufactured Homes Park) to CR (Country Residential). The proposed CR zone will permit the construction of a single-family dwelling. The Board approved second and third readings and adopted the bylaw.

The next CSRD Board Meeting will be held Thursday, January 19, 2023, in the CSRD Boardroom, 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm or via Zoom.

Stronger Together

By North Shuswap Chamber

Community recognition is the acknowledgement by a community or social group of a notable achievement. It is often followed by awards and celebrations. The core of it is to bring attention to the contributions made to the community - From Wikipedia.

At the Chamber we are often aware of the good things our businesses, groups and community members do and we want everyone to know, so we’ve come up with a new plan to share this news.

We are launching a new recognition program to bring awareness to all these good things and are hoping you will take part. We would like you to share your good news story with us. We think we’ve made this is as simple as possible for you. Using your camera phone, scan over the QR Code which will take you directly to the Recognition Form. Or simply head to our website at northshuswapbc.com-events where you will find the form or email us at executivedirector@northshuswapbc.com

Feel free to give a shout out to any business who has provided exceptional service or product for you, perhaps a community group who has supported an event, person or other group. Possibly you simply want to recognize your neighbour for being so kind.

Each month, we will include these in a monthly column in the Kicker, share them on our website and share in our community email lists.

Come, share the good news and help build a stronger community!

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Thank You for Supporting our Communities

By MP Mel Arnold, North Okanagan-Shuswap

With the arrival of the New Year, I would like to take this opportunity to send best wishes to readers and constituents across the North Okanagan-Shuswap. The past couple of years have not been easy as we worked through a pandemic, economic and atmospheric storms, and social divisions - none of which we expected three years ago when we rang in 2020.

Through the challenges we faced over the past few years, there have been exceptional demonstrations of community and public service. Law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency medical and health service personnel have been there for our communities. Essential workers have also extended themselves to ensure we were able to buy groceries, turn on our lights, gas up our vehicles and more. Teachers, school administrators and support staff have adapted to provide students education and social connections that children need to grow. Volunteers kept our Legions and other community organizations and services running for those who needed them. All these people, and many others, have made sacrifices and demonstrated exemplary service under extraordinary circumstances, and we owe them our thanks.

When difficulties that Canadians face grow in severity, I believe it is essential that the peoples’ House of Commons focus on delivering results to help make life better for citizens. Part of accountability is being responsive, and the House of Commons has been polarized by the federal government’s responses to COVID-19, mounting inflation, and troubling developments in foreign relations.

Through the debates and political scuffles, I remain anchored to the voices of constituents- the Canadians who count on me to represent them in Parliament. This is not always simple because there are naturally diversities of opinions across our region- opinions that are at times directly opposed. I listen to constituents and do my best to find the common ground- the balance required to establish consensus and positive results.

When the House is not in session, I spend much of my time connecting with constituents across our region to hear their perspectives, concerns, and priorities. Working with Indigenous and local governments and Members of the Provincial Legislative Assembly is also essential to informing my work on your behalf in Parliament. Although much of my work is of a formal political nature, I also consider my work to be that of one member of the community who has been elected to work and advocate on behalf of his neighbours- the residents of North Okanagan-Shuswap.

Our communities are special, thanks to the people who give of themselves every day, through thick and thin, good years and the tough ones, to support their friends and neighbours. It is hard to say what 2023 will hold for our region and nation, but for better or worse, we have each other and if we continue to find ways to cooperate and support each other, our communities will remain strong and resilient in the face of challenges.

A Happy New Year to all!

Looking Ahead to 2023

By Greg Kyllo MLA for Shuswap

As we enter 2023, I can’t help but think of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in the new year.

First, I want to thank each and every one of you for your support and dedication to the Shuswap. While some of us take time for a well-deserved rest and spend time with loved ones, others in our region, including first responders, emergency services, shelter workers and other frontline workers remain hard at work to ensure everyone’s well-being and safety.

I also thank everyone this holiday season for supporting local businesses and charities. Your involvement and engagement have been crucial in driving progress and making Shuswap a better place to live, work, and thrive.

I also want to express my gratitude to all volunteers and non-profits who worked tirelessly last year to help those in need. Your dedication and commitment to making a difference in people’s lives don’t go unnoticed.

2023 will allow my colleagues and I in the BC Liberal caucus to address issues that continue to impact our region. We will continue to press the B.C. government to focus on providing outcomes and results over empty rhetoric and flashy announcements when addressing issues such as the cost-of-living crisis, the broken healthcare system and the local infrastructure needs of our growing region.

From my family to yours, I wish you all a happy New Year and much success in 2023.

Shuswap Skating Club Growing

By Sionna McTavish

When Tamara De Jager created the Shuswap Skating Club (SSC) in 2021, she envisioned people of every age coming together from different communities in the Shuswap to share the joy of skating through learning and developing their skills at the Chase Arena. This vision is now materializing much faster than Tamara could have ever imagined.

Shuswap Skating Club is growing at an “unexpected” rate, with the number of program registrants nearly doubling this fall. Tamara is absolutely thrilled to see so many new skaters having fun, forming friendships, and adapting well to Skate Canada programs. Tamara emphasized that it is a priority for SSC to ensure skaters have plenty of “time on the ice”, and for socializing/making connections.

The Shuswap Skating Club (SSC) is an official member of Skate Canada, the national governing body of all sanctioned skating. Therefore, they are able to offer “flagship” curriculum and programs with proven results overseen by Certified Head Coach, Megan Ryan, and dedicated volunteer coaching assistants.

The Skate Canada program is for beginning skaters of any age. CanSkate, the first module, provides an introduction to foundation skills that are fundamental for learning to skate and can be transferred to figure skating, speed skating, hockey and ringette, explained Tamara, SSC Founder and President.

Upon mastery of this skill set, skaters can transi-

tion to Junior Skate and Star Skate programs. The first is designed to instill the correct basic figure skating techniques for spins and jumps performed in higher levels of figure skating. The latter program emphasizes further skill building to prepare skaters for moving into the areas of ice dance, free skate, and artistic skating.

During 2022, skaters with their families have attended community events such as the Canada Day Parade and Chase Country Parade. They enjoyed being a part of community events and “cannot wait” to go to more, said Tamara. Additionally, one skater had the opportunity to perform a solo presentation during intermission at a Chase Heat hockey game.

The Club recently introduced a Glacier four week skating camp, and were happy to see a lot of new faces, especially young children, who came out to see if skating is a sport they would like to explore further. “Head Coach, Megan, is fantastic with the skaters”, and there are increasingly more PA’s (Program Assistants) who work hard both on and off the ice, and demonstrate "great leadership skills, patience, and commitment” said Tamara.

Winter program registration is now open and available online for sessions that begin on January 4, 2023 and run until March 11 (ten weeks): https://www. shuswapskatingclub.com/registration/. As is information regarding ice times and dates,

program details/descriptions, etc. on the main page menu of their website. “To find out what we are up to during the season”, Tamara welcomes you to follow the Shuswap Skating Club Facebook page.

Looking into the new year, there is very exciting news to announce! The Shuswap Skating Club has been selected to host the 2023 Skate Canada Interclub, a competition that draws approximately two to three hundred participants –from youth to adult – who compete in a wide range of categories over the course of three days, November 24 – 26.

Planning has already begun to make the Skate Canada Interclub a success in every way possible, from memorable experiences for skaters and spectators, to promoting tourism and local businesses in Chase and the Shuswap area. Although in the initial planning stages, the Shuswap Skating Club has begun to invite expressions of interest from volunteers, sponsors, and local vendors: info@shuswapskatingclub.com or calling Tamara at 778-921-0160. More information about the event will be shared as it becomes available.

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It’s a New Year!

Gail McNeil Oliver, NSHC Executive Director

Goodbye to the old year and hello to the new year! Time for optimism that this new year will bring wonderful things to everyone in the North Shuswap and peace and joy around the world!

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Everyone at the Health Society and the Health Centre wants to thank all of you who donated time and money; sponsored and participated in our fundraising events; and volunteered with various events such as our 2022 Golf Event and 12 days of Christmas Raffle which just gave away over $3600 in prizes thanks to the generous support of businesspeople in the North Shuswap!

We cannot provide the services we do without community support and your support makes a huge difference in our ability to provide primary health care and allied health services such as: footcare; laboratory services; massage services; public health; mental health supports & counselling; and the Seniors & Community Resource Centre.

We also appreciate the support and efforts of all the other nonprofit service groups in the North Shuswap! A healthy community needs a variety of groups to provide supports and balance within a community and the more we can support one another, the better off the North Shuswap will be!

Happy New Year from everyone at the North Shuswap Health Society & the North Shuswap Health Centre!!

A new year, a fresh start

Jodi Wium, NSHC Community Health Worker

Have you had enough celebration and are ready to get serious about your mental health? If so, join us for new mental health programs at the North Shuswap Health Centre.

December 29 was our first meeting for the Bounce Back Program, which is for mild to moderate symptoms of depression. There is still room to register for this online program. Just email our community health worker!

We use a team-based model to your health so our physician can refer you to free counselling at the North Shuswap Health Centre. There have been many individual and family members that have participated since the July start up of the Community Health Program.

As part of this program, we are also co facilitating a Women’s Wellness Circle. Our first meeting will be held January 6 at 5 pm. It is an all-ages group with no agenda except to perhaps start a healthier new year!

I am also interested in starting a once-a-month mental health book club. If you are interested in the first book or to join, again please call the center or email me directly.

The Artist’s Way has also been a book of interest for mental health. I have at least one person who would like to do this as a group project.

We are also beginning an online and in person SELF ESTEEM workshop series based on David Burns book, ‘Ten Days to Self Esteem.’ This is the classic workbook, for any self-esteem issues.

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And the goal for step one is: 1. Learn to measure your moods as well as your satisfaction in your relationships with others using three self-assessment tests. You will take all three tests at least once per week to chart how much you have improved as you progress step to step.

2. You will identify your personal goals for this experience. What do you hope to learn and accomplish as you read this book? If you had a magic wand and could solve all your problems, how would things change in your life? Would you like to be happier and more optimistic? Would you like to enjoy greater self-confidence and a positive self-image? What’s on your wish list?

3. You will learn about the price of happiness. I will ask you to decide whether you are willing to pay the price.

For more information & to register, please leave a message at 250-955-0660 or email me at: communityhealthworker.nshc@gmail.com

There is no better way to start the New Year than by focusing on our physical and mental health!

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Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week 2023

By Jo Anne Malpass

Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) has announced the return of in-person events for Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week, January 21 – 29, 2023.

The goal is to encourage families to unplug from technology and enjoy the freedom of play. In 2019 it had over 2500 people attend Unplug and Play events and LASS gave away more than 700 books. LASS is hoping 2023 will see a return of familiar events and the addition of some new ones, as well as increased family participation.

Sierre Allison, LASS Assistant Literacy Outreach Coordinator, said North

and South Shuswap Community Resources (www.nsscr.ca) will be hosting an Unplug and Play Cooking Challenge for the third year. “There is always a lot of enthusiasm and creativity around this event (which does require pre-registration). The South Shuswap library is hosting a Reptile Show with the Bug Guys on Saturday January 28 from 1-2 pm and there is also a Friends of the Library Book Sale on Friday January 27 and Saturday January 28.”

Play Shuswap (playshuswap.com) is hosting a region wide scavenger hunt that families can do on their own and then submit photos to be entered for a grand prize.

“Anecdotally,” said Allison, “we are hearing that families are struggling to reign in screen time after the increased use during the pandemic. We are looking forward to offering over 50 Unplug and Play activities in communities throughout the North Okanagan - Shuswap, that will hopefully support

families in reducing screen-time for the week of January 21 - 29. The schedule of events will be distributed through elementary schools again this year.”

The positive response to the call for event hosts exceeded expectations and LASS is delighted to see many new activities as well as the return of annual favourite such as magic shows, free family skates and story times.

LASS would like to thank all of the businesses and organizations who are supporting Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week and sponsoring an event to encourage families to reduce their screen time and reconnect through play.

Check shuswapliteracy.ca in January to see the full schedule of events and start planning a week of unplugged fun.

The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society promotes literacy in the North Okanagan-Shuswap area through awareness, collaborative partnerships, and education in to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and the community.

LASS encouraging children to unplug and play (Pictures credit LASS.)

Unplug & Play - Magician Leif David delighted audiences during Unplug and Play 2022 and will be returning in 2023

First Responders

911...What Is Your Emergency?

Submitted by Karen Boulter

When an emergency situation occurs, there are many steps we can follow to ensure help arrives quickly and patients can be given the care they require. Planning ahead for these times can help to speed up this process.

When an accident occurs or someone you know is hurt or in pain, seconds count. Calling 911 will start the response process. Once BC Ambulance Services has been dispatched by the 911 operator, they will next dispatch our North Shuswap First Responders. NSFR has an average response time of less than ten minutes. The more responders we have living in each of our small communities, the closer we are to the patient’s location, the sooner we are able to arrive on scene. NSFR is still looking for new recruits in the St Ives, Anglemont, Magna Bay, Celista, Scotch Creek and Lee Creek communities. If for some reason, the NSFR are not dispatched to your location, we would definitely like to hear from you, so that we are able to rectify this matter for future calls.

Before you ever need to call for an ambulance, please also consider the visibility and accessibility to your property. Is your green with white reflective address sign mounted and highly visible, during the daytime as well as at night? Have the bushes, shrubs and trees been pruned to ensure the address is easily viewed? Will the NSFR and ambulance need to access your location by entering through a locked or coded security gate? If so, and if someone else at your location is able to help, please ask this friend, neighbour or family member to make sure the gate is opened for the Responders upon arrival. Directing us to the location within the gated community is also very helpful. During these winter months, it is also helpful if driveways and stairwells are cleared and free of ice whenever possible.

Another very useful way to help, can be completed in advance. If someone in your household is taking a number of medications, please consider making a list of these medications (and updating it with each change) including dosage and frequency. Then photocopy the list and keep it with a copy of the person’s medical care card (tiny type on a folded piece of paper), attached to the fridge or in a small canister inside your freezer, or other readily available location. If NSFR should ever have to respond to your home, a copy of this list can easily be attached to the patient’s file. This information is extremely important. The copied list saves a great deal of time, so that rather than searching for all the medication containers and filling in paperwork, Responders may focus their attention on the patient’s immediate care.

Thank you to all of you who continue to support our efforts and help facilitate our work at the scene.

Together “We Make a Difference.”

If you would like to order your green and white reflective address sign, they are only $40 and certainly priceless when a loved one needs help. Signs can be printed vertically or horizontally with your house numbers, so please take a moment to decide where you will mount your address sign, and which orientation will be best for you. You may send a message to NSFRinfo@gmail.com or call Margaret at 604-217-1638 to

place an order. We look forward to hearing from you today.

If you would like to find out more about becoming a First Responder, please contact Kath at 250-318-0317. For more information about becoming a Dispatcher, please contact Judy at 778-207-2088.

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Drive to Attract Family Doctors

Media Release

The Thompson Region Division of Family Practice has launched a new fundraising initiative to help attract new family doctors to the Kamloops-Thompson Region. Champions for Family Medicine is seeking the support of local, like-minded businesses for funding to help the Division market to out-of-province doctors, encouraging them to relocate and practice family medicine in the region.

Tim Shoults, the Division’s Executive Director, said that Kamloops faces constant competition from communities around the country for family doctors, and the city can watch from the sidelines or do its best to entice new physicians for local families who desperately need a primary care provider.

“This is a big thing to ask for,” Shoults said. “Thankfully, we live in a community that knows about the power of working together, the power of local solutions. We are a community of champions.”

Shoults said the new funding agreement with

the BC government will go a long way to alleviating physicians’ concerns about staying in or joining family practices, but the pay model does not specifically draw attention to Kamloops and its surrounding communities.

“Champions for Family Medicine will celebrate the outstanding efforts of some of our local physicians, educate local residents on the challenges of family practice, and recognize the support of our media partners and local business sponsors,” Shoults said.

Kamloops family doctor Servaas Swart said, “Primary care is the front line of maintaining healthy communities, and right now forty thousand people in our area are absent this basic health necessity.”

Interested businesses can email sbreen@thompsondivision.ca. The Thompson Region Division of Family Practice represents more than 200 family physicians, nurse practitioners, midwives, residents, and retired doctors in Kamloops, Barriere, Sun Peaks, Logan Lake, Chase, and North Shuswap.

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Alzheimer Society Release

On January 4, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. will invite Columbia-Shuswap residents to join other British Columbians in flipping the script on the stigma associated with dementia.

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. The campaign will tackle stigma by highlighting people on the dementia journey who continue to find moments of joy, peace and happiness.

One in two British Columbians believe that a dementia diagnosis means the end of a meaningful life but that’s not the case at all. Although the dementia journey is not an

easy one, people living with dementia can still live a full and meaningful life.

The support of residents in the Columbia-Shuswap region allows the Society to continue to help people living with dementia, their family and friends navigate the dementia journey. Residents can give a gift of courage this holiday season by donating to the Society. All donations this month will be matched up to $75,000.

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. connects people affected by dementia to support and education at any point in the disease through First Link® dementia support. People can connect to support by asking their health-care provider for a referral, by visiting their local resource centre or by calling the First Link® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.

To learn more about the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, visit alzbc.org/FullOfLife.

By Karla Bragg

North Shuswap Community Association

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and new year!

Bingo is currently on hold as we wait for our gaming licence renewal, so keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates on when you can get those dabbers out again.

We are still working on our website and hope to have it up and running soon. Next month, we will

have details about our plans at the hall for the North Shuswap Winter Festival on Family Day weekend.

A reminder that memberships are $10 per individual or $20 per family, consider joining the NSCA and being a part of a great community association. We are happy to accept cash, cheque or e-transfer to NSCommAssoc@gmail. com.

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Kickin’ Tech News

Climate Tech - Part One

By John Seymour

Welcome to 2023! Here’s hoping that everyone had a chance to enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Entering a new year is always an exciting time for me. It’s that same feeling I got as a kid when the teacher would wipe the blackboard clean for the next lesson. That feeling of starting fresh.

This year feels a little bit different though. It has a slight tinge and trepidation to it. 2021 was a year from hell from a climate change perspective and I can’t seem to shake the feeling that the other shoe is going to drop at some point. For me it was an affirmation that climate change is indeed real.

Climate change manifests itself as extreme weather events. Tornadoes, hurricanes, heat waves, wildfires, droughts and floods are expected to increase in frequency and severity. These events will affect mankind in several ways such as damage and loss of property, water and food shortages, and of course deaths.

I’m usually a glass half full kind of guy and I’m sure I’m not telling you anything you don’t already know but clearly this is a serious problem that needs to be addressed. For that reason I have decided to focus the next several articles to climate technology. Those innovations that will help mankind not only deal with a changing world but also hopefully mitigate some of the causes of those changes.

There are several aspects of climate change that are under consideration and some that are already in the process of being addressed. The main concern of course being how to keep the problem from getting any worse. We already know about the work being done around the burning of fossil fuels. Developing cleaner energy sources is a major focus worldwide. Burning fossil fuels is a major contributor of greenhouse gases of course but it’s not the only one by any means. For example, food production and food waste are also major contributors. Feeding a growing global population without further deforestation is going to be a challenge. Trees release carbon when they’re cut down and absorb it when they are alive so clearing more land for crops doesn’t help our situation. Food waste in landfills also adds to the problem as decaying food releases methane which is considered the worst of the greenhouse gases.

There are other contributors of course but the bottom line here I think is that it’s time to take a close look at all of the things we as humans do on this planet and to find better and cleaner ways. Our future and the future of generations to come depend on what we do now.

Stay tuned for part two as we delve into some of the climate technology that will hopefully get us where we need to be.

Questions or comments as usual are welcome.

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North Shuswap Lions

By Ted Danyluk

From the North Shuswap Club, may you have good health, lots of happiness and a great New Year.

Boy oh boy, but it sure was wonderful getting back to hosting the Annual Kids Christmas Party last December. It was great to see all the kids, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends together again having fun, trying their luck at the fishpond, eating hot dogs and visiting with Santa. The Lions had a lot of help in hosting the Party. We couldn’t have done it without the assistance from Brenda Buffel, our Photographer; Debra Clare, who helped get the children arranged for their photo with Santa; Shanna Spooner and Terri Stoughton for doing an incredible job at Face Painting; Debby Hillier for helping at the Fish Pond; Patty DeHart for helping at the entrance with getting kid’s names into the draw box for prizes.

The Theme Basket raffle prizes keep getting bigger and bigger. In addition to the Club creating the Raffle Baskets, a sincere Thank You to Red Truck Foods for their donation of a Raffle Basket. Thank you to the North Shuswap Community Association for providing a big enough hall to hold this North Shuswap annual tradition. Lastly, we really appreciate the help we got from PharmaChoice with processing the Santa pictures.

In addition to our visit from Santa, the other main high point during the afternoon was the awarding of prizes for the Coloring Contest sponsored by The Kicker. Not only did the contest winners receive a gift, but each child who attended the Party received a present. Thank You to everyone in the

community who made a cash or toy donation for the gifts. A Special Thank You to Jan and the staff at The Kicker for making this happen.

They say the winner at last year’s Lions Bed Race wasn’t the one with the fastest bed, it was the one that refused to lose. The Bed Races are back again this February as part of the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce Family Winter Weekend being held February 18 & 19. Registration and information about entering this amazing event is available from Dave Maberley at mabesda@ telusplanet.net

The weekly Meat Draw is back on track Saturday, January 7. Rumor had it the Club would be including vegetables in our weekly Draw; definitely a corn-y idea. Be at The Hub every Saturday afternoon from 3-5:00 p.m. for all the excitement. The Club would like to extend a big Thank You to the Anglemont Men’s Golf group for their donation of five turkeys to our meat prizes at the December 17 Meat Draw.

FREE GAS – One of the features of our Club’s Community Youth Fund is to provide a $75 GTI Gas Card to parents who drive their school aged child(ren) out of the North Shuswap area to take part in regularly scheduled athletic, cultural, or artistic activities. This could include music lessons, art classes, hockey, gymnastics or figure skating to name just a few. Parents are entitled to one gas card per activity per session. The only limit on the number of gas cards that can be applied for is the number of different activities your child is involved in. Applications for this gas card is available from our web site at https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/ northshuswap/

Shuswap Christmas Car Delivers Joy

Media Release

A family that thrives on giving was presented with this year’s Shuswap Christmas Car in December. Darcy and Genean Blair of Silver Creek, along with daughter Addison, 9, received the surprise gift at SASCU Insurance in Salmon Arm.

The annual giveaway partners Fix Auto Collison, Kal Tire, Braby Motors, and SASCU Financial Group were on hand to present the refurbished 2016 Jeep Patriot 4X4, including a new set of winter tires, $1500 in vehicle insurance, plus fuel cards and other gifts.

The generous nature of this hardworking family shone through the nominations by friend Kimberly Rees and Darcy’s father Arnie Blair. Rees shared how Genean, just an acquaintance at the time, stepped in to help the young mother when she was seriously injured in a car accident a few years ago. “She cared for my 10 month old like she was her own, ran my household, and helped with all my rehabilitation,” said Rees. “I owe who I am today to her.”

Blair noted how they hold onto positivity regardless of the challenges that come their way. Darcy never gets discouraged by the need to get rides to work, rising expenses, family health issues, or discomforts. “He is always there for others. Darcy is a volunteer and Safety Trainer for the Silver Creek Fire Department, flips pancakes and plays cards at the Silver Creek Senior Centre, and volunteers with the Salmon Arm Rescue,” said Blair. “He and Genean also make time to volunteer at the Roots and Blues Festival.”

“Genean and Darcy selflessly pour so much of themselves into those around them it would mean the world to give a little back” added Rees.

The couple were clearly surprised. “This is amazing,” said Genean, noting how much children Addison and Nathan, 19, will appreciate it as well. “It’s been such a hard year and this just turns it around.”

“Thank you all for this,” added Darcy. “It is going to make such a difference to our family.”

“It is so wonderful that we could help this family who does so much to help others,” said Barry Delaney, SASCU Chief Executive Officer.

Today is the perfect day to slow down and just enjoy each moment

SASCU donates $1,500 for vehicle insturance

Photo contributed by SASCU shared from Salmon Arm Observer

“Everyone faces hardships at some point in their lives,” added Derick Miller, General Manager of Fix Auto, Salmon Arm. “It is great to have an opportunity to help.”

“We read every nomination submitted,” said Chris Swinburn, Manager of Kal Tire, Salmon Arm. “It’s tough to choose only one but I look forward to being part of this every year.”

“This marks five years of providing a Shuswap family with a much needed vehicle,” said Justin Braby, Sales Manager at Braby Motors. “We wish Genean and Darcy the very best in the New Year.”

Each November, the co-sponsors put out a call for nominations of someone whose life would truly be meaningfully impacted by the gift of a refurbished vehicle. One story is selected by a committee of the sponsors whose businesses share equally in the process and costs of putting together this special gift.

ICBC Applies for No Increase in Rates

BC Government Release

The Insurance Corporation of BC (ICBC) is filing an application with the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) for no increase to basic insurance rates for the next two years, which marks five years of no increases to basic insurance rates.

“Our government is committed to keeping costs down for all British Columbians,” said Premier David Eby. “Holding firm on ICBC’s basic insurance rate for two more years will help millions of drivers with their monthly bills amid global inflation.”

With the introduction of Enhanced Care in May 2021, auto insurance rates in British Columbia have gone from some of the most expensive in Canada to being among the most affordable. A Canada-wide rate comparison report by Ernst & Young looked at 30 different driver profiles and compared how much auto insurance would cost in nine provinces across Canada. The report found that British Columbians pay among the lowest auto insurance rates in Canada.

“A key priority with Enhanced Care

was to make insurance rates more affordable and to keep them that way, and this rate application continues to deliver on that,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “We are pleased that, during this time of rising inflation and the cost of everyday life increasing, ICBC is able to keep Basic insurance rates stable for British Columbians for another two years.”

If the BCUC approves the application, British Columbians will continue to benefit from stable and more affordable basic auto insurance rates for another two years.

In support of ICBC’s basic insurance rate application, government has provided direction to BCUC to ensure ICBC builds sufficient capital reserves, which paves the way for a two-year rate filing.

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North Shuswap Senior’s and Community Resource Centre

By Lorna Joy Pawluk – Coordinator

Our Mission: to provide services to enhance the physical and mental well-being of our community through Social Connection, Education, Recreational Activities, Counselling, and Advisory Support

We began our first gathering on October 4 last year with homemade pumpkin muffins and fall floral arrangements by Ellie Dickson. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10-12ish you can have hot coffee (Tim Hortons that is!) and tea and goodies and a welcoming group of 4,6,8,10,12… and even more some days.

Our Community Paramedic, Candace Gusland gave us two educational mornings encompassing First Aid training and Heart and Stroke awareness.

Once a month we have a feature entitled “Your Story Matters”. It is a wonderful way of hearing an individual’s history, challenges, accomplishments etc. With permission I will begin sharing these stories in the new year!

We also enjoy a monthly hot lunch, soup, chili and cheese buns for 5$. Last month we had a very delicious Christmas lunch and games.

On December 1, 17 of us gathered with our guests Director Jay Simpson and Adam Oruclar (NS Chamber president) to discuss future housing needs for the North Shuswap. It was

an excellent platform for all voices to be heard.

Josie Turingan-Pearce (artist-inhouse) challenged our creative juices by showing us techniques in rock painting, and then let us fly with our new knowledge and skills!

One of the best outcomes of meeting together weekly is the friendships we are developing and deepening. These connections lead to us caring and supporting one another as needs arise.

As Coordinator of the North Shuswap Better at Home I am also available those two days to utilize the center for answering questions and providing support as well.

Below is our schedule for January 2023! Hope to see you!

• January 10 Tuesday 10-12 - Refreshments and Friendship; Trivia 2022

• January 12 Thursday 10-12 – How to make Sourdough Bread by Mary Stewart

• January 17 - Candice - Community paramedic - Introduction to brain health

• January 19 - Living safely with dementia

• January 24 - Your Story matters

• January 26 - Hot lunch 5$

• January 31 - To be announced!

• February 2 - Refreshments and Friendship Lorna Joy (780) 721-2293

Members of the Resource Centre enjoy a Christmas luncheon (photo

Warmed by our Community

As we gathered to behold ..fire trucks, floats, boats, scooters and horses…all bedecked in sparkling glory, our North Shuswap Christmas Parade brought beauty and joy.

Not only do our 1st responders and fire department volunteers protect us, they offer their time to make us feel merry and bright.

Our hard working business owners and staff provide for our needs and still

willingly give us this night of wonderful spirit.

The Big Christmas Tree in Scotch Creek is so beautiful.

I am truly heart warmed and grateful for you, my community. Thank you. May 2023 be kind to us all.

Kerry Barnhardt, Scotch Creek

Chase 4-lane Design

Is it just me or do also think they screwed up when they designed the Chase 4 laning?

First of all, why ever have a four lane/two-way highway? Why not move the one directional road away from the other? This would eliminate head on collisions and the added costs of fencing or barricades. Also it would be easier to plow the roads because they could push the snow to either side of the road. I realize that this can’t always be done but where it can, why not separate the lanes?

Perhaps, the east bound lane could have started west of Chase and gone up through Turtle Valley? By separating the directional lanes, there would be no disruption of traffic flow during construction.

Wouldn’t it be better to disrupt a bit

of local traffic rather than Trans Canada Highway traffic?

The other alternative could have been to build the east bound lane higher up the mountain side. They have to get there anyway. Then instead of underpasses for traffic to get into Chase, the east bound lane could have had an overpass. Seems to me that would have been a lot less work and thus less money!

And in Salmon Arm, how about building a bypass along the base of Mount Ida and removing all that highway traffic from downtown SA? Shouldn’t the Trans Canada be a freeway?

Eugene Eckland, Anglemont

By Jan Penner

This month’s item is a horse measuring walking stick. Congratulations to our draw prize winner Pilinka Wiseman. Pilinka has graciously offered her $25 winnings to the North Shuswap Food Bank.

Our item looks like a simple walking stick or cane. However, it has a little something extra. In the handle is a button that is actually the top of a metal rod, which extends upwards in order to measure the height of a horse or pony. Its unit of measurement is “hands”.

Horses have essentially been measured in “hands” for thousands of years. In ancient times, there were no measuring devices such as measuring tapes and some sort of standard system was needed in order to be able to compare one horse to another. Someone stumbled on the fact that one could use their hands for the job and voila! Over time, this measurement was refined, as hands do vary in size from person to person and it was agreed to that 1 hand equals 4”. Most horse measuring sticks measure between 10 and 19 hands.

There are many reasons for accurately measuring the height of a horse or pony. In order to register a horse, particularly for a horse show or breeding purposes, its height is required. When a horse is being bought or sold, the buyer may be looking for a specific size of horse and the seller can sometimes generate a larger price depending on the size of the horse. When a horse is young, an owner might wish to take regular measurements to check growth progress. Measuring also helps ensure an equine is being identified correctly. A Horse is 14h 2” or taller. A Pony is less than 14h 2”.

LAST MONTH’S THING HORSE MEASURING WALKING STICK

To use a horse measuring stick, the horse is first lead to level ground. The extended

NAME THAT THING JANUARY

2023

Email: kicker@kicker.ca call/text 250-515-2830

Or drop answer in one of our drop boxes at Scotch Creek Market or Ross Creek Store in Magna Bay. - HINT: Appox 10” wide Entry Deadline: Jan 22

stick is placed against the withers. (For those of you who are non-horse people like me, it is the front leg up to the shoulder.) This point is used because it is the highest part of the horse’s body on a consistent basis. While the head is obviously the tallest part of the body, a horse is not always willing to hold it fully raised at all times. It is also recommended that when measuring a horse, it is a good idea to have someone hold the horse to ensure it stands still long enough to measure accurately.

This item brings to mind a number of movies/tv shows, set in small English villages in the early to mid-1900’s. I can see an older gentleman, well respected for his knowledge of horse flesh, strolling through the stables at the local fair, preparing to judge the equine entrants for the blue ribbon. The walking stick is draped over his arm, lending him a regal air as he sets about choosing the winner.

Our thanks to Eleanor Ware of Merritt for supplying this item. If you have a historical item you think would interest our readers, please email a picture to kicker@ kicker.ca or send it via text message to 250-515-2830 or via Facebook message.

Here is our next item. Get your guess in and you could be the next $25 draw prize winner.

One Eskimo to another, “What do you do if your house falls apart?”

I-gloo it back together!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS

(pictured left to right)

• Carol Hoffman

• All Pro Sundecks

Donors

• Lumberjack Tree Service

• Gord & Pat Robertson

• St. David’s Thrift Store

• Doris Hunter

• Dave Robertson

• Mr & Mrs Leggatt

• Bev & Gerry Shea

• Krista Barker

• PharmaChoice

• Denise & Gary Meier

• Gary & Debra Newton

• Mighty Mouse Landscaping & Design

• Diamond Cut Properties

• Martin & Julie Lucas

• Crowfoot Mtn. Snowmobile Club

• Sassy Styles & Esthetics

• Deann MacDuff

• Jolene Polischuk

• Scotch Creek Home Hardware

• InTechrity

• Dave’s Do All

• Kent Redekop

• Don & Delcie Devine

• Lakeside Technical Services

• Pawluk Holdings

• Terra Wojciechowski

• Elise Tyler

• Don & Linda Davies

• Darla Miller & Craig Spooner

• Scotch Creek Bottle Depot

• Anglemont Marina

• Pat Geary & Sid Norfolk

• Darla & Jim Dingledein

• Anglemont Marina

• Ross Creek Store

• Dave’s Auto

• Long Ridge Lodge

• Melissa Bischoff - Century 21

• Rachel Stone - Sotheby’s

• Spooner

• Jan Wojciechowski & Ian Bell

• Jason Wojciechowski & Anja Heldner

• Red Truck Foods

• Scotch Creek Market

• The Kicker

• Annonymous

Apologies if we missed your name on the list above. We appreciate all the support from everyone who makes this community event possible.

Volunteers

Kicker Team - Jan Wojciechowski, Cindy Korchinski, Lena Whittaker, Catalina Montgomery, Anja Heldner, Jo Anne Malpass, Tracy Wojciechowski, Sionna McTavish as well as Jason Wojciechowski, Ian Bell, Brian Montgomery, Patti Dehart and Lions Club members.

25th Christmas Colouring Contest

By Jo Anne Malpass

After a two-year hiatus from in person gatherings, the North Shuswap Community Hall was again filled with laughter and smiling faces, December 11 for the Lions Club Children’s Christmas Party and awarding of prizes and gifts for The Kicker’s 25th colouring contest.

This is one of the North Shuswap traditions local children look forward to each year so it was wonderful to be back celebrating our 25th colouring contest, seeing the excitement of children choosing their own gifts. For the past two years, gifts were delivered to the homes of contest entrants.

The Kicker had a record number of colouring contest entrants this year. We gave out over 140 gifts, including some presented to the North Shuswap Food Bank to include in Christmas hampers.

While we don’t have an exact count of gifts each year, we know we have given out about 100 or more each year over the past decade, so estimate somewhere between 2,000 and 2,500 in the past 25 years.

The Lions party saw children fishing for prizes at the fishpond, having their faces painted with amazing designs, enjoying hot dogs and treats, visiting and having their pictures taken with Santa. Along with seeing the joy on their children’s faces, the adults had a chance to win Lions’ raffles for one of the five themed basket raffle prizes.

Thank you to the North Shuswap Lions Club for hosting this party. Whenever something good happens in the community, the Lions Club is there. Thank you to the North Shuswap Community Association for providing the hall free of charge once again.

The Kicker appreciates all the support from businesses, volunteers and donors. The gifts for the children were, as always, amazing. Without your generous support, this popular community event wouldn’t be possible.

Colouring Contest Judges

like to thank the volunteer judges and the use of the Lakeview Community Centre for the judging of our annual Kicker Colouring Contest in 2022. It’s always a tough job! Pictured above (L-R clockwise) Lena Whittaker, Darla Dingledein, Rick Whittaker, Farah Clark, Rhonda Pietsch

North Shuswap Elementary Christmas Concert

By Sionna McTavish

A wonderfully festive time was had at the first indoor North Shuswap Elementary Christmas concert in two years. Students adorned the gym and hallways with seasonal decorations they had made, the Parents Advisory Council bake sale tables full of sweet treats were a feast for the eyes, and excitement filled the air as the lights dimmed in readiness for the musical performance entitled “The Best Gift Ever”.

The Musical was about giving gifts from the heart –joy, hope and peace – and helping others. Although the performance opened with three sales people discussing a plan to hold a contest to increase unusually meager Christmas revenue at their shopping center as Santa sat waiting for children’s visits, the performance concluded with a collective decision to host a Christmas dinner for those without a home.

Each class (division) graced the audience with a Christmas song, while actors delivered storyline dialogue in between. The opening scene was followed by Division 2 beautifully singing “Give Us a Gift.” Division 6 showed off their moves while performing “Dancing Christmas Tree”. Division 5 sang about how much they “Love” their slippers. Division 4 was apparently “Getting Nuttin for Christmas”.

Division 3 sang a traditional, nostalgic carol, “Walking in a Winter Wonderland”. Division 2 reminded us that “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” Mariah Carey’s infamous tune “All I Want for Christmas is You” was delivered with enthusiasm by Division 1, and roused the crowd to join a whole school sing along of Feliz Navidad to end the concert on a high note.

A world of thanks to all of the students who shined on stage after working hard to practice their songs and speaking parts, to the students who eagerly lent a helpful hand, the Principal and staff whose support made the concert possible, and everyone in the community who came to share and enjoy this special Christmas event. Best wishes for a very happy New Year!

LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY

ANGLEMONT AND SURROUNDING AREA

By Denise Meier Happy New Year Kicker Fans!!

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped with our Christmas Dinner. The food was incredible!! It was so nice to see all the young families out.

If anyone is interested in the dates that our clubs will be starting up in January, please check the calendar on our website. There will be Art - Tuesday, Carpet Bowling – Monday and Thursday, Crafts – Tuesday, and Pickle Ball – Tuesday and Friday.

The January Breakfast will be Saturday, January 14. The Sponsors for this breakfast are Katrina and Ken Kelleway. They are new to the Community, having moved from the lower mainland, and they are busy renovating. Both are Associate Partners, Realtors with Blue West Realty. Anyone able to help with the breakfast, please call Darla Dingeldein 250-299-2158.

Murder Mystery Jan 20, 21, 22 - The North Shuswap Players are busy rehearsing a murder mystery entitled Dinner at 8, Dead at 9 at Lakeview Centre. The dinner/ lunch theatre will take place January 20, 21 and 22. Friday, January 20 and Sunday, January 22 will both be matinees. Doors will open at 12 noon with lunch being served at 1 PM and the play will follow. On Saturday, January 21, the doors will open at 5 PM, dinner will be at 6 and the play will follow. The cost is $25/person. The bar will be open for all performances. As well as enjoying a meal and performance you will be getting out of the house in January and supporting the Lakeview Centre. For tickets and more information please contact Darla at (250) 299-2158.

Anyone willing to help in the kitchen for the performances will see the show for free.

If you are new to the area, we encourage you to check our website to see what we have to offer that may interest you. Memberships are one of the few ways we have of bringing in funds to keep the building up and running. Membership gives you unlimited access to our facility with family and friends. You can find our membership form on our webpage at https://www.lakeviewcommunitycentresociety.com/. Financial contributions can also be made and tax receipts can be issued. We prefer payments are made online via e-transfer to the Lakeview e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com . Any other inquiries should be directed to Jim Dingeldein 250-682-6235. If you have ideas for new activities, clubs or events, or would like us to do something that we used to do, please let us know. Thanks to our members, supporters and most importantly, our volunteers.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone in the North Shuswap for all the help to make a better Christmas for Cats, Kittens and Dogs for the 2022 Christmas Hampers.

We were able to provide food for 51 cats/kittens and 24 dogs for the hampers. Thank you to Scotch Creek Market for the special help and support for food needed for the hampers, Scotch Creek Bottle Depot for their support and my helpers, who helped bag all the food. I would like to thank Scotch Creek Dog Grooming [Deb Terry and Adrien Laviolette], Anglemont Marina and all the private donations of dog and cat food which made the Christmas Hamper possible.

Thank You and have a great New Year 2023.

Sharon Nicholl

SASCU Donates $50,000 to Food Banks and Shelters

SASCU Release

SASCU traditionally supports local food banks and shelters each year at Christmas. Driven by the greater community need, due to cost of groceries, housing shortages, and rising cost of living, SASCU boosted its donations to $50,000 to help community organizations through the holiday season and into 2023.

SASCU distributed $50,000 to volunteer groups throughout the Shuswap: Salmon Arm Salvation Army Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank, Eagle Valley Food Bank, Sorrento Food Bank, North Shuswap Food Bank, Feed Enderby & District Food Bank, and the Shuswap Area Family Emergency (SAFE) Society.

“The dedication and hard work of these organizations are part of what makes the Shuswap community so strong,” said Dave King, Chair of SASCU Board of Directors. “Thank you to all the volunteers that give their time to these efforts.”

Through the Community Support Program, SASCU funds non-profit projects and vital community programs. A sample of supported organizations and projects in 2022 include the Annual Downtown Salmon Arm Farmers Market, The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail, Shuswap Association of Community Living, Eagle Bay Hall renovation, South Shuswap Transportation Society, and the Notch Hill Town Hall accessibility improvements.

SASCU is partnered with Do Some Good, an online platform to help maximize awareness and the impact of programs and volunteers in the Shuswap. Accounts are free for non-profits: https://dosomegood.ca/login

Thank you from the North Shuswap Christmas Hamper Program

With the increasing cost of food, I think most people are feeling the pinch when it comes to grocery shopping, some more than others. This did not stop the generous people of this community contributing any way they could to make sure everyone in need had a Hamper and gifts this Christmas.

Approximately 20 volunteers came together on Dec 14 to fill and distribute 46 very full Hampers which were received with many heart felt expressions of appreciation.

There are so many people to thank for making this whole program work, so here goes.

Thanks to Anglemont Fire Dept for volunteering so willingly to work on Hamper day and for the successful food/fund drive in their area raising $1030.50 and 900 lbs of food items; Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Department for doing the Boot Collection again on a very cold day at Scotch Creek Market raising $1178.40 from anonymous donors; The North Shuswap Lions who donated $1500; St. David’s Church for donating $300; the Thrift Shop at St David’s for their donation of $1000; the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce for the $702 from the sale of Hot Dogs plus donations collected at the Christmas Parade; Lakeview Community Center in Anglemont who donated $500; Sharon Nichol and her volunteers who once again cared for the animals in need, bringing bags and bags of donated dry cat and dog food which was then re-bagged and shared where needed.

A big thank you to all our business

and corporate sponsors; Century 21 Lakeside Realty, Scotch Creek Market, the North Shuswap Kicker, The Hub, and Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union, for their more than generous cheques. Also to the very many private donors for their cheques/cash, food and gifts.

A big thank you to Brook and his staff at Scotch Creek Market for so willingly collecting and storing the donated food and gifts, delivering them to the community hall exactly when we needed them and saving 300 boxes for the hampers.

Many thanks to Ross Creek Country Store for their wonderful giving tree which brings so much donated food, funds and gifts and the much appreciated Pizza lunch they donated for the volunteers on Hamper Day.

Thanks to

the North Shuswap Community Hall who once again donated the use of the community hall in Celista to assemble and distribute the hampers.

The committee members who pull all this together each year are President Janice Fisher, Secretary/ treasurer Alison Elmes and directors Rhonda Ryall, Amanda Jackson and Leigh Schaffer.

We will also be able to continue to support the School Hot Lunch Program at the school.

Thank you everyone for caring so much. Wishing you all a happy and prosperous 2023.

Alison Elmes

Dave King of SASCU presenting cheque of $4000

To the North Shuswap Food Bank Christmas Hamper Program to President Janice Fisher and Secretary/ treasurer Alison Elmes on Hamper day, Dec 14, 2022. (Photo provided by SASCU)

Does Your Child Start Kindergarten in

September 2023?

Registration Opens Tuesday, Jan. 17 From 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Register at your child's catchment school (based on your physical address) or district program Bastion for Early French Immersion or South Canoe for Outdoor Learning.

All kindy registrations completed on Jan. 17 will be treated as equal so there is no need for overnight line-ups.

Registrations received after January 17th, will be date/time stamped and treated on a first come, first served basis.

To register online please contact your child's catchment school for a registration link.

To register please have your child's birth certificate, proof of residence and any legal documents around child custody.

For more information please contact your school, or check our website: www.sd83.bc.ca or email Director of Instruction, Jen Findlay: jfindlay@sd83.bc.ca

A parent meeting for those interested in Early French Immersion is being planned. Please contact Bastion at 250 832-3741 for further details.

If you are interested in the Outdoor Learning Program information is available at the school. Please contact South Canoe at 250 832-3122.

North Okanagan - Shuswap School District No. 83

School News

By Jan Penner

It was great to have everyone back in the gym for the Christmas Concert. The opportunity to be able to invite the community back into the learning environment was an extra lift to the holiday spirit. A big bouquet to the performers and organizers for a job well done!

The wrap up before the holiday was enjoyed by all. The students were treated to Twizzlers, popcorn and an afternoon watching a movie in the gym. Again, it was wonderful to be able to gather together.

Division 4 welcomes their new teacher, Mr. Trevor Rizun. Mr. Rizun has a psychology background and has been doing a great job volunteering with literacy support in division 4 for much of the year and so is well acquainted with the students. With assistance from Mrs. Pellett our Learning Resource teacher, District Curriculum support teachers, Mr. Matheson and the wonderful staff at North Shuswap, there is no

doubt the children will have a positive learning experience for the remainder of the year. Best wishes go out to Ms. Rushton as she begins her maternity leave. We’ll update you with a few details when the new arrival makes an appearance.

Finally, welcome back everyone. Starting off with a Tuesday because of the Monday stat created a slightly shorten week which was a nice, soft start to the new term. Here’s to a great time learning and growing to North Shuswap Elementary!

With the snowfall just before Christmas and the warming weather right after it, drivers and students need to be sure they are exercising caution on the way to bus stops and at bus stops. Also when you see flashing AMBER on the buses, that is an indication that the RED stop lights will be coming on. The RED lights cannot be engaged if you have neglected to slow to a stop for the AMBER. Let’s keep everyone safe!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

NORTH SHUSWAP

Lakeview Centre Monthly Breakfast - Saturday, January 14, 9-11 am. Sponsored by Katrina and Ken Kelleway. Anyone able to help with the breakfast, please call Darla Dingeldein 250-299-2158.

Dinner Theatre - Dinner at Eight, Dead by Nine on January 20-22 at the Lakeview Community Centre. Presented by The North Shuswap Players. Two lunch matinees, one dinner show. For tickets and more information, see ad on page 14.

Unplug and Play - Family Literacy Week January 21 to 29. Encouraging families to Unplug from technology and enjoy the freedom of Play! See ad on page 31 for events and registration details.

Winter Festival - February 18-19. Involves community groups & venues throughout the North Shuswap. Presented by NS Chamber of Commerce. Lions Club bed races on Feb. 19. Registration and information about entering bed race is available from Dave Maberley at mabesda@ telusplanet.net More details to come. See ad on page 5

Yoga - Mondays and Wednesdays at the North Shuswap Hall in Celista. See ad on page 27.

North Shuswap Seniors and Community Resource Centre - Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am to noon. See schedule of events on page 36.

Indoor pickleball - at the North Shuswap Hall in Celista - You must know how to play to attend. 1:00 to 3 pm. January 4, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28. Contact Bonnie Dunn 250-371-7567 for info on pricing & lessons.

Scotch Creek Hub Events - Open Mic on Sundays at 2pm. See ad on page 25 for more January events. Lions Meat & 50/50 Draw - Saturdays 3-5 pm at the Hub in Scotch Creek.

Support the Pink Piston Paddlers - Breast Cancer Survivor/Supporter Dragonboat team to attend an International Festival in March 2023 in New Zealand. Donations at Bottle Depot in Scotch Creek and PharmaChoice in Scotch Creek and Chase.

Lakeview Centre Regular Events

- Art - Tuesday, Carpet Bowling – Monday & Thursday, Crafts –Tuesday, and Pickle Ball – Tuesday and Friday. Check Lakeview Centre calendar for more events at https:// www.lakeviewcommunitycentresociety.com/

Certified NS First Responder - Red Cross training sessions twice monthly. Join the team and provide valuable service to the community. For more information: Don 250-572-7735/Kath 250-318-0317.

Bingo - Watch North Shuswap Community Hall Facebook for January start date. Every Monday except stat holidays. . Bingo starts at 7:00 pm. See ad on page 46.

Hiking group for women – Monthly free organized outdoor experiences. Welcome to The Lady Alliance - Shuswap Chapter. FMI www. shuswapadventuregirl.ca or https:// theladyalliance.com

Anglebay Entertainers – if you are interested in joining this fun-loving amateur entertainers group, call Alison 250-955-2588 or Ann 250-9552899. In need of a musical director for this group to continue.

AA Meetings - Tuesdays at 7:00 pm at North Shuswap Christian Fellowship, 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek.

Doctors/ Labs in the Clinic - To book for lab work and for doctor appointments, call NS Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or check nshealthcentre.ca for clinic services and availability of doctors. See ad on page 26.

StrongStart Program - Tues. & Thurs mornings from 8:30 to 11:30 at North Shuswap Elementary School for parents/caregivers with their children up to 5 years old. FMI 250-955-2214, or email: samclean@ sd83.bc.ca

CHASE

Shuswap Skating Club - Winter program registration available online for sessions at Chase arena that begin on January 4, 2023 and run until March 11 (ten weeks): https://www. shuswapskatingclub.com/registration/

Chase Curling Club Pancake Breakfast - Sat, Jan. 8, 8am to 10am. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee,

juice. FMI about curling at chasecurling.ca or Janice at 250-679-4471 or admin@chasecurling.ca. Leagues Tuesday morning and Wednesday evenings. Open curling Friday mornings.

Chase & District Fish & Game - meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm at Creekside Senior Center. (Except in July & August).

SOUTH SHUSWAP

Carlin Hall Coffeehouse - Jan 7, 7:00 pm Feature Act is Sunnyside Bluegrass, with Harold Pudwell and Friends. Feb. 4 feature is The Mobley Road Gang. FMI, please contact Diane at 250 517 0861.

Christmas Tree Burning - Bring your tree to Shuswap Fire Hall #2 (2505 Greer Rd) on Jan 7 between 2 and 5 pm. By donation. Bonfire for the community at 5:30 pm. Hot dogs and treats provided by Blind Bay Village Grocer.

Sunnybrae Hall Coffeehouse - Sat. Jan 14. Singer-songwriter, poet, potter and world-wide wanderer Lowell Friesen combines a tender-hearted sensitivity, an edgy simmering angst and a dash of tongue in cheek humour to his brand of modern folk, alt-country music. Doors and performer sign-ups at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm.

South Shuswap Library - Kids Paper Craft with Karen – Jan. 24 3:00-4:00pm. Registration required. PJ Storytime with Rebecca. Songs and rhymes with a light snack. Tuesdays 6: – 6:45pm. Feb 7, March 7 and April 11. Drop-in. Mother Goose with Rebecca. songs, rhymes and fingerplays! A light snack will be served. Fridays 10:15 – 11:15am. Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27, Drop-in. Unplug and Play Week. The Bug Guy will be at our branch January 28 from 1:00-2:00pm. Friends of the Library Book Sale January 27 10:00-5:00pm and January 28 10:00-4:00pm. FMI 250.675.4818

Sorrento Centre Events - Weekly playgroup, Creative Journaling, Positive Psychology for happiness and meaning, Be a Picasso, Wild Church Sorrento, and so much more! For information about events go to https://www.sorrentocentre.ca/

events/calendar SALMON ARM & AREA

Shuswap Music Festival Registration - for the 2023 festival until Jan. 31, 2023. Open to residents of the Shuswap. Festival April 11-29, 2023. Register online at www.ShuswapFestival.com

Nicholas Dyson Quartet - kicks off a 12-show season of the Salmon Arm Jazz Club on Thursday, January 12 at the Nexus at First Community on Okanagan Avenue in Salmon Arm. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show at 7:00 pm, admission is by donation. FMI visit www.jazzsalmonarm.com

Harry Manx - world-renowned Canadian artist will perform on Sunday, Jan. 22 at Song Sparrow Hall. For tickets and information, visit https://rootsandblues.ca or phone 250.833.4096

Shuswap Storytellers - meet on the first Thursday of the month at 7pm. Everyone welcome to attend whether you want to tell stories or be a dedicated listener. Info at 250 546-6186. The Metropolitan Opera - Sat. Jan 14, 9:55am -- “Fedora”, Umberto Giordano at the Salmar Classic, On Alexander, Downtown. For more information, check out ttps://www. metopera.org/season/in-cinemas/ Coffee House at Gleneden Hall – Every third Saturday, 6:30 pm performer registrations, starts at 7 pm. Music and poetry. FMI Call 250.832.2300

Snowed in Comedy Tour - Feb. 9, 7:30pm - 10:30pm at Salmar Classic. Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take, providing something for everyone. www.snowedincomedytour.com

ONLINE / WEBINARS etc.

CSRD Board Meeting - Thursday, Jan. 19 at 9:30 am. Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca. (Note - usually third Thursday) Agenda available approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

CSRD Learn how you FireSmart - watch a 30 minute online webinar. Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca/ firesmart 1-888-248-2773.

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OBITUARIES

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.

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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.

Jeannie Deana Ullian

of Anglemont, British Columbia, passed away at age 56, on December 12th, 2022.

She was born to parents Norma and Douglas, on February 14th, 1966.

Jeannie met Joseph Ullian in 1982. They were married on August 11th, 1990, in Crawford Bay, British Columbia. Together they had three children: Kevin, Samantha, and Jessica. Jeannie, Joe and the three kids moved out to the Shuswap from Creston, British Columbia in 2006. Since then we have lived in Chase, Celista, Scotch Creek, and nally Anglemont, the last place to officially call home!

Jeannie is survived by: Norma, Joe, Kevin (Cassandra, Ellie-Mae, Ava-Lee, Emma-Rae), Samantha (Mathew, Jackson), Jessica (Ryan) and her 4 siblings Julie, Debbie, Tammy, Doug and multiple nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Jeannie is predeceased by her father Douglas, and many other family members.

Jeannie loved camping, mudbogging, and back road driving. She loved to be surrounded by family and friends hanging out by a re. But the number one thing Jeannie loved being the most was Nana to her 4 beautiful grandchildren, Jeannie loved those 4 babies more than anything in this entire world, they were her world!

She was a mother to many and a friend to all.

At this time, we are not sure when we will be doing a celebration of life. But we will keep everyone informed.

North Shuswap Library

Located at the Centre in Scotch Creek 250-955-8198

Open: Tues Noon - 5, Wed & Fri 11 - 4, Sat 11 - 4 3867 Squilax-Anglemont Rd.

Francis (Frankie) Ewarta Brown (NeeJoyner)

October 9, 1919November 20, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Francis (Frankie) Ewarta Brown at Westminster House Retirement Community, Surrey on November 20, 2022, in her 103rd year.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Bruce of 63 years, sister Mary, brother Gordon, son Roger and daughter-inlaw Margaret.

Survived by daughter Diane (Lionel), son Tom (Margaret - deceased), 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.

Frankie was born on a farm in Surrey where she was raised and spent her younger years.

After her marriage to sweetheart Bruce in 1943, they built a home and business in North Surrey where they raised their family.

They fell in love with Magna Bay on the Shuswap in 1959 following a fishing trip to the area. They then purchased lake front property and built a summer cottage. On retirement they purchased property across the street, built a permanent home and relocated to the area.

Frankie loved the Lake and the Magna Bay community. She was a charter member of the Lakeview Community Centre and participated in many Pig & Whistle performances. She loved to paint, played piano in her youth, played Bridge regularly, enjoyed working in the garden, knitting, sewing and always had a puzzle book on the go. Frankie was a volunteer at the St. David’s Church Thrift Store for many years.

Frankie & Bruce travelled to many countries over the years but always said, “You cannot beat the Shuswap!”

Frankie had a zest for life and never stopped participating in all the activities that were available to her. Her motto was “Go with the flow!”

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Adams River Salmon Society.. info@salmonsociety.com

Anglemont Estates Waterworks

After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344

Regular hours 250-832-8194

Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365

Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Gerry Shea 250 955-0365

Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234

Arts Council for the South Shuswap. Karen Brown 250-515-3276

AWE Society.. awesociety7@gmail.com

Baseball Club.. Melissa Bischoff, mellybischoff@yahoo.ca

Blind Bay Garden Club.. Susan 250-835-2351

Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

North Shuswap.. Adam Oruclar 403-805-6227

South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250-515-3276

Chase.. 250-679-8432

Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS

Lakeview Community Centre

Hall Bookings.. Tony Hudson 778-765-1506

NS Community Association..

Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431

Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833-7610

Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA).. Barry Stokes 250-675-3306

Country Kids Play School.. Alanna Stearns 250-679-3005

Country Gardens Garden Club.. Chris Trueman 250-955-6467

CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477

Crowfoot Mtn Snowmobile Club.. Tyler Morrison 403-422-1144

Cruising the Okanagan Car Club.. Follow on Facebook or Email Anna-Marie Eckhart - cruisingtheokanagan@gmail.com

CSRD - Area F Director.. Jay Simpson 250-517-9578

Emergency Support Services..Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Anglemont.. Graham Lucas 250-318-7157

Celista.. Roy Philips 250-804-3349

Scotch Creek/Lee Creek.. Ben Pellet 778-694-9890

Skwlax.. Paul Gamble 250-679-4472

Fire Services Coordinator.. Sean Coubrough 250-833-5955

FIRST RESPONDERS

North Shuswap.. Kath Rowbotham 250-318-0317

South Shuswap.. Debbie Edwards, backacher@telus.net

NS First Responder Society.. Don Devine, 250-955-2101, donedevine@gmail.com

Girl Guides.. 1-800-565-8111

Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon.. Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222

HEALTH SERVICES

NS Health Centre Society.. Lorna Joy Pawluk 780-721-2293

North Shuswap Health Clinic.. 250-955-0660

Chase Medical Clinic. 250-679-1420

Chase Health Centre.. 250-679-1400

SS Health Services Society.. Sue McCrae 250-675-3562

Sorrento Health Centre. 250-675-2167

Sorrento Health Centre Society.. Eldene Lindberg

250-675-4168

Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431

Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-2981

Lions Club.. Ellen Little 250-955-0690

Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279

Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca

Notch Hill Cemetery Society.. Louise 250-253-5776

NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588

NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431

NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545

NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-517-7111

NS Elementary School.. Chris Matheson 250-955-2214

Okanagan Regional Library

North Shuswap Lee Carreiro 250-9555-8198

South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818

Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955-2214

Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773

Pink Piston Paddlers – Breast cancer survivor and supporter dragon boat team – pinkpistonpaddlers22@gmail.com

RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION

Magna Bay.. Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346

Scotch Creek.. Mary Stewart 250-955-2967

St. Ives.. Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571

Salmon Arm Toastmasters - www.salmonarmtm.com salmonarmtm@gmail.com

School District # 83 Trustee.. Corryn Grayston cgraysto@sd83.bc.ca

Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott 250-307-4360, seymoursledding@gmail.com

Shuswap Back Country Riders.. Dave Crowfoot 403-512-9111 d.crowfoot@gmail.com

Shuswap Community Foundation.. 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca

Shuswap Emergency Program.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca

Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693

Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099

Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 250-515-2731, www.slams.ca Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon 250-832-4588

Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com, https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, www.shuswapvsar.org

Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA).. info@SWOA.ca, www.SWOA.ca

Skmana Ski club.. skiskmana@gmail.com, www.ski-skmana.com

Sorrento Drop In Society.. 250-675-5358, website: sdis.ca

South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Tammy Packer 250-463-2495, www.shuswapcanadaday.ca

Taoist Tai Chi.. Judy 250-679-5425

Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge.. Shirley 250-679-2778 or donkeyrefuge@gmail.com

Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638

Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359

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• 1/3 cup chopped onion

• 1/4 cup butter, cubed

• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

• 1 can (10-½ ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted

• 3/4 cup milk

• 2 cups cubed cooked turkey

• 1 cup cooked peas

• 1 cup cooked, sliced carrots

• 1 tube (10 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, not flaky

DIRECTIONS

1. In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet (like cast iron), add butter and sauté onion until tender over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until well blended. Add broth and milk and bring to a boil. Stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbling. Add the turkey, peas and carrots and heat through. Open refrigerated biscuits and separate. Gently place and arrange biscuits over the stew.

2. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown and puffy.

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