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K-12 operational guidelines set requirements for masks VICTORIA - School districts have received updat- are being worn. Schools will also ensure non-medical cently announced it is donating an additional 54,500 ed operational guidelines to help ensure a consistent masks are available for staff if someone should become face shields for K-12 schools in B.C., adding to the provincewide approach to keep schools inventory of personal protective equipsafe for all students, teachers and staff ment that will be available for students during the COVID-19 pandemic. and staff. Under the updated health and safety September guidelines, masks will be required for Other health and safety guidelines include: staff, middle and secondary students • increased cleaning of high-contact in high traffic areas such as buses and surfaces like doorknobs, keyboards, in common areas such as hallways, or anytime outside of their learning group desks and chairs; whenever physical distancing cannot be • increased hand hygiene with all Labour Teachers and Student maintained. students, staff and visitors being Exceptions will be made for students required to clean their hands before Day staff return orientation who cannot wear masks for medical boarding school buses and entering reasons. The guidelines also cover the school buildings, before and after key components of delivering K-12 edeating, using the washroom and ucation during the pandemic, including using playground equipment; and curriculum, report cards, supports for students with ill while at school. • school districts may also install transparent disabilities/diverse abilities, and finance and opera- In order to support staff and students to meet this barriers for people who have more contact with tions. expectation, the ministry is providing additional fund- others, such as front-desk staff, bus drivers or food Even when wearing a mask, staff and students will ing to school districts that will support the purchase services staff, where appropriate. still be required to maintain physical distance from of up to 1.5 million masks, enough for every pub- Another key health and safety measure is the estabpeople outside of their learning group. Efforts will be lic-school staff member and student to have at least lishment of learning groups. A learning group includes put in place to ensure there is not crowding, gather- two masks. students and staff who remain together throughout ing or congregating of people from different learning Canadian Shield, a manufacturer of personal pro- the school quarter, semester or year, which could be groups in a school setting, even if non-medical masks tective equipment products in Ontario, Canada, reContinued on page 9
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Just for Fun "Old" Jokes Too Old To Date The neighbors thought it was odd, but 93 year old Morton was dating again. One Monday morning Morton woke up with a funny feeling that something important happened last night. It was during breakfast, that Morton finally remembered what it was. He had proposed to his date Greta. But what she answered he just couldn’t seem to remember. Morton picked up the phone and dialed. “Hi Greta”, said Morton, “I have a funny question for you, do you remember last night when I proposed?” “Oh my gosh” gushed Greta, “I’m so glad you called, I knew I said yes to somebody but I just couldn’t recall who it was!” The Internet What’s that? “C’mon Ma you have got to try it” I pleaded to my elderly Mother. I don’t know how my Mother lasted this long without ever using the internet, but enough was enough! I thought. “Ok” she said reluctantly settling down by the computer and slowly putting on her reading glasses “what do I do now?” “Now I’m going to open the home page of google”, I explained. “OK here it is! Now type in ANY question you want into the bar over here and you will find an answer to your question.” I confidently assured her. My Mother looked at me warily, thought for a second, and slowly began to type, How is Gertrude doing this morning?
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Monashee Toastmasters
Lumby's Monashee Toastmasters On-Line!
Imagine being home-bound and using that time to become a powerful, public speaker. Toastmaster clubs around the world are adapting to the stay-at-home lifestyle by offering learning opportunities online. Lumby’s Monashee Toastmaster club has jumped on the Zoom wagon where we meet online the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month from 7 to 8.15 pm and wherever you are, you could be a part of this amazing learning experience! Would you like to improve your speaking, listening, and leadership skills? Does your job, education, coaching, counseling, require the aforementioned skills? By joining our club, you will receive helpful tips to speak with confidence, clarity, and conviction and as a bonus learn more about this new technology. You will learn how to reduce visual distractions, move with purpose, and connect with your audience. Why not decide to use this time to develop your most important asset – speaking? A testimonial from a current member who used her Toastmaster skills to wow a cruise ship audience. About 4-5 years ago Audrey Pope, a longtime Toastmaster and member of our club was holidaying on a cruise ship through the Northwest Passage and was on the first cruise ship to sail through the Bellot Strait. After the last dinner onboard the cruise Audrey decided to thank the ship staff by delivering an impromptu speech. After her speech she received a standing ovation from the other
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passengers and the staff. Audrey was told by several passengers after her speech that she said what they wanted to say; but didn’t have the nerve to do so. Developing your public speaking skills can prepare you for such an occasion as this. Are you preparing for an online presentation and need some tips? Maybe you would like to practice connecting with your audience through a camera, reduce your um’s and ah’s, deliver a succinct message or chair an online meeting. Since none of us knows when the world will return to “normal”, why not use the time to develop relevant skills, maybe discover new purpose in your life to connect and express. Toastmasters’ programs have changed radically since its inception. Some people still believe that it is a stuffy old club; listening to speeches that put you to sleep. Things have changed! Wanting to give worldwide audiences usable skills, Toastmasters introduced the Pathways Program. After you join, you do a self-assessment. This helps you choose the Path that matches your speaking goals. You will receive step-by-step lessons specific to your individual needs. Which Path would you choose? Do you want to become an inspiring coach, influential speaker, effective educator, masterful manager or overcome nervousness? By joining a Toastmaster club you might land a job, sell your product, get elected, or deliver a powerful message to a worldwide audience? Staying at home can be isolating, but the world is waiting to hear from you! You have an amazing story to tell. Toastmasters can help you tell it well. Contact Monashee Toastmasters. We will send you a no obligation Zoom invitation for our next meeting and you can judge for yourself if this is something worthwhile for you. If the time (or day) doesn’t work, we can help you find another club. We normally meet at the White Valley Community Center but due to the pandemic we have been meeting on-line since March. For more information contact Louise Wilcox at (250) 5476480 or Audrey Pope at (250) 545-5743 or visit the Monashee Toastmaster website: http://1348085.toastmastersclubs.org/. You may also visit the Toastmasters International Website at www.toastmasters.org. Written by Heidi Thompson of Hi Noon Toastmasters, Vernon Club and adapted by Mike Takahashi for Monashee Toastmasters, Lumby Club.
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Sam’s Garden
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Alright Everybody, Stay Calm, Thistle Only Take A Moment! I had a plant miraculously appear about 5 years ago in my yard and although I found it compelling, I had no idea of what it was called. It was obviously a member of the thistle family but I did not plant it or really nurture it. I used it in a few bouquets and people would ask me what it was but I could not give them an answer. I saved some seeds under the label of Weird Thistle Plant as I quite liked it but the first year I tried to grow it I had no success. I placed some in a seed tray and put a small amount of soil over it and left it at that. Last year when I planted it in the seed tray and left uncovered and waited to see what would happen, well yes, it germinated. I planted a fair amount of it in a flower bed and waited. The first year I had good vegetative growth but none of the thistle heads I wanted for my flower arrangements. This year, its second, I have stunning 8 foot high plants with multiple heads for many flower arrangements to come! By chance a man who was passing through the market heard my response to a client that I was unaware of the name of the inclusion to my bouquet and he readily answered the question. The plant is called Teasel and he even provided some interesting information about what the plant was once used for. Of course I had to look into it further and found some interesting information. Teasel is a herbaceous biennial plant that will grow to stunning hight, and it will grow in soil from sandy to heavy clay It is viciously thorny and I handle it with leather gloves until I remove the thorns from the stock. It has an interesting look and dries and remains interesting. It has brackets around the head that not only can hold a small amount of water but will also trap pollinators and other insects. These trapped insects actually enhance seed production therefore
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Teasel
making these plants carnivorous. Is does flower but only once before it dies, these flowers only lasting for a day before leaving the dried heads I found so compelling. But I do warn you that it is invasive and my husband is not impressed with where he has found it sprouting. Teasel is native to parts of Europe, Asia and North Africa and now is cultivated in other parts of the world. It was used in it’s earlier years in the textile industry to raise the nap on fabrics especially wool. The dried flower heads were attached to wheels called Teasel Frames and rolled over the wool cloth. Over time it was replaced with metal cards that were simpler to use and lasted longer but some weavers still say that Teasel does a superior job and does not rip the cloth should it meet resistance. The seeds provide good forage for birds and the roots of this plant are harvested in autumn the root being sliced and dried and made into teas, tinctures, powders and pill that are available in health food stores and these have been found to provide many health benefits most amazingly is its use in the treatment of Lyme disease. It is able to force the bacterium from the cells affected by the infection back into the blood stream where our natural immunity and the use of antibiotics can actually defeat it and it is being used widely now and with great results. Some of the other ailments that can be treated by this plant range from pain relief, digestive health, bone and ligament healing to Alzheimers, depression, and arthritis to name a few. The Chinese name for the plant means
Arts & Culture from the Edge
Call for Submissions: “Stronger Together” The Monashee Arts Council (MAC) will be hosting its third gallery show this year which will showcase art created by MAC members, many who have supported the organization during its 20-year history. The Village Gallery (under the auspices of MAC) invites artists and artisans in the community to join MAC and participate in “Stronger Together” for the month of September. This is an open-theme exhibit for 2-D and 3-D artists and artisans who are current or new members of the Monashee Arts Council. Submissions are limited to two (2) pieces per artist and need to be delivered to the gallery with application form by August 28-29th. Memberships may be renewed/obtained at time of delivery. (MAC will need the following information for each piece of work: Title, Medium, Size,
Price (if selling-40% commission to MAC), Description (how, why, when or where), Name of Artist.) Membership is $15 per calendar year and is open to all who want to see the arts flourish in the area. Please pick up your MAC membership and application forms at the Village Gallery, 1975 Vernon Street. (Highway 6). You can also request these documents by email: monasheeartscouncil@gmail.com For more information: Jennifer Greenwood, MAC Coordinator Phone: 778-473-3929 Beyond the Mask: A Collection of Pandemic Quarantine Art 2020. The Monashee Arts Council recently put out a call to local artists who have created works during the past Continued on page 9
to restore what is broken. Here I thought it was just another pretty plant that I called a weird thistle. Happy Gardening and stay out of the heat! Samantha Nason BS Ranch & Greenhouses 250 547 6567 samanthanason@hotmail.com
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Seniors’ Corner
A weekly feature for Lumby, Cherryville, and area seniors. For more information about any of the following please contact Colleen or Jenny at (250) 547-8866 Whitevalley Community Resource Centre Office (250) 547-8866, Saddle Mountain Drop In (778) 930-0509. Funding support provided by the Province of British Columbia (Community Gaming), Interior Health and United Way North Okanagan Columbia Shuswap.
Stand Up For Yourself Some of us seniors may find that we have more time on our hands these days. Let’s face it, social distancing led to a lot of binge-watching new shows or hours spent catching up on reading. You may notice that your body begins to get sore after hours of sitting still as the effects of being inactive can be noticeable fairly quickly. Persistent inactivity is much more serious, though, and has been directly linked with obesity, diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease and more. If you do have to sit for several hours each day, be sure to offset those hours with physical activity. Those who do tend to experience significantly fewer health problems. The right balance between how much time you ought to spend relaxing and being active remains uncertain but researchers concluded no more than
two to three hours of inactivity in a 12-hour day. They also strongly recommend getting up to stretch and move after each half hour spent sitting down. A 2018 medical study found that prolonged sitting can even negatively affect memory as one ages. Dr. David Alter, a scientist with Toronto Rehab University, stresses that “avoiding sedentary time and getting regular exercise is imperative for your health and survival.” Even simple changes can greatly reduce sedentary behavior such as; when you are cleaning up at home, put items away in small trips around the house. Think your favourite television shows. about setting a timer when watching television to re- The positive impact of movement – even leisurely mind yourself to get up every so often. Walk around movement can be absolutely profound so stand up and when you are on the phone or stand to watch some of get moving!
Notes From the Lumby Public Market Our feature vendors this week are two wonderful choose our market to sell their yummy foods. We are ladies. They have only been vendors for 3 weeks. They so glad to have these charming, happy,, ladies at our Saturday market. Tanya and Britt have a nice little family farm, and small orchard in Lavington. This little family run SIMPLE STEPS farm is all about supporting the local community. FOR STRESS Here they grow a good diverse amount of vegetables, RELIEF with Gillian Padgett, MISMA, MNlP, CHT and a variety of fruit. Their fruit includes Cherries, Covid-19 has created unnatural changes to ou r lives, bringing loneliness, Plums, Pears, Apples, Raspberries, Strawberries, and fear, depression and of course considerable stress. Gillian will help you to discover how to cope with the stress and thrive. Blackberries (mm, mm Blackberries are one of my faFour Sessions: vorite fruits) With these fruits Tanya and Britt are Thursday, August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020 via Zoom Meeting or individual phone call. making some great pies. (Come on who doesn't like Group Zoom meetings begin at 9:0 0 a.m. for one hour. homemade, fresh fruit pies?) The name of their fresh $5.00 per session. baked pie company is Little Baked Llama Pie Co. If The individual phone calls are 30 minutes and will be scheduled for the same dates, but after the group meetings. you ask Britt, she will be more than happy to put on $10.0 0 per session. her Llama apron for you. Last week they sold out of To register please call Lumby Health Centre at 250 -547-9741for the group session or individual telephone call. Accepting cash or cheque their delicious pies very quickly. So, if you want pie, (cheque payable Lumby & District Health Services Society). come to the market early to make sure you get yours! Gillian is a Professional Member of the International Stress Management Association Not only do these two beautiful ladies make home(UK). She is a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Reiki Master. Her focus has been on stress and trauma relief, made fresh fruit pies, they also make homemade recovery and resilience and to help her clients cope when life gets tough. She has written soups. last week they had Hamburger Soup, Potato, three books: Stress Wisdom; Let Stress Heal Your Life; From Trauma to Tranquility. Bacon, and Leek soup ( hey it's got Bacon in it, so you Lumby & District Health Services Society acknowledges the financial support of the Province know it must be good!) They also had a Tomato Basil of BC and local community funders for Community Health& Information Programs. Soup. All of these tasty soups are placed in a Mason
Jar so that they can seal the great flavors in. These soups are made for everyone's taste and preference. They come in Gluten Free, Vegetarian, and Vegan. When you come to our market on Saturdays here are some of the great things you will find there: Flowers, Homemade Jewelry, Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Pies ,Photography on tote bags, and cards. The Avon Lady Stacey is there. We have some pretty cool Antiques,. Tied Dyed items, Mosaic work, Jams, Watkins, Homemade Purses, Homemade Masks, Colorful Popcorn, last week we even had homemade shoes ( they will be back in two weeks) Gel Moment Nail Polish, and so many more items to mention See you Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm If you would like to be a vendor at our market you can email us at: lumbyand distictpublicmarket@ gmail.com Submitted by Colleen Fielding
UP COMING HEALTH EVENTS – Lumby Health Centre 2135 Norris Avenue • www.lumbyhealthcentre.org • Email: lumbyhealthsociety@shaw.ca X-Ray Services (Appointments recommended, walk ins welcome) Tuesday 9:00 am – 1:45 pm Lab Services Tuesdays 7:30 – 11:00 am BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Public Health Nursing & Information Services Monday–Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm Options for Sexual Health Clinic Every Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 PM Foot Care Services Monthly Clinics every 3rd Monday& Wednesday
Water Quality Testing Kits Available at Lumby Health Unit Options Clinic Confidential HIV testing, Hepatitis, STI tests, Pap tests & low cost birth control. Doctor available for IUD insertions/removals. Every Wednesday evening 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Located at the Lumby Health Centre.
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Mikkie’s Corner
Health & Nutrition
Fertility
A different type of article this week, as I am also a pre/postnatal and exercise for fertility specialist. Becoming pregnant can be difficult for some but there are things both moms and dads to be, can do. TAKE NOTE - even if not planning on becoming pregnant this article holds true for anyone’s body in regards to stress, mindset, exercise and good nutrition. Having a healthy body weight, through exercise and nutrition will affect the body’s hormone regulation, digestion, self esteem, and stress levels, all of which influence reproductive health for both males and females. Stress can be one of the biggest factors in infertility and both can cause each other. Research has shown that stress can create levels of anxiety and depression equivalent to women with heart disease, cancer and HIV status. Other stresses as, psychological or physiological, like loss of a loved one, excessive training or extreme dieting can also cause infertility – this holds true for men too. Here is how stress will affect the body: 1. Alters hormones: a. Disrupts Hypothalamus gland that controls ovulation. b. Produces high levels of the “fight or flight” hormone – Cortisol c. Decrease estrogen and progesterone, the reproductive hormones 2. Diverts blood flow away from ovaries and uterine lining, effecting egg quality and successful implantation. Trying to become pregnant can be very stressful when it doesn’t seem to happen especially when most everything else in your life you can control the outcome. It becomes all consuming, affecting your relationship, social life and work. Many times, women become withdrawn from friends and family to avoid hurtful conversations, jealousy, shame, guilt, sadness,
Donations to our Legion are greatly appreciated at this time. Our Meat Draws with Gift Certificates from our local stores are going very well. This week we will have gift certificates from Freshmart and Anna's Pizza Come down and join us on Saturdays for our Meat Draws 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, get there early as we can only have 35 people in there at one time for now. Our pool table is now open! Please see the rules posted in the Legion
grief and anger. There are ways to manage stress and get support: 1. Relaxing enjoying your moments together instead of thinking of being baby machines is a better approach. Many times, people will adopt, then become pregnant. That is because the stress is lifted and the body is relaxed and able to function the way it should. 2. Emotion is one of the most challenging stress to control. Some exercises for the mind may help, as controlling your thoughts changes the state of mind. 3. Identify stresses, warning signs and symptoms: • Physical: Headaches, fatigue, teeth grinding… • Behavioural: Restlessness, time management, phobias…. • Emotional: Aggression, Frustration, crying, • Cognitive: Impaired concentration, judgmental, blaming 4. Practice the three A’s • Awareness: Make a list or check off symptoms • Acceptance: Accept how you are feeling it will be easier to move on • Action: Move forward in dealing with some of these issues by taking a bath, going for a walk, call a friend… 5. Understanding your menstrual cycle. Having a healthy menstrual cycle means estrogen and progesterone are at proper levels. If estrogen is imbalanced, cramping, fertility issues, fibroid tumours and mood swings will occur. If progesterone is imbalanced women feel depressed, lethargic and sexually unattractive. Liver and Kidney function is extremely important to fertility as they deactivate the excess estrogen and progesterone. If the liver is sluggish the unneeded hor-
The pot to the Jokers Wild is growing! Put your name in the bucket for the Jokers Wild. When you go into the Legion don't forget to ask the bartender for your ticket, you have to be there at the draw Fridays 5:30 Pm to win. Our Jams have been cancelled for a while sorry for the inconvenience. Our new hours are: Thursday-Saturdays 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm We are following the COVID 19 rules. All of the events at the Legion are for everyone 19+ only unless otherwise stated.
mones are reabsorbed into the blood. This has a lot to do with sleep and a detoxification period which is around 12-2am. If it doesn’t happen at this time, the body will skip this process. If this is skipped the body ends up with excess hormones than the body needs and heavy irregular periods happen. 6. Exercise and good nutrition. Again, when one is feeling good about themselves on the inside and out everything is more positive and balanced within the body for both males and females. There are also many specific exercises that help as well. If you are looking to start a family and would like additional information on training and nutrition advise in this area, please contact me below. Mikkie Nettles, Certified Personal Trainer/Holistic & Sports Nutritionist Follow DEEM Health on Facebook, or contact info@deemhealth.ca
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Improvements To Workers Compensation Act Long Overdue This summer, our government has taken action to provide the most significant improvements to the Workers Compensation Act (WCA) in more than two decades. The current pandemic has highlighted the need for modernization, for stronger occupational health and safety protections and a more balanced workers’ compensation system. The bill we passed this summer drew on several expert reports that had feedback from employers, workers, as well as experts in workers’ compensation systems. Imagine for a moment you are worker who has been exposed to traumatic events on the job and you develop a post-traumatic stress disorder but are told that your WorkSafeBC claim has been denied because more than one year has passed since the onset of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) symptoms. The changes we’ve made to the WCA will recognize the complexity of mental health claims and make the system fairer for workers with the courage to come Every Woman. Every Occasion. Every Day.
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forward with their injuries that aren’t always visible to others. Imagine you are a family member seeking a sense of closure after losing a loved one to a workplace fatality. This bill strengthens the ability of WorkSafeBC to investigate workplace safety infractions by including powers of search and seizure of evidence through the WCA. It also permits the court to accept victim impact statements, giving a voice to injured workers and family members during the sentencing portion of a workplace safety prosecution. Or, imagine you are a nurse, a grocery clerk or a police officer working with the public every day and you contract COVID-19 at work. You would want – and deserve – some assurance that you would be able to quickly access workers’ compensation benefits when you need them. These changes will allow those who contract COVID-19 at work to quickly access benefits. These are examples of the measured, thoughtful improvements we’ve made that strike a balance between improving protections for workers and showing sensitivity to the challenges faced by businesses as we seek to recover from the sweeping effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. I understand the financial pressures employers are facing right now. That’s why we chose modest improvements to better support injured workers and their families, and enhance WorkSafeBC’s ability to
investigate workplace incidents, while keeping premiums low. For too many years, all MLAs of all political stripes have heard from injured workers and their families that the system lacks fairness and doesn’t focus on the needs of injured workers. For most of the last two decades in B.C., government policy focused on the rights of employers, at the expense of the workers who are the foundation of our economy. I was disappointed to hear employers and opposition MLAs speak against these modest changes that will improve fairness for injured workers. I believe it’s important for a responsible government to strike a balance between the rights of workers and the needs of employers while always protecting the health and safety of workers. I am committed to making workplaces in B.C. the safest in the country and with these changes, we are taking important steps to do just that.
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Vernon North Okanagan 2020-08-18 06:48 PDT File # 2020-14746 The recent heat wave has seen an increase in users of the many beautiful beaches in the area and a popular spot is the Okanagan Rail Trail to access the west side of Kalamalka Lake. On Sunday August 16th, 2020 at approximately 2pm, front line officers from the Vernon North Okanagan Detachment responded to a report of a man behaving erratically near the 3 km marker. The witness was concerned because the man was acting inappropriately and many families with young children were using the trail. Our officers located the man in the bushes and confirmed the observations of the witness. said
Corporal Tania Finn, Media Relations Officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP, The man was found committing an indecent act and was arrested. A 32 year old man from Lake Country is facing charges of indecent acts contrary to section 173(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada. He was released from custody in order to appear in court at a later date.
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Framework Gives Renters Until July 2021 To Repay Arrears VICTORIA - Details on the new repayment framework for renters with outstanding rent from April to August 2020 are available on the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) website, with the moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent ending ahead of Sept. 1. As announced on July 16, renters will be expected to pay rent in full on Sept. 1, 2020, as the moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent will end on Aug. 18. Renters in arrears from rent due during the specified period of March 18 to Aug. 17 will have until at least July 2021 to pay back any rent they owe, with the first repayments not starting until October at the earliest. The rental framework will protect renters by ensuring they cannot be evicted for a missed or late rent payment from March 18 to Aug. 17, unless a renter defaults on their repayment plan. The terms of the repayment plan must include: • amount of outstanding rent; • start date of the repayment plan; • amount of each instalment; and • dates for each instalment. The repayment instalments must begin at least 30 days after the date the plan is given by the landlord to the renter. It also must give renters until July 2021 for the final repayments to be made, unless the landlord and renter agree to a longer period. Similarly, while
it will be paid in equal instalments, renters and landlords have the option of agreeing to smaller amounts being paid each month in the beginning of the repayment process. Each monthly instalment must be paid on the same date the rent is due. For example, if a repayment plan is delivered to the renter on Aug. 29 and rent is due on the first of each month, the first instalment is due Oct. 1, 2020. To further support renters at this time, the Province is continuing to temporarily prohibit landlords from charging rent increases until December 2020. A renter who has been issued a notice of rent increase for an earlier date should not pay the increase and continue to pay their current amount until then. The Temporary Rental Supplement also remains available to people until Aug. 31, 2020. To date, the supplement has assisted more than 86,000 households with paying their rent during the pandemic. Renters who are still experiencing a loss of income may also be eligible for either the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) or the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) programs, which provide ongoing rental subsidies for low- and moderate-income families and seniors. Details on these programs are available through BC Housing at 604 433-2218 or toll-free from anywhere in B.C. at 1 800 257-7756.
B.C. Creates New Infrastructure Program For Arts And Culture Venues
To help improve spaces for artists and cultural activities, organizations can get support through the new $2-million Arts Infrastructure Program. “Arts and culture venues are crucial for a thriving sector, but the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted them deeply,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. “Supporting dedicated arts and culture spaces is a priority for our government, and this investment will help make sure people can access art and culture throughout B.C.” The BC Arts Council will administer the program. Arts and cultural organizations, including Indigenous groups, will be eligible for up to $75,000 to improve arts and culture spaces or $40,000 to buy special equipment to support art programming. “Arts and culture groups operate vital spaces in our communities and they need support to upgrade their facilities,” said Susan Jackson, chair, BC Arts Council. “I am delighted that arts and cultural groups
from around the province, including those from equity-seeking, regional and Indigenous communities, will have the opportunity to enhance their existing spaces – whether that’s building new spaces for sharing traditional knowledge, expanding exhibition areas or acquiring equipment to share work digitally.” This investment in the new program will help the arts and culture sector enhance existing spaces. It will also support economic activity and social vitality in communities throughout British Columbia. The Arts Infrastructure Program is part of the BC Arts Council’s record-level funding. Applications will be open from Monday, Aug. 17 to Oct. 19, 2020. Learn More: Apply for a grant through the Arts Infrastructure Program: https://www.bcartscouncil.ca/program/ arts-infrastructure-program/
Learn More: Information about changes to B.C.'s tenancy laws during COVID-19 can be found here: https://www2. gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/residential-tenancies/covid-19 Download the repayment plan template: https:// www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/housing-and-tenancy/ residential-tenancies/forms/rtb14.pdf For information about RAP and SAFER, visit: https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-financial-aid-for-home-modifications
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Pierre Louis(Lou) Romailler passed away peacefully at home Monday August 10, at the age of 81, after losing a short battle with brain cancer. Born June 13, 1939, Lou grew up in Kamloops, BC then spent his later teens and early twenties in Prince George, BC. In the 60s he came back to the Lumby area where he met Eleanor Sande, he married her only 3 months later and enjoyed the next 54 years with the love of his life. He spent most of those years doing the job he loved as an owner operator, hauling logs. He is survived by his wife Eleanor his sons Tony, Tory(Tara), Peter(Erin), and daughter Amber(Terry Kineshanko), his sisters Ann, Adeline and Chris. He was predeceased by his sons Todd and Aeron and his brothers Jon, Bernard, and Boyd. He was loved by his grandchildren Tyler, Emily, Jordan, Peter ,Jenna, Josh, Nathan, Hayden, his great grandson Logan and numerous nieces and nephews. Due to COVID-19 restrictions a small gathering of immediate family will be held.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Public Hearing that was to be held on August 17, 2020 for the following Bylaws has been re-scheduled. The re-scheduled Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Lumby Village Hall, 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, B.C. on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 6:00 pm to hear representations on the following matters: VILLAGE OF LUMBY OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 849, 2020 AND VILLAGE OF LUMBY ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 850, 2020 Bylaw No. 849 proposes to amend the Official Community Plan map marked Schedule “B”, attached to and forming part of the Village of Lumby Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 761, 2014 by changing the designation of the property legally described as Lot A, DL 308, ODYD, Plan 35201 and located at Shuswap Avenue from Mobile Home Park to Residential Medium Density. Bylaw No. 850 proposes to change the zoning of the same property on Schedule “A” of the Village of Lumby Zoning Bylaw No. 750, 2012 from the Residential Manufactured Home Park [R.5] Zone to the Residential Multiple Family [R.3] Zone. If successful in rezoning the property, the applicant proposes to develop four residential four-plex buildings and one threestorey building for a total of 36 residential dwelling units. If you believe that your interest in property is affected by these Bylaws, you will be afforded an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above Bylaws. Due to social distancing and Work Safe BC requirements related to COVID-19, the Village of Lumby will be receiving written and verbal submissions as follows: Written submissions: - via email at info@lumby.ca; - via regular mail at 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, BC, V0E 2G0; - dropped off at the Village office, 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, BC. All written submissions should identify “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 849 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 850 – Public Hearing Request.” as the subject of the submission. Verbal submissions: - Via electronic attendance. To request an invitation to attend the Public Hearing electronically, please send an email to info@lumby.ca and identify the subject as “OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 849 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 850 – Public Hearing Request.” Please include your name, address, phone number and email address. You will be required to sign in and will be called into the meeting. The Chair will advise when it is your turn to speak. - Via in-person attendance. If electronic attendance is not an option, the Village will accommodate physical attendance. If you wish to attend inperson, please contact and advise the Village at 250-547-2171. If there is a large number of in-person attendees, Council may recess the Public Hearing to a different venue on a different date. Copies of the proposed Bylaws may be inspected at the office of the Village of Lumby between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the Bylaws can also be viewed on the agenda package of the September 1, 2020 Regular Council Meeting which can be found under the Municipal Hall section of the Village’s website at www.lumby.ca. If you have any questions, please call Marnie Skobalski of the Planning Department at (250) 550-3737. NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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If you have children who are start- erything they need ahead of time. ing school soon, they’re probably a bit nervous. Here are four tips to ease their 3. Project calm and confidence On the first day of school, it’s imperworries. ative to not let your nervousness show. If you’re worried, your child will like1. Address their concerns Don’t shy away from the subject. ly pick up on it and start worrying too. Tell children what to expect and be Smile and try to remain upbeat. sure to highlight the positives of going to school, such as making new friends. 4. Don’t be overprotective Above all, encourage them to come to Remember that your children will you with any questions. have to socialize with their classmates by themselves, so make sure you don’t 2. Make sure they’re prepared hover. That said, don’t just leave as soon The school will send you a list of sup- as their back is turned. Notify your chilplies your child is going to need through- dren before you leave, but avoid drawing out the year. Avoid waiting until the last out the goodbyes. minute to purchase items. Even if you When your kids get home from school, don’t think your child will use them make sure to have a snack prepared and right away, it’ll be easier if they have ev- be ready to discuss their first day.
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risk of transmission or outbreak. • These guidelines were created in collaboration with all education partners, including teachers, parents, support staff, school leaders, trustees and Indigenous rightsholders. School districts will communicate further details throughout the summer regarding schedules, learning groups and plans to parents, students and school staff, and will be posted online by the district by Aug. 26, 2020.
made up of a single class of students or multiple classes of students. Learning groups will sometimes join for activities like physical education or music, or they may be secondary students taking the same courses. More information on learning groups, including examples can be found online: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/ gov/content/education-training/k-12/covid-19-return-to-school The Province is providing an additional $45.6 mil- Assessments lion to school districts for enhanced cleaning, hand- • Ensure activities, assignments and assessments are Learn More: washing stations, reusable masks and other safety accessible to all students and families, as approFor more info on back-to-school plans, learning measures. priate for any in-class, remote or blended (hybrid) groups and health and safety guidelines visit: http:// The following expectations are also part of the learning. gov.bc.ca/covid19returntoschool guidelines for school boards and independent author- • School districts must meet the requirements of 1 Ton Dump Truck • Backhoe, ities as they finalize their back-to-school plans: British Columbia's Student Reporting Policy, which allows significant flexibility for schools and Snow Plowing • Landscaping, Mental health school districts regarding the content and format Back Filling• Debris Removal • Regular monitoring and assessment will review of report cards. how changes to the delivery of education impact mental and emotional well-being of students and Grad program staff. • In situations where in-class instruction is being FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED supplemented with self-directed or remote learnMike Leach Child care ing, the focus should remain on ensuring students • School districts are to work with on-site beforeare making progress toward completing the gradand after-school child care providers to support uation requirements. learning groups staying together where possible. • This may include further consideration of the flexible options available to students to satisfy gradu4 Interior Sizes Available Inclusive education ation requirements, so students who are unable to Secure Outdoor Compound • Students who require more support in school participate fully in self-directed or remote learning must have full-time, in-class instruction available are not disadvantaged. Easy Highway Access without any delays. • Students who need to stay at home because they Indigenous students and families are immunocompromised should have an at-home • Boards must ensure Indigenous rightsholders are learning plan and be provided with an educational engaged in meaningful consultation and school 5 Minutes West of Lumby program by their school district. boards will need to work directly with First Na• Education assistants should continue to support tions to develop plans for any Indigenous students students and teachers, including if classes move to living on-reserve and attending public school. remote learning or online. • Boards must also work with Métis Nation for • Children and youth in care should have priority plans for Métis students attending public/indeaccess to technology, child care, in-class instrucpendent schools. tion and additional supports. • Boards are to identify Indigenous students whose educational outcomes may have been negatively Blended learning impacted during in-class suspension, with support • In some schools, it may not be possible to have planned and prioritized. people stay in their learning group or physically distance on a full-time basis. Food and meal plans for students in need • For these schools, districts are looking at a variety • Services and supports to continue - including if inome own nD ee of options to maximize in-class learning for their class learning is suspended because of an increased
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Tasks include: • Researching funding sources for new and ongoing arts and culture activities; preparing grant applications in conjunction with the board • Maintaining correspondence, mailing and membership lists; maintaining records; bank deposits • Working cooperatively with the Village Gallery subcommittee of the Monashee Arts Council • Maintaining a regular Monashee Arts Council presence in print and social media including website; writing articles, proofreading articles; competency with social media, and word processing essential • Assembling a monthly newsletter to members; • Assisting the board in the preparation of an annual budget to support the implementation of the Arts and Culture Master Plan Goals. • Assisting the board in developing and supporting arts and cultural programming for youth and adult members of the community. The position starts August 26th. Deadline for applications is Tuesday August 25 noon. Applications can be dropped off at the Village Gallery between 10 and 4pm Mon to Saturday. or by email to monasheeartscouncil@gmail.com References will be required
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