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CITY OF NELSON NEWS • NOVEMBER 5, 2008 Phone: 352-5511 • Fax: 352-2131 • website: www.nelson.ca

Mailing Address: Suite 101, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 • email: info@nelson.ca

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AN OVERVIEW OF NELSON’S BLUE BAG RECYCLING PROGRAM HISTORY The City of Nelson and the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) have worked for years to make curbside recycling in Nelson a reality. Both adopted a Zero Waste Action Plan in 2005 which outlines various policies and programs that can be used to divert waste from going to landfills. The ultimate goal is to have zero waste going to landfills and recycling is a key component.

In 2005, Nelson City Council and the RDCK implemented two recycling pilot programs that lasted three months each. One of the pilots by the City of Nelson was a curbside blue box collection program in Rosemont. According to the Recycling Collection Pilot Report, 82% of Rosemont residents participated, a figure that impressed councillors and residents alike. The other pilot program involved locating large blue recycling bins, also known as ‘igloos,’ behind Safeway in Fairview. The City of Nelson collected the recyclables and delivered them to the Nelson Transfer Station. The RDCK then transported the material to the processing facility. The current blue bag program is managed in the same manner.

After analyzing the successes and challenges of the pilot programs, the report recommended that the City of Nelson move forward with a blue bag curbside pickup program.

WHY THE BLUE BAG PROGRAM WAS CHOSEN Nelson’s blue bag recycling program began June 16, 2008. Around that time the Baker Street recycling depot (near A&W), which was operated by the RDCK since its beginnings in the late 1990’s, was closed. The site was on land owned by the CPR and the lease on the site had expired.

Numerous problems plagued the site. Reviews of the amount of materials at the Baker Street depot revealed that a fair number of Nelsonites were not recycling, perhaps due to the inconvenience of sorting and delivering recyclables to the site. Cardboard and paper were sometimes damaged by rain rendering the material unrecyclable. The igloos were often used as garbage disposal bins, which contaminated recyclable materials. Contaminated materials end up in the landfill, which defeats a main goal of recycling and the Zero Waste Action Plan – to divert waste materials from the landfill.

The blue bag program addresses these issues and was chosen in hopes of increasing recycling participation. It also eliminates the majority of sorting and provides pick up for residents. The program works to protect materials from the elements, reduces litter and allows for easy handling and inspection of materials.

WHAT CAN GO INTO THE BLUE BAGS? Mixed paper, food and beverage cans, cardboard, newspaper and plastics with the mobius loop numbered 1,2,4,5 and 7.

FROM YOUR CURB TO THE NELSON TRANSFER STATION The blue bags are collected by the City of Nelson along with garbage every two weeks as part of the regularly scheduled runs. No extra fuel is needed to collect the blue bags. The bags are then taken to the Nelson Transfer Station at 70 Lakeside Drive where they are compacted and transported to the sorting facility in Cranbrook.

FROM THE NELSON TRANSFER STATION TO CRANBROOK Previously, the materials from the Baker Street recycling depot were hauled to Trail for preliminary sorting and then on to Kelowna. Seeing as how there is no sorting facility in Nelson large enough to handle the volume of recyclables in the blue bag program, the RDCK looked for another facility large enough to handle the materials. A Request for Quotation was issued and the RDCK determined

by Elliot Robins that transporting the compacted material to Cranbrook was a more cost-effective option than Kelowna.

Under the blue bag program, the materials are hauled from the Nelson Transfer Station by South East Contracting in Cranbrook. The contract between the RDCK and South East Contracting is for $1,100 per trip for about seventy trips a year. A tandem axel roll-off style truck and tandem axel trailer comes from Cranbrook to Nelson and takes the compacted recyclable materials back to South Sky Recycling in Cranbrook.“At this point, it’s about once a week,” said South East Contracting owner Hal Anderson. “All the bags go into a compactor at the Nelson Transfer Station. When that gets full, they contact us.”

The materials are hauled to South Sky Recycling in Cranbrook. The contract between them and the RDCK is for $75/tonne. “We do all of the recycling for the Regional District of East Kootenay,” said South Sky owner Bob Hockley.

“When materials arrive, they all get put on a conveyor belt and are sorted. Then they are baled and shipped to market.” Newspaper, steel and most of the plastic that comes into Hockley’s facility goes to Spokane. “Most cardboard goes to Tacoma, Washington, right to the plant, but most recyclables go to Spokane,” Hockley said. “Paper and cardboard go directly to factory.”

Nelson residents have expressed concerns about the blue bags and their environmental impact, but Hockley confirmed that they are put to use. “The plastic bags are recyclable,” he said. “They go to Spokane.”

All of Nelson’s recyclables arrive at Hockley’s facility in blue bags, whereas with blue box programs, all recyclables are put into a truck as they are and are then dropped at the chosen facility. Hockely encourages Nelson’s blue bag users to utilize the program as it was intended. “A lot of people in Nelson are putting too much garbage in them,” Hockley said.

FROM SPOKANE RECYCLING TO POINTS BEYOND The newspaper shipped from Hockley’s facility arrives in Spokane and goes no further. “It goes to a newspaper mill here in Spokane,” said Spokane Recycling buyer Rich Steele. The steel sent to Spokane is shipped to Seattle and melted down into rebar or flatstick.

“Plastic, depending on the grade, is sent to Portland or the Vancouver area where it is turned back into resin to be remoulded,” Steele said. Plastic bags are sent to Nevada. They’re used in composite lumber,” Steele said. “It’s lumber that is a combination of sawdust and plastic [polyethylene].” The lumber is used by Trex, an American company that manufactures decking, railing and fencing products.

SOME EARLY NUMBERS Jon Isfeld, Site Operations Technician for the RDCK, has indicated that between June 16 and September 10, 2008, 22 loads have been picked up from the Nelson Transfer Station and taken to Cranbrook. The loads have averaged 7,000 kg each.

Numbers from City of Nelson, Director of Operations, Peter Hartridge, show that 100,017 kg of recyclables were collected from June 18 to September 14, 2008.

GARBAGE & BLUE BAG RECYCLING Residents are reminded of the following: • Blue bags MUST NOT contain glass.

• Cardboard can be no larger than 26” x 38” and either be placed in the blue bag or bundled, tied together and placed next to the blue bag.

• Garbage and recycling must be out by 7:00 am on the designated day.

PUBLIC WORKS Cottonwood Creek Storm Water Improvement Project The City of Nelson, working in conjunction with the Cottonwood Creek Restoration Committee, is currently installing three specialty storm water treatment manholes in an effort to keep Cottonwood Creek clean. The manholes remove finer sediment, particles, surface oil, and debris from urban runoff prior to discharge to Cottonwood Creek. The chosen locations are Robertson Avenue near Vancouver Street, West Richards Street at Hall Mines Road, and Falls Street at Innes Street. The criteria used to select the best locations is the size of the drainage basin as well as the amount of sediment loading within that basin.

The higher sections of town are typically sanded heavier and therefore put larger sediment loads into the storm water system in the spring. The City secured grant funding for this project through the General Strategic Priorities Fund and Innovations Fund. The project is fully funded by the Federal and Provincial Governments.

Water Main Flushing Program The City of Nelson Utilities Department is currently working on their Water Main Flushing Program. The work should take approximately four weeks. The

flushing is done to dislodge and remove any built-up sediment in the pipes. This will improve water quality and fire flow capability. Residents are advised when City utility crews are working in the neighbourhood that their water may be discoloured or have air bubbles. If this occurs, residents can let their water run until it clears. If it doesn’t clear in a reasonable amount of time, residents should call the Public Works Department at 250-352-8238. Nelson residents on a dialysis machine should call us at the same number and the crews will work to accommodate the resident. Larger facilities will be contacted prior to work being done in their area. We apologize for any inconvenience this work may cause.

Leaf Removal Program Public Works crews have been working on a program of leaf removal throughout the City. Please rake your boulevard leaves to the curb – do not place in piles or bag them. Once they are ready for pickup please call 352-8228 or 352-8238 and they will be scheduled for pick up. We are asking residents to assist our sweeping and leaf-removal crews by parking their vehicles on the odd numbered side of the streets on odd days and on the even numbered side of the street on even days.

NOTICE OF REMEMBERANCE DAY HOLIDAY CLOSURES • City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed: Tuesday, November 11 • Nelson Transit . . . . . . . . . . . . No transit service Tuesday, November 11

• Nelson Municipal Library . . . Closed: Tuesday, November 11 • Public Works Complex . . . . . Closed: Tuesday, November 11

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Despite claims at candidates’ forum, barite crushing plant still planned for CP lands

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by Chris Shepherd

The barite crushing plant planned for Canadian Pacific lands in Nelson is still in the works, despite what was said at a recent candidates’ debate.

At the forum on Thursday, Oct. 30, candidates were asked how they would stop the barite crushing plant.

In December 2007 it came to light that Arrow Reload Systems was going to build the plant on a section of CP lands. The questioner raised concerns about environmental and ÊÊ" Ê>ÃÊ ÃÊ­/iÝÌÊV ÀÀiVÌ¶Ê ià } ÊÃ>Ì Ãv>VÌ ÀÞ¶Ê*À ViÊ>VVi«Ì>L i¶® health impacts of the plant.

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“That just happened two weeks On the night of candidates’ for Arrow Reload Systems, said forum, some speakers said the city the project was still going ahead, ago,” Mather said.

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should fight the project.

David Aaron, candidate for mayor, said the project wasn’t welcome in Nelson and would prove bad news for the local economy, raising the spectre of toxic pollution from the plant.

“Tourists welcome to Nelson.

Just watch out for the barite toxic rain and dust.”

Mather said dust would not be a problem.

“That has been addressed in the design,” Mather said. “The plan is to have all the crushing inside.”

Mather said the only area of concern is where the material would be stored.

“If it sat outside in the sun for a long period of time, and it was windy, we could get some dusting.

We could address that by misting the stockpile.”

Speaking a few days after the forum, Dooley said he was confident regulations and oversightfrom organizations like Workers’ Compensation Board to the Ministry of Environment would ensure the project was safe for Nelson.

Looking at the best-case scenario, Mather said work on the plant could begin early spring in 2009.

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knowledge of how he had cleared the six-foot barrier.

He declined to speak of the events in Europe that caused his trauma.

When we pledge “to remember,” along with those who died, we must recall those who came home damaged in mind and/or in body, who did their best to put the past behind and forge ahead to help build a better Canada.

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Spreading the revolution one glass at a time

Home Front

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Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Dale Olinyk

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HOMES & GARDENS

A primer for first-time homeowners

Wine Revolutions owner wants to expand people’s wine sensibilities through education and fun Wine is more than just a beverage to Suzie Dwyer. For the owner of Wine Revolutions, wine can heighten a person’s enjoyment of a meal and compliment the flavours that make up a dish.

Pairing the right wine with a meal (or vice versa) is almost an artistic expression, Dwyer says.

“You’re creating the sensations and everyone will sense something different.”

Dwyer wants to spread that knowledge with Wine Revolutions and the education can take many forms.

First, restaurants can bring her into the teach management and staff about the subtleties of wine.

“With the wrong food, a wine can taste, metallic and you’ll think its off,” Dwyer says. “But with a different meal it will be outstanding.”

Teaching servers about wine improves the customers’ experience, says Dwyer, which in turn can lead to happier diners and hopefully better tips for the servers.

Dwyer can also teach people on a more personal level. She’ll soon offer wine seminars in Nelson, hosting events where people can learn about the

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We have just purchased our first home.

What do we need to do for maintenance and upkeep of the building?

Whether this is your first or tenth, home maintenance or upkeep is very important. It is generally more cost effective to be proactive than reactive to building issues with regular maintenance, and it may prolong the life of components or systems of your home.

You should be aware of the location of shut-

off and disconnect valves and switches such as: the main water shutoff valve, main gas shutoff valve, and your main electrical disconnect switch.

At the exterior of the building you should ensure that the ground has a positive slope away from the foundation and that all gutter downspouts have leaders installed to direct water away from your foundation to help avoid basement/crawlspace moisture issues.

If you do not own a fire extinguisher you should purchase one.

Every two months you should inspect the fire extinguisher gauge to verify that it is fully charged, and if it is a “dry chemical” type you should invert it and give it a tap with your hand to ensure the “dry chemical” inside does not solidify so it is ready to use if needed.

Here is a list of some general maintenance tips that you can perform at your home:

A checklist for keeping your home safe and sound EVERY 6 MONTHS

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Above, Suzie Dwyer hopes to introduce Nelsonites to the many ways wine and food can combine to create an amazing taste experience. Below, the wine that started her down the road of learning and teaching about wine.

types of wine from different regions of the world (the “new world” wines from the Americas versus “old world” wines from Europe for example) or how to pair wine and food

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Dwyer also runs private parties for groups of eight or more people. For these events, Dwyer can organize catering and the wine or the host can let her know what’s for dinner and Dwyer will bring wines to compliment the meal.

“I bring the tasting room to your living room,” Dwyer says.

Her own interest in wine started when she travelled around California with friends, including one who was training to be a sommelier (a wine expert).

“My palate started opening up. At first it all tasted great but I started tasting different flavours in the wine.

Dwyer still has a bottle of the wine that she halfjokingly calls her epiphany wine. The zinfandel isn’t the best she’s tasted but she still remembers realizing there was more to wine when she tried that 2001 Limerick Lane.

People or businesses that want to have their own wine epiphany can call Dwyer at (250) 5058142.

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Briefly Manifesting in a recession economy

• Test and replace batteries in smoke alarms • Clean and inspect gutter system • Inspect exterior flashings and caulking • Clean and inspect chimney flues of wood burning appliances (this may require more frequent cleaning depending on your burning habits) • Test sump pump for operation • Inspect/test plumbing system such as faucets, traps, shut-off valves, and connections for leakage • Check for signs of moisture in your basement/ crawlspace • Clean and lubricate window and door hardware • Clean/replace furnace filter • Clean bathroom and kitchen fan grilles • Inspect hot water tank

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Starts Tuesday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m. at 119 Morgan St. and runs for six weeks Manifesting for the future is as simple as looking no further than your doorstep. Based on common Keen to click sense, the ancient art of placement January 2009, specific date yet to be and sound interior design, this six determined session series will take participants Love \Ê , 2 Play Dog Sports // / " is offerthrough a step-by-step evaluation ing an eight-week session focussing of their interiors. Inspired À \Ê/ Ê 8*, --Ê action on helping participants reach their * i\ÊÎx{ Î £ä within homes creates a climate for goals by using a method called clickrenewed abundance and manifesta >Ý\ÊÎxÓ xäÇx er training. This method is based on tion, says M. Charlyne Chiasson, the science of animal behavioural who will run the sessions. psychology and uses a “click” sound ÃÃÕiÊ`>ÌiÃ\Ê-i«ÌÊÓ{Ê Ê iV棂 Chiasson is an interior designer which tells the dog exactly when / ÃÊ>`\Êthey ÛÊx and feng shui consultant. are doing the right thing.

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Instructor Jeanne Shaw has been training her dogs and helping other people with their dogs for the past seven years.

Classes are for all breeds and ages of dogs and are held at both Blewett School and All-Play Day Care. Class size is kept small so that dogs and handlers receive a lot of one-on-one support. The cost for eight 90-minute classes is $120.

For more information and to register call Jeanne at (250 359-6650 or Glenda at (250) 352-2542.

This is not a comprehensive list and you may have different systems or components in your

home, which you will need to add or delete from this list but it gives you the basics to look for.

Good luck with your new home and welcome to home ownership.

Bill, Paul and Dale are building consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson. Send questions to express@expressnews.bc.ca. Archived copies of Home Front can be found at www.lynchinspection.com.

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The Express has been publishing in the West Kootenays for the past 20 years. Pictured are a few of the staff including Laura Duncan, fron left, Kim Pearl, Nelson Becker, Chris Shepherd, back left, and Stephanie LeClair.

Express turns 20 One of the few independent papers in B.C. still going strong

by Chris Shepherd It was 20 years ago, November 1988, that the Express newspaper’s first incarnation, What’s On magazine, hit the stands. Printed with the intent of letting people know about the many different things happening in the community, the Express has continued that tradition for 20 successful years as of this month.

Nelson Becker started What’s On, which became the Express two years later, as a way to connect the different social circles in Nelson.

Twenty years ago Nelson was considered a sleepy town, Becker recalls, yet he knew that wasn’t the case.

“I traveled in a lot of different circles and saw all these events going on but people weren’t letting each other know about them.”

What’s On started as a calendar that gave space to every event in town, whether it was a music performance, a play or a meeting about social issues.

“I wanted What’s On, and later the Express, to be a motivation to action.”

Becker hoped people reading the magazine would learn something, get out on the town and enjoy them-

selves more because of what they read.

The focus shifted, slightly, when the publication made the shift from monthly magazine to weekly newspaper.

Aside from more deadlines the shift to a weekly paper meant giving readers information that would help them navigate the world.

“It became not only about reporting events, but reporting news that would help people make economic, political and social decisions.”

When Becker started What’s On, most community papers in the B.C. Interior were independent. Today there are 115 community papers and only 10 can boast their independence. The remaining publications belong to one of the chains that dominate the newspaper industry.

Becker is proud to count himself among the independents. Being an independent newspaper means that when someone stops Becker on the street to talk, they know they’re talking with the man who has final say about the paper.

The public deserves that kind of access to the newspaper, Becker says. As an independent, the Express also gives a valuable outlet for the

region’s organizations and thinkers to have a voice.

Every story, column and press release is created by people who call the West Kootenay home.

Becker started the What’s On from his livingroom in one of the apartments at 554 Ward St. Two years later, around the time the magazine morphed into the newspaper, Becker moved the businesses into the ground floor office the paper is found at now.

What’s On’s staff of two (including Becker) has grown to 11 full-time and part-time employees and the paper is delivered to every home in the West Kootenays from Ainsworth down the lake to Nelson, up to Ymir, along the highway to Playmor Junction and up to Slocan City.

Becker credits the success of the Express to the past and present employees who have worked at the paper.

The community’s participation in the Express has been the other invaluable contribution, Becker says.

“If the community feels they have access to me and feel they can talk to me and get something in the Express, it’s been successful.”

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Technology and clothing allowance among perks added to council’s compensation package

by Chris Shepherd They knew it wouldn’t be popular, but council agreed with the recommendation that the next council get a raise.

The independent committee made up of Jim Reimer (a Nelson pastor), Doug Stoddard (CEO of the Nelson and District Credit Union) and George Millar (a Nelson resident) made the recommendation at council’s Monday, Nov. 3 meeting, their last regular meeting before the Saturday, Nov. 15 elections.

Reimer said Nelson’s councillors have many responsibilities that cover policing, fire protection and hydro and that Nelson has the unique position of “having regional influence as determined by both federal and provincial governments.”

To fairly compensate the mayor and councillors, the committee recommended increases for all positions.

The increases include straight forward pay raises and a new technology and clothing allowance.

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Mayor $31,500 Chair of police board 0 Technology/clothes 0 Total Councillor $12,500 Technology/clothes 0 Total 12 per cent increase (from $12,500 to $14,000) while the mayor will recieve a three per cent increase (from $31,500 to $32,445).

On top of the increased salaries, representatives will get money for new clothes, cell phones or computers to do their work. Councillors will get $1,000 and the mayor $2,000.

The mayor will also receive $2,000 for chairing the police board, compensation new to this package.

The committee reviewed compensation from similar communities across B.C. to come up with their recommendations. The technology and clothing allowance was a new one, Reimer said, noting they could only find

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one other community that gave a technology allowance and none that gave a clothing allowance.

Reimer said the rational for the allowance was that the elected officials often represent the community abroad. They need to be well dressed and able to stay in touch with home, City Hall, and their existing jobs.

The new package will also allow councillors to join the City’s health care program if they want and cover lost wages at a rate of $120 a day for a maximum of 20 days for the mayor and 10 days for councillors.

The councillors showed some discomfort at the notion of the allowances

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“I’m sure we’ll get our customary public flogging,” said Councillor Ian Mason.

Coun. Gord McAdams expressed the most hesitation and was uncomfortable with the proposed $85 per diem for when council was on the road.

That recommendation was eventually pulled in favour of the City staff policy, which gives workers $70.

The committee also recommended compensation increase three per cent each year for three years to bring compensation up to the provincial average. After that, the committee suggested compensation increase according to inflation.

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Happy medium for park Playing field, bike park and nature trails approved for Art Gibbon Park

by Chris Shepherd Council admitted it isn’t the perfect solution, but the plan they approved for Art Gibbon Park in Rosemont has something for everyone, they say.

Council gave their blessing to a plan that will create a playing field, bike park and expanded walking trail in the park off of West Richards Street at their Monday, Nov. 3 council meeting.

“I think they have come up with something that may not fit everyone’s ideal but accommodates everyone,” said Councillor Ian Mason.

The plan was developed by the Kiwanis Club and City staff after a series of community meetings held this summer. The final plan will leave much of the park as is and create a children’s playground, 3,200 square metre (34,368 square foot) field and a bike park.

The bike park will be tucked away in the park’s south-east corner and will cover 4,366 square metres (44,000 square feet).

The remaining 38,788 square metres (417,510 square feet) will be a forest park. The existing leisure trail will remain and extended to go around

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Plans also call for one parking lot at the end of West Beasley Street.

The City will also take out some trees to reduce the potential for a forest fire to start and burn out of control.

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Kozak assured Mason and the rest of council her only goal was to certain the health of the park was looked after.

Council’s decision will be a welcome one to the Nelson Cycling Club, John Krebs said after the plan was passed. His wife sits on the club’s board of directors and he attended the meeting for the club.

Krebs, a mountain biker himself, said the park will be a popular draw for youth in the area.

The club will finance the bike park and build jumps and other features in the fenced-off area.

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Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM) $500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660.

NEED HELP WITH fall/pre-Christmas cleaning? House keeper available (Nelson only). Years of experience, excellent references. I supply cleaning materials (eco-friendly). Please call Lo at 250-354-1591 CHRISTMAS WINE!! MAKE sure your order is in before November 8. Hurry, hurry! Art Of Brewing, 614 Railway Street 352-3711 KO O T E N AY CLEAN HOUSEKEEPING. Offering experienced, caring and personal service in Blewett and Nelson. Rachel 352-0133 MONUMENTAL Stone Works Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and re-highlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 354-0988

DEBT STRESS? Consolidate & lower payments by 30-40%. End those phone calls & the worry. Avoid bankruptcy. Contact us for a no-cost consultation. Online: www.mydebtsolution. com or toll-free 1-877-556-3500.

TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612.

DOMESTIC DIVAS is here with quality insured services. Animal care, artwork, baking, bodywork, catering, childcare, construction, clean-up, deliveries, errands, housecleaning, home organizing, landscaping, painting, reception, sewing repairs, tile setting & design, yard clean-up. Call 505-4691.

Psychic Readings PSYCHIC READINGS WITH Rubiyah Ratna, BFA.,MFA., clairsentient, teacher and reader of energy and tarot cards. 30 years. 229-4042

Sports Equip.

CLIMBING EQUIPMENT, rope(new), harnesses(1 new, 1 used once), 2 repelling devices(new), 2 figure 8s.

Call 250-304-7433 PING PONG TABLE, fold up aluminum with wheels, net, paddles, balls, $75. 825-4256 158CM PRIOR SPLITBOARD w/ Voile Hardware, Used 3 times, $800.

157cm G3 Siren skis, $300. 352-0638 AT GEAR SALOMON Pocket Rockets w/fritschi bindings XL (10.513.5) incl.skins, bag, 250-226-7716 SKATE SKIS(190CM) $150, Solomon boots(11) $150 poles $100. top quality 250-354-7240 USED ATOMIC DOWNHILL skis+bindings poles. Approx. 5 ft. length. $35 352-6274. Dominique.

USED HOCKEY GEAR, everything except skates, Size M-L, used 6 times by woman. 359-6897 $150 SCARPA T2 TELEMARK Boots.

Size 11-12. Good condition. $200.

250-354-0323

Work Wanted RECENTLY MOVED TO Nelson.

Seeking position as Medical Assistant or Administrative Assistant. Contact Natasha natasha.ruether@gmail.com

Toys & Wheels Auto Financing

Cars

Cars

#1 IN CREDIT REBUILDING. Need a car, truck, van or SUV? Auto credit fast. Bad credit! No credit!

Bankruptcy! Repossession! No problem. Call today and drive away. Call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. Free delivery anywhere - www.autocreditfast.ca.

2000 VW JETTA TDI (diesel) 1996 TAURUS WAGON, NEEDS $10,500 call or email 250-355-0008 HEADGASKET ENGINE REPAIR, or kd@columbiawireless.ca runs, no rust, excellent winter tires $500 250-304-4731 2007 SUBARU WRX STI, 300hp, blue, 19,000km, the ulti2002 SATURN SL, manual, mate AWD sports car. Contact 185,000km, great commuter, no rust, bullit666@hotmail.com. $2500 obo, 226-6734.

LOOKING TO PURCHASE dependable winter vehicle should be winterized joelguay@yahoo.ca 2003 SKIDOO REV MXZ-X 800, 1998 IMPREZA WAGON - AWD, 1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE full 144” track, reverse, new cover & manual, air, cruise, manual,257k, load 118kms very clean $4100.00 more. Fun & Fast. $5000.00. 250good all round condition. $4200.

Call obo ph 352-7519 505-3497.

357-2119.

1990 DODGE SHADOW 132kms POLARIS 325 ATV 2x4, 156 hours, 1999 JETTA 188,000 KMS, newsusgreat shape $1800.00obo 352-7519 runs need some tlc. $1250 Phone: pension, accident-free, manual, great 250-551-0327 1993 DODGE CARAVAN Eric 551on gas! 4 winters+All Seasons 5900 1964 1983 YAMAHA SECA 650 Runs OBO 354-1350/551-0554 well, well maintained. Moving, must 2007 CHEV IMPALA LS, Very Clean, ‘92 COROLLA LE,RUNNING,GOOD sell $1200 obo Jon: 509-1506.

Low Mileage, Winter Tires on Rims, winters,new exhaust,some rust,drive 2005 POLARIS RMK 900 warranty $18,995.00. Ken 250-7702 or for parts? $500 obo. 250-352-3042 ÊÊÊ " Ê>ÃÊ ÃÊ­/iÝÌÊV ÀÀiVÌ¶Ê ià } ÊÃ>Ì Ãv>VÌ ÀÞ¶ÊÊ until Jan. 2009, 160hp, Phone for (messagge) 1999 SUBARU IMPREZA TS details. $7000 OBO (250)-359-6970 Ê Locks *À ViÊ>VVi«Ì>L i¶® 1993 DODGE CARRAVAN 150k Power & Windows. Very Clean, grandma owned.

Very nice shape no Roof Rack, $4800. Call Nathan 250rust new tires seats seven good on 505-5190 ÊÊÊ " ÊÜ Ì Ê Ìi`ÊV > }ià gas. 2500 obo 250-551-1964 1994 TOYOTA COROLLA Station 4 WINTER TIRES on rims, cooper 2000 VOLKS GOLF. 277,000 km, Wagon for sale. 251,500 km. Newer 155/80/13, $175.obo, 2 winter tires ÊÊÊ Ó `Ê*À vÊ,iµÕ Ài` great shape, excellent mileage, winter winter tires included. Good on gas, toyo observe 185/70/13, $100.obo tires, a/c, alarm. $4,800.

226-7832. good condition, great car. $2000 obo.

250-505-2192 1990 HONDA ACCORD EX-R. Call (250) 229-4482.

FOUR 265-75R16 WINTER tires, Clean, new radiator, timing belt and 1990 PONTIAC 6000. 173,000km.

80% tread, mounted on Chev factory muffler. $2,700 call/text 505-4298 - } i` 6-cyl.,well maintained, A/C, summer & 6 bolt mags. $500. 250-229-4238 1993 INFINITY J30 Good motor and winter tires. $1400 obo. 250-352-0137 FOUR NOKIAN HAWKKAPELITTA body. Needs transmission work. $500 Q155-13 tires on rims. 2 excellent 354-1777 $65 each, others less. 226-7682 VW JETTA ‘92, automatic transmisWINTER TIRES ON RIMS. sion, gas, 228,000 km, well main185/60R15. 90+% like new. Nokian tained, all records included, strong Hakkapeliita RSi, seiped. Asking engine, recently replaced transmis$695. 352-6268.

2005 GREY HONDA CIVIC sion, sun roof, ipod compatible stereo, SMALL SKIDDER, NEWLY rebuilt SPECIAL EDITION 4 Blizzak winter tires used for one winch, 4 chains included, ideal to season, asking $4200, 250-357-2677 Great shape. Amazing plow snow and get firewood. 250551-9275 gas mileage. 89,000kms.

1991 MAZDA MX6 needs brakes & front end work, have some parts, Warranty remaining. 5 speed SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key & washruns good, great body $300 firm. call ers (12x1.5mm), 1/2” deep, excellent manual. A/C. CD player.

250-352-1370 condition, $10, 365-3538 Full Thule rack with double 1994 ACURA INTEGRA red, ALLSEASON 235/75/15 TOYOTA locking snowboard rack. Set 218000kms, black interior, cd, 5-spd, rims $400, 6x9newspeakers $300, of all season tires included. runs excellent, winter tires, $3950 5x7newspeakers $150, Marine Amp $15,000. 352-0824 480m $150, OBO, 355-2777 // / " 250-352-7615 \Ê

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Tires/Parts/Other Trucks/SUVs/Vans Trucks/SUVs/Vans 4 COOPER 185-60R15, Weather Master, S/T 2 Winter tires. LIke new $350. Marty 250-354-4764 WANTED: WINTER tires for Jeep Grand Cherokee - 235 65 R17. Also want rims. 250-509-1212 MICHELIN ALPIN WINTER tires mounted on 15” Jeep wheels - 235/75 R15 - Used only 1 season 250-354-3444 15X7 AMERICAN RACING Polished Wheels. 5-spoke split style. 5 on 4.5 bolt pattern. $450, obo 505-3929 leave msg 3 YEAR OLD LM-22 Blizzaks 215/5516 on 06 Honda Accord steel rims $200.00 227-9108 or 352-3191.

4 185/65/14 WINTER tires/rims $150 4 205/40/17 tires on 6 alloy rims $400 (over $1000 new!) 250-825-9406 1986 TOYOTA 2WD parts truck and motor. Long box & body good, frame toast. $200 250-365-0065.

4 WINTERAX TIRES P2/5/70 R14 (96S) Tubeless Radial 705 Kg rating Used One Season $100 352.5325 MICHELLIN X-ICE SNOW TIRESOnly two months wear, bought wrong size. cost $775, asking $550.00. 250352-9977 SET OF FOUR winter tires 215-70-16 Used 2 winters, Lots of tread left.

Phone 352-6221

Trucks/SUVs/Vans ECONOMICAL DIESEL TOYOTA 4-Runner, 118,000 klms. Sacrifice, $9500 obo 250-505-5531 for more info and photos 1992 MPV 7 pass. 4WD, good winter tires, great skihill transport $2500 OBO. 250-352-6477 1993 CHEV 4 whdr pickup regular cab, good tires 242,000 km $1000 call 250-229-4301 88 F-250 6CYL, 5-speed on propane, out of fuel but runs, good body, $300 firm 250-352-1370

‘06 KIA SPORTAGE, new brakes, new summer tires, 75,000 kms remainder of warranty, 5-spd, 4-cly 250-358-7271 2003 SILVERADO EXTENDED cab, 4x4, 5.3L, new tires, brakes; canopy. excellent condition. 115000km. 229-2173 2001 FORD F150 4x4 XLT Automatic, Extended Cab with Canopy, Alloy Wheels, 250-505-5025 1989 DODGE RAM, runs great, will take any offer (was asking $1200) Must go now! 250-352-6701 1989 DODGE RAM, runs great, $1200 or will take any offer now - must go! 250-352-6701 1993 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 218000km, auto, well maintained, summers and winters, no rust. $7500 obo 250226-7619 2003 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4x4 Chilkoot ed. 80,000 km, loaded, good condition $11,500 OBO (250) 551-0927 1992 GMC JIMMY 4x4 new winter tires $2000 obo. call 355-0008 or email kd@columbiawireless.ca 98 RAM 1500 ext cab, 4x4, std, canopy, new winters 352-6387 93 GMC SONOMA 4.3L v6, std, 4x4, tons of new parts trucker.99@hotmail. com 2003 SILVERADO, LOADED, extended cab, canopy, 5.3L, 115,000km, new brakes, tires. $17,500. 250-229-2173 EXCELLENT CONDITION TEAL Blue Arrow High rise canopy, fits Ford F-150 shortbox. $650.00 OBO. 359-6981 2000 TOYOTA SIENNA CE van. Fully loaded, in good condition. 179,003 km Asking $8500 250-226-7519

1998 CHEVROLET XCAB longbox 2500 4x4 and 1999 Bigfoot Camper $18,000 OBO will separate 250-3552469 MAZDA PU 4X4 1991, 199,000km, super clean and maintained, excellent condition, full canopy, $5100, 505-5031 1995 F-150 4X4 New exhaust, all oils changed, 300 6cyl. 252,000km $2500. Ph: 250-226-7732 2000 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Limited, AWD, fully loaded, low kilometers, perfect mountain vehicle, $11,600. 551-1321 4 235/75R16 NOKIAN Vativa all season tires. Good aggressive tread for winter 60%. $275 250 354-3783 1984 VW VANAGON. Good Running Condition. $3495 obo. Please call 250-505-2015

Boats 14’ SAILBOAT FOR SALE. Great learner, ready to go. Can be beached. $750 250-502-2777 Mike.

1976 21FT CAMPION w/hard top, great boat, runs but need some tlc, w/trailer. $5500 #250-229-2144

Recreational 1970 FORD 250 camper special w/ 8’ cab-over camper, appliances work $1500 250-551-0884 elliot OVER 200 NEW & used motorhomes, diesel pushers, 5th wheels, trailers, vans, campers. Total RV Centre.

Special RV financing. Since 1984, Voyager RV - Hwy 97, Winfield BC. 1800-668-1447, www.VoyagerRV.ca.

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Ads accepted for buying, selling, giving, renting, lost & found, etc. All ads must have a phone number. One ad per phone number per week First 15 words are FREE, each additional word 25¢ • Deadline: Thursday noon.

Announcements AGM Friends of Nelson Elders In Care, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 13th.

Bethel Christian Centre, 623 Gordon Rd. Members & public welcome.

BALI YOGA RETREAT AND CULTURAL ADVENTURE FEB.23MARCH 7 2009. info-www.karunayoga.com or contact Karuna-- erickson@netidea - (250)229-4793 LEARN MORE ABOUT Michelle Mungall, the youngest candidate for the Nelson-Creston NDP nomination. www.michellemungall.com PINKY’S PET PARLOUR is now open at 536 Ward St, for all your dog grooming needs. Check out the fall peticure specials. #551-5501 BUCK BRANNAMAN Horsemanship Clinic, November 15 and 16, 2008, High River, Alberta. First ever clinic in Canada. Spectator ticket information at www.KeithStewart.ca. Call 403601-7370; Denice@KeithStewart.ca.

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A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PET FOOD BUSINESS - High quality cat/dog food. Excellent returns, exclusive territories. Information Call Julie Mutch Toll-Free 1-877-738-3287 Ext. 217 or (604) 518-7706, www. ripleesranch.com.

WORK AT HOME ONLINE - Start a real home-based business. Work when you want. Apply online and start today! www.wfhbc.com.

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n Memory of Sabina Brennenstuhl, daughter of Irmgard Kuroczik (predeceased).

She was born in Vancouver on January 2nd 1965 and died of natural causes in Vancouver on October 1st, 2008. She spent most of her childhood in Nelson. She is remembered by friends in Nelson and Vancouver and by relatives in Vancouver and Germany as an intelligent, talented, artistic woman who left us much too early at the age of 43. We remember her with affection, and we miss her very much.

Business Opportunities A POPULAR LOCALLY BASED INTERNET STORE importing and selling exquisite linens of modern and ancient wood block designs. This family run business, with local and international customers, provides both income and freedom to enjoy life in the Kootenays. Priced to sell $65K, includes sophisticated web, large customer base, and a warehouse room of stock. www.tamarind store.com Call 250, 352 9577 GET PAID TO DRINK! You heard right. Get paid to drink & share!

Newest greatest healthiest energy drink on the market! Looking for the sharpest most aggressive entrepreneurs 18 yrs & over. Call George 250-399-4349

Car Pool WANTED: RIDE TO VANCOUVER or Victoria. Dec 02. Share expenses.

Lee: 352-3870

Career Training TRAIN FOR A NEW CAREER in medical transcription. Train from home! Work from home! Contact CanScribe today for a free information package. 1-800-466-1535, www. canscribe.com, info@canscribe.com.

BECOME A WEDDING COORDINATOR with the IWPP online course. Includes full-colour lesson booklets, DVDs, practical assignments, personal tutoring, and business training. Free brochure. 1800-267-1829. www.qcweddingplanning.com.

BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT in 24 weeks at Granville Business College. Specializing in veterinary assistant diplomas for 15 years. Classes every 3 months. www. vet-assistant.com, 604-683-8850.

APARTMENT/CONDO Manager Course. Certified home-study training. 40 jobs currently registered! Thousands of grads working.

Government registered. 29 years of success. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

Children ARE YOU INTERESTED in doing childcare in your home?† The Childcare Resource and Referral (CCRR)†program can†support you.† For registration requirements and information call 250-352-0407 WANTED: BUMBO SEAT will buy any color. Please call 352-3235 if you are selling. Thanks!

GRACO TRAVEL PLAYPEN $40, Tough Traveler Baby/Toddler Backpack $60, both in excellent condition. 250-352-5210

DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING

Island Lake Lodge and Powder Cowboy Snowcat Skiing

The sales and marketing director will be responsible for establishing and directing the marketing and sales activities of Island Lake Resort Group including advertising and public relations.

Responsibilities: • • • •

Coordinate all Sales & Marketing activities Prepare and submit budgets, progress reports and annual sales reports Research competitors’ products/services Develop and conduct Sales & Marketing campaigns, as well as marketing and promotional plans • Assist to manage human resource functions e.g. hiring, training, performance reviews with the sales team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • A university degree or college diploma in business administration, marketing, communications, public relations, advertising or a related field is required • Previous supervisory or management experience in sales, marketing, public relations and/or the tourism industry is required • Knowledge of the product and competitive environment is required • Excellent communication & financial management skills • Strong network of connections is an asset

Children FP SENSORY MUSICAL Vibrating Bouncer $40; FP Deluxe Jumperoo $50; Graco Baby Einstein Swing $75; Graco Harmony Highchair $55; Safety 1st Fold-up Booster Seat $20; Baby Bjorn carrier (navy)$50. Photos & details emailed upon request.

250.509.1021 FISHER PRICE JOLLY jumper in own frame. Bought from sears. $75 825 0139 INFANT CARSEAT/BASE $40, Pack’n’play with bassinet and change table insert. $60 (250)352-0049 MIELE CHILD’S BIKE for sale. $55.

Barely used. Suitable for 3-5 year olds. Larry 505-5856 LOOKING FOR A French-speaking babysitter, occasional nights for two boys ages 1 & 3. Please call Sophie 250-505-5231

Christmas Craft Faires Exciting ‘New’ 14th Country Craft Faire. Hume Hotel Fri. Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sat. Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sun. Nov. 16, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone 352-5027. Admission $1.00. You can also join us for Tea and support Nelson & Area Friends of the Family $5 including Craft Faire admission.

BALFOUR HALL’S “ONE and Only” Christmas Craft Faire Saturday, November 15, 9AM to 2PM. Door Prizes! Free Admission! or food donation for Transition House. Information 250-229-5265

Computers NEW ACER SYSTEM with LCD $500 New parts, cables, software 250505-9292 HAVE AN EPSON C86 Printer? I have ink cartridges for free and some for cheap. 354-3793 WILL TRADE, LIKE NEW intel iMAC for mac laptop odymer@hotmail.com 250-265-3354 KASPERSKY 2009 ANTI-VIRUS ONE year installation $20 250-505-5583

Events HOLIDAY BAZAAR, NELSON United Church. Saturday November 15th 10am-12noon - muffins and coffee $3. 12:30pm-2:30pm - High Tea $4. Bake Table; holiday decorations; surprise boxes. Silica @ Josephine.

FRENCH PLAYGROUP STARTS November 5th at Francophone Association 723 Ward St. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of month: 11:15am 12:45pm.

Free HANDS-ON HEALING for pain and stress. Free drop-in sessions Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon. #210-507 Baker, Karen Logan 250-505-9748 23IN TV GOOD condition 10ft aluminum dish +reciever complete pack in good working condition 250-365-5608 FOR YOUR FREE Regal catalogue call Gail@250 352 4620 MOVING: RECLINER CHAIR, TV stand, bookcase, stroller, sofa bed, garden tools, car-top carrier, trike, 250-226-6860.

Furniture BEAUTIFUL SOLID MAPLE six drawer dresser (from Country Furniture). Cost $750, asking $500.

Call 354-4665.

HONEY FINISH WOOD crib in great condition. Only used for 1 child. $50.00 250.509.0767 or 250.352.0720

Furniture

Help Wanted

Lost & Found

FOR SALE. WOODEN baby crib with mattress. $50.00 OBO. 250-3520716. Mornings, or after 6pm. Kim. MOVING SOLID OAK 3-drawer TV armoire, like new. $350 firm. 250825-9310 TWO AUTHENTIC BARCELONA CHAIRS with ottomans. Black leather, stainless steel frame. Excellent condition. Phone 250-359-6803.

Q-SIZE FUTON W/BOX spring ($20 both, $12 each) single w/frame $15; small bookshelf $10. 352-2556

VAN/FL ATDECK LE ASE OPERATORS Join Our Family Established Transport Company located in the West Kootenays currently has openings for Van and Flatdeck Lease Operators. No need to move stay where you live. Runs in BC/ AB and Western US. Benefits: Trucks home most weekends Paid twice per month direct deposit No hidden charges Paid in CDN funds Plate financing available Benefits available All FSC paid to Lease Operator Requirements: Must be able to freely cross US/CDN Border. Have late model tractor under 244” Wheelbase.

All applicants interested in joining our winning team please call toll-free 877 825-4311 SNOW PLOWING WANTED for small commercial property in Nelson.

250-352-9769 CAREER OPPORTUNITY AT Mountain Waters Spa! We are seeking an experienced Acupuncturist and Bodyworker. Must be registered with CTCMA and NHPC. Bring resume to 205 Victoria Street.

CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT, preferably with front desk experience for P/T position in upbeat, team-oriented dental office in Nelson starting immediately. (250) 352-2711 or 1-877-647-8476 or email resume to mistisosplace@shaw.ca EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TOUCHSTONES NELSON seeks a Curator FT Apply by: November 14 with Letter of Interest and current resume to: Executive Director Touchstones Nelson 502 Vernon Street, Nelson BC V1l 4E7 or by email at: director@touchstonesnelson.ca No phone calls For more details visit our website at: www. touchstonesnelson.ca JOURNEY MAN LINEMAN & 3rd Year Apprentices required. Fulltime position. I.B.E.W. rates apply.

Work based in Prince George, B.C. Moving incentives. Profit sharing company. Please send resumes to Skeena Power Systems Ltd. at skeenapower@msn.com or fax to 250-561-1538 attn: Jim Mummery

LOST: BRIGHT GREEN puffy vest.

Somewhere along Ward, Latimer and Observatory. Please call 250-3597220.

LOST: SMALL WOODEN box with initials PJC on bottom. Reward for return. Call 250-509-0173 2 MONTH old male orange tabby lost in the fairview area saturday night. Please call 352-5747

Garage Sales MOVING SALE. 29 Nov. 10-4pm, furniture, plants, snazzy clothing, books, caravita@gmail.com, 2951 Blewett Rd. CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER: Electric start, 42˝ mower, 6 spd transaxle, 6 yrs old, $1900; grass catcher for 42” mower, 6 yrs old, $300; Craftsman wheeled weed $300; 22˝ cut, 625 Briggs /Stratton engine, 1.5 yrs old; Weedtrimmer/long handle, gas powered $95; dehumidifier, $250; Ronco rotisserie, $175; oval dining room set/ four chairs, $150; rotary mower, almost new $85; StarChoice receiver w/satellite, $80. 250- 2279513, ocean987@telus.net

Health & Fitness FOUND 20 more reasons to sign up for Herbal Magic. Sign up by November 7th and the first 20 pounds are on us. herbalmagic.com.

NORTHERN LIGHTS WORKOUT bench with bar. Good condition. $80 obo Beautiful hand-crafted birch balance boards made right here in Nelson! 24x18 recreational or therapeutic 352-1674 DR. MICHAEL SMITH (TCM) is now accepting new patients. Offering services in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Nutritional and Functional Medicine. Over 10 years experience.

Call 250-352-0459

Help Wanted

EXPERIENCED GLAZIER for well established class shop in Delta.

Good wages and benefits and future prospects. Fulltime Mon-Fri. Drivers KENMORE DRYER, $100, call license required. Fax 604-946-4872.

250.505.2440 Email: southdeltaglass@dccnet.com EXCAVATING, CONCRETE EXPERIENCED CLASS ONE INSTALLATIONS and landscaping DRIVERS - Glenncoe Transport projects, also carpentry available.

Ltd (Kelowna) has openings for: US Phone Warren 250-354-1159 qualified, Canadian only, part-time and slip-seat drivers. Paid bi-weekly, REAL HARDWOOD FLOORING. company paid extended benefits, sat2-3 dollars a square foot, all new in ellite dispatch, late model equipment. boxes. 250-352-3141.

Visit us @ glenncoetransport.com, or call 1-800-663-4009.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS required immediately.

PAUL & ZANAHE Nelson NewZealand come 15 Jan 15 March Journeyman, 3rd and 4th year mature reliable experienced house apprentice for NE Alberta Chrysler sitters zanahe@herenow.co.nz dealership. We offer excellent wages, benefits package and pension plan E XPERI ENCED,EMPLOYED with signing bonus/relocation assisHOUSE/PET SITTER available tance available. Email resume to: January onward.I have excellent local references.Long term Nelson area kgerrard@coldlakechrysler.com. Fax only. 250-354-4075 780-594-2356. Phone 780-594-2277.

PROFESSIONAL HOUSESITTER INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC & Controls RETIRED dentist who savours, stays Ltd. We are currently hiring the followin Nelson. References. Messages for ing positions: Journeyman Lineman Darrel. c/o 352-3870 and Journeyman Instrumentation Mechanics. Forward resume to: Romeo Major. Email: rmajor@iecgroup.ca. Fax 1-780-675-3283.

LOST AT POOL: green Frida Khalo CHILDCARE COVERAGE/DINNER bag, sentimental, two pairs Zoggs PREPARATION needed 2x per week goggles, 1 pink 1 blue, 1 blue tropical in Fairview, usually Wednesdays towel, name on tag. Call Robin 354and Thursdays, 2:45 - 5:45 pm. Car 1412 or return to pool. required. Please call 352-9303 FOUND: PENDANT, IN Nelson in ARE YOU INTERESTED in doing front of Royal Bank. Identify to claim childcare in your home? The // Resource / " and \Ê "

509-1941 Childcare Referral LOST @ 6 mile beach on Oct.16th.

(CCRR) program can support you. À \Ê/ Ê 8*, --Ê Turquoise necklace. Very special. If For registration requirements and * i\ÊÎx{ Î £ä found, please call 352-2241. information call 250-352-0407

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Misc. for Sale FIREWOOD FOR SALE. $150/cord.

Call 250 505 2028. Includes delivery within the Nelson area.

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Phone 250-354-4558 PING PONG TABLE with net and paddles $50 delivered. table and chairs $30 352-2791 YAKIMA ROOF RACK - Q towers for bare roof, Subaru or similar. $150 obo. 250-352-2510 PROJECTOR PANASONIC PTAE900U. Like new. $3000 new. $1300 obo. Screen avail. 505-4285 DRUM KIT, 5 piece, cymbals/stands, well loved. 500$ OBO. 352-0133 ABOUT 400 USED red building bricks and some concrete bricks for sale by offer. 250-352-9245 MOVING: BED, SOFA, bookcase, TV, kids’ stuff, stereo system, desk, computer, picnic table, dresser, 250226-6860.

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Candidate forums and meetings

Nelson forum on culture

Thursday, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m. at the The New Grand banquet room, 616 Vernon St.

they need to get their names and views before the public.

Shaw TV will film the meeting and air it on Wednesday, Nov. 12.

The Nelson and District Arts Council and Oxygen Nelson mayoral Art Centre are hosting this forum to assess candidates’ debate understanding and priorities Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m. regarding the cultural sector to 9 p.m. at the Hume Hotel of Nelson. It will be moderThe four candidates for ated by Pat Henman.

Nelson’s mayoral position will square off at this event.

Nelson all-candidates meeting and open forum

School trustees all-candidates forum

didates make short presentations and are then questioned by members of the audience.

This event has proven to be well-attended and informative. In the past, up to 400 people have participated. The forum provides candidates with the exposure

It will offer a chance to hear what candidates for the Nelson’s two school trustee positions are on a variety of education issues.

The public will be able to ask questions. Nelson Becker, publisher of the Express, will moderate the forum.

Thursday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Best at the Central Education Centre Gym, 811 Stanley St. Western Baker Street Inn, During the forum, the can- 153 Baker St.

When and where to vote in Nelson When: General election day is Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The final advance poll is Where: Central Education Centre at 811 Stanley St. Advance poll: Wednesday, Nov. 5.

Advance polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at The Lydia Room in the Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St. Special voting arrangements: at Jubilee Manor, 500 West Beasley St. from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at Kootenay Lake Hospital, 3 View St., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at

Mountain Lakes Seniors Community, 908 Eleventh St., 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Curb-side voting is available for electors with physical disabilities. Call the chief election officer at (250) 352-8204 for more information.

The City of Nelson has also organized bus transportation for people with mobility issues on general election day from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call the chief election officer at (250) 352-8263 before 12 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14 to arrange for a ride.

When to vote in the rural areas Voting in the rural areas can be done between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on general election day at various locations.

Advance voting is available on Wednesday,

Nov. 5 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Voting locations are varied for rural voters.

Rural voters can also vote by mail but must register to do so

by Thursday, Nov. 13, 4 p.m. Contact the RDCK chief elections officer at (250) 352-6665 or 1-800268-7325 or by e-mail at info@rdck.bc.ca for more information.

Who can vote and how to register To vote in the elections you must be 18 years or older, a Canadian citizen and have been a resident of B.C. for at least six months before election day.

You must also be a resident or registered owner of real property in the City of Nelson (for Nelson’s

elections) or the rural area (for the RDCK elections) for at least 30 days prior to election day.

Resident electors must produce two pieces of ID that prove residency and identity.

Non-resident electors must produce two pieces of ID as well as

proof of property ownership.

In Nelson, phone the chief elections officer at (250) 352-8204 for more information.

In the rural areas, phone (250) 352-6665 or 1-800268-7325 for more information.

Local School District 8 candidates Victoria Vaseleniuck What do you think the largest issue If there was a service you needed to I would analyze the provide and no existing money in the operating and capital the school board will face in 2009? to determine if budget, what would you cut in order to budgets they are line with one another and from there provide the service?

Victoria Vaseleniuck

Randy Brieter

Bill Maslechko

Bob Wright

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Bill Maslechko

Bob Wright

Reducing any area of an existing budget to pay for something else maybe needed but is always unfortunate. Having been away from the business of the board for 15 years, I would take a listen and learn approach before jumping to conclusions on any important board decision.

I suggest that cutbacks in a number of areas would be the way to do this. In this process every effort should be made to avoid cuts to resources that are most immediate to, and best support the kids in the classroom.

We face this situation every year during our budget working sessions. So far we have been able to make adjustments across the board to come up with the money to cover those unexpected extra services. This has been getting tougher and tougher to do as raising costs have put added pressure to our budget.

Adequate funding, especially in lower populated areas like ours, always seems to be an issue. The recent press conference in which Premier Campbell announced school tax cuts on Corporate Income has me worried, how will this source of funding be made up?

The budget and appropriate distribution of funds will continue to be an issue but a major undertaking of the Board will be to move toward the renovation or rebuilding of Trafalgar as a K-8 school. This is part and parcel of the reconfiguration plan.

Issuring we have adequate funding in place for our schools and producing a balanced budget.

I would determine what can be cut to provide the service needed.

The largest issue the school board faces is its collaboration and consultation process with its partner groups and stakeholders.

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Nelson mayoral candidates Should council support a skate park? If yes, where? Be specific on location.

What is the best way to get public opinion on contentious issues?

What services should the City of Nelson provide that it is not already?

What services are the City of Nelson currently offering that it should not?

David Aaron

Where: south-east corner of Hall & Front. What: http://www. newlineskateparks.com/ unique and dynamic skate park, with ample green space. When: now!

Why: Investment into youth is an investment into our future. They cannot be kept waiting any longer.

Accommodate them without displacing others. Maximize visibility for pride & safety. Reasons: www. david-aaron.com

Listen to the people. Their wishes have been articulated through municipal planning processes and the waterfront visioning document. Their voices cannot be ignored. Building without a plan is like soup without a bowl: it’s a mess; contentious; divisive.

Through planning, we bind council to the community’s aspirations for future development.

Recycling pick-up for downtown residents & businesses; public toilets on Baker Street; expanded library hours for seniors; a sustainability coordinator to engage the community in collective efforts to recycle and reduce emissions; collaborative marketing of local artists through a City-sponsored web portal promoting Nelson as a cultural hub; democratic representation.

The City shouldn’t be undertaking a $1.7 million upgrade to the Baker Street Bridge without being transparent about its development agenda. I am not sure that the City should be chlorinating our water. I support an investigation into alternative purification methods that are healthier on our bodies and the environment.

John Dooley

Yes, without question we support the building of a new skate park. Following re-election, I intend to lead this project personally. All sites under consideration must be evaluated using clear criteria. I commit to Council’s endorsement of final site selection no later than the spring of 2009.

The Mayor and Council, and staff, need to be in touch with citizens. To obtain formal input, the City must have good planning processes, tools and resources. I intend to work with Council to develop a communications strategy that will better inform the community of our plans and work in progress.

The civic services currently provided meet core requirements. Council directs an annual review of services and service levels and makes decisions based on community expectations and cost. I do not believe the City can afford to introduce significant new services at this time unless they are revenue neutral or user pay.

I feel quite confident in stating that all services being delivered by the City are core services and meet the City’s mandate.

Council and City staff apply due diligence to review every function and assign resources in an appropriate and responsible manner. See 2007 Annual Report: http://www.city.nelson. bc.ca/html/financial_plans.html

Gord McAdams

KLOSPS and councillors rated 10 sites for suitability and impacts (1 councillor and the mayor refused to partake).With an additional 60 parking spaces, I support the turnaround near the fields, otherwise the site south of the aquatic centre.

See: gordmcadams.com, “In the News” columns 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 17.

Assessing public opinion ranges from free and easy to expensive and time consuming.

The critical factor is the will to collect it, how we use it and how we communicate objectively with you. Rosemont Park is finally moving ahead because we now know what the community wants and doesn’t want.

World economic turmoil and downturns require us to hold the line on spending, especially wish lists. My municipal taxes and utility fees have all risen by over 25% since 2006!

Affordability of living here is a serious concern. We must be part of the solution; not part of the problem.

Each department should prepare 2009 budgets at 95%, 100% and 105% of 2008 costs including inflation and address the implications of each. The public will then have the opportunity to inform council of their preferred areas to reduce or reallocate funding knowing the implications of their choices on service levels.

Philip McMillan

Yes. The funny thing is the Skate Park was fully supported 6 years ago, and again 3 years ago.

I believe the park should be in a central location. The lot next to the Aquatic Centre is the location that makes the most sense to me.

I believe the best way to get people involved and how to gauge their thoughts on issues is to make it easier to get involved. The best answer to this that I could come up with is a plebiscite website that registered voters can log on to and vote on city issues.

We as a city need to do more for the Businesses. I know a business owner that moved here from Toronto. In Toronto she paid $97 for a 7 year business license and received garbage pick-up and recycling. Here she pays $137 a year and gets none of those services.

We have had our services degraded for so long it’s hard to think of a service the city provides that we could do without.

I know I would like to examine the issue of recycling in Nelson.

The new Blue Bag recycling program needs to be replaced but not cut.

Nelson council candidates Bob Adams

Council does support a skate park. The location is difficult to determine.

The field users do not want it in the turnaround, the neighbors also object. The best location would be in a leased portion of CPR property along Lakeside Drive.

Once an issue has been identified as contentious and requires a Public Hearing the hearing must be well advertised by mail, newspapers and radio. In addition Council and staff must accept other forms of public opinion and encourage attendance at these hearings.

Nelson is a full service City.

We need to be vigilant in our search to improve the services we offer. An example of this is weekly garbage collection in the summer months, and the addition of compost collection.

All the services that the city provides should be maintained and improved where possible.

Kim Charlesworth

Absolutely. We need to choose location based on characteristics to create a safe space, in an accessible location.

The parking area beside the aquatic center meets those criteria. Instead of looking at the bottom line being the value of the property for development, lets consider the value of our youth.

There is no one best way. To be meaningful public hearings need to be held early enough in a process to allow for changes, discussion, more changes and more discussion. Public forums, open houses and informal focus groups with community organizations all have a place in the communication process.

While any new service is likely to result in increased taxes, curbside pickup of compostables (tree branches, yard waste) could be considered, and has the potential to be cost neutral through the sale of compost to residents. It would be another step towards zero waste and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

I do not advocate cutting any specific services, however I believe that there is room for streamlining services, and working with the Regional District to maximize efficiency. If public feedback suggests that taxes should be cut, then public input is necessary to prioritize where cuts could be made.

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Historic plaque dedicated at Touchstones In another instalment of the Nelson and District Credit Union’s Monument program, representatives from the City, credit union, and Touchstones Nelson gathered Thursday, Oct. 16 afternoon to officially unveil a plaque created by local sculptor, John McKinnon with text written by Anne de Grace.

The plaque describes the history behind the building that was formerly City Hall and that now houses Touchstones Nelson.

De Grace first suggested the idea for the plaque and wrote the text. In describing her choice for a worthy historical subject, de Grace noted, “the people behind the Touchstones project did such an amazing job – for me it was an obvious choice.”

McKinnon has carved a lively street scene of the intersection of Ward and Vernon Streets circa 1902 (including a squirrel – can you find it?).

Tom Murray, senior manager of operations, noted, “the Credit Union is always pleased to support community endeavours. We have a long history in Nelson so it makes sense to us to promote awareness of local history through the monuments program.”

The Touchstones plaque is the forth local

The latest plaque has a squirrel hidden in the image. Can you find it?

plaque sponsored by the Nelson and District Credit Union. Other plaques include those located at Cottonwood Falls, the Gray Building

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Funds for the Monument Program are derived from the Nelson and District Credit Union’s

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Nelson council candidates (continued) Should council support a skate park? If yes, where? Be specific on location.

What is the best way to get public opinion on contentious issues?

What services should the City of Nelson provide that it is not already?

What services are the City of Nelson currently offering that it should not?

Robin Cherbo

Council does support a Skateboard park. The current suggested location at the Lakeside playing fields would be expensive and has being strongly opposed. From the beginning of the process, I believe the best location, with the least impact, is the lower parking lot near the Aquatic Centre.

My preferred way would be to do newspaper ads along with a mail out (with a comment form) for notice of public meetings, followed by an electronic comment form on the City website. I want an open and accessible City Council and I am strongly in favor of public input.

To provide biodegradable blue bags and blue bag recycling pick-up for people who live in apartment buildings.

The City could also develop a process of picking up compose from residents and lobby RDCK to eliminate the cost of dumping compose near the Transfer Station.

I believe we need all of the current City Public services but I would support a continued review process to make the services cost effective and carbon neutral. I would also like to see less contracting out and have as much work, as possible, done by our public employees.

Deb Kozak

I support the development of a skate park in recreational space that is easily accessible, easily supervised and can accommodate an excellent facility. Council identified possible sites and has received feedback from the community. Lakeside Park or Front Street locations are currently rated highest. I could support either location.

I support the development of a communications strategy to provide comprehensive, accurate information on specific issues to the community. A good strategy ensures that information is easily accessible, timely and provided in a variety of formats. i.e. print, radio, internet.

Also facilitating opportunities for broad public dialogue produces good decisions.

Nelson is often referred to as a small city with big city amenities. Rather than add services, I support improving upon the ones we have. Council has spoken about initiating a service capacity review. I’d like to see that identified as a priority that would move forward next term.

Continuing from the previous answer, a service capacity review would identify services that could be enhanced or changed. I would encourage and facilitate public input on any proposed changes before moving forward.

Donna Macdonald

Skateboarding has endured longer than many expected, so it is certainly time for Nelson to have a skate park. The best location should be identified through an objective, consultative process like the one recently used for Rosemont Park to resolve conflicts and identify solutions. This should not be a politically-driven decision.

Go to the public, wherever they are. We can learn from the town of Golden – they took questionnaires on their Official Community Plan to public skating, the grocery store, the high school and a special karaoke night. Open houses, public meetings and on-line polls work for some people, but not all.

The services to be provided should be determined through a process called a services review.

Information is first gathered on the current services – how they’re delivered, what they cost, and the performance measures used to assess them.

The public then reviews this information and identifies gaps through an input process.

The services that should no longer be provided would also be identified in a services review. Alternatively, different ways to deliver services or to improve them could also be considered. The key is that the public must have clear, comprehensive information on which to provide their input.

Ian Mason

Council has supported a skate park. What council hasn’t done is make a firm decision on a location. This should be a top priority of the new council. The location should be city owned, centrally located, easily policed, and close to amenities.

By soliciting our citizens’ opinions in as many ways as are practical. Not everybody likes to participate in public exercises. It is effective to listen to people at all times, not just when faced with a hot issue in a public forum.

Organic waste recovery.

When I was first elected in 2002 our solid waste stream contained 2/3rds organic material by weight. We can’t afford to landfill organic material.

As well, the city should move forward and partner with the province in a shared Child Care Centre at City Hall.

Each service the city provides is valued by at least a representative proportion of our community. Discontinuation of any services requires a process of assessment of the cost of the service versus the greater value the service provides within our community. Assessing community value prior to service discontinuation is vital.

Margaret Stacey

Council should support a skate park, possibly a couple of them in the future, if costs are manageable. Locations? I’v e already publicly endorsed one (with a modified turnaround and considerably more parking) at Lakeside Park, and I’m still of the same opinion.

There is already a legislated opinion tool in the public hearing process, and it should always be done as thoroughly as possible.

In representing already burdened taxpayers, I would have to resist any addition of services beyond the current ones projected; the response to any gaps or new needs lies in shuffling staff resources and priorities, or finding agencies that will fill those needs. Municipal mandates have become very broad.

Municipalities have been carrying downloads of some services from senior governments, in health and protection in particular, as well as inequitable division of some costs with the regional district, and we should restructure those costs and services.

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Kootenay Co-Op Radio holds fall membership drive Sunday, Nov. 16 to Saturday, Nov. 22 at the radio station, 308A Hall St. What started as the “Little Engine that Could” of the airwaves a decade ago, Kootenay Co-Op Radio now boasts three frequencies, 130 volunteers and over 600 active members who have joined forces to bring high-quality, locallyproduced radio programming to the West Kootenay.

The continuing consolidation of media ownership in North America makes it more urgent every day that people have access to independent sources of news and original musical programming. Kootenay Coop Radio provides this and other important services to the commu-

nity, such as last summer’s “Radio Camp” which introduced young people to the joys of producing local, live radio.

Twice yearly the radio station holds a membership drive that constitutes its primary fundraising effort. Yearly membership rates are as follows: $25 – low-income $45 – regular $80 – family $125 – organization $600 – individual lifetime $800 – family lifetime During the membership drive there will be special programming, daily prize drawings for new and renewing members, and coupons for

a free lunch for a membership paid in person during the noon hour.

Kootenay Co-Op radio will be broadcasting live from New Denver on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. during the “Straight, No Chaser” jazz show to welcome new listeners up north who can now hear Kootenay Co-op Radio at 107.5 on the FM radio dial, thanks to a new transmitter. The membership drive concludes with a special prize drawing and one lucky new or renewing member will win a one night’s stay for two at Halcyon Hot Springs.

For more information, call the station at 250-352-9600.

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RDCK director candidates

AREA D

Larry Greenlaw

Andy Shadrack

AREA E

Ramona Faust

Garry Kalinsky

AREA H

Stephan Martineau

Don Munro

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What would you do to encourage local food production?

Are you in favour of putting chlorine in the water system?

Do you support independent power projects on waterways in your area?

I would stand aside and let it happen by encouraging consumers ot purchase products produced by their neighbours without excessive packaging, labelling, advertising and regulating.

Editor’s note: Due to an error on the Express’s part, incorrect questions were sent to candidates for Areas D and H. A replacement question was sent at the last minute but not all candidates could be reached in time. The Express apologizes for the error.

Thankfully this is an area of jurisdiction for the Provincial Health Ministry and I would assist my constituents if they wished to make a submission to the Province in relation to a specific concern in our area.

I would lean towards supporting sustainable economic activities in our area that provide ongoing local benefits that outweigh the costs of such activities.

As a signatory to the Community Action Charter the RDCK administration now has to develop an action plan to be eligible to receive a carbon tax rebate. Our ability to obtain provincial government grants after 2012 will depend on our achieving zero carbon emissions.

No. Current regulations allow point-of-entry or point of use treatment in the home for small rural systems (fewer than 500 users/day). Filtration and UV treatment is more effective, especially when reservoir storage capacity allows insufficient contact time for chlorine because of water being continually replaced due to agricultural irrigation.

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For Areas D and H: What is the biggest challenge facing the RDCK? For Area E: Are you in favour of amalgamating some parts of your area with the City of Nelson?

Kaslo and Area D residents voted to allocate Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives funds for a community garden project in 2007, and the Kootenay Grain Co-op and Deconstructing Dinner program in 2008. The feasibility of greenhouse agricultural production in the Lardeau Valley using waste wood heat is currently under study.

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No. WAC Bennett created BC Hydro so that we could develop public hydro-power. Placing generators in the Duncan Dam for winter power production would avoid further damage to fish habitat, and transmission lines should run south to the Lambert inter-tie in Creston rather than building a power line over the mountain.

I am very active in food security and have been involved in designing and implementing programs in Kaslo and Area D through my employment with North Kootenay Lake Community Services Society.

I would work with community groups engaged in the issue to identify the next steps as they see them.

That would not be a decision that I could make. It would be up to residents to determine the benefits and costs to them and make a decision. I would be committed to finding them information and providing supports and resources that they may need.

I am in favour of point of source and entry water filtration.

I am not in favour of imposing chlorine sanitation on water systems where people do not want it. I understand I may be in the position to have to abide by provincial laws requiring this for RDCK owned water systems.

I support disclosure and an independent review of the costs to the environment, to the price we pay for power, to access and ownership of crown land and our ability to provide power to our own communities. I support independent power produces using small plants for personal use and homesteading in remote areas.

Because our area has significant Agricultural Land Reserve, which is not being used for the production of food, giving those property owners an additional tax break if their land is brought into agricultural productivity is one thing I would look at to try and encourage local food production.

No. There may be individual lots that wish to join the community, but the response I am hearing is that people like the rural aspects of living in Area “E”.

Not for small water systems that have operated for years safely. Larger systems of 500 plus users need to consider what options they have and the affordability of those options. But, having said that, it must remain a community decision. Perhaps we should have further discussions on point of entry systems.

Yes, but only if they are supported by community, environmentally neutral and remain Canadian owned.

Bats explained, bats helped For over a century the bat has been adored by authors of mystery as being a superstitious symbol and the manifestation of night. Their negative reputation as disease-carrying pests has promoted extermination when discovered in nooks and crannies of buildings.

However, with Halloween just past perhaps it’s time to cast these fascinating animals under a different light.

There are over 1,000 species of bats in the world, 16 of which are found in British Columbia, and 10 species throughout the Kootenays. Bat names are excellent indicators of their appearance; big brown, hoary, silver-haired, fringed, western and northern long-eared, long-legged, and Townsend’s big-eared bats are several species found in the Kootenay region.

Bats, like humans, are mammals. They have fur, are warm-blooded, and mothers give their young (also known as pups) milk. However, bats are the only mammals to take flight. The scientific name for the bat is Chiroptera - taken from the Greek word meaning “winged hand”. To picture their wing bone structure, hold out your hand and imagine a thin elastic membrane stretching between your fingers. Bat wings are thinner than bird wings, thus allowing them to manoeuvre with great-

Nature Notes

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er precision while finding food.

Though groups of bats around the globe eat a variety of insects, fruits, nectars, fish and blood, Canadian bats are strictly insectivorious. As the colder seasons of autumn

and winter approach, bats are busy adding bulk to their bodies so as to survive the upcoming months. The long-legged bat is a master insect catcher and can devour over 600 mosquitoes in an hour.

Because bats are unable to cope with Canada’s interior winter climate they will soon begin to hunker down and find suitable hibernation roosts. Once settled, their breathing and heart rates lower and they spend several months relying on energy reserves to make it through until spring.

During this time they are extremely vulnerable to even slight disturbances – a great deal of energy is required to rouse themselves out of slumber and may detract from their ability to survive.

The Land Conservancy is a non-profit, charitable land trust working throughout British Columbia to protect important habitat. If you would like more information contact Emily Nilsen, the terrestrial stewardship advisor, at enilsen@conservancy.bc.ca or 354-7345.

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Answers on page 17 Local food production is one of the corner stones of a strong community. I will work with meat producers to find a solution to very restrictive provincial regulations; develop a strategy with local farmers to make land available and mentor young emerging farmers; help create linkages between consumers and producers.

With a global recession underway, a strong diversified local economy is the surest way to remain resilient. Other central issues are the current planning process, local food production, affordable housing, transportation infrastructure and a regional vision of energy self-reliance. We can only achieve these goals with strong, cohesive communities.

Many European countries banned chlorine long ago and have opted instead for ultraviolet light, ozonating or mechanically purifying their water. In 1993 the American Public Health Association unanimously passed a resolution urging industry to stop using chlorine. It is time for our government to wake up! The technology is there!

Absolutely not! This is thoughtless privatization of crown resources. I do, however, fully support initiatives toward “real” alternative energy production that will make us increasingly self-reliant as a community.

Selling our rivers is not a creative, sustainable way to move in that direction.

The RDCK must work closely with the Agricultural Land Commission to protect farmlands.

I have supported food production groups such as the West Kootenay Herb Growers Cooperative and local meat producers. I have also supported the Winlaw Farmer’s market, the Vallican Whole agricultural workshops and 100-mile market events.

Access to safe drinking water is the major challenge. Four Area H water systems are on a boil water advisory. Two are owned by the RDCK and two are the responsibility of the Province.

The IHA solution to the problem is costly and residents are not prepared to pay for unrealistic upgrades.

No. Residents of Area H do not support chlorination of their water. The IHA however, requires residual chlorination as disinfection for surface water systems. With proper source protection and effective distribution systems, safe drinking water can be provided by using ultra-violet treatment and filtration.

No. I am opposed to the Province’s plan to privatize our rivers and streams. The potential damage to the environment and fish and wildlife habitat are not worth the questionable benefits. Conservation is the way to energy self-sufficiency. OUR STREAMS AND RIVERS ARE NOT FOR SALE.

Support the development of Farmers’ Markets, neighbourhood food stands, restaurants, and retailers offering local food.

Prioritize use of local food at all RDCK events and facilities.

Encourage and support community gardening programs and individual farms.

With the Federal and Provincial government downloading their responsibilities onto the Regional Districts without providing the funding for those responsibilities.

The challenge for RDCK will be how to provide the services without increasing taxation.

Studies indicate that chlorine in water systems contributes to cancer. I would encourage other methods of disinfection of water systems, and only if the water required disinfection.

I do not support IPP’s. Water is a pubic resource and should not be for sale or in control of private industry. It would inevitably result in higher energy costs.

Also IPP’s could cause damage to our watershed environment, fish habitat, and restrict public access to our creeks and forests.

Bats seek areas that have stable low temperatures and high humidity; barns, attics or caves on your property may be perfect roosting grounds.

You can divert bats with bat houses. These promote safe roosting areas by providing cover and accessible holds, therefore discouraging bats from settling down in less favourable spots. To find out more or to download a bat house plan check out www.kootenaybats. com.

Briefly Avalanche workshop

Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Prestive Inn, 701 Lakeside Dr. The Canadian Avalanche Centre (CAC) is bringing its annual Backcountry Avalanche Workshop to Nelson. The workshop is aimed at winter backcountry users looking for guidance and new knowledge for managing risk in avalanche terrain.

This one-day session will cover a lot of ground. CAC

forecasters will review the new CAC products available, and do some handson instruction on terrain selection. A member of the University of Calgary’s snow and avalanche research team will present recent research, and there will be plenty of local flavour too, with local pros sharing insider information on some favourite ski tours.

Tickets are $20 at the door and include an Avaluator.

Check www.avalanche.ca for more information.

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Election Coverage Village of Slocan mayoral candidates What do you think last council’s greatest mistake was?

John Gates

Becoming mired down in legal issues, which are still “In Camera” and can not be discussed, so we lost our track and did not accomplish much except make some lawyers wealthier.

Mateleine Perriere

I was part of the last council and I feel our greatest mistake was our inability to work as a team and be supportive of each others. The lack of clear priorities added to the confusion and the council did not focus on working for the good of the village.

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What is the biggest What is the best challenge facing way to get public council? input on contentious issues?

Diversifying the economy of the Village, for far to long we have been depending on the saw mill as a single industry town. We must find other sources of income like hydro plants on the two creeks on either side of the Village owned and controlled by the public.

The biggest challenge facing city council is to rebuilt the trust between the villagers and the council. We need a solid team to look at the future of our town, especially with a forestry based industry, and find alternatives to keep people in Slocan.

Put out flyers and have public meetings to get the public involved. An informed public that knows the reasoning behind contentious issues are normally more receptive when they are part of the solution.

We are a small community and the direct conversations give a sense of what the public feels, but we have public meetings and public period, and as long as it’s not use and abuse for personal agenda, it works.

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Editor’s note: Hillary Elliot, Bernie Roshinsky and Matt Roshinsky could not be reached to take part in this feature.

The last council’s biggest mistake was their inability to work together as a council to represent the best interests of the residents of Slocan. There also seemed to be a lack of interest in identifying village priorities, community development, or revisiting our OCP.

The biggest challenge will be moving our community from a stage of noncooperation and coping, to a stage of simple and strategic planning. Once this is achieved, there will be a greater capacity for identifying and taking action on initiatives that benefit the community in the immediate and long term.

Ask. Failure to ask the public for input at the onset of any issue that will have significant impact on the community leaves room for a questioning of public process. Once asked, the public must have multiple avenues to respond – public forum, written response on paper, web-based or in person.

Council must do its planning well and carefully so money is spent wisely. It must also search for ways to encourage new businesses to come to the area; thus creating jobs.

Talk to everyone when you’re out and about.

Well chaired public meetings with a mailer a few days before so everyone knows when and where.

Jessica Lunn

Jean Pattterson

They didn’t communicate with the people.

Many issues were discussed in camera so the people never knew what was going on. (In camera issues cannot be discussed outside the meeting chamber).

Patricia McGreal

Not having been on council, I am not in a position to know what if any mistakes were made, let alone fairly comment on them.

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Keeping communications open amongst council and the community, and progressively moving forward. As well as, earning the trust and respect of the community who have been ignored by the present council.

It may not be the biggest, but one of the first challenges I see will be the conduct of open, orderly council meetings, and to ensure that both council members and the public speak and listen respectfully.

Ask the people, keep them informed on progress and projects, and always maintain an open door policy to everyone.

When and where applicable hold more public information meetings and take a vote, or go door to door with a questionnaire on the topic.

Consider the source of the contention. Is the disagreement amongst the villagers, or is it between the villagers and council?

Council is meant to act for the people and the villagers must be spoken with and listened to, even if it means going door to door.

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Editorial Canada must not abandon its peacekeeping heritage With Remembrance Day next week, it is a time to recall the sacrifices of the men and women who served our country in the past and who continue to serve us today around the world.

The people in uniform made decisions to protect Canada and the ideals it embodies.

Democracy. Freedom. Peace.

These are ideals that are threatened across the world and after the Second World War, the Canadian peacekeepers were world renowned for their actions.

Recent developments in Afghanistan have made our reputation less clear cut than it used to be, partly because we have forgotten what it meant to be a peacekeeper.

The Canadian military used to play a vital role in allowing diplomacy to work its magic and our leaders should bring our peacekeeping heritage back to the fore.

There are plenty of enemies our army is needed to fight.

Hunger. Sickness. Poverty. Environmental disaster. Homelessness.

These are perhaps the most challenging enemies a nation can face but our military are the ones with the organization to defeat them.

We must remember to explore all options before we turn to our weapons.

Fish Heads & Flowers

Flowers - to a wonderful teacher who has gone on a sick leave to deal with his illness. You are very much loved and will be missed by all.

- Get well soon!

Fish heads - to “city folk” who come to Nelson and want all the amenities of big cities. Didn’t you come here to “escape” the big cities?

Flowers - to Stepping Stones for their awesome work. - No longer shelterless.

Fish heads - to those who charge outrageous rent when affordable rent is

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needed. You wonder why there are so many people on the street? Not all of us are bums but we all need a place with winter coming on.

- Apartment hunter Flowers - to soup kitchen volunteers who show kindness, please continue! - No longer hungry Fish heads - to the neighbor who didn’t have the guts to complain about my dogs to my face. You had to call my parents?

There was no need to involve and worry my father. I am an adult, are you?

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Gerry Shmon – secretary for CUPE 748.

Chris Shepherd’s chunk of the cost savarticle about how the ings to put the district Kootenay Lake School back in the black has district fixed its financial come from cutting back problems (“SD8 retires on our hours and thus deficit,” Oct. 1, 2008) what the district pays left out the significant us. In the coming school sacrifice that support year (2008-09), there are staff have made and con- five school closure days tinue to make. planned.

Many people do not As of the 2008-09 year, realize that the sup- there will have been port staff – members of 28 extra days when the CUPE 748 – are paid schools were closed – as on an hourly basis. a way to save money. We Unlike administrators estimate that the cost to and teachers, we are not CUPE members in the paid an annual salary. form of lost wages at This means that a major approximately $560,000.

On a personal level for the school staff affected, this has also meant a loss of pensionable time and a requirement to use our holidays to maintain wages and make ends meet.

We are concerned not only about how the closures have affected us, we are also concerned about the impact on students. The school day was lengthened by eight minutes to make up time lost due to closure days.

This has not, in our opinion, made up for the loss

of 28 full school days.

In terms of how to avoid budget shortfalls in the future – the solution will certainly not be found in continued cutting of support staff.

We invite the board of education to work with us and others in the district to make sure that there is adequate funding from the provincial government, which is the real solution to providing the quality of education and the level of staffing required by our students.

Remember on Remembrance Day Dear editor, A woman from the Legion recently approached me asking for a donation for the Legion and Rememberance Day. I was happy to give a donation and she responded kindly, saying it was so nice to have some young people donating as many won’t. When I asked her why, she told me that some believe that

by donating to the Legion they are supporting the war. This could not be further from the truth, and that is why I write this letter.

The Legion is not about war. The mission of the Legion is to serve veterans and their dependants, to promote rememberance and act in the service of Canada and its communities. I’m sure if you talk to

Give Red Sands beach its space Dear editor, I was disturbed to see the article about development plans for the last part of the KFP land and towards Red Sands Beach.

First of all this land is all zoned P2, municipal use. It seems arrogant to assume the people of Nelson would just give up this land for somebody’s housing project. The fact that the land is privately owned does not alter this.

Secondly, Red Sands beach has been used for decades by the people of Nelson and visitors. It is ideally located for its function as a clothing optional beach and the placing of houses next to it would completely destroy its secluded nature and cause endless conflict between home owners and beach users.

A compromise would be to allow some building on the west part of the remaining KFP site

and in return the rest of the land be donated to the City of Nelson for use as a park.

Surely we have learned from the Kutenai Landing experience, that city hall dealing with developers from a position of weakness does not produce satisfactory results.

This time could we stand up for our amenities and our planning and insist that this beautiful place be preserved in its natural state for the enjoyment of all.

Anthony Hill, Nelson

members of the Legion, you will soon realize they are not “pro-war”.

Many of them fought in a war and would like nothing more than for there to never be another drop of blood shed in any conflict.

Anne Cavicchi, Nelson

Aaron the right pick for mayor Dear editor, It was very clear at last Thursday night’s (Oct. 30) politician meeting at the Hume Room that if Nelson residents want a measure of control over their future they will vote for David Aaron for mayor. Ironically it is this newcomer who is in the position and has the skill to tap our potential for change. If we are willing to listen to his vision and participate, we have a chance to implement stability into our future.

If the incumbents are co-operating with CPR on the barite crusher, then perhaps they should not be returned to represent us.

Earl Hamilton, Nelson

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Ever wanted to do Ironman but just couldn’t comprehend the distance? Now is your chance. The Mountain Spirit Triathlon Club presents Ironman In November.

You have the month of November to complete the IronMan distance of a 3.8 km swim, a 180 km cycle, and a 42.2 km ru. Record your distance for each workout you do and add them up at the end of the month to complete the distance. Sounds easy now doesn’t it? Sign-up sheets are available at the Fitness Centre in the Mountain Spirit Tri Club. See website for more info http://groups. msn.com/MountainSpiri tTriathlonClub The Kootenay Christian Tae Kwon Do School is hosting seminars and black belt testing on Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8 in Nelson at the Covenant Church on Stanley Street.

Grandmaster team, Edward B. Sell

In The Zone Kim Palfenier

The Nelson Regional Sports Council can be reached at: Box 1190, Nelson, BC V1L 6H3 (250)352-3989 phone (250)352-0046 fax nrsc@telus.net

and Brenda J. Sell, will be here from Florida to preside over the events.

They are two of the highest ranked individuals in the world as 9th Dan Black Belt and 8th Dan,

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respectfully. This upcoming event is testing four students for their 2nd Dan Black Belt. Local Master Dean Siminoff welcomes all who are interested in Tae Kwon Do to attend the event to see the discipline in action. A one month free lesson is available for anyone who attends the event. Check out the website www.nelsonmartialarts.ca or e-mail tkdblackbelt@telus.net The Nelson Leafs Hockey Society is holding its annual Radio Auction on Saturday, Nov. 8, 6 p.m. on KBS. This community supported fund raiser is one of the major annual events and has typically been held in February.

This year it is being hosted early enough in the season to catch the Christmas shoppers!

Check out the great deals during viewing times on the day, then tune in to KBS 106.9 FM Nelson and 101.9 FM Kootenay Lake at 6 p.m.

Chris Shepherd

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Kim Palfenier is administrator for the Nelson Regional Sports Council.

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Would you believe that the modest ham sandwich you made for lunch has more salt than two large orders of McDonalds fries?

Processed meats like ham, salami, pastrami and even turkey are really high in salt.

Salt in the diet contributes to the development of high blood pressure. Seeing as nine out

of 10 Canadians are at risk of developing high blood pressure in their lifetime, reducing salt intake is something we should all be thinking about.

Get in the habit of cooking extra meat at dinner to be sliced up and used for sandwich fillings and have fish and vegetarian sandwiches more often.

Tara Stark is a registered dietitian who specializes in helping people optimize their nutritional wellness and prevent diet related chronic diseases. For more information e-mail tara.stark@gmail.com or phone (250) 505-9854.

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How about matching approval with pay for politicians? Applause for DeFelice and the others from Holy Smoke Dear editor, I propose a new system of democracy and leadership. I think the politician should be paid according to their populace’s approval rating. Essentially, their wage would be set according to a scale of satisfaction.

The politicians would now have to maximize the good of their populace in order to see the rewards of profit. No longer would corporate interests hold sway.

The system does have drawbacks in that implementation would originally be difficult which is why we could phase the

Understanding lactose intolerance Do you experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, gas, bloating or nausea after consuming milk products? If so, it’s possible that you could have lactose intolerance.

Lactose intolerance is an inability to digest and absorb lactose. Lactose is a sugar that is found in milk or milk products. Lactose is digested by an enzyme called lactase, which is located on the surface of cells in the small intestine.

If you have a deficiency or absence of this particular enzyme you may not be able to properly digest lactose and will consequently suffer from some or all of the symptoms above when you consume milk products.

Lactase deficiency can occur from an absence of the enzyme at birth (this is quite rare), from diseases that destroy the lining of the small intestine such as celiac disease, or from a decrease in lactase that occurs after childhood and continues to exist in adulthood (this is most common).

The severity of lactose intolerance symptoms depends both on the level of deficiency of the enzyme lactase (which can be mild, moderate, or severe) as well as the amount of lactose consumed in the diet (from milk products and many other foods such as baked goods,

Exploring Health

system in gradually over a course of say, 10 years. But any politician worth their socks would recognize that the best way to see a good wage is to benefit the most people in the shortest amount of time.

I do know that our current system of representation is failing many and I can see that it’s time to look at new ways to encourage our political representatives to truly meet the needs of the populace.

Larry Kriese, Nelson

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breads, processed cereals, instant soups, margarine, lunch meats, candies, salad dressings etc.). The more lactose is consumed the worse the symptoms will be (that is, if you have a deficiency of the required enzyme: lactase).

One way of diagnosing lactose intolerance is by using an “elimination diet” during which you eliminate all lactose in your diet for a reasonable length of time in order to see if symptoms are relieved. Many foods contain lactose though so it’s important for this diet to be strictly controlled and it is highly recommended that you consult a dietician or nutritionist for guidance about lactoseelimination diets.

Kate Butt is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She treats a variety of conditions and has special interests in women’s health, peri-natal care, chronic pain, and sports injuries. The information used in the Exploring Health column is for education only. It is important to consult a health care provider about your specific health concerns. For questions or information please contact truebalance.kate@gmail.com or call (250) 551 5283.

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Dear editor, One does not react to a situation before a situation arises. A politician is not a sphinx or a prophet.

He has no crystal ball to tell him what lies ahead.

He can only observe and try and read the writings on the wall and listen to the distant drums. Based on his perceptions of an evolving situation such as the economic crisis in the U.S., then, and only then, can he attempt to prevent a similar situation from

occurring in his own country. He can do this by feeling the pulse of the global economy and consulting with experts around him.

At the same time, it is wise for a leader to advise citizens at large not to panic in a given situation as Prime Minister Harper did.

It was a tough question to answer for Stéphane Dion on the night of Friday, Oct. 10 in regards to the economy.

Sometimes journalists

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teach us about its various uses. I, for one, am tired of people loudly voicing their opinions without knowing all the facts!

Paul should be applauded for his commitment and vision. Let’s not forget that Nelson has always been home to strong thinkers and doers.

Diane Colins, Blewett

Dear editor, Earlier, someone wrote in supporting a Conservative candidate in not attending peace rallies on the grounds that he has a good grasp of foreign affairs (“Zandee right to avoid peace movements,” Oct. 15).

In a limited sense this is correct.

Harper wants to greatly increase spending on the military so Canada can join in U.S.-led foreign wars. We can then pick on an oil rich country (Venezuela, Iran,) tell lies about it to justify invasion, bomb its infrastructure to pieces, award

sweet contracts to our own companies to rebuild what we’ve knocked down, and steal its oil – all in the name of spreading democracy of course.

In the process we’ll build a vibrant arms industry in Canada which will need more wars to keep it going.

Keith Newberry, Slocan

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expect too much from politicians as if they were superhuman beings. It is easy to ask a question.

Rarely is it easy to answer one, especially if it is ambiguous. His inability to answer that question should not reflect on his ability to govern.

He has done a lot for Canada in the last decade or so.

Aurelien Dupuis, Nelson

elect members to the provincial legislative assembly?

The existing electoral system (FirstPast-the-Post) OR The single transferable vote electoral system (BC-STV) proposed by the Citizens’ Assembly on Electoral Reform.

You can find out more about why the Citizen’s Assembly proposed the STV after one year of studying electoral reform world-wide by viewing the website: stv.ca Lisa Bramson, Nelson

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learn something by listening to what he has to say.

Paul and the others are courageous individuals who are prepared to go to jail for what they believe in. How many of us can say the same?

Marijuana laws are out of date – most people agree with that. People should educate themselves about the cannabis plant and stop presuming to know all about it. It has been around since prehistoric times, and has much to

Harper’s foreign policy good for the arms business

Federal election results show we need new voting system Dear editor, The federal election was yet another glaring example of representational frustration for voters. Once again, Canada’s antiquated first-past-the-post system wasted millions of votes, distorted results, severely punished large blocks of voters, exaggerated regional differences, created an unrepresentative Parliament and contributed to a record low voter turnout.

Here in B.C. we have the opportunity to vote for electoral reform in the May 12, 2009 provincial election with a referendum question. In this referendum, voters will be asked: Which electoral system should British Columbia use to

Dear editor, I can’t help but feel that in the trial of Paul DeFelice and partners, Judge Donald Sperry is clearly missing the point of their defence. It should not be held against them that they “exhibited little (if any) remorse”, to quote Judge Sperry. Paul is hoping to get the law changed so of course he isn’t showing remorse. He deserves the respect of being heard and listened to. Maybe people could

Co-op radio’s fall membership drive Sunday, Nov. 16 to Saturday, Nov. 22 at the radio station, 308A Hall St. What started as the “Little Engine that Could” of the airwaves a decade ago, Kootenay Co-Op Radio now boasts three frequencies, 130 volunteers and over 600 active members who have joined forces to bring high-quality, locally-produced radio programming to the West Kootenay.

The continuing consolidation of media ownership in North America makes it more urgent every day that people have access to independent sources of news and original musical programming. Kootenay Co-op Radio provides this and other important servic-

es to the community, such as last summer’s “Radio Camp” which introduced young people to the joys of producing local, live radio.

Twice yearly the radio station holds a membership drive that constitutes its primary fundraising effort. Yearly membership rates are as follows: $25 – low-income $45 – regular $80 – family $125 – organization $600 – individual lifetime $800 – family lifetime During the membership drive there will be special programming, daily prize drawings for new and renewing members, and coupons for a free lunch for a membership paid in

person during the noon hour.

Kootenay Co-Op radio will be broadcasting live from New Denver on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. during the “Straight, No Chaser” jazz show to welcome new listeners up north who can now hear Kootenay Coop Radio at 107.5 on the FM radio dial, thanks to a new transmitter. The membership drive concludes with a special prize drawing and one lucky new or renewing member will win a one night’s stay for two at Halcyon Hot Springs.

For more information, call the station at (250) 352-9600.

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West Kootenay Hospital Auxiliary held a successful conference this fall A successful West Kootenay Hospital Auxiliary Area conference, hosted by the Nelson, South Slocan and Salmo Health Care auxiliaries, was held at the Prestige Inn in Nelson on Thursday, Sept. 18.

Invited guests, Mayor John Dooley, Dianne Gagnon (Interior Health representative) and Bobbie Manning (BCAHA representative) welcomed the delegates. Joan Reichardt spoke on many issues concerning patient and senior care, and Dr. Malpass gave a very informative talk on osteoporosis.

The serious business of the day was interspersed with coffee/tea and goody breaks during which time participants investigated the various craft tables, raffles and draws; visited with people

they had not seen since the last conference and made new acquaintances.

Members of 10 auxiliaries (approximately 150 people) were in attendance.

They learned that, in 2007, our hard work had produced $440,400 toward equipment and other needs for various health care facilities and $12,450 was donated toward bursaries and scholarships. This money is mainly earned through thrift shops, gift shops in the hospitals, bake and craft sales and afternoon teas and coffee parties. For the past year, the area auxiliaries recorded over 110,000 volunteer hours.

Each auxiliary always encourages new members.

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Street Talk What do you think the West Kootenay will look like in 10 years?

This Street Talk originally ran in the Nov. 14, 2007 Express.

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Nelson Waldorf School celebrates 25 years; invites alumni, past and present teachers to celebrate Purchase tickets by Thursday, Nov. 10 for the Tuesday, Nov. 22 event The Nelson Waldorf School is celebrating its 25th anniversary at the school’s Silver King Hall. Organizers are inviting past and present teachers and parents

of the school, all alumni and friends, to join the celebration.

There will be a dinner catered by Alligator Pie, professional alumni entertainment and even some Waldorf activities that alumni and parents may want to try their

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Kootenay Book Weekend a success; next year’s books picked Organizers report the Fifth Annual Kootenay Book Weekend was a great success.

Participants attended from various parts of B.C., Alberta, Saskatoon, Ottawa and Spokane.

Featured author Jack Hodgins of Vancouver Island – who added his insight about his historical novel, Broken Ground – was well received by the crowd.

Next year’s featured author will be Gail Anderson Dargatz, who currently teaches fiction in the creative writing MFA program at UBC. Her third novel, Turtle Valley which thinly fictionalizes a Shuswap community, thrillingly unravels tangles of the past.

Other novels to be discussed at next year’s book weekend are The Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill, The Lizard Cage by Karen Connelly and The Cellist of Sarejevo by Steven Galloway.

Next year’s book weekend will be held Friday, Sept.

25 to Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009.

For further information go to www.kootenay bookweekend.ca.

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hand at again.

Tickets for the evening are $30 and are available at the school and at Otter Books.

For more information, call the school at (250) 352-5250 or see the website at www.nelsonwaldorf.org.

OngoingEvents Wednesdays NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8pm. *Closed Dec. 24th. Open Dec. 31st limited clinic to current clients only for product pickup.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS. Do you have a problem with food?

719 Vernon St., downstairs, 5:30 p.m. 1-800-611-5788.

DROP IN GREIF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door.

The Nelson Scrabble Club meets Wednesdays at 1pm. For info please call 250-505-5583 WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30pm - 9:30pm $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-359-7036

Thursdays

It’s becoming more world-renowned.

I think it’s going to grow.

I just hope it doesn’t become too commercialized. That would spoil its authenticity.

Chantelle Chartrand, Crescent Valley

DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING⇣ TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8pm. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30p.m.

Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 Bible Study Joy Baptist Church, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome.

Signing Choir (sign language) 3:30 at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 7-9 p.m. at the Mary Hall Gym. For info call Anne at 352-7536 or Guy at 352-6330

Fridays GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362.

Saturdays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program.

Children, teen, adult classes.

357-2822.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Noon meeting at The Cellar.

717A Vernon St., Nelson The Nelson Scrabble Club meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. please call 250505-5583

The population is going to be at least double. There’s going to be more traffic.

On the positive side, there’s going to be a hospice and the art scene is going to be even more wonderful than it already is.

Rivkah Moore, Nelson

Sundays Chant Vespers Every 3rd Sunday of the month. 7 p.m. St. Saviour’s, Ward & Silica. Visit www.studiocanilena.com or 3522338 for more info.

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program.

Children, teen, adult classes.

357-2822.

SHAMBHALA CENTRE NYINTHUN: Join us for Sunday sitting meditation 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a break for refreshments mid-morning. You are welcome to come & go as you please. Everyone is welcome. 444 Baker St. 352-5560 www.nelsonbuddha.com

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TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. 352-2455.

around town

Sundays Worship Services Joy Baptist Church, 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095.

QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859.

SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 10 a.m. All welcome.

SUNDAY WORSHIP St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2:00 p.m. All welcome.

UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m.

Everyone welcome.

Redfish Adult Badminton at Redfish Elementary School.

265 Bryan Road. Mon. Thurs.

7-9 p.m. $3 drop $20 two night week. Join us for more details.

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP service, Nelson United Church, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome.

Sunday Morning Worship, Ascension Lutheran Church, 10:15 a.m., 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 S U N D AY A FT E R N O O N WORSHIP 4pm, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 321 Silica St. 354-3308

Mondays NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 SHAMBHALA CENTRE OPEN HOUSE: 7 p.m. meditation instruction and practice; 8 p.m. talk and discussion; 9 p.m. tea.

All welcome. 444 Baker Street, 352-5560.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road F-Troop Meeting 8pm The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. Mt. Sentinel School South Slocan Badminton. Mon. Wed. 7:30. 359-7610 NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 7-9 p.m. Mary Hall Gym. For information call Anne at 352-7536 or Guy at 352-6330

Tuesdays PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10am - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140 ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m.

Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING⇣ TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings: Lunch Bunch at Noon and open meeing at 6pm. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St., Nelson YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE Al-Anon Meeting 8pm. The Cellar.

717A Vernon St., Nelson “DRUMMING FROM THE HEART” Community Drum Circle with Kim Massé. North Shore Hall 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. $7.00 kimmasse@shaw.ca 505-2684

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ALMOST ACOUSTIC JAM at The Royal on Baker, 9:30 p.m.

No cover.

LIVE MUSIC at FUSION 301 Baker St. 352-3011 Call For reservations PAUL LANDSBERG & BERT PETERS, jazz guitar duo, Library Lounge in the Hume Hotel, 6-10 pm KARAOKE Amy Poznikoff putting on the Ritz and Wild Women Wednesdays at Finleys Irish Pub OPEN STAGE at The Royal on Baker, 9:30 p.m. hosted by Estevan. Everyone welcome!

Moses Mayes plays funk at the Spiritbar. Tickets $15 at Eddy Music and Hume Hotel.

Hume Quartet at The Library Lounge, in the Hume Hotel.

Jude Davidson sings classic songs & originals, 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s Restaurant.

Good food and music.

Thurs. Nov 6 DAM UNPLUGGED ACOUSTIC Open Stage, Thursdays, 9 p.m. hosted by Estevan, Dam Inn, South Slocan.

FRESH THURSDAY WITH DJ BRYX. Spirit Bar, Hume Hotel

Fri. Nov 7 The Tortoise Forfeits eclectic indie at the Royal on Baker. 10 p.m.

Heddy Acclaim (70’s jam band) at Finley’s Irish Bar & Grill. Hap Mandala opens. $5 at door DJ TERRANTINO Top 40 retro at The Spirit Bar RYLAN PLAYS AT MAX & IRMA’S Solo finger syle guitar 6-9 p.m. Tasty tones, great food, good times!

Sat. Nov 8 Rob Funk, Sean Cullen & more t.b.a. entertain unplugged at Ellisons Indoor Market & Cafe, 12-3.

DRIFTWOOD (Marv Walker and Dan Obradovic) play conteporary classics at the Balfour Beach Inn, 5:30 p.m.

Sun. Nov 9 Sarah and Rich perform soulful jazz standards in a pleasant lounge setting. Every Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Redfish Grill at 479 Baker St. THE TRUMAN SHOW for brunch and Nikko plays evenings, The Library Lounge, in the Hume Hotel.

Mon. Nov 10 SARAH McGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, in the Hume Hotel.

6-10 p.m.

Tues. Nov 11 Live Open Stage at Finley’s Irish Pub, everyone welcome.

Listen to the sweet sounds of Nikko every Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m.

Wed. Nov 12

Special Events Wednesday Nov 5

Sunday Nov 9

Padre Remembrance Reading Tour by Jeff Forst 1:30 p.m. at the Kaslo Library, 7:30 p.m. At the Nakusp Legion

Show and Sale of Fine Threads Clothing featuring embroidered fleece and cotton coats, vests, and sweaters. 9am-6pm in the Nelson Library Meeting Room.

Canadian Avalanche Centre’s Annual Backcountry Avalanche Workshop 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Prestige Lakeside Inn, Nelson.

Tickets $20.Monday Nov 10

Senior Citizens’ Branch #51 Monthly meeting. 1:30 p.m. 717 Vernon St.

Thursday Nov 6 All Candidates Forum on Arts and Culture sponsored by the NDAC and Oxygen Art Centre. 7:30 p.m. at the New Grand Banquet Room.

Friday Nov 7 Fine Threads Clothing Studio Show and Sale. Unique Original Wearable Art. 10am-9pm in the Nelson Library Meeting Room.

Call Alison Graeme at 352-2252 for information.

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Wednesday Nov 12 Alternative Worship Experiences, song, faith readings & contemplation. 7 p.m. at the Nelson United Church.

Everyone welcome.

Thursday Nov 13 AGM Friends of Nelson Elders In Care, 10:30 a.m.

Bethel Christian Centre, 623 Gordon Rd. Members & public welcome.

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Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. at Studio 80 on Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus Just weeks after wowing East Coast audiences with her songs of love, compassion and robots, Coco Love Alcorn will perform in Nelson. Armed with a smile, her hand silk screened clothing line and Michael-Owen Liston playing upright bass and banjo, Alcorn will share the night

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Members of the Vacuum Tyler Kealey, left, Amy Kelly, Nate Smith, Kim Carpenter and volunteer Deborah LoxamKohl show off the monsters that will be the subject of a locally-made music video.

The Vacuum creative agency looking for volunteers to make music video

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The Tortoise Forfeits

Friday, Nov. 7, 10 p.m. at The Royal on Baker The Tortoise Forfeits join Nelson from Nelson and The Menace for a night of tasty tunes at the Royal on Baker. Nelson’s newest up and coming band, The Tortoise Forfeits, are an eclectic indie group with a folkish flair.

Rich Feeley and Aaron Wrench of Mr. Feeley and the Touch join forces with singer/songwriter Brittany Meierhofer to create music you can shimmy and sway to.

With their debut album due out in early December and a 2009 tour on the rise, The Tortoise Forfeits are pumped on sharing their sound.

Ending the night with a bang will be Nelson From Nelson & The Menace. They are the alchemy between Nelson on vocals and acoustic guitar, Rob Leishman on “lead bass,” and Jeff Cote (Man In Havana, Dubzilla) playing drums.

Throw in caustic yet personal lyrics, 15 effect pedals between them and catchy yet unpredictable song structures, and the sonic picture becomes clearer. $7 at the door.

Want to work with a bunch of monsters in a make-believe land? A local creative agency has just the opportunity for you.

The Vacuum is a Nelson-based business that has created ads and campaigns for businesses for the past five years and they’re looking for volunteers to help them make a music video for a New York musician.

They want volunteers because they’re doing the video for free. A slower economy has meant slower work, says Nate Smith, Vacuum’s owner and creative director. Smith and the rest of the Vacuum team (team is a particularly good noun because the Vacuum uses hockey terms in place of traditional business titles. Smith is centre ice, for example) wanted to do something that was fun. They’re also hoping to make more music videos

We’re creating this elaborate, plush world of felt, fabric and monsters from socks. Nate Smith, owner of the Vacuum

and making the video for Elizabeth Harper, a New York-based musician, is a way for them to get more experience.

The video will tell the story of five monsters guided by an Elizabeth Harper doll out of their troubles.

The story parallels Harper’s song, Smith says. The tune is bright and happy but the lyrics are actually rather dark, especially when the background

was explained by Harper.

The video they’re creating will reflect the bright tone, says Smith.

“We’re creating this elaborate, plush world of felt, fabric and monsters from socks.”

A doll resembling Harper will lead the monsters to a happy ending and to tell that story, Smith and the rest of the Vacuum team need volunteers from the community.

Vacuum is organizing several work parties to make the set and and create the landscape, trees, stars, planets and moons that will make up their fabric world. Extra fabric is also needed.

Once the set is finished, hopefully by mid-November, Smith needs people to for the actual production, shifting the set and controlling the puppets.

Anyone who wants to get involved can contact Smith at faceoff@vacuumsucks.com.

by Chris Shepherd Almost 99 per cent of the British Columbian population enjoys library services in their community and of the small percentage without, most live in the rural areas surrounding Nelson. That’s likely to change once a joint project by the school district, City of Nelson and the regional district gets started.

School District 8 has spearheaded two grant applications for a program that would bring library services to the south end of the Slocan Valley.

“It’s very exciting,” says Pat Dooley, school district superintendent.

She’s applied for two grants, worth $8,000 each, that would get the program running. The Regional District of Central Kootenay and City of Nelson have both signed letters of support for the library project.

Under the program, a satellite library would open in Winlaw Elementary School in Winlaw with the books coming from the Nelson Municipal Library. Each week, the school district’s courier – which already makes the trip – would take a box of books to Winlaw where library members (member-

Literacy is tied to everything from job productivity and stimulating the economy.

June Stockdale chief librarian at the Nelson Municipal Library

ship is $45) can sign the books out. The Slocan Valley residents will also be able to request books that will be sent up the valley.

Don Munro, the director for Area H, says there’s been a number of people in the area who want a library but finding the money for one has always been an issue.

He’s hopeful the joint project will be the solution everyone has been

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with local songwriter and vocalist Jen Warthe.

As a songwriter, Alcorn creates a fresh sound by mixing the known elements of jazz, soul and folk into a unique blend while allowing her lyrics to draw on an equally diverse range of topics. As a performer, she is playful and witty, joyful and genuine, soulful and compelling.

Born in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, raised in Vancouver and living in Toronto, Coco Love Alcorn is a Canadian through and through.

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The project isn’t without its expenses. The school district will provide more hours for its library at the Winlaw school and the RDCK is going to buy a barcode scanner to check the books out.

Nelson’s library will also have to devote some staff time to packing the box of books to go up to Winlaw each week.

June Stockdale, chief librarian at the Nelson Municipal Library, says only a small portion of the library’s collection would go up to Winlaw each week.

Nelson’s library has roughly 50,000 pieces in its collection and at any given time, 2,000 are actually in circulation.

“If we take two or 300 out it won’t be noticeable.”

Stockdale says the project will fill a needed gap. The province’s Public Library Services Branch did a survey of B.C. and found 1.3 per cent of the population didn’t have library services. Stockdale says the majority without live in Areas H, E and F. Libraries are crucial tools to improve literacy, says Stockdale.

“Literacy is tied to everything from job productivity and stimulating the economy.”

City signs deal with CBC to carry antennas after first tower blows over on Mount Nelson

by Chris Shepherd The City of Nelson’s expenses have gone up $58,000 this year thanks to gusty winds on top of Mount Nelson – commonly called Elephant Mountain.

This spring, a 75-foot tower owned by the Ministry of Highways fell over, says Peter Hartridge, director of operations for the City. He suspects winds, which can blow strongly on top of the mountain across from Nelson, blew the tower over.

That mattered to the City because the ministry let Nelson mount several radio antennas on the tower at no cost. The Nelson Police Department, Nelson Hydro and public works all made use of the pro-

vincial tower.

Unfortunately for the City, the ministry didn’t put up a new tower. After exploring the options, Hartridge said the best solution was to lease space on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s 220-foot tower for $8,000 a year.

While it does cost more to use the CBC tower, Hartridge said it offers better radio coverage, thanks to its greater height.

The downed tower made for a brief interruption in radio service but it was nothing serious, Hartridge said, noting the police have a back up broadcasting point.

The tower was also used to broadcast public works’s SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) network. The SCADA

system gathers information from the city’s hydro electric plant and water systems and sends that to a computer in town. It also allows staff to make adjustments to equipment without having to go into town.

Hartridge said there was no danger of damage to the hydro plant or water system when the tower fell.

“This just gives you the opportunity, remotely, to control it.”

The tower fell in the spring and the CBC agreement was just signed. Over the summer, City crews had to open a road to the old tower location and parked one of their trucks with a 60-foot boom. They used the boom as a tower to hold the antennas, an interim measure that cost roughly $50,000.

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Dressed in colourful A loving peaceful family man of two, military chapcostumes and entertainlain and non-combatant Dr. Laite dedicated himself to Jim Hatfield ing the audience with the overall well-being of the camp, while praying for the their quick repartee, dearest of wives and children back home. This hopeful six musicians will cook living dream, along with the inherent spiritual journey, up a stew of opera, jazz enabled him to survive systemic malnutrition, rampant and Eastern European disease, pest-ridden quarters, and an uncertain future music. with faith to spare.

“We invite the audiFor Memorial Wall information, visit www.hkvca.ca. ence to meet us halfway,” Stern says. “They Karla Pearce Studio Student Art Show will really feel they’re Friday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 713 107 St. Castlegar being entertained and Brian Mclernon The Karla Pearce Studio is hosting it’s first Student ‘stretched’ just a little season package. Neil northwest U.S. and are mission to bring quality Art Show titled Getting There. There will be an art draw bit.”

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