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Woods around Red Sands preserved New neighbours may not be comfortable with a clothing-optional beach next door, Nelson Landing developer says by Chris Shepherd The privacy of Nelson’s only clothingoptional beach seems to have been secured, but comments from the developer working on the surrounding land suggest the neighbourhood that will be built might not want a nude beach next door. At last week’s arts and culture forum, mayoral candidate David Aaron announced the developer working on Nelson Landing had decided to move houses away from Red Sands Beach, a move that means woods that surround the beach will be left standing. Speaking after the forum, Aaron said he has heard opposition from “various sectors of the community” about David Sorensen’s plans to build over the waterfront forest. Aaron says he contacted Sorensen to learn more about the development and the two had an indepth discussion that Aaron called a “meeting of the minds.” Throughout his discussion with the developer, Aaron was clear that he was a concerned citizen and not an elected official. The issue of Red

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Niel Courtoreille, administrator for Our Daily Bread, hopes the community will help fill the fridge.

I wasn’t thinking in terms of clothing optional. I was thinking in terms of the use and enjoyment of the beach in proximity of a natural forest. David Aaron, Nelson mayoral candidate Sand’s status as a clothing-optional beach didn’t come up, Aaron said. “I wasn’t thinking in terms of clothing optional. I was thinking in terms of the use and enjoyment of the beach in proximity of a natural forest.” Sorensen, who is the owner of Sorensen Homes, which plans on creating up to 182 housing units on the former Kootenay Forest Products lands, confirmed Aaron’s announcement.

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The cupboards are looking bare Food providers need help during tight times by Chris Shepherd Our Daily Bread and the Nelson Food Cupboard Society, organizations on the front lines providing food for those in need, are in need themselves. Our Daily Bread was especially hit hard this summer, says Niel Courtoreille, administrator for the facility. “In September we were nearly out of money. We were almost broke.” Our Daily Bread provides a hot lunch from Monday to Friday. A normal month will see them serve at most 900 people. This August they served 1,950 people and Courtoreille believes the increase was because of the Shambhala Music Festival. While the meals are free, guests are able to donate if they like. During the entire month of August they received just $15. Courtoreille put the word out they needed help and were rewarded with $12,000 from people in the community, $5,000 from RDCK Area F and $2,500 from Area E. Lately, the people who go to Our Daily Bread for meals have also been donating more. Courtoreille says they receive roughly $20 a day since they let guests know the service is on the brink. The Nelson Food Cupboard needs more donations also says Marya Skrypiczajko,

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coordinator for the Nelson Food Cupboard Society. The food cupboard gets 750 customers a month, a number that doesn’t fluctuate over the year, she says. She’s concerned the economic downturn could mean fewer donations this winter but says a recent partnership with Scotiabank can counter that. Until the end of November, monetary donations dropped off at the bank for the society will be matched by Scotiabank. Food can be dropped off at the society’s location in the basement of the Nelson United Church at 602 Silica St. The food bank is open Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. News of the difficulties got to the staff at Stepping Stones, the temporary shelter in downtown Nelson operated by Nelson CARES. There will be a bin at the Nelson CARES office at suite 201-182 Baker St., from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. where people can drop off food. Donations over $20 will get tax receipts mailed to them as well. People who want to donate directly to Our Daily Bread can drop food off at 812 Stanley St. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday.

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age cards for cameras and tripods. He’ll have a few of the actual models in the store to give customers a chance to hold and try the camera, but he’ll order much of what customers want, at least in terms of cameras. While customers may not be able to get what they want immediately, they won’t have much of a wait, Bruce says. “Most of the stuff will take, at most, a week to get in.” Bruce hopes to offer basic camera courses in January to help people get the most out of their cameras. “It’s one thing to sell a person a camera. It’s another thing to make them happy with it.” Kokanee Camera Company is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bruce can be reached at (250) 352-7799, by e-mail at info@kokaneecamera. com or online at www. kokaneecamera.com.

ping, as well as raise funds for the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House. Women will be treated to massages, goody bags, manicures and makeovers, as well as food and refreshments. There are also door prizes, many of which were donated by Nelson’s local business owners. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House, a program of the Nelson Community Services Center which offers an emergency shelter and support services for women(and their children) who are leaving abusive relationships. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at Pharmasave on Baker Street.

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Gord McAdams, left, drew laughs from the audience and his competitors for mayor (Philip McMillan, centre and David Aaron) when he joked about how he has a good listening ability because his ears are always close to the ground. Nelson voters had a chance to see all the candidates for the municipality’s positions at a forum on Monday, Nov. 10 at the Central Education Centre.

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Candidates for Nelson’s mayor, council and school trustees covered a host of topics at the all-candidates forum last week in an effort to pull ahead from the pack leading up to election day. The forum, held at the Central Education Centre on Monday, Nov. 10, filled the school’s gym. One question early in the night touched on where the candidates stood on adding water metres to homes so larger homes that use more water would pay more. Councillor candidate Kim Charlesworth said she

was in favour of the metres. “But I also think it also has to be taken into consideration with a tiered pricing structure so we’re not penalizing some families.” Donna Macdonald, running for council after a break from public office, was also in favour of adding water metres. “I think it’s fair to people and it’s been proven to be effective in encouraging people to conserve water.” Mayor John Dooley said the aging infrastructure has to be fixed before something like water metres could be added. “I think we’re a long way

away from water metering.” The water master plan showed the system was leaking, Dooley said. “Our focus needs to be on fixing the pipes that are broken in the ground and losing ground.” David Aaron, one of Dooley’s competitors for mayor, said global warming and decreasing snow packs to feed the streams that in turn supply Nelson show there’s a need for greater water conservation. “To that effect I would support water metering.” Later in the evening Bob Adams, seeking another term as councillor, returned

to the issue of water metering and said they would be too expensive to bring to Nelson. Instead, Adams suggested differential fees for small and large homes. “If you live in a small, single family house and you’re the only person there, your water rate is lower. If you’re in a big, five and half million dollar house with a huge yard to water and with six people living in the house, then your water rates are way higher. You can do that a lot cheaper than putting in at least $2 million worth of equipment.” See HOUSING p.21…

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The EcoSociety recently hosted an all candidates forum on sustainability in advance of the upcoming municipal election – the first of its kind in Nelson. Questions that were put to the candidates included: How does Nelson plan to be carbon neutral by 2012? How will council help foster a green transportation system in and around Nelson? How will Nelson have a significant and constructive voice in land use issues like independent power projects and backcountry development outside of city limits? The focus of this forum was on environmental and economic sustainability because it is becoming increasingly clear that the way forward must dovetail environmental solutions with wise economics. Although all of the candidates demonstrated some understanding of sustainability issues, it was

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apparent that they, like most of us, have much to learn in this area. This shouldn’t be surprising considering we still hear many people in power using the term “sustainability” interchangeably with “economic growth.” Sustainability in its true sense is something much different and involves redesigning our human societies so that they don’t compromise the ecological systems that sustain

humanity for generations to come. In order for this to occur, we must facilitate the development of just, equitable, caring, ecocentric societies unlike those of today that strive to sustain material lifestyles that outstrip the earth’s biological carrying capacity. How might the new City council embrace sustainability principles? Nelson has signed on to the province’s goal for municipalities to be carbon neutral by 2012. While Nelson has begun to take baby steps towards reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, it is just beginning to wrap its head around how it will get to net zero GHG emissions in just three years. In order to have even a remote chance of achieving this goal, council must immediately complete an analysis of how this might be possible and implement a plan early in the new-year.

With the urgent need to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and develop a secure food supply, Nelson must also get busy with launching and supporting local food initiatives. It’s time for council to work with the many resourceful local people in this matter and strikeup a community task force to determine how to best foster a local food system. A “serious” food farmer’s market, organic farming program at Selkirk College, partnership with existing food initiatives, like the grain CSA, and education and promotion of local food gardening are actions the City could take within the next year to give local food security a big lift. All of us know that we must take bold steps towards living in balance with the earth. Will the new council be willing to work with the community to take us where we need to go?

Matt Lowe is a member of the West Kootenay EcoSociety and is a campaign coordinator for the society. For more information contact the EcoSociety at eco@kics.bc.ca or 354-19

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The Express finishes its special section on the local regional district, muncipal and school district elections shaping up in the West Kootenay

Candidate forums and meetings Nelson mayoral debate

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hume Hotel

The four candidates for Nelson’s mayoral position will square off at this event.

School trustees all-candidates forum

Thursday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Best Western Baker Street Inn, 153 Baker St.

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.

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 What should be done with empty school buildings?

Randy Brieter

I would push for partnerships with community groups or businesses for use of the buildings on a lease or rent basis. This funding source can then be used to off set maintenance costs, while keeping the property for future growth needs.

Victoria Vaseleniuck Existing empty school buildings should often be sold off, but not in every case. Some buildings are best gifted to the community and some buildings are best enveloped for future use when enrolment increases. Each empty school building must individually considered.

Would you be in favour of developing alternative school programs like Wildflower?

Victoria Vaseleniuck I am favour of investigating the feasibility of alternate programs. Not every student or family has the same needs and we must provide the best possible education to all of our children.

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I believe that we need to explore all possibilities related to leasing these buildings to agencies that would fulfill an identified community need. I believe that ownership needs to remain in the hands of the Board because population shifts could require them as schools in the future.

The board evaluates if the building or property is needed in the future. The board then needs to ensure that the best use of the building in the interm. These building are part of the community, the community has to be envolved. It also has to make business sense.

Alternative school programs have proven value and are the right of student and taxpayer choice. However, strong conventional Public Education must be properly funded and remain the backbone of our K to 12 educational system.

I do support alternative programs but believe that the need for these has to be clearly identified.

I feel we always need to be investigating ways we can reach out to kids. Not all kids and families are the same, I feel we have a reponsibility to education all children, how we do that may be different in different situations. We need to ensure no kid is left behind.

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Nelson mayoral candidates Does the City have a role in providing affordable housing? What is it?

What do you think last council’s greatest mistake was?

What message would you give to developers looking at Nelson?

Should we have a moratorium on waterfront development until council adopts a waterfront plan?

David Aaron

Leadership. Immediate action is required to house and sustain the heart & soul of our strained cultural sector and weakened employment base. Planning should bind council to approving only those developments that fulfill an affordable housing quota. Let’s not let Nelson become a retirement community for only the wealthiest people.

Council ignored the public (Davies Park); evaded opportunities to gauge opposition (Kutenai Landing); and rezoned that site unlawfully. The days of development at any cost are over. We need to grow on our own terms. Furthermore, council alienated a precious segment of our youth by dithering on the skate park.

We welcome you to inspire us with your vision. You can help us grow in a way that establishes affordable housing, stokes our economic vitality, maximizes local hire, boosts our cultural sector and maintains our graceful orientation to the natural environment. Your primary relationship is with the people of Nelson.

Yes. A plan empowers the community to bind council – so that development decisions must reflect the articulated values of the community. Sensitive developers will work with us on a plan for endorsement by the community as full participants in the decisions that will shape our waterfront.“Planned Development” per www.davidaaron.com

John Dooley

It plays a crucial role in developing an accurate understanding of the local and regional situation in consultation with local organizations. We can develop partnerships to generate funding and planning opportunities. We can be an advocate for housing alternatives and create bylaw planning/zoning regulations to support affordable housing initiatives.

I have been most frustrated with the lack of progress on the Skateboard Park. This project did not have adequately established site criteria, had poor consultation with all impacted parties, and did not have a thorough analysis of options. I personally commit to taking on this project and we will deliver a skate park.

We will review all proposals in a professional, fair and open manner, with due diligence paid to all our bylaws, regulations and standards. We will analyze the potential impact of any development on our community. We expect developers to consult with the community and be flexible in making adjustments to increase community comfort.

With Council consent, a Waterfront Plan will be completed in 2009. Council approved a new Official Community Plan to assess proposals; waterfront or otherwise. The guiding principles to all planning decisions are contained within the OCP and our bylaws. With those checks in place there is no reason for a moratorium.

Gord McAdams

This is the number one issue for the business and social sectors. We should address this issue from many angles: making land available, assisting developers, increasing density, working with private employers, assisted living for seniors and partnering with the college. Recent 25% tax and utility increases have compounded the problem.

Council was reluctant to provide information freely, fully engage the citizens, present the results objectively and justify decisions where public support was open to dispute or lacking. This disregard for transparency caused much of the dissatisfaction from Kootenai Landing, Davies Street Park, to the removal of several signature trees, etc.

Developers will know that along with the normal extensive involvement of our planning department, neighbourhood and community support is a critical factor in the approval process. I encouraged the development on Hoover to first get the neighbours on side and when the project had their support, approval was granted expeditiously.

Developers will be encouraged to engage the community at the earliest stage of planning. They will be made aware that projects not in accordance with the OCP and waterfront visioning document will not move to public hearing stage until the publicly supported Waterfront Plan is passed by council.

Philip McMillan

Yes. Our role is to stop paying money to study the problem, we should be funding action plans to deal with the problem. Give me the $100,000 we are going to spend on another affordable housing study and I will give out $2000 grants to create a rental unit.

It’s more than a mistake it’s a shame that we still don’t have a Skate Park. Here are a group of kids who did what needed to be done. They formed the committee, gathered the public input and did the fund-raising. In return we give them delay after delay and hoop after hoop.

I believe the interest of the people of the community has to come first in all things. I will show favour to any developer that wishes to develop rental units in town. This way the people we want working in our shops and restaurants will be able to live in town.

Yes. If you don’t know the will of the people you are not serving them. When the only input is what you think and maybe people who are close enough to advise you on an issue think, you only serve the interest of a small group not the community.

Nelson council candidates Bob Adams

Yes, Nelson does have a role in assisting to provide affordable housing. We also have to partner with non profit groups and business to do this. Some costs could be provided in-kind, such as building permits, and connection fees. Road allowance and street ends could help with land.

It took too long to make some important decisions such as a location for a skate park.

Developers need to know we are open for business. Orderly, progressive growth and densification need to be stressed. We must make sure developers are aware of the guidelines in the OCP and work with us to make their development fit Nelson and the developer. New development will increase our tax base.

We need to work on the Waterfront Plan but should not place a moratorium on a project that could work well in Nelson. Council has to move ahead on the Waterfront Plan while maintaining an open mind, examining every development to reach a good fit for Nelson.

Kim Charlesworth

Yes - The City’s role is being a partner at the table with community groups and stakeholders most connected to the issue and ensure that a cohesive strategy is in place. The City can apply for grants, leverage funds, use zoning and policy as tools, and possibly donate land.

I see two major mistakes. Perpetuating a culture within council and administration that is not open to dialogue with citizens and community groups - the clients/customers of City Hall. Also, not realizing that community health depends as much on social and environmental health as it does on economic health.

That we are only open for business that promotes the environmental and social aspects of community health equally with the economic. We will not compromise on our community values.

I think we can avoid a moratorium. The WVD is not binding, but does provide good guiding principles. If we move ahead quickly on finalizing the WVD, and negotiate only within what we can reasonably foresee, we are being both transparent to the community, and fair to developers and investors.

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Nelson council candidates (continued) Does the City have a role in providing affordable housing? What is it?

What do you think last council’s greatest mistake was?

What message would you give to developers looking at Nelson?

Should we have a moratorium on waterfront development until council adopts a waterfront plan?

Robin Cherbo

The current role has been to extract a fee from developments for a affordable housing fund. The City supports affordable housing with zoning and facilitating projects through BC housing. The City surplus lands and Davis Street Park lots could used for affordable housing projects through a nonprofit process.

Approving the Kootenay Landing project without having the ‘Waterfront Master Plan’ completed in the OCP. The “visioning Document’s could have been adopted until the ‘Waterfront Master Plan’ was in place. Unfortunately, the Kootenay Landing project will have to be surmounted, so it does not set president for future development.

Nelson welcomes developers with a vibrate and diverse economy. There are opportunities to for economical ‘green’ development projects, that deal positively with public participation and input. If developers take the time to design projects to fit into the community life style they will be more than welcome.

No moratorium on developments, but a interim ‘green’ guideline along with a emphasis on a percentage being affordable housing units, until the completion of the Waterfront Master Plan. Support from the City and the economic pressure will hopefully encourage developers to be community friendly and as ‘carbon neutral’ as possible.

Deb Kozak

I support a full spectrum of housing options to keep our community diverse and healthy. I am actively working with developers, non-profits, business, and regional district to develop a regional housing strategy. Local governments can facilitate the development of affordable spaces and ensure their retention through appropriate bylaws and policies.

In a word – communication. When you consider the scope of the city’s services, each day is filled with a myriad of issues to tackle and decisions to make in every department. From parks to operations to planning, getting the word out and receiving community feedback is challenging and needs improvement.

Nelson is a vibrant, diverse community with an intelligent, involved citizenry. The community’s vision is embodied in the Official Community Plan. Nelson welcomes development that engages and energizes citizens in its concept, manifests the community’s vision and represents the values of Nelson.

Not necessary. The city employs two full-time planners who are actively engaged in community development and planning which includes the waterfront. The updated Official Community Plan has been adopted and guides their work. Any proposed development must include community input and there is very limited land left available to develop.

Donna Macdonald

The major role is that of catalyst and convenor. Many groups are working on this issue, but coordination is needed. The City should convene a housing committee, using its influence to ensure all parties participate. Other opportunities should also be seized – e.g., where provision of City-owned land would trigger significant government funding.

The last Council did not do well in the area of communication and consultation. Whether simply informing residents of the rules about water conservation, ensuring appropriate opportunities for input and consultation on large developments, or effectively using weekly columns and the city newsletter, there was definite room for improvement.

If this question pertains to large developers (as opposed to my neighbour who’s doing a reno), my message would be – we have a winning formula in Nelson. That’s why you want to be here. Work with us. Be part of our community, not the change you want to see.

I don’t know if we have authority to impose a moratorium. However, I do know that a waterfront master plan is a top priority. That comprehensive plan must look at land use (e.g., design guidelines, which uses happen where) as well as transportation, public spaces and other amenities (e.g., affordable housing components).

Ian Mason

The city’s role should be to establish a favorable regulatory environment that facilitates the creation and responsible management of affordable housing units relative to community need. It’s important that people who work in Nelson, have opportunity to live in Nelson.

Dropping the ball on the skate-park site decision. A preferred site was approved “in principle” but abandoned without completion of due diligence. Multiple sites were named disregarding park criteria, volunteer/community impact and user needs. The current process equals pounding a square peg through a round hole.

You will need to acquaint yourself with our community to better your chance at getting your project approved. The project better be green, pay for any infrastructure upgrades, contain a range of values, contribute to the affordable housing stock and be an asset to our community.

No. The 1993 OCP called for a WMP. The waterfront has evolved positively and progressively from 1993 to 2008. The 2008 OCP also calls for a WMP. Council should commit to creating a Waterfront Master Plan because it’s the right thing to do, not from fear of development.

Margaret Stacey

The City is a facilitator for agencies, developers and government housing partnerships. We zone and bonus for density, and extract affordable housing from developers. We are taking the lead in a regional housing strategy, which should include labour force housing and the most marginalized folks.

As I opposed it, I would have to say the Kootenai Landing approval was our greatest mistake, but that being said, I hope it’s done well and becomes a very viable development. Council’s greatest successes were biting the bullet on the long-overdue civic infrastructure plan and approving the OCP.

I would tell developers to learn the community well, and talk to the neighbourhood before presenting to the City of Nelson. Do their homework.

I don’t think it’s a good idea to put a moratorium on waterfront development, as we may miss something really opportune for the community while we are shaping the plan, which is currently a top priority anyway.

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Election Coverage

RDCK director candidates Should the RDCK run a regional transit system?

How would you ask Interior Health to improve health care in your area?

While recognizing that travel provides a unique challenge for a certain portion of our citizens, unfortunately, the provision of an organized, regularly scheduled, mass transit system would probably be too expensive because of our small widely dispersed population. There are probably other matters which are more pressing.

Since care has been centralized and we are faced with having to transport emergency care patients over difficult terrain in a timely manner, I believe that we need helicopter transport similar to the “STARS” program in Alberta.

What was the biggest mistake the RDCK made in the past three years?

What would be your first priority to accomplish in 2009?

AREA D

Larry Greenlaw

I believe that we need to urgently address our local economic challengese, especially that of job creation and retention, by working with the Province to encourage new small businesses and new industry and production initiatives based upon whatever natural advantages that we have in this area. No response provided.

Andy Shadrack

Yes, the RDCK should merge the seven separate sub-regional services so that there is a single integrated system operated with Nelson, Castlegar and Trail. North Shore service should be extended to Ainsworth, and the Kaslo to Meadow Creek/ Argenta service times should be improved to maximize the number of potential passengers.

A medical service clinic should be provided at the Lardeau Valley Community Centre every two weeks; staffing levels need to be improved to meet requirements of a remote rural area, ie. for the Public Health Nurse; and the number of in-patient and outpatient services offered at Kootenay Lake Hospital expanded.

In 2007 I voted with the Board to use surpluses to keep tax increases down. In 2008 taxes were raised higher than the rate of inflation because those surpluses were gone. Future surpluses should be used to create capital replacement reserves as a means to lower borrowing costs for projects.

RDCK wide, balance the budget without reducing services and raising taxes above the rate of inflation, while ensuring adoption of a Climate Change carbon emission reduction plan. Area D wide, continue improvement in delivery of (especially fire) services, and sub-regionally help generate employment opportunities in the Lardeau Valley.

Ramona Faust

The RDCK should retain a central role in providing a regional system that is convenient and extends to Blewett, HarropProcter and is timed to provide options for East Shore residents. Increased service for area D residents would increase ridership and options for people living in the area to work in Nelson.

Integrate the input from nurses and doctors into their models for service delivery. Retain the services of a surgeon at Kootenay Lake Hospital, Provide the equipment required to stop patients from being transported to Trail and Kelowna for tests. Increase support for seniors to stay in their homes or provide more intermediate care facilities.

From the communities in Area E it seems the blue bag system should have undergone a community consultation process. I have to assume that people in public service go forward and do what they feel is right and may not please all of the people all of the time.

I will need to establish a community advisory committee. I also want to educate myself on priority issues as well as ongoing operational issues of the RDCK. From community consultations, I have learned priorities are recycling system, water supply, neighbourhood land use issues, transit and keeping taxes low.

Garry Kalinski

Yes it already runs one and is committed to trying to make it the best rural transit system in British Columbia. There are definitely improvements that need to be made in that regard in Area ‘E’ which are being discussed.

To complete the first floor renovation on Kootenay Lake Hospital which vastly improves the emergency department and diagnostic imaging. Continue to work with docters to resolve issues around ICU and Surgury. Continue to work with the provincial government and BC ambulance to resolve issues around response times and availability of ambulances.

I don’t think it is appropriate to talk about mistakes others have made without having all the information that they had while making the decisions. Because of the make–up of boards and the democratic decision making process, almost all decisions made are not perfect decisions for everyone.

My first priority would be to set up a volunteer Advisory Planning Committee comprised of people from all districts from area E.

Stephan Martineau

The valley transit system should be expanded and improved to suit the needs of residents and attract more users, initially by adding a second morning run to Nelson, a late run on Saturday night back from Nelson, a daily service from Silverton to Nakusp, and a Sunday round-trip to Nelson.

A Slocan Valley health clinic is needed, one that would offer a range of medical and alternative health services. We also require more home support workers to enable frail seniors to live in the home of their choice. Senior housing in proximity to facilities should also be a local priority.

Millions of dollars have been available provincially and federally to boost our local economy, and the Slocan Valley has seen none of it. As your new director I would work with you to bring these available funds to our region and build a strong, diversified and sustainable local economy.

I would investigate building inspector problems and defend residents rights to build affordable structures appropriate for rural living. I would halt the current South planning process, and begin meeting with residents to see what could truly sustain our rural values. I will help Slocan Park residents negotiate a watershed protection plan.

Don Munro

The rural electoral areas surrounding Nelson have a coordinated Transit System. The system in the Slocan Valley is directed and funded by BC Transit, the Village of Slocan and Areas E, F & H. Talks are currently underway to incorporate the Nelson System into a single RDCK Transit service.

The focus of our discussions with IHA should be to restore the Kootenay Lake Hospital to its previous level of health care services. Centralizing services in Trail does not meet the needs of rural residents. The decision to upgrade the emergency ward at KLH is a step in the right direction.

The RDCK should have requested a judicial review of the Province’s policy change in allocating the Grant-in Lieu of taxes from BC Hydro. This change in the allocation formula cost the RDCK $247,000 when this amount went directly to Nelson instead of the RDCK. This was a mistake by the RDCK.

The upgrade of our water systems must be our top priority in 2009. The RDCK currently has 5 systems under boil water advisories with two of these systems in Area H. Once these systems meet Provincial health standards we can work with other community systems facing the same problems.

Walter Popoff

RDCK involvement and promotion of the regional transit system is must to keep providing the residents with the much need transportation. With the price of fuel ever increasing the transit system provides a more economical mode of transportation to all residents and is well used.

Restore the Emergency service at Castlegar Hospital to a 24/7 operation. Provide an Intensive Care Unit at the Nelson Hospital. Maintain the level of Health Care Service in New Denver. Long term establish a Regional Hospital at a more central location and provide more long term care beds.

Introduction of the current planning process in Area “H” without having a mandate from the electorate especially when the current Director made the campaign promise not to introduce planning. RDCK initially ignoring the 1582 signature petition from residents of Area “H” asking for a vote on planning.

Resolve the current pending lawsuits in Area “H” out of court to save taxpayer dollars. Unite Area “H” as one area again and not have it split up as the North and the South pitting community against community.

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Election Coverage Village of Slocan mayoral candidates What services should the Village of Slocan provide that it is not already?

John Gates

Develop a system where the residents can water their lawns and gardens without restrictions and not using expensive treated water. Develop a curb side recycling system similar to the one just put in place in Castlegar, RDCK Areas I, J and the lower part of Area H.

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What services are the Village of Slocan currently offering that it should not?

What is a major change you see happening in the Village of Slocan?

All services currently being provided by the Village have been researched and discussed by former Councils. I do not see any reason to change any at this time.

Development of a downtown core on lower Harold Street, with the Fitness Centre, Library and Medical Centre finally starting to be used. The development of the Beach and Trailhead Areas and new houses being built around town. All of which means the town is growing.

Madeleine Perriere Slocan has created a wellness centre and the staffing is a great challenge. We have to recruit a doctor (part time) and a nurse practionner. We are currently working to achieve this. A fitness center is opening soon, a great example of community effort.

In a small village like Slocan we have few services offered and currently I do not believe we are offering any service we should not provide to the population.

I’m not sure Slocan will see a major change, but a solid team can listen to the people and direct their energy toward a common goal. The hydro plant project is the best example for bringing financial stability for Slocan.

Jessica Lunn At this point, none. It is important that we prioritize our energies and resources to support the development and delivery of services for which there is a demand. Likewise, we need to use and/or develop models of service delivery that make sense for our rural location and small population.

We’ve had some exciting developments in the past year with the construction of the skate park, and the organization of the fitness and wellness centre. There have also been changes in our population with people moving in to retire – and others leaving to find work.

The Village should step back from the RV Park and Campground. It is not as it could be from poor location to mismanagement, it is a real promising business that is sadly lacking attention!

Development! For the first time in many decades people are building, expanding homes and businesses with a lot of TLC! We are making our Slocan a better community for everyone through hardwork and dedication. Keep up the great work it is helping to put our town back on the map!

Patricia McGreal None. Rather than providing services, I believe that the Village’s role should be to facilitate their provision, for example, by negotiating for a regular visiting physician, supporting fund-raising efforts for the recreation complex, making space available for the library, and so on.

I am not aware of any.

Presently I see an increase in the number of vacant homes used only a couple of weeks in the summer while there is a shortage of rental accommodation. I look ahead to Slocan attracting a full-time resident population with amenities for all ages.

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Jean Pattterson At this point I can’t think of any that are feasible.

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Tamara Matthews The Village should be sending out a quarterely report to everyone detailing progress and projects, as well as including a financial statement. Bigger events that last longer and include more planning for families.

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Village of Slocan council candidates The village could play a more supportive role in facilitating the delivery of services by agencies and organizations that are mandated to provide service to the region. This includes health, business development, seniors services and others. Likewise, the village should support community organizations that are already doing this.

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The village is currently not offering too many services.

Families are moving here.

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Opinions & Letters All is not fixed with Obama’s election

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The candidates have done their job, now you do yours. Go vote The candidates are just about finished their part of the democratic process. When the mayoral candidates finish tonight, and the school trustee candidates tomorrow, the work shifts to the voter. For the past few weeks the candidates have gone through interviews with local media, been grilled at forums and ribbed by their competitors. They’ve gone through a lot and the electorate owe them thanks for stepping up and wanting to serve our community. The best way to thank them is to vote. The point of all those questions has been to get a sense of who you think will be the best suited to lead our community – whether it’s the rural areas, the City of Nelson, or the school board. Weigh what you’ve learned with how you feel. Talk to people who agree with you and talk with people who come from different view points. Then vote. This is the democratic process and this is what each and every voter must do. Remembrance Day was yesterday, a day to remember sacrifice. Remember, the men and women of our Armed Forces sacrificed their lives in war to ensure we still have the right to cast a vote for who shall serve us. Election day is Saturday, Nov. 15. Go vote.

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Dear editor, Barack Obama has eloquently and gracefully won the presidency with his promise of change, but the military-industrial complex is still alive and feeding on endless war. The billionaires and CEOs are still concentrating the wealth of the world through the suffering of the poor and powerless, and the destruction of the biosphere.

If the people of America will not or cannot hold the Bush administration and their corporate cronies responsible for their war crimes and crimes against humanity, then we – neighbours and citizens of the world – must do so, and bring them to trial at the World Court in the Hague. This would send a clear, urgent message to Barack Obama and his successors about holding

to their stated lofty ideals and ruling by law. The Americans claim to be protecting us all from our enemies, and we people of the world have a lot to say about how they go about it – and about whom our enemies really are. And we had better say it! David Lancaster, Nelson

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Barite risks minimal Regional B.C. Centre for Disease Control doctor says possible dust not a major health concern by Chris Shepherd With news that a barite crushing plant is still planned for part of the CP Rail lands, rumours about the dangers of the material have circulated like toxic dust, but a scientist with the B.C. Centre for Disease Control says dust isn’t a major concern. “It’s dust that’s your main concern. To be quite honest, with respect to toxicity, you’re not looking at something that is highly toxic here,” says Dr. Ray Copes. According to Joe Mather, general manager of minerals and aggregates for Arrow Reload Systems, the company hopes to being construction on the crushing plant by spring 2009. The plant will take rocks from a mine

in Washington state, grind them up and ship the product, called drilling mud, to the oil fields of Alberta. The plant was first announced in December 2007 and at an all candidates’ forum at the end of October it was announced the plant was on hold. It was, temporarily, but Mather later confirmed the plant was back on track after the Washington mine underwent a revamped mining proposal. Mather said the crushing would be done inside and filters would stop the dust from escaping. The raw material would be kept outdoors and it would be misted to keep any dust from blowing around, Mather said. Barite is a variant of barium, a heavy metal that is

used for medical purposes, often given to patients to swallow or as an enema to make X-rays of the digestive track show up better. Barite has been used for a long time, Dr. Copes says, and there have been many studies on workers who have been exposed to high levels of Barite dust in the past. “A lot of workers who have been exposed to pretty high inhalation levels of that kind of dust . . . developed baritosis,” says Dr. Copes, though he added WorkSafeBC regulations would not allow such conditions to happen today. Baritosis is a “benign lung disease,” Dr. Copes says, because, unlike coal or silica, the damage does not cause scaring that reduces lung function.

The crushing should be done in a proper location to control for noise, dust control, prevention of runoff and getting barite into the lake Dr. Copes says. “There are concerns about any contaminant getting into water.” There have been some studies looking at barite getting into water systems but because it is not easily absorbed by the body. Studies around the world have looked at barium levels in drinking water and links to hypertension, cardiac disease and kidney disease, but those were very high barite conditions, Dr. Copes said.“Good environmental hygiene and running any kind of operation like that, you want to make sure you don’t have this stuff going off site.”

Take Back the Night this evening Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m. at the Kootenay Country Store Cooperative, 295 Baker St. Women and gender queer-identified individuals are invited to reclaim the streets and raise awareness about systemic violence. A national event since the late 1970s, this year’s Take Back the Night in Nelson will begin with a rally at the Kootenay Coop and follow with a walk through Nelson’s

downtown core. Coffee and treats will be provided. Community speakers include, but aren’t limited to, Rona Park, executive director for the Nelson CARES Society, Marilyn James and her daughter Taress Alexis, Marsha Early, specialized victim assistance worker at the Advocacy Centre, and Inspector Paivarinta from the Nelson City Police. The event will finish off with an

open-mic coffeehouse at the Coconut Lounge, which will take place at about 8 p.m. While the march is for self-identified women and gender queer individuals, everyone is invited to attend the rally prior to it and the coffeehouse afterwards. For more details, phone Anna Planedin at the Advocacy Centre (250) 352-5777 or e-mail her at aplanedin@nelsoncares.ca.

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Affordable housing must go into rural areas, say proponents by Chris Shepherd Affordable housing proponents are optimistic they’re closer to a regional solution to housing problems after their latest meeting. Three important agreements came out of the Wednesday, Nov. 5 meeting, says Derek Murphy, a consultant hired by the Social Planning Action Network (SPAN). There are two key areas work is needed in order for the West Kootenay to have affordable housing, Murphy says. The actual buildings need to be built and there needs to be what Murphy calls a “dual track approach.” This means there need to be housing options for high need people and housing for people who have jobs but cannot afford housing in Nelson’s expensive market. To achieve these goals, attendees at last week’s meeting – which included members of

Nelson’s social services, candidates for the city’s council and mayor and the surrounding rural areas – agreed to work on creating an affordable housing partnership between the City of Nelson, social networks and the Regional District of Central Kootenay. Murphy says that partnership would hopefully be funded through grants for a six-month period. “This partnership has to prove itself,” Murphy says. Murphy says participation of the rural government is vital to providing affordable housing. Nelson does not have enough land to build the housing options that are needed, says Murphy. For housing projects to actually be affordable, they have to be larger. “The economies of scale can’t be reached in Nelson. If we’re to go large scale we’ll have to do it outside of Nelson.”

Hotel operators wary of new tax Proposed tax on hotels, motels and B&Bs would fund “destination marketing organization” to draw more visitors to the Kootenay Lake area tributed $52,638.24 to the DMO at their Monday, Nov. 3 meeting. That money came via a grant from the Union of B.C. Municipalities. Regional District of Central Kootenay Areas E and F have pledged $12,185 and $14,192 respectively. Another issue Martin wants to see addressed is the control of the DMO. Similar organizations in other parts of the province

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have been established, and Martin has heard some of those have been effectively taken over by people not involved with accommodation. Thomson says the DMO would be run by the industry stakeholders including accommodation providers. The board of directors would also need to reflect the region’s culture, retail and outdoor activity sectors, says Thomson.

The destination marketing organization is important to the region’s tourism, says Thompson, and would work to draw tourists for the spring and fall shoulder seasons. Martin also says there hasn’t been a concrete marketing effort with solid funding. “We really rely on word of mouth,” says Martin. “It would be neat to see what we could achieve.”

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DMO. Provincial legislation allows for the hotel tax, Thomson says, but not for other forms of taxation to fund the DMO, which means solutions have to be creative. Ongoing funding for the organization would come from the hotel tax, Thomson said, though he’s gone to local governments to get start-up cash. The City of Nelson con-

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Hotel, motel and B&B operators in the Kootenay Lake area have some reservations about a proposed hotel tax that would fund a regional marketing initiative. Called a destination marketing organization (DMO), the project would see accommodation providers (which includes hotels, motels and most B&Bs) collect a two per cent tax from guests. The tax would end up with the organization, tentatively called the Nelson Kootenay Lake DMO, and would be used to promote the region, says Tom Thomson, executive director of the Nelson Chamber of Commerce. While Thomson has spearheaded the effort to create the DMO he emphasizes the organization would not be a part of the chamber. Instead, the DMO would form its own society. He says the DMO provides the “best of both worlds.” When a tourist comes to the area they have to stay somewhere, Thomson says. Some of the money they pay then gets used to bring more tourists. “The money is coming

out of the visitor’s pocket.” Before the two per cent tax can be implemented, 51 per cent of accommodation providers, representing 51 per cent of the beds in the area, have to sign on. Once that threshold is reached, all accommodation providers, whether they signed on or not, would have to collect the two per cent tax. The affected business owners are waiting to hear more before they step up. Ryan Martin, owner of the Hume Hotel and Best Western Baker Street Inn, has his own concerns about the arrangement, but has sat on an interim board that is looking at how a local DMO would work. “We don’t feel that it’s fair that the hotel guests get taxed to pay for this,” Martin says. He would like to see other businesses that benefit from tourism – like restuarants and other amenity providers – play a role in funding the DMO as well. Accomodation providers in the area will meet at some point to come to a decision on whether they will take part, Martin said. Thomson agrees there needs to be a way for other businesses to help fund the

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City says no to GE plants

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by Chris Shepherd

Selkirk nursing students fundraiser for Guatemala support

Motion not legally binding, but proponents hope it will lead to regional ban on gentically engineered organisms It doesn’t happen often, but council received a burst of applause when they approved a motion calling for the region to be free of genetically-engineered plants and trees. The decision pleased Jon Steinman. The host of Deconstructing Dinner – a radio program from Kootenay Co-op Radio that covers food issues – attended the meeting to see how council would vote on the motion. fSteinman and Kim Charlesworth, a candidate for Nelson’s council, initially presented the motion to oppose genetically engineered (GE) plants to council at their Monday, Oct. 20 meeting. Council tweaked the motion slightly, but Steinman says what was passed was good enough. “It sends a message and sets a precedent for a GE free region.” The motion says the City of Nelson opposes the cultivation of genetically engineered plants and trees in the municipality. It also says the City agrees to not purchase genetically engineered plants and trees for its own use.

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Jon Steinman, seen here during the Kootenay Harvest Revival in September, was happy and surprised Nelson City council approved a motion to oppose the use of genetically engineered plants and trees within the city limits.

The quick decision by all councillors surprised Steinman. “I didn’t expected it to pass unanimously,” Steinman said after council passed the motion. “I think it shows we had an effective presentation.”

Steinman also said the timing of the presentation was intended to help the cause. “It was an election issue which is what we wanted.” Steinman said he plans on taking the Nelson motion to other municipalities and even-

tually the Regional District of Central Kootenay. The regional government could be a challenge, Steinman said, because some farmers around Creston – a town whose mayor sits on the board – use genetically-engineered crops.

Friends of Nelson Elders in Care has funds for ways to serve seniors

All proceeds from the sale of The Best of Digital Film Camp 2007-08 DVD go towards funding participants who could not otherwise afford to attend the film camp. The Summer Digital Film Camp for youth ages 8-17 has created over 60 new filmmakers in our midst. Hatched in 2007 by Amy Bohigian’s Watershed Productions in partnership with Selkirk College, the film camp seeks to put youth in charge of their own stories as directors, producers, and editors. The DVD offers an outlet for these young filmmakers to be seen for their originality and talent. Containing a range of eight short films for all tastes, the DVD includes the ever-popular film camp classic, SUD-P: Special Unit Dog Patrol which deals with the dog bylaw controversy from a new angle. The DVD can be bought for $10 at Reo’s and Otter Books or by contacting Watershed Productions directly at (250)505-5169 or amy@watershedproductions.ca. – submitted

The annual general meeting of the Friends of Nelson Elders in Care will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 10:30 a.m., at Bethel Christian Centre, 623 Gordon Rd. The Friends’ mandate is to enhance the well-being of seniors in our community, whether living at home or in a care facility. Over the last few years, Friends has funded, in whole or in part, a number of activities and initiatives that meet the mandate. Eighty per cent of the Red Cross Medical Equipment Loan Service (MELS) clients are seniors, so dispersing funds to MELS is a nobrainer. Jubilee Manor’s bus upgrade and the patio/garden project have had funding from Friends. The Manor has received funding through the Seniors’ Co-ordinating Society for computers for residents. Friends is covering the cost of the internet hook-up.

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A music program for residents of Mountain Lakes has been funded by a Friends grant, as has been a wall murals art project for the walls of Mountain Lakes done by students of L.V. Rogers Secondary School. The Nelson Municipal Library will have

a regular book exchange at Mountain Lakes with a financial assist from Friends. This list is far from inclusive. The Nelson and District Credit Union and the Osprey Foundation have helped to make the funds available to Friends. The Credit Union’s matching grants for donations made to the Seniors Trust Fund of the Osprey Foundation, and the Osprey Foundation’s decision to give the right of dispersal of other seniors-related funds to the Friends has increased the number of projects that Friends can assist. So the executive is always open to applications for funds and innovative ways to serve and to members who want to get involved. New blood and fresh ideas are always welcome. Call Bette Craig, chair of the Friends, at (250) 352-7153 or Betty Millar at (250) 3523585.

This column intends to publicize agencies that support seniors’ activities, the lifestyle of interesting seniors, and topics of interest to seniors and those who care about seniors. As well, we – the column and I – will express opinion related to the things, both naughty and nice, that governments and their agencies do to and for seniors. Those opinions will be mine, and not necessarily those of the Express.

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Friday, Nov. 21, 6 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St. This will be a night of simple food, stories, music, laughter and prizes, at a festive Rice and Beans Dinner. This is to support third year Selkirk College nursing students who will participate in a practice experience to Guatemala this spring. The evening will include uplifting music, a stimulating presentation on community health in the rural highlands and jungles of Guatemala, draw prizes, and of course, rice and beans. Cost is $10-$15 at the door. Children are welcome (and eat free). For information, or to make a donation, call (250) 352-5272.

See Cuba from the inside

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at the Slocan Park Hall, 3036 Hwy. 6, beside the Slocan Park Co-op For 18 years Val and Terry Rilkoff from Grand Forks have taken groups of travellers to discover the Cuba that most never see. They will host an evening talk where they’ll share some of their rich experiences. When the Rilkoffs’ started travelling to Cuba in 1990, it was still supported by the Soviet Union, with everything being made available through the ration stores. Then came the collapse of the Soviet Union and Cuba was forced to reinvent itself to stay alive. From necessity, the country has become a leading advocate for organic growing and the concept of urban gardening. During this evening get together, through slides, movie and pictures, The Rilkoffs recount some of the dramatic twists and turns the Cuban “experience” has produced. Their recollections are intimate and have been both incredibly rewarding and incredibly frustrating in this country of paradox and passion. If planning to attend, contact Slocan Valley Recreation at (250) 2260008 (just so they put out enough chairs).

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Books, movies and teens at the library

Friday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. In keeping with the theme of books and movies, the library is showing its fourth movie for teens, Spirited away. This is a story of a girl named Chihiro who discovers a secret world when she and her family get lost and travel through a hill side tunnel. An Academy Award winning movie, the books by the same name are a series of graphic novels. This movie has a PG rating and is for youth age 12 to 17. Teens are invited to enjoy a snack and a chance to win some prizes. The library is also looking for teens to join their Teen Advisory

Board and contribute ideas about programming and purchasing new teen materials. Any youth with a bit of time could help make the library an even greater place for teens. In the meantime, lots of new titles will soon arrive in the teen section. With the recent changes at Nelson Library, teen needs have not been forgotten with the arrival of the latest in books, graphic novels and – something brand new – books on MP3. Contact Joanne with ideas or for more information about what is happening for teens at (250) 352-6333 or jharris@nelson.ca.

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SD8 makes expanded Trafalgar top priority School district wants to use provincial election to gather support for bigger school by Chris Shepherd School trustees hope to take advantage of the upcoming provincial election and secure support for adding a kindergarten to Grade 5 school at Trafalgar Middle School. At their Tuesday, Oct. 28 meeting, trustees made getting approval from the Ministry of Education to expand the Nelson school their top priority for the upcoming year. The priority comes from the school district’s plan for dealing with declining enrollment, said Bob Wright, trustee and chair of the board. The plan is to take the students from South Nelson Elementary School and put them into

We’ve set ourselves up for the state of enrollment and now we can go forward.

Bob Wright, chair of the School District 8 board

a kindergarten to Grade 5 wing to be built at Trafalgar. Wright says the two schools will run as they do now, just on the same location at 1201

Josephine St. Parents of South Nelson students are aware of the school district’s plans, says Christine Deynaka, co chair of the South Nel]son Parent Advisory Council. “It is being factored into long-term decision making,” Deynaka said. “I think the issue will become more relevant as time goes by.” Wright was unable to say how long it would be before construction would begin at Trafalgar. “Nothing’s been started. That’s why we want to start pressuring the government at election time.” South Nelson’s move is part of a larger reconfiguration of the school district.

That reconfiguration included a musical-chairlike shifting of students. Gordon Sargent Elementary School was moved into South Nelson this September, while A.I. Collinson was moved into Hume Elementary. Grade 6 students from around Nelson were shifted to Trafalgar while Trafalgar’s Grade 9s were moved to L.V. Rogers Secondary School. “It was a busy summer,” Wright said. He credits hard work by the school district’s staff for making a smooth transition. “We’ve set ourselves up for the state of enrollment and now we can go forward,” Wright said. “We don’t see any further enrollment decline.”

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Thanks to funds raised by the Friends of the Library, with support from BC Hydro, the Nelson Municipal Library has two new early literacy stations for their youngest members to enjoy. Pictured sitting are Friends members Miriam Williams, left, and Bev Robertson, and, standing, chief librarian June Stockdale, left, and Friends president Catherine Hargreaves.

Briefly Medicine, microbanks and children

Saturday, Nov. 15, 11 a.m. at the Best Western Baker Street Inn, 153 Baker St. Dr. Mackay, Rotarian, will be the guest speaker for the Nelson District University Women in the Best Western’s Kestrel Room. The topic will cover medicine, microbanks and the Market Children Program. Interested persons are welcome. The women meet for 9:30 a.m. coffee;10 a.m., meeting;11-speaker; and a noon lunch. Dr. Mackay is part of the program that monitors the Market Children program and the microbank program. He has returned a number of times with medicines and equipment for the local people in Honduras since an initial trip in 2000 when a group of Rotarians from this area went to Honduras in response to an appeal for housing for victims of a hurricane. Ultimately, the aim is to provide money for them to go to school, to allow them to get respectable jobs and prevent the girls, particularly, from living a life as prostitutes.

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Stars align for local opera

Five Artists

Opening reception Friday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Greek tragedy draws on deep pool of talent in Nelson to present a tale of love and second chances gallery 378 in the basement of Craft Connection, by Chris Shepherd 378 Baker Street During the months Orfeo and Euridice of November and Friday, Nov. 14 and December, gallery 378 Saturday, Nov. 15, 8 p.m. at will feature the paintthe Capitol Theatre ings of five distinct artThe names behind this ists. weekend’s opera, Orfeo Liam Hanna-Lloyd is and Euridice, read like a a young up-and-coming who’s who of the talented artist from Victoria. �� women that call Nelson Using a collage tech�� home. �� nique, he incorporates Bessie �� Wapp and three dimensional �� Allison Girvan play the objects like string and �� lead characters and the buttons with paint and �� two take their musical paper. The overall direction from Kathleen effect created is raw �� Neudorf �� (and Vic and abstract. Neufeld, talented, but not Rossland artists a woman)�� and dramatic Stephanie Gauvin and direction �� from Nicola Jenny Baillie depict Harwood. Orfeo and local landscapes in bold Euridice was a natural and colourful impres�� selection for the Nelson sionist ways. Both Community Opera to put �� Gauvin and Baillies on Neudorf says. sweeping mountain �� The opera calls for scenes are reminiscent two female leads, a small of the group of seven. �� orchestra and a large choFabric artist Kate rus; all of which are readBridger has created a �� ily available in Nelson. series of pieces based With all the pieces for on her recent trip to CHRIS SHEPHERD the show, it was easy for Orfeo (played by Bessie Wapp) gazes at his dead wife, Euridice (played by Allison Girvan. The tragic Greek tale explores “elemental Tuscany, depicting its Neudorf to select the emotions” and draws on the deep talent pool Nelson has to offer. vast beauty as well as opera. the simplicity of everyOrfeo and Euridice is day objects. based on a Greek myth a loved one back to life. to help them follow the to make the lyrics clear Vicky Haywood is about Orfeo (also known “This second chance to story. over the orchestra and a new artist that uses as Orpheus and played by bring someone back is the Neudorf says the cast is understandable throughsilhouetted portraits Wapp) a man known as chance to say something perfect for telling a tragic out the Capitol Theatre’s on pastel backgrounds the greatest musician on you never did,” Neudorf story without going over space. with a lace overlay, creEarth. says. the top. Girvan’s talents For Girvan, performing ating a retro feel to the Through a series of Director Harwood says for dramatic music are in Orfeo and Euridice is images. events, his wife Euridice the opera is an excellent well established and Wapp returning to her musical For more informa(played by Girvan) is introduction to the talentis known for her musical roots. The opera is one tion phone (250) 352killed. Orfeo is given a ed people who call Nelson We’re pulling back and acting talents. of the earliest written 3006. chance to bring his wife home and a good intro- as much as we “I wanted someone (1762) and Girvan says back (courtesy of the duction to opera. who could convince the that shows in the perforVelisek’s god of love, Eros, played The three actors are can and letting the audience dramatically as mance. by Neudorf) but there’s accompanied by a 16- music speak for well as musically.” “For me, it’s interestartist talk a catch. Orfeo cannot member chorus and an itself. Casting Wapp in a male ing that it doesn’t have Thursday, Nov. 13, 6:30 look back at his wife and 18-member orchestra. role isn’t odd for this the ‘meat’ people think p.m. at Touchstones cannot tell her why he While opera may have opera. It was written when of when they think of Nelson, 502 Vernon St. isn’t looking. The situa- connotations of the meloNicola Harwood, castrated males were com- opera.” Missing are the Slocan Valley arttion proves too much for dramatic, Harwood says director mon actors, but women epic arias and full-blown ist Peter Velisek will Euridice who pressures the acting style of the have played Orfeo since passion. speak about his paintOrfeo to look at her. women mellows out the the second production. “You have to dig a ings in his exhibition Orfeo relents, turning to story. Making the jump from bit to find the emotion,” Malè události: Small look at her and killing “We’re pulling back as Eastern European-style Girvan says. events now showing at her with that look. much as we can and letmusic to opera was a dif“It is there,” she says, in Touchstones Nelson. The story is a tragedy ting the music speak for ficult one, Wapp says. the “elemental emotions The exhibition runs but one that Neudorf says itself.” All the music is in She took lessons from of love and betrayal.” until Sunday, Nov. 30. tells of something we all English and the audience Neudorf to give her Tickets are $21 for wished we could do: bring will even get a synopsis the technique needed adults, $16 for seniors.

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Kelly’s birthday blues bash

continue with the Holly and Jon Band delivering up their powerful mix Saturday, Nov. 15 at The of blues, originals, and R’n’B. Royal on Baker The members of these Saturday is local musician Kelly Fawcett’s birth- two fine ensembles include: day and so the Royal Bo Conlan (vocals, peron Baker is throwing a cussion, guitar), Jon Birthday Blues Bash that Burden (vocals, guitar), Brad Mair (drums), Ron anyone will enjoy. The night will feature Butler (trumpet), Holly two fabulous Kootenay Burden (bass, vocals), bands: Blue Yonder Bill Wilson (drums) and and The Holly and Jon Clinton Swanson (saxoBand. Blue Yonder, in phones). To top the night off, their Nelson debut, will open with �� a groovy set of free birthday cake will be original music flavoured served. �� The show starts at 9pm, with blues, R’n’B and �� worldbeat. The party will cover is $10.

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Mat the Alien

Friday, Nov. 14 at the Spiritbar Let’s clear something up. Technically Mat is not an alien. He grew up not too far from Manchester (U.K.) and moved to Canada in the mid ‘90s to follow his snowboarding addiction which he stumbled upon during a trip to Austria. He has been DJing since ‘88 and was inspired to play the drums by local bands such as (The Stone Roses and Happy Mondays) after being introduced to the DJ

culture of the acid house warehouse parties he was hooked on blending beats on the turn tables. He further developed his style while working in his family’s record store. It wasn’t until after he arrived in Canada that his turntable abilities suddenly jumped to new heights. Mat The Alien is simply awe inspiring and arguably the best dj/turntablist residing in British Columbia. Opening set by DJ Bryx. $10 at the door

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Roman Danylo

Saturday, Nov. 22, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Stand-up, sketch and improv. Like a sampler platter of treats these forms of comedy will be served up by Roman Danylo at the Capitol Theatre next weekend, and he hopes to include some local flavour in the offering. Star of Comedy Inc. on CTV for the past five years, Danylo is taking his show on the road. “I didn’t want to do the normal, horrible environments comedians usually do,” Danylo says. Bars, restaurants and corporate gigs aren’t well suited to experiencing comedy, he says. Bar goers are looking to get drunk

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and in restaurants, the bill is usually �� show across Canada he’s solicited delivered just as the act is hitting its involvement from local talent. He’s climax. had high school improv groups to “Comics rarely get to play a theatre local celebrities on stage with him. but it’s the ideal environment.” Interested people can contact him He’s been travelling the country through his website (www.romandaas part of his Roman Around the nylo.com) and some might be invited Country tour and each performance onto the stage. has been unique, thanks to the parHis humour is the kind of observaticipation of improv friends around tional humour made popular by Jerry the country and whatever local talent Seinfeld and the improv will draw on chooses to get up on stage. the audience for laughs. For Nelson’s show he’ll bring Danylo also offers a workshop on long-time friend Chris Casillan from comedy on Saturday at Oxygen Art Vancouver. Centre where he’ll teach the tricks “The great thing about working of stand-up, improv and the business with old friends is they don’t respect side of comedy, an aspect that rarely me,” Danylo says. “So it often gets gets the attention it deserves, says personal.” Danylo. Adding to the mix, Danylo wants Tickets are $20 for adults, $16 stuto draw on Nelson’s talent. For every dents.

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Dear Toni gets an A Locally written childrens book scores top marks depicting the familiar struggles of a young girl getting to know a new town by Antonia Banyard

Dear Toni

by Cyndi Sand-Eveland Tundra Books, 129 pages, $16.99 Available at Otter Books Before I say anything about Dear Toni, the debut children’s novel by Nelson writer Cyndi Sand-Eveland, I must confess my bias: the title includes my own name. Naturally, I felt favourable towards this book before even cracking open the cover. Other readers, though, will love the sixth-grade narrator Gene Tucks, not the Toni of the title. The novel, for children nine to 11 years old, is a series of Gene’s journal entries written as a class assignment over 100 days. The journals are to be sealed in a vault at the local museum for 40 years, when future Grade 6 students will read them. The assignment is the last straw for beleaguered Gene. The Tucks family had to move from their home “Up North” when Gene’s father lost his job. New to town and

Gene’s struggles will no doubt sound familiar, though her voice gives them a unique spin.

friendless, she feels out of place at school, where the popular kids shut her out. Though the town remains nameless, local readers will pick up on several West Kootenay references and will enjoy guessing where Gene might live. Gene’s struggles will no doubt sound familiar, though her voice gives them a unique spin. She longs for: a best friend’ a dog; to make the school grass hockey team; and a room of her own. The solutions, where there are ones, often come from surprising corners and, true to life, are not always resolved completely. The pages, designed to look like lined notepaper, are liberally sprinkled with Gene’s doodles. The illustrations add extra charm to this fun and easy-to-read novel. The book was launched at the library on Saturday, Nov. 1, where Sand-Eveland read to a packed room. “The best part of reading this book,” SandEveland said later, “is seeing how kids respond. I love watching kids laugh.”

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The Best of the Cromoli Brothers

Friday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. at Ymir Hall Reached just outside of Yahk, B.C., where the ‘87 Toyota Tercel that serves as the Cromolibile is getting a new alternator, St. John Cromoli had this to say about the Ymir gig. “Well, obviously, if its good enough for Michael Franti then its good enough for the Cromoli Brothers.” The show, written and performed by Lucas Myers, features all of the Cromoli classics including: Dear Mary I’m in a Gang Now, Pilot Talk, Cover Song,

Sex, Shot in the Dark, Nude Beach, and The Rich and a new number If I were Barrack Obama. Before the connections was lost St. John said: “We’re pulling out all the stops for this one. We’re going for it. Wheatgrass shots before the show, then espresso for the edge, then the pain killers, then some more wheatgrass, and its go time!” Tickets are $15 and $10 (for seniors, students and the unwaged) at the door or Eddy Music in Nelson. For information go to www.pilotcopilot.com Warning: Nude sock puppets, hilarity, Jesus.

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ties. The band fuses the Dehli to Dublin traditional sounds of tabla, Saturday, Nov. 15 at the dhol, fiddle, and sitar with Spiritbar cutting edge DJ aesthetics, Delhi 2 Dublin is the new to create a highly charged sound of music! Blending multicultural dance celeast and west, electronic ebration. and acoustic, mainstream Originally formed for a and underground, the five one-shot performance durmember D2D crew takes ing Vancouver’s Celtic Fest �� listeners on �� a wild and bor- in March of 2006, word of derless trip �through global their foot stomping, high �� sounds � and synchronicienergy live set started to ��

spread, and the project soon took a life of it’s own. With the able help of Nelson’s very own global fusion pioneer Adham Shaikh, they’ve just finished production of their first full length CD. Opening set by The Man In Havana. See www. mountainthunderpresents. com for more information. $15 at the door.

Literary competition winners ��

�� and �� The Nelson District Arts Council Ideas Café were: recently partnered with Oxygen Art Poetry: first prize – Jane Byers Centre to produce the 2008 Literary Fiction: first prize – Sarah Butler Competition and Festival, which cul-�� Fiction: second prize – Sharmaine minated in an award ceremony and Gray reading �� by winners at the Ideas Café on Non-fiction first prize – Toko-pa Friday, Oct. 24. Each writer had a week Turner �� in which to produce a manuscript of no Non-fiction second prize – Liz �� more than 30 pages, which was then Hardwick juried by a member of the professional Youth first prize – Eli Bukowski �� writing community in the Nelson area. Youth second prize – Joel Wheeler The jurors were unanimously impressed Winners were presented with a cash �� with the quality of writing that was award, and will have an opportunity in �� submitted this year, and a few of the the near future to be interviewed and winners have been encouraged to seek read a selection from their manuscripts opportunities to have their work pub- on Kootenay Co-op Radio. lished. The winners announced at the – submitted

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Ongoing Events Wednesdays

Sundays

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? Meet every Wednesday, 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 further info. please call 250505-5583 WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30pm - 9:30pm $10 dropin fee. Full equipment required. Information: 250-359-7036 . ALCOHOLICSANONYMOUS Harrop Hall, Harrop 5:30pm.

TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone, beginners welcome. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. 352-2455. 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 p.m. All welcome. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10am, The Cellar. 717A Vernon St., Nelson 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 SUNDAY AFTERNOON WORSHIP 4pm, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 321 Silica St. 354-3308

Thursdays 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. SIGNING CHOIR (sign language) 3:30 at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 79pm at the Mary Hall Gym. For information call Anne at 3527536 or Guy at 352-6330.

Fridays GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362. NELSON AA - F-TROOP meeting at the Cellar 717A Vernon St 8pm.

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. The Nelson Scrabble Club meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. please call 250-505-5583

Sundays CHANT VESPERS Ever y 3rd Sunday of the month. 7pm St. Saviour’s, Ward & Silica. Visit www.studiocanilena.com or 3522338 for more information. 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

Mondays NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30-7:30 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 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. 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. MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan BADMINTON Mon. Wed. 7:30 p.m. 359-7610 NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 7-9 p.m. at the Mary Hall Gym. For information call Anne at 3527536 or Guy at 352-6330.

Tuesdays PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 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. YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE Al-Anon Meeting 8pm. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. AA TARRY ENG- RUSSIAN GROUP Brent Kennedy School, 7pm Slocan Junction. “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 Poznikof f 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!

JUDE DAVIDSON SINGS classic songs & originals, 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s Restaurant. Good food and music. DELHI TO DUBLIN blending east and west to create a highly charged multicultural dance celebration. Opening set by The Man In Havana. Spirit Bar $10 at the door.

Thurs. Nov 13 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 14 FINLEY’S GAME NIGHT, “Name that Tune” at followed by live music at 10 p.m. DJ TERRANTINO Top 40 retro at The Spiritbar RYLAN PLAYS AT MAX & IRMA’S Solo finger syle guitar 6-9 p.m. Tasty tones, great food, good times! MATT THE ALIEN . Arugably the best turntablist residing in BC right now. Opening set by DJ Brynx. Spirit Bar $10 at the door.

Sat. Nov 15 Ali Friesen & others TBA unplugged at Ellisons Indoor Market & Cafe, 12-3. DRIFTWOOD (MARV WALKER AND DAN OBRADOVIC) play conteporar y classics at the Balfour Beach Inn, 5:30 p.m. LIVE at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Librar y Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel, the Incomparable Hume Quartet. KELLY’S BIRTHDAY BLUES bash. Blue Yonder And the Holly and Jon Band play for local ar tist kelly Fawcett’s birthday. Hosted by The Royal on Baker 9pm. $10 at the door. Free birthday cake.

Sun. Nov 16 SARAH AND RICH Per form 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 at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel.

Mon. Nov 17 SARAH McGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel. 6-10 p.m.

Tues. Nov 18 Live Open Stage at Finley’s Irish Pub, everyone welcome. LISTEN TO THE SWEET SOUNDS of Nikko ever y Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m.

Wed. Nov 19 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

Thurs. Nov 20 Studio Cantilena, Gregorian Chanting. Concer t star ts promptly at 6:30pm. By donation, suggested $5

Special Events Thursday Nov 13

Sunday Nov 16

Peter Velisek Slocan valley Artist will speak about his paintings in his exibition ‘Malè události: Small Events’ at Touchstones Nelson 6:30pm.

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE 3 – 5:30pm at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St (upstairs). By donation, ever yone welcome. Bring non-marking indoor footwear and a water bottle. Information: 825-0012. WHITEWATER SKI TEAM Ski & Snowboard SWAP. Hume school 1-3pm. Drop off 9am-11:30am

Friday Nov 14 . Selkirk Weavers’ Guild Sale. Fri, Nov 14,4-9. Sat, Nov. 15, 9am4pm. Quality Inn, Castlegar YOGA & ART OF BREATHING Workshop. Directing attention to the breath is the key to unlocking the great benefits of yoga. Master teacher Andy Sugarman travels from New York to share his knowledge. 2-5pm at the Shanti Yoga Studio, 466 Josephine St. Info: www.shantiyoga.ca

Saturday Nov 15 BALFOUR HALL’S “One and Only” Christmas Craft Faire, 9AM-2PM. Door Prizes! Free Admission! or Food donations for Transistion House. YOGA & ART OF BREATHING Workshop. Directing attention to the breath is the key to unlocking the great benefits of yoga. Master teacher Andy Sugarman travels from New York to share his knowledge. 25pm at the Shanti Yoga Studio, 466 Josephine St. Nelson. Info: www.shantiyoga.ca

Sunday Nov 16 FREE HOLISTIC HEALTH workshops and open house! Visit www.naturalpathhealing.com/ events.html or call (250)3520165. 669 Baker Street YOGA & ART OF BREATHING Workshop. Directing attention to the breath is the key to unlocking the great benefits of yoga. Master teacher Andy Sugarman travels from New York to share his knowledge. 25pm at the Shanti Yoga Studio, 466 Josephine St. Nelson. Info: www.shantiyoga.ca EXTREME PERCISSION ORCHESTRA The Capitol Kids Series Presents SWARM 2pm. All tickets $12.50 Charge by phone 352.6363

Wednesday 19 Notice of Annual General Meeting: The Whole School is holding its AGM at the Appledale Hall at 6:30 pm. Members of the public welcome to attend to learn more about us and share their ideas. STORY STOPS - for kids 6 & under. 15 minute storytime @ 2:30. Nelson Municipal Library. 352-8283.

Thursday Nov 20 STORY STOPS - for kids 6 & under. 15 minute storytime @ 2:30. Nelson Municipal Library. 352-8283.

Friday Nov 21 STORY STOPS - for kids 6 & under. 15 minute storytime @ 3:30. Nelson Municipal Library. 352-8283. FREE FOOD for KIDS. Join 3rd year Selkirk College nursing students for rice & beans. Learn about community-based health initiatives in Guatemala. Music and prizes. Adults $10$15. 6pm at the Nelson United Church. Info/donate call 250352-5272.

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Tools to manage stress levels Waking with a start, you look over at your alarm clock. Oh my god, you’ve slept in! You realize you have 45 minutes to get the kids to school and yourself to work! Sound stressful? Stress is the mental and physical reaction to any outside pressures that disrupt the body’s normal balance. When this happens, our brains send out neurochemicals and hormones to create a stress response (fight or flee) in the body. Stress is a normal part of our lives and it can actually help us learn and grow. However, if we experience chronic stress our bodies may not be able to turn off this stress response even at times when there are no stress triggers. Chronic stress can lead to serious health issues such as high blood pressure, depression, anxiety disorders, gastrointestinal disorders and migraine headaches just to name a few. Stress can also weaken the immune system leading to an increased risk of flu, colds and autoimmune diseases. There are many options available to help manage stress. Exercising on a regular basis is the best thing

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you can do to lower your stress level. Activities such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, qi gong and dancing are also very helpful in reducing stress. It may also help to formulate coping strategies for common stress triggers in your life. Strategies such as efficient time management, excellent nutrition and adequate sleep for the body all help to reduce stress in daily life. Remembering to take time to rest and relax with family and friends can significantly reduce stress. Create social networks for yourself and have fun! Some professional therapies that help manage and reduce stress are stress management counseling, massage therapy and acupuncture.

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. Shauna Robertson is a registered acupuncturist practicing at the Community First Health Coop. She enjoys treating a wide range of conditions including acute and chronic pain, women’s health issues and pediatrics. She can be reached at (250) 352-2167 or shauna@anhc.ca

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Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Jen Cherewaty, RAC, Balance for Body & Soul ...... 354-1752 Claudia Kavcic RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa ....... 352-3280 Sandra Mason, RAC ....................................................551-0110 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890

Ayurveda

Michele P. Greco, Ayur. Practitioner, RMT, AAHE......352-5343

Art Therapy

Clearwater Art Therapy ............................................ 505-1100

Astrology

Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings .................... 352-2455

Body Piercing

Aura & Chakra Biofeedback/Bodywork, Homo Divinus ........505-5067

Bodywork

Thai, Jin Shin Do, dance, Qi Gong, Bliss. Marisa . 352-3312

Breathwork

Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation .................. 227-6877

Chiropractic

McKenzie Community Chiropractic ........................... 352-1322

Coaching

Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280

Colonics Kokanee Physiotherapy Clinic Susan Faye and her associates at kokanee physiotherapy would like to welcome Lorraine Douglas to the clinic. Lorraine brings over 15 years experience and will be happy to see new and previous clients. The clinic offers a full spectrum of services for neck and back pain/orthopeadics, sports injuries, vestibular rehabilitation, acupuncture, orthotics and custom knee bracing. WCB and ICBC claims welcome. Please call 250-352-7030 for an appointment.

Hair Care

Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ............... 354-1202

Herbalist

Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist ...... 551-4528

Homeopathy

Margo MacLaren DHom ............................................. 354-7072

Hypnotherapy

Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist ............ 354-7750

Massage Services

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports ..............229-4424 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..............505-4284 Palliative Massage Course, July 3-10, 2009 ...........1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage...........505-4144 Rub It In, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...... 352-6804 Thai Massage, Mina Palmer, CTT at Shanti Yoga ...........352-7703 Galena-DeepT,Swedish,Lomi,structl Shalimar ...................354-4408

Nutritionists

Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling......................505-9854

Pharmacy

Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. ..... 352-6928

Pilates

Kootenai Pilates 540 Baker St. ................................ 352-1600

Registered Massage Therapists

Hydrotherapy, Living Foods, Coaching ..................... 352-6419

Daniel Voykin, RMT 523 Josephine ...c509-0345 o352-0459 Jennifer Johnston RMT 101-518 Lake St. .............. 551-1197

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Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy ........354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling ..... 505-8170 Lee Reid, MA, RCC, Addictions & Trauma ............... 352-3870 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more.... 1-877-688-5565

Feldenkrais Method

Karen Hornby, RN, BSN. 507 Baker St., #210 ........ 509-1850

Shiatsu

Kimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa ............... 354-4408

Social Work

Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor .............................505-8044 Susan Grimble, Classes/Sessions Learn to move! .. 352-3449 Judy Katz, GCFP, Private & Group Lessons ..............352-3319 Spas Physical Problems & Nothing has worked? Give me call and Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St............................352-3280 let’s get moving! Call Hilary ......................................354-7616 �� Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ............. 354-4408

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THE HEALTH PAGES Eat your greens, for healthy bones Chew On This

Tara Stark

If you need another reason to add leafy green vegetables to your shopping list this week, here it is. They are good for your bones. While they are relatively poor sources of calcium; a huge spinach salad won’t deliver as much calcium as a cup of yogurt; leafy greens are rich in vitamin K, a vitamin that is associated with high bone density.

Half a cup of cooked kale, spinach, collards, beet greens or turnip greens gives you a healthy dose of bone strengthening vitamin K. Vitamin K also plays a role in blood clotting. People on blood thinners should speak to a health professional before increasing the amount of vitamin K in their diet.

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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Friday, Nov. 14 to Sunday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Shanti Yoga Studio, 466 Josephine St. Directing attention to the breath is key to unlocking the great benefits of yoga, thereby enhancing quality of life. People can attend any, or all three afternoon workshops. Master teacher Andy Sugarman travels from New York to share his knowledge and skills in the art of breathing. For details visit www. shantiyoga.ca.

Personal and community empowerment workshop

Sunday, Nov. 16 and Sunday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Nelson The Circle of Habondia Lending Society offers this free two-day workshop. Four West Kootenay women will share inspiring personal and community empowerment, leadership, self awareness, micro financing, board development, internal and external awareness and creativity. Attendees must commit to attending both full days. Travel and childcare subsidies are available. Space is limited. To sign up or for additional information call (250) 551-0671 or e-mail habondiaco@gmail. com.

Birthing from within

Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Manistone Centre, 507 Baker St. These prenatal classes are a holistic approach to childbirth preparation. “Birthing from within integrates intuitive knowledge with practical information using a variety of learning mediums such as dynamic roleplays, lively discussions, and introspective exercises”, says Delia Aaron, childbirth educator. Couples will have the opportunity to learn and practice pain-coping tools in every class to help prepare for the intensity of labour. The classes are ideal for parents planning either a home birth or a hospital birth with doctors or midwives. Aaron says she can meet participants’ needs for practical knowledge about birth and babies, and will support them in the exploration of the emotional aspects of birth and parenting. Prenatal classes will cover: stages of labour, birth fears and informed consent, creating your birth space, birth art exploration, breastfeeding and baby care basics, postpartum healing. Pre-register at The Sistering Tree 551-3156. Cost is $190. Scholarships available.

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• Water Safety Instructor Course! ______ This course is the second step to becoming a swimming instructor. If you have taken your Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course and are 16 years old, register today! Course dates are November 27-30th.

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Thursday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus in Nelson Have you or a family member recently been diagnosed with possible Alzheimer disease? The Alzheimer Society of BC will help participants with the next steps. This workshop is a starting point. It offers an overview of Alzheimer’s and dementia, available support and services, plus strategies to cope with the impact on people with dementia and their families. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Cost is $20 per family, or $10 per individual. Call (250) 352-6601 to register. For further information contact the WK Alzheimer Resource Centre at (250) 352-6788, 1-877-452-6788 or e-mail lhoskin@alzheimerbc.org.

lent mental illnesses, crisis intervention and awareness skills. The Nelson Friendship Outreach Clubhouse is a support resource for those challenged by mental health and addiction issues. Volunteers can contribute in one or more of the following ways: weekend staffing of the Clubhouse, driving, cooking support, fundraising, public education, and group facilitation. For further information and registration call Heather Myers, Clubhouse coordinator, at (250) 505-7251.

Kootenay Food Strategy Society calls for directors

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at the Community Forum Room, CBT Building 445 13th Ave, Castlegar Are you concerned about or interested in our local food supply? Our resiliency in food? Would you like to learn more �� about all the great food grown Nelson Friendship �� and available in our region? Outreach Clubhouse fall Would you like to see a thriving �� local food system? Please contraining �� sider joining the Kootenay Food Late November in Nelson The Nelson Friendship Outreach Strategy Society (KFSS) as a soci�� ety director. Clubhouse is offering volunteer The evening will include a training this month. �� This training is free and gives presentation called Regional a good overview of the common Resiliency in Food Supply by challenges those with mental George Penfold, regional innovahealth issues are faced with. The tion chair at Selkirk College. For more information training includes conflict resolution, overview of the most preva- call (250) 365-7678, e-mail

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Doukhobor seed exchange

Saturday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1816 Brilliant Rd. Organizers of this event say that for those that are growing seeds, which have a history behind them, it is wise documenting this information. Organizers will discuss how to save seeds, keeping seeds healthy, avoiding cross-pollination, saving the gene pool and other vital information. They suggest participants bring those cans and jars that grandmother had carefully stored with seeds – they may be viable. This is a day for the novice and the experienced; all are welcome even if they do not have any seeds of their own yet. A vegetarian lunch will be available from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. A donation of $20 for the event is suggested. To register for the workshop, reserve a table to trade seeds; or for more information, call (250) 365-3512, e-mail netta_herbalist@ hotmail.com. Donations may be mailed to: Netta Zeberoff 1853 Pass Creek Rd. Castlegar BC, V1N 4S6.

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“Mr. Aaron’s constituency had expressed some concern to try and save the forest in that cluster,” Sorensen said during a phone interivew. “If I could do that by moving units south and still getting what I need for my investors at the same time satisfying that kind of concern, I thought I could do that.” Sorensen’s new plans will put a public parking lot beside the wooded area and add a path to the beach. The developer knows the beach is currently a clothingoptional beach and he said it is not up to him to decide whether that continues. However, he did raise the concerns of the future neighbourhood. “My feeling is that with the neighbourhood, with houses 150 feet away from the beach, and public access to the beach and the parking, it just might change in character. But it’s not mine to comment on.” Aaron agreed the concerns of future residents

could pose a problem for Red Sand’s clothing optional status. “It’s just a matter of finding the right balance between those interests and the interests of other centres of the population.” Sorensen and Aaron also discussed working together – if Aaron were elected mayor – to make the buildings work at their new location, specifically addressing municipal planning concerns and conditions the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) might have. “I said I could, physically move them down, but, are you Mr. Aaron, prepared to support us doing so? Both in relation to planning staff, council and to the DFO. And he said ‘Absolutely.’” That’s right, Aaron said. “I’m prepared to help the alteration of the plan.” Sorensen was optimistic the plans he would bring forward would be welcomed by the federal government. “What is there is a legacy of the mill. Quite frankly, anything will be an improvement.”

The candidates were also asked about what is getting in the way of affordable housing in Nelson. The question was right up Councillor Deb Kozak’s alley, who sits on the Advisory Planning Commission. There’s little land available in Nelson, Kozak said. “We are in the process of developing a regional housing strategy in conjunction with SPAN [the Social Planning Action Network].” (see story on page 11). Coun. Margaret Stacey, council’s liaison for social planning, said she could talk all night about this issue. Rental stock is decreasing and nobody is building more rental units, Stacey said. Densification bylaws and density bonuses can’t solve the problem. “I think the answer myself is in entry-level housing – trailers basically.” People’s expectations have to change also, she said. “The acceptance of living with less, all of us should be doing that.” Coun. Robin Cherbo said the City should try to retain more public servants and not contract out to provide well-paying jobs in Nelson. Cherbo also lamented

the loss of provincial jobs in the community years ago, an event that removed many paying jobs from the community and changed the nature of Nelson. Cherbo said the City of Nelson is one of the few in the province to support secondary suites in homes as a way to provide affordable housing. “This is a big topic,” Coun. Ian Mason said as he addressed the question. “A lot of our past needs have been met. What has changed is our current need. So that means it’s time to come up with strategies to address that.” Coun. Gord McAdams, looking to move up to the mayor’s chair this time around, called the current situation a perfect storm of rising housing prices. The economic climate and downloading by senior government have created a big issue, McAdams said. The problem faces employers, seniors, students and families. There are a number of possible solutions, but McAdams closed by drawing attention to taxes the City recently raised. “Our water and sewer rates have raised by 25 per cent in the last two years. We’re part of the problem, not the solution.” The candidates for mayor were also asked about their thoughts on consulting with Nelsonites

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on Taser use by the Nelson Police Department. The mayor chairs the City’s police board and works with police on their policies. Philip McMillan said he supported such a consultation. McMillan said the majority of people Tasered are unarmed. Someone who pulls a weapon on a police officer should suffer the consequences of their actions, McMillan said. “But when someone is mentally ill, unarmed, distraught, we shouldn’t be shooting them with an untested electrical device.” Mayor Dooley, the current chair of the police board, said the province is holding its own consulta-

tion right now. “If the community is not satisfied with the outcomes, I’ll be more than happy to have a community consultation around the use of Tasers, absolutely.” Coun. McAdams agreed with the need for consultation and criticized the timing of a police order for three more Tasers shortly after a man was Tasered and killed in Vancouver International Airport. Aaron said the consultation was a good idea. “This is your city, this is your police force. I think that’s why we should continue to have them so they can be responsive to your needs.” Election day is Saturday, Nov. 15.

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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land FrontCounter BC Cranbrook has accepted an application made by JNP Contracting Ltd. of Crescent Valley, BC on behalf of the Integrated Land Management Bureau (ILMB), Kootenay Region, for the licence of Occupation for the purpose of sand and gravel pit situated on DL 7369 lot 68 KLD consisting of 1 hectare more or less of Provincial Crown land near Krestova, BC. The ILMB File Number that has been established for this application is 4404897. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Natural Resource Ofﬁcer at FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road Cranbrook BC, V1C 7G1 or email to: lwbc.cranbrook@victoria.gov. bc.ca Comments will be received by FrontCounter BC until December 17, 2008. FrontCounter BC may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please refer to our website www.frontcounterbc.gov.bc.ca/ and follow the link to Crown land Applications - Applications and Reason for Decision Database for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at Integrated Land Management Bureau regional ofﬁce. ��

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Credit unions come through for Selkirk

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The Credit Union Foundation of British Columbia and the Nelson and District Credit Union commemorated 50 years of helping students throughout B.C. by donating $10,000 towards a bursary for Selkirk College students. The award will be available to B.C. resident students in attendance at Selkirk College in any program of study. Financial need is the prime criteria, however grades must be acceptable as well. Selkirk College also donated $5,000 towards the endowment, making them an equal partner in the establishment of the bursary. From left to right are Nelson and District Credit Union employees Cherese Guillee, Tara Keirn and Karlene Meister and director of communications and development at Selkirk College, Barry Auliffe.

Selkirk’s gala evening promises entertainment and chance to support the college Saturday, Nov. 22 in Mary Hall at Selkirk’s Tenth Street Campus Organizers say student accomplishments, energy and expertise will delight the senses as attendees enjoy five-course gourmet feast, dance to live entertainment, walk through artistic displays and bid on fabulous auction items. The 19th Annual Gala is created and produced entirely by Selkirk College students, to raise funds for awards, scholarships and bursaries. “Gala patrons are part of something very special,” explains Pat

Henman, event and donor development coordinator for Selkirk. “This is a wonderful way for individuals in our communities to contribute directly to supporting the future of students in our region.” This event showcases and celebrates the breadth of student talent and achievement. The dinner will be prepared and hosted by students of the professional cook and resort and hotel management programs. The live music will be provided courtesy of the contemporary music and technology students, the displays will be arranged

by Kootenay School of the Arts, and the service will be provided by students from the aviation program and the Selkirk Saints. Selkirk College recently joined the Aeroplan Charitable Pooling Program, which means that individuals have contributed their Aeroplan Miles in support of student scholarships, bursaries and awards. “With the help of the community and employees of Selkirk College, we have raised 70,000 miles to auction,” says Henman. “We are hoping that the money raised from this and other

auction items will be of great benefit to our students and will help their dreams come true.” Last year over $8,000 from the silent auction proceeds went to the Leo Perra Student Endowment Fund. This year proceeds will go to the Athletic Program in support of student athletes. Proceeds also support scholarships and bursaries for other college programs involved in hosting the gala. Tickets are $60 each or $440 for a table of eight. Call 1-866-301-6601 ext 386 to purchase tickets or a table. – submitted

Early Hearing Program for babies About one of every 300 infants is born with some level of hearing loss. If babies can’t hear very well, they will have problems learning how to talk and developing language skills. Both these challenges can lead to serious hurdles for healthy learning and development. To ensure Kootenay Boundary babies aren’t facing these hurdles, Interior Health is now screening all babies for hearing loss through the program – part of a province-wide initiative funded by the Provincial Health Services Authority. “The screening offered through this program is simple, safe and effective. This is an important

addition to the services we offer to kids and parents at Kootenay Lake Hospital,” said Diane Gagnon, health services administrator for Nelson. Testing is done by IH public health screeners at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital and Kootenay Lake Hospital before parents take their newborn home. If a baby misses the hearing screening in the hospital, then the family will be contacted to arrange a screening appointment with a public health screener at a local health unit. The program in Kootenay Boundary is an important partnership between acute

care and public health. During screenings, soft clicking sounds are played into a baby’s ears while a computer measures a baby’s responses. The hearing screenings are usually done when the baby is sleeping or quiet. For more information regarding the BC Early Hearing Program and developmental milestone guidelines, parents are encouraged to contact the Nelson Health Unit at 1-877-221-3388. More information on the BC Early Hearing Program is also available on the Provincial Health Services Authority website: www. phsa.ca/earlyhearing. – submitted

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FROM the Jubilee Manor Auxiliary to Walmart, Save-On-Foods and to all who supported our Fall Tea and Bazaar. Winners of the raffle prizes were: 1st - D Matheson, 2nd - C. Hurley. R. Chambers won the door prize.

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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 403-601-7370; Denice@KeithStewart.ca. 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 RANDY BRIETER FOR NELSON SCHOOL TRUSTEE. Collaborative approach to Public Education. Please vote Nov. 15th. BE PART OF the solution! Join Kootenay Co-op Radio. Fall membership drive starts November 16. TRYING TO ESTABLISH a group home to house our homeless mentally ill citizens. Meeting every Wednesday 7:00pm. All are welcome. 509 Hoover street Nelson ENGLISH BULLDOG, FRENCH Bulldog, English Mastiff, Bull Mastiff, American Eskimo, papilon,boxer, Yorkshire Terrier, chihuahua AKC Registered, along with 1 year health certificate, Price:contact me to discuss further: bulbreeder@live.com, Phone:203-413-1784

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 LITTLE TIKES: CHAIR booster seat, art easel, step 2 frog sandbox, and child carrier for bike. 250-359-8108 MINIFRANCOFUN! LE PREMIER ET troisieme mercredi du mois a l’AFKO 11am - 1pm. 723 Ward St. Appelez Sophie 505-5231 LITTLE GIRL DESPERATELY seeks Molly Dolly for her little sister’s first birthday. Please phone my mummy 250-359-5097

BAREFOOT JOURNEYS OFFERS The Gift of Presence 8 week course: The Healing and Awakening Power of Unconditioned Presence. Shayla Wright, facilitator and coach. Sept. 30 --Nov. 25 ManiStone Centre, Nelson,Tuition: $260 Time:6-8:30 p.m. For more info, call 352.7908, or visit barefootjourneys.net COMEDY! CHEESECAKE! ELECTIONS! Oxygen Art Centre AGM Thursday Nov 4th, 7:30pm 320 Vernon St. (alley) MOUNTAIN SKY SOAP Seconds Sale, Great deals on bulk soap,lipbalms,overstock gifts. Saturday November 29,9-5pm,2276 Hwy#6, Crescent Valley BAREFOOT JOURNEYS: THE Heart of Communication weekend retreat, Dec. 6:1-5pm, Dec. 7: 10am5pm. ‘The Warrior of the Heart’ opening to integrity, courage, and intimacy, one conversation at a time. ManiStone Centre, Baker St. Nelson. For more information re Shayla and this retreat, visit www.barefootjourneys.net. or call 352.7908.

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-Health 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.

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BRIANNA ROSE

ig sister Paige would like to announce the arrival of her little sister Brianna Rose on January 14, 2008 at 8:22 pm, weighing just under 5 pounds. Proud parents are Walter & Sheryl McDougall. Proud grandparents are Rick & Sharon Cyr and Bob & Carol McDougall. Special thanks to Dr. Woodward, Dr. Moola and nurse Tammy and all maternity staff at KLH.

WELCOME! AVERY ELIZABETH

ebecca and Paul Kelly are proud to announce the birth of their ﬁrst baby. She was born July 16, 2008 in Seattle, at Swedish Hospital, weighing 7 lbs and was 21" long. Thrilled grandparents are Anne & Ernie Yaseniuk of South Slocan and Martha & Jack Kelly of Merced, California.

CLARK ALAN SULLY

orn August 10, 2008 at 6:04 am, Clark Alan Sully is little brother to Ayla and Keegan. His grandparents are Sandy & Dennis Clark and Jeanne & Alan Sully. Parents Robyn & Craig offer special thanks to Ilene Bell, Kootenay Community Midwives and KLH staff.

SCOTT IMOGIN PARKER

orn 07-15-2008 at 2:49 pm, weighing 6 lbs 7.4 ozs. Proud parents Lisa Him and Scott Parker. Named after her Daddy who died tragically on Fathers’ Day. Loving grandparents Cal & Carol Him, Castlegar and Susan & Bryan Parker, Kelowna.

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

steve@islandlakeresorts.com • 250.423.3700 ext 3010 www.islandlakeresorts.com

MONEY MAKER - Local route, no selling on your part. For more info call 1-866-821-2569. EXCITING NEW CAREER & business opportunity awaits you! Learn more at www.mcguffysnews.com. Call 306-446-2710 to start down the road to freedom & financial success. 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. 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

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 LOOKING FOR DAYCARE? Available 8-5, Mon-Fri. Please contact Sheryl McDougall 250-354-4329 WANTED: BUMBO SEAT will buy any color. Please call 352-3235 if you are selling. Thanks! FISHER PRICE JOLLY jumper in own frame. Bought from sears. $75 825 0139 GRACO TRAVEL PLAYPEN $40, Tough Traveler Baby/Toddler Backpack $60, both in excellent condition. 250-352-5210

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, 9a.m. to 2 p.m. 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 250-5059292 KASPERSKY 2009 ANTI-VIRUS ONE year installation $20 250-5055583 AMD ATHLON XP 2200 512 MB RAM 30 GB HD LAN 17” Monitor $120 352-2078

Education 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. 1-800-267-1829. 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.

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. WHITEWATER SKI TEAM Ski & Snowboard SWAP. Sunday November 16th, Hume School, 1-3pm , drop off 9-11:30am. FRENCH PLAYGROUP STARTS November 5th at Francophone Association 723 Ward St. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of month: 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Free MOVING: RECLINER CHAIR, TV stand, bookcase, stroller, sofa bed, garden tools, car-top carrier, trike, 250-226-6860. EARLY 90’S MODIFIED truck canopy - fits toyota pickup - white fiberglass - 359-5093 FREE FOOD FOR kids...join 3rd year Selkirk College Nursing Students for Rice & Beans 6pm Friday, November 21st @ Nelson United Church. Learn about community-based health initiatives in Guatemala, & enjoy food, music & prizes. Adults $10-$15. For info/donate call 250-352-5272 FOR YOUR FREE Regal Catalogue Call Gail @ 250-352-4620

Furniture QUEEN SIZE WOOD bed frame x2. Black stained hardwood. new ikea birch. $40 each. FOR SALE. WOODEN baby crib with mattress. $50 OBO. 250-352-0716. 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 BLUE TWIN METAL Frame Bunkbed with ladder and 1 good mattress. Asking $150. 250-354-0207

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 BEAUTIFUL HAND-CRAFTED BIRCH balance boards made right here in Nelson! 24x18 recreational or therapeutic 352-1674

Help Wanted EXPERIENCED GLAZIER FOR well established class shop in Delta. Good wages and benefits and future prospects. Fulltime Mon-Fri. Drivers license required. Fax 604-946-4872. Email: southdeltaglass@dccnet.com EXPERIENCED CLASS ONE DRIVERS - Glenncoe Transport Ltd (Kelowna) has openings for: US qualified, Canadian only, part-time and slip-seat drivers. Paid bi-weekly, company paid extended benefits, satellite dispatch, late model equipment. Visit us @ glenncoetransport.com, or call 1-800-663-4009. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS REQUIRED immediately. Journeyman, 3rd and 4th year apprentice for NE Alberta Chrysler dealership. We offer excellent wages, benefits package and pension plan with signing bonus/relocation assistance available. Email resume to: kgerrard@coldlakechrysler.com. Fax 780-594-2356. Phone 780-594-2277. INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC & Controls Ltd. We are currently hiring the following positions: Journeyman Lineman and Journeyman Instrumentation Mechanics. Forward resume to: Romeo Major. Email: rmajor@iecgroup.ca. Fax 1-780-675-3283. CHILDCARE COVERAGE/DINNER PREPARATION needed 2x per week in Fairview, usually Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2:45 - 5:45 pm. Car required. Please call 352-9303 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 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@touchstonesnel son.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

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Lost & Found LOST AT POOL: green Frida Khalo bag, sentimental, two pairs Zoggs goggles, 1 pink 1 blue, 1 blue tropical towel, name on tag. Call Robin 3541412 or return to pool. LOST @ 6 mile beach on Oct.16th. Turquoise necklace. Very special. If found, please call 352-2241. 2 MONTH OLD male orange tabby lost in the fairview area Saturday night. Please call 352-5747 LOST: LG CHOCOLATE black slide phone call: Mythra 551-4499 FOUND BEAUTIFUL LADIES grey velour glove found in Lakeside Park parking lot. 250-354-4507 HUNTING KNIFE OFF top of Conners Road. Describe for return. 250 505-3468

Misc. for Sale CONVECTON OVEN/MICROWAVE, SHARP Carousel. outside dimentions 18”x25”x15” $100 obo, 505-1174 200 DRY BLOCKS stoneware clay, cone 10. $80 obo. Kickwheel $90 obo. Phone 250-229-5406 2 WINMAU DARTBOARDS in great condition, full compliment darts, backplate, $100, 304-5391 EVEN-FLO INFANT CAR seat $35, Little Tikes Rocking Horse $5 505-5153 SEWERS: PFAFF 2140 sewing and embroidery machine. Computer compatible. New 8000.00 sacrifice 3500.00 Howard 250-505-9097 HUGE COMPUTER/ARTIST WORK station. Has storage, drawers. 11’ long Must see. Penny 352-2433 BOSCH GAS INSTANT hot water heater $400 Hunter gas space heater $200 352-9282 evenings Joe HOT TUB COMPLETE $800.00 phone 250-352-9847 ask for Debra KITCHENAIDE 30” STAINLESS gas cooktop. 5 burners Never opened. Still in box. $900.00 firm. pabloziggy@gmail.com

Misc. for Sale

GAS FIRED HEATER. Good for basement/workshop. 35000 BTU. All manuals included. $75 pabloziggy@gmail.com LARCH AND FIR firewood, split and delivered. Phone 250-352-1135 DO YOU COLLECT records? records(1000+)all kinds of music no reasonable offer refused 250 358 7262 strongestcouplearound@yahoo.com WOOD/ ELECTRIC FURNACE: offers - 1993 Grand Prix $500. OBO 250-229-5645 2 3’X3’ WINDOWS, 120 base accordian, folding cot and mattress, mens leather jacket, $50 each. 359-8109 LOTS OF THOMAS the Tank Engines, tracks and other features. Like new 250 505 2028 SEASONAL AFFECTED DISORDER therapeutic light for $150 Plastic dog kennel $85 Water dispenser $30 250352-1312 REAL FOX FUR jacket, like new, size 12-14. Great Christmas present $240 obo 354-1192 160GPM YAMAHA WATER pump $250, wood heater sove $150, Oak entertainment centre $150. 250-352-0702 1990 TOYOTA 2WD V6 extra cab, $1500; 2 studded HPW401 205/70/ R14 tires; piano, upright, $600 250355-2342 GOOD CHEER COMBINATION gas/ wood cookstove, $1000; Jotul wood heater, $150; McClary Airtight Heater, $150. 250-825-9320 2006 DIGITAL STILL/VIDEO camera. Sony 2 gigabyte. Hardly used. New $500. Asking $200 250-359-7942 HEATER, TABLE, DESK, dresser. Contact KHY 352-0327 MASTERCRAFT 15-PIECE ROUTER bit set, nearly new. $40, bottle corker $5. 352-6762

CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER, electric start, 42” mower, 6-speed transaxle 6 years old, $1900, grass catcher for 42” mower, 6 years old $300, Craftsman wheeled weed 22” cut 625 Griggs-Stratton Engine 1.5 years old $300, Weedtrimmer longhandle, gas powered $95, dehumidifier $250, Ronco Rotisserie $175, oval dining room set with 4 chairs $150, rotary mower almost new $85, Star Choice receiver w/satellite $80. 250-227-9513 PARTNER 14” ASPHALT/ CONCRETE Cut Saw w/manuals. $600 OBO. 250-354-7140 TELESCOPE $50, GREICO three wheel stroller + car seat $140. call 351-1806 ELMIRA STOVEWORKS WOOD burning fireplace insert, good condition, $200 obo. Ph 229-2353 WINTER SKI JACKET: down, ladies small, beige/camel, rarely worn, like new, $50 352-2005 SNOWBLOWER LIKE NEW,8HP $650 (250)509-1918 KITCHENAID STOVETOP, GAS, black $75 Fridgidaire stovetop, electric, black $50 (250)505-2304 NEVER WORN M/C boots redwings 7/8 mens new $230 asking $175 great xmas gift 250-354-5368 OLDER FRIDGIDAIRE MODEL fridge. Good working condition. $50. SCARPA T3 telemark boots. Size 12/13 $175.00. Call (250) 229-4482. FOR SALE: 100GB seagate external hard drive filled with 113 movies! $200 50cc 2-stroke mini quad $350 50cc 2stroke pocket motorcyle $230 LONGBOARD FOR SALE. $300 retail. Selling for best offer. Contact Danya 250-352-5766. EXERCISE EQUIPTMENT: BOWFLEX $750 Ab lounge $100 Nordic track bike $250 Free weights and dumbells. 250-825-4031

EXTERIOR THERMAL DOOR. Natural wood, Full glass, 32”x80”. Attractive appearance. $475. 825-0062

TANNING BED BRAND new bulbs used approx. 4 hrs. $1500obo 250825-4031

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

LARGE 2006 “HERCULES” Cargo Trailer; 16ft long, 8ft wide, 8ft8in high (interior). $4700 250-352-2531 TWO LOCALLY MADE satin dresses, worn once. one is white w spaghetti straps and a plunge back, full skirt, $150; the other has a cream strapless top with a six color paneled skirt, $200. Either would be fantastic as a grad dress. they were made for me and will sit someone of similar dimensions, 5’1”, 110lbs, chest 32”. jennie 354-7812 AWESOME SIMS BINDINGS, with a hardly worn pair of women’s size 6 reichle snowboard boots $150, jennie 354-7812 SATIN ROBE WITH embroidered dragon, reversible, one side black with orange dragon, the other raspberry with gold dragon. contrast cuffs, 47” long by 26” wide(back panel). excellent condition. A Christmas gift? $30. Jennie 354-7812 NEW BOXED 10KT white gold band $80, size 8, sterling silver neck chain $15. 354-1192 TURNTABLE $40, LARGE SPEAKERS $30. Dresser $75. Microwave plus stand $50. York gym $50. 359-7756 RIDING BOOTS, NEW size 9 $20. Rice cooker/crock pot $15. Cat carrier $10. 352-6120 COLEMAN WHITE GAS (camp fuel) “ultralight” lantern. Compact size. Works great. Good condition. $20. 250-352-6399. WOOD STOVES FOR sale - Jotul F100-used 2 winters. $1,000obo. Old Jotel stove $200obo. 250-551-1075 WINE COOLER-48BOTTLES(NEW) $ 4 9 0, Expresso/Coffee Machine(NEW) $99, Nikon F60 Film SLR $90, Call: 250-352-3827, Email: eternalliving@gmail.com 2 BRAND NEW CWD vinyl EnergyStar opening windows. 53X39, paid $550.00/ea, sell for $250/ea, OBO 354-3793

“BATMAN RETURNS” HOODIE black; size Large; Like new condition. $20 - Phone 250-352-7144 ADULT SIZE GT SnoRacer (ProRacer) excellent condition $60 Call 250-509-1941 CHAMPION JUICER $225, couch/ chair $150, dehumidifier $90. Phone 250-608-0094. WINTER MOUNTAINEERING BOOTS. Salomon size 40 EUR (men’s size 7, women’s size 9). Crampon compatible. Only worn once. $75 - call 250-352-5090. BOYS RIPZONE YOUTH Jacket. Twotone brown, worn one season. $250 new; sell for $60. 354-1140 SNOWBOARD BOOT: SALOMON F24 size10.5 Reg.$450 sick bootselling $200obo call mike 250-354-0362

SKIS & SKI boots (size 9) for 3 year old; Lego; solid wood single bedframe. Sarah 505-5326 1/10 VIOLIN GOOD quality, 2ft x 4ft acoustic ceiling tiles 250-354-8030

Misc. Wanted WANTED: GOOD WORKING condition Turntable prefer Technics, others considered. 226-7013 X-COUNTRY SKIS FOR 4 and 6 year old (boot sizes 11 and 1). (205) 352-7512 STORAGE BOX FOR the top of my car. 359-8115 WANTED FOR PURCHASEBoathouse on Kootenay waterfront. Please call 250-359-6803. LOOKING FOR A 3-4 slat room divider.Email clairemarie53@hotmail.com WANTED: THOMAS AND friends wooden railway play table, track (new style) and trains.352-3033 BULL MASTIFF ADULT or puppy 509-252-0745

Pets & Livestock

WANTED REFUNDABLE BOTTLES/CANS by 7 year old who donates 100% to KL Hospital. Sincerely appreciated. 825-9536 WANTED TINY WOOD HEATER. For sale: Previa winter tires $80. Passenger seats free. 250-225-3400

L L A M A $ 5 0 , W O O L SOCKS$15,LARGE SMOKER,MILK cooler tank, felting,spinning wool $1.50lb 250-355-2269 YORKCHI PUPPIES, 4 FEMALES, ready to go Nov 23 $500. 352-9694

Toys & Wheels Cars

Cars

1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE full load 118kms very clean $4100.00 obo ph 352-7519 1990 DODGE SHADOW 132kms great shape $1800.00obo 352-7519 2000 VW JETTA TDI (diesel) $10,500 call or email 250-355-0008 or kd@columbiawireless.ca 2007 SUBARU WRX STI, 300hp, blue, 19,000km, the ultimate AWD sports car. Contact bullit666@hotmail.com. LOOKING TO PURCHASE dependable winter vehicle should be winterized joelguay@yahoo.ca VW JETTA ‘92, automatic transmission, gas, 228,000 km., well maintained, all records included, strong engine, recently replaced transmission, sun roof, ipod compatible stereo, 4 Blizzak winter tires used for one season, asking $4200.00, Ph 250-357-2677 1990 HONDA ACCORD EX-R. Clean, new radiator, timing belt and muffler. $2,700 call/text 505-4298 1993 INFINITY J30 Good motor and body. Needs transmission work. $500 354-1777 1991 MAZDA MX6 needs brakes & front end work, have some parts, runs good, great body $300 firm. call 250-352-1370

1994 ACURA INTEGRA red, 218000kms, black interior, cd, 5-spd, runs excellent, winter tires, $3950 250-352-7615 1996 TAURUS WAGON, NEEDS HEADGASKET ENGINE REPAIR, runs, no rust, excellent winter tires $500 250-304-4731 2002 SATURN SL, manual, 185,000km, great commuter, no rust, $2500 obo, 226-6734. 1990 VW GOLF, 183,000kms. 4dr, auto, lots of recent work. contact: Corey, 250-505-0239 2006 FORD FUSION, Black, AWD, Manual, 4-Cylinder, FUEL EFFICIENT, Winters/All Seasons, Very Safe! 65,000km 250-509-1144. 98 WINDSTAR 165000KM 2 set of tires and rims $3200 obo Ph 250509-0384 1995 SUBARU LEGACY $4000 OBO New winter tires no rust great condition contact Julia 604-698-6521 1989 JEEP YJ, new heater coil, tune upready for winter tires, extra rims $3250. 354-3665 1993 HONDA CIVICSI, winter tires, great gas mileage, new muffler, windshield & more. $3300 obo. 359-7774

2005 GREY HONDA CIVIC SPECIAL EDITION

Great shape. Amazing gas mileage. 89,000kms. Warranty remaining. 5 speed manual. A/C. CD player. Full Thule rack with double locking snowboard rack. Set of all season tires included. $15,000. 352-0824

Sleds/Bikes 1996 POLARIS 600. Runs very strong $1000. 354-8774 1998 POLARIS 400 ATV 4x4, with winch, mint condition, low kms, $3750 ph:250-357-2561. 2001 MOUNTAIN MAX 700 triple, 156 track, runs awesome, new brakes, $4500 obo 250-359-7751

Tires/Parts/Other 4 WINTER TIRES on rims, cooper 155/80/13, $175.obo, 2 winter tires toyo observe 185/70/13, $100.obo 250-505-2192 SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key & washers (12x1.5mm), 1/2” deep, excellent condition, $10, 365-3538

Tires/Parts/Other Tires/Parts/Other Trucks/SUVs/Vans 3 YEAR OLD LM-22 Blizzaks 215/5516 on 06 Honda Accord steel rims $200.00 227-9108 or 352-3191. 14” 4 BOLT steel rims 4 $10 each, set of car ramps $10. 250-354-1494 SET OF FOUR winter tires 215-7016 Used 2 winters, Lots of tread left. Phone 352-6221 4 ARCTIC CLAW Xsi Winter Truck tires. Used one season. Good Tread. $500 OBO. 250-354-7140 4 NATIONAL WINTER tires with 5 star mag rims. Size 195/65 R15. $350 OBO. Call 250-505-7936 4 WINTER TIRES on rims, used one season only Nokian Vatiiva 215/75R15 $300. 505-2090 195/75/14 STUDDED WINTERSlots of tread! 2 on Toyota Previa rims & two on Dodge Caravan 354.1257 FOUR 265/70R17 MUD+SNOW tires 95% tread $375. 250-551-3044 DOUBLECROSS TOWERS TO fit Yakima roof racks for Dodge Caravan. Paid $165. Asking $100. 250-352-7035 FOUR-15” FORD RIMS 2/with winters $200 four-14” honda rims and new studded tires $550. 250-509-0382 “HIDDEN HITCH FOR MPV VAN” Brand new never mounted, $75 phone 250-359-6606 4 NOKIAN HAKAPELITTA RSI 100XL M+S 205/70/15. $250. 3525311. Ask for Griller. SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key & washers (12x1.5mm), 1/2” deep, excellent condition, $10, 365-3538 WHITE FORD RANGER Canopy for sale $100/obo. Approx. 6”4 by 4”8. Needs new shocks. 250-354-0314 4 WINTERFORCE SNOW tires. P235/75/R15 Used 1 season, Low Kms $250 354-1125 FOUR 17” ALUMINUM rims. Fit 1997 - 2003 Ford F-150 or Expedition. $150.00 352-9630

LOCKING ‘DELTA’ BOX for small truck, $75. Belly bars for Ford Superduty, $100. (250)505-6600 1989 TOYOTA COROLLA 4WDSW, new R-front fender, other parts, 4 tires for Tercel 4WDSW. Karen 354-5354. 4 WINTER RIMS to fit 15 inch tires. Were used on Ford Focus. $100 352-5856

Trucks/SUVs/Vans ECONOMICAL DIESEL TOYOTA 4-Runner, 118,000 klms. Sacrifice, 9500.00 obo 250-505-5531 for more info and photos 88 F-250 6CYL, 5-speed on propane, out of fuel but runs, good body, $300 firm 250-352-1370 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 2003 SILVERADO, LOADED, extended cab, canopy, 5.3L, 115,000km, new brakes, tires. $17,500. 250-229-2173 MAZDA PU 4X4 1991, 199,000km, super clean and maintained, excellent condition, full canopy, $5100, 505-5031 1998 SILVERADO 3/4-TON, longbox 4WD, ac, cd with 1999 9 1/2’ 1500 Bigfoot camper $20,000 250355-2469

1995 F-150 4X4 New exhaust, all oils changed, 300 6cyl. 252,000km $2500.00 Ph: 250-226-7732 2000 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Limited, AWD, Fully Loaded, Low Kilometers, Perfect Mountain Vehicle, 11,600. 5511321 4 235/75R16 NOKIAN Vativa all season tires. Good aggressive tread for winter 60%. $275. 250 354-3783 1984 VW VANAGON. Good Running Condition. $3495.00 obo. Please call 250-505-2015 1992 TOYOTA TACOMA 4X4, extcab, canopy, boat rack, lots of extras, 290000km, $5000 firm (250)5054375 Ben 1999 GMC JIMMY, always maintained, one owner, all records, excellent condition, $4500, 359-7248 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER B3 diesel engine, transmission for sale. Offers 250-354-8512 1991 4X4 TOYOTA pickup, winch, new battery. Needs some work, $2300 obo. 551-1074 94 4RUNNER, GREAT shape, only 50k on new engine, loaded, $5800, must sell, 825 2209 F250 4X4 DIESEL, longbox, canopy, 300k kms, 1986, starts, runs, drives. $1200 O.B.O 226-7055 95 MPV 4X4 VAN , GREAT CONDITION, winters tires , $4500 phone 250-226-6760 93 GMC SONOMA 4.3L v6, std, 4x4, tons of new parts trucker.99@hotmail. com

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Music & Dance IPOD SHUFFLE, 1ST gen, 512mb, excellent condition, comes w/everything new (except headphones), $20, 365-3538 FOR SALE STUDENT Bach trumpet with mute $300. 359-7163 CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal listening and/or participatory soirees for music aficionados. 250505-5583 CREATIVE SERIOUS VANCOUVER songwriter/musician wishes harmonious collaboration with like-minded people on project having global aspirations. Serious inquiries only please. Phone 250-825-0191 Lv. message WARWICK FNA5-STRING BASS $950, Lado Solo1, handmade guitar $950, Student Trombone $50, Tascam 4-Track $100. 250-825-9633 VOICE LESSONS WITH award winning vocalist! Teaching you tricks and techniques. ANY STYLE! $35/hr.250551-0314/ebel_m@hotmail.com ACOUSTIC BASS GUITAR for sale. Electroacoustic pickup, gig bag & strap included. $100. Call 354-4042

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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 WHITEWATER SKI TEAM Ski & Snowboard SWAP. Nov. 16th, Hume School sale 1-3pm, drop off 911:30am 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. Made in Austria. Aprox. 5 ft. $35 352-6274. Dominique SCARPA T2 TELEMARK Boots. Size 11-12. Good condition. $200. ph 250-354-0323 SPECIALIZED ENDURO WITH manitou black fork, mavic wheels, shimano deore hydraulic disc brakes $1000 250-825-4181 KIDS HEAD MOJO skis for sale. 135cm for $100. Great condition. 354-0968 164 AIRWALK SNOWBOARD, with ride bindings. $150. 250-359-6606 NEW (NEVER USED) Rossignol Legion 156 snowboard with Salomon bindings. Asking $350 OBO.354-2804 TAIGA DOWN JACKET Mens XL black/purple $50. Bike panniers that convert to backpack $40. Weight set with bench $100. 352-2251

Work Wanted 20YR OLD SEEKS computer related volunteer work, experienced hardware installer and 3D modeler, call 250-505-0146.

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Lorne Westnedge & Drew Evans: THE TEAM THAT WORKS -- FOR YOU!

CRAWFORD BAY ACREAGE

Contact 250-352-7199 Lorne at: Lorne@rhcrealty.com

10.5 acres of near level land w/development potential. Main house + commercial income buildings on property. In the heart of Crawford Bay. Highway access, room for parking, 2 wells on property.

Contact 250-505-2466 Drew at: Drew@rhcrealty.com Web-site. www.nelsonrealestate.com

$629,000 mls K171464

Each office is independently owned and operated

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UPSCALE QUALITY HOME

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NOTHIN’ BUT BEACH

5 bedroom + office, 3.5 bath executive home on just over 1 acre, 10 minutes to downtown Nelson in sunny setting. 2 fireplaces, attached garage and premium workshop. Finished on 3 levels.

4 bedrm., 1.5 bath home on 50 x 120 corner lot in Uphill, featuring hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, double carport, storage shed, sundeck & garden area. Quick possession available.

Ownership in corporate shares at Crescent Beach development. Exclusive use of site. Private slip in marina, 5th wheel trailer as-new condition on serviced site. Share in common areas, & beach.

$595,000

$359,000

$149,000

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Services MONUMENTAL Stone Works Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and re-highlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 354-0988. 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.

BONNINGTON, 9+ACRES ON priLARGE ONE BEDROOM lake front EMPLOYED WOMAN, RELIABLE 1 BEDROOM IN furnished, new 2 CHARMING SALMO HOME in quiet vate road, trees, sunny, close to town. condo, underground parking, huge clean, quiet. Requires affordable acco- bedroom basement suite; Uphill; n/s neighbourhood close to schools and 250-505-4710 patio, $1100 + electric. Available modation in Nelson. Great references n/p; quiet person; Dec. 1; $450/month shopping. Many recent upgrades Dec.1 250-505-1137 available. Angela 250-352-9876 $184,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty. + utilities; 352-1191. 1 SUNNY FLAT acre for sale on ca 250-354-8409 Winlaw Creek, New shed with covNEAR DOWNTOWN, BEAUTIFUL PART TIME TEACHER with cat, SEEKING WHOLISTICALLY ered deck. $125,500 250-352-0902 one bedroom furnished apartment. looking for small house or cabin, with INCLINED person to share sunny WATERFRONT TUDOR HOME with Quiet, working single/couple. $1100/ reasonable rent (250)777-0825 vaulted ceilings and generous room Taghum home. $435/mo incl. Louise mo bcroseglen@hotmail.com for picsizes. Bonus guest cottage could PROFESSIONAL COUPLE SEEK- 250-354-0243 tures. 354-2093 be vacation rental. $859,000 Call ING 1 bed apt, 6 month term, n/s ANYONE WANT TO share beautiful Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca. 250-354-8409 3 BDRM, 2 bath, 4 yr old bright, 1 BDR SUITE for 1 person, Up-town, n/p local references willing to prepay. home in Blewett with two moms and downstairs in house, self-contained 250-551-1563 cedar-sided house on 2 acres availTHINKING OF SELLING? Get kids? Call 352-0974. NS/NP/NWD $490 + utilities (250) a FREE, no obligation marable Dec. 1st for long term rentSINGLE MAN NEEDS affordable 352-9788. ket evaluation of your home. Call al in Blewett (17 min. to Nelson). accommodation. Responsible, clean, Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 Hardwood, tile and wood accent CHARMING HERITAGE HOUSE for helpful. Nelson area on bus route. throughout. W/D, D/W, no smoking, FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS. rent. Uphill nelson. 3 bedrooms, one Kevin 250-352-9876 PRIVATE, LEVEL, FORESTED 3 no dogs, cats ok. $1200/mnth + utilibath. NS. NP. References. $1450. ACRES in Pass Creek. On friendly, EMPLOYED WOMAN SEEKING 1 Durable, dependable, pre-engi250-551-8036 ties (approx. $85/mnth). References quiet road. $125,000. 365-1080. bdrm home/cabin in Nelson or sur- neered, all-steel structures. Customrequired. Call Erin 250-551-3343. �� SOUTH SLOCAN ROOM in house, 13 rounding areas. Clean, quiet, and made to suit your needs and requirePARK LIKE�� SETTING 1 acre just minutes from Nelson. $400/month, w/d, respectful; references available. Ali ments. Factory-direct affordable outside of Salmo. Older 2 bedroom BLEWETT, SPACIOUS, FUR�� prices. Call 1-800-668-8653 ext. 170 fireplace, internet, acreage. 359-7670 (250)505-8113 mobile and 22 x 40 shop. $189,900 NISHED 3 bdrm main floor. Mature for free brochure. �� Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 250NS/ND/NP 5 km Nelson. Great yard. BRAND NEW, FURNISHED 2 bed250SF STORAGE. DRY, clean, 354-8409 �� Available immediately. 505-2060. room basement suite; Uphill; n/s; n/p; reasonably accessible, &#8805;7FT EVERY BUILDING ON SALE!”.... quiet; on bus route; $830 + utilities; height. Storing, office, books, per- Canadian Manufacturer Direct at “rock HERITAGE IN THE HEART OF LARGE FURNISHED WALK-�� bottom prices”. 32x60x18 $11,995. avail Dec 1; 352 1191. sonal. Longer term. 509-0905. TOWN! Spacious 4 bedroom home IN basement bedroom in veg35x60x16 $14,285. 40x80x16 on an easy care lot. A must see! 3 BDR HOME at Crescent Valley on TWO QUIET RESPONSIBLE mature $20,995. 48x100x18 $27,495. etarian household, shared kitchen, �� $299,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty. acreage.Professional couple/family women require affordable accom- 60x120x18 $44,900. Many others! laundry,own washroom, internet ca at 250-354-8409 wanted.$1000/month + utilities. 250modation. Bus route, Nelson area. $475/mo - 250-352-1376 Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. �� 359-7746 Christy, Leah 250-352-9876 512 FOURTH CHARMING home in ONE BEDROOM WITH LOFT Fairview, 4 �� bed 1 bath on double NICE 3BDM 2BATH Home in uphill and deck in Procter. New condition, lot with fruit�� trees. Original wood $1500 + utilities 1yr lease available W/D/F/S, $675/month plus utilities. floors, large sunny eat-in kitchen, Dec.1st contact julia 604-698-6521 NEED HELP WITH fall/pre-Christmas Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-352-2100 wood fireplace, semi-finished baseKENMORE DRYER, $100, call cleaning? House �� keeper available SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM suite 2 �� ment. Lots of potential. $325,000 SPECTACULAR HERITAGE 250.505.2440 (Nelson only). Years of experience, kms from Nelson. W/D, yard, pets �� 778-329-3340 �� 3BDRM apartment for sublease EXCAVATING, CONCRETE excellent references. I supply cleanok! $925/mo + utilities. Immediately. Dec-June/July. Downtown location. �� FOR SALE: 1990 12’ x 70’Mobile INSTALLATIONS and landscaping ing materials (eco-friendly). Please 352 7303 �� $1500 all inclusive. 250-505-8425 or Home. 5 Appliances. To be removed projects, also carpentry available. call Lo at 250-354-1591 PRIVATE 5-BEDR 2-BATH home on allha@telus.net from Procter. $20,000. 250-229-4007. Phone Warren 250-354-1159 large acreage near Balfour. Dec 1. REAL HARDWOOD FLOORING. Non-smoking. $1200 + utilites. 250�� 2-3 dollars a square foot, all new in 825-9306. boxes. 250-352-3141. FURNISHED HOUSE IN Blewett for WANTED BAGGED FALL leaves. January and possibly last two weeks minimum 5 bags, please no garbage of December. Rent reduced to $850 or rocks. 226-6753 including utilities because of cat in resi-

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dence. N/S, no parties 250-354-4682 SERENE, SPACIOUS WINTER retreat. North Shore, lake views, acreage, hot tub. 12/1-3/1? $1200/month. 505-9831524. riverbend1111@aol.com LARGE WELL MAINTAINED 5+ bdrm plus den house in uphill with 1 bdrm above ground suite. Rent is $2,400 for entire house or $1,600 up and $800 down. References required. Call 250.352.1761 1 BEDROOM + Den+ Large Deck, Amber Bay Condo. 6 appliances+A/ C. Underground parking, storage lockers and community fitness room.† $1,200/month, includes heat. Please phone 250-505-5581

Rentals Wanted PAUL & ZANAHE Nelson New-Zealand come 15 Jan to 15 March for ski season contact zanahe@herenow.co.nz MATURE MAN REQUIRES clean affordable accomodation. Quiet, responsible, tidy, helpful, non-smoker. Call Ken 250-352-9876 ADVERTISING A VACANT RENTAL? Answering dozens of calls a day? If you are offering safe, affordable accommodation, we may have the tenants you are looking for. Please call Bev from Nelson CARES at 551-3015. SINGLE MATURE MALE requires clean affordable non-smoking rental in Nelson area. Quiet, reliable. Ken 250-352-9876 MATURE MAN REQUIRES affordable accomodation. Nelson area. Quiet, responsible, handy. References available. Dennis 250-505-1946

House Sitting PAUL & ZANAHE Nelson NewZealand come 15 Jan 15 March mature reliable experienced house sitters zanahe@herenow.co.nz E XPERI ENCED,EMPLOY ED HOUSE/PET SITTER available January onward.I have excellent local references.Long term Nelson area only. 250-354-4075 PROFESSIONAL HOUSESITTER RETIRED dentist who savours, stays in Nelson. References. Messages for Darrel. c/o 352-3870 CLEAN RESPONSIBLE PERSON wanted to care for home, pets Nov. 22-Dec. 5. 250-359-7118

Shared Accom. 1 OR 2 ROOMATES wanted. Hydro, cable, WD, large yard, some storage $475. 250-359-8189 WINLAW HOUSEMATE WANTED in Family Home on 4 ac, own fridge/ freezer, $475/month incl.utilities, one month deposit, n/s, n/p, looking for mature, quiete, single person or active senior, 250-226-7716 1 BEDROOM, SHARED bath, offstreet parking, bus route, close to shopping, N/S,N/P, utilities incl., Ref’s req’d. $500. Avail: Nov.15, 352-5584 LOOKING FOR ONE person to share uphill house. $450.00 month plus utilities & deposit. 250-354-4733 1-BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE bathroom in a large shared home available for clean, quiet person. 352-2051

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HOMES & GARDENS

Control moisture in your home I can see the outline of the wall framing like shadow lines coming through the painted surface of the drywall on some of the interior walls and ceilings in my home. What causes this? Unfortunately, there is no definite answer. However, the most common and plausible explanation has to do with moisture and humidity in your home. Most likely the moisture being held in the warm interior house air is condensing on the cool interior surfaces of the wall framing. Moisture in the form of humidity will travel through the drywall and condense on the colder surfaces of wall framing. Remember that the wall framing is also exposed to outside air on its exterior surfaces, wicking cold air to the warm side of the wall. Usually the “dew point” occurs about two thirds of the way through a wall assembly. Fortunately, this moisture, looking for a condensing surface does not find one until it reaches the outer wall sheathing. But in the circumstance you describe this may not be the case. There may not be

Home Front

Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Dale Olinyk

a vapour barrier installed between the drywall and the wall framing which would aggravate this problem. Check for a missing vapour barrier at wall electrical outlets and switches. If it is missing, consider installing one. A further note here is that you do not have to remove the drywall and install a vapour barrier, you can purchase a moisture resistant paint to apply to your walls and ceilings. An additional consideration is to install a dehumidistat connected to your bathroom fan in order to help reduce the level of humidity in your home. Afterwards, repaint one wall and see if the “telescoping” wall framing reappears.

Sources of moisture in the home Also ensure that you have checked your home for all additional moisture sources such as: • Plumbing leaks • Exposed earth in basement or crawl space • Humidifiers • Ensure exterior of building is well sealed and ground slopes away from the building • Use or install kitchen and bathroom fans • Limit or remove firewood storage from interior of the building • Attic or crawl space ventilation

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.

Bring on the bamboo I used to think of bamboo in terms of cheap garden stakes or uncomfortable, crudely fashioned furniture that snagged my stockings. Today, by design and necessity, bamboo is garnering renewed respect and versatility. First of all, it is a readily renewable and plentiful resource. Officially, it is a grass, not a tree. It is a woody plant that grows rapidly, without pesticides and can be ready to harvest in as little as five years. Once cut, it grows again without the need for replanting. There are over 1,000 species of bamboo growing in a variety of climates and topographies from Antarctica to Africa, including Canada. It is used in medicine, cooking, construction, art, papermaking, musical instruments, fishing poles,

Nest Building

Kate Bridger

gardening, interior décor and furniture. It is a tough material – hard when it needs to be, as in furniture and flooring, yet soft and pliable enough to be used in textiles. The silky fibres that are woven into bedding, towels and clothing are resistant to bacteria, breathable and comfortable. Products range from practical items like diapers to luxurious high thread count linens.

In the home, bamboo is no longer just a novelty wall covering but an attractive and economical substitute for traditional hardwood flooring. It is also used to make dinnerware, kitchen utensils and cabinetry. This use of bamboo for items other than garden chairs is growing in North America largely because of our renewed environmental conscience. For now, it seems that bamboo is an economical, non-toxic, sustainable, and accessible natural resource that we are unlikely to run out of in the near future. Many local merchants are including bamboo-made merchandise in their product lines and can provide the consumer with detailed information about the pros and cons in the use and care of individual product items.

Kate is an artist and designer offering in-home consultations to help clients create optimal living and working spaces. If you have design questions, you may contact Kate directly at kbridger@telus.net or 352-4653.

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An ideal living scenario, close to shopping, recreation and bus routes. This 3 bed, one bath can be appreciated in all 1300 plus sq ft of main floor living space . Fruit trees, garden space, single car garage and workshop area. Find out what Fairview living is all about.

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A BARGAIN IN THE MARKET $259,000

This well kept 1/2 duplex is located in a well populated area located near schools and recreation. There are 3 levels of living area spread over almost 1600 sq feet. 3 bedrooms, full bath upstairs with main floor set up nicely for entertaining and dining.

ALMOST NEW $399,500

On a large city lot, this 3 bedroom and 2 bath home has been lovingly renovated. Entirely new kitchen, re-done bathroom, wonderful covered deck and brand-new flooring. Other features: garage/workspace, woodstove, kid’s play area and extra parking.

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Please proof for accuracy then ph SPECTACULAR $599,900 Lifestyle and value come true with this A charming 2 bedroom Uphill home Panoramic views of Kootenay Lake and 250.354.3910 • Fax: 2 2 bed, 2 bath home in a small com- is just the opportunity for a family try- Phone: Lakeside Park from the generous size munity on Kootenay Lake. 200’ from ing to break into the Nelson market. covered deck. This well kept 2 bed, 2 the water, sandy public beach and boat Complimenting the home is a nice floor bath property is centrally located with Thebonus Express not launch, offers a 2 car garage, work- plan, original heritage features, hard- many features is such as; responsibl landTHINK LIFESTYLE $299,900

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shop, level 100X110 lot, fruit trees and wood floors and is finished off with scaped yard, gas fireplaces, cathedral both Selkirk & Purcell mountains. some very vibrant paint colors. ceiling, and open concept living area.

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