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Scholastic seeds planted for Wildflower growth GREG NESTEROFF Advertiser Reporter

Nelson’s Wildflower School is poised for expansion here and elsewhere, although trustees want many potential issues addressed first. The Kootenay Lake board of education heard last week that the alternative school with multiage classes has a “rapidly growing and longstanding” waiting list of over 150 names, and there’s interest in bringing the concept to Creston, Salmo, and Kaslo. Superintendent Jeff Jones presented a twoyear proposal to grow the program, while canvassing trustees on what other information they need before approving it. He explained Wildflower began as a private program in a church basement and became part of the school district in 2003, based in Central School. This year it was

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granted school status and presently has 87 students in four classes. Wildflower has a philosophy of “continuous progress,” rather than grade levels, Jones said. Each class is made up of students ages six to 11,

and ideally one teacher works with the same group over a number of years, creating an attachment between them. Parents are also directly involved in developing educational programming, and provide home-

schooling on Fridays. Jones said the proposal would add another class in Nelson next year and one in Creston. Meetings would also be held in Salmo and Kaslo to determine the viability of adding classes in those

communities for 201314, and interest would later be gauged in the Slocan Valley. Jones identified a series of challenges to overcome, including sharing resources over multiple sites, providing administrative support, and building a cohesive staff. However, he felt technology may help them meet those hurdles, and recognized each site would take on its own personality depending on the community’s needs. Jones said another important consideration is that Wildflower’s pupilteacher ratio is lower than in other schools, raising concerns of equity. Trustees responded with a long list of questions. Art Field worried the district will encounter similar problems as with the French immersion program in Nelson, where demand far exceeds available seats.

“Who gets in and who is left?” he asked. “I assume Wildflower will get the best kids. It could ruin a number of schools. Be prepared to face a lot of difficulties — you’ll have parents on your backs for sure. We’ve got to be very careful about privileges these kids have.” Field said he was concerned Wildflower represented a departure from the public school system, and questioned the homeschooling component. Barb Lindsay echoed Field’s comments, although she said she believes in everything the school does and in multiage programs. Lenora Trenaman also worried entry criteria will become an issue while Bob Wright asked for data on Wildflower’s student outcomes compared to other schools. The board will consider the proposal on December 13.

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Alpine attractions, film and otherwise, appeal to Rossland festival goers ARNE PETRYSHEN Advertiser Reporter

The Rossland Mountain Film Festival brought people to the mountain city to take in the newest crop of ski, snowboard and mountain climbing films. Films, however, weren’t the only attractions, as there were also some workshops and talks. Notably, East Kootenay mountain climbers and authors, Pat and Baiba Morrow talked about their experiences in the Purcells,

Pat and Baiba Morrow talked about the importance of conserving nature Sunday during the Rossland Mountain Film Festival in Rossland. Arne Petryshen photo

Himalayas and other mountainous regions. Their talk focussed on the importance of pristine places in nature and the trend of these places to be developed. They stressed that in their travels they had seen the stress that comes to places like Mount Everest and small cut-off communities when an influx of backpackers and travellers come. This they called industrial tourism. They touched on the clashes between this type of tourism

and the spiritual and sacred places that are being harmed by it. A lot of the places have been untouched and now are seeing drastic changes as they change to a touristoriented society. Pat used the Sherpas of Everest as an example, saying that back in the 80s when he climbed Everest the Sherpas were goat-herders trying to earn extra money by leading mountaineers into their sacred mountains. Continued on P. 14

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Fruit of the vine finds favour in taste trials CASSANDRA CHIN Advertiser Reporter

Amidst the swirling glasses of wine and people chattering, the 20th annual wine tasting event in Grand Forks was a success. Hosted in Gallery 2 in Grand Forks, there were 11 wineries and two specialties: a brewery and spirits this year. Dawsha Hunt, one of the organizers, said the wine tasting is a fundraiser for the Grand Forks Art Gallery Society. “We’re pretty pleased that we’re able to keep it going that long,” she said. “It

started off very lowkey and small to be quite a monster.” Along with the 11 wineries and two specialties were other treats as well. “We also prepare many treats and sweets (for the event), which we’re quite well known for,” said Hunt. All the wines are local B.C. products, explained Hunt. “We’ve thought in the past to go to some international products and we may go that way in the future, but for 20 years it’s been all B.C. products,” she continued. Brenda Silkie, a first time attendee from

Brenda Silkie of Skimmerhorn Winery was “delighted” to take part. Cassandra Chin photo

Skimmerhorn Winery and Vineyard, was delighted to be there.

“What everyone says about the event is true,” said Silkie.

“It’s well attended and I’m delighted to be here.” Both floors of Gallery 2 were decked out in decorations and hosted many wineries and local food producers. “We decorate this place from top to bottom in holiday finery, including a 15-foot tree so it’s kind of our kick off to the season,” stated Hunt. “It’s a chance for people to get really swanked up, we have tuxedos and ball gowns, but it’s also okay to be casual.” This is the largest fundraiser that the Art Gallery Society hosts.

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MP seeks to give Conscientious Objectors the right to stop paying for war

Ottawa, ON – Alex Atamanenko, MP (BC Southern Interior), introduced a Private Members Bill in the House of Commons today that would give conscientious objectors an official sanction to spend their taxes on nonviolent alternatives to war. Bill C-363, would allow

Canadians, who object to paying taxes for military purposes on conscientious or religious grounds, to divert an amount equal to the military portion of their income tax to a special account that could only be allocated to nonmilitary peace-building purposes. “Having the ability to

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register with Canada Revenue as a conscientious objector to war and direct some of your tax money directly towards promoting peace in the world lies at the very heart of what democracy is all about,” stated the BC MP. “For those who believe we are all responsible for our nation’s military actions

and role in the world, this right is fundamental.” A particular tenet of the bill is that regulations would be developed in consultation with Conscience Canada Inc., Mennonite Church Canada, Mennonite Central Committee of Canada and the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in

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Historical Commerce Slocan glass products have a lasting appeal Advertiser Reporter

Part of a series on Kootenaiana sold on eBay Two more soda water bottles from the Slocan Bottling Works of Kaslo sold last week, for $160 and $179 US, respectively. The Lower Mainland seller listed the two Hutchstyle, aqua-coloured soda bottles separately. Both were embossed “Slocan Bottling Works/Charles J. Kapps/Kaslo B.C.� while one also had “CLUB� on the back. One bottle drew three bids, and the other, four. Although the bottles are not especially scarce, they are still highly desirable. Last July, a rare variant with three spelling mistakes, embossed “CHOPPEL & KOPPS / CASLO BC� sold for $866. Six other bottles from the same plant have sold on eBay since 2001, fetching $43 to $251 each. The bottles date to the 1890s. Charles Kapps had a bottling works on D Avenue in Kaslo, and then moved to 5th Street a few years later, in the back of the present Langham Cultural Centre. He took on William Chappell as a partner in 1896, but this only lasted about a year. Kapps left Kaslo for Vancouver, then Bellingham, and Spokane, where he had several valuable real estate holdings and

Bottles made in Kaslo, as far back as the 1890s, though not particularly rare, remain quite collectible. Postcard pictured below, dates from 1902, among the earliest known picture postcards from the West Kootenay. Submitted photos

a stake in the Deep Wonder mine in Idaho. • Among the more noteworthy postcard sales of the last month, a lovely coloured view of the now-

drowned town of Arrowhead in winter went for $112.50. What’s curious about this card is that the mountains in the distance have been airbrushed out

and replaced with water. The card was mailed from Nanaimo to Thorpe, Ont. and bears the message: “This is where Str. Rossland landed. From here we took a sleeper and did not change again until we reached Vancouver. Suppose you have heard about your new niece. Blake and I were at Seattle one day last week. It seems lonesome since he has gone away. Gretta.â€? Another interesting card was one of Kootenay Lake that sold for $55. It’s postmarked 1902, making it one of the earliest known picture postcards of the West Kootenay. It was produced by the BC Prints and Engraving Co. of Vancouver and sent from Seattle to Glasgow. The sender wrote the following verse: “Everybody’s well, Feeling ‘out of sight,’ When mail-day draweth near, Don’t forget to write.â€? • An old souvenir pitcher with an illustration of Doukhobor women pulling a plough went for $20.50, which was a bargain. According to the seller in Buffalo, New York, it was made in Germany. The depicted scene was based on what occurred on the Prairies in the late 19th and early 20th century. Young men worked away from the colonies, so women did the farm work — including hitching themselves to the ploughs where they lacked horses.

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Every wild animal has its own unique set of challenges. On top of finding food, a place to sleep, a mate, and staying away from predators, bats in eastern North America are currently facing a new and devastating epidemic that is quickly moving west. White Nose Syndrome (WNS) is a condition caused by a fungus that affects bats by growing on their wings, muzzles and bodies during hibernation. The fungus causes bats to wake up from hibernation which quickly depletes precious energy reserves that they need to survive the full winter. If this happens, bats soon starve and freeze to death. In this way, WNS has indirectly killed entire hibernacula of bats in infected caves. For those not killed, WNS causes wing scarring that affects their flight and handicaps them from feeding and migrating. White Nose Syndrome is caused by a cold loving fungus that was first discovered in a cave in New York State in 2006. It is believed the fungus originated in Europe and was transported into the U.S. Since then, it has spread throughout the states into the Midwest, killing over 1 million bats, with 100 per cent mortality in some infected caves. In 2010, WNS was found in Ontario and Quebec and is expected to show up in Manitoba any day. The poorly un-

Jenny Wallace, left, and Sarissa Pause

derstood fungal pathogen is believed to be moved from cave to cave by migrating bats. Once hibernacula are infected, those bats that survive can spread it to the unaffected when they return to spring roost sites. To lose our bats would mean a considerable loss of biodiversity. Bats play an incredibly important role in pest control, consuming up to 600 insects in an hour or three times their body weight in a single night! Bats also make up an important food source for owls, snakes and raccoons and are also important pollinators for many native plants. Losing such an important pest predator and pollinator would have serious, wide reaching ecological impacts. Currently, the white nose fungus is found east of Manitoba, but moving west. If WNS makes it across the Rockies, all bats that hibernate in caves or mines in B.C. would be at risk. Fourteen of B.C.’s sixteen bat species hibernate in the province and are therefore threatened.

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As far as is known, the spread of this virus is mostly from bat to bat contact and currently there isn’t much we can do about that. It is believed, however, that spores can also be moved between caves by humans exploring caves. To minimize the chance of human-caused spread across the Rockies, people who have been in bat habitat in Eastern North America (caves, abandoned mines, even attics) should take precautions not to bring any potentially contaminated clothing, footwear, or equipment into similar locations in the west. Cavers should be especially careful. A single spore caught up in the dirt on someone’s boot from an infected area has the potential to wipe out huge numbers of our B.C. bats. Please don’t let that boot be your own!

Jenny Wallace and Sarissa Pause are second year Recreation, Fish and Wildlife students at Selkirk College in Castlegar.

Lorna Marshall (Aitkin) passed away November 21, 2011 peacefully with friends & family at her side. Born June 21,1957 in Carlton Place, Ontario to parents Lorne and Leita Aitkin. Lorna is survived by her husband and closest buddy Jay, and numerous cousins and friends. Lorna had a career in the hotel industry before joining Selkirk College in Nelson B.C. in 1990. She took an 8 month program in resort and hotel management and transformed it into a 2 year University transfer program. Her love was teaching. Every September she eagerly waited to see the new cohort of students arrive. She became attached to many of her students and enjoyed watching them progress through their careers. She particularly enjoyed visiting the graduates in their place of employment to see their success. Lorna loved living in the Kootenays and enjoyed many outdoor activities, Kayaking, golfing, cycling and skiing. Lorna lived with cancer for 6 years. During that time she sat on the board of the Canadian Breast Cancer Network. Through that connection she has several articles published and had the opportunity to work with giving a survivors perspective on the potential impact of research grant proposals. Lorna always said “if you are going to get cancer, Nelson is the place to do it”. Not only are numerous complementary / alternative treatments available but her health team were “the best” she could ever want. Although she had to travel to Kelowna, Vancouver and frequently Trail, her team in Nelson went above and beyond to look after her. It wasn’t just her cancer team, Dr. Malpass, Dr. Boyd, Dr. Sawyer, Cheryl, Annette and Juanita, but so many other services. The lab technicians, ER, Xray, the booking staff, the receptionists, pharmacy, the 3rd floor personnel all tried to make things as easy and comfortable as possible for her. Thank you’s go to her family and her friends and her “adopted daughters” for being there for her and Jay. “My work here is done, now it’s time to rest” In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation - www.klhf.org, Nelson SPCA - www.spca.bc.ca/branches/nelson, The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation - www.cbcf.org

Sentries saluted On Nov. 16, 2011, four Canada Border Services Agency officers working in the Okanagan and Kootenay District received the Peace Officer Exemplary Award. Congratulations to, from left: Officer Chris Smith of the Port of Paterson with 22 and a half years of service; Supt. Brad Britton of the Port of Paterson with 23 years of service; Supt. Kevin Kearney of the Ports of Nelway and Waneta with 20 years of service; and Officer Richard Chanig of the Port of Waneta with 21 years of service. Submitted photo


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Christmas is just around the corner and already the stores are bustling, all decked out with the latest gizmos and gadgets of the holiday season. Like most consumers, you’re looking forward to the festive celebrations but deep down you’re probably feeling a bit overwhelmed thinking about the financial stress of it all. Many Canadians feel obligated to whip out the “plastic” as they cannot bear to disappoint their loved ones – especially at Christmas. There are many reasons why we charge so much on so many cards. It’s convenient for one. They’re instantly accepted at 650,000 outlets in Canada and millions more around the world. No need to carry around large amounts of cash. Some credit cards also come with insurance benefits or reward points good for free travel or other discounts. And if we pay off the full amount within the grace period (except for cash advances), we aren’t even charged any interest. Why paying the minimum can mean paying the maximum The big banks’ prime lending rate may be low, but the usual rates that most standard credit cards charge are much higher. Many cards charge 17.5 to 19.9

per cent on overdue balances. Department store or gasoline company cards are even worse. Count on paying 24 to 28.8 per cent a year on outstanding balances there. Many allow minimum monthly payments of as little as $10 or two percent of the amount owed. Let’s assume you owe $10,000 on a credit card that carries an 18 per cent interest rate. Let’s also assume you want to take them up on their minimum monthly payment terms of three per cent of the outstanding balance (or $10, whichever is greater). Enter the variables and you’ll see that simply paying the minimum will mean that it will take you 272 months to pay off the debt – that’s almost 23 years! You’ll also pay almost $9,800 in interest and this assumes you charge nothing more on that card during that 23-year period. So how do I get around those high rates? The easiest way is to pay off your balance in full each month. If you can’t do that, you can try transferring that debt to something that costs less to service. A personal line of credit for most Canadians can be arranged at their local financial institution, often at single-digit rates. Secured lines of credit, like home equity loans, are the cheapest.

Payday loans For those who can’t get a credit card, or those who have a poor credit history that limits access to other forms of credit, payday loans are the lenders of last resort, except for loansharks They are also the most expensive. I heard of a case where a woman borrowed $520 and she kept rolling over her loan every two weeks for more than two years because she was never able to repay the original loan. Each rollover cost her $130 in fees and interest. By the time she was able to come up with the full amount owing (some 30 months later), she had paid more than $8,000 in fees and interest. Unbelievable! Do yourself a favour this Christmas, tap it cool on the spending – especially if money is tight. Don’t get yourself into a predicament you will regret. Look for bargains, pay cash whenever possible and most importantly, keep it meaningful and simple. Sometimes the best gifts come from the heart – not the department store shelf. Have a good one, folks. Debbie Pereversoff CFP CPCA is a financial planner with Assante Financial Management Ltd. and her company, The Affolter Financial Group Inc., in Castlegar. Contact a professional advisor to discuss your circumstances prior to acting on the information above

Trail Briefs Library programs curtailed by referendum vote

Collections and programming at the Trail and District Public Library will suffer after a decision by Area B residents on Saturday not to enter into library service with the city, says the chair of the library board. Barbara Gibson said the biggest impact of the ‘No’ vote is the library will not be able to add to the collections as planned, and adult and children programming won’t be expanded as was proposed. Last year the Trail library extended borrowing privileges to Area B residents for 2011 and over 200 people signed up for a card. But the regional district area gave $20,000 to the library for the service in order to gauge the level of interest in the service. With 200 being more than the number that voted against adding in the service to the tax list, just how the referendum question was defeated — with a 178 to 39 vote — was unclear, said Gibson. “The results were a tad surprising,” she said. “But it’s a democracy and that’s how it works. If people do not want to pay for library service through their taxes, then they are non residents

and they have to pay the money individually.” Bus hours increase come spring Bus riders will be rejoicing come this spring when Kootenay Boundary Transit System makes its schedule more flexible for Greater Trail residents making their way home after work. An additional 2,400 hours will be added to the local transit system to accommodate a run leaving downtown after 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and a late-night run Fridays after 9 p.m. The extended hours are made possible because BC Transit pays 42 per cent of the cost associated with the increase, according to outgoing Trail councillor Fred Romano. “It’s not every year that they say we have these hours available,” said Romano, who sits on the regional committee. Beyond the funds received from BC Transit, the local transit system will cover the approximate $135,000 remaining to afford the schedule changes. But Romano said this amount could be cut into thirds if demand meets supply and savings are made elsewhere.

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This week Passport Canada will be requiring that applications for children under 16 years of age be accompanied by further proof of parentage documentation. Effective Dec. 1, parents or legal guardians must provide with their child’s passport application a detailed government birth certificate, naming both parents, or an order of adoption naming the adoptive parents. Certain other requirements may also apply. All legal documents that refer to custody, the mobility of, or access to the child must be provided. If a divorce has been granted, a copy of the divorce judgment or order must also be provided. If a

“It is now about five years since the new passport regulations were introduced.” A. Atamanenko separation agreement exists, it must also be provided with the application. “I want to remind constituents of this so there are no last minute surprises and they will have time to apply for new birth certificates listing both parents, should they currently not have such a certificate,” said Alex Atamanenko, MP for BC Southern Interior. There are some exceptions. If a passport has previously been issued to the child in his or her name, it is still valid or expired

for less than one year, and it is included in the new application, this will be acceptable. “It is now about five years since the new passport regulations started to be introduced, and my offices are seeing an increase in applicants who are renewing their fiveyear passports,” said Atamanenko. Anyone with questions or concerns about increased fees, and the implementation of this new higher-security electronic passport, can visit Passport Canada’s website page and provide feedback to the government at: http://www.ppt.gc.ca/ articles/20111110. aspx?lang=eng There are also three other offices that people can visit: Kelowna: Passport Canada issuing office:

Capri Centre, 1835 Gordon Drive, Suite 110, (Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) Nelson: (a new location) Service Canada Passport Receiving Agent: Chahko Mika Mall (by the lake), 1125 Lakeside Drive (Mon- Fri 8:30 to 4:00 pm). Penticton: Service Canada Passport Receiving Centre: 386 Ellis Street, Suite 101, (Mon – Fri 8:30 to 4:00 pm) Constituents can also phone Passport Canada at 1-800-5676868, or go to their website: www.pptc. gc.ca for more information. Applications can be picked up at any post office, at Atamanenko’s constituency offices, at any Service Canada location, or downloaded from the Passport Canada website.

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Team effort for Christmas Taylor House, Garrett McMullen and other Trail Smoke Eaters unload Christmas trees at Butler Park. The annual Kiwanis Club sale started Saturday and runs until the approximate 1,100 trees are gone. The lot is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Fridays 9 a.m. until 8 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Those in the spirit of giving are asked to support their local food bank by bringing non-perishable items to the lot when they pick up a tree, which start at $15 and can cost up to $50 depending on the size and type. Valerie Rossi photo

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For nearly 100 years the 4-H Clubs of Canada have played a vital roll in bringing national attention to the benefits of supporting local agriculture and what that it does for our communities. There are about 26,000 youth that participate in 4-H Clubs across our country. The Province of British Columbia is host to clubs that focus on topics like: Field Crops, Honey Bees, Leathercraft, Small Engine, Poultry, Beef, Horses and many more. The 4-H Provincial Council, in partnership with the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, provides many programs and services for these clubs. They organize events and learning opportunities from: understanding the ALR to animal husbandry, from farm and food safety, to invasive plants, to communications, and even seminars in Ottawa. Here in the Kootenay-Boundary there are several 4-H Clubs – in Cranbrook, Creston, Nelson, Trail/ Castlegar, Grand Forks and Rock Creek. The Kootenay Cinch and Saddle 4-H Club (Horse) is primarily located in the Trail and Castlegar area and will be celebrating its 12th year in 2012. Since their beginning they have been active members of the equestrian community and have been seen riding in local parades, performing drill team formations at riding club anniversaries and canvasing neighbourhoods for donations to the Children’s Wish Foundation. In addition to these activities they organize several events throughout the year including: Equestrian Youth Camps,

Fun Clinics, Horse First Aid Classes and Equestrian Massage Workshops. Not only are they active locally: they travel, with and without their horses, to various equestrian events on an annual basis. Rock Creek is host to the Regional Livestock Judging Competition where members test their knowledge of livestock confirmation. The Okanagan Stock Show, held in Armstrong, is one of the year’s most anticipated events. Members from all over the Provincial interior come together for nearly a week and partake in equestrian education and skill building challenges. This year the club also attended the Mane Event in Chilliwack, a three-day extravaganza of equestrian learning. Tekki BrownHryniw, one of the club’s leaders and a teacher at South Slocan’s Mount Sentinel School states, “This club is a wonderful way for youth to come together around horses. They gain equestrian skills and develop valuable leadership qualities that they can apply to many other areas of their lives. We always welcome new members interested in joining the club.”


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ARIES (MAR 21 – APR 20)

LIBRA (SEP 22 – OCT 22)

Sometimes it is harder to see the forest for the trees or the reverse. This may be one of them leading you to achieve more tangible answers. Beyond information you want a plan of action and the tools to make it so. Yet, the plan may require a larger vision, which, in turn, requires bigger commitments. An outline of the next 3 years or 5 might sufďŹ ce.

You are beginning to grow new wings. As eager as you may be to try them out, you may feel uncertain about how to y. Yet, you feel determined and are committed. Creating a new kind of beauty, comfort and/or functionality close to home is featured. As ever clearing within to experience a smother ow without is the call, slowly but surely.

SCORPIO (OCT 22 – NOV 21) TAURUS (APR 20 – MAY 21) You are poised to expand somehow. Unless you are pregnant, an increased waist size is probably not your goal. In fact, the answer may be to downsize, consolidate and/or restructure. Some inspiration woven with practicality to design a more efďŹ cient ow is on your mind. Above all, it is habitual thoughts, perceptions and behaviour patterns that may be in the way.

Life often includes changing fortunes and this theme is active now. To shift to the positive end of this you may have to address some crystallized attitudes, beliefs, perceptions and self-concepts. Being open to learning new creative skills may be just a shift of your focus, or two, away. Be willing to let go of the old, even if gradually. Take new leads; try new angles.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 21 – DEC 21) GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUN 21) Some noticeable changes on relationship fronts are rolling in. Digging deep to access reserves of faith is implied. Opening yourself to new considerations regarding love, fun, play and romance will help. To co-create a brighter future may require that you initiate new connections. Reach out to new networks and clubs, especially those you can enjoy in-person.

Getting clear on your goals and ideals and actualizing them with action is the call now. All the great ideas, truths and moral/ethical standards in the world are empty without follow through. Be willing to give more and differently to situations. Realistic achievement of your goals means taking one sure step at a time. Perhaps save the leaps and bounds for spring time.

CAPRICORN (DEC 21 – JAN 19) CANCER (JUN 21 – JUL 22) Healing rifts, divisions, contradictions and fragmentations is the call now. Tending to these within more than with others, at least initially, is ideal. Choose to be your own best friend, consciously forgive yourself if you feel guilty or ashamed. Meditate more and do what you say and say what you do. These are some examples of how to do it.

Heeding the guidance of your inner counsel continues. The time has come to make a few reďŹ nements. This may require that you take new leads. Yet timing is of the essence and this may not be it. So, how can you improve, adjust and build conďŹ dence in the meantime? Vanquishing any doubt demons is one measure. It may be time to tuck in while the crowds are nipping out.

LEO (JUL 22 – AUG 23)

AQUARIUS (JAN 19 – FEB 19)

To achieve your creative goals your current challenge is to steady your focus. This is not the same as dig in your heels. Get clear on your objectives. Acknowledge fears, request feedback from others, think twice and cut once, yet follow through. The time has come to expand your position in the world. Calculated risks and investments are in order.

Some shifts and changes among friends, associates and/or at work are prompting some adjustments. New thoughts, ideas and visions of the possibilities are being activated. Taking steps and measures to feel more conďŹ dent is featured. Be willing to learn, gather new tools and do your homework now, so you are prepared for in-coming opportunities soon.

PISCES (FEB 19 – MAR 20) VIRGO (AUG 23 – SEP 22) Shifts and changes close to home are part of a new norm. There is reason to believe that these are very good changes. A creative cycle is implied. This may include a review & consolidation of past efforts, successes and/or completions of projects and activities that have been on the shelf. Be willing to put in the time to advance to the next level.

Changes and opportunities in you public and professional life continue to roll in. To meet them you are wise to review previous successes and tend to your professional image. The review part implies making sure that any leaks, malfunctions, conicts and inequities are repaired and resolved. Now is the time to prepare because the pace will quicken again soon.

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Career Opportunities Wanted: Driver - Class 3 Air Ticket Must have BC Hiab Certificate. Part time or full time hours to be determined. Send resumes to Box 1118, Grand Forks, B.C., V0H-1H0 No phone calls please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Shop from home! Drivers/Courier/ Trucking LOGGING TRUCK DRIVERS Meadow Creek Cedar Ltd. is hiring Logging Truck Drivers (long haul) $23/hr 40hrs/ wk. Mail: Box #970 Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0. Fax 250-366-4241 SUPER B DRIVER Req. for regional hauls within BC. Must have exp. Top Commissions Paid. Home Weekends, once during the week & Holidays! Fax resume: 604.856.9042 or e-mail: banntran@shaw.ca

Education/Trade Schools ACCOUNTING & Payroll Trainees needed. Large & small firms seeking certified A&P staff now. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-424-9417. AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profitable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca 1800-961-6616.

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GET YOUR Foot in the garage door. General Mechanic training. Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension, job safety. First step to Automotive/Heavy Duty Apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. GO TO Your Next Job Interview with 2nd Year Heavy Duty Mechanic Skills. GPRC, Fairview Campus. 34 week course. Heavy Equipment Certificate. Intense shop experience. Safety training. On-campus residences. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

POST RN Certificate in Perioperative Nursing. Online theory, hands-on skills lab, clinical practicum. January / September intakes. ORNAC Approved. GPRC Grande Prairie, Alberta; 1-888-5394772. www.gprc.ab.ca. SKILLED WORKERS Always in demand. Pre-employment Welder, Millwright/Machinist program. 16 weeks and write first year apprenticeship exam. Be ready for high paying, in demand trades jobs. Starts Jan. 3, 2012. GPRC Grande Prairie Campus. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Get Practical Skills That Get Jobs Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment

LOOKING FOR A Powerful Career? Great wages? Year round work? Power Engineering program. GPRC Fairview Campus. On-campus boiler lab, affordable residences. Study 4th Class and Part A 3rd Class in only 1 year. 1888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. LOVE ANIMALS? - Love your career! Animal Health Technology diploma program. GPRC Fairview Campus. Oncampus working farm. On-site large and companion animals. On-campus residences. 1888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. PHARMACY TECH Trainees needed! Retail Pharmacies and Hospitals need certified techs & assistants. No experience? Need training? Local training & job placement is available. 1-888-778-0461.

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MEAT MANAGER Kootenay Market, a successful supermarket operating in Castlegar, is seeking a Journeyman Meat Manager. We offer a competitive wage package based on previous experience. The individual must be motivated, willing to lead, and be able to work in a busy retail environment. Please forward resume to: Kootenay Market 635 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1G9 Email: kmcastle@telus.net Fax: 250-304-2262 Attention: Dan

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Employment Help Wanted SECURITY GUARDS A Major Security Co. is accepting applications for Part-time Security Guards for the Castlegar area. Applicants must be physically fit, meet Canadian standards for Security Guards, have a BC Security Workers Licence, and have a BC Drivers Licence. Send Resumes to: Commissionaires BC 130 - 132 Hall Road Castlegar, B.C., V1N 4M5 Vernon Dodge, a busy automotive dealership in Vernon, B.C. requires an experienced Service Technician with the following qualities: Motivated Journeyman Technician, Dodge/Chrysler experience is an asset, a proven track record in a flat rate shop. Vernon Dodge provides a comprehensive salary and benefits package to the right individual. Contact Ron Russell, Service Manager ron@vernondodge.com or 250-503-3310

HHDI RECRUITING is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes Baker Hughes Alberta based oilfield services company is currently hiring;

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Class 1 or 3 License required.

Drivers

HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CIVP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca PARTS COUNTER PERSON Experienced parts counter person required for North Island Ford store. We pay competitive wages and offer benefits package. Email resume to: dlsales@telus.net.

READY TO Work and play in a four season recreational paradise? Parts and service advisor required immediately at Jacobson Ford - Revelstoke, BC. Successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills, have Ford experience, be eager to advance within the company and want to work in a young and growing market. This is the best opportunity you’ll ever have to work in a great multi Presidents Award Winning dealership. Interested? - Email your resume right now! To: mike@jacobsonford.com Sears in Nelson is looking to hire a part time customer service employee. This would be a perfect position for a retired person looking for a little extra spending money. Some lifting involved. Apply in person at the Front Street location. West Kootenay/Boundary CRIME STOPPERS seeks a Relief Coordinator to volunteer for 1 hour/week in the Nelson Office. Please mail your contact info to: RR1, S3, C39 Crescent Valley, BC V0G 1H0

Trades, Technical WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call for appointment or send resume to: Joe Bowser 780-846-2231 office, joe@autotanks.ca or Jamie Flicek 780-846-2241 fax; cindy@autotanks.ca.

Work Wanted Hire a student for Inexpensive Cleaning Services. Flexible & Reliable Becky 250-687-1800

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Services

Mature persons with own vehicle to deliver phone books to the Sparwood and Elkford areas.

Drivers-Mechanics Yard Personnel. Office in Christina Lake Industrial Park. Castlegar - Grand Forks Kelowna - Vancouver. Bolster & Sons Transport Corp. E-mail resume to bolster1964@hotmail.com

Employment

Labors wanted, apply in person to Harry or Jack at 2350 72nd Ave. Grand Forks, beside Recplex.

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Trades, Technical Required immediately Certified Journeyman Refrigeration Technician w/ gas ticket. FT position at a 30 year old reputable company. Good wage offered + benefits. Apply to Canadian Western Mechanical or contact Dave Tolhurst 250992-9807 or email resume to: canwest@quesnelbc.com SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

• SERVICE MANAGER • JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC Our Client has an immediate requirement for a Service Manager and a Journeyman HD Mechanic with exp. in commercial HD Trucks and Trailers. Diagnosis and preventative maintenance are key to this function combined with the willingness to work with the public and our customers. You have a choice. You can leave your family, live in a camp and make a living in the north, or you can move to one of the most beautiful places in central BC, bring your family and enjoy the balance and life, that this region has to offer. Excellent Wages & Benefits!

If this lifestyle & position appeals to you, forward your resume to: shane@ careerlinkinternational.com WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call for appointment or send resume to: Joe Bowser 780-846-2231 office, joe@autotanks.ca or Jamie Flicek 780-846-2241 fax; cindy@autotanks.ca.

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Carpentry / Woodwork. Looking for small jobs, decks, framing, window replacement, doors, wine racks, bird houses, guitars. Well, maybe not guitars, but just about anything to do with wood I can do. If you have that small project that needs my attention I would be happy to meet with you and discuss this further. Call Wayne at 250-447-9139.

Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Furnace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-5650355 (Free estimates) House cleaning: Grand Forks Christina Lake: Experienced, bondable. 250-505-4275.

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Mobile & RV Park U-Haul/moving supplies Winter Hours: Tues-Fri : 9 am - 5 pm Sat : 10 am - 4 pm Telephone 250-442-2995 or U-Haul 250-442-8778

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay 1,000 lb. & 650 lb. oat bales. Phone 250-442-4055. Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755 Quality Hay Alfalfa or Alfalfa/Grass. Irrigated, weed free, by the bale or ton. Deane Farms, Grand Forks. B.C. 250-442-3400.

Pets Miniature Schnauzer, CKC salt pepper male, 14 weeks, tail docked, dew claws, chipped, shots & worming up to date, c/w puppy pack, health guarantee, outdoor trained, ex. disposition, likes to cuddle. (403)938-1874

Merchandise for Sale

Building Supplies Double sided stainless kitchen sink w/ Moen faucet. $75. 250-442-5117.

Check Classifieds! Firearms WANTED: RIFLES, shotguns, restricted weapons, reloading equipment, decoys or any other shooting related items. Fully licensed. Glen 250-428-6750

Food Products

Legal Services

Firewood/Fuel

CRIMINAL RECORD?

Wanted: 1/2 or full logging truck of firewood. 250-4425793.

DIAL-A-LAW: access free information on BC law. 1-604687-4680; 1-800-565-5297; ww.dialalaw.org, audio available. Lawyer referral service: need a lawyer? Learn more by calling 1-604-6873221; 1-800-663-1919.

JD BACKHOE $4,400. 1972 310 diesel, rubber tired, operator & repair manuals. Ideal for small farm/property. Works but suitable for mechanically inclined. Dan, 250442-2689.

Hobbies & Crafts Professional grade paraffin candle wax, asst candle making supplies. 250-442-5340. Wood wine rack for 64 bottles. 96 clean bottles, labels off. $55 for all. 250-442-5997.

Misc. for Sale 22 hp Yanmar 4 x 4 Tractor with loader like new cond $8,000, 250-357-0035 450 DVD’s, excellent cond. $900 for all / obo 180 VHS tapes $200 for all / obo includes VCR & rewinder, Ice Fishing tent w/auger $100 call Ken 250-354-0279 4 Drawer Sewing Machine Cabinet (40” l. x 18” w.) $35 Dble Bed with Frame & White Wicker Headboard $200 Call 250-365-7497 4 mounted 205/65R15 winter tires $300; Queen size blow up bed, c/w frame, excellent cond $70. 250-442-8003. Almost new, matching sofa, love seat & chair, Lg glass top coffee table & end table, $850. 10” Bosch table saw /w extention, $425. 5th Wheel trailer hitch $325. 250-442-8550. Available at Parkside Villa 2450 72nd Ave: vinyl twin seal windows, size 23x25 inch and 35x43 inch; large roof vents (whirly type). Phone 250-4423223. Leave phone number for contact. BIG BUILDING Sale... “Clearance sale you don’t want to miss!” 20X26 $4995. 25X34 $6460. 30X44 $9640. 40X70 $17,945. 47X90 $22,600. One end included. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca. BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock bottom prices” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x 20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET Up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad & get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5990.

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Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com

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Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

CAN’T GET Up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. CUB CADET snowblower, new. 250-368-8470 DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel Buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask about free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask About free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. Good quality ping pong table on wheels, folds and rolls away in seconds $200; local Christmas trees, no sprays $20. 250-442-3818. **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 Honda 4x4 ATV w/snow blade & trailer $2,950; 16 in HD tire chains, no wear $90/pair; shop crane $175; 6 ft truck headache rack $250. 250-4423035. Honda Trac 22” snowblower. $1200 O.B.O. 250.364.0406 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? INSPECTIONS (WETT) and solid fuel appliances at Snowball Ventures. 250-442-2943. King size mattress, boxspring/ frame. To big for the room. Valued at $1,400. Selling for half price. 250-442-8565. LIFT RECLINER, 3 position, taupe express fabric, 1 year old, in good condition. $800. Phone 250-693-8813/ 250368-8161 Lucie’s garlic powder! Charlie’s coffee! LaZapoteca Coffee Co. Fresh roasted. Call us, 250-442-8577. New Xmas tree, Lg. selection of decorations, new electric fireplace, wrought iron end tables (round), player piano/rolls & other items. Lg silverware set, spinning wheel. 250-4423337. Wood pellets and the units that heat with them at Snowball Ventures. 250-442-2943.

Coin Collector Buying old Coins, Silver, Gold, Olympic + Also buying bulk silver coins. Chad: 250-863-3082 (Local)

Misc. Wanted 9 or 9.5 x 24 Tractor tires Call 250-355-2379 Weight bench. 250-442-3370.

Financial Services

Treadle sewing machine in good working condition. 250442-3459.

Real Estate Acreage for Sale

5 acres bare land, for sale, 2 miles from Grand Forks, 100 ft drilled well. 250-442-7936.

Business for Sale Grand Forks: Great business opportunity! 1,200 sq ft, restaurant / cafe for lease, 7457 3rd St. All assets included. Everything you need to come in and start your own cafe or restaurant. “Fully engineered”. $ 14,900. For photos, e-mail landon08@telus.net, or telephone (250) 442-4272.

Houses For Sale

Christina Lake: 3-bdrm, 3bath, lake view. $374,500. $22,500/down, $867.50/m mort. assume. 403-710-4349. Grand Forks: 1972 12x68 ft mobile home, 3 bdrm, 4 appliances, A/C, new carpets & flooring, completely covered with trusses & steel roof, 1/2 new windows. Blocking & pads inc. Good starter home, well looked after, ready to go! $5,500 obo. 250-442-8750. Ask for Anna-Lise or Ed. Grand Forks: 3 bdrm mobile on owners lot. Home business allowed. Near Extra Foods. Sacrifice sale, $85,000. Also, 12x68 ft 3 bdrm mobile, ready to go, on wheels,4 appliances. Good shape. $6,000 obo. 250444-0152. Midway: 1997 4 bdrm, 3 bath fully developed home. All appliances, dbl garage & much more. 349 Hartland Ave. Possible lease agreement. 403556-4081 home 403-638-6095 cell.

Lots WATERFRONT & NO PST Ootischenia Lots House package - $53K 0.7 ac lot - $169K 1.0 ac lot - $219K 1.5 ac lot - 321K 1.5 ac & house - $595K Near par 3 golf course www.WaterlooLanding.ca www.nelson-homes.com 250.365.6267 kparr@telus.net

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GRAND FORKS FARMS: Fresh pressed Gala apple juice $12/5 litres; Bulk Galas, Spartans, and Honey Crisp still available. Terry & Val Rilkoff, 250-442-3514.

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Transportation

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Mobile Homes & Pads

Suites, Lower

Grand Forks: 2 bdrm mobile, private setting, $600 month; 2 bdrm apt, $725 month, utilities included; 2 bdrm apt, balcony, top floor, $750 month, utilities included; 3 bdrm condo, 4 appliances, $800 month; 3 bdrm home, large yard, $850 month. Christina Lake: 1 bdrm fully furnished suite, 4 appliances $700 month, utilities included; 3 bdrm family home, long term, $800 month; 3 bdrm furnished home, 5 appliances, long term, $850 month. N/S, N/P, References. Ken: 250-442-2632. CASTLEGAR, 1 Bdrm Apt Oglow subdivision, Lower level F/S, N/S, N/P, W/D on premises. $500/mth includes utilities, Avail Immed Phone 250-365-1032 or 250-304-9010

CASTLEGAR DT Bright 2 Bdrm, F/S, N/S/N/P Laundry on site, $625/mth 250-505-3609

Christina Lake: condo style furnished 2-bdrm, available Nov - May. Rent $700 month includes utilities, wifi & cable. Smoking outside only. N/P. 250-447-9276 or toll free 1877-331-9276.

Grand Forks: 1 & 2 bdrm, avail Dec 1. N/P, N/S. References required. Phone 250442-2276 or 250-442-6800.

Grand Forks. 1 bdrm apt. Private w/garden. N/S, N/P. $650/m util inc. 250-442-0065.

Grand Forks: GROUND FLOOR DUPLEX/FENCED YARD AND PATIO washer, dryer, fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, central-vac, NP, NS, ASKING $800 includes utilities. 250-442-7516.

ROSSLAND, 1Bdrm. Apartment. N/S, No Pets. $725. per month. Call 250-368-7918

ROSSLAND GUEST SUITE, private entrance, deluxe ensuite & kitchenette. Newly reno’d. N/S, N/P. Weekly, mo. rate. 604-836-3359

TRAIL, 2bd., new paint, lino.Close to town, park, bus route. Heat incl. 250-364-1129

Trail. 2 bdrm F/S, W/D, DW, HP. $750/month + utilities. 250.368.1015

Apartment Furnished

CASTLEGAR DT 2 Bdrm House, lrg yard, Refer & damage deposit req, $1,100/mth includes utilities 250-499-1461 Grand Forks: 2 bdrm, 24 km north of town. 250-442-0930. Grand Forks: 2 bdrm on river, $900 month plus utilities. References required. Available Oct 1. 250-829-0536. Grand Forks: Lovely 2 bdrm home, gas fireplace, 5 appliances. N/P, N/S. Available Dec 1. $800 month plus utilities. Phone 250-442-2272, 250-443-4919. Grand Forks: Newer 2 bdrm & den house on acreage, 5 min up North Fork. N/S, N/P. $790 mo & utilities. Avail Dec 1. 250-878-2248. Greenwood: 1 bdrm house, F/S, gas heat, $390/mo plus utilities. Call 250-445-6596 between 6 am - 6 pm. Greenwood: sm 3 bdrm, avail immediately. $500 month & utilities. 250-449-5221. NELSON Lrg 3 Bdrm Main Level House near Selkirk College in Nelson $1400/mth includes utilities,250-365-6207 ROBSON 1 Bedroom very small house $395/ mth + util. Call 250.365.1999 SALMO, 2 Bdrm Country Mobile Home, F/S, DW, $750/mth, N/P, 250-357-2532 TRAIL, 2bdrm., full basement, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $800./mo. 250-365-5003 Updated 2.5 bdrm Mobile Home, N/S, N/P, W/D, Adult Park, Ref required, 7 min to New carpet, Nelson on Granite Rd. $800.00/mth plus utilities. 250-352-0898 W.TRAIL, 2BDRM., hardwood floors, updated kitchen, basement garage, covered porch, no lawns to cut. Ideal for single person or couple. $670./mo. +utilities. N/S, NP. References required. 604-6499365 W.TRAIL 3bd $950/mo ref. req. 250-368-9195 or 587-3516727 Avail. Dec 1

Office/Retail NELSON: near Nelson Ford, 300sq ft office space Available November 1st. $450/mo incl. utilities. Call 250-825-4700

SIX MILE: Furnished Suites, NS/NP Starting @ $800/month utilities included 250-825-9421

Rooms for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial

NELSON: lwr uphill, furnished room in shared home. NS/NP, W/D, & wifi. Avail Imm. for woman. $475/mo 354-3922

Creston COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Seasonal Acommodation

3600 sq.ft. of Retail Space Located DOWN TOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-428-5240

Prime downtown locations 3rd St Plaza, 3,080 sq ft and 1,167 sq ft; 2nd St (former Honey Dews Cafe) 3,000+ sq. ft. Very reasonable rents. Call 250-666-0088.

Christina Lake: Cozy 1, 2 & 3 bedroom fully furnished suites available for rent starting October 1. $500 - $800 / month 250-447-9277 or 877-7770555.

Suites, Lower

NELSON Rosemont: 3bdrm 1/2 Duplex, corner lot, lrg deck, w/d/f/s, new h/w floors & bathroom. NS/NP Avail.Nov1st $1000/mo 250-352-2205

CASTLEGAR 2 Bdrm Lower Level, F/S, N/S N/P, W/D on premises $525/mth, + Utilities in Oglow Subd, Avail Jan 1st Call 365-1032 or 304-9010 CASTLEGAR Walk out basement suite, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, 1 Bdrm, own parking, bus rte, close to town, $850/mth + 30% utilities. Avail. December 1st. Call 250-304-4910 or 250-304-3697

Auto Accessories/Parts

Auto Accessories/Parts

Duplex / 4 Plex

Nelson: spacious 1 bdrm suite available Nov 1st. $800/mo. NS/NP/WD/FS. 250-352-6975

Homes for Rent

Recreational/Sale

Snowmobiles

92’ ES 300 Lexus - Olive Colour, Well Maintain, summer & winter tires on all rims. 233 km, asking $3,500 OBO 250-399-0015

Cycle For Fun at 353 Market Ave, Wed - Sat, Nov 30 - Dec 17. Bikes that are fun to ride and good for your body. cycleforfun.ca

2003 Polaris RMK 800cc , great condition, 3,200 250447-6476.

Hunter Special: Cozy 17’ Travel Trailer. Propane stove, oven & heater, 3 way fridge, & bathroom $1200 777-0185

2006 Dodge Durango, less than 30,000 miles, 4.7 L, AWD 4x4, A/C, P/W, CD, cruise, tilt wheel, grey fabric interior, seats 5. 4 Blizzak winters used 1 season. $13,900 obo. 250445-2346.

PARK & SELL Ph: 250-666-0088 Next to Greyhound Across from Ball Park You Park It - You Sell It No Commission! Lots of Traffic - Great Exposure Auto Drive

Financing

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Townhouses

Low Monthly Rate! $50 for regular size car/truck

Vehicle Wanted

Glenmerry Townhouse 3BDRM 1 1/2 Bth. F/S $850/mo. 250-368-5908

Tired of walking to work, am in need of a cheap / free car. 250-442-6177.

Transportation

Transportation

Cars - Domestic

GRAND FORKS

Suites, Upper Castlegar 2 bdrm Apartment Bright & Spacious F/S, Laundry on site, close to amenities, N/S, N/P $725 + utilities Call 359-7819

Transportation

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NELSON Rosemont: Fully furnished studio suite w/own entrance. NS/NP, quiet/mature professional preferred. $650 incl. hydro. ref req’d 354-3994.

Classified Ads Work!

RV trailer, “like new”, decked & skirted, 1 bdrm, self contained trailer on a riverside MHP lot. $13,500. 250-4422995.

Classifieds = Results! Scrap Car Removal SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

Sport Utility Vehicle

Trucks & Vans

1993 GMC 3/4 Ton, 4x4, Extended cab. 250-368-9685 1995 Dodge Caravan, 189,500 km, 4 spares w/rims, $1,350. Good cond. 250-442-5997. 1995 Ford F350 4x4 crew cab, running but needs a bit of work, $2,500. 250-444-1976. 1998 Chevy Silverado 4x4, ext cab, Z71. Exc cond. Asking $5,900 obo. 250-442-5335.

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CASTLEGAR 1 bdrm suite, N/S, N/P, utilities included, internet ready, private entrance, Avail Dec 1st, 250-365-6236

Grand Forks: 2 bdrm mobile on riverfront on acreage, $500 month including utilities. Wood stove. 250-443-5066. ROBSON Mobile Home for rent Refer required, Call 250-304-3430

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Cars - Domestic

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Cars - Domestic 1986 PONTIAC Grand Prix 8-cylinder, 5-L, auto, 2-door, bucket seats, loaded, classic. Lady at 250-505-5772 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. 2 door, leather, sun roof, heated seats, nonsmoking, well maintained. 250-442-3776.

USED VEHICLES

FOR SALE SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5 TRD 4WD with canopy

NOW $

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1998 Toyota Rav 4 4WD stk#1535-1 5 spd................................................................................$5,995 1999 Ford Windstar Van stk#1533-4..................................$1,900 1999 Subaru Legacy GT AWD Sedan stk#1526-2 .......................................................................JUST IN $3,695 2001 Outback 2.5 AWD stk#1567-1 ............................................. $6,995 2003 Toyota Corolla LE stk#1540-1 clean car ..................................................................... NOW $5,900 2003 Toyota Corolla LE stk#W-0282-1 auto, only 117,000kms, very clean ............................ NOW $7,995 2004 Volkswagon Golf TDI stk#1553-2 diesel, 5 speed, hatchback ...................................NOW $9,900 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE stk#1541-3 7 passenger ................................................................ NOW $5,900 2004 Chevy Cavalier 2dr Coupe stk#1550-3 5 spd, 110,000km ..................................... JUST IN $4,995 2006 Toyota Corolla CE stk#W1317-1 5speed, 79,000kms ................................................NOW $7,900 2006 Mazda 5 4dr stk#1546-2 5spd only 58,000kms ............................................ NOW $8,900 2006 Honda Civic Ex stk#1234-1 sunroof, only 79,000km, 5spd, 4dr .....................................$11,900 2008 Forester X AWD stk#1321-1 5 speed, only 34,000km ................................JUST IN $18,995 2008 Toyota Matrix XR stk#1571-1 5spd ......................................................JUST IN $13,995 2010 Forester X AWD Auto stk#W1234 All maintenance records, hard to find model ..JUST IN $23,995

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