Atlin Whisperer May 13, 2020

Wednesday May 13th, 2020

The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.�

Margaret Mead

Happy 96th Birthday

To Ursula Holmok

Leonard John Parisien passed away April 23, 2020, at home in Atlin, B.C. Len’s life partner Emily Cohoe, was by his side. Len was born in Montreal, Canada on May 28, 1955.

Len arrived on the Taku River in December of 1978. After homesteading on the Tulsequah, he built his cabin on Jet Bar and fished on the Taku for over forty years. Over the years, Len hosted many July 3rd, Canada Day parties that included baseball, motorcycle and four wheeler races, music, bonfires, and much more! Len yielded a mean chainsaw, was well known for his snowmachine skills, especially breaking trail, was a great story teller, played multiple instruments and had a great voice.

Len is survived by his Father, Donald Parisien, son, Walker, brothers Allan (Linda), Daryl (Natalie), Chris (Bev), Pete, and Dave, nieces and nephews Joe, Jennifer, Leif, Josh, Brooke, Heather, Sage, Jodie, Erin, and Emery and many extended family and friends.

Len’s Mother Marion, and brother Tim predeceased him.

Len’s integrity and willingness to lend a hand was respected by all. He will be dearly missed. Thanks to friends and family for sharing Len’s adventuresome journey.

Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

Atlin Health Centre Box 330, Atlin, B.C. V0W 1A0 (P): 250-651-7677 (F): 250-651-7687 www.northernhealth.ca

````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS If you are experiencing symptoms of the cold or influenza or have questions about COVID-19 please call the Northern Health COVID-19 information line @ 1-844-645-7811.

They will provide you with the necessary information and direction.

The directive is still for people to stay home, self-isolate and practice the recommended hand washing procedures.

At this time we are asking all clients to please call 250-651-7677 prior to coming to the Health Centre for any reason at any time.

HOURS OF OPERATION Open Monday through Friday 9:00 – 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 4:30 pm.

For emergencies a nurse is on call after hours and on the weekends and can be reached at 250-6517677.

We have also implemented front door screening procedures at the Health Centre in response to the Pandemic.

Pick up the black telephone to your right at the front door; one of the staff will answer the phone inside and you will be screened for cold/flu, respiratory symptoms prior to entering the building.

The phone is cleaned and sanitized after each use The Atlin Health Centre staff wish to thank-you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe and virus free

BIG WATER SOCIETY A change in how counselling service is being provided As the community is aware, the way everyone is conducting business lately is shifting.

Free mental health counselling will continue to be offered in a safe and positive way by Big Water Society and our counsellor Jan Forde (MSW, RSW) who will provide remote counselling service for the time being.

Jan will be providing counselling via phone every Thursday of the week from between 9am-5pm.

Please feel free to call and leave Jan a message at office Ph: 250-651-2189 0r cell Ph: 867-333-6829 Or email bannyforde@gmail.com to leave a message to book a time for Thursdays with her via phone.

We hope everyone stays healthy and happy, Big Water Society

NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE Atlin Highway 80 acres fronting onto the highway, off grid, with the most spectacular views in the area, Atlin Lake from Minto Mountain to Teresa Island! $350,000 Trond Gulch In a pastoral setting, backing onto Munro Mtn, this one-bedroom, 715 sqft off-the-grid home on 9.88 acres surrounded by Crown Land. Sauna and guest cabin. Was lived in year around for many years. $350,000 Warm Bay Road 12.4 acres with great mountain views, several cabins, shop and living quarters. Well on site. Off grid. $195,000 4th July Bay Half acre lakefront property with log home that has one BR on main level and 2 more in walk out lower level. Large garage, greenhouse and wood shed completes the package. $365,000 Atlin Highway Hidden away in an enchanted forest is this truly unique home built by a very skilled artisan on 4 acres with other guest cabins, workshops, barn and fenced paddocks. $350,000 4640 Warm Bay Road Fabulous 3 level home on 2.6 acres high above Warm Bay Road providing an incredible view of Atlin Lake. $240,000. SOLD Third Street 2 bedroom, bright home on 75x100 lot with a 24x40’ shop with 12’ ceilings. Some updating needed but most rooms are 15’+. Major foundation and roof work already done. $189,900 Food Basket Thriving business in Atlin! The building, land, rental suite, and grocery store are all included. A great way for the whole family help make a comfortable living $300,000 plus stock Ruffner Bay Stunning five-bedroom beautiful 4,000+ sqft home with two guest cottages hangar. AND DOCK. Lakefront, off the grid 25 acre parcel, no neighbors! $995,000.

6th Street 320 sq.ft. cabin on 50x100 lot, no plumbing. “As is, where is” $45,000 SOLD Above asking First Street 2500 sq.ft. basement entry home with 4 bedrooms, 24x24’ garage, 60’ shed for wood, quads or whatever you need, very private 2 acres. $187,000 SOLD Wilson Street Quiet mountain views from this four-bedroom, 1600 sqft home on two acres. Open yard with raised beds and greenhouse. Where else can you find a kitchen like this at this price? Great value at $197,500 SOLD

Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 Please text or email a message (rather than voice mail) myrnablake1@gmail.com . Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.

Pine Tree Services Open For Summer Season Quality Gravel for all your needs Pit Run, Road Mix, Pea Gravel, 3/4 Rock, Drain Rock

Concrete *Topsoil* Excavating, Trucking, Lot Clearing 250-651-7636 sheldonsands1@gmail.com

“Reaching Out” Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART

Fishing Charters

SVOP Licence, 24 ft. Boat, Transport Canada Commercial Registration – Insured Gary Hill, Atlin B.C. V0W 1A0 Licensed, B.C. Guide Call -250 651-7553 Email garyphill59@gmail.com $850.00 per day - $550.00 per 1/2 day

I am reminded, time and time again, when reaching out to connect hand to hand a friendship awaits.

I am reminded, time and time again, when reaching out to connect heart to heart a warm bond awaits.

GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com

These days, when reaching out, we can find creative ways to connect safely.

7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0 WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com

Jeff Salmon jeffandmich67@gmail.com

St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m.

Sunday Everyone Welcome

NO SERVICES AT THIS TIME

Sewing Machine

Atlin Community

Cleaning, Repair, & Setup

Open Every

Library Friday and Saturday

2-4p.m.

Everyone Welcome

Terry 250 651-7769

Closed until further notice

Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada

Services Sunday 11: a.m.

Come join us!

(778) 721-0710 No service at this time

Every sincere word of forgiveness we ever speak is a word of God; every generous deed is a service to God’s kingdom; and every expression of thanks is a recognition of God’s love bestowed through another.

Rental Suite Available Fully furnished, turnkey operation, Long term rental preferred but will do a month to month rental also.

Telephone (local calls only) Shaw TV, electricity included.

Please call Sherri or Rob 651-2241 if you are interested.

Please note that calls for same day water delivery service must be received no later than 11 a.m. of said day. Thank you!

Heating Oil delivery available

Delivery days are Monday through Friday Our mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0 You can also email us at grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com 250-651-7463

With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond

For sale, 80 acres of beautiful mixed forest just off Atlin lake and 27 kms north of Atlin.

Zoned ALR with a creek running through it, gently sloped and easy to develop. $350,000.

For more info call 867-333-9914.

The next Whisper is Wednesday May 27th.

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