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Mungall seeks answers on hospital delay Nelson Star Staff

Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall told the Minister of Health last week that taxpayers shouldn’t have to foot the bill for the

Kootenay Lake Hospital delays. Mungall questioned Michael de Jong in the legislature after it was announced earlier this month that the hospital would be delaying the opening of the new

emergency room and diagnostic imaging floors. “To have made such a major mistake in terms of the flooring… People are asking questions in my community. I think they’re fair questions, and this is

one of the questions that they’re asking. Is this something that was avoidable? If so, who’s responsible?” asked Mungall. According to a press release from the MLA, de Jong said the Interior

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Teen struck in crosswalk Nelson Star Staff

A 16-year-old Nelson girl was taken to Kootenay Lake Hospital Thursday after being struck at the crossing of Front and Poplar streets. Police say the driver, an 80-year-old man, went through a red light. Off duty paramedics and Nelson Fire Department members witnessed the collision and rushed to the teen’s aid. Her injuries were not lifethreatening, but she was taken to Kootenay Lake hospital by ambulance, and was expected to undergo further tests in Trail. The driver has been charged with failing to stop for a red light and failing to yield to a pedestrian.

Suspected drunk has near-miss with cruiser Mistake number one: driving drunk. Mistake number two: nearly hitting a police cruiser. Police say it happened around 3 a.m. Friday. A 34-year-old Nelson man

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nearly hit a police car as he drove through an intersection. He was stopped and found to be drunk. He’ll be in court July 3 on impaired driving charges.

Man arrested after break-in attempt A 46-year-old man was arrested after an attempted break-in at a Nelson business early Wednesday.

Police say when they responded to the alarm, they spotted a man who ran away. He was found a short distance away and arrested, and discovered to have drugs on him. He’ll be in court July 24 to answer to that charge. The man’s involvement in the break and enter and a theft from another nearby store is still under investigation.

Friendly visit turns into bust Nelson police say they were “checking on the wellbeing” of a man at his home Thursday when they discovered a grow-op. The man arrived home while police were seeking a warrant to enter. He was arrested and will appear in court July 24 on charges of drug production and trafficking.

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Four people have been arrested and over 3,000 marijuana plants seized after the RCMP’s border integrity program and the Central Kootenay regional detachment searched a Winlaw home. A search warrant was executed May 11 relating to the production of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking.

Two men who lived at the home off Bojey Road in Winlaw were arrested along with a man from Nelson and a woman from Thrums. In addition to the 3,000 marijuana plants, investigators seized related grow operation equipment and one motor vehicle. “When you have 3,000 marijuana plants at one location the plants were not being grown for personal use,” said

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Paint cans that have been collecting dust in garages and sheds around Nelson can now find a home at the Nelson Leafs Recycling Centre. The centre began a paint recycling program at the end of April to deal with a growing demand for the service. “When the Paint Depot shut down, Product Care who was doing the paint recycling for them asked us if we’d be interested seeing as we were already doing our small appliance recycling through them,” said Grant Wilson, manager of the recycling centre.

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De Jong lacks answers Continued from Page 1 the project’s contingency fund and warranty, he was not able to give an exact figure of what the total cost would be. The expansion project at the hospital was originally announced in April 2009. The grand opening of the new emergency room has been delayed four times. “You know, if there was one delay, I don’t think anybody in my community would ask this ques-

tion, but there have been several delays. What is that going to mean for Kootenay Lake Hospital? What is that going to mean for the community, and what can we anticipate next?” Mungall asked the minister. “Will we get a ribbon-cutting ceremony this fall, or will there be another day?” According to the press release de Jong could not guarantee that this will be the final delay for the project.

centre for the entire region as far as Cranbrook. If people are interested in

having their paint recycled, cans must have their labels and be sealed. The recycling centre will not recycle industrial paint. “The response has been good,” said Wilson. “People that know about it know that they can come and look through any paint cans that are a half to three-quarters full we try to keep it around and see if we can get it reused.” A certain amount per can is collected as a profit for the centre. Wilson asks that anyone wanting to recycle unwanted paints drops it off during operating hours, which are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

Former Notre Dame prof dies with dignity Nelson Star Staff

A retired Alberta biology professor who chose to die last month, and allowed a newspaper to follow his final days, was once a professor at Notre Dame University in Nelson. Lochan Bakshi passed away in his sleep at 87 after deciding to stop kidney dialysis and hasten his death before experiencing more pain.

Bakshi’s decline was chronicled in print and video by the Edmonton Journal. He believed strongly that governments needed to debate euthanasia, and that physician-assisted suicide should be legal for those with terminal illness. Bakshi came to Nelson from the University of Ghana. According to the Journal, he developed a bachelor’s degree program at Notre Dame. In 1973, he moved on to Athabasca University.

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Ex-Meadow Creek Cedar manager raises questions GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter

A former woodlands manager with Meadow Creek Cedar is worried taxpayers could be on the hook for millions of dollars to reforest the company’s old cutblocks. Bill Kestell says he’s concerned Meadow Creek won’t follow through on a remediation order issued by the district manager earlier this year.

“If it’s not going to be a licensee of any kind, it’s going to be the government. We’re going to pay for it .� Bill Kestell Former Mill Manager

“When you see how bad all the non-compliance issues are, especially the silviculture, it’s pretty devastating,� he says. Kestell worked for Meadow Creek for 13 years, including five as woodlands manager — although only spent a few months under the current ownership. For the last six years, he’s been the forester for Porcupine Wood Products near Salmo. Kestell says during his time with Meadow Creek, they had an annual silviculture budget of $1.2 million to $1.4 million, mostly for brushing and site tending of older plantations. Licensees usually try to replant cutblocks within 1.5 years of harvesting, he said. However, a recent Forest Practices Board report found the company failed to do any

brushing for five years, and also questioned its purchase and handling of seedlings. Kestell says the backlog makes the license unappealing to potential buyers who would inherit the obligations along with the timber base. “The problem now is who is going to take over those obligations?� he asks. “Who is going to pay for that license to become viable again?� When it was last up for sale a few years ago, Kestell says Porcupine concluded about $5 million was required. Now, he estimates it will take $10 million to $20 million to bring the cutblocks back to free-growing status. “If it’s not going to be a licensee of any kind, it’s going to be government. We’re going to pay for it.� The province has a dedicated funds to carry out silviculture work when remediation orders are not obeyed, but district forest manager Garth Wiggill wasn’t sure how much is in the account. Wiggill’s order, issued at the end of January, requires Meadow Creek Cedar to replant all cut blocks in contravention and submit reports confirming the work is up to standard by mid-August. “Because this determination is still under appeal it is premature for me to predict exactly how we may respond following August 15,� Wiggill says. “My office is closely monitoring Meadow Creek Cedar activities and various mitigation options are being considered.� Wiggill says his understanding is the company has ordered seedlings and hired someone to plant trees this spring, “So we are waiting

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A former manager of Meadow Creek Cedar is concerned the company’s problems might become a taxpayers’ problem.

and watching to see what transpires over the coming weeks.� Kestell, meanwhile, feels while the Forest Practices Board report was thorough, it let the Ministry of Forests off the hook. Given the transgressions detailed in the report, he asks why it took so long for the company’s license to be suspended. “It’s hard to say better late than never. I’m not so sure.� Kestell also wonders what will become of the land base in the next timber supply review, and thinks his own professional association needs to accept some blame. “The overriding thing everyone talks about is the [Forest and Range Protection Act] and professional reliance and accountability,� he says. “I believe managers in this area live and die by the act. But when something as large as this happens in the world of professional reliance, who’s accountable? Nobody seems to be.�

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TRUCKING FIRMS STILL GROUNDED Although two trucking companies associated with Meadow Creek Cedar may be back in good standing with the B.C. corporate registry, they still aren’t authorized to operate commercial vehicles. Ministry of Transportation spokeswoman Kate Trotter says neither Partap Farm and Transportation nor Daminis Transport Inc. has its national safety code certificate. Both companies hauled for Meadow Creek before being taken off the road for safety violations. As reported in the Star last week, Dale Kooner is trying to sell three logging trucks and four trailers that belong to the two companies to generate cash for his Surrey blueberry farm, which faces foreclosure and receivership. Kooner is the sole owner of Daminis, while his son owns Partap.

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Editor: Bob Hall Publisher: Chuck Bennett

Frustration builds

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In partnership with Touchstones Nelson, the Star is continuing to bring the past alive through historic photographs from the Shawn Lamb Archives. With the spring runoff continuing to fill creek beds and river banks, this J.H. Allen circa. 1935 photograph shows a landscape view of the Kootenay river above the South Slocan Dam in South Slocan.

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he continual delays for the opening of the Kootenay Lake Hospital upgrade are frustrating. Originally slated for a ribbon cutting back in November, the $15-million addition is unlikely to see patients until September. As you have read on today’s front page, last week local MLA Michelle Mungall voiced the concerns of many constituents in the Legislature. It’s the first time the frustrations have been publicly aired in Victoria. We’ve been covering the plight of the hospital upgrade for many months. Each time a date comes and goes, we ask questions. Each time the Interior Health Authority provides answers lacking any real detail. In November it was the mechanical system. In January it was the “finishing” details with items like desks and smaller pieces of equipment on backorder. Earlier this month we found out there is an issue with the flooring. With every story the frustration builds in the community. A multi-million dollar construction project is complex. Dozens of sub-contractors and more than 100 workers have toiled away at the hospital site over the last couple of years. When everything is working well, it’s like a finely tuned orchestra. Then there are the days when notes are missed and the trouble begins. From our view outside the glass exterior, it would appear there have been many days where execution has been less than perfect. Are the delays normal? For anybody who has ever embarked on even the smallest home renovation, the answer is yes. In the case of the hospital, the amount of paperwork, standards and inspections is massive. There is too much at stake to cut corners or deliver a product that is imperfect. So what are we supposed to do? Like our MLA, we want to find out who is going to be on the hook for the delays. Vague assurances from the Minister of Health have not provided the answers. Our guess is that it will be many months before it all gets sorted out. When the ribbon is finally cut, the new wing of the hospital is going to be a source of tremendous pride for all community members. Unfortunately the pride bursting inside of us is going to have to be quelled until the scissors are finally drawn. The Nelson Star is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the BC Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2.

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’m coming to the end of the long weekend as I write this and it’s been a good one, full of activities in and out of Nelson. I’ve bought flowers and bedding plants in various greenhouses, went to Lucas Myers’ production in Ymir and even had time for a round of golf. It’s the time of year when people are ready to get out and participate in community and there are upcoming events of interest for everyone. The next round of community consultations regarding the Columbia River Treaty are coming up at the end of this month. Many of you attended the fall sessions sponsored by your local government when we partnered with the Columbia Basin Trust to take its educational show on the road. We answered questions and collected your feedback about what

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could happen in 2014. This time round, the provincial government will join CBT and local governments to provide their perspective and to answer your questions on their plans for treaty discussions with the United States. These events will also provide an opportunity to answer the questions you had in the first round. West Kootenay events will be held in Creston on May 30, Nakusp on June 5 and Castlegar on June 6. Sessions will begin with an open house at 3 p.m., followed by a free dinner, then presentations by the province. As the dates for possible negotiations draw nearer, your elected representatives want to know what issues are most important to you. Your participation is needed and welcomed. In a time when many businesses in other communities are facing crises, Nelson is moving forward Bob Hall Editor

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with confidence into a bright future. Council and staff recently met to strike a committee to put the downtown and waterfront master plan into action. councillor Robin Cherbo and I will lead the Hall and Baker streets plans while councillor Candace Batycki and Mayor John Dooley take on Rail Town. In this first phase we’ll be working with the business sector and the larger community to initiate projects around improvements to Hall street, the gazebo at the Prestige Inn, the farmers market, the CP stationhouse and lights on Baker street. This work is coinciding with the Kootenay Co-op store’s plan for renovation and expansion and the work of other business owners in the downtown core. Many of you have approached me with ideas, and I’ll be looking forward to work-

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ing with you over the coming months to make these plans a reality. Council recently directed staff to explore restructuring the Heritage and Advisory Planning Commissions. There have been concerns raised that this will mean the end of the important role that these commissions have played in restoring and protecting important heritage sites in our community. In giving the go ahead to this work, council is clear that heritage will continue to be a keystone piece in the future of our community. The intent is to improve communication between the community, council, and its commissions and to ensure we are using an integrated approach in decision making. If you have ideas or concerns about the future of these groups, do contact us. Now, it’s back to the garden.

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Editorial

OCP has roots in Area E In answer to Mr. Zeeman’s letter to the editor “No clear OCP mandate” and the Hugs & Slugs comment on May 11 in the Nelson Star. Taxation The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has some services that are mandated by the provincial government and all electoral areas and municipalities must contribute through taxation. At the RDCK, land use planners work in the Development Services Department which is a mandated service. Area E has contributed to the service for many years and while all other rural areas of the RDCK have received planning services, Area E has not despite its healthy contribution to the service. The development services department has other functions such as building permits, customer service, etc. Area E will not pay any more in taxation due to having a community plan. The department exists whether we have a plan or not. The money used to prepare the plan thus far would simply have stayed in the department and been used on other areas. Support for the Community Plan In 2010 a survey was sent by address mail to 2,100 ad-

dresses in Area E and absentee owners. A 40 per cent return received on the survey is a very good response rate and exceeds the number of people that come out to vote at elections. The survey contained 63 questions focused on land use and people’s values about the land. For example 93 per cent of the respondents believed lakeshore development should be conducted in an environmentally sensitive fashion. Seventy-seven per cent of respondents thought the RDCK should manage the location of commercial and industrial growth. In Balfour, where Mr. Zeeman lives, the response to the survey was vigorous with 180 households answering the survey and the response was decisive with there being more surveys favouring a community plan than the combination of undecided and negative responses. The request for community planning was brought forth by the former director for the area at the request of HarropProcter residents. It was on the RDCK list of priorities when I became a director specific to Harrop-Procter. The leadership of the Balfour Chamber of Commerce, at the time, expressed interest in the concept at my initial meeting with them. On this basis the development services depart-

ment and I decided to test the idea of planning in all of Area E in 2009. Since that time we have sent out two newsletters, a survey, held three public meetings at different times in all four communities of Area E, taken out a full page newspaper ad, sent unaddressed mail notices of meetings, placed notices in the Nelson Star and Pennywise, posted the survey and meeting notices on my blog and sent our community emails where we have email addresses. This is a community process meant to plan for amenities the community wants, define Area E to government ministries, new residents, commercial ventures and land developers so that the community retains its rural nature. Most of the draft community plan is not regulatory and does not impose restrictions on landowners. It is not zoning. Zoning would require a separate process at the request of a community. Some areas wish they had zoning now given the invasive and undesirable land uses that are taking place in their neighbourhoods but such requests are community driven: not imposed randomly by the RDCK. Ramona Faust Area E Director Regional District of Central Kootenay

Another way to look at taxation The question of taxes and procedural applications is immense, however a new way must be found. In the old way, a household would give 1/10th of the operation of his farm to the community to feed the whole. This then was divided up and distributed to each household always leaving some for dry times. If everyone was honest (and there was no reason not to be) there was usually plenty for all. If there was not, however it was the leaders who took

less, for it was their job to ensure the health and well being of the people. Clearly this honourable perspective has been all but lost. Accountability has been murdered in this Liberal governmental occupational regime. This is where Rome began to fall. The tax perspective should look like this: 10 per cent of all household and monthly income should go into the communal kitty or municipal government structure. Assets at the end of a person’s life should be divided up to the

family with 10 per cent to government. Of this money 20 per cent should go to the provincial government for infrastructure. Federal government should receive 30 per cent of this money. Big business must begin to pay up all the remaining taxes they owe or face penalties. Of course there’s more, however, the concept and purpose has lost its meaning and this is what needs to be addressed. Let’s have a debate! Suzzannee W. Chappel Nelson

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8 nelsonstar.com D-Pace voudrait remercier tout particulièrement le journal Nelson Star pour la publication gratuite des annonces en Français. Par la promulgation de la Loi sur les langues ofÀcielles en http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/1969, le http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parlement_du_Canada a adopté l’anglais et le Français en tant que langues ofÀcielles du Canada. Ces deux langues font partie intégrante de la culture et des valeurs fondamentales de l’État canadien en particulier et de la société canadienne en général. D’un point de vue pratique de notre entreprise, D-Pace a vu l’afÁuence de son site Web s’accroître de 30 % depuis l’implantation de la version Française en complément à notre version anglaise. D-Pace entretient de solides relations d’affaire avec de nombreuses entreprises situées notamment au Québec, dans l’est de l’Ontario, en Belgique, en Suisse et en France grâce à notre site Web en Français. www.d-pace.com/fr

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1- La Grande Séduction (2003) Jean-François Pouliot 2- Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amélie Poulain (2001) Jean-Pierre Jeunet 3- Monsieur Lazhar (2011) Philippe Falardeau 4- Les Femmes du 6e étage (2010) Philippe Le Guay 5- Les Choristes (2004) Christophe Barratier 6- Le Concert (2009) Radu Mihaileanu 7- Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis (2008) Dany Boon 8- C.R.A.Z.Y (2005) Jean-Marc Vallée 9- Un balcon sur la mer (2010) Nicole Garcia 10- Hors de Prix (2006) Pierre Salvadori

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Le bibliobus de Cochabamba de l’association AYNI BOLIVIA se rend dans les villages pauvres près de cette ville pour y offrir un service de bibliothèque, inexistant dans ces communautés rurales. En plus d’encourager les enfants et les adolescents à lire et écrire, il y a aussi des jeux éducatifs, des ateliers de peinture et de travaux manuels, et un soutien scolaire personnalisé. Chaque village est visité une fois par semaine et cette école portative est installée dans l’espace couvert présent dans tous les villages. On sort du bus, tables et chaises puis on sort les caisses de livres et de jeux…et commencent les activités. Presque tout le temps, je travaillais avec les plus jeunes et je m’occupais de six à dix enfants. En premier, il y avait l’apprentissage de l’alphabet, de l’orthographe de mots faciles et pour certains, la lecture d’un conte car chaque Bibliobus de Cochabamba en Bolivie enfant était à un niveau d’apprentissage différent. Je faisais le tour des tables en passant quelques minutes avec chaque enfant, et ainsi, je pouvais les voir de quatre à six fois durant la séance afin de vérifier et d’approfondir leur apprentissage. Il était donc indispensable d’avoir une bonne connaissance de l’espagnol pour être capable de communiquer et ainsi établir un contact humain chaleureux par la patience et l’encouragement. J’incorporais aussi à la lecture, la connaissance des chiffres quand je le pouvais, mais en réalité, c’était les enfants qui m’amenaient dans la direction de ce qu’ils voulaient apprendre. Lorsqu’ils dessinaient, on pouvait voir l’intérêt et le talent de chacun. En plus d’apprécier leur créativité, nous pouvions aussi parler de choses et d’autres, surtout de leur vie quotidienne. À l’occasion, je parlais aussi de mon coin de pays. Ensuite, il y avait les jeux et en particulier, les casse-têtes, ce que les enfants adoraient. C’est un art d’y participer de façon à ce qu’ils découvrent par eux-mêmes le montage des pièces. À travers ces activités, les enfants pouvaient s’affirmer et même découvrir leurs talents car leur soif d’apprendre est aussi grande que leur besoin d’attention. Au cours de ces heures, s’établissait un partage, un échange qui va droit au cœur, je recevais autant que je donnais et même plus. Anne Courrèges a monté ce projet en mars 2009 et elle continue à donner son énergie, sans mesure, pour la continuation du Bibliobus qui a besoin d’aide. Si vous voulez participer au niveau financier ou comme bénévole, veuillez communiquer avec elle par courriel: anne.courreges@mail.com Dans la région des Kootenays Ouest, il y a aussi un bibliobus qui visite plusieurs communautés : Rossland, New Denver, Revelstoke, Kaslo et Crawford Bay. Ce service, offert par AFKO (l’Association des francophones des Kootenay Ouest), permet aux francophones et francophiles qui vivent trop loin de Nelson pour visiter régulièrement la bibliothèque située dans le local de l’Association d’emprunter des livres, des dvds et des cds en français. Pour connaître l’itinéraire du bibliobus consultez : www.afko.ca

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News Rosemont raises money for fire victims Tears and smiles filled the gym at Rosemont Elementary School as staff presented a cheque to Ava Koeltgen and her parents Harold and Jeanine. The Koeltgen’s lost their home to a fire earlier this year. The students rallied together to raise some money to help Ava have a little money to help her replace some of the items she may have lost. Rosemont raised money for more than two months.

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have been complete you are instructed to send a money gram through an identified company capable of sending money grams to individuals at a specified location. The scam will advise you that in completing the assignments it is viewed as part of your training exercise and is viewed as a job interview for a permanent position. RCMP are reminding residents to remain guarded when instructed to send money to unknown sources; no matter the circumstances or how appealing the financial proposition may be. Fraudulent scams of this nature can be reported to your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

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May is Canada’s Asian Heritage Month. It acknowledges Asian Canadians’ rich contribution to our country and its culture. We have an opportunity across the country to celebrate and reflect on their important and continuing contributions to Canada’s social and artistic development. This event is being coordinated by the Langham Cultural Society’s Asian Heritage volunteers. Please join us in this celebration on Friday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Kaslo’s Langham Theatre. Admission is by donation. Head down to the Cottonwood Falls Community Market on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a wide selection of vendors that include live plants, crafts, baked goods and more.

May 31st - Wood n Soo Free Show June 1st - DJ Bryx, B-Ron & Yan Zombie June 2nd - DJ Shasta & Leif Jun. 8th - Aufect Party w/Self Evident, HxDB, DJ Cure & Ryan Wells

Jun. 9th - Buck 65 w/ Rhoneil Jun. 14th - Lady AK & Buck Lee Free Show Jun. 15th - Smalltown DJs June 21st -Joaquin Wolf, Kevin McAlister, Sweet P & Perching Crow June 22nd - Snak the Ripper, Evil Ebenezer, Caspian & Craver

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Have you ever seen a jelly-bean table? Well you can this year at Selkirk College’s Fine Woodworking program’s annual year-end show. Come see a wide range of innovative tables and cabinets produced by the 2012 graduates of this nine-month, nationally-recognized program. The show runs from Friday, May 25 to Sunday, May 27 at the Trading Company in downtown Nelson. The show opens Friday at 9 a.m. with an evening reception that night from 6 to 9 p.m., and continues Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., again Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone 250-354-3265 for further details. Discover the power of self-hypnosis at this two-day workshop on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 at the Nelson United Church. Self hypnosis can be used for weight and pain management, confidence building skills, release fear and anxiety and improve sleep. Registration is required. Contact Irene Mock at irenemock@shaw.ca or 250-352-7035 for more information. Come out and meet Caroline Woodward at Otter Books on Monday, May 28 from 4 to 5 p.m. Woodward is back in the Kootenays to launch her new book, The Village of Many Hats, which is dedicated to the “good citizens of all ages in New Denver and Silverton.” Hear the story behind the book, a brief reading and

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a chance to visit and catch-up with Caroline, a DTUC Writing School alumni and author of seven books to date. Kootenays for a Pipeline-Free B.C. transports people on a moving journey through Calls From Whales, a forum on the impacts of the Enbridge B.C. oil pipeline at the Capitol theatre in Nelson on Wednesday, May 30 at 7 p.m. Calls from Whales is an entry point which offers people an opportunity to become engaged and learn more about what’s at stake so they can choose more positive ways of living with all life. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at the Capitol Theatre box office or online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca. We stride so they can turn the tide. The Nelson Grans to Grans are hosting the 2012 Stride to Turn the Tide walkathon. The event will take place June 2 at 10 a.m. Mark your calendars and join us to make a difference. We will meet at 10 a.m. at the Rotary shelter, Lakeside Park and walk to Cottonwood Park. Register and pledge at Lakeside Park or donate online at bit.ly/NelsonStride. You can also contact a Grans to Grans member for pledge sheets. Dinner with the Doctor combines a wonderful plant-based banquet, followed by a presentation by a health professional, with questions and answers to wrap up. On Sunday, June 3 at 6 p.m. Dinner with the Doctor will feature Dr. Sid Kettner. His topic “Exercise, Diet and Heart Disease.” Don’t miss this great opportunity to enjoy a great heart-healthy meal, get recipes, and ask the doctor questions of importance for you. Dinner with the Doctor is held at the Seventh-day Adventist Church at 1502 Granite Road. To participate, please phone 250-551-2374 and leave your name and phone number by Thursday, May 31. We need to know how many to prepare for. This is a free event, however, a donation would be appreciated. All seniors welcome to the monthly meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, located at 717 Vernon Street. Meeting commences at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 6.

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Passionate about food sovereignty through utilizing local materials and skills? Check out art in food technology workshops in June at Underbelly Farm in Kaslo. The workshops are inspired by the DIY movement. This June, three Kootenay artists are sharing with the public their passion for cedar bark processing and weaving, adobe oven construction and rocket stove mass heater construction. Admission is $22 a day. It is possible to take just one day of the two day courses. To Register or for more information contact Peter at Box 1386 Kaslo BC V0G 1M0 or call 250-3532575 or email peterunderbelly@ hotmail.com. More information can be found on public Facebook page Underbelly Farm SPIRITUAL

Ascension Lutheran Church warmly welcomes former National Bishop Ray Schultz. Bishop Ray will speak on Renewing Christianity for a Post-Modern World on Saturday, June 2 from 9:30 a.m. to noon and will preach on Sunday, June 3 at 10:15 a.m. All are welcome. The Ascension Lutheran Church is located at 1805 Silverking Road. GETTING ACTIVE

Every Thursday and Sunday the Nelson Ultimate Frisbee Association hosts pick up Ultimate at Lakeside Park. It’s casual, fun and a great way to run around in the sun this summer. To help prepare for the Nelson tournament, Disc Break July 21 and 22, there is competitive practice every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Lakeside fields. Regular pick up games are Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m.. Come down to the fields and ask about our beginners clinic. Do you have an event you want the community to know about? Email your events to reporter@nelsonstar.com or add them to our online website at nelsonstar.com

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night. Hosted by Magic Carpet Blues Band. Amps and drums are supplied but please bring your own instruments. Welcome all singers, bands and musicians.

If you missed the killer Nelson run of at the Scout Hall of this benevolent redneck sharing tales of love, life and near death experiences as performed by Lucas Myers, head Silverton for a Randy from Creston fix on Saturday May 26. Tickets are available at The Cup and Saucer.

Wednesdays at Bogustown Pub is hosting trivia night. Begins at 7 p.m.

VISUAL ARTS Nelson Community Opera will be holding auditions for their upcoming production of Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Tim Rice’s rock opera masterpiece Jesus Christ Superstar, which will be performed in November 2012 at the Capitol Theatre. All roles are open (chorus, ensemble and leads), and singers of all types, styles and experience levels are encouraged to audition. Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, May 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the First Baptist Church (611 Fifth St.) in Nelson. For more information, or to book an audition, please contact Kevin Armstrong at 250-777-2461 after 5 p.m., or write nelsonsuperstar2012@gmail.com. Kevin Armstrong presents Opera for Heathens on Saturday, June 2 at the Capitol Theatre. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for seniors and students. Tickets are available through the Capitol Theatre box office.

MUSIC Enjoy music and wings every Friday night at Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw with Olin and Rob. Take your turn in the spotlight Wednesdays at The Royal, or enjoy the music of those who do, at one of the Kootenay’s best open stages. Talk to Estevan to sign up for a timeslot during the night. Instruments provided. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. Every Sunday at Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw enjoy music by JC and Melanie on acoustic guitar and cello. Every Wednesday at Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw it’s Mexican night with the three amigos and guests. Music starts at 7 p.m. On Thursday, May 24 at Touchstones Museum and Gallery, Ali and Johnny

Prospero Pottery is hosting Prospero the Sha Bang A Bang Show and Sale on Thursday, May 24 from Noon to 8 p.m. Come check out the studio and lots of new spring pots. The studio is located upstairs at 324 Vernon Street.

Adaline will take the stage in Gallery A. The show starts at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation, and entry to the museum is also by donation. On Thursday, May 24 Carolyn Mark will take the stage at The Royal with Luther Wright and Jack Grace. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the door and are available at liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 p.m. Showtime approximately 8 p.m. DJs Deeps and Ryan Wells take the stage at Spiritbar on Thursday, May 24. Every Thursday Spirtbar hosts a night of local talent. Doors open at 10 p.m. No cover. Picture the Ocean will be at The Royal on Friday, May 25 with Rhoneil. Tickets are $8 at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m. Architexture is at Spirtbar on Friday, May 25 with Breakfluid and Braden Early. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door. On Saturday, May 26 at The Royal Esprit De La Femme celebrates their 10 year anniversary with a fashion show and music by DJ Sturdy. Tickets are $20 in advance and are available at Esprit De La Femme and at liveattheroyal.com.

Tickets are $25 at the door and $5 for DJ Sturdy after the Fashion Show around 10 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Hip hop legend Rakim will be at Spiritbar on Saturday, May 26. Doors open at 10 p.m. and ticket information is available through the Hume Hotel.

The second annual Oxygen Art Market will take place of May 25, 26, 27 at Oxygen Art Centre at 320 Vernon Street via the back alley entrance. Hours are: Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Once again fabric artist, Kate Bridger and friends are hosting a Fantastic Art Sale at the Hume Hotel in Nelson on June 1 and 2. The two-day event opens in the Emporium Room at the Hume Hotel on Friday, June 1 and runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENTS: Toronto-based singer Adaline will be taking the stage at Revolution Audio at 522 Baker Street on Thursday, May 31. Often compared to the likes of Fiona Apple, Bat for Lashes, and Beth Gibbons (Portishead), Adaline achieves near Judy Garland levels of melodrama on That’s What You Do Best, the stately electro-torch song that opens the album and stayed in the top 30 on CBC Radio 3 for an impressive 12 weeks.Advance tickets are $10 (Visa/MC and debit card accepted.) This is an all ages event. Open to the general public. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Special guest opener is Audio Hazard at 8:30 p.m. Adaline show set starts at 10 p.m.

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Bill Frisell will be playing the music of John Lennon on Wednesday, June 20. Tickets are $30 and are on sale now at Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 p.m. Showtime approximately 8 p.m. The Royal presents Live at the Capitol Bruce Cockburn on August 7. Tickets are $40 and are available at the Capitol Theatre box office or online at liveattheroyal.com Elliott Brood plays Spiritbar on August 21. Ticket information to be announced. Delhi 2 Dublin is scheduled to play two shows at Spiritbar November 15 and 16. Ticket information to be announced. Add your events to our new online calendar at nelsonstar.com or email vurb@ nelsonstar.com. For concert announcements and more like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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The makings of Superstar With Kevin Armstrong at the helm, the Nelson Opera Society embarks on production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar and is looking to tap into the deep talents of the community with auditions beginning this weekend BOB HALL

After an epic return to his hometown as part of KHAOS, Kevin Armstrong is now settling back to his roots by helping bring Jesus Christ Superstar to the Capitol Theatre stage. “It’s a show that I have lived with for a couple of years [as part of the cast] and a show that I still love very much,” Armstrong says. “I loved it even before I did it and I love it even more since I have done it. I’ve been wanting to do my own production of it for a long time and it just so happened that all of the stars came into alignment. It seemed like the right time.” Armstrong, 37, grew up in Nelson where a love for all things music was fos-

Kevin Armstrong’s return to the local stage was in KHAOS and now the talented musician is moving behind the scenes as the director of the Bob Hall photo upcoming Jesus Christ Superstar production.

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Kevin Armstrong’s Opera for Heathens at the Captiol on June 2

Awesome introduction to opera Opera for Heathens includes everything from Puccini and Rossini to Queen and Meatloaf (in German). The show was a hit at last year’s Edmonton Fringe Festival. This summer he will again be taking his talents to the Alberta capital and also the Vancouver Fringe Festival. As he gets settled back into his old hometown of Nelson, Armstrong felt it was a great opportunity to get warmed up for his summer festival tour. “I have a very narrow window of opportunity before people get bored of me, so I want to take advantage of it” he says with a laugh. Tickets for Opera for Heathens are available at the Capitol Theatre box office or online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

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When Jesus Christ Superstar comes to life on the Capitol Theatre stage in November, Kevin Armstrong’s voice will be behind the scenes holding the production together with his leadership. But those wanting to see his impressive vocal talents on stage will get a chance on June 2 when he brings Opera for Heathens to the Capitol. Opera for Heathens is Armstrong’s one-man show that pairs his fouroctave vocal range with his skills as a guitarist. “It’s everything that is vocally grandiose and connected to music theatre somehow,” he says. Continued from Page 14 “I got my foot in the door a couple of times and I never quite had the breakthrough that I needed,” Armstrong says. “But I was able to live from it for 10 years and had the opportunity to see a lot of things I wanted to see, learn new languages, meet amazing people and had a great time. But it was definitely the time to move onto the next step. And this is the next step.” Armstrong was also lured back to his hometown by love having recently married local musician Laura Johnson. The two met when he was back visiting a couple of years ago and he stopped into the Coconut Lounge to see a friend perform. Johnson owned the late night coffee shop and music venue. The rest is modern history. Fresh from his return, Armstrong threw himself into KHAOS where he was cast as Cerberus. Being part of the hugely successful locally produced opera gave Armstrong the fuel he needed to continue bringing great music to a hungry regional audience.

“Coming off the big success of KHAOS, I am very motivated to keep the momentum going,” he says. “Hopefully we can get a few productions a year happening and maybe get a semi-professional group going. We have the talent here… let’s do it.” Armstrong was part of three different Jesus Christ Superstar productions in Europe where he played Pilate. When Nelson Opera Society driving force Marty Horswill asked Armstrong if he was interested in heading up the next production, he jumped at the opportunity to bring the rock opera to the community for the first time ever. “The music is just awesome,” says Armstrong about the allure of the Andrew Lloyd Webber work that first hit the Broadway stage in 1971. “It never gets boring and that is why it has survived for 40-plus years. It’s just as relevant today as it was back then, it’s full of energy. There is something for everybody, people who love classical music, people who like folk songs, people who like rock-

out numbers and people who like Broadway musicals. It’s a story that everybody knows and told in a very non-threatening way. It’s more of a story about friendship gone sour than about religion.” And now Armstrong is looking for a cast that’s up the task. “If you find a couple of strong singers for those main parts — Jesus and Judas — everything else will fall into place,” he says. Though the community is full of well known incredible talent, Armstrong is also looking for some hidden gems to be part of the November five-show run. “I am sure there are some people out there with the chops that just haven’t had the right opportunity… hopefully they will come out of the woodwork,” Armstrong says. Auditions for Jesus Christ Superstar are being held this weekend. If you are interested in taking a shot, email Armstrong at nelsonsuperstar2012@gmail.com or call 250-777-2461.

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L.V. Rogers Girls Soccer Earn Kootenay Provincial Berth

Bombers assert dominance

BOB HALL

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The L.V. Rogers Bombers girls soccer team sent a message to Kootenay high schools on Thursday afternoon at Lakeside pitch: soccer in Nelson is a notch above the rest.

“It takes five years to build a program and we are starting to reap the rewards of it.” Dave Spendlove Soccer Quest Coach

In the Kootenay playdowns the Bombers took care of Castlegar’s Stanley Humphries with a dominant 6-0 win in the morning and then crushed Invermere’s David Thompson in the afternoon 7-0. With the pair of wins the Bombers earned the right to represent the Kootenays in the AA BC High School Provincials in Kamloops starting on May 31. “They played very well,” said coach Dave Spendlove. “We are still getting it together for next week [at the provincials], but it’s coming along.” The emerging dominance of Nelson teams at the Kootenay level coincides with the arrival of the Soccer Quest indoor program and coaching. Spendlove brought the program to Nelson five years ago and this is the first true test of the results. “It takes five years to build a program and we are starting to reap the rewards of it,” said Spendlove who heads up

the Bombers program with a team of Soccer Quest coaches including Iain Harvey and Jamie Spendlove. “Seven or eight of those girls have trained together year-round for the last five years. They have come through together and they play the possession game really well. Their knowledge of the game is very good and they know how to play the system.” Goal scorers in the Stanley Humphries game included Morag Paterson and Andrea Stinson with two each, while Chloe Kuch and Keegan Paterson added singles. Against Invermere Bekka Schrader notched a hat trick while Morag Paterson, Abbie Bourchier-Willans, Erica Augsten and Brittany Wheeler added singles. Bombers keeper Kat Garbula registered both shutouts. The rankings for the provincials are expected out later this week and the Bombers will know where they stand. “Our goal is to always go and win,” said Spendlove. “We are normally slow coming out of the blocks, so winning that first game is going to be imperative. We don’t know the opposition, but I am quite confident that the girls will play good football and that is the main thing we are concerned about.” For some of the girls, the Kamloops tournament will be their last in a Bombers uniform as they graduate. Four of the players on the team have earned spots in Canadian university soccer next season including Stinson (University of Calgary), Taylor Stewart (Calgary), Morag Paterson (University of Lethbridge) and Wheeler (Lethbridge).

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The L.V. Rogers girls soccer team dominated Invermere’s David Thompson on Thursday afternoon at Lakeside pitch. The girls won the match 7-0 to earn a spot at the AA provincials later this month in Kamloops. For more photos from the game head to nelsonstar.com

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Rosemont bike park gets funding for fix up

Arts & Entertainment section in the Nelson Star. It is always the second section on Friday. Look to {vurb} for all the latest music, theatre, food and art events! Quinn Hanly launches off one of the jumps at the Rosemont bike park. The well used amenity is headed towards some improvements that will benefit a wider range of skill levels. Samuel Dobrin photo SAMUEL DOBRIN Nelson Star Reporter

Open House Have Your Say!

Of¿cial Community Plan Update 2012 The City of Nelson is hosting an Open House to present the draft Of¿cial Community Plan. We are seeking your feedback and comments on the draft plan.

Please drop by: Thursday, May 24th 5-8pm Council Chambers 2nd Floor, City Hall, 310 Ward Street For more information & to view the draft Of¿cial Community Plan, visit: www.nelson.ca/ocpupdate. Paper copies can be viewed at City Hall and at the Library.

Questions? email: ocpupdate@nelson.ca phone: 250-352-8260

The Nelson Cycling Club has teamed up with the Urban Systems Foundation to help make improvements to the Rosemont bike park. As cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, the board at Urban Systems have committed to this initiative by developing a plan for phase two of the park and put $10,000 toward the initiative. “It’s an opportunity to spread our resources locally so that we can make the community better,” said Jan Korinek, of Urban Systems and a member of the Nelson Cycling Club. The enhancements to the bike park to be made this spring will include improvements to the landscaping, safety and gradual development of riders using the area. Controlled landscaping, including drainage, the addi-

tion of two new jump lines and enhanced curb appeal are just some of the tasks the two groups are looking to be completed in a sustainable manner.

“Adding two sets of jumps will help riders more gradually progress to the next most challenging jumps.” Jan Korinek Urban Systems

“The thread we want to weave through this whole thing is sustainability,” said Korinek. “Taking things that are normally thought of as waste and turning them into some element of the bike park, items like left over soil, mulch, disused pipe and concrete chunks.” Currently the bike park has two jump lines of varying difficulty for riders, but the new

An invitation from Osprey Community Foundation ----------------------------------------------LEARN ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY’S PLANS TO CREATE A HOSPICE HOUSE FOR NELSON The Kalein Hospice Centre Society will be presenting at our Annual General Meeting All are welcome Thursday June 7, 7:00 pm Hume Hotel, Emporium Room (Feel free to stay, or not, for the Osprey AGM that follows.) www.ospreycommunityfoundation.ca

plan aims to create two additional groups of jumps to help bridge the gap between difficulty levels. Wooden jumps to dirt landings will be utilized on the two largest of the jump lines to help reduce maintenance and maximize the dirt material available. Throughout the rebuilding of the jump sets, measures will be taken to increase safety, like relocating trees. “Adding two sets of jumps will help riders more gradually progress to the next most challenging jumps,” said Korinek. The two larger jump lines will be routed behind an existing wall ride feature as well to help minimize conflicts with those using the existing pump track. “This area gets so much use that we need to do maintenance and make improvements because a lot of the riders need Story continues to Page 17

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Figure skaters finish season with a bang Nelson Star Staff

The Nelson Figure Skating Club wrapped up its season on May 5 with its annual skatea-thon and awards event. Twenty-one skaters logged 1,787 laps of the ice in one hour, raising more than $2,400 for the club. It was a celebration made all the more colourful by the 1980s dress-up theme, as skaters and coaches sported their most lurid spandex, lace gloves and leather jackets. Christina Champlin, led all skaters with 166 laps, while Morgan Sabo raised $712, the most of any skater. Junior Academy skater Naomi Lee came first in her category with 121 laps, while Lily Linnen raised $115. CanSkaters Courtney Donaldson and Lexi Elias led their group with $156 and 63 laps respectively.

The awards event followed, recognizing individuals who have excelled over the season, shown an extraordinary level of commitment to their sport, or who have served as models of dedication and personal conduct. This year’s winners included: Spirit of Skating Medal Brianne Morris; BMO CanSkater of the Year Nyah Hedstrom; Adrienne McMillan Award Soleil Babcock; Dance Artistry Trophy Sophie Borhi; Coaches Cup Trophy Genevive Beaudoin and Isabella Kroker-Kimber; Most Improved Leo Measures (primary), Charly Defouw (intermediate), Christina Champlin (senior); StarSkater Sportsmanship Award (voted by fellow StarSkaters) Naomi Perkins; Test Achievement Award Sophie Borhi; Test Achievement Award

(second place) Naomi Perkins. Summer skate camp information, the awards winner photo gallery and other goodies are available at nelsonfigureskatingclub.ca. For the Nelson Figure Skating Club’s annual skate-a-thon participants dressed in their best ‘80s clothes.

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Swimmers strike gold Nelson Star Staff

The Kootenay Swim Club proved they were a contender at the Kelowna long course swim meet earlier month. As of April the club has been focusing on training for competing in pools that are 50 metre long, since the short course season ended in mid-March. “I was very impressed with

the team’s strong performance and team unity during the meet,” said head coach Dustin Boyachek. The relay team of Jordan Andrusak, Kelsey Andrusak, Tenysha Van Mierlo and Gabrielle Hanvold blew the competition out of the water winning gold in both the 200 m medley and the 400 m freestyle relays. The relays were only one of the many great accomplish-

ments for the swimmers during the meet. Jordan Andrusak made waves with best times and placed first in 100 m breaststroke, 100 m fly and 200 m fly. She also had second place finishes in 100 m freestyle, 200 m freestyle, 400 freestyle, 200 m Individual Medley (IM) and 400 m IM. Story continues to ‘Andrusak’ on Page 21

The Kootenay Swim Club relay team of (L-R) Tenya Van Mierlo, Jordan Andrusak, Kelsey Andrusak and Gabrielle Hanvold won two gold medals earlier this month.

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Deadline for nominations is June June 30, 15, 2011 2012 For more information call Joan at 250-352-3218 or email at jexley@cbal.org

Community Literacy Award NOMINATION FORM Name of Individual(s), Service Group or Business:____________ _______________________________________________ Nominee(s) Contact Information: Address:_________________________________________ Phone Number:____________________________________ Email Address:_____________________________________ Brief summary of why you are nominating this individual(s), group or business:__________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Nominated by:____________________________________ Phone Number:___________________________________ Email:__________________________________________ Deadline for nominations isJune June15, 30,2012. 2011. Nominations may be submitted by: email to jexley@cbal.org drop of at The Learning Place or the Public Library Nomination forms available: At the Learning Place, in the Nelson Star, at the Nelson Public Library, in locations around town For more information please call Joan at 250-352-3218

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Sports Diamondbacks Fall Short Against Trail Still looking for their win of the season, the Nelson Junior Babe Ruth Diamondbacks took on the powerhouse Trail Nationals at Queen Elizabeth diamond on Saturday for a double header. Fuelled by the strong pitching of Braeden Zarikoff (seen right), the Diamondbacks played their best baseball game of the season in the opening game of the afternoon. A timely hit by Jayden Maida in the second inning drove in two runs to give the Diamondbacks a 3-1 lead. And despite pushing the lead to 4-1 in the third inning, the strong Nationals team chewed away at the margin. In the sixth inning the Trail squad took the 5-4 lead which they did not relinquish. The second half of the double-header was a lopsided win for Trail. Bob Hall photo

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Touch of Country Charm Up the L-shaped staircase are the second and third A touch of country charm lends this two-storey, threebedroom home — designed with family life in mind — bedrooms, separated by a three-piece bath with a linen cupboard. The third bedroom boasts a walk-in closet. instant curb appeal. Beyond the covered entry is a generous foyer with a built-in bench and a planter set above the coat closet. To the right is a den with a 16-foot ceiling, featuring a window seat. Just beyond a half-wall and archway is the formal dining room, with french doors opening on to the L-shaped veranda. A door offers access to the kitchen for easy serving. The open-plan great room flows into the kitchen and breakfast nook. The great room’s corner fireplace will make it a cosy focal point for family activities during the cooler months. Adding drama to the great room is a partial double-height ceiling. The bayed-out breakfast nook, with a window seat, overlooks a terrace.

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Andrusak and Collier off to nationals Continued from Page 19 Jordan’s hard work did not go unrecognized and she brought home the second place aggregate for the 11- to 12-year-old division. She will attend Age Group Nationals at the end of July in Calgary and will be swimming against Canada’s best. Niallan Collier is also in good shape heading into Age Group Nationals. He placed first in 50 m backstroke, second in 100 m backstroke and third in 100 m breaststroke and 200 m IM. Collier brought home the third place aggregate for the 15-andover category and will begin his tapper soon before going to nationals. Cyan Van Mierlo had an unbelievable meet and all her hard work has paid off. She

achieved second place and a AA time in 50 m freestyle, third in 50 m and 100 m backstroke, and two fourth place finishes

“Reaching the goals that you have set out for yourself during the season is a great achievement.” in 100 m breaststroke and 200 m freestyle. Van Mierlo’s sister, Tenysha Van Mierlo, is on the verge of making AAA times in five events and placed second in 100 m backstroke and third place in 100 m breaststroke. Hanvold’s team spirit did not go unrecognized as well as her

performance in the water. Hanvold placed second in 50 m, 100 m and 200 m fly while contributing to both gold medal wins in the relay. She got best times in eight of her events. Sydney Wetter and Hannah Devries also never disappoint. Their hard work and perseverance have open the gateway to achieving their personal goals. Wetter got best time in seven out of her nine events and shaved 18 seconds off her 200 m backstroke. While Devries received five best time during the swim meet. “Reaching the goals that you have set out for yourself during the season is a great achievement and every swimmer who has reached their goal should be very proud,” Boyachek said.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON

Community

PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Nelson is currently accepting applications for Permissive Property Tax Exemptions for the period January 2013 to December 2015 inclusive. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form and full information is available on the City’s website www.nelson.ca. Applicants and the subject property must meet the criteria established by Council Policy 1970.04.005 and as outlined in the Community Charter. Applications must be received by the Administration Department, 2nd floor City Hall, 310 Ward Street, Nelson BC V1L 5S4 no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 3, 2012. If you have any questions please call City Hall at 3528285 or email jcaldecott@nelson.ca Dated at Nelson, B. C. this 23th day of May, 2012 Manager of Legislative and Administrative Services

Heritage Harmony Barbership Chorus and Nelson Choral Society

Spring choral event covers the spectrum SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star

The Heritage Harmony Barbershop Chorus and Nelson Choral Society are joining forces to entertain vocal music enthusiasts in a spring concert I Believe In Music. Also participating are some young men of the Corazon choir who recently returned from performing in Cuba and the Kootenay Expres-

sions barbershop quartet. The Saturday performances are scheduled for 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Bethel Church on Gordon Road. Tickets are available at the door, from chorus members or from John Glockner at 250-352-6892. “A variety of genres will be presented,” says Heritage Harmony Barbershop Chorus director Tim Joveski. “With the Barbershop Cho-

rus and men from Corazon emphasizing the popular doo-wop songs of the ‘50s and ‘60s.” The Nelson Choral Society, under the direction of Kathleen Neudorf, will perform a variety of spiritual, love and inspirational songs, representing several countries. The Choral Society, which has been a vital part of Nelson’s cultural scene for many years, has between 40

and 80 members performing four-part choral works with piano or orchestra each spring and Christmas. Heritage Harmony Barbershop Men’s Chorus sings to support local events and performs numerous free Christmas concerts for shut in seniors around town. This is the first collaboration by the two Nelson groups. Info? nelsonbarbershop.ca

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CALLS FROM WHALES: Forum on the Impacts of Enbridge BC Oil Pipeline May 30th, 7pm, Capitol Theatre Nelson Features: *Andrew Nikiforuk, author of Award Winning, “TAR SANDS: Dirty Oil and a Future of a Continent” *Art Sterritt, Executive Chair of Coastal First Nations *Power point and multimedia presentations Tickets $12 on sale now For more info: 250 352-5274 or nadia@netidea.com or Facebook: Kootenays for a Pipeline-Free BC

HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

Technical Advisor, Wood Products - India Forestry Innovation Investment Ltd. is seeking a Technical Advisor, Wood Products for a one to two year contract based in Mumbai, India. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of BC softwood species and appropriate application of BC wood products. For further information, interested candidates are asked to view the job description and qualifications at www.bcfii.ca under Contract and Employment Opportunities.

Education/Trade Schools Nelson Market Season is Here Again! EcoSociety presents: Cottonwood Community Market Saturdays 9:30 am - 3:00 pm May 19th - Oct 27th Cottonwood Falls Park Nelson Downtown Local Market Wednesdays 9:30 am - 3:00 pm June 13th Sept 26th 400 block of Baker Street

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN. Journeyman Automotive Service Technician required. 45 minutes North of Edmonton, Alberta. Busy flat rate Chrysler dealership. Above average wages to commensurate with training level achieved. Chrysler experience an asset but not essential. 4th year apprentice considered. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1-780-349-5566. Fax 1780-349-6493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com

DRIVEN ENERGY is a progressive busy oilfield service company in the Midwest area (Lloydminster, Alberta) looking for experienced Pressure Truck and Semi-Vac Operators. Call 780-872-6533, fax 780-875-7847 or email: kirk@drivenenergy.ca for info and to apply. Harvest Rescue Program Coordinator: The Nelson Food Cupboard Society seeks a Harvest Rescue Coordinator. For info, see www.foodcupboard.org. The position runs July-Oct, 20hr/week,$16.50/hr. Qualifications include volunteer management experience, excellent communication & organizational skills, ability to work flexible hours, physically fit, valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle. Submit resumes to foodcupboard@shaw.ca Deadline June 5th. JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat - phone 250-832-8053, fax 250-8324545, email pat@brabymotors.com SERVICE ADVISOR. Brown’s Chrysler Ltd. Westlock, Alberta is looking for an above average individual skilled in customer service. Duties to include: effective communication with customers, recommend scheduled maintenance and schedule work. Qualifications shall include: knowledge of vehicles and the automotive industry. Sales experience is considered an asset, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight time constraints, computer literate and posses a valid drivers licence. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1780-349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com

Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses for night shifts in the Castlegar/ Nelson area to work with children with complex care needs. If you are an RN or LPN and love working with children and their families , we would appreciate hearing from you. Pediatric experience is an asset and we do offer client specific training.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON SUMMER STUDENT LABOURERS The City of Nelson is recruiting for student labourers to work primarily in the Operations Department. These positions are open to students who have completed 1 year of post secondary education and will be continuing full time studies in the fall. The positions require a valid class 5 driver’s license and successful completion of grade 12. For more information, please visit the “Info Centre” at www.nelson.ca. These CUPE positions offer $15.50/hour. Resumes should be sent to: Human Resources #101 – 310 Ward Street Nelson, BC, V1L 5S4 fax to 250-352-2131 or e-mail hr@nelson.ca by May 25, 2012 at 4:30 pm.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Nelson is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualiÀed persons to apply.

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TABER TIMES/Vauxhall Advance is seeking an editor to lead a three-person newsroom. Candidate must be able to multitask, produce a quality newspaper and maintain online presence. Send covering letter and resume to: Coleen Campbell, Publisher. Email: ccampbell@abnewsgroup.com Deadline Thursday, May 31. The Kootenay Society for Community Living is seeking 2 Summer Camp Program Coordinators to help plan & implement a community based youth summer program. Applicants must have a valid First Aid Certificate & a Criminal Record Check. Experience working with youth with development disabilities and/or education as well as use of a vehicle preferred. The deadline for applications is June 11th, 2012. Start date for this position is June 26th, 2012 and runs until Aug 28th, 2012. Submit resumes to: 509 Front St, Nelson, BC V1L 4B4, by fax 352-0866 or by e-mail to rcordinerkscl@telus.net

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Shipping Supervisor Notice of Passing Glenn Warren Purdy It is with sadness and relief that we announce the passing of Glenn Warren Purdy, loving husband, father and all around good guy! His loving wife Mary-Ann, children Warren, Cameron, and Jacqueline will have many cherished memories of him. His humor, laughter and consistent giving nature will be always remembered. A very sincere thank you to the caregivers and kitchen staff at Mountain Lake for their consistent, gentle and loving care as they helped the family through this very difÀcult time. Glenn is pre-deceased by Patricia, Lorraine and his son Darcy. Services were held on May 13, 2012 at Saint John’s Lutheran Church. As an expression of sympathy, friends and family may wish to make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society that supported Glenn and the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Condolences may be expressed online at www.thompsonfs.ca

International Forest Products Limited is recruiting a Shipping Supervisor for their lumber manufacturing facility in Castlegar, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the Shipping Department including the direct supervision and training of employees. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills will enhance the candidate’s ability to lead the team in achieving their goals in sales co-ordination, domestic and international shipments, inventory and cost control. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a high degree of computer proÀciency are essential in this fast paced and demanding position.

Interested applicants should forward a resume by May 31, 2012 to: International Forest Products Ltd PO Box 3728, Castlegar, BC V1N 3W4 Fax: (604) 422-3252 or email: taumi.mccreight@interfor.com We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days. GET FAST Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramp Relief. safe with medication, all natural, proven results, guaranteed!!! Sold in 75 Countries. 1800-765-8660 EST. www.allcalm.com **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

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2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. V6, 3.3L Excellent Condition. Winter and summer rims included. Stow n’ go seating. Dual climate zone plus rear air. 86,000km. $9800obo. Phone: (250)365-3042.

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Homes for Rent 1 small bdrm house for rent N/S N/P for a mature adult or couple 352-5498 NELSON: Perrier Rd. Small 2 bdrm. WD,F/S. NS/NP. Yard, shed & parking for 2 Avail now $850/mo 352-7492

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Lakeshore Place adult Mobile Home Park located near Balfour, close to golf course with marina. 2 mobile homes on adjoining lots in lower cult-du-sac, 1 waterfront & 1 water view $90,000 each 250 229-4755

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GREEN FEE SPECIALS 18 Holes: Matinee 12pm – 3pm $49 Twilight 3pm – 5pm $39 9 Holes after 2pm $29 All you can golf after 5pm $20

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Friends Helping Friends The Nelson Friends of the Family held its annual general meeting earlier this month and elected a new board of directors for the coming year. The new board includes: (back L to R) Bob Canterbury, Russ Bourree, Ruth O’Brien, Lynne Chambers, Leona Dimock; (front L to R) Pat Dooley, Wendi Thomson and Ellen Gray.

International Year of the Co-operatives

Bettering your co-op education SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star

June is fast approaching, officially marking the middle of 2012, the International Year of Co-operatives. This year the International Year of Co-operatives has been declared by the United Nations to highlight the strengths of the co-operative business model in furthering socioeconomic development around the world. In localizing the impact of these strengths, the Upper Columbia Co-operative Council invites community leaders to apply to participate in the acclaimed Simon Fraser University certificate program for Community Economic Development coming to the Koote-

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in Selkirk College’s Nelson and Castlegar campuses, between July 2012 and July 2013. “We are really pleased to partner with Selkirk College and SFU to bring this unique program to the area for the first time,” said Zoë Creighton, coordinator of the Upper Columbia Co-op Council. “The courses will allow for timely discussions around increasing community control of our local economies and developing more meaningful employment in our region.” More information on the program, as well as details on applications, courses, instructors and bursaries, at sfu.ca/ cscd/ced or call Nicole Chaland at 250-686-1167, or via email at certced@sfu.ca.

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. **Until July 3, 2012, lease a new 2012 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4X4 3.7L and get 4.99% lease annual percentage rate (LAPR) financing for up to 36 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest LAPR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $38,999 at 4.99% LAPR for up to 36 months with $2,925 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $352, total lease obligation is $15,597 and optional buyout is $15,990. Offer includes Manufacturer Rebate of $8,000. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Manufacturer Rebate is deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,600, but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions o 60,000 km over 36 months apply. A charge of 16 cents per km over mileage restrictions applies, plus applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. †††Until July 3, 2012, Security Deposi payment is waived on a lease (Red Carpet leases, on approved credit from Ford Credit) of a new 2012 or 2013 model (excluding Shelby GT 500, Boss 302, Boss 302 Laguna Seca, E-Series, Transit Connect Electric, F-150 Raptor, F-Series Chassis Cabs, Medium trucks). Security Deposit may be required by Ford Credit based on customer credit terms and conditions. †From May 3, 2012 to July 3, 2012, receive $8,000 in Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2012 F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non-5.0L (all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded). This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ††Offer only valid from April 3, 2012 to May 31, 2012 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before March 31, 2012. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford/Lincoln vehicle (excluding Fiesta, Focus, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV & Medium Truck) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford/Lincoln dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subjec to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford Motor Company of Canada at either the time of factory order (if ordered within the Offer Period) or delivery, but not both. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for model shown: 2012 F-150 4X4 3.7L V6: [13.4L/100km (21MPG) City, 9.7L/100km (29MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, and driving habits. ©2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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“Natural gas is the kind of heat we’ve always wanted.” Paul and Marilynne, natural gas customers

Come home to natural gas Natural gas offers comfort, versatility and value Your home is perhaps your most Natural gas can important investment. It costs money to maintain it, and needs make your summers energy to run it. By choosing seem endless the right energy for the right use, you can maximize energy efficiency and value for your energy dollars. Natural gas is a good choice for heating, whether it’s hot water for a shower or warmth from the furnace or fireplace. It’s also great for barbecuing burgers on the patio. And, with the variety of stylish natural gas appliances and rebates available, upgrading your appliances to natural gas is more affordable. Find energy efficiency rebates that meet your needs at fortisbc.com/youroffers.

A natural gas barbecue never runs out of fuel. If you have a natural gas patio heater or fire pit, you can stay outside long after summer‘s over. And when that blustery storm hits, you can stay warm and well fed with a natural gas fireplace and range. Both will continue working during a power outage. For comfort, versatility and value balance your home energy mix with natural gas. Visit fortisbc.com/comehome to watch a video on how natural gas fits into your everyday life.

Renewable natural gas is natural gas … but better Instead of coming from the ground, the methane gas comes from organic waste found at local landfills and farms. Before it can escape into the atmosphere, it’s captured and cleaned up. Then, we add it into our pipelines, giving British Columbians a renewable source of energy.

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