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Nelson residents fail latest Bear Aware test See Page 6
Six Selects teams earn right to fight for provincials See Pages 16-22
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Emotions ran high Monday night as Nelson city council debated a resolution that asked the mayor to write a letter in support of the Stop the Violence BC campaign. “I believe it will have a negative impact on our community,” said Mayor John Dooley. “The domestic market is only supporting a small portion of organized crime. The drugs that are being grown in British Columbia are being sold to the United States in exchange for cocaine that is being brought back to be sold to the youth in this community and the children in our schoolyards. I sit on the police board, I see the evidence and I can not put this community in that position.” Stop the Violence BC is a coalition of academics, past and present law enforcement members and the general public. Guided by scientific evidence this educational campaign is calling for “a strict regulatory framework aimed at limiting use while also starving organized crime of the profits they reap as a result of prohibition.” Councillor Donna Macdonald introduced Story continues to ‘Pot’ on Page 12
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News Council Asked to Tap into Special Fund Earmarked for Beautifying Core
City asked to bolster downtown Christmas spirit SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
Two local women want to get Nelson in the Christmas spirit and are asking the City to spend $29,000 on new Christmas lights. Joy Barrett and Maureen Crawford made their request at a May 28 council meeting. They said the money could come from the Spurway Trust Fund, which currently has $60,000 in it. “Our plan is two-fold, to help get locals in the Christmas spirit and to attract visitors who will come to see the lights, and stay to shop at our stores,” explained Barrett, who is Nelson’s cultural development officer but said she was addressing council as a resident and a mother of young children. Crawford sits on the Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism board and is owner of the Willow Point Beach House. She told council that in previous years she’s heard people ask why the Nelson doesn’t celebrate Christmas. “Last year there were hard-
Joy Barrett and Maureen Crawford hope next year when Santa comes down Baker Street, there will be more lights on the trees.
ly any lights up,” Crawford said. “There was nothing to keep people downtown.” To change that, the pair are asking the City to buy enough lights to decorate three large Christmas trees and 40 smaller trees, as well as six illuminated Christmas banners to hang on lampposts and strings of lights for key buildings. The estimated price of $29,000 does not include instillation or energy costs.
“The initial outlay to fund this project is high, but after the lights are paid for it will just be maintenance costs year to year,” said Barrett In addition to the lights, the women plan to organize some friendly competition between businesses by holding a “best dressed window” competition. And they want to have kids of all ages compete for the title of “best elf ” during the tree lighting ceremony.
They will also be asking businesses to stay open later in the weeks leading up to Christmas, to encourage evening shopping. “I’ve gone up and down Baker Street talking to business owners, and there’s a lot of support for this,” Crawford said. Councillor Deb Kozak said the City used to put up more Christmas lights, but in recent years has opted to use the funds elsewhere. She also noted problems in the past with Christmas lights bring vandalized. But Crawford said new lighting technology could address both of Kozak’s concerns. New lights are easier to install and more energy efficient, so they cost less to run over the long term. To avoid vandalism, she said, lights are designed to be placed higher in the trees where people can’t reach them and mirrors reflect the light down. Council referred the matter to its staff, asking for a report back on the viability of purchasing the lights.
Sinixt still challenge Perry Ridge logging Nelson Star Staff
BC’s Attorney General has applied to dismiss an appeal by local members of the Sinixt First Nation against logging on Perry Ridge in the Slocan Valley. According to a news release issued on behalf of the Sinixt, the government says the appeal is moot because the cut blocks have already been completed. However, Nelson lawyer David Aaron, acting for the Sinixt argued the appeal is still valid since there is new planning for road extension and areas of interest shown on Ministry of Forests maps. “Future monitoring and consultation, due to damages, are required, which further supports the need for the appeal,” the statement said. A report commissioned by the Perry Ridge Water Users Association and authored by Dr. Tony Salway in September found Dragonfly Creek, which drains from Dragonfly Lake, an area recently logged, damaged private property from
“We have the right to be who we are, represent who we are and follow the laws of our people...” Marilyn James Sinixt Spokesperson
In the meantime, local Sinixt spokeswoman Marilyn James says a road extension is ribboned on top of Perry Ridge and “areas of interest” are being assessed for future cutblocks. “Sinixt have a title claim and that entitles our people to consultation and to our aboriginal rights under the constitu-
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The Nelson Area Elder Abuse Prevention Program is pleased to announce the following World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) events promoting community awareness of elder abuse prevention strategies:
Nelson information table at the mall entrance to WalMart from 10am-3pm. Slocan Valley FREE tea party at the Passmore Lodge. Kaslo information table in front of Big Way from 10am-3pm. Salmo FREE “Seniors Lunch and Learn” with an expert panel of presenters at 11:30 in the Seniors Villa. Riondel will include the WEADD information in their ongoing Age Friendly Community Initiatives.
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increased runoff this spring. As a result of the government’s application, the appeal was not heard June 4 and 5 as scheduled. A decision on whether it can proceed will be decided in the next few weeks, the statement indicated. If it does go ahead, it’s expected to be heard in the fall.
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tion,” she said. “We have the right to be who we are, represent who we are and follow the laws of our people to protect our territory, which includes the water, land, wildlife, burial grounds and village sites of our people.” The local Sinixt brought a constitutional challenge against the logging operation, which a judge dismissed in February 2011. They were seeking a judicial review of the timber sale license awarded to Kaslo’s Sunshine Logging, arguing a constitutional right to consultation before the license was granted, as Perry Ridge is part of their traditional territory. However, Justice Peter Willcock said the group was not “capable of sufficiently precise definition with respect to their membership.” Following a standoff on Perry Ridge that ended peacefully, the work proceeded, although some plugged culverts were later found. BC Timber Sales said it wasn’t likely the result of nature, although no one was caught.
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News Kootenay Lake School District
Creston teachers protest layoffs LORNE ECKERSLEY Creston Valley Advance Publisher
Angry at cuts to teaching positions that are out of proportion to the forecast drop in enrolment, Creston area school teachers and assistants turned out by the dozens to express their displeasure. About 60 School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) teaching staff gathered at the Creston Education Centre to await the arrival of board members and senior staff, who were holding their monthly board meeting. As meeting participants arrived in twos and threes they were greeted by placards and a largely silent group. Occasional calls of “You can do better” were heard. Some board members quietly greeted individual protesters and others walked through the group without acknowledging them. “We need more money,” vice-chair Lenora Trenaman said. Superintendent Jeff Jones stopped to talk to several groups and individuals before moving inside. In the meeting room, a number of protesters occupied the available chairs but their numbers seemed to be orchestrated so that they didn’t become an intimidating or disruptive force. Early in the meeting, at a place in the agenda that invites comments from the meeting’s non-participants, a steady stream of speakers rose to state their unhappiness with the board, administration, BC Public Sector Employers Association, the Ministry of Education and the provincial government. Board chair Mel Joy called
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Last month about 60 School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) teaching staff gathered at the Creston Education Centre to await the arrival of board members and senior staff, who were holding their monthly board meeting.
for speakers to alternate from those in the meeting room and videoconference participants in Nelson. Creston Valley School Teachers Association president Becky Blair took the board to task for making deeper cuts than ones announced in the April board meeting. “This is not personal,” she said, referring to the protest and number of school district employees in the room. “You are not being fund adequately to do what you need to do. You can’t make soup out of stones. But will these cuts hamper students’ progress next year? I can guarantee they will.” Blair was critical of the way the layoffs were handled. “For the first time in memory they weren’t done by senior administration,” she said. “It was done in a way that didn’t allow people to really understand what is
happening. It showed a lack of respect to the individuals who have been laid off. “The cuts are reactive, poorly planned and far deeper than they needed to be.” While there is a long tradition of teacher layoffs each spring, then rehiring as student enrolment numbers and funding levels are clarified, Blair blamed a different planning model for creating bad feelings and disheartening already over-burdened teachers. Many speakers — teachers, assistants and parents — criticized the administration’s constant urge for employees to be “more innovative”. Music teacher Peter Simon, hired last year to resurrect a band program in four Creston area schools, was one who received a layoff notice last week, and told his story. “The school district gave $124 to start a band program
for 220 kids,” he said. Simon was able to secure a $20,000 grant from a private source to help purchase instruments. He spent last summer driving to communities as far away as Utah to collect donations of used instruments, arranged through friends, former classmates and colleagues. “That is innovative,” he said. “And this is how I was rewarded — I was laid off. I busted my butt and I didn’t ask for money from you.” Simon said he has been told he will likely be rehired. “I’m told, ‘Maybe at .9 or .8 (proportion of full-time equivalent). We don’t know yet,’ ” he said. “This doesn’t make me want to be innovative, it makes me angry.” Each speaker was allowed to make a statement without interruption before the board moved onto the rest of its meeting agenda.
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News School Gym to be Named After Search and Rescue Volunteer Who Died Last Year
Sweatman to be honoured GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
A new school gymnasium in Winnipeg will be named after Nelson Search and Rescue volunteer Sheilah Sweatman. The Queenston School gym committee and Winnipeg school division jointly announced Friday that the facility, expected to open this September, will honour Sweatman, who died on a volunteer mission in the summer of 2011. “Sheilah grew up in River Heights and was an outstanding student, athlete, artist and community volunteer dedicated to serving others,” said Colleen McFadden, chair of the gym committee. “Naming the gym in Sheilah’s honour will provide our students and young people with inspirational messages of community service and living life to the fullest.” Queenston School was built in 1931 but lacks adequate gym space. The new 5,150 square foot gym will serve both student and community needs. Sweatman’s father Wynn said the family was moved by the tribute. “We are very pleased that Sheilah has been recognized
A school gym in Winnipeg will be named after Sheilah Sweatman, Teddi Sweatman photo seen here near Nelson.
in this way,” he said. “She was a fabulous young lady, strong in mind and spirit.” He added his daughter was a “wonderful athlete, amazing snow boarder, cyclist, hiker, swimmer and dog sledder.” A graduate of the University of Manitoba, Sheilah was also an accomplished artist. She donated her best work, Finding Me, made out of 256,000 puzzle pieces, to the Children’s Hospital Foundation. The gym naming is the latest of several posthumous honours: Central Okanagan Search and Rescue named its new jet boat after Sweatman last summer, and a cairn is expected to be constructed in her memory at the North Shore Hall out of stones con-
tributed from each of the province’s search and rescue groups. Sweatman, 29, drowned last June 29 while trying to recover a submerged vehicle in the Goat River near Creston. A coroner’s inquest into her death was expected to get underway this month, but has been delayed. The BC Coroners Service said it was “necessary to ensure availability of all required witnesses as well as counsel for parties with standing.” On Monday the province announced that the inquest will now take place between November 19 and 23. The hearing will be presided over by regional coroner Mark Coleman and a five-
member jury. On his website, Vancouver lawyer Cameron Ward says he has been counsel for the Sweatman family since October 2011, when the inquest was announced and scheduled. He said her death occurred during filming of the reality show Callout: Search and Rescue, and the tragedy was captured on video. “Lawyers from the Ministry of Justice attended a preinquest hearing on May 22, but gave no indication that an adjournment was being contemplated by anyone,” he wrote. “We had no opportunity to make any submissions on behalf of the family before receiving notice of the adjournment.” The delay came as an “unwelcome surprise” to Sweatman’s parents and siblings, who had arranged to travel to Nelson from Winnipeg, Belgium, Calgary, and Vancouver, he added. “The BC Coroners Service and the coroner apparently did not consider the family’s interests before postponing the hearing.” WorkSafe BC and Emergency Management BC are also conducting their own investigations.
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Many reasons to relay on Saturday MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
When Pat Dooley first became involved in the Relay for Life it was because she had lost two people close to her, including her father, to cancer. But two years ago, Dooley’s participation in the relay became more personal when she was diagnosed with abdominal cancer. “I feel I’ve beat it,” she said. “The community support, their kindness and prayers really helped me through that time.” Both Pat and her husband, Nelson Mayor John Dooley, have been involved in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life for 10 years. “It’s really difficult to get through those times without the support of friends and
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The first year the Dooleys participated in the Relay, they were doing it in memory of Pat’s dad and of their good friend Shirley Wick. “I attended the LVR grad on the weekend, as I do every year, and I was really struck when I saw Christina
Musa, who I remember as a young girl,” said John. “She was diagnosed with cancer when she was quite young and there she was there on Saturday graduating. That to me was a true sign of a fighter and someone that has battled that disease.” According to 2012 statistics created and distributed by the Canadian Cancer Society and the federal government, an estimated 186,400 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in this country (not including approximately 81,300 cases of non-melanoma skin cancer). There will be an estimated 75,700 deaths from cancer. “Looking at the participants in this year’s Relay, there is really a resurgence around it,” said Pat. “Cancer has become so
prevalent,” said Pat. “Almost everyone has been touched by cancer. The Relay for Life is a great way to contribute to the ongoing search for a cause and to help support those fighting cancer. Even if you can just do one lap, being there is significant.” John said that while there are some sombre notes to the Relay — like the candlelight vigil — there is a lot of fun to be had too. “There is great music and people are really in good spirits,” he said. “People don’t have to donate financially they can come down and participate too.” The Relay for Life takes place on Saturday at Lakeside Park from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. There are 17 teams participating, including a team from the Nelson Star.
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Editorial
Editor: Bob Hall Publisher: Chuck Bennett
We failed the Guest Column — Lorne Eckersley Time to fi x the broken school system bears... again
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t’s always a little stunning when our local conservation office does an audit on how bear aware we are as a community. We always fail the test. At the end of May the conservation office spread out across the community to see if residents are properly securing garbage, caring properly for fruit trees, managing their compost and eliminating all other wildlife attractants. What they found was that too many people have no respect for the environment in which we live. Out of 175 properties surveyed, officials found 40 with unsecured garbage. That’s 28 per cent of residents who seemingly have no clue that a messy property equals conflicts with bears and other animals. That number is much too high. Not properly tending to your property causes unnecessary death for bears, endangers neighbours and takes time away from officials who have more pressing issues that need attention. How much more obvious does it need to be? The province estimates that the BC Conservation Officer Service spends more than $1 million every year responding to bear complaints and relocating or destroying bears. Under new amendments to the Wildlife Act, an order is handed out — of which 12 were given during the most recent Nelson audit — and if people fail to comply they face a penalty of up to $50,000 and/or six months in jail. The punishments should be severe, but common sense should prevent any of this from happening. We are extremely fortunate to live in such an amazing speck of the world. Our incredible geography comes with wildlife that equally enjoy the terrain. It’s time we all thought about that little more and start respecting the creatures that live in our surrounding forests. We want to hear from you. EMAIL LETTERS TO: editor@nelsonstar.com DROP OFF/MAIL: 514 Hall St. Nelson, B.C. V1L 1Z2 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. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
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left a school board meeting in Creston last month while it was in progress, having had enough of hearing teachers vent their frustrations and anger. I was sorely tempted to head straight to a bar and pound back a couple of drinks. Prior to the School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) meeting at the Creston Education Centre, I had talked to some teachers and then stood back and watched as school board members and administrators walked through a gauntlet of protest signs. Now, teachers protesting isn’t exactly earthshattering news these days, given they’ve been working without a negotiated contract for a year. But I was still unprepared for what I was about to hear inside the building. Speaker after speaker in Creston, and Nelson via videoconference, stood to vent their feelings about the latest round of spending cuts and layoffs. Most took pains to point out that they sympathized with the local board in trying to stretch provincial funding that they believe to be inadequate. Others were less kind, suggesting the board was complicit with the provincial government in continuing to make staffing cuts instead of submitting a deficit budget, something only one board in the province has done to this point. Of all the provincial ministries, health and education provide services that no amount of spending could satisfy everyone involved. You could
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back up an endless string of dump trucks full of money and unload them into these services and no amount would be enough. But here’s the dirty, and not so well kept, secret that we have to take into account: baby boomers, of which I am one, are entering the stage in our lives in which we want and expect health care (or, more accurately, “sick care” as a friend recently described it) to be ready and waiting to accommodate us as we grow ever older. And we are running the show, and there are lot of us. For the better part of a decade, our local politicians have headed to Vancouver or Victoria to hear messages from premiers and finance ministers, all of whom have been issuing the same warning. Each year, health care is going to eat up a larger proportion of provincial resources than in the previous one. And the end, while in sight, is still a long way off. We expect hospitals and doctors and nurses and clinics and testing facilities to be there when we need them, and if that expectation eats up a huge chunk of the provincial budget, well, too bad. Bob Hall Editor
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And, while we are using health care dollars to the max, we aren’t so generous with other government services. Our kids are grown up and no longer in school and, while we love our grandchildren, we know there are fewer of them than us, and they’ll just have to be happy with the education they are given. If we can push more and more into home schooling, so much the better. It leaves even more money for heath care. That education is suffering is at least in part due to the fact that declining enrolment does not result in a corresponding reduction in costs. It costs the same to run a school bus with 20 kids as it does 30. It costs the same to operate a classroom with 20 as it does 30, give or take the odd teaching assistant position. And while closing schools cuts some costs, it never translates into quite the expected savings. So the provincial government looks at the numbers and says this is what we can reasonably afford for education and the local districts are left to try to make it all work, and to take the flak when it has unhappy parents or teach-
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ers or other employees. As I said, I left the meeting early, not because I didn’t think the rest of the evening wouldn’t be important. Instead, I felt overwhelmingly sad to hear firsthand the stories of teachers, some of whom I know to be among our very best. I wasn’t alone in feeling how I did — more than once I saw school board members wipe tears from their eyes. I don’t like to see negative things happen in our community and not to be able to see even a glimmer of hope. On that evening, however, all I sensed was desperation. I wanted to get angry at someone and I couldn’t find a target. While I’m not big fan of the provincial government, I can’t honestly believe that they don’t want what’s best for our students. It’s the same with school districts and teachers and employees and (most) parents. Personally, I’d start by getting rid of school boards and a lot of the district administration. It’s a provincial education system, so let the province run it. At least then if the public was unhappy we would know where our fingers should be pointed. Without the ability to tax, school boards have become not much more than pawns in the system, providing a human shield for the provincial government, much like health authorities are designed to do. The system isn’t working. It’s time for change. Lorne Eckersley is the publisher of the Creston Valley Advance.
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Letters to the Editor
Peace agenda strenghtens At its recent biennial conference in Castlegar at the Mir Centre for Peace, the BC Southern Interior Peace Coalition reviewed a range of threats to the peace and security of our world. Delegates unanimously endorsed: • Bill C-363 (for conscientious objectors, to redirect/ re-divert that portion of their taxes going to the Department of National Defence to peaceful purposes). • Bill C-373 (calling for the establishment of a federal Department of Peace), the Occupy Nelson movement and the stand of university
students in Quebec against proposed increases in their tuition. • Bill C-363 and Bill C-373 are both private members bills put forward by Alex Atamanenko, NDP MP for the Southern Interior of British Columbia, and have received first reading in the House of Commons. The BC Coalition is an association of diverse member groups in the Boundary, Kootenay and Okanagan regions of BC guiding principles are based in equality, non-violence, social and economic justice, protection of the environment, and
respectful communication to achieve peaceful solutions rather than resorting to violence. It is an avenue for sharing experiences, learning from those experiences and supporting each other’s work for a world free of violence and lived honouring, valuing and supporting all humanity and Mother Earth. Member groups also belong to the Canadian Peace Alliance. The BC Southern Interior Peace Coalition meets twice a year, usually in the spring and fall. Sandra Hartline BC Southern Interior Peace Coalition
Heading down tricky tracks David Grevy’s letter to the editor in the June 1 Nelson Star regarding crossing of the CPR railyard (“Tracks need to be crossed”) in the vicinity of Cottonwood Creek calls out for a reply if for no other reason than for the safety of children. Grevy’s arguments are unsound. He would take exception to someone limiting his enjoyment of his own property when used for its intended purpose (the bicycles for instance). Yet he would deny CPR the right to use its property (the railyard in the vicinity of Cottonwood Creek) for the legitimate purpose of serving its customers (a lumber mill, a pulp mill, and the largest lead/ zinc refinery in the world). “Any public input or debate”
regarding his or CPR’s use of property would be spurious. He argues that the rail-
Each time you cross the railroad tracks at any place other than a public crossing, you are trespassing. cars being on the tracks is dangerous because people cross through them. There is nothing inherently dangerous about railcars, properly secured, standing on a rail track. It is the action of the people which is dangerous. His statement regarding “a giant ugly train, parked there for no other reason than to block” clearly indicates that his knowledge of the operation of a railway is deficient.
I am a retired CPR employee who has met many other railroaders across Canada and United States. Their jobs are complex and require a great deal of knowledge. Universally among railroaders, one of their greatest concerns is trespassers. Railroaders do not want to take home the knowledge that, while the railroader was on duty, a trespasser was killed or injured. Each time you cross the railroad tracks at any place other than a public crossing, you are trespassing. In addition, you are teaching your kids to trespass. Please be a responsible and do not trespass on railroad property. Please use Hall Street crossing. John Neville Nelson
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GREEN Theatre group appreciate support THINK TAKE THE free MTI SHUTTLE The Nelson Civic Theatre Society would like to thank everyone for making our survey campaign a huge success. Our sincere gratitude goes out to all the businesses that put the survey in their shops and put up our posters, to all the volunteers who gave their time or offered to help in the future, and to all the individ-
uals that took the time to sign the survey, which enabled us to reach over 4,300 signatures in two months, in support of a cinema in Nelson (anyone who would like to join our online survey can go to civictheatre.ca). We feel truly fortunate to have this exceptional community spirit in our region.
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Fridays The Board of Community First Health Co-op is pleased to announce its
10TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 25, 2012 7-9PM at our Wellness Centre, 518 Lake Street. Come early for a tour of our Community Health Resource Centre; doors open at 6:00pm Stay for a presentation from the Brain Harmony Centre: “Change Your Brain - Change Your Life.” All members and guests welcome! Please update your membership information email info@healthco-op.ca or call Gerrie 250-352-3347.
THANK YOU! The Nelson Lions Club and all users of the Lions Park basketball court thank Selkirk Paving for donating their time and materials to re-pave the basketball court. We now have a smooth safe surface that will last many years. Also thanks to Nelson Public Works for readying the area for re-paving.
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Club Donates $10,000 to Outdoor Facility
Lions dig deep for skatepark MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
The Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skate Park Society received another big donation earlier this month from the Nelson Lions Club. The club presented Rob Levesque of the skate park society with a cheque for $10,000. “We’ve been on side with the skateboard park for almost the full 10 years,” said Rick Crozier with the Lions Club. “We supported it in principle way back when. We’re a youth oriented group. We want to make sure that kids can have places to be.” The gift from the Lions is one of the largest single cash donations the local club has made. Crozier said skateboarders often use the spray park at Lions Park even though that is not what it’s designed for. “We’ve talked with Rob and the rest of the crew and we think it’s a really good idea. Lots of other communities have them and we think we should have one,” he said. Levesque said the fundraising for the skatepark has been going well. “We’ll probably break $500,000 by the end of June,” he said. “Considering where we’ve been for the last nine years, things are great. We’re moving forward. The tough-
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est thing is logistics and what is necessary to break ground and begin the project.” There are various ways to donate to the outdoor skatepark project from the penny jars around town to purchasing a square foot of the park for $50. In addition, the Lions Club has also partnered with the skate park society to facilitate the use of the club’s charitable trust to provide tax receipts for donations in support of the project. The club hopes their donation and the availability
of donation tax receipts will help stimulate other groups, businesses and citizens to support this worthwhile project. The Lions Club of Nelson Charitable Trust will issue income tax receipts for donations of $20 or more. Cheques can be sent to the Lions Club of Nelson Charitable Trust, Box 492, Nelson, BC V1L 5R3. Please note on the cheque that the donation is for the outdoor skatepark. In addition, donations can be made through PayPal and an electronic receipt
will be issued. Access the PayPal donation button on the KLOSPS website nelsonskatepark.com Levesque added that individual square feet of the park continue to be sold at $50 each at Tribute Boardshop on Baker Street in addition to online at the society’s website. Individuals purchasing square feet of the park at Tribute Boardshop will receive a sticker recognizing the donor’s support of the project. Their names will also be aired on local Bridge radio and local print media.
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Trent Nash, Rick Crozier, Bill Brown, Rob Levesque, Travis Nakken and Robin Borrows were at the future site of Nelson’s outdoor skatepark to receive a cheque from the Nelson Lion’s Club. Megan Cole photo
House purchased for new Nakusp doc CLAIRE PARADIS Arrow Lakes News Reporter
NAKUSP — Ever wondered what happens to the dollars you spend when you find that great deal in the thrift store? Would you believe the Arrow Lakes Hospital Auxiliary has been saving up to buy a house? Arrow Lakes Hospital Foundation and Hospital Auxiliary volunteers congregated earlier this month for tours of their new house and a small reception. The foundation and auxiliary banded together to purchase a home to offer doctors who might need just a little more enticement to Nakusp. Foundation chair Mike George said there was clearly a “desperate need” to get physicians to move to Nakusp, and
Dale James of the auxiliary agreed. At the beginning, the auxiliary bought “extras” for the hospital for patient comfort, said James. Soon, the organization started buying equipment for the hospital in order to attract doctors to work there.
“Locums say we’re the best equipped small hospital they’ve ever been to.” Mike George Arrow Lakes Hospital Foundation
“Locums say we’re the best equipped small hospital they’ve ever been to,” said George, who has seen an increase over the years in federal and provincial gov-
ernments offloading responsibility for services to municipalities and volunteer groups. Even with the increase, the auxiliary has been able to keep the hospital well supplied. And so, the groups pooled their resources and started looking for a house to attract a doctor. James was both proud of and modest about the achievement, and said the thrift store not only provided the house, but also a service to the community by recycling goods through the community while also being “a good outlet for old ladies with time on their hands.” All their efforts have resulted in the purchase of a good-sized house on Nakusp’s Third Street with a lovely garden and pond “water feature,” for Dr. Sayed Subzwari who will be moving to Nakusp on June 23.
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A Kootenay DanceBeat Club invitation:
Last-Chance Dance (til October?)
Saturday, June 16, 2012 Playmor Junction Church
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News Japanese Internment
Panels to mark history SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
On Saturday historic commemoration ceremonies will take place in the Slocan Valley as two interpretive signage panels are unveiled at Lemon Creek and Popoff. The public is invited to join well-known author Joy Kogawa and several dignitaries for the signage dedications beginning at the Lemon Creek site (adjacent to Lemon Creek Lodge on Kennedy Road) at 2 p.m. Between 1942 and 1946, approximately 2,200 Japanese Canadians were interned at these two internment sites just south of the Village of Slocan. Hundreds of small houses, streets, schools and other buildings were built beginning about this time of year in 1942 as the first trainloads of Japanese Canadians began arriving in Slocan. Today, two empty hay fields are all that is left and passersby have no idea of the story these two fields could tell about what once happened here. Those behind the new signs say it is remarkable that, until this Saturday, not a single sign or marker has identified these important sites where one of the most unjust episodes in Canadian history unfolded. Created by local historian Ian Fraser, the signage was commissioned by the Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society and documents the story in pictures and narrative, highlighting the national injustice that was perpetrated. Kogawa and other dignitaries will be participating in the sign dedications on Kennedy Road at the Lemon Creek site at 2 p.m. and on the Slocan Valley Rail Trail adjacent to the Popoff site at 3 p.m. Following the sign dedication ceremonies, the public is invited to assemble at the former Odd Fellows Hall at the north end of Harold Street in the Village of Slocan (now called the Silvery Slocan or Legion Hall) from 4 to 6 p.m. This 1890’s building is hardly changed inside from the 40’s and is remembered as the site of dances, movies, funerals and other events during the internment years. Displays, slide-shows and socializing with Kogawa and other former internees and dignitaries will take place. A buffet dinner at 6 p.m. with presentations and readings by Kogawa is now sold out but the signage dedication ceremonies and the open house will be well worth attending.
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Jun. 13th - Koan Sound Jun. 14th - Lady AK & Buck Lee Free Show Jun. 15th - Smalltown DJs Jun. 16th - Philth Kids w/ Fluxo & Friends Jun. 21st -Joaquin Wolf, Kevin McAlister, Sweet P & Perching Crow June 22nd - Snak the Ripper, Evil Ebenezer, Caspian & Craver June 23rd - Five Alarm Funk w/ Cass Rhapsody
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The Nelson Technology Club is a growing, independent initiative to nurture technology advancement within the local community. The technology club meets every Wednesday at 207-601 Front Street. Do you know someone who is in an abusive relationship? Do you wonder why you are in one? Do you want to understand why people stay in them or how to help someone? Community First Health Co-op’s third education series runs Wednesday, June 13 from noon to 1 p.m. at Community First Health Co-op at 518 Lake Street. Bring you lunch and join us for this free workshop in the Stoddart Room on the second floor. This is your opportunity to sit down with popcorn and juice to see a large-screen, full-length documentary. The Nelson Refugee Committee brings you the documentary Obachan’s Garden. The showing is on Friday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Self Design High, located on the secondfloor of the Legion Building, at Victoria and Stanley streets. This is a fundraiser with a suggested donation of $10.
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on Saturday, June 16. The Nelson Star along with teams from all over the community are raising money to help find a cure and support the Canadian Cancer Society. For information see relaybc.ca/nelson2012. Head down to the Playmor Junction church on Saturday, June 16 for the last chance dance. There will be a mixed playlist with Latin, smooth, swing and more. The music starts at 7:30 and wraps-up around 10:30 p.m/ There will be refreshments. Come on out and have an energetic evening. For more information visit dancingbeat.org On Sunday June 17, the Nelson and District Arts Council has invited community members and stakeholders to participate in identifying specific recommendations on how the arts council can better serve community cultural needs. The arts council board of directors, along with governance and sustainability facilitators, Pat Henman and Deb Borsos, will spend two hours identifying specific recommendations on change, vision, principles and goals of the arts council. For more information please email info@ndac.ca
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4Cats Art Studio is offering free workshops this weekend for kids ages five to 12 to create artwork that will be donated to a charity art sale raising funds for Kootenay Kids. Create either a Jackson Pollock inspired splatter painting from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. or an Andy Warhol inspired pop art coffee cup from 11 a.m to noon. Workshops are offered Friday, June 16 for five to eight year olds, and repeated at the same times on Saturday, June 17 for eight to 12 year olds. Space is limited. Register online at 4cats.com/ nelson or call 250-354-2287. The art will be sold at Grounded Coffee Shop on June 28. 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. Come cheer on the local teams participating in the 2012 Relay for Life
The Slocan Valley Art and Garden Tour returns Sunday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come out and see the nine gardens that are featured in this 13th annual event. Tour brochures are available on community bulletin boards and at various businesses. Donations gratefully accepted on site. For more information, contact Ruth Porter 250-226-7349. On Monday, June 18, Braden Chown and Craig Wilkinson of Balfour Golf Course will golf as many holes as possible to raise awareness and funds for ALS. Balfour Golf Course is one of 40 golf courses across BC participating in the PGA of BC golfathon for ALS presented by uniPHARM and Medicine Centre Pharmacies Charitable Foundation. Please note that the Nelson Public Library will be closed for a staff meeting and training on Tuesday morning, June 19. The library will be open at 1 p.m.
The Nelson Friendship Outreach Clubhouse are having yard sale on Saturday, June 23 and Sunday, June 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 818 Vernon Street and it will be held in the back yard. They will be accepting donations until the sale date. For information call 250 352-7730. All seniors welcome to a potluck luncheon to be held at the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, located at 717 Vernon Street. Luncheon begins at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 29. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons. The Grassroots Grandmas are hosting tools and treasures, a deluxe rummage sale, on Saturday, July 21. Proceeds from this event will go towards the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of African grandmothers who are turning the tide of HIV/AIDS in their communities. To donate your treasures or tools to this worthy cause, contact Linda at 250-226-7304. GETTING ACTIVE
The best roller derby teams in Western Canada will be in Nelson for the Klash of the Kootenays from Friday, June 15 to 17. For the schedule and more information visit their Facebook page at Best of the West: Klash in the Kootenays. Local skateboarders will be at the Nelson and District Youth Centre on Friday, June 15, for a game of skate from 5 to 8 p.m. Entry is free and there are two categories: 15 and under, and 15 and over. Registration is required and is available at Tribute Boardshop. For more information call 250-352-7722.
Every Thursday and Sunday the Nelson Ultimate Frisbee Association hosts pick up Ultimate at Lakeside Park. 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. Do you have an event you want the community to know about? Email your events to reporter@nelsonstar.com. Add your events to the calendar or plan your weekend at nelsonstar.com
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ing Company — because yes, there’s a murder in the brewery. Tickets are $25, available in advance tickets at the Nelson Library and Otter Books. Space is limited. Celebrate an exceptional new talent and raise funds for the library’s mystery collection.
Nelson Homelinks presents The Elves and the Shoemaker. Directed by Robyn Locke and Nemia Darwel. The show takes place at the Central School gym on Friday, June 15 with two shows at 12:30 and 7 p.m. Admission by donation.
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Ourglass Studio and Gallery proudly presents an art opening on Friday, June 15 showcasing the beautiful and mystical art of Niomi Starspires. Starspires, was born just north of here, in Silverton B.C., grew up around artists and yogi’s. Is now mainly a raw foodist for the last six years and teaches about the power of cleansing and change from the inside out. She is yoga teacher, past time painter, lover of gardens, and is currently practicing bodywork in and around Nelson. The opening starts at 7 p.m.
KOAN Sound is at Spiritbar on Wednesday, June 13. Doors open at 10 p.m. and ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel. On Thursday, June 14 OhShitWord presents Lady AK and Buck Lee at Spiritbar. Doors open at 10 p.m. and cover is free. At The Royal on Thursday, June 14, Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks take the stage. Tickets are $30 available at Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open at 6p.m. Showtime approximately 8 p.m. Smalltown DJs are back at Spiritbar on Friday, June 15. The Canadian duo’s uncanny ability to make crowds feel like schoolkids at recess stems naturally from their focus on maximizing fun for themselves. Doors open at 10 p.m. and ticket information is available at the Hume hotel. On Friday, June 15 The Royal is hosting a fundraiser called Nelson to Nairobi. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $5, or $10 with a DJ mix. The 5 Trick Pony crew is back again to deliver nothing but goods, pure and fresh. Caeser drink special all night. Proceeds will go towards an initiative in Nairobi Kenya as seed money aiding impoverished women in starting their own businesses, and also towards the community driven festival Kootenay One Fest — A Stone Soup Festival happening from August 24 to 26 at Underbelly Farm near Kaslo. As the Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skatepark Society continues to fundraise for the Nelson skatepark project, The Royal is hosting an event to help them along the way. On Saturday, June 16, Breaks 4 Skates local DJs Rhapsody, Perching Crow and Sweet P will get people moving for a night of great dancing and good times in support of a good cause. Doors open at 9 p.m. Admission is $10.
KOAN Sound Spiritbar presents Touch Your Toes with Philthkids, Ryan Wells and Frum Later. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel. The ambience of the courtyard at the Ravencourt B&B in Upper Passmore is inspirational, and the next concert in their summer series will be on Wednesday, June 27. Classical music lovers, mark this on your calendar as valley local Sophia Gray, Swiss born and classically-trained, will sing pieces from Schubert Lieder to a Bach Cantata accompanied by piano and trumpet. The music begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is by donation and all proceeds go to the musicians. Refreshments will be available. For more information phone 250-226-7801
AT THE PUB Join the Ymir Hotel’s country and bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get going around 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9 p.m. Enjoy music and wings every Friday night at Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw with Olin and Rob. Every Monday at Finley’s check out the blues jam from 8 p.m. until midnight. Hosted by Magic Carpet Blues Band. Amps and drums are supplied but please bring your own instruments.
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VISUAL ARTS This June, artist Sandra Rechico from Toronto, will be the artist in residence at Oxygen Art Centre. She is interested in all altitudes: walks in the mountains, the city and the mines. After each walk, Sandra will create a visual impression of the walk in the gallery. Small still life set-ups will reflect aspects of the experience. For more information see her website at sandrarechico.com. This is a rare chance to interact with an artist on the innovative edge of current art practices.
LITERATURE Vernon author, educator and musician John Lent, an instructor at Nelson’s former Notre Dame University, will launch his new novel, The Path to Ardroe, at Nelson’s Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St. (alley entrance), on Friday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. The launch, part of Oxygen Art Centre’s Presentation Series, is free and open to the public. What secret does coroner Bern Fortin uncover in a quiet mountain town, and what does beer have to do with it? Find out by buying a ticket to a special event celebrating Deryn Collier’s new mystery novel, Confined Space Friday, June 15 at 7 p.m. at the Nelson Brew-
CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENTS Rockopolus Promotions and Revolution Audio proudly presents Nazareth with guests Headpins live in concert on Tuesday July 10 at the Nelson and District Community Complex. Special 500 early bird advance tickets only $25, on sale now at Phoenix Computers (468 Baker Street) or phone 250-354-4300. Regular advance tickets, $35. At the gate, $45 K’naan will be at Spiritbar on Tuesday, July 10. Ticket information and show time to be announced. Elliott Brood plays Spiritbar on August 21. Ticket information to be announced. The Royal presents Joel Plaskett with Mo Kenney as part of the Capitol Series on Thursday, September 20. Tickets are $25 and are available at the Capitol Theatre Box office located at 421 Victoria Street or online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Showtime approx 8 p.m.
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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Pot issue off to UBCM Continued from Page 1 the issue to council late last month after receiving an email from a resident. Before Macdonald could introduce her recommendation on Monday, Councillor Robin Cherbo brought forward his own which asked that the topic of regulation and taxation of marijuana be referred to the Union of BC Municipalities for analysis and research. Cherbo stated that if council referred the issue to the Union of BC Municipalities, “Nelson would not be acting in isolation.” Dooley said he would not sign a letter in support of the campaign and said he would “go to the wall” in opposition of it. “This resolution should never have come forward in this manner,” said Dooley. “This is the wrong way to bring this forward.” The resolution introduced by Cherbo was called into question and defeated when councillors Deb Kozak, Paula Kiss, Candace Batycki and Macdonald voted against. Kozak, who voted in support of the original motion put forward by Macdonald, said she had interpreted the resolution differently than Dooley. “When we talk about prohibition and we talk about stopping the violence, when alcohol was regulated it did stop a lot of the violence,” said Kozak. “The gang warfare over alcohol ended. There was discussion and people needed to introduce it to be discussed… I don’t believe it lessens the safety of our community. I can’t agree with you there.” When the original motion introduced by Macdonald was called to question, Kiss, Batycki, Kozak and Macdonald voted in favour, while Dooley, Cherbo and Councillor Bob Adams voted against. “The reason that we are in this position today with the violence, gang control and the special THC marijuana that we’re seeing out on the market today, is that prohibition brought us all these problems,” said Kiss in response to comments by Cherbo. “The problems are 100 per cent because of prohibition, so both of you [Cherbo and Dooley] have made a convincing case against prohibition. I am saying please let us be leaders in starting this discussion about coming up with a system that is better.”
Mayor John Dooley said if council supports the Stop the Violence BC campaign he will make it an election issue. Greg Nesteroff photo
Both Dooley and Cherbo said Nelson should not act on this issue in isolation. “We’re not doing this in isolation,” said Kiss in response. “We’re being progressive leaders.” Dooley said he is showing leadership as far as what the community wants.
“The reason that we are in this position today with violence, gang control and the special THC marijuana that we’re seeing out on the market today, is that prohibition brought us all these problems.” Paula Kiss City Councillor
“We are showing leadership. We’re saying we want the full information package to make an informed decision,” he said. “This is a decision promoted by one group. I’ve outlined for myself a number of questions. I can’t in good conscience support it without my concerns being addressed.” Although eight mayors have signed letters in support of the Stop the Violence BC campaign, Dooley said all mayors would not sign the letter. “At the end of the day they are the guys that call the shots,” said Dooley. “It’s not the police chief that is retired or Ujjal Dosanjh that is no longer running for politics or Larry Campbell that is now a senator living
high off the hog in Ottawa, those guys have been down the road, they are not looking to be elected again. It’s the people in these chairs.” Dooley mentioned that Holland has recently introduced legislation to address the country’s reputation for “drug tourism.” “Their reputation has gone in the tank due to this,” said Dooley. “Is that what we want for our community? I don’t think so. And guess what, I’ll say this once again I’ll go to the wall on this... in three years, I’ll go to the wall. People have stood up at Central School before on that platform and they have been defeated.” It was suggested by city manager Kevin Cormack that council amend the motion so that instead of having the mayor write a letter in support that the letter come from council. Macdonald introduced a new motion at the end of the meeting that the original motion be deferred until the first meeting after the Union of BC Municipalities convention. “We’re sort of at this ugly stalemate and if it would make people feel better to go to the UBCM and see what is said there, I’m happy to wait. I still support this resolution, but in the interest of good relations I’m happy to wait until after UBCM. As much as I would like us to show leadership, apparently that’s not going to happen.” The motion was passed with Kiss, Batycki, Kozak and Macdonald voting in support. Dooley, Cherbo and Adams voted against. The Union of BC Municipalities convention is scheduled for September 24 to 28.
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Kaslo artist Brent Bukowski has started prepping the recently redone Baker Street Bridge which is the welcoming feature for the newlycoined Railtown district at the foot of Baker Street. Last year Bukowski was chosen by an independent jury — formed by the Cultural Development Commission — to create a railing sculpture along the sides of the Cottonwood Creek overpass. Bukowski works primarily with found objects such as metal and glass, the majority of which have been reclaimed from forestry and mining waste at the regional landfill. “I am honoured to have been chosen for this opportunity” Bukowski told the Star in September. “This is my first public art commission, something I have been working towards for a long time, and that it happens to be in Nelson, where my children were born, is such a bonus.” The sculpture is expected to be installed by the end of the month.
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The Kootenay playdowns took place this past weekend with a shot at the Provncial B Cup on the line for Nelson Selects teams. Squads from U13 to U18 took part in the Kootenay playdowns at Lakeside pitch, Castlegar, Creston and Cranbrook. In the end six Nelson teams earned the right to represent the region next month. Here’s a breakdown of the results for each of the teams.
U13 GIRLS PROVE KOOTENAY MIGHT The Nelson Selects U13 girls threw down a significant marker to the rest of the Kootenay region on Saturday, romping to two big wins on their way to winning the Kootenay spot for the BC B Cup Bob Hall photo Provincials in July. Nelson defeated Kootenay South 8-2 and Kootenay East 5-1 to take the gold medal, and the all important berth to head to Kelowna in three weeks time. There was significant concern that the matches would be unable to go ahead due to the unfavourable weather over the previous few days. “We felt that the vast amount of rainfall and slick field conditions would help both Kootenay South and Kootenay East and hinder our side,� said U13 coach Iain Harvey. “We were concerned that our pass-and-move style would be harder to recreate on muddy fields.� The Nelson girls emphatically proved their coach wrong and Sam Van Schie photo showed absolutely no fear as The Nelson Selects teams had a busy weekend at home and away this past weekend as they battled they decimated the backline of Story continues to Page 17
for Kootenay spots in the upcoming Provincial B Cup. At Lakeside pitch on Sunday (top) the U15 Selects girls team beat Kootenay South 1-0. On a soggy Saturday morning (bottom) the U18 boys beat Columbia Valley to earn their shot at a provincial title next month in Aldergrove.
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Sports Continued from Page 16 the Kootenay South side time and time again, scoring five goals before the end of the first half. Things didn’t change during the second half as Nelson controlled the vast majority of play with their clever passing and movement, scoring an additional three goals in the process. “The one sticking point for the coaching staff was the last 10 minutes as we fell asleep and conceded two late goals that had a tinge of Christmas generosity to them,� said Harvey. But it was far too little and too late for Kootenay South, as the final was 8-2 for Nelson. Amy Hodgson continued her rich vein of goal scoring form with a hat trick. Additional strikes came from Emma Wheeldon and Laurel Halleran with two apiece and Jessie Vandonselaar with the single marker. Cranbrook played Kootenay South early in the afternoon and in a tense affair Kootenay East came away with a 2-0 win. That meant that Nelson had to draw or win to go through. “Generosity again reared its’ ugly head as some defensive-
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third mixups lead to Cranbrook scoring the first goal midway through the first half,� said Harvey. “But we quickly replied with a penalty kick from Laurel Halleran, followed by a goal from a corner by Marley Reynold.� Nelson came into the half with the 2-1 lead intact, but
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it was the second half where the true colours of the Selects showed “The girls put on a brilliant display of how the game should be played, showing exactly why soccer is called the ‘Beautiful Story continues to Page 18
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The champion U14 girls side includes (Back L-R) Coach Paul Burkart, Emily Graeme, Isabelle Morley, Camille Gebhart, Alli Zondervan, Emma Gregorich, Naomi Perkins, Darian Voisard, Natanya Hanley, Maddie Sternloff, and Coach Pat Perkins; (Middle L-R) Amelia Martzke, Lakpa Dietz, Kyra Burkart, Maya Mierau, Merissa Dawson, and Kali Horner; (front L-R) keeper Haley Cooke and Bronwyn Sutherland. submitted photo
Continued from Page 17 Game’!” said coach Pat Hodgson. The U13s tallied three times in the second half, led by another from Hodgson thanks to persistence from Noa Butterfield and Holly Rimmer. Laurel Halleran then finished an exceptional team goal involving eight consecutive passes to make it 4-1. “Cranbrook barely saw the ball and when they did get it, our backline lead by McKenna Bennett, Megan Tennant, Cassidy Kiraly and Emma Weiland dealt with every danger quite handily,” said Harvey. The final whistle blew on a 5-1 outcome and the U13 Selects completed the first part of their team goal for the season. “We have arrived at this point by playing the game the right way, and the proof for my players and parents is in the results we just attained,” said Harvey. “The team is the star here, not individuals, and it really showed in our football today.” Nelson now goes to Cranbrook this coming weekend to take part in the Sam Steele tournament, before getting ready to head to provincials in Kelowna July 5 to 8.
U14 GIRLS PERFECT IN CRESTON The Nelson Selects U14 girls side continued their Kootenay dominance on both sides of the ball to earn a shot at the Provincial B Cup in July. The U14s headed to Creston for the provincial playdowns on Saturday and came away with a perfect 4-0, not allowing a single goal in the process. In their first test on a very cold and rainy Saturday, Nelson faced Kootenay South in what would turn out to be the
closest match of the weekend. Midway through the first half, Brownwyn Sutherland opened up the scoring by converting a rebound from the Kootenay South keeper. Despite numerous scoring chances by both sides, Sutherland’s goal turned out to be the lone marker and Nelson won by the narrow margin of 1-0. Saturday afternoon the U14s faced the side from Creston and completely dominated with a relentless attack. Darian Voisard opened up the scoring with less than two minutes played, followed by two goals from Naomi Perkins and a single from Lakpa Dietz to make the tally 4-0 at the half. Voisard was unstoppable in the second half adding three more goals and a goal from Camille Gebhart made the final score 8-0. Sunday morning, the Selects faced the squad from Cranbrook and controlled play for most of the game. Despite many quality scoring opportunities, Nelson was unable to convert until Gebhart opened up the scoring with an impressive strike from outside the penalty area. Late in the second half Gebhart once again found the back of the net by finishing a well struck corner kick from defender Merissa Dawson. No other goals were scored, giving Nelson their third consecutive win with a final score of 2-0. Finishing the tournament against the side from Columbia Valley, Nelson dominated play once again. Strikers Voisard and Dietz both posted singles in the first half, giving Nelson a 2-0 lead at the break. Early in the second half, Emily Graeme found the back of the net, followed by a successful penalty kick by Dawson to make the final score 4-0. Coaches Paul Burkart and Pat Perkins said it was a solid
weekend for the entire team. The coaches said much of the success came from the rock solid defending of Kyra Burkart, Maya Mierau, Merissa Dawson, Kali Horner and Emma Gregorich. Keeper Haley Cooke earned an impressive tournament shutout. The U14s will compete for provincial gold in early July in Kelowna.
U15 GIRLS GRIT OUT TITLE The Nelson Selects U15 girls team benefited solid defence and timely goals on the way to earning the right to represent the Kootenays at next month’s Provincial B Cup championship. The girls started the weekend by taking on Kootenay East on a soggy Lakeside pitch Saturday morning. Hailee Gerun and Aroha Taiatini-Senechal scored a goal each to pace Nelson to the 2-0 win. Saturday afternoon Nelson played Columbia Valley and took an early lead by scoring two goals in the first half. The final outcome had the Selects winning 3-1 with Aroha scoring two goals and Gerun chipping in with one. A Sunday morning win against Kootenay South would clinch the provincial berth and in a hard fought game, Aroha scored the only goal of the game late in the first half to give the U15s the 1-0 win. The U15 coaching staff gave special mention to the back line of Jena Wheeldon, Daina Shaw, Tara Yowek and Paige Lefranc who shut down opponents with strong defence. The Provincial B Cup starts July 5 in Kelowna. Soccer coverage continues on Page 20
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Trio of boys sides bring home Kootenay titles In the first game at Lakeside pitch, it was the home side who dominated from the opening whistle. Ryan Lewis opened the scoring on a well placed free kick early in the game. WalkerMourer Dempster then notched an impressive goal from far
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The Nelson Selects U15 boys team earned the Kootenay spot in the Provincial B Cup after a hard fought weekend in Cranbrook. The provincial playdowns at Moir Park in Cranbrook started on Saturday with Nelson taking on Columbia Valley. The Selects were the stronger team when it came to possession, but Columbia Valley a strong defensive team. Most of Columbia Valley’s chances came as the result of free kicks, but there were a few tense moments when they came close to scoring. Nelson had a number of chances but couldn’t convert. The game ended in a 0-0 draw. On Saturday afternoon the Nelson side found their scoring ways against Creston. Nolan Percival opened the scoring six minutes into the match and three minutes later Creston would put the ball into their own net as Nelson applied more pressure. James Miller added a third Nelson goal late in the first half to give the Selects the 3-0 lead. In the second half, Kaden Foy scored Nelson’s fourth goal on a fine individual effort one minute into the frame. Minutes
outside the 18-yard box minutes later. Ethan Perkins and Justin Willness each converted to give Nelson a very comfortable lead. Lewis also scored again on another free kick catching the Kootenay south goaltender off guard to make the final 5-0.
In the second game, Nelson travelled to Castlegar on Sunday and faced a different Kootenay South team. Lewis managed to score with the Nelson side down one player Story continues to Page 21
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later Creston would find the back of the Nelson goal on a well placed free kick. After that, Nelson poured it in the final eight minutes as Creston faded. Three more goals from James Miller (for a total of four) and one from Micah May left the final result 8-1 for Nelson. Needing a win to have a shot at the Kootenay berth, on Sunday Nelson matched up against a tough East Kootenay squad. The Selects would get the lone marker in first half as May got in behind the defence. With Columbia Valley also doing their best to score enough goals on the adjacent pitch against Creston, Nelson pressed for the
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ever-important second goal in the second half. The Selects got a break when an East Kootenay hand ball in the 18 yard box led to a Nelson penalty kick. Dunavan Morris-Janzen converted it in the bottom right corner with three minutes to go for the 2-0 lead. After the tense last few moments Nelson would hang on for the 2-0 win and the berth to the provincial tournament. Columbia Valley would settle for second place with a 4-0 win against Creston. The BC Soccer Provincial B Cup takes place in Aldergrove in early July. Other local teams that also earned provincial berths over the
weekend include the U13 girls, U14 girls, U15 girls, U16 boys and the U18 boys. The U17 girls will play for their chance later this week.
U16 BOYS GET THE JOB DONE A pair of wins against Kootenay South has given the Nelson Selects U16 boys team a chance to compete for Provincial B Cup gold next month. With only two teams vying for the Kootenay berth, it was between Nelson and the club made up from players who live in Trail, Fruitvale, Rossland and Castlegar to see who would represent the region in Aldergrove in early July.
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Nelson Selects U15 forward Nicholas Wethal controls the ball againstd Kootenay East during the playdowns in Cranbrook. Dan Szabo photo
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Making the ransition from renter to homeowner is likely one of the biggest decisions you’ll make throughout your lifetime. It can also be a stressful experience if you don’t plan ahead by building a budget and saving prior to embarking upon homeownership. Budgeting is a core ingredient that helps alleviate the stress associated with money issues that can sometimes arise if you purchase a home without knowing all of the associated costs – including down payment, closing expenses, ongoing maintenance, taxes and utilities. The trouble is, many first-time homeowners fail to carefully think about their finances, plan a budget or set savings aside. And in this society of instant gratification, money problems can quickly escalate. The key is to create a realistic budget based on your goals. Track your spending and make your dollars go further by sticking to your budget once it’s in place. Budgeting offers a step-by-step formula for figuring out how to best save your hard-earned money to invest in homeownership. Following are three top tips to help you prepare for the purchase of your first home: 1.Set up a savings account. Deposit money into this account monthly training yourself for additional expenses that you will have owning your own home. 2. Save up for big-ticket items. Pay cash for all big ticket items, purchases outside of your home are all depreciating assets so it is good practise to always pay cash for those purchases. 3. Surround yourself with a team of professionals. The two most important people to retain when you are going to purchase a home is a Realtor and a Mortgage Professional. Both Realtors and Mortgage Professionals are free and are the best resources you will have to take on this huge endeavor.
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Sciatica is pain that is felt in the lower back, buttock, or various parts of the leg and foot. In addition to pain, there may be numbness, muscular weakness, tingling, and difficulty in moving the leg. This condition is caused by compression or irritation of one of five spinal nerve roots or of the left or right sciatic nerves. The combination of a more sedentary lifestyle, more sitting, and less activity creates conditions for lower back strain. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) views sciatica as being differentiated into different types, depending on symptomology. For example, dampcold invading the back channels can occur in both acute and chronic cases, causing a dull, heavy pain that may be worse with cold or damp weather. Sciatica due to stagnation of qi-energy and blood (poor circulation) in the back can cause either an acute or chronic condition that is aggravated by lack of movement. Sciatica due to kidney deficiency (from a TCM perspective) often results in a chronic condition with a slow onset that’s worse with fatigue, making the back susceptible to injury and dysfunction. Acupuncture and herbal therapy can produce great results in treating the pain, improving circulation, releasing tight muscles, and in addressing the underlying weakness. For more info visit www.nelsonacupuncture.com.
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Sports Continued from Page 20 from a foul resulting in a player having to leave the field. Kootenay South then scored later to tie the game which ended in a 1-1 draw. “Our hat is off to Kootenay South for giving us a good game and recovering after their loss on Saturday,” said U16 coach Scott Lewis. “It was a good reminder that we have to remain focused at all times.” The U16 Selects are off to Cranbrook this weekend for a tournament and more preparation for the
provincial run. GREAT OUTCOME FOR U18 BOYS For a team that almost didn’t even happen, the Nelson Selects U18 boys squad showed over the weekend that the effort to piece together a team was worth it. Back in April there was not going to be a U18 team because the small group of dedicated soccer players were not enough to form a side. A huge efforts from U18 player Harley Martin pulled together a group of
“I would never want to play against these guys.” Luc Vreys U18 Selects Coach
guys that could compete at a high level. “Now we are at midseason and during practice they come together and laugh and joke amongst themselves while they effortlessly juggle the ball with each other,” said U18
coach Luc Vreys. “At game time they come together as an amazingly talented group of young men who work so well together as a team that they appear to be just one united force.” “I would never want to play against these guys.” In the regional playdowns to determine the squad that will represent the Kootenays in next month’s Provincial B Cup, the U18s hit the mark. Earlier this month the route to the provincials started with a game against Kootenay South where the
Selects asserted themselves with a 5-0 victory. Under rainy conditions this past Saturday morning, the Selects matched up against Columbia Valley. A win would get the U18s to the provincials. Nelson’s Luis Loeschnik opened the scoring early for Nelson on a breakaway. A significantly sized and tactfully defensive Invermere team came on strong near the end of the first half, against the wind, but many of their shots just missed the net. On the quality chances they managed to
direct on net, Nelson goalie Andrew Woodward came up solid. Nelson took a 2-0 lead early in the second half on a nice individual effort by striker Mitchell Melanson. “The skillful mastery of the game and the trust between the team members resulted in the nicest goal of the game which came from a three-way, multiple time, give and go between Mitch Melanson, Simon Baranyai-Sheppard with Story continues to Page 22
Ask the Professionals CHRISTINE PEARSON Sales Associate
What can I do to create a great first impression of my home when it’s time to sell?
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One of the first things people observe when walking into a home for the first time is how it smells. Of course cleaning is number one and getting rid of old pet odors and things that contribute to the bad smells is of utmost importance. But another great thing you can do that is relatively easy, is to bake something that smells incredibly delicious and makes your home feel inviting. In my past career, I owned a Bakery and a Restaurant, & through that experience I’ve learned what a positive effect the power of great smelling food can have on people. I’ve hosted some open houses recently and baked cookies for those occasions, and I’ve received great feedback and interest from those open houses. So for this article I thought I’d include a recipe that is a sure crowd pleaser. Oatmeal Coconut Cookies Preheat Oven to 325* 1 Cup Butter 1 Cup Sugar 1 Cup Brown Sugar (Beat mixture for 10 minutes until light and fluffy) Add 1 Egg and 1 Tsp. of vanilla, and beat for 5 min. scraping down and mixing thoroughly. Meanwhile in a bowl, set aside 1 ¼ Cup Flour, 1 ¼ Cup Oats, 2 Cups Coconut, ½ Tbsp. Baking Powder, ½ Tbsp. Baking Soda, 1 Tsp. Salt, and 2 Cups of chopped chunks of Callebaut White Chocolate. (Or whatever flavors you like, *crystallized ginger is a nice addition)Add dry ingredients until just combined, scoop cookies onto parchment lined baking sheets and bake until golden. *Careful, coconut toasts quickly once it starts to brown. Happy baking and I hope your home smells delicious & inviting. Sincerely, your local Realtor®, christine@ christinepearson.ca
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People often ask me this question. There’s little doubt that buying a home is the biggest purchase and probably the most important financial decision we’ll make in our lifetime. We often find that emotions can affect the buyer and that makes it hard for them to imagine any problems with their dream home. A buyer needs a home inspector to help them uncover the apparent problems and defects that may exist with the home before moving in, to limit their liability with full disclosure, and to provide Peace of Mind. A Home Inspection is an objective, noninvasive, detailed, visual examination of accessible areas of a home’s major systems and components. This includes roofing, structure, plumbing, electrical, exterior, the interior, heating/cooling, insulation and ventilation. All of the mentioned components must work independently, while acting as a single system for a home to function properly. Depending upon the size, age and complexity of the home, a BC Licensed Home Inspector typically spends between two to four hours evaluating a home. He may recommend further evaluation by a qualified local service provider if problems or symptoms are discovered. The inspector will also provide an unbiased, detailed report on the condition of the property based on observations at the time of the inspection. It is very helpful if the buyer is present during the inspection so the home inspector can provide a thorough account of what he finds and answer any questions you may have. This also serves as a great opportunity to learn about your new home and understand the schedule for seasonal maintenance, even if no problems are found. Next time we’ll discuss the Home Maintenance Inspection.
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Spend a day or two and really examine how many conversations contain whining, gossiping, complaining or criticism. My challenge to you is to commit to not doing any of these for a minimum of 2 weeks. Not because these things aren’t “nice” – this isn’t about being nice. It’s about 3 more important reasons than that. • Complaining puts your attention on the problem. Your attention is the most powerful resource you have at any given moment. As the old saying goes “Energy Flows Where Attention Goes”. Do you seriously want all your lovely delicious energy focused on something negative? Focusing on problems and then talking them over and over again sends a continual stream of energy to something that isn’t working. Stop!
• Complaining and gossiping are easy socially accepted ways of staying stuck, distracted and fragmented. Think about it, you are focused on a project or a work out and a friend comes up and starts – “Did you hear? Then they did this and I thought it was dumb, and what on earth was she wearing?” So now your attention has fragmented, you have allowed yourself to get sucked into a negative story and you aren’t putting your energy into your project or workout. Sure you can say - there are things in my life that suck at the moment. However, focusing on your current unhappiness or situation and complaining won’t create a better reality. Stop! • Complaining pretty much says “I’m a victim, I’m a victim.” Starting today you are no longer a victim okay? In the words of T. Harv Eker “You can be a victim or you can be rich, but you can’t be both. Listen up! Every time, and I mean every time, you blame, justify, or complain, you are slitting your throat.” So for the next 2 weeks none of the above okay? Remember complaining just puffs up your ego. Letting go of complaining tells your ego that you are in charge. So let’s look for solutions and make some changes. Ready?
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What can Peppermint do for me?
The origin of peppermint is a mystery, but it has been in existence for a very long time. Dried leaves were found in Egyptian pyramids dating back to 1000 B.C. Peppermint was highly valued by the Greek and Romans, but only became popular in Western Europe in the 18th century. According to traditional Chinese medicine, peppermint has aromatic, acrid and cooling properties. Peppermint enters the lung and liver meridians and can be used in numerous ways to aid with many different symptoms. The most common ways to make peppermint available to use to help with symptoms are: as a vapor to inhale, decocted (boiled to extract flavour) to drink, and as lotion or essential oil to apply topically to the skin. Due to its aromatic properties, peppermint is easily inhaled as a vapor to help the lungs and throat rid a common cold. Drink decocted peppermint after a meal to aid with digestion. Apply peppermint as lotion to soothe irritated and itchy skin, and dab some diluted peppermint oil to the temples to calm a headache. You can also use peppermint or mint like we do at Mountain Waters by massaging it into the body to relax muscles, ease pain, and rehabilitate injuries. Right now our feature product at Mountain Waters Spa and Wellness is Japanese Mint Oil. As practitioners, we often use it in our massages to rub on sore areas of the body to decrease inflammation by increasing blood circulation. The Japanese mint helps to alleviate spasms, tight muscles and cramps. It feels so cooling that it almost feels hot. It is also a great product to use at home because a little goes a really long way. Just be careful to wash your hands before rubbing your eyes! The main ingredient in peppermint, or mint in general, is menthol. Menthol is considered to be antibacterial, antifungal and even a pest repellant. Peppermint has been known to ward off pests like household flies and mice. The aroma is so pungent that it overpowers the senses of the small creatures, making these unwanted guests retreat to where they came from. Peppermint is also wonderful to use on an irritatingly hot and heavy summer’s day. It will cool your temperature and your mood by awakening your senses and lifting your spirits. Peppermint is quite invigorating and refreshing to energy and should be enjoyed by almost everyone to feel its benefits. However, caution should be employed with those who are under the age of eight, pregnant and/or nursing. As well, be careful using peppermint internally if you have heart burn or stomach ulcers - it can be an irritant. Overall, varieties of mint have been used for centuries by humans to help make life just a little better. I have never met anyone who has an aversion to mint, and that’s a pretty strong statement for a pretty powerful herb. Mother Nature sure knows what she’s doing. We just have to pay attention to follow her lead and respect what she gives us to use.
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Continued from Page 21 Caique Braga finishing the play with a beautiful header from five metres out to put Nelson up 3-0,” said Vreys. Nelson’s fourth goal was scored by Adam Grace, on a penalty kick resulting from Nelson’s Loeschnik, being taken down by the Invermere goalie. Columbia Valley responded with their only goal of the game which was notched with a shot off the left post of Woodward, but at that point the game was out of reach at 4-1 late in the second half. The coaching staff was impressed with the Selects consistently solid back line of Jef Vreys, Bruno Moro, Mitch McCallum and Grace. Coaches also gave credit to the midfield movement supplied by Linden Horswill, Eric Stephenson and
The U18 boys team included (back L-R) Caique Braga, Bruno Moro, Gabe Cayer, Jef Vreys; (front L-R) Mitch McCallum, coach Luc Vreys, Harley Martin, Luis Loeschnik, Simon Baranyai-Sheppard, Mitchell Melanson, Andrew Woodward, Joren Johnson, Adam Grace; (missing) Carsen Willans, Linden Horswill, Matt MacDonald and Eric Stephenson.
Gabe Cayer. The forwards that helped fuel the two victories included Martin, Joren Johnson, Carsen
Willans and Simon BaranyaiSheppard. The Provincial B Cup takes place in Aldergrove July 5 to 8.
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Can the U17 Girls Make it Seven? The only team whose fate has yet to be decided is the Nelson Selects U17 girls who are engaged in a two-game set with Kootenay South. In the first game Monday night at Lakeside pitch the Nelson side lost 4-0. The deciding game will be played in Trail on Thursday night and Nelson needs to win by more than five goals. Bob Hall photo
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It is with our deepest heartfelt sadness that we announce that Frank Price of Nelson, B.C. passed away suddenly at Kootenay Boundary Hospital in Trail. Devoted husband of 59 years to his beloved wife Shirley (nee Hoffman), cherished Father of David, Diana and husband Jeff, and Paul, loving Grandfather of Christopher, Brianna, Sara, Evan and Ryan, Great Grandfather of Emily and Presley. Frank was predeceased by his parents Frank Sr. and Pauline Price and is survived by his brothers Bob and Ron. Frank was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. He attended St. Michaels College there and enjoyed playing football and hockey. Frank met the love of his life Shirley when they were just teenagers and they were married in 1953. Frank worked in the motion picture and theatre industry for 30 years before moving to Nelson in 1978 where he owned and operated the Starlight Drive-in Theatre. Over the next 10 years there were many a good memory of Frank working at the box office or serving popcorn in the snack bar and of course patrolling the field making sure everyone was enjoying themselves. Frank moved on in the late 80’s and worked at Speedy Auto Glass until his retirement in 1997. In his senior years Frank mostly took it easy, enjoying his family and home. Frank Price has been an inspiration to others and a special friend to many. He will be sadly missed by those who love him. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service. A Celebration of Frank’s Life will take place at the family home 605 Johnstone Road, Saturday, July 14. Friends are welcome between 1 and 3 PM. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Arrangements were under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.
Chatters Salon is looking for a full-time hairstylist with at least 2 yrs experience and preferably a clientele. We offer benefits including medical and dental, year round paid education and a potential signing bonus. Please drop off your resume at the front desk, or email to chahko@chatters.ca No phone calls. TIMBERLAND is accepting applications and providing training for the 2012 fire season. Apply in person 610 Railway Street (upstairs).
G Tress Contracting in Golden BC has an immediate opening for a Mechanic (certification not required). Offering competitive salary and full benefits. Send resume to gtress@telus.net Fax 250-344-7362 or Call 250-344-0014. P/T & Holiday Relief Bartender required Royal Canadian Legion Branch 51, Nelson Please drop off resume at 402 Victoria St Attention Carol
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Joseph John Plasko 1928 -2012 Joseph Plasko passed away with his family by his side at Kootenay Lake Hospital, June 6, 2012 He is survived by his loving wife Lillian, his daughter Rita Shannon (Jim) of Abbotsford and son Neil (Michelle) of Kelowna. As well as his granddaughter Sherry Postnikoff of Maple Ridge and grandson Steven Joseph Plasko of Kelowna and Great Granddaughter Kahli Postnikoff of Maple Ridge. He was predeceased by his son Lonnie in 2007. Joe was born October 11, 1928 in Bremen Saskatchewan. He was the youngest of 6 children of John and Katalin Plasko. He was predeceased by his 3 brothers, Michael, Adam and John as well as his 2 sisters Mary and Annie. Joe had to end his formal education at the age of 12 as he was a big strong boy, and they needed his help on the family farm. In 1949 he married Lillian Blaseg, who lived ¾ of a mile away and he then took over a section of his parents farm. In 1959 they took a trip to Vancouver Island to visit family. Their route took them through the Kootenay’s and Joe fell in love with the Nelson area. When a business opportunity presented itself in 1962, they packed up their 3 children, moved west and purchased the Blewett Store. Their store and house became a focal point for many of the neighbourhood children. Within the year he also took on the Rural Route mail contracts of RR#2 and RR#3. He really enjoyed travelling the scenic roads and interacting with the many friends he made along the routes. In 1975 they sold the store and Joe built his dream house on 5 acres below the store. He retired from the mail routes in 1989 and enjoyed his days tinkering around the property clearing brush and chopping wood. He created many miles of beautifully stacked woodpiles throughout the acreage. In 2002 they sold the property and moved into Nelson.As his mobility decreased he grew to love sitting looking out his big picture window at the view of Nelson and Elephant Mountain. He called it his “big Screen TV” Lillian has lost her “Bub” of 63 years and his grandchildren and extended family are mourning their “Papa Joe” His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family and he took such pride in all of them.. Joe was always fascinated with planes and took advantage of every opportunity to take a ride with local pilots. Once he moved into town he really enjoyed watching the planes flying in and out of Nelson Airport. Joe will be remembered as a gentle and generous man. He was always there to lend a hand when anyone needed help. Although Joe was large in stature he was a very quiet and modest man and never liked to be the centre of attention, so in accordance with his wishes there will be no memorial service. In memorium donations can be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon Thank you to Dr. Lee, Dr. Murray, Rivka and all the home care workers who took such good care of Joe for the last 2 years. He is now pain free and at peace after suffering for the last few years with heart disease. God Bless Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. On-line condolence may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
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Bookkeeper/Legal Assistant at Trail Office Responsible for the full cycle of bookkeeping with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. Bookkeeping experience with Simply Accounting and PC Law program an asset. Strong communication skills, written and oral. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work with a team and under little supervision. Receptionist/Legal Assistant at Castlegar Office Opportunity for someone who enjoys and excels in dealing with the public. Proficient computer skills in Word and Outlook. Willing to learn new skills, able to work with a team and take on many concurrent tasks with minimal supervision. Joyce Maloff Legal Assistant Thompson, LeRose & Brown Barristers and Solicitors #202 - 605 20th Street Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2P2 Phone (250) 365-7757 Fax (250) 365-7730 e-mail office.tlb@shawlink.ca
JOB OPENING GENERAL COUNSELLOR JOB SUMMARY The clinical therapist will provide individual, relationship and family counselling 28 hours a week, 4 days a week. Duties will include clinical counselling and group work for men, counselling for couples and families, attendance at case conferences and consultations with other professionals. QUALIFICATIONS • Degree in social work or an equivalent counselling degree with advanced clinical skills • A minimum 5 years of experience in counselling men, couples and families • Experience working with male perpetrators of violence against women an asset • Knowledge and demonstrated abilities in therapeutic group process and facilitation • Ability to provide learning opportunities and supervise practicum students • Well developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills • Experience being a member of multi-disciplinary teams • Proven ability to work well with clients, colleagues and members of the community This position requires union membership with BCGEU and completion of a successful Criminal Record Check. Wage consistent with Wage Grid set out in BCGEU Collective Agreement. Submit resume and cover letter to: Attention: Lena Horswill, Executive Director #201 – 518 Lake Street Nelson, BC V1L 4C6 Or e-mail to: ncsc@netidea.com Closing Date: Monday, June 18, 2012
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UNRESERVED AUCTIONSJune 16 & 17, Redwater, Alberta. Collector vehicles and tractors, 1300 die cast toy tractors, wagons, buggies, show harness; old gas upright gas pumps; original case eagle; antiques. Thursday, June 21 - Harry Shapka, Vilna, Alberta. Phone 780-636-2165. JD 8650, 4440, 4240; Concord air drill; 1977 & 87 Kenworths; Cat 966C loader; Komatsu D85; lowboy; 8820 & 860 combines; haying equipment. Saturday, June 23 - John Baranec, Innisfree, Alberta. Phone 780-592-2308. Steiger ST250, 9030 Bi-Directional; 4640 & 4320; MF 8450; Claas 98; 1980 Ford tandem; Kello 24’ disc; JD 820 & 830; plus full line-up. View full lists online: prodaniukauctions.com.
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Fruit & Vegetables FRESH ASPARAGUS Sutcliffe Farms Creston, BC Place your order to ensure availability 250-428-9961 GRAND FORKS FARMS: Wed @ Nelson Trading Co. beside the Full Circle Cafe. Sat @ Cottonwood Market. Fresh Okanagan cherries, tomatoes, cucumbers, apples, gala apple juice, pears and more. Family Friendly prices Terry, Val & Erran Rilkoff 250-442-3514
Garage Sales 602 Silica Street Giant Annual Garage Sale NELSON UNITED CHURCH TOOLS, TOYS, HOUSEWARES, LINENS, JEWELLERY, BOOKS & MUCH MORE BIG FREE TABLE SATURDAY JUNE 16TH 8:00AM - 2:00PM
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Misc. for Sale 4’x8” Snow Bear Utility Trailer. Excellent condition. New price with attached spare tire $1300. Removeable sides. Back reverses for loading ease. Sell for $749. 480-620-7177 Shop Sale of various hand & electric tools, misc stuff, collection of pocket knives, razors, antique tools, hones, postcards, sewing machine, china cabinet etc, etc from $1-$100 dollars 250 505-5200
STEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700. 40x50 $14,480. 47x 76 $20,325. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins. Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local)
NELSON: Uphill Sunny 2 bdrm wood floors, gas f/p, yard. NS/NP $1000/mo + Util Avail July 1st 250-505-2103
Business for Sale LIVE THE Dream. Harbours End Marine, 27 year history on beautiful Salt Spring Island, BC “the best place on earth!” Owner retiring, well-established business only $129,000 email: jg_cormorant@shaw.ca
Commercial/ Industrial Property 4 Houses on 5 acres min out of town $750,000. to be viewed on Property Guys Nelson #30980 354-4381 or 354-7949
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Apt/Condo for Rent Nelson: 2 bdrm apartment avail. Immediately. NS/NP $825/mo incl. power 365-7335 NELSON: Downtown, 1 bdrm apartment Mature single adult. references NS/NP $675./m incl util. Avail immediately 354-4779 or 825-4666 NELSON: Gyro Park, Lake View Apartment. 1 or 2 bdrm, newly reno’d, private entrance, shared laundry, clawfoot tub and internet. Semi-furnished, if needed. Park-like setting. NS/ NP References required. Available July 1st $1,000/mo all inclusive. Call 352-0776 or 505-7650
Commercial/ Industrial Large A/C Office downtown Nelson $750/m including utilities 354-4381 or 354-7949 Smaller A/C Office downtown Nelson $350./m including utilities 354-4381 or 354-7949
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Unfinished cabin on 2.8 acres on Riondel Rd near the Ashram. Will be appraised in May. Making a list of interested individuals. Price likely well under $200,000. Terms Negotiable. Excellent for handy person or couple 780-566-0707
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1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) Fold down table for a queen sized bed Fold up bunk beds VHF radio Hull is sound, galley is dated. Low draft 200 hrs on new engine A great boat that needs some TLC. $12,000.00 invested, will take offers starting at $9000 Call 250-362-7681 or email frdfntn@yahoo.ca for more information
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1984 Honda Interceptor VF750 classic motorcycle, red. Great shape, extra parts, shop manual. $1800 Peter 250 352-1956
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Deluxe Scooter, blue, 50cc. Great gas mileage 1 ltr/50km. Trunk, under seat storage, windshield, alarm system. Motorcycle licence not required. Brand new; stock left from closed business. $1400 Peter 250-352-1956
Recreational/Sale 1999 Palomino Filly 21’ tent trailer, sleeps 8, new king & queen foamies, 3 way fridge, propane stove, $4500. Text or call 250-368-7286
Rare opportunity to own one of the very popular Nelson boathouses. This boathouse has had numerous recent upgrades, including new front and back doors as well as new decking. This is a great boathouse for some family fun and a great way to take advantage of all of the fun opportunities Kootenay Lake has to offer. For more info contact Bev at 250-505-5744 or by email at taillon@shaw.ca.
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ummer will come eventually and with it will come the busy energy of kids looking for fun and interesting things to do. The Nelson and District Community Complex is hosting programs all summer long that will break up summer bore-
dom and develop passion for new sports and activities. Starting the week of July 9, canoe and kayak camps, sailing camps and a variety of recreational theme camps, like Jammers Mountain Bike Camp and Kootenay Sports Camp, will be offered.
Stay safe on Kootenay Lake this summer with swim lessons at the NDCC Monday to Friday, starting July 2, July 16, July 30 and August 13. Registration is currently open online at rdck. bc.ca, on the phone 250354-4386 or in person at 305 Hall Street.
Europe Elite Soccer Camp is returning again for another fun week at Lakeside.This camp provides a fun and positive environment in which to develop understanding for the game. The intention is to develop a well rounded athlete while challenging players to achieve a higher skill level.
Half and full day camp times are available during the week of July 23-27 for ages eight years and up. Go to nelsonsports.ca for more info and for registration form, or call 250352-3989, nrsc@telus.net. Nelson Reflections Synchronized Swim Club is offering a camp August 20 to 24. The camp offers fun, friendship and fitness while learning new or better skills in the water. For newcomers it is a perfect opportunity to try a fun new sport and move
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to music in the water. All abilities welcome, for ages seven to 14 years. For more information contact Erin Fitchett nelsonreflections@shaw.ca. For a month of cool fun skill development and training the Nelson Figure Skating Club is offering a camp for skaters of every level from July 30 to August 24. Whether lacing up skates for the first time or looking to Column continues to Page 27
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Sports Continued from Page 26 nail an axel jump, the camp offers programs to fit every skater’s needs and busy summer schedule. Choose from PowerSkate or CanSkate camps for skating fundamentals. The StarSkate camps include group and private ice, dryland sessions, dance and even zumba to round out the action. For information, registration forms or to download a brochure visit nelsonfigureskatingclub.ca or call 250-352-6510. Glacier Gymnastics Club will be running summer camps from July 3 to August 30, for junior campers ages four to six and senior campers ages six and older. Part and full day camps offered. For details and more information please go to glaciergymnastics.com. Junior tennis at the Nelson Tennis Club will run for six weeks between July 2 and August 8 on Mondays and Wednesdays; 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. ages 10 and under; 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. ages 12 and under; 11 a.m. to noon ages 13 and up. Juniors learn tennis skills such
The Selkirk Saints Athletics and Recreation program is preparing for another week of golf instruction and activities for youth aged seven to 17. The camp focuses on the long and short aspects of the game, specialty shots and mental preparation. Club making, history and rules and etiquette of the sport are also covered. The final registration deadline is June 15. For more information about the Selkirk College Saints Golf Camp or the athletics and recreation program, visit selkirk.ca/athletics or call 250-365-1304.
as technical, tactical, physical, mental and sportsmanship in a fun action packed environment. Please contact Coach West for more information at 250-365-2942 or clutch000000@yahoo.com Penticton’s Lou Lemire’s Summer Hockey Skills Camp is coming to Nelson for five days July 30 to August 3. Registration and camp info is available online at loulemirehockeycamp.com or contact llemire@telus.net or by phone at 250-493-6069
Fox Meadows Equine Center situated in Nakusp (two minutes from Summit Lake Camp Ground) is running its Summer Horse School in July; ages seven to nine years July 4, 5, 6; ages 10-plus July 10, 11, 12. Programs at Fox Meadows Equine Center are filled with fun and safety. At horse school/day camp your child will learn a variety of information about horses and everything horsey. Camps are tailored to the age group of the campers. For more info go to foxmeadows.sportisite.com or call 250-265-4393.
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