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On a sunny Sunday morning, around 150 participants took part in the annual Terry Fox Run and raised $2,247 for cancer research. The participants started off at the Castlegar Community Complex with registration and a short warm-up and were off to walk or run the 10K course. “This year it’s been fantastic,” said Audrey Polovnikoff, recreation and cultural programmer. “We’ve had several people volunteer to help us - ‘the power of volunteers’ - really get the word out there. We had signs up early. We

had the bank challenge with Bank of Montreal, Heritage Credit Union, and CIBC. Zelstoff Celgar came on and had an in-house challenge. So we’re very pleased. We had about 150 people here compared to maybe 70 last year. So we doubled up numbers by getting the word out.” Both the Castlegar Rebels and Selkirk Saints hockey teams were out in full force, both participating in the run and helping as course monitors. “It’s great to see their support,” said Polovnikoff. “They’re both very community-minded and we certainly appreciate their help.”

“It’s a great cause and we get to go out in the community and meet some new people and see some fans,” said Jordan Wood, captain of the Selkirk Saints. The run is organized by the Castlegar Recreation Department and Polovnikoff says they’re glad to do it every year. “I remember Terry Fox when I was younger, and I think many people do, for someone so young who had cancer and became a hero within a few years,” she said. “The unselfishness of what he did for cancer research. It’s just a great cause and we want to keep the dream alive.”

Ombudsperson assures seniors they’re not alone CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

B.C. Ombudsperson Kim Carter was in Castlegar on Sept. 13 to talk about health care for seniors. Carter talked about the recommendations she made in a report to the Ministry of Health. The report featured 143 findings and 176 recommen-

dations and focused on areas such as home and community care issues, home support, assisted living and residential care. “It was a very large report we delivered,” she said. “It was over 450 pages. We looked at all significant areas of home and community care for seniors. We looked into the processes

in place to ensure people are treated fairly and reasonably.” The two areas the report focused on were: providing people with useful, timely information and insuring that services are accessible; and establishing clear, consistent provincewide standards and monitoring them to ensure they are met

and enforcing them if they are not met. “Very much at the moment, I have a focus on making sure information is provided to people,” said Carter. “People are being asked to make very difficult decisions in short time frames. The very least that can be done is to ensure they have the information they

need about residential care facilities, about costs, about what services they can expect, and how long they can expect to wait. This is all important information that is not readily available at the moment.” The ombudsperson has visited several other B.C. communities such as Nelson, Qualicum, Prince

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The City of Castlegar invites residents to attend a public information and input meeting on the proposed upgrades, including lighting, of the Cobra Climb Stairs.

Cobra Climb Councillor Deb McIntosh, chair of the Transportation and Civic Works committee, stated that there would be a public information meeting about the Cobra Climb stairs on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Community Forum. Councillor Rye suggested the meet-

ing be moved, as there would only be three councillors in town at that time. McIntosh said the public meeting was to gather information and therefore not all councillors needed to be there. In addition, there would be several City staff members there to help gather information from the public. “I just don’t know about having a public meeting when you know four members of your council are going to be out of town,” said Rye. “I’m hoping the other three councillors are there. I have no problem with the meeting. I think it’s just better if we have a majority of council there at that meeting.

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streets. As well, a request was included to post signs prohibiting the use of engine brakes. “We forwarded the petition and letter to the Ministry of Transportation and Highways, because that is actually Highways jurisdiction, not our road,” said Rye. “It’s up to them what speed limit they want on it. As for the engine brake complaint, we would try to make sure there are signs up there and if not, install them.” The RCMP, which is also part of the Public Safety committee, will monitor speeds through the area, said Rye.

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During Monday’s Castlegar City Council meeting, councillor Dan Rye reported that council was heading toward enacting amendments to an open air bylaw to prohibit the burning of residential yard waste within the City. “Council’s been looking at doing this for a number of years now,” said Rye, who is the chair of the Public Safety committee. “It’s been put on the back burner more than once. We decided with the Public Safety committee that we need to move forward with it.” Rye says the bylaw stems from several complaints received about backyard burning. “What we plan to do is have an open burning of yard waste ban in effect for the spring,” he said. “We feel over the last few years we’ve had the spring and fall pick up of yard waste that we are doing already. We also have the bins up at the recreation centre which people can use year-round to drop off yard waste at no charge. We think Castlegar is becoming a greener and greener community all the time and it’s time to move on.” Backyard campfires will still be allowed.

or outside our domain we would vote as we see fit.” iPads All Castlegar city councillors and senior city staff were equipped with shiny new iPads for the meeting. The move toward iPads is a decision to try to reduce paper waste. Councillor Kevin Chernoff has been bringing an iPad to council for more than a year so he was prepared for the change, while other councillors struggled. “I’m having trouble with mine,” said Rye. “This was my first meeting with the iPad. Last year, when council was setting goals, one of them was to go to paperless council meetings. We’re just in the process of working towards it. Tonight was the first night that all council members had it in front of them. Kevin was the first one to have it and he’s got it mastered. I’m struggling a little bit. But we figure at the end of the day it should save us about $5,000 a year in paper.” Councillor Gord Turner is also game to try the new technology. “I’m struggling with it but I think I’ll get onto it,” he said. “Obviously, I use my computer at home for email and all sorts of other things and I don’t have to use paper there much. Council has indicated that we use 100,000 sheets of paper a year. That’s around $7,000. So the cost can be picked up easily by using these.

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The B.C. Legislature’s Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services held a budget consultation meeting on Tuesday at the Castlegar Complex. Unfortunately, only two groups took advantage of the opportunity to present information to the committee, which consists of 10 MLAs from throughout the province and is headed by Douglas Horne from Coquitlam-Burke Mountain. The local groups were the Castlegar Hospice Society, represented by executive director Suzanne Lehbauer, and Selkirk College, represented by Barry Auliffe, director of communications and development; Mike Dion, vice-president of administration and finance; and Cathy Mercer, registrar. “We basically put out a public notice and invite people to come and talk to us about our budget process and what they believe is being done well and shouldn’t change and what isn’t and could be improved,” said Horne. “One of the big things this year, and in previ-

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Five Stanley Humphries students who recently went on an exchange to Embetsu Japan, were at Castlegar City Council on Monday reporting on their trips. The student delegation consisted of Kyra Gedig, Victoria Apostoliuk, Cody Sloot, Dante Enewold-Deary, and Kyle Stetsko-Kallin. The students left July 11 and spent two weeks exploring Japan. For one week they were hosted by Japanese families in Castlegar’s sister city of Embetsu. In addition, the students had a chance to

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ous years, is making sure affordability is the key for families. Obviously, we’ve done a lot over the years to deal with those at the lower income range. Middle income families are feeling the pressure, so we’re looking at ways to help them and that’s what this process tries to do.” The stop in Castlegar is part of a three week tour that started on Monday in Surrey and will continue on to Cranbrook, Osoyoos, Kelowna and Vernon before going up north and then back to the coast. “We listen to a broad base of people across the province and then by Nov. 15 the committee reports out to the Legislature and then to the Minister of Finance as to what we’ve heard,” said

Horne. “So we don’t necessarily report specifically on different groups. We report broadly on what we feel from an overall program standpoint, from an overall taxation standpoint, from many of the aspects that combine to make the budget of British Columbia, how we think we should recommend that be put together.” Horne says they have already heard from a wide range of groups so far and have had great feedback. “They each bring a different perspective to us,” he said. “It’s listening. It’s understanding what they say and trying our best to deal with the issues they bring up, but dealing with it in a way that we can continue to balance our budget.”

Selkirk College’s Barry Auliffe, who spoke on behalf of the institution, was pleased to be able to make a presentation to the committee. “The idea is to provide input for the government as they provide their 201314 budget,” he said. “There’s a looming skilled workplace shortage across B.C. and across Canada. Seventy-eight per cent of those jobs require post-secondary education. We want to make sure the government realizes that we feel we’re part of the solution. “This is a perfect opportunity. You don’t often get the chance to sit down face to face with Members of the Legislative Assembly and tell them that,” Auliffe concluded.

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visit the fascinating cities of Sapporo, Kamakura, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo. The five students prepared for their trip by attending special language sessions with Japanese students in Selkirk College’s ESL program. In addition, they had completed seven, twohour orientation sessions working with Yuri Kutschera. The students had a chance to tell about their trip at the September 17 council meeting. Kyra Gedig felt she was part of the family when staying with her host buddy. Cody Sloot com-

mented, “You haven’t tasted Japanese food until you’ve had Japanese food in Japan.” Kyle Kailin stated, “The buildings were pretty much the same but the toilets were the coolest. The toilets had sprays, heated seats, power adjust and an armrest control panel.” All the students presented their written reports about Japan to the council. In Victoria Apostoliuk’s report, she wrote about visiting the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Museum and learning about this “horrific tragedy.” While Dante Enewold-Deary wrote

about learning Kendo. “Kendo was lots of fun (you get to whack people with bamboo sticks) and also a little scary (there are people hitting you with bamboo sticks).” The students presented a gift from the town of Embetsu which was a set of beautiful Japanese cups. They expressed their thanks to the City of Castlegar for its support of the program, Mr. Shikano (who is now deceased but helped establish the exchange) as well as thanking their group leaders Maria Burton and Yuri Kutschera for taking them to Japan.

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Just trying to be a good sport If the so-called “throws” or teaser boxes on the front page are any indication, there is a sports flavour to this week’s paper (and that’s not taking anything away from the usual outstanding job Craig Lindsay does with his domain in the back pages). We’re making a local big deal out of a national push for support of youth whose families may not have the funds needed to enroll and equip them for team sports. Some of us remember playing hockey and football as youngsters, and (fortunately) having a virtual blank cheque for replacements when skates, pants and pads were outgrown. That was back when the price tag on a new (wooden) hockey stick was well below $10! Nothing is different these days except the price tags. The organizers of the National Sports (Jersey) Day suggest rounding up monetary support for outfits like KidsSport or Jumpstart, whatever may be available in a particular town. This is something our parent Black Press is fully behind. The many benefits a kid can get out of team sports are common knowledge... and it’s great to know that coughing up as little as a deuce to Jumpstart on September 28 at Canadian Tire (or at the Rebels game that night) can help make a difference in the sporting life of a deserving young local. We want to hear from you.

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All in the name of beauty It’s amazing what people will do for the sake of beauty. Beauty, that is, as how they perceive it, and how others will perceive it. I was reading a book the other day, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, and was struck by the lengths that ancient Chinese parents went to in order to best showcase their daughters in order to marry them up and thereby increase their lot in life. From about the ages of two to five years old, girls were set upon by their mothers or elder female relatives and had their feet bound while they were still malleable. While the practice of foot binding was outlawed almost 100 years ago, it is still horrifying to think of the pain these girls suffered in order to be viewed as beautiful. Foot binding is not for the faint of heart. The elder women take their female kin and slowly begin redefining the shape of their feet through the use of tied bandages of sorts. All but their big toe was curled under their arch until the bones of the remaining toes broke and then conformed to the desired shape. The ultimate goal was to so inhibit the growth of the foot that when finished it would be no longer than seven cm, or three inches long. This Craig Lindsay Reporter

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redefined foot was called the golden lotus and was considered the epitome of beauty. Sadly, there were many young girls who died from this practice due to infection. Those whose foot binding resulted in less desirable form or whose feet were never bound were called large-footed sisters and were often relegated to working the fields, or lower class occupations. They weren’t valued as proper wives and were often consigned to a life of menial labour. Perhaps, those who had their feet bound would have preferred a life of menial labour as foot binding usually resulted in a life of pain, and, in later years, severe lack of mobility. Sadly, pre-school girls with ambitious parents rarely had a say in their future. While barbaric in nature, one can understand, to a degree, poor parents wanting to elevate their and their “worthless” daughter’s status in life. After reading the book, I was struck by the parallel between those Chinese maidens and some ladies today. Consider the high heel. Most women who wear heels will tell you that for the most part they really don’t like them. And, if you do an Internet search, you will find all sorts of authorities on the Chris Hopkyns Publisher

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effects of wearing heels. One such example can be found at http://www.personalhealthzone.com/high_heels.html The effects of wearing heels are astounding, and I suspect most women know it. Either a physician has told them, or they know it from wearing them. It’s amazing what people will do to their body all in the name of beauty. But what happens when one moves from their younger years to their older years? How is beauty then measured? Yes, there are those who stave off the effects of aging through multiple “enhancements,” and it does work... for a while. But then what? How then, does someone who defined his or her beauty through outward appearances, find the real beauty we all possess but which many often fail to find because they are looking outward at the mirror instead of inward into their very soul? I’m grateful for those efforts which extol the virtue of real beauty such as the Dove Campaign for Real Beauty. It’s much more than a media trick designed to sell yet more products. Their campaign is a sincere attempt to bring back into balance the beauty we all possess, even you. Sandy Leonard Production

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Let’s go easy on the trigger finger PHARMASAVE I am awakened by the sound of gunshots. A sound that has become all too familiar. Is it becoming a war zone we are living in? Us against the bears? No – that would mean the bears would stand a fighting chance. Sadly, once that phone call is made, regardless if whether

that bear is in your garbage or strolling through your back alley, he will almost certainly be destroyed. It is an almost impossible task to keep every piece of fruit off the ground. Even one or two apples could attract him into your yard.. So is this a losing battle for a poor unsuspecting bear?

Well according to recent events, yes it is. Should we hastily call out the conservation officer the moment we spot a bear knowing what the unfortunate outcome will be? Truth be told, these bears have never attacked anyone in this city and would probably simply make their way back to wherever

they came from if left alone. If these animals were on the endangered species list, would we be killing them? I can assure you we would not! We would find a better way of dealing with them. -Janet Koftinoff Castlegar

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The Mir Centre for Peace at Selkirk College is pleased to host Justice Murray Sinclair, Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation of Commission of Canada. The first speaker of the 201213 lecture series, Justice Sinclair will speak at the Brilliant Cultural Centre in Castlegar on September 21, about his role in educating all Canadians about what happened in Canada’s Indian Residential Schools (IRS). The Commission is also tasked with documenting the stories of survivors, families, communities and anyone personally affected by the Indian Residential School experience. “The relationship between Aboriginal people and nonAboriginal people in Canada has suffered as a result of the Indian Residential Schools”, says Mir Centre for Peace Chair, Randy

Justice Murray Sinclair speaks Friday at the Mir Centre for Peace. Submitted photo

Janzen. “This event is important because healing that relationship will require education, awareness, and an increased understanding of the legacy still being felt today. Canada still has a long way to go as far as understanding what happened”. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission is headquartered in Winnipeg, but Justice Sinclair and his staff are visiting places across Canada to raise awareness and collect stories from those who were involved in the residential schools. The Commission has engaged with survi-

vors in order to record their experience in a safe, respectful and culturally appropriate manner. A person might share his or her experience through a one-on-one interview, in a written statement, or in a public forum. Justice Sinclair was born and raised in the city of Selkirk area north of Winnipeg, graduating from his high school as class valedictorian and athlete of the year in 1968. Justice Sinclair attended the Universities of Winnipeg and Manitoba and, in 1979, graduated from the Faculty of Law at the University of

Manitoba. He was called to the Manitoba Bar in 1980 and was known for his representation of Aboriginal people and his knowledge of Aboriginal legal issues. He has been awarded a National Aboriginal Achievement award in addition to many other community service awards, as well as Honourary Degrees from the University of Manitoba, and the University of Ottawa. He is an adjunct professor of Law and an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba. The event will be held at the Brilliant Cultural Centre in Castlegar on Friday, September 21 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 adults, $13 students and seniors and are available at Selkirk College bookstores, (365-1281), Otter Books in Nelson and at the door. For more information, call 3651234.

Tedious defacement The Castlegar RCMP is once again investigating mischief complaints. The most recent rash of this damage occurred at the library. Vandals spray painted the walls, drew various things on the walls, and left garbage strewn about. Police ask the public to keep an eye out for anything suspicious when out walking. Anyone with information is asked to call the Castlegar RCMP at (250) 365-7721. Submitted photo

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The most serious of all female cancers is ovarian cancer. Over 2600 Canadian women are diagnosed every year and 1750 succumb to this disease. There is no screening test to detect this cancer but when found early and treated, the survival rate is 90%. If you have any abdominal symptoms that last for more than three weeks, see your doctor. Many people tend to take vaccines for granted but they do save lives. The number of children saved from dying of measles the past decade was over 9,500,000 worldwide. This represents a 74% drop in measles deaths. Probiotics are “friendly” bacteria found in food products like yogurt and also available in capsules. Diarrhea is a side effect of many regular antibiotics. By taking probiotic supplements during antibiotic therapy, diarrhea can often be prevented. It is best to take the probiotic dose 2-4 hours after the antibiotic dose. Head lice often becomes a problem in children at this time of year. Some of the older lice treatments are not as effective anymore. Nyda is a spray solution that can be used in children over the age of two and is effective against the lice as well as eliminating the nits (eggs). Our pharmacists can advise you about this product. Our pharmacists are not only dispensers of medication but dispensers of information. We are always ready to help you with your questions about medications and health.

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Upcoming SEPT. 20 - BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS - 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the

Sandman Inn. Sponsored by the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce.

SEPT. 21 - DAY OF PEACE CELEBRATION - September 21 is the UN’s

International Day of Peace. The Day gives us all a chance to reflect on the toll – moral, physical, material – wrought by war, terrorism and conflict. It is also an opportunity for us to imagine a more peaceful, just and compassionate world. Join us at the Brilliant Cultural Centre in Castlegar at 6 p.m. to mark the International Day of Peace followed by a lecture by Justice Murray Sinclair, Chair of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission. SEPT. 22 - KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GARLIC DINNER - You are invited

to a garlic feast. The Knights of Columbus are hosting a garlic dinner at St. Rita’s Hall. Also includes silent auction and raffle. Tickets are $25 amd may be obtained from the knights, at the church office, or at Joey ‘s. For more information call Fred at 304-2790 or John at 3650747.

SEPT. 22/23 - 17TH ANNUAL FALL FAIR - PASS CREEK EXHIBITION GROUNDS. Main attraction this

year will be Dirty Digger Weekend sponsored by Chris and Liz Popoff of Dirty Diggers, where children can help operate equipment with professional operators. Antique car show, dog show, horse show, children’s games, bouncy house. Lot’s of new vendors. Prize money for children exhibit entries. Live entertainment on stage all weekend. Competition between Trail, Castlegar and Nelson for best wine and beer entries. Name the baby alpaca contest with a great prize for a great name. For more information log onto www.passcreekfair.com.

SEPT. 26 - CASTLEGAR AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SERVICES SOCIETY AGM - 1007-2nd Street,

Castlegar. Refreshments 6:30 p.m. AGM 7 p.m. Guest speaker is Dan Sahlstrom from Castlegar New Vision Housing Society. Everyone is welcome. Society memberships are $5. SEPT. 28/29 - LIFE CHAIN - Satur-

day Sept. 29, Victoria St., TRAIL 1-2 p.m. Also: Sunday. Sept. 30th , Canadian Tire /Hwy 3A intersection, CASTLEGAR 2-3 pm Help convey the message that unborn human life has value and adoption is the loving option.

sEPT. 29 - BBQ FUNDRAISER FOR PINES BIBLE CAMP - M&M Meat

Shops in Castlegar will be hosting a bbq on Saturday September 29 from 10-4:00 to help raise money for the full restoration of Pine’s Bible Camp in Grand Forks, after the deadly storm there this summer which killed a young boy. We in the West Kootenays all know people that have enjoyed time at the camp, so I think it’s only fair that we all join together to help a popular destination in a neighbouring community when we can! SEPT. 30 - DOUKHOBOR DISCOVERY CENTRE NATIONAL RECOGNITION CEREMONY - The official cere-

mony will be held at the centre beginning at 1:00 pm followed by refreshments and local entertainment. One of these plaques recognizes the National Historical significance of the Doukhobor migration from Saskatchewan to B.C., which happens to be the largest migration in Canada. The other plaque recognizes Peter V. Veregin as a person of National Historic significance. OCT. 6-7 THE SONS OF NORWAY GROUP is hosting a workshop

on Norwegian Folk dancing sponsered by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. Interested persons please call 250365-1017.

OCT. 13/14 (RESCHEDULED)- A 2ND WORKSHOP ON TRADITIONAL NORWEGIAN ROSEMALING DECORATIV ART hosted by the Sons of

Norway and sponsored by The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance is inviting interested persons to apply. Tel. 250 365 1017 . A workshop on Chip Carving is also being arranged on the same date and place . OCT. 19-21 - CASTLEGAR QUILTERS GUILD 2012 QUILT SHOW “STITCHES FROM THE HEART” -

Castlegar Community Centre Fri. Oct. 19 Noon - 6pm Sat. Oct. 20 10am - 5pm Sun. Oct 21 10am - 4pm Quilt Displays, Demos, Merchant Mall, Door Prizes, Quilt Raffle. Come and enjoy some wonderful quilting! Information: Val Dingwall 250-359-7622. OCT. 19-20 - CASTLEGAR SENIOR’S CRAFT SALE - At the Commu-

nity Complex. Friday, Oct. 19th from 12-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20th from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. All hand made crafts. Info Verna Keraiff 250-365-8287.

OCT. 24 - BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION

- at 7 p.m.. Castlegar United Church, 809 Merry Creek Road (365-8337). Next Book Club discussion. Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. You are invited

to read the book and join us.

NOV. 11 - CHANGE OF SERVICE AT CASTLEGAR UNITED CHURCH, 809

Merry Creek Road (365-8337). 9;00 a.m. pot luck continental breakfast. 9.30-10.30 service. This gives people time to get to the cenotaph

Ongoing ONGOING: CASTLEGAR SENIORS ACTIVITIES FOR SEPTEMBER - at the

Castlegar Complex. Monday - 10am darts, 1pm whist. Tuesday - 9:30am floor curling/ carpet bowling, 1pm crafts, 7pm pool. Wedneasday - 9:30am floor curling, 1pm (ON 5th ONLY) bingo, 7pm rummoli, 10pm 19th Raspberry Reunion. Thursday - 9:30am floor curling, 6th 2pm general meeting, 1pm bingo (NOT on the 6th), 20th 2pm tea dance “Red Robin”. Friday - 1pm bridge/crib.

ONGOING: TRAIL & DISTRICT HARMONY CHOIR LOOKING FOR MEMBERS - Directed by Audrey

Bisset and accompanied by Maureen Lewis, the choir meets each Wednesday until April, 2013 from 7:30 to 9:30 at Trail`s J. Lloyd Crowe Secondary School in the Music Room. The choir performs several times throughout the year and strives to create an atmosphere of fun and friendship as well as focus on choral singing. Join us this September. For more detailed information on the choir go to: www.harmony.kics.bc.ca or call Liz at 512-8021. ONGOING: FRIDAY YOUTH PROGRAM AT BLUEBERRY CREEK - Are you

a youth in Castlegar looking for something to do on Friday nights? Why not check out the Friday Night Youth program at Blueberry Creek Community School? Manager Cindy Cropley and team ensure a fun, safe night for kids in the area to watch a movie in Blueberry’s very own movie theatre, play games and sports in the gym and just hang out with friends. For grades K 5, the program time is 6:30-8pm and for grades 6 and up, the program happens from 8-10pm. Check out the B.C.C.S. facebook page for movie listings and other information or phone 250365-7201. ONGOING: ALPHA GROUP - Do you want to know more about Jesus Christ and the Bible? Then join us for an informal dessert night every Wed. for 10 weeks beginning on Sept 19 at 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 602 7th St. We begin with dessert at 7 followed by a short Alpha video and then discussion. Any question is welcome and no stone is left unturned. The eve-

ning is free and everyone is welcome. For more info please call 250 365 5212. ONGOING: SPECIAL OLYMPICS CASTLEGAR NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

- For more information please call Tiffany at 250-513-0133 or email tvanderstar@sobcastlegar. ca.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION LIGHT UP CAMPAIGN - The Foundation is

raising money to purchase three Space Lab cardiac monitors, Life Pak 15 crash cart monitors/defibrillators, and CADD Prism pump. call 250-304-1209 or mail cheque to 709 10th Street, Castlegar, BC V1N 2H7 to donate.

ONGOING: COLUMBIA BASIN ALLIANCE FOR LITERACY - programs

starting soon. For details on any of the seven programs listed below call Alana at 250-304-6862.

ONGOING: ESL FAMILY TIME – Join other English as a Second Language families for stories, crafts and snack. Learn more about your community and help your kids get ready for school! Fridays from 10 a.m. - noon at Kootenay Family Place (behind Chopsticks). ONGOING: FREE ENGLISH CLASSES

– at the Castlegar Public Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. All levels are welcome.

ONGOING: SENIORS COMPUTER CLASSES - Become a Cyber Se-

nior! Join other seniors in this beginners computer class on Tuesdays, Oct. 9–Nov. 27, 9:0010:30 am at Robson Community School. To register call Alana at 304-6862. Offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and Robson Community School.

ONGOING: SCRABBLE CLUB – Come

out on the second Wed. of the month at the Castlegar Public Library - 6:30–8 p.m. All levels are welcome.

ONGOING: COMMUNITY LEARNING PLACE – get free help with basic

computers, reading and writing, citizenship, test preparation, and skills upgrading. This program is offered at the Castlegar & District Public Library on Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m.

ONGOING: ESL PROGRAMS – Are you new to the community or to Canada? Do you need help learning English or getting to know your community? English as a Second Language (ESL) programs are free. ONGOING: ROBSON AND BLUEBERRY STRONGSTART CENTRES – free

early learning programs for

parents/caregivers with young children. Join us for snack, art, stories, gym time, and music. Robson - Mon, Tues, Wed, & Fri 8:30-11:30 a.m, Thurs 12:303:30 p.m. Blueberry - Mon, Wed, Thurs, & Fri 8:30-11:30 a.m and Tues noon - 3 p.m. A partnership between Robson Community School, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and Blueberry Creek Community School. ONGOING: MOTHER GOOSE - Cuddle, connect and communicate with your 0-12 month old at the Castlegar & District Public Library on Wednesdays from 1011a.m., Oct. 3- Nov. 21, to register call 250-365-6611. Mother Goose for toddlers and preschoolers at Castlegar Primary School on Thursday mornings from 9:50-10:50, Oct. 4- Nov. 22, to register call 250- 304-6862. In partnership with Castlegar & District Public Library, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and School District 20. ONGOING: FREE ADULT UPGRADING PROGRAM - a free program for

parents to upgrade math, English and/or study skills with an instructor from Selkirk College. This program is held at Kootenay Family Place (behind Chopsticks) on Mon and Wed afternoons from 1:00-3:00pm. Childcare and snacks are provided. For more information call 304-6862. Offered by Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, Kootenay Family Place and Selkirk College. ONGOING: SPECIAL OLYMPICS CASTLEGAR BOTTLE DRIVE - SOBC

- Castlegar is holding a yearround bottle drive to raise money for their program. If you have any empty refundable bottles you are interested in donating please contact: (250) 365-2520 for more information. Donations go directly to Special Olympics – Castlegar. Thank you for supporting your local Special Olympics and its passionate athletes and volunteers.

ONGOING: TRAIL SEA CADETS -

Meets every Tuesday 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the 44th Trail Armory in Shaver’s Bench 1990-7th Ave. Contact Lt(N) Richard Chanig 250-368-6247.

ONGOING: TOASTMASTERS MEETINGS - The local Toastmasters

club, the Sentinel Speakers, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Inn Castlegar on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Learn speaking skills, gain confidence and have some fun. Guests warmly welcomed. For more information please call Diane Cushing at 250-3658336.

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Fond look back at the Art Walk JIM SINCLAIR Castlegar News Editor

In terms of the Castlegar Art Walk, 2012 has been a very good year. “People seemed to be quite positive about it,” said spokesperson Jacquie Hamilton on Sept. 17, a day after the program had officially concluded for the year. “It brought in friends, but also visitors and people from the community. The venue managers seemed happy with it in terms of what it was bringing to their door.” As for any residual

The Castlegar News was pleased to take part in Art Walk 2012, and host an assortment of works by Louise Skibsted. Jim Sinclair photo

benefit for the participating artists, Hamilton said that information is pretty much between them and the venue managers. One thing seems obvious – it can’t hurt to get exposure.

From Turkey with Love Alana Henne gave a presentation to the Castlegar Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club on Sept. 13. Henne talked about her recent 10 month visit to Turkey. Highlights for Henne included crossing a bridge in Istanbul from Asia to Europe and visiting nearby archaeological digs and just hanging out with friends. Craig Lindsay photo

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Justice Sinclair, Chair of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, will speak on the Indian Residential School experience. The goal is to promote awareness among the Canadian public so we may learn from the past and create a future based on justice. Tickets available at: Selkirk College Bookstore 250.365.1281 and Otter Books in Nelson 250.354.3434 Tickets: $16 adults, $13 seniors and $13 students For more information visit selkirk.ca/mir or call 250.365.1234

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“The fact that we had 27 artists willing to come in to Art Walk says that it’s got a good reputation,” added Hamilton. Twenty seven is the highest number of contributors in the

16 years the event has been staged. Painter Louise Skibsted, whose work has adorned the Castlegar News office for the past several months, said her involvement was worthwhile and positive. “The businesses are just fantastic,” concluded Jacquie Hamilton, “because they’re giving us their space and there’s never any problem getting venues. “They’re just totally wonderful about it. We’re running out of room on our brochure, but we could have more venues.”

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Jessie Henderson Fennell Jessie Henderson Fennell passed away at home with her family at her side, Tuesday Sept. 18, 2012. Jessie was born Aug. 9, 1920 in Clydebank, Scotland to Patrick and Isabella Clayton. The family immigrated to Canada in 1925 to Vancouver, B.C., relocating to Trail, B.C. in 1926. Later, in Trail she met and married Sidney and moved to Kaslo, B.C. where their ﬁrst child was born. They then moved back to Trail where their 2 daughters were born. Jessie then remained there for the rest of her life. During the World War II years, Jessie worked in the heavy water plant at Cominco. Jessie is pre-deceased by her husband Sidney, her parents, 2 sisters, Mattie Gach & Betty Connell, 1 brother Bill and her grandson Matthew Sawchenko. She is survived by her son Pat (Penny) daughters Beverly Williams (Elmer) and Linda Sawchenko. Also survived by her loving grandchildren Christy Fennell, Trevor Fennell (Samantha), Takaia LarsenBenbow ( Jeremiah), Erik Larsen, Stephanie Larsen (Danny Teece), Chelsey Casler (Jacob), Kirk Sawchenko (Parker), Ryan Sawchenko, Teresa Iorio, and her great grandchildren Paige and Grayden Fennell, Molly, Kullen, Ivy and River Benbow, Silas Teece, and Matty Iorio-Sawchenko. She is also survived by her brothers Thomas (Marg) Clayton, Wayne (Betty) Clayton and their families, and Stepdaughter Sue (Pat) Blake and their families. Jessie was a devoted mother and “Nana” to all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and will be sadly missed by all. She loved travelling covering many trips overseas and around North America. She was a long- time supporter of the Trail Junior Smoke Eaters and the Trail Smoke Eaters hockey teams, and enjoyed a trip around Europe with the 1961 Smoke Eaters. She was also an avid patron of the Trail Transit System. Jessie lived in Sunningdale for 59 years and had many gatherings at her home, and everyone particularly enjoyed her sausage rolls and butter tarts. Cremation has taken place. A “Celebration of Life” gathering will be held Monday, Sept. 24th at 1:00pm at the Trail Legion. Al Grywacheski of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Jessie’s memory to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Health Foundation-Medical Unit at 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail, B.C. V1R 4M1 or online at www.kbrhhealthfoundation.ca You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca .

From the development of a diverse workforce and the health of Canadians to meeting the needs of our customers, Safeway has long accepted the responsibility of being a good corporate citizen. Our special partnership with Muscular Dystrophy Canada allows us to extend our commitment to supporting families living with disabilities beyond the four walls of our stores and into over 80 towns and cities we serve across Western Canada. Since 2008, the month of August has been dedicated to raising awareness and funds in every one of our 225 locations. Thanks to the commitment of our employees and the generosity of our customers, an incredible $10 million has been raised over the last ﬁve years for leading-edge neuromuscular research and Safeway Mobility Grants. In fact, 225 families have received 415 Safeway Mobility Grants, ensuring more of our neighbours receive essential equipment and assistive devices. Together, we are making muscles move!

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Education

“Play and Learn” – the program name almost says it all SUBMITTED

Early literacy development begins the moment a child is born. Every touch, word and image helps to build the skills needed for children to become lifelong learners. Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in whatever endeavours they choose and it is every parent’s wish to have their child grow to become a confident and resilient adult. The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) recognizes that parents are the first and most important teachers in a child’s life and demonstrates that commitment by investing resources into community programming across the Columbia Basin. The Alliance reaches across the region,

“Play and Learn” is a program which has been successful in Valemount, and can work well in other communities too. Submitted photo

delivering and supporting programs that focus on providing parents and caregivers with the tools and

knowledge needed to support their children’s physical, cognitive and social and emotional develop-

ment. In Valemount, Play and Learn is offered to families with preschool children.

Participants discover ways to support emerging literacy skills through songs, stories, rhymes, sign language, crafts and everyday teaching opportunities, while children engage in facilitated, creative play. The connection a parent has with a child is unmistakable and programs such as Play and Learn build on that connection to enhance the development of early literacy skills. By the time a child starts kindergarten, they may know the alphabet, be familiar with the letters in their own names and even have begun to recognize simple words. These skills are key milestones and family literacy programs, such as Parent-Child Mother Goose, Love 2 Learn and Alphabet Soup, aim to help

further develop these skills. Once a child enters school, parents want to be supportive as their children develop and acquire new knowledge and skills. The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy offers a number of family literacy programs designed to support this specific age group. In Revelstoke, and other communities across the Columbia Basin, Parents as Literacy Supporters (PALS) has been offered in partnership with school districts. “PALS gives families a chance to connect with their Kindergarten teacher, and provides information, ideas, strategies and activities that can be used at home. PALS is a wonderful opportunity to bring together parents, teachers, and

community as partners to support young children’s learning,” says Tracy Spannier, Community Literacy Coordinator in Revelstoke. Take time to attend a family literacy program in your community. Visit your local library, family centre or visit www.cbal.org to learn more about family literacy programs in your community. On Wednesday, October 10 support literacy in your community by taking part in Black Press and CBAL’s Reach a Reader campaign. Buy your local newspaper from a volunteer who will be out on the town and all proceeds raised will go to support literacy programs in your community. By learning together we will grow strong together.

Reach A Reader Thursday, October 11

The Castlegar News and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy are partnering on a great new event for Castlegar. On Thursday, October 11, some of Castlegar’s highest proﬁle people will be out on the street with our newspaper asking for donations to help support literacy initiatives in our community. Along with your donation we will give you a copy of your community newspaper for FREE (plus there might be a few extra promos to go along with that). Absolutely all funds raised from the day will go towards CBAL and all funds will stay in the community in which they are raised to support literacy programs in our community.

Help Promote Literacy and Lifelong Learning in our Community

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Saving energy starts here

Encouraging conservation It might seem unusual for a company to encourage customers to use less of its product. But FortisBC is doing just that by offering rebates on energy efficient upgrades and providing education on simple ways for you to save on your energy bill.

Why? Because conserving energy eases demand on infrastructure, which helps keep rates lower and reduces the impact on the environment. And that benefits everyone.

How? Throughout the fall, this series will highlight rebates and offers and provide tips for saving energy and money. It’s all part of our plan to help you reduce your energy bills and help B.C. meet its climate action goals. Learn more at fortisbc.com/starthere.

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For details on these offers and others visit fortisbc.com/starthere or call 1-866-436-7847.

Find a gas contractor Need the services of a BC Safety Authority licensed gas contractor? Search our directory at fortisbc.com/findacontractor. FortisBC Energy Inc., FortisBC Energy (Vancouver Island) Inc., FortisBC Energy (Whistler) Inc., and FortisBC Inc. do business as FortisBC. The companies are indirect, wholly owned subsidiaries of Fortis Inc. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (12-094.3B 09/2012)

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Something to Smile about Helped out by Tim Hortons employees Veronica Terlecki, (L) and Emily Sanders at the Castlegar franchise on Sept. 17, Dan Salekin of the Castlegar and District Hospital foundation displays the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smile Cookieâ&#x20AC;? symbol which denotes the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign to help out the foundation. More details are available under the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Newsâ&#x20AC;? tab at www.castlegarnews.com Jim Sinclair photo

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Business Female entrepreneurs demonstrate the value of cooperation CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

West Kootenay Women in Business

held their first meeting of the fall at the Kootenay Gallery of Art on Thursday afternoon, September

13. “We had around 30 ladies come out and it was very successful,” said executive member Rebecca

Vassilakakis of the occasion. “Our focus this month was on ‘elevator pitches’ and how

to create one. Each of the women in the group got a chance to learn about them and then create their own.

As a group we helped each other to perfect them to make sure we were getting our message out to each

other.” The businesswomen meet every second Thursday at the gallery.

At the helm The new West Kootenay Women in Business executive is, above from left: Nancy Trotman - Mortgage Broker with Centum Mortgage Store Ltd.; Willow EnewoldAccountant and partner in Pinnacle PAC; and Rebecca Vassilakakis - Financial Advisor and Insurance Broker for KFS Inc. photo credit: Francois Marseille

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ON SEPT 30TH WE’RE RUNNING FOR THE CURE. THE REST OF THE YEAR WE’RE CAPTURING IT. Health Sciences Association represents modern health science professionals like physiotherapists, medical laboratory technologists, pharmacists, radiation therapists and ultrasonographers. We ﬁght breast cancer every day, and on September 30, we’ll join you to run for the cure.

JOIN US IN THE 2012 RUN FOR THE CURE ON SEPTEMBER 30TH AT 9:30 AM AT CITY PARK, KELOWNA. FIND OUT MORE AT HSABC.ORG

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Castlegar News Thursday, September 20, 2012

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Acting Locally, Thinking Globally International Day of Peace coming up Friday until 6:45 p.m. “We do this every Castlegar News Reporter year and have been The Union of Spir- for several decades,” itual Communities said J.J. Verigin, Exof Christ (USCC) ecutive Director of will honour and ob- the USCC and presiserve the United Na- dent of the Kootenay tion’s International region branch of the Day of Peace on Fri- United Nations Asday, Sept. 21 with a sociation of Canada. ceremony outside “We’ve been getthe Brilliant Cultural ting together in the Centre from 6 p.m. Kootenay Boundary in Grand Forks and Castlegar on the International Day of Peace. It’s sponsored by the Kootenay region - United Nations Association and the USCC working groups. We’re going to have a gathering with several speakers.” Local dignitaries as well J.J. Verigin as Aboriginal usccdoukhobors.org leaders have

The UN proves itself year after year to be an effective institution in building peace. Not only has it has succeeded in its initial mission of preventing World War III, but its peacekeeping, peace-building, democracy promotion and diplomacy have led to a world that is overall far more peaceful than it has been in previous decades. With annual UN peacekeeping costs amounting to less than 0.5% of total world military expenditures, UN peacekeeping is one of the greatest bargains of all time.

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been invited to speak on the meaning of the day of peace. The event will be finished in time for people to go inside the centre and listen

to MIR Centre for Peace speaker Justice Murray Sinclair. “Every year they (Selkirk College) bring in a guest lecturer,” said Verigin.

“We’re just happy to get together and remind people of the importance of this elusive goal that we all seem to want but seem unable to get.”

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Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.

September 21st is in the UN’s International Day of Peace. The Day gives us all a chance to reflect on the toll – moral, physical, material – wrought by war, terrorism and conflict. It is also an opportunity for us to imagine a more peaceful, just and compassionate world.

Join us at the Brilliant Cultural Centre in Castlegar at 6:00 p.m. to mark the International Day of Peace followed by a lecture by Justice Murray Sinclair, Chair of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission at 7:00 p.m. Peace is a way of being, doing and living in society that can be taught, developed, and best of all, improved upon. Join our movement of “We the Peoples…” and help us to transform lives and build hopeful futures. A better world starts with YOU. Become a member of United Nations Association in Canada at: www.unac.org/supportus or subscribe to our e-newsletter at: www.unac.org/subscribe Together, we will look beyond what is, to what could be, and take positive action toward a peaceful, prosperous and just future for all.

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Noti ce of T a x Sal e

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Community Charter and the Local Government Act, the City of Castlegar will be conducting the Annual Tax Sale of lands for delinquent taxes at 445 13th Avenue, Suite 101, Castlegar, British Columbia commencing at 10:00am on Monday September 24, 2012. The following is a list of properties within the City of Castlegar subject to tax sale as at September 14, 2012. Fol io

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“So I had a little trouble tonight but I’m learning. It doesn’t change how the meeting goes. I might look at the screen more than with the paper, because the screen moves so I’ll have to get used to that.” The iPads were purchased out of the City budget at a cost of $6,800. In one year, the savings in paper should almost pay for the electronics. The cost to run paper meetings is $7,007. Yearly costs to run paperless meetings are $1,800. Going paperless saves the city (and taxpayers)

approximately $5,207 annually, said a report from the City. “We’ve had a few glitches with the new ones,” said Chernoff. “We’ve added bookmarks to help search through the files quickly during the meetings. I had no issues because it’s my fourth meeting without paper. So I was able to help direct some the other councillors.” Councillor Russ Hearne, who was not present, was able to participate in the meeting over the phone through the Facetime featur on councillor Chernoff ’s iPad.

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lots of information to share and are always looking for volunteers to sign up for participating in the beautification and greenscape shaping of our community!

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Historical exhibit continues with 2nd phase SUBMITTED

Part two of the exhibit on Edward Mahon opens at the Castlegar & District Public Library on Monday, Sept. 24. There will be an opportunity to meet exhibit curator and author Walter Volovsek on Monday evening from 6:30 to 8:30. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library. Volovsek prepared the display by producing photographic enlargements from original negatives supplied by Edward’s descendants. He has also completed a biography on Edward, called “The Green

Lilette and Bryan in 1915. Submitted

Necklace: the Vision Quest of Edward Mahon”, which will be available for sale. The first half of the display focused on Edward’s origins in Ireland, his emigration to British Columbia, and his connection to Castlegar and mining interests in the Slocan. After his plans for the development

of Castlegar collapsed, he settled in to a hectic yet comfortable life in Vancouver, from where he influenced the development of North Vancouver. The first new panel picks up the story in April 1911, when Edward married Lilette Rebbeck who was 28 years younger. She was an enthusiastic artist, having been mentored by Emily Carr, and she was to enrich Edward’s life in many ways. Bryan, an only child, was born in 1913. There are many excellent photographs of Bryan’s childhood, of

the effects of the Great War as seen from the family residence at the foot of Burrard Street, and of Edward’s pioneering skiing development on Hollyburn Ridge. Most of Edward’s fortune was dissipated by the Depression, which he did not outlive. He died in 1937, leaving Lilette almost destitute. She, however, found strength in her art and in the convictions of a liberated woman, which enabled her to strive for a more just society. Her linkage to wellknown artists and architects culminated

in a showcase home which was a brilliant statement for the ‘Art in Living’ movement. Eventually she relocated to Seattle, to be with Bryan who by the 1950s was in charge of flight test operations for Boeing. Walter Volovsek will go over the panels and explain their relevance to the larger story. Edward’s daughter Marolyn Mahon, present for the original opening, will not be on hand for this occasion, although the books that will be available have been pre-signed by her and the author.

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Our hometown Rebels are on board with this promotion as well, making the opening puck drop available to draw attention to the fundraiser during their home game at 7 p.m. versus the North Okanagan Knights. This is a grand opportunity to support youth in our community. “What’s raised in the community stays in the community,”

says Kerry Saari of Canadian Tire Castlegar. Here’s something to consider: last year $7,682 was raised locally, helping 72 local youngsters get equipped with gear they needed to get in on team sports. Sport mirrors life, not to mention making exercise a lot more interesting. National Sports Day, once again, is Friday, Sept. 28... get in the spirit, flaunt YOUR colours and support “Jumpstart.”

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Thursday, September 20, 2012 Castlegar News

Klimchuk scores game-winner for Rebels in home-opener CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

Just as it looked as though no one would score all night on Saturday, Quin Klimchuk slipped the puck past Nelson netminder Cody Boeckman at 10:05 of the third to give the Castlegar Rebels the 1-0 win in

their home-opener at the Castlegar Community Complex. Cody Disher got the only assist on the goal. The game was a little sloppy at times, with both teams definitely looking in early season form. However, both goalies, Boeckman

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for the Leafs and Jordan Gluck for the Rebs, looked solid. Gluck stopped all 28 shots, while Boeckman turned back 23 of 24 Rebel shots. “Jordan was terrific,” said Rebels head coach Steve Junker. “He made one huge save early, which we all know that early in the game can set the tone for the game. Just a huge save for him. He was solid all night. He was tested a number of times and came up big every time.” The teams played to a 5-5 tie on Friday in Nelson. The Rebels were down 4-2 early, but came back with a pair of goals from newcomer Bryan Lubin. Veteran forward Stuart Walton put

Castlegar up 5-4 with a power play goal at 4:38 of the third. Unfortunately, the Rebels couldn’t hang on, giving up a goal with 11 seconds left from Nelson’s Connor McCarthy, and had to settle for the tie. “We were pretty happy with the weekend,” said Steve Junker. “Obviously, early on a little scrambly but that’s to be expected. It’s a new group getting put together and trying to get everyone on the same page. It doesn’t happen overnight. Definitely lots to work on but very pleased to get three out of four points.” Junker and the coaching staff were happy with the leadership of the veterans over the weekend. “We have some re-

Bryan Lubin of the Castlegar Rebels skates behind the Nelson Leaf net in the ﬁrst period of Saturday’s game looking for a teammate in front. Craig Lindsay photo

turning guys and we expect them to let the new guys know how things operate around here,” he said. “We have lots of new faces that we’re expecting a lot from.” Castlegar is back at home Friday against Beaver Valley. The

Nitehawks lost Saturday to Grand Forks 3-2 in overtime. The win for GF matched their win total for all of last year. “There’s always a little rivalry there with Beaver Valley and that always makes for exciting games,” said

Junker. “I don’t doubt that it’ll be the same this year. I’m sure they have a good team that’s getting excited to play us too.” For more pictures from Saturday’s game go to www.CastlegarNews.com/Sports

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slate for a revamped Saints line-up that featured 17 rookies among the 20 players who dressed for Friday’s game. Scoring for the Saints were Dylan Smith with a pair, Thomas Hardy, and

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that we’ll need to see on a consistent basis in order to meet our high expectations for the season.” Hurry picked up the win in goal for the Saints, stopping 27 shots. Hervillard, meanwhile, took the loss after allowing a pair of goals in relief of starter Riley Wall. The Saints will return to the ice on Sunday, September 30 at 2 p.m. when Eastern Washington University pays a visit to the Castlegar Recreation Complex to wrap the preseason campaign. Selkirk then begins its regular season schedule on October 5 with a visit to the University of Victoria.

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Three boys’ teams from Castlegar/Kootenay South went to a soccer tournament known as the Pend’Oreille Cup in Sandpoint, Idaho this past weekend. The U10 boys team (pictured top right - submitted) won every game on the way to the final. The team settled for silver after

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Curling numbers grow as season approaches BARB SINCLAIR Castlegar News Contributor

If you are a senior, junior, man, or woman, there’s a spot for you this season in the Castlegar Curling Club. All groups are getting organized with a few subtle changes. According the local President, Ron Anderson, all groups are returning “...although a Junior group leader has yet to be arranged. The only group that may be down a bit would be the mixed, and the only reason for that is because so many

of the couples are within the same age group and have kids involved in hockey.” Games often conflict with scheduling, especially on weekends. “We have a new plan for mixed, though;” says Ron, “now we are changing the combination of genders in the mixed teams to be whatever the team decides. It doesn’t have to be a certain line-up of men/ woman ratio anymore.” He hopes this will help the mixed numbers grow again.

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Ooteshenia Open Raises $200 for Skate Shoes for Kids cause. Former champions Tyler Gienger (2003) and Adam Kristian (2004,07,08) went toe to toe down the stretch with the team of Will Scott and former winner Bergen Price (2007,08). The crowd on 18 watched anxiously as Gienger and Kristian burned the edge of the cup to narrowly miss the playoff and secure the win for Team Price and Scott. Nevertheless, the

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Susana Doell (Reimer) April 21, 1916 – August 23, 2012 Susana was born on the family homestead near Rosthern, Saskatchewan to parents Jacob and Elisabeth Reimer. The family moved to Renata when she was very young, where they owned a fruit orchard. She married Peter Doell on Oct. 1, 1940 and together they lived in various communities before returning to Renata. In 1965 they purchased a house in Foundation Homes and Pete was employed at the Hugh Keenleyside Dam (then known as the Hi Arrow dam) Susie was predeceased by husband Peter in 1971, her parents Jacob and Elisabeth Reimer, her stepmother Catherine, siblings Elisabeth Williamson, Jacob Reimer and Franz Reimer. She mourned the losses of her nieces Judith Elliot, Jacqueline Yocom, Wendy Reimer , nephew Ken Reimer and her great niece Susan Merrilyn Spiers. She is survived by her sister, Maria Rempel (Calgary) and sisters-in-law, Betty Reimer (Victoria) and Susan Reimer (Vineland, Ont.) as well as many nieces, nephews and their families. In her early years she loved crocheting, embroidery, travelling, and socializing with her many friends. The past few years she loved her Word search books and everything written about the Royal family. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie #22 for 59 years. For the past several years she lived independently in her own home with the support of many including her niece Joanne (Harold) Baker and nephew Gerry (Carolyn) Rempel. The family greatly appreciates the kindness of Diane Bezaire, Sharon & Bob Taylor, Loretta Davidson and Sheldon Knutson over the years. Thank you to the caring Home Support workers. Thank you also to the Castlegar Funeral Home for looking after the arrangements. It was her greatest wish to live in her own home until her passing but unfortunately it was not to be. She passed away at KBRH in the early morning of August 23. Helium balloons and messages of love have been sent to Heaven by her special greatgreat nieces Savonnah, Shailynn, Akaysha and Lyla and her greatgreat nephews Ty and Kohan. Cremation has taken place and her ashes will be interred in the Robson Cemetery at a later date. A Celebration of her Life is planned for her birthday weekend April 2013. Aunt Susie did not have children of her own, but she mothered many. It was important to her that all children are taken care oﬀ. If you would like to help honor that wish, donations in her memory can be sent to Vancouver Easter Seal House 3981 Oak Street Vancouver, BC V6H 4H5 Or online at www.lionsbc.ca

Nellie Voikin Sadly the family of Nellie Voikin of Ootischenia wishes to announce her passing, at The Castleview Care Centre on September 8, 2012, blessed with 93 years of life. Nellie was born in Ootischenia, BC N on September 27, 1918 and was raised, along with her siblings Walter, Cecil and Vera, by parents Polly and Cecil Kanigan. Nellie married Alec Voikin on February 14, 1940 and lived in Ootischenia where they raised their children Nettie and Nancy. After Nellie’s husband’s passing in 1988, she continued to reside in her own home, with the exception of the last 5 yrs, when ill health necessitated a move to Castleview. Nellie’s entire life was devoted to her home, family and community. She was blessed with a love of life and a deep faith, a faith that she continually instilled in her loved ones. Nellie enjoyed the beauty of her vegetable and flower gardens, and toiled as long as she could in the outdoors. When health no longer permitted gardening, her talented hands found a place, knitting a vast array of socks, mittens, blankets and doilies. Nellie was the revered matriarch of our family. She instilled in each of us the need to maintain healthy family ties. She was always able to gather her ladies for tea, for visiting, for singing and chatting, always with the intent of strengthening these existing family connections. We love her dearly and will always treasure the values she has left. Nellie will be remembered for her wisdom, love and generosity. She was predeceased by her parents, Cecil and Polly Kanigan; her husband Alec; her older brother Walter and his wife Nellie; her younger brother Cecil and his wife Polly and by her daughter Nancy’s husband, Harry Vanjoff. She leaves to mourn her, her beloved daughters, Nettie Kazakoff and her husband, Peter; her daughter Nancy Vanjoff; her sister Vera Voykin and her husband Harry; her grandchildren: Audrey Repin and her husband Peter; Peter Kazakoff Jr. and his partner Jeannette Skinner; Tamara Ogloff and her husband Rob; Taresa Podovinikoff and her friend Nikita Malloff; seven great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Arrangements were in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services were officiated by Mike W. Kanigan and were held at The Brilliant Cultural Centre on September 13, 2012 followed by internment at the Ootischenia Community Cemetery.

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September 23, 1914 September 13, 2012 On September 13, 2012, with sadness in our heart, we said our good byes to Edna as she embarked on her ďŹ nal journey. Edna loved her crossword and jig saw puzzles, a good mystery novel, her swim club and playing cards, especially cribbage. She was furiously independent, always had a sharp sense of humour, and a quest for knowledge and adventure. One of her favorite expressions: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good life (if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t weaken)â&#x20AC;?. Predeceased by her spouse; Tom and 4 siblings, Edna is survived by sister; Pearl, numerous nieces and nephews, granddaughter; Shannon, and 2 great grandchildren; Shantelle and Jamie. Loyal and caring friends; Norma, Frank and Libby, Shirley and Marion. At Ednaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request, there will be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Internment will be Alto Reste Cemetery, Red Deer, Alberta.

Theresa Marie Burkart Theresa Marie Burkart, 64, of Castlegar, passed away September 8th, 2012 in Trail, British Columbia.

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Evening Mass will be held at the Catholic Church of St. Rita in Castlegar on September 12, 2012 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at the Catholic Church of St. Rita on September 13th, 2012 at 10:00 am with Father David ofĂ ciating. There will be a light reception at the Church following the service for all interested. Theresa was born in Trail to Frank and Joy Thiel on March 25th, 1948. She went to high school at J. Lloyd Crowe and graduated in 1966. She then met and fell in love with Paul Burkart. Together with Paul, she owned and operated successful bakeries and was able to retire young. She was a member of her church visitation group, the Good Sam Club, and many other local groups. She enjoyed reading, games, travelling, and family most. Theresa is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Joy, brother John, and sisters Maureen, Marilyn, and Carol. Theresa is survived by her husband Paul Burkart; sons Chris (Kim) Burkart and Lorne (Vicky) Burkart; sisters Lois (Al), Annette (Jan), and Lucille (Steve); brothers David (Margaret), and Bruce (Wendy); and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

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Castlegar, BC We are in need of a Fibre Associate for our Accounting department. Primary responsibilities include: â&#x20AC;˘ reconcile and verify daily fibre load information â&#x20AC;˘ prepare daily load reporting â&#x20AC;˘ prepare fibre load invoice backup for payment â&#x20AC;˘ prepare monthly stumpage reconciliation. The successful candidate will have: â&#x20AC;˘ Business Administration Diploma or related Forestry Experience or Admin Experience â&#x20AC;˘ Good Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software â&#x20AC;˘ Self-directed, deadline driven & detail oriented â&#x20AC;˘ Effective verbal & written communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent interpersonal & team skills Zellstoff Celgar offers a dynamic work environment & a competitive pay and benefits package. Please submit your resume to: lisaa@celgar.com by September 28, 2011. We thank all applicants; only those whose candidacy best suits our needs will be contacted

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Fruit & Vegetables Frozen 5 lb bags Raspberries $15 a bag, 1699 Hwy 3A Thrums, 250-399-4779

Furniture Good Used Furnishing Warehouse, Trail, Complete Household furnishing, Second Hand Store & Warehouse Call 250-367-9939 anytime Help Recycle

COLD LAKE, AB Area 1 1/2 storey, 3 - 4 bdrm 1 3/4 bath, fully renovated Home on 10 acres, Custom details throughout this country charmer, Paved drive, 34â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 48â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heated garage, single garage & large barn. Surrounded by mature spruce. Located in the heart of the Lakeland and the Oil Patch opportunities abound for work and play. For more information call: 780-826-2591 or email: gdl1946@worldpost.ca

Duplex/4 Plex 3 Bdrm Upper Duplex. N/P,N/S, S. Castlegar $925. 778-292-1287

Houses For Sale ROBSON 2 Bdrm 1 Bath Riverview near school & bus Renovated 1200 sq ft Main, 780 upper open ďŹ&#x201A;oor comes with all appliances & extra Fridge & Freezer hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors throughout Beautifully landscaped patio & ďŹ repit, deck & 2 shops asking $240,000. Phone 250-365-1166

Recreational Sun Peaks Duplex For Sale

Garage Sales CASTLEGAR, misc household goods, 8:30 - 3, Sat, Sept 22nd, 2700 - 5th Ave GARAGE SALE at Mountain Transport Institute. Sept 22. 2181A - 6th Ave, Castlegar. 9AM-2PM OfďŹ ce furniture and miscellaneous. Half of proceeds will go to the Food Bank.

Each side: $449,000 5 bdrms. 3 bath, front & back decks. Exc. revenue opportunity We work with agents! 604-626-7100 www. northrockhomes.ca/peak-2-creek

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3 bdrm townhouse, with 1.5 bath. Quiet, private, well maintained and recent upgrades. Fenced yard with garden. On bus route, close to schools. Asking $187,500. Owner motivated call 250 505-5460

CASTLEGAR SOUTH 1 Bdrm Basement suite in quiet 4-plex Clean, spacious & bright Laundry available, N/S, N/S $600/mth incl utilities Avail Oct 1st, 250-352-5659 or 250-687-0557

For Sale - 1998, 27’ Sportsmaster Travel Trailer. Sleeps up to 8 People. Twin Bunks, Pull-out Couch, Table Folds Down, Queen Pillow-top Mattress in Front Bedroom. Air Conditioner, 3 Burner Stove, Oven, Spacious Bathroom, 2 x 30lb Propane Tanks. Very Clean and in Excellent Condition! Asking $9,700. Located in Nakusp. Please call 250-265-9990 or email: tzanier@hotmail.ca for more info.

Other Areas FREE BROCHURE. Kings County “Land of Orchards, Vineyards and Tides”. Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888865-4647, www.kingsrda.ca

Suites, Upper CASTLEGAR, newer 2 Bdrm 2 bath, upper ﬂoor, W/D, N/P N/S, DW, Micro, Laundry Jucci tub, covered deck. Avail Oct 15th, $865/mth Looking for working mature person, 250-365-2851

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Hunter’s special 1974 Vanguard 18’ 360 motor $3000 250-365-3234 **WANTED** Looking for small short box truck camper or camperette in good shape. Phone 250-6938883, leave message.

Boats 16’ Fiberform with Meucruiser 140 engines Seats 6 includes trailer $3750. 250 352-2858 1979 Reinell 21’ Cabin Cruiser mercury inbroad, 9.5 outbroad evenruin, 2 electric down riggers, VHS Radio fish finder bottomline, Super winter fishing boat. Call 250-365-7854 or 250365-4740 Can be seen at Lang Marina at Balfour BOATING SEASON IS STILL HERE!! WANNA HAVE SOME FUN WITH YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS ON THIS GREAT BOAT ALL YEAR ROUND? Great for fishing.

COMMERCIAL office space on Columbia for lease. 2 joining 100 Sq ft ground floor units, can be combined into one or used separate $350 for both. 170 sq ft ground floor unit, private and public entrance, $425. No triple net, all costs are included. Ph Darrell 250-212-4098 for more info

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Homes for Rent 2BD, 1 Bath, newly renovated in West Trail. $850/mo. Washer/dryer, huge closets, ofﬁce space and sunroom. Avail. October 8th. Call or text 604-3246465. 3 Bdrm house plus student suite. Near Complex. N/P,N/S, 5 App., Lg Yard, $1490. Refs. 778-292-1287 BEAUTIFUL NEWER HOUSE FOR RENT IN THE SLOCAN LAKE AREA. AVAILABLE OCT 1st • 4 Bedroom-2 Bath on 2 Acres • Red Mtn. Road above SILVERTON w/ Valhalla views + quiet privacy • N/S , Open to animals • 10 min. drive to Slocan Lake and Village amenities • Storage, treehouses, good access all year round • Minimum 6 mnth Lease • W/D Hookups, F/S plus Earth -Woodstove • $1100 negotiable with proper care of house, land + gardens • Open to work trades on property • References Required • Secure Income Essential • Serious Inquiries Only Call: 250-362-7681 or Mobile 250-231-2174 Email: monikas_2010@ hotmail.com CASTLEGAR - 2 Bdrm, dbl carport private. NS/NP. 2 mins from DT. $900/mth + utilities. No pets Available immediately 304-8185 or 365-6471

CASTLEGAR 3 Bdrm House F/S, W/D, N/S, $800/mth Call to inquire 250-365-8386 ROBSON: Clean, Quiet, Reno’d 2 Bdrm Heritage Home, F/S/W/D. N/S, No dogs, Ref.req’d. $900 + utilities. 304-7667.

Shared Accommodation ROOMMATE: C-gar, 32 yr/w, cat, dog. $450/m incl, furn. wireless, pets neg. Shannon 250-608-2567 Shared Accommodation Fully furnished 3 bdrm Home located across from Complex amenities close by includes transit, shopping, restaurants & recreation centre Call FYI 250-365-2839

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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 $8000 OBO Call 250-362-7681 or Cell 250-231-2174 email monikas_2010@ hotmail.com 4 more information & to view

Cars - Domestic 1997 Chrysler Cirrus 4 dr sedan, V6 auto, $600. Tranny needs work. 250-442-0122. 2007 CHEV Cobalt SS Supercharged, black, 5spd., loaded w/leather, heated seats, mint condition. Payment $225/mo. obo. 250-231-7182. lve.msg.

Cars - Sports & Imports Fully loaded 2000 Honda Accord, 3.0 L motor, Auto $5,500, 250-365-3234

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BAILIFF SALE 2005 Toyota Tundra Crew cab V8 4 whl dr. at; pw; pb; ac; am/fm/cd full load s/n 5TBDT44135S473018 270290 kms - white As is - where is. Viewing by Appt. Oﬀers subject to approval Call Bob 250-365-6516

Thursday, September 20, 2012 Castlegar News

Sports

No NHL, what now? Matt and Craig talk sports CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter W/ MATT WILLIAMS

With fall just around the corner, that means NBA, NHL (or not), junior hockey, high school sports, and Selkirk College sports are all starting or about to start. Not long ago I wrote a music column with Mountain FM DJ Matt Williams and had such great feedback I decided to ask Matt to help out with my sports column. Craig: Matt, you’ve got to admit the fall is one of the best times to be a sports fan with all the anticipation of upcoming sports and football and baseball being in full swing. Matt: Definitely Craig. With the NFL starting up, I can kiss Sunday’s goodbye. I can also kiss good hygiene, wardrobe, and diet goodbye during Sundays as I glue myself to the couch. At least there’s some good local sports to get me out of the house! Craig: Let’s start with the local hockey team, the Castlegar Rebels. Now you weren’t around last year, but with my first year covering the team, I thought it was a great organization with a really good coach. The Rebs had another strong season getting to game seven in the second round against the eventual KIJHL champion Beaver Valley Nitehawks. Matt: Moving here mid-March, it was awesome to see the excitement surrounding that series. Sure, it didn’t go the Rebels’ way, but you couldn’t have asked for a more entertaining series. Craig: I think the Rebels will be contenders again. Of course, they’ll miss Anthony Delong, Scott Morriseau and Tyler Robinson, who have aged out. All three provided great leadership and clutch scoring. The best thing about junior hockey, I think, is watching

players in their second or third years make that big jump. Guys like Brayden Horcoff, Diego Bartlett, and Kody Disher. Maybe they get a chance on the first or second line and just go with it. Matt: It seems like every year, especially at the Junior B level, there are a couple of players who make that jump from the third or fourth line. That’s the great thing about Junior level hockey. A lot of the kids are still finding their stride, and that’s when latebloomers can arise. Yes, I did just make a floral reference while talking about hockey. It is the 21st century Craig. Craig: But it looks like the Rebels will have some competition for coffee talk among hockey fans in Castlegar. The Selkirk College Saints have really stocked up with new coach Jeff Dubois. Matt: It’s almost a new team at Selkirk, with just a few players returning. One of them, Justin Sotkowy, I used to call play by play for his game’s in Victoria. We Island folk have to stick together. Things are looking bright for the Saints this season though.

Craig: As a University of Victoria grad I feel some connection with the Island, although it’s been years since I’ve been. I just can’t fathom paying $200 to take the ferry to Victoria and back. But that’s another topic. On to the pros, do you think the NHL will have a season? Do you think the Canucks will ever trade Luongo? Matt: As much as I love to hate Gary Bettman (and I only use ‘hate’ when describing empty trays at a buffet), I think they’ll hammer out a midnight deal. The league has a lot to lose this time around. As for Luongo? The Canucks will be lucky to get the retirement-rights to Bob Essensa for him. Craig: As many predict, do you see the NBA becoming more popular without pro hockey around? And how about those Lakers with B.C.’s own Steve Nash? And then you add the best centre in the league in Dwight Howard to a team with Nash, Kobe, and Pau Gasol? Can anyone stop them? Matt: I think the NBA is heading into another golden age. You’ve got the big three in Miami, and now the Fantastic

Four in LA. That is, if Dwight can do his best ‘Thing’ impersonation. How about the lone Canadian team Nash spurned Craig? Craig: The Raptors? It’ll be another long year in Toronto, I’m afraid. So Matt, I hear you used to play some basketball in high school? Are you ready to bring your game to the Trail Men’s League? I’m hoping to get you on the Castlegar team but I still need to secure my spot. What I lack in athletic ability, I make up for in my lack of any skill. But if you need someone to intentionally foul, I rise to the top. Matt: I’m ready to bring my 6’6” frame to the court, and try and resemble a young Shawn Bradley. Hey, between you and I we could intentionally foul the entire opposing team! Craig: That’s a sound strategy to me. Matt, did you catch some Olympic action? We took the gold in trampoline! We may also have placed well in the synchronized shot put. I’m not sure. Matt: I did! Though most of the time I spent watching Brian Williams tell me what time it was. Basically my entire August felt like it was moving in circles. But kudos to all the B.C. athletes for bringing home medals this summer. Craig: Absolutely. And now it’ll be another four years before we hear about sports like dressage, the parallel bars, and water polo. And just like that we’re finished. Thanks again, Matt!

The Selkirk Saints (left) and Castlegar Rebels teams were both out SunCraig Lindsay photo day for the Terry Fox Run.

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