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Flood protection committee on hold Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net

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Tuesday Oct. 9 marked the official end of the Bridge to Bridge project as the Loan Authorization bylaw was rescinded. The project may be over, but the Town’s responsibilities of flood protection and dyking remains. Coun. Keith Hern brought forth a recommendation that a Flood Control Select Committee be formed to review long-term flood control measures. “I think there’s a lot of talent and experience in the community that could help construct policies on flood control issues. So I’m proposing that a Flood Control Select Committee be formed,� said Hern. Under his proposal, the committee would, “have a mandate to review long-term flood control meas-

ures including enhancements to the existing dyke, instream sedimentary management, dyke maintenance and emergency response planning in accordance with our responsibility as a dyke authority.� The committee, which would be comprised of at least three technically-oriented community volunteers, one councillor and the Manager of Operations for the Town, would also be addressing the “likely build-up of gravel in the Kicking Horse River,� and “review the functionality of the current hydraulic model.� “I think we need to get on this as soon as possible.� said Hern. Coun. Caleb Moss disagreed, saying that he supports the idea of community engagement, but does not think that now is the time for such a committee to be formed. “Perhaps it would be more prudent to hold this con-

versation until the Asset Management Plan comes in, and then we would know if striking a Roads Committee might be more important,� said Moss, explaining that forming a committee to manage one asset before you know how it will fit in with the Town’s other assets would not be wise. “Until that (the Asset Management Plan) comes forward I can’t support the formulation of this group at this time.� Councillors Connie Barlow and Mike Pecora agreed that the timing was wrong, but also had concerns about committee’s mandate, saying that some of the responsibilities listed are actually operational issues taken care of by Town staff, not policy makers. The motion was defeated by a vote of four to two (Barlow, Pecora, Moss and Mayor Christina Benty against, with Hern and Coun. Ron Oszust voting for).

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Principal Ian Robinson and vice-principal Laurie MacDougall show off their retro style at LGES. They agreed to dress up after a group of Grade 6/7 students organized a popcorn sale, which raised $300 for the Food Bank. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo

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Golden’s own Leo Downey will be performing a concert in support of the Golden Food Bank on Saturday Oct. 27. The concert will be hosted by Brenda and John Managh at their residence at 1456 Hwy 95 S. “Brenda Managh is very involved in the community, and volunteers regularly at the Food Bank on our intake desk... The fundraiser was her initiative. She enjoys hosting functions at her home and has the capacity to do so,” said Barb Davies, director of the Golden Food Bank. “She has held other house concerts in her home, and she can accommodate anywhere between 75 and 250 people, so it’s great.” Managh approached Leo Downey and asked if he would be involved, and he was happy to do so. Downey has taken a special interest in the production of food, and owns his own buffalo ranch. “I realized almost all of us have forgotten where food comes from and how to feed ourselves,” he said. This realization came when he would spend months at a time living in the desert, and surviving on very little food. “So doing this house concert for the Food Bank is meaningful for me on many levels. I am looking forward to it so much, and I will be sharing some funny stories about my life and tying it all into the songs.” Downey’s new self-titled CD will be on sale at the event as well. The songs take on the same themes as Downey’s own life. “Being able to live off the land, and learn how to provide my own food and food for others in the the main motif that brought me to Canada,” he said. “I’m really loking forward to the concert - the music will be amazing, and the setting very intimate,” said Davies. “She (Managh) wants it as a real community and cozy feel, so she encourages people to bring a small appetizer and whatever they’d like to drink.” Admission will be by donation to the Golden Food Bank. If anyone has any questions they can contact Davies at the Food Bank at 250-344-2113.

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Illegal dump cleaned up near Nicholson Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net An illegal dump site near Nicholson was the scene of a huge clean-up by volunteers, Wildsight and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD). Ben Van Nostrand, Waste Management Co-ordinator with the CSRD, was at the site and working as part of the clean-up. The CSRD had received a number of complaints about the site and felt it was necessary to remove it and post it as a “no dumping� zone. “We track complaints about illegal dumps. We prioritize those through the CSRD. This one ranked pretty high on our list so we got a group of local volunteers out to clean it up,� he said. After the clean-up was complete, Van Nostrand said there would be signs posted at the site and the conservation office would be informed to keep an eye on it. “A lot of these sites start with a pickup load of debris and it appears to be a dumping site. Then it grows,� he said. One of the frustrating things Van Nostrand saw at the site was

the amount of yard and garden waste which could be taken to the proper land fill during certain times of the year. He also gave high praise to the volunteers who came out to take part in the clean-up. Some of the people who took time from their busy lives to remove the junk were comprised of a potter/ entrepreneur, a physician, two hospital workers (one of whom just moved to Golden a few weeks ago), a teacher, a retired teacher, and a mountain guide. “Without them the site won’t get cleaned up. It also helps in how much money we have to spend. Volunteers are great and save us money on labourers or equipment,� he said. Though the area was filled with a great deal of waste the volunteers were in high spirits and were working very hard to clean up the site. Approximately two tons of garbage was taken to the landfill. Numerous truckloads to the dump included treated wood, rail road ties, a culvert, plastics, car tires and cement. Van Nostrand hopes that anyone who witnesses illegal dumping will call the Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP line) at 1-877-952-7277.

New home possible for alternate school Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net The Golden Alternate School may have a new home in the future. The news of the possible move has come down now that the Golden/Field RCMP detachment is preparing for its own move into a new building.

The current home of the detachment is in a building owned by the local school district. Paul Carriere, Superintendent of Schools for the district, said the district is looking at the possibility of making the move but said nothing is confirmed at the present moment. “We are looking at the

building but there has not been an assessment on the building done yet,� he said. Even though nothing is set in stone yet Carriere did explain that rather than renting a building it did make sense to move the school back into a building the district already owns. Once the assessment is

complete, the district will then make a decision on how best to proceed. Carriere explained that even

if a move were going to be made, it would not likely happen until the fall of 2013

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Senior Citizens’ Metal Waste Clean-up Day

Friday, October 19th, 2012 - The Town of Golden will once again pick up

and dispose of bulky metal items for homeowners who are Senior Citizens (65 yrs of age and older) within our community. Call the Town Hall at 250-344-2271, or e-mail enquiry@golden.ca before 4:30 pm October 19th to register your name, phone #, address, and items for pick-up.

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RCMP Report: High speed chase ends with one person in custody Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net High Speed Chase On Oct. 11 a vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign. Police attempted to stop the vehicle which fled at a high rate of speed. The vehicle travelled through a construction zone east of Golden knocking over pylons while workers were on site. While the vehicle temporarily evaded police, it was located a short time later, abandoned in the Blaeberry. The suspect was located a short distance away

on foot and was arrested. The male driver in his 20s is facing a number of charges under the Motor Vehicle Act as well as Dangerous Operation of a motor vehicle under the Criminal Code.

were able to locate the owner of the dog later in the evening. The owner told police that they had lost the dog. They were advised to contact the by-law officer in the morning to arrange the return of the animal.

area. This is the fourth bear put down in the last three weeks in Golden. Bears are still being spotted in Golden and residents are advised to be careful when out walking. Bears are also still getting into residents’ garbage.

Agressive Dog On the evening of Oct. 11 a report was received of an aggressive dog near the pedestrian bridge. Police located the dog which was still on a leash but not in the control of anyone. The Town’s by-law officer was contacted and took control of the abandoned animal. Police

Bear Destroyed A bear was destroyed by conservation officers in the vicinity of Alexander Park Elementary School on Oct. 12. An animal was spotted on multiple days near the school. A bear had been seen on school property. Another bear was spotted in the Selkirk Hill

Open Beverages RCMP have noticed a rise in people drinking in public. Some of the incidents have stemmed from people going to local pubs and bars. RCMP would like to advise residents that they are ticketing people and seizing alcohol of anyone caught with open beverages in public.

Riverhouse and Mad Trapper look to make license changes Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Two local pubs made

it onto the agenda at the regular Town of Golden Council meeting on Tuesday Oct. 9.

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to expand their licensed area. It is the provincial government’s policy to send such applications to the local government for comment. “There’s an application from the Riverhouse Tavern to increase its internal occupant load from 46 to 58. This is a result of some internal changes to relocate their washrooms,� said Jon Wilsgard, manager of corporate services for the Town. “As a result of the structural change, which was approved by our own building official, there is 11.6 square metres of extra space which they would like to add to their licensed area.� There are standard factors that the Town is to consider when reviewing liquor license applications. Given these factors, Town staff did not feel that this minor change would affect the community. Council recommended that the application be approved. The Mad Trapper Pub also applied for a change in the liquor license. They have applied to the Licensing Branch to extend their hours of operation. “At this point in time it closes seven nights a week

The Riverhouse Tavern has applied to increase their occupancy rate after a structural alteration. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo at 12 a.m., the would like to extend that to 2 a.m. This is in keeping with almost every other licensed establishment around the province,� said Wilsgard. The Mad Trapper is the last pub in the area to

extend their hours. “According to the application, the main reason for this is to accommodate karaoke night, which is on Saturdays. Apparently they’re wildly popular, and it’s difficult to close it

down by midnight,� said Wilsgard. Town staff again reported to foreseen affect on the community, and council recommended that the application be approved.

Shriners continue to show and receive support Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net The Shriners, an international organization based on the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth, is proud to support the Shriners Hospitals for Children. There are 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The renowned hospital system provides expert pediatric specialty care to children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the patients’ ability to pay. Shriners Hospitals for Children has helped nearly one million children overcome seemingly insurmountable odds and do more than they ever though possible. Golden’s Mountain Shrine Club #44, aside from contributing what they can to regional children’s hospitals, supports the Shriners Hospital. All children under the age of 18 are eligible for care, given there is a reasonable possibility they could bene-

fit from the Shriners Hospitals’ specialized care. Admission is based solely on medical need. The first facility opened in the 1920s, and was established primarily to care for children who had contracted polio. Since then they have expanded to include various orthopaedic and neuromuscular conditions. In the early 1980s the Shriners fraternity opened the United States’ first pediatric spinal cord injury rehabilitation centre. There, patients find the complete range of services needed to recover to the fullest extent possible. Cleft lip and palate was officially added to the hospital system’s treatment disciplines in 2005. Shriners Hospitals for Children are also dedicated to conducting innovative research to provide answers to complex medical difficulties affecting children. The organization’s research efforts not only benefit our patients, they contribute to the overall body of medical knowledge. The Mountain Shrine Club #44 is grateful for the community support, which allows them to contribute to such a worthy cause.

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Pictured above are photos from Paul’s time in Germany right through to living in Golden.

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The life and times of longtime Golden resident Paul Hambruch Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net It was a sad day in Golden on Tuesday Oct. 9 when news spread about the loss of one of the community’s most outstanding citizens, Paul Werner Ernst Eugen Hambruch (April 6, 1927 - October 8, 2012). Born in Germany in 1927. He was drafted into the military at a young age, during the last few weeks of the Second World War, he was captured and became a prisoner of war. “He lived through that, and decided he wasn’t going to war again. He had done his time,” said Paul’s son Chris. After his training as an Agriculturist the opportunity to move to Canada came about and he took it. The voyage by boat took 12 days, eleven of which he was seasick, followed by 4 1/2 days by train with the final destination in Brisco in 1953 , and he has lived in the Columbia Valley ever since. Three years later his wife Ingrid and daughter Sabine joined him and a year later their son Chris was born. Since then their family has grown to include six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. “His passion was family, first and foremost,” said Chris. “Some of my favourite memories from childhood were of us camping together... We would just set up a tent and camp for a week or 10 days.” An Agriculturalist by trade, Paul loved to nurture and help things grow. When he was a teenager, living in a three-storey building he packed soil on the roof and made a big garden to grow vegetables.

“Gardening and growing things, he did that all his life. He always found a way... It wasn’t work, that was what he enjoyed to do,” said Ingrid. Paul wasn’t bored a single day in his life, and whether it was gardening, wood working or contributing to community projects he always had something meaningful to do. Even in retirement he was always working on one project or another. Wood working was an interest of his since childhood. After he retired he started making all kinds of things, including furniture. “He ended up with all these little pieces of wood, because nothing ever got thrown away so it progressed into making toys. He made the best use of it. You don’t throw things away.” said Chris. “That is a trait I definitely got from him. You do the best you can with what you’ve got.” Paul loved sharing his knowledge and his passions, and that was most evident with his volunteerism. From Invermere to Brisco to Golden, Paul was involved with countless groups over the years including; the Brisco Recreation Committee, the Windermere School District, the Edgewater Credit Union, the Windermere Hospital Board, the Columbia Basin Trust Advisory Committee, Community Futures, the Historical Society, New Horizons, the Seniors Society, Communities in Bloom, and the Rotary Club. Colleen Palumbo, executive director of the Golden Historical Society, told a story at Paul’s memorial service about how he came to be involved with the society. He had gone to a society meeting to make a presentation for the CBT, but they were one member short of having a quorum, so they were going to

have to cancel the meeting. Paul asked how much it cost to get a membership. Next thing you know he was a member, and spent the next 10 years serving as their treasurer. “That’s just how dad was. They had to have a quorum, so he did something about it,” said Chris. “He would never say ‘why don’t they do something?’ If it needed to be done he would do it,” said Ingrid. During a “get to know each other” presentation at the Rotary Club, Paul created a power point presentation with photographs from his life, and shared stories with the club. It was very fortunate that Chris (who was in charge of recording the minutes at Rotary meetings) recorded the presentation, and saved it. At Paul’s memorial service on Friday Oct. 12, family and friends were able to hear about his life in his own words when the recording was combined with the slideshow (special thanks to Mike Pecora for putting it together). “It was a very powerful piece,” said Chris. “The inspiration for saving it (the recording), I actually have to thank Marco Shehovac. He told me quite some time ago how important he thought it was to get stories from our elders. Write them down, record them, whatever it takes.” The Hambruch family would like to express their appreciation to everyone in the community who has shown their support during this difficult time, as well as extend a thank you to those who spoke at the service; Karen Cathcart, Colleen Palumbo, Ron Oszust and Jon Wilsgard. “The world is less without him, and a better place because of him.”

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Nature vs Man

Winners and Losers Part 3

Everywhere you turn in Golden there seems to be another story about another bear wandering through town or, in one case in Parson, into someone’s house. In Golden over the past few weeks we have seen the lives of four bears end. This is an all too common experience these days. Part of the reason many people live in a town like Golden is for the lifestyle and surroundings. By Darryl Crane People enjoy being close to all of the natural beauty that the mountains and backcountry provide. Sadly in many cases this comes at a cost for the animals. The bears and other wildlife were in this area long before people decided to build a town and call Golden home. People moved into their space and interfered with what nature was doing and there is no going back. Golden Bear Aware does a wonderful job of trying to educate people on how to limit attractants that people create. They also attempt to change the way of thinking through education of younger residents. This is truly the best we can do. But still bears are being killed just around the corner from primary schools where children are playing and are being seen all over town. Conservation Officers who I have spoken to in the past have always said the last thing they want to do is put an animal down, and when they do many people always seem upset over the death of an innocent animal. But what I would like to know is what is the alternative? Increasingly all over towns like Golden, Invermere and just about everywhere else in the Kootenays, wildlife is becoming more habituated. While living in Invermere, I rarely made a trip into town where I did not have to slow down or stop for a deer. The number of times a driver would be driving through town and almost hit an animal became impossible to count. It even got to the point where a gang of wild turkeys were taking over some of the side streets. What can never be lost on us all as residents in these towns is that as habituated as the animals may become they are still wild. They may seem like a pet dog that is all loveable and cute but deep down inside there is the potential of a tragedy happening. A deer is extremely cute until it attacks a small child and then the great question would be, why wasn’t something done to avoid a potentially dangerous issue? Bears are also trapped in the same predicament once they start spending time in a town. This is not the fantasy world of the Winnie-the-Pooh books that I enjoyed so much as a child. The bear and pig are not best friends with the tiger and Christopher Robin. There is always the chance that an animal will attack. Shooting a bear may not be the choice we want to hear but conservation is left with little choice. As long as people are surrounding themselves with nature then the interaction is inevitable. Animals will be hit by cars and trains. More will realize they like hanging out in Golden just as much as the residents who live here, and someone will have to make a tough decisions to keep us all protected. We as residents have to do our part and try not to make a bad situation worse. So the next time you see a Bear Aware representative out at an event you should drop by and make sure you are doing what you can to limit the number of animals that die in Golden.

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I was raised in Golden and have lived here (for the most part since 1972 – 40 years), I have raised a family in this community, and have grown a business in this town. Some of the best people I have ever known have lived in this community, and many have died here as well. I have not seen so many positive changes in those 40 years as has occurred in the last four years under Mayors Aman Virk and Christina Benty and Councillors Chris Hambruch, Caleb Moss, Mike Pecora, Ron Oszust, John Jackson, as well as past councillors Mag Magnusson, Jamie Fitzgerald and Kuljit Jaswal. Whose resolutions have included the curb side re-cycling program, the anti-idling by-law, the ban on smoking in public parks, the restoration and renovations of the Civic Center, Spirit Square, the Summer Kicks Concert series (in conjunction with Kicking Horse Culture), and the “opt out” option for Smart Meters; as well as for their resolve in attracting many people downtown through signage and beautification. Though some may not agree with all of these resolutions, we must recognize that these are all positive changes because they reflect well on our community and are therefore good business decisions – it’s all in the packaging. Let me remind you that we all have a role to play in this, and there are many business owners who have risen to this as well including but not limited to; The Island Restaurant, The Bean Bag Cof-

fee Roasters, The Rockwater, the Public Library, the Dental Clinic, the movie theatre for its upgrades to Digital 3D, and the many business fronts who have changed their façades and signs to reflect our community heritage of lumber through timber frame. I am proud to live in a town that is as beautiful and vibrant as the mountains and marshes which surround it. As a business owner myself, I appreciate the struggles other business owners have to go through to survive in a small town in the middle of a recession. The quality of products and services offered in this town are bar none. Golden has the best restaurants, the best cafes, the best live music, the best message therapists, the best clothing retailers, the best book store, and the best fitness and Yoga instructors. Yet businesses are struggling. A vast majority of businesses in town have put their best foot forward in upgrades, renovations, quality control of their products, and marketing, but yet business is slow. Why? Joel Plasket (who performed at the Civic Center on last Wednesday Sept. 26) put it perfectly when he stated that he had been driving past Golden every year, at least once, since 1994 18 years and never stopped. How many other thousands and hundreds of thousands of people are just like Joel – never stopping. Why? Its simple – people don’t need to; there is something else they are driving towards: something bigger, better, more beautiful. But I don’t believe it: because we are that. Joel Plasket played to a less than cap-

acity audience, the most downloaded Canadian Artist of All Time, the first Canadian artist to be downloaded a million times and we didn’t show up. Wow. Why is business slow? When we invest in our community, our community and the world invests in us. In hind-sight I am glad the Bridgeto-Bridge project didn’t go through, because I want a bigger project, not a scaled back project. I want a project that encompasses both sides of the river and the Highway 95 bridge. I want people to say when they stop for gas at the Husky or stop at MacDonald’s to say “Hey, What’s going on down there? Lets check it out.” I would invest $500.00 dollars a year, even a $1000.00 dollars a year if given the opportunity again for such a project, which would still only be a fraction of the price that my business spends on advertising alone. The same principle of attracting tourists to downtown is the same principle as fishing - you have to stock the lake if you want to catch a fish. Sure we could all stand around and watch one fish at a time jumping into our pool. But you tell me why you would want to do that? An investment into my community is a direct investment into my business, my neighbour’s business, and my son’s future job. Every dollar I spend in this community benefits me – both directly and indirectly, as well as some of the best people I have had the honour and privilege of ever knowing. C. Scott Ryan Golden

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Star EDITORIAL AND OPINION

Golden point of view Do you think high school adequately prepares its graduates for the next step? 100 Stars to the wonderfully honest person who turned in the envelope found in the CVCU bathroom to the CVCU.

Cheryl Donnelly

Tony Cox

Darlene Marven

“I think students are ready... I’ve got two stepdaughters in England and they only go to Grade 11 over there. I think the schools do a good job here.”

“I think that they do. It’s possible that improvements could be made, but for the most part I think they’re ready.”

“That’s a tough one. I’m not sure they’re ever prepared until they go out and live life... I think if the teachers got some help they could do a better job, but they need help.”

It is time for some critical thought when it comes to how our electorate/ taxpayers plan to engage with our elected officials and staff of the Town of Golden. Our community is made up of an admirable number of leaders with varied skills and a passion for future improvement. The past six months’ emotional dialogue needs to stop in favour of a more professional approach. I suggest that we need to go back in history and readopt some “Rules of Engagement” where a far greater sense of respect was in place, even in

times of war. This is not a war we have been dealing with. Some history: Our town has gone through a Community Planning process. I cannot believe how much effort there was put into the plan and how often the plan open houses were advertised to us all. Yet, at that time, there was surprisingly low attendance. Details such as flood control by raising the dike were put into the plan. Once you have a plan, accepted by your electorate, there is a roadmap for the town leadership to follow. As part of the plan, a counter petition was advertised and the B2B loan proposal was presented to the pub-

A stinger to those who do not know the rules when it comes to roundabouts/ traffic circles; use your signal lights!

Stingers to the people who speed in school zones. A star to the two-yearold who was doing the Gangnam Style dance at the hockey game. Stars to the poutine guys for getting into the Golden Arena. You have made

hockey games that much more delicious. Stingers to the vendor who had too much fun on Saturday night, and didn’t make it to the wedding show on Sunday. Stars to the organizers of the wedding show, it was a great time. A star to the organizers of Golden Film Kicks for a great night out at the theatre.

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Rules of Engagement

Stars to everyone who supported us at the Spilli Bean. Your smiles and enthusiasm made for a great second season.

Stars to the wonderful man who helped me fix my broken windshield wiper in the pouring rain.

lic. Fair game in my mind. This followed the rules of the Provincial Community Charter. But somehow we end up with personal attacks against councillors, the mayor and town staff. Again, we are not at war, it is democracy. A new group has emerged with good intentions. I would like to count all of the members of the CORE as my friends but, alas, I am not a Face booker so I have no virtual friends. I am now defending the process of engagement which we have in place for making decisions that affect our town’s future. Proper, respectful structure, using

established requisites. How can government recognize a group without a leader and some framework such as a registered society would have? The Community Plan Committee had specific terms of reference, a specific start and a specific end. It would have been great if all community members engaged in the process which was laid out for them. It is not respectful to take potshots at councillors and staff once the process is over. Perhaps, the creation of a group which has a structure of “emails and Facebooking” is an attempt to change the ideology of how society should run itself. It is hard to take it seriously.

We badly need take the higher road when it comes to communications while planning our future and this means showing respect for the efforts the Town makes to engage a frustratingly apathetic electorate. Firing disrespectful shots at our officials through the social media and this newspaper is not the way to build community. We elected our mayor and councillors. It is important that we give them our input and respect, by communicating directly to them, to allow them to do their job. Sincerely, Jeff Dolinsky Golden

Investment pays dividends at the end of the a long journey Just like managing your household finances, managing the Province’s finances is all about making choices. In my last two MLA reports, I spoke about ways that the Province receives revenue, and the Province’s current debt and financial obligations which will restrict future budget decisions for decades to come. In this report, I will cover the third aspect of budgeting which is pro-

gram choices. Where do you spend money and what benefits do you receive from that investment? These are the questions that a government must answer. I want to apply these questions to a specific area of spending , the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. Since 2001, the BC Liberals have cut the budgets for land ministries by 52 per cent.

The degradation of our forests and the loss of professional capacity within government has had dire consequences. The BC Liberals’ record on forestry includes out of date inventory, the closure of the research branch, little action on wildfire interface management, mill closures and the loss of 35,000 forestry jobs. While we may have saved some money by not funding resource

ministries, the real cost to our province and to our rural communities has been exponential. A government that is focused on what is best for its citizens understands that the best course of action is judicious and reasoned investment in the land and in ensuring that the people who care for the land are able to do their work. Caring for our forest lands pays dividends. By

ensuring BC has healthy forests, we protect our water, our air, species diversity and mitigate for climate change. And we provide the foundation for a healthy and sustainable forest industry. Through good stewardship, we will also be able to maximize the opportunity that new technologies and uses for wood fibre will bring. For instance, new technologies will allow wood

fibre to be used to make products such as films, pigments and bioplastics. But we will miss these opportunities if we continue to underfund and degrade our forests. I believe that we must have a government that sees our Crown lands as our greatest asset and that invests in ensuring that our Crown lands continue to provide wealth for our children and our grandchildren.

- MLA Report By Norm Macdonald

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Tips for the Dementia Journey Please join the Alzheimer Society of B.C. for a workshop discussing tips for the dementia journey. The workshop covers the following topics: s 5NDERSTANDING DEMENTIA A s #OMMUNICATION AND BEHAVIOUR EH HAV HA VIOU s ,IFE IN RESIDENTIAL CARE s "EING AN EFFECTIVE ADVOCATE V C E Date: Thurs, Oct 18, 2012 Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Where: Creston Hospital, Meeting Room A 312-15 Ave. North, Creston

Date: Fri, Oct 19, 2012 Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Where: Invermere Health Unit Board Room Invermere

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Cost: $15 (Lunch will be provided.) *Please pre-register as space is limited*

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Tercon Construction Ltd. *Notice of Construction* Tercon Construction Ltd. would like to inform the travelling public of our construction project 4 km East of Golden, B.C. on the Trans Canada Highway. The project currently has an expected completion date of November 2012. We appreciate your patience during this time and request that you please watch for our crews and obey all construction signs. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Site Safety OfďŹ ce at: 250-344-6768.

Oldtimers hockey Sunday 7:15 and 8:45 p.m. Wed. 9:45 p.m. Call Russ at 250-344-2734 Silvertips Hockey (50+) Ever y Monday 3:30 p.m. and Friday 2 p.m. Call Sid 250-344-5514

Golden Parent and Tot Play Lets parents and kids from bir th to five enjoy preschool type activities. Ever y Wednesday at the Rec Plex from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Golden Cycling Club group ride and instruction. 7 p.m. Instruction from Andy Bostock at the new Pump Track. To learn more at www.goldencyclingclub.com Also check out the GCC group ride and instructions. Public Skate Ever y Wednesday, 7 to 8 p.m.

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Sat, Oct. 20 Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards Saturday Oct 20, 2012 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. 2012 Community Excellence Awards. Tickets are $50. Contact: Ruth Hamilton 250-3447125. www.goldenchamber.bc.ca Karaoke Night The Mad Trapper hosts a karaoke night ever y Saturday. Public Skate Ever y Saturday, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Gentle Women Artist Babe Wanamaker will be showing his paintings of women at the Art Gallery of Golden from now until Oct. 23.

Men’s drop-in basketball Every Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Rec Plex. $8 to play.

Mountain Prana Run Club Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at Spirit Square, and Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. at Nicholson School. For more info contact hollietatar yn@ gmail.com.

Start Right Free six-week program for parents and children ages three to five in the StrongStart room at APES. Learn how to support your child’s learning. Call 250-439-9324 to register.

Golden Rockets home game is Saturday Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. versus the Princeton Posse.

Apple Pie Fundraiser Order you apple pies from any GSS graduate. Orders can also be made at Brent’s Boardshop and Bacchus Books. $7 per pie.

Ben & Eric Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub.

Public Skate at the Golden Arena Every Sunday from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Come skate with family or friends. Helmets are recommended, no pucks or sticks allowed on ice during public skate.

The Community Garden at the Ruth Wixon House is looking for volunteers to drop in on Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 8 to 9 a.m. Creative Seeds Explore Acr ylic Painting. Choose structured class (starting Oct. 10), or drop in (starting Oct. 5). Runs six weeks. Contact Janis Dyck at janisdyck@persona.ca.

Wed, Oct. 17 Sunparlour Players with Kalle Mattson A double hit of Canadian folk at the Rockwater on Wednesday Oct. 17. Co-ed badminton at the Mount 7 rec plex from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Golden Youth Centre Drop in ever y Wednesday from 3:30 to 9 p.m. Jam nights ever y Wednesday evening.

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Mountain Magic Quilters Guild Meets on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 in the Golden High School’s sewing room. New members and guests always welcome, annual membership is $25. Free Belly Fit classes Every Thursday evening until end of October, Belly Fit with teacher in training at 7 p.m. at LGES gym. Times subject to change. Aquafit exercise class At the Days Inn from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Drop in rate is $6.50.

Fri, Oct. 19 Golden Youth Centre Drop in ever y Friday from 3:30 to 9 p.m. And movie night ever y Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Blackberry Wood Magic combination of alternative-country, gypsy-circus music at the Rockwater Grill and Bar. Golden Rams Novice tournament at the Golden Arena Oct. 19 and 20.

Van Funk and the Labarons Live funk, rockabilly and folk at the Rockwater Grill and Bar.

Sun, Oct. 21

Mon, Oct. 22 Co-ed badminton at the Mount 7 rec plex from 7-8:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Drop in Shinny Bring your friends for a good old game of hockey. Ever y Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. Drop in fee $6.50.

Tues, Oct. 23 Join the Cadets This free program meets ever y Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Legion Banquet Hall. For young men and women ages 12 to 18. John Jenkins & Friends Live acoustic mountain folk, Rock, Reggae, improv. This week, Tony Bell at Rockwater Grill & Bar.

Aquafit exercise class At the Days Inn from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Drop in rate is $6.50. Free Homework Help Program Every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Lion’s Den below the library. For students Grades 3 to 7. Just drop in. Pilates Core and More A pilates-based bone building class focusing on posture, core strength, fracture prevention and balance. Runs Tuesdays and Fridays from now to Oct. 12, noon to 1 p.m. Sign up at COTR.

Upcoming Events Big Sugar coming to Golden on Oct. 24 at the Golden Civic Centre. Tickets are presale only, available at Jita’s Cafe, Plain Wayne and Jane, and the Rockwater. The Sweet Lowdown Acoustic roots trio from Victoria at the Rockwater on Thursday Oct. 25. Golden Rockets vs Creston Valley Thundercats Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Leo Downey Food Bank Fundraiser Sat. Oct. 27, 7 p.m at 1456 Hwy. 95 South. Blues Emergency 2012 tour of bluesmen Doc Maclean and Morgan Davis is in Golden on Saturday Oct. 27. Tickets for the house concert are $20, and are available only at Bacchus Books. Scrapper’s Cove Scrapbooking retreat Oct. 26 to 28 at the Invermere in. Call for your spot 250-342-7238. Halloween Party Golden Delicious Productions presents the Golden Food Bank Halloween Party at the Rockwater, Oct. 27 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Let’s Do Coffee Join the Chamber to talk about the mobile vendor issue at the Kicking Horse River Lodge, Oct. 30, 8 a.m. to 9:30. Next Live Kicks performance is David Myles on Nov. 3.

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Golden Moments: There’s no place like Golden for Big Bill Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net Gurdial Singh Shami is well known as Bill or Big Bill to his friends in and around Golden. “Everyone knows Big Bill but not my name,� he said smiling. Originally from the Punjab region of India his father came to Canada in 1906 but returned to India during the First World War. After the war his father returned to work in Canada and Gurdial moved to Vancouver in 1934. “I came to Canada. My father was back and forth to Canada all of the time,� he said. “He wanted my mother, sister and me to come, but my grandfather didn’t want us to come to Canada.� When he was 18 years old he made the decision to finally come to Vancouver. After his father returned to India in 1935, Gurdial continued to work hard for a brighter future. “In those days it was hard to get a job. It was during the Depression,� he said. During the Second World War Gurdial returned to India and would not come back to Canada until 1947. Before coming to Donald for work, Gurdial had a history of working for lumber companies in Vancouver. After owning his own trucking company, which was used to move lumber around the coast, the mill he was working with suffered a serious fire and he lost everything in one night. It was a friend from Vancouver who convinced Gurdial to move to Donald to work at a mill. “I worked for six months and then the mill went bankrupt,� he said. A few years later the mill reopened and once again Gurdial was offered a job. After a few discussions, he returned to the area to work at the mill in 1963. Gurdial was one of the first people from East India to live in the Golden on a full-time basis.

“There was nobody here like myself. I went back to Vancouver and brought some of my boys back with me to work,� he said. Golden was a very different place back in the ‘50s and ‘60s, according to Gurdial. “At that time Golden was a very sad place. There was nothing much here,� he said. Eventually more people with the same ethnic background as Gurdial came to Golden, and they came together to build a Sikh Temple. “We all pushed for everybody to build a temple. With everyone helping, we all came down to build it,� he said. Gurdial explained the hospital was very small and there was nothing on the area around where the highway now runs. “Donald had a big railway station when I first came here. No one would come here unless it was by train. The roads were very bad,� he said. In 1976 Gurdial moved to Golden and eventually bought the Golden Rim Motel. The motel became a family business which would eventually be taken over by Gurdial’s grandson Manjit (Mike). The family would also open the Ramada Hotel in Golden which Mike still operates. Since 1988 Gurdial has been enjoying his life in Golden as a retiree. “At first I didn’t like it. For the first month or two I missed my job. After that I got used to it. I sometimes travel to India or other places,� he said. Gurdial added he was not planning on spending his life in Golden but would not move away now for many reasons. “There were no jobs in Vancouver so that is why we came here. I thought I would work for a year or two and then go back to Vancouver,� he said. “I like to stay here where it is nice and quiet. People are friendly here and we know lots of people here. It is like a small village. This is a nice place where I am going to grow old.�

Gurdial Singh Shami has found a home a long way from where he started his life. Darryl Crane/Star Photo

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Turning Back the Pages on the life and times of Paul Hambruch

- Turning Back the Pages By Colleen Palumbo

Well, Golden has lost another gem, a man who looked around each day, wondering what he could do that would make the world a better place to live, work and play. Paul Hambruch was born in Frankfurt, Germany on April 6, 1927, the youngest of a family of 3 and while he was still a small boy his father passed away, leaving his mother to care for her small family. Paul’s mother made the decision to take her children to live with her parents in Baden

Baden, where in time she met and remarried. Paul emigrated to Canada in 1953. In 1956 he made the trip back to Germany to bring his wife Ingrid and daughter Sabine. Christoph was born in Canada in 1957. I first met Paul and Ingrid when they opened the flower shop in Golden, as I’m sure many of you did as well. They offered expert knowledge of plants and flowers and exceptional customer service, something that is lacking these days. But while I knew who they were I didn’t really know either of them until the Historical Society was looking for more information on the new Columbia Basin Trust and asked me to look into it. Paul was the speaker that they sent to one of our meetings to make a presentation of the information. As the meeting time approached we

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didn’t have a quorum. Paul was determined to give his talk and asked “how many more people do you need and how much is membership?” I said one more person and $10.00. He paid his membership on the spot. Our meeting went ahead and he gave an excellent presentation. While most of you think that having a museum is important, many of you have paid your dues to help the museum to continue and then never come to meetings so imagine my surprise when Paul was at the next meeting. Soon he was taking on several jobs, the most important one for the Historical Society was the position of treasurer. He took our books, made sense of them and then worked really hard to get me employed year round. At each special event or

as new members arrived Paul took pleasure in taking them into the main gallery of the museum to show them the old CPR waiting bench. It sat under the big eave at the old Station and Paul’s first night in the Columbia Valley was spend sleeping on it as he awaited his sponsor who was coming from Brisco to pick him up. He was familiar with digging ditches, which was a good thing because one of the first jobs that he worked on when he arrived in Brisco was digging ditches for a community water system. During one of the community events held at the Golden Museum someone backed their truck over one of our water spigots and Paul said I’ll fix that. The brought over his shovel and started digging – down 4 feet and then back 4 feet the connection. He fixed it all up and thru the dirt back in,

apologizing for taking so much time. He was 75 at the time. Soon he was bringing Ingrid with him to meetings and she too, helped anyway she could. They worked tirelessly together and one of my favorite memories of them was when I was picking up one of my children from the bus station. It was late in the evening and there was Ingrid waiting for Paul to come home after being away for 4 days, I think he was at one of the granddaughters houses building something. Anyway, Ingrid explained that they hadn’t spent many nights apart and she would certainly be glad to see him. Straight off the bus, he was looking for her and when he found her, he kissed her soundly and squeezed her hard. I remember going straight home to tell Gino that I

Pictured above is Paul Hambruch. Photo submitted hoped he was that happy to see me after 50 years. Paul actions were the true definition of a community volunteer. It’s easy to say that you are an involved community member but to put

your words into actions is something we rarely see. Paul never asked why someone else didn’t do something about something that needed done – he just did it and we were all richer for it.

A busy time for kids and teachers at APES Vicci Nelson Principal Alexander Park School It’s hard to believe that we are already into the second month of the new school year. September was as usual a busy one, with children settling into their new classrooms, routines and expectations being established, and teachers working hard to “get things underway” for the year! It was great to see so many parents and families out to our Terry Fox run, our Walk and Read morning, and for our Friday morning school wide walks. This month students have already participated in special events including Bus Safety, Fire Prevention, Bear Aware, and Thanksgiving activities. Stay abreast of the many school activities and events happening at Alexander Park by reading the school newsletter, the “A.P.E.S. Chatter”, class newsletters, or through our website, www.sd6. bc.ca/apes. Our Home Reading Program is now

underway in all classes. Our goal is to have all students participate in this program. Why? Because research shows that it is necessary for students to read on a regular basis in order for their reading to improve. Parents are asked sign the reading calendar every time they read with their child, hopefully at least 15 times a month and then return this calendar to the office at the end of each month. Parents/Guardians of Alexander Park students, along with a staff member and myself, come together once a month at the Parent Advisory Council meeting. These monthly meetings provide an opportunity for parents to learn about what is happening at the school, to share ideas, and meet new people. The PAC also plays a very active role in raising funds to support school activities. The PAC meets at 6:30 p.m. in the school library and usually last only one hour. Child minding is provided by an adult at no cost.

You may want to get involved with ongoing activities such as the Hot Lunch Program, or you may choose to help out with a specific event, or you might want to contribute your ideas during meetings...... whatever your level of involvement, it will be appreciated! So plan on attending the next meeting on October 18 and finding out more about your child’s school and your Parent Advisory Council. A big thank you to the parents who attended the first PAC meeting, and to those parents who volunteered to head up the various PAC committees. Parents and teachers want the same thing – success for the children in their care. So please remember if you have a concern, don’t stew about it, phone the school to set up an appointment with your child’s teacher or to meet with me. The staff at Alexander Park look forward to our students’ parents continued interest, support, and involvement in their child’s education.

College of the Rockies presents to council Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net How much do you know about the College of the Rockies? At a delegation in front of Golden Town Council on Oct. 9, Karen Cathcart with COTR explained what the Golden campus has been up to, and how important it is to the community. “Our mission is to enrich lives, engage communities through the power of education, and our vision is to be as spectacular as the mountains from which we take our name,” said Cathcart. College of the Rockies has seven campuses in the Kootenays, and serves a population of 83,000 people. They have 2,100 full-time students (roughly 80 of which are at the Golden Campus), and more than 100 international students from 20 countries around the world. Although a registered non-profit which operates with a $17-million grant from the Ministry of Advanced Education ($1.2 million of that goes to the Golden campus), COTR is continuously looking for additional funding to bring in new programming. “A lot of what I do at my desk day after day is writing grants, and

securing dollars to run additional programs,” said Cathcart. In the past year, COTR has brought in $187,000 for the new faller program, $97,000 for the Intro to Trades, $25,000 for Art Spot for Seniors. $35,000 for Skills Upgrading, and extra funding for English as a Second Language classes through the Ministry of Culture and Immigration, among others. “When you start adding those numbers up, we’re at about $500,000 in additional dollars coming into Golden for programming,” said Cathcart. The money coming into the college has a trickle effect that benefits the entire community. “It’s really important to recognize that this Golden campus is a strong economic driver for this community,” said Cathcart. The Golden campus of COTR employs seven faculty and instructors, and more than 25 guides in the community to help deliver programming. It also brings in students from all over the country, as well as some international students, who live and spend money in the community. To learn more about the college and its programming, go to www. cotr.bc.ca.

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Rubbish gets rounded up at CSRD event held in Golden Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net The Product Care Round Up event, hosted by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), was held on Oct. 13. This one day of drop offs was an event for local residents to recycle items such as household paints and solvents, pesticides and herbicides, old gasoline in ULC approved containers, residential fluorescent tubes and much more. Throughout the daylong event many residents from Golden took advantage of the drop off point filling bin after bin with products that could have ended up not being recycled otherwise. CSRD Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen Fennell was on hand to help with the collection of recycle items. “It is important here because there is no program here in town for residents to take their products back all the time. Since there isn’t, this is the best option

the stewards can come up with,” she said. Fennell added that it was obvious to her that people in Golden are holding on to these products so they can be disposed of properly. “I have said before that Golden is becoming one of the CSRD’s champions in terms of their waste reductions efforts,” she said. “We see a lot of people hanging on to this stuff and are looking forward to the next event because they know we have a schedule and we come back for these programs.” Fennell also wanted to say thank you to the volunteers who came out to help at the event. “It is huge. You can see there are lots of people here and it makes it more of a community event when you come and it is not just someone from out of town. It is your local people that are living here who are coming here to support the effort.” She also spoke highly of the effort being put forward by the Town of Golden. Fennell stressed how

(Left to right) Volunteer Sadie Parr, CSRD Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen Fennell and volunteer Jo-Mary Crowchild-Fletcher all took part in a Product Care Round Up held in Golden on Oct. 12. Darryl Crane/Star Photo important it is to have the local governments working with the local residents to provide the best services available

to control waste. “We are really impressed with what Golden is doing with their waste reduction.

We are looking forward to having more programs. We are looking into composting programs at the landfill,”

Fennell said. “We are working with the Town of Golden who are proactive in doing pickup events at the curb. We

have a good partnership and things are moving forward in a positive way for this project and others.”

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It was a day of good food, Zumba, and beautiful dresses at the Wedding, Party and Gift show on Oct. 14. Cari Wilson is pictured in a wedding dress during a fashion show held at the event. Pictured above right is Jayne Baun who is showing off one of her cake creations from Pretty Flour. All of the model’s hair was styled by Vivid Hair Studio. Darryl Crane/Star Photo

Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce talks mobile vendors Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a “Let’s do Coffee-

Golden Café” event at the Bugaboo Cafe in the Kicking Horse River Lodge on October 30. The event will be starting at 8 and running until 9:30 a.m. There will be coffee and

muffins. The topic for the event will be dealing with mobile vendors in Golden. “Mobile vendors are extremely popular in

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other communities and at this time there is no policy in place in the Town of Golden licensing to govern mobile vendors,” said Manager of the Chamber Ruth Hamilton. “There is a business opportunity for entrepreneurs to become retail and specialized food mobile venders in the community but we need to ensure it is on a ‘level playing field’ with the existing business community. Recognizing this, the Town of Golden has approached the Chamber to help garner the input of the business community and ensure an inclusive community discussion about this matter.” Hamilton shared some of the positive and negative aspects which you may have heard surrounding this topic.

She explained that on the positive side mobile vendors could lead to more animation of events, street fairs and be a tourism attraction. She added there could be additional business opportunities for entrepreneurs which are very popular in other communities, and that this type of business could provide late night food eateries in Golden. On the negative side of the issue Hamilton said, “without strong guide lines of fees, locations, times, it could be perceived as unfair competition to ‘brick & mortar’ businesses in the community because they will not have the same costs associated with established businesses who pay property taxes, water, and sewer.”

The event is a joint initiative of the Town of Golden, Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Golden and Golden Area Initiatives with a goal to participate in a universal discussion about this business segment in the community. “The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce represents over 200 varied businesses in the community, and on topics of importance like the mobile vending licensing, we need to hear from the membership to give a fair representation of all businesses,” Hamilton said. As for why it would be beneficial for people to come out to the event Hamilton said, “The Town of Golden has given

the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Golden memberships and Golden Area Initiatives an opportunity to give guidance and feedback on an issue before a policy is drafted.” She added that the “Golden Café” will be small group round table discussions based on four questions supplied by the participating organizations. “These deliberations will be documented and presented to the Town of Golden. Participating and voicing your views at the ‘Golden Café’ may possibly influence the style, the locations, frequencies of parking, the license fees and hours of operation for the mobile venders licensing.”

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The 24th annual Golden and District Lions Club Duck Race was another great success this year. Volunteers came out to help make sure all of the ducks made it down the river to the waiting nets of the Golden Fire Department volunteers who were in the Kicking Horse River. First prize this year was won by Bob Finnie. For the first time ever there was a tie for second place. Ducks by Ray Olson and Will Cunningham both crossed the line at the same time. The booby prize for the last duck was won by Wendy Shanahan. Darryl Crane/Star Photo

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Important things to know for Halloween: Bats aren’t really scary! Juliet Craig Registered Professional Biologist with Silverwing Ecological Consulting. As Halloween approaches, bats with bloody teeth or scary green eyes become more common conjuring up images of blood-sucking, dirty, aggressive creatures. Educators trained by the Kootenay Community Bat Project (KCBP) are gearing up to dispel these myths to students in the Columbia Basin. “Bats are actually very shy, clean creatures” says Juliet Craig, Co-ordinating Biologist for the KCBP. “They are extremely beneficial in eating nocturnal flying insects including mosquitoes, and cycling nutrients from wetlands to upland forests”.

Craig trained a group of talented, keen educators last spring so they would have the tools and information to provide school programs on bats during Halloween. In partnership with Wild Voices for Kids, the educators will be offering free school programs to teach children about the amazing worlds of bats including their unique features, their role in ecosystems, and our local bat species. Students will get a virtual tour of bats from around the world, eavesdrop on their echolocation calls, and explore current issues in bat conservation. “Of the 16 species of bats in B.C., half of them are considered vulnerable or threatened and an additional species, the little brown myotis, has recently been

assessed for federal endangered status” says Craig. “Bats need all the help they can get including more positive press, and school programs can help do that.” The Kootenay Community Bat Project, which began in 2004, has just wrapped up another year of identifying local bat species, providing educational programs and workshops, and assisting landowners with bat issues. Funded by the Columbia Basin Trust, the KCBP has provided over 400 visits to local residents, and identified over 300 roost sites for seven bat species. In addition, with funding from the Public Conservation Assistance Fund, the KCBP is paying for bat-house materials for residents who would like to build a Bat educators ready to share their knowledge and bat-house this winter. enthusiasm for bats. Photo Submitted

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The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) and Black Press’ second annual Reach-AReader literacy awareness and fundraising campaigns held throughout the region were a “runaway success” say organizers. Volunteers throughout the Columbia Basin and Boundary region, from young hockey players to long-time literacy supporters, to Black Press and CBAL staff, worked together to raise funds for their local community literacy programs, trading newspapers for donations. “Once again this year we are grateful to all of the volunteers and people who donated to such a worthy cause,” said editor of the Golden Star, Darryl Crane.

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Locally the Community Literacy Co-ordinator for the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy in Golden, Monica De said, “The more funds we raise, the more programming we can offer people in Golden and the more literacy resources we can provide our learners with.” De explained that the funds raised last year were used for the One to One Children’s Reading Program. This year the funds will be used in a different way according to De. “Perhaps this year, we can use the funds for a ‘Guys Read’ program. Two of the local schools have talked about the benefits this kind of program would have in motivating boys in Grades 4 to 9 to read. Paul Kropp, author of ‘How to Make Your Child a Reader for Life’ stated that 30

per cent of children in Grade 4 - especially boys - begin losing interest in reading. Another decline in reading frequently begins in Grade 7 or 8. A program like ‘Guys Read’ could help boys in these age groups to become self-motivated, lifelong readers. “Kropp also recommends that parents can help prevent these reading slumps by continuing to read with their childen, talking about what their children are reading, buying books or magazines that their children are interested in, and keeping rules on computer/ TV time.” The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy has opened a Community Learning Place downtown beside Work BC (#218 - 421 9th Ave. N.) which is opened to all ages (birth to seniors). The place allows people

to drop in for free books, computer and internet access, help with computer skills, forms, resumes, tests, reading, writing, math, and more. The office hours are Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 a.m to noon. If people can’t make it during these hours, they can call 250-439-9665 to book another time to meet De also wanted to thank all of the volunters and people who made a donation. “I want to sincerely thank the Golden Star staff for organizing the Reach a Reader event, the Rockets for volunteering with enthusiasm to collect donations and the locals who donated for literacy! It’s amazing how much was given in just a couple of hours,” she said

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Golden gets ready for a night of sugary music at the Civic Centre Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar Big Sugar is once again on the road and coming to Golden for a live show on Oct. 24. Gordie Johnson recently took some time to talk about heading out on the road again with the band. “I woke up prepared for that. I can’t wait to do that,” he said. “We did a really extensive tour last year and the vibes from that tour are still resonating with the band. It was almost a year long family reunion party.” Getting back on the road has given Johnson a chance to reconnect with Big Sugar fans from across the country. “It is fantastic. It is the reason you do it. It is nice to make money but if I wanted to make money I wouldn’t have started a career in music. There couldn’t be a harder way to make money. The only reason to do it is for the love of it and when the audience feels that and responds to it, it grows from there,” he said. Working with other artists as both a performer and producer has also kept Johnson busy over the years. “It is really inspiring because I get to be around the artists when the flame is burning its brightest. They are creating a new record and they are making a new creative statement. I get to stand in that light and heat for a little while. It is rejuvenating for me as well.” Johnson said the band is always looking towards what they are going to be doing next. “Big Sugar is not a band that is going to sit still and just coast on our past successes. We always want to create new stuff and do new things,” he said. As a special treat for fans of the band, and the band members themselves, reggae legend Willie Williams will be performing with them on the tour. “We were all huge fans of his music. We linked up with him and recorded a song called ‘No Guns’ and we are just thrilled to have him come out with us,” Johnson said. He added that having one of his personal heroes on tour with him is a thrill he would have never thought possible. “You know you are doing something right when your heroes Gordie Johnson is getting ready to once again hit the roads of Canada with Big Sugar. give you their blessing,” he said.

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Getting Into The Sun on an entertaining night with David Myles Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net On Nov. 3 David Myles will bring his own brand of a great live performance to the stage at the Golden Civic Centre. Nominated for Entertainer of the Year at this year’s ECMAs in November, Myles unabashed joy at being on stage is infectious. With a strong mix of great songs and a tendency to entertain audiences with his humourous anecdotes Myles has won many fans. Myles will be in Golden after his 17-stop tour pf Saskatchewan promoting his latest album Into The Sun. Myles is sure to have audiences on their feet with his warm and engaging stage show that has been enjoyed by all ages around the globe. Into The Sun is a blend of musical influences with everything from hip-hop, to opera, to Brazilian and African music. The album showcases David’s award-winning songwriting. To get your ticket for the show drop by The Art Gallery of Golden. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. For more information check out www.kickDavid Myles will be playing a show at the Golden Civic Centre on Nov. 3. inghorseculture.ca/live-kicks/

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combination of alternative-country, gypsy-circus music to Golden. They play a highenergy cabaret spin on dreamy old musical styles, adding big juicy modern flavours. This tour is part of a larger set of tours to celebrate the release of their new album, Strong Man vs. Russian Bears. The third album to be released since the band’s inception on January 1, 2005, Strong Man vs. Russian Bears reflects the pure, raw energy of their live show more than their previous albums.

“We wanted to make something that people can take home from our shows and have it really remind them of what they saw. We’re really proud of our live show, we really wanted to try and capture it,” said Jenny Red, the band’s saxophone player since 2010.With more than 400 shows under their belt both in Canada and the United Kingdom and appearances at dozens of festivals including Glastonbury Festival in Glastonbury, England, Frostbite Festival in Whitehorse, Robson Valley Music

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Festival and Arts Wells Festival of all things art, Blackberry Wood has been kicking up a storm almost everywhere they go. “Making a party is our goal. We like for everybody to have fun,” said Red. The live performance is unlike anything you could imagine as the band brings their own unique sound and style to the stage where ever they go. They’re playing at the Rockwater Grill and Bar on Friday Oct. 19. To learn more about them go to www.black-

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Books. Both men have had a long history of playing memorable live shows throughout their career. Son of a civil rights lawyer and a fiddle player, MacLean was in his early teens when he started playing harmonica and washboard in coffeehouses and festivals. This was long before he was appearing on radio and television variety shows. In 1972 he formed a duo with another young musician, Colin Linden, and became a frequent and popular opener for Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee, Muddy Waters, and John Hammond. In his travels Doc met and became friends with many older musicians including Son House, Tampa Red, ‘Sippi Wallace, Yank Rachel, Robert Pete Williams, Rev Robert Wilkins and Bukka White.

For nearly four decades Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States and Europe. His performances are filled with a rich tradition of country blues, as well as his own contemporary songs infused with with and a large dose of humour. Originally from Detroit, Davis grew up listening to a prolific mix of rhythm and blues. He later moved to California with his family, and then in 1968 left for Canada. The tour is a one time pairing of two of Canada’s best known and most travelled blues storytellers and entertainers. To get one of the limited tickets for the show and find out more information drop by Bacchus Books at 409 9 Avenue North in Golden.

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A night out to kick back and enjoy the movies in Golden Pictured are Kicking Horse Culture volunteers Christine Bernier, Mandy Cantle, Marie Helene Bergeron, Sheila Blackburn, and Larry Lindequist, who all helped out on the first night of FILM Kicks. The four films which are going to be shown after Christmas have not been decided on as of yet. As soon as a decision is made the information will be posted on the kicking Horse Culture website. Darryl Crane/Star Photo

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$395 Ends October 31, 2012 For info and online registration visit www.GKHAT.ca or please contact Mark Baxendale 250 344 2365 email mark@can-brit.com. Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net FILM Kicks started off another great season of movies on Oct. 11 with the showing of Monsieur Lazhar. A number of volunteers chipped in to make sure people got the tickets for the movie. The second movie, which will be shown on Nov. 18, will be Marley. This movie will be shown starting at 2 p.m. The new documentary is a film by Director Kevin Macdonald, who won an Academy Award in 2000 for One Day in September. The documentary Marley looks at the life and legend of Bob Marley, and was made with the support of the

Marley family. The film features rare footage, performances and interviews with the people that knew the legend best. Bob Marley has to this day a universal appeal which had a great deal of impact, not only on music history, but also as a social and political prophet. Marley is the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international superstardom. The film not only shows rare footage but also has many great songs which come up throughout the film. Marley’s passing in May 1981 was only the beginning for a fan base which has continued to grow over the past 30 years.

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Golden’s Grade 8 classes take part in CBT’s watershed program Rachel Lucas Columbia Basin Trust Students from Golden’s three Grade 8 classes spent a day travelling

around the town and area in order to learn first-hand where their water comes from, where it goes after it’s used, and how important it is to

2012 Annual Poppy Blitz The members of various youth groups will be going door to door distributing poppies in Branch #122's Annual Poppy Blitz. Date: Saturday Oct 27 Time: Starting at 10:00 AM Poppy trays will be distributed on Friday October 26, 2012 BC Yukon Command will be launching a new mobile giving initiative- which means British Columbians will be able to donate $5 each time they text “POPPY” on their mobile phone. From October 28 to November 30, 2012 text the word “POPPY” to 20222. You will receive a reply to confirm your donation. The $5 is charged to your cellular phone bill Does your club need a meeting place? Call 250-344 -6214 Tuesdays - Free Pool Fridays - -Meat Draw - 5:30 - Karaoke - 9:00 Saturdays - Meat Draw - 5:00 All members and Bona Fide Guests Welcome

look after water and keep watersheds healthy. The field trip was part of Know Your Watershed, a water stewardship program developed by Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) and local environmental educators. The students toured the town’s water facilities, learning how water gets from underground aquifers to Golden’s homes and businesses, then what happens to the used water before it flows back into the Columbia River. The day included stops at a well near Alexander Park Elementary School, the town’s water reservoirs near the sports fields and the waste water treatment facility. The students also visited North Hospital Creek to perform water quality tests of their own, plus discover what organisms live in the creek and what they tell about the health of the creek. “A huge thank you to the Town of Golden, especially Al Taylor, Water Systems Operator, who led us on our tour of the municipal water facilities; not only is he knowledgeable, but also able to convey the information to the students in a relevant and engaging way,” said Sanne van der Ros,

Grade 8 students from Golden Secondary School test the water and find organisms at North Hospital Creek. Photo submitted Know Your Watershed educator. “We also want to thank the volunteers who came out to help, who shared great knowledge and enthusiasm for water and healthy watersheds.” The students learned many fascinating facts, such as: Golden is one of the few B.C. communities that doesn’t need to add chlorine to its drinking water, as it already

meets health standards; Town staff sample the water 307 times a year to make sure it continues to meet standards; Under the town, there are 39 kilometres of pipes for clean water, plus 36 km of pipes for sewage; if laid end to end down the valley, these would lead from Golden all the way past Parson and back; Golden residents and businesses collectively use an average of four

swimming pools of water per day. “It’s important to actively engage youth in water issues in the Basin,” said Rick Allen, CBT Program Manager, Water and Environment. “Through Know Your Watershed, students are learning the important role water plays in our lives.” The Know Your Watershed program includes two classroom sessions

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and a full-day field trip that increase students’ knowledge and awareness of their watershed and water-related issues in their community. Students are also encouraged to take part in a local water action project that expands on the classroom and fieldtrip learning. To learn more about Know Your Watershed, visit www.cbt.org/waterstewardship.

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Bantam Hockey in Golden

Golden Rams Bantam players took to the ice at the arena in Golden to take part in a tier tournament. Picture above left is Annah Setter skating away after a solid bodycheck was given to her opponent. (Above right top) Dylan Rintoul makes a great save while (directly above right) Jake Gudjonson (8) and TJ Routley (18) celebrate a goal. Darryl Crane/Star Photo

Rockets become road warriors during three game trip Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net The Golden Rockets started a three-game road trip with a 4-2 loss against the Princeton Posse. The Posse were led by Kaleb Boyle who netted two goals on the night and Eric Kubis who had two assists. The Rockets top line scored the team’s only two goals of the night with Keith Wake and Connor Beauchemin both scoring once.

Former Rockets forward Lane Erickson, who now plays for the Posse, also had one assist in a game. The Rockets played their next road game on Oct. 13 against the Osoyoos Coyotes. The offence was firing on all cylinders in the second game of the weekend as Rockets won a high-scoring affair against the Osoyoos Coyotes. The Coyotes scored the first goal of the evening but the Rockets tied things up little over a minute later on a power-play goal

by Jacob Bergeron. The Rockets would then go on to score four more goals in three and a half minutes to take a commanding lead in the game. The Coyotes battled back to make things close going into the third, but four more goals late in the third sealed a 9-4 win for the Rockets. Rockets forward Connor Beauchemin was named first star on the night after a five point outburst. Keith Wake and Blake Roney both had two goals and two assists in the game

while Bergeron had a three-point night. The Rockets ended the weekend with a 3-1 win against the Penticton Lakers on Oct. 14. The team was backstopped by goalie James Leonard, who made 32 of 33 saves during the afternoon game. Beauchemin continued his strong weekend with another goal and assist. Josh Jewell and Carson George also scored for the Rockets in the game. The Rockets next home game will be on Oct. 20 when the Posse comes to town.

Golden Rockets VS. Creston Valley Thunder Cats Friday, Oct. 26th in Golden

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Above left are volunteers and members of the Golden Snowmobile Club who worked hard during the spring and summer to get trails ready for the upcoming season. The cabin the club uses (above right) was also worked on to fix some damage from last year. Photos submitted

Getting ready for a fun winter with the Golden Snowmobile Club Kim Roebuck & Aaron Bernasconi Golden Snowmobile Club The Golden Snowmobile Club would like to thank its many volunteers in recent weeks. With winter just around the corner the Golden Snowmobile Club and Trail Society have seemingly endless preparation tasks getting ticked off the list.

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In the past few months we have completed three new bridges accessing Quartz Creek that were lost in the run off last spring. Construction has also begun in recent weeks on the new West Bench Trail connecting Gorman Lake Trail to the Quartz Creek parking lot. This will be a great asset for the town giving opportunity for long groomed family trail rides! Quartz Creek has also undergone one of the largest clean-ups to date. From the parking lot to the alpine bowls volunteers col-

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OSSA Confined Space Entry Accredited by Fusion Safety Services Inc. November 27 This 6 hour course will provide your staff with knowledge and experience on how to work safely in a confined space. Confined Space Entry and Monitor is a combined one-day course and will teach participants basic knowledge and proficiency with respect to confined space entry procedures, legislation and the related Regional Code of Practice. Additionally participants will be taught knowledge and proficiency in performing the required duties of a Confined Space Monitor.

OSSA Fall Protection Accredited by Fall Protection Group November 26 The one day - 8 hour Industrial / Commercial End-User Fall Protection Program will allow you to understand the use of fall protection, as it relates to the work you perform at height. This course is an OSSA certified course through Fall Protection Group.

Enform H2S Alive Hydrogen Sulphide Training November 28 This 8 hour (one-day) training course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge for all workers to protect themselves in an environment where there is a hydrogen sulphide (H2S) also known as sour gas hazard. After group discussion of theory and review, practice and being observed performing various different tasks involved in using rescue techniques and breathing; gas detector devices and tubes and breathing equipment, students will individually write a closed-book multiple exam The topics of instruction include the physical properties and health hazards of H2S, and how to protect themselves and others against the hazards present. In addition, each participant is required to operate and learn maintenance and inspection of a self– contained breathing apparatus, various gas detection monitors, detector tube device, and perform rescue breathing. Students will also be taught and required to perform proper rescue techniques. This course involves both theory and practical exercises and examinations. In conformance with the standards set by the Enform, Legislative Standards and regulations, Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation and industry best practices. Course Series: $729.00 Funding may be available. Please contact the College.

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lected years of garbage. We were pleasantly surprised, as one would expect more from the sheer volume of riders. Cabin upkeep was done due to some damage from last season’s snow loads, and future precautions were implemented. With only a few things left on the list we are very excited for snow and lots of it! See you on the trails!

Second season scoring punch Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net After seven games, second year Golden Rockets forward Connor Beauchemin, is leading the team in scoring this season. Beauchemin started the year on a torrid scoring pace, netting a hat trick against the Kimberley Dynamiters on Sept. 28. “It felt good. It was my second one in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. It felt pretty nice,” he said. The 18-year-old said he has been enjoying the productive start to the year with his teammates. “It has been one of my best seasons so far. I am trying to be a leader and have been scoring and getting assists,“ he said. He has also enjoyed his time on the Rockets’ top line. “I like it a lot. I think we all have our own type of game. (Keith) Wake is a tough grinder and passer. (Blake) Roney is just an all around good player and then I am a speed guy,” he said. Beauchemin has been working hard both on and off the ice which has helped him this season. “I practice a lot of net drives and gained some weight this summer. It has helped me a lot,” he said. Over the past couple of weeks the Rockets have been winning more games than earlier in the season. Beauchemin thinks there are a number of factors leading to the team’s better play. “I think we are getting it together. We have two great goalies now and our defence is playing stronger. The offence is better than ever,” he said. Having the strong goalies has added to Beauchemin’s confidence on the ice. “When I see them (another team) going down on a 2-1, I have confidence that Danny (Todosychuk) or ( James) Leonard will save the puck.” Beauchemin is hoping to get more than 70 points and win the championship this season. “We have the team to do it,” he said.

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Leaving a beautiful legacy Ian Robinson recently donated a beautiful mosaic to the Nordic Club in honour of his late wife Pierrette. This mosaics was designed and started by Pierrette; but she was unable to finish due to her illness. Her family, husband Ian, and children Jeffrey and Lindsey, along with her good friend Donna Williams recently completed the mosaic . It will be mounted up at the new Dawn Mountain Nordic Chalet for all to enjoy. Pierrette and Donna are the talent behind the lovely mosaics that beautify our town sidewalks and pathways. Photo submitted

Open fires permitted across Southeast Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Effective at noon on Oct. 15, campfires and all open fires will be permitted across the Southeast Fire Centre’s jurisdiction. This has happened due to a decreased risk of wildfires. Anyone lighting a Category three fire must first obtain a burn registration number by calling 1-888-7971717 and must comply with air quality control legislation. A Category 3 fire is a fire that burns: material piled more than two metres in height or three metres in width or stubble or grass over more

than 2,000 square metres; or more than two piles of any size. A person who lights a fire must have sufficient personnel, water and tools on hand to stop the fire from escaping. The rescinding of this prohibition now applies to all British Columbia Parks, Crown and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local governments that have forest fire prevention bylaws and are serviced by a fire department. Please check with civic authorities for any restrictions before lighting a fire. The Southeast Fire Centre extends from the U.S. border in the

south to Mica Dam in the north and from the Okanagan Highlands and Monashee Mountains in the west to the B.C.Alberta border in the east. This includes the Selkirk and Rocky Mountain districts. Report a wildfire or unattended campfire by calling 1 800 6635555 toll-free or *5555 on a cellphone. For the latest information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, go to www. bcwildfire.ca. You can also followthe latest wildfire news on Facebook http://facebook.com/BCForestFireInfo.

Graduation requirements under review Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net The British Columbia Ministry of Education is seeking input from around the province to develop recommendations for new graduation requirements. The Rocky Mountain School District #6 is holding a special community forum to start the dialogue on Nov. 6 at the Invermere Board Office at 7 p.m., and they are inviting students, parents, educators, employers, postsecondary partners, civic leader and others to join in the conversation. This session is one of many being held this fall around the province, and will include facilitated group discussion focussed on getting feedback to five key questions: What do you think are the core or essential things all students should know, understand and be able to do by the time they leave secondary school? Beyond the core, how could pathways for choice or

exploration be provided? Research is underway with a focus on the following five cross-curricular competencies (communication, critical thinking, creative thinking and innovation, personal responsibility and well being, and social responsibility). How do you think students could demonstrate these competencies? How could student learning be communicated to students, parents/guardians, and post secondary institutions and employers? How would you design an awards program to recognize student success in a personalized learning environment? If you would like to attend the session, please RSVP to Judy Palmer (judy.palmer@sd6.bc.ca, or 250342-9243) by Oct. 31. If you are unable to attend, but would still like to give your feedback, you are invited to complete the survey online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WN6Y6TM.

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Courses for the Oil College of the Rockies Golden Campus is partnering with AIP Safety Ltd. (Calgary) to offer the courses for employment for the Oil Patch and Oil Sands. The courses will be offered the week of November 26 to 30th, 2012. Please see the specific dates below. For specifics on the curriculum please call or drop by the college for this information. 250-344-5901 Confined Space Awareness and Entry Level II - November 29 This 8 hour program will provide your employees, supervisors and management with knowledge and experience on the hazards of working in and around confined spaces. The objective of this training is to ensure participants demonstrate and understand the importance of proper safe confined space management whenever they are involved with or exposed to confined spaces in a workplace. In addition to a classroom session which discusses the theory of proper confined space work, students will also perform a series of practical exercises using our confined space training vessel.

Fall Protection - November 30 This half – day (4 hour) training course is consistent with CSA Guidelines, Fall-Arrest Systems Practical Essentials as well as relevant regulations and legislation within the province. This program that is designed to give active users a thorough understanding of fall protection systems including fall arrest systems and work positioning systems that are available in industries today. This course will ensure that the student is well versed in dealing with fall hazards and provide hands on experience with different types of fall protection equipment.

Enform H2S Alive - Hydrogen Sulphide Training. – November 28 This 8 hour (one-day) training course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge for all workers to protect themselves in an environment where there is a hydrogen sulphide (H2S) also known as sour gas hazard. After group discussion of theory and review, practice and being observed performing various different tasks involved in using rescue techniques and breathing; gas detector devices and tubes and breathing equipment, students will individually write a closed-book multiple exam The topics of instruction include the physical properties and health hazards of H2S, and how to protect themselves and others against the hazards present. In addition, each participant is required to operate and learn maintenance and inspection of a self–contained breathing apparatus, various gas detection monitors, detector tube device, and perform rescue breathing. Students will also be taught and required to perform proper rescue techniques. This course involves both theory and practical exercises and examinations. In conformance with the standards set by the Enform, Legislative Standards and regulations, Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation and industry best practices Topics of instruction will include:

Course Series costs: $695.00 Funding may be available. Please contact the College.

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A place for beautiful photography at Kat Hadford Photography studio Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Kat Hadford, Golden’s newest photographer, has just opened her brand new studio and is having a Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday Oct. 20. Originally from New Jersey, Hadford came to Canada with her husband six years ago to raise their family in his hometown of Lillooet. They made the move to Golden in July when he was offered a job at the hospital. “It’s funny how life has taken me from the New York City area, to Lillooet, and now I find Golden a really good size,” said Hadford. “Golden seems like a thriving metropolis compared to Lillooet, it’s twice the size at least.” It was in Lillooet where Hadford took her passion for photography and turned it into a business. She started taking photography jobs part time from a studio in her home while she was working part time at the hospital. “I eventually got busy enough that I could stop working at the hospital and just focus on that,” she said. With three young children, working out of her home was a perfect situation. But now Hadford is ready to focus more on her business, so she opened up a studio on 10th Avenue South. “It’s nice to leave the house, and I found that working from home you don’t delineate the work time and family time very well. Now I can get the kids taken care of, and come here and focus more

on the work. I’m really excited about that.” A primarily self-taught photographer, Hadford focuses mainly on portraits and weddings. “In Lillooet I got to work with a lot of little kids and I love that, so I’m excited to have that the focus of my business here,” she said. “Kids are challenging, but I love them and I have three young ones at home so I have a bag full of tricks.” Quite often Hadford sees parents leave her studio frustrated and disappointed because their children were not being as cooperative as they could have been. “So many times parents leave feeling exhausted and not knowing what to expect. But then they see the proofs and they’re just shocked that something great came out of it. You don’t need 40 happy smiley shots of your kid. You need that one shot that you’re going to love and want to look at every day. So usually I can pull something out.” she said. “That’s part of why I love photographing kids, because it is such a challenge. You really don’t know what to expect, and it is so rewarding when you get something when you weren’t really sure. To get something that everyone is thrilled with is really nice for me.” The Grand Opening for Kat Hadford Photography at 828 10th Ave. S. (Unit G) will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be an opportunity for people to come in and meet Hadford and take a look at her work. There will also be door prizes and exclusive Kat Hadford stands in her new photography studio on 10th Avenue South. discounts for attendees. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo

The little shop that continues to grow and serve residents in Nicholson Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The only little corner shop in Nicholson has become somewhat of a community landmark. Officially called South Side Grocery, the Nicholson store has been around for about 50 years, with the past eight under the ownership of Mike and Sandra Mills. “We were here visiting my parents, and we thought it was a good store,” said Mike, who grew up in the area. He and Sandra had met in Edmonton when she was going to cooking school, and then moved up to Fort Nelson. They had just had a little girl, and decided it was time to leave Fort Nelson, so they bought the store. “It was a little run down when we bought it,” said Sandra. Over the years the Mills have made some changes, the most recent of which was adding the cafe area last year. “We also just changed the coffee to Oso Negro out of Nelson, and that’s been great,” said Mike. Previously they had been brewing Van Houte. “It’s unbelievable how people have responded to it. There’s one young guy in town, and he brings his buddies out here all the time for coffee. They come out just for a coffee. It’s been really good, and we’ve been selling it by the bag

as well,” said Sandra. The store, which has a bit of everything, sells a selection of groceries and household items, fireworks, gas, homemade food, and a bit of hockey memorabilia such as jerseys and hats. Sandra makes all the homemade food, but lately has been getting a bit of help. “Our oldest, she’s eight years old, and she has started making cookies for the store. She told me the other day that she wants to open a pastry shop when she’s older. She has two different recipes that she can do completely on her own,” said Sandra. The community in Nicholson has been very supportive of the store, and the Mills especially enjoy being part of community events. They hosted a Family Fun Night to raise money for the Make a Wish Foundation, and are looking forward to Halloween. “We do pumpkin carving with the school (Nicholson Elementary) every year,” said Mike. “We donate all the pumpkins, they carve them, and then bring them here.” “We love it here. I love Golden too, but out here, the community is just so great. We just did a Fun Night where we raised money, and to see all the people show up for that was great,” said Sandra. “It’s amazing the amount of people

Sandra and Mike Mills play with their three dogs in front of their store in Nicholson. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo who could go to town and get things cheaper, but choose to support us all the time. We really notice that.” The Nicholson store is located next to Nichol-

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Paul Hambruch Paul Hambruch passed away at the Golden & District General Hospital on Monday, October 8th, 2012 at the age of 85 years. A Memorial Service was held at the Golden Senior’s Center on Friday afternoon, October 12th with family and friends of¿ciating. Paul was born in Frankfurt, Germany on April 6, 1927 and moved to Brisco in 1953. In 1992 he moved from Brisco to Golden. He was devoted to his family, did whatever job needed to be done to the best of his ability, and was a tireless community volunteer. Paul was predeceased by his parents and one brother HansGeorge Hambruch. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ingrid of Golden; two children: Sabine (Garry) Habart of Golden and Christoph (Terri) Hambruch of Golden; six grandchildren: Christine (Bill) Simpson, Annita (Charles) Furzer, Anthony, Shylo, Kyla (Josh) Turner and Wudassie; six great grandchildren: Devony, Mackenna, Juliana, Sylvie, Elora and Emily and one sister Erika (Gustav) Schuster of Germany. “The world is less without him and a better place because of him.” Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Paul’s obituary at www.hindmanbowersfuneralhome.com. Cremation arrangements were in the care of Hindman Bowers Funeral Home, Golden.

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Thank You We’d like to thank everyone for the kindness expressed in the loss of Husband and Father Henry Gosselin. To Dr. Larson Soles, Dawn, Tannis, Jen, Jillian, Kathy, Kim, and all the nurses, too many to mention, who took care of him. A heartfelt thank you to Nancy Faulkner for all you’ve done for us, we are forever grateful to have a friend like you in our lives. Also to Paulette Bertrand for the loving care you showed my dad while he was in the hospital. Special thanks to Gary Sulz and Nina Higginson of Hindman Bowers Funeral Home for your guidance, graveside prayers, and comforting words. Yvonne and Cecile Gosselin

Thank you! Dr. Virginia Clark A heartfelt thank you for your much appreciated compassionate care of our husband and father, George Peter Faltus during his incredibly challenging journey, as he would say, “through the eye of the needle.” May you and the staff, doctors and the many nurses of the Golden General Hospital, who joined in the care for George, experience God’s richest blessings. The Faltus Family

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Carpentry/ Woodwork MASTERS CARPENTRY All types of renovations, kitchens and baths, interiors and exteriors. Electrical, plumbing and drywall. We do it all. Good work, good rates. 250-4278037

Electrical AERIAL CONTRACTORS LTD. Power line systems built to BC Hydro standards. EC# 19806. 1-800-661-7622.

Misc Services GOLDEN JUNK Your full service Junk Removal company. We will pick up and dispose of any Junk you have. You don’t even need to take it to the curb! Call Eddie for a FREE quote. Infinity’s Window Cleaning; Disc Golf; 2 Acreages for sale on North Bench. Call 250-348-2351

Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD for sale. Call 250-344-7677.

Furniture Twin bed - bookcase headboard - Simmons Beautysleep mattress & boxspring. Exc. cond. $200. 250-344-6253

Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com International TD92 Bulldozer about same size as Cat D4, Perfect for acreage. 6 cyl, turbo diesel, in good shape for older machine. $4700 OBO. 250-344-6532.

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Rentals Acreage Grazing /Farm land available for lease. Approx. 200 acres south of Golden on Highway 95. Telephone 250-344-6710.

Apt/Condo for Rent 3 Bdr. Apt close to Lady Grey school. Newly renovated. Avail now. $850/mth. 250-344-8205 or 344-0725 AKISKINOOK resort - 1 bdrm fully furnished condo, indoor pool, hot tub. $725/ month includes cable. Call 403-281-3991

LARGE Newly reno’d 1 and 2 bdrm apt. N/S, no pets, no parties, laundry facilities. Walking distance to all amen. Util inc.DD req. $750/$850 (1-250)344-0780 Twin Rivers - 2 bdrm apts. No parties, N/S, no pets. Laundry facilities, Security doors. Best Deal in Town! 250-344-8113. Two Bdr apt available now. Non smoking. Age 55+ apartment building. Call Laura 250-344-6233.

Apartment Furnished 1&2 bdr. furnished suites. Utilities included. Close to amenities. No pets, parties. DD. Internet available. 250-344-8429, or 344-0604.

Commercial/ Industrial Golden COMMERCIAL BUILDING 3100 sq. ft. of Retail Space Located DOWNTOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-344-6710

Duplex / 4 Plex Newer 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath half duplex with garage, balcony, propane fireplace. Appliances including dishwasher. $1495/month plus utilities. No pets, no parties. Long term mature reliable tenants preferred. Damage Deposit and references required. Please telephone 250-344-6710.

Misc for Rent In Golden; 1100 sq. ft Basement Suite. Util, w/d incl. $900/mth. Avail Aug 1. Also shared accom avail immediately. $450 all incl. 403-820-0785.

2 Bdr lower suite for rent, Fridge & stove incl., laundry rm, w/d hookups. For more info, call Chuck 250-344-1064 2 Bedroom house on acreage at Castledale on Hwy 95, south of Golden. $825/month plus utilities. No parties, no illegal activities. Long term mature reliable tenants preferred. References and Damage Deposit required. Please telephone 250-344-6710. 2 Bedroom renovated older house, downtown Golden. No pets or parties. References and Damage Deposit required. Long-term preferred. $950/mth + utilities. Located on a large commercial lot and is suitable for business use also. Telephone 250-344-6710. 3 bdr, 2 bath home in the Blaeberry. High speed internet & Sat TV available. Wood & electric heat, large yard, room for horses & dogs. Seasonal or long term. $850/mth. Available now. 250-344-5888. 3 Bdr, 2 Bath house with electric heat. $1000/mth + utilities. Heated detached garage. References, NP, NS, long term, adults only. 250-344-6234 3 Bdr house (Av. Nov 1) + 2 Bdr bsmt (Av. immed.) 1116 12 St. Appliances incl., references required. 2 Bdr ground level suite (Av. immed.) 1112 12 St. Appliances incl., references required. 250-344-5626

4 Bdr fully furnished house for rent in town. $1800/mth $1500 DD. Hot tub & utilities incl. No pets. 250-344-1324 or 250290-2042 4 Bdrm trailer and 3 Bdrm house in town. Walking distance to all amenities. Avail. immed. 250-344-5450. 5 Bdr 2 Bath house on 2 levels in Golden. Large yard. Long term preferred. Damage Deposit and References required. $1495/mth + utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710. Beautiful mountain home for rent. 5 Bdr, 3 bath. Spacious deck and yard. Large shed/workshop. For more info visit www.goldenhome.me or call 250-439-8099 For Rent - 716 8th Street Main floor 3 Bdr, 1 1/2 Bath, f/p in living rm, laundry rm downstairs, electric heat, carport, mature tenant, no pets. $1100/mth, DD $600. Call 250-344-5508 Fully furnished 2 Bdr with carport on private acreage, 7km south of Golden. Fabulous view of the valley. All util & snow removal incl. Avail Nov 1 to April 30. Dates are flexible. Rental contract @ $1200/mth, based on 2 occupants. 250-344-2422. Email wind@persona.ca Immaculate house in great neighbourhood. Beautifully renovated throughout w/tile & hardwood - sunny kitchen & open living rm. 2 Bdrs on main (1 w/ensuite) plus fully renovated bsmt, 1 bdr & full bath, large family rm w/storage. Incl w/d, large fenced yard. N/S, no pets. $1400/mth with 12 mth lease. 250-344-1517 or stevechenoa@telus.net Spacious 4 Bdr on large lot, Horse Creek area, wood stove, $850/mth + util. Pets ok. Call Herman 250-919-5597

Shared Accommodation 1 bdrm avail in bright, 2 bdrm, downtown apartment. Close to all amenities. $425 incl heat, power, internet. Avail immed. 1-250-608-0527, 1-250-2267277.

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Suites, Lower 2 Bdr Apt bottom floor, 1 step, downtown. No pets, dishwasher, w/d hookup. Very clean, excellent condition. $725. Avail Sept 1. 250-344-0222. 2 Bdr. basement suite. No pets, no parties, N/S. Laundry facilities. Available Oct 1. 250-344-0604 Great spacious bright 1 Bdr basement suite. Fully or partially furnished, separate entrance. Full kitchen with large eating area, big living area with large windows & beautiful views of river and mountains. Minutes to town. Parking, laundry. $700 incl utils. and TV. DD required. N/S, No pets. 1-250-826-1696.

Suites, Upper 1 Bdrm bright, clean fully furnished suite for rent. Hot tub & util. incl. $900/mth, $800 DD. No pets. 250-344-1324 or 250290-2042 1 Bdr partially furnished bachelor suite. Main floor. 5 mins. south of town. Mature person or couple, N/S, no pets, no parties. Avail Nov 1. 250-344-2695. 2 Bdr partially furnished. 5 mins south. $700/mth. No pets. Refs required. 250-344-2417. Bachelor suite, upper floor, balcony. Hydro, heat & Wifi incl. N/S, DD, no parties, no pets. $600 / 1 person or $650 / 2 persons. Avail. Oct 1. Call 250-344-2443 or 250-348-2591 Two Bedroom walk-out suite with garage FOR RENT. Furnished $1100 (all incl.) Across from Nicholson school. NS/NP Call Evelyn at 250-344-1372.

Townhouses 3 BDR 2 bath Townhouse. Balcony & propane fireplace. Appliances incl. dishwasher. Family preferred. References & Damage Deposit. $1495/month plus utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710.

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Trucks & Vans 2002 GMC Sierra p/u 4x4 w/canopy, ex. cond., asking $8000. 250-340-0003 or 250-344-1079 For Sale: 2007 Green Dodge Caravan. Remote start, 2 sets of tires, new brakes, very good cond. 130,000Km. $7500. Ph: 250-344-6459 or 250-344-8311

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4 bedrooms

3 baths

$292,000

2,216sqft

2 bedrooms

3 bedrooms 2 bath 2,400sqft 5.38 acres

$365,000

$349,900

1402 Birch Crescent

3 bedrooms

2 baths

1,536sqft

$29,900

4 bedrooms

3 baths

$269,000

3.74 acres

2,123sqft

4 bedrooms

2 baths

from $169,600

REDUCED to $179,600

REDUCED $339,900

5.9 acres

4 bedrooms

3 baths

REDUCED

$265,000

1,600sqft

1 bath

1,464sqft

from $49,500 to $93,500 Canyon Ridge

2,430sqft

$649,000

1513 Cedar Street 5 bedrooms

25 Lots Available

$157,000

3.5 baths

$19,900

REDUCED

$19,900 2 bedrooms

$249,000

$599,000

718 - 10th Street

151 acres

2 bedrooms

REDUCED $699,000 4057 Highway #95, South 4bdrms 1 bath 2,480sqft

3,630sqft

#58 Kicking Horse Village MHP

2975 Allen Road

515 - 5th Street 4 bedrooms

1113 - 11th Street 1 acre

$319,900 1,170sqft

$95,000

Highway #95, South

2,460sqft

2204 Holmes Deakin Road 3bdrms 1 bath

REDUCED

$429,900

“Side A” 1215 Alexander Drive

2 bedrooms

2,578sqft

$355,200

4bdrms 1 bath 2,500sqft 3.68 acres

Imler Road

3 baths

2,200sqft

3 bedrooms

3 Acreages Available

1269 Horse Creek Road

2 baths

1121 Horse Creek Road

3 bedrooms

4bdrms

4 bedrooms

$29,900

#101 Kicking Horse Village MHP

$329,900

711 - 8th Street

#28 Kicking Horse Village MHP

714 Kostiuk Road

3 baths

$259,000

$399,000

4bdrms 1.5 baths 2,880sqft 1.73 acres

1435 Birch Crescent

5 acres

$127,000

407 Riverglen Drive

2 baths

2,230sqft

1416 Deere Ridge Road

#58 Kicking Horse Village MHP

4 bedrooms

2.5 baths

1213 Golden Donald Upper Road

$349,900

$319,600

3bdrm

1556 Quartz Crescent

$306,000 3 bedrooms

$319,900 1871 Blaeberry Road

6 bedrooms

2.7 acres

809 - 13th Street

1309 Stoney Lane 2,700sqft

1 bath

$139,900

$429,900 3 bedrooms

2bdrms

Dan Veselic (250) 344-1435

$250,000 606 - 12th Street

$199,900 3075 Imler Road

Barry Klassen (250) 344-0262

#3, 1248 Campbell Road 7 acres

1305 Stoney Lane

4bdrms 2 baths 3,438sqft 14.22 acres

$257,000 915-12th Street 5 bedrooms

1567 Campbell Road 1bdrm

.6 acre

Bob Tegart (250) 272-4321

$695,000

$55,000

$34,900 #5 Golden Mobile Home Park

NEW

Marlon Chambers (250) 344-0735

1741 Seward Frontage Road

1564 Quartz Crescent .289 acre

1541 Quartz Crescent

Flec Demmon (250) 344-8451

143 acres

$367,000

2 baths

1,146sqft

$169,900 2757 Big Bend Highway 2bdrms

1 bath

800sqft

.43 acre

$599,900

551 Highway #95, South

1608 Gareb Road

2267 Neville Road

965 Oster Road

6bdrms 4 baths 4,056sqft 3.19 acres

71’ x 180’

4bdrms 2 baths 2,037sqft 5.7 acres

4 bedrooms 3 baths 3,600sqft 3.7 acres

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