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Health Minister visits Princeton General Hospital After receiving an invitation during UBCM, Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid stops in Princeton for a tour and visit at PGH Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid took a tour of Princeton General Hospital last Thursday. She was extended an invitation from Mayor and Council of the Town of Princeton as well as members of the Stakeholders group during their visit with her at UBCM. During her visit, Minister MacDiarmid met with members of the Stakeholders group, Mayor Frank Armitage, local doctors and representatives from Interior Health for a meeting to discuss the hospital situation. During a telephone interview with the Spotlight, Minister MacDiarmid said that there is a tremendous amount of work already being done towards resolving the issues facing rural B.C. hospitals. “There are initiatives in place already,” she said. The new regulations for nurse practitioners allowing them to admit and discharge patients from hospitals is the latest initiative that the ministry believes will assist rural and remote areas of B.C. (See “New Regulations” page 4 of this edition) Minister MacDiarmid is impressed with how members of the community have “stepped up” to help. Although she would have loved to give a date for Princeton Emergency Room opening 24/7, “it is difficult to give a time frame when we still have the issues of doctor and nurse availability,” she said.
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Passengers load up on Wednesday’s 2:40 p.m. bus out of Penticton. The mid-afternoon run is one that Greyhound is proposing to eliminate to reduce its $14-million annual loss in B.C.
Greyhound applies to reduce services Joe Fries Penticton Western News
A silver lining on the proposed reduction in Greyhound Canada trip frequencies could be the new opportunities it might create for competition in public transportation, says a local politician. The bus company has applied to the B.C. Passenger Transportation Board to eliminate one route and reduce minimum service levels on 15 of its 18 other routes in the province. On the Kelowna-Penticton run, the minimum is proposed to drop from 56 weekly trips to 28, while the minimum on the Vancouver-Rock Creek route, which makes stops in Princeton, Keremeos, Osoyoos and Penticton, could be halved from 28 to 14. In its application, the company claimed it lost $14 million on
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its B.C. routes last year due to increased costs for fuel and maintenance, reduced ridership and an “inflexible” regulatory regime that prevents it from responding quickly to market forces. The company did not respond to requests for comment. Penticton Mayor Dan Ashton called Greyhound’s proposal “disappointing.” While he understands the company’s needs to rein in costs, he thinks it should also look at ways to increase revenue, like nicer terminals or better buses. Ashton, who also chairs the board of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, said if Greyhound does reduce service, it could leave the door open for more nimble carriers to fill demand on a regional basis.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Arts GARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 ARTS COUNCIL: Meets the third Wednesday of the month. 4:30 p.m. @ the Riverside Centre. Enquiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome! BUNCHGRASS QUILTERS Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511 PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO: Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250295-0527 PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY: The Princeton Traditional Music Society puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010 Community: ADULT & YOUTH BADMINTON: Grades 4 -12 Monday nights 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. @ P.S.S. Gym. PRINCETON LIBRARY: Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. & 6p.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: New members are encouraged to join us for an exciting new year. WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. NO Current Representative HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY: Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00pm. HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open every Thurs. from 2pm to 7pm and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave. HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come. SENIORS BRANCH #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest. MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome. VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m. SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Arnie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information. LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083 ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE COUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.
HIGHER GROUND - 12 STEP MINISTRIES: An outreach of Living Water Foursquare Church 7-9 p.m. . Please contact Living Water Foursquare Church or further details at 250-295-7733 CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services. BACKDOOR COFFEE HOUSE: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday every month 7:00 p.m. Entertainment for every age. 4th Friday Karaoke & Jam (bring your disc) Plus Jam & Practice night, every Wednesday Night 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Come & join in the music, or just come to enjoy the music. 38 Kenley @ The Backdoor. Great Music - Great Company. MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250295-0171 Health PRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall. PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 or Del 250-295-3266 TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.
SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Chamber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 svr.atvclub@live.ca HEDLEY MUSEUM: General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7pm every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150. VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 PM at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome. OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME: Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Club House. VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY: Meets at the Chamber Basement every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact ken_faye@telus. net New Members welcome! PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the fair grounds. New Members welcome! PRINCETON FISH & GAME: General meetings 2nd Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134 PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets at the fair grounds. Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. New Members welcome! PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Princeton Library Conference Room. 6:30 p.m. New Members welcome! PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome! COPPERHILL LANES: YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30pm at Library call 250-295-7005
SPECIAL “O” BOARD; Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663
FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438
NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact 250295-7005 or 250-295-6922 ALANON: CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE! NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809 Club Notes: FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER: Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m. ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.
LAPADARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB: Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome! PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND: Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room. New musicians welcome! YOUTH & ADULT CHOIR: If you would like to join, come to the Baptist Church at practice times. Youth Christmas Musical, Monday’s 3:45 - 4:15. Adults Christmas Musical, Once upon a Holy Night. Sunday’s 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Youth INTERESTED IN 4-H: Contact: Alana Baird 250-295-0550 for more info. GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA: Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085 PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY: Lori Gullison 250-295-3977 SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374 PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544
ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sunday, 2 PM.
PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB: Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113
ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.
KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB: Lindsay: 250-295-0759
PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060
PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037
JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN: New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels”attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250295-6727
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM. PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m.
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PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.
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Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid speaks with Cherie Whittaker, manager Princeton General Hospital while taking tour last Thursday evening. The minister came to visit after receiving an invitation from Mayor, Council and the Stakeholders group while at UBCM.
MINISTER - from page 1 Member of the Stakeholders group and president of Save Our Similkameen, Solana Allison said she was pleased that the minister took the time to come and hear first-hand the concerns of industry, municipality, RDOS and the stakeholders. “It was a positive meeting,” she said, “we look forward to executing ideas and moving forward.” Allison also said that she was very pleased with Princeton’s doctors. “We are grateful for the care they have shown the community. Thank you to them for taking time to speak with the minister to explain challenges and solutions as they see them.” Mayor Frank Armitage said that Minister MacDiarmid is “very knowledgeable as she has first-hand experience,” and he “believes that she understands.” Minister MacDiarmid has been a family physician for 23 years and served on the BC Medical Association board for 12 years. Mayor Armitage said that he “admires the whole Stakeholders group.” They have been working on this for seven months—it is appreciated.”
GREYHOUND - from page 1 “In my personal opinion, I think there is a lot of room for private and public transportation,” Ashton said, citing the potential promise of Osoyoos-Vernon and Princeton-Kelowna routes. He expects both Penticton city council and the RDOS board will discuss Greyhound’s application, in particular the impact it might have on people in outlying areas who ride buses to medical appointments, when both local governments meet next week. This week, Velma McGillivary was one of just a handful of people who caught Wednesday’s 2:40 p.m. bus out of Penticton. The retired health-care worker said she has heard of Greyhound’s proposed cutbacks, but doesn’t think they’ll affect her as she makes the round trip from Coquitlam to Penticton just twice annually to visit relatives. “It’s sure served me well,” McGillivary said. “I’ve taken it for years.” The 2:40 p.m. northbound departure is one that Greyhound has proposed to eliminate. According to its application, the route left Penticton with an average of 7.95 passengers each day between July 2011 and June 2012. Per-passenger revenue equalled $2.18 per mile, less than half the company’s stated break-even cost of $5.69 per mile. Public comments on the proposed changes will be accepted by the Passenger Transportation Board until Oct. 17. The board tries to rule on applications within 60 to 90 days of receipt, which means a decision should come before the end of the year. Greyhound originally asked in August that its application be fast-tracked through the assessment process without a public comment period because of mounting financial losses. But the board ruled against that request because the proposed changes are “comprehensive and will affect many communities.” That ruling also states that Greyhound told the board that if its application is not approved, all of its operations in B.C. “will be at risk of discontinuance.” The full application is available online at www.greyhound.ca.
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Town of Princeton — Council briefs Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
Chamber of Commerce Fee for Service Agreement Council agreed upon the recommendation that the Town of Princeton rescind the three year Fee for Service Agreement with the Princeton and District Chamber of Commerce for the provision of visitor information and town promotional services for an annual fee of $25,000 dated May 7, 2012 be replaced with a one year Fee For Service Agreement for the provision of visitor information and town promotional services for an annual fee of $25,000. Due to changes to the board and staff illness, the original agreement was not returned to the Town in the appropriate time. The recent agreement is set for one year at the request of the Chamber. The Mayor and Chief Administration Officer are authorized to execute the agreement. Scale installation at landfill The Town of Princeton received three quotes for the installation of the weigh scale at the landfill. Council has authorized staff to execute an agreement with Mike Grgich Contracting in the amount of $32,838.40. Staff is to complete arrangements with J-R Contracting Ltd., current operators of the landfill to complete internal roadway modifications required to facilitate the scale installation at an estimated cost of $7,500. In order to meet compliance regulations and budget requirements Council agreed with the recommendation to the acquisition of a temporary scale house at an estimated cost of $2,000., this year and fencing to be done next year. The Town of Princeton and the Regional District (RDOS) share the cost equally. Councillor Jason Earle asked if there were any anticipated closure days with this project. Interim Chief Administration Officer Helen Koning said, “We do not anticipate any closures.”
Zig Zag Trail The Project had come to a stand-still as issues had been found along its development. To resolve clearance issues with the gazebo, Fortis will be brought in to move the power pole. A drainage issue was addressed with the discovery of a storm drain at the top of the hill that flowed over the bank. An additional step is required at the base as well as additional fencing along switchback areas. Council authorized staff to proceed with the identified additional work in the amount of approximately $48,000. Councillor Earle noted that although it looked like a lot, “we are fortunate that this was found out now instead after project completion.” Let’s Talk - Volunteer Community Organizations Council authorized the expenditure of a maximum $500. for the Town of Princeton Parks, Recreation and Culture Department to organize the 2nd annual Let’s Talk Event for Town Council to host a dinner for organization heads to plan for the events for 2013. Funding request Council received a request from Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) and the Similkameen Valley Planning Society (SVPS) for funding to assist them with acquiring adequate photos for the branding project. “I feel this is a worthwhile initiative said Councillor Maynard, “a worthwhile investment.” In discussion, Councillor Earle asked if the group had exhausted their resources. Councillor Maynard responded, “they have a lot of winter shots, not suitable—they need a certain type of photo for branding.” Council agreed (2 to 1), to grant the request in the sum of $2000. $1000 from unused funds from the Airshow and another $1000 from the Town budget.
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VICTORIA - New regulations will give health authorities the ability to provide nurse practitioners (NPs) with the ability to admit and discharge patients from health-care facilities, working in collaboration with physicians and other health-care providers, announced Health Minister Dr. Margaret MacDiarmid. “Giving nurse practitioners the ability to admit and discharge patients from hospitals will help to both ease congestion and enhance patient quality within the health-care system. This will especially be helpful in rural and remote areas of the province, where recruitment and retention can be particularly challenging,� she said. The regulations are expected to help enhance health services and meet patient need by easing congestion and reducing workloads, especially for rural regions. The majority of NPs in B.C. have the education and competencies required to admit and discharge, but did not have the ability legislated. British Columbia is the second jurisdiction in Canada to have qualified nurse practitioners admit and discharge patients from
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hospitals, after Ontario. Nurse practitioners were introduced to B.C. in 2005 to assist in improving access to primary health-care services. In fall 2011, the government of British Columbia passed legislation allowing nurse practitioners to work more fully within their existing scope of practice. In May 2012, the provincial government announced a $22.2 million to fund 190 NPs over the next three years to provide better access to health care for British Columbian families. NPs meet many health-care needs of the community, increasing access to quality primary and community health care. NPs provide services from a holistic nursing perspective, integrating elements such as diagnosing, prescribing, ordering diagnostic tests for treating most common medical conditions for patients throughout the lifespan. Nurse practitioners also work collaboratively in a broad variety of settings including acute care, residential care, mental health and community practice, with physicians and other health-care providers.
Vermilion Forks Field Tanning ban in effect Naturalists’ Autumn Hike VICTORIA - Changes to a provincial regulation Janis Wright Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists
Tip Anderson led a small but sprightly group of naturalists on a hike on October 6, that began and ended at the Princeton golf course. This was no simple stroll through the greens, however, but a three-hour trek that took us from west to east across the southern hills above the course. We encountered varied topography, from sandy paths and gradual, grassy slopes in the gullies, to stony outcrops and sodium seeping rock faces, and finally to steep, narrow hillside deer trails as we made our way up to the ridge overlooking the valley. We spotted a Northern Harrier flying overhead as we gloried in the warm sunshine and admired the vista with the fabulous fall colours. It was altogether a beautiful day as we hiked, learned some history of the area, and shared many laughs. Our next field trip will be Saturday, October 20. Amanda Lahaie will lead us along River Road, which parallels the Similkameen River, on an easy 8-10 km. hike. Please phone Amanda at 295-7596 to confirm, and meet at Billy’s Restaurant at 10 a.m. Vic Sagorski will give a presentation on storm water treatment at our next meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m., at Riverside Centre. We welcome all to join us for both field trips and meetings.
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banning youth under the age of 18 from ultraviolet (UV) tanning are now in force to reduce the chances of developing skin cancer later in life. Effective Oct. 15, 2012, businesses that fail to post the required sign informing the public of the ban, or who violate the ban by unlawfully permitting minors to use their indoor tanning equipment without a prescription, will face a fine of $345 for each offence. Under the Public Health Act, changes to the provincial regulated activities regulation ban the use of commercial UV indoor tanning beds by youth under the age of 18, unless they have a medical prescription for a condition such as psoriasis that requires ultraviolet light treatment. Today’s announcement follows the government’s commitment in March to ban youth from indoor tanning. The March 20, 2012, tanning bed ban announcement followed the release of a report compiled by an Indoor Tanning Working Group. The report was issued to provide recommendations and options. The working group was established following the Capital Regional District’s 2011 bylaw that banned minors under the age of 18 from using indoor tanning beds. A number of requests for a provincewide ban were received, including a resolution from the Union of B.C. Municipalities. The report released by the Indoor Tanning Working Group included the recommendation of implementing a ban for youth under the age of 18 years from using commercial UV indoor tanning equipment without a medical prescription. The World Health Organization has found that indoor tanning before the age of 35 raises the risk of melanoma by 75 per cent. Melanoma is the most deadly type of skin cancer. In Canada, the incidence rates of melanoma are rising every year. Overall, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in Canada, and yet it is also one of the most preventable. In 2012, the BC Cancer Agency estimates that 966 British Columbians will be diagnosed with melanoma and 150 will die of it. One in 69 females and one in 56 males is expected to develop melanoma during their lifetime. One in 413 females and one in 284 males is expected to die of melanoma.
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Check out what’s new at the library Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
The B.C. government has proclaimed October 2012 as Library Month in British Columbia. Education Minister Don McRae made the announcement at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM). The idea for a month dedicated to library and information services was developed by library partners across Canada. The purpose is to help raise public awareness of the valuable role that libraries play in the lives of Canadians. Local Librarian, Janis Winter is pleased to introduce the community to the latest features available at the Princeton Library and the newest additions to the library on-line. On Wednesdays, Fall Storytime takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Bring your little one down to enjoy stories, fingerplays, board stories, crafts, rhymes, songs and lots of fun. As part of the Canada Reads initiative in October, the Princeton Library is featuring Canadian authors, some of which are local such as: Geri Logan, Neil Anderson, John Sandness, Monty Raine
and the late Nelson Lewis. Special services for print disabled residents are available. Internet services, DVD movies, television series and music CDs are available at the local branch as well. Visit the library to find what you need in self-help books; cook books, automotive repair and home decoration. Holiday themed books are featured front and centre when you come through the door. With your library card, you can access many new features on-line at www.orl. bc.ca. Using the standard catalogue or the new enhanced version, access Freegal download three free songs per week. The Sony catalogue is available for you to choose from. Learn to speak another language like; Japanese, Spanish, German, Italian and more using Power Speak. Download your favourite books onto your computer or mobile device using the E-Books selection. Choose your favourite magazine using Zineo and for children, select the TumbleBooks section. TumbleBooks offers children the opportunity to read stories, participate in read-alongs, watch videos, solve puzzles
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and play games as well as the opportunity to learn a new language. The Princeton Branch of the Okanagan Library is located at 107 Vermilion Avenue. Hours of operation are: Tuesday - 12 Noon to 7 p.m., Wednesday - 12 noon to 5 p.m., Friday - 12 Noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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If only half of the outpouring of love and support directed towards Amanda Todd had come a week earlier, there’s a good chance the B.C. teen would still be alive today. The 15-year-old Port Coquitlam girl committed suicide last Wednesday, a month after posting a haunting video to YouTube detailing her years of abuse from harassment and bullying both at school and online. Todd posted the nine-minute video online at the beginning of September, showing her holding up a series of hand-written cards describing the anxiety and depression she was suffering. The video ends with her note: “I have nobody. I need someone.” The story of her tragic suicide has captured the attention of media around the world, and more than a dozen online memorials have been set up on Facebook, with one already boasting more than 500,000 “likes.” Police have about two dozen investigators sifting through leads to find any evidence that could result in charges against individuals, while hundreds of tips are pouring into an email account set up by RCMP. While we hope police are successful in identifying those responsible for tormenting Todd, that will do nothing to prevent a repeat of this heartbreaking story. Coroner Barb McLintock said in order for her to make recommendations to prevent similar tragedies, issues ranging from school and mental health support, to cyber and social media bullying must be explored. We must all do all that we can to prevent any more young lives being needlessly cut short. Parents, please talk to your kids. Let them know they are loved and they always have somewhere to turn; and just as importantly, help them to understand pain that can be caused through words, and what we all stand to gain from their offering comfort and support to a classmate in need.
Fantasies won’t keep ferries afloat VICTORIA – It was a sunny Thanksgiving sound bites to two. weekend when I took my first all-transit trip from Along with every coffee-shop know-it-all on the Victoria to Vancouver for a B.C. Lions football coast, Coons perpetually reminds us that ferries game. are “part of our highway system.” He remains conDespite all the doomsaying about people shunvinced that this financially illiterate cliché somehow ning ferries because of some media-determined deals with the fact that even a subsidy approaching “tipping point” in fares, you wouldn’t have guessed it $200 million this year can’t keep all those boats that weekend. Articulated buses were jammed comafloat forever. ing and going from the Tsawwassen terminal to the A family of four on a long driving trip faces simiTOM FLETCHER Canada Line. lar price increases, when you factor in tolls, insurReturning to Vancouver Island on Sunday, I was ance, food and other costs beyond the fuel tank. But struck by the crowds, and the low cost: SkyTrain, for some reason the “government” is supposed to express bus, walk-on passenger fare and express bus provide special relief to those who choose the most to Victoria totalled about $20. This explains the inaccessible places to live. surge in walk-on traffic. Coons’ latest tack is that BC Ferries has lost its way, trying to BC Ferries issued bulletins advising first that Tsawwassen’s be a fancy cruise ship service instead of giving people basic transparking lot and then Swartz Bay’s were full. The Tsawwassen First portation at an affordable price. Nation’s shuttle parking next door was overflowing, with cars That would be terrible if it were true. But those amenities on tucked into every level space. And even with hourly sailings, the newer vessels are there because they make money, utilizing staff major route had plenty of vehicle traffic, with all available vessels who have to be on board anyway. As everyone but the NDP seems running. to grasp, the big costs are fuel, maintenance, and minimum crew Now the long, late summer is gone, and the political theatre levels to meet federal regulations, regardless of passenger revenue. resumes. Transportation Minister Mary Polak picked up where I was reminded on the last busy weekend of the year that the the retiring Blair Lekstrom left off, reminding people that BC new Coastal-class ferries kept vehicle capacity the same while Ferries is going to deal with rising costs primarily by ceasing the increasing passenger space. This choice anticipated today’s travel practice of running vessels a third full or less. reality nearly a decade ago. Good thing somebody was able to This comes as “consultation” begins with smaller ferry com- understand ferries as a business, as opposed to a welfare program munities on where and when these sailings will be cut. And it for the reclusive and the rich. follows the first major price-cap decision by the newly empowered BC Ferries has already cut sailings on the Tsawwassen-Duke B.C. Ferry Commissioner, Gord Macatee. He now can determine point route. As described in an earlier column, this needlessly service levels as well as fares, which are permitted to rise about long run is the biggest boondoggle in BC Ferries history, a Dave four per cent in each of the next three years. Barrett-era payoff to the union that continues today. The NDP’s ferry critic, North Coast MLA Garry Coons, has Changes will now come to other routes that minimize shifts also decided to transition to his government pensions next year. and overtime, rather than inflating them. But before he sails away, he has doubled his repertoire of outraged
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It’s the fans who end up paying the piper Dear Editor, I find it hilarious, this fight going on in our newscasts on TV. I watch with great interest as the “Millionaires� take on the “Billionaires� for a labour contract. All us “Canucks� can do about it is watch our best liked pastime go down the tubes. Yes folks, I am talking about the Hockey Negotiations between the NHL billionaire owners and their millionaire employees. Funniest thing about it is that it is us the “Fans� who have the most to lose. After all it was us “ordinary working class� who did the raising of those kids to the highest level of “Hockey Stardom� with our hard earned money and sweat. “All of the hullabaloo� going on around this issue makes me
wonder who was teaching who, was it the “Governments� or the “Billionaire� owners teaching the others? For this senior anyway, the fact remains that I will never be able to afford a live “NHL Game� for the rest of my life. Furthermore, let’s not forget the fact that it is the “Fans� who finally ended up paying the “Piper�. Last but not least, when I compare our “Governments and the NHL Owners� they operate exactly alike towards their own employees. Rich will always get richer, and we all know the rest of the story. Even our history confirms what this Senior is talking about, if you don’t believe me, prove me wrong. Yukon Eric Holopainen Princeton, BC
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Dear Editor, I am the recipient of an injustice perpetrated by Canada Post. It is an experience worth sharing with others. On June 29th, I mailed a parcel to a business in Ontario for a refund. On July 25, I made inquiries regarding the parcel; I was informed that the parcel had not been received. I then contacted Canada Post. The first level of postal service indicated to me that the parcel had been lost, and I would be compensated for postage only, since I had not bought any insurance. Not satisfied with this conclusion, I then went to the next level, the Postal Ombudsman. Recently, I received a reply from the Postal Ombudsman. According to the report that I was sent, and I quote, “...the GPS tracking confirms that the item was not delivered to the address that you provided. Canada Post confirms that the delivery to People Power Press was assigned to a relief delivery agent on July 4, which may account for the delivery error.� Furthermore, according to the Canada Post Act 40 (1), “...the Corporation is not liable for any claim arising from the loss, delay, or mishandling of anything posted.� Canada Post will reimburse 50% of the contents value plus postage. This they consider fair and under any other circumstances I would agree but when Canada Post admits negligence in delivering the parcel, in my opinion, they assume 100 percent of the responsibility; and therefore, I am entitled to 100 percent compensation. The moral of this tirade is always buy insurance.  Although, we are under the impression that Canada Post is an honourable corporation and would rectify a wrong, don’t bet on it. MMasiel Princeton
It has been brought to my attention I’ve not been as nice as I could have while explaining our emergency room closures here in Princeton. That maybe I could have been more respectful. It’s true, I most likely could, however, weighed against the fact that your guys closed our E.R. then ignored our pleas for explanation, kindness hardly abounded. Less than a week after head honcho Halpenny assured us ‘Princeton is safe’, one of our own citizens waited several crucial hours to get to Penticton during heart failure. Today is the tenth of October, a long far cry from the supposed Temporary closure of May.  Your health authorities have stated (more than once) April 1, 2013 as a possible date to reopen.  Ironic date but no one here finds it the least bit amusing.  Since when is a year temporary?  More importantly, how do you think suspending the constitution of this country (temporarily or not) is in any way acceptable? Closing down may seem a reasonable act to you & your ilk but the real world does not function that way.  In fact, more than one here are incensed. Not so much that you chose not to govern (who can tell the difference), more that you refuse to act in the interest of British Columbians health.  Shouldn’t it be us who are insulted? We are the victims of systematic destruction, after all. Now that it’s at a crisis level the rush to run is on. You can boast and bleat all you want but here we are at risk due to your decision or indecision. When those who could help don’t, there’s a problem. What is yours? Did you not take some kind of oath for your office? Is it all null and void because you crossed your fingers or your eyes? I was going to suggest you take a trip here so you can see first hand, the highway and real industry. You mentioned you wanted to hear from British Columbians and would listen seeing as how you won’t be working. I’d suggest you try for the spring as our roads are fast approaching black ice season and, as you well know, our E.R. is closed four nights a week. There, see how easy it is to look out for the well being of another. Even those who treat you with blatant disregard deserve at least a shred of decency. We here very much look forward to the day you and yours treat us in a decent manner. Sooner being much preferable than later. As Always, Waiting D Dobie Princeton
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Council Reports - from page 3 Councillor Pateman reported that Princeton Weyerhaeuser had given Princeton Extrication (Highway Rescue) a substantial donation towards the purchase of a new truck, for which they are very grateful for. The Chamber Christmas Light Up committee had their first meeting for this year and planning is well underway. PSS Grad/Athletics Firewood delivery took place on the 13 - great fundraiser. Councillor Maynard attended the Save Our Hospital Coalition Annual General
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Meeting noting discussion was held on the development of an improved and sustainable Health Care Model for Princeton. (Discussion paper on the SOHC website) Attended the SVPS meeting in Keremeos at the Lower Similkameen Indian Band Office whereupon a detailed description of the TOTA initiative was given. Councillor Maynard attended the Open House at the Riverside Center on Oct. 13 for the RDOS Official Community Plan (OCP) Hearings. Councillor Maynard noted that there was some controversy and landowners were not happy. Councillor Earle made the following announcements; Girl Guide Cookies are for sale! Princeton Rotary is holding their End Polio fundraiser in partnership with Cooper’s Foods. Donate 1000 points on your Save-On-More Card and enter your name in a draw to win tickets to a very exiting game. (BC Lions vs Saskatchewan Roughriders)The Fuel Fundraiser for Princeton Highway Extrication (Sandbags) takes place this coming Saturday (Oct. 20) at Husky. Filling the bags will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until the sand runs out. If anyone wants to help - go on up. October 20 and 21 (Saturday and Sunday) and Free Landfill Days for Princeton and Area H residents. On Saturday Princeton Air Cadets are heading for their first gliding experience. Councillor Earle noted that there are a lot of talented and generous people in this community. He made mention of a concert that took place this past weekend and then extended his thanks to a gentleman who gives freely and constantly within the community. “To Allan Kovaltsenko—thank you for your generosity with your talent,� he said. In closing, in light of the hospital situa-
tion Councillor Earle stressed to the community, “Your worry is not whether or not the emergency room is open—it’s call 911. Your first and only concern is call 911 and let our systems work.� Mayor Armitage had been away due to recent deaths within his family. He was however able to attend the SVPS meeting with Councillor Maynard. On Thursday, Oct. 11 Mayor Armitage met with Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid for a tour and meeting at the Princeton General Hospital. Mayor Armitage was pleased that the minister accepted the invitation to come to Princeton. He then shared his appreciation and admiration once again, for the Stakeholders group who have dedicated themselves to solving the ER issues at PGH. Mayor Armitage reported also that he had the pleasure of serving as an International Ambassador for our community. At their request, Mayor Armitage met with a Japanese party interested in the operations of our pellet plant, (looking to start their own) participated in a gift exchange and a promise to send literature about our community to them. Council received a letter from Greyhound Canada Transportation ULC to alert them that Greyhound Canada had filed an application with the BC Passenger Transportation Board for a reduction of bus service—and requested written comments by October 17 —extended to October 24, 2012. Councillor Maynard noted that the community had very little bus service as it is and shared his concern of loosing any further service now or into the future. He motioned for staff to send a letter expressing this concern. The motion was carried unanimously.
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Similkameen Spotlight October 17, 2012 Rotary president Judy Short stands with the Tim Hall print (Humpback Rock) that is on display in Cooper’s Foods. The print is the second place prize in the contest that Princeton Rotary and Cooper’s Foods have joined forces in to raise money to fight polio. The first place prize is four tickest to the BC - Sasktchewan football game on Nov. 3. Exchange 1000 points from your Save-OnMore card for the opportunity to win one of these terrific prizes and at the same time help to fight polio.
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Rotary helping the community and the world Rotary, with the help of Cooper’s Foods is raising money to fight polio all around the world. Exchange 1000 points from your Save-On-More card to receive an opportunity to win 4 tickets to the BC - Saskatchewan game November 3. As a second prize there is a wonderful framed picture of Humpback Rock. This is done by renowned artist Tim Hall who lives right here in our community. The Community Kitchen, at Riverside Centre needs our support to complete and get up and running. Rotary has purchased engineering, fire wall, fridge, stove and stove hood at this time. We have been granted money from Weyerhaeuser, The Town of Princeton, Rotary District Fund and the
Community Foundation of the South Okanagan. There are also, outstanding grants we look forward to receiving. We would be very grateful if the community members, users would like to help to complete this project. Cheques can be given to members stated on the thermometer chart on display at Cooper’s. For tax receipts please make cheques out to R.D.O.S. (Rotary Kitchen)—Thank You. This is all done by a membership of 13. If you are interested in becoming a Rotary Member please feel free to come to our lunch meetings at the Heartland Restaurant Tuesdays at noon.
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St. Peter’s R.C. Parish 43 Billiter Avenue Princeton
Thumbs up to thirteen members of Rotary for all the hard work they put in to everything they do. Way To Go!
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Princeton Pentecostal Church (The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
Thumbs up to the students and parents who came out to help with the PSS Athletics and Grad wood delivery fundraiser on Saturday.
165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum, invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship 10:15 Children’s Sunday Safari 10:30 am Morning Worship Pastor Dave Janke 250-295-7951
St. Paul’s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community
Office: 250-295-7714
Name: Kennedy Hewko Likes: Playing with her friends Dislikes: When her little sister bugs her
WORSHIP - 9:30 am
If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535 or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.
Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month
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Baptist Church of Princeton
Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on Wednesday at 7:00 pm
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Living Water
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38 Kenley Avenue 10:30 Morning Worship
Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 CELL:250-293-6447
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PRINCETON REALTY Owner Heather Johnson 250-295-8591
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119 Edgewood Drive
MLS 133380 Natural charm, fenced and perfectly landscaped. Workshop and garden shed plus a covered porch entry to keep out the elements. $45,900.00
MLS 139332 Tulameen, rare find. Double lot on no-thru road just a couple minutes to beach and boat launch. Fully renovated, double lot. $330,000.00
MLS 139329 Brand new rancher. Located in quiet no-thru road in relaxed neighbourhood. Finely finished with master suite to die for. $256,500.00
MLS 139256 Family home on corner lot in sought after 3rd bench. Home features large covered front porch and big deck out the back. $259,900.00
2620 Nicola Ave.
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143 Harold Ave.
3101 Pr-S’lnd Road
MLS 139297 Fabulous 100 x 100 corner lot with shallow well and septic installed by Reichert’s. Home is 15 years young and is known as “The Barn.” $349,900.00
MLS 139158 Brand new home boasts an open floor plan and 2 storey great room. Master bedroom on main. Attached double garage. $399,900.00
MLS 139157 Prime commercial building and property in the heart of downtown Princeton. High traffic location. 1 bedroom basement suite included. $164,900.00
MLS 139023 Fantastic piece of creekfront acreage. Comes complete with 1986 covered, travel trailer w/deck, accommodating the camper! $169,900.00
2 Hidden Valley Road
2200 Hwy 5A
145 Prospect Drive
148 Tulameen Trail
MLS 135653 Fabulous 2 acre view lot close to downtown Princeton. Lot has drilled well, septic approved with hydr/telephone at lot line. $149,900.00
MLS 135971 Come unwind by the lake. Beautiful lake front cottage offers year round activities. Renovated in 2007. A must see! $279,900.00
MLS 136792 Four season home located at Missezula Lake. Perfect for the recreation get away or come stay permanently. Double car garage. $279,900.00
MLS 137127 Fantastic spacious home with total family potential warrants low up-keep for the busy working lifestyle as well. $299,900.00
213 Prospect Drive
249 Luard Avenue
340 Vernon Avenue
128 Round Lake Road
Broker Dan Pippin 250-295-6977
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Candice Stadler 250-295-2017 MLS 137116 1/2 acre Missezula Lakefront lot. Unique setting nestled quietly onto a small bay. Dock, 500 gallon septic installed. $399,900.00
MLS 136980 Great 1st time buyer or rental home in quiet area, just minutes to downtown Princeton. Partial basement and cold room. $134,500.00
MLS 137288 Home has charm and character, all while boasting modern design. Double corner lot in bench neighbourhood close to school. $299,000.00
MLS 137320 This place has it all. Lake frontage, underground irrigation, amazing views from all rooms and a beautiful stone fireplace. $779,999.00
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Marty M t Gray G 250-295-5044 MLS 137181 20 acres, only 7 minutes from town. Property boasts amazing views that take your breath away. Drilled well, septic in place. $379,000.00
MLS 137179 This is the ‘ultimate dream’ home with absolutely nothing missed keeping easy living in mind. Mountain views, park like setting. $895,000.00
MLS 137225 Investor Alert! 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home is perfect for investors, family or first time buyer. Prime location on 3rd bench. $229,900.00
MLS 137247 Lakeview cabin accessible by car off Hwy 5A. One of the largest lots available in the subdivision. 2 beds, 1 bath and wood stove. $299,900.00
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TAYLOR, BERNICE DOROTHY Departed on October 4, 2012 at the age of 89. Bor in Telkwa, BC on March 5, Born 19 to the late Richard & Rose 1923, M Munger. She was the eldest of four children; Pre deceased by sisters, Beryl and Bunny, and leaves behind brother, Richard. She moved to Princeton when sh was 17 and married the late she Norm Taylor in 1941. Together Norman they oversaw the family businesses; the Taylor Lumber Company and later the Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Mobile Home Park. Granny was an avid gardener and homemaker, we would often ďŹ nd fresh bread cooling on the porch and every birthday we celebrated with her Angel Food Cake. Always so generous and never too busy to enjoy her family, we have fond memories of Northern trips, camping at Lodestone, splashing in the creek, purple jello, and KD. Granny watched over Dallas and Destiny often when they were young and later looked forward to their visits after school. We all have so many happy memories of time spent together. Bernice is survived by her brother Richard (Louise), three children; Norman (Barb), Jack (Pearl), Cheryl (Brian), 6 grandchildren; Alan (Kathy), Keith (Julie), Brent (Carla), Robin (Gary), Coral (Lyle), April (Jason), and 11 Great Grandchildren. As well as, many nieces, nephews and special friends. No service by request. A moment lasts all of a second, But the memory lives forever. Thank you for all those great moments And special memories.
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April 28, 1923 - October 6, 2012 On October 6, 2012, Stanley Thomas of Edmonton, AB passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years. Stan will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his loving wife of 62 years, Audrey; one son, Brian (Jennifer Beswick); two daughters, Linda (Jim) Adams and Kärin Thomas (Adam Abraham); six grandchildren, Aaron (Deb), Nick (Melissa), Corbin, Keegan, Kyle, and Austin; and one great-grandson, Declan. He is also survived by his sister, Violet Cunliffe; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Stan is predeceased by three brothers and one sister. Respecting Stanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes, a private Celebration of Life was held. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;oral tributes, donations in memory of Stan may be made to the Cross Cancer Institute, 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z2. Hainstockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home & Crematorium 780-440-2999 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
LAWRENCE, Grace Irene (Nee Powell) November 27, 1922 ~ October 4, 2012
Grace passed away peacefully at the G age ag of 89 in Princeton Hospital. She was born in Burnett, Washington to British parents who had just immigrated to the Untied States. Her family moved to Canada and came to Princeton in 1928 when she was 7 years old. She grew up in the One Mile area and spent her whole adult life in Princeton. Grace was a charter member of the Royal Purple Lodge - Branch 82, one of the founding members of the Family Fair, a member of the Hospital Auxiliary for almost 70 years and a long term member of the Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion. Grace loved gardening and oil painting for many years. Grace was pre-deceased very recently by her husband Bert, to whom she was married for 71 years, and by her daughter Jeraldine (Wayne) in 2010. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Darnella (Frank), sons Grant and Duane, six grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Memorial service to be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 20 at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church.
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2 BEDROOM basement suite, downtown. W/D, N/S, pets negotiable $700/month + 1/2 util. Avail. Oct. 1 Suitable for working couple or mine contract. Ref’s req. Call 250-295-3508 2 BEDROOM, basement suite furnished/un-furnished. Includes Util. + cable. N/S, N/P, DD & Ref’s Req. 250-2953863 LARGE 1-BDRM, 1 bath. Very clean. All appl’s incl Insuite laundry, ground floor of home on Auburn. With sep. entr. A/C. Inclds heat & hydro. RV parking avail. Good sized yard & own covered deck. N/S. Avail. Now. Small pet neg. $700./mo. Call (604)535-1980 for more info/viewing.
HOMES FOR RENT • OFFICE Space avail, in Medical building. Suit bookkeeper, aesthetician type. $400/month includes everything. • 2 BEDROOM upper suite, newly updated, in town, nice deck. $800/month includes heat. Suit couple or miners. • 2 BEDROOM house, F/S/W/D, nice yard, in town. $850/month + Util. Avail Nov 1. • 1 BEDROOM suite F/S, newly reno. $650/month includes heat. Avail Nov 1. • 2 BEDROOM house in Coalmont. F/S/W/D, wood stove, storage shed. $700/month, could be furnished. Avail. Nov. 1 DD & Ref’s Req. For All! Call ~ Heather D~ for more listings. 250-295-8025
SHARED HOUSE, w/2 bedroom in basement. Shared kitchen & bath. $500/month includes util. Sattalite TV. Call Ken Sr. for more information. 250-295-0145
4-205/55R16 Continental studded winter tires on Black VW rims w/wheel bolts. Will fit new Beetle up to 2012, purchased January 2012. $850 obo. 250295-0355
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Motorcycles 2006 Yamaha TTR50 dirt bike. The perfect beginner bike, electric start, 3 speed with auto clutch, adjustable throttle stop, excellent condition. $1500. 2012 KTM SX50 motocross bike. The next step up for a young rider. Bike is ready to race, stock clutch, newer rubber, excellent condition $3200. 250-295-0648
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3 BEDROOM, upper suite,in new home. All appliances, no carpets. No/Large pets, Non smokers preferred. Avail. now. $800/month + utilities, Ref’s req. 250-295-1775 Gino, or 1604-521-2380 Frank
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•• Large Main Floor (3 Bedroom) $1600 + $250 util. RoomChalet: w/shared Kitchen/Bathroom $400.00 Lower Level (2 Bedroom) $1000 + $150 util • 1 Bedroom Loft/Kitchen/Bathroom $550.00 + $150.00 util. Whole Chalet $2450 + $400 util.
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2004 JEEP TJ, 120,000km. Hard and soft top included, chrome tube steps and bumper, paint matched hard top, 2.5L strong and fuel efficient engine, fog light, sound bar. Clean in excellent condition. Includes Summer and winter studded tires. $9,500. 250295-8586
Utility Trailers MUST SELL! 4ft x 10ft. Flat bed trailer. 2” x 10” planking, well built was $500. Now Only $300 obo. Call 250-295-4046 after 5 pm only.
Boats ELECTRIC EASY boat loader. Built to fit a Chev or GMC short box pick-up. New ropes and easy snap hooks. Built by Western Industries Chilliwack. $800. 250-295-8802
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC BUICK GMC DEALERS. GMC.GM.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */††Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Sierra Light Duty Crew Cab, Terrain SLE-1, based on a purchase price of $26,295, equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC Buick GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. Purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Financing Services/Ally Credit. 2.99% financing offered on new or demonstrator Terrain SLE-1 models for 84 months. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 2.99% APR, the monthly payment is $132 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $1,088, total obligation is $11,088. ▼Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. +The Best Buy seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. ^* For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ^5 year/160,000 km (whichever comes first) Powertrain Component warranty. Conditions and limitations apply. Based on most recent published competitive data available for WardsAuto.com 2012 Large Pickup segmentation. See dealer for details. ¥¥ 2012 GMC Terrain FWD equipped with standard 2.4L ECOTEC® I-4 engine. Comparison based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2012 Fuel Consumption Guide and Ward’s Middle Cross/Utility Segment. Excludes other GM models. *†Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. u$11,500/$3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on the 2012 Sierra Light Duty Crew Cab/Terrain for retail customers only and are tax exclusive. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GMC dealer for details. †*To qualify for GMCL’s Cash For Clunkers incentive, you must: (1) turn in a 2006 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 3 months (2) turn in a 2006 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured under a small business name for the last 3 months. GMCL will provide eligible consumers with a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) to be used towards the purchase/finance/lease of a new eligible 2012 or 2013 MY Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, or Chevrolet Avalanche delivered between October 2, 2012 and January 2, 2013. Incentive ranges from $1500 to $3,000, depending on model purchased. Incentive may not be combined with certain other offers. By participating in the Cash For Clunkers program you will not be eligible for any trade-in value for your vehicle. See your participating GM dealer for additional program conditions and details. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate program in whole or in part at any time without notice.
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