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Mrs. Marjorie Culley places the Mother’s Wreath at the Cenotaph during the Remembrance Day ceremony.

David Leffelaar plays at Remembrance Day gathering. See more photos on Pg. A3 and at www.castlegarnews.com Craig Lindsay photos

Solemn service pays tribute to brave veterans CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

Several hundred people were in attendance Sunday for Castlegar’s Remembrance Day ceremony which took place at the Cenotaph at Kinsmen Park. The ceremony be-

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gan with a parade march led by Parade Commander Comrade Leuan Gilmore. Taking part in the parade were Legion members and veterans, RCMP, Fire Fighters, Cadets, and many others. After the march, everyone gathered at

the Cenotaph for the service which was MC’d by Comrade Bob Brommeland and included messages from Mayor Lawrence Chernoff and a representative for MLA Katrine Conroy. Following the messages, Legion president Comrade

Linda Brommeland read the honour roll: L.A. Appleton, Arthur J. Killough, H.G. Slater, W.T. Slater, Carlton Chadwick Nash, George Carse, John McDavid, Jack Fraser, Dalton MacArthur, Douglas McDonald, Earl Mulhern, George Owles,

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R.M. Buie, Barry F. Cleeton, Ted Foxlee, Roy F. Foxlee, R.S. Horswill, Walter A. Houston, C. Kennedy, Virgil Riley, and Samuel Saprunoff. Trumpeteer David Leffelaar played the Last Post which was followed by two minutes of si-

lence for those lost. The Placing of Wreaths began with Mrs. Marjorie Culley placing the Mother’s Wreath. Following the ceremony, marchers paraded back to the Legion branch for warm stew and hot beverages.

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Fit to govern The Rotary Fitness Park at Twin Rivers/Millennium Park was officially opened on Wednesday with a ribbon cutting from Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff. At the event were several civic dignitaries as well as several Rotarians including AM president Brenda Balahura and PM president Lorraine Hartson, who were both among those who gave speeches. “The feedback about the equipment has been very positive,” said co-project manager Fred Hughes. “At the Sculpturewalk Gala, several people came over and told me they use it at lunch and do the exercises. So we’ve been getting good feedback.” The gym, which features 12 pieces of equipment and can accommodate 20 people at the same time, is open year-round.

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Thanks to thosewho came to my rescue on the weekend. I was driving to the gas station to fill up for a trip to visit family in the Okanagan when my car stalled at Columbia and 24th Street. Janet and Jeremy, stopped and offered help. They tried to

boost my battery and with that failing, went and got gas for me. They did all this, without hesitation, for a complete stranger. These are the people that make me proud to part of this community. I also have to thank my friend Adam who came out from Trail

and used his mechanical magic and got my car going. I wasn’t able to make my trip to the Okanagan, but so far my car has been working fine. Perhaps it was just the cold? Once again, a thanks to people who could’ve easily just kept going, but took the time to help out.

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News Dropoff in Selkirk College enrollment Deadlines announced for grants Sam Van Schie Black Press

Selkirk College student enrolment numbers have dipped slightly for the 201213 school year. As of November 1, there were 1,937 domestic students and 122 international students studying at Selkirk’s eight West Kootenay campuses and learning centres. Last year’s head counts recorded 20 more students — 17 more domestic and three more international — on the same date last year. College spokesperson Pat Henman said the difference is negligible and numbers may even out in the coming months, as there is still intake available for some of the trades and online programs.

“If we look at these numbers in a month from now, we might find we’re up a few heads compared to last year. The numbers always fluctuate to some extent,” Henman said. “In some of our online courses, we’re still waiting for more students to register before we start the class, which we could see happen at any point.” She credits some of the decline in numbers to last year’s cost saving measures that included a reduction in the number of upper level science courses being offered and changing Kootenay School of Arts programs from two-year diplomas to one-year certificates. KSA, located on Victoria Street in Nelson, has 56 fewer students this year.

Total enrolment went from 220 students in 2011-12 to 164 this year. But other Selkirk programs are filling in the gap. Henman said enrolment is up in most trades programs, citing the carpentry and general mechanics programs as particularly popular. As well, there are more Aboriginal students studying at Selkirk — with 66 enrolled in various programs this year, compared to 60 last year. “We opened the Aboriginal Gathering Place at the Castlegar campus last year,” Henman points out. “We’ve had a lot of energy going into recruitment of Aboriginal students and this shows we’re being successful at it.”

Another area recruiters focus on is attracting more international students, who benefit the school by paying higher tuition rates. “Our recruiters are really out there working hard to get international students,” Henman said, citing Japan, Russia and South American countries as key distinctions for recruiters. “Unfortunately it sometimes comes down to whether governments will grant a student visa, which we can’t control.” Overall, Henman said she’s pleased to see the school’s enrolment numbers holding steady and said the new 2012-2017 strategic plan will help lead the school into the future.

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(Columbia Basin) Columbia Basin Trust is making $150,000 available for projects that benefit Basin youth through two granting programs. “We confirmed in our 2011-2015 Youth Initiatives Strategic Plan that we wanted to continue to support a range of opportunities that allow youth to engage with their communities and one another,” said Sabrina Curtis, CBT Director, Sector Initiatives. “These two granting programs will make funds available for more youth projects.” Columbia Basin Youth Grants (CBYG): • Funds projects that directly benefit Basin youth aged

12 to 29 for up to $15,000; • Registered nonprofit organizations, school districts, First Nations organizations and local governments plus youth aged 15 to 29 with a sponsoring organization, can apply to CBYG. • The next deadline is December 17, 2012. • For application forms and guidelines, visit www.cbt.org/ cbyg. Youth Action Grants (YAG): • Youth aged 12 to 19 can apply to YAG for up to $3,000 with projects that demonstrate youth-led action with positive outcomes. • There will be monthly intakes, on the first of every month, starting December 1, 2012.

• For application forms and guidelines, visit www.cbt.org/ yag. Applications to both programs are adjudicated by CBT’s Youth Advisory Committee, a group of youth from around the Basin whose involvement further promotes the active engagement of youth in regional decisionmaking processes. CBT supports youth and communities through a range of programs. Visit www.cbt.org/youth for more details. CBT supports efforts to deliver social, economic and environmental benefits to the residents of the Columbia Basin. To learn more about various CBT programs and initiatives, visit www. cbt.org or call 1.800.505.8998.

Return to PST causes worry for businesses Tom Fletcher Black Press

VICTORIA – Returning to the old provincial sales tax next April 1 will increase paperwork for B.C. businesses and cost them harmonized sales tax credits on equipment and other inputs, the legislature finance committee reminded the B.C. government Wednesday. After its annual tour of the province to get input on the 2013 budget, the committee urges Finance Minister Mike de Jong to consider its expert panel recommendations to ease the impact on business of scrapping the HST. Some industry associations want the government to provide a tax credit that would compensate them for the PST they will have to pay on purchases of machinery and equipment. Those taxes

PST was reinstated in response to widespread opposition to HST, as in the pictured demonstration featuring former NDP leader Carole James. Black Press file photo

were lifted under the HST, which recovered revenue by extending seven-per-cent sales taxes to a range of consumer services that won’t be taxed starting next spring. The finance committee was also asked to consult the public on a “made-in-B.C. value-added tax” that would accomplish some of the goals of the HST under another name. That would

be a volatile discussion to begin with a provincial election set for May 14, 2013. The administrative burden of the switch starts with businesses reprogramming cash registers and other systems to go back to two separate sales taxes. The switch to the HST in 2010 revealed some national retailers were not accurately applying the B.C. sales tax, which

has decades of accumulated exemptions and rules that don’t apply in other provinces. The finance ministry has been working on a system to allow businesses to register online for the return of the PST, and to train owners of thousands of businesses that have started up since the HST conversion in 2010. The ministry has

set up a website for businesses to manage the transition at www. pstinbc.ca The finance committee has also endorsed a widespread business call to balance the provincial budget starting next spring. The effects of the worldwide financial crisis of 2008 pushed B.C.’s books into the red, and deficits continued this year as B.C. had to repay a $1.6 billion HST transition fund provided by Ottawa. The B.C. Chamber of Commerce and other groups also called on the finance committee to ease the burden of B.C.’s carbon tax. Grain growers, greenhouse operators and cement manufacturers have called for relief from carbon tax on fuels, arguing that it puts them at a competitive disadvantage with Alberta, Washington and other jurisdictions.

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Editorial

Editor: Jim Sinclair Publisher: Chris Hopkyns Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905

All hands back on deck

“Male, 58 rushed to hospital with chest pains,” – dramatic, maybe... earth-shattering? Maybe not so much. It’s such a common occurence with men of this age group, it’s pretty much routine. But there are certain milestones set aside for everyone and for each, they are definitely monumental. In the case of the recently-returned editor of this publication (and the West Kootenay Advertiser), the moment came with stabbing clarity on the morning of October 28. It was a far more extreme version of something he’d felt once or twice before, thinking it was a nasty case of acid reflux. But the sore left arm, along with the sweating and shaking made a convincing case for a 911 call. Once in the capable and caring hands of the professionals, all related distress disappeared. From the moment the paramedics loaded the patient for a trip to Kelowna by way of Trail, pain was erased and every effort made to make the experience as benign as possible. Altogether, close to 30 healthcare personnel had direct input in getting the cardiac victim back on his feet and back on the job. No amount of gratitude would ever be too much for this highly-competent crew, and yet they all earn it repeatedly each day they go to work. Thanks again, and also to the society that has set up (and funded) this system, as flawed as it may sometimes seem. We want to hear from you.

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The Castlegar News welcomes letters to the editor intended for publication but reserves the right to edit for brevity, clarity, legality, accuracy and topicality. Letters should typically be in the range of 300 words in length. Anonymous letters will not be published. To assist in verification, name, address and telephone number must be supplied, but will not be published. E-MAIL LETTERS TO: newsroom@castlegarnews.com DROP OFF/MAIL: Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Phone: 250-365-6397 Fax: 250-365-6390 The Castlegar News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org.

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Off the Line - Karen Haviland

Here’s a tip for you There was a time in my life when I worked three jobs just to pay the bills. I didn’t mind, I was a single woman without children in the home and really didn’t have much else to do with my time anyway. As some of you might remember, my main job was as the editor of the Castlegar Citizen. That job was the best! Our crew worked well together without a publisher or boss and after the first year we owed no one and consistently ran in the black. This was a great source of pride to all of us. The best part was that each and every day was fun and I looked forward to going into work, despite the sometimes heavy workload for all of us. My co-workers all respected each other and became friends both at work and outside of work. My second job was writing freelance articles for Selkirk College. Once again, I was doing something I loved to do – write and making money at it too. Then there was my third job. After day work at the Citizen and on weekends I would head over to Common Grounds where I worked as a barista serving up specialty coffees and meals. What I loved about that job was the social interaction with its many customers. I’m a people Craig Lindsay Reporter

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person and so I thoroughly enjoyed joking with customers and chatting them up. While many of the customers knew me from the Citizen, there were many who didn’t and assumed I was an uneducated, down-on-myluck woman. Those were the people who I didn’t enjoy. Because of their wrong assumption, that minority would treat me with disdain when I would wait on them. When they spoke to me it was with a superior tone and I would sometimes inwardly smile at their ignorance – making assumptions and treating someone as if they were lower class simply for the job they did. I’d like to stress that the majority didn’t act that way. But for that minority, let’s just say I learned a valuable, but somewhat tough lesson. I learned that judging a book by its cover is doing a disservice to that person being judged and judging someone by the job they do is an even bigger disservice. Those people didn’t know my story. I was a good barista who always greeted everyone with a smile and as far as I know, there were never any complaints about the service rendered. Chris Hopkyns Publisher

Cindy Amaral Production Manager

Since those days as a barista, I have a renewed respect for those who work in the service industry. I know their job is hard and I know they have a life outside of work. They are parents, spouses, or maybe even single, but the point is that they are human and deserve respect no matter what job they have in life. It’s not always easy dealing with the public, which can often be rude and abrupt. Yes, most of the consuming public is polite and respectful, but bring in one rotten apple and it can ruin your day. Their day was ruined and so they thought nothing of ruining your day. That’s why I am a stickler about leaving tips. I understand the job is hard and I know that base pay does not pay the rent. Those tips can make a difference between having and not having. It’s not that you should tip for bad service, but rather that good service should be rewarded. And let’s not forget that nowadays, the going rate for a tip is 15 per cent, not 10 per cent. A smile at your server, a little bit of respect and a fair tip isn’t a lot to give, don’t you think?

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Pleased with service I want to let someone know that their extra efforts didn’t go unnoticed. Leaving your recycling in front of your house and Waste Management coming to pick it up is such a luxury in a rural setting. This morning I left my recycling on the corner and left for work. As I drove down the highway, I noticed the recycling truck had stopped on his route to pick up the blue bags of recycling. As I got closer I realized that not only had the driver picked up the blue bags but also the recycling that had been ripped out of the bag and was strewn about. The driver could have/ should have left it for the home owner, but didn’t. Thank you for caring.

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The best way of ensuring you reach your weight-loss goals is to keep a food journal. It’s really difficult to make changes in your diet if you aren’t keeping track of what you are eating. Two hints about losing weight are: don’t skip meals and try not to eat out for lunch more than once per week. Health Canada’s website (healthcanada.gc.ca) has a section on Advisories and Warnings. This contains previously issued advisory, warnings and recall notices about medications and herbals as well as interesting topics like microwave safety, handling fresh produce and using reusable grocery bags. Quite interesting!

A group of five students volunteered our time last weekend and successfully painted the common room. There was enough left over supplies to paint a few more rooms. Submitted photo

give thanks to Rona Building Centre in Castlegar for their support. We would greatly appreciate this act of kindness to be recognized in your newspaper. Selkirk College offers a variety of programs at the Castlegar campus in the Human Services department. The Social Service Worker Certificate Program is one in particular that offers a course exploring community resources. Within this course, students are required to conduct a community project that will target and benefit a need in one of our surrounding communities. As you may know, the WINS Transition House services our local area and offers a safe haven for women and their

children while leaving abusive and violent relationships. During our community visit to this non-profit facility, we were overwhelmed with the poor conditions. Although there are many repairs that need to be addressed, we felt by simply painting the interior, it will provide a warm environment to help in the recovery of the women and children during their stay. With the permission of the staff, we decided to take on the task. With the generous support from the Rona Building Centre in Castlegar and Home Hardware Building Centre in Trail, we received all of the donated supplies needed to complete the project. Our group of five students volunteered our time

last weekend and successfully painted the common room. There were enough left over supplies to paint a few more rooms. Many women and children accessing this facility live in poverty and we are pleased to take away from this experience, our efforts will bring relaxation and calm to their temporary housing. Thank you for consideration to post our gratitude in your newspaper. If you require any further information about the project please feel free to contact Selkirk College student, Tanya Wahoski at 250505-4237

Pharmacists often hear the complaint, “My cold just won’t go away. I’ve had it for a month”! Cold generally last for 7 - 14 days. So if it lasts longer, you may be a secondary infection happening. It could be sinusitis, an ear infection or even a lung condition. See your doctor to be sure. World Diabetes Day was on November 14. The slogan for this year’s campaign is Diabetes: Protect Our Future. The main message of this campaign is to highlight the fact that the way we live is putting our health at risk. Also, access to essential eduction about diabetes is available for everyone. It’s as near as our pharmacy. Make our pharmacy your healthcare centre. We have educational materials on many diseases including diabetes. Diabetes is an ever-growing disease in Canada and there are ways to reduce your risk. We can help.

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Community Calendar

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Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter@castlegarnews.com

Upcoming

nov. 19 - The West Kootenay Ostomy Support Group will meet at

2 pm at the Kiro Wellness Center, 1500 Columbia Avenue, Trail. Activity: Xmas craft. For more info, please call 250-368-9827 or 250-365-6276. Please note: No December meeting.

nov. 20 - Blueberry Creek Community School Hub’s Annual General Meeting - B.C.C.S.

Council will be hosting their AGM on Tuesday, November 20th from 7-8 p.m. Come out and support the programs, events and activities at the school. Become a member of B.C.C.S. and be involved with what they have to offer. Coffee, tea and desserts provided. Phone 250-365-7201 for more information.

Nov. 20- Celebrate National Child Day at Kootenay Family Place - from 10:30 a.m. to

6:30 p.m. Find out more about your child’s stage of development (birth through six) with a trained consultant using a playbased approach. Pre-booking is limited to parents who have concerns or questions around their child’s development. Vendors will be on site including Jelly Bean Junction, Epicure, Pampered Chef and more! For more information phone 250-365-3662 ext. 227.

Nov. 21 – Castlegar Garden Club guest speaker, Holly Pender-Love, ‘The Love of Clematis’. Holly has experimented

with many clematis varieties in her garden over the years. The presentation will focus on the wide range of Clematis varieties available in Zone 4-6. Holly will share her successes and failures. Gardeners will be encouraged to share their experiences so everyone may benefit from the collective expertise. Door Prize – ‘The Concise Guide to Clematis in North America’. 7:00 p.m. at the Community Complex. Everyone welcome. Join us and be dazzled by the depth of Holly’s knowledge. Garden inspirations will linger long after the meeting is over. New members always welcome. Information: Rose Cheveldave 250.365.9600 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

Nov. 24 - fall tea and bazaar - 1

- 3 p.m. at the Castlegar Legion Hall. Minto Chapter #79, Order of the Eastern Star. Bake table, silent auction, door prize. Tickets $3 available from Eastern Star membes or at the door. Everyone welcome.

nov. 26 - W.K. Naturalists presentation: Living Off the Land,

a talk by educator Les Anderson, with anecdotes from his formative years in isolated villages of N. Saskatchewan. Seniors Centre, Selkirk College, Trail (S. entry) 8 p.m., Free. Nov. 29- the Alzheimer society will be presenting a course called Understanding Dementia. This will be held at the Cas-

tlegar United Church at 7 p.m. and is a free event. Participants will receive basic information about dementia and the impact this disease has on the individual, caregivers and families. Through an exploration of how dementia affects the brain and behaviour across the progression of the disease, caregivers will learn what to expect throughout the journey with dementia. For more information, contact Julie Leffelaar at 250-365-6769 or jleffelaar@alzheimerbc.org dec. 1 - Christmas tea - Ladies

Auxiliary #170 Castlegar/Robson branch invites you to our Christmas tea, bakes and craft sale. Door prizes and draws. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Castlegar Legion. Dec. 1 - Everyone is invited to view a display of creches -

manger scenes from around the world and to stock up on Christmas baking at a mix-and-match Christmas goodie sale at Castlegar United Church, 809 Merry Creek Road at 2-4 pm Dec. 4 - Castlegar friends of Parks and Trails AGM - 7 p.m. at

the Castlegar Complex. Will discuss Trans-Canada trail options in the West Kootenay. dec. 6 - twin rivers chorale christmas concert - Takes place

at 7 p.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 713 - 4th Street. Come and enjoy the concert, Christmas sing-a-long, and refreshments afterwards. Admission by donation. dec. 16 - The Annual Christmas Carol Sing - from 2-4 at New

Life Assembly, 602 – 7th Street (behind Castlegar Primary School). You are invited to come and sing your favourite Christmas carols and songs and hear local choirs perform. Donation by monetary or non-perishable gift to the Harvest Food Bank.

Ongoing

ongoing: nobody’s perfect FREE parenting education & support program - Mondays &

Tuesdays for 3 weeks. November 5, 6, 12, 13, and 19th 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. At the Castlegar Community Services (Sun Centre) Pre-registration is required.

Please call 250.365.2104 Ext. 35 ongoing: SLOCAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY AUTHORS READINGS: G.

Jake Conkin, cowboy poet and (children’s) author on Sunday October 21 at 1:00, Nelson’s Anne DeGrace on Sunday, November 4 at 1:00. and on November 25 at 1:00, Gary Wright of New Denver. Need info? 2267312. ongoing: tops group meets every wednesday - 8:30 a.m. to

10 a.m. at Kinnaird Hall 2320 Columbia Avenue. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy and lose weight. Join round table discussions and make new friends. Monthly fee of $10. FMI call 365-7956. ongoing: sharing dinner pot.

You are welcome for a hot meal Tuesdays at 12 noon starting on Oct. 2 at the Cadet Hall on 8th Avenue in Castlegar, two blocks from the library. No charge. Sponsored by the Stonesoup committee. All are welcome! ongoing: friday youth program at blueberry creek - Are you

a youth in Castlegar looking for something to do on Friday nights? Why not check out the Friday Night Youth program at Blueberry Creek Community School? Manager Cindy Cropley and team ensure a fun, safe night for kids in the area to watch a movie in Blueberry’s very own movie theatre, play games and sports in the gym and just hang out with friends. For grades K - 5, the program time is 6:308pm and for grades 6 and up, the program happens from 8-10pm. Check out the B.C.C.S. facebook page for movie listings and other information or phone 250-3657201. Ongoing: Castlegar A.A. meetings at the Pioneer Arena - Sun.

at 10 a.m. (phone Mike at 3658302), Tues. at 7 p.m. (phone Dennis at 365-2738), Thurs. at 8 p.m. (phone Jim at 365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m. (phone Leonard at 365-7805) ongoing: Special olympics BC - Castlegar is having a bottle drive. Please call 250-919-0757. ongoing: The Castlegar & District Hospital Auxiliary Treasure Shop located at 210 - 11th

Avenue (across from the Library) has a slight change in daily hours of operation. Monday - Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday closed until noon in order to deal with general maintenance and will open 12 noon - 4 p.m. Friday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please drop off your precious donations Mondays and Saturdays. However, if this is not an option, please call 250-365-7317 so that

we can make arrangements. You are invited to enter our Customer Appreciation weekly draw throughout the month of December. The Silent Auction is up and running until December 8 featuring Christmas light-up décor, beautiful jewellery, pottery as well as many other items of interest. The Castlegar Hospital Gift Shop is featuring a variety of new winter clothing for the little ones. Clearance sale of summer clothing is discounted at 20%. The Auxiliary is looking for a few good people to volunteer their time in a rewarding and friendly atmosphere. Please stop by and fill out an application. ongoing: Castlegar judo club

- Monday, Thursday evenings from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Twin Rivers School gym. Old and new members welcome. Register anytime. From aged 8 years and up. FMI call John Gibson 250-3654763. ongoing: TOASTMASTERS MEETINGS The local Toastmasters club,

the Sentinel Speakers, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Inn Castlegar on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Learn speaking skills, gain confidence and have some fun! Guests warmly welcomed. For more information please call Diane Cushing at 250-365-8336. ongoing: Castlegar senior’s activities at the Rec Centre for November.

Mon. 10:00 Darts 1:00 Whist Tues. 9:30 Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling, 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Pool Wed. 9:30 Floor Curling 1:00 Bingo,day before Thurs. Meeting 7:00 Rummoli 10:00 21st Raspberry Reunion Thurs. 9:30 Floor Curling 1st. 2:00 Gen. Meeting 1:00 Bingo just not on 1st. 15th. @2 Tea Dance Fri. 1:00 Bridge/Crib Sat. 17th, Soup Day 11:30-1:00 ongoing: special olympics castlegar needs volunteers - For

more information please call 250-919-0757.

ongoing: Book Under Every Tree call for books- Do you have

any new or gently used books for children or adults to donate for a Christmas hamper? Please drop off books between Nov. 26th and Dec.14th to Castlegar & District Public Library, Selkirk College Library, Kootenay Family Place, Robson Community School, Blueberry Creek Community School Hub, or Zellstoff Celgar. For more info contact Alana at 250.304.6862 or email: amurdoch@cbal.org

ongoing: H2O: Come for dinner and a movie! Kinnaird Park

Community Church is hosting a 10 week course offering an opportunity to learn and inquire about the Christian faith. Come and get answers to the life questions that have haunted you in an environment of openness and mutual respect. You are welcome to join us for any of the sessions. The course runs every Thursday from Oct. 4 - Dec. 6, 6:30pm @ 1250 26th St. (in the old Kinnaird Middle School). If you are interested please contact Pastor Rob Scott at 365-3430.

ongoing: robson market is open

except for long weekends. 8-11 a.m. at the Robson Community Hall. Homestyle breakfasts, come enjoy and maybe find some treasures. Tables for vendors. Phone 250-365-3796.

ongoing: KPKids This is a fun,

free program for children (Kindergarten - Gr. 4) held every Wednesday from 6:30pm8:00pm at Kinnaird Park Community Church. The fall semester starts on Wednesday, Oct. 3 and runs for 10 weeks. There is also a group for kids in grades 5-8 called “Crush” held on the same night at the same time. For more information call the church at 365-3430.

ongoing: Mom’s Support Group

Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to noon. (changed from Wed. afternoons). Castlegar Community Services, Sun Centre. All moms welcome to this loosely structured group for support in challenges of being a mom. No referral required. Comments/queries: Sandi McCreight 250.365.2104 ext. 42 ongoing: castlegar & district hospital foundation light up campaign - The Foundation is

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

ongoing: columbia basin alliance for literacy - programs

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

Ongoing: Castlegar Garden Club meets third Wednesday of the month – 7:00 p.m. at the

Community Complex. Discover the Castlegar Garden Club and be dazzled by the depth of knowledge of our monthly speakers. Garden inspirations will linger long after the meeting is over. New members always welcome. Information: Rose Cheveldave 250.365.9600 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

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VICTORIA – Neither of the oil pipeline projects proposed to cross B.C. should go ahead unless the federal government’s environmental assessment system is restored after Conservative government amendments, NDP leader Thomas Mulcair said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters on a campaign swing to back Murray Rankin’s run in a Nov. 26 by-election, Mulcair said the Conservative government’s proposed exemption of most lakes and rivers from federal environmental scrutiny is added to earlier changes that weaken the process too much for it to be reliable. Both Mulcair and B.C. NDP leader Adrian Dix have strongly opposed Enbridge’s Northern Gateway oil pipeline planned from Alberta to Kitimat. Dix has refrained from making a similar call on Kinder Morgan’s proposal to twin the TransMountain pipeline from Edmonton to Burnaby. But Mulcair said there is no way such an expansion could proceed with the rules the way

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CASTLEGAR, BC Federal NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (left) joins Victoria by-election candidate Murray Rankin on a campaign tour Tom Fletcher, Black Press

they are. “To the extent that you can’t even discuss these things in the absence of a thorough, credible, complete assessment process, you can’t therefore even discuss an increase in flow and an increase in tanker traffic, because the condition is carrying out a thorough examination,” Mulcair said. “And the Conservatives have gutted that. They’ve rendered it meaningless.” Rankin, a lawyer who advised the B.C. NDP on its plan to withdraw B.C. from the joint review of Northern Gateway, is

running in a by-election to replace retired Victoria MP Denise Savoie. Rankin agreed with Mulcair that the Kinder Morgan proposal shouldn’t proceed with the current system, adding that there has not yet been a formal application for the TransMountain expansion. Mulcair said the most damaging change is making assessments subject to cabinet approval, so even if an expert panel rejects a project, it can be overruled. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has insisted that Northern Gateway and other

projects will still be approved or denied on scientific grounds only. When federal Transport Minister Denis Lebel announced changes to the Navigable Waters Protection Act in October, he said the 1882 legislation had greatly overextended its original intent. Lebel cited a lake near Edmonton that required 80 separate federal assessments to build boat docks for cottages. Other environmental laws still apply to protect lakes and rivers, whether they are navigable or not, he said.

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Jobs

Plenty of job opportunities in trucking industry

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Job seekers are in luck when it comes to the commercial road transportation industry in British Columbia. Trucking companies throughout B.C. require professional drivers, mechanics, dispatchers and operations staff right now, which means that job seekers with experience and/or training may find work within their preferred region. For those considering training prior to joining the workforce, demand for skilled workers in the industry is likely to grow – to 2020 and beyond. There are a number of reasons for this. For truck drivers, the industry is facing a North America-wide shortage because most are 45 years of age or older and nearing retirement (in fact, in

Canada, according to a report by the Canada Trucking Human Resources Council, 58 percent of long-haul truck drivers fall in this age range). Similar shortages exist for other jobs, including diesel engine and heavy duty mechanics. In the West Kootenay, the shortage of truck drivers is so extreme that companies are looking overseas. “Trucking right now, not just our area but North Americanwide, is facing a large shortage of professional drivers,” says Andy Roberts, president of Mountain Transport Institute (MTI) in Castlegar. “We saw the shortage coming on back in 2008 before the economy slowed down. It sort of got hidden while the economy slowed. Now that the things have picked up, there’s a lot of employers looking

for qualified drivers.” Roberts says that local companies have started to hire drivers from Jamaica. “There’s quite a few employers bringing in experienced foreign drivers,” he said. “We’re actually working with a company from Penticton and they are recruiting drivers overseas, primarily from Jamaica. We actually travel to Jamaica to do driver evaluations on those drivers. When they do come to Canada, they come to MTI in Castlegar first and we upgrade any of their skills that are required and help with their road tests and medicals and such.” Roberts says there just aren’t currently enough Canadians entering the industry to fill the void being left by the retirement of experienced drivers. Aside from worker

shortages, economic growth in the AsiaPacific Gateway is also driving demand for workers in transportation. This applies not only to companies in the Lower Mainland, but in other regions as well, since the AsiaPacific “Gateway” is actually made up of an integrated supply chain of airports, seaports, rail and road connections, and border crossings, from Prince Rupert to Surrey, with links supplied by trucking. Today’s trucking industry is an exciting place to be. Equipment in many companies is state of the art, meaning increased comfort and ease for drivers and opportunities for mechanics to work with technologically advanced systems, keeping both their skills and interest engaged. Dispatch relies on so-

phisticated tracking and routing systems. Others on the operations side also use information technology of many kinds to deal with everything from licences and permits, to customer services, accounting, sales and marketing. And, people joining the industry have many career choices. Drivers, for example, may work close to home as pick-up and delivery or short-haul drivers. Those who like the idea of travelling across Canada or North America can become long-haul drivers for an employer or work as owneroperators. Drivers may haul consumer goods, fuel, logs, heavy-duty equipment, livestock – most of what we purchase or consume spent some time on the road with a commercial truck! If you already

have experience as a driver, mechanic or operations worker, most companies advertise jobs on their websites. Members of the BC Trucking Association from across the province may post jobs under Careers on www.bctrucking. com, and the provincial and federal governments maintain job sites at WorkBC (http://www.workbc. ca/Jobs/) and Working in Canada (http:// www.workingincanada.gc.ca/ - choose to Explore Careers by Occupation, then by Region). Within your own community, it may also pay to approach a company you’d like to work for, drop off a résumé and inquire if and when they’ll be hiring. If you’d like to enter the industry but need training, there are also many avenues to explore.

Although there is not a standard training course for professional drivers, there are numerous private schools throughout B.C. that offer programs. For information on trucking careers in general, see www.truckingcareers. ca. Your own community and region depend on trucking. It may also offer the right career for you. Mountain Transport offers a 12-week program for anyone interested in becoming a truck driver. The course includes eight weeks in the classroom and four weeks on the job training. “Providing you have the ability to learn all those skills, it results in a good quality, professional driving job with a good quality carrier,” says Roberts.

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Arts/Entertainment

Local brass quintet is set to take your breath away submitted

What kind of music can you make with five bells and a whole lot of hot air? Just about any kind! The Kootenay Brass Quintet is thrilled to present its debut performance on Sunday, November 18 at Castlegar United Church as part of the Kootenay Gallery TD Bank Sunday Concert concert series, a musical travelogue spanning several continents and centuries. The Kootenay Brass Quintet features trumpeters Laurel Ralston and Tim Bullen, hornist Arnie Satanove, trombonist Keith Todd, and tubist Robin Clegg. All five musicians are current members of the Symphony of the Koote-

nays, but in their respective careers they have performed in a wide range of musical settings – funk, rock, folk, and jazz bands, musical theatre, orchestral and chamber music – bringing a wealth of experience to the group. The Kootenay Brass Quintet’s upcoming performance will showcase the group’s skill and artistry with great selections written especially for brass quintet – like renowned Canadian composer Howard Cable’s ever-popular ‘A Newfoundland Sketch’ and 17thcentury antiphonal pieces by Paul Peuerl – and excellent arrangements of hit Broadway tunes, folk songs, military band standards, and much more.

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Kootenay Brass Quintet, from left, Arnie Satanove, Tim Bullen, Laurel Ralston, Keith Todd, and Robin Clegg. Submitted photo

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of what these instruments can do.’ The place and time, once again, are the Castlegar United Church on Merry Creek Road, Sunday November 18 at 1:30 p.m. General Admission is $12 and Kootenay Gallery Members $10. For more information call 250-3653337 or visit www. kootenaygallery.com.

Friday November 30, 2012

Downtown Castlegar

17th Annual

Schedule of Events:

Zellstoff Celgar Major Sponsor!

Parade Of Lights 6:00 pm

3rd Street &Columbia Ave (Pharmasave). To Columbia and 13th Ave (Kootenay Critters). Parade will pass twice.

Craig Lindsay Castlegar News Reporter

The Bloomin’ Christmas Planter Affair is back for another year. The people at Communities in Bloom (CIB) are looking for volunteers to help beautify planters in the downtown core just in time for the holiday season. “We’re creating an opportunity for the community to sparkle up these planters,” said CIB volunteer Kari Burk. “They can put in whatever they’d like. They can do it as a group or as an individual or with their family.” There are 11 planters in total that are up for grabs. They are located in front of Castlewood Village. “They can claim whichever planter they’d like,” said Burk. “Come down and have some fun and put some sparkle into our community.” To claim a planter, contact Burk at 250-

‘One of the best things about brass instruments is their versatility,’ Robin remarks. ‘They can be loud and flashy or soft and lyrical, sound regal and dignified or raucous and jazzy. Brass instruments have been used for centuries all over the world in art music and folk music. We want to give our audience a taste

Parade entry forms available at the Chamber of Commerce and City Hall

365-3071 or email burkyworld@gmail. com. “There’s a deadline of Nov. 26,” she said. “You can build a structure on to it and add to that. But everything you put on has to be able to withstand the different weather it’ll go through in the next little while. We’d like it to stay there after Christmas if it can. So come on down and put some love and life into these. Turn off the TV or XBox and have some fun.” The planters will be recognized at the Castlegar Winterfest Celebration on Nov. 30 at City Hall Spirit Square.

Tree Lighting and Visits with Santa at City Hall Spirit Square 6:30pm Join Castlegar City Council and Santa on stage Family Entertainment starting at 5:00pm The Rec Rockers Food Vendors starting at 5:00 pm and Much More!

Columbia Power Corporation Community Christmas • November 25th from 10 – 2pm Free swim – 11 to 1pm • Free skate 2 – 4 pm – Castlegar Recreation Complex Please note that Columbia Avenue will be closed to traffic in the following locations on Friday, November 30th: 5:00 pm - 6:30pm: 6th St to 2nd St. Please use 6th St/9th Ave & 2nd St. to bypass. 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm: 13th Ave to 3rd St. Please use 13th Ave to bypass

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Region Conference looks at extreme weather’s impact on infrastructure Craig Lindsay Castlegar News Reporter

Municipal government staff and elected officials from throughout the Columbia Basin region were in Castlegar last Thursday and Friday for a two day

workshop on extreme weather and infrastructure. “We’ve had a wonderfully high registration,” said Ingrid Liepa, communications and outreach coordinator for Columbia Basin Trust communities adapting to cli-

mate change. “I think we had over 50 people from throughout the basin.” The conference was split into two sections each with their own workshop leader. The leaders were Joe and Joan Nodelman from Nodelcorp.

“They’re experts and they’re here on behalf of Engineers Canada,” said Liepa. “They’ve done a lot of really groundbreaking work on how municipalities can assess their infrastructures for vulnerabilities to extreme weather

and climate impact. They’re bringing this knowledge to the ba-

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vulnerability assessments on local infrastructure.”

The public is encouraged to attend the Board meeting of the West KootenayBoundary Regional Hospital District on: Wednesday, November 21st 6:00 p.m. Purcell Room Castlegar Community Complex Castlegar, BC The Board will bid farewell to retiring Secretary Jim Gustafson and welcome new Secretary Brian Carruthers. To view the agenda, please see http://rdck.bc.ca/hospitalboard/ wkbr_hospital_district.html For more information, contact Anitra Winje at 250.352.8166 or awinje@rdck.bc.ca

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Residents of the Columbia River Basin are encouraged to help shape the future of the long-term Columbia River Treaty through a series of eight workshops which began Nov. 14 and wind up on Nov. 29, 2012. The workshops provide the public with the opportunity for input into the future of the Columbia River Treaty, a trans-boundary, water-management agreement between the United States and Canada. This is the second round of public workshops on the Columbia River Treaty - the first were held in spring 2012. “Our government is committed to hearing from Columbia Basin residents on the future of the Columbia River Treaty,” said Bill Bennett, Kootenay East MLA.

“During the spring sessions, you told us that environmental issues and more economic development opportunities are important to people living in the Basin. This November, we want to hear from you again. Your input will ensure that Basin perspectives, values and interests are considered.” Under the Canada-British Columbia Agreement (1963), Canada is required to obtain the B.C. government’s consent before terminating or amending the Columbia River Treaty. Either Canada or the United States can unilaterally terminate the treaty on or after Sept. 16, 2024, with at least ten years’ notice. “Decisions about the Columbia River Treaty are important to the well-being of Basin residents,” said Deb Kozak, chair, CRT Local Govern-

ments’ Committee. “The CRT Local Governments’ Committee encourages residents to come out to these sessions to learn about the information the Province is collecting for the Review and express their views.” There are a number of ways for Basin residents to become involved in the Columbia River Treaty Review: • Subscribe to the Columbia River Treaty Review enewsletter at www. newsroom.gov.bc.ca/ enews-subscribe.html • Columbia River Treaty Review website: www.gov.bc.ca/ columbiarivertreaty •Remaining evening consultation workshops are planned for the following locations and dates: • Nelson, Nov.27 • Trail, Nov.28 • Nakusp, Nov.29

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On November 9, Castlegar RCMP Cst. Rob Gardner presented Connor Lauriault with an iPad, case and $200 worth of iTunes credits to help him out at school and at home. Lauriault, who is eight years-old, lives with Autism Spectrum Disorder which impacts his motor skills, cognitive skills, communication and

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social development. He attends grade two at a local elementary school where he has access to a computer; however, his motor abilities are limited and an iPad will allow Lauriault to tap and slide rather than use a keyboard, which should increase his written output abilities. An iPad is viewed by peers as positive and acceptable and increases opportunities for peer interaction.

After going on his first Cops for Kids bike ride, Cst. Gardner is glad to see one of the many children who are helped by the ride. “This year was my first ride with the team,” he said. “It was an amazing experience. I was able to meet many other police officers, sheriffs and CBSA personnel. We met many of the Cops for Kids ambassadors along our almost 1,000 km route.”

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La Dolce Vita It started with a simple enough idea. Avoid the temptation to start watching US presidential election returns from the moment the first polls closed by catching up on some episodes of The Big C. We don’t have cable or satellite TV but pretty much everything is available elsewhere, if you look hard enough. So I wanted to make a snacky but tasty dinner and opted for chicken wings. Melt butter, add garlic powder and hot sauce and stir. Dip the wings in the butter mixture, then roll in bread crumbs, freshly grated parmesan, salt and pepper and place on a baking sheet. Into a 350 degree oven for about 50 minutes. Meanwhile, put some baby red potatoes on the boil until just about done. Drain and dry them on the heat, add a splash of olive oil, salt and pepper, then dump them into a baking pan and put them in the oven, too. Watch an episode

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“We’oohed and ahhed about the parmesan wings and crispy, creamy potatos and drew the beans from our teeth.” When the 50 minutes was up I pulled out the wings and spuds, then put a pack of frozen edamame beans into the microwave. A few minutes later we were back in front of the television, watching the televisions series about a train wreck of a couple, she with cancer and he having suffered a massive heart attack in season two. We oohed and aahed about the parmesan wings and crispy, creamy potatoes and

drew the beans from their pods through our teeth. And we immediately started raving about this incredible wine. To be honest, we hadn’t been to Stag’s Hollow Winery in many years. It’s located a few klicks off Highway 97 between Skaha Lake and Oliver, quite near to another terrific winery. Wild Goose. But we always seem to be headed for some place or another and just haven’t made the time to take the turnoff. We rectified that error last month, and what a treat! Earlier this year, Winepress Northwest magazine named Stag’s Hollow the BC Winery of the Year. A steady stream of awards and medals are indications that this small producer has a big, and wellearned, reputation. In our visit, as we tasted our way through the wines we were blown away by the quality and variety. The reds, especially, were outstanding and it’s easy to see some of them improving for a decade or more.

Stag’s Hollow is owned by Larry Gerelus and Linda Pruegger, both of whom were in the Alberta oil industry before buying the ten-acre property near Okanagan Falls. The winery’s first crush was in 1995 and it has remained a relatively small producer that seems to only improve with age. Our bottle of 2009 The Heritage Block is a Bordeaux-style wine with a bit of an unusual recipe. It contains only 5% Cab Sauv, with 32% Cab Franc and 63% Merlot. We both love Cab Franc, with its cigar box and leather notes and we decided this was one of our favourite wines in recent memory. I look forward to trying our other purchases over the winter. The excitement that we felt when we sampled the Stag’s Hollow lineup served as a reminder not to take those off-highway wineries for granted. The extra minutes to get to them are short, but the rewards are often very long, just like The Heritage Block finish.

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hour strike action,” said picketer Julia Stockhausen, who works at Kootenay Family Place in the infant developmnent program. “We’ve been negotiating for awhile. We want to let them know we’re not happy and we want to make a statement.” “We have been bargaining for about eight months, but are not currently at the table,” said fellow picketer Teri Ferworn. Ferworn says that since 2004, community social service workers have given up more than $300 million, money that has not been restored. “We are looking for a fair and reasonable deal with modest increases,” she said. Also walking out were similar agencies in Trail and Nelson.

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Focusing on community culture SUBMITTED

On Nov. 1, the Castlegar Arts Council held its 38th Annual General Meeting in the Castlegar Community Complex. They had a great turnout with more than 12 members and representatives from the Kootenay Gallery, Castlegar & District Recreation Department, the Selkirk Spinners & Weavers, West Kootenay Camera Club, Castlegar & District Historical Society, the City of Castlegar, local artists and photographers and other guests in attendance. During the AGM, President Leni Normington detailed a list of activities that the Arts Council oversees. The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance Granting program, Castlegar Embetsu Educational Exchange Committee, Art Walk 2012, Kootenay Festival, and representation on the Cultural Advisory Committee all took their turn in the spotlight. The Arts Council’s role with these activities is to provide support, financial adminis-

The annual Art Walk, which kicked off in late spring, is just one of the events overseen by the Castlegar Arts Council. File photo

tration or hands-on work to continue building the cultural momentum in our community and region. For the 16th Art Walk, there were 27 artists displayed in 25 business mini-galleries with a very successful opening event held at the Castlegar Community Complex. Local businesses were thanked again for their willingness to provide ‘gallery space’ and revenue through venue fees. Treasurer Jacquie Hamilton noted that Art Walk continues to be financially selfsupporting. A star of the eve-

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ning was definitely the announcement of the 2012 Nesika Provincial Award Nomination for the Castlegar Arts Council. Partnering with the Recreation Department to showcase the cultural diversity of our community, the Kootenay Festival Planning Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers with a passionate interest and commitment to promoting local arts and multiculturalism within the Kootenay region. Another star of the night was Donna Shauer, a local graphic designer who has designed and created an e-newsletter

to keep people in the ‘arts loop.’ You can subscribe to the newsletter at castlegarts@gmail.com. A huge thank you goes out to the volunteers, staff, and anyone else who lent a helping hand in making these events a success. The Election of Officers followed. The 2012-2013 Arts Council Executive is Leni Normington, President; Val Field, Vice-President; Jacquie Hamilton, Treasurer; and Margo Saunders, Secretary. Memb ers-at-large include Chris D’Arcy, Peter Perepolkin, Sandra Donohue, and Gordon Turner. The meeting ended on a very positive note with announcements about the upcoming Kootenay Gallery Christmas Show and the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Christmas Show. Established more than 38 years ago to support and nurture arts and culture in Castlegar, it was clear at this years’ AGM that the Castlegar Arts Council continues to thrive and integrate arts into the fabric of our everyday lives.

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A strong immune system is the body’s best defense against colds and flu. Good nutrition is key to building your body’s defenses. Help fight common bugs by filling your diet with healthy foods. Load up on fruits and vegetables. They contain powerful antioxidants, vitamins and minerals which will build up your immune system to help fight off illness. Choose brightly coloured or dark green fruits and veggies for the most antioxidants. Aim for seven to eight servings per day. One serving equals one small to medium sized piece of fruit or vegetable or half a cup of chopped. Digestive health plays an important role in preventing sickness. Normally, your body contains “friendly” bacteria, or flora, that help fight off any “bad” bacteria trying to gain access to your system. Diets high in refined

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You can help restore healthy digestive flora by eating foods that naturally contain good bacteria... You can help restore healthy digestive flora by eating foods that naturally contain good bacteria and/or by taking a probiotic supplement. Probiotics can be found naturally in fermented foods such as yogurt, buttermilk, miso, tempeh, and fresh sauerkraut. Vitamin D is also thought to play an important role in strengthening the immune system. Health Canada recommends 200-600 IU per day depending on age.

Some other national health organizations recommend higher doses. For instance the Canadian Cancer Society recommends 1000 IU per day for adults during the fall and winter months. Dietary sources of vitamin D include milk, fortified soy beverage, salmon, tuna, sardines and egg yolks. Talk to your health care provider to learn if you are getting enough Vitamin D. Of course nutrition is only part of the solution. Exercise is also a powerful way to bolster your immune system. Among the many benefits of exercise is stress reduction. Stress takes a significant toll on our immune system so it’s important to take time for yourself. Get out for a brisk walk, bike ride, take part in yoga, or any physical activity that you enjoy! Simone Jennings is a Community Nutritionist with Interior Health

Help Inform the Future of the Columbia River Treaty The Province of British Columbia invites you to a Columbia River Treaty Review consultation workshop with information on future Treaty scenarios. Find out how your interests may be affected. We want your input on the future of the Treaty. The Columbia River Treaty Local Governments’ Committee encourages you to join them and be heard at a community near you. Jaffray

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JOB POSTING REGULAR FULL-TIME JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC JOB POSTING The City of Castlegar is seeking a regular full-time Journeyman Mechanic. The shift REGULAR FULL-TIME JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC and hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday inclusive from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 with 1/2 hourisforseeking lunch on fly. full-time Journeyman Mechanic. The shift The p.m. City of Castlegar a the regular

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and hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday inclusive from 7:00 a.m. to Summary of Position: 3:00 p.m. with 1/2 hour for lunch on the fly. Performs highly skilled mechanical repair work of a relatively complex nature at the journeyman under the general supervision of the Mechanical Shop Foreman. Summary oflevel Position: Work involves the diagnosis, overhaul and repair of mechanical malfunctions in all Performs highly skilled mechanical repair work of a relatively complex nature at the City vehicles and heavy construction and service equipment. journeyman level under the general supervision of the Mechanical Shop Foreman. Work involves the diagnosis, overhaul and repair of mechanical malfunctions in all Further particulars of job responsibilities may be obtained by viewing a copy of the City vehicles and heavy construction and service equipment. position description at City Hall, or on the City’s web-site at www.castlegar.ca Further particulars of job responsibilities may be obtained by viewing a copy of the Essential Qualifications: position description at City Hall, or on the City’s web-site at www.castlegar.ca • Valid Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Trades Qualification Ticket • BC Driver’s Licence Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement Essential Qualifications: • Valid Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Trades Qualification Ticket Desirable Qualifications: BC Driver’s in Licence 3 with Air Brake Endorsement •• Experience electricClass and acetylene welding

Desirable Qualifications: This is a union position. The salary is $31.45 per hour (March 1, 2012) for a 40 hour • Experience electric and acetylene work week. In in accordance with Letter ofwelding Understanding #10 of the Collective Agreement, a Trades Qualification Premium of $1.40 per hour is applicable to this This is a union position. The salary is $31.45 per hour (March 1, 2012) for a 40 hour position. work week. In accordance with Letter of Understanding #10 of the Collective Agreement, afrom Trades Qualification Premium of $1.40 per hour isby applicable to this Applications qualified candidates should be submitted 4:30 p.m., Friday, position. 7, 2012 to: December Applications from qualified candidates should be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, Personnel Officer December 7, 2012 to: City of Castlegar 460 Columbia Avenue Personnel Castlegar, BCOfficer V1N 1G7 FAX:of 365-4810 City Castlegar PHONE: 365-7227 460 Columbia Avenue E-mail: stassone@castlegar.ca Castlegar, BC V1N 1G7 FAX: 365-4810 Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information PHONE: 365-7227and Protection of Privacy Act, the information collectedE-mail: will be utilized solely for the selection of candidates. stassone@castlegar.ca Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information collected will be utilized solely for the selection of candidates. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mount Sentinel Wildcats senior boys volleyball team: (from left) assistant coach Derek Sherbinin, Devon Kabatoff, Ryan Hernandez, Jake Sherbinin, Dale Strong, Josh Roberts, Brady Beauchamp, Brent Malakoff, Spencer Legebokoff, coach Glen Campbell. (Sitting) Jessie Strong. The Wildcats placed first recently in a tournament at Mount Baker Secondary in Cranbrook. Mt. Sentinel, a single A school, had to get past several strong ‘AA’ and ‘AAA’ schools to claim the victory. Submitted photo

SHSS volleyball squads ready for play-offs Craig Lindsay Castlegar News Reporter

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Volleyball teams at Stanley Humphries Secondary School are gearing up for playoffs as the season winds down. The senior girls team is playing at David Thompson Secondary in Invermere next weekend and will face off against Prince Charles from Creston, J.L. Crowe from Trail, Golden, and the host Invermere squad for the Kootenay ‘AA’ title. “For the grade 12’s, it’s their final weekend of volleyball,” said coach Andraya Hughes. “We’re feeling pretty torn about it - excited about playing, but realizing that it’s our last time together as a team.” The senior girls competed at a tournament at Mount Baker in Cranbrook this past weekend and although they didn’t win any matches against the tough competition, they won some

sets and played some really strong games, said Hughes. The junior boys team will play their championship at Mt. Sentinel in South Slocan on Nov. 21. The junior girls recreational team will play on Nov. 23 at Mt. Sentinel. The grade 8 girls will play at Mt. Sentinel on Nov. 24. The junior girls competitive team is hosting the West Koo-

tenay zone championships this Saturday at SHSS. Games start at 9:30 a.m. and go all day with the finals at 4:30 p.m. Also participating are teams from Boundary Central in Midway, L.V. Rogers from Nelson, Mount Sentinel, and Grand Forks. Schedule: SHSS 1 plays Nelson at 9:30 a.m., Midway at 11:40 a.m., and

Mt. Sentinel at 1 p.m. SHSS 2 plays Mt. Sentinel 2 at 9:30 a.m., Grand Forks at 11:40 a.m., and Nelson 2 at 1 p.m. Following the completion of the roundrobin, the play-offs begin at 1:45 p.m. The semi-finals are at 3:15 p.m. The championship game goes 4:30 p.m. on court 1, while the third place game goes at the same time on court 2.

Megan Stoushnow of the SHSS senior girls volleyball team taps the ball over the net as teammate Kelsey Matson looks on in a recent home match. Craig Lindsay photo

should not exist,” stated the NDP MP. “I am confident that the billboard’s powerful message will direct public attention and outrage to a business that is unhealthy, unnecessary and morally reprehensible.” Atamanenko has

Culture change needed to erase bullying SUBMITTED -GOVT. OF BC

VANCOUVER More than 130 students, anti-bullying experts, and key stakeholders came together at Premier Christy Clark’s ERASE Bullying Summit to identify key priorities and actions that will help school, communities and individuals work together to combat bullying. “The summit brought together a wide range of participants who were in agreement: stopping bullying requires a culture change in our schools, homes and communities,” said Premier Clark. “Community agencies, parents, educators, and

students all need to play a role. The commitment coming out of today’s meeting is to build on our momentum and work together to build a culture of kindness, caring and respect where no child has to wake up in the morning and go to school worrying about what will happen to them that day.” At the ERASE (Expect Respect and A Safe Education) Bullying Summit participants shared their views on how to best deal with bullying and bring about the changes needed to create safe inclusive schools and communities. The audience also heard compelling personal stories from

“The reporting tool makes it easier for students to take a stand and report bullying .” Education Minister Don McRae students about the impact bullying has had on their lives. Summit participants also discussed cyberbullying - the newest form of bullying, and how the anonymity of technology has given bullies new weapons like text messaging, chat rooms, and social media outlets to intimidate people. “Bullying shouldn’t

be a rite of passage for young people,” said Premier Clark. “We need to make sure that those who target others, whether in a school hallway or in cyberspace, understand the real world consequences of their actions and become leaders for changing school culture.” Education Minister Don McRae provided an update on the province’s 10-point ERASE Bullying Strategy, which included today’s launch of the new ERASEBullying.ca web portal and the new ReportBullyingBC.ca online reporting tool. The new website provides vital information, links and tips for parents and students while

the new online reporting tool provides students a secure and anonymous way to report instances of bullying, threats and other safety concerns. “The reporting tool makes it easier for students to take a stand and report bullying,” said McRae. “We were pleased to unveil the tool today at the summit and we received some good feedback and suggestions. More importantly, the participants will help spread the word among students that they can easily and anonymously report incidents or threats from a smartphone or computer when and where they feel safe to do so.”

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The local Toastmasters Club, the Sentinel Speakers, held a successful Open House on November 7. Toastmasters International, founded in 1924, is a proven product, regarded as the leading organization dedicated to communication and leadership skill devel-

opment.Through its worldwide network of clubs, Toastmasters helps nearly 280,000 people communicate effectively and achieve the confidence to lead others. Why pay thousands of dollars for a seminar or class when you can join a Toastmasters club for a fraction of the cost and have fun in the process?

Mark Sirges, President of the club, entertained the crowd with his stories of how Toastmasters has helped him and others both professionally and personally. Heather Love, Vice President of Education, described the self-paced program of speaking and leadership projects that has worked for thousands

of people. These presentations were followed by a shortened version of a normal Toastmasters meeting, with a prepared speech, an evaluation of the speech, and an impromptu speaking exercise called Table Topics. People interested in Toastmasters who missed this Open House are welcome to

attend a club meeting as a guest. The club meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Fireside Inn, Castlegar. Toastmasters clubs provide a supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills.

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dercover investigations and reports such as “Pasture to Plate”, which is available on the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition website. “Also, drugs that are strictly prohibited in food animals such as ‘phenylbutazone’ (nicknamed ‘horse’s aspirin’) are commonly administered to horses with only a small amount tested,” concluded Atamanenko. “I urge everyone in BC Southern Interior to learn more and do whatever they can to help shut this industry down.”

BC Southern Interior MP Alex Atamanenko

to Animals they go around rescuing old, sick and abandoned horses from abusive situations right across Canada and the US,” said Atamanenko. “The reality is that kill buyers pick up horses that were raised, medicated and put up for sale for any number of reasons at auction and elsewhere across Canada and the United States to service a horsemeat market in the EU and Canada.” Atamanenko says the cruel and inhumane way in which they are then transported and slaughtered has repeatedly been revealed in un-

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Alex Atamanenko, MP for BC Southern Interior, is celebrating the third anti-horse slaughter billboard that has just been erected, this time in Port Coquitlam, by the U.S.-based Angel Acres and supported by the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition. Two other billboards with the same message “Stop Slaughtering Us” are located in Ottawa and Calgary. “There is a long list of reasons why the business of selling horsemeat for human consumption

championed this cause with his private members bill C-322 (Slaughter of Horses for Human Consumption). Thousands of people have petitioned the government in support of this bill in the hopes of shutting down the industry. Tens of thousands of horses are delivered to Canadian slaughterhouses each year from the US where horse slaughter is illegal. “The horse slaughter industry would like you to think they are a necessary evil and that just like the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty

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Three-pack of weekend wins for Rebels

Craig Lindsay

Castlegar News Reporter

Three wins on the weekend over interdivisional opponents moved the Castlegar Rebels into a tie for first place in the Neil Murdoch division with Nelson. At least until Tuesday, when the Leafs beat Beaver Valley to regain the lead. “I thought we did pretty well,” said Rebels’ forward Stuart Walton. “We stuck to our systems and competed hard.” The Castlegar Rebels crushed the Beaver Valley Nitehawks 7-3 on Friday night at the Castlegar Complex. Leading the Rebs were forward Kody Disher with four assists and Bryan Lubin and captain Erik Alden with a pair of goals each. The Rebels took a 3-0 lead early in the first period with goals from Lubin, Diego Bartlett, and Alden. Nick Perez put BV on the board at 2:40 of the first with a power play marker to cut the score to 3-1. Castlegar scored four in a row (Alden, Lubin, Stu Walton, and Aaron Petten) to take a commanding 7-1 lead. The ‘Hawks scored

two late to salvage some dignity but it was far too late. “We always get up to play BV,” said Walton. “We had a good start there and had really good balanced scoring. It was good to see.” Jordan Gluck got the win in net for Castlegar stopping 17 of 20 BV shots. The Castlegar Rebels beat Spokane 4-0 Saturday in a penalty filled game at the Complex. Disher opened up the scoring at 16:01 of the the first period, assisted by Brenden Heinrich and Erik Alden. Heinrich put the Rebels up 2-0 shortly after with his own goal. Diego Bartlett then put the game away with two straight goals. Connor Beauchamp picked up the shut-out for Castlegar, turning away 32 Spokane shots. The Rebs trailed the Spokane Braves 2-0 midway through the second period during Sunday’s game in the Lilac City, but came back to win 5-3 led by two goals from first star Tanner Johnson. Also scoring for the Rebs were Hunter Jenerou, Walton, and Disher.

“We had a bit of a slow start, but definitely all the penalties hurt us,” said Walton. “They ended up I think 2 for 23 on the power play, so we ended up shorthanded for most of that game. (goalie Jordan) Gluck had a good game and kept us from going down more than two. We battled back, scored a short-handed goal and finished them off.” Gluck picked up the win and the third star of the game with a 40 save performance for Castlegar. The game on Sunday in Spokane is the first of seven straight road games for the Rebels, which includes a North Okanagan trip next weekend where they play Chase, Kamloops, and North Okanagan. Rebel Rousing: Rebel sniper Jamie Vlanich missed Sunday’s game after being suspended for being part of a second fight during the same stoppage on Saturday. Another Rebel forward, Kody Disher, will miss the Chase game Friday after being suspended in Spokane for receiving a game misconduct in the last 10 minutes.

— REBEL SCORING — PLAYER Stuart Walton Diego Bartlett Jamie Vlanich Kody Disher Bryan Lubin

# GP G A PTS PIM 7 21 14 16 30 13 12 18 12 9 21 40 28 13 5 15 20 39 22 20 5 10 15 74 15 16 8 6 14 47

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Castlegar Rebels forward Kody Disher brings the puck into the Beaver Valley zone during the second period of Friday’s game.

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— KIJHL STANDINGS — Kootenay Conference NEIL MURDOCH DIVISION TEAM GP W L T OTL PTS GF GA PCT. Nelson 22 16 5 1 0 33 106 55 .750 Castlegar 21 14 4 3 0 31 87 50 .738 Beaver Valley 20 10 8 1 1 22 71 69 .550 Spokane 22 7 13 1 1 16 75 100 .364 Grand Forks 22 2 18 0 2 6 44 113 .136

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OTL PTS GF GA PCT. 1 31 77 48 .738 0 28 80 77 .609 1 21 69 75 .525 2 18 70 61 .450 1 15 60 96 .326

Okanagan/Shuswap Conference DOUG BIRKS DIVISION

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Saints win streak hits double digits

Saints’ d-man Sandro Moser works over TWU’s Jamie Russell during Mark Janzen/TWU photo Saturday’s game in Langley.

Craig Lindsay

Castlegar News Reporter

The Selkirk Saints men’s college hockey team pushed their BCIHL league winning streak to 10 games after beating Trinity Western University twice on the road in Langley. Friday was a tough battle with the Saints needing to overcome a two goal deficit midway through the third period. After forcing overtime, Saints’ defence man Kam

Crawford picked up the game-winner scoring through traffic to complete the comeback. “On Friday, it was a combination of some bus legs and we came out a little slow expecting (it to be easy) based on the standings,” said Saints’ head coach Jeff Dubois. “I think the guys found out after 20 and then 40 minutes that you can’t approach a game like that. Even though TWU didn’t have any wins head-

ing into the weekend, they were hungry and desperate to get it done and they took advantage of their opportunities.” Jordan Wood and Logan Proulx led the way for the Saints, each picking up points on all four of Selkirk’s goals in regulation. Blueliner Jake Harcoff and forward Jamie Kreller put the hosts ahead by a pair early in the second following a scoreless first pe-

riod. The teams then traded goals, with Saints defenceman Brodie Gibbon and TWU’s Jamie Russell each scoring, before Proulx brought Selkirk back within one late in the frame. “Those first two periods were a bit of a wake-up call,” said Dubois. “We came out and played well in the third period to force overtime and then got the winner.” Saints netminder Chris Hurry received his second start of the regular season and stopped 17 of 21 shots before being relieved by Alex Sirard following the Spartans’ fourth goal. Sirard stopped all six shots he faced and picked up the win after his team scored the final three goals of the game. In the TWU net, Harry Fredeman was outstanding in turning aside 43 shots on the night. On Saturday afternoon, The Selkirk Saints had a little easier time, crushing the Spartans 8-2 behind two goals and an assist from captain Jordan Wood. Also scoring were Jackson Garrett, Beau Taylor,

Sandro Moser, Mason Spear, Connor Stephens, and John Proctor. Stephen Wolff picked up the win in goal after making 22 saves. “We learned our lesson from Friday night, we came out a lot stronger on Saturday,” said Dubois. “It was a close game through a period, but we kind of blew it open in the second and took it home in the third. We just did the things that make us successful.” Selkirk continues to get strong produc-

tion out of their top line of Wood, Proulx, and Garrett. “They were outstanding all weekend,” said Dubois. “They led the way for us all weekend. We had some injuries, Thomas Hardy and Cody Fidgett, who are both in the top 10 in league scoring, were injured and missed both games on the weekend. So we had some other guys step in and contribute. It was a good team effort offensively.” The Saints are off for a week and return

to action on Saturday, November 24 with a home game against Eastern Washington University from Cheney. “Eastern is a good team in our league,” said Dubois. “When they’re playing well, they’re really tough. They lost a couple this weekend but they came in on a bit of a streak. They’re also our closest geographical rival so their is a bit of a rivalry there. It’s also the first time we’ll play them this weekend.”

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West Kootenay EcoSociety presents Winter Craft Fair Dec 1st 10am - 4pm Central School Gym, 811 Stanley St, Nelson for more info ecosociety.ca

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Employment Career Opportunities ATTENTION LOGGERS! The Isley Group of Grande Prairie, AB. is currently hiring: Forestry Equipment Operators (Processor & Buncher) and Log Haul Truck Drivers. Please submit resume & driver’s abstract to: hr@isley.ca or fax: (780) 5321250

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In Memoriam

In Loving Memory

Gerry Lacasse

July 24, 1945 - November 20, 2008

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Feel no guilt in laughter, he would know how much we care Feel no sorrow in a smile that he’s not here to share. We cannot grieve forever, Gerry wouldn’t want us to He’d hope that we could carry on the way we always do So talk about the good times and the way we showed we cared, The days we spent together, the happiness we shared Let your memories surround you - when a word someone may say Will suddenly recapture a time, an hour, a day That brings him back as clearly as though he were still here And ﬁlls you with the feeling that he is always near For if you keep those moments, you will never be apart And Gerry will live forever, safety locked within your heart. With love always Darlene, the Lacasse & Moore families, and Gerry’s many treasured friends

Obituaries

Cards of Thanks

Albert Senior Calderbank FEBRUARY 20, 1922 - NOVEMBER 7, 2012 Beloved father, husband and friend to many died at home at Rose Wood Village in Trail, BC. A service was held at the Castelgar Anglican Church on November 13th at 2pm. Albert is survived by his dear wife Ida, son Philip, son Clive, daughter Carol and sister Alma. He was pre-deceased by his father Albert and his mother Ethel. Born in Southport, England, Albert proudly served in the Fire Service and the British Navy during the Second World War. His work as an Instrument Mechanic led him to Northern Rhodesia (Zambia) where he met and married his lovely wife Ida. Children soon followed and Albert, being adventurous, moved the family to England, Nigeria and eventually settled in Canada. Albert worked for the Pulp Mill in Castlegar for many years. He and Ida owned and operated Caldset Groceteria and Laundret. Over the years he volunteered and was involved with the Anglican Church and organizations such as The Masonic Lodge, The Royal Canadian Legion, The Boy Scouts and many others. He became a big part of the community and served as an Alderman on City Council, President of the Chamber of Commerce & Director of the Castlegar & District Development Board. Albert loved his family and especially enjoyed all the children in his life. Bear hugs were his specialty! He loved listening to music, singing and sailing and learned to ﬂy a light airplane. His many recitations of ‘Albert and the Lion’ were very entertaining. He always encouraged his family to try new things, limited only by their imagination. He will be sorely missed by us all. A heartfelt thank you to the extraordinary network of professionals and friends who cared for Albert. As an expression of sympathy donations gratefully accepted by: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #170 248 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 1G4

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Roses are Red , Violets are blue, It was a pleasure seeing all of you! Thank you to all my dear friends and family for attending my wonderful birthday parties on November 3rd. Thanks for all the ﬂowers, wine, candy, cards and good wishes! Thanks also to Kris, Larry, Patty, Clarke, Cole, Justin and Annette for all their hard work putting on these fabulous parties!

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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Operations Supervisor REPORTS TO: TERMINAL MANAGER, KAMLOOPS INDUSTRY: Transportation/Trucking LOCATION: Trail, BC

Our Trail Terminal is comprised of a small and hardworking group of employees. As a result this is a working-level supervisor role reporting to an off-site Terminal Manager. At times, this position will operate various pieces of yard equipment to unload fertilizer and acid units into railcars.

If interested apply online at www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join Our Team link or contact Russ Giese at: Westcan Bulk Transport, 965 McMaster Way Kamloops, BC V2C 6K2; 1.888.928.4473 or 1.250.374.7747 X 5.

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Kootenay Savings continues to strive to fulfill our vision:

To be the best provider of financial services and the best place to work in the communities we serve.

Career Opportunities

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

The incumbent is responsible for the overall operation of the branch and contributes to achieving the vision of Kootenay Savings through the efficient management of day to day branch operations as they relate to financial, employee, member and community responsibilities.

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A top 40 business in the Kootenays, specializes in the manufacturing, sales and service of electrical products throughout North America.

Full-time position available for

TRANSFORMER TECHNICIAN Based in Grand Forks, BC Starting at $18/hr. Plus BeneďŹ ts.

Working on oil ďŹ lled, dry type transformers and following work plans outlined by our ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System. â&#x20AC;˘ Computer skills â&#x20AC;˘ Mechanically inclined. Experience working with hand tools â&#x20AC;˘ Forklift experience an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Class 5 Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence. Class 3 with air an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to cross into US â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical background an asset but not essential â&#x20AC;˘ Strong work ethic. Strong attention to detail â&#x20AC;˘ Solution based thinker. Ability to work well in a team environment

Email resume to: reception@boundaryelectric.com by November 23rd, 2012 NO PHONE CALLS. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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Houses For Sale

Feed & Hay SMALL square alfalfa/grass hay bales for sale. 1st and 2nd cut. Call 250-428-1793. Creston area. Pick up only. SMALL square alfalfa/grass hay bales for sale. 1st and 2nd cut. Call 250-428-1793. Creston area. Pick up only.

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Building Supplies

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Top row: L to R Jessica Bonacci, Hailey Herridge, Emilie Tebulte, Jordan Zilkie, Emma Wheeldon, Emma Caron, Brady Stevens. Middle row: L to R Coach Simon Wheeldon, Trainer Mike Bonacci, Kali Horner, Kayla Miller, Dakota Mular, Kendra Waterstreet, Reese McCrory, Coach Jason Zilkie, Coach D’Arcy Caron. Bottom Row: L to R Goalie Emily Early, Assistant Captain Paige Gattafoni, Assistant Captain Madelaine Vockeroth-Fisher, Team Captain Merissa Dawson, Assistant Captain Julie Sidoni, Goalie Catalina Hartland. Craig Lindsay

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The West Kootenay Bantam Wildcats female hockey team placed third in a recent tournament in Vernon. The ‘Cats needed a shootout to get past Abbotsford 2-1 in the bronze medal game. Kendra Waterstreet

CASTLEGAR 1000 sq ft professional Office Space next to Tim Horton’s Avail Jan 1/13, 250-608-3930 CASTLEGAR 1600 sq ft Light Industrial Zoned Office/ Warehouse, 6th Ave. Rent negotiable 250-365-3059 or kats4348@shaw.ca

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picked up the winning goal in the shootout, while goalie Catalina Hartland came up big between the pipes. Julie Sidoni scored West Kootenay’s only regulation goal. In their other games, the Wildcats beat Richmond 3-0 led by goals from Sidoni, Emma Wheeldon, and

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Waterstreet; lost to Terrace 2-1 despite a nice goal from Merissa Dawson. In their opening game, the ‘Cats beat Kamloops 2-0 with goals by Dawson and Sidoni. The Wildcats play in Nakusp on Nov. 17 and Kamloops on Nov. 18.

Mt. Sentinel to host Provincials

Rental Housing Conference, Thurs. & Fri. Nov. 22nd & 23rd Bear Mountain Resort, Victoria. Mini-workshops for Residential Landlords & Managers. • Hoarding • Tenant Selection • Insurance • Financing • Income Tax • Energy-Efficiency • Bedbugs More information visit: romsbc.com/prhc.php. To register, call: 1.888.330.6707

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Rooms for Rent Room for rent in Fully furnished 3 bdrm Home Mature male looking for 1 or 2 people to rent upstairs Call FYI 250-365-2839 or 608-0453

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of John Randolph McNee, Deceased (the “Deceased”) Formerly of 197 Lakeview Street, Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N 1B6

Heavy Duty Machinery

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CASTLEGAR 3 Bdrm House 550 - 9th Ave, $1,200/mth + utilities, Ph 250-365-7867

Suites, Upper

Real Estate

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Homes for Rent Castlegar 2 Bdrm house $700/mth + utilities, Call Dee-Ann 250-365-0244

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CASTLEGAR, 1 Bdrm suite neat Kootenay Market & Bus stop $515/mth inclusive, Avail Dec 1st, N/S, N/P 250-608-3930

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WINTER TIRES FOR SALE 2 Winguard on steel rims 3/4 tread 205-65 R15 94T $100 for the pair • Crib mattress (great condition) $20 Call 250-362-7681 after 5pm or Cell # 250-231-2174

CASTLEGAR, Broadwater Rd. Immac dble 2 bdrm, 2 bath, manufactured home, open concept, private corner dble lot, F/S. DW, Gas fire, hot tub, WD hook up, 2 workshops, huge deck, floral yard to die for, N/S, small pets ok, $1150/mth + utilities, DD, $625 Call 780-333-1676, Avail Dec 1st, vgoegan1@gmail.com

ROOMMATE WANTED to share 2 Bdrm Suite in South Castlegar $470/mth + 1/2 damage, includes utilities, cable/wifi. Working or student only, N/S, No partiers. Room is unfurnished, W/D, TV in otherwise furnished suite. Phone 250-304-4649

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Nonagenarian disposing a multitude of cherished items, antique and modern. China Cabinet $80, barley corn folding table $175, trunk $50, record player, records, sewing machine, collection of razors, sharpening stuff, lighters, old cameras, postcards, pliers, timekeepers, wartime, medical bandages, 2 speakers, home and shop tools, 306 rifle with scope & case, deepwell pump, pop boxes, damaged motorcycle, big roll of single strand wire, fireproof shingles, antique farm implements & 8N Tractors, stump puller, ploughs, discs, harrow mower, rake, heavy roller, cultivator etc. etc. etc. acreage, house in Nelson 505-5200

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Castlegar, Avail Dec 1st, 2 Bdrm, 900 sq ft, Clean, Bright & quiet, DW, Laundry, lrg yard, parking, N/S, N/P, $700/mth leave msg 250-365-5070

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Available Nov. 1 2 bdrm, laundry, parking, patio, $850 incls utils. 604-688-0830

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Administrator named hereunder at 1115 3rd Street, Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 2A1, on or before December 21, 2012, after which date the Administrator will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto having regard only to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice. The Administrator will not be liable for any claim of which she has no notice at the time of distribution. Dorothy Laraine McNee, formerly known as Dorothy Laraine Helgren, Administrator By Chris Cook Law Firm, her solicitor

Mount Sentinel: (top from left) Madia Rehwald, Jessie Rehwald, Malin Chernoff, and Kyra Makortoff. (bottom from left) Breanne Minor, Zahra Askary, Laynnea Carr, Kaitlin Minvielle and coach Joe Moreira. Craig Lindsay Castlegar News Reporter

The Mount Sentinel Wildcats senior girls volleyball team in South Slocan will be hosting the 2013 ‘A’ Provincial Champion-

ships from Nov. 29 Dec. 1. The tournament features the 16 best single A girls volleyball teams from throughout B.C. competing for the provincial title. Games will also be

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hosted at L.V. Rogers in Nelson and Selkirk College in Castlegar. Mount Sentinel is ranked #3 heading into their zone championships and must be considered one of the favourites going in.

Thursday, November 15, 2012 Castlegar News

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