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Local pet store rescues Clyde the one-eyed owl ANNALEE GRANT Townsman Staff

He wasn’t your average customer, but for Clyde the owl, his visit to Just 4 Pets two weeks ago saved his life.

The pet store welcomed in an injured Great Horned Owl a few weeks ago and helped re-home it with a local raptor specialist until he can be released back into the wild.

Brian Walker, a sales associate with 20-years experience with birds of prey, said staff became curious when a customer had a strange request.

“A customer came in, he was looking to buy some mice,” Walker said.

While the request itself isn’t strange with reptile owners, the inquisitive staff asked what the rodents were for, and discovered the customer had found a Great Horned Owl on the side of the highway between Wycliffe and Cranbrook and was looking to get him a snack.

“Working in a pet store, we get to meet a lot of interesting pets,” Walker said. “Unfortunately, we also sometimes have people come in with wildlife which they have either found injured or have captured and wish to keep as a pet.”

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RECOVERY: Clyde the owl fell into the right hands when he was brought to Just 4 Pets two weeks ago. The injured Great Horned Owl is now recovering See CLYDE , Page 3 with a local raptor specialist and will hopefully be released back into the wild after his ordeal.

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Cranbrook resident among CO grads Sar a Underwood

Cranbrook resident Matthew Visentin was among the 24 students who graduated from the Atlantic Police Academy’s Conservation Enforcement program during a ceremony at Credit Union Place in Summerside recently.

Troy MacKay, Regional Enforcement Coordinator for the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources was the guest speaker. Graduating student Matthew Visentin spoke on the behalf of the students.

The Conservation Enforcement program provides training to wildlife and forestry technicians. Trainees in will acquire the skills and knowledge needed for a career in conservation enforcement.

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Left to right: Guest speaker Troy MacKay, Acting Regional Enforcement Manager, Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources; Matthew Visentin, student speaker; Phil Jost, member of the Holland College Board of Governors; and Edgar MacLeod, Executive Director of the Atlantic Police Academy, at the recent graduation ceremony for students in the Conservation Enforcement program.

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In anticipation of heavy volumes at area Emergency Departments over the holiday season, Interior Health is reminding the public to take a few simple steps to avoid unnecessary trips to the hospital.

• For non-urgent care during office hours, call your family doctor or the doctor on call for the practice or clinic.

• Consider going to a local walk-in clinic. Call ahead to check the clinic’s hours.

• Try to see your doctor before the holidays, if you have any developing health concerns.

• Note the holiday hours of your local pharmacy or drug store, and ensure your prescriptions are up to date and filled prior to the holidays.

• Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 for confidential health information and non-emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For deaf and hearing-impaired assistance (TTY), call 7-1-1.

• If you are concerned about a possible poisoning or exposure to a toxic substance, call Poison Control at 1-800-567-8911.

• If at any time you feel that you require urgent medical attention, do not hesitate to go to the Emergency Department or call emergency services at 9-1-1.

• Ensure your prescriptions are filled in advance, follow dosage directions and remember to keep your medications with you while travelling.

In our regional hospitals, emergency services are available 24 hours a day; however, some hospitals may experience higher than normal volumes over the holidays. A triage system is used at the Emergency Department to ensure priority is given to those patients requiring the most urgent care.

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Cpl. Pat Prefontaine tied a ribbon on a police cruiser at MADD’s red ribbon campaign launch at Cranbrook City Hall on November 1.

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The MADD chapter of Kimberley/Cranbrook is looking to raise their profile and some funds with an event planned for Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013.

The first annual Krista Lynn MADD Dash will be a fun day of skiing and snowboarding says Katryna Sigurdson of MADD, with games, a barbecue lunch, door prizes, silent auction and more.

Tickets, which include lift passes are $80 for adults, $65 for youth 1317, $50 for under 12 and

$30 for those who have annual passes or just want to come support and not ski.

For information and pledge forms, you can contact Sigurdson at 250-4329590. Tickets are available in Cranbrook at Core Fitness and Bridge Interiors, and in Kimberley at Bear’s Eatery and Guest Services at Kimberley Alpine Resort.

MADD Kimberley/ Cranbrook officially launched its first ever red ribbon campaign in the two communities on November 1.

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The Royal Stewart Highland Dancers carried on their tradition of volunteering at the Salvation Army kettle in the Tamarack Centre on Friday, December 7. The dancers will continue to raise money for the Salvation Army at their annual Christmas Charity Recital on Thursday, December 20 at the Heritage Inn. Admission is by donation with all proceeds to the Salvation Army. Some of the dancers from the late afternoon included (l-r) Katie Saffin, Kaytie Pocha, Ellen Nickell, Jane Nixon (teacher), Aimee Bouliane, Aria Unger, Desirae McKay, Emma Saffin, Neveah Bolduc & Cadence Ferguson (front).

Clyde the injured owl on the road to recovery Continued from page 1 Luckily for Clyde, Walker was working that day and offered to take a look at the injured raptor. He determined it was a younger male owl that had most likely been struck by a vehicle. He said it’s not uncommon for younger owls to be injured in that way.

“There’s a huge mortality rate in their first year,” Walker said. “They’re young, they’re inexperienced.”

In an owl’s first year of life their job is to reach a healthy body weight by hunting for small animals. Great Horned Owls will eat almost any small prey, from mice to small birds to rabbits.

“All birds of prey are fairly opportunistic,” Walker said.

Clyde was underweight and missing an eye when he was found, but generally in good health. He had no broken wings.

“He was in fairly good shape,” Walker said.

The bird was taken into the care of Just 4 Pets until a local raptor specialist took

over. Walker said he will be rehabilitated and released if possible.

It’s not uncommon for concerned customers to reach out to Cranbrook’s many pet stores when they come across an animal injured in the wild.

“We get quite a few people coming to us with wild animals,” Walker said.

In his experience, Walker said he’s had about a half a dozen injured owls brought to him in the past 20 years.

But while picking up an injured animal may seem like the right thing to do, Walker said wildlife is best left where it belongs – in the wild. In fact, it is illegal to keep a wild animal as a pet.

“In situations such as this, the first thing we need to remind people of is that all wildlife is considered protected under the Wildlife Act, and it is against the law to have wildlife in your possession without a proper permit,” Walker said. “So, as cute as the salamander may be that

“As cute as the salamander may be that your five-yearold has just proudly caught, the best thing you can do is to gently release it back into the wild as soon as you’ve finished admiring it.”

Brian Walker your five-year-old has just proudly caught, the best thing you can do is to gently release it back into the wild as soon as you’ve finished admiring it.”

Walker admits it’s natural for humans to want to help out an injured animal, and if one is found, there are things that can be done.

“In order to do this safely and legally, there are a few things to keep in mind,” Walker said. “First off, many young animals which may appear to be orphaned or abandoned are usually perfectly fine.

“Deer and other large animals often leave their young for extended periods of time, but will always be nearby.

You should never approach a young wild animal which appears to be on its own, as this may provoke the mother into coming out of hiding and possibly even attack you.”

When it comes to birds, young are commonly found after taking a spill from their nest.

“All we need to do to help them is to gently place them back in their nests and then leave them alone,” Walker said. “If you find an animal with obvious signs of injury, it is still best not to approach it, as the animal will likely feel defensive and could bite or otherwise injure you.”

If you come across an injured animal, the best thing to do is contact the proper

authorities to deal with the situation.

“Your best bet is to continue observing the animal from a distance, and report its condition and location to your local Fish and Wildlife branch or Conservation Officer,” Walker said. “They will either be able to send a trained expert to deal with the situation, or can advise you of any certified wildlife rehab programs in your area.”

That’s exactly what Just 4 Pets did with Clyde, and he is now recuperating with a local specialist.

“If you do find yourself temporarily caring for a wild animal, remember that it is illegal to have any form of wildlife in your possession without a proper permit, your local Fish and Wildlife branch must be notified of the situation,” Walker said. “After that, the most important things are to keep the animal calm, warm, and hydrated. All wild animals have a natural fear of humans, so being in close proximity to us, especially

while injured, can be extremely stressful. Try to keep the animal in a quiet, dark place away from a lot of human attention.”

When providing water for a wild animal, Walker has a few tips for keeping wild animals safe.

“Make sure that fresh clean water is readily available at all times,” he said. “If you are offering water with an eye dropper or other similar device, it is very important not to squirt directly into their mouth, as this may cause the animal to inhale water and possibly even drown. Rather, squeeze just one small drop of water from the end at a time and let the animal lick it off.

“Never try to force feed an animal; this is extremely stressful and may lead to additional injuries.”

As soon as possible, the animal should be taken into the care of an appropriate specialist. For more information on the province’s animal rehabs, visit www.wrnbc.org.

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The East Kootenay Foundation for Health continues to bring its historical A Clear View ~ digital mammography campaign to a close.

One of the key components of the campaign was funding from other charitable foundations, many of whom rose to the occasion.

One such organization is the Mr. & Mrs. P. A. Woodward’s Foundation who generously donated $50,000 to bring the best in digital stereotactic imaging to the East Kootenay Regional Hospital.

With the holiday season upon us, it seems so appropriate that one of the four sons of Mr. Charles Woodward, the founder of Woodward’s stores in B.C. and Alberta, to have this major gift of $50,000 arrive at EKFH. Charles’ son, P. A. Woodward maintained an interest and involvement in the family business throughout his life. During the latter part of their lives, Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Woodward showed interest in helping charitable organizations.

Apart from the many personal gifts which Mr. and Mrs. Woodward made to charity during their lifetime, the Woodward Foundation was incorporated by Mr. Woodward in 1951 “to undertake and carry out such charitable objec-

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Left to right: EKFH executive director Donna Grainger is joined by EKRH Diagnostic Imaging representatives Anthea Gill (Professional Practice Leader, DI) and Jan Race (Mammography Technician) to celebrate the arrival of $50,000 from the Mr. & Mrs. P. A. Woodward’s Foundation donation. tives as the Board of Directors may decide for the relief of poverty, the advancement of religion, or for other purposes beneficial to one or more communities in the province.”

In 1953, the foundation’s name was changed to the “Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation” and a priority was established to assist in projects which would contribute to better health care for British Columbians. The value of the assets of the foundation represent an ac-

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cumulation of lifetime gifts to the Foundation from the late Mr. and Mrs. Woodward, together with the residue from their estates following the death of Mr. Woodward in 1968 and Mrs. Woodward in 1970.

Over the years, in accordance with Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s directions, the foundation’s board has concentrated on projects in the health field. The Foundation supports those projects which primarily affect the people of B.C. where there is clear indi-

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of directors while ensuring that the mission and mandate of both of our organizations line up,” explains Donna Grainger, EKFH executive director.

It may be decades since Mr. Charles Woodward opened his first retail store but it is through the legacy of his son and his wife and their desire to think of others that truly is the beauty of the story.

Thank you to the Mr. & Mrs. P. A. Woodward’s Foundation for being a part of the picture and for making history in completing the A Clear View campaign 13 months ahead of schedule.

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Tripping the light fantastic for 13 years

Cranbrook Dance Club is celebrating its anniversary with a name change Barry Coulter

It’s lucky 13 for the Cranbrook Dance Club – now to be known as Cranbrook Dance Connection. For a baker’s dozen of years, the dance curious and dance enthusiasts have had a place to learn and practice the most gracious of the social arts.

The club is celebrating its anniversary with a name change to reflect its membership in a family of dance clubs around B.C. “We want to provide a fun, safe place, where people can have fun with a partner — whether they come alone or with a group, where people have the opportunity to become a pretty good dancer in a variety of different styles,” said Randy Tapp, who started up Cranbrook Dance Club 13 year ago, and provides instruction and organizes special dance events along with partner Kim Bombardier.

The club started off 13 years ago at the Studio Stage Door. It is now held at Stages School of Dance, 428 6th Avenue South in Cranbrook, every Friday (following the school schedule), from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. There is a $7 drop-in fee.

Tapp said that 13 years ago he was approached by a “handful of women, who wanted to get some dancing

going, and who wanted me to teach.

“We started at the Studio Stage Door, with about a dozen people,” he said. “”I could see some progress, and decided to keep it going as a drop-in activity.

“The whole idea is that, on a Friday, a lot of people want somewhere to go, but don’t want to go to a bar.

Dance Club provides such a place, for people of all ages.”

Tapp said the age of attendees ranges from 15 to 80, with the average age being between 30 and 50. About 30 people come out every Friday.

“When barbecue season or golf season is on, the numbers dwindle a little bit,” Tapp said. “But we’ve had as many as 60 come out from time to time.”

People come from all over the East Kootenay for workshops, Tapp said. “We’ve even had visitors from Washington State and the Okanagan.

“It’s totally a safe place to go,” Tapp said.

“We try to discourage it from becoming a ‘meat market’ kind of place.

The focus is on having fun.”

Over time, people will learn a fair amount of dance, he said. “Some people are excellent, and can hold their own on any dance floor. But most people just want to

have fun. Probably half the people who come are couples — about half are singles, and half of all these are males.”

Tapp said that the men aren’t necessarily dragged along reluctantly by their wives.

Men can have just as keen an interest in learning to dance, and dancing. It used to be that part of being a red-blooded man was the ability to “cut a rug.”

“This thing about men not wanting to dance is a relatively new thing,” Tapp said.

As well as drop-in dancing, the Dance Club offers classes and special events, like Tango Night, or dinner dances.

The Club is in the process of changing its name to indicate its relationship with the Kootenay region.

“We’re changing the name from Cranbrook Dance Club to Cranbrook Dance Connection,” Tapp said. “People think we’re a ‘club,’ but we’re a ‘gateway.’ We’re trying to keep connected with the network of other dance clubs in the area. We’ve made friends in Nelson, in the Okanagan … when we travel to events there, it’s fun to link up with old friends.”

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Cranbrook Dance Connection is a gateway to the world of B.C. dance clubs. dian Dance Teachers Association.

“I’ve been teaching dance for 30 years, but I like to be a student all the time myself,” he said. “We’re always travelling to learn new things.” He mentioned a trip to Puerto Rico to

learn Salsa, and most recently a trip to Argentina for Tango.

Cranbrook Dance Connection is holding a Christmas wind-up party this Friday, Dec. 14, from 7 p.m. to whenever. Tapp said that would be a good time

for someone who hasn’t been for a while to get reacquainted, or for anyone who wants to check it out for the first time. After that, the dance season will resume “with gusto” on January 4, 2013.

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tion, or to keep up to date on dancing life, check out Cranbrook Dance Connection on Facebook. For more information on Cranbrook Dance Connection email tappdance@ shaw.ca, or call 250-4261142.

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Clean LNG can still be done On

Friday, as the federal government was giving the green light to a Malaysian investment of billions more into northern B.C.’s liquefied natural gas megaproject, Coastal First Nations chiefs held their quarterly board meeting in Vancouver.

These are now the most powerful aboriginal leaders in North America, bankrolled by U.S. environmental groups and their wealthy charity foundation backers as guardians of the Great Bear Rainforest.

A major topic was the Haisla Nation, the Kitimat partner that abruptly quit its voluntary association with the Haida, Gitga’at and other communities over its plans to develop LNG exports.

This discord comes at a bad time. Premier Christy Clark has bet heavily on LNG, not just for her government’s future, but the industrial and economic direction of the province for decades to come.

Initial press reports were misleading.

One had it that Haisla Chief Councillor Ellis Ross, the B.C. government’s key ally on LNG, was “buddying up” with the Harper government on the Enbridge oil pipeline proposed to go to Kitimat, in the heart of Coastal First Nations territory.

Not so. Both Ross and Coastal First Nations executive director Art Sterritt confirmed to me that they remain solidly

against the Enbridge proposal. The disagreement is over how to power the processing of LNG, which the Haisla are pioneering with provincial assistance.

Sterritt said the Haisla and the rest of the group were in agreement until a few weeks ago. The plan was to follow Clark’s solemn vow to make B.C. LNG the “greenest” in the world.

All parties acknowledge that some of B.C.’s shale gas will have to be burned to proBC VIEWS cess and ship LNG to Asia.

The initial idea was that one Tom or two natural gas-fired Fletcher power plants would be built, eventually backing up wind, small hydro and other renewable supplies.

BC Hydro has 600 megawatts available from its dams, which would require new transmission capacity up to Kitimat to help run the first two LNG plants proposed in partnership with the Haisla.

Then the play got bigger. The B.C. government transferred Crown land on Douglas Channel to the Haisla for an LNG project planned by Shell, PetroChina and Korea Gas. And Sterritt said he started getting signals from Victoria that the industry doesn’t want to buy power from outside producers to drive LNG cooling and compression. Instead they wanted to power it directly with gas, using equipment called “mechanical drives” rather than electrical drives.

In a letter to Haisla members explaining why he quit the Coastal First Nations, Ross said he was insulted by Sterritt’s comments that the Haisla were choosing “the dirtiest way possible” to ship LNG. Ross noted that emissions would be about the same if gas is burned in the LNG plant or in a power plant nearby.

That’s true, but Sterritt points out a critical difference. If LNG producers are allowed to use single-purpose mechanical drives, no renewable energy can ever be added. And as more LNG producers rush into B.C., reserves that would have lasted 75 to 100 years could be depleted in 30.

And when the gas is gone?

“These big, hulking plants that are going to be in Kitimat are just going to be sitting there, rotting,” Sterritt said. “It happens all over the world.”

B.C.’s clean energy plan envisions extending the BC Hydro grid, developing run-of-river and wind farms such as the big offshore proposal off Haida Gwaii, and ultimately a future beyond oil and gas.

Now, in their rush to develop LNG, Clark and Energy Minister Rich Coleman seem poised to abandon that strategy.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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By-law enforcement During my daily walks around town, I have observed the City’s secret plan to curtail speeding on the City streets. I was obvious by its sheer simplicity: “DO NOT ENFORCE the City of Kimberley By-law requiring citizens to clean the sidewalks in front of their residences.

Apparently, part of the plan is to force pedestrians to walk on the plowed and sanded roads which are, of course, much safer especially for caregivers pushing multi-strollers or those of us needing to use walkers or canes.

I suppose dog teams with sleds could move people about but then we would likely require more poop bag stations throughout Kimberley. Or how about utilizing those with court ordered community service to assist in this snow remove. Oh well, that would just be a pipe dream.

‘Just saying’ that if we have by-laws then why aren’t they being enforced?

Bill Roberts Kimberley

Minister of State

I attended the meeting with Mr. Sultan last Friday Dec 7.

I did not attend that event as a Liberal supporter. I did not realize (how naive of me) that the meeting was merely a whistle stop for the upcoming election. I heard nothing at that meeting to persuade me to consider voting Liberal.

I thought Mr. Sultan was the BC Seniors Minister, visiting Kimberley to listen to seniors’ concerns and provide help. In fact, as Minister of State for Seniors, he has no department and can do nothing. Ministers of State are appointed by governments in Canada to give the appearance of action. Actually, they have no power and do very little. They attend cabinet meetings; that’s about it.

He did have some comments which give concern.

1. B.C. must run the Health Ministry as a big business. One gets the impression this would mean cutting costs and that means cutting incomes of those in the “business” and also minimizing services; we’re lucky to have the ones we have.

2. We here in Kimberley are also lucky that we have the hospital in Cranbrook (the comments offered by several at the meeting re: the actual travel difficulties, for low income people, to and back from Cranbrook, Calgary and Kelowna to obtain health services gained no response).

He and the Liberal candidate took several verbal swipes at our NDP MLA Norm Macdonald. Statements were tossed out about what an awful man Norm is and what awful things he’s done, but no specifics were given. They would have been laughable if not so nastily delivered.

As anyone who has met Norm will attest, he is a gentleman with a good understanding of and sympathy for citizens’ issues. A Liberal is free to offer honest criticisms of Norm, but not to unjustly disparage the man.

They say one way to judge a person is by his enemies. I prefer that awful NDP’er Norm, thanks!

John Allen Kimberley

Apocalypse Now, Sooner, or Later

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Mist y Harris Postmedia News

Canadian earth scientist confirms that the end of the world is coming. Just not in time to meet the latest doomsday deadline.

With the termination of the Mayan calendar approaching, speculation around Dec. 21 marking Armageddon — a prediction believed by nearly one in 10 Canadians — is kicking into high gear. Even skeptics are expected to join in, with experts noting that it’s only natural to entertain the question of, ‘what if?’

“Humans are very preoccupied with their own lifetimes,” says Robert McLeman, associate professor of environmental studies at Wilfrid Laurier University. “There’s a latent concern in everybody that maybe there’s something (threatening) out there that they should be aware of.”

A recent Ipsos survey of 16,262 people in 21 countries found 10 per cent of global citizens agree that “the Mayan calendar, which some say ‘ends’ in 2012, marks the end of the world.” Of the roughly 1,000 Canadians polled, nine per cent held that belief.

But if Judgment Day is imminent, there’s little sign of it in popular science.

NASA has refuted all claims that the planet could meet its end, or experience any kind of “blackout,” on Dec. 21. And McLeman notes that the next asteroid that poses even a mild threat isn’t likely to be a danger until 2040, let alone in the next two weeks.

“I don’t think the ancient Mayans knew anything more about the end of the world than we do today,” says McLeman,

adding with a laugh that he’s “prepared to be wrong and face the punishment of the gods.”

Colin Goldblatt, an assistant professor in the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences at the University of Victoria, says the planet is indeed operating under a deadline. Just not the same one professed by “2012’ers.”

“Ultimately, the apocalypse will be something called a runaway greenhouse,” says Goldblatt. “Venus in the past is like earth in the future.”

Evidence suggests Venus’ early history was marked by a warming effect similar to what we’re experiencing now, with temperatures eventually soaring to more than 1,000 degrees Celsius — boiling the ocean — as a result of more energy get- WELL, OF COURSE, IT’S OBVIOUS: Just a quick glance at the ting in than out. Goldblatt says Mayan calendar tells you everything you need to know about the same thing will happen the end of the world. here, making earth uninhabitable, but likely not for another 21 world as being characterAnd Sharp doesn’t think billion years. ized by a return to innocence, that’s altogether unlikely. He “I wouldn’t change your wherein “relationships and points out that epic disaster Christmas plans,” he says positive vibrations” prevail. scenarios which once seemed wryly.

She describes it as being more absurd — say, New York subBruce Beach has been pre- like Candy Land than the Walk- ways being flooded by a Franparing for End Times for de- ing Dead. kenstorm — are increasingly cades, and boasts one of the “You could call it a disman- being proven plausible. largest privately constructed tling of old ideas and really “Society always frowns fallout shelters in North Ameri- coming back to your original upon people they see as alarmca. The 10,000 square-foot self,” says Derbecker, author of ist ... But there are a lot worse bunker, known as `Ark Two,’ is Movement of Stillness. “It’s an things to do than store food, made from 42 school busses energy change, and it’s already water and come up with some buried beneath earth and con- happening.” sort of plan ‘just in case,’” says crete in rural Ontario.

Matt Sharp, executive pro- Sharp, who notes that the sur“My expectation is that 80 ducer of the TV show Dooms- vivalists once seen as punchper cent of current humanity day Preppers, says some of the lines are causing others to rewill be eliminated,” says Beach, most common apocalyptic consider who’ll have the last a 78-year-old “reconstruction- concerns include pandemic, laugh. ist” who spends 14 hours a day economic collapse, nuclear “There’s an audience out readying for nuclear catastro- war, and a power-grid failure there that watches (our show) phe. that takes major cities offline and says, ‘These people are Jacqui Derbecker, a vision- for a year or longer. In all sce- crazy.’ But after a few episodes, ary from Barrie, Ont., is prepar- narios, the foreseen outcome is they’re at the local hardware ing for a turning point of a rosi- the same: a world plunged into store stocking up on duct er sort: she sees the post-Dec. chaos. tape.”

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UPCOMING BC Government Retired Employees Association, Rocky Mtn Branch, will be holding their Christmas luncheon meeting at the Bavarian Chalet, Sam Steele Rm, Dec. 12 at noon. Guest will be Santa. FMI contact Jack Selman, 489-5930.

Kootenay Christian Academy middle school band concert; Thursday, Dec. 13, 7:00pm. KCA Preschool campus, 629 6th St NW Cost: donation for Christmas hampers. FMI 250-426-0166 Book Under Every Tree – until Dec 14th drop off new or gift quality kids/teens/adult books at the Cranbrook Library and other drop off locations in Cranbrook for CBAL’s project. Volunteers needed and fabric donations gratefully received. Katherine 250-417-2896 or khough@cbal.org Take your family back in time to the first Christmas? Then reserve Saturday Dec 15, 2-5pm for One Starry Night! Free activities for ALL AGES! Knox Church, 2100 - 3rd St. S., Cranbrook. FMI: 250-426-7165 Mount Baker Interact Club will be hosting an Amnesty International Write for Rights event on Thurs, Dec 13, 730 pm, - to raise awareness of four international cases of human rights violations. The night will end with a candlelight vigil recognizing the importance of international human rights. Donations will go towards the cost of sending the letters.

December 16-Advent 3 and Special Gift Sunday You are invited to worship with Cranbrook United Church. Many of our congregants bring a small gift for the food bank, or the women’s shelter, or the men’s shelter on this Sunday. Service begins at 10:00 a.m.

Live Outdoor Nativity with live donkey, sheep, youth actors and music from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Monday, Dec 17 and Tuesday, Dec 18th, Cranbrook LDS Chapel, 2210-2nd St. N., Cranbrook. Times: 7:00 & 8:00 p.m.

2012 FREE FAMILY SWIM Wednesday, Dec. 19th, 6:00-7:00 PM is sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

The Royal Stewart Highland Dancers will host their annual Christmas Charity Recital on Thursday, December 20 at 7:00 pm at the Heritage Inn Ballroom. Admission is by donation with all funds going to the Salvation Army Cranbrook. FMI contact Jane at 2580427-8757 or email info@rshd.ca. (www.rshd.ca) ONGOING Do you have the desire to stop eating compulsively?

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (a 12-Step Program) meets Tuesdays from 7-8 pm at Cranbrook United Church, 2-12 S. S., downstairs. Contact: cranbrookoa@hotmail.com.

The Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality Of Life” for all seniors. To become a member contact Ernie Bayer, ph 604-576-9734, fax 604-576-9733, email ecbayer@shaw.ca.

The Cranbrook Kimberley Hospice Society seeks volunteers to help us provide services to persons at the end of life and their families. Training is provided. Call 250-417-2019, Toll Free 1-855-417-2019 if interested.

Cranbrook Quilters’ Guild hold their meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month at 7:15 pm upstairs in Seniors Hall, 125-17th Ave. S. All skill levels welcome. FMI Betty 250489-1498 or June 250-426-8817.

Mark Creek Lions “Meet and Greet” the 1st and 3rd Wednesday, from 6:00-6:30 pm. Dinner to follow at Western Lodge. FMI: 250-427-5612 or 427-7496.

Cranbrook Branch of the Stroke Recovery Association of BC. Meetings are from 10:00am-1:00pm the 2nd and 4th Wed. in the lower level of the Senior Citizen’s Hall, 125-17th St. S. Bring bag lunch. Tootie Gripich, 426-3994.

KIMBERLEY North Star Quilters meet 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7pm downstairs Centennial Hall, 100 4th Avenue. Everyone welcome. Info: Carol at 250-427-7935 or Joan at 250-427-4046.

The Cranbrook Senior Floor Curling is looking for new members. Curling is Monday and Wednesday afternoons, upstairs in the Curling Rink. Info: Dave at 250-426-5387.

Cranbrook Senior Centre, Branch 11 holding their meetings every third Thursday a month. 1:30pm at the hall. We always welcome new members.

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Kimberley Early Learning Centre Kim 250-427-4468.

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Treehouse—Families with children 5 & under are invited to come play. Free drop-in program in gym of Kimberley Early Learning Centre. Transportation avail. Tuesdays, 9:00 - 12:00. Diana 250-427-0716.

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NHL cancels games through Dec. 30 CHRIS JOHNSTON Canadian Press

The biggest question now is whether the latest NHL lockout will result in a shortened season like 1994-95 or a scorched season like 2004-05.

As the league cancelled the rest of its schedule through Dec. 30 on Monday afternoon, it brought one more reminder of how close the NHL and NHL Players’ Association are getting to a make-orbreak moment.

Even though commissioner Gary Bettman hasn’t set a drop dead date for saving this season, he does believe each team must play 48 games to make it legitimate. For that to happen, the puck will need to drop by about mid-January.

“When it gets to the point where we can’t play a season with integrity, with a representative schedule, then we’ll be done,” Bettman said

last week. “If you go back in history, in ‘94-95 I think we played 48 games. I can’t imagine wanting to play fewer than that.”

The latest round of cancellations brought the NHL’s total to 526 regular-season games or roughly 43 per cent of the schedule. The Jan. 1 Winter Classic at Michigan Stadium and Jan. 27 all-star game in Columbus have also been wiped away.

Neither the union nor league issued statements after the cancellations were announced.

There had been hope as recently as last week that the lockout could be ended in time to drop the puck over the holidays, with one report suggesting the season might start on Christmas Day. Now the earliest that will happen is New Year’s Eve, which was already due to see 13 games played under the original schedule.

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Ice prepare for high-flying Rockets TRE VOR CR AWLEY Sports Editor

Despite injuries to some key veterans, the Ice will have to make do as they prepare to host the Kelowna Rockets on Tuesday night at Western Financial Place.

Joey Leach (upper body—arm), a 20-yearold defenceman is still a few weeks away from returning to the lineup, while fellow overager Brock Montgomery (upper body) and 19-year-old blueliner Tanner Muth (upper body) will be unavailable for the next two weeks.

The Ice are coming off a 6-1 thumping in Lethbridge at the hands of the Hurricanes after defeating the conference-leading Prince Albert Raiders last Friday.

No one likes making excuses and blaming losses on injuries, but the vacancy means that others have to step up both on the ice and in the dressing room, according to defenceman Mike Simpson.

“Those guys are very good players and hard to replace, but I think everyone here, is here for a reason and it’s got to be a collective effort to step up and fill those holes,” said Simpson.

“It’s a great opportunity for myself and I know it’s a great opportunity for other guys in the room, so I’m looking at it as a positive.”

Leach and Muth are out of the defensive corps, while Montgomery’s absence affects the forward lines.

Rookie Luke Philp agrees with Simpson in that those absences represent an opportunity for younger players to prove themselves on a bigger stage.

“You got to look at it as more of an opportunity rather than get down about it because getting down about it certainly won’t help the team at all so we just got to try and stay positive.”

From a stats perspective, Philp had a good weekend, with an assist on Jaedon De-

schenau’s goal against the Raiders, while scoring the lone marker against the Hurricanes on Saturday.

Philp is the team’s rookie scoring leader, with six goals and eight assists so far in the season.

“For me, I think I’m an offensive player, so when I can contribute that to the team, the better that is for me and the better it is for the team, so I’m going to keep trying to put up offence,” said Philp.

The high-flying Rockets have won seven of their last eight games and are embarking on a five-game road trip through the Central Division.

Kelowna’s performance has also helped propel them to fourth place in the Western Conference standings.

Consistency, or lack thereof, has been the main struggle for the Kootenay Ice, which has the ability to take down top-ranked teams as evidenced by wins over

WHL Standings Eastern Conference

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Prince Albert, Edmonton and Calgary.

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in no position to do so,” said Simpson.

“I think it’s got to be a much more concentrated effort towards every team that we’re playing and it’s got to be 100 per cent from everyone, every game.”

Nugent-Hopkins to lead Canadian juniors DONNA SPENCER Canadian Press

CALGARY - Once again, an NHL lockout is creating unexpected benefits for Canada’s junior hockey team.

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins arrived in Calgary on Monday for the junior team’s selection camp.

He’s already played

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for Canada in the men’s world hockey championship this year, but the NHL lockout means the 19-year-old will get to play in the world junior championship for the first time in his career.

That also occurred during the NHL lockout of 2004-05, when Boston Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron was named the most valuable player of the 2005 junior tournament in Grand Forks, N.D., after helping Canada win gold at the 2004 world championship in Prague.

Nugent-Hopkins has a full NHL season behind him in which he was a finalist for the Calder Trophy that goes to the league’s top rookie. The Oilers didn’t make him available to the Canadian team that won bronze at the 2012 world junior championship in Alberta.

Now, two years after he was cut from Canada’s junior team at age 17, Nugent-Hopkins is expected to lead it into the tournament starting Dec. 26 in Ufa, Russia.

“I feel like I’m a different person than I was a couple of years ago. My game has definitely evolved a lot and I see myself more as a two-way player right now...”

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins “I’ve got to try to take on more of a leadership role this year,” Nugent-Hopkins said Monday at the Calgary airport. “As a 17-year-old, I couldn’t come into camp and do that. I’m definitely going to try and take some experience from worlds and bring it to this camp here.

“I feel like I’m a different person than I was a couple of years ago. My game has definitely evolved a lot and I see myself more as a twoway player right now so I’m definitely going to

try and take on that role at this camp.”

Since Nugent-Hopkins brings hockey experience to this Canadian team no other players have, Hockey Canada’s expectations of him are high.

“He’s a special player,” Hockey Canada head scout Kevin Prendergast said. “For a young man to step into the National Hockey League and do exactly what he did last year, he brings high energy with him, he’s offensively gifted and he makes everybody on the ice a better hockey player.

“From that standpoint, it can’t help but help us.”

The 36 players invited to this year’s selection camp streamed through the Calgary airport Monday. Nugent-Hopkins arrived on a flight with Edmonton Oil Kings goaltender Laurent Brossoit and defenceman Griffin Reinhart.

The players get on the ice Tuesday at Canada Olympic Park and the 23-player team will be

chosen by Thursday.

The invitees will play an intra-squad game Tuesday followed by games against university players the following two days.

The Oilers confirmed on the weekend Nugent-Hopkins was available for selection camp before the NHL’s announcement Monday that the cancellation of games has been extended to Dec. 30.

“For Edmonton to allow us to work with Ryan, we’re very grateful that the Edmonton Oilers have allowed us access to Ryan-Nugent Hopkins,” Canadian coach Steve Spott said.

“Ryan’s message has been very up front with us and that’s been he wants to be treated like every other player. We know the pressures that are going to come because he is a world-class player. I can tell you as a coaching staff we’re going to treat him like a regular 19-year-old and ultimately put him in situations where he needs to be great.”

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Death raises questions of how much NFL can do for safety Associated Press

IRVING, Texas - San Francisco 49ers defensive end Demarcus Dobbs walked away from a one-vehicle accident on his 25th birthday last month and was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Less than two weeks later, with the NFL rocked by the car crash that killed Dallas Cowboys player Jerry Brown and left his teammate, Josh Brent, facing a manslaughter charge, Dobbs swears he’ll find another way home whenever he does too much partying.

“I’m never going to put myself in that situation ever again,” he said.

This is, of course, exactly what the NFL, its teams and the players’ union wants to hear amid fresh questions about whether all the warnings and safety nets - because players in most of the major sports leagues arguably have more than the general public - will ever be enough to prevent accidents and deaths.

“There’s a lot of pressure being in the NFL ...

but it’s no excuse for bad decisions,” Detroit coach Jim Schwartz said. “Players have a lot of options, tools at their disposal, that they need to take advantage of, but it comes down to individuals making good decisions.”

Brown’s death on Saturday and the arrest of defensive tackle Josh Brent after police say he caused the fatal wreck by speeding and driving drunk put the NFL Players Association’s safe ride program back in the spotlight. It was revamped three years ago after concerns that enough players weren’t using it.

Union spokesman Carl Francis said the program is a strong point of emphasis, and every player’s membership card includes the contact information.

And CEO John Glavin of Florida-based Corporate Security Solutions Inc., which runs the program, said he is happy with how the union gets the word out on the program.

He also stressed the confidentiality of the program, saying the

company doesn’t even tell the union when players call for rides.

Jacksonville cornerback CB Rashean Mathis, the team’s union representative, said players rarely, if ever, use the program.

“There’s a lot of pressure being in the NFL...but it’s no excuse for bad decisions.”

Jim Schwartz “Confidentiality is the problem,” Mathis said. “Guys are going to go out and have fun.

We’re just like the regular guy that works a 9-to5 job. On a Friday night, he goes out and has some beer. It’s not the best-case scenario, but it happens in life.”

To use the program, players can either work in advance to set up a full night with a driver or make a call for a ride home. The brochure says most response times are less than an hour. The program is available all year, and

Soccer star Sinclair wins athlete of the year award Canadian Press

TORONTO - Women’s soccer sensation Christine Sinclair was named the winner of the 2012 Lou Marsh Award on Monday.

The 29-year-old Sinclair led Canada to bronze at the London Olympics in spectacular fashion, scoring an Olympic-record six goals to win the Golden Boot. She recorded a hat trick in a 4-3 extra-time semifinal loss to the United States.

The Burnaby, B.C., native had 23 goals and six assists on the year for Canada.

“I’m just in shock,” Sinclair said on a conference call. “I can’t believe first of all, the year I’ve had and the year my teammates had. And then to have this continue on, it’s incredible, especially to have a female soccer player in Canada win this award.”

The honour - decided by a panel of national sports editors, reporters and broadcasters - is

given annually to Canada’s outstanding athlete by the Toronto Star.

Other finalists for the Marsh award were speedskater Christine Nesbitt, trampolinist and Olympic gold medallist Rosie MacLennan, figure skater Patrick Chan, cyclist Ryder Hesjedal and Calgary Stampeders running back Jon Cornish.

Sinclair was Canada’s flag-bearer at the closing ceremonies in London.

According to the Canadian Soccer Association, Sinclair contributed to 65.9 per cent of her team’s scoring in 2012.

She said head coach Jon Herdman deserves plenty of credit.

“I know he brought back the passion and the love of the sport within me,” she said.

“He had me believing that absolutely anything was possible as an individual soccer player and he’s the first coach in a long time that has had the veteran players on the team learning new

things.

“It hasn’t happened in a long time and I think he deserves the credit for the way that I performed this year and the way the team performed.”

Sinclair’s 143 career international goals rank third all-time and second among active players behind American Abby Wambach (148).

Sinclair was suspended four matches by FIFA, the sport’s governing body, for comments she made after Canada’s semifinal loss to the U.S. She was recently snubbed for FIFA’s women’s player of the year award. Wambach, American Alex Morgan and Brazil’s Marta were on the shortlist after a vote by national team coaches, captains and reporters.

Sinclair has been on the shortlist six times in her career, but she has had an outstanding 2012 making this year her best shot at the Ballon d’Or.

Glavin said his company also serves the NBA and NHL. In Major League Baseball, designated drivers are available to players and fans through the teams, and the players have access to a confidential program that will take them wherever they need to go.

In the NFL, some teams rely solely on the NFLPA’s program, while others have an additional system. In Cincinnati, the Bengals pay a company to make two drivers available when an employee calls. One drives the caller home, and the other follows in the employee’s vehicle.

Glavin said some players hesitate to use that kind of program because they don’t want others driving their expensive vehicles. Either way, the program hinges on a player making the first move.

“We can’t make them make the phone call,” Glavin said.

Last summer, the NFL held its 15th annual rookie orientation, which includes a number of life skills sessions.

For the first time, sepa-

rate sessions were held for the AFC and NFC to make the groups smaller, and current and former players were brought in as speakers, including Philadelphia quarterback Michael Vick and Cincinnati cornerback Adam Jones.

Both have had high-profile legal problems, with Vick spending time in prison in a dogfighting case.

The NFL has sessions

on issues ranging from guns to alcohol and drug use at other times of the years, and all teams have counsellors who work with players, league spokesman Dan Masonson said.

League owners are gathering in the Dallas area Wednesday. The agenda was set to focus in part on player safety through the addition of leg padding, but it’s likely to change. A week be-

fore Brown’s death, Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher fatally shot his girlfriend before driving to the team’s stadium and shooting himself in front of his coach and general manager.

“I am sure the events of the past two weeks will be discussed at the league meeting,” league spokesman Greg Aiello said. “We are always looking to do more.”

49ers suspend Jacobs after series of social media posts Janie McCauley Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif.

- The San Francisco 49ers suspended running back Brandon Jacobs on Monday for the final three games following a series of posts on social media sites addressing his lack of playing time, including one during the weekend saying he was “on this team rotting away.”

The 49ers made the announcement about two hours after coach Jim Harbaugh’s news conference, but provid-

ed no explanation for why Jacobs had been disciplined. It is doubtful he would return for the playoffs.

On Monday night, Jacobs posted on Twitter: “Thank you all for all your support, I am doing wonderful it’s not a big deal things happen, I am strong enough to get through this, again thank all of you for your support. (hash tag) IWILLBEBACK.” Harbaugh on Monday declined to address Jacobs’ earlier comments, even when asked

whether Jacobs was still on the team. He said he was invoking his “Fifth amendment” right.

The 30-year-old Jacobs has five carries for 7 yards while playing in only two games with the NFC West-leading Niners (9-3-1). He spent his first seven NFL seasons with the New York Giants and has called this his “worst” year - though he knew he was joining a crowded backfield that features three-time Pro Bowler Frank Gore as one of the faces of the franchise.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Others seem to get in your face.

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Others come forward with their ideas and/or suggestions.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22) Allow creativity to flourish and open up a situation. You might see the path, but someone else could see a different one. You both are right; learn to respect the differences in your thought processes. Friendly vibes and offers head in your direction.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) How you see what is going on opposed to what actually occurs could be quite different. Understand why there is a schism here. Sometimes it might be a relief not to be realistic; however, be aware of the potential consequences. Tonight: Fun with friends.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You might be able to better communicate what is on your mind earlier in the day. Whether fatigue or other concerns take over, you will pull within more.

Cocoon and do some heavy thinking. Try to sort through what you know. Tonight: Snuggle in at home.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Remain sure of yourself and

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Think through a decision involving a relationship or a risk.

You might not be reading the situation clearly. Ask for more feedback. You will see the other side of the issue soon enough.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Focus on completing a project in the morning. Try to get enough done so that you can switch gears quickly and allow the socialite in you to bust out.

Whatever you can add to a situation or a conversation will be more than enough. Tonight: At home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Use the daytime hours to push a major interest to the forefront.

You might have a piece of work that needs to be completed.

Success and execution walk hand in hand in the morning.

Make the most of this, and dive right in. Tonight: Where your friends are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) No one can say anything bad about having you as a friend.

You have a great way of interacting with others. Your softer side emerges when dealing with those who are older or younger than you. Listen to what is being shared. Tonight: With friends.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Reach out to someone at a distance. You will gain a new perspective, even if you do not have the intention of discussing or seeing certain issues differently.

Open up to a different type of thinking. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

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by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I work in the aftercare program of a highly regarded private school. It’s a part-time job at minimum wage, but the kids are great, and I a m grateful to be employed.

My problem is with the supervisor of the program. “Jane” constantly changes our group assignments, putting us with a different age group almost every day. This makes it difficult for the kids to bond with us as their caregivers and settle into a routine. Since the kids have various activities outside of our program, keeping up with the ever-changing schedules to make sure they get where they need to be is a nightmare.

Even worse, Jane sometimes subs if one of the regular caretakers is absent, and she is terrible with the kids. She frequently loses her temper and yells at them, and I overheard her tell one little boy that he was “bad” when he misbehaved. And several of us were present when she used racial slurs about some of the children.

One of my co-workers, “Sara,” finally decided she had to speak up, but when she went to Jane’s supervisor, it turned out Jane had already lodged a complaint about Sara, and instead of listening to what Sara had to say, they fired her.

Sara was a dependable, dedicated worker who was loved by the kids. We think Jane sensed Sara’s growing dissatisfaction and struck first.

Sara’s dismissal has made the rest of us afraid to say anything to upper management for fear of getting the same treatment. What should we do? -- Worried for the Kids Dear Worried: You need to register a complaint about Jane in a large enough group that no one’s job is threatened. First document instances of mistreatment or inappropriate behavior with the children. Then several of you should speak to Jane’s superior, together, and present your record of evidence. Don’t make it personal. Surely the school would not want to leave itself open to a lawsuit from a parent.

Dear Annie: I am a 60-year-old divorced female and have been seeing “Harrison” for three years. Despite the fact that Harrison is a wonderful man -- honest, funny, handsome, loyal and hardworking -- there is one thing I can’t get past: He is terribly under-endowed, if you get my drift. I’m embarrassed to even think of complaining about this, but it affects the whole lovemaking thing. I’ve always had a strong sex drive, and the lack of, um, size is unsatisfying.

How do I get past this? I truly care about Harrison and hate to think that I’m so shallow that his size would matter so much. It’s as petty as a man saying his girlfriend is great, but she’s flat-chested, so she’s out. But obviously it’s bothering me enough to write. What do you think? -- Another Little Thing in the Way Dear Little Thing: We won’t get into the “size doesn’t matter” discussion, because it obviously matters to you. First, try Kegel exercises (talk to your gynecologist for information). It is also possible to find greater satisfaction through different positions and techniques and the use of sex toys. But only you can determine how important this is to your relationship. If you truly love Harrison, this is something manageable.

Otherwise, it’s simply a source of frustration.

Dear Annie: This is in response to “N.Y., N.Y.,” who didn’t want to visit her aging grandmothers. Guess what? It’s not all about you.

Those old people are still “in there” in that failing mind and body. Life gives us all kinds of opportunities to set aside our comforts and be of service to someone in need. Stopping by to say hello, even if we just hold their hand while they sleep or listen to their babblings, allows them to know at some deep level that we care about them. -- Loving Daughter-in-Law, Eureka, Calif.

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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Range of intervener groups granted status at right-to-die case C anadian Press

VANCOUVER — Eight groups representing both sides of the right-to-die debate have been granted intervener status in the appeal of a landmark ruling that struck down Canada’s ban on doctor-assisted suicide.

The federal government has asked the B.C. Court of Appeal to overturn a decision from the province’s Supreme Court earlier this year that concluded the Criminal Code section banning assisted-suicide violates the charter.

A hearing is set for next March, and eight groups, including several that were part of the earlier challenge, have asked the Appeal Court to allow them to intervene.

The court has granted status to all eight advocacy groups, including the Farewell Foundation for the Right to Die, the Christian Legal Fellowship and the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition, while limiting the areas that each group can touch on during the appeal.

The court rejected a

request from Margaret Dore, an American activist who opposes assisted suicide and wanted to argue the B.C. ruling striking down the law could make it more difficult for her to repeal Washington State’s doctor-assisted suicide law.

The B.C. case was originally launched by several plaintiffs, including ALS patient Gloria Taylor, who won the right to seek doctor-assisted suicide but died in October without the help of a physician.

The groups that were granted intervene status are: the Alliance of People with Disabilities Who are Supportive of Legal-Assisted Dying Society; the Canadian Unitarian Council; the Farewell Foundation for the Right to Die; the Christian Legal Fellowship; the Evangelical Fellowship Of Canada; the national and B.C. branches of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition; and two groups that submitted a joint application, the Council of Canadians with Disabilities and the Canadian Association for Community Living.

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Stylish Toronto monkey having a ‘stressful time’ Will C ampbell Canadian Press

TORONTO — A stylish baby monkey who was found wandering around in a parking lot outside a Toronto Ikea store is said to be a bit stressed but otherwise in good shape.

Mary Lou Leiher from the Toronto Animal Services said the five-month-old rhesus monkey — named Darwin — is being cared for in an animal shelter after he was seized by animal officials Sunday afternoon.

“He’s a baby. He’s a little bit sensitive,’’ Leiher told reporters Monday.

“We’re being very cognizant of that and making sure he gets out to a place where they can care for him properly.’’

Pictures and footage of the monkey — clad in a tiny double-breasted shearling coat and at times looking quizzical, walking around the parking lot surrounded by gawking onlookers — have gone viral online and the “Ikea monkey’’ is making headlines around the world.

By Monday afternoon, two parody Twitter accounts which took on the persona of the wandering monkey counted thousands of followers.

Leiher said it was a “stressful time’’ for Darwin — who was expected to arrive at the

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Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary, in Sunderland, Ont., later in the day.

Leiher said she paid the now-caged monkey a brief visit, adding he was “very quiet’’ and didn’t show any signs of personality — a sign of distress.

Officials are preparing a special form of monkey chow for him, she added, but aren’t

sure if he’ll take to it.

“A lot of people who get these types of pets don’t understand what kind of care they need,’’ she said.

The owners of the Montreal-born monkey have been fined $240 for breaking the city’s prohibited-animal bylaw.

Leiher stressed that there are good reasons for keeping

exotic creatures like the pintsized monkey outlawed.

“It’s not appropriate to keep an animal like this as a pet, especially in a city where he’s obviously gotten loose and (is) roaming around in a parking lot by himself in public,’’ she said.

“The bylaw is in place to protect the safety of the public as well as the safety and health of the animal,’’ she added.

Darwin is being examined for any injuries or viruses he may carry, she said, noting the rhesus species is capable of carrying the Herpes B virus, which can be transferred to humans.

Greg Tarry, a manager with the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums, said monkeys may be small and cute when they’re young, but that keeping one as a pet can be dangerous as the creature grows older and more assertive.

“You start getting into competitions about ‘who’s in charge here,’ and then the animal becomes aggressive,’’ he said.

“And if that happens you’ve got an animal without social skills unable to live in a society of primates who’s too aggressive to live with people.’’

You’ve basically got an animal with no future at all.”

DJs behind royal hoax call tearfully apologize Kristen Gelineau Associated Press

SYDNEY, Australia — They expected a hangup and a few laughs. Instead, the Australian DJs behind a hoax phone call to the U.K. hospital where the pregnant Duchess of Cambridge was treated were in tears Monday as they described how their joke ended up going too far.

The phone call — in which they impersonated Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles — went through, and their station broadcast and even trumpeted the confidential information received. Whatever pride there had been over the hoax was obliterated in a storm of worldwide public outrage after Friday’s death, still unexplained, of the first nurse they talked to.

“There’s not a minute that goes by that we don’t think about her

family and what they must be going through,’’ 2DayFM radio host Mel Greig told Australia’s “A Current Affair,’’ her voice shaking. “And the thought that we may have played a part in that is gut-wrenching.’’

She and co-host Michael Christian spoke publicly about the prank for the first time in the televised interview. A separate interview on rival show “Today Tonight’’ also aired Monday.

Both DJs apologized for the hoax and broke down in tears when asked about the moment they learned that the nurse, Jacintha Saldanha, was dead. But neither described having reservations before the hoax tape was broadcast; they said higher-ups had made the decision to air it.

Southern Cross Austereo, the parent compa-

Radio DJs Michael Christian and Mel Greig. ny of 2DayFM, released a statement Monday saying Greig and Christian’s show had been terminated and there would be a company-wide suspension of prank calls.

Saldanha, 46, had transferred their call last week to a fellow nurse caring for the duchess, who was being treated for acute morning sick-

ness. That nurse said the former Kate Middleton “hasn’t had any retching with me and she’s been sleeping on and off.’’

Three days later, Saldanha died. Police have not yet determined the cause of death, but many assumed it was related to the stress from the call.

The DJs said when the idea for the call came

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up in a team meeting, no one expected that they would actually be put through to the duchess’ ward.

“We just assumed we’d get cut off at every single point and that’d be it,’’ Christian said.

“The joke 100 per cent was on us,’’ he said.

“The idea was never, ‘Let’s call up and get

through to Kate,’ or ‘Let’s speak to a nurse.’ The joke was our accents are horrible, they don’t sound anything like who they’re intended to be.’’

“The entertainment value was in us,’’ Greig added. “It was meant to be in our silly accents.

That’s where it was meant to end.’’

The decision to air the prerecorded call was made by executives higher up the chain, the DJs said.

Southern Cross Austereo CEO Rhys Holleran told Fairfax Radio the station had tried at least five times to contact the hospital to discuss the prank before it aired, but never succeeded.

In London on Monday, officials at King Edward VII Hospital denied that its management had been contacted by the radio station.

“Following the hoax call, the radio station did

not speak to anyone in the hospital’s senior management or anyone at the company that handles our media inquiries,’’ the hospital said.

It also announced a memorial fund to help support the nurse’s family, with the hospital making the first donation.

The hoax has sparked broad outrage, with the hosts receiving death threats and calls for them to be fired.

Greig said she doesn’t even want to think about returning to the airwaves.

“I remember my first question was, ‘Was she a mother?’’’ she said on “Today Tonight.’’

Saldanha had two children. Her husband, Ben Barboza, expressed his sadness on his Facebook page with a short note “Obituary Jacintha.’’

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 2BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH Willow View apartment for rent, in Canal Flats. Great view, 2 parking stalls, F/S, D/W. Walking distance to arena, park and store. $850 + utilities & D.D., references required. Available immediately. Call (250)3495306 or (250)489-8389, leave mess.

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John is survived by his loving wife Helen, his children - daughter Jackie (Dave) Del Rizzo of Okanagan Falls, son Christopher of Edmonton, son David (Janice) of Cranbrook, and his sisters - Eleanor Berry of Abbotsford, Jill (John) Badzioch of Cranbrook, and Anne (Michael) Taylor of Victoria. John was predeceased by his parents and sister Martha.

Known for his sense of humour, his ability to fix anything, and his love of music, John was always ready to tell a story. He was a founding member of local big band â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Sounds of the 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a supporter of local arts and music. He enjoyed picking huckleberries, spending time in his workshop, and was happiest enjoying summers with his family at the cabin on Moyie Lake.

A gathering to share stories, memories and music will be held at The Heritage Inn on Thursday, December 13th at 4:00 pm. As a tribute to Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s devotion to best friend Maki, donations can be made to the East Kootenay SPCA, PO Box 7, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 4H6 Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com

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John was born in Cranbrook on December 21st, 1934 to John â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jackâ&#x20AC;? and Mae Ward and died in Cranbrook on Saturday, December 8th at the age of 77 years.

John started working at an early age alongside his father at Modern Electric. He went on to become Electrical Superintendent for Crestbrook Forest Industries - a career that spanned 30 years.

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mart newspapers today recognize they can run a very profitable business by providing relevant, entertaining and innovative ideas and content. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not miss the point, eitherâ&#x20AC;?, says Bill McDonald, group publisher of Metro English Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Maybe there are some trends in place that show some declines in some areas.

But newspapers still deliver a massive audience in every city across the country.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not changing.

The Toronto Star still delivers one million readers every day.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no other medium with that kind of reach in one day.â&#x20AC;? In fact, threequarters of Canadians (13.9 million) read a printed edition of daily newspaper each week, according to NADbank readership data. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Increased media competition, besides raising the editorial bar at dailies, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change one crucial factâ&#x20AC;?, says media buyer Bruce Claassen, CEO of GenesisVizeum (Toronto) and chair of Aegis Media Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Daily newspapers offer the same benefits they always have: the ability to reach customers quickly.

Only with a daily paper are you able to choose to do an ad and run with it in two days, and reach a sizeable portion of the population, in a fairly mass, fairly broad and fairly fast way. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a set of qualities very few other media can match.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Major pubishers and media buyers agreeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; strong readership figures are testament to improved product.

For daily delivery of your local newspaper in Cranbrook, call 250-426-5201.

In Kimberley call 250-427-5333.

SOURCE: NADBANK JOURNAL SEPT/08

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Off the ice with the Kootenay Ice Tre vor Cr awley Sports Editor

The Kootenay Ice are usually busy in the rink, hosting opponents or sharpening up their skills in practice, but people can also find them out and about in the community, giving back to their fans.

Kootenay Ice defence man Jagger Dirk and Mike Simpson visited Kootenay Christian Academy, Highlands Elementary School and Gordon Terrace Elementary School on Monday to help Pete Stefano, a representative with Falkins Insurance Group, hand out the $500 cheques for showing the most spirit during School Spirit Night.

While Dirk and Simpson were hanging out with the school kids during the morning, Mackenzie Skapski and Austin Vetterl were touring the hallways at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital, handing out teddy bears collected at the A&W Bear, Toque and Mitten Toss last Friday evening against the Prince Albert Raiders.

Other players such as Brock Montgomery, Jeff Hubic, Zach McPhee and Jordyn Boyd have been hanging out with Santa Claus at the Tamarack Centre, while others still have been manning donation kettles for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign.

Community appearances are voluntary in

the sense that Ice players can sign up to events they wish to attend as a representative of the club.

“I was one of the first guys to sign up to this and I’ve really enjoyed seeing everyone in the hospital and putting a smile on their face with a teddy bear,” said Skapski, after handing out stuffed animals at the EKRH. Vetterl agreed, noting that the bears were well received.

“It’s great. You put a smile on everyone’s face here, everyone’s excited to see you and most people know who you are, so it’s just exciting to be here.”

All photos taken by Trevor Crawley.

Highlands Elementary School was one of the $500 winners of School Spirit Night in November. Pictured above: Jagger Dirk, Max Strauss, Heather Aikins, Pete Stefano, Senior Vice President-Corporate with Falkins Insurance Group, and Mike Simpson.

Gordon Terrace Elementary School got a special visit and a $500 cheque for being one of three main winners during School Spirit Night last month. Front Row, left to right: Grayson Meisner, Bryder Quaife, Nate Robinson, Delaina Schafer. Second Row: Jim Hill, William Schafer, Wyatt Bishop, Mackenzie Jolie, Keoni Comeau-Wilms. Third Row: Roc Truman, Alayna Wilmott, Jodie Cavelle, Lain Herzberg Back Row: Kootenay Ice players Jagger Dirk and Mike Simpson, along with Pete Stefano, Senior Vice President-Corporate with Falkins Insurance Group.

The Kootenay Ice also distributed the spoils collected at the teddy bear toss to patients at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital. Pictured above: Mackenzie Skapski, Jon Welsh, Mylene Lefebvre, who is holding her newborn Olivier Walsh, and Austin Vetterl.

Pete Stefano, Senior Vice President-Corporate with Falkins Insurance Group, delivers a $500 cheque to KCA principal Tracey Sabbagh, with Jagger Dirk and Mike Simpson representing the Kootenay Ice.

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