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First it was snow, and then more snow. Now arctic air moving in will mean colder temperatures for the Shuswap. Two snowstorms, the first Monday, Jan. 7, and the second and more dramatic snowfall Tuesday afternoon and evening, dumped approximately 18 centimetres on Salmon Arm. Now the low-pressure system which brought the snow is moving off, allowing colder air to move in for the weekend. “We may hit double digit minuses for the overnight lows this weekend,” says Doug Lundquist, Environment Canada meteorologist. “Just in time to really freeze up all that snow.” The Environment Canada gauge, which is located along Shuswap Lake, recorded the 18-centimetre increase in the snow level by Wednesday morning. “This is not to say the area didn’t actually receive more snow than that,” says Lundquist. “There’s a great deal of elevation change in Salmon Arm, and the higher levels likely saw even more snow.” Lundquist says the back-to-back nature of the two storms is what made it more significant. “On their own, each of these storms was pretty typical winter weather, but coming so close together, it really made an impression on people. It was an intense few hours.” Lundquist also notes the relatively mild temperatures, hovering close to zero, contributed to wet snow and
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n City workers had their work cut out for them Wednesday, clearing roads and sidewalks, like this sidewalk on Auto Road, following the heavy snowfall Tuesday. treacherous road conditions. Indeed many drivers struggled to reach their destinations Tuesday evening, as many roads became almost impassable – including the Trans-Canada Highway at Tank Hill. “There was some real trouble with semis spinning out and not making it along the hill there,” said RCMP Staff Sgt. Kevin Keane. “Our members were kept pretty busy there for a while.” But while the road conditions were terrible, Keane said most drivers took extra care and there were remarkably few accidents.
“There were no major incidents, just a lot of people in snowbanks or stuck on the shoulders.” Tuesday’s snowfall meant extra staff and hours for the city. Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering and public works, said although the snow stopped falling about 9 or 10 p.m. Tuesday, the fact that it came on the heels of an earlier snowfall made for lots of work. Crews were starting to clear city subdivisions after plowing the arterial roads, when the new snow meant they had to head back to the main roads.
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Arctic air moving in for the weekend Continued from pg. A1 out of the downtown and Tuesday’s snowstorm meant a second removal in as many weeks. That costs about $10,000 each time it’s done, Nieuwenhuizen said, so he’s hopeful it won’t be a necessity too often. Overall, he’s pleased with the efforts of city staff. “In my opinion, crews did an excellent job. They had already put in a lot of hours and were diligent in coming back and putting in the hours.” One of the more unusual traffic difficulties of the night involved a Tappen-Sunnybrae fire truck which became stuck when trying to turn around on Sunnybrae Canoe Point Road near Herald Park after it was called out to deal
with downed power lines. But Kenn Mount, CSRD fire services coordinator, says a request was made for towing services, which is part of fire department policy as soon as there is any indication the fire truck may become immobile. In this case, however, the tow was not needed as fire crews were able to free the vehicle themselves. “That can be a difficult road at the best of times, so you can imagine what it was like during those conditions,” says Mount. Following the heavy snowfall, highway maintenance personnel urge motorists to be cautious around heavy equipment plowing local roads and highways. “Don’t pass the plow,” said Rick Kovacvich, operations manager with Argo Road Maintenance.
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While this might seem like an unusually rough time in terms of cold and flu viruses, apparently, it’s not. Dr. Andrew Larder, Medical Health Officer with Interior Health, explains there are two types of viruses currently circulating in the region: influenza – which affects the respiratory system with coughing, fever, runny nose and sore throat, and Norovirus – the most common cause of gastrointestinal outbreaks, with symptoms including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, possibly a low grade fever and muscle aches and pains. Larder says that while the activity of influenza is higher and earlier than it was last year, the last two years were not typical years. He said the current situation is back to normal, in terms of compiled data. “It usually starts rising the last week of December and early January. It will stay at relatively high levels until late February, then drop down.”
Larder said the influenza virus – which has been identified as Influenza A at several residential care facilities in the region – appears to have reached its highest level of activity and will stay at that level for possibly another six to seven weeks. At this point, 11 residential care facilities in the region including one in Salmon Arm – Bastion Place – have reported respiratory virus outbreaks, and six of them have been confirmed as Influenza A. Just one facility, an acute-care hospital in the Kootenays, has reported a Norovirus outbreak. The school district reports that Parkview Elementary and Eagle River Secondary in Sicamous experienced high absenteeism just before Christmas, as did Falkland Elementary, but no schools have reported high numbers of absentees since school resumed Jan. 2. Is it unusual to have both influenza and Norovirus outbreaks at the same time? “Sadly not,” says Larder, noting that Noro tends to circulate this time of year.
“It used to be called winter vomiting disease.” Although other parts of B.C. have been experiencing high levels of Norovirus activity at-
pick up the Norovirus off infected surfaces, disinfecting is important. “A couple of years ago there was a real spate of outbreaks on cruise ships. They had to bring them into port and clean them from top to bottom.” He points out that it’s not too late to get a flu vaccine, and it is currently available from doctors’ offices or the health unit. “It’s still time for immunity to develop. The viruses circulating do match the ones in the vaccine.” And, he emphasizes, “the best way to avoid both of these is really good hand hygiene and really good cough etiquette – use handkerchiefs or cough into the upper arm.” He also stresses: “If you get sick, stay away from work or stay away from school.”
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SATURDAY, JAN. 12
FAMILY SATURDAYS – The free drop-in art program for families resumes at
the SAGA Public Art Gallery and takes place weekly from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Know that the Lord, He is God, it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people. – Psalm 100:3
St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church Interim Priest in Charge Rev. Canon Barbara Stewart
10:00 a.m. Services Sundays and Wednesdays 170 Shuswap Street S.E., Salmon Arm
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Cornerstone Christian Reformed Church Pastor Peter Stellingwerff 10:30 a.m. Worship
Nursery Care & Children’s Programs
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FLAPJACKS – The Fifth Avenue Seniors Activity Centre serves a pancake
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TUESDAY, JAN. 15
HEALTHIEST BABIES POSSIBLE – The free group is having a movie day at the
Salmar Grand with the program running from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. including free child-minding and free lunch. For more info, contact Trish at 250-832-2170.
THURSDAY, JAN. 17
BABY TALK – The Shuswap Children’s Association presents Baby Talk for
parents of babies from newborn to 12 months at 10 a.m. at the Health Unit. Take your babies with you. For more information, call 250-833-0164 or email info@shuswapchildrens.ca.
FRIDAY, JAN. 18
STORYTIME- The Okanagan Regional Library has storytime for children at
the Salmon Arm branch starting at 7 p.m. COFFEE HOUSE - This all-ages event will be at the SASCU Field of Dreams Clubhouse at 250-30th St. NE starting at 7:30 p.m. Playing a tune or donating a toonie will get you in the door. For more, contact Connie at 250-832-8088.
SATURDAY, JAN. 19
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MONDAY, JAN. 21
HISTORY IN ACTION- The Salmon Arm Branch of the Okanagan Historical
Society meets at the boardroom in the Mall at Piccadilly at 7 p.m. Contact Pat at 250-833-0205 for more.
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Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastors Mel & Joyce Janzen 250 675-3839 or 250 835-8736 4409 Trans Can. Hwy., Tappen www.newlifeoutreach.ca
Mountain View Baptist Church
PASTOR GEORGE FLEMING Sunday Worship: 11:15 a.m. Traditional Service 250 832-8068 121 Shuswap Street SW
United Church Ministers: Rev. Juanita Austin & Joanne Koster
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Sunday Family Worship - 10:00 a.m.
First United: Worship with Children’s Church: 10:30 a.m. OKANAGAN AVE. & 5TH ST. SE 250 832-3860
Pastor Benje Bartley
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Hillcrest School, 1180 20th Street S.E. Office - 331 4th Street N.E., 250 832-9142 www.lakesidecommunitychurch.ca Email: lakesidecc@shaw.ca Lead Pastor: Pastor Ken Dryden
River of Life Community Church Pastor Reuben Pauls - 250 675-3636
Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Sunday School - 10:45 a.m. (Nursery to age 12) 2405 Centennial Drive, Shuswap Lake Estates Lodge, downstairs
Broadview Evangelical Free Church Bob Bartell - Lead Pastor Tamara Peterson - Women’s Ministries Pastor Daron Blenkin - Student Ministries Pastor Rudy Evans - Children’s Ministries Pastor
Worship Service at 9:45 Nursery Care for ages 2 & under Sunday School for ages 3 - Gr. 8 350 - 30th Street NE 250 832-6366
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WORSHIP SERVICE & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Sundays 10:30 a.m. HEALING SERVICE Every Sunday 1 p.m.
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Salmon Arm Mennonite Church 4480 - 30th Street NE
Sunday Worship ..................................... 10:00 am Sunday School .........................................10-11 am Message ............................................... 11-11:45 am Every 4th Sunday evening Hymn Singing 5:30-6:30 pm Every other Thursday Prayer Service & Bible Study 7:30-8:30 pm
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Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church (LCC) 9:30 am Bible Study 11 am Sunday Worship Pastor R. Brown
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Fundraiser that supports local greenways and trails. The always sold-out event features a silent auction, locally made appies, a cash bar and dancing. Tickets are available at Lakeside Insurance, Salmon Arm Financial, Skookum Cycle and Ski, Ridetech and Kula Movement and Wellness.
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CATHOLIC CHURCHES
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Pastor Ken Finstad
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Wednesday is ‘Family Night’ 6:30-8 pm – Something for every age
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parents a break from 10 a.m. to noon at the Jackson campus. A donation to the food bank is welcome. Email pchudiak@sd83.bc.ca with any questions or to register your children. STORYTIME- The Okanagan Regional Library has storytime for children at the Salmon Arm branch starting at 11 a.m. OPERA AT THE CLASSIC - See the Met Live in HD production of Maria Stuarda at 9:55 a.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre on Alexander. Tickets are available in advance at the Salmar Grand and are $24 for adults and $18 for students and children.
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Shuswap Lake Area Mass Time: SALMON ARM: St. Joseph’s 90 First Street SE Sat., 5:00 pm & Sun., 9:00 am SICAMOUS: Our Lady of Fatima Sundays at 2:00 p.m. BLIND BAY: Our Lady of the Lake 2740 Fairway Hill Rd., Blind Bay Sunday, 11:15 a.m. CHASE: Blessed Sacrament Sunday, 9:00 a.m.
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Worth taking a look at property assessments
Most B.C. property owners have now received their property assessments in the mail. For many, this important piece of information is quickly glanced at and discarded into the junk mail pile – it is accepted simply for what it is. But with that number comes a wealth of information on how a property is valued, far more than just how much you will be expected to pay in July when taxes are due. The arrival of assessments is only a small piece of a much larger picture that triggers a complex system of property tax calculations, and how the money collected by the city is used to pay for roads, sewers, recreation facilities, social programs and other services. Part of the property tax each property owner pays also funds the local school district, hospital, library and other services. As assessments arrive, local politicians are already working to determine how the city will spend the funds. This year in Nanaimo, the $175-million budget will be fuelled mostly by the $89 million the city will collect in property taxes. Though a recent survey indicated that 90 per cent of Nanaimo property owners are content with how their tax money is spent, many don’t realize how much influence they can have at the local government level, unlike senior levels of government. How much your largest asset is worth and how the tax money it generates is used to keep public services working are two subjects worth knowing a little bit about. However, if you’d prefer to swallow the blue pill instead of the red pill, there are still many interesting features available on the B.C. Assessment website at www.bcassessment.ca. -Nanaimo News Bulletin
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Being optimistic and realistic It is hard to believe that it’s almost the middle of January. Oh, well, at least I didn’t have to worry about making any New Year’s resolutions this year. Several years ago I made a resolution to not to make any more New Year’s resolutions – and I’ve stuck to it. I’ve always felt that making New Year’s resolutions is about as practical as taking your whole pay cheque and buying lottery tickets with it. The odds of success are simply not in your favour. Which I guess brings me to my point. This coming year I want to try and do a few more things that are practical, in as much as they have half a chance of actually working out, and are things that I actually want to do. I’m trying to be realistic as well as optimistic. All I have to do is think outside of the box. Right? I mean, if you always been a regular, old-fashioned bait caster, learn how to fly fish. Learn all about entomology and things like incomplete metamorphosis, nymphs and seasonal
The GreaT OuTdOOrs James Murray insect hatches, or maybe take a little extra time and dedicate yourself to mastering the delicate art of fly pattern presentation. I remember when I made the transition – although I’m still not what you would call a fly fishing purist. I even started tying my own flies. There is something quite special about catching a fish on a fly that you’ve tied yourself. If you are one of those fly fishing purists, relax a little – read a Victoria Houston fishing murder mystery and then, go fishing with a can of worms. You might even try something as simple as taking the time to teach a kid how to fish. Watch their
eyes light up as they tie into their first fish. Remember what, and who, kindled your enthusiasm for the sport of fishing. Fish off the end of a dock. Try to remember what it was like to be a kid yourself. Find that part of you, buried deep down inside, that is still a kid, and then, take your shoes off and let your feet dangle in the water. See how far you can spit. You can always do what I like to do. Go to one of those big outdoor shows they have in the spring. Walk around and look at all the newest in high-tech gear. Talk to the technical representatives. Ask questions about the most expensive piece of gear they have to offer. Watch their eyes light up. While you’re there, talk to other people. Tell one of them an out-and-out whopper of a fish story. Lie your head off. No angler will question you to your face. In all likelihood, they’re probably prone to embellishment themselves. When you get home,
throw a dart at a map and plan to go fishing at some lake or stream you have never fished before. Experience a day on the water where everything is new. Plan to just look around you. Take in all the sights and sounds and smells. Lean back, shut your eyes and listen. Breathe in the fresh air – and try not to think about what needs to be done and what’s not getting done because you’re sitting out there in the middle of the lake. One thing I’m going to make a point of doing (more often) is asking myself what would I rather be doing. I think one of the reasons I begrudge doing certain tasks is that I know I’d rather be doing something else. So maybe if I did more of the things that I would rather be doing, then I wouldn’t begrudge doing the things that have to be done when I do get around to doing them. Any way you look at it, it never hurts to be both optimistic and realistic. jamesmurray@saobserver.net
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Entrepreneurs get name change One of the biggest and most successful student-led community non-profits in the world is rebranding itself, resulting in a new name for SIFE Okanagan. SIFE, which stands for Students in Free Enterprise, has been operating internationally for almost 40 years and, effective Jan. 1, 2013, became Enactus. “This is a more powerful name for us,” said Adrienne Renaud, a third-year Okanagan School of Business student at the Kelowna campus and vicepresident of marketing for Enactus Okanagan College. “We’re about taking action. We don’t just sit around and come up with ideas, we make things happen.” Enactus stands for entrepreneurial, action, and us. It highlights the role student leaders (guided by both academic advisors and business experts) take in sharing their classroom skills by creating real solutions for people in the community. In the Shuswap-Revelstoke region this has resulted in several key projects including: • Shuswap LaunchA-Preneur – a studentrun business competition open to all ages where local entrepre-
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Unplug and play at Carlin Put down your gadgets and pick up a book; that is just one of the messages Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society is trying to promote through their Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week taking place from Jan. 21 to the 27. This weeklong event encourages students and families to reduce their amount of screentime for one week including TV, video games, texting and computers. Unplug & Play Passports have been printed for every elementary and middle school stu-
dent in the district. On each passport, there is a daily checklist to record screenfree activities and a schedule of events for families throughout the North OkanaganShuswap. Children use an average of 7.5 hours of entertainment technology per day, says Literacy Outreach Coordinator Jennifer Findlay. Some of the events in the South Shuswap include the Carlin Country Sliding Party, set for Tuesday, Jan. 22 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Carlin School. The Carlin Parent’s
Advisory Committee is inviting families from the area to join in the fun of an old-fashioned sledding party. Bring your own sleds. Hot chocolate and a warming bonfire will be on site for all. Also at Carlin school will be a showing of Play Again, a documentary film that hopes to inspire families to take action to reconnect with the natural world. The film is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Child minding will be available by donation for younger children. There will also be
a preschool storytime event at the South Shuswap branch of the Okanagan Regional Library on Wednesday, Jan. 23 beginning at 10:30 a.m. There will be stories and rhymes for the little ones and their families. Also featured in the region will be buddy reading with the SilverBacks, family game nights, early years fair, family skating, family art afternoon, a free family swim, curling, along with many other fun-filled activities. For more information, go to www.shuswapliteracy.ca.
Dates to remember Scrapbooking, Every first and second Monday of the month beginning at 10 a.m., Eagle Bay Hall, for more information, call Inez at 250-675-4531. Bingo, every Friday, doors open at 6:30 with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Soup’n’Bun, every Wednesday, 12:30 p.m., White Lake Hall, for more information, call Tim at 250-8352141. Kidz Creativz, every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Shuswap Lake Estates open to students from grades
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four to six. Cribbage,Tuesdays 1:30 p.m., Sorrento Drop-in. Friday Night Stage Lights, every Friday, FACES fine art studio, ages 7-12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m., ages 13-17 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5, please call Karen for more information at 250-515-3276 or visit their website at http://facesblindbay. com/. Carpet Bowling, every Wednesday at the Blind Bay Hall, beginning at 1 p.m., contact Len for more
information. Line Dancing, Wednesdays 1:30 p.m., Shuswap Lake Estates in the lower hall, this is for advanced dancers. Seniors theatre, Tuesdays 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Sorrento Memorial Hall and Wednesday 1 to 3 p.m. at the Cedar Heights Community Center. All Dates To Remember events are due no later than Sunday night if you wish them to appear in the Friday edition. Please email all eventsshuswapmarket@saobserver.net.
Semi blocks highway Traffic was brought to a standstill Friday, Jan. 4, after a single vehicle accident resulted in a blockage on the Trans-Canada Highway. RCMP were called about 5:45 a.m. with reports of an accident eight kilometres west of Sorrento near Little River Boat World. The incident involved just one tractor-trailer, which had jack-knifed, blocking both lanes. No injuries were reported.
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Columbia Shuswap Regional District NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED: Electoral Area ‘C’ Official Community Plan Bylaw 725 TAKE NOTICE that in accordance with the Local Government Act the Columbia Shuswap Regional District will hold a PUBLIC HEARING regarding proposed Electoral Area ‘C’ Official Community Plan Bylaw 725. The Board of Directors of the Regional District has delegated the public hearing to Director Paul Demenok as Director of Electoral Area ‘C‘, being that in which the land concerned is located, or Alternate Director Arnie Payment, if the Director is absent. At the public hearing those persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw. The Board of the Regional District will not consider any verbal or written representations or submissions after the public hearing. Please be advised that written submissions received will be available to the public. Written submissions must be received in the Regional District’s office by 4:00 PM (Pacific Time) Monday, January 14, 2013, or may be submitted at the public hearing. LOCATION AND DATE OF HEARING: An open house and the public hearing will be held at the Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Road, Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0, on: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 Open House: 2:00pm - 7:00pm Public Hearing: 7:00pm At the Open House, members of the public will be able to review the Official Community Plan text and maps and speak with staff. The text and maps are also available on the CSRD website: www.csrd.bc.ca. PURPOSE OF BYLAW NO. 725: Electoral Area ‘C’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 725 will replace Electoral Area ‘C’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 700 in its entirety. The Official Community Plan will designate future land use for all land within Electoral Area ‘C’, introduce Development Permit Areas and provide a community vision and policy guidance for land use within the plan area. The above descriptions of the purpose and effect of Bylaw No. 725 are only general. The bylaw may have an impact on property owners and tenants in occupation within the area. It is therefore important for all property owners and tenants in occupation to inform themselves fully as to the nature and effect of the bylaw. INSPECTION OF DOCUMENTS: A copy of Bylaw No. 725, and all reports, plans and other documents that have been or will be considered by the Board of the Regional District will be available for inspection at the office of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, 781 Marine Park Drive, NE, Salmon Arm, BC, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM (Pacific Time), beginning December 10, 2012, and ending January 14, 2013, but excluding Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays. This notice is issued by Marcin Pachcinski, Community Parks & Recreation Team Leader, Columbia Shuswap Regional District. The mailing address for Mr. Pachcinski is Columbia Shuswap Regional District, PO Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1. Telephone: 1-250-833-5923; Fax: 1-250-832-3375; Toll Free (BC only) 1-888-2482773.
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Is gas the enviro-villain of 2013? Bc VIews Tom Fletcher VICTORIA –They’re well on the way to stopping the expansion of oil exports to Asia. Now will B.C.’s American branch-plant environmental machine turn on natural gas? A couple of weeks ago I described the dispute between the Haisla Nation and the rest of the Coastal First Nations group over the pioneering of liquefied natural gas development on Haisla territory at Kitimat. Powerful chiefs of the Heiltsuk, Gitga’at, Haida and others in the so-called Great Bear Rainforest oppose the idea of kicking off a new LNG export industry without extending the hydro grid to support renewable power for the region. LNG is shaping up as B.C.’s largest-ever industrial project, if it gets built. And there are signs the Americandirected environmental attack is swinging to our gas boom. Some in the Canadian media insist no such U.S. influence exists, or that it is trivial and benign. They mock federal Natural Resources
Minister Joe Oliver’s description of “foreign radicals,” pretending this applies to everyone opposed to oil pipelines. There weren’t many reporters with me when I covered the negotiations for the Great Bear Rainforest in 2006. To the Vancouver media it was just a big forest deal up in the middle of nowhere. Along with B.C. cabinet minister Pat Bell, Coastal First Nations and forest companies, the Sierra Club, ForestEthics and Greenpeace muscled their way to the table. How they did so became clear in early 2007. Behind these big three eco-propaganda groups was a $60 million war chest from an obscure outfit called Tides Canada. Another front group, as it turns out. The actual source of the money was the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the David and Lucille Packard Foundation, the Wilberforce Foundation, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund. Most made their billions in computers and software in San Francisco or Seattle. They’ve funded scientifically suspect campaigns such as “Yellowstone to Yukon” and “boreal forest” aimed at turning more than a third of Canada into parks. Increasingly, they are partnering with aboriginal people in B.C. and across Canada.
Some in B.C.’s major media have since grudgingly credited independent B.C. researcher Vivian Krause with filling in the blanks. She has shown that starting in 2002, these foundations began formally organizing against Canadian fossil fuel production. When the B.C. and Canadian governments matched the $60 million Great Bear Rainforest fund for “ecosystembased” forest management, they didn’t realize they were reinforcing a blockade against oil exports. Tides and its backers have continued to fund new protest groups, which are quoted as they pop up by credulous B.C. media. Their argument against oil exports centres on the sexy but false premise that Alberta’s “tar sands” somehow uniquely threaten the global climate. Lately, as the size of B.C.’s gas development has become clearer, the protests have started to refocus. Now we hear dire claims about the decades-old technique of “fracking” in gas development, and previously obscure groups are springing up to protest gas projects. Hollywood is about to gas us with an antifracking movie starring Matt Damon. Previews suggest that Promised Land works the usual evil-greedy-capitalist themes, in the Avatar tradition.
ForestEthics, Sierra Club and Greenpeace, meanwhile, are campaigning against their original forest preservation deal on B.C.’s Central and North Coast. Sustainable development solutions aren’t good for their business model. If people think a problem is solved, they
stop sending money. Meanwhile, the U.S. is surging ahead with its own shale oil and gas boom. Plans are underway for LNG exports from the U.S. to Asia. I think 2013 would be a good year for Canada to start making its own decisions on energy development.
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The organizers of the It’s All About Women Conference and Exhibition regret to announce that this year’s conference, scheduled for Saturday January 26th, has been cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control. The Prestige Harbourfront Resort is undergoing significant renovations to the Main Ballroom where we hold our conference and gala and they will not be completed in time for our event to proceed as planned. We have set the bar high for this event and feel our attendees deserve nothing less than the best we can deliver. The It’s All About Women Conference and Exhibition, the Evening Gala and the Shuswap Women of Distinction Awards are completely organized by a small, dedicated team of volunteers who contribute hundreds of hours to ensure its success. In order to preserve the integrity of this unique event for women, we felt it necessary to cancel the event and reschedule it for next January. Our heartfelt thanks go out to our sponsors and exhibitors. Without your backing each year this event wouldn’t be possible. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope you’ll join us next year. We’d also like to thank the women in our community (and beyond), who have faithfully attended the conference and the gala each year. You are the reason the It’s All About Women Conference and Exhibition was created. You are the reason we salute you with the Shuswap Women of Distinction Awards. For the past five years, funds raised have been donated to the Shuswap Area Family Emergency (S.A.F.E.) Society. The S.A.F.E. Society provides vital support and programs to Families in our area affected by domestic violence. The organizers of the It’s All About Women Conference and Exhibition would encourage everyone to forward any funds that might have been budgeted for purchasing tickets for the conference, directly to the S.A.F.E. Society. In closing I would like to express my sincere thanks to our awesome volunteers for their tireless energy, commitment and devotion to delivering what would have been an incredible event. Please do not let this unfortunate turn of events dampen your enthusiasm for this annual event. See you next year! Sincerely, Coralie Tolley, Founder and Chair It’s All About Women Conference and Exhibition
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Keep healthy eating on track this year Living weLL It’s a new year and you’ve made a pact to eat healthy. But, now it’s a few weeks later and you’re losing steam. So, what can you do to get back on track? First of all, it’s important to approach healthy eating in a realistic manner. Restricting foods, labeling foods as ‘good’ or ‘bad,’ and not eating enough food can wreak havoc on your body – emotionally and physically. It can lead to feelings of deprivation, overeating and a resounding amount of guilt that can lead you back to square one. Instead, focus on small changes, healthy foods that you enjoy, and take the time to create a support system to help maintain lifelong healthy eating habits.
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Shuswap Settlement Services gets funding for Welcome Shuswap initiative
Friday, January 11, 2013 Shuswap Market News
Community members or organizations interested in serving as partners or interested in volunteering are invited to visit the Shuswap Immigrant Services office at 351 Hudson Ave. NE (across from the Salmon Arm post office), email sass@shaw.ca or phone 250-838-6445.
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BRABY MOTORS
2011 Ram 3500 SLT Diesel
2011 Ram 3500 SLT Diesel
2011 Ram 2500 Laramie Diesel Mega Cab
2008 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX4
Shortbox, Exhaust brake, trailer brake controller, crew cab
Longbox, Exhaust brake, trailer brake controller, crew cab
heated/ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, Navigation, Rear DVD player, Backup camera
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2007 Ford F-150 Lariat Supercrew
2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie Diesel
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo X
2011 Dodge Journey R/T AWD
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Shortbox, 6- speed Manual, Leather
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2004 Dodge Durango SLT
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SE/SXT
2012 Ford Focus Titanium
4x4, leather, 7 passenger
Full Stow-N-Go, Tri-zone Temperature control, Pentastar V6
Stow-N-Go, tinted windows and roof rack
Heated leather, sunroof, Sync, Navigation
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2011 Ford Focus S
2008 Ford Fusion SE
2006 Honda Civic Sdn LX
2008 Volkswagen Beetle Trendline
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Heated leather, Sunroof, only 42,000Kms
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Trail tickets available It’s one of the hottest winter events in town and tickets to the seventh annual Shuswap Trails Party and Fundraiser on Feb. 1 are already going fast. The annual sell-out event at the Community Centre draws more than 400 community and business leaders together from around the Shuswap in support of regional greenway trail projects. Tickets for this evening event are available at Lakeside Insurance, Salmon Arm Financial, Skookum Cycle and Ski, Ridetech and Kula Movement and Wellness in Salmon Arm and AJs and the Worx/Powder Lites in Sicamous, or by calling 250-804-5264, or email info@shuswaptrails.com.
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At ALL CSRD landfills and transfer stations, bring your live trees during regular operating hours. Please ensure ALL decorations are removed.
Also: Free Christmas Light Recycling December 1st to January 15th Drop them off for recycling at any CSRD landfill or transfer station in the Shuswap (excluding Seymour Arm) during regular hours of operation.
One card. Many services. The new BC Services Card is part of government’s plan to modernize BC’s health care system. It replaces your CareCard, can be combined with your driver’s licence, and also acts as your photo ID. It’s more convenient and more secure, with enhanced features to protect your personal information. And getting yours is easy. Starting February 15, 2013, and for the next five years, you can simply enrol when renewing your driver’s licence. And even if you don’t drive, you can enrol at the nearest location where driver’s licences are issued. To learn more visit: BCServicesCard.ca
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155 - 257 g
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20 pack
650 mL
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Organic Free Trade Tribal Java Dark Roast Coffee 454 g
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Spectrum
Pure Fruit Juice
Tortilla Chips
Granola Bars
Couscous & Pilafs
Organic Wine Vinegars
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Organic Peanut Butter
170 - 340 g
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Keski-Salmi Loppet coming fast Well, many thanks to you who respond to my admonishments to “Think snow.” It has been spectacularly successful! Keep it up. Skiing over the Christmas holidays was terrific – both on track and in the back country. Trips around the Great Circle and on Greenway, White Pine Walk, and Treebeards are wonderful in the deep snow. Over the Christmas break there is a cadre of volunteers who serve as hosts on the hill for a three-hour session over the noon hour to greet skiers, welcome skiers from away, give info to skiers wishing directions, etc. Reports from these hosts tell of skiers from the U.S., Alberta and coastal B.C. Thanks to all these hosts for giving such a friendly face to our ski area. Larch Hills hosted the Teck Okanagan
TraiL TaLeS Marcia Beckner Cup #1 races in conjunction with the Larch Hills Annual Fun Race on Sunday, Dec. 30. These regional Teck (ie. sponsored by Teck Industries) races have been initiated to give racers more opportunity to race closer to home. Other regions with Teck Cup series are Kootenay, Coast, and Northern. Okanagan #2 and #3 races will be in Kelowna and Vernon. Congrats to the organizers of #1 at the Larch Hills and to our skiers who did so well in this event.
Many of our junior racers will be attending Teck BC Cup #2 in Kelowna this coming weekend along with their coaches and parents. Many of the parents are brought into the waxing scene since there are so many skis to wax in the morning before the races and the conditions can be changing by the minute. Thanks to the expertise of the coaches the wax of the day can be determined as they go. It is up to the athletes to test the wax job on their skis, then report back to the waxer as to how it is working. It can be a bit hairy just before a race getting the wax just right. Best of luck to the gang heading to Kelowna this weekend. The biggest event on the Larch Hills calendar is coming up fast. The 29th Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet
is Saturday, Jan. 19. I can’t believe it is almost 30 years since we launched this event! And now it is among the largest in B.C. We continue our affiliation with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon so be generous with your donation through the loppet. Over the 28 years so far we have raised more than $400,000 for the heart fund. It is a good marriage of heart-healthy nordic skiing and fundraising for healthy hearts. Skiers can register for the Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet online at www. skilarchhills.ca – click on loppet. Or, registration forms can be found at John’s Ski Shack and Skookum’s. They also collect registrations for the loppet. The registration desk is open for last minute registrants at the SASCU Recreation Centre until 8 p.m. Friday, Jan.
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18. That is also where skiers pick up their bibs. When you are in to pick up your bib, check out the Larch Hills scrapbooks which go back to the beginning of the club circa 1979. You may even find an earlier representation of yourself if you were skiing back then! Check the web site for current conditions. Since snowshoeing has become so popular there are signs designating the snowshoe trails. However, this from the web site: “Great to see everyone out using the trails, especially the snowshoers. Please remember to stay on designated snowshoe trails only. Snow shoe tracks are extremely difficult for skiers to control on down hill.” See you at the loppet. Think snow!
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The Foundation Skills b. teach Assessment (FSA), given to Grade 4 and 7 students, does not count towards your child’s marks. The results do not actively support your child’s learning. • FSA tests are expensive and waste money at a time when cuts are being made. • FSA tests do not help students learn or teachers teach. • FSA tests take valuable time away from more meaningful learning. • The data does not provide real help to students, parents, or schools. • The results are misused to rank schools and promote privatization. Teachers in North Okanagan-Shuswap recommend that parents write a letter to your school principal requesting that your child be exempted from the FSA. To learn more about your child’s progress and the real assessments done in the classroom, talk to her or his teacher. Sample letters are available at the local teachers association. To learn more about your child’s progress and the real assessments done in the classroom, talk to her or his teacher. Contact North Okanagan Teachers Association at 250-832-1933 or email lp83@bctf.ca A message from the North Okanagan-Shuswap Teachers’ Association
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Great effort
n In double overtime, the SilverBacks make a huge play to try and win the game Saturday versus Cowichan. Evan Anderson gets a shot off only to get robbed by the Capitals’ goalie, who makes a glove save. The final score was 3-3. The ’Backs host Powell River Sunday at 3. Fans are invited to bring their skates and take to the ice with the players after the game.
Young hockey stars take to ice today Come and watch the hockey stars of tomorrow light it up at the Shaw Centre this weekend Jan. 11 to 13. Salmon Arm Minor Hockey is hosting the 2012-2013 Novice Hockey Tournament. Four Salmon Arm teams (comprised of seven- and eight-yearold boys and girls) will compete against eight other teams from up and down the Okanagan Valley. Visiting teams are
coming from Revelstoke, Summerland, Winfield, North Okanagan, Penticton and West Kelowna. Games are Friday afternoon, Saturday morning and Sunday morning. The semi-finals start at 7:45 and 8 a.m. on Sunday with the Championship Game starting at 11:45 am on Hucul Pond. Come get your hockey fill this weekend at the Shaw Centre.
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Chase residents no longer need to make the trip to Kamloops or Salmon Arm to capture some of their precious family moments. Christie Mickelson has opened her own photography business in Chase, and is excited to start telling the stories of families through the art of photography. “I’ve always had a passion for capturing lifelong memories, says Mickelson. “Growing up, I was always the friend with the camera snapping pictures. The amount of pictures taken quadrupled when I had my boys.” She doesn’t have a studio at the moment, but doesn’t plan on getting one, saying she prefers to work with natural light that is always best outdoors. “I have a few treasured locations which I can offer or we can meet at a location picked by the client,” she says. “Some people
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n Christie Mickelson is offering her photography services to Chase residents. have special places that they hold dear to their heart.” “I will also come to the clients’ home and use their own personal things as a backdrop,” says Mickelson, explaining how this allows for the pictures to become a little more personal.
Despite only living in Chase since August and that she has only been doing photography professionally for a few months, thanks to word of mouth, she has already been very busy in the community. “It’s really snowballed for me,” says Mickelson.
Mickelson currently offers variations of lifestyle photography, which mainly deals with children and families but she hopes to expand into newborns and couples sessions. “I love seeing the wonder and innocence in the children’s eyes,” explains Mickelson. “I love to capture the special moments between parents and children, such as a loving embrace or a gut-wrenching laugh.” There are many reasons why Mickelson loves photography but the main one is the people she is photographing. “I love being around people and hearing their stories. I want to try and capture that through pictures for them.” For Mickelson, her new business brings double the good into her life. After spending years working at a desk job, she has now found a job that allows her to spend more time at home with her son, which is a welcome
change for her. She also enjoys knowing that she can offer something to the community that has been extremely lacking until now. “I don’t currently know of anyone within town that is advertising photography,” she says. For those clients within the Chase area, Mickelson says she can keep her rates lower than her Kamloops or Salmon Arm competitors because she does not have to charge for travel costs. “Chase is beautiful and has some pretty amazing backdrops for lifestyle photography.” If you would like book your own session with Mickelson, or find out more information, contact her by emailing her at christiemickelsonphotography@hotmail.com or by phoning 250-819-6570. You can also check out her facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ChristieMic kelsonPhotography?fre f=ts.
Council finalizes schedule for new year The next regular council meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 4 p.m. at the village office. The next committee of the whole
meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. at the village office. Council has now confirmed its 2013 sched-
ule for all regular council and committee of the whole meetings. The schedule is posted on the notice board at the entrance to the village
office at 826 Okanagan Ave. and on the Village of Chase website at www.chasebc.ca under the “Current News’’ tab.
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Heat steal win from Summerland By Scott Koch
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The Heat have been keeping busy over the holidays, taking to the ice for four seperate games. Way back on Dec. 19, the Heat hosted the Sicamous Eagles in the last contest prior to the Christmas break. The division leading Eagles took a 7-4 victory home from the fifth-place Chase team.
Of the four Chase goals, Marc Mackenzie got an unassisted marker, Kurtis Johnson got two and McKenzie Guardiero popped a single. Jacob Mattes stopped 35 of 42 shots he faced as he went the distance in goal. New Year’s Eve saw the North Okanagan Knights travel to Chase for what turned out to be a very festive evening. At the end of this one, the Heat walked
away with a 6-1 victory. Guardiero opened scoring in the first, Michael Keyes picked up his first of the season in the second along with Johnson getting his first of two on the night. In the third, Michael Rand got his first of the season followed by Cody Hodges with his first. Johnson closed out scoring for the Heat with Mattes stopping 31 of 32 shots he faced.
Jan. 5 saw the Heat in Summerland facing the Steam. At game’s end Chase stole one with a 4-3 victory. Shelby Kostyshen opened scoring followed by Kurtis Johnson with a hat trick. Devon Pearson went the distance between the pipes facing 31 shots for the victory. Sunday afternoon, saw the return of the revenge-minded Knights and less then two minutes in they
had potted the first of five. At the conclusion of this contest the Armstrong based team skated away with a 5-1 victory. Dom Hodges was the lone marksman for the Heat. The Heat now have nine wins on the year after playing 38 games, a modest improvement from their inaugural season. Next up are the Nelson Leafs on Friday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m.
Men’s and Ladies Bonspiel welcomes curlers Chase Curling Club is kicking off the new year with its Men’s and Ladies Bonspiel and they are looking for teams to join in the fun. While the event itself, which is taking place Jan. 12 and 13, is co-ed, the games them-
selves will be women against women and men against men, says Janice Winfield, explaining that organizers decided there would be no challenge of the sexes. The cost to take part is $160 and all teams
will share meals, banquet and off-ice festivities. For more information on the event, call Winfield at 250-679-4471 or Dave Williams at 250-517-8829. Information can also be obtained through email at
admin@hasecurling.ca. Later down the road, the Chase Curling Club will also be host to the junior bonspiel on Feb. 2 and 3. Information for this event can be found by contacting Diane Overton at 250-679-2987 or
Rose De Souse at 250679-6809. The final bonspiel will be the mixed open on Feb. 9 and 10; information can be found by contacting Williams. Each event is open to both individual curlers as well as teams.
Learn to Skate program to begin on Jan. 22 Get the kids out of the house and onto the ice, as Chase Recreation Society is now taking registrations for the winter session of their Learn to Skate Program. There
Chase Heat take on the Nelson Leafs tonight, Jan. 11, 7 p.m. at the Art Holding Memorial Arena. Chase Coffeehouse goes the second Friday of each month until May. Tonight the featured band is Jerry Turcott & Group, 7 p.m. at the Chase Community Hall. Entertainers welcome. Come sing, play and enjoy. All proceeds go to Chase Citizens on Patrol.
will be a total of eight session open to children between the ages of three and up beginning Jan. 22 and ending on Mar. 13. The skating pro-
grams being offered this term are as follows: Preschool Penguins ages three to five, at $60 and Eager Beavers ages five to teen at $100 are Tuesdays
from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. As well, there will be Junior Rec hockey for children ages beginning at eight and up at $60 on Wednesdays from 4:305:15 p.m.
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Learn to Skate Program begins Jan. 22 and ends March 13. For info, call Jane Herman at 250-679-3870 or email her at jherman@ cablelan.net. Taoist Tai Chi , Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 at the Chase Community Hall. For info, contact Judy at 250-679-5425 or go to www.taoist.org. Parents & Tot Playgroup, every Friday from 10 a.m. to noon,
basement of the Catholic Church in Chase, children up to five with parents/caregivers, provided free, playtime, crafts, healthy snack for all participants, special events and outings throughout the year, for more information call Hazel at 250-679-4465. Soup & Buns at the Evangelical Free Church, 295 Shuswap Ave., every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., come have free coffee, a
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SINCLAIRFRANCE WEDDING A sunny garden surrounded by brilliant flowers was the setting for the wedding of Meghan Islay Sinclair and Chad Gregory France on July 28, 2012 in Terrace, B.C. The bride is the daughter of Donald and Cheryl Lou Sinclair of Salmon Arm. The groom is the son of Ted and Stella France of Abbotsford, B.C. The bride’s niece Aila Norlin and the groom’s nieces Alanna and Aisha Picotte were flower girls, whose dresses matched the garden blooms. The bride’s young nephew, Jute Norlin led the couple’s dog, Angus, who carried their wedding rings. Meghan’s sister, Kelsey Norlin of Salmon Arm was her matron of honour and Chad’s close friend, Steve Houle of Campbell River, B.C. was his best man. The bride entered on the arm of her father accompanied by the live band ‘Late Nite on Air’ who played and sang the couple’s song “The Luckiest.” The wedding took place where their favourite May Day tree towered over a flower-laden gazebo that the groom had built for his beautiful bride. Marriage Commissioner Henry Dreger officiated. The ceremony was followed by wonderful gourmet food, speeches and a wedding cake decorated with edible flowers. Later the garden sparkled with lights while the band filled the summer air with music. A wonderful celebration was enjoyed by all.
SHANNON CAMPBELL It is with sadness that the family of Shannon Campbell beloved wife of Maynard and daughter of June Buresh of Salmon Arm announces her passing on January 06, 2013 at the age of 67 years. Donations in memory of Shannon can be sent to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation. A Celebration of Life Service for Shannon will take place on Saturday January 12, 2013 at 2;00 pm from Bowers Funeral Chapel, Salmon Arm, BC Online condolences can be sent through Shannon’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice. com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, BC
BERGEN, RHONDA LEIGH August 26, 1976 - December 16, 2012 Words alone cannot convey the depth of our sadness at the sudden passing of Rhonda Leigh Bergen on December 16th, 2012 at the young age of 36yrs; her family at her side. Rhonda was predeceased by her mother, Ann Leible, and leaves behind her father, Alex Leible of Salmon Arm. She is survived by her brother Rod (Deb) Bergen of Revelstoke, sisters Deb (Eliseo) Butler and Carol-Anne Bergen, both of Kamloops and Lee (Kevin) Holden of Salmon Arm. Nieces and nephews, Nikki, Heath, Brandi, Chris, Ashley, Kirsten and Kaeden. Great nephews, Kayson, Laken, Taven; great nieces Taylor, Avery and Adalyn. Rhonda was born in Kelowna, BC on August 26, 1976. She moved with family to Salmon Arm and built a life full of accomplishments including graduation from Okanagan College, work in a meaningful career, travel (England, Scotland, and Ireland), a beautiful home and a large network of friends and family. She will be greatly missed by her community of close friends from Lynndale Lodge, 2010 Foothills home and Zellers. Rhonda loved her work caring for those who appreciated her giving heart and catching sense of humour. Her infectious smile and spirit brought sunshine to everyone’s day. She left a lasting impression with everyone she met. Her deepest love was evident to family and friends; spending time with each and every one of them, laughing and just “being”. Her creative nature allowed her to appreciate and capture special moments; these events seen by her as priceless. She poured all her love into creating books full of memories, insisting that each and every one was as important as the next. Please join us in celebrating the life of our sweet, generous, “heart of gold,” sometimes off the wall hilarious Rhonda! In knowing how humour truly defined this young woman, at her request, we must include it during our celebration. We ask that you bring and wear your silliest hat! There will be an appropriate time during the service that we will ask you to wear it; to honour our dear Rhonda. Celebration of Life to be held at Fischer’s Funeral Services, Jan. 12th at 11am, followed by a tea. In lieu of flowers and other in-kind support, the family has set up a trust fund in her name. Please contact either Deb Butler 778-470-3702 or Lee Holden 250-832-6485. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories through Rhonda’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
MARGARET NOBLE Noble, Margaret Ann Swan (Nee Johnson) a resident of Salmon Arm since 1972, passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital on January 05, 2013 with her “lovlings” by her side. Marg was born in Cornwall Ontario, had her schooling in Cornwall and took her nurses training at KGH (Kingston General Hospital), graduating in 1957. She worked at KGH, VGH (Vancouver), Peace Arch (White Rock), and SLGH (Salmon Arm) from 1973, retiring July 2000. Marg was predeceased by her husband Ken in December 1990. She is survived by her children Kenneth Christopher (Chris) and Aura Lee both of Salmon Arm. Marg was an active member of the First United Church, UCW secretary, Chair of the Worship Committee, Church Council and in Pastoral Care; also active in the hospital Auxiliary and Canadian Diabetes Association. She enjoyed her regular bridge games with retired hospital friends. Marg had a hard time saying no to anyone who needed help, a ride, phoning done, visiting shut ins at home or in hospital, she was always volunteering for something. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Diabetes Association. A memorial service will be held on Monday January 14, 2013 at 2pm from the First United Church, Salmon Arm, BC. A reception will follow the service allowing friends and family to continue sharing memories. Online condolences can be sent through Margs obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC
ALLAN “ALLIE” WALL It’s a sad day when we have to say good bye to a kind, warm, caring gentleman who, for those that were lucky enough to have had him be a part of their lives, we will be eternally grateful. Allan was born August 26th, 1965 in the Crowsnest Pass, the eldest of 3 children, and passed away January 4th, 2013. At the young age of 15, like many Canadian young men, he pursued his dream of playing junior hockey and was picked up by the Merritt Centennials. During his time in Merritt, he developed a strong love and appreciation for this part of the world, and began the adult phase of his life there. He began his career in forestry with Sanders & Co., and through the years developed many lifelong friendships. His work took him to the far North, where he met and fell in love with his life partner Kory. An avid outdoorsman, Al always looked forward to his annual hunting and salmon fishing trips. He was passionate about many sports, with golf being his true obsession. He was forever taking lessons and practicing, trying to master a game he both loved and hated. On the golf course as in life, Al was always competitive, cheering on the underdog with compliments and support, but accepting victory in his modest, humble way. Rarely a day went by that Al didn’t bring sunshine into your life, tirelessly helping friends and always keeping things light with his dry sense of humour. He is survived by his Mother Mary and Father Stan, Brother David (Mary-Ann), Sister Darlene (Dale) and nephews, Life partner Kory, step-daughters Chelsey and Kassie, the love of his life... granddaughter Shaye, and his always faithful companion “Bud”. “I’m not crying cause I feel so sorry for you... I’m crying for me” Al will be laid to rest in the Crowsnest Pass, with a memorial to be held in Merritt Saturday January 19, 2013, 2PM at the Merritt Golf Course
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HAUTALA, OLGA April 26,1926 - December 30, 2012 Olga Elizabeth Hautala passed away peacefully at Ridge View Lodge, Kamloops, BC on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at the age of 86 years. The celebration of Olga’s life was held at Hindman Bowers Funeral Chapel, Golden, BC on Friday, January 4th at 1 p.m. Interment followed at the family plot in the Golden Legion Cemetery, followed by a reception in the Legion Hall. Born in Lamont, Alberta on April 26, 1926, Olga lived a full and active life, dedicating her time to her family as wife, mother and grandmother, living in Mundare, AB; Golden, Salmon Arm and Kamloops, BC. She was predeceased by her husband Sam (1982), a WWII vet and CPR supervisor who was the love of her life. Olga is survived by her loving and dedicated family: her twin sister Amelia Coupland of Spruce Grove; daughters Shirley (Lorne) Stenseth of Sorrento and Arlene Hollister of Kamloops, and son William Hautala of Kamloops; 6 grandchildren - Vince (Thuy), Shannon, Symone, Ria, Jennifer, Christian, and Todd; 3 great grandchildren - Reese, Quynn, and Shyanne; as well the numerous nieces and nephews, all whom she adored. Email condolences may be sent to Olga’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com. In lieu of flowers or gifts, please donate in memory of Olga Hautala to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden hospice (http://www.kamloopshospice.com/ home). Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, BC
NOWACKI, KATARZYNA (KAY) August 18,1923 - December 19, 2012 With sadness we announce the passing of Katarzyna (Kay) Nowacki in her 90th year on Dec 19, 2012. Mom was born on August 18, 1923 in Howilowie Wielkim, Ukraine and immigrated to Canada with her husband, Andrzej in November 1949 where they landed in Montreal and settled in Lavington, BC in March of 1950. In 1957, they settled in Notch Hill, BC on the farm where Dad passed away on May 26, 1976 and Mom remained until her recent passing. Mom farmed the property until 1990 and then participated with her daughter Bev and son-inlaw Phil in the ongoing day to day activities of the farm. Over her 55 years on the farm, Mom was well liked by all her neighbours and friends. Mom in turn, appreciated their kindness and generosity through the years. Mom is survived by her daughter Bev (Phil) of Notch Hill, BC; son Paul of Duncan, BC and son Hank (Gail) of Blind Bay, BC as well as grandsons Robert, Tristan, David and Chad and granddaughters Sabrina and Miranda. The family would like to offer a special thanks to Dr. Currie and all the caring staff at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their kindness and caring to Mom during her illness. We would also like to thank all our neighbours and friends that attended Mom’s service at St Josephs Catholic Church in Salmon Arm on Dec 28, 2012. If friends desire, donations to the Shuswap Lake General Hospital Foundation would be most welcome. Online condolences can be sent through Kay’s obituary at www.bowersfunertalservice.com Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC
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In loving memory of JUNE MARGUERITE BELL June was born June 18, 1927 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. June passed at 9:00 a.m. on December 27, 2012 in Salmon Arm and is survived by her son Larry, three grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. June was married to Ross and had a daughter Wendy, both deceased. June lived her life to the fullest and had a wonderful sense of humour. Recently June was living in full care facilities and got the affectionate nick name “June Bug” which was indicative of her diminutive stature and lovable personality. A celebration of June’s life will be held in the spring. Friends and family will be notified. God speed Mom, I love you and you will be dearly missed.
EMILSON, BARNEY EMIL August 29, 1922 - December 26, 2012 EMILSON, Barney Emil passed away at the Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at the age of 90 years. Barney was born in Akureyri, Iceland on August 29, 1922 and had been a resident of Salmon Arm for the past 20 years. Barney will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Elizabeth; children, Chris, Kim and Pam Emilson; stepson, Dale Batten; brother, David; two sisters, Runa Peterson and Maria Defoort and numerous family. A celebration of Barney’s life will be held at Ashern, MB in the spring of 2013. Contributions in memory of Barney may be made to Hillside Village, 2891 - 15 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2B6. Online condolences can be sent through Barney’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice. com. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm. JOAN MARGARET LARSEN (TROUTON) September 24, 1929 - December 19, 2012 Joan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, auntie and friend passed away peacefully and without pain, early Wed., Dec. 19, 2012 at Piccadilly Park Care home in Salmon Arm. Joan was born in Manitoba and lived her early years there until meeting and marrying the love of her life, Sigurd Larsen. They moved to BC in the late 1960’s and then settled in the Sicamous/Canoe area. Joan leaves behind her loving husband of 58 years, Sid (“The Barber”), three sons Rick (Ivy), Don (Denise) and Cam (Marisa), five grandchildren, five great grandchildren, three brothers Ness (Merle), Allen (June), and David (Ruby) as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Joan loved life and always made the most of every season, situation and connection. She will be sorely missed and never forgotten A special thank you to the nurses, care aids and support staff at Piccadilly who loved and cared for Joan the last three years with such humour, dignity and respect. A service honouring Joan’s life will be held in the new year. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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FLORAL BROWN November 26, 1915 - December 27, 2012 Surrounded by her loving family Floral (Patty) Lily Marguerite Brown (nee Blow) passed away peacefully at Dunrovin Lodge in Quesnel BC on December 27th 2012. Floral was born in Lachute Quebec, to Charles E. Blow and Floral Blow (nee Humphries). Her pre-school years were spent in Montreal and she moved to Prongie Saskatchewan at the age of 6. She was raised by her aunt Alice and her family until she returned to Montreal at 22 where she was reunited with her mother Floral. In Montreal she met and married Earl Thomas Brown on November 1st 1938. When Earl went overseas Floral moved with her three small girls back to help Aunt Alice on the farm in Saskatchewan. When Earl returned from overseas they stayed in Saskatchewan for 5 years and had two sons there. They left Saskatchewan for BC where they had three additional daughters. They raised their family of seven in the Quesnel and Prince George area. When they retired they moved to Salmon Arm then Hedley and Princeton. They returned to Quesnel in 1995. Floral is predeceased by husband Earl (of 60 years), her daughter Earline Wilkins, mother Floral Scullion father Charles Blow , brother Kenneth Humphreys, son-in-law Robert Krause and infant daughter Floral. She is survived by her twin daughters Patty (Mac) Miller, Peggy (David) Reid, her sons Chuck (Derrill) Brown, Gerald (Judy) Brown, and daughters Gloria Brown (Stan Morris) Penny Brown (Gene LeDuc), sons-in-law Ron Wilkins, Bill Moore, and John Baker, 18 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, 14 great-greatgrandchildren. Service will be held at 1:00 PM January 5th 2013 at Northstar Fellowship Baptist Church, 301 Northstar Road Quesnel. Pastor Norm Botteril officiating. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in memory of Floral Brown to Dunrovin Park Lodge. Condolences can be emailed to stonebridge@ shaw.ca. Funeral arrangements are in care of Clayton’s Funeral Directors, Quesnel, BC.
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MARIE MORRISON (1915-2012) It is with great sadness that the family of Rosina Alice Marie Morrison (Ashton) announces that Marie passed away peacefully on December 16, 2012 at the age of 96. Marie was born on December 31, 1915 in Lethbridge, Alberta. Marie married Charles Russell “Rusty” Morrison on January 13, 1940. Marie and Charles settled in Salmon Arm, British Columbia and had three children; Larry, Bob and Sherry. Those that knew Marie will remember her great passion for her family and gardening. It was not uncommon to find Marie surrounded by beautifully colored arrangements of flowers. Marie was predeceased by her husband Charles in 1996. Marie is survived by her two sisters Grace Munro and Margaret Stafford, children Larry (Ella) Morrison, Bob Morrison, Sherry (Lorne) Eliason and five grandchildren Colin Whyte (Nina), Cory Morrison (Christina), Wade Eliason (Apryl), Terie Eliason, Cary Eliason (Michelle) and five great grandchildren. Marie will be forever missed by her family and friends, at the request of Marie there will not be a service. Marie’s family would like to thank the staff and friends of Marie at Pioneer Lodge, Palliative Care Unit at Shuswap Lake General Hospital and Judy Hutchins. Online condolences can be sent through Marie’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm PATRICIA ANN LOUISE MORK It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother, PAT MORK, on December 26, 2012.Mom developed unexpected complications with COPD over Christmas but passed away comfortably in her home in Salmon Arm, BC with her daughter Laura, son-in-law Jim and granddaughter Emily at her side. Pat was the oldest child of William & Winifred Castellan (both predeceased) and was born in a little farm house in Baldwinton, SK on April 27, 1943.She met my Dad, Frank Mork (predeceased) at her parents store when she was just 16 and they were married Feb 5, 1964 in Turtleford, SK.Mom was very proud to be a bank teller for most of her adult life and she & Dad finally settled in Sicamous, BC in 1973.They moved to Salmon Arm in 1998 where Mom worked at the local Sears store until she retired in 2009. Pat will be forever missed & remembered by her daughter, Laura Willis;son-in-law Jim Willis; granddaughter Emily Willis; sister Doris Wright; brother Bill Paradis; sister-in-laws Grace Mork; Lorraine Mork; Joyce Farren; Evelyn (Art) Priest; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousinsand friends. The family wishes to gratefully acknowledge & deeply thank Dr. Weicker for being the incredible, old-fashioned, kind-hearted Doctor he is; RN Kelly Linnel for her words of wisdom & comfort; Palliative RN Diane for coming to our rescue Christmas day; all the Community Care-Aids (especially Sherry) for their care & devotion and all of Mom’s many friends who were always so good to her. As per Mom’s wishes there will be no service and she will be interred after cremation in Mount Ida Cemetery, Salmon Arm, right beside my Dad. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, PO Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N3. On line condolences may be sent to Pat’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
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Fischer’s Funeral Services wishes to express sympathy to the families which we served in December 2012… Mary Beeds Ewald Dauter Gerhard Weisse Helen Hill Stanley Polack Kenneth Proctor Alice May Beech
Stephen Oliphant Rhonda Bergen Adalbert Jilek Joan Larsen Calvin Rottacker Ronald Cloutier Joseph Buchanan
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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.
DRIVER BFI Canada is seeking a FT residential garbage truck driver. The successful applicant should be strong, dependable, punctual & diligent. A minimum Class 3 license is required. Please email resumes with drivers abstract to robert.hurdle@bficanada.com
GREAT Canadian Oil Change is now hiring. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, are good with computers and work well with the public, come join out team! Automotive repair experience or knowledge an asset. Weekend work required. Apply in person between 8am and 6pm or by fax 250-832-1042 GROUP home hiring for weekends & casual shifts, must have a health related certificate. Email resume: LLsupervisor.SQ@gmail.com ONE experienced hand crafted log home builder and log peelers. Must have their own tools and experience working in Winter. Call Traditional Log Homes Ltd. 250-832-8770 PT/FT Care-Aid needed. Must have certificate, own transportation, flexible hours, starting wage $19+/hr Email resume: salmonarmca@hotmail.com
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SALMON ARM BRANCH The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for a Library Page at our Salmon Arm Branch. Please refer to our website at www.orl.bc.ca for the Job Description, position requirements and information about applying for this opportunity. Only full time students are eligible for this position. Closing Date: January 16, 2013 Closing Time: 3 p.m. Please quote Competition #12-143 We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only short listed applicants will be contacted.
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Applicants must possess a Recognized RCA certificate and Be registered with BC CACHWR. Shifts include full time, part time, Full time night shift and casual on call. Resumes complete with supporting documentation can be emailed to ruby@nfbg.ca or fax to 250-434-8566. While we appreciate all applications, Please note only those short listed will be contacted.
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BEHAVIOUR INTERVENTIONIST The successful candidate will be working with under school age children with Autism in Salmon Arm and Sicamous. The position is approximately 3 hours per day, 5 days per week. You must be 19 years or older with a vehicle. Remuneration: A competitive wage based on skill, experience, and education will be offered by the family. A current Criminal Record Check will be required by the families. Education and Experience: Experience and/or post secondary education in a related area of study would be helpful. (i.e.: early childhood education, special needs, child and youth care, psychology, social work, special education assistant, retired teacher or community support worker). Contact: Send resume with 3 references to: Patricia Kennedy, la_quiese@live.com or call 1-250-836-2846 if you would like more information. Resumes will be accepted until January 19, 2013.
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CARPENTER with 45yrs. experience, new houses, renovations, drywall, painting & finishing. Excellent references (1-250)878-4460
ALFALFA/grass 1st cut, small squares. Excellent beef cow feed. J. Lepine (250)832-2962 Excellent 2nd & 3rd crop, grass hay, nutrient analysis avail. 250-546-6158. GRASS/ALFALFA lst crop $4.50, 2nd crop $6.25, last years hay $3.50, straw $4.00, oat hay $3.50. All good for horses. (250)832-4160, (250)803-8298 Hay alfalfa/ GRASS mix square bales first cut $5 second cut $6 , round bales $50 and oat haylage bales $30 (250)832-1089
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Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
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Shavings or sawdust 150 yard loads.Cedar or Fir.Bark mulch. Delivered. 1 (250)8386630
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$300 & Under OPRAH ticket, Jan. 24 at Rogers Area in Vancouver, $299. (250)832-6435
$500 & Under FRAMUS Nashville 5 string Banjo w/hard shell case $400 Cort 6 string acoustic guitar with pick up cutaway body hard shell case $450 Yamaha clarinet recently checked over $200 Phone 250-833-1976 or 250-517-8087
Firearms Canadian Firearms Safety Courses (PAL) Hunter Training Course (C.O.R.E.) Downstairs at Chase Legion PAL: Jan 26 & 27 9am-5pm and Feb 2 & 3 9am-5pm. Cost $105 includes manual & exams CORE: Feb 9 & 10 9am-5pm Cost $140 includes manual, exams & BCWF Fee All courses pre-registration required Call Ivan: (1-250)679-2758
LONG haired Chihuahuas puppies ready for new homes 1 female 1 male 2 short haired males ready in 5 weeks. $350 each. Phone (250)832-9107
FARM Fresh free range brown eggs $3/dozen (250)832-8918
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Contractors Custom blueprints.Visit: wwldesigns.ca Save! Save! Save!
Misc Services SNOW REMOVAL Sidewalks,driveways,small parking lots, roofs. Residential or Commercial Shuswap Window Cleaning 250- 833-2533
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N&T CANINE CARE Daycare, boarding, grooming. Visit our webpage: www.nandtcaninecare.ca 250-835-0136 Wanted Male Rotti for stud date in January. Please Call 250-832-1089 for more info
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Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217
iROBOT vacuum, never used $250. also Kirby upright vacuum with shampoo attachment $800. (250)833-4538
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I like to buy $100 coins, coin collections & specialty foreign coins. Todd 250-864-3521
APPLE iMac: silver 20� Core 2 Duo, 4 gigs ram, wired apple keyboard, wireless mighty mouse, clean install of OSX. Great shape, no issues $650 Call 250-832-6765 BROTHER Profile 551 Knitting machine, c/w attachments, manual & pattern book $175. obo (250)832-6640 Front end loader JD 140 W/ bucket good running cond. $3600 OBO John Deere 140 W/ snowblade and mower new engine, 18hp $2900 OBO 250804-8275 FUTURE STEEL BUILDING Still in Crate 35’X70’, Profile Shaped Never assembled Phone (250)546-6114
CASH for OLD postcards, guns, military medals, syphons, bottles, license plates, NWBIT insulators, tins, signs, silver coins (15x), toys, tokens, misc. antiques, Larry, 250 545-7140, sumas@shaw.ca
NEPTUNE POOLS & SPAS We want to buy: Good used Hot Tubs
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(250) 832 3378 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town WANTED: oak kitchen chairs, oak rocking chair & a light duty utility trailer (1-250)838-9833 WANTED: Used greenhouse for a home garden, fiberglass preferred (250)832-6370
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MAYTAG Washer/Dryer, 1yr. old. $500. obo, like new dbl. bed & frame $100., futon & frame $25. (250)253-1093
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FRAMUS Nashville 5 string Banjo w/hard shell case $400 Cort 6 string acoustic guitar with pick up cutaway body hard shell case $450 Yamaha clarinet recently checked over $200 Phone 250-833-1976 or 250-517-8087
LGE 1 & 2 BDRM. BRIGHT apts. In suite storage, green space, live-in manager. Cable incl. Sicamous, 250-836-4516.
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1bdrm across from City Hall. Adults, N/S, pets negot., refs req’d $690/mo. Phone: 250833-0420, 250-253-0606 1 bdrm apt. available immed. Central loc. Mature adults. Pet negotiable. $695/mo. Phone 250-832-6490 1 BDRM. UNFURNISHED, waterfront condo. All appl. 2 parking-boat slip. $795/mo. Leanne 250-804 3485 or 250832-1324. 3 bdrm. APT. Avail. immediately. $600/mo. incl. utilities. 250-517-0244. DOUGLAS MANOR 2-bdrm. $825/mo. incl. f/s, d/w, a/c, heat, h/w. N/S N/P. Avail. Jan 1. 250-803-1694
HIGHLY visible 1000 sq ft commercial property $1200 month, available immediately. Ground floor, central heat/air, utilities extra. Fenced yard optional. 250-321-4724
Fully furn. 1 Bdrm Apts. Viewing Shuswap Lake close to all amenities in quiet adult NS NP building starting at $795 plus Hydro ref’s req’d
Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale Kel-leigh Manor. 1 bdrm, incl f/s,dw,a/c,heat,hw. N/S, N/P $695/mo. 250-803-1694
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BRIGHT & Clean 1981 Mobile in park, Avail. Immed. $56,500 2bdrm + diningroom, f/s, w/d, shed, call or text 250-5408358
LARGE Bright 1 Bdrm Apt Over garage country living 5 min from Ind park shared laundry garden space in Spring $575 util incl. 250-804-4895 LGE. 2 BDRM. apt. $550/Mo. No indoor smoking. Util. not included .250-804-3380.
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DOWNTOWN Salmon Arm. Up to 1600 sqft. $9.50/sqft plus t-net. Parking. Ph 250832-3277
Cottages / Cabins TAPPEN: Fully detached furnished cottage, long term preferred, ref’s req., avail May 1st, (250)804-5544
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HOME BUYING MADE EASY • New home on its own 50 X 100 lot • All landscaping c/w underground sprinklers • Concrete drive & walkway Ask how to get $10,000 back from the government.
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1BDRM waterfront cottage, Sunnybrae, quiet, bright, clean, gas F/P, garage, storage, NS, NP, ref’s req. $795/mo. (250)804-9706 2BDRM. 1bath fenced 1/2acre close to DT SA, pet okay, 5appl., 2 car carport, $1200/mo. + util (250)8783200 2Bdrm, 2bath, pet ok $950/mo+util Avail Now DD 250-515-3337 2BDRM. bsmt. suite, 3bdrm. upper floor & also 4 & 5bdrm whole house, one close to DT & one on 20ST SE, F/S/W/D, pet friendly, avail. now (250)549-6554 2BDRM Home w/half basement in Canoe incl FS Hydro NS NP $900 250-833-2518 2Bdrm upgraded Mobile SA West rural setting NS W/D F/S DD $800 250-832-9070 2 bedroom loft on farm in MARA, $650./mo includes utilities. 1-(250)838-6630 3 bd rm + den, 1644 sq. ft. + storage, dble garage, air cond. Large covered deck with lake/mtn. view. $1,500/mo + util, incl. all appliances. NS, NP, DD, ref. required, 250832-2510
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1 bdrm for mature quiet single person. WD in suite, Sep entrance. NS NP $650/Mo incl util. 250-804-0125
1Bdrm W/O. Avail Mar. 1 NS NP $700/mo util, cable incl. DD& Ref’s req. 250-832-4448 1BRM bright level entry near dt ns np w/d dw util cab wifi incl $750 (250)832-5919 2BDRM., 5appl., near 4 schools, rink, NS, NP, back yard, a/c $900/mo. incl. util.+ DD, avail. now (250)295-5498 2BDRM. private entrance, renovated, quiet pet OK, avail. now, $700 + share of util. 430 2ST SE (250)833-2129 3 Bedroom main floor suite. Walking distance to downtown SA. Fireplace,washer/dryer, large yard, new deck, near Fletcher Park. N/S, small pet OK. Utilities included. $1150. 250-833-3545 ATTRACTIVE BRIGHT 2bdrm bottom level w/o 1200sqft. near SASS, 5appl., ac, sat tv, paved parking & driveway, fenced yard, NS, NP, $775/mo. + half util, ASvail Jan 31 (250)832-9745 AVAILABLE immediately Enderby 1 bedroom + Den Neat and clean, recently renovated Shared laundry f/s Utilities included, no smoking, small pet ok- w/approval $700/month $350 DD. References required. Call: 1-250-307-7219 Bachelor cabin Magna Bay, F/S large lot suits senior & dog $595 incl util. 250-833-2129 Beautiful 2bdrm daylight suite in newer home, Enderby, private entrance & parking, w/d, f/s, f/p, lawncare. $875.incl utils. (250)550-4096 Brand New bright, beautiful 2 bdrm,includes W/D $1000/mo. 250-833-6188
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Great location Modern 3 bdrm, 2 bath in SA Avail Now 5 appl., dbl garage, NS, NP, DD & refs. reqd. $1100 + util., 250-804-8824 onthegogran@hotmail.com PRIVATE 2 Bdrm cottage min to town pet neg $900 incl util 250-804-1196 Avail Immed SMALL HOUSE IN Green Acres Mobile Park, Malakwa. Only $400/mo. 250-836-2778. SORRENTO nice 3+bdrm house, 2bth, lakeview, near beach/town, , lrg rec room W/D/F/S incl., avail. immed, $1100/mo + util. DD req. (250)803-1081 TOP floor of executive home w/panoramic view of lake, Appleyard Sub., 2bdrm, 2 full bath, covered carport, all util. incl., ref’s req. $1200/mo., NP (250)832-5041 UPSTAIRS suite in Enderby 3 bedroom 1 bathroom Close to schools Shared laundry Utilities included, n/s n/p $1100/ month 550/DD References required Available February 1st Call: 1-250-307-7219
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As required by Section 20(4) of BC’s Forest Planning and Practices Regulation this notice is provided. An amendment to Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) #70 has been approved by the District Manager, Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations without having been made publicly available for review and comment. As of December 20, 2012 operations under the amended plan have been authorized to begin. Canoe Forest Products Ltd. (CFP) purchased Federated Co-operatives Limited’s (FCL’s) licenses (Forest License A18670, Tree Farm License 33, and Timber License T0 635). The amendment adds CFP as a party to the FSP and removes FCL from being party to FSP. CFP becomes the prime holder of the FSP. This is an administrative amendment as there are no changes to the results and strategies within the FSP. For further information pleas call Greg Hislop, RFP Planning Forester at 250-833-1237
2001 Buick Century Ltd, great cond., leather, loaded, all access. working, winter & summer tires incl. $4000. (250)832-3334 after 6pm LOOKING FOR A DEAL ON A NEW VEHICLE? Save up to 40% OFF your next new vehicle... No games or gimmicks, deal direct with local dealerships. www.newcarselloff.com No qr code reader? Text info: 778.786.8271
Trucks & Vans 1993 Ford F150 XLT, 302 engine, runs well, $1500. obo (250)804-4971 2010 Ford F-350 diesel 15,000 miles 3 years free maintenance. Lots of Extras. Asking $45,000. 4 new winter tires on rims. Asking $1500. Paul 250832-6333
Shuswap Market News Friday, January 11, 2013
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> SOUTH SHUSWAP LIBRARY BRANCH 10:30AM Join us for stories and rhymes for little ones and their families.
> SALMON ARM GM and PICCADILLY MALL Help “Jam the GM” full of gently used children’s books. All books distributed to family organizations in the North Okanagan-Shuswap.
Random Acts of Reading
> PLAYFORT PUBLISHING Listen for local celebrities reading books around the community. Free book giveaways.
Bring a Book to Work Week
Businesses and organizations are encouraged to promote reading and book discussions during regularly scheduled employee break times. Organize a used book exchange or start a book club.
Monday, January 21 Family Literacy Week Opening Ceremony - SALMON ARM
Armstrong Early Years Fair - ARMSTRONG
> ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY 8:30AM - 11:00AM Children from the ages of 0 to 5 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend. Activities include: storytelling, snacks, face painting, information about children’s services and programs, games, play area, book giveaways and much more!
Preschool Storytime - ARMSTRONG
Puppet Play - SALMON ARM
> ARMSTRONG CURLING CLUB 3:00 - 6:00PM Families are invited to come out and try the fun sport of curling. All equipment will be provided.
> DOWNTOWN ACTIVITY CENTRE 9:30 - 11:30AM Ahoy there me hearties! Children aged 0 to 5 and their parents/ caregivers are invited to attend a Pirate Party (costumes welcome). Activities include: performances by children’s entertainer Roxy, snacks, information about children’s services and programs, pirate games, play area, book giveaways and much more.
Family Skate - SALMON ARM
> SHAW CENTRE 2:30 - 4PM Come out for a free skate at the rink! Skate rentals available at Chevy’s for a small fee. > ENDERBY ARENA 11AM - 12 NOON Families are invited out for a free skate!
Carlin Country Sliding Party -
CARLIN
> CARLIN SCHOOL 6:30 - 8PM The Carlin PAC invites families from all schools to join in the fun of an old fashioned country sliding party. Bring your own toboggans and sleds. Hot chocolate and a warming bonfire will be provided.
Salmon Arm Early Years Pirate Party - SALMON ARM
Soup & Stories Program - SALMON ARM
> SHUSWAP FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE 3:00 - 4:00PM Parents with their children ages 0 to 12 are invited to learn new storytelling techniques. Join local storyteller James Murray for some stories, yummy soup and a free book!
Family Curling Night - SALMON ARM
> SALMON ARM CURLING CLUB 6:00 - 7:30PM Families are invited to come out and try the fun sport of curling. All equipment will be provided.
Crazy Hat Family Skate - SICAMOUS
Preschool Storytime - SALMON ARM
> SALMON ARM LIBRARY BRANCH 10:30AM Join us for stories, rhymes and singing for little ones .
Books with the ‘Backs - SALMON ARM
> SHAW CENTRE 4:30 - 5:30PM Come out and buddy read with a player from the SilverBacks. Bring your own book to read or choose a book at the arena. Participants will receive a free ticket to a SilverBacks game compliments of Hucul Printing - while quantities last!
Friday, January 25
Family Scavenger Hunt - SALMON ARM
> SALMON ARM LIBRARY BRANCH 2:00PM Come to the library for a fun-filled scavenger hunt!
Preschool Storytime - ENDERBY
> ENDERBY LIBRARY BRANCH 11AM Stories, songs, puppets and fun! For ages 3 and up!
Preschool Storytime - SICAMOUS
> SICAMOUS LIBRARY BRANCH 11:00AM Stories, songs, puppets and fun! For ages 3 and up!
Photo Treasure Hunt Kick-Off - SICAMOUS
> SICAMOUS RECREATION CENTRE 10:00AM - 1:00PM Challenge the members of your family to participate in the photo treasure hunt. Prizes! Call Pam 250-515-1692.
Unplug & Play the Canadian Way - SICAMOUS
> SICAMOUS EAGLES GAME, SICAMOUS RECREATION CENTRE 7:00PM Make it a family outing and come cheer on the Sicamous Eagles. Free admission for local minor sports participants featured on ice for their sport.
Sunday, January 27
Pirate Loppet: Grade 3 - 7 Students - LARCH HILLS
> LARCH HILLS SKI AREA 11AM Well shiver me timbers! Dress up in your favourite pirate costume and participate in the annual Pirate Loppet cross country ski event. Students may register at their school or at Skookum Cycle & Ski. There is a minimal charge for this event.
D.E.A.R (Drop Everything and Read)
Family Games Night - SALMON ARM
Unplug & Play Family Pool Party - SALMON ARM
‘Play Again’ Film Documentary -
Snowmobile Winterfest - SICAMOUS
> SALMON ARM LIBRARY BRANCH 4:00 - 8:00PM Join in some family fun by trying different board games. All games will be provided.
CARLIN
> ALL COMMUNITIES Celebrate National Family Literacy Day today by making time for everyone in the family to D.E.A.R. Happy reading!
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Wednesday, January 23
Family Art Saturday - “Build a Book” Project - SALMON ARM > SAGA PUBLIC ART GALLERY 11:00AM - 4:00PM Come out and create your very own book. All ages.
> SICAMOUS RECREATION CENTRE 2:00 - 4:00PM Come out for a free skate at the rink! Skates of various sizes are available to borrow at no charge.
Family Skate - ENDERBY
> SALMON ARM LIBRARY BRANCH 11:00AM Join us for a fun puppet play for little ones and their families.
> SASCU RECREATION CENTRE 1:00PM - 4:00PM Leave the mitts and toques at home and bring your swimsuits. Enjoy music, games, activities and more!
> CARLIN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL 7PM This film inspires families to take action to reconnect children to the natural world. Film is appropriate for children ages 10 and up. Child-minding by donation will be available for younger children.
> NORTHWAY’S FIELD 10:00AM - 2:00PM Come out for some family fun! Lions’ concession, bonfire and snow games.
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Tuesday, January 22
> SICAMOUS EAGLES GAME - SICAMOUS RECREATION CENTRE 7:00PM Bring a bag of gently uses children’s books to the Eagles game and help “Jam the GM” full of books! Free admission for children under 12 who donate a book!
Family Curling Afternoon - ARMSTRONG
“Retro” Family Game Night - SALMON ARM
> ENDERBY CURLING RINK 3:30 - 5:00PM Families are invited to come out and try the fun sport of curling. All equipment will be provided.
Jam the GM Children’s Book Drive - SICAMOUS
Saturday, January 26
Thursday, January 24
Come Try Curling! - ENDERBY
> CATHOLIC CHURCH HALL 10:00AM - 12NOON Children aged 0 to 5 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend the Fun Day. Activities include the limbo, parachute, yoga, balance beam and obstacle course. Fresh fruit will be provided.
> ARMSTRONG LIBRARY BRANCH 10:30AM Join us for stories and rhymes for little ones and their families.
> SALMON ARM LIBRARY BRANCH 1:30PM Minister George Abbott will officially open Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week and present the COFLA Literacy Award to LASS. Free refreshments and book giveaways. > DOWNTOWN ACTIVITY CENTRE 6 - 8PM This is an evening for families to come out and play retro board games together. Hot chocolate, snacks and door prizes will be provided.
Parents & Tots Fun Day - SICAMOUS
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Preschool Storytime - SOUTH SHUSWAP
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VICTORIA – The B.C. government is rolling out its new hightech medical services cards starting Feb. 15, in an effort to phase out millions of CareCards in the hands of nonresidents. The new cards will be combined with the B.C. driver’s licence, with a similar “BC Services Card” available to those who don’t drive. Residents will be required to re-enrol to renew the card every five years. Qualified residents can enrol in the Medical Services Plan at any provincial office that issues driver’s licences. There is no fee for the health services card only. The current $75 fee for a five-year driver’s licence renewal will apply to the new combined cards, discounted to $17 for seniors. There is no requirement to get the new card until your driver’s licence needs to be renewed. The government’s plan is to change over all eligible B.C. residents between the ages of 19 and 74 to the new cards over the next five years. To be eligible for MSP coverage, you must be a citizen or approved permanent resident of Canada, living in B.C. at least six months of the year. The health ministry announced the new card program in May 2011, after a review showed there were up to 9.1 million B.C. CareCards in circulation. The total population of B.C. is 4.5 million. Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid said the new card is designed to comply with B.C.’s information and privacy law, which restricts how personal data can be used and shared. That means ICBC and police have no access to medical files, and hospitals have no access to driving records.
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Salmon Arm Recreation Salmon Arm SilverBacks School District 83 Shuswap Family Resource Centre Shuswap Childrens’ Association Sicamous Eagles Sicamous & Malakwa ECD Committee Skookum Cycle & Ski
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Friday, January 11, 2013 Shuswap Market News
Customers Are Really Everything...
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Our Store is Locally Owned & Operated
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