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No plans to four-lane Bruhn Bridge
Engage: Input wanted for additional projects along highway. By Lachlan Labere Eagle Valley News
A replacement for Bruhn Bridge is not among the province’s planned four-laning projects for sections of the Trans-Canada between Kamloops and the Alberta border. Not yet, anyway. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is hosting open houses in communities along the highway corridor to garner input on the province’s 10-year, $650 million plan to four lane sections of highway. Local projects planned so far include a 7.5 kilometre section of the highway in Salmon Arm, a 3.5-km section from Avoca Road to Crazy Creek, replacing the North Fork Bridge and upgrading the surrounding highway 26 kilometres east of Sicamous as well as the Malakwa Bridge and surrounding highway 20 kilometres east of Sicamous. Not included in the plan is a replacement for the Bruhn Bridge, which was a concern for some locals who attended Sicamous’ open house on Thursday, Feb. 21. “My main concern is the bridge, four laning that bridge,” said John Schlosar. “Hopefully, when they start thinking about that, I want to insure they have that in mind… It provides better access to the west side of the channel. That would be the best way to go instead of the talk in the past about coming down Main Street.” Ron Bernhard said the improvements planned to date are awesome, but he too stressed the need to improve the Bruhn. “I just can’t believe they would overlook the Bruhn Bridge… they would have to build a new bridge,” said Bernhard. “But if they can take the Hoffman Bluff area and straighten that out somewhat, then they should be able to straighten out the rocks at the top of the Bruhn Bridge and make it straighter and make it wider.” The bridge is also a concern for Mayor Darrell Trouton and Sicamous council. Trouton, who was at the hearing, said he and council met with ministry reps to express
Public interest: Ministry of Transportation staff answer questions about conceptual plans to four-lane sections of the TransCanada Highway on display during an open house held Thursday at the recreation centre. Photo by Lachlan Labere
Malakwa Bridge: Above is the province’s design concept to replace the truss bridge in Malakwa. Photo by Lachlan Labere their desire to see the Bruhn addressed, as well as the Trans-Canada/97A intersection. “That’s been a discussion for so long, it would be nice to see something addressed there if a plan comes forward,” said Trouton. The mayor said he and council also expressed concerns for the stretch of highway along the rock bluff west of Sicamous, and between Revelstoke and Golden, where rock slides and washouts can happen. “We feel that four-laning the highway through will open up for tourism and more
growth to our communities. Right now, if it’s easier and safer for people to go elsewhere, they’ll go elsewhere, and we feel it’s time to get into the new millennium and fix these roads up so that Sicamous has a chance to bloom in the future.” Rick Blixrud, MOTI’s assistant regional director for the Southern Interior region, said he and ministry staff are making note of all concerns and preferences expressed, noting the purpose of the open houses is to get direction on how to spend the $650 million. He said the projects currently in the
planning stage represent only $140 million of that. “Certainly there is room to address something like the Bruhn Bridge,” explained Blixrud. “What we’re looking for is feedback from people on whether or not they want to see improvements on the whole length of the corridor, or if they want us to concentrate on certain spots.” Blixrud says the province is hopeful the federal government will come onboard with additional funding, noting a 5.8-km project along Hoffman Bluff is costing about $10 million a kilometre. Blixrud said the Malakwa Bridge and North Fork bridge replacements are projects the ministry is concentrating on, as the current structures restrict movement of “extraordinary loads.” But he added there is still some work to be done before those projects proceed. “Actual tendering of these will depend on a number of factors,” said Blixrud. “On Malakawa, we still have to work with the Ministry of Environment, and we’ve initiated discussions with landowners… but it takes quite a while to get a project on the go.” The ministry will be accepting feedback until March 1, both at the open houses and on their website at http://engage.gov.bc.ca/ bchwy1/.
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Homicide victim linked to drug operation Need Help?
Blade Runner: Man identified in murder part of smuggling ring. By Lachlan Labere Eagle Valley News
Police are investigating the murder of a Kelowna man linked to a cross-border drug smuggling operation that resulted in arrests in Malakwa, Revelstoke and Salmon Arm. On the night of Feb. 18, Kelowna RCMP officers responding to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Auburn Road found a black SUV that had driven into a lamp post. A man and a woman were found dead inside the vehicle. Soon after, police determined the victims had not died from the collision, but were murdered. On Feb. 20, the Southeast District Major Crimes Unit released the victims’ names: 30-year-old Tiffany Goruk and 33-year-old Jeremy Snow, both of Kelowna. Goruk did not have a criminal record, Snow did. He was one of several individuals arrested in Operation Blade Runner, an investigation by U.S. and Canadian authorities into a cross-border
drug smuggling operation, in which marijuana was allegedly being exchanged for cocaine and ecstasy. “Investigators would like to advise the general public that the murder of these two individuals is not believed
were seized in the arrest. In June 2009, Snow pleaded guilty to a charge of possession with the intent to distribute. He received a 46-month sentence, and was eventually transferred to a Canadian
Investigators would like to advise the general public that the murder of these two individuals is not believed to be a random act… Cpl. Dan Moskaluk RCMP
to be a random act, and advise that there is not a direct threat to the general public,” says RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Dan Moskaluk in an RCMP news release. Snow’s was the fourth arrest in Blade Runner. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, he was picked March 5, 2009 while attempting a drug exchange by helicopter in North Idaho. One-hundred and seventy-four pounds of marijuana
prison before his recent parole. According to U.S. authorities, the helicopter Snow flew, a Robinson R22, was provided by Joseph Patrick Curry, an associate of the United Nations gang. Curry, named a suspect in Blade Runner, was jailed in 2011 on separate drug charges in the U.S. Six days prior to Snow’s arrest, Revelstoke’s Samuel Lindsay-Brown, 24, who
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Transit, the issue of regional connections will be considered, including the viability of linking Falkland to the Vernon transit system, and the potential for regional service from Sicamous, Malakwa and Swansea Point to the Shuswap Regional Transit System.
BC Transit will be hosting an open house on Sicamous on March 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. in council chambers. A survey is also available at www.bctransit.com/ transitfuture. Findings from these meetings will be presented to the CSRD in the Spring.
Sunday, March 17 - Sicamous Seniors Centre will be having their annual stew dinner with a concert with “The Great Plains” Saskia and Darrell. Dinner at 5:30 pm and concert at 7:00 pm. For more information and tickets call Diana at 250836-2446. Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday- Sicamous Lions Club meets at the Sicamous Seniors Activity Centre, 1090 Shuswap Ave, Sicamous. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Everyone Welcome. For info contact Joan at 250-836-4876 or Kathy at 250-836-3267 Every 1st & 3rd Wed.- Parkinsons Support Group at First united Church. 20 - 4th Street SE, Salmon Arm at 10 am. Contact Doreen at 250-836-2509. Every 1st & 3rd Wed. Eagle Valley Photography Club Everyone welcome. 7 pm at the Red Barn.
was arrested in the same investigation, had hung himself in a Spokane County prison. Lindsay-Brown was picked up Feb. 23, 2009 in a chopper that had landed outside Ione, Wash. Authorities seized the craft and the 426 lbs of pot found inside. Two more arrests occurred following Snows’ at helicopter take-off site in Chilliwack, where 150-lbs of marijuana and 40,000 ecstasy pills were seized. Further arrests followed in Salmon Arm, Malakwa and Chilliwack. Malakwa’s Colin Hugh Martin and three others, Sean Doak, Adam Serrano and James Cameron, were arrested in Canada following a U.S. extradition request relating to the smuggling operation. They are each facing a charge of conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute controlled substances. Doak has already been committed for extradi-
tion. Ross N. Legge of Alberta, and Leonard J. Ferris of Las Vegas, are already serving time for their involvement in the drug-smuggling operation. The two were picked up by the Utah Highway Patrol on Feb. 21, 2009. Authorities determined the 83-kilograms of cocaine found in their vehicle were destined for the exchange with LindsayBrown. Martin is also facing drug charges at home, including possession for the purpose of trafficking, production of a controlled substance and theft of telecommunication service. These charges stem from a July 2010 police raid at Martin’s residence and adjacent workshop, which was found to contain a bunker with approximately 3,000 marijuana plants inside. A supreme court trial is set to begin in Salmon Arm on March 4, and is scheduled to run three weeks.
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The winners of each category will be announced at 3 p.m. The third annual slideshow presentation by the EVPAC members. Sunday, March 3rd Doors open at 1 p.m.. Show time 2 p.m. $5.00 per person Place: Red Barn Sicamous For more info call Kim 250-836-3248
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PUBLIC NOTICE Effective 12:00 midnight, February 18th, 2013 and until further notice, all roads within the District of Sicamous are restricted to 70% legal axle loading, unless otherwise posted. Manager of Works Services District of Sicamous Dated this 18th day of February, 2013 Pursuant to Road Restrictions Bylaw No. 90, 1993.
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**** Thank you Amy B! You always have the right stuff for our displays at the manor! ~ Shirley and the Gang **** To all the folks at the Manor; Thanks for always helping make our lobby displays! To all the folks at the Manor; you are wonderful! ~ Shirley Sunshine Awards are FREE of charge. 20 words per award, due to limited space. Please do not submit more than two awards per week. Recognize your friend, neighbour or loved one with a sunshine award for doing that extra special good deed!
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Every Mon. & Fri. - Bridge, Seniors Activity Centre, 1 p.m.
Every Wed. - Seniors Crib, 7:30 p.m., Haven seniors building. Everyone welcome - you don’t have to be a senior. Socializing and coffee served after crib. Info: Esther 836-4373.
Every Tues. Stopping the Violence Program in Sicamous - counselling for women who have experienced abuse during childhood or adult relationships. No charge. Call Kathy at 250-832-9700. Every Tues. - Sicamous Amateur Drama Club rehearsals, 7:00 p.m., Red Barn Arts Centre. 836-4705. Tues. & Thurs. - Carpet Bowling at the Seniors’ Activity Centre at 1 p.m. Every Tues. & Thurs. - Seniors Meals provided, 12 noon in Common Room at the Haven. Every Wed. Wednesday Arts for Everyone. 10 am - 3 pm. For info contact Juanita at 250-836-3019 or Gail- at 250-836-5472
Every 4th Mon.- Royal Canadian Legion Br. #99 general meeting, 7 p.m.
Every Wed. Girl Guides of Canada. Sparks - 3:00 pm. Brownies - 4:00 pm. Girl Guides 5:30 pm. New members welcome
Every Monday and Thursday -Chairbiotics (low impact exercise) Seniors
Every Wed. Lunch by a donation at the Seniors Activity Centre, 1091-Shuswap
Kwilters meet at the Haven Common room 1095 Shuswap Avenue at 7:00 p.m. For info call 250-836-2695. Every 2nd and 4th Thurs. Options For Sexual health from 7 to 9 p.m., Sicamous Health Unit.
Every Wed. - T.O.P.S. (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Wednesday morning at the Sicamous Rec. Centre (arena). Weigh in at 9:00 am and meeting at 9:30. Everyone Welcome. Ph: 250-836-4041 for info
Every 3rd Thursday monthly meeting of the Malakwa Community Association at 7:30 in the Malakwa Hall.
Every Wed.-Sat. United Church Thrift Store 10:00 am to 3 p.m.
Every Fri. - Eagle Valley Brush & Palette Club meets at the Red Barn, 10am-3pm, Everyone welcome! For info call Esther 250-836-4373 or Amy 250-836-4756. www.eaglevalleybrushandpaletteclub.com
Every Thurs. - Sicamous Crokinole Group meets at 7pm at the Sicamous & District Recreation Centre - upstairs for more info and to join call Dave Reed @ 250-836-3652 Every Thurs.-Ladies shuffleboard at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #99 in Sicamous. 1pm-3pm. All ladies welcome. Every Thurs.- Crib and darts 7 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #99. Everyone welcome. Every 1st, 3rd, 4th Thurs. - Keepsake
Every Fri. - Parents & Tots, 10-12 noon at Catholic Church. 836-3440.
Every 1st & 3rd Fri. - Pool Tournament at the Royal Canadian Legion #99 at 7:00 pm. Every 4th Sun. - OAPO Birthday Tea for members & friends, Seniors Activity Centre, 2 p.m. Last Saturday of every month -Sicamous Royal Canadian Legion #99 Ladies Auxilliary dinner 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
CSRD unlikely to maintain creek Hummingbird: Responsibility may fall on Area E.
By Lachlan Labere Eagle Valley News
It may not hurt to ask, but it’s unlikely the province will find the Columbia Shuswap Regional District receptive to taking on responsibility for ongoing flood mitigation on Hummingbird Creek. On Feb. 13, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure held a public hearing in Swansea Point to formally introduce its plan to the public for repairing and restoring the creek. Work began Monday to remove the large rocks and other debris still in the creek from the June 23 flash flood that brought significant destruction to the surrounding area. The proposed repairs included lowering a 300-metre portion of the creek bed, from the mouth up to Highway 97A, by about a metre, and armouring this section with riprap. The work, said Tekano, would be similar to what was done in 2 Mile at Sicamous Creek, following a debris flow that occurred at the same time as Hummingbird’s. At a public meeting last summer, when the ministry presented its plan for 2 Mile, MOTI district manager Murray Tekano said the government would be asking the District of Sicamous to sign an agreement to take on responsibil-
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ity for monitoring and maintenance of Sicamous Creek, from the mouth to the highway bridge. The district has been reluctant to sign the agreement. At the Feb. 13 meeting, Tekano implied a similar agreement would be presented to the CSRD for Hummingbird. “That would be reasonable,” said Tekano. Perhaps to the ministry, but not to the CSRD. Regional district directors recently passed a resolution (in partnership with the Regional District of the North Okanagan), to be sent to the Southern Interior Local Government Association, that the province “take immediate and direct responsibility for flood management including
but not limited to: • Incident command during emergency flooding events • Identification of flood related hazards • Remediation of stream channels so as to mitigate future flooding • Monitor stream flows and levels in waterways posing a risk to life, safety or property • Respond to sudden cessation of stream flows or reports of debris dams, executing tactical evacuations when warranted and communicate with the emergency operations centre.” CSRD administrator Charles Hamilton says the regional district would require a mandate from the electorate to enter into an agreement with the ministry
regarding Hummingbird. “You can only do something and set up a taxation area with the consent of the electors. So if the electors don’t agree to it, we can’t just go out there and spend money,” says Hamilton. “It would be tantamount to illegal expenditure.” Hamilton, however, says the CSRD board has made it clear that responsibility for creeks, streams or lakes is with the Crown and province. “There’s a flooding incident and then ongoing flood mitigation, so I guess we’re sort of in the mitigation and restoration, but the CSRD board has taken the position that we’re not responsible…,” says Hamilton.
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(Grade 6) Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 7 p.m. at L’Ecole Intermediare/Shuswap Middle School (171-30th St. SE, Salmon Arm) It is essential that interested parents attend the late immersion as there is a new registration format for 2013 and registration may take place. Registration will be held at this meeting if there a re between 24 and 30 (1 class) or between 48 and 60 (2 classes) students with their parents at the Tuesday, March 5 information session. If the numbers do not work out for either 1 or 2 classes, the school district will go to a telephone registration system. Details will be provided at the March 5th meeting. Registration for French Immersion Programs On Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., School District #83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) will be accepting registrations for the Early Immersion Program. Registration will take place at the District Education Centre located at #110 – 2960 Okanagan Avenue S.E., Salmon Arm on a first come first served basis. Parents or immediate relative must register child. A wait list will be created if the total of Early Immersion registrations exceeds 44.
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s the province playing politics over a public safety issue? Swansea Point residents are certainly of that opinion. Folks there believe it was a visit by Opposition safety critic Kathy Corrigan on Feb. 6 that prompted the B.C. government to get started this month on repairing Hummingbird Creek – still full of debris from the June 23 2012 flash flood. As is the way with politics, Corrigan’s visit to Swansea Point was announced in an NDP press release on the evening of Feb. 5. The following morning, prior to Corrigan’s tour, Swansea Point residents were surprised to have received a letter from the Emergency Management BC (EMBC) executive director Cameron Lewis, stating extensive assessment work on the channel was complete and the province would be funding work on the channel. The work is being funded by EMBC and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. On Feb. 13, representatives from MOTI met with residents and explained their plans, based on recommendations by a consulting firm. Maps from that firm displayed at the meeting showed they were issued for review on Nov. 3, 2012, with the final draft released on Feb. 5. Prior to that public meeting and the Feb. 5 letter, residents, and even the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, were concerned no work would be done on Hummingbird Creek before Spring freshet. A Jan. 6 email from Lewis to Swansea Point resident Tina Keely likely helped fuel that concern. In it, Lewis states, “The Province is now in the process of reviewing the results of this work at a senior level to determine if any flood mitigation work can be funded and undertaken this year on Hummingbird Creek.” In this week’s mailbag section, transportation minister Mary Polak mentions a bridge the province offered to remedy the situation on Hummingbird. She notes it is unfortunate residents voted against taking on responsibility (from the province) for maintenance of a related catchbasin, upon which construction of the bridge was hinged. Interestingly, the local B.C. Liberal candidate visited Swansea Point last week and, according to Keely, commended residents “for setting precedent at not accepting the cost of maintenance on a debris basin.” What matters most is the province is finally repairing the creek. This may not include a bridge, but it’s something.
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Suzuki the Don Cherry of TV science By Tom Fletcher
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VICTORIA – He has a white beard and a bully pulpit on CBC television, but he doesn’t use it to promote hockey fighting. Instead, he sucker punches the oil and gas industry at every opportunity, with increasingly flagrant disregard for the rules of science. Public broadcasting referees keep their whistles in their pockets, wary of offending a legend. He’s David Suzuki, and he has evolved from geneticist to TV celebrity to his current role as the Don Cherry of Canadian science, an angry curmudgeon lashing out at his enemies. Suzuki’s latest Scud missile of misinformation was launched Feb. 7 on The Nature of Things. It’s called Shattered Ground, and it borrows heavily from earlier shock docs that target hydraulic fracturing for shale oil and gas. While clearly aimed at the surging shale gas indus-
try in B.C., this hour-long program offers little about B.C.’s long history of gas development. Suzuki’s voice-over refers briefly to B.C.’s Oil and Gas Commission, insinuating it was set up as a pet regulator protecting the industry from stricter oversight. Mostly the show focuses on places like Dish, Texas and Dimock, Pennsylvania. The Texas segment talks about traces of neurotoxins in residents’ blood samples, blaming this on gas drilling and “fracking,” the new swear word of professional environmentalists. The evidence shows some people have these traces in their blood, but others don’t, which suggests that more likely sources are cigarettes or exposure to disinfectants. Pennsylvania and Colorado are key stops for the anti-fracking crowd. For centuries there have been places known for methane dissolved in groundwater, typically from shallow coal seams.
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This is where you can find a rustic fellow to shake a jug of well water and touch his Bic lighter to it, producing a brief blue flame. The standard sequence moves to a sink and faucet, where a more impressive methane fireball is generated. Suzuki’s voice-over notes that this is the scene that really gets media attention. There’s no evidence that drilling caused it, but hey, it’s TV. Science, meet Hillbilly Handfishin’. Protest sequences take up much of the program. Moms rally against a gas well near a school in Erie, Pennsylvania, forcing evil Canadian corporation Encana to back off. An elderly Quebec woman sobs on camera, convinced that a nearby gas well will trigger a relapse of her cancer. One bit of local content is a segment on frackinginduced earthquakes, presented with sombre alarm by Ben Parfitt, go-to researcher for the anti-industry left in B.C. These
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are detectable by sensitive instruments, as is the case with some mining and other industrial activities, but according to the Oil and Gas Commission, they don’t do any actual harm. It should be noted that Suzuki doesn’t do much beyond reading a script on these shows. He has people to load up the propaganda weaponry, just as his ghostwriter in Toronto cranks out the relatively innocuous weekly columns that run in some Black Press publications. In fairness, most episodes of, The Nature of Things are in the original spirit of the show. A recent program on an ancient Egyptian aquifer, voiced by Suzuki over National Geographic video footage, would be appropriate for a high school classroom. The same cannot be said for this anti-fracking screed, which is plainly and recklessly calculated to twist public opinion against a crucial B.C. industry.
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NDP visit didn’t influence creek mitigation I understand the ongoing concerns of Swansea Point residents, following last June’s flooding at Hummingbird Creek that damaged homes in the area (Proposed fix for Hummingbird Creek doesn’t go far enough, Feb. 20). On Feb. 5, I toured Hummingbird Creek
and was briefed on the channel improvement project. Contrary to a statement in the article, the work that got underway this week was planned long in advance of MLA Corrigan’s visit. This includes deepening the creek bed and strengthening the bank at various locations
above and below the highway culvert to improve creek flow and reduce the risk of debris falling into the creek. Final stream repair work at Hummingbird Creek will be completed before spring freshet, with the work being funded 100 per cent by the government of B.C.
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2013. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. P Land Adjudication at 441 Columbia Street, Kamloops, B.C. http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp by Search Search V2C 2T3. Comments will be received MFLNRO until March by Fi Lands File Number for more 20, information. 2013. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments
Act aims to deport criminals
FROM THe HILL Colin Mayes
In his continued effort to clean up immigration and refugee system abuses, the minister of citizenship and immigration, Jason Kenney, tabled the Faster Removal of Foreign Criminals Act. I will not go into details as to the provisions of the act, but say that the act focuses on three areas that will: make it easier for the govern-
ment to remove dangerous foreign criminals from our country; make it harder for those who may pose a risk to Canada to enter the country in the first place; and remove barriers for genuine visitors who want to come to Canada. I spoke with a Vancouver police officer a couple of years ago, and he asked me, “when is your government going to do something about immigration?” He told me that he often came in contact with refugees who had come to Canada as construction workers, but instead were trafficking illegal drugs. The police would arrest them, and when the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration attempted to send them back to their country of
origin, they would file an appeal to the refugee board, saying their life would be in jeopardy if they were sent back home. The criminals would be back on the street within a few days, but the appeals would take months and counter appeals would go on for years. Don’t get me wrong, most refugees coming to Canada are legitimate. They come here to enjoy the freedoms we enjoy and to make a new life for themselves and their families. They work hard, play by the rules and contribute to this great nation, and we are not targeting these people. I am certain you will approve of these actions.
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In praise of pits, nuts and seeds
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Do you remember when the first seedless watermelons and grapes came out in the grocery store or the first pit-less peach? Well that’s bananas! While some no doubt hailed them as a great thing because they were so much easier to eat without the inconvenience of dealing with the ‘useless’ pits or seeds, others were sounding the alarm bells. Since when is it a good idea when industry produces a new food that can’t reproduce itself? If that’s OK with us, then maybe it’s our minds that have just plain gone to seed. Seeds, pits and nuts are a miraculous and true wonder in nature’s world and should never be taken for granted or considered an inconvenience in our foods. Try to imagine how many countless varieties, shapes and sizes there are in the world and how those plants can germinate from something so small and seemingly lifeless. These three wonders are extremely well-or-
ganized life forms that contain the individual energetic blueprint and coded information for every possible characteristic of the plant, throughout it’s lifespan. They contain the comprehensive ‘knowledge’ of the shape, thickness and length of each stem, branch and leaf and the number of leaves; the thickness, texture and colour of the skin or bark; the diameter and number of channels through which nutrients and water flow (circulatory system); the overall proportions and colour(s) of the plant; it’s defence mechanisms against any threats; it’s communications systems to other plants; what symbiotic relationships it will have with other plants and insects; the structure and function of the roots for assimilation of soil nutrients; and, whether or not it will bear fruit or flowers, and if so, what it’s taste, aroma, shape and colour they will be and how many. And that’s just the basics. A seed produces a living version of an extremely complex shape with complex systems. They have a superior form of what can only be described as intelligence. But how did all that information get there in the first place? Now that’s a tough nut to crack. And here’s another tidbit to chew on when contemplating
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your seed sources this year. If you want to have a truly organic garden, you will need to buy organic seeds, even if you never use pesticides, commercial fertilizers or weed killer in your garden. Organic seeds have a better heritage, are proven to be stronger and healthier and do not carry any harmful pesticides or insecticides built in to their tiny cells like genetically modified seeds do. They produce plants that are more naturally disease and pest resistant and produce foods with increased nutritional value and taste. Purchasing heirloom seeds gives life to our future and prevents the loss of genetic seed diversity, so our organic seed and plant growers
play a crucial role in the health and well-being of both people and our planet. And remember, the only materials the seeds have to use are the nutrients it contains at its initial stage – and after that, just earth and sunlight. The soil the seeds are sown and grown in makes all the difference for a strong and healthy plant, so provide a nutrient and mineral-rich soil to plant and grow them in. So come out and support the Seedy Saturday on March 2 at the L.A. Fortune School in Enderby from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This is always a good opportunity to meet some great seed suppliers, farmers and other vendors and to listen to some excellent presentations.
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Sicamous Mayor Awarded Diamond Jubilee Medal The District of Sicamous Mayor Darrell Trouton has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his dedicated service and contributions to his community and Canada. The Mayor was nominated on behalf of the community by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), in recognition of Sicamous’ contribution to creating a new era for Federal-Municipal partnership over the past decade. “FCM chose you for contributions by you, your council, and your staff to Canadians’ prosperity and quality of life; and for your municipality’s support of FCM and of strong communities and good government for all Canadians.” said Karen Leibovici, FCM President in an email to Mayor Trouton. The Medal will be presented to the Mayor at the February 27, 2013 Regular Council Meeting. Residents and interested persons are invited to attend.
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By the third frame, the Grizzlies must have been feeling homesick, as they were clearly dominated by the Eagles, who potted two more goals, including Berry’s second of the evening and a marker by Devries, this year’s MVP in the Doug Birks Division. Game first star went to Cameron Berry, second to Devries and third to teammate Michael Bell. Game three in this series runs tonight in Revelstoke.
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Two games down in the division semifinal playoffs, and the Sicamous Eagles are tied with the Revelstoke Grizzlies with one win apiece. However, if Sicamous continues to play as they are, the Grizzlies’ season may be over sooner than later. While no stars were awarded in game one, played Friday night in Sicamous, Grizzlies goalie and former Eagle Aaron Brandoli, did a fantastic job throughout the night, making sure all but one of Sicamous’ shots on net (47 to Revelstoke’s 23) failed to ripple the mesh, helping the Grizzlies to a 2-1 win. Not that Sicamous netminder Jack Surgenor was asleep between the pipes, allowing only two goals to get by him, one in the first frame and one in the second. Sicamous’ marker was scored in the third period by Cameron Berry, assisted by Nathan Grieve and Dominick Hodges. Things were getting rough in the second period, with both teams receiving numerous penalty calls for roughing, tripping, etc. But clearly, a locker-room
Deflection: Revelstoke netminder Aaron Brandoli sends a shot by Sicamous’ Brendan Devries over the back of the net in game one of playoff action Friday night. As of Saturday, both teams had one win under their belt. Photos by Lachlan Labere
talk for both teams brought that to an end by the third period starting bell. The second game, also held in Sicamous, saw the Eagles once again playing harder than their Revelstoke rivals. Only this time it paid off with a 5-2 win. Revelstoke was first to light up the board with a marker in the first minute of the first period. Shortly after, Grieve tied things up, aided by Brad Crump and Quinn Rempel. Brayden Taekema added another goal for Sicamous before the buzzer, with assists by Jordan Harder and
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Lack of funding may keep players out of provincials So close but so far. To say the Revelstoke Grizzlies Bantam team have had an excellent season so far would be an understatement. The team, which includes Sicamous’ Hayden Gjaltema, Liam Sutherland and Brayden Fairley, has taken the banner for being first in their league, with a season record of 13-1-1. They were undefeated in three tournaments, in which they played teams from all over B.C. and Alberta.
The team enters their final playoff round this week versus Kelowna. If Revelstoke wins, they’ll have secured a spot in the provincials, which are being held in Dawson Creek. And there’s the rub. While the team may make the provincials, the cost of the trip to Dawson Creek may prevent them from taking part. Team parent Heather Gjaltema, says the team will have to rent a bus, and the cost of that alone is about $10,000. Then there’s
accommodation and other expenses. So the team has begun a fundraising effort to get to the provincials. Raffle tickets are being sold in Sicamous (at Askew’s and during Eagles games) and in Revelstoke, a penny drive is underway, and the team is also looking for ad sponsorship for their player books. Anyone wishing to help out, or wanting more information, may call Heather and Jody Gjaltema at 250-8363691.
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DISTRICT OF SICAMOUS 2013 UTILITY BILLINGS HAVE BEEN MAILED Property Owners (especially new owners) who have not received their utility notice should contact the District of Sicamous Office at 836-2477. WHETHER OR NOT YOU RECEIVE A UTILITY NOTICE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS THE PROPERTY OWNER TO PAY YOUR UTILITIES BY THE DUE DATE IN ORDER TO AVOID A PENALTY. FLAT RATED BILLING • A 10% discount is available on payments received on or before March 1, 2013 • A 10% penalty will be applied to outstanding balances at the close of business on July 2, 2013 JANUARY METERED BILLING • January metered billing payments are due on or before March 1, 2013 • A 1% penalty per month will be applied to outstanding balances at the close of business on March 1, 2013 • Meters are read twice a year June 30th and December 31, with billings processed the following month PAYMENT OPTIONS • To avoid waiting at the Municipal Office, you are encouraged to pay your Utility Bill early • Post-dated cheques and partial payments are welcome • Payment is accepted at the Municipal Office, 446 Main Street, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Statutory Holidays • Payment may be cash, cheque, debit card, or your bank’s telebanking/online bill payment service • A drop box is located beside the door of the Municipal Office, Main Street entrance • Payments can be mailed to PO Box 219, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0. Please note that postmarks are not accepted as proof of payment If you have any questions, please contact the District office at (250) 836-2477
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Dr. Emily is originally from Vancouver where she attended UBC and obtained an undergraduate degree in cell biology and genetics. She next attended McGill University in Montreal where she graduated with her degree in Dentistry. Emily also gained valuable experience with the UBC Dentistry Residency Program, working in many areas of BC. She has expertise in all aspects of dentistry including orthodontics and endodontics. Dr. Lui is now residing in Sicamous. My staff at the clinic will remain unchanged.
Donation: Christian Labour Association of Canada representatives Henry Lee Simpson and Kim Gavel (left and right) present Eagle Valley Senior Housing Society board president Kathy Gavel and administrator Kaija Isherwood with a cheque for $1,500 (The donation is part of the CLAC’s Building Communities Together program). Photo submitted
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FOSTER, RONALD EDWARD (RON) SEPT. 17, 1958 - FEB. 6, 2013 Ron was tragically taken from us in a motor vehicle accident near Lac La Biche, Alberta on February 6, 2013. Recently predeceased by his father Harold (Ted) Foster, Ron is survived by his loving wife, Debbie, son Robert, daughters Lindsay and Suzy, mother Marion, brother Cecil (Kisshelle), sisters Anita (Frank), Rose (Gary), Marilyn (Robin) and Marina (Alan), 7 nieces and nephews and 6 greatnieces and nephews. Born in Mankota, SK, Ron spent his school years in Mankota, Calgary and Hinton, Ab, later moving with his family to Sicamous, BC where he began his career working with his father in the seismic and exploration industry. It was in Sicamous where Ron met and married Debbie, the love of his life. After three children were born they moved to Gibbons AB to be nearer his work. A memorial service was held at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, Edmonton on Feb. 13, 2013. There will be a memorial afternoon for Ron and his father in Sicamous in July of this year. More than anything Ron loved his family and he will be sadly missed by all.
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GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message for Information: 1800-972-0209. LEVEL ENTRY POSITION for busy insurance office. Experience preferred but willing to train the right person. Must be a team player with focus on customer service. This position is full time and includes an attractive benefit package. Please drop off your resume at Hub International Barton Insurance Brokers in Sicamous. North Enderby Timber is looking to hire Lumber Pilers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.
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Trades, Technical AMS Solutions Inc. is seeking Junior, Intermediate and Senior Controls Engineers for our Enderby, BC office. AMS primarily serves the wood product industry which provides the opportunity for successful applicants to apply their skills and deploy leading - edge technologies on many different machines & processes. Typical projects involve PLC/HMI programming, Motion control, Network design, and Control Panel / Console layouts. www.amss.ca/Employment PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.
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Sicamous Inn Front Desk Attendant Position
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JOB POSTING Zumba Fitness Instructor The District of Sicamous Recreation and Wellness Program is seeking a Zumba instructor to teach fitness classes in the community of Sicamous, BC as part of the Recreation and Wellness Program. The successful candidate will be able to teach Zumba classes; develop routines, exercises, and choreography for participants; promote programs to members and participants; record participant counts; distribute and collect program evaluations; and follow and enforce safety standards and other policies and procedures. Additional training may be provided. Related background in fitness and the ability to explain and demonstrate basic exercise principles to participants, knowledge in current fitness trends an asset. This will be a contract position. Please email your confidential resume by March 8th, 2013 to: West Martin-Patterson, Recreation and Wellness Coordinator District of Sicamous Email: wmartin@sicamous.ca The District thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for interview purposes will be contacted.
District of Sicamous Ph: 250-836-2477 Fax: 250-836-4314 www.sicamous.ca
446 Main Street. Box 219 Sicamous B.C. V0E 2V0
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Make some noise against bullying! Help put a stop to bullying. Wear the shirt. Be the difference. CKNW ORPHANS’ FUND
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t started in September 2007, when two teens at a Nova Scotia high school stood up for a younger student. David Shepherd and Travis Price, both in Grade 12, heard about a Grade 9 student at their school who had been bullied and threatened for wearing a pink polo shirt on his first day of school. They decided they should do something about it and bought 50 pink shirts and tank tops to wear to school the next day. They also went online to round up support for their anti-bullying cause, which they dubbed a “sea of pink.” It worked. The next day, dozens of students were outfitted with the discount shirts, but even better, hundreds of students showed up wearing their own pink clothes, some from head to toe. The bullies were reportedly never heard from again. This year, Feb. 27 is Pink Shirt Day in B.C. and other parts of Canada,
Make some noise against bullying on Pink Shirt Day February 27th…
Buy your official shirts at pinkshirtday.ca CKNW ORPHANS’ FUND
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an annual anti-bullying event that started after the nowfamous 2007 “sea of pink” campaign. The need for awareness and action against bullying remains as strong as ever say those involved in the pink event, including local radio station CKNW, Black Press, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Vancouver, and London Drugs, where people can buy the official pink shirts for 2013. “Awareness of what bullying is and understanding that it hurts is important,” says Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Vancouver president and CEO Carolyn Tuckwell. “It isn’t just a rite of passage. It doesn’t have to happen. And it’s relevant to everyone, whether in school, after school or in the workplace.” According to www.bullyingcanada.ca, as many as 25 per cent of children in Grades 4 to 6 have been bullied and approximately one in 10 children have bullied others, while a 2004 study published in the Medical Journal of Pediatrics found that about one in seven Canadian children aged 11 to 16 are victims of bullying. It is important to recognize what bullying is, and that it happens in many forms – verbally, socially, physically and online (cyber bullying), says Tuckwell. “By wearing pink, people show they’re making that commitment, to not let bullying happen,” she says. Tuckwell and others emphasize that the pink shirt is secondary to raising awareness about bullying and getting people involved. B.C. is no stranger to tragedy related to bullying. From Surrey’s 14-year-old Hamed Nastoh, who jumped off the Patullo Bridge and killed himself after leaving a note behind blaming the constant bullying he endured at school, to Mission’s Dawn-Marie Wesley, 14, who committed suicide by hanging herself after relentless bullying, to Port Coquitlam’s Amanda Todd, 15, who killed herself after posting a video on YouTube talking about her experiences
with cyber bullying, there are countless told and untold stories that remain horrific. The provincial government has taken steps to address bullying in recent years, including a Ministry of Education resource brochure for parents in 14 languages that can be found online at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sco. Net proceeds benefit the CKNW Orphans Fund in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Coast BC. The Boys and Girls Clubs offer programs that foster self-esteem, social engagement, academic success, inclusion, acceptance, respect for self and others, and connection to community. The CKNW Orphans Fund is committed to enhancing the lives of children with physical, mental and social challenges living in BC communities. The fund includes children who are bullied under the scope of the fund’s work, because these children will need extra support for their development.
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Keeping Your Kids safe online
School District #83, DPAC & Safe Online Outreach Society invite parents, Guardians, Teachers, Community Members to this FREE Session: Do you know what “Flame” or “Phish” means? DiD you know there are over e, u s is 18 DiFFerent ways stuDents s u io er s Bullying is a electronically bully others? alt with and should be de Parents... it is important to understand r that no quickly. Remembe bullied how your children are using (and misusing) media and this opportunity to one deserves to be yone. an by ed increase your awareness should not be or harass missed!
Celebrate
Three presentations to choose from: March 5 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Sorrento Elementary School, Sorrento
March 6 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. District Education Centre, Salmon Arm
(1135 Passchendale Rd)
(#110 - 2960 Okanagan Ave. SE)
March 7 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Pleasant Valley Secondary Armstrong (2365 Pleasant Valley Rd)
Diversity Why wear pink on February 27, 2013? To take a stand against homophobic and transphobic bullying www.bctf.ca A message from the North Okanagan-Shuswap Teachers’ Association