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Council handles special agenda MARVIN BEATTY Castlegar News Reporter
In a brief special council meeting Monday, April 29, City of Castlegar council gave first, second and third reading to the 2013 Tax Rates Bylaw which will see average residential property owners pay three per cent more. A release from the city stated the increase amounts to approximately $26, and keeps fees less than the 2012 rates on similar houses in nearby communities. Council also approved the disbursement of Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives Funding grants to 22 organizations totalling
more than $99,000. The largest disbursements went to: •Castlegar Sculpturewalk Society ($20,000) • Blueberry Creek Community School for kitchen expansion and bathroom upgrades ($16,000) • Castlegar Arts Council / Kootenay Festival - Let’s Celebrate! ($15,000) • Castlegar and District Recreation for summer cool camps ($9,000) and the Kootenay Gallery of Art, History and Science for marketing and social media development, phase 2 ($8,000). The meeting lasted only about 10 minutes and had two members of the public in the gallery.
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Another independent candidate for West Kootenay riding Art Harrison Black Press
With the nomination period for the May 14 provincial election having closed, another independent candidate for West Kootenay MLA has filed the necessary paperwork with Elections BC. Glen Byle, a 26 year-old medical equipment repair technician from Trail, announced his candidacy last Wednesday. Byle joins Joseph Hughes, of Nakusp, as one of two unaffiliated candidates running for the office against BC Liberal candidate, Jim Postnikoff and incumbent
Glen Byle is promoting a concept with the acronym of T.E.D. submitted
MLA Katrine Conroy of the BC NDP. “I looked into the other parties and just couldn’t find one I identified with,” said Byle. “I’ve got a website up and people can get an idea of what I’m about by checking it out.” The tech-savvy
candidate is promoting what he calls “Technology Enabled true Democracy” or TED on his website, where constituents can propose their own bills, West Kootenay residents can vote on them, and Byles, as representative, would present them to the legislature. Voters can determine more about the platforms of the various candidates at forums in Trail at the Cominco Gym, May 6, in Castlegar May 7, and in Rossland May 8. Byles’ website can be found at http:// www.kowindependent.ca.
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On Thursday, April 25 at approximately 10 p.m. the Castlegar RCMP detachment received a report of a single vehicle collision in the 1800 block of Pass Creek Road. Police responded
and found a Toyota 4 Runner had left the road and rolled onto its roof. The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle was already on his way to the hospital upon police arrival. The driver suffered non-life threatening injuries. Alcohol is
suspected to be a contributing factor in the incident. The Castlegar RCMP are continuing their investigation into the matter and asking anyone with information to contact them at 250-3657721.
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The Castlegar Friends of Parks and The International Trails Society annual Day of Mourning for general meeting held workers killed on the April 23 was attendjob was observed in ed by about 35 people Castlegar at 5 p.m. interested in helping About 35 attended the April 23 meeting. Sunday, April 28 at Marvin Beatty manage, maintain, Kinsmen Park, in a build and promote because they are well essence of the discus- ceremony that took built. sion was the group about a half an hour. the trail network. Peter Wood, trail would support desSociety past presiDavid Mitchell, dent Lawrence Red- maintenance director, ignation of Skatte- with WorkSafeBC for fern outlined the ma- said the most import- bo and Ward’s Ferry 24 years, was one of jor activities of the ant thing people can trails as the Trans the people to address group over the past do is use the trails Canada Trail for hik- those assembled. and report any issues ers should Trans Canyear. “Today’s the day Moment of silence takes place during April 28 ceremony, held in comada Trail wish to do to mourn for those Funding, a key is- to the group. memoration of those injured or killed on the job. Jim Sinclair Rick Johnson, so. sue for many volunwho’ve lost their lives Information on the at work,” he said, that while society is workplace. Someone in the province.” teer organizations, membership director was obtained from said they have 119 ad- Trans Canada Trail “people going to work improving in terms dies of an asbestos A number of other the Columbia Ba- dresses for members, website states the goal just to earn a living… of reducing traumat- disease… they just speakers, including represents is to have the coast and then they don’t ic injuries… occu- go home. They go MLA Katrine Conroy, sin Trust for repairs which to some trails due to about 137 people in to coast to coast trail come home to their pational disease is, away. Often they’re MP Alex Atamanenthose households. done by 2017, the families. It’s pretty “pretty frightening… pensioners, you don’t ko and Nelson-based high water damage. A volunteer editor 25th anniversary of tragic.” The Castlegar and and it’s increasing.” hear about it. It’s no carpenter Dave LivDistrict Recreation is also being sought to the Trail and Canada’s Mitchell pointed rounded He continued, less sad for the fami- ingstone, anniversary out that, “Last year “Whenever Commission provid- put together a news- 150th out the event, each some- ly.” ed the bulk of funding letter, which is now since Confederation. most of the fatalities one is killed on the Another somber calling for greater for the hiring of sev- mailed to members There are over 6,000 were related to asbes- job in a traumatic statistic mentioned effort from governen part-time and one just once per year kms to go. tos, occupational dis- injury, everybody by Mitchell was the ments on down, to There was not a ease.” full-time person for with another email knows and it’s pretty fact that four workers work toward making ongoing maintenance version also being lot of support for inMitchell told the scary for those who under the age of 24 the workplace a safer and have committed sent. If you would like volving biking in the group of about 20 are left behind at the were killed last year place for everyone. another $25,000 for to help, call 250-365- motion, but things are very active on maintenance labour 5350. Future routing of the mountain biking for 2013. Sarah Meunier, the Trans Canada front, according to crew leader, said the Trail was also added director of mountain trails are slowly get- to the agenda with biking David Hall, ting in good shape a number of people who said lots of work and the team has been speaking to the issue. was done on the MerMary Kate Wood- ry Creek Trail and it out weed-whacking and removing fallen ward, author of “An is “pretty much comIntroduction to But- plete.” trees. About 20 memRedfern said the terflies and Butterfly workers from Selkirk Gardening in the Pa- bers of the Castlegar College’s Recreation, cific Northwest,” was Mountain Bike SoFish and Wildlife concerned about pos- ciety, spent over 400 program are “great sible habitat loss for hours working on workers” and under- two uncommon spe- the trails and would stand not just how to cies if the proposed now like to step up build trails but how routing was near the and help those in the to minimize harmful Skattebo Reach trail, Friends of Parks and impacts, stay safe and north of the junction Trails with their endeavours, too. enjoy their time do- near the power lines. ����������������������� ��������������������������������������� Woodward said Castlegar Friends ing it. Redfern said many the butterflies have of Parks and Trails of the trails have been a small habitat and had a booth set up at “hardened” over time tight timelines for Spring Fling, providFire broke out in large waste piles near the Interfor sawmill on Tuesday, April 30. Crews ing information about and are better able breeding, etc. from Castlegar, Robson and the mill were assisted in the extinguishing effort by two heliRedfern said the the trail network. to withstand erosion copters with buckets. There were no injuries reported or structures involved. Marvin Beatty
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Since 2008, members of Alexa’s Team, those police officers who are the top impaired driving investigators in the province, have been removing impaired drivers from the streets and highways of our communities making the roads safer for all. On April 25 the BCAA Road Safety Foundation, ICBC and the Middelaer family honoured two police officers in Castlegar – Cst. Jason Tait Castlegar RCMP General Duty and Cst. David Hallmark Castlegar RCMP General Duty – as members of Alexa’s Team in recognition of their diligent efforts Four recognition events are being held in Surrey, Victoria, Kelowna and Prince George over six weeks. B.C. reports that the number of fatal-
Alexa’s Team 202 centre front (L to R): Christine Silver, Road Safety Coordinator, ICBC; Laurel Middelaer; Walter Gray, Mayor, Kelowna; Stephanie Melvin, Deputy Superintendent of Motor Vehicles, BC Min of Justice. Submitted
ities related to impaired driving (drugs, alcohol, prescription medication) continues to drop, from 126 in 2010 to 73 in 2011, and preliminary data for 2012 shows a historic low of 59. Preliminary RCMP data for 2012 also indicates that the number of impaired drivers on the road has significantly decreased with fewer drivers being charged. Combined with the reduction in fatalities, this suggests that public attitudes and
behaviours are changing significantly when it comes to impaired driving. “The recent drop in impaired-related motor vehicle fatalities is the ‘good news’ story,” stated Insp. Ted Emanuels, Officer in Charge, RCMP Lower Mainland District Traffic Services, “In 2011 and 2012, 120 people were not killed by impaired driving and 120 families were not devastated for life.” Inspector Emanuels attributes the dra-
matic decrease in impaired driving in B.C. to effective partnerships between the police and government and private strategic road safety partners, and more importantly, the change in attitude and behavior of the public. More than ever, impaired driving is not acceptable in B.C. “We want to sincerely thank all of the police officers on Alexa’s Team for their exceptional dedication and commitment to getting impaired drivers off our roads,” said John Dickinson, ICBC’s director, road safety. “We’re proud to be a part of Alexa’s Team and to support road safety initiatives like this that help make our roads safer for everyone.” “The police continue to do so much to reduce the impact of impaired driving in our communities,” Continued on P. A15
Taking a Mulligan The Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce held its most recent Business After Business mixer on Tuesday, April 30 in Mulligan’s Restaurant at the Little Bear Golf Course in Ootischenia. Pictured (L-R) are, representing Mulligans, Dean and Laura-Lynn MacKinnon, Jackie Mainzer of Little Bear, along with Anna Kaytor and Tammy Verigin-Burk representing the Chamber. Jim Sinclair
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Publisher: Chris Hopkyns Editor: Jim Sinclair Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905
Govt. out of line
Chapter eight of the 2013 Spring Report of the Auditor General of Canada should ruffle the feathers of every taxpayer in this country. The title of chapter eight is “Spending on the Public Security and Anti-Terrorism Initiative.” The word “uncontrolled” should have been at the front of that title. The spring report is the result of a performance audit designed to identify “… how well government is managing its activities, responsibilities, and resources.” The conclusion of the Attorney General on the massive spending program geared to keep Canadians safe from terror is that, “… departments and agencies reported spending $9.8 billion on PSAT Initiative activities, but information on whether departments used $3.1 billion in Initiative funding was not available.” Information on where $3.1 billion went is just not available? Why? It’s tax time and Canadians are being asked to provide proof of income and expenses to ensure we’re following rules to keep our economy humming along. Why is the federal government playing under a different set of rules? The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat mandate is to provide advice and support to Treasury Board ministers and provide oversight of the financial management of government. Given that they have identified three possible scenarios that might account for what happened to the money (they are at least good at that) it shouldn’t be a big leap to drill down a little further. Money should be something easy to track. This department received X amount, then X gave it Y who spent it on Z. Here’s the paperwork about what Z is. According to the report, weaknesses in the way the government assesses proposals for funding and their reporting processes, were identified as far back as 2004. This isn’t pocket change, so the question needs to be asked: How well is the government managing activities, responsibilities and resources in this case? In a word: badly. We want to hear from you.
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Remembering teenage angst Having another birthday this year, are you? For some people birthdays are fearful things. As each milestone birthday edges its way towards the horizon, those same people shrink from its view. Not me. In fact, I was just thinking about that the other day. I’m 60. No shrinking away from that and, in fact, I kind of relish being 60. The age allows me a perspective that 13 never would have. I call it the age of freedom. Freedom from worrying about what people think of you. Freedom from feeling like I must always wear makeup and freedom from the teenage angst which hounded most of us. Being a teen is a tough thing, no matter from which generation you are. I remember being 13 and living in Columbus, Ohio. The reason I remember that, in particular, is because of Michael, the lifeguard at the local pool. Let’s talk about Michael for a bit. He was every teenage girl’s dream. After all, he was a lifeguard! And a rather nice looking one at that. Oh, and he was older. He must have been all of 17. As I said, every girl at the pool had eyes for Michael, and that included me. But there was a problem; I was 13 and I looked like 12. A little late in Marvin Beatty Reporter
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developing, I was plagued with the absence of breasts. You know the old saying flat as a pancake. It was embarrassing. My parents, recognizing my embarrassment decided to help me out. After whispered conversations between my mother and father, it was decided that mom would take me bathing suit shopping. I think that is where my aversion to bathing suit shopping began. But I am getting a bit off topic. So, anyway, mom took me in tow and we went about the sad business of bathing suit shopping for an un-endowed teen. Yeah, well good luck on that. With each suit I tried on, I became more and more frustrated. The bottoms fit but the tops just sagged. That is until mom pulled a two piece suit from the rack. The colour was perfect, an aqua blue with white flowers throughout. Let’s call it the super suit. As in Super Woman. The bottoms were a perfect fit and the top was a magical thing. The top, you see, could have stood up on its own. It had a fitted insert which gave the impression of breasts. I slipped it on and suddenly my teenage dream of Annette Funicello breasts became a reality. I had finally arrived! Presto! I had breasts! That same day I ran down to the Chris Hopkyns Publisher
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pool to show off my new physique, strolling casually by Michael as often as possible. Surely he would notice me now. But, I soon discovered there was a problem with my Wonder Suit. As soon as the top got nudged in any way it would tragically leave an indent until I inconspicuously popped it back out to its rightful position. But a handful of tissue fixed that. Yup, I stuffed my bathing suit top. Then I tested it with a little nudge. It worked! Armed with new found esteem I walked slowly to the diving board all the while ensuring that I would have Michael’s full attention. I did. With deliberate slowness I strutted to the end of the board, took form and then dove. Life was good. When I came up for air Michael was still looking at me. I was on top of the world. Until he said, with a bit of a smirk, “You lost something.” It was with horror that I saw my tissue floating all around me. I can laugh at that now, but I sure wasn’t laughing that day. I can tell you that was the end of the pool and of Michael. I never could bring myself to go back to that place of public humiliation. Would I want to be 13 again? Nope. I like 60 quite fine even if it does mean that gravity has now got the best of me. Sandy Leonard Production
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Read-athon recap Last month, the Robson Community School held it’s first ever read-a-thon. In the past, we have had spell-a-thons, but with the idea of increasing our students’ love of reading, the PAC and school administrators decided to hold a read-a-thon. This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and in the past, money earned has gone toward library books, musical instruments, audio/ visual equipment, and more. This year, the money raised will go toward purchasing yearbooks for every student and staff member at RCS. Over the March spring break, students were asked to read every day, keep track of their minutes, and seek pledges from family members, friends and neighbours. Local businesses and organizations once again generously donated products, services and money to this event, which went toward incentive prizes for students and classes. And it was a huge success, we raised over $3,000! Gabriel and Indie Thring were the top money raisers, raising $252.50 each. They won a swim party donated by the Sandman Inn. Misauti Voros raised $245.50, and won a
bowling party from Castle Bowl. Olivia Kozak raised $203.00 and won a swim party from the Super 8. There were also prizes for the student who raised the most money in each class - Brianna Zoobkoff, Stella Lepage, Tausha Voros, Ty Jolly, Zoey Stienstra, Liam Herbert, Shaylene Lafayette and Cyan Lemoal won these prizes. Each will also receive an A&W coupon and an RCS hot lunch coupon. Ms. Schamer’s Grade 5 class raised the most money ($744.10) and won a class swim party at the Sandman Inn, pizza from The Greek Oven, and donuts from Plaza Bakery. Mrs. MacKinnon’s Grade 2 class had the highest percentage of participants (59 per cent), and won a pizza party from Panago Pizza. Mrs. Wilkinson’s Grade 4 class read the most minutes in the school (7,779 minutes), and they won a cupcake party from Country Style Bakery. Grade 2 student Salix Lonsbury read the most minutes with 4,010. C ongratulations to all the winners, and thank you for all your hard work. Everyone else who participated will also receive an A&W coupon and an RCS hot lunch coupon, and they had their name entered into a draw for other fabulous
prizes. Hairlines 6th Ave, Johnny’s Gas and Grocery, Tina Popoff Jewelry, The Movie Company, Kootenay Centre Cinema, Arby’s, Dairy Queen, Tim Hortons, HTR Design, Castlegar Rec Centre, PNT Contracting, The Robson Volunteer Fire Department, Safeway, and The Thirsty Duck all donated. Without the great donations from all of these area businesses and organizations, this event would not be the success it is. So thank you very much for your continued support of our school. And thank you, as well, to all the community members who sponsored our students. -Rebecca Voros, Robson
Revisiting an iconic diner I really enjoyed Johnny Mah’s ‘Celebrating 40 years in Castlegar: Hi Lite Restaurant’ published in your April 25 issue. I well remember when Jim and Amy took over the Hi Lite in the 1970’s. We all loved the almond chicken, mushroom chow mein and other choices. My mother, Ivy Riley (Hill), a war widow (1944) and her best friend Marge Gripich ran Rigby’s
Café in 1946 living together with five children under the age of 10 between them. One would be at the cafe while the other was home baking and babysitting. The whole town would turn out to watch their ‘shift’ change! War rationing was still in force but they had fun despite the many challenges. York Mah’s Marlane Café was a popular teenage hangout - his daughter and niece, May and Rose, were in sixth grade with me and May (now Wong) attended our 50 year grad reunion in 2010. The name Palette came about when Fred and Nell Stefoniuk operated the café in the 1950’s. They did a big renovation and the ‘palette’ theme was echoed in the lights shaped like a painter’s palette. We all learned to prounounce ‘palette’ without sounding the ‘tt’s’ from Nell. Johnny’s sister went to school with my son and I used to marvel at Amy’s devotion - after working late hours at the café she walked her daughter to school at Castlegar Primary and Twin Rivers every morning. Thanks for the memories! -Carolee Riley Fitz-Gerald, Castlegar
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Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter@castlegarnews.com
Upcoming May 4 – Annual Castlegar Garden Club Plant Sale 9
a.m. – noon, Castlegar Station Museum, 400 – 13th Ave beguiles with a dazzling preview of summer’s promise. A provocative glimpse . . . edgy, enticing, eclectic delights assuage a gardener’s passion for plants. Garden experts on hand to answer questions. More info: Rose Cheveldave: 250-365-9600 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.
May 11 - Fourth annual Bank of Montreal Garage Sale, 8 a.m. -
12 p.m. at the BMO parking lot. All proceeds to the Canadian Cancer Society. May 12 - Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast, Passmore Hall,
3656 Passmore Old Road 9-12 p.m. Silent auction, draws and door prizes. Weekly activities for seniors are carpet bowling Wednesdays at 1p.m. and cards Fridays at 7 p.m. All welcome. More info call Lorna 250-2267267. May 13 - Castlegar & District Public Library , 7 p.m. reading
St. David’s Anglican Church at 614 Christina Place, Castlegar
from “Yes Sister, No Sister” by author Jennifer Craig. Humorous memoir of the author’s life as a trainee nurse in the 1950s in Leeds, England.
May 6 - West Kootenay Family Historians Society, Stanley
May 18 - 4th Annual Castlegar Garden and Nature Fest. Cas-
May 4 - St. David’s Anglican Church Annual Garage, Plant and Bake Sale. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.,
Humphries Secondary School at 7 p.m. Looking for someone in your family tree? Round table session to help those unable to go further in their research. Contact Sam at 250-364-1601 or Ingeborg at 250-367-0076. May 7 - Castlegar & District Community Justice Forum an-
nual general meeting, 7 p.m. at the Castlegar Fire Hall (2161 6th Ave.) More info: Michele Warren 250-365-3212
tlegar Community Complex, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. An open-air festival celebrating plants and growing. Local food and music. Free admission. Email CastlegarGardenfest@shaw.ca or phone 250399-4439. MAY 18-19, 66th ANNUAL USCC UNION OF YOUTH FESTIVAL: Cel-
May 7 - Community Foundation of Castlegar AGM: 7 p.m. at
Castlegar Golf Club boardroom, 1602 Aaron Road. More info: Dan Salekin, 250-608-0451 or info@communityfoundationofcastlegar.org
ebrate Doukhobor culture and heritage through performances and prayer at the Brilliant Cultural Centre beginning 2 p.m. Saturday. Tickets available early May at Brilliant Cultural Centre in Castlegar and Grand Forks Community Centre. Contact Kalina at kalina.repin@gmail. com or Brilliant Cultural Centre office at usccbcc@shaw.ca or 250-365- 3613.
May 8 - Castlegar Social Planning Society AGM: Will be 5
May 23 - West Kootenay Ostomy Support Group meets at 1 p.m.,
p.m. at Castlegar Christian Fellowship Hall, 1801 Connors Road, Castlegar (behind Dairy Queen). Guest speaker Dan Sahlstrom, New Vision Housing Society. Light refreshments. Everyone welcome. May 9 - West Kootenay Women in Business Luncheon. 11:30 to
1:30 p.m. Kootenay Gallery of Art in Castlegar. Featuring Pamela Clausen from Community Futures. Please RSVP to Rebecca by Monday, May 6 (rebecca@ kfsinc.ca). May 10 - ADVENTURE & COMMITMENT THROUGH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY A presentation of slides
of her Guatemalan experience, Rosemary Manarin and local affiliate member, Josh Snauwert, promise an interesting evening. 7 p.m. at Castlegar United Church (past Kinnaird Medical Clinic). Donations to local Habitat for Humanity affiliate. Refreshments served after.
rounding area? Nominate them for recognition. Forms can be found at the Castlegar & District Public Library. Deadline is Monday, June 3. More info call Alana: 250-304-6862. ONGOING: BC Seniors Games Registration closes May 23 (Zone
6) to be held in Kamloops Aug. 20 - 24 (seniors 55+). Check out the 26 events and more info at bcseniorsgames.org or contact 362-9489. Next Zone 6 general meeting: Castlegar Complex, Senior’s Lounge May 23. Ongoing: The Treasure Shop is
a.m. - noon and 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Castlegar & District Community Services 1007 - 2nd. St. Income level: single $30,000.00 or less, couples $40,000.00 or less, 1 adult with 1 child $35,000.00 or less, additional child $2500.00, interest income $1000.00 or less. Please call 250365-2104 for appt.
June 11 – Castlegar United Church book club 7 p.m. at Cas-
ONGOING: APRIL - CASTLEGAR SENIOR ACTIVITIES @ COMPLEX
tlegar United Church (beside Kinnaird Medical clinic). Please accept this invitation to join our next discussion. The book is The Beautiful North by Luis Urrea.
Ongoing
Ongoing: Champions for Literacy. Do you know an indi-
vidual, group or organization who has made a contribution to literacy in Castlegar and the sur-
Ongoing: Castlegar A.A. meetings at the Pioneer Arena - Sun.
ongoing: special olympics castlegar needs volunteers -
ongoing: al-anon meets every Monday night AL-ANON is for
ONGOING: MAR. 5 - APR. 30 Free Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Tues. & Thurs, 9
ONGOING
MON: 10:00 Darts, 1:00 Whist, 9:30 Floor Curling TUES: 9:30 Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling, 1:00 Crafts, 7:00 Pool WED: 9:30 Floor Curling, 10:00 on 15th Raspberry Reunion, 11.302.00 on 22nd “80’s Tea”, 1:00 Bingo only 1st Wed, 7:00 Rummoli THURS: 9:00 Zone 6 Sr. Games 16th, 9:30 Floor Curling, 2:00 on 2nd Gen. Meeting, 2:00 on 23rd Tea Dance, 1:00 Bingo not @ Gen. Meeting, FRI: 10:00 Qi Gong, 1:00 Bridge/Crib
ongoing: TOASTMASTERS MEETINGS The local Toastmasters
All welcome for a hot meal Tuesdays at noon at the Cadet Hall on 8th Avenue in Castlegar, two blocks from the library. No charge. Sponsored by the Stonesoup committee.
ongoing: sharing dinner pot
Ongoing: All About Breastfeeding: informative support
group for breastfeeding moms. Neighbourhood House (behind Chopsticks) in Castlegar, Tuesdays, 10:30 - noon More info: 250-365-3662, www.kootenayfamilyplace.org
and go until there is a winner. Buy-in is $40; prize $1,000 or more. Partial proceeds to the West Kootenay Therapeutic Riding Association.
club, the Sentinel Speakers, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Inn Castlegar on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Learn speaking skills, gain confidence and have some fun! Guests warmly welcomed. More info please call Diane Cushing at 250-365-8336.
at 10 a.m. (phone Mike – 3658302), Tues. at 7 p.m. (phone Dennis at 365-2738), Thurs. at 8 p.m. (phone Jim at 365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m. (phone Leonard at 365-7805).
6:45 p.m. at the library. More info, call Darlene: 250-365-2155.
May 23 - Friends of the Castlegar Public Library meeting at
10 a.m. at Kinnaird Hall 2320 Columbia Avenue. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy and lose weight. Join round table talks, make new friends. Monthly fee of $10. FMI call 365-7956.
having a 2 FOR 1 sale of baby clothing and all black shoes starting Fri. Apr. 26 thru Sat. May 4. Retro, Vintage and Spring fashions are available for your shopping pleasure. Volunteers needed. Donation drop off days Mondays & Saturdays.
ROBSON MARKET: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sundays including holidays. Mother’s Day Brunch & Browse May 12. Bring Mom, Grandma, wife or girlfriend and show them you care. Great breakfast / brunch menu. Variety of items by local vendors. Silent auction every month - proceeds benefit the Hall. Current auction runs until May 5.. New vendors welcome. To book a table call 250-365-3796 or 250365-8165.
Kiro Wellness Center, 1500 Columbia Ave, Trail. Guest: Rob Elliott, Hollister representative. More info: 250-368-9827 or 250365-6276. PLEASE NOTE time and date change. Last meeting until September.
ongoing: tops group meets every wednesday - 8:30 a.m. to
people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. Meeting every Monday 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) More info call Donna 365-3168 or Eileen 365-3674. ongoing: legion meat draws every saturday - Royal Cana-
dian Legion Castlegar/Robson Branch#170, 248 Columbia Ave. Doors open at 3 p.m., draws from 4 - 6 p.m. Draws every half hour with other special prizes awarded. Guests more than welcome and can be signed in by a member. Come out and have fun with great company. ongoing: chronic pain selfmanagement program - Free
six session workshop. Thursdays from March 7 - April 11 at 1:30 p.m. at 1030 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar. FMI 1-866-902-3767.
ongoing: CRAFTING for WOMEN.
Wed. mornings 9-12, Sun Centre, above Community Services. No cost but there may be required materials depending on project. Mocassins cost about $50. Knitting and most others free. Volunteers needed to teach crafts / skills. Phone: 250-3652104 ext. 34 or smccreight@hotmail.com. ongoing: Confluence Fellowship Circle. Wednesdays at 6 pm
A Christian gathering with a Celtic flavour. Robson Community Memorial Church. Waldie Avenue, Robson. confluence.fellowshipcircle.com Come and connect with our Creator and each other. ongoing: poker fundraiser at
the Lion’s Head Pub every Tuesday - Games start at 6:30 p.m.
More info please call 250-9190757.
ongoing: Operation Feast es-
tablished in 2012 provides meals for members of our community. All invited for home-cooked meals Thursdays at New Life Assembly Church, 602 - 7th Street. Doors open at 4 p.m, dinner served until 5:30 p.m. Entrance to dining area located at the back of Church. More info: Carol at 365-5734.
ongoing: scrabble club – Come
out on the second Wed. of the month at the Castlegar Public Library - 6:30–8 p.m. All levels are welcome.
Ongoing: Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Love 2 Learn:
free program, healthy snacks, circle, art, games, activities for preschoolers and parents/caregivers. Fridays 9:30 – 11 a.m. starting April 19 at Castlegar Primary School. To register call Alana, 250-304-6862, offered by Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and School District #20.
Community Learning Place: free
help with basic computers, reading and writing, citizenship, test preparation, skills upgrading. Castlegar & District Public Library, Tuesdays 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. More info: 250-304-6862.
ongoing: Mom’s Support Group
Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon. Castlegar Community Services, Sun Centre. All moms welcome to this loosely structured group supporting challenges of being a mom. No referral required. Comments/queries: Sandi McCreight 250.365.2104 ext. 34
ONGOING: Awaken Your Intuition. Free 12 week study group
based on Sonia Choquette’s bestseller “The Psychic Pathway”. Let’s learn how to live a more intuitive, guided life together! Contact Deborah @ dnittel@ gmail.com
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BC Liberals’ candidate has campaign headquarters set up marvin beatty Castlegar News Reporter
Jim Postnikoff, BC Liberal Party candidate for Kootenay West, opened his campaign office on Columbia Avenue in Castlegar on Thursday, April 25. About a dozen supporters and family members were on hand for the opening and Postnikoff thanked Endless Horizons Construction for stepping up to the plate in getting the office space painted and ready to go.
Postnikoff ’s son, Jesse, is the manager for the political campaign. Postnikoff said he and his son spend a lot of time together and are bringing the campaign up to the speed it needs to be. He added he has been meeting with business owners and citizens in Rossland, Trail and Fruitvale. He attended the Spring Fling celebrations in downtown Castlegar this Saturday. “It’s incredible what we’ve seen,” said Postnikoff. “A wave is
Jim Postnikoff (moustache/holding child) opened his campaign office on April 25. Marvin Beatty
being created here — people are walking up to me on the street to offer support. We’ve been going seven days a week since the nomination.” When asked about
the most significant local issues in the election, Postnikoff touched on health care, senior care, education and jobs. He added he was surprised that the NDP
Chinese bank backs Kitimat refinery Tom fletcher Black Press
The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, the country’s largest bank, has agreed to take part in financing a largescale oil refinery proposed for Kitimat. Kitimat Clean Ltd., a company owned by Black Press chairman David Black, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding Thursday. The agreement commits the bank to “be the Chinese financial advisor to Kitimat Clean and cooperate in the financing of the proposed Kitimat refinery and associated pipelines and other elements,” Black said in a statement. “Chinese companies will be involved in the engineering
David Black cites a poll stating 75 per cent of BC residents support a Kitimat refinery. Black Press
and construction of the refinery,” Black said. “Up to 100 per cent of the output from the refinery is planned to be sold to Asian markets, including China and India.” He added that majority control of the businesses will re-
main in Canada. Liu Yanping, deputy head of corporate banking, and Huang Jifa, deputy head of investment banking at the Chinese bank, said in the statement: “We are very pleased to be working toward a comprehensive agreement to finance
a refinery in Canada, which is planning to export refined fuels to China and other Asian countries in the future.” Black released a Mustel Group poll in February that found three out of four B.C. residents support the idea to refine crude oil in Kitimat rather than export the raw product, diluted bitumen from the Alberta oil sands, by tanker. The same poll found that 57 per cent respondents opposed the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline project. Black has suggested his project may grow to include an alternative pipeline proposal, or oil shipped by the CN Rail line that already connects the Edmonton area with the North Coast.
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candidate wasn’t saying much. “I’ve done lots in my life,” said Postnikoff, when asked what specific skills he would bring as an MLA. “I’m not shy
and I’m not a stranger to red tape.” He added that through the various business enterprises he has been involved in, he has seen a reduction in governmental bureaucracy and, if elected, would find ways to reduce it further. When pressed for specifics, Postnikoff said he didn’t want to unveil too much too early but did say the Kootenays have great potential, there are lots of ways to generate new jobs and he was looking forward
to starting those discussions. “We’re out there meeting people every day; right now there’s a lot of support and I suspect people will be bringing issues [to me] soon,” he said. Postnikoff is a small business owner and worked as a millwright in the mining and forestry industries for 25 years. Other candidates in the race for the MLA seat are Katrine Conroy (NDP) Joseph Hughes (independent), and Glen Byle (independent).
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Saturday, May 4th THE BRICK is having their “Tent Sale” & once again WKMLA will be hosting the
• BBQ • Bake Table • Bottle Drop by donation
11 am – 2:30 pm
Saturday, May 11th • Bottle Drive in Castlegar, Blueberry, Fairview & Robson.
All Donations will go towards the purchase of nets, shot clocks & equipment
Castlegar social planning council
The Board of Directors of the
CASTLEGAR SOCIAL PLANNING SOCIETY invite you to their
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, May 8, 2013 5:00 p.m. @ Castlegar Christian Fellowship Hall 1801 Connors Road, Castlegar (behind Dairy Queen) - GUEST SPEAKER Dan Sahlstrom, Castlegar New Vision Housing Society Dan will speak about the Society’s new and exciting affordable housing plans for Castlegar
On Sunday May 5, volunteers and community supporters from Castlegar will participate in the 11th Annual Hike for Hospice Palliative Care, hosted by the Castlegar Hospice Society and being held at Kinsmen Park. Registration is at 10 a.m. with the hike and a barbecue following at 11 a.m. The hike has three main goals: fundraising, awareness of hospice palliative services and recognition of hospice staff and volunteers, explained Executive Director
Suzanne Lehbauer. “Hospice hikers help us in achieving them all. Not only do they raise funds needed for hospice palliative care programs and services that benefit all of our community and region, but they also help raise awareness of those programs and services. Lehbauer continued, “Castlegar Hospice Society is honoured to continue in
their role as a mentor to many agencies in our region. We work very hard to establish best practises and maintain our high standards of excellence.” This annual event helps to shine a spotlight on the valuable work done by hospice palliative care volunteers and professionals across the country. Hike for Hospice is a national event with thousands of partici-
pants across Canada. The hike coordinated nationally with financial support from founding sponsor The GlaxoSmithKline Foundation and compassion level sponsor Bayshore Home Health, allowing 100 per cent of the funds raised in local communities to remain there. Last year over $1 million was raised nationally for hospice palliative care pro-
grams and services in 99 different locations. Funds raised in this year’s hike by Castlegar Hospice Society will be used to continue to provide essential hospice and bereavement support and services as well as work towards Castlegar Hospice establishing a regional hospice facility. To support or participate in the Hike for Hospice Palliative Care, or if you would like more information about hospice, please contact Suzanne Lehbauer at 250-304-1266 or visit the website at www. castlegarhospice.org.
Taking a closer look at the Written Word of God submitted
Bible Truths “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.” (2 Timothy 3:15-17) No book has made a greater impact on
the world than the Holy Bible. It certainly has left its mark on Canadian society though many have attempted to erase it. This book is unparalleled in its influence simply because it is unparalleled as to its nature. You see, the Bible is the word of God. Although penned by men, its true author is divine. Every word you read in the Scriptures is just as much the word of God as the words God spoke to directly to Moses. Therefore the Bible is the only absolute authority for faith and practice.
Worthwhile faith must be based on and verified by the Bible or it is not worth having. Allow me to illustrate. If I needed a board to be 54 inches, how do I know where to make the cut? I should be able to take a guess and come somewhere in the neighbourhood of 54 inches, right? Obviously in an important building project being in the ballpark doesn’t cut it. The better way is to get a tape measure which shows the standard of measurement. Many approach spiritual and eternal things with the guess
method. I hear people say, “I think” or “to me ... I believe.” Most just hope it’s right or close enough. Even “in the ballpark” is not good enough for the all-important matter of your relationship with God and the destiny of your eternal soul. My friend, there is a better way! There is a standard to go by; it is the Bible, God’s word. Since God created you and has a will for your life, wouldn’t it make sense that He would communicate His heart to you? Yes, the Bible is not only the revelation of God’s commands but
of God Himself. My relationship with God is based on the Bible and through His word He communes with my soul. Do you want to know the Lord? Do you want to know what is true? Don’t go to man’s philosophy; go to the standard; go to the source; go to the Bible! If you don’t have a Bible and would like one, just contact Castlegar Baptist Church, we’ll provide one free of charge or obligation.
–Pastor Tom Kline, Castlegar Baptist Church
Friends of the department Grade 5 children from Robson Community School toured the Robson Fire Hall late last month. Lt. Mark Smith (in uniform in the photo) had his hands full with many questions, including “How much does this fire engine cost?”, from one boy. “About $500,000 dollars” replied Smith. Also pictured are Retired Department Chief, Paul Tuphome, Lt. Smith in uniform, and in turnout gear, Steve Hoodicoff, and Troy Voros who is also a lieutenant. Barb Sinclair
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Ancient art paying modern dividends
THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ARE SEARCHING FOR CASTLEGAR’S
Marvin Beatty Castlegar News Reporter
Proper posture, precise movements and awareness of breath are hallmarks of any yoga class and it’s no different for those gathered in the lower level of the Castlegar and District Public Library on Monday, April 29, with one key difference; most of the yoga practitioners in this class have Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – a neurological disease that can affect a wide range of ages but is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 15 to 40. The symptoms of MS are wide-ranging and can affect vision, hearing, memory, balance and mobility amongst other things — all while also causing varying degrees of pain. Mike Sherwood, said he has lost his vision seven times. He said much of his life is spent in pain but yoga makes him feel stronger, happier and in better control. One pose had the participants lying on the floor with their feet against a wall and arms out to the side, supported by a number of blankets under the upper body. “It opens the chest up,” said instructor Janice Ferraro. “And helps with breathing.” Sherwood said the pose also helps him with headaches. MS affects women almost three times more often as men and
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is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada, with three people per day being diagnosed, according to the MS Society of Canada. The “Castlegar Yoga for MS Support Group” has been meeting since February and, after 13 weeks of instruction from Ferraro of Under The Sun Hatha Yoga, all said they have seen benefits. “I’m feeling better and walking better,” said Ryan Brocke, who started regular yoga classes last September before approaching the MS Society of Canada for help in funding the group. In fact, until near the end of the class, a casual observer would have been hardpressed to identify any difference between those in this class and any other. A series of exercises for the arms, back and core was paired with Ferraro carefully pointing out proper technique and reminding the class about breathing, pos-
ture and body position. “I’m able to walk,” said Sandy Helbecque. “Which I wasn’t doing well when I first came here.” The group will be take part in a demonstration of the yoga movements they are perfecting during the MS Walkathon on Sunday, May 26 in Nelson. Participants can choose as much of the three to five kilometre route as they are comfortable with. Through online pledges and donations, the class hopes to raise enough money to keep the yoga sessions running and purchase additional yoga equipment such as sand bags (for resistance) and instructional books. To participate, pledge or donate go to www.mswalks.ca and click the yellow and black banners to either register or find a walker or team. To find the Castlegar group, click the blue button reading “Search for a team” and then search the word Castlegar in the “team” field.
Singing strong Castlegar’s Best Singer event was held Apr. 28 at the Old Theatre on Columbia Ave. Pictured in front row, holding trophies are, from left, peoples choice award winner Cassidy Ihlen of Slocan Park, Kelsea Dorosz and Mateo Villa of Castlegar, the top two who will compete next in Cranbrook on June 1. Jim Sinclair
Nomination forms and details are available at: • Canadian Tire • Safeway • City Hall • Castlegar Chamber of Commerce • Castlegar Recreation Center Deadline for nominations: Friday May 10, 2013
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Culture/Entertainment Many facets of hoop dancing to be displayed locally by master marvin beatty Castlegar News Reporter
World renowned First Nations’ Hoop
Dancer Teddy Anderson will visit area schools and the Mir Centre for Peace between May 6 and May
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9. Anderson, who has performed in 16 countries, spoke with the Castlegar News Tuesday, April 30 about the message he hopes to convey during his performances. “I have seven shows lined up at schools,” said Anderson. “My first show is Monday, May 6 at Fruitvale Elementary, then I’m at MacLean Elementary later that afternoon, then I’m in Trail on May 7 and then have two shows in Castlegar on Wednesday, May 8. I’ll be at Kinnaird Elementary at 9 a.m. and Twin Rivers Elementary at 12:50 p.m.” The performance at the Mir Centre for Peace will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 9. Information supplied by Anderson shows that many First Nation’s cultures have evolved different styles and
Terry Anderson will perform in the Kootenays May 6 to 9. Vafa Anderson
customs around the hoop dance – which was a way for traditional healers of various tribes to pray, meditate and become stronger in spirit. While in the past a single hoop was used, dancers today have started using many more. Anderson uses as many as 30 hoops at a time. As each hoop dancer develops, builds and grows their
unique style of performance it becomes a reflection of their equally unique life story. “The performances usually last about 45 minutes,” said Anderson. “For me — and this depends on the dancer you talk to — it’s about the message. You have this beautiful, incredible dance and this artistic and athletic skill but after each dance
I break down what I did and explain the concept of how we’re all one global family and break it down to spiritual truths. I talk about the importance of understanding your own culture and acknowledging your history and where you come from and learning from it, being solid as an individual and how that relates to transformation of the society.” Anderson said the dance is a lot of fun but also very inspirational. Hoop dancing has opened many doors for Anderson since graduating from the University of Victoria with a degree in Child and Youth Care. He has spoken to many audiences around the world on issues such as racism, bullying, violence, the importance of education, human rights
and youth peace building. He was in China earlier this month. “My brother and sister in law live in China and work at an international school and wanted me to come over and perform for the school,” he said. “We put out the word to other schools and it ended up being enough to bring me over. I spent a week and had six shows, two photo shoots and a magazine interview. It was pretty intense.” There is no fee to attend the performance at the Mir Centre for Peace on Thursday, May 9; donations are accepted. The performance is open to all and being co-sponsored by the Mir Centre for Peace, The Gathering Place and Aboriginal Services. Refreshments will also be served.
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The Castlegar Lightning won a tight 4-3 game against the Bench Warmers. There were 26 three-on-three street hockey games played.
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There is no better way to celebrate Earth Day than by doing something hands-on to better the environment and that is what school children, school officials and local dignitaries did at Blueberry Creek Community School on Monday, April 22. Atco Wood Products donated 100 Douglas Fir saplings to the school to celebrate Earth Day and Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff, NDP MLA candidate Katrine Conroy and School District # 20 trustees Mickey Kinakin and Jen Carter each helped pot a tree before making
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“We want to keep the ones at the school in pots,” said McDonnell. “We would like them to be living Christmas Trees.” McDonnell said keeping the trees alive for ten years would have a significant impact on reducing CO2 levels. “We’re trying to do what we can to off-set our carbon footprint,” she said. Preschool children joined with their Blueberry Buds and performed an earthfriendly-themed version of We’ve Got The Whole World In Our
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Inquiry a valuable tool... good for a lifetime Carla’s Call
Sometimes the greatest gifts are in our own backyard. I discovered this recently upon learning that a Kindergarten teacher at my children’s school was teaching her class to use The Work of Byron Katie in managing daily challenges. The Work is a process of inquiring into one’s own thoughts. Inquiry, while logical and deductive, contains an air of magic in its unflappable ability to right unskillful thinking patterns. If you have ever questioned one of your own cherished ideals or values, one that you have held with conviction, analyzed it to the narrow tip of its existence, and then asked if it was really true, then you have embarked on the work of inquiry. And you will know that discovering that what you’ve always believed to be true just might not be provides a feeling of unparalleled freedom. The work of inquiring into our thoughts and living in the reality that follows is about, first, becoming aware of a belief or judgment we hold; next, it’s about asking four questions; and finally, it’s about turning the belief or judgment around in various ways to open up the mind to different truths that exist. Here’s a simplified example of how the
teacher at my children’s school uses The Work with her students. It’s simplified because, in doing the work, it’s important that the participant be present and able to emotionally feel the answers to the questions, and not only logically answer. This takes time. Let’s use an example of a student we will call Ben. Ben, upset: “Nobody likes me.” Teacher asks the first question: “Is that true?” Ben, vehemently: “Yes! I have no friends! No one wants to play with me!” Teacher asks the second question: “Ben, there is no one who likes you at all, you haven’t a single friend, and no one has ever wanted to play with you. Is that absolutely true?” Ben, less certain: “Well, I don’t know, maybe sometimes.” Teacher: “Ben, try to think, is it a yes or no. Can you be absolutely sure that at no time no one has ever liked you?” Ben: “Well, no, because yesterday Anna played with me, and today David shared his Lego with me.” Teacher asks the third question. “So how does it make you feel, and how do you act when you believe that thought that nobody likes you? “ Ben: “I get mad. I go off by myself. I cry. I don’t ask anyone to play with me. Teacher: “To look at it another way, then, how would you feel if you never had
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the ability to believe that thought that nobody likes you, how would you have acted today?” Ben: “I’d be happy. I’d play with people. I’d smile at people. I wouldn’t be crying.” Teacher: “Can we turn that thought around? What would be the opposite of nobody likes me?” Ben: Somebody likes me.” Teacher: Can you give me three examples of somebody who’s liked you? Ben: My grandma likes me, my mom likes me, and I know you like me.” The teacher then helps the student to turn the thought around to the self. Teacher: “Ben how do you feel about you?” Ben: “Well, I like me too.” Teacher: “Isn’t it awesome to know that as long as you like you, then somebody likes you, and it can never be true that nobody likes you.” This is a version of inquiry that a kindergartener can manage, and it’s an almost identical version to the structure of questions that are no less powerful decades later in life. The Work challenges us to inquire
into taken-for granted ideas of ‘truth’ such as: I must find my purpose; I should not have made that poor stock investment; I am responsible if my children do not succeed; my boyfriend should not have left me; my mother should let me make my own choices; my father shouldn’t try to control me; my spouse should be more healthy. When we start inquiry we begin to really look deeply into ourselves and realize the extent to which our unquestioned beliefs dictate our choices, and bring us either distress, or happiness. We realize that unquestioned adherence to ideas is
a stressful experience that does not place us in reality but instead in versions of living that leave us with an uncomfortable feeling that something is just not right. When we question our beliefs, and they hold up to inquiry, we begin to live in, and accept reality, which is right where we are, today. Marshall & Associates provides human resources plus individual and group development services. For a consultation, or to find out more about their certified coaching services, please call (250) 5130044 or visit marshallandassociates.ca
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...stated Mark Donnelly, President and COO, BCAA Road Safety Foundation. “This work is very important and the BCAA Road Safety Foundation is proud to be working with them and the Middelaer family to educate the public about the dangerous consequences of impaired driving.” “As a family, we are heartened to see that
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2012 work earns Castlegar officers spots on Alexa’s Team there has been a significant decrease in the number of people injured and killed by impaired drivers over this past year,” stated Laurel Middelaer. “We know that the members of Alexa’s Team have served unwaveringly to make our communities safer. “Improving public safety is a tangible difference that we can make to honour those who suffered loss on our roads,”
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and how to come back when they are feeling calmer. Give children the words instead of telling them to “use your words.” When you see your child expressing himself by hitting or using other unacceptable behaviours, tell him what he could say instead. For example, you can say “Scott tell Suzie how you feel. Say ‘when you put the bear where I can’t reach it I feel mad. I want a turn.’” Teach your children simple phrases that help them talk about emotions. For example “I don’t like that” and “please do something different” are very useful during conflict. Old-
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The Selkirk College Men’s Hockey program is pleased to announce a playing commitment from defenceman Tanner Lenting (Richmond, B.C.) to attend Selkirk College and compete for the Saints beginning in the 2013/14 B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League season. Lenting has spent the past two seasons with the Pacific Junior Hockey League’s North Delta Devils, where he earned a reputation as one of the league’s top defencemen. He picked up five goals and 27 points in 43 games during the 2012/13 campaign to lead all Devils’ blueliners and served as the team’s captain. In 83 career PJHL games, Lenting totaled 13 goals, 54 points and 70 penalty minutes.
Jesse Dorrans will take over as head coach of the Castlegar Rebels, replacing Steve Junker.
gram. “I chose Selkirk College based on their winning hockey program and from having heard nothing but good things about the experience from my friends on the team,” says Lenting, who describes himself as a solid stayat-home defenseman who makes a good first pass. “I’m looking forward to helping the Saints’ capture another BCIHL championship while
tered with the Eagles as they represent the BCHL at the Western Canadian Cup in Nanaimo. “Tanner is a smart and reliable blueliner with good size who also has the skill to contribute on offense and on the powerplay,” says Saints head coach Jeff Dubois. “He was a leader and a key player in North
Delta this season, and he’s also been gaining some great experience with the Surrey Eagles during their very successful playoff run. He brings all the ingredients to be a successful athlete at the college level.” Lenting will join a number of fellow Saints recruits in Selkirk’s Business Administration pro-
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The 20-year old also picked up one assist in four games with the BCHL’s Surrey Eagles during the 2012/13 regular season, and made nine more appearances during the team’s postseason run that ended with a Fred Page Cup championship series win over the Penticton Vees. He is currently ros-
also continuing to improve my own game.” Lenting is the fourth defenceman and ninth player overall to commit to the Saints for the 2013/14 season. He joins forwards Darnell Dyck (Langley, BCHL), Markus McCrea (Youngstown, USHL) and Garrett Kucher (Osoyoos, KIJHL), blueliners Stefan Gonzales (Aldergrove, PJHL), Arie Postmus (Beaver Valley, KIJHL)
Castlegar & District Recreation Department Drop In Fitness Schedule Monday & Wednesday 9:00-10:00am
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TREVOR LINDEN POSTER/ESSAY CONTEST ENTER NOW TO PLAY FLOOR HOCKEY WITH TREVOR LINDEN ON THURSDAY MAY 16TH. INFORMATION & POSTER OUTLINES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE CASTLEGAR REC DEPT.
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There will be no Public Swim and only one Lap lane on Monday/Wednesdays/Friday mornings 10:15-1:15pm until June 3 due to School Swim Lessons happening in pool. Sorry for the inconvenience.
After a carnage-filled event in Spokane, the Dam City Rollers will be back in action on Saturday, May 11 at Selkirk College. The Rollers will be going up against the Rossland Trail Roller Girls. Doors open at 4 p.m with the first whistle dropping on the bouts at 5 p.m. submitted
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Paul had many interests and his most recent was playing golf. He had a strong passion for travelling and enjoyed many adventures with his wife, Bev. He travelled throughout North America, some exotic locations and took a special trip to Russia. Paul worked as a mechanic and for most of his career he was self-employed. He opened his own shop (Thunderbird Esso) and operated an excavating business (Paul’s Trucking). During his second retirement, Paul enjoyed driving trucks and operating equipment. Paul had a talent to design and fabricate almost anything. He was admired by everyone who knew him and was respected for his honesty and trustworthiness. Survived by his loving and devoted wife, Bev and his 4 children who he was so proud of- Ben, Candice, Perry and Coby, and 8 grandchildren. Predeceased by his father Nick, mother Grace and sister Ann.
The Broken Chain We knew little that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly; in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Castlegar Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.
April 25, 1938 - April 25, 2013 It is with great sadness that the family of Violet Popoff announce her passing. She died on her 75th birthday with her loving family at her side. Vi was born in Trail on April 25, 1938. She was one of three children of Gilbert and Ivy Hagen. Vi was predeceased by her sister Daisy Lorimore, daughter Linda Dahl and grandson Troy. Vi will be sadly missed by so many family and friends. Vi is survived her loving husband, Phil, of 57 years, her brother Art, her children Marilyn (Mark) Zurek, Wayne (Lil), Gary (Carol), and Brenda, as well as her grandchildren Dustin (Selena) LePage, Derek (Chelsey) LePage, Desiree LePage, Chris (Liz) Popoff, and Jeff (Brooklyn) Popoff, Sandra Popoff and Dorian Brown, also her four great-grandchildren. She will also be missed by the extended families of Mark, Carol and Lil. Vi worked at the Castlegar Hospital for several years. After an injury to her back, she ran a daycare in her home in Castlegar for many families in the community. Vi also provided care for special needs people in her home. Vi had boundless energy and cared for so many over the years in countless ways. Vi’s priorities in life were her family and friends. Her passion was visiting with and cooking for them. One of her greatest joys were entertaining with her husband, Phil. Over the years, they brought joy and good times to various senior’s lodges including Castleview, Castlewood, Talerico Place and several lodges in Trail with their outstanding talent. Vi was a very active member in the senior’s group at the community complex where she organized and enjoyed activities such as floor curling and rummoli. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Lesperance for all her help, support and compassion. By Vi’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Violet Popoff’s memory. A special thanks to Castleview Care Centre staff and Dena Kanigan for her loving compassion for my Mom and family. Also, a special thanks to Bill Strilaeff of Castlegar Funeral Chapel.
With very sad hearts the family of Pete and Tina Maloff of Thrums wish to announce their passing. On Sunday, April 7, 2013, Pete, blessed with 89 years of life, passed away at Castleview Care Centre and four days later, on Thursday, April 11, 2013, Tina, blessed with 87 years of life, also passed away at Castleview Care Centre. Pete was born in Yuba City, California on October 26, 1923 to parents Lucy and Pete Maloff and Tina was born in Crescent Valley, BC on September 21, 1925 to parents Polly and Fred Shlakoff. They married in Thrums, BC on January 28, 1948 and raised 3 children. While Tina was a homemaker, Pete was a carpenter, worked on many construction projects and was the president for many years of the Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 2458. Pete embraced a life of toil and peace, always helped anybody who asked and loved gardening and nature in general. All his life, he was a strict vegetarian, struggled against militarism and worked to preserve the environment. Pete also had the most beautiful rolling laugh that was infectious and hard to stop. Tina was a superb gardener and ran a small business selling bedding plants out of her greenhouse. She loved nature and enjoyed watching animals in her yard. Tina was also an extremely devoted member of the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ. She was a fine cook and was a long-time member of the Thrums Ladies’ Cooking Group. Both Tina and Pete were predeceased by their parents and Tina was predeceased by two brothers Sam and Fred Shlakoff. Left to mourn their loss are sons Peter and Paul; daughter Olga Kennedy; grandchildren Tom, Sean (Sarah), Michael, Sara (Dan) and Carter; Tina’s sister Polly Gevatkow; Pete’s sisters Elsie Maloff, Luba Rezansoff and Naida Johnstone and brothers Walter and John and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Pete were officiated by Sid Malakoff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Friday, April 12, 3013 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon followed by interment in the Brilliant Cemetery and Funeral Services for Tina were officiated by Sid Malakoff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon followed by interment next to her loving husband in the Brilliant Cemetery. Donations in Pete’s and Tina’s Memory may be made to ISKRA, Box 760, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Castleview Care Centre and to Dr. Merritt for their wonderful care of Pete, to all the Home Support staff for their devoted care of Tina and to the community who came to their assistance at their time of need. They extend a special thank you to their two wonderful aunts, Polly Gevatkow and Elsie Maloff.
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December 22, 1926 to April 28, 2013 Marjorie was born in Kamloops, B.C. and passed peacefully on Sunday, April 28, 2013 in the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC. Born to Thomas Joseph Wilcox and Margaret Hamilton Pollock on December 22, 1926. Marjorie was the youngest of nine children who have all predeceased her. Alice (James Millar) Kamloops, Francis (Vi Fiddick) Castlegar, BC; Joseph (Doris Perry), New Westminister, BC; Helen (James Standen), Kamloops, BC; Nora (William Belcham), Little Fort, BC; Albert Seraphim (Olga Shinduke), Vernon, BC; Robert (Eva Bartlett) Salmon Arm, BC; Dorothy (Ronald Bonnett) Oliver, BC; Marjorie was raised in the Louis/Heey Creek Valley, (near the Sun Peaks Ski Area north of Kamloops, BC) from 1931 to 1944. Her formal education ceased in Grade 5 with the closure of the rural school. Her education continued by correspondence, interrupted by the rigors of farm life, dominated by sheep herding. Mom had an deep aďŹƒnity with animals, especially dogs and horses, who she considered her best friends while growing up in rural isolation. When Mom was 17 years old, her mother accompanied her to Victoria B.C. to attended High School from 1944 to 1947. Mom considered education a privilege and honour; she was a life long learner and self educated, often termed ‘professor’ by her close friends. She loved history and kept herself abreast of world events. Marjorie loved gardening, cooking, sewing, knitting and spent many hours playing cards with family and friends. As a devote Catholic, Mom’s faith was very important to her and she was a perpetual student of the Bible. St. Rita’s Roman Catholic Parish community was focal in her life and she was a life member of the Catholic Women’s League. She greatly appreciated those who brought her communion on Sundays when she was no longer able to attend Mass.
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Rest in Peace Dad/Deda In Lov ing Memor y of my Father Richard Nathaniel McGee May 13th, 1925 – May 5th, 2012
Marjorie married Joseph Andre Lamarche (predeceased November 10, 2001) on December 29, 1947 in Victoria, BC. Shortly there after they moved to Port Alberni, B.C. to ďŹ nd work and start a family. Their ďŹ rst six children were born in Port Alberni, B.C. before moving to Castlegar, BC in 1960, where the last child was born. Marjorie lived at Castlewood Village for the last six years, where she greatly enjoyed the companionship and comradery of many friends and enjoyed many of their activities. These were very happy years for her. Marjorie will be missed by her Castlewood Family, and we, her family, would like to express a heartfelt thank you to all who supported and enriched her life while living there. Marjorie was an avid reader and passed on her love for reading to all her children. Mom’s greatest and noblest calling in life was that of being the Mother of seven children, Bernard (Wendy Koeller), Calgary, AB; Mary Catherine (Andre Ruel), Courtenay, BC; Jacqueline (Fraser East), Nelson, BC; Philip (Bonny Nerenberg), Parksville, BC; Louise (deceased May 28, 2006) Castlegar, BC; Gerard (Nadene Gregory), Dunneville, Ontario; Gisele (Lamarche) Trail, BC. Mom was very proud of her 23 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. The funeral for Marjorie, will be held at St. Rita’s Catholic Church Hall, 513 7th Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 1R3, at 11am on Saturday May 4th, 2013. The viewing will be held prior from 10:00-10:30am at St. Rita’s Hall. Marjorie’s heart was broken by the ďŹ re at St. Rita’s, so donations can be made, in lieu of owers, to St. Rita’s Rebuilding Fund. Sarah Greenwood of Castlegar Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Dad was diagnosed with cancer on April 2nd, 2012 and passed away on May 5th¸2012. My dad was a constant ray of sunshine in my life and I adored and cherished him. As I grew older I admired and respected him. •Dad taught me to be honest and respectful. •He had a wonderful sense of humour which he passed on to me. •He taught me to love sports – most of all he taught me the love of hockey! Dad was very proud to be a Canadian. He was also a very private person; few people knew that as a very young man he joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served in World War II. Dad was the picture of health in his senior years and was very proud of it. Then cancer struck. Thank you to Dr. Larocque for his wonderful care of Dad. I miss my dad every day. I always knew his passing would be hard but I had no idea how hard it would really be. Susan Carson, Richard`s elder daughter
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STEEL BUILDING - Blowout clearance sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6,860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. Or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at www.crownsteelbuildings.ca Topsoil, Sand, Road Gravel Fill with delivery call for prices 250.359.7188 c:250.304.8158
Misc. Wanted
CASH paid for OLD guns postcards, military medals, syphons, gramophones, license plates, tins, signs, silver coins, (10x) toys, tokens, misc. antiques, Larry, 250 545-7140, sumas@shaw.ca True Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold and Silver coins, Bills + Not melting down, Serious Collector. Call: Coin Couple 1-250-499-0251
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Mobile Homes & Pads ROBSON Mobile Home for rent, Refer & Criminal check required, Call 250-304-4862
Real Estate For Sale By Owner GREAT STARTER HOME &/OR INVESTMENT ON RIONDEL RD. above Kootenay
Lake. 4 k to Ashram 4 k to Riondel & beach. 2 3/4 acres & 2 storey unfinished (but furnished) “Small is Beautiful” cabin. Good benches for building, one with lake view. In Aug,12 appraised at $170,000 but older, flexible vendor open to offers & might carry part of mortgage for suitable person or couple. For info & viewing please call : 1-780-5660707
Homes for Rent
RV Pads
Castlegar Basement Suite fully furnished $600/mth includes utilities & cable Avail anytime 250-304-2445 South Castlegar 2 Bdrm basement suite $650/mth includes utilities, N/P, N/S 250-365-2034
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Auto Financing YOU’RE APPROVED • YOU’RE APPROVED
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1-888-204-5355 for Pre-Approval www.amford.com
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ALL WEST KOOTENAY REAL ESTATE
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FREE Market Evaluation Air Miles/Moving Trailer GREG GRITCHIN
Century21Mountainview Realty 1-250-365-9791
Lots
NOVA SCOTIA’S Eastern Shore. Waterfront Lots for Sale Excellent Climate Near the Atlantic Ocean. Three Bedroom House for Sale or Rent Visit us online at: www.sawmilllanding.com or waterfront@bellaliant.net, call 1-902-522-2343 or 1-902-3284338.
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
Trucks & Vans
Cars - Sports & Imports
1996 Dodge Ram 2500, 4x4, reg cab, long box, DIESEL, auto, PW, power seat, cruz, power mirrors, incredible condition. $8,200.obo. 250-4420122 / 250-493-1807.
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Tenders 2002 Toyota Corolla 4 dr sedan, auto, 4 cyl, PS, PB, very high km. Vehicle has been extremely well maintained. Interior, exterior and mechanical condition 9 out of 10. 40 mpg. $3,500 obo. 250-442-0122.
LAND PARCEL sale by tender SW 17-28-29W1 RM of Shell River, MB. 80 acres. hay/pasture/bush for farm/recreation/acreage. Highest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. Closes May, 17, 2013. Call 204-937-7054 (Roy).
Legal Notices
Legal Notices
PETER ELLIOTT SWETLAND, Administrator c/o LEWIS J.BRIDGEMAN McEWAN & Co. LAW CORPORATION 1432 Bay Avenue Trail, B.C. V1R 4B1
Retired Single Gent N/S, requires modest rental Rural Castlegar, Blueberry Thrums preferred Phone 250-399-4330
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OPEN House Stellar Place May 18th 10 to 2 PM # 36 2210 Columbia Ave., Castlegar. Two level townhome in adult only community. Enclosed garage, built in vaccum, central air, gas fireplace, ensuite off the master and the list goes on. For more info call: 604-534-2190.
Mustang Convertible 2010, Black w/cream interior, pristine condition, retiree owned, 21086/km, vinaudit available, asking $24,600. 250-442-5810
Notice is Hereby Given that all persons having claims against the Estate of DAVID JOHN SWETLAND, also know as DAVID SWETLAND, Deceased, formerly of Villican, British Columbia, who died on October 4, 2008, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned PETER ELLIOTT SWETLAND, Administrator, on or before June 15, 2013, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.
Suites, Lower
• GOOD CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • NO CREDIT • HIGH DEBT RATE • 1ST TIME BUYER • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCE
Estate Sale 2001 Taurus LE edition, lady driven 150,000 km, 250-365-8143 or 250-365-4857
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
CASTLEGAR long term centrally located R/V Site available immediately $350/mth utilities included Elmer 250-365-3333 Castlegar Motel
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Lake. 4 k to Ashram 4 k to Riondel & beach. 2 3/4 acres & 2 storey unfinished (but furnished) “Small is Beautiful” cabin. Good benches for building, one with lake view. In Aug,12 appraised at $170,000 but older, flexible vendor open to offers & might carry part of mortgage for suitable person or couple. For info & viewing please call : 1-780-5660707
Cars - Domestic
250.365.6397
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WWW.MILANINORMAN.COM 150+ USED CARS & TRUCKS!! 1-888-534-4745 A+ BBB RATED
CASTLEGAR, 1400 sq ft House, southend, 3 Bdrm F/S, W/D, A/C, N/S, N/P References required, Avail June 1st, $950/mth + Utilities 250-362-5468 Castlegar 2 Bdrm House on Columbia Ave, big yard storage, $750/mth + utilities Call or text 250-304-7490 CASTLEGAR Home (upper Floor) available immediately for rent. 1500+ Square feet, 3 bedrooms, Full Bathroom, F/S, W/D. Great neighbourhood in the downtown area 1 block from Kinsmen Park Rent is $1000 per month + 1/2 utilities. Full house can be made available if desired and is negotiable. For more information: (250)365-1575 or (403)9715549
GREAT STARTER HOME &/OR INVESTMENT ON RIONDEL RD. above Kootenay
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Commercial/ Industrial Peak Physique at 279 Columbia Ave has moved leaving 1800 sq ft Prime Main floor area with 2400 sq ft lower level with kitchen ladies/men change rooms & showers. For information call Peter 250-365-7551
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Plants /Nursery
SPRUCE tree SALE! Starting @ $69.-6’ft, Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email mk1786@telus.net
1997,1998 red Jeep Cherokee, 4 doors, 6 cly eng, auto trans & 5 speed, 270,000km, excellent condition. $3,200 / $3,600 obo. 250-442-0122 / 250-493-1807.
RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Ronald Oliver Staudinger, deceased formerly of 3109 4th Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 2S5, and c/o Talarico Place, 709 - 10th Street, Castlegar, BC V1N 2H7 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executor named hereunder at 1115 3rd Street, Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 2A1, on or before June 14, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Joan Gaudry, Executor c/o JACOB POLONICOFF POLONICOFF LAW FIRM 1115 3rd Street Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 2A1
Across
1 Turn near home 6 Boxers’ sounds 10 __ Said: Suez Canal harbor 14 Watson’s creator 15 Veggie that leaves a purple stain 16 Playfully roguish 17 NUTS 19 End of an old boast 20 It’s après après-midi 21 Part of the inn crowd? 22 Elevator stop 23 Spike TV, once 24 BOLTS 26 Sells out 28 Dive into, as a pile of correspondence 29 Take into custody? 30 County bordering Galway 33 NUTS 39 Heavy load 40 “Hill Street Blues” regular Veronica 42 Red choice 47 Advice-and-consent body 48 BOLTS 52 Felix or Morris, e.g. 53 Pal of d’Artagnan 54 Squeal
55 “How the Other Half Lives” author Jacob 56 Dutch burg 57 NUTS AND BOLTS 59 Differently 60 Money guru Orman 61 Name on a bottle of Pleasures 62 Sinks out of sight 63 ‘80s-’90s tennis star Korda 64 Farm machinery giant
Down
1 To the stars, in mottos 2 Olds luxury model 3 Owing to 4 11-Down, e.g., briefly 5 Royal flush part 6 Britcom with Edina and Patsy 7 Run over 8 Upscale handbag 9 Canonized gp. 10 1904 Nobel-winning physiologist 11 Camden Yards player 12 Dr Pepper alternative 13 Desire
18 Fed. investigator 22 Monk’s address 24 Snap, in ads 25 Half a little train? 27 Bain de Soleil abbr. 30 The Beatles and the Stones, e.g. 31 Sun Devils’ sch. 32 Timeline nos. 34 “__ problem!” 35 Jazzman Baker 36 Kal __: Iams rival 37 Make gaunt 38 Merchant 41 Thoughtful words 42 Goes after 43 Unimportant
44 Overcome with shock 45 Scholarship founder 46 Many “Star Trek” characters, briefly 47 Billboard, say 49 Thing to resolve 50 Composer who wrote piano transcriptions of Beethoven’s nine symphonies 51 Evil look 55 Climb 57 Psychic letters 58 “How I Met Your Mother” narrator
Castlegar News Thursday, May 2, 2013
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CA$H FOR YOUR SILVER COINS AND OLD GOLD! Assessed and paid for - right on the spot!
2 DAYS ONLY SILVER COINS - PAID OUT AT 8 TIMES FACE VALUE! Canadian Coins: 1967 and earlier - 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ and $1.00 X 8 PAID (only exception Canadian 1967/68 25¢ AND 10¢) X 4 PAID U.S. Coins: 1964 and earlier - 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ (1935 and earlier for $1.00 coins) X 8 PAID Bring in $100.00 face value of the above silver coins and leave with $800.00
The price is based on the karat content and weight. Broken gold and used jewelery, tangled chains, silver and gold coins and bars, unwanted gold rings, bracelets, earrrings, dental crowns, charm bracelets, bangles, any condition - broken or not - YES WE EVEN BUY UGLY JEWELERY! ANYTHING KARAT GOLD! Any ROLEX or OMEGA watches, quality pocket watches, SILVER Franklin mint collectables, sterling silver cutlery and serving trays. Paul will assess your gold, test anything not stamped, weigh and quote you a price, and pay you CASH right on the spot.
WITH GOLD AND SILVER AT RECORD PRICES
now is the time to cash in. You might be amazed what your unwanted gold is worth $$$
Your host Paul Bamber Former 26 year owner of Gold Dust Jewellers, Penticton
“IF YOU HAVEN’T USED IT IN YEARS COME DOWN AND CASH IT IN” *We reserve the right to adjust payouts according to market conditions
Saturday, May 4th & Sunday, May 5th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at the FIRESIDE INN HOTEL (in the board room) 1810-8TH AVENUE, CASTLEGAR, BC ALSO BUYING PRE-1937 CANADIAN BILLS
OKANAGAN GOLD 1-250-460-1550 TWO DAY’S ONLY...DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
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Thursday, May 2, 2013 Castlegar News
MAY 2013
GENERAL ELECTION Get ready to vote. In the 40 th Provincial General Election, British Columbia’s voters will vote for their Member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. BC Has More Ways to Vote All voters can:
Identification Rules for Voting Voters must prove their identity and current residential address to get a ballot or register to vote at the time of voting. Any one of the following pieces of identification is acceptable: • • • •
Vote in any district electoral office from now until 4 p.m. (Pacific time) on General Voting Day, Tuesday, May 14, 2013. Vote by Mail You can ask for a Vote by Mail package from your district electoral office or through the Elections BC website at elections.bc.ca Vote at advance voting Voters can attend any advance voting location in the province from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (local time), Wednesday, May 8 through Saturday, May 11. All advance voting locations are wheelchair accessible. Vote on General Voting Day Voters can attend any general voting location in the province from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Pacific time), Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
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Or, contact your district electoral office. Hours of operation Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Kootenay West for the 40th Provincial General Election.
Kootenay West Electoral District Candidate’s Name:
Financial Agent:
Official Agent:
Glen Curtis Byle Independent
Glen Byle 2047 Seventh Ave, Trail, BC, V1R 3C4
Katrine Conroy BC NDP
Vincent Salvo 2420 12th Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4A8
Joseph Peter Hughes Independent
Leah Gilliland PO Box 158, Nakusp, BC, V0G 1R0
Jim Postnikoff BC Liberal Party
Jim Postnikoff 1071 Lazeroff Rd, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4P3
General Voting Places:
Carlee Hughes 467 Nakusp East Rd RR 1, Nakusp, BC, V0G 1R1
Advance Voting Places:
District Electoral Offices: 1398 McQuarrie St Trail, BC (250) 364-6108
Blueberry Comm School 200 Centre Ave, Castlegar, BC
Montrose Comm Hall 490 9th Ave, Montrose, BC
Slocan Park Comm Hall 3036 6 Hwy, Slocan Park, BC
Royal Canadian Legion - Nakusp 98 4th Ave NW, Nakusp, BC
Bosun Hall 710 Bellevue St, New Denver, BC
Nakusp Sports Centre 200 8th Ave NW, Nakusp, BC
Tarrys Comm Hall 2103 3A Hwy, Tarrys, BC
Royal Canadian Legion 170 248 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC
Burton Comm Hall 125 Burton Main Rd, Burton, BC
Oasis Comm Hall 47 Hanna Dr, Oasis, BC
Trail Memorial Centre 1051 Victoria St, Trail, BC
Waneta Plaza Mall 124 8100 3B Hwy, Trail, BC
Castlegar & District Comm Complex 2101 6th Ave, Castlegar, BC
Pass Creek Comm Hall 1989 Pass Creek Rd, Pass Creek, BC
Trail Middle School 2001 Third Ave, Trail, BC
Crescent Valley Comm Hall 1385 6 Hwy, Crescent Valley, BC
Robson Comm Hall 3071 Waldie Ave, Robson, BC
Trout Lake Comm Hall 544 Westside Rd, Trout Lake, BC
Fauquier Comm Hall 115 Oak St, Fauquier, BC
Royal Canadian Legion 14 2081 Washington St, Rossland, BC
W.E. Graham Comm School 915 Harold St, Slocan, BC
Fruitvale Memorial Centre 1968 Main St, Fruitvale, BC
Royal Canadian Legion 170 248 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC
Warfield Comm Hall 900 3B/22 Hwy, Warfield, BC
Genelle Comm Hall 1205 2nd St, Genelle, BC
Royal Canadian Legion 203 234 Granby Dr, Edgewood, BC
Winlaw Comm Hall 5897 6 Hwy, Winlaw, BC
Glenmerry Elem School 3660 Carnation Dr, Trail, BC
Silverton Memorial Hall 203 Lake Ave, Silverton, BC
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