Creston Valley Advance, September 05, 2013 by Black Press Media Group

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BY LORNE ECKERSLEY Advance Staff

“Hometown roots and rubber boots.” Bob Gollan smiles as he repeats the slogan for this year’s Creston Valley Fall Fair. “This is such a wonderful event,” he said. “So much to do and something for everyone.” With his strong connections to the local music community, Gollan has been involved in the fair for many years. Now, as president, he has worked tirelessly with fellow volunteers to keep the near century-old tradition alive. The 2013 event kicks off Friday afternoon at 2 p.m., with opening ceremonies at 4:30. Appearing will be Regional District of Central Kootenay directors John Kettle, Larry Binks and Garry Jackman, Creston Mayor Ron Toyota and NelsonCreston MLA Michelle Mungall. Displays and activities will run to 9 p.m. On Saturday, an earlier than usual 9 a.m. start time coincides with the opening of the Creston Valley Farmers’ Market, which moves to the Creston and District Community Complex parking lot from its usual downtown location for this day only. “There’s lots to do,” Gollan said. “Gord and Caroline Martin of Cherrybrook Farms are bringing in a portable miniature golf setup for the kids, which they will love.” Door prizes will be announced throughout the event, which will have an added focus on 4-H clubs.

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GETTING STARTED

— The Creston Valley Thunder Cats took on the Beaver Valley Nitehawks on Friday and the Columbia Valley Rockies (above) on Saturday in pre-season exhibition games at the John Bucyk Arena. The Nitehawks shut out the Thunder Cats 6-0, but the Creston team bounced back the next night, defeating the Rockies 9-1. The Thunder Cats were scheduled for three away exhibition games this week, before kicking off the season with a home opener on Sept. 13.

Sensible BC campaign for signatures starting Monday BY BRIAN LAWRENCE Advance Editor Canvassers will be collecting signatures for a provincewide drive with the goal of a referendum for the

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decriminalization of cannabis when Sensible BC kicks off a 90-day campaign on Sept. 9. As with the 2011 campaign that led to the repeal of the harmonized sales tax in April, signatures from 10

per cent of eligible voters in each of B.C.’s 85 electoral districts are required in order to have a referendum. See SENSIBLE, page 3

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f you’re tired of trying to get comfortable on the seats at the Prince Charles Theatre, an end is in sight — the Creston Community Auditorium Society is embarking on a campaign to raise funds for new seats, and it kicks off this weekend at the Creston Valley Fall Fair. Volunteers will be

on hand to discuss the history of the theatre — constructed when Prince Charles Secondary School was rebuilt after being razed by fire — as well as plans for the seats, which can be purchased by individuals and businesses. Just look for the booth shared by the auditorium society, Friends of the Cinema and the Creston Concert Society to learn more! •••

ince 1974, the community has been very fortunate to have meals delivered to Creston residents through Creston Home Support’s Meals on Wheels program, which delivers hot meals three times a week. The program has been very privileged to have remarkable volunteers delivering meals, which has kept

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it going. It is again in need of volunteers who have a vehicle and could deliver to the community, and organizers are asking for people who can spare an hour a week. Volunteers may be able to commit to one day or just as a casual fill-in on the odd day. There is a fuel allowance to cover the cost of gas. This is a way to give that helps all year long. Volunteers can join a group of people who are truly making a difference. To join the team, call 250-428-3827. Volunteers recognized by Meals on Wheels for the donation of their time include Bill Stephenson, Randy Nelson, Gail Nelson, Les Munn, Rosemarie Wood and Michael Willingham, and special thanks goes to Paul Corriveau, Richard Rand and Todd Dickson, who delivered for many years.

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Sensible BC

From page 1 Nearly a dozen volunteers are gearing up in the Creston half of the Nelson-Creston riding. With no plans to go door-to-door, they will be setting up tables around town to provide information and gather signatures. “We don’t want to cause trouble,” said local volunteer co-ordinator Marc Archambault. “We want to be respectful.” Sensible BC is a movement started by Dana Larsen, a cannabis legalization activist and founding member of both the Marijuana Party of Canada and the BC Marijuana Party; he resigned from both in 2003 to join the New Democratic Party. The goal of the referendum would be to approve a proposed “sensible policing act”, which would, according to campaign information, “redirect all B.C. police from searching, seizing or arresting adults for simple possession of cannabis. … Under the new law, a minor found in unlawful possession of cannabis would be treated the same as if it were alcohol.” “This campaign is really about not making criminals out of responsible adults,” said Archambault. “Marijuana doesn’t ruin people’s lives, prosecution for possession does. You get people around here who can’t walk dogs for PAWS (Pet Adoption and Welfare Society) because they were charged with possession 20 years ago.” In addition to the lasting impact for an individual, prosecution affects all taxpayers, with $1.3 billion being spent annually on police and court costs, according to the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse. “It’s a waste of resources,” Archambault said. Federal polls currently show that support for decriminalization and/or legalization is just under 70 per cent, Archambault said. But even with the support of people like Kash Heed and federal Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau — “Justin Trudeau really raised the bar on this when he came out as having smoked weed,” said Archambault — people are still leery of the stigma associated with cannabis. “Some people won’t volunteer because they say they’re afraid their employers will subject them to random drug tests,” said Archambault. But the key to change, he said, is letting people know that the campaign is about others, not their own preferences. “You don’t have to use it or even like it,” he said. “This is about not making criminals out of your family and friends.”

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Energy Diet reduces power bills BY LORNE ECKERSLEY Advance Staff

Creston Valley residents can learn firsthand about programs designed to help reduce power bills in their homes on Sept. 10 from 7-9 p.m. at the Creston and District Community Complex. FortisBC is launching the Kootenay Energy Diet by hosting “enerventions”, information sessions, throughout the region for customers who want to reduce their homes’ energy use and save money on their utility bills. “One of the best ways for homeowners to save on their energy bills is to make energy efficiency upgrades to their homes,” said Tom Loski, FortisBC customer service vice-president. “We saw how successful a community approach to energy savings can be with last year’s Rossland Energy Diet. Since then, we’ve

expanded the program to the Kootenays, and now the Okanagan, to provide customers with direct support in making home energy upgrades.” Kootenay Energy Diet participants will get a discounted energy assessment, energy saving products installed directly in their home, hands-on help applying for up to $6,000 worth of rebates, and, if eligible, financing options to make energy efficient improvements to their home. Participants receive access to: •an initial home energy assessment for only $60 (a value of $400); •energy efficiency products for the home; •LiveSmart BC rebates for insulation, draft proofing and more (a value of up to $4,000 per home); •up to $2,000 in FortisBC energy rebates; •an additional $800 rebate (conditions

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From page 1 “This year we celebrate 100 years of 4-H in Canada,” volunteer Ginger Knudsen said. “We will be having two auctions. One will feature local food products like chickens, corn and cheese, all of which will be sold to help raise funds for the C.V. Agricultural Society’s bursary fund. The other will sell three steers and a lamb that have been raised by 4-H members.” Look for even more poultry displays this year — a 4-H Poultry Club has been established. “The poultry club is really blossoming,” Knudsen said. “The group won an online provincial 4-H competition this year.” Dairy, sheep and beef will also be featured. Outside on the soccer field horse demonstrations will be held on Saturday. “The tractor pull is always fun to watch, too,” Gollan said. A fair wouldn’t be complete without food. The locally owned Purple People Feeder food truck will be on hand, as will be a Greek food truck from Castlegar. Creston Valley Search and Rescue will be running a barbecue fundraiser and Shriners will be selling popcorn. Entertainment — including winners and signers from the Kootenays’ Best Singer contests — will be featured on the main stage in the arena and a kids play area will be set up in the curling rink. Of course, visitors will find tables filled with entries from their friends and neighbours. Fresh produce, flowers, preserves and baking, photographs, handicrafts, wine and beer, and needlework will be on display in abundance, as will farm animals. Demonstrations will go on throughout both days. “Don’t forget to watch for the boots!” vicepresident Gail Mason reminds — a contest will invite kids to count the many boots scattered throughout the community complex as a reminder of the 2013 fall fair theme.

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(Above) 4-H isn’t all about hard work, as members of the valley’s newest 4-H club, the 4-H Poultry Club, demonstrate. (Below) Last year’s 4-H grand champion steer was raised by Anna Knudsen (right) and purchased by Darryl Kemle.

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apply) on an Energy Star natural gas furnace or boiler (to learn more and apply, contact a certified energy advisor, call 250-368-1918 or email energydiet@fortisbc.com); •a low-interest, no money down loan through a local credit union; and •an energy coach “to help you get the information you need, when you need it.” “The Town of Creston is pleased to support the Kootenay Energy Diet,” said Mayor Ron Toyota. “This program raises awareness about the responsible use of our energy resources and provides consumers with valuable support, with information, energy-saving products and financial assistance.” Earlier this summer, Creston town council passed a resolution to pay $30 of the $60 energy assessment fee for the first 200 Creston residents to sign up for the program.

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Follow the Advance online facebook.com/cvadvance twitter.com/CrestonAdvance PAWS Volunteer of the Month for September is Dorothy Ehni

A very dedicated cat enthusiast! Dorothy has been with us but a short time but has already made a big impact upon the cat area and cat well-being at the shelter. The cats’ needs are always well taken care of when Dorothy is around. This includes everything from mundane cleaning to grooming and lots of cat cuddles. The cats come ﬂocking to the door when she arrives and can’t wait to get their treats from her before she leaves. Our dedicated volunteer has even taken one of the more demanding cats home to foster and returns with stories (and sometimes band-aids) of the exciting times she and the cat experience together.

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Added to the above, Dorothy takes care of the cleaning and readiness of our Vet Room before and after vet visits. Always cheerful and happy to ﬁll in when we are short- handed... as long as its not too early, as our Dorothy is not a morning person. She is a delight to work with! From all of us, past and present, Thank You Dorothy!

The B.C. Weed Control Act imposes a duty on all land occupiers to control designated noxious plants. The purpose for the Act is to protect our natural resources and industry from the negative impacts of foreign weeds. For Noxious weed spraying please contact: Creston Valley Beef Growers Assoc. Rob Davidson 250-402-8664 or Bryan Wuzinski 250-866-5744 For more information on noxious weeds check out this website: http://www.agf.gov.bc.ca/cropprot/weedguid/weedguid.htm

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RCMP week includes stolen lumber, pot busts BY LORNE ECKERSLEY Advance Staff

Creston RCMP responded to 78 calls for service from Aug. 26-Sept. 1, Staff Sgt. Bob Gollan said on Tuesday. August 26 •Three 20-foot rough-cut two-by-10s were stolen from a 44th Street yard. •A complaint was received about a male causing a disturbance at a house party on Hilton Place. •No entry was gained in an attempted breakin to a garage on McMurtry Road. •Three occupants were uninjured in a vehicle that rolled over on Hall Road near Sanca. The vehicle was moving too fast as it entered a corner. •A Cavell Street resident did not fall for a telephone plea for cash from a person identifying himself as a relative. •A complaint of threats was received from Cavell Street. August 27 •A complaint about a parking hazard was referred to the Town of Creston bylaw department. •A 12th Avenue resident reported his bank account had been hacked. •Noisy vehicles travelling past Centennial Park on Erickson Road were the subject of a complaint. •A truck pulling a boat was reported to be driving erratically on Highway 3A. It was not located. •An Ibbitson Street resident’s tires were slashed. •A 1980s road bike valued at $700 by the owner was stolen from 10th Avenue North. •A male in his 30s was reported to be loitering around 11th Avenue South residences early in the morning.

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The fall yard and garden clean-up is conducted by Town crews. Its purpose is to dispose of tree prunings, garden waste, and other compostable articles from yards that are not picked up during regular collection. No non-compostable items will be picked up. • Trees or brush should be cut into three (3) foot lengths and wrapped in bundles. • Grass clippings, leaves, etc, MUST be placed in rigid, weather proof, containers; e.g. garbage cans. NO PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Fall collections will be on November 12, 13 & 14, 2013. On your pick-up day, please keep all compostable materials separate from household garbage and place at the curb for pick-up. Questions may be directed to the Public Works Department at 250-428-2214, ext. 233, or visit our website at www.creston.ca. For information on the Regional District Landﬁll site, call the Regional District of Central Kootenay at 1-800-268-7325 or visit their website at www.rdck.bc.ca/environmental/environmental_ services.html. RSS

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August 28 •Three outdoor marijuana grow-ops were dismantled near Crawford Bay, with plants numbering 110, 90 and 182. •An 11th Avenue North resident requested some ammunition be destroyed. •Trail cameras were stolen before entry was gained to a seasonal cabin on Duck Lake Road, but no other theft has been noted. •An Eighth Avenue North resident complained about someone shooting a pellet gun at birds. •A female was treated in hospital for minor injuries after being assaulted by another female on 11th Avenue North. •Police have been unable to contact the owner of a phone that made a 911 call from Pilot Bay. August 29 •Police assisted with the transport of a Highway 3 resident to hospital. •Another report was received about a suspicious person hanging around 11th Avenue South residences in the early morning. •A well-being check at a residence on Highway 3 revealed the child in question was OK. •A mother-daughter fight was reported on Elm Street. •A driver who refused to allow his truck to be inspected by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance personnel was also unco-operative when police arrived. After displaying some unusual behavior, including removing his shirt and lying down on Highway 3, he was pepper sprayed and issued a ticket. •Police are investigating a report of a breach of parole by a person with a no-driving order after a report from Leadville Road. •An Elm Street resident called 911 because she was tired and wanted the people at her house party to leave. •A Cook Street resident reported — two days after the incident — that she had been the victim of an attempted robbery in her home. August 30 •Police received another in a series of complaints about possible elder abuse on Arrow Creek Road. •A transport truck clipped a vehicle and dragged it for about nine metres before it became dislodged at the Kingsgate border crossing. The driver checked through customs, then returned to the scene. •A rock was thrown through a vehicle window on Seventh Avenue North. •Police conducted a well-being check on a 44th Street resident and learned she had already gone to the hospital. •An intoxicated male reported to be at the door of an 11th Avenue North residence was taken to hospital. •An intoxicated American male located in a Canyon Street parking lot was arrested and held in police cells until sober. August 31 •Police were unable to locate the source of a burning plastic smell on Hillside Street. •A Highway 21 South resident complained that a FortisBC employee was trespassing. Police determined he was cutting down branches above a power line. •A complaint about an ongoing problem with ATVs being operated on Highway 3A in Crawford Bay was received. •A Sixth Avenue North mother complained that her kids were given candy by a female neighbor. •A vehicle displaying a for sale sign and parked on Highway 3A near Lakeview-Arrow Creek Road burned. The cause of the fire is unknown. •A vehicle leaking gas was reported on Erickson Road. September 1 •Youths were reported jumping into the Goat River from the bridge on Highway 21. •A case of a dog reported to be barking day and night on Bossio Road was referred to the Regional District of Central Kootenay bylaw department. •Youths who climbed onto the town fire hall roof were warned about the dangerous consequences of their actions.

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Ambassadors visit Creston BC USED OIL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

British Columbia has one of the best oil recovery rates in Canada at 80 per cent; however, every year over 17 million litres of used oil goes unaccounted for. As part of its campaign to promote public awareness and encourage responsible recycling, the BC Used Oil Management Association (BCUOMA), a nonprofit organization, has launched its eighth annual provincewide Summer Ambassadors Tour. This year, Tire Stewardship British Columbia (TSBC) has partnered with BCUOMA in an effort to increase awareness of not just oil and antifreeze, but also tire scraps. In August, a team of ambassadors toured the Okanagan

FOR THE RECORD

The email address for Therapeutic Riding Program director Michelle Whiteaway in the Aug. 29 story, “Fence Messages Raising Therapeutic Riding Funds”, should have been mwhiteaway@hotmail.com.

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and Kootenay region, spending Aug. 12 and 13 visiting facilities across Creston, communicating the important message, “Every drop. Every tread. Every day.” As part of the ambassadors’ efforts, the team is dedicated to educating the public on the

hazards of used oil, antifreeze and tires ending up in landfills, as well as the benefits of recycling and reusing them. The ambassadors’ tour can be tracked on their blog, www. bcusedoil.com, or they can be followed on Twitter @bcusedoil.

Mungall top spender among riding candidates BY GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star

Nelson-Creston New Democrat Michelle Mungall spent about $48,000 on her successful re-election campaign in May’s provincial election, according to financial disclosures released by Elections BC. That was a bit more than runner-up Greg Garbula of the BC Liberals, who spent roughly $44,250. Garbula, however, raised by far the most of any candidate through donations. His $25,000 in contributions included 23 of $250 or more, led by $1,500 from electronics manufacturer Pacific Insight. He also received $1,000 from Jetstream Capital Corp. and several individuals. His total war chest was about $100 more than he actually spent. (The difference between dollars raised by candidates and their overall campaign budgets is accounted for by transfers from their parties.) Mungall's only outside contribution over $250 was $400 from Voytech Computers. She received another $490 in smaller contributions and put up $340 personally. Her total campaign income was $52,500. Sjeng Derkx of the Green Party, who finished third, spent about $17,750 — $5,750 more than his income. He received $350 from David Jackson and $1,375 in smaller donations. Per vote received, Garbula spent $9.67, Mungall $5.85, and Derkx $5.24 In Kootenay West, re-elected New Democrat Katrine Conroy had about $55,000 in expenses while defeated challenger Jim Postnikoff of the Liberals posted a $30,000 tab. Conroy had the biggest budget of any candidate — $67,000 including in-kind donations — but didn’t use it all. In Boundary Similkameen, New Democrat Sam Hancheroff spent nearly $70,000 in his unsuccessful bid, the highest total of any candidate in the three local ridings. Hancheroff also had the most expensive campaign per vote — $9.83 for each of the 7,113 ballots he received. Liberal Linda Larson, who defeated Hancheroff, spent about $61,000. Two candidates in Boundary Similkameen actually had more votes than dollars spent: the Green Party’s John Kwasnica was the choice of 1,602 voters with a $1,300 campaign — which worked out to 83 cents per vote. But the most frugal campaign belonged to independent Doug Pederson in the same riding,

who didn’t spend anything. He still received 375 votes. The totals above include the campaign itself and the 60 days prior as well as other expenses outside those periods.

Monday, September 16, 2013 Refreshments at 6pm AGM at 6:30pm 205 - 7th Avenue North

Creston Curling Centre Annual General Meeting Date: Thursday, September 12, 2013 Time: 7:00pm Place: Creston Curling Lounge (Creston Community Complex)

Looking for six new directors this year! Anyone wanting to be a director contact:

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Creston’s 1st Annual

Health and Wellness Fair

Buttons, Birds, Bowls & Beads Valley Mudders After School Pottery Program

October 26th • 10am - 5pm At the Creston & District Community Complex All ages welcome!

Explore the world of health and wellness by learning new trends, trying diﬀerent activities and getting to know what resources are available for you to develop a healthier lifestyle. There will be demos, workshops, free screenings and you can take part in Sumo Suit Wrestling! We welcome all agencies, organization and/or businesses that are related to the field of health and wellness. If you would like to be a vendor at our event, please contact Andrea Peet at 250-428-7127 or email apeet@rdck.bc.ca to book a booth.

This is an opportunity to learn Raku, the basics of working with clay, and creating pieces of art.

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Youth Ages 12 Years old and up

To have fun learning the art of Raku and the basics of hand building pottery

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Wed Sept 11, 18, 25 Oct 2, 9, 16 3:30 - 5:30pm

October 19: Raku firing day. Lunch provided, families welcome.

A healthy snack will be provided. Instructor Doris Corbeil and other local pottery artists will mentor and teach. These classes are free to youth thanks to a grant from Columbia Basin Trust.

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Connecting past and future

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When throngs of residents and visitors descend upon Creston and District Community Complex this Friday and Saturday they won’t notice that it takes a little miracle of volunteers working behind the scenes to make the event happen. And that’s as they would have it — the show is intended to celebrate our rural and small town roots and the focus is on the displays, events and entertainment. For 95 years, residents of this valley have found value in attending and participating in a fair that really does have something for everyone, young and not so young. It is an important reminder of the role that agriculture continues to play in our daily lives, a chance to get up close and personal with people who grow our food and cook, bake and preserve it. This year there will be even more emphasis on the future of agriculture, as members of various 4-H groups show off their efforts. 4-H is 100 years old this year and the organization continues to help bring youth together, pledging to give head, heart, hands and health to their club, community and world, and to have fun while doing it. It doesn’t take much of an effort to appreciate the wonders of a valley whose climate allows for crops as diverse as grains, grasses, fruit and vegetables. It is part of the reason that our early pioneers chose the area to settle in — abundant fresh water and forests provided immediate sustenance until land could be cleared and put into production. It was no coincidence that families with logging operations also had close ties to agriculture. When we first came to Creston

nearly 35 years ago we rented a house in Erickson, and in that first summer I took great joy in pulling a couple of ripe peaches from a tree in the front yard and heading

the pure energy of the people around us. Angela delved further into needlework and took up weaving — so many locals were around to advise and teach that it just seemed like the natural thing to do. The rhythms of those early years were defined by local events. The Creston Valley Blossom Festival took place each May, and there were actually blooms on the fruit trees at the same time. More than three months Lorne Eckersley later, the fall fair would signal the end of summer and the onset of fall, with shorter days, off to work, where I would eat crisp, clear nights and always the them at my desk. I grew up in the abundance of harvests. Our sons city and it seemed almost magical grew up collecting windfall apples that something that perfect and for juicing and they spent their windelicious could be available at my ters drinking that juice, which we fingertips. learned to freeze in plastic jugs. It When we attended our first was as good warmed up as it was Creston Valley Fall Fair the woncold, and many a mug was sipped der that we were experiencing in front of the woodstove in our log with the bountiful fruit crops house. extended to the diversity of interThis year’s fair, like the 94 that ests we witnessed. From the vast preceded it, is a chance to gather selections of fresh and preserved together as a community, catch up fruits and vegetables to tables sagwith old friends and see what they ging under the weight of baked have been up to in recent months. goods, from roosters crowing to Odds are that they have been cows chewing on hay, from kids’ crafts to fine quilts and woodwork, growing and harvesting and creating, readying their entries for diswe were dazzled by the enthusiplay, taking satisfaction and joy asm local residents had for showfrom living in a place of abuning off their particular passions. dance. And we get to see the We would come to spend our results of the hard work by 4-H summers drying, canning and members, a sure sign that our agrifreezing fruit and our falls making cultural roots remain as strong as gallon after gallon of apple juice. the values that come from raising Family members from Alberta and caring for the animals that will would take great joy in loading eventually feed us. their vehicles with our contribuMany, many thanks to the good tions and we truly felt like we had people who continue to believe that arrived in some sort of heaven on the Creston Valley Fall Fair is worEarth. I would spend hours in my thy of their volunteer efforts. workshop — once the house was Lorne Eckersley is the publisher of built — making woodcrafts and, the Creston Valley Advance. later, stained glass art, inspired by

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Fairs, both fall and wellness

So, what are you doing this Friday and Saturday? Since agriculture plays a pretty big part in our valley, why not come to the Creston and District Community Complex and check out the 95th year of the Creston Valley Fall Fair and the showcasing of some of the finest assortment of flora, fauna and everything in between? Always an inexpensive way to spend a few entertaining hours, as well as visit with everyone you don’t see otherwise in town, the fall fair is not to be missed. Also, as part of the time-worn tradition, it is the time of year Heather and I tell each other excitedly about how we are going to enter our photos, woodwork or wine in next year’s fair and then eleven and a half months later, lament about our ever-busier schedules and missed deadlines, and usually end up sitting in our wooden rockers sipping wine and looking at photographs. While we are on the subject of fairs, mark your calendar for Oct. 26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., when the first annual Health and Wellness Fair takes place at the community

or service that will cause people to say, “Aha,” because you just improved their quality of life. For more info, contact Andrea at 250428-7127 or apeet@rdck.bc.ca. By now you should have received your copy of the fall leisure guide in the mail and as some have the courses have filled up already, make sure you scan through it and get registered in your favourites as soon as possible. One interesting trend we have started to notice Neil Ostafichuk over the past few years is a drift towards a more perbers we see using the pool, fitness sonal experience — for instance, facilities and fitness programs. The our private swim lessons have fair will be a representation of gained in popularity as compared health minded agencies, organiza- to group lessons. Another area of tions and businesses gathered in increase is in personal training, one spot providing information either as a single or partner trainabout their services, products or ing. It seems like people desire health in general. There will be a more one on one attention and are variety of demos, workshops, guest willing to pay a bit more for that speakers and free screenings, so benefit. Either way you like it, we chances are, somewhere in the mix, are all headed the same direction you will get an aha moment that and we’ll do our best to custom fit a will steer you to an even healthier program to your needs where we can. lifestyle. Neil Ostafichuk is the recreation On the flip side, I believe there may still be a few booths available supervisor at the Creston and District for vendors if you have a product Community Complex. complex. What will that look like, you ask? Well, it appears our community has a penchant for being quite health conscious; case in point — look at the large increase in num-

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Creston Valley Advance Thursday, September 5, 2013

Step-by-step guide to new bylaws To the Editor: How to pass a bylaw for beginners: 1. Declare a negative-option vote for a bylaw in mid-summer with no prior notice of the proposal or how taxpayer money will be spent. 2. Those against the proposal have 30 days to gather signatures on petitions. Those in favour, carry on enjoying your summer with no democratic duties required. 3. Twenty days into the process, if it looks like voters don’t like your proposal, call the whole thing off, disregard the signed petitions and the work that went in to them. 4. Call another vote at a time when those pesky voters are asleep or busy eating turkey. Christmas sounds good! Mike Somerville Wynndel

Generosity of locals appreciated To the Editor: A few weeks ago we needed to travel through your area and had the misfortune of having the water pump on the truck go. We were just outside of Yahk on a busy section of highway in an area that had no cellphone service. Thank you to the fellow that stopped to help us. He had experienced the exact same mishap three nights prior and was kind enough to radio his logging buddies who recommended a tow truck company. We also would like to thank the conservation officer who stopped not long after, and would be on the lookout for the tow truck as he

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made his way to Creston. A heartfelt thanks to Earl of Earl’s Towing and his family for their generous help and hospitality in helping us get back on the road. It is truly appreciated and will not be forgotten. If you are ever in our neck of the woods, we would be glad to repay the favour. Please don’t hesitate to call on us! We would also like to thank the elderly gentleman who lived just across from where we broke down. The use of your phone to get in touch with the other party we were travelling with was appreciated. Together, you saved our holiday! It is a great feeling to know there are still kindhearted souls left in the world we live in. Chen and Tracy Morin and family Fort Nelson

Monetary system is fraudulent To the Editor: “It is well enough that people of the nation do not understand our banking and monetary system, for if they did, I believe there would be a revolution before tomorrow morning,” said Henry Ford. My purpose in writing this letter is to spread an understanding of the fraudulent and immoral nature of our current monetary system more widely. The fact that our current monetary system is unsustainable and destined to fail based on simple math should motivate people to educate themselves on the subject, because the consequences will be painful and devastating for our civilization. Fundamentally, however, the issue is a moral one, one of ethics, as well as one of economics. Although people engage in monetary transactions on a daily basis, and spend a considerable percentage of their time devoted to earning and investing their money, most have no understanding of the origin of our cur-

rent “money”, nor are they taught much about it in our public schools. Once one understands the inherent fraudulence of the system and who benefits by it, it would be easy to conclude that this omission is deliberate. The Bible devotes considerable space to the subject (there are over 250 verses on money), and rightfully so, since money is involved in many of our interpersonal interactions and an honest money is essential for a moral society. I would argue that the present debt-based monetary system is the epitome of usury and contravenes all of the Ten Commandments. It infects and corrupts everything it touches. It is responsible for much of the social ills and corruption which plague us, and once one gains an understanding of it, it is impossible not to be outraged. I would also conclude that social justice and peace will not be achieved by democratic means and true freedom is impossible unless the monetary system is reformed. Many words could be used to describe our current money — the words hoax, fraud, illusion, and tool of neo-feudal debt-slavery and control spring to my mind. One thing that it could not be described as is honest weights and measures, which is what Bible-believing Christians should be using in their monetary interactions with their fellow man. How can a system that allows a few the privilege of creating money and manipulating the value of it, thereby cheating others of the fruits of their labour, be honest or moral? The money issue lies at the heart of the so-called global financial crisis, which is far from over, and although we have been fortunate here in Canada to have been spared much of the pain thus far, I would argue that it will be too late for us to address many of the issues if we wait until we personally feel the fallout in our own pocketbooks. It is my hope that this letter will provoke further discussion, research and a debate about alternatives. Some useful Internet links on the subject are www. youtube.com/watch?v=e6LWqgohO4E, www.financialsensearchive.com/fsu/ editorials/2008/0723.html and www.silverstockreport.com/email/commandments.html. Ildiko Rekeszki Canyon

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also find liens and judgments on your credit report, as well as your address and possibly your work history. The accumulation of all of this information is called your credit report. The information on your credit report varies based on your creditors and what they have reported about you. Potential lenders and others, such as employers and cellphone providers, view your credit history as a reflection of your character. Whether we like it or not, our financial habits have a lot to say about the way in which we choose to live our lives. The credit score, or beacon score, is a number that gives mortgage lenders an idea of your lending risk. Credit scores range from 300 to 900; the higher your credit score the better. The mortgage products and interest rate that you will qualify for are often determined by your credit score. Generally speaking, the lowest beacon score that lenders are willing to work with is 600. If your credit score falls below 600, insured financing (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and Genworth, needed for financing properties at higher than 80 per cent loan to value) will generally not consider the application. The average credit bureau

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Creston Rotary Club installs 2013-2014 board BY PETER HEPHER

You could call it changing of the guard, except that the Creston Rotary Club’s board of directors, installed on June 10, was much the same as its predecessor. There were a few new faces in some roles, however. In particular, Scott Veitch took over as president from Don Tarrant, a former president who had been acting as the club’s leader since illness forced Klaus Kunlein to step down soon after his installation a year ago. Before the evening’s official business began, however, members and their guests — some of them arrayed in Greek togas in honor of the event’s suggested theme — enjoyed a delicious, authentic Greek meal and a time of socializing as they inaugurated the new convention room in the Creston Hotel. Then MC Chuck Truscott took over and introduced

Tarrant who, as retiring president, presented the following awards: Rotarian of the year to Sandy Reid, Alan Wilson Award to Ken Gadicke, and Paul Harris Fellowships to Reid, Nicole Nixon and Christine Miller. As he prepared to step down, Tarrant thanked his fellow outgoing directors for their support during the past year and urged the incoming board and the club as a whole to get the word out about Rotary’s principles and activities in the community and around the world. Then it was time for Truscott to begin the installation process by calling the roll of the new board of directors, starting with Veitch and following with Bob Gollan (president-elect), Ken Gadicke (treasurer), Rand Archibald (secretary, succeeded following his passing by Geri Lee), Brenda Silkie (community service), Henry Schoof (club service), Gwen Telling (internation-

al service), Bob Griffith (membership chair and new generation), Klaus Kunlein (vice-president elect), Don Tarrant (past president and Rotary Foundation), Tom Wells (vocational services) and Christine Miller (sergeant-at-arms). Tarrant, in his capacity as district secretary, began the actual installation by “pinning” Veitch, who then pinned the other directors present. Finally, Veitch delivered his installation speech, beginning by thanking all the people who had helped the club and himself in the past and for trusting in and honoring him by choosing him to be club president. His central theme, however, was an enlargement of the one with which Tarrant had passed on the baton earlier in the night’s proceedings. He spoke of the need to increase club membership, to make that membership, individually and collectively, more effective in the sphere of service while at

Maria Casandra Karountzos November 12 1982 ~ July 18, 2013

Maria Casandra Karountzos, of Creston BC, first born daughter of Bonnie and Jim, brought her shining light into the world on November 12 1982, in Creston BC, and was tragically taken on July 18, 2013 near Kelowna, BC. Her big bright eyes earned her the nickname “Peeper”. Maria started her life’s journey on a small farm in Canyon BC, where she developed a love for animals and the beauty of nature, along with her brothers Chris and John, and sister Mimika. She became a jet-setter at age 6, when she and her sister Mimika began their bi-annual trips to Nafplion Greece, where they were immersed in the culture and language of their father’s heritage. At age 13, Maria and her sister Mimika attended public school in Greece, where she learned to read and write Greek, and study the music and culture of the country, thus instilling her love for her Greek Heritage, including the food, music and dance. This is proudly showcased at the Greek Night celebrations the family hosts at Jimmy’s Pub and Grill. Maria loved to dance. At age 5 she became one of the first students of the Lori Kepke School of Highland Dance and continued with Highland Dance studies until age 17. She was a very accomplished student earning dozens of medals in competitions, overall Aggregate awards, and achieving the top recognition of honours in Highland Theory. She also loved tap dancing, jazz, and of course, Greek dancing! Maria’s love of flowers began early in life, when she would scout the woods around the farm, collecting huge bouquets of wild flowers to brighten up her parents’ home. She was affectionately known as their little “Flower”. As she grew up her love of beautiful flowers became ever more apparent and was then nicknamed “The Flower Pot”. Maria’s true passion was being in the gardens, carefully tending to her numerous plants, giving special attention to her favorites; the lilies, orchids and roses. She maintained all the beautiful gardens at the Creston Hotel, and was making plans to open her own flower shop in the Okanagan, where she planned to share her life with her other love, Josh Hoffart.

Maria was a respected and accomplished entrepreneur, and she displayed her talents in the family business she co-owned with her father Jim, brother Chris, and sister Mimika along with their spouses. She was introduced to the business community at a very young age, when she was required to participate in the family businesses. At age 15, when her mother Bonnie (Rob) Geddes re-opened the Tivoli Theatre, Maria stepped right in to help kick off this new venture. She continued to work there for four years, learning all aspects of the business including customer service, projectioning, and staff management. When she was 19, she then joined her father Jim at the Creston Hotel, where she further expanded her business knowledge and skills, and the business was later passed on to Maria and her siblings Chris and Mimika. Maria had a unique was of bringing her positive energy and bright smile to work with her every day, making each client feel individually special. As a skilled baker, Maria made fabulous cakes and desserts she loved to share at the hotel. She shared her love with all who knew her, including the staff she worked with. Her ability to bond with her staff on a personal level developed into deep friendships that carried on beyond the walls of the workplace. She was a true and loyal friend, while still retaining the highest of respect as their employer, and this loyalty was reciprocated by all. Maria’s love for children was unparalleled. She was overjoyed when her youngest sister Destiny (Geddes) was born when Maria was 16 years old. She developed a bond with Destiny, often standing in as her ‘sistermom’. Despite the age difference, the three sisters would special days such as ‘Sister Tuesdays’ and their favourite… triple S; Sister Sleepover Saturday! Family was everything to Maria. It was never more apparent than the excitement she displayed with the births of her niece Soﬁa, and nephews Johnny and Eric. She was a doting Auntie. Maria bestowed her love, kindness and gentle nature upon these young and precious children in her life, and their feelings for her were mutual. You could always count on Maria to care for the kids like they were her own. She was amazing! Maria is survived by her parents Bonnie (Rob) Geddes and Jim (Fotini) Karountzos; brothers Chris (Cori) Karountzos, John Karountzos; sisters Mimika (Paul) Coleman and Destiny Geddes; niece Soﬁa Karountzos; nephews Johnny and Eric Coleman; maternal grandparents Joyce Mehrer and Edwin Mehrer, and over 40 aunts and uncles and numerous cousins, exceeding 100. Maria, our very special “Flower”, was picked by the Angels and will be forever missed, remembered in our hearts, and loved by all who knew her. “And in the end, it is not the years in your life that count, but the life in your years.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

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Members of the Creston Rotary Club's new board of directors pose, mostly in Greek costume, following their installation: (seated) Scott Vietch; (standing, from left) Klaus Kuhnlein, Christine Miller, Bob Griffith, Gwen Telling, Bob Gollan, Brenda Silkie and Don Tarrant.

the same time retaining the element of fun. In that context, he emphasized the need for change, to better live up to Rotary’s motto, “Service above self”. “When we really engage Rotary, that’s when lives change,” he

affirmed. “And at the end of the day, no matter how many lives you reach out to change, the life that you change the most will be your own. That’s what our theme for 2013-2014 is all about: Engage Rotary, change lives.”

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With Our Thanks

The families of Maria Karountzos would like to extend a sincere thank you to all their family and friends who extended their love and shared in our grief during this very difficult time. A very special thank you to those who brought food and flowers and prayers to our homes, and also to the several hundred who joined us as we celebrated the life, and said our goodbyes to our amazing, and beautiful Daughter, Sister, Niece, Auntie and Friend, Maria. Maria touched so many hearts and was so involved in family and community. Words cannot express how much we appreciate the love and support around us displayed by the community at this time, and we see how much you share in our loss of our precious Girl. We would also like to thank Brandy at Imagine Ink – you’re amazing; Overwaitea, Dairy Queen, 12th Ave Hair Design, Morris Flowers, and the several other businesses for your outreach of support. Also, a special thank you to Pastor Harry Haberstock for your words of comfort during our time of need, to Piper Marcus Range, and to Dennis Kemle and Staff at Oliver’s Funeral Chapel. Your compassion and professionalism is unsurpassed and deeply appreciated. The overwhelming support of the community, our friends and family, have helped us to be stronger, and we are ever so grateful to you all. Thank you. And finally, we would like to thank the AMAZING staff at the Tivoli Theatre and the Creston Hotel, as you have supported us immeasurably during this most difficult time. You are truly the “A – Team”!

Bonnie, Rob and Destiny Jim and Fotini Chris and Cori Mimika and Paul

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