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Friday, January 31 • 2014
Vol. 6 • Issue 62
Concert pianist comes to Capitol Page 13
Legendary folk singer had Kootenay ties Page 2 Family joins Legacy X project
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A Nelson family wants the community to join them in a fight against bullying as they help create the world’s largest anti-bullying sign. Shauntelle Carbery and her two sons Jacob, 16, and Joshua, 11, are volunteers for an organization called Legacy X. Their friend Justin Spencer, from Las Vegas’ famed Recycled Percussion and the Legacy X team, is leading the charge to build a sign, a large red X, in the middle of the Nevada desert. It’s a huge statement against something that’s become a huge problem, says Carbery. “Bullying unfortunately is turning into an epidemic,” she says. “It not only happens in schools, bullying affects everyone and it so important to take action, offer support to each other and show we will not tolerate this anymore.” Society has woken up to the issue of bullying and later this month marks the seventh annual AntiBulling or Pink Shirt Day. On this day, people wear pink to symbolize a stand against bullying. Schools, businesses and other work places participate, some holding abolish bullying rallies on that day. Carbery would love to see people in Nelson come on board with this further fight as her family stands against bullying. Their family has a history of volunteerism and fundraising. When Jacob was 9-years-old he appeared on the Ellen Degeneres show for raising over $21,000 for the SPCA. “I’ve taught my kids that it’s very important to give back,” says Carbery. What Spencer is doing with his fame resonates with the Carberys. He created Legacy X with the hopes of inspiring communities to protect each other and find purpose. “Everyone has experienced some kind of bullying in their life and it has shaped or formed who they are moving forward,” he says in the video bullying in the desert. “I thought what if we could do something so big, so inspirational and so moving that the entire country, maybe even world couldn’t help notice.” Spencer hopes each leg of the red X will be as big
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Keep your eyes on the puck Nick Trefry of the Nelson Leafs and Tyler Bryant of the Castlegar Rebels both keep a close eye on a rolling puck during KIJHL action on Wednesday night. The Leafs had a 3-0 lead in the game, but eventually lost the game 6-5 in double overtime. The Leafs will now battle Fernie on Saturday night at the Nelson and District Community Complex. For more on the game, see page 21.
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Pete Seeger, then 88, photographed at the Clearwater Festival in 2007.
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Legendary folk singer passes away on Monday
Pete Seeger’s Kootenay ties
GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
Legendary American folk singer Pete Seeger, who died Monday at 94, had several West Kootenay connections. While it’s unclear if the guitar and banjopicking social activist ever actually visited this area, a persistent rumour has him performing at some sort of labour benefit in Trail in the 1940s. One woman claimed to have recorded the concert, but the tape has not been unearthed. Seeger did record a 1962 song by Malvina Reynolds called Do as the Doukhobors Do, although it went unreleased until a 2000 boxset called The Best of Broadside. In the 1950s, he belonged to a popular New York folk quartet called The Weavers. One of his bandmates, Ronnie Gilbert, lived in the Slocan Valley in the 1970s and ‘80s, where she was a founding member of Theatre Energy. (She returned to the area in 2006 for the Our Way Home reunion in Brilliant.) Seeger was also friends with the Bockners of Argenta. “My Dad went to the University of Toronto
and saw Seeger in a concert there around 1947 and just loved him,” Rick Bockner recalls from his home on Cortes Island, where he is a musician and woodworker. “Their politics were very similar.” Rick’s parents, Lou and Phyllis, were Canadians but lived in St. Louis, where Lou was a social worker. He ran a children’s summer camp in the Ozarks that used Seeger’s music and helped organize concerts while Seeger was blacklisted during the McCarthy era. Seeger became part of the Bockner home whenever he passed through St. Louis and was one of Rick’s first musical influences, providing him with his first informal guitar lessons at age five. Later, when Rick wanted to buy a 12-string guitar, Seeger gave him advice. “We grew up on his music,” Rick says. “He was a huge influence on our household.” Rick’s sister Deb, who lives in Argenta, recalls Seeger “laying down for a nap in the back bedroom before a concert. We put on a record of his. I remember him coming out very angry because we were playing a record he didn’t like!” Younger brother Peter, who lives in Nelson,
was named after Seeger. Lou Bockner died when his children were young, but the family stayed in touch with Seeger, who Rick last saw in an elevator in 1992. “I had a chance to tell him how much he meant to me musically and he asked how my mom was doing — she kept in touch with him too, and we’d get a card every year. He was quiet for a minute and said ‘Seems like another lifetime.’ For both of us, it had been a long time.” (Bockner’s mother was better known in Argenta as Phyllis Margolin, a noted painter.) Bockner, who lived in this area off and on between 1961 and 1982, is planning a tribute show to Seeger on Cortes Island’s community radio station. He said Seeger had his finger on every social movement in North America since the 1930s, from civil rights to environmentalism. “For every major political downer of the last 50 years, there’s been a Pete Seeger song to address it. I’m very grateful to him. He was a real mentor of mine.”
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Personal messages collected
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as a football field consisting of personal anti-bullying messages, taken from people all over the world. “This project is so big we invite anyone from anywhere to participate in this incredible movement,” says Spencer via his Twitter feed. “This will make a global impact, will be filmed and shared across the wavelengths all over the world.” To participate, hand write, colour or computer generate a personal message on a red 8.5 by 11 piece of paper with your first name and location. The X will be built the last week of March to be unveiled March 22. The project will be filmed, from the ground and by air, with students standing on the red papers saying some of their heartfelt messages. It is hoped that Guinness World Records will call it a world record setting event. Carbery wants to make participation as easy as possible and will help out with providing red paper and will accept emailed messages that she will print out on people’s behalf. “We can arrange to pick up the letters so we can send them all down to Las Vegas in one big box,” she says. “We want Canada, especially Nelson, to be well represented in this worthy cause.” Carbery says this project is dear to her as both her sons have experienced bullying with her youngest currently taking a stand as he struggles with it. “I want to show him people can make a difference,” she says. “And my boys are more than happy to help out with this.” For more information on how to participate, contact Carbery by email at joshjake@live.ca. The messages can Nelson’s Joshua (left) and Jacob Carbery are working with the Legacy X team to also be emailed directly to Spencer in Las Vegas at bullyx@ stamp out bullying with a campaign that will put its mark on the Nevada desert. legacyx.com Submitted photo
Wear pink to stand against bullying
Everyone is encouraged to wear pink on February 26 to symbolize that, as a society, we will not tolerate bullying — anywhere! Bullying is not just a problem in schools, but in workplaces as well. The public is encouraged to
wear pink on February 26 to help bring awareness to the issue of bullying and give support to those who have found themselves the victim of bullying — now, or at anytime in their lives. Annie’s Boutique will once again be donating pink t-shirts to local schools thanks to many
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T-Shirts are also available for the general public at Annie’s Boutique for $10 each. All money raised from the sale of the official t-shirts goes right back into more free t-shirts for area schools. Visit www. PinkTShirtDay.ca for more details.
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How the directors saw it parking would be a nightmare, etc. I feel that the RDCK has made the most cost effective decision.
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Following the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s decision to reject the City of Nelson’s offer to share office space in the White Building we heard from Nelson’s mayor and alternate director plus RDCK chair John Kettle. But the Star wanted to know why 18 other directors voted against the idea, so on Monday morning we polled them by email. Only six responded by Thursday’s deadline, while a seventh, Silverton director Leah Main, respectfully declined comment. These are their verbatim replies. JIMMIE HOLLAND, Village of Kaslo RDCK staff and independent consultants agree that the current location is adequate for the foreseeable future.
RON TOYOTA, Town of Creston My vote was based on recognizing that a solution to improve the present working environment for staff, within the space improvement plan for our current location, would result in better efficiency and improved working conditions, at least in the short term. TOYOTA As part of the plan, new office furniture and equipment represent the majority of costs; these items could be relocated should a longer term solution (a move) require it. It was explained that the proposal to relocate would continue to be worked on, as well as other possible long term solutions being considered. A relocation is a serious undertaking for a local government — timing of such an event is key in effectively managing continued service delivery.
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KAREN HAMLING, Village of Nakusp I think that working out of the same building is a good idea. However, I feel that there are too many unknowns and we need to do more due diligence. There is still a lot of clarification needed before we jump into a change. I think that HAMLING we should look at the space solutions offered to us at the current office and see how that works.
ANDY SHADRACK, Rural Kaslo I have been a fiscal conservative most of my adult political life. The RDCK board has been looking at this issue for three years and prior to November had voted to stay in the current building by reconfiguring the office and changing out office furniture from a SHADRACK bygone era. I was not present when the board voted to consider Nelson’s proposal in November, but can tell you that the operation and maintenance costs alone would have gone up by 76 per cent from $50,000 a year to $88,000 if we moved from 202 Lakeside Drive to the White Building. On balance after reviewing the pros and cons, and noting there was no space requirement need to move from 202 Lakeside Drive, I voted stay where we were because that made the most fiscal sense.
ANN HENDERSON, Village of Salmo I felt that the White Building proposal was very premature. The RDCK had not made a decision yet as to what they were going to do. I will probably just echo what other directors are saying in that it was going to be very costly to move, HENDERSON on whether Jumbo theABCdecision government acted when apdecision appropriately proving the Jumbo Glamonths cier Resort will likely take months. The trial part of 2.833 x 3 away Blackpress the judicial review put
forth by the Ktunaxa Nation Council wrapped up last month. Kathryn Teneese, chair of the Ktunaxa Nation Council, said they are now awaiting a decision on the
HANS CUNNINGHAM, Rural Salmo My reasons for not voting for the White Building and instead for staying in the present building are as follows: 1. Cost. When analyzed, it would cost us more to move than stay. Possible benefits do not outweigh increased costs. Also, we already have high speed fibre, and do not need to spend money wiring in workstations. Many of CUNNINGHAM the suggested benefits are dubious. 2. Efficiency. I remember the days when we were in the old RDCK building on Vernon Street on two, and later three floors. Communication between departments was difficult with visitors and staff running between floors to communicate. A single floor layout such as we now have is far superior. 3. Parking. We now have free parking for staff, directors and visitors close to our building. In the proposed layout, we would either have to buy staff parking places or rent them. Visitors would have to pay to park. Also, we now already have secured parking for our RDCK vehicles. 4. Fairness. If a decision to relocate had been made, we should do what we did last time, and invite all interested parties to come forward with proposals, so comparisons could be done, and the best deal chosen. Aside from this, has the city tried offering space to the federal government? The space the federal government now occupies in the mall cannot be cheap. Why are they not in the white building? Declined comment: Leah Main, Silverton. No reply by deadline: Larry Binks, rural Creston; Ann Bunka, Village of New Denver; Lawrence Chernoff, City of Castlegar; Andy Davidoff, Rural Castlegar; Ramona Faust, Rural Nelson; Garry Jackman, East Shore; Ron Mickel, Rural Nelson; Paul Peterson, Arrow Lakes; Walter Popoff, Slocan Valley; Gord Zaitsoff, Rural Castlegar.
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Editorial
Editor: Kevin Mills Publisher: Karen Bennett
QUESTION
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OF THE WEEK Have you ever been the victim of a bully?
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They should contact Majestic Pools and Waterscapes for the concrete work. They have created many projects that look amazing. Nelson is beautiful but could use some newly designed fresh buildings. Just my opinion. I think it looks very inviting. Gm Paton
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Looks expensive and, in my opinion, elitist. Seanna Cameron
LAST WEEK, WE ASKED:
Should the City of Nelson create more smoke-free zones in public areas?
I like it! And, maybe it’s going to cost more than the trailer on the north shore, or the tiny bungalow uphill, but there are places to buy in Nelson that are affordable for people. Sorry, but you can’t have everything... you might have to “settle” for something less than your dream especially at first. I think this looks lovely. Lisa Backus
You responded:
YES: 73 % NO: 27 %
Such an improvement to the current industrial eye sore. Revitalizing and new. Dave Barnhart
The World View - Gwynne Dyer
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Greenland’s race for modernity
reenland has the highest suicide rate in the world: one in five Greenlanders tries to commit suicide at some point in their lives. Everybody in Greenland (all 56,000 of them) knows this. In fact, everybody knows quite a few people who have tried to commit suicide, and one or two who succeeded. So is it really a good idea to subject this population to an experiment in high-speed cultural and economic change? Greenland is not fully independent: Denmark still controls its defence and foreign affairs, and subsidises the population at the annual rate of about $10,000 per person. But Greenlanders are one of the few aboriginal societies on the planet that is dominant (almost 90 per cent of the population) on a large territory: the world’s biggest island. And it is heading for independence. So the debate in this soon-to-be country is about what to aim for. Do you go on trying to preserve what is left of the old Arctic hunting and fishing culture, although it’s already so damaged and discouraged that it has the highest suicide rate on the planet? Or do you put the pedal to the metal and seek salvation in full modernisation through high-speed economic growth (while keeping your language and what you can of your culture)?
What’s remarkable about Greenlandic politics is how aware the players are of their dilemma and their options. “If you want to become rich, it comes at a price,” says Aqqaluk Lynge, one of the founders of the Inuit Ataqatigiit (Community of the People) party that ran the government until recently. Lynge doesn’t want to pay that price, and under the Inuit Ataqatigiit administration all mining was banned in Greenland. Quite apart from the environmental costs of largescale mining operations, Lynge said, the many thousands of foreign workers they would bring in would have a devastating impact on what is already a very fragile Greenlandic culture. But the Siumut (Forward) party won last October’s election, and new Prime Minister Aleqa Hammond sees things very differently. Essentially, she thinks modernisation has gone too far to turn back now. Better to gamble on solving the current huge social problems (like suicide) by enabling everybody to live fully modern, prosperous lives. If you’re no longer marginalised and poverty-stricken, you’ll feel better about yourself. With this in mind, she has issued more than 120 licences for mining and petrochemical projects including a huge open-cast ironore mine that would ship 15 million tonnes of
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high-grade iron concentrate a year (mostly to China), drilling platforms for offshore oil and gas exploration, and even mines to produce uranium and rare earths. She has made her choice, and she understands it. In a recent interview with The Guardian while she was visiting Norway, Aleqa Hammond said: “The shock will be profound. But we have faced colonization, epidemics and modernisation before. The decisions we are making (to open the country up to mining and oil exploitation) will have enormous impact on lifestyles and our indigenous culture. But we always come out on top. We are vulnerable, but we know how to adapt.” Brave words, but few Greenlanders have the technical and managerial skills to get senior jobs in these high-risk, high-cost enterprises ($2.5 billion for the iron ore mine alone), and most of them will not want the hard, dirty, dangerous jobs of the workers in the mines and on the rigs. If all goes well, they will no longer depend on the Danish subsidies that currently keep their society afloat, but they will just be shifting to a different source of subsidies. To the extent that a sense of cultural marginalization and defeat, and a life without meaningful work, is responsible for the Greenlanders’ problems, it’s hard to see how
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more money from a different source will help. Or how adding a few tens of thousands of foreign workers from places like China to the social mix will help, either. The epidemic of depression and other psychological illnesses, the rampant alcoholism and drug use, and the tidal wave of suicides that plague the Greenlanders are not unique: almost all the aboriginal peoples of North America, and indeed elsewhere too, have elevated levels of these afflictions. In Canada, for example, the general population experiences a 12 per 100,000 rate of suicides, while aboriginal people in general have double that rate. But the suicide rate among Inuit people in Canada is 10 times as high as it is among the general population – and among Inuit children and teens it is a staggering 30 times as high. Aleqa Hammond is damned if she does and damned if she doesn’t: leaving the people in their current predicament is not a good choice, but going flat out for modernisation doesn’t feel like such a good option either. It would be a good time to call in the cultural engineers, if such a profession existed. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Youth Change Exchange is hosting a public engagement event at the Nelson United Church on Saturday, February 1 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. The group works to eradicate youth violence through the arts and education. For more info call Thabi at 250-777-2463 or see youthchangeexchange.ca. Trans Connect is hosting an “all bodies” swim at the Nelson aquatic centre on Saturday, February 1 from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.. This is a free swim for trans*, gender-queers, LGBT, people of colour, fatties, fur, people with mobility aids or who are inked or pieced — this is a party to celebrate all bodies. Children and youth are also welcome. For info call 250-3545362. Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society is encouraging families to ski the Slocan Valley Rail Trail on Sunday, February 2 from noon to 2 p.m. There will be a bonfire, hot chocolate and hot dogs at Winlaw Station (located on Winlaw Bridge Road) to warm you up after your afternoon on the trail. For more info phone 1-888683-SVRT or visit slocanvalleyrailtrail.ca. Nelson Nordic Ski club hosts the Kootenay Cup Race No. 5 on Sunday, February 2. This is a fun-filled race for all ages, with a mass start and free technique. Spectators welcome. Details at nelsonnordicski.ca. All seniors welcome to the monthly meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, at 717 Vernon Street. Meeting commences at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 5. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. Activities enjoyed at the centre include bridge, crib, dominos, chess, euchre and snooker. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons. Nelson Public Library’s next Wild and Wacky Wednesday is February 5 at 3:30 p.m. For ages 12 and up. Make wild and wacky things with duct tape. For more information contact Joanne at 250-505-5683 or jharris@ nelson.ca. Prizes, snacks and fun. Nelson Baseball Association hosts its AGM and Awards night on Wednesday, February 5 at 6 p.m. at the Nelson and District Credit Union meeting room. Everyone is welcome.
Nelson and District Hospice Society is offering a free, four-week grief support group beginning on Wednesday, February 5 from 6:60 to 8:30 p.m.. Hosted by trained Nelson Hospice volunteers, topics will include: the needs of a mourner; why grieving is different for everyone; common myths about the grieving process; resources and tools for finding hope and healing our hearts. There will be time for group discussion and sharing at your own comfort level, as well as a gentle healing exploration into areas such as: art therapy, journaling, walking and meditation. Registration is required. Call Jane at 250-352-2337. Community First Health Co-op is pleased to support an education session by Julie Leffelaar on “Driving and Dementia.” Join us on Thursday, February 6 from noon to 1 p.m. for a free presentation at 518 Lake Street. This is part of an ongoing series presented by Alzheimer BC. Interested in supporting Nelson’s downtown vitality? Join the Nelson Business Association every Thursday at 8 a.m. at the Kootenay Co-op meeting room above Hipperson’s Hardware. The next meeting is Thursday, February 6. Nelson Global Awareness network is hosting a public reception for international development week on Friday, February 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Kutenai Art Therapy Institute (191 Baker Street, second floor). There will be global finger foods, community art making and clean water project information tables. Details at nelsonglobalawareness.net.
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The 2014 BC Family Day Fishing Derby on Kootenay lake goes February 8, 9, and 10. This is the largest freshwater fishing derby in Western Canada, with 600 participants, plus officials and staff. The event is sold out. Local MP Alex Atamanenko, is sponsoring a public tax information session for Canadians considered to be “US persons.” A panel of immigration and cross-border tax experts will address issues related to US tax and the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act on Tuesday, February 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Conference Centre (1810-8th Avenue, Castlegar). This is a free session. The Nelson Chapter of the Kootenay Lake Hospital Auxiliary is holding its annual Valentine Bake Sale on Friday, February 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You won’t want to miss it, a great opportunity to buy home baking for your Valentine. All proceeds to the Kootenay Lake Hospital. West Kootenay ostomy support group meets on Monday, February 17 at 2 p.m. in the Kiro Wellness Center in Trail. The guest speaker is registered dental hygienist Denise Pawlyshyn, For more info, please call 250368-9827 or 250-365-6276.
Over the course of two Saturdays, award winning medical illustrator Ryan Kissinger will share his very specialized knowledge, and its application, of the wider world of drawing and comic book illustration. At the end of the first day each student will have created a finalized drawing based on observations of a live model. During the second week, the drawing will be converted to pen and ink. All skill levels are welcome. Classes are at the Old Church Hall (602 Kootenay Street) on February 1 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fee is $80, which includes materials. For info email Della at delmacloud@netidea.com. Fundamental Forms of Modern Dance for adults with Lynn (Frederick) Dragone at the Moving Centre (533A Baker Street) runs for eight weeks beginning Wednesday, February 5. Experienced dancers meet 1 to 3 p.m. and the beginner class is 6 to 8 p.m. The fee is $140. For more info call Lynn at 250-352-1964 or email deerdragon55@gmail.com. ANNOUNCEMENT Nelson Reads is inviting residents to nominate their favourite books in the categories of children’s, young adult, adult fiction and adult non-fiction. Everyone who nominates a book will be entered in a draw to win a bag of new books from local sponsors. The nomination form is printed in today’s Nelson Star (page 24). Nelson Youth Soccer registration is now open for hour and rep leagues. The fee is $155 and early bird discounts are available. Coaches are also needed. Visit nys.ca for details.
The Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society invites members and community partners to their 2014 Annual General Meeting, on February 18 at 1 p.m. at 719 Vernon Street in the Old Civic Centre building. Included will be 2013 reports from SEEDS, Nelson and Area Elder Abuse Prevention Program and the Community First Health Co-op.
Nelson Grans for Grans host their annual children’s craft afternoon, for ages three to 12 and their parents, on Saturday, February 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson United Church Hall. There will be storytelling, cupcake walk, face painting, crafts and snacks for all to enjoy. Admission by donation.
Alcoholics Anonymous holds 14 one-hour meetings weekly in Nelson, at 717A Vernon Street (in the Cellar downstairs), including early morning, noon hour, and evening meetings on specific days. For a schedule please call 250-352-3391 or pick up a complete meeting list at the Cellar during meeting times.
Nelson Knights of Columbus is accepting nominations for its 2013 Citizen of the Year. Nomination forms are available at City Hall, the Chamber of Commerce and Baker Street Menswear. Nomination criteria is outlined on the form. The deadline to return your form is February 28 at 4 p.m. For info call Bob Tremblay, 250-825-9204.
Salmo and District Art Council hosts the second annual We Heart Art Show and Sale on Saturday, February 8 at 3 p.m. at the Salmo and District Public Library (104-6th Street).
Al-anon meetings are held Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon Street, and on Fridays from 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street in the basement. For more information about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333.
Nelson Grans to Grans member Sharon Henderson will travel to sub-Saharan Africa in March to take part in an educational trip organized by the Stephen Lewis Foundation. You can support Sharon and the work of the Grans to Grans by donating Aeroplan points for her trip. Details at tinyurl.com/grans2014.
Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society is a seniors’ one-stop centre for free information and on community and services. It also offers affordable help with household tasks. The office is open Monday to Thursday from 10 to 2 p.m. at 719 Vernon Street. Available on Tuesdays from 10 to noon are seniors’ counselling and free income tax service. On Wednesdays from noon to 2 p.m. learn about elder abuse prevention. Call 250352-6008 for more information.
Nelson Rotary Club is seeking applications from Grade 11 or 12 students who wish to attend the Adventure in Forestry and Environmental Studies program, from May 7 to 11 in Prince George. Participants work side by side with mill staff, tree planters, nursery staff and forest fire personnel, participate in a variety of tours. Applicants will be asked to write a short essay on emerging trends in forestry. Travel arrangements and expenses are provided by the Nelson Rotary Club. For more information contact Chris Fairbank at 250-352-5371 (Monday to Friday).
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Hall (602 Silica Street) he will present pictures and stories about Palestine and Israel. Attendees will share a simple potluck supper at 5 p.m. The second part will start at 6 p.m. and will be stories and pictures from Nepal and the Everest Base Camp Trek. All are welcome.
The Nelson-West Kootenay Chapter of the Council of Canadians will be holding its monthly meeting on Saturday, February 8 at 10:30 a.m. at the Labour Exchange building at 101 Baker Street (next to the Best Western). For information phone 250-352-5274. All are welcome.
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Instructor: Erica Konrad 1 class: February 23 10am - 3.30 pm Sunday
The Nelson-based international charity The Latitude Project is throwing a party on Saturday, February 8 to raise money for an education reform program in rural Nicaragua. The theme is “Class from the Past” and attendees are encouraged to dress up retro glam for a night of drinks and dancing at Nelson Primal Fit (111 McDonald Street) from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tickets are $15, available at John Ward Fine Coffee or online at thelatitudeproject.com. For more info email info@ thelatitudeproject.com. David Boyd, minister of Nelson United Church, will share stories and pictures from his sabbatical journey. On Sunday, February 9, starting at 3:30 p.m. in Nelson United Church
WORKSHOPS Peter Clement and Kristina Burkhardt are leading a series of swing dancing classes at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill beginning February 2. Space is limited. To register call Peter at 250-551-0333.
Space is still available for the International Development Symposium for Youth in Nelson on February 7. Grades 9 to 12 can apply online at nelsonglobalawareness.net. Entry is $15. Come and join this dynamic event and meet other youth who want to make a better world. For info call George, 250-352-7600.
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his award recognize businesses and business leaders in Nelson and Area that have achieved excellence in the community through their efforts and initiatives. The recipients are business people that display a sustained commitment to positive business development, economic growth, as well as community support initiatives. Judges for the NDCC Business Excellence Awards are established or former established members of the business community who will not benefit in any manner based on who is selected. Identities of the judges will be kept confidential. Voting will take place through promotional inserts in the Nelson Star as well as through the Chamber of Commerce membership, and online at Discover Nelson. Winners will be invited to, and announced at the NDCC Annual General Meeting Thursday, March 27, 2014. To be held at the New Grand Hotel in Nelson.
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The business stands out among peers in the business community as a lead ing organization both in its approach to business and in service to the community. The businesses should demonstrate true business excellence in overall operations, including customer service, employee relations, marketing, innovation, innovation and community contribution.
All hospitality tourism businesses or organizations within the NDCC catchment area are eligible. This business has consistently delivered a top quality product or service that has enhanced the tourism or hospitality sector in Nelson and area. May promote or host an event that encourages visitors to use Nelson and area as a destination. • Must have been in operation at least two years • Ex: Festival, Accommodator, Hospitality-Tourism Stakeholder
The BUSINESS OF THE YEAR should have demonstrated a high level of success through: • Customer service • Growth and profitability • Sales and marketing • Strategic and tactical planning • Employee satisfaction • Community supporter
Professional Service Excellence Award A Nelson and Area business that provides services to its clients. The recipient demonstrates a consistent adherence to the highest quality service and support for their clients • Must have been in business at least two years • Must demonstrate an exemplary level of professional service • Must demonstrate a strong and consistent client base • Ex: lawyers, doctors, dentists, Realtors, business consultants, hairdressers etc.
Retailer Excellence Award A Nelson and Area business that is proactive to market trends. Carries a variety of products, and is willing to stand behind those products. The business will have established a strong relationship with its customers and staff, and provides exceptional customer service. • Must have been in business for at least two years • Must demonstrate a passion for their business
Nomination forms can be dropped off at the Nelson Star 514 Hall St. Nelson or the NDCC office at 225 Hall Street. For more information call 250-352-3433.
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Former SS Moyie curator passes Greg Nesteroff Nelson Star Staff
June Griswold, former curator of the SS Moyie and longtime secretary of the Kootenay Lake Historical Society, has died at 87. The historic ship played a key role when she and husband Harry decided to settle near Kaslo. In 1968, having built their log house, outbuildings, and established their gardens, they joined the historical society. Harry was maintenance chair of the ship for many years, while June was secretary from 1972-89 and curator from 1982. During this period the ship’s designation as a National Historic Site was affirmed with a plaque and the book Pioneer Families of Kaslo was published. June was also convenor of annual fundraising teas on the ship from 1973-89 which commemorated groups including Kaslo pioneers, former crew members, veterans, and former May queens. In 1987 she, with many others, was part of the SOS campaign which raised June Griswold (left) is seen delivering lost artwork to Kootenay Lake Historical Society archivist $75,000 locally for the ship, encouraging Elizabeth Scarlett in 2011. Submitted photo the provincial and federal governments lia and Nola, instilling practical skills. Arm. to provide matching funds. Griswold died on December 10 in This allowed the society to stabi- Farming, horse logging, gardening, and lize, preserve and begin restoration of tending livestock were a daily part of life. Salmon Arm. She is survived by her In 1990 June and Harry moved to the daughters and several grandchildren the ship, which was launched in 1898. Shuswap to be closer to and great grandchildren. Throughout, June wrote “June always put others before hertheir daughters. regular articles to docuJune quickly got in- self,” said Elizabeth Scarlett of the Kooment the society’s activivolved in local organi- tenay Lake Historical Society. “She loved ties. zations reflecting her people of all ages and had many friends June Stacel was born interests in local history locally and internationally. Her passing in 1926 in Coeur d’Alene, and food production has left a large hole in the lives of all Idaho to parents in including the local seed those she touched with her gentle perthe logging industry and moved with them Elizabeth Scarlett savers group and Salmon sistent ways, bright blue eyes and keen Arm Community Band. mind.” throughout Idaho, WashA celebration of her life will be held Her efforts were recington and Oregon. In Oregon she met Harry Griswold, a ognized in 2010 when she received the in Enderby on May 17. In lieu of flowyoung logger, and they married in 1952. Kay Braby Community Spirit Award at ers, the family asks for donations to the They homesteaded near Kaslo for 37 the Women of the Year event staged SS Moyie, Haney Heritage Museum, or years, where they raised daughters Ju- by the Women in Business of Salmon Enderby Museum.
“June always put others before herself.”
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Canada’s first cat ski operation changes hands
Under new management SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
The former owners of Reo’s Video have taken over a small cat ski operation in Meadow Creek. Nelson’s Paul and Megan Osak — along with their longtime friends Janie Rich and Scott Munro, a couple from Basalt, Colorado — acquired Selkirk Wilderness Skiing from Brenda Drury who started the business with her late husband, Allan, 39 years ago. Drury, 65, began the search for potential buyers two years ago, without much concern for how long the process might take. Though people warned her against being too picky, Drury didn’t want to let go of the company until she found the right team to take over. “I was looking for good stewards of my beloved business,” she said. “I really wanted Selkirk to continue as a family owned and operated business to carry forward the values and culture it was built on.” The Drurys were pioneers of the snowcat skiing industry. When Selkirk Wilderness Skiing opened in 1975, it was the only cat skiing operation in Canada. There are guests that
came up that first winter and have skied there every year since and many others that have been coming regularly for 10 or 25 years, according to Brenda. With only one lodge, Selkirk never has more than 24 skiers there sharing a week long powder vacations, which means everyone really gets to know each other. “It’s like having your family come home for Christmas,” she said of the bond she’s developed with the loyal
visitors and staff over the years. Though the Osaks are avid skiers and had enjoyed visits to some of the other cat ski operations in the area, they didn’t discover Selkirk Wilderness Skiing until they were in the process of selling their previous business. “We had Reo’s listed on the Invest Kootenay website, and we were on there checking for our ad when we saw the listing for Selkirk Wilderness Skiing,” Paul explained.
Liam Osak, the son of new owners Paul and Megan, takes a quick run down the slopes. Steve Shannon photo
Initially they tucked the idea away, but once they handed over the keys for Reo’s and started looking for a new opportunity, Paul said, they kept coming back to the idea of running the cat ski businesses. “I seen the joy on the faces of my friend’s from Ontario when they’ve come skiing with me in Kootenay powder for the first time, and that’s a big part of what drew me to this business — the chance to see people having a really good time,” he said. Paul and his team officially took over Selkirk in early December and were glad to have all of last year’s staff back for another almost-fullybooked season. In future years, the new owners plan to expand the lodge to accommodate more guests. And they’ll need to replace the snowcat fleet. But Paul said what’s more important is what they’re not changing: the homey feel that makes Selkirk unique. “Everyone is like family here, and that’s something we never want to change,” he said. For more information about Selkirk Wilderness Skiing, see selkirkwilderness.com.
Paul and Megan Osak (left) and Janie Rich and Scott Munro are the new owners of Steve Shannon photo Selkirk Wilderness Skiing.
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WHO WILL BE NELSON’S 2013 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR? The Nelson Knights of Columbus are seeking nominations to recognize an individual who has made the greatest contribution through volunteerism. Nomination forms and cover letter are available at Nelson City Hall, Chamber of Commerce and Baker Street Mens Wear Nominations close at 4:00 p.m. February 28, 2014
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‘If you eat, you should attend’
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Standing up for the ALR KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND Nelson Star Reporter
It may seem like a complicated matter of commissions, legislation and zoning but simply put, “if you eat, you should attend,” said one person who’s concerned about the future of the Agriculture Land Reserve. Locals are organizing a town hall meeting and rally with hopes of generating support for the future of farmland, as talks about the future of the ALR are grim. Last fall, reports outlined government threats to the ALR and the Commission. Abra Brynne, a Nelson food activist said any changes to such an important piece of protective legislation would be against a long-term vision that had public good in mind. Pressure to use farmland for purposes other than growing food are harder to resist without a mandate that keeps “higher goals in mind.” “Economic and political pressures will keep diminishing it and it’s finite so every little bit lost, it’s really hard to return it,” she said. When it comes to food security, BC already has a “startlingly small” land base suitable for agriculture with which it can work, explained Brynne.
“It’s only five per cent of our land base,” she said. “As much as we’ve entered this global supply chain, I think everyone is recognizing those chains are very vulnerable… When we don’t safeguard what little land base we have here for agriculture, I think we’re seriously compromising not only this generation’s food security but that of the future.” Upon instruction by Premier Christy Clark, Minister Bill Bennett is leading a core review to find savings and he has said that some “sacrosanct things” are on the table. His recommendations will be submitted to cabinet by the end of March. Brynne grew up on an Okanagan farm during the time the ALR was enacted; she co-chairs BC Food Systems Network and is also current president of the Kootenay Coop board. Brynne is worried this review is happening without due process and public consultation. The Nelson rally is being held at the Nelson United Church from 7 to 9 p.m. on February 7. During the first hour Brynne will moderate a panel — including Thomas Loo, who worked as an enforcement officer for the ALC, Nadine Ben-Rabha with Kootenay Meadows organic farm and former
Nelson-Creston MLA Corky Evans — who will share information on the complex matter with attendees. Last fall, Evans shared his thoughts on the ALR, which marks its 40th birthday this month (February). The once Minister of Agriculture says British Columbians owe a debt of gratitude to those who saw fit to protect disappearing agricultural land saying they had “guts” and “foresight.” “Although the Land Reserve may have been visionary and, therefore, hard for some people to accept way back in 1973, I think its time may have finally come,” wrote Evans in a piece he shared online. “Everywhere I go people are beginning to talk about food and the quality of food and where it comes from and how it is produced.” He is concerned that the days of the family farm are numbered if the ALR isn’t valued over development. “Let’s choose to speak,” he wrote. “Loud and from everywhere, with no urban/rural difference, in support of the Agricultural Land Reserve and in support of the producers who work that land.” For more information on the event, contact Abra Brynne at 250-352-5342 or email abrabrynne@gmail.com.
Nelson skier Zaitsoff won’t go to Sochi KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND Nelson Star Reporter
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Nelson’s Olympic hopeful Sasha Zaitsoff won’t be headed to Sochi next month. When the final athletes were named to the Olympic team earlier this week, Zaitsoff wasn’t among the group. “It is really disappointing that I will not get to go since it is something that I have worked towards for many years,” he told the Star. “Everybody had a fair chance to make it to the team, and the way
the selection process worked my results just weren’t good enough. I’m happy for the guys that will be going, they skied well and deserve to be there.” Zaitsoff ’s season continues with him leaving Europe Thursday for Stowe, Vermont where he will compete in the next North American Cup races. “Since I am not attending the Olympics my plan is to race in the rest of the NorAm races this season and secure a top two in the overall rankings,” he said.
You CAN get there from here. Put THIS on your bucket list It’s the Year of the Horse, so what better for your Bucket List than visiting the top five horse races in the world. You’ll need a pretty big suitcase, because the first race starts in March and the last one goes in November: Dubai World Cup - 29Mar – What better way to start than where the thoroughbred horse originated. This is the richest horse race in the world, with a winner’s purse of ten million dollars. Enjoy the race from the exclusive Tiered Restaurant. Grand National – 05Apr – Aintree England is the site of this steeplechase event, where 40 horses negotiate 16 fences over a two mile track, twice. It is a unique test for both horse and rider. Kentucky Derby – 1st Saturday in May – “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sport”, the Derby attracts 150,000 spectators for the first race of the US Triple Crown. It’s all about style at Churchill Downs, with ladies (and gents) sporting wildly extravagant, and outrageous, headgear. Mingle with the jockeys and owners and sip a mint julep in the VIP Millionaire’s Row. Palio di Siena – 02Jul – This bareback race has been running since the 16th century, and is held in the Piazza del Campo in Siena Italy. Nothing will prepare you for this crazy race, a fierce competition between rival city wards. It is all of 90 seconds long, but the pageantry and celebrations pre and post-race are worth fighting the massive crowds. Have a look on YouTube. Melbourne Cup – 1st Tuesday in November – “The Race That Stops a Nation”, this race originated in 1861. In fact, it is such a popular event that race day is a public holiday. And around the world, 650 million race fans stop whatever they’re doing to watch the race via tv or the internet. So “get a hunch, bet a bunch” in the Year of the Horse.
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This would give him a World Cup spot next season. The 23-year-old got his start racing with the Nancy Greene ski league in Fernie before moving with his family to Nelson where he continued training with the Red Mountain Racers. The BC provincial team picked him up after his second year racing FIS and in the spring of 2011, Zaitsoff made the Canadian ski team. Zaitsoff ’s mother, Elaine, has been watching her son’s progress
from her home in Nelson and while she shares her son’s disappointment about not attending the Sochi games, she is proud of his accomplishments. “His work ethic, passion, commitment and drive at striving for these goals have made him a confident young man who can take on anything and can give back much to the community,” she said. Whenever the athlete visits home he takes time to ski with local kids training at Whitewater, something he thoroughly enjoys.
Friday, January 31, 2014 • Volume 2 Issue 52
Jane Coop Concert pianist to perform at Capitol
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he Nelson Overture Concerts Society is thrilled to present pianist Jane Coop, at the Capitol Theatre this Sunday, February 2 at 2 p.m. One of Canada’s most prominent and distinguished artists, Coop grew up in Calgary where she began her musical education with Alexandra Munn and Gladys Egbert. For advanced studies her principal teachers were Anton Kuerti in Toronto and Leon Fleisher in Baltimore. At the age of 19, Coop won first prize in the CBC’s national radio competition (the Young Performers Competition), and this, along with prizes at New York’s Kosziusko Foundation Competition and the Washington International Competition, launched her career. She has performed in eminent halls in over 20 countries as well as throughout Canada. Coop’s love of chamber music has led her to collaborate with artists from many parts of the world and her partnerships have led her to delve into the sonata literature of Beethoven, a body of music to which she feels particularly drawn. Her commitment to teaching is centered around her long time position at University of BC, where she was a senior
professor and head of the piano division. In 2003 she was designated Distinguished University Scholar by the university’s president, and in 2007 she received a Killam Teaching Award. In 1992 she was the founding Artistic Director of the Young Artists’ Experience — a summer chamber music program for students held at UBC each summer. Coop’s 16 recordings, three of which have been nominated for Juno awards, have been heard on classical radio programs in many countries and her reputation has inspired international competition organizers to invite her to judge their events over the past fifteen years. In December 2012, Coop was appointed to the Order of Canada, our country’s highest honour for lifetime achievement. At the February 2 matinee, Jane Coop will perform the following: Scarlatti, Sonata in C Major, K.46, Sonata in F Minor, K.466, Sonata in G Major, K.427 and Sonata in C Minor, L.22, Beethoven, Sonata in D Major, Op.10 No.3., Brahms, Variations on an Original Theme Op.21, Chopin, Scherzo No.4 in E Major, Op.54 and Rachmaninoff, 2 Etudes Tableaux, Op.39 No. 8 in d minor and Op. 39 No.1 in c minor. Tickets are available at the Capitol Theatre (250-352-6363/capitoltheatre. bc.ca) and are $14 for students and $24 for adults. Students from schools participating in the NOCS outreach program (South Nelson, L.V. Rogers, Trafalgar, Waldorf, Self Design, Blewett and HomeLinks) can access tickets for free.
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Phillip Sarsons' The Book of Gardens: A Lover's Manual for Planet Earth includes 64 poems that follow the structure of the I Ching, a Chinese classical text. He describes it as "a message of emotional resiliency… Amid the changes upon us all today, what direction will you take?" Sarsons wrote the book during a seven-month stay in Johnsons Landing in 2007-08, but didn't publish it until recently. He was first attracted by the Johnson's Landing Retreat Center while living in Calgary, and as a result of a workshop there met a Nelson couple. Upon moving to the area years later, they let him use their house in Johnsons Landing for free.
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"It was an amazing gift," Sarson says. "It was two properties up from Gar Creek. I'd wander down the hillside to where a small plank of wood crossed the creek, balanced between two tree stumps. I'd sit on that plank and think Chinese philosophy." Among the poems is a long one entitled The Shorelines of Johnsons Landing. Its fourth section is about a "slow river that lives inside a mountain," which in the wake of the deadly 2012 landslide "sounds rather prophetic." (The property where Sarsons lived was untouched by the slide, although it was nearby.) Twenty per cent of proceeds from the book's sale will go back to Johnsons Landing, although Sarsons isn't sure yet exactly how. He hopes to discuss it with community members. "I want to return that gift of quiet time of study. There's no better place to study philosophy," he says. Sarsons has been studying the I Ching for about 18 years — he first became interested while touring Canada as a stage actor. In addition to the poems, the book has longer essays promoting "mindful awareness" of ecology. "It contains a message of urgency and certainly events like [the landslide], I regret to say, are going to become the new normal. This is what I can do as an artist to make a contribution and thank Johnsons Landing for being such an amazing host." The book is available at Otter Books, Shanti Yoga, and through Sarsons' website, thebookofgardens.com.
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Left: Philip Sarsons has published The Book of Gardens, composed at Johnsons Landing prior to the 2012 landslide. He's donating 20 per cent of his sales back to the community. (Greg Nesteroff photo)
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Pianist Maxim Bernard to perform in Kaslo The Kaslo Concert Society is pleased to present pianist Maxim Bernard in recital at St. Andrew's United Church on Friday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m. Born in Quebec City, he began piano studies at the relatively late age of 13, but his outstanding talent and work ethic promptly led to national and international recognition. Qualities that have been praised by critics include his commendable technique, surprising maturity, boundless imagination, and rare musical sensitivity. In the words of Manahem Pressler, “It is his scope and range as a pianist that set him apart. He can play with great power, and still maintain intimate
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Nelson’s newest music venue Sam Van Schie {vurb} editor
In the basement of the Kootenay Co-op Radio station, two local music lovers have found their own solution to Nelson’s lack of small music venues. Since last spring KCR station manager, Jay Hannley, and host of the Thursday afternoon radio show Heavy Early, J. A. Nelson (aka Nelson from Nelson), have been booking indie bands from across North America to play ultra-intimate, all-ages shows in the station’s downstairs meetingroom-turned-concert-space. There’s no stage. The corner of the room where the bands play is lit by only a few strings of Christmas lights. And the sound system is limited to a couple big speakers at the sides of the rooms. But the bands love it and have been talking up the tiny venue to other touring musicians. “We’re approached by bands every other day who want to book a show with us,” Nelson says. “When we started we thought we’d just do a show once a month, but especially since The Royal closed, that’s turned into one show a week and sometimes two.” Often it’s punk and metal bands that are most interested in the venue, but they’ve had everything from roots and blues to hip hop and EDM artists come through. For some of the quieter solo performers and small folk bands, the pair invite them to play in Hannley’s Silica Street living room known as The Special (previously The Sugar Shack, run by Jodie Peck/Miss Quincy).
Between the two venues their concert series, Crank It!!!(To 6), brought in 67 bands last year and plans to be bigger and better in 2014. They’ve already confirmed dates for East Coast bluesman Ross Neilsen, Chinese indie rock trio Carsick Cars and Vancouver grit-rockers Ladyhawk. With a maximum capacity around 40 people at the radio station and less in the living room, they don’t have to push the shows too hard. Most people hear about the events through word of mouth or social media. They attract a lot of minors, who don’t have a lot of opportunities to see live music. “We have the best audiences,” Hannley says. “They really respect the space and stick around to help clean up after the shows. They just really appreciate what we’re doing.” All the concerts in the KCR basement are broadcast live on the radio. Proceeds from the shows, after the bands have been paid, help support the station. For more details see facebook.com/ crankitto6concertseries.
Upcoming shows
Friday, February 7: Vancouver klezmer wizard Geoff Berner, with guest Kate Ruckus at the Kootenay Co-op Radio. Cover is $10, doors at 8 p.m. Sunday, February 9: East Coast bluesman Ross Neilsen, with special guest Mike Hodsall at The Special (810 Silica Street). Cover is $10, doors at 6 p.m.
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Nine art openings, one night B lue Night is back on Friday, February 7 with free art openings featuring the work of 18 artists at nine venues in Nelson .
Touchstones Nelson (502 Vernon Street) has much to see in both galleries. In Gallery A, you find a new group show, Found: The Art of Re-Use, featuring De Souza, Mizgala, Bomford, Bomford, and Bukowski. In Gallery B, catch Restless Fables, an exhibition by Meghan Hildebrand. The Oxygen Art Centre (320 Vernon Street, alley entrence) is hosting its last weekend of Paul Walde’s audio-visual installation, Requiem for a Glacier. This impressive and compelling must-see work, “prematurely memorializes BC’s Jumbo Glacier area ... under immediate threat from global warming and resort development” and was created with the help of a team of mountaineers, a 30-piece choir, a 40-piece orchestra, conductor, soloists, film crew, sound recording crew, sherpas, and drivers. Inside John Ward Fine Coffee (503 Baker Street), catch a group show with Gurvan (photographer), Keira Zaslove (painter) and Sophie De Pauw (felted art). And not far from there, you’ll find the new works of local painter and ceramicist Claire Wensveen at Tara Davis Studio Boutique (556 Baker Street). Then, pop up to the Capitol Theatre (421 Victoria Street) and experience Silence Within, the manipulated photographic work of Frantisek Strouhal (pictured left).
Craft Connection (378 Baker Street) hosts works by renowned local painter Carol Reynolds. And, across the street at Kutenai Clothing (327 Baker Street) see the beautiful watercolours of Sandra Irvine (pictured above). Head further west on Baker Street past the Kootenay Co-op to find two more great venues. Shanti Yoga Studio (237 Baker Street), located in the beautifully renovated old Christian Scientist Church, is home to the works of two local artists: painter Marilyn McCombe and metal sculptor James Robert Harris. And don’t forget Kutenai Art Therapy Institute (191 Baker Street, entrance on Fall Street) where there will be an open house sponsored by the Nelson Global Awareness Network with a global finger foods reception and community art making experience. Find the interactive Art for People with Andy Holmes and Martine Bedard in the big studio, the art of Miro Gabriel in the foyer, and information tables from NGAN, Grans to Grans, plus pin and button making with Rayne Tarasuik from the Clean Water Project. All venues will be open from 7 to 9 p.m., except Shanti Yoga, which goes from 8 to 11 p.m. Take to the streets of Nelson by whatever art-inspired route you desire and be sure to check out all the highlights. Maps will be available at each venue. Find Blue Night Nelson on facebook or contact bluenight.nelson@gmail.com for more information.
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uying gifts for wine snobs can be difficult. For a wine lover like myself, it’s a piece of cake. Bring me a bottle of pretty much anything that doesn’t include the word Yellowtail on the label and I’m usually going to be a happy guy. Still, I was touched when Angela handed me two bottles a few months ago. She had just driven home from Calgary after her return flight to Tel Aviv. Along with two sisters she had spent eight days touring Israel and even going into Jordan. Hauling bottles along for the last few days of the tour and then packing them safely into stowed luggage can be a pain. The bottles, she said, were purchased when the tour group visited a kibbutz in the Negev Desert. Kibbutz Sde Boker is not best know for its winery. It was the home of Israel’s first president, David Ben Gurion. Originally a ranch, the property became a kibbutz, or collective, in 1955 and today is home to 175 residents, who care for olive trees, make olive oil, tend the vineyards and even operate a small factory that makes packing tape, of all things.
Early testing on the viability of grapevines must have been a challenge. The kibbutz worked with the Ministry of Agriculture, Research and Development to see whether grapes
could be established where only brackish, or briny, water was available in quantity. Eventually, a three-hectare vineyard took hold, and another five hectares were planted shortly afterward. In 1999 the first wines were made from a ton each of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, about 5,000 cases of those wines are made, along with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and Malbec. The idea of establishing a vineyard on the kibbutz was the brainchild of Zvi Remak, who was born and raised in the San Francisco area. He arrived in Israel in 1980 bearing a B.Sc. in agronomy. He worked in the Sde orchards for 13 years, then took a sabbatical in California where he studied winemaking and grape-growing. He returned to the kibbutz in 1996. Remak now works as the vineyard manager. Angela brought back bottles of Malbec and Zinfandel, which are among our favourite varietals. She says the bottles cost about $30Cdn each. Those vines flourish in heat, so I was optimistic when we opened the Malbec before Christmas. But I was not prepared for just how good the wine actually was. Typical of the variety, it was inky red and full-bodied. The 2009 vintage still had plenty of tannins but it was as smooth and silky
as any fine Pinot Noir. Juicy on the tongue and with a very long and satisfying finish, in the end we concluded it was one of the best wines we had enjoyed all year. I paired the wine with a salad. On a bed of mixed greens I drizzled extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Then came lemon-tossed slices of avocado, mandarin orange segments and pomegranate seeds. Finally a dozen or so small scallops, quickly sautéed, also in olive oil and balsamic vinegar, were laid out on top. The combination was magical. Big, fruity wines can match beautifully with salads that have the right combination of ingredients and dressing, and this one hit the nail on the head. We clinked our glasses, toasting with gratitude that we have been able to travel to so many interesting places, and that on this occasion Angela had the added benefit of spending many happy hours with her sisters. With the contents of that glass, I felt that for a few minutes I was able to share in their adventure, and a lovely one it was. Lorne Eckersley is the publisher of the Creston Valley Advance. His website, lorneeckersley.com, features a collection of columns, stories and photographs about wine, beer and spirits, food, travel and arts.
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The 14th annual Amnesty International Film Festival goes January 31 and February 1 at Shambhala Hall (Tenth Street Campus of Selkirk College). Each showing includes two films. On Friday at 7 p.m. see Forbidden Voices and A Village Called Versailles. On Saturday at 1 p.m. the films are Third World Canada and On the Line. Screening on Saturday at 7 p.m. are Children of Memory and Music for Mandela. Tickets are $10 per double feature, available at Otter Books or at the door. Go to Facebook “Nelson BC Amnesty International FilmFest 2014” to see film trailers.
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The Nelson Civic Theatre weekend movies (January 31 to February 2) are Saving Mr. Banks, about Walt Disney adapting the Mary Poppins books for the big screen, showing Friday, Saturday and Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and Her, about a divorcé who develops an unlikely relationship with his new artificially intelligent operating system, showing Friday, Saturday and Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and Sunday at 7 p.m. The next Thursday night art house movie on Thursday, February 6 is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. For more details see civictheatre.ca.
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On Friday, February 7 Blue Night returns with free art openings featuring the work of 18 artists at nine venues in Nelson, including Touchstones, Oxygen Art Centre, John Ward Fine Coffee, Capitol Theatre, Craft Connection, Shanti Yoga Studio and Kutenai Art Therapy Institute. All venues run from 7 to 9 p.m., except at Shanti Yoga, which is open from 8 to 11 p.m. Take to the streets of Nelson by whatever art-inspired route you desire and be sure to check out all the highlights.
Langham Gallery hosts a new exhibit by Brent Bukowski called Blunt Force Illumination, opening on February 8. In the community gallery see Vivi Harder's Saris in the Sand. The Langham Gallery, located at 447 A Avenue in Kaslo, is open Thursday to Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.
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The Snowed In Comedy Tour returns to the Capitol Theatre on Tuesday, February 4 at 8:30 p.m. This year’s tour features Dan Quinn, Craig Campbell, Pete Johansson and Arj Barke. Tickets are $30 for adults or $15 for students, available at the Capitol Theatre box office. The Capitol Theatre presentation series continues with Ballet Jörgen’s production of Romeo and Juliet on Saturday, February 8 at 8 p.m. Tickets are sold out. As part of The Capitol Kids Series, the Capitol Theatre presents Peter and the Wolf on Sunday, February 16 at 2 p.m. This award-winning, performance stays true to the original story and music created by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936 which familiarizes young people with the instruments of the symphony orchestra. Tickets are $12.50. Buy online capitoltheatre.bc.ca or phone 250352-63634.
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Two environmentally-minded, Okanagan poets — Sharon Thesen and Nancy Homes — will read from their poems and speak about their work at Oxygen Art Centre on Friday, January 31 at 7:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Donations will be graciously accepted ($5 recommended).
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Max Ulis will be at Spiritbar with Sabota on Friday, January 31. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance at the Hume Hotel. On Saturday, February 1, Ellison's Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions presents multi instrument Allie Kane at 1 p.m. followed by Vallican Whole Community Choir at 2 p.m. Admission is free and donations for the bands will be graciously accepted. Shane Philip and Buckman Coe will be at Spiritbar on Saturday, February 1. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance at the Hume Hotel or online at ticketweb.ca
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Silverton’s 22nd annual Winter Blues Boogie, featuring Clinton Swanson and Friends, No Excuse and Dr. Fun, is at the Memorial Hall on Saturday, February 1. Tickets are $20, with proceeds going to support the Silverton preschool. For more information call Dick or Barbara at 250-358-7765 or email yeomansb@netidea.com. Nelson Overture Concerts Society presents pianist Jane Coop at the Capitol Theatre on Sunday, February 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $14 for students and $24 for adults at the Capitol Theatre box office. Students from schools participating in the NOCS outreach program (South Nelson, L.V. Rogers, Trafalgar, Waldorf, Self Design, Blewett and HomeLinks) can access tickets for free. On February 6, celebrate Bob Marley’s birthday at Spiritbar with a reggae show featuring Foundation Stone and Mama Sa. Doors open at 10 p.m. Vancouver singer-songwriter/accordion player Geoff Berner will play a live-to-air concert in the basement of the Kootenay Coop Radio Station on Friday, February 7 with Kate Ruckus. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cover is $10. Yan Zombie presents: New York City’s Chrissy Murderbot at Spiritbar on Friday, February 7 with Toronto’s Philthkids. Doors open at 10 p.m. Vancouver’s Paul Armitage is offering “Awakening to Love’s Presence” an inspired musical performance Saturday, February 8 at the Best Western Hotel (153 Baker Street) from 7 to 9 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 from Sage (contact sagebh@gmail.com) or $20 at the door (doors open at 6:30 p.m.).
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East Coast bluesman Ross Neilsen will play a public house concert at The Special (810 Silica Street) on Sunday, February 9 with special guest Mike Hodsall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cover is $10. Selkirk Pro-Musica presents Craig Korth and the Guilty Pleasures on Monday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. St. Saviour’s ProCathedral. Tickets $15, available at Otter Books and at the door. Surrey folk stomp band Good for Grapes will play Spiritbar on Wednesday, February 12 with Golden’s Willhorse and Rossland’s Dizzy Spell. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the music starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the Hume Hotel or at ticketweb.ca. The Capitol Theatre has a very special Valentine’s Day surprise for you! Locarno is playing on Saturday, February 15 at 8 p.m. The band is just coming back from Mexico and will be amped to share what they have learned down there with a strong dose of of Cuban Son, folk music, pop and funk. Tickets are $20. Buy online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363. The annual Valentine’s Day burlesque show returns to Spiritbar on Friday, February 14. Get naughty with some of your classic favorites, including Scarlet Mary Rose, Erin Eat Your Heart Out, and Terrantino. Tickets are $25 at the Hume Hotel. West Kootenay power trio Jan Van Gold Band will be a at the Silverton Gallery on Friday, February 14 for their third annual Funky Valentine Dance. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 to $15, at the door. Violinist extremist Kytami returns to Spiritbar on Saturday, February 15 and this time she’s bringing DJ Generic, along with Mishap and Phonik Ops for a full night of bass and bows. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, available at the Hume.
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On The Road Productions presents Corb Lund live at the Capitol Theatre on Tuesday, May 13 with the Hurtin’ Albertans. Regular tickets are $37 at the Capitol Theatre (capitoltheatre.bc.ca/250-352-6363). Limited VIP tickets, which include a pre-show acoustic performance, meet and greet, and the best seats in the house, are available for $99 at corblund.com.
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Castlegar Rebels battle back from 3-0 deficit to beat Nelson 6-5
Leafs fall in double overtime
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After losing to the Nelson Leafs 9-0 last Friday night, the Castlegar Rebels returned to the Nelson and District Community Complex on Wednesday, looking for revenge. And that’s exactly what they got as the Rebels defeated the Leafs 6-5 in double overtime. Early in the game it appeared that it would be another blowout. Three first period goals by Nelson, one by Linden Horswill and two by Travis Wellman, gave the home team a 3-0 lead. But Castlegar managed to get one back, thanks to Aaron Petten, before the end of the first. In the second, the Leafs allowed the Rebels to stay in the game and the Castlegar squad kept chipping at the lead. Two straight goals, one by Connor Beauchemin and one by Darren Medeiros, pulled the Rebels even with the Leafs, 3-3, after two periods. The third was a wild one as both squads went on end to end rushes. Nelson took a 4-3 lead when Alec Wilkinson bulged the twine for the locals, but once again the Rebels battled back. Derek Georgopoulos tied the
Brandon Sookro of the Nelson Leafs attempts to put the puck past Castlegar Rebels goaltender Nate Rabbitt during KIJHL action on Wednesday night. The Rebels beat the Leafs 6-5 in double overtime. Kevin Mills photo game at four and then Diego Bartlett gave Castlegar its first lead of the game. With less than four minutes to play in the final frame, leagueleading scorer Jamie Vlanich put the game into overtime with a nice goal on a scramble in front of the net. Neither squad could score in the first, four-on-four, overtime period.
In the second five minutes of extra time, now playing three-on-three, the Rebels Aaron Brewer played the hero, beating Leafs netminder Brad Rebagliati to win the game. Nate Rabbitt picked up the win for Castlegar. After the game, Leafs coach Frank Maida said his squad allowed the Rebels to get back in the game.
“We gave them a few opportunities in the second period and they took advantage of it. They got momentum and the rest is history,” he said. Defensively, the Leafs had a few breakdowns during the game. “’We had a couple of turnovers on the blueline and they took advantage of it,” said Maida.
As for the overtime winner, the coach said there wasn’t a lot his team could do to prevent it. “They (Castlegar) won the draw and he made a good shot. It never should have gone into overtime.” He said his team has to continue to work on its consistency and play a 60 minute game. While the game itself was not the result he was looking for, Leafs forward Wellman had a strong individual effort scoring two goals and adding an assist. “I had three points, but it’s not really the individual stats that matter. Down the stretch here, it’s more about coming together as a team winning games and getting rolling for the playoffs so we can go on a long run,” said Wellman. He believes the second period cost the Leafs the game. “I think we just had a couple of mental lapses there and probably didn’t play the best game we could have in the second period,” said Wellman. He believes the squad just needs to get mentally prepared for their next game scheduled for Saturday night. The Leafs will host the Fernie Ghostriders on February 1. The puck drops at 7 p.m.
Price to be inducted into BC Hockey Hall of Fame
Pat Price had a long NHL career, playing for teams including the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburg Penguins.
The British Columbia Hockey Hall of Fame will welcome a new class of inductees in 2014, among them is Nelson’s own Pat Price. A first round NHL draft pick in 1975, Price was a standout defenceman in junior, playing for the Saskatoon Blades. He recorded 147 points in his final junior season and was selected 11th overall by the New York Islanders in the 1975 amateur draft. He was also the first round pick of the Vancouver Blazers in the World Hockey Association (WHA) draft. The WHA was an upstart league that attempted to challenge the NHL. It eventually folded with four of its squads — the Edmonton Oilers, Quebec Nordiques, Winnipeg Jets and Hartford Whalers — joining
the NHL. Price opted to sign with the WHA’s Blazers and, at the time, he received the biggest rookie contract in professional hockey at $1.3 million over five seasons. He later played for the Islanders, the Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins, the Nordiques, New York Rangers and the Minnesota North Stars. Price played 726 games in the NHL. Joining Price as a 2014 inductee are former Vancouver Canucks’ goaltender Kirk McLean, veteran BC Hockey program development coordinator Bill Ennos and the 2004 Memorial Cup Champion Kelowna Rockets. The BC Hockey Hall of Fame 2014 Induction will be held on Friday, July 25 in Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre.
Nelson’s Pat Price played for six different NHL teams and some WHA teams, including the Vancouver Blazers.
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HOME SAT. FEB. 1st 7:00 PM vs. Fernie Ghostriders
HOME FRI. FEB. 7th 7:00 PM vs. Beaver Valley Nitehawks
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Four members off to BC Winter Games
Good day on the hill
The Whitewater Ski Team travelled to Fernie, earlier this month, for its first U14 race of the season. The team brought 21 athletes, the most that the team has travelled with for this level of competition for many years. The athletes were aged 10 through to 70-yearsold with two maser racers — Bobby Swan and Leigh Brousson. This was a three-day event with a day of GS and two days of Slalom, and competitors came from all over the Kootenays and as far away as Calgary. “Whitewater is producing some of the best free riders and ski racers in the province and I believe that is all about having fun in the mountains and the pure love of skiing,” said head coach Dylan Henderson.
The Whitewater Ski Team enjoyed good results this month. The weather in Fernie was a major factor with a dump of fresh light powder on the first day, rain and sleet on the second day, and 80 km/hr winds on the third day. The athletes competed through it all and showed that a great ski racer has to overcome adversity to meet their personal goals. The team showed that they can compete with the best of the best with some great results. In the U12 group there was
Henry Leishman hitting the podium with a third place finish, Troy Bellman took fourth, Yael Oosthuizen was seventh, Liam Lazier and Nathan Gaffran both had an eighth and Coda Punchard a 13th. The girls started with Aliza Jones in fourth, Zarah Murray eighth, Sophie Hickson and Gretchen Lewandowski 13th , and Sierra Pardoe with an 18th The U14s did well with Liam Jones in sixth,
Arlo Henderson in 11th, Garrett Waterfield in 13th and Noah Gaffran in 15th. The U14 girls had Oso Punchard in eighth, Cheyanne Stevens in 13th, Kiley Waterfield in 18th, and Phoebe Lazier in 20th. For the U14s this was the qualifier for the 2014 BC Winter Games in Mission. The local team had four athletes selected including Liam Jones, Oso Punchard, Stevens, and Kiley Waterfield. The Whitewater Ski Team started the season with a goal to grow the team and it has been a rip roaring success! The team is bigger than it has ever been with 78 athletes and looks to continue on this path of success. The next away race is Red Mountain on February 7 to 9.
Tips Up - Dylan Henderson
Try not to be too hippy In the last column we focused on looking ahead, and this week we will work on using our knees more and hips less. Do you ski by swinging your bum? Are you too hippy? I don’t want to sound like the fun police, and I did grow up on a commune. I’m cool, man. It’s just that there are times when you have to, you know, put your foot down, dig in your edges, and show the man that you are the boss. Many skiers at Whitewater use lots of hip and not a lot of knee angulation. This is because we can get away with it most of the time because the skiing is usually way too awesome here. The snow here in the Selkirk Mountains is hero snow which is why we live in this groovy bubble of bliss, but come on, it can make you lazy. Now that it hasn’t snowed in a couple of weeks it can seem pretty harsh out there and that can be a bummer, dude. What can you do when the snow is a drag, so that you can still shralp the gnarl? Angulate yourself. In order to get your skis to hold on the steep ice you need to get them way up on edge with your weight on the outside ski. To do this, drive your outside shoulder towards your outside ski (A) and drive your knees in towards the hill (B). When you dial this position your body makes a nice C shape and you get that great pinch feeling at your outside hip. Make sure that both legs are parallel so that both skis are equally on edge. Now, try it first on a groomer, then take it to your favorite steep run and it will blow your mind. A great drill to practice this body position is to go without poles and ski with your hands on your hips. As you turn, lean to the outside of the turn and feel your fingers get pinched by your side. After you have success with this you can add placing your inside hand on your head which will further tip your
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When skiing, remember to use your hips without being to hippy. Submitted photo shoulders to the outside ski. Remember to change hand position when you would normally plant your pole. Now you are using your hips without being too hippy! Check us out on Facebook! Whitewater Ski Team or visit our website at whitewaterskiteam.ca Peace out soul sisters and brothers. See you on the slopes. — Dylan Henderson is the head coach for the Whitewater ski team. He is a certified Development Level coach with the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation and a Level 1 ski instructor with the Canadian Ski Instructors Association.
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Three gymnasts heading to BC Games
Athletes are good as gold The competitive gymnastics season has started with a competition in Kelowna last week. Eight gymnasts from Nelson competed against a tough field of gymnasts from the Lower Mainland and Kelowna areas. The girls all did well, showing promise for future competitions coming up in the season, ending with the BC Championships. The results were as follows:
Sara Tolles, of the Glacier Gymnastics Club, won gold on beam and in the all around, silver on vault and bars and a bronze medal on floor. Scott Jeffery photo
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Provincial Level 2 8-9 years Brianne Stefani won gold on beam by almost a full point, silver on vault and bronze in the all around. 10-11 years Gwen McCrory had all solid performances in her first year as a Level 2, placing fourth on vault and floor. 12-13 years Olivia Kelly also performed solid routines in her first Level 2 year, winning the gold on vault.
Victoria Lawrence-Jeffery came home with three silver medals for beam, floor and the all around. Sara Tolles had an amazing competition, winning gold on beam and in the all around, silver on vault and bars and a bronze medal on floor.
14 and up Hailey Lothrop performed all her routines with amazing confidence and swept up five gold medals for vault, bars, beam, floor and all around
Provincial Level 3 14 and up Kylee Dyck brought home five medals, two gold for vault and bars, two silver for floor and all around and a bronze on beam. Ella Keelan claimed three gold medals for beam, floor and all around and two silver medals for vault and bars. Also, three gymnasts — Victoria LawrenceJeffery, Kylee Dyck and Ella Keelan — have won three spots on the Zone 1 (Kootenays) Team that will be competing at the BC Winter Games in Mission. The games take place February 21 to 23.
Roller derby returns for new season The West Kootenay Roller Derby League — which includes Nelson’s own Killjoys — has released the schedule for its new season. This year, Nelson will be hosting the roller derby finals, scheduled for June 28. The league has decided to hold six bouts before the playoff tourney. They take place on: February 8 at Selkirk College in Castlegar; March 15 at Selkirk College in Castlegar; March 29 at Selkirk
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College in Castlegar; April 26 at Rossland Arena; May 31 at Cominco Arena in Trail; June 7 at Selkirk College in Castlegar. After the finals on June 28, the league is also planing to host a final tournament on July 18. Details have yet to be worked out. For schedule informa-
Olympic skier has Salmo ties
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The Canadian Freestyle Ski Association has named the athletes to its Olympic team, including one athlete with a local connection. Justin Dorey, whose parents resided in Salmo, was among those named to the men’s halfpipe
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team. Dorey, 25, grew up in Vernon and now lives in Calgary. He claimed his first World Cup victory this month at Canada Olympic Park.
Kootenay Cup Race set for Sunday
The fifth event in the Kootenay Cup Race series takes place on Sunday, February 2 and is being presented by the Nelson Nordic Ski Club. It is a fun-filled race designed for all ages. It features a mass start and is free technique. The race starts at 10:30 and 10:45 a.m. for Bunnies and Atoms and at 11 a.m. and later for Peewees and up. The race takes place at the Nelson Nordic Ski Club, on Highway 6 about 10 kilometres south of Nelson. For more information, visit nelsonnordicski.ca.
Soccer registration deadline looms
Nelson Youth Soccer Association REP registration deadline is today. Register online and pay soccer fee ($125) and REP fee ($30). This deadline is for players who are 11-18 in 2014 and wish to play higher level soccer. For players that want to play in House league only, registration deadline is March 1. For information visit nys@nys. ca or call 250-551-6972.
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North Enderby Timber is looking to hire for various sawmill positions including Heavy Duty Mechanic (Journeyman or Apprentice). Millwright and Fabricator. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.
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Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: fish@blackpress.ca Nelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resources Centre Drop in Wed. 12-2 pm at 719 Vernon St., Nelson For info: 250 352-6008; preventeldRabuse@sbdemail.com or visit www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org Parents/Care Giving of Teens Support Group 1st Meeting Wed Feb 5th 6:30-8:30 PM at the Balfour Fire Hall This group will offer support as we guide our teens. We will seek knowledge and information on issues that effect our children. Tea & goodies provided any questions call Kim 825-2728
Personals Handyman Senior Gent looking for Single Lady for companionship 70 & over N/S, likes curling bowling & quick conversation Would like to meet, Call 250-231-1631 or 359-7343
Employment Business Opportunities WELL established (39 year) sprinkler manufacturing business for sale. Seasonal 6 to 9 months per year. Well established customer base, room for expansion. $60,000 plus inventory. 250-359-7610 or fpowell@earthisland.com
Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers for the Castlegar area. Applicants should have LTL & P&D driving experience. Please drop resume and current drivers abstract to: Ashley at our Castlegar Terminal. 1360 Forest Rd Castlegar BC
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John C ousins It is with great regret we announce the death of John Cousins, former owner of “That Craft Store” John Albert Cousins (born September 26, 1946 in Oshawa Ontario) changed the direction of his path and bid us farewell on January 20, 2014. John had a gentle heart and a loving disposition and was able to instill those qualities in his home life, his work and especially in his play. Every occupation John embraced had a community minded purpose. After serving in the Royal Canadian Navy he attended and graduated from Laurentian University, John worked for a time as a social worker in Wetaskiwin Alberta. Later he began the Handi-Dart transit system in Victoria. His participation in this project literally improved the lives of thousands of Handi-Dart users. He then moved on to become a transit planner, introducing then enhancing transit systems throughout British Columbia, and a school bus system for the municipality of Maple Ridge. John thoroughly enjoyed spending vacation time in Hawaii, Bali and Mexico. John’s last professional project was to purchase That Craft Store in Nelson. Though not a knitter, he was a quick study, and introduced beautiful natural fibre yarns to the local knitting community. Within the first two years of operation, That Craft Store became the largest yarn store in the Kootenays, and John created a welcoming, positive environment for all local crafters. He was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2010 and with great sadness, shut the store down on December 31, 2011. He moved to Victoria in early 2012 to be close to his children. John is survived by his partner Tony, his brothers Allan and Bruce and sister Joyce, his children Bryan, Graham, Erinn, and Kendra, and grandchildren Jared, Sebastian, Scottie, and Sienna. Sincere thanks to Dr. Jeanette Boyd in Nelson and Dr. Graeme Macaulay in Kelowna for their heartfelt concern and support. And to all his friends in the Kootenays, John loved the good times he shared with you and towards the end of his life, memories of you and that magical place in the mountains provided special joy.
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International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations in Canada and the United States. The Company has annual production capacity of more than 2.2 billion board feet and offers one of the most diverse lines of lumber products to customers around the world. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www.interfor.com. Interfor is currently recruiting for a Woodlands Accountant at our Castlegar Operation based in Castlegar, British Columbia. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing full range operational, financial and management accounting, reporting and analysis. Position Details: Major Responsibilities: x Bi-weekly contractor pay. x Log inventory reporting. x Full range financial and management accounting. x Improve accounting processes. x Assist with timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. x Complete specific month-end accounting cycle items, including balance sheet analysis and reconciliations. x Ensure compliance to IFRS and 52-109, company policies-procedures and internal controls. x Assist with external audit requirements. x Assist with specific financial analysis to operations management. x Complete special projects and analysis as required. Required Skills: x Strong organizational skills and attention to detail x Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment x Ability to multitask x Results oriented and ability to think strategically x Excellent computer skills The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualifications: x Working towards a professional accounting designation (minimum 3rd or 4th level student) x 3-5 years in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing setting To express interest in this opportunity, please apply online at www.interfor.com/careers by Monday, February 3, 2014. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.
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With critically acclaimed vehicles such as the all-new, award-winning GMC Sierra pickup, Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC’s outlook has never been better. As a result, we’re looking for a capable, personable and motivated sales representative to demonstrate our exciting lineup of vehicles to customers. If you have a deep interest in automobiles and enjoying sharing your passion with others in a genuinely helpful manner, then maybe this position is for you. We provide the kind of training and support to help you succeed, and our compensation and benefits packages rank among the best anywhere. Sales experience is helpful but not necessary. Good communication and computer skills along with a willingness to learn and constantly improve are far better indicators of potential success. Please send your cover letter and resume to: Scott Hutt, Sales Manager 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: scott@kalawsky.com
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Pacific Insight Electronics (PI) is a world-class designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic solutions for the automotive, specialty and commercial vehicle sectors. PI is currently recruiting for the following positions at our Nelson, BC operation: Quality Assurance Engineering Technologist – 1 available position - Reference #1401 The Quality Assurance Engineering Technologist will provide technical support in an effort to achieve company targets concerning production Non-Conformance (N/C) issues. This position will also support the necessary processes and policies for providing feedback to Manufacturing Engineering resulting in N/C reduction. In addition, they will support N/C diagnostic activities, N/C disposition, administration and repairs. Production Support – 1 available position - Reference #1402 The Production Support position will be responsible for developing and supporting assembly processes within the Manufacturing Department at Pacific Insight. Supporting the production floor; assisting with assembly processes, ensuring procedures are performed correctly on a daily basis and developing line improvements. Engineering Support Technician – 1 available position - Reference #1403 The Engineering Support Technician works in the Product Engineering Department and carries out a wide range of testing, assembly, compliance and validation activities on products developed at Pacific Insight. This position will also be responsible for performing or assisting with in-house environmental and electrical validation testing.
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RETAIL, office,- Assistant or professional BALDFACE Cat space for lease. 512 Nelson Ave. Ski Guide Baldface Lodge Excellent visibility and high traffiinc Nelson an flow. LotsBCof isofflooking street for parking. energetic Guide. HVAC air Assistant conditioningSkiand gas heat. should 1250 ft.² bring main flintegrity oor: reception, You and office, conference room, professionalism to staff the area, job utility room plusa upstairs while creating fun andstorage safe with outside exit door. Willing to environment for our Price guests to look at any proposal. Negocreate the ultimate tiable. Contact via email ski/boardat 512neling vacation. Shifts are 7days sonavenue@gmail.com on and 7 days off now through the end of the 2014 season. Qualifications: *Certified Ski/Snowboard Guide (Level 2 Nelson: Uphill, half duplex, CSGA or ACMG Apprentice4 bdrm, 2 *Level bath. $1200/mo + util. Guide) 2 Avalanche N/S, N/P. Avail March Ava1st. Technician (Canadian Phone 250-352-5059 lanche Association) *Advanced First Aid Attendant (80+ hours) *2+years experienced mechanized ski or snowboard guide (cat skiing 2005 SRI Double Wide preferred) Compensation: HOME $225+ MODULAR per day depending on 24x44 in Triangle qualifi cations and Gardens. experience years and and up. Vaulted plus45food accommodaceiling, bay at win-the tions for open 7 dayplan, shifts dow, 3Please bdrm, 2 send bath, pantry, lodge. resume low maintenance, and cover letter gas to heat, tamair conditioning, 5and appl’s,use mie@baldface.net UGS, landscaped, covered “Assistant Ski Guide” as sub& carport, ject line. deck www.baldface.net other features, must see. 250-442-8676
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Grand Forks: Lg 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 app’s, private 400 sq ft deck. N/S, N/P. $750/m + util. Avail March 1st.250-442-7808. NELSON: Downtown, 1 bdrm Quiet, Clean,Bad GETapartment BACK ON TRACK! MatureBills? adult only . NS/NP credit? Unemployed? AvailIf you Need $695./m Money?incl Weutil. Lend! Feb 15th own your own354-4779 home - you qualify. Pioneer Clean Acceptance Nelson Fairview: quiet, Corp. Member BBB. 2 bdrm apt. Adult oriented. 1-877-987-1420 NS/NP. Ref required. $650/mo www.pioneerwest.com + util. Call 250-352-3965
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PLANNER The CITY OF NELSON is currently recruiting for a permanent full-time PLANNER. This position will be responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of land use planning projects, sustainability initiatives and policy work. If you have a University Degree in Planning or a related discipline and may be interested in this position, please go to our website at www.nelson.ca for more detailed information. The closing date for this posting is noon on February 14, 2014. Applications can be sent to:
Human Resources City of Nelson 101-310 Ward Street Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 Fax: 250-352-2131 • Email: hr@nelson.ca We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however; only those under consideration will be contacted. The City of Nelson is committed to employment equity. We invite applications from all qualified persons.
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Affordable Steel Shipping for sale/rent 1991Containers 3/4 ton Dodge Cummins 20’ & 40’ Kootenay diesel runs good Containers need TLC Castlegar 250-365-3014 $2500 OBO 250 551-1297 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ World’s Finest newspaper? FISHING BOATS Lg glass dinningHewescraft, table, sm & lg Weldcraft, computer desks, Pontoons china cabiLund, Godfrey net,Mark’s 4 leatherette chairsID & Marine, Hayden, plow tractor. 250-442-2999 1-888-821-2200 www.marksmarineinc.com Stunning Diamond engagement ring princess cut set with gold and palladium. Diamond is nearly flawless and colorless. Appraised at $4100,selling for $2500, OBO. Papers included. Call or text 250 777-1779 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: Estate of Valentine John Martin Webber formerly of Private CollectorJohnsons Buying 2216 Coin Holgrem, Collections, Estates, Olympic Landing, British Columbia Gold & Silver Coins, etc. Creditors and othersBills having Confi dential 250-499-0251 claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, at 3011665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2B3, on or before February 21, 2014, AFFORDABLE space after which date offi thece Adminisfor rent, Selkirk trator will near distribute theCollege estate in Rosemont. 5 entitled minutes to toit among the parties downtown, 178tosqtheft,claims on bus having regard of route. per month includwhich $300 the Administrator then ing utilities, parking and GST. has notice. 250-352-2757 Sarah Jenkins Administrator by PUSHOR LLP RETAIL, office, MITCHELL or professional Lawyers Attention: JONI Ave. D space for lease. 512 Nelson METHERELL Telephone: Excellent visibility and high traffic fl250-762-2108 ow. Lots of off street parking.
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Houses and For Sale Creditors others having claims against the Estate Margrethe 2005 of SRIJoan Double Wide LundMODULAR DraglandHOME are here24x44 in Triangle Gardens. by notified under section and up. Vaulted 3845ofyears the Trustee Act that ceiling, open plan, bay winparticulars their pantry, claims dow, 3 bdrm,of2 bath, should be sent to exlow maintenance, gasthe heat, ecutor c/o Rosberg Sawair conditioning, 5 appl’s, atzky LLP at covered #201, UGS, landscaped, & carport, 20353 deck64th Avenue, other features, must see. Langley, BC V2Y 1N5, on or 250-442-8676 before February 21, 2014, after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entiRevenue Property tled to it, having regard only to the claims of Castlegar 6-plex plus which the executor then commercial space for sale has notice. Income $5150/mth, Close to
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BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.95/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston
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Cars - Domestic 2001 Subaru Impreza, 4dr hatch back, 2.2Lt., auto, 4 wheel dr, brand new ice & snow tires, 230,000km, $4,300/obo. 250-442-0122 or 250-493-1807.
SIX MILE, Immediate occupancy Super Clean, Super Cozy fully furnished & equipped inclu util, Wifi, Digital cable onsite laundry beautiful surroundings call Laurie @ 250 777-1146 on bus route
Homes for Rent 2 bdrm, 2 kms from Nelson W/D, F/S, util includ, N/S N/P ref’s $1200/m 250 354-2052 after 6 pm CRAWFORD Bay Rental, 3.5 bdrm, dbl garage, new appl, hot tub, n/s, $1000 + util 250365-1005 Longbeach, 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, washer & dryer, large garden, pets welcome, ample parking, close to mail, school, Nelson bus. Furnished or unfurnished. References required/ $1200 + utilities. 229-2729; robertsme@shaw.ca Mobile Home W/D, F/S 2 Bdrms, addition, deck in Thrums. 250-304-9273 or 250-359-7178 NELSON- 2 bdrm executive waterfront home, 6 mile Nelson, partially furnished. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $1700+ utils. (250)825-4471 or 250354-9434.
Office/Retail OFFICE available now. Quiet, bright, hardwood floor, natural light. About 170 sf. 205 Victoria St. Perfect for Wellness practice, computer work, etc. Contact Yogita 354-7748 nyogitabouchard@gmail.com
Margrethe Lund Dragland, otherwise Duplex/4 Plex known as, Joan Nelson: Uphill, half duplex, 4 Dragland and Joanie bdrm, 2 bath. $1200/mo + util. Dragland, deceased, N/S, formerly N/P. Avail March 1st. of Nelson, Phone 250-352-5059 British Columbia.
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HVAC air conditioning and gas heat. 1250 ft.² main floor: reception, NOTICE TOstaff area, office, conference room, ANDstorage utility CREDITORS room plus upstairs with outsideOTHERS exit door. Willing to look at any proposal. Price Negotiable. Contact via email at 512nelRe: The Estate of Joan sonavenue@gmail.com
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Primary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair Castlegar 6-plex plus of diesel & gas marine engines. commercial space for sale Knowledgeable in vessel Income $5150/mth, Close to electrical systems. Must Tim Hortons & shopping have tools and a valid askingown $495,000 Cap rate 9% drivers license.250-608-3930 Call James Compensation Based On Experience. Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@ telus.net
Resumes can be faxed to BC INSPECTED 250-352-2172 or GRADED AA OR BETTER e-mailed to LOCALLY GROWN kootenay@yrb.ca NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.95/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger Available TARZWELL FARMS RECEPTIONIST wanted for Creston busy 250-428-4316 tax preparation firm. Full time position until May 1st. Bring resume no later than Naturally raised beef, ready Feb 3rd to 810 Vernon Nelfor butchering, call for St, pricing son. and details. 250-442-3049.
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2010 Arctic Cat M8 HCR Snowmobile with only 1700 miles, runs great, very good condition. $7,900 OBO To view 250-365-3495 or 250-365-3190
Naturally raised beef, ready for butchering, call for pricing and details. 250-442-3049.
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Recreational/Sale 1992 Cardinal 27ft. 5th wheel w/pullout, in very good condition, inside stored, new awning, water heater and pump. $7,300/obo. 250-442-3224
Snowmobiles 1974 Mercury 400 $300 & 1971 Ski Doo TNT 440 $450 call 359-7306 2010 Arctic Cat M8 HCR Snowmobile with only 1700 miles, runs great, very good condition. $7,900 OBO To view 250-365-3495 or 250-365-3190
Trucks & Vans 1991 3/4 ton Dodge Cummins diesel runs good need TLC $2500 OBO 250 551-1297
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Want to Rent Man 50’s requires affordable housing within Nelson city limits. Returning home for a fresh start. Good ref avail Mike A @ 352-9876 or 367-7945 LM
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Apt/Condo for Rent Grand Forks: Lg 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 app’s, private 400 sq ft deck. N/S, N/P. $750/m + util. Avail March 1st.250-442-7808. NELSON: Downtown, 1 bdrm apartment Quiet, Clean, Mature adult only . NS/NP $695./m incl util. Avail Feb 15th 354-4779 Nelson Fairview: Clean quiet, 2 bdrm apt. Adult oriented. NS/NP. Ref required. $650/mo + util. Call 250-352-3965
2005 Cadillac SRX-V. All wheel drive wagon. V8 Auto, ultra view sunroof, heated leather, fully loaded. No accidents or rust, original paint, never smoked in, new brakes,wheel bearings, snow tires on factory rims (real dub wheels w/ summer tires), bearings. Only 102,000 kms! $58,000 replacement cost, 1st $12,950 takes!!! No GST! 551-3336 Nelson, BC.
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Sunday Service in Balfour
9:30 am at the Anglican Church on Busk Rd. For information 250-229-5237
CONNECT @ THE VINEYARD… THIS SUNDAY FOR A POTLUCK BREAKFAST! Not connected to a local faith community? Have you connected with us in the past but haven’t seen us in awhile? Everyone welcome! Bring something to share at our potluck breakfast!
Sunday, Feb 2nd - 10am @ 2402 Perrier Lane www.nelsonvineyard.com Look for us on Facebook
Unity Centre of the Kootenays starts at 11am
Our popular speaker Dan Nelson will continue his last topic which is “Super Humans” Any questions? Contact 250-354-5394 717 Vernon St. Seniors Citizens Club
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The Christian Church hasn’t always promoted a consistent message of mercy and unconditional love. Sometimes the message conveyed or perceived, is one of disapproval or judgment.
I think that there are times when Christians inadvertently and sometimes intentionally convey a message, “we’re okay but you’re not okay”, or at least some people perceive that message. The truth is, we’re all flawed and not okay. We all struggle with issues and rely on grace. Conversely, we’re all okay when we consider that God’s NEW LOCATION love is poured out and Kootenay Christian Fellowship accessible to all. His 520 Falls Street, (just off Baker St.) grace is indeed sufficient www.kootenaychristianfellowship.com and enough. Join us for our worship celebration in our new location Sunday @ 10:30 AM Developing Relationships Music that will move you Helping people - Help people
Jim Reimer, Pastor
Nelson United Church
A Friendly Bible Centre Church
Sunday Worship Gathering 10:00 am • Minister: David Boyd
Fourth week of Epiphany Service of Holy Communion
Saturday, Feb. 1 Youth Change Exchange To connect young people locally & around the world in solidarity and peace. 2 PM at Nelson United Church Corner of Josephine and Silica Streets All are Welcome Ph: 250-352-2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca
Anglican Church of Canada St. Saviour's Pro Cathedral Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist Children’s Sunday School • Sunday Service 10:30 a.m
Annual Vestry Meeting Sunday February 9 following the service.
St. Michael & All Angels Busk Road, Balfour Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.
Office: 9 am - 1 pm Tue - Thurs • 250.352.5711
stsaviours@netidea.com • www.stsavioursnelson.org
ALL ARE WELCOME!
CATHOLIC CHURCH
Church Office: 1.888.761.3301
Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am Reimer “Jesus Paid OurJimDebt”
623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber Refreshments are served after the service (Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
The Salvation Army Nelson Community Church
Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 am Everyone is Welcome Your Pastors:
Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows 250 551 4986
601 Vernon Street (Middle Level)
CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE 813 Ward Street 352-7131 Sunday Mass Times: • Saturday 7:00pm • Sunday 8:30 am and 10:30 am Parish office open Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am - noon rccathedral@shaw.ca • www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca
Prayer, Praise & Sharing Bible Study
11 am
Worship Service
Wednesday Night Bible Study 7 pm
12:30 pm Vegetarian Fellowship Luncheon _______________________________________________________________
Pastor Leomar Macaraig 250-687-1777
Please join us at 1502 Granite Road
www.nelsonadventist.ca
Saturday February 8th at 7 pm Eleos Centre 711 Tenth Street For Information:
www.eleoscentre.com • 250 352-0300
From my perspective, the greatest impact that we can have is not centered in the moral high ground that we proclaim and defend, or in the knowledge that we seek to possess, but in our display of outrageous love and service. It’s good to remember, “Love never fails”.
Henry, Mark, Emily and Sarah meet once a month to talk about how their lives are affected by dementia. They are all caring for family members who are in various stages of the disease. They attend a free caregiver support group offered by the non-profit Alzheimer Society of BC. “This is their lifeline,” says Julie Leffelaar, the Society’s Support and Education Coordinator for Nelson. “They can meet with people with similar issues who are in a unique position to offer support to others on the same journey. The group is a place where they can talk openly, share information and give each other mutual support.” An estimated one in 11 BC residents over age 65 already live with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. That number is projected to double within a generation (25 years). The resulting need for assistance is soaring, and volunteers help ensure that the demand is met. “Volunteers are absolutely invaluable to our team,” said Leffelaar. “It’s exceptionally rewarding work to know that you are making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Our volunteers tell us they get far more in return than they give.” Want to be a support group facilitator? The position has a few requirements: * Excellent listening and empathetic skills. * Knowledge of dementia or a willingness to learn. * Facilitation skills or a willingness to learn. * Formal or informal caregiving experience an asset. Training is provided and a one-year commitment is required. For more information and to volunteer, contact Leffelaar at 1-855-301-6742 or jleffelaar@alzheimerbc.org. Residents can get more information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias by visiting www.alzheimerbc.org.
Leadership course
Environmental education clinic
The Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) has announced it has teamed up with its national counterpart, the Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication (EECOM), to offer an environmental education opportunity. This spring, eight teams of four will have the opportunity to participate in the Kootenays first ever Environmental Education Leadership Clinic to be held April 26 to 29. Taking place adjacent to Kootenay National Park at Nipika Mountain Resort, the spectacular setting will provide inspiration for all teams. “This Leadership Clinic will give regional organizations the opportunity to team-build, actionplan, and work with others who are doing similar work across the country,” said CBEEN chair, Gillian Cooper. To find out more or to apply to attend, visit www.cbeen.org/leadership_clinic. ol Distri cho
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The real concern is not, ‘who’s okay and who’s not okay’. In my opinion, that sort of draconian thinking is unhelpful. After all, who wants to be the beneficiary of someone’s criticism and disapproval? Our aim as a church community isn’t to underscore our differences, but to love and serve sacrificially. I would prefer to be known for what I pursue rather than for what I oppose. We are told that Jesus, in a spirit of remarkable humility, came into this world to serve - “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:28).
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“I’m OK, You’re OK” was the title of a popular self-help book. Although I haven’t picked up the book in decades, I’ve never forgotten the catchy title. I prefer to see others and myself from the perspective that we’re ‘all okay’ in light of God’s grace, withholding personal judgment and criticism and choosing instead to pursue mercy and love.
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AND STAKEHOLDER PRESENTATIONS @ 10:00 A.M. BOARD MEETING @ 5:00 P.M. (PST)
Tuesday, February 4, 2014 Board Office, 570 Johnstone Road, Nelson BC
Video Conferencing to Creston at: Creston Education Centre, 617-11th Ave., S., Creston Public Welcome
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Check This Out – Anne DeGrace
NO LATE COMERS
The library gets in the pink Which brings us to Pink Shirt Day. Celebrated on February 26, Pink Shirt Day is a call to action against bullying. It began as a protest against an incident that occurred in a Nova Scotia high school in 2007. When a male student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt, students David Shepherd and Travis Price bought and distributed 50 pink shirts — and a movement was born. The website pinkshirtday.ca describes that event. “They sent out a message to schoolmates that night, and the next morning they hauled the shirts to school in a plastic bag. As they stood in the foyer handing out the shirts, the bullied boy walked in. His face spoke volumes. ‘It looked like a huge weight was lifted off his shoulders,’ Mr. Price recalled. The bullies were never heard from again.” We’ve all seen the news stories about teens Rehtaeh Parsons and Amanda Todd, young women who committed suicide as a result of bullying. In these cases the Internet played a key role, but the truth is that bullying happens everywhere, ever since the first playground bully shoved the kid who “didn’t fit”. We’ve all been bullied, or have been bullies, or stood by when bullying happened. And so the
Saturday February 1 8:30pm-10:30pm Aquatic Centre, Nelson
Trans Connect is hosting a free swim for Trans*, Gender-Queers, LGBT, people of colour, fatties, scars, fur, mobility aids, inked, pierced... This is a pool party
CELEBRATING ALL BODIES
Contributing to the common cultural good
There’s a day of the year for just about everything: from Mother’s Day to Mole Day to the enigmatic Towel Day (what happens on Towel Day?), there is clearly much to celebrate. February’s special days include Darwin Day (February 12), Hug Day (February 13), and Thinking Day (February 22), or my personal favourite: Think About Hugging Darwin Day (February 29). You can celebrate all of those any way you choose; as for the Library, there are three days that make our calendar. Family Day is a new holiday in BC, observed and enjoyed this year on Monday, February 10. That means the Library will be closed, the better for staff and patrons to hug nearby family members or think fondly of the ones not close by. If any of your family members happen to be called Darwin, so much the better. Valentine’s Day follows hard on the heels of Family Day, so it’s sure to be a very huggy month. It’s flu season, so if you’re feeling compelled to kiss your favourite librarian on this special day, know that a smile is all we really need to feel loved. That way, we’ll all stay in the pink.
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Children and youth are welcome and encouraged to come have fun and help support this inclusive event
Library is inviting anyone who’s been touched by bullying — or just cares — to join us in celebrating Pink Shirt Day. On Wednesday, February 26 look for special book displays on bullying, our Pink Book Display, and if you’re wearing pink, you can enter our draw. On the eve of Pink Shirt Day — Tuesday February 25 at 7 p.m. — the Library hosts Pink Words — Writers Against Bullying. The event brings together adult and youth writers who care about bullying in an evening of readings and refreshments. Children’s author Cyndi Sand-Eveland has dealt with the subject in her books Dear Toni, A Tinfoil Sky and in her newest novel, a work in progress. Poet Jane Byers will share her writing about homophobia. And I’ll read from the story Normal in my novel Flying with Amelia, a fictionalized account of a real event from my own childhood. We’ll have young writers reading their words as well (details TBA). Admission to the event is by donation, with funds raised to benefit the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Wear pink! There’s one more day in February I didn’t mention. In the UK, February 8 is National Libraries Day. Which sounds like a worthwhile thing to celebrate, wherever you live. Anne DeGrace is the Adult Services Coordinator at the Nelson Public Library. Check This Out runs every other week. For more visit www.nelsonlibrary.ca.
For more information call 250-354-5362
Kokanee Physiotherapy would like to welcome Joe Melo MPT, BHK to our treatment team. Joe earned his Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia after completing a Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree in 2007. During his time working in private practice in Vancouver, he pursued post-graduate certifications in acupuncture (CAFCI), manual therapy, Functional Movement SystemsTM, and K-Taping. Joe’s treatment approach utilizes manual therapy, education, dry needling, and corrective exercises to help patients achieve their unique therapy goals. He has a special interest in working with paediatric patients and athletes of all ages and skill levels. New clients always welcome. Quality, individualized care in a relaxed environment.
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801 B Front Street
250-352-7030
Built with quality and craftsmanship making it both environmentally sound and efficient. Some of the features include triple glazed windows, laminate flooring, natural gas outlets in the kitchen and on deck for BBQs, stone countertops and high end energy efficient appliances. Units are 1-3 bedrooms (some with dens). Prices range from
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Cell 250-354-9262
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Southworth is a musical Renaissance man
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In order to survive in what is a highly competitive industry, Selkirk College Music and Technology Program alumni Mike Southworth has become a musical Renaissance man. The man behind North Vancouver’s Collide Entertainment has combined his love for music, formal training at Selkirk and contagious enthusiasm into a multi-faceted business that provides a valuable resource to established and up-andcoming Canadian talent. Southworth’s skills as a recording engineer and producer are in demand in the highly competitive Lower Mainland market. His company provides music recording, music video production, film and television edMORINEE iting, post producONLstar.com tion, film scoring, nelson promotion assistance, project consulting, and grant writing. “After moving to Vancouver, I quickly learned that you need to do more than one thing if you are going to make a living,” says Southworth. Southworth grew up in Salmon Arm where a passion for keeping the beat was born early. Drums became his outlet and by junior high he knew that music was going to be
Mike Southworth graduated from Selkirk College’s Music and Technology photo courtesy Mike Southworth Program in 2000. his chosen pathway. After graduating from high school, he made Selkirk College his next stop in making it happen. After graduating in 2000, Southworth took his skills to Vancouver where he continued to pursue life as a working musician. He joined the musician’s union, played in a couple of bands and took corporate gigs when he could get them. To pay the bills, Southworth continued to work as a recording engineer in the small studio he set up in his apartment. By 2005, Southworth realized his best shot at a steady pay-
cheque was to take his skills to a new level and set up a formal studio in the back of a music school being operated by a friend. It didn’t take long before Southworth’s engineering abilities and growing resume of new skills were being noticed by the independent music community in Vancouver. Still only 33-years-old, Southworth’s career in the music industry is beating full speed. Though it’s not the place he predicted he would end up, he has discovered that continually building skills is the best way to survive.
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Nordic Ski Club hosts Kootenay Cup races Although preparation for of the season, the meet gave spring/summer activities is skaters another opportunity underway, don’t let the spring to have their performances like temperatures out there rated by a team of judges as fool you into believing winter well as an opportunity to pass is over. High Test and Elements evalNot so, as there’s still uations. Club members are plenty of local winter time building towards hitting their fun to be had. I’m told even peaks for the STARSkate though there’s been little new Super Senior Series Final in snow the ski conditions are Kelowna this March where still great. provincial champions at all The Nelson Nordic Ski levels will be crowned. For skaters competing at Club is hosting its annual Teck Kootenay Cup on Sun- STAR 4 and over, their marks day, February 2. There will will also count towards qualibe race categories for all ages fying for the Provincial Defrom U5 to Masters. The velopment Camp later this race is freestyle technique so year. The next major event you can skate or classic but for club members is the West most will be skating. There Kootenay Regional Chamwill even be an easy course pionship February 1 to 3 in for the recreational skiers Beaver Valley. q Talking of spring sport that is 7.5 km. Everyone is invited to participate, have preparation, Nelson Youth some great food, perhaps Soccer is in full swing of win a draw prize but most registration for the season of all enjoy the fun. If anyone starting April 22. would like to volunteer at the Registration for REP Socrace, please contact Louise cer is today (Friday January Poole at klpoole@shaw.ca or 31). A commitment to the call the ski club and leave a Rep program (11 to 18-yearsmessage. old in 2014) includes Rep To register for the race go practices twice a week, to https://zone4.ca/onlinereg. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and asp?id=6343. Bib pick up is travelling several weekends at 10 a.m. Bunnies and At- to tournaments across BC oms (7 and under) start at and the north-west USA. For 10:30 a.m. All other ages U11 and U12 REP players it is also mandatory to play in start at 11 a.m. q With a slate of 14 com- House league. petitors, the Nelson Figure Therefore, attendance at Skating Club tested its mettle House games and practices against other regional clubs is required. For U13 to U18 at the West Kootenay Invita- REP players, House league tional Competition January is optional. Cost: Rep tryout 17 to 19 in Rossland. The registration $30 plus tournasecond major competition ment costs and House regis3.25 x 4.7
tration fee when applicable. NYSA House registration is also open with a fee of $155. Deadline for early bird fee of $125 is March 1. Every House player will receive a full uniform kit (jersey, shorts and socks). Shinpads and outdoor soccer shoes are responsibility of the player. Volunteer coaches are needed. Join the fun and lead our youth to a better understanding of the game of
soccer. Professional coaching support is available. q Last but not least, Nelson KidSport is able to raise their annual grant amounts once again. Thanks to the past year of generous local donations, provincial government grant, and the Hyundai Hockey program, the local chapter can increase the annual amount from $250 per year, per child to $275. This allows a child to
use that entire amount on one sport or divide it up accordingly over the year. For information, criteria or application forms please go to www.nelsonsports.ca. The annual appreciation reception night for supporters and donors is happening on February 1 at the Nelson Leafs game against Fernie. Give them a round of applause for supporting our local kids.
Wayne Germaine
250.354.2814
$219,900
RELAX IN BALFOUR This is a 1980 Moduline with an addition that includes a pantry, master bedroom with ensuite and double garage. Wood siding with new roof, nicely maintained. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Covered front porch and huge back deck. Just over 1/3 of an acre at the end of the road. Gorgeous yard with mature landscaping.
KAAP has rescue cats and dogs, puppies and kittens, available for adoption. All KAAP pets are spayed/neutered and vaccinated, for an adoption fee. Please call Daryl at 250-551-1053 or visit www.kaap.ca.
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This sweet 5 year old girl is sweet and cuddly. She needs a new home due to family allergies. Lavender would do well in a quiet family, perhaps as an only pet. For more details call KAAP at 250-551-1053.
wayne@valhallapathrealty.com
Robert Goertz
250.354.8500
$199,000
Great value for this 110-year-old home located in the town of Procter. A short walk to the general store and beach, it has lots of personality and offers an opportunity to expand on its delightful character. This 3-bedroom home features a wrap around veranda, a private yard and wood floors.
robert@valhallapathrealty.com BIG HOUSE, BIG PROPERTY, BIG VALUE
$389,900
5-bed, 3-bath home in a quiet neighborhood in Castlegar. This home offers a gourmet kitchen, Japanese cherry wood flooring, generous room sizes, luxurious bathrooms, efficient heating and cooling system, on- demand hot water and much, much more. This all sits on a massive landscaped lot offering privacy and great sun exposure. Located close to transit, parks and schools and listed far below its assessment this is an opportunity you will not want to miss.
norm@valhallapathrealty.com TREMENDOUS TOWNHOME
Lev Zaytsoff
250.354.8443
$299,000
Bright, 3-bed, 2-bath townhome move in ready. The diverse floor plan can accommodate any age group with the ability to live on the main floor. This home offers a spacious main floor, an open kitchen, spacious room sizes and a bright walkout basement This will not last long see it today!
Steven Skolka
250-354-3031
$447,777
KAAP is pleased to announce that we have funding available from the Osprey Community Foundation to help spay-neuter cats owned by low income families. If you live in Areas E or F, you may be eligible for assistance. Please contact KAAP at contact@kaap.ca or call 250-352-2008. Thank you to the Osprey Community Foundation for their generous support of animal welfare.
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TRANQUILITY BY THE RIVER
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This artisan custom home is nestled right in the wild and enchanted ‘S’ bend of the Slocan River 15 minutes from Nelson. The perfect retreat for tranquility and peace or swim, fish or kayak right from home! Built in 2007, this home has many features including river views, custom railings, huge beams, woodstove, custom shower and a heated concrete floor!
steven@valhallapathrealty.com
Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society
www.kaap.ca • 250.551.1053 Wondering how to donate to help KAAP pets? The Kootenay Co-op store in Nelson has a KAAP “Till Card”. When you pay for your purchases, just ask to swipe the KAAP till card, and $2 will be gratefully received. Thank you!
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For facials, footcare, waxing, nails, brows and lashes call 250.354.3290.
ADOPT a RESCUE PET in 2014!
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Hairdressing and Esthetics programs are now taking appointments for the salons located at the Silver King Campus. This year’s class of skilled and professional students offer a full range of options for women and men.
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Kristina Little
250-509-2550
$379,900
Style and comfort at an affordable price. The backyard of this 4-bed / 3-bath home is an extension of the open concept floor plan which flows easily from room to room. The lower level converts easily into a 1-bedroom in-law suite. Bamboo floors, clean lines and contemporary style are some of the features that make this home incomparable at this price.
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Friday, January 31, 2014 Nelson Star
Jan. 31, 2014
COUNCIL UPDATES
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT NEWS
City forges on despite RDCK set back
Snow Plow Know How
“There is a lot of cross-over between the three levels of government,” says Mayor Dooley, “so why not make it easier for the public, and all reside in the same building?”
Also!… Due to recently revised transit routes, some of the streets that were plowed first in previous winters, won’t be plowed first this winter. Check the city’s website, at nelson.ca, under the “Residents’ tab, and click on ‘Transit’ for details on the new routes.
The City of Nelson says it will continue to look for innovative and cost-effective ways to provide improved services to local residents, despite the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s recent rejection of a City proposal that Mayor John Dooley and Council felt was an incredible opportunity for the RDCK and the public. The City had offered the Regional District a chance to move to 310 Ward Street, and to be a part of the very successful co-location model the City shares with the Province of BC.
Council believed that the plan would have saved taxpayers in both the City of Nelson and the region money, and provided the public with a convenient one-stop centre for all their local government related services. The City’s proposal to the Regional District is posted at www.nelson.ca.
Giving Culture And Heritage A Hand Up
The City and its Cultural Development Commission will be devoting up to 35 per cent of the Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiative funding to local arts, culture and heritage projects. The deadline for submitting your group’s project proposal applications is March 3. Applicants will be invited to make their presentation to Council at the April 14, Committee of the Whole meeting. More info? Contact the Regional District, 250-352-6665, or e-mail jmadelung@rdck.bc.ca. Applications can be downloaded from the RDCK website at www.rdck.bc.ca
Hey Heritage Lovers: Walk This Way
With BC Heritage Week just around the corner, Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History is excited to announce the creation of a new downtown Heritage Walking Tour. The brochure was created by Robert Inwood, Brenton Raby, Patricia Rogers and Margaret Stacey with printing by Hall’s Printing and funding from the BC Heritage Legacy Fund and the City of Nelson. The brochure encompasses the majority of the downtown core including additional historical information to create more interest in the City as a whole. Heritage Week runs Feb. 17-23. For more info or to inquire about distribution, click on www.touchstonesnelson.ca
FINANCE
Sidewalk Snow Removal
The City’s sidewalk snow plowing program states that only designated, high traffic sidewalks will be plowed of snow by the Operations Department. Of the streets in the program, only one side the sidewalk will be cleared of snow. A sidewalk snow plow map is available on the City of Nelson’s web page. Every business owner or resident shall remove accumulation of snow or ice upon sidewalks not later than 11:00 am, daily (except Sundays for businesses).
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE YEAR THAT WAS 2013… We Asked City of Nelson Department Heads: What were your top accomplishments over the last 12 months? NELSON FIRE DEPARTMENT “For sure our 100 anniversary celebrations, as well as the BC Fire Chief meeting, celebrating the province’s inaugural meeting, in 1907, right here in Nelson. Our Wildfire Pubic education and prevention efforts in some of the interface areas around town this year too.” Simon Grypma, Fire Chief
NELSON HYDRO “The Rosemont Substation construction project. The old station of 50+ years was demolished and a new station built on the same site. Our EcoSave Program was a highlight too. Over 400 homeowners have signed up.” Alex Love, Nelson Hydro General Manager
LIBRARY
Budget 2014 — You Need To Get Involved!
It’s that time of year for Nelson residents and the fine folks in the City’s Finance Department… In what you could describe as a fiscal juggling act of both dollars and sense, City Council is asking the public to share its thoughts on the 2014 City of Nelson budget. Have you got any thoughts on where to spend what? Share them! There’ll be preliminary budget meetings Tuesday, Feb. 4 and Tuesday Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Council Chambers, at City Hall. There’ll also be a budget open house at the Nelson Library, Thursday Feb. 27, with two sessions planned from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., then again from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. City CFO Colin McClure will provide a concise overview of the budget starting at 7 p.m.
NELSON HYDRO NEWS Power Outage! Do You Know What To Do?
Safe to say, most Canadians rely on electrical power. Fallen trees, high winds, freezing rain, snow storms and even automobile crashes can damage power lines and cause power outages that may last anywhere from several hours to a few days. An extended loss of power during the winter months can result in cold, damp homes and challenging living conditions.
“Use of eBooks is up 150% this year! We’re even more people-friendly as well, with more places to sit quietly or with others. We’re also reaching out with more local partnerships. Our Community Reference Desk brings Nelson’s hardworking groups to you… 76% of Nelson residents are library cardholders.” June Stockdale, Chief Librarian
NELSON POLICE DEPARTMENT “One of the highlights of 2013 was the Risk Management Seminar we held with the RCMP legal advisor for NPD staff and volunteers and our many community partners. The first-ever Nelson Police Board Citizen Recognition and Award Night was a great success, as was our school lockdown training, which was part of the School District’s Critical Incident Response program.” Paul Burkart, Deputy Chief Constable, Nelson Police Department
NELSON YOUTH CENTRE
“NDYC has focused on attracting new user groups and diversifying services. There are more youth aged 11-to-14 here, and new programs like Rosemont Skate Club, Magic the Gathering, SPARK! and MAXTivity. The Nelson City Campground, NDYC’s own social enterprise, helped over 100 youth secure employment this year.” Christine Schmidt, Nelson and District Youth Centre Manager
Homeowners can protect their homes against frost damage by installing standby heating systems that permit continued occupancy throughout a winter storm emergency. The consequences of power loss can be minimized by taking the following necessary precautions:
• Determine whether the power outage is affecting only your home or whether it includes your neighbors. If your neighbor still has power, check your circuit breaker panel or fuse box.
OPERATIONS AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
• If your circuit breaker panel or fuse box has not tripped off, call the Nelson Hydro Outage Phone Line at 1-877-324-9376 to report the outage. • If you see a downed power line, please call immediately with the exact location. Keep back a minimum of 10 metres (33 feet) from the wires or anything in contact with the wires, and warn others of the danger. Always assume lines are energized.
While it’s been a lean winter for snow thus far, you should make sure to remember the City’s snowplow protocol. From Nov. 1 to April 30 each year, vehicles must be parked on the odd-numbered side of the street on odd-numbered dates; and be parked on the even-numbered side of the street on even-numbered dates, within residential zones, to allow the City’s snow clearing operations to plow close to the curbs and maintain maximum street width. Unattached trailers and unlicensed vehicles are not allowed to be parked on city streets at any time of year.
Over the Christmas holidays, Eastern Canada experienced prolonged hydro outages, with some customers being without power for up to eight days. Here in the West Kootenay, we’re exposed to wind storms, snow storms and forest fires that could result in a significant outage. Nelson Hydro strives to minimize the outage time that customers experience, however, we also encourage our customers to be prepared for emergencies. For more info on emergency preparedness, click on nelson.ca, embc.gov.bc.ca/em or getprepared.gc.ca.
(Public Works, Water/Sewer, Parks, Transit, vehicle fleet maintenance)
“The incredible Rosemont skatepark, Davies Street playground and washroom and Seventh Street Park. Plus, we made great strides in upgrading the City’s water and sewer system. We re-lined over six kilometres of sewer pipe and two kilometres of leaky old water line.” Jim Dinwoodie, Manager of Operations
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AND SUSTAINABILITY
“It was a busy year for us: steady numbers of building permits and development permits, policy work, and participation in the Hall Street Corridor project. Our major accomplishments? Adoption of a new Official Community Plan, and excellent progress on the creation of a new Zoning Bylaw, to be finished by early 2014.” Dave Wahn, Manager, Development Services
Happy Holiday! Family Day is Monday, Feb. 10. That means there’ll be office closures at the following locations: City Hall, Nelson Hydro, the Operations Department and the Nelson Public Library As for Nelson Transit Service…Nelson Transit busses will not be running on Family Day. If you have any questions, please call (250) 352-8228 or 1-855-993-3100