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The Regional District of Central Kootenay unanimously adopted its 2014 budget Thursday with a 1.4 per cent tax decrease, thanks to the discovery of a big surplus. Chair John Kettle said they will use a reserve of over $1 million in the regional district’s general administration fund, which all areas pay into, to offset taxes this year and next. “I’m a proponent of taxing for what we need when we need it,” he said. “Others say you’re always going to have shortfalls, so carry any surplus forward. But we split it down the middle and I’m happy.” Chief financial officer Stuart Horn said keeping reserves often makes sense, but not in this instance. “Something like waste, you’d want to keep a bit extra on hand to make sure you have enough in case something big comes up. A service like [general administration] is staff costs, director costs — there aren’t a lot of what ifs.” How much you actually end up paying depends on where you live and what services you receive, but Horn said there weren’t a lot of changes over last year. Continued on Page 12

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Van will help family in need Province-wide fundraising efforts led to the purchase of a wheelchair accessible van that is going to make getting around much easier for a six-year-old living in Nelson.

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A costly specialized van that will help one Nelson mother move around her six-year-old son arrived in Nelson this month — thanks to funds raised. Cari Julien is an occupational therapist with Kootenay Kids Society. She helped raise money for the $54,000 vehicle that the family would not have been able to afford but needed desperately. “This is a once in a lifetime chance for this family to get this kind of van,” said Julien. “She would never be able to afford this van independently.” Holly St. Pierre’s son Todd was born with his corpus callosum not formed properly and along with using a wheel chair, he has many other

pieces of equipment that help him in his everyday life. He has equipment that helps him learn to walk, other equipment that helps him crawl and a little car that helps him move around. “The mother has a bad back so putting everything in their little car was just too difficult,” said Julien. Funders for the van from around the province include President’s Choice, Giving in Action, Variety and CKNW Orphans’ Fund. Upkeep of the 2013 Chevy van will also be costly so Julien hopes service and parts stores in Nelson will come on board with offers to help. So far, OK Tire has donated along with Napa Auto Parts. The local Real Canadian Wholesale Club also donated $7,500.

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All those who worked toward this goal will celebrate on April 3 at 12:15 p.m. at the Wholesale Club on Lakeside Drive. It’s an exciting development for those who’ve been working with the family who often goes to Vancouver to see specialists. “They often need to bring their equipment so the van will help with transportation of the equipment and people that can assist during those visits,” said Julien. The St. Pierre’s also like to be outdoors and camp so a van makes this a more easily achievable outing, she added. “This van provides ease of access to the community and just helps expand their experience around the West Kootenay.”

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While serving in the air force during World War II, Eric Smith was “dragged out of bed” one day and told he was going on a blind date. He and another fellow were invited to a house party in Darlington, about seven miles from where they were stationed in northeast England. There he met Greta Harrison. “Then,” he recalls. “I started visiting.” “He knocked at the door and said he’d like to take my mother to the movies,” Greta says. “My mother said ‘Well I’ve seen it’ — she didn’t really ask what it was — ‘but you can take Greta.’” Eric sweetened the offer, literally, with a box of chocolates. After going together for a year, he proposed on a train ride between London and Darlington, and they married in the local church on March 23, 1944 — 70 years ago this week. Eric was 25 and Greta 21. The ceremony was small; it was war time, after all. Jerry Grieves, who came from a small town in Alberta and worked with Eric in the air force, was best man. They’ve only seen him once since, years ago, and don’t know if he’s still alive. However, another Canadian who was at the ceremony is still around and not far away: Tudor Rutherglen, then in the army, now lives at Jubilee Manor. The Smiths spent their first night as a married couple at the Strand Palace Hotel in London and honeymooned in Torquay before returning to Darlington where they rented the second floor of a house. “I wore civilian clothes and went to work on my motorcycle,” Eric says. “I fixed aircraft in the hangar and had a motorcycle business at the back. That’s how we carried on until the end of the war.” There was no doubt they would move to Canada, but Eric stayed behind for two months while Greta travelled in a ship full of war brides. “I still remember going in that boat from Liverpool to Halifax,” she says. “Then five days across country by train. Eric’s parents met me and we got along fine.” The couple lived at Longbeach, at first in a renovated shack formerly home to relief camp workers, and Eric held many different jobs in mining, forestry, and construction. Greta’s parents visited several times until

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Eric and Greta Smith celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on March 23. The couple lived in Longbeach for more than 60 years but have since moved to Nelson. they got tired of going back and forth and moved to Canada. Eric and Greta moved to Nelson a few years ago, though their Longbeach property remains in the family. They have four children: Valerie, a retired nurse in Penticton; Erica, a retired social worker in Salmon Arm; Brian, who just retired after a 35-year career with Air Canada and lives on Vancouver Island; and his twin sister Daphne, who teaches at South Nelson Elementary. “They have a practical, positive outlook on life,” Daphne says of her parents.

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“They never stressed or fussed about a lot of things. I think that’s a secret to being together a long time. They respected each other and had good health. Even now in their 90s they’re healthy.” The couple marked their anniversary quietly; family gatherings are planned in the summer. Asked for hints to making a marriage last, Eric defers to Greta. “Sheer determination,” she laughs. “We never had any problems. We still get along all right.”

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Council approved a controversial set of variances to allow the first eightplex to be built at Nelson Landing — with some new conditions attached. At a special meeting Monday night, Nelson city council agreed to require that the development have at least five parking spaces for public use, and that a covenant be placed on the property to allow the city to request at anytime that the owner construct a sidewalk through the development. Development manager David Wahn explained that it makes more sense to require the sidewalk at a later phase of construction on the site because it would be too onerous to connect the single eightplex to the existing sidewalk network. These added requirements come in light of significant public outcry from people living near the Sproat Drive development site. Neighbours were also concerned about the developer’s request to narrow the width of the roadway and waterfront pathway. But council al-

lowed those variances to go ahead unchanged. “There are many examples of narrow roads in many countries and other places in BC,” councillor Donna Macdonald told 103.5 The Bridge following the meeting. “It can work really well to calm the traffic and encourage smaller vehicles and a safer environment.” The only councillor to vote against the variance requests was Robin Cherbo who said his main concern was how congested the future Nelson Landing development would be. But Macdonald said the city stands to benefit from seeing Nelson Landing built up. She pointed out that the section of waterfront pathway connecting John’s Walk to Red Sands Beach will be completed by the developer and donated back to the city, along with the finished roadway and some parkland, including Red Sands Beach. The Nelson Landing development, a 13-acre, lakeside development site on former Kootenay Forest Products land, could eventually grow to include more than more than 200 residences and multi-use buildings.

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An initiative to help local governments in the Kootenays reduce their greenhouse gas emissions is preparing to “gracefully fade away.” Carbon Neutral Kootenays, created in early 2009 in response to BC’s Climate Action Charter, will wind down operations in the next three months, according to executive director Dale Littlejohn. “After assisting local governments across the Columbia Basin and Boundary with their emissions, we’ve successfully transferred most of the capacity to do that into the local governments and so the external assistance isn’t needed as much anymore,” he told 103.5 The Bridge. Carbon Neutral Kootenays is a partnership between the three Kootenay regional districts and the Columbia Basin Trust. However, it was never meant to be permanent, Littlejohn said. The Climate Action Charter origi-

nally called on BC local governments to commit to climate neutrality by 2012, but only three of the 31 local governments in the Kootenays, including New Denver, achieved this goal through the purchase of offsets from the Darkwoods forest on Kootenay Lake. However, Littlejohn said most others have set aside reserve funds to reduce energy emissions in their operations and across the community in lieu of offset. “It’s not technically carbon neutral but it’s in the spirit of and working towards being carbon neutral.” Littlejohn said reaching actual neutrality without offsets may be possible over the long term with the replacement of capital assets, such as boilers and vehicles. “You’re not going to eliminate fossil fuels from all municipal operations overnight, but when you look at 10, 20, 30 years, it starts to be a little more possible,” he said.

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‘Man in Motion’ by Denis Kleine is among the sculptures that have been on display in downtown Nelson for the past year. Emilee Zaitsoff photo

Baker Street sculpture swap Baker Street’s gallery of outdoor sculptural art is soon to see a swap. And, according to Nelson’s cultural development officer Joy Barrett, if you fell in love with one of the existing sculptures, this is your chance to own or lease it, and extend your enjoyment. “We have had a very positive response to the public art downtown,” says Barrett. “Now it’s time to bring in new ones, but if residents or businesses want to keep one of these unique pieces of art in the city, please contact me right away.” Five sculptures currently grace the downtown — Venus de Cello by Peter Vogelaar, Seated Couple by Rick Haugen, Man in Motion by Denis Kleine, Man Waiting by Sergio Raffo, and Dancing Myself by Rabi’a. All will come down in the first week of April, to be replaced by five new works of art that will beautify the downtown for another year. The downtown sculpture program, a partnership between the City of Nelson and Castlegar Sculpturewalk, has proven to be a cost-effective way to increase public art in the community. The initiative stemmed from the input of Nelson citizens during open house sessions prior to the creation of the City’s Sustainable Waterfront and Downtown Master Plan. “Our streets are now reflecting what we already know — that Nelson is a creative and artistic community — and we are proud to showcase the impressive talent of the artists in our area,” Barrett says. This initiative has been championed by the City of Nelson’s cultural development committee, which is dedicated to the development, promotion and enhancement of Nelson’s art and culture sector. Barrett can be reached at cultural@nelson.ca.

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Nelson police nabbed two suspects responsible for graffiti last week with one having a documented history of defacing public and private property. In the early morning hours of March 20, an officer of the Nelson Police Department observed large fresh graffiti tags in the 300 block of Herridge Lane. “The paint used to produce the tags was still tacky and running down the walls,” said Sgt. Brian Weber in a press release. With a second officer joining in the search, the two followed tracks in freshly fallen snow. “The officer was able to put his highly developed ‘man tracking’ skills to use and followed the fresh sign from the first tag to a second, garden fresh graffiti tag,” he said. “With their noses to the ground the officers continued to follow the footprints in the snow to a discarded paint can and lid.” The footprints continued in the new snow for blocks, over city streets, sidewalks, through private property, through businesses and a schoolyard. They tracked the suspect to a private residence about 10 blocks from the first graffiti discovery. As a result of the investigation, an adult male suspect with a documented history of

Nelson Rotary Club members paint trees over graffiti in Herridge Lane, but last week a tagger decided to put his mark on top of their work. Police caught the man responsible. Sam Van Schie photo

graffiti in Nelson was identified. He may be facing a criminal charge for mischief. The matter is still under investigation. The following night, the same officer continued his graffiti-fighting spree and observed a young Nelson man marking a building on Josephine Street. He was stopped and arrested and search uncovered a black marker. “The suspect assured the officer that he was an artist,” said Weber. As the officer gathered further evidence and contemplated recommending a criminal charge of mischief against the male, the suspect offered a sincere apology and sought an informal resolution.

The officer decided to give the suspect a chance of redemption and explained that as long as the tag was removed and the wall was restored to the original condition by the following day, he wouldn’t proceed with criminal charges. The wall was restored by the following evening. “There is no denying that Nelson displays its fair share of graffiti,” said Weber. “Some people see these tags as a creative art form while others view the tags as the defacing of a beautiful community. Whatever side of the fence you see the issue from there is no denying that the application of graffiti to public or private property without expressed permission may constitute criminal mischief.”

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It has been over a week since the last robbery in the West Kootenay after a spate of armed robberies in Castlegar and Salmo over the last six months left banks and businesses looking over their shoulders and the RCMP on alert. But the brief respite from the holdups doesn’t mean anyone is ready to relax yet. “We’re still working, following leads and making some progress,” said Corporal Kent Drover, of the RCMP’s General Investigation Section (GIS). “This is going to take some time. “We’ve been getting lots of tips from the public after the screen shots of the suspect went out after the three robberies,” said Drover. “It has helped us eliminate some possible suspects but at this point it hasn’t lead to a positive identification of the person responsible.” The string of robberies began last November when a single male suspect robbed the Paragon Pharmacy in Castlegar at gunpoint, escaping with cash and prescription

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drugs, it was followed by the holdup of the Salmo branch of the Kootenay Savings Credit Union (KSCU) in February of this year and two more incidents in Castlegar with the robbery of Johnny’s Groceries and Gas in Robson in early March and the downtown Castlegar branch of KSCU last week. There are similarities in the description of the suspect in each case but nothing conclusive enough for the RCMP to determine whether or not it is the same individual committing the crimes. Last Friday a suspect was taken into custody in Kelowna who is believed to be responsible for a series of robberies in that area. The individual is of a similar age to the suspect in the West Kootenay thefts but RCMP aren’t currently linking the Okanagan holdups and recent events in the West Kootenay. “We’re not making any connections at this time,” said Drover. “They had been experiencing some robberies in the Okanagan but there were some different circumstances there.”

With regards to the West Kootenay robberies, Drover said that the RCMP have been in regular contact with local banks and businesses, encouraging them to remain vigilant and that the public’s contribution has been of benefit to the ongoing investigation. In the most recent Castlegar KCSU robbery the suspect escaped with an undisclosed amount of US cash but at this point the RCMP don’t feel that is a significant detail. “We don’t believe he was intending to cross the border but we have let institutions know to watch for someone exchanging larger amounts of money,” Drover said. “Banks often handle US cash, for Americans travelling here or Canadians travelling to the US. It’s not really unusual. He was probably just grabbing what was available at the time.” For now, the RCMP will continue to follow the leads which have already arisen in the case and are encouraging any member of the public who sees anything suspicious to report to their local RCMP detachment.

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The recycling depot at the Nelson transfer station could remain open for the immediate future. Uli Wolf, the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s general manager of environmental services, told 103.5 The Bridge they are hoping to preserve some recycling services at the present site once the transfer station is moved to a new location west of the city. The move comes as Multi Material BC refuses to allow the RDCK to become part of an industry stewardship program legislated by the provincial government for the time being. As a result, the RDCK has agreed to continue providing recycling services for at least a year. Wolf said the RDCK has little choice but to continue its current programs. “Our current depot is at the current Nelson transfer station so we are working with the city to come to an agreement to con-

The RDCK is hoping to keep the recycling depot at the Nelson Transfer Nelson Star file photo Station open for the immediate future. tinue, temporarily, the depot in that location,” said Wolf. But that deal would only include the recycling depot. “We will vacate the rest of the property. There is some consideration given to have a portion of it for alternative use, but that is in the early stage of investigation.” The move should be completed by summer. “We are, as well, looking at some of the issues surround-

ing the contamination of the neighbouring site and this site but in general we will get our equipment off that site by late summer and have all our equipment moved to the new transfer station which we hope to have operational in July,” Wolf said. What has yet to be determined is if the new transfer station will also have a recycling depot on site. “We are limited for space but it is under discus-

sion to have a smaller one for the immediate rural area,” explained Wolf. The current transfer station is located on CPR lands and discussions are ongoing about remediating the site. While there are still hurdles to clear, Wolf said a recycling depot is a priority. “Both the City of Nelson and the RDCK have a real interest to continue to have a depot close to, or within, city limits. I’m sure we will come up with a solution.” Running the programs will be costly, but the plan is to invoice MMBC. “The hopes that they outright pay that invoice are little,” Wolf said, “but I think it exemplifies to the general public and this organization that we continue to have a cost for something they really carry the obligation for.” Wolf said they will bill for the full cost to the RDCK, which last year was a little over $1 million.

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the launch earlier this month of Black Press reporter a campaign against MMBC by The NDP is accusing the pro- a coalition of business groups, vincial government of handing including the newspaper indusover control of BC’s blue box re- try, who say they can’t afford to cycling system to Toronto-based pay high fees imposed under the multinational executives who new system. will be unaccountable while BC “The Liberal government businesses and households pay loves to claim they’re getting higher costs. rid of red tape,” she said in Opposition small business an interview Monday. “So it’s critic Lana Popham raised the quite ironic because MMBC is issue of Multi Material BC in a Godzilla-sized red tape monthe Legislature Monday, call- ster.” ing on the province to change Although MMBC is regiscourse before the agency’s new tered as a society, Popham called system for recycling packaging it a “dummy corporation” beand printed paper takes effect cause two of its three directors May 19. are Toronto-based senior execu“If government doesn’t take tives with Loblaws and Unilever, a step back, BC’s recycling sys- while the third is MMBC mantem is going to end up in a giant aging director Allan Langdon. dumpster,” Popham said. The Saanich South NDP “The control of recycling MLA said the province should should never have been out- force MMBC to give BC stakesourced to the large corporate holders majority control. interests based in Ontario and Popham said the MMBC sysabroad. This is a profound fail- tem will be “dangerously close ure.xThis needsFont to beSize: to 30 monopoly” resulting in less .5” 2.5”program | Maximum pt paused and the entire concept competititon and innovation in reconsidered.” recycling. Popham’s comments follow She also said municipalities

have been pressured into signing contracts with inadequate compensation for their costs, the threat of penalties for contamination and a gag clause. MMBC’s new recycling fees on businesses will be passed along to consumers through higher prices, Popham said, calling it a “hidden tax” that won’t be transparent to consumers. Meanwhile, she says cities are unlikely to rebate property taxes that households already pay for recycling. “The slogan for MMBC should probably be ‘Recycle once, but pay twice.’” In some cities where MMBC won’t provide services, such as Kamloops, residents will pay for nothing, Popham added. MMBC says it will take new types of containers and packaging not collected in BC before. But Popham noted glass will no longer be collected curbside in many cities and there’s little evidence the system will improve recycling rates overall. She said a smarter approach

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would have been to extend the beverage can deposit-refund system to more containers, such as milk cartons and laundry detergent jugs. Liberal MLA Eric Foster (Vernon Monashee) responded in the Legislature, saying the province made changes to exempt most businesses from MMBC fees and paperwork if they earn less than $1 million in revenue, generate less than one tonne per year of packaging, or operate as a single outlet. “We’ve got all kinds of validation on this — chambers of commerce, local government, opportunities for local government to either continue the way they’re doing it or to have MMBC put their contractors in there to pick up,” said Foster, who serves on the government’s environment and land use committee. “MMBC came forward as an opportunity to change people’s way of doing business and to put the onus on the original producers of the waste product or the recyclable product to reduce.”

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Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Nelson Star

Editorial

Editor: Kevin Mills Publisher: Karen Bennett

Our View

Too much action

It’s said that any publicity is good publicity, but the sort we’ve been getting of late is not the kind we’re looking for by any stretch of the imagination. Events like armed robberies are startling, and jolt us out of our peaceful West Kootenay comfort zone. They instill a helpless sense of urgency among us. If the trend were to continue (heaven forbid), that sense of urgency could, in time, be replaced by the numb cynicism so familiar in communities like Surrey and Abbotsford. If there are two possible sources of comfort in the alarming occurence of local serious crime — one of them is the professionalism of our local police. There may as yet be no arrests and no one in custody, but that’s not to suggest the latest forensic procedures are not being combined with energetic manpower to solve the cases.

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The other factor that could be seen as encouraging (just a possibility, mind you) is the chance that the same culprit or culprits are behind the rash of robberies, and that the wave will fizzle about the time they’re brought to justice. In the meantime, it’s not too likely the emergency vehicles with the blue lights will be followed too closely, not by people from this publication, at least. Law enforcement may appreciate information, but any other kind of help is not on their wish list. If anyone used to complain about dull news days in this cozy corner of the province, let’s hope they can be reacquainted with those familiar doldrums... devoid of certain kinds of ACTION... manhunts, etc. And let’s hope it can happen soon. — Castlegar News

This photo, called “Kayak Adventure on Kootenay Lake” comes from Laura Salmon who posted it on our Facebook site. Every Wednesday, the Nelson Star will publish a reader’s photo based on a weekly theme. To share a photo with us, post it to Instagram (#nsreaderphotos) or at facebook.com/ nelsonstarnews under the reader photo challenge post. Next week’s theme is “Signs of Spring” so let’s see those birds in your yard and the blossoms coming up.

Uncommon Knowledge – Greg Nesteroff

Kuskonook and the Alfred Manson family

am now even more convinced a mystery photo in Kaslo’s Kootenay Lake Archives shows the railway boomtown of Kuskonook in 1898. To recap: the photo was originally labelled “Three Forks, 1892” then relabelled Ainsworth, then Three Forks again. Victoria researcher Peter Smith asked my opinion; I concluded it was most likely Kuskonook, based largely on a sign that read “Klondyke Hotel, A. Manson, Prop.” On the 1898 BC voters list, Alfred Manson is named as an hotelkeeper there, and the civic directory confirms it was called the Klondyke. Two noteworthy things happened after the picture appeared in these pages last month. First, Howard Boyle took a photo at Kuskanook (it’s spelled both ways) looking southeast on Highway 3A and compared it with the mystery photo, which shows at least 20 men lined up in front of a series of false-fronted buildings. “The mountain profiles sure match well,” he notes. Once overlaid, the highway appears to cut directly in front of the buildings. “It’s kind of creepy the way it worked out. Looks like the men are waiting for the bus.” Boyle tried the same exercise with the only other early photo of Kuskonook known to exist with equally impressive results. Secondly, I heard from Brian Nicholson of North Vancouver, the great grandson of Alfred Manson, proprietor of the Klondyke Hotel. Nicholson said it was well known in

Kuskonook in 1898. Alfred Manson may be standing in front of his hotel, wearing a white shirt and vest. Photo courtesy Kootenay Lake Archives, Kaslo

his family that Manson ran an hotel at Kuskonook. What’s more, he believes Manson is actually in the photo. “I’m 90 per cent sure that’s him right in front of the hotel with the white shirt and vest,” he said. “He wasn’t tall and if you look at the eyes, they’re quite distinctive.” He wishes his late father, Bill (Nick), was around to see it — he was the family historian

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and taught genealogy at Kwantlen University. Nicholson sent me an excerpt from his father’s memoirs which paint a picture of Nels Alfred (Poppa) Manson. Born in Sweden in 1860 or ‘61, the youngest of seven sons, he came to America when he was 20 and shows up the 1880 census as a farm labourer in Nebraska. However, the next decade of his life is a blur.

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“We understand that he was a drifter, willing to go wherever there was work, leaving little or no trail,” Nick Nicholson wrote. At various times he was an hotelier, free miner and logger. Manson married Anna Christina Olson, a fellow Swedish immigrant, although when and where is unknown. Their first daughter, Lily Elvera, was born in Vernon in 1894, followed by Hazel Alfreda, in Bossburg, Wash. in 1896. The family must have moved to Nelson soon after, for Alfred appears in the 1897 city directory as a bartender at the Grand Hotel. As noted above, they’re in Kuskonook running the Klondyke Hotel in 1898 — possibly so named because Alfred was in the Yukon before the gold rush. By early 1899 they’re back in Nelson and Alfred is running the Grove Hotel in Fairview in partnership with Fred Harmon before buying him out. (The Klondyke Hotel burned down in early 1900 with the rest of Kuskonook, but it’s unclear if the Mansons still owned it at that point.) Two sons, Albert Earl and Carl Leonard, were born in Nelson in 1898 and 1901 respectively. In 1901, Alfred transferred his licence for the Grove to Stephen Bridcott, and moved his family to Frontier, Wash., just south of the Paterson border crossing. He built a house behind the present US customs building that stood until a few years ago. Continued to Page 7

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Letter to the editor Nelson bike shop impresses visitors We are in Nelson for the BC Hockey Provincials with the Victoria Ice Hawks Pee Wee A team. We are here for the week and have lots of time to explore and enjoy Nelson in between games. We have found many amazing coffee shops, restaurants and stores, as well as interesting things to do and see. We have found people to be friendly, helpful and extremely accommodating. We thought we had enjoyed the very best of Nelson hospitality but our incredible experience today at Gerick Cycle and Ski today easily wins the top award for amazing customer service and ensuring an amazing destination experience. Three of our players wanted to go cross country skiing at Nordic in the early afternoon. We made our way to Gerick’s and found a very helpful host in Ross McNamara. Ross outfitted us with gear and provided extremely helpful information on conditions, directions and what to expect when we got there. The most amazing moment though was when Ross solved our transportation problem in getting there by giving us his truck for the afternoon!

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The generosity of spirit which Ross displayed demonstrates not only how deeply invested he is in the customer but also of the destination experience he wants Gerick’s to contribute to for each and every customer. As someone who works in the convention/tourism sector, I can

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say that this experience was second to none and will become my story of choice to demonstrate the true “brand” of Nelson. Thank you Ross for a most incredible day! Jocelyn Jenkyns, Denese Alexander, Jacson, Chris and Tristan

Continued from Page 6 Alfred supplied poles, timbers and mine props to the Rossland mines, loading them on flat cars on the Red Mountain Railway siding at their place. Lily, who began school in Nelson at a Catholic convent kindergarten, attended classes in Rossland, boarding with the Elley family during the week, and going home on the train on weekends. Her other siblings went to school in Paterson. A fifth and final child, Thelma Christina (Tiny), was born in Rossland in 1906. The family left for Vancouver in 1912, where Alfred ran the Crown Hotel on West Cordova. They later moved to Seattle before returning to Vancouver. Nick Nicholson — Lily’s son — recalled his grandfather “was very quiet and had little to say. He smoked cigars and used a toothpick to hold the very short last of it, so as to smoke it as far as he could without getting burned!” He also remembered Alfred had a mining claim in the Bralorne area in the early 1930s named the Amazon but lost it for taxes. Alfred Manson died in Vancouver in 1933 while Alfred Manson married Anna Christina Olson around 1893. his wife Anna died in Seattle in 1944. Photo courtesy of Brian Nicholson

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Community Events Interested in supporting Nelson’s downtown vitality? Join the Nelson Business Association every Thursday at 8 a.m. at the Kootenay Coop meeting room above Hipperson’s Hardware.

SEEDS Sunday gardening education series continues, at Lakeside Park Greenhouse onSunday, April 6 from 1-2:30 p.m. For details call Lee at 250352-3870 or visit seedsnelson. org

The Starry Night Astronomy Program begins its fourth year at Taghum Hall. Have a look at Jupiter and the wonders of the night sky on Friday, March 28, weather permitting. For more, contact Wayne at 250-354-1586.

Friends of the Salmo Public Library are holding their AGM Tuesday, April 8 at 6 p.m. at the Salmo Public Library. All ages welcomed.

Join with citizens in Nelson for the National Day of Action for a new Health Accord. Rally against a federal attack on public medicare: Noon, Monday, March 31 at Nelson City Hall. Bring banners, signs and voices for public medicare. WK Naturalist month-end meeting is Monday, March 31 at 7 p.m., Seniors Centre, Selkirk College Trail Campus. Native Plants for Native Pollinators: Join us for this free presentation to learn simple ways of enhancing native pollinator habitat in your garden. Beautiful slides. Refreshments. Please bring your own cup. More info: 250-362-7424 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, April 2. 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. The Cornerstone Children’s Centre’s second Children’s Carnival Fundraiser goes Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 611 5th Street. This non-profit daycare will be transformed into a wonderland of balloons, carnival games, food and fun! Bring the kids and try the penny pitch, tame the flame firefighters game, dino dig, airplane toss, ring tosses and much more! Lots of exciting prizes as well as free door prizes. Tickets are $0.50 each and all funds will support daycare renovations.

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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 250352-3391 or pick up a complete meeting list at the Cellar during meeting times. 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 about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333. Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society is a seniors’ one-stop centre for free information 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 250-352-6008. Workshops Nelson and District Youth Centre hosts Community Yoga on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This fun evening practice is suitable for all levels, focusing on fluidity empowerment. Admission is by donation ($5 recommended). Yoga for Girls is also offered Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. for ages 12 to 18 for a $2 fee. Ellison’s hosts free workshops every Saturday from 10

to 11 a.m. The topic on March 29 is “Essential Oils 101.” Presented by master herbalist, Colleen Emery, this workshop is a great introduction to using essentials oils in your life, from first aid to helping you relax to boosting your immune system. All women welcome to free classes in March. Melody Parenteau is beginning a brand new Stretch and Strength class entitled Essentrics. Introductory free classes for March are at the Dance Connection in West Arm Plaza on Monday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. Drop in! Bring a towel. Bare feet or clean shoes. No impact. For any questions call Melody at 250-505-3437. Touchstones Nelson is offering a volunteer tour guide training program over five Friday afternoons, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., from March 28 to April 25. Through the training, participants will learn to facilitate interactive tours and hands-on activities with groups of school-aged children and adults. Email Jessica Demers for more information: jessica@ touchstonesnelson.ca. Learn how to decorate Ukrainian Easter Eggs using the traditional method of beeswax and dye. Supplies are included and you get to take home your decorated eggs and kistka. The workshop goes Saturday, March 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Maplerose (390 Baker Street). Cost is $35.00. Please call 250352-5729 to register. Oxygen Art Centre presents new courses with Deborah Thompson and Susan Andrews Grace. Susan is offering Writing What We Love starting on Wednesday, April 2, and running weekly from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for six weeks. Deborah Thompson is offering Following a Line: Figure Drawing and Painting on the weekend of April 5 and 6, and Painting: Modernist Manifestos begins Thursday, April 3 and runs weekly from 4 to 7 p.m. for four weeks. For more info or to register online, see oxygenartcentre. org. To register by phone, call 250-352-2821.

Learn how to needle felt spring decorations such as birds, small animals or fairies. Workshop is at Maplerose (390 Baker Street). Call 250352-5729 to pre-register or for more info. Announcement Friends of West Kootenay Parks is calling for local artists to participate in two 50/50 fundraisers on July 21 and August 23-24 in support of the Kokanee Creek Park Visitors Centre Hire a Student Program. For detailed information contact Ron Robinson by email robinson4065@gmail.com or phone 250-352-9898. MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!) is a free program for families with children between the ages of seven and 13. This 10 week, twice-weekly program promotes healthy eating and physical activity to help families work together towards healthy weights. Next session April 23. For info call 250-5054708. Soles 4 Soles is back in town and asking you to donate your gently used footwear to be donated to people in the midst of extreme poverty and those recovering from natural disasters. All footwear in good condition, including sandals and boots, are gratefully accepted and needed. Please tie shoes together or use elastic bands to hold shoes in pairs, and drop them off at any of the following locations before April 15: Mark’s Work Wearhouse; Save on Foods; Vince DeVito’s Shoes; Valhalla Pure Outfitters; Vogue Portraits & Cameras; Streetclothes Named Desire; Shoes for the Soul; Snowpack; Gaia Rising and Nelson Husky. The Friends of the Nelson Library is collecting children’s books for an upcoming book sale. Donate your clean, gently used picture and chapter books (no magazines), CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays (no videos), jigsaw puzzles and board games (no missing pieces). The KidSized Book Sale will be held at the Library on April 12. All proceeds support the Library’s Grow-A-Reader Program.

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Selkirk College Presents:

Victoria punk band Babysitter plays the Kootenay Co-op Radio basement on Wednesday, March 26 with Tar Holes and New Tron Bomb. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cover is $10.

THE DIGITAL ARTS YEAR END SHOW

Tickets are now on sale at the Hume Hotel for A-Skillz playing Spiritbar with K+Lab and Slynk on March 26. Doors open at 10 p.m.

Friday, April 4th at 8:00 pm Shanti Yoga Studio 237 Baker Street Nelson

Nelson’s own metal warriors, Savage Blade, will celebrate the release of their new album Angel Museum with a free concert at Spiritbar on Friday, March 28. Doors open at 10 p.m.

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Corvidae and Virago exhibition by Pat Fosyth and Flowstones by Spring Shine open at Langham Gallery in Kaslo on Friday, March 28. A reception will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. The shows continue until May 11. Blue Night returns on Friday, March 28. Twelve downtown shops and studios will host free art openings from at least 7 to 9 p.m., including Craft Connection, Tara Davis Studio, John Ward Fine Coffee, Ripping Giraffe, Cotton Creek Clothing, Capitol Theatre, Still Eagle, Green-Light Communications, Shanti Yoga Studio, Cantina Del Centro, Enso Hair Salon and Kutenai Art Therapy Institute. For details see “Blue Night Nelson” on Facebook. Selkirk College presents: The Digital Arts Year End Show on Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. at Shanti Yoga Studio (237 Baker Street). Come celebrate the efforts and talents of the digital arts students.

Talks

Learn more about opposition to pipelines in BC at the “Talk, Music, Action” evening at the Capitol Theatre on Thursday, March 27. Speakers include Geraldine Thomas Flurer, the communications coordinator for the First Nations Yinka Dene Alliance. Brian Rosen and other local musicians will be performing. Tickets are available for $15, or just $5 for students and youth. Find out more on Facebook: Kootenays for a Pipeline-Free BC. The Mir Centre for Peace Lecture Series presents Sally Armstrong, a Canadian journalist who has spent the last 25 years reporting on women in war zones around the world. Her talk, entitled “The Ascent of Women: Progress Towards Gender Justice,” is Saturday, March 29 at the Capitol Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 for adults or $13 for students and seniors, available at Otter Books or by calling the Selkirk bookstore at 250-365-1281.

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WakCutt will be spinning at Spiritbar on Saturday, March 29 with an opening set by Deeps. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $5 before 11 p.m. or $10 after. Argenta singer-songwriter Sean Rodman will perform at Ellison’s Cafe this Saturday at 1 p.m. Find Your Divine presents CBC’s The National news anchor Wendy Mesley speaking about her journey to the top in an industry that once was male dominated. Don’t miss this women-focused event on Wednesday, April 2 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Mary Hall, Selkirk College. Tickets are sold out.

Film

The Nelson Civic Theatre is showing Mr. Peabody & Sherman on Wednesday, March 26 at 2 p.m. This family-friendly animated film is about the time-travelling adventures of an advanced canine and his adopted son, as they endeavour to fix a time rift they created. The Thursday night movie showing at the Nelson Civic Theatre on March 27 at 7 p.m. is Gloria, about a free-spirited older woman living in Santiago and her whirlwind relationship with a former naval officer whom she meets out in the clubs.

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On Saturday, March 29 from 1 to 3 p.m., Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions presents Sean Rodman on guitar and banjo with his down home soulful folk from Argenta. Next up is a brand new gypsy-blues project based out of Vancouver called Red Haven comprised of the gypsy-jazz stylings of Jen Davidson of Blackberry Wood, as well as the folk and blues tendencies of Brendan Steele and Nathan Turner. The Boom Booms return to Spiritbar on Friday, April 4 with Nelson’s Erica Dee. Ticket info at the Hume Hotel.

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Creston author Vanessa Farnsworth will be at the Nelson Library on Tuesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. to discuss her new book Rain on a Distant Roof: A Personal Journey Through Lyme Disease in Canada, about the science behind Lyme Disease and her struggle with its effects.

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The Capitol Theatre Kids Series presents: Alex Zerbe’s family-friendly action comedy on March 30 at 2 p.m. One hour filled with a dynamic array of stunts, physical comedy and funny raps. Tickets are $12.50 at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.

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Scheherazade: The Musical Adventure will be performed by the Kootenay Home Educators, directed by Allison Girvan and produced by Kate Tait. Shows are 4 p.m. daily on April 3, 4 and 5 at the Covenant Church (702 Stanley Street). Admission by donation.

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Tickets for a local production of the Tony award-winning musical Chicago are on sale now. The show goes June 12 to 15 at the Capitol Theatre. Directed by Lisel Forst with Allison Girvan as musical director, the local cast includes Sydney Black, Jeff Forst and Hannah Jarvis-Lingard. Tickets are $20 for students and $25 for adults and are available at the Capitol Theatre box office by calling 250352-6363 or by visiting capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

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Getting up and active with PAL Spring is the perfect time to turn over a new leaf and start getting active. Introducing regular physical activity into your life is an important first step towards better health, a happier mindset, and more. The whole family will benefit from increased activity and getting on the road to a healthier lifestyle. There are so many known benefits to physical activity and an active lifestyle. Among them are a reduced risk of heart disease, premature death and stroke. Being active has also been proven to help improve self-esteem and confidence, help you sleep better, increase your energy and reduce depression, among many other things. Furthermore, it helps maintain functional independence, mobility, and bone health. For many of us, it can be quite daunting to take that first step towards an active lifestyle. And it can be more challenging to start something new without any help. The good news is residents of BC have access to a free physical activity counselling service called the Physical Activity Line (PAL). Through a phone call or online, qualified exercise professionals are available to provide exercise and physical activity advice and help you develop a customized physical activity plan for every member of the family, from children to older adults. When it comes to physical activity, more is better. To achieve the health benefits, it is important to try and progress towards the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines, which recommend at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day for children and youth and 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous intensity activity each week for adults. Adults and older adults should also add muscle- and bone-

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strengthening activities that work the major muscle groups at least twice a week to help with balance and prevent falls for those with mobility impairments. Physical activity doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to mean playing a sport or going to the gym. Playing a family game of tag, going for a swim or taking a walk outside with the family pet or to the store to get groceries count towards the physical activity recommendations. Try out something new; you may find your new favourite activity! In any case, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bound to have some fun and feel like a happier and healthier you. The Physical Activity Line is available Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m in the Lower Mainland, toll-free at 1-877-725-1149. For more information, visit www.physicalactivityline.com or email info@physicalactivity.com.

Other physical activity resources include ParticipACTION (www.participACTION.com) and Healthy Families BC (www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca).

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Continued from Page 1 One exception was the addition of a second bylaw enforcement officer, which had some impact on the rural administration budget, but it was also running at a surplus. District-wide, the only new service is the regionalized Kaslo fire department, which affects the village and rural area surrounding it. “Everybody else has stayed plus or minus two per cent and it’s been driven by the assessments,” Horn said, noting that on the whole, property assessments went up. Nelson and Area F — which includes Beasley, Bonnington, Taghum, and the North Shore — will see taxes remain flat while Area E — which includes Blewett, Balfour, Harrop, BUDGET BITS • Recent budget open houses were sparsely attended. A session in Nelson drew about ten people, while earlier meetings in Salmo and Castlegar had five and four respectively. Horn said there were no consistent concerns, with different issues raised in each community. • The overall budget is worth about $60 million. • The regional district provides about 160 services, which each fall within one of seven budget

and Procter — is expected to see a 1.2 per cent decrease. (Blewett had a large jump in its assessment this year after dropping three years in a row.) Area E director Ramona Faust said her area will see a small increase in its parks budget due to the expansion of the Taghum beach and creation of a management plan for the Balfour beach regional park, but “other than that, we’re pretty stable.” “We’re trying hard to recognize that people on low or medium income are struggling to keep all the bills paid and balance that with other folks who say ‘You should be taking better care of the trails, or improving the parks, or providing more amenities.’ … I think we’re doing a fairly good job.”

areas: general administration, rural administration, development services, environmental services, regional parks, fire protection, and community sustainability. • It was the fourth consecutive year the budget was adopted without objection. • Kettle praised Horn, who joined the organization last year: “I can’t say enough about him and the fact he brought us the hard numbers. The directors basically gave him a standing ovation.” —Greg Nesteroff

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Since the Regional District of Central Kootenay rejected the idea of moving into Nelson’s White Building in a 19-1 vote, the Star has been canvassing individual directors for their reasons. These are the remaining ones we haven’t heard from until now. LARRY BINKS, Rural Creston I based my vote on the fact it appears by the extensive spatial plan at our current location there is really no need to move at this time and possibly cause disruption in our service to the taxpayer and also to our staff. WALTER POPOFF, Slocan Valley We are in the process of exploring a solution that would maximize office space in the current building to improve working conditions and space allocation. I believe to move to another location before we have exhausted all possibilities at our current location would not be in our best interest. RON MICKEL, Rural Nelson Declined comment because he wasn’t at the meeting where the vote was held, although he explained he did not instruct his alternate how to vote. GARRY JACKMAN, East Shore The white building — to move or not to move. There seems to have been an element of drama around the question of the RDCK Nelson office relocating, with emphasis being placed on dollars, square feet of space and combining government services. Missing from the now public discussion was public input. The public was not asked. The process started over the issues around useable square feet of floor space. The immediate to medium term solution to that issue was identified months ago through purchasing modern furniture which suits modern work practices. For a few decades I have lived in the construction/ consulting realm where our offices had large drafting tables and desks. This has changed, with more compact and more effective electronic devices for work and storage. If more space is desired, then the efficiency of the space itself needs to be considered. Two issues here, one being that longer, narrower buildings tend to require a higher percentage of the gross floor area to be used for circulation and exiting. The other issue is buildings on multi levels consume a relatively high percentage of the total area on every level to accommodate vertical movement with both elevators and stairwells. The net effect is the useable space for workstations in a building with a larger gross footprint could actually be a lower percentage than in another building. Further points could be debated over both staff efficiency and building efficiency (long term maintenance, etc.) but that would be for a next step investigation. Money is an important consideration. None of the costs have been proven out to what I would consider to be adequate for long term decisions, but we know inherently that moving is highly disruptive and expensive in itself. If the short to medium term solution is in hand, without a major move, while also providing a direct benefit of improvements to antiquated furnishings then it makes sense to take this step and then do the homework on the long term options when or if required. Any move would still require the new furnishings costs according to senior staff and outside consultant analysis. Co-location of services in a single office is an interesting concept and may have merit in some situations, but again the homework needs to be done. This includes actually asking the people who pay for the services as well as those who deliver the services. I expect the public often has questions around our recreation but does this mean we should move the recreation manager from Nelson (or Castlegar and Creston) to the white building for public convenience? Of course not, people go to directly to the rec plex sites as that is where the action is. Similarly people take the bag of garbage or recycle material to the transfer station attendant to ask their questions. Many people do go to the RDCK office, but since they never received mail, invoices or flyers from the City of Nelson they understand they are not dealing directly with the city for their services, so they seek the appropriate building to visit with their questions or issues. The City of Nelson provided useful information in their proposal, for for the RDCK and for the City itself if it needs to market that empty space to offset future costs. Thanks to all for their input. Declined comment: Ann Bunka, New Denver; Hillary Elliott, Slocan; Lawrence Chernoff, Castlegar. No response: Gord Zaitsoff, Rural Castlegar.

Tackle spring cleaning wiTh The environmenT in mind

Spring is a time of year when many people resolve to give their homes or apartments a thorough cleaning. Spring cleaning projects help people revitalize their homes for the warm months ahead, when windows are once again opened, fresh air pervades homes and items that might have accumulated over a dark and dreary winter have become a distant memory. Many families have spring cleaning rituals that allow them to efficiently clean their homes in a single weekend. But it’s just as important for spring cleaners to place as great an emphasis on the environment as they do on efficiency when cleaning a home. Eco-friendly spring cleaning practices produce less waste and rely on less chemicals to rejuvenate a home and get it ready for those seasons when huddling inside under the covers takes a backseat to lounging around the house as fresh air washes into the home. The following are a handful of ways to efficiently clean a home while also protecting the environment. * Clear out the clutter. Clutter is an enemy to homeowners and the environment alike. That’s because addressing clutter is often an inefficient process in which homeowners methodically go through items that have accumulated over the years, individually choosing which items to keep and which items to discard. Clutter can also prove harmful to the environment because rooms filled with clutter tend to collect dust, reducing air quality and leading to more indoor air pollution that can prove harmful to human health. When sifting through clutter in a home, discard those items that have gone ignored for years, as they likely have little or no financial value and it’s safe to assume they serve no practical purpose as well. Once clutter has been cleared out, prevent more of it from accumulating by making a conscious effort to discard items once they no longer serve any practical purpose. This includes old newspapers and magazines, as well as any other items that are likely to sit in a pile or on a shelf for months on end. Preventing the buildup of clutter reduces the amount of time you need to spend spring cleaning next year while also improving indoor air quality. * Use cleaners only when windows are open. Many people get a head start on spring cleaning in late winter, when the weather might have started to warm up but has not yet warmed to the point when windows throughout the home can be opened. Though there’s nothing wrong with starting early, avoid using cleaning products on days when you can’t open the windows. Many cleaning products contain ample or even just trace amounts of chemicals that can compromise indoor air quality and may exacerbate existing medical conditions like respiratory ailments. When using cleaning products, try to do so only when the windows are open and fresh air can enter the home. * Ensure appliances are working at peak efficiency. Spring cleaning is a great time to inspect appliances to make sure they are operating efficiently. Clean or replace filters on window air conditioning units. Dusty or dirty filters will force the air conditioner to work harder and use more energy to cool a room. In addition, dirty or dusty filters make units less efficient, which means rooms won’t cool as quickly on those scorching summer afternoons. Appliances forced to work harder also cost more money, and those costs can be considerable. When checking appliances, be sure to check the refrigerator as well. Refrigerators are plugged in all day long, and those that are not operating at peak efficiency can cost you a lot of money in the long run. Periodically clean the coils on the back of your refrigerator so it can operate more efficiently, saving energy and money. Vacuum cleaners should also be inspected before each use to make sure reels are not covered in hair, which can make it nearly impossible for the machine to collect dirt and dust from the floors. * Use reusable cloths. Another way to turn spring cleaning into a more eco-friendly affair is to forgo using paper towels in favor of reusable cloths. Reusable HUNTER DOUGLAS, SHADE-O-MATIC, wash cloths can be just as effective at wiping down ELITE WINDOW FASHIONS counters as paper towels, which require more and us on facebook more trees to be cut down and eventually end up in Theblindman.ca landfills. If you are feeling especially eco-friendly, you 50% can go the extra mile and create your own reusable OFF cleaning cloths out of old clothes or linens, saving you 2” WOODS money and making use of items that might otherwise have been headed straight for a landfill. Spring cleaning can rejuvenate a home after a 250-352-3800 long winter. Emphasizing eco-friendly techniques www.theblindman.ca when cleaning can ensure your home’s revival is as FREE INSTALLATION INCLUDED! beneficial to the environment as it is to the home’s RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL inhabitants.

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The BC Government is now off-loading our recycling decisions to Toronto.

Under its new regulations, the BC Government has set up an association led by big corporations to take over the local Blue Box recycling program throughout BC. If you look closely, you’ll see that of seven board members, six are executives of Toronto-based multi-national corporations, with the seventh weighing in from Montreal. How do you like that, British Columbia? This means, unlike the current program run locally by BC municipalities, this new program will be managed not by people whose first responsibility is our local environment, but rather, their Bay St. profits. That can’t be a good thing for BC. The most perplexing thing is that we currently have a Blue Box program that works, is efficient, and costs BC homeowners just

$35 a year on average. The new proposed system does not guarantee to keep our local environment as its first priority, nor does it guarantee that there won’t be job losses here in BC. It doesn’t guarantee service levels, or say anything about how big business will pass along the costs to you when you go to pick up a pizza or buy groceries. Yikes! Perhaps this is why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to sign onto the new program, calling it a “scam.” Given that, maybe it’s time you called Premier Clark to keep BC’s environmental decisions right here in BC where they belong.

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Mungall to co-chair Horgan’s campaign Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall has been named co-chair of BC NDP leadership candidate John Horgan’s campaign. The announcement came during a young leaders roundtable held March 18. Horgan followed up yesterday’s campaign launch by announcing that Mungall and Da-

vid Eby, the MLA for Vancouver Point Grey who defeated Premier Clark in her home riding in May, will be his co-chairs. “I am one of those younger MLAs who told John that we need to build a diverse team around a leader who knows the whole province and can reach out to British Columbians from north to south, east to west,” said

Mungall. “I am delighted that Michelle and David will be leading Team Horgan,” said Horgan. “They are extraordinary colleagues and together we will inspire New Democrats with ideas to make life better for all British Columbians.” The NDP leadership vote takes place at their convention in Vancouver on September 28.

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By Jackie Nedelec

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Nelson’s Soles4Souls is in its fourth year and the initiative is now well underway for 2014. Soles4Souls is a global not-for-profit institution dedicated to fighting the devastating impact and perpetuation of poverty. The organization advances its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used shoes, then distributing those shoes via direct donations to people in need and by provisioning qualified micro-enterprise programs designed to create jobs in poor and disadvantaged communities. During its introductory year in Nelson, residents gave over 5,000 pairs of footwear to aid the tsunami victims in Japan. This number has been topped every year since. Many thanks to the volunteers and funds from the Nelson Rotary Clubs and support from Nelson volunteers. This relief effort helps countries recovering from natural disasters and people in extreme poverty worldwide by providing them with footwear, which in turn could be lifesaving. When donating shoes, please remember that it is important to tie shoes and boots together. Clean and gently used footwear is appreciated. Your “Gift of Shoes” may be donated before April 15th at any of the following businesses who assist with drop off boxes each year:

While helping with the Soles4Souls shoe drive in Kelowna last year Jackie Nedelec met Laureen Harper, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s wife.

Vince DeVito Shoes; Save On Foods; Valhalla Pure Outﬁtters; Mark’s Work Wearhouse; Streetclothes Named Desire; Vogue Photographic; Shoes for the Soul; Gaia Rising; Snowpack and Nelson Husky.

ROTARY CLUBS SEEK YOUTH FOR WEEK LONG LEADERSHIP CAMP The Nelson Rotary Clubs are seeking applicants for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards for youth between 18-25, married or single, who have graduated from high school and have demonstrated leadership potential. The award sponsors attendance at an intensive, one-week leadership training program (RYLA), which will be held at Selkirk College in Castlegar from June 28-July 5, 2014. The program incorporates, through a number of excellent presenters, challenging small and large group work and interaction with approximately 50 young adults from Rotary District 5080. Included are such topics as Group Dynamics, Characteristics of Effective Leaders, Ethical Frameworks and development of Personal Mission Statements. Testimonials from former RYLArians state “It was a phenomenal week of self-discovery, growth and learning about many skills important to every aspect of life.” RYLA Application/Nomination Forms can be downloaded from the Rotary Club of Nelson Daybreak’s website at: www.nelsonrotary.info or the Rotary Club of Nelson website at: www.clubrunner.ca/nelson Deadline for applications is April 30. Applications can be submitted to Dave Douglas, 6825 Harrop Proctor Road, Nelson, BC, V1L 6R2 Phone 250-354-8418 E-mail:dave@ douglasclan.ca or Mark McBride, Natural Choice Pharmacy, 737 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J5 Phone 250-352-6928 - mm88black@yahoo.ca

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Presidents-Elect Training Seminar (PETS) A Perspective from a Rotarian By Pat Dooley When District Governor-Elect Norm McCarvell suggested that I consider getting involved as an instructor for PETS, I didn’t really know what I might be getting into and wasn’t sure if I wanted to add another thing to my plate. Now that PETS is over, I can honestly say that the experience re-inspired me and reinforced the importance of our work in Rotary. From February 14-16, over 500 president-elects from throughout the Paciﬁc North West gathered in Seattle to prepare for their year as Club presidents. According to Richard King, past Rotary International President and motivational speaker, the role of the president is the most important job in Rotary. What he also contemplates in this statement is that the president’s role is to bring out the best in members, who are the heart of the 35 000 Rotary clubs all over the world. The President Elect’s Training Seminar (PETS) was held in February to give incoming presidents lots of time to prepare for their role I have long had a fascination with how change occurs, and how some ideas grow: To me, Rotary is a phenomenal example of the potential that human beings have to create something so special and so profound that it makes a difference to literally millions of people and places. The program at PETS was a combination of the practical, the historical and the inspirational. Presidentelects took part in a series of sessions that were considered “core” and “elective”. In my case, I did 3 sessions on Membership and

2 on Revitalizing your Club. Like so many conferences, some of the best ideas came from networking and hearing others share the work that is being done in their Clubs and about their successes and challenges. Keynote speakers such as Michael McGovern and Kristi Govertsen encouraged us to think about membership and what we want from Rotarians very carefully. Joan Toone is a polio survivor, and you could feel the emotion in the room as she reminded us of the tremendous importance of our work in eradicating polio. Richard King is a gifted speaker fueled by the passion he feels for Rotary. His reference to some words from President Dwight Eisenhower resonated with me and should make us feel proud to be part of this organization: Governments seldom solve people’s problems. It is private citizens that solve problems. In the business of private citizens solving people’s problems, no organization has the track record of Rotary International. Having spent over 20 years in a senior management role in public education, I am used to attending conferences, hearing speakers and networking. PETS will stand out as one of the best organized and well thought out experiences I have had. If a goal of PETS is to cause reﬂection on why Rotarians make the commitment and do the work that we do, it certainly worked for me.

National Immunization Day By Bill Tobey, Nakusp I travelled to India in February to sightsee and volunteer on National Immunization Day (NID) with Rotary. It was a fabulous ten days. Great company, fantastic food, incredible sights, fabulous hospitality. The day before NID is called “Flag Off Day”. To raise awareness, hundreds of trucks are decorated and with PA systems blaring they drive everywhere to let everyone know tomorrow is the day 178 million children will be receiving two drops of Polio vaccine. In India this year they will be doing this ﬁve times, aiming to vaccinate every child under six in one day. In fact it takes two or three days to get the 99 percent goal which India has been achieving for the last few years but the effort, logistics, are non the less staggering. This organized tour with Rotarians was spectacular. The optimism we came back with is bound to inﬂuence our commitment to Rotary’s goals of Child & Maternal Health, Literacy, World Understanding and Peace. We met some amazing Indian Rotarians and felt a very warm, sincere welcome.

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The Beaver Valley Nitehawks move onto the final round of the KIJHL playoffs after handily beating the Creston Valley Thunder Cats four games to one in the Kootenay Conference finals. The series ended Monday night in Creston with the Nitehawks downing the Cats 6-2. Off a hard-fought game 7 win in the Eddie Mountain Division finals, the Thunder Cats split game one and two against Beaver Valley and visited Fruitvale for game three. “We knew it was going to be really challenging,” said head coach Josh Hepditch. The Thunder Cats lost game three 6-2 and the following game on Saturday 5-3. When the series returned to Creston for Monday’s game five, the Nitehawks scored early in the first period. Trevor Hanna responded with a power-play goal just over a minute later, but Beaver Valley goals put the Thunder Cats behind 3-1 by the end of the period. The visitors scored the second period’s only goal, and twice in the third period before Connor Kidd scored the Thunder Cats’ final goal of the season with 4:54 remaining.

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EAT iN OR TAKE OUT The Creston Valley Thunder Cats was the latest team to be knocked out of the KIJHL playoffs by the Beaver Valley Nitehawks. The playoff series is now down to two teams. “The guys didn’t quit, which was great,” said Hepditch. “They threw everything they could at them, but just couldn’t find a way to get that momentum again.” And the experience the players — including this season’s 10 rookies — gained in the playoffs is something they can build on next year. “They’ll come back hungrier,” Hepditch said. Beaver Valley goes onto play the Storm in Kamloops on Friday night. Kamloops

defeated Osoyoos Coyotes four games to one with the final game taken by the Storm on Sunday. The Storm outshot the Coyotes 64 to 25 in the 6-2 win that takes them to the league championship. The series returns to the West Kootenay on Monday, March 31 with action at the Fruitvale Beaver Valley Arena starting at 7 p.m. -with files from Brian Lawrence, Creston Valley Advance

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PLAYOFF BRACKET: Beaver Valley Nitehawks vs Creston Valley Thunder Cats Beaver Valley wins four games to one Game 1:

CVTC 5-4

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Kamloops Storm wins four games to one

Game On – Kim Palfenier

Final weeks of ski season in Nelson Spring break was a welcomed break and also a successful first week of playing host to Pee Wee hockey participants from all over the province. It’s always a pleasure to share our city and region with visitors and hear their comments about our beautiful and interesting little city. Their spoken intentions of returning for a summer vacation are a direct link to the benefit of sports tourism. Well done minor hockey for finishing the year on a good note. • Also ending the season well is the Nelson Nordic Ski Club. It was a fantastic season with 790 members still itching to get on the trails when possible. The spring conditions can be icy in the mornings but soften up as the day progresses with trails closing for the season on March 31. Improvements to infrastructure will occur over the off season, so look for the work-bee

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notices. The club wishes to thank everyone for a great season. • Whitewater Ski Racing Club is still in full swing. The Teck sponsored Kooteny Zone Finals race for U12-U16 ski racers takes place at Whitewater March 29 and 30. The best skiers from Fernie, Red, Kimberly, Salmo and Whitewater will be racing Slalom and GS on the Bonanza run. On April 6, the ski team will set up at Whitewater’s Beach Party to apply storage wax to skis and snowboards before they are put away for the summer — with a suggested donation of $10 toward the club. • Attention all coaches: The NCCP Coaching course Competition Introduction Part A will be run in Nelson on April 12 and 13. This level includes three modules, Making Ethical Decisions, Planning a Practice

and Nutrition. It is the nonsport specific entry level for all coaches. Please contact nrsc@ telus.net or call 250-352-3989 to pre-register. Only five spots left, so register asap. Exact cost and venue to be confirmed. • Looking toward spring and summer activities, a reminder that Nelson Little League Baseball spring registration closes March 31 when team selections begin. First regular season house league games will start about April 14. Email questions to homerun@nelsonbaseball.ca. Visit the Little League website at nelsonbaseball.ca for a registration form and schedule. • Kootenay Chaos Track Club just finished a very successful indoor season and will be heading outdoors for spring and summer competition season in the first week of April. They will

be meeting at Lakeside Park at the west end entrance on Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. For further information you can contact Alex at alex. aucoach@gmail.com • Glacier Gymnastics Club spring session classes begin March 31 and go to June 14. There are still spaces left in all programs — for ages 20 months to adult. Visit glaciergymnastics. com for program information, or 250-352-2227 or email info@ glaciergymnastics.com • Rhythmic Gymnastics spring session runs Tuesdays from April 3 to June 10 at South Nelson school. Learn to dance and flow with ribbons, hoops, balls, scarves and more, in this fun and creative recreational programs for girls ages six and up. Contact Rhythmic Dimensions at 250-505-1812 or rhythmics@telus.net

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OC 3-0

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Game 3:

KS 5-2

Game 4:

KS 4-1

Game 5:

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THE ASCENT OF WOMEN: PROGRESS TOWARDS GENDER JUSTICE Sally Armstrong is a Canadian journalist who has spent the last 25 years reporting on the plight of women in war zones around the world. Sally Armstrong documents a long list of examples of women around the world who are working together like never before in the fight for equality between the sexes -- and winning. Tickets available at Selkirk College Bookstore, Castlegar, (phone orders available by calling 250-365-1281) Otter Books in Nelson and at the door. $16 adults, $13 seniors and $13 students

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Call for artists, heritage venues Registrations are being accepted for artists and venues that would like to participate in the Columbia Basin Culture Tour. The annual event, now heading into its fifth year, is a two day celebration of culture. This year’s tour is set for August 9 and 10, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The self-guided tour showcases local arts, culture and heritage and is offered at no charge to the general public. Full colour directories lead the public to participating venues throughout the Columbia Basin. The tour is open to artists of all types, includes visual, written, performing, media and inter-arts. It is meant as an opportunity

for the public to visit artists’ studios that may not regularly be open to the public and purchase works directly from the artists. The final registration deadline for artists wanting to join the tour is April 14. There’s also an early bird registration discount being offered until March 31. To register, visit cbculturetour.com. For information call 250-505-5505. The Columbia Basin Culture Tour is a project of the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance and is funded by Columbia Basin Trust which supports the social, economic and environmental well being of the Columbia Basin.

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Sale of Vernon Street Park considered Dateline: March 4, 1964 Up to this point the city council has not given any consideration to moving either the cenotaph or the John Houston Memorial, it declared in reply to a letter of protest. The Nelson and District Oldtimers Association stated that they are “emphatically opposed to any removal of boulevard or its features.” Council is currently considering possible sale of the Vernon Street Park to commercial interests, but it hasn’t expressed an interest in moving the cenotaph. Last fall the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 51, indicated that if the cenotaph is to be moved, it would prefer Lakeside Park. Boyd Affleck, Chairman of the Oldtimers Association said that the John Houston Boulevard in the 400 block of Vernon Street was the brainchild of the association in 1916 and that they were also responsible for placing the cenotaph there via a city referendum in 1922. Dateline: March 5, 1964 An agreement to establish a regional college in Castlegar was signed Tuesday night in Castlegar by the chairmen and secretary-treasurers of six West Kootenay school districts. The college will provide for post-secondary education within the area represented by the six districts. Its courses are to prepare students for advanced work at universities, specialized training institutions or career vocations. To that end, it is intended to offer a two-year academic course permitting

transfer to other schools of learning on completion, and two-year terminating courses of a general and technical vocational nature. Dateline: March 6, 1964 A veteran MP who says he has spent 58 years on the Columbia River charged Thursday in the Commons the new CanadianAmerican treaty to harness the power in the Columbia still sells Canada short. The original treaty did that too, said H.W. (Bert) Herridge (NDP-Kootenay West). “The only difference is that we get a bit more money for selling Canada out.” The treaty now was “a political blasphemy against the beauty of creation.” The treaty, negotiated by the Conservatives in 1961, sets out a plan for international development of the Columbia including the building of three dams in BC which will make possible additional power generation and flood control on the US side. Half the extra power is owned by Canada, which it sells back to the US for more than enough to finance the dams. James Byrne (Liberal-Kootenay East) stated that there would be inconvenience to many residents of the area and property and other valuable assets would be flooded, but the advantages would outweigh the disadvantage. Dateline: March 30, 1964 Nelson and district, noted for its summer attractions for tourists, could become a spot marked on maps as a winter paradise. At least this is the hope of a Nelson high school teacher

who has set his sights on 110 acres of land 10 miles south of Nelson for the purposes of developing a ski resort. J.K. Oswald has applied to the provincial government to purchase and lease the land four miles west of Porto Rico at the headwaters of Barrett Creek. The application includes right-of-ways for ski lifts and with the development of two basins into ski lift areas it would provide a longer ski season. The resort will be entitled “Dominion Mountain Ski Bowl” as Dominion Mountain, 7400 feet, is the highest peak at the head of the basin.

Dateline: March 31, 1964 Munro Street in Rosemont has disappeared in liquid mud. City council has been advised by a delegation that you drive over the street at your own risk. While battling the mud, you also have to watch out for three-foot deep potholes and two power poles standing in the centre of the street. It is estimated that the depth of the mud in the dead-end street is between 12 inches and 36 inches. The delegation also advised that the street is unique in the history of BC as “We are the only street which has a power pole in the centre of the road” and “There are two of them, in case you happen to miss the first one.” The delegation stated that it had never seen the street in such condition as this spring and believed that the installation of sewage mains this past winter may be a partial cause for liquid mud. Council referred the matter to the public works committee for an immediate solution and long term plan.

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Gordon Miller A gentle generous soul departed from our midst suddenly and prematurely on March 16, 2014. Gordon Miller of Glade BC passed away at the age of 67. His passing leaves an enormous void in the lives of his sister Joanne Miller and her partner Cindy of Thrums; his brother Brian Miller of Calgary; his nephew Randy Miller of Edmonton, and his former partner Pat Miller of Glade as well as friends too numerous to name. A gathering will be organized to celebrate his life at a later date. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to Share Nelson or Heart and Stroke Foundation are encouraged. If lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth is measured by accumulation of love, then Gordon was the richest man in the West Kootenays.

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The family of Helen Wright (Stout) (Gentles) regret to inform you that she passed away on February 21st. Helen was born in Nelson on April 9, 1923. She was predeceased by her Father and Mother James and Helen Stout. She was predeceased by her Brother Jack and Sister Hazel and is survived by Brother Jim and Sisters Nan and Isabel. It was a very close family with lots of love and many nieces and nephews. Helen married her first husband John Gentles and had two sons, Doug (Sandy) and David (Joan). Together they enjoyed many years in Uphill. Sadly John passed away in 1985. Helen showed her strengths through the times that followed eventually marrying a close family friend, David Wright who passed away 8 years ago.. Her family grew again with Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two adult sons David (Gayle) Wright and Al (Carol) Wright. She became Mom to them as well and had many happy years with the full family. She is survived by the four boys and daughters-inlaw Joan, Gayle and Carol and predeceased by Sandy. She has GrandChildren Roselynn (Fandhi) Irawan, Donovan (Rose) Gentles, Jacob (Rosalie) Gentles, Tamara (Trevor)Jenkinson and Trevor (Joy) Salekin and predeceased by Leah Gentles. Helen managed to hang in there to see the birth of Henry Gentles her Great Grand Son. Helen worked experience included secretarial duties at Central School, Wragg, Hamilton and Arnesen and the Department of Highways. Her passions were Highland Dancing and her family and friends who she kept well fed with cookies and seasonal baking. We would like to thank the nurses and staff of KLDH as well as Drs. Walker and McKechnie and staff for the care and courtesy shown to the end. There will not be a service at her request. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolence may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad, GrandDad, brother, uncle, son, and friend. Dad went through a short, courageous battle with CLL/SLL cancer, which he succumbed to recently at the age of 66. He did things his way right to the end, choosing a natural death free from hospitals and medications. Dad was born in 1947 in Grand Forks to Pete and Tena Verigin. He had a challenging childhood where he was forced to live in New Denver in a government run residential school from ages 7-12. Despite this, he went on to achieve a full education, got his G.E.D. and did several other courses mostly in Technology. Dad kept every certificate, award, and badge he ever received in his lifetime right back to his childhood. Education was important to him and he was proud of his learning accomplishments. From 19701972 he achieved a Diploma Of Technology from B.C.I.T. He had a variety of careers in his lifetime from working in carpentry to computer consulting in Vancouver. He was married and had three children of his own. Dad taught us how to love nature, and we have wonderful memories of driving up back mountain roads seeing wildlife as we four by foured. Dad moved us to Hawaii, California, then back to the Kootenays. He spent the end of his life living in Nelson, B.C. Dad enjoyed walks through the beautiful parks of Nelson and especially loved walking along Lakeside. He dedicated much of his time to righting the wrong of residential schools with Doukhobor children, and was a well known advocate for New Denver Survivors. He will forever be remembered for advocating for Human Rights for all people regardless of who they are and where they come from. Dad devoted some of his time to helping others by being a volunteer at The Gathering Place, a homeless shelter for struggling youth and adults in Vancouver. We will miss playing cards while drinking a Coors Light (his fav.) with him! We will also miss hearing about his love for golf! He leaves behind his Mother Tena, sister Angela (Cecil, Chris, Wanda), brother Cecil (Ruby, Derek, Cindy), daughters Melanie, Marla (Lyle), Michelle, grandson Kaylan, granddaughter Breanna, as well as several other extended family. He was predeceased by his father Pete. At Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request, a celebration of life will happen this July at Dove Hill in Castlegar, B.C. Condolences as well as memories of Dad can be sent to riverratz@shaw.ca. As he always said in life which we feel is applicable with his death, â&#x20AC;&#x153;All is well with my soul.â&#x20AC;?. Love you forever, big hug!

Dawn passed away March 22, 2014 following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Dawn was born June 23, 1953 in Red Deer, Alberta to Everett and Marion Rollins. Predeceased by her father, Everett, Dawn is survived by her mother, Marion; husband Bruce; son Brad, daughter-in-law Leslie and granddaughter Hailey; and her brother Garry (Jocelyn). As well, she is survived by her father & mother-in-law, Earl & Alice Cutler; Pat (Ken) Armstrong; Bud Cutler; Ron (Shirley) Cutler and numerous nieces and nephews. Dawn & Brad moved to Nelson in 1985 and she immediately embraced her community by volunteering with several groups including Navy League, Nelson Legion #51 and Rotary International where she served as the Treasurer. She was a long time employee of the City of Nelson and many people will know her from her years working the Hydro billing department. In October 1994 Dawn married Bruce. They loved their winter vacations in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where she made many close friends and soaked up the sun. Dawn will be missed by those near and far. A special Thanks goes out to the nursing staff at Kootenay Lake hospital as well doctors Moulson, Tuvel and Malpass. Please join us for a Celebration of Life to be held at the Hume Hotel (422 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC) on Thursday, March 27th from 3:00 to 5:00pm. As an alternative to flowers, donations can be made on Dawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf to the Canadian Lung Cancer Society at www.lung.ca/donate select â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Memoriam or in Honour Donationâ&#x20AC;? send cards to: Mr. Bruce Cutler; 624 Cedar St; Nelson, BC; V1L 2C5

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City of Nelson DIRECTOR, PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES The City of Nelson is currently seeking to fill the position of Director, Public Works & Utilities. Reporting to the City Manager, this position plays a key role in the long term planning, management, maintenance and operation of the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s infrastructure. The Director, Public Works & Utilities will have responsibility for the garage and transit, parks, water, storm and sanitary sewer. He/she will possess superior leadership and technical skills in order to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the Department. Further information regarding this position can be found on the City of Nelson website at www.nelson.ca. Please submit resumes by 12:00 pm April 7th, 2014, quoting competition #14EX06 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.

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Harold Lorance RIDGE October 25, 1928 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 15, 2014 Harold passed away with his daughter Lavonne by his side, on March 15, 2014 at Jubilee Manor in Nelson at the age of 85 years. Harold was born on Oct. 25Th, 1928 to Bill and Elsie Ridge in Nelson, B.C. Harold was the second youngest of a family of 7 children. In 1951 Harold married the love of his life Merla Smiley of Nelson, they made their home in Nelson for about 6 months but Harold was a country boy and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care for life in the city so they moved to South Slocan and were there until his stroke in Oct. 2012. His final days were spent at Jubilee Manor Harold worked for West Kootenay Power for 41 and a half years, starting out in the gardens planting petunias. Then was asked to work on the line crew where he stayed and was promoted to Line Foreman. Harold was very active in the community, working and helping with a boys club in his early 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, helping to start getting TV in South Slocan, building skating rinks down at #3 Plant for the kids, playing badminton and on a lot of the dances they use to have in the No. 1 hall and No. 3 halls. Harold was also the bouncer at Playmor Hall that is when there were big name bands come in from all over B.C. and the States. Family was Haroldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest love. He was an excellent husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather. Harold loved to start his day having coffee with the guys. Some of his favourite pastimes were hunting, fishing and cutting fire wood. Harold was predeceased by his father and mother, his three older brothers, Doug, Jess and Elmore and one younger sister Florence Secco, his brothers-in-law Del Smiley, Joe Reese, Louis Secco and sisters-in-law Lea Wilson and Dolly Koehle. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Merla, daughter Lavonne (Rob) Ross of Richmond, Danne Ridge of Nelson, and Jeff (Diana) Ridge of South Slocan, Grandchildren Chris (Carol) Ridge, great granddaughters, Emily and Presley Ridge of Castlegar and Sara (Steve) Maloff of Warfield, his sisters Win Rae of Trail and Bertha Reese of Kimberley. At Haroldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request there will be no funeral. A drop in Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 3, 2014 between 1 & 4 pm at the Adventure Hotel (formerly the New Grand Hotel) 616 Vernon St., Nelson, BC. In lieu of flowers a memorial donation to Nelson Jubilee Manor Place Foundation at 500 West Beasley St. Nelson, B.C. V1L 6G6, or charity of choice. We wish to thank Dr. Bridger, Dr. Janz and the whole staff of Jubilee Manor for the excellent care given Harold. You all helped keep the sparkle in his eyes and his eye brows wiggling. Thank you! Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolence may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

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FAN Regional Capacity-Building Coordinator The Family Action Network (FAN) of the Lower Columbia Society requires contract support for the position of Regional Coordinator (RC) to implement its strategic priorities. The FAN Board of Directors is looking for a personable, innovative community development professional to support us in building a unique regional “network” that will support optimal life experiences for families with young children in the Lower Columbia. The RC will be responsible for participating in our identiﬁed priority projects. • Plan, coordinate, evaluate, and grow FAN’s biannual ASQ Screening Day event. • Develop, in conjunction with website design professionals and community stakeholders, the FAN one-stop website; oversee public launch and celebration of the website. We are looking for an experienced community development professional, with a minimum of 3 years experience. A university degree or equivalent combination of proven experience and postsecondary education, with focus in one or more areas of Leadership, Community Development, Social Work, Early Childhood, Project Management, Health Services, preferred. The RC is expected to work approximately 25 hours/week for 45 weeks per year. Applicants are requested to submit a resume along with a cover letter that illustrates their experience, competencies and abilities to successfully meet FAN’s deliverables to FAN.lowercolumbia1@ gmail.com. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Application deadline is 4 pm on Friday, April 4th. For a full job description go to http://document.li/87hr For more info e-mail: FAN.lowercolumbia1@gmail.com

Services

Real Estate

Financial Services

Telephone Services

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Mobile Homes & Parks

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Medical/Dental RN’S & LPN’S Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses for night shifts in the Castlegar/Nelson area to work with children with complex care needs. If you are an RN or LPN and love working with children and their families , we would appreciate hearing from you. Pediatric experience is an asset and we do offer client specific training.

Please send your resume & cover letter to: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax: 1-866-686-7435

Health Care Receptionist wanted for Community Chiropractic (Dr Kevin McKenzie) Part Time (2 days per week Mon & Fri) drop resume on Mon, Wed or Fri at: Suite 205 - 518 Lake St, Nelson

Services

Trades, Technical

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

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HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC WANTED

YRB Yellowhead Road & Bridge Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd. is looking for a Mechanic for our New Denver facility.

Alterations/ Dressmaking Alterations & Sewing Wedding & Grad dress alterations. Helena’s In-Stitches 250-368-5493

Psychics FREE 15 Minute psychic reading for 1st time callers specializing in reuniting lovers answers to all life’s questions call free now 1-888-271-9281.

Help Wanted

Reporter The Trail Times has an opening for a reporter/photographer. As a member of our news team, you will write news stories and take photos of Greater Trail events, cover city council and other public meetings and respond to breaking news stories. You must work well under pressure, meet daily deadlines and be a flexible self-starter with a reliable digital camera and vehicle. This union position is for four days a week, with the potential for full-time work during holiday relief periods. This is a temporary position, covering maternity leave. Computer literacy is essential, experience with layout in InDesign an asset, newspaper experience or a diploma in journalism preferred. Some weekend and evening work is involved. The Times offers a competitive salary and benefits. The successful candidate will be required to become a member of the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union, Local 2000. Qualified applicants should apply in writing no later than May 11, 2014 to: Guy Bertrand, managing editor Trail Times 1163 Cedar Ave. Trail, BC V1R 4B8 editor@trailtimes.ca Fax: 250-368-8550 Only qualified candidates will be contacted; no phone calls please.

A STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale STEEL BUILDING Sale... Big year-end clear out continued! 20x20 $3,915. 25x28 $4,848. 30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371. 40x50 $12,649. 47x68 $16,691. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Estates, Gold & Silver Coins + 499-0251Chad FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com

Resumes can be faxed to 250-352-2172 or e-mailed to kootenay@yrb.ca

Services

Heavy Duty Machinery

Misc. Wanted

Applicants will need to hold a valid TQ for Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport, class three driver’s licence and Motor Vehicle Inspection licence would be an asset.

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259.

Merchandise for Sale

Musical Instruments

Contractors CALLING ALL CONTRACTORS ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ West Kootenay House & Home is a high quality glossy magazine aimed at home owners and renters looking for ideas, tips and ways of enhancing their homes through renovations, decorating and landscaping. We will be printing 10,000 copies, and the magazine will be distributed throughout the entire region. If you would like to be a part of this fantastic home resource, please contact: Kiomi Tucker at 250-551-5025 publications@westkootenay advertiser.com

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Pro Sound, PA & Lighting Demos & Sales Event! Thursday, March 27th 10 am to 10 pm Bay Avenue Music DT Trail, 250-368-8878

Sporting Goods GOLD’S GYM Treadmill, never used. $100. 250-368-8636

Real Estate Houses For Sale 2005 SRI Double Wide MODULAR HOME 24x44 in Triangle Gardens. 45 years and up. Vaulted ceiling, open plan, bay window, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, pantry, low maintenance, gas heat, air conditioning, 5 appl’s, UGS, landscaped, covered deck & carport, other features, must see. 250-442-8676

RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

Suites, Lower

SMALL one bdrm single occupancy basement suite at 1 mile Nelson. W/D, utilities and Satellite included. N/S, no pets, N/P. $750/mnth. References required. email to jawrght@telus.net

Transportation

Auto Financing

Other Areas 20 ACRES $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee Call 1-866-8825263 Ext. 81 www.sunsetranches.net

Rentals Rent To Own Rent to Own If you have a small down payment I have a nice home for you. Less then perfect credit OK call Jessica @ 250 505-7420

Auto Loans. All Credit Approved. Bad Credit Guru. www.badcreditguru.com or call 1.844.843.4878

Apt/Condo for Rent E.TRAIL, 3Bdrm., clean, quiet, responsible adults 40+. N/S, N/P, Long Term. 250368-9186, 250-364-1669 Nelson Large bright 1 Bdrm suite, $850/m incl W/D, Util, Sat TV & internet N/S, N/P , looking for quiet responsible person 354-4455 W.TRAIL, 1BD.+, semi-enclosed balcony. 1 Blk. Downtown. $595./mo. 250-368-6076

Apartment Furnished 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

Duplex / 4 Plex Terriﬁc Location Nelson/Uphill half duplex, 4 bdrm, 2 bath. $1200/mo + util. N/S, N/P. Avail end of Apr. Phone 250-505-9759

Cars - Domestic

2001 Subaru Impreza, 4dr hatch back, 2.2Lt., auto, 4 wheel dr, excellent condition, 230,000km, $3,600/obo. 250442-0122 or 250-493-1807.

Trucks & Vans

1987 Dodge Dakota, reg cab, long box, auto, V6, one owner, 169,000km, very clean, canopy, 2 wheel drive, $1,500/obo. 250-442-0122 or 250-4931807. Grand Forks 2004 F350 4X4 Diesel, Lariat, all options, not used as work truck, excellent condition. 181,000kms. $11,000. 250921-7018

Boats

Homes for Rent 2 bdrm, 2 bath at 3 mile on the lake $1500/m + util 825-4700 or 825-2200 NELSON- 2 bdrm executive waterfront home, 6 mile Nelson, partially furnished. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $1700+ utils. (250)825-4471 or 250354-9434. OASIS BC very small community, 3bd mobile home available April 1st. $800+util. Non-Smoker. 403-220-1066, 403-999-9041 TRAIL, 2bdrm., full basement, garage, nice view. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $850. 250-365-5003

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Shared Accommodation

RE: ESTATE OF PETER LEONTOWICZ late of 307 Hills Upper Road, New Denver, British Columbia V0G 1S1 (the “Estate”)

TRAIL, 1 Bdrm $395/month, near shopping & bus, quiet person. Share kitchen, dishes, utilities, 2bths. 250-368-6075

NOTICE is given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate are required to send them to the administrator, The Canada Trust Company, at Suite 900 – 900 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2M4, on or before April 30, 2014, after which date the Estate assets will be distributed having regard only to claims that have been received.

Suites, Lower

ADMINISTRATOR: THE CANADA TRUST COMPANY SOLICITOR: Bull, Housser & Tupper LLP

Rentals

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1 bdrm basement suite, close to 10th St Campus $700/m util incl, Avail Apr 1st 354-4969 Clean, Quiet, 2 brd suite on lake N/S N/P suitable for single or professional couple, excel ant for person on shift work $1200/m Avail May 1st call evenings 250 352-7946

Paper routes available, call the Nelson Star at 250-352-1890

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The Board of Directors would like to thank everyone in business in Nelson and area, and congratulate the following nominees. Think LocaL FirsT ProFEssionaL sErVicE EXcELLEncE commishin and astle ca “We care about our staff and customers like we care about family”

Berg Lehmann Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors serving Nelson, the Kootenays along with clients in Europe and the USA for over 60 years

Dianna haschke Chartered Accountant providing personalized service to her owner-managed business clients for 20 years

Mountain Waters spa and Wellness Since 2005, Mountain Waters Spa and Wellness has been making people feel better inside and out – simply, calmly and effectively

Ellenwood homes Provides custom design and build services creating distinctive spaces through exceptional craftsmanship and inspired designs

kootenay carshare cooperative Kootenay Carshare Cooperative is a sustainable, affordable transportation solution to over 250 members with 23 vehicles in six Kootenay communities

speedPro signs Focussing on improved client services and inspired visual solutions, SpeedPro Nelson has seen growth of 30 percent in the last 18 months

Vitality chiropractic (Dr. Dee anne Gelinas) Where you’ll find holistic healthcare to assist you in rediscovering your vitality

Leon Piggott, Lawyer A small law firm with big dreams, big city knowledge and small town friendly service

Pink Dog Design and illustration Pinkdog Designs creates stand out marketing materials to promote your business, inspire action and get results Lakeside Physiotherapy and sports injuries clinic Lakeside Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic provides physiotherapy for all types of movement disorders, as well as rehabilitation services for complex injuries

rETaiL EXcELLEncE Gerick cycle and ski Honoured to be part of inspiring people to pursue healthy, active lifestyle choices since 1991

art rush studio Nelson’s artist owned and operated working gallery with local artwork, jewelry, accessories, photography and art gifts

save on Foods We are most proud of our commitment to customer service, community, local and organics

Village ski hut Serving Nelson with an extensive range of alpine ski products, industry leading technology and a passion for the sport

Fisherman’s Market BC’s largest independent retailer of seafood centred in Nelson with shops in Kelowna and Kamloops… passionate about seafood – catch to cook

sears nelson At Sears Nelson, we are passionate about filling the customer’s needs rather than making a sale

Tribute Board shop Supplying the Kootenay with the best in snowboards, backcountry hardgoods, skateboards, lifestyle apparel and footwear since 2003 Mallard source for sports Serving the Kootenays for 30 great years with a wide range of sporting goods and committed to great service

Mountain Baby Since 1994 – thousands of families have trusted us to provide quality products for young children to play, learn, and be outdoors Positive apparel Serving our community by providing affordable clothing, furniture household goods and recycling unwanted items helping to keep our planet green

4 cats art studio Offering artist focused classes, camps, workshops and parties for ages 2-15. We like to get messy while learning and having fun. The best most fun art studio ever cotton creek clothing Casual, edgy elegance sidewinders Everything made fresh and in-house. Every day and always

Winekitz WineKitz Nelson experiences spectacular growth predominantly through their customers’ recommendations. Customers value product knowledge, service, quality and education oso negro Success for Oso Negro is about being true to yourself, passionate about your product and act with focus and attention to detail culinary Experience We love to share our passion for food and cooking and we love to watch our customers discover and rediscover their passion as well streetclothes named Desire Exclusive clothing from undergarments to accessories and everything in between

hosPiTaLiTY-ToUrisM cyswog’n’fun Triathlon For over 30 years, an event for everyone from top-ranking amateurs to adult and youth participants who are entering for pure enjoyment reel adventures sportfishing With over 20 years experience on the local waters putting smiles on faces and always providing a fun adventure Whitewater ski resort Keeping the soul of the mountains in the community since 1975

artwalk Introducing new art and new artists to the community for over 25 years

shambhala Music Festival Shambala Music festival creates a city larger than Nelson for a week

kootenay Music awards A celebration of the amazing Kootenay music community, which enriches all of our lives

West kootenay Eco society Farmer’s Markets Fostering community, sustainability and fun since 2001… make it, bake it, grow it and be part of it

kokanee Park Visitor and information centre The Kokanee Creek Visitor Centre is operated and funded by the West Kootenay EcoSociety, with over 17,000 visits in 2013

adventure hotel Expect an avalanche of change

hume hotel Hume Hotel has been Nelson’s heritage hotel since 1898 with major focus on customer and employee satisfaction

nelson Electric Tramway society Putting people on track for over 100 years and counting!

relish Bistro Serving the community good wholesome food and leaving people happy and satisfied

BUsinEss oF ThE YEar sockeye Enterprises Since 2003, a leading provider of resource industry construction from BC to Newfoundland and Labrador utilizing a skilled local workforce Finley’s irish Bar and Grill Brent and Tanya have been entertaining, feeding and helping local organizations to raise funds for over 10 years Pacific insight Proud to be designing and manufacturing world class electronic product solutions for the transportation industry right here in Nelson

nelson home Building centre Homeowners helping homeowners in Nelson since 2003 Main Jet Motorsports Not just the best toy store you’ve ever been to but also the fastest, loudest and most thrilling D-Pace (Particle accelerator components & Engineering inc.) D-Pace brings a unique form of science to the Kootenays and is one example of our diverse local businesses

nelson Brewing company Growing and surviving from our hometown (Nelson) we deliver the best beer and the best name (Nelson) proudly throughout Western Canada kootenay co-op store Kootenay Co-op is the largest independent consumer owned natural food retail cooperative in Canada, we have taken on the self-development of the audacious Nelson Commons development project

Downtown automotive We truly understand car repairs and make sure your car is repaired correctly the first time nelson and District credit Union Our dollars and decisions are driven by our members’ best interests Baldface Lodge Providing powder to the world since 1999

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More devices join library ‘technology zoo’ The future wants to curl up in your lap at the Nelson Public Library’s Technology Petting Zoo, where five new devices are

available to take for a virtual walk. Set up in the library’s lounge area, the “zoo” contains two eReaders: Kobo and Sony, and three tablets: Kobo Arc, Nexus, and iPad. The idea is to allow people who might fear the wild world of technology to get up close and comfortable with the devices that are becoming prevalent in our lives. The Technology Petting Zoo is the latest addition to the Library’s efforts to encourage computer literacy, with Community Access Program computer training available in spring and fall offering one-onone and group sessions in programs, devices, downloading and databases. The library also has eReaders to lend, and a host of databases, newspapers and magazines online and available 24/7. For more information about the Nelson Public Library go to nelsonlibrary.ca.

SAVE THE DATE!

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Pictured, from left, are Linda Kope, Mary Walters, Carla Klein, Dorothy Hatto and Jill Jacobsen.

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Kootenay Rhythm Dragons give back to the Nelson Community with inspiring art donations to the Palliative Care Room at Kootenay Lake Hospital. The Dragon boat team raised funds during the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to purchase the beautiful pictures to brighten the Palliative Room. The pictures were painted by Nelson artist and Rhythm Dragons paddler, Linda Kope.

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Citizens in Nelson are holding a rally on Monday, March 31 as part of the National Day of Action for a new Health Accord to protect and strengthen public health care.

“All across Canada events are being held to pressure our federal government to support and protect our universal public medicare system,” says Pegasus

McCauley, representative for the Council of Canadians and Nelson Area Society for Health. The rally goes at noon on Monday, March 31 at Nelson City Hall. All are encouraged to attend.

Pre registration required.

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Find Your Divine, a very special women’s event, will be held on Wednesday, April 2 at 6:30 - 10:00 pm at Mary Hall, Selkirk College. Wendy Mesley, anchor of CBC’s The National, will be speaking at the event.

SUPPORT LOCAL!!!

Save-On-Foods, Nelson is committed to supporting local suppliers and the sourcing of additional local products is on-going. Save-On-Foods strives to provide healthy food choices thus supporting a healthier life style and empowerment. We will be giving a basket full of organic and natural products valued at $30 to everyone who stops by to see us. We look forward to meeting you during this special event at our Save-On-Foods booth, and serving you many free samples of products available in our store.

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Questions & Answers with Wendy Mesley, anchor of CBC’s The National

What challenges did you face as a woman breaking into the broadcast journalism industry? When I got my first job at a radio station in Toronto back in high school in the mid 70s, it was commonly taken as fact that women couldn’t be newscasters because “their voices weren’t authoritative enough!” Too which I would respond, “Well of course, if you’ve only ever heard a man read the news!” Back then, Barbra Walters and Barbra Frum were about the only women in prominent positions on the news. By the time I finished Journalism School at Ryerson a few years later things began to open up. Still, when I became the first woman in the CBC parliamentary bureau to cover the Prime Minister, there was a lot of sexism, even in our own office. Why is it important for news agencies to have a balance of male and female journalists? For the same reason it’s important to hear from all kinds of different voices that reflect the society we report on and write for. I don’t think there is an opinion divide between men and women on all issues, but we do approach some things differently. So unless you are writing for men only, why on earth would you want to have your stories told by men only? Also, how could employers justify not having a balance? I’m surprised we are still asking this question. In addition to being a journalist, you’re also a wife and mother. Did starting a family have any impact on your career? Definitely. I have always loved my work, it’s central to what I think I can offer the world. For about twenty years I worked very long hours. I still do. But when my daughter was little I went to work on a show called Marketplace because I wanted to have more control over my schedule. The work was still intense, but for most of the year, the schedule was predictable. Working for the National is exciting, but never predictable.

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Questions & Answers Continued

What motivated you to push beyond being a CBC correspondent and work your way up to the host’s chair?

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When I was younger and television stations started to realize they needed more women reading the news lots of young reporters like me got offers to go and sit in a studio. I always refused, for two reasons: I was having the time of my life being a reporter and, I didn’t want to pretend to know what I was talking about until I actually knew something! I first became an anchor in my mid 30’s after I’d been in the business for about 15 years. But only one day a week — I kept reporting too. I still spend more time reporting and interviewing than anchoring. Once being diagnosed with breast cancer, you stayed on part time at Market Place, why keep one foot in the door despite battling illness? Going through chemo was difficult, but there would be lots of days in the cycle when I felt fine and working was a way for me to keep my brain connected to something else and feel like I was start part of the normal world. It wasn’t as if I could take off to the beach in the middle of my treatment!

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Women continue to be out numbered by men in leadership positions in government and industry. What needs to happen before this will change? The jobs need to be made attractive to women with the skills to do the job. Some jobs are just not feasible for women (or men for that matter) who want to spend a lot of time with their family, but many jobs could and should be made more flexible. There have already been huge improvements on this front since I started out. Facebook chief operating officer Sheryl Sandberg’s latest online campaign “Ban Bossy” says we need to change the way we talk to young girls who assert themselves. Do you agree? The brother of my high school boyfriend wondered how he could ever like me since I was “so ambitious.” I would like to think that this is changing and that girls who assert themselves are as normal as guys who assert themselves. I haven’t read Sandberg’s book. What advice would you give to women trying to make it to the top of their careers? Pick a field you love, work like a dog, don’t focus on the money until you really need it, and be brave!

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Exercise benefits the brain, too! Regular exercise can benefit the body in many ways, helping men and women maintain healthier weights and lower their risks for developing potentially deadly diseases. Though many people are quick to associate exercise with its physical benefits, those hours spent on the treadmill also can boost brain power. Exercise has a direct impact on the brain. That’s because exercise works directly on brain tissue, improving the connections between nerve cells, creating new synapses, growing new neurons and blood vessels, and improving cell energy efficiency. So while many people may begin an exercise regimen with a goal of trimming their waistlines or toning their bodies, they might be happy to know that those physical benefits are accompanied by several cognitive benefits as well.

of 11 studies that examined the effects of exercise on mental health, it was found that exercise could be a powerful tool when treating clinical depression, and even recommended clinicians include exercise as part of their treatment plans for depressed patients. Antidote to anxiety

The body’s nervous system responds quickly when people feel frightened or threatened, often causing the body’s heart rate to increase and sweating and dizziness to occur. Those people who are especially sensitive to anxiety respond to these feelings with fear, and that makes them more likely to develop panic disorders. The effects of regular workouts might have a positive on people prone to anxiety. In a study that included 60 participants with The connection between exercise heightened sensitivity to anxiety, and mental health is hard to ignore, it was found that the subjects and the following are just a few of who participated in a two-week the mental benefits men and women exercise program exhibited marked might reap from regular exercise. improvements in anxiety sensitivity compared to those participants who Improved mood did not take part in the exercise Many people feel great after program. exercising, especially if that exercise Regular exercise benefits the human comes at the end of a particularly body in numerous ways, not the least stressful day. However, those extra of which is its impact on the brain. laps on the track or those hours spent on the treadmill don’t just pay short-term dividends. In a review

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The difference with Mineral Makeup

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A product can be labeled as mineral even when minerals make up less than one per cent of its content. Most conventional drug store makeup has mineral ingredients in it, however it is what is left out of the high quality mineral makeup that makes buying mineral makeup worth the extra money. Top mineral makeup brands will leave out preservatives, phenoxyethanol, parabens, mineral oil, chemical dyes and fragrance. Many of these ingredients have been proven to be skin irritants and can cause the makeup to block your pores. Read the ingredients before purchasing any type of makeup and be on the look out for words such as “bismuth,” “bismuth oxychloride,” “paraben,” and “talc.” Ingredients you can expect to find in a high quality mineral makeup are mica, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and ultramarines for colouring.

skin resulting in flare-ups and acne. Using a good mineral makeup often allows those who have sensitive, rosacea or problematic skin types to wear a makeup, sometimes for the first time in their lives.

less touch-ups required. Most people will find that their high quality mineral products will last longer than a conventional makeup product because there are no fillers, thus requiring less product for the same coverage.

The higher quality mineral makeups that use titanium dioxide and zinc oxide also have antiOne of the major benefits of wearing a high inflammatory properties and these ingredients quality mineral make-up is that it will only are also commonly found in sunscreens, form a protective barrier on the skin allowing providing basic sun protection on the skin. it to breathe and function normally. Having With no fillers such as talc, foundations and a makeup that does not clog your pores will concealers will provide better coverage with prevent your makeup from aggravating your

While you are consciously looking at your makeup products also beware of how products are tested, whether a company routinely tests on animals, or uses animal byproduct. Look for products that are Vegan and cruelty free. Marni Beninger, Mountain Waters Spa.

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