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Getting into the story Leopold Gonella plays among a stack of books made into a sculpture by Eric Kutschker during the opening of The Art of Storytelling in the 21st Century, on display now until June 28 at the SAGA Arts Centre.

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Trustees prepare to slash budget School district: $1.8 million deficit means proposed cuts to staffing, educational services. By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

School closures are not on the table for School District #83’s upcoming budget deliberations but just about everything else is being considered for cutbacks to cope with a $1.8 million deficit. A proposed budget is being presented to trustees by secretary-treasurer Stirling Olson for the May 13 meeting, which details suggestions for cuts based on input from the public, parent and employee groups and preliminary budget discussions with school trustees. “Unfortunately, the funding levels have not been increased to cover the escalating cost pressures

that school districts have and continue to face. Unless this changes, school districts will be required to continue to reduce the programs, services and levels of service in our education system,” writes Olson in his report to the board. A portion of the budget reductions are directly related to a decline in enrolment, particularly in the secondary grades, resulting in staffing and supply reductions of $620,000 without impacting the current level of service in the school district. This, however, leaves a remaining deficit of $1.2 million that has to be cut from school district operations. The report suggests a num-

Unfortunately, the funding levels have not been increased to cover the escalating cost pressures... Unless this changes, school district will be required to continue to reduce the programs, services and levels of service in our education system. Stirling Olson SCHOOL DISTRICT TREASURER ber of cuts across a vast area of school district programs including: reductions in music program administration to save $40,000, speech and language pathologists to save $20,000, cuts to deaf and hard of hearing programs to save $20,000, gifted program cuts to

This week A woman died under unusual circumstances following a headon collision Monday. See A3. It’s a Salty Dog weekend with a jam-packed street fest and bike race. See pages A17 and A21.

save $20,000, special education teachers reductions for a $40,000 savings, and counselling staff cuts shared between secondary and middle schools to save a total of $50,000. Other notable reductions in staffing come to teacher/librarians,

where the suggestion is to change the elementary and middle school staffing ratios to match the secondary school level of one full time position for 700 students. This will mean cuts of nearly three full-time positions for a saving of $284,400. Cuts are also suggested for the family life teaching position to save $60,000. If passed, this means regular classroom teachers will be required to teach the family life components of the curriculum. Department services and supply budgets, including professional development and travel expenses, are being cut by $266,600, while subSee Maintenance on page A2

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Evacuation continues By Tracy Hughes

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Ken Henczel is amused at how eager four-year-old Jackson Reiter is to try out his home-built mini motorcycle on display at the Lone Wolf Motorcycle Club’s Show and Shine held over the weekend at the Mall at Piccadilly.

Maintenance cut back Continued from front stitute and replacements budgets are being cut by $100,000, primarily from a reduction in professional development leaves. The school board had already previously voted to cut the adult education program for a savings of $120,000. Maintenance budgets are also being trimmed by $108,000. It is important to note that as part of provincial legislation, the operations budget

of the school district is separate from the capital component. This means, for example, that the school district can not sell an unused school property and funnel that money into paying for a music program. There are still some looming unknowns for the school district including current collective bargaining negotiations between the province and the BC Teachers Federation. “It is unknown what impact any outcomes from these processes

will have on the district, writes Olson. “While it is the hope that government will fully fund any negotiated changes, this has not been confirmed.” The school trustees will have the opportunity to review these budget proposals at the May 13 regular meeting before the annual budget bylaw is presented for approval at the June 10 regular meeting. Olsen’s full budget report is available for viewing not he School District #83 website at www. sd83.bc.ca.

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Dial-a-dope The RCMP dialled their way into an arrest on Friday May 2. At 7 p.m., police, acting on information about a dial-a-dope ring operating in Salmon Arm, arranged to meet a drug dealer near the Greyhound Bus depot to purchase cocaine. Upon arrest, a 20-year-old Salmon Arm man was found to be in possession of cocaine, cash, three cell phones and brass knuckles. Appropriate charges are being forwarded to the courts.

Salmon Arm Golf Club and the Salmon Arm RCMP are trying to track down a vandal or vandals who sneaked onto the course during the night between April 27 and 29, and put a herbicide on some of the greens. Head pro Doug Herron says the playability of the greens targeted was not affected, but they are discoloured. Roundup is the suspected pesticide.

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Woman dies following crash

Caught in the act Police stopped a theft in progress and arrested two Kamloops men in the Salmon Arm Industrial Park at 2 a.m. on Monday, May 5. Responding to a call, police discovered two men in the process of stealing various items from local business. Criminal charges for theft are pending.

Cocaine found At 2:30 a.m. on May 3, police witnessed two males depart a local liquor establishment on foot. These males were then seen to be hiding something in the rear of the Canadian Tire building. Upon checking out the area, police located a quantity of cocaine. The men have been identified and the RCMP investigation is continuing.

RCMP investigate a two-car, head-on collision which took place Monday, May 5 at 2 p.m. in which a 65-yearold Salmon Arm woman, who was the passenger in a Ford Fusion, later died in hospital. The woman had been experiencing chest pains just prior to the collision. The Salmon Arm RCMP report the Ford was westbound on the Trans-Canada Highway. Its driver intended to turn left onto Highway 97B, but wound up turning into the path of an eastbound Toyota Camry. Both drivers sustained only minor injuries and all passengers were wearing seat-belts. The passenger in the Ford was transported to Shuswap Lake General Hospital where efforts to resuscitate her were not successful. Members of the RCMP’s TransCanada East Traffic Services were called in to review the collision and the investigation is ongoing.

The vandals left footprints as well as indications where they entered the course, so all evidence has been passed along to RCMP. Herron believes it was not a random act. He asks that anyone who may have information regarding the crime contact him at 250-8323667, or call the RCMP. “It’s hard for reasonable people to understand vandalism,” he says.

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Roots & Blues: Study author says benefits must be preserved. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Protect the gem. That was part of the message brought by Billy Collins, a lecturer at Thompson Rivers University in the department of tourism management, who authored a study on the 2013 Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival. He spoke enthusiastically about the event’s benefits at the city’s planning meeting Monday. “You have a gem, people come from all over the region to attend… You should feel protective of the festival,” he told council. Compiled from nearly 1,800 on-site interviews, plus subsequent online surveys, the study found the 2013 festival generated more than $4 million in new spending by tourists. Of the total $4,089,296 spent by non-locals, the average amount that non-local, paying festival attendees each spent on-site during the festival was $497.87. Off-site they spent $528.59, com-

bining for a total of $1,026.46 each. That translated into a total of $2,788,792.60. Non-local volunteers added an average of $807.85 each ($528.59 of that off-site) for a total of $1,300,503.86. Local attendees, both paid and volunteer, added another $845,725.16 of total expenditures on-site. The combined spending by attendees, both local and non-local, was nearly $5 million on- and off-site – at $4,935,021.62. (Off-site expenditures by locals were not included in the study.) Off-site, the largest expenditures for nonlocal attendees were for: lodging, gas, food at grocery stores and at restaurants and shopping, including souvenirs. While attendees were fairly evenly split by gender, the majority were 45 and older. “To me, I see that as being something to think about... Not only are they Boomers, but they’re very loyal fans... How do you attract a younger audience and

train them to become their parents?” Collins asked. For those non-locals attending, they overwhelmingly said their destination was the festival itself, Collins said. However, more than a third said they would go to a similar event else-

Ken Jamieson COUNCILLOR where. “So you are in competition with other festivals, but they’re choosing you.” He said attendees are incredibly satisfied with the event. “They’re so satisfied, it’s beyond believable...” Coun. Ken Jamieson asked why some festivals fail. Collins said often it’s the ‘build big, promot-

er approach.’ He said Salmon Arm’s success is related to how the audience has grown along with the festival, as has the volunteer base. Coun. Alan Harrison asked what local government can do to support its success. Collins said public policy is important. He said B.C. should have a five-year plan, noting that the premier was “hell-bent to have the Olympics,” but benefits didn’t spill into other parts of B.C. He recommended a two-year plan locally. In response to Harrison’s question and those from Couns. Denise Reimer and Chad Eliason about recommendations, Collins listed several, including running events at other times to complement Roots and Blues, such as the bike fest. “The world doesn’t need another music festival.” He suggested data should be revisited every couple of years. “It’s really important to know who your audience is.” He said any invest-

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OCP guides city’s industrial tax exemption plan By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

A proposed tax incentive program to attract and promote industry will apply only to industrial properties recognized as such within the official community plan. Last week, city council gave third reading to the industrial revitalization tax exemption program bylaw. The idea for the bylaw was

proposed by Salmon Arm Economic Development Society to give the city a competitive advantage in attracting industry, and to encourage new development and/or expansion. EDS economic development manager Lana Fitt had encouraged the city to provide a 100 per cent exemption of the municipal portion of the property taxation on the assessed value of any new construction proj-

ect for a period of five years. Initially, the program was based on designated industrial areas in the OCP. However, Fitt said she had learned of industrial properties outside of those areas that are still zoned for industrial use. “We feel the excluded properties are currently zoned for industrial use and the property owners, as well as any future developers, should have the same benefit of par-

ticipating in the taxation exemption program,” said Fitt. City administrator Carl Bannister said staff was not in favour of those properties being eligible for the program, that it “seemed counter productive to provide incentive to build an industrial building where we really don’t want one.” Among those properties zoned industrial but not designated in the

Alan Harrison City COunCillOr OCP are local gravel pits and a neighbourhood of nine proper-

ties near the sewage treatment plant that are zoned light industrial based on historical use, but are designated as medium density residential and city centre. Coun. Denise Reimer made a motion to include all industrialzoned properties, and Coun. Ken Jamieson made a motion to include just the gravel pits, but neither was supported. “I think this is our

chance, this is our opportunity to lead industrial-type uses away from the waterfront,” commented Coun. Alan Harrison. “Why would we want to encourage them?” Council also approved lowering the proposed $500,000 threshold to $300,000, meaning the tax exemption would be applicable for new construction where the value exceeds $300,000.

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Notice of Proposed Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm (City) proposes to provide an Industrial Revitalization Tax Exemption Program in the Revitalization Area for properties which are zoned “Industrial”.

The Industrial Revitalization Tax Exemption Program is a tool that Council is using to encourage property investment in the Industrial Revitalization Area. Council’s objective is to stimulate and reinforce development initiatives in the Revitalization Area by promoting property investment within the “Industrial” zone and to reinforce the City’s investment in infrastructure upgrades and beautification projects. The proposed “Industrial Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 4020” establishes general municipal property tax exemptions in respect of construction of a new improvement and alteration of an existing improvement where the alteration has a value in excess of $300,000.00 to encourage revitalization in the Industrial Revitalization Area as shown on the maps above. The maximum revitalization tax exemption under the proposed Bylaw must not exceed the increase in the assessed value of the improvements on the property between the calendar year before the new construction or the alteration of an existing improvement began and the year in which the new construction or alteration of an existing improvement is completed. The maximum term of a revitalization tax exemption is five (5) years, plus a single renewal, for a term of an additional five (5) years on a diminishing revitalization tax exemption basis. The general municipal property tax associated with a $300,000.00 increase in assessed value attributed to the construction of a new improvement or alteration of an existing improvement is approximately $3,440.00 per year (assuming a Class 6 (Business) Classification). As an example, foregone general municipal property taxes on a $300,000.00 project are as follows: Years 1 to 5: 100% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = $17,200.00 Year 6: 80% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = 2,750.00 Year 7: 60% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = 2,065.00 Year 8: 40% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = 1,375.00 Year 9: 20% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = 690.00 Year 10: 0% of taxes @ $3,440.00 = 0.00 Total Foregone General Municipal Property Taxes = $24,080.00 Note: This amount is $38,050.00 for a property with a Class 5 (Light Industrial) classification. The proposed Bylaw will have an expiration of five (5) years after the date of adoption. This proposed Bylaw may be inspected during office hours between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays in the office of the City of Salmon Arm, 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC. Written submissions will be received and may be directed to Carl Bannister, Chief Administrative Officer, or sent via e-mail to cbannister@salmonarm.ca, or by fax to 250-803-4042, no later than 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2014.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, May 12, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. 1. Proposed Rezoning of Lot 4, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 10707, except Plan 37266, from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone). Civic Address: 860 – 9 Avenue NE Location: south side of 9 Avenue NE, midblock between 7 Street NE and 10 Street NE Present Use: Single Family Dwelling Proposed Use: Single Family Dwelling with Secondary Suite Owner / Applicant: K. Chancellor Reference: ZON.1004/Bylaw No. 4037 The file for the proposed bylaw is available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from April 29 to May 12, 2014, both inclusive, in the office of the Deputy Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE. THOSE WHO DEEM THEIR INTEREST AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED BYLAW ARE URGED TO REVIEW THE FILE AVAILABLE IN THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT (OR TELEPHONE 803-4000) TO OBTAIN THE FACTS OF THE PROPOSAL PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING. Carl Bannister, Deputy Corporate Officer

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for what it’S worth

Tracy Hughes

Are you fine or phine?

At the time I said I was fine. It turned out I was actually phine. “Phine” is a word created by the Canadian Mental Health Association, which means saying you’re fine when you are not. When I read the CMHA’s literature regarding Mental Health Week, this made-up word resonated with me, because that’s exactly how I was after the birth of my twins in 2008. I told people I was fine, but I wasn’t. Pretty soon I didn’t tell anyone I was fine because I didn’t want to go anywhere that someone might ask, “How are you doing?” I was too afraid to answer truthfully or that if I did, I would simply fall apart. Finally I had to admit there was something really wrong. I was struggling with postpartum depression so thick it felt as though a wet, wool blanket was smothering me. I felt like I was choking and had visions of simply dropping my babies and running away to somewhere, anywhere. I made it as far as the front steps before I sat, cried and called my doctor’s office. I couldn’t lie anymore. I was not fine. Often people with depression try very hard to mask their feelings in public, putting on a brave front for fear of stigma or embarrassment. They may try to deny anything is wrong or make excuses. I, too, must confess to this. There is still shame associated with a mental illness, even though mood disorders like depression and anxiety affect approximately one in seven people at some point during their lifetime. No one would tell a cancer patient to just snap out of it. Or suggest that someone with diabetes would be cured if they would just take a walk, a nap or go to an exercise class. And yet that myth still persists. On my return to work in 2009, it was a difficult decision to let the whole community in on a very personal, difficult time in my life. But I also feel strongly that in order to break a stigma, it must come out of the shadows. As a reporter, I encourage others to share their stories and I would feel hypocritical if I hid my own. With help from medical professionals and the support of others who have been in my shoes, I was able to feel healthy again. And that is an important message for anyone out there who feels that depression or any other mental illness has come into their life. There are resources available to help. So if you are feeling “phine” instead of fine, admit it. This week, there are some additional opportunities to take care of your mental health. For Mental Health Week in Salmon Arm, CMHA currently has information on display in the lobby of their building on Hudson Avenue. On Tuesday, May 13, there will be an open house event with guest speaker Michael Schratter speaking about his Ride Don’t Hide journey biking around the world to shatter the stigma around mental health. Salmon Arm’s own Ride Don’t Hide bike ride is occurring on Sunday, June 22. Maintaining your mental health sometimes means seeking the help of others, especially professionals like your doctor. Reaching out to get help isn’t a weakness. It’s a strength.

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When average isn’t good enough How many parents out there think their child is perfectly average? The B.C. school system is pinning its hopes that they are. That’s because this province has eroded education funding to the point where in our school district, the school board is having to cut its operating budget by $1.8 million this year. And this builds on the past decade of continual budget reductions. Now, a portion of that reduction in funding is due to a declining number of students in the school district; however, nearly $1.2 million of that deficit will come directly from services — things that directly impact the education of our kids. It might be easy to point the blame at local school trustees, but they are required by law to turn in a balanced budget. The allocation of funds for the budget comes from the province .

And so, to make these cuts, the school district is considering a wide range of reductions, especially to the programs that go beyond the basics to help children who might not be your average student. They are the kids who need speech therapy, or special learning resources, kids who might need counselling services or kids who are gifted and need additional challenges to help them reach their potential. There are cuts to music and to librarians. Funding has been eroded and now there’s little to be spared for kids who don’t fit the mould. So if you child isn’t average, maybe it’s time to take a stand. Write a letter to Peter Fassbender, the Minister of Education, or our own MLA Greg Kyllo. Tell them none of our students are average and our education system shouldn’t be either.

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The Observer asked: It is Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 11. What do you love about your mother?

Alexi Mostert “She goes for walks with me and we get to talk.”

Coen Gill “She’s a really good cook and she comes on the trampoline with us.”

Darby Mujcin “Because she loves me and cares about me.”

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Megan Taylor “I love when she snuggles with me.”

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VICTORIA – The B.C. government has rolled out its ambitious overhaul of the public education system, from kindergarten to graduate school, much to the horror of its left-wing establishment. The formal title is B.C.’s Skills For Jobs Blueprint: Re-engineering Education and Training. It’s designed to dovetail with the Harper regime’s Canada Job Grant that requires employers to co-sponsor training spaces so they will hire the students at the end. Elementary and middle school curriculum is being revised to increase emphasis on hands-on experience. High school and post-secondary skilled trades programs are getting more money, but it’s going to be shifted from under-performing programs that don’t lead to jobs. Premier Christy Clark took another swipe at the bias of B.C.’s system before heading to Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong on another liquefied natural gas sales trip. She noted that 20 per cent of B.C. students, and nearly half of aboriginal students, don’t finish high school. “Not only are there kids who don’t graduate, there are kids who graduate, go out and get one or two credentials before they finally find their way into a skills training program,” said Clark, who had her own wander through university campuses before going into politics. A couple of weeks ago, Simon Fraser University president Andrew Petter downplayed the “relatively small” skilled trades shortage for B.C. industry. “We should not be engaged in a zerosum kind of battle for dollars,” Petter protested. That’s exactly what he and other university executives are looking at, and it will be based on the latest graduate employment data and labour demand forecasts. One of the key architects of this sweeping plan is Jessica McDonald, who shook up the public service while

serving as Gordon Campbell’s deputy minister. Her report on trades training confirms what Campbell’s critics in the labour movement have long said: the government’s 10-year experiment with the Industry Training Authority is a rudderless mess. “Certain partners, particularly organized labour, feel marginalized,” McDonald wrote. “Others, particularly employers and employers’ associations, do not feel heard within the system. Over the recent past, several new directions have been introduced such as de-regulation of trades and modular training that have caused strain because they were not fully inclusive during development, were seen to benefit single interests, and they impacted the whole system.” The ITA board is being replaced, with union representation restored, and advisory councils from industrial employers will update their hiring needs. The B.C. Federation of Labour and the construction unions have all but abandoned the NDP after Adrian Dix’s disastrous pitch for urban anti-industry votes last year. B.C. Fed president Jim Sinclair was an early advocate for rescuing skilled trades from the second-class status they received in a culture fixated on university for two generations. That culture has created glaring problems. There are too many institutions offering the same courses. As with health care, block funding is handed out without any serious effort to measure the results. For many students, university has become an extension of adolescence, finding one’s self through philosophy or film studies. Employers get their share of blame from McDonald. Not only did they chop up trades training to make it cheaper to obtain, their preferred source of skilled workers has been to poach from other employers who paid to train them. Skills-based employment data will be made public for students to make career choices. Finally, students coming out of high school will have a way to assess what they can expect after $50,000 or more is spent on higher education. It’s about time.

policy based on lies

Rob Ford is not the only one who has addictions. We too have been living a lie. Let us look at the whole truth about, “Canada in the making...” King George III issued a proclamation in 1763, which in essence said that his subjects would have to come to an agreement with the indigenous people who were already living here, before settling on the land. The Niagra Treaty of 1764 created a new covenant chain between Britain and the aboriginal people, including the Iroquois Confederacy, the Algonquin and Huron Nations. In essence, the aboriginal people were willing to share the land in exchange for the Crown spending as much money on education, housing and health for them, as they did on the settlers. The aboriginals designed a wampum belt to symbolize the treaty agreement. This showed two nations travelling down the river of life, each not interfering with the other’s way of living. Too soon a policy of assimilation began to show its ugly head. The British saw the aboriginals as British subjects and not equal independent nations. At about the same time, the original United States representative democracy, was being designed. It was fashioned by such central authors as Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson, who drew much inspiration from this confederacy of nations. This was 100 years before John A. MacDonald and his government considered the aboriginal people to be savages, uneducated, and in need of a “Father Knows Best,” to look after them. The Indian Act of 1876 which they concocted, is still the law of the land. Indians are still wards of the government. It is a bold-faced lie, which most Canadians have not yet come to grips with. If Rob Ford can admit he was living a lie, why can’t we? Dan MacQuarrie

Signs of spring are blooming now They sprout from every post and rail On neon sheets and bright balloons They shout their story, tell their tale: Garage Sale here! Plant Sale there! A charity carwash! A country fair! I’ve lost my puppy! Can’t find my cat! Please buy my car! My boat, my hat! Come pick some veggies! Please vote for me! A meeting Tuesday! A show at three! I’ll paint your condo! I’ll walk your dog! Come learn some yoga! Let’s save the bog! Then come the winds, the bleaching sun The sign’s forgotten, its day is done. It sags from light posts, droops from trees Skids through parks, drifts on the breeze. So when you’ve had your dance or sale Remember where you drove each nail And do a favour for our town – And take your bloody posters down! Kay Griffiths

Underpass vote needed Thanks to Duncan Morris for his letter of April 16. I share his concerns regarding the proposed underpass. Why are council and city staff pushing this? Who will profit from it – the contractors? Who are they? There is not much business located across the tracks, the wait is not very long now, so what is the big hurry? There should at least be a referendum on this proposed costly project so the taxpayers who are footing much of the bill can either approve or disapprove. Do others feel as I do that we are being “railroaded?” Marguerite Sivertz

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1924

Alderman Suckling announced that arrangements had been made for the use of the triangular piece of ground at the corner of Piccadilly and the Valley Road. The location was considered ideal for an auto camp. Light and water were available and a permanent cooking range was was to be erected for travellers. Word was received from Russia that all mail intended for Petrograd after May1 must be addressed to Leningrad or it would not be delivered.

1934

The 13th Annual May Day under the auspices of the Women’s Institute was to be held this Friday. Miss Wilma Laitinen was to be Queen of the May, and Miss Dorothy Malone, the maid of honour. These young ladies were succeeding Miss June Day and Miss Nellie Webb. Two dozen shareholders of the SAFE Ltd. attended the annual meeting and elected two new directors, D.H. Leeh and Robert Turner, to serve with directors J.W. McLeod, G.F. Ibbotson and W.H. Snell. The Cricket Club elected the following officers: Noel Dawson, R. Thomas, Ernest Doe and L.F. Doe.

1944

It was announced that in the upcoming canning season each consumer could obtain an allotment of 10 pounds of sugar for canning purposes.

1954

One of Salmon Arm’s earliest orchards disappeared, the venerable trees being pulled from the soil of the former George Ratcliffe property. The property originally comprised 11 acres, and was formerly part of the Sunset and Dawn Ranch of the pioneer McGuire family. It was owned by Mrs. Agnes McGuire and the first trees were set out by her son, J.D. McGuire, prior to 1900.

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Program helps participants cope with depression By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

acquelyne Nakazawa knows how hard it can be to live with depression. But the 34-year-old discovered a program that, along with medication and counselling, has helped improve her life enormously. Nakazawa has lived with depression since she was a young teen, but it wasn’t until she was 19, and at the urging of her aunt, a psychiatric nurse, that she sought help. Cognitive behavioural therapy and a proactive approach to her condition helped but Nakazawa was still struggling. Her mom told her about Bounce Back, a Canadian Mental Health Association program. “I went to my family doctor and asked him about the program. I explained I needed extra support… or a change in meds,” says the wife and mother of two young children. “I

am familiar with medications taking up to six weeks before there are noticeable changes. I wanted to do something else to keep my head above water.” After her doctor put her in touch with a Bounce Back coach in Vernon, Nakazawa began communicating with her via email and telephone. “We had an initial interview so she could get a sense of where I was starting, how I was feeling and how I was cop-

ing with life in general,” she says. “ Nakazawa then received a series of booklets to work through, after discussing the concepts of each one. “Having the booklets and coach helped to keep me focused on getting better, and I had someone else to be accountable to,” she says. Nakazawa says her coach was very knowledgeable and understanding, and offered practical suggestions. “I think this is miss-

Asking for help There are resources out there to help people struggling with a mental illness or symptoms. Possible sources of information and inspiration include: • Websites of reputable mental health organizations such as CMHA; • books about specific mental health problems; • films, videos and audio tapes; • courses and workshops offered through community centres, schools and universities; • people you admire for their ability to find balance.

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gram helped Jacquelyne Nakazawa cope with her depression. ing when a lot of people go for help,” she says. “My coach, right from the start, helped me put my expectations into perspective. She explained it would take time for situations in my life to start improving.” Nakazawa says she found something valuable in every book and began to notice small changes happening very quickly, especially in her moods. “The biggest thing I probably focused on was challenging negative thinking,” she says, noting letting go of some of the goals she had set for herself was difficult, including the belief she should go into nursing, something that would be difficult

with young children. “It was hard to let it go, I had so much identity wrapped up in that. But it was a relief… Now I felt free to make more of a life that suits me, and I am perfectly happy with that.” Nakazawa says she is more aware of her negative thoughts, and challenges them in order to live in reality, not in the “negative hurricane that lives in her head.” “By being able to recognize unhelpful thoughts, you can stop the process of cycling back into those negative thoughts about yourself.” The Bounce Back program is accessible by a referral from a family physician.

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Kween beez

The pre-spelling warm-up paid off for Shannon MurrellsAllaway and Daphne Brown at the Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap’s first spelling bee fundraiser on Friday. Their team, the Kween Beez, took first place. The event raised $13,325 to support literacy programs. Tracy HugHes/oBSeRveR

Youth program to close

Mandella Project: Funding finishes at the end of June. By Lachlan Labere oBSeRveR STAFF

A program intended to help and support atrisk youth in Salmon Arm will be coming to an end this summer unless funding can be found. The Mandella Project, run out of the Downtown Activity Centre by Aspiral Youth Partners Association, is expected to finish at the end of June. It was started in 2010 with $2.2 million in federal funding through the National Crime Prevention Strategy. Despite positive feedback from parents, the school district, the RCMP, the province and city council, Aspiral co-manager Kim Sinclair doubts the project will be able to continue. “I continue to look for opportunities but, at this point, I realistically don’t have any options that I think are viably going to keep the program alive.” “Mandella” is a term for dream catcher, and that, says Sinclair, is what the program does: helps young people catch their dreams and build new ones. “Rather than focusing on kids who have sort of gone down the path of getting into a lot of trouble… The idea of this program was to identify kids at a much earlier age who were just struggling,” said Sinclair. “There’s any

number of reasons why they could be struggling. With this particular project, we kind of looked at whether there were drug and alcohol issues within their environment… “The focus was, could we support them at that earlier stage to be able to make better decisions and to become more attached to things that they’re involved in – like school.” A core group of 50 youth have gone through Mandella annually, and another 140 in related groups and activities. Salmon Arm was one of several communities across the country to receive federal funding for a Mandella project, which was designed and developed in the UK. But Sinclair says the project is on the verge of extinction on both sides of the pond due to a dearth of funding. Morag Asquith, school district’s director of instruction and student services, says she cannot imagine how Salmon Arm’s vulnerable youth and families will manage without the social/ emotional support that Mandella has provided, “which we know is directly correlated to criminal activity and mental health challenges.” “They would engage their clients in healthy extracurricular activi-

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manager Glenda Cooper is hoping to find funding for the program which is scheduled for closure. ties, get them to critical medical or healthrelated appointments and supported our students inside and outside of school time… I have seen several of our most at-risk youth in our schools become very successful with a little or a lot of intervention from the Mandella Project – some of the working relationships that have been developed for some of our students are the only positive adult relationship they have,” Asquith told the Observer via email. For Sinclair, the success of the program is difficult to quantify given its proactive nature. He referred to a recent report to Salmon Arm council by RCMP Staff Sgt. Kevin Keane, who said he believed the program has had a significant impact. “It’s very difficult to measure… about

whether or not, if that didn’t exist, would they be out there committing crimes,” said Keane. “I don’t know. But I’ll be able to tell in about five years, because then I’ll be able to see. And I’ll tell you right now, the rate of youth crime in Salmon Arm is comparatively low compared to other communities.” Council, too, is concerned with the project coming to an end. Coun. Ken Jamieson, speaking also as an employee with School District #83, championed Mandella, and said he was sorry it’s ending. Coun. Debbie Cannon, who chairs the city’s social issues committee, agreed, but emphasized it all comes down to funding. Sinclair noted an application was made to the city for grant funding but was denied.

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New board The new board of directors for Downtown Salmon Arm is in place. Acclaimed for another two years are Cookie Langenfeld, Bill Laird, Jeff Johnson and Kathleen Hurtubise. Remaining on the board until their term ends in 2015 are Jay Agassiz, Ron Langridge, Steve Reid and Rob Sengotta. Joining the board for a one-year term are Heather Bodnarchuk from the Prestige Harbourfront Resort, James Cowling with the Puzzle Factory and Anne Casey from Finch and Company. Appointments from the community include Agassiz for the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce and Coun. Debbie Cannon for the City of Salmon Arm. Tim Giandomenico was acclaimed for another two-year term but has since stepped down. Leaving the board was Gale Paule Davison, David Barritt, Dorothy Argent and Kyle Dearing. The AGM took place April 22 at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery.

Business mixer In partnership with the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce and Shuswap Tourism, Downtown Salmon Arm will be hosting another ‘After 5 Business Mixer’ on Tuesday, May 13 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. You are invited to attend this relaxed evening of business networking at the Salmon Arm Arts Centre. An assortment of appetizers prepared by local businesses and a sampling of locally-brewed beers and wines will be offered.

Create a stress-free workplace The Workplace Law & Psychology Group presents – Reducing WorkSafeBC Mental Health Claims. The workshop will address bullying and harassment in the workplace. It will explore issues such as complying with WorkSafeBC’s requirement to have bullying and harassment policies and training in place, understand why bullying occurs and sort out who and what are the toxic factors involved. The Salmon Arm workshop will take place Wednesday, May 14. For more information and to register, go to www.workplacelawpsychology.com, or call 250-558-3393, ext. 223.

New manager expects to put down roots By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Lindsay Wong has no shortage of experience to guide her in her new role. Wong was hired last month as manager of Downtown Salmon Arm. Prior to her move to Salmon Arm, she was most recently in Summerland, where she managed a busy winery restaurant. Connecting with businesses is something she enjoys. “I have a long history in entrepreneurship myself – I like the aspect of small business... I think I have a lot to offer in that regard.” Along with a lot of entrepreneurial experience in restaurants, she has also spent time in local government as well as with non-profit organizations. Wong was a municipal councillor in the Kootenays and has also served with the chamber of commerce, both as a member and on the executive, including two terms as president. She says her position with Downtown Salmon Arm is a good fit. “It’s tied all the experiences I’ve had into one position. Certainly management is something I’ve done for a long time too... I think I’m a big picture kind of person. Her broad experience

also involves 10 years as a fitness instructor. Wong is still feeling things out in her new position, but says she has a pretty good grasp of where the organization wants to go. She said she will be working to increase communications and follow through with the board’s vision. “We have a strategic plan; I really want to make sure we get that done.”

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Lindsay Wong Manager As time goes on, she expects it will be easier for her to focus more on growing the organization and serving the membership. Wong says she and her spouse are looking forward to being in Salmon Arm for a long time. “The community is fantastic,” she said, noting her visits to the area impressed her. “The good feeling we got, everyone is really friendly, and the proximity to nature.” She is also impressed by the values in the community, such as

The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) would like to thank all of the businesses, organizations, and individuals who supported the 2014 LASS Team Spelling Bee fundraiser. Over $13,000 was raised to support literacy programs in the North Okanagan-Shuswap!

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Jessica Granberg & Kevin Brecknock Tammy Howkins (Wayne) of Salmon Arm, Lawrence Granberg of 100 Mile House and Don Brecknock (Maggie) of Innisfall, AB, and the late Joanne Donald of Williams Lake are very pleased to announce the engagement, on April 6th, of their children Jessica Granberg and Kevin Brecknock. Wedding to take place on August 2nd, 2014 at Jessica’s grandparents ranch in Lone Butte, B.C.

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Getting a closer look at a grebe By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

It’s a dream come true, of sorts. While local naturalists would never hope for the untimely death of a Western Grebe, having one of the waterbirds in place among the taxidermy displays now in place at the Brighouse Nature Centre at Marine Park has been a long-time wish. “We’ve been wanting one for 20 years,” says Tom Brighouse, for whom the nature centre is named. When naturalist Monica Dahl spotted a lifeless bird floating in the water near the marina, the hope of having a grebe available for the public to more closely peruse became a possibility. The bird was frozen and then given to taxidermist Richard Hill in Kamloops. Over the winter the painstaking work was completed, including ordering a replica of the grebe’s red eye from London. The stuffed Western Grebe, complete with its strong legs and large feet normally underwater, can now be viewed at the nature centre. Brighouse, who has

visited other centres in western Canada and the U.S., has not seen another one. Regarding the possible causes of death of this local grebe, it’s difficult to pinpoint. Brighouse says the birds can sometimes be stabbed in the gullet when they consume fish bones. One of the precautions grebes take with their young to prevent this is to feed them down feathers. “It’s like telling children, eat your sweater,” he smiles. The Shuswap Naturalist Club site at www. shuswapnaturalists.org/ grebes.htm explains that Salmon Arm Bay is the site for most of British Columbia’s breeding Western Grebes. “Every spring the grebes return in April to explore the bay. At that time the lake water levels are low. But that changes throughout May, and by mid-June the water levels generally peak. Courtship, involving preening, gift giving and dancing on the water, begins in late April and may still be in progress well into June. Young grebes begin to appear around the end of June or early July, riding on the parents’ backs and swimming with them.”

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Citizens snapping up Miracle for Megan bracelets By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

The number of locations in Salmon Arm where Miracle for Megan bracelets are available has increased. Along with the Salmon Arm Observer on Shuswap Street, the bracelets can be purchased at the Shuswap Pie Company on Alexander and the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre. “We are getting overwhelming response. I’ve ordered another thousand bracelets. We have people requesting them from Sicamous and Chase,” says Tracey Nickolson, Megan’s aunt. “We have people buying 50 of them on the spot – that’s really, really great.” Megan Leverrier, 4, is in Toronto Sick Children’s Hospital, suffering from a rare tumour attached to her liver. She is currently awaiting a liver donor and has undergone procedures to try and reduce the size of the growth.

where the bracelets can be purchased include, in Sorrento, Munro’s Sorrento IDA, Loonie on the Lake Dollar Store, Sorrento Elementary, Carlin Elementary Middle

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trust fund set up by the RCMP, or go to your local TD Bank and donate to the Leverrier Family Trust - Transit: 9151 Account: 6387650. Updates on fund-

raisers can be found at the Miracle for Megan Facebook page: www. facebook.com/meganleverrier. Megan underwent a procedure on Tuesday, April 29, an emboliza-

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veryone loves the Salty Dog. That seems to be true, with 700 cyclists set to compete in the 14th Annual Salty Dog coming up this Sunday, May 11 at the South Canoe trails. About 500 people from ages 14 to 60-plus will be competing in the main event, the six-hour Enduro, open to solo riders or teams of two. Another 110 young people will be testing their endurance in the U15 three-hour Enduro, while 90 children are expected in the two

Salty Pup races. Organizer Tom Peasgood of Skookum Cycle explains that online registration for the six-hour Enduro went up in January and sold out in just 10 hours. Four hundred spots were up for grabs, with an additional 100 places for locals only. Those 100 spots sold out over Christmas. The U15 race is also full, but the Salty Pups can drop in no later than Friday at Skookum Cycle and Ski to sign up. The two Salty Pup events are a 30-minute and a one-hour race. The 30-minute event on a one-kilometre course is for run bikes and

kids with 12- to 16-inch wheels, for ages three-plus, no training wheels. The one-hour enduro is also on a one-kilometre course, no training wheels. Including volunteers and supporters, 1,500 to 2,000 people are expected in the start-finish area. Why is this race so popular? “Because of our community, people really like coming out here to ride,” says Peasgood. “They like the trails, they like the weather – a lot of Albertans are coming out and it’s been snowing there for the past three weeks straight...” The atmosphere is important too. “It’s a fun, family-paced atmo-

sphere at the event, not intense,” he adds. “Even though there are lots of intense riders there. We try to create a fun atmosphere. That’s just been our mandate.” Contributing to the relaxed feel are things like the prizes and medallions. “We don’t hand out prizes, we had out home-baked cookies and apple pies...” The medallions, too, are homemade, created by his daughter Thea. “They all get made this weekend at my house. That’s the nature of the event.” This year organizers have part-

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Senior Jewels tie Rutland

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Well-played It was TED United’s first home game, third of the season, on Tuesday, April 29 against Salmon Arm’s Kaos. The first goal of the game came from a timely pass by Emily Styles up the side lines for Kim Turner, who then crossed the ball into the 18-yard box for a header from Sue Doray to earn a 1-0 lead. Kaos kept TED United on the run with their man-to-man marking. Kaos had a beautiful shot from their sweeper, Angela Vicars, which required TED keeper, Kyla Sherman, to make a jumping save off the line. The second half of the game was played well by both teams. TED United increased their lead by a through ball pass from Tricia Martin to Sherman, who worked her magic to give TED United a 2-0 lead. TED United’s next home game will be played at Little Mountain #1 on May 13 versus Salmon Arm’s Merlot.

Final Wild Soles run The final run in the Wild Soles Running Series, the family-friendly trail running series goes Monday, May 12 at South Canoe. Two-kilometre and five-kilometre routes. For info, contact Abbi at abbimay71@yahoo.com.

Take a ride for soccer Help out the Shuswap Youth Soccer Association by coming out to the Little Mountain Sports Complex on Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and test drive any new Ford vehicle. Jacobsen Ford will donate $20 per test drive – up to $6,000 to the Shuswap Youth Soccer Association.

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The Salmon Arm Secondary Senior Girls Soccer team had a hardfought battle against Rutland on Tuesday, April 29, tying 2-2. The Jewels quickly opened the scoring on a goal by Maddie Lavery after some beautiful passing plays. At the half, the game was tied 1-1. SAS, once again, started the second half with strong scoring in the first minute of play. Kairo Mair scored after being fed a great ball from Libby Olson. The girls finished their regular season games in Kelowna on Monday, with the first round of playoffs to start Thursday.

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The Shuswap Sharp Shooters girl’s U11 development soccer team remained undefeated this weekend after a strong showing in Vernon. In the first game, the girls defeated a skilled Penticton team 1-0 with Jordan King scoring the lone goal off a well-placed strike from the right wing.

Brooklyn Davidson, Laura Hall, Holly McCaskell, Lys Milne and Jannae Bocking were all outstanding on defense; Julia Hart and Braidy Parkes shared the shutout in goal, while Phoebe Barnes dominated the middle of the field all game long. Alanna O’Dell, Sophia Ruckle and Gabriella Torrie were strong up front for Shuswap. In the second game of the day, the Sharp Shooters played a very physical Kamloops squad to a 2-2 tie. Milne scored first for Shuswap with a skilled one-time shot off a beautiful cross from King. Parkes scored the second goal off another cross from King in this tough game. The Sharp Shooters play next on Sunday in Kelowna.

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Strong play: Shuswap Girls U12 striker Angalena Cross, cov-

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In other Select play, the U18 Boys team defeated Kelowna 2-0 Sunday at Blackburn Park. The boys take on a second Kelowna team at 3 p.m. Sunday at Blackburn.

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Good pass: Shuswap U16 Girls’ Danika Sholinder sends the ball in a 1-0 win over Kamloops Sunday at Blackburn Park, while Julia Anderson and goalie Conner Turner watch the play.

The lawn bowling season is underway. Regular game draw times are 1:15 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Drop-in for new bowlers at 6:15 p.m. The greens are next to the curling rink. For more information, call Dan Quilty at 250-832 6422

Selecting SilverBacks Hockey players from around the province and Western Canada, including Riley Jepson, centre, take part in the Salmon Arm SilverBacks Spring Camp held May 2 to 4 at the Shaw Centre.

Go for a hike The Shuswap Outdoor Club presents a hike on the Cougar Bluffs and Tappen Bluffs. It’s a moderate to strenuous hike. For information, call Walter at 250-833-5802. On Sunday, May 18, the club hikes the Blind Bay Bluff loop from MacArthur Heights subdivision. Steep 400 metres on improved trail to top, then moderate/ easy. Contact Wolfgang at 250-675-0036 before Sunday. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Denali Forsyth, followed by her father Kevin, are among the 200 participants in the two-kilometre category of the Wild Soles Run held Monday evening at the Park Hill Trails in Canoe

The BMO Vancouver Melanie Mobbs and Rob Marathon saw some local Lacheur. competitors do incredibly In the half marathon, Pewell. ter Robertson was fourth in Matt Mead made his the Male 60-64 category. marathon debut with an Other local competitors impressive 42nd overall in the half-marathon event (out of 4,500 competitors) were: Lauren Koch, Chris with a time of Welder, Clay 2:50:41, and Welder, Marifourth place in etjie Du Pleshis 35-39 age sis, Jaci Camcategory. bidge, Jan Duncan Kehl, Derek Morris won Woodhurst, his age cateReid Findlay, gory 65-69 in Sherry Lucas, the half marLorne Lucas, Matt Mead athon with Trina Bolduc, 1:41:11. Chris Ivany, MARATHON The 25th Karla Ivany DEBUT annual event and John was held on a Pickard. rainy, wet and cold May 4 Nearly 16,500 runners morning. from 50 countries regisThere was plenty of tered to participate in the representation from Salm- four events over the race on Arm. Other Salmon weekend. Arm competitors in the This was a record nummarathon event were Mi- ber of competitors for the chael Ogloff, Kyle Ralph, event.

Sun runners post solid times There was an amazing turnout of runners from the Shuswap at last weekends Vancouver Sun Run. Salmon Arm participants were as follows: Matt Mead, Paul Sutherland, Chelsea Kaasa , Sean Fraser, Elijah Fraser, Rick Peters, Megan Adams, Amy Gervais, Cur-

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Jewels battle to a draw

Rugby: Team rallies to tie South Kamloops 29-29. The Salmon Arm high school girls’ rugby team jumped to an early lead at South Kamloops, saw it snatched away in the second half, but rallied to tie 29-29 in an exciting game Wednesday. Trice Tuaiti, Juli McLean and Grace Rempel zipped in to capitalize on scoring chances made possible by relentless support in loose play from their teammates. With Rempel’s conversion kick, and a lone try by the South Kamloops backline, the score was 17-5 at half-time. There must have been a heck of a pep talk in the South Kamloops huddle, however, as they came roaring back in the second half and pounced on every Salmon Arm mistake. Although the Jewels pack

dominated in set scrums and most lineouts, wild offloads and contact mauls in the loose were scooped up or stripped by lurking South Kamloops attackers and quickly fed out to their backline. The talented rival backs launched repeated high-speed attacks, inspiring determined tackles and chases from Olivia Plummer, Kaisha Fagrie and Amy Sandy among other Jewels. But South Kam would not be denied and pounded in four tries during the second half, two of which were converted. During the mayhem, Brooke Miller ran in a sideline try for the Jewels. Then rookie second row Kaylee Jameson posted a classic scrambling try between

the posts in the last five minutes of the game. Rempel converted Jameson’s marker to even the score at 29. But heat and tiredness had worn down the Jewels, who could not muster the momentum for a further try before the final whistle. This was the last game of the Jewels’ league season, which they and SKSS finished by ranking #3 or #4 behind North Kamloops and Penticton. The Jewels’ next game will be Wednesday, May 7, a first playoff against one of the two top-ranked teams, in which the losing team will be eliminated. The venue for that game has yet to be determined – details will be made available through SASS Rugby shortly.

Golds falter in home stand The home field didn’t prove advantageous for the Salmon Arm Secondary Senior Boys Rugby squad. This game was not going to affect Okanagan playoffs for the Golds, causing them to come out of the starting gate a little too relaxed against Mt Boucherie. A few missed catches and an unsuccessful pass completion gave

encouragement to Mt Boucherie to rise up and push a little harder to get down to SAS’ try line and get five points. The Golds countered only minutes later with Nathan Gollan’s charge up the centre of the field, as well as Jagr Chesney’s counterattack punt return. It took sitting on the Mt Boucherie’s

10-yard line for several minutes and many rucks to finally get a try by Nick Chesney. Mt Boucherie kyboshed the Golds’ comeback with another try by a missed tackle on Golds 40 yard line. Retaliating for points, the Golds moved the ball well up the field with Marin Faulkner making some long-spin passes to

Hunter Lampreau that off-loaded to Bryce Hicks, who had a nice ramble up through Mt Boucherie’s defence. Close to the Mt Boucherie try zone, Brett Barnard and Miles Brown were grinding the ball forward head-to-head to only have it robbed from them. Final score was 12-5 for Mt Boucherie.

Manthers put up fight against Harlequins The kibosh Mens Rugby team was up against some big and fit foreign players from Tonga, Samoa and South Africa who dominated the Penticton Harlequin Rugby Team lineup. Twelve minutes into the game, the Penticton team crossed the Manthers try line. The Harlequins added more points but with only 12

minutes left in the half. The Manthers held their ground in a proud way with some big hits by Dan Gawley, Brian Anderson and Ben Pellet playing flank. Scott Naylor, SAS Rugby Grad of 2002, was sporting the Harlequin Jersey at outside centre but more recent SAS Rugby Grads Evan Ernst, Will Walton, Jordan Goert-

zen, Ashton Fuller and Cody Stubbins did not let Naylor get any pace going with the ball. The second half only became more intense. Ryan Penner, Andy Brock and Pellet got up off the ground a few times, but a wee bit slower each time. Rucking on the Harlequin 22 yard line proved effective as Jeff “McFly” Dobson

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pee wee, junior bantam and bantam players. This will run June 3 to 28 on Tuesdays, Thursday and Saturdays. More information can be found at www. shuswapfootball.com. New players are always welcome.

Enjoy your time on the water…

Saturday May 10 • 11 am to 3 pm at Canoe Beach.

Free outings on the lake will be offered!

• Paddlers and rowers will be available to answer your questions • Boat and equipment displays from various retail representatives on location

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Join in the fun and you are invited to try all of the programs.

• Putting, Chipping, Pitching, Full Swing, Course Management and Rules & Etiquette • Emphasis on improvement and enjoyment of the game of golf! • Limited class sizes FRIDAYS: 6PM, May 9, 16, 23, June 6 & 13 TUESDAYS: 5:30PM, May 20, 27, June 3, 10 & 17 WEDNESDAYS: 11:00AM, May 14, 21, 28, June 4 & 11 12:30PM, May 14, 21, 28, June 4 & 11

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Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our ofﬁce, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 WRITERS GROUP – Shuswap Writers’ Group meeting takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the boardroom at the Mall at Piccadilly. Drop-ins are welcome.

THURSDAY, MAY 8 BIG DANCE – School District #83’s 18th annual Big Band Dance takes place at 7 p.m. at the Sullivan Campus. Bands from A.L. Fortune, Eagle River Secondary, Salmon Arm Secondary, the SAS Choir and the Ken Kosowick Band will perform. Tickets are $5 at Acorn Music, or at the door. Formal attire is suggested. FRIDAY, MAY 9 BENEFIT CONCERT – A Songs of Spring Grand Concert to benefit the local women’s shelter takes place at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, featuring an eclectic slate of music. Admission is by donation. SOAR – Members of S.O.A.R. meet at 10 a.m. at the Canoe Seniors’ Centre. Call Wayne at 250-832-3497 for more information. TEEN IMPROV – The Salmon Arm Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library hosts a free drop-in teen improv night at 6:30 p.m. (also May 23), designed for teens ages 13 to 18 who like to act, like improv shows and can think on their feet. For more information, call 250-832-6161 or visit www.orl.bc.ca.

SATURDAY, MAY 10 DOC WALK – Join some of the local doctors in a short community walk towards good health Saturday, May 10. Check in at Marine Park near the entrance to the wharf at 11:30 a.m. The walk begins at noon. FUNK ALARM – The Salty Street Festival in downtown Salmon Arm will include a full day of family activities beginning at 9 a.m., petting zoo, scavenger hunt for teens, wine and food-tasting tour, pie-eating contest, bike events and a free Routes & Blues sponsored concert featuring longtime festival favourites, Five Alarm Funk, at 5 p.m. at the wharf. CRIB – Silver Creek Seniors host a crib tournament from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their hall at 3048 Hornberger Rd. DANCE – Shuswap Dance Center presents Icons Through the Agents at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the SASCU Rec Centre. Admission is $8 at the dance studio on Okanagan Avenue or $9 at the door. OPERA – The Met: Live in HD presents Rossini’s La Cenerentola at 9:55 a.m. at the Salmar Classic. Running time is three hours and 40 minutes. BAND CONCERT – The Salmon Arm Community Band performs its spring concert at 7:30 p.m. at First United Church on Okanagan Avenue. Admission is by donation. SILVER SCREEN – Shuswap Film Society presents the Palestinian film Omar, a noir-ish psychological thriller set in the occupied West Bank at 5 p.m. at the Salmar Classic. PLANT SALE – The Shuswap Garden Club hosts a plant sale at Scout Hall, 2460 Auto Rd. Sale starts at 8 a.m. and goes until 11 or when plants are sold.

SUNDAY, MAY 11

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Thaw out with Corb Lund

Tour: Musician to play Salmar Classic on May 11. A couple of years ago, award-winning Alberta musician Corb Lund dealt with some hard life knocks by retreating to a cabin about an hour outside of Edmonton. It was there that most of the cuts off his latest 12-track album, Cabin Fever, a record that was his highest Canadian Billboard 200 debut, hitting No. 1 in its first week of release. From Goth girls to survivalists, bovines to Bibles, antique pistols to vintage motorcycles, honky-tonker Lund’s songcraft covers it all. The Juno awardwinner and seven-time Roots Artist of the Year winner at the Canadian Country Music Awards is backed by his longtime band, The Hurtin’ Albertans (guitarist/ multi-instrumentalist Grant Siemens, upright bassist Kurt Ciesla, and drummer Brady Valgardson), the band recorded loose and live,

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TUESDAY, MAY 13 SONG CONCERT – The Shuswap Singers with White Rock’s Kent Street Choristers present their Say it with a Song at 7:30 p.m. at First United Church. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for youths or students.

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Juno winner: Corb Lund brings his Spring Thaw tour to Salmon Arm on Sunday. with almost no overdubs. Cabin Fever offers a portrait of a survivalist preparing for the apocalypse; a tale of a rural man losing a woman to the allure of New York City life; an ode to his

vintage BMW motorcycles, new drinking songs, a throwback to his punk days (when he claimed membership in the speed-metal band The Smalls) and a desire to date in “The Gothest Girl I Can.”

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CORB LUND – Gee Dan and Kootenay Concerts presents Corb Lund, with special guests Harlan Pepper at 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre. Tickets are $40 and are available at the Salmar Grand and Salmar Classic Theatres during operating hours. CONCERT – Celebrate spring with the award-winning school district children’s and youth choirs from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Salvation Army New Hope Community Church at 191 Second Ave. NE. Admission is by donation.

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Just like Lund’s subjects run the gamut, so do the sonics, ranging from rockabilly to Western swing, cowboy balladry to country-rock. And, of course, the occasional yodel. Lund fans will have a chance to hear him when the Spring Thaw Tour stops at the Salmar Classic Theatre this Sunday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. Appearing with Corb Lund is Harlan Pepper, a four-piece band hailing from Hamilton, Ont. Their music has been described as psychedelic-roots, as the songs blend influences and styles from the past. Tickets are $40 and are available at the Salmar Grand during regular operating hours, which are 6 to 11 p.m. every day and 1:30 to 4:30 on weekends and at the Salmar Classic every day from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

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be signing books at Bookingham Palace in the Mall at Piccadilly in Salmon Arm from noon until 2 p.m. on Friday, May 16. Gabaldon will also be one of the festival

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Theatre project in works The audience at the Music Festival Night of the stars applauded in appreciation over the vision of the new community theatre. James bowlby, chairperson, made the announcement that the new society, shuswap society for Arts and Culture has kicked off a campaign to gain support for this much-

needed facility. Memberships are being sold and more than 100 people have signed up. An additional 2,500 people have signed petitions for this facility. The new society is charged with erecting and managing a facility that will have a large auditorium/theatre, a black box theatre, a scene shop, costume

storage and shop and a board room. Information is available at the shuswap society for Arts and Culture website www.s_sac.com Contact person is bowlby at 250-832-8383. The society is asking shuswap residents to join and help ensure this project becomes a reality.

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(From left) Megan Kitagawa, Tonya Neate, Jenn Tipper, Coralie Tolley, Parris Winsor, Candi Staley and Maryann Baker take part in a ’50s dance performance and fashion show, prior to a screening of Grease Saturday at the Salmar Classic Theatre. Money raised from the event will go to the Shuswap-North Okanagan Brain Injury Society.

Present our Spring Concert

Duo channel Leonard Cohen Fans the world over cherish the poetry and music of Leonard Cohen, and perhaps the most evident dedication of appreciation is through playing his songs. Covering Cohen’s works is a task not easily completed due to his own unique approach to music, but victoriabased songwriters and musicians oliver swain

and Glenna Garramone were up for the challenge, forming the duo Tower of song. The two share a love of the renowned Canadian songwriter and possess an undeniable musical chemistry that complements their impressive voices and multi-instrumental talents. The result is a collection of music that will

surprise and delight both music fans and Cohen fans especially. In City and In Forest was released on April 22. The duo will perform their re-imagined covers, such as swain’s live show favourite, A Thousand Kisses, and Garramone’s unique Hey That’s No Way to Say Goodbye, as well as originals of their own

Swap shoes for charity she shoe swaps For Charity hosts a sale of gently used clothing saturday, May 10 at the Mall at Piccadilly. Ladies are invited to donate new or gentlyused shoes, boots and bags until May 9. Drop boxes are located at sears and the royal bank. Donations are also accepted at brooke Jackson Downs LLP. Donations bring an opportunity to win one of 10 donor prizes this year, ranging from a $100 gift certificate to shuswap bliss, a mov-

ie night for two with popcorn at the salmar, a $50 gift certificate to A Flower shop, $50 gift certificate to bradbury’s, a beautiful picture on canvas by prize-winning photographer Penny Colton and more. The big sale is on saturday, May 10 at the Mall at Piccadilly across from sport Chek. shopping begins at 9:30 a.m. and continues until 4:30 p.m., or when everything is sold. Prices will range between $10 and $20 for

most items. organizers are excited to have a few special items that will also be available to bid on – three beautiful Coach purses and a Prada bag. All proceeds are divided between two local charities: the s.A.F.e. society women’s shelter and the shuswap Community Foundation’s rosemarie’s Fund, created in memory of the late rosemarie vennard, who loved salmon Arm. For more information, visit www. sheshoeswaps.com.

Students may apply for bursary Local voice and piano students wishing to continue their education may now apply for the elizabeth scott vo-

cal Choral bursary. The award is geared for students in the North okanagan or shuswap areas.

Application forms and more information can be obtained by phoning 250-5456494.

that are Cohen-inspired. Joining the duo on tour will be cellist Corbin Keep, as well as a selection of local artists who will share their own Cohen covers with audiences at many of the Tower of song shows. The show takes place at 7:30 p.m. sunday, May 11 at the Wicked spoon. Admission is $15.

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Songs of Spring: Event Friday at St. Andrews Presbyterian. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Grand Concert – Songs of Spring to benefit the local women’s shelter will play out Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The annual concert earned its moniker from former parishioner Sally Wise, who thought the church’s fabulous grand piano should be heard by a broader audience. “People took lessons here, (opera singer) Stephanie Nakagawa got lessons on this piano,” says Rev. Woldy Sosnowsky. “Because of the piano, they called it the grand concert and while we feature the piano always, the concert has morphed into more of a variety concert.” The piano was made by Chickering and Sons, a Boston, Mass. piano manufacturer, and was built around the turn of the 20th century. It came to Salmon Arm from Manitoba when its owners, George and Mary Wat-

son moved here in the early seventies. It was too big for their home so, in 1974, they donated it to the Presbyterian Church, which was located in the downtown are until 1981. Mary was the church pianist and the piano has been rebuilt by local piano technician, Deborah McCann, who has restored the sound to its original beauty. The last concert was held in November 2012, so when Andrew Stoney became the new music director at St. Andrews, he also acquired the job of organizing another grand concert. “Andrew is an extraordinary pianist and has invited some of his friends – Emily Wark will play Rachmaninoff, Andrew will accompany some violinists and a cellist on works by Vivaldi and Clara Henderson will perform folk and country on accordion,” he says. Also on the program are Jim McConnell and Juanita Austin and their group Black and Blues, Olga and Igor

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Patti and Marc Dansereau of Sorrento are happy to announce a daughter, Zoe Johanna, on April 4 at 11:22 a.m. in Shuswap Lake Hospital weighing 9 lbs., 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Andre & Suzanne Dansereau of Sorrento and Mary & Larry Scherr of Carp, Ontario.

Free Birth Announcements The Salmon Arm Observer is pleased to run a free birth announcement for all “New Arrivals!” Provide us with information by phoning 832-2131 or drop into our office at 171 Shuswap St. NW, downtown Salmon Arm. If you want a picture of the new arrival to run with the announcement, bring your infant in within a week of being discharged from hospital and we will take their picture at no charge.

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Society representative Faith Simpson during a practice for the Grande Concert – Songs of Spring, a benefit for the Shuswap Women’s Shelter being presented Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Aleksiienko, who will perform Ukrainian folk tunes, tenor Richard Good, who will sing a number of show tunes and classical guitarist Jonathan Stutchberry. “The performers will present their gifts free of charge in recognition of what the

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Band celebrates 18 years of music Dust off those winter doldrums with the Salmon Arm Community Band as members celebrate 18 years of making music together. The inter-generational group of musicians is putting the finishing touches to a delightful lineup of mixed repertoire for the annual Spring Band concert to be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10 at the First United Church. This concert lineup features refreshing contemporary selections ranging from a medley of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s Phantom of the Opera, to the breathtaking Parade of the Tall Ships donated by trumpet player, Rosalyn MacGregor. Heartfelt romantic period works such as Edward Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite and Offenbach’s Orpheus in the Underworld to timeless hits as Big Band Boogie and Indiana Jones will round out the program. Sharing the podium

is Cees Kooyman, who has conducted since the band’s inception in 1996 and brings a wealth of conducting experience prior to immigrating to Canada from Holland, and Jim

Johnston, who is wellknown in the Shuswap for his stellar ‘jazz hat’ and previous involvement in music education since 1980 throughout the Shuswap School District.

Admission is by donation and the doors open at 7 p.m. Stay afterwards and enjoy the refreshments and a chance to meet and mingle with the musicians.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Clear thinking is on the agenda this week. It first starts off with your taking practical steps towards your financial goals. Take every opportunity offered to you at work and this will lead to a greater ability to acquire resources. Later in the week those significant relationships in your life will offer you a reason to compromise. Create more harmony within your life and form closer bonds with them. You will be rewarded.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This week will offer you with a very optimistic outcome. Seek out all opportunities to improve your selfesteem and career achievements. Try to understand the practical views expressed by your business partners or your close relationships. You’ll be more confident with approaching long standing issues and learning how to improve their status. You might feel limited or restricted right now, but this will start to improve this week and move forward.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): There is great opportunity this week to re-adjust your sails towards more harmony and balance with those significant relationships in your life. Financial interactions will be highlighted at the end of this week, but until then, seek out realistic and practical options to any issues that might come up. Find that proper balance in your daily life, and seek out the advice of those close to you, they are more willing to help you out now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): See another’s point of view this week. The more you compromise with others, the more peace you will find within yourself. There will be great opportunity for you to shine this week. This can happen either through publishing, foreign travel or simply sharing your point view. Talk from a place of depth and try not to brush over subjects now. By sharing your fears with others, they will be more inclined to help you overcome them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This week will prove to be very rewarding for you on a very deep level. Opportunities will arise that will allow you to find the proper balance with your health and your daily routine. Is there something that needs to be addressed at work to ensure that you do not compromise your diet and or health? Confidence will be up by the end of the week and so will finances. Simply try to see anotherís point of view now. By the end of the week, youíll have much to be cheerful about!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There is a great opportunity to release past fears that have held you back previously this week Wonderful opportunities will present themselves that will alter your financial savings. Let go of the past and move forward along with your goals. There will be lots of chatter and interactions with others near the end of this week. Have faith in those you trust, they are guiding you towards compassion and honesty on a profound level. Stick to a plan this week and all will be fine.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your dreams are coming true now. Opportunity for you to shine amongst your friends and network will be highlighted now. Even small opportunities will lead to something big now. Being realistic and compromising with others is essentials this week. By achieving that balance of give and take, you will be rewarded on a professional level. Solid bonds with romantic relationships will ensure you will achieve all that you have set out to achieve.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Interactions with friends this week will allow you to be more open- minded to their views on life. Their knowledge and connections will come in handy this week as well, but make sure you take them up on every opportunity presented to you now. Great success will be had by the end of this week, allow for compromise and team work to happen at work. Express yourself in more practical ways and you’ll be able to achieve those goals you’ve set out for yourself this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There will be great opportunities this week which will leave you feeling abundant and blessed. Take these opportunities as stepping stones for your professional and public life. Your public life will flourish if you are more compromising with family members. Take their advice - they are simply trying to help you with lasting changes. Interactions with friends will prove to be entertaining and fun. Simply find the middle ground between career and home life now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): After a long period of time of your feeling that your actions are slower, this week will prove to be very rewarding for you. You career will pick up speed and opportunities will present themselves this week. Romantic relations will start to improve as well as how you express yourself to others. There seems to be a quickness and agility to this week and it is for you to consider all options before making one decision. Seek out advice from those teachers or mentors now.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Communicate more with your family this week. Take their wisdom into account now. Any opportunities that present themselves, whether in publishing or foreign travel, will be greatly rewarding and will have a lucky vibe and outcome. Your perspective is changing in a more balanced and practical sense. Compromise with those you share a close bond with now and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the outcome. Your dreams are coming true and everyone wants to help you.

(For solution see Today’s Answers in this paper).

“Just think of it as making a contribution to my pension fund.”

TAMMY HOWKINS

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Conservatives begin candidate search With the announcement that Colin Mayes will not seek re-election, the North Okanagan-Shuswap Conservative Association (NOSCA) will be actively seeking out nominees for the Conservative Party of Canada candidate position for the 2015 federal election. Mayes received a

standing ovation in thanks for his nearly 10 years of representation of the Okanagan Shuswap riding at their recent annual general meeting. While announcing his retirement from federal politics, Mayes also pledged to complete his term with the same energy he has always brought to rep-

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Someone so dearly loved, so popular with his friends. We should not cry forever, for this is not the end. His memory lives amongst us, times we both laughed and cried. I cannot bear bare to lose him, but one day, we all must die. I hear his voice within me, and his funny little laugh. So many things remind me, of times that are now gone past. Love, Dad and family

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Both of you are always on our minds and in our hearts. CHRIS BOMAN Aug 5 1988- May 6 2013 Taken From Us... Way Too Soon Sorrowfully missed by his loving family and forever in our hearts.

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Lois Seltenrich A bit over 3 years ago Jesus took you home And not a day goes by that you’re not here I see you in the garden that we shared, I as a child My family sees you in me, as in a mirror I love you Mom, with all my heart And wish you’d met your sweet grandson He just turned 2, and Dad was here As was your Spirit for the fun There’s not a room in this old house Devoid of memory I see you everywhere I look Like picking plums beneath the tree You are a part of everyday A part of everything I do And though I miss you terribly I strive to be like you

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PEDERSON, AUDREY (NEE HUDSON) The family of Audrey Pederson (Hudson) announce with great sadness her passing on April 11, 2014 at the age of 95, at Bastion place with family by her side. Audrey loved being with her husband Clayton Pederson in the back country, camping, fishing and hunting or just at the cabin enjoying life to the fullest. She loved to sew in her earlier years making quilts. Predeceased by her husband Clayton Pederson, August 2007, daughter Sharon Johnson, October 2011 and Son in law Carl Johnson, April 2009. Audrey will be missed by her son Wayne Pederson of Sicamous, grandchildren, John (Dawn) Johnson of Fort Saskatchewan, Ralph Johnson of Sicamous, Bob Johnson of Salmon Arm, Carla (Darrell) King of Canoe, Paula (Carl) of Kelowna, great grandchildren, Dan, Kim, Shawnee, Nicole, Derek, Chantel, Logan, and one great, great grandchild, Reed. Open house to celebrate her life will be held at Audrey’s home, 606 alder Ave, Sicamous on May 17, 2014 at 1:00 until 4:00 pm. The family would like to thank home care, seniors that brought her meals every week, and the staff at Bastion Place. Email condolences may be sent through Audrey’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

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Wanted Immediately 4 local drivers; We require 4 class 1 drivers for local work; Duties include local deliveries in and around the Okanagan area as well as switches. Must be willing and able to work rotating weekends. Must have own transportation and be reliable. Please fax resume with current abstract: 250-546-0600. Email parris@ricknickelltrucking.com no phone calls please.

We require long and short haul US capable drivers. We are an Okanagan based company with dedicated suppliers and customers and require drivers to fill their orders. Our short haul drivers primarily service the US northwestern with dedicated runs available and are home regularly, our long hauls drivers service the southwestern US and are home on a weekly basis for resets. We offer: Dedicated Tractors, US Medical Coverage, Company Cell phones, Direct deposit pay with no holdbacks. Dedicated lanes. Rider Policy. All we need from you is US capabilities, border crossing experience and a professional attitude, Class 1 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a clean abstract and are physically fit. Please fax or email your resume and abstract with US drivers in subject line to 250-546-0600 or email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phones calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.

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Rapid-Span is the leading provider of transportation infrastructure products in Western Canada, with our head office being located in the North Okanagan city of Armstrong B.C. Currently we are looking for FULL TIME PRODUCTION WORKERS at our Precast plant in Armstrong. The successful candidates will have training and experience in one or more of the following areas: concrete finishing, experience with concrete repairs, rebar placing & tying, related construction experience and ability to read blue prints. Having an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certificate would be an asset. The successful candidates must also be self motivated, demonstrate effective communication skills and able to work in a team environment.

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DENTAL STAFF: FT ( PT CertiďŹ ed dental assistant/PT Receptionist). reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d for dental practice located in Salmon Arm. CDA-Orthodontic and Prosthodontic modules are an asset, any reception experience with computers would be valuable. References are requested. please mail to: Dental Staff Position, PO Box 1606, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P7 or email: salmonarmcda@hotmail.com

Looking for mature responsible person for housekeeping/cooking in small Shuswap Care home. For details call Christina 250-253-8510 New Security company in the North shore of Shuswap Lake is looking for mature experienced Guards must have BC ministry of Justice security worker license or basic security training course and willing to apply for license. Valid BC Drivers license and own reliable vehicle. Drivers abstract required. Call Brian at 250-299-7981 or 1-250-9550617

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NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market News & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Auto Rd. 15th St. SE - 30th Ave/30 St NE -SW by Piccadilly Mall -NE Appleyard SICAMOUS -Pine, Spruce & Maple Call Valerie 250-832-2131

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Night time housekeeper needed for graveyard shift at Seniors Care Home. Duties incl. light housekeeping, baking and security. Call Christina for detail at 250-253-8510 R.J. HANEY Heritage Village has a unique opportunity for a First Cook. This is a seasonal fulltime position, wage is dependent upon experience. Call 250-832-5243 SALMON Arm Go Karts is looking for F/T & P/T help. Must work well with the public. Resume to: info@salmonarmgokarts.ca

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Maintenance Person 1 - Qualified Trades Person - Electrician This is a temporary full-time summer position for forty (40) hours per week. This is a Union position paying $28.87 per hour. The work shift will normally be 7:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Manager of Facilities, provide electrical services to the School District for the service and maintenance of all types of electrical systems and equipment at School District Facilities. QUALIFICATIOINS: Q Industry Training Authority (ITA) Certificate of Trade Qualifications (TQ) to include Certificate of Apprenticeship, and possession of Field Safety Representative (FSR) certification (Class B or equivalent) according to the BC Safety Authority; Q Four (4) years working experience as a tradesperson in maintenance within the trades related to servicing and installation of electrical and electronic equipment, alarm systems and control systems; Q Hold and maintain a valid B.C. Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License; Q Knowledge and understanding of applicable WorkSafe BC regulations; Q Working knowledge of other related maintenance trades connected to physical plant servicing. Please submit with full supporting documents (proof of qualification must accompany application), including three professional and three personal references to apply@sd83. bc.ca or Tracey Ward, Human Resources Department, Box 129, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 or Fax No. (250) 832-9428 by Friday, May 16th. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Seeking 1 Part-Time Front Desk/Houskeeper. Must be available to work a.m./p.m. & Weekends. Must be able to do housekeeping. Wages neg. Apply in person with resume to:

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SERVERS needed P/T at Home Restaurant in Sorrento willing to work flexible hours. Apply in person with resume. Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

Home Care/Support LIVE in Caregiver needed for elderly man in Blind bay B.C with mobility issues. Free rent as well as salary provided. Own living area as well as bedroom and bathroom provided downstairs. 2 day off per week and support as a caregiver is at site also. Caregiving experience needed. No pets Fax resume to mowers@telus.net. Call Carol at 250-804- 5229

Labourers WANTED - full time employee 35 to 40 hrs. per week Training will be provided, but priority will be given to someone who is mechanically inclined and comfortable working around CNC and other machinery. Must be physically strong as some heavy lifting will be involved. Must be willing to learn a variety of tasks, including some shipping and receiving. We are a small company with a bright future located in the Salmon Arm Industrial Park and are seeking an individual to join our team for the long haul. Starting wage is negotiable and employee benefits are provided. Fun place to work with a young dynamic group of people. Please fax resume to 250-833-0463 or email to: hodgsonsaw@telus.net

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Garage Sales 2743 Mt. Dale Place Blind Bay May 17 8:30-3pm Perennial plants/garage sale over 250 lge and small pots & gdn art. 2 Family Estate Sale 7140 49th St NE Canoe May 10th 8am-4pm May 11th 11am-3pm Hshld, Tools, camping, furniture cameras & More

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Misc. for Sale ALLOY rims with tires, Chevy 18” 6 bolt Nitto Motive rubber 245/45ZR18 100y. Like new. $500. (250)675-4477 BED Chesterfield (lt. green) $25., wall unit (walnut color) $20., 2 bikes lady/man, good cond $75. ea. (250)955-6366

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IDEAL FOR: Table covers, crafts, drawing or packing. Various sizes. Available at the SALMON ARM OBSERVER OFFICE • Cash Sales Only 171 Shuswap St. NW, Salmon Arm

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Misc. Wanted

Mortgages

Collectors Currently Buying: Coin Collections, Antiques, Native Art, Old Silver, Paintings, Jewellery etc. We Deal with Estates 778-281-0030 GREAT songs, need keyboard player. Share if published (250)832-3338 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

CRAFTSMAN 12 hp 4 spd. 38 “ cut riding mower. $325.00 (250)836-3935 GE 30” Range. White Self Cleaning, fairly new. Doesn’t fit after house reno $300 OBO 250-517-9412 KILL BED bugs & their eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot. LAWN Mower Scott’s Ride-on w/grass catcher. 42 in. Exc cond. $1495 OBO View at Lee Creek 604-530-4705 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. SNAPPER riding mower, good for parts $100 OBO (250)832-6592 Stamp collections incl World Wide, Canada, G.B. Sheets blocks singles incl rare. 250549-1002 or 250-351-9663

Free Items FREE Scrap metal removal or drop off. Pick - up or delivery. 250-804-5277

Real Estate For Sale By Owner Owner financing 4bdrm, 2.5 bath home on acreage, near Enderby. In-law suite, fruit trees/berries etc, pasture/barn, will take mobile, rv or property in trade. $399,000 Call 250309-1506

Houses For Sale Care-free living! 2 bedroom, 2 bath + den townhouse with a garage All one level Overlooks green space and has a lovely porch area Updated flooring, paint, fridge, stove and water heater see pictures at www.propertyguys.com sign#64890 $199,900. Call (250)832-6765

STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot savings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

For Sale By Owner

Lots Almost Half Acre View Lots 4210 20th St NE Green Emerald Estates Now Selling Starting at $209,000 www.greenemeraldinc.com Call Gary 250-833-5855

For Sale By Owner

For Sale by Owner Older home on corner lot in Salmon Arm Close to town, 2610 sq. ft with 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 bath and in-law suite. Many updates including flooring, roof, appliances, landscaping and hot tub. Utility shed, 5 car parking including RV parking. $289,000 Drive by 381 7th Ave NE, Salmon Arm. View by appt. only 250-804-4780

Homes for Rent

Lakeside Realty Ltd.

Homes for Rent

R E N TA L S

1 Bedrm., 1 Bath House 4 appliances, NS, NP #2 530 Alymer Rd., Chase $700/mo. 2 Bedrm., 1 Bath House F/S, sunroom, Large carport. NS, NP #4 530 Alymer Rd., Chase $800/mo.

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Real Estate 20 ACRES $0 down, only $119/mo. Owner financing, no credit checks! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful mountain views! Money back guarantee. Call 866-882-5263 Ext. 81 or online www.sunsetranches.net

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1bdrm across from City Hall. Adults, N/S, No pets. Refs req’d, $710/mo. Phone: 250833-0420 or 250-253-0606 1BDRM. apartment, close to down town, adults, NS, NP, references req.(250)833-6855 1 BDRM. apts. in new 4-plex, f/s, private level entry, mature adults, quiet pet OK. June 1. $750 & $830/mo. 1070 1st. St. SE. 250-833-2129. 2 BDRM avail May. 1st, NS, NO PETS, $750/mo + util. 191 4th St. SE (250)804-9627 2BDRM. condo in quiet 55+, NS, NP building, centrally located in SA, walking distance to both malls, bright corner unit w/ensuite, $945/mo. incl. water, garbage, heat, DD req’d, Call (250)833-8281 3BDRM SA.Reliable, responsible, working tenants. N/S, N/P. Washer/dryer, lge kitchen Above D/T business. Avail. now $950. 250-463-9777 LAKEVIEW MANOR Beautiful unfurnished and fully furnished Apts. Viewing Shuswap Lake & McGuire Park. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. *Short term rates avail. Ref’s req’d (250)833-9148

Commercial/ Industrial 2100 Sq. Ft. Commercial space for lease. $1100 plus triple net/month located just off TC Hwy in Sorrento BC 250517-0003 900 Sq. Ft. OFFICE space. $1295/mo. 450 Lakeshore Dr. incl. heat, light power & A/C. Neil 1-250-826-8181 or neilmchaffie01@gmail.com. RETAIL space for lease in Blind Bay/Sorrento area. Excellent rates. Call Terry (250)804-6132

Cottages / Cabins BRIGHT, clean fully furn. cottage, Paradise Point, past Sunnybrae, 1bdrm., Kitchen living & dining room, laundry $750 monthly rental. incl. hydro, sat tv & internet. (250)835-8236

Mobile Homes & Pads RENOVATED 1994 2bdrm mobile home with a large addition and a carport, 15min east of Sicamous along the Eagle river on a fenced private acreage. Horses and pets considered non smokers preferred. $650/mo + hydro for inquiries or more information call or text 403-829-1744 or email carly.procyshyn@gmail.com

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MARA: 2bdrm. mobile, addition, deck, creekside, new floors, electric & plumbing, f/s/w/d/ac, elec. heat, $700/mo. + DD (250)838-7670 Tappen 2BDRM $700/mo Avail now Ref’s req’d. Sm. Pet OK (250)835-4480

Homes for Rent 2 Bedroom house for rent in Sicamous. $850/month. Washer/Dryer and appliances included. Contact 403-689-9887 3BDRM. Lake view near Sorrento Avail June 1 Ref’s req. 250-564-3658

1998 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 Convertible

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Soft top, 5 speed manual. Heated leather seats, power windows, seats & mirrors. 4 new Uniroyal tires, Alpine stereo w/ ipod wired in. Wind blocker on roll bars, Air bags and more. Summer driven only and garage stored during winter. Very sleek looking and well maintained. 151,000 kms. $12,000 (250) 804-6399

4Bdrm 2Bth Small Rec room AC and central Vac $1500 incl. Util 250-515-0502 or 250814-4192 Avail June 1st COZY HOUSE central location avail June 1, 630 Okanagan Ave., 2bdrm, 1bath, pet neg., NS, $1000/mo. + utilities, photos on Kijiji (250)833-0310 Large 3+bdrm, 3 full bath Avail May 1. Huge yard, central air W/D DW. Dbl garage. Full finished bsmt. Pets Welcome. $1800/mo 250-832-9676 SM. BUNGALOW 700 s.f. 2 bdrms. 1.5 blocks to downtown Salmon Arm. $775/mo. 250-832-5956 cell.

Suites, Lower 1BDRM. W/O suite, Raven area., avail June 1 $700/mo. incl. util., N/S, DD, (250)2531265 /250-833-0248 2BDRM. newly reno’d, appl., NS, avail June 1, $800/mo. util. incl. (250)832-0013 2Bdrm NS, NP, close to DT, avail Jun 1 $850/mo. util. incl. (250)253-4444 3bdrm or 2bdrm, 5appl, near 4 schools, rink, NS, NP, back yard, a/c $900-950/mo. + DD,Top avail May 1 bottom avail June 1 Or will rent the whole house (250)295-5498 Bright New 1 Bdrm suite on Gleneden acreage. Close to town W/D Furn or Unfurn. Private entrance. Garden plot avail. NS NP $700/mo + Util. 250-253-4193

Motorcycles 2009 Yamaha 950 V Star only 6645 Km’s Great Cruiser $7000 Firm 250-804-2818

Recreational/Sale 10.5 Kit camper 1 pce roof F/S toilet $900. OBO 250-9556366

Trucks & Vans 1993 L80 Freightliner 20ft flatdeck, 5 tonne Crane truck. Exc Running cond. Sell as parts or as whole. $14,000 OBO 250804-1217/250-675-2592

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Legal Notices BAILIFF SALE 2011 Loadtrail 16’ Dumpbox Trailer, Tri-Axel, 21000 LB Capacity, Excellent Condition. 1994 Okanagan 26’ Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer, Sleeps 8, Excellent Condition $4,495. 2 sets of 2012 Doepker Super B Trailers. Contact Shuswap Bailiffs. 1 (250)503-6897

NEWLY renovated 1,100 sq.ft daylight basement suite, town & mall close. A real must see! $1,100/mo. incl. util. Available now. 1 yr.lease. 250-833-8966

Suites, Upper 3bdrm, 80 4thSt SE $1200/mo plus util N/S, N/P avail June 1. (250)253-4444 Ranchero, 3 bdrm, hardwood, 5 appl, orchard, movie theatre, miles of trails. $1650/mo. 250-833-1497 SICAMOUS; 3 BDRM 1100sq. ft. Shared laundry big yard 425 Main Street, Across from Askew Mall Avail now. $650/mo + util., (604)836-7888

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Make room for some relaxation It’s a well-known fact that mothers who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their families often end up forgetting about themselves. So, give your loving mother the chance to recharge her batteries by offering her some time at a spa or beauty clinic. It’s a great gift for the person who is always showering you with love! If there’s a woman who knows you better than anyone else in the world, it has to be your mother. Now it’s your turn to give her a personalized gift that you know she’ll love. A massage, manicure, or facial done by professionals has special meaning when offered as a gift by a loved one. While your mom is being thoroughly pampe-

Mom, body and soul, it’s important to give her an opportunity for total relaxation. Help her have a soothing day in peaceful surround-

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Pamper your mom this Mother’s Day with a session at the spa. red, she’ll be even happier knowing that the experience was a gift from you. A bit of research will help you make sure she enjoys this treat. Some spas and well-being centres clearly advertise their specialties. For example, if your mother suffers with arthritis, she’ll ap-

preciate thermal pool treatments or a massage with hot stones. Or, if she loves a bit of sparkle and glam, she’ll enjoy a facial and manicure. If you can’t

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make up your mind about the right kind of spa, you might want to ask family and friends for recommendations. When it comes time to pamper

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Dinner

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ings, far from her daily routine, where she can allow her thoughts to drift gently — and appreciate the thoughtfulness of your gift!

Happy Mother’s Day!

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada.Offers apply to the lease, finance or purchase of a new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab 4x4 (1WT/G80/B30/H2R), 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 HD Gas & Diesel. Freight ($1,695/$1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ‡‡ 2014 Silverado 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine has a fuel-consumption rating of 12.9L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 2WD and 14.1L/100 km city and 9.6L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. †† Based on Wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and last available information at the time of posting. Excludes other GM vehicles. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your dealer for additional details. † 0% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Silverado 1500 Regular/Double/Crew Cabs. Sample lease payments based on 36-month lease of 2014 Silverado Double Cab 4x4 (1WT/G80/B30/H2R/K05) on approved credit by GM Financial. 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