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Heading for home Shuswap barrel racer Candice Mitchell, riding Kita, heads for the finish line at the Salmon Arm Barrel Bonanza held Saturday and Sunday at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds. For more coverage, see page A19.

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More resources for city’s ER Shuswap Lake General: Additional doctor for summer caseload.

By Barb Brouwer OBSeRVeR STAFF

Shuswap lake General Hospital docs are doubling up this summer. every year between the May long weekend and September, the hospital’s emergency ward experiences a 30 per cent increase in visits, says hospital manager Mark Pugh. Instead of having one dedicated eR doctor on duty, there will be two between the hours of noon and 8 p.m. on weekends and holidays, and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, Pugh says. He says the summertime influx of patients to emergency often translates into very long wait times. “We looked at it proactively with the medical staff,” Pugh

said. “Historically we have always had a seasonal-pressures plan for the nursing staff and now this is another piece to reduce wait times in eR.” dr. Stacey Kirkman, newly appointed chief of medical staff, calls the plan a big improvement. “Before, it was volunteer extra coverage and while people were stepping up, there were holes (in the schedule),” he says. “now it’s rostered… people are already stepping up, but there are still empty slots for GPs, and locums who would like to do a bit extra. That’s tremendously helpful for keeping the flow in emerge.” Both Kirkman and Pugh agree that members of the public can do their part to help alleviate long waits in emerge by

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Improved service: Chief of medical staff Stacey Kirkman, hospital manager Mark Pugh and Interior Health area director Peter du Toit go over plans for the Shuswap Lake General Hospital summer season. taking more minor concerns to one of three walk-in clinics. There are clinics open during the day and evenings Mon-

This week By mixing fun and education, the iLearn Fair draws crowds to the fairgrounds. See A12 for more. Five ballet students will get unique training opportunities this summer. See A23.

day through Friday, as well as some daytime walk-in hours on Saturday. none of the walkin clinics are open Sunday.

Teachers vote on full-scale walkout Rotating one-day strikes will continue as the province awaits word on whether the Bc Teachers’ Federation will move to a full-scale walkout, potentially disrupting the final nine days of regularly scheduled classes. School district #83 teachers will be on the picket lines tomorrow, Thursday, June 12. As with the previous strikes, parents are asked to make alternate arrangements for their children that day. Teachers also voted Monday and Tuesday as to whether they support a full-scale walkout. The earliest strike action could take place is Monday, June 16. Salmon Arm Secondary’s graduation ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, June 26, will proceed regardless of strike action. School district administrative staff will be on hand to assist with the ceremony. Results of the vote were expected Tuesday evening, after the Observer’s press deadline.

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Brush alight: A fallen tree pulled down a section of power line along Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Road near the Sunnybrae Park on Monday evening. Crews were called in to extinguish the fire and remove the tree from the roadway.

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a Salmon Arm church A former youth leader at nine-month conditional has been sentenced to a probation after pleading sentence and one year of a 15-year-old girl he guilty to sexually assaulting met through church work. must also provide a Daron Mark Crown, 25, with the sex ofDNA sample and be registered years. of 10 fender database for a period De Walle accepted On Tuesday, Judge Edmond Crown counsel and dethe joint submission from which means Crown fence counsel for the sentence, the nine-month term; will not be incarcerated for in the community instead he will serve his sentence These include havunder a number of conditions. remaining under and ing no contact with the victim or approved house arrest except for employment he could be breached, absences. If conditions are time in prison. required to serve his remaining and accept respon“I wish to express deep regret the court,” said Crown, sibility for my actions to wife and a small cluswho attended court with his a dark blue pin-striped ter of friends. Dressed in with his wife as he sat suit, Crown often held hands with his head bowed. and put this matter “I hope to make restitution

behind me.” after allegations of Crown was charged in May came to light. the inappropriate relationship the victim’s family Concerns were raised by Crown had sent roses members, who discovered emails and text commuto the girl and later found The victim later spoke nication of a sexual nature. which began in to authorities of the relationship, touching and sexual February 2010, and included oral sex, but not intercourse. and his wife was Although Crown was married prosecutor Bill offences, pregnant at the time of the believed Crown was in Hilderman said the victim have an ongoing relove with her and they would lationship. serious breach of trust “What we have here is a of authority with a from a person in a position See Crown on page A2

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Council: Proposal would allow city to recoup costs for special events.

Court: Former church leader admits to sexual contact with 15-year-old. By Tracy Hughes

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Their reasoning may have differed but their message to city council was by and large the same: shelve the special events bylaw. On Monday evening, council’s chamber was open to the public to speak to the bylaw created in response to the coming of the Sturgis North motorcycle rally. The intent of the bylaw, as laid out by city administrator Carl Bannister, is to give the city the ability to collect fees associated with special events with 5,000 or more participants, particularly in relation to costs associated with policing, fire control and municipal public works. Additional costs related to the bylaw are an $800 application fee for a special event permit, a $500 fine for not having the permit, and a requirement of $10 million in liability insurance. First to comment on the bylaw was Salmon Arm Fall Fair president Phil Wright. He suggested the bylaw would have a negative impact on the Children’s Festival, which has no funds available for these costs. Wright suggested that instead of the underlong, so for 700 pagesnumber of attendees, the bylaw focus on the more than 400 contracts type it entails and standing what work themselves, and that of festival and, for services to the unemployed how to put a bid example, the number of beer garfiguring out the privacy of B.C.’s citizens dens By Martha Wickett it willparticuhave. to about 70, so that clients together is daunting, OBSERVER STAFF may be compromised. The second speaker was Christopher Green can go to one of 98 new of the smaller agencies. While the provincial govprovincial Em- larly for Langley-based complete and funGreenWay Legal Centre. Speaking the program idea of consoli- ‘full-service’ Providing as both a legal of Services Centres, damental transfor- ernment’s of Sturgis North, as range of services ployment cases to a satel- could require renovationsrepresentative well mation of the way dating the as an investor of equip-in the event, Green suggested the unemployed or in some purchase the to premises, available the are all city does not andan events bylaw at lite office, to access employment services this time and ment, training of staffneed into a ‘one-stop shopping’ asked expenses, that it be shelved services they qualify for and but provided to the unemployed until Jan. 2012. Green said format is seen as a good one, RFP is other start-up the bylaw would in this region and across B.C. are unthe will need. The final not only add additional cost to the institutions that’s where support for in March, with the financialSturgis event, expected is underway, a change which based stop, loans but to could prove provide prohibitive for orgain likely to new plan appears new program beginning has sparked fear in the hearts nizers smaller events. contract. ofof on this type particularly in rural regions. April 2012. of individuals and organizamin-bylaw you will, you pass this development Social “If In October, B.C.’s Miniswith the stroke One of many concerns al- Arm tions. said of a pen, make Salmon of Social Development the most difficult and program ister Kevin Krueger The fear centres around try with for about the proposed the most he empathizes expensive venue in British Cothoughprobably published a draft request is that it favours large organipredictions that the unemconsultalumbia much to host a special event, and one really has to as proposals (RFP) for agenwho concerns, in ployed will no longer be the zations or corporations ask done, is that resulting really what tion was you intended…,” said Green. of cies wishing to provide have the resources and finanwell-served, that many Green re-iterated an offer made recently proposed Employment Proby SturSee Big-Box on page A2 cial backing to launch a bid. those people with expertise gis to the city of $35,000 to cover associated the gram of British Columbia. The draft RFP is more than policin providing services to the ing costs. of The intent is to reduce unemployed could be out

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This week A Shuswap Middle School student gets set for the regional spell-off. See A15. Not everyone’s happy about the SilverBacks' winning streak. See A24.

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Downtown: After numerous citizen complaints, the city discovers a sewer line pumping waste into the storm drain system.

By Martha Wickett

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If it smells like sewage, it probably is. And it was. Maggy Davidson at Spirit Quest Bookstore and some of her neighbours on Lakeshore Drive have been living with a disgusting odour for months now. It comes and goes, wafting into their stores, making them nauseous, then disappearing. Davidson says she’s been dealing with it since October, Jacalyn Hays at Bella Interiors noticed it about a year ago. “I had got in touch with the city a couple of times a year ago about this problem. They passed it off – it’s nothing, it’s nothing, it’s your imagination type of thing. It’s been a big problem for a long time and they’ve ignored it, which

I find very annoying,” says Hays. “I guess when they flushed the lines, Davidson, too, said city hall’s attitude they sent it down her direction and stunk. made her life miserable,” says David“They’ve been awful to deal with. son. Then it came back Davidson’s Inferring I didn’t know what a sewer way. The smell was so bad, she wonsmell smells like – and it’s true, I don’t dered if some poor unsuspecting fish spend time crawling around sewers; had made a wrong turn and got lodged they inferred my staff didn’t know what in the storm water pipe. it smelled like.” However, last week, action. City staff She said she’s had a plumber to her sniffed out the source of the problem. building four times, and other tradesDale McTaggart, the city’s director of people. engineering and public works, told the “The city said it was a gas leak... so Observer Friday that by running camerthe gas company came with their meas into both the sanitary and storm sewters. The city said it’s after burners, you ers, staff discovered that somebody got need to get your furnace looked at.” the pipes mixed up. Sewage has been Finally, she says, the city agreed to running into the storm water system flush the storm-sewer lines out front. while storm water has been funnelled “Then the smell was gone, miracle.” into the sewage pipes. But the problem moved to Hays’ “I don’t know what happened, but store. See Crews on page A2

This week The Salmon Arm Icebreakers felt the need for speed. See A16. A local surgeon indulges his passion for theatre. See A21 for details.

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Downed tree sparks blaze By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Road was closed to traffic for three hours Monday after two dead trees fell onto the road, pulling hydro lines down with them. Tappen-Sunnybrae Fire Chief Kyle Schneider says firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 5:22 p.m. June 9. The fire, located near the parking lot at Sunnybrae Beach, had burned itself out by

the time firefighters responded. “But it took off again shortly and we couldn’t put water on it because the power was still on,” said Schneider, who notes a helicopter was called out but told to stand down for the same reason. BC Hydro was called out and arrived at 6:15. But crews had to find the box in order to turn the power off, Schneider says. In the meantime, some of the TappenSunnybrae firefighters,

along with area residents, were trapped on the Trans-Canada Highway side of the downed wires. The power was off by 6:30 and firefighters, assisted by a three-person initial attack crew from the Ministry of Forests rapattack base, attacked the fire, which had climbed some 600 feet up the hill below the bluffs. TappenSunnybrae firefighters were back in quarters by about 8:30 p.m. Schneider calls for caution, noting the fire

Lake to stay below 2012 level By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Forty millimetres is not a lot, but it could signal the beginning of the end for this year’s freshet. On June 5, the BC. River Forecast Centre predicted that Shuswap Lake would peak over the weekend at around 348.6 metres, similar to levels reached in 2011 and 2013 – a full metre below the lake level reached in 2012. Concerns from some quarters that a return of El Nino combined with heavy rainfall could result in flooding, prompted Shus-

wap Emergency Program (SEP) officials to advise that, according to experts, 2012 levels will not be reached. “There is no forecast for heavy rainfall for the province, except perhaps for isolated thunderstorms similar to what has been experienced over the past few days in the Shuswap region,” stated a June 5 SEP public advisory. The BC Forecast Centre confirmed last week that smaller tributaries in the Shuswap have peaked. However, if a thunderstorm were to stall over a creek and dump excessive precip-

itation, the watercourse could rise temporarily. Such smaller rainfalls are not expected to have any impact on the level of the lake. Emergency Centre Operations information officer Cathy Semchuk says the lake level was down 40 mm from its 348.584-mm high last Friday. “It’s hard to say if that’s the peak for freshet because if we get heavy rain or higher temperatures that will melt the snowpack quickly, the lake will again go up,” says Semchuk. “But it’s anticipated it will peak soon.”

danger rating in the area is already high. This makes the Kamloops Fire Centre’s fire prohibition notice timely. Effective at noon on Sunday, June 15, the current open burning ban will be expanded throughout the entire Kamloops Fire Centre to include the Salmon Arm Fire Zone. Anyone planning to light anything other than a campfire in the Salmon Arm Fire Zone or Clearwater Fire Zone must extinguish it by noon on June 15.

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Farmland: Shuswap MLA says changes will encourage family

Greg Kyllo ShuSwap MLa provide about 15 per cent of farm-gate sales. He said the amended act would help farming parents who wish to entice their children to farm. They might wish to subdivide one quarter of an acre to house their grown children so they could move back to help. “I don’t think we’re going to see a real endrun on agricultural land like some of the skeptics are maintaining.” Prior to the amended act, Salmon Arm, however, was already able to take land out of the

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chair Richard Bullock, Pimm writes: “Every time I try to contact Mr. Bulluch (sic) I am told that he is an arm’s length body and for me to get the hell out of his hair. Who the hell is running our Province anyways?” Kyllo said he hasn’t read the emails in their entirety, and thinks it’s important the ALC maintains independence from government.

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Water main break floods Fourth Damage: A resident on disability pension left in a dilemma.

by Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

For James Bessette and Stacey Black, it was the kind of give and take they could have done without. They live at 130 Third St. SE. On Tuesday, June 3, Bessette paid property taxes at city hall. Later that day, a city water main on Fourth Street SE behind First United Church broke, ruining their grassy backyard. The yard filled with water while rivers ran under a newly built shed. Pressure from the water popped out one of the windows in their basement. “I go down there and pay my few thousand dollars of taxes, then the yard floods and they don’t care,” he remarked. Black agrees. “It does still suck as we’re on the hook for costs and it’s probably something the city should have been a little bit more on the ball with getting done.” Bessette says it appears they may be the only people on Third Street whose property was affected. On Fourth Street SE, it’s a different story. About four homes were hit. John McGinn, who has rented a house there for about three years

and lives on a disability allowance, may have been harder hit than anyone. Water rushed across his neighbour’s driveway, carrying gravel and dirt onto the lawn in his backyard. A river of water washed into his basement, filling it with about two-and-a-half feet of water. The city pumped out the basement, but he says he’s on his own for the rest. His landlord is in Africa and he can’t reach her sister, who is apparently living in town. His washing machine and dryer were wrecked by the water and now sit, broken, in his backyard. His hot water tank and furnace were shut off and remain so, a week later. He’s been told a licensed contractor is needed to decide if they are safe. “I can’t afford a licenced contractor – I can barely afford to eat,” he said, noting he went to social services who gave him an emergency number to call. There he was told that if a river was running through, they could help him but, because it is not, there is nothing they can do. So McGinn hasn’t been able to shower or wash dishes or clothes for a week. Because

he has a back injury, he hasn’t been able to move some of the flooded belongings. He also needs a truck to move some of the damaged goods, and his home is starting to smell musty. He also will have to remove the gravel from the backyard. “I don’t know what to do. I have to somehow end up getting a washer and dryer, and somehow get my water heater and furnace going again... I just want the necessities of life again, that’s all.” Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering and public works, said the connection from the hydrant to the water main was the problem. “It’s an old asbestos concrete line, an a-c line, so we replace those lines when we have funding. We’ve got a number of lines around the community that we have identified for replacement and this one was actually identified for being replaced this year. We had it designed last year and we were going to do the work in the fall,” he said. “Unfortunately, you can’t time these things, so the water main will be replaced this year. And we hadn’t had any breaks on that line before, it was basically some service leaks.”

city put up a four-way stop, including a stop sign for the west entrance to the downtown Askew’s parking lot, to make traffic flow more smoothly and safely.

Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering and public works, said the configuration is similar to the four-way stop added at Ross Street

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City councillors supportive of school trustee reduction By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF

Unlike politicians in Enderby, Salmon Arm councillors are supportive of School District #83 cutting the number of trustees on its board.

Salmon Arm Coun. Denise Reimer says it’s nice to see the board consider cutbacks in light of the recent $1.8 million budget cuts the district has recently had to face. “I appreciate that given

the current circumstances they are taking the time to look at this and see where they can scale back,” said Reimer. Coun. Chad Eliason also said he wouldn’t go against the district’s decision, as

they’ve done the research and they know the numbers. Mayor Nancy Cooper said her only concern was that residents in Sicamous and Enderby may have a problem with losing repre-

sentatives. But Coun. Debbie Cannon says it makes sense. “I support it,” said Cannon. “Based on the population numbers with how many people are in Sicamous and Enderby, it

makes sense they would only have one trustee and Salmon Arm would have three.” A decision on the number of trustees could occur June 23 and come into affect by November’s civic election.

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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, June 23, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. 1. Proposed Rezoning of Lot A, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 10551 from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to R-5 (High Density Residential Zone). Civic Address: 460 – 5 Street SE Location: East side of 5 Street SE, two (2) parcels north of 5 Avenue SE Present Use: Single Family Dwelling Proposed Use: Sixteen (16) Unit Apartment Building Owner / Applicant: Ponich Properties Ltd. Reference: ZON.1008/Bylaw No. 4041

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS: 2014 PROPERTY TAX NOTICES Property Tax Notices for the City of Salmon Arm have been mailed. If you are the registered owner of property within the City of Salmon Arm and have not received your Property Tax Notice for 2014, please contact the City of Salmon Arm at 500 2nd Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, (250) 803-4000. Whether or not you receive a property tax notice, it is your responsibility as the property owner to pay taxes by the due date of July 2, 2014 in order to avoid a penalty. • To avoid long lines at City Hall, pay your taxes early. • Post-dated cheques and partial payments are welcome.

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 June 10 to June 23, 2014, both inclusive, in the office of the 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. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer

• Payment is accepted at City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (open until 5:00 pm on July 2nd only). Payment may be by cash, cheque, debit card, or your bank’s telebanking/online bill payment service. • Payment drop box is located on the outside wall to the left of the entrance to City Hall, which will be emptied at close of business on July 2, 2014. • Or mail payment to Box 40, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2.

CITY OF SALMON ARM 2013 ANNUAL REPORT The City of Salmon Arm will be considering submissions from the public regarding the 2013 Annual Report at the Regular Meeting of City Council in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 500 – 2 Avenue NE on Monday, June 23, 2014, commencing at 2:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend and will be afforded an opportunity to make comments and ask questions. The Annual Report includes the financial statements, a report of remuneration and expenses, listing of tax exemptions, City achievements and goals for the upcoming years, as well as a description on the services the City provides. Written submissions may be included on the Agenda for the Regular Council Meeting of June 23, 2014.

• Post-marks are not accepted as proof of payment. • Provincial Home Owner Grant - If you are eligible, please ensure that the application form on the bottom of the tax notice is completed and signed (if you are 65 years or over please include your birth date). • The Basic Provincial Home Owner Grant can be claimed online at www.salmonarm.ca. • The Provincial Home Owner Grant must be claimed each year you are eligible.

The Annual Report is available for public inspection on the City of Salmon Arm’s website at www. salmonarm.ca and can be viewed at the front counter at City Hall. For more information, please contact Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer at 250.803.4029 or ejackson@salmonarm.ca.

• To avoid a penalty on the Provincial Home Owner Grant it must be claimed even if a payment on the outstanding taxes is not made.

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• Provincial legislation has set minimum property tax payable at $100.00 for persons 65 years or over, veterans and handicapped (with required documentation) and $350.00 for persons under age 65. If your gross taxes are less than $1,120.00, your Provincial Home Owner Grant is adjusted accordingly.

The City of Salmon Arm invites proposals from qualified firms to provide Annual Financial Audit Services for the City of Salmon Arm for the three (3) fiscal years beginning with the annual audit for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2014 to the fiscal year ending December 31, 2016 inclusive, with the option to extend for a further two (2) year period. Deadline for proposals is July 25, 2014 Interested and qualified firms may obtain a Request for Proposal package by contacting or by visiting the City of Salmon Arm website at www.salmonarm.ca: Monica Dalziel Chief Financial Officer, City of Salmon Arm P.O. Box 40, 500 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Phone: (250) 803-4032 Fax: (250) 803-4042 Email: mdalziel@salmonarm.ca

• A late payment penalty of 10% will be added to all unpaid balances of current taxes including unclaimed Provincial Home Owner Grants at the close of business, July 2, 2014. • A late payment penalty of 10% will be added to all unpaid Annual Water/Sewer accounts at the close of business, July 2, 2014. • Receipts will be issued only on request. 2014 TAX DUE DATE - JULY 2, 2014 (Open until 5:00 pm on July 2nd only)

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A simple sign at Shuswap I read a note from Ian Wickett the other day about the number of near-miss accidents he has witnessed at the intersection between the Trans-Canada Highway and Shuswap Street. I completely agree. Since the city re-structured the intersection, there is one lane for left-turn only while the other lane is for right turns and straight through. This is different than many other intersections in town, and there is perpetual confusion from drivers. I’ve been honked at a number of times because I’m waiting to go straight through and drivers turning right get annoyed because they want to make their turn and don’t understand that it isn’t for right turns only. I’ve also seen a near collision when left turn drivers, do not expect drivers to be going straight through the intersection and turn in front of oncoming traffic. Yes, there are lines and arrows painted on the road, but if it is winter, they are often obscured by snow or if there is a car idling at the light, it covers up the painted directions. The city did put up some signs on Shuswap Street as you approach the intersection in an attempt to clarify things, but they are simply too out-of-the-way to register with most drivers. Wickett’s solution is to put directional signs up above the traffic lights themselves. It’s a simple solution that would go a long way towards clearing up driver confusion and possibly even save some ugly fender-benders or potentially a more serious collision. Whether it be the city’s jurisdiction or the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, our municipal officials need to put this idea in drive and get on with it. My other beef with drivers these days, isn’t really about their driving, but about their passengers. If you bring a canine companion along with you, remember nearly every Shuswap summer day is too hot to leave an animal in a vehicle. Heatstroke can develop within minutes and even with water in the car, dogs can quickly become incapacitated and die. I am already tired of hearing the “hot dog” calls that come through on our police scanner. And because, technically a person who breaks into a car to rescue an overheated canine can be charged with an offence, bystanders are often left standing and watching as they wait for the RCMP or SPCA to arrive. Salmon Arm Citizens on Patrol is planning a public awareness campaign on this issue, as is it increasingly taking up police time. Having gone to a few of these calls myself, I can assure you it is a deeply distressing thing to watch a dog becoming overheated through the windows of a locked car. I do not blame anyone who would act to rescue an animal under such circumstances, but the law dictates otherwise. If you can not make safe arrangements to have your pet with you, leave them at home.

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Co-conspirators in gas pricing A poll conducted by Insights West, in conjunction with Black Press, shows that high gas prices are having a significant effect on people’s day-today lives. Those polled quite correctly identified the two major culprits — all levels of government, through taxation policies; and the oil companies. B.C.’s gas prices are consistently the highest in the country. This is due solely to taxation. In particular, the provincial carbon tax, which adds almost seven cents per litre to the cost of gasoline, and pushes gas prices much higher than they are in other parts of Canada, and even other parts of B.C. The federal government also takes a large share. It takes 10 cents per litre, plus GST. As all taxes are rolled into the price at the pump, many people are unaware of this blatant tax grab. The federal government is proud of its take. It

just announced how it plans to “share” this illgotten revenue with local governments over the next 10 years. In other words, there will be no tax relief any time soon on that front. The oil companies come in for some criticism from poll respondents, and while it is not all deserved, the companies do not have completely clean hands. Those polled say oil companies often raise prices before long weekends — and this too does happen on occasion. If government wasn’t so complicit in keeping gas prices high, it might be worthwhile to ask it to be more vigilant about some of the obvious unfairness in pricing. But when it comes to gas and diesel prices, all the players, including all levels of government, have dirty hands. -Langley Times

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The Observer asked: How would a full-scale teachers’ strike affect you?

Jennifer Keen “It’s my future. It affects everything and everybody.”

Joseph Taylor “There wouldn’t be any more field trips for this year.”

Madeleine Genn “I could lose significant classes and study time before exams and there might be some exams I wouldn’t even get to write.”

Tara Peterson “I’m currently going to Okanagan College, so I would have to pay for childcare in order to continue...”

Wysteria Sholtz “I would have to take time from work to look after my children at home.”

Take action Crosswalks need some new paint jobs against pipelines Sometime before June 17, Prime Minister Harper will decide whether or not to let the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline proceed. Most bets are that he will. There will actually be two pipelines: dilutant in one pipe going east and the thinned oil/ tar going west from the tar sands in Alberta to the coast of B.C. Exactly where on the Coast remains to be seen because the people in Kitimat voted no to the oil port being in their town. This pipeline is bad for B.C. We take all the risk of having these pipelines running across the rugged landscape of northern B.C. over mountains, rivers and wetlands. Ruptures in the pipes will surely happen (bitumen is highly corrosive) and cleanup will be very difficult. Once the bitumen gets to the Coast, hundreds of oil tankers, some bigger than the Empire State building, will plow along one of the most dangerous, fog-shrouded, stormtossed, island- and reef-infested coastlines in the world. All it will take is one of these supertankers to have an accident and a huge area of the B.C. coastline would be polluted with bitumen. This bitumen (think black peanut butter) will be shipped to China where all the refining jobs will be. Facts on how bitumen reacts with cold, waved-tossed sea water are hard to find but one thing is certain, a percentage of it sinks, making clean-up extremely difficult. So all the toxins contained in the bitumen will lie on the sea floor, slowing leaching into the water, polluting our Coast for years. Adding insult to injury, the bitumen that makes it to China will be refined there, creating jobs in that country, while our province assumes the environmental risk. We, the people of B.C., need to raise our voices and send a strong message to Ottawa telling Prime Minister Harper that we don’t want all that risk. You can do this by signing a pledge online at notankers.ca or by coming along to the Piccadilly Mall on Saturday, June 14 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Neil Caves

I am writing this note in response to Tracy Hughes’ May 28 column, specifically regarding crosswalks. I live on 5th Avenue SE, directly across from the seniors’ activity centre. There is also a busy daycare, Mt. Ida Mews and Landers Lodge, all using the crosswalks, including small

children, people with walkers, canes, wheelchairs, bikes, strollers and scooters. The crosswalk marking is virtually nonexistent. I walk from my home to Piccadilly Mall and the crosswalks are all in the same abysmal condition. My thought is that motorists may be more inclined to

stop for pedestrians if they realized there were actual crosswalks. If you know the people in Salmon Arm to contact, maybe you can stir up someone with a few buckets of paint. J. Cook

Labelling of GMOs creates major problem I discovered my sensitivity to GMOs by accident on a kibbutz when I began to experience chronic intestinal upset. Repeated checks for parasites came out negative. One of my neighbours suffered from the same symptoms, but it’s not the sort of thing people talk about at the dinner table. The penny dropped when I returned from a trip but had no symptoms for four days: it must have been lunch – deep fried fish and chips – and four or five hundred people would have eaten it. I stopped eating anything made with the oil (insti-

tutional kitchens tend to use a lot) which was either canola, soy, or cottonseed (all of which is GMO). The problems stopped. My neighbour had the same results, and the news went like wildfire through the community. The surprised consensus was “Well, I guess there are some people who are sensitive to it...”. My guess is between two and 10 per cent of the adult population. We still don’t know is if there are associated problems – neurological, allergenic – with children.

As long as it was only oil, I could rearrange my life: buy quality oil, no fried food, no restaurants, no prepared foods, but now the multi-nationals are closing in. Everything will be GMO, and nothing will be labeled. I and fellow sufferers will be reduced to hunting and gathering. When you are the canary in the coal mine, they grab your cage on the way out. When there is no way out, it gets dicey. Richard Smiley Anglemont

Books paint unflattering picture of Harper Bruce Carson, who served as a senior aide to Stephen Harper from 2004 to 2009, is only the latest ex-insider to write an unflattering book about Canada’s current prime minister. Apparently Mister ‘MyWay-or-the-Highway’ Harper has an insatiable appetite for gnawing off the hands of those he once employed to help him

scale the ladder to the pinnacle of political power in this country. Megalomaniacs are known to demand unquestioning loyalty without giving any in return. Inevitably megalomaniacs surround themselves with deferential toadies. Obviously that kind of environment would not be an agreeable workplace for any in-

telligent, well-seasoned advisor who sincerely believes in discussion and debate as well as competency and ethics. No wonder Stephen Harper’s present team of unseasoned advisors is dismissively referred to as the “boys in short pants.” Lloyd Atkins

Not everyone a fan of changes to the ALC Re: “Farmland fate a test for parties” For Tom Fletcher, a fan of the recent ALR bill, only “a flood of exclusions of prime agricultural land” might make the concerns about it “at least partially true.” Short of the flood, it seems any bad effect from the weakened Agricultural Land Commission Act is nothing. Fortunately, the bill spurred wide proALR action. The efforts to stop “the bill to kill the ALR” (at least for consultation)

were also a means to boost the critical mass of aware citizens for the next stage, which is now. Awareness matters. We saw that in Richmond a few years ago when a fellow who publicly wanted a high-profile property out of the ALR almost got onto the Agricultural Land Commission panel to decide on it. Of course, the ALC is a tribunal, and like a court it is meant to start with evidence, not decisions.

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Until the recent bill kneecapped the commission, current chair Richard Bullock was modernizing the ALC methods for quality assurance and efficiency, minimizing mistakes. Now the changes to the ALC Act have disabled much of the progress and worse. With vigilance, the harm can be limited. Jim Wright

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CLUES ACROSS 1. The woman 4. New Rochelle college 8. If not 12. Rotating mechanism 13. Strong sharp smell or taste 14. Squash bug genus 15. Eggs 16. S. African Anglican bishop 18. Draws taut 20. One who tears down 21. Killed 22. Focus during yoga 26. Boxing referee declares 27. Morning 28. Make very hot and dry 29. At right angles to the keel 31. Basalt layers of earth 35. Most abundant rare-earth 36. Possessed 37. __ Hess, oil company 39. They __ 40. 17th state 41. Actress Sarandon 42. Nostrils 44. Speech defect 47. Atomic #73 48. Chewing treat 49. Determines time 53. An edict from the tsar 56. Lariate 57. Dreary 58. Cruise/Nicholson movie 62. 7th Greek letter 63. Tubings 64. “Blue Rider” artist August 65. Trent Reznor’s rock group 66. Recess 67. Picnic playwright Wm. 68. Turner or Danson

CLUES DOWN 1. People of the lochs 2. Czech playwright Vaclav 3. Gave forth 4. Frozen drinks 5. Many not ands 6. Matchstick game 7. Embellish 8. Goes into 9. Twin Peaks actress Piper 10. Very fast airplane 11. Cologne 13. Benign glandular tumors 14. Used to cut and shape wood 17. __ King Cole 19. Japanese deer 22. Vitrines 23. Princely area 24. Mother-of-pearl 25. A___ - is in accord 29. Get _ _ of 30. Bay of All Saints state 32. Supernatural forces (N.Z.) 33. Promotional material 34. Rubicund 38. 12th Greek letter 39. Military weapon 43. No. diving sea birds 45. Place emphasis on 46. P. Reubens’ Herman 50. Dawdles 51. 1st Japanese Prime Minister 52. Ruth’s Mother-in-law (Bib.) 54. “Socrate” composer Erik 55. African antelope 57. Ice hockey fake 58. Expression of triumph 59. Dandy 60. Actor Aykroyd 61. Microgram See Today’s Answers inside

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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is clarity coming for you with regards to your subconscious. Whatever held you back in the past or a repetitive pattern that keeps occurring will be clarified this week. The full Moon will offer you a greater awareness of the vastness of the world in which we live and bring the ability to see the larger perspective on these matters so that you can easily brush them aside. A serious look at finances will bring about steady progress.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Clarity and order will start to emerge within your daily life, work, and your health. You will learn quite a bit this week and your horizons will be expanding at an exponential rate now. You could be slightly limited with your finances now, and will have to pull the purse strings closed more often than not. Learn from this experience - figure out what is truly needed in your life. Remove everything else and find value in every interaction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will finally have clarity for your dreams and your aspirations. Until now you have been doing what others have thought you should do, now is your time . A serious look at your current relationships, either business or romantic, will leave you feeling restricted. You are someone who commits full heartedly, but you know now what will make you happy, so pursue that. Keep in mind why you believe your feelings have changed.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This week will offer you the ability to finally make sense of your creative expression. A deeper look into how your soul functions within romantic relationships will be actualized and truth will become obvious to you. An understanding of shared values and feelings will prompt you to take a serious look at the relationships you have in your life. Listen to what makes your soul happy this week!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Career objectives and your public self will now be understood by you. You will be better able to help others by sharing your true self. Allow for some time for yourself as well. A full realization of others in your life will give you a 360 degree view of your current circumstance and leave you optimistic and happier than ever. There are some serious adjustments that need to happen on a subconscious level or you must simply rid yourself of things that are no longer useful for you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A true understanding of what it means to be at home will start to emerge. Take every opportunity to understand your soul’s desires; they will not lead you wrong. Take a serious look at your work life, health regime, and daily routine this week. Allow for the opportunity to release some aspect of those areas that no longer serves you. Whatever it is will offer you great value and will create more financial opportunities for you in the future!

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will realize this week that in order to fulfill your wildest dreams and to move towards the vision you have for yourself, you will need to cut back on the partying, or perhaps fun. The full moon will offer you a new perspective on your current work and daily routine that will leave you feeling blessed and grateful. Focus on your vision and create more harmony at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Clarity will come into play with what you are actually thinking about. As soon as a thought pops into your mind, you will know exactly what to do and how to act to make it happen. This type of realization has been lacking in your life. Also, this truth will tie in with the full moon in your subconscious 12th house. You will be more apt to understand what prevents happiness from fully entering your life and you will now welcome it in.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The better you are able to see your significant relationship for who they are, the better you will be able to let go of your fears now. Since the New Moon at the end of May, your life has just begun to get better and better. This Full Moon will offer you more awareness of all the joys you are experiencing with your romantic interest, although there is a time and a place for everything and work will demand more of your time in the near future.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your values or financial situation have been a mystery to you for some time - now this will change. You will have a greater understanding of how to keep the money in your pocket. The full moon will highlight a need to actualize these plans perhaps you will be joining a group of like-minded individuals, or simply seeing your dreams realized will become goals for you. There will be a serious look at your career and home life this week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your perspective on others will become clearer this week. Perhaps it has to do with you trusting your soul’s voice now, or simply you giving yourself more time to understand other’s soul needs. A more serious perspective on life will emerge now and it will include you spending more time with your studies, or more time with understanding what is going on a global level. The full moon will offer you the ability to see the larger perspective on life and you will value this knowledge.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A project started around the end of May will become fully seen on a public level this week. You will feel very optimistic about its release and will become even more passionate about having more of your aspirations come true. For you personally, you will start to see who you truly are. A new perspective will simply form a solid image of your views. There could be limited time to pursue other activities, but it will be for a good reason.

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Grant McCallum, right, celebrates the award with Dr. Patricia Mirwaldt, BC College of Family Physicians president, left, and Salmon Arm’s Amy Witt, who nominated McCallum for the award, at the BCCFP Spring Family Medicine Conference.

McCallum good as gold

Winner: Patient’s nomination earns first-time award.

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Amy Witt believes in speaking up if she has something good to say. And she has a lot of good things to say about Dr. Grant McCallum – rave reviews that earned the Salmon Arm doctor the B.C. College of Family Physicians’ inaugural My Family Doctor Award. “Quite simply, if there were a DoctorPatient Relationship Olympics, my family doctor would be bringing home another gold for Canada,” wrote Witt in an online submission to the college. “My family physician is a dedicated, committed and interested family physician.” Cheerful and enthusiastic, Witt manages type 1 diabetes, heart disease and thyroid problems, conditions that take her regularly to several doctors’ offices. “He oversees all the specialists I see, the whole team that

supports me, and just makes sure holistically that there is a clear picture of my health status, as opposed to the individual diagnoses,” Witt raves. “He is just an excellent partner in my health; he is not my boss. He’s not afraid to look at new ideas or solutions.” In her letter to the college, Witt points out McCallum not only seeks improvement but insists she celebrate her “incremental, sometimes barely measurable successes.” Describing McCallum as being patient, compassionate and good-humoured, Witt notes he is also comfortable with confronting her, making her think and pushing her in a direction of wellness. Witt’s determination to appreciate her doctor and life in general was spurred by a massive heart attack she suffered in April 2011. “After the medical team, hospital and

Danny Meyers saved my life and McCallum worked as my team leader, I decided if thoughts came into my head I’d say them,” Witt says. “Nobody knows how short the journey is, so tell people you’re grateful, try to be nice and make the world a better place.” Witt was one of close to 200 patients in the province to nominate their doctors. She was notified that a selection team had chosen her family doctor for the inaugural award in the second week of May – as was McCallum, who was also given a copy of Witt’s glowing submission. “Amy’s an amazing writer,” chuckles McCallum who describes Witt as a lovely, motivated person. “I am privileged to have her and her family as patients,” he adds, noting he is humbled and a bit overwhelmed. “Obviously I am grateful to her for having done that but I don’t

really feel I specifically deserve the award.” McCallum is quick to share the glory with those who support him and make his life easier – his wife, his colleagues at Maple Tree Medical Clinic and its behind-the-scenes staff. McCallum also values the partnership he and Witt have developed over a decade. “If you know someone is appreciative, you want to do more for them, so definitely working with patients like Amy certainly makes it easier,” he says. “I think I am trying to listen to and hear where a patient’s needs are in terms of their context, where they are and where their need is important.” Patients who wish to nominate their family physician by sharing a story on the impact they have made in their lives are invited to share their stories by March 2015. Visit www.bcfamilyphysicians.com.

Survey takes the pulse of the Shuswap The Shuswap Community Foundation is inviting residents of the Shuswap region to have their voices heard. As part of the Vital Signs report, the foundation is seeking valued input from local residents on an array of questions that will help grade and define the most important issues faced in our region.

This survey offers everyone the opportunity to contribute to the future of the Shuswap as a place to live, learn, work and grow. Three questions to keep in mind as you respond to the survey are: • When you picture a healthy, connected community, what stands out? • What is the commu-

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nity doing well? What is working? What do you love about thecommunity? • Where are the opportunities for improvement? In addition to detailed statistical analysis and data-mining by a lead researcher, this report will provide a subjective sense of the community’s vitality as

it relates to 10 key issue areas. The deadline for completion is June 30. For further information or to answer any questions you may have, contact the Shuswap Community Foundation office at 250-832-5428 or email info@shuswapfoundation.ca. Website: www. shuswapfoundation.ca.

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TIRED OF STANDING IN LONG LINE-UPS WHEN YOU PAY YOUR PROPERTY TAXES? HERE ARE SOME OPTIONS TO ELIMINATE WAITING IN LINE: Post-Dated Cheques - You can pay your City of Salmon Arm property taxes and utilities with a personalized cheque post-dated to the due date. This allows City staff time to check your payment and Home Owner Grant, if applicable, and to contact you prior to the due date if there are any problems or questions. Your postdated payment is deposited to the Bank on the cheque date. Telephone & Internet Banking - Most financial institutions accept utility and property tax payments through telephone and internet banking. Although each bank differs, they all provide a Property Tax and a Utility option for the City of Salmon Arm: For property taxes, use the Property Tax option and the last eight digits of the roll number (e.g. 01234567) which is printed at the top right hand corner of your tax notice. To pay utilities, use the City of Salmon Arm Utilities option, and use the thirteen digit account number from your utility bill. (e.g. 0001234567000). Use no spaces, decimals, or dashes in the account number. Payment Drop Box - There is a payment drop box located to the left of the front doors of the City Hall. Place your cheque and/ or Home Owner Grant in an envelope and drop it in the box. Your payment will be processed promptly each morning (Monday to Friday). Any payments put into the drop box after 5:00 pm on July 2, 2014, will be considered next day payment and subject to penalty. Your Mortgagee (Bank) Pays Your Taxes - If your Mortgagee pays your taxes and you are eligible for a Home Owner Grant, avoid a penalty by claiming your Grant as soon as you receive your tax notice. To avoid line ups or penalties associated with problems with your Home Owner Grant, remit your Grant application to the City as soon as you receive your tax notice. Don’t wait until the tax due date! If you are unable to pay your property taxes, you should still claim your Home Owner Grant on or before the due date to avoid penalty on the Grant portion of your taxes. Claim Your Home Owner Grant Online: The City of Salmon Arm is pleased to offer an electronic Home Owner Grant application. Visit the City’s website at http://www.salmonarm.ca click “On-Line Services” and “Home Owner Grant” link and follow the instructions to apply and submit your application.

2014 TAX DUE DATE – JULY 2, 2014 5:00 PM (OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON JULY 2 ONLY) For more information City of Salmon Arm Tax Department 500 2 Avenue NE – Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Phone (250) 803-4000 www.salmonarm.ca

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Operational Service Opportunities The Province welcomes those interested in providing operational services for provincial park campgrounds, day use areas and selected backcountry areas to respond to the 31 Requests for Proposals and 10 Invitations to Quote that are posted on BCBid.ca Operating parks across the province represents a unique nature-based business opportunity. To find out more about this exciting opportunity, and how to submit a proposal or a bid, visit bcparks.ca or BCBid.ca laChlan labere/oBSERvER

Community life: Derek Krivak, Diane Saint and Brand McDonald speak with Salmon Arm RCMP Const. Yvonne Dibblee about work opportunities with the RCMP during a WorkBC job fair at the Downtown Activity Centre.

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mainstream activities. “We created the employment program and it’s been very successful,” she says noting there are 30 local businesses that hire SACL participants. “They’re all being paid at least minimum wage and are working various hours based on their capabilities.” Crawford says the participants are thoroughly enjoying the opportunities to earn their own money, learn new things and meet new people. “And the employers seem to be happy, with the feedback we’re getting,” she says, referring to a comment Canadian Tire manager Glenn Breugom provided for an SACL

brochure that outlines the employment program: “The great thing about SACL is that it has resources to help employers like me hire people with disabilities. Canadian Tire recognizes that workers with disabilities are dedicated, reliable and a valuable addition to our team.” That’s music to Crawford’s ears, and a heads up to other employers that while there are 28 participants working (some in two jobs), there are 23 others who would be thrilled to be gainfully employed. Anyone who has jobs to fill or needs volunteers, call SACL at 250-832-3885 for more information.

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Crawford says. “They were connecting with the whole community rather than just their workers, making friends on their own that weren’t paid help.” As well, Crawford says SACL was actually losing money on the recycling program and individuals involved were aging. “They weren’t so thrilled with lifting 50-pound bags of paper or going out into the weather,” she says. “We didn’t have younger people coming up because funding had been changed from group programs to individuals.” Crawford says the hugely popular woodshop was also losing money because several mills were in financial difficulties and it became much more challenging with the increased cost of materials. “If you’re paying people a training wage, eventually you have to pay them minimum wage, and that just wasn’t working. Recycling just wasn’t making enough money and we knew changes to waste management were coming down the road and that we wouldn’t be able to compete with the larger companies.” Add to that, the fact SACL officials and staff wanted to pursue the vision of having the people they support becoming involved in

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1924

Election fever was mounting in the province. The Hon. Mary Ellen Smith and G.G. McGeer were slated to speak in Salmon Arm, and the liberals ran a full page ad here showing Premier John Oliver with his promise of equalized freight rates and bigger pay rolls. Daisy Monteith and Marjory Smart had successfully completed their studies at Normal School.

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Residents of the upper end of Broadview complained to council that they had practically no water for nearly a month. Mayor Thompson replied he found that people on the east side of the water were using the water for irrigation, although this was contrary to the regulations, and was probably responsible for the Broadview shortage.

1954

D.F. Ruth was elected director of Salmon Arm Farmer’s Exchange at the annual meeting held in the Institute Hall. J. Ellis Wood and Hubert Peterson, whose terms as directors expired, were re-elected. A total of 95,247 boxes of apples were shipped by the exchange in 1953. A referendum to authorize the school board to expend $434,000 to provide additional accommodation in the city and district where there was serious congestion, was defeated by 80 votes by property owners.

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1944

Major S. Thompson, D.SO., M.C. was promoted to rank of Lieut. Colonel, and assumed command of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada in Italy. At the third annual inspection of the Salmon Arm Team of Life Boys, Allan Kernaghan won the award for exemplifying the best Life Boy Spirit award. Ald. Jas. Day declared the Salmon Arm Lawn Bowling green open for the season. A hat night competition was played and $7 was raised for the Bowler’s Milk for Britain Fund.

(Clockwise from left) Dawson and Spencer Shipowick learn about invasive plant species from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society’s Robyn Hooper at the third annual iLearn Street Project held Sunday at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds; Adam Meadus swabs for dental plaque with dental hygienist Liz-Ann Munro Lamarre; Nate Evanishen has his passport stamped by SPCA volunteer Janet Pattinson. Warren Meadus watches seamstress Dorothy Crombie make a neck cooler out of a used men’s tie at the recycled crafts booth. Event volunteers Dieter Schoeler and Keith Phare watch as Grayden McDonagh and Matthew and Adam Wierzbicki work together to assemble a bird house; Vanessa Bakewell rolls along inside a giant beach ball.

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City councillors supportive of school trustee reduction By Chelsea Grainger

Salmon Arm Coun. Denise Reimer says it’s nice to see the board consider cutbacks in light of the recent $1.8 million budget cuts the district has recently had to face. “I appreciate that given

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Test track: Mark Vannieuwenhuizen puts a remote control racing car through its paces at the new race track located at the Salmon Arm Waterslides. 200 drivers over the past 20 years. “The RC hobby has the same stepping stone or ladder as any racing series – local, regional, national, world,” says the recreational racer. “World class remote drivers – do it for a living all over the world.” Recruited from a Kelowna hobby store, Vannieuwenhuizen is in his element designing the track and looking forward to sharing his racing joy. “Gord gave me the keys and said, ‘Build me something,’” he says. “Over the next two weeks there was a lot of raking and shovelling and occasional bobcat use, and we cre-

ated a track that will be fun and friendly for all ages and abilities.” The dirt track is 120 feet by 60 feet, has 10 turns, a 100-foot straightaway and multiple jumps. An elevated drivers’ platform affords a fabulous view of the entire track. Cars are 1/10 scale trophy trucks and are $10 a battery to rent. So, racers who rent a car at the track can expect to get at least 15 minutes of exhilaration or more, depending on how fast they go. Up to 10 people can be racing at one time and Vannieuwenhuizen says he has seen children as young as five drive the remote con-

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If you have a need for speed, satisfy it safely at the new remote control racetrack opening Thursday, June 12 at the Salmon Arm Water Slides and RV Park. Owner Gord Erickson and Copper Island Diving owner Paul Downie have partnered in the race track, which will be open all summer. “I originally thought it would be good to have a paint ball park here and I approached Paul, who sells paintball equipment,” says Erickson. “He said he didn’t think it would work on the site, but suggested how about remote control?” There was still plenty of snow on the ground when Downie approached remotecontrol racing veteran Martin Vannieuwenhuizen in Kelowna to design and manage the track, which is located behind the watersides. An ardent race fan, Vannieuwenhuizen has been involved with remote-control racing for 33 years. “I started at 18 – bought my first car for about $300, went to my first organized race, got hooked and started racing two to three times a week,” he says, noting he has won two regional titles in Western Canada, racing off-road, on-road, GT and touring cars, all of which are electric. Thrilled by the adrenalin rush of racing, Vannieuwenhuizen has organized national, regional and championship events, sometimes with up to

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Hitting the pitch The Boys 2014 Thompson Okanagan Youth Soccer League Playdowns will be taking place in Salmon Arm on June 14 and 15. Although fields may change, U13 and U15 boys are scheduled to take the field first at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at Blackburn Park. At 2 p.m. U14 and U17 boys are scheduled to play at SASCU Sports Field at Little Mountain. The U16 girls will play at Jackson field at 3:30 p.m. The U13 boys are scheduled to play at 4 p.m. at Little Mountain, the U18 boys to follow at 5:30 p.m. at Jackson field and the U15 boys will round out the evening at 6 p.m. at Little Mountain. On Sunday, the U15 and U13 boys are scheduled to kick off at 10 a.m. at Blackburn Park. The U17 and U14 boys will follow at noon. The weekend will wrap up with U18 boys playing at 2 p.m. at Blackburn Park.

Over the fence The Salmon Arm Minor Baseball League will be hosting the 2014 Okanagan Spring 13U Year End Tournament on June 20 to 22. Eighteen teams from across the Okanagan will be stepping up to the plate at Elks Park, and guests are encouraged to come and enjoy the games. A full concession will be open Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, with all proceeds going back into the league.

’Backs add to roster The Salmon Arm Silverbacks Hockey Club have signed on Karl El-Mir from the Selects Academy U-18 team to their 2014/2015 roster. El-Mir, who is from St. Lambert, Que., was voted MVP and offensive player of the year in the USPHL U-18 Division this past season. In 30 games played, he scored 21 goals and 27 assists.

Register now for minor hockey Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association has opened up its online registration for the upcoming season. In order to register online, players must already be a member of SAMHA. Nonmembers can register by filling out a form and sending it to the SAMHA office. Those who register by June 30 will be eligible for the $50 early-bird discount. Those who wish to apply for head coach of the atom development teams and pee wee, bantam, midget and midget female teams, applications must be in by June 16. For more information, contact saminor@shaw. ca or call the SAMHA office at 250-832-0095.

Winning bridge Bridge winners for Tuesday, May 20 were: 1st/2nd Ona Bouchard and Jim McLean, 1st/2nd Dennis and Doreen Roberts and 3rd Tom McNie and David Peterson. Winners for Tuesday, June 3 were: 1st Judy Harris and Jane Fyfe, 2nd Tom McNie and John Coone, 3rd Barb Hibert and Mary Driver, 4th Carol-Ann Halliday and Denise McKay. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Salmon Arm resident Chelsea Kaasa sped into first place at the annual Fresh Air Experience Run for Women in East Kelowna on June 8. Kaasa beat 160 other participants and placed first in the 10-kilometre run in the 25-29 age category. Kaasa clocked in at 42 minutes and 2 seconds. Sandra Kilmartin, also from Salmon Arm, placed first in the 5-km category against 144 other runners. Kilmartin was in the 20-24 age category and finished the race in 19 minutes and 14 seconds, with the nearest competitor in her category coming in more than five minutes after her.

Howard, Anderson top senior’s field Bob Howard and Jim Anderson prevailed to win the Salmon Arm Golf Club’s Senior Men’s Open Tournament, held June 3. Howard was the overall low gross winner with a score of 70, while Anderson was the overall low net winner with 64.

Other Salmon Arm high scores went to: Gary Ritchie, 1st flight 2nd net and Michael Minchau, 1st flight 4th net. • Dave Evenson took 2nd flight 3rd net. • Third flight, low gross went to Len Ircandia; low net to Gord Duplisse, 2nd net to Tim Gallant, 4th net to Gerry

Gray, 5th net to Jim Lockhart. • Fourth flight low gross was captured by Brian Stifora, low net Larry Wallace, 2nd net Gordon Campbell, 4th net Geoff Newell and 5th net went to Barry Bebbington. • Fifth flight low gross went to Eric Breitkreuz.

• Sixth flight low gross winner was Terry Buker, while low net went to Al Inskip. • Super senior 1st flight 2nd net went to David Peterson, while the super senior 2nd flight low net went to Gary Cruickshank, 2nd net to Peter Strecheniuk and 4th net to Bruce Motherwell.

Sharp Shooters take down Vernon, Kelowna The Shuswap Sharp Shooters U11 girls development team defeated Vernon and Kelowna teams under Penticton’s blazing sun. Shuswap maintained great possession early in the game against Vernon. Lys Milne set up Jordan King in the box for a goal early in the first half. Shuswap’s defence led by Brooklyn Da-

vidson, Laura Hall and Holly McCaskill made it difficult for Vernon’s offence all game long. Pheobe Barnes dominated the middle of the field and sent King on a breakaway for her second goal. Vernon was able to answer with a well-placed free kick making it 2-1. In the second half, Janae Bocking, Sophia Ruck-

le and Gabriella Torrie continued to pressure the goal while Davidson made a beautiful pass up to King who beat the Vernon defence and scored the final goal of the game, making it 3-1 for Shuswap. Goal keepers Braidy Parkes and Alana O’Dell were both stellar. The second contest of the day tested both teams’ mental and

physical grit as they battled in the blazing heat. Shuswap struck first in the second minute of the game when Bocking passed to King, who dribbled down the right and crossed the ball in front of the goal to Milne, who volleyed the ball out of the air and into the goal. Shuswap capitalized again when King, off a great assist from So-

phia Ruckle, scored off a beautiful strike giving Shuswap a 2-0 advantage. Kelowna fought back hard and was able to tie the game 2-2 with five minutes left. In the final minute of the game, goaltender Alana O’Dell sent King on a run off a beautiful drop kick and King scored the game-winner with a chip shot over the Kelowna keeper.

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Accomplished athletes: At left, Jordan King of Bastion crosses the finish line followed by Isabella Riopel

from South Broadview. In middle, Phoebe Barnes of South Broadview, who won the 2003 800-metre race, long jumps. At right, Georgia Nitchie from Ranchero Elementary gets ready to go in the 2002 400-m relay.

Students show their athletic skill The 2014 Aggregate Track and Field winners from the District Meet held June 3 at Little Mountain were: For Overall Females, Jordan King (2003) of Bastion was tied at 18 points with Julie Ann Moore (2004), also of Bastion. Overall Male went to Isaac Nielsen (2003) of South Broadview with 18 points. In the 2004 Midget category, top Female Aggregate went to Eve Maxwell of Salmon Arm West with 11 points. Male Aggregate was Drey Trottier of Armstrong Elementary and Jacob Dewitt of Kings Christian who tied at 12 points. In the 2003 Junior Female Aggregate division, Isabelle Riopel of South Broadview

was top with 13 points, while Junior Male Aggregate prize went to Sam Hall of Hillcrest with 14 points. 2002 Intermediate Female Aggregate went to both Jackie Beauregard and Morgan Mills of Len Wood with 17 points each, while the Intermediate Male Aggregate was Stephan Moore of Shuswap Middle School with 17. 2001 Senior Female Aggregate winner was Jaeda Ostoforoff with 17 points, while the Senior Male Aggregate went to Jack Krebbers with 16 points, both from Len Wood. For the Team Awards, overall points were: Len Wood first with 211, Bastion 139, Shuswap Middle 124, Kings Christian 101, MVB 88, Hillcrest 87, South

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Under the careful watch of judge Joshua Griffin, Salmon Arm fighter Cassidy Hughes, right, scores with a kick on opponent Anae Gingras to win gold in the women’s black belt category at the Provincial Martial Arts Shuswap Open Tournament held Saturday at the Salmon Arm Secondary School Jackson campus gymnasium.

Loggers challenge for titles A scotch Creek man is getting set to defend his title at the sTIHL Timbersports Western Qualifier on saturday, June 14 in Fort saskatchewan, Alta. Mitch Hewitt is the 2013 Canadian champion and one of eight professional athletes from b.C. competing in the pro division. He will be vying for a spot in the Canadian Championships in Toronto, to be held later this summer. To say Timbersports is in Mitch Hewitt’s blood would be an understatement. He’s the fourth generation in his family to compete.

The Australian met his Canadian wife, the daughter of a decorated Timbersport athlete, at a competition in the area 10 years ago. even his young son competes, and has since he was five. “I’ll always do this,” says Hewitt about the sport that is his heritage. “Age doesn’t matter much in this sport; your skills just keep getting better.” Hewitt will be joined by his father-in-law, Karl bischoff, who has been competing in the sport for 37 years. These days his favourite disciplines are the springboard and

Hiking opportunities with Shuswap Outdoors The shuswap outdoors Club will be hosting a hiking series throughout the region plus an opportunity to get out on the water. on June 15 there will be a moderate hike to Hyde Mountain Lookout, covering 15 kilometres. To register, contact Gary at 250-842-6522. Then the club will be hitting the trail for a hike on June 22 in Kamloops. This hike will take approximately three hours and cover

a number of trails at Kenna Cartwright Park. It will be of moderate difficulty and feature both up and down trails. To join, contact Gloria at 250-6750036. Then on Tuesday, July 22 participants will canoe Mabel Lake, either in your own boat or in a rented voyageur canoe (Cost is $5 per person) followed by a potluck. Contact Art or Caroline Herbert at 250-838-9759 a week ahead to register.

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Stepping it up By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Five ballet students are taking a giant leap in their training this summer. Three students from Just For Kicks and two from the Shuswap Dance Center are heading to prestigious dance companies. From Shuswap Dance Centre, 12-year-olds Joshua Williams and Chantel Jeffrey will attend Royal Winnipeg’s Ballet’s summer school. Training with Shuswap Dance Studio owner Carolyn Wonacott since he was six, a very excited Joshua says he is honoured to have been accepted into the program. “I like just have a focus on dance; you get in the mode where you’re just so into it and stuff,” the Grade 6 student says, pointing out he

wanted to be like his sister, Anna, when he took up dancing and discovered he loved it. “I’m looking forward to meeting other guys who like to do what I like to do and have a professional feel about it.” Chantel also auditioned in Kelowna earlier this spring and was placed on a waiting list. “That was pretty darn exciting,” says the young ballerina who looks forward to taking her dancing to a higher level. “You have to really focus – in some activities you don’t have to, but dance and ballet you just have to really focus on what you’re doing.” An ardent swimmer and runner, Chantel says she will soon have to narrow

her choices. “I haven’t decided on swimming, running or ballet, but will have to decide pretty soon,” she says. “I think going to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet will help.” Wonacott is thrilled for her students. “There’s nothing like it,” she says, noting she has been operating the dance centre for seven years but teaching for at least 35. “I went as a kid to the National Ballet. It’s a month of intensive study and these kids will come back about a year ahead (in their training). That’s how intense it is.” Wonacott says the

All the right moves: Top right, Shuswap Dance Center students Chantel Jeffrey and Joshua Williams and above, Aria Izik-Dzurko and Kieran Allaway have auditioned their way into the Royal Winnipeg Ballet summer school.

young dancers are chosen because of their body type and artistic expression. “Out of thousands that audition across Canada, they take 100, so for four to come from Salmon Arm is pretty impressive.” There is excitement too, over at Just For Kicks Dance studio, where two of their dancers have been accepted to Royal Winnipeg’s summer intensive program and a third will go to the world-renowned Joffrey Ballet. Winnipeg will be the month-long home for 15-year-old Kieran Allaway and, for the second year, Aria Izik-Dzurko, who is 12. Kieran came late to the barre, compared to the others, discovering the joy of dance five years ago. “I chose ballet because it was a base for other dances and I found that I like it more, so I dropped some

of the others,” she says. “I like how it’s structured; there are rules and things and guidelines to follow.” Kieran did not audition at the same time as the other dance students. Just For Kicks ballet department head Sonja Woods, convinced her to send an audition video, something she did after taking private lessons. “I was pretty surprised because the other kids have been dancing a lot longer. I am kind of the newbie – I’ve only seriously been doing ballet for six months,” she says. “I am pretty excited, but a little nervous.” Woods says she saw Kieran’s talent and her connection to ballet and is proud of her dedication to add two private lessons a week to her three studio classes in order to ace the audition. Out of town competing in a music festival and unavailable for comment,

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Fine tunes Alan Bates Sue Kyle, Jean Brighouse and Richard Owings, aka Birchbark, perform on stage at the Voice of the Shuswap “FUNdraiser” held Saturday evening at Shuswap Theatre.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 13 ON THE BLOCK – Salmon Arm Stroke Recovery hosts a silent auction from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Mall at Piccadilly.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14 RELAY FOR LIFE – Salmon Arm’s 12-hour Relay For Life fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society begins at 7 p.m. at Elk’s Park. For more information, visit relayforlife.ca/salmonarm.

IMPROV – Laughing Gas Improv presents A Summer Showdown of improv games and theatre sports competition at 7:30 p.m. at Shuswap Theatre. Tickets are $8 and are available at Intwined Fibre Arts on Hudson Avenue or at the door. Beer and wine cash bar is available before the show and at intermission.

DANCE – The Shuswap Dance Center Performs a Gala Show featuring numbers from the performance groups and competition classes at 7 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Secondary Sullivan Campus Theatre. Tickets are $8 at the studio, or $9 at the door.

CRIB – Silver Creek Seniors host monthly crib tournament from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the hall at 3048 Hornberger Rd.

SUNDAY, JUNE 15 FISH FINDERS – The 18th annual Kids’ Fishing Derby takes place from 7 to 11 a.m. at the end of the Salmon Arm wharf. Open to all children 12 years and under, who must wear lifejackets and be accompanied by an adult. Registration opens at 6 and is free. Prizes, trophies and scholarships will be given out in an awards ceremony at 11:30. PRAISE – A Gospel music coffeehouse takes place at 2 p.m. at the Seniors Drop In Centre, 31 Hudson Ave. Take an instrument and play or just listen. For info, call Lloyd at 250-836-5455 or Hank at 250-833-7900.

TUESDAY, JUNE 17 GOOD READS – Neskonlith member Louis Thomas and historian Dave Harper will share stories at noon at the public art gallery – Thomas on the history of the Shuswap before contact and Harper on the period following the arrival of non-natives. SEASON-ENDER – Sunnybrae Seniors serve a wind-up beef on a bun dinner with salad at 5:30 p.m. at 3585 Sunnybrae/Canoe Point Rd. Tickets are $5 each.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18 ELVIS – Adam Fitzpatrick and the Cadillac Kings arrive in Salmon Arm on their Bringing it Back BC Tour, with Joe Kelso as Roy Orbison and Michael Fic as Tom Jones/Neil Diamond at 7:30 p.m. at the SASCU Rec Centre. Tickets at $34.95 are available at Wearabouts. WOW – Wednesday on the Wharf features The Cliff Jumpers at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Take a chair or a blanket to sit on. Admission is by donation.

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A fine day for fibre fans R.J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum and Pritchard’s Di-Versity Heritage Quilt Group present “Pieces of History Re-Stitched” from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 21. The Heritage Group has a keen interest in the lives of pioneer women and how their experiences relate to women’s lives today. The group started some 10 years ago and the current membership is 24 enthusiastic ladies. The show features B.C. pioneer women, their stories and quilts created around the interpretation of their pioneer life. The show will feature an array of other heritage reproduction quilts the group members have created over the last two years. The featured merchant is Pritchard’s own DiVersity Quilting Supplies, who offer a variety of reproduction fabrics, patterns, books and quilt kits for sale. While at the show, visit the Shuswap Spinners & Weavers at the R.J. Haney House. The guild is an eclectic group of close to 60 members dedicated to supporting those involved in the local fibre arts community and promoting these creative skills in the larger community. The group will provide displays and demonstrations and welcomes spinners, weavers, knitters, those who crochet, felters and fibre producers. The Shuswap Pioneer Collectors club will also

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FRIDAY, JUNE 20 BIG BAND – The Salmon Armenians perform on their home turf, the Hideaway Pub and Bistro at 8 p.m. BOOK BARGAINS – The Salmon Arm and South Shuswap Friends of the Library hold their Spring Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 21, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mall at Piccadilly.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 ABORIGINAL DAY – The Adams Lake Indian Band hosts an Aboriginal Day, a cultural experience and opportunity to learn, grow and interact, including the raising of the Secwepemc flag, entertainment, food, booths and more, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take your lawn chairs. For more info, contact Julie John at 250-572-6215 or julie–john@hotmail.com.

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have displays throughout the village. The club’s mission is to preserve and share the area’s rich history in order to ignite interest in younger generations and spur fond memories for those who experienced this history. The Shuswap Pioneer Collectors Club was formed in 2004 and includes more than 100 members. At the show enjoy special musical entertainment from local violinist Emily Wark. She has been playing the violin for three years and enjoys sharing her love of fiddling with others. Wark is trained mostly classically, but enjoys playing traditional fiddle music from Scotland, Ireland, and Canada’s East and West Coast, as well as pieces she has composed herself. Join storyteller, Dianne Jansson in the Mt. Ida Church at 11 a.m., 2 and 5 p.m. to hear intriguing readings and stories about pioneer women and the trials they faced. Marjorie’s Tea Room will host a pancake breakfast, and barbecue lunch in the outdoor kitchen. The tea room will also be open for a special “quilter dinner” special as well as tea, coffee and other refreshments along with wonderful homemade desserts. Gate admission is $5. For more information, visit www.salmonarmuseum.org or call Haney at 250-832-5243.

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Elk Tribe sings of life, love By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Whether it’s under the willow tree in their grandmother’s yard, or among the mountains and meadows of the lush Shuswap landscape, members of The Elk Tribe write about their home and their lives – from their hearts. “Every song has deep meaning; we never randomly write about nothing,” says 22-yearold Zach Harder, the oldest of three brothers who plays acoustic guitar, harmonica, kickdrum and tambourine. Zach’s 21-year-old brother Brayden Harder, writes many of the lyrics and plays bass. Younger brother Levi Harder contributes lead vocals, rhythm and guitar, while Zach’s fiancée, Amanda Robbins, is lead vocalist. Rounding out the fab folk sound is David McMaster on violin and mandolin. Like the music, the title of the group’s new CD, Over Mountains

and Meadows, refers to where the brothers grew up in White Lake. “A lot of it has to do with relationships between the brothers and lots of stories to do with places we’ve been and experiences we’ve shared,” says Zach. “We don’t sit in a room and say, ‘let’s write a song.’ Somebody brings an idea and we build off that, each giving our own unique taste to it.” One of the cuts, Willow Tree, is about a tree at their Grandma’s house where they used to play. “It had the perfect number of branches and we climbed it and played with our cousins,” said Zach. “It’s tied into a kind of love story. The tree has become a symbol for love.” Zach says the brothers are very close and that rehearsals are just like a group of friends coming together to jam. “And we’re just lucky people like the music,” he says.

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Guest speaker: Ian Johnson on “Developing Resiliency in the Workplace and Beyond” Home and Hearth: (From left) Brayden Harder, David McMaster, Amanda Robbins, Zach Harder and Levi Harder drop their new CD June 20 at Shuswap Theatre. The album, the result of eight months of writing and recording, was mastered by Toronto’s João Carvalho, who has also worked for Feist, The Sheepdogs and Barenaked Ladies. The Elk Tribe is lining up a number of gigs, including an appearance at Wednesday on the Wharf July 16. But the group is getting the summer rolling with a CD release party

at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 20 at Shuswap Theatre. And the fun-loving, “hillbillies” that are Seal Skull Hammer will open the show. Doors open at 7 and refreshments will be provided. Tickets at $15 are available at the Shuswap Pie Company, Synergy Studio or email theelktribe@ gmail.com.

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Vancouver director Mike Southworth is up for three out of five nominations for the best music video category at the 2014 Western Canadian Music Awards. The three videos are all for popular Vancouver artists: former Shuswap resident Dominique Fricot – Our Last Song, Hilary Grift – Waltzing Matilda and The Harpoonist & the Axe Murderer – Shake It. “It’s just really nice that people are appreciating them, it’s a lot of work not for a lot of money,” Southworth laughs. “I would have been happy with one nomination – to get three is amazing.” The content of the videos is about as drastically different as three videos could be, he says. Our Last Song is stopmotion time-lapse with more than 3,000 pictures and 850 costume changes from artist Dominique Fricot; Shake It is set in a rundown trailer park with a hilarious cast of characters and Waltzing Matilda is a short film based in the comedic film noir style of the 1950s and featuring an invisible detective, a mad scientist and a

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for three out of five nominations for the 2014 Western Canadian Music Awards. femme fatale. Southworth is also a music producer who has produced more than 100 albums for artists like Grift, Warren Dean Flandez and C.R. Avery. His initial foray into music videos was making videos for his own band, Scatterheart. “We needed videos but didn’t have a lot of money so we decided to make them on our own,” he says. “These first low-budget videos, like the allin-one-shot Beautiful, were so unique and creative that they made it onto a handful of top10 press lists, received tens of

thousands of views online and were nominated for WCMA awards.” It wasn’t long before Southworth was being approached to make music videos for other artists. “I already had a lot of connections in the music industry so it all just fell into place,” he says. “It’s nice not to have to pound the pavement and I’ve found if you do good work, people come to you for the most part.” Just four years later, Southworth and his company, Collide Entertainment, have pro-

duced more than 50 music videos. “I really love the form of music videos,” he says. “You can try out a lot of different looks and techniques in a short timeline.” Southworth says videos also provide an opportunity to take the concept of the song and build something bigger around it. Sharing the three nominations is Vancouver cinematographer Byron Kopman, who helped create the distinctive and polished look of these videos. Southworth and Kopman have worked together on more than 20 projects since their first video together for Fricot’s Our Last Song in fall 2012. Southworth just finished his first commercial for Chevy US and is working on scripts for two short films. Amid his many commitments, Southworth makes time to feed his musical soul by playing with his own band. He, his wife Hilary Grift, and Dominique Fricot will launch a month-long tour across Vancouver Island and as far east as Saskatchewan. They will appear at the Shuswap Pie Company on July 17.

Gospel and soul legend adds voice to festival Mavis Staples will appear at the 22nd Annual Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival this August. Staples’ voice has carried and inspired generations and, after more than 60 years of touring, this powerhouse of a performer doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. There are few living musicians who can lay claim to being the voice of America’s conscience. For six decades, Staples has been

the solid rock of American music. Alongside the family group she is so identified with, the Staple Singers, Staples has managed to transform herself as she goes, yet never alters her truth. From the Delta-inflected gospel sound she helped create in the 1950s, to the engaged protest of the civil rights era, and then on pop radio with a series of soul anthems, she has given voice to entire movements, eras and songs.

Recognition of her unique role in American music has been growing beyond her longtime fans, dipping into the wider world of pop as she performs alongside Justin Timberlake, or with Elton John in a show-stealing Grammy tribute. Her 13th studio album won the Grammy

Award for Best Americana Album in 2011, adding a remarkable new chapter to an already historic career. Staples is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, a National Heritage Fellowship Award recipient and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner. Rolling Stone listed her as one

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ELSIE KATHLEEN JORDAN September 18, 1925 - March 28, 2014 Elsie was born in Vancouver on September 18, 1925 to Arthur and Isabella Emslie. There she married her first husband Leonard Dunn in 1945 and they had five children. After being predeceased by him, she then married Jordy Jordan in 1969 and moved their joined family to Kamloops where they build their new life. In 1973 they moved to Salmon Arm, where they designed and built their dream home on Black Road. Elsie was an active member with the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #62 for many years and also volunteered at the gift shop at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital. She was predeceased by Jordy in 2004. Elsie is survived by her five children Wayne (Wendy) Dunn, Julie Dunn, Len (Judy) Dunn, Laurie (Ken) MacDonald and Barry (Kim) Dunn, step children Bill (Janice) Jordan and Donna (George) Cooke. Grannie will be dearly missed by her 13 grandchildren Mike, Sue, Shelley, David, Nicole, Tyler, Katie, Aaron, Karly, Jackie, Krystal, Chelsie and Megan. Elsie also leaves numerous great and great great grandchildren. Grannie you will always be missed and never forgotten xo. A celebration of Elsie’s life will be held Saturday, June 21, 2014 at the North Canoe Hall, at 1:00 o’clock pm with Pastor Norm Russell officiating and music by Shuswap Pipes and Drums. Casual dress please. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Elsie’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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PATRICIA “PAT” SANDYS Born May 13, 1924 • Died May 22, 2014 Devoted wife and mother, born and raised in Vancouver, moved to Langley in her late teens where she met Bill, married in 1949 and raised Dan and Judy. Pat had a happy full life, with her love of gardening, her many hobbies, best known for her ceramics and painting. Upon Bill’s retirement they moved to the Okanagan to be closer to their children. They kept in touch with many lifelong friends and relatives they had spread throughout the country. Pat found great joy from new friends she made in the Okanagan and a new found family in Scotland that her brother Allan discovered. Pat always had a smile and a great sense of humor to her final days. Pat passed just after celebrating her 90th birthday which she did in great style. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. No service by request. Online condolences may be sent through Pat’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

JOHN WESLEY GLAMBECK October 3, 1930 - May 5, 2014 It is with deep sadness we announce that John passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm BC with his loving wife Carole Holm by his side. He was born in Calgary, Alberta and raised on the banks of the Bow River. He worked in northern Alberta before returning to Calgary, where he met and married his first wife Eileen. They moved to Peace River and opened Park Esso, then moved to Camrose and opened Glambeck Motors. Moving to Red Deer, they operated a small manufacturing plant. After the death of Eileen, John retired in a home he had built on the shore of Shuswap Lake near Sunnybrae. In 2007 he moved into Salmon Arm with his wife Carole. John was predeceased by his parents Carl and Evelyn Glambeck, his brother Ken, his wife Eileen (nee Palkot) and his daughter Roxanne. He is survived by his sisters Carol (Bill) and Gail; his sons Bruce (Marcella), Alan (Meredith) and daughter Bonny (Dan); grandchildren Tamara, Tiffany, Michael, Justin, Marisa and Nicholas; greatgrandchildren Justice, Bianca, Elijah, Zephaniah and Noah; and Carole’s children Lila and Loral (Derrick), and her 4 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren. In his youth John loved fishing and adventuring in Kananaskis country with his brother. He was a carpenter, gardener and tinkerer who could build, grow, or fix anything; and an entrepreneur who loved being his own boss. He was very philosophical and had a positive outlook on life. John was an avid reader, had a great sense of humour and was very gregarious. He will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday June 21, from 1 to 3pm at the Senior’s Fifth Avenue Activity Centre at 170-5th Ave SE in Salmon Arm, BC. Memorial donations may be made in John’s memory to the Shuswap Hospice Society. Arangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through John’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Here Today – Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation. Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.

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Cards of Thanks Thank you to The Good Samaritan Hillside Village for the wonderful care and support for my mother, Kathleen Arnevick, for 3 1/2 yrs. Your care and concern was greatly appreciated....Larry Arnevick.

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Lost & Found FOUND dangly earring in foyer of Salmon Arm Observer.Claim at SAO office. LOST: About 5 keys, one much larger key fob, all on a large keychain in the shape of a fish. If found call David at 250-517-8589 or 250-8329530. LOST: set of 5 keys with a wooden turtle key ring, Sat. May 31 at Blackburn Park/Fair Grounds area (250)517-7219

Sports & Recreation HUNTING Firearms Safety courses. C.O.R.E. & P.A.L. required for Hunting/Firearms Licences. Call Trevor Holmes at (250)832-4105 www.huntingandfirearms.com

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889

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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 driver’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 in’s please.

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Piccadilly Terrace Retirement Residence is in need of a part-time/Oncall Housekeeper. Must be energetic, self-motivated and have good time management skills. Employment applications will be issued at Front Desk and are to be accompanied with resume. Attn: Housekeeping Dept. 810 10St. SW (directly across from Canadian Tire) Accepting applications for site labourer, Must have Class 1 with air and clean abstract. Duties will be varied from clean-up to driving and maintenance. Forward resume to McLeod’s By-Products Ltd. 4559 Larkin Cross Rd, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B6 mcleodbp@shaw.ca EXP. line cook needed. Must be able to work all shifts. Apply with resume to Jane’s Place/ Picadilly Mall.

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Obituaries

WESLEY FRANCIS PEBERNAT Wes was born near Vanderhoof, BC on Dec 5, 1929 and passed away at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital on May 31, 2014 at the age 84. Wes will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years, Beryl and daughters Lynne, Leza (Bruce) and sons Thomas (Laurie), Clarke, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, a brother Stanley (Short) and numerous nieces and nephews. Wes worked in the oil exploration and mining Industry for 36 years, he was affectionately known as ‘Peb’ and was a good man loved by one and all. There will be no services as per Wes’s wishes. Online condolences can be sent through Wes’s obituary at www.bowersfuneraIservice.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bowers funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, BC.

Employment

Help Wanted

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Blue Canoe Bakery Cafe

PART-TIME Breakfast Cook needed immediately at Home Restaurant in Sorrento. Apply in person Attn: Brad or Sandy

is looking for FT kitchen help/cook & customer service. Must be punctual and willing to learn. Able to work in team environment as well as independently. Submit resume At # 2 - 121 Shuswap St. (250)803-0011

Obituaries

POSTMA, NICOLAAS HERONIMUS “NICK” Nov. 24, 1941 - June 3, 2014 We are saddened to announce the passing of Nicolaas (Klaas) Heronimus Postma on June 03, 2014. He left us peacefully in his home surrounded by his family. He fought a brief but courageous battle with cancer. This battle, however, was not to be won and he accepted his path with great dignity. Nick was born in Doniaga, Frysland, The Netherlands on November 24, 1941, number 9 of 12 children born to Frans and Grietje Postma. He emigrated to Canada when he was 23 and although he maintained strong ties to his family and native land, Canada became his true home. He grew up on a dairy farm at a time when you used horses to plough the field and milked your cows by hand working hard was second nature to him. He was a talented and meticulous builder of homes and farms, but also, at heart, a farmer and a gardener. Easy testament to this is the stunning home he built and lived in with his wife Nancy, the artfully landscaped property, his ridiculously abundant garden and his beloved Friesian horses. He was an enthusiastic and animated teller of tales, and loved a good practical joke. In his younger years he was an accomplished athlete, excelling in running and soccer. When he moved up to the Shuswap he earned the nickname “Hot-foot Postma” by running circles around his opponents and prolific goal scoring. He remained active, fit and busy right up until the onset of his cancer. He brought his family to Gardom Lake in 1976. Here, he helped create the same strong community ties that defined his youth. He was always willing to help any in need, a generosity of spirit that was paid back tenfold by his friends and neighbours during his long months of treatment in Vancouver. His life was too big and colourful to summarize in these few sentences. However his legacy of hard work, easy play and generosity to family and friends will be long remembered by all the many lives he touched. He was beloved by all of his siblings. He is predeceased by his brothers Theo and Jappy, and oldest sister Mieke. He is survived by sisters Akke, Jantsje, Geertje, Sippy (Cecile) and Afke, and brothers Huite (Harry), Epke and Ron. He will be deeply missed by his wife Nancy, stepdaughters Ashley and Tiffany, and his children Ross, Lora and Kristy as well as his 7 grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday June 21st at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Salmon Arm with Father George LaGrange OMI Celebrant. A reception will be held at noon at their beautiful home that he built at #800 Gardom Lake Road. All who knew and loved Nick are welcome. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Nick’s name may be made to the BC Cancer Agency or Salvation Army. Nei in slimme sykje is ferstoarn us dappere, optimistyske en altyd fleurige Klass (Nick). Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Nick’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

Experienced Service Advisor Experienced Service Advisor required in our Service department at Braby Motors. Must possess strong customer satisfaction skills as well as above average organizational skills. The ability to work in a fast paced environment is essential. Excellent wage/benefit package available to the right individual. Please fax resume 1-250-832-4545 or email to pat@brabymotors.com

www.brabymotors.com 1250 Trans-Canada Hwy. S.W, Salmon Arm

We have an immediate opening for an experienced Cabinet and Flooring Sales Professional to work in our retail store. We are looking for highly motivated, customer service driven individual, the right candidate will possess a high degree of knowledge in all aspects of flooring and cabinet sales. Competitive Wage and Benefit Package offered Send Resumes to: david.kroeker@hbcsalmonarm.ca Home Building Centre – Salmon Arm 151 5th Street SW, Salmon Arm, British Columbia V1E 1S9 Fax: 250 832 7560

HOME HEALTH CARE POSITION AVAILABLE Pharmasave SALMON ARM in the beautiful Shuswap area is accepting resumes for a full time motivated, energetic team player to join the Home Health Care Department. The successful applicant must have a minimum 2 years’ experience in retail Home Health Care sales, superior customer service skills, along with a passion for working with the elderly. Applicant should maintain the skills for purchasing, retail pricing and inventory management which are essential to this position. Your ability to grow our business and increase awareness and developing a solid client base, through creating and implementing in-store events will be key to your success. The position is a full time position with 2532 hours per week. If you have the skills and experience and are interested in becoming part of our dynamic team please send your resume attention Steve via email fs244@forewest.ca. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Serving and caring for families in our community since 1947. Whether you’re considering pre-planning or have lost a loved one, you can trust our professional and friendly team to support you with meaningful grief services. We provide individualized funeral, memorial and celebration of life services, as well as grief counselling and an aftercare program. For more information and the answers to many frequently asked questions, visit us online at: Dave Wallensteen, Funeral Director

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Employment

Help Wanted

CHIROPRACTIC Clinic looking for receptionist Mondays & Fridays. Strong computer, office skills and experience needed. Drop off resume at Active Chiropractic at Uptown SASCU or email: info@activechirosalmonarm.ca

Love Golf? Honest, hardworking, outgoing person required for part time sales work at local golf course. Flexible hours. 250-308-1163.

Askew’s Foods is a family owned business with 4 grocery stores: 2 located in Salmon Arm, 1 in Armstrong and 1 in Sicamous. We have been in business since 1929 and are proud community supporters. Askew’s Foods is recruiting for the following positions in our new Uptown store:

DELI CLERKS – (24-32 hrs. per week) Our Uptown Café department requires part time help. If you are energetic and enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team, then we want to hear from you. Some kitchen experience would be an asset but not necessary, ability to multi-task and have your Food Safe certificate. Must be able to work evenings until 10 p.m. plus weekends. Please apply in person, with resume & references to: Shannon Garrison, Deli/Café Manager - Uptown store, or Fax: 250-832-7623, or e-mail: shannon@askewsfoods.com

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Looking for a full-time Litigation Secretary for a small full-service law firm in Salmon Arm, BC Experience preferred, salary negotiable. Please forward resume to: Sivertz Kiehlbauch Barristers & Solicitors #320-351 Hudson Ave. NE PO Box 190 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N3 or davidr@sa-law.ca to the attention of David M Ross

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market News & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -11th Ave. NE, 15 Ave. NE -3 Ave. 20th St. SE -Appleyard NE SICAMOUS -Martin, Shuswap Ave -Kappel, Chapman Call Valerie 250-832-2131

Bakery Help Wanted in our Sicamous Store Our Sicamous Store, Bakery Department requires a full time cake decorator, plus part time bakery clerks. The Cake Decorator must be experienced, creative and skilled. The Bakery clerks, will train the right candidate, but experience would be an asset. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askews team then we want to hear from you. The full time position offers a comprehensive benefits and pension plan. Wages for either position will be depending on experience.; Please apply in person, with resume & references to: Mary Bornholdt, Bakery Manager – Sicamous Store or by fax to 250-836-4399

CANADIAN TIRE Salmon Arm Location

Do you have experience in automotive repair? Must be committed to providing excellent customer service. Experience is an asset. WE PROVIDE: • Competitive wages & benefits • Extensive training program • Profit Sharing Apply in person and drop off your resumé to: The Auto Service Desk #300 - 1151 10th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C. Attn: Pat MacKinnon e-mail: service482@shaw.ca

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We have exciting and rewarding opportunities for Multi Service Workers, Certified Care Aids, RN’s and LPN’s wanting to join our rapidly growing health care company. For more information, please visit www.advocarehealth.com

Please Apply by Fax: 250-803-0515 or Email: misty.wouters@advocarehealth.com

IS NOW ACCEPTING RESUMÉS FOR EXPERIENCED

DELI CLERKS – FULL TIME & PART TIME Our Sicamous deli department needs help for the busy summer months. If you are energetic and enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askews team then we want to hear from you. We have temporary full-time and part-time positions available – which are perfect for college students; Please apply in person, with resume & references to: Patty Abbott, Deli Manager – Sicamous store Tel: 250-836-4899 Fax: 250-836-4399 e-mail: askews3@telus.net

EXPERIENCED Care Worker for 2 day shifts per/wk, private home, Tappen area, nonsmoker, $18/hr. to start, (250)835-0145 ask for Gwen Frontline Traffic Control requires Certified experienced TCP, require own transportation, wages DOE. Reliable people need only apply. 250309-3452 before 6pm or Fax resume: 250-838-0896

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Piccadilly Terrace Retirement Residence is in need of a part-time Kitchen Aide. The job will involve dishwashing and food prep. Must be energetic, a team player and have good time management skills. Will involve weekday and weekend shifts. Employment applications will be issued at Front Desk and are to be accompanied with resume. Attn: Kitchen Dept. 810 10St. SW (directly across from Canadian Tire) PART-TIME concession workers required, must be able to work weekends and evenings, travel required, driver’s license an asset. Apply to jacklemco@lemonheaven.com RMT wanted at Active Chiropractic Centre in Salmon Arm. Call Dr. Daphne Brown (250)833-5028

SAFE Society’s Transition House is looking for Crisis Intervention On Call Casual Employees who are flexible, able to work independently and are a great team player.

Interested parties email your resume to Executive Director safesociety@shaw.ca

CANADIAN TIRE Salmon Arm Location Askew’s Foods is a family owned business with 4 grocery stores located in Salmon Arm, Armstrong and Sicamous. We have been in business since 1929 and are proud community supporters. Askew’s Foods is recruiting for the following positions in our Sicamous store;

Piccadilly Terrace Retirement Residence is in need of a part-time and On-call Server. The job will involve weekday and weekend shifts. Must be energetic, a team player and have good time management skills. Employment applications will be issued at Front Desk and are to be accompanied with resume. Attn: Dining Room Dept. 810 10St. SW (directly across from Canadian Tire)

Those candidates hired must be available for all weekend shifts which include days, evenings, holidays and over nights.

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SERVICE ADVISOR

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SERVICE TECHNICIANS Are you experienced in computereized Fuel Injection Diagnosis/Wheel Alignments and all general repairs to all makes & models? WE PROVIDE: • Excellent wages plus benefits • Clean modern shop with hoists in every bay • High tech state-of-the-art equipment • Extensive training program • Profit Sharing If you are up to a challenge, apply in person and drop off your resumé to: The Auto Service Desk #300-1151 10th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C. Attn: Pat MacKinnon e-mail: servicemgr@ctc482.ca

Applications for this position will be accepted until June 23rd, 2014. Only those short listed will be contacted. Additional contact information can be found on our website www.safesociety.ca or call 250 832 9616.

Help Wanted SICAMOUS KOA Kampground currently seeking individuals for the following seasonal positions: grounds keepers, need valid drivers licence, night security, cleaning & office. Please apply in person. SKYLINE TRUCKSTOP is now hiring a F/T cook and waitress. Email resume to skyline@jetstream.net or fax to 250-836-4950. STRAWBERRY PICKERS required at the Berry Patch mid June onward, 3930 10Ave. NE TCH, SA (250)8324662 Kevin or Kate Stadnyk THE PARADISE MOTEL is now hiring all positions. Apply in person w/ resume to the Paradise Motel, Main St. Sicamous.

Labourers HAWK Ridge Development is looking for hard working & talented Commercial Framers for a project in Salmon Arm. Wages based on skills & performance. Reliable transportation is necessary. Please email your resumes to: teaganblair89@gmail.com

Trades, Technical HEAVY DUTY Mechanic to work in private shop on farm. We have several semi trucks hauling farm products as well as farm tractors. Job would include maintenance on all equipment, as well as repairs as necessary, clutch, wheel seals, some welding, etc. This is a full time year round position. Call 250-838-6630 or email: leolorie@uniserve.com. PCL ENERGY- Now Hiring Journeyperson Pipefitters ($40 +/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Email resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

Help Wanted

Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union Service Representatives, Part Time Salmon Arm Uptown Make your own future at SASCU. As one of BC's best companies to work for, we invest in our employees and support our communities, all in a fun, collaborative environment. SASCU is currently accepting applications for Service Representatives, for our new branch Uptown. As the successful candidate, you will have a secondary school diploma along with customer service and sales experience, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. For a complete description of this role and how to apply, please visit the careers section of our website. This position will be open for applications until June 16, 2014. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Home Repairs

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250-253-4663 ROTOTILLING gardens and small fields, cutting weeds and grass with rotary cutter. (250)832-8211 (250)804-8472

Pets & Livestock

Livestock THE HORSE NANNY has arrived!

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FAST AND Reliable Plumbing Repairs, 24/7. Call Parker Dean for your next plumbing job. Present this ad and get $50 off. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

8 wk old laying pullet chicks Brown Leghorns $10 each Tappen area. 250-835-2000.

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DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years. • Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools

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Rentals

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Misc. Wanted

Apt/Condo for Rent

URGE to Purge! Annual Block Garage Sale, 2850 7Ave NE, June 14, 8-1, parking at curling rink

We buy & sell it all: windows, doors, kit. cab.,paint etc.Happy Harry’s Liquidations, 5201 27th St.,Vernon, 250-549-7099 Order your Happy Shacks Now! Limited Supply.

2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Avail July 1st, Walk to town. Includes W/D, DW, A/C. N/S, N/P. $850/mo Call (250) 515-1808 2 BDRM avail immed., NS, NO PETS, $750/mo + util. 191 4th St. SE (250)804-9627 3BDRM apt, 191 4St. SE, parking, coin laundry, NP, NS, $850/mo. avail July 1st (250)804-9627

Church Of Christ annual Garage Sale June 13/14 9am-4pm 4350 50th St NE (TC Hwy Towards Canoe)

ESTATE/GARAGE SALE Blind Bay: 2487 Centennial Dr. June 14, 9-1, tools from screw drivers to band saw, old radios, RV supplies, household ESTATE YARD SALE SAT JUNE 14TH 8am to 1pm 90 Shuswap Street SE in back lane Tools, Men’s clothing & shoes Dishes Books Furniture something for everyone! HUGE DOWN-SIZING sale. Sat. June 14, 8:30 - ??? 258023 St. N.E. Mower, furn, garden stuff, hshld. HUGE PURGING SALE. 702 Parksville, Sicamous. June 14 & 15. 8 am to 6 pm. Moving! 8-11. Jun 13-15. 3985 Eagle Bay Rd. Canning, kitchen, sports, linens. 675-2390 Moving sale Sat June 14 9am-3pm at 357 Lakeshore Dr in Chase. Lots of Stuff. Multi Family Garage Sale Sat June14, 8:30-2:30 2530 Waverly Drive, Blind Bay. RANCHERO Multi family & moving sale, 6136 Ranchero Drive Saturday, June 14, 8-1, tools incl. chop saw, compressor, pressure washer, sawzall, drill press, belt sanders, band saw, hand tools, garden tools incl. hedge trimmer, shovels, rakes, forks, lawn furn., misc children’s books, vintage records, pottery, wine making kit, binoculars SALMON Arm: Yard Sale, 2510 21St NE, June14, 9-2, household items, furniture, tools, toys, patio/yard items

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Merchandise for Sale

ON-LINE AUCTION INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT Located in: SALMON ARM Bids Close: THURS. June 12 - Noon 13.5 Ton Challenger Truck/ Bus Hoist; NH TC33D Loader Tractor, 2008 Sullair CatPowered Air Compressor, 2250 Portable Log Chipper; 1995 Int. Digging Truck/Boom & Auger, Gooseneck Trailer, & MORE! View photos, listing, terms & conditions at www.McDougallBay.com 250-803-5100 or 1-800-263-4193 DL: 319916, PO Box 3081, Regina, S4P 3G7 Regina • Saskatoon • Moosomin • Calgary • Salmon Arm

Fruit & Vegetables FRESH Picked STRAWBERRIES The Berry Patch 393010Ave NE TCH (250)832-4662 STRAWBERRIES READY now. Place your orders. 250832-5398.

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Real Estate For Sale By Owner 3BDRM, 2bath, 2000sqft. home on 5.5acres, large kitchen & eating area, near store & golf course $280,000. (250)253-2167

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

Mobile Homes & Parks MODULAR in 55+ Tappen park, 2008 Moduline, 2bdrm., 1100sqft., perfect cond., deck, hobby shop, A/C, water softener. Will look at offers? (250)833-2128

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Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale ALMOST new Filter Queen vacuum cleaner, cost $1700. what offers??? It really sucks! Call Ron (250)838-0104 A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com CEDAR Shakes, 24” hand split. (1-250)836-3143 Malakwa 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. LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION Centennial Farm, Salmon Arm, June 14, photos & info avail. www.valleyauction.ca or call (250)832-1372 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 or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. TEAK dining room table, 6 chairs, buffet & hutch $750. obo (250)832-7494

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NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS

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

BUYING Coin Collections, Estates, Antiques, Native Art, Silver, Jewelry 778-281-0030 FIREARMS: ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Call 1-866960-0045 Or visit online at: www.dollars4guns.com PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 WANTED 12 FOOT ALUMINUM BOAT (250)517-8087 Wanted boy or girl singer 5-10 years. New Xmas Songs 250832-3338 WE Are Still looking For Rhubarb!! Fresh cut & clean for our kitchen. Please call the office staff at (250)832-5243 R.J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum

Acreage FOR Rent: updated 2bdrm mobile on 20 acres, Grandview Bench area. Set up for horses, detached shop, 3 stall barn, paddocks, fenced, avail. July1, (1-250)862-6249

Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM. apt. hot water included, NP, NS, $680/mo. (1-855)852-5660 Toll Free 1BDRM new 4-plex priv entr., adults, quiet pet OK, $750. avail now. F/S 1070 1 St. SE 250-833-2129

1 Bedroom Apartment Hot water included No Pets, No Smoking

$680/mo.

1-877-852-5660 Toll Free

Tenders

Invitation to Tender Downie Timber Ltd. is administering tenders for silviculture projects in the 2014 field season. Opportunities are available for 33 ha of manual brushing (AD061612), 209.4 ha of ground based site preparation (AD061614) and 580.1ha of surveys (AD061613). Projects are being funded through the Land Based Investment Program (LBIP) and are subject to funding approval. Tender Information can be found on the LBIP website: https://www.fialicensees.com/FIA_ Advertisements/PublicAdvertisements.aspx Closing Date: June 30th 2014.

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Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartments Close to town, family owned & operated. Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Available July 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694

Commercial/ Industrial 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 COUNTRY cozy 2bdrm 1.5bath part furn. cabin, pet ok, $1,000/mo. (250)833-0373

Homes for Rent 4Bdrm 2Bth Small Rec room AC and central Vac $1500 incl. Util Joe 250-832-7051 or 250-814-4192 Avail June 1st 4 BED HOUSE in South Broadview school area, NS, $1320/mo + util, avail July 1, for info - energy49@telus.net or 1-250-886-1808 FOR Rent in Chase, 3bdrm, 3bath, 5appl. plus central air & vac.,$1200/mo. avail. July 1st, (250)679-3695 (250)318-1393 MOBILE home avail. in Enderby. 2 bed, addit., deck, porch. W/D, NS, NP, 55+ yr. Avail. July1, $675. + DD Cora Prevost RE/MAX (250)838-0025 RV seasonal hookups. Wild camping in Tappen. Bring your horses. Res. req’d Also 2bdrm home for rent in Blind Bay (250)463-2700

Rooms for Rent Roommate wanted to share 1600 Sq. Ft. Rancher in Canoe interview req’d ages 25-45 pref’d Call Tim 250-803-1871

Suites, Lower 1 BED plus den W/O bright basement suite, shared laundry, 5appl, large storage room, private deck w/view, prefer clean & quiet, $700/mo. util incl. + full DD, NS, ref’s req., avail. now (250)803-8589 2bdrm, Shared laundry, near 4 schools, rink, NS, NP, a/c $900mo. + DD, Util incl. avail June 1 (250)295-5498 Bachelor suite $600. inc. util., garbage. NP, avail. Immed., Call Travis (1-250)650-6585 BLIND Bay lrg 1bdrm w/o near beach, patio, 6appl., lrg util. rm., gas FP, NS NP, $695/mo. util. incl. (250)675-5054 NICE quiet 1bdrm. level entry suite for mature single working woman. Walk to DT SA, NS, NP, f/s, w/d, $650/mo. + refs & DD, incl. util. (250)832-6263 SA 1bdrm, priv. ent, great location! W/D, NS, NP, suits quiet, mature adult, avail July1 $700 (250)832-2898

Suites, Upper 1800 Sq. ft 2 Bdrm suite for rent. Incl Hydro, Gas, garbage, internet, Sat TV Parking. In DT Chase Call 250-833-6029 2BDRM suite main floor log house in great country setting 10 min from SA and Larch Hills Xcountry skiing. Sauna, fireplace, F/S MW,DW,WIFI, laundry Incl. N/S Ref. Req. $925/mo + Util Avail July 1 250-833-0901. Detached guest room or studio & lge. office also avail. w/ suite. 3BDRM 80 4St SE, $1400/mo util. incl., NS, NP, shared W/D, avail immed. (250)253-4444 LGE. 1 BDRM, f/s, NP, NS, util., cable incl., female 35+ $750/mo. + D.D. Ref. req. 250804-6123 or 250-832-4827

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Cars - Domestic ‘95 JETTA gold, tinted windows, sun roof. $2500.00. 250-833-4880.

Cars - Sports & Imports 1991 Honda Prelude, new winters on rims used one season, low profile summers on rims, needs front bumper fixed, good interior, $1200. obo (250)832-9256 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. Silver and sporty 100,000kms 4 winter tires. Serviced regularly $6000 (250)832-7829 2003 Toyota Corolla Sport, fully loaded, extra rims & winter tires, 5spd. manual trans, $5000. obo (250)832-9639 2008 Ford Mustang GT/CS conv., 36,000kms, ex. cond., $27,000. obo (250)463-3337

Recreational/Sale 2002 FLEETWOOD Elkhorn 9T camper 10 ft. $9500.00 OBO. 250-832-8188. 2007 37ft. Cedar Creek 5th Wheel c/w sliding hitch, Bell sat. system & 32” tv, W/D combo, insulated skirting, queen bed w/Sleep Country mattress, f/p (1-780)916-3560 21 1/2 ft. 5TH WHEEL, light to tow, exc. cond. $7000.00 OBO. 250-832-8565. FOR SALE: 2006 Salem 22’ travel trailer. Exc. cond. C/W equalizer bars. $10,500OBO. Call 250-804-2049

Scrap Car Removal #1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 250-558-8855

Trucks & Vans 2004 Toyota Sienna Great condition. 220,000 Includes 4 winter tires rims. $7000.00 OBO. Call 833-1883 or email capreeceb@hotmail.com

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