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Wideeyed: While lying on the back of one steer, three-year-old Anna Philps is watched closely by another at the North Okanagan 4-H Beef Club’s annual Achievement Day held Sunday at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds.
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Theatrical protest targets pipelines Message: Risk to environment a primary concern. By Chelsea Grainger OBSeRVeR STAFF
A group of residents made their opposition to pipelines across B.c. loud and clear during a theatrical anti-pipeline demonstration on July 7. Rebecca Kneen got together with friends and acquaintances to put on the demonstration, which included people representing oil bursting out of a fake pipe, actors dressed as enbridge employees attempting to stop it, and a doctor diagnosing those affected with imminent death. The demonstration took place outside of MlA Greg Kyllo’s Alexander Street office. Kneen says various govern-
ments have been making empty promises to the public when it comes to protecting the environment and First nations land. “Salmon Arm doesn’t have a whole lot of voice,” said Kneen. “The people who have been vocal in opposing pipelines are not alone, there are people ready to stand in the way.” Kneen said the demonstration was specifically in opposition to the northern Gateway pipeline, but also noted it was relevant to all of the pipelines running through B.c. “With every pipeline, spills will happen,” said Kneen. Steve Van Hassel, who participated in the demonstration, doesn’t think the creation of
more jobs is a viable reason for approving pipelines. “There’s other ways to make jobs,” said Van Hassel. “To me it’s a lame excuse to justify it. If there was more government focus on clean energy, we wouldn’t have to be putting in pipelines.” Participant Michelle Tsutsumi says the government’s defence on cleaning up the spills if they do occur is unfounded, noting the exxon Valdez spill and Gulf of Mexico spill of 2010 are still harming the environment. “These pipelines are guaranteed to leak and spill,” said Tsutsumi. “There’s going to be so much devastation for unique ecosystems.”
This week A dominant year for sockeye salmon could mean a dramatic run at the Adams River. See A3. The Salmon Arm Slo-Pitch league saw hot action for their wrap-up tournament. See A15.
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Statement: Rebecca Kneen takes part in an anti-pipeline demonstration held Monday in front of MLA Greg Kyllo’s office.
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Electrical storm downs tree on resident’s home By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF
A heavy storm that thundered through the Shuswap on July 2 has one resident dealing with damage done to his home. Don Matheson, who lives in Deep Creek, said he was tending to his yard when he noticed heavy winds and witnessed a large tree fall onto his house a little bit after 7 p.m. “I heard this snap and I turned and saw the tree uprooted,” said Matheson, who also noted the winds caused a significant mess of scattered cones in his yard. “What’s ironic is I had just finished cleaning up my yard.” The tree fell over due to the heavy winds produced by a storm that had moved in from Kelowna that evening. Matheson said the area where he lives generally gets wind pockets and the way the wind hit the tree forced it to fall over. Environment Canada warning preparedness meteorologist Doug
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direct hit: A large storm Wednesday brought a tree down on the roof of Don Matheson’s Deep Creek home. Lundquist says winds of 40-50 km/hr were recorded at a monitoring station, but it’s possible that higher winds occurred in other parts of the region. “Sometimes you can get little microbursts of wind,” said Lundquist. Matheson, meanwhile, said that luckily the tree, which was approximately 80 to 90 feet tall, didn’t collapse straight into the house. He said the fact the limbs on the tree were living, and his home has three different levels of roof, helped cushion the blow. Most of the damage was to
the beams of the house and deck. “I was surprised, because the trees are very solid,” said Matheson, whose house is surrounded by many trees like the one that fell. “It could have been worse.” The storm, which was caused by a cold front moving through the area, also brought a high number of lightning strikes with it, but only 0.2 mm of rain. “It looks like there were about 500 lightning strikes in the southern part of the Shuswap that evening,” said Lundquist.
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drug dealer for the purposes of arranging a drug transaction. Police had been conducting an investigation into a so-called dial-a-dope operation. At a residence near Highway 97B, plainclothed police officers
met with the man who was subsequently arrested. Police report at the time of arrest this person was in possession of a quantity of cocaine packaged for sale. A court date is pending.
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Adams River: Dominant year predicted, but real numbers unknown. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Sockeye salmon are expected to arrive at their Adams River spawning grounds in the millions this fall. While he recommends extreme caution in trying to establish even ballpark figures at this time, Stu Cartwright, acting area director of the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans for the B.C. Interior, says estimates for the entire Fraser River run anywhere from seven million to 72 million. Zeroing in on the Adams River, Cartwright says preseason forecasts suggest there could be anywhere from 1.3 or 1.4 million spawners up to as many as 11.7 million. “Those numbers are out there, but I’d be really cautious knowing the variables that exist in trying to predict returning salmon,” said Cartwright last Thursday. Given that the brood year was just under eight million sockeye in the last dominant run four years ago, the numbers could be high. But Cartwright says typically the average dominant year sees the return of about 2.8 million spawning sockeye to the Adams River. “Even if we got half that at 4.4 million, that’s still more than double the normal brood year,” he says. “The range comes out of all the various options DFO considers based on brood stock, which in this case was 2010, when it fell so far outside of the historic range.” Early summer sockeye that returned to spawn in Scotch Creek and the Seymour River totalled 500,000 in 2010. Forecasts for this year range between 92,000 and 2.4 million, in a run that peaks in
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Return: Estimates for sockeye returns range from 1.3 million to 11.7 million fish heading for the Adams River spawning grounds. An average dominant year would see approximately 2.8 million spawning sockeye in the river. the last week of July and first week of August. “If you go conservative mid-range, you’re looking at 540,000,” Cartwright says. “Again we’re cautiously optimistic that we’re going to see a strong return, not just to Scotch and Seymour but to Adams too.” DFO’s plans to expand the sockeye fishery because of the large numbers estimated to travel the Fraser River this year are being criticized by the Lower Mainland organizations such as the Watershed Watch Salmon Society and the Raincoast Conservation Foundation. They say sockeye from strong populations will be
swimming along with those from depleted stocks, with the possibility of by-catch further jeopardizing weaker runs. Coho returning to the Salmon River, where stocks have been struggling to re-
run doesn’t materialize, fishing opportunities will be limited, which will reduce the effect of the by-catch on coho.” Cartwright says conservation objectives are DFO’s highest priority when planning fisheries, but if there is a surplus, Again we’re cautiously optimistic that there is an obligation we’re going to see a strong return, to provide fishing not just to Scotch and Seymour but opportunities, with meeting First Nato Adams too. tions food and social and ceremonial needs Stu Cartwright being the top priority. Department of fisheries Test fisheries to measure the strength of the various runs, bound, could also be taken in beginning with the early the by-catch. sockeyes, have just begun in “Developed models are the Juan de Fuca Strait. One based on a number of fac- of the last to enter the Fraser tors which try to account for River, Adams River sockeye that range of fish,” Cartwright don’t normally gather there says. “If the strength of the until sometime in August.
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Vandals target news boxes By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Every year, vandals cost the Salmon Arm Observer and Shuswap Market News at least $2,000 by destroying or vandalizing drop boxes. “It’s ongoing but worse at some times of the year,” says circulation manager Valerie McMillen. One driver had to deal with a particularly disgusting mess three weeks ago in Sicamous. When he went to fill the drop box, he discovered someone had thrown up in a food container and tossed it into the box. “We had to pay the driver extra to clean up before he could put the papers in,” says McMillen with disgust. Vandals struck in Salmon Arm over the Canada Day long weekend, setting fire to a box located at 30th Street and 60th Avenue NE. While the fire went out on its own, it com-
pletely destroyed the inside of the box and could easily have started a wildfire, given increasingly dry conditions. Two more Salmon Arm boxes were vandalized over the long weekend as well – one at 10th Avenue SE near Highway 97B and another near Little Mountain Park. “Doors were ripped off and the posts were sawed in half; it took a lot of effort,” she says. “Basically in the last week, it has cost us $1,000 to fix six boxes, buying materials and paying to have the work done to repair them or replace them.” In June, all the drop boxes along Salmon Valley Road between Salmon Arm and Branchflower Road were duct-taped closed after photos of naked women were deposited inside. And nearby Canada Post mailboxes were tipped over. McMillen says vandals often target both the newspaper and
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Speed limits increase in Shuswap By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF
A number of highways in the Shuswap will be getting an increase in speed limit as a result of the recent provincewide Rural Highway Safety and Speed review done by the Ministry of Infrastructure. Thirty-five sections of B.C. highways will have the speed adjusted, with three of them being in the Shuswap area.
Transportation Minister Todd Stone said limits are being raised where traffic studies show the vast majority of traffic is already going faster than the posted speed limit. The study conducted by the ministry found that 85 per cent of drivers were travelling 106 km/h from Salmon Arm to Sicamous. The study also showed that 54 per cent of people felt that the speed limit from Salmon
Arm to Golden should be increased. The speed limit along that stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway has also been adjusted in sections. The stretch of highway from Canoe to Revelstoke will increase from 90 km/hr to 100 km/h. The 60 km/h zone through Sicamous will remain intact. Highway 97A, from the Highway 97B junction to Sicamous, will go from 80 to 90
kilometres an hour, excluding the 50 km/h section through Grindrod. The Trans-Canada Highway between Chase and Hilltop road, just east of Sorrento, will also have its current speed of 90 km/h increased to 100 km/h. The new speed limits are expected to be phased in throughout the summer months and will be appropriately posted.
Enderby-area speed changes spark concern from mayor By Richard Rolke BLACK PRESS
Higher speed limits are getting a rough ride from at least one community leader. The Ministry of Transportation is increasing the speed on four sections of high-
way in the North Okanagan, including Highway 97A on both sides of Enderby from 90 to 100 kilometres an hour. “I’d be interested in the rationale and justification for it,” said Howie Cyr, Enderby mayor and a former RCMP officer.
The new limit will cover Highway 97A from Smith Drive in Armstrong to the Highway 97B junction, north of Enderby. The limit through Enderby itself will remain at 50 kilometres an hour but Cyr says there’s already a prob-
lem with trying to get motorists to ease from the higher to lower speed. Support comes from Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo. “They have erred on the side of caution by not elevating the speed limits too high,” he said.
Transportation Minister Todd Stone says the new speed limits reflect the natural flow of traffic and safety improvements to roads. “The technology in vehicles has improved as has (public) education, enforcement and penalties,” he said.
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City News and Public Notices KIDS ARE ON US Kids can ride the bus for free during all designated scheduled School District #83 closures in Salmon Arm for the remainder of 2014. Inviting youth to enjoy the community’s recreation facilities, downtown shopping, summer hot spots, the City of Salmon Arm and the Shuswap Regional Transit System are offering free transit to youth, under the age of 18, to December 31, 2014, summer break, Pro-D days and Christmas break for the remainder of the year. Please note there is no transit service on statutory holidays and Sundays. Promoting the bus as a safe and available means of transportation, the City of Salmon Arm encourages kids to get on board and ride the bus to their favourite summer activities. Paying customers will be provided priority loading, including bicycle transportation. Salmon Arm boasts a wide variety of attractions for youth, including: the lake, beach, marina, recreation centre, numerous parks and hiking trails, central business district and shopping malls, waterslides, go-carts, petting zoo, golf, nature reserve, art galleries, museums, corn maze and orchards. With free bus rides available all year, kids have more travel options and access to these activities. This campaign is intended for youth under the age of 18. Drivers may request to see personal identification. Considerate and appropriate behaviour is expected from all riders. Have fun, Mayor Cooper
NO BURNING JUNE 15 SEPTEMBER 15 Campfire Permits - $10.00 – In an approved container. Clean, dry seasoned firewood only. Occasional fires that will not disturb neighbours. Extinguished with water by 11:00 p.m. Burning of household garbage, plastics, rubber, oil, asphalt shingles, drywall, treated lumber or anything producing toxic smoke is strictly prohibited. Due to the long hot summer and the high Danger Class Ratings from the Forest Service, there may be a delay in issuing permits if there is not an appreciable amount of rainfall. If you have any questions concerning open burning regulations or requirements, please call the Salmon Arm Fire Department Administration Office at 250-803-4060, visit during business hours or call the Salmon Arm Information Line at 250-833-0377 after hours.
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Sparking some fireworks Salmon Arm has a few hot-button topics: SmartCentres, underpass, downtown parking – but what really gets some citizens all fired up? Fireworks. Or the lack thereof. Salmon Arm has a tremendous asset in the annual Children’s Festival on Canada Day, which runs from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. at the fairgrounds. It is a terrifically organized, fun-filled and mostly free event that families can enjoy. Huge kudos to the organizers, sponsors like the Rotary Club, and the volunteers for putting it on each year. But come 3 p.m., Salmon Arm becomes a bit of a ghost town. All the public celebrations of Canada’s birthday cease and streams of cars make their way to either Sicamous or Blind Bay so families can join in their celebrations, particularly their fireworks displays. Salmon Arm has had a patriotic fireworks show in the past, with the sparklers being set off from a barge in Salmon Arm Bay. Many loved it. Others not so much. The location of the bird sanctuary along the foreshore caused a number of local naturalists to express concern for the effects of the noise, audience and lights on the avian population, which boasts a number of relatively rare species, including the Western grebe. It caused a bit of a brouhaha at the time, and Canada Day fireworks haven’t been seen since in Salmon Arm. But clearly it is not out of sight, out of mind for many city residents who responded in vast numbers to a question about fireworks in Salmon Arm posted on our Facebook page. The vast majority of respondents wanted to see an additional celebration, with fireworks, in Salmon Arm. Many expressed embarrassment that a city of this size does not have such an event when smaller neighbouring communities manage to pull it off in style. I personally don’t see how a few minutes of fireworks could do irreparable harm to the bird populations in the area, any more than my own personal beef with not being allowed to walk leashed dogs on the trail. (No one ever seems to mention that people’s free-roaming cats are far more of a danger to the birds than a leashed canine.) This is especially when there are continual, often exceedingly noisy trains travelling right through the area every day. Before anyone threatens to coat me in peanut butter, roll me in birdseed and tie me to a foreshore bird blind to be pecked into submission, I freely admit to being no expert on bird behaviour. But I would like to be able to take my children to an evening celebration and fireworks show in my own town on July 1. So, in the spirit of compromise and to soothe the ruffled feathers of bird lovers, why not host the event at Canoe Beach? Yes, there would still be some noise, but it wouldn’t be directly in front of the foreshore and the park is certainly big enough to host a large group of revellers. Seems like a possible solution to a fiery debate.
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Make water safety a priority A recent child death review report by the BC Coroners Service warns that the dangers of drowning haven’t sunk in, a scary realization in light of living in an area with many lakes, rivers, creeks and streams. The review examined the cases of 35 children and youth who drowned in B.C. between 2007 and 2013. The report concluded messages about boater safety, life-jacket use, pool safety and alcohol use aren’t resonating with people. Children can drown rapidly and in low levels of water, so parents are reminded of the need for constant vigilance –which means a focused eye on kids at all times. It can be easy to be distracted when socializing on the water, but a situation can turn into a tragedy in a very short time. Life-jacket use both on and around the water is
always recommended for young children. Should a child go missing, experts also recommend checking water, including any nearby pools, streams or creeks, before any other place. Seconds can make the difference in a potential drowning situation. The report also found that teenage boys are particularly prone to drowning because they underestimate dangers involved in water-related activities and often overestimate their own swimming abilities, thinking they can swim out of danger. Alcohol consumption is another contributing factor, lowering inhibitions to risky behaviour. The easy days of summer in the Shuswap can lull us into a false sense of security, but there’s no place to be lax when mixing children with water.
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The Observer asked: Should Salmon Arm host its own Canada Day fireworks display?
Irene La “Yes. Salmon Arm should not be outdone by all the smaller surrounding communities.”
Jim Kimmerly “I think so. The real question would be where do you put it.”
Michelle Ryde “Yes. It’s just too inconvenient to have to drive to Blind Bay or Sicamous and back.”
A brief history of treaty talks settle treaties. The first question asked if private land Tom Fletcher should be exempt from expropriation for treaty settlements. Private property rights VICTORIA – A few weeks before the are not so much a 19th century idea as a landmark decision declaring aboriginal 17th century one, defined in 1690 by John title proven by the Tsilhqot’in Nation, I Locke. picked up a used university textbook that What remains true today is that no solooked like a handy reference. ciety has made significant social and enGeography in British Columbia: People vironmental progress without individual and Landscapes in Transition, by Brett property rights. See the woeful state of McGillivray (UBC Press, Second Edition) most of Canada’s communally owned is a good reference, except where it strays aboriginal reserves, where individually from geography into politics. owned property isn’t permitted. This 2005 edition came out not long beThe Tsilhqot’in dropped claims of propfore the B.C. Treaty Commission started erty held by non-aboriginal residents from producing agreements, notably with the their appeal to the highest court, a wise Tsawwassen First Nation. It recounts the move considering that pushing people establishment of the Ministry of Native from their homes would lead to violent Affairs by the Bill Vander Zalm govern- confrontations. ment in 1990, and the election the next Other referendum questions related to year of Mike Harcourt’s NDP, who re- preserving public access to Crown land versed the province’s historical legal po- for hunting, fishing and park use. All were sition and tried to accept the existence of endorsed. aboriginal title. The only new question asked if abAt this point the textbook departs from original self-government “should have the the facts and leads its freshman pupils into characteristics of local government, with left-wing dogma. powers delegated from Canada and British McGillivray writes: “When the Lib- Columbia.” eral Party won the 2001 election (with Arguably, that’s what has emerged from all but two seats), it launched a province- the Tsilhqot’in case, which upholds prowide referendum on treaty negotiations, vincial jurisdiction over public forest poliprompting commentators to suggest the cy on environmental and fire protection on government was ‘trying to impose 19th aboriginal title lands. century ideas on a 21st century problem.’” By 2009, frustrated with a lack of prog“Commentators” in the above quote is ress, due to Ottawa’s inaction as well as of course only one commentator, veteran inconsistent leadership from aboriginal lefty Vancouver columnist Stephen Hume. communities, the Campbell government This quote was indeed representative of tried to cut the knot. Its proposed Recogthe media consensus at the time. On TV, nition Act would have accepted a form of aboriginal leaders burned their ballots aboriginal title across the province, based while denouncing the referendum as rac- on 30 historical “indigenous nations.” ist and divisive. The public, and later uniThat idea originated not with the provversity students, were taught that Gordon ince but with the First Nations LeaderCampbell’s government was exploiting ship Council. It was rejected by a broader racism for political gain. group of aboriginal leaders later that year. In fact, this referendum was one of a The best way forward, also endorsed in long series of efforts to untangle the legal the 2002 referendum, is sharing land use knot left by Canada and B.C.’s failure to planning. B.C. has also begun sharing recomplete historical treaties after 1900. source revenues. Seven of the eight questions in the The most likely path, however, is back 2002 referendum were simply to confirm to court for years to come. the existing position of B.C. treaty negotiators. The purpose, then as now, was to <I>Tom Fletcher is legislature reBC VIEWS
Teresa Ladouceur “Yes. It would help bring the community together.”
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Canada must stay a leader in international sports By John Furlong SPECIAL TO THE OBSERVER
The books on the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games are now closed 11 years to the day the Games were awarded to Canada. Canadians can feel proud that the financial promises made back in 2003, in Prague, for a debt-free Olympics have been kept and the vision presented for Canada’s Games was delivered. We discovered the power of sport to unite and inspire and found that, through sport, patriotism and deep love of country can take on new dimensions. We discovered we could compete against the best in the world and hold our own and that standing on the podium felt good, and who can forget those recordbreaking 14 gold medals. We discovered we could organize and hold an international event at the highest level, with sound fiscal management. The final numbers are in on VANOC, and despite some predictions of doom and gloom, we finished in the black. We discovered too that if we invested in our athletes and great sporting facilities, that Canada could be a world leader in sport. Our innovative national investment in the Own The Podium program to prepare our athletes was the envy of countries everywhere.
While countries have recently walked away from Olympic bids, Vancouver is surely the example of what is possible. The Games operations were delivered for $1.85b of which about 90 per cent was private sector funded. Venues such as the Richmond Oval and Hillcrest are today operating at capacity with full community engagement. One goal of the 2010 Games was to build on their success for years to come. And that is happening. Canada will host the upcoming 2015 Pan Am Games in Toronto, an event that will bring thousands of the best summer sport athletes in the world to Canada. From June 6 to July 5 2015, Canada will also host the FIFA Women’s World Cup of soccer. As we were preparing for the 2010 Games, FIFA was watching — and awarding — this prestigious tournament to Canada. The tournament is expected to create an economic impact of $337-million across the country. And then there’s Vancouver’s latest attempt to attract a major international sporting tournament — the bid to secure the International Rugby Board Sevens World Series to Canada in 2016 and beyond. Canadians — and British Columbians in particular
— are already formidable forces in international sevens rugby. Our national men’s team is today ranked sixth in the world – our women third. We could be first. Rugby is also being introduced at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil. Canada will be fielding a team for Rio, so the Sevens is immensely important – a huge confidence builder and right on time. Let’s build further on our success in international sports We have the facilities, the capacity, the athletes and volunteers and we have the will to be as good as any country. And what’s more, we have the fans craving to play their part. At its best, sport is a democratic and social equalizer. By hosting the Pan Am Games, the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Canada Sevens and more, we will not just continue to be part of great global events, we will show yet again that our country understands the inspiring power of sport. -John Furlong was the CEO of the Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He is chairman of the board of Canada’s Own the Podium Program and co-chair of Vancouver’s bid for the International Rugby Board Sevens World Series in 2016.
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Bev Kauffeldt helps Nancy Writebol take inventory and, right, Richard Kyle, confers with other Good Samaritan workers on an isolation ward.
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Ford Motor Co. of Canada, through G.K. Hobson, the local dealer, arranged to show three films at the Rex, illustrating the enormous growth of the company. It was announced that his Excellency Governor General Baron Byng of Vimy, with Lady Byng, would pay an official onehour visit to Salmon Arm in August.
1934
A miscellaneous bridal shower was held at the home of Mrs. Frank Bomham when 35 friends gathered in honour of Mrs. Jennie Miller. Hostesses were Mrs. Bomham, Mrs. W. Belverstone, Mrs. A Hopkins and Miss Thistle Holiday. The staff of S.A.F.E Ltd. held their first picnic at Andy Colliers cottage at Pierre’s Point. The fact that Vic Nancollas was about to be married added to the festivities. Clarence Nelson took over the taxi service from Owen Hooper.
1944
At a joint meeting with the district council and two local doctors, the matter of arrangements for the care of patients who receive old-age pensions, mothers’ allowance, social assistance, etc. was discussed. LAC Arthur Moran, Pte. Lucy Hawley and LAC Billy Gooch were home on leave.
1954
Marilyn Cameron, candidate of Salmon Arm Rotary Club, was the winner in the Queen of the Shuswap contest staged in conjunction with the Shuswap Lake Regatta. Work on the Curling Club’s new building was about half completed, and the rink was expected to be ready for opening about November 1. Robert Scales was attending the Youth Leadership Training School in Naramata.
ic m e d i p e n a f o In the middle By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Bev Kauffeldt and her husband, Kendell, have witnessed many horrors during their service with Samaritan’s Purse in Liberia. In 2005, the couple arrived in the capital, Monrovia, where they learned about the atrocities and physical and emotional after-effects of a country that had undergone a bloody civil war. Now the couple and their employees are fighting to contain a deadly Ebola virus outbreak in Western Africa. The outbreak began in late March at Guekadou, Guinea, some 10 to 15 kilometres from the Liberian town of Foya where 145 of Samaritan’s Purse employees work. Kauffeldt, the daughter of Jacquie and Colin Mayes, says the first line of attack was to educate people about the painful, hemorrhagic disease that kills as many as 90 per cent of its victims. The infection is transmitted by direct contact with the blood, body fluids and tissues of infected animals or people. “We told them to wash hands and don’t eat fruit bats, as we’re pretty sure that’s where the virus started,” said Kauffeldt in a
Skype interview, noting people are also told not to touch anyone who has the disease or who has died from it. But deeply rooted burial traditions involve touching and washing the body and braiding hair – customs that are spreading the disease. “At the end of April, the numbers dropped in Liberia and we had almost no cases in a month,” Kauffeldt says, noting that about three weeks ago, the numbers in nearby Sierra Leone jumped. “Someone from Sierra Leone goes to a funeral in Guinea, comes back and it just keeps spreading,” says Kauffeldt of the Kgissi tribe that has members in all three countries. “The borders are non-existent in the jungle, so it’s easy to go back and forth.” While Samaritan’s Purse is not involved in hands-on care at the hospital in Foya, they are rehabilitating one of their wells to provide fresh water. Meanwhile, the number of cases in Monrovia began to climb after an infected family from Sierra Leone arrived in the capital city. “The numbers are changing hourly,” says Kauffeldt, describing ELWA (Eternal Love Winning Africa), the 100-acre
mission compound founded in the 1950s that houses staff and includes a hospital with a threeperson isolation unit. “One case died this morning and a 12-year-old boy seems to be getting better. We’re hoping and praying his next test will come back negative.” Kauffeldt says one of the problems they face is that the hospital in the compound is one of few in the country with an isolation unit. “It’s a multi-layer issue,” she says. “There’s a lack of government capacity. The ministry of health is doing all it can, but they finished a 14-year civil war a decade ago.” Samaritan’s Purse has formed a Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in an effort to fill in the gaps. They are providing protective gear and equipment and proper body bags where needed and working with Médecins Sans Frontières to get training in order to assume a greater role. And, what began as a kitchen and laundry for a new hospital being built in the compound is now being reconfigured to accommodate a 20-bed isolation unit – with the help of a Salmon Arm man. Hired on as assistant construction manager by Samari-
tan’s Purse, Richard Kyle has been in Monrovia for just over a month. A former carpenter on the maintenance staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Kyle says the kitchen and laundry building has been chosen as the isolation unit because of its proximity to the current hospital. The design, developed with the help of an epidemiologist, will accommodate 10 rooms on one side of the building for patients who are suspected of having Ebola and 10 on the other side for confirmed cases. “The design of the building is working really well,” says Kyle, who helped build a school/church in Liberia three years ago and felt the call to return. “We are just in the process of making sure we have places for doctors to don protective equipment, then go into wards and have separate spaces where they can decontaminate.” Being built in phases as money allows, the hospital will eventually hold 130 beds. “We have 450 great staff members; Kendell and I would be nowhere without them, says Kauffeldt, noting all but 10 are Liberians. “This is the first time Samaritan’s Purse has responded to a disease like Ebola.”
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Proposal hits the silver screen DESIGNER frame & lens By Roger Knox BLACK PRESS
The crowd at Enderby’s Starlight Drive-In Theatre got an extra bonus for the July 2 double feature. A marriage proposal. Tony Tomson and Stacey Lamont, who met online, were at the drive in for the fourth straight July 2. Like everybody else in their vehicles, they were there to see Tom Cruise star in Edge of Tomorrow, backed with 22 Jump Street. The couple had their first date at the Starlight – Lamont had never been to a drive-in, Tomson, a Salmon Arm native, had been to the Starlight many times – on July 2, 2011. Tomson took Lamont to see The Hangover 2 after a day at Salmon Arm’s Herald Provincial Park hiking to Margaret Falls and then dinner. Every July 2 since, Tomson and Lamont have recreated their first date with the night ending at the drive-in. “I knew I was going to do the proposal at the drive-in probably after our first year, when we went to the drive-in the second time, July 2, 2012,” said Tomson, 36, a computer technician. “I knew this is what I wanted to do.”
So, on July 2, the couple went back to Herald Park, had dinner in Salmon Arm, then drove to the southern outskirts of Enderby and settled in at the drive-in for the double feature. Tomson said he was very calm during the day, playing it cool. Lamont, 31, had no idea anything was going to happen. By the time they got to the drive-in, Tomson started getting excited. His biggest challenge? Keeping Lamont away from the concession. “She wanted to get popcorn before the trailers and I’m like, ‘No, no, let’s watch the trailers,’ and she’s going, “What? Why?’” laughed Tomson. “She started to figure something was going on. That’s when the proposal came up on the big screen.” Normally, the Starlight plays an old Britney Spears Pepsi commercial before launching into the trailers. This time, up on the big white screen, for all to see, was a picture of Lamont in her roller derby persona – Lumen, like light – and the question (well, actually a statement as there was an exclamation mark instead of a question mark): “Lumen #29... Will you marry me!” “It was left on screen
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Lindquist. “We’ve never done that before... The place went nuts.” Lindquist has said the drive-in would be delighted to have the couple hold their marriage at its facility, but Tomson said that decision will be up to Lamont. One thing is for certain... “We will be getting married on July 2,” said Tomson.
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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is great opportunity right at the start of the week to express yourself without barriers. This will make you feel liberated, but try not have arguments with family members as they are the ones who are offering you great compassion and support now. Work towards your professional goals and by the end of this week it will surely pay off for you!
an unexpected journey or expected news from your business partner or spouse. It will be exciting and will help you break free. This new view that you will be immersed in will help you analyze what is bothering you on a professional level. By the end of the week, you will reap the rewards of hard work at home and within your career.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Unexpected finances are on their way to you at the start of the week. Now that some of the financial issues are sorted, it will be time to figure out what is truly bothering you. There could be an argument with your business or romantic partner now which is basically allowing you to make the necessary changes to create more stability. The full moon this week will offer you some much needed clarity and optimism about your steps forward in your career and public life.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There will be news right at the start of the week that might shake you up a bit. It will help you break free from any stagnant energy within your work and daily life. Use this energy wisely, allow for a new perspective to emerge now. Make sure you discipline yourself accordingly to this new philosophy, to allow greater abundance and faith to emerge in your life.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Wow! Excitement, a break from the norm, and new friends will be highlighted this week. I would even say that your aspirations will start to pay off! There could be others jealous of you, don’t go there, and keep your finances and your personal worth intact. You know who you are and really that is all that matters. The end of the week will offer even greater financial rewards.
CLUES ACROSS 1. Iowa State town 5. Dip lightly into water 8. Doctors’ group 11. AKA red spinel 13. Actress Lupino 14. Camel or goat fabrics 15. TV delivery system 16. Chronicles (abbr.) 17. Bolivian river 18. Like a moss capsule stalk 20. Short 1st name for actor Bacon 21. Br. boarding school 22. Gorges 25. Guileless 30. More obstinate 31. Pair 32. Ablaze 33. Muffled 38. No seats available 41. More blackened 43. Proficiently skilled 45. Flat highlands 47. Hillside (Scot.) 49. Stricken 50. MN 55121 55. Sutter Cnty. City seat 56. In no way 57. V. Woolf playwright 59. Nev. Sen. Harry 60. Ingested 61. Nobel Prize winner Fritz 62. Make a mistake 63. Sirius Satellite Radio (abbr.) 64. Mama’s partner CLUES DOWN 1. Disney network
2. Oldest river (alt. sp.) 3. Dresden River 4. Preservative 5. Bargain 6. Stuck fast 7. Nouveau-riche 8. Plural of 14 down 9. Hand (Spanish) 10. 7th Hindu month 12. A large body of water 14. Assist in some wrongdoing 19. Run with a long stride 23. Volt-ampere 24. Oppenheimer’s bomb 25. Don’t know when yet 26. British Air Aces 27. C. Clay’s new surname 28. Norwegian monetary unit (abbr.) 29. Afternoon nap 34. Actress Thurman 35. ‘__ death do us part 36. Snakelike fish 37. Not wet 39. Eye membranes 40. Spotted wildcats 41. Wildebeest 42. Ascend 44. Headgear for a horse 45. Bura 46. Foremost position 47. Cowbarn (British) 48. One who feels regret 51. Express pleasure 52. Pleased 53. Swedish rock group 54. Requisite 58. Geological time See Today’s Answers inside
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If single, then this is your week for meeting a potential partner. There is an air of excitement to this week that is very promising for you. Now don’t get upset if things do not go as planned, there needs to be something shaken up in order for it to fall into place at the end of the week. Financial rewards, along with close partnerships, business or romantic, will be promising.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Lots of excitement going on for you on a professional level this week. This could have you feeling slightly uneasy; just take extra precautions when dealing with your projects and all will go well. You will need to discipline your fun time with your career this week. Great rewards will be bestowed on you this week. Stay true to yourself, greater advancement is close.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There will be a need for excitement this week. This will have you doing different activities that might take you away from home more often. Avoid arguments with family members if you can. Work towards your goals and allow for the input of female family members. By the end of the week, you will be see a powerful force and others will want to seek you out.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Right at the start of the week there is a great opportunity for you to travel and truly jump off the beaten path. Go out and meet new friends now, network more and this will allow a new perspective to emerge for you. To create more stability for yourself, take every opportunity to relax now. At the end of this week, if you are following your true path forward, greater comfort is expected.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Watch out who you are communicating with now. You will want to express yourself fully, but others might not be ready to hear the full truth now. Follow your own path and discipline yourself with your career now. There is definitely greater abundance coming into your life by the end of the week. This will be felt within your work, health, and your daily life will improve!
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): An unexpected financial boost is on its way within the first couple of days of this week. More support from loved ones will be highlighted and this will get you excited again. Try to address ongoing lessons by expressing your needs with others. . By the end of the week, greater rewards are to be given to those who are truly on their rightful path.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Expect some unexpected happenings at home that will require you to fork over a bit of money right at the start of the week. Make sure to consult the females within your household before you buy anything, as to avoid any unneeded arguments. By the end of the week, you will be the abundance and benefits to following your true path forward. Blessings are on the way!
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From Salmon Arm to Somalia Donation: Father and son outfit aircraft marshall. The kindness of a Salmon Arm family has travelled all the way to Somalia. Sean Paterson, an economist from Salmon Arm, has been working in Kismayo, Somalia as chief technical advisor for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). UNIDO has been working to complement stabilization efforts there now that the area has been cleared of militants and other armed opposition groups. On his first mission there in April, Paterson heard about aircraft marshall Mohamed Adan, who used his bare hands to direct planes, with no gloves or even a reflector jacket. Adan was often in danger, especially in foggy conditions during the rainy season when visibility was so low that he had to be careful not to get hit by the planes he was directing. Back at home, Paterson told his 14-year old son Noah about the man’s predicament and they decided to do something about it. They bought a reflector jacket, a pair of reflector gloves and painted wood to make two luminous red reflector sticks. Sean presented the kit to Adan upon his return to the southern port city in Somalia. The kindness of the Canadian father-son duo caught the attention of Somalian journalist, Guled Mohamed, who wrote about their actions. He sent his story to the Observer. The journalist wrote that Adan was elated when he received the gifts. “I cannot explain how I feel because I have never received a present in my life,” Adan told the journalist. “It is so kind of them to remember me thousands of miles away and bring me these gifts. I have worked at this airport for the last 23 years under very
Presentation: Sean Paterson presents a safety kit to aircraft marshall Mohamed Adan as airport management looks on. (Right) Adan with some of his new gear. hard and tough moments under 17 different administrations. The only thing that makes me happy is that this administration in control now wants to bring change and development and that is what keeps me going.” Pilots flying into Kismayo noticed the change immediately when Adan started using the kit, writes journalist Mohamed. “I noticed a difference with Adan today,” said one pilot. “I clearly saw the reflector sticks and his jacket and I was actually wondering whether it was him.” Paterson said his family is happy to help in whatever way possible. “The 35 Canadian dollars and the time we spent in making him the reflector sticks is really nothing compared to the feeling of doing something good or helping improve someone’s life or work,” Paterson told the journalist. Kismayo is a southern port
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Thank you from CMHA Shuswap/ Revelstoke Ride Don’t Hide We would like to give an enormous thank you to the many people who came out to support the Shuswap/Revelstoke Ride Don’t Hide on June 22nd 2014. Without your dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment, this would not have been possible.
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Nationally, this was the largest Ride Don’t Hide yet. Last year we saw close to 2,200 riders from 14 communities. This year, 3,519 riders from 20 communities in four different provinces came together to celebrate mental health and raise close to $700,000 of our $761,000 goal. Ride Don’t Hide’s growth, year after year, shows the shifting public view towards mental illness and the growing awareness that mental health programs are essential to a healthy society. Thank you for being a part of that change. Thank you to all our riders, donors, sponsors and volunteers for an amazing Ride Don’t Hide 2014, and we can’t wait to see you June 21, 2015 for the next Ride Don’t Hide!
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Free fill: This Tesla is one of the few electric cars that have been powered up for free at Okanagan College’s Salmon Arm campus. campuses is $8 for a four-hour charge, says Kershaw, who expresses the desire to “have a chat” with the City of Salmon Arm regarding parking options. Kershaw says Kelowna recharging stations have been used quite frequently by local residents because it’s quicker than plugging in at home for an average 12-hour charge. He says the intent was that the college campus charging stations would be used while people were either in classes or meetings. “We’re hoping to get the word out,” he said. Christine Ulmer, Okanagan College marketing and communications manager, said the school is expected to be ahead of the curve on electric cars. “We’ve seen this with other initiatives that we’ve undertaken, when we start maybe a
little bit earlier than the general trends among the population, then people catch up,” she said. John Stonier of the Vancouver Electric Vehicle Association said there needs to be a critical mass of public charging stations before the cars gain more widespread acceptance. “There’s a huge marketing opportunity right now, and it’s bigger than free WiFi in hotels ever was, and it’s to make sure that every bed-and-breakfast and every hotel in your tourism destination has a charging outlet,” he said, calling for more public terminals. But the head of the B.C. branch of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation has a different view. He thinks building such infrastructure should be left to the private sector. “We’re big believ-
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ers in the free market, and if there’s a market for electricity to power cars, every gas station in the province would be jumping on it,” said Jordan Bateman. “But instead, you have government first of all subsidizing electric car purchases… and then giving them free power and free charging,” he continued. “They’re really trying to create a market where none exists.” -With files from Joe Fries, Penticton Western News.
• The Observer • EZ Rock • The HUB International • Richard Morton Photography • Trail Heads Cycle and Ski • Tim Horton’s • McDonalds • Guest Speakers – Mayor Nancy Cooper, Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo, Blane Ready Shoppers Drug Mart and Joanell Clarke CMHA Board • Fitness warm up crew (Karen Wilson and Madeleine Eames) • EmCee – John Wilson • Volunteers (CMHA board, CMHA clubhouse and community volunteers) • And to our 102 Riders on the day who helped to raise over $10,000.00 to support local community mental health programs
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Some drivers are getting a charge without charge at Okanagan College’s Salmon Arm campus. But the numbers are not great. In the past year, the two charging stations for electric cars have had a total of 17 hours of connection time in eight visits. In April 2013, the college powered up 10 charging stations – four in Kelowna, two in Salmon Arm, two in Vernon and two in Penticton. A provincial incentive through post-secondary institutions, Victoria coughed up $2.7 million from the Community Charging Infrastructure Fund. The schools picked up the remaining one-third of the costs. According to data provided by the Ministry of Environment, there have been 30,700 charging sessions at 330 stations in the first year of operation. The charging centres on Okanagan College campuses have not been so popular, with only the Kelowna stations having 28 visits in the past year. “It seems to be that people from farther afield know more about the charging station than Salmon Arm,” says Graham Kershaw, Okanagan College parking and property services manager. “The very first time it was used, a fella was going from Vancouver to Calgary and… lo and behold, out of the blue one evening, he showed up in a Tesla.” Kershaw believes the low numbers for the Salmon Arm station are a result of a lack of advertising. “What is so distinct about Salmon Arm is, it’s the only one with no fees attached,” Kershaw says, noting the college’s portion of the bill to install the stations was about $1,000. “If I had my way I would apply a charge. At all the others, pay parking is in effect.” The cost at other
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Ames recognized for heroic past Service: Veteran recognized with one of the legion’s highest honours. By Erin Knutson BLACK PRESS
Distinguished war veteran Alfred Ames was awarded the prestigious MSM (Meritorious Service Medal) by the Royal Canadian Legion at a veteran’s lunch hosted by Branch 71 president Ken Carlow and members on Monday, June 16. Ames, a former mayor of Salmon Arm, is a long-standing member of Salmon Arm’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62. He now resides in Invermere. The award is considered to be one of the highest honours that can be granted a member and is officially approved by the Dominion Ritual and Awards Committee. “He has been my mentor and my friend for over a decade, and it’s fair to say that Branch 62 would not have survived without the service and dedication of fellow comrade and legionnaire Alf Ames,” commented Salmon Arm Branch 62 president, Henry Butters, in a statement. Ames was formally acknowledged by peers and supporters for a lifetime of outstanding devotion to his community and for “going above and beyond the call of duty” to the legion he so proudly served and continues to serve. Ames’ distinguished career has taken place over a period spanning 76 years. Born in Birmingham, England, on July 14, 1924, the widower of Olga Ames, his marriage partner of 65 years, and father of Howard Ames and Shelley Hop-
kins, fought bravely in the Second World War. Ames was one of the 24,000 British, U.S., and Canadian Allied soldiers who landed on the coast of Normandy on D-Day. “My father was committed to our family and set aside time from his work and community service for us. He had clear views of right and wrong, and always emphasized doing the right thing. He often said that you have no right to complain about someHe has been my mentor and my friend for over a decade, and it’s fair to say that Branch 62 would not have survived without the service and dedication of fellow comrade and legionnaire Alf Ames.
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thing if you are not willing to change it,” said his daughter, Shelley Hopkins. Ames served as a military driver for the colonel finance officer in Germany for a period of two years after being wounded during the conflict in Falaise Gap, one of two injuries he sustained while on duty in France. “He encouraged taking a stand for your beliefs — he showed his beliefs through his actions. He was a steady, quiet, kind and very giving man,” said Hopkins of her father. Awarded the Over-
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Rugby excellence Six rugby players from Salmon Arm were picked to represent Team Okanagan at the Provincial Regional Championship last week. Bryce Hicks, Nick Chesney, Jagr Chesney, Matt Bacon, Jake McIntyre-Paul and Nathan Gollan, who all played for the Salmon Arm Golds, were chosen to play for the U18 team after attending tryouts in Kelowna in early June. They managed to place seventh overall at the championships, which were held in Vancouver on July 4 to 6. Gollan was also invited to attend a training camp for the U17 Provincial Rugby Team in Vancouver from July 14 to 18.
Joining the Heat Salmon Arm’s Haylie Gibb has committed to the Okanagan Heat’s women’s basketball squad beginning in the 2014-15 season. A former Jewel, Gibb was a provincial championship First Team All-Star.
SilverBacks begin Sept. 2 While the puck drops in early September for the Salmon Arm SilverBacks’ exhibition games, the regular season will start two weeks later than past years. The ’Backs will play the following home games at the Shaw Centre in Salmon Arm: • Prince George Spruce Kings, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m., • Vernon Vipers, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m., • West Kelowna Warriors, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. Away games: • Vernon Vipers, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m., • Prince George (@100 Mile) Sept. 9 at 7 p.m., • West Kelowna Warriors, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. Games that count begin on Sept. 19 at the Bauer BCHL Showcase. The remainder of the regular season commences the next weekend, with many teams having home openers on Sept. 26 or 27. Each team will play 28 home dates and 28 games on the road. With the two games at the Showcase, it’s a 58-game season.
Soccer, European-style Shuswap Youth Soccer Association encourages players who want to take Summer Soccer Camp led by Coach Saibo Talic, July 21 to 25. Boys and girls U8-U13 (born 2006-2001) go 9 to 11 a.m.; U14 to U18 (born 2000 to 1996) go 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dependent on registration numbers, some divisions may be moved to the later session to provide better instruction for the players. To register, go to www.shuswapsoccer. com. Have a sports event? Write to us at:
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Mountain bikers tame trails Enduro: Local boys tackle tough terrain to place well in races.
By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF
Two Salmon Arm mountain bikers have been hitting the trails hard and it’s been paying off. Patrick Ladyman and Max Scharf headed to Vancouver on June 7 and 8 to compete in the North Shore Mountain Bike Enduro Race. Scharf biked into first place while Ladyman followed closely with a third-place win, both in the U19 Men category. The race consisted of two days of various stages with timed descents. Over the course of two days, the boys covered 39 kilometres of trails. Having to contend with crashes and damaged equipment on the steep, rocky descents and generally demanding terrain, the local racers were pleased to end up on the podium. Ladyman and Scharf have both been biking since they were young boys, but only recently began racing, both
of them drawn to the competitive nature of the sport. “I’ve always been pretty competitive,” Scharf says. One of their favourite parts about hopping on their bikes and taking off full-speed is checking out new areas. “You get to go to new places and see new trails,” said Scharf, who also notes that’s what makes the sport challenging. “When you’re racing enduro, you’ve got to make sure you ride smart,” said Scharf. “There’s that whole mental aspect, you have to stay calm and focused, you really have to push yourself.” Ladyman and Scharf have both sampled the taste of victory before the race in June, winning various events, and they both plan on continuing their biking careers. “I want to do it as long as I can, it’d be cool to make a career out of it,” said Scharf. “I want to keep doing it until it’s not fun anymore.”
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Going for speed: Max Scharf, right, and Patrick Ladyman, left, both from Salmon Arm, placed first and third in the U19 category at the North Shore Mountain Bike Enduro race in June. Several other local racers have also placed well in recent races. Ladyman agrees. “I’ll probably bike until my knees don’t work anymore,” he says. Both mountain bikers have been competing in the BC Cup Downhill Mountain Biking Race Series, and have placed well so far.
Scharf was second in Kamloops at the Race The Ranch event in the U19 Expert category on May 31, and landed the fifth overall time of the day. Ladyman came in 10th place in the same category. Three other local boys also placed well
in the Race the Ranch event. Nelson Kleer came in 19th in the U17 Sports Men category and Mitch Corless placed eighth in the Junior Sport Men category. Jacob Fagrie was 12th in the U19 Provincial Men category.
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Chosen: Silver Creek royalty to compete in world’s largest event. all in Falkland in both pole bending and barrel racing. Alysha Pastor is preShe’s been riding paring for double rodeo horses since she was duty. six, but Pastor has only The 17-year-old Sil- been competing in rover Creek resident, deo for three years. who lives “two doors The provincial finals away from Falkland” in Falkland were her and attended Grade 11 first, as was competing classes at Armstrong’s in the queen competiPleasant Valley Second- tion. ary School, will com“It was all very cool,” pete inside the arena in said Pastor. barrel racing and pole With the exception of bending, along with a brother who doesn’t about 250 other girls, compete in rodeos, this at the upcoming 66th season has been someannual National High what of a family affair School Finals Rodeo for Pastor. July 13-19 in Rock While she does have Springs, Wyo. her N driver’s licence, Outside the arena, as Pastor’s parents, Lyle the current B.C. High and Michelle, do the School Rodeo Queen, driving to and from roPastor will also compete deos, and help with the in Wyoming against 50 financial end of things. others for the title of Pastor qualified as National High School a competitor for the Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) national finals by usQueen. ing her sister Brianna’s “There are about 80 horse, Meg, as her own girl competitors in the horse – Bailey – was province and only the down and unable to top-12 make it to the compete. B.C. finals,” said PasShe’ll be atop Meg in tor. “Top-five go to the Wyoming. Canadians and the top“My family has been four go to the nationals super supportive,” said (Wyoming).” Pastor. “They’ve helped Pastor was chosen me with the entry fees, provincial high school grain fees, stall fees. queen at the B.C. High They help me when I School Rodeo Finals in practise, they coach me. Falkland, with Williams They’re always there Lake’s Kaylee Billyboy for me.” selected as princess. To prepare for the Pastor qualified for Wy- national finals rodeo, oming as a competitor Pastor practises barrel by placing second over- racing and pole bending
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Representing BC: Silver Creek’s Alysha Pastor, 17, is the new B.C. High School Rodeo Queen. She has qualified to compete in the queen competition, along with barrel racing and pole bending, at July’s National High School Finals Rodeo in Wyoming. prepared speech and some modelling.” The National High School Finals Rodeo will feature more than 1,500 contestants from 42 states, five Canadian provinces and Australia. It is the world’s largest rodeo with competitors vying for more than $200,000 in prizes and more than $350,000 in college scholarships. To win an NHSFR national championship buckle, athletes must finish in the top-20 based on their combined time/scores in the first two rounds to ad-
Talent galore at hockey school The Salmon Arm Hockey School is ready to begin its 35th year of operation this summer at Shaw Centre. Various programs are being offered from beginners to elite hockey players. Included this year will be the Goaltending School instructed by Chad Carder out of West Kelowna. Carder will be assisted by former Salmon Arm SilverBack goaltender Adam Clark, along with other local instructors. The Defencemen School will be under the direction of Ryan Marsh. Marsh co-
coached the University of Alberta Golden Bears to the national championship this year. Marsh, former WHL allstar defenceman with the TriCity Americans, returns for his 10th year as head instructor. He will be joined by former allstar SilverBack and current University of Michigan Tech defenceman, Shane Hanna. Also instructing at the defencemen camp will be Brad Fox, head coach of the Chase Heat and Chase Hockey Academy. Aaron Konescni, perhaps recognized as one of the premier instruc-
tors in the area of power skating and puck handling skills, will lead the Elite Groups for the 10th year at Shaw. Cleve Kinley, former AHL defencemen with Grand Rapids and current instructor at Pursuit of Excellence, will join Sandy Moger, head of hockey operations in Vernon Minor, in the Skate and Skills week starting on Aug. 18th. Nina Hrycewich will handle the power skating sessions the week of Aug. 25. Other notable Junior A, B and college instructors will round out the staff.
Local players are encouraged to register as soon as possible. The annual Pro-Am Scholarship game is slated for Aug. 12. Curtis Lazar, 2013 first-round draft pick of the Ottawa Senators, Toronto Maple Leaf defenceman Cody Franson and Washington Capitals forward Aaron Volpatti are expected to be in the Pro-Am line up. More players will be announced closer to game day. Contact the hockey school office at 250-832-4511 for more information.
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at home, or five minutes away at neighbours’ properties that are larger. As for preparing for the queen competition, Pastor will mirror what she did in Falkland. “I have to do a horsemanship pattern on my horse and a panel interview with about five people who ask questions on the spot,” said Pastor. “I’m judged on personality and appearance and there’s an association rule book so I have to study it and do a written test on it. Plus, I have to do a two-minute
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Double win in Vernon Champ: Langford takes two in mixed and men’s. It was a great weekend for Salmon Arm. Jeremy Bell’s regular doubles partner, West Martin-Patterson of Salmon Arm, was too busy to play, so Salmon Arm’s Bob Langford stepped in as a replacement. The combination worked beautifully as Langford and Vernon’s Bell claimed the men’s A doubles title in the 88th Hankey Cup Doubles Tennis Championships Sunday night at the Kalamalka Country Club in Vernon. About 80 participants came from Calgary, central B.C., and the Okanagan, entertaining spectators with high-calibre tennis. Bell and Langford stopped Ken Cheung and Brandon Fung of Kelowna 6-5, 2-6, 10-6 (tiebreaker) in the finals. Cheung and Fung played a match in the ITF Futures tournament in Kelowna the previous day. For the 44-year-old Bell, it was his second straight Hankey Cup victory after a few years of tough luck in the event. “While it was disappointing that my regular doubles partner, West Martin-Patterson (of Salmon Arm), couldn’t play due to family commitments on Saturday, it was fun to team up with Bob Langford who I met in the early 1990s in Vancouver,” said Bell. “Bob is a great guy and a solid doubles partner who gets the job done. He stays level-headed and is particularly strong mid-
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winning ways, taking two titles in doubles, men’s and mixed, at Vernon’s 88th Hankey Cup Doubles Tennis Championships on Sunday. court. All of our matches were enjoyable with some competitive teams pushing us to play our best.” It was a big double weekend for Langford, who also won the mixed A doubles, teaming with Kelowna’s Eva Koksalova and defeating Rosie and Joe Schaich of Kelowna 8-2 (pro set scoring) for the championship. In the ladies’ B doubles, Loree Boyd and Deedee Shattock of Salmon Arm iced Lea Poirier and Diana Kerr of Kamloops, 6-5, 6-4 in the final. In one of the semis, Vernon’s Barb Klopfenstein and Diana Anderson lost 6-3, 6-1 to Boyd
and Shattock. In the men’s B doubles finals, the Kal Country Club veteran twosome of Ralph Stevens and Shane Valouch brushed back Vernon’s Joe McFadden and Joe Groves 6-3, 6-4. Stevens and Valouch have pocketed this crown twice. Salmon Arm’s Malcolm Shattock and Steve Bradwell from also played in men’s B doubles, losing in the semi-finals to the eventual winners from Vernon. Doug Ross of Salmon Arm played in men’s A doubles. He didn’t get through to the semi finals but played well nonetheless.
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an Tyson is singing new songs with a new voice. Canada’s iconic singer and songwriter celebrated his 80th birthday in September 2013 and the complete recovery of his voice following surgery to remove polyps from his vocal cords. “I think one of reasons I wanted to get him is his voice is back... He’s one of the great voices of our time,” says Roots and Blues Festival artistic director Peter North. “What continues to impress me about Ian is, I don’t know any artist other than Bob Dylan who writes all the time and matches anything he’s done at this age.”
North says Tyson has put out five records of new material since 2000. “A lot of his peers rely on a back catalogue of their hits, which I understand,” he says, calling Tyson, an avid reader, a walking encyclopedia of North American history. North maintains there are only a handful of writers, artists, composers and singers who could be included in the “same category of greatness.” As a songwriter, Tyson’s songbook has been mined by his peers for half a century and the still-expanding songbook will be his lasting legacy. Four Strong Winds alone has been recorded by a remarkable cast of artists that includes Neil Young, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Judy Collins, Bob Dylan, Marianne Faithful and Blue Rodeo. Suzy Bogguss, Jennifer Warnes, Nanci Griffth, David Bromberg, Tom Russell, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, and The McDades are just a few of the artists who have recorded other Tyson-penned gems including Someday Soon and Summer Wages. As well as releasing five albums in the first dozen years of the 21st century, Tyson has filmed a music documentary that earned two international
film and television awards, and issued This is My Sky, a two-DVD concert video. Two years ago, he penned an autobiography, The Long Trail: My Life in the West, which has sold 30,000 copies and continues to be a best-seller. He continues to be honoured for his achievements. After numerous Canadian Country Music Awards, membership in the Juno Awards Hall of Fame, he has three honorary doctorates, and is proudly a member of the Order of Canada. In 2006, Four Strong Winds was chosen Canada’s No. 1 song of the 20th century by CBC listeners. And the songs and stories keep coming, as true as a wellworn saddle. “Musically Ian has big ears; he’s always listening to new artists,” says North of Tyson’s continuing reinvention of himself. “In a couple of tunes he injected reggae beats into a cowboy song. Who else could get away with that?” There’s much more to Tyson
than writing and singing. There’s the ranch south of Calgary, in the foothills of the Rockies, with fences to mend, quarter horses to train, cattle to move, land to conserve. And, there are concert stages – across Canada and the U.S. – in any given year another 30 or 40 cities, including headlining at the 22nd Annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival Saturday, Aug. 16. Volunteers will be able to hear Tyson and the rest of the festival’s stellar slate of performers for free if they put in time in a variety of capacities prior to and after the festival. Other volunteer opportunities exist during the festival – parking, camping, raffle sales or acting as ambassadors. To volunteer, visit rootsandblues. ca/volunteers or call Skye at 250833-4096.
Tall in the saddle: A master of music and ranching, Ian Tyson is in full voice following surgery to remove polyps from his vocal cords.
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Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 WOW – Wednesday on the Wharf features the oldtime bluegrass/folk/jug band music of Seal Skull Hammer at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Admission is by donation. Take a chair or blanket.
FRIDAY JULY 11 LUNCH BOX STAGE – Nice Verdes performs their danceable, uplifting music,
blending the traditional with original compositions to create their own world fusion at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
CRYSTAL BOWLS – Spirit Quest Books hosts a Full Moon Crystal Bowl
Meditation from 7 to 9 p.m. Limited seating, call 250-804-0392 to register. Take yoga mat or collapsible chair and water bottle.
SATURDAY, JULY 12 SHOW & SHINE – The 10th Annual Harbour Front Cruise Show and Shine
takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marine Park. Free admission. For more information, call Lou Toop at 250-675-5091.
SUNDAY, JULY 13 LOOK BACK – R.J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum celebrates Pioneer
Day from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with pancake breakfast, games, pie eating contest, wagon rides, barbecue lunch, pioneer demonstrations, musical entertainment and more. For more information, call 250-832-5243.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 WOW – Wednesday on the Wharf features The Elk Tribe, who perform
their own brand of modern folk at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Admission is by donation. Take a chair or blanket.
QUESTERS – The Shuswap branch of the Canadian Society of Questers
presents Bust Free From Fear and Manifest Your Dreams, with Tammra Broughton, who has 20 years of experience in the holistic health field, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the library at the Downtown Activity Centre. For information, call Tyhson at 250-835-8236.
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– Young Running, a Toronto-based indie roots/folk band performs at the Wicked Spoon at 8 p.m. Admission is by donation.
THURSDAY, JULY 17 PIE COMPANY – Dominique Fricot and Hilary Grist stop at the Shuswap Pie
Company on their Western Canada Dual Album Release tour at 5 p.m. Admission is by donation.
PLAZA JAZZ – Willy Gaw and Friends perform at Jazz @ the Plaza at 7 p.m.
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Mr. Punch pays a visit Caravan: Play gives new twist to age-old tradition.
By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
From 15th century Italy to Armstrong comes Mr. Punch, just in time for Caravan Farm Theatre’s summer production of The Tragical Comedy of Punch and Judy. Descended from the Italian clown featured in the Commedia Dell’ Arte medieval tradition, Pulcinella showed up in England at the wedding festivities of Charles II in 1662. Mr. Punch was popular with British puppeteers, who used the new “wooden star” to comment on the politics of the day. Punch then morphed into a hand puppet featured in little street-corner stages and acquired a wife named Judy. At Caravan, the narrator, in the form of the Devil, introduces the audience to the show and the Punch and Judy tradition with a traditional puppet show. But the Punch and Judy puppets become actors, with both puppets and live actors interacting throughout the play. “The focus is on Mr. Punch, the ultimate trickster,” says Caravan Farm Theatre artistic di-
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Puppet power: Caravan Farm staff work with one of the puppets featured in this year’s summer show. rector Courtenay Dobbie. “He misbehaves; he likes playing tricks and jokes.” But a rebellion is brewing. Judy decides she wants out of the Punch and Judy show. She’s tired of her husband’s misbehaviour, the show and how classless it all is, says Dobbie. “She wants to do something more beautiful, and she’s fallen for an actor in another show, the beguiling Oedipus Rex.” Judy follows her dreams, leaving Mr. Punch for her newfound love. “For the first time, Mr. Punch feels something, so he goes on this journey to becoming a full human being,” Dobbie says. “In order
to win Judy back, he has to learn kindness and compassion towards others.” In his journey, Mr. Punch has to perform his version of Oedipus Rex. This play within a play is called The Stabbed Eyeball – a Rock Opera. Dobbie describes The Tragical Comedy of Punch and Judy as a huge spectacle, complete with live actors, hand puppets and other epic puppets. Backstage the design team has been hard at work but loving every minute, with set design by Marshall McMahen, costume design by Carmen Allatorre, puppet and mask design by Catherine Hahn and lighting design by Stephan Bircher. “Three huge puppets
float 20 feet in the air, one of them a big snake, a serpent from the tree of life,” Dobbie says, noting a live, upbeat band provides accompaniment. The play was written by successful, young Victoria playwright Jacob Richmond, with music created by wellknown musician, illustrator and writer Hank Pine, also of Victoria. Dobbie is directing the play with former Caravan artistic director Jennifer Brewin, who is back on the farm to lend a hand. The cast of the Tragical Comedy of Punch and Judy includes some veterans – Toronto’s Paul Braunstein as Mr. Punch and Colin Doyle, also of Toronto, as the Devil. Judy is played by Vancouver’s Sarah May Redmond and Calgary’s Chris Hunt is back, this time as Mr. Scaramouche. “It’s a special piece and we’re all really excited about it. This one has such great visual treats for the children,” Dobbie says. The show runs rain or shine at 7:30 p.m. from July 22 to Aug. 24. Tickets are available at www.ticketseller.ca or toll free at 1-866-3111011.
FRIDAY, JULY 18 LUNCH BOX – Gigi and the Gigolos perform on-stage at 12:30 p.m. at the
Ross Street Plaza.
SATURDAY, JULY 19 WILD WEST – Rotary International and R.J. Haney Heritage Village and
Museum present The Wild West Family Fun Raiser, with all proceeds going to Rotary’s Kenya Lunch Program and the Ecuador Dental Mission. The event takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. at Haney and features a petting zoo, midway games, a magic show, wild west barbecue, live music, wine and cheese. Children are admitted free of charge, adult tickets are $25. For more information, contact James Johnson at 250-3093065.
MONDAY, JULY 21 SONGS OF HOPE – The African Children’s Choir performs at 7 p.m. at the Shuswap Community Church at 3151 Sixth Ave. NE.
WICKED SPOON – The Good Ol’ Goats perform at 7:30 at the restaurant.
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Historic village: R. J. Haney Heritage Village general manager Susan Mackie is looking forward to Pioneer Day coming up on Sunday, July 13 at the park. come to make a special pioneer craft, colour and have their face painted. The whole family will enjoy the old fashioned midway with games of chance and skill. Young competitors can enter the cupcake eating contest and explore the Village on a special pioneer scavenger hunt. Stroll the Village and enjoy displays and demonstrations by the Shuswap Spinners and Weavers, Shuswap Needle Arts Guild, Shuswap Quilters and Pioneer Collectors’ Club that will provide wagon rides. View a pioneer
gun collection, antique radio collection and watch an apprentice blacksmith work in the Blacksmith Shop. Shop for treasures at the Storyteller Antique Store and browse the collectors and vendors that will have booths set up in the village. Gate admission is $6 for adults and $4 for children ages five to 13. Children under four years of age are admitted free. For more information, call 250-8325243, visit Haney’s website at www.salmonarmmuseum.org, or friend them at facebook.com/ Haneyheritage.
Shuswap Rowing & Paddling (SARP) The Shuswap Association for Rowing & Paddling wishes to express their appreciation and thank you to the following Volunteers, participating Canoe Clubs and Dragon Boat Teams, Sponsors, Supporters and Media who contributed in so many ways to the success of the 2014 Shuswap Dragon Boat & Outrigger Canoe Festival at Marine Park on June 21 & 22, 2014.
Sponsors: City of Salmon Arm SASCU Credit Union Copper Island Diving OKAPED Bottom Savvy Eco-Friendly Diapering Prestige Harbourfront Resort Media: Salmon Arm Observer Friday AM Lakeshore News CKVS Voice of the Shuswap 93.7 FM CKXR EZ Radio 91.5 FM Westcor Media Caleb Espinoza Supporters: Barley Station Brewpub Blue Canoe Bakery Cafe Browne Johnson Land Surveyors Brushstrokes Signs and Awnings Columbia Shuswap Regional District DeMille’s Farm Market Paul & Tracy Downie Grass Root Dairies H204U Jacobson Ford Kal Tire
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Safety: Royal Canadian Marine Search & Rescue Graham Casselman Outrigger Canoe Teams: Calgary Canoe Club Delta Outrigger Kanu Association Kelowna Outrigger Racing Canoe Club Leduc Boat Club Pacific Reach Paddling Club Penticton Racing Canoe Club Shuswap Association for Rowing & Paddling Vernon Paddling Centre Wailua Outrigger Canoe Club Dragon Boat Teams: Buoyant Buddies - Vernon Bust’n Loose - Kelowna Dam Survivors - Revelstoke Dragonize - Salmon Arm Dragon Tao - Salmon Arm Friends Abreast - Salmon Arm GT Racers - Tappen KDBC High Frequency - Kelowna Pink Piston Paddlers - Salmon Arm Poseidon’s Fury - Vernon Sudden Impact Blue - Chilliwack
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R.J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum hosts Pioneer Day for the whole family from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 13. “Join the celebration and explore Salmon Arm’s rich history,” invites general manager Susan Mackie. “Enjoy games, a pancake breakfast, the fifth annual pie eating contest, wagon rides, barbecue lunch, pioneer demonstrations, musical entertainment and more.” The day starts with a $6 pioneer pancake breakfast served from Marjorie’s Tea Room until 11 a.m. A barbecue lunch starts at 11:30 at the outdoor kitchen, with popcorn, ice cream or desserts in the tea room. Sway to the music of The Cliff Jumpers. Formed in 2012, the band brings the hot sounds of old New Orleans jazz to the Shuswap. The group plays variety of jazz and blues that is guaranteed to “get those toes tapping.” Mackie is calling all pie eaters to vie for the title and prize in the Fifth Annual Pie Eating Contest sponsored by the Shuswap Pie Company. Registration is free and can be done at Pioneer Day or by calling the village at 250832-5243. Visit the Kid’s Corner and enjoy the petting zoo sponsored by the 4-H Club. Kids are wel-
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Singing for better future by barb brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
For 30 years, some of Africa’s neediest children have been singing for hope of a better feature. Members of the African Children’s Choir, children ages nine to 11, embark on international tours to raise money for their education and the education of other African children. The choir was born in the midst of Uganda’s bloody civil war in 1984 when human rights activist Ray Barnett realized the enormity of helping thousands of abandoned, starving orphans. Inspired by the singing of one small boy, the first African Children’s Choir was formed to show that Africa’s most vulnerable children have beauty, dignity and unlimited ability. The first tour to North America was a grand success, raising enough money to provide for the children’s support and education and construction of an orphanage in Kampala, where a second choir was formed. Now on its 41st tour,
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Joyful noise: From poverty to the stage, members of the African Children’s Choir tour the world with hope for a better life. tour leader Nate Longstaff says that, under the aegis of Music For Life, the talented choirs continue to thrive. “The children are selected on the basis of need,” he says. “The organization has scouts that make house visits in slums and villages to see whether they have a genuine desire to progress out of poverty.” The children audition and the ones that are better at singing and dancing become part of the choir. “Music For Life sends them out demonstrating the huge hope and potential of Africa and the children of Africa,” says Longstaff, noting education is the building block that allows the children to
climb out of poverty. He says the organization has expanded to other African countries, providing relief, clean water, sanitation and education. “They are the ambassadors for their brothers and sisters back in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and South Sudan,” Longstaff says, noting, as always, the choir that appears in Salmon Arm on July 21 is looking to raise funds and secure sponsorships. “It’s wonderful to see the kids come out of their shells. Coming out of their circumstances of poverty, they’re very cautious, tentative and shy,” he says, noting the love and care the
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children receive on tour transforms their lives. “They share what they want to be when they grow up – lawyers, judges,” he says. “It’s incredible to think kids from their background can have genuine hope when they have nothing.” Longstaff says the choir has changed his perspective on life – and often does so for the audience members. “People have been moved to tears,” he says. “People do not go home the same; the hope and enthusiasm given off by these children is transforming.” Sharing the children’s delight in their new adventure, Longstaff says they are well cared for by a very capable team. “We have two chaperones with this choir that were choir kids themselves,” he says. “They say, ‘that was us then and this is us now; this is how the choir transformed our lives.’” The African Children’s Choir sings out at 7 p.m. at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 Sixth Ave. NW. Admission is free but donations will be welcome.
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HISLOP, GRACE HELENA Grace Helena Hislop (nee Fisher), aged 88, died peacefully August 6, 2013. Cause of death was a stroke. Grace was born June 1, 1925 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada to the late Clifford and Rosa Fisher, both from Kensington, England. She was married to the late Richard (Dick) Hamilton Hislop (deceased April 14, 2005), from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with whom she travelled the world until they retired in Burley, England. Grace was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, gracious hostess, and warmhearted neighbour. She kept her well known sense of humor until the end. She is survived by sons Richard (Pegg) of Chicago, John (Barbie) of Burley, David (Debbie) of Surrey, daughter Barbara (George) of Burley, sister-in-law Maxine Fisher, nephews Ron, Lorne, and Ken Fisher, niece Jane Fisher, 13 nieces and nephews and twelve grandchildren. A memorial service for Grace and Richard Hislop will be held Saturday July 26th at 2:00 pm at the Eagle Bay Community Church at Eagle Bay. Family and friends are welcome to join the memorial service. Online condolences may be sent to Grace’s obituary at www/bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, B.C.
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NESSETH (FAIRCLOUGH), DEBORAH MAE SEPT. 17, 1954 - SUNDAY, JUNE 29, 2014 AT THE AGE OF 59 It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Deb Nesseth announce her peaceful passing surrounded by family at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in the early morning hours of Sunday, 29 June. Deb will be forever loved and missed by husband Arne, daughter Jennifer, step-daughter Niki and step-son Jason, sister Suzanne and brother Kevin, half-sister Gail, dearest friends Kay and Tracy, faithful dog Shiloh, as well as many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews,. The family wishes to thank Dr. Juliann Aitchison, MJ from Community Care, and the staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their support and care during Deb’s courageous, brief, and fierce battle with cancer. There will be no formal service at Deb’s request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shuswap Family Resource and Referral Society. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, 250 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Deb’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
IT WILL GO ON LINE! BRETON, GLORIA (DARLENE) STADFELD It is with deep sadness that we must announce the peaceful passing of Gloria (Darlene) Stadfeld Breton at the age of 67 on the 3rd of July 2014 at the home of her son Bart with family by her side. Darlene was born September 21,1946 in Kimberly B.C. Darlene was predeceased by her parents Henery &Lillie Ingerbigtson her biological mother Beth Gibbs her step father John Evans and her brother Leonard Ingebrigtson Darlene is survived by her children Bart (Sandy) Stadfeld of Enderby B.C. Holly Brake Partner(Kevin Goertzen) of Kelowna B.C. Levi (Bobby)Smith of Peace River Alberta Darlene has 8 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren Darlene is survived by her brothers & sisters Shirley Daugherty of Terrace B.C Penny Ingebrigtson of Florida Bruce (Cathy) Ingerbigtson of Salmon Arm. Tom (Marianne) Ingerbigtson of Sicamous B.C. Charlotte (Terry)Phillips of Parson B.C.Jackie ( Gordon) Franzen of Golden B.C. Steven Gibbs & partner (Diane Douville) of Kimberly B.C. Carolyn Davidson of Kimberly B.C. Numerous Nieces and nephews. Darlene always put her children first, and was a great mom. A celebration of life service for Darlene will be held at Bowers Funeral Chapel on Friday July 11, 2014 at 2pm. A reception will follow the service in the Mountainside room allowing friends and family to continue sharing memories. Online condolences may be sent through Darlene’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice. com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral service, Salmon Arm, BC
WIGHT, MURIEL VIOLET MAY Muriel Violet May Wight passed away in Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the age of 89 years. Muriel was born at Kelso, Saskatchewan on September 28, 1924. She had been a resident of the Burns Lake area for 39 years and had resided in Salmon Arm since 1983. Muriel was predeceased by her husband Harold in 1994. She will be lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Valerie (Bob) Hanson of Burns Lake and Tammy Wight of Salmon Arm; eight grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; two sisters, Jean Chorney and Doreen (Graham) Micks; brother, Lloyd (Yvonne) Havens; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Salmon Arm on Saturday, June 21st at 2:00 pm. Online condolences can be sent through Muriel’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
HUDSON, CYNTHIA APRIL 10, 1963 - JULY 1, 2014 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Cynthia Diann Hudson (Hart) at 51. Cynthia passed away peacefully at our family’s home in Chase BC on July 1, 2014. For 33 years Chase is where she had made our house a home. Cynthia was born in Whitehorse, Yukon to her parents Rev. Russell and Darlene Hart. Cynthia loved animals, crafting, anything to do with Unicorns and most of all being in nature. Her community was very important to her and she had great memories of her time volunteering with the Scouts. She took great pride in her work ethic and is best known for her impeccable customer service. Her contagious smile and giggle will be missed but never forgotten. Most important to her were her children and husband. Even as her health was failing and her children were grown and on their own they were always on her mind and she never stopped showing them unconditional love and support. Cynthia is survived by her husband William Hudson, daughter Andrea Hudson and son Daniel Hudson. She is also survived by her father Russell Hart of Salmon Arm BC, brother, Walter Hart of Ponoka AB and sister, Lyn Winfield of Renton WA, and a host of loving and supportive family and friends. Cynthia is predeceased by her mother Darlene Hart (Hemenway). We would like to thank the Doctors and staff at the Chase Interior Health Center and the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. We also send a special thank you to Dr. Nair of Kamloops BC. In lieu of flowers please feel free to make a donation to your favorite charity. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 12, 2014, 1:00 p.m. from Crossroads Free Methodist Church, Salmon Arm, BC with Pastor George Fleming officiating. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Chase Creekside Seniors Centre, Chase, BC. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, BC, 250 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Cynthia’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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HARRISON, ALETHEA MARY Alethea Mary Lacey was born at home, at 30 West Street, Crewkerne, England, the only child of Elsie and Sidney Lacey. This was where she grew up and lived until the day she married Ben Harrison on Sept. 18, 1951 and became Alethea Harrison. The two were married for 62 years. One son, Kim, was born in England in 1954, and in 1957 the family immigrated to Canada, balancing the risks with the prospect of opportunity. They first settled on Vancouver Island where Ben found work as a herdsman and Alethea as a cook at Genoa Bay Farm near Duncan. Son Alan was born at Duncan in 1959. In 1961, the family moved to Salmon Arm after Ben received a transfer at his milktesting job. They settled in the Silver Creek area. The twins, Teresa and Trevor, were born at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in 1961. Alethea became involved in the community with the Women’s Institute, as a cub scout leader, as a member of the Salmon Arm Tennis Club and later with the Shuswap Singers. She worked as a day care assistant for many years, and later as a lunchtime supervisor at Salmon Arm West School. Ben and Alethea purchased property on Foothill Road and built a house in which they resided until the present. After Ben’s retirement in 1990, Alethea and Ben travelled to Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti, Raratonga, and the Hawaiian Islands, across Canada to Newfoundland and up to Alaska. After her grandchildren were born, Alethea supported them by attending all the sports they were involved with over the years, offering encouragement and advice. She loved her later years, living with Ben through the passing seasons at their property under the shade of the fir and cedar trees, from their window the view of the West Peak of Mt. Ida. She was devoted to her family and giving to the end. Survived by husband Ben, sons Kim (Candy) of Burnaby, B. C., Alan (Debbie), Trevor (Shannon) of Salmon Arm, daughter Teresa (John), of Burnaby, and grandchildren Andrew, David, Faith, Mark, Nick, Ryan, Timmy and Tristan. Memorial service will be held on Monday, July 14th, 2:00 pm at Bowers Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alethea’s name may be made to the Shuswap Lake Hospital Foundation. On line condolences may be sent to Alethea’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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MACAULAY, KARIN MARY (WALLENSTEEN) June 5, 1924 – June 24, 2014 Karin, our beloved Mother and precious Nana, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff on June 24, 2014. Karin was born in Salmon Arm, B.C. on June 5, 1924 to Karl and Elsa Wallensteen. She grew-up in Sunnybrae, on the shores of Shuswap Lake, alongside her brothers Henry and Karl, and her sisters Dagny, Elsa, and Astrid. Karin worked for Boeing Aircraft in Vancouver during World War II, moving west to Banff in March of 1946. Two weeks after she arrived, she was introduced to Jack MacAulay, a local boy, during a dance at the Cascade Hall. They married on October 19, 1946, and began a remarkable 54year partnership that was committed to raising their family and actively participating in community life in Banff. Karin was a wise and deeply insightful woman, and although she was shy by nature, she made friends easily. Her inherent kindness drew people to her and she welcomed their friendship unconditionally with an open mind and an understanding heart. Karin directed her quiet intelligence and natural athleticism into endless pursuits: mountain climbing, hiking, fishing, white water canoeing, fast cars (or at least, driving very fast), Sudoku, crossword puzzles, cribbage, board games, good books, theology, astronomy, philosophy – the list never ended. She was proud of her Swedish heritage, and kept in touch with her extended family in Scandinavia throughout her life. Most of all, she loved Jack, her children, and her grandchildren. She knew that life could be marked with difficulty, but was unwavering in her belief that time, faith, hope, and love are the greatest healers. She will forever be our soft star that shines at night. Karin is survived by her sons, Herb and John, daughters Karen, Shelley, Jodi (Grant Knowles), and Julie-Ann, grandsons Daniel Larg and Currie MacAulay, granddaughter Kelsey Larg, sisters Dagny Fochuk and Elsa Hacking, and numerous nieces and nephews. To Dr. Lynne Marriott, the superb nursing team, and the food services staff at Mineral Springs – thank you for your compassion and gentle care during Nana’s last months. Her first job in Banff was as a nurse’s aide – she revered caregivers – she was grateful for all of you and she loved you and we thank you on her behalf. At Karin’s request, there will be no funeral. Charitable contributions, if desired, can be made to the organization of the donor’s choice. Remember her when you next gather with friends, preferably over a cup of strong, black coffee. She would wish you Happy Trails. Messages of remembrance may be left for the family at www.southcalgaryfuneralcentre.ca SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE and CREMATORIUM (at Lake Fraser Gate) Telephone: 403-297-0711 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
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ADAMS, AL AI Adams was born in Cree Wood Minnigaff, Scotland Feb. 18, 1921 to William and Barbara Adams. In 1926 AI’s family made the journey from Scotland to Canada. The first place they settled was Enderby where AI attended MV Beattie School for one year before the family moved to Salmon Arm where he attended school until taking a job working in the bush in the Mabel Lake area. He soon found his talent and enjoyment of carpentry and this led him to work on such projects as the Shuswap Lake General hospital, the snow sheds on the Rogers Pass and the Mica Dam. In 1946 AI married Phyllis (nee:Caldwell) and they moved to the Winfield area for a couple of years but soon returned to the Salmon Arm area where he built the family home near five corners. AI and Phyllis raised their family here Bob, Jim and Barb. In 1981 AI and Phyllis moved to White Lake where they built a beautiful home overlooking the lake. Having worked all his life to provide for his family, AI used his carpentry skills in retirement volunteering hundreds of hours helping build the White Lake fire hall. AI built a beautiful 21 foot travel trailer that was customized to their needs. They ventured to the Yukon twice and travelled with friends to many areas of BC, and as avid fisherman they enjoyed years of great fishing, friends and travel. AI enjoyed card playing and always had a crib board handy for a game. He and Phyllis had ongoing daily card games of crib and of spite and malice. They enjoyed going to old time dances for many years. AI loved to read and his interests were wide although he enjoyed the stories of pioneers and true historic adventures. AI was a loving partner to Phyllis and a great Dad. He was a loyal friend and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. AI is predeceased by his parents and his brother Louis. Having lost Phyllis, his loving partner of 67 years this past November, AI leaves to mourn his children, Jim Adams of White Lake, Barb Adams of Enderby, his honourary daughter Lark Lindholm of Enderby and Bob Adams of Camrose and his grandchildren Devin and Ben Adams of White Lake, and Brian Adams and Teresa Adams of Camrose. The family would like to thank all the staff and residents of Piccadily Terrace where AI and Phyllis enjoyed their home so much. AI enjoyed playing pool and cards there with his friends, as well as working his way through their library. Thank you to the staff of Bastion Place staff for the care they gave AI at the end of his journey. No service will be held and in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Shuswap Lake Hospital Foundation. Online condolences can be sent through Al’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
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MCLEAN, S.N. February 12, 1927 – June 28, 2014 The birds on the South Thompson River have lost a great friend. On June 28, on a beautiful afternoon, the spirit of a very good man found its way to the light. Sinclair Neil McLean passed away in his own bed, surrounded by his loving family and nine grandchildren. Two turtledoves flew by the window and two deer came to graze below. Neil was born February 12, 1927 in Prince George to Sinclair and Helen McLean, a pioneer lumbering family. As the youngest son, he learned the many facets of the business, from river driving logs down the Fraser to every task in the mill. He left to attend Vancouver College, later graduated from Lord Bing High School, and went on to earn a Bachelor of Forestry at UBC in 1951. He devoted his professional life to the practice of forestry. After several years in Malakwa, Taft, and Sicamous country, he and his young family moved to Kamloops to work for W.W. Stevens, a forestry consultant. In 1961, after Mr. Stevens’s untimely demise, Neil and his wife, E.M. Helen, purchased the business that became S.N. McLean Forestry Services Ltd. The company operated for over 40 years out of the main office in Kamloops, as well as those in Castlegar and Prince George. Neil sponsored numerous summer forestry students. Many who followed in his footsteps in professional forestry service took with them the ethics and integrity he believed to be necessary to every forester’s imprint on the profession. Neil’s persistent health problems were met with equal perseverance and tenacity. He never let them overcome his joie de vivre and his passion for living a full life. He found a spiritual resonance in nature, something that brought a particular joy, whether it was the deep woods of his youth or at the edge of the South Thompson River in later years. He truly believed in the Rotary motto, “Service above self”, and served as a life member of Kamloops North Rotary and the Fraser/Fort George Museum. Numerous and quality friendships were forged through Rotary especially. Neil was also a long time member of the Association of B.C. Forest Professionals and the Forest History Association of B.C. In earlier years, he was a member of the Eagle Valley Fish & Game Club and the Sicamous Kinsmen. Neil is survived by E.M. Helen, who is his life long mate and wife of nearly 62 years, as well as his three children: son Murray McLean (Tammy Abrahamson); daughter Maureen Young (Allen); and daughter Kerry-Lynne Small. Neil also leaves behind his grandchildren: Lachlan McLean (Sayena Fariji); Lucas McLean (Jessica); Lana McLean; Zachary Young (Natalie Peace); Taylor-Marie Young (Robert Fischer); Jacob Young (Jenna Patterson); Nicholas Small; Michael Small (Katie Almeida); Samantha Small; and his cherished great grandson, Lincoln Sinclair McLean. Neil is also survived by son-in-law Henry Small; his remaining sister, Marilyn Goertsen; and many nieces and nephews. Neil was predeceased by his youngest sister, Lynne Mann. Dearest Neil—devoted husband, loving father, and beloved Poppa: your flag flies at half-mast; your mountains have been climbed; and your guest book, filled to the last page, is now complete. We acknowledge the quality care provided by the physicians and nurses of Royal Inland Hospital and the Kamloops home support nurses. A ceremony in recognition of Neil’s life will be held at the South Thompson Inn at 3438 Shuswap Road in Kamloops on Saturday, August 23, 2014, beginning at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in remembrance of Sinclair Neil McLean may be made to Kamloops North Rotary (Box 24036 70-700 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC, V2B8R3); the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada (600-60 St. Clair Avenue, East Toronto, ON, M4T1N5); or any charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent through Neil’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral service, Salmon Arm, BC
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News Reporter The Salmon Arm Observer, Eagle Valley News and Shuswap Market News are looking for a full-time junior reporter/photographer. We are looking for an energetic, curious and enthusiastic person to join the award-winning news team at the Observer. We produce three news products per week out of our office in Salmon Arm, B.C. The Salmon Arm Observer is our subscription-based news products covering all facets of life in the community from news, arts, business and sports. The Eagle Valley News is a similar, but smaller product for the nearby District of Sicamous, and the Shuswap Market News is a free-distribution, regional product. Salmon Arm is a beautiful, thriving city of approximately 15,000 people on the shores of Shuswap Lake. The city has tremendous four-season recreational opportunities and a thriving arts and sports scene, which includes the Junior A Salmon Arm SilverBacks hockey team. The suitable candidate must display excellent photography skills, a talent for writing, particularly in the area of sports and features, and a keen interest in digital media. Knowledge of lay-out and newspaper design, as well as CP Style, is a plus. While sports will be a key component of the position, this person needs to be able to jump in and help wherever needed in the newsroom, in addition to maintaining content on the web and social media. Lay-out of pages will also be required. Potential candidates must have post-secondary journalism training from an accredited school, plus provide a resumé, references and a brief portfolio of both written and photographic work. All candidates must have a reliable vehicle and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends or evenings as required. This salaried position includes Black Press’ comprehensive benefits package. To apply, please send resumés and clippings to: Tracy Hughes, Editor, Salmon Arm Observer PO Box 550, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N7 or email: newsroom@saobserver.net
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HEAD ICE TECHNICIAN The Salmon Arm Curling Centre, in beautiful British Columbia, is now accepting applications for position of Head Ice Technician with the successful applicant to start in early September of 2014 for the 2014 -2015 season. The preferred applicant should have Level 2 certification or better, with ice making experience. Job scope to include ice installation, care and maintenance throughout the season and year-end removal, along with some facility care duties. The season runs from first week of October to end of the following March. A competitive wage scale based on experience is being offered. The Salmon Arm Curling Centre facility is a 6 sheet concrete base rink hosting day and evening draws 5 days per week plus several weekend bonspiels. We have a very active membership and volunteer base. Last year we installed a new state of the art ice plant, energy efficient and friendly to the environment. Located half way between Calgary and Vancouver, Salmon Arm is located on the beautiful Shuswap Lake in the North Okanagan of BC, the houseboat capital of North America. With a population over 17,000, it is an active, growing community offering many opportunities for outdoor activities all year round. Nearby are several world class golf courses, cross country and downhill skiing, wineries and of course, Shuswap Lake, for great boating and fishing. Excellent medical, commercial and educational facilities are all part of the community. Come live, work and play in the sunny Shuswap! Send resumes or questions directly to the President of the Salmon Arm Curling Centre, Darcy Seghers – dsrenos@telus.net.
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Help Wanted ACCEPTING RESUMES for Launch Construction. Need carpenters and carpenter helpers. Call 250-833-6680. An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. ARE YOU HARD WORKING, organized and familiar with HVAC concepts and terminology? A small, Salmon Arm based HVAC service and installation company needs to fill the position of shop/office coordinator. Full time position that requires excellent customer service, job scheduling, dispatching, invoicing, and some data entry. We will train the right person. Start date is flexible. Starting wage will be between $16 - $18/per hour depending on experience. Our company has excellent benefits and frequent bonuses and raises. Send your resume and references by email only to: salmonarmwork@gmail.com. No calls please. BAKER/COOK needed immediately at Home Restaurant in Sorrento. Apply in person to Brad or Sandy. Bizzy Bee Delivery Inc. is looking for a motivated person to be a Delivery Driver, must be over 19yrs. of age, have cell phone & a car. Wage is by commission. The job for p/u & deliveries for people & businesses in town. For more details call Doug (250)833-6622 CLEANERS required, Salmon Arm Area, $12/hr + kms. Must have reliable vehicle. Email clean@girlsgonegreen.ca
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Sexqéltkemc te Secwepemc (STS) is a traditional coalition of the Neskonlith, Splatsin and Adams Lake Indian Bands. In 2009, the member Bands re-affirmed their historic ties by signing the Sexqéltkemc Lakes Division Resource Sharing Protocol, later revised to the 2013 Sexqéltkemc te Secwepemc Cooperative Agreement. STS was formed to aid in the assertion of Aboriginal Title and Rights throughout their traditional territory. STS applies a multi-faceted approach in achieving this goal of re-instating themselves as stewards and keepers of Secwepemcúlecw. The Technical Coordinator position will be responsible for coordinating the Technical aspects of the 2013 Agreement. Under direction of the Political Executive (3 Chiefs) and Title and Rights Workers at the 3 Bands, the Technical Coordinator is responsible for providing technical support to the STS Political body. This is a position carrying a high level of responsibility for handling sensitive matters; therefore a high standard of confidentiality and professional performance must be maintained at all times. In addition, this position requires exceptional inter-personal and communication skills, self-motivation and the ability to work independently and as a team member.
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THE SALMON Arm Curling Centre in British Columbia, is accepting applications for Head Ice Technician. Successful applicant starts mid August for 2014/2015 season. Preference Level 2 certification or better, with ice making experience. Position includes ice installation, care/maintenance throughout season and year-end removal, along with some facility care duties. Season normally runs from first week of September to March. A competitive wage based on experience is being offered. Send resumes/questions directly to President, Salmon Arm Curling Centre, Darcy Seghers dsrenos@telus.net.
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• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the STS Employee Guidelines, standards, and procedures • Provide technical briefings to STS Technical Working Group Representatives (TWG), Chief Negotiator and STS Political Council/Executive • Prepare technical reports, monthly progress reports for TWG, for review by STS Political • Prepare technical letters for external distribution and, where requested by STS Political, draft political letters for review • Assist Chief Negotiator in preparing for, conducting and following up negotiations with non-STS entities and proponents • Assist Political Coordinator in preparing for, conducting and following up technical meetings (internal, external) • Assist TWG in formulation of policies and procedures concerning matters under its authority • Prepare or otherwise ensure that project budgets/work plans are developed, executed and monitored • Maintain, as appropriate, communications/reporting linkages between STS, TWG and Sexqéltkemc Enterprises Inc. (SEI) • Where appropriate, provide pre-meeting technical briefings to non-STS government officials • Lead Technical Contact for inter-agency communications • Set and manage program budgets and work plans in compliance with funding requirements and STS finance policy • Maintain financial control of all projects and programs by tracking revenues and expenses • Oversee all STS’s technical related projects including supervision of staff and contractors, maintaining quality control, managing contracts, and seeking opportunities for further contracts, capacity development, employment and job creation • Assist with development of an inventory program to manage natural and cultural resources including those requiring protection or restoration • Explore and implement plans to take advantage of new opportunities that may result from developments in domestic or international aboriginal case law • Liaise with community members, other First Nation organizations, non-aboriginal government agencies, Crown corporations, industry organizations, funding organizations, community groups, contractors and consultants, land owners and the general public regarding natural resource management projects, programs and policies
Employment
••• Spring Cleanup & Painting Specials •••
Excavating & Drainage
Excavating & Drainage
DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years. • Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools
www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2
250-832-0707
Garden & Lawn
Garden & Lawn
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• Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw
PICK-UP OR DELIVERY
Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449
Farm Services
Farm Services
REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.
We Deliver
• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110 Financial Services
Financial Services
CLEANING STAFF
is required for summer Saturday’s at Scotch Creek Cottages. Pleasant workplace $1518/hr, for reliable, conscientious workers.
Call 250-955-0080.
Medical/Dental
FT CDA/ CHAIRSIDE DENTAL ASSISTANT
required for busy family dental practice. Must be motivated, organized, a quick learner and a team player. We are happy to train the right applicant, although experience is an asset. Please email CV to tlgbdental@gmail.com.
Services
Financial Services ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-3511783. GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
Pet Services
Services
Financial Services IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. UNFILED TAX Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1855-668-8089. (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
Garden & Lawn ENERGETIC young man available to mow your lawn. $15/hr, 1 hour minimum (250)832-0916
Home Repairs FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
Landscaping LANDSCAPE, construction, paving stones, tie walls & lawn maintenance. 20+ yrs experience Call John (250)804-6190
Misc Services
Home & Yard •Fencing •Decks •Patios
•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance
250-253-4663 THE YOUNG BUCKS Looking to make your life easier.Experienced with truck, tools, etc. Reasonable 778-930-0931--250-804-6470
Pets & Livestock
Pets HAVANESE/BICHON X puppies, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available. (250)804-6848
PET GROOMING With Michelle
Monday to Friday
All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs
Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604
Salmon Arm Observer Wednesday, Salmon Wednesday,July July9,9,2014 2014
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
$200 & Under
Misc. for Sale
Lots
ENTERTAINMENT centre, light wood colour $150. obo (250)832-9256
PANASONIC Viera TH-42PZ80 42 in. Plasma TV (full HD resolution) with stand & wall mount. Exce. cond. $450. (250)836-3711
Fruit & Vegetables BERRY PICKERS NEEDED At Sandy Acres Berry Farm. .50 to 1.00/lb, 250-832-5398. BERRY PICKER supervisor needed. Contact timmsberryfarm@hotmail.com STRAWBERRIES READY now. Place your orders. 250832-5398. STRAWBERRIES, U-pick, available now, Geierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fruit & Berry Farm, 3820 40th St. SE, (250) 832-2807 phone for picking time U-PICK CHERRIES Bing, Van Lambert & pie cherries ready at Bastion Mtn. Farm, 219160th Ave NE S.A.Follow signs U-PICK RASPBERRIES at 4232 Eldon Frontage Road, Tappen. 250-804-3303 U-PICK-SASKATOONS. pickers required. timmsberryfarm@hotmail.com
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8,297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca WEIDER weight exercise machine & Cadence DS11 tredmill, both like new (250)8046123 (250)832-4827
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
Build or Invest 1.21 acre Lakeview Estate Property â&#x153;Ścurrently zoned R1 â&#x153;Śdevelopment opportunity with allowed R4 zoning potential â&#x153;Ścentrally located in Salmon Arm â&#x153;Śtwo access points â&#x153;Śhydro and water at the property line â&#x153;Śbeautiful old growth and mature landscape trees
$399,000 (1-250)679-3519
Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES
Best rate 5yr-3.29%OAC
Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976.
Firewood/Fuel
Garage Sales HUGE community yard sale Sat. July 12 @ Gleneden Hall 8:30-2:30, 4901 50 Ave NW, take TCH to Pierreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point Rd & see signs. MOVING sale 1851 70St SE July 5, 6; 8 to 5. Antique furniture. Other, bed suite,coffee table... Carpentry tools. MOVING SALE: Fri & Sat, July 4 & 5, and Fri & Sat, July 11 & 12. 9 am to 4 Pm. 2605 Golf Course Dr. Blind Bay. MOVING Sale. Sat. July 12 8-5pm. #57 1361 30 St. SE Broadview Villa. Plant & Yard sale. July 18/19/20 & July 25/26/27. Antiques, retro, furn, shop, fencing, appls, clothing & accessories. 6481 Ranchero Dr. SA: 271 28St. NE, July 12, 9-3, moving sale, single beds, tools, books, lots of misc.
Medical Supplies TRAILBLAZER SE Mobility Scooter w/canopy & windshield, like new $2400. (retails @$5100. (250)253-7285
Misc. for Sale A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Containers under $2500! DMG 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com FUTON WITH BUNK bed or can be futon and single bed. Like new, barely used. Southwest style wood & black metal frame. $400. 250-675-3870. HAY FOR SALE in Tappen. 280 bales. $4/bale infield 250835-8836. 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. KING SIZE BED, complete. Exc. condition. $900 OBO. 250-833-0196. SORRENTO Cemetery 3 adjoining cremation plots. $225 each or 3 for $600. OBO 1 (250)672-9337
Misc. Wanted BUYING Coin Collections, Estates, Antiques, Native Art, Silver, Jewelry 778-281-0030 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670
Free Items FREE to an active home 2year old brindle Bouvier spayed female. Phone evenings (250)832-8859
Real Estate Houses For Sale BEAUTIFUL ENGLISH Bungalow, four years old, Sunshine Coast. Low yard maintenance, low running costs, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, ocean & mountain views. Information and pictures, 604.485.8321. Care-free living! 2 bedroom, 2 bath + den townhouse with a garage All one level Overlooks green space and has a lovely porch area Updated flooring, paint, fridge, stove and water heater see pictures at www.propertyguys.com sign#64890 $199,900. Call (250)832-6765
Lots
Homes for Rent
BLIND Bay: clean, quiet 2bdrm, 2bath, across the street from the water, steps from public beach, parking for 1, all appl., fridge, stove, dw, w/d, small pet okay, $950/mo. + 1/3 utilities (250)319-9433 LGE 1bdrm, f/s, NP, NS, util., cable incl., female 35+ preferred, $750/mo. + DD, ref req. (250)804-6123 (250)832-4827
2 BDRM. HOME next to Carlin School. $850/mo. incl. hydro. 250-833-1801. BLIND BAY on acreage w/ shop. 4bdrm. 1 batn, w/d, 2700 sq. ft. $1100/mo. Contact Brad at 250-833-6680. COTTAGE in Eagle Bay. 2 bed/1.5 bath. 5 appli., lake view, deck, NS, NP, avail. July 15. $700/mo. (250)675-3691 Malakwa-3bdrm home $700 +utils. Restaurant for for rent. $500 + util. 250-836-2928. Sicamous: 3 Bedroom house. Enderby: 3 Bedroom house $1000./mo. To inquire please call 250-374-1728
Townhouses
1BDRM. w/o suite, utilities, wifi, satellite incl., all appl, 8km from SA $650/mo. (250)8327809 available July 1st
Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM. apt. hot water included, NP, NS, $680/mo. (1-855)852-5660 Toll Free Bright 1 bdrm apt. available immed. Central loc. 45+. Pet negotiable. $725/mo. Phone 250-832-6490 Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartments Close to town, family owned & operated. Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Available Aug. 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694 DANBURY MANOR 791 Okanagan Ave. NE completely renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 1bdrm. $725/mo. NP, NS,Avail. Aug. 1st. Call Robin (250)838-6035. LAKEVIEW MANOR Beautiful unfurnished and fully furnished Apts. Viewing Shuswap Lake & McGuire Park. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. *Short term rates avail. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d (250)833-9148
Transportation
Antiques / Classics 1968 Ford Ranger XLT F-100. Factory 3spd std. asking $9000 OBO 250-833-0196
Auto Accessories/Parts
Storage
MAPLE Lanes Townhomes, $315,000. + GST, 3bdrm., 2.5bath, 1600sqft., 9ft. ceilings, walk to town, partial lakeview. Open house Tues-Sat 4-6pm, 150 4St. SE. Contact owner or your realtor (250)804-0184
Rentals
Auto Financing
Suites, Upper 3 BDRM 2 bath, 1350 sq ft. like new, bright, modern, 6 appl, 2 decks, walk to Bastion or SASS, NS, no parties, $1400/mo incl. utilities. Avail. immed. (250)804-8058
Suites, Lower
Furniture
Transportation
Modular Homes
(250)832-8766
Toll free 1-800-658-2345
Rentals
MARA: 2bdrm. mobile, addition, deck, creekside, new floors, electric & plumbing, f/s/w/d/ac, elec. heat, $700/mo. + DD Avail. Aug. 1. (250)838-7670
BOAT and RV storage in Salmon Arm. All covered behind residences. $3/ft/mth. Call Mike or Sarah for details 604615-5108.
Rates Consistently better than banks
DRY SPLIT FIR FIREWOOD. $185/cord. 250-832-2513.
Solid wood table 3x3 w/2 leaves & 4chairs $300. White metal day bed frame w/access. & matching floor lamp $350. Solid wood 8drawer dresser & mirror $350. Coffee table w/glass top & mesh bottom shelf 52Lx10.5Wx16H $50. Apt. size freezer 23Lx23Wx33H $200. (250)804-0081
Rentals
Daylight Bachelor Suite. Suitable for single person. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d bathroom Close to town, college and bus route. F/S, W/D. Sep. parking and entrance. NO SMOKING. N/P, DD and refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s req. $600/mo inc. util. Available now lynda.jb@shaw.ca Call or text (250)833-5123
Misc for Rent
3BDRM 80 4St SE, $1400/mo util. incl., NS, NP, shared W/D, avail immed. (250)253-4444
Misc. for Sale
NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS
IDEAL FOR: Table covers, crafts, drawing or packing. Various sizes. Available at the SALMON ARM OBSERVER OFFICE â&#x20AC;˘ Cash Sales Only 171 Shuswap St. NW, Salmon Arm
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1 bdrm, brand new suite + 800 ft. with fireplace. Only 7 minutes from town. Parking, private entrance, NS, 4 appliances.
24/7 anonymous â&#x20AC;˘ conďŹ dential in your language
BOLER 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; travel trailer. Lots of upgrades. $8000. obo Call Sheila 1 (250)832-3796
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Scrap Car Removal
Boats
#1AA Auto Recyclerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 250-558-8855
1993 Wellcraft Eclipse 19.6ft. cuddy cabin, 5litre V8 Merc, High 5 stainless steel prop, 2nd owner, excellent shape, well maintained, great on fuel $9900. (250)832-9256
Tenders
Tenders
Obituaries
Obituaries
MARCH 10, 1945 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JUNE 28, 2014
Enjoy the beautiful and peaceful environment at AVGH
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Recreational/Sale
FITZSIMMONS, Judith Anne (nee Winn)
INDEPENDENT AT
Call 250-833-0445
MEMORIES
Suites, Upper
Modular Homes
Misc for Rent
4HERE S MORE TO LOSE THAN JUST
Auto Financing
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.
SORRENTO: Mobile Home beside Frankieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza, avail. Aug.1 $650./mo + util.,refs & $325DD, NS (1-250)675-4104
2004 Freestar 4.2l van, fully loaded, heated leather seats, power side doors, 190,000km $4100. (250)675-4952
Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022
Commercial/ Industrial
LOTS LOTS LOTS New subdivision in Canoe. Close to lake. Reduced. (250)836-4902
Trucks & Vans 1991 Dodge Diesel 4x4, 3/4ton, runs good, body rust, $1500. obo (250)835-4440
EXECUTIVE 2bdrm, 2bath 1300 sqft., garage, lakeview no stairs, Laurel Estates, NS $1200/mo. + util, avail Aug.1, (250)833-2833 leave message
Misc. for Sale
Transportation
She is survived by her husband Bob, son Rob and his family Cheryl, Caitlynn and Josh; son Chris and his family Denise, Mason and Jane; her brother Ken and his family Lynne, Michael, Laura and Paul and her sisters , Sue and her family Rick and Sam; Margaret and her family Derek, Andy, Jessie and Antony; Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother Peter and his family Wanda, Michael, Jen and Madelyn. Judith was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Muriel Winn. Judy was born in Regina, SK and grew up in Vancouver and began her health-oriented career by graduating from VGH Nursing in 1966. She then worked at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospital. She married Bob in 1967 and continued nursing in Cassiar from 1975-78 where Bob was posted with the RCMP. During that time she also was a Provincial Mining recorder. She was a Mom and a toy maker from 1978-86 when her family lived in Salmon Arm. She continued her career when they moved to Chilliwack as Shop Steward of the HEU and worked as a unit clerk in Emergency (aka. Desk Sheriff). Judy then worked Administration with the Fraser Health Authority but found a better fit after retirement, continuing in health care, as the Manager of the assisted living complex, Logan Manor in Agassiz. While managing the complex she also was instructing at the UFV Continuing Education Department teaching medical terminology courses. Judy was the main instigator and the guiding light for the development of the Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame opened in 2013. This aligned with her passion for sports being an avid curler, when she lived in the north and interior of BC, Rob and Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first ball coach, a great hockey mom and a devoted fan of all levels of Chilliwack hockey. In March of 2013 she became the proud recipient of the RCMP â&#x20AC;&#x153;Second Manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; award for her â&#x20AC;&#x153;steadfast and loyal support of the RCMP and its membersâ&#x20AC;? while at an isolated post. As a passionate cruiser she was a proud member of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Duck Crewâ&#x20AC;? and the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Martini Matesâ&#x20AC;? And now there are *Five*. Jude will be missed forever. The understatement of the millennium. A Celebration of Life will be held in honour of Judy on Monday, July 21, 2014 at 1:00 at the Chilliwack Corn Maze Farm, 41905 Yale Rd West. Dress will be Summer Cruise Ship Casual. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Judy can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Chilliwack Hospice Society or the Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame.
Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia 8â&#x20AC;˘ (604) 792.1344
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New berry crop debuts at High Mountain Farm
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By Chelsea Grainger
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It is said to be like a raspberry, blueberry and blackberry mixed together, but nobody really knows what it is – yet. The haskap berry, which is new to the area, has sprung up in Salmon Arm, thanks to local farmers at High Mountain Farm, Axel Hvidberg and his wife Doris, who have become one of the largest growers of the fruit in the region. The berry, which is oblong in shape and blue, grows wild in every province, except British Columbia. It’s primarily grown in Saskatchewan, Japan, and Russia. The Hvidbergs, who are originally from Alberta, opened their farm in 2010, and heard about the haskap while visiting a winery in Vancouver. Hvidberg said, like everyone else, he wasn’t really sure what the berry was; however, the couple planted 650 plants three years ago, and are happily reaping the benefits. They began picking on June 4, and have already sold out. “We’re picked clean,” said Hvidberg, adding they grow their berries free of any pesticides or fertilizers. “You can’t get any more natural than this.” Hvidberg says the berries can be used for everything that blueberries are used for, such as sauces, jams,
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Unique variety: Axel and Doris Hvidberg grow haskap berries, a type of fruit that has not been cultivated in the area before. wines and candy. Another way Hvidberg likes to enjoy the berries is popping them into his mouth frozen for a refreshing grape Popsicle taste. “It has an unusual flavour that I think attracts people,” said Hvidberg “It’s sweet with a kick of tartness, which enhances the flavour.” The berry also has great nutritional value, with five times the antioxidants of the blueberry. Hvidberg says the weather in Salmon Arm seems to be a perfect fit for growing the berry, and this season they only lost four plants out of the 650.
“It’s kind of interesting, they need cold winters,” said Hvidberg, noting the berry can withstand up to -45 degrees Celsius. Hvidberg also said that because it warms up in Salmon Arm quite early in the year, it gives the haskap berry the upper hand by being the first fresh fruit crop of the season. The Hvidbergs plan to expand their crop and plant more haskap plants in the coming years. “I think it’s a great crop that can be grown in Salmon Arm,” said Hvidberg. “They’re like little presents on every branch.”
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