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Crews mop up small wildfire By Barb Brouwer obServer STAFF

The no-fire ring around Salmon Arm has been broken. A Wildfire branch helicopter returning to the Salmon Arm Airport Sunday evening spotted a fire in larch Hills. A five-person initial attack crew from Kamloops was sent in and by Tuesday morning, the fire was in patrol stage. because of its location and the extreme fire risk, a three-person crew headed up yesterday to walk through the area to make sure there are no hot spots. “It’s probably anywhere between 20 metres by 20 metres,” said fire protection officer larry osachoff Monday morning, noting the fire was a holdover lightning strike from July 23 and that a 3,000 gallon water tank had been sent up to the scene. “It dug itself in pretty good.” Two lightning caused fires reported last week are now under aircraft patrol. Wildfire officials have been pleased with the public’s response about a fire prohibition – up until recently. “We’re starting to see issues around,” said osachoff, noting patrols are picking up one or two campfire contraventions a day. “They’re saying ‘we’re oK, we don’t have to abide by the rules.’” osachoff says a Scotch creek property owner had a campfire going on the weekend and, when confronted, said it was for cooking purposes, an excuse that did not impress osachoff. “There’s a house and two trailers and all the apparatuses you need to cook.” osachoff says there will be follow up, perhaps in the form of a non-compliance ticket. “People do get the message when they receive the $345 ticket,” he said. A fire Saturday at Marble Point Provincial Park was not the result of a campfire but was definitely person-caused. “The majority of people are being really good on and around the lake, but we’re still finding there are houseboat and regular boat users still using campfires and fireworks and I know parks branch is getting frustrated,” osachoff said. He noted that houseboat companies have been See Burning on page A2

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Gabrielle Heiss dismounts from her horse Candy at the annual 4-H Summer Sizzler equine program held Aug. 6 to 10 at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds. To view more images from the event, check out page A12 or www.saobserver.net.

ER copes with extra cases By Barb Brouwer obServer STAFF

All was quiet on the er front Monday morning; but the emergency ward at Shuswap lake General Hospital was hopping on the weekend. A sign posted at triage and in the waiting room advised would-be patients that the Shuswap lake General’s emergency room was 27.5 per cent over capacity, resulting in long wait times.

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“That’s very much summer in the Shuswap,” said Thompson-cariboo– Shuswap acute care director Peter du Toit Monday morning. “but things are back to normal.” du Toit agreed last week was an extremely busy one for the er, as it almost always is after the August long weekend, when people are out enjoying the lake – something that increases the chance for accidents or overexposure to sun. “As the town gets busy, we get busy,”

he said, pointing out the reasons for going to er are varied and that staff prepared for the increased summer activity. “We brought in an additional doctor in emerg as well as extra nurses and clerical staff.” “I am very glad to say staff and the doctors have pulled together in terms of providing good patient care,” du Toit said, noting visits to er are being tracked and will be correlated in the fall – after the rush dies down.

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Mats ignite at Dinoflex Blaze: Heat, smoke alarms help to limit fire damage. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

A fire at Dinoflex burned a few rubber mats but little else, thanks to heat detectors and smoke alarms. “They had made some Friday morning and finished around noon,” says Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley. “Because of the process and heat involved, they do have a tendency to heat up. It is suspected it was spontaneous combustion of the pile of mats inside the building.” Firehall No, 2 on South Broadview responded to the commercial fire alarm at 3:36 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 10. When firefighters saw smoke on their arrival at the business, located at 5590 46 Ave. SE, the call was upgraded to a commercial structure fire, says Shirley. This brought out additional resources from halls 1 and 3, with a total of some 30 firefighters responding to the fire. While firefighters from three halls attended the fire scene, a crew from Hall 4 in Gleneden was staged at Hall 2 in order to be

extremely co-operative and have the means to trace individuals who refuse to abide by the prohibition. On the good news front, Osachoff said resort owners and campers are delighted with the CSA approved propane campfires. “So buy propane because the hazard is so great and it’s not going to go away,” he said. “We’re on high alert, more than high alert in the southern part of the province.” Just off the phone following a Wildfire Management Branch

Teachers continue pickets By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF

Despite summer vacation, teachers in School District #83 are setting up picket lines in Salmon Arm roughly once a week. The teachers are picketing due to the contract dispute between the provincial government and the

BC Teachers Federation. Negotiations between the BCTF and the BC Public School Employer’s Association resumed Friday after being on hold for three weeks. Brenda O’Dell, president of the North Okanagan Shuswap Teachers Association, said teachers have been

picketing at various schools in the area for about four weeks. “It’s to keep in people’s minds that this job action isn’t over yet for teachers,” she said. O’Dell wasn’t able to provide a schedule of upcoming picket lines, as she said they are generally decided randomly.

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Dinoflex manufacturing plant on Sunday, Aug. 10. It was quickly extinguished by members of the Salmon Arm Fire Department. able to respond quickly in the event of another fire in the city. “Crews gained access and quickly knocked down the fire, and damage was limited to a small area of origin,” said Shirley, noting firefighters were on scene for four hours. “We credit the fire alarm system for early detection and the quick response/attack from the firefighters for a great save.” Shirley said that because of the company’s more secluded location

in the industrial park, it might not have been seen until flame was visible on the outside. Dinoflex CEO Mark Bunz says minimal water and truss damage occurred. “Other than that, we were very fortunate and the fire department got in and everything worked as well as the smoke detectors,” he said Monday morning, pointing out he expected production to resume in the afternoon. “This is really a situation that has not

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conference call, Osachoff said lightning and showers are expected with fire power that will be determined somewhat to the degree of rain that accompanies the lightning. At noon yesterday, Environment Canada meteorologist Cindy Yu said meteorologists were watching bands of thunderstorms building in western sections of Oregon and Washington. This is expected to hit south of the Salmon Arm. However, Yu said there is a possibility they could move further into the Shuswap late in the afternoon and last into the night.

Even with rain, another hot spell would soon dry the land out again. Meanwhile, a frustrated Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley is adding his voice to the call for caution. “We’ve had burning complaints in South Broadview over the weekend,” he said of a campfire. “It continues to be extreme conditions and it takes only one little spark to start a fire.” Officials continue to rely upon the public to report smoke and fires. Call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cell phones. Failing that, call 911.

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Directors debate new Council proceeds with pay raise CSRD expense policy By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

or decide where they want to stay,” he said. “People go out and book a room at a higher rate, and this got Travel and expenses fuelled more to the point we were seeing such than an hour of discussion at the discrepancies with conference rates Columbia Shuswap Regional Dis- compared with what some of the ditrict Electoral Area Directors meet- rectors were incurring.” ing Aug. 7. In terms of air fare, Hamilton adThe corporate policy, adopted in vised directors he would have no 1981 and never amended, was pre- problem approving a fully refundsented by CSRD staff at the July 17 able economy fare. regional district board meeting, but “We don’t think you should have to deferred at the request of the rural dig into your own pockets, but, at the area directors, who said the policy same time, we don’t think you should affects them more than the munici- fill your pockets at CSRD expense.” pal directors. This did not sit particularly well Finance manager Jodi Kooistra with area F director Larry Morgan. sought amendments on the policy “I would think the previous policy that affects both staff and direc- didn’t need fixing, but do think it tors because there are currently no needed better definition,” he said. “I guidelines that set limits on meal thought there was some latitude in expenditures, room upgrades or claims and how they were paid and I partner programs. As well, there is a think we’re starting to nit pick…Relack of consistency in how expense gardless of what has been said in the claims are processed. press, I don’t think any one of us has Kooistra made clear that meal been pulling a fast one.” expenses for business outside of Morgan had been under the imCSRD limits are on a strictly per pression that directors were expectdiem basis. Within CSRD limits, ed to have significant others accomdetailed receipts are required to pre- pany them to conferences and take vent fraudulent use of the per diem. part in partner programs at taxpay“We’re not trying to be food and ers’ expense. He was visibly angry beverage Nazis but we to hear it would be up want to get the GST to staff and directors to back and without getting pay such expenses themoriginal receipts showselves. ing what was purchased “My wife is on the and when, we can’t,” phone constantly with she said. “The per diem people; she’s taking calls gives a high degree of – some not so positive, accountability.” directing people or takBut Area D director ing messages and, to me, Larry Morgan René Talbot and Area C it’s a slap in the face to CSRD AREA F director Paul Demenok people like my wife…” were not in favour of a he said. “I want to see a DIRECTOR per diem anywhere. policy to accommodate “When it comes to the efforts of spouses.” meals, I always try to get itemized Area A Rural Revelstoke Loni receipts,” said Talbot. “On occa- Parker agreed with Morgan, calling sion I’ve lost them and if I can’t find her husband an adjunct to her role as them, I eat the bill.” director. “I think the travel and expense “It is disheartening when your policy needs to be tight,” added gonna cut off half of you in the comDemenok. “I don’t like per diem munity,” she said. “I think it should because it could be interpreted that be decided by directors.” directors are being paid. I don’t like Switching gears, Talbot asked that that tone and I think we should have as electoral area directors are most afreceipts for everything.” fected, the travel and expense policy Demenok later agreed to a per should pertain only to the EAD. diem but suggested it be $80 per day But Kooistra noted there is no within CSRD boundaries, and $100 language in staff’s unionized conout of town to accommodate often tracts to cover travel and expenses, higher costs. and Area E director and chair of the Following a spate of questions and meeting Rhona Martin pointed out comments regarding directors’ re- that expenses of municipal directors sponsibility in choosing the cheapest who are appointed to certain commitmode of transportation, hotels and tees are paid by CSRD. meals, Kooistra reiterated the policy “This policy affects everybody and declares directors and staff are ex- I hope this fulsome discussion will pected to “utilize the most cost-ef- happen at the whole board meeting,” fective method of travel considering noted Martin, who was absent from time, convenience and safety.” the July 17 board meeting. “I think Chief administrative officer most of us have been playing within Charles Hamilton confirmed CSRD the rules but this just gives clarity.” has access to government rates. The directors agreed unanimously “What is difficult, is people like to to forward the policy to the board for make their own travel arrangements, further discussion.

By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

While no one on city council has argued a remuneration increase isn’t overdue, there is disagreement over the amount and when it takes effect. On Monday, council gave three readings to a bylaw which, as of Jan 1, 2015, will increase the councillors’ remuneration from $15,000 to $21,660, (a 44.4 per cent increase), and the mayor’s pay from $44,800 to $53,725 (19 per cent). This process stems from a survey of remuneration levels in other, similarly sized B.C. municipalities. The survey’s author, Maurice Lamb of Lamb and Associates, found remuneration rates for Salmon Arm’s mayor and council – which haven’t been increased since 2003 – to be below the survey average. Council supported the increases, as well as

a recommendation to adjust remuneration annually based on the B.C. Consumer Price Index, noting it would benefit the next council. Coun. Marg Kentel, however, opposed the increase for council happening all at once, suggesting it be spread out over the four-year term. She reiterated this at Monday’s council meeting when expressing opposition to the three readings. This time around, Kentel’s wasn’t the lone voice of dissent. Coun. Ken Jamieson agreed, arguing the increase is warranted but should be spread out. “My views are very similar to Coun. Kentel’s,” said Jamieson. “I’m not against an increase for council. I have the luxury of looking back to 1987/88 when I was first on council… and we worked for… almost nothing and the job was pretty light. “If I were to compare the two

jobs now, 25 years apart… The amount of work that councillors do and the mayor… there’s no comparison. The amount of work is incredible sometimes.” Coun. Denise Reimer who, like Kentel, is not running for re-election in November, supported the bylaw that kicks in Jan. 1, arguing remuneration levels should have been adjusted over the past decade. She also expressed the hope the increase might attract a greater diversity of people to run for council. Coun. Alan Harrison wasn’t opposed to Kentel’s idea, but argued how making a decision now takes that pressure off the next council. “I think we want to take that piece away, so that it gets done. We’re up to par and we now have a plan on how to keep the remuneration fair with the average,” said Harrison.

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Mixed reaction to proposal Blind Bay Resort: Hearing draws large crowd with diverse opinions. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

The time for talking is over. It will be up to Columbia Shuswap Regional District directors to decide the development course for Blind Bay Resort. A capacity crowd of those for and against had an opportunity until the end of a public hearing last Wednesday to express their opinions and concerns. The large collection of letters, emails, etc. will now be compiled, verified to make sure there is no duplication and presented in a report to the board in September by CSRD senior planner Dan Passmore. Area C director Paul Demenok opened the meeting by advising the crowd that he is neither for nor against developer Dan Baskill’s plans for his resort on Blind Bay Road. “I am officially neutral as I am going to be going into and coming out of the meeting,” he said. “I will take in all the opinions and data, and will do as much as possible to make sure decisions are based on facts…” All other electoral area directors were in attendance to hear public sentiment first hand.

Following Demenok’s reminder that the Aug. 6 event was a public hearing, not a debate, Passmore read out amendments that will be needed for the development to proceed. He noted that Baskill had further responded to concerns he had heard by agreeing to a restrictive covenant that would preclude the rental of water toys or pumping waste from boats. Comments for and against seemed to be fairly balanced with those voting in favour of the development earning more enthusiastic applause. Several people who have already bought into the resort – many of whom have visited the Shuswap for many years – supported the development for its design, amenities, cleanliness and operation. Several others supported the development, adamant South Shuswap needs developments such as Blind Bay Resort in order to improve the economy so young families don’t have to leave the area. Several people were OK with the development on the south side of Blind Bay Road but strongly opposed to the proposed 19 RV lots on the waterfront, which is

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For Erin Jackson, her job with the City of Salmon Arm is a perfect fit. Jackson is the city’s corporate officer, and replaced Corey Paiement who took a position in Spallumcheen. Born and raised in Salmon Arm, Jackson’s job with the city has allowed her to stay in her hometown, while working at a job that suits her skills. Previous to joining the city’s administration, she works for the provincial govern-

ment’s Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation – a department that administers income assistance. “It’s just a bit of a switch and I’m really enjoying it here. It’s a good bunch of people and a variety of work,” she says, noting that she’s always been interested in local government. “I was ready for a new challenge and I wanted to stay in Salmon Arm… Salmon Arm’s my home.” Jackson has now been in the position

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Stating his case: Blind Bay Resort owner Dan Baskill points out the advantages of a proposal to expand his development during a public hearing last Wednesday. currently zoned singlefamily. Others opposed the development on the basis that the new official community plan adopted in March took eight years to complete and public input clearly opposed foreshore development. Still others expressed concerns about the proposed length of the dock, increased boat activity in an already busy bay and deteriorating water quality.

Several longtime residents and visitors reported seeing steady deterioration over the years, and one complained that property values have deteriorated as a result. But another longtime resident reported the resort’s state-ofthe-art waste management system, which he said he has examined closely, will reduce the impact on the bay and blamed the worsening water conditions on a

Jackson joins city administration By Lachlan Labere

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Erin Jackson CORPORATE OFFICER for three months. Paiement was the first to have the corporate officer job and, prior to his appointment, chief administrative officer Carl Bannister carried out the duties for two

years. In a previous interview, Bannister described the duties as “bylaws, administration, freedom of information inquiries, council meetings – keeping a record of all council meetings, elections, risk management (insurance claims). Those are just some of the main ones. It’s a long list.” At one time Monica Dalziel, the city’s chief financial officer, was the director of corporate services, which included being the deputy corporate officer, so she shared the load.

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Some Somecity citycouncillors councillors are are apprehensive apprehensive about about how how well well aa new, new, “inclu“inclusive” sive” committee committee orgaorganized nized by by Salmon SalmonArm’s Arm’s chamber chamber will will function function without without local local governgovernment mentrepresentation. representation. For For aa few few months months now now the the Salmon Salmon Arm Arm and and District District ChamChamber ber of of Commerce Commerce and and president president Jim Jim KimKimmerly merlyhave havebeen beenputting putting together together aa “visioning “visioning committee,” committee,” which which he he formally formally unveiled unveiled in in aa presentation presentation last last MonMonday dayto tocity citycouncil. council. The The committee committee isis currently currently comprised comprised of of representatives representatives from from the the chamber, chamber, the the AdAdams ams Lake Lake Indian Indian Band, Band, Community Community Futures, Futures, Downtown Downtown Salmon Salmon

Arm, Arm, the the Committee Committee for for aa Strong Strong and and SusSustainable tainable Salmon Salmon Arm, Arm, Shuswap Shuswap Pro Pro DevelopDevelopment, ment, Work Work BC BC and and Wetland Wetland Alliance: Alliance: The The Ecological Ecological Response. Response. (Representation (Representation from from the the Neskonlith Neskonlith Indian Indian Band Band isis pending pending band band council councilapproval). approval). Though Though still still in in early early stages, stages, Kimmerly Kimmerly exexplained plained the the committee’s committee’s role roleisisto to“work “worktogether together in in reviewing reviewing and, and, in in some some cases, cases, identifying identifying major major growth growth project project proposals proposals for for the the comcommunity munity and and provide provide feedback feedback to to council council on on how howthese theseproposals proposalscan can move move forward forward in in aa way way that that will will be be acceptable acceptable to toaamajority majorityof ofarea arearesresidents identsand andbusinesses.” businesses.” He He cited cited the the divisive divisive development development process process for for SmartCentres, SmartCentres, as as

well well as as the the proposed proposed Ross Ross Street Street underpass, underpass, as asthe theinspiration inspirationfor forthe the committee’s committee’s creation, creation, with with the the hope hope to to avoid avoid similar similar situations situations that that could could negatively negatively impact impact local local economic economic growth growth and anddevelopment. development. While While the the concept concept of of the the committee committee apappealed pealed to to council, council, they they questioned questionedhow howititcould could work workwithout withoutcity cityreprerepresentation. sentation. To To this, this, KimKimmerly, merly, said said the the idea idea isis not not to to isolate isolate council, council, but but to to keep keep that that politipolitical cal element element out out of of the the format. format. This This raised raised some someskepticism skepticismamong among council. council. “With “With respect respect to to eveveryone eryone sitting sitting here here and and in in the the gallery, gallery, that that we we aren’t aren’t going going to to ever ever get get rid rid of of the the political political part part of of it, it, because because all all of of those those groups groups bring bring

aa political political piece piece to to the the table…,” table…,” said said Coun. Coun. Denise Denise Reimer. Reimer. “I “I think think it’s it’s aa great great idea, idea, but but not not including including the the city city at at the the table, table,IIdon’t don’tthink thinkthat’s that’s aa great great idea, idea, because because ifif we’re we’rereally reallygoing goingto todo do the the work work and and sit sit down down and and communicate, communicate, we we need need everybody everybody at at the the table.” table.” Coun. Coun. Ken Ken Jamieson Jamieson said said he he liked liked the the idea idea of of the the committee committee as as proposed, proposed, without without the the politics, politics,but butwas wasalso alsorereserved served on on how how itit might might succeed. succeed. “That’s “That’s aa pretty pretty didiverse verse group group –– Now Now I’m I’m not notsuggesting suggestingyou youcan’t can’t agree agree on on anything, anything, but but II look lookforward forwardto tosome someof of the thediscussions discussionsyou youwill will have,” have,”said saidJamieson. Jamieson. After After the the meeting, meeting, Kimmerly, Kimmerly, elaborated elaborated to to the the Observer Observer on on the the

need need to to keep keep the the comcommittee mitteefree freeof oflocal localpolipoliticians. ticians. “I’ve been been involved involved “I’ve in quite quite aa few few different different in board situations situations where where board we have have had had city city reprereprewe sentation… ififthe thecouncounsentation… cillor says says something something cillor like, ‘I‘I don’t don’t know know ifif like, council isis going going to to apapcouncil prove something something like like prove that,’ itit causes causes that that freefreethat,’ dom of of thought, thought, let’s let’s dom say, from from being being free free say, flowing, and and that’s that’s why why flowing, we didn’t didn’t want want to to have have we anyone from from council council anyone on the the committee,” committee,” said said on Kimmerly. Kimmerly. “We wanted wanted to to “We have that that free free flow flow of of have thoughts, and and do do those those thoughts, updates to to the the city city from from updates time to to time time in in front front of of time the whole whole group, group, ininthe stead of of just just having having one one stead councillor present present at at aa councillor committeemeeting.” meeting.” committee

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1. Legal Description: PID: 024-362-841 Lot 2, Plan KAP63581, except Plan KAP85667, Section 8, Township 20, Range 9, W6M, KDYD Location: 5230 – 20 Avenue SE Size: 1.08 hectares (2.66 acres) Zoning: A–2 (Rural Holding) Conditions of Sale: The City of Salmon Arm will not accept any offer with ‘subject to’ provisions. 2. Legal Description: PID: 024-762-393 Lot 2, Plan KAP66620, Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD Location: 551 - 21 Street NE Size: 0.271 hectare (0.66 acre) Zoning: R-4 - Medium Density Residential Conditions of Sale: The City of Salmon Arm will not accept any offer with ‘subject to’ provisions. Closing Date: Sealed offers will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2014. Attention: Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer All offers must be accompanied by a deposit in the amount of $25,000.00, certified cheque or bank draft only. Deposits will be returned to unsuccessful bidders. The City expressly reserves the right to reject any and all offers. Please note that the Purchaser is responsible for Goods and Services Tax (GST), Property Purchase Tax, etc., if applicable. Information relating to the disposal of the above properties is available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from August 6, 2014, to September 5, 2014, both inclusive, in the office of the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE. For a complete bid package on this property, contact: Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer City of Salmon Arm 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Box 40 Salmon Arm, B.C., V1E 4N2 Phone (250) 803-4029 e-mail: ejackson@salmonarm.ca

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No second chances here Dragonflies flit and hover above the glistening clear water; a mama duck swims along the shoreline with her young ones dutifully paddling behind her. The clean freshness of Adams Lake serves to amplify the horror of what has been inflicted on Polley Lake and the entire Quesnel and Cariboo river systems right to the Fraser River. This huge, horrendously destructive spill from a four-squarekilometre mine tailings pond containing materials that include more than 400,000 kilograms of arsenic and 177,000 kilograms of lead is nothing short of a national disaster, yet there’s been what I consider an unconscionable downplaying of the ramifications from mine officials and political leaders. Photos and videos belie any soothing words. While this disaster might not have killed human beings outright or flooded their homes, its effects will undoubtedly be felt for years to come, and probably forever. Salmon, for one, have been described as a keystone species – a species on which all else depends. You might not catch, buy, eat or admire salmon, but they’re crucial to our existence, nonetheless. Indigenous people have known this for thousands of years. Imperial Metals has another property closer to home. The Ruddock Creek lead/zinc mine above Adams Lake is owned 50 per cent by Imperial Metals, according to its website, and consists of 42 mineral claims totalling 21,156 hectares. Plans for the Ruddock Creek mine were in the news recently when the federal government waived its environmental review, saying a provincial review would be ample. Local First Nations and others have raised alarms about potential environmental impacts. Whatever the reason for the Mount Polley spill (dare I suggest, in the most unscientific of terms, it appears to be a case of putting too much muck in a container too flimsy to hold it), I don’t think this company should be given another chance. One strike you’re out. Nor should this provincial government. The stakes are far too high. Concerns were raised about the Mount Polley tailings pond in 2011. At that time the mine’s former engineering firm failed to bid to renew its contract. In a letter to Imperial, it stated: “The embankments and the overall tailings impoundment are getting large and it is extremely important that they be monitored, constructed and operated properly to prevent problems in the future.” Christy Clark has set the course for more destruction. She’s leading the province down the dead end road to liquefied natural gas extraction and the Site C dam. This mine disaster is just a precursor of what’s to come. Of course we need a solid economic base, but not this way. If there is any good to come of this heart-wrenching disaster that will undoubtedly kill more creatures, big and small, than we’ll ever know, it’s the possibility that we heed this undeniable warning so the same fate doesn’t befall more river systems, such as the Adams. Imperial Metals should not be allowed to use another precious part of the earth, particularly not on the watch of our current provincial and federal governments.

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Put priority on four-laning Anyone in doubt of the need to finish four-laning our national highway from Kamloops to the Alberta border would likely have become a believer if they’d been driving it over the August long weekend. To say traffic was slow would be an understatement. At worst, it was like the back-to-back, snail’s pace one expects to encounter on the Trans-Canada Highway near Abbotsford following a fender bender. This, however, is what travellers encountered in the intense heat of Monday, Aug. 1, at different spots and over long distances along the Kamloops-to-Alberta border stretch of the highway. In 2012, B.C. Premier Christy Clark said the province is prepared to spend $650 million over 10 years on projects that will help meet the long-

term goal of four-laning the TCH to the Alberta border. The replacement of the Malakwa Bridge is one of those projects. It is expected to begin this month, and be finished by 2015. For this project alone, the province is committing $22 million, while the federal government is contributing another $13 million. While the province’s share of this project amounts to about 3.4 per cent of the $650-million commitment, one can see how four-laning the TCH as proposed will be a costly endeavour. However, it’s certainly worthwhile, as it will, ideally, help cut down on those ridiculous summer lineups that hinder trade and tourism and, more important, reduce the potential for accidents and save lives.

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The Observer asked: What is your favourite place in the Shuswap?

Evan Reed “The waterslides.”

Joyce Henderson “Walking along the Adams River. There is a sense of timelessness there.”

Murphy Gairdner “The wharf at Marine Park. We like to go down there and watch the sun set.”

Valerie White “Our cabin that we are building on Shuswap Lake.”

Brenda-Jean Quinn “Marine Park and the wharf. It’s calm and peaceful and people will say hello to you.”

Deregulation policies end in disaster Maximum should not be negotiable Last Wednesday, Aug 6, I attended the CSRD public hearing re. Blind Bay Resort proposal. I found the group of residents supporting Dan Baskill’s planned resort on the foreshore of Blind Bay to be surprisingly uneducated regarding the environmental issues relating to this project. The input of the Baskill supporters spoke out to non-supporters of “being afraid of change” – and this occurred a good hour into the input from other residents who spoke of their genuine concern for water quality, which has gradually become more polluted from boating fuel disbursement, the hazards of congesting Blind Bay with more water traffic, public safety issues regarding a longer moorage included in the design of the Blind Bay Resort proposal – 550 feet – as compared to CSRD’s regulation of allowable 441 feet. Mr. Baskill and supporters seemed unconcerned in any way about environmental damage to the foreshore in building a commercial beach front venture of 19 RV units with moorage for 55 berths. Many taxpayers who do not support his plan understand that long-range planning is necessary in an already congested recreational Blind Bay. The CSRD hearing last night was a split between those who not only cherish the rich natural resource of the Shuswap and desire only to see minimum building requirements (low density) to preserve its pristine waters, and those who seek to continue their funloving lifestyle which is nothing short of self-serving. The CSRD should not be increasing their own maximums from the existing OCP Plan, i.e. max. allowable dock length on Shuswap Lake. What is a maximum if it is negotiable? CSRD have muddied the waters by not adhering to the standards they wish to create in the interests of public safety and water resource protection – which ought to include no foreshore commercial developments. Jessica Hauser, Salmon Arm

Both Lac-Mégantic and the tailings pond collapse at Mount Polley are the inevitable result of federal and provincial government policies involving the gutting of regulatory agencies and the laws they used to enforce: No regulations, no oversight, no penalties, no insurance, no maintenance. All that is left is to put

the blame on the operator of the bulldozer or the grader. This deregulation creates immense pressure on all companies – even responsible ones – to take part in a race to the bottom in order to be competitive. Large shareholders (the only ones who really have a say in how the company is run) will demand that ‘their’

company show a similar level of profitability to that of the criminals. Reports (which I sincerely hope are incorrect) are already coming out of salmon caught downstream with their skin peeling off, while the B.C. Liberals frantically try to downplay the toxicity of the tailings and the severity of the

disaster. A smile isn’t going to cut it. The chances of the Imperial Metals, the same company that owns the Mount Polley mine, getting their Ruddock Creek proposal accepted by the people of B.C. just became a whole lot slimmer. Richard Smiley, Anglemont

Neskonlith band calls for public inquiry While abatement orders for the Mt. Polley mine disaster in Northern British Columbia have been issued, impacts are being minimized by the mine and the province. It is impossible to fully assess the true nature and extent of impacts to the water, land, salmon and plants at this time. First Nations must be involved right from the beginning in the risk and cultural heritage assessments. As with the Tsilhqot’in Nation and Northern Secwepemc, Neskonlith Indian Band holds both industry and government

accountable but recognizes a co-operative environment is needed at this time to address this issue. However, the situation at Mt. Polley underscores the reasons why industry must work collaboratively with First Nations in which they operate. The multiple citations received by Imperial Mining leading up to this pollution event leaves us with no alternative but to reject mining activities until we are certain that companies will be held liable and are operating in compliance with regulatory standards, and that

these standards consider the value of our land to us. But are these standards adequate and enforceable? This should be questioned by all B.C. citizens. The overall failure to assess and manage the risks of mining, combined with the lack of oversight and analysis leads us to conclude, at this time and with the resources available, that mining activities, their operators and oversight create an unreliable situation for our Indigenous people and residents within B.C. We hope to establish open

communication and make it absolutely clear that we place value on our land and rights that cannot be damaged or destroyed. Until this occurs, no mining or exploration in Secwepemculecw can proceed. The Mt. Polley mine incident must be investigated to the fullest, including a public inquiry. We must protect our water and our salmon – they are our life source. Our future generation’s survival depends on this. Chief Judy Wilson, Neskonlith Indian Band

Archaic industrial practices need upgrade Watching the devastation of the beautiful pristine environment around Quesnel Lake destroyed, reminds me that only two or three decades ago we drank water directly from the lake while on a camping trip in the area. Quesnel and Horsefly lakes – God’s country indeed. But times have changed. Today, global population is stretching Earth’s capacity. We must finally recognize that clean, fresh water is more precious than gold. We need to ask ourselves some hard ques-

tions: Can’t we improve tailings ponds security? Isn’t there a more permanently secure way to retain these toxic wastes than by earthen dams? Even the slightest risk that we’ll see arsenic, mercury, cyanide, etc in waters that feed salmon, deer, waterfowl, large predators like bear, and wolves (pity they can’t read the danger notices we put up), as well as, of course, humans, must mean we stop, and change practices. I wonder if concrete dams and permanent liners couldn’t work better? We retain clean

water behind concrete dams, why not the toxic stuff? Improvements could bring B.C. and Canada to the world forefront in safety research, and practice. Both government and industry must finance this work. The best ways to encourage safety improvements are monetary. Mining companies must be on the hook to remediate the entire debacle, and if they go bankrupt, then their CEO’s must be personally liable, or go to jail. On the positive side, those

that put in reliable improvements to contain wastes safely, encourage recycling, etc. should get substantial tax breaks. B.C. is not a Third-World resource dump, and industrial practices must change with the times. Can you imagine this happening in Germany? Can you even imagine this sort of operation being allowed in Europe? Canada needs to get with the times. The mindless frontier days are over, period! Eva Lyman

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break from fundraising activities hosted at the Wicked Spoon by owner Kathy Bradford (front left) Thursday evening. The team’s seven-day ride began that day in Kamloops, and will take them through the Interior ending in Keremeos, making several overnight stops along the way to raise awareness about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease), and funds for ALS Canada. For more info, visit www.cycleofhope.ca.

Maiya Kiy says the hardest thing was seeing frustration in his eyes. Her father Dirk, could no longer walk, had lost significant mobility in his right side and was starting to lose the ability to swallow, following a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The motor-neuron disease slowly robbed her intelligent, and once vibrant, father of both voluntary and involuntary muscle use and there was nothing she could do to stop it. “It was a huge adjustment especially because he is your dad and he was supposed to be strong and he is the man of the family,” she said. “It was all a big

“I know the journey they will have to go through and it is heartwrenching because you know it affects every waking moment of their life. It affects everyone around them, and having any normalcy in life is very hard to do,” Bradford said. “And the more people know about what is going on and what you are dealing with, the easier it is for them to at least reach out and be able to help. Eventually (the goal is) to find an answer, find a solution, find a cure.” Maiya said she couldn’t agree more and is happy to support the ride despite the fact the team is comprised entirely of riders from

outside the community she lives in, if it will raise the profile of a still misunderstood disease. “I think it is really important to get the word out, especially with ALS, because half the people I talk to haven’t even heard of it before and it is such a terrible disease,” she said. “Unless it hits home for someone, they are not going to want to support it. This is not a geographical community, it is a situational community.” For more information, visit cycleofhope. ca.

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Cycle of Hope: Team cycles first leg from Kamloops. challenge especially when you are that age and you think your parents are invincible.” Only 16 years old when her father was diagnosed, the Salmon Arm resident could only watch as he eventually regressed to the point he could no longer feed himself or even swallow, needing a feeding tube to stay alive until the incurable disease took him in December 2008. While his body was still able to digest his food, his lungs were no longer strong enough to expel the carbon dioxide from his body and it eventually shut down – only three years following diagnosis. Five-and-a-half years later, Maiya keeps her father’s memory alive by supporting fundraising efforts including the ALS Cycle of Hope, attending a fundraiser at the Wicked Spoon restaurant where her mother Gerri Kiy and owner Kathy Bradford arranged an event on Day 1 of the one-week journey where 12 riders battled the heat over 115 gruelling kilometres from Kamloops to Salmon Arm.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): The Full Moon in Aquarius will highlight any new interpersonal relationships, either romantic or business, that transpired around the New Moon in Leo, on July 26. Blessings are coming your way and will highlight significant changes for you on a public level. Greater awareness of friendships and groups you are part of will allow you to emerge victorious this week!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The Full Moon in Aquarius will highlight your wishes and ambitions. Intentions made on July 26 will now come to be. This will manifest as increased finances and personal worth. You focus is on your public status and career. This could include motherhood as well. Blessings are coming your way soon in all areas mentioned - the first to be touched will be family and home life.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The Full Moon this week will highlight a new start for you with your family and home life. Changes that were instigated by your significant others, or business contacts ,will allow you to create a different destiny for yourself now. This week will allow you to see the group projects you’ve initiated succeed and advance in an even better direction that anticipated.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The Full Moon in Aquarius will bring you into the spotlight. Your wishes and dreams on a professional level are highlighted now. You will be celebrating a joyous event with friends and those you have a close bond with. This will in turn allow you to feel the blessings that are rightfully yours. You should be more able to create more acknowledgement of your true self this week!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The Full Moon in Aquarius will bring more blessings to your life. Yes, there was a change in your beliefs about foreigners, or you simply have decided to take a different route towards your ambitions. For this week you will take more action towards your personal desires at work. Also, your health and daily life will improve as new information will come in that will create balance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The Full Moon in Aquarius will highlight a greater understanding of some new philosophy that you entertained around the New Moon on the 26th of July. Actions will be taken behind the scenes now to develop this new perspective and to successfully share it with others. You will become more empowered by your actions as you walk your talk and aim higher than before!

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The Full Moon in Aquarius will have you focused on your finances and savings. Perhaps your New Moon intentions on July 26 were to make more of an income to clear any debts you have. This week will highlight others in your life in a very positive way. They will provide you with some much needed advice to help you feel empowered by your personal worth and finances.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The Full Moon in Aquarius this week will highlight your intentions towards your finances and shared resources with another. This could be your spouse or business partner. Being more of service to these individuals through your knowledge will help them and will also help you achieve your goals. You will feel empowered by the week’s end as more blessings enter!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This Full Moon in Aquarius is very important for you Leo individuals. It will highlight others in your life, friends, groups you are part of, and significant relationships, either business or romantic. What started around that time will manifest with greater gusto now. Please do not overdo it, you are shining as brightly as you can now - work with that energy to create blessings for all!

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): This week’s Full Moon will highlight your work, health, and daily life. Which aspect do you need more advice on? There will be a focus on this now and it will allow for you to fully access the proper direction towards your heart’s desires. You’ve side stepped your path for too long. Now you will see your true goals and dreams and will have the opportunity to re-align yourself!

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1924

G.G. McGeer K.C., at a meeting in the Institute Hall, roused people to the need of united action to demand equitable freight and express rates. The meeting was under the auspices of the B.C. Fruit Grower’s Association. Mayor William Newnes proclaimed a civic holiday between the hours of 2 and 5 p.m., to welcome the Governor General and Lady Byng. No exhibit at the great fair at Wembley aroused more interest than British Columbia’s forest industries display.

1934

Last year, one-third of the taxes were not paid and while crops were better, farmers could not sell their products at reasonable prices. A councillor said the district council could not be “Father Christmas” to those not working. Zeke Johnson was expected home after undergoing an operation, which resulted in the loss of a leg. He was reported to have come through his ordeal splendidly.

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1944

Summer sizzles on horseback

The Observer offered its congratulations to Premier Mackenzie King who on Aug. 7, 1944 celebrated 25 years as leader of the Liberal Party. Miss Jean Porterfield left to attend the annual meeting of the Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association at Winnipeg.

1954

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(Clockwise from top) Michele Larson, riding Tuff, clears a jump as Tammy Thielman watches during a jumping class at the annual 4-H Summer Sizzler program held Aug. 6 to 10 at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds. Gabrielle Heiss and Ali Crawford watch and wait their turn as Jordan Schell, riding Panda, demonstrates her ability to control her horse during a western pleasure riding test. Owen Duguai-McGivers and Caralyn and Georgia Currie take part in a level one western pleasure riding class with instructor Kaylee Mills.

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Sale of the Strudwick block on Shuswap Avenue was announced. It was purchased by Mrs. M.S. Davidson of Vancouver, from W.J. Jorgenson. Coun. W.H. Preston, chairman of the water committee, reported pipe had been ordered for extensions to Salmon Arm’s domestic water system on Auto and Homely Roads. Equipment was installed at the Starlite Drive-In Theatre to permit the showing of all types of the new widescreen pictures, it was announced by manager C.R. Hayter.

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Kale responds to massage HEALTHY BITES

Serena Caner When my friend who has chosen a vegan diet told me her favourite food is massaged kale, I was a little surprised. First of all, could I be friends with someone whose favourite food was kale? And secondly, what kind of person massages kale? Kale has grown in popularity over the past few years, moving from a garnish or a hippy food, to a mainstream super food. Today, it is considered one of the healthiest foods available due to its high concentration of antioxidant vitamins A, C, and K. It is also a good source of dietary fibre and many minerals such as manganese, copper, iron, potassium and calcium. The only down side to kale is that to many people, it tastes

as healthy as it sounds. Several varieties of kale exist – the most common varieties being curly kale and lacinato (or “dino” kale). For new kale eaters, the dino variety Kale has grown in popularity over the past few years, moving from a garnish or a hippy food, to a mainstream super food.

tends to be less bitter. Kale stalks are edible, but very tough, so are often removed before cooking. Kale can replace spinach or other greens in many dishes, but re-

quires longer cooking and has a more coarse texture. To my surprise, “massaging” kale is actually a great way to soften the leaf, if eating raw, or to spread oil if making kale chips. While kale is not my favourite vegetable, it is easy to grow in your garden, stores relatively well, and as mentioned earlier, is very healthy. A great way to introduce eating kale is by baking kale chips, which even my threeyear-old daughter will eat. If you are expecting their flavour to replace your standard bag of potato chips, you may be disappointed, but they still offer a crunchy, salty, satisfying snack. Massaged Kale Chips 1 bunch kale 1 tbsp olive oil 1/4 tsp salt

Preheat oven to 300 F (175 degrees C). Remove stems and tear kale into large pieces. Wash and dry kale thoroughly (if the kale is wet, it will not get crispy). Rub hands with oil, and “massage” kale until it is lightly coated with oil. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt or other seasonings. Bake 25 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Let it cool a few minutes before eating, allowing them to “crispen.” Other seasonings that can be added: nutritional yeast, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, toasted sesame seeds... Be as creative as you wish. -Serena Caner is a registered dietician who works at Shuswap Lake General Hospital.

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RHONDA KEANE PHOTO

Picturesque paddle A Salmon Arm resident has been chosen as one of the finalists for Your Best Shot, the 2014 Amateur Photographer of the Year contest sponsored by Black Press Community Media and London Drugs. Rhonda Keane was selected for her unique photo of a Gardom Lake scene as seen from a kayak. Judges noted it was extremely difficult to select finalists due to the high quality of entries.

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Furry friends in need will still get to eat their fill thanks to a new program running every Friday at Second Harvest. The BC SPCA’s Shuswap branch has started a new program that consists of donating all their extra cat and dog food for pet owners who stop by Second Harvest each Friday.

“We get a lot of donations through the shelter,” said Shelly Hand, branch manager, who noted the animals at the shelter are fed through a deal with the Hill’s pet food company. “We want to make sure animals stay in their home, and some owners just can’t (pet) afford food,” said Hand. “There’s need in the community. We want to pay it forward and support animals in general.”

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Heat blaze Athletes earn Ironman title their way to third place By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF

The Salmon Arm Heat Peewee baseball team swung into third place at the Provincial Championships last weekend. The team battled through five games with four wins and two losses, losing by one point in their final game against Comox. Their first game was on Thursday against North Delta and was a close finish, with a final score of 8-7 for the Heat. Their first loss came after playing a team from the Sunshine Coast. Salmon Arm was up after the first two innings, but the Sunshine Coast capitalized on fatigue mistakes and took the game. On Friday, the Heat battled against the Campbell River Tyee. Starting pitcher Keyan Orchard suffered a line drive to his knee in the first inning and was out for the rest of the game, but the Heat worked hard and ended up with a 5-5 tie at the end of the first inning. Salmon Arm shut the Tyee down through the next two innings while continuing their battling and offensive demonstration. By the third inning, Salmon Arm was leading by 11, and although Campbell River came in strong in the fourth, they were no match for the Heat who defended their lead to win the game with a 17-10 score. The Heat then battled a Kamloops team, and came out on top with a decisive 12-1 victory. By placing second in the round-robin pool, the Heat were pitted against Comox in the semifinals. The first two innings saw the Heat make nine hits, six runs and a solo home run by Logan Reynolds. Comox responded with five hits and two runs. After two innings, the heat were up by 6-2. The Heat managed to shut Comox down but the game ended in the seventh inning with a 7-7 tie. In the extra inning, Colby Jepson scored a solo home run, but Comox battled back and ended the game with a final score of 9-8.

Richard Benson, with longtime roots in Salmon Arm, recently completed one of his long time goals: a triathlon. But not just any triathlon – the Ironman, known as one of the most challenging endurance races in the world. Benson, who recently moved to Whistler to work as a physician, has crossed the goal off his list of things to do, as he managed to finish the notoriously difficult race on July 27. Benson said he grew up watching the Salmon Arm Triathlon, and had always thought of it as something he wanted to try, so when the Ironman came to Whistler, he decided to give it a go. “I kind of jumped in the deep end so to speak,” said Benson, who finished the race in 801st place out of 1,909 athletes. “I always wanted to do it but never thought I would. I just decided, why not do it now?” Benson, who had never swum competitively before, and didn’t even own a road bike, began his training in April. He trained for four months, mostly on the bike, in order to prepare. The race consisted of a 3.8-kilometre swim, a 108-km bike ride, and a 42-km run. He finished the swim in an hour and 20 minutes, the bike ride in just over six hours and clocked in the run at five hours and 28 minutes. “For myself, I couldn’t have expected any better,” said Benson in regards to the swim and bike. He said that going into the third round he was hoping to rely on his mental stamina. However, during the final run, his physical stamina slipped and he didn’t perform as well as he wished. But Benson is still happy to have finished at all. “It’s rewarding, for sure,” he said.

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September soccer Shuswap Women’s Recreational Soccer Association is once again hosting its popular September Soccer – four Thursday nights beginning Sept. 4 to Sept. 25. Start time is 6:30 p.m. moving back by increments to 6 p.m. as the days get shorter. Lots of fun, camaraderie and great exercise. Go to www.swrsa.net for more information or to register.

Tops at the links Senior Men’s golf play day at the Salmon Arm Golf Club, July 22 saw a four-man Team crapshoot competition. First place went to John Parton, Cliff Hosker, Gerry Hay and Bruce Motherwell. Second place went to Kem Scatchard, Troy Miller, Brian Wright and Wolf Hild. On July 29, Senior Men’s golf play day was an individual Stableford competition. 0 - 13 Handicap: first - Brian Stifora, second - Rae Wallis. 14 - 19 Handicap: first - Brian Wright, second - Al Williams. 20 and Up Handicap: first - Bob Browne, second- Gerry Hay. On Aug. 5, Senior Men’s golf play day featured a two-man team modified scotch format event. Winners include: 4.5 - 5.8 handicap index, Cliff Hosker and Wolf Hild; 6.7 - 8.3 handicap index, John Thompson and Gerry Kennedy; 8.7 - 13.2 handicap index, Al Inskip and Rene Cote.

Demolition Derby The 23rd annual smash ’em up event runs Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. with the first derby starting at 11:30. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children age 5 to 11 and kids 4 and under get in free. The event benefits the Salmon Arm Rescue Unit.

Accessible outdoors Help get your friends and family with mobility challenges out on Shuswap Trails. The TrailRider program provides two TrailRiders (single wheeled chariot for an individual guided by two sherpas) available for anyone to book for the day (for a nominal $10 donation). The TrailRiders are well balanced and easy to navigate on any trail (from easy flats like Salmon Arm’s Raven foreshore trail to steeper ventures like Enderby Cliffs.) Call to book today. Additional donations to purchase the third and final TrailRider are welcome. Email debram2@telus.net or call Debra at 250832-1353. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Levi Hollatz, Kaelan Bell, Cole Maybee, Frances Patrick and Tanner Scherck take part in a scrimmage game at the Vancouver Whitecaps Football Club Youth Skills Soccer Camp held Aug. 11 to 15 at Blackburn Park.

Kids have words for ’Backs Bike for Your Life By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF

The Silverbacks have a new slogan: Our Team. Our Town. Our Game. The slogan was born from a contest, where fans of the team were to come up with their own inspiring slogan for the upcoming season. Shauna Stewart and Betty Mohniger collaboratively came up with the winning slogan, but four other Silverbacks fans took the mission to heart, submitting over 20 slogan ideas to the contest. Shayla, 8, Logan, 14, and Tristan Ferguson, 16 caught wind of the contest, and being

avid hockey loves, decided to bounce around some slogan ideas for their hometown team. “Be the Difference, Every Game Counts, Eat Sleep Play, Fight to Succeed and Own the Moment,” were just a few of the ideas the siblings came up with and submitted for consideration. “It wasn’t as good as ours,” joked Logan, when asked about what he thought of the winning slogan. Their inspiration for their numerous submissions came from their own experience playing hockey. The oldest of the bunch, Tristan, started playing hockey when he was four years old,

and his siblings followed suit, with Shayla picking up on ringette instead. They all enjoy the sport and hope to continue playing. Tristan is trying out for a team in Kamloops so he can play Tier 2 hockey, a higher level than what’s offered in Salmon Arm. The kids, paired with their parents Debbie and Troy, who both grew up watching hockey, attend as many Silverbacks games as they can throughout the season, happy to support their local team. “All your friends are there, and you get to hang out and just watch some good hockey,” said Troy.

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Salmon Arm Bike for Your Life Century Ride takes place Saturday, Sept. 13. Join in the fun of a community bike ride and cycling celebration with more than 400 cyclists who are currently registered. Haven’t registered yet? No problem. A total of 100 registrations are reserved for Salmon Arm and School District #83 cyclists. There’s also no limit on registrations by 10-kilometre route cyclists. Register online at: bikeforyourlife.com or pick up a paper registration form at Ridetech, Trailheads or Skookum bike shops or download and print a form from the Bike for Your Life website. Enjoy a pleasant bike ride with your friends, a Shuswap barbecue lunch hosted by the Lady Striders, live local entertainment, draw prizes and fun activities for young cyclists. Registration fees: $25 for Adults, $50 for a family and $5 for children 18 and under. The 2012 and 2013 community bike rides contributed over $8,300 to the Salmon Arm Second Harvest Food Bank.

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Competition: Mike Strottman takes his tractor to Ontario event. By Chelsea Grainger OBSERVER STAFF

A Salmon Arm man and his tractor have headed to Ontario to compete in the Canadian Plowing Championships. It’s his first shot at nationals, and Mike Strottman is a little nervous. The Canadian Plowing Organization’s world championship competition runs from Aug. 14 to 16. Strottman will be competing against 10 others from across Canada in the seniors conventional plowing category. He qualified for nationals by placing well in the B.C. Provincials earlier this year. “It’s a little scary, it’s my first time at nationals, but I think I’m ready. It’s an honour to make it to nationals,” said Strottman, who has been competing in plowing since 1996, when he was 36 years old. “I started a little late,” he said. Strottman, who grew up on a farm, was in-

volved with the Pioneer Collectors Club in Armstrong in 1996, when he discovered competition plowing. Knowing the sport was declining, and taking his interest in tractors into consideration, he decided to give it a try. He started out in the antique class, which consists of using an old tractor to turn over the soil. “I was hooked right from the start,” said Strottman. Since beginning to plow competitively, Strottman has mainly participated in competitions in Armstrong and Chilliwack, and has recently moved into the champion class, where he uses a restored mounted competition plow that he worked on himself. Strottman says plowing can be difficult due to the precision required, but that is also something that he enjoys about it. “It’s a rewarding challenge, you have to get everything just right,” he said, noting that one of the chal-

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All packed: Mike Strottman with his restored mounted competition plow and tractor. lenges is also how the land changes at every venue. “Every piece of land is different – you need use your wits and intuition to get it right.” At the national championships he will be required to perfectly plow a 100-metre by 20-metre plot of land and will be judged on how straight and deep he has plowed, how the opening split in the soil looks and how the

ridge lines look. He will be given a total of three hours to complete the plow. “We’ll see how I do,” laughed Strottman. Although sometimes difficult, Strottman still enjoys plowing and plans to continue doing it for the foreseeable future. He’s even passed down his plowing knowledge to his daughter Vanessa, and is looking forward to sharing his love for it

posite the Shuswap Lake Provincial Campground. Sept. 27 – Mt. Baldy. Moderate hike with undulating terrain. Six-km long with a duration two to three hours. Alternate meeting place at the Mt. Baldy trailhead at 9 a.m. Follow the TransCanada Highway west through Sorrento, turn left on Elson Road to the end of the road, left over the railway tracks and left on South Shore Place. Trailhead is in a cul de sac on the left. Pre-register with the Shuswap Hospice Society by calling 250-8327099 or via email to judy@shuswaphospice. ca. Cost is $10 per person or $25 per family Take payment to each hike. Check trail descriptions at www.shuswaptrailalliance.com.

with his grandchildren. “The smell of freshly turned soil – you can’t beat it,” he said. Strottman noted the sport of plowing is still on the decline. “There’s not enough juniors getting into it,” he said.

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The route to Roots and Blues leads to Wednesday on the Wharf west gates. There will also be disabled parking located on the west tonight and a downtown Music Crawl tomorrow evening, arriving side of the grounds, on Fifth Street SW. at its final, fun destination at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds Friday. Any missing items can be retrieved at the lost and found booth Tonight’s Wednesday on the Wharf features Victoria folk-roots set up across from the food vendors. rockers Jon and Roy. Food vendors specializing in a several international cuisines Tomorrow night’s Downtown Salmon Arm Music Crawl begins will be dishing up a variety of tasty treats. Indulge in a taste of at 5:30 at An Diamo and moves to Pinz Tattoo, Shuswap Pie Com- the exotic or dig into in some traditional festival fare with deeppany, Ross Street Plaza, Blue Canoe, fried mini doughnuts and wash it Barley Station, Wicked Spoon and all down with lemonade, coffee or Hideaway Pub. Visit www.rootsandsomething a bit stronger in the beer blues.ca for times and performers. garden. Then on to the main show where Thai, Greek and Mexican foods festivalgoers are encouraged to apare also on the menu on the grounds ply sunscreen liberally, wear a hat and, an inaugural Roots and Blues and stay well-hydrated. Oh, and take pancake breakfast will take place at something warm for nighttime. the Ross Street Plaza on Saturday The fun begins when the gates morning. (See sidebar) open at 5 p.m. on Friday, and again Unique, handmade Canadian at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. creations will once again be feaA little preparation and everything tured in the popular artisan market. will run smoothly. More than 30 vendors from across Tickets will be exchanged for the province will set up shop and wristbands, which need to remain Ready to rumble: (Top) Juno award-winning sell their one-of-a-kind products. intact in order to access the grounds band The Sheepdogs headline the Roots & Blues Festival-appropriate tie-dye creagain. Festivalgoers are welcome to ations, exotic jewelry, glass works, bring their own blankets or tarps for Mainstage Saturday night. (Right) Paul Pigat and custom furniture are just a seating, but they must not exceed and friends performs Saturday and Sunday. few things that will be available to eight by 10 feet in size. shoppers at the festival. Chairs are also welcome, but As always, the fun extends to higher chairs will be relegated to the back of the audience to pre- the younger set at the Hub International Barton Family Fun vent them from blocking the view of the stage for others. For those Zone. The family friendly environment will be alive with acwho want to get up and cut a rug, there will be sanctioned areas for tivities and performances by kid-friendly performers. Kids can dancing so that those seated can see the stage. climb inside the belly of a magical salmon and journey through Smokers will be able to indulge along the perimeter of the fes- enchanted realms during Nylon Zoo’s performance, which will tival grounds where there will be small sand pails to dispose of take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday and at 12:20 p.m. on Sunday. cigarette butts. Remember that conditions are extremely dry with Kids are encouraged to sing, clap and dance along with Rattle the Shuswap in extreme fire danger. and Strum’s original tunes at noon on Saturday and 1:15 p.m. Anyone who needs assistance for any reason can look for mem- on Sunday. Dan Zanes’ Gusto Hour, rolls out at 1:30 p.m. on bers of the security team, who will be wearing red shirts and pa- Saturday and 11 a.m. on Sunday, and will feature homemade trolling the grounds during the festival. instruments that kids can try their hand at. Fun-fuelled Seal Skull For anyone in need of medical attention, a first aid station will Hammer will perform some of their favourite spooky songs at be located in front of the fairground riding ring and will be staffed 3:20 p.m. on Sunday, and Coig will play childhood favourites at by health-care professionals. If children are lost, they will be taken 4:20 on Saturday. to the first aid building by a security member. There’s still time to order tickets online at www.rootsandblues. For those who may need a little help getting around, a mobility ca, or by calling 250-833-4096. Remember, children 12 years of assistance shuttle will be running throughout the festival. For more age and under are admitted without charge when accompanied by information, head to the security stations set up at the main and an adult.

Follow the route to the inaugural pancake brunch Saturday Aug. 16, an event that brings Roots & Blues downtown. Downtown Salmon Arm in partnership with Salmon Arm Folk Music Society is hosting a free pancake breakfast for Roots & Blues festivalgoers and members of the community Where: Ross Street Plaza When: Saturday, Aug. 16th, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: Free, donations accepted and go towards Daybreak Rotary community projects. Who can come: Anyone! How are festivalgoers getting to the brunch? A free transportation service operated by Noble Adventures will be shuttling all day from the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds to downtown from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Handbills with shuttle routes will be distributed to all fairground campers. What else is happening? Fantastic entertainment by Roots and Blues Festival performers will take place on the Ross Street stage from 9:20 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.

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Fair a tribute to 100 years of 4H

Powerhouse performance

By Sandra Baker

Annie Cook as Sek’lap (Coyote) plays a powerful and humourous role in Tuwitames, a community play with a cast of 50, which traces the life of an adopted young man who discovers his roots in the Splatsin First Nation. The play, presented by Runaway Moon Theatre and the Splatsin Language and Cultural Program, brought both laughter and tears to sold-out crowds.

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The Salmon Arm Fair takes place Sept. 5, 6, and 7, this year celebrating 100 years of BC 4H. You will not want to miss the 4H horse shows, dairy, goat, sheep and photography. The 4H food booth is also a favourite eating spot. This year’s fair committee has been working hard to bring other exciting events for the whole community to enjoy. Some old favourites will be returning but there will be new events as well, such as the mini chuck wagon races and dog agility. The Global FMX motor-cross cyclists will be returning, as will perennial favourite, Adam Fitzpatrick, who is one of the top-rated Elvis Presley tribute artists in the world. Shuswap Idol will be back featuring local talent, plus there will be dancers on the main stage and other entertainers throughout the fairgrounds. Many great commercial and food vendors will also be here. The Salmon Arm Fair is a local community event that showcases the talents and skills of people mainly within Salmon Arm and the surrounding area. A mainstay of the fair are the exhibits that are entered from within our community. Everyone enjoys seeing their own exhibits on display or checking out what others have done. To see if there are classes that you may be interested in entering, check out the Fall Fair book, which is available at several locations including the Salmon Arm Observer, Lakeshore News, the library, Hucul Printing, garden centres, The Sewing Basket and Fabricland. The fair website www.salmonarmfair.com also has complete information on classes and regulations, as well as the entry forms. For those who have already been working throughout the year sewing, in the barn and elsewhere, or throughout the summer in the garden, registrations, with the exception of photography (see Photo Arts below), are now being taken at the Fair office which is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or at the three-day registration blitz – Thursday and Friday, Aug. 21 and 22 from 1 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The deadline for registering (including registration by mail) is Saturday, Aug. 23. The Fair is brought to you by community volunteers and anyone interested in helping out is asked to contact the Fair office at 250-832-0442. Do not miss out. Put the Fair dates in your calendar and enjoy a fun filled weekend in our community.

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Photo arts If you are entering the photography division, take your prepared (matted) photographs and entry form to the SASCU Memorial Sports Complex on Thursday, Aug. 21 or Friday, Aug. 22, from 1 to 7 p.m. both days. No Saturday entries will be accepted for the A5 Photography Division. For details and rules, check the website at www. salmonarmfair.com and go to Classes headings, then choose the options beside the A5 Photography Division – Classes, Entry Forms and Judging Standards) or pick up a Fall Fair booklet. There are new rules this year in the photography division, so read them carefully. For more information on the Salmon Arm Fair photography competition, contact convenors Ian or Wendy Clay at iwclay@shaw.ca, or phone 250832-2350.

Second Prize Winner Fran Egin

Third Prize Winner Freda Bostrom

$200.00 Freda Bostrom receives her certificates from Rick Proznick, Observer Publisher.

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Art smart Ella Spence and Ally Tettolowski receive instruction from Centre for Art and Technology animation department head Sean Ridgway during a drawing workshop held Saturday at the Salmon Arm branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.

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Making music to gather food for others It’s music with a purpose as musician Tyler Myroon hosts a fundraiser for the Second Harvest Food bank, Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Hideaway Pub. Hungry Artists Feeding Families is sponsored by Shuswap Coffee Company, West Ave Productions, and Hideaway Pub, says Myroon. “We are taking nonperishable food donations, that can be called in to Tyler at 250-4635578 until Aug. 23,” says Myroon. “Early food donations enter you to win a free Abstrakt Sonance hoodie, tickets to upcoming shows, CDs from West Ave Productions, one pound of Abstrakt Blendz Coffee from the Shuswap Coffee Company and a gift card for studio time for recording in the West Ave Studios.”

The Second Harvest fundraiser is restricted to those 19 years of age and older. Live entertainment begins at 9 p.m. with Vernon’s Immaculate, followed by Day Shaw Voo from Kelowna, Calgary’s Memo and Salmon Arm’s own Leo Zen and Myroon’s Abstrakt Sonance. Immaculate was the winner of the Vancouver Island Music Award for Hip Hop Album of the Year in 2013. A BC Interior Music Award nominee, Immaculate has pursued his life passion – writing, recording, producing, and performing hip-hop – for a decade. The Okanaganbased artist has established a reputation as a strong live performer with performances in eight countries and on multiple tours across

Canada. Rocking festivals like Center of Gravity, The Groove and the Hidden Music Festival in Kelowna, Immaculate has warming up audiences for established names like A$AP Rocky, Machine Gun Kelly, Three 6 Mafia, Xzibit, Hopsin, Bliss n Eso, the Demigodz, Swollen Mem-

bers, M.O.P, Masta Ace, Warren G, Classified, Zion I, Shad and Sweatshop Union. Immaculate has also established a solid buzz with the release of four music videos, his music charting on college radio across the country, and winning several online songwriting competitions against hundreds

of other entries from around the world. Abstrakt Sonance and Leo Zen have a European/UK tour coming up in November. This will be Abstrakt’s fifth European tour in two years. Admission is by donation of at least two non-perishable food items or $5.

etable, fruit and herb show, garlic poetry and photography. Submit a poem about anything and everything garlic. Enter a photo in one of the photography classes: “Anything Garlic!” “Life on the Farm” or “Pets and People.” A list of all the exhibition classes and other details are available at the Grindrod Garlic Festival’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ pages/Grindrod-Garlic-Festival.

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Natasha and Alex Stratikopoulos of Sorrento are delighted to announce the birth of a son, Thaddeus Ashton Thomas Stratikopoulos on June 14 at 1:34 a.m. weighing 8 lbs., 7 oz. Proud grandparents are Paul & Charlotte Poirier of Sorrento, and Tassos and Laurie Stratikopoulos of Kamloops, B.C.

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A taste for garlic Whether you enjoy eating or growing produce, can craft a witty poem about garlic, or capture life around you through the lens of a camera, the fifth annual Grindrod Garlic Festival on Aug. 17 is for you. Experience everything garlic and enjoy a day of music, arts and crafts, and local produce by the river. Festival organizers are looking for submissions for the following exhibits: garlic, veg-

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Dashiell is so happy to announce the birth of his brother Colton Emile Marshall on July 9, 2014. He shares this excitement with his mom and dad, Thuraya and Matthew Marshall. Proud grandparents are Jan and Bryan Marshall of Edmonton, Alberta and Michel and Janet Saab of Salmon Arm.

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Allie Tyssen & Garry Kallen and big brother Michael of Sorrento are delighted to announce the birth of a son, Sawyer Edward on July 9 at 7:15 p.m. Amazed grandparents are Doug & Gail Tyssen of Salmon Arm and Marcy & Peter Kallen of Kamloops, as well as Sid Murray, great grandpa, of Kamloops, B.C.

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Amanda & Colin McCauley of Tappen are proud to announce the birth of a son, Carter Daniel McCauley, on July 24, 2014 at 11:32 a.m. weighing 9 lbs., 5 oz. Proud grandparents are Tina & Gordon Spada of Tappen/Salmon Arm, and Dan & Cathy McCauley of Tappen, B.C.

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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our ofﬁce, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. AUGUST

Chapter.” Gallery hours: Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 250-546-8318.

SALMON ARM LATIN DANCE CLUB – Weekly practices in

SALMON ARM DOWNTOWN CULTURE CRAWL – Take yourself

downtown Salmon Arm: rueda, salsa, bachata, merengue, kizomba – partners or single, beginners welcome. Fun, friendly, free. Call 250 803-1104 for more information

on a walking tour of the downtown and visit 28 businesses that are featuring local artists. Tour map is available at the art gallery and Visitors Centre.

SALMON ARM ART GALLERY – presents the works created

SHUSWAP KIDS ARTS – presents “Art & Drama Day

Camps” for kids and youth ages 5-14 at the Shuswap Theatre in Salmon Arm. Register by email: shuswapkidsarts@gmail.com or call 250-253-4346. For more information visit meeshcreative.moonfruit.com or shuswaptheatre.com.

FAMILY SATURDAYS – continue at the art gallery each

LIVE JAZZ – at the Wicked Spoon restaurant every Tuesday

at 7 p.m. For more information call 250-832-2280. Admission by donation.

Wednesday on the Wharf features the folk root music of Jon and Roy at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Admission by donation.

THURSDAY, AUG. 14 PearlHaze, the jazz harmonies of Sophia Perlman and Terra Hazelton in partnership with Roots and Blues, at 7 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.

SUMMER ART CAMP – for teens aged 13

to 16, at the art gallery. This art immersion is for teens who wish to advance their skills and techniques in 2D and 3D media, and also want to learn skills to use in arts employment. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day, $125 per participant. Register at the Gallery.

THURSDAY, AUG. 14 Capping off the eight days of pre-festival outreach shows under the Routes and Blues banner, the fuse for the

TO AUGUST 16 SALMON ARM ART GALLERY –

FRIDAY & SAT., AUG. 15 & 16 SALMON ARM POTTERY CLUB – will hold a pottery sale at

The Mall at Piccadilly, during regular mall hours.

SATURDAY, AUG. 23 THE NIMBLEFINGERS BLUEGRASS AND OLD-TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL – will run from noon to 9 p.m. Listen to world

class bluegrass and old-time music from musicians from B.C. and beyond. This is a family event with artisans, yummy food vendors and a beer garden.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20 WOW – Wednesday on the Wharf features the modern

folk/Celtic vibe of Cod Gone Wild at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Admission by donation.

THURSDAY, AUG. 21

PLAZA JAZZ – Jazz at the Plaza features

TO AUGUST 14

TO AUGUST 24

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 WOW – The annual Roots and Blues version of

Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop in with your young children and enjoy creating something together while you see the exhibition.

presents “Art in the Attic,” a silent auction fundraiser of previously loved artworks, to raise money for custom art storage equipment for the community art collection. Silent auctions runs Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Auction closes Aug. 16 at 3:30 p.m.

during the 2014 Roots & Blues Festival. Twelve local artists “Paint the Festival” over two days, and their works reflect the music and energy of the event. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission by donation.

tickets, T-shirts and access to volunteer parties. To volunteer, call 250-833-4096, or visit www. rootsandblues.ca.

SHUSWAP PIE COMPANY – presents Thick as Thieves

(Jordan Dick on guitar, Blair Shier on bass and Richard Owings on violin) performing the music of Bill Frisell, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUG. 22 LUNCH BOX – The Lunch Box Stage music series presents

Safeword and the Gareth Seys Trio at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.

SATURDAY, AUG. 23 DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION FOR THE SALMON ARM FAIR A1 DIVISION ARTS & CRAFTS – Artists are encouraged to

support their community fair by entering their work into the A1 Division • www.salmonarmfair.com

TUESDAY, AUG. 26 CD RELEASE TOUR – With music

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CARAVAN FARM THEATRE – presents The Tragical Comedy

of Punch & Judy featuring an antique, circus-like esthetic; large-scale puppets, a live three-piece band, horse-drawn carts with unfolding stages, big and colourful costumes, loud wigs, painted masks and plumed ponies. A summer comedy for the whole family to enjoy. Call 250-549-SHOW (7469) to reserve. caravanfarmtheatre.com *ShuGo participant.

TO AUGUST 30 THE ARMSTRONG SPALLUMCHEEN ART GALLERY – presents

the “Federation of Canadian Artists North Okanagan

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27 WOW – The Salmon Armenians cap another Wednesday on the Wharf season with their bold, big-band sound at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Park. Admission is by donation.

R.J. HANEY HERITAGE VILLAGE –

presents a Villains & Vittles Dinner Theatre Production. Nellie Trueheart’s Encounter with Pureville N.E. Call for reservations: 250-832-5243. Show times: Wednesday, Friday and Sundays. Dinner at 6 p.m. Special matinee show: Thursday, Aug. 21 at 1 p.m. For more information, visit www. salmonarmmuseum.org.

reminiscent of Simon and Garfunkel, Ash & Bloom will celebrate the release of their full-length album, Let The Storm Come, at 8 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon. For more information visit www.ashandbloom. com

THURSDAY, AUG. 28 2014 edition of the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival will be officially lit during the late afternoon of Thursday, Aug. 14 with the annual Music Crawl. Visit www. rootsandblues.ca for details.

FRIDAY, AUG. 15 LUNCHBOX – The Lunchbox Stage series features the

easy listening folk music of Penticton’s Good Enough For Dad at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.

HOT TIME – Gates to the annual, three-day Roots and

Blues Festival open at 5 p.m. with the “roots rock” sound of Jon and Roy on the Focus Stage. The Blues Stage opens at 5:15 with Berklee Roots Road Show. Festival organizers are still in need of several volunteers to fill a variety of positions. Volunteering before, during or after the festival can get volunteers free passes, food

PLAZA JAZZ – The 2014 version of Jazz at the Plaza concludes with the rich jazz harmonies, grooving funk and R&B rhythms of Safeword – Gareth Seyes on trombone, Jordan Dick on guitar, Blair Shier on bass and Devon Leyenhorst on drums.

FRIDAY, AUG. 29 LUNCH BOX – The final show in the Lunchbox Stage series

features Phoenix Goldsmith.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 SALMON ARM ART GALLERY – presents the Society of

Canadian Artists Annual Juried Exhibition, opening reception at 7 p.m. with live music and refreshments. Exhibition runs Sept. 6 to 27. Admission by donation.

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STUNDEN , IRENE JOSEPHINE June 18, 1924 - July 7, 2014 It is with heavy heart that I announce the love of my life for 49 years. Irene Josephine Stunden (nee Hautala) passed away after suffering a stroke She is survived by her husband Ronald A. Stunden. Also brother Bill Hautala of Halifax NS. Nieces Sandi Hill (Ron) and children Reid, Amy and Kelly of New Westminster; Nancy Ward (Brent), children Hayley and Samantha of Coquitlam and nephew Roberta Hautala (Bronnie) and children Natalia and Jack of Kelowna. Nephews Bruce McArthur (Rita) and children of Halifax NS, and Ian McArthur (Dorothy) of Chase, BC. She also leaves behind the extended Laitinen family in and around Salmon Arm area. Predeceased by parents Jack and Aina Hautala, siblings Mildred McArthur, Robert Hautala and Jack Hautala. Irene grew up in Salmon Arm. BC. and took her nurses training at Royal Columbian School of Nursing specializing as a surgical OR nurse. She worked for many year at Royal Columbian, Burnaby General and Richmond General Hospitals. Member of Order of the Eastern Star, Richmond Chapter, Ladies of Van Zor and the Royal Columbian Hospital Alumni Society. Special thanks to the Richmond Fire Dept. Ambulance and the VGH staff at 6A Pattison Pavilion for their care and support of Irene. No service by request. Donations to be made to the Shriners bus for Kids in Irene’s name KAPU, TRACEY (NEE CARTER, KUZEK, REID) Tracey Kapu (nee Carter, Kuzek, Reid) born September 18, 1964 in Eatonia, Saskatchewan passed away after an eight year tenacious fight with cancer, July 29, 2014 in Salmon Arm, B.C. She will be sorely missed by her daughters Marley and Haley Kuzek, her mother Joan Boyer, father George Reid, siblings, Russell Reid, Robert Reid, Debbie MacCauley, Dale Reid, and Tania Reid, Her Aunts and Uncles, cousins, fifteen nieces and nephews, who she was a favourite Auntie to, her many friends and of course her constant companion Zabean, her pet dog. Tracey was an active resident of Salmon Arm since 1990, she supported many of the local cultural events such as Roots and Blues and loved to enter crafts and home grown produce and products in the fall fair. Tracey will be remembered for her loving care she gave to many of Salmon Arms developmentally challenged adults through her home care, whether it was providing short term or long term care, Tracey did her best to guarantee a loving environment for her clients. Tracey was a loving person with a zest for life. Her many interests and talents included music, cooking, reading, traveling, the outdoors, crafts, sewing, animals and sports. She was always ready to entertain guests whether it was tea or coffee with a mellow crowd or playing hackie and feeding her daughters teenage friends. A small beautiful memorial was held August 5th in Sicamous, B.C. attended by family and close friends. The family wants to thank the caring staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital as well as Doctor Karina Theron for their tremendous care for beloved Tracey. In lieu of flowers donations to the Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Tracey’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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On the evening of August 2, 2014, Bruce passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital after a brief illness. His loving wife of 62 years (Elizabeth) was by his side. Raised on his family’s farm in Stanstead, Quebec and then later in Lennoxville, Quebec he was the eldest of four children born to Everard John Campbell and his wife Phoebe May (nee Paige). After attending Stanstead college and working a while for Bell Telephone in Sherbrooke , QC. , in 1950 he and an equally adventurous co-worker decided to head west. He ended up in Vernon, BC and started his life long career working for Okanagan Telephone Co. and BC Telephone Co. He worked out of the Vernon & Penticton offices for a few years but most of his 34 years with the company were spent here in Salmon Arm. Bruce met his wife Elizabeth Runcie (Betty) in Kelowna and in August 1952 they married and together raised three children. Bruce was a devoted father who made certain that his children (and grandchildren) had the many privileges that he did not have while growing up during the depression years. In 1984 he retired to his home in Blind Bay where he enjoyed the majority of his 30 retirement years caring for and riding his horse “Shadow”, golfing and fishing with his friends, taking the odd camping trip up into the mountains by horseback and spending quality time with his grandchildren. He instilled in all of us a love of animals and nature and that the joy of owning an animal as a pet such as a dog, horse or cat was a privilege and responsibility not to be taken lightly. Many from Penticton and Salmon Arm will remember Bruce as their hockey coach, baseball coach, or boxing coach in their younger days. He always took the time for young people and there was many a horse ride around the pasture on his gentle horse “Jubilo” given to any youngster who asked for one. Bruce was pre-deceased by his parents, his youngest sister Marian, his brother Gordon, his only son Daniel in 2013 and his beloved chocolate lab “Dante” on April 23rd of this year. He is survived by and will be missed greatly by his loving wife Betty, his sister Jean Morrison, his daughter Jeanne Campbell-Wensrich (Brent Wensrich) his daughter Marianne Campbell , his granddaughters, Dr. Rebecca Campbell (Scott Karpiak) & Jacquelin Anhorn (Ryan Graffunder) and by his grandson, Daniel Anhorn. He is also survived by his great granddaughters Roselyn Karpiak and Portia Karpiak , several cousins, nieces and nephews spread out across Canada and the US and so many good friends. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the medical staff in Kelowna & Salmon Arm, especially to those nurses and care-aides who made that extra effort to take special care of Bruce during his time in hospital. In lieu of flowers a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. There will be no formal service by request. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Bruce’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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Clair Byron Violet Berger Allen Baker Kenneth Kirby Gord Swire Evalyne Baynes John Koop Irmie von Hansen Tracey Kapu Elaine Nord-Johnson Helen Kurtz Darlene Henderson

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Russell Travis (Rusty) Waterson Russell Travis (Rusty) Waterson passed away at Piccadilly Terrace, Salmon Arm on Sunday, July 27th, 2014 at the age of 94 years. A Celebration of Life for Rusty and his wife Louise, who passed away in December 2013 will be held at the Sicamous Senior’s Center on Sunday afternoon, August 31, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Interment of Rusty & Louise’s cremated remains will take place in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke. Rusty was born in Victoria, B.C. on December 16, 1919 and had been a longtime resident of Sicamous. He was raised in the Enderby area and in his younger years worked at many different jobs, from working in the Victoria area at a shipyard where the Liberty Ships were built for the war effort, to working with the CPR in Revelstoke and in Sicamous. In the early 1960’s he worked at road construction, at first on the Rogers Pass and subsequent projects around the province, eventually ending up working with the Highways Department in Sicamous, where he worked until he retired. Gardening with Louise was Rusty’s favourite past-time and playing crib and bowling were long-time hobbies. Rusty was predeceased by his wife Louise. He is survived by two sons: Ralph (Judy) of Sicamous and Harley (Livia) of Surrey; two step grandchildren: Don (Angela) Waterson of Revelstoke and Dennis (Robin) Peterson of Vanderhoof and one sister, Bernice McCormick of Vancouver. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Rusty’s obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

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PFEIFER, HILDA EMMA DEC. 24, 1922 – JULY 8, 2014 It is with great sadness that we have to let you know that our Auntie Bill passed away. Hilda Emma Virtue was born in Okotoks, AB on December 24, 1922 to Sam and Clara Virtue. She grew up in Okotoks, Black Diamond and later in Turner Valley areas. She married Herman Pfeifer in 1941, and they resided in Turner Valley until 1953 when they transferred to Blue River, BC and transferred again to Kamloops in 1961. Throughout their lives Auntie Bill and Uncle Herm were wonderful, kind and fun to be with for all their nieces and nephews and any other children whom they met, they were such a good match. All of us were very fortunate to have them in our family. Sadly, Auntie Bill was widowed in 1968. She later took some courses at Cariboo College and subsequently worked at the Kamloops Library (a perfect fit for such an avid reader) until transferring to the North Kamloops Library when it opened, retiring in 1982. She travelled and saw what she wanted including a bus tour across Canada. She also travelled to Australia, Mexico, England and Europe including Switzerland. She moved to Salmon Arm in 2003 and remained there until her passing on July 8, 2014. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Herman Pfeifer, and siblings Dorothy Hall, Jim Virtue, Joy Kendall and Gordon Virtue; nieces Lorna Virtue and Jo Ann Kendall (Wright) Scheck and nephews David Kendall and Wayne Kendall. She is survived by her nieces and nephews: Laurie (Wilf) Durand; Sharon (Richard) Durand; Gordon (Carol) Virtue; Pam Hill; Lorne (Tracy) Virtue; Rick (Ellen) Kendall; Barb (Ken) Veillette; Bob (Linda) Kendall; Jackie (Jerry) Veillette; Jill Kendall; Don (Bunny) Pfeifer and many great nieces and nephews as well as great, great nieces and nephews all who knew that we were well loved by Auntie Bill. She had prearranged her wishes with the help of Vince and Tammy at Fischer’s Funeral Home, their support was greatly appreciated by Billie and the family. Thank you to Dr. J. Aitchison; BC Ambulance staff, Staff at SLG Hospital and Bastion House; and especially to Troy DeVries at Baptist Housing Foundation. A family graveside service was held at Hillside Cemetery in Kamloops and she is placed with her husband. If you wish to make a donation, please make one to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Billie’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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BUDZINSKI, SHIRLEY ANNE It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Shirley Anne Budzinski in Kelowna, BC on August 6, 2014. Shirley was born in Edmonton, Alberta on May 22, 1948. She spent many years in Whitehorse, Yukon before retiring in the Shuswap. She is survived by her husband Michael, son Gerald, daughter Michelle, grandchildren: Kylie, Allisa, Darcy, Bella, Brook, and Moira. She was predeceased by her father Dave, mother Anne, brother Russell, and sister Margaret. Shirley is survived by her brothers Donald and Arvey, as well as sisters Judy and Brenda. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 14, 2014 at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. The family extends their thanks and gratitude to the nurses and staff in the ICU. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation (www.kghfoundation.com). Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077. YANKO, PETE 1918 – 2014 Pete (Peter) Yanko died peacefully in his chair at home, in front of his window, on a sunny afternoon Sunday, August 3, 2014 at Piccadilly Care Centre, Salmon Arm at the age of 96 years. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 64 years Tassie and granddaughter Cindy Hitchcock. Born in Kelliher, SK, one of 13 children, he is survived by two brothers Joe (Nancy) and Ernie (Ann Marie), sister Stella (John) Bruschinsky, children Ken, Don (Sonya), Carol Ann Reid, Tammy (Vince) Fischer, grandchildren Alisa Bagshaw (Roger), Leon and Nelson Yanko, Jeremy (Olivia), Vinnie and Dawson Fischer, great grandchildren Braeden (Jenna) Hitchcock, Kirsten Hitchcock (Quinlan) and Jordon Fischer as well as many in-laws, nieces and nephews. Sincere thanks to Dr. Skubiak, Lander’s Lodge, Piccadilly Care Centre and ALL the community care professionals who assisted with Dad’s care in the past four years. Pete lived and worked in Burnaby, where he built their home, as a plastering contractor for over 60 years. An honest man who loved to dance, play cards and had a smile for everyone. An open house will be held Sunday, August 17, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the residence of Don (Sonya) Yanko, 2151 1st Ave SE, Salmon Arm. Inurnment to follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Burnaby, BC on Friday, September 26, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm. Email condolences and share memories through Pete’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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CEDERHOLM, MARGARET Margaret Cederholm passed away in Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at the age of 82 years. A Family graveside service was held at the family plot in Mt. Ida Cemetery on Saturday morning, August 9th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life service and reception at the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre at 11 a.m. with Jack Bowers the Funeral Celebrant. Urn bearers were Tammy Robertson and Chad Becker. Tributes were shared by family and friends, including three of the grandchildren, Chad, Tyler and Tammy. Born in Hillcrest, Alberta on October 12, 1931. She has resided in the Shuswap since 1949, marrying the love of her life, A.S. (“Spike”) Cederholm on March 30, 1951 (during spring break up). Margaret was proud of her former restaurant work in such places as the York in the Old Hudson Hotel, The Tavern Inn, for the late Tom Middleton, and the original Co-op Mall (now Piccadilly), where she was sent to Drumheller, Alberta for 3 months of training. Despite her failing physical health, she remained active with the Canoe Senior’s, always willing to assist with the phone calls for the variety of receptions and socials. She is well remembered for her love of family and friends and her acceptance of others, her generous ways and her love of life, regardless of all the hardships along the way. All who knew her will have many fond memories. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, Carl and Bertha Firestone, daughter, Debby in 1971; son, Les in 2005; husband, Spike in 2009, brothers, John, Charlie and Max Firestone. Margaret leaves her loving and dedicated family; daughters, Linda and Sandy (Stan), grandchildren, Tammy (Jim), Debby (Lance), Chad (Julia), Tyler (Crystal); great grandchildren, Josh, Matt, Callum, Myla, Declan, Sienna. Ever, and Ryder; and many extended family and friends. Donations in memory of Margaret may be sent to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, VIE 4N3, or the charity of one’s choice. Email condolences may be sent to Margaret’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

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Are you interested in a positive, busy, dynamic and challenging work environment that offers room to grow? The Herbal Health Centre (private club for medical cannabis) is recruiting team members for client care and counter service, order processing, administrative duties, etc. Preferred candidates will have excellent industry and product knowledge, excellent communication skills, computer literacy, plenty of patience and an always-positive attitude. Independent thinking, problem solving and initiative are requirements for joining our team. Applicants should be comfortable speaking with the public in an educational and sales capacity. Health care industry experience an asset. Administrative experience an asset. Compensation to be negotiated. Please forward resume or apply in person at: The Herbal Health Centre, Attention: Ben 46-100 Kalamalka Lake Rd., Vernon, BC V1T 9G1. Phone: 778 475-3398 Fax: 778 475-3397 email: info@thhc.ca

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DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICE WORKER This is an established program of training that provides classroom and hands-on supported learning. With the completion and certification, participants will be qualified to positions within Kindale Developmental Association supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. For consideration applicants must be/ have: • • • • • • •

At least 19 years of age Grade 12 diploma Be in good Health A Class 5 driver’s license Clear criminal record check First Aid certification Available to start September 15, 2014

Please send in a letter of interest to: Rose Breitkreutz Kindale Developmental Association 2725A Patterson Avenue PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Phone 250-546-3005 Fax 250-546-3053 Email: rose_breitkreutz@kindale.net www.kindale.net

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Services

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Financial Services

Home Repairs

Fruit & Vegetables

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

Open Houses

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.

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.

BERRY PICKERS NEEDED At Sandy Acres Berry Farm. .50 to 1.00/lb, 250-832-5398. Cherries/Strawberries/Raspberries Ready now. Place your orders (250)832-5398

MOVING! Everything must go. W/D, stove, tools, many household & furn. items + all the usual small stuff, Sun. Aug 17, 9-3, 5200 30St NE

We buy & sell it all: windows, doors, kit. cab.,paint etc.Happy Harry’s Liquidations, 5201 27th St.,Vernon, Call 250-549-7099. WINDOW SALE ON NOW!

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

Misc Services

Garage Sales

Home & Yard

2430 BASSETTE RD. Blind Bay. Aug. 15 & 16, 9 to 4. Hshld, antiques & tools, misc. 2590 GOLF COURSE DR. Blind Bay. Sat. Aug. 16, 9-3. Antiques,hiking/armyfatiguegear,furn, wrought iron,etc 3592 White Lake Road every Sunday in August, 9-4 Enviro pellet stove, Stihl & Husquvarna chainsaws, Mt. bikes & bikes, tread mill, woodwork tools, tires & wheels, 18’ & 16’ canoes, windows, doors, patio, leaf blowers, weed whipper, Fordson Major diesel tractor, 9.5’ Vanguard camper w/furnace, toilet, F/S (250)835-8331 CANOE: 5161 60Ave. NE across from Randy’s Marina, Fri, Sat. Aug 15,16, 9-3, 2001 Dodge Caravan, low kms $2200. 15ft. Scamper holiday trailer, ‘67-’70 GM Body parts, tires, 250 AC Folley Cougar arc welder, tools, yard tools, 1 Ford LGT 145 runs & 2 Ford LGT 165 needs repair $900 for all 3 lawn tractors, western books, chain saws Huge garage sale, Sat & Sun Aug 16 & 17, 8-5, Single axle dump box, firewood, windows, doors, ladders, electrical boxes, chrome-plated shelving, many items. 164 Black Rd. 5th house past Timms Rd. MCARTHUR Hgts: Moving Sale, Sat 16th & Sun 17th, 9-4, 2604 Duncan Rd., chesterfield, loveseat, tools, etc. Everything must go. SA: 1311 16St. NE, Aug 15/16, 8-noon, clothes, toys, mini fridge, lawn mower, misc.

A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ 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

OPEN House at 2761 Golf Course Drive Sunday, August 10, from 1-3 pm. This 4 bed, 3 bath custom built home with triple garage and beautiful yard is minutes from golfing or boating at Shuswap Lake Estates. MLS# 10077553. Price REDUCED to $439,000. Call Glenn at 250-307-1101 or email glenn@propertybc.com for details.

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. LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions ONLINE AUCTIONS: Heavy & Recreational Equipment - Terex Dozer, Chris Craft Boat, Modified E-Tec Skidoo, Customized Sled Trailer, Gang Plank Edger, Motorbike & Glorious BC Mountain Ranch. www.mcdougallauction.com. 1(800)263-4193 PV#319916

Fencing

$500 & Under

FARM AND RESIDENTIAL FENCING 30 Years exp. - Serving the Thompson/Okanagan area. Fawndale Farms Ltd. 250-679-2813 fawndalefarms@gmail.com

MOVING,dark brwn vinyl loveseat & chair, oak tbl, queen bed, antiques. (250)832-9179

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

Farm Services

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.

• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

We Deliver

250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110 Garden & Lawn

Garden & Lawn

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PICK-UP OR DELIVERY

• Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw

Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449

Financial Services

MOVING Sale. 81 Krick Rd. Sat-Sun Aug. 16-17, 8-2pm. Cash only. Tools big & small, table saw, chop saw, drills, sanders, routers, air compressor, air tools, shop vac, many bins of misc. small tools & acc., gas weed eater, shovels, rakes, Honda tiller, snow blower, free standing patio umbrella, dinette set and so much more. SALMON Arm: Moving Sale, 1751 2Ave. NE, Sat. Aug 16, 8-2, furniture, sports equip., musical instruments, antiques, clothing, tools (250)833-4895 SA: Moving Sale Fri 15th & Sat 16th, 8-2, 2230 13St. SW, items large & small SICAMOUS 1221 Eagle Pass Way, Eagle Pass Landing by the Shell. Furn. & hhld goods, display counters & light fix. from EPL. 8-3 Aug. 15 & 16

Misc. for Sale 2 ELECTRIC ULTRAMATIC $1650. Kirby vacuum, all new, but shampooer, $1000. 32” TV, bracket & stand, $250. All OBO. 250-679-8450. 9 pc. antique dining room set, oak & marble, teak coffee & end tables, full set of twig furniture & cushions, patio furniture, concrete fountains & flower urns, elliptical trainer, guitar, antique bed frame, hall stand & piano (250)833-4895 or (250)253-7012 CLEAR PLASTIC TARPS, approx. 40’x40’, $25.00/tarp, Days (250)835-4541 Evenings/Weekends (250)833-2118 FLAGSHIP Mobility Scooter. All season top of the line. Red in colour. $4500. (250)679-3454

Pet Services

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

Misc. for Sale

NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS

Free Items FORCED to find new home for cat. Pref. farm/acerage. Blossom, 10 mth old Tabby spay/shots. (250)804-6043

Real Estate

Quiet in town acreage overlooking the lake

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

Excellent condition

Rentals

For Sale By Owner 1480 16th St. NE

Demille’s Corn Is Ready

0.51 acre, 5 bed, 2 bath

Peaches ‘N Creme Super Sweet Yellow

$395,000. (250)833-1396

TCHwy West Salmon Arm (250)832-7550 Too much to list for this little ad & too cheap to buy another ad 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. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS steel buildings. “steel overstock sale!” 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted Collector Buying Coin Collections, Native Art, Estates, Gold, Silver + 778-281-0030 FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com. PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 WANTED: A small truck in fair cond. for yard work. Call Sheila (250)832-3796

Houses For Sale

Townhouses

Houses For Sale Care-free living! 2 bedroom, 2 bath + den townhouse with a garage All one level Overlooks green space and has a lovely porch area Updated flooring, paint, fridge, stove and water heater see pictures at www.propertyguys.com sign#64890 $199,900. Call (250)832-6765 Rancher - walk to Piccadilly Mall. 1210 sq ft., 2 bdrm, 2 bath, open floor plan. Incl all appliances, easy care laminate floors, garage & RV park compound, adult oriented (55+), strata fees of $60/mo., one small pet allowed, geo thermal heat. 250-804-0055. #4, 1231 - 10th St. SW

Lots LOTS LOTS LOTS New subdivision in Canoe. Close to lake. Reduced. (250)836-4902

Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

Best rate 5yr-3.29%OAC

Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. Rates Consistently better than banks

(250)832-8766

Toll free 1-800-658-2345

Houses For Sale

IDEAL FOR: Table covers, crafts, drawing or packing. Various sizes.

Apt/Condo for Rent 2 BDRM avail Sept.15, NS, NO PETS, $750/mo + util. 191 4th St. SE (250)804-9627 Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartments Close to town, family owned & operated. Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Available Sept. 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694 LAKEVIEW MANOR Beautiful unfurnished and fully furnished Apts. Viewing Shuswap Lake & McGuire Park. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. *Short term rates avail. Ref’s req’d (250)833-9148 LARGE Bright 1 Bdrm Apt Over garage country living 5 min to Ind park shared laundry $575 util incl. 250-804-4895

Misc for Rent 2bdrm, 2bath Home ✦in Shuswap lake Estates, garage, large deck overlooking the lake, minimal yard work 4bdrm, 2.5bath Home ✦in Gardom Lake area, garage, deck, approximately 4 blocks from97B 3bdrm. 2bath Home ✦in Tappen area, garage, deck & view of the valley. Contact AL BINGHAM (250)804-6216 Royal LePage Access Real Estate

Mobile Homes & Pads 2 bdrm. Trailer, wood/oil heat. N/S N/P W/D $1,000/mo. 250835-4580.

Homes for Rent

Available at the SALMON ARM OBSERVER OFFICE • Cash Sales Only 171 Shuswap St. NW, Salmon Arm

16.6 ac, quality home, shop, etc. park-like setting, garden, hay/pasture, large mature timber, fertile soil, abundant high quality water, low taxes, motivated seller as already moved away for work. $529,000 realtors welcome. Call Chris for details: 250 713-6942.

AnythingHOUSE Is Possible OPEN

you’re Sunday, August 17 Wherever • 1-3 p.m.

3BDRM., 2bath, close to schools & downtown, NS, NP, $1300/mo. avail Sept 1st, (250)832-3980 5BDRM, 2 BATH 80 4St SE, $1550/mo. + util., NS, NP, shared W/D, avail. immed. (250)253-4444 NOTE: basement suite can be subletted by you if owner approves or you can rent as a whole house AVAIL. immed. 2bdrm. 5appl. home in quiet cul-de-sac uptown, $1400/mo. incl. util. (250)833-7840 CHASE: CUTE 2 BEDROOM house on nice lot in town. Aug 15 or Sept 1. Pet OK. Ref required. 250-981-1757 or email cherryhill771@hotmail.com

headed, 6970 Sunnybrae-Canoe Pt. whatever Road

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4 PRIVATE ACRES

$1,599,900

“THE DENT TEAM”

171 Shuswap Street • 250 832-2131 www.saobserver.net

250-309-3018

Red Havens & Free Stone Peaches TCHwy West Salmon Arm (250)832-7550 Too much to list for this little ad and if I buy a bigger ad the prices will go up SICAMOUS 4bdrm. 2bath. 1800sqft., laundry/rumpus room, quiet location, NS, pets neg, $1100/mo + util., satellite tv available (250)253-4060

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Rentals

Transportation

Suites, Lower

Cars - Domestic

1BDRM suite close to Uptown Askews & high school incl. util, internet & tv, $695/mo., NS (250)804-0399 1BDRM. w/o suite, utilities, wifi, satellite incl., all appl, 8km from SA $650/mo. (250)8327809 available Aug.1st CLEAN large bright 1bdrm suite walk in closet deck separate entr. util. incl. laundry satellite appliances No Pets non-smoking avail Sept 1 view now $800. (250)463-2876 LARGE 1 BDRM + DEN. Full

1987 Cougar XR7

fully loaded, low mileage, black 2 door coupe, moving must sell $3500. obo (250)679-2552 1999 TOYOTA Solana SE, 1 owner w/only 49,000 kms. Ph. 250-832-4753.

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You Deserve the Home of Your Dreams

P.T. CRUISER, 2003, 2.4 Turbo, under 118,000 kms. All the bells and whistles. $3850.00 OBO. 250-833-0038.

kitchen, laundry, 1 full bathroom. Separate entrance, large rooms.

Close to Uptown Askew’s. N/S, pets optional. $850/mo. (250) 517-9617. Large kit, newly reno’d, 2 bdrm, DT, Lge. priv. fenced garden, W/D, utils incl. On bus rte, N/S, N/P. Separate entr. $950. 250-515-5966 LOVELY lake front furnished 1bdrm walk-out suite avail. Sept. 1, 2014 - June 15, 2015 $750/mo. nat. gas/hydro inc. (250)835-0019 SALMON ARM- 2 bdrm bsmt suite, newly renovated, 1 car garage, cable & wi-fi available. Call 250-549-9471.

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Suites, Upper 1Bdrm+Den 10 min to town bright $725 all util incl NP 250835-4329/250-804-6016 LARGE 1bdrm, F/S, NP, NS, utilities & cable incl., female 35+ preferred, refs req. (250)804-6123 (250)832-4827

Townhouses 3 Bdrm Townhome for Rent in Salmon Arm. $1100 & $1200 /mth. F/S/D (no W/D but hookups avail). 1 Yr lease, Avail Sept 1. Call 250-575-0297 or email ewanke.wdl@telus.net to arrange viewing.

Want to Rent DISCREET professional company looking for one week high end house rental in late Feb/early March. Ideally 8 bedrooms with 8 bathrooms, but would consider smaller options. Please contact 1-250837-3734 to discuss further details. Attn. Kiel.

Transportation

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

Sport Utility Vehicle 2006 Dodge Durango SLT. Full load. Leather, 6 cd, DVD, power everything, 7 passenger, sunroof, heated seats, AWD/4WD, Hemi. 153295 km $9000 250 804-1728

Trucks & Vans 2010 Ford Ranger Club Cab, auto, 33,300km, like new, asking $16,000. (250)832-7837

Boats 1978, 17’ Canaventure, 175HP inboard, low hours, always stored under cover, c/w full top & EZLoader trailer. Mechanic owned/maintained, ex. cond. asking $3500. (250)832-2034 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

Homes for Rent

Lakeside Realty Ltd.

Homes for Rent

R E N TA L S

2 BDRM., 1 Bath 1/2 Duplex Close to shopping mall 740 10th St. SW, Salmon Arm

$750/mo.

2 BDRM., 1 Bath Apartment F/S, W/D, NS, NP 7010 Black Road, Salmon Arm

$750/mo.

Merry Anderson 250-833-2799 merryanderson@telus.net MANAGING BROKER

www.merryanderson.com

Everyone deserves a beautiful place they can call home. Shuswap real estate agents firmly believe in that and will strive to make it happen for you and your family. Check out their ads in our real estate section and call any of them today and make your dreams come true! 171 Shuswap Street, Salmon Arm 250-832-2131

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