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Death prompts inquiry Bastion Place: BCNU says care home’s staffing, facilities inadequate. By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

While there has been no official link made between an altercation involving two elderly Bastion Place dementia residents and the death of one of the men four days later, the BC Nurses Union is pointing to the incident as an example of inadequate staffing and safety mechanisms in long-term care facilities. John Young, 93, died Tuesday, Oct. 7. Four days earlier, in the early morning hours of Friday, Oct. 3, Young was involved in what Interior Health officials are describing as an “unwitnessed altercation” between two dementia patients living at Bastion Place. It appears that Young had wandered into the room of another resident who had a history of aggressive behaviour. Tracy Quewezance, regional chair of the B.C. Nurses Union for the Thompson/ North Okanagan, said the man had previously assaulted a Bastion Place nurse this summer. Both Young and the other man were taken to Shuswap Lake General Hospital, where they were assessed and then both later returned to Bastion Place. The B.C. Coroners Service is investigating the situation and an autopsy is being conducted to determine the cause of death. Those results are expected in the next few days. “We were informed of this death shortly after it occurred and because the circumstances were unusual for a long-term care home, we have opened an investigation,” said Barb McLintock, with the BC Coroners Service Friday. Karen Bloemink, executive director of residential services for Interior Health, confirmed the Oct. 3 incident to the Observer, saying staff at Bastion Place, “responded quickly and appropriately to provide care to both men involved.” See Cause on page A2

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Nearing the end of the journey

Sockeye salmon swim in the Adams River towards their spawning grounds in Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park on Sunday, Oct. 12. For more images of the event, turn to page A15.

Facing the Ebola threat Epidemic: Bev Kauffeldt returns to Liberia to help train others. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Bev Kauffeldt has experienced hell on earth and has chosen to return. Confident in her faith in God and her work, Kauffeldt flew back to Monrovia, Liberia on Sunday – straight into the maelstrom of an overwhelming Ebola outbreak. A worker with the Christian aid organization Samaritan’s Purse, Kauffeldt, her husband Kendell and their children have called Liberia home for the past 10 years. In late June, Kauffeldt first shared concerns about the disease that emerged in March in Guekadou, Guinea and how

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Samaritan’s Purse was working with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) to care for those who were ill and help halt the progress of the devastating illness. But the disease began its unabated spread over the next few weeks. In the first two weeks of July, Kauffeldt was working with MSF in a private hospital in Foya, Liberia, some 10 to 15 kilometres from where the outbreak had occurred. Her role was to oversee water management – making sure the clinic had potable water, sanitation and hygiene. Among her many tasks was removing the bodies of those who died. All those jobs are done by people wear-

ing personal protective equipment (PPE), often with chlorine sprayers on their backs to sanitize areas that may have been contaminated by body fluids. “It’s very claustrophobic and extremely hot; you have to get used to being wet inside your suit and trust it’s sweat, not a breach where something else is getting in,” says Kauffeldt, noting the process of dressing is a lengthy one with double, triple and quadruple checks by each person and another team member, followed by a mirror check to make sure no part of the body is exposed. “You have to trust your team, the equipSee Family on page A4

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to learn so we can do better next time and reinforce our effort on the things we are already doing now.” She says Interior Health has met with the families of both men and will continue to do so. “We, of course, offer our sincere condolences to the family.”

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Care facility: An investigation is underway concerning an

altercation between two elderly Bastion Place residents with dementia and the death of one of the men four days later. of aggression is one of three people at Bastion Place who have been identified as inappropriately placed, meaning they should be housed in a more secure unit. “This happens in all facilities across the province – there’s one or more residents who are identified as inappropriately placed and needing a higher level of care, but there are not enough funded secure beds at that level. This man should have been in the secure unit, but there were not enough beds and nowhere else for him to go. It’s very sad, really.” The BC Nurses Union is also advocating for higher baseline staffing levels at the facility. Currently, the base level of staffing for the 21-bed unit during the night shift is one licensed practical nurse and one care aide. There is one registered nurse on duty at night for the entire facility. Bloemink points out

that on the night of the incident between these two men, Bastion Place had already brought in one additional staff member for that unit. “We were already above the baseline model for that night… We have the ability to create safety by changing some of our methods of operations and by bringing on staff, one-on-one staff if needed.” In addition to staffing, increased security measures also need to be put in place which would prevent residents from wandering into other rooms, says Quewezance. “It is not their (the patient’s) fault, with dementia you have people who can be aggressive, violent and confused, and when they have someone wander into their space, it can be a recipe for disaster. What we need are more appropriate, secure facilities that can keep people apart for their

own protection and safety.” Bloemink notes that Interior Health is already conducting its own investigation into the situation and information will also be recorded as part of a B.C.-wide provincial incident-learning system. “Interior Health always wants to learn what we can from any situation and continue to improve care to our population of dementia clients… We want

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Continued from front “At this point there is no determination as to whether this altercation is connected to his death. There is an ongoing investigation by the regional coroner and we are waiting for that outcome.” Salmon Arm RCMP were also called to investigate the situation at the request of the coroner’s service. “Our investigation didn’t find any evidence of criminality,” said Staff Sgt. Kevin Keane of the Salmon Arm RCMP. Quewezance says the incident is an example of an increasing problem of inadequate care. “This is what we are seeing becoming more common every day in long-term care facilities. There’s not enough staff for the number of residents; the complexity of care for these residents is increasing, so they have higher needs; and there are not enough secure beds and units.” Both men were residents of a 21-bed unit, which includes 10 secure beds for dementia cases that require a level of care and monitoring that is above that of the majority of residents at the 80-bed facility. Both men, however, were not housed in the 10-bed secure section, but instead were housed in other beds in that unit. Quewezance says the resident with a history

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Drivers honk their horns in support of Ernie Scheil’s one-man protest of high gas prices in Salmon Arm Thursday afternoon along the Trans-Canada Highway. Schiel said he has become frustrated with the trend where locals have to pay more at the pump than those in neighbouring communities. Regular gas that day was 137.9 a litre in Salmon Arm, while it was 129.9 a litre in Enderby and Vernon, and could be purchased in Kamloops for 120.9. He continued similar protests over the weekend and on Tuesday.

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Group of 19 runs for council By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Salmon Arm voters will have no shortage of choices, come Nov. 15. It’s now a four-way race for mayor and a 15-way race for councillor. Vying for the mayor’s chair are incumbent mayor Nancy Cooper, incumbent councillor Debbie Cannon and former mayors Marty Bootsma and Ian Wickett. The deadline for nominations was 4 p.m. Friday. The last mayoralty candidate to declare late Friday afternoon, Wickett said he has accumulated a lot of information and experience, and thought it was time to put it back to use. He added: “I don’t get mired in

the past, I have ideas for the future, too.” In the race for councillor, three incumbents and 12 newcomers are seeking the six positions available. Incumbents running are Chad Eliason, Alan Harrison and Ken Jamieson. Former councillors running are Kevin Flynn and Ivan Idzan. Newcomers are Diana Altschul, Tom Birch, Jay Cadeau, Keith Chancellor, Tim Giandomenico, Jim Kimmerly, Tim Lavery, Wayne Masters, Ruth Thomas and Louise Wallace Richmond. In the race for Salmon Arm trustee for School District #83’s board of education, incumbents Bobbi Johnson and Michel Saab

are running, along with newcomers Marcel Bedard and Dale Townsend. A municipal all-candidates forum hosted by the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Salmon Arm is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. Because of time constraints, only written questions will be used. Also, there might not be time for all questions submitted. Submit yours by Oct. 27 at the latest by going to www.sachamber.bc.ca or www.salmonarmdowntown.com and select the link for question submissions. Questions will be viewed by a committee and will be queued by key topic and date of submission.

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and the UN were very slow to respond...” says Kauffeldt. “Now there’s a lot more people responding, but they just came too late to the dance.”

Continued from front ment and protocols; that, next to your faith, is the most important thing.” Back in Monrovia, days were busy and long. Unlike Foya where she might have gone into the clinic every two or three days, Kauffeldt was donning the protective gear and entering highly contaminated areas as many as three times a day. “You can’t be in the suit more than 75 minutes, but we were in there up to 90 minutes at a time,” she says, explaining nobody was allowed to put on the suit unless they were properly nourished. MSF and Kendell, as head of the Samaritan’s Purse mission, made urgent pleas for help to the World Health Organization, United Nations and the Liberian government, requests that fell on deaf ears. The two agencies did their best, but the death toll rose quickly. “On average, we were bagging two to three bodies a day,” she says with a long pause when asked what it was like to be so close to people who were dying. “Ebola is something straight from hell.” A hemorrhagic disease, Ebola includes violent expulsions of diarrhea and vomiting, accompanied by raging fever and eventually bleeding out through the body’s orifices. “So, so many people in so much pain you can’t even touch their skin... The doctors and nurses we worked with tried so hard to give some kind of comfort,” something Kauffeldt says was extremely difficult with the no-touch policy. “You comfort through your eyes and maybe a cold drink.” Kauffeldt says that by July 20 it was obvious to MSF and Samaritan’s Purse that the situation was spiralling out of control and beyond the abilities of the two organizations. When Dr. Kent Brantley and Nancy Writebol were con-

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Outbreak: Bev Kauffeldt, left, and Nancy Writebol, who later contracted and recovered from Ebola, check medical supplies earlier this year before the disease became widespread. firmed to have Ebola, the decision was made to evacuate other members of the Samaritan’s Purse team. Kauffeldt and her children were in a second group to be evacuated and had no idea where they were going until they were on the plane. They were not permitted to disclose their destination. Having to leave her husband until the next evacuation was difficult, but something Kauffeldt understood because of his position. “In all, the hardest thing was not being able to hug each other; we just stood and looked at each other and cried,” she says. Once back in North America, team members followed medical protocols, taking their temperatures twice a day for 21 days. Considered to be low-risk for spreading the disease, Kauffeldt said nobody felt much like going out among other people anyway. “We had just been through hell; we just wanted to find a hole and rest in it.” Back in North America, Kendell will stay with the couple’s sons, 10-year-old Isaac and 11-year-old Felix while Kauffeldt is in Liberia. Samaritan’s Purse has refocused their programming to one of a public health response. “We are not responding clinically, so no one will go into the units at all,” she says, noting workers will be training

Liberians and providing care kits and protection kits comprised of a bucket with chlorine, soap and gloves. “Our approach is working to reduce the transmission of Ebola and training Liberians to care for Liberians.” Secure in God’s grace, Kauffeldt says she is not afraid to return to Africa. “I would say I have a peace about going. Does that mean I won’t have some anxiousness when I land? No,” she says. “I have a full understanding that my life is in God’s hands, but that doesn’t mean I like the fact Ebola is destroying my home for the past 10 years. I want to kick it in the

butt, but I have a very strong respect for the disease.” Intent on taking life day-by-day for the moment, in the long-term, Kauffeldt is not finished with Liberia. “God doesn’t send us to easy places,” she says. “Working with Sams, we go into places that people are trying to get out of, that’s just the nature of our work. And in some ways, we have an amazing opportunity to help them in a practical way, show them God’s love and that there is hope.” And her hope right now is that the international community will step up to the plate. “It is very evident and obvious that WHO

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF SALMON ARM ENTREPRENEUR OPPORTUNITY! NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby givenOF that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold a CITY SALMON ARM This may be an opportunity for you or your firm to enter into a new business NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Public Hearing in the OF Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, en that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chamber of or add to your existing business Salmon Arm, Arm, BC, on Monday, October 27, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Avenue Salmon Monday, October 2014, Hearing at 7:00 p.m. that the NE, Council of the CityBC, of on Salmon Arm will hold 27, a Public in the Council Chamber of 1. a) Proposed Amendment to Official Plan Bylaw No. 4000: venue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, October Community 27, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. The City of Salmon Arm invites Proponents to submit tenders relating to the provision A-1 (LandPlan Use): Redesignate mendment to Amend OfficialMap Community Bylaw No. 4000:Lot 2, Section 13, Township of Janitorial Services for the following buildings: 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 from INS (Institutional) to HC endment to Use): Official Community Bylaw13, No. 4000: A-1 (Land Redesignate LotPlan 2, Section Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 from (Highway Service/Tourist Commercial). • City Hall / Court House 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC onal) to HC (Highway Service/Tourist Commercial). A-1 (Land Use): Redesignate Lot 2, Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 from • RCMP Detachment 1980 – 11 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC b) Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: nal) to HC (Highway Service/Tourist Commercial). • Fire Hall No. 1 600 – 50 Street NE, Salmon Arm, BC mendment to Add Zoning Bylaw No 2303: - Comprehensive Development Zone – 17” as to Section 55-CD-17 • Fire Hall No. 2 100 – 30 Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC endment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: in this report and renumber sections on 55-CD-17 -outlined Comprehensive Development Zone –the 17”remaining as outlined in this accordingly; report and renumber the • Fire Hall No. 3 141 Ross Street NE, Salmon Arm, BC and and nctions 55-CD-17 - Comprehensive Development Zone – 17” as outlined in this report and renumber the accordingly; • Fire Hall No. 4 5160 – 40 Avenue NW, Salmon Arm, BC ions accordingly; and Rezone Lot 2, Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 • Public Works Building 100 – 30 Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC , Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 from P-3 (Institutional) to CD-17 from P-3 (Institutional) Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 41628 from P-3 (Institutional) to CD-17 sive Development Zone - 17). The proposed contract period is from January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2017, with an toZone CD-17- 17). (Comprehensive ve Development option to extend for a further 2-year period. Development Zone - 17). Tender documents which outline the minimum requirements of the City of Salmon Arm 271 – 6 Avenue CivicNE Address: 1271 - 6th may be obtained from City Hall at 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC. All enquiries 71 – 6 Avenue NE Avenue NE should be directed to Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer. h of the Trans Canada of the & Trans Canada Location: North hway west of 16 Street NEof the Trans Site tours of each facility will be conducted on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. Please way & west Canada of 16 Street NE & west of Highway refer to tender documents for details. titutional 16 Street NE tutional The City reserves the right in its absolute discretion to accept any tender or to reject Present Use: Institutional Commercial Office Use any or all proposals for any reason whatsoever, or to select more than one tender ommercial Office Use Proposed Use: Commercial if it so desires. While price will be a factor in considering the tenders, it is not the Bylaw No. 4068 ant: Treadstone 71 Ventures Inc. Office Use sole criterion and the City reserves the right to use other factors in making the final Bylaw No. 4068 “Institutional” to nt: Treadstone 71 Ventures Inc. “Institutional” to decision. The tenders which qualify to be considered within this request will be “Highway OwnerNo. / Applicant: “Highway 4000-20/Bylaw 4068 and Service/Tourist evaluated on the merit of the total package submitted. 000-20/Bylaw No. 4068 and Service/Tourist Treadstone 71 Ventures Inc. Commercial” N-1012/ Bylaw No. 4069 Commercial” 1012/ Bylaw No. 4069 Tenders may be withdrawn by written notice only, provided such notice is received Reference: OCP4000by the City prior to the time set for the opening of tenders. All tenders will remain 20/Bylaw No. 4068 and confidential and will not be open to the public or other Proponents for examination. ZON.1012/Bylaw No. 4069 The closing date and time for receipt of the sealed tenders is November 21, 2014, 2. a) Proposed Amendment at 4:00 p.m. and must be submitted to Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer at the address to Official Community Plan noted below. Faxed tenders will not be accepted. Tenders received after the closing Bylaw No. 4000: time will be returned unopened. Amend Map 11.1 (Existing and Proposed Parkland): Delete the mendment to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4000: endment to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4000: “Neighborhood Park” designation from that part of the NE ¼ of Section 10 City of Salmon Arm, 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 11.1 (Existing and Proposed Parkland): Delete “Neighborhood designation part (250) 803-4029 • Fax: (250) 803-4042 1.1 (Existing and Proposed Parkland): Delete thethe “Neighborhood designation that that partTelephone: of of included in Plan DD 4342D; Township 20, Range Park” 10,Park” W6M, KDYD. fromfrom Section included Plan 4342D; Township Range 10, W6M, KDYD. Email: ejackson@salmonarm.ca ction 1010 included in in Plan DDDD 4342D; Township 20, 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD. b) Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: mendment Zoning Bylaw No 2303: endment to to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: Rezone 1.42 hectare area of land shown on the Subdivision Plan Prepared hectare area land shown Subdivision Plan Prepared by Brown Johnson Land received August by Brown Johnson Land received August 1,by2014 (File No. 272-14) from ctare area of of land shown onon thethe Subdivision Plan Prepared Brown Johnson Land received August No. 272-14) from Single Family Residential Zone to R-4 Medium Density Residential Zone. o. 272-14) from R-1R-1 Single Family Residential Zone to R-4 Medium Density Residential Zone. R-1 Single Family Residential Zone to 611 – 10 Street SWMedium Density 11 – 10 Street SW R-4 Residential Zone. h of Foothill Road, west of Foothill Road, west In accordance with Section 100 (6) of the Local Government Act, the Electorate is Civic 1010 Street SW of Street SW Address: 1611 – hereby notified that the City of Salmon Arm has received Applications from Electors 10 Street SW who wish to receive Mail Ballots. Mail Ballot voting is authorized by City of Salmon dential sidential Arm Bylaw No. 4032, 2014. Location: north of Foothill Road, west side ture subdivision and development of of Persons who may utilize Mail Ballots are persons who: future subdivision and development portion ed portion of 10 Street SW Bylaw No. No. 40704070 • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at Bylaw Present Use: Delete the the Delete another voting opportunity, OR nt: D. Lodermeier & P. Ogden ant: D. Lodermeier & P. Ogden “Neighborhood “Neighborhood Residential (Exec. Of W. Hopkins)/ Park” designation (Exec. Of W. Hopkins)/ Park” designation • expect to be absent from the City of Salmon Arm on general voting day and at the Browne Johnson Land Surveyor Proposed Use: future Browne Johnson Land Surveyor times of all advance voting opportunities. subdivision and 000-22/Bylaw No. 4070 and You must apply for a Mail Ballot. Applications are available on the city web site: www. 4000-22/Bylaw No. 4070 development ofand existing 1014/ Bylaw No. 4071 salmonarm.ca - look for Municipal Election on the left of the page, at City Hall, or call N-1014/ Bylaw No. 4071 R-1 zoned portion 250-803-4038 to have one mailed to you. The deadline for applying is October 15th Owner / Applicant: D. at 4:00 p.m. Lodermeier & P. Ogden Completed applications can be emailed to chiefelectionofficer@salmonarm.ca or (Exec. Of W. 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Remember your manners Well, the nominations have closed and voters in Salmon Arm have a wealth of choices for the upcoming municipal election, both for city council and school board. With four mayoral candidates, 15 for the six spaces on council and four for school board, the electorate will have to pay attention to whose vision and plans fits with their values when making a choice at the ballot box. At the outset, I would like to congratulate all the candidates who have put their names forward for municipal office. Politicians, like journalists, get a lot of flack – sometimes deserved, sometime not so much. So it takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there for the whole community to judge your worthiness, and then to also face continual criticism from those in the community who may not agree with your position. It takes fortitude to voice an unpopular opinion or to vote against the crowd. All the candidates will have slight variations in their reasons for running. Some may have a pet issue, some may have a series of goals; some may have experience, others may feel a fresh voice is what’s needed. But everyone running believes they have something to offer the citizens of this city. Putting all cynicism aside, people do not run for city council because it is a glamorous or high-paying job. It is a difficult job that requires preparation, research and sometimes clashing with the opinions of valued friends and neighbours. I think every person out there puts their name on the ballot because they have a desire to make a difference in their community. And this motivation deserves the respect of the rest of us. Let me say this more loudly and in the immortal words of Aretha Franklin – R-E-S-P-E-C-T. In this age of Twitter, Facebook and all other social media, I see some real loss of basic manners and politeness. In my own experience as someone who shares her views in print on a weekly basis, I see a disintegration of basic respect for each other that directly corresponds to the medium being used. There’s almost a hierarchy of nastiness. From least to worst it goes: in person, by telephone, by letter (which also depends on whether it is a signed or unsigned letter), email and finally posts on social media. People who speak to me face-to-face, even if they are angry and disagree with my position, are generally respectful and remember the basic manners their mothers taught them as preschoolers. But there seems to be some disconnect when it comes to some peoples’ use of social media. They say things on the web, often to large audiences, that they would never say to that person’s face. In my mind, if you wouldn’t say it to that person if you were seated across the kitchen table from them, does it really need to be said (or posted) in that way? For this election, I’d like to see weighty discussion and hard questions, but I’d also like people to avoid petty, rude or nasty comments. Disagreement is fine, disrespect is not.

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Price disparity inflames citizens With our Salute to the Sockeye celebrations underway, the Shuswap is once again being treated to the highest gas prices in the region. This should come as no surprise to Salmon Arm and Sicamous residents, many of whom seem resigned to paying whatever petroleum companies deem we should be paying, regardless of whether it’s just or good for the local economy. To others, however, it’s highway robbery. As of last Thursday, while residents of the two Shuswap municipalities were paying 137.9 per litre, folks in Enderby and Vernon were paying 129.9. And Kamloops – are you sitting down? Kamloops was paying 120.9. Meanwhile, the price per barrel has been going down.

Once again, no surprises – nothing new to see here. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t get angry. A fellow came into the Observer office in a fit over the disparity Salmon Arm residents face at the pump. While voicing his frustration, city council was reviewing the 2015 budget, discussing a 1.9 per cent tax increase. The day prior, the Shuswap Community Foundation released its Vital Signs report which, among other things, notes there is a “significant gap between the rich and the poor in this community,” and that “wages for entry level jobs are quite low, which pushes people away to larger communities.” Life in the Shuswap is already a costly proposition. The price at the pump only further aggravates an already difficult situation.

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The Observer asked: Do you think the voting age should be lowered to 16?

Lisa Morello “No it should stay... A person needs to grow and experience life as an adult before they can vote.”

Rafal Banas “Yeah, I think someone at that age should be able to make an informed decision.”

Tony Mortel “No at 16 they are too easily influenced. Their parents, peers and teachers can easily sway their decisions.”

Kolton Czobey “I don’t see why it shouldn’t be. I was following politics at that age.”

Kameron Smith “I don’t think so, they’re not mature enough at that age to vote.”

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VICTORIA – Three years ago, long-time chief and band administrator Sophie Pierre sought an extension of her term leading the B.C. Treaty Commission and gave a warning. The federal and provincial government should start taking this long and costly effort seriously or “shut ’er down.” Last week Pierre wound up her sixth and final year as chief commissioner on a slightly more hopeful note. This year, the Tla’amin Nation in the Powell River area and the Yale First Nation in the Fraser Canyon had their treaties proclaimed by Ottawa. They join the Maa-nulth First Nations on Vancouver Island and the Tsawwassen First Nation in leaving behind the Indian Act and the courts to get on with self-government. Tsawwassen in particular has moved ahead aggressively. Its shopping centre development near the ferry terminal is one of the largest commercial projects in the province right now. All of these treaties were negotiated despite multiple overlapping territorial claims around them, and similar progress has been made with the Tsimshian First Nations on the North Coast and elsewhere. The need for aboriginal people to work out their overlapping claim issues between themselves was the focus of the commission’s 22nd annual report. In it, former chief commissioners Miles Richardson of the Haida Nation and Steven Point of the Sto:lo Nation added their influential voices, urging aboriginal communities to consider them shared territories, rather than clinging to ancient tribal rivalries. Another hopeful sign is that after seven years of commissions and studies, the federal government has finally given its negotiators a mandate to negotiate fisheries. This is the main reason why the Tla’amin waited five long years for Ottawa’s blessing after their treaty had been hammered out.

This year’s landmark decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, recognizing Tsilhqot’in Nation title in the remote Nemiah Valley, has also got the attention of Victoria and Ottawa. Pierre noted the “flurry of activity” by Premier Christy Clark in seeking reconciliation, which will culminate this month with a formal apology for the hanging of Tsilhqot’in chiefs 150 years ago. Pierre said this court ruling “should destroy any lingering thoughts that this issue is not of the utmost importance, and provide the necessary investment, both financial and time commitment, to reach satisfactory conclusions.” That’s the good news for B.C.’s thorniest historical problem, the lack of treaties across most of the province. It’s also becoming clearer that the Tsilhqot’in ruling is unique. It’s unlikely to be repeated by most other First Nations, even if they are willing and able to spend the years and millions to enrich lawyers in pursuit of it. Here’s the bad news. As of this year, the B.C. Treaty Commission has paid out $627 million to First Nations to support treaty negotiations. Most of that is in the form of loans, which are to be repaid out of the cash settlements that Ottawa contributes to settle modern treaties. Pierre acknowledges that some communities are close to completing treaties, but their debt has climbed to near what Ottawa is offering. This would leave them free but broke. Others are just “spinning their wheels” with no real hope of achieving a treaty, Pierre said. The commission is calling for an “exit strategy” for these communities, starting with loan forgiveness that would allow them to pursue economic activity. There are First Nations, Westbank and Osoyoos, prominent among them, which are thriving without treaties. Haida and Klahoose have developed successful forest products businesses as they move toward selfgovernment. Federal and provincial governments must recognize the successes,

Re: The Observer article on Oct. 1 titled “MP defends environmental record.” It appears from your article that Colin Mayes doesn’t respect the opinions of scientists worldwide regarding the many changes occurring in climate, sea-levels, fauna populations, etc. that have been triggered by accelerating man-made CO2 emissions. Instead of showing us that he comprehends the seriousness of the situation we face, he does the opposite by glibly cherry picking statements made in the past that now appear to have been incorrect. The first cherry picked by Mr. Mayes was that a lone scientist in 2007 made a prediction that Himalayan glaciers were likely to disappear in five years (actually the scientist said by 2035).

However, Mr. Mayes failed to point out that this prediction was never backed by peer review and was subsequently debunked. There is now solid evidence of rapid glacial melting in the Himalayas. With respect to polar ice, Mr. Mayes fails to mention that the scientific analysis of satellite data since 1980 shows a definite trend in the decrease of Arctic ice volumes by three per cent per decade with large fluctuations from the trend line from year to year. Instead Mr. Mayes cherry-picks a single large fluctuation, of which there are many, which shows that polar ice has increased by 40 per cent (since 2012). Mr. Mayes’ final cherry pick regards the statement made by Al Gore in An Inconvenient

Truth that polar bear numbers would be ravaged, pointing out that recent polar bear observations suggest numbers worldwide are at an all-time high. Closer analysis, however, reveals that these counts may not be good estimates of actual populations. The facts are that polar bear habitat is shrinking as the ice melts and the health and condition of existing populations is observed to be poor. There is no doubt throughout the scientific community that we are globally facing the most profound changes ever to face mankind. Our leaders must first recognize and publicly acknowledge these changes before leading the discussion of what needs to be done.

Dr. Geoff Benson

Economy, security hinge on climate MP Colin Mayes says the Harper government is “doing a reasonably good job” in addressing climate change (‘MP defends environmental record,’ Oct. 1). He should read the recent audit of Canada’s Environment Commissioner, which documents the government’s lack of action on climate change. The audit rated the government’s progress in four key areas as unsatisfactory. A key deficiency is the government’s failure to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets for the oil and gas industry, Canada’s fastest-growing source of GHGs. The audit states that without regulating the oil and gas industry, Canada

will be unable to meet its own target of reducing GHGs (17 per cent below 2005 levels by the year 2020). I am utterly dismayed that Mr. Mayes continues to deny the science of climate change. He should see Thin Ice, a fascinating film depicting the vast array of field science on global warming. It shows how those who deny global warming is happening, and deny that human society is responsible, are tragically wrong. He should also see the documentary, Disruption, created especially for the lead-up to the United Nations Emergency Summit Meeting on Global Climate Change. Its message is that without immediate

strong action to address climate change, the world is on track for a warming of six degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Scientists tell us that for a safe climate world, we must limit warming to no more than two degrees Celsius. Mr. Mayes should recognize that the Harper government’s goals of security and economic progress for Canadians can be realized only in the context of a safe-climate world. But time is running out. Once the permafrost starts to melt, releasing massive amounts of methane, we will see catastrophic uncontrollable climate change, and it will be too late.

Anne Morris

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My family planted roots in Salmon Arm 35 years ago. A carpenter by trade, I was involved in commercial and residential construction. Eventually, my wife Margaret and I opened and operated a successful retail bakery in Salmon Arm. We sold the business and I became a realtor. After being widowed, I entered politics and was elected in 1999, serving six years as councillor and six as mayor. Wendy and I married last year and now have five children and nine grandchildren. We live in Salmon Arm/South Canoe with a dog, cat, and 29 chickens.

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Debbie Cannon (née Mclean) was born and raised in Salmon Arm. She and her husband Bruce Cannon have three daughters: Kailey (Wade Peden), Robbi (Kade Kirichenko) and Tessa. She is the proud grandmother of Lilly. Debbie owned and operated a local floral business from 1994-2011. Over the years, she has been involved with numerous community organizations including Rotary, Chamber of Commerce and Shuswap Ringette League. She is currently the floral manager at Safeway and is serving her third consecutive term as a city councilor. In her spare time, Debbie enjoys photography, kayaking, hiking and camping.

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As a longtime resident, I am very proud that I live in this wonderful community. I am married to Harry VanWoerden. My children were born at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, attended school here and graduated from SAS. I am the current mayor of Salmon Arm, 2011-2014 (council 2002-2005). Work experience includes: family-owned construction business, Okanagan College instructor, 1986-2007, Canadian Mental Health Association business manager 2007- until my election as mayor and Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union director 2006 - current. Volunteer service: Relay For Life honorary chair six relays, Emergency Social Services 12 years, as well as numerous community events.

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I have run small businesses in Salmon Arm for 38 years. I served terms as councillor and mayor. I served for several years on the board of Okanagan University College, mostly as chair. During my council years, Salmon Arm had the largest amount of building ever seen, only surpassed a couple of times since. We created a comprehensive long-term financial plan and a new Official Community Plan which still forms the basis of the current plan 20 years later. We also created a strong financial position that made possible the municipal developments such as the arena and city hall.

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DIANA ALTSCHUL

TOM BIRCH

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In 1996 , I went back to school and learned the power of herbs, chemistry and nutrition. That was the concept of Trans Herbal Canada, a home-based company, helping transform lives with live, whole foods and nutritional value and quality to life. Trans Herbal Cooks is a company growing and using cutting-edge pharmaceutical-grade chemistry and a product line that we approached ‘Launch-a-Preneur’ with in 2012. Our fourth place was a huge win and accolade for the community. We have discussions with BioTrack THC in the US. Or in New Zealand with Norml, as well as big market in Japan. Economic development is Altschul’s middle name.

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Resided in Salmon Arm for 25 years. Father of two school age children. Successful, local businessman with strong family values. Served on Chamber of Commerce, Toastmasters, Shuswap Soccer Society. Coached and plays soccer. Outdoorsman, member of the Salmon Arm Fish and Game Club. Served as volunteer public member on the new city hall and Ross Street parking lot projects. Vice-president and chair of the finance committee for the Okanagan Real Estate Board. I have a good working relationship with staff at city hall. I have been involved in planning, development and maintenance. My appointment would be a seamless transition.

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Born and raised in Salmon Arm, Chad graduated from Salmon Arm Senior Secondary and has done Rotary exchanges to Brazil and Australia. Beginning his postsecondary education at Okanagan College, he completed a degree in economics and sociology at the University of Victoria. After completing his education, Chad returned to his beloved hometown to be a self-employed mortgage broker. Chad continues to remain an active member in the community. He has been provincially recognized for local government leadership, is a founding board member of the Shuswap Trail Alliance and is seeking his fourth term with the Salmon Arm city council. www.chadeliason.ca.

ALAN HARRISON

TIM GIANDOMENICO

Council Candidate

I have lived in Salmon Arm with my wife for 16 years where we have raised our three children. Currently I am a project manager for a global company where I manage budgeting and financial tracking. I have some political experience (thank you to the thousands of you who voted for me in the last provincial election) that has oriented me to the framework that municipalities work within. It has also allowed me to work collaboratively on a board casting vision and achieving it, which has prepared me at least in part for the work of a city councillor.

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I have been an active member of the Salmon Arm business community since moving here in August 2001. I am currently president of Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association (three years) and director and past-president on the Shuswap Recreation Society board (over 10 years). My past volunteer positions include: director Downtown Parking Commission (eight years), vice-president & director Downtown Salmon Arm (eight years), director SABNES (three years) and director of Chamber of Commerce (four years). My wife Gena of over 22 years was born and raised in Salmon Arm and we have two children; Spencer and Katrina.

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Alan was raised in Salmon Arm. He went on to graduate from UBC with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education. Alan’s teaching career began in Tumbler Ridge in 1983 where, at a young age, he served on Tumbler Ridge’s first council. After returning to Salmon Arm, Alan was elected to city council. He is currently completing his fifth term. Alan has been a school principal for 23 years. Alan and his wife Debbie raised three boys Ryan, Mark and David. They all enjoy the many sports available here. “We feel very fortunate to have raised our family in such a wonderful place.”

JAY CADEAU

Council Candidate

I have proudly called Salmon Arm home for nearly 10 years. I have spent these many years developing the core of the city through the construction field, with many projects directly serving the city’s infrastructure needs. This experience has given me insight on key areas of concern and improvement. My more recent work with the Salmon Arm Folk Music Society or Roots and Blues, has given me a humble and proud look on the strength of our community in regard to the endless volunteer efforts provided by our citizens.

KEVIN FLYNN

Council Candidate

I have lived in Salmon Arm for 19 years with my wife Cathy and our two boys, Chris and Curtis. I am a partner in Salmon Arm Financial Ltd and specialize in providing insurance and employee benefit solutions to small business. I have nine years experience on Salmon Arm city council and six years on the CSRD Board. I am currently president of Salmon Arm Golf Club and have years of significant leadership experience on provincial boards. I am an active community participant and I enjoy golf, basketball, squash, tennis and Shuswap Lake living. For positive experience vote Kevin Flynn.

IVAN IDZAN

Council Candidate

Ivan Idzan served on council from 2005 through 2011. He and wife Phaedra grew up in Salmon Arm and they returned in 2002 (after a decade in Burnaby) to raise their children here. Ivan majored in communications (minor: political science) at SFU, and obtained a diploma in library & information technology from UFV. He has worked largely in the IT field and post-secondary libraries, but also as a journalist and project manager. Ivan’s municipal political service led him to serve with the BC Library Trustees Association, and as BCLTA President (2011-2012). Ivan values clear communication and balance in local government.

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JIM KIMMERLY

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Wherever I lived - Vancouver Island, Alberta, Ontario - Salmon Arm has always been home. I was born in Salmon Arm, lived here into my early 20s, then into the world I went, travelling, studying, working and learning. I worked at many jobs: in sawmills, offices, and a machine shop, on a pipeline, and in construction. For six years I was as a commercial diver then entered university to become a teacher. My first love this side of eternity? My wife Pamela, my family and my friends. I read, travel and enjoy hockey and basketball and have much to offer the community.

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Wayne Masters graduated from Conestoga College in 1973 with a degree in film production and sound recording. He writes submissions to federal commissions starting with Free Trade in 1984, corporate accountability, Walkerton Water Enquiry, national water standards, CRTC, up to the recent provincial white paper on issues facing the disabled. He has lived in Salmon Arm for 10 years where he researches electric vehicle transportation, LED lighting, architecture and solar power/hydro grid parity. Work experience includes Dept. of Highways bridge/property surveyor, commercial real estate salesperson, technician Stratford Theatre, Toronto, Vancouver motion picture laboratories and productions.

I have enjoyed living and working in Salmon Arm as a financial advisor for 14 years. What drew me to the area was my mother being born here and my grandfather’s and great-grandfather’s history in Canoe dating back to 1913. While living here I have been very active in the community as former president of the Shuswap Rotary Club, Downtown Improvement Association, current president of the Chamber of Commerce an Shuswap Hospital Foundation director. My motivation to run for council is the need I see for an inclusive and forward-thinking style of leadership, which I am known for.

RUTH THOMAS

Council Candidate

For close to 20 years, Ruth Thomas has lived on the Neskonlith Reserve and has a unique perspective of both native and non-native communities. Throughout her working life she has held various positions including: Paralegal in England, Financial Consultant as well as an Environmental Technician. As a previous business owner, she is a decisive, capable and responsible woman with leadership experience and proven negotiation skills. A visionary with the innate ability to see the bigger picture, Ruth will champion for a sustainable and inclusive society.

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TIM LAVERY

Council Candidate

I moved with my wife Nancy Kolkind to Salmon Arm 20 years ago to be closer to family and because of the uniqueness this city offers. We have two daughters and are actively involved in our schools, recreation, sports, arts and events. I’ve recently retired from a rewarding career as an educator who made a real difference. I’ll bring that dedication and public sector experience to the new council. I view our city like I view my own neighbourhood. We listen to, learn from and look out for each other. See www.timlavery.ca for much more information including my Action Plan.

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LOUISE WALLACE RICHMOND

Council Candidate

I’m a mom, resident of Canoe, business owner, community volunteer and college instructor. I believe that council has an important role to play in community building. It’s a job for which I’d like to apply. I have a degree in economics and a masters in publishing. I’ve lived in Salmon Arm since 1999. It’s where I married, had my children, started my business and purchased my home. Salmon Arm has been very good to me. If elected, I’m committed to showing as much care to the job as Salmon Arm has shown to me. More at wallacerichmond.ca.

BOBBI JOHNSON

I have been a Salmon Arm resident since 1997, arriving here with my wife and three daughters. I am employed at the City of Salmon Arm as their bylaw officer and have been doing bylaw enforcement for 20 years, enjoying the many challenges that go with the position. Prior to becoming an enforcement officer, I was a chef, receiving my Red Seal in 1974. I have many outdoor interests in all of the seasons of the wonderful area in which we live. On weekends from early spring to late fall, you can find me at our permanent campsite and during the winter months, look for me at the Silverbacks games or at many an event at which I am a volunteer.

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School Trustee Candidate

I’m Bobbi Johnson and I am running for school trustee. I have lived in Salmon Arm for 50 years – going to school at North Canoe, Shuswap Jr. Secondary, and graduating from SASS in 1972. My husband Joe and I have been married for 41 years and we have five children and 13 grandchildren – six who live in Salmon Arm and attend school here. I have been involved in the school system since my children were in elementary school and following them through to graduation. I was PAC chair at Shuswap and SASS/Dry Grad chair for five years. Fifteen years ago I ran for school trustee to continue with helping the children in our district. Currently I am the board chair.

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MICHEL SAAB

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Twenty-five years ago, I was selected to fill the vacancy of general surgery in Salmon Arm. When we moved, our family was welcomed by Salmon Arm, and we still feel the same warm welcome. Moving away after my retirement from active surgery never entered my mind. Our five children have graduated from our public schools, universities and currently enjoy gainful employment in their chosen careers. I am honoured and humbled by the trust the citizens of Salmon Arm have put in me, re-electing me without interruption as school trustee for the past 21 years.

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Although the overall increase in spending proposed for the City of Salmon Arm in 2015 is 3.9 per cent, taxpayers will be paying about half that – 1.9 per cent – on their 2015 tax bill. For the owner of what’s considered an average house of $280,000 in Salmon Arm, that translates to a $25 tax increase. However, a $22.70 reduction per household in the cost of recycling/garbage pickup, plus an $18 increase in the water and sewer utilities, ends up with a $20.30 increase for that average home. Businesses will see a $21.50 increase for each $100,000 of assessed value, as well as a $17 increase across the board for utilities. On Thursday, Oct. 9, council members went through the $30 million budget prepared by staff to see if they could whittle

down the proposed four per cent increase in spending – which they did by .1 per cent. Two per cent is the estimated amount for growth – which will fund changes in various operational costs. That left another two per cent for taxpayers to cover, which council reduced to 1.9 per cent. The tax rate will be finalized in May 2015 by a new council once all assessed numbers are in, as well as tax rates from other governments. Monica Dalziel, the city’s chief financial officer, explained the tax increase is largely attributed to a one per cent increase in capital funding in transportation, which includes a variety of costs ranging from drainage to sidewalks, to roads and new equipment. The other one per cent is for increased costs for ice and snow control. The snow and ice control reserve has now been depleted. For Coun. Marg Kentel, for

whom this is her last city bud- the interest rate dropping from get as she isn’t seeking re-elec- 3.15 to 2.10 per cent for a savtion, the highlight was the pro- ing of $73,500. posed Ross Street Underpass. She also mentioned $20,000 “The one big one for me is towards the flood hazard aswe’re moving ahead toward sessment, and $30,000 in a getting the underreserve for public pass, which will transit. She noted be a major part of that installation of our transportation storm sewer with network in Salmcurb and gutter on Arm when it along 46th Avenue does come to fruiSE in the industrial tion. To me that’s a park will proceed. highlight.” Coun. Ken JaThe detailed demieson pointed Marg sign of the underout that the 1.9 per Kentel pass is scheduled cent tax increase COUNCILLOR for 2015, to be is close to the curfunded from the rent rate of inflaDevelopment Cost Charge Un- tion. Under big-ticket items, he derpass Reserve Fund at a cost mentioned the foreshore sewer of $470,000. line project, as well as the Overall, Kentel termed the storm-sewer installation in the budget “well-rounded” and industrial park. He also listed “prudent.” “smaller but important expenUnder highlights, Mayor ditures” such as the flood-risk Nancy Cooper said she was assessment funding, improvepleased to learn the arena deSee Flood risk on page A12 benture had been renewed with

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BUDGET 2015

Flood risk study lauded Continued from A11 ments to parks in town – notably phase two at Jackson Park in Canoe, a contribution to help with building on the fairgrounds, and a safe and at-grade pedestrian crossing at Narcisse Avenue (the Churches Thrift Store crossing). Coun. Chad Eliason said he thinks the most important part of the budget was keeping the tax increase below two per cent – and staying within the city’s long-term financial plan. “It’s very hard to operate a city with zero tax increases when the costs associated with running a city that are out of our control continue to increase,” he said, referring to items such as the policing budget. He noted this is the first time in his tenure that council has completed the budget prior to the election of a new council, but he thinks it was the right move because of the large projects council has committed to: borrowing for the cemetery, upgrades to Blackburn Park and replacement

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CP pledges $1 million to underpass By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

CP Rail is all aboard the Ross Street underpass project with a $1 million commitment, though construction may not be on track for another few years. During city council’s budget deliberations last Thursday, administrator Carl Bannister presented to council a letter from CP government affairs director Mike LoVecchio, stating the company supports the project and has earmarked $1 million towards it. LoVecchio explains the offer comes “without prejudice,” but requires the signing of a project agreement between the city and CP, and comes with a deadline of Dec. 31, 2016. He notes the underpass would benefit CP by reducing vehicle and pedestrian interactions with CP tracks, “increasing the efficiency and safety of our operation.” Bannister said the letter represents CP is supportive of the project, both monetarily and in terms of the $40,000 in related design work that has already been done. “You might recall we had to change the scope of the project because CP is insisting on keeping the three tracks that are there,” said Bannister. “So we addressed that issue and advanced the design to where it is right now.” Mayor Nancy Cooper later told the Observer that she is grateful for CP’s commitment, but she will be looking for a “further contribution from them and I think they are well aware of that.” “I understand, down the road, we could see more trains at faster speeds coming through Salmon Arm, so eliminating a crossing is advantageous to CP. My task will be to convince CP that advantage is worth more.” In the new year, the city will proceed with a detailed design of the underpass. This design is expected to cost

$470,000, to be funded from the Development Cost Charge (DCC) Underpass Reserve fund. “So it doesn’t really affect the tax impact of this budget,” said Bannister, noting the two design projects represent about six per cent of the cost of the overall project, estimated at $8 million after CP’s contribution. “That includes a 30 per cent contingency,” said Bannister. “If you take that contingency off, it’s at 5.6 million for the cost of the project. So we are advancing the project.” Discussion of the underpass was initiated by a debate between councillors as to whether $30,000 be budgeted for a City Centre Transportation Plan which, according to public works and engineering director Rob Niewenhuizen, would build on a downtown transportation study undertaken in 2008/09, and a traffic corridor study (focused on the Trans-Canada Highway), funded in part by ICBC and the province. Among the second study’s recommendations was the moving of traffic signals from Ross Street to Fourth. Coun. Alan Harrison noted downtown businesses were opposed to this, and said he couldn’t support the new study, calling it premature. Coun. Denise Reimer said the study is important, but agreed with Harrison that 2015 isn’t the time for it. “I personally believe we should be looking at this when we’re looking at the underpass as a whole, so that hopefully we get more bang for our buck,” said Reimer. Coun. Marg Kentel argued the traffic study should proceed in 2015, while Coun. Ken Jamieson agreed it should be bound up with the underpass. The argument was resolved with council’s unanimous support to set aside $15,000 in reserve to fund the study in the future.

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1924

The Observer was pleased to publish the essay which won first place in the Grade XI class at the school fair. It was called, “For What is the World Indebted to the Ancient Greeks?” and was written by Gus Tweeddale.

1934

Salmon Arm Liberal association selected delegates to take part in the nominating convention at Kamloops: H.W. Birch, R.J. Skelton, A.S. McKim, H.F. Pardy, R. Turner, W.F. Buchan and P.A. Ruth. The Old Time Dance crowd held their annual meeting and elected the following executive: J.K. Urquhart, A.C. Cook, H. Anderson, Mrs. A.E. Cummings, Phil Calvert, B.O. Hooper and W.G. Whitely.

1944

C.C. Barker, convener of the chamber of commerce “V” Day committee, placed an ad requesting representatives of all local organizations, Mr. W.H. Grant and Mr. T. Prescott of the high school and public school, and Major H.F. Bivar attend a meeting at City Hall for the “‘V” Day ceremony. Twelve cars of choice Salmon Arm MacIntosh Red apples were rolling eastward consigned for the heroic people of Britain. A notice to high school students informed them that because apple picking was still not completed for the district, the opening of school would be delayed. Angus McInnis M.P., speaking on behalf of the CCF at the Institute Hall, described his recent visit to Australia and New Zealand.

1954

It was announced the Saturday morning closing would soon become effective in Salmon Arm banks. Business hours on Friday would be extended from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Fall fair secretary Mrs. J. F. Doe revealed, in a financial statement, prize money totalling $1,297 was paid at the 1954 fair.

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The investment agreement that came into effect between Canada and China on Oct. 1 should not worry Canadians. This is the view of Okanagan-Shuswap MP Colin Mayes, who responded to questions about the controversial Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA), saying it is good for Canadians. “I think most people do not understand the purpose of that FIPA agreement and that was simply to assure that Canadian investors that invest in China are kept to the same standards in China, as far as their investment, as Chinese business people. When Chinese business people come here to Canada, they have to also basically live by the laws of the land. They’re not being given any sort of preferential treatment nor are Canadian business people so they can compete against any foreign investors… It’s almost like best practices as far as businesses in China –saying that (Canadian) investors in China will be protected or treated equally with the Chinese business community.” Critics of the agreement have said that China benefits more than Canada, as both countries can keep existing restrictions. Other concerns expressed have centred around: • Chinese companies being able to seek compensation from the Canadian government if their projects are set back by factors that could include First Nations rights or environmental issues; • the Colin Mayes stipulation that such MeMber of cases can be decided by a secret tribunal; • the ParliaMent length of the deal, as it can’t be completely cancelled for 31 years, and • the apparent secrecy surrounding the signing of the deal. Critics point to the agreement not being ratified for two years after it was reached, with no public debate. Mayes doesn’t see it as secretive. “I’ve been here now for nine years and we were talking about it two years ago. It’s not as if it just came up. This has been discussed. The minister has been reporting on the progress, he’s confirmed what the purpose of the FIPA agreement is… This has been ongoing, it didn’t happen in the last month or two, it’s been going for a couple of years now.” He also sees the three-decade term as a necessary thing for business. “We have to remember that, let’s say, the Chinese come in here and spend multi-billions of dollars and it’s going to take them 25 to 30 years to get their investment back with hopefully a profit margin, or if Canadians are in China in the same circumstance, you just can’t, this is not a shortterm thing. Businesses don’t invest billions in other countries and then expect to get their investment back or their return on investment in five or 10 years. It’s a long-term investment.” As for secret tribunals deciding foreign companies’ claims against the government, Mayes says this is not giving them special privileges. He said such claims would only arise “if the Canadian government was treating a Chinese company differently than Canadian businesses.”

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’Backs fall to Vipers, dominate Merritt The Vipers’ Liam Coughlin shoots like he’s a member of the North Okanagan Trap and Skeet Club. Problem is he’s been slightly off the mark in his past few B.C. Hockey League tilts. The South Boston product hit the bull’seye Friday night at Kal Tire Place in Vernon, squeaking a five-hole blast past Angus Redmond on a late third-period rush as the Vernon Vipers shaded the Salmon Arm Silverbacks 3-2 in front of 1,700 fans. “You get nine shots a game, one of them has to go in, right?” grinned Coughlin. Friday’s game was déja vu for the Gorillas, who lost 3-2 in overtime to Surrey at South Surrey Arena Wednesday night. Anthony Latina, with his team-leading fourth goal, jumpstarted Vernon’s attack in the first period after some good hustle by linemate Luke Voltin, who drove to the net and was pokechecked by Angus Redmond (27 saves). The rebound went straight to Latina, 20, who had no problem burying it in a wide open net at 8:24.

The’ Backs equalized at 11:48 as Taro Hirose took the feed from Taylor Maruya, drove up the middle and finished with a slick backhander, top shelf. Salmon Arm failed to convert on an early 5-on-3 in the second period, but with 1:13 remaining in the second penalty, a cross-checking minor to Trevor Fidler, Chase Priskie threaded a point shot through traffic, going post-and-in behind a screened Jarrod Schamerhorn (21 saves). Vernon got into penalty trouble again in the second period, sending Salmon Arm on another 5-on-3. Viper forward Thomas Aldworth, who took the original penalty, came out of the box, took a feed from Fidler and used his wheels to earn a shorthanded breakaway. He beat Redmond with a forehand-backhand deke to make it 2-2 before the ice clean. “I saw an opportunity when the puck got turned over and Fidler made a good play,” said Aldworth, a Texan who previously played prep school hockey in

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Battle: The Silverbacks’ Damian Chrcek attempts to gain control of the puck from Vernon Vipers’ Anthony Latina during Friday night’s game at Kal Tire Place in Vernon. Massachusetts. “We were just really focused tonight and we had a lot of energy as well. Our team just wanted it more; we were working really hard all night.” Aldworth, named first star, nearly had the go-ahead goal in the opening minute of period three, but he flicked his shot off the crossbar

after taking a shovel pass from TJ Dumonceux. The Vipers weathered an early penalty kill early in the third period, then used their speed to smother Salmon Arm. They held the visitors to just one shot before the ‘Backs finally started getting pucks on Schamerhorn in the final minutes.

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we’ll be in good shape.” Salmon Arm turned it around in a big way Saturday night at the Nicola Valley Arena, where they dominated Merritt in a 6-1 rout. The Silverbacks host Victoria at the Shaw Centre on Friday night at 7 and Langley on Sunday at 3 p.m. -With files from the Vernon Morning Star

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Dodge, duck, dip, dive & dodge On Oct. 18, Salmon Arm’s Sport Chek will host a dodgeball tournament to raise money for Jumpstart, a program to help kids play sports. Registration is $150 per team of eight, and each team must have a minimum of three girls. Each team will play five three-minute matches. Participant must be 16 or older. Prizes will be awarded to the first place team and the best team costume. For more information, visit SportChek, or e-mail SAjumpstart@hotmail.com.

Jackrabbits x-country skiing The Jackrabbits cross country ski program for children is meant to be a fun and positive introduction to cross country skiing, with an emphasis on building the fundamentals. Online registration is now open and will continue until Nov. 30 provided there is space available. Before signup for Jackrabbits, applicants will need to register with the Larch Hills Nordic Society. For more information, visit skilarchhills.ca/jackrabbits, or contact Megan Brooke, sjtaylor@yahoo. com, megcbrooke@yahoo.ca, or Marie Peterson, murphyknits@gmail.com.

Repairing hiking trails On Sunday, Oct. 19 volunteers are needed to finish the Prudential Trail, part of the south Canoe trail system. On Saturday, Oct. 25 the Enderby Cliffs trail with undergo restoration work. The Trail Alliance needs wood, half-gabion baskets, geo-tech materials and tools to be hauled up the trail to the working site. Volunteers are asked to meet at 9 a.m. at the trail head. For more information, call 250-832-010.

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Peewees drop close decision This past Saturday, the Tier 2 peewee Silvertips faced off against Kamloops at McArthur Island. Colby Feist of the Silvertips opened the scoring with just a minute left into the first period, blazing down the ice and busting through the Kamloops defenders to score a shorthanded marker. Kamloops eventually tied the game early in the second period, and took the lead with five minutes left on a controversial goal. The ’Tips goaltender, Rod May appeared to have the puck covered and under control, but with no whistle to be heard, the Kamloops forwards dug it out from under his glove and scored. Kamloops would increase the gap to two early in the third, but Salmon Arm refused to go down without a fight. Taylor Howard would slip a rebound past the Blazers’ goalie five minutes later, and the Silvertips would continue to press for the tying goal. Unfortunately for Salmon Arm fans that would be as close as they would come, dropping a 3-2 decision on the road. The Silvertips welcome Penticton to Sicamous for a home game on Saturday, Oct. 18.

Bantam ’Tips The bantam Tier 2 Silvertips played in West Kelowna all weekend for their first tournament of the season. The Scotiabank Silvertips’ weekend began Saturday morning with a game against Coquitlam, and the ’Tips sure made a show of it. The entire team contributed to earn a fantastic 6-0 win to energize the squad. They all had time for some team-building, rest and food before the second game started at 5:15 that afternoon against Comox. It was apparent the ’Tips showed up to play as they came away with a stunning 5-0 win. They finished the first day of the tourney 2-0. The team building continued that evening and into the next day as Salmon Arm didn’t have their next game until 4:15 p.m. against New Westminster. The Silvertips knew they had to work hard to get a third win but, after a lot of effort, they managed to leave with a tie game at 1-1. Thanksgiving day began early with a semifinal game against Salmon Arm’s nemesis, the Westside Warriors, and what a penalty-filled game that turned out to be. Salmon Arm won the match

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minder Keenan Starkell keeps his eye on the puck as he makes a save in a tournament game against the Calgary Royals at Hucul Pond on Saturday, Oct. 11. 4-1 as Westside decided to play a tough game but forgot about scoring. With more than 45 minutes in penalties against them, power-play goals broke the Warriors’ back. Salmon Arm found themselves in unfamiliar territory as they had earned a spot in the final game against New Westminster. The match was a grinder from beginning to end, with the shot clock showing 4517 in favour of Salmon Arm. Regulation play ended with a score of 2-2, which forced the

five minute overtime period, and again ended with an unchanged score. The game was settled with a shootout and a final score of 3-2 for New Westminster. The Tier 2 Silvertips allowed only four goals in 15 regulation periods, and played some incredibly gutsy hockey against some stiff competition. The entire team including coaches, could not have made Salmon Arm any prouder as they represented their town with the utmost in sportsmanship.

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Book a TrailRider For those with mobility challenges the TrailRider program will provide two TrailRiders 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. To book email debram2@telus. net or call Debra at 250-832-1353.

street soccer Jack Verdurmen in a street soccer game at Little Mountain on Tuesday, Oct. 7.

Bridge results Donalda Brown and Michael Clayton won Tuesday’s Duplicate Club’s bridge game on Oct. 7. In second place were Al Christie and Tom McNie. In third place were Liz Demens and Gene Demens, and Anne Dixon and Doreen Roberts were fourth. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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The Larch Hills Nordic Society Annual Take Back the Hills event takes place Saturday, Oct. 25 from 9 to noon, starting at the parking lot. All are invited. Bring tools and help throw off rocks, drain water, cut branches and level the trails. For after the hard work, bring finger food to share at the chalet. If you have a favourite trail you would like to adopt, call Gullan at 250 832 2988. For more information, call Blaine at 250-833-4008 or email wbcarson@shaw.ca

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Meetings on waste management Over the past several weeks, Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) staff has been working with its Solid Waste Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee to update the Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) for 2015 - 2019. The committee is comprised of members from the public who represent electoral areas and member municipalities. Regional First Nation bands, waste hauling contractors, recycling facility owners, and staff from the B.C. Ministry of Environment also sit on the committee. CSRD staff and consultants are part of the committee as nonvoting members and provide technical support and facilitation services. Several recommendations presented by both the consultant and CSRD staff were ranked by the com-

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Wilderness dweller Chris Czajkowski has taken a step back in time. The best-selling author shares her pre-solitude life in And the River Still Sings, a book that has hit No. 1 on the B.C. Bestsellers’ List. The author of 11 books is on a tour that will make a stop at the Salmon Arm library branch next Friday. Located on the shores of a high-altitude alpine lake in the heart of B.C.’s Coast Mountains, remote Nuk Tessli was the subject of many of the author’s books. Czajkowski created a resort in 1988, and singlehandedly built two cabins, adding a third 10 years later. “I never liked running the tourist business but I had to have a licence to operate on Crown lands,” she says. “I made great friends, but physically I had bad knees and I couldn’t get around as fast as the tourists anymore.” Czajkowski’s cabins were 150 miles from the nearest banks, traffic lights, supermarkets and cell phone service and were accessible by an overnight hike, or a 20-minute float plane ride. “I still live off the grid and I still live in the West Chilcotin,” she says, noting she has moved to a property that is 40 kilometres from a tiny town with a store, doctor’s

office and community hall. “I couldn’t live without cities, but I can’t live in them.” Czajkowski recognizes there are things that are available only in cities and makes the best of the amenities when she visits. The author says her publisher asked her to write about her days before solitude. “They said ‘we want to know what you were like as a kid,’” she laughs, noting she obliged because book sales are what put food on her table. Born in England, Czajkowski says she was always a solitary child. After graduating from agricultural school, she saw a note on a board advertising a farm exchange, but women were only invited to do housework or tend children. Instead, an indignant and adventurous Czajkowski filled her backpack and spent the next decade exploring the world, hitchhiking and travelling by cargo boats and occasionally small flights. She met individuals, couples or families primarily at campgrounds and travelled with them for a day or more, depending on who was going where. “It seemed like every man and his dog was going in an old vehicle from London to Khathmandu,” she laughs of the late 1960s and early

Remote romance: Author Chris Czajkowski hikes the wild B.C. landscape she has loved and lived in for more than 30 years. Czajkowski will speak about her new book Oct. 24 at the Salmon Arm Library. ’70s. “The students I was travelling with couldn’t go there because of the monsoons.” So, Czajkowski met up with another group and visited Nepal’s biggest city before heading to Australia in 1971. “That was the first place I went hiking alone for more than a day,” she says of the vast country. “It was the most euphoric experience. I don’t know why, it just seemed so fabulous to be alone in the bush.” Czajkowski worked on dairy farms in Australia before heading to New Zealand, where she worked for

five years. “While I lived in South Island, I started doing solitary trips,” she says. “You see things so much more clearly when you’re alone; you’re so much a part of the landscape.” Czajkowski, who loved New Zealand, remembers thinking if she remained there, she would always wonder what the other half of the world was like. So, she departed for South America, living for a time in the Falkland Islands before the brief 1982 war when Argentina invaded the British-owned islands. Working her way north,

Czajkowski was unable to get a visa to enter the US. She returned to Europe for a couple of months to get her papers before returning to North America and fulfilling a childhood dream to travel to Canada. “Mountains are the draw; the land is higher at this end of the country,” she laughs, noting she grew up in flat lands and saw her first hilly country at the age of eight. “I am an artist and I suppose it’s an artistic response. I have always loved the wild country.” Now living a little closer to the grid, Czajkowski still draws water from a well

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and is without a hot water system. But she does have solar power that allows her to run her computer and travel the world via Internet. “I do a lot of research,” she says, noting her love of reading and a preference for detective fiction. “I find a reference and go look it up on Internet to see if it’s a fake.” Czajkowski will share her stories at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 at the Salmon Arm Library in the Mall at Piccadilly. In the meantime, fans can follow Czajkowski on her blog at wildernessdweller. ca.

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The shores of Adams River were crowded on the weekend as thousands of people viewed millions of sockeye salmon returning to their spawning grounds. Among the many people on-site were North Shuswap author Deanna Barnhardt Kawatski and her daughter Natalia, who have co-authored a book that pays homage to the sockeye’s cycle of life. Deanna will share her latest book, Samira, the Singing Salmon at the Shuswap Writer’s Group coffee house, to be held at Choices Restaurant at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 A children’s book, it was written in honour of the sockeye salmon returning home to the Adams River this fall. Natalia’s bright detailed paintings add another dimension to this whimsical story, based on the actual journey of the salmon, but with

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Kay Braby is a community powerhouse. Wherever she sees need, she does her best to alleviate it. “We have so much here, I have so much, but there’s such a lot of need and sometimes it takes a bit of leadership to provide the machinery for people to be able to do something to contribute,” says the United Church member. “As a Christian I feel a responsibility to share with other people.” And that is what a series of stewardship sessions on Oct. 22 are designed to do. Four highly respected individuals will present an afternoon and evening workshop to share information about stewardship. It is open to everyone n the community. Jane Harding, regional financial devel-

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Sales pitch: Natalia and Deanna Kawatski at the Salute to the Sockeye, selling copies of their new children’s book, Samira, the Singing Salmon, and a history book Deanna penned for the 25th anniversary of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society. the added dimensions of fantasy and song. Mother and daughter will talk about their collaboration and creation of a book worked on over a four-year period. Kawatski is the author of seven books, including Wilderness Mother, Clara and Me, Stalking the Wild Heart, and Burning Man, Slaying Dragon.

Copies of Samira, the Singing Salmon will be available. Deanna will also be in Salmon Arm Wednesday night for the launch of Big Trees Saved and other Feats – The Story of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society. It was written to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society.

The event features live music, a multimedia presentation, speakers, including Deanna, and refreshments. It takes place at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 at the hall at First United Church. For more information on Samira the Singing Salmon, visit Deanna’s website at www.deannabkawatski.com

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opment officer with the church’s philanthropy unit, helps congregations achieve total financial health and individuals realize their dreams for the church. Next up, David Armour, president of the United Church of Canada Foundation, has headed major fundraising campaigns as chief executive officer of the Canadian Olympic Foundation and United Way of Canada. He is a practised speaker and leader and facilitator is strategic planning, program planning, revenue generation and on-site campaign analysis. First United’s interim minister, Rev. Lynn Elliot specializes in assisting congregations through times of transition. She brings a background in both business and the non-profit sector and worked as the development officer for

St. Andrews and St. Stephen’s colleges. Also presenting is Rev. Ivy Thomas, conference minister for the Kamloops-Okanagan Presbytery and is a skilled practitioner in The Circle Way, leading workshops and retreats that encourage storytelling and personal growth. The event begins with a 90 minute stewardship session from 3:30 to 5 p.m. after which participants are invited to continue conversation over a by-donation soup and a bun. This will be followed by Wednesday Worship from 6 to 6:30 p.m., a half-hour of coffee, treats and conversation at 6:30, prior to a second stewardship gathering from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This gathering will provide opportunity for discussion and learning about stewardship as a faith response. It will

touch on both practical and professional approaches to legacy programs and ongoing implementation of stewardship practices that bring giving into the overall way of being the church. No stranger to the concept, Braby helped get the Second Harvest Food Bank up and running, has volunteered in Ghana, helped operate the church’s Inn From the Cold program to give homeless people a place to sleep and is excited to have worked with First Nations people to restore the delta, with a view of discovering native plants. Braby worked with School District #83’s aboriginal education department last year in what she calls a mutual education program. For more information, call 250-832-3860 or visit www.firstunitedsalmonarm.ca.

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Book Launch October 15 • 7 p.m. United Church Hall

The book launch for Big Trees Saved and other feats – The story of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society by well known author Deanna Kawatski, is set for 7 pm on October 15th at the United Church Hall, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE in Salmon Arm. Published by Shuswap Press, Big Trees Saved documents the highlights of the twenty-five year history of the Shuswap’s major environmental organization. Over the years SEAS’s hard work and dedication has resulted in 25,000 hectares of new parks in the Shuswap, including the Upper Seymour River rainforest, and the magnificent Anstey Arm Hunakwa Lake wilderness area. Further, thousands of hectares of old growth forest were set aside, and forest management was vastly improved, leading to better protection for non-timber forest values. In 2008 SEAS rallied to stop West Beach, a proposed marina and condominium development, from being built at the mouth of the Adams, one of the most significant sockeye salmon spawning rivers in the world. Even though the provincial government failed to purchase the property to add to Roderick Haig-Brown Park, as SEAS had hoped, the new Cottonwoods Campground includes public access to the beach, removal of buoys, a continuation of RV parking with no condominiums, and restoration of important fish habitat. First SEAS changed the map of the Shuswap through the creation of new parks, and then in 2010 it helped produce the first map of the Shuswap watershed in a poster format. Praise for Big Trees Saved is already coming in. Here is what famed author and columnist Stephen Hume wrote, “Engaged, activist citizens are the heartbeat of every healthy democracy. In that sense, the 25-year story of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society is the story of us -- the story of who we are and who we can be -- and Big Trees Saved is a book that anyone who cares about where we live will want on their bookshelf.” The Big Trees Saved book launch will be celebratory affair with live music, a multimedia presentation, speakers including Deanna, refreshments, and of course books for sale. The musical entertainment will be by singer/songwriter and recording artist Sylvain Vallee on keyboards, who will perform a number of songs with an environmental message, including Pipeline, the reggae protest song about the proposed Northern Gateway tar sands pipeline. After the launch, Big Trees Saved will be on sale in stores throughout the region, including the Salmon Observer Office, the Super Valu in Scotch Creek and the Enderby Museum. For more information about the book launch or the book, visit www. seas.ca or phone 832-8569 or 679-3693. The 124-page book will sell for $20 and can also be purchased online, at www.shuswappress.ca.

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Time to howl at Haney As dusk falls on the village, strange shadows and ghostly figures appear and the spellcasting magic begins. Pull out your spooky costumes and explore the eerie side of R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum’s 20th Annual “Spooktacular” Saturday, Oct. 25 and Oct. 26. Children and the faint-hearted can wander the not-so-scary “Story Book Path,” sponsored by the Linda Howarth Memorial Preschool. When you’re ready for a break, visit the fire pit to warm up and enjoy hot chocolate or rest your brooms and visit the colouring room and have your face painted, make a fun Haney craft or colour a picture to take home. You don’t want to

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Scream scene: Only the brave should venture out on the Spook Trail at R.J. Haney’s Spooktacular Oct. 25 and 26. miss the haunting and ghastly stories in Mt. Ida Church, which has been transformed for “Stories from the Crypt.” Wander through the sinister cemetery but beware of the Grim Reaper, skeletons,

witches and other frightening ghouls – you never know what super natural spirits or apparitions will appear. Wondering what your future holds? Visit the Mystical Fortune Teller. If you are feeling a bit under the weather, an

Exposing past injustice By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Author Sean Arthur Joyce began looking into his family tree. What began as a simple search turned into a discovery that shocked him and provided fodder for a new book – Laying the Children’s Ghosts to Rest – Canada’s Home Children in the West. Joyce says his father had always wondered why his grandfather, Cyril William Joyce had arrived in Canada at the age of 16, pointing out it wasn’t like him to do something so adventurous. In 2007, Joyce began delving seriously into the mystery, discovering his grandfather had been sponsored for emigration to Canada in 1926 by the Church of England. Between 1869 and 1949, more than 100,000 children were rounded up from the streets of Britain to be used as labourers in Canada. Other children were sent to Australia and New Zealand. “Today there are four million or more descendants of what were derisively known as ‘home

children,’” says Joyce. “A small number died in ‘care’ but the reality for most was brutally hard work and being treated basically like an alien, not allowed to play with other kids and not allowed to be educated, which was contrary to the contract the farmers had signed.” It made me realize that despite our all-publicized reputation for being ‘goody two shoes,’ like any other country, we have our shadow side.

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A journalist for 25 years, Joyce had already written two books on the history of the West Kootenay region. “Many of the families I met are only just discovering that they had home children,” he says, noting that because the children were at the bottom of the social hierar-

chy, they were treated as third-class citizens. “So there was shame attached, so the first thing they wanted to do was become invisible.” But the next generation wants to know the story. “Even though there was a stigma attached then, we don’t care,” he says. “Everywhere I go, I meet descendants of home children… the interest in this is just exploding.” A special voice in Joyce’s book is his “cover girl,” Irene Gladys, whose picture is on the front of his book and whose daughter Irene Campbell is a Salmon Arm resident and will be at his presentation. “It made me realize that despite our allpublicized reputation for being ‘goody two shoes,’ like any other country, we have our shadow side,” he says, of this bit of mostly unknown national history. “I don’t condone it, but it is part of human nature.” Joyce will speak about his book and its families at Okanagan College at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23.

appointment with the Menacing Mad Scientist and a diagnosis in the electric chair is sure to make you scream. Test your skills of chance at the “Spell Casting Midway” you never know what you might unearth. Stroll down Front Street and view the chilling displays on the way to the Fraser Avenue Haunted House. Beware of the mayhem that awaits you. The house is the gate-way to the Spook Trail for a spine-tingling journey through the forest. Gates open at 5 p.m. and admission is $6 per person. For more information call 250832-5243 or visit www. salmonarmmuseum. org. Ghosts and ghouls under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 21.

Columbia Shuswap Regional District REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS BIKE SKILLS PARK REDESIGN PLAN AND RECONSTRUCTION The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is inviting proposals from qualified firms for a redesign plan and reconstruction of the existing bike skills park at John Evdokimoff Community Park, located at 3120 White Lake Road in Electoral Area C. Proposals clearly marked “Request For Proposals - Bike Skills Park Redesign Plan and Reconstruction” will be accepted until 11 AM local time on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at the office of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, 781 Marine Park Drive NE, P.O. Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1. Proposal documents and further information are available online at the Columbia Shuswap Regional District website at: www.csrd.bc.ca/news-notices/opportunities/tenders, on the BC Bid website at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca, on the Civic Info website at www.civicinfo.bc.ca and at the office of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District at the above address during regular office hours. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Proposals and to waive any informality in the Proposals received, in each case without giving any notice. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept the Proposal which it deems most advantageous. Faxed submissions will not be accepted. The lowest or any Proposal not necessarily accepted.. For more information, please contact: Darcy Mooney, Manager, Operations Management T: 250.833.5938 or TF: 1.888.248.2773 • E: dmooney@csrd.bc.ca

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): You will be able to accomplish a lot this week. Your energy levels will be high and you are more willing to work with others to find that proper balance. This is very good for the Aries individuals out there, because after mid-week you will need all the energy you can get. It will be a busy one with many conversations and interactions - Enjoy! TAURUS (April 20-May 20): This week will highlight many pleasant and lovely interactions with those on your daily routine. Your health will also be in proper balance, or at least starting to move in that direction. You will start to incorporate proper plans going forward to incorporate those significant relationships into your daily life. After a time of intensity balance will start to be restored. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This week will highlight you slowing down a little bit. Your ruling planet Mercury is retrograde; this means you will feel a bit more lethargic than usual. Be mindful that you will be feeling this way and plan for some time to relax, if at all possible, or try to meditate to refocus your energy and build up your energy levels. Trust your intuition this week, you will be very receptive. CANCER (June 21-July 22): The week starts off with some sleepless nights, do try to remember your dreams as they are helping you sort through those underlying issues with family and those within your home environment. There will be pleasant interactions with others most of the week, but your focus is on self, as you sort through all the activity going on. By the week’s end harmony will ensue. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This week will highlight much activity going on for you within your local environment, with siblings, and your peer group. Do watch out for Freudian slips with others, but also understand that whatever is revealed this week, mistakes and all will lead you towards more peace of mind. After mid-week energy levels are high and there will be many social gatherings to attend. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This week will have you rethinking, reviewing, and re-considering your financial position and your personal value. Yes, you will be feeling more sluggish than usual, so do remember to eat properly and try to focus a little more than usual. Near the end of the week going forward there will be more opportunity for you to appreciate all that has been presented to you.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This week you will be feeling great, there will be more interactions with others and you will most likely instigate all those activities. By mid-week you will want to run around the neighborhood getting all chores that need to be completed crossed off your list. Allow for greater clarify to come into your life through pausing before you speak. Be mindful of Freudians slips! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This week will highlight actively doing all that needs to be done, with work, and within your daily life in order to keep your peace of mind. There will be a lot on your mind now, so do try to communicate it out, or write it out to allow for more rest time at night. You will be able to accomplish a lot this week, just be mindful of mistakes as they could affect your finances. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This week will be pleasant, much more pleasant than last week. You will be in full review mode with how to accomplish your aspirations and dreams. There will be a focus on what’s preventing you from achieving all your desires, trust your intuition and the lessons you’ve learnt to date. All in all a good week to socialize with friends and groups you are part of. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): This week will highlight finally letting go of past fears and actively taking steps away from anything that no longer serves you. There will be a lot of activity and interactions with those on a public and professional level. Do listen to your mother she will have some sage words to share. By the end of this week balance will be restored. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This week will highlight a very generous spirit from everyone you meet. There will still be a need for you to rethink your perspective going forward, and by the week’s end you will see this vision very clearly. Energy levels will be very high for you, especially when it deals with socializing with friends, and moving towards you aspirations and dreams! PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): This week will highlight closer bonds being formed with those at work, your health, and within your daily routine. Many pleasant interactions will lead to greater benefits for you during this week. Be mindful there could be some difficulties with communicating. By the end of the week you will find the right words to create more peace of mind for others in your life.

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Obituaries

WILLIAM (BILL) WUORI 1950 - 2014 We are very sad to announce the sudden passing of William (Bill) Wuori on Sunday October 5, 2014. Bill left many family and friends that will always miss him dearly. Bill as you know was not the sort to stay sad, and to that end, has requested no formal service. Bill loved his family and friends as well as his farm that he worked so hard to maintain. Bill’s favourite activity was to sauna with those whom he loved. A celebration of Bill’s life was held October 11, 2014 at the family farm. In lieu of flowers if you feel the need to donate please make it your favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent through Bill’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

CAROL ANN LOUISE HOESING December 24th, 1950 – September 28th, 2014 At the young age of 63 years. Carol passed away at Bastion Place in Salmon Arm, BC, with her family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughter Melanie (Kael) Smith and daughter Rheanna Pudsey, grandchildren Caroline Pudsey, Skylar Pudsey, Michael Alexander and Chloe Smith as well as by her Kitty Cat Chloe. Carol was born in Toronto, ON and after various locales, landed permanently in Salmon Arm 34 years ago. She earned her GED and graduated with a degree in Horticulture in 1989. She enjoyed nothing more than spending time in her garden. Carol also took pride in raising her grandchildren, Caroline and Skylar, being a loving and devoted Mother and caring for others. Those that knew her saw that she gave back at every opportunity. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Five Corners Pentecostal Church at 3160 10th Ave SE, Salmon Arm BC on October 18th, 2014 at 2 pm with food and refreshments to follow. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Food Bank or Salvation Army. Many thanks to Dr. Joan Bratty, the care aides and nurses from the Community Care Home Support and the team at Bastion Place, for their compassion and support. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Carol’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.

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Employment

Automotive

Caretakers/ Residential Managers

PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required. Busy expanding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fill the following position: Journeyman Automotive Service Technicians. Flat rate system. Wages commensurate with training level and experience. Chrysler experience preferred but not essential, apprentices considered. Apply in person or by writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888-3495566. Fax: 1-780-349-6493. Attention: Dale Marshall or dfm@brownschrysler.com

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Journeyman Apprentice Technician The Service Department at Braby Motors is currently seeking a Journeyman Technician to join its motivated service team. If you posses a Positive Team Attitude, Top Quality Workmanship skills and are a Proven Producer then we have a position for you. Excellent Wage and Benefit package available for the right individual.

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Please contact the Service Manager 250-832-8053, or email resume to: brandon@brabymotors.com or fax to 250-832-4545

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Drivers, F/T, P/T for California & Arizona produce hauling, excellent pay and benefits, safety bonus and home time. Call Jerry or Bill 1-877-539-1750.

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SMALL retirement residence seeks live-in caretaker (single) for room and board plus salary. Contact (250)253-8510 for details

We require qualified US capable Class 1 drivers immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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Do you have a degree in accounting? Do you want to be challenged? Do you have great interpersonal skills? Are you well organized? We offer a well-rounded accounting experience in a dynamic environment, with compensation and training on par with the national firms. Please submit your resume to: Leola Borhaven Fax: (250) 838-2144 Email to lb@rhllp.ca Deadline: Friday October 24, 2014

Okanagan College is seeking applicants for the position(s) of:

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF S.D. NO. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap)

• INSTRUCTOR, FUNDAMENTAL TO ADVANCED MATH (AACP):

invites applications for the following position:

Maintenance Person 1 - Qualified Trades Person - Electrician

Arts & Foundational Programs Salmon Arm Campus Non-Regular Part-time appointment Posting No. 0001438 Closing date: October 20, 2014

• INSTRUCTOR, FUNDAMENTAL TO ADVANCED ENGLISH (AACP): Arts & Foundational Programs Salmon Arm Campus Non-Regular Part-time appointment Posting No. 0001439 Closing date: October 20, 2014 Information on how to apply and about working at Okanagan College is available online at: www.employmentopportunities.okanagan.bc.ca SHUSWAP REVELSTOKE • NORTH OKANAGAN • CENTRAL OKANAGAN • SOUTH OKANAGAN SIMILKAMEEN

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Under the supervision of the Manager of Facilities, provide electrical services to the School District for the service and maintenance of all types of electrical systems and equipment at School District Facilities. This is a temporary position for forty (40) hours per week. This is a Union position paying $28.87 per hour. The work shift is 7:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. QUALIFICATIONS: Q Industry Training Authority (ITA) Certificate of Trade Qualifications (TQ) to include Certificate of Apprenticeship, and possession of Field Safety Representative (FSR) certification (Class B or equivalent) according to the BC Safety Authority; Q Four (4) years working experience as a tradesperson in maintenance within the trades related to servicing and installation of electrical and electronic equipment, alarm systems and control systems; Please visit the Make a Future webpage at www.makeafuture.ca for instructions on how to apply. Deadline for applications is October 17, 2014. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators. Meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-780-7235051.

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Skimikin Nursery Tappen BC requires Tree Sorters for 2014 Fall Harvest. $11.50/hr-Bonus 40hr. weeks Submit resume to Rob by fax (250)835-8633,

We require 3 qualified Canadian Drivers Immediately. We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for the Western Provinces.All picks and drops paid.Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards.Regular home time. Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs.We offer a rider and pet policy.All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com Please fax resume and abstract to 250-546-0600 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

email: rreed@airspeedwireless.ca or in person Weekdays 8:00-4:00

(250)835-4541 Ext. 27 Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager.Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package.Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to: Hilltop Subaru. 4407 27th Street Vernon BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778 IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS

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Sorrento Tirecraft is looking for a tire installer for the upcoming winter season. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and work well with other team members. Training will be provided. Apply in person or email resume to: spsservice@telus.net or fax to 250-675-4828 attn.: Dustin

EXEC Sedan Driver: 7am-5pm Tue. only. Mature safe driver for commute & misc. errands. Immediate. xjph@live.com

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Appleyard NE -16th/18/15 Ave NE -20th/Auto Rd. SE -20th St. NE SICAMOUS -Cottonwood, Oak -Mara Lakeview MHP -Whitehead/Conn CHASE -Brook Dr. Ashe Dr. Call Valerie 250-832-2131

North Enderby Timber is looking to hire General Laborers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.

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Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services RESTAURANT AND BAR LEASE OPPORTUNITY at the Royal York Golf Course for the 2015 season.Qulaified applicants “catering” and or restaurant operators” Call 250546-9700 ext 1 for appt.

Medical/Dental MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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CONSTRUCTION workers for res. construction. No exp. req. Start immed. (250)253-1188

Employment

Washbay/Shuttle driver attendant Customer Washbay / shuttle driver attendant required at Braby Motors Service Department. Ability to work alone and maintain a fast pace is a must. High customer satisfaction skills are also required. Please reply by fax to 250-832-4545 or by e-mail to: brandon@brabymotors.com

1250 Trans-Canada Hwy. S.W, Salmon Arm

Part Time Receptionist wanted Mon./Thurs./Fri. Must have good customer service, typing & phone skills. Attention to detail a must. Please email resume by October 17, 2014 to: admin@saobserver.net or drop off at Salmon Arm Observer, 171 Shuswap St. NE

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ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now & see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783.

Carpentry/ Woodwork

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Required for Westline Ford, in beautiful Vanderhoof, BC...where you can afford to live in comfort. Offering competitive wages & beneﬁts. Apply with resume to: tammy@westlineford.com

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Full or part time mature receptionists for our Salmon Arm location Great Opportunity to join the team at

Drop Zone Weight Loss resumes to: connect@wemakeadifference.ca or in person at 681 Marine Park Dr. NE, Salmon Arm

CANADIAN TIRE Salmon Arm Location IS NOW ACCEPTING RESUMÉS FOR A

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Do you have experience in automotive repair? Must be committed to providing excellent customer service. Experience is an asset. WE PROVIDE: • Competitive wages & benefits • Extensive training program • Profit Sharing

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Career Opportunity

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

Landscaping FALL sprinkler blowouts. hurry before freeze up. blow out that irrigation. Salmon Arm and area. 250-804-6833

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

Apply in person and drop off your resumé to: The Auto Service Desk #300 - 1151 10th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C.

FINISHING carpenter for hire 25yrs experience. Make your vision a reality. Call Pat (250)832-2282

PICK-UP OR DELIVERY

Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449

Financial Services

The Grand Forks Gazette and Boundary Creek Times in the beautiful Boundary region of B.C. have an immediate opening for the position of Publisher. These two community papers are published weekly and have an extensive distribution network throughout the Boundary region. Both papers are the No.1 news source in the Boundary and have been committed to serving its communities with in-depth local news, sports, entertainment, events and happenings for many years. This is a management and sales position. We are looking for a community-minded and communityactive individual who is a self-starter and can lead our team both in print and digital platforms. Ideally, you should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales and marketing. As publisher, you will be instrumental in developing a multi platform strategy for the newspaper and its online initiatives, as it continues to serve a rapidly expanding and diverse marketplace. If you are a critical thinker, customer driven and possess strong entrepreneurial skills, Black Press wants to hear from you. Both papers are part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with over 150 community, daily and urban newspapers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Please send your resume, with cover letter to Chuck Bennett, at chuckbennett@blackpress.ca.

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Services

Misc Services

Home & Yard

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663

Services

Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Misc Services

Pets

Misc. for Sale

Townhouses

Suites, Upper

SEMI-retired gent will lovingly care for your pets in your home. Reliable, responsible well referenced (250)804-3403

4-CHAMPION Ice Pro 205-60R16 tires. $500. OBO. 2 Winter Claw 215-70R15 $75. for two. (250) 804-4971 4 MICHELIN WINTER tires for a GM Terrain 235-55- R-18. As new. (250)804-4338 4 winter rims, 16x16.5, 5studs like new $30. each, 3 all weather plus m/s snow flake 250/65/R16 good cond. $25ea. (250)832-8336 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 CLEAR PLASTIC TARPS, approx. 40’x40’, $25.00/tarp, Days (250)835-4541 Evenings/Weekends (250)833-2118 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. THOMASVILLE oak hutch, table & chairs. Like new. $2,500. (250)833-0416

MAPLE Lanes Townhomes, Phase 1 sold out, now selling Phase 2, different floor plan, 3bdrm, 2.5bath, 600sqft. unfinished basement. $299,900. 150-4St. SE, MLS#10087632 Call your realtor or Roger (250)804-0184

3BDRM., 2bath, W/D/DW, f/p, a/c, 4Int/tv outlets, small pet okay, no sound proofing so no partiers, $1100/mo. incl. hyrdro (250)881-3880

Gutter Cleaning. Starting at $95-$125. Moss removal & spray. Shuswap Window Cleaning. 250-833-2533 MOBILE HOME re-leveling, singles, doubles and park models. 250-833-8858 SNOW REMOVAL Sidewalks,driveways,small parking lots, roofs. Residential or Commercial. Shuswap Window Cleaning 250- 833-2533

Pet Services

PET GROOMING With Michelle

Monday to Friday

All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs

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

Misc. for Sale

NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS

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

Auctions

Mowers • Trimmers • Rototillers

Hunting: Quads Firewood: Chainsaws MILES KENTEL

Cell 804-6869 • 30+ years locally

250 832-4213

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay

WESTERN RUSTIC DECOR Antiques & Collectables October 26, 12 noon consignments welcome call Valley Auction Ltd. 250-546-9420 or Valley Auction.com

$200 & Under SOFA TABLE, END TABLE. 2yrs old-Ashley’s, get both for $175. 250-803-4363.

$500 & Under

SAFETY MART Chase carries Sure Crop Feed. For info contact Bill. 250-679-3261.

BANDSAW & Rototiller for sale. Open to offers. (250)6798609

Livestock

Heavy Duty Machinery

DORPER Cross Sheep flock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.

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

Merchandise for Sale

Lawn & Garden Equip.:

COW HAY, garlic cover, etc. $3 Good horse hay. $6.50$7.50. Oat hay $5.50. 250803-8298 or 832-4160.

Appointments necessary.

Misc. for Sale

Miles’ Mobile Mechanical FALL REPAIRS TO

LAYING hens under 2yrs. old looking for new homes. Good temperament and easy to handle. $2.50/ea (250)803-0048

SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584.

Homes for Rent

Lakeside Realty Ltd.

R E N TA L S

2 BDRM. plus den walkout basement suite 4 appliance, fireplace and large yard N/S, N/P 2517 Forest Drive, Blind Bay $800/mo. includes utilities 2 BDRM. home with carport 5 appliances, N/S, N/P #4, 530 Alymer Road $800/mo. 2 BDRM., main floor of house on small acreage with lakeview 4 appliances N/S, N/P #15 3196 White Lake Road $1000/mo.

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Legal Notices

www.merryanderson.com

Legal Notices

IN THE MATTER OF WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIENS ACT ON A VEHICLE Super Self Storage 4750 40th Avenue SE, Salmon Arm, BC

Auctions

Claims a Warehouseman’s Lien against the following. If not paid in full on or before date stated, the goods will be sold or disposed of October 27, 2014

Auctions

2002 FORD WINDSTAR LX VAN-BURGANDY

AUCTION RESTAURANT s

Dodd

DELI & FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT

SAT. OCT. 18 11:00AM

Consignments now being accepted. This sale will feature a large selection of new and used food service equipment.

CONSIGN YOUR EQUIPMENT TODAY!! Dodds Auction • 3311 28th Ave., Vernon 250-545-3259 • 1-866-545-3259

View photos online at www.doddsauction.com

VIN# 2FMZA55442BA40611 DALE HUMPHRIES

Amount owing $493.75

Phone: 250-803-0030

Fax: 250-803-0066

NOTICE OF EXCLUSION APPLICATION REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I, Noah Ralston and Katherine Ralston of 9050 70 Ave SW, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 3K2, intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which is legally described as, Legal Subdivision 1 of Section 36 Township 19 Range 11 West of the 6th Meridian Kamloops Division Yale District and located at 9050 70 Ave SW, Salmon Arm, BC. Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to: Columbia Shuswap Regional District 781 Marine Park Drive NE PO Box 978 Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1 by October 31, 2014

TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES $180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy: rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

WESLO Tread mill $150., Iron Man Resolution $800., set of air bags for 2004 GMC Envoy SUV $150. obo (250)517-9567 (250)833-6538 WESTERN RUSTIC DECOR Antiques & Collectables October 26, 12 noon consignments welcome call Valley Auction Ltd. 250-546-9420 or Valley Auction.com

1-800-222-TIPS

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local. PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 bdrm apt. available immediately. Central loc. 45+. $675/mo. Phone 250-8326490 1BDRM. apt. hot water included, NP, NS, $675/mo., 6mo. minimum stay req’d, (1-855)852-5660 Toll Free Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartment Close to town, family owned & operated. Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Available Nov. 1st $825/mo (250) 803-1694

2BDRM adult bldg., newly reno’d, NS, NP, refs req., very quiet, $740/mo. + util., 250770-8775 or 250-804-9708

Housesitting VERY nice fully furnished large Townhouse for rent/ House sitting at Ravenscroft, S/A for 4 months. Fabulous view, all utilities, internet, TV and phone included. From 29th Dec to 27th April 2015. $700 per month. Ph 250-8330015

Misc for Rent 2bdrm, 2 bath Condo ✦in Salmon Arm, walking distance to malls. 3bdrm. 2bath Home ✦in Tappen area, garage, deck & view of the valley. Contact AL BINGHAM (250)804-6216 Royal LePage Access Real Estate DAILY, weekly, monthly meals can be incl., single or double private bdrm, living room, bath, incl. sat tv, wifi, & laundry (250)804-5545

Homes for Rent CANOE: 2bdrm house, F/S, W/D, D/W. N/S, N/P. Ref’s & DD req.Avail now. $1100/mo + utils 1-604-250-8702.

Real Estate

Shared Accommodation

Mobile Homes & Parks

ROOM MATE req. in furnished 3 bdrm. home in Blind Bay. Sat. tv, wifi, util. incl. $600/mo. 250-463-3337.

TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

Best rate 5yr-2.99%OAC

Storage HEATED DRY storage in Sorrento, units in a variety of sizes, accessible 24 hrs, affordable rates. (250)675-5135 RV & Boat storage available (250)832-4253

Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976.

Suites, Lower

Rates Consistently better than banks

1BDRM. level entry, incl. all util., 5appl., in town, $875/mo. NS, No pets, avail Oct. 1st, (250)832-6720

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Duplex / 4 Plex

Modular Homes

Mortgages

Transportation

1200 SQ. FT. in Ind. Park, also approx. 500 sq. ft. mezzanine. Avail. Jan. 1/15. Contact Lynn or Vern at 250-835-2334

MARA; renovated dbl wide. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appl., Bi vac, skylights, lg. yd. $950/mo. + DD. 250-838-7670.

SORRENTO: single wide 2bdrm. 2bath mobile, new roof in 2013, clean, nice yard, $75,000. obo (1-604)882-3501

Professional Couple with 1 child & cat looking for a 2 to 3 bedroom rental in Salmon Arm (250)832-6765

Commercial/ Industrial

Musical Instruments

FREE Scrap metal removal or drop off. Pick - up or delivery. 250-804-5277 FREE: Strawberry plants “Giant” variety (250)804-0954 after 6pm

Want to Rent

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

BUNDY Alto Saxophone with hard case $500. (250)8329256

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Blind Bay large, bright 2 bedroom, lake & Mt. views, ground level, deck, separate entrance, NS, NP, 5appl., lease & ref’s req., $900/mo. includes utilities, wiﬁ & sat tv available now (250)675-3250

Cars - Domestic 1987 Cougar XR7

fully loaded, low mileage, black 2 door coupe, moving must sell $3500. obo (250)679-2552 1999 NISSAN Altima, 264,000 kms. Gd cond. $1500. obo 2 sets tires w/rims250-833-9394. 2009 Pontiac G6, V6, 69,000km, power options, good condition, $10,900. (250)804-3961 (250)804-3837

Cars - Sports & Imports 1962 MG kit car, brand new VW under carriage, etc, 50% completed $2800. ALSO new 1600cc VW engine $3500. (250)832-6263

Vehicle Wanted WANTED: VW dune buggy with fiberglass body. Please call 604-883-9768.

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

TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES

$180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

Trucks & Vans 1992 Plymouth Voyager AWD, runs well, seats 7, new tires last fall $700. (250)833-4726

Boats 17’ FIBERFORM inboard 165 hp motor with trailer. Open to offers. (250)679-8609

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Out on the Town

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. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15 THE SHUSWAP BRANCH OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS B.C. – is

hosting an orientation meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Mountainside Room at Bowers Complex, 440 10th Avenue SW. This meeting will provide important information to athletes, parents and caregivers.

BCAA ROAD SAFETY FOUNDATION – presents Living Well.

Driving Well, a workshop to help you assess your current driving skills and habits and to provide tips on how to improve your driving. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 - 30th Street NE. RSVP: Erik 250-517-9956. Maximum 25 people. A waitlist for a second workshop on Wed., October 22 may be set up.

SHUSWAP HOSPICE SOCIETY – is offering a one-day

Advance Care Planning Workshop to volunteers and the community, with registration at 8:30 a.m. Workshop running from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Comfort Inn & Suites, 1090 - 22nd St. NE. Lunch will be provided between noon and 1 p.m. Seating is limited. To register, or for more information, call 250-832-7099 or email: judy@ shuswaphospice.ca or brenda@shuswaphospice.ca. BOOK LAUNCH – The story of the Shuswap Environmental Action Society, Big Trees Saved and Other Feats, is set for 7 p.m. at the First United Church Hall, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Big Trees Saved highlights the 25-year history of the Shuswap’s major environmental organization.

– a free public presentation, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 - 30th St. NE. This lecture is for all ages, and is part one of a three-part series. Contact Pastor Erik Bjorgan at 250-517-9956 for more info. OKANAGAN REGIONAL LIBRARY – presents Dollar & Sen$e

Financial Literacy Training, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Branch of Okanagan Regional Library in the Mall at Piccadilly. This free session would benefit kids, teens and 19+. Space is limited, so register now. Free gifts for all parents and children. Prizes as well. Contact Ardie Burnham, Youth Services Librarian, at 250-832-6161 for further info.

QUESTERS PRESENTATION – on the ancient art of Ayurveda

will be held from noon to 4 p.m., at the SASCU Downtown Activity Centre. Call Joan at 250-804-3008 to register.

WICKED SPOON TAP & GRILL – presents live music for all

$6 MEAL DEAL

talking about invasive plant species. Everyone is invited, and youth are welcome.

FRIDAY, OCT. 24 WRITERS’ COFFEE HOUSE – Open mike plus featured author

Deanna Kawatski and artist Natalia Kawatski introducing Samira, the Singing Salmon, at 7 p.m. at Choices Restaurant. Light supper available from 6 p.m. Call Cathy 250-832-2454 for more information.

ROTARY WINE FEST – Taste over 70 wines at the 12th

annual event at the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre, 7 to 10 p.m. Appetizers provided by The Wicked Spoon. Tickets are available at Hideaway Liquor Store, Piccadilly Liquor Store and Downtown Liquor Store. Call 250-832-9802 for more information.

AUTHOR READING – Join best-selling author Chris

Czajkowski as she reads from her latest book And The River Still Sings: A Wilderness Dweller’s Journey, at 6 p.m. at the Okanagan Regional Library – Salmon Arm Branch in Piccadilly Mall. SALMAR CLASSIC THEATRE – presents the Steve

Brockley Band and Seal Skull Hammer, performing live at 7 p.m. Tickets available at Synergy Studio, Shuswap Pie Company, the Book Nook or Salmar Classic Theatre.

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SATURDAY, OCT. 25 SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Love is Strange, a US/France film, rated PG, at 5 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre, 360 Alexander St. Tickets available at the door. Advance tickets at Wearabouts (350 Alexander St.) Convenience charge applies. Ask about year-long passes. To reserve: Visa or MasterCard Reservation line (24 hour): 250-832-2294.

THURSDAY, OCT. 16 WICKED SPOON TAP & GRILL –

presents live music for all ages, Mad for Joy, with special guest Laura Reznik, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

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FRIDAY, OCT. 17 BIRCHBARK & FRIENDS – present

a Peak Year Harvest Dance at 1121-25 St NE, First United Church, 20 Fourth St. SE (Okanagan & Fourth Street SE). Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dancing starts at 7 p.m. Tickets at Acorn Music or call 250-833-1187.

WICKED SPOON TAP & GRILL – presents live music for all

ages with Rube & Rake, a folk/alt duo from St. John’s, Nfld., from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

HIDDEN GEMS BOOKSTORE – will host Armstrong author,

Helen Russell for a book-signing for her book Horse As Teacher: The Path To Relationship. Contact Beth Phillips at 250-833-0011 for further information.

SATURDAY, OCT. 18 SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents The Trip to Italy, a UK

film, rated PG, at 5 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre, 360 Alexander St. Tickets available at the door. Advance tickets at Wearabouts (350 Alexander St.) Convenience charge applies. Ask about year-long passes. To reserve: Visa or MasterCard Reservation line (24 hour): 250832-2294.

DEO LUTHERAN CHURCH – presents “The Bible and Ecology

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ages with The Doll Sisters and Jesse Mast, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Hailing from the rolling foothills of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, the Doll Sisters are a fiery Celtic Americana duo. DUCKS UNLIMITED BANQUET – will be held from 6 to 11

p.m. at the Elks Hall, North Broadview, for all ages. Contact Linda MacDonald at 250-832-8997, for further information. This charitable event raises funds for Ducks Unlimited to conserve wetlands.

SUNDAY, OCT. 19 FIFTH AVENUE SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTRE – presents the

jammers dance, with a variety of music, starting at 7 p.m. If you play tunes, bring your instrument and join in, or put on your dancing shoes, and cut a rug, or maybe just pull up a chair to soak up the atmosphere and socialize with friends.

THURSDAY, OCT. 23 SHUSWAP GARDEN CLUB – meets at 7 p.m. at the Scout

Hall, 2460 Auto Rd. Guest speaker Evan Rafuse will be

PIG ROAST – 4:30 p.m. All ages from kids to seniors. Bring your camera for the pig parade. Door prizes and entertainment by Jim Neimi and friends. Cocktails at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 6. Limited seating – get your tickets early. Elks Hall, 3690 30th St. NE. Tickets from any Elk member or Bill Hammer. Contact 250-832-6507 for more information.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCT. 25 & 26

R. J. HANEY’S 20TH ANNUAL SPOOKTACULAR – Gates open at 4:45 p.m.; haunted house and spook trail open at dusk. Ghouls and ghosts under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers needed. Call Tara at 250-832-5243.

SUNDAY, OCT. 26 GOSPEL RECORDING ARTIST – See Joanie Kotanen live, in

concert from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon, at Five Corners Church, 3160 - 10th Ave. SE. This event is for all ages.

FRIDAY, OCT. 31 KNOCK OUT HUNGER – Lakeside Church’s annual door-to-

door food drive for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Volunteers will come to your home in the early evening on Halloween to collect non-perishable foods. Call Pamela at 250-832-9142 for further information.

OCTOBER 15-30 COATS FOR KIDS & FOLKS – Drop donations of gently-used

winter wear for children, teens and adults to Salmon Arm Drycleaners at 430-7th St. SW. Sponsored by Metis Women of Salmon Arm & Salmon Arm Dry Cleaners.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. *Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between, October 1 to October 31, 2014. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2014 GMC vehicles; special finance rate not compatible with certain cash credits on Sierra (1500 & HD) and Terrain. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $20,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $238.10 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $20,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer trade may be necessary. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. <>$3,000 is a manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on all 2014 Terrain which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. †Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer's name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014, 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible GMC vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer's name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014, 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1500 credit available on all eligible GMC vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer's name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available towards the retail purchase, cash purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014 or 2015 model year GMC light or heavy duty pickup; delivered in Canada between, October 1 and October 31, 2014. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. †¥$8,000 is a combined credit consisting of a $4,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive), $1,000 Fall bonus for Truck Owners (tax inclusive), and a $3,000 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 2WD 1SA. †*The Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) comprises professional journalists, writers and photographers specializing in cars and trucks. They provide unbiased opinions of new vehicles to help consumers make better purchases that are right for them. For more information visit www.ajac.ca. ^2014 Sierra 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. 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