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Snow removal: Brian Inglis uses a snowblower to clear a walking path in front of the downtown Askew’s along Lakeshore Drive on Monday, Jan. 5.
Winter storm batters the Shuswap Digging out: City residents cope with massive snowfall, schools and businesses shut down. By Barb Brouwer and Tracy hughes OBServer STAFF
like a popular 1945 song says, the weather outside was frightful… let it Snow quickly became a christmas favourite, but the storm that dumped 46 centimetres of snow in the Shuswap in less than 48 hours didn’t leave many people singing. An environment canada update at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 5 revealed that 35 centimetres of the white stuff had fallen at the Salmon Arm Airport. “And it’s still snowing,” said warning preparedness meteorologist lisa coldwells. “It’s one heck of a snow day and we ex-
pect another 10 to 15 centimetres before it is snowed out by tomorrow morning.” But as much as the snow fell, breaking records was looking iffy. environment canada uses daily measurements taken between 12 a.m. and midnight on any given day. The record for a one-day snowfall in that time frame was 33 centimetres on dec. 27, 1998. “If you’re going to be extremely technical, it’s not a record,” coldwells said, noting Salmon Arm’s extreme snow depth, a record for accumulated snow, was 87 cm measured on Jan. 24, 1993. In terms of a two-day record, this one will
This week Salmon Arm Minor Hockey product Curtis Lazar celebrates Canada’s gold medal. See A12. A few hardy souls braved the frigid waters of Shuswap Lake on Jan. 1. See images on A10.
go down in history as Salmon Arm’s fourth heaviest snowfall. environment canada files indicate 51 cm fell in a two-day period in 1918, 49 cm on Jan 8 and 9, 1969, with the all-time two-day record of 53 cm set in 1943. And you can blame winter’s onslaught on the “Pineapple express.” A surge of cold Arctic air from the Yukon that settled into the valleys was covered by a large warm air mass originating in Hawaii. “The two (air masses) are battling it out,” said coldwells Monday. “And there has been a continuous flow; that’s one of the keys for making it snow for what seems forever.” That forever snow caused havoc in the
Shuswap, closing schools and challenging travellers, city road crews and businesses. Some areas of Sunnybrae and Silver creek were without power. After initially saying schools would be open, School district #83 reversed course at 7:42 a.m. Monday and closed all schools. The news that schools in the district would be closed for a second snow day came early Monday evening. Okanagan college also cancelled classes for two days. Bc Transit was forced to suspend operations in the Shuswap on Monday, while city crews and contractors were working around See Crews on page A2
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Crews struggle to keep up with snowplowing Continued from front the clock to deal with the heavy snowfall. Rob Niewenhuizen, director of public works, said all available resources were first working on priority roads that include arterial and collector streets – some of which required clearing multiple times. “We have close to 300 kilometres of priority-one arterial and collector streets in the district, from Canoe to Gleneden and in between, so we have been clearing those first, only to have to go back and re-clear as the snow has been falling,” he said. “Snow plows will remain on main roads until the snowfall stops and once all priorityone routes have been cleared, the crews will concentrate their efforts on clearing residential streets.” Niewenhuizen said crews were trying to punch through one-lane access in some residential areas as they passed by, but the focus was on the main roadways. Sidewalk plowing was also started in limited areas Monday, but was being hampered because of the depth of snow and the fact that plowing had pushed snow onto the sidewalks. Residents were also reminded of the danger these snow piles can pose and asked to keep children from playing along the roadside where they could be invisible to snowplow operators. Salmon Arm RCMP reported few problems despite the weather, with Staff Sgt. Kevin Keane saying there were few issues. “We only had eight calls over the 24-hour period. Probably the slowest day for us for the year,” he said. At 2 p.m., on Sunday, Jan. 4, police responded to a roll-over collision on the TransCanada Highway near Second Nations Road. The driver lost control and landed in the ditch. There were no injuries.
An emergency radio scanner reported an ambulance stuck in snow at Balmoral and a “critical shortage” of ambulances in the Shuswap around 8 p.m. Jan. 4, but Observer calls to the BC Ambulance Service remained unanswered at press time. The storm did not, however, have much effect on Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Mark Pugh, SLGH manager, says about four staff members from Revelstoke were unable to get to work Monday because of avalanche control on the TransCanada Highway. “We managed to pull things together,” he said, noting local resources were available. “Once the roads reopened staff from Revelstoke and other outlying areas managed to make it in.” While the hospital is at 130 per cent occupancy right now, it’s due to the typical catalogue of winter issues rather than storm-related ones. Back on the weather front, Coldwells said a winter storm warning was left in effect for Salmon Arm Tuesday as a band of freezing rain was on the back end of the snowstorm. “It’s almost done,” she said at 10:30 yesterday morning, pointing out the area would soon
Covered: (Top) A truck is buried on Shuswap Street after more than 30 cm of snow fell on Monday, Jan. 5. (Right) Dale Nielsen gives a helping hand to businesses along Lakeshore Drive by shovelling snow. be experiencing the Shuswap’s normal dull, grey winter weather, with the mercury hovering around zero and with very little temperature change. And a forecast of “a bit more snow,” for Friday should not cause undue fear as it will be nothing like the area experienced earlier in the week.
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A Shuswap-area resident accused of piloting a ski boat that rammed into a houseboat after Canada Day weekend celebrations, killing its operator, is scheduled to stand trial in February, this time by judge alone. Leon Reinbrecht has re-elected to have his trial in front of a Supreme Court judge alone. The trial was earlier set to be decided by a jury. The trial is now scheduled to begin Feb. 10. Reinbrecht is charged with criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm, following the crash in Magna Bay on July 3,
2010, that left an 18foot Campion Runabout speedboat fully embedded inside the cabin of a houseboat. The owner and operator of the houseboat, 53-year-old Kenneth William (Kenny)
WIlliam (Kenny) Brown CRASH VICTIM Brown of Chase, was killed in the crash. Eight other people were taken to hospital in Kamloops, where two remained for treatment and six were released
the next day. Fred Kaatz, one of two defence lawyers representing Reinbrecht, said there remains a challenge under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms for unreasonable delay in the trial. The crash took place as boats were leaving the bay following the annual Canada Day weekend fireworks display. Reinbrecht was charged in December 2011 following a 17-month investigation carried out by Chase RCMP, with the assistance of investigators from Transport Canada and the B.C. Coroners Service. The accused man has been represented by a number of lawyers. He is now represented by Kaatz and Vancouver lawyer Joe Doyle.
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Council pans idea of adding banks to malls By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
So far, the quest to add a financial institution to the Mall at Piccadilly is a no go. The city’s development and planning services committee was asked on Monday to consider an application from the owner of the mall, Standard Life Assurance Company of Canada, to add financial institution to the list of permitted uses in the C-7 shopping centre commercial zone. C-7 is the zone governing both the Mall at Piccadilly and Centenoka Park Mall. Although the bylaw amendment must still go to the next meeting of city council, the initial reaction from council members present was not favourable. Missing were Couns. Alan Harrison and Ken Jamieson. Director of development services Kevin Pearson explained that mall manager Lori Cymbaluk came to city staff in September, asking how she could facilitate having a financial institution included. Pearson said he looked at the official community plan and realized the mall was designated ‘city centre’ in the 2011 OCP, a designation that supports financial institution as a use. He
suggested a text amendment to the C-7 zone. The staff report notes the city adopted three bylaws involving financial institutions from 2008 to 2010, all bringing up the overriding concern of maintaining the viability of Salmon Arm’s traditional downtown core. In March 2010, the site of the Uptown Askew’s and the Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union was rezoned to CD-9, a zone that includes financial
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doesn’t want to keep this from the malls, she would like to hear from the two groups as well as the viewpoint of seniors who were mentioned in the proponent’s letter. The letter stated the financial institution would be convenient for residents of nearby Piccadilly Terrace and Piccadilly Care Centre. She said she thinks it will be an issue council will have to deal with in the long term, as financial institutions are changing, becoming included much more in retail locations. At this time, however, she is not in support. Coun. Tim Lavery asked about the legality of rejecting an application if it is supported by the OCP. Carl Bannister, the city’s chief administrative officer, said council is not obliged to approve the application. Lavery asked when a larger chain includes a kiosk and some floor space including a counter with a customer service representative, if that is considered a financial institution under the zoning definition. He was told it is. Lavery, too, said he wouldn’t be supporting the application, given that financial institutions are a critical part of a vibrant downtown. Coun. Chad Eliason
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Exploring Montessori option Silver Creek: Information meeting set for Jan. 8. By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF
Members of the Silver Creek Parent Advisory Committee are looking at creating a new educational option for students at the rural school. The group is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Silver Creek Community Hall to explore the idea of creating a Montessori-style school. The philosophy of the Montessori approach is allowing children to learn on their own while being guided by the teacher. Noah Ralston, who is helping to organize the meeting, says this session is designed to provide information about Montessori education to parents while,
at the same time, gauging the level of interest in the program. Following this meeting, PAC members will attend the Jan. 13 school board meeting to present the concept of converting Silver Creek Elementary to a Montessori model. “The hope is, after we present information to the board, they will at least consider it for Silver Creek,” says Ralston. Silver Creek Elementary has one of the lowest enrolment numbers in the school district with all multiple-grade classrooms. Ralston says Silver Creek is ideally suited for a Montessori-style education option, which has proven very popular across North America. Both Kamloops and
Vernon have Montessori schools running at capacity. This is because many current educational practices at the school already fit with Montessori would be a way of turning the perceived challenges with the school into strengths.
Noah Ralston MEETING ORGANIZER Montessori educational philosophies. In Montessori, classes include blended-age groups of three grade levels as a learning opportunity. There is a focus on
restitution and self regulation in the schools, something which has already been a focus of the staff at Silver Creek, who have had specialized training in those areas. Montessori also has an emphasis on learning in outdoor, natural environments, which complements Silver Creek’s rural setting, that includes a wooded area with a creek on school grounds. “A lot of what Montessori is about is already happening at Silver Creek – blended-grade classes, selfregulation, an emphasis on self-motivation. We are just a few steps away,” adds Ralston. “Montessori would be a way of turning the perceived challenges with the school into strengths.”
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Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, January 12, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. 1) Proposed Rezoning of Lot 1, Section 6, Township 21, Range 9, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP75145, Except Plan KAP80653 from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone). Civic Address: 4521 – 75 Avenue NE Location: East of Park Hill Road NE at the West end of 75 Avenue NE Present Use: Single Family Home Proposed Use: Single Family Home with Detached Suite Owner / Applicant: D. Shields Reference: ZON.1018/Bylaw No. 4078 The file for the proposed bylaw is available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from December 9, 2014 to January 12, 2014, both inclusive, in the office of the Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE. Those who deem their interest affected by the proposed bylaw are urged to review the file available in the Development Services Department (or telephone 250-803-4021) to obtain the facts of the proposal prior to the Public Hearing. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer
SNOW REMOVAL BYLAW Local businesses and residents of the Downtown Area are reminded of regulations contained in Snow Removal Bylaw No. 2030, as amended, directed towards snow and ice removal from public sidewalks and streets. See the City web site www. salmonarm.ca for more information.
2015 PROPERTY TAX AND UTILITY NOTICES Pursuant to Section 245(1) of the Community Charter, outstanding balances in property taxes and annual or metered utilities at December 31, 2014, will be transferred to arrears taxes effective January 1, 2015. Arrears taxes are subject to interest at a rate prescribed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council in accordance with Section 11(3) of the Tax Act.
BUSINESS LICENCE RENEWALS 2015 Business Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. Any business that did not receive a renewal notice should contact the Business Licence Department at 250-803-4003.
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THIS ‘N’ THAT
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Taken by tech scammer After swallowing a large dish of crow last year, I swore I would be on high alert for scams. But just a few hours into the new year, I served myself another large plateful. Last Tuesday, my computer failed to load. But after several attempts, I finally got my trusty Mac booted up and, to my great glee, access to Mahjong. I decided to leave the computer on until Jan. 5 when I could drop it off at the local computer shop. However, a conversation with my son-in-law’s mother in New Zealand came to an abrupt end when I struggled to hold my desktop Mac up to the window to show her my new backyard. Too late, I realized the sound of the power cord hitting the floor not only ended my call, but my mahjong games and more. I Googled Apple Care on my iPhone and punched in the number. I was elated when the call was answered on New Year’s Day. “Not to worry Madam, we will get your computer running again, you can be sure of that.” With a sense of anticipation, I followed instructions to try to boot my Mac up. “How often do you optimize your computer Madam?” he asked. When I replied I did not think Macs had to be optimized, he told me that EVERY computer, whatever the brand, requires optimization in order to run properly. Next the technician asked if I have other devices such as a printer (yes), scanner (yes), another computer (yes) and an iPhone (also yes). Well, did he have a deal for me. For about $80, he would download software to my computer that I could use to optimize every month. And, for another $350, I could have 24-7 technical assistance for all my devices for five years. The only excuse I can muster for actually agreeing to the deal is that I had been up way past my bedtime New Year’s Eve and up again at 8 a.m., and it looked like we might be getting somewhere with my computer. Hope diminished along with patience a couple of hours later when, despite reassurances and a new more advanced technician’s continuing efforts, success remained elusive. At one point, the system seemed to be working and the tech decided re-loading OSX would perhaps solve the problem. Leaving me with both a phone and case number, the tech promised to call back in an hour or so. In the meantime, a call to my daughter and her husband resulted in shrieks of “No Mum! Scam, scam, scam!” While my determined daughter secured the promise of a refund from the company, I closed my credit card. Computer Professionals technician Robin Hickman assured me I am not the only victim of this particular scam. He said most of the victims are old (thanks Robin) or technically challenged (OK, I’m good with that). Unlike others, some who have been scammed to the tune of many thousands of dollars, I apparently have just lost my dignity and the use of my credit card until a new one arrives in about 15 days.
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Fee hikes a sign of the new year Tax and fee increases have become as sure a sign that a new year has arrived as champagne and fireworks. According to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, B.C. residents can expect to see hikes in the rates they pay for MSP, EI, CPP, BC Hydro, ICBC and BC Ferries. Among the increases for 2015, the Medical Services Premium Tax goes up $33 a year for individuals and $66 for families; EI and CPP taxes will go up $23 in 2015; BC Hydro announced a six per cent hike in electricity rates for April 1, which amounts to an estimated $72 for the average home; BC Ferries will boost fares 3.9 per cent; and ICBC is expected to raise basic auto insurance, estimated to be $36 for the average car.
“Every government and agency seems to get their pound of flesh, and one wonders when enough will be enough,” said Jordan Bateman, B.C. director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. The simple answer seems to be never. Perhaps the most troubling increase is the one to basic auto insurance premiums. The increase comes despite the government funnelling more than $150 million from the Crown corporation into provincial coffers, and it will be targeted at safe drivers along with those actually responsible for any increase in claims. It’s clear that when it comes to fee hikes, fairness plays no part in the equation. It’s just a new year’s plunge into the taxpayers’ wallet. -Oak Bay News
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The Observer asked: Is this the worst snowstorm you’ve ever seen in the Shuswap?
Greg Smith “Yeah, it was a difficult drive from Kamloops last night.”
Sarah Robinson “Yeah, especially since I’m from Vancouver originally.”
Rae-Lynne Robertson “Yes. The roads are in poor condition.”
Leanna Kerr “I can’t remember a time where it snowed so much in such a short amount of time.”
Ryan Kurz No, I remember a time two or three years ago where it snowed a lot more in Sorrento.”
Climate adaptation Shopping Centre still divides the story of 2015 BC VIEWS
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VICTORIA – It’s time to look beyond the protests and political battles around climate change that dominated 2014, and look at the year and the decade ahead. From the California drought to shifting forest patterns across B.C., there is evidence that our climate is changing more rapidly. Public debate consists mainly of squabbling about the significance of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions, rather than what can be done to prepare. A draft discussion paper from the B.C. forests ministry on wildfire control was released in December after an access to information request. Climate Change Adaptation and Action Plan For Wildfire Management, 2014-2024 describes the progress made in the province’s community forest fire prevention plan, and its goal to create “wildfire resilient ecosystems and wildfire adapted communities” over the next 10 years. The final discussion paper is to be released early in 2015, but the key research is in. It estimates that by 2017 there will be 788 million cubic metres of dead pine in B.C. forests. Fires in these areas spread 2.6 times faster than in healthy green stands, up to 66 metres per minute. The report calls for fuel management beyond community boundaries to stop “mega-fires” by creating landscape-level fuel breaks, with targeted harvesting, prescribed burning and new silviculture practices. It notes that bark beetle infestations and bigger, hotter fires are being seen across North America, with costs rising along with urban development. The costs of preparing are huge. The
costs of not preparing could be catastrophic. I spoke with Deborah Harford and Jon O’Riordan, members of the Simon Fraser University Adaptation to Climate Change Team (ACT), who, along with ACT senior policy author Robert Sandford, have written a provocative book on the treaty. They hope it will help lead to a renewed agreement that will be a model for a changing world. “For the B.C. side, we’re looking at heavy precipitation and potential increase in snowmelt runoff, while in the States, you’re getting the opposite, much less snow. “There will probably be no snowpack left down there, and they’re looking at the prospect of quite drastically lower flows in the summer,” Harford said. The treaty, sparked by devastating floods in 1948, led to construction of three dams on the B.C. side and one at Libby, Washington that backed up Kookanusa Lake into B.C. Between that reservoir and the Arrow Lakes, 110,000 hectares of B.C. land were flooded, including orchards, dairy farms and the homes of 2,000 people. Those dams hold back spring flood water and provide for irrigation that has allowed Washington to expand its agriculture to a $5 billion-a-year industry. The treaty shares the value of hydroelectric power generated by the many U.S. dams, but it pays B.C. nothing for agricultural benefits that were achieved at the cost of B.C. farms and aboriginal territories. O’Riordan notes that climate shifts create a strategic benefit for B.C. The U.S. has no more dam capacity, and needs us more than ever, for flood protection and water supply.
Once again SmartCentres dominates the front page. This time they are suing the environmental consultants that sang from the songbook they wanted to hear. WA:TER (Wetlands Alternative; The Environmental Response) gave several presentations to council regarding this property in 2006-2007 informing them of the importance of specific river channels, wetlands, and riparian setbacks. Their message was clear: It would be an unfavourable location for a shopping centre. After a marathon hearing, the SmartCentre development was eventually turned down on first proposal. The second time around – this
ragtag group of local engineers, professionals and concerned citizens pooled their resources and had their own QEP analysis and report conducted. This second report shot the SmartCentre’s report (by EBA, now being sued) so full of holes that the Ministry of Environment could not ignore this and ordered their own QEP report. The third report found that EBA was not “rigorous enough” and as a result the size of their development was reduced from an original 42 acres down to 16.5 acres. Salmon Arm has essentially “dodged a bullet” by not also being named in this $3.3 million suit. The majority of
our council and city staff chose to defer to the SmartCentres QEP and ignore the local citizens’ recommendations. Fast forward to the day online shopping renders big-box stores redundant and we have a 900 car parking lot pushing up weeds on a piece of fertile property that could have fed Salmon Arm into the millennium. Should the “Salmon Arm is open for business” attitude be at the expense of our lakes and rivers? Ultimately, future councils must be the stewards of our precious resources and their future. Duncan Morris
Writer seeks support for ABC campaign As we head into a federal election year I’m sickened knowing that 55 per cent of my riding voted Conservative in 2011. Do people have no clue what they’re voting for? Harper’s “program” preaches that free trade is God’s will and that God would never allow man to destroy the environment. Environmentalists are Satan’s
helpers, bent on destroying the economy. Anyone not onboard with these fanatical evangelical principles is out. Too bad our economic genius put all his eggs in the tar sands basket. Boy Wonder’s devoted wanna-beone-percenters can kiss their dreams of wealth goodbye as oil prices sink like a super tanker.
Meanwhile Harper rejects green energy, embraces Monsanto, and fights against local food. With a population that worships money above all else, is it possible to turn stupid around in time to save Canada? Please join the ABC movement (Anyone But Conservative) in 2015. Belinda Lyall
Citizens encouraged to learn about radiation Last week, while watching the news, I was shocked to hear the anchors telling people how to increase the power of the router in their homes to allow the signal to be better able to penetrate the walls. They were talking to each other as if this were a good thing, even giving model numbers of stronger routers available. To me it looked like an ad for the industry selling that technology. Research, from sources independent of industry, shows that the router in your house is like having a small cell tower in your house and is very likely to cause the deterioration of your family’s health, children and el-
derly being most susceptible. About the worst thing a household could do is to increase the power to these low-frequency, microwave-emitting devices. Although this radiation is already classified as a class 2b Carcinogen, there is a large movement asking the governments to classify such radiation as a class 1 cause of cancer. In the main, the general public doesn’t have the knowledge that would enable them to know about these dangers, as they trust that adequate balanced research was done before it was put out on public media. On Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. there will be a
public meeting at Salmon Arm City Hall in the council chambers concerning cell towers and electromagnetic radiation issues. Prior to this event, the local Citizens for Safe Technology branch will offer a very informative presentation. Plans are for one or two internationally recognized scientists to speak at both events. Please attend as there will be information vital to you and your family’s health. Come out and learn more. Ask your questions. Howard Hallett
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Council sets speaking limits Special meeting Jan. 29: Each person allotted five minutes to address cell tower and Wi-Fi issues. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
The time to be allotted for citizens to voice their thoughts on ‘communication system location’ at a special council meeting in January has been changed. The meeting was requested by citizens, mostly members of Citizens for Safe Technology, with regard to siting of cell towers, but they would also like to provide information about the spread of Wi-Fi. It will be held in council chambers on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. The city had initially announced that the first round of presentations would be limited to a maximum of seven minutes per presenter and, if time permits, a second round of pre-
sentations would be limited to a maximum of five minutes. However, at a meeting on Monday, Jan. 5 of the city’s development and planning services committee, council members present decided to shorten the presentation allotment. Coun. Chad Eliason said he thinks the presentation lengths are long, noting that just 10 presenters using their full time would total two hours. After some discussion, he suggested each presenter be given five minutes in the first round and a maximum of two minutes in the second. Other councillors agreed unanimously. Couns. Alan Harrison and Ken Jamieson were absent. The idea for the
meeting arose after city staff presented a motion to council at the Oct. 6 planning meeting. It proposed that council recognize Industry Canada protocols as the guide to local communication system location and consultation procedures.
Chad Eliason City COunCillOr Staff noted that Industry Canada and Health Canada ultimately have jurisdiction over such towers and health standards.
More recently, citizen opposition was sparked when the majority of council agreed to sign an agreement with Shaw Cablesystems Limited to provide free Wi-Fi access in some city parks and facilities. Presenters who wish to use audio visual aids are requested to provide electronic copies to the administration department at city hall by 4 p.m. on Jan. 27. Citizens for Safe Technology have asked council to revisit its decision on signing an agreement with Shaw for free Wi-Fi in the parks, but they’ve been told that won’t happen. The city notice regarding the Jan. 29 meeting states that no council motions on the topic are scheduled for consideration.
City awards three-year cleaning contracts Who is cleaning what has been determined for the next three years, at minimum, for a saving to the city of $35,000. City council unanimously awarded the janitorial services contract for the city hall/ courthouse to 6-4 Building Maintenance Ltd. at a price of $118,572
plus GST for a threeyear period. The same company was awarded the janitorial services contract for the RCMP detachment at the price of $36,060. The three-year contract for janitorial services for the public works building was awarded to TBCP
Holdings, doing business as Bliss Commercial Cleaning, for the price of $22,279.80 plus GST. Janitorial services for the Salmon Arm fire halls were awarded to Salmon Arm Janitorial for $14,220 plus GST. The mayor and the city’s corporate officer
have the option to extend the contracts for a further two-year term. City staff noted the new contracts will save the city $35,000 over three years based on current 2014 rates. Staff noted price wasn’t the only consideration, but the contracts went to the lowest bid in each case.
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We’re growing and we need that space.” Asked if the city hallcourthouse building, built in 2006, should have been bigger, she says no, she wouldn’t have wanted it any larger. She adds: “I can see 15 years down the road needing a new courthouse.” By that time, Cooper sees the performing arts centre and the downtown college
on everybody’s part to want to improve those relationships.” Since then there have been meetings with both Neskonlith Chief Judy Wilson and Adams Lake Chief Nelson Leon. “I really liked talking to Chief Judy Wilson – we had lunch a number of times… Sort of being real with each other. And then Chief Leon, he has such a
Okanagan College. “We have some time limits we have to get things done by, so we’ll be on top of that.” Another is the performing arts centre. “They’re coming forward with a business plan for the next year, they’re going to be fundraising – we’ll be quite involved with that.” Communications is the third goal Cooper emphasizes. “We want to start working on a communications plan as well. That’s one of the things all of council has heard – people would like better communications. That’s why I’m kind of excited about having Louise Wallace (on council). We have to have an overall strategy. It has to be overarching, not piecemeal. How do we communicate, how can we do it better?” Cooper said the need for a better communication plan became evident when the city acquired land for the Ross Street underpass and citizens didn’t approve. “It could have been so much better. I think the press release for Jackson (purchase of land at the former JL Jackson school site) was good. People could have seen exactly what we were thinking… As it turned out, there was a lot of misinformation.”
It was a year filled with highlights for the city’s mayor. Reflecting on the year just past, Mayor Nancy Cooper told the Observer it is difficult to choose just one high point. The one she settles on is the purchase of five acres of the former JL Jackson school site from the school district. “I think that really I see a lot of growth, I see a made everybody happy so we could save better transit system, all the at least some of it… It things that make this a great will stay in the public’s place to live. hands and hopefully no future council sells it,” she says, pointing out that with the potential for a number of uses such as a performing Nancy Cooper arts centre and a soccer SALMON ARM MAYOR facility, it appealed to many. “It seemed like there was something campus complete. good attitude.” for everybody in that.” “Those all stem from Cooper points to a Doing a quick men- wanting to open el- protocol agreement tal scan, Cooper also ementary schools and that the city is workmentions the tax incen- see more children here. ing towards with the tive program at the in- To do that… we have Neskonlith band, as dustrial park as well as to do all these things, well as the raising of building stats reaching have more industry.” the Secwepemc flag at more than $45 million. Asked about a city hall. “That’s good news change in the relation“The flag we did this to see a lot of people ship with First Nations year, that was unaniworking.” bands, Cooper said it’s mous… The interesting Asked to look further been mostly a matter thing, everybody I’ve into the future – Coo- of circumstance. She talked with – we’ve all per describes the city as notes things got off to had emails – people are she would like to see it. a rocky start in her first proud of that. Ten years from now, term with the court case Looking to the imher vision includes the between the Neskonlith mediate future for the opening of elementary band and the city over city, the mayor menschools, a new high- the SmartCentres site. tions three goals. way with a new bridge “It didn’t start out One is to push forover the Salmon River well three years ago, ward with plans for a and more high-tech, but there was a desire downtown campus of green business. “I see a lot of growth, 2014/2015 Season | Bruce Dunn: Music Director I see a better transit syswww.kamloopssymphony.com tem, all the things that Bruce Bruce Director Dunn Bruce Dunn Dunn Music Music Bruce Director Dunn Music Music Director Director make this a great place Wearabouts in Salmon Arm, at the door or 2013/2014 2013/2014 Season Season to live,” she says, pointKamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483 or 1-866-374-5483 Salmon Arm Series Arm Series ing to improvementsSalmon to Marine Park such SALMON ARM SERIES as a playground, more walking space that can accommodate strollJanuary January 10/2014 10/2014 Friday 7:30 Friday pm 7:30 pm January 9/2015 Friday 7:30 pm Salmon ArmSalmon Recreation Arm Centre Recreation Centre ers and walkers, and a SALMON ARM RECREATION CENTRE Rod Michell, Rod host Michell, Cvetozar host Vutev, Cvetozar violin Vutev, violin swimming pool with Martin MacDonald, Guest Conductor Kreisler Caprice Kreisler Viennoise Caprice Viennoise a slide. Then, a little Lambroula Pappas, Soprano Mozart Rondo Mozart in C major Rondo in C major further along in time, Beethoven Symphony Beethoven #6 Symphony - 1st movement #6Baritone - 1st movement Andrew Greenwood, Lanner Die Lanner Schöenbrunner Die Schöenbrunner Cooper sees city hall Schubert Rosamunde: Schubert Ballet Rosamunde: Music Ballet Music Some of the Vienna great opera arias and duets, plus overtures, Cvetozar Vutev Cvetozar Vutev Strauss needing more room. Tales Strauss from theTales from Woods the Vienna Woods Martin MacDonald waltzes and Die marches in the Overture Viennese tradition. Die Fledermaus Overture Fledermaus “Maybe not in 10 years, but close, I see us SPONSORS SPONSORS building a new courtEVENT SpoNS Spo NSor NS orS or S house as city hall will need a new building. GRANTS GRANTS graNTS I can see it coming…
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Attention: vegetation management The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, within facilities, which include gate, district, compressor, valve, meter, odorant and propane stations within the FortisBC service area. The FortisBC service area is located in proximity to the communities of Cranbrook, Sparwood, Fernie, Kimberley, Vernon, Salmon Arm, Revelstoke, Kamloops, Merritt, Cache Cr, Clinton, 100 Mile House, Williams Lk, Quesnel, Prince George, Mackenzie, Chetwynd, all of the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland as well as Victoria, Nanaimo and Campbell River on Vancouver Island. The pest management methods proposed for use include physical (non-chemical) treatment methods (selective slashing, girdling, hand pulling, weed trimming, mowing, pruning, geotextiles and stump removal), the release of biological control agents (insects), cultural control methods (grass seeding), and the use of pesticides (herbicides). The common name (and examples of trade names) of the pesticides proposed for use under this plan include: aminopyralid, aminocyclopyrachlor, chlorsulfuron (Telar), clopyralid (Transline), 2-4 Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, dicamba (Vanquish), diuron (Karmex), flumioxazin, fluroxpyr, glyphosate (Roundup, Roundup Weathermax, Glyphos, Vantage, Vantage Plus), hexazinone (Velpar),indaziflam, imazapyr (Arsenal), metsulfuronmethyl, picloram (Tordon 22K), simazine (Simadex, Princep) and triclopyr (Garlon 4 or Garlon Ultra). Application methods include: foliar, soil, wick/wipe-on and cut surface, using backpack, wick/wipe-on applicator, squirt bottle, injection tools and handgun (power hose and nozzle). The proposed duration of the PMP is from May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2020. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined online at fortisbc.com or by contacting the Applicant listed above.
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FROM THE
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1925
The annual meeting of the Salmon Arm Women’s Institute was held in their hall, and the new officers were elected: Mrs. J.R. A. Richards, Mrs. J.K. Fraser, Mrs. J.D. McGuire, Mrs. W.S. Page and Mrs. P.C. Campbell.
1935
It was decided at a regular meeting of the district council that roads would be snow-plowed again that year, if conditions were bad. Accounts totalling $1,617.03 were passed - $725.10 general, $189.73 for public works and relief, $702.20
1945
Cooking apples were needed by the hospital, and an appeal was issued to growers in the district for contributions. It was announced by R.B. Askew of Salmon Arm Meat and Produce Ltd., that construction of a modern cold storage locker plant was planned. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was at the Rex Theatre. Grant Riddle, transferred as a sergeant pilot to the RCAF reserve, and Bill Collier, discharged from the Air Force, were both back at high school. F/L R.G.B. Bivar returned from overseas. He had served more then two years, flying a Mustang engaged in tactical reconnaissance over enemy territory.
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er reacts to the cold water with a scream during the annual New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge at Canoe Beach; Katie Johnson gasps while trying warm up after leaving the water; a group of brave souls, including a crew from the Selkirks Swim Club, race out of the water after taking a dip; Molly Fogarty accepts a blanket from Katie Lemire after her brief swim in the lake.
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Historic acacia trees were removed from in front of city hall, Harris Street, to permit the start of a beautification program. They had been planted about 50 years previously on Arbour Day by Mrs. Slough and other pioneers. Total value of building permits issued in Salmon Arm during 1954 was $94,470. The number of permits issued was 48. The new curling rink and service station made up the greater part of the total. However at least one permit for a substantial new home was issued at an estimated cost of $10,000.
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All is not calm on Christmas Day RCMP
Report Christmas means different things to different people, just as Christmas Day includes a variety of activities for a variety of people. Christmas Day is a holiday for many, but not for emergency services personnel. Here’s what Christmas Day was like this year for the Salmon Arm RCMP detachment, as provided by Staff Sgt. Kevin Keane. • At midnight on Dec. 25, police responded to a domestic assault outside the city limits. The female victim was transported to hospital with numerous bruises and swelling to her face. The male was arrested at the scene. • At approximately 1 a.m. on Dec. 25, police responded to an alarm at an automotive business on Hudson Avenue. From that site a vehicle had been stolen; however, it was later located by the property owner. Police went to the area and arrested a 37-year-old man from the vehicle. He was originally from Quebec and has no known address. He was held in custody. • At approximately 5 a.m. on Dec. 25, police were called to the
emergency ward of the local hospital to remove a male causing a disturbance there. • At approximately 10 a.m. on Dec. 25, police received an abandoned 911 call through a cellular telephone. Police attempted to triangulate the location of the cell phone but were unable to locate the caller.
5 p.m. on Dec. 25, police responded to a disturbance in the Tappen area. Investigation revealed that a grandmother to a child was not wanted by the family and was sitting outside the home blasting the car horn. • At approximately 6 p.m., police responded to a theft from vehicles at a business on the Trans-Canada Highway. On scene police observed a broken window and open gas caps. No specific items were noted stolen.
Canada Highway. Investigation revealed that the business was not entered and no items were stolen. • At approximately midnight police responded to a family
• At approximately noon on Dec. 25, police received information of a hit and run to a parked vehicle on Brown Road. The vehicle sustained several thousand dollars worth of damage. • At 3 p.m. on Dec. 25, police were called to the emergency ward of the local hospital to remove a male causing a disturbance, the same male located there earlier. • At approximately
• At approximately 9:30 p.m., police responded to a report of a mentally disturbed male on 10th Street SW. The male was acting erratically, and attempting to hitchhike. The male was not located. • At approximately 10:30 p.m., police responded to a suspicious vehicle parked on 50th Street SE. Investigation revealed that the vehicle had broken down due to a flat tire. • At approximately 11 p.m., police located a smashed window at a business on the Trans-
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Lazar leads Canada to world junior gold By Kevin Mitchell BLACK PRESS
That ever-present grin Curtis Lazar wears is now recognized all over Canada. Just 20 days after recording his first NHL goal with the Ottawa Senators, Lazar received the 2015 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship trophy Monday night before 19,014 delirious fans at the Air Canada Centre. Loaned to Team Canada by the Sens, Lazar was a classy, upbeat captain and one of seven returnees from last year’s fourth-place lineup in Sweden. The drama-jammed 5-4 win over the Russians Monday left Lazar sleepless in Toronto. “I’m running on about two hours sleep,” Lazar told Black Press Tuesday afternoon from the Toronto International Airport. “We hung out at the rink until about 2 a.m. with family and friends. They have a nice restaurant at the ACC so we had a few drinks and a little bit of food. We kept it pretty low key.” Lazar helped the Edmonton Oil Kings claim the Memorial Cup seven months ago in London, Ont. and in 2011, joined current Canadian teammates Nic Petan and Sam Reinhart to strike gold for B.C. at the Canada Winter Games in Halifax. Lazar broke Sidney Crosby and Steven Stamkos scoring records with a dozen snipes and 17 points for that gold medal. “Definitely not,” said Lazar, asked if he ever gets tired of hoisting trophies. “People say I’m getting pretty good at it and I told everybody after the game that my junior career is now complete. “That was a phenomenal game. It was junior hockey at its finest and there really wasn’t ever any doubt we were going to hold on. The fan support was incredible. That was probably the loudest crowd I’ve ever played in front of.” After Anthony Duclair and Nick Paul scored in the first 2:32 to give Canada an early 2-0 lead, goals from Connor McDavid, Max Domi and Reinhart in a span of 7:22 in the second gave the Canadians a 5-1 advantage. The Russians had nine NHL draft picks playing compared to Canada, who had all but two players already plucked in the amateur lottery. Russia, however, reeled off three goals in a span of 3:16 to close the gap to one goal after 40 minutes. Ivan Barbashev and Nikolai Goldobin scored on the power play, while Sergei Tolchinski converted at even strength.
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Golden moment: Nineteen-year-old Curtis Lazar captained Team Canada to the gold medal at the 2015 World Junior Hockey Championships in Toronto, snapping a five-year gold medal drought. Head coach Benoit Groulx called a timeout after the fourth Russian goal and pulled out his now-famous rallying cry: tic-tac-tao. “I could see the looks on the guys and guys were laughing so that’s exactly what we needed,” said Lazar, who turns 20 on Feb. 2. “Some of the guys were down, but I knew there was lots of time left.” Canadian goalie Zach Fucale was stellar as the Russians pressed and held an 11-4 shot advantage in the third period. “We always had an answer,” said Lazar. “People said we had it easy playing the Danes and Slovakians in our group and that we weren’t really tested. When we got two goals on two shots on the Russians, I thought it might be the worst thing because it woke the Russians up. I thought our guys
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did a great job regrouping (after Russia’s rally) and staying calm. We played hard for one another all tournament and now Canada is back on top of the world in junior hockey.” Domi, who is property of the Arizona Coyotes, led the Canadians with a goal and two assists and Fucale registered 26 saves as Canada pocketed its 16th gold medal at the World Juniors, and first since 2009. Reinhart (five goals, six assists), Petan (four goals, 11 points) and McDavid (3-8-11) tied for the tournament lead. Lazar, a power forward, finished with five goals and nine points. The two-week experience was also golden for Lazar’s See canada on page A13
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Taking tourney by Storm The Salmon Arm Storm Atom Rec hockey team was on fire at their home tournament on Dec. 19 to 21. In an outstanding team effort, the Storm went 5 and 0 for the weekend, scoring 48 goals while surrendering only 17. In the championship game, the Storm beat the Kelowna Snow Beasts 9-3. The other Atom Rec team, the Salmon Arm Samurai, also finished strong, with an impressive last game defeating Chilliwack 8-3 for a fourthplace finish.
Midget Tier 2 Tips tops The USNR Midget Tier 2 Silvertips came off a huge 4-2 win in mid-December in West Kelowna and continued their tenaciousness on Dec. 20/21, earning three out of a possible four points. Their relentless effort paid off against the division’s first-place Kelowna Rockets, who were sitting with a 10 and 1 record. The Silvertips split the Saturday decision with a 4-4 tie. Sunday’s game took them to Kamloops where they claimed a well-earned 5-1 victory.
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To the hills, mateys The Annual Larch Hills School Pirate Loppet goes Friday, Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, over a five-kilometre course, is for grades three to seven students and experienced younger students when accompanied by their parents. Cost is $5. The emphasis is on participation, with all proceeds to schools to help them build their ski inventory. Registration will be done through the schools this month. Interested schools or PACs should call Brian Smith at 250832-2934 or Tom Peasgood at 250-832-7368
Bridge winners Jan. 4: Sunday Duplicate – 1st. Naomi and Eugene Ogino; 2nd. Edie and Jack Swanson; 3rd. Carol Jeffery and Doug Stewart; 4th. Shirley and Chuck Buckler. Have a sports event? Write to us at:
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It’s a new year and a fresh start to 2015 for the Silverbacks. “The guys came back from the 10-day break in the right frame of mind,” said head coach Brandon West. The ’Backs certainly returned ready to play as they easily disposed of West Kelowna 7-1 last Friday, and defeated the league leaders, Penticton, in a 3-0 shutout at the Shaw Centre. “Their batteries were recharged and they were eager to return.” Andrew Farny had a game to remember against the Warriors,
the 19-year-old defenceman from Steamboat Springs, Col. scoring a hat trick, adding two assists, and earning first-star honours. Taro Hirose, Colton Thibault, Ross Heidt and AP call-up Cameron Coutre each added goals to round out the scoring. Last Saturday against Penticton, Angus Redmond stopped all 35 shots that he faced for his second shutout of the season. Hirose kicked off the scoring in the first period, and Phil Middleton and Ross Heidt each added a goal on the Silverbacks’ way to the 3-0 victory and
15th win of the season. The Silverbacks are now two games above .500 and have won five games in a row, cur-
Brandon West SilverbackS head coach rently the longest winning streak in the British Columbia Hockey League. “We can’t rely on our past success. We
have to motivate ourselves and take every game one at a time.” Returning to the line-up last Saturday from injury for the first time in three months was Calgary-native Jack Berezan. Despite the return of Berezan, the ’Backs are still missing Shane Danyluk, Nick Hutchinson, Logan Mick and Karl El-Mir due to injury. West expects to see a couple of those injured players return within the next two weeks. “There is a light at the end of the tunnel, I am hopeful we will be at our full roster soon.” Trade deadline day in the BCHL is Satur-
day, Jan. 10, and it’s unknown if the Silverbacks will make any more moves. Their most recent transaction, Jordan Burns, has been a welcome asset to the ’Backs blueline. “Burns has been a tremendous addition not only defensively but also offensively, he has really helped to strengthen our back line.” The Silverbacks play Trail tonight at 7 p.m. at the Shaw Centre before travelling to West Kelowna on Friday. Saturday evening the ’Backs host Prince George for their first tilt since playing in preseason.
Canada back on top of the World Juniors Continued from A12 family. His parents, Dave and Karen, and siblings, Jenna, Ryan and Cory, followed him just about everywhere. “I think my dad got more face time on TSN than I did,” joked Curtis. “We were walking down the street in Toronto and people were going, ‘Hey, there’s Curtis Lazar’s dad, can we get a picture?’ We had some family photos taken with the trophy after the game and Cory was pretty excited because he got lots of pictures taken with the guys. They had a great trip, walking around old Montreal and watching all the games.” Lazar was born in Salmon Arm, began
his minor hockey career here, and moved to Vernon at age 10. He played two years of peewee AAA hockey in Vernon before joining the Pursuit of Excellence program in Kelowna for two seasons and finally spending one year with the Okanagan Hockey Academy in Penticton. He was the second player taken, by the Oil Kings, in the 2010 Western Hockey League Bantam draft, and the 17th choice, by the Senators, in the 2013 NHL entry draft. Lazar was back in NHL mode Tuesday. “I’m flying to Philly this afternoon but hopefully not playing,” he laughed. “Then, we go to Colorado. It will be good to see the guys again.”
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Nordics impress at home The recent snowfall made for excellent race conditions this past weekend and excellent results for the Larch Hills Nordics. More than 200 racers participated in the Okanagan Cup Nordic ski event hosted by Larch Hills Dec. 27-28. The two-day event began with classic races on Saturday and freestyle sprints Sunday. Saturday’s classic event started with Colby Cadden finishing first in the atom boys one-kilometre race. For the girls, Jeremia Bucher placed second and Alice Chubey came third. In the 1.5-km pee wee boys division-one race, Jonathan Breugem placed first, Lucas Hanson second and Ben Milne third. Eric Moore claimed first and Frankie Ayotte placed third in the pee wee boys division-two 1.5-km race. In pee wee girls division-one, Makayla Cadden placed first and Samantha Peterson was third. For the pee wee division-two category, Larch Hills skiers swept the podium. Tessa Elliot claimed first, Hilary Vukadinovic second and Emily Carelse third. In the 2.5-km bantam boys division-two category, Trond May placed first and, in the bantam division-one category, Jacob Hepburn took third. In the bantam girls division-one category, Julianne Moore took top spot and Samantha Vukadinovic was in
second place. In bantam girls division-two, Sophia Van Varseveld placed first and Claire Van Bergeyk, third. In the 3.5-km midget boys division-one event, Stephen Moore claimed first while Calvin Hepburn took second. Lucy Elliot placed second and Keeya Corbett was third in the midget girls divisionone category. In midget divisiontwo girls, Julia Brown took top spot and Rachel Bates claimed third. In the five-km juvenile boys division-one event, David Bakker took first place, and in the juvenile boys division-two race, Konrad Van Varseveld earned first and Aidan Hepburn placed third. Rachel May skied to the gold medal in the juvenile girls divisionone event. In the 10-km junior boys divisiontwo event, Alexander Corbett placed second and Kellen Viznaugh claimed third. In the junior boys division-one race, it was Andrew Nash in first place and Seth Van Varseveld in second spot. The only racers in the junior men’s 10-km race were Thomas Hardy and John Connor. In the 10-km junior girls event, Elena Bruns placed second. Sunday was a fastpaced day of freestyle sprints, fun for both spectators and racers. In the pee wee girls division-one race, Samantha Peterson
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In hot pursuit: Julia Brown, right, pulls away from Sally Haaheim during the Okanagan Cup Nordic ski event on Dec. 29 at Larch Hills. placed second, while in pee wee girls division two, Hilary Vukadinovic placed first and Emily Carelse was third. In pee wee boys division one, Lucas Hanson was first, Ben Milne second and Ian Van Bergeyk came in third. Eric Moore placed second in pee wee boys division two. The bantam girls division-one category saw a Larch Hills sweep of the podium as Julianne Moore, Zara Bucher and Samantha Vukadinovic finished with gold, silver and bronze. The bantam girls division two also saw a sweep of the podium for the local club. Sophia Van Varseveld was in first, Claire Van Bergeyk in second and Lys Milne in third. Cameron Carelse placed third in bantam boys division one, and
in division two, Trond May placed first. In midget girls division one, Keeya Corbett placed second and Maggie Beckner third. In the midget girls division-two category, Megan Hart came second and Rachel Bates third. Stephen Moore and Calvin Hepburn placed first and second in midget boys division one, while Ben Van Bergeyk placed third in division two. Rachel May claimed first in the juvenile girls event, while Elena Bruns placed second in junior girls. In juvenile boys division one, David Bakker placed first. In juvenile boys division two, Konrad Van Varseveld was first and Aidan Hepburn second. Once again Thomas Hardy and John Connor were the only entries for the junior men.
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Golds get off to swift start early in the season December was a big month for the Salmon Arm Secondary Senior Golds basketball team. At the Port Moody Christmas Classic tournament on Dec 29 through 31, the Golds were in their second consecutive tournament final game, after winning the Penticton tournament on Dec. 18/19. In Penticton, the Golds first defeated George Eliot 72-54, with game star honours going to Brayden Koprowsky. Next was a defeat of Penticton High 74-52, with game star Josh Kujat. In the final, the SAS team continued its winning streak with a 54-43 win over the Princess Margaret Mustangs. Lenny DePatie took the game star with 19 points. Koprowksy was a tournament all star and DePatie took home tournament MVP honours. In the very competi-
tive Port Moody tourney, SAS defeated rival Centennial 48-41. Dillan Olson and Norman Ambauen led the attack with eight points each. In Game two, the semi-final, the Golds came out on top of a 60-57 score versus New Westminster. Dillan Olson was the game star, leading the way with 15 points and hitting four clutch free throws in the last two minutes to first tie the game, and then put the Golds ahead. The Golds also played Newington College, an Australian private school, ranked #1 in Australia, on tour through the Lower Mainland and the North-West American coast. DePatie took home a game star award after playing outstanding defense on Chier Maker, a 6’9 power forward who is committed to the University of Portland, holding him to a
The Newington coach had words of praise for the Golds, saying they were, “the best team they’ve played so far” early into their tour.
Upcoming action for the Senior Golds is the Nugget Tournament in Salmon Arm, Jan. 16 and 17, featuring teams from all over B.C. The Golds’ regular
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attacking the basket: Current Golds forward Dillan Olson, left, takes the ball through traffic to the hoop as 2013 alumni Daniel Schager attempts to block Olson in an alumni versus current Golds game at the Sullivan campus on Dec. 22. 14-point effort. Jordan Issac also took home a game star award after providing a spark off the bench offensively and more importantly,
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Snow fans: Comedians are on the on the slopes by day and on stage cracking jokes by night.
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2008, when Dan Quinn wanted to combine his two favourite passions – snowboarding and stand-up comedy – he came up with the Snowed in Comedy tour. The entire tour schedule is built around what ski hills Quinn can hit during the day, an adventure funded by his successful comedy shows. A popular proposition to other comedians, the show features Quinn, Arj Barker, Craig Campbell and Paul Myrehaug. All of the acts are internationally recognized and have received various awards and accolades in several parts of the world. Quinn had no idea his plan for combining comedic talent with his thirst for time on the slopes would grow to include sold-out
shows in venues with as many In 2013, he won the Peoas 1,440 seats or TV specials. ple’s Choice Award and was Barker is an American the biggest seller at the Melstand-up comedian who has bourne International Comedy a huge following in Europe, Festival. Australia and New Zealand, Quinn has had numerous and growing international acappearances on TV and radio claim. He is best known for and has won the Canadian playing Dave in the hit HBO Comedy Competition at the sitcom Flight of the Conwildly popular Just for Laughs Arj chords. Festival in Montreal. Barker He was co-creator of the offHe has appeared on CTV’s COMEDIAN broadway hit the MarijuanaComedy Now, The Debators, logues, and can be seen in Sirius XM radio and won three comedy central specials Best of the Fest at the Hubcap in the U.S. and two Late Show with David Comedy Festival in Moncton. Letterman appearances. Campbell is a Canadian who is now based
out of the UK, where he has performed on the hugely successful Michael McIntyre Comedy Road show. Canadian Audiences may remember him as the former host of Ed the Sock and for his numerous Just For Laughs appearances. Myrehaug joins the tour this year after a four-year hiatus. He won the Great Canadian Laugh Off $25,000 prize and has been on Just For Laughs, Sirius XM and The Debators. Each comedian will perform for 25 minutes with an intermission after the first two acts. The popular tour will arrive at the SASCU Rec Centre on Saturday, Jan. 24. Tickets are available at Wearabouts.
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Artistic director wins blues booster award Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival artistic director Peter North has been honoured for his longtime contribution to the Canadian Blues industry. North is the recipient of the Toronto Blues Society’s Blues Booster of the Year Award, a special Maple Blues Award honouring outstanding contribution to the Canadian blues music industry. “Held in high regard by his peers and musicians across Canada, North has spent more than 40 years wearing many hats to promote blues artists in various capacities; including working as a journalist with the Edmonton Journal, CBC television, a radio host, concert promoter, talent buyer, his involvement with the University of Alberta and Folkways Alive! and now as the
current artistic director of the impressive Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival,” notes a Blues Society press release. North spent his early teens listening to blues music and attending concerts by legendary blues artists and then began producing concerts and dances while in his late teens and early 20s – with blues music being a common thread. He notes that growing up listening to Holger Petersen’s longtime CKUA radio show, Natch’l Blues, was pivotal in his appreciation and love of blues music. “Peter North has long played – and continues to play – a major part in the blues scene in Western Canada,” says Richard Flohil. “His passion and enthusiasm for blues –
and all kinds of other roots music – has been a touchstone for musicians and audiences alike.” On receiving the Blues Booster of the Year Award, the humble North said, “I was very surprised to receive a call that I was being named a recipient of this award and, of course, I am very honoured,” said North. He noted there are many other individuals working hard to keep the blues alive and healthy in Canada and to be singled out this year came out of left field. “This kind of recognition from the Toronto Blues Society makes one take stock, reflect and look in the rearview mirror for a minute. With that comes a reminder of how special this cultural industry is and how fortunate
I’ve been to work in so many capacities in the world of blues music.” North continues to be inspired by great artists – the driving force behind his efforts to build a great festival in Salmon Arm. This years Roots and Blues Festival runs Aug. 14 to 16 and earlybird pricing is in effect until Feb. 27. North has already announced three acts for what is usually the hottest show of the season: Canned Heat, from New Orleans, Stooges Brass Band from (Trombone Shorty’s alma mater when he was a teen) and UK’s, Oysterband. Tickets are available at www.rootsandblues. ca or by calling 250833-4096. In the meantime, a special “Doin’ it Right” benefit concert featuring Powder
Collaboration brings series back After a two-year hiatus, Okanagan College’s popular “Classics at the Classic” returns next week for its fifth season, with a contemporary twist. In previous years, the series has largely showcased established classics and foreignlanguage films, but this season the series focuses on the works of three of the most exciting and distinctive directors working today: Wes Anderson, Paul Thomas Anderson, and Terrence Malick. Sponsored by Okanagan College and supported by the Salmar Association, the nonprofit program runs
in conjunction with a second-year film criticism and theory course taught by English professor Tim Walters, who introduces each of the films. “My hope with this year’s selection is that rather than looking to the past, I have selected movies made by the most original and compelling filmmakers working at the very peak of their power today,” says Walters. He was also keen to focus on directors whose films are immediately identifiable and have highly distinctive styles and personalities so students can watch them develop over the
course of several films. “Plus, these are all films that I love, and that I think will be tremendously exciting for my students and for the general public.” The “Contemporary Classics at the Classic” runs Monday nights at the Salmar Classic Theatre beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12 with Wes Anderson’s 1998 cult classic Rushmore. The schedule includes: • Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. – Terrrence Malick’s Badlands. • Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m. – Paul Thomas Anderson’s Boogie Nights. • Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. – Wes Anderson’s The
Royal Tenenbaums. • March 2 at 7:30 p.m. Malick’s The Thin Red Line. • March 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Paul Thomas Anderson’s Magnolia. • March 16 at 5 p.m. – Wes Anderson’s The Fantastic Mr. Fox and at 7:30, The Life Aquatic, with Steve Zissou. • March 23 at 5 p.m. – Paul Thomas Anderson’s There Will be Blood. • March 30 a 7:30 p.m. Malick’s Tree of Life. The films are open to the public and admission is $5. For more information, email Tim Walters at TWalters@ okanagan.bc.ca.
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New beginnings possible which fuels the cycle.” Braby says celebrating small successes are important as they act as catalysts for further change and, over time, become the ingredients for lasting change. Echoing Gabor Maté, renowned Vancouver doctor, author and leading addictions specialist, Braby says addictions originate in pain. “Whether felt openly or hidden in the subconscious, they are emotional anesthetics,” she says, noting that far beyond a pursuit for pleasure, chronic substance use is a person’s attempt to escape distress. “Rather than turning to people whom
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the person has learned to distrust, they turn to a substance he or she has learned will numb the pain.”
Chelsea Braby CliniCian Braby and Evans guide discussions, but the most meaningful aspects of the group are what the clients contribute, she says.
Quoting Maté, Braby says “the question is never why the addiction, but why the pain?” The women are hoping to offer a threeweek intensive, outpatient treatment group to address underlying issues and root cause of substance misuse. In the meantime, New Beginnings launches Tuesday, Jan. 13 and will include practical information and strategies for coping with the many aspects of substance misuse. The group will meet from 1 to 2:45 p.m. Tuesdays at Mental Health and Substance Use Services. Call 250-833-4103 to register.
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COMING EVENTS January 18 Honour and Awards (invite) Jan 25 General Meeting • 1 pm February 1 Superbowl Party Monday • Crib 7 pm Tuesday • Fun Darts 7 pm Thursday • Shuffleboard 2:30 pm - girls vs. guys
Gre Cu at Cof p of fee !!!
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It’s Our Duty to Your Car! Since 1978
HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Helping the Environment! all used oil & filters are sent out for recycling
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• ICBC Repairs • Glass Replacement • Painting • Sand Blasting • Private Insurance Repairs • Frame Straightening
WE’VE GONE GREEN™ Now using environmentally-friendly and compliant WATERBORNE PAINT 1st Ave SW
Salmon Arm FRAME & BODY SHOP
• Fischer’s Funeral Home • Ben’s Towing
Mark Pennell owner 4130 - 1st Ave. SW
250-832-8947
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY Anyone 19+ may join
◆ Darts ◆ Shuffleboard ◆ Pool – Anytime! ◆ Meat Draws Saturdays at 2 pm ◆ Members & bonafide guests welcome OPEN 11:00 A.M. • www.legion62.ca
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #62 ~ 141 Hudson St. NW, Salmon Arm ~ 832-3687
250.832.2131
HYDRO EXCAVATING
Bart’s
MINUTE MUFFLER & MAINTENANCE 250-832-8064
Royal Canadian Legion #62
Mufflers Brakes Shocks Complete Automotive Repairs
24 Hour Service Rob Stunzi cell: 250-253-2829
Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:00
CHIMNEY
• Utility locating - Hydro/gas/water/fibre optics • Catch basins/sumps/drains • Line flushing • Hot Water Boiler (for frozen ground) • Slot trenching
ARRO
Wood Heat Services
• Fully Insured • Chimney Sweep • Stove Installs & Maintenance • WETT Inspections Call Robert Babakaiff 250-803-2168 Salmon Arm
www.bigironhydrovac.ca METAL RECYCLING
Scrappy’s Metal Recycling We take everything metal!
FARM SERVICES
Wire, Tin, Fridges, Stoves, Freezers… FREE DROP OFF!
Phone 250-832-1040 • Fax 250-832-1042
42nd St SW
~ Your Local Business Professionals ~
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Support and encouragement are available for people who wish to deal with substance misuse. Following a successful first year that stretched from eight to 16 weeks at participants’ request, Interior Health is again holding a program for people in various stages of recovery from substance misuse. “New Beginnings is a stepping stone that helps to open doors for people,” says substance use clinician Chelsea Braby. “So sometimes it enables people to seek more intensive treat-
ment or therapy.” Braby and fellow clinician Jackie Evans strive to offer people a message of hope and encouragement. And potential members should not feel threatened, as the group is built on an atmosphere of acceptance and nonjudgment. “Relapse is very much a part of the change process and I don’t think people are aware of that,” Braby says, noting those with addiction issues get demoralized and discouraged. “If people don’t understand relapse is part of the process, it just contributes to so much more shame,
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By Barb Brouwer
Wednesday, January 7, 2015 Salmon Arm Observer
REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.
We Deliver
• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110
We buy Batteries, Copper, Aluminum & Scrap Cars. 1st Ave. S.W. & T.C.Hwy. • 250-833-6367
TREE SERVICES Bill Walker
CERTIFIED TREE ASSESSOR
Serving Sicamous & the Shuswap FULLY INSURED, REFERENCES
TREE SERVICE We Cut Trees and More!! Stump Grinder - Bobcat - Excavator Residential & Commercial Properties 250-836-4147
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Julie Fisher, Lawyer, Long-Term Disability and CPP Here Today – Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation. Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.
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Obituaries
VERA ELLASCHUK 1918 - 2014 Vera Ellaschuk lived in the Shuswap (Celista, Sicamous and Salmon Arm) from 1958 until 2004. Her husband Walter, a teacher in the area, predeceased her in 1999. She lived in Victoria from 2004, not far from her second son, Kent (Donna) and his family. Her other son Lorne (Alain) lives in Ontario. She loved the Shuswap and always missed it. It was home.
Fischer’s Funeral Services wishes to express sympathy to the families which we served in December 2014… Mary Smith Mary Kolmatycki Roger Paulson Helen Powell Vincent Dawson Arnold Nichols William George Reid Jim Schnare Willi Feld Clarence Becker Alice Gibson
Shirley Williams Dorothea Kennedy Patricia Rault Pearl Zelmer Carol Emperingham Ken McManus Peter Ambil Ivy Heaps Brandon Ouellette William Henry Reid
Travel RV LOT rentals $8.95 a day. 362 days of sunshine, pets, events, classes, entertainment. Reserve by 02/14/2015. www.hemetrvresort.com. Call: 1-800-926-5593
Celebrations
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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Sleigh Rides ,. Complimentary Hot Chocolate and Popcorn!!
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Happy Birthday Mike Jan. 13!!
Give me a keyboard any day! Beyond adding oil, car repairs are not my thing.
Need some tools Mike?
Hope you have a gre at birthday Mike!!
Engagements
– from the Obser ver staff
Engagements
Robert and Arla Babakaiff of Salmon Arm
are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter
Robbie Babakaiff to Braydon Jones, son of Kirk and Sharon Jones of Blind Bay.
View obituaries and share memories at
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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Annamarie Kersop, Lawyer, Injury & No-Fault Benefits Date: Mon. Feb.9, 2015 at 7 pm Where: Hyatt Regency Vancouver RSVP: 604-554-0078 or office@lawyerswest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca
TRAIN TO be an apartment/condominium Manager! Government certified online course. Access to jobs across BC registered with us. 35 years of success! BBB Accredited Member. Visit us online at: www.RMTI.ca
Tammy & Vince Fischer
4060-1st Ave, S.W. Salmon Arm 833-1129 Serving Kamloops to Golden Toll Free 1-888-816-1117
Wedding to take place September 2016.
EMPERINGHAM, CAROL 1936 – 2014 Carol passed away peacefully in her 78th year on December 24, 2014 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm. Carol is survived by her ever loving husband Norman, daughters Lori, Linda, Christine and Tracy (Mario); step daughter Laurie (Marcel) and stepson Darren (Elaine). Carol will be missed by all who knew her. Her loving heart gave us unconditional love, support, strength and happiness. She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered and will live on in the hearts of her family. The family would sincerely like to thank the second floor staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their outstanding care and comfort. 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. MURIEL LORRAINE SCHOLZ Muriel Lorraine Scholz passed away peacefully on December 20, 2014 at the age of 84 years. Born in Duncan, BC on December 29, 1929 and spent over 40 years dedicated to her friends and customers doing hairdressing. She resided in Sorrento from 1971 until moving into Salmon Arm in 1999, and then to Canterbury Court in Vernon in September 2011. Predeceased by her husband, Heinz Scholz, father, Ernest Jennings, her mother at 108 years of age, Lenora Jennings, sister, Lenora Fane, and her brother, Douglas Jennings. Muriel is survived by her two nieces, Sheila (Pat) O’Neill and Linda (Ed) Connor both of St. Paul, Alberta; 3 great nieces and 3 great nephews. Cremation with interment to follow in the family plot in Royal Oak Cemetery, Victoria, BC Email condolences may be sent to Muriel’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, BC.
REID, WILLIAM (BILL) GEORGE Bill sadly passed away December 10th 2014 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 75. Bill was born in Red Deer Alberta, January 15 1939. He was predeceased by his parents Vera and George Reid, Brother Ken, Sister Florence, Brother-In-law Clarence, and his Nephew Ken. He is survived by his four children, his grandchildren, Brother Doug Lyons and Sister Mary Einarson, many nieces, nephews, and other family members. He also leaves behind countless close friends and his beloved dog Tundra. He forever loved to be out on the road riding his motorcycle or driving truck. His kind and joyful spirit will never be forgotten. At Bills request there will be no service. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Bill’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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Employment
Employment
Services
Services
Merchandise for Sale
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Trades, Technical
Financial Services
Misc Services
Heavy Duty Machinery
We require 5 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. Please fax resume and abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. 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.
Help Wanted NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Appleyard NE 54 papers -20th St SE/Auto Rd 67 pp -Auto Rd. 12 St. SE 69 pp CANOE 50 & 51 St/72 Ave 47 pp CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp SICAMOUS -Cottonwood, Oak 67 pp -Whitehead/Conn 50 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131
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! NEW YEAR, new career! CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates are in high demand. Enroll today and be working from home in one year! Email: info@canscribe.com. Or call 1800-466-1535. Or visit us online: www.canscribe.com.
Trades, Technical CERTIFIED GM TECHNICIAN TICKETED BODYMAN Vancouver Island, BC (see our community online at www.porthardy.ca) busy GM dealership looking for two full time positions to be filled immediately. Very competitive pay scales, benefits, and flexible schedules.
Send resume to cory@klassengm.com
• SAW FILER • ELECTRICIANS • MILLWRIGHT/WELDER
- Surrey B.C Searching for highly motivated and ambitious individuals to work and be challenged in their field. Competitive Wage & Good Benefit Package Offered! Please forward your resume: Fax:(1)604-581-4104 Email: careers@tealjones.com Visit: www.tealjones.com
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
Contractors Home construction/Reno’s skilled and experienced in custom home building/renos for 35 yrs. Call 250-675-2827 Rick/Glen/Donna
Home Improvements Services
Financial Services ARE YOU $10K or more in debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783
FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928
Household Services SUITE wanted in exchange for cleaning, yard maint., grocery shopping, etc.(250)804-6043
Misc Services
IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
SNOW REMOVAL Driveways, Parking Lots. Shuswap Pro Roofing. (250)833-7523
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Home & Yard
•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance
•Fencing •Decks •Patios
250-253-4663 SNOW REMOVAL Sidewalks,driveways,small parking lots, roofs. Residential or Commercial. Shuswap Window Cleaning 250- 833-2533
Pets & Livestock
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Feed & Hay
Merchandise for Sale
Misc. for Sale CRAFTSMAN 15.5HP blower bought new 6 ago pd. $2000. used sell $1000 firm. Bill or (250)835-2227
Children’s Literacy Facilitator (10 hours/week) Coyote Café After School Literacy Teacher (5 hours/week)
Pet Services
www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2
250-832-0707
Garden & Lawn
’s BARlMaSnALd ES • Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw
Please send a resume and cover letter outlining the position(s) you are applying for with at least three references to Jennifer Findlay at admin@shuswapliteracy.ca by January 9, 2015.
Farm Services
With Michelle
Monday to Friday
All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs
Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604
Adopt a Shelter Cat!
The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.
BCSPCA www.spca.bc.ca
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
NEWSPAPER ROLLENDS
Farm Services
IDEAL FOR: Table covers, crafts, drawing or packing. Various sizes.
REIMER’S
Available at the SALMON ARM OBSERVER OFFICE • Cash Sales Only 171 Shuswap St. NW, Salmon Arm
FARM SERVICE LTD.
We Deliver
Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-499-0251 Local
PET GROOMING
Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449
Both positions require a Bachelor of Education and specific job descriptions can be found at www.shuswapliteracy.ca
A Collector wants to buy your silver coins, Ingots, collectors coins, old money, old stone carvings, and sculptures. Call Todd 250-864-3521
Pet Services
Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years. • Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools
PICK-UP OR DELIVERY
Misc. Wanted
BUYING gold jewelry! Bracelets, chains, necklaces, rings, watches, coins, gold teeth, etc. Call Todd @ 250-864-3521.
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The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) is looking to fill two part-time positions:
STUDIO easel, wooden, tripod style. 150cm bottom support for large canvas. 160cm overall height. $150 call 832-2300
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Really big sale!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit www.pioneersteel.ca
DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING
Garden & Lawn
Misc. for Sale
snow years twice, Janice
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
Excavating & Drainage
SECOND cut grass Hay $6/bale. Al Fritzel (250)832-9070
Merchandise for Sale
• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110 Shuswap-Revelstoke
Financial Services
Financial Services
Obituaries
Obituaries
We are currently seeking a Casual / On Call staff to cover shifts for all CMHA Shuswap-Revelstoke Branch programs. Programs include Rehabilitation, Hudson Thrift Shoppe and Housing. Qualifications: • Undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, Social Service Worker Diploma or combination of education, training and recent related experience • Valid Class 5 license • Current First Aid Certificate • Food Safe Please Submit Resume and Cover Letter by January 19, 2014 to: Dianna Churchill, Director of Operations Box 3275 433 Hudson Ave, Salmon Arm BC VIE 4S1 or email: dianna.churchill@cmha.bc.ca Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Serving and caring for families in our community since 1947. Whether you’re considering pre-planning or have lost a loved one, you can trust our professional and friendly team to support you with meaningful grief services. We provide individualized funeral, memorial and celebration of life services, as well as grief counselling and an aftercare program. For more information and the answers to many frequently asked questions, visit us online at: Dave Wallensteen, Funeral Director
www.bowersfuneralservice.com
440 - 10th Street SW (PO Box 388) Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N5
250-832-2223
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Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Misc. Wanted
Townhouses
WANTED: Real wood armoire/wardrobe, ideally with shelving and/or drawers within (250)832-6765
TOWNHOUSE 3bdrm $850/mo avail. Jan 25. NS, NP, quiet tenants only call Sheila 250-832-0033
Real Estate
Transportation
Mortgages
Trucks & Vans
PRIVATE MORTGAGE Lender. Funding smaller - 2nd, 3rd, & interim mortgages. No fees! Pls email: grpacific@telus.net Courtesy to agents.
2007 F-150 Lariat 4x4, 5.4 Triton, black, low miles, new winter tires, 4 doors, loaded.$15,500. Call Brian at 250804-0918 or 250-804-1918.
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TEKAMAR MORTGAGES
Best rate 5yr-2.99%OAC
Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. Rates Consistently better than banks
(250)832-8766
Toll free 1-800-658-2345
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 2BDRM, 2 bath condo in Cambridge Crt, 2 blks from Centenoka, N/G incl, 5appl., AC, NS, NP, $1000/mo. + hydro. Avail now (250)832-8043 BRIGHT 1 bdrm apt. available February 1. Central loc. 45+ $725/mo. Phone 250-8326490 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
Fight Back. Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.
LGE 1 & 2 BDRM. BRIGHT apts. In suite storage, green space, live-in manager. Cable incl. Sicamous, 250-804-5364.
Modular Homes SORRENTO: Mobile Home beside Frankie’s Pizza, avail. Feb 1st $650./mo + util.,refs & DD, NS (1-250)675-4104
Homes for Rent In Malakwa 3 bdrm home. $700 + util. 2 bdrm $650 + util.250-836-2928. SALMON ARM/ Silver creek 2 bed 2 bath house $1000/mo fenced yard (250)309-4703
Suites, Lower 1 Bedroom Basement Suite for Rent in Hillcrest area Salmon Arm. Bright living room, gas fireplace, $800/month including utilities. 250-803-1095
Suites, Upper LARGE 1bdrm, F/S, NP, NS, utilities & cable incl., female 35+ preferred, refs req. (250)804-6123 (250)832-4827
Legal Notices
Legal Notices
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of JOHN PETER LEBERECHT STRACK, also known as JOHN PETER L. STRACK, JOHN PETER STRACK, JOHN STRACK, J. PETER STRACK, J.P. STRACK and PETER STRACK, formerly of Calgary, Alberta, who died on February 18, 2014, leaving property at 300 Tappen Beach Road, Tappen, British Columbia, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the Executors c/o Gail Black, Miller Thomson LLP, 3000 – 700 – 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 3V4, on or before the 29th day of January, 2015, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate to the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Karen Marie Strack & John Walter L. Strack, Executors
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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. ONGOING…
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14
OKANAGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY, SALMON ARM BRANCH –
SHUSWAP & DISTRICT RETIRED TEACHERS’ MEETING – will
meets every third Monday of the month, 7 p.m. in the boardroom of The Mall at Piccadilly, use back northwest entrance. Anyone interested in the history of Salmon Arm and surrounding areas, is invited to join. For further info., contact: Pat at 250-833-0205 or Dorothy at 250-832-3537. Next meeting is Jan. 19, 2015.
TO JANUARY 31 SHUSWAP MUSIC FESTIVAL 2015 REGISTRATION – Register
and pay fees online at www.shuswapfestival.com. Late entries not accepted. Festival runs April 20 to 30. For more information, check the website.
be held in the Askew’s Uptown Community Room. Coffee and conversation. Contact A. Waters 250-8329973.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15 JULIAN VERES AND THE HAPPY FEET BAND – will perform
live at the banquet room of Shuswap Chefs restaurant, 551 Trans-Canada Highway. (One building east of Tim Horton’s in downtown Salmon Arm). You have heard all of these band members in “Safeword” and at many jazz club concerts in different band configurations. This
surprising trio develops. Tickets are available at the door, or advance tickets from Wearabouts (350 Alexander St.) – convenience charge applies.
MONDAY, JANUARY 19 SENIORS’ RESOURCE CENTRE – presents Living a Healthy
Life with Chronic Conditions, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for those 19+ or seniors. This free six-week selfmanagement workshop is for adults with ongoing physical or mental health conditions. Family members, friends and caregivers are welcome. For more information, or to register, call 1-866-902-3767.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FASHION 4 FAMINE FASHION SHOW –
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 SHUSWAP SINGERS – hold weekly
rehearsals on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Deo Lutheran Church. All ages welcome. For further information, go to www. shuswapsingers.ca.
S.O.A.R. MEETING – will be held at
Book a Tour today!
the Canoe Seniors Centre in Canoe at 10 a.m. For further information, call Wayne at 250832-3497 or Ted at 250-8322603.
WHITE LAKE NEW HORIZONS CLUB –
presents their First of the Month Pot-Luck & Social at White Lake Community Hall, 3617 Parri Rd. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6. Everyone 50+ is welcome. For information, call Lester at 250-835-0077.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents
KAMLOOPS SYMPHONY – presents
The Magic of Vienna at the SASCU Recreation Centre at 7:30 p.m., featuring some of the great opera arias and duets, plus overtures, waltzes and marches in the Viennese tradition. Guest conductor is Martin MacDonald. Soloists are soprano Lambroula Pappas and baritone Andrew Greenwood. Tickets are available at Wearabouts in Salmon Arm, Kamloops Live! Box Office or at the door. For further information, contact 250-374-5483.
JANUARY 9 TO 15 SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Foxcatcher, a joint
presentation with the Salmar Theatre, at 7:30 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre. Based on true events, this film tells the story of the relationship between an eccentric multi-millionaire and two champion wrestlers. When Olympic Gold Medal wrestler Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) is invited by wealthy heir John du Pont (Steve Carrell) to his estate to train for the 1988 Seoul Olympics, he jumps at the opportunity to train at a topnotch facility and to step out of the shadow of his revered brother (Mark Ruffalo). Here, wrestling, that most primal of sports, functions as an apt metaphor for the themes of control and manipulation in America. The Shuswap Film Society will be your special hosts on Friday, Jan. 9 and Saturday, Jan. 10, with door prizes awarded to the audience.
This fundraiser gives 50 per cent of the proceeds to the local food bank, while the other 50 per cent goes towards Free the Children to help fight the famine in Africa. Food donations are welcome. The event is taking place from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door. Nalu Clothing is donating the clothes for the models to wear, with SAS students modelling, as well as some of the Silverbacks. Makeup will be done by Shoppers Drug Mart. Businesses in Salmon Arm have donated items to be part of the gift baskets we will be raffling off, and include Save On, Safeway, Askew’s, Booster Juice, Chester’s and Bookingham Palace. By coming to the event, your name automatically gets entered into the raffle, and for every one food item you donate, your name will be re-entered. Food and drinks will be served throughout the show.
time, Julian Veres leads with “music that is good for the heart and the feet.” Julian Veres on sax, Richard Graham on drums, Blair Shier on bass and Jordan Dick on guitar. Doors open at 6:30, music starts at 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE – will be held from 9
a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Mall at Piccadilly (library entrance). For info., call 250-832-6161 or 250-675-4818.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 A FUNDRAISER FOR JUSTIN STARKELL – following a serious
accident in Calgary, will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon Cafe and Grill.
SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Mommy, a Canadian
film, at 5 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre. Some subtitles. Director Xavier Dolan, Montreal’s enfant terrible, brings his fifth film to the screen. In it a widowed single mother is raising her violent son alone. Although he can be sweet as an angel, Steve is volatile. Diane is not exactly serene either. A working-class Quebec woman with a messy personal life, she’s barely keeping it together. When their mysterious shy neighbour, Kyla, takes an interest in mother and son, a
Mr. Turner, a UK film, at 5 p.m. at Salmar Classic Theatre. Acclaimed filmmaker Mike Leigh delivers this masterful portrait of the renowned English painter J.M.W. Turner (17751851), brilliant in his oeuvre, but cantankerous and lacking in social graces in his personal life. In the latter part of his life, Turner, played by Timothy Spall, travels, paints, stays with aristocracy, and is a member of the Royal Academy of Arts. He is both celebrated and reviled by the public and by royalty. Leigh explores the tension between the flawed eccentric individual and his epic works of art. Tickets are available at the door, or advance tickets from Wearabouts (350 Alexander St.) – convenience charge applies. THEATRE 101 – takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at
Shuswap Theatre, 41 Hudson Ave. NW. Would you like to know more about how a theatre production is put together? Perhaps you’re new to theatre or have only been involved in one or two areas before. If so, Theatre 101 is for you – and it’s free. You’ll learn how each department works, how plays are chosen, what the director does, about producers, set designers, lighting, sound and much more. Shuswap Theatre’s in-house experts will explain it all. For more information or to register for this exciting session, go online to www. shuswaptheatre.com, email inquiry@shuswaptheatre. com or call 250-832-9283.
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Groups look to advance rail trail concept By Richard Rolke OBSERVER STAFF
There appears to be interest in determining if public ownership of a rail corridor can be acquired. The Splatsin First Nation wants to bring together local municipalities and regional districts to discuss options for acquiring the abandoned Canadian Pacific line from Spallumcheen to Sicamous, and possible long-term uses for the property. “I’m open to looking at it,” said Herman Halvorson, Regional District of North Okanagan director for rural Enderby. “It needs to be maintained as a transportation corridor but the big question is how to organize the funds needed and the purchase price.”
The Shuswap Trail Alliance will also be asked to participate in the discussions. “We look forward to supporting Splatsin leadership and local
municipal, regional and provincial leadership in those discussions which still include the potential for a continuous linear greenway corridor for
walking and cycling,” said Phil McIntyrePaul, Shuswap Trail Alliance executive director. “We will also be following up with CP
leadership to better understand their plans for dispersal of the remaining abandoned rail corridor.” McIntyre-Paul says his alliance welcomes
the Splatsin’s successful negotiations with CP and the band being able to obtain 29 acres of the rail line. “It is an important acknowledgement
of the title and rights of the Splatsin community and the wider Secwepemc Nation territory through which the abandoned rail corridor runs,” he said.
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Phil McIntyre-Paul ShuSwap Trail alliance Between 2010 and 2012, RDNO went through a process looking at the corridor from Spallumcheen to Grindrod and the net salvage value at the time was $3.2 million. RDNO did not look at the cost for the line from Grindrod to Sicamous. The Splatsin recently obtained 29 acres of the route after legal action against the federal government and CP. Beyond RDNO, other jurisdictions that will be invited to meet with the Splatsin are Armstrong, Enderby, Spallumcheen, Sicamous and the Columbia-Shuswap Regional District. “We are prepared to work with them but we’re not sure what they are thinking about for land use yet, whether it’s a trial or not,” said Janice Brown, Spallumcheen mayor.
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