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WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star Balfour businessman Randy Zelonka routinely keeps a close eye on Kootenay Lake’s fishery, and not just because he’s a long-time fishing enthusiast — he’s built his whole life around it. As owner of the Gill and Gift for the past 12 years and president of the local business association, he’s starting to feel alarmed at the recent free-fall in kokanee salmon populations. He’s just not sure what to do about it. “There are a thousand conclusions out there. People are talking about excess fertilizer, there have been mentions of algae blooms. The biologist believes it’s too many rainbow trout from the main lake, and they’ve been eating the kokanee, but now there’s none left to feed them. Basically, they’ve eaten themselves out of house and home,” said Zelonka. One of the most alarming things, according to Zelonka: this year’s Kootenay Lake BC Family Day Fishing Derby, which included a $10,000 prize, had to be cancelled due to declining stock. In response, a meeting is being held on Monday at 7 p.m. in the Balfour Hall to tackle the issue. Zelonka said he hopes the community will come together to demand action from the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. “Kootenay Lake is a world-class fishery that attracts people from all over the place to come fish in our lake. We’ve got some of the largest rainbow trout in the world and they’re unique to us. We need to look after them,” said Zelonka. Mike Jeffrey, chair of the Eastshore Freshwater Habitat Society, which has 200 members, said they are willing to pitch in. “We would enhance the creeks for spawning, improve the shores, mostly manual work,” he said. “Some of it even gets to the point you’d study water quality and make sure any creeks that would be supportive of these salmon are in fact looked at to enhance their ability to live there.” They’d also like to see fry introduced to streams and creeks in the spring. “If Kootenay Lake wasn’t here, we wouldn’t be either,” Jeffrey said. “We’ve all got a common bond on the lake here, and a lot of people want to know what’s happening. Hopefully we can get that information.” Tom Lang, the society’s treasurer, said this issue is gathering momentum in the community: “The lake is dead. There’s no

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WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star Nelson Pastor Jim Reimer swung by the Hume Hotel on Monday morning to pick up a $2,600 cheque consisting of funds raised by Bad Ass Bingo. The money was intended to replace funds stolen from SHARE Nelson on December 30. With this most recent contribution, which came on the heels of a $1,000 donation from a Calgary Church, Our Daily Bread has now received over $8,000 that will go towards serving meals to those that need them. “It makes me really feel wonderful that people in the community care about what we do — really awesome,” said Reimer, who noted he got a kick out of his association with Bad

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night hosted at Mike’s Place by Nelson from Nelson and Ali Becker. It’s been running for three years. Nelson said this was the second of three planned charitable contributions, the first being a $2,000 donation to SEEDS. The next will go to the Women’s Centre. “It’s a really fun way to spend your Tuesday nights. It gets a little racy, though. If you call a false bingo you have to read from a dirty novel. We have a small library of smutty material that Ali hand-picks for the unfortunate reader,” said Nelson. “So if you’re unaware of

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Two overdue skiers from Castlegar/Robson were found safe and unharmed by Nelson Search and Rescue Tuesday. Photo courtesy of Randy Lall and Demian Whitley

Overdue skiers found in Valhalla Park TAMARA HYND Nelson Star Two overdue skiers travelling in Valhalla Park were found by Nelson Search and Rescue Tuesday. The pair, from the Castlegar/ Robson area, were two days overdue but as it turns out, did not need help and continued to ski out on their own. Difficult snow conditions slowed their progress and their daily check-ins using a GPS tracking system were not being received for reasons unknown. Chris Armstrong from Nelson Search and Rescue said the skiers were reported overdue by their check-in person. Using a helicopter, searchers located the skiers within an hour and a half as the friend knew where they were going. The skiers explained to searchers that they had been pressing the OK signal daily on their GPS devices, but for reasons unclear

to Armstrong, the messages were not received. As for their delayed return, the skiers had terrain issues as the snow conditions hardened so their skis were not working well, slowing their progress. “The key thing is that they had a pre-planned route and left this with a contact person,” said Armstrong. That narrowed down the search area. “Valhalla Park is a large area to search.” This is the second time search and rescue has received a call that involved issues with GPS tracking devices in Valhalla Park. There is potential for the steep rock walls to interfere with a GPS system. For Armstrong, this only amplifies why search and rescue urge recreationalists to always let people know their route plan and when to expect them back and not to rely solely on technology. Last fall, two female climbers

from Trail activated their devices after both fell into an alpine lake in the dark but their SOS signal was not received until 12 hours later. Armstrong said the women had been climbing and ended up “benighted” (staying overnight unexpectedly). “One fell from a 30 foot (9 m) cliff into a lake and the other woman fell in trying to rescue her partner, both with their backpacks and climbing gear on,” Armstrong said. “It was dark and there was no shoreline to exit the lake due to the cliffs. Hikers nearby heard their screams, found a canoe and managed to paddle out to rescue the pair. They survived but we didn’t get the emergency message until 12 hours later.” Search and rescue received a second call this week when Slocan Lake RCMP found a truck and sled trailer which had been sitting

for two days at a trailhead in the Slocan Valley. RCMP couldn’t find a note on the vehicle, so they went to the registered owner’s home in Winlaw but couldn’t find a contact person to find out when he was expected back. RCMP called search and rescue. Armstrong said they followed the man’s sled tracks, then ski tracks by helicopter and found him on Monday morning at a “nice winter camp.” “The big thing we have to realize is that technology is not fail safe,” said Armstrong. “It’s another tool but don’t rely on it solely; have another plan. People need to tell someone where they’re going and who to call. Leave a note with a vehicle stating where you are and when you’re suppose to come out. Have your ten essentials [see sidebar] and be prepared to survive if something goes wrong.”

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News Police threaten to tow Pulpit Rock parking violaters Nelson RCMP are concerned Pulpit Rock users are illegally parking on the lake side of Johnston Road, and are threatening to start towing vehicles if the practice continues. “There are currently no parking signs posted along the south side of the roadway that some motorists seem to refuse to obey,” reads an RCMP release. “The police have been called to the area on a number of occasions and have issued written warning to the owners of these vehicles. Police are now reminding users that if they continue to park against the no parking signs their vehicles will be towed.” The congestion caused by parking on the lake side of the road creates a problem in which large emergency vehicles and ambulances that may need to go through or approach from the opposite direction will only have a single lane to pass through, they Will Johnson photo

Dogs now okay downtown BILL METCALFE Nelson Star Dog owners can now take their pets downtown in Nelson provided they are leashed, cleaned up after, and not tied up. Nelson’s new dog bylaw officially came into effect on Monday. DOG INFRACTIONS Description Dog not licensed Dog at large Failure to remove animal waste Dog off leash in dog leash area: • 1st offence • 2nd offence • 3rd offence Dog tied up Abandoned dog

The city has instituted new fines for a number of dog infractions, but city manager Kevin Cormack says bylaw officers will be taking an informational and educational approach, rather than a punitive one. No one will be ticketed for a first offence.

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Body found near Slocan identified Nelson Star Staff The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the body found near Slocan on Sunday was that of Victoria Aguilar, 63. The Slocan woman was reported missing by family members on Jan. 7, when they had been unable to make contact with her for several days. A search at the time yielded no results. On Sunday, a passerby walking near the Slocan River spotted Aguilar’s body in an open area about three kilometres south of Slocan. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The BC Coroners Service continues to investigate this death. Foul play has been ruled out. It is noted that Aguilar liked to go for long walks in the area.

However, Cormack says people with outstanding fines under the old by-law are still expected to pay them. The city recently repealed its ban on downtown dogs, a contentious issue ever since it was adopted almost 20 years ago.

Warming trend forces Salmo ski hill to close early SHERI REGNIER Trail Times Blue skies and warm weather are great conditions for getting the rakes out early. But for boarders and skiers, the mild climate is leading the way to a rocky end for the local alpine season. So far, this winter’s extremely mild conditions forced one local ski hill to shut down for the year. After a late start to the season due to rain over snow, the volunteer-run Salmo Ski Hill (pictured at right) opened season Jan. 6 and closed just six weeks later on Feb. 12. However, Whitewater Ski Resort reports a settle snowpack of 212

cm, and all lifts and 90 per cent of its runs are open. Red Mountain Resort is holding on by making snow for the lower areas, and on Monday things remained good while staff continued to monitor the very early spring-like conditions.

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WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star Demolition is nearly complete at the old Extra Foods building on Vernon and Hendryx. Crews were noisily dismantling the rear wall adjacent to the New China Restaurant on Sunday afternoon in preparation for construction of Nelson Commons. On Wednesday they removed the glued laminated timber beams for recycling. “Demolition is moving along nicely. The weather is helping of course,” said Nelson Commons project manager Russell Precious. “We expect to finish demolition this week, then excavation will be four to six weeks, and as soon as that’s done we go into forming for the foundation work.” Precious said the busy construction site, piled with assorted detritus, is a welcome sight. “We had some people concerned for a while this would never get off the ground, so it’s good to see it actually happening.” Precious encouraged interested buyers to swing through the display

kitchen and bathroom, as that helps those struggling with the decision to see their potential new home in three dimensions. “You have an actual kitchen and a bathroom, you can see the level of finish. The kitchens are all stone counter tops, stainless steel, and the cabinets are made here in BC. We put a lot of thought into this.” He said they’re taking their cue from overseas in attempting to revitalize downtown Nelson. “If you look at European cities, why they work is people live downtown and that vitalizes the downtown core because everybody’s not going to head out to the outskirts or go uphill right away at the end of the day. Building up is a very efficient way to accomplish that.” He noted that whereas six to 10 residential homes could have fit in the spot, now it’s host to 30,000 square feet of commercial space and 54 residential units. “If you head Uphill there’s maybe six or 10 houses on a block. This is an efficient use of space and

a very effective way for people to spend less time in their car.” Precious is particularly proud of the high-tech system whereby all the heat from the store’s refrigeration will be captured and used to heat the store, parkade and their hot water. “In the long term you save a lot of money and a lot of greenhouse gas emissions. Hopefully it’s on the forefront of everybody’s mind because every city in BC has obligations to meet. Our environmental commitment is pretty high, so it was kind of a no-brainer for us.” Kootenay Co-op, which is developing the project that will be home to its new store on the ground floor, has set up a webcam at nelsoncommons.ca so interested parties who would like to follow the construction have the chance. So far 36 of the units at Nelson Commons have sold, while 16 remain for sale and two sales are in progress. If everything goes according to plan, the units will be ready in the summer of 2016.

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Editor: Greg Nesteroff Publisher: Karen Bennett

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Re: “Spike in mental health calls,” January 28 Recently the Nelson Star drew attention to a “dramatic increase” in the number of mental health crisis calls to the Nelson Police department between January 2014 and 2015 as well as a steady increase over the past five years. The front page article featured an interview with the police chief. CBC Radio West soon after interviewed both chief Wayne Holland and a representative from Interior Health. Since that time I have seen or heard little to no coverage or follow up to the issue. Police chief Holland brought up the need for a different approach than what is currently in place and how in his mind the Car 87 approach is the solution (having a trained mental health worker riding along with the police). When interviewed by CBC, the representative from Interior Health indicated that Car 87 was not a priority at this time. He had little else to say and posed no real solutions.

Various people I have spoken with have hinted that Chief Holland’s approach comes across as confrontational and that there are reasons the Car 87 approach would not be appropriate to Nelson — budgetary and otherwise. Perhaps the police chief ’s approach comes across in a confrontational manner because he and his coworkers are over-stressed and dealing directly with this matter on a daily basis? Would the Star be interested in pursuing this story further? If Car87 is not the solution is there another option or a community and stakeholders discussion which could be had? As someone living in downtown Nelson I have regularly witnessed the Nelson Police Department exercising great patience in situations they have been called to resolve. Clearly a request has been made for help in accessing additional resources. Can we afford to continue ignoring this request? Nic Cornell Nelson

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Nelson needs more hiking trails!!! Take the pressure off pulpit. — Tony Waterfall

Maybe ticket first? Towing seems unfair but a ticket gives a warning. — Peyton Alexander.

I’m sure no one is blocking the road. We have the same problem at Red Sands Beach. — Anthony Hill

If they could monitor the school zones in town during peak hours that would be much more helpful. There’s a real problem there. — Robyn Price

They are trying to justify more police officers to do stupid things like this. More parking is a great idea. — Alias Kevin Alfa People are parking in no parking areas. Obviously these areas are designated for a reason. — Koko Prant Tow them. But make more parking. It’s so tiny! Not everyone owns a Prius! — Colin Lawrence Maybe a new parking area should be made because one is not enough during the good weather. — Sarah Mason

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ic Howe, younger brother of hockey legend Gordie, who died January 31 in Moncton at age 85, once played for the Nelson Maple Leafs. Howe’s lone season here was 1955-56. The previous season he enjoyed his longest and final NHL stint: 29 games with the New York Rangers. Howe’s arrival in Nelson at age 25 was probably due to the fact the team’s coach was former New York Rangers goaltender Chuck Rayner. Another teammate, Joe Bell, was also an ex-Ranger. In 29 games with the senior Maple Leafs, Howe scored 10 goals and added 12 assists. He scored one goal in five playoff games. The following is an excerpt from a column by John Short that appeared in the Nelson Daily News late in the regular season, after Howe was “finally given a chance to play regularly [and] caught fire” in a game against Trail. “Vic’s outstanding performance was many times more heartening because of the rapid approach of the playoffs. For the same reason, his previously unsatisfactory performance had been many times more disappointing. “Vic was tossed on a line with Fritz Koehle and Lee Hyssop and he looked like the Vic Howe who played in the National Hockey

League last season ... I would like to pat Chuck Rayner on the back for his persistence in playing Vic. I know that many so-called hockey experts believed he should have been lopped off the roster. “Vic was under tremendous pressure just as he has been ever since he joined the Leafs ... A big, free-wheeling skater, Vic is. the best passer on the club. Time and again in Trail he hit Fritz Koehle, Lee Hyssop in fact nearly ever man in a green sweater, with perfect passes. “He still is having horrible luck around the net. In the first period he backhanded a shot that bounced off Seth Martin’s pads, hit the inside of the goal post and stayed out. Perhaps Vic was asking himself at that time: ‘Am I ever going to get moving?’ If he did ask that question, he soon gave himself the answer. “Vic has been tarred by the same brush with which NHL critics have taken swipes at his brother Gordie. Fans in Nelson have often been heard to call him lazy, lackadaisical or ‘just plain overrated.’” “He is none of those things. He is an earnest hockey player with major league ability who has had difficulty living down comparisons with his brother. “If Vic does not possess Gordie Howe’s magnificent ability, who can blame him? After all, immortals like Gord come along once in many, many years.” The following year Vic departed to play pro hockey in England. LANGHAM’S LOOSE ENDS: What I originally envisioned as a two-part series on the history of the Langham Cultural Centre in Kaslo quickly grew to nine parts including contributions from three people who know the building intimately. Overall, it ran to more than 10,000 words online and a bit less in print. (The final installment appears today on page 29.) My thanks to Ian Fraser, Michael Guthrie, and Maggie Tchir for their

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Vic Howe (right) is seen with brother Gordie in 1951. Four years later, Vic suited up for the Nelson Maple Leafs. contributions and for supplying photos, as well as to Elizabeth Scarlett and Barbara Bavington of the Kootenay Lake Historical Society, plus Mary Johnson, Naomi Miller, Isabel Ramsay, and Jennifer Small for sharing their knowledge about the building and the people who lived there. Two follow-up items: one installment stated the Langham gets no government money. In fact, it does receive some minimal provincial funding, although it is mainly financed by the Langham Cultural Society and private donations. Also, Elizabeth Scarlett reminded me of a major event that occurred at the Langham on August 6, 1988 just prior to the Japanese Canadian redress settlement, called Writing the Wrong. It was then that a plaque was unveiled on the side of the building outlining its role in the internment. Bernadette Lynch, then the Langham’s director, organized the event. “Bernadette worked hard to push for redress and this public event was Kaslo’s way of bringing the story of the Japanese Canadian internment to the fore,” Scarlett says.

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Continued from Page 1 fish here to fish, and it’s been going down and down in the past few years. We’ve talked to a lot of people and there should be a big turnout at the meeting.” They’re encouraging residents to contact minister Steve Thomson and Paul Rasmussen, the ministry’s regional executive director, to develop a more comprehensive plan for fisheries restoration than the one currently in place for Kootenay Lake. Lang emphasized they don’t want conflict with the ministry, but would rather like to be part of the solution. However, a news release issued jointly by the BC Wildlife Federation and West Arm Outdoors Club criticized the government for a lack of action. It said that in the last three years, the Meadow Creek spawning channel — which usually supports 500,000 to one million kokanee spawners, ample numbers to sustain rainbow and bull trout — has declined to less than 200,000 annually. In fall 2014, their numbers were down to 60,000. “We believe the ministry is not reacting adequately to the seriousness of the problem given the long lasting impact the fishery decline will have on recreational fishing, tourism, real estate and the economy,” said Harvey Andrusak, a former fisheries manager with the Ministry of Environment, and a director with the wildlife federation. West Arm Outdoors Club president Gord Grunerud added: “Fisheries managers must take proactive and comprehensive

Kokanee numbers are down around Kootenay Lake. Some say the government isn’t doing enough about it. Will Johnson photo management actions to reduce the extent and duration of this crisis. So far only minor changes to the fishing regulations have been instituted that will have little effect on kokanee productivity and the recovery of the fishery.” The ministry knows about the situation and says it has begun efforts to study and ameliorate the problem. Biologist Jeff Burrows told the Star they’re taking a multipronged approach to rejuvenating the area’s kokanee population. “The ministry is well aware of what is happening with fish stocks in Kootenay Lake, and is taking the situation seriously,” he said. Burrows provided a list of initiatives the ministry is working on along with stakeholders and partners: • Sports fishery monitoring and management, which includes reviews and annual angler surveys and consultations intended to protect kokanee and trout; • Ecosystem monitoring, which includes checking water quality, phytoplankton, and zooplankton. Also, they will attempt to restore

nutrients to the environment; • Restoration of nutrients trapped in upstream reservoirs, including the Duncan and Libby dams; • Recovery of rare and endangered sturgeon and burbot; • Meadow Creek, Redfish Creek and Kokanee Creek spawning channel operation and maintenance; • Evaluation of all feasible actions that could improve kokanee survival; • Identifying bull trout spawning streams and estimating spawning numbers. Burrows said ministry staff will attend the meeting to hear from the community and inform them of further actions they will take. For Zelonka, the stakes are huge. “It doesn’t only affect my business, but every business on Kootenay Lake,” he said. “Our business is down. We have people like Woodbury Resort who have expressed disappointment at the cancellation of the Family Derby. Businesses are taking a hit, and this is around the whole lake — Creston to Kaslo to Nelson.”

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BC ends family maintenance clawback Province exempts child support for families on assistance

BILL METCALFE Nelson Star A local MLA and an advocate for the poor are both pleased the provincial government has ended its clawback of child support payments from social assistance and disability payments to single parents. Under the policy, for example, if a single parent with one child received $946 monthly on income assistance or $1,242 in disability assistance, the government would deduct the amount of any child support from the family’s social assistance or disability payments. The Gordon Campbell government initiated the policy shortly after the 2001 election. This week’s change follows an intense public campaign over the past couple of years by anti-poverty and women’s groups, with the support of Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall, who is the NDP opposition’s social development critic. “The fact that we are seeing this policy come to an end,” she said,

“is a real testament to parents who came forward and shared their stories and worked with community organizations to make it happen.” A Ministry of Finance release states the change will result in an extra $32 million for families over the next three years, and that 5,400 children will be affected. Phyllis Nash, co-chair of the Nelson Committee on Homelessness, who has been involved in poverty reduction activities locally since 1977, is happy to see this change. “I am delighted that it was announced. It was about time,” she says. “The stats indicate we have a higher proportion of single parents in Nelson than any place in the province, so that tells us that increasing the income for those families is going to assist in the reduction of poverty.” BC is the first province to fully exempt child maintenance payments, although several other provinces exempt them partially. The average child support payment in BC is $300 per month, according to Mungall.

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HB tailings dam costs continue to mount The panel also indicated the severe consequences of the failure was in large part due to the amount of stored water and its proximity to the dam embankment. Uli Wolf, the regional district’s general manager of environmental services, said they’ve been asked “to look at whether similar conditions might be prevalent at our dam, regarding silt and clay.” More specifically the memo states the assessment must determine if the dam has a similar silt and clay foundation that may be at risk of failure, the volume of mine water and any plans to release it into the

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TAMARA HYND Nelson Star The HB dam tailings pond near Salmo keeps on costing taxpayers. The Regional District of Central Kootenay will seek proposals for a geotechnical assessment to evaluate the dam’s filter and core, following a Feb. 3 memo from the chief inspector of mines. It’s the direct result of the findings of an independent panel looking into the Mount Polley tailings pond disaster last August. It was determined the chief cause of the Mount Polley failure was the presence of weak silt and clay soils in the dam foundation.

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property should be considered a “high risk facility and potential high liability for the district.” He said improvements to the spillway will take place this spring or summer, and combined with the costs of the geotechnical investigation, another $220,000 has been budgeted. Wolf added that over the course of the year, the district has to initiate a remediation plan as well. Facilitating and managing the work has taken the better part of a full-time employee’s time. Last fall the district filed a lawsuit against Teck, formerly Cominco, claiming maintenance costs.

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Nelson community groups pitch to council BILL METCALFE Nelson Star Seven of Nelson’s most prominent community groups presented their 2015 funding requests to council this week. The city gives annual funding to these organizations, which occupy city-owned buildings or that are committees of council. Combined, the funding to these groups is about 3.5 per cent of the city’s total operational budget of $16 million. Touchstones Nelson requested $223,000, which would be an increase over last year’s grant of $219,652. The city’s grant provides approximately half of Touchstones’ funding.

The Nelson Regional Sports Council requested $55,000, the same as the group received last year. City funding provides about 30 per cent of the sports council’s income. The Chamber of Commerce visitor centre requested $76,000, the same as the group received last year. This amounts to 72 per cent of the visitor centre’s budget. The Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership requested $100,000, also the same as last year. The partnership is funded entirely by the city and the Regional District of Central Kootenay, with the city’s contribution amounting to about 63 per cent.

The Capitol Theatre requested $67,500, the same as last year’s grant. This amounts to about 14 per cent of the Capitol’s funding. The city’s Cultural Development Commission, which is funded entirely by the city, received $40,000 last year and requested the same this year. The Nelson and District Arts Council received $4,500 last year and has requested $5,000 this year. The city contributes about seven per cent of the Arts Council’s funding. Council did not make decisions about this total of $564,000 in requests but will incorporate them into its current annual budget discussions.

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Touchstones Nelson is seeking about another $3,300 in funding from the city this year. It was one of seven groups presenting requests to the city this week. Nelson Star file photo

Osprey invites grant applications Submitted to Nelson Star Nelson is both a vibrant, happening place and a town where a significant number of residents face tough times and need community support. Charities and non-profits doing great work on the front lines are busy and stretched. Osprey C ommunity Foundation distributes grants to local organizations to support the important work they are doing. Eligible organizations are invited to apply for 2015 grants. Grant application guidelines and forms are online at ospreycommunityfoundation. ca. The deadline for applications is March 31. Applicants must be registered charities or sponsored by qualified donees as defined by Revenue Canada. Past Osprey grants have supported kitchen renovations at the Women’s Centre, a dads support group at Kootenay Kids, Oxygen’s Youth Arts Festival, Hume School’s play structure,

back-office equipment for the Civic Theatre, dental care for low-income residents, field trips that connect kids with nature, the Nelson Food Cupboard’s analysis of food security assets and gaps, and presentations to local students and parents about social media issues such as online privacy and cyberbullying. These grants are possible thanks to local citizens who have made donations to Osprey’s Community Fund. The community benefits go on year after year because donations to the Foundation become part of an endowment — a growing community nest egg — generating income to support the people of this area in perpetuity. Osprey is currently taking advantage of a great opportunity to grow this fund. For every dollar contributed by the community, a donor has agreed to kick in half that amount. Donations can be made by cheque or online. Osprey also distributes one or

more grants each year from its BC Festival of the Arts legacy fund. Each year a different arts discipline is selected. This year the focus is on music. These grants support local artists, preferably young or emerging artists, to create new works. Applications for these grants are also online, with a March 31 deadline, and applicants must be sponsored by a registered charity or qualified donee. Osprey is a public, charitable foundation, created in 2000 by and for the people of Nelson and the surrounding area. Donations to Osprey are pooled in a permanentlyendowed fund, one that now exceeds $6.3 million, generating income each year that flows back to local charities and eligible organizations. Osprey is governed by a volunteer board of directors, and is a member of Community Foundations of Canada. For further information, please go to ospreycommunityfoundation.ca or call 250-352-3643.

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Business Excellence Awards Nominations

his award recognize businesses and business leaders in Nelson and Area that have achieved excellence in the community through their efforts and initiatives. The recipients are business people that display a sustained commitment to positive business development, economic growth, as well as community support initiatives. Judges for the NDCC Business Excellence Awards are established or former established members of the business community who will not benefit in any manner based on who is selected. Identities of the judges will be kept confidential. Voting will take place through promotional inserts in the Nelson Star as well as through the Chamber of Commerce membership, and online at Discover Nelson. Winners will be invited to, and announced at the NDCC Annual General Meeting Thursday, March 26, 2015.

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The business stands out among peers in the business community as a lead ing organization both in its approach to business and in service to the community. The businesses should demonstrate true business excellence in overall operations, including customer service, employee relations, marketing, innovation, innovation and community contribution.

All hospitality tourism businesses or organizations within the NDCC catchment area are eligible. This business has consistently delivered a top quality product or service that has enhanced the tourism or hospitality sector in Nelson and area. May promote or host an event that encourages visitors to use Nelson and area as a destination. • Must have been in operation at least two years • Ex: Festival, Accommodator, Hospitality-Tourism Stakeholder

The BUSINESS OF THE YEAR should have demonstrated a high level of success through: • Customer service • Growth and profitability • Sales and marketing • Strategic and tactical planning • Employee satisfaction • Community supporter

Retailer Excellence Award A Nelson and Area business that is proactive to market trends. Carries a variety of products, and is willing to stand behind those products. The business will have established a strong relationship with its customers and staff, and provides exceptional customer service. • Must have been in business for at least two years • Must demonstrate a passion for their business

Professional Service Excellence Award A Nelson and Area business that provides services to its clients. The recipient demonstrates a consistent adherence to the highest quality service and support for their clients • Must have been in business at least two years • Must demonstrate an exemplary level of professional service • Must demonstrate a strong and consistent client base • Ex: lawyers, doctors, dentists, Realtors, business consultants, hairdressers etc.

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Community Events Coldsmoke Festival at Whitewater Ski Resort starts today and runs until Sunday, February 22. For more information, visit coldsmokepowderfest.com or call 250-354-4944. It’s Ymir Snowfest on Saturday, February 21. There will be full day of winter events on First Avenue including beer can biathalon, ball hockey, broom ball, beacon training, obstacle race for the titles of king and queen, snow sculptures, igloo making, scavenger hunt and a lantern release. Prizes for all ages. Followed up with an evening show, with bands Sonic Fuse, DJ JoaQadizzle, and The Show Cats Burlesque. Night show is $10, kids are by donation. For more information, check out the Ymir SnowFest Facebook page. The Nelson Nordic Ski Club is hosting the Teck Kootenay Cup Race #7 on Sunday, March 1. This is a fun annual event, and there are race categories for all ages. Races are freestyle technique, so you can skate or classic, but most racers will be skating. There is an easy 7.5 km course for recreational skiers. Everyone is invited to participate. A free lunch buffet and draw prizes will be part of the fun. If you would like to volunteer at the race, please contact Kaj Gyr at kajgyr@telus.net. To register for the race go to zone4.ca and click the Teck Kootenay Cup #7 link. Bib pick up is at 10 a.m. Bunnies and Atoms (7 and under) start at 10:30 a.m. Start times then go sequentially from youngest to oldest. Due to poor snow conditions the race may be cancelled or altered, so please check the Nelson Nordic Ski Club website (NelsonNordicSki.ca) for updates. Meadow Creek Wetland Restoration Project open house and community planting day is on March 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 13215 Hwy 31, Meadow Creek. This unique wetland restoration project improves habitat for amphibians, birds, and grizzly bears. Come, plant a tree, tour the site, and learn about how you as a private landowner can make a difference for our ever threatened wetland habitats. For more info call 250-777-2955. WEEKly Meetings At the Balfour Seniors Hall every Monday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., join artists as they try their skills. Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. quilters, crocheting, knitters, get together and do their thing. Both gatherings cost $2 per day. Djembe drum circle every Monday night at The Old Church, 602 Kootenay at Victoria from 7 pm. Participants are encouraged to bring their own drums. A fee of $5 for the evening. The Nelson Ultimate Frisbee Association hosts weekly drop in Ultimate Frisbee at Nelson’s indoor soccer facility, 308 Cedar Street, every Monday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The drop in fee is $10. Co-ed Ultimate is a great way to stay in shape and meet new people during the winter months. All levels welcome. Beginner basics and throwing clinics available. Check out nelsonultimate.ca or contact nelsonultimatefrisbee@gmail.com. Nelson Trail Runners: drop-in trail runs, Sundays at 7:30 a.m., and weekdays at 6:30

a.m. Meet at Mountain Station rail trail parking lot. Check them out on Facebook at Nelson Trailrunners or email nelsontrailrunnerz@gmail.com to confirm times. It’s an open, non-competitive, all abilities trail running group with over 100 members. Join community yoga at the youth centre every Wednesday. Afternoon practice for girls and women will be held at 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. All levels welcome. A fun evening practice at 6 to 7:15 p.m. for anyone to open up and stretch. For all ages: teens and 19-plus. Pay what you can. Contact Ursula at ursulatwiss@gmail.com. The Nelson Knitting Co-op has an ongoing knitting group every Thursday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson and District Community Centre general purpose room ($2 drop-in). Top Spin Thursday as Savoy Lanes hosts a weekly ping pong night every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. Drop-in fee is $5. All levels are welcome. Paddles and balls are provided. For more information, email topspinthursday@ gmail.com. Community Threads holds a fibre craftthemed project every Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nelson and District Women’s Centre, 420 Mill Street. Knit a sock, crochet a cap, sew a hem, spin some yarn, knit a scarf, hook a rug, and make a friend. For more information call Tira at 250-505-0698 or email tirab@uniserve.com. Join the Ymir Hotel’s country and bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get started around 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9. Nelson Chess Club Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson Seniors Association (next to the Civic Centre), 717 Vernon Street. All ages and levels welcome and it’s free. Alcoholics Anonymous holds 14 one-hour meetings weekly in Nelson, at 717A Vernon Street (in the Cellar downstairs), including early morning, noon hour, and evening meetings on specific days. For a schedule please call 250352-3391 or pick up a complete meeting list at the Cellar. Al-Anon Family Group meets twice weekly. Wednesday noon to 1 p.m. at The Cellar, 717 Vernon Street and Friday 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street at the side basement. The only requirement for membership is that there may be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. For more information call Norma 250-352-3747 for Wednesday and Sharon 250-352-7333 for Friday. Beginner Tai Chi Classes every Sunday at 10 a.m. The one hour class of Yang 24 form is by donation. At the Moving Centre – 533A Baker Street until March 29 with Odo (Chris) MacMillan who has been practicing Tai Chi since 1991. Workshops Ellison Market’s holds a free workshop every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This February 21 is Fulvic and Humic Acid 101 with Matthew from Ellison’s Garden Centre. Learn all about these vitally important compounds and how to use them for your soil, your plants, and yourself. monthly meetings The Regular General Meeting of the Canadian Federation of University Women will

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Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter3@nelsonstar.com be held on Saturday, February 21, 10 a.m., at the Banquet Room of the Adventure Hotel, 616 Vernon Street. Guest is Eileen Pearkes speaking about the Columbia River Treaty. For more info visit sites.google.com/site/nelsoncfuw or Facebook page: facebook.com/ CFUWNelsonandDistrict. Nelson People in Pain Network Support Group next meeting is Wednesday, March 4, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Shambala Meditation Centre, 812 Stanley Street. This peer led support group could help to self-manage your pain, provide education, reduce the isolation that many people with persistent pain find themselves facing. For more details visit their website or call toll free 1-844-747-7246. All seniors welcome to the monthly meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, at 717 Vernon Street. Meeting commences at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. Activities enjoyed at the centre include bridge, crib, dominos, chess, euchre and snooker. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons. Nelson Healing practicioners monthly potluck on Friday, March 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 211 Hart St. in Uphill. For Healing Practitioners that are self employed (or trying to be) to network and explore opportunities to support each other - professionally and personally. Create a nourishing community of wholistic healer types through mutual support, collaboration and generosity. Announcements The Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society is offering a volunteer income tax service. If your income is less than $30,000 (single) or $35,000 (couple), volunteers at the NDSCS can help prepare your tax forms. Please call for an appointment when you have received you income T- slips as that information is used to complete your tax return. They can help even if you have never filled out income tax or get caught up on missed years. The volunteers do not process self-employed businesses or seniors with complicated investment returns. Call 250-352-6008 for an appointment. No dropins please. Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society is a seniors one-stop for information and referrals on community resources and services: income tax service, low income dental program, or for help with pension and subsidy forms. Open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 250-352-6008. Community First Health Co-op (healthco-op.ca) is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization operating the Wellness and Education Centre at 518 Lake St., Nelson. Volunteers are available Monday to Friday, 1-4 p.m. to provide free prevention information and links to support services for Nelson and area individuals and families dealing with chronic health, seniors’ care and low-income dental issues. The Royal Canadian Legion (Nelson Branch #51) is a non-profit organization aiding veterans and providing charitable funding to local non-profit groups and high schools. Membership is available to the public. Mem-

bers and their guests enjoy billiards, snooker, shuffleboard, big-screen television for sports, barbecues, monthly celebrations, beverage room, darts (Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.), meat draws and karaoke (Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.) and cribbage (Sundays at 1 p.m.). Call for upcoming jam sessions. Info: rclbr51@telus. net or 250-352-7727/250-352-6464. Attention all Canadian artists, galleries and art groups: The community of Salt Spring Island, British Columbia and the Salt Spring Arts Council is proud to present the first Salt Spring National art prize or SSNAP. This exciting biannual event, scheduled at Salt Spring Island’s historic Mahon Hall from September 25 to October 26, is offering 2D and 3D artists the opportunity to compete for over $24,000 in prize money. All Canadian artists over the age of 19 are eligible to compete, with the winners presented at the awards night, on October 24. The call for submissions is from now to May 31, with details and entry forms on the website. Please visit: www.saltspringartprize. ca or call 250-931-1144. fundraisers The Coldest Night of the Year is a winter walk-a-thon fundraiser taking place on Saturday, February 21, that partners with charities serving the homeless across Canada. Nelson CARES Society is organizing the walk in Nelson. The funds raised will support NCARES’ Room To Live Campaign - a project to preserve and maintain affordable housing in Nelson. Join by registering a team, donating or volunteering. Contact Beth at 250-5515092. Kootenays Support the Pipeline Blockade fundraising dinner, film and more on Sat. evening, March 7, from 6-9 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica. See the film Resist about the Unist’ot’en camp near Smithers with the filmmakers. Bakesale, silent auction, and songs with Cam Penner. $25 tickets: Booksmyth and at the door. The Nelson and District Rod and Gun Club and Conservation Society is hosting their annual awards banquet and fundraiser night on Saturday, March 14. Happy hour is 5 to 6:30 p.m. , followed by dinner with a unique menu. The awards presentation is directly after dinner. There are bucket draws, 50/50 draws, silent and live auctions and a raffle. Tickets are available at Nelson Farmers’ Supply and can be purchased from club directors. Adults $25, Juniors $15 - adults at door $30. For information 250-352-5609 or 250-825-4219. Is your organization planning an exciting project within the next year that would really benefit from some funding? Osprey Community Foundation is now inviting applications for 2015 Community Grants as well as Arts Legacy Grants (this year for Music projects.) Deadline for applications is March 31. Applicants must have a charitable registration number. Visit www. ospreycommunityfoundation.ca. This page is for community, charity or fundraising events that are free (or nearly free). Submissions will be run at the discretion of the editor. Dated events take priority. If you have previously posted an event and want it to run again, provide an up-to-date version with contact details to reporter3@nelsonstar. com. Thank you.

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visual arts Come celebrate Our Wonderful World of Watercolors through the eyes of local macro photographer Jennifer Lount-Taylor, who is now exhibiting her multi-colored underwater images captured amidst our many magical mountain streams, at Kokanee Camera Gallery (550 Baker Street) until February 28th. Open for viewing Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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The creator and star of the wildly popular television sitcom Corner Gas is coming to Nelson. Brent Butt will make a stop at at the Capitol Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on May 13. Tickets for the event, with special guest Jamie Hutchinson, go on sale Friday, January 30. For tickets call 250-352-6363 or order online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca. All seats are reserved and priced at $42.50.

Theatre The first ever theatrical performance at Shambhala Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, will show on February 19 to 21 and 26 to 28 at 7:30 p.m. Starring Nelson cultural ambassador Bessie Wapp with back up from Sydney Black, Darren Mahe and three students from the Selkirk music program: piano player Amanda Cawley, guitarist Leonard Pallerstein and drummer Brennan Buglioni. Tickets are available through the Capitol Theatre, and are $25 for adults and $20 for students. For more info visit capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

The Capitol Theatre presents Rick Miller performing BOOM! on Wednesday, March 11 at 8 p.m. In this award winning presentation Miller takes the audience through 25 turbulent years as he gives voice to over 100 influential politicians, activists and musicians. A mindblowing multi-media experience for audiences

of all generations.Tickets are selling fast. Buy your ticket now at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.

Music On Saturday, February 21 from 1 to 3 p.m., Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions present singer songwriter Al Woodman with some folk/funk/country. He will be followed by Michael and Suzanne Butterfield, new musicians to our area. They have played music together for about 20 years semiprofessionally with Hot Buttered Blues and My Wife’s Quartet. Michael provides the backbone with flute, ukulele and vocals. Suzanne accompanies Michael on vocals and hand percussions. They will be performing acoustic versions of upbeat and fun originals Michael has written for younger (and young at heart) audiences, as well as a blend of blues, jazz and folk cover tunes. The Royal presents Friday Night Live tonight at 8:30 until midnight. Saturday, February 21 will be The Usual Suspects from 9 p.m. until midnight, featuring hometown favourites Al Faraguna, Troy Beck, James Picton and Johnny McCuaig. On Monday the 23 is dinner music from Jimmy Lewis from 6 to 8 p.m. The Capitol Theatre Kids Series presents Infinitus with From Handel to Hip Hop on Sunday, February 22 at 2 p.m. This critically acclaimed beat box string trio engages every audience member with music ranging from familiar classics to classic rock, and from TV theme songs to hip-hop beatboxing. Tickets are $12.50 at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or by phone 250-352-6363. Circus performer DJs Bass Caravan will be playing Spiritbar on Saturday, February 21 at 10 p.m. Performance will start at

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WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star In the opening moments of the five-minute one-take music video Sing to the Night, Shred Kelly lead singer Tim Newton appears on camera clad in ‘80s-style ski gear, mustachioed and pink-cheeked, and begins to sing as he heads down the slope. YouTube viewers can watch as Newtown passes through tunnels and under chairlifts at a Fernie ski hill, dancing and serenading while he’s joined onscreen by a neon mob of wacky ski bum characters who go off jumps, cartwheel and make a spectacle of themselves in the background. To accomplish this feat, videographer Dylan Siggers had to make it to the bottom

of the hill whilst navigating backwards. But according to Sage McBride, that’s no big deal when you live in the Kootenays. “Logistically we were trying to figure out how we can get down the hill backwards. We were thinking about using a snowmobile but Dylan said ‘no, I can ski backwards holding a 50-pound set up’. So he had to hold this giant camera, with this thing called a turtle strapped to his chest playing music so we could sing along,” she said. The track is the title track from their album Sing to the Night, released on January 27, and the band is already touring country-wide to promote it. When the Star reached the band, they were just pulling into Halifax for an East Coast gig.

“There’s definitely a different sound on this one. You’ve still got the high-energy folk rock element, but we explored a bit. We took inspiration from the ‘70s, ‘80s, threw in some synthesizers. “We were listening to Rush at the time, and we’re big fans of Fleetwood Mac. Sometimes we’d find a synthesizer bit, and that sound was guiding us in a certain direction, so there’s a hook to build around.” She said the band is especially fond of the title track. “That encapsulates all the best representation of Shred Kelly, the softer side plus the really danceable music, all wrapped into one song.” Shred Kelly participated in the Peak Performance Project last year, and though they didn’t

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L.V. Rogers mounting nine-part production Ambitious play Almost, Maine features a cast of 18 characters in magical storylines

WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star L.V. Rogers student Michael Marsland was careening down the halls of his high school with a ragtag group of buddies, bellowing loudly at the top of his lungs just before Christmas, when teacher Robyn Sheppard stopped him. “We were singing Christmas carols in the halls, as the cool kids do, and Robyn came up and said ‘you have a voice of someone who does drama’. I’d never known her, but she asked me to come audition after school, randomly. She pulled me in and said ‘you’re amazing’. I’d done pantomime before but never anything like this, and yeah, I’m glad to be here.” Sheppard was aggressively recruiting stars for her ambitious nine-part production of Almost, Maine, which plays at 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow. The play, written by John Cariani, originally debuted off-Broadway in 2006. And now, with nine pairs of Nelson students enacting multiple interconnected storylines on stage, her quest is almost complete. In the show, Marsland plays a pajama-clad man who discovers a lost woman in his yard. “I’m just about to go to bed, and then there’s this woman and I fall in love with her. We’re in this town, it’s almost a town but not quite a real town, but it’s where everyone can find the person they’re looking for in the place that’s least expected.” Marsland isn’t the only one grateful to be involved in the show. Indeed the entire cast and crew seem inordinately enamoured with their director, who was hobbling around the set on a broken toe Wednesday evening when the Star swung by for photos. “I tried to get into drama in high school and never really got into it. But then Robyn came up and said

‘Keegan, you want to act?’ I was like okay, all right. I auditioned and it must have gone well because here I am. I’m nervous, but it’s a good nervous because I’m pushing my limits,” said Keegan Schuh. Schuh plays Dave, another lovestruck character. “I think people are going to get a kick out of it. It’s almost a love story but not quite,” he said, laughing at his own allusion to the show’s title. (His classmates joshed him for his lack of originality.) Victoria Hayes said the thing she appreciates most about the script is the magic realism. “It’s in small things, like things falling from the sky or literal broken hearts,” she said. She noted that all the storylines are connected in subtle ways, and that all of the events are occurring simultaneously. “Certain characters influence other situations in small ways. All of this is happening at the same time, and they’re not connected in their settings but they all know each other.” And Erica Tolles, who plays the distressed hiker who shows up in Marsland’s yard, said they all share

a theme. “They all fall under that theme of relationships and love and personal interactions,” she said. Hayden Wasylyk said audiences won’t be disappointed, launching into an impromptu comedy routine. “I want to talk about the audience. I think theyre going to leave different people, okay? Everyone who leaves the theatre is going to come out altered a bit. Some strings may be pulled, some people may be told, there may be mold on their teeth, but thats just an aside. What I really want to get to is there’s not always an end…” At this point in the conversation, Wasylyk stared vacantly into the distance while his buddy Alex Mcmahon jumped in. “I’d like to say a few words about the cast. Everyone in the cast has worked so hard, so tirelessly. They haven’t gotten tired, they haven’t slept and they haven’t breathed since they were casted. This is some of the greatest talent this school has to offer, some of the greatest eyes coming out of the chest of everyone here. Because the heart, the heart sees hatred.” Continued on Page 18

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Experience brought cast together Continued from Page 17 Judging by their giggling classmates, Mcmahon and Wasylyk should be a riot onstage. Hayes said the experience has brought them all together. “With this cast I kind of new a few people before, but there were lots of people I didn’t know,

especially the crew. We’ve got poor Robyn with her broken toe, running around here. But we’ve all gotten so close, and I’m excited to see how it turns out.” The show features a rotating set designed by Doug Scott, with multiple faces to the building. “The set is brilliant,” said Zorn

Rose. “Usually in drama or most plays most of the sets are pretty minimalist, but this one definitely is not. Doug brought in a model of the set beforehand, shoebox-size, and it was already incredible.” Tickets are available at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or by phone at 250-352-6363.

Charlotte spins her web at the Capitol Theatre Submitted to Nelson Star On Friday March 13 at the Capitol Theatre, Nelson Youth Theatre presents Charlotte’s Web, adapted from E.B. White’s book by Joseph Robinette and produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock Illinois. Come to the farm, the barn and the fair to witness an animal tale about natural friendship triumphing over all. In this stage version of the story that inspired the recent big-studio movie, Luther Perry plays Wilbur the pig, Sylvia Hardy is his friend Fern the farm-girl and Jordyn Crawford portrays Charlotte

the spider who weaves magic with her web to save his life. Johanna Brochhagen, Phoebe Fawcett, Tsupporah Campbell, Eirin Murray, Maeya Lundquist, Edie Stowell, Emily Stars, Gabby Asbell, Sara Hurst, Kate May, Laurel Nixon, Rajka and Jett Dunic, Phoenix Hayden and Salish Summer round out the talented cast directed by Jeff Forst. Charlotte’s Web is followed on the Nelson Youth Theatre schedule

by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, rehearsing now with an all-ages cast for June’s performances at the Capitol Theatre. T i c k e t s for Charlotte’s Web are on-sale through the Capitol Theatre b ox of f ice (250-352-6363 or capitoltheatre.bc.ca). For more information about Nelson Youth Theatre’s past, present and future please visit forstmedia.ca.

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Sibling duo climb away Tosh and Tula Sherkat are making a splash on the bouldering and climbing scene

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Tula Sherkat showed off her bouldering skills at the Cube Climbing Centre on Tuesday. Along with her older brother Tosh, she has been competing all across BC and Alberta.

WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star A few years ago Tosh Sherkat broke his finger while indoor rock climbing, and had to sit out part of the season. Rather than remain idle, he decided to spend his time coaching his younger sister Tula. And now, as he puts it, she’s developed into a climbing “crusher.” “She climbs hard and wins a lot of competition,” said the 16-year-old Nelsonite, currently living and training in Victoria. And he’s an expert on the subject, since he’s tied for third in provincial rankings and recently finished 14th at nationals. Tosh’s ultimate aspiration is to make the national team, and he’s training for a competition in May where he’ll have to place in the top four to make it. And along the way, he’ll have Tula at his side.

“We motivate each other, we like climbing together, and we have a really good bond,” Tosh said. Tula, 10, has now been bouldering for six years and has traveled extensively around BC and Alberta to compete. Though she pursues other athletic endeavours, climbing is her favourite and she’s often scrambling along the indoor rock face at the Cube Climbing Centre. Currently she’s being coach by Miranda Lavelee, who also worked with Tosh. Tula said she aspires to climb like Tosh, who is capable of doing a Dyno — a jump where you let go of a hold with both hands and jump for a new one. “He’s pretty strong and usually I look up to him,” she said. Recently Tula traveled to Vancouver for a competition, where she made it to finals and came fourth in the 11-and-

under category. But perhaps her greatest accomplishment thus far is being named first overall in provincial rankings. Currently Tosh is training six times a week using weights and cardio. He’s part of a climbing academy at his school. He said the key to being a good climber is staying calm. “It takes a lot of mental training, especially when you’re doing lead. Another thing is not to focus too much on focusing,” he said. Tula recommended that anyone interested in bouldering or climbing should start at the first level, V-0. She said people should start by learning rope climbing, then work their way up to bouldering. “When you get up there it’s so much fun,” she said. For more information on the Cube Climbing Centre, visit cubeclimbing.com.

Locals smash track records in Kamloops This past weekend Matti Erickson (right) and Mateo Faraguna (left) of the Kootenay Chaos Track Club competed in a meet in Kamloops and came away with not only medals but meet records. Erickson won the 60m run, the 200m and 800m, all in meet record performances. Faraguna placed second in the 300m and won a bronze medal in the Hurdles. The highlight of the competition was Kamloops’ Dylan Armstrong being presented with his bronze medal from the 2006 Olympic Games in shot put. He was awarded the medal after another athlete was caught using drugs.

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his is a ski tips column for all skiers. Do not let the “Ski Racing” scare you away! Ski racing is just free-skiing at a high performance level, and we all want to ski at our own personal best, right? I am Dylan Henderson and I am the head coach for the Whitewater ski team. I am a certified development level coach with the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation and a Level 1 ski instructor with the Canadian Ski Instructors Association. My goal is to give you something to keep your skiing fresh every

week even if the snow is not. The last column we focused on your relationship with your skis and this week we will focus on increasing your ski performance. The snow this season has been the best that I have ever skied at Whitewater in all the years that I have been here … from a race training perspective. It has an “injected” quality that is usually created with snow making and laborious watering of the slope at resorts Lake Louise for World Cup races. This highly technical process creates a snow surface that is incredibly hard but still has some grip so that the racers can ski the track with excellent ski performance and the track is still smooth for the last racers of the day. We have this expensive snow right now without any investment on our part! During most years here at Whitewater we receive consistent epic dumps of dry powder leading us to believe that maybe Ulr himself is of the local bearded telemarkers. The ski racers love deep powder too, but it makes for groomers that are packed

powder which means that there is a lot of air and a low moisture content that keeps the snow from getting hard. This is great for cruising but not so good for getting your ski to carve that perfect turn that can be achieved at the hill right now. Now, I know that most of you do not share in my quirky passion for hard snow and maybe I am alone on my lifelong quest for the perfect turn, but hear me out because if you want to ski off that pass this year you could at least benefit from some survival tips as you scrape your way down the mountain. Step 1: Make sure that your edges are sharp like claws, so take your skis into the shop. Try the Village Ski Hut’s incredible Wintersteiger machine. Step 2: Get into an athletic position with pressure on the front of the boots and knees bent, skis hip width apart, ready to pounce like a cat. It is slippery and you might have to! Step 3: As you turn imagine that there is a metal bar passing through your hips and move it towards the hill as you are turning.

Your upper body follows while keeping your shoulders level. It is that simple. Drill: Find a wide groomer and traverse across it putting your skis on and off edge using the above steps. Stop when you get to other side of the groomer, turn around and repeat going across to the other side. Add some extra edge angle by pushing your knees into the hill. You are practicing the skill of edge control. An important thing to think about is that you are imposing a force upon the snow rather than the snow imposing a force upon you. You have to be in charge by increasing your edge angle to claw into the mountain and go for a smooth ride. If you let the tails of your skis drift around it is the same as when you slam on the brakes of your car on a patch of ice on the highway. You lose all control, and that nice one piece powder suit doesn’t have any high impact air bags. Now, increase your speed and angulation and you are ready to harness the power of the mountain and join me in my quest to find the perfect turn.

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Riding for the Ripping Giraffe Boardshop team, Finnegan Megale of Nelson (centre), placed first in the provincial series boardercross event at Big White last weekend (Mens U13). Xander Appels of Kelowna (right) was second and Daniel Loban from Lake Country was third. Over two days of tough competition under sunny and icy conditions, riders from around BC, Alberta and Yukon raced for a chance to qualify for the national finals coming up in April.

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Business to Business An update on the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and the Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership

Chamber of Commerce Week This week, February 16th-20th marks Chamber of Commerce Week. Chamber Week brings awareness to the work these organizations do to stimulate local economies, promote their community, and engage in multi-level advocacy which benefits the entire province. This year, Chambers are celebrating the theme of “Leadership in Action” – a theme which highlights the leadership Chambers bring to their business communities, working hard to enhance B.C. as a business-friendly jurisdiction with strong opportunities for all British Columbians. The Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce volunteer board and membership work together for the common good of the community. A better community means better business conditions. Working with all levels of government and our community partners, we want to be involved in activities that can give your business, or organization the opportunity to succeed. Through the Nelson and area Economic Development Partnership with Community Futures, The City of Nelson and Electoral Areas E and F, we continue to focus on business retention activities, investing in initiatives like the Think Local First campaign, promoting and developing business educational workshops on succession planning, business valuation, business productivity and human resources issues. We are the first point of contact for Invest Kootenay, providing an opportunity for business owners to connect with interested investors, and to provide key economic development and relocation information for those considering, moving or investing in our region. Advocacy efforts of Chambers represent

some of the most important work. The Nelson and District Chambers of raise issues that concern both our Nelson and area members as well as the community at large with local, regional, provincial and federal governments. The network of over 125 Chambers

Chamber represents over 500 Nelson and area member businesses and organizations from all sectors employing thousands of employees. We value input from our members and encourage you to share comments and suggestions. Our 12@12 sector consultations with business owners

of Commerce across BC is a unique business organization, and gives issues a voice beyond the local level. This provides much needed input to public policy, which benefits local economic and social wellbeing.. As your voice, the voice of business, the

and Chamber Directors have been very effective as they allow us to hear your concerns first hand and take those issues to the appropriate level of government for action. Through quarterly meetings with Nelson City Council, as well as regular meetings

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with regional political and economic development organizations, your Chamber is committed to advancing an environment where economic development projects are encouraged and supported and to create a business climate for local companies to grow, and investors to be confident. Your Chamber is actively involved in BC Chamber AGM’s where policy advocacy issues are actively debated and resolved that help develop a more favorable climate for business on a provincial and national basis. This includes priority areas such as competitive taxation and regulations, crime and public safety, reform of local government, job skills training, transportation, and a vibrant resource sector. Being in business can be challenging. Let’s face it, generating sales, meeting payroll, serving customers, maintaining inventory, and doing all of this well enough to earn sufficient profit to keep operating, takes a lot of skill and energy. But what makes it easier is being connected to a business organization that understands those concerns, and works daily on your behalf. The Chamber Board looks forward to an exciting 2015, with the completion of the new Regional Visitor Gateway-Business Opportunity Centre in the CP Station at the foot of Baker Street. Much more exciting news on that as we move into 2015, and final occupancy. Again, thank you very much for your ongoing support of the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce. Without members, a Chamber of Commerce simply would not exist. Working together, we can help build a stronger Chamber, and in turn a stronger economic region.

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Nelson CPR Station Rehabilitation:

Regional Visitor Gateway-Business Opportunity Centre Chamber of Commerce week February 16th -20th happens to fall at the same time as Heritage Week in British Columbia. It’s somewhat ironic that the Chamber’s biggest project is actually a vital piece of Heritage in Nelson and area. The Regional Visitor Gateway-Business Opportunity Centre is the biggest restoration project of a single 10,000 sqft.heritage building in the City of Nelson, undertaken by a NonGovernmental Agency at a total cost of $3.5 million dollars. The CP Station is a federally designated historic site and the restoration of this building is significantly contributing to the Columbia Basin inventory of heritage structures. The renovation and restoration for adaptive reuse is done in a way that could be an example of restoration for other heritage structures in the Basin. Conserving historic structures poses a great benefit to Basin communities. Those conservation/ restoration projects support communities to articulate heritage values in a broader community heritage context; illustrate the commitment of communities to keep heritage structures as an integral regional asset; and most importantly educate about the potential of adaptive reuse of heritage buildings. Former Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation Don McRae was interested in the project because it has made use of the province’s Job Creation Partnership, which provides funding for organizations to hire EI-eligible unemployed individuals for shortterm jobs that help get them back into the workforce. “It’s an opportunity for some individuals to get job skills and job training, as well as being an opportunity for the organization to renovate a crucial building in this community,” McRae said of the partnership. Nelson Chamber of Commerce executive director Tom Thomson notes many of those short-term hires have moved onto jobs with other general contractors or

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entered trade programs at Selkirk College. “For this project, the program is doing exactly what it’s supposed to be doing — getting them experience and getting them back into the work force,” We are really fortunate to have the support of the Ministry, and equally important the JCP participants that have contributed so much to the project. This Regional Visitor Gateway is a main component of a major downtown/waterfront renewal project the City of Nelson is embarking upon; namely the land redevelopment of abandoned and underutilized industrial property at the west end of historic Baker Street. The RVG is a cornerstone of this Downtown Waterfront Master Plan land remediation and seen as a catalyst for further new land use, real estate development and other economic opportunities. This project also fits within the City of Nelson Path to 2040 visioning.

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Nelson CPR Station Rehabilitation:

Regional Visitor Gateway-Business Opportunity Centre While the RVG is located in the City of Nelson, this is a regional project, as seen by the endorsement of the project by 11 RDCK Area Directors last year. The economic benefits will be provided throughout the West Kootenay Region as the Nelson Chamber is able to provide visitor and investment services to the region on a year round basis, while many of the surrounding smaller communities are only able to provide these services in a limited capacity. As many historic building conservation projects, the CP Station House underwent significant structural repairs including partial new foundations, lifting the building by 5” on the east wall and reinstalling large timber beams and posts that were cut out over the decades thus compromising the entire building structure. Special attention is given to creating a building envelope, including the windows, that respects authentic heritage features while ensuring a modern and most energy efficient building envelope. The NDCC opted to create a breathable environmentally sustainable insulation of clay and wood chip bricks installed on the inside walls. All material for this ecofriendly high R value comes from local sources. Objective The Regional Visitor Gateway – Business Opportunity Centre project was identified as a goal in order to realize; a) Successful rural economic development, b) Expansion and diversification of small business sector c) Business retention and expansion, d) Future real estate development, e) Business investment and attraction to the region. The RVG provides an opportunity for visitors, potential investors and businesses to connect through

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combining several NDCC functions under one roof thus providing a one-stop information hub for the region. The RVG will focus economic development efforts through connecting Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development business services, a regional Visitor Centre, a regional Interpretive Centre, a “Made in the Kootenay’s” marketing showcase, the Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism Destination Marketing Organization, and Invest Kootenay under one roof. Chamber President Justin Pelant notes “As the project moves forward, a number of options for the remaining 2500 square feet of developable and leasable space are under consideration given funding and partnership support. Pelant says the Board of Directors has considered a wide range uses, most recently, a technology business; Innovation Centre or Business Hub is being investigated for viability and

sustainability. This would also fit within the City of Nelson and Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership goals of working towards Technology and Broadband adoption. “arts and culture co-operative space, a tourism business cluster, or several other retail or commercial options are under consideration for viability and sustainability”. The Regional Visitor Gateway will be a key component to the first impression that visitors discover upon their arrival in Nelson from two main Highway entrances. As tourism consultant Roger Brooks often states, “first impressions really are a lasting impression. This starts with the gateways into a community, a downtown, or business district, or visitor amenities. Brooks notes that downtown Nelson can use some well defined gateways and beautification, which would add to an already attractive downtown, shopping, dining, cultural and entertainment district”

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Business to Business An update on the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and the Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership

Exciting year for the Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership 2014 was an exciting year for the Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership as many of our local and provincial economic indicators continued to experience positive growth. When the partnership was established one of the primary guiding principles was to foster a business environment in Nelson and area that is sustainable, well rounded and resilient. That has never been more evident than over the last few years. The Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership is an innovative collaboration between the City of Nelson, Electoral Areas E and F, Community Futures, the Chamber of Commerce. It is guided by a diverse community advisory committee. The NAEDP was originally established so that local and community economic development opportunities could be pursued jointly, efficiently and effectively. We feel this model has continually demonstrated the ability to cost effectively deliver this important community function. The NAEDP strive to act as a catalyst for change. The partnership facilitates and encourages inclusive sustainable development while nurturing and supporting existing business. We are excited about the business and community opportunities that can be achieved through the broadband initiative being rolled out by the City. This can be a true catalyst for change. The project was identified by the NAEDP as the project that could generate the most economic benefit to our business community and to help strengthen and grow the technology sector.

Plans for 2015-2017 While developing the 2015-2017 strategic plan, the advisory committee developed a strategy to continue to nurture the Broadband Advantage and support technology adoption throughout the business community and to strengthen our digital economy by developing the framework and work plan to become an Intelligent Community. Today, broadband offers every community the opportunity to move from the periphery to the center in economic terms. It creates new kinds of companies, even whole new industries. It enables small companies to be global exporters – including the export of skills and knowledge which were never before transportable across time zones or national borders. It can ensure that schools in remote regions and inner cities have access to the latest information tools and reference sources. It can link rural healthcare providers to leading medical centers. Individuals and businesses can go global in search of lowcost, quality vendors, and Web-based tools can increase community involvement.

we gain insight into challenges facing our local and regional business community, and provide advocacy on a local, regional, provincial or federal level as required. In 2015, the NAEDP will delve deeper into the current state of the business community by undertaking a comprehensive Business Retention and Expansion survey that is designed to uncover growth areas, new business and investment opportunities and labour market information. The NAEDP will also work with key stakeholders in developing a strategy to build a good downtown into an outstanding downtown, by adopting selected approaches from tourism consultant Roger Brooks work. An action team of key stakeholders will be rolled out in the first quarter of 2015 to look at opportunities and to develop a short term and longer term action plan for implementation. Investment and Attraction

Connection to the Business Community

The Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership has been a long-time member of the Invest Kootenay Partnership, striving to help attract lifestyle investors in their endeavors to purchase local businesses, provide capital for existing businesses, start new businesses or seek joint-investment opportunities. Nelson and area has seen at least 8 successful business ownership conversions worth an estimated 2.5 million dollars as the program continues to provide results.

Through roundtable consultations with various economic drivers including food and beverage, manufacturing, technology, tourism, retail and professional services

Economic Development is a pillar in the City of Nelson’s Path to 2040. We can never lose sight of the importance of the business community in building a long term

By boosting the economic and social wellbeing of communities, broadband can reduce the incentives for their young people to move away in search of opportunity and a better quality of life.

sustainable region. The City of Nelson issued close to 1300 business licenses and generated 27% of the City’s taxation revenue. A strong business community assists the community in delivering the cultural, environmental and social programs we desire.

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EASTER MARKET at the Crescent Valley Hall Sat March 28th 10am - 4pm, Great things!, Hot lunch, Tables available. Contact 359.7097 for info

MOUNTAIN TREK FITNESS RETREAT & HEALTH SPA has an opening for a Kinesiologist. This is a seasonal, part-time weekend position from April 26 to October 31. The successful candidate would deliver elements of our RENOWNED WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM including body composition assessments & prescriptions, instruct fitness knowledge, core & weight training classes, as well as lead small groups through a variety of hiking terrain applying hiking ergonomics & fitness principles. The ideal candidate would have a degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology or Physical Education. Certification in First Aid, Class 4 Drivers license, and fitness training are preferred. The candidate must be a team player with excellent interpersonal communication skills, public speaking/presentation ability and be committed to delivering outstanding guest services. Closing Date is Feb. 27, 2015. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their cover letter and resume Attn: Cathy at info@mountaintrek.com

Information FRIENDS OF NELSON ELDERS IN CARE AGM 10:30 am Thur Mar 12, 15 Bethel Christian Centre 623 Gordon Rd, Nelson

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Employment Help Wanted Chatters Salon is looking for a full-time & part-time hair stylist with at least 2 yrs experience. We offer benefits including medical, dental & year round paid education. Apply in person to Julie or Ros or email resume to: chahko@chatters.ca Community Health Nurse sought in Port Hardy, BC. Request job description or apply to marie.hunt@kwakiutl.bc.ca by Feb 22. Competitive salary offered. Tel. 250-949-6625

Kootenay Kids Early Care & Learning Centre is seeking Early Childhood Educators to assist in providing quality childcare for children from 6 weeks to 5 years. Please apply by Mar. 4, 2015. For detailed job posting, visit www.kootenaykids.ca

SMALL ENG/SAW/OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED. Exp required. Wage/benefits negotiable. ShopRite Marine/Logging, Port McNeill, BC Send resume to: crosback@telus.net

Help Wanted NELSON GREYHOUND Shift - Closing shift. Saturday & Sunday Bus Times. Requirements - D.L, Abstract, References, Computer skills, Customer skills, Some heavy lifting involved, Telephone skills. Responsibilities - Data entry, deliveries, ticket sales, cash handling, sorting freight, shipping freight, opening & closing of depot. Must be detail orientated, must be flexible as this is a fast moving industry. Apply at Nelson Greyhound Depot with resume.

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*OPLM (KTPUPZ[YH[P]L 6MĂ&#x201E;JLY Nakusp is a vibrant community of approximately 1600 residents and it services an additional 5000 from surrounding communities. The Village offers amenities of a much larger centre. The Village of Nakusp has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Administrative Officer. Responsible for the direct overall planning, coordination and control of the activities and business affairs of the Village, the CAO will lead staff in the fulfillment of all duties related to the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operations. The CAO will provide effective advice and support to the Mayor and Council in developing and implementing policies and strategies that address the economic, social and environmental needs of the Village. If you are an accomplished local government leader with a combination of education and experience in providing effective customer service in a small municipality and are known for your strong management and interpersonal skills, this position may interest you. If you have any questions about the CAO role in Nakusp or would like more information about the community, please feel free to contact Linda Tynan, CAO at 250-265-3689 or email at Ltynan@nakusp.com. Applications including a cover letter must be sent by email only to hr@nakusp.com by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 4:30 pm.

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Applications will be acknowledged when received. For a full posting for the position, please see the Village website at www.nakusp.com The Village of Nakusp thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

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The School House ECLC

Employment Opportunity Licensed Early Childhood Educator + Infant & Toddler Certification Lynx Program This is a full time position commencing March 9, 2015 with a starting wage of $17. TheÂ successfulÂ candidate will be familiar with the Early Learning Framework and be open to learning about and facilitating a Reggio Inspired Practice.

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Our centre practices a system of Primary Care; (38 hours/week within a 4 day work week). After the 3 month probationary period all employee can expect a wage increase as well as benefits. Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills with all ages is mandatory. Our centre values open honest communication in a supportive, positive working environment.

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CARPENTER POSITION: Carpenter (Temporary) HOURS OF WORK: 40 hrs/wk (Mon to Fri) RATE OF PAY: $31.14/hr + 13.4% in lieu of benefits START DATE: March 2, 2015 END DATE: March 31, 2015 For full position details including qualifications please refer to the Careers with SD20 section of our website at www.sd20.bc.ca This position is covered under our CUPE Local 1285 Collective Agreement. Completed district applications (available on the district web site or at our office) should be sent to Mrs. Marcy VanKoughnett, Director of Human Resources, School District #20 (KootenayColumbia), 2001 Third Ave, Trail, BC, V1R 1R6 (Fax: 250-364-2470) by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, February 25, 2015. Please submit electronic applications to: hr@sd20.bc.ca. It is understood that applicants agree to confidential reference checks of all previous employers. The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Record Check. We appreciate your interest but regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Have you ever seriously considered a career in the automotive retail industry? We have an opening that can completely change your income and lifestyle. If you have good business skills, see yourself working in a modern, professional environment, and have a deep interest in vehicles and can explain their features and beneďŹ ts, then this career can be very interesting and rewarding. Most important, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to listen to people so you can really help them, then you can begin to create the best experience for them. The days of pushing vehicles on customers are long gone. To learn more or apply, please inquire or send your cover letter and resume to: Chad Bullock, Sales Manager Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Email: chad@kalawsky.com Fax: (250) 365-3949

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Relief Shift Safety Coordinator Zellstoff Celgar LP is North America’s newest and largest softwood Kraft pulp mill, located in Castlegar B.C. Celgar is part of Mercer International, which also owns and operates two world class softwood mills in Germany. All three mills continue to invest in their core assets and investigate new revenue streams in the emerging bio-economy to further improve their long term viability. An opportunity exists for a Relief Shift Safety Coordinator who will join our Safety Resources Department. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager the successful candidate will be demonstrably committed to achieving exceptional safety performance and will work with mill groups to contribute to our continuous improvement in reliability and productivity. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of: • Industrial Emergency Response Experience (Confined Space Rescue, Spill Response and Emergency Procedures) • OFA Level 3 • Level 1 Fire Fighter • Working knowledge of sprinkler and alarm systems • Industrial Work Experience • Ability to work a 12 hour shift schedule • Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Zellstoff Celgar LP is an innovative and progressive mill. As a learning organization, we are working together to be the best for our communities, our environment and our future. We offer unparalleled career development and challenging work opportunities, a collegial and stable work environment and an incomparable family and recreational oriented life style along with competitive pay, benefits and pension package. For the discerning professional looking to make a difference, this is a rare opportunity! If you want to live in one of the most desirable places in Canada, then you will want to know more about Zellstoff Celgar! Go to www.mercerint.com. Want to know about Castlegar & the Kootenays? Go to www.castlegar.com Think you can make a difference? Then send your resume to: phyllisp@celgar.com by March 6, 2015. We thank all applicants. Only those whose candidacy best suits our needs will be contacted.

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Toyota Product Advisor If you have good communication skills, confidence, enjoy helping people and have a strong interest in automobiles, then maybe this career opportunity is for you. Castlegar Toyota is a leading automobile dealership with a fourteen-year reputation for honesty, integrity and outstanding customer service. With some of the most popular vehicles in the market and a reputation for excellence, we’re looking for a capable, hard-working Product Advisor to help expand our growth while providing exceptional service to our existing customers. We offer industry leading pay structure and benefits package with days off and paid holidays. If you’re currently a professional in automotive sales, or if you’re serious about a career change, then we would like to talk to you. Send your cover letter and resume to: Craig Kalawsky Castlegar Toyota 1530 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1H9 Fax: (250) 365-2752 Email: craig@castlegar.toyota.ca

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ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Shelley Cameron Estate Administrator at 877-797-4357 today, to set up your FREE consultation in Nelson. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience. BDO Canada Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. 200-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna , BC V1Y 9X1

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com 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

Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Furnace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-5650355 (Free estimates)

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Real Estate Houses For Sale Priced to Sell Lovely Home in Uphill, rural feel 4 bdrm, 2 bath, located on quiet deadend road, video avail, call 352-6120

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. New renos: doors, windows, stove & paint. $600./mo. 250-551-1106

Commercial/ Industrial Main Floor Mnt Water Wellness building 205 Victoria avail May 1 st. Charming heritage features Large, differentiated commercial space 6 treatment rooms 2 larger group spaces, reception, storage & parking, 2150 sq’ can be rented to 1 tenant or separated into 2 rental units Richard 250 509-0553 by appointment only

Suites, Lower Nelson, 1 bdrm suite in strawbale house. W/D, sat TV internet, jet tub, patio & more $1025/m util incl 505-2075

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Food Products BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished Freezer Packages Available Quarters/Halves $4.30/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Ground Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

Heavy Duty Machinery 3aFiÀF ,nsight (leFtroniFs 3, is a worldclass designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic solutions for the automotive, specialty and commercial vehicle sectors. PI is currently recruiting for the following positions at our Nelson, BC operation:

Misc. Wanted Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-499-0251 Local

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Family of mature adults, N/P req 3-4 bdrm home within 7 km of Nelson. Up to $1500/m all incl. Good ref avail LM for Doug 352-6602

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The Nelson Food Cupboard Society seeks an Admin Assistant/Harvest Rescue Coordinator. For info, see www.foodcupboard.org. The position runs March – December, hours per week vary depending on season. Qualifications include volunteer management experience, excellent communication & organizational skills, ability to work flexible hours, physically fit, valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle. Submit resumes to foodcupboard@shawbiz.ca. Deadline March 6th.

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LEGAL NOTICE:

LOOKING FOR WITNESSES who saw an incident on March 17, 2011 (St. Patrick’s day), where in a woman was playing pool at Mike’s Place Pub on the upper floor at approximately 10:30pm when another male patron in the bar came up behind her, wrapped his arms around her, flipped her upside down, and lost his balance stumbling forward, dropping the woman on her head. Please contact Bill McNally of Spilker McNally by phone at 250-352-2088 or email: billmcnally@mcnallylaw.ca

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Churches of Nelson

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All the senses came alive tonight. Started off with going to church for the Ash Wednesday mass where I found myself surrounded with beautiful icons and statues of Jesus, Mary and the Cross. We sang hymns and I was blessed to hear all the liturgical readings. The priest told us about last years Palm Sunday palms being burned and made into tonights ashes. He went on to say more about the burning, more specifically the flame. Flames consumed the ash. The LORD also consumes us with his fiery and intense love. Jesus’ love burns away the hurt, pain and grief and leaves behind a pure and beautiful treasure. That treasure is Us! Nelson Christian Science Society A Branch of the Mother Church in Boston MA

Sunday Service in Balfour

9:30 am at the Anglican Church on Busk Rd. For information 250-229-5237

Nelson Seventh-Day Adventist Church Sabbath (Saturday) Services 10 am

Bible study/discussion

11 am

Worship Service

Rides available!

12:30 pm Vegetarian Fellowship Luncheon Also available: “It Is Written" CTV 11 am Saturdays

Please join us at 1502 Granite Road

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“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heauy laden, and I vill giue you rest” Matthew 11:28 www.nelsonadventist.ca Pastor Leo 250-687-1777 _____________________ _______________ ______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ _____________________ _______________ ______________ ______________ ___

Vine Event this week Saturday, Feb 21 @ 6pm BBQ/Games night with our youth crew! All food provided 2402 Perrier Lane No Sunday morning Gathering

Displaced rhythms? Come experience ours! Beautify • Listen • Eat • Study • Send www.nelsonvineyard.com Look for us on Facebook

Anglican Church of Canada

St. Saviour's Pro Cathedral Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist Children’s Sunday School Sunday Service 10:30 a.m St. Saviour’s Food Pantry is open every Friday 9-11 a.m.

St. Michael & All Angels Busk Road, Balfour Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.

Office: 9 am - 1 pm Tue - Thurs • 250.352.5711 www.kokanee-parish.com

ALL ARE WELCOME!

The Salvation Army Nelson Community Church

Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 am Everyone is Welcome Your Pastors:

Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows 250 551 4986

601 Vernon Street (Middle Level)

CATHOLIC CHURCH

CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE 813 Ward Street 352-7131 Sunday Mass Times: • Saturday 7:00pm • Sunday 8:30 am and 10:30 am Parish office open Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am - noon rccathedral@shaw.ca • www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca

Joel 2:13 ESV and rend your hearts and not your garments.” Return to the Lord your God, for he is Love Never Fails gracious and Gathering on: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. merciful, 3308 Silver King Rd. 250-352-5007 slow to anDreams Coffee House ger, and Sat, Feb 28 7-11 pm 711 10 street, Kelle Wardle & others playing abounding in Benefit for Kelle’s India work Coffee, tea & desserts steadfast love; We are Preaching in Riondel Community and he reFeb 22/15, 10:30 AM H.O.P.E. Church Pastoral couple Jeff & Marilyn Zak www.hopenelson.ca lents over disaster. A Friendly Bible Centre Church

This burning reminds Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am me of this “Compelled” word “ren623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 der”. RenPhone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber der means Refreshments are served after the service (Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada) to tear into and not just Unity Centre to carve off of the Kootenays slice by slice. Speaker – Jerry Levinson God wants Topic: “Are we searching for all of us. God Peace and our True Self?” doesn’t want 717 Vernon St. your stuff or Sunday at 11 a.m. your talents, Any questions? Contact 250-354-5394 He wants your heart! I encourage you to give all of yourself to Him as we Journey to the Cross during this Lent season.

Nelson United Church

Sunday Worship Gathering 10:00 am Minister: David Boyd All are Welcome John Thwaites Lent 1 Reconciliation with the Waters Pastor Service of Holy Communion All children welcome for Sunday School and Nursery Room available

Corner of Josephine and Silica Streets Ph: 250-352-2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca

First Baptist Church

Friday, February 20, 2015 Nelson Star

O b i tu a r i e s & Me m o r i a l s In Loving Memory of

John Derhousoff

January 17, 1930 – February 23, 2006

Words are few, thoughts are deep Memories of you we will always keep Always missed & never forgotten The Derhousoff, Nazaroff and Tucker Families

Frances Elizabeth “Betty” de Bruyn It is with sadness that we announce the death of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother, Betty de Bruyn, on February 4, 2015. Betty died at home, with her husband and two of her daughters at her side. Frances Elizabeth (Betty) Roy was born on July 23, 1920 in Dauphin, Manitoba. Her family moved to Winnipeg when Betty was a teenager. She went to Ottawa to work early in WWII, and it was there that she met her husband, Jan de Bruyn. They were married on May 3, 1941. They moved to Vancouver where Jan enlisted. Betty lived there while Jan was overseas, and they lived in that city until Jan retired from UBC in 1983.They moved to the home that Betty had designed and they had built near Sechelt, and lived there until 1995, when they moved to the Kootenays. Betty lived a long and full life. She was home to raise her children, which she did with much love and common sense. She was a talented cook, seamstress, embroiderer, needle worker, typist and quilter. She passed on knowledge of all sorts – family history, cooking secrets, how to deal cards, how to sew and crochet… She was a loving, compassionate woman, and we will all miss her. Betty is survived by her husband of seventy-three and a half years, Jan de Bruyn, her children Sydney Mason, Diane Andersson, John de Bruyn, Mary de Bruyn (Stephen), and Kathy de Bruyn (Angel), 13grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren, her sister Mary Jean Roy, and her two brothers, Frank and Pat Roy, as well as several nieces and nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her son Frank in July, 1961, sons-in-law Bruce Mason (2011) and Rolf Andersson (2010), daughter-in-law Sally de Bruyn (2014), and three of her brothers: Doug Roy (2013), Bunny Roy (2001), and Donald Roy (2000). Cremation, in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel, has taken place. A family gathering was held on Saturday, Feb. 7 to remember her. We will be having a Celebration of Life for family and friends later in the spring, when travelling to the Kootenays is a bit easier. If you would like to pay tribute to Betty, a donation in her name to your favourite charity would be wonderful.

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Some of the Langham’s founders and their families at the 40th anniversary gala last fall.

Retire richer. The Langham today Louis Bockner photo

Kaslo landmark has been going strong as a cultural centre for 40 years

MAGGIE TCHIR Special to the Nelson Star Last in a series n 2014 the Langham Cultural Society celebrated its 40th anniversary. It received awards and celebratory congratulations from many corners of the world. Since the early days when Michael Guthrie and the board of dedicated directors of the newly formed Langham Cultural Society manifested their vision of a cultural hub on the shores of North Kootenay Lake in Kaslo, the society has flourished in the old Langham building, which the Nelson Star has enthusiastically highlighted over this past number of weeks. The Langham Cultural Society’s vision is to engage visitors in a deeper understanding and enjoyment of authentic cultural heritage. Over four decades, the Langham’s programs have interpreted, educated and exhibited the tangible and intangible evidence of society. Although small in nature, the Langham provides a physical forum for critical inquiry and investigation and inspiring entertainment. Today, the heritage building houses not only the small beloved Japanese Canadian museum, but two galleries, an intimate rural theatre, 14 studios and a community multi-use room for classes in the visual, performing and literary arts. On the heels of its gala weekend and reunion celebrations in October, the Langham was named one of the Best 100 Buildings in BC by the Architecture Foundation of BC. The society received double regional winner status as being the People’s Choice Award and also received the Judges’ Award for honourable mention in the Interior BC region. The director and CEO of Canada Council, Simon Brault (Order of Canada and Quebec), oﬀered the following congratulations to the Langham Cultural Society via the society’s first director, Arletta Byers, writing, “Thank you for taking the time to write about the positive eﬀects of the grant [the Langham] received in 1976 ... You have succeeded in creating a beacon of culture in your small community

that proves the importance of supporting artistic life throughout our country. Congratulations to the members of the Langham Cultural Centre on your 40th anniversary, and … allowing me to discover such a wonderful success story.” Over the years, the Langham has received other awards and recognition such as the 1977 Park and Tilford Trophy Award from Heritage Canada for “exceptional eﬀorts devoted to beautification and community benefit.” Through the Heritage Conservation Act, the Langham was designated a provincial heritage site by the Province of British Columbia. The society also received the National Prize Award “for an outstanding contribution to heritage conservation in Canada” and was listed on the Canadian Register of Historic Places on August 31, 2012. In 2004, the Langham was awarded the Honouring the Arts award by the Assembly of the BC Arts Councils, for the Langham’s long-term contribution to the arts in BC. Last year, the Langham’s Japanese Canadian museum was honoured as a nominee for the 2014 Provincial Nesika Awards, celebrating and promoting multiculturalism in the community. Today, the Langham is best known for its popular theatre programs; the guest artist concert series and the FLIKS international film series as well as its exhibition program of professional and emerging visual artists. For the 40th anniversary year, a popular speakers’ series, Café Langham – Inspired Ideas, was initiated. Although the society employs a part-time director and curator, all programs are co-organized and run by volunteers. So, what is in store for the Langham in the future? The 30th anniversary of the Japanese Canadian museum will take place in 2018 and the society looks forward to planning another celebratory anniversary year. In addition to building upgrades, the Langham is also in the process of re-packaging its annual

workshops under an umbrella of oﬀerings re-named the Living Arts series. A 40 MORE Campaign for sponsorships and funding is also being developed, to encourage another exciting 40 years and beyond. The society overall is funded by the rental of studios, a variety of government programs and the dedication of individual and corporate sponsors. For 2015, the Langham will be oﬀering two Living Arts series. The spring series draws on the Langham’s gallery exhibition, Waterline, by celebrated aboriginal west coast artist Marianne Nicolson (April 17 to May 31). The summer/fall Living Arts series will celebrate the Langham’s Asian cultural heritage. Local senior Japanese Canadian artists Toru Fujibayashi and Tsuneko Kokubo will present their exhibition Regeneration (July 24 to October 4). The Langham is not just a wonderful old heritage building, it is also a place of deep memories and the celebration of the human creative imagination. It is a source of inspiration for many. The society is proud to welcome visitors from all around the world. From the burn-it-down days in the 1970s to the beautifully award-winning restored heritage building that is seen today, the Langham lives on in the hearts of many.

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Above: Tom Atkins, Nelson and District Credit Union; Nichola Lytle, Pink Dog Designs; Raegan Mallison and Heather Leschied, Living Lakes Canada; Dianna Ducs, Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism. Submitted to the Star When Nichola Lytle from Pink Dog Designs saw the dreary lot at the 700 block of Nelson Avenue, across from the Husky Gas Station, she sat down with sketchpad in hand and came up with a creative idea to improve the look of the lot for all those passing by or heading down towards the waterfront.

Lytle created a vibrant Spirit of the Waterfront banner that is 235 feet (72 m) long and wraps around the fencing, encasing the empty Imperial Oil lot. The banner features local species of birds, fish, wildlife and the ecosystems that are unique to our waterfront and Kootenay Lake. The banner was supported by Imperial Oil, the

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Grizzelle’s Greenhouse site to become garden Submitted to the Nelson Star Over the next few months, the Nelson Food Cupboard will be transforming the site of the former Grizzelle’s Greenhouse into a large-scale vegetable garden. Use of the land has been donated to the Nelson Food Cupboard by Brooke and Sandi Leatherman and the Columbia Basin Trust has stepped in to fund much of the project. “Over the last two years, we have involved our customers in various gardening initiatives to great success — they claimed the gardening experience was beneficial to their physical and mental health, they appreciated

having a way to give back to the food cupboard, and they helped grow a lot of vegetables to stock our shelves,” says coordinator Kim Charlesworth. “So when the farmer who has grown our vegetables for the last seven years told us she would no longer be able to do so, we decided we wanted to give it a try ourselves.” Charlesworth said the key to success was finding a plot of arable land close to the food cupboard so that customers could easily get involved as volunteers. When she called on Brooke and Sandi Leatherman to ask if they would consider donating the use of the property

on the corner of Ward and Hoover Streets that is just 4½ blocks from the food cupboard, they immediately agreed. This garden will be for a specific community — Nelson Food Cupboard customers. With the support of a garden coordinator, they will be growing vegetables for themselves and others who rely on the food cupboard. Customers will be encouraged to join work parties to build infrastructure such as fences and benches; volunteer to plant, weed and harvest the vegetables; deliver the produce to the food cupboard; and more. Many businesses are already

volunteering their expertise and labour. Soon, DDC Excavating will be re-contouring the land to better suit the needs of the garden. Bloom Garden Design is creating the site plan in consultation with Thomas Loh, Urban Systems, Glade Valley Gardens and Deverney Engineering Services. And then volunteers will plant the garden. “We’re grateful for and inspired by all the support we have been receiving. We’ll continue to welcome donations of gardening and building materials, volunteer expertise and of course, financial donations,” Charlesworth concluded.

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Kitty ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ L ove Let’s work together to ﬁnd loving, safe families for all our homeless critters! All KAAP pets are spayed/neutered and vaccinated. Call Daryl at 250-551-1053 for more information on these kitties. kaap.ca/ adopt for application and adoption fees.

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Tired of the same old thing? At CP you can be part of something historic. You have a chance to make a difference, to see Canada, and build a future. CP is one of Canada’s most iconic companies. We move the goods that keep the world turning, and we’re on our way to doing it better than anyone else. To get there, CP is looking for some adaptable, hard-working, safety-conscious, and results-driven people to join our force of conductors.

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Wayne Germaine

250.354.2814

West arm views from this 1950’s style home. 75’ x 120’ corner lot in Uphill has subdivision potential. Non conforming suite, ideal for a family member.

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$379,900

250.354.8500

For additional information on Canadian Pacific and this career opportunity, visit us online at www.cpr.ca.

$465,900

Norm Zaytsoff

250.354.8584

Valerie

Bordering the Slocan River and Rail Trail, this picture perfect property is entirely fenced, suitable for horses and livestock. Riding arenas, a substantial barn, great sunshine and water supply are a few of the perks included. The 3-4 bed home offers a modern farmhouse feel suitable for any sized family. 30 min to both Nelson and Castlegar.

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Log Home minutes From town

Graycie Mittens

Bonded sisters, almost 4 months old. Needing a quiet home, to bring out the best of their affectionate and playful natures. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053. Being fostered in Nelson.

5-bed, 2-bath log home on just under 2 acres. Features include: new appliances, new flooring, productive gardens and an orchard. Quick possession is available. Call today.

$379,000

Lev Zaytsoff

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Steven Skolka

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This wonderful, midsize, 2 year old spayed Border Collie x female is wanting an active home with lots of walks. Good with all but likes to herd toddlers. Needs a fenced yard. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053.

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Horse Haven

Competition closes on April 1, 2015

Only those candidates contacted will be considered. All communication will be directed to the email address you use on your online application form. The journey has begun but is far from over.

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You don’t need: Railroading experience Connections You do need: Great Attitude Willingness to learn To work in and around Fort Steele

Beautiful late-Victorian home cleverly developed into 3 living spaces. Two 1-bdrm suites on main and 2-storey suite upstairs. Features include wood floors, 3 fireplaces and high ceilings. Incredible location on a corner lot, close to downtown. An amazing home, easy to own with rental income or just as an investment.

These two spayed 9 month old girls are the SOFTEST kitties. They love to be brushed and love to be loved. Call KAAP at 250-551-1053.

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CLean & spaCious

2-bdrm, 2-bathroom manufactured home located very close to Nelson along Granite Rd in the Chateau Village Mobile Home Park. Enjoy the views of your corner lot from your covered timber frame decks. New metal skirting, roof paint and decks

Tootsie

Tootsie is a sweet and loving companion, needing a quiet home. She is a 2 year old spayed short hair Tuxedo, with beautiful eyes. Call KAAP at 250551-1053.

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6-miLe Lot

Wonderful location for this .4-acre lot at 6-Mile. Private setting with a short drive into Nelson, best of both worlds!

Kristina Little

250-509-2550

$69,900

www.spca.bc.ca/nelson • 250.352.7178

520 C Falls Street Nelson (Above Savoy Bowling Lanes) Open Tues - Sat.: 12:00 - 5:00pm kristina@valhallapathrealty.com

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Potential to make an incredible hobby farm, possibly subdivide, or create an extreme sports playground in your own back yard!!! Clean home offers 3 bedrooms, nice living areas & basement area. Prime sun exposure! MLS 2396421 Glen Darough 250.354.3343 $395,500

This 4+ bedroom family home has a terrific view and easy access to the rails to trails network. Attached double garage, great family neighbourhood and walking distance to schools. MLS 2402585 Ali Watt 250.551.5235 $445,000

Features 3 spacious bdrms, 2 full baths, open layout, gas fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, commercial kitchen, steam table and bright solarium. Wine cellar, wet bar, large rec room, covered gazebo and salt water pool! MLS 2402935 Laura Salmon 250.551.8877 $557,777

Nicely-situated view lot located near Selkirk College in Rosemont. Prepaid water & sewer, mountain and glacier views, and in a quiet location. Generous size measuring 72’ x 120’ allows for creative design. MLS 2401889 Glen Darough 250.354.3343 $139,900

Lovely 2 bedroom potential to be 3, open layout, beautiful views of the river & surrounding mountains. Partially finished daylight basement with wood burning stove. On 2.23 picturesque acres with 26x30 shop. MLS 2402462 Laura Salmon 250.551.8877 $325,000

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Perched alone on a peninsula, this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home has stunning views and too many custom features to list. Enjoy both the sunrise and sunset from your private beach or one of your many decks. MLS 2402635 Ali Watt 250.551.5235 $1,420,000

Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 bath rancher with a detached garage with guest bedroom and bath. 2.6 Acres, fenced & cross fenced, chicken coop, barn and workshop. Beautiful lawn, trees and rock work. MLS 2402737 Alan Tarr 250.354.8489 $554,500

Buy the year-round home set on the 295 feet of lake frontage of this property, and get the second 2 bedroom, 1 ½ home built in 2004 on the hillside above as well. Sandy beach, great views and much, much more. MLS 2402617 Dave Buss 250.354.9459 $509,000

Close to schools & park, 3 bedroom home features heritage details: inlaid flooring & clawfoot tub. Elephant Mountain and city light views. Good yard spaces on 37.5’x120’ lot with lane access & parking. MLS 2402800 Tamara Jenkinson 250.354.3714 $265,000

Beautifully furnished home with many improvements, incl. new kitchen cabinets & countertops, 2 baths totally redone & 5 bdrms. All new carpet, tile & oak floors. 0.58 level ac. Fruit trees, 75 ft. sandy beach, boat dock & dry land boat house. MLS 2395862 Alan Tarr 250.354.8489 $569,900

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When you purchase this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, not only do you get a wonderful view, just 8 minutes from town, but you also get ownership to approximately 80 feet of beautiful sandy beach across the road. MLS 2401890 Dave Buss 250.354.9459 $399,000

3 Brdm 2 bath home with certified wood stove, newer flooring, large windows, jack and jill bathroom on the main and a large covered deck. Quiet location, in-law suite in the basement on private 1.44 flat acres.MLS 2400069 Barbie Wheaton 250.509.0654 $249,900

Located on a 1/2 acre level lot in Balfour with 66’ of sandy beach, shared wharf, 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1 level home with gas fireplace, sunroom and large RV storage shed. MLS 2399363 Lorne Westnedge 250.505.2606 $575,000

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Cute 2 bedroom character home in Lower Uphill with a private rear deck on a 63’x120’ lot. Welcoming verandah, roomy living room features bay window & brick fireplace. Nice floorplan, quiet bedroom spaces. Easy-access location MLS 2400862 David Gentles 250.354.8225 $289,900

16.85 Beautiful, PRIVATE, treed parkland property offering subdivision potential or a beautiful setting to build your home/estate. Gorgeous views, steps from the river, and just mins to downtown, schools and amenities. MLS 2403070 Lisa Cutler 250.551.0076 $199,000

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Charming 2 bdrm & 1 bth home blocks from Baker Street. This sweet, bright home has had many modern updates. Fenced & private backyard w/ cedar deck. Bright unfinished basement w/workshop. Low maintenance home, move right in. MLS 2401415 Lisa Cutler 250.551.0076 $244,000

VACANT POSESSION NOW! 3 Bedrooms up + 2 bedroom rental suite down on 0.54 acres. Newer roof, electrical & drywall & recent paint. 0.54 Acres located just outside city limits. Lower suite rents for $900/month. MLS 2402560 David Gentles 250.354.8225 $289,900

This is a very solid built 2 bedroom plus den 1898 square foot home. A double sided fire place in living room and dining room. 14.02 acres, treed and private setting with a fantastic valley view. MLS 2395596 $ Alan Tarr 250.354.8489 349,000

Located in E. Procter this view lot is 0.42 acre, level and has a 3 room cabin with an additional, incomplete bath house on the property. Ideal for getaways, while you wait to build your dream home. MLS 2402679 Lorne Westnedge 250.505.2606 $159,000

Introducing Tamara Jenkinson RE/MAX RHC Realty is pleased to announce that Tamara Jenkinson has joined its sales team!

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Live in the house, rent out the bottom suite and there is also a full guest cottage, with kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room! The main home and property are a great family home with a lot of options to consider. MLS 2395406 Barbie Wheaton 250.509.0654 $359,000

For Tamara, Real Estate has always been a huge part of her and her family’s life. Having started in Real Estate 20 years ago in her family’s Nelson Realty office, Tamara has moved from office assistant, to Property Manager and now to licensed Realtor®. Tamara is passionate about real estate and is ready to share her experience, excitement and love of her home town. And while buying or selling a home is sometimes a stressful situation; Tamara is ready to support her clients while they move through these important life changes. Whether buying or selling, Tamara’s knowledge of the local real estate and rental markets offers a complete picture for real estate decisions. For a no pressure approach to serving your real estate needs call Tamara today! w w w. r h c re a l t y. c o m

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