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Sponsors of the Tom Rand event gathered with 100 copies of his book Waking the Frog, which will be given to the first 100 people through the door at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson on March 16. Rand, an author and activist, is coming to Nelson to speak on the threat of climate change and the economic opportunities afforded by the global transformation to a low-carbon economy. Photo by Tamara Hynd

Registration is underway in your community for Softball Programs…

Canadian author Tom Rand is coming to Nelson to speak about the dangers of passive denial when it comes to climate change. Taking a proactive approach to finding solutions, the entrepreneur will talk about the positive stories of clean energy abundance. The event is free for Selkirk College students. Presented by the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, Rand will be at the Capitol Theatre on March 16 at 7 p.m. A former successful software entrepreneur, Rand will speak about his new book Waking the Frog: Solutions for Our Climate Change Paralysis and the Dangers

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of Passive Denial. The title is based on the myth that if you put a frog in a pot of water and boil the water slowly, the cold-blooded creature will not hop out because its nervous system can’t pick up that it is slowly dying. Rand argues that our society is paralyzed by inaction and not focused on the positive stories of clean energy abundance. “We’re human beings, we’re not the frog… all we have to do is wake up,” he says. “It is my belief that we have yet to have a serious, public conversation about the threat of climate change, and the economic opportunities afforded

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SPRING 2015 WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS During the gardening season Georama will hold a series of workshops and seminars covering a wide range of gardening topics Expert staff members will provide informative and entertaining sessions Saturday mornings at 10am and repeated on Sunday afternoons at 1pm. Registration fee is $5.00 with proceeds going to local charities. Coffee and local baked goods will be served

Sat. April 10 am & Sun. April 12 1pm All about Perennials

Seeding, taking and rooting cuttings, germination, soil and propagation mediums, containers, greenhouse production and much more. New this yearFruit Tree Grafting!

This seminar will introduce the novice and expert gardener to a whole new world of exiting permanent plants. From Ajuga’s to Yuccas and everything in between; growing, dividing, pruning and more will be covered

Sat. March 21 10am & Sun. March 22nd 1pm Pruning Workshop

Sat. April 18 10am & April 19 1pm Hanging Basket Workshop

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This is our most popular, hands-on workshop where you will be planting your very own basket. Choose from a wide range of containers and plants and prepared to be creative! (containers and plants extra)

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by the global transformation to a low-carbon economy.” In his discussion, Rand will talk about the benefits of making change and ways to achieve a sustainable future. Rand looks to contemporary psychology, economics, business and finance to explain the inaction in the face of the climate change crisis. He doesn’t just point fingers and attach blame; Rand will talk about our motivations, institutional lethargy and deeply buried assumptions about market economics. Tickets are $10. The event is sponsored by a host of community organizations and businesses.

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Seniors, students and low income earners take note — number crunchers have pencils sharpened, ready to do your taxes for free. The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is a collaboration between the Canada Revenue Agency and local organizations with an objective to help eligible taxpayers who need help preparing and filing income tax and benefit returns. To qualify for the free service, individual income must be under $30,000; family earnings less than $40,000; and for a single parent with one child, $35,000 with $2,500 allowed for each individual child. Free tax clinics run five days a week until April 30 from 9 to 11 a.m,. throughout Greater Trail, starting with the Trail Seniors Centre (Greater Trail Community Centre) on Mondays; Tuesday at Kate’s Kitchen on Rossland Ave.; and Wednesdays at the Trail FAIR Society on Columbia Ave. The program then moves to the Beaver Valley Manor on Laurier Ave. in Fruitvale on Thursdays, then every Friday, volunteers will

be on site in Rossland at the Esling Park Lodge on Spokane St. In the Nelson area, the Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society runs the program year round with appointment or by drop-off at 719 Vernon St. on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until noon. For information call 250-352-6008, email sencoord@netidea.com, or visit the Canada Revenue website at cra-arc. gc.ca. People accessing the program are asked to bring all slips including T3s, T4s, T5s and receipts for medical expenses, child arts and recreational programs, charitable donations, as well as a copy of the previous year’s return. All information is confidential and once the tax return is electronically filed, the computers are wiped clean (information is not stored year-to-year). Interviews are on a first-come-firstserve basis. For more information, visit trailtimes.ca and click on the calendar link for a listing of dates, times, and contact information for the program. In Greater Trail, the program has been running for about a decade, and over that period, saved countless individual and families from los-

ing a portion of their tax return to processing fees. “I chose to volunteer for the program because there are a lot of people who don’t have the money to pay to have their returns done,” says Elaine Jones, a fouryear program member. “It could be $60 bucks, which might not sound like a huge fee, but they just don’t have it. “Last year, I did 100 returns,” Jones said. “Another volunteer did 100, and the other three volunteers each completed 35. So we are doing quite a few as the message gets out.” Jones maintains that often low income earners, and people on assistance, don’t feel empowered to file a yearly tax return. That outlook is changing somewhat, she explained, because if the annual income tax forms are not filed, then the person won’t receive benefits such as GST and climate control rebate cheques, a guaranteed income supplement, or child tax benefits. “I have the program back to 2005,” she noted. “So if anybody comes in with eight or even 10 years of taxes, I can do that for them. I can get them all caught up so they can start receiving the rebate cheques they are entitled to.”

Persons with investment income well in excess of $1,000, capital gains/losses, partnership income, rental income, business or professional income, farming or fishing income, or anyone with complex deductions may be deemed ineligible for this service. Additionally, the program is unable to prepare final returns for deceased persons, and other limitations may apply. By the last day of tax season, Canadians will spend between $4 billion and $5.8 billion preparing and filing personal income tax returns, with the average cost per person being $215, according to a study by the Fraser Institute. Regardless of income level, along with tax season come the tax scams that can bring a heap of trouble to anyone filing a return. The Trail RCMP Crime Prevention Office is asking ratepayers to be on the lookout for the scams that can enter households through a telephone line or via email. Police are warning people in the area to steer clear of emails that look like they are from the Canadian Revenue Agency and especially don’t open attachments or click links within the email.

Canada Revenue Agency does not contact taxpayers through email and wouldn’t request information they should already have. “Typically, these messages advise the recipient that they have qualified for a tax refund and need to click a link to enter their information,” notes Gordon Sims from the Crime Prevention Office in Trail.

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Choosing a Hitch Ball If you have a drawbar style hitch, the hitch ball usually is built right into it. But if you have a receiver-style hitch, you’ll need to choose your own hitch ball. Like vehicles and trailer hitches, hitch balls also are assigned a maximum tongue weight and gross trailer weight rating. Hitch balls are made from a variety of materials, and some are available in a choice of finishes, including chrome. They cost about $12 to $14. The hitch ball diameter must be the same diameter as the trailer coupler (1 7/8 inches, 2 inches or 2 5/16 inches). The shank diameter of the hitch ball should be the same as the hole diameter in the ball mount.

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For as long as Alexandra Straub recalls, she has loved cars. She can even remember thinking at the age of six, “Only ten more years until I can get my licence!” Born in Zurich, Switzerland to Hungarian parents, she moved to Canada when she was just a baby. Spending her summers in Budapest with her grandparents helped cultivate a strong liking for motorsports. Alexandra can remember watching F1 races with her grandfather, and still does even when she goes to visit. Over a decade ago, Alexandra started her career in the automotive industry. Since then, she has had countless stories and photos published. You can find her work online, in newspapers, magazines and on television. She has hosted “Shifting Gears Automotive TV” and regularly makes appearances on various shows talking about, you guessed it, all things automotive. When she’s not testing out the latest in vehicular goodness, you’ll either find her on a motorcycle (she tests and writes about those, too), on a track or traveling the world. While she considers her “job” her hobby, Alexandra enjoys other activities that don’t necessarily involve wheels, engines or motors. Growing up on the North Shore of Vancouver, she loves the mountains and the ocean. An avid snowboarder and a wannabe surfer, count on her enjoying the outdoors when she has the chance. And to really help her relax, she scrapbooks. Share your thoughts and requests with Alexandra at alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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12,995 102OR LESS

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14,995 105 OR LESS

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14,995 105OR LESS

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2014 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4DR #05649

2010 FOCUS 4DR SE #60060

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2014 FUSION TITANIUM

2013 MAZDA 3 4DR

2012 CHEVY CRUZE

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2012 FUSION SE 4DR

2012 FOCUS SE 4DR

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22,995 189 OR LESS

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#69007

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9,995 OR LESS

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2006 TOYOTA YARIS CE

2008 FOCUS 4D SE #19598

7,987

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1998 FORD MUSTANG GT #90146

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8,995 88 OR LESS

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68OR LESS

2009 FOCUS 4DR SE

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2010 KIA SOUL

2010 FUSION SEL AWD

2013 FOCUS SE 4DR

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#13155

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#93389

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2012 F150 CC 4X4 FX4 #063 ..................... $37,995OR LESS $283BW OR LESS

OR LESS

12,995 119 OR LESS

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12,995 95OR LESS

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12,995 102OR LESS

14,995 105OR LESS

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2010 ELANTRA 4DR #24671 .................................................................................................. $11,995OR LESS $99BW OR LESS 2009 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5 CC 4X4 #29450......... $23,995OR LESS $227BW OR LESS

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NOW $ $ BIWEEKLY

2013 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4 #94949

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14,995 119OR LESS

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#23352

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2009 ESCAPE 4DR

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#00927

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29K

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ise customers read the fine print: *, ≥, >, §, ≈ The Drive It Love It Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after March 3, 2015. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing ncludes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2015 vehicles and are deducted from the egotiated price before taxes. ≥3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan/2015 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package models through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Examples: 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan/2015 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package with a Purchase Price of $19,998/$19,998 (including applicable Consumer Cash) financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 416 weekly payments of $55/$55 with a cost of borrowing of $2,928/$2,928 and a total obligation of $22,926/$22,926. >3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Dodge Dart SE (25A) model through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. The equivalent of $7/day for the 2015 Dodge Dart SE (25A) is equal to a Purchase Price of $17,498 financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment, equals 416 weekly payments of $48 with a ost of borrowing of $2,557 and a total obligation of $20,055. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ≈Sub-prime financing available on approved credit. Finance example: 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan CVP with a Purchase Price of $19,998 financed at 4.99% over 60 months, equals 260 weekly payments of $87 for a total obligation of $22,605. Some conditions apply. Down payment is required. See your dealer for complete details. **Based on 2014 Ward’s upper small sedan costing under $25,000. ^Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles in Operation data available as of July, 2014 for Crossover Segments as defined by Chrysler Canada Inc. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC used under license by Chrysler Canada Inc.

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Cruising with Tom Cruise By Nick Gravlin

Hollywood star Tom Cruise has driven dozens of cars in his 40-plus movies. Here are the top five coolest cars featured in movies: “Vanilla Sky”: In this reality warping, romantic drama, Tom plays David Aames — the head of a New York publishing firm with access to whatever he pleases. In the opening scene, Cruise drives a Ferrari 250 GTO replica through a deserted New York City, ultimately ending in Times Square. Aames’ daily driver throughout the film is a1967 Ford Mustang, and after he falls in love with a different woman, his ex-girlfriend Julie (played by Cameron Diaz) tries to kill them both by driving off a bridge in her 1970 Buick Skylark. “Rain Man”: After his father’s death, Charlie Babbitt (played by Cruise), a grey market sports car dealer (seen importing Countaches in the film’s opening), flies home to Ohio to settle the estate. After learning he has an older brother, Raymond (Dustin Hoffman), who is inheriting the full estate, the two set out on a cross-country road trip back to California in their father’s 1949 Buick Roadmaster. “Jack Reacher”: Tom plays Jack Reacher, an ex-Army MP who is investigating the murder of five innocent victims of a sniper shooting. The real highlight of the film is a six-minute car chase in

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which Cruise drives a 1970 Chevelle SS. He tries his best to chase down an Audi A6 while being pursued by police. The driving stunts are of quite a remarkable quality; especially considering Cruise did all of his own driving throughout the movie. “Risky Business”: In this 1983 darkcomedy drama, Tom Cruise plays Joel Goodson, a high school student living with wealthy parents in suburban Chicago. His parents go away on a trip, giving Joel strict orders to not touch the stereo system or his father’s 1979 Porsche 928. Joel’s unruly friend convinces him otherwise, leading Joel into a downward spiral of trouble that includes a car chase in

the Porsche, and later some major water damage. “War of the Worlds”: Cruise plays Ray Ferrier, a divorced dockworker in New York City. His pride and joy seems to be his 1966 Shelby GT350H rather than his two kids — this all changes after an alien invasion of Earth. The probability of an alien invasion seems just as unlikely as a decidedly unmotivated N.Y. dockworker owning such a rare car as a Shelby! – But then this is the movies. Nick Gravlin writes for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty.ca.

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OFFER ENDS MARCH 31ST

DRIVE

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500

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SA L E S E V E N T

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PAYMENT

On leasing offers only, on select models.

2015

LX MT

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1.6L LX MT

2015

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151

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Offer includes delivery, destination, fees, and an $800 lease credit*. Consumers can elect to take an additional 10,000 km allowance in lieu of the lease credit. Offer based on new 2015 Rio LX MT (RO541F) with a selling price of $15,602¤.

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Offer includes delivery, destination and fees. Offer based on new Soul 1.6L LX MT (SO551F) with a selling price of $18,682¤.

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Offer includes delivery, destination, fees and $5,800 in cash credit. Offer based on new 2015 Sorento LX AT (SR75BF) with a selling price of $28,782∞.

Sorento SX AT AWD 7-Seat shown ‡ HWY / CITY 100KM: 8.7L/11.8L

Finance

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22,982

2015

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED *5-year/100,000 km worry-free comprehensive warranty.

See kia.ca for more

Castlegar Kia

1720 Columbia Avenue, Castelgar, BC V1N 2WN (250) 365-0321

Offer(s) available on select new 2015 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from March 3 to March 31, 2015. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,665, AMVIC fee, tire tax of $22, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees (up to $699), fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. ¤Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on new 2015 Rio LX MT (RO541F)/2015 Forte LX MT (FO541F)/2015 Soul 1.6L LX MT (SO551F) with a selling price of $15,602/$17,502/$18,682 is based on monthly payments of $151/$159/$172 and includes delivery and destination fees of $1,485/$1,485/$1,665, $22 AMVIC fee, and A/C tax ($100, where applicable) for 60 months at 0%/0%/0.9% with a $0 down payment/equivalent trade, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Offer also includes a lease credit of $800/$800/$0. Total lease obligation is $9,038/$9,535/$10,345 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $5,765/$7,167/$8,957. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Offer ends March 31, 2015. ΩLease payments must be made on a monthly or bi-weekly basis but cannot be made on a weekly basis. Weekly lease payments are for advertising purposes only. *Lease credit for 2015 Rio LX MT (RO541F)/2015 Forte LX MT (FO541F) is $800 and available on lease offer only. Consumers can elect to take an additional 10,000 km allowance in lieu of the Lease credit. Lease credit varies by model/trim and is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. **$500 Competitive Bonus offer available on the retail purchase/lease of any new 2015 Forte, 2015 Forte Koup, 2015 Forte5, 2015 Rondo and 2015 Optima from a participating dealer upon proof of current ownership/lease of a select competitive cross-over vehicle. Competitive models include specific VW, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Hyundai, Honda, GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles. Some conditions apply. See your dealer or kia.ca for complete details. ∞Cash purchase price for the new 2015 Sorento LX AT (SR75BF) is $22,982 and includes delivery and destination fees of $1,665, $22 AMVIC fee, A/C tax ($100, where applicable) and a cash credit of $5,800. Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Offer ends March 31, 2015. Cash purchase credit for 2015 Sorento LX AT (SR75BF) is $5,800 and available on cash purchase offer only. Cash purchase credit varies by model/trim and is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2015 Forte SX (FO748F)/2015 Rio4 SX with Navigation (RO749F)/2015 Soul SX Luxury (SO758E)/2015 Sorento SX V6 AWD (SR75XF) is $26,695/$22,395/$27,195/$42,095. Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2015 Rio LX+ ECO AT/2015 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl AT/2015 Soul 2.0L GDI 4-cyl MT/2015 Sorento LX 2.4L GDI 4-cyl AT. These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

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How to safely navigate wet roadways Spring showers certainly may bring flower laters on, but they also contribute to challenging driving conditions. Early spring weather can be fickle, vacillating between dry, wet and even icy conditions. Drivers need to remain on their toes to safely traverse roadways near and far. Wet roadways and poor driving conditions contribute to thousands of road accidents each and every year. As roads get wet, oil and other substances rise to the surface of the pavement, which can quickly become slippery and compromise the traction offered by tires. According to the United States Department of Transportation, there are around 707,000 automobile crashes each year due to rain. Heavy rains also may lead to puddles, which can obscure hazards on the roadway. Cars may stall out in puddles or hydroplane, which occurs when cars coast

along the surface of the water. Puddles also can be splashed by oncoming cars, leading to visibility issues. It is in every driver’s best interest to use caution when driving on wet roads. The following tips can help prevent accidents, injuries and even fatalities during the rainy season. · Slow down. Drivers should drive slower when roads are wet and when rain compromises visibility. It can take up to three times longer to stop on a wet road than a dry one. By slowing down you will be able to stop or veer out of the way of danger. · Leave room. When driving on wet roads, leave more room between your vehicle and the one in front of you. Again, this plays into stopping distance. Tailgating increases your risk of rear-ending a vehicle if you cannot stop in time on a wet roadway. · Stay alert. It can be easy to be lulled into compla-

cency while driving. But staying alert and conscious of every detail going on around you can reduce your risk of accident when driving in less than ideal conditions. · Skip cruise control. As a driver, you want to remain in control of acceleration and speed, rather than leaving it up to the cruise control system. If you begin to hydroplane on cruise control, the car may actually speed up. · Use your headlights. Headlights can light up the road in front of you, helping illuminate potential hazards. Lights on a car also make your vehicle more visible to others on the road. Always turn on the headlights in inclement weather. · Avoid jerky movements. Keep a steady pace and the vehicle in control. Jerking the wheel or accelerating and braking in a erratic fashion can cause the vehicle to spin out or skid on wet roads.

· Check your tires. Inspect your tires for tread wear and air pressure. Tires should be rotated as part of routine maintenance. Poorly performing tires are a significant safety risk. If you live in an area known for a lot of rain, invest in tires designed for wet road conditions. Don’t let wet weather get the best of you. Slow down, stay visible and be on the alert.

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bc classified.com Cards of Thanks ST.JUDE NOVENA May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St.Jude, Help of the Hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day, for nine days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St.Jude. CC

Coming Events Friendly reminder: Grand Forks Thrift Shop drop times are Tues-Sat, 9am-4pm. Please be considerate. Do not drop off items when we are closed. Please no unusable items: no furniture, electronics or parts. Thank you. Public Notice: A.A. meetings, Grand Forks Valley Group of Alcoholics Anonymous. MONDAY 8pm. (Closed Study) at Catholic Church Rectory. 7269 9th St.; WEDNESDAY (Men’s Closed) 8pm at Anglican Church rear basement, 7252 7th St; THURSDAY and SATURDAY (Open) 8pm also at Anglican Church. Ph: 250-4428907 or 250-442-8797.

Information CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment

Help Wanted

Information Boundary Community Hospice Association Compassionate end of life resources and support.

250-443-2162 -----------------------------Boundary Area Volunteer Driver Program. Transportation for medical appointments.

250-584-4618 DO YOU have a disability? Physical or mental. We can help you get up to $40,000 back from the Canadian Government. For details check out our website: disabilitygroupca nada.com or call us today TollFree 1-888-875-4787.

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Lost & Found FOUND: Set of keys 4 key & yellow tag at Lakeside Park near the concession Sunday Feb 22nd 250 352-1890

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Timeshare CANCEL YOUR Timeshare. No risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

If you see a wildﬁre, report it to

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Help Wanted Experienced Hair Stylist

Chair rental or Commission Headlines Hair Studio 250-442-0014

PT COOK & server. Apply in person after 2pm @Lil T’s Cafe, 2905 Hwy Dr., Trail.

Career Opportunities

DISTRICT OF HOUSTON Manager of Engineering & Operations The District of Houston is seeking a dynamic individual with proven combined management and technical skills, energy and creativity for the senior management position as the Manager of Engineering & Operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for those interested in a challenging and rewarding career in local government. Reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Manager of Engineering & Operations is responsible for coordinating, managing and monitoring the field activities of the outside work crew by providing direct technical support. Working directly with Consulting Engineers, Agencies, Organizations and Staff, the successful candidate will provide related engineering services to ensure proper operation of the utility while striving to improve productivity and efficiency. The successful candidate will possess the necessary skill set to provide preliminary layout, survey and GIS services using the ArcMap; AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey data collection and processing.

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Michael D. Glavin, Chief Administrative Officer District of Houston, PO Box 370, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0 Email: cao@houston.ca | Website: www.houston.ca

Interested applicants should forward a resume: nhorŬoīΛǀaaŐen͘ca OR by fax: 1-250-449-2907

Acceptable driver’s abstract and criminal record search to be provided to the District. The District of Houston thanks all applicants; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Help Wanted

Health Careers!

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Teck Metals Ltd, is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer. Electrical Engineers can expect a wide variety of assignments which will sustain/improve the safe and reliable operation of the Teck Trail Operations’ power distribution system, control systems, variable frequency drive installations, rectifier installations, harmonic filters, and hydro generation. Support functions will include design, project management, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and construction support. Responsibilities: · Industrial power system analysis, design, trouble shooting, and maintenance · Complete failure analysis and troubleshoot of electrical related failures · Project management of major maintenance and capital projects Application Process: Please submit application via: www.teck.com/careers. Posting will close on Wednesday, March 18, 2015.

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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

Terra Green Lawn Care LTD. A Best of Business Platinum Award winning business has two available openings for seasonal work. Terra Green requires one person to head up the Lawn Maintenance portion of our business and another as a Lawn application technician. Please refer to our website for further information or contact us. Please send resumes to: Jeff Papilion jeff@terragreen.ca

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Trades, Technical F/T - Millwright / Maintenance Person Princeton, B.C. You will work on the repair & upkeep of bucking mills post peelers and wheeled mobile equipment. Must have 10 years exp. including hydraulics, welding & minor electrical repairs. Will have the ability to work unsupervised, be able to problem solve and prioritize jobs. Competitive Compensation Package w/ Proﬁt Sharing! Email resume: elizabeth@pwppost.com or fax: (1)250-295-7912

Services

Financial Services 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

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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

Garden & Lawn “D&L Yard & Garden Care” Tractor tilling, hand tilling, yard cleanup, grass trimming, grass cutting, dump runs. Doug @ 250-442-2578 Special Price - Blue Spruce 2-ft to 12-ft tall. More info call 250-442-3878 / 250-442-7920. Spring clean up, weed eating, shrub trimming, lawn care, hauling. Quality work. 250-442-8163

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

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

For Sale By Owner

Duplex / 4 Plex

Dave’s Tree Services

Trail 2 BDRM, full Basement, nice view, off street parking, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P $850 month Call 250.365.5003

Feed & Hay

Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local We buy gold! Rings, chains, bracelets, etc. Cash paid by value (weight and karat). Even broken jewelry and scrap gold. Picture ID required. Grand Forks Pawnshop, 225 Central. 250-442-5552.

Grass hay, square bales, $5 per bale. 250-442-3348.

For Sale By Owner

Danger Trees? I can help. Anything chainsaw! experienced, free estimates, liability ins., prompt service. 250-442-5756 / 250-584-4689

Pets & Livestock

Firearms WANTED: RIFLES, shotguns, restricted weapons, reloading equipment, decoys or any other shooting related items. Fully licensed. Glen 250-428-6750

Food Products BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished Freezer Packages Available Quarters/Halves $4.50/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Ground Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston Yearling Lamb & kid goat, Grand Forks farm raised, government inspected, cut & wrap. $6.00lb. 250-442-2573

Free Items Grand Forks: used metal rooﬁng, about 1000sq ft. 250442-0957.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale 2 boxes(new) Depend Real Fit briefs(12). 1 open pkg Depend protective underwear (14 left). 1 open pkg Ten Protective underwear(11 left). All sq men size. 1 urinal. 250-442-8003. Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20’ & 40’ Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014 Birch table w/6 chairs, matching china cabinet, 30 yrs old, mint condition, $550/all. Oak bdrm suit, dresser w/mirror, armoire, 2 night tables, headboard, $400/obo. 250-5054275 Clean wool.

250-442-8479

Dog cage, steel wire, folding, 36x22x22, $35. Wadell chest waders, new, xlg, Hvy Neoprene, $70. 2-6 tonne Pro Lift Axle jacks, $30/both. 250-4420887.

Double Wide Mobile Home located in beautiful Kootenay Cove Mobile Home Park, 1440 sq’. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, Den, 6 appliances, open concept kitchen, living & dining room, full length covered deck & carport, underground watering, out buildings $164,9000 250 551-2049

Houses For Sale Christina Lake: 4 bdrm, 2 bath home (lower rental suite,1 bdrm+den), garage, shop & fenced yard. Close to beach, activities & school. $249,000. 250-505-4275

Commercial/ Industrial Commercial &/or Retail space in downtown area of Grand Forks 250-442-2276 / 250-442-6800

Glass Table w/6 upholstered,scotch-guarded chairs Like New. 72x42 $600 OBO 2504420908

Creston COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Maytag cloths dryer, $75. 5th wheel louvered tail gate, $50. 250-442-3653

Located DOWNTOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-428-5240

Queen size hide-a-bed, $300. Entertainment centre with record player, $200. 250-4433096. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. Water softener, new. Beer fridge. Chipper shredder. 250442-8437.

Misc. Wanted 1-20 Clean straw bales approx. 48”X18”. Max. $6.00 each. Phone 445-2163.

Property Management

Rentals

Grand Forks

2 bdrm mobile private setting $600 2 bdrm 2 bath mobile in MHP $700 available April 1st 2 bdrm mobile fenced yard $700 avail April 1st 3 bdrm home 5 appl’s $800 4 bdrm 2.5 bath family home $1100 Midway 2 bdrm house $600 TERM NEGOTIABLE ON PRIME INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL or OFFICE SPACE IN GRAND FORKS N/S, N/P, References. Ken: 250-442-2632 ken.dodds@yahoo.ca Grand Forks Realty Ltd.

Apt/Condo for Rent Bella Vista, Shavers Bench Townhomes. N/S, N/P. 2-3 bdrms. Phone 250-364-1822 Castlegar 2 Bdrm Apt 900 sq ft. F/S, D/W, laundry on site, grassed fenced yard one parking stall per apt. Clean bright and quiet. Ground level N/S, N/P $800/mth + utilities,250-365-5070 leave msg Ermalinda Estates, Glenmerry, spacious 1-2bdrms. Adults only. Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph.250-364-1922 E.TRAIL, 1&2bdrm. apts. F/S, W/D. Yard. 250-368-3239 Francesco Estates, Glenmerry,spacious 1-3bdrms. Adults only (45+). Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph. 250-3686761 Grand Forks: 2 bdrm apt., and 2 BR ground level basement suite. NP, NS, RR. 250-443-1599 / 250-442-2599 Grand Forks: 2bdrm apt., N/P, RR. 250-442-2276 / 250442-6800. TRAIL, 1BDRM. Apt, partially furn. $600./mo. util.incl. N/S 1pet negotiable. 778-456-4565 TRAIL, 2bd. apt. Friendly, quiet secure bldg. Heat incl. N/P, N/S. 250-368-5287 TRAIL, spacious 1&2bdrm. apartment. Adult building, perfect for seniors/ professionals. Cozy, clean, quiet, comfortable. Must See. Best kept secret downtown Trail. 250368-1312 WARFIELD, 1bdrm. condo. Laundry on site. Free parking. N/S, N/P. Available immediately. $550./mo. + electricity. 250-229-4149 W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. in 4-plex., enclosed parking. $600./mo. 250-551-1106

3600 sq.ft. of Retail Space

Duplex / 4 Plex FRUITVALE, 3bd., renovated, w/deck. $900. heat incl. F/S, N/S. Avail. Apr1 250-368-3384

Homes for Rent Christina Lake: 2bdm, 1 bath, 1000 sq ft, NP, NS, RR. $650 + utils. 250-666-0123 Grand Forks: Downtown, 4 bdrm home. Rent negotiable, avail immediate. 1-306-7138708. Greenwood 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 apply’s, fenced yard, sm greenhouse, sm garden shed, sm pet negotiable. $850/m + utiles. 604-951-0533. Shavers Bench! 3 Bedroom, full basement, F/S, N/S, N/P. $900/month. 250-364-1551 West Grand Forks: 1 bdrm Cottage, $575/m includes utils. 250-442-5204.

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TRAIL, 4b/r home, 1 reno’d bathrm, central A/C, f/s/w/d, ns,np, full bsmt, rv carport, nr Safeway, 1534 4th Ave. $1150. + util. 250-364-3978

Suites, Lower Attractive 1 bdrm suite $500 utils incl. N/S, N/P. RR. Suitable for 1 person. 250442-0057. Separate entrance

Townhouses GLENMERRY, Clean 3bd townhouse, covered parking, F/S, D/W, central air. NS. No Pets. $925./mo. Available immed. Ref.req. 250-367-9607 TRAIL, GLENMERRY Twnhse 3Bd., newer floor, windows, paint. $900. 1-250-551-1106

Want to Rent Casual employee, 29 yr old male req affordable housing in Nelson. Willing to share, or rent on own. Up to $500600/m. Quiet non-partier, clean & sober. Ref avail. Andy @ 352-9876 Nelson mature man seeks affordable rental in town or transit access. All options considered: self contained unit or shared situation up to $425/m. Ref avail. LM Ken 352-6200 or 352-9876

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Life gets better and better as the week goes on, Taurus. Expect a few obstacles, but remember there’s nothing you cannot tackle, especially when you get some help.

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A situation arises at work that evokes strong emotions among your coworkers. Stay neutral on the issue until you have had enough time to gather more information.

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LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 A rush of adrenaline this week will help you sail through any projects that need completion, Leo. Take a break every now and then so you don’t burn out.

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Sagittarius, try not to over-think things this week. Sometimes the simplest solution to a problem is the best solution. Keep this in mind at the office.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You yearn for privacy this week, Aquarius. Make the most of any opportunity to seek out a quiet corner and spend some time deep in reflection and thought.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Chores are completely unappealing this week, Pisces. But they must get done one way or another. Delegate some tasks.

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Place names

Duncan post office was renamed Howser Greg Nesteroff West Kootenay Advertiser

Eighty-ninth in an alphabetical series on West Kootenay/ Boundary place names Last week we began looking at the origins of Howser, one of the most puzzling and convoluted local place names. We got as far as April 23, 1900 when W.D. Mackay surveyed a new townsite on Lot 528 for William Simpson and Shirley Keeling, previously known as Duncan City. This time they called it Hauser. The streets were Spokane, Nelson, Kaslo, Denver, Slocan, Lardo, Duncan, Water, Simpson, Shirley, Keeling, Sandon, Hall, Reno, Abbey, Ward, Forbes, Nagle, and Wallace. The lone avenue was called Hauser, as was the lake shown on the map. Why was this spelling used instead of the far more common Howser? Paul and Marion Howser of Reigate, Surrey, England have given this a lot of thought during a more than 30-year search for answers. Their best guess is that it was to help secure the terminus for the Great Northern Railway’s Kaslo and LardoDuncan line — the townsite

plan shows the proposed railway passing through the town. However, it was never built. The Great Northern was familiar with the spelling Hauser because it had a station at Hauser Junction in northern Idaho (which we’ll discuss further in the next installment). Simpson and Keeling used the spelling Hauser despite the fact the post office had been renamed Howser only four months earlier. The postal application, submitted in June 1899, was under the name Duncan. It was approved and opened on Sept. 1 of that year, but William Simpson, originally proposed as postmaster, was passed over in favor of W.V. Bradshaw. The postmaster general soon complained “that inconvenience has been caused by the similarity of the name of the Duncan post office, recently established … to that of the Duncan’s Station post office.” The Nelson Tribune of March 12, 1900 commented: “It seems that the post office officials can’t see the difference between Duncans on Vancouver Island and Duncan City up the lake. Sometimes the letters to the island place come up here and vice

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This letter was postmarked at Howser in 1937. The post office actually opened as Duncan in 1899, but was soon renamed because mail was being missent to Vancouver Island. versa. So the official name of told the Geographic Survey of the little lake town is hereafter Canada the original spelling to be Howser.” was Hauser and that when the The change took effect Jan. post office’s name changed from 1, 1900. Duncan, “the then postmasIn an interview published in ter in writing the department Where the Lardeau River Flows, spelled it Howser, so it remains resident Billy Clark exagger- to this day.” ated a bit when he said: “Our The evidence, however, is post office was Duncan Lake that the name had been widely and all the mail used to go to spelled Howser, including on Duncan on Vancouver Island Simpson’s own survey plan for so they changed it to Hauser Lot 528, completed 13 years and then all our mail went to earlier. Bowser. And we got it changed The post office moved in to Howser which is the name 1966 prior to completion of today and now it goes to Fernie the Duncan dam, which flooded and all over the country.” much of the original townsite. It In 1905, William Simpson, closed in 1969. who took over as postmaster Next: Who was Howser’s a year after the office opened, namesake?

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