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Accused convicted of murder By Barry Kerton
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A former Barrhead resident has been found guilty of murder in the death of a Salmon Arm man. A jury found Norman John Jerrett, 48, guilty of second-degree murder of Valentine Degenhardt on Thursday, March 5 at Court of Queens Bench in Edmonton after acquitting him on the more serious charge of first-degree murder. On July 19, 2013, Degenhardt was reported missing when he failed to contact his wife after visiting family and friends in Barrhead. Hikers came across Degenhardt’s Jeep about 200 kilometres northwest of Edmonton, off Highway 32 between Whitecourt and Swan Hills in early November of 2013. Police then conducted a thorough ground search of the area, aided by information from the hikers and interviews from other people of interest, as well as human remains discovered, which the medical examiner identified as Degenhardt. Although Degenhardt was a Salmon Arm resident, he spent a lot of time travelling between his home and a rental property he had in Morinville, and he often stopped in Barrhead. It was during one of these stops in Barrhead in July 2013 that Crown prosecutor Greg Gudelot alleges the murder took place. Jerrett testified that he shot Degenhardt in selfdefence after being woken up by his dog and finding a masked man with a hammer in his home. His testimony differed from the Crown’s version of events. The Crown alleged that Jerrett shot Degenhardt with a 9-mm handgun which he purchased illegally from another drug dealer. Gudelot said Jerrett then broke into Degenhardt’s Morinville rental home to steal thousands of dollars worth of drugs. In his testimony, Jerrett admitted he did steal drugs from Degenhardt’s property, but it was a last-minute attempt to stage a break-in. Jerrett was also found guilty of interference with a body, break and enter and theft, possession of a prohibited firearm without a licence and four counts of possession of controlled drugs for trafficking. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24.
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Lucy Gilfillan, right, leads Xyla Joy, Joshua Gilfillan, Aurelia Wilson and Sabrina Wilson, her ‘baby birds,’ to their nest during Runaway Moon Day at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery on Saturday, March 14. Runaway Moon Day gave families a chance to create art with artist Cathy Stubington.
Crash claims woman’s life
Trans-Canada Highway: Police investigate cause of fatal collision.
By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
A woman died in a three-vehicle collision on the Trans-Canada Highway just east of Sorrento Monday. Police report that the woman, a 55-year-old Sorrento resident, was fatally injured upon impact when one of two trucks in the crash collided with her small car. A man driving one
of the trucks suffered minor injuries. The crash took place about 1:30 p.m. near the intersection of Hilltop Road and the highway. The Trans-Canada was partially closed for several hours while RCMP investigated the cause of the crash. The name of the deceased is being withheld until family are notified.
This week A mudslide took out a barn along Grandview Bench Road on Saturday. Details on A2. Members of the Salmon Arm Ice Breakers finish their season in style. See results on A15.
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Aftermath: Two of the three vehicles involved in a collision on the Trans-Canada Highway on Monday, March 16.
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By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Grandview Bench Road resident Kari Wilkinson heard her dogs barking around 6:30 p.m. Saturday. She looked out of the window to see parts of the family barn and contents floating down the road. A non-permitted, man-made pond above the Wilkinson property had breached its banks and, in less than 10 minutes, carried away the 30- by 50-foot storage facility they call the barn, a 1,000-litre water tank, three snowmobiles, a quad and more. The March 14 event also destroyed a well. About a kilometre away, a couple sitting in their hot tub heard what sounded like strong wind, yet nearby tree branches were still. Farther up the hill, however, trees were moving. “They (snowmobiles) are wrapped around trees, with big 30-ft. timbers and 50-ft. trees ramming everything down,” she says of the power of the flow that carried the snowmobiles and other equipment away. “I’m just thankful nobody was on the road; I don’t know that they would have survived it.” Wilkinson, whose property is located between the Grand-
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neighbours are for.’” Another neighbour, Mark Lindgren, showed up with his tractor to help move debris. Now the family waits, unsure of whether or not they’re insured. “If it was an act of God, we would have no coverage, but the fact it was a man-made non-permitted dam, we might be covered,” she says. The local manager for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure had viewed the damage but was awaiting word from the provincial dam safety officer with the Ministry of Environment Monday morning. Wilkinson says he has since declared the slide to be “100 per cent the fault of the unengineered dam.”
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A passenger on a houseboat struck headon by a speedboat after Canada Day fireworks in 2010 testified the man now on trial cradled the head of a dying Ken Brown as they waited for emergency help. Lubomir Vitanov was a passenger on Ken Brown’s houseboat when it was struck by a speedboat the Crown alleges was recklessly piloted by Leon Reinbrecht. Brown died as a result of injuries suffered in the crash. Reinbrecht is on trial in B.C. Supreme Court for criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. “I saw Mr. Leon [Reinbrecht] holding his [Brown’s] head,” testified Vitanov. “Leon had his head down. I saw a few tears drop. He said ‘somebody better come because this man doesn’t have long to live.’” By that time, Brown looked in poor condition, said Vitanov, who testified to earlier sharing a marijuana joint with his friend. Brown also had one Caesar alcoholic drink before getting on the water that evening, Vitanov said. He declined another drink onboard. Vitanov said he was in the houseboat’s washroom at the time of the crash. The speedboat came to a stop fully inside Brown’s houseboat. The houseboat passenger said Brown came to rest inside the speedboat after the collision. His first view of Reinbrecht was seeing
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been with a group of people watching postCanada Day fireworks. The fireworks ended at 11 p.m., after which Reinbrecht dropped off three passengers on the shore. Reinbrecht, his son and his son’s girlfriend then went back out on the water, Flanagan said, travelling back and forth. Earlier witnesses said a speedboat on the lake was cutting doughnuts and travelling at excessive speed in the pitch black of night in the minutes before the collision. The collision between the two boats took place at about 11:15 p.m., creating what witnesses described as a chaotic scene. A number of people onboard were injured. The trial continues this month. The Crown is expected to call 50 witnesses.
Leon had his head down. I saw a few tears drop. He said ‘somebody better come because this man doesn’t have long to live.
Lubomir Vitanov CRASH WITNESS Vitanov also said a man he identified as Reinbrecht’s son exclaimed “what just happened?” while a woman on board was crying. In his opening address, prosecutor Neil Flanagan said the Crown will attempt to prove Reinbrecht had
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Next move Bastion Elementary’s Eric Moore carefully considers his move against Highland Park’s Cassidy Munro in round three of the School District #83 chess tournament held Wednesday, March 11 at North Canoe Elementary.
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“Backyard Cleanup” burning is governed by The City of Salmon Arm Burning Bylaw and is permitted March 15th to April 15th and October 1st to 30th. Properties must be more than .99 acres in size in designated areas. A permit may be purchased at City Hall or at the Fire Department at a cost of $10.00. Campfires also require a permit, the fee is $10.00 and they are valid for the current year in which they are issued. The very early dry conditions we are experiencing has increased the risk of wildfire. The Salmon Arm Fire Dept. urges everyone to be cautious with any open burning. Anyone wishing to light an open fire must pay attention to changing weather conditions and follow all burning regulations in order to reduce the number of preventable wildfires. For more information about outdoor burning please call the Salmon Arm Fire Department at 250-803-4060
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Truck bypass explored By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
While the idea of a highway bypass of Salmon Arm has never taken hold, a new, improved version is now being touted – albeit one that isn’t being embraced by the province. Jim Kimmerly, president of the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce, says in conversations with officials from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the idea of a bypass came up – but was quickly retracted. However, that led to talk of a truck bypass for transport trucks. Kimmerly notes that with 1,500 large trucks going through town each day, each having to go through eight traffic lights from Highway 97B to Walmart, it’s neither an efficient nor safe route. Stu Bradford of the Barley Station Brew Pub, who gets a frontrow view of the route, agrees. “I think we’d all like to see something like that,” he says of a truck bypass. “They
fly through here with no regard for safety at all… Every day we see trucks running a red light, no regard for speed – these trucks are carrying dangerous cargo.” He said he thinks exploring a bypass would be a good process to go through, particularly at this time. In talking with the highways department about a truck bypass, Kimmerly said “it wasn’t something that was rejected. They said it’s something that could be reviewed again at a later date.” The official word, however, isn’t so positive. An email response to the Observer from the ministry includes these points: • A bypass of Salmon Arm is not being considered at this time. • The ministry’s current focus is on improving the existing highway to connect communities rather than bypass them. • Truck bypasses are not normally considered because volumes are typically not high
enough to warrant a separate roadway for a relatively small component of the total traffic volume. While that isn’t a resounding endorsement, Kimmerly responded: “It’s exactly what I expected from the ministry of highways, but that won’t stop the chamber from pursuing a bypass, because it’s a major safety concern to Salmon Arm.” Kimmerly said ideas that have been considered for a potential route include starting where Highway 97 meets the TransCanada Highway, near the former Fas Gas, heading off past the industrial park, around the mountain back to Silver Creek and back onto the highway. Kimmerly thinks a truck bypass would be welcomed by most people, as it wouldn’t re-route tourists and visitors coming through town – and the town doesn’t get a lot of benefit from the travelling transport trucks. “It’s a long-term project to get into play, but it needs to start
somewhere. We’ll keep bringing it forward as time goes on. It’s unfortunate this wasn’t looked at a long time ago…” As for next steps, Kimmerly said the city’s visioning committee is working on it and will be following up with Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo. “We’ll keep it in the forefront and one day perhaps we will see this become a reality.”
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Better at ease when outdoors Sitting in a windowless office, the fluorescent light glares down, competing only with the glowing pixels of the computer screen. Spending some winter days arriving and leaving the office in the dark, other times not knowing what the weather is like outside. Emerging from the building, blinking like a mole in the too bright sunlight. Sometimes realizing after your work day that the closest you got to fresh air and the natural world was the beach-scene screen saver on your computer. And at the same time, trying to be creative, energized and engaged with the community. I thought about this as I listened to Geoff Styles and Ceren Caner speak at last week’s school board meeting about their outdoor education initiatives. “You know you’ll feel better if you go for a walk outside,” Caner told the assembled crowd, which advantageously for him included more than 80 people in attendance largely due to the proposed changes to the district’s schools. The pair quoted research and anecdotal observations of how outdoor learning enhances education for all students, although the calming and focusing effects can be particularly dramatic in students like those with ADHD or other special needs. “You get these kids outside and your see them calm down, you can see how it helps make learning happen. The pair were not talking about P/E class, where the kids just get a chance to play, but in using the outdoors to teach curriculum-based learning topics like math, science, art or writing. I’ve seen what they mean in my own children. If I want to discuss a difficult subject with my daughter, the best place to do it is while walking on the trails at Little Mountain Park. She’s calmer, I’m calmer and the forest seems to give us both a greater sense of perspective. We are both more open to listening and learning from one another. Caner and Styles have been involved in the creation of the Shuswap Outdoor Learning Foundation, whose mission is creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all ages that enable personal growth, while inspiring wonder and a deeper connection to the natural world. This connection, of course, is critical for instilling a desire to protect our natural world, rather than degrade it. If we learn to love our area and its natural beauty, we are going to be a lot less likely to want to witness its destruction or deterioration. Clarity, creativity, perspective – things that seems to be a lot easier to lose when trapped in desk in a cubicle or a stuffy room with artificial light. Sometimes I do feel like I suffer from a nature deficit. And I know I’m not alone. We could all do with a little more of the outdoors in our daily lives –even if it is just over the lunch hour. So excuse me, I’ve got to go take a walk around McGuire Lake.
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n the spirit of a regular segment on the comedy news show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, we have to ask why open burning is still a thing? As evidenced by the thick grey plumes, stagnant low-lying clouds and the accompanying odour, burning season is upon us once again – that time of year when people can purify their lands with God-given fire. Disposal by fire is cheap, quick and OK for the environment, well, in the sense that it cuts back on carbon emissions from trucking such waste to the landfill, where it can be separated for reuse in things like compost and biomass fuel. But wait. According to a B.C. Ministry of Environment policy paper, not only does open burning
contribute to global warming, it can also have a potentially nasty impact on human health. The resulting particulate is associated with an array of health problems, from runny nose and coughing to bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, pneumonia and heart disease. It can also contribute to premature death. The province, however, doesn’t prohibit open burning. Instead, it’s regulated by type, size, location, venting (wind conditions), etc. That might be useful if smoke/particulate were contained to the property of the open-burn permit holder – instead of spreading for kilometres, as it can and typically does, giving everyone in the area an opportunity to breathe it in, whether they want it or not.
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The Observer asked: Should the minimum wage be raised in B.C.?
Robin Belado “Yes, because it’s almost impossible to make it with minimum wage now.”
Wyatt Sewell “People that work 40 hours a week should be able to pay for more than just food or rent.”
Madeline McMillan “Yes. You can’t afford to live off of minimum wage.”
Richard Barry “Yeah, everything is so expensive, it would be nice if it were raised.”
Nicole Janzen “The cost of living is very expensive in B.C. The minimum wage should reflect that.”
School closures not A small price for water quality necessarily negative School closings or consolidations are not new phenomena. Probably the largest number of school closures in this school district occurred in the early ’50s when all the schools in the South Shuswap were closed an consolidated into one school at Carlin in one year. Schools at Sorrento, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay, Balmoral, White Lake, Tappen and Sunnybrae were all closed and the students were then bussed to a central location at Carlin Consolidated School. Notch Hill followed a few years later. As a student at the time, we all enjoyed a new experience and the bus ride. Sometimes the bus ride was up to an hour long. In those days, all the roads were dirt with very little gravel and quite often a lot of mud. Since then, the infrastructure has
improved immensely creating a safer, shorter time and more comfortable ride for students. As a student, our learning experience was vastly improved. Instead of having 30 students from Grade 1 to Grade 8 in one classroom with one teacher, we now had one grade of students in each of eight separate classrooms. This allowed a dedicated teacher for each grade, which allowed for an improved learning experience. The consolidation allowed us to mingle with a larger number of students in our own age group. Not one of these small communities declined or suffered from this transition. In fact, all of these communities have grown and are thriving. Times change and communities evolve with change. Doug Hlina
Bill C-51 contrary to democracy I do not support any aspect of Bill C-51. Our Charter of Rights should never, ever be changed! And trying to push it through without the public’s feedback is shameful.
Privacy and freedom are things that should not be given away, ever. I do not want to live in a country that functions against those principles. Monica Hardy
Where’s the real balance in B.C.? I am sure that Christy Clark is very happy to present us with a balanced budget. Of course she doesn’t indicate what cuts had to be made in order to achieve this result. Perhaps she can indicate to me how I am able to balance my walking with only one usable leg. The other is crippled by arthritis. The surgeon has indicated to me it will be a year before my knee can be replaced so this means a year of constant pain and an inability to walk without
a cane. I challenge her to try and walk with a cane and try to keep her balance. I wouldn’t mind if she wasn’t so cocky about the budget being balanced. When she made her trip to India, she should have taken me along as I understand my leg could have been fixed there with very little waiting time. Actually her air trip could have paid for the operation anywhere but Canada. Judy Vandergucht
An open letter to municipal politicians: Scientific analysis from three years of SLIPP water quality monitoring confirmed that our Shuswap water quality is gradually deteriorating. Some areas are still good, but some are getting worse. Fortunately most local political leaders recognized that something must be done. They formed the “Shuswap Watershed Council” (SWC) to develop a watershedwide organization dedicated to water quality protection, minimize pollution impacts and prevent new sources. A feasibility study with public input was completed, and agreement was reached on details such as structure and governance. The watershed organization will in-
clude political and scientific/ technical representation from municipalities, regional districts, Shuswap nations, government agencies and public advisory groups. We all share equally in the benefits of clean, healthy rivers and lakes that impact our health, environment, lifestyle and economy. We should all also share equally in its funding. It was agreed by the SWC that a property parcel tax of $7/year would be required and would be the most equitable funding method. The proposed funding method would be a minor cost to each property owner for such an important issue. There are now concerns that some politicians are reluctant to have their communities pay their
fair share of funding. Funding support is critical for SWC to succeed. We believe most residents agree that the equivalent cost of a few cups of coffee is a small price for protecting our water quality. This was verified when public water quality groups conducted a survey throughout the watershed asking residents if they would pay $10 per residence per year for a Watershed Protection Program. Responses from residents in all the communities in the watershed were between 88 and 96 per cent in favour. We urge all politicians to support this important initiative by helping to finalize the joint funding agreement. Dale Kerr, on behalf of Shuswap Water Action Team directors
Everyone benefits from a healthy watershed We cannot afford to go backwards. The current debate within local governments about how to fund the ongoing work of the Shuswap Watershed Council is almost too painful to observe. So much good work has been done, particularly the latest report that looks at farming practices; it would be absurd to lose the council now because our local politicians cannot agree on where the funding should come from. The new report outlines a work plan that will lead to improvements, but the council needs continued commitment, collaboration and
secure funding. Every local politician should be at least required to read the executive summary of Agricultural Nutrient Management in the Shuswap Watershed for Maintaining and improving Water Quality: Literature Review and Nutrient Management Strategies. Finally, there is a report that analyzes these problems by going into detail about how phosphorus enters watersheds from agricultural operations and describes the mitigation strategies needed to reduce nutrient loading and thus help improve and protect water quality.
Local politicians need to understand that every resident in the Shuswap benefits from a healthy watershed and thus shares in the responsibility to keep it healthy. Political boundaries need to be put aside in the debate, as the truly equitable funding model would be for each property owner to pay a small yearly tax. And no doubt, most residents would support the cost of a few cups of coffee to pay for protecting the basis of our economy and our well-being – a healthy watershed. Jim Cooperman
Appreciation for the region’s medical system In February I had an accident with my snow blower. What happened or how, does not matter. I really don’t remember how anyway. I cannot be more impressed with the staff at the Salmon Arm and Kelowna emergency departments. They all went out of their way to assist and provide me with
the best of care. The incident happened at noon and by 7:30 p.m. I had gone through two emergency departments, had the operation, plus travelled from Salmon Arm to Kelowna. The speed all this was done is amazing. The next morning in Kelowna I had the dressing changed in-and-out in about 30 minutes. I am very impressed.
I wish I could remember all the people’s names but, I can point out the effectiveness of Ron Ganert and his contribution to the efficiency of the situation and the care of my family. People – the system works, in my opinion. John Seddon
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An election of officers took place at the annual meeting of Salmon Arm Co-operative Creamery Association held in the institute hall. Mrs. R.J. Skelton, creamery manager, spoke on pasteurization and laid particular emphasis on the importance of clean milk being delivered to the plant. The main floor of the Bank of Hamilton building was being renovated to accommodate the officers of the district municipality and the provincial public works department.
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Preparation: Kenna-Rae Stockbruegger, left, with siblings
Brooklynn and Cole, and mom Michelle visited Boston Pizza for dinner, gifts and a sneak peek at their Disney trip plans. By Martha Wickett
1935
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The city public school was closed for a week when it was learned one of the pupils had scarlet fever. All children were to keep to their own yards, and were not allowed to attend Sunday School or public entertainments. Dorothy and Elsie Buchan received Pitman’s shorthand certificates from St. Anne’s Academy.
1945
R.L. Howard was appointed chairman of the Annual Red Cross campaign for funds in Salmon Arm and District. Salmon Arm’s quota was $2,500. Mayor R.J. Skelton’s rink won the Legion Cup in the Salmon Arm Curling Club’s competition. Other members of the winning rink were Rex Lingford, Don Campbell and R.G. O’Neill.
1955
Loans totalling $30,762 were made by Salmon Arm Credit Union to its members during 1954. The number of loans approved was 110. For the second year in succession, Salmon Arm high school debaters were to meet Oliver high school teams in the 1955 final for the Leonard Perry Wade Memorial Debating trophy. Salmon Arm debaters were Joan Fladmark, Don Munro, Gloria Landers and Ken McManus.
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Kindness and generosity are cushioning the hard reality of being parent to a child with a serious health condition. In October 2013, Kenna-Rae Stockbruegger, then 14, went for an eye exam because she was having trouble seeing. That spring, she was diagnosed with a rare craniopharyngioma, a brain tumour that was determined to be benign. However, it and an accompanying cyst were pinching her optic nerve. Because doctors didn’t want to damage Kenna-Rae’s brain by using standard radiation, she was sent to Boston, Massachusetts where proton radiation, with pinpoint accuracy, could be administered. The Salmon Arm community rallied, raising money so Kenna-Rae and her mom Michelle could go for the eight-week treatment, leaving behind Michelle’s spouse Todd, who works out of town, her son Cole and her younger daughter Brooklynn. Michelle was overwhelmed by the generosity. And it hasn’t stopped. She tells the story of their air journey to Boston in July last year. As Michelle and Kenna-Rae went through customs and on to their boarding gate, a man came up to them. He told her that he was behind her in the line, had overheard her talking about Kenna-Rae, and her story had touched his heart. He then handed her a US$100 bill – and would not let her return it. He told them to have dinner on him in Boston. Then, not only did he help them pick up
their baggage, he helped them get a taxi. While they were in Boston, a member of Kenna-Rae’s treatment team told Michelle that Kenna-Rae qualifies for a wish from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Michelle had thought the foundation only helps those who are terminally ill, but she learned it is also for young people who have life-threatening illnesses. “I never thought of it that way, that Kenna-Rae’s tumour was life-threatening, but maybe I didn’t want to think of that way,” says Michelle. They didn’t act on the offer in Boston but, back home, the foundation contacted them again. After much thought, Kenna-Rae chose a trip to Disney World. She, her parents and her two siblings left on Monday for Florida, where they were to stay nearby in the Give Kids the World village, what’s described as a 70-acre, nonprofit ‘storybook’ resort, where children with life-threatening illnesses and their families are treated to fantasy vacations. Last week, Michelle and her three children went to Boston Pizza in Salmon Arm, where they were to meet their representative from the Make a Wish Foundation, Anita Ashton, who had moved recently from Vancouver to Kamloops. When they arrived, the restaurant manager offered to pay for Kenna-Rae’s meal. Along with bringing balloons, gifts for Kenna-Rae – including a digital camera, money and souvenirs for the family, Ashton had planned to pay for everyone’s meals.
Michelle was fighting tears all evening over the generosity but, as they were collecting their bill, both she and Ashton were flabbergasted. Two women who had been sitting next to them had paid for their table before they left – making sure staff wouldn’t tell until after the women were gone. “I was overwhelmed by all that had happened. It was icing on the cake when the two women paid for our meal,” Michelle says, adding she wishes she could thank them. Ashton wasn’t used to such treatment, Michelle notes, perhaps because she had just moved from a large city. “She was quite impressed with the generosity. I said, ‘Welcome to Salmon Arm. This community raised money for us so we could go to Boston and not have to stress about money.’” Michelle says her family is about halfway through the journey with the illness. Kenna-Rae’s eyesight returned with the shrinking of the cyst and tumour. Their specialist had never seen “anyone that bad come back that good,” says Michelle. In April they return to Vancouver for a meeting with all the specialists on their team, where they’ll decide on next steps. At some point Kenna-Rae may have to undergo brain surgery or it might be possible to leave the shrunken tumour where it is. In the meantime, as the family prepared to leave for Florida, Michelle reiterated how thrilled Kenna-Rae is about her trip to Disney World. “She’s excited – she’s over the moon.”
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Residents of Silver Creek are banding together in an effort to prevent the closure of Silver Creek Elementary in September. With the school board’s decision to proceed with a 60-day consultation process on the topic, the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is rallying residents to join the effort. “It’s not just about the school closing, but also the impact it will have on the larger community of Silver Creek,” says Amanda Crawford, Silver Creek PAC president. “If we have no school, we could start to lose other services, the library, and property values will drop, which impacts everyone.” The extended travel time to bus students into other school is also worrying for parents. The school district will also be conducting a busing impact review to consider redistribution of students to Hillcrest or South Broadview as part of the process. “They are going to lose kids from the district if they want to put our kids on the bus for hours. People will home school instead,” says Crawford. The PAC, along with other parents and teachers, already initiated a process to have the school district consider converting Silver Creek to a Montessori educational model and have gathered 20 additional students expressing an ‘intent to register’ in the
program for 2015. “We are still moving ahead with Montessori, and I’d love to see that go through,” said Crawford. Proponents of the popular Montessori model say Silver Creek Elementary would be a great fit because many current educational practices at the school already fit with Montessori educational philosophies. In Montessori, classes include blended-age groups of three grade levels as a learning opportunity. There is a focus on restitution and self regulation in the schools, something which has already been a focus of the staff at Silver Creek, who have had specialized training in those areas. Montessori also has an emphasis on learning in outdoor, natural environments, which complements Silver Creek’s rural setting, that includes a wooded area with a creek on school grounds. At the February board meeting, however, it was noted it may be difficult to add programs when budgets in the school district are so tight. A report to the board indicated start-up material costs of $20,000 per year for six years, plus $3,000 in teacher training costs. Noah Ralston, a driving force behind the Montessori initiative, counters some of the school district’s report on Montessori education. “For some of the start-up costs, you don’t
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Consultation: The school district will be considering the school closure, busing options and a Montessori model at the April 9 public meeting. need the full-dream package. We know we can do it for less,” he says, noting that the PAC is also committed to pay for any start-up costs, so there won’t be a financial impact to the school district. The PAC is a prolific fundraiser, having raised an average of $11,000 per year for the last five years. “We are fully willing to pay for the transition, it’s more about whether the school district is willing to let that happen.” Ralston says the school would also not need to be a dual-track education model, as with French Immersion, because the set schedule at a traditional school doesn’t mesh with the Montessori philosophy. He says the transition process would not cause significant issues. “The school district is not realizing how close to Montessori Silver Creek already is, so the
transition would not be extreme, even for the students in the higher grades.” A public meeting on the proposed closure of Silver Creek Elementary will be held at the school on Thursday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting is open to everyone.
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School district faces $1.8 million cut By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF
The financial picture for School District #83 prompted school board chair Bobbi Johnson to wear black – as though she were in mourning – to the school board meeting. “I thought a few years ago we had cut everything we could cut. Now we are going places trustees do not want to go,” she said. Sterling Olson, secretary-treasurer, told the board at the March 10 meeting the school district is facing an operating deficit of $1.8 million from last year. This includes the
projected enrolment decline of 137 students, as well as the government announcement of a reduction in funding for school district administrative costs. For school district #83 that translates into a reduction of $685,000 over the next two years. As well, no additional funding is coming from the government to cover increases in MSP payments or BC Hydro rate increases. “It is a very challenging picture and it looks like we have a number of years of financial challenges ahead of us,” said Olson, who noted enrolment is projected to continue to
decline by more than 60 students each year for the next two years. This will mean continued cutbacks to the
Johnson says the upcoming budget discussions will consider every line item in the budget, “no matter how
I thought a few years ago we had cut everything we could cut. Now we are going places trustees do not want to go.
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budget unless there are changes to government policy to inject more funds into the educational system.
small.” She noted last year the budget cuts impacted services like family life teaching and li-
Changes considered for September As part of an effort to balance the budget, the school district initiated a long-term facilities report with a view to reorganizing schools to be both more fiscally efficient and educationally sound. The 10-year plan focuses on the budget impacts of meeting the needs of 5,500 students, down from 8,000 a decade ago.
The five options under consideration by the school board for the September 2015 school year include: • The closure of Silver Creek Elementary. The report indicates the school district will review redistributing the Silver Creek elementary students to either Hillcrest or South Broadview Elementary, while the middle
school-aged students would attend Shuswap Middle School; • Convert Parkview Elementary in Sicamous from a K-7 to K-5 school, close a “significant portion” of Parkview Elementary and create a Grade 6-8 “middle school within a school” program using existing space at Eagle River Secondary; • Convert Ranchero
Elementary from a K-7 to a K-5 school and transfer the Grade 6 and 7 students to Shuswap Middle School; • Convert North Shuswap Elementary from a K-7 to K-8 school; • Convert Falkland Elementary from a K-7 to K-8 school. Other longer-term recommendations will be reviewed at a later date.
District adds one minute to school day It’s a late start and an early end for the 20152016 school year, but the school district has managed to squeeze in the required instructional time. At the board meeting, trustees approved a calendar which will see the first day of school
on Sept. 8, the first day after Labour Day, and the last day on Friday, June 24. Schools cannot run longer into June because of wording in the teachers’ contract which states the last Friday in June must be the last school day.
A usual five-day school closure for spring break has been reduced to a three-day closure, although the two-week spring break will remain, due to the dates coinciding with the Easter holiday. Spring break will run from March 21 until
re-opening on April 4. Winter break will run from Dec. 21 to Jan. 4. In addition, elementary schools will have one minute added to their day to ensure they meet the minimum minutes of instructional time set out by the Ministry of Education.
brary services – things which directly impacted student learning. “This year, the cuts are going to have to go even deeper,” she said. The budget process will continue with the plan, coming to the table for approval on May 12, with final adoption set for June 9.
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Rescue: Firefighters were called out on March 11 to help a 12-year-old girl, who fell through the ice on a pond near Shuswap Middle School. The girl sustained minor injuries.
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Several years of being ready paid off last Wednesday when the Salmon Arm Fire Department was called to its first reallife ice rescue. A 12-year-old girl fell through the ice in a small pond at 171 30 St. SE, just south of Shuswap Middle School.
The fire department was dispatched at 5:09 p.m. March 11 and, on arrival at the scene, discovered the youngster had managed to get herself up onto a large section of ice. “She was conscious but appeared to have a lower leg or ankle injury,” says fire chief Brad Shirley, who notes ice rescue training was added to the fire department seven years ago.
Team members were able to retrieve the girl from the ice and place her in the care of BC Ambulance. While there was no further word on her condition, Shirley says her injuries were not life threatening. “We’re certainly very proud of the response as the team performed remarkably well,” said Shirley.
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Opposition to Ottawa’s anti-terrorism legislation hit the streets of Vernon Saturday. About 200 people protested against Bill C-51 at OkanaganShuswap MP Colin Mayes’ office. “To have this many people turn out on a Saturday afternoon shows how important this issue is to Canadians,” said Jacqui Gingras, NDP candidate and event organizer. While protesters claim the legislation will prevent legitimate demonstrations from occurring, Mayes insists that’s not the case. “It specifically says in the act that protesting is a freedom we enjoy and there is no attempt by the government to marginalize that,” he said. Gingras was among a number of speakers Saturday, including Green candidate Dave Smith.
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“Never have we, in this country, faced a government so reckless with our rights and so cynical in their attempt to stoke fear and hysteria,” said Gingras. “The Conservatives want us to believe that we have to choose between our freedoms and our safety. That is a false choice.” Mayes accuses the opposition parties of using the issue of public safety for political purposes. “The RCMP and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service need the ability to stop radicalization,” he said, referring to the attacks in Ontario and Quebec last fall that claimed the life of two soldiers. Gingras anticipates concern about Bill C-51 will continue to grow. “As more and more people are brought to an understanding of how regressive this legislation is, we’ll have more and more Canadians in SHERRY KAUFMAN
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Initiative: Mike Caley, who is visually impaired, signs a petition for more bus routes he plans to circulate with help from Rachael Runge from the North Okanagan-Shuswap Brain Injury Society. Caley doesn’t mince words when he talks about the routes within and around Salmon Arm. “The buses in town suck… They don’t run often enough and they don’t run very late. People who work at Walmart – it closes at 10 and the bus stops at six or so. Say you had a job at Walmart and need to get home when it closes...” He points out that What we’re trying to do is get more buses running in Salmon Arm – to run later because they shut down too early for the community.
dependence. “What we’re trying to do is get more buses running in Salmon Arm – to run later because they shut down too early for the community.” Farther afield, Caley would like to see, optimally, three buses a day running between Vernon and Salmon Arm because many specialists, for instance, are located there. He’d also like to see buses run out to Tappen or Sorrento, perhaps to an exchange, and also to Enderby or Chase. According to its website, BC Transit works in partnership with 59 local governments, in-
cluding Salmon Arm’s. Regional transit system service levels and budgets are approved each year by local government, which also set fares and local property taxes to pay their contribution of transit costs. Mayor Nancy Cooper said the city is coming up for a BC Transit review and staff are looking into when that will happen. “Once we see the results of the transit review,” she said, “council will have the opportunity to decide on whether or not to make changes to bus service levels.”
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Mike Caley knows what independence feels like. Independence feels like easily accessible, frequently available, widely routed transit. Caley is visually impaired. Since coming to Salmon Arm, where he is attending Okanagan College, he must rely on family to drive him from place to place. When he lived in New Westminster, it was a different story. There, buses and SkyTrain allowed him to work at the PNE in Vancouver for more than 10 years, making his way to and from the site on his own. While he doesn’t expect to see a version of SkyTrain in Salmon Arm in the near future, he knows that not being able to travel on transit is far more than an inconvenience. There needs to be increased scheduling. He points to all the people who either aren’t physically able or can’t afford to drive a vehicle. Not only does transit make getting around possible and affordable, it’s better for the environment. “It would be nice if the elders could hop on the bus and get to where they want to go… And we have the younger generation… What transit does is, less vehicles on the road, less pollution for us.” He points out that lots of people can’t afford to pay for rent, let alone gasoline and insurance. Caley is president of Shuswap Connextions, a local self-advocacy group for people with disabilities. He said many residents are stranded when the buses aren’t running, which is particularly hard in the cold weather. “I have spoken to many people that live in our community who share our concerns regarding such limited city bus transportation.”
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ond in the 200-m and 100-m distances. Callie Belway skated to a gold medal in the 100-m final and the 200-m distance. She was in the lead in the 400-m dis-
Bree Cooper returned home from Vancouver with five medals, including four silver, in the Senior Open Provincial Championships last weekend. On the opening night, Cooper swam to a silver medal in the 50-metre butterfly event. She was back on the starting blocks within eight minutes after winning her first medal, and went on to win her second silver medal of the night in the 100-m breaststroke. Cooper completed her medal haul on the second night with a silver in the 50-m breaststroke, and then grabbed her fourth silver of the championships in a comefrom-behind swim, after qualifying seventh in the 100-m butterfly. Thomas Flahr also made the trip to the pools at the University of British Columbia, competing in his first senior championships. Despite a few impressive swims, Flahr was unable to qualify for any of the finals as the competition featured Canadian national team members. Flahr showed great resolve on the second day of the championships when he battled for a B final swim in the 50-m breaststroke moving up to thirteenth place. In the process, he qualified for the Western Canadian Swim Championships as a senior swimmer in Winnipeg. Flahrs’ hard work this season has seen him become a dominant swimmer within the Okanagan region, and is now a presence on the provincial scene. Flahr became the fifth Salmon Arm swimmer to qualify for a national meet in
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Podium performance: Bradley Hlina rounds the corner as he takes control of the 1500m during the final event of the season in Kamloops March 14. Hlina won all his races and set a personal best in the 200 metre distance.
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In Division 3 of the Interior Okanagan Regional FUNale Short Track Championships, Bradley Hlina won all his races and set a new personal best in the 200-meter sprint. The Salmon Arm Ice Breakers Speed
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Foam ball has many benefits
Family affair: Wark family makes Monday night outings routine.
Smith still on podium
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Mitchell Smith continues his tour of the podiums across western Canada. Last weekend in Rossland at Red Mountain, Smith won two U18 bronze medals. The bronze medals came in slalom on March 7 and giant slalom on March 9. Racers came from across western Canada, the U.S. and Japan.
One of the most recognizable aspects of tennis is the unmistakable ‘pop’ sound heard when the racquet meets the ball in the sweet spot. That ‘pop’ sound ceases to be heard on Monday evenings at the SASCU rec centre when 15 or so tennis enthusiasts get together to play foam ball tennis. “It duplicates everything on the larger tennis court like stroke, strategy and exercise, and puts it on a more compact area,” says Dan Wark. When asked why play foam ball tennis, Dan said, “Because it’s good fun.” Played with a dense foam ball, foam ball tennis is contested on a badminton court with shorter nets and smaller racquets. The weight ratio between the ball and the racquet for normal tennis is maintained in the smaller game, which Susannah Wark stresses as important to perfecting her technique. “The game really forces you to work on your fundamentals, which you need to rely on to be any good,” she
Get in shape for lacrosse The 18th Annual Top Guns Lacrosse Camp will be held on Sunday, April 12 at the Hassen Arena in Armstrong. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., certified coaches will conduct fun drills and games to help kids get in shape for the upcoming lacrosse season. Registration costs $40 and is limited to 40 players. For more information, visit: http:// topgunslacrosse.webs.com.
Spring hockey camps Salmon Arm Hockey School is offering a six session Spring Hockey Program for players in Atom, Peewee and Bantam. Program starts on March 30th. The program will be under the direction of Troy Haskell, head coach of the 2014-15 Salmon Arm Bantam Tier 2 team. Please check out the hockey school website at SalmonArmHockeySchool.com, or call the 250832-4511 for more info.
Whitecaps soccer camp Register for the Whitecaps ‘Prospects’ camp on March 24-26. Whitecaps FC Kamloops’s Head Coach John Antulov will lead the three-day camp. U9 to U12 boys and girls will play at 9 to 11:30 a.m., and the U13 to U18 group will play from noon to 2:30 p.m. Registration for the camp is $79. For more information, visit: http:// shuswapsoccer.com.
Bridge winners The results for Cedar Heights Duplicate Bridge for Wednesday, March 4 are: first place, Bob Clugston and Lori Nelson. In second place, Betty and Charlie Ward. In third place, Dan Quilty and Geoff Collins. Sunday Duplicate Club’s results for March 15 are as follows: in first place, Dan Quilty and Gerry Chatelain; in second place, Peter Budda and Doug Stewart; in third place, Carol McGregor and Peggy Petersen; in fourth place, Geoff Collins and Orville Cooper. Have a sports event? Write to us at:
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Backhand return: Jackson Wark returns a drop shot against his sister Susannah dur-
ing foam ball tennis at the SASCU rec centre auditorium last Monday. All five members of the Wark family have been playing foam ball tennis since it started in January. explained. For the past three and a half months Debbie, Dan, Jackson, Emily and Susannah Wark have been practicing and honing in the technical side of their tennis game. Tennis for the Warks is a family affair; every member of the family plays either competitively or just for fun as members at the Salmon Arm Tennis Club. Foam ball tennis was introduced to Salmon Arm in January by local tennis coach Doug
Rawson, and has since become very popular with the local tennis community. “We don’t have any winter tennis facilities in the Shuswap, so this is the best way to keep active in the sport during the off season,” says Dan. Jackson claims the smaller court and foam ball have helped him develop his technique, and he his excited to take those skills onto the bigger court come spring. “I started working on
a new serve last season, and I couldn’t get it to work in normal tennis,” explains Jackson. “I started practising the serve here with the foam balls and it works very well, I can’t wait to try it on the normal court.” The Wark family unanimously agree the most important benefit of foam ball tennis is learning the mechanics of the perfect stroke. “It’s very easy to hit the ball, because it’s so light and a little bigger. You can hit it as hard
as you want and it will pretty much stay in play,” says Jackson. The game also allows players to work on their tennis strategy. “The same method used here applies perfectly to the larger court, and it is easier to execute your strategy,” explains Dan. Foam ball tennis is gaining popularity around the world and professional leagues have been established in the U.S. and Europe, where it is known as touchtennis.
Ice Breakers set new personal bests Continued from A15 tance, but fell in the last corner of her final la. Despite this, Belway still managed to place third in the event. In division 2, Devyn Hughes placed first in the 200-m and 500-m distances, and rounded out her season with a
bronze medal in the 100-m sprint. Hughes fell in the 400-m but quickly recovered and was able to finish in second place. Also making his first appearance in a sanctioned event was Pheonix Nash. He skated in the 400m and 500-m distances and won gold in each.
Phoenix finished in second in the 100-m sprint but fell in his 200-m race. Bronson Jameus improved on his times by setting personal bests in the 100-m, 400-m, and 500-m distances. In 1,500-m distance, Jameus fell with six laps to go but skated hard to get back into the race and finish first.
Daniel Hlina, set a new personal best in the 400-m race coming in second. Daniel missed a personal best by five tenths of a second in the 200-m final, skating to a silver medal. On the larger 500-m track, he placed third. Coach Rick Hofmann is pleased with how the club is devel-
oping as a team. “The next year should be even better as we have had a lot of new skaters this year and they really enjoy racing,” said Hofmann. “I’m looking forward to all the skaters returning in September and working with them to make this an enjoyable and rewarding sport.”
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Taking aim Joe Sarrazin chooses a target and lines up his shot at the SASCU Memorial Indoor Arena last Monday. The Salmon Arm Archery Club meets every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m., at the indoor field.
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Training for summer will intensify kirk youth swimmers as more swimmers are meeting national standards and representing Salmon Arm at the Provincial and National Championships.
Continued from A15 the past two weeks. Cooper and Flahr will continue to train in preparation for upcoming meets. Cooper will head to Toronto April 1 to 4 for her first ever Canadian Trials. The trials will determine the team for the Pan American Games in Toronto this summer, and the World Aquatic Championship in Kazan, Russia. Flahr will continue training for upcoming Summer Provincials held in Victoria, and then will turn his attention to Winnipeg for Western Canadians. Training requirements will intensify for a number of the Sel-
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): The Uranus/Pluto square activates your selfish side and accentuates your ‘take-noprisoners’ approach, and you’ll feel compelled to remove the dead wood from your life (in the form of a person, possession, job or outdated belief). Then the late week Solar Eclipse energizes your spiritual and humanitarian zone, as you reach out to someone in need (with unusual sensitivity). TAURUS (April 20-May 20): This week’s stars urge you to stretch yourself in dynamic new directions. Keep what’s working in your life but don’t be afraid to discard people, possessions or projects that have passed their used-by date. And don’t underestimate the importance of networking. Venus vamps into your sign (until April 12) which boosts sociability, as you expand your peer group. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): With the Solar Eclipse stirring up your life-direction zone, are you feeling confused about the future? It’s time to apply for a promotion; look for employment; take on a second job; start a course of study; accept a volunteer position or completely change vocation. But avoid getting lost in a quagmire of possibilities. Think creatively, make a firm decision, and then follow through. CANCER (June 21-July 22): A close relationship remains stuck in a time-warp where it’s difficult for both of you to change. Difficult – but not impossible. A complete shift in perspective is required. Are you looking for love? Draw on your inner reserves of strength and charge back into the singles battleground. Your Prince or Princess is waiting – but you may have to kiss a few frogs before you find them! LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Avoid being a drama queen this week. If you try to control others, then you’re in for a tumultuous time. For some attached Lions - your lacklustre love life gets a welcome boost as the Solar Eclipse stimulates your sensuality zone. Single Cats – a sudden attraction promises passion but are you seeing the person clearly? Remove your rose-coloured glasses and take a second look. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’re at your fastidious best (and fussy worst) as the planets push your perfectionist button. Don’t be too obsessive in the process. This week’s stars are intense and unpredictable so resist the urge to be too regimented. Things are in a state of flux and smart Virgos will strive to be flexible and versatile. When it comes to a loved one, don’t assume you know how they are feeling.
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Plan: Gallery assistant Diana PrattJohnson and curator Tracey Kutschker share ideas against a backdrop of Cathy Stubington’s art at the gallery this month.
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here is confusion and controversy in Salmon Arm’s art scene over the name of two groups and their purpose and direction. The recently formed Shuswap Society for Arts and Culture is dedicated to the construction and management of a community multi-purpose performing arts centre for Salmon Arm. “We’ve decided to move ahead on two fronts,” said society spokesperson Doug Leatherdale, whose recent request for $35,000 from city council for a feasibility study, or staff support for securing the funds, was turned down. “We are going to continue to look for funding to hire a consultant to complete the feasibility study and we’re going to form a roundtable of supporters and potential users.” Members of the roundtable would be expected to provide ideas and advice on how to proceed. During his presentation on behalf of the Shuswap Society for Arts and Culture, which recently held its first AGM, Leatherdale noted there seems to be an imbalance between sports and arts funding, with sports getting the lion’s share. He assured councillors the group has garnered support for a performing arts centre from the majority of other local arts groups. But Tracey Kutschker, director/curator
of the Shuswap and able patrons. District Arts Council, We are going to “Vernon is always which has been in op- continue to look booked and they’re still eration for 44 years, for funding to struggling,” she says of says nobody from the hire a consultant the facility that is owned society has approached to complete the by the Regional District the arts council. of North Okanagan and feasibility study As well, she says and we’re going operated by a non-profit Doug there is a great deal of society. “We should exto form a Leatherdale confusion about which pect the city to support group is working on a roundtable of SPOKESPERSON arts, but you can’t do performing arts centre supporters. the single-purpose (arts because of the similaronly) thing anymore.” ity in names. Kutschker is con“People are coming in here saying, ‘I hear cerned about the perception the arts council you’re looking for a new place,’” she says. is not happy with the level of support the “No we’re not, and I can’t understand why city provides. nobody came to ask us about it. It’s the arts “I don’t want anyone thinking the city has council’s role and, of course we want to sup- not supported us,” she says. “We’re entering port and nurture the arts.” this phase of mutual respect and I wouldn’t At a recent arts mixer, people from the want to jeopardize this excellent relationarts council’s member groups also assumed ship.” the organization supports the performing art Kutschker would like to see a cultural centre. master plan that, like the city’s recreational Kutschker says big cities like Toronto plan, provides direction over the long term have identified that their small venues are and includes all the groups that might need the driving force behind a vibrant cultural facilities, including First Nations, arts and scene. education. And gallery assistant Diana Pratt-Johnson Back on city council after a three-year notes the Vancouver Playhouse was recently hiatus, Coun. Kevin Flynn asked tough closed because it was not getting big enough questions when Leatherdale made his preaudiences. sentation. He says past councils have done Kutschker says when the 750-seat Vernon a good job over the years of providing the Performing Arts Centre went to referendum community and taxpayers with excellent in 1999, Salmon Arm, Chase and Sicamous amenities. were considered to be in the pool of prob“We have also worked with the arts group
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Two plaques have been installed to explain the role of Salmon Arm’s Memorial Arena as a tribute to Second World War veterans – one in the arena and another in the Salmar Classic Theatre. Longtime Salmar Community Association member Gary Brooke grew up in Salmon Arm. Born shortly after the war, Brooke remembers the stories of sacrifice and service. He also remembers how a group called the Salmon Arm Co-operative formed in 1946 to build a memorial to honour local veterans. “I think something has been lost in community history, and I find it kind of distressing when you think of what Salmon Arm was like in 1946,” he says, noting the late Ernie Doe’s history of Salmon Arm contains a wealth of information. Brooke says Salmon Arm was not a wealthy town and already had a long history of cooperatives, including the Farmers Exchange, Tappen Co-op and The Creamery. Before the Salmon Arm Co-operative
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history: Salmar Association reps Gary Brooke and John Henderson and Salmon Arm and Shuswap Lake Agricultural Association president Phil Wright pose in front of a plaque installed at the indoor arena. could build an arena, they had to find a way to fund it. They decided on showing movies and using admission fees, but the old Rex Theatre on Alexander Street was old and beyond repair. So, the co-op purchased land across the street and set about raising funds to build their own theatre. To become a member of the co-op, supporters had to pony up $25 – a large sum in 1946. Brooke says the plaques contain a very abbreviated history of how the co-operative moved forward and opened a brand new theatre in May 1949. The Quonset, or culvert as Brooke calls it, was named the Salmar Classic Theatre, an en-
graving of which is on both plaques. “When the theatre was opened in 1949, the assets were transferred to a new entity called the Salmon Arm Community Association,” says Brooke. It is the same society today, but in 1987 they changed the name to Salmar Community Association because it was getting mixed up with the group who were fundraising for the rec centre.” As now, profits were re-invested in the community. “Based on what is in Ernie Doe’s history, roughly three-quarters of the cost of the arena came from Salmar operations,” Brooke says. “The arena was built
and opened in 1958 but there was not enough money to put ice in – it took another three years before they could skate.” In the interim, the arena, now called the Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union Indoor Memorial Sports Complex, was used for other activities, including fall fair. “The Salmar Association continued to pump money into the arena until 1972,” says Brooke, calling the old Salmar Theatre the arena’s umbilical cord until 1972 when the District of Salmon Arm took over operations. “It was all done to create a memorial to veterans; that’s what I think is so sad and that’s why when Salmar had a chance to work with the legion (to build a new building) it was a no-brainer. Without the veterans Salmar wouldn’t exist.” Brooke says remembering and continuing to honour veterans is important. “They were just kids, all the men and women,” he says noting of 14 million Canadians at the time, more than one million were wearing uniforms. “I think we owe it to them not to lose track of the purpose.”
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ALF (ALFRED) AMES July 14, 1924 – March 7, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alf Ames in Invermere, B.C. in his 91st year. Born in Birmingham, England he immigrated to Canada with his parents in 1928 to Pincher Creek, Alberta. He served with the Calgary Highlanders during World War II returning in 1946. On July 5, 1947 he married Olga Scherbaniuk. They remained life long companions and partners. In May of 1964, Alf and Olga moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. where they opened Ames Paint and Flooring Coverings Ltd. which they operated until they retired and sold the business in May of 1989. Alf was a tireless supporter of the community of Salmon Arm having been active in many organizations over the years including; The Royal Canadian Legion, The Independent Order of Oddfellows, First United Church, Shuswap Lake Hospital, Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association, Salmon Arm and District Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club of Salmon Arm, Downtown Improvement Association, The District of Salmon Arm, Columbia Shuswap Regional District, Shuswap Emergency Planning and numerous others. His contributions are remembered by the presence of community facilities that include the Shuswap Lake General Hospital and Pioneer Lodge, the Salmon Arm Community Center, airport, industrial park and the Salmon Arm Wharf. Predeceased by Olga in 2013, he is survived by Shelley (Fred) Hopkins of Invermere, B.C., Howard Ames of Calgary, Alberta, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A memorial service is planned for Alf and Olga Ames in Salmon Arm; date and location to be announced.
NORMA ELOISE SWENSON 1921-2015 It is with sadness that the family of Norma (previously Maki) Swenson announces her passing with her family by her side on March the 9th, 2015 at the age of 93 years. Norma was born on August the 19th 1921 in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan to parents Daniel and Esther Brown. When she was sixteen she and her family moved to Gleneden. She spent the remainder of her life living and loving the Shuswap. She met her first husband Yud Maki at the age of seventeen and were married in 1940. Together they had two children, Deanna and Terry. In October 1978 Norma lost her husband Yud and on June the 10th 2008 her daughter Deanna passed away. On April the 18th 1981 Norma married Swanee Swenson growing her family by nine. Norma will be forever loved and missed by her husband of 34 years Swanee, son Terry (Martha); grandchildren, Chris and Whitney, Kevin “Buck” (Lora), Tami-Rae (Major); great-grandchildren, Reegin, Sydney, Aric. She is also survived by her sisters Eileen and Doris as well as many nieces and nephews her step-children; Barry (Wilma), Karen (Kent) and many step-grandchildren The family would like to thank the management and staff of the Shuswap Lodge for the great care they gave mom (Noni). A celebration of life service will be held on Friday March the 13th, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Bowers Funeral Chapel with Pastor Ben Hall officiating. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service allowing friends to continue sharing memories. Online condolences may be sent through Norma’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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DARLING, FREDERICK ALEXANDER Nov. 30 1934 – Mar. 6 2015 Knowing he was loved and treasured by many, Fred suddenly passed away at his home Fri. Mar. 6 2015 at the age of 80. A celebration of life for Fred will be held at the Chase Legion, downstairs, Sat . Mar 21 at 2 p.m. Fred was predeceased by his parents, Louise and Alexander Darling, an infant son Michael, brother Roland, and sister Diana. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 57 years Kay Darling, 2 daughters, Brenda ( Jim ) Laboucan, of Chase B.C., Loretta Darling, of Abbotsford, B.C., Grandson Joshua Darling ( Nicole ) Granddaughter Tawnie Darling, and great granddaughter Meija Darling-Billy. Also many close family and friends. Especially the nieces and nephews. Fred was born in Calgary Alta. in 1934 and moved to Port Alberni in 1944, where he met and married his wife Kay in 1958. Fred started his career with B.C. Hydro in Port Alberni B.C.,continued on in Abbotsford B.C. and then retired from the company in Salmon Arm B.C. The family would like to thank the Chase Ambulance Service for their heroic efforts with Dad and would like to thank the wonderful and caring Pharmacists and Staff at Peoples Drug Store In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the charity of your choice.
O’BRIEN, GLENDA Glenda O’Brien went to be with her Lord on March 4, 2015. Funeral services were held on Monday, March 9th at Five Corners Pentecostal Church and interment was at Mount Ida Cemetery. Glenda (Butt) O’Brien was born in Nottingham, England, on January 28, 1945 to Norman and Doris Butt. She spent the first 18 months of her life in England, before coming to Canada in July 1946. She lived in rural Manitoba until she was seven, when the family moved to Nakusp, BC. After Bible College, she spent 47 years in the ministry, lastly being an Associate Pastor at Five Corners Pentecostal Church. After her marriage to Daniel O’Brien, they added three children to the family, all girls adopted from China. Glenda’s interests included the Shuswap ProLife Society the Shuswap Pregnancy Care Centre, King’s Christian School. She did pulpit supply over all of British Columbia for many churches. For the past five years, she was in active ministry at Five Corners Pentecostal Church, which she continued until her death. Her last service was at Canoe Emmanuel Free Lutheran Church on January 4, 2015. Glenda was predeceased by her parents, and her sister Donna. She is survived by husband, Daniel, their three daughters, sister Gloria (Mitchell) Mott, sister-in-law Kara Lou and Roy Dennehy, Karen O’Brien, and Tom Johnson; and a host of other family who love and miss her. She lived and shared her faith all her life. “Well done, thou good and faithful servant”. Thank you to all who supported the family with prayers and so many kindnesses through Glenda’s illness and death. E mail condolences may be sent through Glenda’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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SHEPHERD, CECIL GEORGE 1932 - 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Cecil George Shepherd on March 15, 2015. Cecil met the love of his life in 1974 and they married the following year. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Florence Shepherd, sons, Marlin,(Crystal), Carson, Darwin (Cindy), daughters Donna (Dave) and Kendra (Garry). Grandchildren, Reece, Reede, Megan, Duncan, Teigan. Cecil was pre-deceased by his father Mac Shepherd, step-mother Bernice and his cherished sister Lynn Bruce. Surviving siblings include, Irene, Sylvia, Sharon, Sheila, Judith, Shirley, David and Malcolm as well as many nieces and nephews. Cecil was born in Radway, Alberta on March 02, 1932 and spent much of his youth in Alberta. Cecil worked at various trades as times were hard during the war and in 1959 moved to the Shuswap for more opportunities for employment. Purchasing land on Bolton Road in Tappen Cecil started a career in carpentry, building many homes in the surrounding area and as far away as Alberta. The last ten years of his working career he spent delivering the local mail in the Tappen area. A job he greatly enjoyed. Cecil loved playing music and was never too busy to go camping. He was known and loved throughout the area for his kind, thoughtful acts and his never ending humour. Cecil was always willing to help anyone who needed a hand without thought of reward. He will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held, Friday, March 20th at Crossroads Free Methodist Church, 121 Shuswap St. S.W., Salmon Arm at 2:00 pm, reception to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Cecil through his obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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CHIYEKO OKADA July 11, 1913 - March 4, 2015 A trooper right to her last day, she will be missed by her children Ronald (Carol), Bernice (Lorne) and Dorothy (Robert), daughter in law Tomoko, grandchildren Lisa (Brian), Jean (Matthew), Christopher (Heather) and Erin, great grandchildren Felix and Leni. She was predeceased by her husband Yoshitaro (Bill) and son Dennis. Thank you to the staff of Banfield Pavilion who took Mum to her 101st birthday and beyond. No service by request. Flowers are gratefully declined, donations to the VGH UBC Foundation (Banfield Pavilion) would be appreciated.
TRY A CLASSIFIED AD LONG, CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM STEVENS Christopher William Stevens Long, B.Sc., was born August 14, 1927 in England, and died in Coquitlam, BC, March 7, 2015 at the age of 87. A world traveller, international volunteer and former long-time Salmon Arm resident, Chris is survived by his loving wife Joycelyn and children Mirjami (Fred) Stehle, Helena (John Gottschalk) Long, Susan (Jason) Rogers, and Michael (Jean Wilsdon) Long, 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Chris was predeceased by his first wife, Anneli. Services were held at Oliveria Funeral Home, 2657 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, on Saturday, March 14, at 1 p.m. Cards of condolence may be sent c/o Mimi Stehle, PO Box 701, Armstrong, BC, V0E 1B0.
SIROIS, JOSEPH LAURENT GASTON “GUS” 1926 - 2015 Sadly, Gus passed away on March 10, 2015 at the age of 89 years. A young adventurer from Quebec, Gus hopped a freight train heading west, looking for work among other things. For many years he worked in the logging industry around the Arrow Lakes, Nakusp, Revelstoke, and the Sicamous area where he and his wife Clara settled 50 years ago. Gus was a man of many interests. He loved to fly, so did Clara, and they travelled far and wide in their own airplane. He loved to drive a truck, and he continued to drive a water truck up in the oil patch until he was in his 80’s. Another thing he loved was the sun and he spent many a season under the Arizona skies enjoying the company of friends. Gus is predeceased by his wife Clara (2004) and is survived by his friend and partner Lucy. We would like old friends and family to get together and bring their stories about Gus’ happy and colorful life. A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, April 4 at 3pm at at the Sicamous Legion hall upstairs (use back entrance), 322 Main Street, Sicamous, V0E 2V0. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, please make a donation to the Sicamous Legion or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Gus through his obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
BARTMAN, RALPH ALFRED October 6, 1922 – February 10, 2015 Ralph passed away peacefully on Feb 10, 2015 at the age of 92 years in Salmon Arm General Hospital, with family by his side. A Celebration of Ralph’s life will be held on Mar 31, 2015 at 2 pm at the Fifth Avenue Seniors’ Centre, 170 5th Avenue SE, Salmon Arm. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Ralph through his obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS EVANISHIN, TERENCE April 13, 1952 - March 8, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce that Terry Evanishin passed away peacefully on March 8, 2015 with all of his girls by his side. Terry was 62 years old and fought a hard battle with diabetes and kidney disease. Terry leaves behind his loving wife of 33 years, Denice, his three beautiful daughters, Tasha (Clark) Bostrom, Lindsay (Chris) Lawson, Lacey (Mike) Curle and four amazing grandchildren, Brayton and Davin Lawson, and Ali and Dane Curle. He also leaves his sister Debbie Ewanishin, and niece Robyn (Derek) whom he was very close to and survived his many pranks, four step brothers; Ray (Cindy), Dwayne (Teresa), Rob (Sue), Don (Denise) Pukas and step sister Patti Pukas whom he taught many lessons to and enjoyed getting into trouble with as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great nephews all whom will miss his crazy antics. Terry was predeceased by his son Dayton Evanishin, mother and step father Joyce and Russell Pukas. Terry was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and moved to BC in 1986 where he raised and watched his beautiful family grow. He was a strong, gentle man who loved a good laugh, a good drink and his family by his side. He stayed true to this with his battle and could always be seen with a smile through the tough days. He enjoyed quadding, camping, snowmobiling, building anything and being with those he loved and who loved him. A celebration of life will be held on March 14, 2015 at 11am at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6 Avenue Northeast, Salmon Arm. A special thank you to Dr Laurens, Dr. Hepburn and the Renal team at Royal Inland Hospital and their dedication to helping Terry. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Terry’s name may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N3. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium. Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Terry through his obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
GERVAIS, MARIE THERESA CILENAS February 17, 1937 – February 25, 2015 It is with great sadness that we inform all who knew Theresa Gervais of her passing with family surrounding her. A celebration of Theresa’s lif will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 11:00 from Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm. Memorial donations in Theresa’s name may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Hillside Village, 2891 15th Ave. NE, Salmon Arm, B.C., V1E 2B6. Email condolences and share memories through Theresa’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices. com. BRAAKSMA, GEERTJE (DIET) ANTJE November 13, 1925 to March 7, 2015 Diet Braaksma (van der Hoek) passed on to meet the Lord on Saturday, March 7th, at the age of 89. She is survived by her two daughters Tynke (John) of Penticton and Corinné (Jim) of Bella Coola; two granddaughters Jessica and Sierena (Stephen); four great-grandchildren: Annaka, Eden, Trenen and Emma Grace; sister Sjoek of Salmon Arm and brother Anton (Bartie) of Port Coburn, Ontario; sisters-in-law Rita of Salmon Arm and Janny of the Netherlands; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her loving husband Arie Braaksma in 1997. Diet was born in The Joure, Friesland, The Netherlands. She met her life-long love Arie in Berlikum, marrying soon after on March 7, 1952. Their first daughter Tynke was born in “the old country”, and they immigrated to Canada late in 1953. They settled in Lynn Valley, North Vancouver, B.C. to be close to other recently immigrated family, and added their second daughter Corinné to their loving household. In the 1970’s Diet attended university to complete her Canadian teaching degree at UBC. After Arie’s retirement they moved to Mara Lake; Diet made her home in Salmon Arm to be closer to family following Arie’s passing. Diet loved singing (had a beautiful soprano voice!), gardening, cooking and caring for her family, pottery, weaving, sewing and walking her beloved dogs. Diet dedicated her life to raising her two fabulous girls and being a loving partner to husband Arie. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The family would like to thank Dr. Goldberg and the staff of Hillside Village, Cottage 5 for their kind and compassionate care of our precious Diet. A memorial service was held on Saturday, March 14th, at 2:00 pm at Crossroads Free Methodist Church, 121 Shuswap St. SW, Salmon Arm. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium, Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories through Diet’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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• CLASS 1 – 4 DRIVER TRAINING • AIR BRAKE COURSE National Gold winner for Independent Grocer of the Year is looking for passionate people to join our winning team. Opportunities include roles in our produce, deli, meat and grocery departments as well as cashiers. As a member of our team you can expect: • A friendly, fast paced working environment. • A great group of team members to work with. • Opportunities to gain knowledge and grow with the company. • Company benefits package. • Top wages for the right people. Apply in person with resume or email; storemanagerbbvg@telus.net. Att: Doug
GROCERY CLERK – FULL TIME Our Salmon Arm Uptown Store requires a full-time Grocery Clerk. Experience would be an asset. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team then we want to hear from you. This is a full-time position which offers a comprehensive benefits and pension plan. Wage will be dependent on experience. Please apply in person to; George Green – Uptown Store or by email to george@askewsfoods.com
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Caretaker position Small Strata complex in Sicamous (19 cabins) requires year round Caretaker. Duties: Lawn and ground maintenance. Garbage removal in summer months. Winter surveillance. Minor dock repairs. Equipment provided with exception of truck. Hourly rate will apply and must include WCB coverage. Hours will vary depending on season. Apply: k30caretaker@yahoo.com Dr. Aditya Seth Inc. Salmon Arm Eye Surgeons & Physicians Unit 135A-1151-10Ave SW V1E 1T3 requires one full time permanent administrative assistant. Duties include: ◆Schedule & confirm appointments & meetings of employer ◆Order office supplies & maintain inventory; ◆Set up & maintain manual & computerized information filing systems; ◆Determine & establish office procedures; ◆Record & prepare minutes of meetings; ◆May compile data, statistics & other information to support research activities; ◆May organize conferences. Education: completion of secondary school. Experience: 2-3 years. Knowledge of English required. Mail, email: adityaseth2015@gmail.com or fax: (250)832-1106
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Braby Motors is looking to a hire one individual who will assist both the Service and Sales Department. Duties will include being a part time Tire & Lube Technician, Wash bay / Detail and Shuttle driver/ Parts delivery. Ability to work alone and maintain a fast pace is a must. High customer satisfaction skills are also required. Dinoflex Group a leading manufacturer of recycled rubber products is looking for a Customer Service/New Product Development Team Lead at our Salmon Arm factory. Our customer service team provides service and support to distributors worldwide through a variety of communication mediums. If you are customer focused and want to support a product you believe in, this job is for you.
This highly interactive position requires the following skills: • The proven ability to lead a team. • Clear and concise communication skills • Strong customer service and inside sales skills • Highly organized, neat, accurate with the ability to multi task and meet deadlines • Strong computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook. • A good mathematical aptitude Other non required but preferred skills: • A degree or diploma with a focus on Marketing • Project Management Experience This position is a full time position reporting to the CEO. Dinoflex Group offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, profit sharing plan, and employer paid extended health benefits. If interested please apply by March 23rd to info@ dinoflex.com, or by fax to 800-305-2109 or mail to Dinoflex Group, PO box 3309, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4S1 no phone calls please. Thank you to all applicants but only those short listed will be contacted.
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Auto Rd. 12 St. SE 69 pp -20th & Auto Rd 65 pp -20th St SE Across Hillcrest School 54pp -20th St/20th Ave. SE 54 pp CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131
North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire Lumber Pilers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-8389637 “Seasonal Part time” Employment, Kaloya Contracting is looking for someone to service and maintain Enderby Cliffs (2 days per week April 3 Oct 30) and Mara Provincial Park (3 days per week May 1- June 19, then 5-7 days per week June 19-Sept 7, 3 days per week Sept 7-Sept 27). Variety of duties include pit toilet cleaning and maintenance, grounds keeping, garbage removal etc. Daily hours will vary depending on maintenance requirements” Job Applications can be found on our website: www.campokanagan.com Email applications to info@campokanagan.com or Fax to 250-548-0047
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Leading the inside sales team your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Technical Support, Quotes, Customer Contact via various Electronic Mediums, Follow Up on Customers Projects, and Leading new Product Development Processes.
King’s Christian School is seeking applicants for a part-time Development Coordinator beginning August 2015. Deadline for submissions is Friday,April 10, 2015. Interested individuals please send a resume, cover letter, references and statement of faith to: King’s Christian School 350B 30 St NE Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1J2 info@kingschristianschool.com
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Our Salmon Arm – Uptown Produce requires experienced staff for 2 full tim positions. These positions offer competitive wages with a comprehensive benefits and pension plan package. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team, we want to hear from you. Please apply in person to; Mike Medwid, Produce Manager or George Green, Store Manager – Uptown Store or apply by email to mike@askewsfoods.com
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K&P Landscape Maintenance is now booking the following services: Lawn cutting, Aeration, Power raking, Organic fertilizer, Clean up, Pruning, Hedges, Irrigation repair. Call Trevor 250-833-0314 email: kpland@telus.net
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ESTATE Garage Sale, 781 Foothill Rd. SW, 2 days only, April 3 & 4, 9am-5pm FINAL daycare blowout - lots of children’s toys, books, ect. Also dresser, loveseat, toychest, rocking chair. Very cheap, Sat March 21 1:00-4:00, Backdoor. 1791-15th Ave NE past health unit to end of 16th St. HUGE moving sale at the Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge (old location) Sat March 21 & 28th from 10:30 to 3pm antiques, tack, harness quip, farm tools, JD 57” Rototiller, household items and other treasures. Visit the donkeys, have a yummy hotdog and SHOP. Proceeds used to care for the rescued donkeys. Old location - 1125 Ptarmigan road, Turtle Valley (Chase). Follow the signs. (250)679-2778 MOVING out sale, everything must go. Tools, appl, furn, Fri. 3-7, Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-1, March 20-21-22, # 43 & 44 1361 30st SE
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Misc. Wanted BUYING USED JEWELRY. Call 250-864-3521. Thank you I’m searching for old fifty cent pieces! 250-864-3521 I want to buy the coins from your safety deposit box or safe! Todd - 250-864-3521 Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local PURCHASING scrap gold & old Canadian & American coin collections. 250-548-3670
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1997 Dodge Sports Grand Caravan all rebuilt and ready to go 200,000 km, $4000 o.b.o.(306)407-5002
NEW Bobcat/Car hauler $3,300 O.B.O. (250)804-3195
BRIGHT 2 bdrm apt. available April 1. Central location. 45+. $825/mo. Ph 250-832-6490
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Homes for Rent
VICTORIA: CONDO 2 bdrm, insuite laundry, small pet allowed Adult building 45+. Ideal location to amenities. Well maintained. $164,500. Call to view (250)679-2129 or (250)668-5902
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2004 KIA SORENTO. AWD, AC, silver, $6,000. Call 250833-1115 or 250-463-2484.
CENTRALLY located new 4 bdrm home for rent June 15th. This home comes with 6 appl., 3 full bath., green space & very quiet neighbourhood. Please call (403)630-6073
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BUNDY Alto Saxophone with hard case $500. obo (250)832-9256 STEEL BUILDINGS. “Spring sales with hot savings!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
Misc. for Sale
Cars - Domestic 2010 FORD ESCAPE XLT AWD V6. Remote start, trailer hitch, air, cruise, all weather floor mats, 2 sets Michelin tires on rims, 93,500 kms. Asking $15,900. Call 250-8322533.
March Special
Responsible, employed 27yr. old female looking for level entry, bright, clean, 1bdrm bsmt suite w/gas f/p, NP, NS, util. incl., flexible move in date $800-$850 Call Jenn (250)253-7581
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170SQFT. room available immediately for esthetics or spa services located by established Hair Salon in Sorrento $350 + triple net a month. Call Ken (250)517-0003
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3 BDRM., 1 bath house 4 appliances, N/S, N/P 1616 Blind Bay Road, Sorrento
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3 BDRM., 2 bath Adult Townhouse Complex 5 appliances, N/S, N/P #10 - 111 Harbourfront, Salmon Arm $1400/mo. 2 BDRM., 2 bath Condo 5 appliances, N/S, N/P #302 420 4th Ave. SE, Salmon Arm
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The conversation takes place Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. The workshop takes place Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. SFU professor Charles Holmes will be back as a followup to last year’s Respect Lives Here forum held in Salmon Arm. Registration required for each event. Call 250-803-0156 ext 103 or email dlincoln@futureshuswap. com.
LIBRARY HOSTS SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK AND NEXT – 3 p.m. today – Lego Story Time for ages five
to eight and siblings. Listen to a story, then build something based on the book. Registration required. •Thursday, March 19 at 3:30 p.m. – drop-in Spring Break Puppet Play for all ages. Contact Ardie at 250-8326161 if you have a school-aged child interested in helping with the puppet play. •Tuesday, March 24 at 3 p.m. – Lego Builders Club with pirate theme for ages Q1 nine to 13 and siblings. Registration required. •Wednesday, March 25 at 2 p.m. – Japanese Calligraphy. For ages nine to 18. Registration required. To register, call 250-832-6161.
MONDAY, MARCH 23 OKANAGAN COLLEGE’S CLASSICS AT THE CLASSICS – presents
Thomas Anderson’s There Will Be Blood. This strange,
– MARCH – 2015 visually stunning film–is CANADA set against the backdrop of the infancy of 20th Century capitalism and of American religion on the oil fields of California, at 5 p.m. at the
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presents Spirituality and Pottery with Darryl Auten, who encourages people to see the arts as an “ah-ha” moment wherein God is discovered, at 7 p.m. at the church, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Everyone is welcome.
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
YEAR OF THE SHEEP FLEECE & FIBRE FESTIVAL – Enjoy a day at
Harmonious Homestead and Ewe, 5421 70th St. SW. Grass-fed roast lamb on a bun for lunch will be available at the “Flocks Through” from noon to 2 p.m. in honour of the Chinese Year of the Sheep. Admission is free.
SWING INTO SPRING FUNDRAISER DANCE – to benefit the Reaching Out
THE LOUISIANA HAYRIDE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION SHOW –
will be at the Shuswap Theatre for three performances only – March 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, March 21. Tickets are available at Touch A Texas, the Mall, Wearabouts on Alexander Street or online at www. ticketseller.ca. Or call toll free to 1-866-311-1011.
Multiple Sclerosis Society that supports local residents with MS from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre, 170 Fifth Ave. SE, entertainment by the Barn Catz, door prizes and silent auction. Admission is by donation.
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Spring, from Antiquarius.com, will conduct a free Book and Ephemera Appraisal at Hidden Gems Bookstore, 331 Alexander St. NE from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Salmar Classic. Admission is $5 or free with nonperishable food items for Second Harvest Food Bank. Students are admitted free. S pace/S ize: 4-1/4” x 5-1/4” C lien t: I n ter n atio n al D air y Q u een
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Ceilidh, with music and food, at the Wicked Spoon, 200 Trans-Canada Hwy. A 6 p.m. buffet dinner will be followed by entertainment by Rough Pearl, formerly known as the Cats and the Fiddle and Circle of Friends. A fundraiser for the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival, there will be a silent auction, 50/50 draw and games. Get tickets at the Wicked Spoon or Hidden Gems Bookstore. For more info, visit wordonthelakefestivalofwriters.com.
bake and book sale takes place from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Mall at Piccadilly. Donations of furniture, household items, toys and books gratefully accepted. Drop off donations at the mall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 21 to 26 and March 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 250833-1881. 4-piece
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self-manage painful health conditions, Uptown Askew’s, Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until April 22. To register, call UVIC’s Centre on Aging (1-866-9023767 or www.selfmanagementbc.ca). Family, friends and caregivers are welcome to register too.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 22-23 COMMUNITY CONVERSATION & COMMUNITY BUILDING WORKSHOP – SASCU Downtown Activity Centre gym.
MONDAY, MARCH 30 OKANAGAN COLLEGE’S CONTEMPORARY CLASSICS AT THE CLASSIC – Closing night double bill: Wes Anderson’s
S p ace/S ize: 4-1/4” x 5-1/4” The Fantastic Mr. Fox runs at 5 p.m. and Terrence
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and the Environment with Anne Morris, who discusses the question of the human role in establishing God’s kingdom, at 7 p.m. at the church, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Everyone is welcome.
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Seyes on trombone, Bill Lockie on bass and Jordan Dick on guitar, at 7 p.m. in the banquet room of Shuswap Chefs Restaurant, 551 Trans-Canada Hwy. Doors open at 6:30. Tapas are available. Admission is by donation.
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Safe Technology presents ways to reduce harm from cell and cordless devices, smart meters, routers, antennae and ‘dirty electricity’ with world-renowned cancer/DNA researcher Malcolm Paterson and chiropractor Ross Andersen from noon to 5 p.m. at Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre. Admission is $5. Teens/students free.
Chinese mother and her son’s partner who try to share their misery over his death, at 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.
INSULIN PUMPERS – All persons presently using an insulin
pump or considering the purchase of an insulin pump are welcome to attend this support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the community room of Uptown Askew’s. For more information, call Nel Peach at 250-832-9735.
SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – Merchants of Doubt, is a
documentary about pundits for hire who pose as scientific authorities to speak about current topics such as climate change, at 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.
FIRST UNITED CHURCH LENTEN SERIES – presents Spirituality
and First Nations with Craig Duck Chief, at 7 p.m. at the church, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Duck Chief is from Alberta’s Siksika band. He specializes in using technology to communicate traditional cultural values and practices. Everyone is welcome.
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Advocate wants seniors to know their rights By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF
A woman on a mission to increase the standards for seniors in B.C.’s care homes recently collected more than 1,300 signatures on a petition calling for higher staffing levels. The petition will be presented in the B.C. legislature this spring by Victoria MLA Maureen Karagianis. But Judy Galley is not stopping there. After the petition drive, Galley realized there is a serious lack of knowledge among seniors and their families about their rights and the complaint processes designed to protect them. “People didn’t know there are places to go if they have concerns or how to go about making complaints and this was the case for hundreds of people I spoke to,” said Galley. “Sometimes people were worried about making complaints because they were afraid of repercussions for themselves or their loved ones.”
which require an incident report be sent to the Community Care Licensing Office immediately. As well, confidential complaints about care can be made to this of-
fice by anyone, including employees. “People have this right, but many don’t know it,” says Galley. “When making a complaint, always get a case worker’s name
and a case number. That will be a strong indicator that you are expecting a result and increases your chance of getting one.” Galley also suggests anyone with a concern
can report abuse or neglect to the Ombudsman at 1-800-567-3247 or the Senior Health Care Support Line at 1-877-952-3181. Galley is also continuing her work as an
advocate and is asking for people to share their experiences with seniors-care facilities in the province. “I welcome a letter from anyone who wishes to share,” she
said. “I’m going to be compiling information and using it as evidence for the government.” Letters can be directed to Galley at 2433 Sherry Rd., Sorrento, V0E 2W1.
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So her mission is to spread the word that each seniors care home has a “Residents Bill of Rights” under the Hospital Act or the Community Care and Assisted Living Act which is designed to protect their rights. This is regardless of whether the facility is private or government-owned or subsidized. This includes a list of reportable acts, such as falls and neglect,
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