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Lt. Governor to tour region next week Itinerary includes stops in Rossland, Warfield, Trail, Montrose and Fruitvale By Sheri Regnier Times Staff

B.C.'s Lieutenant Governor is visiting the region next week as part of her mandate to visit every community in the province during the role's five-year term. Honourable Judith Guichon was appointed to the position by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2012. She is the 29th Lieutenant Governor of BC, representing Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen of Canada, on a provincial level. Her visit through the West Kootenay begins Tuesday in Rossland and carries through to Trail until the evening and early Wednesday, the Slocan Valley Thursday, then Friday in Montrose and Fruitvale. Each community has events planned that highlight the West Kootenay lifestyle, business climate, and schools, but mostly the occasion calls for Her Honour to meet the people who call this area, home. Guichon's first day begins in the Alpine City and breakfast with Rossland Mayor Kathy Moore and her council, as well as several local business leaders. “It will be an honour for Rossland and all our local communities as she makes her way around the Kootenays,” said Moore. “I want to introduce her to some of the innovative and creative people who call Rossland home and are making a contribution to the local economy.” Moore said people from other parts of the province have no idea what the West Kootenay has to offer, but once they visit and discover the lifestyle amenities and world class recreation, they get a job or create a business and move their enterprise here. “I think the LG will be surprised and delighted by the people she meets on her travels in our area,” added Moore. Next, Guichon will tour the city's three unique schools and have a chat with the students. “There will also be opportunity for the students to share something special they are working on, which will be a great learning opportunity for everyone involved,” said Moore. Later that day, she will arrive to Trail and tour the Sanctuary Pre-teen Drop-in Centre with Barbara Gibson, the Trail/Warfield Citizen of the Year. After a spaghetti dinner with Trail Mayor Mike Martin, members of council, and Trail's three ambassadors, she will meet with local seniors in the Trail Seniors' Centre on Portland Street

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The Honourable Judith Guichon was sworn-in as the 29th Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia on Nov. 2, 2012. Prior to this appointment she owned and operated Gerard Guichon Ranch Limited in the Nicola Valley in the British Columbia Interior. after an introduction that includes Pipe Major John Mager. The following morning at 9 a.m. the City of Trail has planned her visit to James L. Webster Elementary School where she will be met by Principal Brian Stefani, Warfield Mayor Ted Pahl, Trail Mayor Mike Martin and School Trustee Darrel Ganzert. Pipe Major John Mager will lead the procession before Guichon addresses the students in an assembly that includes guests and an opportunity for students to ask her questions. She arrives in the Beaver Valley Friday afternoon, and is scheduled for an afternoon tea at Mountain Side Village in an event hosted by Golden Life Management. All seniors in Fruitvale are welcome

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Home of Champions seeking more nominees By Liz Bevan Times Staff

One of the main events during Silver City Days past has been a ceremony honouring inductees for the Greater Trail Home of Champions (HOC) monument in downtown Trail, but not this year. The committee that runs the nomination and presentation program haven't received enough submissions to warrant a ceremony during this year's springtime celebrations. Jamie Forbes, with the HOC society, says the program currently has two future inductees waiting in the wings for their moment in the spotlight, but the society only holds a ceremony when they have a total of five accepted nominations. “We try to hold this ceremony on the Silver City Days weekend, as it ties in nicely with the community spirit and pride that is generated by the HOC program,” he said, adding that the program has had a very successful 20 years. “To date, 142 individuals and groups have been recognized on the monument and we currently have two that have been accepted for the next ceremony.” A quick stroll by the Home of Champions plaques will show the musicians, businesspeople and more who have earned their spot on the downtown monument, located at Farwell Street and Cedar Avenue. Forbes says the low number of nomination packages this past year could have to do with misconceptions about who quali-

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There will be no Home of Champions inductions to the monument during this year’s Silver City Days as the committee seeks to acquire more nominations before an official ceremony. fies for the honour. Recognizing athletes if athletes make up the majority of the is just part of what the society hopes to inductees. There are three categories in accomplish. which a champion may be grouped: sports, “It is important to clarify that the HOC lifestyle and business and science.” program is not just about recognizing Another misconception about the HOC athletes,” he said. “I don't even know nomination process is that all nominees

have to be from Trail. “There may be someone who is deserving of the honour, but their achievements are not well known,” said Forbes, adding that that person might be from Fruitvale, or Montrose or Rossland. Even though they are short three accepted honourees, both Forbes and Lisa Pasin, the Trail council representative on the HOC board, say the program is extremely important to Trail and the surrounding communities. “It is important, as a community, that we recognize those that have achieved success and take the opportunity to celebrate with each other,” said Pasin, adding that the program shows no signs of shutting or slowing down. “Greater promotion (of the HOC program) is important because recognition of citizens creates a greater sense of community for our citizens and strengthens community pride. The board wants to recognize everyone that should be on the monument from the Greater Trail Area.” The board accepts nominations all year round. Specific criteria and the proper forms for a nominations can be found on the City of Trail website, or by contacting Forbes at jfforbes@telus.net. “(We) encourage residents to nominate anyone they feel may be deserving of being recognized on the monument,” said Forbes. “It is a very special honour and one to be proud of.”

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potatoes, or for the sweet tooth, apple pie grill cheese. Whatever the choice, sandwiches are served on fresh ciabatta that’s grilled on a panini press. “Our first event was last weekend at Castlegar’s Spring Fling,” she said. “I’ve already had one lady come up to me on the street to

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PEOPLE David Andrew Taylor Aug 1955 - May 6, 2015 It is with profound regret that the family of David Andrew Taylor announce that he has passed away after a very hard fought four year battle with pancreatic cancer. David was born in Kamloops in 1955 and lived his young life there and in Salmon Arm. He was an outdoorsman at heart and his life was filled with hunting, fishing, riding, cattle ranching and, being a the consummate cowboy, roping garbage cans from the back of a moving truck with his best friend Jim. David moved to northern Alberta in his early twenties and became an excavator and heavy machinery operator in the oilfield which was his profession for the rest of his life. He was a true craftsman and was considered one of the very best in his field. He travelled the four western provinces and the Yukon for his jobs and made many friends along the way. In 1984 he met and married his wife, Stacy, and together they built their life and raised their two sons, Josh and Derek. In 1992 they decided it was time to come home to BC and settled in Stacy’s home town of Fruitvale. David made his life here one filled with homecomings from far flung jobs, popping in to star in the Over the Hill gang’s hockey games, chasing all the wildlife that he could during hunting season and fishing as often as he could squeeze it in. For those of us who loved him, in our hearts, we know that David has now gone hunting far, far above the timberline. David is survived by his wife of 30 years, Stacy, his sons, Josh and Derek and his most loved granddaughter, Lana. He is also survived by his sister Linda Huntington, brother Robert, his Aunts, Evelyn (Don) Bacon, Anna (Wayne) Webber & Alma Quibell as well his brothers and sisters-in-law Ardie (Bill) Thomas, Howard (Val) Shannon, Debbie (David) Leavitt, Wally (Dawn) Shannon, his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many good friends. David was predeceased by both his father Dennis and father-in-law Johnny Shannon in 2004, his mother Marie in 2012, his mother-in-law Beth Shannon in 2013 and his nephew Nicklas in 2015. A family memorial will be held at a later date. Our family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the charity of your choice. Our family wishes to say thank you to all our friends and family for your care and kindness. A special thanks to Bob and Carol who held us up when the going got very rough. To Bert, Bob and Jim, better friends were never made. The love and kindness that each of you wrapped our family in will forever be cherished by us all. We would also wish to express our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Scotland, the nurses and staff in KBRH Oncology department. Your level of excellence is beyond measure and your compassion is felt deeply in the hearts of our family. To the nurses from Home Care, your gentle care for David made him feel safe and heard. To the kind, lovely nurse who held David’s hand as he left this world, words will never be enough to express our gratitude. And lastly to our own Dr. Libby McCoid. David was blessed to have you. You are truly on the side of the Angels. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca

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Mark MacAulay’s crib game with Ron Babcock on Tuesday afternoon turned out to be one for the books when he cut the five of diamonds to complete the rare 29-point cribbage hand. According to a variety of sources, the odds of getting a 29 crib hand are one in 216,580, the odds of getting a hole in one for an average golfer are one in 12,500, the odds of bowling a 300 game are one in 11,500, the odds of being struck by lightning in your lifetime are one in 3,000 and the odds of winning Lotto 6-49 are one in 14 million.

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Frances Pauline Gordon A memorial service for Fran Gordon, who passed away Feb. 10, 2015, will be held on May 9 at 11:00am, at the Fruitvale United Church. A graveside service will follow.

December 6th, 1933 – May 3rd, 2015 With heartfelt sorrow we announce the passing of Ida, loving mother to three (Pat (Gerri), Lila (Mark) and Louise), grandmother to six (Christine (Cory), Ryan, Shaun, Krista (Hose) and Blake) and great-grandmother of two (Ruby and Jake). Ida is now reunited with beloved Harv, her brother (Bud) and sister (Grace), mother and father. She is survived by her sisters Mary (Jim) and Betty (Bill) and mother-in-law Lotti. Born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Ida relocated to British Columbia in her teenage years. Throughout her life she met every challenge with strength, determination, passion and love. The family would also like to acknowledge her close friends Dick, Laura, Eillen and Elrose. A celebration of Ida’s life will be held in June. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

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Union turns up the heat in bid to save laundry services at KGH By Alistair Waters Kelowna Capital News

In its ongoing bid to try and convince Interior Health not to contract out its laundry services in 11 communities throughout the region, including Kelowna, the Health Employees’ Union held another protest rally outside Kelowna General Hospital Wednesday. And this time, union representatives said they were buoyed by more than 12,000 signatures collected on a petition calling on IH to keep the existing service in place. According to Jennifer Whiteside, secretary/treasurer of the HEU, 175 workers in the Interior Health Authority region could loose their jobs if the laundry service is contracted out to a firm in either the Lower Mainland or Alberta, 28 of them at KGH. She said for those who do find work with the contractor, the pay will likely be lower than the roughly $18 per hour now paid to laundry workers. The union wants IH to invest $10 million over then next 10 years to update its laundry facilities across the health authority region, a move IH has so far resisted. The union considered the investment a “drop in the bucket,” when compared withe the overal $17 billion spent on healthcare in B.C. So the union is taking its petition to the provincial government—which funds Interior Health—and is stepping up its public pressure campaign to save the laundry workers jobs.

For laundry worker Jessica Guthrie, the loss of her job at KGH could have a devastating effect on her and her family. “If I lose my job, I could lose my house,” said the young mother of two. She said the service here does laundry not only for Kelowna General but also eight other care facilities in the area. And it is an integral part of the local healthcare system as it provide clean linens, towns and gowns for a growing hospital, a service that helps stop the spread of infection. On an average day, more than 17,000 pounds of laundry is washed at KGH and both Gutherie and the union fear that if it were to be contracted out to a firm elsewhere, the turn-around time for getting fresh, clean linens back to the hospital could be compromised. Whiteside said IH has conceded the existing laundry service, despite operating with machinery that is well out of date is excellent, but the issue not the quality of work being done but rather is finding money for the required upgrade of the equipment. The union is trying to make a presentation to Kelowna city council in a bid to win it’s support for keeping the service here. However, so far, the city has rebuffed the union. But other municipal council’s elsewhere in the southern Interior have lend their voice. The HEU says councils in Kamloops, Vernon and 100-Mile House have all called on Interior Health to keep the laundry services “in house.”

Referendum response exceeds municipal election turnout By Jeff Nagel BC Local News

The number of Metro Vancouverites who have voted in the transit tax plebiscite is now pulling ahead of the voter turnout in last November’s municipal elections in most cities. Elections BC has now received more than 600,000 ballots or 38 per cent of the 1.56 million packages it mailed out. More than 550,000 ballots, or 35.3 per cent, have now gone through Elections BC’s initial screening process. The count of screened ballots (see interactive charts broken down by municipality below) shows last November’s municipal election turnout has been surpassed in all major cities of the region except Surrey

and Port Moody. Most Metro cities recorded turnout in November of 25 to 32 per cent, with Vancouver at 37.6 per cent. Surrey’s rate of ballots returned and screened is just under 30 per cent – the worst in the region – but even that city isn’t far behind its November election turnout rate of 31.5 per cent. Anyone who hasn’t received a ballot, or

lost or misplaced theirs, has until midnight May 15 to ask Elections BC for one by calling 1-800-6618683 or see more info at elections.bc.ca/plebiscite. The deadline for ballots to be received is 8 p.m. Friday May 29, but ballots mailed in late May might not arrive in time and should instead be dropped off at an Elections BC plebiscite office.

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Alberta election last nail in Northern Gateway coffin: Cullen By Anna Killen Terrace Standard

Skeena-Bulkley Valley NDP MP Nathan Cullen says if the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline project wasn’t dead before the NDP sweep of the Alberta provincial election, it is now. NDP leader Rachel Notley led her party to an historic victory in this week’s provincial election, overturning decades of Progressive Conservative rule, and promising her majority government would bring change to Alberta. Part of that change is her stance on Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline, which as proposed would transport heavy crude from Alberta to a terminal in Kitimat where it would then be shipped to eastern markets. Notley knocked out PC premier Jim Prentice, who resigned not only the party leadership but also his seat. Before becoming leader of the PCs, Prentice had been tasked with shoring up support for Northern Gateway. The controversial pipeline was approved by the federal government nearly a year ago, subject to 209 conditions, and the company has been working towards meeting those conditions. “Rachel Notley was elected in with a

“This is another nail in the coffin. Enbridge, if they don’t know that, then they’re not very bright – and we know they’re bright because they hire a lot of expensive people.” MP Nathan Cullen

strong majority government on a mandate to not pursue the Northern Gateway pipeline,” said Cullen. “If this were such an important pipeline and people had great hopes and expectations that would have been very difficult for her to win.” Enbridge Northern Gateway released a statement to media yesterday saying that the company looks forward to sitting down with the new Alberta government to provide an update on the project and their partnerships with First Nations in Alberta and B.C. “We share a vision with the new Alberta government for world leading environmental protections for energy projects,” read the statement. “We believe that our vision for this project will earn the support of the new government and we look forward to this dialogue.” Cullen said he doesn’t know what else it will take for the company to give up its pipeline plans. “This is another nail in the coffin. Enbridge, if they don’t know that,

then they’re not very bright – and we know they’re bright because they hire a lot of expensive people,” he said. And Cullen thinks the company should spend more time pursuing projects that have the endorsement and support of First Nations, citing preliminary plans between Enbridge and Kitselas to explore geothermal opportunities on Kitselas territory near the Lakelse hot

springs. “Why fight against communities,” he said. “Why not work with us?” Over the past several months Cullen campaigned on his private members bill, which, along with banning supertankers off the north coast, focussed on a value-added energy plan – something Notley speaks of as well. “She’s also suggested that value-added is very important to changing the math on these pipelines – changing the risk and reward with these pipelines,” he said. “Getting away from one pipeline or another... broadening the conversation.”

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Recreation in the Valley and Park Appreciation Night

pring is a favourite time of year for many: the sun is out, the creeks are rising, the birds are busy, the buds have broken open at the vineyards, soccer fields are full of kids and parents, the holiday trailer is getting cleaned up and ready to go, parades and festivals kick off, and my Dad is planting his garden. This is also a time to get outdoors and explore new and different recreational activities. Part of what makes our community healthy and vibrant are the many wonderful opportunities we have here in the Beaver Valley. Did you know that we have 14 parks in the Beaver Valley? There are four walking trails, and we are currently working with Kootenay Columbia Trails Society and a volunteer group to create another. Each of our parks and trails offer something a

little different. The walking trails are for all age groups; we encourage you to try them. We will soon be looking to the public to help us generate some recreation development ideas for the 95 acres of land that our former Mayor, Libby Nelson, generously donated to B.V. Recreation in 2014. Named “Columbia Ridge” at Libby’s request, we look forward to this new opportunity for the region – thank you Libby! In addition to these activities, B.V. Recreation offers a variety of programs and specials events throughout the year for adults, seniors, youth and pre-schoolers. Go to rdkb.com/Services/ RecreationCulture/ BeaverValley for more information, or call the B.V. Recreation Office at 250 367–9319. Our friendly and professional staff will be pleased to help you. You will also

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Community Comment find maps for our great walking trails on the website. Some exciting new projects approved for 2015 include: a new playground for Mazzochi Park, and a facelift for the Arena which includes: new paint, signage, doors, landscaping, improved meeting room; and upgrading the shower stalls, and power pole replacement at the Beaver Creek Valley Family Park. Your Recreation Committee and staff have declared June 9, 2015 as “Park Appreciation Day”.

This year’s feature park will be our Beaver Valley Family Park, located at Marsh Creek, just a couple of kilometres east of Fruitvale. This is a great place to hold your family or group picnic, reunions, weddings and social gatherings. There is plenty for everyone to do, with a horseshoe pitch, a playground for the children; hiking trails a field great for bocce, ball or soccer games, volleyball and basketball courts and a 40’x 40’ cement pad great for dancing. There are a number of trailer and tent sites available with water, electricity and showers with wheelchair access and is open June 1st to Labour Day long weekend. On June 9, bring your family out to this family friendly park for hot dogs and refreshments from 5-7 p.m. Bring some activities for the kids. Bring a lawn chair and your own pic-

nic if you like. Enter to win door prizes during the event. Come out and see what a great venue this really is! Beaver Va l l e y Recreation offers a variety of leisure activities for all ages, interests and all skill levels. There is fun, fitness and a healthy lifestyle for the whole family. These are our parks and facilities: come out and enjoy them! Hope to see you there. Ali Grieve is the director for the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Area A. Community Comment is an opportunity for elected officials from our local municipalities to update citizens in the region on the events, plans and progress in their respective communities. Every Friday, the Trail Times will present, on a rotating basis, a submission from councils, school trustees or regional district directors.

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Letters & Opinion

A series of errant predictions on provincial votes over the last couple of years bruised the profession and Alberta’s counterintuitive swing to the left was seen as a test of polling’s predictive powers. Pollster Frank Graves of Ekos Research says the industry needed a collective win and that Albertans themselves continued to believe there would be a Progressive Conservative victory late into the campaign. Bruce Cameron, president of Calgary-based polling firm

Return on Insight, was casting doubt on an NDP victory in a published op-ed as recently as Sunday, even though his own survey results strongly suggested otherwise. Pollsters say fluctuating voter turnout is the wild card that confounds election predictions, but the solid NDP trend line of support throughout the Alberta campaign made Tuesday night’s victory a certainty when 58 per cent of eligible voters - more than usual in Alberta cast ballots.

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tion we should offer the wild areas of the north is a good dose of profiteering. Thus the formation of the Arctic Economic Council, a self-selecting group of businesses that work in that formidably difficult region. The economic council was a chief highlight of Aglukkaq’s term as chair of the Arctic Council. Except in corporate boardrooms, our current government has made very few friends globally for its environment policies. Rather, our government has made our country a global embarrassment on issues of greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. Remember when Canada’s global brand used to be our forests, glaciers, clean rivers and open, unpolluted vistas? Not so much any more. So, well and good that Canada no longer drafts the agenda for the Arctic Council. Far better to be a follower, in the presence of better leaders. The next decade is expected to be a watershed space of time for the Arctic. Either we will preserve what we can, or we will risk losing it all in the greatest global disaster in human history. Activists around the world still hold out hope that with strong measures to cut greenhouse gas emissions, we can avoid the worst. Based on its record, the Canadian government scarcely gives climate change in general and its effects in the north in specific, a reluctant second thought. The Arctic Council can be a strong voice, based on its highly industrialized member nations and historic indigenous peoples as stakeholders. Let us hope that a rotation of strong leadership can help bring that about. Lord knows, leadership on the environment from the outside is the best Canadians can hope for.

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Proposed Kootenay Operations Centre Later this year, FortisBC will submit an application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN) to the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) for approval to construct a FortisBC operations centre in Castlegar. If the BCUC approves the application, FortisBC expects facility construction to begin in the spring of 2016. The proposed facility will mainly provide FortisBC with a long-term solution for replacing aging facilities and those that are reaching the end of their useful life in the Kootenays. The new operations centre will allow us to better serve our customers in the region. For more information and to submit comments, visit fortisbc.com/KootenayOps, email KootenayOpsFeedback@fortisbc.com or call 1-866-436-7847. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (15-135.3 04/2015)

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Woman sends hospital $122.50 bill for wait time THE CANADIAN PRESS Time is money, and Leslie Ellins wants a refund for hers... literally. The financial planner recently wrote a letter to a central Ontario hospital demanding to be reimbursed after waiting an hour and a half for a one-minute cortisone injection. Ellins says she finds fault with the scheduling practices at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre, adding at least four patients were scheduled to see the same doctor at the same time. But she says the final straw was being told that the doctor and his staff had taken a lunch break while patients languished in the waiting room. She says her anger simmered for weeks, but finally boiled over when she received a $25 invoice for a procedure that had previously been offered free of charge. The Buckhorn, Ont., woman wrote the hospital back with a bill of her own, saying it owed her $122.50 for her wasted time. Ellins calculated the fee based on her professional hourly rate of $75 minus the charge for the injection, but said the money was only a secondary issue. “It’s the total lack of courtesy on the part of everybody at the hospital that really angered me,” Ellins said in a telephone interview. “It’s totally disrespectful.” Ellins said her ordeal took place on April 14 when she showed up for an 11:15 a.m. appointment. As she sat in the waiting room, she said she observed at least three other people check in for the same time-slot that she thought had been reserved for her. As time crept by, Ellins said

one patient approached the receptionist to ask if he could step out for a quick bite to eat in order to keep his diabetes under control. She said she was shocked when the receptionist refused his request on the grounds that he might miss his appointment time. Ellins said she became furious when she then learned that lunch breaks were allowed for some people - namely the doctor and his staff, who had all stepped out for a meal some time around noon. “When I have clients waiting, I don’t take lunch or I don’t take breaks,” she said. “That just shocked me. That’s sort of what pushed me over the edge.” When Ellins finally got to see her doctor at 12:45 p.m. and confronted him about the wait time, he told her such issues were all the responsibility of the hospital. With that in mind, Ellins penned her letter of complaint on May 1 and put it in the mail earlier this week. The Peterborough Regional Health Centre said it has been in contact with Ellins to discuss her concerns. “We welcome constructive feedback that will help us to improve our performance and provide our patients with the care they deserve,” the centre said in a statement Thursday. Ellins said the experience has left her feeling disillusioned with the Canadian health-care system, arguing care providers have lost sight of basic customer service practices and could use a reminder as to who pays their salary. She also said she’s considering a different approach next time she needs to get a routine injection. “Give me the needle,” she said. “I’ll ram it in there.”

May 7, 2015 For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC as a public service. Queen’s Bay:

Present level: 1741.89 ft. 7 day forecast: Up 10 to 12 inches. 2014 peak:1750.37 ft. / 2013 peak:1749.42 ft.

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Present level: 1740.76 ft. 7 day forecast: Up 10 to 12 inches.

Levels can change unexpectedly due to weather or other conditions. For more information or to sign-up for unusual lake levels notifications by phone or email, visit www.fortisbc.com or call 1-866-436-7847.

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Holy Trinity Trail & District Churches CWL balances Goodbye Trail health, work and hospitality

I would like to take the opportunity in this article to say my goodbye to Trail. After 7 wonderful years here my husband and I are being transferred. We will be leaving the middle of June.

ollowing the May 4 evening Mass at Holy Trinity Church, CWL members moved to the Gathering Space for the evening program. Guest speaker, Occupational Therapist Mary Hamilton led the group in practicing balancing exercises. She explained her role in assisting clients with better functioning and gave tips for preventing falls and strengthening the back.   The business meeting opened with Spiritual chair Allison Smith’s reflection on Mother’s Day and Blessed Mother Mary. Bunny Dallas, Christian Family Life chair, announced that a March for Life will be held in Victoria and Ottawa on May 14 and 15. She gave updates from the Right to Life AGM and urged members to use the postcard campaign to express concerns re.physician assisted suicide. Letter writing action on the topic was outlined by Resolutions and Legislation chair Mary Billingsley, who reminded members to advocate for the conscience rights of healthcare workers. Sister Norma Gallant, Community Life chair, asked members to pray for the people of Nepal and to contribute to their earthquake relief fund through Holy Trinity Parish, which will forward a grand total to the Development and Peace organization. The Canadian government will match our contributions until May 25, 2015. Co-chair Anne Pisacreta reminded members to pray for Canadian troops and their families and to remember them by wearing red on Fridays. Rosemarie Catalano circulated copies of a national hospitality survey from the League magazine, and volunteered to return completed forms. Connie Makse read excerpts from Pope Francis’ Message for the 49th World Communication Day, May 17. Communicating the family is the theme for the Pope’s letter. Council members approved a request from Communities in Bloom to contribute to the incrEDIBLE Trail planter project. Spiritual Advisor Fr. Bart van Roijen commended the council for their generosity in hosting the recent Nelson Diocesan Convention. The three day convention attracted 105 members from 21 parish councils who gathered for prayer, education, business sessions and spiritual development. Guest speakers were Louise McEwan, “Our Lady of Good Counsel”, Jackie Drysdale, “The Catholic Church in Local History” and Provincial CWL President Pat DePiesse, who presented a “CWL Facelift” workshop. FAIR’s Dental Access Fund, which assists low income citizens of the Kootenay Boundary, was the recipient of the Convention’s special collection. Holy Trinity organizers provided frequent opportunities for fun and friendship throughout the convention. President Marjorie Nutini thanked Convention chair Sandra Stajduhar and all the members for their hard work and warm hospitality that made the three day event a resounding success. Teresa Mandoli, past president, noted that the National CWL will celebrate its 100th Anniversary in 2020 with a gala convention in Montreal. The meeting concluded with a joyful chorus of “Happy Birthday” and the “Blessing Song” to acknowledge 98-year-old active member Vicki Bisaro. There will be a dinner meeting to honor members June 2 at the Legion, with guest speaker, Anne Godderis discussing “Women Creating Change. ”

I remember the first day we arrived as we came around the corner and there was Trail in front of us. My first thought was, “Do you ever take such beauty for granted?” Since then we have been blessed to travel around BC. It certainly is “Beautiful British Columbia.” And no, you never take it for granted; we have continually been amazed at God’s handiwork. Then I began to get to know the people in my own congregation and the community. I found not only is Trail beautiful, but so are its people.

I think back to how generous you have been to us each Christmas. And even throughout the year supporting our Food Bank and Soup Kitchen. Please accept my grateful thanks. We could not do it without you. And we could not do it without all the volunteers who come alongside us at our Community Services and our Thrift Store. It will be very difficult to leave, I have come to love it here. The only thing that I know is that God has always been faithful to me. I have lived in many different places, had many experiences both good and bad but have always placed my trust in God. I know that He is with me and for me and He loves me. So that is what I would like to leave with you. No matter what is happening in our lives, God is faithful. Scripture gives us many verses that tell us this. One of my favorites is from Lamentations. I love that it says, “new every morning.” We can face each new day knowing His love and grace and mercy. Lamentations 3:22, 23 “His compassions never fail, they are new every morning: great is your faithfulness.” I commend you to the faithfulness of God. Major Heather Harbin The Salvation Army

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Greater Trail soccer player Nolan DeRosa will join the Wolfpack in Kamloops, following a commitment last week to attend Thompson River University and play for the Canada West CIS squad. “It’s pretty exciting,” said DeRosa. “I’ve always wanted to play at a university level of soccer, and as soon as Thompson River started looking at me, I really took it seriously and wanted to go there.” DeRosa has trained with the Whitecaps FC Kootenay Academy (WFCKA) in Nelson for the past two years, and became one of its first success stories after committing to play for TRU. “Nolan is the first of the domino affect I think,” said WFCKA coach Brett Adams. “We’re still hopeful that a few more players this season will get places. It’s our first year that we’ve actually tried to move players onto the university, and, like I said, Nolan’s probably the first that is going to have a few follow in his footsteps.” The 17-year-old J.L. Crowe student attended TRU’s player ID camp April 11-12, where 35 players took to the manicured pitch at Hillside Stadium and were put through a grueling weekend of practice and play. Although matched up against older players, DeRosa made an impression on Wolfpack soccer coach John Antulov during the camp, and the former Vancouver 86er extended the invitation for DeRosa to join the Pack. “He very much reminds me of a younger Austin Scheebeli (Salmon Arm) when he got here three years ago,” said Antulov in a release. “It will take him time to adjust as he hasn’t played against these players on a consistent basis. I believe he has the ability and the work ethic to adjust quickly.” In the annals of Trail sport, hockey, baseball, and fastball players routinely commit to CIS or NCAA universities,

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The Whitecaps FC Kootenay Academy soccer player Nolan DeRosa committed to play soccer in the CIS for the Thompson River University Wolfpack this year. but few soccer players have the Kootenays, Okanagan, Timberwolves. had that opportunity. Vancouver, and Washington. “Nolan will definitely “It’s been kind of weird The training, travel, and have to work and compete,” being the only kid grow- competing at higher levels says Antulov. “My midfield ing up whose been really has certainly paid dividends group will be very strong for competitive at soccer,” said for players like DeRosa, the upcoming season but I DeRosa. “They (WFCKA) and exposure to university believe it will be great for have been a huge help to me, recruiters will surely mean him to learn from the playand coach Brett Adams is the there will be more WFCKA ers that are here. His game main reason why I’ve been players to follow. will grow immensely. He is a improving and continuing to “He’s very, very skillful, central midfielder that is very play at such a good level of he’s quick, and he’s good versatile.” soccer, and the reason why with the ball at his feet,” While cracking the openI’m able to go to Kamloops said Adams. “He’s an exciting 11 may be a stretch in his next year.” ing player to watch especially first year with the Wolfpack, The Whitecaps Academy when he gets moving with DeRosa is excited about the expanded to the Kootenays that ball, we think something opportunity to elevate his in 2013, and, with its cen- good is going to happen. game to the next level and tre in Nelson, attracted play- That’s why he’s caught the embrace the new challenge. ers from around the West eye of the TRU head coach.” “I’m looking forward to Kootenay including DeRosa The Wolfpack play in just getting the chance to and another Trail native the Canada West University play with kids that are at Paige Gattafoni - a goaltend- Athletic Association’s Pacific that level already and gaining er who was named to the All Division against teams experience from them,” he Star team at last month’s from UBC, UBC-Okanagan, said. “Besides that, just train, Whitecaps FC Showcase in University of Victoria, and try to stay in the best Vancouver. Trinity Western, UNBC, and shape as I can. You know it’s WFCKA identifies skilled University of Fraser Valley. going to be a big jump to play players and takes their game DeRosa will join the team at the CIS level.” to the next level, through Aug. 1 with the Pack’s first DeRosa will work towards camps, training combines, game already scheduled a business degree while and tournaments throughout for Aug. 20 against UNBC attending TRU.

Joines leads National Para-Alpine Team

CALGARY, AB – Alpine Canada Alpin (“ACA”) announced Wednesday the members of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team, Canadian Ski Cross Team and the Canadian Para-Alpine Ski Team for the 2015-16 season. This year’s group of National Team members includes Olympic and Paralympic medalists, ‘Canadian Cowboy’ veterans and a promising array of talented ath-

letes, ensuring ongoing international podium success. Seven athletes round out the Canadian Para-Alpine Ski Team, made up of four men and three women. Leading the Canadian Para-Alpine team will be Rossland’s Kimberley Joines one of the world’s best female sit-skiers, as well as Erin Latimer and Alana Ramsay.

Mac Marcoux is the youngest team member, winning an impressive three medals at the Sochi Paralympic Winter Games – one gold (giant slalom) and two bronze (downhill and super G). Kirk Schornstein, the men’s Canadian Champion in 2013, Braydon Luscombe and Kurt Oatway complete the men’s team. See OLYMPIC, Page 11

The Trail Smoke Eaters announced the hiring of their new full-time assistant coach this week. St. Albert native Ryan Donald will join Smoke Eater head coach Nick Deschenes’ and assistants Barry Zanier and Craig Clair for the 2015-16 season in hopes of directing the Smokies onto a winning track. “I am thrilled to get started with the Smoke Eaters and work to build a championship caliber program alongside coach Deschenes,” Donald said in a release. “The BCHL is widely recognized as one of the premier junior ‘A’ leagues in North America, and I am excited to return to western Canada where I grew up and played myself.” Donald opened the 2014-15 season as an assistant coach of the Woodstock Slammers in the Maritime Hockey League and took over head-coaching and assistant GM duties in February. The Slammers finished second in their division with an impressive 36-10-0-2 record, before being upset in the first round of the playoffs by the Miramichi Timberwolves. While Donald’s coaching experience may be slight, the 28-year-old former defenceman has a seasoned pedigree as a player. Donald played two years in the Alberta Junior Hockey league before receiving a NCAA Div 1 scholarship with the Yale Bulldogs who he captained in his senior year and was all-academic team and ECAC champion in 2010. After graduation, he went on to play four years in the AHL with Providence Bruins and Charlotte Checkers and ECHL’s Gwinnet Gladiators, where he gained experience coaching hockey while in his final season with the Gladiators. “He’s a defenceman and we were looking for someone with that knowledge,” said Deschenes. “Ryan’s coaching experience with the Woodstock Slammers, his playing experience in the AHL, ECHL, ECAC, championship experiences, and leadership qualities make him an extremely well qualified coach for the BCHL.” The position also affords Donald the opportunity to move closer to home, but, more so, he is intent on improving the Smoke Eaters chances and realizing the opportunities of Smokie players. “My goal is to help each player within the Smoke Eaters organization reach their individual goals, while also growing the footprint the Smoke Eaters have in the community and surrounding area,” said Donald. The addition of Donald comes just days after the signing of highly-touted goaltender Bailey Macburnie, and former B.V. Nitehawk Kurt Black as the Smokies continue to improve the on-ice product during the off-season. And while Deschenes admits the Smokies may not have as many committed players to start this campaign, he thinks that may be a positive. “We’re going to only have four commitments so far, but I feel like we should have about 10 players who will generate some interest. It’s a little bit different than last year, but I think having players come in hungry is really going to be a different on-ice product than players that already have their future set.” According to Deschenes, Donald will be involved in all aspects of hockey operations working alongside assistant coaches Zanier and Clare to continue to grow and enhance the Smoke Eater’s program. “It’s another small victory for Trail,” said Deschenes. “Adding someone of Ryan’s calibre is not an opportunity that presents itself often and we are fortunate he has chosen to be in Trail for the upcoming season. “It speaks volumes of the Trail Smoke Eaters organization, as it remains a well recognized and respected brand in the hockey world, and also reflects positively on the BCHL reputation to not only draw top end hockey players, but coaches as well.”

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NHL Playoffs All games Eastern Time Wednesday Games Tampa Bay 2 Montreal 1 Tampa Bay leads series 3-0 Washington 2 New York Rangers 1 Washington leads series 3-1 Thursday Games N/A Montreal at Tampa Bay 7 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota 9:30 p.m. Today’s Games N/A Anaheim at Calgary 9:30 p.m. Washington at New York 7 p.m. Saturday’s Games Tampa Bay at Montreal 7 p.m. (if nec.) Minnesota at Chicago TBD (if nec.) Sunday Games New York at Washington 7 p.m. (if nec) Calgary at Anaheim 9:30 p.m. (if nec)

oo bad, to jump on the but it unlikely Alberta seems bandwagon. I was The NDP just oh-so accurate won a majority in in assessing the an Alberta elecHabs/Lightning tion, so stranger series. Soon things (than a there will be no Calgary comeDAVE Canadian teams back) have already left in the Stanley happened in that Cup playoffs. province. In the •It is a hopeSports ‘n’ Things Monteal case, ful sign that the there is no offence to be count- Smoke Eaters are making moves ed on - it is always unlikely a that seem bound to improve the team can win 1-0 four times competitive abilities of the team, in seven games and that is the but I am still waiting for some pace upon which the Canadiens confirmation it will continue to are rolling. Combine that with exist even in the near future. them attempting to coast into It is unsettling, however, overtime and playing haphazard that there is not one Home defence on the way to 0-3 in of Champions native on the the series, and we, or most of lengthy (13 strong) reserve list. us, will all soon need to pick Given that all but one of the an American team to support five Trail kids on last season’s (I may go with the Washington roster is likely to be moving on, Capitals) or move on to summer the early indications for much pursuits. of a local presence for the new In the case of the Flames, season are not positive. despite their rising once more • Ball fans should plan to into the last-minute breach last put aside a couple of June weekgame, it looks like the Ducks will ends for watching the senior be too big - their top line out- men play. It seems the diffiweighs the Flames’ top line by culty of attracting teams to the more than 100 pounds - and too area means most of the Orioles’ talented for this year’s Calgary regular season will take place on squad to overcome. They are the road. Nothing listed on the exciting to watch (much more web site, still, but I am assured so than the Habs) so in case of there will be at least those two, a miracle advance it will be easy sometime-in-June, events.

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Enlist mother’s support to make her happy Mailbox

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ple’s intentions are good, but I don’t want to be taken advantage of. Why doesn’t my mother think I’m good enough? I don’t drink, I go to church, I obey my parents, and I’m in the National Honor Society. People say my mother is lucky to have a daughter like me, but I don’t feel that from her. I don’t mean to sound conceited, but I’m starting to get tired of always being good. I’m scared I may just stop trying. -- Not Good Enough Dear Not Good: Everyone needs to feel that their efforts are appreciated, and kids especially need to know that their parents believe them to be good people. We think your mother knows this, but she worries. She

for your due date; you’re carrying high (or low) and that means it’s a boy (or a girl); you’ve gained too much or too little weight; they were in terrible labor for 197 hours, etc. I told my patients that nobody in the history of human civilization had ever given birth to the partic-

ular baby they were carrying, that the odds were overwhelming for a normal labor and delivery, and if there were any problems, I’d be there to take care of them. -- Dr. John Elfmont in Redondo Beach, Calif. Dear Dr. Elfmont: Well said. Thank you for the reassuring words.

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doesn’t want you to alienate the people you work with, but you are right to set boundaries for yourself (as long as you are polite about it). It engenders respect. But please don’t use your mother’s fretting as an excuse to go off the rails. Talk to her. Reassure her that you are not expected to say “yes” to every request. Let her know that she has done a great job raising you and now must allow you to make your own decisions and live with the consequences, so you can learn to be the responsible adult she expects. Enlist her support and cooperation. Ask for her advice. It will make her happy to know you still value it. Dear Annie: This is in response to the “horror stories” that women tell pregnant mothers-to-be. As an obstetrician (retired), with over 5,000 babies delivered, here is what I call Dr. Elfmont’s Rule of Pregnancy: Never listen to what people (your mother, grandmother, aunts, etc.) tell you about their pregnancies -you’re too big or too small

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Dear Annie: I am 17 years old. I have a job that requires I work only a few times a month, and the staff can trade shifts if they choose. I have been at this job for two years, and I enjoy it. During my first year here, I was taken advantage of quite a lot. People would constantly ask me to change shifts, but I would later find out they had nothing particular going on to require it. I learned how to say no, because I don’t really trust some of them. I agree to change shifts with people who ask me in advance or tell me what’s going on, but have become wary of those who ask at the last minute. The problem is my mother. She always makes me feel as though I’m not behaving properly. When I’m asked to switch shifts for no good reason, she says, “Why didn’t you say yes? You’re supposed to say yes.” I then get a lecture on how I need to be more responsible and more understanding when people have other things to do with their time. I know that most peo-

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YourByhoroscope Francis Drake For Saturday, May 9, 2015 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Avoid making important decisions today, because your thinking is a bit fuzzy. And if not fuzzy, you might be forced to work with false information. Same thing. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Important decisions regarding finances and cash flow should be avoided, because someone might deceive you today. At best, the information you have is not correct. Guard against extravagance! GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Mercury is in your sign right now, but today it is at odds with fuzzy Neptune. This can cause your thinking to be fuzzy as well. Don’t worry if you spend a lot of time daydreaming in a fantasy world. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Things are a bit confus-

ing, which is why this is a poor day to make important decisions. You might discover secrets, but you might misinterpret what these secrets mean. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) In discussions with others today, especially in groups, a misunderstanding might arise. Take note: If you think something fishy is going on, it is. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) This is a poor day to volunteer for anything important or to agree to anything when talking to bosses, parents and authority figures. You might not have the correct picture of what is expected of you. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Because your appreciation of beauty is heightened today, you will enjoy art galleries, museums, parks and beautiful architectural buildings. Grab an opportunity to do this.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Discussions about shared property, taxes, debt and the wealth of others should be postponed today. Someone is feeding you a line or hiding something from you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Misunderstanding with partners and close friends are likely today: Fortunately, they might be minor. Don’t jump to conclusions until

you know your facts are correct. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You might want to help a co-worker today. If so, get all the facts, in case someone is playing you for a chump. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Be careful with your children today, because they might be tempted to explore poisonous liquids or some-

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Houses For Sale ROSSLAND, 2BDRM. Reduced, as is, all furniture, full basement, large garage with pit. $130,000. 250-362-5518

Lots Large corner building lot. Emerald Ridge, Warfield. Great sun & view. Call 250.368.3120. $125,000.

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FRUITVALE, D.T. 1917 Beaver St. 2bd., 1bth. Well built 1982 home, laundry room, good sized diningroom/livingroom, full unfinished basement, huge brick gas fireplace, parquet oak flooring & neutral coloured carpet, 2 sky lights, new metal roof, energy efficient furnace, large covered porch, single car garage, approx. 1,060sq.ft. $235,000. 250-367-9667

ROSSLAND, bach. apt. Golden City Manor. Over 55. N/S. N/P. Subsidized. 250362-5030, 250-231-9777 ROSSLAND, Downtown, apt and rooms for rent, short-term/ long-term. 250-231-8015 TRAIL, 2BD. apt. Furn. or unfurn.; with or without utilities, f/s/w. N/S, N/P. Close to downtown & bus stop. $650./mo. ++. Avail. May1st. 250-367-9939 TRAIL, spacious 1&2bdrm. apartment. Adult building, perfect for seniors/ professionals. Cozy, clean, quiet, comfortable. Must See. Best kept secret downtown Trail. 250368-1312 W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. in 4-plex., enclosed parking. $600./mo. 250-551-1106

W.TRAIL 2-bdrm. main floor. f/s,w/d,d/w, central a/c. $700./mo. + util. 250-368-1015

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BV SR. MANOR, FRUITVALE unassisted living, 55yrs.+, non-smokers only, N/P, bachelor suite. $377./mo. w/util. &cable. 250-367-7612, 250-367-7046 Edgewater Townhouse Glenmerry, 3bd, f/s, $850./mo. Long-term only. 250-368-5908 Ermalinda Estates, Glenmerry, spacious 1-2bdrms. Adults only. Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph.250-364-1922 Francesco Estates, Glenmerry,spacious 1-3bdrms. Adults only (45+). Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph. 250-3686761 Glenmerry 2bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $775./mo. 250-368-5908

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Bella Vista, Shavers Bench Townhomes. N/S, N/P. 2-3 bdrms. Phone 250-364-1822

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GLENMERRY, 4BDRM., school. 250-368-1671

W.TRAIL, 3BDRM. (Garage) N/S, N/P, F/S, W/D. $800./mo. + utilities. 250-364-1838

SHOP/ WAREHOUSE, 4300 sq.ft. Ample outside space. Good access. 250-368-1312

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Misc for Rent STORAGE &VEHICLE Space Available in Trail. Secure, inside building. 250-368-8736

W.TRAIL, furnished room for rent. $450./mo. incl. util., internet, laundry. N/S, N/P. Ref. 250-608-4425

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E.TRAIL, 2-3bdrm. w/carport, on bus route. N/S, Ref. $850./mo. + util. 250-608-4425

TRAIL, GLENMERRY Twnhse 3Bd., newer floor, windows, paint. $900. 1-250-551-1106

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Lawn-care basics for a healthy backyard turf THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Well-managed turf care means more than simply firing up your lawn mower and buzzing around the yard. There’s cutting at the right height, irrigating with the correct amount of water and fertilizing at the appropriate time, among other things. Some tips for avoiding the most common lawn-care mistakes: - Don’t cut too short. Take only a third of an inch off the top. “Shorter clippings break down more easily, allowing some of the natural nitrogen to return to the soil. If you cut too much at a time, the long clippings can cause stress on the grass,” Schmidt said. - Aerate, which is a matter of removing plugs of soil and thatch. “It encourages deep rooting; improves water, air and nutrient penetration; and promotes growth of healthy

organisms,” Schmidt said. - Don’t ignore your equipment. Keep mower blades sharp and balanced. - Avoid mowing in the same direction all the time to prevent matting down the turf and inhibiting growth. - Fertilize in the fall in you live in northern climes. That gives grass an early push after the snow melts in the spring. Apply fertilizer before the rains come if you live in the South. Avoid high-nitrogen products no matter where your location. - Irrigate frequently but not too heavily each time, said Alec Kowalewski, a professor and turf specialist at Oregon State University. “Turn your water on after Memorial Day,” he said. Set the timer “for three times a week at a quarter of an inch each time. As it heats up, increase the number of days you irrigate.”

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Spacious 2 bdrm home on 2 private acres. One bdrm guest cabin for your visitors. Spend hot summer afternoons down at the creek. Once you are home you will not want to leave this beautiful property. Call Art (250) 368-8818

Exceptional value in a great starter home or revenue property with 2 bdrms up and a basement suite down. Hardwood floors, new carpets, kitchen and bath, doors & windows. You need to check this one out! Call Terry 250-231-1101

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Upgraded unit in sought after Mobile Home Park. Vaulted ceiling, open plan, skylights, 2 bdrm 2 bath, extremely affordable living here. Call today for list of upgrades! Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

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ROSSLAND 4 bdrm 1 bath house $900 / mo plus utils, NS pet friendly 2 bdrm 2 bath newer mobile $750 / mo plus utils, NS No pets Call today if you need your property professionally managed! Terry Alton 250-231-1101 Tonnie Stewart (250) 365-9665

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Bsmt studio suite $550 / mo including utils, NS, Pets with approval

138 Reservoir Road, Trail

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and the Anglican Church and United Church give food to approximately 200 people per week. By installing these planters, incrEDIBLE trail hopes to improve nutrition and engage the recipients to assist in growing the food. When the colourful planters arrive, we are planning a "garden party" and all are invited. This event promises to be fun for all. Because this bus stop serves the children heading to Webster School, an opportunity exists to educate the youngsters about growing vegetables and about community service and charity. It seems that every seed we plant grows much more good than we could have anticipated. You might see people-sized vegetables at the location teaching Trail's finest all about planting and growing, sharing and caring. It is never too early to foster a good citizen. The experience of working with incrEDIBLE trail has been rich in many ways. If you would like to give back to the community that nurtured you, consider participating in this group or Communities in Bloom. Any age and any experience has something to offer. Check us out on Facebook as incrEDIBLE trail or email us at incredibletrail@gmail.com for persons or businesses that would like to sponsor a planter, please call Keystone Appraisals and ask for Gina. Connie Smith is an avid gardener who enjoys participating in incrEDIBLE trail and Communities in Bloom.

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hat happens when a dozen communityminded, positive people get together and exchange ideas – incrEDIBLEtrail. As we enter our second year, we invite the community to join us in realizing our dreams. We wanted to promote the local businesses, agriculture and the people who call Trail home. We wanted to address the needs of Trail. We wanted to inspire change. Connie As the tired, but too true, saying goes, "Don't expect different results if incrEDIBLE trail you keep doing the same thing." Per our mission statement, we are nurturing community by planting seeds to inspire local sustainability through food initiatives. We take every opportunity to educate the public about the benefits of locally grown, sustainable food. Last year we started by encouraging downtown businesses and organizations to raise a container of food and make it available to anyone who wants the produce. This year we will add large planters by the bus stop on Rossland Avenue specifically for the food banks. Funding for this project has been partly by donations from individuals and businesses. Anyone can still donate to sponsor a planter. Kate's Kitchen alone makes 650 meals per month

3379 Laurel Crescent, Trail 1477 - 2nd Avenue, Trail

$149,000

Sweet little package with mechanical upgrades. Newer heat pump, furnace, wiring, plumbing, windows roof....the list goes on. Just move in and enjoy. Call today. Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

$169,000

Fresh, bright, cheery, and immaculate! Low maintenance living with 3 bdrms and 1.5 baths. Updated flooring, appliances, kitchen, most windows, paint, landscaping, central air, large deck and more. Call your REALTOR® now!! Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

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Tonnie Stewart

250-365-9665

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Mary Martin 250-231-0264

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Richard Daoust 250-368-7897

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Mary Amantea

817 Whitetail Dr., Rossland 1665 Maida Road, Christina Lake

$94,500

CHRISTINA LAKE - 12 MONTH YEAR RECREATIONAL RETREAT - this level corner lot is all set up for future development - power - water - septic are all in place. Call today! Call Mark (250) 231-5591

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Custom-built, high-end timber frame home at Redstone. Features high ceilings, timber frame accents, huge windows, and amazing views. The kitchen is gorgeous, the decks are amazing and the bathrooms are deluxe! Call your REALTOR® for your personal viewing. Call Richard (250) 368-7897

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3249 Lilac Crescent, Trail

3802 Dogwood Drive, Trail

Everything has been done! New kitchen, flooring and finished basement. This home has 3 bdrms and 1.5 baths and is in immaculate condition. All you need to do is move in and enjoy. Call for your viewing today!

Bordering on park area and close to the school, this rancher features lots of windows, 3 bdrms on main, huge rec room, single car garage and carport area. Put your decorating ideas to work and you will have an amazing house in a great location. Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

$255,000

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We want to hear from #4-1008 Olaus Way, Rossland

$309,000

Beautiful ground floor condo with 3 bdrms and2 baths. Hardwood floors, gas fi replace, open concept with gorgeous woodwork, granite counter tops, underground parking, tennis courts, hot tub and much, much more. Great price for this package! Call Christine (250) 512-7653

YOU!

1823 Kootenay Ave, Rossland

$180,000

Here’s your chance to get into the Real Estate market. Affordable home situated on a large 60x100 lot with fruit trees and garden. 2 bdrms and a full walk-out basement. Plenty of parking for all the toys. Bright and sunny Call Christine (250) 512-7653

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Are you interested in learning about potential residential development in Trail? We want your feedback!

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250-231-2710

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Deanne Lockhart 250-231-0153

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#3 - 1961 Georgia Street, Rossland

$279,000

Live a dream life. Stunningly beautiful and gorgeous 2 bdrm condo. High end finishings including granite countertops, gorgeous light fixtures, bamboo flooring and 2 bathrooms. Beautifully decorated and ready to move in. Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Art Forrest

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Christine Albo 250-512-7653

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Dave Thoss

250-231-4522

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Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. **Until June 30, 2015, lease a new 2015 Focus SE 4DR Automatic /2015 Escape SE FWD with 2.5L engine/2015 F-150 SuperCrew XLT 4x4 3.5L with 300A Engine and get as low as 0%/0%/0% lease annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 48/48/24 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $22,114/$27,939/$43,749 at 0%/0%/0% APR for up to 48/48/24 months with $1,195/$1,195/$2,275 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $215/$280/$349. Comparison payments are for reference purposes only and are calculated as follows: the monthly payment is annualized (multiplied by 12) and then divided by the comparison period (26 for bi-weekly, 52 for weekly and 365 for daily). For example ($215 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $99.)/($280 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $129.)/($349 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $161.) total lease obligation is $11,515/$14,635/$10,651 and optional buyout is $9,067/$11,734/$23,624. Offer includes $0/$0/$4,500 in manufacturer rebates, $800/$750/$1,500 Ford Credit Lease Cash, and $1,665/$1,750/$1,800 freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Ford Credit Lease Cash and manufacturer rebate deducted . Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 64,000km/64,000km/40,000km for 48/48/24 months apply. Excess kilometrage charges are 12¢per km for Fiesta, Focus, C-Max, Fusion and Escape; 16¢per km for E-Series, Mustang, Taurus, Taurus-X, Edge, Flex, Explorer, F-Series, MKS, MKX, MKZ, MKT and Transit Connect; 20¢per km for Expedition and Navigator, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change, see your local dealer for details. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price.*Until April 30,2015, purchase a new 2015 Focus SE 4DR Automatic/2015 Focus Titanium/2015 Escape SE FWD with 2.5L engine/2015 Escape Titanium/2015 F-150 SuperCrew XLT 4x4 3.5L with 300A Engine/2015 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 for $21,397/$27,914/$27,139/$34,089/$35,771/$50,099 after manufacturer rebates of $0/$0/$0/$0/$4,500/$4,500 is deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total manufacturer rebate has been deducted. Offers include $1,665/$1,665/$1,790/$1,790/$1,800/$1,800 freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives.^When properly equipped. Max. towing of 12,200 lbs with available 3.5L EcoBoost V6 4x2 engine configuration. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR vs. 2015 competitors.^^ When properly equipped. Max. payloads of 3,300 lbs/3,270 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8/3.5L V6 EcoBoost 4x2 engines. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR vs. 2015 competitors.^^^ LED headlamps, taillamps, and side-mirror spotlights avaialble. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. ††Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR.‡F-Series is the best-selling pickup truck in Canada for 49 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales report up to 2014 year end. ▲Program in effect from May 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015 (the “Program Period”). To qualify, customer must recycle their vehicle through a Ford dealership by turning in a 2008 model year or older vehicle that is in running condition (able to start and move and without missing parts) and has been properly registered/plated or insured for the last 3 months (the “Criteria”). Eligible customers will receive $1,000 towards 2014/2015 Edge, Flex and 2015 Fusion, Fusion Hybrid, Fusion Energi, Mustang (excluding 50th Anniversary, Shelby GT350), Explorer, Escape and Expedition, $2,000 towards 2015 Taurus, Transit Connect, E-Series Cutaway, Transit Van, Transit Wagon, Transit Cutaway, F-150 (excluding XL 4x2), and $2,500 towards 2014 F-150 (excluding Raptor) and 2015 F-250 to F-550 (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Vehicles of 2014 model year may qualify for the offer depending on available inventory– see dealer for details. Taxes payable before incentive amount is deducted. To qualify: (i) customer must, at the time of the Eligible Vehicle sale, demonstrate to the dealer / provide the dealer with sufficient proof of Criteria and a signed original ownership transferring his/her vehicle to the authorized recycler; and (ii) the Eligible Vehicle must be purchased, leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period. Limit one (1) incentive per Eligible Vehicle sale, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales if valid proof is provided that the customer has 2 separate qualifying recycled vehicles. Offer is transferable only to persons domiciled with the owner of the recycled vehicle. ***Based on year-end 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 total sales figures for light vehicles in Canada from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc.®: Registered trademark of Price Costco International, Inc. used under license. ©2015 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence.©2015 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the lease of a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze LS (1SA), Cruze LT (1SA), and purchase of a Trax LS FWD, Equinox LS FWD. Freight ($1,600, $1,600, $1,650, $1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and applicable taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have obtained credit approval by and entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery before June 1st, 2015 of any new or demonstrator 2015 model year Chevrolet Cruze. General Motors of Canada will pay one month’s lease payment or two biweekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes). After the first month, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Consumer may be required to pay Dealer Fees. Insurance, licence, and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $16,004/$20,969 (including $1,000/$2,000 lease cash and a $446 Owner Cash) for a 2015 Cruze LS (1SA)/Cruze LT (1SA). Bi-weekly payment is $73/$94 for 48 months at 0.0% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1350 down payment required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $8,934/$11,135, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $7,070/$9,834. Price and total obligation excludes license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees, optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickup models delivered in Canada between May 1st – June 1st, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Volt, Trax, Malibu (expect LS). $750 credit available on others Chevrolet vehicles (except Colorado 2SA, Camaro Z28, Malibu LS, Silverado Light Duty and Heavy Duty). Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between May 1st – June 1st, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Volt, Trax, Malibu (expect LS) ; $1,500 credit available on other eligible Chevrolet vehicles (except Chevrolet Colorado 2SA, Camaro Z28 and Malibu LS). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. ~Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After the trial period (if applicable), an active OnStar service plan is required. † Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. > Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. ^*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar. gov). + Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded 2015 Trax and Equinox the 2015 Top Safety Pick Plus Award when equipped with available forward collision alert. ‡ Purchase prices include a cash credit of $2,500 and $446 Owner Cash and apply to new 2015 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase prices of $17,495 (LS FWD) include Freight, Air Tax but exclude license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ‡‡ Purchase price includes a cash credit of $4,200 and $670 Owner Cash and apply to new 2015 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase prices of $22,995 (LS FWD) includes Freight, Air Tax but excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. ¥¥ Comparison based on 2013 Polk segmentation: Compact SUV and latest competitive data available and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. **The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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Friday, May 8, 2015 Trail Times

local Santo Berno Red Wine Competition

The Colombo Lodge Men's Lodge recently held its seventh annual Sante Berno Red Wine Competition. This year there were 21 entries in the members-only event, which was created by Mario Berno to honour his father Sante's great passion for making red wine. (Left to right) Walter Parisotto, Rino Berno and Olivio Allegretto, all whom received an honourable mention, (middle) Luigi Bedin with the first prize trophy (Left to right) Mario Berno, event organizer, Guiseppe Bertuzzi, third, Tony Vecchio and Lawrence Arcuri, tied for second place.

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