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Wildfire risk climbs rapidly Hazard: Open burning ban set for May 15, a month earlier than usual. By Barb Brouwer OBSeRVeR STAFF
dry conditions, high temperatures, low humidity and the possibility of dry lightning – extreme fire conditions and a recipe for wildfire starts. While the danger rating in most of the Salmon Arm Fire Zone is high, Sunnybrae was reported to be in extreme danger Monday. And an upper low-pressure area from Oregon was expected to meet an upper high from the northeastern part of the province, with the possibility of dry lightning and thunderstorms through Thursday. In response to the forecast and drier than normal conditions, the Kamloops Fire centre is putting a lid on open burning at noon Friday, May 15, a month earlier than usual. As always, Salmon Arm Fire chief Brad Shirley says the city of Salmon Arm will follow suit, prohibiting all but small campfires.
The ban will be in place until Oct. 15, or until further notice. under this prohibition, members of the public will not be allowed to: burn waste, slash or other material; burn stubble or grass or use fireworks or burning barrels. “We had three wildfires in the Kamloops Fire centre over the weekend, all less than three hectares in size but all human caused,” says fire information officer Kelsey Winter. The total number of wildfires since April 1, the official start of this year’s fire season, is 25. All were personcaused, including two in the Salmon Arm Zone. Salmon Arm zone fire information officer larry Osachoff says on April 16, firefighters were quick to extinguish a spot-sized fire in a notch Hill logging block slash pile that somebody lit at night. See Small campfires on page A2
Hydro malfunction causes blackout By Barb Brouwer OBSeRVeR STAFF
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A crowd gathers in the school field for fireworks at the conclusion of the Hillcrest Elementary School Carnival, which is hosted by the Hillcrest Elementary Parent Advisory Council to raise funds for school initiatives.
This week A new book, Everything Shuswap, will be a springboard for student learning. See A16. Just for Kicks dance students wrap up their season with panache. See images on A21.
A loud boom was followed by an extensive blackout affecting 12,000 Bc Hydro customers just before 9 p.m. Monday. darkness blanketed all of Salmon Arm, stretching out to canoe, Tappen and Sunnybrae, as well as an area west of Old Sicamous Road near Grindrod. Bc Hydro rep Jen Walker-larsen says the outage was caused by the malfunctioning of a circuit breaker in the sub-station located at the cor-
ner of 30th Street and 10th Avenue Se. “everyone was back on at 9:03,” she said, noting the blackout was not related to the utility’s upcoming planned outages. “The planned work at the Salmon Arm substation originally scheduled for May/June was routine work to replace some outdated equipment. Bc Hydro’s priority now is to replace the circuit breaker so the planned work will be re-scheduled.” See Cause on page A2
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Small campfires still permitted The fire is under investigation. On April 29, logging activity 4.5 kilometres along the 130 Forest Service Road in Skimikin sparked a fire that grew to .3 of a hectare before being contained and put out. “When they happened, it was just the start of the drying trend,” Osachoff said. “They definitely had our attention and had we not got control, they would have given us trouble.” Campfires will still be permitted at this time, but must be no larger than one-half metre by one-half metre and must be for recreational use only or by a First Nation for a ceremonial purpose. Winter says the Wildfire Protection Branch is also advising residents to clear out all
brush from their properties. “This is the last week people can get rid of material by Friday,” says Winter. “But they have all the restrictions; think water, tools and people on the fire the whole time.” And when it comes to campfires, Winter reminds users to make sure they extinguish them fully. That means the ashes are cold to the touch. A safer option is to buy a propane campfire. But Osachoff says people need to be sure they buy only CSA-approved units and check to make sure they are in good working order as they age. “You still have to be careful where you put them,” he says, noting the Forest Protection Branch is anxious to get the word out on the fire prohibition as soon as possible. “The
long weekend in May is when people come to the Shuswap, open their cabins and camp, and the first thing they want is a campfire.” For information, visit www.bcwildfire.ca.
Continued from front When asked what caused the problem with the circuit breaker, Walker-Larsen said substations are complicated, with a whole variety of equipment. “We don’t always know exactly what the cause is,” she said, explaining there are a variety of reasons for power failures. “Our focus is to do the repairs and get everybody back online.” Finding out where the blackout originated was easy in this case
Open Board Meeting Tuesday, May 19th, 7:30 pm Salmon Arm Downtown Activity Centre 451 Shuswap St. All CPC members, and those that want to be, are invited.
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Brush fire The Salmon Arm Fire Department was alerted to a fire in a heavily forested section of a property at 2101 28th St. NE Tuesday morning. A neighbour alerted firefighters to the fire where assistant fire chief Jim Nickles says the brush and trees had been smouldering for quite a while. “It was most likely human caused,” he said, noting there is a children’s fort in the vicinity. “It was going pretty well; some of the trees were heavily charred.” Firefighters extinguished the fire that grew to 15 metres by 10 metres in size.
Cause of outage undetermined because it occurred in a substation. But members of the public are asked to report other outages because the smart meters have not yet been connected to the “smart grid.” In August 2011, a former BC Hydro community relations rep said the smart grid, which was expected to be online by the end of 2012, would allow the company to immediately pinpoint the cause of an outage and quickly dispatch crews to the site in question – with huge cost savings.
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Walker-Larsen had no answers regarding the three-year delay, but noted the system should be online by the end of this year. “Although BC Hydro is receiving outage data directly from smart meters, it will not be uniformly available throughout the province until the telecommunications system is complete,” wrote Walker-Larsen in a May 13 email. “This part of the Smart Metering Program remains on track for completion for late 2015.”
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Minister coming to city for lunch Todd Stone: Four-laning of highway expected to top agenda. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
Todd Stone, BC Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, is coming to town – and so is an input session on highway fourlaning. Louise Wallace Richmond, city council’s representative on the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce board, told council Monday the chamber announced at its Monday morning meeting the minister would be in town in June. Chamber president Jim Kimmerly confirms a request was put in about a month ago to have the minister address the chamber, which he has agreed to do. Topping the list of issues will be the planned four-laning of the Trans-Canada Highway, particularly
as it relates to the west end of town and the Salmon River Bridge. Stone will attend the chamber’s Tuesday, June 16 luncheon meeting, which goes from 11:45 to 1 p.m. at the Comfort Inn. In addition, Kim-
them aggressively,” said Kimmerly. “We want to make sure people with an interest in upgrades get a chance to have input.” He notes the fourlaning planned for the area could have widespread ramifications.
We have been working on this project for 15 years, we want to make sure the province and ministry know this is number one on our plate. Alan Harrison CITY COUNCILLOR merly said Dave Shibata, the regional project manager for MOTI, confirmed a public information and input session on the local four-laning project will be held in late June or July. “We’ve been after
Along with potential unwanted effects to DeMille’s Farm Market and Pedro Gonzalez Fruit and Garden, Kimmerly said four-laning could affect businesses that rely on highway access such as the Tappen Co-op and Sandy
Point Campground. “It’s important they get an opportunity to get their views out.” Mayor Nancy Cooper said council has requested a meeting with the minister during his visit. At Monday’s council meeting, several councillors said council should continue to be the main community liaison with the ministry regarding the fourlaning project. “I think it’s important that visit includes a visit with you and staff, so that we and council are represented...,” Coun. Alan Harrison told Cooper, noting it’s important groups provide input – and that council has the overarching responsibility, particularly with the funding involved. “We have been working on this project for 15 years, we want to make sure the province and ministry
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CSRD Area E director Rhona Martin, mayors and regional district reps at a recent meeting decided it would be simpler to keep it to three organizations. “All of us were pretty excited and there’s a great willingness to work on this project together,” she said. “I’m looking forward to seeing what the upshot of the May meeting is. Splatsin is really excited and we’re all hopeful we can move this project forward.”
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Sprinkle with care It’s time to start conserving water. Annual sprinkling regulations in Salmon Arm come into effect this Friday, May 15 and remain until Sept. 15 The regulations allow sprinkling two days per week based on the last two numbers of the house or business street address. Sprinkling is allowed on designated days from 7 to 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. No sprinkling is allowed on Mondays. Customers with automatic underground irrigation systems will be allowed to water lawns between 12 midnight and 7 a.m. on their designated days. Addresses ending in 00 to 33 may water Tuesday and Friday only; numbers 34 to 66 are Wednesday and Saturday only; and 67 to 99 are Thursday and Sunday only. For clarification about mobile home parks and strata developments, residents are asked to contact city hall at 250-803-4000.
Food supply vulnerable City councillors gleaned some interesting tidbits about food at the recent Southern Interior Local Government Association conference. Coun. Louise Wallace Richmond said the food security workshop she attended stuck with her the most. “If there were an earthquake in the Lower Mainland, Kamloops would run out of food in three days,” she reported, adding she would like to hear more from the Shuswap Food Action group at the council table. Coun. Chad Eliason, who also attended a local government convention in Prince George, reported that urban gardens currently produce one-fifth of the world’s food. He said the recent drought in California has the north talking about food dependence, adding that neither the agricultural land reserve nor access to drinking water should be taken lightly.
charge it An electric car charge station planned for the Ross Street Parking Lot will be moving – but not far. Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering and public works, told council Monday that the transformer located near the parking stall initially designated is full. So, instead of locating the charge station at the top corner of the parking lot near the fountain, it will move diagonally to the northwest corner at the opposite end. Niewenhuizen said he’s expecting the charge station to be delivered sometime this month.
council heads to library City council is taking the show on the road. On Monday, May 25, council will be moving its regular afternoon meeting from city hall to the Salmon Arm Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. It will start at 2:30 p.m. The evening session will return to city hall at 7 p.m. Also, in June, council usually holds one of its meetings at Haney Heritage Park – the date is still to be determined.
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CITY OF SALMON ARM PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of the City of Salmon Arm to enter into a lease agreement for a five (5) year term with Mascon Cable Systems for that part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 9, Township 20, Range 9, West of the Sixth Meridian, Kamloops Division of Yale District. The purpose of this lease agreement is to authorize the Lessee to install certain wireless communication equipment on Airport Hazard Beacon H2.
The Lessor shall allow the Lessee to erect, operate, repair, replace and maintain the following wireless communication equipment: 1 – Motorola PTP500 Wireless Radio 1 – 1ft Radiowaves Antenna 2 – 2ft Grid Antennas 1 – Cisco 2950 Switch 1 – Mikrotik Router/Access point combo
Term: May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2020
The Lessee hereby agrees to pay to the Lessor for the term hereby created, the annual sum of Fifteen Hundred ($1,500.00) plus GST in advance for space and electricity.
Location: Hazard Beacon H2 located on that part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 9, Township 20, Range 9, West of the Sixth Meridian, Kamloops Division of Yale District.
Subletting is prohibited without the prior written consent of the City of Salmon Arm. For additional information and/or inquiries please contact the office of the undersigned. Erin Jackson Corporate Officer
CITY OF SALMON ARM SPRINKLING RESTRICTIONS Annual sprinkling restrictions within the City of Salmon Arm are in effect from May 15 to September 15 SPRINKLING HOURS ARE ALLOWED AS FOLLOWS: The sprinkling regulations allow sprinkling two days per week based on the last two numbers of the house (business) street address between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and 11 p.m. ➢ No sprinkling on Monday ➢ 00 – 33 Tuesday and Friday only ➢ 34 – 66 Wednesday and Saturday only ➢ 67 – 99 Thursday and Sunday only
Customers with automatic underground irrigation systems will be allowed and encouraged to water lawns between 12:00 a.m. (midnight) and 7 a.m. on the appropriate days. Your co-operation in adhering to these restrictions will be greatly appreciated. Residents are encouraged to conserve wherever possible. Failure to comply with these restrictions may result in a fine, metered water rates, or a discontinuation of service. For clarification in mobile home parks and strata developments, please call City Hall at 250-803-4000. Engineering & Public Works Department
CITY OF SALMON ARM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, May 25, 2015, at 7:00 p.m.
1. Proposed Rezoning of Lot 6, Sections 14 & 23, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP73359, from R-7 (Large Lot Single Family Residential Zone) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone). Civic Address: 861 Harbourfront Drive NE Location: East of Marine Park Drive NE, north side of Harbourfront Drive NE
Present Use: Vacant Lot
Proposed Use: Single Family Dwelling with Detached Suite Owner / Applicant: T. Harrison & S. Martinson Reference: ZON.1025/Bylaw No. 4095 The file for the proposed bylaw is available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from May 12, 2015 to May 25, 2015, both inclusive, in the office of the Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE. Those who deem their interest affected by the proposed bylaw are urged to review the file available in the Development Services Department (or telephone 250803-4021) to obtain the facts of the proposal prior to the Public Hearing. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING–OKANAGAN REGIONAL LIBRARY MAY 25, 2015 The Administrative portion of the Regular Council Meeting, scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2015, will be held at Okanagan Regional Library (#285 Piccadilly Mall – 1151 -
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The Public Input portion of the meeting will be held in the Council Chamber at City Hall, commencing at 7:00 p.m.
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GUEST SHOT
Christopher Foulds
Cashing in on CEOs How much money is enough? How much money does one need to earn before anything more becomes ridiculous? We can talk about movie stars and professional athletes and corporate titans when considering the questions. But, the decision by a Seattle CEO of a relatively small company is something that has people talking — rightly so. Dan Price is CEO of Gravity Payments, a mobile credit-card payment service. He has decided that all 120 of his employees should make no less than $70,000 a year, a figure he said will help alleviate emotional stress from money. According to a story in the Toronto Star, about 30 of those 120 employees will see their annual salary double, while others will get a bump to that $70,000 level. About 50 employees were already at or above that salary. Online, the story has gone, as they say, viral — and why not? It’s a slam-dunk good news story. Price seems extremely genuine when speaking about why he believes a decent wage is not only good for his employees, but also for his company. His employees are understandably overwhelmed and there has been a welcome focus on the growing gap between what frontline workers make and what CEOs earn. The American Federation of Labour released a study last September that showed the U.S. with a 354:1 CEO-to-worker ratio, with CEOs making, on average, $12 million and a worker earning, on average, $34,600. The same study showed Canada with a 206:1 CEO-to-worker ratio, with CEOs making, on average, $8.7 million and a worker earning on average $42,300. Not surprisingly, the study found Norway, a country lauded for its use of its oil wealth and its care of its residents, with a CEOto-worker ratio of 58:1. At Gravity Payments, CEO Price makes $1 million a year. In order to get all of his employees to that $70,000 annual salary mark in a few years, he will take a pay cut — to $70,000 per year. The difference between his current pay and his eventual wage will be enough to cover the upgraded salaries for 13 employees. Of course, Price’s new salary is temporary and will rise once (if) his company recoups the profits lost to the higher wages. He is, after all, a self-professed capitalist. But, the plan is to keep the employees’ wages at a level believed to stave off the emotional stress of money — at least $70,000. It will be interesting to follow the financial implications of Price’s audacious and altruistic gambit. In the meantime, perhaps some of our country’s CEOs residing in that rarefied air of 206:1 can find some loose change in their pockets and help some of their lower-earning employees. Imagine if each CEO halved their salaries and distributed the difference amongst the masses. Even at half the 206:1 wage gap, the titans would still be making more than $4 million a year. Again, how much money is enough? - Christopher Foulds is the editor of Kamloops This Week.
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Education fight shifts to ballot box Many parents were probably hopeful that last week’s B.C. Court of Appeal decision was the last they’d hear about the provincial government’s seemingly never-ending battle with the BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) over the removal of class size and special-needs support formulas from classrooms. It was wishful thinking. In a recent judgment, four of five appeal court judges found the province did not infringe on the constitutional rights of teachers to bargain working conditions. It was a stinging rebuke to the teachers’ union, finding the government has the authority to set class sizes and special needs support in public schools, and that it didn’t bargain in bad faith. While no one would argue that class sizes should be left to expand without limits, and while support
for special-needs children is vital to give those kids the tools they need to become healthy adults, both issues should not be decided by unions, contract negotiators, and subsequently, lawyers and courts. These issues are at the core of education policy and the type of learning environments provided for our children – in context of what is reasonable, affordable and sustainable over the long-term. To take this out of the hands of the public’s elected representatives – whatever their political stripes – and expect the courts to be the champions of kids through an interpretation of law, isn’t good for anyone. The public has the ability to express and test its education values as a priority at the ballot box. It’s how democracy should work. - Black Press
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The Observer asked: What business would you like to see in Salmon Arm?
Jane Ukrainec I would like Reitmans to come here. A place with reasonable prices.
Jesse Legan A record shop or… music shop or a rock shop, so to speak.
Is the NDP’s Orange Tsunami headed west? BC VIEWS
Tom Fletcher
VICTORIA – Albertans have always laughed about their longstanding reputation as a reckless, immature society. The classic bumper sticker, now available as a T-shirt or coffee cup in several variations, states: “Please God, give us one more oil boom, we promise not to p--- it away this time.” Now they’ve thrown out the government that finally tried to stop blowing money like a roughneck fresh out of the bush. Jim Prentice had the gall to propose raising income taxes for high wage earners, doing away with former Alberta treasurer Stockwell Day’s signature flat tax. In response, voters have abruptly replaced the 44-year Progressive Conservative dynasty with an upstart NDP that wants to tax the rich and corporations even more. Facing an oil slump, layoffs and a huge structural deficit in Alberta’s lavish public service, NDP premierelect Rachel Notley is committed to a 50-per-cent increase in the minimum wage and another “review” of resource royalties. One headline in a national paper summed it up: “Go home, Alberta. You’re drunk.” In the sober days after the election, a few truths emerge. Alberta hasn’t been a fiscally conservative, small-government place for a long time. Among other things, it has ratcheted up teacher and nurse wages across the country. Alberta is broke, again, and even the NDP is afraid to resort to a sales tax. The minimum wage hike is a pet policy of Canada’s labour federations, which somehow remain convinced that poverty can be eliminated by state order. On the positive side, Notley
has promised to end corporate and union donations to political parties, as has already been done federally. B.C. should be next, but the gravy train of business donations is too tempting for our nominally Liberal government. Here at the B.C. legislature, an NDP staffer passed out cans of Orange Crush to celebrate. NDP leader John Horgan pronounced himself “ecstatic,” and hastened to assure reporters that Notley is “as competent as she sounds.” Soon after the result, the party pulled down its website platform and candidate biographies, as Notley began phoning energy companies to reassure them Alberta will be “A-OK” on her watch. Horgan likes to describe the “capital flight” from new NDP governments as if it’s just a show put on by big business. Plummeting stock prices and relocation of corporate offices are all staged, according to the party line, nothing to do with actual investment conditions created by NDP policies. This fiction is all Horgan dares to say publicly, because it’s what his party base devoutly believes. He used his favourite Tommy Douglas quote, about the bad news of a big oil company leaving. “The good news is, the oil is staying here.” B.C.’s natural gas might be staying here too. Horgan insists he supports a natural gas export industry, but his party seems more concerned with an ascending Green Party, and an urban base that believes you can run a resource economy on windmills and solar panels. The Alberta NDP has a steep learning curve ahead. The B.C. NDP has a couple of years to see if the appearance of a like-minded Alberta government is a boost for them, or a cautionary tale for voters.
Josh Ouillette A maternity shop.
Leanne Lougheed Another clothing retailer like Reitmans or something like that.
Mike Jalving A Guess store… jeans and clothes.
Resources belong to Canadians Regarding Colin Mayes’ Growing LNG sector wise on May 8: Gosh, maybe Colin is right! We can give these LNG corporations a tax break (“it’s not a tax break”) until after they are profitable, and then keep their taxes low so that they can send most of their earnings offshore, along with our raw materials, leaving nothing behind except broken promises and costly government paid infrastructure to service their sites and very few long-term jobs. That did not work for Jim Prentice, as the people of Alberta decided last week. The price of natural gas and oil is so low that every year they lost
billions of dollars in projected tax revenue. New austerity measures came to be an Alberta election issue, as did the business tax rates. Mayes: “It will provide billions of dollars in taxes to all three levels of government.” Strange, that’s what Jim said, but he was not able to see the vulnerability of his reliance on “rip-and-ship” policies. This “tax windfall” will not happen unless you have the courage to implement a realistic resource tax regime like Norway has done. Resources belong to Canadians, not politicians. Money that should have gone to health care, schools, rapid transit, and renewable resources either did
not materialize or went offshore. Canada shed a surprising 45,900 jobs last December, and employment fell by 29,000 in British Columbia in April 2015. We need some sound long-term commitments to creating primary and secondary industry and jobs in Canada, not subsidizing offshore moguls and following gossamer ideas that offer short-term gratification and deliver long-term pain. Corporations will invest when they see a good opportunity, but that does not require a rapacious exploitation of Canadians’ resources and environment. Frank O’Donnell
Join in building Canada a second time Three cheers for Alberta. Talk about long-suffering; 44 years of Father Knows Best. Addictions are very difficult to kick. Especially when fossil fuels are so cheap, and convenient. Nevertheless, a new day is dawning, Your new premier, Rachel Notley, has offered you a positive, doable, alternative. Instead of jobs at a huge cost to the environment, she proposes respect for the environment, ecologically sustainable jobs. On the human front, she proposes to work with the indigenous people to overcome the injustices of the past, by working together for the wellbeing of all Albertans. What she is proposing is not
rocket science, it is what most of us learned in kindergarten. It is what used to be called common sense. We at the MacQuarrie Institute are presently engaged in a similar approach. We are inviting all Canadians to join with us in “building Canada a second time.” Let us begin by returning to the 1763 proclamation by King George III, and the Treaty of Niagara/wampum belts, 1764. The Crown, and indigenous people agreed to: Share the land. That is, the whole treaty is about sharing. There will be an equal sharing of money for housing, health and education; A sharing, of profits, made from extracting resources. Two na-
tions, travelling down the river of life, in separate canoes, travelling side-by-side, neither interfering with the laws, customs or culture of the other. We at the MacQuarrie Institute decided: Let’s honour this agreement by, “Each community, living and working together.” Enderby and Salmon Arm are working on building Canada a second time, in various stages. We at the MacQuarrie Institute are assisting them in telling their stories. Check the local media for the positive initiatives, which have already borne much fruit. More later. Dan MacQuarrie
A harsh reality check for Jim Prentice In 2010 Jim Prentice left Harper’s federal government to become a vice president at a major Canadian bank. When scandal forced Premier Alison Redford to resign, Prentice saw it as a golden opportunity to renew his political career. Prentice strutted onto Alberta’s political stage with the self-righteous swagger of a television evangelist. After becoming premier, Prentice co-opted the leader and several
members of the Wildrose party, the official opposition. Prentice then introduced a ham-fisted budget and called a premature election, cynically hoping to catch the other parties off balance. After four decades of Progressive Conservative rule, Prentice had the gall to blame the province’s fiscal mess on the people of Alberta. He dismissively told Albertans to look in the mirror to discover the reason the province was ill-prepared for the financial shock.
Barrels of money have been allowed to slip past the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and go directly into the deep pockets of the government’s oil industry friends, who just happen to be generous contributors to all conservative-leaning political parties. Many Albertans are sick of fear-mongering, manipulative politicians who behave as if they have a divine right to rule. Lloyd Atkins
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1925
Well known business woman Margaret J. Reid married William O. Springer in Calgary. They planned to live in Salmon Arm where Mr. Springer would start in the business as a piano tuner, repairer and salesman. Miss Ila Raby, the only local student at UBC, had successfully completed her third year in Arts.
1935
Workmen were busy tearing down the roof of the Legion hall which had recently burned. It was planned to do away with the upstairs hall entirely. In the course of a few weeks electric light was to be supplied to homes on Lakeshore Dr. Several homes were being wired. Yellow lines were appearing all over town. Motorists were being shown where to park and pedestrians where to cross the main street. Results of examinations were released by UBC, and it was noted that a local student was successful. George Sinclair gained a B.Sc. in applied science and engineering
1945
Regular collection of garbage in the City of Salmon Arm was planned, it was revealed by Alderman A.J. Strudwick, chairman of the sanitation committee at a meeting of city council. Quarantine for a period of three weeks for a septic throat epidemic then prevalent in Salmon Arm was recommended by the directors of the North Okanagan Health Unit.
1955
The new CPR train “The Canadian” whizzed through Salmon Arm on its first eastbound trip. Gloria Landers, Salmon Arm high school student, won the Okanagan final in the Knights of Pithias annual public speaking contest at Vernon. Tom Middleton was re-elected a director of the B.C. Chamber of Commerce for the Okanagan - Mainline area at the annual meeting held in Vancouver.
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Fighting for treatment and recovery By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
She may still be breathing, but Judi Kimmerly says she lost her life three years ago. Diagnosed with Lyme disease, the oncevibrant Kimmerly says some days all she can do is sit staring at the carpet and cry because no one is helping her. “I have neurological symptoms – head pressure, terrible ear-ringing, head aches, heart palpitations, electrical jolts, panic, anxiety. It’s just like you’re not in your body, it’s brain fog,” she says, cradling her head in her hands and struggling to describe her symptoms. “Some days you think you’re going to die and that’s very difficult. But I am not living, I am existing.” Kimmerly has no recollection of getting a tick bite, but says she became desperately ill in March, 2012, developing a nasty rash on her chest where bedbugs had previously bitten her during a stay at a New York hotel. Prior to being told she had Lyme disease, Kimmerly began a desperate search for a diagnosis and, more importantly, a cure. Praying a debilitating case of sinusitis was the cause, she paid $8,000 to have surgery privately after being told she would have to wait for at least two years in the publicly funded system. Following the operation, her doctor, reputed to be tops in his field, assured Kimmerly she would feel great within weeks. But six weeks later, her symptoms persisted and her doctor said “it’s not your sinuses.” Because of unbearable pain, Kimmerly has been a frequent visitor to the emergency department at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, where doctors did their best to find out what was wrong. As time went on with no positive results, Kimmerly says she was told it was all in her head and that ER staff began giving her an “oh, she’s here again” look. “I was 53, had my own business and raised three kids,” she says adamantly. “I did not go crazy overnight.” Taking up her own cause, Kimmerly had a blood sample tested at IGeneX, a California lab specializing in clinical and research testing for Lyme disease and associated tick-borne diseases. When the results proved positive for Lyme disease, Kimmerly headed to a Lyme-literate naturopath on the Coast, who
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Struggle: Judi Kimmerly has been suffering from Lyme disease for more than three years but remains hopeful she will get better. told her she has the disease and several related infections. But Kimmerly says he was forced to retire because of his efforts to treat people with Lyme disease. “I don’t understand in 2015 why we are shoving this under the rug,” she says of the medical establishment’s unwillingness to deal with the disease. “I am already a burden on the health-care system; I am not working. Physically, this has been devastating for me.” Kimmerly headed to the U.S. for alternative health care, but the disease kept recurring. “I used to be so vibrant. I love my job, I love to be with people, to interact and help people, and now I am always alone,” she says sadly. “I have already spent $20,000, so financially and emotionally it’s been devastating.” Kimmerly recently discovered another Lyme-literate naturopath, but says if he is unable to help her, she will try to find the $30,000 to $50,000 required to get to the Klinghardt Academy in Seattle. In the meantime, her daughter drives from Kelowna to take her to Vernon for treatment, brings her back to Salmon Arm and then drives back to Kelowna. Kimmerly says a complex chronic dis-
ease clinic attached to the BC Centre For Disease Control has accepted her but there is a long waiting list. “I’m supposed to live like this for another year? Give me a break,” she says, pointing out her naturopath is getting very busy as “Lymers” hear about him. She is aware of at least 12 people with Lyme disease in Salmon Arm. As well as her own losses, Kimmerly says that in the face of 80 per cent of relationships that don’t make it through Lyme, she is lucky husband Jim supports her so well. “I don’t want people to feel sorry for me, I want to alert other people that you need to listen to your body,” she says. “I just knew something was wrong, but they said no and I trusted the medical profession. I don’t understand why they won’t help.” Two men have embarked on an 8,000-kilomtere bicycle journey across Canada to bring attention to the thousands of Canadians with Lyme Disease who are misdiagnosed, denied the proper treatment and have to go out of country and pay hundreds of thousands of dollars for proper care. The Ride For Lyme arrives in Salmon Arm Friday, May 15. To find out more about the disease and the ride, visit www. rideforlyme.ca.
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Watershed council seeks support
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Shuswap: Group wants municipalities to get on board with funds. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Shuswap Watershed Council chairperson Paul Demenok is hopeful politicians will support a five-year project approved at a watershed council meeting last Wednesday. “I am very pleased, it was a very productive session,� said Demenok, who is also the Area C South Shuswap director for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. “We approved the five-year proposal from Fraser Basin for water quality and safety, which includes basic strategies, goals, objectives, activities and a budget for the five years of the proposed program starting April 1, 2016.� Demenok says the council also heard a thorough presentation by consulting agrologist Ruth McDougall who was commissioned by the watershed council to prepare a report. The result was Agricultural Nutrient Man-
agement in the Shuswap Watershed for Maintaining and Improving Water Quality: Literature Review and Nutrient Management Strategies. “She was pretty clear in suggesting we need to do further research to pinpoint sources and causes of phosphorus coming into Shuswap and Mara lakes from the Salmon, Shuswap and Eagle rivers,� Demenok said. “We also approved a draft principles document for conduct of the members of the watershed council and had a robust discussion around future membership and organizational structure of the Shuswap Watershed Council if funding is approved.� The group approved a working budget of $139,546 for fiscal year 2014/15 and Demenok said, if approved, and based on a parcel tax, the budget over five years would be equivalent to a $5 cup of coffee per parcel served. “I believe it will be a consideration at an up-
coming CSRD meeting,� said Demenok, noting government reps would be taking the project to their respective councils or boards for input. “I am waiting to see the responses from various partners who were asked to provide commentary.� The Regional District of North Okanagan is supportive but without financial contribution. “RDNO said they would participate at the table and be a partner in the program in both the steering committee and technical team, but would not be contributing financially at this time as they have their own watershed sustainability plan,� said Demenok. “The work plan and budget kind of all make sense and I am comfortable with it, but it has been sent off to council for review,� said Cooper of Salmon Arm’s possible involvement. Calling the watershed council a collaborative partnership, Demenok
noted watershed council reps attending the council meeting included Peter Lishman of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Resource Operations, Blaine Recksiedler
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from the Ministry of Agriculture, CSRD Area Directors Rhona Martin and Larry Morgan, District of Sicamous rep Todd Kyllo, Salmon Arm Mayor Nancy Cooper, Regional District of North Okanagan chair Rick Fairburn, RDNO director Herman Halverson, Kamloops Mayor Peter Milibar, Adams Lake Band Coun. Greg Witzky, band employee Dave
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Nordquist, Chase Mayor Rick Berrigan, and Ray Nadeau representing the public on the board. Representatives from other governments and agencies who are not on the watershed council board also attended. They included: Sicamous Mayor Terry Rysz, Salmon Arm Couns. Kevin Flynn, Tim Lavery and Louise Wallace Richmond, Kamloops Okanagan Dairy Association (KODA), Bo Wilson of the Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association, Okanagan College regional dean Jim Barmby and Shuswap Water Action Team members Bonnie Baker and Dale Kerr.
SAMHA is expecting to ice both A and B rep teams in all categories – Atom Development, Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget, and Bantam/ Midget Female Rep. Criteria for icing these teams must be met which includes available ice, coaches and sufficient numbers of players. Candidates who wish to coach rep will be contacted after June 17th re: interview times and candidates who wish to coach recreation will be contacted in September.
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Strong Start centres on the move By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF
It’s now final. Two of the school district’s early learning StrongStart centres will be moving to new locations over the summer. The StrongStart program currently located at Salmon Arm West Elementary is being relocated to South Broadview Elementary. The StrongStart currently located at the Downtown Activity
Centre in Salmon Arm will be moving a few hundred metres to a new home in the school district’s education and support centre, at 341 Shuswap St. Early learning coordinator Jennifer Findlay explains this decision was reached after consulting with StrongStart families, early learning service providers, district staff and the Ministry of Education. Several years ago the district created an
Early Learning space at South Broadview in hopes funding for a new StrongStart program would become available, but that has not happened. The majority of the population of Salmon Arm resides ‘at the top of the hill’ where South Broadview school is located, so this move will create easier access to the program for many families. “Although our hope was to have a program at both schools, the
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If luck prevails for the Berezan Group, the Chances gaming centre in Salmon Arm will be opening at the beginning of August. And the hiring pro-
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via email Monday that he is hoping the gaming centre will be open by Aug. 1. With regard to hiring, he said about 55 people will be on staff. Chances Salmon Arm will cover 22,000 square feet and will in-
Directors re-elected, CEO to retire Experience counted when the members of the Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union elected their new board of directors. Re-elected to threeyear terms are Nancy Cooper, John Schlosar, and Charlotte Sutherland. The lone newcomer, Barry Johnson, was elected to a twoyear term. In addition to the new board, Michael Wag-
ner, CEO of SASCU Financial Group, announced that he would be retiring in one year. “SASCU is an amazing place and we have an incredible group of people that work here. I am very proud of what we have been able to do,” says Michael. “Salmon Arm is a wonderful community and we will be remaining here after I retire.”
The board has begun the formal recruitment process and a new CEO is expected to be in place prior to Wagner’s departure. During the strategic planning meeting of the board of directors this weekend, the board voted to maintain the leadership. Glenn Hill continues as board chair, John Schlosar as vice-chair, and Ken Black as secretary.
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Students ace French contest Salmon Arm students have won accolades for their abilities to parlez en Francais. More than 10,000 students from across B.C. competed in the provincial French public speaking competition, Concours, d’art oratoire and five students brought home medals. Jasmine Lam, a Grade 10 immersion student at Salmon Arm Secondary, won second place for her presentation “L’islamophobie.” Lindsay Booth, a Grade 11 immersion student, won second place for “L’épigénome.” Rene Kakuda, a Grade 12 late immersion student, won third place for “Les massacres au Cambodge sous le government do Pol Pot.” Caitlin Quilty, a Grade 6 early immersion student at Shuswap Middle School, won third place for “Le bavardage.” Stephen Moore, a Grade 7 student at Shuswap Middle School, won third place for “Le role inconnu.” Other finalists from the area included Aria IzikDzurko and Tamlin Vetter. All the students prepared and presented a three to five minute speech in French.
Spaces added to trades program The B.C. government is adding new trades seats to 12 post-secondary institutions to allow students to sample different trades. The “trades discovery” program runs 10 to 12 weeks, providing hands-on experience. Those who complete the program can then enrol in a “foundation” program for the trade or seek an apprenticeship place with an employer. Premier Christy Clark donned her hardhat and joined high school students in new secondary trade programs for the announcement at the B.C. legislature. The additional funding will provide 32 seats at Okanagan College and 30 at Thompson Rivers University. New or expanded trades facilities are also underway at Camosun College, Okanagan College and Nicola Valley.
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Book all about the Shuswap
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Salmon Arm Observer
School district: Trustees and administration excited by project. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
The Shuswap draws many visitors makes many of its full-time residents feel smug. More than that, the Shuswap is a complex system of micro-climates, ecology and geology – an area that has also been impacted by humans. This is the focus of Everything Shuswap, the first book in a three-part series by Jim Cooperman. President of the Shuswap Environmental Action society (SEAS), a historian and columnist, Cooperman’s love for the Shuswap is evidenced by his actions on the region’s behalf. Based on the principle of bioregionalism that fosters a sense of place, Everything Shuswap’s overall viewpoint is that the Shuswap is the best place in which to live. Cooperman says the book is designed to support education with a focus on facts. Project goals include: • to provide accurate geographical knowledge; • improve geographical literacy; • foster greater appreciation and respect; • help raise the profile of the Shuswap; • Encourage tourism and settlement and • raise funds to support volume two. After taking the reader on a tour of the watershed, the first volume addresses the geology and ecology of the Shuswap, followed by a look at the Secwepemc First Nation and the history of settlement. Volume two will examine Shuswap communities, the economy and arts and culture. With the need to raise sufficient funds to publish the book, Cooperman recently pitched his project to the board of directors of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District and will be meeting with Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo. School District #83
The Literacy Literacy Alliance Alliance of of the the Shuswap Shuswap Society Society (LASS) (LASS) would would like like The The Literacyof Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) would like to to thank thank all all of the the businesses, businesses, organizations, organizations, and and individuals individuals The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) would like to thank all of the businesses, organizations, and individuals who supported the 2015 LASS Team Spelling Bee fundraiser. who supported the 2015 LASS Team Spelling Bee fundraiser. to thank all of the organizations, and The Literacy Alliance of the Societyprograms (LASS) would like who supported thebusinesses, 2015 LASS Team literacy Spelling Bee individuals fundraiser. Over $13,000 was raised to Shuswap support in the the Over $13,000 was raised to support literacy programs in who supported thebusinesses, 2015 LASS Team literacy Spellingprograms Bee individuals fundraiser. to thank all of was the organizations, and Over $13,000 raised to support in the North North Okanagan-Shuswap! Okanagan-Shuswap! Over $13,000 was to support in the who the raised 2015 LASS Team literacy Spellingprograms Bee fundraiser. Northsupported Okanagan-Shuswap! North Okanagan-Shuswap! Over $13,000 was raised to support literacy programs in the Gold Sponsors: Gold Sponsors: North Okanagan-Shuswap! Gold Sponsors:
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On behalf of the Canadian Cancer Society, I would like to offer a sincere thank you to the communities of Salmon Arm, Sorrento and Blind Bay for supporting Daffodil Month during April. When loved ones are diagnosed with or pass away from cancer, we often want to do something to help or honor them. By wearing the daffodil pin in April, Shuswap residents collectively stood together to show people living with cancer they are not alone. Local residents supported the campaign by volunteering their time to sell daffodil pins and fresh flowers. Thanks to the efforts of these dedicated volunteers and the generosity of community members, together we took another step towards creating a world where no Canadians fears cancer. Each and every day, the Society is working hard to accomplish our mission of eradicating cancer and enhancing the quality of life of those living with the disease. We do this by funding the most promising cancer research, offering vital support to those living with cancer, and trying to prevent cancer in the first place by educating Canadians about early detection and advocating for healthy public policies. While cancer takes a huge toll on Canadians it’s important to remember that progress is being made against this disease. In the 1940s, the survival rate was 25%. Today, over 60% of Canadians diagnosed with cancer will survive at least 5 years after their diagnosis. And the survival rates for some cancers are much higher -- with childhood cancer at 83%, breast at 88% and prostate at 96%. The Canadian Cancer Society’s continued impact in the fight against all cancers would not be possible without the generosity of our volunteers, donors and community partners in Salmon Arm, Sorrento and Blind Bay. We are very grateful for your support and wish to thank you for joining us. Together, we can change cancer forever. Sincerely, Terry Jobe Salmon Arm Unit President Canadian Cancer Society, Southern Interior Region
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superintendent Glenn Borthistle attended the April 23 CSRD board meeting to lend his support. “This book will serve as a local learning resource in support of curriculum and will be available to all of our students and teachers,” he told directors. “Students will have access to the digital research materials that were gathered in the course of compiling the book and will be involved in ongoing research and will benefit directly as revenue from sales of the book will go directly to support this program.” School District #83 trustees have since given Everything Shuswap their blessing. “The School District is excited about the opportunities provided by Everything Shuswap for the school system and for our region,” said Borthistle, who notes the district is not providing financial support at this time. “Part of the agreement is we will receive a number of copies for the library and reference use and in class, and of money raised, half will go to our outdoor education program.” Cooperman is very pleased the school board support and says many teachers have expressed
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Off they go: (Clockwise from top) Salty Dog Enduro racers kick up dust on Sunday as they head out on the South Canoe trails; U15 racers Keir Carlson, Dane Menzies and Bryton Kapitska await their start, delayed due to a medical emergency involving a racer; Kristen, Ian and mom Katherine Cousins of Calgary watch and cheer on the Salty Pups; Tye Major navigates the Junior Pups course on his kick-bike; Tiegan de Leeuw of the Hairy Hooligans bombs around a tricky bend before finishing the U15 race; Skookum Cycle’s Greg Scharf does some quick maintenance; and Philip Puurunen rolls along for team Puurunens in the mixed-team 39-70 category of the 10.5 km race. See more, page A19.
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Bulldogs best in B.C. At Provincials in Victoria May 8 and 9, Noah Paterson of Bulldog Boxing won the Junior C 152-lbs division. Pam Wocknitz took the Youth 165-lb division and Kali Gawley fought and won her first open bout for the provincial championship and won the132-lb category.
Jewels wrap season The Seniors Jewels Soccer team wrapped up their season, losing their quarter-final match to Norkam 1-0. The game was a physical, see-saw battle that went scoreless until the 50th minute when Norkam found the back of the net. The girls rallied hard in the final minutes but were unable to put one past the Norkam keeper. Maia Journeau was strong in net for SAS.
Try out a TrailRider On Wednesday, May 27 from 2 to 5 p.m., the TrailRider Adaptive Society, along with Salmon Arm Recreation and Salmon Arm Secondary students, will offer people with mobility challenges the chance to try the equipment via a short tour through the Nature Reserve. SAS students will be the engines pulling the Trailriders for a 20-minute ride. Register with the recreation centre to secure a time. No charge. For info, call Donna at 250-832-4044.
Hike the hills The Shuswap Outdoors Club heads for the hills hikes the Blind Bay loop Sunday, May 17 from the McArthur Heights subdivision. It’s a steep 400 metres up to the bluffs, then moderate. For more info, call Wolfgang at 250-675-0036.
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It seemed an impossible dream. Cross Country Canada has announced that ElizaJane Kitchen, former Larch Hills Nordics racer, has been named to the Junior National Ski Team. “It’s something I never really thought possible or even really thought of,” she told the Observer Tuesday. “Then I had a really breakthrough ski season this year. My main goal was to make it to the Canada Winter Games and that happened. Then I continued to have an incredible season.” She said partway through the season she realized her results could be good enough. Her selection was based on results at nationals in March. “It was pretty exciting to hear because I never really thought of it before...” Right now it’s the off season, so the team is not training much, but she expects to attend some ski camps and do some sporadic skiing. This weekend she’ll be heading to Vernon to ski. Next year she intends to continue training and perhaps go to university or college – but she isn’t quite sure yet what being on the team will entail. “It’s just exciting to be recognized nationally,” she says. “I’m really excited for next year; there could be new exciting opportunities come along with being on the junior national team. Although her family has moved to North Vancouver, Kitchen still considers Salmon Arm her home.
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One of country’s best: Former Larch Hills Nordics racer Eliza-Jane Kitchen has been named to the Junior National Ski Team by Cross Country Canada.
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Follow up Wild Soles running series with Orienteering - Running Wild, Mondays 6 p.m. from May 25 to June 22. Intro to orienteering, training sessions, sprint and distance events. Go to sage. whyjustrun.ca, or call Abbigail at 250-832-7846.
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Although he excelled at football as a younger man, Aaron Smith is being recognized for his accomplishments in a different sport. Basketball BC has awarded Smith, a teacher at Shuswap Middle School, the Baden/ Big Kahuna Coaching Award. The selection committee pointed out that Smith has been a successful school and club coach for more than 30 years, as well as a BC Summer Games zone coach. The committee states that Smith’s award nominator put it best: “His accomplishments are many, but what is most important is what inspired me to submit this nomination – he has instilled in his players a love for the game and what it means to be part of a team. He works hard to instill values and life lessons.”
Smith told the Observer what means the most to him about the award is to be recognized by the school administration, teachers and parents. He explains that SMS principal Silke Yardley initiated the idea, talked to parents and staff, and then put forward the nomination. Back when he was a high school student himself, Smith played two sports – basketball and football. Although he had options in terms of playing college basketball, it’s football he chose. “I was a quarterback and played for the university Golden Bears,” he said, explaining he played in Edmonton for the University of Alberta. “I went the football route – it’s where I received all my accolades.” He adds there’s cross-over in any sport, and playing more than one is important. And for Smith, coaching
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Recognition: Teacher Aaron Smith receives Basketball BC award. sports has been just as important as playing. He was the head basketball coach at Camouson College in Victoria the first year it had a team. He coached high school basketball in Victoria for 10 years. He also coached high school basketball in Edmonton.
Smith has coached basketball in Salmon Arm for 20 years. He also coaches badminton. Although he’s coached mostly boys, he spent a couple of years coaching girls at the old Jackson school. As his two sons Evan and Shane are growing up, coaching them has also become an option. “I have been coaching everyone else’s son or daughter for years. To coach your own, it’s a unique experience. It’s been really nice.” Smith’s current Grade 8 boys’ team is excelling regionally and provincially. He explains he and others have been working with many of them since Grade 3. “They’re quite a strong group of boys.” As for Basketball BC’s recognition, Smith is honoured. “It was all a surprise to me, I had no idea. It was great.”
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Salty Dog draws more than 700 This year’s event could have been called the salty Dusty Dog. With the little bit of rain that’s fallen lately, the trails were dustier than normal, sunny and a few degrees warmer than usual. riders still went out and pushed themselves hard. There were as many or more eight- to 10-lap performances by both riders in the team and solo categories. Just over 720 people, aged just shy of two years to pushing 60, were all out smiling, riding as hard as they could and having a great social time in the salty bike Pits. They were out there to push themselves, see how many laps they could do in six hours, and maybe win a handmade woodalion or an apple pie. salty Dog enduro encourages the next generation to start to pedal early. There are three events run just for people two to 14, and 200 kids participate each year. Whole families from the Lower Mainland, the Interior and the Calgary to revelstoke corridor come in droves to the shuswap each year to experience the salty Dog family experience. The salty Pup races had almost 80 kids out on run bikes and 12inch to 24-inch sized bikes, all pedalling for 30 to 60 minutes an a 1.5-km loop to the excited cheering from par-
ents, family, friends and grandparents. The U15 three-hour enduro had another 120 young people racing in teams of two and riding as fast as they could pedal. on the hot day for the race this year, a lot of water, bananas, energy bars and drinks were consumed. Most of the riders were prepared for the heat, but as people push themselves there were still a few heat-related and tired-body challenges – all part of the event. one of the solo riders coming in through the finish area with 15 min-
utes to go in the event told organizer Tom Peasgood: “I am so glad I finished that lap on time; all the way around my final lap I was trying to decide if I was mad at you for putting on this event, or happy to see if I could finish this lap on time!” The social aspects of the event are clearly as important as the racing. It’s not just about showing up, riding hard, and finding out what kind of early-season bike ‘shape’ riders are in. People ride laps with their buddies, hang out in the salty Dog tent city and recover between laps with friends
and family and watch their kids race. As well as filling local hotels and restaurants, Peasgood points out that many of the out-of-town riders visit salmon Arm one to three times before the race weekend every spring, to pre-ride the salty trails and train. The shuswap weather helps too – this year the post-salty Monday was a 23-degree day, while the cyclists from Alberta woke up to three to eight centimetres of fresh snow. race organizers say they are extremely grateful to the 100 to 120 race volunteers,
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On May 9th the Shuswap SPCA hosted an Open House fundraiser and would like to acknowledge all the contributors that made the day a great success! The funds raised will be used for SPCA initiatives for animal welfare in our community and the generosity of its local people is sincerely appreciated. They are: Downtown SASCU Bill Laird • Askew’s Foods Starbucks • Salmon Arm Observer Lakeshore News • Sally Scales Tidbits • Enderby River Talk EZ Rock and all the Shuswap SPCA volunteers and staff
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Honours: Award recipients for the 15th Annual Shuswap Music Festival gather onstage at the Night of Stars gala, May 1 at the First United Church. More than $5000 in scholarships were awarded at the concert.
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The 15th Annual Shuswap Music Festival concluded Friday, May 1 at First United Church with an impressive Night of Stars concert. The adjudicators for this year’s festival selected not only the top performers in each category but also some of the most entertaining performances that showcased the depth of musical talent characteristic of the Shuswap. Four young women, who entered the festival in the Two Pianos-Eight Hands category for each of the past eight years, closed the evening with a rousing ragtime piece. This is the last year Ashley Fong, Elena Bruns, Lara May McCallum and Rebecca McDonald will perform together. But congratulations to Ashley and Elena who successfully completed the ARCT (Associate, Royal Conservatory of Toronto) performers examination and are moving beyond the level of the festival. The festival celebrates musical talent across a wide range of genres and ages – from five to 85. The twoweek festival also has a strong educational component. Acclaimed musicians, renowned for their teaching and performance credentials, are brought to the festival to conduct a master-class style of adjudication with each festival participant.
At the Night of Stars, $5,300 in scholarships and awards were presented to both young and older musicians ranging from Pre-Grade 1 to ARCT in piano and strings; classical to musical theatre in voice; concert to jazz bands; and youth as well as adult choirs. Congratulations to all festival participants and to the remarkable work done by adjudicators Don Bennett, Muge Buyukcelen, Matt Hill, Darlene Brigadear and Anne Wilson Unger. The three Rotary clubs of Salmon Arm sponsored and presented the Best of the Fest awards to Mairead Raupach for voice, Anna Konrad for strings and Stephen Moore for piano. The Mary Fowler Memorial Scholarship was presented to Spencer Christensen for Excellence in Classical Voice and the Blair Borden Memorial Scholarship went to Lara May McCallum. SASCU sponsored and presented three Band Awards to Shuswap Middle School Grade 8 Concert Band, Salmon Arm Secondary Grade 9 Concert Band, and Salmon Arm Secondary Jazz Band. The adjudicators also recommended musicians for competition at the BC Provincial Music Festival to be held May 26 to 30 in Powell River. • Piano awards:
B.C. Registered Music Teachers Shuswap Branch awards went to – Junior: Aleta Lu and Nadya Henrie; Intermediate: Connor Levins & Jessica Neudorf and Senior: Ashley Fong. Outstanding Junior: Aleta Lu, Outstanding Intermediate: Jennika Bobryk, Outstanding Senior: Aria IzikDzurko, Junior Duet: Calia Mortenson and Gerogia Rands, Intermediate Duet: Hilary and Samantha Vukadinovic, Senior Duet/ Trio/Quartet: Robyn de Wet, Holly McCallum, Eva Mosher, Jessica Neudorf, Junior/Intermediate Concert Class: Katie Wall, Junior/Intermediate Composition: Anna Biernacki, Senior Concert Class: Hannah Bennison; Senior Composition Award: Holly McCallum, 2 Pianos 4 or 6 Hands Ensemble: Holly McCallum and Jessica Neudorf, Senior 2 Piano Ensemble: Ashley Fong, Elena Bruns, Rebecca McDonald and Lara May McCallum. Graded Piano Scholarships went to: PreGrade 1: Mira Shaw, Grade 2: Jonathan Breugem, Grade 3: Eric Moore, Grade 4: Tessa Elliot, Grade 5: Julianne Moore. Grade 6: Teslyn Bates, Grade 7: Eva Mosher, Grade 8: Rachel Bates, Grade 9: Jessica Brown, Grade 10: Lara May McCallum and ARCT: Elena Bruns. • Voice, choir and
band awards: Pre-Grade One Vocal Scholarship: Evje Knutson, Outstanding Junior Classical: Siera Dubyna, Outstanding Intermediate Classical: Destinee Trentalance, Outstanding Senior Classical: Spencer Christensen, Junior Musical Theatre: Adelynn Heyes, Intermediate Musical Theatre: Paige Tower, Senior Musical Theatre: Sidney Cummings, Best Intermediate Vocal Ensemble: Dubyna Sisters (Saige, Siera, Sheyanne and Salena). Best Youth Choir: North Okanagan-Shuswap Honour Children’s Choir, Best Adult Choir: Shuswap Men’s Chorus, Best Ensemble: Ancora Women’s Ensemble. Best Elementary/ Middle School Band: Shuswap Middle School Grade 8 Concert Band, Best Secondary School Concert Band: Salmon Arm Secondary Grade 9 Concert Band, Best Jazz Band: Salmon Arm Secondary Jazz Band. • String awards Outstanding Junior: Nadya Henrie, Outstanding Intermediate: Holly McCallum, Intermediate Ensemble, Anna and Simone Konrad, Concert Class: Holly McCallum. Graded Strings Scholarships went to Pre-Grade 1: Anya Massa Grade 5: Simone Konrad, Grade 1: Cheyanne Haak and
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but also hints at the breadth of her songwriting, which ranges from heavily Latin-influenced acoustic numbers like Lullaby, a song written to her brother while he struggled with addiction, to the neo-soul and vintage soul sounds of Retrograde and Where Are You. The album features a song cowritten and produced by threetime Grammy award-winner Chin Injeti. McCracken will perform from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon.
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Kristie McCracken is considered to be one of Vancouver’s most promising, young vocal talents and she’s coming to Salmon Arm this Sunday. McCracken spends much of her time as songwriter, singer and guitarist for local R&B/Pop group The Ponderosas. This is a band whose world music and reggae-infused sound has gained them quite a following in the local Vancouver music scene, performing alongside artists including The Boom Booms, Daniel Wesley, Buckman Coe, and Dawn Pemberton. “Kristie McCracken isn’t just another pretty face, not just another talented singer-songwriter, and how do I know this? Because I’ve known her since she was born,” raves her aunt and local author Kay McCracken. “She’s a young woman who has made her parents and extended family proud because of the person she is...” As a teenager, she was part of the Sarah McLachlan Music Outreach Program and went on to study music at UBC. She has just completed her first year of the music therapy program at Capilano University, making her way onto the dean’s list in the process.
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Shutterbugs wanted by CSRD The Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s 2015 Capturing the Columbia Shuswap Photo Contest is underway. The regional district is holding the contest in order to add to its current photo database for use in CSRD publications and advertising materials. “The 2013 photo contest provided an opportunity to obtain photos CSRD can legally use at minimal cost and provided an
opportunity for residents in the Columbia Shuswap to connect with their regional district in a positive way,” wrote executive assistant Emily Johnson in her report to the board. The CSRD communications team, comprised of reps from each of the regional district’s departments, will run the contest and determine the winners in three age categories: 12 and under, 13 to 18 and 19 and over. Photographs may be
entered in two categories – people and landscape/nature, either black and white or in colour. The contest is open to amateur photographers only and entrants must be residents of Canada living within regional district boundaries. Participants are permitted to enter a total of five photos, each accompanied by an entry form that provides an image and signed release form, along with
an accurate photo description including location or surrounding landmark. Photos must be submitted in digital form – no print or film submissions will be accepted. The contest closes at midnight June 30. For more information and entry forms, visit www.csrd.bc.ca, click on the News and Notices tab at the right and then Photo Gallery and Contests on the left-hand side.
Writers’ festival contest winners announced The Shuswap Association of Writers announces the winners of the Askew’s Foods’ Word on the Lake Writing Contest: For poetry: Caroline Miege from Tappen, placed first. Patricia Smekal from Nanoose Bay, received an honourable mention. For fiction: Katie Marti from Revelstoke, placed first. Shawn L. Bird from Salmon Arm
received an honourable mention. For non-fiction: Cathy MacLean from Gibsons, placed first. Barclay Alldred from Salmon Arm received an honourable mention. In the Writing for Young People category: Katie Marti from Revelstoke, placed first and Ellen G. Davies from Nanaimo, received an Honourable Mention.
First-place winners receive $150 plus a full Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival package. Honourable mention winners receive a $50 plus a ticket to the Saturday Night Gala Banquet where the awards will be presented. The writing contest is part of the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort and Okanagan College,
May 15 to 17. Conference packages are still available. There are two public events – a coffeehouse Friday, May 15 and the May 16 banquet. The Shuswap Association of Writers thanks judges Jodie Renner, Deanna Kawatski, Duncan Lowe, Peter Budda and Shelley Corbin and sponsor Askew’s Foods.
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Getting books to readers FATHER’S DAY By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Accomplished author Gail Bowen will be in Salmon Arm this weekend to present Ten Steps to Getting Your Manuscript out of the Bottom Drawer and Onto Your Publisher’s Desk at the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival. “I have one of those sun-kissed careers; I never made the decision, I was asked to write,” she laughs, pointing out she was 43-years-old and teaching at university when a family friend Ron Markham asked her to write a portion of An Easterner’s Guide to Western Canada. Bowen, who was already leading an extremely busy life with her career, three children and an involvement in politics, declined. But her husband suggested it was important to respond favourably to a friend’s request – which she did. “That very moment changed everything in my life,” she laughs. The publisher liked it and asked Bowen and Markham to work together on another project, which they also did. The result was Dancing in Poppies, which became a very successful play. “At 46, it never occurred to me if I wrote something it wouldn’t be published,” laughs Bowen, who says luck remained on her side when she produced the first of her Joanne Kilbourn mysteries – Deadly Appearances. The first three books in the series were published by Vancouver’s Douglas & McIntyre. When they closed their doors, Bowen moved to McClelland & Stewart where she has remained. Now 25 years into the series, Bowen acknowledges her good fortune. “I am well-aware of the fact the publishing industry is very tough,”
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Prolific author: Gail Bowen is a presenter at the Word on the Lake Writers Festival, which runs May 15 to 17. she says. “I have a series, that’s what saves me.” Like her creator, Kilbourn is a smart, savvy university professor and political analyst. “Her essential take is mine, and her commitment to family is mine, but she’s not me,” Bowen says, pointing out six of her books have been made into movies. Bowen also writes
for reluctant readers, something the former professor at First Nations University of Canada says has always been her dream. “We lost the male students and I wanted to write something young men would like,” she says of the four books in the Charlie D series that sell well and are popular in prisons – which she likes. “If they’re
reading they’re not doing something else.” Bowen was bitten by the political bug at an early age and remains a self-confessed political junkie of both American and Canadian politics. Unhappy with the state of Canadian affairs, she says federal cuts have made Canada less than it was. “It is a much leaner, meaner country and I think people have had enough,” she says. “The population is changing and becoming more engaged, more concerned, more compassionate. And a government that is none of those things is a real recipe for disaster.” Born in Toronto, Bowen was educated at the University of Toronto, the University of Waterloo and the University of Saskatchewan. For more information on Bowen, her workshop and other details on the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival hosted by the Shuswap Association of Writers, visit wordonthelakewritersfestival.com.
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BERGER, VIOLET A celebration of life in memory of Violet Berger, will be held on Saturday May 23, 2015, at the Sunnybrae Community Hall, 3595 SunnybraeCanoe Point Road, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to come and share their memories.
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REYNAUD, ELIZABETH KATHLEEN 1920 – 2015 It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of Lizzie Reynaud at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC on Monday May 10, 2015 at the age of 95 years. Lizzie will be fondly remembered and missed by her children; Lee, Blair, Ian, Rhonda and Claudette as well as their spouses and children. Lizzie was predeceased by her husband Lucien and son Neil. A Memorial Mass for Lizzie will be held on Thursday May 14, 2015 at 2pm at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Salmon Arm, BC with Father George LaGrange officiating. (Date & time uncomfirmed at press time. Call Bower’s Funeral Service for exact details) Online condolences may be sent through Lizzie’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the acre of Bowers Funeral service, Salmon Arm
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DEGUCHI, HAMA NAKAGAWA A graveside memorial service for Hama Nakagawa Deguchi will be held Saturday May 16, 2015, at Mount Ida Cemetery. Hama was welcomed into the presence of her Lord on October 31, 2014, at the age of 96. Her love and faith in God were most important to her, and she could often be heard saying, “I’m ready to go up.” Hama was the oldest of 8 children. She taught primary school for 22 years, most of it in the Salmon Arm area. She retired early and moved to Abbotsford in 1984 to care for her mother and continued to share her teaching gift by volunteering. Her passion was to see each of her students excel. Hama was predeceased by her son, Herb, and by siblings Marjorie, May, Mike, Ardith, and Harry. She is survived by daughter Valerie (& Malcolm Brewer), sisters Kay and Audrey, three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
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GAUDARD (Nee DE MONTREUIL) EMILIE HENRIETTA (GREIG) 1922 - 2015 Mrs. Emilie Gaudard. Late of Salmon Arm. Predeceased by her husband Victor, daughter Anne, sister Margeurite. Leaving to mourn, brother John and his wife Gay, brother Henri and his wife Andre, son Bill and his wife Colleen, son-in-law John, daughters Joan (Ray), Pat (Rob), Ellen (John), 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Emilie was born in Kelowna in 1922 and spent 70 years raising her family, teaching and working. She and Victor moved to Salmon Arm for a change and to be close to her eldest daughter and son. Emilie and Victor made many good friends in Kelowna and Salmon Arm. Her son Bill was always there for her and the family is very grateful to him and his wife Colleen. Mom was with us for 93 years until she passed gently away on May 6th, 2015. A celebration of life will be held at Saint Josephs Catholic Church Salmon Arm on Thursday, May 14 at 1.00 p.m. with a mass and tea to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm. Email condolences and share memories of Emilie through her obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com BRADSHAW, JAMES EDWARD James Edward Bradshaw, 74, of Salmon Arm, BC passed away at home on April 26th, 2015. A private Celebration of Life was held at Bowers Funeral Home where family and close friends shared memories and music in Jim’s honour. Internment followed at the Tappen Cemetery. Jim was born in Red Deer, Alberta on March 26th, 1941. After completing his education in Victoria, BC, he moved to Tofino, BC where he established Tofino Motors and met his wife of 51 years, Patricia Rose. Jim moved his family to Salmon Arm in 1972 and spent the majority of his career in the forestry industry. The family purchased Raven Ranch in Tappen in 1979, raising cattle, horses and a ‘few sheep”. Jim is survived by his wife Pat, their children John (Surinder), Stewert and Karen (Cory Neil); Grandchildren Jesse, Jake, William, Daniel and Melissa. His brother Sandy (Jenny) and sister Marjorie (Al). Jim was preceded by his parents William and Elizabeth Bradshaw. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation by visiting their website at www.shuswaphospitalfoundation.org. Online condolences may be sent through Jim’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Serving and caring for families in our community since 1947. Whether you’re considering pre-planning or have lost a loved one, you can trust our professional and friendly team to support you with meaningful grief services. We provide individualized funeral, memorial and celebration of life services, as well as grief counselling and an aftercare program. For more information and the answers to many frequently asked questions, visit us online at: Kevin Bolen, Funeral Director
www.bowersfuneralservice.com
440 - 10th Street SW (PO Box 388) Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N5
250-832-2223
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Western Human Resources requires casuals for our Home in Salmon Arm. Must have appropriate accreditations dealing with Adults with intellectual / physical challenges. Must have First Aid, NVCI, Foodsafe as well as a valid class 4 restricted drivers licence. Will hire with class 5 but will require class 4 within 3 mos. of hire date. This is a 24/7 operations and must be available for all shifts. Apply online at orchardview@western.ca or drop off resume at 3231 30 St. NE.
CASUALS
Janitor Applications are being accepted by Seniors 5th Avenue Activity Centre for the position of Janitor. Information is available at (250)8321065. Pick up job description at 170-5Ave. SE Salmon Arm
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED
Live In Night Attendant Small retirement home in Salmon Arm seeks live-in attendant to provide night time security for independent seniors. Criminal record check required, Food Safe & first Aid Certificate an asset. For information or to apply send resume to Christina at clutz@arborlodge.ca
North Enderby Timber is looking to hire a Weekend Night Watchman. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume and references to 250-838-9637.
Help Wanted
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HIP OR knee replacement? COPD or Arthritic Conditions? The disability tax credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg) Apply today! 1-844-4535372.
Career Opportunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today. 1-800-4661535, www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com.
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Help Wanted CANOE VILLAGE MARKET is now under new ownership and is on the lookout for a few mature individuals wanting PT to FT hours. Must be available for evenings and a minimum of two weekends per month. Mandatory requirements for this position are that you’re fun loving, enjoy working with the public and not afraid of hard work! You’ll also need to be over 19, have your Food Safe and excellent work references. Please apply in person to Nikki with resume AND WORK REFERENCES. Should you have any questions feel free to email us at: canoevillagemarket@gmail.com CARE Worker required for Saturdays & Sundays, 4-hr. day shifts beginning immed. until end of August, Tappen area, NS environment $18/hr. Call Gwen (250)835-0145
Help Wanted
Sales/Kitchen Designer – Salmon Arm Job Overview Under the general direction of the Dealership Manager, this position is in the Sales and Marketing department of Westwood’s showroom in Salmon Arm. Responsibilities include developing, growing and maintaining a local contractor and customer base, developing sales leads, issuing quotations and generating sales using 20/20 software and providing input for strategic growth with new product introduction and product quality. Employees perform their duties both in the administrative offices and out in the territory, in a team like work environment. Qualifications include: • Minimum two years of experience in basic office software including use of Microsoft Word, Internet, Email, Access and/or Excel software • Completion of a post-secondary design program or four years work experience • Experience with reading & interpreting design layouts & architectural plans. • Capable of providing consistently accurate work under pressure situations and time lines • Strong customer service skills including personal contact, phone and email • Able to read and write English • Able to learn quickly, interact well with all employees and have a high degree of attention to detail • CADD experience is an asset To apply, come in person and complete an application form, or forward resume and work references to: Westwood Fine Cabinetry 2140 Leckie Place, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7W7 Phone: (250) 860-3900; Fax: (250) 860-6097 hr@westwoodfinecabinetry.com Attention: Dealer Sales Manager We thank all applicants for their interest however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -18th/16 St. NE CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131
Salmon Arm
Seeking housekeeper, and Part-Time Front Desk Must be available to work Weekends. Wages neg. Apply in person with resume to:
2401 T.C. Hwy, Salmon Arm or email: tlodgesalmonarm@gmail.com
Help Wanted
Askew’s Foods is a family owned business with 4 grocery stores located in Armstrong and Sicamous, 2 in Salmon Arm. We have been in business since 1929 and are proud community supporters. Our Sicamous store needs help for the busy summer months. If you are energetic and enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team then we want to hear from you. We have the following temporary full-time positions available – which are perfect for college students: Cake Decorator Bakers Bakery Clerk Deli Clerks Grocery Clerks Please forward resume to Ron Daniel, Store Manager Tel: 250-836-4899 Fax: 250-836-4399 Email: askews3@telus.net
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Group Publisher Are you a seasoned Community Newspaper Publisher looking to relocate to the Okanagan? We are looking for a Group Publisher to manage our South Okanagan markets. As a seasoned Publisher, you will achieve financial growth by developing and implementing strategic marketing and sales plans to generate new business and achieve the company’s business objectives. You will have at least five years’ experience in a sales or business development role, and knowledge or experience in a community newspaper publishing environment. Your success in developing and implementing sales strategies is a result of your entrepreneurial spirit, well developed customer service and communication skills, knowledge of the publishing industry, and extensive business connections. As the largest independent newspaper group with more than 170 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. This is a full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter before Friday, May 29th to: Bruce McAuliffe, President Black Press BC South c/o Kelowna Capital News 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. V1X 7K2 Email: brucem@blackpress.ca
www.blackpress.ca
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Financial Services Department Salmon Arm, a lifestyle community The lifestyle community of Salmon Arm is nestled on the shore of Salmon Arm Bay of Shuswap Lake, centrally located half way between Vancouver and Calgary. With a population of approximately 17,500, it is the largest community on Shuswap Lake and serves as the business centre for the area. Surrounded by rolling hillsides, Salmon Arm is rich in culture and arts and enjoys a full complement of excellent recreation and community facilities including a modern City Hall. With a moderate climate and four distinct seasons, Salmon Arm offers year-round recreation and is renowned for its low stress lifestyle. Career Opportunity The City of Salmon Arm is seeking a qualified Accountant. Reporting to and under the direction of the Manager of Financial Services, the Accountant performs duties within the Finance Department which encompasses accounting, auditing, budgeting, preparation of financial reports, yearend working papers, annual financial statements and related documents, collections and cashier operations, reconciling and maintaining accounting records and various research/analysis/recommendation projects. In addition, the Accountant will be expected to assist the Manager of Financial Services as required. The Accountant operates in accordance with provincial statutes, local bylaws, internal regulations, policies and professional accounting practices and within such boundaries, exercises a moderate degree of independence of action and judgment based on technical and corporate perspectives. The Accountant will also perform duties associated with banking operations including investment and redemption of funds, monthend, budget entry, letters of credit, GST/PST reconciliations and reporting, monthly bank reconciliations, etc. The Accountant may be required, from time to time, to perform duties related to utilities, property taxes, accounts payable and receivable, payroll and budget preparation and analysis. The successful candidate will possess a recognized accounting designation supported by three (3) or more years of accounting and auditing experience, including one (1) year in a municipal environment and one (1) year managing employees; or the equivalent. The successful candidate will possess highly developed customer service and interpersonal skills complimented by strong verbal and written communications. REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • Grade 12, accredited accounting designation, C.G.A., C.M.A. or C.A., supported by three (3) or more years of accounting and auditing experience, including one (1) year in a municipal environment and one (1) year experience managing employees; or equivalent; • Experience in the preparation of financial reports, annual financial statements and related documents; • In depth working knowledge of computer software systems; • Experience in a team environment; and • Well developed interpersonal/public relations skills. Preferred Education, Training and Experience • Strong analytical, technical, multitasking skills; • Strong verbal and written communication skills; • Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply sound judgment; and • Highly organized, neat and accurate with the ability to meet deadlines. A sound knowledge of municipal organizations and operations is preferred. Please visit our web site at www.salmonarm.ca for a full job description as well as additional background information on our community. If you are interested in this position and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we look forward to you contacting us or submitting your resume and cover letter no later than May 27, 2015 to: Human Resources, City of Salmon Arm Box 40 (500 – 2 Avenue NE) Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Fax: 250.803.4041 humanresources@salmonarm.caa E-mail: humanresources@salmonarm.ca We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Misc Services
Garage Sales
Home & Yard
MAY 15 & 16;Down sizing furniture sale, antique & vintage, cabinet, oak table, wing back chairs, etc. (250)832-9179 for info.12 - 2850 7 th. Ave. NE
Wonderful Seasonal
Opportunity with Bliss Clean
Hiring immediately. Position is for weekends & periodic week cleans. Must have reliable vehicle & cell phone. Send resume & references directly to: blisscleaning@gmail.com
•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance
•Fencing •Decks •Patios
250-253-4663
Medical/Dental
Pets
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
$1,000 Reward for Missing Dog!!! Lost on April 13th, 2015. She is a small black miniature pincher. 11 lbs, black and tan color with a bit of grey due to age. When she went missing she was wearing a beige jacket with brown teddy bear patterns on her coat. The coat has a blue trim. She was last seen near old Sicamouse road in Grindrod. Please call me if you have any information at 778-883-7219 or donnadinh2@gmail.com. Thank you and please help me, she is my family!
Trades, Technical Parts Person -We need a hard working, energetic individual as parts person in our agricultural equipment store, Kamloops. Successful candidate shall have: Basic ag. mechanical knowledge. Excellent computer & interpersonal skills. Fax: (1)250-546-3165 / E-mail Jeanne@nobletractor.com
Road Construction FOREMAN TYBO CONTRACTING is currently looking for Foreman with road, pipe & grading experience for the Malakwa Bridge Replacement Project. Must also have experience in supervising crews. Please email resumes to:
jkennett@tybo.ca
Services
Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
Cleaning Services CAREGIVER AVAILABLE for seniors or disabled, light physical assistance, general care, supervision of medications, housework,meals, etc. Drive you to your appointments or shopping. Tappen & Salmon Arm area (250)804-6043
Garden & Lawn ROTOTILLING Big or small (250)832-1192 STEVEN’S Lawncare mowing, raking, eaves troughs, dump runs & pressure washing (250)832-9668
Home Improvements CARPENTRY, drywall, painting, flooring, tile. 31 yrs exp, small job ok. Free Estimates. Call Brad (250)448-1442 FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
Kitchen Cabinets WE sell kitchen cabinets & do installation, complete kitchen renovations. Free estimates. Call Brad (250)448-1442
Help for today. Hope for Tomorrow. Call 1-800-667-3742
Merchandise for Sale
Antiques / Vintage Antiques! May 16, 17 & 18, 51 Potrie Rd, 25 km from Enderby Bridge along Mabel Lake Rd. 250-838-6013. Formerly Milkhouse Antiques.
Bartering Maintenance Person Help wanted small farm near downtown Salmon Arm needs maintenance person, land would be available for hay or cow pasture in exchange for maintenance in short term temporary help for farm fencing, clean up, etc. Please reply email to: jobs@saobserver.net
$100 & Under COFFEE table 48”x20” $40 w/ glass top. TV cabinet 70”x30” glass shelf on top & 2 doors bottom $30. (250)517-8237
$200 & Under DANA Douglas hospital/home air mattress, 1yr. old, 36x80, $325 now $165 (250)835-8494
$300 & Under SEARS/craftsman 10” cabinetmakers radial saw incl. molding heads $220.(250)675-4909
Fruit & Vegetables LARGE PLANT SALE. 2700-65Ave NE, Thurs-Sat May 7-May 29. Veggies, Perennials, grasses and Annuals (250)833-2180
Garage Sales CHASE: multifamily sale, 234 Brooke Dr. May 16, starting 8am & going all day Sat, antiques, camping, fishing gear, hshld, & much, more! COMMUNITY garage and BAKE sale Saturday May 30, 9-1, Deo Lutheran Church 1801 30th St NE. To reserve a table (no charge) call Pastor Erik 250-517-9956 or email pastorerik@gmail.com ESTATE SALE: May 16, 8am to 12pm. 591 Mobley Rd. Sunnybrae.
Merchandise for Sale
MEGA-MULTI FAMILY SALE. Sat. May 23 & Sun. May 24, 8-4. 581 28 St. SE. Turn at 6th Ave. SE at sign. MULTI-FAMILY Garage Sale. Furniture, toys, tools, collectibles, books, clothing and more. Saturday, May 16. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 1460 - 10 Street SW. MULTI UNIT - Braeside Place 780-10th ST. S.W. Sat. May 16th. 8am to 3pm. Pressure canner, hshld items. STREET YARD SALE: in Cedar Heights on Tamarac Terrace. May 16th, 8am to 1pm. Watch for balloons. WHITE Lake-2770 White Lake Rd. Tools, hshold & misc. May 16, Sat. 8-2
Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
Real Estate
Misc. Wanted
Mobile Homes & Parks
For Sale By Owner
Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antique Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 in town.
15 minute drive to Sicamous
PURCHASING scrap gold & old Canadian & American coin collections. 250-548-3670 WANTED: illustrator for children’s song book (250)8323338
Classifieds Get Results! Free Items 3BDRM. 60’ trailer-house in Sicamous in good living cond. is available free. Only cost to you is you pay to move. If interested call Carol or Doug (403)255-7932
Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale 2 bdrm condo (Salmon Arm) ground floor unit, private patio, all appliciances included. Parking in front of unit included. $119,900 Century 21 lifestyle. (250)833-5153
For Sale By Owner 3 BED, 2 bath, on 2.6 acres. Enderby MLS X3174942. $369,000. Call 250-550-0340
Excavating & Drainage
1/4 mile of Eagle River frontage
8 drawer dresser, drk brown, good cond. $50., 5 drawer chest drk brown $50., white laundry tub w/taps in 2 door cabinet. $50., lrg brown recliner clean. $30. (250)832-5444 CEMENT mixer, 12.5HP, B&S + electric motor $150., powered grindstone $50., 16” scroll saw $50. (250)833-0151
Best pricing for New Homes in Sicamous Bi-weekly payment from
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Land and Home Ownership 250-833-4728
eaglehomes.ca/listings
If you see a wildfire, report it to
1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.
Excavating & Drainage
Custom built skateboard ramp, 8’x4’x8’, $200. metal adjustable Ollie rail $100. , sump pump $100. oak table w/6 burgundy chairs, 2 leafs & hutch, mint cond. $1000. stand up freezer $150 70” Mitsubishi TV $100. queen box spring $20. (250)832-0512 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. Spring Tire Changeover Special! Only $50 for 4 tire changeover and balance. Flexible schedule. Evenings, weekends, I’ll work around YOUR schedule. I also have new tire sales available Call Dan (250)835-4632
Misc. Wanted CASH Paid for 10K-24K jewelry, old coins & $5 coins & higher. Todd - 250-864-3521
SA: Moving sale, 4891-16St. NE, May 16 & 23, 8:30-1, hshld, tools, furn, collectibles.
HELP, I can’t seem to win a set. Looking for someone to provide introductory tennis lessons. Garth (250)832-5876
Financial Services
Financial Services
Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years. • Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools
www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2
250-832-0707
Farm Services
Farm Services
REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.
• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
We Deliver
250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110 Garden & Lawn
Garden & Lawn
’s BARlMaSnALd ES F
PICK-UP OR DELIVERY
• Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw
Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449
Home Improvements
Home Improvements
CARPENTER/HANDYMAN Available
Grumpy Old Man • Building Projects • Home Improvements • Repairs, Renovations • Too many years experience fixing old houses • Local References
Homes Wanted MOVING to Salmon Arm. Looking for 1-5 acres in town. Preferably NE, Hillcrest or South Canoe areas. Budget of $650k or less. Call or text Andre. 250-870-7088
$350,000.
DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING Misc. for Sale
By Owner - Malakwa 49 acres with house 800sqft. 2 Bedroom
Real Estate
250 833-5668
Owner will carry mortgage with small down payment Call Mark 1 (604)541-6391 or 1(604)671-7498
TRY A CLASSIFIED AD
Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES
Best rate 5yr-2.84%OAC
Houses For Sale
Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca
2014 2bdrm, 2bath, carport, patio, sundeck, garden shed in Countryside MHP. Below cost at $138,000. (778)489-4448
Rates Consistently better than banks
(250)832-8766
Toll free 1-800-658-2345
Pets
Pets
PET GROOMING With Michelle
Monday to Friday
All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs
Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
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Rentals
Rentals
Apt/Condo for Rent
Commercial/ Industrial
1BDRM. balcony apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $680/mo.(1-855)852-5660 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Avail June 1st, Walk to town. Includes W/D, DW, A/C; N/S, N/P. $850/mo. Call (250) 515-1808 BACHELOR ste furnished dntwn Salmon Arm N/S, incl. Sat TV utilities. Coin Ldry. $610. Call 604-835-4111 LAKEVIEW MANOR Beautiful unfurnished and fully furnished Apts. Viewing Shuswap Lake & McGuire Park. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. *Short term rates avail. Ref’s req’d (250)833-9148
4HERE S MORE TO LOSE THAN JUST MEMORIES
SICAMOUS: Commercial bay, 1300sqft., overhead door, office space, TCH frontage, $863/mo. (250)804-8806
Cottages / Cabins BRIGHT, clean fully furn. cottage, Paradise Point, past Sunnybrae, 1bdrm., kitchen living & dining room, laundry. Avail in June $50/day. incl. hydro, sat tv & internet. (250)835-8236
Homes for Rent 2 BDRM. + den. newly reno’d, sunroom, w/d, walk to town, bus rte., $1000/mo. + util., NS Refs req’d. (250)833-2625 CENTRALLY located new 4 bdrm home for rent June 15th. This home comes with 6 appl., 3 full baths, green space & very quiet neighbourhood. Please call (403)630-6073
OfďŹ ce/Retail PROFESSIONAL office rental in medical building. Located close to hospital. 1,079 sq. ft. plus shared reception and common areas. Enquiries to contact Cynthia
WWW ALZHEIMERBC ORG SICAMOUS for rent. Third floor, Two bedroom apt. available June 1st. Sunny west view, In-suite storage. F/S and utilities except Hydro. $750 plus Hydro and S/D. 250-836-3849.
Commercial/ Industrial For Lease
Downtown Salmon Arm 2400 sqft., professionally finished, high visibility, high traffic location, quality building, ground floor, level entry, wheelchair accessible, HVAC air & heat, ideal for professional or retail C-2, $12/sq ft. Call Keith Chancellor 1 (250)832-6060
Sport Utility Vehicle
omanager@mapletreemedical.com
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE spaces available by the month or lease. Reception, Admin, private enclosed offices, desks and phones available. Suitable for small businesses or single practitioners. Ground level in high traffic location, downtown Salmon Arm. Contact Keith Chancellor (250)832-6060 for info.
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Transportation
Suites, Lower
Recreational/Sale
2BDRM, quiet, close to town, private entrance, W/D, NS, NP, $850/mo incl. util., avial. July 1 (250)832-2898
1994 KUSTOM KOACH w/solar panels, 3 burner stove w/oven, 3pc bath, hijack hitch, A/C. & more. $6,450. 250-833-0053.
LARGE 1bdrm., avail immed., 1 tenant only, NS, NP, $800/mo. util incl., (250)8328168 or (250)517-9285
1-800-222-TIPS LARGE walk in bsmt suite, suitable for working couple or single, very private on acreage in town, garden area, etc NS/NP (250)833-6005 lv msg
Suites, Upper 1BDRM + den, 10 min to town bright $750 all util. incl., NP, (250)835-4329 (250)804-6016 Blind Bay large, bright 2 bedroom, lake & Mt. views, ground level, deck, separate entrance, NS, NP, 5appl., lease & ref’s req., $900/mo. includes utilities, wiďŹ & sat tv available now (250)675-3250
2010 Ford XLT F150 truck, 5.4 auto, 4 wheel dr, cr, cab, redw/matching canope, extra:running boards, large towing mirrors, 69,300 kms, ex cond., Never driven Winter. $24,200.obo. 2006 25’ Keystone(Hornet) trailer, large slide, white/navy w/awning, extra:portable solar panel, new tires, electric hitch jack, powered vent fan. $14,300. Package deal $35,500 1-250-832-8025. HEAVY duty trailer with ramps. Ideal for motorcycles or ATV’s $950. (250)832-6263 TRIPLE E 1997 33’ Commander, 460 Ford chassis, 9� wider body, gps pkg, 60,000km, 1 owner $20,000. (250)833-2120
Transportation
Cars - Domestic 2002 SATURN Sedan, 190,000 kms. One owner. $500.00. 2004 Pontiac Transport Montana. 212,000 kms. run well. $1700.00. 250-8320687.
Vehicle Wanted CHEVY TAHOE 2004-2006 Must be in execl. cond., low miles, leather interior. (250)832-2550
Recreational/Sale BOLER trailer for sale also steel trusses & scaffolding Call 250-463-3216
Tenders
Tenders
Sport Utility Vehicle
2010 Ford Escape XLT AWD, V6, remote start, trailer hitch, air, cruise, all weather floor mats, 2 sets Michelin tires on rims, 95,600 kms. Asking $15,495. Call: 250-832-2533
Homes for Rent
Lakeside Realty Ltd.
Rentals
Homes for Rent
R E N TA L S
3 Bdrm., 1 bath house w/detached garage 4 appliances, N/S/ N/P 1616 Blind Bay Road, Sorrento $1200/mo. 2 Bdrm, 2 bath, Condo 5 appliances N/S N/P #302 420 4th Ave. SE., Salmon Arm $950/mo. 2 Bdrm, 1 bath, unit in 4 plex 4 appliances, N/S N/P 7010 Black Rd, Salmon Arm 2 Bdrm, 1 bath, unit in duplex Close to mall, N/S, N/P W 740 10th St., SW, Salmon Arm
$800/mo.
INVITATION TO TENDER Downie Timber Ltd. is administering tenders for silviculture projects in the 2015 field season. Opportunities are available for 75 ha of manual brushing (AD061622), and 79.9ha of chemical ground site prep (AD061623). Projects are being funded through the Land Based Investment Program (LBIP) and are subject to funding approval. Tender Information can be found on the LBIP website: https://www.fialicensees.com/FIA_ Advertisements/PublicAdvertisements.aspx Closing Date: May 29th, 2015
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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): Hold your horses Rams! You’re in a hurry to get your message out loud and clear but, if you rush too much, you may broadcast the wrong message. So you’ll have to dig deep to find a quality that you usually have in short supply … patience. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): This week’s stars favour group activities, social networking, creative projects and having fun with friends. Under the influence of the Venus/Neptune trine, the weekend is all about romance. So it’s a fabulous time to go on a first date, write a love letter, organize a candlelit dinner or escape on a romantic rendezvous. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): With impulsive Mars charging into your sign, you want things done quickly and you want them done now! But this week, Saturn has other ideas. When it comes to a relationship, you’re keen to zoom full steam ahead whereas they want to take things more slowly. So you are going to have to be patient … not one of your strengths CANCER (June 21-July 22): Routine responsibilities may be getting you down, and leave you daydreaming about a heavenly holiday or exotic escape. Back in the real world, don’t complicate matters by becoming dependent on the counsel of others. Asking for advice is fine but it’s up to you to make the final decision. Saturn dampens displays of affection, which could also throw you into clingy Crab mode. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may find it difficult to let go of grudges and grievances this week. If you stew over perceived slights and sweat the small stuff, then you’ll just end up feeling stressed and exhausted by the end of the week. So avoid getting drawn into complicated discussions – especially with a child, teenager or friend. For some single Lions – a relationship from the past is romantically rekindled. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your mind is consumed with work issues [or a volunteer project] but don’t put all your eggs in the one basket Virgo. Diversify your interests; expand your contacts; and keep your options open. And avoid worrying about situations that will probably never happen. Instead, maintain a sense of perspective as you focus your attention firmly on the here and now. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be extra careful when
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communicating with others this week [whether in person or via social media]. If you say something – or send a message – when you’re not concentrating [or are feeling rushed] then it could lead to unpleasant consequences. When it comes to a work matter, volunteer project or job interview, make sure you pump up the Libran charm and dress to impress! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Money matters look challenging as you are hit with extra bills, expensive repairs or rising costs. It’s imperative that you work out a strict budget and stick to it – especially if you are involved in a financial partnership. Romantic relationships and international friendships are favoured on the weekend, so make the most of the positive vibes. Socialising with loved ones puts a spring in your step and a smile on your Scorpio dial. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’re keen to power ahead with a project [or potential partner] but expect frustrations, delays or challenges this week as Saturn seems to stymie every move you make. Don’t stress Sagittarius! On the weekend, Venus and Neptune encourage you to help a friend or family member who needs some support, encouragement and direction. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): This week’s planetary salad throws a full dose of frustration into the mix, as Saturn [your ruling planet] opposes Mars and slows everything down. Which could send your stress levels into the outer stratosphere. Calm down Capricorn! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A work project or business idea that started as a vague dream has definite potential. But does it seem to be taking forever for your dreams to come true? And are you blaming circumstances - or those around you - for the annoying delays? Take a long hard look at yourself Aquarius. Perhaps the saboteur is none other than you? PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A chat with a teacher or mentor puts a current problem in perspective. But relations with a work colleague or family member could be strained, as you feel emotionally disconnected from each other. So find smart ways to grab their attention and re-establish a connection. On the weekend you’re at your creative and compassionate best, as you inspire those around you.
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Wood Heat Services
Wire, Tin, Fridges, Stoves, Freezers… FREE DROP OFF!
• Fully Insured • Chimney Sweep • Stove Installs & Maintenance • WETT Inspections Call Robert Babakaiff 250-803-2168 Salmon Arm
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• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
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• Fischer’s Funeral Home • Ben’s Towing
4130 - 1st Ave. SW
cell: 250-253-2829
• Utility locating - Hydro/gas/water/fibre optics • Catch basins/sumps/drains • Line flushing (storm/sani/culverts) • Hot Water Boiler • Slot trenching • Street flushing/Lot washing
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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 ART GALLERY – presents #becauseart, a multi-media youth
exhibition to May 30. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday.
ORGANIC MARKET – Wildflight Farms moves their
Wednesday markets to the Uptown Askew’s parking lot from 3 to 5 p.m. in a trial run during the month of May.
PUBLIC HEALTH – holds a pre-natal breast-feeding clinic
from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Family Resource Centre, 181 Trans-Canada Hwy NE. Take a doll, your Baby’s Best Chance book and breast-feeding questions. Friends, family and partners are welcome. Call Marla or Barb at the Salmon Arm Health Centre at 250-833-4101.
THURSDAY, MAY 21
MONDAY, MAY 25
GIRLS NIGHT – All girls in grades 8 to 12 are invited to the
SHUSWAP CYCLING CLUB – hosts a Bike to Work Week
FRIDAY, MAY 22
SUNDAY, MAY 24
LEONARD COHEN TRIBUTE – Jake and Friends present a
R.J. HANEY HERITAGE VILLAGE – hosts the Sixth Annual
SAS Girls Night on May 21, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Sullivan gym. Take part in an evening of fun games and conversation, a great opportunity to be introduced to new friends as you transition into your high school years.
fundraiser to support the proposed Shuswap Performing Arts Centre, with 18 talented artists performing 24 Cohen songs, some
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RETIRED TEACHERS – Shuswap and District
retired teachers meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Elk’s Hall for coffee and conversation. For information, call A. Waters at 250-8329973,
Cliffjumpers, combining the talents of Doug Sonju on clarinet, Greg Sumner on trumpet, Gordon Waters on trombone, John Hansen on banjo, Jim Johnston on piano and Bill Lockie on string bass, 7 to 9 p.m. in the banquet room of Shuswap Chefs, 551 Trans-Canada Hwy. NE.
launches the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival. Guest presenters will entertain by reading or singing from 7 to 11:30 p.m. in the Balmoral Room at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. The festival takes place Friday and Saturday at the Prestige and Sunday at Okanagan College, featuring skill development workshops and open forums, a blue-pencil session, banquet and entertainment. Visit shuswapassociationofwriters.ca for info.
High Tea, featuring sandwiches and sweets, live music, stories, entertainment, door prizes, a silent auction and croquet. Tickets are available at Haney Village, Askew’s Foods, or premium by calling $250-832-5243.
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SALMON ARM JAZZ - presents The
WORD ON THE LAKE – a Coffee House
kick-off pancake celebration from 7 to 9 p.m. at McGuire Lake. Register for Bike to Work at www. biketowork.ca/shuswap. Celebration Stations will be located at Uptown Askew’s, CSRD office and on Ross Street from 7 to 9 a.m. May 27 to May 30.
Hanging Baskets
THURSDAY, MAY 14
FRIDAY, MAY 15
get out of the lies, at 5 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.
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We have a fully stocked greenhouse! Annuals • Perennials • Basket Stuffers
Huge selection of vegetable plants for your garden!
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SATURDAY, MAY 16 SHUSWAP THEATRE – hosts a garage sale. Take your
donations to the theatre on May 15, including clothes that are funky or don’t fit, to the theatre on May 15. No National Geographic or other magazines please.
STEELSTRING ACOUSTIC JAM – plays at 248 Shuswap St.
from 2 to 4 p.m. All ages welcome.
SUNDAY, MAY 17 KRISTIE MCCRACKEN – Vancouver singer-songwriter
releases her new CD Let it Go and Grow at the Wicked Spoon Tap & Grill from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is by donation.
GOSPEL MUSIC COFFEEHOUSE – Takes place at 2 p.m. at the
Downtown Activity Centre (third Sunday of every month). Admission is $3. For more information, call Lloyd at 250-836-5455 or Hank at 250-833-7900.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 SHUSWAP QUESTERS - presents Awareness Through
Movement with Marie-Paule Wiley. This mind-body exploration how to access the brain’s potential through self-discovery of new paths of movement, increasing the ability to move with greater ease and flexibility from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Downtown Activity Centre. Admission
SATURDAY, MAY 23 CARLIN COUNTRY MARKET – takes place from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. at Carlin School and features delicious food, shopping at more than 40 vendors, gigantic book sale, pay-what-you-can garage sale and plant sale. There will be a dunk tank, kid’s carnival games, bouncy houses and slides, face-painting, little kids corner, sports and games and, for the first time, a remote control car track, laser tag game, paint ball targets ad fiant building blocks. For more information, call Carmen Massey at 250-804-3466 or email ctmassey@hotmail.com. Admission is by donation.
SHUSWAP GARDEN CLUB – holds a Spring Potluck Social at
5 p.m. at the Scout Hall, 2460 Auto Rd. Demo on constructing a small water feature. Take dessert or salad, plate, mug and cutlery. Everyone is welcome.
ELKS FUNDRAISER – A large multi-family flea market and
garage sale will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Elks Park, 3690 30th St. NE.
SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Preggoland, a film
about a 35-year-old woman who pretends to be pregnant in order to fit in with her friends and finds it difficult to
SHUSWAP CYCLING CLUB – The end
of bike month will be celebrated with a barbecue from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Ross Street Stage with draws, prizes and entertainment. Kids’ Draw for Shuswap Challenge is at 4 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 SHUSWAP FOOD ACTION COALITION – presents Let Your Food be Your Medicine – a seminar on the relationship between food and good health, facilitated by an educator and nutritional consultant, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Little Mountain Field House, 250 30th Street SE. Learn how to use food to optimize your immune system, fight viruses, bacteria, superbugs, overcome weight problems, get rid of Type 2 diabetes and more. Tickets at the door.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-5:30 pm • Sat. 9 am-5 pm • Sun. 10 am-4 pm
of them singalong, interspersed with interesting information about his life, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Shuswap Theatre. Admission is by donation at the door.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
SHUSWAP CYCLING CLUB – The end
of bike month will be celebrated with a barbecue from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Ross Street Stage with draws, prizes and entertainment. Kids’ Draw for Shuswap Challenge is at 4 p.m. LADIES RETREAT – Deep Calls unto Deep is the theme of this event planned for women and teen girls featuring worship, teaching, food and fellowship. Guest speaker is Letty Bremnes, formerly pastor’s wife in Salmon Arm and now serving in missions in Ecuador at Living Waters Church at 6:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Admission is $40 and includes Saturday lunch and supper. Contact Bev Flewwelling by email to jbflew@telus.net or by phone to 250 804 8775. FINE FIDDLING – Acclaimed Canadian fiddler Scott Woods
presents Fiddling in the Key pf ...eh? from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre, featuring an exploration of great fiddling styles.
SATURDAY, MAY 30 SLEEPING CHILDREN – Comfort Inn & Suites hosts a
fundraising Show and Shine from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot at 1090 22nd St. NE to raise money to buy bedkits for children around the world through the Sleeping Children Around the World, 100 per cent of funds raised goes to the charity. The Show and Shine will feature popcorn, hotdogs and beverages. Donations of $10 or more will be eligible for a tax receipt.
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Mayor disappointed with transit spending freeze By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
Nancy Cooper is unhappy with the province’s three-year freeze on new public transit spending. The Salmon Arm mayor was also unimpressed with B.C. Transportation Minister Todd Stone’s explanation for the freeze, shared with delegates at the recent Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) in Kamloops. After discussing the province’s 10-yeartransportation plan, Cooper said the minister was asked by SILGA attendees to explain the reason for the funding freeze with BC Transit. “He talked a long time, a very long answer, but basically it got down to the Province of B.C. is committed to balancing their budget,” said Cooper.
The SILGA convention did provide numerous educational and networking opportunities for Salmon Arm’s mayor and councillors. Cooper said she got to tour Kamloops’ waste-
too…” said Cooper. “When it’s treated now (in Salmon Arm), it goes into the lake. We’d like to see that changed, so going to see what they were doing there was great.”
Cooper was also pleased to see SILGA delegates support a Columbia Shuswap Regional District resolution requesting the province to support overhead costs for
nurse practitioners to operate. “I actually think that the province is really looking at that, because when we can’t get doctors to an area, a nurse practitioner is
a really good option,” said Cooper, “But they need some help with the overhead funding to rent a place and get all the equipment that they need and pay the utilities.”
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Coun. Chad Eliason SILGa preSIdent Though she understands the importance of a balanced budget, Cooper also sees a Catch-22 for the economy with the government unwilling to support new, needed transit routes. “How do we expand and how do we do the things people would like us to do?” said Cooper. “We’re talking about even buses out to the industrial park, so people can get out to jobs, people can get out to the trades training centre. We’ll have to do something creative I guess here.” Salmon Arm also got an strong voice on SILGA with Coun. Chad Eliason being acclaimed as the new president of the association.
water treatment plant, and learned how the treated waste is used as fertilizer on 450-acres of city-owned property. “Down the road, we’ll have to look at some alternatives
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