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Future beat Brooke Richardson leads a group of dancers in a performance titled “Galaxy Guardians” during the Shuswap Dance Centre’s gala performance at the Shuswap Theatre on Saturday, June 13. Dancers performed solos, duets and group numbers showcasing a variety of dance styles.

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Houseboat trial coming to a close by Cam Fortems KAMlooPS THIS WeeK

A B.c. Supreme court justice must decide whether the man who had control of the throttle on a ski boat when it smashed into a houseboat in the pitch darkness of Shuswap lake, killing its operator, was reckless or whether he hit another craft that should have been lit. defence and crown lawyers made final arguments Monday in the trial of leon Reinbrecht, who is charged with dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily injury. The trial comes nearly five years after the canada day fireworks celebration on the lake, in 2010. The crown called more than 50 witnesses, many of whom were on the lake or shoreline.

“This case is complex because of the variety of evidence… It’s remarkably simple in many ways as well,” said defence lawyer Joe doyle. He compared houseboat operator Ken Brown, who a toxicology test found was impaired at the time, to a driver on a highway without headlights. “This is running into an unlit vessel that’s moving, that should have had its lights on… He [Brown] shouldn’t have been out there.” The trial heard conflicting evidence from witnesses whether Brown’s houseboat had its navigational lights on. That conflict creates a reasonable doubt whether Reinbrecht is guilty, he said. But crown lawyer camille cook told Justice Sheri donegan that 25 witnesses testified they saw lights of some kind on

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the houseboat, either before or some beer, but said there is no after the crash. There was evievidence he was drunk. dence, however, that a white It also admits he was going mast light was not functional. at planing speed and had cut cook said Reinbrecht’s acdonuts on the water prior to the tions before the crash consticollision that ended with Reintute what she called a “pattern brecht’s campion inserted into of reckless disregard for the the houseboat safety of others.” “It may have been careless Those included drinking to do donuts,” doyle said. “He beer, smoking pot, planing his Leon Reinbrecht wasn’t around any other boats. Accused of speedboat in the darkness and He was in the middle of the looking at the shoreline as if he negligence lake.” was lost. cook argued, however, the There is little Brown could crash was close to shore, where do to evade the crash that took his life, she extra precaution was necessary. argued. The trial is expected to be completed “There just wasn’t enough time to react Tuesday, after the Observer’s press time, to the oncoming speedboat.” with donegan reserving a decision to a defence has admitted Reinbrecht drank later date.

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Impaired driving suspected Police are investigating a 45-year-old Tappen woman for impaired driving after a singlevehicle accident on the Trans-Canada Highway near Second Nations Road on Thursday, June 11. At 8:35 p.m., police responded to the call and discovered an eastbound vehicle with two occupants went off the road into the ditch rolling several times before coming to a stop on its side. The female driver was ejected from the vehicle and the male passenger was trapped inside and had to be extracted by the Salmon Arm Rescue Unit. Both occupants were transported to hospital by ambulance with serious, but undetermined injuries.

Flash fire injures farrier Burns from a flash fire inside a pickup truck with a canopy sent a Deep Creek farrier to hospital Wednesday. The man had been shoeing horses in the morning and had stopped at the Co-op, Salmon Arm Gas Bar to refill a large propane tank mounted under the canopy. He was disconnecting the filling line from the propane tank, which was close to a small forge. “There was a release of propane and because the forge was still hot it ignited,” said acting fire chief Jim Nickles. “Paramedics transported him to the hospital. They were concerned about his airway.” Nickles says one child inside the crew cab was not injured, nor was a Co-op attendant who was standing at the back of the truck.

Excessive speed On Monday, June 15 at 4:50 a.m., a Salmon Arm RCMP officer observed a vehicle travelling 63 km/h over the posted speed limit. The vehicle was stopped and the new driver was issued an excessive speeding fine of $483 and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. The new driver had received a written warning for speeding four hours earlier by another Salmon Arm officer.

Workplace accident Police and EHS responded to a man found deceased outside of a residence in Eagle Bay on June 11. The 68-year-old was working outside of the residence on a ladder and was found lying on the ground by co-workers. WorkSafe BC and the Coroner are investigating.

Safety Authority: Cites unsafe gas work. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

The British Columbia Safety Authority (BCSA) has issued a news release that calls on homeowners, businesses and building managers in the Shuswap, particularly Salmon Arm, to contact the BCSA if they have had gas work performed by John Lund. States the news release: “BCSA has identified numerous instances of Mr. Lund

The release asks that anyone with information regarding work performed by Lund call BCSA at 1-866-5667233, or email info@ safetyauthority.ca immediately. Lund, former long-

time president of the now-defunct Lion’s Club, told the Observer he did not wish to comment publicly and suggested the newspaper contact his lawyer. His lawyer was not available for comment.

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On the job

Getting a jump-start on trades skills of different electrical things. Who you learn from, too, really helps.” Overall he recommends the ACE IT program. “Yes, for sure. It’ll help you get a job quicker and gives you a foundation to build on.

By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Dayne Steiger will be graduating with more than a diploma later this month. Steiger is one of several Salmon Arm Secondary students who has been enrolled in the ACE-IT program. Last August he began taking a six-month welding course at Okanagan College. Steiger explains that when he was in Grade 10, he and his friend were in a power mechanics class at the high school working on small engines, where they were able to try welding. They liked it, found out about the program and, a bonus feature, tuition would be covered by the province. The only downside for Steiger was that because the course rotates between different campuses, the only way for him to take it was at the Vernon campus, not in Salmon Arm. “In the beginning we did all the safety stuff, a lot of sitting in the classroom, a lot of theory basically,” he explains. That lasted for about two weeks and then it was full-speed ahead with welding. The students learned three different types of basic welding. Mornings were theory, afternoons – practical work. “Sitting in the classroom learning theory, it’s not the best… Out in the shop, how you learn, the atmosphere is just awesome. Along the way I met so many good people and made friendships – the whole way it’s set up is what I like the most.” The hardest part?

to becoming an electrician? “Somebody who likes to work outside, but it’s not the most physically demanding job,” he says. “There’s lots of math and physics involved in certain things.”

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pleted a pre-apprenticeship welding course before graduating from Grade 12. “It’s a lot of dedication,” he says. “If you miss a day, it’s a big deal, you’re behind a whole day and you can’t make it up. It’s a lot of work.” Overall, however, it was a great course. “I’ve never done anything like it before. It was awesome, I loved it. I just had a great time there actually, I really enjoyed it.” Steiger lives on a farm, so he’s been getting some practice doing small welding jobs. About two weeks ago he landed a job in the industrial park, and he’s thrilled. Aidan Miege-Moffat is also a graduate of the ACE-IT program and has been working for more than two years for an electrician. The electrician program was held at the Salmon Arm campus of Okanagan College during his first semester of Grade 12, so he was able to take it there. He then did his final semes-

Also, it’s six months long, and at the end of six months you kind of know if you like it or not. It’s good to know if you’re not sure going into it if you like it or not.” What kind of person would be well-suited

ter of high school and was able to find a job with All Phase Electric following graduation. “I talked to my boss about it. He prefers to hire someone who’s done the course... It gives you a foundation, an understanding of the some of the stuff.” As an apprentice, Miege-Moffat needs 6,000 hours of work and four terms of schooling, 10 weeks each year, to become a journeyman or red seal electrician. “Doing pre-apprentice in high school got me my first year’s schooling already, so that was also very helpful.” He’s since done a second round of schooling, so he has just two to go. Miege-Moffat said the employment picture can be hard for apprentices because not all of them can do certain types of work. “Education has helped, but what has helped is doing a bunch

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On the job

YOU WORK. YOU DRIVE.

Several routes to find work By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

“There’s a ton of work right now in Salmon Arm. If you’re looking for work, now’s the time to be looking in Salmon Arm.” These words are how Brent Moffat, job developer at Work BC in Salmon Arm and Sicamous, paints the current employment picture. The new Chances gaming centre, with an opening target of early August, is in the process of hiring 85 people. Between 500 and 600 have applied. Moffat also said the hog-processing facility in the industrial park is going to be re-opening soon and will need 35 people immediately. As well, there are lots of seasonal positions. “The nice thing about Chances and the hog processing – they go year round,” he said.

For people seeking training, Moffat notes Okanagan College is a good option as it has lots of strong diploma programs. “The two-year business diploma program... any business likes that. A person will have all the fundamental skills and you can train them the way you want them to work.” He said he hasn’t seen a big influx of people coming back from the oil fields looking for work. He also notes skilled trades are always in demand. Mark Marino is the school district’s career supervisor. He works with school-based coordinators to bring programs and opportunities to students. Students in Grades 11 and 12 can take ‘dual credit’ programs, where they get high school as well as college credits, tuitionfree. Programs range

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manager at the Chances gaming centre, interviews a potential employee. from professional cook to hairstylist to residential construction. Secondary school apprenticeships are also offered where students who work with a qualified tradesperson can earn 16 high school credits as well as qualify for a $1,000 scholarship. Marino notes that twice a year the school holds industry advisory meetings where different employers attend. They help guide school

district programming. “In terms of training for us, it’s more than creating welders and electricians. It’s students pursuing a passion, acquiring lifelong skills and building confidence,” says Marino. For more information about school district career training, go to www.career.sd83. bc.ca, call Marino at 250-832-3080 or call individual schools and ask for their career coordinator.

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City News and Public Notices 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 rental agreement for a two (2) years, less one (1) day term for property legally described as Lot 1, Section 6, Township 21, Range 9, W6M, KDYD, Plan 4310, and as further described below (Canoe Beach Rental Campsites). Term:

Two (2) years, less one (1) day term November 1, 2014 to October 30, 2016

Property Tax Notices for the City of Salmon Arm have been mailed. If you are the registered owner of property within the City of Salmon Arm and have not received your Property Tax Notice for 2015, please contact the City of Salmon Arm at 500 - 2nd Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, (250) 803-4000. Whether or not you receive a property tax notice, it is your responsibility as the property owner to pay taxes by the due date of July 2, 2015 in order to avoid a penalty.

Civic Address: 78 Avenue NE, Canoe Beach Rental Campsites;

• To avoid long lines at City Hall, pay your taxes early. • Post-dated cheques and partial payments are welcome.

The general terms and conditions of the rental agreement are as follows:

• Payment is accepted at City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (open until 5:00 pm on July 2nd only). Payment may be by cash, cheque, debit card, or your bank’s telebanking/online bill payment service. • Payment drop box is located on the outside wall to the left of the entrance to City Hall, which will be emptied at close of business on July 2, 2015. • Or mail payment to Box 40, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 • Post-marks are not accepted as proof of payment.

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• The Tenant covenants and agrees to use the Campsite solely for seasonal recreational non-commercial purposes during the months of April to October inclusive during each year of the Term, and the Tenant further covenants and agrees not to use, or allow the Campsite to be used or occupied, for any purpose which would contravene the City of Salmon Arm bylaws.

CITY OF SALMON ARM NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS 2015 PROPERTY TAX NOTICES

• The Tenant covenants and agrees to pay the annual property taxes which are assessed against the Campsite, including any improvements located thereon, on or before the due date during each year and is responsible for paying all utilities and services, and operating, maintenance and repair costs, attributable to the Campsite.

For additional information please contact the office of the undersigned. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer City of Salmon Arm 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2

• Provincial Home Owner Grant - If you are eligible, please ensure that the application form on the bottom of the tax notice is completed and signed (if you are 65 years or over please include your birth date). • The Basic Provincial Home Owner Grant can be claimed online at www. salmonarm.ca. • The Provincial Home Owner Grant must be claimed each year you are eligible. • To avoid a penalty on the Provincial Home Owner Grant it must be claimed even if a payment on the outstanding taxes is not made. • Provincial legislation has set minimum property tax payable at $100.00 for persons 65 years or over, veterans and handicapped (with required documentation) and $350.00 for persons under age 65. If your gross taxes are less than $1,120.00, your Provincial Home Owner Grant is adjusted accordingly. • A late payment penalty of 10% will be added to all unpaid balances of current taxes including unclaimed Provincial Home Owner Grants at the close of business, July 2, 2015. • A late payment penalty of 10% will be added to all unpaid Annual Water/ Sewer accounts at the close of business, July 2, 2015. • Receipts will be issued only on request. 2015 TAX DUE DATE - JULY 2, 2015 (Open until 5:00 pm on July 2nd only)

CITY OF SALMON ARM 2014 ANNUAL REPORT The City of Salmon Arm will be considering submissions from the public regarding the 2014 Annual Report at the Regular Meeting of City Council at the Haney Heritage Village & Museum 751 Highway 97B SE (Church) on Monday, June 22, 2015, commencing at 2:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend and will be afforded an opportunity to make comments and ask questions. The Annual Report includes the financial statements, a report of remuneration and expenses, listing of tax exemptions, City achievements and goals for the upcoming years, as well as a description on the services the City provides. Written submissions may be included on the Agenda for the Regular Council Meeting of June 22, 2015. The Annual Report is available for public inspection on the City of Salmon Arm’s website at www.salmonarm.ca and can be viewed at the front counter at City Hall. For more information, please contact Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer at 250.803.4029 or ejackson@salmonarm.ca.

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – HANEY HERITAGE VILLAGE AND MUSEUM JUNE 22, 2015 The Administrative portion of the Regular Council Meeting, scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2015, will be held at Haney Heritage Village and Museum (751 Highway 97B NE), in the church, commencing at 2:30 p.m. The Public Input portion of the meeting will be held in the Council Chamber at City Hall, commencing at 7:00 p.m.

OFFICE CLOSURE This office will be closed Wednesday, July 1, 2015, to observe Canada Day. City Hall will reopen Thursday, July 2, 2015.

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FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH

Tracy Hughes

Advice to my high-school self When I asked if my children’s beloved babysitter could watch my children for my upcoming Thursday night soccer game, I got turned down flat. “It’s grad,” she reminded me with a smile. “Already,” I murmured. “How did that happen so fast?” Yes, it’s true. In just over a week the latest crop of graduates from Salmon Arm Secondary will don their caps and gowns to walk across the stage and into the future. We began chatting about her plans for the night, and it came up that part of her ensemble was a tiara, but she was wavering on whether to wear it. My vote? Wear the tiara. There are very few times in life when you can go all out, bedeck yourself in the fanciest of finery and celebrate the accomplishments of your life. We all could probably use a few more occasions like that to reflect on our successes, put on some sparkly headgear and enjoy the moment. Life isn’t always easy, so wear the tiara when you can. It also got me thinking about where I was at 18 and what I’ve learned since. With the benefit of hindsight, are there things I would have changed? If you could go back and tell your high-school self one piece of advice, what would it be? (Of course the chances that I would have listened to my future self might have been slim because when I was 18 I thought I knew everything!) • Relax. Looking back now, I would definitely tell myself to breathe a little more and trust that my abilities and talents would get me where I wanted to go. Self doubt followed me around like a shadow and it really was a weight I didn’t need to carry. • Plan to travel. While I visited a few places, I was too worried about the money to really go on some of the adventures I dreamed of. Now some of those chances have slipped away. I may still get there yet, but it will likely be a far different experience than had I packed up my backpack when I was younger. • Move away from home and go to school in a new place. This was one of the things I got right. Leaving Calgary and doing my university education in Ottawa offered so many life lessons that had nothing to do with books. It was about learning to stand on your own and gaining a huge appreciation for the things that I previously took for granted. (Especially the price of Kleenex and toilet paper – who knew how much you had to spend on something that had always just been there before?) • Worry less about other people’s expectations and more about living up to my own. Everyone seems to have an opinion on what you should do with the rest of your life and how you should do it. But you know in your gut if a path doesn’t feel right. Trust in that feeling and try not to let the disapproval of others steer you in another direction. Best wishes to all those graduating June 25.

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Sick of Senate shenanigans The auditor-general’s report into spending in Canada’s Senate is very disturbing reading because of the ongoing air of indifference to taxpayers and accountable spending. No less than 30 senators were cited for improper expenditures. While some are taking issue with the findings, the standards he believes should govern spending are pretty basic. Attorney General Michael Ferguson stated that senators should not be billing for personal trips. They should not be charging for taxis, meals and gifts which have nothing to do with official business, or billing taxpayers for non-Senate business. They should be keeping detailed and accurate records of all their spending, personal and Senaterelated. Any claims for reimbursement should be

submitted promptly, and posted online so that the taxpayers who ultimately pay the bills can see how their dollars are used. The reckless approach to using taxpayers’ dollars by a significant number of senators, and the possibility that criminal charges may be laid, has caused a shift in public opinion. Many voices have called for a vote to eliminate the Senate, and it seems an appropriate way to move forward on this issue. Such a vote would not be binding in any way. However, if significant majorities in each province backed abolition, there would be significant pressure on government to agree to abolition by amending the constitution. That may be the only answer to deal with this mess. – Langley Times

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The Observer asked: Father’s Day is coming up Sunday. What do you love about your dad?

Vanessa Bakewell “I love that my dad teaches me about electronics and rock tumbling.”

Evan Hendricks “My dad teaches me a lot about sports and fishing and I like going camping with him.”

A perfect penning from journalism’s past GUEST SHOT

Christopher Foulds

He penned what many consider the greatest headline ever written and, this week, Vincent Musetto was honoured as the esteemed New York Times published a tribute following his death at the age of 74. Musetto was an editor at the New York Post — the Oscar to Felix in the journalism world — in 1983 when he created the headline to serve as a kicker to all headlines: Headless Body In Topless Bar. As Times reporter Margalit Fox described in her well-written ode to Musetto: “The crime behind the headline was lurid even by tabloid standards. On April 13, 1983, Charles Dingle, drinking in a tavern in the Jamaica section of Queens, argued with the owner, Herbert Cummings, and shot him to death. He then took several women hostage, raping one and forcing another, in an apparent bid to confound the police, to cut off Mr. Cummings’s head. Apprehended the next day, Mr. Dingle was convicted and sentenced to 25 years to life. Denied parole several times, he died in the Wende Correctional Facility near Buffalo in 2012.” As Fox noted, the headline outlived the actual crime in the memory of newspaper readers. When he wrote that headline, Musetto was an anonymous desker, a guy in the newsroom who toiled anonymously in the shadows of the star reporters, a guy who wrote headlines and did some editing. Today, in newspapers large and small, there is not the financial luxury to employ newsroom staffers to focus on such specialties. Today, with the Internet siphoning advertising revenue and many newspapers fighting hard to remain alive, a guy like Musetto would need to be

writing headlines, penning stories, proofing pages, banging out briefs, typesetting letters, rushing out to take a photo, laying out pages, uploading stories to the website, updating the newspaper’s Facebook page, shooting and uploading video to the website, sending out tweets on a timely basis, answering calls in the newsroom, responding to emails from readers, greeting visitors at the front desk — and maybe delivering papers on the way to work and selling an ad or two on the way home. The reality is the newspaper business that Musetto knew in 1983 would be unrecognizable to him today in any paper, be it Kamloops This Week, the Globe and Mail or his scrappy old New York Post. This is why it is a delight to sit back and take in a beauty of a landmark headline like Headless Body In Topless Bar — and to read the background in the New York Times’ tribute. It evokes a time when information had a slower, more methodical flow, when the newspaper, the topof-the-hour radio newscast and the six o’clock TV news were the Holy Trinity of current events — when getting the story right was always more important than simply getting it first. It demanded patience and it delivered depth. It existed in an era that afforded enough time and care to practise a craft as particular and precise as writing headlines. I’d like to think Musetto is looking down (or up, considering he was at the New York Post) and creating everlasting headlines from the carnage that comprises this crazy world. - Christopher Foulds is the editor of Kamloops This Week.

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Isobel Palmer “He teaches me how to take care of the animals on our farm.”

Daiten Howkins “We play hockey together and go to the dock a lot.”

Ava Stewart “My dad gives me lots of candy and my step dad makes me laugh a lot.”

Mussel threat needs action My name is Brynne Morrice. I’m a B.C.-based filmmaker, born and raised here. Last summer, I made a short film about the imminent threat that zebra and quagga mussels pose to our province. At the time, I assumed that the government of B.C. must simply be unaware of this threat. I hoped that my film would help change this. You can watch the five-minute film at www.protectourfreshwater.ca. I know now that your government is aware. However, for some reason, you have dedicated a mere $1.3 million, spread out over three years, to combat a problem that has cost over $6 billion in North America so far. Your current action plan is

entitled, “Early Detection and Rapid Response.” This is based on a glaring falsehood. In 25 years, in hundreds of lakes and rivers across North America, it has been proven again and again that eradication does not exist. Zebra and quagga mussels, once in a lake or river, cannot be stopped. Knowing this, what exactly are you planning to rapidly respond with? Prevention is the only option. Period. Since all it takes is one boat, the only way to protect our province is to stop and inspect every single boat that crosses our borders. You have said that you will continue to review the current program of three roving inspection teams and see if more

action is needed. Time is not a luxury we have. Anytime this summer or next, a boat could easily slip past your very weak border defence and launch in our waters. Then, your only option will be to sit back and watch as the mussels inevitably spread to every lake and river in B.C. The damage will be catastrophic, the effects permanent. You have the power and the resources to prevent this. The people of B.C. are calling for action. This is an emergency and should be treated as such. Why do you delay? Why are you not doing the absolute maximum to protect our province? Is B.C. not worth it to you? Brynne Morrice

Put garbage where it belongs I was taught at a very early age by my parents to stuff my garbage into my pockets if there was no alternative. Of course my garbage wasn’t sticky; however, I am so grateful for their teaching. It bothers me to hear of places having clean-up days. What is wrong with teaching children not to throw garbage down in the first place? If this happened, clean-up

days would no longer be necessary. Littering is an offence and learning to look after our beautiful Earth is an important life skill. We all need to remember the importance of leaving a place in better shape than we found it. Times have changed and in many ways for the better. We now have plastic bags for gar-

Passage of Bill C-51 upsets Canadian As a Canadian citizen, I am humiliated and deeply ashamed that the Senate has

passed Harper’s Secret Police Bill, C-51.

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bage use and lots of garbage containers around the city. We all need to step up as mentors and teach our children respect, especially at an early age. Children also need to be recognized for their efforts. Remember, it takes a village to raise a child.

Patricia Hesketh

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Transportation minister announces input session By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Now’s your chance. If you’re interested in plans to four-lane the Trans-Canada Highway at the west end of town and replace the Salmon River Bridge, an opportunity to see them is coming up.

B.C. Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone addressed the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce Tuesday morning. There he announced that a public information meeting is set for Wednesday, June 24 from 4 to 8 p.m. at

the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. Ministry staff are still working on plans with parties that include local First Nations. “We still invite the broader community to provide feedback...” Stone said. “We’re confident we’ll land a de-

sign fairly soon.” Regarding the public meeting: “I encourage you to participate if you still have thoughts and concerns.” He said the ministry’s intention is to four-lane from where four-laning ends west of Salmon Arm, over the Salm-

on River Bridge and through Salmon Arm. Whether it’s done as one, two or three projects will depend on how much the federal government will cost share, he said, noting the two levels of government are currently in discussions.

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CITY OF SALMON ARM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold Public Hearings in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, June 22, at 7:00 p.m.

Rezone Lots 13, 14, 15, & 16, Block C, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 1523 from M-2 (Light Industrial Zone) to C-2 (Town Centre Commercial Zone).

1. a) Proposed Amendment to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4000: Redesignate Lot 3, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 5510, Except Plan KAP47370 & Lot B, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 13130, Except Plan KAP54559 from HC (Highway Service/Tourist Commercial) to HR (Residential - High Density). b) Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: Rezone Lot 3, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 5510, Except Plan KAP47370 & Lot B, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 13130, Except Plan KAP54559 from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to R-5 (High Density Residential Zone).

Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303:

Civic Address: 350, 360, 380, & 390 Fraser Avenue NW Location: Southeast corner of Fraser Avenue NW and Narcisse Street NW

Civic Address: 1050 & 1091 - 18 Street NE

Present Use: Vacant

Location: South end of 18 Street NE, dead-end road. North of Trans Canada Hwy & South of 11 Avenue.

Owners / Applicant: Angove Enterprises Ltd./Churches of Salmon Arm Used Goods Society

Present Use: Vacant/Single Family Dwelling Proposed Uses: Two 12-unit rental Apartment Buildings Owners / Applicant: H. & D. Clarke/ Garry Tomporowski Architect Ltd. Reference:

OCP4000-24/Bylaw No. 4099 and ZON-1026/ Bylaw No. 4100

2. a) Proposed Amendment to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4000: Redesignate a portion of Lot 1, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP60045 from CC (City Centre Commercial) to MR (Residential - Medium Density). b) Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: Rezone a portion of Lot 1, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP60045 from C-6 (Tourist/Recreation Commercial Zone) to R-4 (Medium Density Residential Zone). Civic Address: 131 Harbourfront Drive NE Location: West of Marine Park Drive NE on the North side of Harbourfront Drive NE

Proposed Uses: Parking Lot

Reference: 4.

ZON-1029/ Bylaw No. 4103

Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: Rezone Lot 10, Section 13, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP50299 from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone).

Civic Address: 2481 - 4 Avenue SE Location: South of Okanagan Ave SE on north side of 4 Avenue SE Present Use: Existing single family dwelling Proposed Uses: Single family dwelling with suite Owners / Applicant: S. Wenger & M. L. Van Chadwick Reference:

ZON-1030/ Bylaw No. 4104

The files for the proposed bylaws are available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from June 9, 2015 to June 22, 2015, both inclusive, in the office of the Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE.

Present Use: Vacant Proposed Uses: 3,348,sq. Meters(approximately) for 3 – fourplexes on proposed residential portion Owners / Applicant: 566562 BC LTD / M. Skjerpen

Those who deem their interest affected by the proposed bylaw are urged to review the file available in the Development Services Department (or telephone 250-803-4021) to obtain the facts of the proposal prior to the Public Hearing.

Reference:

Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer

OCP4000-25/Bylaw No. 4101 and ZON-1027/ Bylaw No. 4102

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Aboriginal students earn warrior status School district: Boxing program inspires physical and mental fitness. By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

There are warriors among the student population at Salmon Arm Secondary. Roughly 15 aboriginal students had the chance to live up to the name given to them by coach Peggy Maerz by participating in the first-ever boxing program. “I named them warriors for a bunch of reasons. It was recognition to who they are as aboriginal students and to how I want them to view themselves. Not that they are fighters against things, but that they fight to survive and thrive in life. That they can use these tools to protect their spirits and their self-worth.” Beginning this February, the students spent one hour each Tuesday under Maerz’s tutelage learning boxing skills. “What was really amazing was that I never had to go looking for these kids, they would be waiting Tuesday morning in my office, ready to go. I was floored by their amazing dedication. These are kids who can struggle with getting to class, but come Tuesday they were always waiting,” says Melanie Jansen, an aboriginal education worker. The program originated when Jansen attended a workshop on healthy living and obtained a grant from the Aboriginal Sport, Recreation & Physical Activity Partners Council, which was to support healthy living. “We have high-risk kids, kids who may struggle with anger management, so I knew we needed to do something physical, to give them an outlet,” says Jansen. After talking with one of the school counsellors, she approached Maerz about boxing. A no-nonsense trainer, Maerz got started right away. “I pushed their edg-

es,” says Maerz. “At first they would come in here with their guards full up. There was not one smile the first time I met them. There wasn’t one person in this room who didn’t feel like quitting. But as they started to work out, as they started to accomplish things, the sweaty smiles would fill their faces.” One of those students was Jamie August. The soft-spoken teen came into the class and would hardly make eye contact with Maerz. “I pushed her to make eye contact with me, with people. To speak with confidence and talk louder because she has important things to say,” says Maerz. Boxing has given August a sense of pride in accomplishment. “I never would have thought I could work out like that for a whole hour,” she says. “After coming here my mood would change and, after, I’d feel like I wanted to go do something. Like I had this energy to do something,” she says. Fellow Grade 9 student Skylar Bailey says the class really helped with stress. “It’s like you let it out, so you can be more calm when you got back to school. You let all your anger and frustration out on

Tuesday and you don’t get all wound into the drama like I might have before. If I was having trouble, then I’d know there was next Tuesday coming.” Maerz also spoke of how she taught the students that with knowledge about boxing comes the responsibility to exercise self control. “We had conversations that sometimes the most courageous thing to do is walk away. I’m not here breeding bullies, I’m empowering people.” Jansen says the program is far and away the most beneficial she’s ever been involved with in her career. “They learned things, important life things like self confidence and self esteem, without even realizing it. There used to be a lot of frustration, a lot of locker punching. I don’t know the last time I heard someone punch a locker.” Jansen says the outlet has been so helpful, they have now purchased some target mitts and gloves for use in the aboriginal education room. The group has also engaged beyond the gym to where they decided to participate in the June 21 Ride Don’t Hide event for mental health, which is also

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Emotional ending: The SAS Warriors, a group of aboriginal students, pose with their boxing coach and owner of Bulldog Boxing, Peggy Maerz, and aboriginal education worker Melanie Jansen at the end of the session. Aboriginal Day. “It’s been so satisfying to see them now want to connect with their community, to be a part of Salmon Arm at large,” says Maerz. While Jansen is hoping to have her grant funding for the program renewed, it does not cover the costs of running the program for the full year. They are now looking for other sources of funding to run the program in September and possibly expand it beyond the Jackson campus students to include those at Sullivan campus. Anyone interested in assisting with funding the program can contact Jansen at Salmon Arm Secondary at 250832-2188.

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Practice: Josie Wells works on her combination punches with the target mitts held by Grade 9 student Jamie August, who says the program helped deal with frustrations and build self-confidence.

City News and Public Notices TIRED OF STANDING IN LONG LINE-UPS WHEN YOU PAY YOUR PROPERTY TAXES?

Here are some options to eliminate waiting in line: Post-Dated Cheques - You can pay your City of Salmon Arm property taxes and utilities with a personalized cheque post-dated to the due date. This allows City staff time to check your payment and Home Owner Grant, if applicable, and to contact you prior to the due date if there are any problems or questions. Your post-dated payment is deposited to the Bank on the cheque date. Telephone & Internet Banking - Most financial institutions accept utility and property tax payments through telephone and internet banking. Although each bank differs, they all provide a Property Tax and a Utility option for the City of Salmon Arm: For property taxes, use the Property Tax option and the last eight digits of the roll number (e.g. 01234567) which is printed at the top right hand corner of your tax notice. To pay utilities, use the City of Salmon Arm Utilities option, and use the thirteen digit account number from your utility bill. (e.g. 0001234567000). Use no spaces, decimals, or dashes in the account number. Payment Drop Box - There is a payment drop box located to the left of the front doors of the City Hall. Place your cheque and/or Home Owner Grant in an envelope and drop it in the box. Your payment will be processed promptly each morning (Monday to Friday). Any payments put into the drop box after 5:00 pm on July 2, 2015, will be considered next day payment and subject to penalty. Your Mortgagee (Bank) Pays Your Taxes - If your Mortgagee pays your taxes and you are eligible for a Home Owner Grant, avoid a penalty by claiming your Grant as soon as you receive your tax notice. To avoid line ups or penalties associated with problems with your Home Owner Grant, remit your Grant application to the City as soon as you receive your tax notice. Don’t wait until the tax due date! If you are unable to pay your property taxes, you should still claim your Home Owner Grant on or before the due date to avoid penalty on the Grant portion of your taxes. Claim Your Home Owner Grant Online – The City of Salmon Arm is pleased to offer an electronic Home Owner Grant application. Visit the City’s website at http://www.salmonarm.ca click “On-Line Services” and “Home Owner Grant” link and follow the instructions to apply and submit your application. 2015 TAX DUE DATE – JULY 2, 2015 5:00 PM (Open until 5:00 pm on July 2 only) For more information: City of Salmon Arm Tax Department 500 2 Avenue NE – Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Phone (250) 803-4000 http://www.salmonarm.ca For more information call 250-803-4000 Follow us on twitter @SalmonArmBC

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Public Notice of Open House

The Hive: Karla Ferster, daughter Gibson, chef Mark Scott and Jennifer Jesten are as busy as bees working to open The Hive in Canoe on Saturday, June 24. Initial operating hours will be 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Evan BuHlEr/OBSERVER

The business that’s got Canoe abuzz By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

It was a long time coming, but The Hive co-owner Karla Ferster says it will be well worth the wait. The Hive, which is occupying the former Doc’s Pub location in Canoe, plans to open June 24, nearly a year after first anticipated. Held up by remediation at the former gas station site, zoning, as well as juggling her coffee business, Frog Friendly Wild, not to mention four children, Ferster says the doors will be open Saturday. “I know the community is impatient, they are as excited as we are.” In addition to Ferster, the business is going to be run by her husband Frank Murphy as well as her business partner and longtime best friend Jennifer Jesten. Plans are to run from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. to start, with expanded hours after the first month. The intention is to open to catch the

morning coffee and breakfast crowd, right into the evening for the dinner and lounge patrons. There will be a big screen TV so customers can watch their favourite games while enjoying a meal or beverage. Like the name suggests, Ferster says the establishment intends to become a hub of the community. “The Hive is energetic, it’s community, it’s where things are happening,” says Ferster. “No matter what walk of life you come from, The Hive is a place you can come and feel welcome.” She is envisioning the senior having breakfast and a coffee while playing crib, the young moms bringing their kids to have a coffee and relax, and the after-work crowd relaxing with a meal or beverage in the lounge. The food concept is farm-to-table, with a casual gourmet style. The chef is coming from Vancouver to run the made-from-scratch kitchen,

which will feature items like beef from Armstrong, sausages from Sedo’s and local wine, beer and spirits. “We’re only going to be using products I would feed to my own kids,” Ferster says. “And of course, it’s going to have the best coffee in town.” A part of The Hive will be devoted to the roasting of the Frog Friendly Wild coffee, which will be moving to Canoe from the current locations in Delta and Calgary. There’s even a nod to the business’ roots in coffee, as all the beans used to seed the new roasting equipment have been used as mulch in the Hive’s outdoor landscape beds. Ferster is also passionate about the community of Canoe, which she sees as having untold potential. “Why wouldn’t you want to live here? It’s got the beach, great trails, the docks, friendly people, a great school. When we were looking for a place, Canoe just spoke to us.”

Public hearing for waterfront plan June 22 By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

The public will have an opportunity to have their say on a rezoning and official community plan amendment for a property next to the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. The parcel at 131 Harbourfront Dr., owned by a numbered company represented by Martin Skjerpen, came before council in 2008, when it approved a development permit application for a taller condominium-apartment building with 61 ‘dwelling units’ above commercial space. The lot still sits empty.

The rezoning application, from C-6, tourist/recreation commercial zone, to R-4, medium density residential zone, would allow a portion of the parcel to be developed as residential without commercial on the main floor. The official community plan amendment would redesignate a portion of the parcel from CC, city centre commercial, to MR, medium density residential. The new plan for the site is to subdivide the property into two separate parcels, one R4 and the other, C6. The R-4 parcel would house a total of

12 units in three twostorey fourplex townhouses, facing the lake. The second, which would remain C-6, would face Harbourfront Drive, and would house another 12 units above commercial – to be developed in the future. Council was told at its June 8 meeting the market has not had the capacity to accommodate the number of units planned for the building in 2008. Coun. Chad Eliason expressed concern about rezoning part of one of the last remaining commercial properties on the water to residential. He said he would like to research

when and why the property was zoned C-6. “It’s a big decision to change the official community plan,” he said, noting the plan is relatively new. Coun. Kevin Flynn agreed it’s a big decision, but one that’s made all the time. He said he sees the change as a small extension of the residential zoning next door. He noted it would be better than an empty lot. The motion to move the application forward passed unanimously, with Coun. Alan Harrison encouraging citizens to come to the June 22 public hearing to voice their opinions.

Highway 1 Improvements in Salmon Arm The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure invites the public to attend an information session to preview plans and provide comments regarding four-laning and intersection improvements on Highway 1 through Salmon Arm from 1.3 kilometres west of Second Nations Road to 10 Street SW. The ministry’s project team will be on hand to provide information and answer questions. This drop-in open house is scheduled for the following date: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Prestige Harbourfront Resort 251 Harbourfront Drive NE Salmon Arm, B.C.

For more information, please contact Dave Shibata, Project Manager, by telephone at 250 828-4069 or by e-mail at Dave.Shibata@gov.bc.ca

Columbia Shuswap Regional District REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS AGRICULTURE BRAND AND MARKETING FOR THE SHUSWAP The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is inviting proposals from qualified consultants to develop a coordinated marketing approach for Shuswap agriculture products and to provide education for communities in the Shuswap and beyond as to how important the agriculture industry is to the long term sustainability of our communities. This project was identified as one of the top priorities in the 2014 Shuswap Agriculture Strategy to enable the agriculture industry in the region to grow and prosper. Proposals clearly marked “Agriculture Brand and Marketing for the Shuswap” will be accepted until 4 PM local time on Friday, June 26, 2015 at the office of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, P.O. Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1. Proposal documents and further information are available online at the Columbia Shuswap Regional District website at www.csrd.bc.ca/newsnotices/opportunities/tenders, on the BCBid website at www.bcbid.gov. bc.ca, Civic Info website at www.civicinfo.bc.ca and at the office of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District at the above address during regular office hours. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Proposals and to waive any informality in the Proposals received, in each case without giving any notice. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept the Proposal which it deems most advantageous. Faxed or emailed submissions will be accepted. The lowest or any Proposal not necessarily accepted. For more information, please contact: Robyn Cyr, Economic Development Officer T: 250.833.5928 or TF: 1.888.248.2773 E: rcyr@csrd.bc.ca

CSRD OFFICE MOVE The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) moved to its new ofﬁce last weekend and staff are starting to settle in. Thank you for your support through the move. Please note that all CSRD phone numbers have remained the same. The mailing address has also remained the same: Mailing Address: PO Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P1

New Physical Address: 555 Harbourfront Drive NE Salmon Arm, BC

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Money matters are on your mind. With thrifty Saturn back in your money zone, avoid buying things on credit – stick to cash. The more disciplined and frugal you are with your finances, the better the outcome will be. The New Moon activates your travel zone so a [budget] holiday is likely sometime over the coming year. Plus take a good long look at your aspirations for the future – are they ambitious enough? SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):Saturn reverses back into your sign, until September 18. So problems you encountered when Saturn was last in Scorpio [from October 2012 until December 2014] are likely to resurface again. Lust and loot loom large, as you work through issues involving intimacy or shared resources. Singles – you could be attracted to a colleague, client, customer, or someone else you meet through work. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This week’s New Moon encourages you to adjust your home/work ratio so that it’s more balanced – and much more family-friendly. Saturn [your ruling planet] reverses into your hopes and wishes zone, so a cherished dream may seem to be stalled. Be patient, and have faith that your dreams will take flight when the time is right. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The next four days is the time to review your regular routines, so you find which ones still work – and which ones need to be turfed from your timetable for good. Plus keep yourself mentally strong, so you can bounce back from inevitable delays and disappointments that come along. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The New Moon urges you to build bridges with a child or teenager, initiate a friendship, start a challenging sport, or take up a hobby you’ve always been interested in. Plus peace-maker Venus encourages you to patch up a lingering problem with a loved one. Singles – love, travel and learning are linked in lucky ways. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): With the New Moon, Mercury and Mars all highlighting your domestic zone, it’s a fabulous time to entertain family and friends at home with an impromptu Piscean meal. Convivial conversation is a bonus. Being of service to others – with kindness, compassion and style – also brings much joy and satisfaction.

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Street performer Miranda Allen, known by her stage name Tianna the Traveller, rounds up passersby with some Indiana Jones-like whip tricks at the Shuswap Farm and Craft Market on Friday, June 12. Allen grew up in Revelstoke and is touring the B.C. Interior before heading to the world’s largest fringe festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Allen will return to the market to perform her 45-minute show on June 23.

Hanging up the apron Cookie and Todd Langenfeld, owners of Culinary Inspirations, have announced that effective June 30, they will be retiring and closing the store. All in-store inventory is currently marked at 40 per cent off. If you have any outstanding gift certificates or cooking classes, you are asked to redeem before June 20. For more information, call 250-832-1585 or visit them at their store at 170 McLeod Street.

Excellence at Ovino Ovino Winery can now sport new medals on its bottles. Results from the 2015 Northwest Wine Summit competition saw the winery win eight medals for all eight wines entered. This included gold for 2014 Gewürztraminer and silver for the 2014 black riesling, 2014 pinot tramino and the 2014 blush.

Spruce up your ride There’s a new face ready to spruce up your car. Paul Barbosa recently opened Shuswap Auto Detailing and Window Tinting, located, next to Rainbow Glass at 410 Fifth St. SW. Barbosa has two years’ experience in detailing and offers free estimates. Call 250-253-6844.

Free sunglasses for kids The staff at Shuswap Optometric Centre want to protect young eyes. On June 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., they will be giving out free UV protecting sunglasses to kids five and under.

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like hunting or fishing, chances are there is a television broadcast on that you can watch together. Otherwise, you can surprise Dad by purchasing tickets to a sporting event and making a day of it at the ballpark. Beach bound: A relaxing day at the beach may be the perfect way to spend Father’s Day. Dad can enjoy the entire family while sitting back in his beach chair and watching the waves roll in. Pack a picnic lunch with his favorite foods and a cold beer, and Dad may just say this was his best celebration yet. Adventure seeker: If yours is a father who enjoys living on the edge,

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Great gifts ideas for fathers of all kinds Father’s Day is right around the corner, and the time has come once again to begin searching for a gift for dear old dad. Father’s Day gift shoppers have long since abandoned the notion that a new necktie is what dad really wants, but finding a gift that expresses your love and appreciation for the old man can still prove somewhat challenging. Oftentimes, the best gifts are the ones that fulfill a need or want, and Father’s Day gifts are no exception. The following are a handful of Father’s Day gift ideas for dads whose hobbies run the gamut. The Sports Nut Dads who can’t get enough of their favorite teams would no doubt appreciate some new gear or even tickets to see their favorite teams play. If you opt to buy tickets to a ballgame, make it a family affair, as dad would no doubt appreciate an afternoon at the ballpark with his kids and/or grandkids.

For a father who no longer lives in the market where his teams play, consider purchasing a streaming service or television package that allows the old man to see his favorite team no matter where he’s living. The Movie Mogul Some dads simply can’t get enough of the silver screen, and a streaming service that allows dad to watch many of his favorite movies on demand from the comforts of home might make the perfect gifts for film-loving fathers. Services like Netflix and Amazon Prime offer hundreds of titles, and monthly or yearly subscriptions cost relatively little money. The Outdoorsman Fathers who love the great outdoors might

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fishing pole or even some comfortable hiking boots. When shopping for the outdoorsman in your life, consider which outdoor activity is his favorite (i.e., boating, fishing, kayaking, etc.) and try to find the latest useful gadget or newest product made for such enthusiasts. If you don’t share the same passion for the great outdoors and are hesitant to buy something you’re unsure about, a gift certificate to an outdoorsman or sporting goods store

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1925

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian observed its 30th Anniversary.

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Lighting the way to a cure

1935

J.L. Jackson appeared before city council and spoke of the disgraceful condition of the sidewalks in residential areas. Besides being unsightly, they were dangerous because people had been caught between the planks. He suggested that gravel with tarvia be supplied if cement was too costly. The Girls Hospital Aid planned to have their annual picnic at the beach, but owing to uncertain weather they gladly accepted Senia Howard’s invitation to have supper.

1945

Salmon Arm city and district ratepayers were to vote on money bylaws in their respective areas to raise funds required to provide urgently needed additional school accommodation. Construction of a new bridge across the Salmon River, where the highway was diverted to eliminate the sharp corner, was planned as soon as materials could be obtained.

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1955

A revised building program, presented by school inspector L.B. Stibbs and approved by the school board, include a one room school to be built at Mt. Ida. The new Salmon Arm West school was to be increased from one room to three rooms, and a one-room school was planned at Gleneden. An attendance of 709 elementary pupils from grades one to six was estimated in Salmon Arm city and municipality for the coming year. At the quarterly meeting of the Okanagan Regional Hospitals’ Association, held in Salmon Arm, drastic action was hinted at. The curtailment of hospital staff and services to patients was likely in B.C. unless the current government recanted its directive to freeze hospital salaries and wages at 1954 levels.

Relay for Life (Clockwise from top left) Cancer survivor Aumie Sato, left, walks with her mom Yuko in the Survivors Lap during the Relay for Life at the Elks Park on Saturday, June 13; cancer survivor Brenda Kurtz and her husband Byril walk in the Survivors Lap; Rylee Nunn gets a boost from Relay for Life volunteer Doug Revel to dunk EZ Rock’s Rich Daniels; cancer survivors line up before the start of the Relay for Life; Penny Mikoula takes a moment to remember a loved one while lighting a luminary candle. The event, which switched to an 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. format, raised $101,297 – the highest total in the region.

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Sensational seven for Skofteby making waves: Fogarty continues to produce in breakout season.

Rising swimming star Ethan Skofteby will have to start investing in a larger trophy case as he returned from a major competition in Kamloops last weekend. The 12-year-old Selkirk Swim Club member led the team, winning an impressive seven medals. Three of his seven medals were gold. He won his first gold medal in jaw-dropping fashion, finishing five seconds ahead of the nearest swimmer in the 100 metre butterfly. Skofteby also won gold medals in the 50-m butterfly and backstroke. Thirteen other members of the Selkirks’ competed in Kamloops that brought together 19 clubs and over 500 swimmers. The Selkirks tallied a total of 27 medals. Chantel Jeffrey, 13, continued her outstanding season with two gold medals in the 100-m and 200-m butterfly, and two silver medals. Photo Submitted Jeffrey is now focusing on training Seventh heaven: Ethan Skofteby poses with his seven medals, including for provincials and the Junior Nationals, which will be held in Quebec City this three gold he won in a major swim meet in Kamloops last weekend. summer. Thomas Flahr impressed everyone with Lauren Gridley-Haack, 12, in one of her against able-bodied swimmers and had four his first gold medal in a major meet, win- strongest performances of the year, made top 30 finishes. ning the premier event, the 100-m freestyle three finals and had several best times. Morgan Rasmusson continued her strong in the 16 and over boys. The older boys on the team, Flahr, Lo- swim meet performances with two top 16 Flahr set the fastest time in the entire gan Pilas, Torrey Mckee, Olin Mosher and finishes in both her events. meet, and also medaled in the 50-m free- Ethan Quilty all had numerous final and Local swimmer Bree Cooper, competed style and 200-m individual medley. consolation final swims, and then com- for West Kelowna and won five gold medMolly Fogarty, 13, continued her break- bined for an impressive silver medal and a als and swam to two more senior national out season with two medals, a silver in the fourth place finish in the 16-and-over boys times. 200-m butterfly, and a bronze in the 200-m relays. The team will now prepare for four major freestyle. Ethan and Emma Pyle swam in their competitions over the summer. Fogarty is now one junior national level final meet of the year, qualified for finals Mosher is off to AA provincials in Kamtime away from joining Jeffrey in Quebec and consolation finals and had several best loops, eight members head to Victoria for City. times to finish their season on a high note. AAA provincials, Manning is preparing for Ty Webster-Locke, 15, finished off an exPara-swimmer Maggie Manning used the Canada Games in Fort McMurray, and cellent meet with an incredible swim in the the meet as preparation for the upcoming Cooper and Jeffrey are preparing for Junior 100-m backstroke to claim a podium spot. Canada Games and competed head-to-head Nationals in Quebec City.

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Trail blazing a unique path

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Scavenger hunt: Orienteering blends navigation skills and speed.

Ride for mental health Join the movement and raise funds for mental health at Ride Don’t Hide at Little Mountain Sports Complex on Sunday, June 21 at 8 a.m. There will be three distances to suit any rider, including a 54 kilometre, 32 km and 10 km family ride. The 54 km ride will start at 8:30 a.m. Kids under 12 ride free. To register or donate, visit http://ridedonthide.com/bc/ride/shuswaprevelstoke.

Bradley wins Senior Men’s Open Norm Bradley shot the Overall Low Gross score at the Senior Men’s Open at the Salmon Arm Golf Club last week. Nipping at Bradley’s heels was the Overall Low Net Winner, John Campbell.

Hit the links for charity The Shuswap Hospital Foundation will be hosting the Charity Open at the Shuswap Lake Estates Golf and Country Club on Saturday, Aug., 29. The event costs $250 per golfer and includes a 18-hole round of golf, lunch and dinner, four hole-in-one chances to win a car a silent auction and many more prizes, To register, contact Fiona Harris at fiona.harris@interiorhealth.ca, or call 250-803-4546.

Try out horse vaulting Combine your love of horses and gymnastics at Momentum Gymnastics’ new camp. Momentum Gymnastics has teamed up with Susi Cienciala and, for the first time, will be offering horse vaulting. Shawnee Venables is a certified level-one horse vaulting instructor and will be teaching vaulting skills to campers, first on the barrel, and eventually progressing tricks onto the horse. Cienciala is an equine vet, rider, competitor, as well as a level-one riding instructor. The class will run from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on July 6-10 at Cienciala’s home in Gardom Lake. The camp costs $120 for the week.

Bridge winners June 9 - 1st. John Coone & Carol-Ann Halliday, 2nd. Ona Bouchard & Peggy Peterson, 3rd. Graham Todd & Jim McLean. May 28 - 1st. Denise & Mike Anthony, 2nd. Michael Clayton & Jim McLean, 3rd. Gordon & Yvonne Campbell. Cedar Heights Duplicate, June 10 - 1st. Dave Duncan & Geoff Collins, 2nd. Jane Dale & Peter Grout, 3rd. Gordon & Yvonne Campbell and Dan Quilty & Mike Clayton tied. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Typically to get from one point to another the quickest way is in a straight line, but that is not the case when it comes to the sport of orienteering. Both mental and physical aspects play a vital role in the sport, making it the ultimate scavenger hunt, while trying to reach a series of checkpoints as quickly as possible. An orienteerer has to be able to run or jog at a steady pace while following the guidance of a detailed map and compass, often making split second decisions. Over the past four weeks, the Sage Orienteering and Rogaining Club has hosted a series of orienteering training exercises and races in the Salmon Arm area. “Sage is based out of Kamloops and we found that our numbers from Salmon Arm were growing, so we thought it would be a great idea to offer some new courses in the area,” said event director Abbi May. The May family is by all accounts an orienteering family. Dad, Brian May is the reigning North American middle distance champion, and has brought his entire family into the sport, including his children Rachel and Trond, as well as his wife, Abbi. “As a kid I always loved running in the forest and following a map, and finding the checkpoints is always a little treat. It’s like a big treasure hunt,” said Brian. In July, the May family will cross the pond

to participate in the Junior World Orienteering Championships, in Rauland, Norway and the World Masters Orienteering Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden. Competing in the 15,000 strong field at the masters in Sweden will only be a warm up for Brian. A week later, he will compete in the sport’s most prestigious event, the World Orienteering Championships, which will be held in the wild and untamed Scottish Highlands near Inverness. “This will be my fifth world championships and I am just as eager as the first time I competed. The level of competition is enormous,” said Brian. “I won’t be at the top end of the competition, but it will still be a great experience.” The week-long event, which starts on July 31, will feature the sport’s three distances: sprint, medium and long tracks, and also include a relay and a sprint relay. A sprint event is typically run in an urban or semi-urban environment, such as a park and usually lasts around 15 minutes and can vary in distance from one to three kilometres. “A middle-class event is a very technical race. It’s usually run in a dense forest and there are cliffs, boulders and gullies and will range in time from 40 to 50 minutes,” said Abbi. The long event is a test of endurance and requires thoughtful route planning. A typical long event will last 60 to 90 min-

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Speedy navigation: Luke Heckrodt sprints uphill after checking his map for the next checkpoint in an orienteering training exercise called line-o bingo in the South Canoe trail system on Monday, June 15. utes and traverse up to 12km over a similar terrain as the middledistance event. The relay events consist of a three-person team, where each member runs a different section of trail. At the start of each race, runners are provided with a topographic map that details water, rock features, vegetation boundaries and shows where each individual checkpoint is. It is up to the runner to decide what they feel the fastest way to get to each control point is. Participants are also given a small electronic memory stick which they “tap” at each checkpoint logging the time it takes to get to each one. A missed control point will result in a disqualification. “At the end of the race it is always fun to compare times and route choices with fellow racers,” said Abbi with a smile. “Each checkpoint is placed on a landmark,

like a tree, boulder or fork in a trail. It won’t be in an obscure place or middle of a field.” When starting out the easiest way to pick up the sport is to always orient the map to the terrain, turning the map when you turn and remembering where north is. In individual events each runner is started in two or three minute split intervals. “The good thing about this sport is that you don’t have to run flat out all the time. You can stop and look at your map and pretend you’re tired,” joked Jesse Heckrodt. Brian says the more comfortable you can become with a map and compass the better off you will be to make split-second decisions about which path to take. “The physical aspect of running will take care of itself, that’s the easy part to train for. The more time you spend with a map and compass the better off you’ll be.”

Abbi says the sport is the best way to see the country, spend time outdoors and have the whole family take part. More than 40 orienteerers have taken to the sport each of the last four weeks of the spring series in Salmon Arm. The family-friendly events are tailored to the various age groups and skill levels with distances and terrain made suitable to each group. “This series has been a great boost to the sport in the area and helped to increase our presence, especially in our first year here” said Brian. Next Monday will be the final event of the spring series at South Canoe at 5:30 p.m. To register for the event visit Sage’s website, sage.whyjustrun. ca. “The terrain in South Canoe has open forest, undergrowth, thick forest, and creeks, which makes it challenging and fun,” said Abbi.

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Tips top Kamloops in double header The Salmon Arm Bantam Tips came out on top of a double header with Kamloops at Blackburn Park last Saturday. Salmon Arm decisively downed the visitors 15-7 in the early afternoon game. Ryan Freed continued his unheard of batting average of 1.000 in the last seven games. In the heat of the late afternoon sun, the two rivals meet for the second game of the day. After the first inning the Tips found themselves down by two runs, due to accurate pitching from Kamloops. Stellar pitching from Jordan Earl, who filled in for the Tips due to a few injuries their roster, and great outfield play from Colby Geiger, held Kamloops to one-earned run in the second inning. Salmon Arm’s bats woke up in the bottom of the second and they earned the lead at the

end of the inning. It was Kamloops turn to run up the score as they opened up a commanding 8-4 lead heading into the bottom of the last frame. At the top of the order, Geiger stepped up to the plate against the talented closing pitcher from Kamloops. Geiger fell behind in the count before being hit by an errant pitch, and being awarded a walk. He then advantageously stole second on a Kamloops infield error. Liam Alstad took advantage of a deep outfield and dropped one into shallow right field for a double and an RBI, as the speedy Geiger scored from second. With one out, Logan Reynolds hit a pop fly into right field, and an error allowed Reynolds to pick up a single and an RBI as Alstad scored from second. Down by two, and

with Archambault at the plate, Reynolds stole second and then scored from second on a single by Archambault. The Tips closed the gap and were down by a single run. Archambault turned on the afterburners and stole both second and third base, putting himself in a scoring position. With two outs left and the tying run at third, the Tips most consistent hitter, Freed, stepped up to bat. With two strikes against, Freed swung and missed the third pitch, but without missing a beat he streaked to first on a dropped ball, and when they threw him out, Archambault stole from third to knot the game at eight. Kamloops called a time out and Salmon Arm expected a change of pitchers, but Kamloops left their closer in.

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Shuswap U18 teams in fine form Sunday The temperatures were hot and the soccer action sizzled. The U18 girls and U18 boys Shuswap Select teams both treated fans to great soccer at Walters’ Field in Blackburn Park last Sunday. The girls kicked off first, taking on Vernon who had defeated Shuswap in their last outing. Not this time, however. With textbook passing and aggressive

play, at the end of two 45-minute halves the final score was Shuswap 4, Vernon 2. The win made for a three-way tie in points at the end of league

were the U18 boys taking on Penticton. The Pinnacles were a tough adversary, playing a skilled possession game, but the Shuswap defence was

formidable and the score was 1-1 well into the second half. Late in the half the Shuswap fans erupted when the local boys managed to put the

winning goal in the back of the net. Final score, 2-1 for the home team. Shuswap finishes league play in second place behind Kelowna,

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A win and a draw The Shuswap FC U12 girls played with drive and determination in Kamloops over the weekend as they tied Kelowna Black and defeated Kelowna White in two hard fought matches. In the first contest, Kelowna was able to capitalize on a shot and led 1-0 at half. Kelowna was then kept at bay by stellar defenders Laura Hall, Brooklyn Davison, Lys Milne, Janae Bocking and Julia Hart. Playmaker Phoebe Barnes continued to feed Shuswap forwards Jordan King, Milne, Sophia Ruckle, Grabriella Torrie and Alana O’Dell. With three minutes remaining in the game, King blasted the ball in the top right corner, tying the game. Kelowna responded with a late shot, but goalkeeper Braidy Parkes made an outstanding save to secure the draw. In the second match, Julia Hart earned a shutout in the first half with the score tied 0-0 at half. With five minutes left, King, who received the ball from Barnes, managed to score. This proved to be the game winner and the final score was 1-0. Braidy Parkes earned the shutout in the second half.

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t’s coming up fast! Just 58 days to the 23rd annual Roots and Blues Festival and a lineup that extends deeply into the world of music. Added to the slate this week are Tim Chaisson and Devon Coyote, a Kelowna band that rocked the joint during the Doin’ it Right concert in March and will perform with the inimitable Sherman Doucette. “Originally from the East Coast and managed by the same team that took KD Lang so far, Chaisson is a superb singer-songwriter who had a hit last year with Serena Ryder,” says artistic director Peter North. “He’s also a spectacular Celtic fiddler and just finished a successful tour of Australia.” Also on the slate, North describes Magpie Ulysses as a wonderful spoken-word artist from Nelson, while singer-songwriter and guitarist James Lamb, also from Nelson, has been described as producing fascinating compositions that command attention. From farther afield is Tom Westbank. “Tom Westbank is a bluesman from England, who lives in Phoenix and sounds like he’s from Mississippi,” North says of the guitarist and singer-songwriter he sees partnering well with Geoff Muldaur, Rocky Lawrence, Cat Dancer or other acoustic blues artists in workshops. “He’s a cool young artist with a really gritty Delta blues sound, but he also plays traditional stuff.” North has booked a young pop folk band called the Hearts that he caught at the Edmonton Folk Festival a few years ago. Also from Alberta, a veteran Western Canadian jam band,Tacoy Ryde. “They’re sort of the Western Canadian practitioners of jam band music a la Santana and The Grateful Dead, along with reggae,” North says. “They toured a lot with bands like Third World and Steel Pulse and they will be participating in the Grateful Dead and reggae workshops on the Boogie Barn stage.” Enthusiastic about this year’s lineup, North says Roots and Blues had its best single-day ticket sales in the history of the fes-

tival on the last day of the earlybird pricing. “We have a long way to go, but those kinds of spikes help elevate the morale and let us know we’re reaching people,” North says, noting ticket sales overall are on par with last year and continue to be strong, where historically they have dropped off after the earlybird deadline. “Another thing that’s encouraging is we have never seen so much action on social media – even the artists seem to be chiming in.” This year’s Roots and Blues Raffle offers a grand prize of five days and nights in San Francisco for two during the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival. It includes airfare, accommodation and $1,000US cash. Second prize is a Fender Stratocaster electric guitar, third is a Norco mountain bike and accessories and fourth is a 2016 Roots and Blues VIP pass for two. Tickets are on sale now and are available at the festival office or Acorn Music. New this year is a Pick The Performer contest, in which participants nominate their preferred performer. The nominated performer with the most “likes” will be invited to perform at the 2016 festival. This contest comes with small print: Nominations should be within reason! (i.e. We love the Rolling Stones but we cannot afford them. Keep your choices attainable). The person who nominated the winner will receive a prize package that includes a five-day Twin Anchors Houseboat vacation, four rounds of golf on the Salmon Arm Golf Club championship course, two

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Out of a dream and into Salmon Arm. Soprano Eva Tavares recently performed in a Patrick Street Production of Out of a Dream, a revue with songs from all 11 Rodgers & Hammerstein musicals including The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, The King and I, Carousel and more at Vancouver’s Gateway Theatre. Visiting her parents in the Shuswap, Tavares will perform in concert June 19 at Deo Lutheran Church. Tavares graduated with her BA in music in May 2014. Since then, she has performed in opera and musical theatre productions in Vancouver and Toronto. “Before I went to do my degree, I was a dancer as well,” says Tavares, who grew up in the Lower Mainland and took dance lessons from the time she was two-and-a-half until she turned 18. “I started singing at 14 and began competing all over the province, so it made sense for me to go and do my degree in music.” While studying, Tavares got several contracts with professional companies, including a children’s opera in a touring production with Vancouver Opera. In fourth year, she performed in Albert Herring and this year, choreographed Die Fladermaus for the opera company. Tavares has landed a fourmonth contract with Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre to perform Maria in West Side Story. “It’s one of those roles that I have to do before I die kind of thing,” she laughs, noting the period between an audition and finding out if it is successful is usually about 10 days. “The hardest part is the waiting. You go out for tons of auditions and go home and think you’ve done a good job, but you know you can’t have them all, so you go home and beat yourself up.” But getting up on stage singing and dancing and making

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ful things and help them feel and remember things,” she says. “Music has memories attached to it and I like to think of performers and musicians as examples of human empathy – acting as a guide to let people feel those things.” At Friday’s concert, Tavares will perform a compilation of operatic arias, art songs, musical theatre and some of the 1940s material, including White Cliffs of Dover. The concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 30th St. NE. Doors open at 7. Proceeds go to the NDP North Okanagan/Shuswap constituency campaign.

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No summer vacation for art, drama By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

School may be getting out for the summer, but for fine arts teacher Michelle Atkins, art is always in. A School District #83 teacher since 2009, primarily teaching fine arts and drama, Atkins has offered summertime art and drama camps for the past four years. Atkins earned a BA in arts, followed by a BA in education and studied art with her art teacher mother, at Vancouver’s Emily Carr School of Art and BCIT in a joint program between the two schools. In her own art, Atkins is enjoying creating abstracts with watercolours. With her students, Atkins likes to encourage individual creativity. Her weeklong art

camps are held at Shuswap Theatre, where students from six years to 12 experiment with art and engage in theatre. “I cover the floors with tarps and set up art stuff with tables and supplies and we do drama in theatre,” Atkins says “We start with workshops and lessons and within a couple of days they’re working on shows and projects.” Atkins stresses that day-camp productions are different from rehearsed plays. “The kids do the work; they write, play, direct and come up with scenes,” she says with a smile. “I keep them on task, but there’s no must-dos. I try to let kids try out any idea.” Each week, participants work towards a mini art show and drama performance. Atkins says 70 to 80

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Chiming together: A group of United Church parishoners ring the bells 90 times to signify the 90th year of the church in Canada. The Canadian Conference of the Evangelical United Brethren Church joined the United Church of Canada on Jan. 1, 1968. The United Church was inaugurated on June 10, 1925 and was the first union of churches in the world to cross historical denominational lines, receiving international

acclaim in the process of doing so. Impetus for the union arose out of the concerns for serving the vast Canadian northwest and in the desire for better overseas missions. “Whether you’re the only United Church in town with a lone church bell ringing, or in a community where

it is possible for many church bells to ring in unison, may we all make a joyful noise unto the Lord,” invited United Church moderator, the Right. Rev. Gary Paterson. In Salmon Arm, 14 members of First United Church rang the bells joyfully at 1 p.m. June 10 to join the celebration.

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Anglemont fire starts the season By Barb Brouwer observer sTAFF

A wildfire 300 metres east of Golf Course road in Anglemont is believed to have been caused by a person. reported late in the afternoon of Wednesday, June 10, the fire was attended by two rappel crews and two response officers, or supervisory personnel. Melissa Klassen, fire information officer, says the fire grew to half a hectare in size, was burning in standing timber and showing rank two and three behaviour. “With rank two, you see open flame on the ground surface and becoming organized,” says Klassen. “Three starts climbing trees and candling.” on the scene until late Wednesday evening, three crews were back early Thursday morning, working in from established guards on the perimeter to cool things down. There have been no other fires of note in the salmon Arm Zone but, as of June 11, the wildfire danger rating was moderate to high, with a large pocket of high in salmon Arm, enderby and in the North shuswap as well.

The area around sicamous was rated moderate. Despite a cooling off that arrived Friday, Klassen noted temperatures were still “pretty warm.” Pretty warm is an understatement for earlier in the week when salmon Arm broke a 107-year-old record. on Monday, June 8, the temperature peaked at 33.7, breaking the 1908 record of 32.8. “That’s quite impressive,” said environment Canada meteorologist Matt MacDonald. “The challenge is you have records going back to 1893.” Despite the long history, salmon Arm did come close to breaking another record on June 7 when the mercury soared to 31.4, nearing the 33.9C set in 1948. MacDonald says area residents may well have recorded much higher temperatures. All environment Canada thermometers are located in white, vented boxes known as stevenson screens. “If you stick a thermometer out in the sun it would be way higher, easily,” he said. As the heat wave was breaking

up last Thursday, MacDonald said the area was getting into a more June-like pattern, with an upper low pressure system that would deliver patchy rain for a while. but the forecast for the shuswap remains hotter than normal, thanks to a “large blob” of warm water off the b.C. Coast, with no indication it will be departing in the near future. In local water news, bC river Forecast Centre Manager David Campbell said Thursday that shuswap Lake was peaking. “We’ve seen a good chunk, if not all the snowpack melted, with some maybe lingering at the highest elevations,” he says. “eagle river is pretty much at normal for right now and shuswap river has peaked and is going to continue to drop.” Campbell says one of the big differences in this year’s freshet is that. “We’ve seen flows come down faster; even peaking right now, it’s two or three weeks before normal,” he said last Thursday, noting snowpacks feeding shuswap Lake were not too far off normal. “The south Thompson is 35 per cent of normal.”

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The salmon Arm Fire Department is warning barbecue users to make sure connections are tight after one resident had a very close call. At 6:44 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, Hall 2 and Hall 3 were called to a barbecue fire on a deck in the 800 block of 20th street Ne. Assistant Fire Chief

Mike bailey says response time was significantly reduced because training for first responders was taking place in the firehall on south broadview. bailey says the homeowner’s quick action in pushing the barbecue away from the house also reduced the impact of the fire. He says the propane tank had heated up and a special ventilation disk, which reduces

pressure inside the tank so it doesn’t explode, released propane into the air and ignited the fire under the barbecue. “It probably had something to do with the barbecue,” says bailey. “He had used it previously, but yesterday there was some kind of leak in a connection or something.” Firefighters were on scene in four minutes and quickly extinguished the fire and

cooled the propane tank. bailey says there was minor damage to the home’s siding but the fire melted the aluminum railing. “The tank did what it was supposed to do,” he says noting that had it exploded, someone could easily have been killed. “be cautious in making sure connections are secure because if there is a leak, it can cause issues similar to this.”

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McINTOSH, DOUGLAS ROBERT June 3, 1934 to June 2, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Doug. Pre-deceased by his parents Robert and Agnes. Doug will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend Jeannette, his brother Williard, his loving children Rob (Shelly), Dean (Sue), Jacquie (Rick) and Kim (Tony) along with his grandchildren Brandi, Jessica, Jake, Katelyne, Carson and Spencer. Grandpa Mac, we love you and will miss you forever! “SEE YOU IN THE PLAYOFFS MAC.” A celebration of Doug’s life will be held at the Port Coquitlam Senior Centre, 2150 Wilson Avenue, Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 1:00 pm. On line condolences may be expressed at www. schoeningfuneralservice.com

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info@youthagainstviolence.com WEATHERHEAD, OLIVE Olive Weatherhead, an only child, was born to Edwin and Ellen Weatherhead on May 4, 1924 in Nelson, B.C. where they resided for 2 years and then moved to Calgary where her father passed away when Olive was a young girl. There was some very difficult times for Olive and her mother over the years. Olive never married. Her mother lived with her until her passing. Olive lived in Edmonton, Alberta for a number of years where she worked for the Bank of Montreal and later International Harvestor. They later moved to Salmon Arm and later to Vancouver Island. Olive spent her later years in Campbell River, Courtney and Comox where she passed away on May 23rd, 2015 at Eagle View in St Joseph’s Hospital. Olive had cousins in Australia and England whom she never met but corresponded with over the years and had a close relationship with. Olive’s other family was her friends that she made over the years. She cherished these friendships and many times commented that God had always looked after her over the years and brought good people into her life. Olive always spoke her mind but she had a way about her that drew people to her. She loved music and entertainment night at the nursing home was a highlight for her. She could often be seen on the floor keeping time with her walker. Olive always liked to keep up on current events in the world. She could always tell you what places you needed to see while visiting out on the island. She leaves to mourn her passing; cousins, Robert and Margaret Batchelor of Wokingham, England, Rhonda and Larry Batchelor of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and Clarisse and Mathew Flynn of Berkshire, England. She will be missed and fondly remembered by her friends from Alberta and Vancouver Island. A memorial service was held for Olive on June 3, 2015 in the Church of St John the Divine in Courtenay, BC. A graveside service will be held at Mount Ida Cemetery, Salmon Arm on Thursday, June 18th at 11:00 am, with Bishop James Cowan officiating. Online condolences can be sent through Olive’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

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LARRY EDWARD GREENING February 14, 1957 - June 4, 2015 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our brother Larry on June 4, 2015 at Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, BC. Larry had suffered a stroke at the beginning of March and for the last 3 months was determined to recover. After complications and medical issues, he passed away with his family at his bedside. Larry had a big heart but liked to present a gruff manner at times. His sense of humor and mischievous ways often showed through. Larry was born in Edmonton on Feb. 14, 1957. As a family, we moved to Salmon Arm in 1963 and lived in South Canoe. As a young adult, Larry worked on oil rigs in Alberta, became an apprentice mechanic but chose to move to Slave Lake to work before he completed the apprenticeship. He moved back to B.C. and worked for Mac Tools before going into business in Salmon Arm with his friend, Cheryl, in the Hemp Store. Eventually he bought and became the sole owner of JJ’s Hemp Hollow. He was a hard worker and was in the store 6 days a week, he rarely took a day off. He enjoyed visiting with friends and customers daily at the store. He took two very memorable trips; in the 1980’s he went on an extended motorcycle trip with his brother, James, all through the United States. More recently, he took his 5th wheel trailer and went to the Baja and Phoenix to see a NASCAR car race with his friend Olga. Larry was loved and will be missed by his familySister Ida (Stuart) Woods, nephews Philip and Craig; Brother James, niece Kari and nephew Jeremy; one aunt, and many cousins and friends. Thank you to Chelsea and Glenn for their support and help. Thank you to his relatives and friends who called, sent cards, and to those able to visit. Larry loved his pet dogs over the years. Anyone wishing to make a donation in his name may do so to your local SPCA. The Celebration of Life will be arranged at a later date in the fall. Online condolences can be sent through Larry’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

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F. G. “PAT” SHIRLEY January 23, 1924 to December 12, 2014 A Celebration of life service for Pat will be held from the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home on Sunday morning, June 28th, 2015 at 11 a.m. with Jack Bowers the Funeral Celebrant. Pat was a true pioneer of the Salmon Arm area, following his father’s passion for helping the community with his countless years with the Salmon Arm Fire Department. Pat was also presented with an honorary life member designation from the Volunteer Firefighters Association of British Columbia and a 40 year fire service exemplary service medal from the Federal Government of Canada. He was also a long time member of the Vintage Car Club of Canada and an original member of the Shuswap Chapter. Pat was a great historian of Salmon Arm with vast knowledge of places, people and the automobiles they drove. He maintained records of his own and assisted many others with clarification of days gone by. Pat was pre-deceased by wife June in 1993 and is survived by son Jim (Lorna) of Salmon Arm, daughter Pam (Glen Van Horne) of Campbell River and son’s Brad (Jane) and Greg (Debbie) of Salmon Arm, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grand children and great companion Sharon Thorpe. On line condolences may be sent to Pat’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

MILLS, NANCY ROBERTA

It is with indescribable sadness that I must inform Southern Vancouver Island that: NANCY ROBERTA MILLS (born 02 May 1952) died at Cowichan District Hospital on March 7th, 2015 of an unsuspected, untreated cancer which she was unable to overcome with the resources she had available. She fought longer and harder than any of us knew or suspected and if we knew, we could have offered more and better support. Nancy hated to bother anybody even when she needed help. In school, Nancy was the shy, wimpy kid who the brats and bullies picked on, however it turns out she turned out better than all of them, because she grew up to be beautiful, intelligent, talented and KIND. It was my good fortune to share forty years of events, places and friends with her, especially music, musicians and other exceptionally talented artistic people. Nancy’s father, Clayton Mills was an marquetry perfectionist, an electronic technician and an appreciative organist. Nancy’s uncle, Don Kerr, was the local postmaster and a well-known musician and choir director. Nancy, Clayton, and Don, all possessed fine keyboard instruments, and in their honor it is proposed to present a free memorial keyboard concert which will be announced in the future. All will be welcome, especially people with a connection to the “older” music of their youth and loves. I would sincerely like to thank the many people who have offered me their condolences and support. We have all lost a lovely lady, supporter, inspiration and friend. Robert Paul Spleiter Duncan, BC 11 May 2015 Online obituaries may be offered at hwwallacecbc.com

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Lost & Found VICKIE if you’ve lost an item please claim by calling (250)832-1092

Sports & Recreation

Berreth June “Pearl”

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Pearl Berreth on May 28, 2015. Mom was born June Pearl Reding in Black Diamond, AB on June 4, 1929. She married Frederick George Berreth (Buster) March 4, 1946 and is survived by six children, 12 grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and her brother. She is predeceased by her husband, Buster, her parents, three brothers, three sisters and her Fiance, Morgan Bannister. Pearl was a Life Member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 4 Chilliwack and Branch 62 Salmon Arm. She gave many years as a volunteer in the community. Mom will be sadly missed by her family and friends in Chilliwack and Salmon Arm. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, June 29, 2015 at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack. Please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com to offer condolences the Berreth Family.

Here Today – Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation. Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.

Office: 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment.

Lost & Found FOUND: Apple iPhone at Canoe Beach on June 14, has a neon green case and cracked screen (250)833-1857 LOST: ladies wallet, Sat. June 6, somewhere between the PetroCan Gas station in Salmon Arm & Sorrento. (778)981-0065 LOST: wrist watch with the words “Black Press” on the face. Please call (250)4635315

Celebrations

HUNTING Firearms Safety courses. C.O.R.E. & P.A.L. required for Hunting/Firearms Licences. Call Trevor Holmes at (250)832-4105 www.huntingandfirearms.com

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MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with Canada’s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535, www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com.

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.

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Children Childcare Available Back in Nature Childcare is an outdoor nature based Waldorf program. Sept. reg. for preschool, childcare, and now offering a Parent & Tot Program.

Call Teresa (250)833-3556

Employment

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Class 1 Driver required to run our recovery flatbed truck. The successful candidate must be able to travel into the US. We require this individual to be available when needed. This would be a perfect position for someone who is semiretired and looking for some casual work when needed. We require this individual immediately. Please Fax resume and a current abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com and put recovery driver in the subject line. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Help Wanted Shuswap Lake Motel in Sorrento is looking for cleaning staff. Part time, 1-2 days per week, must be available for weekends. Call (1-250)675-2420 JB MARINE, SICAMOUS requires boat cleaning, maintenance, storefront and day-today operations person. $15/hr. Apply in person to 202 Finlayson St. 250-836-4370

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are thrilled to announce the arrival of their son

Graham Andrew Kaufman on

Henderson’s Funeral Home (604) 792-1344

February 15, 2015

Cards of Thanks

Graham weighed 9 lbs., 1 oz., and is a little brother for Nathaniel and Jeremy. Proud grandparents are Mel & Sherry Kaufman and Jack & Ellen Kalf.

Mt Ida Mews A Big Heartfelt Thank You to all the many special nurses, care aids and excellent staff of Mount Ida Mews for their exemplary care and support given to our Dad, Gorman Larson. You made a difference. We so much appreciate the love, sensitivity and compassion that were a constant in his care. From Gormans’ Girls

Have the best day ever! Love Mom, Dad, & Courtlan

Happy 4th Birthday Nathaniel (on June 21/15)

Information

Ron Marchand

832-3320

the Video Man

Memories on DVD

Films, photos, slides, videos transferred to DVD. ronmarchand49@gmail.com Salmon Arm

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Our shop is a busy and growing location which could be ideal for the right candiate. Our shop offers a variety of all maintenance and repairs, a clean and organized work environment and overall an excellent atmosphere to work in. Candidates with Chrysler, Dodge & Jeep training preffered BRABY MOTORS OFFERS: -Excellent wage & benefits packages

-Management support -Specialized training available Please email your resume to: brandon@brabymotors.com by fax (250)832-4545 or come by and see us in person: 1250 Trans Canada Hwy SW, Box 880 Salmon Arm BC V1E 4N9 250-832-8053

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CANADIAN TIRE Salmon Arm Location IS NOW ACCEPTING RESUMÉS FOR A

AUTO PARTS STAFF Do you love cars? Join our amazing team now! WE PROVIDE: • Training • Flexibility • Profit Sharing If you are up to a challenge, apply in person and drop off your resumé to: The Auto Parts Desk #300 - 1151 10th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C. ACCOUNTANT Braby Motors has a unique opportunity in our administrative department. Due to the pending retirement of our long term office manager (since 1990), we require an experienced accountant. Skills required (but not restricted to) include: Accounts receivable, accounts payable, review and corrections of daily postings for fixed and variable operations, payroll for up to 40 employees, a working knowledge of all government agencies including GST, PST, payroll deductions and experience with budgets and forecasts. Ideal candidate should have some sort of accounting certificate and minimum 3 years accounting experience. Experience in automotive accounting would be an asset but willing to train the right candidate. This is a long term position with full benefits. Remuneration will be based on experience. Email resumè to cheryl@brabymotors.com or fax to 250-832-4545.

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Braby Motors is searching for a full time JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN.

-Modern shop and equipment

Grandma & Grandpa Kaufman, Mom, Dad, Jeremy, Graham, uncles Darren, Brandon & Blair, Aunties Char & Jaclyn.

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Axis Family Resources Ltd. has been in operation since 1992, with offices throughout the Interior and Northern Regions of BC. We are recruiting for a new 2 bed program for children/youth either male or female with complex behavioural issues and special needs starting July 15, 2015. We are seeking individuals who have experience and skills dealing with behaviour issues for the following positions: • 2 Full Time Residence Workers (24 hour live in shifts 3 on 3 off rotation) • 2-3 Casual Residence Workers (24 hour live in shifts as needed) • 1 Full Time Support Worker (40 hours/week) • 1 Part Time Support Worker (16 hours/week) For further information, refer to our website www. axis.bc.ca under job opportunities. Fax resumes with cover letters to HR at (250) 851-2977 or email to hr@axis.bc.ca.

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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: Dave Wallensteen, Funeral Director

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440 - 10th Street SW (PO Box 388) Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N5

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Help Wanted Experienced

Sprayer/Painter

req’d for busy wood window & door manufacturing plant. F/T Monday-Friday. Req’s: Strong knowledge of spray painting, some wood working experience helpful, Wages based on experience. Apply by email, fax or mail kambler@windowland.bc.ca Fax# (250)832-6255 5490 46Ave SE Salmon Arm Only those selected for interviews will be contacted

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -18th/16 St. NE -Okanagan, 2nd/1st SE -27St/28St NE -2 Routes in Raven Sub -4 Ave/4A/4B SE SICAMOUS -Mara Lakeview MHP Call Valerie 250-832-2131

STORE ASSISTANT Gibbons Motor Toys is hiring for a position to assist with various store duties at their Salmon Arm location. Minimum Qualiﬁcations Include: High school diploma, basic math and computer skills, ability to multi-task, proper phone etiquette, positive attitude, adapt well to changes, ability to communicate effectively with both customers and co-workers, fast learner who takes initiative. Duties Include: Daily cash reconciliation, data entry, keeping storefront clean and organized, answering multiline phone, assisting with parts & boat detailing, other tasks as assigned, on-thejob training provided. Group Benefits and Pension Plan may be applicable. Please apply with resume in person or via email: timp@abgmt.com STRAWBERRY PICKERS req’d at the Berry Patch 3930 10Ave. NE TCH, SA (250)8324662 Kevin or Kate Stadnyk STUDENT OPPORTUNITY Mounce Construction looking for male or female student for clean up around shop and yard, mow lawn, pick up and deliver parts, misc. painting, etc. Must have valid drivers licence. Apply in person w/resume to Mounce Construction 2750-40 St. SE.

Medical/Dental 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!

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EXPERIENCES Powersport Mechanic required in Whitehorse, Yukon for ATV, snowmobiles, marine, etc. Let’s Talk! $25.00 + per hour DOE. Contact Chris, 867-633-2627, checkeredflagrecreation.com checkeredflag@northwestel.net

STEVEN’S Lawncare mowing, raking, eaves troughs, dump runs & pressure washing (250)832-9668

Road Construction PIPE LAYERS

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

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

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TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Home Improvements CARPENTRY, drywall, tile, painting, flooring. 31 yrs exp, small job ok. Free Estimates. Call Brad Elliott (Salmon Arm Resident) (250)832-9590

Irrigation/Sprinkler Systems CLEAN CUT RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS Irrigation Design, Install & Repair Small reno’s and repairs, Interior painting and trim Licensed & Insured

Frank Cell 250-515-3637 250-832-8153

Feed & Hay

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GOOD cow hay, alfalfa with some grass, $4.50/bale (250)803-8298 (250)832-4160

Home & Yard

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663

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Cleaning Services LICENSED cleaning service S.A., Tappen, & Canoe. Ref avail. $20/hr. (250)804-6043

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Pets

PET GROOMING With Michelle

Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604

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for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay 1st cut Alfalfa hay, no rain, big squares, $120/bale. Straw for sale, $60/bale. Also Bark Mulch. 1-250-804-6720

Excavating & Drainage

DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING 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

Home Improvements

CARPENTER/HANDYMAN Available

Grumpy Old Man • Building Projects • Home Improvements • Repairs, Renovations • Too many years experience fixing old houses • Local References

Farm Services

250 833-5668 Farm Services

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.

• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

We Deliver

Monday to Friday

All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs

30+ Years Locally

Cell 804-6869

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Volunteers

Feed & Hay

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Transportation

Feed & Hay

Misc. for Sale

Houses For Sale

Ofﬁce/Retail

Suites, Lower

Motorcycles

Trucks & Vans

HAY for sale to be picked up in field. Approx 130 Bales (250)835-8836

1990 27’ Travelaire 5th wheel Clean & dry. Needs some repairs. 110 V fridge. $2,200 (250)463-2236

2014 2bdrm, 2bath, carport, patio, sundeck, shed, 75’x100’ lot $142,000. (250)804-3195

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE spaces available for rent within quality, office building in downtown Salmon Arm. Hydro, Heat, AC, Reception included. Rent by month or lease. Private offices. Ground floor, high traffic location. Perfect for single professional or small businesses. Call Keith Chancellor (250)832-6060 or kchancellor@shaw.ca

AVAIL. Aug 1, 2bdrm in owner occupied home, close to college, full kitchen, W/D, no bathtub, gas f/p, seeking quiet respectful tenant, NS, NP, util & wifi incl. $800/mo + DD & ref’s (778)981-0114

IMMACULATE 2005 Yamaha FZ1. Properly maintained with sensible extras. Performs as new. $3200. (250)833-2446

2004 Chev Astro - $5,900 - 8 pass, 4.3 L V-6, AWD, Towing Pkg, A/C, Cruise, 182,000 kms, includes 4 mounted studded winter tires. Very well cared for. Contact Bruce at bweicker10@gmail.com or 250-832-3313

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions AERO AUCTIONS 1 Day Industrial Auction. Tuesday, June 23. 9 a.m. Hwy 16 & Hwy 60 Edmonton. Live & On-Line Bidding. Timed Auction. Mobile offices, excavators, dozers, graders, truck tractors, trailers, pickup trucks misc attachments & much more! Consignments welcome! Visit: aeroauctions.ca or call 1-888600-9005.

$100 & Under MITER saw, 10” compound, on stand $40, scroll saw 18” variable spd mounted on table blades incl $45, Air compressor 2-piston 10 gal tank ??cfm $30. obo (250)675-4429

$200 & Under 6 piece metal patio set $125., white vinyl arbor with 2 plant stands $75. (250)832-8692 (778)489-4801

Fruit & Vegetables BERRY pickers needed from June1-Sept 30, camping avail. at the farm. (250)832-5398 FRESH STRAWBERRIES THE BERRY PATCH 3930 - 10 Avenue NE TCH Salmon Arm (250)832-4662 Strawberries ready now. Place your orders (250)8325398, 2250 40th St SE, signs STRAWBERRIES, U-pick, available now, Geier’s Fruit & Berry Farm, 3820 40th St. SE, (250) 832-2807 phone for picking time

Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD for Sale: bucked, split and delivered $150/cord & up. (250)804-3216 www.shuswapfirewood.com

1993 11’ Elkhorn camper. Side door. Clean & dry. $3,800.00 (250)463-2236 GRAD gifts: Unique one-of-akind gifts handmade in Salmon Arm. Pens, jewelry, art, & more. (778) 489-3507 garylittle77@hotmail.com LAZY Boy leather sofa $1,250, Juicer $180, Natuzzi chair $150, Celestron Telescope $100, turbo stick $20, BBQ $45, tile saw $20, Mitre saw $50, bamboo trolley $100, Occ. chair $125, Shaw HD Box $50, (250)463-3965 ROLLTOP desk, double pedestal, excellent condition $350. (250)832-8142 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 or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale” 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 778-281-0030 in town. PURCHASING scrap gold & old Canadian & American coin collections. 250-548-3670 WANTED: rent/buy boat buoy or moorage in Canoe area. Please call (604)376-1523

Furniture BEIGE LazyBoy chesterfield & loveseat, near new, $500. obo (250)832-7494

Garage Sales BLIND Bay: Multi family, 2300 Talana Trail (up the hill) June 20, 8-2. Something for all! MOVING: 2976 Cedar Dr, Blind Bay, Fri - Sun, Jun 19,20,21, 8-3, all furn(indoor & out) & contents must go. MOVING: 3202 White Lake Rd. Sorrento, Sat/Sun Jun , 20 & 21. 9-4. Tools, electronics, antique furn, keyboard, tires, compressor, W/D/F/S Multi-family - Lakeview Terrace. Good stuff. Sat, June 20, 8:30-1:30pm. 1120-12th St. NE, off 10th Ave NE. SA: #13 441 20St. NE, June 20, 9-2, downsizing, many items/house wares, clean bed frames, tools, sporting/water items, patio furniture, etc SA: #36 141 10Ave SE, June 20 9-2, air mattresses, tent, misc & household

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 SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584. Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, farm tractors w/loaders, skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

Misc. for Sale 1981 Argo 8X8 winch, tracks, new tires, homemade plow $3,300.00 (250)463-2236

Mobile Homes & Parks

Sporting Goods

Best pricing for New Homes in Sicamous Bi-weekly payment from

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Land and Home Ownership

250-833-4728

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Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

Best rate 5yr-2.69%OAC

Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca Rates Consistently better than banks

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Toll free 1-800-658-2345

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM. balcony apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $680/mo.(1-855)852-5660 2 bd apt near dntwn Salmon Arm, n/s, util. & w/d, Sat TV included $865. 604-835-4111

Commercial/ Industrial

I am a licensed to pick up unwanted firearms and provide transfer receipt 778-220-8864

SICAMOUS: Commercial bay, 1300sqft., overhead door, office space, TCH frontage, $863/mo. (250)804-8806

Free Items

Cottages / Cabins

FREE Hay. U cut it, U rake it, U bale it, U haul it away (250)832-9639

Sunnybrae Cottage July/August Weekly Rental Saturday pm to Saturday am Paradise Point Fully furnished 1 bedroom kitchen, living, dining room & laundry $750/week includes hydro, sat tv & internet (250)835-8236

Real Estate For Sale By Owner 2 bdrm 1 bath at #99 Brodview MHP. Great lot in well maintained park. Upgrades include electrical (has silver seal), flooring, bathroom vanity, etc. Covered deck, workroom and shed. Asking $45,000. Please contact Jen at 780-243-1483 or jenbradley@live.ca.

3BDRM, 2bath, AC, garage, open basement & yard on acreage. Avail. July1, pets ok, $1,300/mo incl. heat & hydro. Refs req’d (250)832-0429

Misc. for Sale

Homes for Rent

Suites, Lower

Suites, Upper 1BDRM+den, Tappen, bright, quiet $750 all util. incl., NP (250)835-4329 (250)804-6016

Transportation

Recreational/Sale 2004 XLE Aliner camper trailer, almost all options, good cond. $5500. (250)804-2681 27’ 5th wheel Kustom Koach $4500. Solar panels, 3 burner stove w/oven, fridge, freezer, roof AC, tub, shower. Salmon Arm (250)833-0053 Montana 5th wheel 4 slides hardwood flrs incl Ford F350 diesel new tires must be seen $40,000obo 1-(575) 740-1511

1 BDRM Ground level suite for rent in Hillcrest area. Utilities, TV included, NS, NP, $800/mo. 250-803-1095

Cars - Domestic

2BDRM NS, NP, no children close to DT, avail July 1 $1,100/mo util incl proof of F/T employment (250)253-4444

1928 Ford pick up, T-bucket 350-V8, auto, everything chromed, oak dash, headers, new tires, needs some work; $17,000 (250)832-0560

#1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 1-250-558-8855

Sport Utility Vehicle

Tenders

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

2010 Ford XLT 4X4 128,000 km, fully loaded, good condition. $15,500 (250)833-6461

Scrap Car Removal

Tenders

Columbia Shuswap Regional District INVITATION TO TENDER Nicholas Fire Department Fire Hall Extension and Renovation The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is inviting Tenders for the construction of a building e[tension and renovations to the e[isting ¿re hall building located at 801 Highway 95 South near Golden, BC in Electoral Area A. Sealed tenders clearly marked “Tender – Nicholson Fire Hall Building Extension” will be accepted until 11 AM PDT on Monday June 29, 2015 at the of¿ce of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, PO Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1. A detailed description of the services required can be found in the Tender documents. A mandatory onsite pre-tender meeting will be held Friday, June 19, 2015 at 1 PM Mountain Daylight Time. Any tenders received from Tenderers that did not have representation in attendance at the pretender meeting will be returned to the Tenderer unopened. Before submitting a Tender, Tenderers will satisfy themselves as to the local conditions and nature of the work. The Tenderer is fully responsible for obtaining all information required for the preparation of their Tender and the execution of the work. Tender documents and further information are available online at the Columbia Shuswap Regional District website at www.csrd.bc.ca/ news-notices/opportunities/tenders, on the BC Bid website at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca, on the Civic Info website at www.civicinfo.bc.ca and at the of¿ce of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District at the above address during regular of¿ce hours. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Tenders and to waive any informality in the Tenders received, in each case without giving any notice. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District reserves the right to accept the Tender which it deems most advantageous. Faxed submissions will not be accepted. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. For more information, please contact: Darcy Mooney, Manager, Operations Management T: 250.833.5938 or TF: 1.888.248.2773 E: dmooney@csrd.bc.ca

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HYDRO EXCAVATING 24 Hour Service Rob Stunzi 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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BOAT REPAIR

Framing Renovations Fences Sheds Cedar Roofs

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AUTOMOTIVE

SALES-INSTALLATION-SERVICE

Bart’s

MINUTE MUFFLER & MAINTENANCE 250-832-8064

Mufflers Brakes Shocks Complete Automotive Repairs

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FARM SERVICES

It’s Our Duty to Your Car! Since 1978

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Norbert Lazarus, Your German Painter - Master’s business owner, is not a regular painter like many others. Norbert started as an apprentice in 1973 in Germany, and after three years, he went to a special painter school where he got his Master’s Degree in Painting. He has worked in countries like SaudiArabia and Egypt as painter supervisor, and since 2007 he has worked for big companies where he has been responsible for very exclusive buildings. Now, Norbert has his own company, which started last year and has moved to the Shuswap area. With more than 35 years as a painter, you can expect very fast, precise, and truly professional work; Norbert does every kind of painting and he also is an expert in professional wallpaper hanging. You can contact him at 778-220-2776 or email him at: norbertlazarus@ gmail.com

At Your Service

Profile of the week

• Fischer’s Funeral Home • Ben’s Towing

Mark Pennell owner 4130 - 1st Ave. SW

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• Fully Insured • Chimney Sweep • Stove Installs & Maintenance • WETT Inspections Call Robert Babakaiff 250-803-2168 Salmon Arm

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Kick it with the ‘Caps in Salmon Arm this summer! Choose from:

PROSPECTS CAMPS SKILLS CAMP Presented by Bell

MARTHA WICKETT/OBSERVER

Bastion bonding

SPECIALTY CAMP

Vivian Lawrence gives Hilda the donkey a nice pat while Ken Bews looks on. Shirley Mainprize and Rob Miller with the Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge brought Hilda and Margherita to Bastion Place on Thursday afternoon for a visit.

Brody’s wish inspires event Friendship Day: Everyone’s invited to join the celebration on Saturday, June 20 at Marine Park. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Brody Savoie knows how to turn dreams into reality. And he would like you to join him in his dream-come-true. The community is invited to come to Marine Park on Saturday, June 20 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. for Friendship Day. Brody has planned lots of activities. With help from the arts council, friendship bracelets are going to be made between 11 and 4. Face painting was one of Brody’s initial ideas, but he and his mom Michelle Kuster are now thinking it might be a bit too much money to hire someone. If they find someone willing to volunteer their time, all the proceeds will go towards research and treatment of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or Lou Gehrig’s Disease) as well as Lyme Disease. Kuster explains that her dad and Brody’s grandfather, aged 56, died just after Christmas from Lyme dis-

ease. He was first diagnosed with ALS but later tested positive for Lyme. They want to do what they can to prevent it from happening to someone else. Ardie Burnham, who works at the Salmon Arm branch of the Okanagan Regional Library, will be coming from 11 a.m. to noon to read stories. Michelle explains that Brody is a big fan of Burnham’s. On one occasion when Brody was studying the brain, he looked at the psychology section with her and, with her help, they “found the good books.” Brody and his mom are also busily thinking up team games for Friendship Day – such as sack races, egg and spoon, a three-legged race and maybe even soccer. Kuster points out that Brody will have to miss his soccer game in order to put on Friendship Day, so his coach said he might be able to get some soccer players to come down afterwards to join in. Also on Saturday is the annual Dragon

Camps start in July, register today whitecapsfc.com/camps Local: 250.770.2173 Toll free: 1.855.932.1932

Look to the classifieds for all of the resources you need to fulfill your career goals. Whether you’re out of work or looking to advance or change jobs altogether, the classifieds will steer you in the right direction.

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Bring a friend: Brody Savoie, with his mother Michelle Kuster, approached council about creating Friendship Day. Boat Festival. When Brody addressed city council, he was asked if he was OK with holding his event in conjunction with Aboriginal Day at Marine Park on June 21. He was happy with it. However, since then, organizers realized the annual Kid’s Fishing Derby is also on June 21 so it could be too much to have all three events. Brody and his mom said they would be telling people to be sure to come back the next day for Aboriginal Day celebrations.

Asked what his next big idea is, Brody doesn’t hesitate. “To have it happen all over the world.” Kuster says he’s been researching the United Nations lately. In the meantime, Brody hopes lots of people will join him on Saturday. Like the poster he made to advertise the event says: “Come on down and join us. Make sure and bring a friend.”

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Canada Day Deadlines

Advertising Deadlines for July 1st Salmon Arm Observer & July 3rd Shuswap Market News editions are: Classified Word ads: Thurs., June 25 at noon for Salmon Arm Observer and Friday, June 26 at noon for Shuswap Market News Classified Display ads: Thurs., June 25 at 10 a.m. for Salmon Arm Observer, and Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m. for Shuswap Market News General Advertising: Thurs., June 25 at 4 p.m. for Salmon Arm Observer, and Friday, June 26 at 2 p.m. for Shuswap Market News. The Salmon Arm Observer will be closed Wednesday, July 1. The office will re-open on Thursday, July 2nd at regular business hours.

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Out on the Town

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, JUNE 17

SUMMER SOLSTICE – A gathering will take place at the

WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council presents the

funk-soul sound of Majesty at 6:45 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy live music. WOW continues Wednesdays to Aug. 26.

THURSDAY, JUNE 18 ART GALLERY – Artist/photographer/writer Lyn Maxwell

will speak about her Soul Food exhibition at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery from 2 to 4 p.m. Maxwell has shared many meals with friends she has made in her annual travels to Greece, Mexico and Vancouver. She celebrates their stories in a unique blend of photographed faces and painted foregrounds in Soul Food, a June exhibition at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays.

MINDFULNESS GROUP – begins June 18, from

noon to 1 p.m. at Maple Tree Medical, rear entrance. Everyone welcome. Contact Madeleine Eames 250-833-6652 for further information.

FRIDAY, JUNE 19

home of Tyhson Bannigan and Serah Roer beginning at 3 p.m. at 1 - 5404 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. A Mayan Morning Star Wheel Ceremony with sharing and drumming will take place at 4 p.m. Bring a song, poem, reading, message or anything else that you would like to share or be blessed. A potluck meal will be served at 5 p.m., followed by dancing. For more information, call Tyhson at 250 835-8236.

SPIRIT SEARCH – Natasha Rosewood, intuitive reader, past

life regressionist, ghost-buster, spirit medium and author, has studied and practised metaphysics for more than 40 years, helping many people clear blocks and find their joy. She presents a psychic development mini workshop from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holistic Health

There are many prizes to be won. Due to a prior commitment, Murray will not be in attendance. HANEY HERITAGE VILLAGE – hosts a Father’s Day pancake

breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Entertainment, wagon rides, an old-fashioned carnival with games of chance and skill, face-painting, children’s crafts, panning for gold and a barbecue lunch take place at 751 Hwy. 97 B. For more information, call 250-832-5243.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council presents the

folk/Celtic sound of Cod Gone Wild at 6:45 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy live music on the shores of Shuswap Lake. Admission is by donation WOW continues each Wednesday until Aug. 26.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 SANDY CAMERON HOMECOMING SHOW –

$6 MEAL DEAL

Sandy Cameron returns to make some music with old friends for our season finale 7 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) at the banquet room at Shuswap Chefs, 551 Trans-Canada Highway. Admission by donation. Beer, wine and tapas menu available.

Your Meal will never be the same

OPERA WITH EVA – Accomplished soprano

Eva Tavares, recently appeared with the Vancouver Opera and will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. at Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 30th St. NE. Doors open at 7. Proceeds of the concert go to the NDP North Okanagan/Shuswap constituency campaign.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26 LAST CALL – Last day for lunch before fall as the kitchen at the Seniors’ Fifth Avenue Activity Centre will close for the summer. Several programs are ongoing.

CONCERT – Carlin Hall at 4051 Myers

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

Frontage Rd. in Tappen hosts Canadian White Water at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds go to fundraising for the hall. Coffee, tea and goodies are available for purchase.

BOOK SALE – Friends of the Library host a

sale from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mall at Piccadilly. Proceeds help fund library programs and equipment for the Salmon Arm and South Shuswap branches. The Sale also takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 20.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 20 SHUSWAP PADDLING FESTIVAL – will be held at Marine

Park, with dragon boat races from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., and outrigger canoe races from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and then Sunday, one and two-person races from 9:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Food vendors, working artisans and information kiosks.

MUSIC IN THE PARK – The Voice of the Shuswap will be

heard at Marine Park from noon until 7 p.m. at the Gazebo. Presented by CKVS-FM 93/7 as part of their annual membership and donation drive.

BOOK CLUB GALA – The Salmon Arm Library invites area

book club members to share their favourite and recommended titles, converse and network with other book-club lovers from 2:30 to 3:30. Swap book titles and learn how the Okanagan Regional Library can help serve book clubs. For more information, contact the library at 250-832-6161 or arichards@orl.bc.ca.

BATTLE OF TWO LAKES – Laughing Gas Improv

representing Shuswap Lake takes on Monkey With a Button for Swan Lake in a battle of comedic talent at 7:30 p.m. at Shuswap Theatre. Mature content. No-host beer and wine available before show and at intermission. Tickets are available at Intwined Fibre Arts, online at www.shuswaptheatre.com or at the door.

Centre, 2 - 661 Ross St. NE. Pre-registration is required. Call Jane at 1-250-975-1952. Book a psychic reading for the next day with Rosewood by email to natasha@natashapsychic.com, visit www. natashapsychic.com, or call 1-778-558-2832.

SUNDAY, JUNE 21 ABORIGINAL DAY – The third annual National Aboriginal

Day Celebration takes place in conjunction with the 2015 Father’s Day Fishing Derby and Dragon Boat and Outrigger Canoe Festival at Marine Park opens with a welcome address by elders at 10 a.m. Guest speakers, Secwepemc flag raising and canoe launches follow. Vendors and crafts on site. To register for a cultural interpretive paddle with a local knowledge keeper, email dragonboatdirector@gmail.com.

KIDS FISHING DERBY – The Shuswap Recreation Society

partners with community volunteers, James Murray, Alyssa Vann and Aaron Alcott and several other community groups/individuals to host the free fishing derby, from 7 to 11 a.m. at Marine Park wharf. Registration for the free event starts at 6 a.m. Children 12 and under are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own personal flotation device. The award ceremony begins at 11:15 at the end of the wharf.

CONCERT – Carlin Hall at 4051 Myers Frontage Rd. in Tappen hosts the T-Buckley Trio at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6. Proceeds go to fundraising for the hall. Coffee, tea and goodies available for purchase.

MONDAY, JUNE 29

SUMMERTIME HOURS – The office at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre adopts summer hours – Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Leave a phone message at 250-832-1065 and your call will be returned. Many activities will continue through the summer, pick up a calendar at the centre.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council presents the

folk/rock sound of Greg Drummond at 6:45 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy live music on the shores of Shuswap Lake. Admission is by donation WOW continues each Wednesday until Aug. 26.

R. J. HANEY HERITAGE VILLAGE DINNER THEATRE – presents

“The Everlasting Railways Blues.” Opening night is July 1, with shows every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening in July and August and a special matinee performance on Thurs., August 20. Check in starts at 5 p.m. Come and enjoy a home cooked dinner with all the pioneer fixings served from Marjorie’s Tea Room. Reservations are a must. Call 250-832-5243 or visit our website at www.salmonarmmuseum.org or like us at facebook.com/Haneyheritage.

NEIGHBOURLINK – sponsors free half-hour appointments

with a lawyer to those who qualify. Call 250-832-3272. for more information or to book an appointment.

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Community Celebration

TO MARK THE BEGINNING OF OUR JOURNEY

Bring the family down to enjoy a unique interactive walk down memory lane, celebrating the rich heritage of this iconic BC company. Win great prizes, interact with local community partners, enjoy entertainment and festivities!

Saturday, June 20th 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.