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Aye, aye captain Andrew Piper and his twoyear-old son Ethan enjoy a relaxing time in the water at Canoe Beach on Saturday, Aug. 1. Many people flocked to the lake as temperatures rose into the mid 30s over the weekend.
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Man dies in collision with bus Hoffman’s Bluff: Driver of car killed on dangerous stretch, others sustain minor injuries. By Dale Bass KAMlOOPS THIS WeeK
A 19-year-old Pritchard man died Friday afternoon when the car he was driving on the Trans-canada Highway crossed the centre line and collided with an eastbound passenger bus. The crash occurred about 4 p.m., 11 kilometres west of chase, just east of Hoffman’s Bluff, and resulted in a number of ambulances, an air ambulance and fire rescue personnel responding. Sascha dieter Hedrich was the driver and
lone occupant of the chevrolet cavalier. Police report the vehicle crossed into the eastbound lane, hitting the bus carrying 57 student tourists from Korea head-on. The Interior Health Authority said 57 people were taken to Royal Inland Hospital, one in serious condition, 20 with nonlife-threatening injuries and 36 who were not injured. Sgt. Mike Pears of the RcMP’s central Interior Traffic services said the most serious injury on the bus was to the driver, who was taken to hospital in Kamloops but released within 24 hours.
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The highway was closed in both directions for some time following the accident, which area residents said sounded like an explosion from an industrial accident. Surrounding roads were also congested as motorists tried to find a way around the accident. Pears said alcohol is not considered a factor in the crash. A second tour bus was sent to the scene with a police escort to collect passengers who weren’t injured. Hoffman’s Bluff on Highway 1 east of chase is a notorious area for fatal accidents.
The area of the accident is part of a massive, multi-million-dollar widening program funded by the provincial and federal governments. last week, Transportation Minister Todd Stone held a press conference along Highway 1 west of chase to announce $95 million to widen the highway from the east end of Hoffman’s Bluff, which is under reconstruction now, through to chase creek Road. The second phase will see four-laning through to the Petro-canada station on the highway at the west end of chase.
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Cyclist image shared By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
Police have released an image of the bicycle-riding man who held up the Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union on Monday, July 27, in hopes the public may be able to help identify him. Staff Sgt. Scott West said Tuesday that no arrest has been made yet. The man entered the bank at 4:15 p.m., wearing a black balaclava, a long-sleeved, black cotton shirt and dark jeans that were equipped with a makeshift holster taped to his right leg. He was described as thin and
possibly 6 ft. 3 in. tall. Police report the man approached the teller counter with what witnesses described as a sawed-off shotgun in hand and demanded money. An undisclosed amount of cash was turned over which he placed in a black sports bag. He then fled the scene – on a bicycle. Upon arrival, police surrounded the area and set up perimeters but were unable to locate the suspect. West said police are investigating all leads. Officers would like the public’s assistance in providing any information about anyone matching the suspect’s de-
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Candidates off and running By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
The race to the Oct. 19 federal election has begun. With the early election announcement, no North Okanagan– Shuswap candidates had been confirmed as of Monday by Elections Canada (nomination process for candidates closes Sept. 28, with a list of confirmed candidates to be released Sept. 30). However, four are already campaigning to represent the riding: Mel Arnold for the Conservatives, Cindy Derkaz for the Liberals, Chris George for the Green Party of Canada and Jacqui Gingras for the New Democratic Party. Arnold, who previously ran for the BC Liberals, announced his intention to run for the Conservatives in May of last year. He
was nominated as the riding’s Conservative candidate in October. “The residents of the North Okanagan Shuswap need a strong voice in Ottawa,” says Arnold. “ As a lifetime resident of the area I have seen the challenges. Now I want to put my leadership skills and experience to work for you, to have a positive impact on the lives of everyday people in the riding. By being active in the community, I understand the issues that families and seniors face and I will work tirelessly on your issues as your MP.” Liberal candidate Cindy Derkaz said she decided to throw her hat in the political arena due to an increasing concern over the direction the country has taken under Prime Minister Stephen Harper. “After a decade
of Harper, we want change that will make a real difference in the lives of all Canadians – change that will help families make ends meet, put more money in their pockets, and bring this country together,” says Derkaz. “It is time for a new plan to grow the middle class and grow the economy.” Chris George, who ran for the Green Party of B.C. in the last provincial election, was recently nominated as the federal Greens’ candidate for the NorthOkanagan Shuswap. George says environmental issues brought him to the party, but its “progressive, realistic social policies including a guaranteed livable income, keep me Green.” “There is no excuse for poverty in Canada. Elizabeth May’s small business initiatives are
the best there is,” says George. “Trade deals that give foreign corporations the right to sue our government for making responsible decisions in the interests of Canada must be renegotiated.” Jacqui Gingras says her vision for the North Okanagan-Shuswap is to “mobilize our abundant resources to reinvigorate our local community.” “What we have learned too well over the past eight years with Harper is that the answers to the issues that affect our community don’t come from Ottawa,” says Gingras. “They come from you and me; people who work here, raise their families here, and build a life here… I am ready to be your voice in Ottawa, a voice that represents economic fairness, climate security and social justice.”
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Propeller guards requested Fatal accident: Industry says device can lead to other hazards. By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
A recent boating fatality on Shuswap Lake has prompted a request to houseboat companies to consider additional safety measures. Rob Sutherland, station leader for Shuswap Station 106 of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, said he will be talking with houseboat companies about using propeller guards and other safety devices, in order to help reduce the risk of propeller-related injuries or deaths. Sutherland says Shuswap Station has responded to three propeller-related accidents in the past two years, two of which occurred last year over the course of a few days. In one, a man’s ankle was slashed by a propeller on a speedboat. The other involved a woman swimming behind a houseboat. Sutherland said someone had started the engine and the woman wound up losing her leg. The third accident happened on July 10, and resulted in the death of a 22-year-old Edmonton woman. “I was going to talk to (local houseboat companies) about propeller guards and/or cameras at the back, like back-up cameras in cars,” said Sutherland. “It would be a good idea, especially, you know, because of the severity of accidents with propellers and that. “It’s just something they should be looking at.” But Todd Kyllo says the industry has thoroughly looked at the use of propeller guards.
And, while he doesn’t deny one might have prevented the recent fatality, the owner/operator of Twin Anchors Houseboat Vacations says use of the guards can open opportunities for a variety of other accidents to occur. “The reason a prop guard can’t be utilized, not just on houseboats but on most boats, is if there’s a log strike or a ground strike on that prop guard, it pushes it into the prop itself, and now the whole boat is disabled,” said Kyllo. “So then you’re looking at bigger and more accidents.” Backup cameras are already in use, but Kyllo says they would not have prevented the recent accident. He noted
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Preventing danger: Industry rep emphasizes education is key to keeping people safe around houseboats and their engines. adding about 85 per cent of those who end up in the captain’s seat have already acquired their pleasure craft operators licence. “They’re more edu-
“It (propeller guards) would be a good idea, especially, you know, because of the severity of accidents with propellers and that.”
Rob Sutherland SEARCH & RESCUE there are other safety devices available too, such as a gate for the back that, when open, disables the engine. Again, he said, it becomes a matter where one preventive measure can lead to other trouble. “The only thing that I see us doing is education,” said Kyllo. “There are issues back there, there are dangers behind the boat. No difference from anything else we get in that’s motorized.” Kyllo said he expects he’ll see about 16,000 people on his boats alone this summer,
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cated on how their boats work and what they do,” said Kyllo. “A few years ago we didn’t have that.” Additionally, there’s mandatory training/ orientations provided at the local level by the houseboat companies. “We as an industry promote that education, even if you have your boating licence. So we give it to you again,” said Kyllo. Asked if cost might also be a factor as to why propeller guards aren’t used, Kyllo commented on one houseboat rental company in the U.S. that
does use them. He said that company is repeatedly having to replace the guards because of damage. “They probably have about 400 of them piled up because they were bent and smashed in certain areas and they’re not re-usable. So you throw them away and you put another one on…,” said Kyllo. “Last week… on one day alone, I changed out 15 props because of the low water. If you’re thinking I’ve got to change out 15 prop guards, then the cost does become ridiculous.” But Kyllo stressed there are many more reasons for not using prop guards. “As a company, we’ve researched all this and looked at the different issues of having them and not having them…,” he said. “You certainly can’t use the cost of a prop guard over a person’s life. Don’t get me wrong there, because there’s no cost for that. But we have to make sure the boat can run at all times, and with a prop guard, that could not happen.”
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Lawsuit on hold SmartCentres: No date set for trial.
By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
A lawsuit launched by four companies affiliated with the SmartCentres shopping centre in Salmon Arm is on hold. In December of last year, a judge ruled that a lawsuit launched by SmartCentres Inc., Salmon Arm Shopping Centres Limited, Calloway Reit (Salmon Arm) Inc., and a B.C. numbered company against EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. and three of its employees should proceed to a full trial. The defendants had applied for a summary trial – an expedited judicial process. A date of July 13 was set. The lawsuit centres on the properties which are now the site of the SmartCentres shopping centre, anchored by the Walmart store. The plaintiffs state, in court documents, that they relied on two EBA reports when they purchased the properties and they say the reports were prepared negligently by the defendants. The properties were
subject to provincial regulations governing setbacks to fish-bearing waters. EBA provided two reports, a preliminary environmental investigations report on Feb. 22, 2007 and a preliminary riparian area regulation assessment on July 30, 2007. SmartCentres completed purchase of the land on Oct. 15, 2007 for $14.7 million. The plaintiffs stated the two reports suggested that substantial portions of the properties could be used for development based on the setbacks from the riparian areas suggested. However, they say, the high water mark of Shuswap Lake impinges on the properties so much that only a portion of the land could be used for redevelopment. The plaintiffs say they suffered a loss of at least $3.3 million, and perhaps much more, as a result of their reliance on the EBA reports. The defendants have put forward several defences, which include: they were not negligent in preparing the reports; the company did not breach its contrac-
tual obligations; and any loss suffered by the plaintiffs was caused by their own negligence or their failure to mitigate. Although a trial date was set for 10 days beginning July 13 of this year, court records show that the trial has been adjourned. The court registry had no information on when the trial might be rescheduled, and neither the lawyer for the plaintiffs nor the lawyer for the defence could be contacted.
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Traffic is waved around a two-vehicle collision at the corner of the Trans-Canada Highway and 10th Street SW about 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, July 30.
Funds needed for water plant By Lachlan Labere
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The city will be spending $53,000 sooner than expected on the water treatment plant. At Monday’s development and planning meeting, council received late item, a report from engineering and public work director Rob Niewenhuizen, who said $53,000 was needed for the replacement of treatment cells. The cells, he explained, are used for the creation of hypochlorite, which in turn is used to disinfect the water. “We use it up at the twin reservoirs, and also at the Metford Dam,” said Niewenhuizen. “So, over the weekend, some of the cells…
had gone down and we are at a risk of not being able to produce this hypochlorite to put into the system.” Niewenhuizen said staff had planned to identify the cell replacements in the 2016 budget, but the need arose sooner than anticipated. City administrator Carl Bannister said funding could come from the a surplus in the water fund, projected to be half a million dollars by the end of the year. “Usually, each year, there’s a surplus in running that function,” said Bannister. “In 2015, it’s projected to be $75,000, bringing the total surplus to half a million. We would propose that it come from that fund.”
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No cigar boat ban on Okanagan Lake
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Not all cigar boats cause problems, say regional district staff, noting that some are driven to make more noise than others.
Enforcement: Noise bylaw used to regulate water craft, not speed limit. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Despite wishful thinking on the part of some Shuswap Lake users, loud, speedy boats are not likely to be banned. Contrary to a recent Observer story, cigar boats have not been prohibited from Okanagan Lake, they have simply been regulated through a noise bylaw, says Columbia Shuswap Regional District bylaw enforcement officer Tammy Jones. Jones says the CSRD board asked her and fellow bylaw enforcement officer Leanne Robertson to look into how the boats are being dealt with on Okanagan Lake. She says a noise bylaw is being used on Okanagan Lake to reduce the impact of the boats, something CSRD could look at doing either through a new noise bylaw or a good neighbour bylaw. “If we were to entertain something, our bylaw would be specific to noise,” she says, noting there is no speed prohibition except in the channels or within 30 metres of the foreshore. “There are regulations in regards to causing erosion on the foreshore through the Environmental Management Act.” RCMP and conservation enforcement officers do have some authority on the lakes with regards to safety
and environment. “If we bring in any kind of bylaw, we won’t regulate and our bylaw won’t mimic a task other organizations are doing,” Jones says. “What that’s going to look like is something we don’t know, but our bylaw will merely apply to a level of noise – unless of course our board asks us to do a bit more.” But don’t look for the regional district to be able to do anything about excessive speed. There are no regulations regarding speed and any changes would require federal legislation. “I almost think we have a couple of problem (boat) owners that are rip-roaring around the lake,” Jones says, noting the complaints come from a few areas where the boats are noisily starting up and idling rather than the ones that are blasting up and down the lake. “It’s seasonal; they only stay for two weeks and then we don’t hear from that area until the following year. It seems to be 10 to 12 boats on the water that wreak havoc then leave.” Jones says the noise bylaw and increased education seem to have helped reduce the number of cigar boats on Okanagan Lake. But whether that has caused an increase of the loud, powerful watercraft on Shuswap Lake is anyone’s guess.
Trees, roads part of city’s summer work By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
If you are wondering what happened to some of the trees lining Hudson and Alexander streets, the city’s public works crews removed them. Rob Hein, manager of roads and parks, explains the ones taken out “were dying and non-retrievable, so rather than have them look really bad on the street for a long period of time, we took them out.” Hein said the fact the judges were coming
for the annual Communities in Bloom contest was a factor influencing when the trees were removed. “We did it at the last minute.” He said the trees will be replaced. Communities in Bloom is described on its website as a Canadian non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility and beautification… Salmon Arm is one of 14 of B.C.’s 162 municipalities which is competing in the com-
petition. Regarding road work that citizens have been seeing around the community, Hein said it is mostly part of the annual asphaltic overlay program, where the road surfaces are repaired. The work being done next to the Jacobson Ford car dealership is a BC Hydro project, he explained. The overhead lines have been buried and now the road is being reinstated. Hein said most of the city’s projects have been wrapped up.
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City News and Public Notices CITY OF SALMON ARM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Salmon Arm will hold Public Hearing in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 500 - 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, August 10, at 7:00 p.m. 1. Proposed Rezoning of Lot A, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M, KDYD, Plan 16521 from R-1 (Single Family Residential Zone) to C-6 (Tourist / Recreation Commercial Zone). Civic Address: 1170 – 22 Street NE Location: North of 11 Avenue NE and Trans Canada Highway, on the west side of 22 Street NE Present Use: Single Family Dwelling Proposed Uses: Renovate existing single family dwelling to a commercial daycare facility Owners / Applicant: K. Hart/Kinder Play Child Care Reference: ZON.1031/Bylaw No. 4106 The file for the proposed bylaw is vailable for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from July 28 to August 10, 2015, both inclusive, in the office of the Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 Avenue NE. Those who deem their interest affected by the proposed bylaw are urged to review the file available in the Development Services Department (or telephone 250-803-4021) to obtain the facts of the proposal prior to the Public Hearing. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer
CITY OF SALMON ARM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MARINA LEASE, SUB-LEASE AND OPERATION The City of Salmon Arm is accepting proposals to lease, sub-lease and operate the Marina for a five (5) year term commencing in 2016. Request for Proposal (RFP) documents may be obtained on the City of Salmon Arm website at www.salmonarm.ca or at the front Counter of City Hall. All enquiries related to this Request for Proposals (RFP), including any requests for information and clarification, are to be directed, in writing, to the following person who will respond if time permits: Robert Niewenhuizen, Director of Engineering and Public Works Phone: 250-803-4017 Fax: 250-803-4041 E-mail: rniewenhuizen@salmonarm.ca The closing date and time for receipt of the sealed Proposals is 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time Tuesday, September 15, 2015. 2 complete hard-copies must be delivered by hand or courier to Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer, at the address noted below. Proposals received after the closing time will be returned unopened. City of Salmon Arm 500 – 2 Avenue NE Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Telephone: (250) 803-4029 Fax: (250) 803-4042 For more information call 250-803-4000 • Follow us on twitter @SalmonArmBC
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THE VIEW FROM HERE
Martha Wickett
Site C - the last straw Rolling hills, sparkling water, abundant wildlife, rich farmland. This is what British Columbia is choosing to soon destroy forever – at a time when the province’s natural habitat is already under more threat than ever before. On July 29, BC Hydro issued a news release announcing it has awarded a contract for preparation activities on the north bank of the Site C dam site. This work will include: • excavating two million cubic metres of “material,” • producing and stockpiling 100,000 cubic metres of aggregate material for use by other contractors at the dam site; and • clearing 55 hectares. It states the work is expected to begin early this month and be complete by the end of June 2016. The Site C dam has been on the province’s books for about 50 years. It was turned down in 1982 by the then still-effective BC Utilities Commission, primarily because BC Hydro had not demonstrated an absolute need for the power. It was suggested the Crown corporation explore geothermal. And, of course, there are several other alternatives to this archaic method of mass drowning. The proposed 60-metre-high dam will flood 5,550 hectares of land – which has been described as the equivalent of 14 Stanley Parks – and more than 100 kilometres of river valley. This will include the loss of nearly 3,500 hectares of Class 1 through 3 agricultural land, 1,300 hectares of which are considered as having high agricultural value. Construction will cost taxpayers $8.8 billion. That’s billion. It is predicted to contribute to the loss of more than 50 per cent of habitat for species such as caribou, grizzly and wolverine. The area is part of the Yellowstone to Yukon wildlife corridor. The dam could sever the route at its narrowest part and fracture wildlife populations. Like the populations of animals, fish and birds which are an integral and crucial part of the province’s ecosystems, the First Nations who have also inhabited the land for thousands of years have been given little or no consideration. The proposed dam makes a mockery of the way the provincial and federal governments have paid lip service to First Nations of late, pledging adequate consultation and other niceties. Once again First Nations must resort to legal challenges to preserve their territory, even when under treaty, as they have been forced to do in this case. The land is the traditional territory of the Treaty 8 First Nations. Chief Rolland Wilson of the West Moberly First Nations sums up Site C by saying it makes no economic sense, no environmental sense and no legal sense. While the province calls this project a “clean-energy” project, it is anything but “clean” when it will leave behind such a dirty history and aftermath. The citizens of this province are not powerless. This project does not, indeed, make economic, environmental or legal sense. But, perhaps more importantly, it is morally wrong. It’s time to say enough is enough – and to say it quickly.
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Encouraging voters discouraged It’s on. The race to Canada’s 42nd federal election is officially underway. Many, we’re sure, are looking forward to casting their vote on Oct. 19. Many more, undoubtedly, are not. According to Elections Canada, more than 14.8 million people cast a ballot in the 2011 federal election, while 7.5 million did not. That’s more than votes received by any one party, including Harper’s 5.8 million-vote majority. More than a quarter of those who didn’t vote said they simply weren’t interested. Another 23 per cent said they were too busy, while 7.6 per cent said they didn’t like any of the candidates. This is a problem. Well, except maybe for the prime minister. Last year, the federal government amended the Elections Act, effectively stripping Elections Canada of its ability to promote voting.
The sections removed from the act had authorized the chief electoral officer to “make the electoral process better known to the public, particularly to those persons and groups most likely to experience difficulties in exercising their democratic rights.” This amendment, according to Conservative Minister of Democratic Reform Pierre Poilievre, was based on his party’s belief political candidates are better at inspiring voting than bureaucracies. Based on the prominent percentage of eligible voters who didn’t cast a ballot in 2011, it’s arguable neither Elections Canada nor candidates did a good job of inspiring the electorate. It is likely the early election start, with 78 days of campaigning instead of the more usual 36, will only end up putting off more potential voters. There appears to be a pattern here.
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The Observer asked: What’s your favourite way to stay cool during the hot summer weather?
Charles Hansford “Relax anywhere I can find shade.”
Shelley Heinrichs “Swimming at Blind Bay because the water is clean and the scenery is beautiful.”
Audrey Orchard “I live in Blind Bay, so I go to the lake out there.”
Kelson Wuttnee “Eat ice cream and use my mist bottle, while in the shade.”
Dave Letourneau “We’ve got a place on the lake so I would say jump in the lake.”
City asked Use water refill stations instead of plastic to stop cigar boats with noise bylaw Deals with big corporations hurting citizens I’m surprised you didn’t get a better response to the letters on bullet boats. Since other lakes have banned them we will get more here. I hope someone will take the initiative to form a committee with law enforcement officers to address a city bylaw change. I am unable to do that but I have done some research and I have found that there are legal regulations already in place. The federal regulation on Noise Reduction on Power-driven Vessels states that the muffler has to be in good working order, equipped with a muffler cut-out or bypass that cannot be changed easily while the boat is operational and the exhaust gases must be directed under water through the propeller hub or below the cavitations’ plate. The City of Salmon Arm should be able to add this to our noise bylaw. I was informed that in Kelowna, “the City and RDCO Noise bylaws also stipulate boats must have an exhaust system or they cannot even be launched. This is a $500 fine. An enforcement officer can direct any person that a vessel not be operated until it meets requirements under the regulations or act (i.e. have a muffling system). So we used that section as well as ticketing to get the message across. There was extensive media coverage which helped as well as more enforcement.” Education is also important as a lot of people, including enforcers, don’t know that this type of exhaust system is a legal offence. Whether this will stop speeding is another matter, but perhaps the ‘look at me’ factor will disappear. Ann Robertson
Regarding Tom Fletcher’s ‘Protest against Nestlé doesn’t hold water:’ My family took a trip to Arizona in March. All of the sites we stopped at which were operated by the National Parks Service had water bottle refilling stations. According to my Internet research, most other American national parks have recently installed water
bottle refill stations as well. My family just drove through Jasper, Banff, Yoho and Glacier national parks and we did not see a single refill station. We had to park outside of campgrounds and walk in to refill our bottles. I think the people of B.C. who are concerned about Nestlé bottling and selling our water should focus on lobbying all levels of gov-
ernment to install water bottle refill stations. Salmon Arm, for example, could use stations at the Ross Street parking lot and the Visitor Info Centre. If people get used to the idea there will always be a place to fill a bottle, then there is no need to purchase bottled water. Megan Brooke
Ms. Clark, Mr. Horgan: I am baffled by the deals B.C. (and for that matter the feds) are making with foreign corporations. It seems like we keep saying to them: “Please, take more, more. We don’t want those resources anyway, just take them. We
don’t want to offend you by maximizing local jobs and economies; every little scrap is plenty for us. We are ever so modest, just a little Third World colony, like we used to be. None of that nationalism we saw for a short time in the ’60s. That was an anomaly. Really, we’ll be good from now on. Just
take what you want, leave us a few crumbs, and that’s all we ask!” It may come as a surprise to you, but I don’t want to be a corporate colonial, nor do most Canadians I have spoken to. Eva Lyman
Lengthy election campaign to benefit Conservatives Why would Stephen Harper deliberately turn the 2015 federal election into one of the longest and most expensive in modern history? Because he is running scared and is counting on the insatiable self-interest of his government’s wealthy supporters, who will expect to be rewarded with even more financial perks in the future, to bankroll an extended Conservative propaganda blitz. His party has already amassed more funds than all the other parties combined and is convinced they can buy Harper another victory by outspend-
ing his opponents. The Tory campaign will try to distract voters from evaluating Harper’s dismal record of broken promises, despotic arrogance, fiscal mismanagement, cynical secrecy, tar-sand addiction, environmental ignorance, deficit budgets, terror fear-mongering and scandal-plagued appointments. A wise man once said, “Those who are capable of tyranny are capable of perjury to sustain it.” Do not be fooled by repetitive brainwashing-styled advertising, by misleading robocall-type deceptions, by callous personal
attack ads against opponents or by the new election rules jerry-rigged by that Machiavellian ministerial minion, Pierre Poilievre. The sooner Harper’s Hole-in-the-Budget Gang is sent packing, the better it will be for the majority of Canadians – and the safer it will be for Canada’s democratic institutions. Hold your nose if you must, but please consider voting for whichever candidate has the best chance of defeating a Harper Conservative! Lloyd Atkins
Request for stories promoting peace, understanding It seems most Canadians spend so much time making a living, they have little time or energy for making a life. Nevertheless, opportunity knocks; on the horizon, we see real achievable hope. In 2014, President Obama reasoned, 50 years of punishing Cuba bore no fruit. So he suggested, “give diplomacy a try,” and now we are witnessing positive results. Similarly with Iran: six major powers – U.S., Britain, France, Germany, Russia, and China have signed an agreement, July 14, 2015, which welcomes them back into the international community. A historic first, peace rather than war. We could do similarly right here in our own backyard. Hundreds of years of punishing
Canada’s indigenous people using European ideology of straight-line thinking, has resulted in a catastrophe of epic proportion: i.e. Having to admit that Canadians, and/or our representatives, have been practising cultural genocide. Justice Murray Sinclair, of the Truth and Reconciliation commission, has given 94 proposals to address this injustice. The MacQuarrie Institute proposes an initiative which would see us build Canada a second time. Starting back at the 1764 Treaty of Niagara, and Wampum belt agreement. This time circle thinking would be used to address the 94 proposals. Every Canadian is encouraged to partici-
pate in this venture, Together, we can critique each other’s research and proposals, share discoveries of societies and systems which are already living together in peace and harmony, and build on that which holds promise of fulfilling our dreams for a better future; i.e. building a society where there is a level playing field for everybody. Action: Send us your personal/community stories, which promote peace and understanding among all cultures. Stories which you are witness to, or part of, and we will gather them together to share on social media. We will tell the world. Peace, Dan MacQuarrie
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Cadets need new home OBSERVER STAFF
Two youth groups have about five weeks to find a new home. On June 23, Rocky Mountain Rangers Army Cadets and 222 Shuswap Squadron Air Cadets were given notice that South Canoe school, their meeting place for the past eight years, would no longer be available. “At that time, cadet programs had wrapped up for the year and commanding officers for the army and air cadets headed off to camp to work for the summer,” says Shelley Geier, chairperson of the 222 Shuswap Air Cadet Sponsoring Committee. “Also, anyone who is in a position at the school board office to extend our lease, or members of the community who have appropriate rental properties are on holidays.” Prior to September 2007, both cadet groups had met at the Drill Hall at 441 Third St. SW (now the Salvation Army’s homeless shelter) until the Department of National Defence considered it surplus and sold it. The cadet program is run by a partnership between the Department of National Defence and the civilian Air, Army and Sea Cadet Leagues of Canada. “Although the Department of National Defence provides funding to complete mandatory training related to the cadet program, our Sponsoring Committees, a group of dedicated parents and volunteers run under the direction of the Air and Army Cadet Leagues, must fundraise for the costs of renting a training facility, extracurricular activities, equipment, and for air cadets supporting the provincial gliding and power flying programs,” Geier says. Cadets are not members of the Canadian Armed Forces, nor are they expected to join the military. While cadets are introduced to sea, army and/or air ac-
tivities of the Canadian Armed Forces and certain traditions, they are also introduced to many other career choices that are available to them. The cadet program is one of the largest and longest federally-sponsored youth programs in Canada. There have been Army cadet corps dating back to the late 1800s with 55,000 youth currently involved in the national program open to all young Canadians aged 12 to 18 who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities. The purpose of the program is to develop in youth the attributes of leadership, engaged and active citizenship, and physical fitness, all within an environment that stimulates an interest in the sea, army and air activities of the Canadian Armed Forces. In Salmon Arm, the local army cadets held
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Wilson reaffirmed as Neskonlith chief By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
Chief Judy Wilson remains chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band. An election was held on Thursday, July 30, where Wilson garnered more votes than her two contenders. Although a band election was held in January of this year, an adjudicator had ruled
in June another election had to be held, following an appeal from a band member. In the January election, Wilson was reelected to her third term, along with incumbents Art Anthony, Karen R. August and Joan Manuel-Hooper, as well as newcomer Fay Ginther. Louis Thomas was acclaimed as councillor for Salmon Arm.
In last week’s election, Wilson was returned, as well as Ginther, Manuel-Hooper and Anthony. Newly elected was Duane Manuel. August was not returned to council this time. Louis Thomas remains as councillor for Salmon Arm. Swearing-in ceremonies were held on Friday, July 31. “Membership made
clear decisions in this election,” stated Chief Wilson in a news release. “Council challenges for the upcoming term are addressing administrative gaps in programs and services, communications, diversifying sustainable economic development opportunities and dealing with the highway development through Secwepemc territory and reserve lands.”
Chief Judy Wilson NESKONLITH She said the Neskonlith Council plans to
meet with membership directly to gain clarity on issues or concerns and, most importantly, input towards moving the community forward. Electoral officer Bruce Mack told the Observer in June, when the new election was announced, that in the Neskonlith election code, a person is ineligible to run for band council if they have
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The B.C. Elks Association is seeking the city’s support to broaden its community offerings at Camp Elkcanoe. At its last meeting,
Nancy Cooper MAYOR Salmon Arm council received a letter from BC Elks Recreation Camp Society director Ron Reddecliff. In it, Reddecliff asks that council consider expanding the lease with the Elks for the city-owned property at 4290 Canoe Beach Drive, the home of Camp Elkcanoe. “They’re looking to expand what they
do there,” said Mayor Nancy Cooper, explaining the Elks are looking to open the camp up to the public for such things as weddings, birthdays, family gatherings, etc. The current lease requires the Elks to use the property solely as a children’s camp. But Reddecliff explains operating costs totalling more than $35,000 annually along with the camp currently not meeting expectations and objectives in terms of usage, has necessitated a push to help subsidize operational costs. In turn, he says, this would help the Elks continue to provide camping facilities for children. “One of the primary objectives of our society is to ‘operate a nonprofit organization for the purposes of providing recreational facilities for underprivileged persons, handicapped persons and youth groups…,” writes Reddecliff. “The emphasis… is and will con-
More lightning strikes forecast By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
A suspected lightning holdover popped up Monday morning near Woods Landing about 15 kilometres south of Seymour Arm. Fire information officer Melissa Klassen said the holdover fire was likely from a storm that moved through the area two weeks ago. The wildfire grew to 50 by 20 metres and was mostly rank 1, which is a smouldering ground fire producing
a bit of smoke. Klassen says there was some rank 2 action (a bit of open flame) where the fire was burning in heavy timber. Four firefighters were dispatched to fight the fire, which was fully contained as of Monday morning. Environment Canada’s forecast for this week includes showers, precipitation that was expected to be accompanied by lightning.
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The ladies of the Soldiers’ Comfort Club, Kamloops wish to thank all those residents of Seymour Arm and vicinity who helped to make the recent dance in aid of funds of the above club such a success.
1925
Fire hazards have been increasing day by day during the last while, and many large outbreaks have been reported. The country around Salmon Arm is enveloped in smoke and men are being conscripted at all points to go fire fighting.
1935
This week’s issue of The Stavely Advertiser, Alberta, is in much demand. In it Wilson Kew has an almost photographic report on a nudist bathing scene which occurred near there, but from all accounts we need not go so far from home to find such scenes.
1945
It was not exactly manna from heaven: it was a three-and-a-half-pound fish that dropped at the feet of Mrs. Thomas Kernaghan. Mrs. Kernaghan was walking down Merton Hill when a large hawk with something clutched in its talons flew overhead. Suddenly Mrs. Kernaghan was startled to see an object strike the electric wires above her and fall to the ground at her feet. The fish was still struggling when it hit the ground but it had been badly lacerated by the hawk’s claws. The disappointed bird circled a few times, then gave up and went off in search of another fish swimming too close to the lake’s surface.
1955
In a non-stop operation, the concrete walls for Salmon Arm’s new swimming pool, which is being built on the city hall grounds, were poured on Friday and Saturday. The job required 50 cubic yards of concrete and took 350 sacks of cement. Using a small mixer, work on the walls began at nine o’clock on Friday morning and continued without a break until the last barrow load was poured about four o’clock on Saturday afternoon. The work was done under the supervision of Tom Calvert by a group of volunteers, who took only brief breaks for meals during the 31 hours it took to complete the job.
Summer in the Shuswap Clockwise from top, Cameron Booth slowly walks along an 80-foot-long slackline, which he set up at Canoe Beach on Friday, July 31. Marty Prosser and his daughter Breanne have a blast as they slide down the Whiplash waterside at the Salmon Arm Waterslides & RV Park on Saturday, Aug. 1. Jack and Brayden Chambers get lost together as they navigate the corn maze at DeMille’s Farm Market on Sunday, Aug. 2. EVAN BUHLER/OBSERVER
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Head coach of the Salmon Arm Secondary senior Golds basketball team, Rhys Waters explains a passing drill to the players at the Hoops are Hot basketball camp at the Sullivan campus on Monday, Aug. 3. More than 35 basketball players between the grades of seven to 12 are attending the annual five-day camp.
Sign up for summer fun Help your kids burn off some energy at the Epic Sports Academy, Aug. 17 to 21 at Shuswap Middle School. The camp is open to girls and boys ages seven to 12. The camp allows kids to learn and improve their skills in volleyball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football, softball, track and field, badminton, karate and ringette. Call 250-503-6661, email nick10@telus.net, or go to: www.epic-sports-academy.com.
Join the ’Backs at city hall The Salmon Arm Silverbacks are extending an invitation to the entire community for the club’s fourth annual town hall meeting and volunteer drive Tuesday, Aug. 18 at Salmon Arm City Hall. Fans are invited to interact with players and staff and to take part in a charity barbeque and fun activities, including a dunk tank, from 5 to 7 p.m. All funds raised will benefit the Silverbacks scholarship fund.
Hit the links for charity The Shuswap Hospital Foundation will be hosting the inaugural Charity Open at the Shuswap Lake Estates Golf and Country Club on Saturday, Aug. 29. The event costs $250 per golfer and includes an 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.
First hole-in-one Congratulations to John Parton for getting a hole-in-one at the Summer Best Ball Tournament on the par 3, 17th hole at the Salmon Arm Golf Club on July 26.
Billet families needed The Silverbacks are seeking energetic and caring fans to become billet families for their student athletes. Without the help of billet families, the players would not be able to play for the team. As a billet family, you play an important role. By opening your home to the players, you provide them with a stable and secure home-away-fromhome. There are many long-lasting friendships that develop between players and billets. If you are interested in becoming a billet, email Evelyn Cook at: ecookie13@telus.net, or contact her directly by calling 250-832-5232. Have a sports event? Write to us at:
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Passion fuels reffing excellence By Evan Buhler OBSErvEr STAFF
For most kids, school doesn’t start until Sept. 8, but Clayton Thielman will be back in class starting next week. Thielman will be heading to Osoyoos for the five-day BC Hockey Summer Officiating School starting on Aug. 8. “I am really looking forward to the experience and learning how to improve the way I impact the game as a ref,” says the 16-yearold Thielman. The camp will be operated by experienced BC Hockey Officiating Program personnel as well as NHL and AHL experienced refs. Thielman grew up playing hockey and has been part of minor hockey, suiting up for the North Okanagan Knights, since he was five. Last year was his first year dawning the trademark stripes of referees. He took to it like a fish to water.
“It all came to me pretty naturally, I think because I have been around the game for so many years and I know the game well, it was easy to pick up.” Staying out of the way of the play and learning the positioning was the most difficult aspect to pick up in his first year as a ref, admits Thielman. He says his passion for hockey was the driving force behind becoming an official. “I want to be around hockey as much as possible, I love the sport, and it was also a way to make some money,” Thielman says with a smirk. He credits the North Okanagan head ref, Mark McMahon, with helping him through his first year. McMahon is also responsible for funding Thielman’s expenses to attend the reffing camp. The camp will consist of on-ice and office training throughout the five days, and be devoted entirely to Hockey Canada Offici-
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Making the call: Clayton Thielman is heading to Osoyoos for the five-day BC Hockey Summer Officiating School on Aug. 8. ating Program (HCOP) material. The HCOP certification exam will be administered on the final day of camp to provide certification. As a Level 1 official, Thielman has reffed all age groups up to the midget level, but could not ref rep games or the playoffs. He is looking for that to change after the camp. At the end of the camp Thielman ex-
pects he will be a Level 2 official. At 16, Thielman is playing in the midget level for the North Okanagan Knights, usually as a centreman, and says reffing has helped him in his game as a player. He says as a ref you quickly learn what an official goes through during the course of a game. “I always respected the refs before, but now I know what their
thought process could be, and you learn how to better deal with the refs.” He also had to learn to balance both reffing and playing, often finishing a game or practice, then suiting up 10 minutes later to ref. Thielman says he would ultimately like to pursue hockey as far as he can, but he admits that a career as an official would be a safe fallback if his hockey career doesn’t pan out.
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Sockeyes remain on podium The Sockeyes faced tough competition two weeks ago as they competed with teams from the Vancouver and Okanagan regions in Penticton. Aggregates were awarded to the top point scorers in each division. In division 2 girls, Abby Bushell won bronze. On the boys’ side, Eric Moore finished first and Sam Calkins placed third. In division 3, Julianne Moore won gold for the girls, while Rowan Trow won silver for the boys. Stephen Moore placed third in division four boys. Emma Levins placed third in division 5 girls
and Tricia Fair earned first in a competitive division 6 girls. Matthew Nesdoly won bronze in division 6 boys. In division 7, ElizaJane Kitchen won gold and Brayden Gilliam earned bronze. The boys’ team placed first in their category while the girls were fourth. Overall the Sockeyes placed third. The Sockeyes now shift their focus to regionals being held in Kamloops next week, where swimmers will compete for the opportunity to represent the Okanagan Region at provincials being held in Victoria at the end of August.
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Pushing forward: The Sockeyes Abby Bushell competes in the
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Courvas cruise into semis For the fourth year in a row, Courvas will take on Turn-Key Controls in the semifinals of the North Okanagan Men’s Soccer League playdowns. The number-two seeded Courvas met their city rivals, Salmon Arm Outlaws, in the quarterfinals and easily cruised to a 9-2 victory, booking a spot in the final four. Turn-Key defeated the Monashees, scoring seven and picking up a clean sheet in the process. On the other half of the draw, Salmon Arm’s Eagle Homes Nation of Domination, the league’s fifth-seed, hosted Revelstoke and dumped the fourthranked Stallions 4-1. Meeting the Nation of Domination in the other semifinal will be the regular season’s top
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): A teenager, friend or lover requires some guidance but avoid rushing in and messing up a sensitive situation. More patience is needed, if you want to help – rather than hinder. And sometimes you just have to step back and let loved ones make their own mistakes in their own individual way. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get set for a turbulent week as Venus [your ruling planet] hooks up with prosperity planet Jupiter – and then squares sombre Saturn. So a piece of good luck could fall into your lap – followed by the realisation that you’ll have to work very hard to maintain it. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You start the week well with a novel idea or an ingenious plan, but the planets also stir up your restless Gemini nature and shorten your [already limited] attention span. Superficial chit-chat won’t be appreciated on Thursday so don’t skim over the surface when communicating with others. Take the time to dig a lot deeper. CANCER (June 21-July 22): This week, with so many planets in your money zone, all types of business projects are highlighted. Jupiter blesses financial forays, but retro Venus cautions you to resist the urge to overvalue things. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Lions love luxury and often charm their way out of doing menial chores. But with Venus reversing through Leo [until September 6] your Cat charisma may not work on others ATM – no matter how hard you try. So it would be better to just roll your sleeves up and do the routine jobs that need to be done – without complaining! VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You love to help others and feel useful – especially this week A friend or family member may be drawn to you for emotional comfort and practical support and you’re in the mood to listen, as you offer Virgo advice that is sensible and sensitive. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): With Venus in retro mode, life is difficult for many love-obsessed Librans ATM. Relationships are rocky and, if you’re single, your soul mate seems to be permanently delayed! So it’s important
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Canned Heat still sizzles thought I’d still be playing at this age,” says de la Parra whose book Living the Blues is a no-holdsbarred chronicle of the band’s wild days – and ways. Old jazz blues and country fans, Alan Wilson and Bob Hite started Canned Heat in 1965, taking the name from Canned Heat Blues, a 1928 song referring to Sterno and its jellied alcohol that burns in its own small can and was used for cooking on camping trips. “During prohibition, when booze was illegal, many poor southern blacks bought the cheap canned fuel, dumped the jelly in a sock and wrung the alcohol from it,” writes de la Parra in his book. The alcohol was mixed with pop and the poisonous concoction could ‘put the drinker away’ for hours,” make them go blind or kill them. “That was a risk they often knew they were taking, making it the drink of the desperate,” writes de la Parra. “If you had to turn to canned heat for relief, you were deep in the blues.” Being a voice for the poor and disenfranchised has always been at the heart of the band. De la Parra says the band, which
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The legendary sizzle remains and so do their views on the establishment and environment. One of the hottest protest bands of the 1960s, Canned Heat is Going up the Country to the Roots and Blues Festival. And they’re bringing their fiery brand of boogie blues with them. Led from the back by iconic drummer and guardian-of-theflame, Adolfo ‘Fito’ de La Parra, the rhythm section is given further pedigree by ’60s bassist Larry ‘The Mole’ Taylor. On lead vocals and harp, it’s New Orleans legend Dale Spalding, while John ‘JP’ Paulus covers guitar duties for Woodstock-era band member Harvey ‘The Snake’ Mandel (as he recovers from recent health issues). The band scored three worldwide hits with On the Road Again, Let’s Work Together and Going up the Country, tunes that became rock anthems and were later adopted as the unofficial theme song for Woodstock, the film. “We’re getting great reactions, which is amazing because I never
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Hot sounds: Talented members of one of the best hippie bands of the 1960s, Canned Heat brings their legendary boogie blues to the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, which is running Aug. 14 to 17. played to 400,000 young people in 1969, in the three days of ‘peace and music’ that was Woodstock, has always been pro-justice, keeping all the ideals expressed in the anti-war, anti-establishment 1960s – often landing Canned Heat into hot water. “A lot of people betrayed those ideals and became even more conservative than their parents,” he says, pointing out a new CD, Revolution, is a compilation of the anti-establishment songs the band has recorded throughout the past 50 years. De la Parra maintains Canned Heat was the first to join the environmental movement, before Greenpeace and other groups became popular. “That’s what (1970 album) Future Blues was about,” says de la Parra, noting the album cover shows men on the moon, holding an upside-down American flag, signifying how the earth was al-
ready becoming polluted at the hands of powerful corporations. “When we were doing it, a lone blues band, being an environmentalist was akin to being a communist.” The only signs the boogie blues band is slowing down is in the nightmare that travel has become, laughs de la Parra, noting it is one of the reasons the world-wide travellers like to come to Canada. “As a rule, whenever I come to Canada, I find it more peaceful, more relaxed,” he says. On-stage, the energy has never flagged. “We play for free, but what we charge for is to get there,” he says. “The best part of being on the road is the hour on stage when we are in communion with people, making them feel good, It’s a wonderful experience.” De la Parra has a theory that, unlike athletes who reach an age when they can no longer compete,
musicians, like fine wine, just keep getting better. And while pop culture sells youth and good looks, roots and blues musicians become more interesting. Grateful for the large audiences the band commands, de la Parra is also thrilled that many young Canned Heat fans are enjoying the vibe. “I shake a lot of hands under 30 years old; many have older sisters and brothers who know us,” he says, amazed that in many audiences, some 30 to 40 per cent were not even alive when the band was born. Catch the hot boogie blues when Canned Heat performs Saturday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. on the main stage, Sunday at 2:45 and 4:15 on the Blues Stage and 8 p.m. at the Boogie Bar’N. Get your tickets at www.rootsandblues.ca, by calling 250-8334096 or by dropping in at the office at 490 Fifth Ave. SW.
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Larger than life: This large marionette is one of artist Elizabeth Warner’s creations that is on display at Marionette Winery located at 2540 40th St. NE as part of the The Shuswap District Arts Council’s annual Culture Crawl.
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Salmon Arm is the place to crawl this week as the art scene spreads across the city. The Shuswap and District Arts Council’s annual Culture Crawl began Aug. 1, with 30 local businesses providing their space for mini art displays. A little farther afield at Marionette Winery is the work of a 23-yearold puppet-maker. A graduate of Thompson Rivers University and Kamloops Art Gallery art instructor, tour guide and gallery attendant, Elizabeth Warner has been intrigued with marionettes for a very long time. “My father had a few (marionettes) and did shows and I loved how they moved,” she says. “They’re not like people but they reference how people move and act. But it becomes its own thing.” Warner tried to make her own marionettes from the time she was seven or eight, but says they weren’t very successful. In her third year of university, she began to play with them, fashioning them out of basswood. “I hadn’t done a lot of carving, which gave me a lot less freedom than clay,” she says.
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Simulating life: Aside from commissioned work, artist Elizabeth Warner creates her intricate marionettes for display rather than performance. “But I liked how it made them turn out, even though it was different than what I envisioned.” Warner began using clay and likes the detail and how she can get them closer to how she envisions them. Her favourite creations are complex ones such as fourlegged animals that require more strings and perform more particular movements. Warner enjoys making her marionettes either for display or for others to play with. “I am interested in operating them, not as a performer, but more to see what they can do,” she says. “I had
one fellow in England and he made a film which went to a film festival in Athens. It’s neat to see where they go.” Another buyer in Manhattan rented her marionettes and did street performances. Warner claims hers are part of a body of work that she would like to see exhibited in other galleries. For example, Little Ties is an adaptation from her grad show work, a display that looks at the puppets as objects instead of performers. “I have a seven-foot puppet at the winery,” she says, noting it took two weeks of long days
to make, while most other small ones require about eight hours of labour. Warner’s puppets are based on people she knows, people dressed in certain clothing, memories she has, their facial expressions or maybe their hair. Warner accepts commissions, which can be requested at www.etsy. com/ca/shop/shuswapstrings. Visit the many businesses located on Hudson Avenue, Shuswap Street, Alexander Street and at the Ross Street Plaza. Walking maps for the self-guided tour are available at the art gallery or visitors’ centre.
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Friday, July 24. Clark will perform at R.J. Haney Heritage Village’s Antique Car Show on Sunday, as will Pheonix Goldsmith and Abe Zacharias.
Antique autos on display Sunday Automobiles have captured attention and even devotion since the late 1800s. And fans of antique cars can get their fix at Haney Heritage Village and Museum’s 16th Annual Classic Antique Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 9. The popular event features more than 100 classic and antique automobiles on display throughout the village. “This car show is fun for the whole family and has become a favourite among car collectors, fans and spectators from far and wide,” says village manager Susan Mackie. “If you are interested in displaying your vehicle, free registration is from 8 to 10 a.m. Registered cars and trucks will receive a commemorative car show ribbon to display and have the opportunity to win in the People’s Choice Awards. Attendees can pick up ballots in the museum to vote for their favourite vehicles in the People’s Choice categories that include: Antique pre 1916, Vintage Pre 1942, AmericanStock Only to 1969, American Stock Only 1970 and up, Modified (Hot Rods and Custom) and Foreign. First- and secondplace ribbons will be awarded in each class. People’s balloting will
close at 1 p.m. with ribbons awarded at 1:30. Visitors to the show will enjoy the smooth country gospel sounds of award-winning vocalist Abe Zacharias. Zacharias has recorded 13 albums of which almost all are of original content. In 1997 he became a member of the Country Gospel Music Association, was nominated for the Silver Heart Award for Male Vocalist of the Year and won the titles for the Northwest Region in both the United States and Canada. Returning to the
Car Show is young local musician Phoenix Goldsmith, on his red Fender bass, alongside his mentor Peter Clark. The duo has selected material to complement the car show including a repertoire from the ’60s “surf and drag” era (The Ventures and The Shadows), classic tunes from the Jazz age, and even the occasional tune from the 1970s. Gate admission is $7 for adults, $4 for children ages five to 12 and free for children four and under. Start your day at the
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Serious lyrics set to joyful rhythms By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Like a velvet hammer, Kenyan born Naomi Wachira delivers deep, introspective lyrics against a backdrop of joyful African rhythms. “Sometimes it can be heavy emotions like setting the deepness of life against a background of something so joyful,” says the talented songstress who calls Seattle and the small African town of Kijabe home. “Life is a balance of sorrow and joy.” Wachira says she has always wanted to be a voice and presence for people, something she believes is an innate part of her personality but also something she learned from her late pastor/businessman father who, despite his prominence in Kijabe, cared deeply for the rights of others. “He was true to his faith. He really believed in the gospel in a more loving way and tried to emulate what he believed.” Wachira says she honed her songwriting skills during her years at boarding school, where she nurtured her introspective and observant nature. While she says it’s amazing to be able to call two places home,
Wachira says there is a huge difference in how people think and what they value and that it always takes a week in Africa to get away from her American way of thinking. “Africa has a more community based way of life, while in America, time is everything,” she says. “When I go home, time is almost irrelevant and it takes time to adjust the focus onto people.” Agreeable to being described as a musical activist, Wachira says whether in Africa or America, a lot of her music is about society and comes from a place of hope – “how I hope we treat each other, how we deal with trauma and time becomes part of the equation. Where do you want to put your energy?” While in Germany recently, Wachira wrote a song inspired by the drowning of so many African migrants trying to get to Europe. “We take so much for granted and I wanted to write a song about having to pay such a high price for a better way of life,” she says, noting that today’s instant, electronic communication can lead to an overload of the many bad things in the world. “You have to keep a balance: be aware of
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Liam is very happy to welcome his new baby brother, Easton Roderick at 6:50 pm on Tuesday May 5, 2015. Weighing 7 lbs 3 oz. Proud parents are Bill and Tanya. Grandparents Shannon and the late Rod McConnell, Lorne and Terri Pettigrew and Great Grandma Shirley McConell.
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Musical activist: Naomi Wachira sings songs of life, the good, the bad and the ugly, from a place of hope. what’s happening in the world around you but be thankful and grateful.” Wachira, who was named Best Folk Singer in Seattle by Seattle Weekly, will appear on the Shade Stage Friday at 4:15 p.m. and at the Boogie Bar’n stage at 6:30 and at the Shade Stage Saturday at 12:20 p.m. She is also taking part in the Aug. 13 festival Music Crawl.
Music Crawl Revisit the Salmon Arm Folk Music Society’s coffee house roots by attending a series of intimate performances in downtown restaurants and pubs on Thursday, Aug. 13. Venues include:
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• Blue Canoe – Peter Lawren Clarke at 7:45 p.m. and Tom Walbank at 9:15. • Wicked Spoon – Jordan Dean at 7 p.m., Brent Parkin at 8:15 and Jesse Mast at 9:30. • Shuswap Chefs – Kat Danser at 6:30 p.m., Jordan Dick Trio at 7:45. • Shuswap Pie Co. – Dolly Vardens at 5:30
p.m., Seal Skull Hammer at 6:30. • Hideaway Pub – Crown the Guilty at 8 p.m., Salmon Armenians at 9. • Shuswap Theatre – Red Tail Ring at 7:30 p.m., Naomi Wachira at 8:40 p.m. and Magpie Ulysses & James Lamb at 9:30. • Ross Street Stage – Bastet at 7 p.m.
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Kinslee and Drayton are happy to welcome their baby sister Paislee Christine at 1:21 am, Tuesday May 19. 7 lbs, 9 oz. Congratulations Stephen & Courtney, Grandparents Maureen & Wesley Toews, Ken and Katherine Merrells, Great Grandma Shirley McConell and the late Mary Toews.
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LAITINEN, EILA JOSEPHINE April 29, 1931 - July 29, 2015 Mom, you did it you finally made the Obituaries! You always flipped to the Obituaries first in the papers, and although your family is profoundly sorry to have to write this, we are also happy that you are at peace. Eila grew up in Glenden, where, as a girl, she loved to share pies cooling on the window pane with her dog, and was a crack shot at downsizing the squirrel population. She also showed early potential as a wheeler-dealer, once trading a bicycle for a pump organ. She also liked to take walks in the forest behind her house, and having the occasional tea party there. After high school, her family moved to Salmon Arm from Gleneden and she started working as a secretary at the Salmon Arm Farmers Exchange, doing everything from shorthand, to working in the ice cream parlor, to flicking paper clips from the second floor on unsuspecting pedestrians on Saturday nights, and listening to her boss curse about coloured toilet paper. In 1953, she married Gus, the love of her life, and settled down to life back in Gleneden as a farm wife and mother. She was also active in the community, serving as secretary for the Women’s Club, and a member of the Better Years Club. After Gus passed away in 1979, Mom volunteered for 17 years at the CMHA Thrift Shop, where she scored many bargains, and enjoyed going for coffee and lunch with friends. As she settled down into retirement, she would putter away at home, tending to the flowers on her deck, drawing portraits of her grandchildren (and winning prizes at the Fall Fair), and showing her prowess at Rummikub. Eila is predeceased by her mother and father, Fiina and Jacob Mack, her brothers and sisters, and her husband Gus. She leaves behind her children Karen (Lud), Kevin (Lynda), and Jim; grandchildren Michelle (Dan), Jenny (Cam), Nick (Fiona), Amy, Krissy, and Kyle; and great-grandchildren Liam and Nolan. At her request, there will be no service. Many thanks to Dr. Skubiak and Dr. Main, and thanks beyond all measure to the Nursing staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, who were the most graceful of guides on her final journey. In lieu of flowers, as Mom liked to practice, please hug someone you love, and be kind to others. Online condolences may be sent through Eila’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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RABOCH, MARGARET MAIA It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret (Peggy) Maia Raboch. She passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Saturday, July 25th at Parkview Place in Enderby. Peggy was born in Nelson on December 22nd, 1923. She was predeceased by her parents, Jenny and Lancelot Lowes of Grindrod; her siblings, David Lowes, and Isabel Peterson (Lowes); her son, Ronald (Ron) Davy; her niece, Laurie Peterson; and her step-daughter, Lorali Sanjenko (Raboch). Peggy grew up and lived her early years in Grindrod. She graduated from high school in Enderby, and then went to Normal School in Vancouver for her teacher’s training. She married Keith Davy in 1943 and they purchased a farm in Mara and had two children, Lynne and Ron. She travelled with her young family for work in logging camps all over the interior, making good use of her strength and ability to do anything and handle whatever came her way. She later taught school in Mara, and then in Salmon Arm and is fondly remembered by many former students. She married her husband Alvin Raboch in 1978. She was a constant and loving companion to Alvin, travelling with him and supporting him in every way in his log-buying business. After retiring from teaching, she took charge of the book-keeping of their family business. She is well remembered by friends and family for her kind, caring, and gentle nature. Peggy lives on in the memory of her husband, Alvin Raboch; her brother, Jamie (Lorrie) Lowes; her daughter, Lynne Fulton (Davy); her daughterin-law, Ann Yahn; her step-daughters, Shelley (Lyle) Sanjenko and Cindy (Tom) Ferguson; her grandchildren, Jordie (Rebecca) and Kayla Fulton (Lynne’s children); Megan (Keihin) and Kiel Davy (Ron’s children); Aubrey & Micah Sanjenko (Shelley’s children); Jeremy (Sheryl), Hanna (Ryan) and Bethany Sanjenko (Lorali’s children); Jocelyn (Cindy’s daughter); and great-grandchildren, Jonathan Fulton (Jordie), Colton & Caitlynn Sanjenko (Jeremy), Dylan & Carter Mickey (Hanna). The family would like to thank the staff of Parkview Place in Enderby for the compassion and care shown to Peggy during her final years there. An intimate family service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services in Armstrong, B.C., for which the family would like to send out a special thank you to Brittnie Olsen for her exceptional kindness and thoughtful attention to detail.
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BUSY dental office in SA looking for receptionist 4 days/wk. Please email resume and cover letter or inquiries to shuswapdentist@gmail.com
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FARM & RESIDENTIAL FENCING. 30 YRS Exp. Serving the Thompson/Okanagan area. Fawndale Farms Ltd. 250-679-2813 fawndalefarms@gmail.com
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Please submit your resume, cover letter and a copy of all current tickets/ certificates to the Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council Office: 1632 St. Georges Road, PO Box 430, Lytton, B.C V0K 1Z0 Fax: (250) 455-2565 Email – nlakapamux@nntc.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: Kevin Bolen, Funeral Director
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Misc. for Sale
Housesitting
WANTED a good home for a energetic Great Pyrenees spayed female, super friendly (250)832-9193
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RESPONSIBLE 24yr. old woman offering plant care & house sitting services. Have experience watering gardens & potted plants. References available upon request. Call (250)832-0916
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.
Homes for Rent
Merchandise for Sale
Auctions BUD HAYNES & Ward’s Firearms Auction. Sat., Aug. 29, 10 a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. Estate Stan Andruski of Manitoba. Website catalogue w/pictures online. To consign phone Linda 403597-1095 or 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.WardsAuctions.com.
Farm Equipment Tycrop Irrigation reel 120mm x 400m gas engine nelson sr 150 $17,500; 1988 International dump truck 444 15spd $7,500; 544B JD loader bucket exten. for shaving $12,500, 21/4 mile wheel lines 5�x6’ $2,500ea 250-308-8121
Fruit & Vegetables STRAWBERRIES, raspberries, avail. till end of Sept. (250)832-5398 2250 40St SE
Garage Sales MOVING Sale, Aug. 8 & 9 8-4. Tools, lawnmower, furn. hhld items. 2513 Parkview Pl. MULTI family sale Blind Bay 2477 Golf Course Dr, Sat Aug 8, 8-3, some children’s items SALMON Arm 450 2nd St. SE Sat Aug 8, 8-2. Lg selection of kids toys, crafts, bikes, microwave, rowing machine, household items etc. Rain or shine.
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 $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale CLEAR PLASTIC TARPS, approx. 40’x40’, $25.00/tarp, Days (250)835-4541 Evenings/Weekends (250)833-2118
Misc. Wanted WANTED: Free fill, not too rocky, not too much. (250)832-6765
Real Estate Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES
HILLCREST Acreage for rent. 2 blocks from Hillcrest Elementary. 2 bed, 2 bath & office, finished bsmt, 2 car garage. Available immediately. Call Scott(250)804-7937 Sicamous. 1 yr. lease, 4 bdrm., 2 baths. Avail Sept 1 $1150/mo. inc., heat. NP, 1604-943-7928 or 1-604-3156944.
Transportation
Cars - Domestic
(250)832-8766
1928 Ford pick up, T-bucket 350-V8, auto, everything chromed, oak dash, headers, new tires, needs some work; $16,000 (250)832-0560
Rentals
1984 Cadillac Eldorado Britz. 2 dr hardtop, sun roof, stainless steel roof, runs exc. Take small camper in trade. 54,500 $4500 obo (250)833-4860
Best rate 5yr-2.69%OAC
Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca Rates Consistently better than banks
Toll free 1-800-658-2345
Apt/Condo for Rent
Boats
1/Bdrm across from City Hall. Adults, N/S, No pets. Ref’s required. $710/mo. Call 250-833-0420 after 6pm.
12�ft Lund 5hp mercury engine & accessories $1000.00 (250)835-4599
BRIGHT 1 bdrm apt. available immediately. Central location. 45+. $725/mo. Phone 250832-6490 Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartment Close to town, family owned & operated. Includes F/S, DW, A/C, H/W NS, NP. Mature adult preferred. Available Aug. 1st $850/mo (250) 803-1694
Cottages / Cabins
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2BDRM cabin in Blind Bay across the road to a rocky beach, adults only, $1100/wk. (250)833-6049
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Pets
Pets
PET GROOMING With Michelle
Monday to Friday
All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs
Appointments necessary. 271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604
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ORCHARDS
CARPENTRY
Peterson ) ) Orchards
Helm’s Deep Finishing Eco-building Decks Repairs and More!
Laura’s Homemade Pies Serving Salmon Arm and Area
250.833.5688
Licensed Builders • Free Estimates • Full Warranties
CLEANING
Apricots & Plums
Phone to Order or Drop In www.a-l-petersonorchards.ca
4 km North on 30th St. NE • 5690 35th St. NE Phone 832-4155 or 832-1347
OVERHEAD DOORS
Fresh as Roses Angela’s Cleaning Service
250-804-6043 angelaroypink@gmail.com
Call Brad Reimer
• ICBC Repairs • Glass Replacement • Painting • Sand Blasting • Private Insurance Repairs • Frame Straightening
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42nd St SW
St SW
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Salmon Arm FRAME & BODY SHOP
• Fischer’s Funeral Home • Ben’s Towing
250-832-8947
MINUTE MUFFLER & MAINTENANCE 250-832-8064
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Mufflers Brakes Shocks Complete Automotive Repairs
Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:00 Gre Cu at Cof p of fee !!!
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It’s Our Duty to Your Car! Since 1978
Helping the Environment! all used oil & filters are sent out for recycling
FENCING “Serving the North Okanagan and Shuswap”
Pro -Tek Fence • Chain link • Ornamental • all welded COnstruCtiOn • Barrier Gates • spOrt COurts and nettinG • handrail
6231 hwy. 97a, enderby B.C phone: 250-351-0514 • email: pro_tek.fence@yahoo.ca
HYDRO EXCAVATING 24 Hour Service Rob Stunzi cell: 250-253-2829
410-5th Street SW
250-253-6844
• 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
www.bigironhydrovac.ca
Phone: Cell:
250 675-0025 778-220-2776
Norbert Lazarus • Email: norbertlazarus@gmail.com
SAND & GRAVEL
• Gravel Sales & Delivery • Topsoil & Landscape Rock • Road Building & Site Prep • Lowbedding in Local Area • Excavating 440 - 60th St. SE, Salmon Arm
250-832-3816
WILDLIFE CONTROL Call Mike 250-306-2148
Critter Catchers Wildlife Removal Specialists Raccoons/ Skunks/ Beaver/ Squirrels
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Wood Heat Services
• Fully Insured • Chimney Sweep • Stove Installs & Maintenance • WETT Inspections Call Robert Babakaiff 250-803-2168 Salmon Arm
Your German Painter -M More than 35 as Ye ar s te Experience in al
ZAPPONE BROS. CONTRACTING
Quality installations since 1990 Call for your free estimate No jobs too small!
1291 TCH SW Salmon Arm salmonarm.gcocltd.com • 250-832-1040
PAINTING
of Painting & W l kinds allpaper hanging
Residential, Commercial, Repairs
HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
SALES-INSTALLATION-SERVICE
• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust
250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110
AUTOMOTIVE Bart’s
ultimateenclosures@gmail.com
FARM SERVICE LTD.
Mark Pennell owner 4130 - 1st Ave. SW
250-253-2244
FARM SERVICES
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Now using environmentally-friendly and compliant WATERBORNE PAINT
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Salmon Arm Frame & Body is conveniently located just off the Trans Canada Highway on the west side of town, right behind Fischer’s Funeral Services at 4130 1 Ave.SW. Salmon Arm Frame & Body Shop is an accredited ICBC Valet Express Repair Shop where they can help you with all your ICBC and Private Insurance repairs, as well as windshield and glass replacements. If it isn’t insurance repairs you need, they can also help with your private repairs and paint as well as frame straightening and trailer axle straightening. Mark Pennell has been in the business for more than 30 years and has owned and operated Salmon Arm Frame & Body for over 13 years. He built his new shop 8 years ago, they now accommodate commercial trucks and RV’s as well. You do have a choice where your vehicle goes for repairs. For friendly, guaranteed, quality work and service let Mark and his staff take care of all your vehicle repairs, call Salmon Arm Frame & Body Shop 250-832-8947.
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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5 CULTURE CRAWL – The Shuswap District Arts Council
Culture Crawl features displays of artists’ works at 30 downtown businesses as well as at the Hive in Canoe and Marionette Winery until Aug. 29.
SALMON ARM ART GALLERY – 2013 Experiment in F#
Minor and Muriel Lake Incident by internationally renowned artists Janet Cardiff and George Bures-Miller has been extended to Sept. 19. Admission is by donation. Family Saturdays run every week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families are welcome to drop in to the gallery to make art together. It’s free, and projects are suitable for kids aged two to 12. Each Friday during regular exhibition days, the art gallery hosts a noninstructional knitting studio from 1 to 3 p.m. in the lounge. Summer sessions will be held outside.
Jocelyn found bassist Lisa Jacobs. As jocelyn & lisa they perform a unique sound-blend of pop, soul, reggae and funk, at 7 p.m. at In The Groove Studio. RSVP to 250-515-2966.
FRIDAY, AUG 7 LUNCHBOX STAGE – Dailn Golan performs folk/rock/rap
music at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
THEATRE JAZZ – Enjoy the music of DJANGO at the
Shuswap Theatre. Get your tickets at the Pie Co or Acorn Music.
SATURDAY, AUG. 8 CAR WASH – The Okanagan Shuswap Roller Derby
Association hosts a car wash from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jacobson Ford at 160 Ross St. NE, to raise funds for the upcoming season. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE – features the indie
WOW – The Shuswap District Arts
Council presents Seal Skull Hammer and their bluegrass/jug vibe at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy live music on the shores of Shuswap Lake. Admission is by donation.
CONCERT – Dominique Fricot & The
Folk Road Show perform in a collaboration that has been described as the closest you’ll get to seeing Crosby Stills Nash and Young... from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon Tap and Grill.
VILLAINS AND VITTLES – R.J. Haney
Village and Museum’s production of The Everlasting Railways Blues tells about the coming of the railroad to Western Canada. Shows run every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening in August, with a special matinee performance on Thursday, Aug. 20. Check-in starts at 5 p.m. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with all the pioneer fixings served from Marjorie’s Tea Room. Reservations are a must. Call 250832-5243, visit www. salmonarmmuseum.org or like them on facebook.com.
Your donations make a big difference
rock of Polinear from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
...to Health, Hope and Healing in the Shuswap. Support from donors like you will assist in providing the best possible patient care.
cash bar. Doors to theatre house open at 8:15. Tickets for the show are available at Intwined Fibre Arts on Hudson Avenue or at the door.
THURSDAY, AUG. 13 MUSIC CRAWL – Revisit the Salmon Arm Folk Music
Society’s coffee house roots with a series of intimate performances. Explore restaurants and pubs and get a taste of what’s on the menu while savouring an authentic Shuswap musical experience. See information on performers and locations next week.
FRIDAY, AUG. 14 POTTERY – The Salmon Arm Pottery Club will host a sale during Roots and Blues in the Mall at Piccadilly Aug. 14 and 15.
LUNCHBOX STAGE – The Madeline Tasquin Trading Co. performs
indie/pop/jazz at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
ROOTS AND BLUES – The 23rd annual three-day musical
extravaganza opens, featuring four daytime stages and two evening stages with single acts and workshop jams, a global food village offering a culinary collision of Western cuisine and ethnic dishes, an artisan market featuring handcrafted Canadian creations; a family fun zone with lots of children’s activities (kids 12 and under are admitted free but must be accompanied by an adult); shaded beverage gardens with stage views, misting stations throughout the site and much more. For more information and tickets, visit www.rootsandblues.ca.
SATURDAY, AUG. 15 FREE PANCAKE BRUNCH - Downtown
Together we are making life better!
THURSDAY, AUG. 6 HANEY SOIREE – Chef Rob Sengotta, owner of Shuswap
Chefs, has partnered with Haney Heritage Village for a fundraising event for projects on the Haney site. The evening starts with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction at 4 p.m. A five-course dinner follows, paired with wine donated by Ovino Winery, Larch Hill Winery, Recline Ridge Winery, Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery and Crannog Ales. Bruce Strachan and Peter Clark will provide musical entertainment. To reserve tickets, call 250-832-5243.
SUMMER MUSIC – The Terry Kosowick Trio performs at
the Shuswap Pie Company on Alexander Street. The Pie Company features musical acts or jams every Thursday in the summer from 5:30 to 7 p.m. No cover charge. Admission by donation with proceeds to performers.
HOUSE CONCERT – Jocelyn Alice is a solo pop singer-
songwriter with a fiercely powerful voice, heartfelt lyrics and magnetic style influenced by her favourites such as Adele, Amy Winehouse and Lorde. In 2011,
250-803-4546 www.shuswaphospitalfoundation.org info@shuswaphospitalfoundation.org We are a registered charitable society which exists to encourage gifts, donations, bequests, endowment funds & property of any kind to support Shuswap Lake Health Care Facilities
SUNDAY, AUG. 9 CAR COLLECTION – The 16th Annual Classic Antique Car
Show will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at R.J. Haney Heritage Village, featuring more than 100 classic and antique automobiles on display. This car show is fun for the whole family and has become a favourite among car collectors, fans and spectators. Country gospel artist Abe Zacharias, and Phoenix Goldsmith, will provide entertainment. For more information, call 250-832-5243 or visit www.salmonarmmuseum.org.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12 WOW – Shuswap District Arts Council presents the pop/
rock music of Paul Filek at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Admission is by donation.
UNSCRIPTED – Laughing Gas Improv Troupe presents
Summer Fun, a hilarious evening of laughs, improv games and unscripted comedy following WOW. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for lobby, ticket sales and no-host
Salmon Arm and Salmon Arm Folk Music Society host a free pancake brunch with Daybreak Rotary members flipping pancakes and serving them with sausages, fruit, juice and coffee at the Ross Street Plaza from 9 a.m. to noon. Roots and Blues musicians will perform from 9:40 to 11:20 a.m. Downtown merchants will take part by hosting a Saturday Sidewalk Sale. For more information, visit www.salmonarmdowntown.com or contact 250-832-5440.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council presents GB
Roots at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Admission is by donation.
THURSDAY, AUG. 20 PIE COMPANY – The Jordan Dick Trio performs at the
Ross Street Plaza at 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, AUG. 21 LUNCHBOX STAGE – Lindsay May performs her brand of
American music at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
SATURDAY, AUG 22 HANEY CONCERT – Versatile high-lyric coloratura Melina
Moore presents Over the Rainbow, a tribute to the late Judy Garland and salute to the golden age of Hollywood. Moore is joined by Jim Leonard on piano, Doug Sonju on clarinet and sax, Bill Lockie on bass and Peter Padden on percussion. For more information, call 250-832-5243.
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