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Group hopes to aid strategic voting Federal election: Local poll information may help voters make decisions at the ballot box. By lachlan labere ObServer STAFF
A non-partisan group of local citizens is moving ahead with a poll to assist voters who may wish to vote strategically. Speaking on the group’s behalf, Warren bell said they are in the process of raising $1,250 to have Oraclepoll research conduct the poll in the north Okanagan-Shuswap riding. The end result will be made available to assist voters with how they might vote. “The poll is to facilitate strategic voting on the part of individ-
ual citizens who are trying to decide which of the parties they will vote for if the party they would choose to vote for isn’t in a position to be elected…,” said bell, who expects the polling to take place sometime this week. “We’re going to publish the results for everybody to see, and give them to the candidates too so they can have them.” bell said the intention behind the poll is not to tell people how to vote. However, he said the current conservative government, and the actions of Prime Minister
Stephen Harper, are think we wouldn’t be driving the poll. bothering to do this,” “I think if Prime said bell, noting he Minister Harper had is part of another lonot been so inclined cal group, renewing to move in direcdemocracy Through tions that are quite co-operation, whose different from the members are keen to directions that… the see the existing firstprevious conservapast-the-post electorWarren Bell tive governments, al system replaced by Seeking a the previous liberal a more progressive local poll governments and, proportional system. of course, the ndP, bell says an alternate if he hadn’t gone beyond where system would make strategic votany of them have gone before, I ing unnecessary.
This week With less than two weeks until the election, candidates respond to our questions. See A10. Knitting takes root at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery with the latest exhibit. See A21.
“What happens when you get a proportional system is really quite compelling,” said bell. “You get a greater turnout, you get more diversity, you get less contrast between one regime and the next, you don’t get a sort of swing from one side to the other, you get more parties involved, you get more negotiation involved, you get more co-operation involved.” each of the north OkanaganShuswap candidates had their own thoughts on the proposed See Candidates on page A2
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Candidates have mixed response Continued from front poll and notion of electoral reform. Conservative candidate Mel Arnold said he couldn’t believe people would abandon their political loyalty and vision to vote against something. “We have a party system in Canada because people believe in certain party policies and there are definitely differences between the major parties in this election,� said Arnold. “So why they would abandon their policies to end up with something they really don’t want either is surprising to me.� Regarding electoral reform, Arnold said the Conservatives are not considering proportional voting, that it would “lead to MPs being appointed in ridings where they actually weren’t elected by the greater portion of the vote.� “Would they truly represent the riding’s interest at that point if that was the case?� said Arnold. The federal Liberals, Greens and NDP have each committed to bringing an end to first-past-the-post, with the Green Party of Canada and the NDP committed to a proportional voting system (the Greens would also lower the legal voting age to 16). The Liberals, however, have stated they would undertake a national engagement process that would consider electoral reform measures, including ranked ballots, mandatory and online voting and
proportional representation. Back to the local poll, Green candidate Chris George has spoken against strategic voting, arguing people need to focus on the issues and vote with their heart. “It may well be people think they are doing the right thing, but I think we need to roll back a generation, I • guess, back to when‌ people actu- • ally voted what was in their hearts and kind of let the chips fall where • they may,â€? said George. • NDP candidate Jacqui Gingras said she supports the grassroots • group and its efforts, but adds polls are not typically good predictors of outcomes. “We want absolutely to differentiate between polls and past results, which reflect evidence,â€? said Gingras. “Past voting results reflect evidence... The evidence, based on past results, clearly demonstrates that the NDP is best positioned to restore democracy to Canada.â€? Liberal candidate Cindy Derkaz, however, says basing the present election on past results is unreliable. She says recent polls show her party is competing neck-and-neck versus the Conservatives. “People want to see something as far away from Stephen Harper’s government as they can find. Going back to 2011 or 2008 is not at all helpful or predictive,â€? said Derkaz. As for voting strategically, Derkaz said people have to make up their own mind on who will do the best job for them as MP.
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Student transfer upheld By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF
Appeals from parents to keep their Grade 6 and 7 students enrolled at Silver Creek Elementary have been rejected by the school board. When Silver Creek Elementary narrowly escaped closure last May, school trustees told parents to help expand the school’s student population in order to keep the rural school viable in the future. The school’s population did increase by at least 18 students as of Sept. 15, and it appears a few more students have attempted to register since that time. This left the school district in a conundrum. Silver Creek school now exceeded capacity for its current two fulltime teachers, but was deemed by board staff to be too small to justify adding another teacher. The solution from the school district was to require the transfer of the six Grade 6 and 7
students to Shuswap Middle School. Some parents felt betrayed that after being encouraged to help increase the student population, they ended up seeing their children forced to take hourlong bus rides away from their neighbourhood school. Three of the parents appealed the school district’s decision to the board of trustees, but parents were informed in a letter Thursday the appeal was rejected by the board and the students will not be permitted to attend Silver Creek. “If we had put another teacher in, the pupil-to-teacher ratio would have been very low compared to other places in the district. We’ve got to be equitable to all the students across the district,” says Bobbi Johnson, school board chair. Silver Creek parents were especially concerned because their school receives special funding of $157,000
Bobbi Johnson School board chair to help supplement the cost of small schools. “This baffles me,” says Kristie Clark, whose son is one of the Grade 6 students being shifted. “Obviously the government feels that rural schools need more financial support, but our district has decided to use those funds to support urban schools.” Johnson says funds received from the ministry of education are pooled into a general fund to support all the schools in the district. “Budgets are not allocated to schools strictly based on amounts generated by the individual school. This has never
been a practice in our district,” she wrote in a letter to parents. Johnson says while the transfer of students to accommodate enrolment is difficult, it is not uncommon. “The district has to move kids all the time if enrolment exceeds capacity. This is not a unique case.” Parents says the move will have a detrimental effect on their kids, not only due to an extended bus ride, but also because the students are used to a smaller school. Ann and Robert Craik, who are raising their granddaughter in Silver Creek, says she used to be a confident student leader. Now, she has become apprehensive, timid and reluctant to speak in class. “I sat at the meeting (in May) where promises were made. Where we were told to grow the school. Now I’m devastated those promises were broken,” says Ann.
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Candidates tackle hot topics By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
A mix of local and national issues were tackled by the North Okanagan-Shuswap riding’s electoral hopefuls during an all-candidates forum held in Sicamous Monday night. Organized by the Sicamous chamber, the forum offered Eagle Valley residents an opportunity to hear the candidates – Conservative Mel Arnold, Liberal Cindy Derkaz, Green Chris George and the NDP’s Jacqui Gingras – respond to pre-written questions in a nondebate format. That, however, didn’t stop the contenders from taking shots at their competitors’ parties. The gauntlet was dropped with opening remarks and Arnold’s touting of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which he said would create a stronger economy for Canada and more jobs. “That trade agreement will open up those doors to expand markets, not just for our dairy producers and our fruit producers, but for our manufacturers, for our innovative technology people that can actually now trade across those borders…
by expanding our markets, those are what’s going to enable an area like this to grow and expand,” Arnold later explained when asked about how to improve the local economy. On that topic, Gingras was critical of trade deals conducted in secret, stating the NDP would cut the small business tax by two per cent, work to protect local agriculture and establish a national childcare program. Derkaz touted the need for investment in infrastructure, noting the Liberals will run a deficit to do this, and put the money in the hands of local governments. She also supported affordable housing and creating more opportunities for agriculture. George said the Greens too would support infrastructure spending, committing one per cent of GST to it and, like the Liberals, assuring the money would go to local government. He also championed youth employment with the Greens establishing a Community and Environment Service Corps. Asked for their vision of the CBC, George, Derkaz and Gingras each championed restoration of funding
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Arnold makes his closing statement during the Oct. 5 all-candidates forum in Sicamous. to the national broadcaster, and establishing a management board that’s at arm’s length from government. Arnold, however, said the CBC needs to be more self-sustaining and “accountable to their viewers and their advertisers.” The last question of the evening had the candidates discussing the Tories’ anti-terror legislation, Bill C-51. Gingras said the bill infringes on Canadian’s rights and freedoms and that it needs to be repealed. “We already have the laws necessary to protect us,” said Gingras. “It’s an illusion, a false choice, that we need to take away our rights and freedoms in order to protect us.”
Arnold said the bill would enable law enforcement agencies to share information, noting judicial approval would still be required to conduct surveillance. “The fear-mongering that’s going on over Bill C-51 is simply not true,” said Arnold. George said he read the act, and “by the time I got to the criminal code amendments that are going to allow five-day’s detention without charge, secret trials never to be made public, with anonymous witnesses, I knew this wasn’t Canada.” Derkaz said the bill goes way too far, and that a Liberal government would amend it so as to balance national security with civil liberties.
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Martha Wickett
We’re better than fear, hate In a conversation with a friend the other day about life in other solar systems, he referred to an astrophysicist from Iran who was asked why, if such life exists, it doesn’t contact people on Earth. The astrophysicist answered, if you were a peaceful being, would you want to contact such a warlike planet? The truth of it remains a mystery. But the warlike description is difficult to dispute, whether discerned from afar or within. A fabric of fear is enveloping us humans, arguably more than ever before. This includes Canadian humans. Our federal election, for instance, may be decided on fear. Issues recently forced to the top of the debate agenda include government regulation of the niqab, a veil worn in public by some Muslim women. Then there’s the suggestion that some Syrian refugees may be terrorists, so Canada should continue to curtail their immigration. Not to be forgotten is the Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices Act, complete with an RCMP tip line. The act, which ostensibly is to crack down on polygamy, is the perfect tool for exploiting fear. Based on its title, it is intended to pit neighbour against neighbour, citizen against citizen. This same tactic has been used in many a war, under many a dictatorship. Barbaric is in the eye of the beholder. Like many countries, we have, and have had, a host of barbaric acts in Canada, if we care to take an honest look. Residential schools, for instance, were over-the-top barbaric. Yet adequate reparations have never been made and an aftermath of exploitation continues. There is a theme to these election issues, and it’s all about fearing people who may be different. That usually means people with a different skin colour, or a different religion, or a different way of dressing or eating. I often think of babies as a guide to what’s human. Most people love babies, and most babies, unless they’ve suffered a trauma, love other people. Babies don’t make judgments on race or income or religion. All the major religions share a common basis – love. Treating others how you would like to be treated. I think a good guide would be for people to get to know at least one friend of a different background – in the case of the current fear-mongering, one Muslim, before deciding to choose fear and hate. Because the truth is, that’s how a better town or province or country is built. Through people making connections with other people, truly getting to know each other, supporting each other. It can’t be done overnight, but it’s much more satisfying than exuding hate and the rhetoric of fear. This is not a naive, Pollyanna way of thinking. It’s what we humans were made for. No one is born hating. As the rash of college and high school shootings in the U.S. makes abundantly clear, this is not what humans want to be doing. We do not want the pain and anguish of hate. At the risk of being considered flaky, a risk I’ll gladly take, I hope voters choose love, not fear and hate, in this federal election.
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Time to make trophy hunts extinct A new poll from Insights West shows the vast majority of B.C. residents are opposed to trophy hunting. While a government shouldn’t legislate based on polling, a survey isn’t needed to justify the elimination of such a barbaric practice. The Insights West poll showed 91 per cent of British Columbians oppose hunting animals for sport. But B.C. Premier Christy Clark is sticking to her guns. Clark responded to questions on the poll by saying she didn’t enter politics to be popular. She said just because something is unpopular doesn’t make it wrong. One has to wonder if the premier has seen the video which recently surfaced showing a grizzly bear being shot repeatedly as it scrambled down a
hillside in a vain attempt to survive something that can only be described as torture. In attempts to defend the practice, the premier pointed to the healthy grizzly bear population and her desire to create jobs for people all around the province. There’s healthy dog and cat populations in B.C. also, but we don’t allow people to arbitrarily kill them. And the revenue eco-tourism brings to the province far surpasses anything raised by trophy hunts. It’s only a matter of time before trophy hunting becomes illegal here in B.C. The only question that remains is whether the provincial government will try and get ahead of the issue or be forced to give up their defence of the indefensible. - Black Press
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The Observer asked: Is lowering the voting age to 16 a good idea?
Jennifer Davis “It’s a good idea, kids at that age work and pay taxes, they should be able to vote.”
Linda McGrath “There are plenty of smart kids out there that should have the right to vote at 16.”
Terry Shannon “At this time no. Not until there is enough education about how the political system works.”
Serri Beauchamp “At 16 I don’t think they are well versed enough in the world to make an informed decision.”
Cole Leaver “It’s a good idea, more people that age should be involved in what’s going on.”
Play the Younger voters need to mark ballots voting game Democratic system weakened under Harper Voting is a curious and colourful game. Most of us play it by picking the party we agree with most from a wide palette of various, and often conflicting, promises. The big problem usually comes after the election when we wonder why we bothered to play the voting game at all. For the winning party frequently appears either to have forgotten what they promised, or have not followed through on what they have promised. In the worst-case scenario (quite common, these days), they have promised one thing but do the opposite. In other words, they show their true colours! Naturally enough, voters become disillusioned and even cynical. Many of us choose not to vote at all, feeling that our vote means nothing. However, by not voting, we allow others to choose for us. We lose our chance to be in the game and to effect change. For those of us who still genuinely care about the outcome, there is a simple formula to follow. We must tune out the advertising, ignore the polls, and check the recent history of each party. Which actions or achievements of any particular party do you commend and endorse? Which past scandals have served to sour you on politicians, in general? Remember: Past actions predict future performance. The corollary of this formula might be “performance has little to do with promises.” So do your homework, be true to your deepest values, and mark your ballot for the colour that best suits you. Exercise the democratic power you possess and vote. Ronn Boeur
This letter is directed to our younger voters. It is your democratic right to vote; every major decision you make in your life is affected by what party is governing this coun-
try, i.e.: furthering your education, starting a business, getting married and starting a family and retirement. Please do your research on all the parties, do the right thing, turn out
in numbers on voting day. Your vote does matter, you are our future.
Harper is not a Conservative, and the Conservative Party of Canada is not the party it was 10 years ago. The party that evolved with the merger of the Canadian Alliance and the Progressive Conservative party does not represent Canadian democratic, social and environmental values. The newly minted party adopted a constitution that paved the way for Harper to transfer the nation’s legislative powers into the Prime Minister’s Office. The Conservative Party is harbouring a leader and prime minister who regularly and openly demonstrates he has nothing
but contempt for the people who elected him, and the institutions he has sworn to protect. Using party discipline, Harper has crushed the democratic process in our federal House of Commons. He has effectively destroyed credibility in the Senate, and has over the last eight years managed to turn the Prime Minister’s Office into a political control center. Harper does not play by the rules and, having attained absolute power, he has abused that power to the maximum: • Proroguing Parliament and bundling legislation is now common practice.
• Gutting Canada’s health-care budget, while creating a ministry to spend 20 million dollars on religion. • Signing dozens of trade agreements, while foreign investors are challenging our sovereignty, seeking billions of dollars in damages for ‘infractions’. For Harper, this election is nothing less than a desperate and personal obsession to protect his ‘made in Canada’ dictator style of government. On October 19th, we have to make sure that does not happen. Andy Thomsen
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Canadians need to unite in a rebuilding process I wonder why politicians are so interested in promoting the middle class and the rich. But nothing has been said about the poor, the disadvantaged or the homeless. I have listened carefully to those promoting the status quo and the trickle-down theory. Wonderful ideas unless you happen to be at the bottom of the pile. Do we really need the class system in Canada? Or India, or any place in our global village? Then why do we continue to practice it? Have you ever wondered how we got this way? Looking back to 1764, the Treaty of Niagara, a treaty between two nations, we
discover a coming together of two dreams, traveling down the river of life together, in peace, understanding and mutual respect; neither interfering with the other’s philosophy of life. Sharing in the wealth of this great country. Refugees, like my grandfather who grew up in a ghetto in Glasgow, Scotland, hoped to build a family where freedom, peace and understanding would be as natural as breathing. There is much evidence that the indigenous people in Canada had similar dreams. They were willing to share, because that is who they were. That is how they lived
together from the beginning of time. That is how hunter-gatherers survive. At heart, that is how humans survive. We need to say to whomever we elect to be our next government: “We are all human, together we could build the Canada of our dreams.” I wonder if it isn’t an opportune time to build Canada a second time? We could start by looking into our neighbour’s eyes and there see, either our brother or our sister, wrap our arms around each other and dedicate ourselves to getting actively involved in bringing about peace and understanding. Dan MacQuarrie
Shuswap trail system earns high praise from visitors My wife and I spent the last 10 days in the Shuswap and spent every day on your trail system. It’s hard to tell how many kilometres we did because of little offshoots but we figure we did close to 200-km total mountain biking and hiking. Your trails are incredible and you should be so proud of what you guys have
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Yet another delay in the trial that was sparked by a crash on Shuswap Lake more than five years ago. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Sheri Donegan was most recently slated to deliver her verdict on Wednesday, Oct. 21 in BC Supreme Court in Kamloops, but that has now been pushed back to Tuesday, Oct. 27. The man who was at the helm of an 18-foot Campion Runabout speedboat when it and a houseboat crashed head on, leaving the speedboat embedded inside the houseboat, is facing charges of criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. Leon Michael Reinbrecht of Celista stands charged in the crash that killed houseboat operator Ken Brown of Chase and resulted in eight other people being taken to hospital. The collision took place following a fireworks celebration in Magna Bay on the Canada Day weekend. Charges were not laid until 17 months after the collision, while police and Crown sifted through mountains of evidence. Other delays in the proceedings included time for the defendant to secure legal aid funding, a change in his lawyer as well as several hold-ups in the trial itself. It began in February of this year and was initially scheduled for six weeks but has stretched to more than six months.
New face at LASS The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) has a new hand at the wheel. Darcy Calkins is the new literacy outreach co-ordinator for the North Okanagan-Shuswap area. Calkins will be taking over the position from Jennifer Findlay who has been with LASS for the past fiveand-a-half years. “It has been so amazing to watch this community literacy organization grow over the years. Back in 2010, I was the sole employee and my kitchen table, mini-van and local coffee shops were my office spaces,� remembers Findlay. In 2012 – 20 years after she graduated from high school in Salmon Arm – Calkins returned to her hometown with her family and will now oversee all of the LASS literacy programs and initiatives. LASS currently has eight employees, more than 200 dedicated volunteers, a downtown office space and many literacy programs for learners of all ages.
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The Salmon River Bridge and four-laning of the highway at the west end of town are still on the agenda, but no word yet on when construction might start. Mayor Nancy Cooper and members of council met with three provincial ministers at the recent Union of BC Municipalities’ annual convention – Todd Stone with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, Andrew Wilkinson with the Ministry of Advanced Education and Mary Polak with the Ministry of Environment. The meeting with Stone didn’t produce much new information. "They are continuing to work on it; they're not really giving us a date yet that they can actually start some ground work," Cooper said, adding there are still property acquisitions to be done. She said she and council thanked trans-
portation ministry officials for doing what they’ve done so far. “We want them to know we’re on top of it and willing to help in any way we can,” she said. “Right now with the federal election going on they’re kind of waiting – they have to talk to whoever the new federal government is as they will need federal funding as well.” Regarding the Minister of Advanced Education, Cooper said because Wilkinson is new to the advanced education portfolio, he needed to be brought up to date regarding the city’s plan for Okanagan College’s proposed Learning Centre for Agriculture and its Downtown Community Campus. Cooper said he listened carefully. “He was happy to hear about it, and it’s always good when you have communities working toward something that would be an economic driver,” she remarked. “There are some
time markers in place, deadlines we have to meet. Coming up late this fall or early winter, Okanagan College has to be putting an application forward to the Agricultural Land Commission,” she said,
Nancy Cooper MAYOR explaining she believes the land won’t be taken out of the Agricultural Land Reserve but the application will request approval of the alternate use. As for the invasive zebra and quagga mussels that are threatening British Columbia’s lakes, Cooper said Polak indicated a number of communities have raised the same issue. “And there was a
resolution in the resolutions section about the very same issue. She didn’t actually commit to anything there,” Cooper said, adding the ministry must still look at options and has put some funds into the problem. “She was very understanding.” Cooper ran for second vice-president of the UBCM, but was not successful. Taking the spot was Wendy Booth from the East Kootenay. Cooper said she was pleased she ran. “I thought it was great because even though I didn’t win – I would loved to have won – I was able to talk about Salmon Arm and Shuswap Lake four different times,” she said, referring to her speech. Afterwards people came up to her and talked about Salmon Arm, she said. And she hasn’t ruled out running again. “I don’t know if anyone ever wins on their first time, but I can be pretty persistent too,” she said laughing.
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1) What are your ideas for improving the local economy? 2) Shuswap Lake is at the heart of life in this riding. How will you act to protect this resource?
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We need local jobs so that families do not have to leave town to find work. We need to fix our deteriorating infrastructure. A Liberal government will double federal infrastructure investment over the next decade. Funds will provide long-term stable funding to municipalities for their priorities, creating local jobs in the areas of transportation, social (affordable housing, seniors’ facilities, etc.) and green infrastructure. We will also promote innovation and clean technologies in forestry, energy and agricultural sectors, including sustainable agriculture, and help small- and medium-sized businesses to grow, secure funding, innovate and create a positive business environment.
I am passionate about protecting the lake. A Liberal government will restore the environmental protections that have been eliminated by omnibus bills (eg. habitat protection in the Fisheries Act and the Navigable Waters Protection Act) and will incorporate more modern safeguards. We will work with our U.S. neighbours and Alberta to prevent the spread of invasive species into our lakes. We need to look at establishing inspec- Cindy Derkaz tion at entry points into B.C. And we will restore federal funding for freshwater research (including the Experimental Lakes) so that future decisions will be made on science-based evidence. See platform at RealChange.ca
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New Democrats believe in the intelligent and prudent use of government, not just to respond to economic crises, but to play a leadership role in setting a path for future prosperity. The NDP will be a government opening doors globally and nationally. Local industry and small business are demonstrating capacity to be creative, implementing strong direction to the future. The NDP, under Tom Mulcair, will be a government, through policy and action, facilitating new horizons in a bright business future. This will, with NDP support and encouragement, bring continued growth and energy to the North Okanagan-Shuswap.
Environment is one of the biggest concerns expressed. Stephen Harper has gutted laws to protect the outdoors. I have heard continual concern about the yearly receding of Shuswap Lake levels, increased vegetative levels in the lake and water quality. I will use Tom Mulcair’s promise to “protect the environment for future generations.” Working with provincial agencies, environmental Jacqui interest groups, business and civic entities, I will Gingras be active strengthening laws to protect Canada’s lakes and rivers (Navigable Waters Act), keeping resident and business user’s requirements at the forefront.
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Our riding is a small-business riding. Family farms, ranches, dairy and poultry operations in the rural half are complemented by the myriad of products and services available in our urban communities. I would work to: Establish a federally-funded Green Venture Capital Fund to support viable small local green business start-ups; Utilize the same fund to provide matching federal funds for locally-raised venture capital for use in our communities; Bring in legislation to require a consideration of the impact on small business of all new federal legislation, including trade deals, based on a similar law in the European parliament.
To protect and restore freshwater ecosystems the federal government has to use its powers, including the Fisheries Act. This is especially important when considering the changes in quality and quantity of Canada’s fresh water that will occur due to climate change. B.C. rivers will become over-heated, preventing salmon spawning; and farmers will face increasChris ing drought. Ultimately, the lake will need to be protected by George the people who live here. As MP I would work with local people and local organizations to insure the long-term viability of the lakes and streams in our riding. This makes sense; economically, socially and environmentally.
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I plan to have an open-door policy to work with all levels of government and business so we can find ways to expand existing opportunities and bring in new ideas. Our government’s low tax plan encourages business to invest in capital and human resources, and will complement the advantages we have here in our lifestyle, education, transportation, marketing systems and a workforce that is ready to make it happen. I will advocate strongly for continuing programs that assist in research and training so this area can be a leader in new opportunities and job creation.
I have experienced the changes in and around Shuswap Lake and, while we can’t stop progress, I believe we can manage it and reduce any negative impact by using the most effective tool we have: education. Pollution and the threat from invasive species can often be prevented by educating stakeholders and the public to prevent an incident in the first Mel place. I will also advocate for stronger enforcement of Arnold laws already in place to protect not just Shuswap Lake but all of our water resources.
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1925
Gym classes for ladies are now being arranged for 3 p.m. on Fridays at St. John’s Parish Hall. There is to be a fee of fifty cents and all ladies are welcome.
1935
Practically all the wealthy apples have been shipped out from local warehouses. Macs have been rolling in steadily and while not as good quality as usual, they are finding a good market. Wealthy prices in Britain have not been as high as is desired but this is due to the huge shipments from the United States. Salmon Arm wealthies have, for the most part, been shipped via Panama. There were three big days at Bedford’s Drug Service last week during the store’s one cent sale. It is reported that the business done far exceeded previous years, which is most gratifying.
1945
Retribution was swift for a Sicamous juvenile who entered a home at Larch Hills and stole two new shirts and a watch valued at $60. Const. Thomas Moore, officer in charge of the provincial police here, was advised of the thefts at 9:30 o’clock last Friday and by 9:45 he had apprehended the juvenile suspect and recovered the loot. Apparently before Magistrate D.M. Roberston in juvenile court on Monday, the youth admitted guilt and was placed in strict probation for 12 months. During the past week a number of Salmon Arm men have returned from overseas service with Canada’s Armed Forces. They include Alistair McKim and Jack Farmer, who came back with the Seaforths, and Don Thompson.
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Grass seed sown on the city hall grounds recently is starting to germinate and a faint green sheen is appearing on the soil. Reporting at the city council meeting on the improvements made to the property, Ald. Thomas Bowers said that with the Kinsmen’s wading pool, it is expected that the property will be a popular playing area next year.
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The Catholic Women’s League of St. Joseph’s Parish thanks the Salmon Arm Community for supporting the recent
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Winners of the major raffle are as follows: 1st (quilt) ........... Betty Mohnenger 2nd (painted card table) ..L. Kenmuir 3rd (bedspread) ................. K. Miller 4th ($50 Askew’s Gift Certificate) .................Christian Lazzarotto
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Mothers breastfeed their babies during a Breastfeeding Awareness Day event at the Salmon Arm Library on Saturday, Oct. 3. Public health nurses are available in Salmon Arm to assist mothers and infants during the breastfeeding years.
Registration is now open for the Fifth Annual Salmon Arm Economic Development Society Business Forum. The popular forum is set for Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day will include presentations on business topics from business trends to best practices. Tickets are $25 each and include lunch. Pre-registration is required and early purchase of tickets is recommended as the event sells out. To view the event agenda and register, visit www.saeds.ca.
Trade show space available Shuswap Women in Business is holding its Fall Trade Show on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. The deadline for registrations, which can be made by going online to www.shuswapwomeninbusiness.com or dropping off a cheque at the Observer office at 171 Shuswap St. NW, is Oct. 20. For more information, contact Pam Wenzel at newspaces14@gmail.com or Dee Lewis at deele@telus.net. LILLIAN HOWES December 20, 1920 - April 19, 2015 Lillian Howes, who passed away in Langley BC on April 19, 2015 was born Lillian Hunter in NewcastleUpon-Tyne England on December 20, 1920. She married Norman Howes during WWII and came to Canada as a war bride at the end of the war – settling in Saskatoon Sask. Lillian (Lily) eventually made her way to Blind Bay in the mid 70’s where she helped set up and run the Bayside Marina in Blind Bay – settling in Shuswap Lake Estates until the death of her husband, Norman Howes, in 2005 when she moved to the lower mainland to be with her children. Lillian is survived by her four children; Carole, Douglas, Donald and Janice – her six Grandchildren and six Great Grandchildren. There will be a Remembrance and Internment Ceremony held at St. Mary’s Church, SORRENTO, on Friday October 9th at 12:00 (noon) for both Lillian Howes and Norman Howes. Anyone who knew them and would like to attend with the family and friends are more than welcome.
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We are extremely happy to announce that Ben Scheidegger, son of Walter Scheidegger and Mary Scheidegger-Adams married Candace McKibbon, daughter of Rob & Lynn McKibbon, on August 22, 2015 at the Aberthau Mansion in Vancouver, B.C.
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Keith and Roselyn Phare of Salmon Arm, B.C. and Chanthorn and Sunheng Chhin of Langley, B.C. are pleased to announce the marriage of their children. Andrew Lewis Phare and Kay Supty Chhin exchanged wedding vows on July 5, 2015, in Vancouver, B.C. They happy couple will reside in North Vancouver, B.C.
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Jackrabbits need coaches The Jackrabbit Program is looking for several new leaders this year to help the program run successfully. The Larch Hills Nordic Society pays for the cost of anyone taking the coaching courses. One weekend course is required to coach Bunnies, and a second course is required to coach Jackrabbits levels 1-4. If enough people are interested, they will be run in Salmon Arm. Anyone interested in taking the coach training must notify the program co-ordinators soon as the first course will be on Oct. 16-17. For mor information, email Megan Brooke at megcbrooke@ yahoo.ca, or Marie Peterson at murphyknits@ gmail.com.
Hike Mt. Baldy Work up an appetite for Thanksgiving dinner this Sunday by joining the Shuswap Outdoors Club hike at Mt. Baldy, near Sorrento. The easy/ moderate 5.6-kilometre return trail was built by the Shuswap Trail Alliance and offers great views. For more information, call Ed at 250-8321861.
Running for goats in Africa Barrie Voth is the owner and operator of Hillside Dreams Goat Dairy in Salmon Arm. He is running the BMO half marathon in Kelowna this weekend in hopes of raising funds to purchase 50 goats through World Vision. Voth’s goal is to raise $5,000, with 100 per cent of funds going directly to World Vision. If you are interested in donating please email hillsidedreamsgoatdairy@gmail.com.
Bridge winners The results for Sept. 29 were: first – Judy Harris and Peter Herold, second – Tom McNie and Graham Todd, third – Ona Bouchard and Jim McLean. The results for Sept. 30 were: first – Gordon and Yvonne Campbell, second – Don Sillars and Jim Allison, third – Dan Quilty and Wanda Berezowski. The results for Oct. 1 were: first – Bert and Arlene Lamoureux, second – Carol McGregor and Peggy Peterson, third – Dennis and Doreen Roberts. Have a sports event? Write to us at:
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After claiming three out of a possible four points over the weekend, the Silverbacks remain near the top of the Interior Division standings. “Our maturity in the locker room has been a huge difference maker so far, and our preparations for each game gives us the belief we can go out and win any game,” said Silverbacks captain Phil Middleton. On Friday evening against the Wenatchee Wild, the league’s newest club, the ’Backs settled for a 4-4 tie, before toppling Trail 5-2 on Saturday. “Overall the weekend went well, we got the ‘W’ tonight (Saturday) and three out of the four points in total and that’s what matters,” said Middleton. The Wild opened the scoring in the first frame, holding on to their one-goal lead until Nick Hutchison equalized midway through the second. Hutchison put home the rebound after Jared Turcotte was denied by Wenatchee’s Chase Perry on a breakaway. Colton Thibault gave the ’Backs the lead on the penalty kill a short time later as he scored five-hole on a breakaway, thanks to a fortunate bounce from a clearance attempt off of a Wild defenceman. “Wenatchee play a very similar style game as us, it was like playing against ourselves out there,” said Middleton, after the game. August Van Ungern
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Race to the puck: The Silverbacks Josh Laframboise gives chase to the puck after
squeezing between Wenatchee’s Tyler Rockwell and Aaron Murray during a game at the Shaw Centre last Friday. Laframboise scored three points over the weekend. scored his second of the night, knotting the game at two, before Hirose scored a Datsyuk-esque highlight reel goal, his first of the season. On the penalty kill, Hirose stripped the puck from a Wild defenceman behind the Wenatchee net, then shielded the puck as he walked out front and buried the puck in the top corner on the backhand, past the glove of Perry. “It definitely felt great to get the monkey off my back, I was struggling to find the back of the net, but hopefully the goals will start to come in bunches, now” said last year’s leading scorer. A relentless forecheck and strong physical play in the corners kept the Wild on their heels for most of the
third, then an untimely turnover in front of Angus Redmond led to a Wenatchee goal. Brett Stewart scored from the blue-line and soon after Wenatchee equalized again, forcing overtime. Both teams traded quality scoring chances, but were unable to break the deadlock thanks to their goaltenders. “If we would have had kept our composure with the puck in our zone we probably would have had two points,” said ’Backs head coach Brandon West. On Saturday night the Silverbacks raced out to a commanding 4-0 lead before the midway point in the game. Banking on previously established chemistry from playing in Penticton together, West put Newsome and Laframboise
on a line together with the speedy Blanchard hoping it would pay off. The forward line started off the scoring for the ’Backs and maintained the momentum throughout the game. “Our line was buzzing tonight, we have a sense of familiarity playing together and that makes a big difference on the ice,” said Laframboise. Blanchard opened the scoring courtesy of Laframboise and Newsome, before returning the favour to Laframboise only 28 seconds later for his first of the year. “Getting my first of the season was great, it gave not only me but my linemates a boost of momentum in the game,” said the Regina native. Marcus Mitchell and Ross Heidt add-
ed their names to the score sheet, before Trail struck twice. Hutchison scored into an empty net, his second in as many nights icing the game. Although the ’Backs won, West was critical of the game and expressed the need to limit unnecessary penalties and defensive zone blunders. “We spent a lot of energy last night really trying to push the pace and I think that had an effect on us tonight. That being said, I am pleased with the effort put forward this weekend,” said West. The Silverbacks now turn the focus towards division rivals Merritt this evening at the Shaw Centre. “They won’t be pushovers, we have to be willing to work and put in a full 60 minutes,” said Middleton.
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Jason Chambers practises his sliding technique during the curling clinic at the Salmon Arm Curling Club on Sunday, Oct. 4. More than 45 participants attended the two day curling clinic.
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NOS students excel at NAGA nine-year-old Winter Breget. Winter’s older brother Élan, 10, won silver in both, only losing by a couple points in each of his final bouts. Eight-year-old Morgan Hackman from Vernon won silver and bronze in his events.
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Golds running back Mark Podschadly braces for a rough landing as he is tripped up by a Valleyview defender during an exhibition game at Little Mountain on Friday, Oct. 2. The Golds won the game 12-0 in rainy conditions, forcing them to run the ball often. The Golds are off to Delta next Saturday for their first regular season game against Seaquam Secondary.
Chargers’ offence on fire The Salmon Arm Chargers remain the only undefeated team in the Vancouver Mainland Football League, as they trounced the Vancouver Trojans 46-6 on Saturday. Jason Mourato threw for over 100 yards and two touchdowns. Tyler Chartier, Trystan Kenoras and Ryker Davison each scored two majors, while Travis Beer finished off the scoring with a short yardage plunge into the endzone. Next up for the Chargers is a visit from the Richmond Raiders this Saturday at 3:30 p.m.
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tams can do, the Jr. Bantam Chargers can do too, as they cruised to a 44-6 win over the fourth-place Kelowna Riders on Sunday. The Chargers again displayed their strong rushing attack, scoring four total touchdowns along the ground. Jonah Rivette earned offensive player of the game honours for his strong play in the second half. Defensively, the Chargers only gave up a handful of first downs and one major. Leading the way on defence was Ashly Bakema, who chased a Riders player 40 yards down field to save a touchdown. The Chargers will
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Salmon Arm took a three touchdown lead into the locker room at half time agaisnt Kelowna and seemed to have the game well in hand. Ryley McEown, Dominic Kemitzis and Cohen Boyd scored the touchdowns opening up a 22-0 lead. The Riders, however, were not about to roll over and blew the game wide open in the
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second half, scoring a touchdown in the third quarter and another in the fourth, taking the score to 22-16. The Salmon Arm defence had its hands full, but thanks to outstanding defensive performances by Kemitzis, Ethan McPherson, Boyd and Mason Sewell, the Charges were able to stop the Riders on their final drive of the game with no time left on the clock to preserve the victory. The Peewee Chargers are now in third place in the league and will look to improve on that this Sunday at Little Mountain when they host the Kamloops Blue Broncos.
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Actors sought for read-through Lana Caputi and Dan Thiessen have written a television screenplay they plan to pitch to Hallmark and super Channel. but first, they need to hear how their characters are brought to life. so Caputi and Thiessen are inviting male and female actors from age 25 and up to be part of a cast to read through the script. What’s Your Normal is a story about rosee Mason, whose life is interrupted when she meets the autistic bill Wilcox. “she tries to change him, but in doing so faces the biggest change of her life,” says Caputi. A south shuswap resident, Caputi is a director and choreographer who has directed two plays at shuswap Theatre and is now switching from live theatre to film. she has written an animated musical, The Bubblegum Tree, that is going to be pitched in China and deals with autism. It is a subject Caputi is familiar with, having studied about the condition for two years in order to help her sister and brother-in-law with their autistic child. That expanded to a vancouver organization that works with people with special needs, on a oneone-one basis, a theatre program, home care and skills programs. “When I wrote Bubblegum Tree, there were two boys from salmon Arm who really touched my heart, and were part of the writing team,” says Caputi, who still mourns the loss of shane Gorner, who was killed last year in a workplace accident. “He was a big part of Bubblegum Tree.” Caputi also has high praise for vitaliy Demens, a filmmaker who owns his own company raven Productions. she works closely with the okanagan Film Commission and is hoping the movie will be filmed locally. Thiessen is a Kelowna songwriter and novelist. The read-through will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. saturday, oct. 24 at shuswap Theatre. “It will be an opportunity for actors to network and make their talent known,” says Caputi, noting the session will be held in workshop fashion. “We’ll also get a feel for the talent in the area and the people who come onboard will be part of the workshop.” There will be no formal auditions but actors who wish to participate must contact Caputi prior to the read-through by calling 250-801-7775 or 250-6753737.
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Woolen wonders Top, people walk around the Knitted Tree art installation at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery during curator Tracey Kutschker’s opening remarks on Friday, Oct. 2; left, Charlie Hilton settles in comfortably among the roots of the tree. evan buhler/observer
Share the gratitude this Thanksgiving weekend Amid the Thanksgiving celebrations this weekend is the opportunity to give a hand-up to a longtime community booster. sherrie Favell is in the middle of a series of chemo treatments for stage 4 cancer, a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she fought eight years ago.
A group combined of family and friends has organized a dinner dance this saturday, oct. 10 at the seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre from 4 p.m. to midnight. An occasion to celebrate life with good friends, good food and great entertainment, proceeds will help Favell pay
her bills while she takes some time off work to deal with the debilitating effects of chemo. everyone is welcome to join the fun and good food. Dinner is buffet-style with beef on a bun, salads and desserts, followed by dancing to fabulous tunes spun by radio morning man Patrick riley.
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Piano students make grade Every year, the Shuswap Branch of the Registered Music Teachers recognizes their students who have successfully accomplished advance-level piano exams with their prerequisite theoretical exams, Grade 8 to the level of Associate of the Royal Conservatory (ARCT). The Royal Conservatory and Conservatory Canada send examiners to communities across Canada each year to examine students, providing a valuable comprehensive assessment of musicianship by including repertoire, technical
tests, études, ear and sight reading. Each grade requires examinations also in theoretical subjects. Grade 8 is equivalent to Grade 12 school credits and grades above that are considered to be post secondary. This year, congratulations go to Emma Levins, Julia Brown, Rachel Bates, Holly McCallum and Jessica Neudorf for Grade 8 piano, and Ashley Fong and Elena Bruns for their Associate Diploma in Piano Performance (ARCT) from the Royal Conservatory of Music.
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They are there for the joy of singing with other men, not to raise money. But the funds the Men’s Chorus earns from twice-yearly concerts go back to the community. “We don’t need them so we donate the money in two $750 scholarships to Salmon Arm Secondary students whose primary or secondary interest is in fine arts after they graduate,” says chorus member Doug Leat-
herdale. “It’s usually about $2,500, money we have left over after paying for music and the other expenses.” Leatherdale says the men’s chorus has been well supported by the Community Foundation and some local businesses. “We have a van with a lovely set of risers and it makes it a lot easier to set up for concerts,” he says. Leatherdale says the Christmas concert is in early December, is very popular and always sells out very quickly – as is the
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spring performance. Chorus director Mary Landers chooses music for the group and comes up with what Leatherdale describes as a nice selection. “Last spring, we were asked to record three songs for the Provincial Choir Festival and came second in the men’s category,” Leatherdale says, noting Landers was thrilled. “She is very accomplished, specially when she has to deal with 40 guys who are not all pointed in the same direction.”
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Leatherdale encourages any man who likes to sing to show up to the first rehearsal, which takes place in the band room at the Jackson campus at 7
p.m., Oct. 7, or call Mary Landers at 250832-2359. No auditions are required – just the desire to sing with a bunch of men.
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Sunday Salon on the Novel: Writing Home A morning workshop with internationally best-selling author Gail Anderson-Dargatz. We’ve all heard the phrase “write what you know” but writing fiction from real life isn’t easy. We worry about what mom will think. We worry if we have the right to tell the story, or write about a given location. We get stuck in reality -- what “really happened” -- and our fiction flounders because of it. In this workshop we’ll explore all these issues and more with the goal of writing powerful fiction that has the authority that can only come from “writing what you know.” When: Sunday, October 18, 2015 from 10 a.m. to noon. Where: Blind Bay Hall. 2510 Blind Bay Rd, Sorrento, BC Cost:
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Ian Bos is well on his way to completing his nearly 6,000 kilometre hike to honour his late father, Ted, and acknowledge the care dad and family received. “We had many ups and downs with the medical system; however, Ted was treated with the utmost compassion and dignity by the Aberdeen Palliative Care Society in New Glasgow, N.S.,” notes Bos on his website www.ianswalk2015. ca. “With their assistance, we were able to keep Dad at home where he wanted to be with his family with the confidence that if we needed anything, they would be there.
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And they were there with us every step of the way.” Oct. 5 was day 138 of Bos’ cross-country walk to raise funds and awareness of the importance of hospice palliative care. And, by end of day, he had reached 5,259 kilometres in his 5,465-km quest.
On Monday, Oct. 12, Bos will spend the afternoon as a guest of Shuswap Hospice at an event to be held from 1:30 to 4 at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. Everyone is welcome to hear Bos and other speakers. Bos is expected to finish his walk in Victoria on Oct. 26.
Mall celebrates 20 years Celebrations are the order of the day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Mall at Piccadilly. The mall is marking its 20th anniversary with a customer appreciation event that will feature free anniversary cake, live entertainment, children’s crafts, merchant specials and a 1920s party theme. Join in the glitz, glamour and the Gats-
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Royal Canadian Air Cadets 222 Shuswap Squadron Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and to all our supporters! And the winners are... 1st Prize: 2 Night’s stay at Pillar Lake Resort above Falkland - Dennis Neil, Blind Bay, BC 2nd Prize: Automobile Detailing donated by Jacobson Ford, Salmon Arm - William Primrose, Chase BC 3rd Prize: One Night Stay in a Theme Suite donated by Prestige Inn, Salmon Arm - B. J. Clingwall, Salmon Arm, BC 4th Prize: One Hour Scenic Flight donated by the Salmon Arm Flying Club - Ron Tilden, Revelstoke, BC All proceeds go to supporting local Squadron activities for the coming year! Air Cadets meet every Wednesday from 6:15 pm to 9 pm at the Downtown Activity Centre.
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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t get so caught up with the busyness of daily life [and the plethora of routine chores] that you lose sight of the big picture. By all means tackle the to-do list, but Jupiter urges you to expand your perspective; while Venus encourages you to smell the roses along the way. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Spending time with children, work colleagues or friends is highlighted, but expect some confusing misunderstandings along the way. There’s also a hint of magic and mystery in the air, so make sure you stretch yourself in creative new directions. Serious Saturn stymies communication next weekend.
CLUES ACROSS 1. Angling worm 5. Tissue that conducts food in plants 11. 1937 Steinbeck novella 14. Feed storehouse 15. Raised pattern cotton cloth 18. Prophetic signs 19. Cowboy competitions 21. Ophthalmic products company, ______ Worldwide 23. Prefix meaning inside 24. Arousing or provoking laughter 28. Plant spike 29. Atomic #94 30. Himalayan goat 32. Patti Hearst’s captors 33. Rock TV channel 35. Pen point 36. Tiny bite 39. Organized work group 41. Atomic #58 42. Food fish of the genus Alosa 44. Fleshy slice of meat 46. Shallowest Great Lake 47. Tapered tucks 51. Winter muskmelon 54. Isaac’s mother 56. Picasso’s birthplace 58. Lowest hereditary title 60. Streisand/Reford film 62. Verb states 63. Soluble ribonucleic acid CLUES DOWN 1. Sink in 2. Hairdo
3. Muslim leaders 4. Ringworm 5. Oppresses or maltreats 6. Cut fodder 7. Natural logarithm 8. Not divisible by two 9. Independent Islamic ruler 10. Written proposal or reminder 12. Tilt or slant 13. Nests of pheasants 16. Portable shelters 17. Swiss singing 20. Body of an organism 22. Opposite of “yes” 25. 41st state 26. 007’s Fleming 27. They speak Muskhogean 29. Payment (abbr.) 31. “Spud Papers” author’s initials 34. Large vessel for holding liquids 36. Nanosecond (abbr.) 37. Worn to Mecca 38. 1/100 rupee 40. Of I 43. Distributed cards 45. Public promotion of a product 48. Hard to find 49. Thinks or supposes 50. More lucid 52. Thai monetary unit 53. Phil __, CIA Diary author 55. Dialect variant of “heron” 57. One of the tender bristles in some grasses 58. Pass 59. Hot or iced brewed beverage 61. Equally See Today’s Answers inside
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have you been feeling tonguetied? With Mercury reversing through your sign [since September 18] it’s been difficult to communicate, especially with loved ones. Your ability to express what’s on your mind gradually returns, as Mercury moves forwards in your sign on Saturday. Saturn then squares Venus on Sunday, when a romance or friendship may appear to be unusually cool. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The Sun links up with Pluto on Tuesday/Wednesday, which encourages your Scorpio temperamental streak and control-freak tendencies. You’ll find the more stubborn you are, the more challenging the week will be. Compulsive thinking is also a danger, as you obsess over a close relationship or work situation.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you expect professional projects and domestic matters to proceed at a cracking pace then you’ll be disappointed [especially mid-week]. Everything will take much longer than expected … with plenty of frustrations and distracting detours along the way. On Saturday, Mercury [your ruling planet] finally moves forwards again.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Early in the week there’s a very fine line between illusion and delusion, so be careful. Use your active imagination in positive, productive ways – and don’t believe everything you hear. We all know Sagittarians are independent souls but don’t feel you have to accomplish everything on your own.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): This week favours communicating, connecting and conversing with others in creative ways. … as long as you communicate clearly and concisely. If you don’t, then expect cross words, crossed wires and confusing mix-ups. And don’t be too black and white about relationship issues Crabs!
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Being a bossy, controlling Capricorn will get you nowhere fast this week. In order for your close relationships to blossom, you need to give loved ones plenty of personal space and room to shine. You’ll find praising others is also much more productive than criticism. On the weekend, you may feel temporarily discouraged,.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There’s the potential for power struggles, especially with authority figures or work colleagues. You’ll find the more demanding and Diva-like your behaviour, the more difficult Tuesday and Wednesday will be. On the financial front be careful with money, as you’re inclined to make extravagant purchases for purely emotional reasons.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Avoid making important money moves on Wednesday, when Mars and Neptune scramble your financial antennae. Joint finances will be especially confusing so leave delicate discussions about fiscal matters for a more suitable time. On the weekend, romance is highlighted as love planet Venus moves forwards in your intimacy zone.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): By the end of the week the Moon, Venus, Mars and Jupiter will be visiting your sign. Which is great for all the Virgo-esque things you love to do – like planning, organizing, analysing, sorting, studying, categorizing and criticising. But don’t get so caught up in the detailed minutiae of daily life that you forget to savour each step and have fun along the way.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Sensitive Pisceans often suffer from a lack of self-confidence. With Saturn visiting your public/reputation zone, it’s time to worry less about the way other people perceive you. Don’t allow others to define the way you feel about yourself! Learn to appreciate [and develop] your innate strengths, and then you can take your rightful place in the world around you.
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Phyllis Lanphear Celebration of Life Saturday, October 10th 1:00 pm Chase Community Hall RAY MORRIS July 25, 1936 - September 30, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ray Morris, resident of Salmon Arm since 2001. Ray was born in Yorkshire, England and attended Ackworth, a Quaker boarding school, graduating with honours. He obtained his first degree at University of Birmingham and then a doctorate in sociology from Oxford University. He was Lecturer in Sociology and Social Statistics at Birmingham University 1960-64, then Associate Professor of Sociology at the American University in Washington 1964-68. Ray and his first wife, Ruth, came to Canada in 1968, settling in Toronto where he taught sociology at York University for 30 years. He was Director of the Graduate Program in Sociology for over 8 years and supervised over 40 graduate students during his time at York. For 13 years, he taught Sociology in French and English at York’s Glendon campus. During his years at York, Ray worked to ensure that there was space in the graduate program for women and people of colour. He was author of six books and contributed articles in French and English to various anthologies. Ray and Ruth retired to Salmon Arm in early 2001 and Ray cared for Ruth until she died from cancer later that year. Ray leaves Anne, his wife of 13 years whom he met in 2002 at the Sorrento Centre; his brother, Nigel, in England; four children: Peter in Michigan, Corinne (Richard) in England, Douglas in Toronto, and Joy (Dave) in Lethbridge; also three grandchildren: Owen and Pippa in England, and Harmony in Lethbridge with whom Ray has for several years enjoyed weekly playtimes via Skype. Ray was a passionate advocate of social justice, serving for 11 years as Co-chair of the Salmon Arm Ecumenical KAIROS Committee, a branch of the national KAIROS organization that unites 11 churches and religious organizations in faithful action for justice. He gave generously to numerous Canadian and international charities that strive for social and economic justice, and for a safeclimate world for the world’s children and future generations. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held Thursday, October 8, at 2 pm at First United Church, with Rev. Jenny Carter officiating. If so desired, donations in memory of Ray can be made online to KAIROS Canada: www. kairoscanada.org/donate/ Or send a cheque payable to KAIROS - United Church of Canada, marked “In memoriam Ray Morris”, and mail to KAIROS, 310 Dupont Street, Suite 200, Toronto, M5R 1V9. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm. Online condolences may be sent through Ray’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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STATSMANN, JOYCE HORTENSIE Joyce Hortensie Statsmann passed away in the tender loving care of her family, in her daughter’s home in Kelowna on September 27th, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Born in Minnedosa, Manitoba on November 29, 1938, Joyce and Bill were longtime residents of Salmon Arm, arriving in 1969. She is well remembered for her passion of quilting, being active in both the Shuswap Quilter’s Guild and Friday night bowling quilter’s, and years of volunteer work in the community. A celebration of life service was held from the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, on Saturday afternoon, October 3rd at 1 p.m. with Jack Bowers the funeral Celebrant. A reception followed in the Mountainside room. She leaves her loving and dedicated family, husband, Bill Statsmann, four children, Derrick, Karen and Alan Statsmann, and Lorraine Cornell; 5 grandchildren, David, Peter, Jeremy, Rhealeen and Tanner; and 3 great grandchildren, Avery, Jaeden, and Nevaeh, sister Willa of Didsbury. Joyce was predeceased by her parents, Alma and Richard Walter, sister, Olive, and two grandsons, Eric and Paul. On line condolences may be sent to Joyce’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm. DZIERZENGA, ERICH AUGUSTIN February 22, 1924 – September 28, 2015 Erich Augustin Dzierzenga died peacefully in Salmon Arm on Monday, September 28th at the age of 91. He will be missed by his son Dieter and his wife Ingrid, his daughter Conny and her husband Ken and by so many friends. He was born in Niewiadom / Oberschlesien. He worked primarily in the metal industry in Southern Germany and was a machinist before he retired in 1972. He and his wife Elvira built a house and raised a family of three children in Wasseralfingen Germany. He perfected the art of “puttering”. He taught himself to perform many tasks from cutting hair to cobbling shoes. He and his wife moved to Salmon Arm in 1994 to continue to enjoy their retirement. He was predeceased by his wife Elvira of 60 years and by his daughter Karin. He was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in summer 1966. His strong faith in the biblical promise of being resurrected back to life on a paradise earth provided much comfort. A special thanks to all the health care professionals at SLGH and Dr. Heunis for his kindness and personal touch. His quiet and kind nature was known by all and it was his wish that no service would be performed in his behalf. At a later date, arrangements will be made for friends, families and neighbors to come together for reflection and refreshments. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Erich through his obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
LARRY EDWARD GREENING February 14, 1957 - June 4, 2015 A celebration of life service for Larry will take place on Saturday October 10, 2015 at 2pm at Bowers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent through Larry’s obituary at www. bowersfuneralservice.com RHENA FRIESEN My beloved wife, our Mom and Grandma, Rhena June Wilson Friesen was born to (Arthur) John and Matilda Wilson on September 22, 1940 at Swalwell, Alberta. After a lengthy battle with cancer, she went to be with Jesus in the morning of September 26, 2015. She just celebrated her 75th birthday with family and friends. She grew up in a happy home with her two brothers. She enjoyed her school years. The family experienced mission life in Mexico and also in the Sunchild Mission in Alberta. She had a keen interest in missions, and for the less fortunate, especially children, all her life. She gave her heart to Jesus and was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite on March 1, 1953. Her Lord and His church were precious to her all her life. She was married to me, Harvey Friesen, on May 5, 1961 at Abbotsford, BC, where we lived a short time. We moved to Crooked Creek, Alberta and then to Edberg, Alberta. During these years, 3 daughters joined the family and we made many lifelong friends. In 1972, our family moved to Enderby, BC where Rhena’s parents lived. These were happy years for us. Mom especially enjoyed sewing, gardening, and beautiful flowers, and we had a few farm animals which delighted her and all of us. She was a lover of beauty. She was a lady who could make beautiful and useful things out of nothing. Happiness was in the simple things of life. She cared for many, and filled many hours preparing warm clothing for the needy. In 1975 our chosen daughter and sister, Shevta Melody joined our family from India. This was a long awaited joy for all of us. Mom was a sweet and gentle soul. Her life was not easy, but she believed in the power of prayer and the grace of God. Our parents’ golden years are a beautiful story. Their reuniting gave them 10 happy years filled with examples of Gods’ perfect love and mercy. Our father cared for Mom tenderly through her sickness, until her passing. In her last moments, Mom reached up her arms and called for Jesus to help her. The name of Jesus was precious to her until the end. Looking forward to meeting her again are: her beloved husband, Harvey; her daughters Marion and Larry Wiebe, Shevta Friesen, Mavis and Bruce Schartner all of Enderby, BC, Margery and Vince Lombard of Botha, Alberta. There are eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren, all of whom brought her much joy. Also her two brothers, Jim and Marcella of Mission, BC, Les and Margi Wilson of Colima, Mexico; her sisters in law Rebecca and Wilbert Thiessen of Neilburg, Saskatchewan, Virginia Friesen and Roberta McKinnon of Brandon, Manitoba; and one brother in law, Robert Friesen of Crooked Creek, Alberta, and a host of much loved relatives and friends. Funeral Services were held at the Church of God in Christ Mennonite, Enderby, BC on September 30, 2015. Ministers Bob Klassen and Craig Thiessen officiating. Interment followed in the Grindrod Cemetery Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm. Online condolences may be sent through Rhena’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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BEVERLY MERLE THOMAS 1928 - 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Merle Thomas on Tuesday, September 29th, 2015. Beverly leaves to mourn her loving husband Clarke, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and all her many friends. A heartfelt thank-you to all those who cared for Beverly and supported the family throughout her journey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Variety - The Children’s Charity of BC, 4300 Still Creek Drive, Burnaby, BC V5C 6C6 or Shuswap Hospital Foundation, PO Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N3. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 2Y9. Email condolences and share memories through Beverly’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
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MOTEL ASST Manager Team to run small Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no Pets, good Health, fulltime live-in position. Fax 250-5861634 or email resume to: kjjr27@hotmail.com
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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Okanagan College is seeking applicants for the position(s) of: INSTRUCTORS, ADULT ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION: Arts & Foundational Programs – Salmon Arm Campus Social Studies 011, Mathematics 011, Literacy/ Fundamental English Non-Regular Part-time appointments Posting No. 0001674, 0001675, 0001676 Closing dates: October 15th, 2015 Information on how to apply and about working at Okanagan College is available online at: www.employmentopportunities.okanagan.bc.ca SHUSWAP REVELSTOKE • NORTH OKANAGAN • CENTRAL OKANAGAN • SOUTH OKANAGAN SIMILKAMEEN
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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:
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Dr. Aditya Seth Inc. Salmon Arm Eyes Surgeons & Physicians Unit 135A-1151-10Street SW V1E 1T3 requires one full time permanent administrative assistant. Duties include: ◆Schedule & confirm appointments & meetings of employer ◆Order office supplies & maintain inventory; ◆Set up & maintain manual & computerized information filing systems; ◆Determine & establish office procedures; ◆Record & prepare minutes of meetings; ◆May compile data, statistics & other information to support research activities; ◆May organize conferences. Education: completion of secondary school. Experience: 2-3 years. Wages 22.00/hr. Knowledge of English required. Mail, email: adityaseth2015@gmail.com or fax: (250)832-1106
UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS
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
SERVICE ADVISOR Braby Motors is searching for a Service Department Advisor. We are looking for the right person who has excellent customer service and sales skills, is mechanically knowledgeable and can work as part of a team in a face paced environment. We prefer that all resumes are delivered in person and ask for Brandon. Excellent wage/ benefit package available. Please phone 250-832-8053 or fax resume to 1-250-832-4545 or email: Brandon@brabymotors.com 1250 Trans-Canada Hwy. S.W, Salmon Arm
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Finch and Company LLP is a growing full service accounting firm with ongoing emphasis on providing excellent client service through proactive planning throughout the business cycle. We are in need of an experienced bookkeeper/ office administrator who has a client first mentality and enjoys working in a team environment. We are an exciting organization to work for that offers an open door policy, a true family feel and is poised for growth. Requirements: - A self-starter, quick learner with exceptional organizational skills - Punctuality - Willingness to work longer hours during busy times - Effective and efficient skills at working within tight deadlines - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision - Desire to learn Experience: - Minimum five years’ experience with full cycle bookkeeping and payroll administration - Proficient with Microsoft Office, Sage 50 and QuickBooks - Experience working in a public practice accounting firm an asset but not required Qualified applicants are encouraged to send their resume and cover letter to info@finchandcompany.ca or by post to: 290 Alexander Street, PO Box 242, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N3
TUTORS NEEDED Logix Learning Centre provides one-to-one and small group tutoring services for families in the North Okanagan. We are currently seeking experienced individuals who are passionate about teaching and education, and who care about student progress and success. Great interpersonal skills, motivation, and creativity are essential. Positions Available: • Grade 9 – 12 English • Grade 9 – 12 Math – Pre-Algebra, Algebra, PreCalculus, Calculus, Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry • Grade 9 – 12 Science – Biology, Chemistry, Physics • K-8 Language Arts/Math Qualifications: • University undergraduates and graduates with strong GPA and proven excellence in related subject area; • Certified or Retired Teacher, Principal, ECE, CEA; • Excellent communication , organization, and time management skills; • Ability to work with students one-to-one and in small groups; • Able to encourage and motivate students; • Flexible, reliable, responsible, professional; • Access to a reliable vehicle; • Available to work afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays during the academic year; • Criminal Record Check required. Wage: $18 - $25/hr Please send resume with cover letter to: Tutor Coordinator Logix Learning Centre – Human Resources PO Box 636 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N7 Or email: dianahall@hotmail.ca Or fax: 250-833-4898
Commercial Trailer Service Person needed for local trucking company, Must have some experience and be mechanically inclined. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation. Job involves outdoor work in all weather conditions. The right individual must be able to work under minimum supervision. Please fax resume to 250546-0600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Auto Rd & 20th St. SE -Auto Rd/15th/12th SE -30 St/28 & 27 NE -20th St/20 Ave SE -SICAMOUS -Shuswap Ave. -Downtown Sicamous Call Valerie 250-832-2131
EXPERIENCED server needed immed. Must be able to work all shifts including wkends. Apply with resume to Jane’s Place/ Picadilly Mall.
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SKYLINE TRUCKSTOP requires P/T cook. Email resume to skyline@jetstream.net or fax to 250-836-4950.
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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
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REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.
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• Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw
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“highest pay rate in the industry” 8-10 hours up to 12 if is needed, 30 -60 hours per week. Important information: Shifts of work: We require flexibility on schedule as hours of work can be: from 5:00 am to 1:00pm or 2:00pm, sometimes working until 4pm or 5:00pm is required during summer time when production is heavy and overtime is available
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Fencing FARM & RESIDENTIAL FENCING. All types of fences. 30 YRS experience.-Serving the Thompson/Okanagan. 250-679-2813 fawndalefarms@gmail.com
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5 CORDS of Maple firewood. Dry wood ready to burn this winter.1 (250)833-2705
Garage Sales 2825 Caen Rd. Sorrento, Oct. 9, 12-4 & Oct. 10, 9-4. Tools, trinkets, treasures & more. MOVING Sale. Sat, Oct 10, 8am-2pm. Back lane - 90 Shuswap St. SE. Everything Must Go!!!
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
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250-253-4663
1970 Klingerman upright piano Asking $700 Hide-a-bed loveseat $100 (250)832-1199
Gutter & roof debris cleaning. Starting at $125. Moss removal, spray, & PW. Shuswap Window Cleaning. 250-8332533
4 - 17” 215-60-R17 snow tires w/rims & sensor valves (250)833-8190
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4 Hankook 235/75R 15 winter tires mounted on steel wheels. Less than 1000KMS. $1225 OBO (250)515-6014
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CAR sold. 4 Nokian 15” winter tires on rims for sale. Excellent Condition (250)832-4786
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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.
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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Pets & Livestock SECOND crop orchard grass Hay $9/bale. Al Fritzel (250)832-9070 STRAW- $7. bale. Lg. trash bags of straw $3. each. (250) 515-2294 - SA number
Poultry READY to (250)832-8859
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PET GROOMING With Michelle
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Appointments necessary.
CLEAR PLASTIC TARPS, approx. 40’x40’, $25.00/tarp, Days (250)835-4541 Evenings/Weekends (250)833-2118 GAS fireplace EFEL 1994 still in good working cond., includes operation/installation manuals $150. (250)804-0261 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT or www.Norwood Sawmills.com/400OT SET of 4 17” steel rims. 5X115 stud patten for Chevrolet. $180. (250)832-4056 STEEL BUILDINGS. Madness Sale! All buildings, all models. You’ll think we’ve gone mad deals. Call now and get your deal. Pioneer Steel, 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
Misc. Wanted BUYING coin collections, silver coins, antique coins, old money, sterling silver, gold jewelry. Todd - 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030, Local.
271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604
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CHASE 2bdrms, renovated, new appliances. $45,000. (250)679-4466 after 5pm.
3BED2BATH Furnished/Unf 2000 Sqft Quiet Gardom Lakefront acre. 13 mins. to S.A, 11 mins to Enderby.Newly updated throughout. NS NP Min.6 Mos. lease. 1800 + utilities. 250-981-0930
2bdrm, grdlvl, daylight suite w/ beautiful garden & fruit trees in Raven, renovated, 6appl., NS, NP, avail. NOV 1, $1000 & DD, incl util. (250)833-5028
4bdrm house with 2bdrm basement suite in Enderby, $1600,newly renovated. You may sublet basement suite. 1-250-838-6630
DAYLIGHT 2BDRM. walk-out basmt suite. Amazing lake & mountain view, shared yd, own fenced patio area. All util., sat TV, wifi, all appl. incl. shared w/d, in floor heat. 8 kms from SA on 1.5 acres. $950/mo on a 1 yr. lease. Refs & DD req. NP. Avail. Nov 1. 250-832-7809.
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Homes Wanted LISTINGS WANTED IMMEDIATELY in the Salmon Arm area. If you have a property you would like sold call Raymond Pilon at (250)833-5153 Century 21 Lifestyles
Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES
Best rate 5yr-2.69%OAC
Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca Rates Consistently better than banks
(250)832-8766
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1/Bdrm across from City Hall. Adults, N/S, No pets. Ref’s required. $710/mo. Call 250-833-0420 after 6pm. 1BDRM. balcony apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $725/mo.(1-855)852-5660 3BDRM apt, NS & NP. $1200/mo. + util. Avail immed., upon approved application. (250)832-6911 (250)804-8421 4 BDRM 2 bath private apt. next to high school in Sicamous. $1300/month ref’s req (250) 833-2418
CANOE: 2bdrm house, F/S, W/D, D/W. N/S, N/P. Ref’s & DD req. Avail Dec 1 (possibly mid - Nov). $1100/mo + utils 1-604-250-8702. LAKE view, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, duplex, N/S, N/P. $1475 + utils. (250)766-4446 SILVER Creek: 3bdrm, 1bath historic home, 5appl., NS, no drugs, pets OK $1200/mo.+ DD + util. 1yr. lease, ref’s req’d (250)803-0110
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Cars - Sports & Imports 2008 Honda Pilot SE 4WD in great shape, sun roof, DVD, $19,995. (250)832-1199
Recreational/Sale 2006 28ft Coachman 5th wheel. Pwr jacks,lg slide out, 2 rear easy chairs, walk around bed. Clean unit. $12500. Eves (250)833-1110
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2004 Ford Lariat F150 4dr. super cab, 5.4Triton, 191,000K, fully loaded, leather, immac. cond. $12,500. (250)675-2333 (250)675-3270 in Sorrento 2006 Ford Ranger reg cab 4x2, 4.0L engine, auto, ac, 7’ box w/canopy, overhauled trans, good brakes, tires 90%, management driven. Ask for Tom (250)833-0591
Downtown SA. High traffic location. Quality building, ideal for office/professional or retail. Ground level,storefront. Wheelchair access. HVAC. 1000sq ft-3500sq ft. C-2. $12/sq ft. Call Keith (250)832-6060
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BOAT & RV storage in fully enclosed secure building close to town. Reasonable rates. (250)832-4966
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2006 Chevy Cobalt SS 2.4l, pw/pd/pl, sunroof, new brakes, $5000. obo (250)804-9239 2009 Ford Edge AWD, SEL loaded, silver, leather interior, sunroof. 97000 hwy kms. 2 sets of tires on rims, very clean, retiree driven. $17,500 OBO. (250)804-4954.
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LGE 1 & 2 BDRM. BRIGHT apts. In suite storage, green space, live-in manager. Cable incl. Sicamous, 250-804-5364.
Cottages / Cabins SORRENTO: 500sqft. semi furn. cottage, avail. now. $725 incl. util., NP, NS, ref’s req’d. Rent reduced for work on property. Ideal for retired handy-man. (250)675-2449 Sunnybrae Cottage Monthly Rental Paradise Point Fully furnished 1 bedroom kitchen, living, dining room & laundry $850/month includes hydro, sat tv & internet (250)803-2480
Misc for Rent 3bdrm Rancher in Blind Bay Private backyard, W/D,F/S,DW included $1550/month 2bdrm Condo F/S, D/W, W/D in Salmon Arm $950/month Contact JILL BINGHAM (250)804-6216 Royal LePage Access Real Estate
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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, OCT. 7 BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS – takes place from 7 to 8:30
p.m. at the Downtown Activity Centre, featuring guided meditations and a teaching. For class topic and more information, visit www.dorjechang.ca or call 1-250-558-0952. No fragrance please.
MAN CHOIR– The Shuswap Men’s Chorus begins fall
rehearsals at 7 p.m. in the band room at the SAS Jackson campus. Members have all levels of experience, from novice to experienced, and welcome new members. There are no auditions, just the desire to sing with a great bunch of guys. Just show up the first night or call Mary Landers at 250-832-2359.
THURSDAY, OCT. 8
peasant girl, who rejoices in her world and her love, but is betrayed. The pure, crystal-clear world of her faith, hopes and dreams is destroyed and she goes mad and dies. The performance begins at 1 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.
MONDAY, OCT. 12 HOSPICE AWARENESS– Ian Bos stops at the Prestige
Harbourfront Resort on his cross-Canada walk to raise awareness and funds for palliative care societies in honour of his late father. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the event runs from 2 to 4 p.m., with other speaker(s) yet to be announced. For more information, contact Victoria at admin@shuswaphospice.ca or by calling 250-832-7099.
ALL CANDIDATES FORUM – takes place at 7 p.m.
at the Seniors’ Fifth Avenue Activity Centre and will focus on issues of concern to seniors. But all issues will be explored as time permits. Written questions will be solicited from the audience to augment those from a panel.
PIG ROAST – The Family
CLIMATE CHANGE – Avi
Lewis’ This Changes Everything provides an ambitious global overview of the ravages of climate change as told through the experiences of communities on the frontlines at 7:30 p.m. nightly to Oct. 15 at the Salmar Classic. The film was the first runner-up for the Grolsch People’s Choice Documentary Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.
SATURDAY, OCT 10 WHY VOTING COUNTS – Warren Bell, from the non-
partisan group Renewing Democracy Through Cooperation, will outline systemic weaknesses in Canadian democracy, and suggest how your vote in the Oct. 19 election could lead to improvements in how this country is governed, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Library.
FUNDRAISING FUN – A Friends Helping Friends Benefit
Dinner and Dance for Sherrie Favell, who is battling cancer for the second time, takes place from 4 p.m. to midnight, featuring a silent auction. Tickets are available at Harbourfront Massage, 140 Harbourfront Dr. To donate to the silent auction, call Penny Favell after 5 p.m. weekdays at 250-253-0574.
SUNDAY, OCT. 11 BALLET – Live on screen at the Salmar Classic, the
Bolshoi Ballet performs Giselle, the story of a young
LUNCHEON – Government Retirees Association monthly
meeting takes place at noon at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre at 170 Fifth Avenue. For more information, call Frances at 250 832-7601.
FRIDAY, OCT. 16 ONSTAGE – Shuswap Theatre presents the first Mainstage
Production of the season, playwright Norm Foster’s Bedtime Stories, a six-story plot that weaves a tapestry of interconnected tales from a woman leaving her husband to a rock star and his groupie all focusing around one thing – a bed. Contains adult themes. Tickets are available at Intwined Fibre Arts on Hudson Avenue or online at www.shuswaptheatre.com.
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FRIDAY, OCT. 9 Resource Centre hosts a fundraising pig roast and buffet dinner, including choice of wine or beer and a silent auction, DJ and a 50-50 draw at 5:30 p.m. at the Sandbar Pub at Prestige Harbourfront Resort. Get tickets at the Family Resource Centre at 181 Trans-Canada NE.
winemaker and manager Jaime Flemke. Chef David will provide a nine-course tapas-style dinner paired with Recline Ridge wines at 6 p.m. Call 250-832-5024 to reserve tickets.
...to Health, Hope and Healing in the Shuswap. Support from donors like you will assist in providing much needed new equipment.
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HARVEST DANCE – Presented by
Birchbark and Friends, the evening includes called dances, waltzes, polkas, swing, reels and jigs – this year at a new location – Sunnybrae Community Hall, 3595 Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and dancing begins at 7. Tickets at $12 for adults and $6 for students are available at Acorn Music or by calling 250-833-1187. Children under 10 are admitted free.
SATURDAY, OCT. 17
KINDALE – a Harvest Wishes Fundraising Dinner Dance will be held to support people with diverse abilities at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort, featuring the music of the popular Salmon Armenians. Wine tasting starts at 5:30 p.m. and dinner 250-803-4546 will be served at 7. Tickets are available at www.shuswaphospitalfoundation.org Kindale Thrift Store at 885 Lakeshore Dr. SW. For more information or to reserve info@shuswaphospitalfoundation.org a table, call Cindy Masters at 250-5037974) We are a registered charitable society which exists to encourage gifts, donations, bequests, endowment funds & property of any kind to support OPERA – Direct from the Metropolitan Shuswap Lake Health Care Facilities Opera and live on screen at the Salmar Classic, see Otello, an opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi to an Italian libretto by Arrigo Boito, based on Shakespeare’s TUESDAY, OCT. 13 play Othello at 9:55 a.m. at the Salmar Classic. Tickets are available at the Salmar Grand. SCARLETT JANE – has earned two Canadian Folk Music
Award nominations for Best Emerging Artist and Best Vocal Group. Their song Wild Fire took them to the semifinals of the prestigious world-wide International Songwriting Competition. They perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon Tap & Grill.
HEALTHIEST BABIES – Shuswap Family Resource and
Referral Centre hosts the group from 10:30 to 1 p.m. in the basement of Crossroads Church, entrance at the end of First Avenue SW. This week features infant development; Oct. 20 is healthy treats and Oct. 27 is a Halloween costumed event. Door prizes and lunch are always provided.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14 ROCK BAND – Vancouver-based Poor Traits performs
from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon Tap and Grill. Admission is by donation.
WINE AND DINE – Table 24 in the Podollan Inn hosts a
meet-and-dine with Recline Ridge owners and operators Maureen and Graydon Ratzlaff along with
SUNDAY, OCT. 18
SPEAK OF THE DEAD – Salmon Arm Museum and Haney
Heritage Village Curator Deborah Chapman takes people on her annual cemetery tour at 1 p.m. in the old section of Mt. Ida Cemetery. Space is limited, so call 250-832-5243 to reserve your spot.
DIVORCE CARE – A support group begins and runs Sundays at 4 p.m. at Five Corners Pentecostal Church. For information, contact Sarah Weinacker at 250-8323121 or by email office@fivecornerschurch.ca.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21 SIX GUITARS – Chase Padget becomes six different guitar
players each with their own voice, views and music, from blues, to jazz, rock, classical, folk and country. Each character shares their humorous and heartfelt songs and stories as the show reveals how music brings us all together. From 8 to 10 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre. Tickets are available at the Wicked Spoon and Barley Station Brew Pub.
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