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Izzy rules the roost
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Streetwise cat is a Baker St. fixture
WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star he next time you take a stroll through Nelson’s downtown core, watch out for an approximately 14-year-old grey, orange and white tortoiseshell domestic shorthair named Izzy, otherwise known to the local community as the Baker St. Cat. The former street stray, who spends most of her time in the 300 to 400 block, has a propensity for delivering mangled mouse carcasses to business owners and meanders daily wherever she pleases, walking amidst pedestrians and routinely checking in at her favourite haunts. “Izzy rules the roost,” Noreen Lynas of Cotton Creek Clothing told the Star. “She’ll challenge any dog, she’ll push the limits. I’ve seen her jump in the back of a delivery truck, climb into a kayak on the top of a car, she even jumped on the rumble seat of one of the cars at the Road Kings parade. She’s a character. Everybody knows her.” She’s also seen Izzy communing with the buskers and panhandlers on Baker St. “I’ve seen it where the buskers are playing in the amenity area, and Izzy will come check out the guitar case, sniff around, then she’ll just sit and listen.” Lynas first made Izzy’s acquaintance just shy of a decade ago, when she was in her former location in the 300 block. She’s now at 488 Baker. Izzy’s former local owner was an RCMP officer who rescued her from the middle of the highway on a rainy night—her life before that is a mystery—but she had since struck out to forge
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Nelson Star Staff The latest issue of Black Press’ popular lifestyles magazine Route 3 is now available on newsstands and at coffee shops around the region. The cover story by Will Johnson looks at TheLineUp, a live show at Nelson’s Shambhala Hall hosted by Jenna Raider that mixes interviews and performances. It also gives Selkirk College students experience at creating a TV show, as the segments are filmed and posted online. Sheri Regnier recounts the long history of the Trail Times, which turns 120 this year. Founded in 1895 by W.F. Thompson as the Trail Creek News, it has undergone several name and ownership changes but has always been an integral part of the community. Andrew Tripp takes us on a tour of Highway 3 through the West Boundary, stopping at his- 120 YEAR S toric buildings CASTLEGAR and sites along GEM ’S the way, includSUFFERFEST ing the Lawless ranch, the Celebratin Schorn house Kootenay tag at Bridesville, lent the McArthur home in Greenwood, the Rock Creek Hotel, and St. Mary’s Church. Betsy Kline writes about what might be Castlegar’s greatest jewel: Millennium Park, which boasts soccer fields, playground equipment, natural swimming pools, walking paths, and flower beds. The newest addition is the Celgar Pavilion, a multi-use facility featuring a covered picnic area and concession. Trisha Elliott talks to the founder of Sufferfest, the annual race between Nakusp, Kaslo, and New Denver which includes trail runs, mountain biking, cyclocross, and duathlon events. Created six years ago, the event continues to grow. Participants have tripled and there are plans for a new winter triathlon. Finally, Craig Lindsay examines how the first year has gone for the Grand Forks and Boundary Regional Agriculture Society’s mobile abattoir since passing inspection. Turns out it has been extremely busy and a boon to local ranchers. PEOPLE ARTS H OMES F OOD CU LTURE RECREA TION H ISTORY FALL 2015
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Izzy, a 14-year-old grey, orange and white tortoiseshell domestic shorthair spends most of her time on the 300 and 400 block of Baker St. Will Johnson photo
her own path. She now routinely sleeps at Cotton Creek Clothing. “She just sort of showed up one day. I had this tin of food for her and I didn’t want to leave it outside so I brought it inside and sure enough she showed up looking for food and stayed.” Otter Books manager Samara Nicoll told the Star they’ve been missing Izzy since Cotton Creek
Clothing moved down the street, because she comes by less often. “Izzy used to walk over every day and hang out with us. Sometimes the whole day she’d sit on one of the chairs, or in the window, and then she’d go searching for mice. I had a really nice rapport with her, and I would scratch her head while Continued on page 17
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Voter challenge picks up 14 communities
BILL METCALFE Nelson Star Fourteen communities have joined the Community Voter Challenge. That’s the contest among Kootenay Boundary municipalities and regional districts to see who can most raise their voter turnout percentage since the 2011 federal election. “I think it is going amazingly well,” said Mike Chapman of Nelson, one of the organizers. “The whole process has instilled some enthusiasm and excitement about voting and the democratic process. I am so impressed with people’s response to this. People really get it. It serves us all so well.” But there is still no response from CBC television performer Rick Mercer. The group has invited him to come and perform one of his rants in the winning community after the election. This was going to be the prize. The invitation took the form of a mock Mercer rant performed WEEKLY SPECIALS by Nelson actor Lucas Myers, SPECIALS - LADIES' NIGHT at the online version viewable SLAWEEKLY IC WEEKLY EWEEKLY PS YLSPECIALS KSPECIALS EE WAMONDAY selection of 7 appies for $7 each of WEEKLY SPECIALS MONDAY - LADIES' NIGHT Special cocktail for this $5 story at nelsonstar.com. THGIMONDAY N 'SMONDAY EIDAL- -LADIES' Y-ALADIES' DNOM NIGHT NIGHT A selection of 7 appies for $7 each “It was a bit scary trying to WEEKLY hcae 7A $ selection rMONDAY oAfSPECIALS sselection eippaof7-7fLADIES' oof n7oiappies tcefor leNIGHT s $7 A foreach $7 each appies TUESDAY - BURGER NIGHT Special cocktail for $5 be Rick Mercer,” Myers says. 5$ r o f l i a t k Special c o c l a i c cocktail e p S for $5 Specialofcocktail A selection 7 appiesfor for $7 each of 5 special burgers for $14.95 A$5 selection each MONDAY - LADIES' NIGHT TUESDAY BURGER NIGHT Special cocktail- for $5 But I found enough graffiti and THGof ITUESDAY N7AR TUESDAY EGRfor UB - 5Y-each A BURGER DSEU T NIGHT A selection appies $7 -of BURGER NIGHT WEDNESDAY - LOCALS' DAY selection special burgers for $14.95 each got me into character. It is hcae 5A 9.selection 41A$ selection rococktail f srof eg5ruof b 5la$5 icBURGER epburgers s 5 burgers fo nNIGHT ofor itc$14.95 efor les $14.95 A each eachHour Allthat TUESDAY -special Special for special Happy Day
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Turnout targets The number following each participant community in the following list is the 2011 federal election voter turnout percentage that each community is trying to beat.
Nelson funnyman Lucas Myers has recorded a Rick Mercer-style rant in the hopes that it will help entice the CBC television personality to visit whichever community wins the voter challenge. incredible that he does it in one take.” The Civic Theatre in Nelson is showing the Myers-as-Mercer rant before each of its evening movie screenings, and it’s getting lots of YouTube and social media play. Kiara Lynch, another organizer of the challenge, says even if they don’t snag Mercer, it’s okay. “Although it is supposed to be a competition, it is actually a massive regional collaboration,” she says. “What we are looking to do is boost voter turnout to
No. 1 in the country.” Some communities that joined the challenge are rural areas in the regional district. But their voter turnout in 2011 could not be calculated separately because of the way advance polls are counted during elections, so they have agreed to enter the challenge in partnership with a nearby town. Chapman says he is heartened by this collaboration between some of the communities. “This spirit of willingness is really big for me,” he said. “It
• Slocan, 73 • Kaslo and Area D, 70 • Rossland, 69 • New Denver, 67 • Fernie, 64 • Nelson and Areas E and F, 64 • Nakusp, 62 • Grand Forks, 62 • Castlegar and Areas I and J, 61
has helped create a conversation, a public conversation and the voter challenge has had a lot to do with that.” He said that spirit of conversation has been furthered by several libraries in the region holding voter registration evenings as part of the initiative.
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Nelson Star Staff RCMP say a 30-year-old Fruitvale man is dead after a boat struck a rock on Kootenay Lake near Riondel about 9 p.m. Sunday. Police from Kaslo and Creston responded along with other emergency services. Four people were on board at the time of the collision. One man died at the scene, while the other three were taken to hospital. Police didn’t indicate their condition and have released no other details about the circumstances of the tragedy.
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Rental scam active in Nelson Dear scam artist … H BILL METCALFE Nelson Star annah DeBoer-Smith, 22, who lives in Nelson and grew up here, was looking for a place to rent last month, so she put an ad on Kijiji and ilovenelson.com. In response she got an email from a person identifying herself as Bridget Gardner, telling DeboerSmith she had the perfect place for her, a three-bedroom house in Nelson for $550 per month. “She said she was out of the country,” DeBoer-Smith says, “and they really needed someone to look after their house. They sent me an application form, and I said I wanted more information, but they kept pushing the application form. They wanted a $200 security deposit. “I asked them if I could get pictures. I wanted to see if it was legit because I was hesitant.” She asked if she could book an appointment to see the house and was told they were in the U.S. working for the Christian Followers Crusade, that she would have to take it sight unseen, and that was why the price was so cheap. They sent her the address of the house in Rosemont. “So I Googled the house address and it came up on the RHC Realty website,” DeBoerSmith said. “The house was for sale. The scammers had taken the picture off that website. My family knows the realtor, Glen Darough, so I contacted him. DeBoer-Smith then posted a scam alert on ilovenelson and reported the matter to the police. Darough phoned his client, the owner of the house, Melissa Duarte, to warn her. “We got a call from our realtor,” says Duarte, “who said, ‘just to let you know, they stole photos of your house off my website and listed it as a rental.’ It makes me really uncomfortable, being involved in a scam. I credit Hannah for being so incredible.” The Star then sent an email to Bridget Gardner, from a reporter’s private email address. The house Gardner then tried to rent us is the same house — Duarte’s house. She wanted the security deposit and the first month’s rent — a total of $750. The Star eventually gave up on this email exchange because it’s not known where Gardner is or if she even exists, so there
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This was reporter Bill Metcalfe’s correspondence with someone who has been ripping off people looking for accommodation in Nelson, but seems unaware that the jig is up.
Bill Metcalfe, Sept. 29: I am looking for a rental in Nelson BC and I hear that you are a rental agency. I need a small one or two bedroom house close to downtown. Please let me know if you have anything. It’s really hard to find rentals in this town and I am pretty desperate. Bridget Gardner, Oct. 1: Just move in!!! All the work has been done and this affordable 3 bedroom half-duplex will provide comfortable living with upgraded windows & blinds, appliances, heating fixtures, paint inside & out, lighting, flooring, roof, and so much more. There are fantastic lake and valley views, and the rear yard is fenced, and includes an 18 x 12 patio deck with extra storage space plus lawn and bbq area I and my family used to live in the house but recently relocated due to transfer at my work place. I’m currently in Indianapolis, Indiana for an international Christian follower’s Crusade. Owning a home and taking good care of it has not been easy at all, that is why i am pleading that you take very good care of my house if you finally are the new occupant and treat the place like you own it, the price I am renting it out for is not a problem but i want you to keep it tidy all the time so that i will be glad to see it neat when i come to visit you when next i am in town. The house has been for sale for some time now but, my wife advised me to just rent it out
to a good person that can take care of it. I also want you to let me have trust in you as I always stand on my word. Extremely spacious rooms throughout with lots of big windows! New neutral paint and some newer carpet.....Very quiet location, low traffic area. New fridge. Its a perfect home for you. Utilities include Water, Trash, Sewer, Gas Etc.... ABOUT THE HOUSE No of bedrooms:3 No of bathrooms:2 Rental price: $550 per month and security Deposit is $200(Security Deposit is Refundable) Utilities included in monthly rent and Pets are Welcome. Bill Metcalfe, Oct. 1: Hi Bridget. This sounds like a great deal. It sounds from what you are saying that the house is vacant now. Is that true? Also, where would I send the security deposit and the application form? Bridget Gardner, Oct. 2: You should fill out the form and send back to me via email then the security deposit would be sent to us here in Indianapolis so, that we can arrange for the keys and
documents to be sent to you. Bill Metcalfe, Oct. 2: OK I will fill it out tomorrow but is there any way I can get a look at the inside of the house? Do you have anyone here who can do that? Bridget Gardner, Oct. 3: Glad to hear back from you. We want to thank you for the interest you have shown toward renting our house and i pray and believe that our house will be a blessing to you as soon as you move in. We are really grateful that finally someone will be renting our house, so we hope we are doing the right thing by trusting you with our property. Once you fill out the form, please send it back by email. The Property rent is so low because we needed someone to move in and take good care of the house while we are away. We want it to come to your notice that we spent a lot on this property so one thing i can assure you is that you will never regret renting from us. We have concluded on accepting payment of the first month of $550 and security deposit of $200 making a total of $750 for you to secure the house now and move in as soon as you are ready.
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was no likelihood of a major sting operation or an award for investigative journalism, or even justice. Chris O’Gorman of South Slocan encountered the same scam. He rents out a basement suite and recently found new tenants, but before they moved in, he got a surprising phone call.
“Hi, this is Charlene, I’m the one who’s moving into your apartment.” The problem was, O’Gorman’s new tenant wasn’t named Charlene. And it wasn’t Tom either. A few days later: “Hi, this is Tom, you’ve been emailing with my girlfriend. I’m the guy moving into your place.”
O’Gorman doesn’t know whether Charlene or Tom paid the scammer any money. When DeBoer-Smith reported her scam to the Nelson Police Department, she spoke with dispatcher Terry Kidd, who gave her some oft-heard but still valuable advice: “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.”
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In Brief RDCK exercises emergency response muscles The Regional District of Central Kootenay responded to a hypothetical train derailment and chemical spill at Procter last week as part of a table-top exercise to tests its role in emergency response. “This exercise demonstrates the RDCK’s commitment to being as prepared as we possibly can be for emergency events,” RDCK chair Karen Hamling said in a prepared statement. “Our public’s safety is our first priority.” Twelve RDCK staff members and two elected officials took part in the exercise as well as several representatives from the RCMP, the Ministry of Environment, CP Rail, emergency social services, and first responders from the Nelson, Balfour, Beasley and Tarry fire departments. In addition to strengthening partnerships among the agencies involved, the scenario enabled participants to exercise response protocols and procedures, prepare evacuation plans, and develop communications. “While we never hope to have a real emergency, exercises such as this one help us to deal with them should they arise,” Hamling said.
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City creates heritage award Submitted to the Nelson Star The City of Nelson will be presenting an annual heritage award to an individual, group, or collective who have made an outstanding contribution towards the preservation and/or promotion of Nelson's heritage, and to reward and encourage initiatives in support of it. The winner will be announced at the City of Nelson’s annual reception on Dec. 14. The award comes with a $1,000 honorarium. Applications and nominations may be for individuals or groups working in the heritage field. Preference will be given to those whose work has occurred within the last calendar year. “Heritage often brings to mind historical buildings, artifacts and archeological sites,” says Stephanie Fischer, chair of the Cultural Development Committee. “However, the concept of cultural heritage has grown over time to include evidence of human creativity and expression as well as the natural environment. Heritage also consists of immaterial elements such as traditions, oral history, traditional craftsmanship and knowledge transmitted from generation to generation. “We are delighted the city is recognizing community members and organizations who are involved with preserving all aspects of our heritage and creating a greater understanding and appreciation of our common history.” The city’s heritage working group has established this new award to recognize and publicly appreciate individuals, groups, businesses, or other organizations who have demonstrated leadership in heritage restoration, renewal, or promotion, and to acknowledge the contribution heritage makes to the City of Nelson’s vitality, well-being, and identity. Deadline for submissions is Oct. 30. Contact cultural development officer Joy Barrett at cultural@ nelson.ca for an application/nomination form.
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Seniors advocate ‘gobsmacked’
Isobel Mackenzie introduces herself to Nelson residents during a packed open house
Will Johnson Nelson Star BC seniors advocate Isobel Mackenzie spoke to a packed house at the Best Western in Nelson last week, explaining to those gathered the objectives of her newly-created office and outlining how she plans to address seniors’ concerns in the Kootenays. “When I first took this job — and I have travelled outside cities, but that was as a vacation — it was my first time going out and talking to people about their experiences in the communities where they live,” Mackenzie said. “It’s simply gobsmacking to see the modest expectations people who live in rural BC have, and our lack of an ability to even meet those expectations.” That’s where she comes in. Mackenzie’s mandated responsibilities include monitoring the provision of seniors’ services in the areas of health, personal services, housing, transportation and income supports. But there’s one particular issue that’s been drawing most of her attention so far: housing. “I was blown away by the concern over housing that exists among seniors. Some is perceived, some is projecting to the future, and some of it is real,” she said, using current statistics from Victoria and Vancouver to illustrate her point. In both cities the shelter aid for elderly renters cap is lower than the price of the average one-bedroom. “And their incomes aren’t
Seniors advocate Isobel Mackenzie spoke to a packed house at the Best Western last week. Will Johnson photo going up, right? If you’re on pension income you’re getting incremental cost-of-living increases, but rent in this province is allowed to increase by cost of living plus two per cent. We do have rent control, but it’s beyond
the rate of inflation.” She said the government needs to be made aware of “the unintended consequences of things.” As for rural housing, she put it thusly: “The problem
with rural BC is there’s nothing to rent.” And according to her, that makes no sense. “I don’t subscribe to the notion that people choose to live where they live, because it occurs to me that this province has a whole plan that includes people living in rural British Columbia. If we want our plants and natural resources extracted then we need people to do that and they’re not going to move here if they don’t think they can live here for the rest of their lives.” Mackenzie shared a number of statistics and the results of studies her office has been doing on seniors, and said some results were surprising. “When you add it all together the story you see is two-thirds of people over the age of 85 are living independently with no ongoing government-funded support.” So not every senior is living in residential care or a hospital, as some may think. “We have this impression that it’s all about health care, and we have to remember that the vast majority of seniors are living independently and that’s what we need to focus on. We need to talk care of the frail and the vulnerable, but not forget the folks who just need a little help to live independently.” She also dispelled the myth that most seniors live alone: “Really it’s only about 26 per cent.” She said the government is sympathetic to seniors’ concerns, and she’s going to work hard to address them. “I don’t think anybody’s unsympathetic to this issue. I think government is really struggling with this. And this is just my observation, but a lot of the people making decisions, the bureaucratic support, live in urban areas like Victoria and I think that’s reflected in some of the decisions they’ve made.”
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PROPOSED STREET CLOSURE NOTICE OF INTENT TO PROCEED WITH HIGHWAY ABANDONMENT FOR A 211.5 SQUARE METRE STRIP OF THE 700 BLOCK OF KOOTENAY STREET Please take notice that Nelson City Council intends to close and stop to traffic and abandon the use of a 211.5 square meter strip in the west side of the 700 Block of Kootenay Street as a street/road right of way. This portion of the roadway has never been developed for use as a road. Once the high abandonment process is complete, the City will sell the property to the adjacent land owner at 224 Silica Street. Under the provisions of the Community Charter, Nelson City Council will accept comments and representations from the public on this initiative prior to adopting the required bylaw. Should you wish to submit a comment about the proposal, please do so in writing by 12 noon on Friday, October 23rd, 2015. You may submit your comments to the Administration Office, City Hall, Suite 101-310 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5S4 or email to flong@nelson.ca. Please ensure your comments include your name, address and telephone number/email address. If you have any questions about this matter, please call (250)352-8254 during regular business hours. Frances Long Director of Corporate Services
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The coalition solution Being a serious fan of co-operation/collaboration I decided to Google a list of coalition governments in the world. To my surprise I didn’t even get past Europe as it turns out Britain is the only country in Europe that isn’t governed by a coalition. Incredible! These are some of the most functional democracies in the world: France, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands, Belgian, Denmark, Norway, and Iceland. So why would a coalition government be viewed as dysfunctional, if not a systemic failure here in Canada? In our current government the Conservatives received 39 per cent of the 60 per cent who voted — less than one in four Canadians. Does it really benefit us that one-quarter of the population should dictate to the other three-quarters? The Conservative government under Stephen Harper has redefined Canada in a manner that is more like the US under George Bush than the historical Canada I know. This is no longer the traditional Conservative Party of John Diefenbaker, Robert Stanfield or Joe Clark but rather a hybrid Conservative party strongly influenced by the Wild Rose and Reform parties. I believe the healthiest outcome in this election is an NDP/Liberal coalition government. The Liberals have moved left while the NDP have moved towards the centre. Not such a huge task to blend their ideas and have a country that represents at least two-thirds of the population. And given they both support proportional representation as an electoral system, this would open the doors for the Green Party to become a much stronger voice and allow many Canadians to vote for the party they think best represents their values in the years to come. This will only happen if people vote strategically: who is the best candidate — Liberal, NDP or Green —in each riding to defeat the Conservatives and give us a coalition government that represents a majority of Canadians? In our riding (Kootenay Columbia) that is the NDP. I am Green but will be voting NDP just as I would be voting Liberal if they had the better chance to win. Given there is likely to be a minority government, I am committed to support our newly-
Council considers long list of goals
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t is a privilege to have the opportunity to write a column for the local paper. With this privilege comes responsibility. It is never an easy task to pick out a couple of issues to highlight because there are so many items that require council consideration. Council’s bylaw priority list, which can be found on the city’s website, has 17 bylaws which have been identified as needing council action to be updated or implemented. Staff are always working to streamline the bylaw approval process, and are now trying to consolidate all of the city’s fees and charges into a single bylaw. This list includes bylaws which regulate our parks, sewers, storm drains, animal control, clean air, airport, business licences, property maintenance, sign regulations, our public wharf, and advisory committees. Also on this list are new bylaws to be considered. They include a new standards of maintenance bylaw, a bylaw to address aggressive panhandling, a bylaw to regulate beekeeping and hen-keeping, a good neighbour bylaw and a bylaw to deal with issues of medical marijuana. This month council will meet for two days for the purpose of setting strategic priorities for the next few years. We will review our short and long term goals for meeting our strategic objectives and organization-wide goals. elected MP work to form a coalition government immediately after the election and act on their promise for proportional representation. Russell Precious Sunshine Bay
Vote NDP to ensure new electoral system Our first-past-the-post election system creates a very undemocratic result. The Green Party, for instance, with maybe five per cent of the popular national vote, has one MP out of over 300: That is 0.3 per cent of parliament, which is a far cry from five per cent. The solution to this situation lies
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our facilities, reviewing our district energy plans, sanitary and storm infrastructure upgrades, water smart plans, Nelson Hydro infrastructure upgrades, library strategic plans, climate adaptation recommendations, IT plans, and plans to deal with traffic, developing an invasive weed strategy, reviewing our recycling services, extending broadband, and reviewing collective agreements and responsibilities of council portfolios. So I’m guessing that with this impressive list of areas that require the consideration of council and staff we will keep busy and continue to bring these issues forward for public discussion, consultation and determination. How Nelson city council responds to the issues of the day or plans to meet the challenges of tomorrow is and should be a collaborative effort. Your mayor and councillors live in your community and are accessible. Send us an email, give us a call, talk to us on the street or better still attend a council meeting or a community engagement process. We want to know your thoughts after all we are working for you, to make Nelson the best it can be. Please remember your vote makes a difference on the 19th get out and vote!
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Council Comment There is a list of 29 subjects that require our consideration, including reviewing our financial plan, developing strategies to grow our tax base, addressing inequities in provincial/federal funding, identifying opportunities to make efficiency gains in our service delivery, determining how we can best increase housing stock across all categories including rentals and affordable housing units, reviewing the steps needed to implement our downtown/waterfront plan, reviewing steps needed to implement our community energy and climate change plan, developing and implementing a compost project in Nelson, developing a funding strategy for maintaining
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in proportional representation. The Liberals, the New Democrats and the Greens all support such a change. The Conservatives do not. We need to send a non-Conservative to parliament. In our Kootenay-Columbia riding the contest is basically between the Conservatives and the New Democrats, each of which is polling around 38 per cent while the Liberals are at 13 per cent and the Greens at 11 per cent. This means a vote for the Liberals or Greens is giving up our chance to get the Harper government out. Whether you like or dislike Tom Mulcair and Wayne Stetski, the NDP need our support so that they can fol-
low through with their commitment to bring in proportional representation, a democratic solution. In four years’ time the Greens will then have a chance of being fairly represented. Bob Dean Nelson The fact remains in our KootenayColumbia riding, a vote for anyone other than the NDP is a vote for Stephen Harper. Our electoral system is based solely on the first past the post, not proportional representation. The vast majority of us want a government left of the Conservatives. In our riding only the NDP have a chance of beating the Conservatives, and being the first past the post.
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Even though my heart is with the Greens and my head is with the Liberals, I will be voting NDP because I cannot stand the thought of my Canada turning into a fear-mongering, anti-immigrant, anti-feminist, non-inclusive, anti-science, state that panders to the super rich. Robin Goldsbury Nelson
Better to vote for what you want and not get it
There has been much discussion about strategic voting in some local papers of late, so I would just like to add my secondhand wisdom. I’m not sure whose quote it is but it surely is a good one. “It is better to vote for what you want and not get it, than to vote for what you don’t want and get it.” I am still predicting that Stephen Harper will find a way to “do an interview” during the blackout period, on the day of the election to appeal to Canadian patriotism, or possibly Canadian fear. He got away with it last election so why not? I wouldn’t rule out a last minute phoney terrorist threat either ... beware, don’t get sucked in. I am voting with a peace sign, not an X. Rod Retzlaff Glade
Paying the climate change invoice
Well before the Industrial Revolution, renewable energy was the norm, including woodlot management and millpond development. When fossil fuels and nuclear power hit the scene, cost was the controlling factor in driving those non-renewable energy sources forward. We now understand that our global concept of cost was ill-informed. Since the Industrial Revolution we have been invoiced for the real cost of non-renewable fossil-based energy. That invoice is climate change — we just did not understand the fine print. As a local and global society, we need leaders willing to legislate policies to pay off that debt, with a strong commitment toward noncarbon based energy sources. The choices have been evident for some time — the leadership has not. That has to change. Amanda J. Bath Kaslo
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As the legal counsel to the family of the late Peter de Groot, I have been asked by the de Groot family to distribute the following statement by the family on the anniversary of his shooting death on Thanksgiving Day, Oct. 13, 2014: “We would like to thank every person that gave their love and support over the course of this most traumatic and difficult year. We would like to remember our brother today for the honourable person that he was and we hope that he rests with the knowledge that he was dearly loved. Peter’s family of animals has been relocated to family property and will be cared for there in perpetuity. “We are still waiting on any results of the investigation from the Independent Investigations Office of BC. Our perspective and our position on the matter remains unchanged. Thank you for continuing to respect our privacy.” Donald J. Sorochan, QC Vancouver
Re: “A step backwards for the Green Party,” and “Drunk drivers deserve harsh sentence,” Letters, Oct. 7 Roger Pratt wrote an eyeopening and thoughtful letter. I was already aware of some of the points he brought up, but not all of them. I urge any area residents who are truly interested in wellness and healthy living to take the time to read his letter, if you have not already done so. What I would like to add to his excellent letter is this: Why are no election candidates promoting a healthier lifestyle, moving away from the need for so many questionable prescription drugs, surgeries, etc. and towards a better system that promotes, encourages and rewards people who are trying to stay healthy (by not smoking, eating healthy foods, exercising, taking supplements as opposed to drugs) and not adding to the burden of an already beleaguered and all too often ineffective “health” care system, as it now stands? As things are now, it is the exact opposite. And, why are naturopaths not given the same respect as allopathic doctors, with health care premiums covering visits to them as well? The other letter that I wanted to comment on was written by Larry Vezina. Mr. Vezina, my heart goes out to you and your family, for the tragic events you have survived and continue to still live with. I agree, the carnage must stop, in terms of drunk drivers being let off so lightly, again and again, when they cause accidents that impact the lives of innocent people. A vehicle can be just as deadly as a loaded gun, certainly when it is being driven by someone who is impaired. Why these kinds of light sentences continue to be doled out, sending a clear message that drunk
The yin and yang of voting Our challenge is the emotional need to believe the “universe” (or creator) will respond to the expression of what is truly in my “heart” … and an unwillingness to dirty this ethereal concept (yang in Taoism) with the messy truth on the ground (yin) and to vote in a more mature strategic way, based on how the system currently works, rather than how it should work, so that we can change the electoral system to a proportional one. Then needed players, like the Green party, will evolve to become one of the major players as they have in many other first world nations. Andre Piver Procter
driving is not really being taken seriously, is a mystery to me. What will it take for judges and politicians to finally put an end to this insanity? Does it need to happen in their own families before they wake up? I am so sorry for what happened to your wife and daughter and also to your whole family. All of you were affected by a tragedy that should have never happened. G.H. Hartman Nelson
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Ideas for Railtown I’m writing again to suggest a solution for the renos needed to update the structure used for the Saturday market at Cottonwood Falls Park. There are three homes slated to be demolished in Railtown. Why not use the reclaimed building supplies to renovate the existing structure? The roofing seems to be quite new and looks to be enough for the structure. Like I said in my previous letter, about 90 per cent of vendors in attendance on the day I petitioned to keep the existing structure until funds are available for a new one signed it. Two vendors said they wouldn’t attend the market with only temporary shelter. I understand this as I vended on a rainy day under a market tent — my merchandise got very wet! One man said he would volunteer to do the electrical renos needed. Volunteers will surface if you decide to renovate. Or if you don’t like that idea, here’s another suggestion to address the affordable housing shortage. This idea is in line with the model of Habitat for Humanity. In exchange for putting in the labour to renovate the houses in Railtown slated to be demolished, the people involved can buy the homes or rent them for an affordable rate. June Hamley Nelson
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Stacey of the Civic Theatre, Oct. 24, Adventure Hotel 616 Vernon, 10 a.m.
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Dances of Universal Peace, live music, no experience necessary, dances and walks with singing, representing spiritual traditions from the world over, Oct. 25, 3 to 5 p.m. 602 Kootenay St. More info: 250-354-4288. Explore the beauty of the night sky through two astronomy telescopes at the Starry Night Astronomy Program at Taghum Hall, Oct 16 weather permitting, at 7 p.m. More info: 354-1586
Oct 16th - Desert Dwellers and Kalya Scintilla On Sale Soon! Oct 17th - RA The Rugged Man w Dope Sounds Entertainment
Oct 23rd - Ben Caplan & The Casual Smokers w Dirt Floor Oct 31st - Hallowe’en with Shred Kelly + guest
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Nov 4th - Big Sugar w guests- On Sale Soon! Nov 6th - Buckman Coe Band
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Nov 23rd - Born Ruffians - w Young Rival Nov 27th - The Funk Hunters w guests - On Sale Soon!
Nov 28th - Craig Cardiff w guests- On Sale Soon! Dec 4th - Stickybuds w guests- On Sale Soon!
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Tween Frightfest at Nelson Library. Spooky stories, gross games, slimy treats for 9 to 12 year olds. Oct. 28, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register online at nelsonlibrary.ca.
Balfour Church Guild coffee party, art show, and 1st annual flower festival, Oct. 17, 10 to 12 noon, at Balfour Hall. Fund-raising for both local and international causes, coffee, baked goods, local art and more. More info: sunnyolson27@yahoo.ca or 250-229-4550.
Halloween Hullabaloo at Nelson Library for goblins, ghosts and ghouls from 6 to 8 years old, Oct 29, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Scary and not-so-scary stories, spooktacular games and monster munch popcorn! Register online at nelsonlibrary.ca. Costumes optional.
Nelson and District Hospice Society 1st Annual Workathon. Fall cleanups for elders and others in need, Oct. 17. To volunteer, donate, or receive this service: 250-352-2337 or jane@nelsonhospice.org. Line dancing with June and Marge, Oct. 19, 1 p.m. Christ Lees Hall, 701 Gordon Road. More info: 250-352-1836 Fun Run & Hike Up Pulpit Rock Oct. 18, $10 entry fee goes to the trail maintenance program. Gift certificates for the fastest runners, and free draw prizes. Registration 9 a.m. at the trailhead.
Dec 18th - Selkirk Music College Celebration
Dec 31st - The Dirty Gramophones New Years Bash
Jubilee Manor Tea and Bake Sale, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 500 Beasley St. West, $4.00. More info: ericflo2@gmail.com.
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Pumpkin Patch Story Time, Nelson Library for 3 to 5 year olds, part of regular story time 10:15 Oct. 28, call 250-352-8283 to register.
Kootenay and Boundary Food Producers Coop, one-year anniversary celebration on Oct. 17 with a launch at the Taghum Hall at 6 p.m.
West Kootenay Ostomy Support Group Oct. 19 at Trail hospital, 2 to 4 p.m., free. More info: 250-368-9827.
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Nelson Womens’ Centre annual fall open house, Oct. 27, 4 to 6 p.m. 420 Mill St., all ages and genders welcome. Nelson Public Library celebrates its 95th birthday Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. with fun, enterttainment, door prizes, delicious food, and the launch of a gorgeous new cookbook with a literary twist, Pairings: a compendium of beloved recipes and books from the chefs of Nelson.
Museum educator volunteer orientation at Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History, Oct. 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 502 Vernon St. Please RSVP Jessica@touchstonesnelson.ca or 250-352-9813 ext.275. Friends of the Nelson Library book sale, 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23 and 10 to 2 p.m. Oct. 24, Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St., gently used adult, youth and children’s books, music, games and puzzles. Book donations accepted until Oct 17. Canadian Federation of University Women regular meeting with guest speaker Eleanor
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through everyday challenges and reduce risk of another stroke. To register: 1-888-4734636. Eating in Harmony with the Autumn, Ellison’s Market, Oct. 17, 10 a.m. Join Cedar, integrative health coach, to discuss cooking methods and food choices for fall. More info: 250-505-7420. Halloween Worm Composting for the whole family Oct. 31, 10 a.m. at Ellison’s Market. Children are welcome to dress in their costumes and make their own little cauldron of worms to take home and make some black magic soil for their gardens. Free, limited space, 250-505-7420 to sign up.
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People in Pain Support Group, Shambhala Meditation Centre 812 Stanley St., 1:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. More info: dick@pipain.com. La Leche League Nelson provides breastfeeding information and support to moms and soon-to-be-moms at 1:00 on the third Monday of each month at The Family Place, 312 Silica St. More info: 352-3583.
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Low cost dental applications will be accepted Oct. 26 at the Seniors Coordinating office 719 Vernon St., 10 a.m. noon. More info: 250-352-6008. Kids’ Art Expo: kids up to 13 years old are invited to submit their art (original photo, drawing, painting etc.) to be hung at the Kootenay Lake Medical Walk-in Clinic, Oct. 1 to 31. More Info: 250-352-3225 or whitney. lora@gmail.com.
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Living with Stroke, a free eight-week facilitated program to help those who have had a stroke, and their caregivers. Oct. 2 to Nov. 13, 10 a.m. to noon Fridays. Learn to work
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #51 invites guests to enjoy billiards, snooker, shuffleboard, big-screen television for sports, barbecues, monthly celebrations, beverage room, darts (Wednesdays 7:30 p.m.), meat draws and karaoke (Saturdays, 3:30 p.m.) and cribbage (Sundays 1 p.m.). More info: rclbr51@telus.net or 250-352-7727.
Nelson Women’s Centre Rooted in Community Volunteer Training, Tuesdays and Thursdays Oct. 20 to Nov. 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m., free. More info: leah@nelsonwomenscentre.com or 250-352-9916. Nelson Chess Club, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson Seniors Association (next to the Civic Centre), 717 Vernon St. All ages and levels are welcome. Nelson Hospice Grief Support Series, Thursdays 6 p.m. 402 West Richards St. For anyone who is experiencing grief due to the death of someone they love. Hosted by trained Nelson Hospice volunteers. More info: 250-352-2337 . Alcoholics Anonymous holds early morning, noon hour and evening meetings on specific days at 717A Vernon Street (in the Cellar downstairs). More info: 250-352-3391. Al-Anon Family Group meets twice weekly. Wednesday noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon St. and Friday 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front St. at the side basement. The only requirement is that you have a relative or friend with alcoholism. For more: 250-352-3747.
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Letters No excuse for not voting As a young person, I am happy to say that I voted. I am looking forward to the day when the Conservatives are not in power. But I am shocked with how many people I have talked to lately that have told me they are not voting. I understand that no matter who you vote for, the government always wins. But in this case, I urge you to use your right to vote to oppose a government that does not care about people, which uses fear-mongering and outright racism to gain votes (in the case of the niqab). Other parties have campaigned on the promise to enact proportional representation if elected which will bring this country closer to the semblance of a true democracy. We can’t have 39 per cent of voters determining how Canada is run (which is what happened in the last federal election). My idealism tells me to vote Green but I understand that if we want to remove Stephen Harper from power it is important to vote strategically for the candidate in our riding that has the best chance of beating the Conservative MP. Use your postal code at votetogether.ca for information and recent polls regarding your riding. I urge all people, young and old, to vote and to encourage others to
do so as well. I’m sick of hearing that you “don’t care,” or you “vote every day of your life,” or you’re “not interested,” or complain when the Conservatives get re-elected. The apathy is gross. If you care an ounce about the future, the environment, freedom (Bill C-51!), indigenous rights, women’s rights, social services, education, healthcare, the arts, CBC, etc., please take 15 minutes out of your day to vote. Voting is the easiest step! It’s not radical to vote. It’s just a small part of the whole. M.A. Murphy Nelson
Sticking to principles could result in status quo There are different reasons for voting. One is to support the party you like best — that is, to vote “on principle,” whatever the consequences, which sometimes means the candidate you support has no chance of winning. This, you might say, is a vote from the heart, expressing one’s convictions, despite the lack of practical impact. A second reason is to vote in the hope of defeating a party that you actively dislike. To do this often means abandoning your first choice and going for your second or occasionally even third choice,
if one of these parties has the best chance of preventing “the worst” from happening. This, alas, is the messy way politics frequently works. Thus in parts of anglophone eastern Canada many NDP sympathizers will have to consider voting Liberal as the only feasible way to defeat a Conservative. In Kootenay-Columbia, Green and Liberal supporters are in a bind. Their leaders have shown considerable strength and each has put forward some credible, thoughtful, and progressive policies. But there’s no way that either can win here. It makes sense that Conservative David Wilks has let slip a few kind words for the Greens, for every Green vote increases his chances of re-election. Take just one major issue — the environment. The policies of the Greens, Liberals, and NDP overlap to some extent. They share certain environmental commitments — commitments that are almost entirely rejected by the Conservatives. Elizabeth May has acknowledged that either a Liberal or NDP government would be an improvement on Stephen Harper. Political principles are fine, but sometimes sticking to them too rigidly is simply a way of maintaining the status quo. Bob Malcolmson Nelson
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TAMARA HYND Nelson Star The Nelson Leafs had plenty to be thankful for this past weekend, after two wins in three home games. “And tough games, which were good for us,” said assistant coach Greg Andrusak. The Leafs gave the Okanagan division-leading Summerland Steam a paddling they won’t soon forget, winning 4-2 Sunday. The Steam’s Riley Pettitt scored the singular goal in the first period, which only fired up the Leafs in the second as Nolan Percival brought the score to 1-1. A second Leafs goal by Nicholas Ketola moved them ahead 2-1. In the third, the Steam came onto the ice raging, with Matthew Monk soon scoring on Leafs goalie Patrick Ostermann. (Fellow Leafs goalie Joseph Barton is out with an injury after Saturday’s game against Beaver Valley.) The 2-2 score propelled fierce pressure from both Clockwise from top left: The Nelson Leafs vanquished Summerland 4-2 on Sunday, blasted Golden 9-3 on teams. It was a physical game Friday, and fell to Beaver Valley 6-4 on Saturday. Tamara Hynd photos with dozens of solid hits from both sides. Leafs swept away by play during the game. “It’s easy to play well when Nitehawks The tension turned to a roarThe Nitehawks led 2-0 head- your linemates are playing as ing celebration when Leafs caping into the second period on well as they are,” said Davie. “We tain Rayce Miller broke the tie On Saturday, the Leafs blew goals by McKoy Hauck and Tyler had good chemistry tonight and with a goal with seven minutes a 4-2 third period lead against Hartman. every time we were five-on-five, left. the Beaver Valley Nitehawks and In the second the Leafs began which was rare, we succeed.” The Steam pulled their goalie wound up losing 6-4. to put the puck in BV’s net with However, midway through in a last-ditch effort to survive, The Leafs took four straight goals by Austin Anselmo (which the third Davie was tossed from but the Leafs managed to pull minor penalties in the third and prompted a cascade of bras be- the game, assessed a slashing the puck away from their end, the Nitehawks pounced, scoring ing flung onto the ice for breast penalty and a game misconduct. and as a result, Eamonn Miller two power play goals. After the cancer awareness), Chernenkoff, Davie said it came as a surscored in the empty net for a final whistle, referees had to keep and Miller. With the tides turned prise. final score of 4-2. players apart. to 3-2 for the Leafs, they contin“I took a two-hander to the Even so, with 40 seconds McLellan said he couldn’t ued to put the pressure on the nuts and next thing you know left, the Okanagan team almost comment on what went wrong Nitehawks in the final minute I’m being taken out of the game. scored. in the third. of the second, trying to capital- I have zero explanation why and Head coach Dave McLellan “It’s pretty tough to win a ize on a power play but failed I’d love one,” he said. said the Leafs’ work ethic made game with that many penalties to score. Davie’s ejection turned into a the difference, adding that solid at a critical time,” he said. Leafs forward Jo Davie scored three-game suspension for abuse defence by Kyle Chernenkoff McLellan credited Jo Davie, less than a minute into the third of an official, otherwise known and Aigne McGeady-Bruce Kyle Chernenkoff and in par- on the power play to bring the were instrumental in the win. ticular Eamonn Miller for their score to 4-2. Continued on page 11
KIJHL • 2015-16 STANDINGS and STATISTICS NEIL MURDOCH DIVISION TEAM GP W L Beaver Valley 10 8 2 Castlegar 10 8 2 Nelson 10 5 5 Grand Forks 12 3 8 Spokane 12 2 7
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LEAF LEADERS PLAYERS Brendan Smith Jordan Davie Eamonn Miller Andy Fitzpatrick Rayce Miller Nick Novin Maximilian Daerendinger Kyle Chernenkoff
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GOALTENDERS GP W L T AVG SV% Patrick Ostermann 3 2 0 0 2.36 .914 Joseph Barton 6 3 3 0 2.84 .911
LEAGUE LEADERS PLAYERS TEAM Cole Keebler Fer Rainer Glimpel Oso Alec Wilkinson Cre Eric Buckley Kim Jason Richter Kim Jack Mills Sum Logan Mostat Cha Justin Peers Fer Kurtis Redding Spo Jared Marchi Kim Carson Cartwright Kim Darren Medeiros Cas
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as harassment. But neither McLellan or Davie knew what he did to deserve it. The Nitehawks scored four goals in the third, including two by Brett Roberts, who iced the game with an empty netter Leafs goalie Joseph Barton was replaced by newly-acquired backup Patrick Ostermann with less than eight minutes left in the game after suffering an injury. Ostermann, of Calgary, played for Columbia Valley last season.
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The latest sports hit, pickleball is played out weekly at the Mary Hall gym. With new events added, you can now play Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until noon and Sundays from noon until 3 p.m. New players are always welcome and the club supplies paddles, balls and instruction. Put it on your list this week to try out a new sport! If pickleball isn’t your flavour, squash is an excellent racquet sport that is back in a big way this fall! The club is welcoming new and returning members as they prepare to reopen the two lower courts and newly renovated lounge. Keep up with squash activities and get in touch for lessons through nelsonsquashclub.com. The club reopens Nov. 1 with opportunities for men’s, women’s
and Gun Club). Plan to attend the AGM from 10 to 11 a.m. and be first to see the items being sold at the ski swap. For all the details, go to nelsonnordicski.ca.
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and beginner leagues along with lessons and a juniors program. The second floor space (above the Royal Hotel on Baker) is licensed and available to rent for private functions. Watch for news of their upcoming grand re-opening! Moving on to the outdoor sports, there will be snow in Nelson this year so plan to get out and get involved in Nordic and/or alpine skiing! The Nelson Nordic Ski Club is holding their membership drive Nov. 5, 6, and 8 at the Chahko-Mika Mall with the ski swap and AGM on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Rad and Fun Club (aka Rod
The Whitewater Ski Team is open for early bird registration until Nov. 15. After that, prices increase and registration will depend on the availability of coaches.
Don’t miss out on the fun — go to whitewaterskiteam.ca for a full description of programs for skiers of all ages. The annual ski swap will be held on Sunday, Nov. 8 at Hume School. Join the team as they host Canada’s premiere of the Warren Miller movie Chasing Shadows at the Civic Theatre on Oct. 26. Show times are 6:30 and 9 p.m. and there are door prizes!
Remember, if you’re planning on driving over mountain passes, get those winter tires on! Happy living everyone.
Nancy Quackenbush is a director of the Nelson Regional Sports Council and co-president of the Nelson Nordic Ski Club. Game On appears here every other week.
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Come have a The Trafalgar Thunder girls volleyball team is, from left, Faith Meisner, Jaylen Rushton, Lauren Hartridge, Alexis Dyck, Semegn Atkinson, Ruby Linnen, Ivie Lock Luttmer, Abby Jackson, Teigan Barnhart, Addis Atkinson, Ella Peloso, Sarah Shah, Gabby Bobby, Nicola Anderson, and Farrah Marzicola. Staci Proctor photo
Trafalgar Thunder dominate first tourney
TAMARA HYND Nelson Star The Trafalgar Thunder girls volleyball team dominated their first tournament of the 2015 season, winning 12 of 13 games at Mount Sentinel on Thursday. Although it is a Grade 8 league, the Thunder have two Grade 6 and three Grade 7 students on
their team. The Thunder travel to different schools during the week with two teams made up of 15 players with only three subs, which coach Staci Proctor said is low compared to other years. The school usually has 24 players, but in spite of the lowest numbers yet, Proctor said they are still strong.
A coach for over 10 years, as well as a former Trafalgar student, Proctor has started a volleyball academy for their Long Life Explorations curriculum. With 33 girls and one boy practicing two extra hours a week, Proctor suspects this is probably why they have been successful early in the season.
Other than that the Thunder practice twice a week for half an hour during lunch as Proctor said there are too many conflicting activities after school. Their season runs until the end of November with a West Kootenay tournament at Mount Sentinel. The Thunder are the reigning champions.
run and hike up Pulpit. Designed as both a race and fitness challenge, participants can either run the entire distance to Pulpit Rock and beyond to the next rock viewpoint called the flagpole or join the majority who just want to enjoy the day with a hike on the trail. An entry fee will go to the Friends of Pulpit Rock Society and be used for the maintenance program needed for the much-used trail. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the trailhead on Johnstone Rd. Parking is limited so participants are asked to park at the North Shore schoolyard and walk or bicycle. In addition to gift certificates for fastest runners, there will be tons of free draw prizes.
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Submitted to the Nelson Star Pulpit Rock Trail has been a popular hiking destination for more that 30 years. With recent trail improvements such as wooden and rock stairs the trail is more popular than ever with up to 30,000 hikers caught on the Friends of Pulpit Rock Societies’ motion detector per year. Some hikers use the trail frequently through the week, making use of the outing as part of their fitness program. The trail is used by all ages from four year olds who make the trip on their own to babies being carried by mom or dad to get that little extra workout with the weight. This Sunday there’s a fun
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Guy Woods, Chris Kölmel, Betty Hohn and Dave St. Denis, members of the Friends of Pulpit Rock Society, replaced the flag on the Pulpit Rock trail last Friday. The flag flies high above Nelson at the top of the flagpole trail. Chris Kölmel photo
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Nelson Public Library celebrates 95th birthday with book launch
Submitted to the Nelson Star n 1920 the League of Nations was founded, Arthur Meighen became Canada’s ninth prime minister, Agatha Christie published her first mystery, and Nelson celebrated its first official library. On Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., the Nelson Public Library celebrates its 95th birthday with fun, entertainment, door prizes, delicious things to eat, and the launch of a new cookbook with a literary twist. All are invited. The evening’s entertainment includes the appearance of Gretchen Hatt Gibson, daughter of hotel proprietor Edwin Phair (the library stands on the former site of the Phair hotel) played by Susan LeFebour, plus some musical surprises. Displays, door prizes, and plenty of time for socializing are all part of the
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program. The event is also the official launch of the library’s new book Pairings: a compendium of beloved recipes and books from the chefs of Nelson. The gorgeous 144-page full colour cookbook features inspired recipes from 27 Nelson chefs with mouthwatering photographs by David Gluns, as well as
reading recommendations from the chefs themselves. Appetizers and desserts provided by Nelson’s restaurants are on the evening’s menu. Copies of the cookbook will be for sale, with proceeds to benefit the library’s collections. Books and reading
have been a part of Nelson’s history since news agent Gilbert Stanley became custodian of Nelson’s first reading room in 1891. By 1899 a Nelson Miner reporter had trouble finding his way through the library — by then located at Baker and Ward streets — because of the crowds. Now in the digital age, the library has changed dramatically, but some things have stayed the same. “The Nelson Public Library remains one of the busiest small libraries in the province,” says chief librarian June Stockdale. “We’re tremendously proud of our library, and we’re expecting a great turnout to celebrate this milestone birthday.” ABOVE: The new library cookbook Pairings receives its launch on Oct. 27 during the Nelson library’s 95th birthday party.
Submitted to the Nelson Star The Nelson Public Library is now booking free one-on-one appointments to help those who struggle with technology troubles. The library’s community access program youth intern is available to help with all manner of computer-related challenges, from web basics and Windows 10, including how to download e-Books to any device. Appointments are available Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 1 and 6 p.m., and Thursday and Friday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Contact the library at 250-3526333, email nplcap@gmail.com, or inquire at the circulation desk. The program continues until March 2016.
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she sat in my lap and purred.” “Izzy used to walk over every day and hang out with us. Sometimes the whole day she’d sit on one of the chairs, or in the window, and then she’d go searching for mice. I had a really nice rapport with her, and I would scratch her head while she sat in my lap and purred.” Nicoll was forced one day to sweep up a bird Izzy dragged in and left for dead. Her favourite story about Izzy’s hunts, though, involves a panicked but savvy chipmunk who escaped her clutches. “She chased this chipmunk in here and it survived because it
Newland told the Star he can’t remember a time during his ten years at his location that she hasn’t been there. “She patiently waits at the door for people to let her in or out,” said Newland. “She likes to climb on the printer boxes where she can sit high and say hi to people as they come in. She’s pleasant with most people, but if she’s in a snit — and you can usually tell — it might be a good idea to steer away the small kid approaching her.” And though she has a reputation for being a bit testy, Newland believes that’s a necessary survival tactic. “She has to be that way. I
hid behind a book shelf for two days, back between the journals and art books. We’d see it every now and then, and eventually he got out. I think he must’ve survived by eating gum off the carpet or something.” Though she was foiled that time, Nicoll said Izzy is a “huntress.” “She sits in our back office during that time of year when mice start coming out and waits there in her little hunter pose. “ Another of Izzy’s favourite places to visit is Poulin Agencies, where insurance broker Karen Miller said Izzy routinely “guards the door” or “just hangs out.” Phoenix Computers’ Scott
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know she’s loved and looked after and most people seem to know her. More often than not they’ll recognize her and pet her. It’s rare she’s not friendly.” And Lynas said Izzy is perfectly capable of taking care of herself. “We’ve had so many people pick her up, bring her by saying ‘we found your cat in the middle of the road’ and we just tell them ‘she’ll be fine’. I’ve seen her wait for a stoplight with the pedestrians, then walk with them. So she knows how to cross a street.” Newland put it another way: “I don’t want to call her a street cat, but she’s a cat with a lot of freedom.”
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Clothesline Project installed for Homelessness Action Week Nelson Committee on Homelessness volunteer Michele Morin (left) and community coordinator Ann Harvey (right) assemble the Clothesline Project for its installation outside Touchstones Nelson during the provincial annual Homelessness Action Week, which runs through Saturday. The project was created by local women and children who were victims and survivors of domestic violence. The committee hopes to raise awareness of the direct link between domestic violence and abuse and women’s housing instability and homelessness. A free public forum and photo voice presentation, Surviving, Not Thriving, with local filmmaker Amy Bohigian, honourary chair Mayor Deb Kozak and guest panelists will take place tonight at 7 p.m. at Nelson United Church. Local services and supports will be highlighted, with discussion, reflection and strategies explored. Refreshments will be served. Submitted photo
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SROAMazing Race returns
Fifth annual event will take over Nelson Saturday thanks to Selkirk students
Submitted to the Nelson Star Gather your wildest group of friends, put on your costumes from failed Halloweens past, and come race, dance and eat your way to victory for prizes from some of the raddest ski and snowboard industry brands. The 2016 Selkirk College ski resort operations and management program (SROAM) class is hosting the fifth annual SROAMazing Race in downtown Nelson.
Everyone is invited to participate in the scavenger hunt madness — costumes are encouraged. The race goes down on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre at 608 Lake St. “After participating in last year’s event, we’ve really been able to put together some great elements from that race, as well as put in our own unique spin to make it even better this year,” says sponsorship team leader Kerr McEwen.
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Determine your motivation, is it for your own enjoyment, or is the renovation for a re- sale? When it’s for your personal enjoyment the costs can go up quite quickly. If you spend an enormous amount, you may not be able to get that back when you want to re-sell. Pick and choose your undertakings wisely. Ask yourself whether or not you can get a good return on the investment? If you’re in a higher end market, the granite countertops may payoff, if not; you might want to go with something more moderately priced. Statistics Canada supports that Kitchen renovations are a consistent winner for the return on your dollar. If your home has an estimated value of $250,000 $400,000, your return on investment with a kitchen renovation can be in the neighborhood of 64%, and a bathroom renovation will have around a 54% ROI. Other favorable returns for homes in this price range are energy efficient renovations dealing with windows, (59%) and new shingles, (61%). Pay close attention to layout, function, efficiency and design when planning your home renovation. There are a number of things to consider before undertaking a renovation & you can save yourself a lot of headaches by preparing and planning effectively. This is paramount, because it enables you to avoid surprises and unexpected costs that will impact your budget. CMHC, (Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation) puts out a thorough House Assessment Worksheet to record the present condition of your home and assist you in setting priorities for your home renovation. The web address to access this is www.cmhcschl.gc.ca, click on language of choice, go to Consumers heading and click on “Renovating Your Home”. Another very useful tool we have at RE/MAX is the “Smart Renovator Guide” which offers useful questions to ask your contractor. Contact me if you’d like a complimentary copy. Happy planning, be kind to your spouse, and try to stay on budget.
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The working definition used today for concussion is “a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain, induced by traumatic biomechanical forces” (developed by the consensus panel at the 1st International Conference on Concussion in Sport that was held in Vienna, Austria in 2001). Put simply, a concussion causes your brain to work less optimally. It may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body with an “impulsive” force transmitted to the head. A concussion may or may not involve loss of consciousness (loss of consciousness is not a diagnostic requirement). In fact, less than 20% of concussions result in a loss of consciousness. A direct or indirect blow to the head, face or jaw can cause the brain to accelerate then rapidly decelerate within the skull. This acceleration/ deceleration motion can induce mechanical changes to the nerve fibres – causing them to stretch – and in turn, alter several important metabolic pathways. Though injury is apparent, given the spectrum of symptoms experienced by a concussed individual, no structural damage is caused to the brain itself. Nothing appears abnormal on standard imaging studies like CT, or MRI. Instead, these imaging methods are used to rule out more severe trauma such as bleeding within the brain or skull or fractures of the skull or neck. Symptoms may include headache, dizziness, neck pain, nausea, vomiting, loss of balance, poor coordination, trouble focusing, poor concentration, feeling “foggy”, confusion, poor memory/amnesia, blurred/double vision, seeing “stars”, irritability or emotional changes, ringing in ears, slow to follow direction, decreased ability to play, easily distracted, vacant stare, drowsiness/fatigue, feeling “off”/not like oneself or difficulty falling asleep. In the coming weeks I will address concussion management strategies.
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Help the SROAMies learn what it takes to run an event, while also raising money and awareness for Avalanche Awareness Beyond the Boundaries Society. Doors open at noon and the race starts at 1 p.m. sharp. Also included in the day is a barbecue, live music, prizes for the winning teams and the best dressed contest. You can register early in person at Whitewater Ski Resort downtown office or Selkirk’s Tenth Street Campus (820 Tenth Street). If that’s not your thing, you can find the online registra registration form on the SROAMazing Race Facebook page.
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Notice of passing
Giovannina Barone
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother and Nonna Giovannina Barone. A prayer service will be held at Mary Immaculate Catholic Church on Friday October 16th, 2015 at 7:00 pm. A Funeral mass will be held at Mary Immaculate Catholic Church on Saturday October 17th, 2015 at 11:00 am. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
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JOHN ALEXANDER MASTROBUONO Dec. 06, 1984 – Sept. 28, 2015
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of John Mastrobuono (Johnny) on September 28, 2015, at the age of 30. Johnny was born December 06, 1984 in Nelson, B.C. to proud parents Angelo and Lorna Mastrobuono (nee Saliken). During his life, Johnny had accomplished many things, including graduating from SAIT with an Automotive Service Technologist diploma in 2013. Aside from his formal education, Johnny was an accomplished hunter, fisherman, roofer, sider, interior finisher, and all-around handy man. One of Johnny’s favorite activities was playing soccer, which he started as a child and continued in his adult life. Johnny had a passion for motor-biking and enjoyed the adrenalin of a great bike jump. Johnny also enjoyed drawing and many of his cartoons can still be seen proudly hanging in his grandfather’s house. Johnny enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and many who knew him have stories of climbing Pulpit Rock with him and laughing the whole way – a reflection of Johnny’s great sense of humour. Johnny could always be counted on to lighten up any situation. As a friend said, “There was only one Johnny.” Left behind to mourn his passing are mother Lorna; sisters Francesca (Derek Wilkie), Maria, Ashley (Roberto Ramirez); grandfather Alex Saliken and many uncles, aunts and cousins, both in Canada and Italy. Johnny is now reunited with his family that departed before him – Angelo Mastrobuono (father), Julia Saliken (grandmother), Giovanni Mastrobuono (grandfather) and Francesca Malia (grandmother). All were welcome to join the family in helping us celebrate Johnny’s life. A vigil was held on Monday, October 5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. as well as the funeral on Tuesday, October 6 at 11:00 a.m. Both events took place at the Cathedral of Mary Immaculate (813 Ward St., Nelson, BC). Donations can be made out to the Edgewood Foundation at www.Edgewood.ca/non-profit-charity-addiction or contact Colleen Ward at 1-800-683-0111. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Online condolences may be expressed www.thompsonfs.ca
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Sagittarius, others may turn up at your door this week seeking assistance. Don’t be surprised by the sudden visitors, and do your best to send them off with what they need.
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LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you will be the king (or queen) of your domain this week. Others will respect your final decision on many issues, and you will feel comfortable being the head honcho.
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PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you cannot dictate every situation. Not only can you get frazzled, but also others may begrudge your taking over all of the time. Go with the flow once in a while.
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Touchstones Nelson seeks volunteer museum educators
Submitted to the Nelson Star Do you love working with children and youth? Are you interested in local history and First Nations? Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History is seeking volunteer educators to bring history to life through delivering interactive tours for visiting elementary and high school groups. “Our volunteers offer more than tours, they facilitate hands-on learning experiences that inspire young people to question, think, and wonder about the world around them,” says Jessica Demers, curator and programming coordinator. “We are primarily looking for new volunteers who have previous experience working with groups of children, as well as having basic knowledge of indigenous peoples in Canada. Ideally we will be able to attract volunteers with aboriginal ancestry. However, we are interested in working with people of any cultural background.” The majority of classes that visit the museum are there to learn about local First Nations history, and the rest are usually looking for an overview of the history of Nelson. All
A school visit in the First Nations section of the Touchstones Nelson permanent exhibit. Submitted photo school visits are tied into the BC curriculum and tailored to the age and area of focus of the class. Touchstones Nelson is also preparing to launch re-vamped history education kits, which will be available for loan to local schools. “The original kits were created by teachers Linda Hoffmann, Donalda Messer and Gloria Beecham, and they were actually nominated for a Governor General’s Award for Excellence in Teaching Canadian History
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in 2000,” Demers said. The kits belonged to SD8’s resource centre, which closed in 2012. The kits were given to Touchstones Nelson last year, and, in consultation with teachers, have been re-vamped to better suit today’s classrooms. Volunteer educators will also be trained to deliver workshops in the museum that are tied to the history kits. “This is an exciting time at the museum, as we are re-working our
programs to really meet the needs of teachers, and create new hands-on learning resources that engage learners in ways that inspire curiosity and higher levels of thinking beyond the memorization of facts.” Anyone interested is welcome to attend a general volunteer orientation on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson. Participants are asked to send an RSVP to Jessica Demers by Oct. 20: email jessica@touchstonesnelson.ca or call 250-352-9813 ext. 275. The orientation will cover all volunteer roles at Touchstones Nelson including front desk, special events and exhibition assistance roles. Short individual interviews will be conducted, and all participants are asked to bring a resume. “There are three stages to becoming a volunteer educator at the museum,” says Demers. “First, everyone is asked to come to the orientation and have a short interview to get to know one another, then this fall those that are interested will shadow tours so they can see what it’s actually like to work with groups of children in the museum. Then in January we will begin training sessions, which
will include First Nations education, communication skills, working with groups of children, an overview of school curriculum and using artifacts and our education kits as learning tools. “The training program is a significant commitment of time for both staff and volunteers, so we want to make sure it is a good fit and that volunteers will be able to work with us for longer than a few months. Ideally this would be a long term relationship,” Demers says. “Volunteers who are committed have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our programs, which can be very rewarding, but it does take time.” If people find that they can’t commit, they can choose to volunteer at the front desk, at family fairs, taking down exhibitions, or find other roles. “We are always looking for ways to engage with the community, and our volunteers are a huge part of that.” Touchstones Nelson currently has about 60 active volunteers that last year collectively volunteered over 3,000 hours. “Our volunteers are vital to our success; we can’t operate without them.”
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Community foundations gather in Nelson Osprey and Vancouver Foundations co-host conference Submitted to the Nelson Star When a small group of Nelson citizens established Osprey Community Foundation in 2000, it became the 100th member of Community Foundations of Canada, a national network of community foundations from coast to coast. The movement has since grown to encompass 191 community foundations. This week, some 15 years later, Osprey is cohosting a two-day gathering of regional, provincial and national members of this network. During the Thursday and Friday sessions participants will share ideas, learn from each other, and explore possibilities for collaboration. “It’s an incredible opportunity for us here in
Nelson to rub shoulders and swap ideas with colleagues and leaders of the community foundation movement,” says Osprey executive director Vivien Bowers. “This is a network of people who care passionately about building strong, healthy and resilient local communities.” The event is being organized by the Vancouver Foundation with Osprey providing local support. The Vancouver Foundation, the largest in Canada with assets of over $1 billion, supports the community foundation movement across the province. Vancouver Foundation president and CEO Kevin McCort will chair the conference. Community Foundations of Canada will also have a major presence.
President Ian Bird, a twotime Olympian in field hockey who grew up in North Vancouver, is flying in. Columbia Basin Trust has also been invited to take part in one of the sessions. While primarily designed to boost community foundations in the Kootenay, the conference is also attracting delegates from as far away as the coast. “I think a lot of people wanted to come to Nelson,” says Bowers. “It was by far the first choice for a Kootenay location.” To give visitors a taste of local culture, Osprey has arranged an evening reception at Touchstones Nelson featuring local musicians, museum exhibits and a sneak preview of the upcoming local opera Jorinda. Osprey grants have supported these and many other local arts and heritage projects.
Trust creates new investment fund
Submitted to the Nelson Star Businesses in the Columbia Basin that need financial support but aren’t able to secure conventional financing may now be able to find help through Columbia Basin Trust’s new impact investment fund. The $2-million fund is administered by Community Futures. The fund is intended to support business opportunities that are high risk and may not offer adequate financial returns to an investor, but will benefit Basin residents and communities in some other way. For example, it may create jobs, address a community need, help the environment or support arts and culture. “We will continue to invest in opportunities that give us the income we need to provide programs and services to the Basin,” said Neil Muth, Columbia Basin Trust president and chief executive officer. “However, sometimes an opportunity doesn’t fit our standard financial requirements, nor is eligible for a grant — and yet deserves to be supported for other reasons. The impact investment fund gives us the ability to help these
businesses strengthen and grow. This fund is one of the outcomes of the Our Trust, Our Future engagement process. From September 2014 to February 2015, the Trust connected with 3,000 Basin residents to get ideas on how it could better support their priorities. All types of businesses can apply directly to Community Futures, including for-profits, non-profits, social enterprises, First Nations businesses and start-ups. The business must be located in the Basin, and the investment opportunity must demonstrate significant positive impacts in the Basin. Applications will be reviewed by Community Futures staff and an external adjudication committee made up of Basin residents appointed by the Trust. “We have long noticed a gap in the financial resources currently available to businesses, and are pleased to partner with the Trust to deliver this innovative financial tool,” said Don Freschi, general manager of Community Futures of Greater Trail. “Working together, we are now able to better support the businesses in our communities — and therefore the communities themselves.”
Refugee dinner to support sponsorship Submitted to the Nelson Star Are you looking for a way to assist in the refugee crisis that has become a worldwide emergency? Join the Kootenay Refugee Coalition at a fundraising dinner on Sunday, Oct. 25 at Nelson United Church Hall (Josephine and Silica Streets). Doors open at 5:30 p.m., program and dinner begin at 6 p.m. Dinner will offer tastes of foods from a variety of countries where traumatic
conditions are causing their citizens to flee and become refugees. There will be a silent auction of items from local retailers and artisans, so bring your chequebook and a generous spirit. During the evening there will be brief presentations about the world refugee crisis and the work of the Kootenay Refugee Coalition in Nelson in sponsoring new residents to our community.
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Explore your future at Selkirk College open house Submitted to the Nelson Star There has never been a better time to check out the multitude of program options and career pathways available at Selkirk College. The annual Selkirk College open house at the Castlegar campus goes Tuesday, Nov. 4 between 4 and 6:30 p.m. Secondary students from across the West Kootenay/Boundary are invited to come to the campus to explore the more than 60 programs offered. Parents, high school teachers, career counsellors and all members of the public are also encouraged to check out what Selkirk College has available. “This is a great opportunity to explore the wide array of programs offered at all of our campuses,” says Aimie Chernoff, educational recruitment coordinator for Selkirk College. “Putting all the programs and services together in one space allows prospective students to get a really solid understanding of what is offered and how to make their educational dreams a reality.” Selkirk College will have representatives from all programs on hand to provide information and answer questions. Programs from all eight campuses throughout the West Kootenay/Boundary will be featured. Also attending the open house will
be admissions officers, financial aid, aboriginal services, counsellors and current Selkirk students who will act as tour guides. There will be interactive and informative displays set up in the Castlegar campus pit for prospective students to browse. Faculty will be in attendance to chat about some of the amazing educational opportunities that exist. “Having the opportunity to meet face-to-face with Selkirk College staff is very beneficial when it comes making an important decision about your future,” says Chernoff. “A vital part of the college’s overall mission to provide post-secondary education in our home communities. Both high school and mature students have daunting decisions ahead of them when it comes to choosing a school that suits them best. Taking a closer look at what Selkirk College has to offer can help make those decisions easier.” Important information will be provided about scholarships and financial aid which are available to students who study at Selkirk College. Given the daunting task ahead for those nearing the end of high school, there will also be help filling out college applications. Those who fill out their application that night will have the $36 registration fee waived.
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