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Dog ban decision Dec. 14 By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Dogs on leash? No dogs at all? Dogs on Christmas Island? Come Dec. 14, the uncertainty surrounding dogs and the foreshore trail along Salmon Arm Bay is expected to come to an end. Following more than two hours of presentations Monday evening regarding dogs on the trail, Salmon Arm council agreed to make a decision at the Dec. 14 afternoon council meeting. There they will vote on a notice of motion proposed by Coun. Alan Harrison. The meeting starts at 2:30 p.m. Harrison, who was alone in urging an immediate decision at the Nov. 23 public input meeting, moved that the city bylaw currently governing the trail be given an opportunity to work. The bylaw states dogs must be kept on a leash Alan Harrison and under the control of CITY their owner. However, COUNCILLOR the Salmon Arm Bay Nature Enhancement Society, or SABNES, which has been the guardian of the trail and bird sanctuary for the past 25 years, has kept signs posted prohibiting dogs. The decision came before council when SABNES requested the city alter its bylaw to officially prohibit dogs from the trail. Sanctuary neighbour Peter Robertson also brought a request to council – that leashed dogs be given free access. In packed council chambers Monday night, about 20 people offered their views. Approximately 60 per cent asked council to put up signs allowing leashed dogs on the trail. Most also expressed appreciation for the sanctuary and the work of SABNES. Verbal confrontations were reported by some people who have walked their dogs on the trail. Proponents of no dogs warned of the See No clear on page A2

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City prepares for refugees Salmon Arm: Citizens, churches rally support to welcome families. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Salmon Arm will be putting out the welcome mat for Syrian refugees. In early October, Brian Ayotte and Joyce Henderson held a meeting to see if there was support to bring between three and five Syrian families to safety and a new life in the Shuswap. Ayotte says many people had been talking about bringing refugees to Salmon Arm throughout the community so he and Henderson called a meeting and contacted

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churches and non-church secular group includes individuals. individual citizens and ...We have to “It was like the penny make sure we Rotary. It’s quite a crossdropped; we started with don’t make them section.” 16 people at a meeting First United, St. Joon Oct. 4 and at the third victims – victims seph’s and several citimeeting, Nov. 15, we had of the terrorists zens have committed to and then victims Brian Ayotte 40 people.” take a family, says Ayotte. In the past month, sev- of “It is very likely the rest our own REFUGEE eral groups and individu- prejudice. of the members of the CO-ORDINATOR als have eagerly comgroup will collaborate on mitted to help make this two more families.” happen. Churches inHe says there has been clude First United, St. John’s nerstone Christian Reformed great input from Immigrant Anglican, St. Joseph’s Roman and the Mennonite Central Services Shuswap, who will Catholic, Lakeside Method- Committee. offer services to the refugees ist, First Methodist, Deo Lu“That’s phenomenal; evtheran, Broadview E Free, eryone is committed and enSee Accommodation on A3 Shuswap Community, Cor- thusiastic,” said Ayotte. “The

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No clear majority on issue consequences to birds and other wildlife of allowing dogs, warning that a minority of owners might allow them off-leash. Council also received about 80 written submissions. Derek Woodhurst spoke in favour of allowing leashed dogs, stating other factors such as thundering trains likely have greater influence. He referred to bird refuges in B.C. that allow leashed dogs. He said the science is inconclusive, and Environment Canada regulations state only that no one shall permit a dog or cat to run “at large” in a migratory bird refuge. Mike Saul, a former director of SABNES, spoke against leashed dogs, noting he saw a doe and two fawns at the foreshore this year who would have no chance with dogs. He said school children, nature groups and visitors from across Canada and around the world come to the sanctuary. He said he has travelled to several wildlife sanctuaries in the U.S. where dogs are not permitted. “No-dog signs were in place long before owners built along Harbourfront,” he added. Duncan Morris spoke in favour of allowing leashed dogs. He said he’s been a supporter of SABNES for a long time. He referred to the asset that the Stanley Park seawall is to Vancouver. He showed signage from other refuges, including this: “Dogs must be leashed. Failure to comply may result in this area of the park closed to dogs.” Frank Manning spoke against allowing dogs, saying he’s seen dogs both on- and offleash on the trail. An owner of an off-leash dog on Christmas Island told him it was okay because they were carrying a leash.

Tom Brighouse, a longtime SABNES member, said he might be all right with the proposal “if you can guarantee they’re all on leashes, all wearing diapers and not going to tread on Nature Trust land.” Wendy Woodhurst spoke in favour of leashed dogs. She referred to an email from Nicholas Burdock with Nature Trust BC, which owns land on the lake side of the trail. Referring to the 2004 management plan for the foreshore, Burdock sent a section on safety issues. The ‘target’ was: “no negative impact by recreational activities on wildlife and their habitats,” while the ‘action’ was: “Establish and enforce a ‘dogs on leash’ policy for all the Nature Trust properties.” Woodhurst said dog owners should have the chance described to share the resource. Peter Robertson said “it is absolutely clear” SABNES was supposed to allow dogs on leash. Tom Brighouse interjected, “Not true,” but was asked to refrain from speaking during the presentation. Robertson referred to other bird sanctuaries in B.C. which allow leashed dogs, such as the Creston Valley’s. Clay Lank, 84, who supported dogs on leash, offered comedic relief, drawing laughter from the audience with a variety of comments. He explained he’d never been on “this so-called nature trail” until last Friday. “I get down there and find we have a super highway.” At the end of public comments, Harrison said the issue is not about one side against the other, it’s about sorting out uses. He noted he’s a regular user of the trail, he’s not a dog owner and he is a member of SABNES. “Having said that, I believe we need to give the present bylaw

an opportunity to work…” he remarked. Proper signage and dog waste bags would be necessary, he stipulated, and he would be willing to entertain the suggestion to have no dogs on Christmas Island, as well as perhaps a maximum leash length. He said it would be up to dog owners to ensure the success of the bylaw and, if it doesn’t work out – which he said he thinks it will – in a year “I will

be here to withdraw it.” Coun. Kevin Flynn voiced support for Harrison’s proposal after initially stating he was glad council was not going to make an immediate decision. He suggested dog owners would be willing to do their part to protect the area. Councillors and Mayor Nancy Cooper commended all the speakers for their respectful attitudes and well-researched presentations.

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Making his argument: Peter Robertson, who lives near the foreshore trail and uses it regularly, outlines his reasons to council for allowing leashed dogs on the trail.

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Accommodation, furnishings needed Continued from front once they arrive. “These refugees are victims also, and one of the lines that came in the discussion group was, ‘we’re not going to allow our compassion to be limited by fear,’ and to do that without being naive,” said Ayotte, noting they will be coming from one of the refugee camps in Jordan, Turkey or Lebanon where they have been wellvetted by Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the UN High Commission for Refugees in terms of criminal records and status. “We’re going to be responsible, intelligent and compassionate, and the government has a very reliable process. That’s why we’re going through government.” Ayotte says private sponsorship is possible but the process takes a lot longer, is more expensive and doesn’t have as good a screening process. “We’re not taking people from this massive wave that has hit Europe,” Ayotte says. “Syria five years ago was not a have-not country, it was a progressive nation of well-educated people – many are university graduates, professionals or have a trade.” Out of the population of 23 million, 12 million are either trapped in Syria hiding in the rubble, or they’re in neighbouring countries, he adds. There are 1.6 million Syrian refugees in Turkey, 1.2 million in Lebanon and 750,000 in Jordan. “This is a crisis created by humanity, the worst crisis since World War 2,” says Ayotte, pointing out that 235,000 Syrians have been killed in the past five years since the civil war began. “The good thing is politicians have said, in reaction to the Paris disasters, that these people are also victims and bringing them to Canada reduces the growth of terrorism.” Sponsors can view refugee profiles, which include a summary of employment status and a statement about why they need to leave their country – fear of death being the most common. When the group is ready to accept refugees, members can go online and select candidates. The Canadian government has announced no single men will be accepted in the current 25,000 refugees being brought

to Canada by the end of the year. Government absorbs the cost of the screening process, transportation and health care, and a welfare-level financial subsidy. The group needs to raise roughly $25,000 to support a family of four for one year. “So, the sponsoring group has to find accommodation, which is a big challenge, furnish the accommodation, provide clothing for adults and children, transportation, introduction to schools and assist with the learning of English,” Ayotte says. “And it will be a huge cultural challenge for these people; it will be like they’ve landed on the moon.” Diane Desrosiers at Immigrant Services Shuswap will help with a lot of that, says Ayotte, but the sponsoring group is looking to the community for support. Anybody with accommodation, a one- or two-bedroom suite, is invited to call Immigrant Services Shuswap at 250-804-2726. “Our second plea and also urgent, is to find someone who speaks Arabic,” Ayotte says, noting the school board and the Healthy Communities group will be advised of what is being planned. “Some of these people have probably been exposed to horrendous situations including rape and bombing.” Ayotte takes issue with two commonly heard objections to bringing Syrian refugees to Canada – we should look after our own, and they’re terrorists who are going to kill us. “But nobody in Canada is facing this and, as to the second objection, we have to make sure we don’t make them victims – victims of the terrorists and then victims of our own prejudice.” The sponsoring group is interested in participating with Sorrento, Enderby and Sicamous. “We will be asking for employment; our intent is to have these people functioning as independent citizens within 12 months,” he says. “But very often it only takes six months. They don’t intend to rely on the public purse.” Anybody who wants to participate is invited to call Joyce Henderson at 250-832-4127, Pat Hutchins at 250832-7242 or Brian Ayotte at 250804-3431.

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More collisions to west of city Highway report: Downtown traffic lights cause issues. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

The statistics were surprising. While vehicles speeding through downtown might seem to be the biggest highway safety problem for Salmon Arm, that’s not where most accidents have been occurring. Staff Sgt. Scott West gave a lively presentation to members of the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce Thursday, which included collision statistics based on rough data from Jan. 1, 2013 to Oct. 27, 2015. During those 20 months, it was the highway intersections at the west end of town that saw the most problems in terms of speed, severity and frequency. His stats showed three collisions at Ross Street, seven at Alexander, five at McLeod and five at Sixth Street NE – more rear-enders than not – while there were 33 collisions between the former Canadian Tire turn-off at 10th Avenue SW

and the Salmon River Bridge. “So where am I best to spend my time?” he said, referring to deployment of police resources. Asked about transport trucks downtown, West said there was one involved in a collision between Ross and Shuswap during that time period. “Contrary to popular belief, they’re not highballing through town,” he said, noting the ongoing problem is following too closely and not slowing for the lights. “They go rattling down the road, they move all kinds of air, but they’re not going that fast…” The chamber has put together a working group on traffic safety, which met with West in September. Stu Bradford of the Barley Station said the group wants to prevent accidents, such as the potential spill of hazardous material downtown from a transport truck collision. West encouraged the public to inform police

about their issues or questions. “Those questions that came up, they led us to conclude something slightly different – the downtown not being as bad as the 10th to Salmon River corridor,” West remarked.

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West said the three lights downtown in quick succession are problematic, adding one doesn’t meet the highway standard in terms of distance between lights. When the light’s green, he said, a transport truck doesn’t physically have time to stop at the next. Bradford asked if the intersections aren’t to code, could the speed limit be reduced to 40 km/h.

West said the transportation ministry doesn’t allow the lowering of speeds on the Trans-Canada Highway that much, as the movement of commerce can’t be slowed. One person attending referred to a traffic study contracted by the city a few years ago. Coun. Kevin Flynn said one of the proposals recommended in it was to eliminate a light downtown. He said although he wasn’t on council at the time, he understands the outcry from business people downtown meant the report has so far been mostly shelved. “If we want safety, then let’s have safety.” Flynn said he would check the report’s recommendations. Bradford said that his traffic group wants to compile hard data that can be shared. Like West, he said input from the public is welcome.

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Dirt biker sustains serious injuries By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

A man in his 20s is in serious condition in hospital following a collision between the dirt bike he was riding and a vehicle travelling on the Trans-Canada Highway Saturday night.

The collision took place at approximately 8:30 p.m. Nov. 21 on the Trans-Canada Highway at Bolton Road. Both the Salmon Arm RCMP Detachment and Trans Canada East Traffic Services attended. RCMP report pre-

liminary investigation and witness information have led the police to believe that an off-road motorcycle (dirt bike) attempted to cross the highway after failing to stop at the intersection with the Trans Canada and collided with a vehicle travelling on the high-

way. After the injured man was transported to hospital in Salmon Arm, he was transferred to another hospital for further treatment. The investigation into the incident continues. Police report alcohol involvement has not been ruled out.

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One doesn’t need to spend more than a few minutes on social media to find objections to the federal government’s announcement that Canada will be taking in 25,000 Syrian refugees. And the objections aren’t just from some nebulous, anonymous posts from the cloud of cyberspace. The debate is raging on a number of Salmon Arm-based Facebook pages, twitter accounts and the like. To hear it from some, Canada is simply throwing the gates open and inviting terrorists to attack our towns and cities. To read some of what’s out there, one could conclude that every member of the Muslim faith is plotting to maim or kill. It’s simply untrue. The upside among some of what I read is that for every dark, nasty, racist comment, there are brighter lights among us. One of the best things I read said something like: “What should you do if Syrian refugees move into your neighbourhood? “Offer them food, clothing, shelter and your kindness.” We need to remember that these refugees are people. They are fathers, mothers, sons and daughters. They have the same basic needs as the rest of us. They want to feed their families, care for their health, to have a safe place to live and raise their children. And as such, they must be afforded the respect and dignity we all deserve as human beings. There are those who are working to bring refugee families right here to Salmon Arm to live among us, to join our community and find a life free of a war zone. Who among us would not want the same, should we have the misfortune. It heartens me to see that a group of people, including people from a number of different local churches and people who simply want to help others have come together to help sponsor three to five families to join our community. A few volunteers at first turned into dozens, and as things move closer to fruition, and as more is known about the needs of the particular families, it is hoped more citizens can step up and offer their assistance. It’s not going to be easy for these families. As with many new immigrants, they will have a challenge making a new life in a previously unknown place. For these refugees that challenge will be compounded by their traumatic experiences. As Brian Ayotte, one of the local organizers said, “it will be like they’ve landed on the moon.” Salmon Arm has a pretty white-bread reputation, but be assured, there are many among us who appreciate the wealth that comes from embracing diversity. There is much to be gained from learning of cultures different from our own. And for those who want to whine about the refugees on social media. Go ahead. I hope the rest of us spend our time more constructively by giving these new families the correct impression of Salmon Arm – a place filled with kindness and generosity.

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Thoughtfulness always in season The white stuff has arrived. And with it comes a major impediment to the mobility of many. Heavy snow can be difficult and even impossible for some to shovel. Icy streets and sidewalks can be treacherous for some pedestrians. Thick snowbanks can become impassable for those with walkers or other mobility aids. While the city crews work hard trying to keep roads clear, with 400 kilometres of asphalt, clearing can be a challenge. Salmon Arm is also one of a dwindling few municipalities who plows sidewalks for public use, but this comes as a lower priority than the street plowing program.

This is where a little neighbourly action can come in. If you know of someone who is having trouble with clearing their snow, nothing says kindness like helping them clear some of the white stuff out of their driveway. The added exercise and fresh air don’t hurt either. Business owners can help by making sure access to their establishments are kept clear and ensure that snowbanks don’t become major impediments. Others could simply take action by offering a steadying hand to an unstable senior or a little help lifting a stroller or walker over a curb. With a little help, winter’s a lot brighter for everyone.

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The Observer asked: When do you put up your Christmas decorations?

Kathryn Sutherland “I put my decorations up on the first Sunday of Advent.”

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Trail use should be inclusive Lights out for the opponents of Site C BC VIEWS

Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – The fall session of the B.C. legislature petered out two days early last week, as the ruling B.C. Liberals and the opposition NDP agreed to turn out the energy-efficient lights and head for home. NDP leader John Horgan skipped the last day and headed to the B.C. Institute of Technology campus in Burnaby. There he announced “PowerBC,” billed as the NDP’s “bold, progressive plan for the future of B.C. energy, with a strong focus on jobs.” Reporters asked, how many jobs? Horgan said retrofitting public buildings and homes for energy efficiency would create jobs all around the province, but he can’t say how many. How much does the plan cost, and does it include subsidizing homeowners to fix their windows and insulation? “The costing will be more apparent when we get closer to the election,” Horgan replied. Whatever the cost, the NDP plan apparently rests on the assumption that the $9 billion Site C dam project on the Peace River can be stopped by an NDP government after the 2017 election. That money would be used to build wind and solar generation, and to install a sixth and final water turbine at Revelstoke dam. The chances of Site C being stopped are approaching zero. Construction of an access road started two months ago, site clearing and work camp construction a month before that. Energy Minister Bill Bennett says the main dam construction contract will be let shortly, followed by the powerhouse contract next year. Horgan said remaining legal challenges could slow or stop the project. The West Moberly and Prophet River First Nations have lost their case against Site C twice, in the B.C. Su-

preme and Federal Courts, and are appealing. The Doig River and McLeod Lake Indian Bands dropped their challenges, and McLeod Lake’s construction company has started work on a Site C contract. West Moberly Chief Roland Willson staged a dramatic protest at the legislature last spring, bringing a cooler of frozen bull trout from a river below the two existing Peace dams, telling media they were too contaminated with mercury to eat. Flooding land for hydro dams does elevate methylmercury levels in water, but BC Hydro provided me with the latest study that included fish samples collected by West Moberly members. It shows methylmercury levels remain below federal guidelines for consumption of commercially sold fish. It’s an odd coincidence that Willson suddenly made this claim, 47 years after the first Peace dam was completed, when he happened to be in court trying to stop Site C. A coalition of U.S. and Canadian environment groups is also demanding that Site C be stopped, using typical arguments to appeal to their low-information donor base. According to them, Site C is not renewable energy because the (largely idle) farmland it floods is a “carbon sink.” Forests do store carbon, albeit temporarily, but farmland where the trees have been cleared? This is gluten-free gobbledegook. They also trot out the claim that Site C will be used to power liquefied natural gas operations. Most proponents so far have said they will use gas for LNG processing, and if they don’t have hydro available for ancillary power, they will have to burn more gas. BC Hydro has just finished its latest grid upgrade, a second high-voltage transmission line from Merritt to Coquitlam. It adds disaster reliability to the system that brings power from the Peace and Columbia dams to the Lower Mainland. If you’re arguing that hydroelectricity isn’t renewable power, you’ve already lost.

I am sure you have been inundated with emails and letters about the foreshore trail dogsor-no-dogs issue. To me, it is not so much a question of who is right but rather a question of “What kind of community do we want to be?” Do we want to be a community where special interest groups create unnecessary rules and barriers that lead to the exclusion of specific community members? Or do we want to be an inclusive community that is able to appreciate different interest groups and work together for a thoughtful and fair compromise? I definitely hope that, as a community, we can work together so everyone can be educated about the ecological sensitivity of the foreshore trail

while, at the same time, the trail can be respectfully accessible to all. Obviously, letting dogs run off-leash is not an appropriate solution nor is the past practice of dog owners experiencing a foreshore trail rite of passage of being “bullied by a birder” while trying to enjoy the trail with their on-leash pet. Moving forward, we need to work together to ensure that all citizens and visitors understand and respect the sensitivity of the area. It is very difficult to educate people if they have been banned from the area. The foreshore trail is one of the only trails in our beautiful city that is flat, scenic and centrally located. Many of these user groups

are dog owners and they should have the option to exercise, appreciate, and learn about the outdoors with their furry friends while respecting the need to keep their dog on-leash and cleaning up after their pet. I truly hope that mayor and council will be able to help the various interest groups work together to reach a thoughtful compromise that supports an inclusive, caring, educated and healthy community. That is the kind of community I want for my family, my friends, my neighbours, and anyone else who wants to appreciate the natural beauty of our area, whether they are dog owners or not. Jennifer Findlay

Attacks should not derail compassion The terrorists attacks in Paris have shaken all of us, even here in Canada, and have brought unthinkable pain to those who lost loved ones and those critically injured. This suffering of everyone cannot be minimized. However, let us not lose sight of all the positive dialogue between religions that is going on. One of them is an event at the Vatican just a few weeks ago, which probably was not covered by most media. On Oct. 28, members of the Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim, Jain and Sikh faiths were in Rome to attend a conference commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council’s document Nostra

Aetate (Declaration on the Relations of the Church with NonChristian Religions). CNS reports that, during the conference, there was a gathering in St. Peter’s Square, where many held aloft olive branches. Pope Frances invited everyone to pray to lead people to follow the will of God, who wants everyone to recognize each other as brothers and sisters and to form a “great human family in a harmony of diversity.” Unfortunately, much of the violence and terrorism unfolding in the world have made people suspicious or critical of religions, he said. However, “although no religion is immune from the risk of

fundamentalist or extremist deviations,” he said, people must look at the positive aspects of religious beliefs, especially how they are a source of hope for so many. Pope Francis said respectful dialogue can lead to friendship and concrete initiatives between religious believers in serving the poor, the elderly, the marginalized and immigrants. My prayer is the goodwill being shown in Canada regarding Syrian refugees will not be jeopardized by the terrorists’ attacks in Paris. There are many people of goodwill. We just don’t hear about them very often. Theresa Lidster

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On Friday, the Busy Bee Club of the Wesley Church will hold a sale of candy in the church during the afternoon and evening. Tea will be served between 3 and 5 o’clock and a picnic supper between 6 and 8 o’clock. An interesting programme has been arranged for the evening. The proceeds derived will be for the process of sending gifts to the Salmon Arm boys overseas.

1925

A case of scarlet fever has been reported by Dr. Beech to the health committee of the district council. Given an abundance of snow this fall, skiing, which proved a great attraction last year, will be a very popular sport in Salmon Arm. The Broadview and the Salmon Arm clubs have already made arrangements for good courses, while in the valley along Donnelly road, enthusiasts have recently cleared a good run on the hill beside the house of W. Smith.

1935

A temperature of 40 was the highest reached during the past week, and the lowest was 20 last Wednesday night. Half an inch of snow fell on Friday and slight drizzles of rain occurred on four days last week. The lack of sunshine is felt more then anything else. The S.S. Whitesmith is back in Sicamous again, coming up under her own steam after having an accident earlier in the month. The boat is not badly damaged and it is expected that she will be on her regular schedule again in a very short time. Just now she is up on the ways undergoing inspection.

1945

A new business will be established in Salmon Arm in the near future. Three lots on the southwest corner of Hudson and Ross streets have been purchased by M. Rosmer and Paul Spleiter, both of Vancouver, who plan to erect a modern machine shop on the property. Mr. Rosmer is an experienced toolmaker and was employed in a Vancouver machine shop during the war. He had arranged to open a machine shop here some months ago but could not obtain a permit from Selective Service to leave his job, which was rated a high priority during the war.

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Helping out in Uganda By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Jordyn Konrad has traded comfort for cramped quarters, intermittent electricity, limited water and an often unpleasant latrine. Armed with her BA in general studies specializing in global health from Vancouver’s Douglas College, the 24-year-old Salmon Arm resident is in Uganda on a six-month international youth internship. As a college employee, Konrad is living and working in the small village of Kiwangala, population 200 to 300, with an NGO called the Community Transformation Foundation Network (COTFONE). This organization works in community development, focusing on the welfare of orphans and vulnerable children and their families. The Ugandan water project has kept Konrad busy since she arrived in the village in late September. “My first month in Kiwangala was spent compiling research and participating in outreach projects to find out from the locals what would most improve their standard of life,” writes Jordyn, in an overview of the project, noting the basic need for water is not being met and some of the key issues residents face are related to water access and availability. “I have now personally experienced the impact of the water shortage and quality over the past month, and it has greatly influenced my new appreciation for water back home.” Once a week, Konrad and her colleague Katharine Zacharias get 40 litres of water from a borehole two miles away. “A man fetches the water, which we use for washing dishes, sometimes showering and drinking, once it’s boiled,” said Konrad by Skype from Uganda on Monday. “The toilet situation? Well, we share a latrine with the orphan children in the centre run by the organization; it’s smelly and there are cockroaches everywhere!” Konrad and Zacharias share a small abode she describes as being the size of

Sharing the love: Jordyn Konrad, right, has fallen in love with Uganda and the children of Kiwangala village. four outhouses put together, with two rooms – one that barely accommodates two single beds. “We also live in a wing of the children’s centre, so from the time we wake up to the time we go to bed, we have no privacy,” she says. “Kids are hanging through the windows/doors to see what we are up to, and want to come chill.” The women cook on a kerosene stove that requires about an hour to an hour-anda-half to heat the food. “On weekends, I come out of the village and go to the Muzungu cafes in Masaka where they serve western food.” Muzungu is an African word meaning white person, Westerner or person with money. Konrad says when she and Zacharias step out of their home on the village’s main street, they are greeted with “Hello Muzungu” by sometimes startled villagers who have not seen many white people before. Well into Uganda’s rainy season, Konrad says she is falling in love very quickly with the country and its people. On Monday about 9 p.m. Uganda time, Konrad said it was probably around 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. “In the morning, the rains are torrential,” she says, describing the land as having many hills and valleys where farmers grow matoke, a banana-like fruit that is one of the main sources of carbohydrates, coffee, sweet bananas, cassava, maize, sweet potatoes, beans, passion fruit, avocado, mangoes, jack fruit, and more.

The population is a mix of Christians and Muslims and, so far, from what Konrad has seen, they get along well. But, she says elections will be taking place and she and Zacharias have been told to steer clear of rallies as there is likely to be political unrest in the next few months. “The people are incredibly friendly and giving. They may not have much, but they are very quick to offer you everything they have,” Konrad says. “The kids are especially amazing; they are very curious and keen on learning new things, and very hard workers.” She says the children highly value education but many orphans are unable to pay for school fees, so they are forced to grow up fast and find jobs to cover their fees. Illnesses such as malaria, typhoid and HIV/AIDS are an issue, as is poverty, with money often being an indicator of who gets medical treatment. “There’s lots of malaria right now but even if it’s a government hospital, you might be turned away,” she says. “We took a little girl in to get tested and treated and a man told us if he had brought her, she wouldn’t have been treated.” Konrad will be in Uganda until the end of March and is currently researching grant possibilities for projects she would like to get under way while she is there. “I love Uganda; everything is amazing, the people are amazing and it’s beautiful,” she says, admitting she does miss the snow. “I’m not sure what my long-term goal is, that’s why I am here.”

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The maple tree in front of city hall is budgeted for removal as the city arborist has said it’s dying. Staff suspect its roots were damaged during construction.

Sewer replacement gets priority By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Replacing the sanitary sewer main at Canoe Beach and along the city’s lease lots is considered a top priority by city staff. “This is a high priority project since the existing force main is located on the beach and has minimal cover,” states a report from city engineer Rob Niewenhuizen to council. “In some locations it is completely exposed. There is a higher risk of damage to the exposed sections of the force main from boats, debris, etc.” The project, replac-

ing 825 metres of 150-millimetre-diameter asbestos force main with 200-mm PVC force main, which will be relocated from the beach to the laneway, is estimated at a cost of $300,000. The staff report explains the Canoe force main is one of two components making up the total foreshore rehabilitation project. The second component of the project is the foreshore gravity main from Raven to Appleyard. The city borrowed $1.8 million, which was expected to be enough to cover both components.

However the estimated cost is now $300,000 over that initial figure. Although staff had anticipated completing both the Canoe force main and the foreshore gravity main in January and February of 2016, the city’s application for a grant from the British Columbia New Building Canada Fund – Small Communities Fund was not approved. A second application will be submitted for the same fund as staff believe the foreshore main work fits the criteria well. However, successful applicants won’t be

notified until after the closing date in April 2016 and, to be successful, the work can’t have started. So the foreshore project from Raven to Appleyard will be delayed until January 2017. “Staff believes that the exposed Canoe Forcemain represents a higher risk and are concerned about delaying this component further. The Foreshore Gravity Main Project could be delayed, however, with any significant increase in risk,” states the report. “It is therefore recommended that the two projects be split…”

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Thefts from vehicles top crime list City: Police urge residents to lock up. By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Salmon Arm residents are apparently a trusting lot – a little too trusting. “Nobody locks their cars in Salmon Arm,” remarked Staff Sgt. Scott West at a meeting of the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce Thursday, Nov. 19, noting the number one crime in the community is theft from vehicle. He implored residents to start locking their cars and homes. People in Salmon Arm leave all kinds of valuables in their unlocked vehicles, West said, ranging from cash to cell phones to credit cards. He notes that if he was a criminal, he could easily get new identification made from the items stolen,

then a bank loan and who knows what else. Criminals can make money selling ID, he adds. West also points out that while women don’t generally leave purses in vehicles, men often leave their wallet in the console. Sometimes people even leave a spare key in their vehicle. The same holds true of people and their homes. “It can’t be a breakin if you don’t lock it,” he commented. West said half a dozen women with concerns about a suspected drug house on their street came to him recently, feeling unsafe. “They said, ‘Now we lock our doors,’” West remarked, pointing out they should have been locking them all along. What was perhaps okay 20 or 30 years

ago is no longer the case, he emphasized. One chamber member said a culture shift needs to happen. She said people have a sense of entitlement; because they’ve always lived in Salmon Arm without locking their doors, they believe they still should. West pointed to a rash of thefts in Sicamous when he worked there. A resident reported that someone had stolen their quad, yet they’d parked it in front of their house with the key in it. West also reiterated a theme he emphasized several times throughout his talk. If you notice a problem or suspicious activity, let police know. “If you don’t make the phone call, then I don’t know the problem exists.”

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Shuswap Rotary Club extends a warm “Thank You” to the following businesses and individuals who helped make our recent fundraising auction a resounding success. Without your kind support the auction would not have been possible. Sponsors: Anonymous Browne Johnson Land Surveyors Dynamic Asphalt Services

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Donors: AAA Mini Storage Access Precision Machining Ltd. Active Chiropractic ADAM Integrated Industries Inc. Aeyelt’s Air B&B Andiamo Italian Restaurant Anonymous Anytime Fitness Apple Auto Glass Aquatico Bay Steak & Seafood Armstrong Regional Co-op Gas Arthur’s Gem Set Studio Askew’s Foods - Uptown Auto Quest Enterprise Ltd. B’s Restaurant Barley Station Brew Pub Big Rob McKibbon Bonnies Skincare Bookingham Palace Bradbury’s Restaurant Buckerfield’s Ltd. Canada Post Celine’s Just Desserts Centenoka Park Mall Chevron Canada Ltd. Clarion Home Inspections Club Shuswap Golf & RV Destination Comfort Inn & Suites Connects Wireless Copper Island Diving Ltd. Cottage Cabins Furniture To Go Critters Demille’s Farm Market Destination 246 (Hair Design and Spa) Dolce Domino’s Pizza Doris Wilson Dunfields - Ed & Kathy Essentials Wellness Studio Farmers Pantry Floor Store Flowers By Fimmy Fountain Tire Gabriele Klein Garage Furniture

Grass Root Dairies Harbourfront Family Chiropractic Hardie Home Decor Hideaway Liquor Store Hilltop Toyota Home Building Centre Hucul Printing Ltd Ian Gray’s Salmon Arm GM IC Urethane Products Inc. Integrity Roofing Corp. Intwined Fibre Arts Jacobson Ford Sales Ltd. James Johnson Jeanne’s Printing and Graphics Jiffy Lube John Davis John Hansen Kathy Martell Kinetic Energy Kurt’s Sausage Lifetime Fitness Ltd. Little Projects Ltd Lordco Parts Ltd. Lori Anthony Lynda Wilson Martina’s Classic Barber Mascon Cable System Master Locksmith Services Mickey B’s Car & Bike Wash Minit-Tune Momentum Gymnastics Nico’s Nurseryland Ltd. Northern Plastics Ltd Nutters Bulk & Natural Foods Panago Peregrine Lodge Personal Fine Wines Podollan Inns Prestige Harbourfront Resourt Proair Heating & Cooling R J Haney Heritage Village & Museum Rainbow Glass Rick Porteous Rita Greggor RONA - Salmon Arm Rosebank Farms Salmon Arm and Shuswap Lake Agricultural Association

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Garbage, recycling bins sought By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Garbage and recycling bins at Salmon Arm bus stops did not make their way into the 2016 city budget. Coun. Tim Lavery proposed, during last week’s budget deliberations, that $5,000 be set aside in a reserve. It could be used to purchase receptacles in the event that a community group could be found to maintain the bins. He explained the suggestion came from his neighbours, because from 30th down to the Jackson campus and to city hall is often littered with garbage due to no

bins at the bus stops. Coun. Ken Jamieson asked if the funds could be found within the recycling budget. Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering and public works said no, as it would be a new program and there are no funds available. Lavery was alone in voting for the $5,000 reserve contribution. Jamieson commented: “I think the challenge now is to make sure it happens in another way.” Council also discussed recycling bins for places other than bus stops.

Niewenhuizen said eight bins are being considered, with five downtown and one in Marine Park, one at McGuire Lake and one in Fletcher Park. He said he has been working with Downtown Salmon Arm on stainless steel, ‘twostream’ bins, one for paper and one for other containers. Coun. Chad Eliason said the proposed bins seem to be overdoing it. He suggested it would be more cost effective to have a ring around the existing containers where cans and bottles could be placed.

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“Wouldn’t we be better off to retrofit if it’s only a two-way stream, not three streams, until we bring in composting

in 2017 or 2018?” Eliason suggested. Council did not support $21,000 in the 2016 budget to purchase and install the eight bins, but agreed unanimously to contribute $10,500 if Downtown Salmon Arm would contribute the other half. Coun. Kevin Flynn clarified during council’s Nov. 23 meeting that DSA had not requested funds for the bins; it was a city staff initiative.

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with a power pole. BC Hydro said the incident took place about 10:48 a.m., when a semi tractor-trailer jackknifed on the TransCanada Highway and hit a power pole near

the Sicamous Husky. About 900 properties were affected. A vehicle also went over the embankment 10 kilometres east of Salmon Arm, but no one was seriously hurt.

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Families are invited to take skates and fishing gear and spend a day of fun at Bergerac Tree Farm. There will be ice fishing, skating and a sleigh ride out to choose the perfect tree. Marie Fortin has been grooming the trees for seven years and they’re ready to go. U-cut blue spruce, Fraser fir, Douglas fir and some pines are available. And there is more than one option – for $65, the whole family can enjoy the activities and get their tree as well. Potted

sits on, canning and preserving. On Christmas Tree Fun Days, she will have homemade preserves – jelly, pickles, antipasto, garlic and her own highly favoured invention – garlic blueberry jam. Living wreaths will also be available for purchase. Only ticket holders will be admitted. To guarantee your place on Dec. 12 or 13, call 250-8322338 or email bergerac@telus. net. “We’re always skating on the lake before Christmas,” Fortin says with a smile. “We’ll see what Mother Nature delivers.”

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This Christmas season, thanks to private donations, some needy people will be able to shop for fresh, local food at the Shuswap Farm and Craft Market. The program is an off-shoot of a partnership between the market and the Shuswap Family Resource Centre that ran from June to October. As part of that program, coupons were distributed to low-income seniors and families in Salmon Arm, enabling them to purchase local fruit, vegetables and meat at the farmer’s market. “We have seen how these coupons have made a significant difference for families and seniors,” says Susan Washington with the Shuswap Farm and Craft Market, who notes there was a wait

list for the program. In summer the program, which has had its funding continued for next year, offers 45 participants a total of $15 per week in coupons. Seeing the need, limited private funding was found to support the coupon program to continue in the winter for five participants. In addition to the purchase of the food, participants work with the resource centre to learn about nutrition, cooking and preserving their purchases to get the best use out of the products. “This program not only benefits the people, who are getting access to fresh, local, healthy food, but it also benefits the local farmers by supporting their operations,” says Washington. “It’s a real circle that has benefits for the

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To support the program, or for more information, contact Ebony Vardal at the Shuswap Family Resource and Referral Society at 250-832-2170 ex. 209 or by emails at ebony_vardal@familyresource.bc.ca.

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Arnold named deputy critic in Conservative shadow cabinet North OkanaganShuswap Member of Parliament Mel Arnold was named deputy critic for Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard in the opposition shadow cabinet. “I believe the team we have assembled will be the strongest Official Opposition this country has ever seen,” said Rona Ambrose, interim leader of the Conservative Party.

“I am proud to lead this team of talented and respected individuals from across Canada. Together, we will ask the Government the tough questions and hold them to account.” The Conservatives named Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack-Hope, as the critic for Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard in the opposition’s

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Senior to curtail pruning By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Clay Lank is giving his “little nippers” a bit of a rest and doesn’t plan on taking any more ticket-producing action in the foreseeable future. In September, Lank, 84, was issued a warning letter and then a ticket for ‘damaging park or public lands,’ with a potential fine of $100. For several years, Lank, who lives at the McGuire Lake Congregate Living Facility, has tidied up McGuire Lake Park, gathering up cigarette butts and other garbage, recycling cans and – the source of the ticket – clipping willow branches, trimming the tops off stumps, and pulling burdocks and thistles. One day in September he had just cut off an 11-foot willow branch, about threequarters of an inch in diameter, which he says was hanging over the sidewalk. He noticed city staff in a works truck across the street watching him. “They’ve been concerned about my little nippers, that I’m infringing on their territory or going to put them out of work,” Lank surmised at the time. A short time later he was given the ticket. City staff said the situation wasn’t as straightforward as it might seem. Lank had been asked to stop cutting vegetation by the water’s edge as it’s a riparian zone. Staff said he’d been asked several times but wasn’t willing to co-operate. Lank can still be seen working around McGuire Lake. “I’m out here, getting exercise so I can stay out of the doctor’s office, building up an appetite, enjoying the beautiful scenery and nice people,” he told the Observer last week. He was busy tidying up dirt left on the sidewalk by equipment that was being used to

upgrade the irrigation system. He explains the only things he’ll be removing now are burdocks, an action he says is okay with city staff. “I will definitely keep hacking on the burdocks. The boys

“They’ll be coming down and I’ll be responsible,” he vows. His challenge has sparked action, he says. An arborist came with red plastic tape and asked him to mark the two trees, which Lank has done.

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have no problem with me doing that.” However, that view doesn’t seem to be shared by city staff. Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of public works, says even the city has to get permission to do work at the water’s edge. He said he knows Lank has good intentions, but he mustn’t cut or trim. Pulling the weeds between the bricks on the memorial walkway is fine. “What we’ve told Clay, if he sees something that is disturbing him or is in need of repair, see Jason or myself. You don’t need to take it upon yourself.” Asked if the ticket situation has progressed, Lank said no. “I never intended to (pay it) and they never intended me too.” However, Kevin Pearson, the city’s director of development services, says the unpaid ticket went where unpaid tickets routinely go – to collections. Lank noted the city has since cleared and trimmed trees, branches and leaves round the lake. He is pleased with the work, so he doesn’t think he’ll need to be trimming any more vegetation – with one possible exception. He’s given the city an ultimatum of sorts. If two dead cottonwoods on the water’s edge aren’t removed by the first week of January, he’s arranged for someone to come cut them.

As he chats, he mentions nonchalantly one little bit of clipping he’s done recently. He points to a small pile of limbs on the ground. One evening about three weeks earlier, he

pulled his 24-foot extension ladder over to the park on the little trolley he uses for such things. He had noticed that a branch from a healthy maple next to one of the dead cottonwoods might catch if the dead tree blows over. He thought it could pull over the maple, possibly damaging a light standard nearby or, worse, someone on the sidewalk. So he climbed up the ladder and cut off the branch, which was about two inches in diameter. Told that it sounded like a dangerous job, Lank declares sometimes such actions are necessary. “My feeling is, you’ve got to be confident and if you’re really careful and the cause is a good cause, it’s worth it.”

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Grey Cup Party Watch the Grey Cup on Salmon Arm’s largest screen at the Salmon Arm Curling Club’s second annual Grey Cup Party on Sunday, Nov. 29. Cheer for your favourite team as you enjoy a burger and a beer for only $12. It promises to be a great time with door prizes, 50/50 draws, Grey Cup pool and drink specials. Get there early as it will fill up quickly. Kick off is 3 p.m.

Adult learn to ski program Phil Wright and other experienced Larch Hills Nordics skiers want to help you to enjoy crosscountry skiing on the Larch Hills Trails. If you are new to the area or new to cross-country skiing, the Adult Learn to Ski Program, supported by Larch Hills Nordics volunteers, may be just right for you. There is no charge. Skiers will learn tips on basic skiing technique and hints on ski equipment with beginner adults in a friendly, low-key way. For more information, contact Phil at 250-832-9517.

Donate at the ’Backs game The Silverbacks host the Vernon Vipers on Friday at the Shaw Centre at 7 p.m. Fans are invited to bring a non-perishable food donation to the game as HUB International will be collecting for the food bank.

Register for a bonspiel The Salmon Arm Curling Club will host the Women’s 50+ Bonspiel on Dec. 1-2. With an entry fee of $220 per team, each team is guaranteed four games, two lunches, local entertainment and a payout per game. For more information, call Janny at 250-803-6866 or the curling centre at 250-832-8700.

Pair of ’Backs ink deals The Silverbacks’ two top scorers Taro Hirose and Nick Hutchison have signed national letters of intent to play for their respective universities, which they committed to starting in the fall of 2016. Hirose, a Calgary native, has signed to play with the Michigan State University Spartans. Hutchison, originally from Hicksville, NY, will return to his home state to play for the Canisius College Golden Griffins.

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’Backs take bite out of ’Dogs By Evan Buhler OBSERVER STAFF

Despite going oneand-one on the weekend, Silverbacks head coach Brandon West was pleased with his team’s effort. “I thought we put in two very solid 60-minute performances over the weekend. Unfortunately in Prince George, the bounces didn’t go our way towards the end of the game,” said West. From their opening face-off Friday, the Silverbacks controlled the game. They dictated the pace of the game and created numerous scoring chances right off the bat. A pair of defence men, Damian Chrcek and Kodi Schwarz each scored their first goals of the season before Colton Thibault netted his 14th of the campaign. The ’Dogs chipped away at the Silverbacks first period lead when Adam Donnelly scored the ’Dogs lone goal. The ’Backs erupted for six goals in the second, including Chrcek’s second, and a pair of shorthanded goals by the speedy Ross Heidt, while Taro Hirose handed out four assists. Just 30 seconds before Heidt’s first goal,

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All out effort: Salmon Arm’s Mitch Newsome is tripped up by Alberni’s Quinn Syrydiuk as he attempts a shot on Carson Schamerhorn in a game at the Shaw Centre on Friday. Josh Blanchard also scored on the penalty kill. The Bulldogs were undoubtably shell-shocked after the ’Backs made it 6-1 and instigated fights after each whistle. West was pleased with the way the players handled themselves, taking care not to get sucked into the ‘nastiness.’ “The guys were definitely fired up. Our leaders on our bench kept the guys focused, and we beat them on the scoreboard. Every-

one contributed in the game.” Josh Laframboise and Elijiah Barriga bookended scoring in the wild second period, while Mitch Newsome capped the scoring, his third of the season in a subdued final period. Brandon Kegler made 32 saves for the win in place of the injured Angus Redmond. The Silverbacks made the long bus ride up to Prince George on Saturday to face the Spruce Kings. Prince George’s Matthew Stief

equalized the game late in the third and Braiden Epp got the winner just over a minute later as the Spruce Kings won 4-3. The ’Backs Laframboise opened the scoring and Stephen Penner tied it late in the first. In the second, Hirose and Adam Brubacher exchanged power-play goals, and Thibault put the ’Backs ahead in the third before the Spruce Kings rallied for the eventual win. “We played a very aggressive style game, and we gave up a few

penalties at the wrong time,” said West. West says Redmond will be back in the lineup for the weekend when the ’Backs take on Vernon at the Shaw Centre on Friday before completing the home-and-home series on Saturday in Vernon. Also missing from the line up on the weekend was Nick Hutchison. The Silverbacks leading scorer before the weekend picked up an upper body injury and it is unknown when he will return.

Ice Breakers win big at Ice Jam By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

It was an afternoon of the fastest action on ice at the Shaw Centre Saturday afternoon for the third annual Salmon Arm Ice Breakers Ice Jam short track speed skating races. The local club

notched a total of nine medals and notched their highest number of skaters participating ever. In the youngest age group, first time racer Lincoln Thurgood earned a silver medal in division one, followed by his teammate Corbin Coubrough

who skated to bronze in division one. In division two, skaters Jett Nash and Ila Isaac also earned silver and bronze respectively, while Devyn Hughes raced to a bronze in division three. It was gold for Aila Norlin in division four,

with teammate Jack Verdurmen picking up bronze. The competitive division five racing saw Bradley Hlina earn a bronze medal. Adult skater and club newcomer Kim Klapstein also took gold in his division. Salmon Arm Ice

Breaker racers include: Kynan Dicker, Ginger Anderson, Mackenzie Keating, Zachary Watkins, Keagan Isaac, Pyper Drew, Callie Belway, Alexander Watkins, Abby Bushell, Daniel Hlina, Pheonix Nash, Jack Isaac, Marissa Dollack and Cole Desautels.

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Thunderstruck make mark A wonderful weekend ended with a silver medal for the hard working Shuswap Thunderstuck U14 ringette team. The team travelled to the Lower Mainland to compete in the IceBreaker Ringette Tournament, where they faced their toughest rivals, Kelowna in the final. In a nail biting and closely fought contest, Kelowna would prevail with a 3-2 win despite the Shuswap girls thrilling parents and fans with scoring chances until the last

second of the game. Strong teamwork and effort was on display in the first game Friday morning with a convincing win over the host Burnaby-New Westminster team. Ashley Bitz, Phoebe Barnes and Delany Perry scored twice each, while Bethany Riley had a goal and an assist from the blueline. The second Friday game featured a match up with Fraser Valley, which the Thunderstruck won 2-0 in a tight, penalty-filled game.

Teagan Findlay and Chloe Latosky bolstered the team with strong defensive play. Saturday started with an early morning game against Vancouver-Richmond, which the Thunderstruck won handily. The game featured strong performances by forwards Kylynn Rosenburg and Arleen Chhokar, as well as Hannah Patterson on defence. In the second game on Saturday, the Thunderstruck met their greatest competition, the Kelowna Rockettes.

Shuswap came out flying and opened up a commanding 8-2 lead before Kelowna mounted a strong comeback. The game ended 8-6 with scoring by Mikaela Curdyk, who notched four goals, Sydney Decker and Taylor Cowen. The Shuswap Thunderstruck completed the round robin as the only undefeated team, winning all four games and finishing first in their division. Sunday morning began with a semi-final game against Port Coquitlam.

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There is a positive vibe bouncing through the Salmon Arm Secondary Golds senior basketball team as their season is set to get underway on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Head coach Rhys Waters is eager to get the season started. “We have what should be an exciting and very competitive team this year,” said Waters. The roster was finalized a little over three weeks ago, and Waters and his coaching staff have been putting the squad through their paces. Joining the coaching staff is Golds

alumni, Jordan Grieve, who just finished coaching the Golds football team. In preparation for the first game of the season against the Kelowna Secondary School Owls, the Golds have worked extensively on their conditioning, transition game and defensive play. The Golds will not be the tallest team in the division, so they will have to rely strongly on their ability to box out opponents and rebound efficiently. On the other hand, Salmon Arm is a team filled with speed and skill, which will allow them to break quickly up the court and hurt their opposition on the counter attack.

Curdyk scored a hat trick to lead Shuswap to a hard fought 4-2 victory to earn a place in the gold medal game. Thunderstuck coach Tobiah Riley contributes much of the team’s success to the stallar play of goaltender Ryann Decker.

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5 against the Mount Boucherie Bears before hosting their annual homecoming girls and boys tournament on Dec. 22 and 23 at the Sullivan Campus gym.

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Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Salmon Arm Observer

Chalet plan goes to vote Larch Hills: Expansion on the agenda. By Tracy Hughes OBSERVER STAFF

The Larch Hills Nordic Society is feeling the need for more space. Society members will be voting at the next regular meeting to approve a planned expansion to the log ski chalet at the base of the ski area. The current chalet, which is 1200 square feet, serves a membership base of 968 skiers and is frequently overflowing with participants, especially on Saturdays when both the ski team and Jackrabbits skiers are participating. Also the chalet is too small during many ski team practices, school ski trips, and during the Christmas season when many skiers take advantage of the trails. In a report to the members, the expansion committee notes that although Larch Hills has one of the highest memberships in B.C., it has a smaller chalet than every other B.C. club except one. The committee is advocating an expansion that would triple the size of the facility to 3600 square feet. The committee also considered the impacts of climate change on a proposed site for the facility, but noted that other ski clubs have built facilities at lower elevations, and moving the existing infrastructure and developing a trail system at a higher elevation would be prohibitively expensive and does not appear to be warranted. “If, in the future, cli-

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More room: The chalet is often very busy, especially when ski programs are running. mate change is such that the present stadium area will no longer receive sufficient snowfall for skiing, the area will likely be well used by out-of-season groups for many years to come… Our Chalet Expansion Committee is confident that this amazing recreational area will be used for cross-country skiing for many years to come,” states the committee

report. The addition would retain the existing bathrooms and electrical, while the roof would be replaced to match the new part of the structure. The cost of the expansion is estimated at $407,000. The vote will be held Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. in room one of the recreation centre. Only club members are entitled to cast ballots.

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Dress-up: Caravan

costume designer Catherine Hahn and artistic director Courtenay Dobbie share a laugh over one of the costumes for Bedstefader (or how grandfather finally came in out of the cold), this year’s winter sleigh ride production. The show opens with two preview nights Dec. 12 and 13.

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here is magic brewing at Caravan Farm Theatre. Everyone is as busy as Santa’s elves, preparing for this year’s winter show. Bedstefader (or how grandfather finally came in out of the cold) is a family story inspired by an old Danish folk tale. Inspiration came from an article artistic director Courtenay Dobbie read in a magazine. She came across a Danish word that sounds like hooga but is spelled hygge. “It is a Danish practice and or spirituality they practise in wintertime,” says Dobbie. “It doesn’t have a direct English word, but it’s about well-being and happiness in the long dark, cold of winter.”

To practise hygge or have it in their lives, Danish citizens keep their indoor environment very cosy. They may light candles or curl up fireside with a good book. They have many celebrations with family and friends, dine together, visit and enjoy parties. “I thought the concept is really beautiful and that a lot of Canadians do that too, just because of where we live,” Dobbie says. “But we don’t have any formal word that describes it or that has the same meaning.” Since seeing miniature horses at the IPE (Interior Provincial Exhibition) in Armstrong in 2010, Dobbie has been looking to incorporate them into one of Caravan’s production. “I was excited by them and their energy and when I thought about the Danish

winter show, I realized it would be a nice combination,” she says, noting four miniature horses will be pulling a sleigh. Dobbie took her ideas to Sean Dixon, a Toronto playwright who wrote Caravan’s 2012 summer play, Notorious Right Robert and his Robber Bride. “I phoned him and said ‘I have this concept; I want horses in the show and want it to be about a family. Can you work with these three ideas?’” He could and the story that emerged is about two little girls, Magdalena and her little sister Ida. Winter is approaching and they are waiting for their mother to come home for Christmas. “She is a medicine woman off doing good in the world,” explains Dobbie, pointing out, if this wasn’t

a fable, her work could be compared to Doctors Without Borders. “But their father reminds them their mother won’t be able to come home until all the people in the world come in from the cold.” The sisters, meanwhile, come across a homeless man and decide they need to help him so their mother will come home. “He’s mean, he likes his life the way it is and doesn’t want to come in,” Dobbie says. “They find out the homeless man is their grandfather and there is a nice magic reveal. And there is another one, but it’s a surprise.” The overall themes Dobbie wanted to explore at this time of year are charity – giving to people who have less, and providing comfort, warmth and food

to people who may not have that in their lives. That’s what the young sisters do for the homeless man – provide a beautiful meal and a place to lie his head on a cold winter night. Dobbie describes the cast as fantastic actors from all over Canada: Mother Falka is Toronto’s Rebecca Auerbach, Grandfather is played by another Toronto actor, Jack Nicholsen, and Father is Vancouver actor Sean Sonier. Big sister Magdalena is played by Toronto actor Georgina Beaty and Vancouver’s Evelyn Chew plays Ida. Set design is by Marshall McMahen, costume design is by Catherine Hahn, lighting is provided by Stephan Bircher and props design is by Scott Crocker. Dobbie directs the production and has written the

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For 79 years, the Okanagan Historical Society (OHS) has produced an annual report in the form of articles provided by eight member branches in the Okanagan Valley from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm. “This is the longest continuously published society report in B.C.,” says Shuswap branch member Diane Ambil. “It began in 1929 and apart from the war years, they’ve published one every year.” The reports cover the Shuswap, Similkameen and Okanagan, says Ambil, noting that although they are under the umbrella of the parent Okanagan Historical Society, each branch operates independently. Ambil became an active member of the Shuswap branch when she retired in 2009 and has been local branch editor since then. “This year, local articles include a 100-year history of the Tappen Co-op, contributed by Rosemary and Allan Wilson, a piece about the attractions of the Salmon Arm setting by Estelle Noakes and two biographies, one on Jim Scales, written by his son, and another on Eric Walters, written by Wynn Gittens. A section at the back

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of the report called Lives Remembered features short, anecdotal paragraphs on several residents who are members of longstanding Shuswap families. “We usually end up putting half a dozen in that section,” Ambil says. “This year’s entries include Vi Berger, Ruby Bridge, Don Byers, Grace Dodds, Roy Jewell, Hans Kusisto and Pat Shirley.” Each year, the society runs a contest, one essay and one video, and winning entries are published in the annual books. “There are lots of things about the rest of the valley this year: a piece on the Penticton Vees, the Thompson Okanagan First Na-

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tions fight for water rights in the Thompson-Okanagan area and the B.C. wine and grape industry. Ambil says the Shuswap is well represented as Rosemary Wilson of Tappen is the vicepresident of the parent body. “The Salmon Arm branch has published several books, thanks to (the late) Denis Marshall,” she says. “He wrote many books with the caveat that the profit go to the Salmon Arm branch of the OHS.” In 1995, Historic Roots featured the peo-

ple behind the names of several streets. The book has been updated and is now available. “We revised it because it would say things like across the street from Central Hardware or mention J-Lanes,” Ambil says. “And it’s updated to reference things like Lakeshore instead of Front Street.” Members of the society will be selling the book at the Mall at Piccadilly on Nov. 26 and 27. The cost is $25 and includes membership in the parent group. It is also available at local book stores.

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SSHSS and Copper Island Seniors Resource Centre (Seniors Helping Seniors), are hosting the meeting to determine information and knowledge gaps for developing an Age Friendly plan for the South Shuswap. Take this opportunity to join the grassroots initiative to make the South Shuswap communities AgeFriendly, allowing seniors to stay in their homes close to family and friends. Your voice will help will guide the next steps towards identifying the needs of the communities in Area C to make our communities more AgeFriendly. If you are a South Shuswap resident, please join us to to provide your input. Questions? Please contact us at agefriendlyshuswap@gmail.com or (250)835-2178. Everyone from the South Shuswap is invited!

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Pantomime all about the hair By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Vancouver playwright Peter Zednick describes Rapunzel: A Tangled Tale as “a fun retelling that introduces a twist to the hirsute tale in a fast-action pantomime with all the usual panto suspects and more.” The playwright, a friend of Shuswap Theatre member Ellen Gonella, gave director Julia Body permission to bring his new twist on an old fairy tale to Salmon Arm audiences. A distinctively different rendition, Rapunzel is locked in her tower by the wicked witch Vileda Scrunge, and, after many adventures Prince Pompadour, assisted by hairdresser Dame Wanda Wave, is able to rescue and marry her. “It’s very silly,” begins Body. “The town is called Haute Couture and the king and queen are all about hair.” Meet Queen Beehive, King Bouffant and Prince Pompadour. The prince has turned 21 and it’s time for him to get married. Four possible prospects, a Goth, a cheerleader, a Veronica Lake look-alike and a cell phone girl all have perfect hair. But Prince Pompadour doesn’t want to

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seen before.” Body cautions that with such a large cast and crew, tickets may sell out earlier than normal. The play runs over two weekends: Friday through Sunday, Dec. 4 to 6 and Dec. 11 to 13 – Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $9.98 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Youths between the ages of 12 and 20 may also purchase tickets for $5 through the SHUGO program at the Salmon Arm Arts Centre. Regular tickets are available online at www.shuswaptheatre. com or at Intwined Fibre Arts on Hudson Avenue.

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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): This week’s stars boost your rambunctious and restless Ram nature. You certainly have the passion to get projects off the ground – now all you need is the persistence to finish them. If you don’t adopt a more practical and long-term view, then your enthusiasm for a current project [or person] will gradually evaporate. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Are you stuck in a boring daily rut? This week’s stars shake up your Taurus comfort zone - which is a good thing, as it forces you to view a current situation from a totally different perspective. Then you can do something about it. Wednesday night’s Full Moon fires up your money zones, and a financial matter may become increasingly complicate and confusing. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Geminis are full of fabulous ideas, as the Full Moon lights up your sign and your enthusiasm for projects goes into overdrive. But, if you take a sharp detour into fantasy-land, then Saturn will bring you back down to earth with a thud. Projects need to pass the Practicality Test.

CLUES DOWN 1. Murrow, Sullivan & Koch 2. Carrying bag 3. Countess of Grantham 4. Key fruit 5. One kept in readiness 6. Bring back to normal 7. Avid 8. Lots of 9. Formal close (music) 11. Dad’s partner 13. Point that is one point E of SE 15. Myself 19. Minor disagreement 23. Promotional materials 24. Bahama capital 25. Rudiments of a subject 26. Bleat 27. Right linebacker 28. Flower petals 29. Early culture of Gr. Britain 34. Worldwide internet 35. 7th Greek letter 36. When born (abbr.) 37. Before 39. Existing forever 40. About name 41. Myanmar monetary unit 42. Island north of Guam 44. Soft 45. __ Castell, makers of pens 46. Excessively fat 47. Eliminates 48. A Hindu prince or king in India 51. Carrier’s invention 52. Possessed 53. Deserve through action 54. Doyen 58. A way to change color

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The Full Moon shines a spotlight on financial matters [especially the resources you share with others]. Money matters look complicated and confusing, as extra expenses surface or cracks appear in a financial partnership. If you can’t sort it out yourself, then find a professional who can. Whether it’s money, property or relationships; all joint endeavours need to be closely examined and carefully reassessed. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Dubious daydreams will get you nowhere and promises are cheap! Under the influence of Saturn - make sure you keep yourself grounded and walk your talk. The Full Moon falls in your relationship zone, so you can expect dramas in Sadge Love Land.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Expect an emotional rollercoaster this week, as the Full Moon unsettles you and stirs up unpredictable moods. So avoid making important decisions until things settle down. And don’t expect to achieve much of practical value, as you’re in the mood to daydream the hours away in your cosy Crab cave.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Life looks tricky this week, as the Neptune/Saturn square confuses communication and you are driven by strange, irrational moods. The best way to handle this disorienting transit is to adopt the KISS principle – Keep It Simple Sweetheart. The more you complicate matters [and take on too many commitments] the more woeful the week will be.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It’s time for Cats to get cracking! When it comes to relatives, neighbours, social media, study and travel, the more proactive and positive you are, the better the outcome will be. However, on Wednesday and Thursday a lack of focus, direction and discrimination could temporarily side-track and confuse you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): At the moment there’s a fine line between being spontaneous and successful … and being hasty and foolhardy. Also, a cherished goal or dream may require much more planning than you originally thought. That’s OK. Concentrate on enjoying the long and winding journey, rather than just focusing on the destination.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This week, Mercury [your ruling planet] conjuncts Saturn and then squares Neptune, which could prompt you to be very self-critical and somewhat confused. Believe in yourself Virgo! With Jupiter jumping through your sign, have confidence in your unique and varied talents.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Prepare for a reality check, as Saturn squares Neptune. When it comes to a project, plan or current situation, it will suddenly dawn on you that 1] you haven’t done all the preparation required 2] your idea or attitude was completely unrealistic to start with or 3] your confidence has disappeared. It’s time to give dubious dreams and unrealistic schemes the boot!

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CLARENCE (CLEM) JOHN FROESS Clarence (Clem) John Froess was born in Carmel, Saskatchewan on August 12, 1938. He passed away with his family by his side at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on November 19th, 2015 at the age of 77. He will lovingly be remembered by his wife Margaret; his two sons, Jim of Enderby and Bob (Nancy) of Kamloops, and daughter Karen (Thomas) of Enderby, his brothers Dick of Vernon, Dave (Beth) of Salmon Arm, his sister Edna (Dave) Jackson of Blue Ridge, Alta, his sister-in-law Luella of Kitimat and numerous nieces and nephews. During his lifetime, Clem worked as a faller, forklift operator, carpenter and a farmer. He liked to participate in local sports, playing ball and old timer hockey. Most of all, he had a passion for the outdoors and enjoyed camping, fishing, snowmobiling and hiking with friends (and pancake breakfasts). He will always be known for his ability to work hard, his willingness to help, and his boyish grin. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, November 28th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Enderby B.C. with Father Tony Ackerman, Celebrant. Reception to follow. If so desired, contributions in his memory can be made to the BC SPCA Shuswap Branch, 5850 Auto Rd. SE, Salmon Arm B.C. V1E 2X2 Online Condolences can be sent through Clem’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bower’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm KEVIN BRUCE COATES March 24, 1959 - November 2, 2015 It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the death of Kevin Bruce Coates on November 2, 2015. Kevin was born March 24, 1959, the last in a line of six siblings. Kevin grew up in Chase on the family farm. Kevin had a passion for anything with a motor, the faster it went the better. Many of you will remember his mud-bogging days with “Blue Thunder.” One of his other passions was fishing. He was happiest with a fishing rod in his hand. Kevin started working for CP Rail at a young age and made many friends there who still remain his friends today (his CP family). He became a Heavy Duty Mechanic and continued his employment at CP Rail until he retired and opened his own mechanical repair shop at his home in Chase - KC and Sons. Kevin loved his sons. They were his world. He took them on as many camping, fishing, and hunting trips as they wanted. He worked hard to give “his boys” whatever they wanted and to guide them through life as best he could. Kevin faced many challenges in his short life, most of which he overcame. The last was too much. Kevin will be loved and remembered by “his boys” Devon (Daria) Coates, Matthew Coates, Braden (Kimberlyn) Coates, Chance Coates and Shale Coates. Also mourning Kevin’s loss are his brothers Dave (Carole) Coates, Ken (Maureen) Coates, Gary (Sandra) Coates, his sisters Judy (Bert) Deneault, and Holly (Pete) Mintz, and many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was predeceased by his mom and dad “Bud” and Ruby Coates, and brother-in-law Terry Hand. A memorial gathering for Kevin took place on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at the home of Gary and Sandra Coates at 4580 Kamloops-Shuswap Road.

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RICHARDSON, CLAYTON HARVEY December 2, 1925 - Three Hills, AlbertaNovember 16, 2015 - Calgary, Alberta Clayton â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Clayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Richardson of Calgary, passed away on November 16, 2015 at the age of 89 years. Clay was born in Twining, Alberta, the second of two children born to Elizabeth and William Richardson. He and his older sister Doris attended school in Three Hills, Alberta. Following graduation, Clay quickly enlisted in the Canadian Navy in 1943. Clay was discharged at the end of WWII and began his studies in Pharmacy at the University of Alberta in 1948. He began his career in pharmacy at Horsley Drugs in Red Deer in 1952 and later moved to Waterbury Drugs in Three Hills. Clay married Jean (Christie) in June 1953. He had an opportunity in 1956 to pioneer his own drugstore in Hinton, AB as a new pulp mill was under construction. He and Jean owned and managed King Value Drug Mart until 1989. Clay was very active in the Hinton community as the president of the Chamber of Commerce, President of the Progressive Conservative Association as well as President of the Optimist club. Clay was often seen helping with projects that improved the Town of Hinton and assisted with the hand digging of the first outdoor swimming pool, helping to build the clubhouse at the golf course, helping with the minor hockey program and helping to build the first curling rink in Hinton. Clay and Jean retired to Salmon Arm, BC in 1989 and enjoyed many years spending summers at Mara Lake BC and winters in Mesa, AZ. Clay and Jean were actively involved with the Rotary Club of Salmon Arm and were awarded the distinguished Paul Harris Award. In 2000 Clay and Jean moved to Calgary to be closer to family. Clay also became involved with the Rotary Club of Calgary and remained active until 2014. He enjoyed a very special closeness and camaraderie with his brother-in-law, Tom Christie following Jeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death in 2002. Clay leaves behind many good friends at Sienna Park Green. Clayton was very proud of his rural farming upbringing and achieved success by working hard, serving people and looking for ways to make his community a better place. He was a strong role model and provider for his family. We will always miss our Dad and Poppa dearly but will remember him with a smile, a wink and a happy heart. Clay is survived by his daughter Elizabeth (BettyJean) (Randy) Sachro of Okotoks, AB, and his sons James (Vivianne) Richardson of Scotch Creek, BC and Kenneth (Janice) Richardson of Calgary, AB. Poppa was also very proud of his grandchildren Derrick Franche, Christie (Christopher) Smith, Chelsea (Derek Kovalskie) Franche, Benjamin Sachro, Jennifer (Luke) Flowers, Clayton (Katelyn Grimbly) Richardson, Blair Richardson and Colin Richardson. Great Poppa is also survived by his great-grand children, Avery and Oliver Smith and Isla Kovalskie. Clay is also survived by his second family Tom (Phyllis) Christie, Jim (Doris) Christie and Jack (Lynn) Christie as well as many nephews and nieces. Clayton was predeceased by his beloved wife Jean in 2002, grandson Adam Sachro, parents William and Elizabeth Richardson, his sister Doris Parker, his brothers-in-law Robert and Charlie Christie, Walter Parker and his sistersin-law Margaret, Clarice and Nancy Christie, and son-in-law Dale Franche. A Celebration of Claytonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life was held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Monday, November 23, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Clayton will be interred and rejoin his love, Jean in Three Hills, AB at a later date. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial donations be made to the Providence Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre, 5232 4th Street SW, Calgary, AB. T2V 0Z4 where Clay spent many hours volunteering and reading books to â&#x20AC;&#x153;his kidsâ&#x20AC;? or Alberta Hospice Palliative Care Association, 1245-70th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 2X8. Our family would like to thank the staff at the Scenic Acres Retirement Living Center as well as the medical and nursing staff at Foothills Medical Centre and the staff at the Chinook Hospice who made Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final journey so comfortable and peaceful. In living memory of Clayton Richardson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575.

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Christmas Cookie Walk First United Church 450 Okanagan Ave. Sat. Dec.5 11am - 3pm Celebrate the season with the taste of home baked cookies! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out perfect for hostess gifts too! Relax at the Christmas â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cafeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hot beverages & delicious cookies

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Christmas Gift & Craft Fair St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parish Hall 60 - 1st Street SE Friday, Nov. 27, noon - 7pm Sat., Nov. 28, 10am - 4pm Over 30 tables of great gifts Concession on site - Full Menu - Home Cooking Lots of Parking, wheel chair accessible

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MICHAUX, DORIS GLADYS

Born June 29, 1923 in East Tottenham, England; died November 16, 2015

Doris was predeceased by her much loved husband, Edgar and is lovingly remembered by her five children: Maureen, Roy, Laverne, Elaine and Peter (Gisele); she will be greatly missed by her 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, her extended family and many friends. We will all be richer for knowing her. A memorial service was held on Saturday, Nov. 21 at Marrion Village, 1968 Bee Street, Victoria. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Arthritis Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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By shopping local you support local people. DUNCAN, IAN WINDLEY Ian Windley Duncan passed away peacefully at home on November 13, 2015, at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife, Maureen Stickney; children, Maggie (Todd), Mary (Hans), Bill (Olga) and Tom (Janet); stepsons, Greg (Sudabeh) and Gerald (Kerri); 15 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; as well as numerous cousins across North America, Scotland and Australia. Ian is predeceased by his son, John (2011); his great grandson, Josias (2008); and his former wife, Eva Robertson (1996). Before moving to the Shuswap in 1992, Ian enjoyed an influential career as a civil engineer. Employed by the University of Calgary in 1964, he retired in 1989 as Director of the Physical Plant. The major building projects leading up to the 1988 Winter Olympics were a highlight for him, especially the unique design and building challenges presented with building the Olympic Oval. Upon retirement, he was recognized with the title â&#x20AC;&#x153;Director Emeritus,â&#x20AC;? and in 1994, he was further honored with the prestigious â&#x20AC;&#x153;Order of the University of Calgary.â&#x20AC;? An intelligent, patient and steadfast man, Ian was a consistent and reassuring presence in the lives of his children as they were growing up and beyond. His efforts to connect with the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roots in Scotland, North America and Australia have left a lasting legacy for the younger generations of Duncans. Maureen and Ian enjoyed travels to various destinations near and far, often drawn by family: Scotland, England, Ireland, Australia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Ottawa, the east coast of Canada, many parts of BC and around Salmon Arm. His Salmon Arm community will remember Ian as a devoted husband and an avid supporter of local businesses and institutions, including the Shuswap Film Society, the Shuswap Art Gallery Association and the Shuswap Community Foundation. They may also know him as someone who fixed a problem door, changed a light fixture, performed wizardry with mortar and trowel, or as the guy with just the right tool or right-sized bolt for the job at hand. A Celebration of Ianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held in Salmon Arm in the early evening of December 28, 2015. For more details, please contact ianduncan. remembered@gmail.com or Genean at 1-250-8334052. If you are unable to attend, we invite you write a tribute and forward it to the same email address or by mail to Ian Duncan Tribute, 47 Krick Road, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 3C6. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to your choice of the three organizations listed above.

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Lost & Found Here Today â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation. Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.

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FOUND: A set of GMC vehicle keys in front of 272 Alexander St. NE on Thurs., Nov. 5 Call (250)832-9966 FOUND: Tool box by the on ramp at the Comfort Inn, Nov. 17 (250)463-5949 LOST: Silver ring w/ swirling wave design, great sentimental value, no money value. Please call (250) 463-5315 REWARD!

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Missing dog â&#x20AC;&#x153;CHELSEAâ&#x20AC;? Golden retriever, Male Tattoo #56JCT - 10 yrs old 2003 Solsqua Rd. 1-250-836-4744 1-250-804-1937 vhiebert8@gmail.com

LARCH HILLS NORDIC SOCIETY Notice of General Meeting Tuesday Dec. 8, 2015, 7 pm Rm 1 SASCU Rec Centre Important note: there will be a vote on approval for the Chalet Expansion Project. Interested members are encouraged to attend

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

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The Staff at Bowers Funeral Home warmly invite you to the 14th Annual

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Thursday, December 10 @ 7 pm This service will include candle lighting, music and poetry to commemorate loved ones who have passed away. All are welcome to attend. Caring and Serving the Families of our Community

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CLASS 1 Qualified Canadian and Local Drivers required Immediately. We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for the Western Provinces. 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. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume and abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Client Services Drew Lee-Hai is seeking a P/T permanent candidate and a F/T temporary candidate for addition to their client services team for the upcoming tax season to assist with clerical and administrative duties. The candidates must possess strong communication skills, must be courteous, organized, must be able to multi-task and perform a variety of office duties with little supervision. Computer skills and interpersonal skills are essential. Please send your resume to: info@drewleehai.ca or fax 250-832-5377.

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DELI CLERK - PART TIME Our Salmon Arm Downtown Deli Department requires a part time clerk. You must be able to work day and evening shifts, have excellent customer service skills and preferably hold a Food Safe certificate. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team, we want to hear from you. Please apply in person to; Cheryl Adams, Deli Manager – Downtown Store or by email to cheryl@askewsfoods.com

We are looking for a Client Service Representative Our sales team provides service and support to business partners worldwide through a variety of communication mediums. If you are client focused, love to multi task and want to support a product you believe in, this is the job for you. This inside position supports our client service team, assisting in the provision of product information, technical support, quotation data entry, responding to online customer inquires, following up on projects and other related client service responsibilities. This highly interactive position requires clear and concise communication skills relating to product knowledge and technical support on product suitability and installation. Candidates with strong client service and inside sales skills, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office along with a good mathematical aptitude should apply. Experience in our industry is not essential however experience working with clients is a must. If you would like to apply please respond by December 10, 2015: jobs@saobserver.net and reference job# JCSR2015

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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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Insurance Advisor (Personal Lines) Full Time - 8 Month Temporary SASCU Insurance, Salmon Arm DĂŬĞ ǇŽƵƌ ĨƵƚƵƌĞ Ăƚ ^ ^ h͘ Ɛ Ă ǀĂůƵĞͲďĂƐĞĚ ŽƌŐĂŶŝǌĂƟŽŶ͕ ^ ^ h ŝƐ ĂƐ ĐŽŵŵŝƩĞĚ ƚŽ ǇŽƵƌ ĞŵƉůŽǇĞĞƐ ĂƐ ǁĞ ĂƌĞ ƚŽ ŽƵƌ ŚŽŵĞ ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝƟĞƐ͘ EŽƚ ǇŽƵƌ ƚǇƉŝĐĂů ĞŵƉůŽǇĞƌ͕ ǁĞ ŽīĞƌ ƚŚŝŶŐƐ ŽƵƌ employees appreciate on a daily basis. Come discover for yourself ǁŚĂƚ ŵĂŬĞƐ ^ ^ h ƐƵĐŚ Ă ŐƌĞĂƚ ƉůĂĐĞ ƚŽ ǁŽƌŬ͘ Insurance Advisor (Personal Lines), Full Time - 8 Month Temporary SASCU Insurance, Salmon Arm SASCU is currently looking for an Insurance Advisor (Level II) to provide a high level of service quality to new and repeat clients on a variety of Personal lines and Autoplan products and services. The successful incumbent must have a completed Level 1 General Insurance Salesperson License; or CAIB 1 equivalent, and be eligible to hold a Level 2 General Insurance Salesperson License within 6 ŵŽŶƚŚƐ ŽĨ ŽďƚĂŝŶŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ͘ WƌĞĨĞƌĞŶĐĞ ǁŝůů ďĞ ŐŝǀĞŶ ƚŽ candidates with a completed Level 2 General Insurance Salesperson License; or CAIB 2 equivalent. &Žƌ Ă ĐŽŵƉůĞƚĞ ĚĞƐĐƌŝƉƟŽŶ ŽĨ ƚŚŝƐ ƌŽůĞ ĂŶĚ ŚŽǁ ƚŽ ĂƉƉůǇ͕ ƉůĞĂƐĞ ǀŝƐŝƚ ǁǁǁ͘ƐĂƐĐƵ͘ĐŽŵͬĐĂƌĞĞƌƐ͘ dŚŝƐ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ǁŝůů ďĞ ŽƉĞŶ ĨŽƌ ĂƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶƐ ƵŶƟů December 4, 2015. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Pharmacy Assistant Pharmasave in Salmon Arm is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Assistant to join our dispensary team. We are looking for a strong team player with outstanding customer service skills, attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a busy environment. Please submit your resume in confidence to the Pharmacy Manager Troy Cook: rx244@forewest.ca

Home Care/Support Caregivers/care aide needed for P/T work. No experience required. Paid orientation. Must have DL. 250-379-2971 or text 250-306-9445

Medical/Dental HUGE DEMAND for Medical Transcriptionists! CanScribe is Canada’s top Medical Transcription training school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535. www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com

Trades, Technical WATKIN MOTORS Ford, Vernon, B.C. immediately requires an experienced Ford Diesel Technician. Go to watkinmotors.com About us, Employment, to apply and review required qualifications.

Work Wanted YARD raking and tree pruning. (250)832-4247

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Accounting Technician Drew Lee-Hai, Chartered Professional Accountants/ Business Advisors, is seeking a full time Accounting Technician. Qualifications/Attributes • Formal education in accounting and/or at least 3 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience • Strong working knowledge of Sage 50, QuickBooks, CaseWare, Taxprep and Microsoft Office software would be a definite asset • Ability to prioritize tasks in a time-sensitive environment with competing deadlines • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, well organized, time management skills • Keen attention to detail is essential Key Responsibilities • Perform general bookkeeping duties including payroll, preparation of monthly GST/HST, PST and other government filings • Preparing engagement working papers, financial statements, and client correspondence • Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns • Assist professional staff with year-end client needs • Maintaining client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and schedules We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send your resume to: info@drewleehai.ca or fax 250-832-5377.

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Quiet private strata unit for sale in the perfectly secluded Florence Grove Estates in downtown Salmon Arm. 2bdrm., 1.5bath, large single car garage, ample storage, bright open floor plan large enough for both kitchen & dining room eating area. Living room opens to patio with private lawn area. Central location to downtown, malls & senior centre. Please call (250)832-6685 for viewing.

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CHASE: 3bdrm upper floor duplex $825/mo. ALSO 2bdrm ground level unit $625/mo. perfect for family shared living space or single units, NP, NS (778)220-0164

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Homes Wanted

CLOSING DOWN CAFE SALE Dishes, cutlery, serving dishes cafe tables, chairs & stools patio furniture, large equip. & much more. Nov 28 & 29 Sat, Sun. 9-3 Johnny’s Java & Gifts Falkland. Questions call 250550-7158 Kijiji # 1117261174

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Mortgages

DRY Firewood for sale starting at $150/chord-delivered. Contact George (250)804-3216 www.shuswapfirewood.com J.D. Snowblower 524D, 5HP-24in. 6sp-R1-R2. Rotating blower. $1600 New - Now $750 Used 3 times. (250)832-0512 MAYTAG Performa portable dishwasher. 6 hr delay wash. $150. 5 pc solid wood bed set-lg. dresser, highboy, 2 end tables, headboard. Queen or full. $300. Office desk 30X60, sideboad.sec. desk, 3 drawers $200.(250)808-9336 (250)4986788 POTTERY a timeless gift. Local-

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Apt/Condo for Rent

DOWNHILL Ski boots, white. Women’s Diabello size 27.5 (shoe size 10-10.5) 75 flex, used 1 season (2014) $100. OBO (250)804-3818

1BDRM. apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $725/mo.(1-855)852-5660

Free Items FREE front-loading AG Kenmore washer. Suitable for parts & must be picked up. (250)832-3335

1BDRM apt in town, avail Dec. 1, clean, quiet, $700/mo. heat & h/w incl. (250)832-5858 (250)833-4726 3BDRM apt, NS & NP. $1200/mo. + util. Avail immed., upon approved application. (250)832-6911 (250)804-8421

SNOWTIRES Nokian 225/60 R16 on rims off Grand Caravan $100. OBO (250)832-7323

FREE Plastic Lawn Edging, 4 1/2 inches high, 70 ft long (250)832-8918

HUGE 1 bedroom, $850/mo. inc. utilities, garbage. NP, avail. Dec. 1 Call Bonnie (250) 871-6000

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Misc. for Sale

LAKEVIEW MANOR 2 bdrm, fully furnished $885 + hydro Available Now Viewing McGuire Park & Mt Ida. Close to all amenities in quiet adult NS, NP building. Short Term available Ref’s req’d (250)833-9148 SICAMOUS: Studio/Bachelor Apt. for rent. F/S & parking. $500.00/month plus Hydro and Security Deposit 250 8363849 SICAMOUS: TOWNHOUSE, adult only, 2bdrm, 2bath, 5appl., 2car garage, fireplace, central air, cable tv, avail. immed. (250)837-5774

Classiﬁeds Get Results! Commercial/ Industrial FOR Lease: Fully equipped tire shop, 2 or 3 bays with balancers ALSO shops for lease different sizes (250)832-3829 (250)515-6051

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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A 1975 High liner boat trailer abandoned at 5455 Canoe Point Road since June 2003 will be disposed of. Please provide proof of ownership and pay the storage owing of $400 by Dec. 31, 2015. Call: 778-489-2233

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Modular Homes SORRENTO: Mobile Home beside Frankie’s Pizza, avail. Dec. 1st, $650./mo + util.,refs & DD, NS (1-250)675-4104

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Suites, Lower BRIGHT 1bdrm. suite, level entry, large kit., lots of storage, Central Air/WiFi/Cable, garden avail. util Incl. Ref req’d pets neg. NS (250)515-2343 BRIGHT Bsmt, walk out suite in lower Raven. Part. furn., 2-sofas + 1 bed, W/D. Incl. heat, optic TV, 1 prkg spacesuitable for a single, due to noise factor. Asking $800. Refs req’d. Call(250)832-3016

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Want to Rent LOCAL non-profit agency looking for donated one room office/meeting space in Salmon Arm area. Please contact Jo-Anne Crawford (250)8323885 Ext. 1301 LOOKING to rent a cabin or small house, quiet gentleman, likes to garden, ref’s avail. Call Maurice (250)517-7429

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Tips needed in tampering of Dale Lake culvert By Richard Rolke BLACK PRESS

The search is on for those individuals who may have triggered a massive slide and flood. Ministry of Forests natural resource officers are seeking the public’s help to find those responsible for tampering with culverts at Dale Lake, which led to a debris flood down Cooke

Creek, east of Enderby, in May 2014. “We’re just thankful there were no injuries or loss of life,” said Patrick Tobin, compliance and enforcement branch manager. The debris washed down the creek roared into the Shuswap River and caused extensive damage to the Kingfisher Interpretive Centre. Mabel Lake Road was also wiped out, cutting

off access to the Kingfisher community for a few days. Natural resource officers would like to speak to anyone who may know the people responsible for the tampering, or anyone who observed suspicious people or vehicles at Dale Lake prior to May 2, 2014. Tobin’s office has been working on the case since the slide occurred. “It was a fairly complex

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Winning image: Reneigh Gerow took top prize with her image of outdoor hockey.

Photograph captures judge’s attention A photo contest has, once again, revealed the diverse beauty of the vast Columbia Shuswap Regional District – and the talent of some of its residents. Co-ordinated by the regional district’s communications team, the contest drew 140 submissions from 40 participants. Winners were declared in three age categories: 12 and under, 13 to 18 years of age and 19 and over. The contest was open

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to amateur photographers residing in Canada. Members of the communications team made their first, second and third choices in each category and the ones with the most points won. Top overall winner was Reneigh Gerow, for a photo of an iconic Canadian scene – someone playing hockey on an outdoor rink. Gerow will be awarded a GoPro at the regional district’s open house on Thurs-

day, Dec. 3. Other winners will also receive their prizes and the photo entries will be revealed. Members of the public are invited to take a tour of the new administration building, learn about the services CSRD provides and get to know staff, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 555 Harbourfront Dr. NE. Cake, coffee and light refreshments will be served. Non-perishable food items will be accepted for the food bank.

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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, NOV. 25

CHRISTMAS DINNER – Christmas Day dinner is available

to those who cannot prepare their own or do not wish to be alone. This year, the dinner will be held at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6th Avenue, NE. Rides are provided if needed. Free tickets are now available at Pharmasave, the Mental Health and Churches thrift shops, the Seniors’ Resource Centre, Second Harvest Food Bank, Salvation Army and the soup kitchen.

EXHIBITION– Lisa Figueroa Studio/Gallery presents

Metaphorica, works by Figueroa and Linda Franklin, in the lower level of the Salmon Arm Art Gallery, by chance or appointment at 250-803-3036.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION – A drop-in class of guided

meditation and a teaching is held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Downtown Activity Centre.

FRIDAY, NOV. 27 POTTERY SALE – The Salmon Arm Pottery Club hosts a

Christmas sale of handmade local pottery in the Mall at Piccadilly, Friday and Saturday during mall hours.

GIFTS GALORE – A Christmas gift and craft sale takes

place at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, 60 First St. SE from noon to 7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. More than 30 tables, full menu of homecooked food in the concession.

Admission is a donation of a toy for the Family Resource Centre’s Toy Drive.

MOVEMBER GALA – Don your finest thrift store formal

wear, take your favourite beverage and enjoy a night of moustache appreciation and gourmet grilled cheese competition to raise funds for prostate cancer research at 7 p.m. at Gratitude Hot Yoga, 185 Hudson Ave.

WORKSHOP – Shuswap Association of Writers presents

the Language of Story a slightly different approach to plotting that can make a huge difference in the ability to visualize and clarify a story, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the boardroom at the Mall at Piccadilly.

FILM FARE – The Shuswap Film Society presents People

Places Things, a comedic take on a newly single father as he attempts to balance parenting, dating and work as a graphic artist at 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

SUNDAY, NOV. 29 SHUSWAP CONNEXTIONS – a disability film festival at the

Salmar Classic Theatre. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. with a meet and greet. Films include I Am Sam at 10 a.m.; Benny & Joon – 12:45 p.m.; Up Syndrome – 3; Mask – 5 and Rain

public are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 2 FASHION FOR FAMINE – takes place at 7 p.m. at the Salmon

Arm Secondary Sullivan campus. Students, teachers and Salmon Arm Silverbacks will model fashions provided by Nalu and Shuswap Clothing & Shoe Co. Tickets will be sold at the door: $7 for adults and $5 for students. Half of all proceeds will go to Second Harvest Food Bank, with the other half being contributed to School District #83’s Adopt-a-Village in Ecuador.

FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society presents That Sugar

Film, a documentary on one man’s experiment to record the effects of a high-sugar diet on a healthy body, 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

THURSDAY, DEC. 3 OPEN HOUSE – The Columbia Shuswap Regional District

invites members of the public to take a tour of the new administration building, learn about the services CSRD provides and get to know staff from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 555 Harbourfront Dr. NE. A ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place at noon. Non-perishable food items will be gratefully accepted for the food bank. DECEMBER DOWNTOWN – Late night shopping runs

Thursday, Dec. 3, 10 and 17 with prize draws, gift wrapping and carollers.

FRIDAY, DEC. 4

FOOD BANK FUNDRAISER – Dough Boyz

presents a fundraising dinner by Dough Boyz, dessert by the Shuswap Pie Company and live music featuring the Tappalachian String Band at 6:30 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Legion. Take a non-perishable food item to be entered into a sponsor raffle. Tickets are available at the legion, Dough Boyz, Bar Salon and the Pie Company.

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LADIES’ NIGHT OUT – Living Waters

Community Church, 180 Lakeshore Dr., hosts vendors, crafts, finger food buffet at 6 p.m., lecture and silent auction, with proceeds to Second Harvest. Tickets are available at the church office on weekday mornings or call Bev at 250-804-8775.

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COFFEE TIME – The Shuswap Writers’

Group hosts a coffee house from 7 to 9 p.m. at Choices Restaurant. Everyone is welcome to listen or read something you’re working on. Shirley DeKelver will read from her new young adult novel Lilacs and Bifocals, answer questions and sign books. Musicians are also welcome. Open Mic. A light supper is available at 6:30. For more information, contact Kay McCracken at kaymcc1@ shaw.ca or at 250-832-6083.

CONCERT – Voice of the Shuswap and Aspiral Youth

Partners present Larry and Jane Stephenson at 7 p.m. at the SASCU Downtown Activity Centre. Tickets are available at the DAC office or by calling 250-463-5026.

SATURDAY, NOV. 28 SILENT AUCTION – The Linda Howarth Memorial

Preschool holds a fundraising auction at the Mall at Piccadilly. Closing is at 4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call 250-832-2009.

TOY DRIVE– Hub International presents a free showing of

A Christmas Story at 1 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

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Man at 7:45 p.m.. Admission is by donation. For more information, call Nanci at 250-463-1865 or send an email to shuswapconnextions@outlook.com.

MONDAY, NOV. 30 SPECIAL SHOWING – Straight from the London stage,

Salmar presents, The Winter’s Tale, Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s production of Shakespeare’s latelife portrait of the wreckage wrought by jealousy, starring Dame Judi Dench, at 7 p.m. at the Salmar Classic. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth.

WATER – The Wetland Alliance: The Ecological Response

(WA:TER) hosts Norma Miller, co-ordinator of B.C. Real Estate Association Floodplain Maps Action Plan, who will present “It Will Flood: Why Salmon Arm Needs Floodplain Mapping” at 7 p.m. at the Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 30 St. NE. Members of the

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL – The local chapter of Grandmothers to Grandmothers holds a Christmas sale of knitted goods Friday and Saturday at the Mall at Piccadilly . Proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation for African grandmothers.

presents Rapunzel: A Tangled Tale, a fun retelling of a hairy tale, Friday through Sunday, Dec. 4-6 and 11-13 – Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at shuswaptheatre. com or at Intwined Fibre Arts, 81 Hudson Ave. See www. shuswaptheatre.com for details.

SATURDAY, DEC. 5 COMMUNITY BAND – Salmon Arm

Community Band Christmas concert takes place 7:30 p.m. at First United Church.

CRAFT FAIR – A Christmas craft fair takes place from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. at Scout Hall, 2460 Auto Rd. SE.

DECEMBER DOWNTOWN – An elves workshop takes place

from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 and 12 at the Arts Centre on Hudson Avenue.

CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK – Celebrate the season with the

taste of home baked cookies. Perfect for hostess gifts. Relax at the Christmas café with a hot beverage and a plate of delicious cookies from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First United Church, 450 Okanagan Ave. For more information, contact Lorraine Ellens at 250-833-4642.

FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society presents The Grump,

a comedy about an 80-year-old Finnish farmer who reluctantly goes to live with his son and his up-tight, career-oriented daughter-in-law. The show starts at 5 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

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Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Salmon Arm Observer

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2. On Monday, December 14, 2015, everyone who shows up at the Salmon Arm Observer office with $300 or more (before taxes) in participating merchant receipts will be entered into a draw to win $1350 in Merchant Gift Certificates. The first 25 people who provide proof of purchase from these participating merchants, totalling $300 or more (before taxes) will receive ONE “Pandee” – a limited edition Gund™ Teddy Bear.

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