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Nelson resident applies to build skiing operation Lee Johnston hopes his plan meets a better fate than Kootenay Heli-Ski T YLER HARPER Nelson Star
Lee Johnston is hoping his dream succeeds where another’s recently failed. Johnston has applied for use of land just south of Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park to develop a non-mechanized backcountry skiing operation. The Nelson resident’s plan has been gestating since 2004 when Johnston started working as a ski patroller and leading tours in the Selkirk Mountains. “I just fell in love with the life as a ski touring guide at a remote hut,” he said. “Hauling water and serving your guests after a whole day of guiding them, in that environment it really struck a chord with my heart.” Johnston’s proposal, for a company called Alpine Basin Ski-touring, was received by the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources on Nov. 9. His request also includes occasional use of the southern face of a mountain within Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. The ministry has 140 days to accept or deny the application. The application comes after Kootenay Heli-Ski’s tenure application to operate daily heliski tours in the same area was denied in November. Public opposition was cited by the ministry as one reason for the application’s failure. Johnston wants to avoid the same fate. His plans include a helipad, built to ferry guests, resources and sewage in and out of the site once per week, as well as two yurts. Johnston said he wants eight to 10 guests at max capac-
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ity including two guides and one cook at the site, which would begin construction in summer 2017. Johnston stresses he isn’t trying to buy the land and his request for a land-use tenure won’t exclude private skiers from the site. “I can understand if someone were to look at this and be like, ‘Oh, there’s another chunk of our terrain gone,’” said Johnston. “But it’s not gone. It’s not exclusive. I can never, and I would never, want to push people away who are there to partake in the area in a self-propelled manner.” Johnston, 38, boasts extensive credentials. He works part time as a registered nurse at Kootenay Lake Hospital and has been
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ing for maybe the most posh setting and I also won’t have to pay for the helicopter.’ I’m trying to make it more accessible.” Two details complicate Johnston’s application. The first is the use of park land. Johnston’s request only includes a small fraction of the provincial park, which he says will be rarely used because it faces south and offers only limited time to use before the snowpack warms. “When it is available, it’s nice to say that yes, that is something we can go to,” he said. “And it is amazing terrain, it really is.” The Kootenay Glacier Cabin, operated by the Alpine Club of Canada, is 10 kilometres northeast of Johnston’s proposed lodge site inside park land. Visitors are required to apply for the cabin through a lottery system, which Johnston said shows there’s high demand for skiing in the area. The other complication is a competing applicant. A recreation site within Johnston’s proposed ski area has been applied for by Recreation Sites and Trails BC. Johnston is sensitive to any public opposition to his plans. Kootenay Heli-Ski Inc. held no meetings to discuss its plans with local residents, but Johnston already has. He met with concerned locals Wednesday at the Nelson and District Community Centre, after which he said he amended his plans to exclude an area used by snowmobilers. Johnston has another meeting planned at the NDCC’s multi-purpose room on Jan. 6, and said he’ll hold more if there’s demand. “If this is going to work,” said Johnston, “given that there’s a lot of people who care about this area, then I better speak to everybody as best as I can and be as open about and transparent about all my aspirations here.”
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Search for loose cheetah called off BRIAN L AWRENCE Creston Valley Advance
With no confirmed sightings since the first one, the BC Conservation Officer Service is no longer actively searching for a cheetah on the East Shore of Kootenay Lake, but the investigation isn’t over. “We have spoken to a person of interest regarding our investigation into this,” said Insp. Joe Caravetta on Monday. However, he told 103.5 Juice FM “The person of interest is not co-operating with us and that is making the investigation more difficult. We are working with the province of Alberta and the province of Ontario on this as well.” Residents of Crawford Bay and Kootenay Bay were asked to be wary after a cheetah was spotted on Highway 3A around 4:30 p.m. Thursday near the two communities. The witness photographed the animal, which was wearing an orange cloth collar. The incident made national and international headlines. Speculation also ran rampant on social media that the cheetah may have been one of a pair that an Ontario couple proposed to bring to Kaslo in 2013. Those animals, a male named Robin and a female named Annie Rose, were never approved to come to BC and were subsequently taken to Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, Alta., a zoo that takes in orphaned wildlife and exotic animals. The CBC quoted an official there who said the cheetah on the East Shore resembled Annie Rose. Doug Bos said the markings, collar, and other details matched Annie, who was at his facility until October 2014. “I don’t know 100 per cent for sure if [it is] the same cheetah,” he told CBC News. “But the chances
Conservation officers have stopped looking for the cheetah sighted last week near Crawford Bay but are still wondering where it came from. of [it] not being the same cheetah are very unlikely.” Bos indicated Annie and Robin left the facility partly for safety reasons — Annie seemed likely to stalk children — but he didn’t say where the animals went. Creston RCMP worked with the Conservation Officer Service since the sighting in an attempt to safely locate the cheetah. Despite concerns raised on social media, the service plans to keep the animal alive and has arranged for a new home. “We have no plans to kill the cheetah,” said Caravetta. “We fully intend if we find it to have it taken to the Calgary Zoo.” The Conservation Officer Service said in a news release last week that a cheetah is typically shyer and less aggressive then other members of the big cat family, such as lions, tigers and jaguars.
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Grohman Narrows project abandoned BC Hydro won’t dredge Kootenay River bottleneck GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star
BC Hydro won’t be going ahead with a proposal to deepen Grohman Narrows. “Based on the results of studies related to the potential improvements, BC Hydro will not be proceeding to the next phase of the project,” spokeswoman Mary Anne Coules said. “When we looked at the amount of flood control the project could provide versus the cost and potential risks, there wasn’t enough justification to pursue it.” Preliminary cost estimates ranged from $21 to $68 million for low to high volume excavation scenarios that could reduce peak water levels from 22 to 60 centimeters (nine inches to two feet) respectively.
After $700,000 worth of studies, BC Hydro has concluded that excavating Grohman Narrows to gain greater flood control isn’t worth the Courtesy BC Hydro investment or risk. Coules said they “definitely” took public feedback into account as well. The project had both supporters and detractors who voiced their views during
several public meetings and in phone calls and emails, Coules said. She added there were “strong opinions” on both sides, and the feedback helped guide
supplementary studies. BC Hydro began studying the idea after high water in 2012 flooded homes and local politicians encouraged them to look at freeing up the Kootenay River bottleneck. In early 2013, BC Hydro started an engineering study to investigate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of such a project. Coules said had the dredging been conducted prior to 2012, it would have addressed some of the problems but not enough to solve it entirely. She said the $700,000 BC Hydro spent on studies was not a waste, despite their decision not to proceed further. “It was important for us and the community to have a conclusive answer that this isn’t the best option,” she said. “It was a very interesting project and we got a good understanding of Grohman Narrows and the role it plays in flood control.” The Narrows was last dredged in the late 1930s.
Canfor buys Meadow Creek Cedar license Porcupine Wood Products expected to acquire 60% of timber volume GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star
Canfor has acquired the troubled Meadow Creek Cedar forest license. District forests manager Garth Wiggill was unavailable for an interview this week, but
a Canal Flats operation last month. It purchased all three mills from Tembec three years ago. The Meadow Creek Cedar license has twice been placed on cancellation notice due to mismanagement, but the order was lifted pending the sale. Kooner bought the license from a Japanese company in 2005, but the operation has since been plagued with concerns over its forest practices, safety record, and use of immigrant labour.
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Canfor spokeswoman Corinne Stavness said they have an agreement to sell approximately 60 per cent of the tenure volume to Porcupine Wood Products of Salmo, subject to government approval, and will retain the remaining 40 per cent for their own use. The purchase price was not disclosed. Canfor previously owned the now-demolished sawmill at Slocan, but its closest sawmills are now in Radium and Elko. Canfor shut down
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Tech sectors and tofu prices
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ant to know something that may surprise you? According to research published by Vancity (and elsewhere) the tech sector in BC employs more people than the oil, gas, mining, and forestry sectors combined. Combined! Of course resource extraction continues to play a big part in our prosperity, and it’s certainly true that much of BC was built on it, yet the basis of our economy has overwhelmingly shifted to service-related industries. Service-related industries include things like financial services, health care, education, information technology, hospitality, entertainment, retail, and consulting services. More than four-fifths of British Columbians work in services, and 76 per cent of our GDP comes from this sector. Want to know something else I learned recently? Small business makes up 98 per cent of business in BC, more than any other province. Eighty-two per cent of those businesses have five employees or less, 55 per cent are self-employed businesses without any paid help. Small businesses ship more than $12 billion worth of merchandise around the world annually, which is 42 per cent of all goods shipped from BC. What does this have to do with the price of tofu in Nelson, you ask? Well, we might first pat ourselves EMAIL LETTERS TO: editor@nelsonstar.com DROP OFF/MAIL: 514 Hall St., Nelson, BC V1L 1Z2 Phone 250-352-1890
on our collective back as we already have a diverse, service-based economy, even if we don’t always see ourselves that way. We know that we are an exceptionally entrepreneurial city in an exceptionally entrepreneurial province. My recent survey on selfemployed and home-based businesses, with almost 300 responses, only reflected how economically diverse we actually are. It’s good to understand ourselves in light of these economic trends, and to think about them when we’re talking about job creation, education, training, or retaining and attracting young workers to Nelson. Jobs in British Columbia today are looking a lot less industrial and manual than they have in the past, and we need to prepare our young people for the economy they will be entering. One way to begin doing that could be to have some creative fun by stopping by the Nelson Tech Club’s weekly makerspace at Selkirk’s 10th St. campus on Wednesday evenings. It’s all ages, so why not get your inter-generational tech play on? Find out more at tech-club.info. Along with the Nelson Tech Club’s weekly gathering, we have an active, motivated local tech sector that meets regularly to network, learn and strategize. I know from attending a few of their meetings that they sometimes have a challenge finding locals with the skills they need, so they hire elsewhere. We have a Chamber of Commerce that is keen to reach out to all businesses, in every sector. Drop by their new offices in the recently-opened former railway station at the foot of Baker St. It’s also a good idea for us to work even further towards aligning our educational offerings with the work arising. In the meantime, if you, or someone you know is just entering the job market, or is in a transition, why not at least investigate the service sector, and our local tech needs in particular? Following your bliss is good and if you can swing it doing something reasonably interesting for good money, that’s pretty great too. Happy holidays everyone! Nelson city councillor Anna Purcell shares this space weekly with her council colleagues.
The proper way to cook pasta Re: “Plan ahead for a great Christmas dinner,” Dec. 16 I was shocked and appalled to see the Nelson Star spread misinformation on the possible method of preparing pasta for any dinner, never mind Christmas dinner. To suggest that pasta can be cooked ahead and re-heated later in time for the main course is a sacrilegious suggestion. Pasta should always be served immediately after it is cooked. In fact, it should always be cooked slightly less than the way you like it so that when added to the sauce and served, it will be perfectly done since it continues to cook while on the way from stove to table. The sauce can always wait; the pasta never waits. To re-heat pasta, especially for a special dinner would be like serving wallpaper glue to your guests, which they may want to use to paper your kitchen walls with the Christmas cards you sent them. Once pasta is reheated it loses its texture, firmness, flavour, shape, visual appeal and the ultimate satisfaction it would otherwise deliver to the palate. Pasta made of rice, corn and other non-wheat grains are especially susceptible to turning into a thick glue or slurry if cooked even half a minute over the limit, never mind if you reheat them, which if you did (as I have done with leftovers) are as satisfying as eating a soggy crusted apple pie in the Indian monsoon. So remember, use lots of boiling water, salt, stir often and keep checking to see if it’s done by taking a bite of a pasta noodle now and again; the time on the packet means almost nothing. Olindo Romeo Chiocca Nelson
Sign’s message really about religion Re: “Banner’s message needs to be heard,” Letters, Dec. 18 I am an unapologetic 36-yearold atheist woman who has chosen not to have children. I have never had an abortion but I know many women who have, and who resent the notion that they are supposed to feel guilty for doing so. They don’t, we don’t, get over it.
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Christianity has been the driving force behind the persecution of basically everyone that isn’t white, male and straight for thousands of years. Maybe they should have a vigil for everyone who ever lost their lives at the hands of Christians. It is laughable to say they are challenging the status quo when they are the status quo. Women have fought hard against them for hundreds of years to gain the right to their own bodies. The reason why this sign is offensive is because the actual message (hidden behind the passive aggressive one), is that it is a woman’s civic duty to reproduce no matter what the circumstances, as if her body were nothing more than a receptacle for God’s love. You cannot argue the right for life without arguing that women should not be allowed to make decisions about their own bodies. A female bear will carry a fertilized egg for months, then terminate if she cannot get enough body fat to feed her young in spring, and yet I don’t see them mourning all the unborn baby bears. I agree it is fundamental to a democratic society that information and public awareness of issues be available, and yet look how long and hard we had to fight against Christian-based policies to allow women the right and access to contraceptives and abortions. The right to choose to die for people suffering also seems like a no-brainer. Yet we are only seeing this legislation passed in 2015 for the first time because of Christian organizations that are not rooted in reality or the social good. I’d like to say that Christian drivel doesn’t bother me and I am above it, but I think about all the women who fought so hard and sacrificed so much before me and for me. The life I lead and love is due to their sacrifices, so I feel responsible to push back. Responses in the paper have been hypocritical and insincere: they try to cover up their Christian-based message by making it seem like their organization’s main goal is to educate about birth control, compare women having abortions to Nazis murdering millions of Jewish people (that’s a cheap shot, i.e., you know who else doesn’t want women to have rights? Terrorists!), and try to discredit organizations that have the mission to help women, no
strings attached. This organization is a wolf in sheep’s clothing, pretending to be saddened by all the unborn babies, but really angry that people like me don’t believe in or follow their religion. Luckily they don’t get to tell me what it means to be a woman. That is a decision I get to make for myself and one I will never take for granted. Nicki Dallmann Nelson
Regress masquerades as progress I was severely depressed on Dec. 14 to hear the supposed liberal-minded leader of the most powerful and richest nation on Earth report to his people that he is making progress because “we dropped more bombs on ISIS in November than we have since we started this campaign against them.” Curiously, we have never even made any attempt to talk to ISIS, because they are just too evil to talk to. He is also proud of the fact he has killed many of their leaders by sending his hit squad or his drones to any place on the earth to hunt them down. This he sees as his right as the leader of the free world. When Barack Obama was elected, I was hopeful there would be a change in the way the US deals with those that it disagrees with, but it seems he has swallowed every bit of wisdom that the Pentagon had to offer. I am proud that we now have a government that is unwilling to partake in this foolish war. I just wish they could see their way clear to actually take a stand against it, but I guess if we have to go along with slaughtering a few people in order to keep our economy humming along, it is a sacrifice most Canadians are willing to make. Most, maybe, but not all. What Obama regards as progress is shocking regress to me. Rod Retzlaff Glade LETTERS POLICY The Nelson Star welcomes letters of up to 400 words. We reserve the right to edit for legality, taste, and brevity. Send letters to editor@nelsonstar.com.
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Rick Jensen been an instrumental part of this organization and has dedicated his efforts to the well-being of our region and its residents.” Nakusp’s Laurie Page, who joined the board in January 2012, has been reappointed until December 2018 and is taking over as vice-chair. She also served as vice-chair from 2013 to 2014. “The Trust has achieved remarkable success, and I’m confident Rick Jensen, Laurie Page and the rest of the board will carry this success forward,” said Deck. “This is a solid team committed to an extraordinary organization that will
continue to serve the Basin well.” Kim Deane of Rossland, who has been on the board since 2009, is retiring. Two new members are joining the board for one-year terms, expiring December 2016. Michael Delich of Fernie is an active entrepreneur, community leader and sport leader. Rhonda Ruston of Kaslo is a lawyer and has served on the boards of the Kaslo InfoNet Society and Kaslo Institute. Nelson’s Am Naqvi has been reappointed to the board until December 2018. Other board members include Larry Binks (Creston), Wendy Booth (Fairmont Hot Springs), Gord DeRosa (Trail), John Dooley (Nelson), Loni Parker (Revelstoke), Vickie Thomas (?aq’am) and Jeannette Townsend (Valemount). The Trust’s 12-member board consists of individuals appointed by the provincial government: six representatives of the five regional districts and Ktunaxa Nation Council, and six others. All directors must live in the Basin. The board meets five times a year in communities around the Basin. Meetings are open to the public. The next one is in Nelson on Feb. 12.
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Family worship service 7:00 p.m. and Christmas Eve Communion worship service 10:30 p.m. Nelson United Church, 602 Silica, Dec. 24. More info: rjelliot@shaw.ca.
Announcements St. Joseph School Christmas tree sale, at Andex Rental on Government Road. More info: rbellman@hotmail.com. Nelson Friends of the Family now takes donations online at nelsonfriendsofthefamily.com to support families who need to travel to receive emergency or necessary medical treatment for their children. More info: 250-354-4670. Low Cost Dental applications accepted the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at Seniors Coordinating Society, 719 Vernon St., 7 a.m. to noon. For more info: 250-3526008. Canadian Red Cross needs volunteers for one four-hour shift per week, 614 Front St., Nelson. More info: 1-855-995-3529.
Monthly Events People in Pain Support Group, Shambhala Meditation Centre 812 Stanley St., 1:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. More info: dick@pipain.com. La Leche League Nelson provides breastfeeding information and support to moms and soon-to-be-moms at 1 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at The Family Place, 312 Silica St. More info: 250-352-3583.
Weekly events Breastfeeding Drop In Support by a public health nurse Tuesdays 10:30 to noon at the Nelson Health Centre, 2-333 Victoria St. More info: 250-505-7200. Taoist Tai Chi Arts Classes Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Nelson District Rod and Gun Club, 801 Railway St. By donation. Free introductory class, join any time. More info: 250-509-2499. iPad Support for Seniors at Senior Coordinating Society, 719 Vernon, Thurdays Dec. 31 to Jan 21, free. More info: 250-505-2361.
Santa Claus ran into Karley Zibeau and her children Emile and Julianne last week. The pair posed for a photo in front of Elephant Mountain. Will Johnson photo Seniors Coodinating Society Income Tax Program for low income and seniors at the Civic Centre on Vernon St. Tuesdays 9:30 to noon. More info: 250-352-6008. Heritage Harmony Barbershop Chorus invites men of all ages to sing harmoniously. Weekly practice at Kiwanis Christie Lees Hall on Radio Ave. Wednesdays 7 to 9:30 p.m. More info: 250-352-7025. Nelson Healing Rooms, a place for confidential prayer, Wednesdays 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 711 10th Street, free. More info: nelsonhealingrooms@gmail.com. Alcoholics Anonymous holds early morning, noon hour and evening meetings on specific days at 717A Vernon Street (in the Cellar downstairs). More info: 250352-3391. Al-Anon Family Group meets twice weekly. Wednesday noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon St. and Friday 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front St. at the side basement. The only requirement is that you have a relative or friend with alcoholism. More info: 250-352-3747 for Wednesday, 250352-7333 for Friday. Nelson Hospice Drop-in Grief Support Series, Saturdays at 1 p.m., 402 West Richards St. For anyone who is experienc-
ing grief due to the death of someone they love. Hosted by trained Nelson Hospice volunteers. More info: 250-352-2337. The Healing Meditation, gentle, guided meditation infused with the power of Conscious Co-Creation through spiritually realigning your thoughts and letting go of conditions. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., 507 Vernon, back door, by donation. More info: 250-229-2253. Nelson Chess Club, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson Seniors Association 717 Vernon St. All ages and levels are welcome. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #51 invites guests to enjoy billiards, snooker, shuffleboard, big-screen television for sports, barbecues, monthly celebrations, beverage room, darts (Wednesdays 7:30 p.m.), meat draws and karaoke (Saturdays, 3:30 p.m.) and cribbage (Sundays 1 p.m.). More info: rclbr51@telus.net or 250-352-7727. Parkinson Support Group meets every third Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Christie Lees Hall In Kiwanis Villa, Gordon Road. No meeting in December. More info: ecartlidge@ shaw.ca. Djembe drum circle every third Monday night at The Old Church, 602 Kootenay, 7 p.m. $5. Participants are encouraged to bring their own drums.
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A petition to West Kootenay local governments asking them to lobby the province to do something about noisy motorcycles now has 4,300 signatures. Art Mason of Mirror Lake collected many of the signatures by going door to door in several communities. “About 90 per cent of the people I approached agreed to sign,” he told the Star. Meanwhile, a retired police officer from Nelson says the solution is simpler than petitions and legislation. “The police just need to take a stick, push it up the exhaust pipe, and if it goes all the way up the pipe, it is illegal,” Pat Severyn told the Regional District of Central Kootenay board. He explained that regulations under BC’s motor vehicle legislation prohibit removing parts from the inside of a muffler, and the stick test can decide that in a few seconds. Severyn suggested regional district representatives should meet directly with the RCMP. Severyn was at the regional district meeting to support the group of petitioners led by Gloria Lisgo of Silverton, who described their frustration at motorcycle noise in the summer and asked the regional district for a letter of support in the group’s bid to persuade transport minister Todd Stone to enforce or toughen noise laws. Stone has already received the petition, via a recent presentation in the legislature by
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Kootenay West MLA Katrine Conroy. “I talked to most of [the people who signed the petition],” Mason said. “Many of them opened up to me and you have no idea how angry some people are. They are very upset. Sitting out on their decks, they cannot carry on a conversation. They say the summer was ruined and that it is getting worse every year. Some seniors told me they could not wait for winter.” Lisgo says it’s hard to enjoy her property, which is near the highway. “It is not constant, but when it happens it shuts everything down,” she told the Star. “It is so noisy you cannot talk, you can barely think. I live on a portion of the highway where you have to slow to 30, and when they speed up again it is like a shot from a cannon. “There can be over 200 motorcycles a day that pass — someone in Hills counted them one day. Not all are noisy, but we are targeting the noise and speed of some of them. Many are perfectly reasonable.” In 2011 the BC Association of Chiefs of Police passed a resolution “that regulations be
changed to add the [sound test] as the protocol to test motorcycles providing acceptable and standardized evidence of excessive exhaust noise.” Lisgo said that recommendation was delivered in 2012 to the then-minister of transport but it has not been acted on. Implementation of such legislation would mean police officers would have to carry a decibel meter or take the motorcycle to (currently non-existent) testing stations. Severyn told the Star that his suggested stick test would be simpler because with a decibel meter, “you would need someone qualified to read it, and judges don’t want to get into all that just over noise.” Lisgo says the problem might affect real estate values. “I have friends who have a nice property on the highway for sale. Some people came over who were very interested and then said, ‘Sorry, we can’t take the highway noise.’” Lisgo said 14 per cent of the people who signed the petition were tourists also bothered by the noise. She said large groups of motorcycles often pass through the communities with-
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NELSON STAR STAFF Nelson police say they have identified two suspects in the case of a car that was stolen on a test drive. A local woman told the Star that she let the couple take her 1992 Honda Accord for a spin last week after they responded to her online ad, but they never returned. So far the car hasn’t turned up, but police say their investigation is ongoing.
Phone scam reported There never seems to be a shortage of phone scams. Nelson police say the latest one was reported Thursday. Someone got a call stating that their bank account had been targeted and money had been removefd, but if they would just supply their account number, it would be returned. The complainant checked his bank account and verified no money had been withdrawn. Police say the callers aren’t associated with any financial institution and they’re part of a scam.
Burglars target Crescent Valley, Krestova Nelson RCMP are investigating a rash of burglaries in the Crescent Valley area over the past two weeks and asking for your help. The break and enter and thefts have
occurred at different times of the day and mostly have resulted in a number of tools and related items being taken, police said. In one instance a generator was stolen during the day while it was being used roadside by a contractor in the Krestova area. Police are asking home and business owners to be vigilant and report any suspicious vehicles, people or activities they observe in the area, especially at night. Any information can be reported to the Nelson RCMP at 250-352-2156 or Crime Stoppers.
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Briefly Local communities receive age-friendly grants
$1K for hospital foundation Nelson Italian Canadian Society president Vince DeVito presesents Bryna Idler of the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation with a $1,000 donation. Submitted photo
Four local communities are in line for age-friendly community planning project grants from the provincial government. Kaslo will receive $20,000 for a seniors outreach and support project and caregiver support program. The two-part project includes training and co-ordinating volunteers to provide one-on-one outreach and support to isolated seniors, as well as planning, organizing and facilitating a caregiver-support program. Nelson will also receive $20,000 for an age-friendly community plan. The city will create a working group with seniors to conduct an age-friendly assessment of their community and develop an action plan. This will build on previous work, such as the city’s active
transportation plan and Path to 2040 Sustainability Strategy. Partners include the Nelson CARES Society, the Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society, and the Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute at Selkirk College. Salmo will get $20,000 for an agefriendly survey and roundtable. The village will develop information brochures and health and wellness programs, as well as improving sidewalk safety based on feedback from a survey and public roundtable forum. Finally, Silverton will receive $12,000 to develop a variety of agefriendly fall and winter educational and recreational activities for seniors. Topics will include end-of-life issues, accessing community resources, advance care planning, making healthy choices and staying at home versus assisted living.
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Nelson lawyer appointed to the bench NELSON STAR STAFF A Nelson Crown counsel has been appointed a provincial court judge. Philip Seagram takes up his new duties on Jan. 11. Seagram has practised criminal law in Vancouver, the Fraser region, Penticton and Nelson since his graduation from the University of Victoria faculty of law. In addition to his career as
Crown counsel, he has worked in private practice and been a member of the Mental Health Review Board. An active volunteer, Seagram has been involved as a coach, referee and fundraiser for youth hockey, soccer and gymnastics clubs. Seagram is the second West Kootenay lawyer to be named to the bench in recent weeks — Rob Brown of Trail was sworn in on Dec. 7. They are among 15 judges ap-
pointed this year to address recent retirements and vacancies. BC has about 150 provincial court judges who sit in over 80 locations. To become a judge, interested lawyers apply and the BC Judicial Council, made up of a chief judge, provincial court judges, lawyers and lay people, reviews the candidates. The council recommends potential judges to BC’s Attorney General, who makes the appointments.
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erry Christmas Nelson! I hope you are all enjoying or looking forward to your present of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens, which opened at The Civic on its release date. As a single-screen venue, getting this film was like fighting desperate throngs of panicked last-minute shoppers (aka Disney) to leave the department store victorious with the sole remaining “it” gift under our arm. About this present to you: I hear it is amazingly comfortable, but I am so sorry about the size, which is way too big. A four-week run was the only size The Force Awakens came in and this Advent calendar (or “Advent California” as my almost three-year old son calls them) only has a single door covering the entire period from Dec. 18 to Jan. 14. It tastes amazing, but you’ll be gnawing on the same Star Wars chocolate in a galaxy far, far away for a long, long-time. So like I said, you are so welcome, and again, I’m so, so sorry. If you’ve been following The Civic’s story the last few years, you will know that this message is a
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Perhaps you were looking forward to the hilarious antics of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler in Sisters or seeing David O’Russel’s latest Joy or The Big Short, both being released on Christmas. We promise to do our best to play catch up on as many of these titles as possible between midJanuary and the Oscars, while bringing in up to date must haves like Tarantino’s The Hateful Eight, Iñárritu’s The Revenant, Charlie Kaufman’s Anomalisa, Kung Fu Panada 3, The Cohen Brothers’ Hail, Caesar! and more. With an additional screen or two, all of these programs, as well as community events (like our annual family-friendly AllAges New Year’s Eve Pajama Party, which we had to cancel this year due to contractual obligations) could have been accommodated alongside Star Wars’ four-week commitment. Let’s never let this happen again. I can tell you this with conviction, because I see it and hear about it daily: the biggest gift we receive at The Civic is the support CONTINUED ON A15
Publisher’s note: We are happy to announce that we are launching a wine column in the Nelson Star as part of our Kreyv section. We are thrilled to welcome Chantal Boisvert to the Nelson Star. Chantal has been passionately involved in the B.C wine industry since 2007. We think it is going to be a great addition to our Kreyv pages. Let us know what you think.
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The good news: the new Star Wars movie opened at the Civic Theatre on its release date. The bad news (although dedicated fans may disagree): no other films will screen for four weeks. CONTINUED FROM A14 of an amazing community that continues to make our non-profit society so successful. The addition of two more screens is next on our list, and in the coming year we are taking steps to finally bring that vision to fruition. With
more screens, we will be able to accommodate many more films and much more diversity on our screen, and the wide array of interactive media and community events that we would like to bring to the Nelson. More screens will ensure that Nelson will be one with
the Force far into the future. More news about our capital campaign plans to follow in 2016. Thanks everybody for such a great year. Jason Asbell is the theatre manager, programmer and resident Wookie for the Civic Theatre.
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How does the fizz get into the bottle? Sparkling wine goes through two fermentations (a process of converting sugars to alcohol). The first creates a still wine and the second creates the fizz. By adding yeast and sugar to the still wine, carbon dioxide is created. If you keep this in the bottle or tank, you end up with bubbles. The second fermentation can take place in a tank or in the bottle. In a tank, the yeast and sugar create the CO2 , the wine is filtered out and bottled under pressure. This is an efficient and inexpensive way to produce a
fresh and fruity bottle of sparkling wine. In the “traditional method” of producing a sparkling wine, the sugar and yeast are added directly into the bottle creating a second fermentation. It is these dead yeast cells (called Lees) that create the much sought after bready notes in great sparkling wines. By freezing the neck of the bottle the Lees are removed and then the wine is topped up and properly capped. This is a time consuming, laborious and expensive method that produces a high quality and age worthy sparkling wine. Look for these traditionally made B.C sparkling wines locally! Sumac Ridge Steller’s Jay $24 Sumac Ridge produced Canada’s first traditionally made Sparkling wine, released in 1989. The blend is consistently Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and
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Over 200 Nelsonites attended Business after Business at the newly renovated CPR station building in Railtown on Thursday evening, including incoming police chief Paul Burkart, Mayor Deb Kozak and members of the business community. “This is a soft opening where we invite the business community to come down and see what’s transpired over the five years of construction,” said Tom Thomson, executive director of the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce, whose offices moved to the building in November. “These people have seen it all, from when it was stripped to the studs and there were big holes in the walls to the foundation being lifted and now they come in and can’t believe it’s here. It’s been turned into a community asset.” Thomson plans a grand opening in spring or early summer, once plaza development is completed
The visitor centre’s Denise McInnes, Trina Walsh and Val Yowek manned the bar during Thursday night’s Business after Business event. Will Johnson photo
outside. Railtown Coffeehouse will open on the lower floor early in the new year. “We’re looking forward to having an independent new business in here. I know they’ve been working closely with Oso Negro,” said Thomson. “The feel inside the building will be very nice. People can come in, get a coffee, connect to the Wi-Fi and learn about our community while planning their vacations.”
The Nelson Star is preparing to move into offices upstairs, next to the chamber and NelsonKootenay Lake Tourism. A few other spaces are under construction and looking for tenants to fill them. “It’s amazing to be in the building after what it was when we took over,” Thomson said. “When we first took on this project, some thought we were taking on a liability. And just look at it now.”
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Business after Business visits Railtown Paul Burkart, Karen Bennett and the visitor centre’s Val Yowek (top) attended Business after Business at the newly-renovated train station on Thursday. Nelson Commons’ Deirdrie Lang, Mayor Deb Kozak and former councillor Paula Kiss (middle left) were there, as was Allison Sutherland and DHC Commincations’ Dave Harasym (middle right). Hume Hotel owner Ryan Martin (bottom left) brought his wife Leandra and son Dawson, and spent time with Save-on Foods’ Karen Solbrekken (centre). Janice Poetsch, realtor John Knox and SD8 director Lori Fehr hearts be filled with Will Johnson photos (bottomMay right)your enjoyed the celebratory atmosphere.
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Elves and wannabe reindeer spread cheer Spotted on Silverking Road — was a group of Santa’s elves and some wannabe miniature reindeer. This very merry crew was on their way to spread a little Christmas cheer to the residents of Jubilee Manor. These kids belong to the Nelson and District Riding Club’s miniature horse youth group. This is the third year that they have made the trip down to the manor to sing Christmas Carols for the seniors. Submitted photos
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Thank You Local car crash survivors Pat Henman (centre) and her daughter Maia Vezina (right) were manning a table for Mothers Against Drunk Driving at the Chahko Mika Mall on Monday. They were joined by Henman’s husband Larry Vezina, and handed a ribbon to shopper Pam Hall Will Johnson photo
Mother-daughter duo spread MADD message Pat Henman and Maia Vezina manned a booth at Chahko Mika Mall on Monday to remind people of the dangers of drunk driving WILL JOHNSON Nelson Star
Nelson shopper Pam Hall had an unexpectedly emotional encounter at the Chahko Mika Mall on Monday afternoon when she met local car crash survivors Pat Henman and Maia Vezina. The motherdaughter pair were running a booth to raise awareness for Mothers Against Drunk Driving. “Oh, wait a minute. You are the two?” Hall asked, after receiving a ribbon, a look of realization dawning on her — she’d heard about their fateful 2013 head-on collision. “I met you at the park one day with your puppy. Oh, wow. I’m so glad you’re well.” And then Hall burst into tears, embracing both women as Henman’s husband Larry Vezina looked on. When asked by the Star how it feels to meet someone who has survived a drunk driv-
ing crash, Hall was still tearful. “I’ve been thinking about these two for months and to see them here in one piece and beautiful as they are, it’s a blessing they’ve survived and here they are doing this. They’re living to tell the story.” Hall plans to place the ribbon on her Christmas tree. Henman was thrilled with that outcome. “We’re just trying to create awareness of the Red Ribbon program and Campaign 9-1-1. We know each other, we recognized each others’ faces, but then she remembered our story and that is the kind of connection we’re here for. Her awareness leapt 100-fold.” Vezina noted drinking and driving spikes during the holidays, which is part of the reason they decided to host this table during the Christmas season. The pair are both struggling with ongoing health concerns, and Vezina is waiting for surgery, but they’ve started getting back into their lives. “It’s still a struggle,” Vezina said. “This is a permanent disability. As a student they’ve acknowledged that now, so at least they under-
stand and work around my needs, but it’s still a struggle walking around school.” She’s currently working towards her second degree, in education. Henman, meanwhile, got back to directing this year with Hedwig and the Angry Inch. “I’m slowly getting back into the arts. It really feeds my soul. When you’re in this state, we all
need something to have purpose in our lives, and that’s what the arts have always been for me.” She’s considering using her experiences to inform a new work. “I have been thinking about how to mix our story with my arts background, taking it into non-fiction or some theatrical project. When I’m ready something will zip out.”
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Nelson youngster Jeremiah Richichi, 7, is thanking the community for their generosity toward his successful toy drive for local children in need. “Jeremiah proudly delivered five huge garbage bags of toys to be distributed to many families in need this Christmas. When asked by one of the
volunteers why he did this his answer was simple: ‘I just wanted to help other kids,’” his proud mother, Rebecca Richichi, told the Star. “A huge thank you to all of the people of Nelson who donated to his toy drive, who gave kind encouraging words, and who showed their support. As you can see, the donations piled higher than Jeremiah himself.”
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Mario DiBella returns as Leafs coach, GM DiBella replaces David McLellan, who resigned last week T YLER HARPER Nelson Star
The Nelson Leafs are hoping a former coach who brought a KIJHL championship to the franchise can work some magic midway through a nightmare season. Mario DiBella, 59, was hired Sunday as the Leafs’ new head coach and general manager after David McLellan’s resignation. It’s DiBella’s second time around in the roles after previously serving from 2000 to 2002. He resigned after his second season to focus on his family and business. DiBella said Monday he’s looking forward to returning to the team. “I’ve coached a long time and I see this as a challenge,” said DiBella. “I see that there is a good core group of players. I’m excited by the opportunity. I was flattered when I was approached and I hope some of my experience will help them move forward in a positive direction.” McLellan resigned last week citing interference from the team’s board of directors in hockey operations as the reason for his departure, an allegation team president John Dooley denied. Dooley said hiring DiBella is a great development for the team, which was under pressure to find someone before the Leafs return from the holiday break for a road game against the division-leading Beaver Valley Nitehawks on Dec. 30. “[DiBella is] a very well prepared person,” said Dooley. “He’s going to bring some real structure to the organization
Mario DiBella previously coached the Leafs from 2000 to 2002. Submitted photo
and I believe that’s what we need now on the team side.” DiBella’s coaching staff has not yet been announced, although he said he wants to make that decision prior to Christmas. Assistant coach Greg Andrusak left the Leafs alongside McLellan, while assistant coach Sean Dooley served as interim head coach for one game. The team’s new coach already has plenty of work to do. Nelson (14-19-1) has just three wins in its last 18 games, is fourth in the Neil Murdoch Division and has been mired by injuries and a revolving door of players. Yet DiBella said he’s not willing to call it a lost season. “We’re going to be positive. They’re young men. They are
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great players and great citizens that have graduated from the program. When I was a youngster I looked up to the Nelson senior Maple Leafs team and some of the players that played on those teams as role models in the community.” Dooley said the board of directors was hesitant to hire someone who didn’t have prior experience with the team. Hiring DiBella now, Dooley said, was “the perfect situation for both of us.” “It gives him a chance now to bite into half a season and see, ‘okay is this the right fit for me?’ and it gives us a chance to see if he’s the right fit for us,” said Dooley. “On the face of it from his past experience we’re very excited and we think going forward that he could be the guy, but having said that it will be entirely up to the executive to sit down at the end of this season and just look at where we’re going to head going forward.” DiBella will find his hands a little tied as the general manager. The Leafs have just two player cards left, and key players Maximilan Daerendinger and Rayce Miller are still injured. DiBella said he hoped to get an update on their status shortly. Dooley acknowledged DiBella won’t have much flexibility for the rest of the season while also making a point to say roster decisions aren’t the business of the board. As far as DiBella is concerned, he’ll work with what he’s got. “We’re going to sit and evaluate where our deficiencies are and hit the two cards as hard as we can and get the best two players here that we can to fill those last two cards,” he said. The Leafs’ first game at home with their new coach behind the bench is Dec. 31 against Beaver Valley.
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CHRISTMAS DAY 4 Course Menu $49
Starters Roasted Winter Beet Salad Baby Spinach Salad & Blistered Cherry Tomatoes Soup Sweet Potato Bisque West Coast Seafood Chowder Mains Twin Lobster Tail Grilled 6oz Beef Tenderloin Housemade Wild Mushroom Gnocchi Traditional Roasted Turkey Desserts Peanut Butter Pie White Chocolate & Raspberry Crème Brulée We will be open throughout the holidays. Join us for Brunch December 25th and January 1st. Contact us at 778-463-2236 or by email at wcgnagm@prestigehotels.ca 701 Lakeside Drive, Nelson
Stevenson McCulloch wins silver at MJB Law Classic Nelson swimmer finished second in 100-metre butterfly final in Kamloops NELSON STAR STAFF Nelson swimmer Stevenson McCulloch earned a silver medal at the MJB Law Classic in Kamloops.
McCulloch, a member of the Kootenay Swim Club, finished second in the boy’s 100-metre butterfly final. The podium finish capped a weekend for McCulloch that also included 10 personal bests and AA qualifying times in seven events. Three of McCulloch’s teammates also competed at the tournament. Logan Blair set six personal best times as well as three AA event
qualifying times. Blair also finished 0.3 seconds off his first AAA time in the 50 freestyle. Riley Mager set seven new AA times, while Brianne Mager had five personal bests. Evelyn Upward also had six personal best times as well as a regional standard time in the 200 individual medley. The team’s next meet is Kelowna’s KAJ Snowfest in January prior to February’s SwimBC AA Championships in Penticton.
Kootenay Wild lose 2 of 3 games against Vancouver Island Seals NELSON STAR STAFF The Kootenay Wild girls midget AAA team dropped two of three games against the Vancouver Island Seals over the weekend. Vancouver Island (9-11-1) scored three unanswered goals in the third period Friday to beat the Wild 5-1. Drue Julien, Veda Smith, Taylor Sims, Erica
Pierce and Brittney Savard each scored for the Seals, while Emma Wheeldon replied for the Wild. The Seals followed that win with a 3-0 shutout Saturday on goals from Reese McCrory, Payton Bray and Lexxi Smith. Kootenay (2-18-1) finally got a win Sunday in a 2-1 result. Tiana Ewasiuk and Jessica Owen chimed The Kootenay Wild managed to in for the Wild, while Adelle Clark salvage one game of their weekhad the Seal’s lone goal. end series. Dara Waterstreet photo
WE’RE MOVING! That’s right. The Nelson Star is moving to the old CPR Train Station at the end of Baker Street. We will be in our new location and open for business on Jan 4th. We will be in our old offices until Dec 30th, but will be closed on Dec 31st to get ready for the move.
Same familiar phone number NEW LOCATION: 91 Baker Street
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Next generation of para-nordic athletes introduced to cross-country skiing T YLER HARPER Nelson Star
It didn’t take Haley Olinyk long before she was skiing circles around her guide. At one point Olinyk, who is visually impaired, was gliding along when one of her coaches for the day had to gently remind her of one crucial fact. “You know the guide has to be in front of you,” Tony Chin said to laughter. To be fair, Olinyk’s guide and friend Mikayla Richens was also learning how to cross-country ski. Olinyk, Richens and Jessica Rideout, who’s also visually impaired, participated in an event that taught para-nordic cross-country skiing organized Saturday by the Nelson Nordic Club and led by Chin, a coach with Cross Country BC. Olinyk, 15, and Rideout, 17, have been downhill skiers for several years. They’d each
From left, Mikayla Richens, Haley Olinyk and Jessica Rideout gave para-nordic cross country skiing a shot at an event organized by Nelson Nordic Ski Club on Saturday. Tyler Harper photo briefly tried cross country before, but wanted to give it a shot again. Rideout, who decided snowboarding wasn’t for her after she twisted her knee the first time out, started downhill skiing five years
ago but said she was looking for something more challenging. “[Cross country is] a better workout than downhill I find because you’re actually using all your muscles,” she said. “You have to move your entire body instead of just pointing your skis where you want to go.” That much was clear as Chin took the trio through several exercises before they stepped onto the snow. First, Chin did a vision test on Olinyk and Rideout, and another coach put them through balance tests meant to help them get used to transferring weight from one ski to the other. After practicing their diagonal strides indoors, they were ready for the real thing. It wasn’t the first time Olinyk and Rideout have teamed up. The friends have previously played goalball together for BC’s junior team. Olinyk was part of the Canadian team
that won gold at the World Youth Goalball Championship in July. Olinyk, also a downhill skier, had little trouble getting moving even if it felt unnatural at first. “It feels really weird because these [skis] are so much skinnier than downhill skiing,” she said. Canada has had plenty of recent success in cross country, which made its Paralympic Games debut in 1976. Canmore, Alta., resident Brian McKeever has 10 gold medals at the last four Paralympic Games, the most wins ever by a Canadian winter paralympian. That kind of success might be in Olinyk and Rideout’s future, but Saturday they were primarily focused on just staying upright on their skis. The pair are planning on competing at February’s BC Winter Games in Penticton. “If that goes well we might go for something a little higher,” said Olinyk.
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• Register for EcoSave to find out where the heat is escaping, check insulation levels and more More energy Savings Tips can be found at nelson.ca/ecosave. To keep energy costs low, you can help by choosing an earlier or later time to run things like laundry machines and dishwashers on days that are -12 or colder. The typical peak load time is between 5pm-7pm. The higher the electricity load the higher the capacity the utility needs, the capacity is set during peak load times and has to be purchased. You can help to manage this by keeping the demand low during peak times, which will result in helping keep utility costs low. Low income? Renters or owners can see if they qualify for free energy upgrades, including insulation and refrigerators. Also, if you live in an apartment building please contact me to find out how your unit can receive some free energy upgrades through FortisBC. Solar panels are still available, if you want to learn more please contact me.
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O.K. I realize I’ve run this one before; however; I’ve had a few requests of late for this recipe, so here goes. One of the first things people observe when walking into a home for the first time is how it smells. Of course cleaning is number one and getting rid of old pet odors and things that contribute to the bad smells is of utmost importance. But another great thing you can do that is relatively easy, is to bake something that smells incredibly delicious and makes your home feel inviting. In my past career, I owned a Bakery and a Restaurant, & through that experience I’ve learned what a positive effect the power of great smelling food can have on people. I’ve hosted some open houses recently and baked cookies for those occasions, and I’ve received great feedback and interest from those open houses. So for this article I thought I’d include a recipe that is a sure crowd pleaser. Oatmeal Coconut Cookies Preheat Oven to 325* 1 Cup Butter 1 Cup Sugar 1 Cup Brown Sugar (Beat mixture for 10 minutes until light and fluffy) Add 1 Egg and 1 Tsp. of vanilla, and beat for 5 min. scraping down and mixing thoroughly. Meanwhile, in a bowl, set aside 1 ¼ Cup Flour, 1 ¼ Cup Oats, 2 Cups Coconut, ½ Tbsp. Baking Powder, ½ Tbsp. Baking Soda, 1 Tsp. Salt, and 2 Cups of chopped chunks of Callebaut White Chocolate. (Or whatever flavors you like, *crystallized ginger is a nice addition)Add dry ingredients until just combined, scoop cookies onto parchment lined baking sheets and bake until golden. *Careful, coconut toasts quickly once it starts to brown. Happy baking and I hope your home smells delicious & inviting.
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Leonidas Donald Joseph Poisson Alan and Cindy Tarr of Nelson, BC and Don and Lina Poisson of Winnipeg, MB are pleased to announce the birth of their grandson, Leonidas Donald Joseph Poisson weighing 8 pounds 4 ounces on July 23, 2015. Born in Estevan, SK. Proud parents are Ashley Tarr and Chris Poisson.
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It happened again. An American friend asked me, “How do I move to Canada?” I’ve heard it many times since coming here eleven years ago. The question comes at predictable times, after tragedies like the shootings in San Bernardino and around election time. I’m sure I’ll hear it many more times during the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Implied in the question is the idea that Canada must somehow be better, but it’s more complicated than that. We’re a smaller country and we’ve certainly had our share of problems here too.
The Rev. Jeff Donnelly Priest and Pastor of the Anglican Parish of Kokanee
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Speaker: Lorraine Ballantine Topic: “The Beginning of Light and Life” 717 Vernon St. Sunday at 11 a.m. Any questions? Contact 250-354-5394
9:30 am at the Anglican Church on Busk Rd. For information 250-229-5237 St. Saviour's Anglican Church 701 Ward St. at Silica St., Nelson
Eucharist and Children's Program Every Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Christmas Eve: 4 p.m., 10 p.m., Christmas Day: 10:30 a.m. Food Pantry Open: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Christmas Day December 27 Service: Christmas Lessons & Carols 10:30 a.m. St. Michael & All Angels Christmas Eve: 7 p.m. No service Christmas Day. The Rev. Jeff Donnelly • kokanee-parish.com Office: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tue. - Thu. • 250.352.5711
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CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE 813 Ward Street 352-7131
Christmas Eve: 5:00, 8:00 & 10:00 pm Christmas Day: 10:30 am Sunday Mass Times: Saturday 7:00 pm Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 am Feast Of Mary: Thursday December 31 5:00 pm Friday January 1st 10:30 am
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Kootenay Christian Fellowship Join us for our Worship Celebration Sundays @ 10:30am • Developing Relationships • Music that will move you • Helping People ~ Help People Pastor Jim Reimer
520 Falls Street (Just off Baker Street) Parking available behind the building www.kootenaychristianfellowship.com • 1.888.761.3301
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Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 am Everyone is Welcome Your Pastors:
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Bruce Alan Wack March 30, 1960 November 29, 2015
Bruce Alan Wack was born in Nelson, B.C. on March 30th, 1960. He went home to the Lord on November 29, 2015 in Abbotsford. B.C.. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother nephew, cousin and friend. He leaves to mourn his parents, Catherine & Dan, brothers, Ivan (Gwen,) Neil (Leah), nephews, Steven and Nathan as well as many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and his many friends. Bruce was an avid skier, golfer, in his youth a hockey goalie, as well as an all round sports enthusiast. Bruce cultivated new friendships where ever he went. He was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. His presence will be forever missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to KidSport Nelson, Box 12, Nelson, B.C., V1L 5P7, or MS Society of Canada, West Kootenay Chapter, Box 202, Balfour, V0G 1C0 or to a charity of your choice. Online tributes/condolences may be expressed at Dignity Memorial.ca. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Abbotsford, B.C. has been entrusted with arrangements. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.
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On the evening of December 14th, 2015 after a long battle with cancer Michael Pickard passed away in his home peacefully. His last moments were spent surrounded by his loved ones and friends. He is survived by Kim Harley, (mother), Kevin Pickard, (father), David Pickard, (brother), Sydney Pickard (niece), Paysley Pickard (niece), Tasha Pickard (sister-in-law), Gina Pickard (aunt), Jane Pickard (aunt), Gary Pickard (uncle),Martin Pickard (uncle), Bruce Pickard (uncle), Dakota May (daughter), Tia (his dog), Michael is also survived by many cousins and many many friends. Michael was predeceased by Bert & Meg (grandparents), Harley & Irene and Gordon Pickard.
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We will all miss you Michael and we will cherish our short chapter of this life with you until we meet again to continue a new chapter. Lots of love always: Mom, Dad, David, Tasha, Sydney, Paysley and Tia.
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ONO, Emiko Emiko Auguest 8, 1920 - December 15, 2015 ONO, Emiko Emiko passed away peacefully at home, with her daughters by her side on December 15, 2015. Predeceased by her husband Kisaboro. She is survived and will be sadly missed by her children Alan and Doris, Bob, Lil (Thibault), John, Gayle and Mel (Swanson), her six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Emi was born in Namu, BC on Auguest 8, 1920. She moved to Japan to be educated from the ages of 5-18 and returned to BC afterwards. Since Internment she has lived in New Denver where she worked as a nurse?s aid at the Pavilion. Since retirement she spent her time walking her dog, gardening and enjoying life to the fullest. A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Magier for all his kindness and hard work. In lieu of flowers or koden, donations can be made to the New Denver Kyowakai Society. As per Emi?s wishes, there will be no service.
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Pharmasave is seeking a qualified individual with medical equipment sales background for our Nelson Home Health Care department. Working knowledge of mobility equipment, bracing products, urology, compression stockings and wound care would be an asset. Must have strong communication skills and be able to work well with our senior population. This is a full time employment opportunity. Please forward your resume to: clyhne@forewest.ca Closing day for resumes is December 31, 2015.
We are a small litigation firm seeking a Full-Time Legal Assistant/Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team. We provide support, training, and experience while at the same time maintaining a warm and congenial open plan workplace in spectacular offices. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and demonstrates the importance of exceptional client service in everything they do. If you enjoy the challenge of working in an energized team environment, please submit your resume and references in confidence to the attention of : Ahna Fernandez, Pearkes & Fernandez, #8-266 Baker Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H3 or by email to : ahna@pearkesfernandez.com. For additional information about our firm visit pearkesfernandez.com.
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Pharmasave Nelson at 685 Baker Street is hiring! We have an opportunity for a pharmacy assistant or registered technician to be part of our community focused, traditional Pharmasave store. The successful candidate must have a professional attitude, and excellent communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates that have a minimum of one year of experience in retail pharmacy. Ability to operate Kroll software and compounding experience is an asset. A competitive wage is offered base on experience and skills, plus benefits. Please email your resume to: rx148@forewest.ca Closing day for resumes is December 31, 2015.
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Sunny, quiet 2 bdrm, 2 bath, + den condo overlooking the Granite Point Golf course, W/D & outside storage close to bus route & Selkirk College. $1200/m + utility call 354-0149
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Cars - Domestic 1990 Toyota Hilux Surf, 4cy diesel, auto, SUV, new brakes & front end, no rust, $5,400obo. ALSO 2000 Acura EL and Nissan Altima, both 4 cyl & 4 doors. 250-442-0122
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ANSWERS UBC’s West Kootenay Teacher Education Program (WKTEP) requires a part-time (50%) Administrative Coordinator beginning January 18, 2015. WKTEP is located in Nelson. WKTEP’s focus is rural education, place-based learning, and community connections. This position involves coordinating the day-to-day operations of the office, acting as primary contact for the program and liaising with UBC-Vancouver’s Teacher Education Office and departments. To view the full job description and submit your application, please visit www.hr.ubc.ca/careers and contact Rhea Ravanera at rhea.ravanera@ubc.ca with any questions.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Nelson Legion supports local food pantry
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On behalf of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 51, president Bill Andreaschuk is shown presenting a food donation and cheque to Nora Nitz (left) and Sandra Hartline (right) of the St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry. The food pantry is the oldest food bank operating in Nelson and is open every Friday morning, including this Christmas Day, to serve those in need.
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Italian society helps food cupboard The Nelson Italian Canadian Society recently donated $300 to the Nelson Food Cupboard. Society president Vince DeVito (second from left) is seen here presenting the cheque to Kim Charlesworth, Marya Skrypicjazko, and Tim Powell. Submitted photo
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Santa’s choo-choo train One Rosemont home has decorated their lawn with a blow-up Santa Claus riding a train. Plenty of Nelsonites have been busy getting ready for the almost-here holiday. Will Johnson photo
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MOVE RIGHT IN! Move right in to this completely updated home that is just across the bridge in the popular Sunnyside MHP. If you are looking for a home that offers a great location and style, at an affordable price, this is it! robert@valhallapathrealty.com TIMBER AND STONE Stunning home and property near Ymir. 5.6 acres fronting on Salmo River and Porcupine Creek. 3 bdrm 2 baths, cathedral ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Horse friendly. Private bridge. A one only. norm@valhallapathrealty.com
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