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Crash lands car on tracks By Martha Wickett

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Unwelcome home: Joyce Kenoras reflects as she sits on a bench at Pierre’s Point.

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Speaking up to

Combat Racism

Special report: Presence of oppression in community painful. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Many people who live in Salmon Arm consider it to be a blessing. But not everyone feels the glow of welcome and belonging. For others, subtle and often more overt racism make living here a painful challenge. That racism thrives in Salmon Arm is no surprise to the Social Planning Council for the North Okanagan, which has received $50,000

from the B.C. government to help eliminate racism in Salmon Arm and four other Thompson-Okanagan communities. The Social Planning Council is the host agency for the Thompson Okanagan Respect Network, and partners with local agencies in Kamloops, Vernon, Salmon Arm, Kelowna and Penticton.

Joyce Kenoras

A member of the Adams Lake Band, Joyce Kenoras

was born in Salmon Arm but raised in Vernon and Alberta, heading south of the border when she married. Kenoras, who has a business degree, sits on the board of the Salmon Arm Folk Music Society and has just been appointed to the board of the College of Optometrists of BC, was surprised by the depth of racism First Nations deal with on a daily basis. “When I circled back home it was pretty obvious there was a real strong opin-

This week Snowy conditions make things treacherous for Shuswap drivers. See details on A2. It was a mixed start to 2016 for the Salmon Arm Silverbacks. Find out more on A15.

ion about First Nations,” she says. “At first, I didn’t want to believe it because I love Salmon Arm; my family is one of the original families and this has been our home forever.” In raising her three children, Kenoras taught them to “reach for the highest,” get a good education, find jobs off the reserve. “I encouraged them to step beyond the boundaries of the reserve so they didn’t See Anger on page A4

The downtown Askew’s grocery store experienced unwanted excitement Saturday morning. About 8:10 a.m. on Jan. 2, just after the store opened, a car is reported to have travelled down Shuswap Street, crossed Lakeshore Drive without stopping and slammed into three vehicles in the Askew’s parking lot. One of the cars was pushed through the chainlink fence and onto the railway tracks. Steve Reid, manager at Askew’s, said he was amazed no people were struck. “It was lucky nobody got killed,” he remarked Monday. “It pretty much destroyed three cars.” Those three vehicles belonged to Askew’s employees, he said. A police news release states: “The investigation revealed that a male driver had a medical emergency while driving and collided with three parked vehicles. All vehicles suffered extensive damage but there were no injuries directly attributed to the collision itself.” Reid said it looked like the older man lost consciousness. He helped get him out of the car, as barbed wire was trapping him. “At least nobody got killed and he wasn’t badly injured. After I opened his door for him, he was able to walk out.” See Similar on page A2

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Destruction: This vehicle belonging to an Askew’s employee ended up on the railway tracks after being struck in the parking lot by another vehicle on Saturday, Jan. 2.

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Out of the ditch: Ashton Fuller, right, tosses a box of frozen

shrimp to Brad Kilmury in an assembly line of people cleaning up an overturned semi-truck’s load of seafood on Tuesday, Jan. 5.

Semis slide on icy road Members of Salmon Arm Fire Department Hall 2 were responding to a possible fire in a jack-knifed semi in Canoe, when they saw another truck roll over in front of them. The report of the first semi-trailer that rolled off the Trans-Canada Highway and into a ditch near 60th Avenue NE came in at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4. A report of smoke turned out to be steam, says assistant fire chief

Jim Nickles, noting the driver was already out of the truck and uninjured when firefighters arrived on scene. As is the practice, firefighters from a second firehall responded and, while heading east on the Trans-Canada, watched the semi in front of them jack-knife and block the highway on the hill heading down towards Canoe. “The roads were a sheet of ice and the highway had to be

closed until (maintenance company) JPW could sand the hill,” Nickles says. “The road was closed for over an hour.”

Woman hurt RCMP confirm a woman was airlifted to hospital in Kamloops after a single-vehicle collision on the TransCanada Highway in Tappen Tuesday morning. No other information was available at press time.

Similar crash on Monday Continued from front Unusual as the accident was, it was soon followed by a similar one. Reid says that just

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two days later, about 9:15 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 4, another older man is reported to have lost consciousness on Lakeshore, “less than 100 yards” from the first accident. “He was heading

towards Lordco and he hit a parked car in front of Choices,” Reid explains. “They took him away in an ambulance.” Once again, no bystanders were injured in the crash.

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Taking the plunge (Above) Lauren Gridley-Haack, Eva Mosher and Molly Fogarty make a hasty retreat out of Shuswap Lake during the Polar Bear Swim and Type 1 Diabetes Research Fundraiser, sponsored by the Columbia-Shuswap Selkirks Swimming Club, held Jan. 1 at Canoe Beach. (Above right) Fran Burman, Angela Carson and Stacey Kirkman, along with his brother Alex from Zimbabwe at right, brave the ice cold waters.

Kayaker faces charges By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

A man who rammed a police cruiser with a vehicle and then attempted to flee from pursuing officers by kayak remains in police custody facing several charges. RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Dan Moskaluk said the chain of events that led to the arrest of 35-year-old Justin Daniels began about 2:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 28, when a Sicamous RCMP officer conducting a traffic stop attempted to pull over a pickup truck on Old Spallumcheen Road. Moskaluk said the officer, driving a marked police SUV, had just pulled over the pickup when its driver

put the vehicle in reverse and rammed the officer’s vehicle twice. “The male driver and sole occupant then drove away from the disabled police cruiser,” said Moskaluk in a news release. Officers from Salmon Arm and a police service dog team were brought in to assist in the pursuit, and the suspect’s vehicle was later found abandoned along Mara Lake. Moskaluk said a set of footprints was found leading from the vehicle towards the lake. There, officers found signs the suspect had paddled away by hand in a kayak. This was confirmed on the other side of the lake, where the police dog picked up a set of fresh tracks in the snow. Officers

followed the clearly visible tracks to a residence, where they located Daniels who had broken into a resident’s garage. Despite suffering from hypothermia, Daniels was otherwise uninjured during the pursuit. Moskaluk said Daniels is facing charges of assaulting a police officer with a weapon, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight from police, possession of break-in tools, break and enter, theft of mail, driving while prohibited, theft under $5,000 (for stealing the kayak) and breach of probation. Daniels remains in police custody and his next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 19 in Salmon Arm.

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January Anger and pain festers Winter Clearance Continued from front

have to rely on what the band had to offer,” she says, noting her son encountered the most negative experiences in Salmon Arm, not so much from his own age group but from a much older generation. “He’s overcome it by really embracing the community and it has made a difference. It’s like we’ve had to prove ourselves to the community.” Kenoras says she meets racism head on by asking people what’s going on when they have offended her – a reaction that has most people walking away without further comment because she has challenged them. “We have been a people oppressed for centuries and the sadness of oppression goes right back into the com-

munity and the anger and pain festers there,” she says noting many natives just take it as if it is the norm. “I just want to see it change; it’s not for me or the elders, it’s for the

RCMP Commissioner Bob Paulson recently announced there is no room for racism in the force. Calling relations between local police and First Nations, par-

“A great deal of work has taken place over the years to enhance our relationship with our First Nation communities and it remains a priority moving forward.” Scott West RCMP STAFF SERGEANT children. The family violence is brought on by oppression and all the negativity we’ve suffered in the community on and off the reserve.” Kenoras is thrilled the federal government will launch an investigation into missing indigenous women and equally pleased

ticularly young males, “really strained,” she is hoping the message gets down to local detachments. But Staff Sgt. Scott West of the Salmon Arm detachment says both he and Chase detachment commander Sgt. Gary Heebner have a close working

relationship with all the local bands and work hard together to further their mutual interest in public safety. “We maintain ongoing, regular dialogue and have not heard of any concerns,” West says. “Overall, the experiences of our police officers have been positive and respectful, whether we are responding to calls for service or setting policing priorities.” West adds that if anyone has a particular concern, both he and Heebner would like to know so they can address the issue immediately. “A great deal of work has taken place over the years to enhance our relationship with our First Nation communities and it remains a priority moving forward,” he adds. Continued on page A5

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CITYOF OFSALMON SALMONARM ARM CITY NOTICEOF OFPUBLIC PUBLICHEARING HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Noticeisishereby herebygiven giventhat thatthe theCouncil Council the Citygiven Salmon Arm will hold Public Hearing Notice hereby that theArm Council ofhold the City of Salmon Arm will Notice ofofis the City ofofSalmon will a aPublic Hearing ininhold theCouncil CouncilChamber Chamberofofthe theCity CityHall, Hall, 500--2 2Avenue Avenue NE, Salmon Arm,BC, on Monday, January a500 Public Hearing in the Council Chamber ofBC, the City Hall, 500January - 2 Avenue the NE, Salmon Arm, on Monday, 11,2016, 2016,atat7:00 7:00p.m. p.m. NE, Salmon Arm, BC, on Monday, January 11, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. 11,

1. Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw No 2303: ProposedAmendment AmendmenttotoZoning Zoning Bylaw No2303: 2303: 1)1) Proposed Bylaw No Proposed Rezoning of Lot 3, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M

KDYD, Plan 12592 AND Lot A, Section 14, Township 20, Range 10, W6M,

ProposedRezoning RezoningofofLot Lot3,3,KDYD, Section 14, Township 20,Range Range 10, W6MKDYD, KDYD, Plan Proposed Section Township W6M Plan14, 10551 from R-1 20, (Single Family10, Residential Zone) toPlan R-5 12592AND ANDLot LotA,A,Section Section14, 14,Township Township 20,Range Range10, 10, W6M,KDYD, KDYD,Plan Plan10551 10551from fromR-1 R-1 12592 20, W6M, (High Density Residential Zone). (SingleFamily FamilyResidential ResidentialZone) Zone)totoR-5 R-5(High (HighDensity DensityResidential ResidentialZone). Zone). (Single

Civic Address: 440 & 460 - 5 Street SE CivicAddress: Address:440 440&&460 460--55Street StreetSESE Civic Location: South of 4 Avenue and north ofAvenue 5 Avenue Location: South of 4 Avenue SE and north SE,SE, Location: South of 4 Avenue SE and SE north ofof55Avenue SE, on the east side of 5 Street onthe theeast eastside sideofof55Street StreetSESE on SE Present Use: Single Family Residential Present Use: Single Family Residential Present Use: Single Family Residential ProposedUse: Use:Development Developmentofofa a24 24unit unitapartment apartmentbuilding building Proposed Proposed Use: Development of a 24 unit apartment Owner//Applicant: Applicant:Ponich PonichProperties PropertiesLtd. Ltd. Owner building Owner Reference: ZON-1037/ ZON-1037/Bylaw BylawNo. No.4118 4118 / Applicant: Ponich Reference: Properties Ltd. EVAN BUHLER/OBSERVER

Different treatment: Laura Henderson and Barb Greenhough have experienced acts of discrimination in some Salmon Arm retail stores.

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Laura Henderson Laura Henderson knows racism all too well. The 46-year-old member of the Kitsumkalum First Nation was adopted by John and Joyce Henderson when she was four-and-ahalf months old. “When I was growing up, I didn’t notice it so much… When I was older in Grade 5, 6 or 7, then I noticed; other people noticed a difference and branched off into cliques,” she says, recalling that some days the ostracism was harder to take than others. “It didn’t feel good and it still doesn’t feel good when you’re singled out; you feel lower than low, not worthy, or you think my money’s not good enough for your store.” And hardest to bear was that people thought she was lying when she said her father is a doctor and she didn’t live on reserve. Henderson says if she goes shopping in some of the larger area stores, she is either ignored, or shadowed by a clerk as if she is gong to steal. In one local retail store, a clerk tried to sell her partner Barb

Greenhough a credit card, and walked away when she declined the offer. “I’m standing beside Barb and they don’t know we’re married, and when they walk away I’m thinking, ‘aren’t you going to ask me?’” Henderson says. “But they never do.” Greenhough shares her partner’s pain. “It’s hard to put into words; it makes me feel horrible, makes me feel not welcome,” she says. “It’s funny, wherever you go, they (store staff) need to keep the shelves neat. Whatever aisle we’re in, the same person arrives. You know they don’t work in all departments but you’re followed in all of them.” The women’s response is to go to the shops where they are made to feel welcome. “This is where I choose to live, I can’t imagine living anywhere else; it’s my hometown and it’s in my blood,” says Henderson. “I know what to expect and I can walk away from certain things. I just may choose not to go to certain stores.”

Nandi Spolia

But not everyone wants to stay and live with the racist remind-

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Proposed Rezoning of Lot 1, Section 24, Township 20, Range 10, W6M ers that tell them they time and the most overt Proposed Rezoning of Lot 1, Section 24,EPP30784 Township 20, 20, Range Range 10, 10, W6M W6M KDYD, KDYD, Plan Plan KDYD, Plan Proposed Rezoning of Lot 1, Section 24, Township do not belong. racism came from peoEPP30784 EPP30784 Originally from the ple in their late teens Civic Address: 2240 - 26 Avenue NE Punjab region of In- and early 20s. CivicAddress: Address:2240 2240--26 26Avenue AvenueNE NE Civic dia, Nandi Spolia tried “I was almost 30 Location: East of Lakeshore to run a business in when I got here; I tried Road NE onsouth the south side of Location: East of Lakeshore Road NEon on the south side Location: East of Lakeshore Road NE the side Salmon Arm butof left to fit into the commu26 Avenue NE 26 Avenue NE of 26 Avenue NE after one year of be- nity and was an auxPresent Use: Single Family ing called a “Paki,” and Use: iliary constable,” he Present Use: Single Single Family Dwelling underunder construction Present Family Dwelling under construction Dwelling construction having his business says, noting that sales Proposed Use: Single Family spat on. doubled withinFamily a cou-Dwelling Proposed Use:Single Single Family Dwellingwith withsuite suite Proposed Use: Dwelling with suite Now the owner of ple of months after he A Taste of India, one //sold the store.S.“Inside IGrigorjew Owner / Applicant: S. & H. Owner Applicant: S.&&H.H.Grigorjew Owner Applicant: of Kamloops’ premier was hurt; I tried to fit in Grigorjew restaurants, andReference: presiand thought don’t be so Reference: ZON-1038/ ZON-1038/Bylaw BylawNo. No.4122 4122 Reference: ZON-1038/ dent of an early morn- cruel as to call us Pakis Bylaw No. 4122 ing Rotary Club in that and spit at us. I still The file for the proposed bylaw is available for inspection between the city, Spolia says had love the city and if itisisavailable Thehe file forthe theproposed proposed bylaw available for inspection between thehours hours 8:30 a.m.and and The file for bylaw for inspection between the ofof8:30 a.m. hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding opened Crazy Eddy’s were different I would 4:00 p.m.,Monday Monday through Friday,excluding excludingholidays holidaysfrom fromDecember December23, 23,2015 2015totoJanuary January11, 11, 4:00 p.m., through Friday, holidays from December 22,at2015 toCity January 11, 2016, both500 inclusive, 2016,both bothinclusive, inclusive, theoffice officeofof theCorporate Corporate Officer atthe the City Salmon Arm, 500--22 stores in Kelowna and still be there.” 2016, ininthe the Officer ofofSalmon Arm, in the office of the Corporate Officer at the City of Salmon Arm, 500 - 2 AvenueNE. NE. Gudrun Malmqvist, Avenue Avewe NE. Please note that City Hall is closed from December 25, 2015 to executive director of January 3,the 2016 inclusive. bylaw Thosewho whodeem deemtheir theirinterest interestaffected affected by theproposed proposed bylaware areurged urgedtotoreview reviewthe thefile file Those by Immigrant Services availableininthe theDevelopment Development Services Department (ortelephone telephone 250-803-4021) obtain the Those who deem their interest affected by the proposed bylaw arethe urged available Services Department (or 250-803-4021) toto obtain Shuswap, says she has factsofofthe theproposal proposal prior thePublic Public Hearing. to review the file available in the Development Services Department (or facts totothe Hearing. not heard prior of overt ractelephone 250-803-4021) to obtain the facts of the proposal prior to the ism as described by ErinJackson, Jackson,Corporate CorporateOfficer Officer Erin Public Hearing. Kenoras, Henderson and Spolia, but works Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer with newcomers who do face a closed-door Nandi attitude when they try Spolia to find employment. “What I have heard FORMER RESIDENT is that being new to Vernon before bringing Salmon Arm is actuone to Centenoka Park ally more of a barrier Mall in 1989. than an issue of race,” A Public Input Meeting will be held at 8:00 a.m. in Council Chambers “Being a coloured she says. “It seems at Salmon Arm City Hall, 500 2 Ave NE, on Monday, January 18, 2016, person, I was an out- to be an underground following the regularly scheduled Development and Planning Services sider,” he says, noting thing and very difficult Committee Meeting agenda items. he also met many won- for people, including derful people. “Outside white, Canadian-born All persons who believe that their interest is affected will be afforded of the mall I was told people.” a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions ‘leave, go out of the Malmqvist says she respecting these matters. Presenters will speak on a first come, first served country, you don’t be- has been told that some basis, or in the order recognized by the Chair. The Chair reserves the right to establish rules of order at the meeting. long here.’” have felt the need to Spolia says the say in application letPresenters who plan to use audio visual aids are requested to provide Aryan Nation and Ku ters they are returning electronic copies to the Administration Department at City Hall by 4:00 Klux Klan were active to Salmon Arm or have p.m. on Friday January 15, 2016. in Salmon Arm at the family here.

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THIS N’ THAT’

Barb Brouwer

A place for everyone

Over the past several months, I have heard many people say how blessed they feel to live in such a caring community. Salmon Arm is a community whose citizens raised $1.5 million in one year for a CT so people would have access to the best in healthcare, donated close to $38,000 in this year’s annual turkey drive for the Salvation Army Food Bank and some $7,000 more to the kettles. It is a community whose citizens turned out in great numbers recently to look for a missing woman, earning praise from a Shuswap Search and Rescue search manager, and showed overwhelming support for a young couple whose rental home caught fire just before Christmas. All these are things for which local citizens indeed deserve accolades. It is a response that fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance. But not every citizen is afforded the same dignity. More than a year ago, 46-year-old Laura Henderson, a member of the Kitsumkalum First Nation, had the courage to speak about the racism she has faced since high school – a painful reminder that for some, Salmon Arm is not a welcoming place. It took more than a year to find two other people who were willing to speak to this newspaper about the racism they have been subjected to. Oh, I heard plenty of ugly stories over the past 12 months, but the people who shared them were too afraid to go public. They are painful stories about being told to get out of town because of race, colour or religion – stories about vicious name-calling in reference to their culture. While it appears most of our population supports efforts to bring Syrian refugees to the community, one member of the refugee committee offered her basement suite as accommodation. But when she sought agreement from the other members of her strata, every single person said no. Quite frankly, it astounds me that in most areas of our lives, we value variety – the abundant rainbow of colours of fruits and vegetables, the delightful mix of colours in a flower garden. How happily we embrace the wide variety of food choices offered in local restaurants, from Italian to Chinese, Indian, Swiss, Thai and more. It is because of the richness of other cultures that we have these delicious choices. How is it then that when it comes to skin colour, some folks can’t grow beyond the erroneous notion that white is superior? I mean really, it’s only a matter of skin pigmentation, not intelligence, ability, emotion or any other trait. White supremacists had their day here not all that long ago, and Salmon Arm’s reputation of being a racist community is well-known. Victoria recently coughed up funds to try to deal with the issue. Not only do we need to welcome and support refugees who are seeking new and safe lives here, we need to be an all-inclusive community to those who choose to make this home.

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New year, new fee increases New Year’s Day of course heralds a fresh step forward. But increasingly, Jan. 1 has also come to mark the day when yet more rate hikes take effect. Like the march of time, tax and fee increases never seem to relax on New Year’s Day but continue ever forward, ever higher, ever widening the gap between what we earn and what is taken from us. On Jan. 1, the fee for Medical Service Plan premiums (that ‘I can’t believe it’s not a tax’ service premium that now, out of all of Canada, only British Columbians are charged) rose from $3 per month for a single person earning more than $30,000 per year. A family of two, in that same category, will pay $5.50 more per

month and a family of three or more, again earning more than $30,000 per year, will pay $6 more each month. A few bucks might not seem like a lot, but a few bucks here and there, and there and here, certainly adds up. This year, expect to pay more in ICBC basic rates, hydro, rent, cable, telephone and Internet services and other stuff… Every level of government, Crown corporation and business that can get away with charging you more, will charge you more. If only government and Crown corporations would resolve to manage taxpayers’ hardearned and increasingly scarce money competently, it could indeed be a happy new year. -Surrey Now

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The Observer asked: What’s your New Year’s resolution?

Megan Clarke “I would like to complete my perinatal services training.”

Serena Caner “I would like to be more patient with my children.”

Trevor Cesarone “I will walk my dog more.”

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Vanessa Linowski “I’m always late, so I want to be more punctual.”

Political passages of 2015 Council misses nature’s value BC VIEWS

Tom Fletcher I first met Stephen Harper when he was running for the Canadian Alliance leadership in 2002. Speaking to a group of Fraser Valley members concerned that the party had split over the leadership of Stockwell Day, Harper didn’t mince words because a local reporter had showed up on a Saturday morning. He explained his prediction that no matter who leads the conservative movement started by Preston Manning, the national media would work against it. “The press is owned by big-L liberals and staffed by small-L liberals,” Harper said. “Preston was too cerebral; Stock was not cerebral enough. I’m not sure where I will be, but the media will always be on the other side.” Harper’s cold war with national media is a theme that runs through his decade as prime minister, peaking in 2015 with the most slanted election coverage I’ve ever witnessed. The celebration continues over Justin Trudeau’s victory, with the supposedly non-partisan federal bureaucracy cheering along with much of the national media. Harper’s assessment of major newspaper ownership is no longer accurate, except for the Toronto Star. But the dying tradition of owners looking up from their accounting ledgers to endorse a political party continued, with the Postmedia chain and the Globe and Mail pointing out that Trudeau’s rash promises didn’t add up. Endorsements were a brief interruption in the media assault on Harper’s record. His government’s plan to welcome 10,000 refugees, unveiled way back in January 2015, was portrayed as heartless and feeble, while Trudeau’s 25,000 by Christmas represented the generous character of the true Canada. As it turns out, the Liberals have been hard pressed to reach even the 10,000 mark. But they’ve put out a rash new promise to make it 50,000 at

some point in the future, so the media’s new-found message of sunshine, hope and change continues. Those modest $10 billion annual deficits that Trudeau promised, and Harper warned against? Borrowing and spending will far exceed that, but we’re assured that’s because they were based on inflated Conservative financial forecasts. In fact, independent private sector forecasts are now the key reference for government budgets at the federal and provincial level. None of them predicted the further slump in energy prices that continued through 2015. And cooking the books before an election isn’t really possible any more, thanks to the establishment of the Parliamentary Budget Office. That was a Harper innovation, along with scheduled elections. And that Trudeau pledge to raise taxes on the wealthiest Canadians and use the proceeds to finance a tax cut for the middle class? That one didn’t add up either. For one thing, wealthy people have a variety of legal ways to reduce their taxable income. Here’s an actual front-page headline from the Globe and Mail, reporting this unfortunate fact, well after the election: “The way Liberals gauged response to new tax rate explains gap.” So it was just an understandable oversight, you see. Trudeau’s star turn in Paris, where he pronounced that “Canada is back” in the battle to control the world’s weather? The official submission from his bloated delegation to the UN climate meetings was actually the existing Conservative plan, which includes phasing out coal-fired electricity generation. Harper generally represented a preference for the individual over the state, a concept that at one time was known as “liberalism.” This was illustrated by his preference for parents rather than a nanny state to administer child care. He advocated free trade, small government and low taxes. We’ll see how that legacy survives the new government and its media cheering section.

Those who understand, respect and seek to protect and preserve nature needn’t be surprised by city council’s endorsement of lake-shore dogwalking. It was a predictable decision, and once again demonstrated council’s unwillingness to acknowledge nature’s inherent value, presuming, instead, that its sole worth is nothing more than a mere ‘entitled-utility’ to us and our excessive whims. Over the years, councils have chronically undervalued nature and natural systems, such as when they chopped-off part of Little Mountain Park for – are you ready? Joni Mitchell is! – a parking-lot. They took the bait of minority fishing interests and permitted unnatural fish-stocking of McGuire Lake

– twice. And, they ignored significant public opposition to the potential wetland-threatening impacts of foreshore development for a shopping mall on the west side of town. This behaviour and these decisions, past and present, are simply the cultural expression of a deeply-entrenched, nature-devaluing mindset. Sadly enough, in spite of today’s long overdue ‘green thinking,’ governing-bodies continue to act as if there is simply no other way of comprehending nature and what our relationship to it should be – other than us as its exclusive, dominating exploiters. Salmon Arm’s mayor revealed this embedded worldview when she stated (Ob-

server, Dec. 16), “Dogs more than ever are part of our family and we see them everywhere.” Good ecological words those: “family” and “everywhere.” In fact, ‘ecology,’ and its wordroot ‘ecos,’ derives from the Greek ‘oikos,’ or ‘household.’ It makes you wonder when the time will come when we expand our moral sensibilities to accept the foreshore, its wildlife, forests, grizzlies, lakes and other water-bodies – and ourselves – as part of the family of interdependent creatures and their natural systems and, as such, an Earth household to protect and preserve them and it, just as carefully and responsibly. Tom Crowley

Reader defends churches’ generosity In response to Rachael Mackay’s letter to the editor on Dec. 2. Your accusation against the churches of Salmon Arm is completely unfounded. Statistically, churches and other Christian organizations do more than 80 per cent of all the charitable work that takes place around the world. Thankfully, many secular charitable organizations so generously do the rest. The Salmon Arm churches are involved in the following: they have a ‘compassionate fund’ for needy people that show up at their door daily,

and they never leave without a grocery voucher or a food hamper. The Churches Thrift Store gives away anything the poor and homeless need at no charge, plus all profits from the store go right back into our local charities. They operate the food bank, the Second Harvest, the Salvation Army homeless shelter, as well as the Pregnancy Support Centre. They have an emergency dental clinic for those in pain that cannot pay. There are also several soup kitchens that serve lunches during the week, etc. No doubt I have overlooked a

number of other services the churches oversee in our community; to them I apologize. Thankfully many local businesses and charities co-operate and though they don’t shout it from the rooftops, I believe they are doing a spectacular job of looking after the homeless. If you or anyone else reading this would like to get involved, you can volunteer with any one of the above services and they will be more than happy to sign you up. Ruth Trekofski

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“In both these cases, these men were very lucky,” says Schut. “There was such a slim chance the helicopter could make it in, but they managed it both times. A ground rescue would have been much longer and rougher for those people. It was fortunate it all lined up for these people.” Schut says people heading into the backcountry shouldn’t be complacent and think a helicopter is standing by waiting to rescue them if they get into trouble.

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The day before, the helicopter team had been able to airlift a man suffering a spinal injury from Blue Lake. The call went out at 1:20 p.m. on Dec. 27 reporting the snowmobiler had been injured, likely with a compression fracture to his lower spine. Nine members of Shuswap Search and Rescue (SAR) were dispatched to assist. “It was our understanding that it was some pretty serious injuries and that to get down into Blue Lake is a very steep climb,” said Schut. Due to the treacherous terrain, Schut said a call was made to the Vernon Search and Rescue helicopter winch team, in hopes they would be able to more easily reach the injured man and get him to hospital. “The weather was pretty iffy, with lots of snow and cloud around the mountains. We were not really sure if the helicopter was going to be able to go in, so we began to prep our snowmobile team to go in with a stretcher and

“It doesn’t always work that way, so people need to be prepared with extra clothes, food and the ability to make fire. People need to realize that if they need a rescue, they can be out there a long time.” Schut says both rescues were aided with help from members of the Eagle Valley Snowmobile Club. “In both cases, they have been most helpful,” he says.

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toboggan and get him out that way, if need be.” Fortunately, the weather cleared enough that, at approximately 3:40 p.m, the helicopter was able to fly in. “We were sure thankful that the helicopter could do the job, because the route out of Blue Lake is pretty rough. It would have been a pretty nasty toboggan ride for a guy with a broken back,” said Schut. “We really appreciated the Vernon winch team that came to help.” A paramedic was aboard the helicopter to begin medical treatment for the injured man, who was then flown to Vernon Jubilee Hospital for treatment. His current condition is not known.

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Twice in two days Shuswap Search and Rescue were called out to the Sicamous area to help snowmobilers in need of medical attention in remote areas of the Shuswap. In both cases, the Vernon Search and Rescue helicopter winch team was able to fly in and avoid lengthy ground transport for the victims. On Dec. 28, at 1:27 p.m., crews were called to Morton Peak in the Owl’s Head recreation area, roughly 15 kilometres southwest of Sicamous, to help an Alberta man who had been sledding and began experiencing chest pains due to a possible heart attack. Due to the remote location, Shuswap Search and Rescue requested assistance from the Vernon helicopter winch team. “We had reports there was fog up there but somehow the helicopter managed to find a window to get in,” said John Schut, of Shuswap Search and Rescue. “They literally had to package up the patient in six minutes and get out of there because darkness was coming in and they had to get out before then.” Ten members of the Shuswap team were mobilized in the parking lot of the recreation area readying snowmobiles for the 45-minute

trip to go in for the rescue in case the helicopter couldn’t make it. There is no word on the current condition of the Alberta man. He was airlifted to the Vernon airport and then transported by ambulance to hospital.

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A man who barricaded himself inside an Eagle Bay residence in December and set several fires, including one that burnt the home to the ground, remains in hospital. On his release, he will be charged with uttering threats and arson, says RCMP Cpl. Dan Moskaluk. At about 10 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, Salmon Arm RCMP responded to a report of a disturbance at a home in the Eagle Bay area. Police arrived on scene to find an adult male and female had safely left the residence where an adult male resident had armed himself with knives. The man refused police instructions to leave the home and

a neighbouring residence was evacuated in order to safely secure the area, Moskaluk said. “Throughout the course of the standoff, RCMP officers dialogued with the man who threatened to harm himself and police,” Moskaluk wrote in a Dec. 21 media release. “During the course of the incident, the man smashed out several windows of the residence and then set the home on fire and refused to leave the residence.” Police officers extinguished the fires three times and asked the Eagle Bay Volunteer Fire Department to stand by. Each time the man briefly exited the home, he threatened RCMP officers with knives.

Eventually the man set a large fire which quickly engulfed the residence. “RCMP officers had to make several attempts to pull the uncooperative man from the blaze and succeed-

cal facility for care. None of the officers were injured as a result of the incident. Columbia Shuswap Regional District Regional Fire Chief Kenn Mount says the RCMP request for assistance

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was received at 1:53 a.m. Dec. 21. “The Eagle Bay Volunteer Fire Department was advised there was an issue at a residence that required a fire department to be on scene,” says Mount. “We couldn’t suppress

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Bundles of joy: (Left) Kessa Arishenkoff and Paul Regnier hold baby Jax Robert Rick Regnier, the first baby born at Shuswap Lake General, while at right, Fay and Nathan Koss cuddle baby Eliot Steven Koss, who was the first baby born in Vernon. The Koss family travelled from Salmon Arm to the hospital in Vernon for the birth.

City claims two New Year’s babies By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Salmon Arm can boast about not one, but two New Year’s babies for 2016. The first tyke was the first-born at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, but his parents hail from Salmon Arm. The second was the first baby born within city limits at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. For Fay and Nathan Koss having the New Year’s Baby wasn’t on their radar. The couple from Salmon Arm were sent to Vernon Jubilee Hospital after Fay’s high blood pressure caused some complications. “It was funny, friends were joking about me trying for the New Year’s Baby and I didn’t know what the big deal was – I just wanted to have a happy, healthy baby,” said Fay. Her hopes came true

after a difficult birth; Eliot Steven Koss was born at 3:37 p.m. New Year’s Day. Weighing in at six pounds, 15 ounces, their first child is happy and healthy. “He has been perfect; he hasn’t caused much of a fuss at all,” said Fay while cradling her newborn son. Being the New Year’s Baby at Vernon Jubilee Hospital comes with some serious perks thanks to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary and local businesses. The new parents Fay and Nathan were surprised by all the gifts. With her parents living in England and her in-laws in Sorrento, they are thankful for all the help and support they have received from the Vernon Jubilee Hospital staff. “We have been in great hands here and we can’t thank the staff enough,” said Fay. “I

can’t imagine doing this anywhere else.” Salmon Arm’s newest Canucks fan arrived at Shuswap Lake General Hospital a few days later at 6:37 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4. Jax Robert Rick Regnier weighed in at six pounds, five ounces. Mom Kessa Arishenkoff called the couple’s first child cute and handsome with a perfect complexion. “And the biggest Canucks fan,” interjected dad Paul Regnier. “We already have a picture of him in his Canucks jersey,” laughs Kessa, who calls her newborn son perfect. While everything went very smoothly, Kessa is recovering from the Caesarian delivery. “I was very shocked to find out Jax was the New Year’s baby and a little bit lost for words,” said Kessa,

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At a council meeting the city clerk reported he had received a cheque from the government for liquor profits and pari-mutuel. The councils portion of the liquor profits amounted to $1,176 and the Pari-mutuel to $263. F. Pearson, manager of the Canadian Bank of Commerce, and the Bank of Hamilton up to the time of its amalgamation with the Commerce was superannuated. Mr. Kyle from Grand Forks was the new manager.

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Ray Williston arrived home for the holidays from his teaching position in Surrey. Louise Tennant and Anne Urquhart were home from their schools on the north shore.

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Work was begun on a storage warehouse, garage and office being erected by Ken Urquhart of Urquhartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Transfer at the corner of Hudson and Ross streets. The initial permit for the 32-foot-by58-foot building covered an estimated cost of $1,500. Residents served by Rural Mail Route No. 1, Salmon Arm, were petitioning the Dominion post office for a daily mail delivery instead of the tri-weekly service they are currently receiving. A youth Council to coordinate existing activities and formulate new programs was to be elected by the young people of Salmon Arm. Candidates for mayor were Don Jamieson, Velma Mikkelson, Barry Smith and Albert Bianco. Doug Cavaye was elected president of the Kinsmen Club of Salmon Arm.

1956

Victor Nancollas, a member of city council for 11 years, was mayor elect. He was the winner in a close contest defeating Tom Middleton, also a former member of council by five votes. The final count was Nancollas 202 and Middleton 197. Mr. Nancollas would succeed Mayor W.K. Smith who was retiring after 20 years service as alderman and mayor. Mount Ida IOOF lodge distributed 34 Yule Hampers among needy families in Salmon Arm and District.

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Teen faced with devastating diagnosis Spinal tumour: Community rallies to support family with fundraising accounts, raffle.

by Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

Seventeen-year-old Kaden Sagh had been suffering from a sore back for a couple of weeks. As he had been working out a lot in order to play for the Armstrong Shamrocks of the Thompson Okanagan Senior Lacrosse League, he attributed the soreness to all the running and weight lifting he’d been doing. He went to the chiropractor for a couple of weeks to help relieve the pain, explains his aunt, Kim Wiens. However, on the weekend of Dec. 12 and 13, he began having trouble with his left leg. On Tuesday, Dec. 15 he woke up and couldn’t walk. His family rushed him to the emergency department at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. He was transferred to Kamloops where a neurologist ordered an MRI. Less than 12

hours after waking up he was being flown to BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver by air ambulance. Tests had revealed a tumour on his spinal cord. The next day he underwent a seven-hour surgery to remove the growth. Doctors were able to remove only 90 per cent of it because of the risk to the spinal cord. Although he woke up from surgery with no movement in his legs, recovery is promising, explains a GoFundMe account set up to support Kaden and his family – parents Steven and Kerry and 14-year-old brother Devon. However, more bad news was forthcoming. Tests showed the tumour was malignant and Kaden would have to undergo five weeks of radiation and chemotherapy. “It was the most horrifying week of our lives,” says Wiens of

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Hugh & Melanie Bennett of Salmon Arm, BC, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Caelynn Marie at Vernon Jubilee Hospital, Vernon on August 17, 2015 weighing 9 lbs., 9 oz. Proud grandparents are Paul & Brenda Bennett of Salmon Arm, Hal & Deb Puder of Kelowna and Sharon & Jerry Deboo, Prince Rupert.

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Free Birth Announcements The Salmon Arm Observer is pleased to run a free birth announcement for all “New Arrivals!” Provide us with information by phoning 832-2131 or drop into our office at 171 Shuswap St. NW, downtown Salmon Arm. If you want a picture of the new arrival to run with the announcement, bring your infant in within a week of being discharged from hospital and we will take their picture at no charge.

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Hillcrest tutor, Michelle Bourdage engaging a reader and sharing a love of reading. Parent and community volunteers are needed The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) would like to support studentsorganizations, with theirand reading. The to thank all of our the businesses, individuals who supported theis2015 Team commitment 1.5 LASS hours perSpelling weekBee forfundraiser. 10 weeks Over $13,000 was raised to support literacy programs in the starting February 1st. During that time, volunNorth Okanagan-Shuswap! teers will read with 3 children for 30 minutes Gold Sponsors: each. The children are in grades 2 to 5 and are selected by their teachers to receive this special reading help. All tutoring is done at one of the local elementary schools during regular school School District is organized hours. The One to One program #83 DPAC by the Literacy Daybreak Rotary ClubAlliance of the Shuswap Society Rotary Club of Salmon Arm (LASS) in partnership with School District #83. Shuswap Rotary Club A three hour training session for all volunteers in basic reading strategies is mandatory as well as a criminal record check. A training session Silver Sponsors: will be held on: *Tuesday, January 12th from 9 am to 12 noon at Salmon Arm West Elementary School in Salmon Arm. To sign on as a tutor or for further information, Bronze Sponsors: please contact Darcy Calkins, Salmon Arm Stationery Active Chiropractic Waterway Houseboats Literacy Outreach Coordinator Faster Than Light Computing John Wilson Gabi Klein 250-463-4555 or admin@shuswapliteracy.ca. Dave Witt

the tumour’s discovery. She says her sister Kerry, Kaden’s mom, has taken a leave of absence from her job in order to stay with Kaden in Vancouver. Steven, Devon and extended family members are going back and forth, but Steven will have to continue working part-time, and Devon has returned to school. Kaden is facing a long and difficult rehabilitation in the next few months to a year, says Wiens, and the family likely won’t know until March if the tumour is responding well to treatment. She emphasizes that although Kaden is fearful, he’s determined to get back full use of his legs. Along with being an emotionally devastating time for the Sagh family, it’s also an expensive one.

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Reading, writing and math skills can make living a lot more exciting and rewarding. If either or all three skills are lacking in someone you know, volunteer tutors are waiting to help. Okanagan College’s Volunteer Adult Literacy/ Numeracy tutoring program has room available for additional adult learners starting this month. This free program offers one-on-one tutoring in a flexible schedule, with about two hours of tutoring per week in a safe environment. Students, who must be 19 years of age or older, work on their own goals. Returning to learn new skills or tune them up has brought great success to many students, says Tracy Riley, adult literacy fundamental instructor. “One student told me today he really needed a supportive learning environment because coming back to school is really difficult,” said Riley. “There is a lot of emotion around it; a lot of shame and embarrassment, and it takes a real act of courage to come to the college and say ‘hey I need help.’” Riley says students, who range in age from 19 to 65 years of age and come from all walks of life, feel comfortable in the college setting. To register, or for more information, contact Okanagan College at 250-832-2126; Tracy Riley at ext. 8236 or Joyce Smith at ext. 8284.

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recreation programs. Community representatives must be prepared to commit time and energy to participate as volunteers and attend quarterly meetings held in the Shuswap. Community reps should be able to demonstrate a track record of commitment to their community and experience working in a collaborative setting, and reside in the Shuswap watershed. Interested members of the public are invited to visit www. shuswapwater.ca to learn more, and fill out an expression of interest form by Jan. 22. For more information, contact Erin Vieira or Mike Simpson at 250-314-9660.

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Smoke and flame: Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley directs the action as Salmon Arm firefighters put out a residential fire on 17th Street NE on Friday, Dec. 18.

Family grateful for help Fire: Merchants, community pitch in with donations. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

A young family is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support following the loss of their rental home to a fire on Dec. 18. The Salmon Arm Fire Department was dispatched to a fire at 1771 27 Ave. NE at approximately 3 p.m. “Crews arrived to heavy fire conditions on the north side of the home, which was quickly knocked down by firefighters from both hall 2 and 3,” said Fire Chief Brad Shirley, noting the blaze was definitely not suspicious. “Although the fire was contained to the open deck and kitchen area, there was smoke and water damage to other portions of the rented home.” In an update Tuesday, assistant fire chief Jim Nickles said the fire was most likely the result of

an electrical issue in a power bar on the deck. “A smoker was used that day but it didn’t cause the fire,” Nickles said, noting that while the deck was covered it was open to the elements. “Most power bars are indoor only and not meant for outdoor use.” Occupants, Tyler and Kim Dymond and their son Nixon, were devastated to lose two budgie birds in the fire but thrilled and a bit overwhelmed by community response to their loss. The family was not at home at the time of the fire, having agreed to house sit for Tyler’s parents Doug and Debby Dymond, who were away on vacation. “I was devastated for them… they had built a lot of memories there and lost a lot of irreplaceables – mementos, photos and handmade things,” said Doug, noting the “absolute generosity” of the community response

reminded him of the fire of ’98 when everyone pitched in to help. “A very wonderful mom, dad and young girl showed up a couple of days later with a cage and two identical birds – just a snapshot of what a caring and generous town this is.” That couple was Chris Robinson, his wife Brittany and six-year-old daughter Olivia. “We went from store to store and brought them about $5,000 worth of stuff before Christmas,” says Chris of the generous reaction by local merchants in the Mall at Piccadilly, Centenoka and elsewhere. “We’re teaching our kid the meaning of Christmas.” Meanwhile, Tyler, Kim and Nixon have a new home, are back to work and are rebuilding their lives, says Doug. “There’s blue sky on the horizon; they’re getting over it.”

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Fast start: Carson Bolduc jams in the game’s opening goal past Eagles’ goaltender Justin Laforest at the Shaw Centre on New Year’s Day. The Silverbacks directed 52 shots on goal in the 5-2 victory over Surrey.

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On the heels of a two-week Christmas break, the Silverbacks opened up 2016 with games against the league’s last- and firstplace teams, Surrey and Penticton over the weekend. On New Year’s Day, the ’Backs hosted the lowly Surrey Eagles at the Shaw Centre. A four-goal first period, led by first star

Carson Bolduc, helped propel the Silverbacks to a 5-2 victory over the Eagles. “The boys were excited to get back to game action after a week off and a week of practice. They were chomping at the bit for the puck to drop,” said head coach Brandon West of his side’s quick start to the game. Former Silverback, Brett Stewart scored the Eagles’ early equalizer only two minutes after Bolduc’s first of the game. The Salmon Arm native scored his second of the game,

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Curling playdowns The Salmon Arm Curling Club will host “last chance” playdowns for three qualifying berths to the B.C. Mens Curling Provincial playdowns this weekend. The first draw is 2 p.m. on Friday, then again at 7 p.m. There are three more draws on Saturday and two on Sunday.

Indoor street soccer Registration for the indoor games-only fun program, held on Mondays from Jan. 25 to March 14 is now open. The games are available for kids between the ages of 10 and 16. Games will have four to five players on each side, with the focus on having fun while developing soccer skills through game play. Each age grouping plays at least three games per session. Cost for this seven-session program is only $35. To register visit http://shuswapsoccer.com/programs.php.

Register for the loppet There are just 10 days until the Reino KeskiSalmi Loppet. This friendly, full-day family event for both recreational and competitive skiers will take place on Saturday, Jan. 16. Online registration closes on Thursday, Jan. 14. Entry forms and additional information is available online at www.SkiLarchHills.ca or locally at Skookum Cycle and Ski or John’s Ski Shack.

Film fundraiser The Larch Hills Junior Race Team will be hosting the Jumbo Wild film on Friday, Jan. 22 at the Salmar Classic Theatre. Tickets are $5 and proceeds go to the Junior Race team for expenses for travelling to Nationals in Whitehorse in March.

Abominable rugby Hosted by the Yeti Rugby Club, the 19th Annual Abominable Seven-Man Touch Rugby Tournament will till take place at Little Mountain on Jan. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each team is allowed a maximum of eight players, with a cost of $20 per player. T-shirt and chili lunch is included. For more info, contact James Cookson at 250-515-0342 or Greg Seed at 250-515-1934.

Bridge results The results for Jan. 3: first, Shirley & Chuck Buckler; second, Arlene & Bert Lamoureux; third, Peggy Petersen & Carol McGregor and fourth, Ruth Embree & Michael Clayton. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Golds show off competitive edge By Evan Buhler OBSERVER STAFF

The Salmon Arm Golds senior basketball team did not have much time to rest over the Christmas holidays as they travelled to Port Moody during the break. Josh Kujat scored a team-high 23 points, and had three steals, in the Golds tournament opener against North Surrey. The Golds fell to the Spartans 77-62. “North Surrey is a good, big team that shot the lights out. As a team, we shot poorly,” said Golds head coach Rhys Waters. Dawson Mayes added 15 points and Dillan Olson scored 14. As a team, the Golds shot 39 per cent from the field and 40 per cent from the free throw line. Waters was quick to point out that his team’s goal is to shoot at least 70 per cent from the line. Waters stressed the importance of consistent shooting. “We didn’t put ourselves in the best position to walk away with

a win. We got outshot this game, plain and simple,” said Waters. The Golds bounced back in the second game of the tournament, defeating Westview from Maple Ridge, 81-55. Salmon Arm showed off their depth with Olson scoring 16 points, Norman Ambauen earning 15 points and 15 rebounds and Aaron Hicks netting 14 points. Waters was pleased with the win and noted it was a game they should have won and did. In the third game of the tournament, SAS faced Richmond, a historically strong team. The Golds rose to the occasion and defeated the Colts 88-67. Josh Kujat scored a team-high 13 points and defensively had six rebounds and eight assists. Waters had many reasons to praise the play of Ambauen who had 11 points, five rebounds and two blocks. “Norman Ambauen is an important part of our team, defensively first but also offen-

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double teamed by Richmond Colts defenders during a game in the Port Moody tournament last week. sively, and he had a big weekend for us,” said Waters. Olson finished the game with nine points and 11 rebounds. Overall the Golds finished fourth in the tournament. “We would have liked higher, who wouldn’t, but anytime you can go to the Lower Mainland and compete, and especially

beat strong programs like Richmond you have to be happy.” Waters also applauded the depth of his squad. Every player on the team saw court time and scored in the tournament. “Not many senior teams can say that in a competitive tournament, and that speaks highly of our depth down the bench,” Wa-

ters pointed out. In all competitive games this season the Golds are one game over .500, with a 7-6 record. “We are competitive, but need to take that next step. Our New Year’s resolution needs to be two things: consistent scoring, and getting better in the paint, especially rebounding.”

Silverbacks turn attention to Wenatchee Continued from A15 added a tally before the end of the opening 20 minutes. Taro Hirose notched the final goal for Salmon Arm on the power play in the second period with the assists going to Elijiah Barriga and Kodi Schwarz. At 7:29 of the third period, emotions boiled over as a line brawl erupted, resulting in eight players being thrown out of the game

for fighting. Marcus Mitchell, Mitch Newsome and Cam Coutre each received two-game suspensions for participating in the multiple fight situation, and head coach West was also handed a game suspension for the altercation. “There was a heated exchange between players, one thing led to another, and we have to face the consequences of our actions now,” said West. “We had a lot of our

young guys out on the ice at the time, and they were just trying to stick up for each other out there.” The ’Backs travelled to Penticton on Saturday night, where they were defeated 6-1. The always-lethal Scott Conway scored his second hat trick in as many nights, while Vees’ goaltender Anthony Brodeur made 27 saves. “We beat ourselves. From start to finish Penticton looked good,

after two periods the game looked very much over,” said West. With four minutes remaining in the game, Josh Blanchard ruined Brodeur’s shutout bid, scoring his 12th goal of the season. The Silverbacks now turn their focus towards Friday’s game south of the border in Wenatchee before returning north to face Penticton. “We have to hit reset and find our game again in two very difficult buildings on the

road,” said West. He stressed his players will have to step up in the absence of Mitchell, Newsome and Coutre and tune out distractions. The ’Backs are now tied for second in the division with the Warriors, but have three games in hand on the West Kelowna side. The Silverbacks will return to the Shaw Centre when they open a three-game home stand on Jan. 15 against the Vipers.

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New Years Day kicks Ian Calkins dribbles the ball towards the goal as he is chased down by Sara Worton, left, Lily Karns and mom Darcy Calkins during the Shuswap Youth Soccer Association’s free Family Footy Day at the SASCU Memorial Complex on Friday, Jan. 1.

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Nisse, ’Tips show off in Kamloops Early in the third period, ’Tips captain Cole Nisse notched another one in the opposition’s net, and his team went on to win 4-0. Goaltender Koltin Dodge earned the shutout. The following day, Salmon Arm faced Castlegar. In similar fashion to their opening game, the Silvertips struck early and never looked back after scoring early in the game. Nisse, followed quickly by Dylan Huber, Ty Sanford, Bootsma and Olson, each contributed a goal before the end of the second frame. Brayden Haskell and Jacob Tudan also contributed goals this game as the Silvertips easily defeated Castlegar 8-1. For their third round robin game, Salmon Arm faced Yellowknife bright and early on New Year’s Day. Forward Taylor Howard was on fire for the ’Tips as he grabbed the first two goals of the game against the Wolfpack. Not to be outdone, Bootsma continued his goal-a-game run when he netted the Silvertips’ third goal of the game. Sanford got a goal during the third period as the Silvertips went on to win 4-1 win over Yellowknife. After the round robin play, the ’Tips placed first overall out of 20

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tips captain Cole Nisse is awarded the Kamloops International Bantam Ice Hockey Tournament’s top defensive player award after a game, in Kamloops last Saturday. teams in the tournament. In the two-game knockout round, they faced off against the seventh place Williams Lake Timberwolves. The fire that the Silvertips started the tournament with fizzled out and three injuries did not help their cause. Short on the bench and playing on the larger Olympic ice surface at MacArthur Island took its toll on the ’Tips. Bootsma scored the game’s first goal, followed up by Dominic Barbosa before Williams Lake came back to take a 3-2 lead. Tudan’s goal drew the ’Tips level, but Wil-

liams Lake scored two more to win 5-3, dropping the ’Tips to the Bside of the tournament. On Saturday, the ’Tips played their league rivals, Kelowna. The only goal scored by Salmon Arm was thanks to Dylan Huber, as the Silvertips fell to Kelowna 4-1, ending their time in the tournament. After the handshake between the Salmon Arm and Kelowna teams, presenters came out on the ice to award Salmon Arm Silvertips captain Cole Nisse with a plaque for the top defensive player of the tournament, a huge honour to receive.

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From Dec. 30 to Jan. 3, the Salmon Arm Bantam Tier 2 Silvertips took part in the Kamloops International Bantam Ice Hockey Tournament. Teams from across North America including Alaska, Saskatchewan, Alberta, B.C. and the Southern United States took part in the 47th annual winter tournament. The Hungarian national U16 team also featured in the tournament. During opening ceremonies, the attending crowd took part in singing O Canada. The sound system failed too after, leaving the crowd to take it upon themselves to sing the American anthem When no one knew the Hungarian anthem, 15-year-old Hungarian player Laszlo Horvath grabbed the mic and sang the anthem on behalf of his team and country. The Silvertips played their first game on Wednesday, Dec. 30 against the Vancouver A2 T-Birds. An excited and energized Silvertips team burst out of the gates to an early two-goal lead courtesy of Ty Sanford and Jaron Bootsma. Joshua Olson scored the third goal for the team right before the end of the second period, on their one-andonly power play of the game.

Changes at Salmon Arm Accounting Firm Ken Black (L) and Trent Sismey (R) take great pleasure in announcing Ken’s retirement from his Chartered Accounting practice at the end of 2015, and Trent’s assuming his role. Trent looks forward to continuing the culture of quality client service that Ken has provided for his many clients in Salmon Arm and area since 1993. Ken and Lauris would like to thank the clients and staff for their support and wish them continued success. Trent was born in Penticton, BC and raised on a farm in Okanagan Falls. He graduated from the University of Lethbridge in 2004 in finance and accounting and articled with a mid-sized accounting firm in Edmonton. Trent became a senior manager at the firm, working with some of the largest private businesses in Western Canada. During this time Trent was accepted into the University of Saskatchewan’s Master of Professional Accounting program (MPAcc) After obtaining his CA designation, Trent continued with public practice until a CFO position came available with a general construction company, based in his home town of Penticton. The experiences and success led Trent to being recruited by a group of Alberta businessmen that wanted to grow their start up company to competing on the international stage. The company obtained its goal and enjoyed several very successful years in the resource sector. But, like many BC residents, Trent and his family began to long for the BC lifestyle, and he took advantage of the opportunity with Ken’s practice in Salmon Arm. The Sismey family looks forward to moving to Salmon Arm and calling it home. Trent will succeed Ken Black as of January 4, 2016 and he looks forward to meeting and working with current and new clients – drop by the office for a visit at #2- 120 Harbourfront Drive NE Salmon Arm.

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The written word will once again be celebrated at the 2016 Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival taking place from May 20 to May 22. Organizers have put together a stellar slate of authors and other publishing professionals, who will take part in skill development workshops and open forums.

Presenters • Joëlle Anthony is a writer, teacher, and actress, originally from Portland, she currently lives in Canada. Her latest release, The Right & the Real was named a Bank Street’s 2013 Best Books of the Year. • Singer/songwriter and photographer Victor Anthony was born in Nashville. He has released four CDs of original material including his latest, Mystery Loves Company. His musical style is based in the roots tradition of the American South but the lyrics are up-to-date vignettes of life and love, full of rich visual imagery and simple truth. • Ted Bishop’s latest book, The Social Life of Ink: Culture, Wonder, and Our Relationship with the Written Word, combines memoir, travel, and cultural history as it moves from Samarkand to Budapest. It won the Wilfred Eggleston prize for nonfiction. • International bestselling, award-winning author Susan Fox (also writing as Savanna Fox and Susan Lyons) writes “emotionally compelling, sexy contemporary romance” (Publishers Weekly). A native British Columbian, she sets her stories in B.C. Her books have been translated into French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and German. • Jodi McIsaac is the author of the bestselling Thin Veil fantasy series and the thriller, A Cure for Madness. After stints as a short-track speed skater, a speechwriter, and fundraising and marketing executive in the nonprofit sector, she started a boutique copywriting agency and began writing novels in the wee hours of the morning.

She is working on a historical fantasy series set in Ireland. http://www.jodimcisaac.com/ • Donna Milner is the author of the internationally acclaimed novels: After River, The Promise of Rain, Somewhere In-Between and the soon to be released, A Place Called Sorry. Her books have been published in 13 countries and translated into eight languages. • Alyson Quinn was born in Zimbabwe to Irish parents and spent her childhood years in Southern Africa. She trained as a social worker and has spent over two decades working in the field of psychiatry. She has published three books. When the River Wakes Up is her first novel. It is both a tormenting inner struggle and a changing world scorched by the fire of new beginnings. • Jodie Renner is a sought-after freelance fiction editor and awardwinning author of three craft-ofwriting guides. She has also published two handy clickable writers’ e-resources. Renner is also a wellknown blogger and her craft-of-writing posts appear on various blogs. • Robert J. Sawyer is one of only eight writers in history – and the only Canadian – to win all three of the world’s top science fiction awards for best novel of the year: the Hugo, the Nebula, and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award. According to a U.S. trade journal, he is the #1 all-time worldwide leader in number of award wins as a science fiction or fantasy novelist. • Arthur Slade was raised on a ranch in Saskatchewan. He is the author of 18 novels for young readers including The Hunchback Assignments, which won the prestigious TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award and Dust, winner of the Governor General’s

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author of three craft-of-writing guides, and Arthur Slade, an award-winning author of 18 novels, are two presenters at the 2016 writers’ festival. Award for Children’s Literature. He has taught writing at Banff, University of Toronto and was the Regina Public Library’s writer-in-residence in 2014-2015. • Criminal lawyer turned crime thriller writer Michael Slade is the author of 14 novels that feature the Special X psychohunters of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. HEADHUNTER Reimagined – an all-new version of his first bestseller published in 1984 – is coming this year. Slade has been honoured by the World Horror Convention, and the international Police Leadership Conference. • Alan Twigg became a member of the Order of Canada in 2014 “for his countless contributions to the promotion of British Columbian literature and publishing.” He has produced the educational newspaper B.C. BookWorld since

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homegrown act before the rest of the world comes calling!” Just over a year ago the Winnipeg-based band hit the ground running at the Americana Music Festival in Nashville and came home with a record deal. The week following the event, Rolling Stone Magazine included the Bros. Landreth in a feature titled “The Twenty Best Things We Saw at Americana Music Fest 2014.” Have a look at the current, but not complete, 2016 Roots and Blues slate at www. rootsandblues.ca,

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Channeling Janis Joplin Cathy-Ann Wells moved to the North okanagan in 1990, a time when there were bands playing at the Lakeside Hotel, country bands periodically playing at the Wild Horse saloon, rock bands playing the vernon Lodge, blues bands playing at the el Paso lounge and it seemed there was always a local band throwing their own dances at the Paddlewheel Hall. As a musician with nowhere to play, Cat (her stage name) auditioned to cruise ships and has been performing on them for the past few years. she started as a vocalist in a show band, moved to pub guitarist and now performs as a guest entertainer. Wells saw a potential to bring live shows back to the area. “I am blessed to take in some world-class entertainment. I have met many of the acts that grace the main stage. so I had this idea to bring some of the acts to the

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rock legend: Cathy-Ann Wells performs a tribute to Janis Joplin on Jan. 14. okanagan,” she says. “I reconnected with my friend and promoter Mike schell of schell shock entertainment and we worked out a plan to bring my Janis Joplin show to town during my down time.” The last time Wells performed at the salmon Arm rec Centre was in 1998, when her band PHAT betty along with Doug and the slugs hosted a fundraiser after the wildfires. Wells found early heroes in etta James and billie Holiday. In its okanagan hayday, PHAT betty was the “go-to opening act” for

touring bands such as ZZ Top, Jeff Healey, Trooper, Crash Test Dummies and more. With her near fouroctave range, Wells would perform the sweetest ella Fitzgerald jazz ballad and without a blink be belting out Led Zepplin’s rock and roll with such conviction she’d give robert Plant a run for his money. Along with her ability to mimic Joplin’s voice with her throaty blues style, Wells has paid close attention to every detail, from costumes to moves and mannerisms giving outstand-

ingly memorable performances. “When I would perform with my blues band, fans kept asking for Janis Joplin. I admit I was annoyed at first because I didn’t understand what they were hearing/seeing,” she says. “When I finally sat down and watched a videotape of Janis performing, I was amazed at how similar our performances were.” Wells has been performing as Janis Joplin for the past 15 years. backed by some of the hottest musicians on the west coast, the show adds the okangan’s “Uptown Hornz” to their Interior performances, creating an impressive nine-piece band. The show takes place from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at on Jan. 14 at the sAsCU rec Centre. Tickets are available at Wearabouts or online at TCbLegends.com. reserve a table of 10 or more and receive a 10 per cent discount.

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Tracey Kutschker and Gudie Hupfauer work on weaving the wool remnants of the Salmon Arm Art Gallery’s successful knitted tree project into a rug. Hupfauer is guiding a team of weavers that includes Delores Mori and Nikki Webber, who have woven one nine-by-nine foot rug on a frame built by Eric Kutschker. The Root Rug was woven from the 200-plus roots of the Knitted Tree project, and had been in the plans before the tree was constructed. “It was always the intention to create this squishy root rug for the school tour kids to sit on when they first come into the gallery,” says Kutschker. “They typically sit on the floor while we introduce the place and the exhibition. This way, they will get a comfy place to sit, plus learn about the knitted tree project.” Two smaller rugs have also been completed but Kutschker is not sure how they will be used yet.

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Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): Mercury squares your ruler Mars on Tuesday, which brings out your tendency to use words as weapons. It doesn’t take much time to blurt out something hurtful – but it takes a lot longer to repair the damage afterwards. You’ll feel very contrary on Thursday. When someone asks you to do something, you’re likely to turn around and do the complete opposite. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): With dynamic Mars moving through your relationship zone it’s the perfect time to be proactive about improving close partnerships. But expect a temporary setback on Friday or Saturday, when Saturn stymies displays of affection [and encouragement from others is in short supply]. Expect disruptions in travel plans and education matters. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It will be easy to put your foot firmly in your mouth on Tuesday, as you blurt out something inappropriate. And it will take some quick thinking – and fast talking – to get things back on track again. You love to gossip but beware the tendency to spill secrets over the next three weeks. If someone tells you something in confidence, then zip your lip and keep absolutely quiet! CANCER (June 21-July 22): Mars motivates you to express your creative side in proactive and productive ways. Then the New Moon urges you to re-evaluate a problematic partnership. Setting new patterns of behaviour sees the union move to a deeper and more satisfying level in 2016. But, with Mercury reversing through your relationship zone [from January 9-26] you’ll have to be patient and diplomatic. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Intense and unpredictable – that’s you this week. Inner compulsions and outer restlessness are affecting you, so avoid making important decisions. Bossing people around isn’t the best way to get what you want. Instead, help others to see your point of view via a persuasive argument, and clever win-win strategies. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Become more involved within your local community. You have a variety of Virgo talents to offer. Resist the urge to criticise others – no matter how ‘constructive’ it is. You’ll get a lot further if you encourage instead. Prepare for mixed messages and missed appointments, plus plenty of computer or car chaos.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Become more motivated and proactive about money matters. A close relationship will be very intense, unpredictable or distant. The best astrological advice is to sit on the side-lines and wait for things to calm down. You could also get your wires crossed with a child, teenager or friend. Be honest in your dealings with others – and don’t let someone pull the wool over your eyes. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The next two months is the perfect time to take on a mighty challenge with plenty of passion and purpose. The Sun/Pluto hook-up [on Tuesday and Wednesday] highlights your deep and powerful energies, so tread carefully Scorpio. You’ll feel incredibly focused but avoid getting drawn into arguments, and strive to keep your possessive streak under control. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be extra careful when sending emails, texts or tweets this week, as it will be very easy to send the wrong message to the wrong person - or your meaning could be completely misinterpreted. The Capricorn New Moon will help steady your fiery energy, as you start a fresh fiscal cycle. Be disciplined and organised and the bigger your bank balance will be. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Mars encourages you to walk your talk, as you stop planning and start doing. The Sun and Pluto pair up [in your sign] on Tuesday and Wednesday, which intensifies your control-freak tendencies. And retrograde Mercury stirs up mischief in your money zone, so resist the urge to make big ticket purchases – even if they are on sale. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Mars is transiting through your life direction zone which makes you restless to get things moving. And the Sun/Uranus square shakes up any residual complacency, resulting in some divine [and disconcerting] discontent. So strive to turn impatience into inspiration, and eccentric dreams into do-able schemes. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): This week’s stars encourage creativity and compassion but – when it comes to a personal matter, a professional issue or a romantic relationship – are you being ridiculously unrealistic? Don’t believe everything you hear. Now is a good time to start a project that requires concentration, motivation and mountains of discipline.

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ANTONE OLLIE “TONY” ANDERBERG The family of Antone Ollie “Tony” Anderberg is sad to announce his passing at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm, BC on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at the age of 53 years, after a 10 month battle with cancer. Tony was born in Calgary, AB on September 12, 1962 and had moved with his family to Salmon Arm, BC in early 1965. Tony loved Salmon Arm and continued to live here for his whole life. He had proudly worked for Canoe Forest Products for the past 27 years. Tony will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Dawn; sons, Logan (Jen) of Lethbridge, AB and Dustin of Vanderhoof, BC; stepchildren, Ashley Trenholm of Salmon Arm, BC and Andrew Trenholm of Fort St. John, BC; four grandchildren, Nate, Neil, Micky and Milo; three brothers, Alonzo of Salmon Arm, BC. Cliff (Sharon) of Kamloops, BC, Graham (Christina) of Kelowna, BC and one sister, Linda Inglis of Kamloops, BC. Nieces, Marian (Irvin) and Mason. Laura (Jim) Brittany and Jordan. Nephews, Daniel (Jen) Paige and Faith. Jeremy Anderberg. A celebration of Tony’s life will be held later in the spring. Online condolences may be sent through Tony’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm. KEITH HARTER TRENHOLM March 31, 1934 - December 21, 2015 Keith Harter Trenholm was born at Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, March 31, 1934 to Robert and Maud Trenholm and passed away peacefully at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC on December 21, 2015 at the age of 81 years. Keith met Audrey in Salmon Arm and they were married April 9, 1955. During his life Keith was first and foremost a horseman. He worked as a farrier, rodeo cowboy, horse breaker and trainer, chariot driver, race horse owner and trainer, and as a racetrack superintendent. He held a variety of careers including logging and driving truck on the side, a short stint as an auctioneer, a few years raising and selling cattle. He tried his hand at homesteading and did some carpentry, building some three day houses and a house in Tappen for Audrey and himself. Keith was employed for quite a few years as a faller, working in different sawmills. He spent a couple seasons working for the Alberta government as a beaver trapper and was also a heavy equipment operator. In his later years Keith enjoyed music, playing mandolin in different bands. He had a full life and did everything he wanted to at one time or another. He leaves behind his wife, Audrey, four sons; Dale (Jan), Danny (Anna-Lee), Ronny, Jesse Lee (Susan), grandchildren; Anthony, Aaron, Jessica, Haley, Logan, Joshua, Dylan, Lindsay, Devin, greatgrandchildren; Jacinda, Sierra, Athena and Jaron, many loved nieces and nephews, his sister Dorothy (Boe), his brother Dean (Juanita), and many loyal musician friends. A memorial service for Keith will be held in the spring. Online condolences may be sent to the family through Keith’s obituary at www. bowersfuneralservice.com.

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HILDA MARY WRIGHT July 3, 1947 - December 25, 2015 Hilda Mary Wright (Smith), was born on July 03, 1947 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully on December 25, 2015 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Hilda grew up in Moose Jaw where she met and married John Warden Wright (dec. Dec 2013) and they had three sons and two daughters, Melanie (Dave), Dale (Tracy), John (Judy), Kevin (Cindy) and Andrea. They moved to the Outlook, SK area in 1969 where they built several businesses and farmed. Hilda moved to Salmon Arm, British Columbia in 2005 to be close to her daughters. Hilda made many friends through volunteering at the thrift store and joined a very active quilting group. She was very involved in all of her children’s lives, visiting everyone often from Salmon Arm to Saskatchewan. Hilda is survived by her sister, Loy Becker, her brothers Jack, Desi and Rick Smith and many grandchildren. Predeceased by parents Mary (Wagman) and Orville Smith. An informal gathering will take place at Sask River Lutheran Church in Outlook, SK on Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 2pm. Online condolences may be sent through Hilda’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

ROBERT BURROWS “BOB” MILLER Robert Burrows Miller died peacefully at home in Salmon Arm, B.C. on Monday, December 21, 2015 after a long, graceful battle with numerous complications resulting from a stroke 12 years ago. He was 87 years old. Bob is missed and dearly loved by Sara (Sally), his wife of 45 years; children Leanne (Don) Kennedy, Shelley Kenney, Rod (Brenda), Scott (Debbie), Miles (Adeline), who all made him a proud grand-dad of 12 and great-grandad of 4; sister Marjory (Bill) Hanley, brother Don (Doreen) and their families. He was predeceased by Margaret, the mother of his children, his dear son James and young grandson Shawn. Born in 1928 to Ken and Alice Miller and raised in Alberta’s prairie heartland near Carmangay, Bob’s education took him from a one-room schoolhouse to the University of Alberta and the Southern Institute of Technology. His entire career was spent in Calgary with Imperial Oil/Esso, starting in 1950 as an exploration draftsman and retiring in 1984 as an executive in the Systems and Information Services Department. Bob and Sally soon moved to family-owned land in Eagle Bay on Shuswap Lake, B.C., living in the cottage while Bob built their retirement home on the same property. They spent many happy years there, very much involved in the community until moving into Salmon Arm. Friends are invited to join the family to celebrate Bob Miller’s life on Sunday, May 22 at 2pm at the Eagle Bay Hall, 4326 Eagle Bay Road on Shuswap Lake, BC. Online condolences may be sent through Bob’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation.

LORRAINE ETHEL KILLICK October 1, 1924 - December 22, 2015 Lorraine joined her late husband of 50 years Cyril Leslie Killick in Heaven on December 22, 2015. Lorraine passed away peacefully at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, B.C. Lorraine was predeceased by her husband Cyril in February 1994 and is survived by her son Bruce, daughter Karen, daughter in law Brenda, son in law Mathew, grand children Abra, Adam, Jacob, Tyler, Cindy, Elaine and several great grand children. Lorraine was born in Portland Oregon to Canadian parents Anne Ethel and Albert Edward Balmer where her father was training to become a Chiropractor. Upon returning to New Westminster B.C. the family was soon faced with the great depression. The family moved to Calgary, her father found work as a machinist. A return to the deep family routes in New Westminster occurred in the early 1930’s. Lorraine excelled in school. She also learned to play the piano, taught by her mother. Her gift for the love of music remained a big part of her life both teaching her skills to many children throughout her life and in her love to play and perform in a truly beautiful and giving way. In the early 1940’s Lorraine and Cyril met. Truly love at first sight. With World War II underway Cyril enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force. They were married in Winnipeg on March 27, 1943. Cyril left shortly thereafter for Europe. Lorraine returned to B.C. where she secured employment as a stenographer for the Prudential Insurance Company. After starting a family, Lorraine returned to the work force in the mid 1950’s. She was employed by Canada Safeway in their head office in New Westminster. Following a very busy career with Safeway she became a stenographer in the Coquitlam School District, a career that spanned over 30 years, working in many schools in the District. She was always involved in helping the children grow by giving of her musical and other creative talents. In her time away from work, Lorraine’s creativity and gift for designing beautiful things flourished including her amazing culinary skills. She was truly a gifted and self taught person that excelled in living life. She shared these talents in a loving way with so many people. Lorraine and Cyril loved to create beauty and enjoyed the outdoors by decorating their home, discovering new hiking trails and boating the Gulf Islands. Lorraine and Cyril retired in the late 1980’s and shortly thereafter moved to the Shuswap where their son, wife and their children had relocated in the early 80’s. Lorraine continued to help young people grow by teaching piano lessons. Her passion for living, giving and loving others truly stood out in amazing ways. The love and support for her family was never ending. We love you Mom and Grandma. You taught us well. Your love and memory will live in our Hearts forever. The Killick family would like to very much thank the health care staff at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm for the wonderful care provide to our mother and grandmother over the last 4 years. Lorraine’s ashes will be placed beside Cyril’s at Mount Ida Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, PO Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC VIE 4N3 On line condolences may be sent to Lorraine’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, BC

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AUGUST JOSEF WILHELM LANGOHR 1926 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2015 It is with sadness that the family of August Langohr announces his passing on December 28, 2015 at the age of 89 years. August was born in West Germany on April 13, 1926. August met and married Hannelore (Hanna) Kollges. Together they immigrated to Canada where August continued in his career as a successful steel fabricator. After residing in Calgary for many years, August and Hanna relocated to Blind Bay, BC where they continued to enjoy life to the fullest. Left to mourn his passing is wife Hannelore (Hanna) and sons Paul and Richard. A memorial service for August will be held on Thursday January 7, 2016 at 11am at Bowers Funeral Chapel with Father George LaGrange presiding. Online condolences may be sent through Augustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

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PATTERSON, GREGORY â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greggâ&#x20AC;? KENNETH September 16, 1939 - Winnipeg, Manitoba December 26, 2015 - Salmon Arm, BC It is with great sadness we announce Greggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peaceful passing surrounded by love at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital following a brief illness. Â He was predeceased by his loving wife â&#x20AC;&#x153;Margieâ&#x20AC;? Margaret Jean Patterson on February 11, 2015. Â He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Patterson Leonard (Bob Choma) and grandsons, Brent and Scott Leonard as well as Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children, Bradley Baker of Calgary, Loretta Baker of Kamloops and Wendy Baker of Fort St. John; grandchildren, James (Christie), Brittni and Nicole Baker; brother in law, Ken Leonard and his faithful pet, Oakley. Â Gregg was the only son of Ken and Muriel Patterson (predeceased). Â Also many cousins, extended family and caring friends will fondly remember him. Â Sincere appreciation to the doctors, nurses and caregivers of the Shuswap Lake Hospital, especially Dr. Erasmus Bonthuys,Â for their kindness and compassionate care that was lovingly extended to Gregg and his family. Â Keeping with Greggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes, cremation has privately taken place. Â A Memorial Gathering for family and friends will be held at Gregg and Margâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home at Blind Bay BC in the spring/summer of 2016 - details will be announced at a later date. Â Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com Kelowna BC.

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CORNELIA MARY RUNDELL Cornelia Mary Rundell was born on June 8, 1949, in Macklin, Saskatchewan to army veteran Roderick Rundell and war bride Adrianna Rombouts, the second of what would be 11 surviving children. In 1966 she joined the Sisters of Elizabeth, a catholic teaching order.Â She left the order in 1968 still pursuing a teaching career.Â In 1969 Cory enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan full time.Â There she was active in several feminist campaigns and through student politics met and married Peter A. Russell in 1972.Â Their first daughter Heather was born in 1973, the same year the little family moved to Ottawa where Cory pursued a course in journalism at Carleton University.Â While in Ottawa, Cory was involved in founding the Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre and worked her way into the Federal civil service.Â In 1978 the family moved to Edinburgh where she earned a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Literature, and soon after they relocated to Birmingham, where she taught Literature and Drama at Fircroft College.Â There Cory gave birth to her younger two daughters, Jane in 1982, and Emily in 1987.Â Cory had taken up Karate in Ottawa which she continued in Edinburgh and Birmingham where she began running.Â Cory had the second fastest time for a woman in the Wolverhampton Marathon, receiving a silver plate Trophy.Â In 1989 the family returned to Canada, first settling back into Ottawa where Cory taught at high schools in the area.Â Then the family relocated to the Okanagan in 1992, and Cory taught Basic Adult education and English at Okanagan University College.Â Cory was highly involved in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church in Salmon Arm which led her to pursue a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Divinity at the Vancouver School of Theology.Â Cory was ordained as an Anglican priest in 2002 and shortly after became rector of St. James in Armstrong and St. George in Enderby, a post she held for 12 years.Â There she oversaw vital maintenance on the foundations of each Parish and enlarged St. Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hall.Â In 2014, Cory and Peter moved to Kelowna where Cory became an Associate Priest at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Cathedral.Â She is survived by her husband, Peter Russell, and her daughters Heather (husband David, and children Tom, Calvin, and Miles), Jane (husband Eamonn), and Emily.Â In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Syrian Refugee Fund at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Cathedral, or the BC Cancer Foundation. The family would like to thank the staff at the BC Cancer Agency and the nurses and care workers from the Palliative Care Program.Â On December 29 there will be a vigil at 6:00 pm followed by a service at 7:00 pm at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Cathedral in Kelowna.Â The Funeral liturgy will be at 10:00 am at the Cathedral on December 30 with a reception at 2:00 pm.Â Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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May 3, 1998-Dec. 28, 2014 The moment that you died My heart was torn in two One side filled with heartache, The other died with you. I often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And take a walk down memory lane With tears upon my cheeks Remembering you is easy I do it every day But missing you is heartache That never goes away. I hold you tightly within my heart, And there you will remain. Forever in our hearts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Love Mom, Dad & Ryan

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DOROTHY LILY ECCLESTON Dorothy Lily Eccleston, nee Wilkinson, born 23 August 1923 in Stokeon-Trent, England passed away peacefully 17 December 2015 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital.Â Mom grew up in England where she met and married Eric Eccleston and they had two daughters, Yvonne and Joan (dec. 1951).Â They immigrated to Canada in 1952 and resided in Vancouver where their third daughter, Deborah Ann was born.Â Mom worked at various jobs including housekeeping at Vancouver General Hospital and waitressing.Â Mom and Dad retired in 1988 and moved to Oliver, B.C. where they spent their retirement and enjoyed several cruises.Â In 2008 after her husband of 62 years passed away, Mom moved up to Salmon Arm, B.C. to be with her daughter, Yvonne.Â After 2 years Mom moved into Picadilly Terrace Retirement Home where she enjoyed the company of many friends and bingo on Thursday nights.Â Mom is survived by her sister, Joan Leonard of England; sister-in-law Doris Booth of Toronto; daughters Yvonne Eccleston of Salmon Arm and Deborah Ann Haddow of Victoria, B.C.; 4 grandchildren, Jennifer, Ross, Rudy and April; 5 great-grandchildren, Nickolas, Shanti, Oliver, Douglas and Carter. Thanks to Dr. Welder, nurses Rose, Connie, Jackie, Janine, Vicki, Tammy & Terry and Community Nurses Jolene & Marie. No service as requested.Â Donations to Shuswap Hospital Auxillary in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be sent through Dorothyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

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Shuswap-Revelstoke Regional Coordinator â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Community Gatekeeper Project Position Summary The Regional Coordinator will lead the implementation of gatekeeper training (safeTALK and ASIST- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) across a specified region in order to ensure the availability of this critical component of a comprehensive suicide prevention and intervention continuum. The training is available to individuals, commonly called Gatekeepers, who come in contact with or are in proximity to large numbers of people as part of their profession or usual routine. The Regional Coordinator role requires experience in delivering presentations, knowledge of suicide and suicide prevention and demonstrated competence in establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications â&#x20AC;˘ Education â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent education and experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Program Coordination, project management, experience in mental health and addiction, working in the non-profit sector, and excellent communication and presentation skills. Position details â&#x20AC;˘ 3 year term position â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 31, 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Full time (37.5 hours per week), regular hours Monday to Friday. Flexible working schedule required â&#x20AC;˘ The position is based in Salmon Arm, and serves the Interior region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thompson, Cariboo, and Okanagan. Regional and provincial travel required, access to a reliable vehicle is required. Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For a copy of the full job description please go to the careers section on our website www. shuswap-revelstoke.cmha.bc.ca. Please forward resume and cover letter to Dawn Dunlop, Executive Director by 4pm. Friday January 22, 2016. CMHA Shuswap / Revelstoke Box 3275, 433 Hudson Ave. NE., Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4S1 Info.sr@cmha.bc.ca - Subject line â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gatekeeper â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mentally healthy people in a healthy society.â&#x20AC;?

Full - Time Human Resources Manager Twin Anchors Houseboat Vacations is actively seeking a Human Resources Manager to oversee all aspects of Human Resources practices and processes. The successful candidate is expected to support business requirements and ensure implementation of company strategies and objectives. Complete job description may be located on our website: www.twinanchors.com Required experience: â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of HR Systems and databases â&#x20AC;˘ Negotiation and Presentation Skills â&#x20AC;˘ Proven Abilities to manage interpersonal relationships â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of Pay and benefit programs â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in recruitment, training and development Preferred experience: â&#x20AC;˘ Proven working experience in Human Resource field â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of and preferably experience in houseboat industry â&#x20AC;˘ Computer skills including office, excel, and power point â&#x20AC;˘ Proven abilities in conflict resolution Closing date for position February 5, 2016: Forward resumes via email to: dont@twinanchors.com or Fax: 250-836-4824 Attention Human Resources Manager

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FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLAN The Adams Lake Indian Band is preparing an amendment to Forest Stewardship Plan #397 for the non-replaceable Forest Licence A83389. The amendment is to add a new Forest Development Unit south of Chase. The amendment is publicly available for review and for written comment until February 28, 2016. The amendment is available at the Natural Resources Department at 6453 Hillcrest Road in Chase, BC. Please call Stuart Parker at 250-803-0181 to set up an appointment. Written comments may also be sent to the Adams Lake Indian Band PO Box 588, Chase BC V0E1M0, attention Stuart Parker.

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Claimants on the Estate of Verna Annette Bell of 1320 Salmon River Road, Salmon Arm, BC, to send particulars to Wynne & Company Lawyers, PO Box 386, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N5. Phone (250)832-9611. Reply by January 31, 2016

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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, JAN. 6 JAM THE GM – The book drive sponsored by the Literacy

Alliance of the Shuswap and Salmon Arm GM kicks off at 10 a.m. Residents are invited to deposit books at GM throughout the month of January.

THURSDAY, JAN. 7 WEEKLY CRIB – Enjoy a game of crib every Thursday

from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For information, contact Donna Bernard at 250-833-0123.

FRIDAY, JAN. 8 BIRTHDAY LUNCH – The Seniors’ Fifth Avenue Activity

Centre’s Birthday Lunch is held at noon for all those celebrating birthdays in January. Take your friends and family. Buy tickets by Wednesday, Jan. 6.

CANASTA – Hand and foot canasta takes place from 6:30

to 10 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For more information, contact Pat Bolen at 250-832-4174.

SATURDAY, JAN. 9 FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society

presents James White at 7:30 at the Salmar Classic, a film about a young New Yorker who struggles to control his reckless behaviour as his mother battles cancer.

CRIB – A monthly crib tournament

takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For information, contact Donna Bernard at 250-833-0123. Sandwiches are available.

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Bernard at 250-833-0123.

FRIDAY, JAN. 15 FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society presents a weeklong

showing of The Spotlight to Jan. 22 at the Salmar Classic Theatre at 7:30 p.m. In 2001, a team of Boston Globe journalists investigate allegations against John Geoghan, an unfrocked priest accused of molesting more than 80 boys.

SATURDAY, JAN. 16 OPERA – Live via satellite from New York’s Metropolitan Opera, enjoy Les Pêcheurs de Perles at 9:55 a.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre.

SUNDAY, JAN. 17 SYMPHONY – Kamloops Symphony presents the Magic of Vienna from 2 to 4 p.m. at the SASCU Rec Centre. Buy tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office at 250-374-

FUNDRAISER – Paramedic Katherine Seal presents an

evening of music at the Java Jive to raise funds to return to Kenya to promote sustainable jobs as a way for people to move from poverty, rather than reliance on NGOs. On Saturday, Jan 23, Seal presents Poverty, Inc., a documentary by Michael Matheson Miller, at 7:30 p.m. with a silent auction at 6:30. Miller spent four years travelling to 20 countries to meet with those who give and those who receive humanitarian foreign aid. What he found is that the system, initiated after the Second World War is broken.

CANASTA – Hand and foot canasta takes place from 6:30

to 10 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For more information, contact Pat Bolen at 250-832-4174.

SATURDAY, JAN. 23 FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society presents Theeb at

7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre. The film is about the Ottoman province of Hijaz during World War I, when a young Bedouin boy experiences a greatly hastened coming of age as he embarks on a perilous desert journey to guide a British officer to his secret destination.

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SUNDAY, JAN. 24 BALLET – From the live stage

performance in Russia to the Salmar Classic’s big screen comes The Taming of the Shrew at 1 p.m. This new production was staged exclusively for the Bolshoi and cannot be seen anywhere else. Tickets are available at Wearabouts or at the door.

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SATURDAY, JAN. 30

BALLET – The Bolshoi Ballet

performs The Lady of the Camellias at 1 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre. A young bourgeois, Armand Duval, falls madly in love with Marguerite Gautier, a gorgeous courtesan celebrated by the Parisian high society. Despite her infidelity, Armand will do all he can to win the beautiful woman’s heart and convince her to leave her indulgent life.

DINE AND DANCE – The Seniors’ Fifth Avenue Activity

Centre hosts a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and a Jammers dance begins at 7 p.m. If you play an instrument, go and play, or enjoy dancing to the music.

THURSDAY, JAN. 14 ULTIMATE JANIS JOPLIN – Toronto born Cat Wells thrills

crowds with her uncanny impersonation of the ’60s blues/rock artist Janis Joplin from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the SASCU Recreation Centre. Tickets are available at Wearabouts, 350 Alexander Ave. NE or online at TCBLegends.com. Reserve a table of 10 or more and receive a 10 per cent discount. For more information, call 250-864-3155.

WEEKLY CRIB – Enjoy a game of crib every Thursday

from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For information, contact Donna

250-803-4546

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5483, or www.kamloopslive.ca, at Wearabouts or at the door.

TUESDAY, JAN. 18 SPIRITUAL HEALING – The Spiritualist Church of Salmon

Arm has Spiritual Healing at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Drop-In Center, 31 Hudson Ave.

THURSDAY, JAN. 21 SNOWBLAZERS – Snowmobile Club monthly meetings are held every third Thursday at the curling rink to discuss chalet, trails, fundraising and preservation of Fly Hills Recreation. Visit www.sasnowblazers.com.

WEEKLY CRIB – Enjoy a game of crib every Thursday

from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, 3056 Hornberger Rd. For information, contact Donna Bernard at 250-833-0123.

FILM FARE – Shuswap Film Society presents Carol at 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic. Therese Belivet spots the beautiful, elegant Carol in a 1950s Manhattan department store. The two women develop a fast bond that becomes a love with complicated consequences.

OPERA – Live from the MET to the large Salmar screen at 9:55 comes Turandot. Nina Stemme, one of opera’s greatest dramatic sopranos, takes on the title role of the proud princess of legendary China. Tickets at the Salmar Grand.

THURSDAY, FEB. 4 WEEKLY CRIB – Enjoy a game of crib every Thursday

from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salmon Valley Senior’s Hall, . For information, call Donna Bernard at 250-833-0123.

FRIDAY, FEB. 5 HAPPY TRAILS – The annual Shuswap Trail Alliance party

and silent auction takes place at the SASCU Rec Centre, featuring DJ Patrick Ryley and live music by the Whiskey Danglers, with food provided by Blue Canoe. All businesses throughout the Shuswap are invited to support the Shuswap Trail Alliance’s programs by contacting Winston Pain at 250-804-6451 or by dropping items off at Lakeside Insurance. Tickets are available at Skookum Cycle.

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Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ^ Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between January 5 and January 11, 2016. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2015 Spark, Sonic, Cruze LS 1SA, Malibu (except LS), Volt, Impala, Camaro, Trax, Equinox LS AWD, Traverse, Colorado 2WD, Silverado 1500 Double Cab 2WD WT / Crew Cab 2WD WT and Silverado HD’s WT 2WD with gas engine. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $40,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $476.19 for 84 months. 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RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. ‡ $1,500 is a combined credit consisting of $500 Owner Cash (tax inclusive) and $1,000 manufacturer to dealer finance cash (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Cruze which is available for finance offers only and cannot be combined with special lease rates and cash purchase. † $3,500/$12,000 is a combined credit consisting of $500/$1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive) and a $3,000/$11,000 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Cruze/Silverado HD Double Cab with gas engine (except WT 2WD), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,000/$11,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 or 2016 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between January 5 and January 11, 2016. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Malibu, Volt, Camaro, Trax; $750 credit available on other Chevrolets (except Colorado 2SA, Silverado Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on Chevrolet all Silverado’s. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. μ The Chevrolet Equinox received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in a tie in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed in February-May 2015. Your experiences may vary. 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