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Ultrasound service back until September at least KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
Ultrasound service in Castlegar has resumed, thanks to some staff shuffling within Interior Health. Routine scans are now available one to three days a week, although the days will not be consistent, Thalia Vesterback, director of diagnostic imaging for Interior
Health said Tuesday. “It is dependent on technologist staffing,� she told the Castlegar News. The priority is to make sure the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital is staffed, Vesterback added, and then an extra person will be able to run tests at the Castlegar and District Community Health Centre.
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She said Interior Health has also managed to recruit a fulltime technologist who will start in July, but that doesn’t mean service hours will increase at that time. “We can’t provide a consistent rotation yet,� Vesterback said. “We’ll be into summer vacation and relief.� The technologist came from another department within Interior
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Council to review pit bull licensing bylaw
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Castlegar city council has struck a committee to review the bylaw that charges an annual fee of $1,000 to license pit bulls and Staffordshire terriers. “There was a lot of chatter on Facebook and in the newspaper,” Coun. Deb McIntosh said at Monday’s council meeting. “The bylaw is ineffective.” Although the bylaw is 10 years old, a recent Castlegar News story about how the $1,000 fee was deterring prospective residents from moving to the city has brought renewed attention to the issue. Since the bylaw came into force, city staff said only one person has paid the licence fee. McIntosh said since the story in the newspaper, she has had several conversations with people in the community who have admitted to having a pit bull or Staffordshire terrier, but just refer to them as a different breed to avoid paying the fee. “No one has registered their pit bull and there are pit bulls in town,” she said. McIntosh believes part of the problem with enforcement is that bylaw officers have trouble identifying the dogs since mixed breeds are also part of the bylaw. “It’s been a while so it makes sense to review it,” Coun. Kirk Duff said. Duff was on city council when the bylaw was passed in 2001. The review will begin soon and a report is to be forwarded to the city’s planning and development and public safety committees.
City councillors will revisit a 10-year-old bylaw which charges Castlegar residents $1,000 a year to license a pit bull or Staffordshire terrier. Robson Fletcher photo
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Hill apologizes for comment, Atamanenko says move on GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
Atamanenko “I stood up and said ‘I guess I’m one of the dark Sith lords’ and told a joke that didn’t go over very well, and I apologize to Anna for making her feel uncomfortable. A co“We all make mismedian I am not.” Hill said his comments that people takes. We don’t should wash themselves with bleach have a lot of time “because of the presence of the unleft in the campaign, washed (me) were meant to be a joke,” and intended to be self-deprecating and and it’s important were not in reference anyone else. for us to debate the He said while he meant no offence, issues as opposed “someone who aspires to represent you in the federal government should not to dwelling on things make that kind of error in judgement. like this.” Although I disagree with the position many in that meeting had taken, I Alex Atamanenko should have been more cautious in my comments.”
Incumbent New Democrat Alex Atamanenko says he accepts Conservative Stephen Hill’s apology for comments at a forum in February and hopes it doesn’t distract too much from the federal election campaign. Atamanenko, who was present that night in Nelson, says he recalls being surprised by the exchange in which Hill referred to “the presence of the unwashed” and suggested people in the room ought to wash with bleach. Hill now says it was a failed attempt at humour. He posted a mea culpa Sunday on a Nelson email list in response to Anna Santos, who called him “rude, crude, mean-spirited” and compared him to a Nazi thug. “I was indeed at the meeting … and did make some inappropriate comments,” Hill wrote. “In hindsight, I should not have attended that meeting. I was not in a very good frame of mind given that I had been invited to participate as a panelist at the forum and then had my invitation revoked. Additionally, I was very tired and not feeling all that well.” “He seemed kind of agitated,” Atamanenko said of the evening. “He wasn’t very respectful of the audience. I was kind of shocked and surprised he would react that way. We looked at each other and said my goodness, what’s going on here?” Hill was initially invited by the Council of Canadians to be a panelist for the session on the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. However, he was kicked off after they learned of his opposition to the agreement. “I guess he got upset over that,” Atamanenko said, adding he supported the decision. “This was an MP forum, working with my colleague Peter Julian. It wasn’t really an all-candidates forum. Had [Hill] been on [the panel], it would have been appropriate to have someone from Alex Atamanenko the Liberals and the Greens.” NDP Hill says the Council of Canadians originally invited him to speak at the forum and he Health care is one of agreed but, shortly thereafter, criticized Atathe biggest issues. The manenko’s “apparent lack of knowledge” about closure of the Castlegar Hospital has placed the trade agreement in a letter to the editor. added stress on the Trail “Within moments, it seems, of my letter Regional Hospital. Stebeing published, my invitation to attend the phen Harper has failed to event was rescinded because the planned fodefend Canada’s Health rum [was] supposedly not a political forum Charter resulting in the and my invite status was changed to audience costly privatization of our member instead,” Hill wrote in a subsequent publicly funded services. letter to the West Kootenay Advertiser. I believe Jack Layton is Hill later said in an interview with the Nelthe only leader that we son Star that Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle can all count on to deliver Mungall, who was also on the panel, referred a strong, properly funded national health-care systo the trade agreement’s supporters as “dark tem for all Canadians. Sith lords” — a Star Wars reference.
said it’s up to the people there that night whether they accept Hill’s apology, but noted: “We all make mistakes. We don’t have a lot of time left in the campaign, and it’s important for us to debate the issues as opposed to dwelling on things like this.” Hill’s comments came to light after a member of the crowd posted a message on a Nelson email list. A Conservative Party spokesman later downplayed the importance of Hill’s comments. “He was at Council of Canadians forum and the crowd wasn’t overly friendly. So he made a lame attempt at humour,” Ryan Sparrow said. “It was a self-deprecating joke, never meant to offend anyone.”
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Jobs! We have lost or 7,000 jobs in the past two years. While the rest of Canada and BC recovers from the recession, we sit down here floundering without leadership. This needs to change! We need to create an economic development strategy for BC Southern Interior. We need to build on the key assets and core competencies of this great region.
The single biggest issue in BC Southern Interior is for people to have affordable housing. People need to have their basic needs met before they can respond to opportunities and challenges. This would be followed by child care options, then commitment to healthy environment through healthy business practices.
To me, the biggest issue in this campaign is jobs. We have the highest rate of unemployment in the province. This needs to be addressed. Most see the environment and economy as things that are at odds. As an environmentalist and businessman, I know this is incorrect. The two can work hand in hand. The Green Party has many solid plans for a prosperous economy.
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Greg Luterbach, assistant superintendent of School District 20 (SD20) will be promoted to superintendent, the district announced today. Luterbach will take over from Supt. Jean Borsa, who announced her retirement earlier this year. Starting with SD20 in 2005, Luterbach has held positions as the director of technology and director of human resources, as well as assistant superintendent. Luterbach said he’s excited to take over the position. “Each and every day I am impressed with the effort and commitment of our learning community to meet the needs of our students,� he said in a statement. “I want to continue to build
strong, positive relationships with our communities, trustees, staff, parents and stakeholders. “As a parent of children that attend school in (SD20), I want the very best for my kids and all children,� Luterbach added. “Improving life chances and opportunities are paramount for building a vibrant community and culture. I am proud to dedicate myself for the betterment of our communities and children.� School board chairman Gordon Smith said Luterbach is well respected in the district and has demonstrated commitment to staff and students. The promotion will be effective Aug. 1.
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“It looks like there will be another leave starting in the fall and we don’t know what’s going to happen after September,� Vesterback said. “After September we will endeavour to provide service but it’s too early to comment on what that
will look like.� Interior Health also announced today that it will be providing echocardiography service at Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson on a monthly basis from April to September, and additional ultrasound coverage is also being finalized to support current services.
City council news in brief SUPPORT FOR AFTERNOON BUS TO NELSON City council has formally endorsed afternoon bus service from Castlegar to Nelson to accommodate Selkirk College students. “If you had a late class there’s no way you could get home,� Mayor Lawrence Chernoff said of the existing bus service. Chernoff said they’re in talks with BC Transit to take a current bus out of the schedule where ridership is low. “We see it as a huge plus,� Chernoff said. “I want to take cars off that corridor and this is the way to do it.�
MAKE YOUR TRASH SOMEONE ELSE’S TREASURE The Regional District of the Central Kootenay is encouraging residents to celebrate the annual Trash to Treasure (T2T) day this Saturday. A zero-waste focused event, residents are provided with the opportunity to give away unwanted (but useful) household items. To participate, residents are to place the items (books, bikes, clothing, toys, furniture, etc.) together at the front of their property with a
T2T sign so people know they’re allowed to take the items. All untaken items should be removed by 4 p.m. “It’s been hugely successful before and I’m sure it will be again this year,� Coun. Kevin Chernoff told city council on Monday night. T2T signs are available on the RDCK’s website at rdck.bc.ca.
HOMEOWNER GRANT TO EASE TAX HIKE’S STING
Although a tax increase looms for the residents of Castlegar, most property tax bills will actually go down thanks to a provincial homeowner grant. At the next city council meeting, council will vote to pass a three per cent increase for residential taxes and a one per cent increase for business, light industry and not for profits. However, the homeowner grant will see the average taxpayer’s rates go down by 10 per cent, said Andre Buss, director of finance at the city. Downtown businesses will also see a reduction of 18 per cent because the downtown revitalization tax no longer exists. /Castlegar News
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Programs spared, class sizes increased JIM BAILEY Trail Daily Times
School District 20’s board faced the difficult task of making further cuts to its budget for 2011 and while they balanced the budget on Monday, it came at considerable cost to teachers, CUPE and district staff. The budget review committee faced the daunting task of reducing a $1.2-million deficit in order to balance the board’s approximately $38-million budget. The committee found $700,000 worth of savings but the school board was left to axe an additional $450,000 to balance the books. Board chair Gordon Smith heard first and second readings before moving the meeting to a committee of the whole. “It’s advantageous for the board to move to committee at this point so we can relax procedural rules,” said Smith. Despite the district’s recommendations to move or eliminate the alternative online learning program at Blueberry community school, cut a Russian language position at Twin Rivers, and teacher librarian positions, most programs remained intact. However, teachers took a hit for the second year in a row when trustees voted to increase class sizes, saving about $100,000, from 23.5 to 24 students. “Pushing the limits on class sizes and composition results in increased stress levels for teachers and a reduction in the amount of individual, face-to-face, support time students can have with them,”
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projects totaling over $3.5 million in funding, was essentially a waste of time, says Davidoff. However, district staff disagree. “Even if we were in a deficit position, and a great idea came up, why wouldn’t we take advantage of it and make room for it,” said district treasurer Kim Morris pointing to the recent success of mathlead teachers in the classroom. In the budget process, CUPE suffered the majority of the cuts. Their salaries represent 19 per cent of the budget but they accounted for almost 39 per cent of cuts including over 100-man hours loss of work. Efforts to further cut hours by instituting a centralized call out for teachers
said Andrew Davidoff, Kootenay-Columbia Teachers Union president. However, with the recent court ruling for the B.C. Teachers Federation that the Liberals acted illegally when stripping class sizes and composition limits from teachers’ contracts in 2002, the move to increase class size may prove premature. “We have to ask what is the implication of the court ruling,” said Davidoff. As part of the budget process another concern for teachers and CUPE workers was that the deficit and projected cuts were not announced until a few weeks ago. The lengthy public consultation process and meeting in February where teachers, staff and parents pitched 80
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You must be a resident of the City of Castlegar. (The program does not apply to commercial businesses or outlying areas). CRIMP compostable (100% biodegradable) yard waste bags are available free of charge from City Hall at 460 Columbia Avenue. Bags must be tied off, if twine is used it must be compostable. It is recommended that you double CRIMP bags to ensure yard waste will be contained. Garbage cans may be used as long as the containers are identified as having yard waste in the container. Containers must have lids. The maximum weight per container is 23kg (50lbs). Tree pruning waste shall be bundled with compostable twine. Individual bundles shall be no longer than 1.0 meter (3 feet) in length with bundles having a maximum diameter of 0.5 meter (1.5 feet). Maximum allowable branch diameter is 50mm (2 in). Gather your yard and garden waste and place at your curbside on the dates above – according to your location in North or South Castlegar.
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A smarter bylaw It was good to hear city councillors agree this week to take a second look at Castlegar’s decade-old dog licensing bylaw. The topic has generated a lot of debate after a recent Castlegar News article brought attention to the $1,000 annual fee the bylaw imposes on owners of pit bulls and Staffordshire terriers. As it turns out, though, only one person has ever actually paid the licensing fee in the 10 years the bylaw has been on the books, and that person said she only paid up after her dog was picked up by an enforcement officer and she was forced to pay it. The next year? No licence renewal. So, in essence, we have a bylaw with zero voluntary compliance and extremely minimal enforcement. Clearly, as Coun. Deb McIntosh put it: “The bylaw is ineffective.” For that reason alone, city council ought to review the regulation, not to mention the fact that it’s discouraging prospective residents from moving to Castlegar. And, just to illustrate the point that it’s not only large-breed dogs with bad reputations that can pose a serious risk to the public, on the same day that councillors made their decision in Castlegar, a Shih-Tzu in Ottawa was making national headlines after it attacked a Home Depot employee and permanently disfigured the woman’s nose with it’s tiny but powerful teeth. The fact of the matter is: a poorly trained dog is a dangerous dog, regardless of breed. That’s not to say that pit bulls — and other large-breed dogs such as rottweilers and huskies — should be treated exactly the same as smaller canines. Due to their size and, in some cases, their breeding, they clearly can do far more damage if they do attack. But the current bylaw unfairly and arbitrarily singles out the owners of two particular types of large-breed dog. Hopefully council will come up with a smarter alternative which more effectively balances the rights of dog owners with the responsibility to keep the public safe. We want to hear from you.
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Eighty-four years ago today It was 1927 — over eight decades ago. That was the year Charles Lindbergh flew The Spirit of St. Louis across the Atlantic non-stop direct from New York City to Paris. His was the first solo trans-Atlantic flight. In Canada, 78 children were killed in a fire at the Laurier Palace in Montreal from asphyxiation or from the stampede of frantic patrons fleeing their way to safety. In the United States, 1927 was the year of the Great Mississippi Flood which affected 700,000 people and was then coined as the greatest national disaster in U.S. history. Canada’s Prime Minister was William Lyon Mackenzie King. The cost of living was fairly inexpensive, but when many were without work, even a nickel could seem like a king’s ransom. A hand-cranked washing machine cost $15.95. Electric washing machines sold for a hefty $79. There were few who could afford them. The Kodak Brownie camera was a mere $2.29 and the pop up toaster was just invented. This was a time when families gathered around the radio to listen to the Grand Ole Opry or Rambling with Gambling. That radio was $74.95, or about $1,000 in today’s economy. Theresa Hodge Office Manager
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The first trans-Atlantic telephone call was made from New York City to London and Ford began selling his Ford Model A starting at $460. Pope Benedict XVI was born on April 16. Gina Lollobrigida was born July 4. Although it wasn’t a major event which shook the world, my mother, Rose Marie Stewart was born April 21, 1927. Mom was born to a poor Swedish family in a tuberculosis sanatorium near Fort Frances, Ont. Her mother had contracted the then-deadly disease and was admitted to the sanatorium to finish out her pregnancy and eventually her life. It never happened quite that way. Mom was born in the sanatorium, but grandma Amanda, to everyone’s surprise did the impossible and survived the tuberculosis. Mom, however, was a sickly, premature newborn who needed a lot of attention. As often happens in some ethnic communities, Signe, a Swedish friend of the family offered to care for mom while grandma recuperated. Mom was kept warm in a blanketed shoe box by the wood stove and fed warm milk dripped from Signe’s fingers. They bonded. Mom grew stronger by the day. When it was time for grandma to
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come home from the sanatorium, it was decided mom would stay with the childless Signe and her husband John. In the blink of an eye mom went from being Rose Marie Stewart to Rose Marie Englund. Eventually, the Englunds moved from Fort Frances to Trail and then to Castlegar seeking better employment opportunities, and I suspect a fresh start away from her birth family. By all accounts mom was adored by her adoptive family, which eventually, and to the great surprise of my adoptive grandparents, included fraternal twin boys. I think my mother was 10 when they were born. Toward the end of her days mom frequently and fondly reminisced about growing up in Castlegar. She loved it here, which is why I moved here in 1977. She had faith in the city, its leaders and residents. She worked at West’s and Eremenko’s and is well-remembered by many of Castlegar’s elders. She grew into a strong, beautiful and capable woman and often credited her neighbours and the community for her accomplishments. Yes, mom was a product of all good things that happened in 1927. I would like to think that one day someone will say the same thing about me and 1952. Happy birthday mom. You are missed.
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Conservative majority worth a try for at least one full term After returning home from the Chamber of Commerce four-party debate last Tuesday night in Castlegar we felt called to put pen to paper. The way we see it, it was a good debate. Thank-you to our chamber. All spoke well and earnestly on their individual points of view. I was impressed by the organization, energy and preparedness of Stephen Hill, with his hard work on his five plans and him being a major player in getting the Midway mills running again. Well done, Stephen! Alex did well for all of us on the passport issue, but he is very limited in what he can do by not being in the party in office. The only way I see to break this terrible impasse of repeated elections and wasting millions of dollars is to get enough Conservative candidates into office and let them demonstrate how they can really care for Canada well and move ahead. They have already demonstrated their ability to do so in this difficult minority situation. We have seen and are now enjoying the many good things done during the last term and they will do better when in majority with cooperation of the other parties even though they kept up their negative partisan attacks all through the house sittings instead of seeking to create and present good legislation to be cooperatively negotiated. The finance minister has presented solid, good budgets to which our industry responded with increased jobs. The world recognized the stable, wise leadership, even in minority, to bring our dollar well above par with the U.S.A. This helps to lower prices for our
people. We have kept our head up in world recognition and in our helping NATO and peace keeping. The world has recognized the good government in place in Canada! Our prime minister, Stephen Harper, is scrupulously honest and keeps his word, if at all possible, in the minority situation. For instance he promised to end the long-gun registration and tried, but was blocked by the parties fighting him rather than trying to negotiate the best for our people. He kept his word even at the expense of losing his seat on the UN Security Council. Integrity was more important to our prime minister than recognition and power for power’s sake (which I fear is a goal of the untried, worrisome Liberal leader). Our prime minister is a serious man but carries himself and looks like a prime minister should to bring respect to our nation. He is able to remain calm in trying situations and the verbal attacks of the other parties and media. We need to do all we can to give Stephen Harper and our Conservative Party an opportunity to really show how well they can govern our nation in a full majority mandate and get away from these costly repeated elections. We need to have our own person in our majority party. Voting for Stephen Hill for this term and allowing our Alex to retire knowing he has done the best he could seems to me to be our only and best option. Let us try the Conservatives for one full term!
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Harper’s attempt to threaten his way to a majority reveals his true nature During the English-language leaders debate Mr. Harper stated that we will likely have another election soon, if he is not given a majority government. This can be perceived as a threat from him to the Canadian public. It also illustrates his unwillingness to negotiate with other parties. If Mr. Harper is elected with a majority government it is highly unlikely that it will be by a majority of the popular vote. (Conservative popular vote was just 38 per cent in the 2008 election).
If a majority government is formed with a minority of the votes no one will gain. The will of a minority imposed upon the majority will only destabilize an already bad situation. Canada is a country with a great diversity of views and opinions. Our diversity is our strength and through reasoned discussion and debate we can arrive at a direction for Canada that respects all Canadians. Dave Carter Castlegar
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April APRIL: APPLICATIONS, FOR THE HOUSE BEING BUILT IN CASTLEGAR, BY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ARE AVAILABLE. They must be sub-
mitted by May 6. Applications are open to low income families, with sub-standard housing, who wish to own their own home. Applications may be picked up from the Castlegar Community society, 1007 2nd. St., local thrift shops or schools. For more information call 304-2790. APRIL: SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES AT THE COMPLEX. Mon: 10 a.m. darts, 1
p.m. whist. Tues: 9:30 a.m. floor curling & carpet bowling, 1 p.m. crafts, 7 p.m. pool. Wed: 7 p.m. rummoli, 1st Wed. only: 1 p.m. bingo. 20th Raspberry Reunion & coffee. Thurs: 9:30 a.m. floor curling, 1 p.m. bingo (not first Thurs.). First Thursday 2 p.m. general meeting. Fri: 1 p.m. crib & bridge. Sat. the 16th: Sr. Soup Days 11:30-1 p.m. APRIL: 2011 WEST KOOTENAY CAMERA CLUB - 21ST ANNUAL PHOTO SHOW COMPETITION. Entry Dead-
line: April 29. Choose your best image; Categories: Nature – Human Interest – Photojournalism – Creative Images – Flowers – Open category – Portraits – Architecture & Old. Open to all ages. Competition rules & regulations, entry forms available at www.westkootenycameraclub.com or contact Eileen at suzi3q@telus.net. APRIL 21: DJS TOM NEMESIS AND BASS SKIDZ. From melodic
to raw & dirty, Nemesis is renowned for his emotion & energy charged brand of house music with sets that unwind like a high octane rollercoaster through the sounds of grinding electro house, indie electro,
breaks, and progressive. Synthesis is a true crowd pleaser and has earned his way in the underground music community. Cover $5 at Element. APRIL 22 - 24: HOLY WEEK SERVICES AT CASTLEGAR UNITED CHURCH (NEXT TO KINNAIRD CLINIC). Good
Friday April 22 10 a.m. Service, Easter Sunday April 24 – 7 a.m. Sunrise Service at the church. Followed by coffee and hot cross buns. 10 a.m. Our Easter Service. All welcome to attend all or some of the services. APRIL 22 & 23: SWEET TEQUILA.
Straight from cowboy and cattle country Alberta... Live at Element all Easter weekend. Come and check out one of Canada’s sickest country and rock party cover bands. Sweet Tequila playing one of the most diverse cover band playlists. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover at the door starting at $7. Reserve a table for dinner and make a night out of it! Call 365-8066 to reserve. APRIL 26: ABRACA DAZZLE! STARRING JOHN KAPLAN. 90 minutes
of fun and laughter PLUS some all-new magic innovations and never-before-seen illusions! A show that parents can enjoy with their children and grandparents - everybody has a terrific time as they share some truly magical moments. Presented by KE Grade 6/7 classes. Doors open at 5 p.m. at the Castlegar Complex for food and refreshments, show time is 6:30. Tickets available at the Complex or at Movie Company (by Safeway). Individual: $11, Family of four: $40. APRIL 30: 6TH ANNUAL SPRING FLING 2011. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
downtown at Kinsmen Park. Join the citizens of Castlegar as they celebrate spring. Events include a 3-on-3 hockey challenge, Show and Shine Car Show, vendors in the park, 2 stages showcasing local talent as well as activities for children. A day of fun for the whole family. For more information or to volunteer to assist with the event,
Tell us about your upcoming event, email: newsroom@castlegarnews.com
May call Peter 250-365-5655. MAY 1: COME OUT TO CASTLEGAR’S FIRST MAY DAY CELEBRATION INCLUDING A MAYPOLE AT SPIRIT SQUARE IN FRONT OF CITY HALL. 7
a.m. - 8 a.m., presented by Twin Rivers Community Chorale Society. Followed by breakfast at the Legion for a donation of $5.50 per person. Questions? Call artistic director Sarah Currie at 250-304-2529. MAY 6: SPRING HOWL PRESENTED BY THE TWIN RIVERS CHORALE SOCIETY. Castlegar, come welcome
the spring with your community choir! 7 p.m. at New Life Assembly. Works by Lavallé, Jacob, Farmer, Morley, Vivaldi, Reed, Wilson, Anonymous Czech, Anonymous Monk, Anonymous Englishperson, Anonymous Français and The world premiere of… “Castlegar, Our Town.” (Words by Jan DeBruyn, Music by Sarah Currie.) Admission is free. Please show your support with applause and/or donation. MAY 7: THE CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB’S ANNUAL PLANT SALE. From
9 a.m. to noon. The Castlegar Station Museum at 400 13th Ave. is the perfect spot to plan a morning sojourn for a change of pace. Unearth untold treasures from the personal collections of Castlegar Garden Club members. This annual harbinger of spring is your chance to share unique, exciting, and sometimes challenging plants... all affordably priced. For a mirror to a wider world of horticultural treasurers, start your 2011 garden with scintillating new specimens to savour over the summer. Information: Pam Johnston at 250-399.0077 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca MAY 14: CASTLEGAR GARDEN & NATURE FEST. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at
Twin Rivers Park/Millennium Walkway. Situated on the beautiful Columbia River: a festival rich in treasures: perennials, vegetable plants, shrubs, trees, mosaics, metal art, herbs and
tinctures, organic growing…! Enhance your knowledge of gardens, nature & farming - in addition, local musicians will entertain and great food will make for an edible landscape! Free admission. Phone: 250399-4439 or email castlegargar-
Ongoing denfest@shaw.ca. ONGOING: THE TRAIL MAPLE LEAF BAND IS LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED BRASS, WOODWIND AND PERCUSSION PLAYERS. If you are inter-
ested in joining us please call: 365-6405 Castlegar or 364-2803 Trail for more information. ONGOING: CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB MEETS THE FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH. 7 p.m. at the
Castlegar Community Complex, Columbia Room. New members are always welcome. Share your love of gardening with other garden enthusiasts and expand your gardening horizons. Information: Dorothy: 304-2885 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca. ONGOING: CUDDLE, CONNECT AND COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR 0-12 MONTH OLD AT THE PARENT CHILD MOTHER GOOSE PROGRAM. Join
us at the Castlegar & District Public Library on Wednesdays at 10-11 a.m. starting April 6 until June 1. To register call 365-6611. In partnership with Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and Castlegar & District Public Library. ONGOING: CALL FOR VENDORS AND NON/PROFIT GROUPS: GARDEN AND NATURE FEST. Castlegar Garden
and Nature Fest is looking for vendors and nonprofit groups to participate in this year’s 2nd annual fest. Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Please note: this is the weekend AFTER the Nelson Garden Fest,.) 10 x 10 space is $30 for vendors, free for non-profits. Contact: castlegargardenfest@shaw.ca or 3994439. ONGOING: LOVE 2 LEARN. Come
and enjoy this free program with healthy snacks, circle, art, games
and activities for preschoolers and parents/caregivers. On Fridays from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. starting on April 1 until May 13 at Castlegar Primary School. For more information call Alana at 304-6862, or to register call 365-5744.
ONGOING: COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM. Trained
volunteers will give a free service to help people on low income to prepare their income tax and benefit return at Castlegar and District Community Services Centre, 1007 2nd St. Call 250365-2104 to inquire if you are eligible for an appointment. Program runs from March to April on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30a.m. to noon & 1-3:30 p.m.
ONGOING: THE TWIN RIVERS CHORALE SOCIETY rehearses 7:00
p.m. every Thursday night at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Castlegar (two blocks towards the river from the downtown post office on 4th Street). If you enjoy singing in an adult S-AT-B community choir, please come on out and join us!
ONGOING: ADULT BASIC EDUCATION.
With free childminding at Kootenay Family Place, Monday and Wednesday, 1 - 3 p.m.
ONGOING: THE MULTICULTURAL CONVERSATION CLUB. Come and meet
others who have immigrated to Canada, Mondays, 9:30 - 11 a.m. at Kootenay Family Place.
ONGOING: BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS.
Pre and postnatal program 10:30 - 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, includes lunch, supplements, resources, workshops at Kootenay Family Place.
ONGOING: ALL ABOUT BREASTFEEDING - SUPPORT GROUP FOR BREASTFEEDING MOMS. 1:30 -3
p.m. at Kootenay Family Place on Tuesdays.
ONGOING: FAMILY ENRICHMENT (CAPC). Parent Education , Re-
sources & Sharing, Wednesdays, 9:30-noon at Kootenay Family Place.
ONGOING: FAMILY DROP-IN. 10 a.m.
- noon on Thursdays at Kootenay Family Place. All families welcome. Snack, circle time and fun.
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Letters to the Editor
Vast majority of sled dog kennels responsibly run By now most people in B.C. and around the world have heard about the tragic destruction of 100 dogs slaughtered in Whistler. Without question animal rights groups jumped to the forefront of the media to cast a dark cloud over all who own kennels and operate dog sled tours. It also hit the northern regions of Canada and Alaska where mushers own kennels and train their dogs for many dogsled races and races around the world. The public outrage was evident and the B.C. Government immediately struck a task force, led by a Liberal MLA Terry Lake, and included representation from the BCSPCA and the UBCM. Mr. Lake’s credentials include a background as a veterinarian. The report of the Task Force was recently released with recommendations to the government. In my experience, it is a rare moment when a government implements all recommendations from a task force. I am not an expert on the world of kennels, dog sledding or even a member of an SPCA. In fact, I don’t even currently own a dog nor do I have a ‘dog in this race.’ My interest in the sport derived long ago through my dad who had an interest in the Iditarod. With the advent of resource pages such as Facebook, live streaming, and websites, it has become easier to follow this sport which I liked from childhood. My passion was further heightened when my son worked for the 2007 Canada Winter Games, in Whitehorse and told me of the Yukon — run 1,000 miles between Whitehorse, Yukon and Fairbanks, Alaska. He had the privilege of dog sledding with the MukTuk kennels, owned by Frank Turner, a world renowned, respected musher and kennel owner and spoke highly of having witnessed the care he gives his dogs. Coincidently, I too came to live and work in the Yukon for nearly three
years, which I now call ‘my second home.’ Having seen the YQ2008 and 2009 races in person, my voracious appetite to learn about the world of dog sledding and mushers has led me to learn, become educated on all aspects of this sport and those involved. This year, it came to my attention that within the West Kootenay itself, there is a kennel owner — Al Magaw from Salmo. Al operates the Spirit of the North Kennels (www. spiritofthenorthkennels.com). I must admit I had not heard of his kennels, but I was interested to learn. Mr. Magaw, to my knowledge, is the only experienced musher and sled dog owner in the region.
“I have ... witnessed many acquaintances jump the gun and without educating themselves on the issue make wrongful assumptions.” Ev Voykin From countless sources, I have been told Al has a good reputation in his more than 30 years experience. He also runs sled dog tours from his operation. (A tour I plan to book this next winter.) I have come to know Al via facebook, and it’s easy to see by his fan base around the world that he is committed. Al Magaw is the reason I am writing this letter. He is a member of the newly created Professional Mushers Association of BC who have a clause in their mandate saying “a vet inspection and/ or a peer inspection will be done annually or bi-annually.” He did not sit around and just wait for the task force to complete their findings and recommendations. Mr. Magaw already felt he was doing a pretty good job
with his, but he decided to set an example for all kennel owners. He contacted a local veterinarian and voluntarily arranged for an inspection of his kennel. Shortly before the task force released its report, the voluntary inspection of his kennel was completed. Some of the vet’s comments were: “...these dogs live a wonderful life; …what beautiful dogs… I’m impressed with how healthy and active your 10 to 13 year old dogs are…” Upon completion of the inspection, Al Magaw received 100-per-cent marks for the operation of his kennel and the vet thanked him for the experience of her day there. When Al announced this in a mushing group I belong to, every member there could feel his humble joy. People around the world in our group were impressed with his actions and have shared this with their local kennel owners. Further, Al has explained that in his lifetime of running a kennel and raising sled dogs, 99.9 per cent of all sled dog kennels would score the same as he, yet sadly, animal rights groups dominate the media and cast a false dark shadow over the whole issue. I agree with Al, as I have also witnessed many acquaintances jump the gun and without educating themselves on the issue make wrongful assumptions. I took a ‘leap of faith’ and set out to see if what happened in Whistler was the norm — I chanced to come across an amazing kennel owner right in my ‘backyard’ of the West Kootenay in whom I personally have no vested interest but adamantly feel should be commended and his effort be brought to the attention of those following the issue mentioned above. We in this region should be proud that Al Magaw and Spirit of the North Kennel loves his dogs and truly cares to be a ‘difference maker.’ Ev Voykin Castlegar
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Political engagement is Natural friendliness a preferable to ‘shunning’ great asset for our city
I’d like to respond to Steve Clement’s letter explaining why he’s decided not to vote (‘Political apathy is just a symptom of a deeper problem with our democracy,’ April 7.) Mr. Clement seems like an educated gentleman, but I wonder if he understands that he is lucky enough to live in a riding where one of those “sincere individuals from the community has stepped up to the political plate...” and continues to work hard every day to defend and expand the rights and freedoms of people like him. Even the opposing parties respect and admire our MP for his work ethic and integrity. He keeps us updated regularly with reports of how the NDP are fighting bills proposed by the Harper government such as a bill that would make selling herbal supplements at your local health food store illegal, and a bill that would make the possession of even one marijuana plant a serious criminal offence with mandatory jail time. No, we don’t live in an ideal world where we can vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on every proposal and yes, our system of representation is seriously flawed. If we had a better system, such as the single transferable vote sytem that was defeated in
a previous ballot, we wouldn’t have to worry about voting strategically, or that a party with fewer votes can get many more seats, or that we can have a ‘majority government’ elected by a third of the voters. But guess what? The NDP and Alex Atamanenko would also like to change the voting system and supported citizen’s efforts to get the STV choice put on that ballot. It’s too bad that more people who want a better system didn’t come out to vote. I would recommend that if Mr. Clement believes he is living in a totalitarian state where he has no voice and no choices, he should no longer delay “rioting in the streets like in Egypt.” The Harper government was recently caught lying about how much they spent on dozens of stealth fighter planes. Surely it would be wiser to stand up to a dictatorship before they have the chance to further bolster their military! If Mr. Clement and others think that their decision to “publicly shun” the electoral process presents any kind of meaningful message to anyone, they are only fooling themselves. Erica Scott Castlegar
When my wife gets me to a mall, I start to sweat after 15 to 16 minutes. I’m not a shopper, (do they have the heat cranked in those places?) but I do have to go into town often in Castlegar for stuff and I’ve noticed a pattern over the years of friendliness from all involved. In case you haven’t noticed, people are always holding the door open for one another. I know, it sounds moot, but take a look next time you walk in a store. I’ve always believed chivalry never died, and it hasn’t! It’s the little things that stand out to me sometimes, and I’m glad when I see them. Once in the store I find the heat to be at a reasonable temperature and the staff friendly and down to earth. I think that of all the places I go, the people in the stores of Castlegar are the nicest people. What a good thing! City council I recall spent lots of money on a brand. Sorry, I can’t remember what they picked but if you’d like to change it to something about opening doors, go ahead, no fee, my pleasure. I have to mention an example of this feeling about a merchant of many
years whom I think has led the way. That would be Frank at the (former) Downtown Shell. He’s got a couch in the entrance and you can sit and chat, and it’s never too hot. And if you sat on that couch for a bit, you’d eventually get to meet many staff, and they are all polite, good people. Getting your car fixed doesn’t have to be hell. That’s just one example of so many merchants I deal with. City council needs to look at how wonderful a place Castlegar is, and feel what people are all about. I think they’re doing a good job. Look at all the development. Tear down the motel, go buy the Marlane Hotel block buildings and tear them down and sit and wait for someone to build offices on those properties. You’ll get your investment back tenfold. It’ll happen, and when it does the downtown will be revitalized. Make sure that all those that come here during this revitalization period know about opening doors.
Bob White Castlegar
Nomination Form
Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce - Business Excellence Awards Business Person of the Year A business owner or manager that demonstrates integrity, professionalism and outstanding service. Nominee: ____________________________________ Business of the Year A business that demonstrates excellence in quality of service, community involvement, leadership, image and innovation. Nominee: ____________________________________ Retail Service Excellence Award A business that provides exceptional customer service and continually demonstrates enjoyment and product knowledge in their work environment and customer service. Nominee: ____________________________________ Food & Beverage Excellence Award An individual or business that shows dedication to professionalism and demonstrates commitment to consistently providing excellent service in the food and beverage industry. Nominee: ____________________________________ Green Award The nominee business must: display environmental responsiveness through personal leadership and effort; demonstrate innovation in stewardship of the environment; display commitment to exemplary environmental responsiveness, beyond governmental requirements; encourage others to be environmentally responsible. Nominee: ____________________________________ Tourism/Hospitality Award A business or business person within the tourism/hospitality industry who has demonstrates excellence in marketing the Castlegar area as a tourism destination. Nominee: ____________________________________ Professional Business Award A business or business person in the financial, medical or professional field that demonstrates integrity, professionalism and outstanding community service. Nominee: ____________________________________ Name _____________________________________ Address ____________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________ Please complete and return to the Chamber office.
All residents of Castlegar and areas I &J are encouraged to nominate the Best in Business Person(s) that have demonstrated excellence in Business/ Service and Professionalism. Please review the Chamber Membership list and nominate only one per category. Please return directly to the Castlegar Chamber office before April 30, 2011 deadline. Awards will be presented at the Chamber Business Awards Gala on June 11th 2011.
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Litter and dog droppings are a big disappointment to my kids Every few weeks, my family does a tour of our neighbourhood to clean up the garbage that people toss out their car windows or cast aside while walking to their destination. Yesterday was one such cleaning day. For an hour, we collected a black bag full of other people’s garbage. We found 22 empty cigarette packs in front of one residence alone. Sadly, while out walking our dogs today, we discovered that people had already begun to litter again. Not even 24 hours had gone by. Coffee cups, cigarette packs, etc., and — even worse — we found beer cans, from which I can only conclude that people may be drinking and driving while contributing to the defacement of the place we all call home. My children do not understand why people treat their neighbourhood like a dump. And my explanation falls short because, quite frankly, I don’t understand either. And I haven’t even begun to describe the
dog feces on the road. Every few minutes,I have to tell my children to watch where they step. And every couple of weeks, I’m scrubbing someone’s shoes because we didn’t see the filth in time. So, I’d like to request an explanation from someone who chooses to litter or leaves their dog’s mess on the street. Just write in to this paper and tell my kids why this behaviour is acceptable. Maybe make my job as a parent a little easier for one day, because finding the garbage back on the road just one day after they cleaned is very disheartening to my kids. While we wait for your letter, we will continue to try to keep the world a little cleaner. It would be nice if you would try as well. Last time I checked, you live here too. Dawn Graham Castlegar
HELP needs your help “No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another.” —author unknown Those who experience a sudden illness or accident are often left stunned by how quickly their lives have changed. A car accident, a sudden slip in the snow, or a heart attack can leave a person helpless in a home built for the able-bodied. For the elderly, after hip or knee surgery, a broken bone, or the onset of debilitating disease, everyday tasks can become unmanageable. The Canadian Red Cross, Health Equipment Loan Program or HELP provides free, short-term loans of essential medical equipment including safety and mobility aids such as wheelchairs, bath seats, commodes, walkers, footed canes, and bed rails that allow people to safely recover at home and to participate in community life. Clients are referred by health care practitioners who pre-
scribe the appropriate equipment to support client care at home. People in the community can only access this service if there is a volunteer available to help them. The Castlegar office is in danger of reducing the number of days it can be open if they cannot find a few more volunteers. When you are caring for someone who has experienced a sudden change in their health any delay in getting support can feel like an eternity. Three hours a week can make a world of difference to someone in your community. Please contact the Castlegar Canadian Red Cross office at 250-365-3911 ext. 100 or Liza Soukoroff at ext. 102 for more information on how to become a volunteer.
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Location: Castlegar Community Complex - 7pm Weekly April 6 Gardening with Water Conservation in Mind. Presenter: Georama Growers - Case Grympa. Cost $5.00 April 13 Water Features for your Gardens. Presenter: Well known water expert - Suzanne Noad. Cost $5.00 April 20 Hanging Basket Mania - Take home your creation for sun or shade. Bring Gardening Gloves. Presenter: Family Tree Gardening. Class limit 25. Cost: $25.00 April 27 The world of Hypertufa Planters and Alpine. Plants. Presenter: Sharyn Higham. Cost $5.00
April 25th is Parental Alienation Awareness Day Are you a parent who is being made the enemy of your children? This is PARENTAL ALIENATION! The BC Ministry of Attorney General is currently revising the Family Relations Act (FRA) and is passing new legislation very soon. We are concerned that this Ministry is under estimating the importance of specifically addressing Parental Alienation in the new FRA. Parental Alienation must be identified as a specific factor in divorce, along with specific remedies, in the new FRA. It also needs to be defined as a form of domestic violence and child abuse, which experts say it is. Parental Alienation frequently happens during a divorce or separation. It occurs when one parent actively works to align a child by unjustified or exaggerated denigration of the other parent, also making it difficult for those grandparents to stay connected to their grandchildren. For information on Parental Alienation visit www.nanaimomen.com or www.marsbc.com or http://www.paawareness.org We are asking concerned parents, family members, judges, lawyers, counsellors, psychologists, and other professionals to contact the Attorney General of BC and your local MLA immediately. Let them know you want Parental Alienation recognized with specific remedies in the new FRA legislation.
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A heartfelt thank-you to Castlegar On behalf of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon’s Kelowna-area office, I would like to offer heartfelt thanks to the people of Castlegar for their continuing support of the Foundation during Heart Month. In February, volunteers in Castlegar put their hearts into it and raised more than $4,800 for vital heart and stroke research. Heart disease and stroke are cutting the lives of Canadians short. Your donations during Heart Month support research, health promotion and advocacy to help Canadians live longer, healthier lives. This year alone, your donations have allowed us to: fund $5 million in world-class research in B.C.; launch the ‘My Heart and
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Public health officials hope to improve Kootenaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; woeful vaccination rate with week-long campaign
KIM MAGI
Castlegar News Reporter
Getting the facts out about immunization is the purpose of National Immunization Awareness Week, which begins this Saturday. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme, â&#x20AC;&#x153;immunization protects everyoneâ&#x20AC;? is intended to drive home the fact that when you get immunized, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also protecting those around you from disease in addition to protecting yourself, said Dr. Rob Parker, medical health officer with Interior Health. Vaccines are not just for children, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re safe and effective and they save lives, said Denise Talarico, a public health nurse with Interior Health. And in fact, she said, people in the Kootenays immunize the most infrequently in B.C. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some people are not
immunizing according to schedule,â&#x20AC;? she said, or theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not immunizing at all. An example of the consequences is 40 cases of whooping cough last year, she noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It can have serious consequences for infants,â&#x20AC;? Talarico said. When immunization rates fall in a community, the community becomes more vulnerable, she added. For example, there were nine cases of measles in Revelstoke last year because of a lapse in immunizations, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve become less focused on disease and more focused on side effects â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which are minimal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; of vaccines.â&#x20AC;? In the fall of 2008, Gardasil (the human papillomavirus vaccine) began being administered in schools for girls in Grade 6 and 9. The Grade 9 pro-
gram was to â&#x20AC;&#x153;catch-upâ&#x20AC;? on girls that had missed it in Grade 6 and will be discontinued this June, but one-third of girls eligible for the vaccine havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had it, Talarico said. Girls born in 1994 or after can have it for free, and as of February of last year boys and men can get it as well, as it has been proven to prevent genital and anal warts. It is now used in over 120 countries around the world, Talarico said. She added that women up to 26 years of age can get the vaccine, and even if they have been explosed to the virus there may be a strain they can protect themselves from. In order for vaccines to be most effective, infants and toddlers should be immunized at age two, four, six, and at 12 and 18 months. School-aged children should receive vaccinations in kindergarden
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Denise Talarico, public health nurse with Interior Health, stands with various posters designed by children across the country under the theme of â&#x20AC;&#x153;immunization protects everyoneâ&#x20AC;? in light of immunization awareness week, set for April 23 to 30.
and in Grades 6 and 9. Talarico said as long as people keep up to date with their vaccinations, the chances of a disease grow-
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Library aims to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;wowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; kids
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When the Castlegar and District Public Library had its makeover 10 years ago, the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section was slated for a future remodeling. Now the time has come. Starting this summer, the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section, located to the left of the main entrance to the library, is getting a complete overhaul â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including a new design, new furniture, new shelving and paint. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we really want is a wow factor for the children,â&#x20AC;? library director Sandra Smith said. So, the library is asking the children for feedback on what they want to see in their section. Smith is looking for ideas on the overall theme of the section â&#x20AC;&#x201D; whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s castles, dinosaurs or anything else a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imagination might
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Sandra Smith, library director and Mercedes Walchuk, Katimavik participant, show the new design plans for the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section of the library and the entry box for kids to enter their ideas on the new theme of the section.
think of. The contest is open until April 29 and ideas can be written and deposited at the library. While the children are there, they can also enter a draw to win a book. Smith said the biggest challenge in the redesign has been figuring out where to put all the books. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a large childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection
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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hopeful to close this section for the first two weeks in July,â&#x20AC;? she said. The books in the section will be moved to the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basement so the kids that take part in the summer reading program can still access and take out books. For more information, call the library at 365-6611.
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The official opening of a “FrontCounter BC” office in Castlegar was welcomed Thursday as an opportunity to turn the city into a regional hub for people looking to make use of Crown land. “This fills a void between Cranbrook and Kamloops,” said Garth Wiggill , a district manager with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. FrontCounter BC offices are billed as a “one-stop shop” for business and individuals looking for permits, authorizations or information related to a wide variety of activities that take place on Crown land. Wiggill said that can include everything from commercial activities like logging and road construction to recreational activities like fishing and snowmobiling. Newly appointed Forests Minister Steve Thomson was on hand for the opening at the ministry’s Castlegar office on Thursday afternoon. “I know the FrontCounter service that we’ve had in other communities has been very, very successful,” Thomson told a small gathering of ministry staff and local media. “We’re very pleased to be over here in
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From left to right: Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson, Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff and ministry district manager Garth Wiggill at the official opening of the FrontCounterBC office in Castlegar on Thursday last week. The new government office is expected serve a wide range of clients, including everyone from logging industry professionals looking for commercial authorizations to recreational snowmobilers looking for information on where to ride.
Castlegar.” The advantage of the service, Thomson added, is that it helps guide private citizens and businesses through the often arcane processes that come with government regulation of natural resources, which can often span multiple ministries and jurisdictions. “It allows the decisions and authorizations to be provided through a one-stop process, locally,” he said. Wiggill said FrontCounter BC staff will do all the background work related to a particular request and provide a single point
“We lost jobs out of here, so hopefully this will give us a couple more jobs back here. I’d like to fill this office up completely with other forestry people, if that’s possible.” Mayor Lawrence Chernoff
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“There’s an opportunity for other ministries to put people here, because it’s centrally located,” he said. Thursday’s opening makes Castlegar’s office the ninth FrontCounter BC location in the province. The others are located in Cranbrook, Kamloops, Fort St. John, Nanaimo, Prince George, Smithers, Surrey and Williams Lake. The Castlegar office is located at 845 Columbia Ave. and its hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closing for one hour at noon each day.
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The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;awayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;throwawayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is a misnomer KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
After spending most of the school year learning how to reduce waste and consumption, Mrs. Evdokimoff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grade 6 class at Twin Rivers Elementary received the opportunity to see where their garbage and recycling ends up during a field trip last week. The students visited both the Brilliant Recycling Centre and Ootischenia Landfill to see firsthand what happens to their garbage or recycling after itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taken away on the truck. At the Brilliant Recycling Centre, operated by Waste Management, recycling from Blueberry to Kaslo to Edgewood is brought to the plant for processing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Castlegar is further along than any other community in the West Kootenay,â&#x20AC;? Paul Steenvoorden, Kootenays route manager for Waste Management said. The reason for this is because residents in Castlegar are able to recycle plastic shopping bags â&#x20AC;&#x201D; no other community accepts them yet. At the recycling centre, 5,400 metric tonnes were processed last year. Eighty
per cent of all the material recycled was fiber or wood pulp, which is equivalent to roughly 25,800 trees. In total, the recycling saved one tree for every man, woman and child in Castlegar, Trail and Nelson, Steenvoorden said. From the recycling centre, most of the material is sent to the Lower Mainland for Mrs. Evdokimoffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grade 6 class shows how great of a time they had further pro- while at the Brilliant Recycling Centre. cessing. Glass, however, stays that garbage shows students were a great opportunity for local because of how expen- that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually no â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;awayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the students. sive it is to truck it away. The in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;throwawayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; everything â&#x20AC;&#x153;This trip really puts glass is crushed and used as goes back into natural sys- things in perspective for a base for roads within the tems,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These kids them,â&#x20AC;? Thomson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They Ootischenia Landfill. have worked hard to reduce see and smell the local waste The field trips were part waste throughout the year; process, and in turn this exof Wildsightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beyond Recy- this trip shows them why posure impacts their every cling program â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a program their work is important. day decisions on what they that the students have taken Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like seeing actually throw â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;awayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and part in since October. a mountain of garbage that what they can recycle. This Monica Nissen, Wild- makes the school bus look is a very positive experience sightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education program like a toy to drive the mes- for them.â&#x20AC;? manager said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important sage home.â&#x20AC;? The class was busy again for the students to see where Jessica Thomson, the Be- this week participating in actheir waste goes. yond Recycling educator at tivities for Earth Day, which â&#x20AC;&#x153;The impact of seeing all Twin Rivers, said the trips is this Friday.
An â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Alohaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to volunteers Castle Wood Village saluted its many volunteers on Thursday with a Hawaiian-themed celebration. The music, dancing, drinks and food were part of national Volunteer Appreciation Week and the colourful shirts and leis, well, they were just for fun, said community manager Linda Frew. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I bet you we have 100 volunteers,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a party for them.â&#x20AC;? Those volunteers do everything from calling bingo numbers to helping with the gardening to providing musical entertainment for the residents, Frew added. Robson Fletcher photo
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Keeping people safe all over the West Kootenay KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
Whether you’re in a school, in a restauraunt, at a ski hill, at city hall or in your own kitchen, chances are West Kootenay Fire Safety is making sure you stay protected. The Castlegar-based company looks after most of the extinguishers and other fire protection systems in the West Kootenay, including municipalities, school districts, commercial boats and government facilities. Oh yeah, and at the fire halls too. “We service most fire departments,” Niel Doerksen, one of the company’s owners said. He, along with other owners Brian Shields and Ann Fisher just moved the company into a new building on 6th Avenue, across from Rona. “It’s the first actual, real facility in the Kootenays,” Doerksen said. The company has been in business for 33 years, but Doerksen only took it over in December. They’ve been in their new building for less than a month. The company offers sales and service of extinguishers as well as emergency lighting and fire hoses, but they also offer state-of-the-art systems for different businesses, depending on the need. For example, fires can now be put out with a triggered system that uses no water and leaves the business with no downtime. This system, called a “clean agent pre-engineered” system, is usually used in computer server rooms, labs, flammable liquid storage rooms, radio and television stations, media storage, medical record storage, muse-
ums, libraries and bank vaults. The agent used absorbs heat faster than the combustion reaction and ceases it. New technology is also available in the restaurant industry, Doerksen said. The Amerex Restaurant Fire Suppression System offers a wet chemical agent that’s non-corrosive to stainless steel and has automatic fire detection. Doerksen said the new technology offers more nozzles above the cooking appliances so cooks are able to move the appliances around without worrying about whether they’re covered in case of a fire. With the summer months coming and many more backyard and campfires on the horizon, Doerksen said there are a few ways to keep yourself protected. Two good tips are to have a 2.5-pound extinguisher in your camper or truck to have at-hand, and the other is to stay at the site of a fire after it’s been put out for another 30 to 60 minutes. Other tips Doerksen offered are to make sure your home extinguisher is checked every year and recharged every six years. A hydrostatic test, which pressurizes the inside of the tank, needs to be done every 12 years. CO2 extinguishers, which are used for fuel and electrical fires need to be retested and pressurized every five years. “Some companies will push the sale of a new extinguisher instead of servicing the extinguisher,” Doerksen said. “Why throw out a perfectly good extinguisher?” West Kootenay Fire Safety can be reached at 250365-6943.
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Hundreds help renew sturgeon population KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
Close to 1,000 people participated in releasing juvenile sturgeon along the Columbia River on Monday afternoon. The Upper Columbia White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative started in 2000 and sturgeon have been released into the river for the past 10 years. Approximately 25 to 30 per cent of all fish released survive the first six months, which are pretty good odds considering predators like the walleye also live in the river, said Traci Jensen, a fish culturalist. “Juvenile sturgeon that survive are growing fast and making use of habitat throughout both the Canadian and U.S. sides of the border,” said James Crossman, white sturgeon co-ordinator with BC Hydro. If the fish live past six months, Jensen said they’re fairly safe from then on, because over the next year their survival rate jumps to 80 per cent and then 90 per cent the year after that. Sturgeon are the only fish that never stop growing, Jensen said. A full-size sturgeon can weigh anywhere from 200 to 300 pounds. They can also live for more than a century, although the oldest sturgeon currently found in the Columbia River are around the age of 60. Jensen said having the sturgeon release each year is important to make the public more aware of the population. The ones released this week were hatched 10 months ago at the Kootenay Trout Hatchery and kept there until this week. About 1,500
were released near the Hugh Keenleyside Dam in Castlegar, while an additional 500 were released in Beaver Creek near Trail. “Seeing a whole bunch of generations being able to do this family activity is great,” Jensen said. The sturgeon, although a little nervous at first, swam away quickly as soon as they were released. “They’re going right to the bottom [of the river] where they’ll spend their life,” Jensen said. The sturgeon release has been held annually along the upper Columbia River because the population of the fish has been dwindling. It is estimated that there are only 1,000 adult sturgeon between the Hugh Keenleyside Dam and the U.S. border. The current population hasn’t been reproducing for the past 30 years. “During our sampling we have found the odd juvenile from natural reproduction in the river, but in essence there is no successful natural recruitment occurring,” Crossman said. “And we have a long wait to see if our hatcheryraised juveniles successfully reproduce one day — typically a female sturgeon will not reach reproductive maturity until 25 years of age.” “We’ve been doing this for 10 years but we won’t know for another 15 years if they’re reproducing,” Jensen said. The sturgeon release event for the public is supported by the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP), BC Hydro, Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C., Teck, Golder Associates, Poisson Consulting, and Zellstoff Celgar Ltd.
TOP: Danica Radcliffe, 5, lets a juvenile sturgeon squirm in her hand before releasing it into the Columbia River on Monday afternoon. ABOVE: The juvenile sturgeon received mixed reactions from the crowd. LEFT: Displays showing the sturgeon’s growth process as well as what adult sturgeon look like (not life-sized). Kim Magi photos
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Cross-Canada, the long way
ROBSON FLETCHER
Castlegar News Editor
Tana Silverland may seem a little out of place riding her recumbent tricycle over a snowy West Kootenay mountain pass but as far as she’s concerned, the more odd looks she gets, the better. Ten months in to an epic, two-anda-half year journey, the transplanted British citizen is trying to attract as much attention as she can while slowly pedalling her way across Canada in a circuitous route that has already spanned 3,000 kilometres through the Yukon and B.C. alone. It’s all part of Silverland’s passionate effort to raise the profile of an international charity that many North Americans have never even heard of. SOS Children’s Villages provides loving homes for 78,000 orphans and abandoned children in 130 countries around the world. One of its roughly 500 “villages” is located in Surrey but Silverland said most British Columbians she’s encountered on her journey so far know little if anything about the organization. “Even in Europe (where SOS Children’s Villages originated) it’s much lower profile than it deserves to be,” she said. “I was living in the same town as the U.K. office for nearly 10 years before I even realized that they existed.” When Silverland did learn about the organization, she was struck by the approach it takes to caring for children who have lost their parents. “It’s a family-based model rather than the just the big dormitory orphanage type of thing,” she explained. “The kids actually get a mom that loves them and takes care of them throughout their childhood, just as my mom did for me. I just think that’s so incredibly important for a child — to have that love, to have that security, knowing that someone’s there for them, that someone loves them.” Silverland initially volunteered with SOS Children’s Villages in the U.K. but a love for the natural beauty of Canada prompted her to immigrate to this country, where she planned to do more voluntary work with the organization. She soon discovered that her choice of local transportation — an unusual-looking recumbent trike dubbed ‘Ranger’ — garnered more interest than the actual work she was doing. As a result, her mission “evolved” into a cross-country trip on the human-propelled vehicle. Silverland figured she could do more for SOS Children’s Villages by raising its profile — city by city, town by town — on what she expects to be a 30-month journey from Whitehorse, Yukon to Cape Spear, Nfld., along a winding route designed to bring her through as many Canadian communities as possible. How long of a trip will that be? Silverland doesn’t even want to calculate
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ABOVE: Tana Silverland shows off her recumbent tricycle, which she has named ‘Ranger.’ RIGHT: Silverland rides Ranger across the Robson bridge north of Castlegar on her way to Nelson on Monday morning. Robson Fletcher photos
the total distance. “I’m quite deliberately not adding it up,” she said. “It probably would be quite scary.” Along the way, Silverland tries to speak to schools, service clubs and local news organizations to spread the word about the charity she is so passionate about. And though she’s not specifically seeking donations for SOS Children’s Villages, she said many of the people she’s met have decided to support the organization financially after learning about what it does. To that end, as well, Silverland is relying on generous locals in every community she visits to provide her with meals and accommodation. “It’s actually because I have no money and I didn’t want to be asking for money to support me,” she said. “If anybody wants to give money as a result of what I’m doing I want them to give it to SOS Children’s Villages, not to me.” So far, Silverland said “the kindness of strangers” has “exceeded her expectations” and while the decision to rely on random Canadians to welcome her into their homes was borne out of necessity it’s ended up becoming an integral part of her trip. “It’s actually turned out to be the most wonderful part of doing this journey, because I’ve gained so much more of an insight into the places I’ve been
visiting and it’s just made the experience so much richer,” she said. After travelling from Grand Forks to Rossland last week, Silverland made her way over a snowy Paulson Summit to Castlegar, where she spent the weekend. She left on Monday for Nelson where she was scheduled to speak to Daybreak Rotary Club early Tuesday morning. From there, it’s across Kootenay Lake by ferry and down to Creston, then eastward to Cranbrook and beyond. All along the way, and well into 2012, Silverland plans to spread her message about SOS Children’s Villages. “They are working with the most vulnerable children who quite literally have no one, giving them a future they can look forward to rather than dread,” she said. “Every child should have that opportunity.” You can follow Tana’s progress on her blog — tanasilverland.wordpress. com — which also contains links to the local and international websites of SOS Children’s Villages.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS City of Castlegar Supply and Installation of Residential Water Meters and Radio Reading Units Reference No.:2011-04 The Owner invites proposals for: The supply and installation of approximately 1975 residential water meters and radio reading units. Product and installation specifications can be found in the proposal packages. Proposal Documents are available during normal business hours at: Address: Castlegar Civic Works, 4500 Minto Road Tenders are scheduled to close at: Tender Closing Time: Tender Closing Date: Tender Closing Address:
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Selkirk College names Graeme as new president and CEO
A Nelson resident has been named the new president and CEO of Selkirk College. Angus Graeme, who has been filling the post on an interim basis since December, officially assumed the permanent position on Friday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great honour to be chosen for this role, because I love what Selkirk does,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had such a wonderful time being associated with what I consider to be one of the most successful community colleges in the province.â&#x20AC;? Graeme began as an instructor in the forestry program at Selkirk almost 20 years ago, and was later a department head, school chair, dean, and most recently vice-president, academic and student development. He says he believes rural community colleges like Selkirk are vital to B.C. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a real accessible post-secondary experience. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been able to maintain a broad array of programs in six communities and built up some specialties like peace studies, GIS, and the arts in Nelson, both digital and traditional.â&#x20AC;? Graeme says Selkirk plays a key role not just in educating students and preparing them for the workforce, but in advocating for â&#x20AC;&#x153;the rural experience.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s everything from keeping and attracting young people and returning workers to helping economies transition,â&#x20AC;? he says.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still a resource-based economy, but we also have some growth areas and workforce needs and real opportunities for business.â&#x20AC;? He says the college is one of the few regional entities able to help find ways to generate new industry and improve and diversify the local economy, pointing to Selkirkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rural innovation chair and the recently formed Columbia Basin rural development institute. Graemeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appointment comes â&#x20AC;&#x153;after many months of diligent work by a search committee, the board of governorsâ&#x20AC;? and a headhunting firm, according to board chair Stefan Lehmann. Graeme, who holds a Masters of Arts in leadership from Royal Roads University, was chosen from over 100 candidates. Originally from Vancouver Island, he moved to Nelson in 1990 to work as a professional forester. He and wife Alison have three children, including a son who plans to enroll at Selkirk this fall. Graeme has a five-year contract and will work primarily out of Castlegar, although he says he does spend time in Nelson and would like to visit the satellite campuses more often. He replaces Marilyn Luscombe, who spent ten years as Selkirkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president before accepting a position at New Brunswick Community College. /Nelson Star
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Community Peter Mansbridge wants YOU to Hike for Hospice
Get ready for an early-morning, May Day serenade in downtown Castlegar
KIM MAGI
If you live in Castlegar’s downtown area, don’t be surprised if you’re woken up to a lively choir on May 1. The Twin Rivers Chorale Society will be celebrating May Day in style — complete with a maypole. “The music for May Day is so wonderful,” said Sarah Currie, the choir’s artistic director. “It’s all about spring.” The concert kicks off at 7 a.m. in Spirit Square outside city hall. Yes, it’s early, Currie said, but it’s part of the May Day tradition. "It's tradition in England to wake up at the crack of dawn and sing,” she explained. Songs will include O Canada and God Save the Queen, as well as springtime songs. “It’s going to be festive,” Currie said. Jan DeBruyn, a resident of Castle Wood Village, wrote a song called “Castlegar, Our Town.” The choir will sing it’s premiere on May 1. “It’s wonderful,” Currie said, adding that DeBruyn, a retired English professor from UBC, is an excellent writer and also wrote an anthem for Castle Wood.
Castlegar News Reporter
Get your walking shoes on for the Hike for Hospice at Kinsmen Park next Sunday. Now in its ninth year, this national event raises funds for hospice and palliative care in Canada. Locally, the money raised will go to the Castlegar Hospice Society. Before walkers hit the pavement, there will be some speeches, said Suzanne Lehbauer, executive director of the Castlegar Hospice Society. “Mayor Chernoff always gives some opening encouraging remarks,” she said. There are two routes for the walkers: a longer one that starts at Kinsmen Park and goes through the Millennium Walkway and back (it takes around an hour to complete) and a shorter route that goes past the Station Museum and back. “That’s a nice flat, short route for those that want to show their support,” Lehbauer said. People are able to enter as an individual or as part of a team. “You can either get pledges or make your donation,” Lehbauer said, making the options flexible. There is no minimum pledge, she added. After the walk, there will be a hot dog barbecue for all to enjoy. The fundraising goal for this year’s event is $3,500, but “whatever we receive we are grateful,” Lehbauer said. In Castlegar, the money raised goes toward training and education for hospice volunteers, numerous programs for grief and bereavement support, community education workshops, bringing in guest speakers and working towards a regional freestanding hospice. Last year more than $1 million was raised nationally for hospice palliative care programs and services in 99 different locations. “I am in awe of the extraordinary care, compassion and understanding provided by the hospice palliative care community,” Peter Mansbridge, Honorary Chair of the Hike for Hospice Palliative Care and national Hospice Palliative Care Week said in a release. “I will never forget the care that was given to both my parents.” Advanced registration is appreciated, but not required. Forms are available at castlegarhospice.org or hikeforhospice.com. Otherwise, registration takes place between 10 and 11 a.m. on May 1 at Kinsmen Park. The event gets underway at 11 a.m.
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A fiddler and bagpiper will also be present for musical accompaniment. After the choir finishes singing, everyone is welcome for a breakfast at the Legion, which will include coffee, tea, fruit and pastries. On May 6, the choir will come together again for their “Spring Howl” at New Life Assembly. “We’ll be doing a number of spring pieces,” Currie said. The concert starts at 7 p.m. and is free to attend. There will be desserts, coffee and tea to follow. The Twin Rivers Chorale Society has been together for less than a year. "We were given the community initiatives grant last fall so we started,” Currie said. “We meet on Thursdays in the basement of St Peter’s Lutheran church.” Anyone who wants to join can, and the ages vary from mid-20s to elderly. "It's a really true community choir.” You don’t have to know how to read music to join, either, Currie said. Practices take place from 7 to 8 p.m. For more information on the society or any of the upcoming performances, call Currie at 250-304-2529.
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Spring Fling returns to Castlegar on April 30
KIM MAGI
Castlegar News Reporter
For its sixth year, Castlegar’s Spring Fling will shut down the streets of downtown for a one-day festival. “It’s a family event,” said Peter Laurie, one of the co-ordinators. The fun happens on April 30, when 3rd Street will be closed to motor vehicles from Pharmasave to Kinsmen Park to make room for a street hockey tournament. Laurie said the hockey rink will have four-foot boards all around the two rinks to provide a stable area for three-on-three matches. Along with hockey, there will be two stages — one on 3rd Street and one in Kinsmen Park — for entertainment. Laurie said people can expect to hear some bluegrass, acoustic guitar and rock ‘n’ roll. And for car lovers, there will be a show ‘n’ shine. Laurie said people feel like in order to participate, they have to have a really nice car, but they don’t. As long as they want to, anyone can enter a car. “If you like your car, bring it on out,” he
said. There will also be lots of games for kids, Laurie said — think carnival-style. Spring Fling has grown each year, and Laurie estimates about 1,000 people attended last time. The event started because a group of people in Castlegar just wanted a festival around this time of year. “We thought it’d be nice to have something in the spring,” he said. “We have really good support from businesses in the community.” All the events are free, unless you wish to purchase food from one of the food vendors that will be on site. “It’s just a good, fun day,” Laurie said. Signing up in advance for street hockey is strongly recommended. There are signup sheets at the Mohawk gas station, or each Castlegar school has a sign-up sheet by their offices. The executive is still accepting vendors and volunteers. For more information, call Peter Laurie at 365-5655 or visit castlegarspringfling. ca.
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The Show ‘n’ Shine will be just one of the many features returning later this month during the sixth annual Spring Fling in downtown Castlegar. Other activities include a live entertainment, carnival-style games for kids and a street hockey tournament.
Garden Club bringing its Plant Sale back for another year
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The Castlegar Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. The Castlegar Station Museum, located at 400 13th Ave., is the perfect spot to plan a morning sojourn for a change of pace. Unearth untold treasures from the personal collections of Castlegar Garden Club members. This annual harbinger of spring is your chance to share unique, exciting, and sometimes challenging plants — all affordably priced. For a mirror to a wider world of horticultural treasurers, start your 2011 garden with scintillating new specimens to savour over the summer. Since the early days of the 1990s when Bob Switzer founded the Castlegar Garden
Club, the Plant Sale has been an annual event. Word has spread throughout the regional gardening community and beyond — as far away as Hope and Creston. The Plant Sale is the CGC’s major fundraiser for the year. This year the Castlegar Garden Club is encouraging a spirit of camaraderie. Members with an excess of plants team up with members who have time and energy, but a shortage of plants. The collection offered on May 7 will be enticing. Encouraging gardening is what the Castlegar Garden Club is all about. For further information contact Pam Johnston at 250399.0077 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca. /Submitted by the Castlegar Garden Club
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Planning is important in life, and especially for families dealing with the impact of Alzheimer’s disease. Caregivers may have to make health, financial and other personal decisions on behalf of their family members. That’s why the non-profit Alzheimer Society of B.C. recommends creating a representation agreement — a legal document covering these issues. Castlegar families can get the information they need to get started, during the Society’s free tele-workshop on
Thursday, April 28 at 7 p.m. Entitled Understanding Representation Agreements, the tele-workshop features guest speaker Joanne Taylor, executive director of Nidus Personal Planning, Resource Centre and Registry. She will talk about the importance of future planning, explain what a representation agreement is and how to make one, and answer questions. Pre-registration is required by April 25. Visit www.alzheimerbc.org or phone toll-free 1-866-396-2433.
Tele-workshops are learning sessions designed for family caregivers, but also open to health care providers. They can be accessed via telephone,with an optional web component, recognizing that many caregivers are unable to attend in-person workshops. Participants also have a chance to learn and to share with others who are in similar situations.
/Submitted by the Alzheimer Society of B.C.
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Closed Good Friday ● Open Easter Monday Deadlines have not changed. Thank you!
Coming together for the Food Bank Derrick Statt (left) and Peter Wulowka (right) present a $300 donation to Deb McIntosh of the Community Harvest Food Bank. The money was raised by a raffle at the recent Kootenay Home and Lifestyle Expo. The prizes included a garden arch (similar to the one pictured here) built by Wulowka and day passes donated by Red Mountain and Whitewater Resort and put up by the Selkirk College Ski and Snowboard Club, of which Statt is the president. The Castlegar Chamber of Commerce donated the space at the Expo for the raffle to take place. Robson Fletcher photo
Robson Community School Spell-A-Thon a big success thanks to students and sponsors The Robson Community School held its annual SpellA-Thon on March 30. Students were given word lists that they need to study, and were asked to collect pledges, with proceeds going toward our school. This event is a major fundraiser, and each year the money is spent on something different. In the past we have purchased such things as playground equipment, a giant screen for our gymnasium, library books, and musical insturments. This year, we are making our first-ever yearbook, and decided that proceeds from this spell-a-thon would go
toward lowering the cost of these books. This has been our most successful year ever! The students raised over $4300 and this amount was enough for every student and each staff member to receive a free yearbook. This year, several local businesses donated money, gift certificates, or merchandise, which were used as prizes for students who performed well on the test, and brought in a minumum amount of pledge money. Misauti Voros raised the most money, $325.10, and received a pool party gift certificate donated by the
Super 8. Brendan Anderson raised the second highest, $250, and he received a bowling party from Castle Bowl. Ms. Schamer’s Grade 5 class raised the most money, over $1100, and they will enjoy a pizza party donated by Panago Pizza. Mrs. MacKinnon’s Grade 2/3 class had the highest percentage of participants, almost 80 per cent, and they won a cupcake and juice party, compliments of Country Style Bakery. Dozens of other prizes were donated by McDonalds, Tina Popoff Jewelry, Arby’s, A & W, The Movie
Company, Dairy Queen, Johnny’s Grocery, PNT Contracting, Hair By Brenda, The Red Chair, Castlegar Rec Centre, The Robson Volunteer Fire Department, HTR Design, 4th Street Video, Tim Horton’s, Hairlines, and Kootenay Centre Cinema. To all of these businesses and organizations, we would like to extend a huge thankyou for your support and generosity. And to all the students who worked so hard, and raised so much money, way to go! /Submitted by Robson Community School PAC
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Graduating class puts on a quite a show SHSS students strut their stuff at the ‘Spring Fling Fashion Show’ on April 16, gathering donations for the Food Bank at the same time
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See more photos from the fashion show on page A5 of this week’s West Kootenay Advertiser and online at facebook.com/castlegarnews
The magic happens April 26 KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
Free Golf For a Year Dale Donaldson was the lucky winner of this year’s Castlegar Rotary Club Golf Raffle. The first prize, a one-year membership at the Castlegar Golf Club, was presented by committee chair Jo-Ann Bursey. All of the proceeds from the raffle go to the Castlegar Rotary Club’s Stanley Humphries Secondary School scholarships. Submitted photo
Magician John Kaplan is set to take the stage at the Castlegar Community Complex next week in an effort to help Kinnaird Elementary students raise funds for a trip to Calgary. While Kaplan tours his “Makin’ Magic” show around western Canada, he often teams up with service groups to help them bring in some dough for themselves. On Tuesday night, Kaplan will perform starting at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) The audience can expect 90 minutes of magic and comedy with a scenic backdrop, theatrical lighting, video projection and a cast of dancers and performers. “I have a very much a Disney p h i l o s o p hy about family entertainment,” Kaplan said. “The entire show has been designed to appeal to all ages: youngsters, seniors, parents and teenagers come to our show, and everybody loves the entertainment value we offer.” Kaplan has been touring his magic show for 30 years and constantly reinvents himself while at the same time continuing to help other groups fundraise. He told Magic magazine he knows some groups have taken in over $10,000 from his shows. He’s also performed in over 500 Canadian communities. In Castlegar, the audience can
expect to vote on which local celebrity will be either sawn in half, acupunctured of guillotined. Confirmed guests are Rebels coach Steve Junker, Rebels captain Taylor Anderson, Twin Rivers Elementary principal Doug Hickey and Kinnaird Elementary vice principal Patrick Kinghorn. Tickets for Tuesday night’s show are available at the Community Complex or at the Movie Company (near Safeway). Individual tickets are $11 and a family of four is $40.
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Bulldogs split matches against RSS Royals KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter
The Stanley Humphries Secondary School senior girls soccer team is off to a solid start in regular season play against Rossland Secondary School. On April 13, the SHSS Bulldogs played the Royals on home turf and lost in a 1-0 game that went back and forth until late in the second half. Monday saw the team welcome Rossland again and this time defeated them 3-0. “Hailey McLean, Courtney Terhune and Jenna Stoushnow all scored,” coach
Branwen Hainsworth said, “and Cassie McDonald had a stellar game in net.” The team also recently chose their team captain, who wears No. 14 in memory of Presley Simpson. In 2007, Simpson was captain of the team and died during the last week of school. The following year, the team decided it would be a great way to honour her. This year’s captain is Cassie McDonald and the assistants are Megan Stoushnow and Kayla Keraiff. The team’s next home game is April 27 against J.L. Crowe. Game time is 3:30 p.m.
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LEFT: Emily Plotnikoff goes for a pass. RIGHT: Bulldog Kim Diender races Royals’ Sam Spearn to the ball.
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Bowlers off to national finals
Castlegar mens and ladies bowling teams both captured gold at the 2011 National Classified Bowling Championships in Vancouver on the weekend. In finishing first, both teams will advance to the national finals scheduled for May 28 and 29 in Kitchener and Guelph, Ont. The provincial competition in Vancouver consisted of 11 teams in both the mens and ladies division bowling fivegame total pinfall. The teams are each made up of five bowlers with one from each of five different average classifications. Both teams moved into first after their first game and never gave up the led. The ladies team made up of Shelly Stoushnow, Leasa Adams, Lisa Lesy, Lynn Submitted photo Smith and Tara PereTOP: From left to right, Leasa Adams, Tara Perepolkin, Lynn Smith, Lisa polkin finished with a Lesy and Shelly Stoushnow. BOTTOM: From left to right, Travis Ready, five-games total pinBrian Oliver, Geoff Tellier, Paul Fomenoff, Derek Handley. fall of 5097. Finishing in second place On the mens team were classification. was the team from Smithers Derek Handley, Brian Oliver, Both teams bowled extremBowl, Smithers with a 4943 Travis Ready, Paul Fomenoff ley well with the mens team total, with Dell Lanes, Surrey and Geoff Tellier. The mens winning by 252 pins over the finishing third at 4602. Lynn team total was 5207,ahead of second-place finisher and they Smith and Leasa Adams fin- Port Coquitlam Bowl, Port were the only team that threw ished with pinfall totals of 987 Coquitlam at 4955 and Scotts- a higher total than the Castleand 1090 respectively, placing dale Lanes, Surrey at 4942. gar Ladies team. them on the all-star team for Brian Oliver made the mens /Submitted by Roland their classification division. Handley, Castle Bowl all star team in his average
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Spring 2011 Fitness Schedule Morning Classes: Monday 9:00-10:00am:.........................................CST or DWW 10:15-11:15am:..................................... Fabulous 50+ 5:30-6:30pm: .................................. Ultimate Kickbox Tuesday 9:00-10:00am:Step To It 6:00-7:00pm:Step Mixer or PM Aqua Fit Wed: 9:00-10:00am:.............................CST or Aqua Circuit 5:30-6:30pm: .................................. Ultimate Kickbox Thursday: 9:00-10:00am:............................................. Pure Step 6:00-7:00pm: ............Super Core Plus or PM Aqua Fit Friday 9:00-10:00am ........... CST or Step Challenge or DWW 10:15-11:15am ..................................... Fabulous 50+ Saturdays 9:00-10:00am .......................................... CST or Step Register Now for a new session that start MAY 3rd Zumba, Rise N’Shine Bootcamp, Guys Only Boot Camp, Noon Yoga, Spring Boot Camp, Pilates, Hoop Blast, PM Pedal.
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Mondays ....10:00-12:30pm; 2:00-4:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm Tuesdays ....................................2:00-4:00pm; 7:00-9:00pm Wednesday 10:00-12:30pm; 2:00-4:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm Thursday ....................................2:00-4:00pm; 7:00-9:00pm Friday..................................... 10:00-12:30pm; 2:00-8:30pm Saturday.......................................................... 12:30-6:00pm Sunday .............................................................. 1:00-6:00pm Lap Lane, Leisure Pool Time, Early Bird contact the Recreation Office.
PUBLIC SWIM Good Friday April 22 Easter Sunday April 24 1:30-4:30pm
Upcoming Events: KOOTENAY FESTIVAL – LET’S CELEBRATE SATURDAY JULY 16TH CASTLEGAR Applications for Vendors now available at www.castlegarculture.com or contact Audrey at 365-3386 ext 4105
UPCOMING SPRING PROGRAMS APRIL 30TH Healing Your Back, Neck and Shoulders Workshop MAY 7TH Orientation into Higher Body Consciousness MAY 7TH Skateboarding for the Beginner – 4 sessions APRIL 30TH Forget TV …be a STAR (10-12 years)
OTHER PROGRAMS Theatre Games • Zumbatomic for Kids Skateboarding for the Beginner Preschool Dance • Explore Dance Red Cross Swim Lessons • Zumba – new session • Transformational Breathing • Greek Cooking Easter Egg Hunt at Kinnaird Park Sunday April 24th 11:00am Sponsored by Paragon Columbia Pharmacy Spring Fling April 30th – Downtown Castlegar Magic Show Tuesday April 26th 6:30-8:00pm Complex Arena Tickets available at the complex. Sponsored by Kinnaird Elementary SPRING/SUMMER RECREATION LEISURE GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE Check out our online registration Go to www.rdck.bc.ca and hit the RECREATION CONNECTION BUTTON. All courses can now be viewed on line. Registration starts April 19th 5:30pm
For more detailed information see the Le Leisure Guide at www.rdck.bc.ca/community/recreation/castlegar Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations. If you would like your event mentioned in this event calendar please e-mail the information to Castlegar Recreation Department at casrec@rdck.bc.ca or call 365-3386 ext 0.
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GLADE IRRIGATION DISTRICT Annual General Meeting, April 27th, 7PM Glade Hall
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Josey Faith Born: April 5th, 2011. Weighing 7lbs., 3 oz. & 19” long. Sister to Noah. Ecstatic grand parents Derm & Lillian Jackman. 1st time grand parents Danny & Theresa Whyte. Much Love
Kaitlyn & Brady are thrilled to announce the arrival of their new baby brother,
Born March 11th, 2011 at 8:23am weighing 9 lbs Proud parents are Cory & Natasha. Proud grandparents are Warren & Cathy Quiding of Castlegar and Rick & Terry Mailey of Montrose.
With sadness we announce the passing on March 24, 2011 of Margaret Henne at the age of 90.
She is survived by her daughter Lois McLeod (John), grandchildren Douglas, Allison, her son William Henne (Laurie) grandchildren Alexandra, Victoria, Elizabeth, William. Also survived by sister Helen Dodds, nieces Julie Pringes, Joan Topponce, , Patricia Gay (Harvey, Shirley Koenia (Pat), Beverly Main, Elaine Manson, Karen Swetlikoe (Jim), Shelly Ducarme (Marc), Charlene Hartley, Heather Dodds, Marnie Henne, Barbara Henne, Nancy Henne, Wendy Henne, Judy Henne, Chris McCoy, Louise McCoy, Grace Merlo, Donna Salmon, Roberta, Elaine Henne, Eileen Henne. and nephews Peter Baron (Sheila), Donald Baron (Olea), Willy Broadway (Carol), Andy Broadway (Judy) Ronald Block (Kathy), Andy Block (Kerry), Reginald Block, Michael Dunkley (Mary) David Dunkley (Michelle), John Broadway (Marg), Allen Henne (Nasdine), David Henne, Peter Henne. We give thanks to Dr. Lewis, Dr, Merry. the caring staff at Boundary Lodge Assisted Living and Hardy View Lodge for their compassionate care. A Memorial Celebration will be held at 1:00 pm at the William & Laurie Henne home, 1750 Sandner Frt. Rd. Christina Lake, BC on April 30th, 250-447-6525
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Barb Tallant is pleased to announce the marriage of her son Dustin Tallant to Lauren Krieger of Souffville, Ontario.
The happy couple were married at 11:30 am on April 9, 2011 at the Toronto City Hall. Family and friends celebrated at a luncheon held at the Magic Oven Restaurant. A traditional Jewish wedding will be held at a later date. Barb, Jackie and Ryan-Lucas Tallant are absolutely thrilled to welcome their new daughter, sister and auntie to their family. May they enjoy and appreciate a lifetime of blessings.
In Memoriam
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In memory
Debbie Kraft June 14, 1957 - April 22, 2006
Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Barb, Shelley, Traci, Steph, Amy and Paul.
With devastated hearts the family of Andre Lorenzo Joseph Aubin wishes to announce his passing after a fight with Acute Leukemia. Andre left this life at Talarico Place Care Centre on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 blessed with 57 years of life.
Chris Torris & Alicia Whyte on the birth of your daughter
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Andre Lorenzo Joseph Aubin
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Margaret was predeased by her parents Andrew and Pauline Block. Her husband William Carl Henne in 2004, and siblings Michael Block, Mary Baron, Annie Broadway, Peter Block, Paul Block, Nettie Dunkley, Emily Broadway and niece Barbara Kuna.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and paramedics at KBRH and in Castlegar for the care that he received. To all of our family and friends, we are grateful for your support and kindness during this time.
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I iis with It i h ddeep sorrow that h the h ffamily il of Henry Kuryluk announces his sudden passing at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital, Friday April 8th with his family by his side. It was Hank’s wish that no funeral service be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his memory to the Castlegar & District Wildlife Association. This can be dropped off at Castlegar Sports Centre & Fly Shop located at 1951 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar.
In Memoriam
Andre was born in the Township of Kendall (Hearst) Ontario on May 13, 1953 to parents Noella and Gabriel Aubin. He met the love of his life Sharron Koftinoff in Kelowna BC, in September 1972 and they were married in November 1972. After living briefly in Kelowna and Victoria, Sharron and Andre moved to Sparwood BC in December 1974. Andre worked as a Security Guard for Kaiser Resources Coal Mines. Then later he began operating Heavy Equipment for Westar Mining (even driving the largest truck in the world, now parked in the City of Sparwood). In 1975 they started their family and Andre started a side-business, painting. He painted many houses, business buildings, churches and bowling lanes. Life was good, work was good and the family grew. In 1994, Andre moved his family to Castlegar. He started to work for the School District as a School Bus Driver. Many people remember “Andre the School Bus Driver #1” Robson / Pass Creek. Andre loved this job and all his precious passengers. He enjoyed seeing his first Kindergarten kids graduate and start their families. In 2004, Andre was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. The Community of Castlegar and fellow co-workers of School District #20 showed their kindness to help out Andre’s family by holding a Fundraiser. Andre was able to go back to work for awhile, but the illness returned. Andre enjoyed his Saturday morning breakfasts with the “Guys”, arguing about who’s turn it was to pay. Then in 2008, the apple of his eye was born, Jersey. Andre was an “Umpa”. In January 2011, Andre was diagnosed with Acute Leukemia. This journey took Andre to Vancouver and after 3 months, he returned to Castlegar to be with his family for his final days. Left to mourn his loss are his loving wife of 38 years Sharron; daughter Andrea (Shaun) and grandchildren Zianna, Daulton and Jersey; sons Anthony and Ashley (Jen) of Castlegar and Aaron of Calgary; mother Noella of Kelowna; brother Louis (Linda) of Ontario, sister Antoinette Dodds of California, brother Marcel (Linda) and sister Jackie (Bob) Maeers of Kelowna; mother-in-law Helen Blake of Blind Bay BC; father-in-law Bill Koftinoff of Grand Forks; many nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins and numerous family members and friends from BC to Quebec to the USA. Andre was predeceased by his father Gabriel in 2004 and brotherin-law Arnold Dodds in 1997. Vigil Prayers were held at St. Rita’s Catholic Church on Sunday, April 17, 2011 and Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Father Harry Clarke at St. Rita’s on Monday, April 18, 2011. Cremation followed. Arrangements were in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel.
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Thank You To the Wednesday Night Hockey Players & their #1 Fans Thank You for the evening that was much enjoyed & will be remembered. From Bill & Elaine
Thank You The MacDonald family would like to thank all our relatives and friends for their support at this difficult time. Thank you for the cards, flowers, delicious food, phone calls and compassion. A special thanks go to Reverends Gavin and Meridyth Robertson for their kind words at the Service and Internment. Thank you, Thoreen Littlewood, for the delightful eulogy and Shari Legg, with your beautiful music. Thank you to the Trail Legion for their participation. Thank you to the hard working Church family for the lovely lunch. We would like to thank Dr. Streich for all the years he looked after Colin and Dr. Ankenbauer for his wonderful care the last few months in Castlegar. We would like to thank Drs. Dalla Lana and Sibbald in KBRH and the nursing staff in both Castlegar and Trail who took such good care of Colin. Thank you Al Grywacheski with Personal Alternative Funerals - Carberry’s Chapel. You helped us through a very difficult time. Thank you and God bless you all. Helen, Colin J and Robert MacDonald.
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Harry Kanigan It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Kanigan on April 7, 2011 in Castlegar, BC. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Diana Penner, his daughters, Kathy (Mike) Duley of Fruitvale, BC, Lori Kanigan Kanigan of Kelowna, BC, his son, Fred (Josie) Kanigan of Castlegar, and their mother Elizabeth Kanigan of Kelowna. He is also survived by his sister, Verna (Bill) Keraiff of Castlegar, brother, Bill (Olga) Kanigan of Port Alberni, BC, six grandchildren, Shayla, and Rylan Duley, Hayden and Landyn Kanigan, and Denika and Hailey Kanigan, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Harry taught school for 37 years, in Castlegar, the Boundary area, and the last 26 years in Kelowna, where he retired. He enjoyed sports as a player, coach, and official, and held various administrative positions primarily in hockey, baseball and softball. He especially enjoyed watching the numerous activities of his children and grandchildren. He was also an active and passionate member of the Castlegar Senior Centre. Harry will be profoundly missed by his many loving relatives and friends. He was a very special man and his spirit will live on in all those who were privileged to know him. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the doctors and nurses of Talarico Place Care Centre for their care and compassion during his final days. Expressions of sympathy may be left at Castlegar Funeral Chapel ( HYPERLINK “mailto:fdcfc@shawbiz.ca” fdcfc@shawbiz.ca). In lieu of flowers those so wishing may make donations to the Castlegar Senior Centre. Arrangements were in care of Castlegar Funeral Chapel. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2011, from 11 AM-2 PM, at the Castlegar Senior Centre, 2101 – 6th Avenue, Castlegar, BC.
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Castlegar Hyundai is growing, so we need help keeping our inventory & our customers’ vehicles spotless. This is a part-time position, starting at three days per week, but may become full time. Detailing experience is helpful & a clean driving record is mandatory. You must be physically fit, energetic, focused on detail & flexible. We have fun at work but we are dead serious about excellent customer service. Email or fax a resume to: Keith Kalawsky, President Castlegar Hyundai keith@castlegarhyundai.com Fax (250)365-5376
LOT ATTENDANT Immediate opening for a Lot Attendant. Are you responsible hardworking and poses an unrestricted drivers license Apply in person to Jim Philipzyk Sales Manager Castlegar Toyota 1530 Columbia Ave Castlegar BC V1N 1H9
Help Wanted ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Trainees Needed! Large & Small Firms Seeking Certified A&P Staff Now. No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available. 1-888-424-9417 Are you interested in a full time Retail Position in Castlegar. Candidate must be computer literate & have retail experience, work independently & collaboratively. Apply with resume & retail experience references to c/o Castlegar News #2 - 1810 - 8th Ave, Box 2. Castlegar BC, V1N 2Y2 Auto Mechanic wanted. Automotive mechanic required for oilfield construction company. We want a journeyman mechanic preferably with Dodge truck experience. Your work schedule will be 5-10hr days. Call Lloyd @ (780)725-4430 BUSINESS AND administration trainees needed! Large & small firms seeking certified admin staff now. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-512-7116. CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete finishers for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; John@RaidersConcrete.com. Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780444-7103. Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
LEMARE GROUP FORESTRY OPERATIONS COORDINATOR The Lemare Group is currently seeking a Forestry Operations Coordinator for their Port McNeill Office, which is located on Northern Vancouver Island. Lemare has approximately 250+ employees currently working and is a significant forestry services company, tenure holder and log marketing group. The candidate should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot and to manage and meet tight deadlines in addition, the ability to work with minimal supervision. Responsibilities: •Coordination of Marine Barging; Equipment, Fuel & Supplies •Human Resources •Purchasing •Daily organization of Field Managers (5-7) •Maintaining customer’s relationships •Conflict Resolutions (Union/Employees) Qualifications: •Post Secondary Education an asset •Forestry experience an asset •Previous executive/administrative experience •Excellent oral & written skills •Strong decision making skills •Microsoft Office fluency is mandatory This position is a full time permanent position with a competitive compensation package based on experience. Lemare will accept resumes by email or fax. Please email your response to Jennifer Ouellette at jouellette@lemare.ca or fax 250-956-4888. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s Need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459
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MEDICAL OFFICE trainees needed! Hospitals and doctors need medical office and medical admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training and job placement available. 1-888-748-4126. OPERATIONS COORDINATOR The Kootenay Boundary Community Services Operative is seeking an Operation Coordinator to provide coordination for the key activities of the Co-Op. Responsibilities include: * Coordinating key Co-Op services and events including workshops, conferences and consultation services *Developing and maintaining Co-op operational systems This position is three day per week and based in Nelson. Access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license and successful criminal record check is required. Please forward your resume with references no later than noon, Friday May 6th, 2011 to: info@thekoop.ca A more detailed job description is available at www.thekoop.ca
PANORAMA FIRE Crew is hiring for the 2011 forest fire season for both Structure Protection and Wildland fire fighting. Applicants must either be enrolled or have completed the NFPA #1001 FF1 or FF2 for the Structure Protection division. You must be extremely fit and be willing to relocate for periods of time throughout the season. Call or email for information and an application. (250) 229-4709 or panosil@ telus.net Part-time Payroll and HR position available at AcuTruss Industries. Ceridian (Prism, Insync) experience asset. 2003 - 43rd Street, Vernon, BC, V1T 6K7. Fax 250-5452953 SALES - BUDGET BLINDS Established retailer looking for outside sales person in the West Kootenay area email resumes to jmkaufman@budgetblinds.com
CAREER OPPORTUNITY! We require 3 Professional Drivers for our expanding operations. Minimum 3 years experience based in the Kootenays with an interest in coaching / instructing new drivers in the future! 1 position – overnight steady line haul switch - Princeton return. 2 positions – Edmonton return – 2 trips on / 2 trips off – new equipment. Please apply with resume and current abstract to: Email: Fax: Mail:
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THE LEMARE Group is currently seeking a full time highway low bed driver. Fax resume to 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.ca. Wanted Live-In Building Caretakers Couple preferred for the Beaver Valley Manor a 40 Unit Non Profit Seniors Housing Complex Effective July 1, 2011 For employment information 250-367-7603 or 367-9498 Applications with references must be received by April 27, 2011 to B.V. Manor Society, Building Caretaker Position Box 826, Fruitvale, BC, V0G 1L0
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Project Coordinator “Helping Boys Become Men” The Kootenay Boundary Community Services CoOperative is seeking a Project Coordinator. Responsibilities include: *Supporting & coordinating meeting of the Steering Committee, *Creating a long-term framework for building mentorship and engagement *Hosting a regional “Mentors Make a Difference” learning event, *Coordinating the project evaluation, and *Developing a sustainability plan This is a contract position of approximately 600 hours finishing September 30, 2012. Access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license, necessary home office equipment, telephone, internet and successful criminal check is required. Please forward your resume with references by noon, Friday, April 29, 2010 to info@thekoop.ca. A more detailed job description is available at www.thekoop.ca. TRAVEL MEDICINE CLINIC Casual MOA (may lead to part-time) Successful applicant must have a pleasant manner, the ability to multi-task, be a self starter have a good command of the English language & be customer service focused. Computer knowledge is a must, knowledge of geography/travel experience an asset. Duties include greeting clients, processing payments, appointment Booking & general office/reception duties. Send resume with cover letter: ATTN: Joanne - Fax 1-866-681-9655 or email joanne@tmvc.com WINTER HARBOUR, BC. Master Mechanic logging. Full time. 10 years experience minimum. Welding, excellent diagnostics, physically fit, all logging equipment. References required. Fax or email your resume to 250-969-4222 or employment@wdmoore.ca.
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Best view lot in Castlegar, one of a kind, Panasonic views of the city, rivers & mountains $250,000 250-304-1745 CASTLEGAR GRANDVIEW HEIGHT Lot for Sale, Fully serviced, Near Care Centre $79K 250-551-7656
Lower Rossland 3 bedroom house with carport. . Large yard & deck. Available April 1st. 250.362.2105. Long term tenant.
North Castlegar Sunny 2 bdrm suite , on bus route, includes laundry, and utilities, N/S, N/P,ref’s req’d, $850/mo 250-365-2784.Avail. May 1st
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South Castlegar 2 Bdrm $800/mth plus utilities, Avail April 30th Appliances included Call Mac 365-1802
A FREE telephone service Get your first month free. Bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464. BUILDING SALE Canadian Manufacturer Direct. 25x40 $6320. 30x40 $7370. 35x50 $9980. 40x80 $18,900. 47x100 $31,600. Ends optional. Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers since 1980, 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! 1-866-981-5991
CAN’T GET up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-9816591. DO-IT-YOURSELF steel buildings priced for Spring Clearance - Ask about free delivery to most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure - 1800-668-5111 ext. 170. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com PERSONALIZED All-In-One Easter Basket over 50% off! Regular price $32.99 you pay $15.99. Includes personalization; plush bunny, chocolate; candy and Peeps® Visit PersonalCreations.com/Always or Call 1-888-903-0973 SAWMILLS - BAND Chainsaw - Spring Sale - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Make money and save money In stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195. NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext.400OT
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B & M CLOSETS Let us maximize your closet space! We will custom design & install your closet to suit your personal needs. 250-362-7508. Email: bmclosets@gmail.com 250-367-0050 Marie or Bridget.
Castlegar, Garage/Moving sale Sat, April 23rd, 8am to 12 noon, 3309 - 9th Ave Saturday April 23rd 9am-4pm, Garage Sale @ 3504-4th ave Castlegar.
Landscaping Topsoil, #1 Quality tested Flagstone, Patio & Wall Stone Biostone 250-777-1531
Tree Services Pruning Fruit Tree’s Tree’s all types. Also rotatilling Call Garth 250-365-4935
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$200 & Under Furnace Oil Tank, 5 yrs old $200, Phone 250-365-6592
Heavy Duty Machinery 1999 EX 135 Hitachi Excavator Thumb, offset boom, 2 Buckets New pins, Zero clearance, Dozer blade 250-365-6267
A-**Special** 53’ insulated makes Great Shop! Only $7200 freight included! And 40’HC $2800. No Rust! STEEL SHIPPING Containers/Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used/Damaged Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage.Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com Ford L9000 Dump Truck Craig 20 ton tilt deck trailer EX 135 Hitachi Excavator 2007 Deere 325 Skid Steer Topsoil Shaker Screens Grizzly 250-365-6267
Real Estate Houses For Sale 5 BDRM HOUSE, 3000 sq.ft. on lg lot at 2154 Crestview Cres, Castlegar. Also vacant lot at 2174 Crestview Cres. Price reduced 250-365-9600 North Castlegar House for Sale, 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath, Dble LOT. 1080 sq ft bungalow, lrg work shop, fenced yard, asking $185,000, 1-866-966-9453 STELLAR PLACE, 2 bdrm 2 bath, A/C, gas fireplace oak cabinets,covered patio private back yard, main floor laundry, central vacuum newer furnace & hot water tank, strata with clubhouse Phone 250-365-3700 THOUSANDS IN OPTIONS FREE!! Canada’s largest builder, SRI Homes, is offering unbelievable discounts. Call or visit Lake Country Modular Homes Inc., conveniently located next to SRI’s Winfield factory. Custom designs, factory tours, expert advice & service. Call Alan or Robert toll free at 1-866-766-2214 www.LCMhomes.com
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MLS# K195523 This wonderful mobile home built in 2000 MUST BE MOVED! With 3 bdrms and 2 full baths, a bright beautiful open concept kitchen, vaulted ceilings,This Home is a MUST SEE!. Call Lynnette at Century 21 Mountainview Realty today for More Info! 250-304-7952
Whispering Pines Manufactured Home Park- Home Sites available BEAUTIFUL RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY in GENELLE Phone: 250-693-2136 www.whispering pinesmhp.com WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. The Home Boys 877-976-3737 509-4819830 or www.hbmodular.com
Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-711-8818 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
Newly reno 1 bdrm cottage on Rilkoff road, private setting, close to town $700/mth plus ulitilies, 365-3733
Rooms for Rent Castlegar Sandman Hotel Offering long-term monthly Rentals on variety of room types (incl full kitchenettes). Rates starting at $800 per mnth. Please contact General Manager (250) 365-8444 (ext 5)
Want to Rent Castlegar Area: 60 plus visually impaired gentleman urgently requires housing in. Up to $550/mo all included. Quiet, clean, respectful. Please contact Harry 250-352-9876
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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
CASTLEGAR Clean Bright Bac Suite, Fully Equip, short term or long term. Laundry, No Smoking, Quiet Bldg. $525/mth inclusive. 365-7400 or cell 304-9549
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2002 Chevy Trail Blazer 4 wheel drive, great shape, 169,000 km $8,900, Call 250304-1834
Suites, Upper Castlegar, Bright 1 Bdrm $605/mth plus power 3 Bdrm House $1100/mth + Utilities, 1 Bdrm $1,000/mth furnished in Rossland Phone 250-608-3930 Downtown Castlegar, upstairs suite, two bedroom $550 per month plus utilities. Includes F/S, garage, N/S, N/P, Near bus route Avail May 1st 2011, References required. 1-250-368-9144
2006 Honda Pilot EX-L One owner, black with grey interior, 130,000kms, eight passenger, trailer package installed, winter and all-season tires included. Meticulously maintained. Located in Nelson B.C. Call 250-825-3458 for more information
Boats Cars - Domestic 1947 Buick Super 4 Dr Sedan Original, good running cond $6,500 OBO 250-365-5003 1998 Audi A4 quattro, V6, 5spd, $3300 obo. 250-3071215.
1998 BAJA 31 ft Twin GM 502 Mercruiser Bravo One legs; with trailer $39,900. Receivership Sale Please contact To Marty Eakins at 250-748-0386 for Details.
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Recreational SHARED OWNERSHIP late model 40’ - 60’ cruising yachts moored on Vancouver Island & Lower Mainland. Sail & Power. Professionally maintained. 604-669-2248. www.one4yacht.com
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 55+ all inclusive studio and 1 bdrm suites. We cook and clean, you enjoy life. 1-866460-9447. Limited space available. Castlegar 2 Bedroom Apt,overlooking Columbia River, Very quiet area, all utilities incl. N/P, no children, N/S fully furnished, 365-5936 Avail May 1st ROSSLAND NEW 1 bdrm. apt downtown. Gas stove, w/d, hardwood floors. $800/mo + util. internet incl., cat friendly NS Call 250-362-5763 UPPER ROSSLAND 2 blocks from shops, 3 & 4 bdm apt. Very clean, fully furnished, quiet. Avail short or long term. Ph: 250 362 7726 or 250 231 3808
Homes for Rent 2 bedroom cottage style home on flat, sunny, south facing lot with river view provides gardener’s dream or room for expansion. Convenient to Trail or Castlegar. $209,000. 250-304-7686. Castlegar 2 Bdrm House + utilities, W/D, new high efficiently, furnace, private yard, near shopping, bus stop & river, N/S, References required Phone 778-840-1542 CENTRAL CASTLEGAR 1 Bdrm Small House, F/S Avail Immediately $600/mth +utilities, Ref req/long term N/S, N/P 250-365-8141
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Soccer begins at Twin Rivers Park
Avalanche finish second in tough Vancouver tourney Over the weekend the 2000 Kootenay Avalanche team came 2nd in the 38-team Mainland Hockey tournament in Vancouver. This is the first time an Avalanche team has made it to the finals of the Top Mainland Division in this tournament. The only team to beat the 2000 Avalanche team in the entire tournament was the 2000 Vancouver Selects Blue Team (rated one of the best in Western Canada) by a score of 4 - 2 in the finals.
Soccer got underway at Twin Rivers Park earlier this week. Players in the Castlegar Minor Soccer Association started playing Monday night, and will continue playing into June. Shown below are the players under the age of four, most of whom were playing for the very first time on Monday night. /Castlegar News
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