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Ultrasound service disrupted as of today KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

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As it had previously warned would happen, the Interior Health Authority (IHA) has announced that staffing shortages will result in ultrasound appointments in Castlegar not being offered on a regular basis.

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The interruption to regular service will begin today, Feb. 3, according to an IHA news release, and “is due to staff leaves combined with existing staffing vacancies and lack of replacements for these positions.” The release also stated that “Interior Health will continue to recruit for new tech-

nologists and, dependent on staffing availability, will aim to provide service directly in Castlegar when possible.” In the meantime, patients who need non-urgent scans will have to go to the hospitals in either Nelson or Trail. The health authority said it will “do everything possible” to let patients

choose which hospital they would prefer to go to. “All avenues to address the current staffing shortage are being explored, including the use of contract ultrasound services. This will allow contracted technologists to provide additional temporary service to meet the needs for the

region,” the release stated. IHA also announced that, effective Feb. 1, Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson will be unable to provide regular echocardiography (heart ultrasound) service, but will be able to book such appointments at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail.

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Falcon forced to talk health care KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Provincial leadership candidate Kevin Falcon visited the West Kootenay on Tuesday to discuss his “three L’s” of leadership: listening, learning and leading. Most of the 30 or so people who attended, however, wanted to talk health care. Arriving in Castlegar in the afternoon following a morning meet and greet in Nelson, the former health minister brought a healthy entourage, including his brother, the best man at his wedding and the current Minister of Forests, Mines and Lands Pat Bell. “We’re building an army,” Falcon said. “We’ve signed up literally thousands and thousands of people.” Although Falcon wanted to discuss the qualities he would bring to the leadership of his party, most of the questions directed at him during the hour-and-ahalf long visit were related to improving healthcare in the West Kootenay. Falcon was appointed minister of health services in mid-2009. He joked the day he was told he was going to be health minister was the day he knew he must’ve done something to upset the premier. However, he believes that by changing the direction of health care in B.C. the industry can become sustainable. He said every community in the province would love to have their own hospital but it’s the wrong decision. He told those in attendance at the Castlegar Community Complex that if he becomes premier, he would gather evidence and determine what makes the most sense for West Kootenay health care. “I can tell you one thing: you will always have all the different communities

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saying, well it should be here, it should be there, it should be whatever, but what really needs to happen is if the communities and the regional health district can actually look at the evidence and look at something that can get buy-in from the regional district, the health district, then I think that creates a lot easier case to be put forward by the health authority.” He said he understands staffing concerns are a big issue across the province, but his government has already made strides to improving the situation. “This is part of a larger problem that governments face across the country, particularly finding qualified, good people to work, especially in rural communities,” Falcon said. “Because we have a government-run system, what happened in the 1990s is

they said, ‘well, if we keep graduating more doctors and nurses it’s going to cost us money, because they’re going to come in the system and they’re expensive.’ So they actually didn’t graduate a single, additional new doctor training space or add a single new training space for doctors or nurses during that decade. Now, obviously that’s really short-sighted, so when we got elected we found that we had a really huge shortage. “So what we’ve done is, first of all, more than doubled the number of medical graduate seats, we’ve established them throughout the province, including the University of Northern B.C., University of UBC Okanagan, Vancouver Island, et cetera, to make sure we start pumping out doctors. “Same thing with nurses, we’ve add-

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Habitat laying groundwork for new build KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

The construction of a house for a Castlegar family in need is inching closer to reality, and Habitat for Humanity’s West Kootenay affiliation is hoping a fundraiser this Saturday will bring them even closer. Starting at 6 p.m., the Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a sit-down dinner, which will by served by the Rotary Interact club at St. Rita’s Parish Hall. On the menu is tiki shrimp, salad, chicken cordon bleu with baked potatoes and mousse cake for dessert. Afterward, there will be a dance and raffle. Judy Dallas of St. Rita’s Parish said so far, raffle prizes include donations from grocery stores to clothing to fitness and wellness items. Last year, the City of

Castlegar donated a plot of land on 11th Avenue for a Habitat for Humanity build. Now, money is being raised for building supplies and other materials. “We’re almost halfway to our total required,” Chuck Henderson of Habitat for Humanity said. “We did get a grant from Kootenay Savings, so that’s the main reason we’re halfway there.” The build will hopefully start this spring but Henderson suspects it might be pushed to the summer. Covering a large area of land, the West Kootenay affiliation moved their meetings to Castlegar to be closer to the community. “The St. Rita’s church has allowed us always to use their hall for meetings,” Henderson said. “We decided it would be better to hold our meetings in Castlegar now because we’re building a

house in Castlegar.” Family applications for the new house will be available soon. Habitat for Humanity aims to give a “hand up, not a hand out” to families that are caught in the rent cycle. Including property tax and insurance, the mortgage payments on a Habitat home can’t be more than 30 per cent of a family’s gross monthly income. Henderson said they have a lot of people that have volunteered to help build the house, but right now they’re in need of more volunteers to help raise funds. “Our website is active and we’re getting a lot of volunteer applications through our website,” he said. The West Kootenay affiliation of Habitat for Humanity started in 1996. Previous to the planned build in Castlegar, three homes were built in Nel-

Get up, get moving for two good causes KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Gather pledges for a good cause and get ready to skate or walk laps during the Movea-thon next weekend. Organized by the Castlegar Selkirk Lions, the first annual Move-a-thon aims to provide donations to a number of community organizations. “You choose who you want to walk for,” Joanne Baker, secretary for the Lions said. Participants can gather pledges until the day of the event on Feb. 12. Fifty per cent of the funds raised will go to the organization of their choice, and the other 50 per cent will go to the Lions, who will then in turn donate to Habitat for Humanity. But don’t worry about separating your donations.

“If everyone can bring the total amount of money that Saturday morning, the Lions will write the cheque to the organization.” The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and participants are invited to skate or complete a walking route at the Complex.

“We would like everybody to come out. It’s a healthy choice.” Joanne Baker “You can stay as long as you want,” Baker said. However, she understands people are busy and may not have time to collect pledges. “If you don’t want to collect pledges you can come that day and

drop money in the jar and all the money will go to Habitat,” she said. During the event, there will be spot draws to win prizes as well. Baker said some of the themes will be Valentine’s and Flag Day, since the fundraiser is so close to both holidays. Donations of cash are preferred, but cheques are accepted if they’re made out to the Castlegar Selkirk Lions. Pledge forms can be picked up at the Chamber of Commerce, the Community Complex or from any Lions member. “We would like everybody to come out,” Baker said. “It’s a healthy choice.” For more information, contact Luc at 250-365-6861 or Joanne at 250-3653884.

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The undeveloped lot to the right of white truck has been donated by the city to Habitat for Humanity for the charitable organization’s ﬁrst build in Castlegar. Habitat is looking for volunteers to help with its fundraising efforts.

son, including a duplex. “It’s important to us because we’ve never built a house in Castlegar,” Henderson said. Tickets for this Saturday’s event are $30 and

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We need plans not platitudes

It’s true that health-care delivery in rural areas remains a problem across the country, but simply stating this fact doesn’t excuse the lack of basic services in places like Castlegar. Unfortunately, that’s pretty much all we’ve heard from B.C. Liberal leadership candidates who have taken time to visit the West Kootenay in recent weeks. Kevin Falcon was the latest to zip through the area and the former health minister could only offer platitudes when asked what can be done to fix the problems that plague the health-care system in this part of the province. He pointed out the obvious — that staffing issues have been a challenge in rural areas for years — but offered no real solutions. He noted his government has boosted the number of doctors and nurses being trained in B.C. universities, but didn’t mention the fact that, under this same government, Castlegar lost 24-hour ER service. Today, the city also lost regular ultrasound service. The imaging machine — which only remains in Castlegar thanks to a massive public protest against plans to move it to Trail — will sit idle indefinitely because the Interior Health Authority doesn’t have the technologists to staff it. The same problem in Nelson has sidelined that city’s echocardiography (heart ultrasound) machine. During his recent visit to the region, Liberal leadership candidate George Abbott called out the IHA over these kinds of problems, but the hypocrisy of his comments were correctly pointed out in last week’s letter to the editor from Sally Williams of the Castlegar & District Health Watch Society. Health care is a provincial responsibility. It’s about time our provincial leaders started offering up some real plans to bring to rural areas a basic level of service that anyone living in a larger centre would take for granted. We want to hear from you.

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Eclectic selection for Canada Reads What a strange combination! You choose a number of Canadian celebrities and then have them pick a book by a Canadian author. The celebrity proceeds to defend the chosen book on CBC radio as a book worthy to be read by all Canadians. This year’s Canada Reads program can be heard on CBC Radio One on Feb. 7, 8, and 9 at 11:30 a.m. or 8:00 p.m. — or it can be streamed at the Canada Reads website. The idea is that one book will be eliminated per day until a winner emerges. The celebrities debate each book’s merits and then vote to eliminate one title per day. On the website, you can express your thoughts about the books and the day’s radio commentary. This year’s choices are once again an eclectic grouping of novels beginning with Terry Fallis’ The Best Laid Plans. The author of this novel is president of his own public relations agency. Having worked for government, he knows much about how government works, and so he has written a satire of national politics. The only humorous book in the lot, it won the Stephen Leacock medal for humour in 2008. A friend of mine tells me that The Birth House by American-turnedKim Magi Reporter

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Nova Scotian Ami McKay will be the likely winner. It is a novel about the miracle of birth and the ancient, often mysterious tradition of midwifery in small-town Nova Scotia during the early 20th century. It features a young midwife who learns the profession at an early age. The Bone Cage by Angie Abdou will be a local favourite because Angie was chosen for the 2009 One Book One Kootenay library tour and visited here. An instructor at the College of the Rockies, she has written a novel about two young athletes who are in severe training regimes for the Olympics — the woman in swimming and the man in wrestling. The sentimental favourite will be Carol Shield’s Unless, partly because Shields is deceased and partly because she’s viewed by the Canadian literati as one of Canada’s top writers. Her novel follows a woman who has everything in life but is miserable. Her life falls apart when her daughter chooses a life on the street over what the standard life offers. The unknown in this group of five books is Jeff Lemire’s Essex County. This book is a graphic novel (think “comic book” style) and at first I thought it was a joke to include it. Then I thought it certainly would be the first one to be voted off the Chris Hopkyns Publisher

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Canada Reads program. Then I borrowed it from the Selkirk College library and read (or found my way through) it. Essex County is a good book, and it keeps you thinking about the nature of living. The author is actually a comics illustrator who has written graphic novels before and won many awards for them. There are flashbacks and minimalist, highly emotional scenes featuring families that are fragmented and one old man on the verge of Alzheimer’s disease. Even as his mind is failing, he flashes back to his youth learning to skate and play hockey on a creek. And he revisits through memory his good times playing semi-pro hockey with his brother. The celebrities discussing these books range from Ali Velsha, an award-winning CNN chief business correspondent to Georges Laraque, a retired NHL hockey player who was known as the tough guy wherever he played. Added to this duo are Debbie Travis, a well-known TV producer known most recently for All for One, and song-writer/musician Sara Quin of the indie musical sensation, Tegan and Sara. Lorne Cardinal, a Canadian actor best known for his role as a police officer in Corner Gas, is the final defender. Steve Maloff Circulation Manager

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Atamanenko an active, honest voice in Ottawa I recently received an advertisement from the Harper candidate who wants to replace B.C. Southern Interior NDP MP Alex Atamenenko as our voice in Ottawa. The ad betrays an alarming lack of perspective and judgment when he accuses Alex Atamanenko of being all talk and no action. Anyone but the most biased who has been awake for the past half decade has to agree that Alex is one of the hardest working people in the communities of our region.

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February FEB. 5: VALENTINE’S DINNER AND DANCE. This event is spon-

sored by the Knights of Columbus. All profits will go to Habitat for Humanity, Castlegar Branch. Habitat is building a house in Castlegar! Come out and show your support. This event will take place at St. Rita’s Church hall, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30.Tickets may be obtained from the Knights, at the church office Tues to Thurs from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Joey’s Only or Habitat members. For further information call Judy at 250-304-2790. FEB. 9: GLADE RECREATION AGM.

Everybody welcome. 7 p.m. at the Glade Hall. FEB. 10: NEW VISION HOUSING SOCIETY AGM. 6 p.m. at

Castlegar Christian Fellowship, 1801 Connors Rd. (below Dairy Queen.) For more info: Elmer Williams at 250-365-3333. FEB.10: CAFÉ JAZZ 2011 AT MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL. Want a fan-

tastic way to help cure those Winter Blues? Do you love to listen to local musicians and savor decadent desserts, in an intimate café setting? If this sounds tempting to you, the Mt. Sentinel Stage Band invites you to attend the annual “Café Jazz” fundraiser at the school on Thursday February 10, 2011, from 6:30-9:30 pm, featuring popular local band “Playmor Junction Big Band!” This year, Café Jazz will feature performances from “Playmor Junction Big Band”, the Mt. Sentinel Stage Band and Jazz Combo Band. There will be decadent desserts, coffee, tea, juices and a silent auction. Admission at the door is $5, and desserts and drinks are individually priced. Please come join us for an evening of toe tapping, shoulder swaying music and great desserts! Money raised will help offset the cost for the students attending the jazz festival.For more information, please contact Susan Wilson at 250-2267751 or swilson@direct.ca.

FEB. 12: LIONS 1ST ANNUAL “MOVE-A-THON”. At the Castle-

gar Complex 10 a.m. - noon. Everyone invited to skate or walk to fundraise for Castlegar’s first Habitat for Humanity home. 50/50 split for charity of your choice and Lions for donation to Habitat project. Let’s make our “moves” to “move” them closer to their goal. Pledge forms at Complex, Chamber or Lions member. More info: Luc 365-6861 or Joanne 365-3884. FEB. 12: CASTLEGAR SENIOR’S ANNIVERSARY DINNER & DANCE AT THE COMPLEX. Happy Hour

5 - 6 p.m. with Dinner at 6 p.m. Music by Don Hollis. Tickets available at Senior’s Lounge. FEB. 18: AUSTRALIA PRESENTATION. 7 p.m. at the Castlegar

United Church (next to Kinnaird Clinic) there will be a presentation, at our request, by Terry and Liz Fleet on their recent trip to Australia. We are planning on a fun and informative evening and all are welcome to join us. No admission charge. FEB. 19: CASTLEGAR NORDIC SKI CLUB 25TH ANNUAL FUN “TROLL LOPPET.” This Cross Country

Skiing fun event will be held at the Paulson Cross Country Ski Trails 33 km west of Castlegar. Participants will recieve a participation award with juice and snacks being provided at the finish line. Parking is available at the Mud Lake parking lot adjacent to the Viking Centre with the loppet scheduled to start at 9 a.m. Loppet registration and information is available at www.castlegarnordic. ca and Source for Sports (Mallard’s) in Castlegar. FEB. 26: 6TH ANNUAL FISHING DERBY.Tickets on Sale - Jan. 16.

Only 100 tickets, entry deadline is Feb. 13, $30.00 entry fee is $20.00 for Cash payout and $10 for the BBQ. Biggest Rainbow, Dolly or Kokanee for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place cash prizes, plus lots of other prizes. FEB. 26: AN EVENING TO WARM YOUR CULTURED SOUL! Come

to the Kootenay Gallery on Sat. Feb. 26 at 6:30 and take part in the Soup for the Cultured Soul event. Your ticket affords you a choice of pottery bowl, which you take home with you at the end of the evening, the opportunity to sample a smorgasbord of soups prepared and served by our local chefs, breads created by local bakeries and wine. The Kootenay Gallery, Krueckl Financial, The Element Club

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Bar and Grill and Sculpturewalk Castlegar have teamed up to organize this event as a fundraiser for the gallery as well as to showcase our local artists and culinary professionals. Tickets are $40 each, $35 for gallery members and are available at the Gallery located across from the Castlegar Airport adjacent to the Doukhobor Discovery Centre on Heritage Way. For more information contact the gallery at 365-3337 or visit their website at wwww.kootenaygallery.com

March MARCH 4 - 6: THE KOOTENAY HOME & LIFESTYLE EXPO. Host-

ed by the Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce, March 4th, 5th 6th at Selkirk College Castlegar. Many vendors will be showcasing their products and services for your home, garden, leisure/recreational and you. See the latest in design, technology and innovation at one of the largest shows in the Kootenays! As a key event in the Region the show brings potential customers from all over B.C., Alberta and the U.S. Spaces are now available inside and out so avoid disappointment contact the Castlegar Chamber at 250365-6313 or tourism@castlegar. com.for more information. MARCH 31: CASTLEGAR’S 2011 ART WALK - CALL FOR ENTRIES DEADLINE. Applications are

now being received for artists’ participation in Castlegar’s 15th Art Walk, which runs from June 27 to Sept. 12, 2011. Forms are available from the Arts Council - castlegararts@gmail.com - or at Biznet 1502 Columbia Ave.

Ongoing ONGOING: CASTLEGAR A.A. MEETINGS AT THE PIONEER ARENA. Sun. at 10 a.m. (phone Mike

at 365-8302), Tues. at 7 p.m. (phone Dennis at 365-2738), Thurs. at 8 p.m. (phone Jim at 365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m. (phone Leonard at 365-7805.) 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: 250-304-2885 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR MEDICAL ASSOCIATES’ DR. ERICA ALEX IS ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS.

New to the area, Dr. Alex is currently accepting new patients for her practice. Call 365-2161 or visit the office at 1008 Columbia Ave. ONGOING: ROBSON MARKET IS BACK! Every Sunday 8

- 11 a.m. except long weekends. Breakfast and vendors. For tables: 365-3796 or 3650031. ONGOING: MEAT DRAW - EVERYONE WELCOME. Every Sat-

urday. Royal Canadian Legion, 248 Columbia Ave. First draw starts 4 p.m. Free pool. Bring your friends and have an afternoon of fun. ONGOING: BLUEBERRY CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL HUB’S PROGRAMS ARE BACK UP AND RUNNING AGAIN AFTER THE HOLIDAY BREAK. We have two

spots available in our Play to Learn Preschool. Both are two days a week; one is Mon. and Wed. afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. and the other is Tues. and Thurs. afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Call Manager Lori Fowler for more information at 365-7201. Also, our Blueberry Buds Daycare has few spots available for children aged 3-5 years. Call Manager Lori Fowler for more information at 365-7201. Terri Youngblut, our Blueberry Patch Afterschool Care Manager, also has spots available for children grades K-7. Busing is available from Kinnaird Elementary, Twin Rivers Elementary and Castlegar Primary Schools. Call Terri at 250-304-3860 for more information. ONGOING: ROBSON STRONGSTART. Robson StrongStart

Centre is a free early learning program for parents/caregivers with young children. Join us for snack, art, stories, gym time and music. We are open Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. from 8:30-11:30am, and Thursday from 12:30-3:30pm. For more information call Alana at 304-6862. Offered by Robson Community School and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy. ONGOING: ADULT UPGRADING.

Adult Upgrading Program is a free program for parents to upgrade math, English and/or study skills with an instructor from Selkirk College. This program is held at Kootenay Family Place (behind Chop-

sticks) on Mon. and Wed. afternoons from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Childcare and snacks are provided. For more information call Alana at 304-6862. Offered by Selkirk College, Kootenay Family Place and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy.

ONGOING: MOTHER GOOSE.Cuddle,

communicate and connect with your 0-12 month old. Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. at the Castlegar and District Public Library - Jan.19 – Mar.9. To register call 365-6611. Offered by the Castlegar & District Public Library and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy.

ONGOING: USCC CULTURAL INTERPRETIVE SOCIETY meets ev-

ery Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Doukhobor Arts and Crafts Centre, 820 Markova Rd., beside the Brilliant Cultural Centre.

ONGOING: ESL PRGRAMS. Are

you new to the community or to Canada? Do you need help learning English or getting to know your community? English as a Second Language (ESL) programs include language classes for adults, ESL Family Drop-in for families with young children and one to one tutoring. All programs are free! For more information please call Alana at 304-6862. Offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, Castlegar Public Library and Kootenay Family Place.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR WINTER OF COMMUNITY LEARNING. In-

troducing three exciting and FREE professional development opportunities to fire up your brain cells and stimulate your community-focused thought processes during these cold winter months. All three workshops will take place at the Fireside Inn and will include meals. The remaining topics to be explored are as follows: The Futures Game – Understanding how planning decisions can affect your community’s future, on Feb. 16 from 5 – 8:30 p.m. (dinner provided.) Your Voice and Public Policy – How to advocate for structural/systemic change, on March 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided.) To register online, please visit surveymonkey.com/s/winterlearning and complete the short form. You can also print off the page, fill it out manually, and fax it to 250-352-6712 . To register by phone, call Colleen at 250-352-6786.

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Donations for Cole in trust to the Walters family can be made at Heritage Credit Union (next to Safeway) where the donor may receive a deposit slip, or at Yule Anderson CA (above Anderson Insurance), where the donor can receive a receipt. Donations for Cole in trust to the Hoodicoff family can be made at Kootenay Savings Credit Union, or at Kootenay Society for Community Living. The fundraiser, organized by Marla Gauchier, Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paternal aunt, at the Castlegar Complex raised $11,000 in assistance for Cole. All of these proceeds went to the Hoodicoff family trust fund for Cole. Additionally, a BMO bank account number was advertised and any money collected at BMO was deposited into the Hoodicoff trust fund for Cole. To my understanding this account is now closed. The initial fundraiser, organized by Gord Hatch, Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maternal uncle, and Lana Paulson-McCreight, at the Lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head Pub raised over $3,000 . The Element Nightclub fundraiser, organized by long-time family friend, Nikki Leggett, raised nearly $2,000, including a $500 donation made by the West Kootenay Toy Run Association. All of these proceeds were deposited into the Walters family trust fund for Cole. Upcoming fundraisers for Cole are scheduled at the Arlington Hotel in Trail (Feb. 10), Dairy Queen in Castlegar (Feb. 2), Robson Community Hall (Feb. 19), and Petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Needs Plus (Feb. 7-12). In addition to these fundraisers, both families have placed donation jars at many locations around town. I am deeply moved by the communitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; prayers, thoughts, and offers of support. Thank you to all of you who have taken the time to say a prayer for Cole, it is the faith I have that keeps me going each and every day and gives me the strength to uplift Cole. A huge thank you is due to all of you. I will continue to give updates of Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress along this journey. Please allow us to continue feeling the power of your prayers. God Bless. Amy Walters (Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mom)

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On Jan. 3, my son, Cole Hoodicoff, 11, suffered a lifealtering spinal cord injury while skiing at Red Mountain. The fall has rendered him unable to control or feel sensation in his body below his chest. This traumatic injury has laid a road of enormous challenges. He is faced with the notion that he may not regain the sensation or mobility. He is faced with a completely new lifestyle and diet. He is faced with extended periods of time where he will not be able to be with his younger brother Caden, 7, and baby sister, Jayda, 2. He is faced with a completely new world. Up until now, I have remained with Cole in Vancouver and only now have had a chance to address the public. I would like to take this time to tell you a little bit about Cole and how he is doing now. Cole is creative, intelligent, artistic and kind. He enjoys building things, understanding how things work, and has an appreciation for knowledge of animals, machines, and science. His favourite thing to watch is the Discovery channel. He cares about othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; feelings more than his own and has a strong, protective big brother instinct towards his younger siblings. Prior to his accident he was determined to become a hockey player and was becoming a very good skier. Cole has a huge heart and truly appreciates his friends â&#x20AC;&#x201D; he would do anything for them. The accident caused a concussion that is now healed and Cole is completely himself in mind. He is the same boy he has always been, enjoys the same things, and can complete the same homework and other mental tasks. He has (and has always had) full use of his arms and hands, which he appreciates and is so grateful for. He no longer requires the assistance of numerous tubes and machines as he did in the first 10 days following the accident. He was moved to Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children on Jan. 26 for rehabilitation, where he will remain for a period of at least three months. He is enjoying his new room and windows that open for fresh air as well as short periods outside in his wheelchair. He remains in good spirits and shares in the hope and faith that he will fully recover. He

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has shown determination and strength that I myself cannot even fathom to contain in the face of his young life. The road ahead is tremendous and to us it already feels like an eternity has passed. Cole will need many things when he returns home, including a wheelchair, a lift, an accessible bathroom, an effective vehicle for transportation, psychological support, and will also need to make regular visits to Vancouver for ongoing care. I have read about the amazing fundraising that has taken place, and is ongoing in Castlegar and surrounding areas to help with these expenses and it truly makes me proud to be a part of the Kootenays. I cannot express how touched I am that our communities have banded together to help my son. Because Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father (Brad Hoodicoff ) and I (Amy Walters) are separated (2008), Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s injury has not only caused one home to need assistance, but two. Although Cole and his siblings live with me full-time, his father will also need resources necessary for care. Therefore, in the midst of this tragedy, two trust funds have been established: one by the Hoodicoff family, and one by the Walters family. Both trusts are dedicated to helping each family afford the costs of medical equipment, home renovations, medical treatment, travel, lodging, regular expenses incurred while Brad and I cannot work, and other unforeseeable expenses that may arise due to Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s injury. All donations are appreciated beyond belief; however, in lieu of donations, prayers for Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full recovery are invaluable at this time.

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Lenders of last resort A payday loan is a short-term, unsecured loan of $1,500 or less that must be paid back within 62 days. It is called a payday loan because typically a person who needs money borrows it with the promise to repay the next time they get paid. The borrower provides a post-dated cheque or completes a pre-authorized debit form allowing the lender to withdraw the funds from the borrowerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account on the agreed upon date. All payday lenders operating in B.C. are required to be licensed by Consumer Protection B.C. and must follow the rules laid out in the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act. Here are some of the important things to know: The most a payday lender can charge you is 23 per cent of the amount borrowed. This includes all fees and interest. All payday lenders must have a poster in their office showing the rates they charge. Beware companies that require you to pay any fees up front â&#x20AC;&#x201D; this is illegal. Any fees must be added into the cost of the loan and are repayable by the end of the term. When you take out a payday loan, the lender must give you a copy of the written agreement showing all charges and explaining your cancellation rights. You must also receive a copy of the cancellation form. You have the right to cancel the loan by the end of the following day without charge. You also have the right to repay the loan at any time before the due date without being charged extra. Payday lenders cannot loan you more than 50 per cent of your net income during the term of the loan. In addition, lenders cannot give you more than one loan at once, extend or renew a loan at an additional cost

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Volunteers sought to help complete simple tax returns KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready or not, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that time again: tax season. Since many people break out in sweats at the thought of completing their taxes or coming up with the money to have someone else do it, the Canada Revenue Agency is looking for volunteers to help through a system organized by the Castlegar and District Community Services Society (CDCSS.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need volunteers like you to provide this important community service to individuals who have low incomes and simple tax situations,â&#x20AC;? the revenue agency said. Margit Hess, CDCSS board member is recruiting volunteers for this year, and said training takes place on Feb. 15 at 9 a.m. at the Castlegar Complex. No heavy-duty math skills are required to volunteer, and there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a certain amount of time you have to commit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anybody whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interested can volunteer,â&#x20AC;? she said. Volunteers wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be required to complete complicated tax forms, such as those for the deceased, bankrupt individuals or individuals who report capital gains or losses, employment expenses or rental income and expenses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the very simplest kind where they just have Canada pensions and old age pensions,â&#x20AC;? she said. Once trained, volunteers will help complete tax forms in April. Volunteers must respect confidentiality, decline offers of monetary reward and return all personal documents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a volunteer, you will meet people who, like you, want to lend a hand at tax time,â&#x20AC;? according to the revenue agency. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you are providing a service to those who many need it the most.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The [revenue agency] supports the program by providing training, software and a kit of handy reference material to every community organization and volunteer across the 4 country.â&#x20AC;? ! :3 3 4(+ 64 4( ' ( 4& ''4, 4 4(4 4 4 4(4 8 ' *4( 4(44 If interested, potential volunteers must sign 444444444444444444444444444444444 8 ' *4( 43B24=43-@484@@ 4 # ;4 up by Feb. 7 by visiting www.cra-arc.gc.ca/vol4 unteer and clicking â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lend a hand! Become a ! :3 3 ''4 4 ' 4, 4 4 4 44 tax volunteer.â&#x20AC;? 4 4 4 # ' + 4 # 4 ( + 4( 4 4 (''4 Hess said she hopes people will consider be4 4 4 <44-3285BB54444444 (*<44-3282?5/4444444 +( '<44 # #1 ( ' ( ; (4 coming a volunteer. 4 â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we have more volunteers we can help " 4 ,' 4 ( 4 4 , 4 ' 4 4 4 4 ( 4 (''4 4 & 4 , ' # 4 ( 4 4 4 4 more people,â&#x20AC;? she said. 4( 4, 4 4(+ + 4 4 4 '(&47??4( 4 4 4, 4 ( 4 4 4 4 For more information, call Hess at 365-8152, Andrew Earnshaw at CDCSS at 365-2104, or & 4 ,+ 4 4+( 4 ( 4 4 4(+ + ;4 contact the Canada Revenue Agency at 1-8004 4 4 4 4 4, '(&4+( 4, 4 4( 4 4 (''64/3?4 ' +, (4 # 64 ( ' ( 64 ; ;44 959-8281. 4 '( 4, 4 ( 4. ( 4 4 ( 4 * 4 4 ( 4 ' ( 04, & 4 4 4 47<-?4 Please Keep Your (;+;4( 4/<-?4 ;+;4 +4" ( 64%( ( 4B564B?@@44 4 ( 64 , ( 4564B?@@64 ' # ;4 Walkways Clear & Safe 4 Please l hhelp l us ensure the h safety f !+* 3 $ 3( 3 3 ' 3 3 3 !+' 3 ( 3& ''3 3+ 3 3+ 3 ! '93 of your carrier and keep driveways, 3 sidewalks and walkways clear of any ice and/or snow. ( 4( 4 ( ' ( 64 ; ;4 4B5 4 ( 4 4%( ( 64B?@@;4 Thank T hank you fro from om aallll o off us! 4 '4 ( $ 44 4 4 # ' + 4 # 4 1810 8th Ave, Castlegar 250.365.NEWS (6397)

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CIBC Shares the Wealth TOP: Sean Moore of CIBC presents Nettie Stupnikoff, John Voykin, Polly Chernoff and Sherley Gorkoff of the Castlegar and District Hospital Foundation with a cheque for $5,000 last Friday. Stupnikoff, who is president of the foundation, said the money will go towards the ventilator they’re currently raising money for. This brings the total up to $23,000, and the foundation still needs to raise another $12,000. BOTTOM: Valerie Fontes of CIBC presents Deb Chmara of the Castlegar Emergency Society Services a cheque for $1,000. Chmara said the donation will potentially be used for ﬁrst aid training and the Red Cross Recovery Program. Kim Magi photos

Eagle’s Eye A bird that we believe is an adolescent bald eagle making the transition from its young plumage to the species’ more distinct black-andwhite adult look sits perched in a tree off of King Avenue in Castlegar. (Bird experts, feel free to correct us if we’ve misidentiﬁed it: newsroom@ catlegarnews.com) Robson Fletcher photo

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George Hadikin It is with great sadness the family of George Hadikin announces his passing. George, devoted husband to Elma, the love of his life for 65 years, passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2011 at Talarico Place. George was born in the Doukhobor settlement at Ooteshenia on November 4, 1923 to George and Helen Hadikin. George was the second eldest of four brothers. When George was twelve years old the family moved to Pass Creek to begin living in a communal village with extended family members. George completed six years of public schooling, after which time he began working at age-appropriate jobs such as caring for livestock, haying, preparing ďŹ rewood and assisting the family with household tasks. In his teens, George sought out jobs to assist the family ďŹ nancially. These included riding the rails to the Okanagan with his buddies to work in the orchards.

Twelve teams participated in the tournament: South Okanagan, Trail Young Guns, Beaver Valley Hawks, Nelson Warriors, Beaver Valley Eagles, Penticton, Rossland-Trail Generals and the Grand Forks Bruins, as well as the three Castlegar teams and Creston. This weekend the Castlegar Minor Hockey Association will host the Pee Wee House tournament, with games taking place all weekend at the Pioneer Arena and Complex starting Friday night. /Castlegar News

When he was 15, claiming to be eighteen, he began working at Waldieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, a local sawmill. The training and experience he gained there ultimately led to his own logging and lumber manufacturing business which he began with his three brothers. Eventually the business employed up to 150 local workers, many who remained with the company for 35 years. Workers treasured his dedication to principles of respect, fairness and integrity. George was a self trained bookkeeper/accountant, acquiring certiďŹ cation through correspondence courses. In his role as lumber broker he oversaw sales locally and to overseas and US markets, subsequently forming many friendships with fellow brokers who frequented Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home to share meals with the family and learn about Doukhobor cultural traditions. George was admired for his intelligence, integrity, sensitivity and generosity. After completing a short apprentice-like training at the Boundary Co-op in Grand Forks, George was hired at the Kootenay Columbia Co-op as its ďŹ rst manager. The KC Co-op, located at Brilliant, was established in the early 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. George strongly embraced co-operative values and was ahead of his times in sustainability practices in his endeavors. George never faltered from his belief in non-violence and remained a life-long paciďŹ st. This deep belief system was the foundation for his being a vegetarian. During the era of the Vietnam draft dodgers coming to the area, George, along with his family members, was known to extend moral and physical support to the brave young women and men, resulting in wideranging friendships. More recently, George frequently participated in local peace marches and anti-war protests. George lived by a high ethical standard. He was guided by a meaningful trust in God and the Doukhobor principles of daily life. He was a life member of the USCC. He seldom missed the local United Nations (KRUNA) meetings and last year both George and Elma were honored to receive recognition of their dedicated service to this organization. George was a lover of books and a reader par excellence. Being very ďŹ&#x201A;uent both in English and Russian, George read volumes. He had a diverse range of literary interests. He had a passion for knowledge and a thirst for learning about the aďŹ&#x20AC;airs of the world. He was very well versed in the writings of the Doukhobor leaders and had an in-depth knowledge of Doukhobor history. George loved the CBC and had no fewer than 5 radios positioned strategically around the house and yard to keep informed of current events.

ON THIS PAGE: The Castlegar Jr. Rebels play the Grand Forks Bruins en route to their victory in the weekend tournament.

George was appreciated for his great sense of humour. He never failed to put a smile on the face of his family and acquaintances. He loved to play practical jokes on his children and grandchildren; he was very much cherished for his ability to see a brighter side to lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trials and tribulations. George was the devoted father of Hannah, Viola (Steve) Drew and Lorne. He was a proud grandfather to Lyna (Philip) Maxwell of Chilliwack, Wendi (Chris) PostnikoďŹ&#x20AC; of Toronto, Heidi (Guido) PostnikoďŹ&#x20AC; of Nelson and Cory (Gabriella) Drew of Edmonton. He was a great-grandfather to Deanna and Emma Maxwell, Jasmyn and Scott Drew and their mother Shannon Roach and Sophie and Lilyahna Drew. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was enormously cherished by his wife Elma and will be deeply missed by his family. The void left in our lives with his passing will not be readily ďŹ lled; we take comfort in knowing that he is at peace in Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loving realm. George was predeceased by his parents and brothers Pete, Fred and Nick, his son-in-law Mike PostnikoďŹ&#x20AC; in 1991 and his beloved grandson Devon Drew in 2006. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Lisa Vasil, the medical care providers and the caring staďŹ&#x20AC; of Talarico Place; to the relatives and friends who came to the service at the Castlegar Funeral Chapel and at Brilliant Cultural Centre. Special thanks to JJ Verigin, for having braved the severe snowfall and adverse road conditions, to oďŹ&#x20AC;er his deep words of solace. Thank you to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teotaâ&#x20AC;? Laura Verigin for her condolences expressed by phone; to the psalmists for their prayful, harmonious psalms and songs of comfort. To the Ladies Catering Group, thank you for the preparation of the superb borsht and meal. Sincere thanks to Leonard Voykin for his gracious oďŹ&#x192;ciating and to Bill StrilaeďŹ&#x20AC; and staďŹ&#x20AC; of Castlegar Funeral Chapel. Thank you to those who sent condolences by phone, email and cards, for the ďŹ&#x201A;owers and the donations to Iskra. Last, but by no means least, thank to the pall bearers and the grave diggers in preparing Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ nal resting place and to Sam Hadikin for the snow clearing.

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The Kootenay Gallery presents the next concert in its TD Canada Trust Sunday coffee concert series at the Kootenay Gallery in Castlegar. Join us for a special Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concert of romantic music for clarinet and strings featuring Nicola Everton on clarinet and La Cafamour String Quartet. The program includes music by Carl Maria von Weber, Philip Glass and the beautiful clarinet quintet by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as heard in the famous love scene from the movie Out of Africa. Clarinetist Nicola Everton has recently become a resident of the Kootenays after spending over 20 years as a member of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. As a symphony musician, she has enjoyed touring Asia and North America with the orchestra, performing with a variety of international artists including Yo-Yo Ma, the Chieftains, Diana Krall and Leslie Feist and for various dignitaries including the Dalai Lama and the Queen. Nicola has also enjoyed performing chamber music concerts and teaching numerous students as a private teacher and as a member of the Vancouver Academy

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Kootenay Gallery Sunday Concert will feature Nicola Everton on clarinet.

of Music faculty. She has performed and taught in summer festivals in Sun Valley, Idaho and at the University of British Columbia. La Cafamour String Quartet, based in the West Kootenay, formed in 2008 and includes members Jeff

Faragher, cello, Alexis More, viola both from Nelson and Rossland local Carolyn Cameron on violin. Making it a family affair, Angela Snyder from Front Royal, Virginia will join sister Carolyn for a guest appearance on violin. This concert will be

held at the Kootenay Gallery on Sunday, Feb. 13 at 1:30 p.m. General Admission is $10 and $8 for Kootenay Gallery members. For more information call 250-365-3337 or visit www.kootenaygallery.com. /Submitted by Kootenay Gallery

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Call for Submissions Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, invite individuals of all artistic disciplines, arts, culture and heritage groups in the Columbia Basin to apply for project funding.

www.basinculture.com, or call CKCA at 1.877.505.7355 or email wkrac@telus.net. Deadline for applications is March 11, 2011 or March 25, 2011, depending on the program.

Program brochures and application forms are available online at Administered and managed by: PO Box 103 Nelson BC V1L 5P7 1.877.505.7355 wkrac@telus.net www.basinculture.com

The Show Must Go On The Rossland Light Opera Players put on two performances of their original musical Plenty of Nothin’ as part of the annual dinner theatre hosted by the Castlegar Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club last weekend. The club hosted two evenings of supper and singing at the Castlegar Community Complex, and the funds raised will go towards its various local and international projects. A focus for the local funds this year will be the installation of outdoor ﬁtness equipment in Castlegar, likely at Twin Rivers Park.

Achieving success is a challenge. Recognizing it is a pleasure. Congratulations! KPMG is pleased to announce that Shelley Cameron, from our Bankruptcy & Insolvency practice, has successfully completed the Insolvency Administration Course, as a complement to her Insolvency Counsellor’s qualiﬁcation.

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Nomination deadline extended to Feb. 12 for Interior Music Awards The Interior of B.C. is graced with incredible talent doing new and interesting things, so the B.C. Interior Music Awards has honored the achievements of our homegrown artists since 2008. Our challenge is to connect with real people in all of these B.C. communities and then celebrate them and enjoy their talents on stage April 23 at the Kelowna Community Theatre. This connection has been happening through their online nominations on at www.bcima.org which were originally to be finished on Jan. 31. The B.C. Interior Music Awards organizers are happy to announce an extension of this nomination process to Feb. 12 at midnight. The word is spreading throughout the province and organizers are pleased with the new talent surfacing and know that the last few weeks will enable even more to be involved. On Feb. 13, each of the nominees will be turned over

to the judges for the preliminary round, choosing the top three in each of the 27 artistic categories, recognizing the best in all genres. The final award winners are chosen in March by the second team of qualified jurors. The show in April will feature unique collaborative performances by both this year’s nominees and previous winners. Artists performing at the music awards are highly accomplished in their careers and will showcase in front of 800 people, including 300 of their own peers. We applaud all the supporters involved in this year’s show. Astral Radio is excited to support the artists this year in the development and delivery of their music and is leading the charge with their continued support of this event. The awards show provides a platform for artist promotion with a forum for publicity and promotional opportunities. This year it looks like

we can expand on that promotion with the addition of performance stages for winners. Several of the provinces festivals are coming forward with support in the form of a BCIMA Performance Stage. Stay tuned! Tell your musicians to get to www.BCIMA.org to nominate so all of the categories can go forward. Be sure to then notify your fans to nominate you on the site for the People’s Choice Award. This is the ONLY fannominated award this year but it again carries weight in that the top six votes on Feb. 13 will proceed to all Astral Radio sites for the public to choose a winner. And mark April 23 on your calendars for the hottest music ticket in the B.C. Interior. Discover the regions most talented and diverse performers — all in one exciting evening! /Submitted by B.C. Interior Music Awards

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Phil Angrignon Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a problem common to men over the age of 45. The cause of the problem is insufficient blood flow to the penis. Men often don’t want to talk about it but it is important to share this information with your doctor. ED can sometimes be a warning sign of artery disease which can lead to heart and stroke problems. Talk about it. Early detection is very important in most diseases and being aware of any changes in your body functions shouldn’t be ignored. For example, changes in urinary habits like difficulty in urinating or feelings of incomplete voiding of the bladder can sometimes mean a prostate problem. The problem could be a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate or something more serious. Get it checked. Weight-loss is a common goal at this time of year. There are so many benefits to losing those extra pounds. The stress on your hips, knees and ankles will be lessened and may prevent inflammation and arthritis in those joints. Joint replacement are wonderful but it’s better to take care of what we’ve got. One of the big milestones in medicine was the germ theory. Back in 1847, an Austrian physician noticed that women died in childbirth through infection transferred by doctors from one person to another. At the end of the 19th century, 30% of deaths were caused by infection. At the end of the 20th century, only 4%. Work continues to be done to find ways of reducing the transfer of infection from g y is certainlyy one of them. person to person. Washingg yyour hands regularly

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PUBLIC NOTICE 2011 CITY OF CASTLEGAR UTILITY INVOICE 460 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 1G6 The City of Castlegar 2011 Utility Invoices have now been mailed. Please contact City Hall at 365-7227 if you have not received your Utility Invoice. Utility fees are levied to maintain and upgrade Water and Sewer systems as well as to provide garbage collection and disposal services to the community. The average property owner will receive a discount of $50.90 if they pay their utility invoice, in full, by February 28, 2011. Payments received after February 28, 2011 will not receive the discount. Payment may be made at most ďŹ nancial institutions, through internet, ATM, or telebanking. You may also pay by mail or in person at City Hall, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. The City accepts cash, cheque or debit but does not accept credit cards.

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The Council of Canadians (COC) Nelson Chapter & Alex Atamanenko, MP invite you to

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The CanadaEuropean Union Comprehensive Economic & Trade Agreement

Friday, Feb. 11 Nelson United Church 7:30pm Special Guest Speaker: Peter Julian International Trade Critic, Federal NDP Guest panelists: COC, WK EcoSociety, & IBEW speakers & RDCK VP, MLA & MP How we produce energy, grow food & supply water, to public services, government local contracting & procurement is on the table, with concerns of undue power & influence of European corporations. Inform yourself about this challenge to Canadian sovereignty! Info: 250-352-5274 / 1-800-667-2393 www.Canadians.org/trade/issues/EU or www.alexndp.ca

HELP BUILD BC HYDROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MICA PROJECTS BC Hydro is currently working on projects to upgrade and expand the Mica Generating Station with the installation of two additional 500 megawatt generating units into empty bays 5 and 6. Construction will start in early spring 2011. The work, expected to take 4 years, will be completed by two main contractors. BC Hydro has contracted Andritz Hydro to supply and install the turbine and generating unit. BC Hydro has not yet awarded the civil contract for the concrete work required to house the new turbine and generating unit.

Employment Opportunities Construction of the Mica Projects is expected to require roughly 650 person years of trades work over four years. Labour needs will change as the project goes through the construction stages. In the ďŹ rst year of the project, contractors are expected to hire:

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are unable to recruit senior leadership volunteers to organize this important community event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an incredibly difficult position to be in,â&#x20AC;? says Linda Morris, CEO of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, BC/Yukon Region. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The communities of the West Kootenays have always been so supportive, but without the volunteer leadership we need, we simply canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sustain the event in Castlegar.â&#x20AC;? Can y o u help? The Canad i a n Breast Cancer Foundation, BC/Yukon Region is seeking dedicated, community-minded, leadership volunteers to plan and execute the 20th annual Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure, scheduled to take place on Sunday, Oct. 2 in Castlegar. Experienced volunteers are needed to lead the volunteer organizing committee in all aspects of Run day planning. This is a yearround commitment, with peak months being April through October. Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills are needed, and experience working with a committee preferred. This is an amazing opportunity to connect with hundreds of other volunteers across Canada for a meaningful cause â&#x20AC;&#x201D; creating a future without breast cancer by the year 2020. Those interested in volunteering or who would like more information may contact Talea Pecora, director, Run for the Cure, at 1-800561-6111, extension 230, or via e-mail at tpecora@cbcf.org. You can also apply online at www.cbcf.org/bcyukon. The application deadline is Friday, Feb. 18.

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First division title since 1996 CHRIS WAHL Castlegar News Rebels Reporter

The Castlegar Rebels got through a busy weekend with flying colours, winning four straight games and clinching their first division title since 1996. They needed 50 shots, but the Rebels found a way to solve 16-yearold Jeremy Muosseau and the Kimberley Dynamiters Friday night. Anthony DeLong’s go-ahead power-play goal midway through the second period lifted Castlegar out of a 2-2 tie as they fired their way to a 5-3 victory at the Kimberley Civic Centre. DeLong enjoyed a multi-point night, as did defenceman Tyler Jones and forward Ryan Aynsley. Muosseau, a 16-year-old callup making only his fourth appearance of the season for his hometown team, stymied Rebel shooters all evening long, and was named the game’s first star. The Rebels returned home Saturday to post a 4-0 shutout over the Princeton Posse. Princeton, who entered play with 21 fewer victories than the Rebels this season, proved a difficult challenge despite having leading scorer Spencer Kristensen on the sidelines. DeLong provided the only scoring through the game’s first two periods, tucking a backhand shot underneath Posse goaltender Brett Patchett 3:37 into the second period. Erik Wentzel, Stuart Walton and Spencer Brodt provided insurance markers in short order late in the third period, Brodt’s coming on a breakaway after a pretty pass from rookie Diego Bartlett sent him in alone. Alex Ross made 27 saves to garner his third shut-out of the KIJHL season, in the process improving his league-leading goals-against average to a stingy 1.92. In what amounted to a spirited playoff preview, Castlegar took their seventh victory of the season from the Spokane Braves with a 4-2 win

Sunday afternoon at Eagles Ice-ARena, clinching the division in the process. Castlegar opened the scoring just four minutes into the game thanks to Curtis Pereverzoff, but fell behind by the intermission after the Braves tallied twice in 1:56. A.J. King pounced on a loose puck in front of Rebels goaltender Buckley to tie the score, then agitator Tanner Slarks snapped a wrist shot into the top corner of the net to give the home side a 2-1 advantage. The Rebels took control in the second stanza. Bartlett tied the score on a nifty cross-ice pass from captain Taylor Anderson five-and-a-half minutes into the middle frame. The scoreline would stay the same until Aynsley snuck a wrister past Spokane netminder Garrett Barr for his 30th goal of the season. Jones’ seeing-eye point shot fooled Barr 1:29 after Aynsley put Castlegar ahead, rounding out the scoring. After the game head coach Steve Junker downplayed the division title. “I don’t think that was a specific goal,” he noted, “having a successful season, a winning team, and carrying that into the playoffs would be considered a success for me personally.” Even though they were down four regular players and playing their fourth game in five days, Castlegar’s KIJHL team rallied from an early deficit to post a comprehensive 5-1 win over Beaver Valley Tuesday at the Complex. After South Slocan’s Ryon Sookro opened the scoring by lifting a backhand past Rebels goaltender Alex Ross, the home side exploded for four goals in a 4:23 timespan. Anderson tied the score with a persistent effort in front of the net, then moments later Bartlett converted a two-on-one pass from Brodt to give the home side a 2-1 lead. Continued on P. 21

TOP: The Rebels celebrate after a goal against Princeton on Saturday night. BOTTOM: Rebels’ goalie Alex Ross keeps his eye on the puck in the midst of a scrum in front of the net. Kim Magi photos

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Jones and Anderson would then score 19 seconds apart to give the Rebels a 4-1 advantage after 20 minutes. DeLong, who Tuesday was named the Rebels’ player of the month for January, rounded out the scoring late in the second period, powering a solo effort past Beaver Valley goalie Zach Perehudoff for his 30th goal of the season. Ross made 23 saves in goal for the Rebels, while Perehudoff stopped 30 of 35 Rebel shots.

The Rebels dressed only five regular defenceman Tuesday, but alternate captain Darren Tarasoff said the extra ice-time was a bonus. “It gave the guys an opportunity to step up,” Tarasoff said, “we had an AP [Joren Johnson] come up and he played a very good game.” The 1996 Rebels, coached by former NHL defenceman Pat Price, were the last local club to win a KIJHL title when they defeated the Sicamous Eagles in the final. They advanced to the Cyclone Taylor Cup, BC’s Junior B championship, which was won by the Pacific In-

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Chris Wahl is a news reporter at Mountain FM who’s covering the Rebels for the Castlegar News this season. He’s also the play-by-play voice of the Rebels webcasts on KIJHL.ca. For more on the Rebels, check out Chris’ blog at: off-the-wahl.blogspot.com

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Standings TEAM Castlegar Beaver Valley Nelson Spokane Grand Forks

ternational Junior League’s Ridge Meadows Flames. Castlegar is now only two points shy of the Fernie Ghostriders for the top seed in the Kootenay Conference. They’ll be back in action Friday in Nelson when they open up a home-and-home series against the Leafs.

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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 the Upcoming Sessions of Fitness Classes: 50+ Yoga – Tuesdays & Thursdays Feb 15 – March 10 10:15-11:15am Rise n’ Shine Boot Camp – Tuesdays & Thursdays Feb 15 – March 10 6:10-7:00am Hoop Blast – Wednesdays Feb 23 – March 30 6:45-7:45pm

Are you looking for a Program or Activity to keep you busy this winter? Why not sign up for one of our exciting programs. Check out our Winter Leisure Guide or check it on the web. www.rdck.bc.ca/castlegar

Upcoming Programs Imagination Station Childrens ages 2 – 11yr Mondays & Wednesdays start Feb 23 Various times Cooking with Kim (Sushi Making) Monday Feb 28th After School Art Classes Thursdays start Feb 10th 3:00-4:30pm

Pro D Day Skate & Swim Skate 10-11:30 Swim 10:00-12:00noon Public Skating Saturday Feb 5 - Cancelled – Pee Wee HouseTournament Sunday Feb 6 - 4:00-5:45pm Mon, Tues, Thurs – 2:00-3:45pm

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Community Events

Winter Public Swim Pool Schedule 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.

Castlegar Mens Curling Club Ground Hog Bonspiel Feb 4 – 6 Senior Citizens Anniversary Dinner Friday Feb 11th Tickets Available at the Senior Centre Lions Club Move A Thon Saturday Feb 12 10:00-12:00noon Pledge Forms available at the Rec Office

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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SHSS basketball program developing KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Both Stanley Humphries junior basketball teams faced the tough J.L. Crowe Hawks in regular season play on Tuesday night at SHSS. The girls’ team is comprised mostly of Grade 8 players, said cocoach Kim Matson. “We’re improving each game,” she said. “Tonight’s the best game they’ve played so far.” The final score was 30-14, but the score didn’t seem to get the team down, who laughed and smiled until the final buzzer. “They have great determination and they hustle, hustle, hustle,” cocoach Gord Matson said. The boys team, coached by Ryan Franks and Sean Chahley, fought hard against the Hawks but lost 54-19. Franks said it’s an improvement from the last time they played against the Trail team. “Last time we didn’t have a point by half time,” he said. Franks said the team hasn’t been together long. Consequently, they’re still learning to play with each other and are working out the kinks. “We’ve only played a couple games but they’re coming along,” he said. Tuesday night’s standout player for SHSS was Bjorn Morris, who scored 11 out of the team’s 19 points, Franks said. The girls are heading to a tournament in Grand Forks this weekend. The next home games are on Feb. 8 against Salmo. The girls play at 5 p.m. and the boys start at 6:30 p.m.

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TOP LEFT: Svetlana Hadikan shoots a free throw. TOP RIGHT: Brennan Harder looks to pass to a teammate. BOTTOM LEFT: Bjorn Morris protects the ball from a J.L. Crowe player during the second period. BOTTOM RIGHT: Rachael teBulte pushes past a Hawk on her way down the court.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Gold Feetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; status for local skater KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

One Castlegar skater is seeing gold after testing in ice dance recently. Sydni Thor-Larsen, 17, achieved â&#x20AC;&#x153;gold feetâ&#x20AC;? status after testing at the Beaver Valley competition during the weekend of Jan. 22. A title that has taken her almost a decade to achieve, Thor-Larsen said 20 dances must be passed before earning the status â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and the judges are sticklers. Each dance is choreographed exactly, and she said the judges are looking for everything from timing to expression. The final dance took her five attempts to pass, and she said it took a while to sink in that she had finally done so. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;oh wow, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m actually done,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? she said, until one of the Castlegar coaches reiterated it to her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to go and practice but realized I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to.â&#x20AC;? Over the 20 dances, the styles vary from tangos to

blues and everything in between. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all written down in a book,â&#x20AC;? she said. Each dance is completed with a partner, which ThorLarsen said makes it more challenging because the skaters have minimal practice time with each other. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only time you get to practice is that day [of competition] or they have partner practicing the night before.â&#x20AC;? Her partner in this case was a more experienced skater who had already achieved his gold feet status. Thor-Larsen said he gave her tips and coached her during the test. Next, Thor-Larsen is planning on completing her gold skills and gold interpretive. She said the programs are similar in the way that certain elements must be included in the routine, but in interpretive sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s able to choose her own music and style. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You just have to make it up and make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good,â&#x20AC;? she said. She estimates she will be

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Jr. Rebels Undefeated in Osoyoos Tourney The Castlegar Jr. Rebels dominated a recent atom hockey tournament in Osoyoos, Jan. 14-16. The team went ďŹ ve wins without a loss and beat the host team 8-3 in the ďŹ nal. Back Row: coach Roger Carlson, assistant coaches: John Jenner and Bill Pottle. Back Row Players: Ely Overennay, Brayden Biln, Mayson Francis, Devon Stainer, Aiden Jenner, Hayden Klashinsky, Jake Pottle. Front Row Players: Caleb Carlson, James Buss, Christian Barlow (goalie), Isaac teBulte, Mckenna Mills, Kale Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Meara. Submitted photo

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Full Phase Logging Opportunity Request for Expressions of Interest Canada Resurgence Developments Ltd (CRD), based in Terrace BC, is establishing a contract roster for full-phase harvesting of up to approximately 270,000m3 annually from the Nass Timber Supply Area within the Kalum Forest District. CRD is committed to developing its tenures and log export business model, as well as supporting synergistic businesses in the region. CRD has made substantial long-term capital commitments to its infrastructure and plans to grow its business in the coming years with its key contractors. The objective is to offer qualiďŹ ed loggers contracts for distinct operating areas and to expect that they become key parts of the business unit. Services required are roadbuilding, falling, yarding, loading & hauling. The operating area is north of Terrace BC, in Forest License A16884. Harvesting is in transitional areas between coastal and interior conditions with 70% ground-based and 30% cable ground. An information package containing details of the proposed project, the pre-qualiďŹ cation requirements, and complete instructions for submission of an expression of interest may be obtained from:

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770 ALBERTA HAULING need Class 1 drivers to haul logs in northern Alberta. Experience needed. Call 780-5548511 for more information. A-DEBT-FREE Life. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll help you. Call MNP 877-898-2580. Free consultation.Creditor proposals, trustee in bankruptcy, 320-1620 Dickson Ave. Kelowna - Resident ofďŹ ce. Appointments available in your area AUTOMOTIVE Riverside Nissan, Courtenay is seeking a General Manager, Sales Consultant, Service Advisor and a Mechanic to join us in our new facility. Please email your resume to danny@riversidenissan.ca CLEANER Local Business looking for a person to clean ofďŹ ce, approx. 3-5 hours a week. Send resume to PO Box 10007, Castlegar, BC V1N 4X4. COORDINATOR Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outreach - Castlegar Community Services requires Coordinator for community development initiatives. See www.cdcss.ca for details. DRIVERS/OWNER Operators wanted - Truck Contractors need drivers with log haul experience & clean driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 (ext. 8173). Experienced or will train Housekeeper for a motel. 250-365-5613 Homecare/Support worker required to assist Castlegar Senior. Phone 250-365-8096

ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring! Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-3674460). Fax 780-955-6160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com. FLAT ROOFERS WANTED Experienced roofers. PVC, EPDM, T&G & other ďŹ&#x201A;at roof products. Valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence. Skill based pay. Year round full-time. Phone 403261-6822. Fax 403-261-6826. Gold Island Forest Products Ltd. is currently looking for experienced lumber graders and sawmill employees. Please apply in person with a current resume to 2896 Sentinel Road in South Slocan or call Silvia at 250-359-7000 with any questions Hair Stylist, FT perm position. Great position to jump start your career. Easy to build clientele, Invermere B.C. Leave message 250-342-9863 HEAVY DUTY Mechanics required for busy Coastal logging company on Northern Vancouver Island. Must have extensive mechanical experience, certiďŹ cation an asset. Above industry average (wages), plus excellent beneďŹ t program. Email or fax resume to: ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca or 250-9564888.

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TOOLROOM ATTENDANT Applications for a Toolroom Attendant to work at the Silver King campus are invited. Applicants require high school graduation, valid Occupational First Aid Level 3 certification, WHMIS, valid BC Drivers License and two years of related experience. CASUAL, ON-CALL, RELIEF: commencing immediately. Competition #04. CLOSING: February 7, 2011. Visit our website for details on this and other career opportunities. Selkirk College Human Resources 301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, BC V1N 4L3 250.365.1390 | postings@selkirk.ca

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CBT OPPORTUNITIES CBT invites interested individuals or firms to submit proposals describing their expertise and experience in the following areas: t Request for Proposals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Know Your Watershed Phase 2 Delivery: Water Stewardship Education. Deadline February 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. MST. Contact Charlene Desrochers at cdesrochers@cbt.org. t Request for Proposals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Land Conservation Initiative Evaluation. Deadline February 28, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. PST. Contact Tiffany Postma at tpostma@cbt.org. Additional details at www.cbt.org/opportunities or by calling 1.800.505.8998. Join us:

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Position: Merchandiser: Chilliwack Area The Guyan Group is a retail service company that has been established for over 40 years and we pride ourselves on excellent quality of work and a team based atmosphere, “When we grow you grow”. We can offer a fast paced environment, opportunity to learn new skills, career advancement along with personal & professional growth across both retail and service industries. We are currently seeking skilled Merchandisers to work days in the Chilliwack area. You must be available to start February 14th, for approximately 5-7 weeks. Requirements: Minimum of 1 yr retail in-store experience Previous experience with merchandising, display, signage and store ﬁxture set up Previous merchandising related experience Previous experience working with plano-grams. Direct front line customer service. Strong attention to detail Available to work Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Capable of performing physical work and standing for extended periods of time Responsibilities: - Following instructions, layouts, elevation drawings, ﬁxture specs and plan-ograms - Ability to work in a team environment - Ability to follow and take direction Deliver exceptional customer service - Friendly, respectful and reliable - Ability to lift up to 50lbs - Comfortable being in a physical, busy, moving work environment - Follow all safety standards. The Guyan Group wants to have professional and motivated individuals join our team who are interested in achieving the highest level of success and enjoy it with us as we grow. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume and quote reference code BCM-Chilliwack in your submission to FAX 905.845.3221 or via email to: WORK@guyangroup.com. We wish to thank all those interested for applying however only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please. RUSKIN CONSTRUCTION LTD. Pile driving and bridge construction; www.ruskinconstruction.com currently looking for: Professional Engineers; Engineers in Training; Project Managers; Site Superintendents; Site Administrators; Journeymen/Apprentice Welders; Crane & Equipment Operators; Bridgemen; Pile Drivers; Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics. Permanent and seasonal work. Competitive/Union wages. Fax resume 250-563-6788. Email: bridges@ruskinconstruction.com

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Houses For Sale 5 BDRM HOUSE, 3000 sq.ft. on lg lot at 2154 Crestview Cres, Castlegar. Also vacant lot at 2174 Crestview Cres. Best offers. Ph 250-365-9600 STELLAR PLACE, 2 bdrm 2 bath, gas ﬁreplace, oak cabinets, central air, full covered patio, newer furnace & hot water tank, Phone 250365-3700

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Check Classiﬁeds! Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Close to Downtown Castlegar Large bright 2 bdrm apartment, F/S, Laundry on site, N/S, N/P, $650/month 505-3609 DT Castlegar: 1 bdrm Apartment newer Reno’s, Air Cond, N/S, $500/mth plus util, 365-5161

Duplex / 4 Plex 4 Bdrm, 1/2 Duplex, Full Basement $1000 + Utilities, 250512-9015 Downtown Castlegar 1 bdrm, totally furnished Recn Reno, 2 Bdrm unfurnished recn reno, W/D on premises, backyard & Patio, quiet adult building, N/S, N/P, $850/mth 250-365-5246 NELSON- 2 bdrm, 1/2 duplex, recently renovated, deck, yard, parking. NS/NP. Refs. $995. Avail Mar 1. (250)354-1030.

Mobile Homes & Pads Imm Rent Lower Dble Manufactured Home, Open concept, very private, corner lot, 2 bdrm. 2 bath, F/S, DW, Gas furnace, Hot tub, WD hook up, 6” insulated wall, 2 Skylines, huge deck, 2 workshops, N/S, small pets ok, $950/mth plus utilities, Damage deposit $475, Floral yard to die for with stream & water fall, Avail Feb 1st, References required, Call 403-979-1399 for viewing

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Castlegar. 3 BD 1 bath, large lot dwtn. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, alarm. Walking distance to groceries and schools. Large lot with garden, covered deck, one car garage. Extra parking on site. Utilities extra. Avail immed. 250-3651972. Robson 1 Bdrm House with Den Furnished or Unfurnished 2 Bathrooms, ﬁreplace, 6 appliances, garage, N/S, N/P Can supply housekeeping & meals if require. 250-365-3627 South Castlegar (Blueberry) 1 Bdrm Cottage, F/S, No Laundry, N/S, No parties, References Req’d, $550 plus utilities, Avail Feb 1st, 3657550

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Castlegar, 3 - 2 Bdrm, $775, $800, $850 includes utilities, N/S, N/P references required 250-608-3930 Downtown Castlegar 2 Bdrm Basement Suite, F/S, DW, Shared W/D, N/S, N/P, $800/mth + 1/2 Utilities, References required, Avail Immed, Phone 250-304-4806 SOUTH Castlegar; Newly ren’d 2-bdrm basement suite, lrg bright family room, W/D , N/P, N/S, refer req’d, female preferred, $725/mth + shared utilities & laundry. Avail now 365-7182

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Columbia Power Corporation (CPC), a Crown Corporation wholly owned and operated by the Province of British Columbia, is a hydroelectric generation company, located in Castlegar, BC. Columbia Power owns three hydroelectric generating facilities with its joint venture partner, the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) and is currently developing the Waneta Expansion Project with CBT and Fortis Inc.

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As part of the Operations & Environment group and reporting to the Director, Operations & Environment, the successful candidate will increase the reliability of the Hydro Power Facilities by championing and improving the effectiveness of the operations and maintenance (O&M) procedures employed by the O&M contractor. This position maintains expert knowledge of facility equipment and leads all planning for equipment maintenance and replacement, as well as provides equipment maintenance expectations to the Hydro Power Facilities O&M contractors through regular communication and periodic audits. The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree in Mechanical or Reliability engineering with 10 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in hydroelectric facilities. Candidates must have three years experience managing equipment reliability and must be registered or eligible to register with APEGBC. Demonstrated communication and project management skills, and the ability to interpret and analyze technical information are essential. Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of our website at www.columbiapower.org. Closing date for this position is February 14, 2011. Please refer to Job #1104 when submitting your application.

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THAT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT THERE WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION BY CASTLEGAR STORAGE CENTRE 4851- TROWLEX ROAD CASTLEGAR, BC The FOLLOWING LOTS OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS BELONGING TO THE FOLLOWING: Elizabeth Mac Donald.

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BAILIFF SALE 1998 Ford Escort 2 dr coupe s/n 3FAKP1135WR254255 272882 kms - colour - blue ps; pb; pls; cruise; a/c As is - where is. Viewing by Appt. Oﬀers subjected to approval Call Bob 250-365-6516

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that all persons having claims against the Estate of JEFFREY EDWIN ROBERTS, Deceased, formerly of the City of Castlegar, Province of British Columbia, who died on the 8th day of May. 2010, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, on or before the 15th day of April, 2011, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. ERIC RODERICK LITTLEY, Executor c/o Lewis J. Bridgeman MCEWAN HARRISON & CO. LAW CORPORATION Suite 8 – 615 Columbia Avenue CASTLEGAR, British Columbia V1N 1G9

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: Norbina De Aguiar Amaral Carreiro also known as Norbina De Aguiar Carreiro, also known as Norbina Carreiro, deceased formerly of 813 2nd Street, Castlegar, BC V1N 1Y6 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executor named hereunder at 1115 3rd Street, Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 2A1, on or before March 18, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. The Executor will not be liable for any claim of which he has no notice at the time of distribution. Jorge Manuel Carreiro Executor By Polonicoﬀ & Perehuduﬀ, his solicitors

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