June 9 2011 Castlegar News

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Sun for Sunfest — who would’ve thought?

KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Organizers said Castlegar’s annual Sunfest festival was successful this year thanks to, well, the sun.

Ron Armbruster of the Castlegar Festivals Society said it was great to see Kinsmen Park packed on a bright and hot Saturday afternoon, with long lines and happy vendors.

“It was quite successful, actually,� he said. “The West Coast Lumberjack Show was a big hit.�

He said the Festival in the Park on Friday started a bit slow, but as people got off work things picked up. The festival remained busy for most of Saturday, he added, but the crowds thinned as the puck drop drew near in the Stanley Cup Final.

In the evening, many of the ven-

dors relocated to the Selkirk College grounds for the fireworks, and then set up again at the Rotary Skate Park on Sunday. “Everyone seemed happy,� he said.

With the 2011 Sunfest over, he and the committee are now looking towards 2012. “Now the process starts for next year and we’re looking for a feature

attraction so if anyone has any ideas please bring them forward.�

He added they’re looking for more people to join the committee and would love new participation and new events. “We’re always looking to expand and make it even better.�

Please see our colour photo spread from the weekend festivities on pages 14 and 15.

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Reviewing officer Chernoff inspects cadets

ROBSON FLETCHER

Castlegar News Editor

The 58th annual inspection of No. 581 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets took place in Castlegar last Thursday night, with Mayor Lawrence Chernoff serving as the reviewing officer.

After being inspected by the mayor, the cadets put on first-aid and drill demonstrations for an audience of dozens in the arena at the Castlegar Complex.

Cadets were also honoured with a variety of awards during the ceremony and at a dinner that followed where friends and family members gathered to celebrate the achievements of the young men and women.

Parent committee chair Ron Falkmann said cadets is an excellent program for kids.

“It teaches them leadership, it teaches them discipline and they get credit for that,” he said.

“It goes towards their high-school credits.”

“And they do so much for the community,” Falkmann added, noting that cadets have helped out with the honour guard for the legion, the recent Sunfest celebrations and last year’s children’s Christmas parade — just to name a few of their contributions in the local area.

Last week’s inspection marked the end of the cadets’ season of regular activities.

“After that, they’ll be signed up to go to camp,” Falkmann said.

The next regular season begins in September when cadets will once again meet every Tuesday night at the Cadet Hall, located at 216 8th Ave. in Castlegar.

Falkmann said parents interested in cadets can simply bring their kids down to the hall on a Tuesday evening in the fall to see what it’s all about.

“We’re always looking for new recruits,” he said.

F/Sgt. Hillstead salutes Mayor Lawrence Chernoff, who served as inspecting officer during the ceremonies.

Major Szabo gives Lac. Castle a thorough visual inspection while parent committee chair Ron Falkmann looks on.

Carol Wright pins a medal her son, WO2 Wright, while Major Szabo applauds.

F/Cpl. Petruk salutes while Lac. Hartleb (middle) and Lac. Hoggan (right) stand at attention.

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Capt. Kepke (right) congratulates F/Sgt. Laramee (left) on his long-service award.

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Ac. Edmunson (left) and F/Sgt. Hirt (right) tend to Lac. Gardner (lying down) during the cadets’ first-aid demonstration.

In last week’s SHSS Grad section, the person identified in a photo as Jacob Miner is actually Jesse Bilinski, and the person identified as Jesse Konzleman is actually John Guillemette. Melanie Wasilenkoff was also incorrectly identified in a caption as the student council president, when she is in fact the student grad council president.

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Boy suffers minor injuries after ‘darting’ through crosswalk and being hit by a car A 10-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle in a school zone on 7th Avenue early Tuesday morning but suffered no major injuries, according to Castlegar RCMP. The incident happened shortly after 8 a.m. in front of Stanley Humphries Secondary School.

Two other schools — Twin Rivers Elementary and Castlegar Primary — are also in the immediate area.

Sgt. Laurel Mathew said the boy “darted across the crosswalk without any indication” and was struck by a young female driver.

“She was driving slow, she wasn’t distracted by a cellphone or anything else,” Mathew said.

Neither speed nor alcohol were contributing factors in the collision, Mathew added.

The child was loaded into an ambulance and treated for minor injuries.

“He’s fine,” Mathew said. “He has a swollen ankle but no major injuries.” /Castlegar News

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A crowd gathers around an ambulance on 7th Avenue outside Stanley Humphries Secondary School in Castlegar early Tuesday morning, where a 10-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle.

were caught on video surveillance, which Seibel said helped RCMP, with help from the public, track down the men.

"I'm going to say those successful cases, there is a good percentage that have some assistance from the public,” he said. “It could be something … like an accident or a hit and run with damage where we're seeking the public's assistance and they come forward either to the detachment or to Crime Stoppers."

He said they were encouraging the public to come forward with information and from a combination of tips, including one that disclosed the location of one of the suspects, they were able to arrest both.

The four occurrences were on Sept. 10 at the airport, Sept. 12 at the Kootenay Savings Credit Union at the Hwy. 3A and Hwy. 6 junction, Sept. 12 at the Kootenay Savings Credit Union at the Waneta Mall in Trail and on Sept. 14 at the Heritage Credit Union ATM in South Slocan.

KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Mayor Lawrence Chernoff watches as 2010 Citizen of the Year Mac Gregory cuts a cake during his ceremony at St. Rita’s Parish Hall last Wednesday. Presented by the Knights of Columbus, well-wishers packed the hall for speeches, wine and cheese.

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The two men charged with stealing money from an ATM at the West Kootenay Regional Airport and attempting to break into three other ATMs in the area last September have now both been sentenced.

Darrin Christopher Hoffman and Julian Alexander Hoekstra received the same sentence of two years in prison and are each ordered to pay $90,000 in restitution for the amount of damage they caused to the machines, Staff Sgt. Dan Seibel with the Kootenay Boundary RCMP said.

“Crime doesn’t pay in this case,” Seibel added, saying the $90,000, which each man has to pay, is a significant amount of restitution for a case like this.

An undisclosed amount of money was stolen from the ATM at the airport, but the men were unsuccessful in the other break-in attempts.

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BE WATER WISE THIS SUMMER !

SPRINKLING REGULATIONS – 2011 FOR RESIDENTS OF CASTLEGAR, BLUEBERRY AND LUCAS ROAD

EFFECTIVE JUNE 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15, 2011 SPRINKLING AND CAR WASHING IS PERMITTED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5:00 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. AND 5:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M. Water Sprinkling is Restricted to Every Second Day (a) (b)

residents at “odd number” addresses water on “odd number” calendar days, and residents at “even number” addresses water on “even number” calendar days.

Summer can present special problems for Castlegar’s water system. During the summer season, daily residential water use can increase by as much as 200% primarily because of lawn and garden watering as well as car washing.

Our residential water is pumped from the Arrow Lakes to reservoirs, from which water is supplied to residents. Excessive sprinkling during summer months reduces the water contained in our reservoirs.

Even if the system has adequate supply, it may not be able to pump the water fast enough during this peak demand period to maintain storage for firefighting purposes.

Castlegar is attempting to stop the increase in water usage by restricting use during the summer months.

This year citizens are being asked to sprinkle on odd or even days, according to their residential address.

Watering will be permitted from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m each day.

Residents who use a water regulating system (e.g. timers and underground sprinkler system with timers) shall be exempted from the regulations, providing they do their outdoor watering between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. on an alternating day basis. The reasoning behind this exemption is that timers and underground sprinkling systems allow the user to water during the coolest part of the day, hence less water is required and their sprinkling times should be shorter. Please advise City Hall at 365-7227 if you have a water regulating system.

A fine of $50.00 will be levied for non-compliance to the water regulations. However, under special circumstances, an exemption permit can be obtained at City Hall, 460 Columbia Avenue during regular office hours. Reasons for exemption include the following: a new residential lawn, a means of controlling dust, watering within a construction or building project.

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News Communities deeply concerned by state of forest sector, says BCGEU KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

B.C. residents should be worried about the future of their forests, according to a report recently released by the B.C. Government and Service Employees Union (BCGEU).

Titled “B.C. Forests in Crisis: A Community Call for Reform,” the report is a compilation of issues discussed in four forest-dependent communities this past January.

Various people in these communities, which included Castlegar, came together to ask questions and provide input to the BCGEU for this report.

Chris Bradshaw, a forest communications officer with the BCGEU, said the report started with the initiative of union members and activists.

“Over the last decade with the number of cuts that have taken place especially in what they call the ‘dirt ministries’ … the members have really seen an erosion of the mandate for public oversight in our resource industries — the forest sector in particular,” he said.

“And there was a growing sense that the communities themselves, the resource communities, really weren’t getting much attention and much play. There was a disconnect between urban B.C. and the more rural communities that are more dependent on the forest sector for the local economy.”

Communities were identified by their reliance on forestry and their location geographically. Aside from Castlegar, residents in Kamloops, Camp-

bell River and Prince George which said that trees that are harvested in a local area must were also polled.

“We wanted to get the an- be processed in that local area ecdotal information and di- so they created processing and rect input but we also wanted manufacturing jobs,” he conto find out and get a snapshot tinued. “The provincial govfrom the communities them- ernment has eliminated the selves,” Bradshaw said. “We clauses, so now the trees are went to them for their input going out of local communities on several key issues connect- to be processed elsewhere.”

Bradshaw said as a result of ed to forestry to see how the community was feeling.” these policy changes, 70 mills Even though the commu- have been closed down in the nities were spread across the last 10 years. province, BradFifty per cent shaw said the of people polled results were in Castlegar said “There was very similar. they or someone “For the most they knew had a disconnect part it was quite lost their job or between urban had their hours resurprising as to the amount of duced during the B.C. and the uniformity of past two years, and more rural the results,” he 79 per cent said the said. “People are communities...” industry is critiquite concerned cally important to as to how the the economic wellChris Bradshaw forestry sector being of the comis doing in their munity. communities.”

“People are havBradshaw ing to move away said the main problem is the from these resource commupolicies within the provincial nities to find work,” Bradshaw government that leave no pro- said. “That’s not in the longtection for the industry. term interests of our province.

“The policies really, in some Local communities should be ways, are not just exporting seeing a better return on the jobs but they’re really pitting investment.” loggers against sawmill workBradshaw said the point of ers,” he said. “Jobs are created the report is to serve as a wakein the woods … but many of up call to the government. those trees are not making it to “The government is out local sawmills.” there saying the industry is Most of the trees are now doing well and that it’s effigoing to the U.S. or China for cient and on the rise again, but processing, he said. they’re ignoring the local com“In the past, for decades, the munities and the communities forest timber licences that are aren’t seeing the benefit.” given to the forest companies, To read the full report, visit there was a clause attached bcgeu.ca/forestry_report.

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News Castlegar Relay for Life returns to Kinnaird July 16, 2011 Park, starting on Saturday evening 2011

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KIM MAGI

Castlegar News Reporter

With more than $7,000 raised so far, momentum is building for Castlegar’s Relay For Life, which starts this Saturday night.

The annual event sees teams walk laps at Kinnaird Park from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with donations and pledges going to the Canadian Cancer Society. “All the teams start their hour rotation [at 6 p.m.] and all throughout the night we have different entertainment,� said Nikki Leggett, Castlegar’s organizer.

Seven teams have registered this year, which is down from previous years, Leggett said. “We’re kind of thinking that it may have something to do with a lot of other local fundraisers,� she said.

However, there’s still time to participate. “It’s never too late to register,� she said. “You can register the day of and we’re looking for volunteers for the day of. You don’t have to register as a team to participate.�

Activities will start at 5 p.m. for kids, Leggett said. “There’s a lot of youth in our

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Castlegar’s Relay For Life (last year’s event seen here) returns this weekend.

relay, so we have that going and there’s a bouncy castle and all sorts of entertainment.�

After the opening ceremonies at 6 p.m., cancer survivors are invited to kick the night off with a celebratory lap.

Next, the luminary ceremony offers a special time for people to remember and honour loved ones who have cancer or have died of it. The luminaries are placed around the relay track with lit candles in them.

The last ceremony of the event is called “fight back,� and its purpose is to inspire participants to continue the fight

against cancer.

Throughout the evening, there will be different activities on the stage, Leggett said, including late-night karaoke and various awards, including top fundraiser.

This year’s theme is vampires, Leggett said, inspired by their lack of tanning. “Our mission is, ‘tanning is out,’� she said. “We’re encouraging all of the teams to incorporate that into their tent sites.�

For more information, visit www.relaybc.ca/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=439263.

Selkirk College reaches tenative agreement with its support staff Selkirk College has reached a tentative twoyear contract with its unionized support staff.

The agreement, which covers 227 members of the Pulp, Paper, and Woodworkers of Canada, will be voted on in the next few weeks. “I appreciate very much the work of the bargaining committees to bring this tentative agreement forward,� Selkirk College president Angus Graeme said in a statement. “The work of our support staff is critical to our success as a college, and this agreement will provide the context for a continued posi-

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The agreement contains no wage increases, per a provincial government mandate “to control spending on wages during this round of bargaining,� according to a release from the Ministry of Finance.

Selkirk support staff are among about 306,000 unionized workers in B.C.’s public sector, most of whom have agreements that expired between March 31 and Dec. 31 of last year. /Nelson Star

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Editor: Robson Fletcher Publisher: Chris Hopkyns Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905

Crosswalk lessons What a horrible feeling it must have been for the witnesses of an early-morning collision between a vehicle and a young boy in a school zone this week.

And we’re sure no one felt worse than the young woman who was behind the wheel when, according to police, the 10-year-old “darted across the crosswalk without any indication” and into the immediate path of her car.

Fortunately the driver wasn’t speeding or distracted or under the influence of alcohol.

The relatively low-speed collision left the boy with a swollen ankle but no major injuries, thank goodness.

Still, the experience should leave a lasting impression on the boy. We imagine he will be sure to look more carefully and move more slowly the next time he decides to cross a busy street.

This story should also be a lesson to all drivers, especially drivers who have a tendency to overlook crosswalks.

And there are a lot of those in Castlegar, as any regular pedestrian in this city can attest to.

If you haven’t recently, try standing at one of the many marked crosswalks on Columbia Avenue and see how many cars zip through before one finally stops and yields to you, as they are supposed to.

Pedestrians, of course, have a duty, too.

They must make their intentions to cross the street clear, which this boy apparently failed to do in his haste on Tuesday morning.

Fortunately, the car he darted in front of was being operated by a responsible driver who was obeying the school-zone speed laws.

The collision could have easily ended up much worse.

Please, keep that in mind the next time you approach a crosswalk, whether on foot or behind the wheel.

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Spots In Time - Gord Turner

Friendship through exchange Exchanges are happening all the time, but they’re usually set up for high school or college students. Where are the exchanges for people a bit older— the 40-somethings or the retirees?

One I know about is the Rotary International Friendship Exchange. It works really well for people who are in Rotary and are interested in travel. My family has hosted Rotary friendship exchangees from Australia, Great Britain, Argentina, Spain, Taiwan, South Africa, Iowa, New Zealand, and Brazil. And we’ve been on an exchange to Brazil.

We’ve met incredibly interesting people. They’re all keen to tell you about their country and their customs.

All of them participate fully in everything you plan for them, be it a trip to the local dam, a hike to Dove Hill, or a dinner featuring rainbow trout.

Usually, there is no language problem as most friendship groups have English speakers among them — even the Aussies.

The most memorable friendship exchange we hosted was with Brazilians from Sao Paulo District. These people requested that the exchange take place during the winter and that they have as many experiences as possible in snow.

So, we took them cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skidooing, sliding, and building snowmen.

Theresa Hodge Office Manager

Kim Magi Reporter

On these Rotary friendship exchanges, the hosts only get to look after the visiting friends for about four days.

Then they are moved on to another club in the area. Sometimes we have had to drive our visitors to Colville to be picked or over the pass to Creston.

This past week, we hosted a Rotary Friendship group from New Zealand.

Usually, a Friendship touring group is made up of five couples, but only two couples made up this group. That made our hosting job a lot easier, but it was still necessary to provide a program of activities and to feed and accommodate them.

On the first day of their arrival, we took them to meet Mayor Lawrence Chernoff, who did a wonderful job touring guests around city hall. Our kiwis got to sit in the mayor’s chair and listen to his stories about what a great city we have.

After that we strolled the Millennium Walkway and had a tour of Zuckerberg Island, guided by historian Chris Darcy. We caught the May Day parade in Fruitvale, took a train ride to the cascading waterfalls of Beaver Creek, and had beef-on-a-bun in Haines Park.

Before day’s end, we tasted wine at Columbia Gardens Winery and drove to the massive rush of water at Seven Mile Dam.

Robson Fletcher Editor

Chris Hopkyns Publisher

One day we traveled to Deer Park to have a picnic at the Smith’s incredible cottage, where we showed our Kiwi friends how to play bocce and horse balls. Along the way, we stopped at Hugh Keenleyside Dam site and spent a few moments examining marmots on the hillside, after which we climbed up to Tulip Falls to another rush of powerful water.

On the final day, we toured the Kootenay Gallery, the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, and the Doukhobor Suspension Bridge. They loved everything, particularly the suspension bridge—again with its rush of water, but also because of a Canada Goose discovered nesting on top of one of the pillars. The Bistro Restaurant served up a fine luncheon of Doukhobor foods before we moved on.

The final item we arranged was a tour of the new SculptureWalk. The sculptures had been set up Saturday, May 28, and we were able to gaze upon the new artistic works on Monday, May 30. The entire group was in awe at the outdoor art this community has on display. To top it off, SculptureWalk co-ordinator Pat Field let me have the first copies of this year’s brochures for the walk. What a delight — this walk and the entire four days with our newfound friends.

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Letters to the Editor

‘Highest education funding’ ever? You be the judge of that How would you feel if someone took $1,000 out of your purse or wallet?

How about $275 million dollars a year for 10 years out of your children’s education?

Highest education funding ever? We don’t believe it and you don’t have to take our word.

Check out what the BC Supreme Court found in its decision on April 13, 2011.

Confidential government documents revealed a plan (“Run Silent and Run Deep”) to cut $275 million dollars per year from the K-12 public education budget. A November 22, 2001 email from a government official to then-Minister of Education Christy Clark discussing the government’s pending legislation warned: “Parents are apt to notice significant reductions in service levels.”

This is exactly what happened.

Minister Clark proudly led legislation based on information that the court found was “not accurate” and “so vague and unsubstantiated that it was impossible to challenge it meaningfully”. The judge stated: “It would be unfair to give it any weight for the truth of its contents.”

What has been the effect on public education in BC? • Since 2001, there has been a 22-per-cent reduction in K-12 funding.

• Boards are scrambling to pay for government downloaded costs such as new curriculum and initiatives, carbon offset taxes and collective agreements without adequate funding.

• Some boards have seriously proposed non-replacement of secondary teachers and support staff on the first day of absence.

• Boards can’t adequately plan in advance due to constantly changing funding formulas and secretary-treasurers are challenged by a $300-million shortfall just to retain the status quo this year.

• Schools are being closed; class sizes are increasing; special education, gifted, and ESL student needs are not being met; and, teacherlibrarians, special education teachers and counselling levels are being reduced to meet shortfalls.

• BC teachers rank eighth in pay in Canada

and haven’t had substantial benefit improvement in 20 years.

Education ministers since Christy Clark have continued to claim that the government has provided the “highest funding ever”.

Declining enrolment has been used as a smokescreen to hide the fact that there is a “structural shortfall” in funding because the government is chronically lagging behind what it should be paying for delivery of services that boards are mandated to provide.

You be the judge.

• Have you noticed a reduction in education service levels?

• Is your board scrambling to meet mandated services?

• Has your neighbourhood school been closed?

• Have your child’s educational needs and choices been torpedoed by what the court has found as the government’s unconstitutional actions?

Send an email to Premier Christy Clark at premier@gov.bc.ca and ask where the money taken from BC’s kids has gone and urge her to restore education funding immediately. Our kids can’t wait!

Respectfully submitted by the Local Presidents of the:

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RE/MAX Home Team Contest Winners Calgary, AB –RE/MAX of Western Canada in association with The Brick, All Weather Windows and the Western Hockey League announced the winners of the RE/MAX Home Team Contest.

The RE/MAX Home Team Contest ran online from March 1 – April 30, 2011 and provided Western Canadian fans the opportunity to win $17,500 in Home Improvement Packages. Fans were required to visit the customized online RE/MAX Home Team Contest and complete the various stages of the contest in order to be entered for a chance to win.

The contest received over 20,000 entries, with the following contestants announced as the winners: Sherri Oliver from Chemainus, BC was awarded the $10,000 Home Improvement Package Grand Prize consisting of $5,000 cash from RE/MAX of Western Canada, a $2,500 The Brick Gift Card and a $2,500 All Weather Windows Gift Certificate.

Brenda Klock from Nelson, BC and Marcie Kawchuk from Dauphin, MB were the 2nd Prize Winners.

This package consisted of a $2,500 The Brick Gift Card for each contestant.

And Julia Lipov from Penticton, BC was awarded the 3rd Prize Package of a $2,500 Gift Certificate from All Weather Windows.

“I entered the RE/MAX Home Team Contest because I saw it on their website and I love entering contests!” said second place winner, Brenda Klock. “I feel great about being chosen as a prize winner; my husband has always wanted a BIG SCREEN TV and now he can get one!”

RE/MAX is the Official REALTOR® partner of the WHL. From left to right: Brenda Klock, 2nd Place Winner and Glen Darough, Broker Owner, RE/MAX RHC Realty, Nelson, BC. About RE/MAX: RE/MAX is Canada’s leader with over 18,400 sales associates situated throughout its more than 700 independently owned and operated offices in Canada.

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About the Western Hockey League: The Western Hockey League started with just seven teams based in the provinces of Saskatchewan and Alberta in 1966. The WHL now has representation in all four Western Canadian provinces and the U.S. states of Oregon and Washington. The WHL consists of 22 member Clubs with 17 based in Canadian markets and 5 in the U.S. Pacific Northwest.

The WHL is a member of the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) whose membership is comprised of three major junior hockey leagues: Ontario Hockey League (OHL), Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) and the Western Hockey League (WHL).

At the conclusion of each League’s playoffs, the CHL hosts the MasterCard Memorial Cup. A National Championship tournament involving each of the League’s Champion and the tournament host.

The Western Hockey League’s Head Office is located in Calgary, Alberta and is responsible to administer all functions related to League operations. Under the direction of the WHL Commissioner, the WHL Head Office functions include: game supervision, scheduling, League meetings, player drafts, agreements and scholarships player transactions, finance, marketing, media relations, communications and statistics/results.

Arrow Lakes Teachers’ Association Pat Dion Boundary District Teachers’ Association Norm Sabourin Creston Valley Teachers’ Association Becky Blair Kootenay Columbia Teachers’ Union Andy Davidoff Kootenay Lake Teachers’ Association Steve Anderson Nelson District Teachers’ Union Tom Newell

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formation. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. followed by entertainment, dinner, awards, live auction and dance. Seating is limited. Don’t miss this fun event!

and Subvert will be playing with partial door proceeds are going to Sk8 Shoes 4 Kids.

At the event we will be selling new 2011 memorial T-Shirts and proceeds will also be going to Sk8 Shoes 4 Kids.

June

JUNE 14: CASTLEGAR FRIENDS OF PARKS AND TRAILS. General

Meeting, 7 p.m., Castlegar Recreation Complex. Guest presentation: Shannon Marshall, City Planner, Twin Rivers Park master plan. Everyone welcome.

July

JUNE: BLUEBERRY CREEK PLAY TO LEARN PRESCHOOL IS CURRENTLY TAKING REGISTRATION FOR SEPTEMBER 2011. Please

phone 250-365-7201 for available days and times.

JUNE: BLUEBERRY PATCH AFTERSCHOOL CARE IS NOW TAKING REGISTRATION FOR THE SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM. Open all

summer from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and offering games, crafts, field trips, swimming, hiking and adventure all in a safe nurturing environment.

Specific themed week schedules will be available soon.

JUNE: SR. ACTIVITIES @ COMPLEX. Mon: 9:30 a.m. Floor

Curling, 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: 9:30 a.m.

Floor Curling, 1 p.m. Bingo (1st week), 7 p.m. Rummoli, June 18 10 a.m. Raspberry Reunion. Thurs: 9:30 a.m.

Floor Curling, 1 p.m. Bingo (not 1st Thurs.), 2 p.m. June 2, Srs. General Meeting. Fri: 1 p.m. Crib & Bridge, June 8 11:30 a.m., Tea Honoring “80 yrs.” Seniors, June 25 5:30 p.m. Dinner & Dance Wind-Up. JUNE 11: CHAMBER BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2011. The

Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Chamber Business Excellence Awards & Gala June 11, 2011 at the Fireside Inn. Tickets are $45 and are available at the Chamber office.

250-365-6313 or tourism@ castlegar.com for more in-

JUNE 18: TWIN RIVERS CHORALE SOCIETY WILL BE HAVING A YARD AND BAKE SALE.

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1068 Columbia Rd. in Ootischenia (across from West Arm Trucking). We have a large selection of items from plants to household goods and fine collectibles to a children’s table. Come and support your Castlegar community choir.

For info call Helga Skibinski at 250-365-6057.

JUNE 21: TALARICO PLACE’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY. Residents,

staff, and Interior Health invites you to an open house on Tuesday, June 21st from 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Come for a tour, meet residents, and stay for refreshments.

JUNE 26: 10TH ANNIVERSARY CASTLEGAR & AREA GARDEN TOUR. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A

soaring celebration... atmospheric and enthralling, an authentic adventure into the far reaches of the gardening world. Sure to be a pleasure from start to finish. Join us and be swept away into the wonderfully original and richly imaginative gardens.

Images and inspirations will linger for days. Enjoy ten gardens in the Castlegar Area.

Brochures availably locally or by email. Information: Phone: Jean Rainbow – 250365-6276 or Contact: castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

JUNE 30: BROHYMN. Tickets are

available at Element (clubelement.ca). Performers Ty C

JULY: FRENCH LANGUAGE CAMP.

Thinking about going into French immersion or learning more about the French language? This one week camp features cooking activities, art related to French artists, and a theatre component. There will also be nature walks, French games, swimming, as well as lots of laughter and fun. Limited Space. July 25 – 29th, ages 9 -12 at Trail Middle School. Call 365-7201 for more info.

JULY 2: TRON’S HEAD BANG AT THE LIONS HEAD PUB. This is a

skate jam/live music event with proceeds going to Sk8 Shoes 4 Kids. The Skate Jam will boast a 4 ft mini ramp and Vision will be playing outside. Doors open at 11 a.m.

JULY 16: KOOTENAY FESTIVALLET’S CELEBRATE! A multi-facet-

ed event encouraging the recognition and appreciation of our community diversity through entertainment, cuisine and interactive educational activities, displays and performance. The festival will provide our outstanding opportunity to experience and celebrate the heritage, culture, ethnicity and artistic expression that enrich the Kootenay region and makes us proud to call it our home. Come join us on July 16 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. admission is $2. The festival grounds are adjacent to the Doukhobor Discovery Centre and the Kootenay Gallery!

Bring a blanket or a chair and spend the day with us. If you are interested in being a vendor or interested in volunteering for this exciting event, contact Audrey at 250 365-3386 ext 4105 or email apolovnikoff@rdck.bc.ca. www.kootenayfestival.com.

JULY 29 - 31: GLADE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION. Come enjoy

a family orientated weekend of activities and history celebrating the original Doukhobor settlement of Glade. The festivities will be enhanced with entertainment, traditional food, choir music, historical displays

Ongoing and multimedia presentation, contemporary muscians, historical walking tour & hayride, Moleniye, games for all ages, & vendors. See our website for more information: https://sites. google.com/site/twooldkoots/ ONGOING: ABORIGINAL ART CAMP IN AUGUST. This one week

camp features aboriginal arts such as soap carvings, medicine pouches and beading, led by the SD20 aboriginal cultural coordinator Bonnie Vickers. Children will also take part in storytelling utilizing the “Learning Journey Series” that is an antiracism / anti-bullying program. This is a very popular program with limited space. August 8 – 12th for ages 9 - 12 at Blueberry School.

Call 365-7201 for more info.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB. Meets the first Tuesday of

the month 7 p.m. June – September meetings are held in the gardens of Garden Club members. Share your love of gardening with other garden enthusiasts over a potluck of appetizers and cast a new light on gardening. New members are always welcome. Information: Dorothy: 250-304-2885 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

ONGOING: SELKIRK WEAVERS’ AND SPINNERS’ GUILD GIFT SHOP - DEMONSTRATIONS AND DISPLAYS OF HANDWOVEN WORK.

Open 10 - 4 p.m. June, Saturdays and Sundays. July - mid September, Wednesday to Sunday. Located within the Doukhobor Discovery Centre. Admission free to our shop. For additional information please email selkirk

weavers@gmail.com or phone 250-365-8026.

ONGOING: REGISTRATION FOR CASTLEGAR MINOR HOCKEY 2011/2012 SEASON. Important! If

you register prior to July 1 you will receive a $50 discount! We allow postdated cheques for the season... please see details on the registration form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact registrarcmha@gmail.com or 250-365-5914. Keep an eye out on the CMHA website for info on a “high performance camp” being offered locally this summer! Info will be posted soon! castlegarminorhockey.com.

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: 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: ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL ) FAMILY DROP-IN. At Kootenay Family

Place on Fridays, 9 - 11 a.m.

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: 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.

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of little benefit to the future picture of a BC I recently received my government printed basking in the sun of economic prosperity. “HST Referendum Voters Guide� which is So much for “independent� analysis. supposed to provide us with a balanced view Reading over the presented pros and cons of the HST issue before we all vote on allowof the two taxation systems opened the door ing it or scraping it. to many more issues that have not The opening paragraph statebeen fully understood or evalument was hopeful. It identified ated by many of us. This left me the reason why this question of wondering why the simple issue of the HST has been brought to taxation has become such a compublic attention: “the manner it As the ruling plicated wedge of social division. was introduced, was not acceptgovernment Reviewing the taxation history able to many British Columbiof our nation and our province ans.� does what it was an eye opener revealing some I believe that this is the key can to keep us enlightening facts about the covert issue for most of us. distracted and relationship that big business has Unfortunately, the Voters pitted against enjoyed with government for deGuide has nothing more to each other, let cades, undermining the BNA Act say about the deceptive way us not forget and Canadian Constitution. It bethe HST was forced upon us. came apparent that it would be in Our attention is immediately that they are the best interests of the taxman to directed into a guided review behind the keep us ignorant, confused, and arof the pros and cons of taxation HST decepguing with each other, so as not to with only two choices; the new tion. It is this question the wisdom of how they HST or the old PST and GST. lack of honest collect and use our tax dollars.

The presented limitations of this communication There is no question that the referendum vote sounds all too issue of taxation is long over due familiar; voting for the better of and transparfor examination and reform. Not two evils. ency that has because we are being taxed but Before I allow my attention brought us to because of the political deceit, to be directed into the details of this debate and misapplication, and waste of our the HST, I am curious to know referendum. shared resources. who is providing me with this However, “the times they are a information and what is their changin’� and we are awakening to agenda.

Steve Clement the corruption that is embedded in Turning to page 6 of the little the tax system. paper, I learn that the Voters As the ruling government does Guide is presented by what is said to be “an independent panel.� This anony- what it can to keep us distracted and pitted against each other, let us not forget that they mous jury of business persons and former are behind the HST deception. It is this lack of bureaucrats strikes me as rather questionable, knowing that those who are in the business of honest communication and transparency that has brought us to this debate and referendum. managing people and money are the gateTo add insult to injury they have gone on keepers for this economic system that wishes vacation at our expense. to keep us in the dark, in debt, and working I am certain that we have the power to primarily for their benefits. come up with a better taxation system that is After reading the findings of the “indepenintelligent, clearly presented, and fair to all. dent panel� that associates the old PST/GST system with “bigger deficits� and “cuts in pubSteve Clement lic services,� I am led to believe that the shortCastlegar term gains of stopping the HST might well be

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‘Linotype Wapiti’ (Steel/Cast challenges with the welding ca- validates my vision of the Re- Sidney Fine Art ‘Best 3-Dimen- diums here, attempting to progression in his growth as Iron/Brass) pabilities of various materials.” birth series as public art.” sional’ award for the sculpture combine the three dimensional an artist. Creative and always ‘The medium is definitely says McMahon, “and because I McMahon’s career as a ‘Soar’. quality of my sculptures with adaptive, ‘Linotype Wapiti’ rethe message’, in Carl Sean Mac- wasn’t letting myself scavenge sculptor underwent a series Lately he has moved his the two dimensional qualities of flects the brilliance of Carl Sean Mahon’s latest found-object as- around to find components, I of incarnations and transfor- focus slightly yet again, de- my painting. By doing this, the McMahon’s ever-evolving body semblage creation, “Linotype had to really study the linotype mations as well. He started in veloping the Fusion series. In paintings are freed of their tra- of work.

Wapiti’. and plan my moves. It was like a the sciences program at Col- Sidney in 2010 he won a jurors ditional rectangular frame and Sponsored By McMahon’s contribution to puzzle. Amazingly, the pieces fit lege, and quickly gravitated to award for ‘Vicissitude’, a work evolve into multi-dimensional, Sculpturewalk 2011 is made en- - with antlers added of course. the arts. He studied (drawing, that combines metal sculpture multi perspective paintings, tirely from pieces of an obsolete “Taking an archaic machine painting and mixed media) at work and painting – “sculptural utilizing the shadows created to ‘Model A’ linotype machine. apart and working with its com- the Victoria College of Art and paintings” as he calls them. add to the painting.”

Like many other outdated tech- ponents to create the shapes after an overseas hiatus went to “I’m bridging the two meThe Fusion series is another nological wonders, this archaic and textures of a natural life the University of Victoria where typesetting machine was des- form is something that people he studied video and digital art tined for the landfill: the local can relate to,” says McMahon. technology, branching into museums didn’t want it and it “I really enjoy the fact that my painting, drawing and, ultiwas taking up way too much mately, sculpture. He finished space at the Castlegar News ofuniversity in 2008 and moved fice. But with the help of McMaback to Salt Spring Island to fohon’s welding torch, his artist’s cus his energies on his art, dab“The medium imagination and some logistibling in metal assemblage as cal assistance from Sculptureanother form of expression is definitely the walk organizer Pat Field, the liHis series of futuristic-lookmessage’, in notype has risen from the scrap ing metal masks made out of all heap to form the body parts of sorts of metal bits and pieces was Carl Sean Maca brand new wild creature. Refostered when a family friend Mahon’s latest claimed, recycled and reborn as decided to sell his welding shop ‘Linotype Wapiti.’ on the island. McMahon saw found-object ‘Linotype Wapiti’ is an exan opportunity to acquire the assemblage crecellent example of the direcnecessary tools and CSM stution that McMahon’s recent dio and gallery was born. With ation, “Linotype project series Rebirth is taking. resources aligned, his focus alWapiti”.

“The idea of rebirth, of making most automatically gravitated something new and interesting towards metal sculpting. Since out of something that’s functhen McMahon has produced Carl Sean McMahon tionally obsolete, gives me a lot approximately 25 sculptural of satisfaction,” he says. pieces using reclaimed compoThe staff at the Castlegar work is interesting to such a nents; almost all of them have News would concur; the news- broad audience. been exhibited. paper featured the re-working “When I was installing McMahon continues to creof their linotype press in a Feb- “Breaching Orca” (displayed ate and show work at his studio ruary story, and is no doubt in Maffeo Sutton Park in location and circulate pieces pleased with the transforma- Nanaimo) a lot of different peo- through various public arts tion from space-inhibiting ma- ple came over to chat. People events like the 14th Annual chine to beautifully wrought who were into machines got Peace Arch Park International sculpture. a kick out of identifying the Sculpture Exhibition on the ‘Linotype Wapiti’ takes the mechanical parts: other people US - Canada border (‘Roamrebirth idea a step further be- wanted to discuss the environ- ing Deer’), and the inaugucause with this piece McMahon mental, recycling aspect of the ral Castlegar Sculpturewalk has sourced his materials from piece. There were people who in 2010 (‘Exodus’ ). In May of just one machine. “Recycling just really like whales and peo- 2009 he mounted a solo exhibithe linotype machine meant ple who just like sculpture. So tion (‘Resurgence’) at Xchanges putting cast iron, steel and a lot of different people identify Gallery in Victoria. That same The Linotype Wapiti is sponsored by Canadian Tire and the Castlegar News. brass together. So there were with what I’m doing and that year he was the recipient of the For more information on SculptureWalk pick up a brochure from one of the ballot boxes in downtown Castlegar or visit www.sculpturewalkcastlegar.com

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Remembering Josh Lillian Evin, Josh Evin’s stepmother, says a few words during a ceremony dedicating a park bench and spot on Castlegar’s wall of fame to Josh at the Rotary Skate Park on Sunday.

Josh, a professional skateboarder, died in a motorcycle accident in Blewett last June. Sk8 Shoes 4 Kids is a charity that was started on behalf of Josh by his brother Justin. The mission of the charity is to provide children with the equipment they need to begin skateboarding.

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There are two upcoming fundraisers: Brohymn on June 30 at Element (partial door proceeds go to the charity), and Tron’s Head Bang at the Lion’s Head Pub on July 2. The second event is a skate jam/live music event with proceeds going to Sk8 Shoes 4 Kids. The skate jam will boast a four-foot mini ramp and Vision will be playing outside. Doors open at 11 a.m.

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The subject property will be consolidated with “Lot 1 District Lot 4598 Kootenay District Plan NEP86529”.

The City of Castlegar will receive $40,000.00 from Berezan Management (Castlegar) Ltd. in consideration for the disposition.

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Stair and Deck lighting should be placed low on the deck structure as to light floor boards and steps, and /or up high lighting down posts to create nice pools of light around the deck. LED strips can also be placed below hand railings to give a cool, modern look.

Light can be used in a playful way, lighting rocks and putting the plants in front of them into silhouette. The most important thing is that people should never be able to be in between a light and the object that is being lit.

Once the base lighting is accomplished with hidden fixtures, it is usually a good idea to place a few decorative fixtures that give soft light. This will complete the illusion that all of the lighting is coming from these few visible lights.

Some people wonder what the benefits of LEDs are outside. Not only do LEDs use less energy than other sources of light, they last a very long time and they do not attract swarms of insects the way other types of lights do.

Insects see in ultra violet and infrared light waves, LEDs do not emit these invisible wave lengths, so the insects do not get confused and swarm.

If you have any other questions about landscape lighting or would like to talk about a specific lighting project, please visit your local lighting experts at Mountain High Lighting, downtown Castlegar.

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Kids come from all over Kootenays for Cub-o-Ree KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Cub scouts from the Kootenays camped at Pass Creek Park over the last weekend in May as part of the annual Cub-O-Ree. The event moves to a different part of the region every year, said organizer Ralph Lunn.

About 85 cub scouts participated last weekend.

“Everybody comes pretty much self-prepared,” Lunn said.

This year’s theme was the 200th anniversary of David Thompson’s contact with First Nations. Each activity the cubs participated in was related to the theme in some way.

On Saturday, they learned First Nations’ games, canoeing, archery, how to make bannock, how to make a natural lean-to shelter, leather craft and First Nations’ hunting.

“The Columbia Basin Trust was a major sponsor,” Lunn said.

“It really helps to bring the cost down.”

BC Hydro sponsored a “leave no trace” luncheon for the cubs as well.

“We could’ve used juice boxes, it would’ve been easier, but we had them bring their own cup and then we just washed it.”

He said Celgar also sponsored the event.

In the evening everybody gets together to play group games, like capture the flag, Lunn said.

Later, everyone gathers around a fire for skits, songs and cheers.

“It gets all the leaders way out of their comfort zones,” he said.

Cub scout parents helped quite a bit with getting the weekend organized too, he said.

“The parent volunteers have been awesome.”

Participants came from Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Rossland, Trail, Nelson and Castlegar.

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Canoeing (top), learning about the 200th anniversary of David Thompson’s first contact with aboriginal people (middle) and archery (bottom) were just some of the events that took place at Pass Creek Park during the last weekend in May as part of the annual Cub-O-Ree, held this year in the Castlegar area.

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Sunfest in photos

Thousands come out to enjoy weekend

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For even more photos from this year’s Sunfest in Castlegar, see page B2 of this week’s West Kootenay Advertiser.

All of the photos are also available online at:

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TELUS team members complete a community garden project at Blueberry Creek Community School.

Thanks for over 22,000 helping hands.

From the bottom of our hearts, we’d like to thank each and every one of our TELUS Day of GivingTM volunteers for helping us give where we live. On May 28th, more than 11,000 TELUS employees, retirees, family members and friends volunteered their time at over 300 events across Canada. Their efforts will help to strengthen and support the communities where we live, work and serve.

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Residents of the Blueberry area came out for the annual community barbecue on May 27. Held at Blueberry Community School, the potluck-style dinner brought out dozens of residents for food and socializing. ÂŽ

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A parting gift Pictured here are Jeff Pantages (left), library board chair Coun. Kirk Duff (centre), and Paul Pantages (right). The Pantages family donated $15,000 to the library in honour of their mother, Dawn Pantages. Dawn passed away in March, 2010 and it was her wish that some money be given to the library for the renovation of the children’s area. Dawn was a kindergarten teacher for many years in the Castlegar area and a volunteer at the Castlegar Library for 12 years. This is a wonderful donation for the library and an excellent in memoriam for Dawn Pantages and all of the citizens who have contributed to the library in this very thoughtful and meaningful manner.

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Butterflies and Berries Blueberry Creek Community School would like to thank the Telus and Katimavik crews who, along with some staff and neighbours, turned sod for the new Butterflies and Berries project underway at the school. They were a tremendous help with the hard work necessary to put the raised beds in place. The Butterflies and Berries project involves 14 raised beds containing edible berries and native pollinator promoting plants distributed around the school grounds. A grape arbour and outdoor space will complete the project. The project has been made possible by grants from Columbia Basin Trust, and very generous contributions from City of Castlegar, Columbia Valley Green House, Kalesnikoff Lumber and Communities in Bloom. Work will continue over the next few weeks, with opportunities for all interested in participating. Watch The Blueberry Newsletter and Blueberry Creek Community School Facebook page for details.

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The best way to avoid sun-damage to your skin is to not go out in the sun. Not too practical.

However, avoiding those peak times of day between 11 AM and 4 PM and using proper clothing and sunscreen, can go a long way to keeping your skin more youthful-looking.

Speaking of sun-damage, think of eye-protection, too. Choose sunglasses that have a sticker on them saying they provide at least 99% protection from UV light. For better protection, choose sunglasses with big lenses not tiny ones. If your current pair is scratched, get new ones.

At this time of year, we also start thinking about insect repellents. Products contain “DEET” work by far the best. Other products like soybean oil, citronella oil and thiamine (vitamin B-1) have also been tried but give less than adequate protection. The oils have to be reapplied often while the vitamin B-1 does not show any evidence that it works.

If you do get bitten by a mosquito, treat the bite with a bit of hydrocortisone cream (available without a prescription). You can also take a oral antihistamine to reduce the itching and reddening. However, if you are really sensitive to the bite, it is best to take an antihistamine before going into mosquito-filled area.

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Pageant ‘a great experience’ says newly crowned Miss Castlegar KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Newly crowned Miss Castlegar Marie Soukeroff started her duties immediately after Friday night’s pageant for Sunfest weekend.

“It was a busy weekend,” said 16-year-old Soukeroff, who is in Grade 10 at Stanley Humphries Secondary School.

As Miss Krueckl Financial at the pageant, she edged out seven other girls for the title and will now travel to other pageants and towns with Miss Castlegar Princess, Sabrina Broad, as ambassadors for the city.

The contestants were judged on training, personal interviews, speeches, talent, evening gowns and impromptu questions. During the training, which began in January, Soukeroff said she and the other girls became very close and she’s happy with how far they’ve come.

“All the girls did so well and everyone should be proud of themselves,” she said. “The training was so beneficial to all of us, it was great.”

Soukeroff said her favourite part of participating in the Miss Castlegar program was getting to know all the other girls.

“They’re such great people,” she said.

Although all eight girls are close in age and all go to Stanley Humphries, Soukeroff said they didn’t really know one another before training started.

“We weren’t as close as we’ve become over the past five months.”

Participating in the program helped boost her confidence, Soukeroff said.

“I’ve learned so many valuable skills that are going to help me in the long run.”

Miss Castlegar 2010, Mariah Morris, offered some points of advice to Soukeroff too, she said.

“She said it’s a great experience and to just have fun.”

After riding in Saturday’s Sunfest parade with the other Miss Castlegar contestants, Soukeroff and the other girls participated in Sunfest activities then helped with the Lions’ Family Day and children’s parade on Sunday.

Next for Miss Castlegar and Miss Castlegar Princess will be Sam Steele Days in Cranbrook, where they’ll represent the city in the parade and the pageant there.

Soukeroff doesn’t know what the year will bring yet, but she’s already sorted out what she’s going to wear.

“Me and my princess already decided that later on we want to get matching outfits,” she said.

However, more important things lie ahead first.

“I’m honoured and excited to be given the chance to represent the City of Castlegar and I’m excited for the upcoming year and I know it’s going to be a great learning experience,” she said.

Marie Soukeroff receives a hug from Miss Castlegar 2010 Mariah Morris as the crown is passed over.

Kelsey Voykin, Miss Sunrise (2000) Rotary gives her speech.

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After listening to British Columbians, the government has proposed

Under the proposed change to a 10% HST rate, the average B.C. family

an HST reduction from 12% to 11% by 2012, then to 10% by 2014.

will be $120 better off annually than under the old 12% GST + PST

This proposed change will take effect if the province votes to keep

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the HST in the referendum. If B.C. votes to return to the GST + PST

provide $175 for every child under 18 and every senior with income

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Community Planting Ceremony Pictured here is a planting ceremony at the Doukhobor Discovey Centre on May 29. Friends from Communities in Bloom, KRUNA, and other societies gathered to give honour to our Mother Earth by planting trees at the museum grounds and Millenium Park.

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SAFETY AROUND HYDROELECTRIC FACILITIES AND RESERVOIRS

Hospital foundation reflects on past year, looks to future needed at the Castlegar Health Centre and Talarico Place which will provide and sustain healthcare services.

One question that arises constantly: What if the Health Centre is closed? The CDHF has been in existence since 1987 and we continue to strive to keep services in place even though our hospital was closed. However, we strive to keep our Castlegar Health Centre and Talarico Place updated with necessary equipment to provide comfort and care to the patients and residents.

Without the support of the community we would not be able to have these services in place.

As we approach our annual general meeting on Wednesday, June 15 at 7 p.m. in the Education Room, we ask for your support by coming forward and join the CDHF and learn what steps are needed to keep our health-care services in place.

Should you be interested in being a director for the Castlegar and District Hospital Foundation and would like further information please call Nettie Stupnikoff, president, at 250-365-6587.

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BC Hydro wishes to remind users of the Arrow Lakes Reservoir, the Columbia River, the Kootenay River and the Pend d’Oreille River that sudden adjustments in water ows from hydroelectric facilities can occur without warning and cause strong surface and underwater currents in the vicinity of the intake structures and the downstream outlets. Entering the water, whether for swimming, boating or other recreational activities, is extremely dangerous. For your personal safety, please observe all warning signs and barriers, and stay well back from BC Hydro operating areas and structures.

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A recently settled Burmese family, who lives in Kimberley, will also be in attendance to talk about their experience.

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As we, the Castlegar and District Hospital Foundation (CDHF), reflect back on another year we saw the many obstacles in health care in our community that were necessary to overcome. We are looking forward to another year of working together with the community. We also thank the Castlegar and District Hospital Auxiliary and those citizens, organizations and service clubs that have come forward and supported our fundraising efforts.

We are constantly facing challenges in our community and keep moving forward in assisting the IHA to provide health care services for our community. The CDH Foundation’s role is to raise funds and purchase necessary and new medical equipment for use at the Castlegar and District Community Health Centre Emergency Lab and X-ray Departments and Talarico Place.

We do this in collaboration with IHA, who provide us with a list of equipment or perhaps a future project that would enhance healthcare delivery in our community. A decision is made by the directors of the CDHF whether to proceed.

We do ask for input from the doctors and nurses who may suggest or endorse what we fundraise for.

We inform the community and request for assistance for what is

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Reading program teaches kids to ‘savour each word’ KIM MAGI Castlegar News Reporter

Castlegar’s popular summer reading club for kids and teenagers is back, and this year’s theme is intended to make kids hungry for books.

“Savour Each Word” will have each week based on a different food. Books, games, and crafts will surround the theme.

There are four age groups for the seven-week camp, said Haley Fry, one of the reading ambassadors.

“It’s basically so they can keep their reading skills up through the summer,” she said.

The preschool group has two classes: Thursday morning from 10 to 11:15 a.m. and that afternoon from 1 to 2:15 p.m.

Children from kindergarten to Grade 2 have two options as well: Monday and Wednesday morning from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Grades 3 to 5 meet

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From left to right: Cheryl Rempel, Haley Fry and Stesha Amos are this year’s ambassadors for the summer reading club at the Castlegar and District Public Library.

Tuesday and Friday morning from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or Tuesday afternoon from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Teens meet on Friday afternoons from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Along with crafts, books and games, Fry said they’re planning other activities for the participants.

“We’re going to try and do an outside movie in the evening for the older kids,” she said.

Medals are given out at the end of the

better feel for how the camp will unfold.

“The teens can go on and there’s a bunch of activities for them to do,” Fry said.

Registration for the camps takes place at the library on June 22 from 10 a.m. to noon.

After that date, people can register at the library, but classes are capped at a certain number (although there is a waitlist).

For more information, contact the library at 365-6611.

camp for how many books were read over the seven weeks and then they have an endof-summer party.

Fry said the older kids also go on at least one field trip, such as Zuckerberg Island.

The camp starts on July 4.

On the second day, children’s entertainer Oso Simple will perform at the library at 2 p.m. for everyone involved in the camps.

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Skateboarders rip it up in weekend competition The Castlegar Sk8 Competition was the the third stop of the 2011 Kootenay Skateboard Series. Twenty competitors took to the concrete on Sunday in front of more than 50 people at the Castlegar Rotary Skate Park. In the 15+ Division, Stew Klein of Nelson took first place, Dan Larson of Castlegar took second and Ben Demoskoff of Glade came third. In the Under 14 Division, Levi Peirson of Slocan City came first, Mike Graham of Castlegar finished second and Franky Bergmann of Slocan came third. The next stop on the tour is Nelson’s Game of Skate on June 17 at the Nelson and DIstrict Youth Centre.

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Blasters take first in Sunfest slo-pitch tourney Castlegar’s Sunfest slo-pitch tournament saw more than 20 teams from around the West Kootenay play in four different divisions throughout the weekend.

Round robin play started Friday night and continued Saturday night under the lights. A television was even set up in the beer garden at Kinnaird Park so players wouldn’t miss

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out on all the hockey game action.

Playoffs started Sunday, with the Blasters finishing first in the ‘A’ Division, followed by the Cubs, Motavation and Krush.

In the ‘B’ Division, the Maulers finished first, with the Rangers in second, Outlaws in third and Honkey Donkeys in fourth.

The ‘C’ Division

wrapped up with the A’s in first place, Bashers in second, Heads Up in third and Elkoholics in fourth.

The ‘D’ Division finals finished with the Misfits in first and the Brew Crew in second.

The annual tournament is a draw for many teams from around the region. /Castlegar News

Aquanauts swim to bronze The Castlegar Aquanauts swam to a third place finish in the opening meet of the summer season last weekend in Nelson.

James Pilla broke two meet records in the 50-metre fly and 100-metre backstroke, with times of 27.73 and 1:03.76, respectively.

Cayden Cooke, Sierra Buchanan and Christopher Paulson all received bronze medals, Simon Larocque, Harper Shaman, Nick Welychko

and Genevieve Jen received silver and James Pilla and Mitchell Bourne swam to gold finishes.

Bourne, who doubles as head coach, said 40 Aquanauts swam in the meet, with 36 swimming faster than their last season by as much as 24 seconds in a single race.

The Revelstoke Aquaducks finished in first place and the Trail Stingrays finished in second.

A high bid makes for a happy liver Carly Hadfield of the Lion’s Head Pub and Robin Tomlin, a volunteer with the Happy Liver Society hold up a signed Henrik Sedin jersey, which is up for silent auction until the Stanley Cup is over. Donated by the Vancouver Canucks, the jersey is authentic. The money raised will go to the Happy Liver Society, which provides temporary accommodation for liver transplant patients and their family members who must travel to Vancouver for the surgery.

Kim Magi photo

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Sports

Soccer Quest tryouts coming up in Nelson

With the success of the past year’s 2010/11 Girls Regional Soccer Program — and several girls being approached by various

colleges from Canada and the U.S. — our tryout dates for the upcoming year have been selected for July 20 and 21 from 6 p.m.

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to 8 p.m. at Lakeside fields in Nelson.

If the weather does not co-operate, the tryouts will be moved into the Soccer Quest Indoor Facility in Nelson.

Cost for tryouts are $100 per player and players must register prior to July 18 at the Soccer Quest office either in person or by phone 250-352-4625.

Online registration is also available at www. soccerquest.ca. For

players who make the squad, the $100 tryout fee will be deducted from the annual program fees.

All program information including training and tournament information can be obtained at www. soccerquest.ca.

The program is for players between the ages of 14 to 18 based on 2010 date of birth. /Submitted by Soccer Quest

Star Skaters Castlegar Skating Club STARSkaters celebrated the end of the season at the Castlegar Golf Club on May 15. STARSkate stands for Skills, Tests, Achievement and Recognition.

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Building a Healthy Community Castlegar Recreation Complex 2101 - 6th Avenue, Castlegar, BC 250-365-3386

Castlegar Aquatic Centre

Upcoming Programs:

Castlegar & District Recreation Department Spring 2011 Fitness Schedule

You can NOW register On Line for these Programs!

Sunflower Winners Craig Wilkinson and Len Fergie present Cam Proctor (top) with the overall low net award following the Sunflower Open at the Castlegar Golf Club on Sunday.

Jordan Melansen (below) achieved overall low gross.

The annual tournament is always held on the same weekend as Sunfest, and each entry included 18 holes both Saturday and Sunday, as well as a dinner.

Summer Cool Camps – Two Monday Locations – Two Age Groups 9:00-10:00am .........................................CST or DWW July 4-8; July 11 – 15; July 18 – 22 10:15-11:15am ..................................... Fabulous 50+ Robson Community School 5:30-6:30pm ................................... Ultimate Kickbox July 25 – 29; Aug. 2 – 5; Aug. 8-12 Tuesday Castlegar Community Complex 9:00-10:00am................................................Step To It Only $98.00 per child per week 6:00-7:00pm..................................................Step Plus 7:00 - 8:00 pm .........................................PM Aqua Fit BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Wednesday July 4 – 8th (Ages 3 – 16 years) 9:00-10:00am .............................CST or Aqua Circuit Half Day or Full Day Camps 5:30-6:30pm ................................... Ultimate Kickbox Kiwanis Soccer Field Thursday 9:00-10:00am ..............................................Step To It BC SENIOR GAMES 6:00-7:00pm ................................................ Step Plus NEEDS YOUR HELP 7:00 - 8:00...............................................PM Aqua Fit Register Now to Volunteer!

Friday Go to www.rdck.bc.ca and hit 9:00-10:00am ........... CST or Step Challenge or DWW the direct link to the 10:15-11:15am ..................................... Fabulous 50+ West Kootenay Saturdays BC Senior Games.

9:00-10:00am 9:00 10:00am .......................................... CST or Step

Special Family Saturday Swims

10:00am – 12:00noon Saturday June 11, 18 & 25 ώ $6.00 per family

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.

PLANNING FOR FALL! If you have a talent and would like to instruct a program in the Fall contact Audrey. We are always looking for new and exciting programs for Adults, Youth and Preschoolers.

3RD ANNUAL PARADE OF PROGRAMS Wednesday Sept 7th 5:00-8:00pm If your organization would like to be a part of this event contact Verona at 250-365-3386.

The event is FREE and a great opportunity for your group to register participants and network with the community NOTICE

Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations. If you would like you 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.

For more detailed information see the Le Leisure Guide at www.rdck.bc.ca/community/recreation/castlegar

Did you know that you can register for CDRD recreation programs ON LINE. Go to www.rdck.bc.ca and hit the RECREATION CONNECTION BUTTON and all the programs are at your fingertips.

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life in their shoes The Hero In You® education program offers a series of FREE curriculum-linked lesson plans (grades 4-7) aimed to motivate children to find the champion within themselves.

In addition, teachers can request a FREE classroom presentation delivered in-person by a Hall of Fame athlete!

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Community

Planting the Seeds of Friendship

Kim Magi photo

Members of the Castlegar Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club and Mayor Lawrence Chernoff joined forces with visiting Australian Rotarians to plant trees along the Millennium Walkway on Wednesday morning. The Australians — Clive and Rae Walker, Phil and Magda Macdonald, Bernard and Yvonne van den Bergen, Graeme and Christine Maddox and Jim and Anita Saleeba — are visiting as part of a Rotary Friendship Exchange to experience another country and stay in the homes of local Rotarians.

Selkirk students uncover local history

Selkirk College’s School of University Arts and Sciences, in partnership with the Anthropology Department at Hamilton College (Clinton, N.Y.), has provided an exciting opportunity for students to uncover their local history.

A hands-on Archeology Field School will take place at Slocan Narrows Pithouse Village (near Lemon Creek) in southeastern British Columbia from June 18 to July 29.

With support from the Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society, Columbia Basin Trust and Sinixt First Nation, Hamilton College has been bringing field school students to the area since 2009.

This year, Selkirk will join forces

with Hamilton College; enabling two local students to attend the field school and providing logistical benefits and access to various, relevant partnerships.

“It’s great to have a local connection,” explains Hamilton College Field School Co-Instructor, Alissa Nauman. “Our partnership with Selkirk will encourage more awareness throughout the region and the knowledge we gain throughout the six weeks will be more deeply ingrained and beneficial because of its direct involvement.”

Nathan Goodale, who holds a PhD in Anthropology from Washington State University, emphasizes the purpose of the

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field school as a venue “to train students in excavation, survey, equipment used in mapping, as well as the archeology, ethnography and oral tradition of the interior Pacific Northwest.” Upon the completion of this course, students will be eligible to be employed in the field as archeologists.

“This is something I’ve always wanted to do and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity!” says Selkirk student Melissa Koftinoff.

“Not only does it fit with my school and career plans, but it also will allow me to honour the history and people who lived in this area.”

Melissa is of Doukhobour her-

itage and plans to pursue studies in anthropology at University of Victoria in the fall. She recently graduated from Selkirk College with an Associate of Arts and General Studies degree and a Liberal Arts Diploma in Peace Studies.

Fourteen of the 30 pithouses located at the site have been dated through radiocarbon dating.

During 2011, the field school will focus on dating the remaining houses in the village. Articles such as bone fragments, including beaver digits, have been found, with some dating back 3,000 years.

The site (1.5 km north of Lemon Creek) will be open for an “Archeological Interpretation Event”

on July 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Archeologists Nathan Goodale, Allissa Nauman and the Hamilton College/Selkirk College field school students will be on hand to provide n intimate and detailed tour of the site. A barbecue lunch will be provided and included as part of the tour. As the cost of the event is provided up front by the Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society and Hamilton College, a suggested minimum donation is requested to help cover the costs of the event.

For more information on the event, visit slocanvalleyrailtrail. ca/news.php .

/Submitted by Selkirk College

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Congratulations from your McFamily!

The Castlegar News apologizes for not including McDonald’s in the graduation section.

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Tuesday, June 28th from 4pm to 7pm

Florence Kinakin

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April 15, 1927 - June 7, 2009

It’s been two years since you left us But you have been in our thoughts daily You will always be with us Forever remembered Forever Loved May the angels be with you As they have always been May you Rest In Peace Always remembered by Husband Pete, Children and Grandchildren

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A career that fits, naturally. Selkirk College values family, healthy living and a positive work-life balance in the scenic West Kootenay and Boundary Regions.

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL COOK 2 PROGRAM/RELIEF INSTRUCTOR The successful applicant will provide instructional assistance to the instructor and students in the Professional Cook 2, Ski Resort Operations and Management and Resort and Hotel Management programs. Qualifications include current Provincial Journeyman status (Red Seal) with a minimum of four years of full-time experience at a Journeyman level. NONREGULAR/RELIEF. Comp. #34. Closing: June 24, 2011.

ACCOUNTING INSTRUCTOR The successful candidate will instruct S169 Financial Accounting to students in the first year of the Ski Resort Operations and Management program and R269 Accounting to the Resort and Hotel Management second year students during the fall 2011 semester.

Qualifications include a Business Administration degree or Accounting certification (ATT, CA, CGA or CMA), knowledge of the hospitality industry and nine years of post-secondary education and management experience. REPLACEMENT POSITION: 34% load, August 15 – December 23, 2011 with possibility of renewal.

Comp. # 38. Closing: June 24, 2011.

CANADIAN ECONOMY INSTRUCTOR The successful candidate will instruct RHOT 273 The Canadian Economy to students in the second year of the Resort and Hotel Management program during the winter 2012 semester. Qualifications include a degree in Economics, Business Administration or Hospitality Management, a combination of nine years of post-secondary and management experience and knowledge of the hospitality industry. REPLACEMENT POSITION: 17% load. December 12, 2011 – April 20, 2012, with the possibility of renewal. Comp. #37.

Closing: June 24, 2011.

Visit our website for details on this and other career opportunities.

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Regarding a proposed rock quarry located at the Genelle Pit.

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250-359-7281 Anyone interested in this application is invited to attend.

Cards of Thanks

Cards of Thanks

The families of the late Jack Bryden wish to thank all those who attended his Celebration of Life on May 19th, 2011 at tthe Prestige Mountain Resort in Rossland.

Special thanks to Ivan Moore for serving as an emcee for the event and for writing a poem dedicated to Jack, to Art Mercer for his choice of verse from the Bible and to Hans Louwe and to Melissa Bryden for their moving and amusing eulogies. The families would also like to acknowledge the effort that Lisa Stewart put into creating the video that was shown at the Celebration of Life.

The families also wish to thank Jack’s medical team for the care and attention that they provided him over the past two years. The network included: Drs. A. Jugnauth, M. Humer and Manji of Kelowna; Dr. N. Scotland, Diana Ferguson, Donna Markle, Community Care Nurses, Emergency Room Doctors and Nurses and other KBRH staff from Trail; Dr J Dalla Lana, Pharmacists Mel and Kathy, Joe Ranallo of Rossland, and BC Ambulance attendants from Castlegar.

We would also like to acknowledge the support and professionalism provided by Al Grywacheski and his staff at Personal Alternative Funeral Services. Our thanks to the Rev Ken Siemens for his understanding and kind words at the private memorial service and internment at Mountain View Mausoleum on May 11th, 2011.

No thank you would be complete without acknowledging the support that family, neighbors, and friends including the e-mail group provided during Jack’s illness. Jack was grateful to you all. And best wishes for recovery to the many that we connected with that are still in the battle with cancer. Special thanks to Rhonda Kendell for taking our beloved Beau whenever we needed to go out of town for treatment. Many random acts of kindness occurred in the last two years and we were thankful recipients for them. And finally, the families wish to thank everyone for their visits, cards, flowers, food, phone calls and messages and donations made in Jack’s memory.

God Bless You All. We are all truly going to miss Jack.

With our thanks, Ellen Bryden and families

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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.

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GRAPPLE YARDER Operator (Madil 124). Based out of Prince Rupert. Full-time, must be experienced, union wages.

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Homecare/Support worker required to assist Castlegar Senior. Phone 250-365-8096 HOUSEKEEPER wanted for Red Mountain Resort Lodging.

Full to Part-time hours. If interested, then please send your resume to: bookings@redmountainvillage.com Required immediately, full time Parts person. Ford experience would be an asset, competitive wages with full benefits & pension plan. Mail resume to: 715 Oliver St., Williams Lake, BC V2G 1M9 or Email: csmith@lakecityford.ca

Immediate Opening for a PART TIME WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR: must hold a minimum of Level I Operator Certification. Familiarity with SCADA is an asset. Salary to be negotiated. Please send resume to Genelle Improvement District, Box 82, Genelle, BC V0G 1G0 or email to genelle@shawbiz.ca.

Closing date is June 24, 2011.

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I/O Design and Engineering is a small mechanical engineering design firm located in Trail, BC. We are currently looking to fill the following positions: a junior mechanical draftsperson, a junior mechanical designer, and a mechanical engineer. Typical projects involve concept generation to detailed design for: automated equipment, lifting devices, material handling equipment, specialty equipment platforms, and process equipment and components. If you are interested in applying please check out the careers section at our website www.iodesign.ca for further details on the job postings.

Gaming Attendants Assistant Manager Security Manager Gaming Cashiers Shift Managers Bingo Hosts Bartenders Security Servers Cooks Apply with resume and cover letter to cbullock@berezan.ca

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Boston Pizza, Canada’s #1 casual dining concept is currently seeking motivated, energetic individuals. If you’re dynamic, responsible and are looking for a fun and rewarding work environment, we’d like to hear from you.

We are currently hiring. Potential positions include: Dishwashers t Cooks t Delivery Drivers t Servers t Bussers t Host For opportunities within our restaurants please apply in person with resume, between 11am - 2pm - Saturday June 11th, 2011. #114 - 1983 Columbia Ave. Castlegar

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We are anticipating to re-open in the first week of July.

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Swick Mining Services is one of Australia’s largest mineral drilling contractors providing underground and surface drilling services both nationally and internationally. Swick is a market leader in the development of innovative rig designs and drilling practices that deliver improved productivity, value, safety and versatility.

To be considered for this position you will: Have proven experience in Boart Longyear rigs LM45/55/75/90, Atlas Copco’s Diamec, or similar; Hold a current Driver’s Licence; Pass a comprehensive medical including a drug and alcohol screen; Be physically fit and prepared for work in hot and remote locations; Provide a criminal background check.

To Apply send your CV and a Cover Letter tochelsea.raffan@swickmining.com.au. You Will Be Offered: Top Dollars for your Experience with bonus incentives. Great Shifts - 2 x 1, 2 x 2. Some 1 x 1 depends on site. Accommodation in a quality apartment near one of our many beautiful sandy beaches! Spend your R & R surfing, putting a shrimp on the barbie, seeing the country, or just having a cold beer! Return flights home to visit family and friends every six months paid for by Swick!

The best site accommodation available. Proven State of the Art Equipment.

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for a certified Journeyman 40 ton crane operators ASAP. Excellent wages, full benefits after 90 days, profit sharing semiannual after 90 days, full-time career minded individuals preferred. Please send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an interview.

Industrial Electricians

Wanted for WTP work in Prince Albert Sask.

Competitive Wages, LOA and Benefits!

* Immediate Start * Fax resume to (1)250-492-3343 or visit www.betts.bc.ca for more info.

Licensed Automotive Tech req. You must be motivated, focused on customer service & organized with the ability to work on your own. Email resume to: leo@cariboogm.ca or mail: 370 S Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1C7 Attn: Leo Nieuwland.

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CASTLEGAR Reiki Master Ariadne Sassafrass will be offering Reiki Level 1 over a series of three evening classes: June 27-29. Learn this ancient powerful hands on healing modality to assist in your own healing & be able to help friends, family & pets.

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English Springer Spaniels CKC Reg. Puppies Champ lines, tails docked, vet checked, 1st shots, guaranteed. Home raised, well socialized.

Ready June 12. $1,200. peterandskye@gmail.com (250) 392-1440 Williams Lake

Financial Services

Merchandise for Sale

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DIAL-A-LAW OFFERS general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-6874680 (Lower Mainland) or 1800-565-5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available). Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1-800-6631919 (Outside LM).

Garden & Lawn GERRY’S PRUNING Lawn & Garden Care Phone 250-304-8185

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Landscaping GROUND Control Yard Maintenance, mowing trimming aerating de-thatching professional and reliable. Call Phil 250 687 1669

SILVERTIP IRRIGATION AND LANDSCAPING Complete landscaping services, specializing in rock/retaining walls and irrigation systems. Call us at 250-365-5333 or 250-304-7991 email: silvertiplandscaping@gmail.com

LIQUIDATION SALE OF RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT

• INGLIS RANGE (NEW) • 2 DOOR FRIDGE • KENMORE CLOTHS WASHER • NEON OPEN SIGN • WALL MOUNT AIR CONDITIONER • 12’ COUNTER • BUNN COFFEE MACHINES • GLASS & COOKWARE • SHELF UNITS • 4 BAR STOOLS • 7 TABLE LITES

NOTE: ALL THE EQUIPMENT IS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED

Terms: Cash or cheque only with proper ID

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Heavy Duty Machinery

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1934 MAIN ST. FRUITVALE B.C. Sat. June 11th 11 AM Open to view 9 AM

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Topsoil, #1 Quality tested Flagstone, Patio & Wall Stone Biostone 250-777-1531

At Eva’s Eatery on Main Street

• 4’ HOOD C/W FAN & 1 NOZZLE FIRE SUPPRESSION • S/S DOUBLE SINK • MOYER DIEBEL DISHWASHER C/W BOOSTER • SINGLE GLASS COOLER • 30” HIGH DISPLAY COOLER • ESPRESSO CAPPUCCINO MACHINE 220V • 5 - 30” x 48” TABLES • 4 - 30” X 30” TABLES • 23 - STACKING CHAIRS • 9 - ARM CHAIRS • NAT. GAS CEILING HUNG UNIT HEATER

YARD Sale June 11 9am Baby items old bottles household items 2644 10th ave Castlegar

2007 Deere 325 Skid Steer Topsoil Shaker Screens Grizzly 250-365-6267 WANTED: Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, farm tractors w/loaders, skidsteers, wheel loaders,screeners,lowbeds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

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Garage Sales CASTLEGAR Moving sale 713 - 107 St, June 10, 11 &12 early bird Friday ,6pm - 8pm, Sat & Sun 9am to 3pm CASTLEGAR MOVING SALE Bunk Bed $75, Loft Bed $75, Universal gym $150, Rowing Machine $75, 2 cylinder compressor $50, Alter Sonic Cleaner $400 Call 250-365-2031 CASTLEGAR MOVING SALE CREATIVE EDGE GALLERY PAINTING BY KARLA PEARCE On Sale make us an Offers! Last day July 30th Open Tues - Sat 11:00 to 4:30, 1249 - 3rd St Castlegar, 250-365-2032 CASTLEGAR Multi family garage sale upper Southridge Drive, 9am - 2 pm, Sat, June 11th, Only Good Stuff CASTLEGAR Neighbours garage sale, cruise the crescent bag the bargains, Emerald Cres & 37th St, Sat June 11th - 8:30 am CASTLEGAR (OOTS) Household, Tools, Gardening, Wine Making Equip, Sat, June 11th 8 - 2, 1054 Bridgeview Cres CASTLEGAR Rain or Shine, Sun, June 12th #2 - 110 Crescent St, 9am -1pm CASTLEGAR, SAT, JUNE 11, 8 - 2, 3301 - 8th Ave S, Misc, Chairs, Books, picture frames, linens, China, Glasses, etc CASTLEGAR St. Rita’s Church 513 - 7th Ave, June 10 6 - 8 pm & June 11, 9 - noon ROBSON Huge Garage Sale 1023 Quance Rd, Sat, June 11th, 9-?

ROBSON Multi Family & Estate Sale, 2882 Fraser AveSat June 11th, 8 - 2 pm

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re:

Koozma K. Poohachoff, deceased formerly of RR #1, Site 2, Comp. 7, Slocan Park, British Columbia V0G 2E0

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 July 22, 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 she has no notice at the time of distribution.

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By Polonicoff & Perehudoff, her solicitors

Misc. for Sale 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.

ANTLER BUYER. Cash paid!

Sheds, racks, brown, white, taxidermy mounts, ivorys, etc.

ANTIQUES: snowshoes, wooden skis, fishing tackle, chaps, beadwork, oil paintings, etc. Call (250)426-6993 or email kubiwest@telus.net BUILDING SALE... “Rock Bottom Prices!”. 25x40 $7995.

30x40 $9840. 35x50 $12,995.

40x80 $22,600.

47x100 $35,690. Ends included. Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers since 1980. Call 1800-668-5422.

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com SAWMILLS - BAND/Chainsaw - Spring sale - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Make money and save money. In stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195.00 www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

1-800-566-6899 Ext.400OT WALKER POPLAR, plugs: $1.69/each for a box of 210 ($354.90). Full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries.

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1-866-8733846 or treetime.ca.

Misc. Wanted I Buy Coins, Collections, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins etc Chad 250-863-3082 ( local )

Real Estate Acreage for Sale CHRISTINA LAKE: Large lake view lot. Close to community hall. Short walk to Public beach, shopping & school. Beautiful building site, quiet location. Corner of Park & Benniger. .26ac. $108,000. 780-457-7884 or 780-991-4084.

Commercial/ Industrial Property CASTLEGAR Prime Building for Lease Downtown 401A -13th Ave, 1400 sq ft Available June 1st, Lots of Parking, Affordable Rent Contact 365-1032 or 304-9010

Houses For Sale 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

Mobile Homes & Parks 2006 - 14 x 66 - 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath Modular Home 5 Appl, many extra’s, Electric Airforce & Wood Stove, To be moved.

MUST SELL Offers Call 250-399-0015

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 US $109,950. Many other plans available.

The Home Boys 877-976-3737 509-4819830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!

Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations.

Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 Bedroom Suite, $650 incl Utilities N/S N/P (250) 304-5229 July 1st

CASTLEGAR 2 Bdrm 1000 sq ft, F/S, Security, Laundry, N/P, $520/mth 250-608-4949 CASTLEGAR 2 Bdrm Apt in lower level, includes F/S, W/D on premises N/S, N/P, Freshly painted, new cupboards & countertop , Oglow Subdivision, Avail June 1/11, $550/mth + utilities Call 250-304-9010 or 365-1032 Call in evening if possible CASTLEGAR, partially furn.

2bd. condo, w/d, f/s. avail. now. 250-368-9377 leave message

Commercial/ Industrial CASTLEGAR COLUMBIA AVE Office Space for 1-2 people starting at $750/mth & 3-4 people $1,200/mth Call 250-365-9886 for appt. to view CASTLEGAR Office/Retail Space Available for Small Business - 880 Sq Ft 6th Ave South Call 250-365-3315

Mobile Homes & Pads ROBSON Mobile Home for rent Refer required, Call 250-304-3430

CASTLEGAR Raspberry Village, 2 bdrm Basement Suite N/S, F/S, DW, W/D, Pets nego, reference required Avail July 1st, $700/mth call 250365-7854 or 306-771-2044 North Castlegar 1 Bdrm Basement apartment, river front, cable, heat, lights included, N/S, N/P, $600/mth, references required, quiet single, 250-365-5707

Suites, Upper

Castlegar 2 bdrm Apartment Bright & Spacious, F/S Laundry on site close to amenities, N/S, N/P $725 + utilities 359-7819 Castlegar South, Studio suite, F/S, Microwave, utilities, cable & internet included, private side entrance, off street parking, single person only, ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING OR PET, Call Al at 250-365-5560 after 6 PM

Townhouses

BC HOUSING is accepting applications for family rental units in Castlegar. Tenants pay no more then 30% of their gross monthly income for rent.

For information on eligibility & applications please call 250365-2667 or 1-800-834-7149 or check out our website at BCHousing.org BC HOUSING is accepting applications for family rental units in Castlegar. Tenants pay no more then 30% of their gross monthly income for rent.

For information on eligibility & applications please call 250365-2667 or 1-800-834-7149 or check out our website at BCHousing.org

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MTI requires a full time Recruitment Officer. The ideal candidate has excellent multi-tasking skills, confidently operates in a computer environment with a variety of software, is a self starter, friendly and outgoing. Comfortable working over the phone with a smile in your voice as a detail-oriented, positive individual you will be excited to join the MTI team in helping our clients achieve their career goal. Please provide a current resume and cover letter to: Natalie Roberts Email: nat@drivemti.com Fax: 250-365-5505 Mail: 2205H - 14th Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 3Z1 We appreciate all who will be applying but only those short listed will be contacted for an interview.

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Journeyman Welders, $31. $35. per hour. 2nd/3rd year apprentices, hourly rate based on experience. Full benefits after 90 days. Profit sharing semi-annual after 90 days.

Full-time career minded individuals preferred. Send resume to: joe@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an interview.

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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

Homes for Rent Available July or Aug 1st 4- Bedroom 2-Bath Home on 2 acres. Lots of New Upgrades. Remote Location.

Near Silverton/New Denver.

10 minutes from Slocan Lake and Villages.

1 Year Minimum Lease Open to Animals Secure Income References Required Serious Inquiries Only $1250.00/mnth negotiable upon care of House/Land Call 250-358-7794 or email fmfontaine@redmtn.ca CASTLEGAR Avail Immediately, rural 5 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Lg Yard, N/S N/P, reference req’d, 1,300/mth + utilities 250-304-8358 CASTLEGAR SOUTH, well maintained 2 Bdrm Heritage House with garage & large back yard, N/S, N/P, $950/mth utilities not incl. Call 250-365-9886 for appt to view.

ROBSON - QUIET clean, reno’d 2 bdrm heritage home $850/mth + Utilities, ref req N/S, N/dogs, 250-304-7667 SOUTH Slocan Village Road: bright spacious 4Bdr home, 1.5 baths, 2082 sq.ft. $285 000. Pictures and details at www.propertyguys.com/196602, 250-359-5948.

THRUMS Mobile Home, 2 bdrm, F/S, W/D, deck with addition, no dogs 250-3597178 or 250-304-9273

Suites, Lower 1BDRM Basement Suite in quiet 4-plex, South Castlegar Clean, Spacious and Bright Laundry available. Avail July 1st, N/S N/P $550/mth Ph 250-354-9804

Cars - Domestic 99 Chrysler Concorde Green, Extra for tires on rims Phone 250-365-8292

Cars - Sports & Imports

OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206

Scrap Car Removal 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

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Trucks & Vans

1996 Chevy 4X4, 5-speed, Runs Great, Great Gas Mileage, Box Liner, Tool Box, $3500.00. 250-5128020 or donpeggy@hotmail.com

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