Chase Sunflower - April 21, 2023

Pollination Station

The first of the Chase and Area Young Learners’ Society pollinator gardens was installed at the library just in time for Earth day!

We are using these gardens as an opportunity to showcase some of the plants that can be grown in our area that promote the health and well being of pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Keep an eye out for more garden projects that will be rolling out as the spring progresses.

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Kristen From and Ashton Sweetnam with newly installed planter boxes in front of the Chase Library.

Photo by Michelle Pottle

Community Events Bulletin

If you are new residents to Chase and interested in what the Village has to offer, businesses, services, clubs, activities etc. in Chase and area, please contact the Chase & District Chamber of Commerce for information on our planned get together May 10th. Deadline for signing up is April 21st so we can decide on a venue. Please call 250-679-8432, or email admin@chasechamber.com

Community ‘Clean Up Green Up’ - Tues., Apr 25 - 1PM!

The Chase Environmental Action Society [CEAS] is planning a ‘Community Cleanup Green Up’ afternoon Tues., Apr. 25, 1PM along the KamloopsShuswap Road (north side of Sexqeltqin bridge).

If you can help, please meet at the north end of Sexqeltqin bridge at 1pm. Please wear brightly coloured clothes, bring gloves, garbage bags (we do have a limited supply) and a

litter grabber if you have one! Hope to see you Tues., Apr. 25, 1PM! Let’s pump our impact to help the planet locally!

The TNRL proudly presents our One Book One Community author Suzanne Simard discussing her book “Finding the mother tree: Discovering the wisdom of the forest”.

Location: Chase Secondary School Library

Date: Wed., April 26th

Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Drop-in. No registration required Parking: Available at the Art Holding Memorial Arena (across from the side entrance of the high school).

Seed to Sprout block party on Shuswap Avenue in Chase May 13th from 10-2. Food Vendors, Family Activities, Gardening info, Plant Sale. Featuring Uncle Chris the Clown and the Dan Smith Trio.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase

* For info / hours phone 250-679-3536 *

CHASE LEGION:

Mon. Apr. 24 - open 2 pm - League

Darts at 7 pm (last night of league darts)

Tues. Apr. 25 - open 2 pm - 6 pm, fun pool, fun darts, free meat draws

Wed. Apr. 26 - CLOSED

Thurs. Apr. 27 - open - 2 pm - 6 pmCrib night downstairs at 7 pm

Fri. Apr. 28 - open 2 pm - 8 pm - Ladies fun darts,

Sat. Apr. 29 - open 1 pm - 6 pm with meat draws, 50/50, lotto machines

Sun. Apr. 30 - CLOSED

May Birthday’s Celebration with cake on Sat. May 6, 2023

Vimy Ridge Candlelight VigilFri. May 12 - 7:15pm, outside at Legion Cenotaph/Cairn

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With respect, I acknowledge that I live and work on the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc First Nation.

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Patrick Herba (250-702-3677)

Meetings @ 5:30 pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs of each month at Railside Restaurant. New members welcome!

Chase Lions Club

PO Box 12, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M0 chaselions67@gmail.com

Facebook Chase & District Lions Club

President – Karen Bassett 250-318-4527

Please call for Lion projects incl pull-tab donations

Meeting at 7 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, downstairs of community hall. Everyone welcome.

Lions RV Park Reservations 250-679-8470 For Medical equipment contact Sandra Welton 778-245-3808.

400 Club Winner

Walter East $100.00

At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we invite you all to Mass every Sunday at 8:00 am

Tuesdays @ 1:00 pm. - Holy Hour with Rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet.

For inquiries call 250679-3025 or 250-372-2581

The Light of Life Native Fellowship Pastor Joseph #1.250.457-3845

Find "Joseph Shuswap Kim" on Youtube John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Chase Evangelical Free Church Service at 10 am

Chase Evangelical Free Church295 Shuswap Ave

Physical Gathering

Suspended in response to Provincial Health Order, Online Gatherings

Sunday More Information at ChaseChurch.com

Accessible at www.ChaseChurch.com

250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

250 679 3626 Tyler@ ChaseChurch.com

Shuswap Community Church Outdoor Services

Join us Sunday morning at 10am

10am, Sunday @ Memorial Park

Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca for more info.

Call: (778) 824-0383

The Chase Community Hall. Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca or more info call: (778) 824-0383 email: spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Neighbourhood Small Grants Applications submitted

Neighbourhood small grants are back, funding the small local celebrations that make Shuswap communities special.

The program is offered through a partnership between Shuswap Community Foundation, Vancouver Foundation, and the Canadian Mental Health Association – Shuswap / Revelstoke Branch, for distribution.

The NSG Program provides small grants of up to $500 for “projects that build community connections, inspire neighbourhood pride and make communities more vibrant and welcoming.”

“In 2022, 16 neighbourhoods held events and celebrated where they live. Some worked together on a beautification

project, some hosted small workshops, or concerts, and many organized their first block party,” says Roger Parenteau, Manager of Shuswap Community Foundation.

“We’re excited to see what the residents dream up this year to make their neighbourhoods an even better place to live.”

Projects that have received grants in years past include movie nights at the park, chilli cook-offs, block parties, community craft nights and more.

This year, applicants are encouraged to pitch ideas that focus on intergenerational, intercultural social togetherness as COVID-19 recovery continues.

Applications opened on April 4. More information can be found http://shuswapfoundation.ca/ grants/neighbourhood-small-grants/

2023 Grads at Chase Secondary are graciously accepting donations for their Safe Grad celebrations.

Donations can be e-transferred to: drygradchase2023@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support.

Classifieds

GARAGE SALES

Grad’s Community Yard & Craft Sale (including silent auction & food vendors). Saturday, April 22nd 8-3:00. At Chase Secondary.

Giant Yard Sale - Stove, Fridge, lots of misc items. Bannock! Every weekend for April. Friday to Sunday 9 am - 4 pm at 1018 Squilax Subdivision Road. Please phone for bannock orders . Call 778 220 8846

Garage sale moving/ 528 Henry Street across from Curling Club. Saturday April 29th 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday April 30 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

FOR SALE

Solid cherry wood dining room table with 6 chairs and extension leaf. Exc used cond. $150

King sized mattress with king sized mattress with pillow top sealy posturepedic. Excellent used cond with a mattress protector $200. Whirlpool dishwasher, white. Excellent used cond. $100.

Kenmore 4 electric element oven. Excellent used condition. $100. Please text Audrey 604-908-5475

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Gypsy Soul is looking to buy vinyl records. 638 Shuswap Ave. 250-819-3875

Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, snowmobiles, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

phone: 250-320-3050

email: info@chasesunflower.ca

838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase $5/20 words

SERVICES OFFERED

Pruning, dump runs, power washing, gutters, windows. Call Lee 250-8528503.

Need to board your dog? I am a mature, pet loving lady, honest & reliable. References available. Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

BUYING COINS & ENTIRE COIN COLLECTIONS! Old coins, old money, Royal Canadian Mint coins, Franklin Mint, US Mint, OLYMPIC coins, and World collections WANTED! Todd 250864-3521

IN SEARCH OF

Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm. 250-577- 3357.

BUYING COINS & ENTIRE COIN COLLECTIONS! Old coins, old money, Royal Canadian Mint coins, Franklin Mint, US Mint, OLYMPIC coins, and World collections WANTED! Todd 250864-3521

CHASE CITIZENS on PATROL

Community service, flexible hours, variety of duties

Help to keep Chase safe by:

• Going out on a 4-hour vehicle patrol one afternoon or evening per month.

• Patrolling at a variety of community events

FMI and an application, please call Christina at the Chase Info Centre.

Obituary

In loving memory of Linda van Hoof

August 10, 1945 to April 11, 2023

It is with the heaviest of hearts and the deepest of sadness that we announce the passing of Linda van Hoof - wife, Mother, sister, Oma, Aunt, niece and friend.

Surviving Linda is her beloved husband and best friend, Peter. Her brother Les (Debbie) Hiebert, her children Dianne (Craig) Simmons, Trevor (Fawn) van Hoof, Ali (Jory) Maki, Megan (Keith) Daye, Joanne (Gabriel) Brownlee, Maria (Dennis) Maki and seven loving grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Helen Hiebert and her younger brothers Lance and Larry.

Linda was born in Kitchener Ontario on August 10, 1945 and was raised a proud Mennonite. She spent her childhood moving from town to town and enjoyed sitting on the edge of the highway naming the make, model and year of the passing cars with her brothers. She could name any car!

Graduating from teacher’s college at 18, and spent many years as a teacher in Ontario which she loved very much. Linda moved to Kamloops, BC in 1977 and raised her family in Westsyde - “Greenacres” was the place to be. Their family home was her treasure. Teaching catechism and being the Coordinator of Faith Formation for Children at St. John Vianney brought her so much joy and kindred friendships.

Linda’s favourite thing in life was spending time with her family, listening to her brother play music, and going for walks with her beloved dog Rusty and with her “bestie” Joan. Her children and grandchildren were most important in her life, family was everything to her, and because of that she fought cancer for 15 years, with her soulmate at her side, losing her brave and courageous battle on April 11, 2023.

The family held a beautiful, private graveside service and small celebration of life with loved ones on April 21, 2023 in Chase, BC.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating blood, “the liquid of life”, on Linda’s behalf or to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice in Kamloops, a non-profit organization dear to Linda’s heart.

Kamloops Hospice Association

72 Whiteshield Crescent South Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9

Share memories and condolences of Linda through her obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com

Village of Chase On-Call Casual Office Assistant

An on-call casual employment opportunity in the Village Office for an on-call casual office assistant.

The on-call casual office assistant is required to provide occasional fill-in support to the Village administration.

Various tasks performed by the on-call casual office assistance will include:

• Front line customer service and cashier duties

• Telephone reception

• Mailing pre-prepared letters

• Completing complaint forms relating to bylaw enforcement and animal control for Director of Corporate Operations

• Facility bookings (Community Hall and Park Use)

• Completing public works service requests for review by Director of Corporate Operations

• Photocopying, electronic, and physical filing of administrative paperwork

• Providing clerical assistance to Senior Administration

• Other clerical administrative duties as required

Being a position within the Bargaining Unit, and in compliance with Article 11 of the Collective Agreement between the Village of Chase and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 900, Chase, this notice is being posted internally for five (5) working days, making the opportunity available to all Village of Chase Bargaining Unit employees.

The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 education, will have experience working in an office environment possessing knowledge of and experience with MS office software and various types of office equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, a good work ethic, be able to take direction, and will be able to successfully multi-task.

The wage for this position is $21.88 per hour with 6% paid in lieu of annual vacation. This position will consist of primarily part-time hours. There are no benefits applicable to this position.

Resumes, held in confidence will be received by the undersigned until 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2023. Please submit your application to Deb Lovin by email to cfo@ chasebc.ca, by mail to PO Box 440, Chase, BC V0E 1M0, by fax to 250.679.3070, or in person at 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC.

NEED JUNK REMOVED? DUMP RUNS?

Friendly Discrete Reliable Bill Currie 250-463-2101

CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY EMERGENCY HELP

250-682-6155

All your Civil & Oil+Gas Inspection Needs Armstrong Inspections 778-362-1606

Todd “Gold Silver Guy”

250-864-3521

Buying coins, coin collections, jewelry, GOLD, SILVER, BULLION +

Pete’s Pizza & Pasta

Open Tues to Sat • Closed Sun & Mon 250-679-2775

Duck Range Plumbing & Heating

Your Local Gas, Heating, and Cooling Specialist

250-214-0539

Village Fitness Gym & Tanning 630 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC (250-679-5377

ALM Mobile RV

Certified RV Tech - Gas Certified & Bonded 250-308-9022 AlmmobileRV@gmail.com

Kalin Good Carpentry Services

Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More

MJK Home Renovations

Chris Walker 250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring

Quick Dry Carpet Cleaning

Carpet, Upholstery, Hard Floors

250-851-8556 Chase BC

I was threatened today at the airport. At the check-in the woman said “window or isle.” I said “window or you’ll what?”

To ride a horse or not to ride a horse... That is equestrian!

Fish and Game Club News

Well Spring 2023 is a very busy time for Chase Fish and Game Club. There are many projects and activities on the go.

Firstly, great news for the club and community!!!!! The club has managed to get all approvals and permissions from Recreation Sites and Trails BC Recreation Officer Marcia Bennett to install a new dock at Harper Lake in the window of July 15th to August 15th, 2023. We must adhere to all the Water Sustainability Act Conditions that are attached to our permission. Plans at the moment are to try and get the dock installed July 17th, 2023. The club is excited to do this for our community.

Clubhouse renos are now 95% completed. Thank you to William Dalin for coordinating the process. Huge thanks to Joe Wallin and Brian Dobson for their donated work on the electrical. Thank you to Darryl Adamson, Louis Cassman, Terry Berreth, Gavin Shaw, William Dalin for reno work and Darryl Adamson’s mom from Monte Creek for

Climate Action Committee

Are you concerned about Climate Change? Do you want to help by participating in a group to make things better?

We all know every little bit helps! The Village of Chase is inviting you to apply for a position on the Village’s Climate Action Committee. This is a voluntary position with at least 4 meetings a year being held. You will be asked your opinion on ways the Village of Chase can contribute to making things better in our community to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce waste, and promote environmental stewardship. The committee’s discussions will

by Secretary Helen Dalin

donation of cabinets and Darcy and Tina Smith from Chase for a donation of counter tops and Gavin Shaw for donation of a double stainless-steel sink and faucet. With these donations the club was able to do a nice renovation for well under budget.

Plans and work bees to get ready for our two upcoming 3D shoots are well underway. This is a fast-growing sport as this year 273 archers showed up to participate in the Kamloops 3D shoot. Chase shoot could also have an increased number of archers this year. Archers are coming early to our Chase shoot and staying at the range for a week and then again participating in the 3D Traditional Bow Hunters of BC Provincial Rendezvous we are hosting on the long weekend. The following weekend there is a 3D shoot at the Salmon Arm Fish and Game. Archers plan to stay in the area and travel around to participate in all the local shoots. Great for our local businesses, campsites, and hotel/motels.

This is also a good fundraising activity for our club. Volunteers are required to help in the concession and with set up and clean up.

Another new idea the club is looking into is establishing a knife/hatchet/ tomahawk throwing practice area at our range. The idea came from a member who offered to build the targets and get them set up. We have a place at the range we think could work very well for this activity and it would be another outdoor popular activity that our members could have access to. Stay tuned for more information on this project.

If you are interested in our club, you can contact us on Facebook at Chase and District Fish and Game Club or look us up on our website at www.cdfgc.ca. We meet the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm at Creekside Senior Center. Newcomers are always welcome. Our next meeting is Monday May 15th.

advise Council on various initiatives, projects and educational opportunities. The committee members will also be asked to be involved in educational activities that have been approved by Council. Please send applications (a bit about yourself and why you wish to participate in this committee) to cao@chasebc.ca or via mail to PO Box 440 Chase BC, Attention CAO.

Deadline for applications is May 1, 2023. If you have questions, please contact the CAO at the Village office at 250.679.3238 or via email at cao@chasebc.ca

For more information or to book a tour contact us at

Town Hall Meeting on Crime

NOW OPEN FOR THE SEASON HOURS:

Tues - Friday • 10 am - 4 pm

Saturday • 10 am - 2 pm

The Heat Jr Hockey Society is having there AGM, Thursday May 11 @ 6pm.

All in the community are welcome to attend. It will be held in the Arena Mezzanine. Paper

A large crowd turned up at the citizen-led meeting at the Chase Community Hall on Thursday, April 20th regarding crime in the Village.

Meeting organizers Troy Connett and Sandra Welton with local RCMP Officers.