Chase Sunflower - July 29, 2022

FREE! Take one!

E

TH

DELIVERY Your Local GUY Realtor is BACK!

236-586-1766 Chase BC

Chase’s community paper for over 27 years!

Issue for the week of Friday, July 29th, 2022 • Volume 27 - Issue 30

Local Fastball Players headed to Games

T

hree young men, local to the Chase area have been selected and rostered to the U21 Team B.C. Men’s Fastball team, to represent British Columbia at the Canada Summer Games August 16th - 21st in Niagara, Ontario.

Carden Alec, a member of the Titquet Indian Band (resides on Adams Lake Indian Band), Dorian Billy, a member of the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band, and Ethan Lans, a member of the Adams Lake Indian Band, have all played minor hockey and minor ball in the Chase, Kamloops and Vernon areas since the age of 4 years old. They now play in the Kamloops Major Men’s Fastball

Carden, Ethan, and Dorian

League as well as many tournaments within BC. All 3 attended Team BC tryouts in Richmond and Kelowna and were successful in making the team.

Their parents - Gabe & Tammie, Robin & Desira, Shayne, Mark & Bernice, would like to wish them all the best at the Canada Summer Games.

MY NEW OFFICE The Top 10 Things to do when

buying or sellingLogos your home: Royal LePage

#1 - Call me.

Horizontal Applications 250-320-5472 ...and I will handle the other 9 :)

CHASE • KAMLOOPS • SHUSWAP

250-320-5472

lisaatkinson@royallepage.ca lisaatkinson@royallepage.ca www.lisaatkinson.ca www.lisaatkinson.ca

Proud to serve

CHASE • KAMLOOPS • SHUSWAP

David Lepsoe to run for Mayor of Chase in the upcoming local election

David Lepsoe is pleased to announce fan,TheDavid volunteers for Chase Heat, tagline logo is also available for horizontal applications, with the tagline positioned to the left o white space” present on all versions of the logo. These logos are not to be recreated, or al that he will be running for Mayor in the and“officialcan always be seen helping All versions of the logo are available at rlpnetwork.com/logos. All versions are available as PMS, C October 15, 2022 municipal elections. during games. He also volunteers to David is 61 years old and has lived put together Chase’s favorite annual the majority of his life in Chase. He is events: Chase Country Christmas and known in the community as historian Canada Day. Continued on back page... and hiking trail champion.

Back to Table of Contents David loves his community, and for decades he has continuously dedicated countless volunteer hours to help residents, service groups and businesses in Chase, all for the betterment of his community. David’s volunteer portfolio is too large to cover it all here.

Currently David volunteers his time to preserve and promote local history by putting on historic tours for residents. Being an avid hockey Advertisement Paid for by the Committee to Elect David Lepsoe

Finishing Touches being done...

MLS 165298

Delivery & Courier Services

Brand New up and down Duplex, 5bdrm+den/3bath, is the perfect solution for the savvy investor in this hot rental market with an incredibly low vacancy rate in the area!

Donna Smith-Bradley Personal Real Estate Corporation Your Local Realtor® direct: 250-819-0551 office: 250-679-7748 www.donnasb.com donna@century21lakeside.com Local Office: 826 Shuswap Ave, Chase

Page 2 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

Community Events Bulletin Hey Hockey Fans and Players!

Chase Minor Hockey Registration Forms are due now! The last day to register is July 31, 2022. Fees will increase by $100 and players may be put on a waiting list for the season depending on team space.

Pay now and be entered for the chance to win your registration fees back for the year!

Are you interested in planning a LGBTQIA2S+ event in the Chase area?

Join us on August 10th at 6pm at the Chase Visitors Center for discussion and planning.

Snacks provided!

Music On the Lake Tuesdays at 7 pm at Memorial Park in

OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday PHONE:

Chase

Chase Wading Pool EXTENDED HOURS. Please note that the Wading Pool at Centennial Park will now be open daily from 9 am to 7 pm. Or check out the Splash Pad at Memorial Park, which is open daily from 10 am to 10 pm.

Cooling Centre: With extreme high temperatures expected through the coming week, the Creekside Seniors Centre at 542 Shuswap Avenue will be open starting Monday, July 25 from 12 PM to 7 PM and continuing until conditions improve. Any resident who would like access to an airconditioned space and/or water is welcome to drop in and escape the heat.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase * For info / hours phone 250-679-3536 *

Chase Legion Activities Mon. Aug. 1 - open 2 - 6 pm - fun darts Tues. Aug. 2 - open 2 pm - 6 pm Fun pool, fun darts, free meat draws Wed. Aug. 3 - CLOSED Thurs. Aug. 4 - open 2 - 6 pm Fun darts, fun pool, great discussions Fri. Aug. 5 - open 2 pm - 8 pm - fun darts, burger nite 5 - 7 pm Sat. Aug. 6 - open 1:00 pm - fun darts,

(250) 320-3050

The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in Letters and Columns do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher.

The Chase Sunflower is copyrighted and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the written consent of the publisher.

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated

by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase, as well as to Pritchard, Sorrento, Squilax, Jade Mountain, and Adams Lake. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported.

Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community.

Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove

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 6pm 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.

meat draws, 50/50, lotto, pull tabs Sun. Aug. 7 - CLOSED

EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca ** Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods ** MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0

400 Club Winner Barb Wagner $100.00

At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we invite you all to Mass on Saturdays @ 4:00 pm.

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

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

Chase ChaseEvangelical Evangelical Free Church Free Church295 Shuswap Ave Service at 10 am Physical Gathering Sunday Suspended in response More Information to Provincial Health at Order, Online Gatherings ChaseChurch.com Accessible at 250 679 3626 www.ChaseChurch.com 250Tyler@ 679 1676 or ChaseChurch.com Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

The Light of Life Native Fellowship Pastor Joseph #1.250.457-3845 Find "Joseph Shuswap Kim" on Youtube

Churches of Chase 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."

Shuswap Shuswap Community Community Church Church Join us Sunday Morning Outdoor Services at 10am @ @ 10am, Sunday Memorial Park Memorial Park Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca for more info.

Call: (778) 824-0383 Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Page 3 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

Local DJs set to perform at Electric Love

by Kelsey Snelgrove

While passes are selling fast to the beats.

Electric Love Music Festival, two local This year will be his 4th set at Electric DJs are getting their sets ready to perform, Love Festival, which previously was held excited that the festival is taking place so in Agassiz, BC. close to home to this year. Chase’s own Ty “Electric Love needed to move to a LaCroix and Tim Lange are both on the more secure location in order to grow. bill for the August 4 - 7th event, held at Attempting to move to the interior in “The Meadow” 2019, the on the Cel7wet festival was First Nation, cancelled aka Denaultville due to near Chase. wildfires, You may know and then Ty LaCroix aka 2 years Spun Logic from of Covid a couple places right after,” around Chase. explained As a DJ, he has Tim Lange aka Jellynote will be performing for the LaCroix. been the guy third time at Electric Love Music Festival N o w who played the settling funky grooves into it’s new at all the Skate home just Park fundraisers, outside of the Village Chase, the Lanes laser festival is disco bowling set to be “a parties, Chase’n world class the Beat at the electronic Silver Fox, Corn m u s i c Stock, and under festival the fireworks for in our The Nest main stage at a previous festival multiple Canada b a c k y a r d”, Days events. Or with three you may know him from Integra Tire stages presenting different vibes and servicing your vehicle. SpunLogic has styles of music, intelligent lighting, larger been a large presence in the Interior/ than life visuals and sound systems.

Okanagan electronic music scene for the For Tim Lange, aka Jellynote, it will be past 2 decades. his third time performing at Electric Love “My passion other than cars, is creating and he couldn't be more excited that it's a vibe for people to dance and smile to by right in his home area this year. using two turntables and some really big “Having the community that has been speakers,” said LaCroix, who is known built in my adulthood able to experience for his epic sound selection of fun, funky, the area I call home means so much to euphoric and melodic basslines clashed me,” said Lange. with old school disco, house and rock See more on page 5...

New Listing: #13-1214 Okanagan Ave., 2019 1bd/1ba like new unit S/S appliances, vinyl flooring Large lot with deck and shed Balance of New Home. Warranty will transfer. Asking price only $175,000

We live here • We work here • We know here!

Shop with us for all your Summer Fun Activities.

Food & Drug

Grocery 250-679-3553

Pharmacy 250-679-8611

8 am - 8 pm

9 am - 6 pm

7 days/week

Sundays: Closed

825 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC

Dan's Plumbing & Gas (778) 257-0572

Hot Water Tanks • Drain Cleaning • Furnace Boiler Service & Installs • Gas Fitting • Plumbing Repairs Installs • Renos NO TRAVEL OR OVERTIME CHARGES!

Seniors Discount!

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Bonded B Gas Fitter 35 Yrs Exp • WCB & Liability Ins

On Sale This Week in the Bakery: Deluxe Cheese Hot Dog Buns

6 pack $3.48

Wills & Estates Family Law Conveyancing CHASE OFFICE:

BRENDA PATTERSON PREC

BrendaPatterson@hhre.ca

778-220-1822

Open Thursdays 10 am - 4:30 pm #4-834 Shuswap Avenue

Phone: 250-679-3180 Web: www.cfselaw.ca

Page 4 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

Classifieds

250-320-3050 email info@chasesunflower.ca 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase

SERVICES OFFERED

FOR SALE

Need to board your dog? I am

Power lift and recliner Chair $1000

a mature, pet loving lady, honest

OBO. No delivering - must pick up.

&

Walker with seat and hand brakes.

reliable.

References

available.

Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

Barely used $75.

Men’s Raleigh bike - good condition. $50 OBO. 250-679-7718.

WANTED Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps,

taxidermy,

advertising,

barrels, scales, farm. 250-577- 3357.

LOST/FOUND FOUND:

Children’s

eyeglasses.

Dropped off at the Chase Sunflower 250-320-3050.

Thank you for Reading!

Chase Sunflower Out Every Week www.ChaseSunflower.ca

Celebration of Life Celebration of life will be held for Douglas Piggott on August 6th from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Chase Creekside Center, 542 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, BC. Share condolences and memories of Doug through his obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com

A special thank you to everyone who shared in the Celebration of Life of Dale Robinson’s life with us and a thank you to everyone who contributed to the snacks. All were very much appreciated.

It was a special gathering of family and friends.

- The Robinson Family

Classifieds: $5 for up to 20 words.

20

cents

per

Email or text

additional

word.

250-320-3050 or

info@chasesunflower.ca or drop off at the Willows Health Food Store.

NOTICE:

Notice of Intent to Sell as per the Warehouse Lien Act The contents of storage unit # 26, belonging to Tanya Carleton and Barry Gregory Deposited August 10, 2019 Present Charges $556.08 Located at Bighorn Mini & RV Storage, 343 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, British Columbia, V0E 1M0 The contents will be disposed of or sold by public or private sale on or after August 5, 2022.

All accounts are subject to administrative, advertising and disposal costs.

Part Time Member Service Advisor & Casual Teller – Chase Branch At Interior Savings, it’s our job to be there with the right financial support to help our members succeed. That’s local money for local good!

It’s also our job to give back in our communities. As a member of the Interior Savings team, you have the opportunity to support your local economy, local causes, local events and initiatives, and to help create positive change.

If you would like to be part of a team that makes a positive difference in people’s lives, check out these great opportunities as a Member Service Advisor or Teller on our Interior Savings Credit Union website.

“For more information apply please visit our www.interiorsavings.com”

or to website:

Page 5 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower Continued from page 3...

BUSINESS LISTINGS Custom-made products for pain and skin management. Fireweed Wellness Products @ 632 Shuswap Avenue, Chase. 250-679-1156.

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.

Music Festival Finds New Home in Chase

Lange who grew up in Chase, spending They will be joining 150 other time skateboarding, snowboarding, performers, including world-renowned and volunteer firefighting, resides here acts like Wolfgang Gartner, Dieselboy, currently, focusing and Croatia Squad. much of his time on “There will be all producing music. kinds of stores and He’s played many food trucks open for notable festivals in the three day and the past including night duration, as Shambhala, Valhalla, well as workshops and Curiosity Music and many unique Festivals, and sees a experiences. Hope to festival near Chase see you on the dance as an amazing floor,” said LaCroix. opportunity for the Tim and Ty will both be playing on the The festival has “Wormhole Stage”. area. announced a low“The Electric Love income application crew have been putting on so that this experience a top notch event for quite is made accessible to a few years now, and being folks who cannot afford a part of the insane talent regularly priced weekend lineup they have this year passes. Affordability, a is an honour,” said Lange. welcoming and inclusive Lange will be atmosphere, and an performing his blend open environment of Experimental Bass are the foundations of Music on Thursday Electric Love.

The site location Photo by night of the festival on For the full Electric Love “the Wormhole” stage. schedule and pass LaCroix will also be information visit playing the same stage but on Saturday www.electriclovemusicfestival.com afternoon.

Your Museum Thanks You! submitted by Chase & District Museum & Archives

TODD'S COINS CASH FOR SILVER AND GOLD! Also buying coin collections, old money, 999 bullion, jewelry, Rolex & Omega watches

1-250-864-3521

The Chase & District Museum & Archives would like to acknowledge our receiving of $5,000 from the Museums Assistance Program Reopening Fund for Heritage Organizations in December of 2021.

Community Gaming Grant of $20,000 this past month. This money will be used throughout the next year to keep the museum operational, i.e.

Breanne’s wages, utilities, and supplies for exhibits and office use.

Breanne and the museum’s Board of Directors have been using the money since the beginning of this year to purchase much needed office supplies and to help pay Breanne’s wages. We would also like to acknowledge our receiving of a B.C.

As well, a huge thank you to everyone who visits the museum and supports our fundraisers. We appreciate those who donate their time, money, knowledge, and historical items to us. The museum would not be possible without the support of the community!

Page 6 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

News from First Nations

by Carolyn Parks Mintz, Author & Journalist

THE MOOSE HIDE CAMPAIGN This initiative is a grass-roots movement of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal men who are standing up against violence inflicted upon women and children.

Wearing a moose hide symbol signifies commitment to honour, respect and protect women and children and to work with other men to end physical aggression. The group’s vision is to expand the campaign to organizations, communities and governments throughout the country. For further information or to launch a Moose Hide Campaign: www.moosehidecampaign.ca SECWEPEMC LANDMARKS PROJECT Started in 2019 and led by Elders from Splatsin, Adams Lake, Neskonlith, and Little Shuswap First Nations, the Landmarks Project involves the creation

of numerous sculptures representing the oral history, place names, and First Nations’ relationships to lands and waters within Secwepemculecw along its trails and adjacent to its waterways.

The “Coyote Rock” sculpture, created

by Rod Tomma, Tilkotmes Tomma, and Ron Tomma, was unveiled at the Salmon Arm wharf (Sxwesméllp) in late June.

Photo credit – Martha Wicket Salmon Arm Observer

ADAMS LAKE INDIAN BAND (ALIB) Pulling Together Canoe Journey The renewal of this significant event held July 12 to 20, after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, was especially welcome.

Jointly hosted by the Splatsin, Adams Lake, and Simpcw bands, the-250-kilometre route involved over 400 paddlers, ground crew, and volunteers. Indigenous and nonIndigenous participants enjoyed the various segments of the canoe journey and the warm, sunny days on the water. Welcome ceremonies, dinners, entertainment, and awards were also part of the 2022 occasion.

The vision of the Pulling Together Canoe Society is to lead the way in elimination of prejudice and stereotypes, within the core values of fun, unity, respect, cultural diversity, and empathy. ...Cont’d on next page

NOW HIRING! Ice Operators and Custodians Flexible Schedules ART HOLDING MEMORIAL ARENA CHASE, BC

Intermediate

SUDOKU

* Must pass a Criminal Record Check * To apply see www.artholdingma.ca or contact the Facility Manager at chris@artholdingma.ca.

Page 7 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower Continued from page 6...

News from First Nations

ALIB Graduations Grade 12 High School Grads Ava Deneault Brianna Narcisse Bryce Narcisse Deven Thompson Glitter Esquivias Joseph Thomas Kenny Cameron Marya Wood Mia Pena Presley Duckchief Serina Netowaysin UBC Grads Jonathan Michel Peter Michel Sandy Lund Graduates (cont.)

UBCO Grad Nicole Jules Okanagan College Grad Tanya Arnouse Capilano Grad Liam McAlduff TRU Grad Mariah Deneault S. Alberta Institute of Technology Grad Sherrilee King Royal Roads University Grad Maryann Yarama

• • • • •

• •

BBQ and Fun Ball—good food and a softball game Medallion Making Workshop Quilled Earring Making Workshop Gourd Stitch Beading Workshop Sage Wrapping Workshop Chase Summer BBQ featuring magic shows, inflatable axe throwing, obstacle course, and Uncle Chris Clown Introduction to Yoga Class Flint Knapping Workshop

LITTLE SHUSWAP LAKE BAND (LSLB) Quaaout Lodge & Spa at Talking Rock Golf Resort Following May’s disastrous fire that destroyed the lodge’s accommodation wing, progress has been made with regard to some operations. The pro shop, golf course, and driving range are up and running, and the Le7ke Spa will re-open July 29, Tuesdays to Saturdays. As well, the Jack Sam dining lounge may once again welcome guests in August.

Congratulations to all ALIB 2022 Graduates!

Welcome Elders Coordinator Deborah Hall (Debbie Saul) has been appointed the Adams Lake interim Elders Coordinator, and looks forward to connecting with Elders and the community as she plans social, recreational and cultural activities.

•

Recent ALIB Events & Workshops ALIB Staff Community

STUDIO SUITES AVAILABLE Independent and Assisted Living for Seniors All inclusive, home cooked meals, housekeeping, 24 hr on-site staff and social calendar.

For more information or to book a tour contact us at 250-679-1512 or 250-679-4447 Ext 404 live@parksidecommunity.ca 743 Okanagan Ave, Chase

BC Ambulance

BC Ambulance is hiring is Hiring Primary Care Paramedics and Emergency Medical Responders positions available in Chase, BC www.bcehs.ca/careers

NESKONLITH INDIAN BAND (NIB) Summer Solstice On June 21st, the Secwépemc Summer Soltice was held by the South Thompson River.

Elder Mike Arnouse conducted a Water Ceremony with local Pipe Carriers from ALIB, NIB and LSLIB. Continued on page 9...

Or, call our local ambulance supervisor at 250.371.7445

Chase Sunflower Out Every Week

Page 8 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

RCMP REPORT Submitted by Chase RCMP

IMPAIRED DRIVER On June 30th, 2022, at 10:04 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of an erratic driver on the Trans Canada Highway near Chase. The complainant reported a flat deck work truck with racks and shovels kept swerving into oncoming traffic and nearly caused a collision. While Police were on route, several more complainants called in concerns about the driver. Police located the vehicle near Jade Mountain and conducted sobriety checks. The driver, a 52 year old male from Fort Langley, was found to be impaired by alcohol. He was prohibited from driving for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

911 CALL On July 3rd, 2022 at 12:35 pm, Chase RCMP were requested to attend a residence in Pritchard for an unwanted person.

Police were already involved in an assault investigation and could not immediately attend. The complainant phoned back on 911 and yelled “hurry up, hurry up, hurry up”, then hung up the phone. Assuming there was an emergency, Police abandoned the assault investigation and raced to the home, navigating through long weekend highway traffic with lights and sirens. Upon arrival at the home, everything was calm.

There was no emergency. The complainant simply wanted her 20 year old son out of the house. A taxi was called for the son and Police had a conversation with the mother regarding appropriate use of 911.

PADDLEBOARDERS On July 4th, 2022 at 5:24 pm, Chase RCMP received a panicked request for help on Shuswap Lake. The complainant reported that two teenagers were caught in a storm.

The pair had taken advantage of a break in the weather to paddleboard to Copper Island. When the next storm blew in, the pair couldn’t make it to shore; the wind kept pushing them further into the lake. Neither were equipped with life jackets/PFDs. Luckily, Police were available to respond immediately with the RCMP boat. While

Police were searching the lake, a keeneyed citizen noticed the paddleboarders who appeared to be struggling and phoned Police. This person was able to provide an exact location which allowed Police to locate the teens at once. They were very cold and frightened but otherwise unharmed. PFD’s are required on stand-up paddleboards if they are being used to take a trip, such as to Copper Island.

LOUD BANGS On July 5th, 2022, at 10:34 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a suspicious situation in Lee Creek. The complainant could hear loud bangs coming from a nearby property and was concerned it could be gunshots.

Police attended and determined the noise was caused by kids kicking a soccer ball against a plywood backboard.

MALE PUNCHING CARS On July 15th, 2022 Chase RCMP received multiple 911 calls reporting a male behaving erratically on the Trans Canada Highway. Callers reported that a shirtless male was running into traffic and trying to punch cars. He threw a shoe at a passing vehicle and jumped on a stopped semi.

Complainants were concerned that he was going to be struck by a vehicle or cause an accident. Police attended and located the male. He was completely cooperative with Police, initially. After a brief conversation, he was apprehended under the mental health act and transported to hospital for assessment. At the hospital, the male suddenly threw a bottle of hand sanitizer at a nurse for no apparent reason. An awkward struggle ensued as Police attempted to gain control of the sweaty, slippery male.

With the assistance of hospital security, he was restrained without injury to anyone involved.

IMPAIRED DRIVER On July 17th, 2022 at 1:48 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a possible impaired driver on Holding Road. The complainant reported that a white truck drove into her yard and

across her lawn. She was convinced that the driver was drunk. As it turned out, she was absolutely correct. Police were conducting patrols for the vehicle when it nearly struck a police car near Scotch Creek. A traffic stop was conducted and breath samples were obtained from the driver. The breath samples produced ‘Fail’ readings indicating that the driver was indeed impaired by alcohol. He was prohibited from driving for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded.

LOST TRAVELLERS On July 17th, 2022 at 7:44 am, Chase RCMP were requested to assist lost travellers. The complainant phoned 911 to ask for help because she and her kids were lost on a 4x4 trail. They were travelling from Vancouver to Calgary and tried to take a short-cut.

They were located by Police near Neskonlith Lake. Police led them back to the Trans Canada Highway where they continued on their travels. No one could explain how they got so off track.

LYING ON THE TRACKS On July 20th, 2022 at 9:15 pm, Chase RCMP received a call from CP Rail. The train conductor of a passing train observed a male lying beside the train tracks and was concerned for his safety. Police attended and located the male, still lying near the tracks. The male said he went for a walk after an argument with his girlfriend and didn’t know how to get back. During the conversation, Police became concerned he might be suffering from health issues. He was escorted to a waiting ambulance and transported to hospital.

FLARES On July 20th, 2022 at 10:15 pm, Chase RCMP received several calls from concerned citizens who reported seeing emergency flares on the lake in the Sorrento area. Community members responded immediately, believing there was an emergency. It turned out to be kids playing with flares.

Chase Farm & Craft Market Season Starts Friday, May 20th

Chase Farm and COME CraftCHECK Market OUT THE

Fridays from 10 am - 2 pm LOCAL PRODUCTS between the Home Hardware and the RCMP detachment

FRUIT • VEGGIES • BAKED GOODS • EGGS MEAT • PRESERVES • HONEY • CRAFTS

Page 9 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower Continued from page 5...

First Nations News

The event included a feast, brushing off, acupuncture, medicine pouch making, and prayers that acknowledged Language Speakers, Cultural & Knowledge Keepers, as well as connections and responsibilities for Mother Earth, Water and all Creation in Secwepemculecw and worldwide. Elder Lorne Sampson, in his welcome to his property, advised that it was a sacred area that had held many gatherings by our People, which had been banned by the government until 1951 when the restrictive Potlatch law was amended.

Award The Neskonlith Indian Band has received the BC Economic Development Association award, which was accepted on behalf of the NIB by Councillor Brad Arnouse.

Congratulations 2022 NIB Graduates Ashton Thomas Joseph Thomas Jones Lana Thomas Johnny Logan Christian Lola Thomas Purdaby Nevaeh Narcisse

• • • • • • • • •

Recent Neskonlith Events Working Together 13th Annual Traditional Pow-wow Secwepemctsin Kids Summer Camp, language and culture games/activities Youth Movie Night Elders Luncheon Pizza Night and Board Games Bon Fire & Smores Night Union of BC Indian Chiefs’ quarterly meeting Neskonlith Graduates event Secwépemc Health Caucus

J U LY 30

th

&

31

st

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10AM - 4PM

MEMORIAL HALL

SORRENTO www.highcountrypotterysale.com

Page 10 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

Computer Support

on/off-site, remote service & sales

Website Development affordable, local hosting Stefan Schielke 250.679.7744

stefan@inTechrity.ca www.inTechrity.ca

MEL ARNOLD

Member of Parliament

Here To Help

Lions Club Display at Chase Museum submitted by The Chase & District Museum & Archives Society

The Chase & District Museum & Archives Society has a new display showcasing the Lions Club! Breanne has teamed up with the Chase Lions Club to display some items and awards belonging to the group as well as sharing all the

wonderful things the Lions have done for Chase.

The grand opening will be August 9th and the exhibit will run until at least the end of the month. Make sure you come and check it out!

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

With Federal Government Programs MEL.ARNOLD@PARL.GC.CA 1- 3105 29th Street Vernon, BC V1T 5A6

1.800.665.5040

SHOP HOURS:

Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm Saturday 10 am - 2 pm

Sunflower

Bicycle Repair

838 Shuswap Ave. Chase BC

778-220-6709

web: www.sunflower.bike email: paul@sunflower.bike

Take notice that Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) from the Southern Interior Region has applied to the Ministry of Forests (MoF) Thompson-Okanagan Region, for a Land Exchange for Indian Reserve Lands purposes situated on Provincial Crown land described as all that unsurveyed Crown land adjacent to Section 7, Township 22, Range 12, West of the Sixth Meridian, Kamloops Division Yale District.

Take notice that Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) from the Southern Interior Region has applied to the Ministry of Forests (MoF) Thompson-Okanagan Region, for a Land Exchange for Indian Reserve Lands purposes situated on Provincial Crown land described as all that unsurveyed Crown land together with that part of Section 7, Township 22, Range 12, West of the Sixth Meridian, Kamloops Division Yale District.

The Lands File for this application is 3413647.

Written comments concerning this application should be directed by email to Crown.Lands.

Thompson.Okanagan@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MoTI up to August 21, 2022 MoTI may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the following website for more information: https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/

The Lands File for this application is 3413584. Written comments concerning this application should be directed by email to Crown.Lands.Thompson.Okanagan@ gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received

by MoTI up to August 21, 2022 MoTI may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the following website for more information: https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests Office in the Thompson-Okanagan Region of British Columbia.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests Office in the Thompson-Okanagan Region of British Columbia.

Page 11 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower

Word Search - Electric Love

Todd "The Coin Guy"

1-250-864-3521

Buying coin collections, old money, jewelry, old silver

Duck Range Plumbing & Heating Your Local Gas, Heating, and Cooling Specialist

250-214-0539

MJK Home Renovations Chris Walker

250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY

EMERGENCY HELP 250-682-6155

MUSIC FESTIVAL ELECTRONIC STAGES

LIGHTS SOUNDS DANCE PEOPLE

PARTY TALENT PERFORMERS BASS

THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE TECHNO ART

“Beam Me Up Scottie” - Construction

Interior & Exterior work 250-214-9621 Red Seal, Journeyman Cabinetmaker & Finish Carpenter

ALM Mobile RV

Certified RV Tech - Gas Certified & Bonded

Geology rocks, but Geography is where it’s at!

The guy at the tuxedo store kept hovering around me, so I asked him to leave me alone.

He said, “Fine. Suit yourself.”

250-308-9022 AlmmobileRV@gmail.com All your Civil & Oil+Gas Inspection Needs

Armstrong Inspections

778-362-1606 Pete’s Pizza & Pasta

Open Tues to Sat • Closed Sun & Mon

250-679-2775

B.C. Picker

Picker, Estate Liquidations, Rubbish Removal

Bill Currie 250-463-2101

Kalin Good Carpentry Services

Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More 18+ yrs exp.

Call 250-819-9335

Sorrento Plumbing & Pumps

250-679-0001 Serving the Shuswap!

Page 12 • July 29th, 2022 • Chase Sunflower Continued from page 1...

David Lepsoe Running for Mayor

David Lepsoe served on the Village Council for 10 consecutive years, with 3 different Mayors. He works well with others and always looks for inclusive and mutually beneficial solutions to challenges. His political background, paired up with his extensive community connections and excellent listening skills, provide David with extensive knowledge on challenges and successes Chase has been through over the years, and now. This priceless experience is what David Lepsoe will use as a base to make Chase a prosperous community.

David Lepsoe is Connected to the Community he loves and cares about, and hopes that the residents of Chase will elect him as their Mayor.

If you would like to support David Lepsoe’s campaign for Mayor, or have questions or comments, please feel free to reach out to him david.lepsoe@gmail.com More information will soon be available on David Lepsoe’s Facebook page.

Advertisement Paid for by the Committee to Elect David Lepsoe

BIG NEWS! *Liquid Hair Salon is closing end of Aug.* Stylists LeeAnne & Wendy will be relocating to: Shear Fx Hair Studio 638 Shuswap Avenue Chase 250-679-4007 in September

Stylist Lindsay will relocate to One Trick Pony located on Shuswap Avenue in September

Our talented nail Technician Barbara will be expecting her first born, and is stepping away.

Congratulations Barbara!

Thank you to ALL, for your support for 13 years of business in our village of Chase, and surrounding communities.

Thank you Wendy, Lindsay and Barbara, for embarking on this journey @ Liquid Hair Salon. It means so much to have been apart of this experience with these talented ladies.

Please inquire within 250-679-8088 regarding gift certificates.

Antique furniture for sale, along with Salon equipment, and Salon Products.

Chase Sunflower

Out Every Week in Chase & area Thanks for reading!

Donna Smith-Bradley Cell/Text: 250-819-0551

Jolene Polischuk Cell/Text: 250-320-9020

Jeff Tarry Cell/Text: 250-572-2888

Lavern Bazin Cell/Text: 250-804-9793

Jodi Gibson Cell/Text: 250-299-5634

Cynthia Bentley Cell/Text: 250-320-6669

Yvonne Bayley Cell/Text: 250-803-8520

Melissa Bischoff Cell/Text: 250-320-0947

Proudly Serving the Shuswap since 1984 with Offices in Sorrento, Scotch Creek and NOW Chase 826 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC V0E 1M0 250-679-7748