Chase Sunflower - June 16, 2023

Legion’s Veterans Dinner

Chase Legion Br. # 107 - Veterans Dinner was held Tues. June 6th, 2023 - honouring and remembering the service of all Canadian and especially local Soldiers. Over 51 Veterans and their partners and guests were able to attend this year's Dinner.

The Chase Legion Ladies Auxiliary once again prepared a Dinner fit for our Veterans, a Garden Salad, Chicken Cordon Bleu with Boulenase Sauce, Roasted Small Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Carrots, Broccoli, Cauliflower, buns, pickles, olives, butter,

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coffee, tea, water or an adult refreshment. As David Turner provided a soothing friendly background music on the Piano, people began to see friends and find chairs.

At the call of the Sergeant At ArmsAndrew Schmidt, Legion Piper John Angus, Piped the Veterans into their chairs and the evening began..

Chase Legion President Paul Osadchuk reminded everyone about what D-Day Means and has meant to our Canadian identity and to our families in our community of Chase.

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submitted by Dave Smith, Chase Legion

Community Events Bulletin

2023 Grad Car Parade this Friday, June 16th. Leaves from the arena at 6:15 and follows the grad parade route from previous years.

Main parking lot at Memorial Park will be unavailable from 4:00-7:00, as grads will be stopping mid-route for a photo shoot before they continue along.

Come out and show your support!

Historic Tour: Come join us for a 45-minute, 1 km walk learning about the history of Chase on Sat. Jun 24, 2023.

In his signature Downtown Tour, local historian David Lepsoe will take you on a journey

through time, learning interesting facts about the beautiful village of Chase.

The tour will start at 1pm at the Chamber Sign (Map Board) on the corner of Shuswap Ave. and Coburn St. After the tour everyone is welcome to go to the Chase Museum

Annual Strawberry Tea that runs until 3pm. We are happy to offer this tour free of charge for everyone, we encourage donations to Chase Museum instead.

Registrations are appreciated. Please RSVP to EliteEventsBC@gmail. com

Chase Museum Annual Strawberry Tea - Saturday, June 24th from 1:00 to 4:00pm. $7 per person

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase

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

CHASE LEGION

Mon. June 19 - open 2 pm - 6 pm - Hot

Dogs available

Tues. June 20 - open 2 pm - 6 pm, Fun Pool, Fun Darts, Free Meat Draws, 50/50

Wed. June 21 - 5:00 PM General

Membership Meeting

Thurs. June 22 - open 2 pm - 6 pm - Hot

Dogs available - 7 pm Crib Nite Downstairs

Fri. June 23 - open 2 pm - 8 pm - Burger

Nite - 5 pm - 7 pm (Guest BBQ Chef coming in July)

Sat. June 24 - open 1 pm - 6 pm multiple meat draws, 50/50, Lotto, Fun Darts

Sun. June 25 - CLOSED

Join our Celebrity White Hat Chef for Fri. Burger Nites 5 - 7 pm, every Fri in July

Coffee House - Sun. afternoon of Music on July 9th - 2 pm - 5 pm

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 the Chase, BC area. 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.

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 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

June 7 Robert Shuster $100.00

June 14 Pat & Jenny Dawson $100.00

OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC

Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday

PHONE: (250) 320-3050

EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca

WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca

** Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods **

MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove

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

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.

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."

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

Chase Evangelical Free Church Service at 10 am

Chase Evangelical Free Church295 Shuswap Ave

Physical Gathering

Sunday

Suspended in response to Provincial Health

Order, Online Gatherings

More Information at ChaseChurch.com 250 679 3626

Accessible at www.ChaseChurch.com

Tyler@ ChaseChurch.com

250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

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

Call: (778) 824-0383

Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Kindergarten Fair 2023

submitted by Jolene Barkman

Chase Public Health had a very successful Safari Kindergarten Fair this year with 22 kids coming to the Chase Community Hall on Thursday June 8, 2023. Upon arrival the kids were greeted, registered and each received a Kfair pamphlet and a goody bag to start them on their Safari adventure.

Each child went to the vendors and learned various health and safety topics. They learned about their body from our own Brianne Howell Chase ER RN, teeth from Kamloops Lift the Lip Program Coordinator Michael Leis. The kids and adults enjoyed playing with the Play-doh as part of learning about their teeth. They got to learn about sun safety from Nichelle King, Amellia King and Catherine

Tomma from Little Shuswap Lake Band. Diane Tarry and Sue Murray were busy crafting with the kids making Safari hats and other various creations. We had Guy Ramsay, Leila Lewis and Michael Grondin from Child Find do finger prints, pictures and stranger awareness for the youngsters. The Chase Haldane PAC was well represented by Nakia Hill, Danielle Funk, Jennifer Deleeuw and Emily Toews. Kamloops Audiology was done by Courtney Watson and Jeffrey Ng and were very busy the whole day.

Chelaine Woodcock with Child & Youth Mental Health had a fun game for the kids to talk about their feelings and the kids really enjoyed it. One of the biggest hits of the day was with Olivia from WildSafeBC, she had tons of animal

skulls and a bear skin rug to let the kids touch and feel. The Chase & Adam Lakes Fire Department was another huge hit and the kids enjoyed testing out the heat radar gun on their loved ones. Samantha Sampson, Maria Beaurain, Owen Cormack, Linden Evenson were a few of the fire department members that came and played with the kids.

Downstairs Public Health did the kids immunizations by Donna Barclay RN, and Heather Savage RN. They were also entertained by Bridgette Barkman’s puppet shows and Torin Le Jeune’s games. Once kids were done with immunizations they got to play various games with both girls as well as Jodi Gibson. Some of the games were the Fish pond, Bean Bag Toss and hockey. Each child received tons of prizes and we all had a wonderful lunch provided by Pete’s Pizza, cookies from Craig’s Bakery and a big piece of cake. The kids were happy and full by the time the left the hall.

We all would love to say a big THANK YOU to the many donations from various business in Chase. Without your donations the Kindergarten Fair would not be such a success. These businesses include; Aylmer Storage, Chase Legion, Chase Lions Club, Chase Rotary, Chase & District Health Foundation, Little Shuswap Physio, Chase Dollar Store, Chase Creekside Center, Interior Savings Credit Union, Chase Optometry, Chase Dentist, Silver Linings Store, Village U-Brew, Carlin and Son’s Trucking Ltd, Mattey Bro’s Ltd, Integra Tire, Village Fitness and Tanning, Pharmachoice, Shuswap Bargain Hunters, Maskwa Den, and the Chase Library. We really appreciate all your efforts and commitment to our future young learners.

Classifieds

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale - Saturday June 17th from 9 am - 12 pm at 104 Leighton Ave. Toddlers Bed and mattress, carboys, filing cabinet and more.

Yard sale Fri, Sat June 16th-17th from 10am-4pm added new stuff tools, native lamp. 5964 Waterfront Lane

Annual arbutus st garage sale

Saturday June 24th, 8am-2pm

Multiple homes participating

No early birds please Rain or shine!

Garage Sale - Saturday June 24 at 312 Arbutus Fairways. 9 - 1. Multi homes.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Chase Chamber of Commerce has an opening for a part time position at the Chase Visitor Centre. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, reliable person who is comfortable working alone, is knowledgeable about Chase and area and is comfortable talking to people from all over the world. Please submit resume to admin@chasechamber.com or drop off at the VIC 400 Shuswap Ave Mon-Fri 10am-3pm. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.

SERVICES OFFERED

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

phone: 250-320-3050

email: info@chasesunflower.ca

838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase $5/20 words

LEGAL NOTICE

ABANDONED MOBILE HOME

BUYING COINS & ENTIRE COIN COLLECTIONS! Old coins, old money, Royal Canadian Mint coins, Franklin Mint, US Mint, OLYMPIC coins, and World collections WANTED! Todd 250-864-3521

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.

Between Cheyron Williams, or anyone related with mobile home #31 located at 504 Pine Street, Chase, B.C. and the owner of the of the mobile home park. I, Connie Faye, will dispose of this mobile home unless the person being notified takes possession of the property within 30 days of this notice. Please call 604-855-9935.

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Gypsy Soul is looking to buy vinyl records. 638 Shuswap Ave.

250-819-3875

Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call

BUYING UNWANTED JEWELRY, coins, 9999 bullion, Sterling Silverware, coin collections, old money, nuggets, gold, silver, platinum. Todd 250-864-3521

250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, snowmobiles, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

HALL’S KENNELS

CASH FOR 9999 SILVER BULLION! ALSO PURCHASING COINS, BARS, INGOTS, PRE 1968 coins, coin collections, jewelry, gold, nuggets, sterling +++. Todd 250864-3521

Pritchard

Heated & A/C

Special rates for multiple dogs and long term stays

250-318-8367

WORD SEARCH

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 +

INVISIBLE XRAY TELEPATHY TELEKINESIS

TELEPORT MIMICRY CAMOUFLAGE INVINCIBLE

I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon. I’ll let you know.

NECROMANCY INTANGIBLE AEROMANCY PYROMANCY

GEOMANCY MAGNETISM MARKSMAN EXORCISM

What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato.

Pete’s Pizza & Pasta

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

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 18+ yrs exp. Call 250-819-9335

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

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

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He gave tribute to the thousands of Canadian Soldiers who never returned and he paid homage to every Canadian Soldier, no matter what branch of the Military they served in. We Will Remember Them.

Lorna Augustine explained about the POW (prisoners of war) and the MIA (missing in action) soldiers display, with the reading of the Setting for the Fallen Comrades.

Pastor Tyler Harper (Padre) Blessed the food being served and paid tribute to all Canadian Soldiers, ending with prayers for peace. Padre Harper also delivered the Veterans prayer.

Legion Members John Angus, Patrick Roe, Andrew Schmidt, Perry Kuhl performed the duty of Serving the meals to everyone. Chase Legion Lifetime Member and Veteran Snuffy Clarke maneuvered to the mic and performed the Act of Remembrance and reminded us all - We will Remember Them.

Jim Dunn acted as Bartender, ensuring everyone was able to Toast the King and the Toast to Fallen Comrades.

Shortly after dessert was enjoyed and as the late afternoon waned into early evening Veterans and Guests moved outside for photographs.

A nice lengthy round of applause, appreciation and thanks was given to the Chase Legion Ladies Auxiliary Members President Jeanne Talbot, Randie Askeland, Bonnie Askeland, Eileen Borscher, Christine Wist, Eileen Foster and volunteer Janice Graham.

The Thanks were extended to the Br. # 107 Membership Executive Board and the Poppy Fund Committee for all their work; Congratulations to Dan McLean and John Angus.

A good Event and a great Tribute of Thanks to our Veterans and to all those who serve in the Canadian Military in whatever capacity.

SUDOKU NOVICE

Chase Community Services Society - Chase Seniors Transit

submitted by Dave Smith

A Chase fixture now seen regularly around town, the Chase Community Services Society - Chase Seniors Transit is celebrating 4 years. This BC Registered Non Profit Society and Federally Registered Charity operates with a Volunteer Board of Elected Directors, who meet monthly in Chase. The purpose and goal of the Chase Seniors Transit has been to help local Seniors and Chase Residents with Disabilities or Mobility issues, who require transportation assistance in order to get to Medical and Health & Wellness appointments, through the services of the Chase Seniors Transit, Bus or Van.

The Chase Seniors Transit began with volunteers being able to purchase a 7 person / wheelchair accessible bus (manufactured in BC) for the first year and a half. As the word spread so did more needs become identified and the Volunteer Board went out and secured funds for a second vehicle, a Chrysler 6 person passenger van.

During 2022 the 2 vehicles have travelled over 43,000 km with 14 drivers, who are qualified, insured and have had Driving and Criminal Record Checks and are local residents. Over 375 trips in 2022 and over 540 trips in 3 years.

Close to 800 individual clients utilized the CCSS Seniors Transit Bus Program (Bus or Van).

Operating costs of over $31, 000 were incurred during

2022. With door to door pickup and delivery back home requests, phoning to arrange a pick up time as soon as possible really helps, the more days before your appointment the better. Reservation times must be entered into the weekly computer / dispatch schedule in order for the Chase Seniors Transit Bus or Van pick up time to be reserved. Ph: 778 - 586 - 6565 to register or for more information.

The Chase Community Services Society - Chase Seniors Transit is available to Chase Seniors, local Chase residents who are handicapped or a disabled person, or a person with mobility issues, a person who requires transportation help to get to Medical and Health & Wellness related appointments.

Please Be Aware the local Chase Seniors Transit does not replace Taxi Service.

As interest and awareness increases, so does the identified need. The Board of Directors have been talking about the need for a 3rd vehicle to help meet our local Transportation needs.

What are your thoughts and opinions??

So if you are interested in helping, volunteers are always welcome.

Please call 778 - 586 - 6565 for more information or to register.

All donations are greatly and gladly accepted. Tax Receipts available.

WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR OUR SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

Please continue to donate!

Donations, in Memory of Donations, and Estate planning Bequethments. This is our only form of funding for the purchase of Medical Equipment (Space Lab, portable Ultrasound, most recently “Lucas” Chest compressions and 2 specialized Chairs for the Adult Day Services.

Mail donations to PO Box 1099, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 or check out our website at www.cdhsf.ca to donate online. Tax deductible donations and receipts provided upon request.

Wills

CHASE OFFICE:

Open Thursdays

10 am - 4:30 pm

#4-834 Shuswap Avenue

Phone: 250-679-3180

Chase Minor Baseball Players of the Week

submitted by CMBA

Thanks for the GC’s Eye Candy ladies and to Kelsey at the Sunflower for printing our shining stars!

Bicycle Repair

Emma Collins

Emma’s favourite position to play is 1st base. Her favourite ice cream flavour is bubble gum and her favourite team is the Blue Jays.

Colton Hanna

Colton likes playing left field. His favourite ice cream flavour is root beer and his favourite team is the Green Hornets.

Ryder

Ryder loves batting and his favourite ice cream flavour is vanilla. His favourite baseball team is the Blue Jays.

Leah

Leah likes playing pitcher, her favourite ice cream flavour is Birthday cake and she loves the Jr. Jays!

Ian Monzac

Raelynn

Maddex’s likes batting, pitching and back catching. He Loves moonmist ice cream and his fave ball team are the

Yankees!

Ian loves throwing K’s to the batters, his favorite ice cream is Vanilla and the Green Goblins are his go to Team for baseball!

7U King Cobras

9U Green Hornets

9U Jr. Blue Jays

Sowerby

5U Turtles

Raelynn Thompson

loves chocolate ice cream.

11U Orange Crusher Maddex Manywounds

New York

11U Green Goblins

7U Thunderbolts

Olsen

Chase’s Community Paper

Is your property Fire Smart?

Did you know that even surrounded by a raging wildfire, communities can be saved by being Fire Smart?

Our newly appointed Local Fire Smart Representative, Shawn McCarthy of the Chase Fire/Rescue Department and local resident Dan Stevens, Fire Smart Specialist, are hosting a public Fire Smart education session on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the upper level of the Chase Fire/Rescue Hall at 810 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC.

This is an important session! We urge as many people to attend as possible to learn how to make your property Fire Smart. We can save our houses during a wildfire if we are all Fire Smart!

We ask that you RSVP in advance of the session so we know how many people will be attending. Please email your intent to attend to reception@chasebc.ca or call 250.679.3238 and ask for Kim.

It’s Back! Lobsterfest!

By Carolyn Parks Mintz, Author & Journalist

After several years of limited socializing and few special events, Chase Fire Rescue personnel are pleased to once again offer an evening get-together and a delicious meal featuring fresh lobster ordered in from the Maritimes, on Saturday, June 24th at the Chase Community Centre. Doors open at 5:00 pm with dinner starting at 6:00 pm. A variety of tasty salads and desserts will complete the $40 meal, with a cash bar available as well. For those who aren’t keen on crustacean seafood, hamburgers will also be offered with all the above trimmings for $25. A raffle, door prizes, and the ever-popular Silent Auction will also be part of the night-out—sure to be enjoyed by all.

Fundraising by Chase Fire Rescue finances such initiatives as the purchase and replacement of specialized equipment, donations to local charities, support of segments of the community in need, as well as specific training.

A current undertaking of the department consists of plans for water rescue, the equipment required, as well as the training necessary. Research is ongoing with regard to the provision of this much-needed service for our lakeside community and area.

Tickets for the upcoming finger-lickin’-good event are available until Saturday, June 17. For further information or tickets, contact Ali at 250.319.4034.

Father’s Day Breakfast

CANCELLEDCANCELLED CANCELLED

Grad Class of 2023

Kayla Andrew Keira Andrew Tanner Arnouse Dyson Becker Cohen Clark Tyee Clark

Ava Cowan Kennedy Erbin Gavin Erricson Brayden Evenson

Max Flowers Calub Horan

Geo Horton Ethan Krygsveld Lauren Leduc-Sjodin

Logan Ludtke

Thomas MacDonald Nevaeh Mackenzie

Logan Markin Victor Miller Calvin Nepoose-Buffalo

Deja Salazar Megan Saranchuk Emi Senger

Museum’s Strawberry Tea

submitted

The Chase & District Museum & Archives will be hosting their annual Strawberry Tea on Saturday, June 24th from 1-3pm. Come and enjoy a slice of cake with strawberries and tea or coffee served in a fine china teacup at the museum. Everyone is welcome! Admission is $7 per person, paid at the door. Questions - call the museum

(250-679-8847) or email chasemuseumsociety@gmail. com.

There is also a (45 minute) historic tour of Chase led by David Lepsoe, at 1pm that day. It starts at the map board at the corner of Shuswap Avenue and Coburn Street. RSVP to the tour at EliteEventsBC@gmail.com.

Faith Smith Chevao Sparrow Aliah Tamke

Melissa Vandervoort

Royal Young

Chase Four Laning Project – Construction and Traffic Updates

June 2023

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure project team wishes to provide the public with updates on key project activities, construction, and traffic impacts to keep locals and highway users informed as the project progresses. These updates can be found on the project website www.gov.bc.ca/bchwy1-chase

Current & Upcoming Activities

Status

Chase West: Minor construction activity, expected completion June 2023.

Chase East: Construction Activity on Hwy 1, expected completion Fall 2023. (Date under review)

Know Before You Go

gov.bc.ca/bchwy1-advisory www.DriveBC.ca

Project Employment Opportunities

To apply for work on either phase of the project please visit www.bcib.ca

Segment Area Impacts

Description of Activity

Chase West A-D Highway through traffic Project Completion expected by end of June. Line Painting TBD.

Chase East E-G Highway through traffic

Blasting continues between 900h – 1700h (900h-1300h during high fire rating), Expect closures of up to 5 mins in both directions along Hwy 1.

Chase East F Village Roads Utility installations will continue through June with significant disruptions on Shepherd west to Brooke Drive.

Chase East G Coburn Street Access Coburn Street access closed. Notice to be provided when reopening will occur.

Chase East GEast Chase Creek Bridge Chase Creek Bridge deck rehabilitation is ongoing and will continue through to July 17th. 3.95m lane width reduction and 60km/h speed zone during this time.

Have a Question?

Ministry of Transportation: Greg Jones 778-945-6153

chasefourlaning@gov.bc.ca

Chase West Contractor: Dawson Civil Ltd. Chris Cooper 250-374-3657

ccooper@dawsoncivil.ca

Chase East Contractor: CIF Construction Ltd. Scott Fomenoff

778‐835‐5357

scott.fomenoff@cifcon.com