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Issue for the week of Friday, November 24th, 2023 • Volume 28 - Issue 47

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Community Events Bulletin

email community events to info@chasesunflower.ca Creekside Seniors will be holding a Bake Sale on Saturday, December 2nd from 10 am - 1:30. As well as a lunch consisting of soup, bun, goodies, and tea or coffee will be served from 11:30 to 1:30 for $7.

Also, basket raffles will be held that day.

Special Jam Session night at Creekside Seniors - 542 Shuswap Ave. Friday, Dec. 1st, doors open at 6:00, refreshments available......ADULTS ONLY The Chase & District Museum & Archives is having their Christmas Purdys chocolate fundraiser again! The deadline for order submissions is November 22nd. Orders can be submitted online by card by logging in at https://group.purdys. com/ (group number 26596) or

Chase

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

completed order forms can be handed in at the museum with cash or cheque. Catalogues can be picked up at the museum or call Janie at 250-679-3094.

Ladies fun drop in hockey.

Tuesday’s 9:00pm. FMI 250299-7948 or meegkennedy@ yahoo.ca Come join us!

Beginners welcome.

GIANT CRIB There will be a Giant Crib at the Chase Legion on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 11:00.

The cost is $12 per person. It is not necessary to bring your own partner.

Lunch will be available. Visitors are welcome.

Payout 85%.

Haldane Craft fair on December 3 from 9:30-2:30 in the Haldane Elementary Gym

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

Mon. Nov. 27 - open 6 pm - League Darts - 7:30 pm Tues. Nov. 28 - open 2 pm - 6:30 pm, fun pool, darts, Free Meat draws Wed. Nov. 29 - CLOSED Thurs. Nov. 30 - open 6 pm - League Darts 7:30 pm- Crib Downstairs - 7 pm Fri. Dec. 1 - open 1 pm - Ladies Fun Darts - come and try it.

Sat. Dec. 2 - open 1 pm - Meat draws, 50/50, pull tabs, fun socializing Sun. Dec. 3 - CLOSED Christmas dinner and dance Dec.16th Turkey dinner with all the trimmings.

Happy hour at 4pm dinner at 5pm dance to follow with the Barn Catz. Tickets $20 at the legion bar.

Ring in the New Year with the Barn Catz $10 a ticket Doors open at 6pm.

(250) 320-3050

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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.

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: Willy Moore 1-250-320-4346

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

November 22nd - Joan Anderson

CHURCHES

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We regret to let you know there is no The that Light of Life Mass at the Blessed Native Fellowship Sacrament Parish until Pastor Joseph further notice.

Father #1.250.457-3845 Ajin was in a car crash Find is taking and his healing a longShuswap time!

"Joseph The is open Kim"church on Youtube John Sunday 3:16 "For God loved every forsoprayers the world that He gave His only and coffee afterwards. at begotten Son, am. Thank you. that8whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Chase Evangelical FreeEvangelical Church Chase Service at 10 -am Free Church 295 Sunday Shuswap Ave Physical Gathering at More Information Suspended in response ChaseChurch.com to Provincial Health 250 679Gatherings 3626 Order, Online Accessible Tyler@ at www.ChaseChurch.com ChaseChurch.com

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Join us Sunday Shuswap morning at 10am Community Church @ The Chase Outdoor Services Community Hall.

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News from First Nations

by Carolyn Parks Mintz, Author & Journalist

Journalist’s Note - A Blazing Issue The summer of 2023 can, unfortunately, be described as “Beautiful BC Burning”— and this was most certainly evident in our area.

Wildfire destruction and harm were inflicted upon Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples alike. It is hoped that restitution, as well as reconstruction, are implemented as soon as possible for all, and that, in future, effective steps are taken to address climate change and lessen the fire risks to those living and working within and near the province’s forested wildlife sectors. -CPM Indigenous Veterans Provided Honourable Service Indigenous veterans’ participation in Remembrance Day ceremonies was disallowed for decades—even though First Nations, Inuit, and Métis served Canada with distinction. It is estimated that more than 12,000 Indigenous recruits enlisted during the First and Second World Wars, as well as during the Korean War, according to Veterans Affairs Canada. However, upon return from service, they were met with dreadful inequities through the Indian Act, and received not even a fraction of what other veterans got in benefits. Today, there are almost 3,000 Indigenous personnel actively part of Canadian Armed Forces.

On November 8th, 1994, a group of Indigenous people in Winnipeg came together for the first Aboriginal Veterans Day, now commonly referred to as Indigenous Veterans Day—which has since spread nationally and is observed every year on November 8th.

Service capability and dedication are not and should not be based on one’s ethnicity, but on one’s motivation and loyalty—both have been, and are, ably demonstrated by First Nations people.

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Congratulations! …..to the Neskonlith, Adams Lake and Skwlax Te Secwépemculecw graduates of the Office Assistant programme offered at Okanagan College, Salmon Arm campus: • Christine Anderson • Deanne Anthony • Charissa Buffalo • Jo Ann Buffalo • Kemal Denman • Brianna Giroux • Cassandra Kearley • Melissa Manuel • Christina McMurray • Serina Netowaysin • Brittani Tomma National Day for Truth & Reconciliation September 30th Also known as Orange Shirt Day, this date commemorates the time of year when Indigenous children were taken from their homes and sent to residential “school” institutions—from which many of them never returned.

Orange Shirt Day was created by Phyllis Webstad of Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation, to mark her story of arriving at residential school, being stripped, and having her new orange shirt taken away as well as her language, culture, and childhood joy.

Phyllis never saw that special shirt again. It now symbolizes the hurt, grief, abuse, and trauma experienced by Indigenous children in Canada’s recent past. The date and all that it acknowledges was recently honoured

by Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples alike.

UBC Okanagan Campus Truth & Reconciliation Installation Visual Artist and Assistant Professor Tania Willard fuses art and advocacy through her annual Orange Shirt Day artistic presentation.

The campus courtyard is transformed into a sea of brightly coloured orange flags fluttering in the autumn winds. Each flag is imprinted with an intricate depiction of a hummingbird, a gentle yet fierce creature known as a defender of its territory and a symbol of recovery, help, and renewal.

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News From First Nations

The tableau is a poignant and powerful symbol of healing from the residential institutional system. It also honours individuals who attended such schools and those who did not return home.

The yearly installation is Professor Willard’s way of bringing diverse groups together to engage in dialogue about the devastating impacts of a harmful national system and to discuss how to develop just futures for coming generations. And as an artist and educator, she believes that creative expressions can help stir some of these transformative conversations about truth, healing and renewal.

Parent & Student Dinner ALIB, NIB and STS students in Grades 9, to 12 and their parents, as well as representatives from local universities are invited to a special evening at the ALIB Conference/Gym Centre on November 29th, from 4:30 to 8:00 pm.

Information on what local universities offer within various faculties and programs will be provided, along with scholastic requirements required and the types of scholarships available.

ADAMS LAKE INDIAN BAND (ALIB)

Welcome!

Ron Minks has been retained as ALIB Chief Executive Officer and has received a warm welcome. Originating from Treaty 6 Territory and the Enoch Cree Nation (Maskêkosih), Ron earned a Chemistry Diploma from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo, and an Executive Masters Degree in Business Administration from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary. His professional experience includes laboratory environmental analysis, management, directorship, Enoch Chief Operations Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer with Cowichan bands. Ron is pleased to have the opportunity to serve ALIB and to work with staff and members.

ALIB welcomes Peter Baker as Fisheries & Wildlife Manager, who will be supporting and implementing programs related to wildlife,

forestry, water, and cumulative effects. Peter’s fish and wildlife experience has been developed during his time with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry, Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation & Parks, and the University of Western Ontario. He is looking forward to working with the area’s unique diversity of fish and wildlife and to being part of the ALIB team.

Darlene Hoy is ALIB’s new Community Safety Coordinator, with extensive experience in the development of safe work procedures, as well as writing safety manuals and policies, in compliance with Worksafe BC and Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Darlene looks forward to contributing to her community.

Lois Paul has joined staff as the Social Development Support Worker, with 20 years experience in administrative and events management, and is eagerly anticipating her new work within ALIB. ALIB Health & Wellness welcomes Rachel Aitcheson as a Registered Nurse with the department. Rachel will provide immunizations, support to home care services, and health education to ALIB residents. She has five years of multi-faceted experience within an acute care hospital, and eagerly anticipates meeting community members and supporting their health care needs.

Terra Harrison is the new ALIB Social Work Team Lead, bringing to the position over 15 years experience within a local Indigenous community. Terra values the importance of the knowledge and wisdom within families and community in caring for children and will diligently support those relationships to provide a safe, inclusive environment rooted in cultural practices to promote healing and wellness.

ALIB Events • National Truth & Reconciliation Day ‘Every Child Matters’ events • Golf Staff Fun Day at Sunshore Golf Club • Adams Lake Head Start Kids Club • Parent & Tot Group • Let’s Talk About Communication Workshops • Elders Meeting • Elders Exercise Program • Canning Workshop • Grandmothers Circle • Beaded Lanyard Workshop • Staff BBQ Luncheon • Youth Boxing Camp

• Weekly Sports Days • Halloween Trick or Treat events & fireworks • Remembrance Day Ceremony • Coming Together Gathering • Women’s Rattle Making Workshop • Men’s Rattle Making Workshop • Canning Venison Workshop • Family Movie Matinee • Moccasin Workshop SKWLĀX TE SECWÉPEMCULECW (STS)

STS and the Gorman Group: Community Members Working Together Much can happen during one meeting. This certainly applied as two groups in the Shuswap came together to forge a working relationship.

STS Kukpi7 Jamie Tomma and Gorman Group CEO Nick Arkle met last year, as Shuswap area neighbours, to discuss various issues.

The result of that meeting has been the desire by both the band and the company, a paper and forest product manufacturing enterprise, to form a closer relationship built on trust— working together, recognizing environmental as well as cultural concerns. Initiatives currently underway include the Gorman Group’s sponsorship of helicopter tours of the Bush Creek East wildfire area for band members affected by its devastation.

NESKONLITH INDIAN BAND NIB Events

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National Truth & Reconciliation Day ‘Every Child Matters’ events Secwepemctsin language online course Holiday Card Contest through the First Peoples’ Cultural Council Canoe training on Neskonlith Lake Bingo and Lahal evening Salmon Song and Dance event Beaded Lanyard Workshop Family Circles / Sacred Gathering Halloween events

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Classifieds SERVICES OFFERED

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References available. Reasonable rates.

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-------------------------------------BUYING UNWANTED JEWELRY, coins, 9999 bullion, Sterling Silverware, coin collections, old money, nuggets, gold, silver, platinum. Todd 250-864-3521 -------------------------------------WE BUY/SELL/TRADE SILVER, GOLD, bullion, coins, jewelry, nuggets, old money, Royal Canadian Mint coins & COIN COLLECTIONS! TODD 250-864-3521 -----------------------------Wanted - Plaid wool Macinaws. Wool blankets. HBC Eaton’s Woodwords.

Simpson Sears. HBC Striped coat.

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BUSINESS LISTINGS HALL’S KENNELS Pritchard. Heated & A/C. Special rates for multiple dogs and long term stays. 250318-8367 ------------------------------

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THANK YOU

I would like to thank all the People and Businesses who donated to a Relief Fund for me. It was very generous and saw me through a rough time. So appreciated!! Rosy Day at Safety Mart Foods in Chase.

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Obituary

Alden (Al) Leslie Oliver 1940 - 2023

Alden (Al) Oliver, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather passed from this life into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on Nov. 15, 2023, at the age of 83 at Overlander Residential Care in Kamloops BC. In spite of our deep sadness, we have comfort and peace in knowing that he is now home with his Lord Jesus Christ. The special moments that each of us cherish will remain in our hearts.

Al is lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend of 48 years, Sharon, along with children Jeff (Rose), Koby (Dan), Dulaine (Pat), Darren (Cathy), Debra (Cheryl); grandchildren Devon (Aphithay), Brianna (Scott), Alex (Mabel), Rachael, Juno and Lucy; great-grandchildren Naiyanna, Quinn, and Logan, as well as sisters Shirley, Diane, and Karen, sister-in-law Pat, brother-in-law Terry (Naj), and many nieces and nephews.

Born in Colgate SK, to Elmer and Violet Oliver, Al grew up on the family farm. He attended the University of Saskatchewan obtaining an Agriculture degree in 1962, and then operated his own farm before moving, during his first marriage, to Kamloops in 1970.

Al enjoyed working in several fields, but his most rewarding years were with TRU (then Cariboo College) where he wrote the curriculum for, and taught, the original Horticulture Maintenance program in the early 1980s, and the last 23 years of his working life with the BC Gov’t as the Provincial Ginseng Specialist, and Regional Horticulturist, retiring in 2004. In 1998 Al and Sharon moved from Kamloops to Chase after purchasing their retirement home there.

Al will be remembered by all who knew him for being a respected, kind and gentle man of integrity as well as for his humorous quick-wit!

During his lifetime he enjoyed camping and gold panning, activities such as playing baseball and curling, and hobbies including rock and mineral collecting and jewelry making, but he definitely had a particular passion for gardening, as his parents had, and which he has passed on to his children. He loved the hours spent propagating, planting, pruning, weeding, and sharing plants and produce with others. While living in Chase he also enjoyed speaking to area garden clubs, and giving tours of his and Sharon’s home which featured a large, landscaped property with their extensive hosta plant collection.

In 1978 Al became a devout Christian and his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ became his priority in life, and even when, during his later years he experienced many major challenges to his health, he faced them all with faith, courage, and grace.

Our family would like to thank the amazing staff and volunteers at Overlander Residential Care, Al’s final home. We cannot say enough about the compassionate and loving care that he and we received there. We appreciate and are so very grateful to each one of you.

A celebration of Al’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Al may be made to The Mustard Seed Kamloops https://theseed.ca/ or the Alzheimer's Society of BC https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en

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Chableos RV Resort Contributes submitted by Hilary Ryan

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.

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

Sudoku

Interclub Competition. Such an amazing opportunity for Chase and the club to showcase this great community of skaters.

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Chabelos is proud to once again show our support to Shuswap Skating Club. Our second year of helping to sponsor them and so excited to be able to help and make this weekends

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Chairs for the Adult Day Services.

Health Services Foundation

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.

Hot Soups, Lunch Specials, Snack Packs (3 Chicken strips & fries), Dinner Specials ready by 3:30pm Deli fresh made pizzas, Crispy Baked Breaded Chicken, Roasted whole Chickens

Shuswap Better at Home A little extra help for seniors and elders to remain confidently in their own home • Friendly Visit Calls • Light Housekeeping • Resource and Referrals Services are subject to availability Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been carefully vetted & trained for your security.

Central Intake 250-253-2749

EVCSS Funded by the Government of BC. Income based service fees may apply.

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2024 BY-ELECTION NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Chase that nominations for the office of:

COUNCILLOR (1)

will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service: Village of Chase Office 826 Okanagan Avenue Chase, BC By fax to: (250) 679-3070 By email to: elections@chasebc.ca

From 9:00 am Tuesday December 5, 2023 To 4:00 pm Friday December 15, 2023 (Excluding statutory holidays and weekends) From 9:00 am Tuesday December 5, 2023 To 4:00 pm Friday December 15, 2023 (Excluding statutory holidays and weekends) Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:00 p.m. Friday, December 15, 2023

Nomination packages will be available at the Village of Chase Office, 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC beginning Monday, November 27, 2023 until the close of the nomination period, 4:00 p.m. December 15, 2023.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE

A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day January 20, 2024; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed and; • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

CAMPAIGN PERIOD EXPENSE LIMITS

In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, for the 2024 By-Election, the following expense limits for candidates during the campaign period apply: Councillor: $5,398.92

THIRD PARTY ADVERTISING LIMITS

In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, for the 2024 By-Election, the following third-party advertising limits apply: Councillor: $809.84 [NOTE: Third party advertising limits will be available on the Elections BC website. See LECFA s.41.3(2) and section 16 of Reg. 81/201 (Local Campaign Financing Regulation). Elections BC will email all jurisdictions to provide links to the third-party advertising limits.]

For further information on the nomination process, please contact: Joni Heinrich Chief Election Officer PO Box 440, 826 Okanagan Avenue Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Email: elections@chasebc.ca Ph: 250-679-3238 Fax: 250-679-3070

Sean O’Flaherty Deputy Chief Election Officer PO Box 440, 826 Okanagan Avenue Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Email: elections@chasebc.ca Ph: 250-679-3238 Fax: 250-679-3070

For further information on campaign period expense limits and third-party advertising limits, please contact Elections BC: Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-8683 Email: electionsbc@elections.bc.ca Website: elections.bc.ca

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CHASE RCMP REPORT submitted by Chase RCMP

IMPAIRED DRIVER - On October 29th, 2023 at 3:37 pm, during routine patrols, Police stopped a red Honda minivan on Wilson Street in Chase for a license and sobriety check. The driver, a 37-year-old female from Chase, was found to be neither licensed nor sober. Breath samples were obtained roadside, resulting in ‘Fail’ readings, indicating that her ability to drive was impaired by alcohol. She was issued a violation ticket for no driver’s license. In addition to a 90-day driving prohibition, her vehicle was impounded for 30 days. During the traffic stop, the female became highly agitated -exhibiting behaviour that caused Police to be concerned for her safety. She was, therefore, held in Police custody until sober and able to care for herself.

TAKEN - On November 2nd, 2023 at 4:23 pm, Chase RCMP received a delayed report of an assault that had occurred the previous day near Celista. The caller reported he had been “taken” by an acquaintance. He was transported to a rural location where he was assaulted and held in a walk-in cooler type of structure. Several hours later, he was released and walked home. The victim was transported to hospital by ambulance for assessment. Police obtained photographs and statements, spoke with possible witnesses and attended the rural location where the victim claimed he was held. However, police were unable to find any evidence to support the allegations.

ASSIST AMBULANCE - On November 12th, 2023 at 7:45 am, Chase RCMP were requested to assist BC Ambulance Service for an unresponsive man in the washroom of a local gas station. The man was said to be in possession of a knife, so bystanders were hesitant to provide first aid. The man was roused and assessed by paramedics, but he declined further treatment. Police conducted database queries which revealed that the man was wanted on outstanding warrants.

He was therefore arrested and transported to the Chase Detachment for a bail hearing.

BREAK AND ENTER - On November 13th, 2023 at 11:54 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a break and enter in progress at a residence in Anglemont. The caller reported she was out of town, but that she was watching the break-in live via video surveillance. As Police raced to the home, she described 10 suspects loading up her valuables and getting ready to leave. She said one man was carrying a rifle and a woman

had a handgun. Some of the suspects were said to be wearing Halloween costumes. When Police arrived, they found the residence secure and undisturbed. Police spoke with neighbours who confirmed that no one had been at the house. When Police followed up with the caller for clarification, it was learned she recently had surgery and was on medication which may have caused her some confusion. She was thankful for the efforts that were made and kindly invited Police to join her for coffee and bread.

TRAVEL TRAILER FIRE - On November 14th, 2023 at approximately 5:30 pm, a member of the Chase RCMP Detachment, on routine patrols, spotted a large fire in the woods in the 5000 block of the Trans Canada Highway west of Chase.

The structure was already fully engulfed when Police arrived. The occupant escaped the blaze with only the clothes on her back. Adams Lake Fire Department attended and prevented the fire from spreading into the forest. The cause of the fire was determined to be the chimney of a wood stove which was the heat source for the travel trailer.

house and then off into a field. He suspected the occupants were looking for things to steal.

Adams Lake Security located the vehicle and detained the elderly male driver until Police arrived. Police soon realized the driver was likely suffering a medical issue and, in the dark, had become lost in the field. He was transported to hospital by ambulance for assessment.

CHECK WELL-BEING - On November 17th, 2023 at 9:17 pm, Chase RCMP were requested to check the well-being of a man who was “freaking out” and screaming for help in the parking lot of a local gas station. The caller reported that the man was yelling about being followed; however, the caller was unable to calm him enough to get any details. Before Police arrived, he sprinted down the road toward the RCMP Detachment.

A second caller reported a man running up and down the road - screaming to call Police. This caller advised that a man on a bicycle appeared to be video recording the first man, which was likely not improving the situation. Police arrived and spoke with the man at length. He was feeling scared and paranoid but could not explain exactly why. During the conversation, a passerby stopped to ask if Police had located the “crazy guy”, which made for an awkward moment.

Police could only assist by transporting him to a location where he felt safe.

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COLLISION - On November 15th, 2023 at 12:55 pm, Chase RCMP and BC Ambulance Service were advised of a two-vehicle collision on Squilax Anglemont Road in Lee Creek.

Police attended and observed that a red Kia sedan appeared to have been rear-ended by a grey Dodge pickup. Witnesses reported that the Kia was stopped in the travel lane, waiting to perform a left turn when traffic cleared.

From December 4 to December 23 Unfortunately, the pickup travelling behind the Kia did not stop until it struck the Kia MONDAY 9 AM - 5 PM at highway speed. The driver of the Kia suffered serious injuries TUESDAY 9 AM - 5 PM and was transported to hospital WEDNESDAY 9 AM - 5 PM

by Air Ambulance. The driver of THURSDAY 9 AM - 7 PM the pickup was not injured. He was issued a violation ticket for FRIDAY 9 AM - 5 PM ‘drive without due care’.

EXTENDED HOLIDAY HOURS

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE- On November 17th, 2023 at 1:41 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a suspicious vehicle on private property near Wagon Road. The caller reported that a pickup truck drove up to his

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Museum Christmas Store & Sweater Contest The Museum’s Christmas Store has opened for the season!

Come on down and shop, all profits go back to the Museum!

Located at 709 Shuswap Avenue (old Nationwide building across from Underwood Hotel) Open MondaysSaturdays from 10am-4pm.

Donations are accepted d u r i n g open hours.

Household goods, books, small appliances, jewelry, decor, holiday items, and winter clothing items (hats, scarves, gloves, shoes, sweaters, and

coats) are accepted in clean, working, like-new condition. No furniture or large appliances accepted.

The Museum Christmas Store is having it’s annual Sweater Contest again this year.

There are 3 categories... ugliest, prettiest and most original. $50 cash prize for each category.

Come to the store to enter or call Sher @ 250-3205795 or Billie @ 778-2572438 and we will come to your office and take your picture, Group photos welcome.

2024

Grant in Aid Requests The Village of Chase provides grants-in-aid to nonprofit community groups who demonstrate a funding need for a service or program that will benefit the community and local area.

The deadline for application submissions for the 2024 grant in aid is November 30, 2023.

The application form and policy are available on the Village of Chase website at www.chasebc.ca. or packages maybe picked up at the Village office.

Please submit all complete applications to the Village office, attention of Deb Lovin, Chief Financial Officer, or submitted complete applications to cfo@chasebc.ca If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact the Village office at your earliest convenience.

CHASE REC SOCIETY AGM HIGHLIGHTS submitted by Steve Smyth

The Annual General Meeting of the Chase & District Recreation Centre Society was held in the mezzanine at the Art Holding Memorial Arena on September 19, 2023. For those new to Chase, the Rec Society is a registered charity that has been in existence since 1992. The Society oversees the operation of the Village owned Art Holding Memorial Arena and the Sunshore Golf Club.

These facilities provide affordable recreation to the residents of Chase, North Shuswap, the communities of Skwlax, Adams Lake, Neskonlith and the surrounding areas. The Board consists of 11 Directors who volunteer their time to ensure that the facilities are managed in the best way possible.

Membership in the Rec Society costs a nominal fee of $5 annually and can be obtained any time during the calendar year and the AGM is open to all members. Chartered Accountant Maureen McCurdy of Grant Thornton LLP was in attendance and reviewed a compilation engagement on the financial statements for the Society. Nicki Waters from H&R Block was also able to answer financial questions from members in attendance.

Both the Arena and Golf Course are in a stable financial situation. Sunshore Golf course reported a solid financial season, with increased numbers in both Memberships and daily green fee players.

The Arena has a new Manager for the upcoming season.

Owen Christon, dba Rink Rats Contracting LTD, was awarded a 2 year contract after an open public bidding process. The Arena is experiencing some potentially expensive age related failures and will need a financial

investment to maintain its functionality. There are also other physical issues which are to be expected as the building reaches its 25th anniversary next year.

As noted above, Sunshore Golf Club had a solid financial season, although not without some difficulties, primarily due to issues recruiting and training new staff. The Course was able to purchase a long needed primary lawn mower to replace one that has been held together by the skills of Manager Ron Anderson, and Outside Manager, Don Price.

After financial reports were approved, elections of Officers were held. Steffi Timm was elected President, Colin Skillen Vice President, Amanda Kozak Treasurer and Jolene Barkman Secretary. New directors Steve Smyth and Michelle Carlin join returning directors Larry Pittendreigh, Ron Anderson, Don Price, Courtni Nielsen and Tamara De Jager. The new Board has some immediate issues to deal with, especially in the Arena, and also looks to invest in modernizing some of the facilities at Sunshore to enhance the guest experience.

Citizens of Chase are reminded that any adult residing in Chase can become a member of the Recreation Society at anytime during the year. Becoming a member of the Society allows you to contribute to making recreation in Chase better for the entire community for a 5$ annual fee. Contact a Rec Society member if you are interested in joining.

The New Board set a date for its next meeting and looks forward to working hard on behalf of its members and the Communities it has long served with distinction.

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RCMP REPORT

The following morning, Police were again called to assist the same man for a similar complaint. This time he elected to be transported to hospital by ambulance for assessment.

CAT RESCUE On November 18th, 2023 at 1:32 pm, Chase RCMP received multiple reports of a suspicious flat-deck truck hauling a travel trailer on Squilax Anglemont Road.

Disturbingly, callers reported that cats were falling out of the trailer while it was in motion. Police located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop. However, the vehicle sped up and failed to stop for Police.

A pursuit could not be initiated due to the risk to the public. Salmon Arm RCMP members responded to intercept. With help from the public, the trailer was eventually located, abandoned, on a Forest Service Road near Skimikin Lake.

A significant number of cats were

found in and around the travel trailer.

Local animal rescue volunteers spent hours in the dark, and in the cold, to ensure the cats received the care they required. Once the cats were collected, the travel trailer was towed to an impound lot. The matter was referred to the SPCA and is still under investigation by Police.

IDENTIFICATION REQUESTED RCMP have recovered several collector coins from a person of interest surrounding property crime in the Shuswap area. These coins would seem to have significant sentimental value to their owner.

It is suspected that the items may have been stolen from a residence on the north shore of Shuswap Lake. Police are requesting that anyone who is missing or may have lost a series of collector coins to please contact the Chase RCMP at (250)679-3221 for possible identification.

New Years Eve

DANCE

AT THE CHASE COMMUNITY HALL

sponsored by Chase Rotary & Chase Festival Society

$25 per person 8-1 Doors open 7:30 includes late night snacks, prizes & party favors DJ- Insanity Sound

Tickets will be available:

at the Museum Christmas Store & Interior Savings Credit Union by Dec.1st

Letter to the Editor Opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor do not reflect those of the Chase Sunflower or its advertisers. Letters to the Editor may be edited for length or clarity. Send letters to info@chasesunflower.ca In your November 17th paper the Village of Chase invited candidates to run for a vacant Council seat and outlined what it saw as the role of Council. They likened the running of the Town as operating a ship - tell us your destination and the crew will take it from there. The flaw in this analogy is that a ship has but one captain and the decisions of the captain are final. An elected council who

represent the citizens of this Town should never surrender to such a proposition as this.

A council should always retain the right and duty to intravene on any matter however large or small at any time concerning the operations of the town and its administration as it sees fit and its sole discretion. To do otherwise is to acquiesce to a form of tyranny.

Raymond Giza

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HAMPER SOCIETY HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES submitted

Snow is just around the corner, but the Christmas Spirit has already arrived in Chase! Donation bins at Pharmachoice and Safety Mart are filling up with generous donations of much needed Food, the Senior Tree at Eye Candy overflows with lovely gifts for Seniors, both for Christmas Hampers, and our Parkside Manor residents, and the Toy Shop is giving out toys on Registration days to parents and guardians, so every child has a gift from Santa under the tree on Christmas morning!

Huge thanks to the Chabelos RV Community who have, for many years, held their ‘Christmas in July’ event as a principal fundraiser and donation of toys to the Hamper Society’s Toy Shop!

These wonderful s u m m e r residents always make sure we have toys on hand and funds to purchase more!

Our Interior Savings and Credit Union have, for the last 40 plus years, collected mitts, toques, scarves etc. with their ‘Knitten Mitten Tree’ to keep little heads and hands warm in the winter weather! Then, to top it off, these generous people conducted their own ‘Food Drive’ recently, resulting in over 4000 pounds of nonperishable food collected to help stock our Food Bank shelves! A big THANK YOU!! to the Credit Union for all your hard work!

Another incredible group of people and friends of the Food

Bank, is the HEAT HOCKEY organization, who have, for many years, held a Toy and Food Drive at one dedicated game, with everything donated to help our Toy Shop and Christmas Hampers!

This year, plan to attend the 3:00 PM game on Dec. 3 at the Art Holding Arena in Chase, and help ‘Fill the Cruiser!’ with non-perishable food and Toys!

Monday, Nov. 27 from 5:00-7:00 PM at the CHase Community Hall is our second Christmas Hamper Registration and Toy Shop!

If you or someone you know wants to register for a Christmas Hamper, and/or the Toy Shop, please bring your ID, and Proof of residency!

M o n d a y, Dec. 4, Noon until 3:00pm is the next Food Bank day!

Please phone 250-682-6155 to register for a pickup time!

If you have a few hours to spare, and would like to volunteer with the Hamper Society for the Food Bank, Inclusive Cafe, etc., please call us at 250-682-6155 and let us know! There is lots to do, and everyone is welcome!

If you have some extra wrapping paper, roll ends, ribbon etc. that you would like to donate, we are in need of wrapping materials for the Toy Shop and Senior gifts! Thank you to all the wonderful people of Chase and area who support our efforts with donations throughout the year, and especially at Christmas!!

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