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Chase’s community paper for over 20 years! Issue for the week of Friday, September 15th, 2017• Vol. 22, Issue 37
Team Chase Fashion Show: Get Your Tickets!
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COME TAKE A LOOK!
by Kelsey Snelgrove
eam Chase is a group of dedicated women from Chase and surrounding area that have over the last several years (since 2004) raised significant funds (in excess of $10,000.00) annually for the CIBC Run for the Cure, which raises money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Team Chase also represent Chase in the Kamloops CIBC run for the Cure every fall. Team Chase currently plans, organizes and executes 2 major yearly fundraising events in support of the CIBC Run for the Cure. These are The Pink Ribbon Classic golf tournament held in Chase every May, and a Tea and Fashion
Show held in Chase on September 24th. There are still tickets available which Team Chase are hoping to sell out of. Great little package with lots of options. 2 bdrms The event, held at the Chase Community Hall, up 1 bath up and 1 down. Bsmt is partially finished with lots of storage and great workshop includes a fashion show with clothing provided area and direct access outside. All newer vinyl by local stores; Miller’s Cabin in Chase, Lindy’s windows, high efficiency furnace, central ac, siding, nice detached shop with room to Boutique in Blind Bay, Rumours on Haldane in vinyl park a full size car. Laminate flooring and large Chase. There are door prizes, a silent auction, covered and screened in deck. Plenty of room downstairs to make it how you like. Close to and vendors on site. everything, parks, wading pool, shopping and Tickets are $10 and are available from Miller’s schools. $239,900 Cabin, Elite Nail & Colour Studio, and Rumours on Haldane, Lindy’s WE WINTERIZE BOATS Boutique, and from Team Chase members. & SERVICE ATVS
SPLASH PAD SURPASSES $200,000!! submitted by Bev Iglesias, Chase Lions
The Chase Lions are pleased to share that fundraising efforts have surpassed $200,000.00 for the Memorial Splash Pad. Fundraisers in the past 6 months have contributed significant funds for the project. In addition, plaques which will border the splash pad generated $55,000.00. Many thanks to the following $5,000.00 plaque sponsors: Pandora (McLellan family), Mattey Bros., Dan & Shirley Brumbaugh, Strauch Family, Sunny
BC Realty (Iglesias family), Interfor Lumber, Chase Lions Administration and $20,000.00 from the Wright family. Corporate & family plaques are still available and what a great opportunity to have your name cemented in history. 50 years of Chase Lions, 100 years Lions International and Canada’s 150th birthday. What a legacy! Thank you Chase for your continued support and effort to bring this Community Amenity to Chase.
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Community Bulletin Board Email your community event to info@chasesunflower.ca
CHASE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS planning will be starting Wed. Sept. 27th, 5:00 pm @ Craig’s Bakery. Always looking for volunteers, so come join us. TEAM CHASE FALL TEA AND FASHION SHOW SUNDAY, Sept 24th, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. CHASE COMMUNITY HALL. Proceeds to CIBC Run for the Cure FASHIONS by Lindy’s Boutique (Blind Bay), Rumours on Haldane, Miller’s Cabin DOOR PRIZES, RAFFLE TICKETS, SILENT AUCTION AND VENDORS. TICKETS $10.00. Tickets available from Michelle @ Elite Nail & Colour Studio, Carmen @ Millers Cabin, Dorothy @ Rumours on Haldane, Lindy @ Lindy’s Boutique (Marketplace Mall Blind Bay), Team Chase Members Come out to enjoy and evening featuring Sqlelten (Salmon), Secwepemc Food and Culture featuring wild clay baked salmon and “salmon safe” beer and wine. See page ___ FMI Paint night with local artist, Joey Nash at Sunshore Golf Course on Monday, September 25th at 7:00 pm. Proceeds to Chase Skate Board Park. $40. Limited space. Reserve your spot early. Contact Ellen at 250-319-9274. Chase Curling Club is having a pancake breakfast Sunday October 8th, 2017. Cost $7 for all you can eat pancakes, sausages, eggs, coffee/tea, and juice. Breakfast is served between 9 and 11 am. All proceeds continue to go towards the day to day running of the curling club. Hope you can join us and enjoy our great food and our very friendly environment. For info/hours phone 250-679-3536
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CRIB 7 pm
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Sept 15th TGIF BURGER 5 - 7 pm Adults $6. Children $5.
Chase Curling Registration is being held at the Chase Curling Rink on Wednesday September 27th, at 7 pm. FMI contact Norm @ 250-463-1750
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, Scotch Creek, 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. 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.
Hosted by the Chase Seniors at the Chase Seniors Hall -Fabulous Canadian Music with Celtic, Bluegrass, Country and Folk Flavors A Concert with Saskia and Darrel; The Great Plains. Friday, September 15 at 7:00 PM. For Info please contact Ella Duheme at 250.679.3375.
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The 2017 Kamloops Kidney Walk - The 2017 Kamloops Kidney Walk is to be held at McDonald Park on Sunday, Sept. 24. Registration begins at 10 a.m., with the walk at 11. For more information, call Edna Humphreys at 250-376-6361 or Gregg Drinnan at 250-573-2988.
PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca
Hey Ladies! Interested in playing hockey in Chase this winter? Have some fun, get some exercise! Contact meegkennedy@ yahoo.ca
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Kelsey Snelgrove, Editor WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Ave between 10-4 Monday - Thursday Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods
Chase Farm and Craft Market will continue until the end of September!! Friday from 10 - 2 in Safety Mart Plaza
Chase Lions
Chase Rotary Box 73
email: chaselions67@gmail.com
Pres: Terri Mindel 250-819-0428 Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre Thursday 5:30 pm
Churches of Chase & Area Blessed Sacrament
The Light of Life Native Fellowship Every Sun 3
Parish welcomes you to pm @ Chase Evangelical Free Sunday Mass @ 9 am. Church Friendly fellowship + Mass most Tuesdays with food, family & friends after @ 9 am. service. Everyone is welcome. + Please join us every 3rd Light of Life Mission- OPENSunday at 10 am for the K Shuswap Ave Pastor Joseph of C Breakfast (250) 679-7656
Chase Evangelical Free Church
295 Shuswap ave, Chase Sunday service 10am Kids Hour 10:30 Pastoral office hours: Monday 9-5, Tuesday 12-5 The door is open, coffee is on -- come for conversation, council, or prayer
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Medical Equip: 250-319-6702
400 CLUB WINNER! Date: Sept 13, 2017 Winner: John Pelcher Chase B.C. Amount: $100.00
CHASE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP Everyone welcome
Sundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap Exploring Christianity 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Email: chasefellowship@gmail.com
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Ways to Flow with the Salmon Parade
250-679-3261 Chase, BC
by Michelle Tsutsumi
Momentum is building for the Wild Salmon Caravan, calling salmon to their home and spawning grounds in the Adams River, Secwepemculew. The Caravan, which will be travelling from Vancouver to Chase, will be celebrating the spirit of the salmon through ceremony, art and music. Several art workshops have taken place to create ribbon skirts, as well as painted salmon to carry through the parade that will be flowing down Shuswap Avenue on October 12. Join in the parade by mustering at the Chase Curling Club at 10 AM, with the parade flowing down Shuswap Avenue to Chase Street and then winding its way down to Memorial Park. A free feast, open to the community, will take place with drumming, storytelling, and music performances to follow. There is still time to get involved with two art workshops to prepare for the parade! On September 17, a few spaces in the 1:30 to 3:30 PM session are open to create
fabric salmon and water wind puppets. Salmon Arm artist, Rebecca Shepherd, will be facilitating this workshop – bringing a vision to life of people as the riverbed with salmon and water flowing above. This is a free workshop and all materials are provided. Pre-register by emailing goldenearsfarm@gmail.com or calling 250-679-8421. Following this, on September 24, Sunflower Bicycle Repair and the Chase Sunflower will host a bike float art workshop. Stop in and paint salmon cutouts that will be interwoven through the spokes. If time allows, salmon heads and tails will be created to attach to the front and back of the bikes, or bring your own ideas! These will look phenomenal in the parade! The workshop will run from 1:30 to 4:00 and is free. Feeling inspired to be in the parade? Contact Michelle at goldenearsfarm@ gmail.com to sign up.
Fire Dept takes on Terry Fox Run by Cavelle Layes
Summer is winding down, school is back in and that means the Terry Fox Walk and Run is just around the corner. Chase Fire Rescue members have taken over the event this year, and they are looking to the residents of Chase to help make it another success. All ages are welcome to join in, from newborn to senior, with different path lengths available to suit everyone’s needs. Chase firefighter’s have put the word out to have the Kangoo shoes back for another year, and invite members of Chase to find their own creative way to complete the charitable walk. Scooters, strollers wagons bikes, wheelchairs and rollerblades are just some of what is welcome. Use your imagination and show off your unique style. Dogs on a leash and horses are welcome to join in. All proceeds raised at this event go to
the Terry Fox Foundation, a great cause that helps many each and every year. The Chase firefighters will be attending the walk along side participants as well as providing an escort. Groups are welcome to join in as well, including hockey teams, charitable organizations and more. Help out a great cause and make it a team bonding experience. Sign up for the event will take place before the walk this Sunday at Sept. 17 at 9 a.m. in the Safety Mart parking lot, with the event officially kicking off at 10 a.m. and ending at noon. All registered participants will receive a Terry Fox walk shirt as long as supplies last. Registration for the event is by donation. For more information please see http://www.terryfox.org/run/ or email chasevolunteerfire@gmail.com .
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Pipe Band Open to Newbies submitted
Chase resident John Angus has taken over as the Pipe Major of the Shuswap Pipes n Drums. Other area residents are also members of the band and some Classes start Thurs. September 22nd meet at Blind Bay on Thursday for additional September 28th practices. Thurs. September 22nd The band is at the Chase active in the Community Hall Shuswap region playing for parades and c o m m u n i ty regina.nuancedance@gmail.com events. They recently received first place in the regina.nuancedance@gmail.com IPE Parade, led t h e Salmon Arm fall with fair parade and participated in the Canada 150 celebrations at Craigallachie.
Craig’s Bakery 725 Shuswap Ave Chase BC Friday, Sept 22nd 3:45 - 4:45 pm
Practices are starting for the year and the group is encouraging anyone who would like to learn to play pipes or drums to come out to an open house on Sept 18 at the Salmon Arm Downtown Activity Centre. If you already know how to play come on out to join and fun and friendly group. More information is available from our pipe major J o h n Angus at piperangus@ hotmail.com
PROCLAIMING OCTOBER AS MONTH OF THE RETURNING SALMON submitted by Adams Rivers Salmon Society
At the request of the The Adams River Salmon Society, Mayor Rick Berrigan on behalf of the has proclaimed October as the month of the Returning Salmon. We believe that this extra attention will help remind us humans that our salmon populations are in dire need of help. Public education, information sharing and personal examples are very good positive ways to help bring public issues to the forefront. Over 35,000 salmon enhancement volunteers now help BC watersheds salmon species, but we need help. We
need to share the financial impacts to our areas through tourism dollars and the community celebration that salmon seem to engender, bringing together and experiencing other cultures, learning about traditional fishing, the Heritage of the Salmon and the human connection. The Adams River Salmon Society Gala Fundraiser Event, Friday September 22, 2017 at the Quaaout Lodge. The evening will be a traditional Shuswap Secwepemc Food + Cultural experience, with Secwepemc Storyteller Kenthen Thomas, Making of “Uninterrupted” - Wild Pacific Salmon / Adams River Salmon story, Silent Auction items, Salmon Safe Ales + Wines and much more fun. A evening of support for our BC Wild Salmon Stocks.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Big Corny Thank You
to drop into the Chase CornStock Festival to enjoy Please pass on this note to the evening’s music in your thank the organizers of the beautiful park. The music Chase CornStock Festivities, by Kira, Jon and Graham the Chase Information Centre was amazing and by chance and to the Businesses who we found out days later that contributed to the door prizes we had won one of the door for the event. prizes. My husband and I want to The treasures we send sincere thanks to all discovered in our package those mentioned above and included an elegant black all those who were behind Photo of their loot tote bag, a huge jar of the scenes for the event. We were returning to our cottage in Scotch local honey, precision golf balls, a unique Creek after a day in Kamloops and decided wooden/stone hanger (which inspired me to completely rearrange my kitchen),
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iPhone accessories and multiple intriguing coupons. Since receiving the package, we have been on the Zip Line and spent a delightful afternoon shopping in Rumours on Haldane. The remaining coupons will inevitably lead us into more clothing and food stores and we will share some coupons with friends for eats, treats and a local hockey game. Once again thanks to all. You turned a simple evening stopover into an ongoing adventure in your community. Dennis and Patricia Gillrie Scotch Creek/Calgary
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Classifieds FOR SALE
20, 40, 60 acres. New 8 lot subdivision acreages. 10 minutes from Chase at West End of Turtle Valley on Hepburn Road. Drilled wells, hydro and telus. Great views. 250-457-0099. 13’ 1985 boat motor. 6 hp Johnson trailer. new tires and lights, oars and more. $1,400. 250-571-5371. For Sale - Queen Bed, Complete with headboard & misc bedding. $500 OBO. 250-679-7700. 13’, 1985 boat. Motor 6HP, Johnson trailer with new tires and lights, oars and more. $1400. 250-571-5371.
GARAGE SALES
Moving Sale - Every Friday (4 pm - 7 pm) and Saturday ( 9 am - 1 pm). 532 Lakeshore Drive. Lots of Stuff! 225A Brooke Drive - Household stuff, tools, canning jars, plus lots more stuff. 9 am - 4 pm Saturday Sept 16th. Kids Garage Sale - Sat Sept 16 from 10 - 2. NO EARLY BIRDS 356 Beach Drive. Garage Sale - 633 Mill Road, Sat & Sun 16th & 17th from 8 am - 2 pm. Huge yard sale Friday sept15-12-6 & Sat sept 16 9-1 at #24 whispering pines on Okanagan ave GARAGE SALE 101- 455 VLA Road (Drakes Landing). Saturday Sept 16 2017. 9 am till 2 pm (no early birds please)
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Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $5 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). $2.50 for Lost and Found. Obituaries are $35 with photo, $30 without. Email info@ chasesunflower.ca or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters at 838 Shuswap Avenue or at Willows Natural Foods. Thank you!
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Need to board your dog? I am a mature, pet loving lady, honest & reliable. References available. Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153. Dump Runs, Power washing, moving, deliveries, gutters, fire wood. $240/ load, fir. Call Tom 250-852-2754.
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Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm. 250-577-3357. Wanted: Coin collections appraised and purchased. Buying and selling for 54 years. Also, metal detecting service for lost valuables. Chase and area. Phone 250-318-4054.
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FOR RENT
For Rent: 2 bdrm house. Avail Sept 1. No pets, no smoking. $975 250-8197999 2 bdrm rental in Chase. Waterfront. Fully furnished. No pets. Ref required. Avail Sept - June. $1400, electricity not included. Call Beverly 604-619-9403. 2 Bedroom Bsmt Suite for lease. $800 per month includes utilities, $400 damage deposit. References required. Avail Oct 1. Call – 250-318-0592
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Business Listings GABRIELLE’S DESIGN HAUS Transform your yard today. Specialized yard care. Exterior painting and staining. General landscaping & carpentry. Above ground watering systems. Hedging & pruning. Fences, residential and agricultural. Ask about senior discount. 250-852-2298. HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard *First time boarders receive one free day. *Special rates for long term boarders. Transportation available. 250-318-8367 Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, generators, boat motors etc. Chase Upholstery – 323 Willow St, Chase, BC. 679-3923. Furniture – Auto – Boat tops and seats – RVs SAHHALTKUM DAYCARE est.1996. Licensed facility. Certified staff. Children 3mths up to 12 years. Hot Lunch program available. Nutritious snacks provided. Daily educational programs. Part/full time or drop in available ALL CHILDREN WELCOME!! F.M.I. 6459 Hillcrest Rd, Chase (across Pine St. bridge) or ph: 250-679-2229
Memorial Tea for Charles (Ted) Johnson. Thursday, Sept 21stat 1 pm at Parkside Community. Everyone Welcome.
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Healthy Beginnings Playgroup Back Up & Running! submitted
The local Healthy Beginnings playgroup, through Interior Community Services (ICS), will resume every Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the basement of the Chase Catholic Church of the Blessed Sacrament. The [non-religious based] playgroup is a free drop-in group for parents/ caregivers of children aged 0-6 years old. Parents can enjoy coffee or tea and visit with other local supportive parents[while supervising their children playing and participating in crafts, games, songs, and stories]. A healthy snack is provided. Parent connections are encouraged and topic themes are welcomed for discussion. . Occasionally, there are field trips, events, and guest speakers. The group is always welcome to new ideas and suggestions. WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE Drakes Landing Strata 455 VLA Road, Chase B.C. We are currently accepting bids for the 2017 / 2018 Winter Season for street maintenance of the Drakes Landing Private Drive at 455 VLA Road Safety of our road is the primary requirement for all residence. Viewing of the property can be done by contacting; John Kaay at 250-6792812 or Greg Evans at (250) 679- 4456 for appointment times If you are interested in bidding, we would appreciate your quotation, business insurance coverage, designated equipment and working government documents to: John Kaay 121-455 VLA Road Chase B.C. V0E 1M1 \ or Greg Evans 115- 455 VLA Road Chase B.C. V0E 1M1- on or before 3:00 pm Wednesday Nov. 01st 2017. We hope to hear from you soon.
The Chase playgroup has a new facilitator this year since Hazel Slape’s retirement (after nearly 22 years of leading the group). Pamela Smelsky –a Registered Nurse relocated from Alberta, has a nursing background in mental health and neonatal intensive care. She has always had an interest in working with children and enjoys studying different parenting approaches. After having two children of her own, she had been a part of numerous playgroups in Alberta and hopes to bring the best of those experiences to the parents of Chase. For more information, e-mail Pamela directly at healthybeginningschase@ gmail.com, or you can contact the Regional Coordinator at ICS, Lisa Lavoie, at 250-554-3134. Follow the group on Facebook at “Healthy Beginnings Chase”. No advance registration is required.
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Village of Chase CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Due to the upcoming retirement of our current staff member, the Village of Chase is seeking the services of a qualified and experienced Chief Financial Officer. Chase, a ‘Shuswap Experience’, is located on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake approximately 55 km from Kamloops and 55 km from Salmon Arm along the Trans Canada Highway. Supporting a municipal population of 2600 with surrounding population of 10,000, the Village of Chase offers reasonable housing prices, an elementary and secondary school, a hockey arena, a curling rink, two full service grocery stores, a pharmacy, and a handful of quaint shops and restaurants. Recreational opportunities include nearby hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, lake and river fishing, and nearby golf courses. While still small, the Village of Chase has a first class water treatment plant, recently upgraded wastewater treatment facilities, an active fire department, beautiful parks, a cemetery, and other municipal services that make our community a great place to live. The Chief Financial Officer reports to the CAO, and is responsible for: • Leading the development of the annual budget • Preparation of the financial statements, facilitating the annual audit process • Providing guidance and supervision to the office staff in their performance of financial services tasks including the administration of payroll, preparation of accounts payable, utility billing, year-end report preparation, BC Assessment downloads, cash receipting, property tax payments, utility bill payments and other financial services transactions • Providing positive, proactive leadership employing a coaching-mentoring style • Ensuring integrity of the financial systems and procedures, setting and monitoring internal control systems and making recommendations for improvements to systems, procedures and processes • Reviewing revenues and expenditures on a regular basis and making recommendations regarding potential revenue sources, fees and charges, and expenditure controls • Participating in strategic and financial planning
• Monitoring potential grant opportunities, applying for grants and overseeing grant reporting • Preparing internal and external reports, bylaws and policies that ensure the continued financial sustainability of the Village • Managing investments and cash flow, overseeing fleet and facility insurance, and responsible for the asset management program The ideal applicant will: • Be a qualified accountant and possess at least 5 years local government financial management experience • Have experience in labour relations in a unionized environment • Be a team player, employ a positive and open communications style, and have a strong commitment to providing the best possible service to Council, staff and the community Experience with VADIM financial software would be an asset. Chase offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, supplemented by a comprehensive benefits package. The Village of Chase supports continuing education. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter by Friday, September 22, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. to: Joni Heinrich, CAO Village of Chase PO Box 440, 826 Okanagan Avenue Chase, BC, V0E 1M0 Fax 250-679-3070 Email: cao@chasebc.ca For additional information, please contact the CAO at 250-679-3238. We thank all participants for their interest however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Chase Country X-mas Meeting by Kelsey Snelgrove
A well loved event, Chase Country Christmas, comes together every December through the hard work of a group of volunteers. There are a plethora of activities and events that make up the Country Christmas festivities. They organize a streetful of vendors, a parade, and the Children’s Christmas Store. The Store accepts donations from the community and sells them at very low prices, raising money for local non-profit groups. The Chase Country Christmas Committee will be meeting to begin planning on Wed. Sept. 27th, 5:00 pm @ Craig’s Bakery. They are always looking for volunteers, so come join them.
Become a ONE TO ONE volunteer tutor and open the world of reading to a child!
submitted by Denise Harper Do you have 2 hours a week during school hours to read one-on-one with young students? The ONE TO ONE Children’s Literacy Program needs you. No experience is necessary, but you must have good English language skills. We provide free training and ongoing support. The ONE TO ONE Children’s Literacy Program gives students the opportunity to practice their reading skills with a caring, patient adult. This one-on-one time increases their self-confidence, their reading fluency and comprehension, and their chance of meeting with success at school and in life. Tutors read with 3 students for 30 minutes each at the local elementary school once a week, either morning or afternoon, for 10 or 12 weeks. They develop a relationship with their students and see them grow as readers. What a rewarding volunteer experience! To register as a volunteer, to learn about the Fall Training Session or for more information, please contact Denise Harper at dharper@sd73.bc.c.a or telephone 250.577.3528. Please note: All tutors must pass a criminal record check.
OPINION
Canadian, Eh?
by Carolyn Parks Mintz, Author & Freelance Writer I’m a born and bred Canadian who has lived abroad and travelled extensively. The thing that strikes me when I return home is how polite most Canadian’s are. I mean, we seem to apologize even when someone bumps into us. Not that citizens of other countries are rude—although occasionally I have found them curt or somewhat indifferent—but Canadians seem to be sincere in their courtesy, for the most part. When I was living and travelling elsewhere in the past, my husband and I journeyed with Maple Leaf pins on our jackets or bags. I found that being Canadian meant being accepted, indeed, welcomed to the social order of the country where we were residing or visiting. People wanted to know much about Canada, had questions, especially about the distances we travel in this vast land. And many of them had visited here and wanted to talk about their trips. Beyond its people and their way of living, the geography and amazing countryside of Canada is what I especially missed and one of the things that I enjoy most about my homeland. From the magnificent Rocky Mountains of British Columbia to the unique topography of the Maritimes and the Arctic, Canada offers some of the most distinct and stunning scenery in the world. Yes, we endure tough winter weather in many parts of our country, but doesn’t that build character? And yes, we are a small number of people mostly strung along the 49th parallel in a very large country. But doesn’t that help us stick together, lend a hand to our neighbours? And yes, we are a nation founded by varied and differing peoples, including among others, First Nations, Inuit, Metis, French, and English, and one that welcomes others from many countries. Does that not engender tolerance and acceptance? I hope so. Having resided overseas—where I lived by the law and societal norms of that country—I am conscious of wanting Canadian-ism to be preserved. There
has been much talk about ‘values’ and tests of these recently. Well, there are parameters, laws, and regulations that govern who becomes a Canadian citizen, who remains within our borders. And just what are Canadian values anyhow? Certainly, the traits that come to mind are fairness, justice, inclusivity, and liberty. And the next thing that comes to mind is how these principles have not been applied to Canada’s indigenous peoples. This untenable and unfair situation is starting to change, and must change! Natives of this country and early settlers could never have imagined what would eventually ensue, what atrocities would occur, how subjugated the land’s first peoples would become, how colonization would spread like a plague across the land, nor how racism would eventually prevail. Definitely not the Canadian way I value. Canada is considered a land of freedom: freedom of speech, freedom of association, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, freedom to choose. And these liberties must be extended to all. Guarding against dilution of our identity, individually and as a country, is important. Extending comprehensive rights to every resident is imperative. Canadianism could suffer death by a thousand cuts, if we are not vigilant and pro-active within our borders and globally. Summoning the courage to defend what is right, without being racist or narrowminded, is paramount. And it’s Canadian, eh?
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RHONDA KENORAS TRIBUTE NIGHT submitted by Scott Koch
Saturday Night the 16th of September the Chase HEAT are recognizing a fabulous volunteer and fan who passed away in the off season. Rhonda Kenoras was a member of the close knit HEAT family and the Organization wants to take a moment to celebrate all that she was to so many people. “Momma Bear” was always there and scheduled her life around “her” hockey team. The score clock operator at Art Holding Memorial Arena for all levels of hockey, a fan who followed the team to away games, and a dedicated Mom to a ton of kids. Please come out and join family and friends for this event for a very special person. This past weekend the regular season of the KIJHL commenced, and the HEAT can only consider it a lost weekend. Friday night the 8th, the Osoyoos COYOTES came to town and they left with a hard won victory. In the 1st Osoyoos popped in a pair prior to big veteran Zachary Fournier
getting the 1st of the year from Cory Loring and Ryan Okino. In the 2nd the Chase boys took a one goal lead on a pair of tallys. Brett Alexander from Kaden Black and Colten Nikiforuk, and then Loring from Kolten Moore and Fournier. However desert dog Cameron Welch picked up his squad and scored the tie goal, before popping in a shorthanded unassisted biscuit in the basket. Alexander from Brayden Haskell tied things up again before the Coyotes restored the lead from Carter Shannon. In the 3rd Hunter Johnson sealed the deal for a 6-4 win for the road crew. Saturday night the 9th Chase hit the Highway to meet up with the GRIZZLIES in Revelstoke. The wheels on the bus didn’t fall off but the wheels on the ice sure did. A frustrating night of inconsistent calls discombobulated the new version of the HEAT, resulting in a parade to the sin bin all night long for both teams. The locals received 93
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NEWS FROM THE BOWLING ALLEY by Calyn Buresh
Well, the first week is in the books for the 2017-2018 Fall Season! I think it’s going to be the best season yet! We still have space available on Seniors Leagues, Night Leagues and Youth Leagues if you are interested! Don’t hesitate to pop in and see myself or Kelly, and we will be more than happy to get you all signed up! A few mentions for the first week of bowling! Our Club 55+ Men really had an outstanding first week back on the lanes! Jim Dunn set the bar high for the first week, and is averaging almost a 250! Keep it up Jim! Dale Seaman from our Tuesday Club 55 league conquered a 200 average, and Doug Brown from our Wednesday Club 55 group finished the first week at a 209 average! Great bowling guys! The ladies weren’t far behind, but a big shout out to Glenna Berry from our Wednesday league, who is giving
Doug a run for his money, averaging well over 200! In Night league news, Gene Popadynetz started the week off right on Monday averaging a whopping 260+. Great start Popa D! Our mens and ladies high average holders for the centre this week go to Bill Pacholok with a 277 average, and Ali Maki with a massive 265! Well done guys, like I said! A great big thank you to all of our sponsors this year! If you or your business might be interested in sponsoring a category at Village Lanes, give us a call and we can let you know what is involved! Mark your calendars that next Saturday night at 10pm we will be hosting our first DJ Night of the season! $10.00 cover charge, $2.00 per game, and $2.00 shoe rental! Come out and listen to some awesome DJ’s spin to start your weekend off right!
minutes in jail for a variety of reasons, none that helped them to a chance at victory. In the 1st the Stoke Bears scored a pair before Black from Jayce Schweizer and Fournier gave the lads hope. In the 2nd Revelstoke got two more. Then in the 3rd they fired in another pair prior to Loring from Cam Watson making it 6-2 in a losing effort. While it wasn’t what the good doctor ordered, there are glimpses of a very young and exciting team forming. Seven of the lads are 17 and two are 16, while the defence currently has only 3 veterans back, the fourth Pat Brady is under contract till month’s end as a forest fire fighter. This weekend the HEAT head to Kamloops and Memorial Arena on Friday the 15th to face the STORM at 7:35 pm. On Rhonda Kenoras Tribute Night, Saturday the 16th at 7:00 pm, the Revelstoke GRIZZLIES pay a return visit and the fans will play a big role in supporting the 2017-18 HEAT. See you there!
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