Chase Sunflower - September 26, 2020

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Issue for the week of Friday, September 26th, 2020 • Vol. 25, Issue 39

Garden Club Receives Much Need Help from Chase Lions

T

he Chase Community Garden Club members would like to express their gratitude to the Chase Lions Club for their very generous donation of $3,000.00.

The club has 5 waist high beds that are in dire need of being replaced, without the support form

the Chase Lions Club we would not be able to move forward with this project.

250-679-3242 • Chase B.C.

All Clean

NATURAL Sanitizing Wipes now available at Chase Home Hardware.

Thank You

For Shopping Local This Fall

Interesting harvest!

A tomato ended up growing within the metal arms of a little froggy ornament in Gary and Sharon Greenlees garden in Chase.

Before extracting the tomato, they brought the quirky arrangement in for a quick photo.

Thanks for sharing your Garden oddity!

MLS#158507

INVESTOR ALERT! Located in a prime location these 2 strata lots are available to a prospective developer to complete this 30 unit strata by building the 4 remaining units. $469,000

621 1st Ave, Chase BC 250-679-8811

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DELIVERY GUY

236-586-1766

Chase BC Delivery & Courier Services

Donna Smith-Bradley Your Local Realtor® direct: 250-819-0551 office: 250-679-7748 www.donnasb.com donna@century21lakeside.com

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Community Bulletin Chase Farm and Craft Market - Every Friday in the green area near Safety Mart between 10 am and 2 pm

You can purchase yours at Eye Candy Emporium, or from any Lions member, or call Karen 250-318-4527. Get yours while you can.

Sadly due to the Pandemic Team Chase was unable to hold their annual Pink Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament in May 2020. We did however go ahead with our Raffle the draw was held on September 13th 2020. The winner of the Talking Rock & Quaaout Lodge Resort Stay & Play Package – Gregory Grayson. The winner of the Chase Quilters donated Quilt was Dave McLelland. Big thank you to everyone who bought a ticket to support us moving forward in these very challenging times.

Alzheimer Society of B.C Demystifying advocacy, Part 1: Changing your situation Date: September 28, 2020 Time: 1 to 2 p.m.

Register or join on the day: http://alzbc.org/changing-yoursituation Alzheimer Society of B.C Demystifying advocacy, Part 2: Changing the system Date: September 29, 2020 Time: 1 to 2 p.m.

Register or join on the day: http://alzbc.org/changing-thesystem

CHASE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS PLANNING MEETING - WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7th, 5pm @ CRAIG’S BAKERY. We will be deciding how Chase Country Christmas will look this year Anyone interested in helping out is welcome.

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

OPEN 3 pm FUN DARTS & POOL Meat Draw 4 - 6:30 pm

OPEN 6 - 10 pm LEAGUE DARTS 7:30 pm

FRI

OPEN 3 pm FUN DARTS

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

SAT,

OPEN 1 pm MEAT DRAW & 50/50 2 pm

*Closing at Bartenders Discretion *

Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated

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

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

Box 12, Chase, BC V0E1M0 250-679-8470* chaselions67@gmail.com Meetings are every 2nd & 4th Thursday, at Parkside. New members welcome Call 250-679-8470 for all Lions projects: *Chase Lions RV Park For medical equipment or pull tab donations please call Karen Bassett 250-318-4527

The 2021 Chase Lions 400 club tickets are now available.

WEDS

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.

Chase Lions

The 400 club tickets are being sold again, contact your regular Lions member or call Karen 250-318-4527. Get your lucky number.

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Chase

OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca ** Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods ** MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0

400 Club Weekly Winner: Vicki Hanna $1000.00 Shuswap Victory Church

641 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC Social distancing in effect. Masks optional.

September theme; faith overcomes fear. 2 Tim 1:7 Sunday Morning Service: 10:00 am Wed evening Prayer/Praise; 6:30 pm - 9 pm OFFICE HOURS: Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00-12:30. 250-306-6078

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Patrick Herba ( 250-702-3677) Meetings 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month @ Railside. New members welcome.

Mass at Blessed Sacrament - Mass on Saturdays at the Blessed Sacrament Parish at 4:00 pm.

All are welcome Chase Evangelical Free Church - 295 Shuswap Ave COVID Compliant Gathering @ 10 Visit ChaseChurch.com for protocol.

Pastoral visitation by Appointment 250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

The Light of Life Native Fellowship Pastor Joseph #1.250.457-3845 Shuswap Community Church 10am, Sunday @ Chase Community Hall 7pm, Sunday on Facebook @Chase Shuswap Community Church Visit our website for more information or to sign up to join a service. www.aplacetobelong.ca

Chase Community Fellowship Cancelled until further notice

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COPS FOR KIDS

submitted Cops for Kids arrived Sept 18th, not Everett provided homemade soup to in Chase but Blind Bay! Due to Covid feed the riders on their journey. We - 19 the RCMP could not do a public were fortunate to have former RCMP visit to Haldane Elementary School but Commissioner and current Senator Bev arrived at Rotarians Doug and Jacquie's Busson and her daughter Erin plus retired Everett's home in Blind Bay for lunch on member Anne and Cody Chase and his their annual bicycle ride to raise funds to mom Sharon join us for lunch. help kids who have medical challenges.

Since this year has been different, Chase Rotary rose to the challenge and the riders rode through Chase but were donated a unable to cheque for stop on their $500 for their journey to cause.

Kamloops Sorrento a n d Subway and eventually to the Village Kelowna. We G r o c e r wish them generously safe travels together and success donated in their sandwiches, fundraising veggie and fruit trays and water. Jacquie efforts!

THANK YOU

Our family would like to extend a huge thank you to Chase. We are getting back on our feet after our devastating house fire, thanks to all of you. The generosity of everyone in the Village has been overwhelming and has filled our hearts with love and gratitude. Than you to our families, friends, neighbours, strangers and community. - Laura, Cody, Alyssa and Cairo

Duck Range Plumbing & Heating duckrangeplumber@gmail.com

Your Local Plumbing & Gas Professionals

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS

As you may have heard, we have sold our place here in Chase and will be closing our business at the end of September.

We will no longer be available for irrigation blowouts or winter snow removal. We suggest you start looking for replacements.

We thank each and every one of our past customers for their continued support over the years.

Sincerely, Brian & Betty Strauch Springhill Excavating Yard & Garden Works

OPEN HOUSE

Wills & Estates Family Law Conveyancing

SUNDAY, Realtor in attendance with information for lots, Disclosure SEPTEMBER 27 Statement, site tour, and purchase info.

1-5 PM AT WHITFIELD, 285 AYLMER RD. CHASE BC

Halston Homes sales staff will also be there with Manufactured Homes information and warranty disclosures.

Everyone is invited! Refreshments and snacks available.

Only 16 lots left as of July 30, 2020. 'First two homes are on site, reserve your lot today for only $5000 down!'

CHASE OFFICE:

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

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

Crowning Touch Dog Grooming Services

BRENDA PATTERSON

BrendaPatterson@hhre.ca

778-220-1822

Darla Crown

6188 VLA Road, Chase BC Village Yard Entrance

250-804-3987

darla.crown64@gmail.com

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Classifieds

$5/20 words. 20 cents per additional word.

Email info@chasesunflower.ca or text 250-320-3050. Drop off at the Willows Health Food Store.

SERVICES OFFERED Need to board your dog? I am a mature, pet loving lady, honest & reliable. References available.

Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

THE DELIVERY GUY - Let me do the running around for you. Errands and deliveries Call 236-586-1766.

Let Jonnie Walker help with your pruning, and other yard work jobs.

Hedges, garden, roto tilling, lawn care.

Licensed & insured. 250-318-5237

GARAGE SALE Garage Sale Sept. 26 10 to 2 at

Todd "The Coin Guy" - Buying coin collections, sets, old money, bullion, jewelry, old silver & ALL things

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Beach Drive No Early Birds!! Cancelled if

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Design Haus - Interior and Exterior

FOR SALE Ebike conversion kits in stock - Make

Painting,

Hedging and Pruning.

your bike an e-bike! Contact Paul at

Registered and Insured, call today

Sunflower Bicycle Repair 778-220-6709

for a free estimate, 250-852-2298

WANTED Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture,

HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard *First time boarders receive one free

tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns,

day. *Special rates for long term

pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels,

boarders. Transportation available.

scales, farm. 250-577-3357.

Obituary STEVEN DAVID DOMINICK Dec 26, 1973 – Sept 7, 2020 My son’s life was cut short, but his love lives forever.

He will be missed by many friends, cousins and uncles. He is lovingly remembered by, mom Charon Bevans (Cleve Bevans), his sister Shannon Henningham, his brother Bobby Dominick and his father Roger Dominick of Montreal.

His grandparents Ron and Connie Hurley of Vancouver Island.

There will no celebration of his life, as this is what Steven wanted.

Rest in Peace, my Son Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

BUSINESS LISTINGS

FOR RENT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, gas FP, ground floor,

250-318-8367

Small engine maintenance and

available October 1. $1375 + Utilities.

repairs - Certified technician Call

No Pets. 250-718-4866.

250-320-6082 all outdoor power

OFFERED Hunter Training (C.O.R.E) Oct 3 & 4, 8 am - ? Downstairs at Chase Legion, course manual, exams and BCWF Fee $160.00 for registration and information. Call Ivan 250-679-2758.

equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle,

snowmobiles,

generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

LOST/FOUND

Chase Upholstery – 323 Willow

LOST: 2 sets of keys. 1 has RAM logo, 1

St, Chase, BC. 679-3923. Furniture

has leather tag w/ 4 keys. Call 250-3204910.

– Auto – Boat tops and seats – RVs

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Chase Creek Falls Rest Area Revitalization Project Submitted by the Chase & District Chamber of Commerce

As the host of the Chase Visitor Centre and the main organization responsible for tourism marketing in the community, the Chase & District Chamber of Commerce is continually working to increase visitor services and enhance guests' experiences of Chase & District. One main area that the Chamber has identified as needing significant attention is the Chase Creek Falls Rest Area. As one of Chase’s most popular destinations, the falls see a consistent flow of visitors throughout the year, many of whom create their first experience of Chase at this site, since the majority of guests are highway travelers looking for a quick break to stretch their legs and enjoy the natural beauty.

Unfortunately, before visitors step into the wooded serenity, they pass under the graffitied h i g h w a y bridge, through a neglected picnic area overrun with weeds and splinteri n d u c i n g benches, and past scattered trash and other unpleasantries due to the lack of garbage cans and locked washrooms.

So, on September 19th, the Chamber commenced Phase One of its Rest Area Revitalization Project to help clean up the site and begin creating an area that the community can be proud of. With the help from the Chase Lions Club and business members of the Chamber, volunteers spent the morning picking up waste, pruning bushes, removing weeds, and cleaning the picnic tables.

“As dedicated members of the community, the Chase Lions Club works

to do at least one environmental focused project each year, and we identified this as an important one to help with” stated the club’s treasurer, Karen Bassett.

“It is incredible what 10 people can accomplish in just a couple hours,” added Sandra Welton, one of the directors from the Chamber, “we removed over two full truckloads of waste from around the picnic area this morning!”.

A one day clean up of the site is not enough to bring it to its full potential and reflect the beauty of the falls and the community, but the Chamber sees it as an improvement and the first step of what will likely be a year-long project.

A formal plan for the final vision is still under development, though there has been significant discussion on the need for improved signage, placement of waste and recycling bins, access to the washrooms, painting & staining features, and trail & accessibility improvements. Recognizing that the site is also a favourite for many locals, the Chamber is encouraging any interested individuals and organizations who would like to help with the planning and implementation of future work to please get in touch by emailing admin@ chasechamber.com, sending a message on Facebook, or stopping by the Visitor Centre and speaking with the VC Manager, Debby Mould.

Chase Creekside Senior Centre

will have a general meeting on Thursday, October 8th at 1pm.

We need to discuss the elections and how to proceed in 2021.

Members please attend and give your input.

Normal standard sanitizing protocol will apply . Masks required.

Watch for our Harvest Super Saver and take advantage of some great specials from Oct 2 - 31. Purchase a Harvest Coupon book for $10. & receive $50 worth of coupons.

All proceeds go to Chase Minor Hockey.

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

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

Seniors Discount!

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

Shuswap Better at Home COVID 19 response services provided at this time:

• Grocery shopping and delivery • Pick up and delivery of drugstore items & prescriptions • Support with meal program delivery and food bank delivery • Check In and Friendly Visit calls • Some laundry service and transportation may be approved 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.

NOW CARRYING *DANDY BLEND INSTANT HERBAL BEVERAGE WITH DANDELION *FOUR SIGMATIC MUSHROOM COFFEE MIX

NATURAL FOODS 729 Shuswap Ave Chase 250-679-3189

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Business Listings

Word Search

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Todd "The Coin Guy"

1-250-864-3521

Buying coin collections, old money, jewelry, old silver

ALM Mobile RV

Certified RV Tech - Gas Certified & Bonded

250-308-9022 AlmmobileRV@gmail.com

Shuswap Soles Footcare

Call Vanna at 250.574.9969

MJK Home Renovations Chris Walker

250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring

Chase Auto & Window Glass

250-679-3118 822A Shuswap Ave

Now's the time: Get your Windshield Replaced!

CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY

EMERGENCY HELP

ACORN APPLE HARVEST GOURD LEAVES

HAY CHILLY EQUINOX AUTUMN FALL

REAP PIE PUMPKIN NUTS RAKE

CORN CRISP CIDER CORNUCOPIA

250-682-6155 All your Civil & Oil+Gas Inspection Needs

Armstrong Inspections

778-362-1606 TripleTree Interiors & Millwork

236-421-4225

Kitchen Design & Cabinetry

Pete’s Pizza & Pasta Open at 4 pm Tuesday - Sunday

250-679-2775 Kalin Good Carpentry Services

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

Call 250-819-9335

Quick Dry Carpet Cleaning

Carpet, Upholstery, Area Rugs OPEN FOR BUSINESS • 250-851-8556

Sorrento Plumbing & Pumps

250-679-0001 Serving the Shuswap!

Anyone out there interested in buying my Delorean?

Great condition, low mileage... really only driven from time to time.

I've decided to quit my job as a personal trainer. I'm always drained and just not physically up to it...

so I've just handed in my too weak notice.

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Chase Rec Society announces Learn to Skate Programs

Learn to Skate programs will be starting on Oct 19 and will run 8 sessions until Dec 7. As with everything else, things will be a bit different this year. Unfortunately there will be no Preschool class this session. We will revisit this decision for the January session.

This decision was made because of the obvious need for a "hands on" approach with the youngest skaters.

Sessions will be as follows: Eager Beavers (Ages 5 +) Mondays 3:15-4:00 ($64.00) For this group skaters MUST be able to get up and down on their skates on their own and have some skating experience. Skaters can arrive no earlier than 15 mins before the session and must be ready to go on the ice. Preferably with skates (skate guards) on, helmets and dressed warmly and with gloves. Masks must be worn in the arena, unless they are wearing hockey helmets.

Jr. Rec Hockey (Ages 7 +) Mondays from 4:00-5:00 (64.00) This session will strictly be hockey skills at this time as no contact or games are allowed. For this group players MUST be able to skate, as well as get up and down on their own. They must arrive no more than 15 mins before the session and be in full gear ready to go on the ice. Masks must be worn until helmets are put on.

Here are some other things to expect when registering; • Limited people are allowed in the arena so only one parent/ guardian per skater or player.

• Parents may not be able to enter the building with their child depending on the arena's capacity at the time • They will allowed in as soon as possible.

• No siblings allowed.

• Players must be on time for sessions as doors are locked during practice in order to monitor how many and in the building at one time.

• Covid pre-screening will be done before EACH practice, for parent and skaters and players will be as they enter the building.

Forms are available by email from Jane Herman jherman@cablelan.net Payment by e-transfer will be noted on the registration form.

Please Support the Chase Hamper Society Chase Rotary will NOT be doing our door to door food drive in September.

We are however encouraging the residents of Chase to support the Chase Hamper Society by dropping their donations in the drop boxes available at Safety Mart and PharmaChoice.

Thank You for supporting those in need

PARKSIDE REMAINS CLOSED TO PUBLIC Parkside will remain closed to the public until further notice. Thanks for helping keep our residents safe.

We are accepting new admissions under strict guidelines. Spacious suites starting at $2050.00.

Contact us at 250-679-1512 or 250-320-0400 live@parksidecommunity.ca 743 Okanagan Ave, Chase

EBIKES In Stock Now! 8 speed, Hydraulic disk brake, 500W Max Power, Max Speed 32km/h

$2479 + GST

Contact Paul for more information 778-220-6709

MAKE YOUR OWN BIKE INTO AN E-BIKE. CONVERSION KITS ALSO AVAILABLE!

CALL OR TEXT PAUL 778-220-6709 838 SHUSWAP AVE, CHASE BC

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Village Barber Shop

725

Shuswap Ave, Chase BC 250-679-1158

Welcome to new Barber, Jimmy!

Available by appointment on Wednesdays

Call 250-299-1541 The Chase & District Museum & Archives Society will be having its Annual General Meeting on September 26th at 11am outside on museum grounds, rain or shine. All members are invited and memberships will be available for purchase. The 2020/2021 Board of Directors will also be elected at the meeting.

Masks are MANDATORY for all those in attendance. Please R. S. V. P. to the museum prior to the meeting; we need to set up for social distancing.

Chase & District Museum & Archives 250-679-8847 chasemuseumsociety@gmail.com

Computer Support

on/off-site, remote service & sales

Website Development affordable, local hosting Stefan Schielke 250.679.7744

stefan@inTechrity.ca www.inTechrity.ca

President’s Choice & no name products are now available

Food & Drug

Grocery 250-679-3553

Pharmacy 250-679-8611

8 am - 8 pm

9 am - 6 pm

7 days/week

Sundays: 10 am-4 pm

825 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC

Volunteer Extraordinaire

Jane Herman

by Carolyn Parks-Mintz, Author, Journalist & Freelance Writer To say Jane (Beck) Herman has become a fan of Chase is an understatement.

Since moving here as a teen-ager, “kicking and screaming” about being dragged to such a small community, she has taken the village to heart—as the town has Jane.

The 1973 move with her pharmacist Father and her Mother, which started out as a personal negative, has proven to be a very good thing.

“We moved in the summer,” says Jane, “and it didn’t take long before I found Chase to be an interesting and happening place. I was hooked.

Loved the town and loved the high school. Got involved with school sports— basketball, softball, tennis and skiing, to name a few—and the student council too.”

“Growing up here, there were many local social events as well, for kids and parents—dances, the fire department’s Christmas ball, the Lion’s Club casinos, athletic awards ceremonies, and carnival nights. It was never dull,” she adds with a smile.

“I enjoyed the kids that lived here, the ones who camped here, the lake, boating, water skiing—it all kept us busy. Everyone knew everyone and respected each other.”

Asked what have been significant events since her move here, Jane cites having the arena built 20 years ago, and the 2003 massive forest fire that burned for nearly two months, August/ September, up a mountain just outside town, threatening the community. “We couldn’t have ice in the arena because the fire Control Centre had taken over that space. And the military personnel helping control the blaze were camped in tents on the school grounds.”

Jane would eventually marry Merv

Herman, of the long-time resident Reid family of Chase. “Merv is named after his great Grandfather Merv of M.J. Reid & Company, a pole manufacturer,” she adds.

Their three children, Megan, John and Reid, would lead to Jane’s connection to what became her chosen sport, one that involves ice and skates.

“Before we had an arena here, son John and daughter Megan both wanted to play hockey,” Jane reports, “which meant years of driving to Kamloops.

Fortunately, by the time Reid wanted to get into hockey, the arena was up and running. I almost cried when he got to actually walk to practice, after all our years on the road for that sport.”

“And yes, today hockey is my favourite sport,” she adds, “regardless of the figure skating lessons and practice I put in because that’s what girls did years ago.”

Jane plays ladies hockey, coaches the under-seven hockey group, and is involved with the Learn to Skate programme—all of which take her to the ice four times a week.

Her other volunteer work with what is arguably Canada’s favourite sport, both for spectators and participants, involves the Chase Heat Jr. B hockey organization.

“I so enjoy the people volunteering for the team,” she states emphatically.

“We’re a close group, all wanting the team and its club to succeed. I’m involved with running the concession at the arena, but everyone pitches in, doing whatever is needed.”

“And kudos to Coach Brad Fox and his staff,” she goes on enthusiastically.

Continued on page 9...

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Extraordinaire Jane Herman

“Team members are encouraged to be an integral part of the community and to contribute. They learn all about being part of a team, on the ice and off the ice, as ambassadors for The Heat, and that area residents support them.”

This busy gal also finds time to help out with the Chase Hamper Society’s food bank programme.

When asked about advice for those considering volunteering, Jane states, “Take that first step. Don’t be afraid to jump in.

Present fresh ideas.

Organizations welcome new people.

Getting involved with something that’s important to you or something that you enjoy is a win-win.”

“If I’m asked why I volunteer so much, I have to say that it’s about what I get out of it. It’s a two-way street. Connections are made, and you meet new folks. Makes you feel good to help with something that goes well. And volunteering even adds to your social life.”

In addition to her volunteer contributions, Jane has been employed as a Certified Education Assistant at Chase schools for the last 30 years, currently with the Secondary School.

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“It’s a wonderful job,” she says. “I love it. And teachers are so innovative in their approach to education. Students have options in their learning methods.”

As a people person, Jane particularly enjoys her interaction with both adults and children, whether through her work or her volunteering.

It’s been said that we only truly own what we give away. Jane Herman is a stellar example of this.

And as singer/songwriter Murray McLauchlan says in The Farmer’s Song: These days when everyone’s takin’ so much, there’s somebody givin’ back in.”

Indeed!

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HELP YOUR COMMUNITY WHEN DISASTER STRIKES

CHASE EMERGENCY SUPPORT SERVICES (ESS) INFORMATION MEETING Monday, September 28th, 2020 6:30 to 7:30 - Doors open at 6:15pm Chase Community Hall, 547 Shuswap Avenue • Strict COVID precautions and health guidelines will be followed. If you plan on attending, please wear a mask. Light (COVID friendly) refreshments will be available • If you are unable to attend in person, we plan on streaming this event online.

Contact us for more information.

Thank You Lou submitted by Dave Smith, Chase Legion Practicing COVID 19 Health Protocols, Chase Legion Br. #107 "THANK" Lou Breen for her commitment, dedication, support and service to the Chase Legion over the past 34 plus years.

Following Social Distancing, Health Regulations and Protocols

a small group of members and friends applauded as Chase Legion Br. # 107 President Paul Lamoureux presented Lou with 'Thank You Gift, Cards and Flowers' on behalf of the Br. # 107 Executive, the Staff, Chase Legion Members and the Ladies Auxiliary.

Emergency Support Service teams provide a crucial service in assisting people who have been forced to leave their home in an emergency. This is typically due to fires, floods, landslides, or other events.

Residents are provided accommodation, food, and other essentials to help recover after disaster.

Chase is currently the only community in the TNRD without an ESS team. We hope you’ll come hear about the valuable work that ESS teams do throughout the province, and how you can help build a team here in Chase.

For more information, contact: Kevin Skrepnek TNRD Emergency Program Coordinator 250-319-0921 kskrepnek@tnrd.ca

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUND-UP

Now is your chance to clear out all those old cleaners, chemicals, and unknown products from the garage or under your sink. Items are accepted FREE and will be safely disposed of or recycled.

Accepted Hazardous Waste includes; paint, batteries, oil, antifreeze, flammables, poisons, corrosives, adhesives, grease/tar, gasoline/ kerosene, pesticides, fertilizers, mercury containing devices, pool or lab chemicals, etc.

Event Information ●Kamloops Mission Flats Landfill Saturday October 3, 2020 - 10:00AM to 3:00PM ●Clearwater Eco-Depot Saturday October 17, 2020 - 8:00AM to 4:00PM ●Merritt Civic Centre Parking Lot Saturday October 24, 2020 - 10:00AM to 2:00PM ●Cache Creek Visitor Information Centre Parking Lot Sunday October 25, 2020 - 10:00AM to 2:00PM

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Thompson Valley residents help the Alzheimer Society of B.C. mark World Alzheimer’s Month Submitted

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to push the global conversation about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to the forefront.

People in the Thompson Valley who are affected by dementia are invited to attend a two-part online discussion series called “Demystifying advocacy” on September 28 and 29 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Free of charge and moderated by the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s CEO Maria Howard, the series is an opportunity for residents to hear from dementia advocates as they share their stories and have frank conversations about what it takes to make change happen.

Register or join on the day: http://alzbc.org/changing-yoursituation

Village of Chase - Sewer Scoping Project The Village of Chase Public Works department will be conducting a sewer scoping project for various sanitary sewer lines within the Village on the south side of the CP Rail line beginning September 25, 2020. The first phase of the project will be to flush the lines, and then a scope (camera) inspection will be conducted after the lines have been flushed. The sewer scoping

is part of the Village’s overall Asset Management Plan, to ensure all of the community’s assets are properly documented, maintained and repairs and replacements can be budgeted for in our long term financial planning.

If you have any questions, please contact our Manager of Public Works, Joe Matias at 250.679.3436 during regular office hours.

VOTE IN THE PROVINCIAL ELECTION A provincial election has been called for Saturday, October 24, 2020.

We’re helping B.C. vote safely during the pandemic. Here’s what you can expect if you vote in person: • Physical distancing • Voting place capacity limits • Election officials wearing personal protective equipment (such as masks and face-visors) • Protective barriers • Hand sanitizing stations • Frequent cleaning of voting stations and frequently touched surfaces • Election workers trained on safe workplace guidelines and pandemic protocols Follow the instructions from election officials in the voting place to help maintain physical distancing. You will be asked to sanitize your hands before and after voting.

If you are ill or self-isolating, do not visit a voting place. Request a vote-bymail package or call Elections BC at 1-800-661-8683.

Learn more at elections.bc.ca/safevoting.

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You can vote in person or by mail.

Vote in person Vote at a district electoral office – Find the office nearest you at elections.bc.ca/deo.

Voting is available now during office hours.

There are seven days of advance voting, from October 15 to October 21. You don’t need a special reason to vote at advance voting – it’s an option for all voters. Advance voting places will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time.

Election day is Saturday, October 24, but there are lots of ways to vote before then.

On election day voting places will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific time.

Learn more at wheretovote.elections.bc.ca Vote by mail If you wish to vote by mail request your voting package as soon as possible. Go to elections.bc.ca/ovr or call 1-800-661-8683.

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Candidate nominations You can get a candidate nomination application package from your district electoral office or online at elections.bc.ca/candidates.

Completed nomination kits must be returned to your district electoral officer by 1 p.m. (Pacific time) on Friday, October 2, 2020.

Voter registration Register now to save time when you vote.

You can register or update your information at elections.bc.ca/ register or by calling 1-800-6618683. Online voter registration closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time) on September 26. Voter registration by phone closes at 8 p.m. (Pacific time) on September 26. After September 26 you can still register or update when you vote, but voting will take longer.

Remember to bring ID when you go to vote.

Questions?

Call 1-800-661-8683 or visit elections.bc.ca.

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