Chase Sunflower - September 1, 2023

Chase Minor Hockey joins nationwide hockey initiative

In 2020 a new identification program was introduced to baseball in Montreal to bring awareness to the abuse and harassment new or young umpires faced while trying to umpire the sport they love. It’s no secret the high number of referees and officials who quit due to abuse and harassment they receive at hockey games. So obviously this Green Arm Band Initiative also quickly caught on in hockey in cities such as Ottawa and Montreal, and also moved into Nova

Scotia last year. This upcoming season, CHASE MHA has decided to adopt the Green Arm Band Initiative for our young and new officials to try and bring awareness and support our local officials who experience harassment or abuse. We want to provide an environment in Chase where a child or new official can learn from mistakes rather than feeling the wrath of parents, coaches or spectators.

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Community Events Bulletin

GIANT CRIB - There will be a Giant Crib at the Chase Legion on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at 11:00. The cost is $12 per person. Visitors are welcome. Not necessary to bring your own partner. Lunch will be available. Payout 85%.

Chase & District Recreation Centre Society AGM

Tuesday September 19th at 6pm in the mezzanine at Art Holding Memorial Arena. Everyone welcome.

Chase’s Community Paper

250-320-3050

email info@chasesunflower.ca

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase

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

CHASE LEGION

Mon. Sept. 4 - Holiday - CLOSED

Tues. Sept. 5 - open 2 pm - 6:30 pm, fun pool, darts, Free Meat draws

Wed. Sept. 6 - CLOSED

Thurs. Sept. 7 - open 6 pm - Thurs. League darts start - 7:30 pm

Fri. Sept. 8 - open 2 pm - 8 pm - Burger Nite - 5 pm - 7 pm

Sat. Sept. 9 - open 1 pm - 6 pm - meat draws, 50/50, Lotto, darts

Sun. Sept.10 - open 2 pm - Coffee House with Deb Foster and Musician Friends

Monday Sept. 11 - Bar open at 6 pm - Mon. League Darts start Sept. 11 at 7:30 pm.

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

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

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around the Chase, BC area. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported. Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community.

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: 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

August 23 - Miles and Leslie Downey

OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC

Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday

PHONE: (250) 320-3050

EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca

WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca

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

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

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

At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we invite you all to Mass every Sunday at 8:00 am

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

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

The Light of Life Native Fellowship

Pastor Joseph #1.250.457-3845

Find "Joseph Shuswap Kim" on Youtube John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Chase Evangelical Free Church295 Shuswap Ave

Physical Gathering

Suspended in response to Provincial Health

Order, Online Gatherings

Accessible at www.ChaseChurch.com

Chase Evangelical Free Church Service at 10 am Sunday More Information at ChaseChurch.com 250 679 3626 Tyler@ ChaseChurch.com

250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

Shuswap Community Church Outdoor Services 10am, Sunday @ Memorial Park Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca for more info. Call: (778) 824-0383

Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Village of Chase Message from the Mayor

by Mayor Dave Lepsoe

Being on evacuation alert for almost two weeks now has taken its toll on everyone in Chase. While being on alert can be scary, Chase has fared well so far thanks to the great work of many agencies and individuals.

On behalf of all of Council I would like to thank Chase Fire Rescue, Adams Lake Indian Band fire department as well as CP Rail’s water train for their continued efforts to assist BC Wildfire to reduce the threat of fire to the East of Chase. In addition, a big thanks to the Pritchard Fire department and the Ashcroft Fire Department for helping with structural protection and being available to provide fire protection to Chase while our crews were assisting with the wildfire efforts.

I would also like to thank the Village of Chase staff as well as the TNRD for their support. Additionally, thank you to the RCMP for their continued efforts in managing a most challenging situation. I especially want to thank the community members and groups who have gone above and beyond to help those who have been impacted by the fire. The efforts of everyone just shows what great community spirit we have.

At the time of writing this letter, the Village remains on evacuation Alert. While I am very hopeful we will come out of this okay, until more of the active fire to the East of us is contained, we need to be ready, while staying positive.

As with all other local governments, during an emergency event, the elected officials step back while the staff members do the work that is required under the local government emergency response model, including informing the community of evacuation Alerts.

I as others feel truly sorry for those in other nearby communities that have not fared so well. Our hearts are with you.

For accurate information please go to the official websites and Facebook pages to get your information. This includes the Village of Chase www. chasebc.ca FB- Village of Chase –Municipality, TNRD www.tnrd. ca/services/emergency-services/ Columbia Shuswap Regional District www.csrd.bc.ca/204/EmergencyManagement and BC Wildfire Service https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/ safety/wildfire-status

Or call 250.679.3238 Ext. 225 or 228

Here are some ways you can help: Donations to the Red Cross Canadian Wildfire Relief Fund www.redcross.ca or asking the Shuswap Emergency Program sep@csrd.bc.ca

We would like to welcome Brent to the Pharmachoice Team. He is our new Butcher bringing 20+ years experience. Come on in and say hi, he is looking forward to meeting you.

Championing CHASE (& Area)

Sponsored by Todd Stone, MLA Kamloops-South Thompson

Chase & District Recreation Society – Supporting Sports & More!

by Carolyn Parks-Mintz, Author and Journalist

To say the Chase & District Recreation Society has been a plus for the area is definitely an understatement. What the organization has accomplished has been of value to residents, businesses, and visitors—in accordance with the mandate it was based on over 50 years ago.

The facilities developed by the Society, a registered nonprofit charitable organization, continue to offer recreation, exercise, and fun for locals at the Art Holding Memorial Arena and the Sunshore Golf Club.

The Society’s nine dedicated Directors continue the legacy established decades ago, serving residents and those who visit. The many activities offered by the Village of Chase are a positive draw for those moving here or folk just passing through— its ice arena, golf club, bowling, curling, hiking, x-country skiing, fishing, boating, and water sports on our lovely lake.

With the generous support of the Holding family, Chase and area citizens, and the backing of the Village, fundraising for the arena was accomplished under the theme “Proudly together, we’ll build and enjoy a better future!” And the $2.2 million arena costs came to fruition, with groundbreaking at the site during the summer of 1999.

The Village of Chase is currently the owner of the arena building, with Larry Pittendreigh (grandson of Art Holding) serving as Arena Director. And it should be noted that the arena was built on land donated by the late Henry Grube— together indeed, undeniably a community project.

It was the home ice of the Chase Chiefs hockey team from 2007 to 2010 and is presently home base for the Chase Heat. In addition to that popular on-ice group, many others enjoy activities under the rafters of the Art Holding Arena: minor hockey, men’s/women’s/junior hockey, skating lessons, public drop-in ice skating, roller derby, trade shows—even graduation ceremonies and weddings have been conducted within this vital Chase structure.

The popular Sunshore Golf club and 9-hole course was almost lost years ago. Built in the late 1960’s as part of a development on the site of the former Hysop family farm, further expansion in 2006 threatened the continued existence and operation of the golf course. However, a group of local residents took a stand—834 signed a petition to stop

the destructive plan, rallying together to purchase the club through the Chase Recreation Society. Larry Pittendreigh and current Society President Ron Anderson spearheaded informing citizens of the situation through a door-to-door campaign and the petition.

The golf club deal had a very tight timeline. Hence, 52 individuals made unsecured $10,000 loans to the Recreation Society, knowing such loans may not be repaid. The Society secured a bank mortgage with the Village of Chase as guarantor in order to complete the $900,000 purchase. The mortgage and personal loans produced $1,075,000, allowing for a $175,000 financial cushion, beyond memberships and fees, to cover upcoming expenses. Another example of pulling together A $100,000 contingency fund is maintained by Sunshore to this day.

Another example of the community support for the golf club is clearly indicated by the annual volunteer hours contributed:

Gardening 500 hours

Maintenance 300 hours

Management 1,000 hours

In many ways, community-based recreation serves as the glue that holds a town together—and activities involving children often lead to the future steadfast volunteers needed, when those kids are adults.

And aren’t we glad! Many thanks to all those who assist with facilitating local sports and providing enjoyment— especially the Chase & Area Recreation Society which continues to unerringly support the “move it or lose it” truism.

NEED JUNK REMOVED? DUMP RUNS? Friendly Discrete Reliable Bill Currie 250-463-2101

CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY EMERGENCY HELP

250-682-6155

All your Civil & Oil+Gas Inspection Needs Armstrong Inspections 778-362-1606

Todd “Gold Silver Guy”

250-864-3521

Buying coins, coin collections, jewelry, GOLD, SILVER, BULLION +

RELIEF MOISTURE

RAIN

CLOUD WET

PRECIPITATION WEATHER DRIZZLE DOWNPOUR STORM

SPRINKLE MIST

I’m not saying I live in a posh area But the ducks in my local park only eat freshly baked bread

POURING WATER RAINY UMBRELLA RAINCOAT

Why is everyone so mad at me? I was told to bring a “Hostess” gift to the party…I brought a DOZEN Twinkies.

Pete’s Pizza & Pasta CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 250-679-2775

Village Fitness Gym & Tanning 630 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC (250-679-5377

Shuswap Soles Footcare

Advanced, Geriatric & Diabetic Footcare Call or Text @ 250-550-6511

ALM Mobile RV

Certified RV Tech - Gas Certified & Bonded 250-308-9022 AlmmobileRV@gmail.com

Kalin Good Carpentry Services

Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More 18+ yrs exp. Call 250-819-9335

MJK Home Renovations

Chris Walker 250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring

Quick Dry Carpet Cleaning

Carpet, Upholstery, Hard Floors 250-851-8556 Chase BC

Get to know your local farmers and what food is grown in this area!

Submitted by Jennifer and Ron Ste Marie, Chase & Area Farmers’ Institute

Wills & Estates Family Law Conveyancing

CHASE OFFICE:

Open Thursdays

10 am - 4:30 pm

#4-834 Shuswap Avenue

Phone: 250-679-3180

Web: www.cfselaw.ca

WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR OUR SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

In the fall of 2020, a group of local farmers got together to form the Chase and Area Farmers’ Institute. Since then we have been busy promoting farmers and farming in our community. We want to celebrate rural life and the collaborative efforts of small scale farms. The Farmers’ Institute emphasizes the practice of regenerative farming while contributing to local food security. Because we wanted to get to know our community better, in the spring of 2022, we conceived of the idea of a local farm tour where you can meet the farmers who grow your food and learn about their farming practices. This September

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

Mail donations to PO Box 1099, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 or check out our website at www.cdhsf.ca to donate online.

Tax deductible donations and receipts provided upon request.

10th we will host the first Chase and Area farm tour, as long as it is safe to do so given the active wildfires around us. The public is invited to begin the tour at Golden Ears Farm at 11:00am. There, farm guests will receive a passport which will be stamped at each farm on the tour. From Golden Ears, carry on to UpHill Farm at noon, then to Ikigai Vegetables at 1:00pm and finally to Notch Hill Community Growers at 2:30pm. At the end of the tour, guests with all 4 stamps will have their name entered in a draw for a hamper of delicious farm goods. We look forward to seeing you on the tour! Pack snacks and lunch and dress for the weather. For the sake and safety of farm animals, please leave your dog in the car or at home. For more info: chasefarmersinstitute@gmail.com

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Classifieds

phone: 250-320-3050 email: info@chasesunflower.ca 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase Classifieds $5/20 words

SERVICES OFFERED

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

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

Service for Seniors - Mature woman offering house cleaning for seniors (60+). Reliable, respectful, honest & caring. Opening in my schedule. Contact me at 250-318-7173.

FOR SALE

Freezer - Apt, mid size $50.00 Call 250-320-1225

IN SEARCH OF

Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm. 250-577- 3357.

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

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CASH FOR 9999 SILVER BULLION! ALSO

PURCHASING COINS, BARS, INGOTS, PRE 1968 coins, coin collections, jewelry, gold, nuggets, sterling +++. Todd 250864-3521

Wanted - Plaid wool Macinaws. Wool blankets. HBC Eaton’s Woodwords. Simpson Sears. HBC Striped coat. George 250-546-3556.

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.

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Gypsy Soul is looking to buy vinyl records. 638 Shuswap Ave. 250-819-3875

Farewell to Hilda

You are invited to Come by and bid farewell to Hilda McKinnon

She is moving back to Alberta to be closer to family.

Chase Creekside Seniors Centre

Saturday, September 2 at 1 PM to 3 PM

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Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, snowmobiles, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard. Heated & A/C. Special rates for multiple dogs and long term stays. 250-318-8367

Arm Bands Urge Patience for Refs

As part of this program, Local Referee in Chief, Lee Melvin and other Executive Members will be at the rink supervising the development and providing feedback to these young officials in a positive manner. We do not want our officials being yelled at, it does nothing for their development as an official or a human being. “These new Officials are usually children most of the time, and yelling at or intimidating children, or any volunteer is not acceptable in Chase Minor Hockey” said Melvin.

Melvin continues, “we are a small

association trying to develop officials from within. Please be patient and understanding that you cannot develop a referee overnight.”

CMHA Executive reminds parents and fans that It takes time, instruction, games and coaching to develop officials, same as it takes to grow players. CMHA reminds you that if you see a referee wearing a green arm band, encourage them rather than critique them. Cheer them instead of yelling at them. And remember this is a game, played by children.

A Celebration of Community Support & Spirit

The culmination of the Village of Chase Lakeside Music Series, marked by the final evening of Music on the Lake, was met with resounding success and an overwhelming display of community support. The last-minute Wildfire Relief Fundraiser, not only drew the participation of over 1,000 enthusiastic attendees but also resulted in a remarkable achievement of raising more than $11,500 in generous donations.

The evening’s festivities commenced with a spirited performance by The Liz Blair Project, originally slated for August 22nd. Their high-energy set at 6pm set the tone for an evening of musical excellence. Subsequently, the stage saw the talents of Ben Klick, Tanner Dawson, and their exceptional circle of collaborators, who delivered a dynamic and interactive performance that captivated the audience.

The series concluded with door prize draws, a fitting reward for those who actively engaged throughout the summer by collecting stamps. It is with great pleasure that we extend our congratulations to Patricia Simpson,

submitted by Brock Endean

Heather Strack, Donna R., Bobby Burke, Erin Marshall, and Penny Hanna, the deserving winners of this year’s door prizes.

As we reflect on the resounding success of Music on the Lake and the broader Village of Chase Lakeside Music Series, we must express our sincere gratitude to the dedicated volunteers of the Chase & District Festival Society. Their unwavering commitment and tireless efforts were instrumental in orchestrating a summer of exceptional events that brought the community together.

Chase & Area Farmers' Institute

Farm Tours

Such an accomplishment would not have been possible without the support of numerous businesses, organizations, and individuals. It is with deep appreciation that we acknowledge those who contributed in various capacities to the triumph of this year’s event:

A&W Chase, Amanda Kozak, Angie McLaren, Apollo Suns, Ashton Sweetnam, Ben Klick, Brent Chamberland, Brock Endean, Burkholder Bros, Carmen Miller, Chase & Area Family Services, Chase & District Recreation Society, Chase Chamber of Commerce, Chase Citizens on Patrol, Chase Evangelical Free Church, Chase Groceteria, Chase Museum, Chase Optometric Centre, Chase Rotary Club, Chase Sunflower, Christina Lutterman, Craig’s Bakery, Dave Smith, Daveton Jones and the Wild Fling, David Lepsoe, Diane Terry, DJ SpunLogic (Tyler LaCroix), Donna Smith-

Bradley PREC, Electric Religious, Eye Candy Endless Emporium, Gail Maddalozzo, Geo Horton, GK Sound, Gypsy Soul, H&R Block Chase, Heather Strack, Heritage Canada, Integra Tire, Interior Savings Credit Union, J-COB Music, Jane Herman, Joan Anderson, John Angus, Kamloops Kia, Kristen Schwab, Lauren Leduc-Sjodin, Leanne Endean, Lordco Auto Parts, Mattey Bros Ltd., MLA Todd Stone, MP Mel Arnold, Nicki Waters, Patrick Herba, Penny Nielsen, Pete Murray’s Market, Pete’s Pizza & Pasta, Petro Canada, Railside Restaurant, Randy Sherman, Rawn Side of Town, Ricardo Rodriguez, Rose Cairnie, Royal Bank Chase, Safety Mart Foods, ShearFX Hair Studio, Shirley Papiz, Shuswap Bargain Centre, Shuswap Community Church, Silver Fox Pub, Stefanie Barnard, Sunshore Golf Club, Talia Nielsen, Tanner Dawson, Team Equipment, Tennyson King, TerraNebula (Drew McLean), The Barn Catz, The Inspired Boutique, The Liz Blair Project, Triple T Trucking Ltd, Village of Chase, Village U-Brew, Willows Natural Foods, Willy Moore, Yale County Jug Band, and Zuffalo

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all these contributors and acknowledge that, while every effort was made to recognize everyone, oversights may have occurred. We express gratitude to all individuals and groups who lent their support.

With this collective success as inspiration, we look toward the future with enthusiasm and invite those interested in contributing to the planning and execution of next summer’s activities to contact us at info@chasefestival.ca.

In closing, we celebrate not only the vibrant musical performances that graced the shores of the lake but also the spirit of unity that defines our community. Your continued support has laid the foundation for future endeavors and further strengthens the bonds that make the Village of Chase truly exceptional.