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Neilson Experience Assists Incorporation Study

By Barbra Fairclough The provincial legislation that sets The Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporaout and manages BC’s system of local tion Study is supported by the work of government anticipates that some uninAllan Neilson of Neilson Strategies Inc. corporated communities may, at some and his colleague Sherry Hurst. Mr. Neil- point, wish to consider a new model of son has been working with municipalities, governance. In certain cases, the idea of regional districts, and public bodies since change may be driven by growth and in1992. Most of his career has been spent creasing service demands; in other cases, as a consultant in areas of practice that in- by a desire for local control over importclude local government restructure studant decisions that affect and shape the ies and local government service reviews. community. Regardless of the reasons, He worked inside governrural communities such as Blind ment as a senior managBay and Sorrento that wish to er on two occasions, explore change have an most recently from option to consider — 2014 to 2016 as namely, incorporaGeneral Managtion — and a process er of Planning, through which to Policy and Enconsider it. vironment at The process Metro Vancouthrough which inver Regional corporation is studDistrict. ied will vary slightly We asked Mr. by place based on local Neilson to provide history, local service iscontext to this process sues and communities’ future and to share some aspirations. All incorpoOne of the two options for future experiences from ration studies, however, governance in Area C. CSRD.ca graphic his work with othshare certain fundamener communities to tal features. For starters, help us understand if the questions that they are all bottom-up exercises, initiated have emerged are unique or typical. Does and led by the local community. The proexperience with other jurisdictions shed vincial government funds the bulk of the light on our process and understanding of effort and sets out policies to guide the it? And to reflect on this with respect to study, but does not require the study to financial support from the province. Here (Continued on page 3) are his comments.

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happen, and does not mandate any particular change. Similarly, the regional district provides administrative support and contributes to the overall cost but doesn’t direct the study or determine its outcome. Second, every incorporation study, including the ongoing exercise in Sorrento-Blind Bay, relies on a citizen-based Study Committee to lead the process. The Committee is expected to be impartial in its approach to the options and to ensure that all analyses undertaken for the study are objective. In every case, the Committee is supported by an independent consultant who reports to the Committee as a whole. Third, incorporation in British Columbia, regardless of where in the province it is considered, only happens when local electors choose it through referendum. Incorporation is not imposed onto any community that does not wish it. Over the past 25 years, I have been involved in several local government restructure studies that have examined different governance options, including incorporation and amalgamation (which is a form of incorporation). In every case, residents have raised a broad range of thoughtful and important questions to better understand and, in some cases, challenge the information being provided. Questions in most incorporation studies, including the Sorrento-Blind Bay exercise, typically fall into one of three categories, the first of which deals with process. Process-related questions tend to focus on the role and independence of the Committee, the determination of the incorporation area boundary, who gets to decide to incorporate or not, and the assumptions made by the Committee in the analyses of the options. The second category concerns services. In all incorporation studies, including the Blind Bay and Sorrento one, residents want to know which services would fall under the new municipal council if incorporation were chosen, and which would remain with the regional district. Residents are also in-

terested in service level decisions and costs related specifically to local roads — responsibility for which would shift under incorporation from the Ministry of Transportation to the new municipality. Questions on local policing are also common, as is the case in Sorrento-Blind Bay given its population which may very well reach the 5,000-person cost trigger by the time of the 2026 Census. The third category includes questions on local government finances and property taxes. Residents in all areas studying incorporation — Sorrento-Blind Bay is no exception — want to understand what it would cost to run a municipality, and what decision-making authority and other changes the community could expect in return. Residents are (understandably) driven to identify all costs, including those (e.g., policing) that may not arise for some time, and those (e.g., municipal hall) that would not be faced in an unincorporated community. Projected tax changes are a source of scrutiny in every study — a fact that explains why the Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporation Study Committee and its consultants have produced sample future budgets and property tax notices for the two governance options. All of these questions are important and legitimate, and all can be addressed. The Committee’s role, supported by the consultants, is to provide opportunities for the questions to be asked, and to provide answers that give electors the information they need to assess incorporation against the alternative, which in the case of Blind Bay and Sorrento is the two-electoral areas option. Finally, a note about the provincial offer. When communities choose to form a municipality, local taxpayers are expected to take on decision-making and financial responsibility for some services that were previously provided by the provincial government (the chief example is local roads, as noted earlier). Communities that incorporate also face transition costs to produce new planning (Continued on page 5)

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The Director’s Scoop News of Note from the CSRD

Paul Demenok Director, Electoral Area C (South Shuswap) Cell: 250-517-0810 How Do We Build a Better Community? We often hear the slogan “building back better” in the news. So, how might we best build the South Shuswap into being a better community for all? The use of the term “community” has evolved. A recent evolution of the definition I happen to like is… “a community is a group of people that care about each other and feel they belong together”. Avoiding “us” versus “them” and changing the orientation from “me” to “we” is what I find especially appealing. I also find it appealing that caring for each other suggests a level of respect for each other and a tolerance for differences of opinion. So, what is a better community? Undoubtedly, it is many different things to different people, and not one solution that is best for all. I think about this a lot, and I’m concerned we may be missing out on some opportunities and falling behind. For example, we see communities with much smaller populations and a fraction of our tax base with more amenities and services. Wouldn’t it be great to have millions in grant funding to build a new community wellness and medical centre, like Sicamous? Would people in our community feel more safe and secure with a local police station, or local ambulance station, like Enderby or Chase? Could we be a healthier community with more flat and safe places for all to walk, recreational facilities, interesting things for teens to do, and seniors support programs? A recent survey reported our local roads are in very poor condition, and don’t receive the best in maintenance, repair and resurfacing. Local roads have been a concern for many years and we contribute substantial taxes for roads, yet we don’t see significant improvements occurring. A recent housing study showed we need substantially more affordable housing options for rent and purchase, including seniors and seasonal workers.

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The South Shuswap is one of the most populous communities in BC without a high school, full-time physicians, an ambulance station, a police station, a road rescue service, a public recreation complex, an arena, or sewers. We are significantly underserviced in terms of seniors assisted and independent living, affordable housing, medical labs, paramedical services, regional parks, active transportation networks and the commercial sector. Many of these are examples of government-provided services, some of them being provincial responsibilities, some come from the private sector, but all are readily available in many smaller communities with much smaller tax bases in BC. Fortunately, a splendid group of local, community-oriented and dedicated volunteers have come forward to deliver many services and amenities such as door-to-door transportation, fire suppression, emergency support services, First Responders, economic development, pickleball, golf, tennis, Music in the Bay, farmer’s markets, pre-school programs, swimming lessons, food bank, housing and meals for those in need, citizens on patrol, Canada Day celebrations, nursing practitioner services and much more. I think we owe these volunteers our sincere thanks and appreciation as they have selflessly contributed to our community and quality of life. Where would we be without them? So where do we go from here? Obviously, we can’t afford to address every single community need through any form of local government. Being able to qualify for more grant funds would enable us to recover more taxes collected through other levels of government and apply them locally for the benefit of our community. But there is no free ride, and the reality is that if we wish to significantly enhance our community, some level of investment is needed. We live in an incredibly scenic area. Many of us moved here because of this beautiful setting on a terrific lake in a rural neighbourhood settlement. Many of us moved here because of its affordability, and I think it’s important to acknowledge, maintain and respect that. People regularly approach me with ideas to improve our community. These conversations often result identifying a solution that costs money. And then what I hear is, “… isn’t it time we invested a bit, a bit we can agree to and afford, to (continued on pg 5)

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make this place even better? If a home or a business isn’t improved upon and invested in over time, doesn’t it start to deteriorate? “ In this regard, I would strongly encourage everyone to get involved in the community consultation process as part of our incorporation study through August, September and October. Get your information first hand from the CSRD website, (www.csrd.bc.ca/areas/sorrento-blindbay-incorporation-study) and upcoming public meetings and incorporation study materials. The materials are very detailed and clearly show taxation, how services are delivered and how decisions are made under the two options available to us. Differences in local government authorities and operations are also well-defined. The consultation process will provide the opportunity to communicate your priorities and interests. I think our consultants and Committee have done an outstanding job in presenting all the facts, in a neutral manner, and they should be receiving our sincere thanks and appreciation for all the work they’ve done over the past two years. It isn’t easy work, and Covid did make things more difficult and time-consuming. We do need to chart a better path going forward and the decision, as to whether we incorporate or whether we split into two electoral areas, is yours to make. The opinions expressed here are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the CSRD Board or staff, or the Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporation Study Committee.

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documents and bylaws, to put in place operating systems and key staff, and to provide a physical space for the council and administration. To help communities meet these cost demands, the provincial government provides a certain amount of financial assistance in the form of an offer. The offer is intended to help a community make the financial adjustments necessary but is not meant to make incorporation cost neutral. A community that wishes to incorporate needs to accept that, in exchange for greater control over local services and priorities, and for improved access to certain types of grants and

sources of revenue, the community would become responsible for some new service costs. In my view, the provincial offer made to the Sorrento-Blind Bay community is entirely fair and reasonable. As the Study’s projections indicate, the offer would be sufficient help a new municipality take responsibility for the area’s local road system, work through immediate transitional matters, and build financial reserves for future needs, priorities, and initiatives. Importantly, the offer is also on par with offers made to other communities that have studied incorporation.

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Brooke Downs Vennard at Your Service

Recognizing Local Business Supporters of South Shuswap Scoop By Barbra Fairclough In 1980 Peter Robertson and Gary Brooke put down roots for what would eventually become Brooke Downs Vennard LLP. Both Peter and Gary had strong community connections and offered a variety of services. Services offered were for real estate, conveyancing, mortgages, wills and estate and corporate and commercial matters. These first years set the philosophy for the partnership- a small town firm providing trusted service and giving back to the community. Brooke Downs Vennard LLP has grown over the years to be the largest legal firm in Salmon Arm where large in Salmon Arm means “big enough to respond to all our clients while remaining easy to reach.” Gary Brooke retired in 2012 and was well known for practical advice and personable charm. Clients were extremely loyal and dedicated to Gary and the firm. He was a major influence on the current success that the firm enjoys. Gary was one of the original directors and the first President of the Shuswap Community Foundation as well as a driving force for the locally owned Salmar Community Association. Jim Downs joined the office from Vancouver. He was corporate counsel for the Jim Pattison Group and got his start in the big city. However, like many who end up in Salmon Arm – Jim was attracted to the smaller centre, the beauty of the community and an opportunity for a balanced lifestyle. Jim brought strong skills in corporate and commercial law and has been primarily responsible for the significant number of the firm’s satisfied corporate clients. Jim also has given back by way of years of service to the Salmar Community Association and has been a member of the local Rotary Club. Kathryn Vennard is the newest partner, joining in 2014. Like several of her predecessors, she also has strong local roots, having been born and raised here. Her work ethic reflects her parents’ dedication to Salmon Arm as a communi-

ty that they cared very deeply for. Kathryn was a member of the Salmon Arm Rotary Club for 10 years, a director for the Shuswap Hospital Foundation and a current director of the Shuswap Community Foundation. She also finds time to lead her own charity event, She Shoe Swaps, raising money for two local charities. Kathryn says, “We live, work and play in a wonderful community – it doesn’t get better than this!” Other lawyers joined the firm and then chose different paths, departing for bigger centres or other opportunities, but the firm has stayed true to the philosophy established in the early years. Currently the members of the firm have chosen to live and work here in part because Salmon Arm allows the firm to be big enough to respond to the diverse needs of clients but small enough to remain in touch with community. With a history of trusted legal advice, community involvement, and client care, members of the firm have served and continue to serve on boards of community groups. The firm is pleased to support a number of non-profits. Brooke Downs Vennard LLP enjoyed many years at the Centennial building in Salmon Arm, the one with the “hobbit” door as some clients would describe it. However, a growing office and more staff meant making the tough decision to leave and relocate to the current space on at 481 Harbourfront Drive NE. Now clients like to talk about the penny floor as the most interesting feature in the new offices. You will find assistance in different areas of law. Residential and commercial real estate, as well as subdivision and developments. Buying or selling a business, Incorporations, contracts, and leases within corporate law. Wills and estates as well as family law including prenuptial or separation agreements as well as child custody. Helpful staff can guide your way. The website highlights lawyers’ experience and field of practice, as well as support staff. You will find contact information and a place to start to secure legal expertise. Give them a call and find out how they can be of service. www.bdvlaw.ca

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Wildfires of Note Around the Shuswap

Smoky conditions continue to impact and 73 alerts. By Jo Anne Malpass the ability of the BC Wildfire Service to The wildfire situation is continually The August 2 updates from the map and fight the fire from the air. evolving, and the information below from Columbia Shuswap Regional Earlier that day, the evacuation the Government of BC is current as of 7 District regarding fires of note in the alerts were EXPANDED. The alert pm on Monday, August 2, 2021. Shuswap area said: area includes the communities of FalkAt that time, there were no wildfires White Rock Lake Fire - near Falkland land and Cedar Hill (Sweetsbridge), up listed in the South Shuswap. There had Fire size is estimated at 32,312 hect- Chase-Falkland Road, north to Joyce been several spot fires across the area, ares. Lake, and the hills west of and above including around Tappen, Sunnybrae, Yankee Flats Road, north to Spa White Lake and Skimikin, but Creek. On the south side of the they were all extinguished before fire, several homes on the north spreading. end Westside road were ordered For the latest wildfire inforevacuated by Okanagan Indian mation, visit: www.bcwildfire.ca Band and the local regional disOn August 2, 250 wildfires tricts. Properties between Westswere burning in B.C. Since April hore Estates and Bear FSR were 1, 1,308 wildfires have burned put on alert. 555,904 hectares in the province. Crazy Creek Gorge FSR Fire Active fires by fire centre: – Anstey Arm Cariboo 43, Coastal 15, Kamloops This fire, estimated at 2,446 75, Northwest 6, Prince George hectares, is proving very chal51 and Southeast 60. lenging for crews due to steep Crews and equipment: terrain, dense trees and no natFirefighters and other personural fire break areas. Fire benel fighting the fires - 3,245 (tohaviour remains aggressive, tal, includes out-of-province and White Lake Rock Fire shared from BC Wildfire Facebook page thick smoke is limiting visibilaerial support). Out-of-province August 1, 2021 ity. The BC Wildfire Service firefighters - 301. Helicopters and Structure protection personnel are (BCWS) is planning to send fire experts planes supporting ground crews - 212. providing around the clock coverage. in by boat as they try to get a better asEvacuation order 65 and EvacuaThe section of the fire of most concern sessment of the fire and determine placetion alerts 99. Number of properties on ment of Structure Protection Units. order 4,620 and number of properties on to the Falkland area is the northeast of the fire perimeter. In that area, crews and Properties at Queest Village and Pete alert 21,042. heavy equipment are continuing to work Martin Bay remained on evacuation orThe Shuswap, along with the along a stretch of machine guard to conder. Thompson–Nicola, the Okanagan and Two Mile Fire – near Sicamous the District of Lillooet, are in the Central tain fire that comes down the ridge line. This fire, estimated at 1,200 hectares, Emergency Management BC region. The They are constructing a fuel-free, handbuilt fire guard to tie together pre-estabmajority of evacuation orders and alerts (continued on pg 8) lished control lines along this flank. were in our region, there were 58 orders

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remains a high priority for BCWS due to the proximity to Sicamous. Highway 97 is still closed. Falling debris remains a safety concern for the travelling public. Crews are making excellent progress on the northwest flank above the community with the objective to keep fire high on the slope away from the community below. Crews are securing flanks on the southeast from Hummingbird Creek along Hwy 97A to the northwest. Evacuation Orders were downgraded to Alerts on August 3 for all properties in the area. Hunakwa Lake Fire – near Seymour Arm The fire remains classified as out of control, at an estimated 2,700 hectares. It received 3-mm of moisture, and higher humidity has helped calm fire down. There are 27 firefighters and two helicopters assigned to the fire, although thick smoke continues to prevent aerial firefighting efforts. Within Seymour Arm, 38 properties have been identified and now have sprinklers on them. Some properties have been “FireSmarted” with the assistance of local fire crews and now have their

own sprinklers operating. This has freed up equipment to help protect other properties. The community of Seymour Arm remains on order for some properties and alert for others. Three Valley Lake Fire – near Three Valley Gap Chateau The fire is continuing to grow, estiShuswap Emergency Operations Centre: Tom Hansen, Emermated at 500 hectares. gency Program Coordinator, Ryan Nitchie, Team Leader, Community Services, Derek Sutherland, Emergency Operations Centre Director, BCWS plan to use an Initial Attack Crew on Jessica Plowman, Accounting Clerk, Sean Coubrough, Fire Services Coordinator, Tracy Hughes, Communications Coordinator the west side of the fire to help prevent Supports available: To help peoany advance towards the Trans-Canada ple and communities manage and reHighway. cover from the impacts of wildfires, the Humamilt Lake Province has assembled a list of the key An Evacuation Order was issued due resources people may need. Click on to an immediate danger to life and safe“recovery and supports” at: www.Emerty caused by the Momich Lake wildfire burning near Humamilt Lake, which was gencyInfoBC.ca If you have health concerns due to estimated at 6,500 hectares. The Evacusmoky air, extreme heat and the stress of ation Order is in effect for the west end being evacuated or on alert, dial 811 to of Humamilt Lake, northwest of Seycontact HealthLink BC. mour Arm.

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Chamber News

By Karen Brown Chamber Welcomes New Members The South Shuswap Chamber is proud to welcome to its membership: Romi Boon Photography, Los Lobos Artisans & Hope Britton Realtor Century 21. Market by the Bay Continues to Grow The Market by the Bay, held weekly on the waterfront in Blind Bay continues to grow. Currently the market has 78 vendors including the following food trucks or tent options on the field: Barista Gals, S’wichcraft Catering, The Lobster Pot, River of Life Community Church, Lakeside Concession & Mini-Donuts, House of Angels Cheesecakes and finally, Duck & Moose Sno Cones. The market takes place from 6:00 pm to 8:30 each week at Centennial Field and is free to attend. If you are interested in exhibiting on the field at this weekly market, please contact Karen Brown: manager@ southshuswapchamber.com Music in the Bay Returns – Bigger & Better! Due to the ease in restrictions announced at the end of June, Music in the Bay returned to Centennial Field on Thursdays. This annual series, hosted by the Arts Council for the South Shuswap, is a beautiful compliment to the market. The main stage headliners for August include: • August 5 Cod Gone Wild • August 12 Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ Wayne • August 19 Donnie McDougall • August 26 The Harpoonist & the Satellite • Sept. 2 Jon n Suzi Blues Band / The News

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One popular addition to the weekly music and market is the Beverage Garden sponsored by Tapped Events featuring local craft beer ales, ciders and wines. Come on down for a cool drink or two, enjoy the food options on the field and listen to some fabulous music all summer long. Reminder to Keep It Local The Chamber is reminding residents and their visitors to continue to support our local businesses, restaurants & pubs, marinas, activity providers and shops throughout the summer and fall. The hazy skies have had an impact on our usual visitor numbers so please remember to support local!

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Eagle Bay Fire Department By Nigel Collett We all missed it last year but it is back! Eagle It’s been a smoky summer so far and our hearts and minds Bay Fire Department’s Annual Open House is on go out to those affected by fires. It’s apparent how quickly sit- August 7 at the Firehall. Look to our social media uations can develop and its critical that we have a plan if we for details about timing and what activities will be happenneed to evacuate at a moment’s notice. I recently downloaded ing, bring the family to visit with and learn all about your fire the Alertable notification app and I also refer to the BC Wild- department and some of the resources available to help you fire app for the latest updates. stay safe. And if you’re curious about joining the fire departTo date, Eagle Bay Fire Department has had four callouts ment but have many questions, then this is a great opportunity in July mainly to investigate burn complaints. We have also to discover some more about what it all entails and have those been out in the fire truck on the weekends showing our pres- questions answered by actual firefighters rather than Google! ence. Now that the fire ban has been in place Stay safe everyone. With more summer for some time and combined with smoky skies, and heat to come, I urge you to please enjoy we are noticing most people have got the mesresponsibly. sage and are being vigilant. Remember if you Eagle Bay Fire Department welcomes do see anything that could be a fire, please dial anyone who would like more information – 911. please contact Alan Rendell 250-517-0429. The Fire Chief has recently shuffled the ofHe will be happy to answer any questions. ficer ranks at the Fire Department for a couPractice is on Tuesday evenings at 7pm for ple of reasons including natural turnover. John 2 hours, all equipment and training is proEdmonds is now the Deputy Fire Chief, Cathy vided. Maralia is the new Training Officer, and I have You can keep up to date on lots of fire stepped up to be a Captain alongside Peter related and fire department news on our ‘EaO’Brien. I am looking forward to the new chalgle Bay Fire Department’ Facebook page lenge and I’m encouraged to see new recruits, and on Instagram. You will also find links Mike Tolpa and Jeremy Wozniak recently join to more information about current burning us. That is not to say we have a full compliregulations and the CSRD’s FireSmart iniment and we’re always looking to recruit new tiatives. Nigel’s new captain’s hat members.

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How to Get Wildfire and Emergencies Information

By Paul Demenok CSRD Area C Director So far, 2021 has been a very bad year for wildfires, and we’re just entering August which is usually our peak season. The folks at the Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) have been extremely busy in providing support services and information to our residents. We owe the staff and volunteers at SEP a very big thank you as they have worked night and day to support and inform those on evacuation alerts and orders. They are terrific! A very common question I get is “… where do we get up-to-date information about wildfires and evacuations orders and alerts?” In a time of crisis, such as this, it is very important for residents to have reliable, timely and accurate information to help ensure the safety of our residents and visitors and their families. In this regard, the CSRD has introduced a new emergency notification program called Alertable. Using Alertable, you can receive fast and reliable emergency notifications through a variety of options including a mobile app, text, email, phone, website or smart speakers. Registration for the service is free, simple and anonymous, and a strict privacy policy is in place. You can register on the CSRD website and click on the Alertable community notifications button on the home page, or enter www.csrd.bc.ca/alertable. Downloading the mobile app is the best way to go because it will continue to provide alerts to you when you’re travelling. You can download the Alertable app from the App Store for free.

Another good source of information is the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Shuswap Emergency Mapping Dashboard, which is also available from the CSRD website. The dashboard provides a sortable evacuation status map, links to a variety of information sources including: CSRD Emergency Updates, CSRD Facebook, Emergency Info BC, Current Emergency Highway Advisories, BC Wildfire Service, Flood Warning and Advisories, Drive BC, Air quality and health advice.

The province of BC provides a website page with information on building a household emergency kit and a graband-go bag at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/ gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc/buildan-emergency-kit-and-grab-and-go-bag There is an abundance of information sources out there online. Please take every opportunity to inform yourself and be safe!

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More Government Action Needed to Address Devastating Wildfires By Greg Kyllo, MLA for Shuswap It’s been a difficult few weeks in the B.C. Interior, as heatwaves and wildfires have put additional strain on our communities — and it’s taking a toll on all of us. Each of us, our businesses and our families are still in the process of recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and its far-reaching impacts. The relief of transitioning to step three of B.C.’s reopening

plan has, for many, been overtaken by the fear and anxiety of what is lining up to be one of the worst wildfire seasons in recent history. Here in the Shuswap, we have already seen evacuation alerts and orders for many of our communities, and all of us have been impacted by smoke from the many fires in surrounding regions. My deepest sympathies go out to everyone in the Shuswap and around B.C. currently under evacuation orders. I encourage everyone to get prepared in case your community receives an evacuation alert or order, and to frequently check on loved ones and those most vulnerable like our seniors. You can visit https://www.csrd.bc.ca/ for the latest news of evacuation orders and alerts in the Shuswap and www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca for information on how best to prepare for wildfires and keep yourself and your family safe. This summer has felt like we transitioned from one state of emergency to another, and yet, that’s not how our government responded. When temperatures in B.C. broke national heat records, government was caught unprepared. Outside of a few tweets, John Horgan and his government did little to convey the very real dangers of the heat dome, which has caused a considerable loss of life. Reports reveal that the death toll in B.C. during the heat wave could be as high as four times that of our neighbours in Washington and Oregon, which has led the BC Liberal caucus to call for an independent investigation into the B.C. government’s handling of the heatwave crisis. It’s no secret this government has often received criticism for failing to properly respond to the issues facing rural B.C., and their delay in declaring the State of Emergency to the wildfire crisis is simply another example of this. For weeks, the Premier insisted that “a State of Emergency will make no difference,” but after disastrous fires swept through our communities, risking thousands of lives and livelihoods in towns across B.C., he finally listened to local officials, First Nations and rural British Columbians and called a State of Emergency. But why does calling a state of emergency matter? A State of Emergency helps heighten public awareness and provides greater mobility and distribution of resources for ground crews and (continued on pg 15)

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emergency responders. In short, it gives government more tools to deal with the ongoing crisis. And right now, it’s clear that government needs to use every tool in the toolbox to keep British Columbians safe.

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27 Year Old Foreign Student Drowns in White Lake

S/Sgt. Scott West Salmon Arm RCMP On July 28, 2021 the Salmon Arm RCMP, White Lake Fire Department and Shuswap Search and Rescue responded to the report of a missing swimmer in White Lake. The missing swimmer was determined to be a foreign student who was studying in Canada. He had attempted to swim to a floating dock or raft in White Lake and appeared to panic. The group the swimmer was with were non swimmers and they tried in vain to throw the male something that would help him float. It was at that point the swimmer went under the surface of the water and did not resurface. Shuswap Search and Rescue and Fire Services searched the area and did not locate the male victim. The RCMP “E” Division Underwater Recovery Team attended Early on July 29 and recovered the body of a 27-year-old male. At this time, the family and learning institution are aware of the incident and the tragic death of a son. The witnesses are being support by grief counselors at the learning institution they are attending and the family of the victim is being supported by their Consulate. The matter is now being handled by the BC Coroner Service.

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New Dock for Whitehead Road Boat Launch

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By Jo Anne Malpass vanced should ensure the new dock will not sustain damage The first of three needed dock replacements in Area C Parks from the existing substrate. was designed and procured so it could be replaced in time for In other business at the meeting... the summer, said a report to the Columbia Shuswap Regional Collection of bylaw fines - Area F Director Jay Simpson District Board at their July 15 meeting. asked the Board to prepare a resolution for Union of BC MunicThe Board authorized the reallocation of $30,000 within the ipalities (UBCM) asking the province to allow collection of byElectoral Area C Parks 2021 Five Year Financial Plan for the law fines through property taxes. purchase of a new dock at the Whitehead Road Boat Launch in The directors agreed more research, information and possiEagle Bay. ble solutions are needed, including a report from staff about the The Financial Plan includes replacement of three docks lo- magnitude of the problem. Staff are looking at a bylaw notice cated at Whitehead Road, Markwart Road and Harbour Road, adjudication process and will bring a report to the board in the commencing in 2023. The existing fiberglass docks are apfall. proaching their expected end of life and do not meet current deBastion Bay Logging – A letter from CSRD Chair Kevsign recommendations from the Department of Fisheries and in Flynn to the Ministry of Forest was shared with directors, reOceans. questing copies of technical reports for the Bastion Bay Area, Replacing the dock at Whiteafter the Ministry turned down a rehead Road was moved ahead bequest for a logging moratorium until cause an inspection in late fall of further research was done. Area C Di2020, showed it had sustained sigrector Paul Demenok said people in nificant damage due to high water this area remain very concerned, with events, wave action and the large good reason. He looks forward to seesharp rocks beneath the dock. Foling those reports and having further lowing the tender process, staff reinformation about proposed cutblock ceived three compliant bids and boundary changes. awarded the contract to the lowest Grant-in-Aid Area C - $1,950 bidder, Queensboro Marine EquipShuswap Lifeboat Society (life ring ment Ltd. station), $9,743 White Lake CommuThe design and installation nity Hall (deck repairs), $1,600 Eaof the new dock that has been adgle Bay Fire Department Association Whitehead Boat Launch in Eagle Bay. CSRD photo

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(30th Anniversary and fire awareness event) Contribution Agreement – Shuswap Lifeboat Society The CSRD will provide an annual operating contribution of $25,000 beginning August 1, 2021, and a further $25,750 for the capital requirements of the marine boathouse facility upon notification of successful project funding. The Contribution Agreement lays out the recipient’s responsibilities which include submitting annual budgets, financial statements, and an annual report. Shuswap Tourism Advisory Committee - a meeting of the seven elected representatives will be arranged to consider the notice of withdrawal received from the District of Sicamous, as well as to provide further guidance on the operational issues related to staffing and plan development. Covid Grant-in-aid for Non-Profits – Director Demenok asked for an update on the applications for the grant to non-profits. Jodi Pearce said the cut off date was June 30. Staff have been going through the applications and, in some cases, have sent out emails asking for more information. The applications are being divided into complete, needing more information and rejected for not meeting the policy. A staff report will be made to the Board in August for approval. Subdivision Servicing Bylaw No. 680 – to replace No. 641. A number of key changes have been made to the bylaw including: Clarification on sewage disposal, access driveways, building sites and potable water requirements; Addition of new exemption conditions. The Board read Bylaw 680 a first time and directed staff to initiate a comprehensive public consultation and referral processes to applicable agencies and First Nations. Local subdivision industry professionals will be invited to comment and there will be an on-line public comment form. Development Permit – Eagle Bay Mercantile – The board approved a development permit to place coverall buildings for use as a commercial boat and RV storage facility on the portion of the property zoned Large Holdings. The facility is sited at the rear of the property away from Eagle Bay Road. Development Variance Permit – The Board approved a DVP to 2411 Eagle Bay Road & 3304 Gray Road, Eagle Bay to reduce setbacks for floating docks and buoys. The neighbours submitted a joint application due to the projection of their property lines on to the foreshore and required setbacks giving very limited area to place their foreshore structures. South Shuswap Zoning Amendment Bylaw - 6288 Eagle Bay Road, Eagle Bay – The Board gave first reading to the bylaw, waived the holding of a public hearing and will utilize the simple consultation process and refer it to agencies and First Nations. The applicant is proposing to construct up to three buildings to be used for commercial storage of recreational vehicles (RV) and boats. The property is currently Tourist Commercial and commercial storage is not a permitted use in the C5 zone. Lakes Zoning Amendment Bylaw – 6432 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Road – The board gave second and third reading to the bylaw. The property owners are proposing to rezone the foreshore of the subject property to allow for 11 docks and 11 private mooring buoys (one dock and private mooring buoy for each of the 11 shareholders). The applicant will now be able to apply for a Foreshore and Water Development Permit to recognize the existing and proposed docks and buoys. Once the Development Permit has been issued, the bylaw amendment can be brought back to the CSRD Board for adoption.

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30,000 Meals Later…

Part 3: “For a time I rest in the grace of the world, and am free” (Wendell Berry) By Jerre Paquette open to ideas from others about how he could deliver, not just When approached in Ontario by his friend Jack Layton offer, help. (NDP Leader) to co-author his book on homelessness (“HomeOne of those ‘others’ was Karrie Tennent, the Sorrenlessness: How To End the National Crisis” 2nd Edition Revised, to Centre’s Head of Food Services and cook extra-ordinaire! 2008), Michael Shapcott established his passion for supporting When the Covid pandemic hit, Michael learned that the local homeless people in Canada. food charities were shut down because they couldn’t meet the And after miraculously awakening at the precise moment enhanced public health rules for food distribution. That meant doctors and Michael’s family had agreed to “release” him after so very many homeless and disabled people would lose their two weeks on life-sustaining medical equipment (see Part 2), he sources of essential food. Michael simply and quickly set in acwas determined to turn his passion into action. tion his “default position in times of need”: he offered help. As Deacon of the Sorrento Centre, he has done precisely He was quick to offer the Centre’s commercial kitchen and that—and more. In his own words, the anfreezer supply of food for Centre guests. swer to the question of why his life was Karrie agreed with him. Neither of them so dramatically spared “…is not so that I thought it was a very big deal: the freezer could live to play the accordion (badly) in was full and they had no guests to feed and concert halls, but so that I could experithe pandemic was sure to last just a couple ence life, engage others, and be of some of weeks—his offer wouldn’t amount to practical assistance to people.” more than a few dozen meals. As you may recall from Part 1 of But soon it was clear the pandemic SCOOP’s article summarizing Michael’s wouldn’t last for just a couple of weeks. time among us, he learned, with some With a grievous future facing the people assistance from his pet dog companion he wanted to help, Michael immediately Phoebe, that having special moments and sat down with Karrie and asked her for her celebrating them is essential to living a opinion about how they could continue to good life. He was determined to help oth- Michael Shapcott & Karrie Tennent - Ready to help. She jumped into action insisting they ers experience those moments and to help Serve Sunday dinner. Photo by Jerre Paquette could help: “…we aren’t going to ‘do’ frothem celebrate when they did. And he was

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zen stuff, though; we’re going to serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, meet all the health requirements, package the meals individually, and we’re going to have roast beef and veggies on Sundays.” And that’s what happened: Thirteen months later, those few dozen meals turned into over 30,000 piping hot, nutritious, and scrumplucious meals, like the roasted pork sparerib Sunday dinner pictured here. Karrie and Michael knew that people in need needed more than just food, especially on a Sunday. They needed a Sunday meal that would be a MOMENT in time, one of those moments Michael has come to treasure, a meal that make their ‘guests’ feel, in Michael’s words “that was a good chunk of meat; my life might be terrible in so many ways, but I just had a nice little meal and it made me happy right there and right then.” Michael doesn’t live in a fantasy world—he knows those people continue to be in terrible need of so much. But the quality of the moment he and Karrie and his staff were able to provide some 30,000 person-times has to make a difference. And, although he didn’t say this, I bet Michael asked Phoebe what she thought; and I bet, too, her tail was wagging. You agree? Our community is a better place than it would have been during this terrible pandemic because Michael Shapcott, Karrie Tennent, and the entire staff of the Sorrento Centre made sure everyone was fed and shared some very special moments. Visit the Sorrento Centre online at https://www.sorrentocentre.ca/ or in person at 1159 Passchendaele Road in Sorrento.

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We Need to Get National Recovery Right By Mel Arnold, M.P. North Okanagan-Shuswap The summer season has brought much relief as we emerge from the pandemic’s shadow, but it has also been accompanied by wildfires that deliver other challenges and concerns for the North Okanagan-Shuswap and beyond. Much like the frontline service and health workers who we continue to depend on, I am grateful for the women and men out on the fire lines, fighting on our behalf. We can take some solace in the fact that this wildfire season and the associated impacts, dangers and concerns will pass. I wish I could say the same for the pandemic, but I cannot. As British Columbians and Canadians, we have previously experienced wildfire seasons and know how to mitigate, manage and recover from them, but recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic is a much different and new matter. That said, we must, as a nation and individuals, resolve to work with what we have and do our best to drive our national recovery forward. The pandemic has inflicted great losses and damages- some of them permanent. Over 26,550 lives have been lost to the virus in Canada and this is a reality that we must be mindful of. As we turn our eyes and efforts to recovery and rebuilding, we cannot forget those who lost their lives and those who lost loved ones to the pandemic. There is much uncertainty around the Trudeau government’s plan for national recovery and whether such a plan exists. However, there are some elements of recovery that I believe are certain. A timely and strong recovery is necessary and possible but will not fully occur if lessons are not extracted from the Trudeau government’s troubled responses to the pandemic. If we do not learn from what was wrong with our national pandemic response, our pandemic recovery will be deficient. A federal government strategy for robust recovery must be focused on our greatest national resource- the Canadian people. Canadians need opportunities today more than ever and I am heartened to see businesses reopening and workers returning to jobs. This determination and resilience are essential for more businesses to emerge, for more workers to return, for our economy to be revitalized and for livelihoods to be secured. A national strategy must also be focused on providing security and stability for Canadians. The federal government should be vigilant and competent enough to provide Canadians the peace of mind that their livelihoods and futures are secured. As a nation, we face increasing threats like cyberattacks and hostile foreign influence linked to foreign governments who most certainly are not concerned with the best interests of Canadians. Currents of change are swirling around the globe and if Canada is to flourish, we must be aware, vigilant, and secured. As Canadians continue to put their shoulders to the wheels of national recovery, my Conservative colleagues and I continue to work for policies and decisions that will steer us towards a timely and strong recovery built upon opportunities and security for all Canadians.

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Renewal At Eagle Bay By Cathy Wolf With changes to provincial guidelines and restrictions, Directors at the Community Association are moving forward with plans for reopening the hall. Unfortunately, Eagle Bay Days will not be held again this year. The timeline to restart that event is too short and there is also the issue of working with the CSRD (Columbia Shuswap Regional District) to begin preparations for Eagle Bay Park. While all plans and tenders are ready to go forward for the development of the park, the CSRD is waiting on the B.C. government to award grants for community projects. We had anticipated that we would have clarity this spring as to provincial funding for the park, but it has now been delayed until late summer. It is frustrating to continue to wait, after a previous delay of over a year, for park approval. The wheels turn slowly and our much needed and anticipated outdoor area is waiting. We are assured by the CSRD that whether provincial funding comes through or not, the park will go ahead this fall and so we hold on to that promise and will do all we can to move the park toward completion as soon as possible. Hall events are taking shape for the fall. Margaret McCormick has taken on the task of Hall Director and will be looking to see how we can best serve the community. She is certainly open to suggestions and ideas. Contact Margaret at mmccormick50@ gmail.com for more information. The Garden Group is putting together a fall agenda, quilters are looking at set-

ting up once again, fitness will be starting soon and there is hope that the children’s group will reconvene. Discussion regarding kitchen upgrades is also underway with a project group exploring possibilities. We are looking for your input on this issue and would welcome your thoughts on a three questions survey we have posted on our website at https:// www.eaglebayhall.ca/EBCA-Upgrades. pdf Directors will also be discussing the Harvest Supper and what will be possible for this year. Stay tuned. Information will be forthcoming. The Board did hold elections at their July meeting for the Board executive. Elected are Cathy Wolf - president, Al Shirley - vice president, Tom Dalton - secretary, Paul Wolf - treasurer and Al Houston - past president. Directors at large include Alan Rendell, Jane Dale, Inez Jorgensen, Tim Mascarenhas, Margaret McCormick and Wanda Parker. Constitutional changes approved at the AGM in June were also approved by BC Societies and can be found on the Eagle Bay website https:// eaglebayhall.ca/directors.html Application for charitable status has also been approved by Canada Revenue. This will allow tax receipts to be issued for donations to the Association. Additionally, directors will be working the Shuswap Foundation to access grants and work toward agency status to receive further financial support. It is a time of renewal, building on past traditions and events and looking toward a future that continues to serve

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Ford Road to Tappen Valley Road Four-laning Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure People who live in the Shuswap region will benefit from future improvements to the Trans-Canada Highway, stretching from Ford Road to Tappen Valley Road, as provincial government funding has been approved. Work on the approximately 4.3-kilometre section of highway will include expanding the two-lane highway to four lanes, replacing the aging Tappen overhead and constructing frontage roads. This project is part of the Highway 1 Four-Laning Program, which is increasing safety, reliability and efficiency for people travelling on the Trans-Canada Highway, including commercial truck drivers. The provincial government will contribute $161 million, with the project expected to go to tender in early 2022. The Government of Canada had previously announced its $82.1-million contribution toward the $243.1 million project. The project is located through Little Shuswap Lake Band IR#5. The project will improve the safety of access on and off the Trans-Canada Highway and will improve connections within the Little Shuswap Lake community. “Our community has been working with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure for over five years to improve safety and infrastructure for our membership,” said Kukpi7 Arnouse, Little Shuswap Lake Band. “We are pleased to see the project moving forward.” A new eastbound commercial carrier pullout will be built,

which will benefit commercial drivers who travel along this route. Also, wider shoulders and the frontage road system will support cyclists, pedestrians and people using other modes of active transportation. Upgrading the highway to a modern, 100 km/h, four-lane standard will allow traffic to move more safely and efficiently. Communities will be better connected, and businesses will be better able to move their products throughout the province and through B.C.’s ports. The Province has committed $837 million to upgrading Highway 1 between Kamloops and the Alberta border over the next three years under Budget 2021. This project is being delivered through the Community Benefits Agreement (CBA). The CBA prioritizes hiring and rehiring local workers, Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities and members of other under-represented groups who are qualified to do the work. The CBA also promotes a safe, respectful environment. It increases opportunities for apprentices to work on site and gain the experience they need to move toward completing their certification. British Columbia Infrastructure Benefits is responsible for implementing the CBA for the project and will be the employer for the skilled trades workforce on the project. During construction, every effort will be made to minimize disruption to local traffic. Real-time updates will be provided via: www.DriveBC.ca

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South Shuswap Health Services By Sandra Reutlinger have to move away from Welcome August and helthis area they love due to lo to all of our visitors, sumlack of health services, mer residents and full time transportation and housresidents. One thing that is ing options. important to us all is our health and well Since we are volunteer led and being. not funded through Interior Health, Copper Island Health and Wellness we would welcome anyone who is inCentre is located at the Blind Bay Marterested in working with us to give us ketplace Mall offering twice weekly lab a call. We are very grateful for and services run by Lifelabs, foot care and a value the support we receive from our monthly oral hygiene clinic run by the community! Smile Mission Huge Oral Health shout out Outreach Soto 2 of our ciety. amazing BLINDS Did you community SHADES know though, groups and we are also their contriSHUTTERS a seniors rebutions: source centre? ~The New Roller / Solar Shades Fabrics We provide inLion’s Club have arrived! Call TODAY to view! formation on of Sorrento Cheryl: 1.250.319.0496 and referrals to has served local resources, the South health support, Shuswap elder abuse in so many considerations incredible Left to right: Jenni Butler, Sue McCrae, Pamela Smith, ways and and counselAlong with general operations, we Jennifer Workhoven. Picture contributed ling along we want to are planning fall and winter sessions on with referrals say a big nutrition, ageing well and computer supto the Better at Home Program and vetthank you to them for the generous dona- port. Stay tuned for the dates and times. ted contractors who can do housekeeption of $1000. You can check out our Faceing, yard work, home care, light mainte~The Blind Bay Bunch put on a book page under Copper Island Health nance etc. Wine Vault fundraiser which was fun for and Wellness and Instagram under @ Did you also know, we are labourthe participants and brought in a donashuswap_health_services. Website with ing behind the scenes to advocate for tion of $5,600. calendar: www.sshss.ca sustainable health care and medical services within our local communities, to promote access to healthy living Dedicated to Quality & Excellence choices, age friendly opportunities and healthy built communities?! We are actively continuing our search to secure a full range of primary medical services including a full-time family physician. Were you aware that our society is working hard to secure the infrastructure needed to meet the determinants of health for safe, healthy, thriving communities here in the South Shuswap? The population of the South Shuswap is approximately 8-10,000 permanent residents and the increase in the summer months of temporary residents is usually well over 2,000 and then add in the COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL visitors and tourists. There are many inequities for the population of the South Shuswap that can be attributed to the inability of Area C to have a voice that is equal to the population. In addition to this, many of our seniors ‘age out’ and

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Shuswap Dojo Marks Ten Years in Blind Bay By Barbra Fairclough Jean-Luc Desgroseilliers Sensei and Vic Hargitt Shihan first met at the Cedar Heights Community Centre in September 2010 and decided to establish the Shuswap Karate Dojo in Blind Bay. They have a combined total of over 75 years of martial arts experience. With a little leg work, karate classes started with 11 students in January 2011. With humble beginnings in 2011, they started to build their program through demonstrations at schools to show the techniques and to build interest. Jean-Luc says word of mouth has brought many new students to the Dojo over the years. Classes run from September to June with a pause in the summer. Jean-Luc, who is the Chief Instructor of the Dojo, shares some information about karate. “Karate was born in the Okinawan Islands in the late 17th century and was a blend of Chinese Kung Fu and the native Okinawan martial art of Te (hand). Various styles of karate have evolved over the years. The Shuswap Dojo teaches the Okinawan Goju Ryu Shorei-Kan style of karate, meaning a hard/soft style taught in the school of politeness and respect. It is an effective style of self-defence that is practiced by persons of all ages in a safe and friendly environment. It promotes both mental and physical well-being. Shorei-Kan Karate was brought to Canada in 1972 and is currently headed in Canada by Vic Hargitt Shihan,

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8th degree Black Belt. The Shuswap Dojo is the Honbu Dojo (headquarters) for Shorei-Kan Canada.” When students come to practice, a set of guidelines for the Dojo and everyday lives are used. One of six guidelines is highlighted on a large board near the entrance. Jean-Luc says, “At each class we focus on one of these guidelines and ask students to consider, ‘What does it mean to you; can you apply this in your daily life?’” Katas are a series of predetermined movements which are performed against an imaginary opponent. As students advance in belt, the sequence of ‘katas’ become more complex movements along with student discipline, self-control and focus help to make a complete form.” After practicing for many months, students get a chance to perform katas in a demonstration to parents at the end of the year, with over 100 people in attendance. Jean-Luc says by performing in front of the public, confidence building and mental training assists with their overall personal development. As well, parents are welcomed and encouraged to sit-in during classes. The range of student ages is vast with up to 50 students attending from age 6 to 81. There are three age groups of 6-7 years, 8-12 years and 13 and older. Each of these three age

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groups meets on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. Jean-Luc confirms that instruction time for all the volunteer Black Belts is about 1500 hours per year. This volunteer instructor time helps keep prices low and makes classes more accessible. There are four belt colours: white, green, brown, and black. For each of the first three belts, there are also three stripes. At 3 stripes brown belt you become eligible to be tested for Black Belt. Five to six years is roughly what it would take to work from white to Black Belt. After a temporary closure due to COVID, registration is opening for the fall session on Tuesday and Thursday September 7 and 9 from 6-8pm at the Dojo. Classes start on Tuesday 14 September. The Dojo is located at the Cedar Heights Community Center at 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay. For information email shorei.kan.canada.shuswap.dojo@gmail.com or call 250 833 2911 or 250 517 9917. You can also visit their website https:// shorei-kancanada.ca/shuswap-hombu-dojo/ “Karate is not only a technique, but it also teaches proper manners, harmony, peace, patience and self-respect.” Master Seikichi Toguchi- The Essence of Karate

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Sorrento Centre – Viewing the Beautiful Shuswap By Michael Shapcott At the Sorrento Centre, our guests enjoy long afternoons on our waterfront – looking out on the incredible beauty of the Shuswap. Even the smoke from wildfires that has been lingering in mid-summer does not take away from the engaging vista. Imagine my delight when, in late July, I took a boat tour of our lake – starting from Blind Bay and travelling around Copper Island before heading east along the north shore, stopping for lunch at a

delightful beach, then across the lake to Sorrento for a leisurely return along the south shore of the Shuswap. In my three years in the Shuswap, I’ve walked, biked and drove many of the roads and trails of our region – poking into interesting corners and identifying favourite sites where I return time and again. Like Peek-A-Boo lookout on Mount Baldy – a stunning view across the Shuswap to the north and east. My first boat excursion on the lake

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was amazing – familiar sights from a different vantage point. It is quite magical to see Copper Island up close – rocks and trees rising steeply out of the lake. Many other highlights and wonderful moments. The lake and much of the shore was less busy than I imagined – no doubt the wildfires and smoke, and the lingering impact of the pandemic, are keeping people away. At the Sorrento Centre, we are continuing our safe and gradual re-opening which we launched when BC entered into phase 3 of ReStart BC on July 1. We are welcoming guests for our programs that engage heart, mind and spirit. We are welcoming people for private stays who want rest and relaxation in the Shuswap. In August, we will welcome back – for the first time since 2019 – the NimbleFingers Bluegrass and Old-Time Music group. This year, there will be two weeks from musical instruction and playing starting Aug. 15, but the traditional Saturday music festival open to the wider public will not be held due to public health considerations. More information and registration available from our website at www.sorrentocentre.ca or by calling 250-675-2421. We’re already planning our fall and winter programming – so check out the details on our website. There are many ways to view the beautiful Shuswap: from the shoreline, from the water and from our beautiful campus in Sorrento. Michael Shapcott is Executive Director of the Sorrento Centre

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The Nurse Practitioner is In Sorrento Health Centre

By Celia Dyer Having someone to take care of our medical needs is a part of our Canadian DNA; it’s a distinguishing characteristic of our culture. That role has evolved considerably since the early days of public medicine and now our “care” can be thoroughly and competently delivered in a variety of ways. Many local residents have chosen a Nurse Practitioner to be their primary care provider. Theresa Walters (currently on maternity leave) and Lyndsay Lazzarotto (replacing Theresa for a year) work as Nurse Practitioners out of the Sorrento Health Centre and provide comprehensive and ongoing medical care to nearly 1,000 patients in the Shuswap. So what is a Nurse Practitioner and why might you choose one to be your care provider? Nurse Practitioners complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and become licensed Registered Nurses before completing a Master of Nursing in a Nurse Practitioner program. They assess, diagnose and treat health issues. They refer to specialists. They prescribe medication. They work in medical clinics, community health centres, hospitals and nursing homes. They provide care independently, they do not require physician supervision and they can function as the “most responsible provider”, a term used to define the person who has overall responsibility for the medical care of a patient. The heart of an NP’s practice is patient-centred. There is an emphasis on the health and wellbeing of the whole person and developing strategies that not only address illness but also focus on health maintenance and disease prevention.

The approach to patient care by NP’s has been described thus: “Nurse practitioners, at their core, are healers. The vast majority begin their careers as RN’s and focus their care on wellness of the whole body and mind.” Research has demonstrated that Nurse Practitioners deliver high quality, safe and cost-effective health care. Studies about these benefits and patients’ experiences tell us that NPs: • Involve patients in decisions about their care • Improve access to primary health care • Reduce pressures on the health-care system • Are valued and trusted by patients • Provide high-quality management of chronic illness (e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure) Eldene Lindberg says of her experience as a patient at the Sorrento Health Centre: “I never feel rushed. I feel like I’m taking an active part in the decision making about my health.” Dave Moore, another patient at the clinic, is very appreciative of having such good care available in a small community. “They’ve always been very accommodating and personable. They take the time to get to know you.” Nurse Practitioners in BC are salaried employees and as such, are not burdened with the overhead costs of running an office. It has been established that overall, Nurse Practitioners are a very cost-effective way to deliver health care. As Canadians, we have a lot to be thankful for when it comes to public health. As residents of the Shuswap, we’re equally fortunate to have access to a new and exciting approach to healthcare.

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Sunnybrae Seniors Say Hello and Thank you

August 2021

By Alice Hidber We have had a great Board that has been working very Boy, have we gotten a lot done at the Seniors Hall and hard over the past 17 months. Most is done and now as we prethere is more to come! This summer we acquired a grant from pare to replace the old Board with new volunteers, I am askShuswap Community Foundation to paint the Hall and put in ing each one of you to step up and join the Board for 2022. We new feature gardens complete with irrigation system! The Hall want the Hall to thrive and continue on with all the good work looks beautiful! we do for the community. We want you to keep coming back We are so grateful to Shuswap Community Foundation for and keep the momentum going. a $7,200 Grant; Cedar Heights for distribWe need a President, Treasurer, uting the money and paying the bills; AmVice President and Directors at Large. ity North Okanagan Contracting for paintI, myself, have served for 3 years and ing and Seth Dixon for helping to get so it is time for me to step down though I many businesses to donate their time and plan to remain an active volunteer and resources; Simply Gutters for the contindo what I can to help our Hall and its uous gutters; Shuswoggy Tree and Yard members get things done and have fun Services for removing hazardous trees while we do it. around the yard; Zapone Aggregate Pro2020-2021 has not been a lot of fun cessors for top soil; Lavern Turner for with COVID, but all of that is changroad crush; Howie Taylor for grading and ing and our programs begin again in excavating and all of our Volunteers: WenSeptember with a Potluck supper and dy and Allan Badley, Maddie and Dave in October or November, a Computer Welch, Mike and Alice Dohy, Aaron ParkLiteracy Program which will be open er, Vivienne Richards, Wilma Ayre, Terto everyone of all ages, but especially ry Goodrick, Sylvia Wright, James Clark, our Seniors. Thanks to Dave Welch who Maureen and Edwin Bauer, Brenda Wilhas built a wall in front of the furnace son, Jane West, Maureen Howard, Bea to eliminate all the fan noise. What a The Seniors Hall got new paint and beautiful feature gardens. Cave, Jenae Marshall, Bailey Gremlin, difference it has made! We can have the Kara from our First Responders, 13 people blower going and still hear each other! from the Millar College of the Bible, Paul Demenok and Syd- Learning will be much easier if we can hear the instructor. ney Morton for doing a lovely job on our television interview. With our big new screen TV, we will be able to watch inWe have now been given a grant from the CSRD to upstructional feeds and see guests from around the world during grade the long overdue electrical at the Hall! No more mapspecial occasions like a wedding or anniversary. And if you ping out where to plug in all the warmers for Pancake Break- don’t have your own electronic devices, the Hall is purchasing fasts! We want to thank the CSRD for helping us make our them for our literacy program and a lending library is being Hall safe as we upgrade the electrical from 100 to 200 AMP set up. We need volunteers to engrave these devices and set up service. Thanks to Wendy Badley and Barb Loewen for subthe library. You can come to the Hall and use these devices and mitting the application. our internet services anytime. So, you see, the Hall hasn’t been idle. We haven’t forgotten any of you and look forward to receiving your nominations at our January AGM and Elections as well as getting back to having some meals and laughs together around our new Air Hockey table. Please let us know if you would like to be on the board as soon as possible so we can prepare better for elections in January.

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Trail Alliance Board Update Shuswap Trail Alliance

It’s been a couple of months since our AGM now, and in case you didn’t get a chance to attend, we thought we’d give you an update about our board. The STA board is a governance board, which means that their most basic duty is to ensure that the organization is fulfilling its fullest potential and is fiscally responsible. To us they are a whole lot more and assist with creating policy, provide guidance and wisdom, and put in countless hours ensuring that the STA continues to build, maintain, and promote trails in the Shuswap. The 2021 executive is comprised of the following members: Carmen Massey – Chair, Scott McKee – Vice Chair, Luke Gubbles – Treasurer, Nicole Jeans Williams – Secretary, and Rob Marshall – Past Chair. The board also includes 6 additional directors: Aaron Arnouse, Robyn Cyr, Cindy Derkaz, Debbie Seymour, Chris Stromgren, and Steven Tiainen. If you see a board member on a trail, make sure you say hello and thank them for their leadership. Bicycle Film Festival Vancouver The virtual 20th anniversary tour of Bicycle Film Festival (BFF) comes to Vancouver this year, and due to its virtual nature, is expanding to the entire province of B.C., July 30 – August 15. Bicycle Film Festival has been celebrating bicycles through art, film and music for the last 20 years with over 90 cities worldwide and a viewer audience of 1 million and growing. The festival has an incredible history of working with the most important

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First Responders - Kinds of Burns By Sandra Reutlinger There are different kinds of burns. Thermal burns happen after being exposed to a heat source like fire, steam, boiling water, the curling iron etc. A first-degree burn involves only the top layer of skin and although painful, generally these kinds of burns heal within a week and without permanent scarring. A second-degree burn is often called a partial thickness burn and this type of burn involves the next thick layer of our skin that contains blood capillaries, nerve endings, sweat glands, hair follicles, and other structures. The skin will blister or have open, weeping wounds. Full-thickness or third-degree burns destroy both epidermis, dermis and any or all of the structures underneath such as fat, muscles, nerves. These burns will look brown or charred and tissue below may appear white. Here’s hoping you can avoid burns all together, but in the event it does happen, let’s talk treatment. After determining the safety of all involved, the first step is to cool the entire area im-

mediately as burns can continue to worsen over time and more tissue damage will happen until the area has been thoroughly cooled. Remove clothing if necessary (but not if it is stuck to the burn) and then use cool water to fully immerse the area. If unable to immerse the area, use water to continuously flush the area. Ensure the water continues to remain cool. If need be, you can apply soaked cloth compresses to the areas that cannot be immersed and then continue to add cold water regularly to keep the compressed cool. This process generally takes about 10 minutes and then if pain continues after that, additional cooling may help to relieve it. Burns should be loosely covered with non-stick, sterile dressings to protect them. Ointments and oils (including butter) tend to seal in heat rather than relieve pain and increase the risk of infection. Popping blisters increases the infection risk too, so leave them intact. If 2nd or 3rd degree burns cover more than 10% of the body, cool small areas at a time to reduce the risk of cold stress or hypothermia and do not use ice or ice water. Never hesitate to call 911 for help. Call the ambulance for third degree burns or second degree burns that cover more than 10% of the body, if the patient is a child, if there are significant burn on the head, neck, hand, feet or genitals and any burns resulting from chemicals, electricity or explosions. Your South Shuswap First Responders are trained to respond to medical emergencies and help patients until transport with the ambulance. South Shuswap First Responders welcome those who think they would be well suited to train as volunteers to calmly respond to medical emergencies. For training dates and more information, call: 250833-5060

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National Lakes Decibel Coalition Focus on November Meeting By Barbra Fairclough The Shuswap and Mara Lakes Decibel Coalition (SMLDC) Society attended the Transport Canada Canadian Marine Advisory Council virtual public meeting Wednesday April 14th. One of the issues discussed at the meeting was regulation of illegal exhaust systems for pleasure craft. Gary Milne shares that pleasure craft leave the manufacturer compliant at 75 dB or lower but the altering of the exhaust systems can change decibels to 85db or higher. He suggests that speed and sound come hand in hand. Ten volunteers throughout the Shuswap and Mara Lake are equipped with compliant BAFX3370 dB meters to record decibel readings of pleasure craft on the water. These recordings along with video will become part of a presentation to Transport Canada at the Canadian Marine Advisory Council at their planned public virtual November meeting. The presentation will be from a national coalition of cottage owners, community associations and boating groups organized by Safe Quiet

Lakes. Safe Quiet Lakes was formed in 2011 by representatives of lake associations in Central Ontario and works collaboratively with lake community stakeholders to promote safe and quieter lakes. This presentation in November will assist in conveying local interests from across the country to promote change in existing legislation in the Small Vessel Regulations SOR/2010-91. The SMLDC posted a petition on Change.org called “Regulate Noisy Boats on Shuswap and Mara Lake.” With a goal of 2500 signatures Gary Milne says they are pleased with the response so far of 1500. The goal is to bring peace and tranquility to people who love the Shuswap and Mara Lakes. The decibel coalition expects a three year trajectory to achieve results to their goals. For information contact Alan Drinkwater, alandrinkwater50@gmail.com or Gary Milne, garyjamesmilne1@ gmail.com For petition information visit change.org.

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4-year-old gets a hole in one at Cedar Heights Golf Course

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By Karver Smith The Cedar Heights Community Association (CHCA) sees golfers of all ages and skill levels playing on their course any given day. But a few weeks ago, they saw a young prodigy golfer get a once in a lifetime shot. A holein-one. Emmett Quintal and his dad Michael Quintal are golfing regulars at the CHCA par three golf course open to all ages. This golf course is great both for first time golfers who want to learn and for professional golfers who want to hone their skills on our 30-80 yard per hole course. Once 4-year-old Emmett warmed up on the first hole, he

was ready to chase every golfer’s dream-Getting a hole-inone. After taking his first shot on the second hole, he was over the moon once he realized the ball had sunk in the hole. When asked how he got the hole in one, Emmett said that he had to aim the ball really well in order to get a hole in one. Emmett also mentioned that the golf course is his favourite one and he comes as often as he can because he enjoys it so much. His father, who has been golfing on the course for years, is very happy with the improvements that have been made to the course to ensure it is fun for both him and Emmett. Emmett’s father Michael

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was extremely proud after watching his son finish the hole in a single hit of the ball. The volunteers helping at the center that day were also delighted to see Emmett achieve a holein-one. Dean Wallace, a volunteer who has been working on the golf course for 4 years, said that he had never heard of a golfer getting a hole in one on the course before. He was happy that the course was in good condition so that Emmett would have ideal conditions for his amazing shot. The CHCA is very proud of Emmett for his hole-in-one. They encourage others to try to get their own hole in one just as Emmett did. Or come and just have fun on the course. Children like Emmett who are younger than 12 can play free if a paying adult accompanies them. The fees for adults are $10 per golfer and $5 for youth for 9 or 18 holes.

The CHCA is very happy to have young and skilled golfers like Emmett playing and making memories on the course with their parents. Whether you are a sports star like Emmett, or just want to take a swing at golf for the first time, Cedar Heights welcomes you to their course. If you are lucky, Emmett might even give you a few tips on finishing the hole in just one shot! Karver Smith has been a summer student employee at Cedar Heights for the past three years, starting as a greeter at the outdoor kiosk to this summer being lead groundskeeper on the golf course. Along with being a great ambassador for Cedar Heights when working on the course, he has taken on additional assignments in marketing and public relations. He is enrolled in first-year Business at UBC Okanagan in the fall.

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Carlin Hall By Jane Stephenson The pandemic, heat, and smoke from provincial wildfires will certainly be remembered as a huge part of Summer, 2021. These all continue to remind us to be vigilant each day. The recently announced protocols at the beginning of July have the Board of Directors optimistic for late summer and fall happenings. The weekly jams, a concert series, as well as other events, are sure to gently ease everyone back into a routine. Private rentals will also be returning as per these guidelines. The Arts Council for the South Shuswap, which offers F.A.C.E.S programming out of the lower level of Carlin Hall, is also re-opening. Please check their website:

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Business Scoop New Realities Require New Thinking By Rob Marshall We seem to be coming out the other side of the pandemic here in Canada, but the progress we are making is fragile. There are so many risk factors at play, including new variants popping up almost weekly, that can derail our fight to get back to normal, whatever that might look like in a post-COVID world. One thing is certain, the world of business is changing along with the culture that drives it. Navigating change is an entrepreneurial skill you will need to hone in the coming months and years. Economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic is only one change that businesspeople have to manage. Behind the scenes technological and culture changes, some accelerated by the COVID-19 outbreak, pose their own challenges. In this article we are going to look at four foundational strategies that you as a small business owner might need to adopt to enable you to keep your feet firmly on the ground over the coming months and years. First, don’t get stressed out over what you don’t know. In business, we usually expect there to be a right or wrong answer, the correct action to take and the wrong action. A lot of what we do is black and white and based on our past knowledge of business and how the world of business worked. Yes, worked, because today, all bets are off. Be okay with not knowing. Instead, set out to learn what, given the state of the economy, the world, and your specific situation at this particular moment in time, is the right course of action for your business. Do not base it on yesterday’s thinking, start your decision-making from scratch based on what you know today not a past

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Manage your fruit trees WildsafeBC Release WildSafeBC asks the residents of the Columbia Shuswap to take a proactive approach in deterring bears this season. Although there is a lot of talk about bears and garbage, it is important for people to realize how much of an issue fruit trees can be if they are not cared for with wildlife in mind. Once a bear gets a reward from a fruit tree, they will return to the tree again and again. Although fruit might seem like a natural food source for these bears, fruit in our backyards leads to habituation of wildlife - something that is dangerous and cannot be undone. Simple solutions to this problem include picking fruit and allowing it ripen indoors or to pick fruit daily as it ripens. Cleaning up windfall is also very important, as is pruning trees to control growth (making them easier to harvest.) Connect with community gleaning groups to donate excess fruit or to have your fruit gleaned (picked) for you. If you do not want your trees to produce fruit, prune the tree vigorously or spray spring blossoms with a garden hose to knock the blossoms off the tree. Even consider re-

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By Anna-Marie Eckhart. walking sticks, a goods basket, outdoor Hello from the Natter, well wasn’t that a party! The Notch lantern, pop up tent, travel cooler bag, Hill School House’s 100th Community Birthday Party June and gift certificates. The auction was 26 kicked off with a horn blast, blasting in typical fashion as able to Fundraise $905.40 for the hall. the train rolled through the old All made possible by hall volunteers train town of Notch Hill. Guests and these awesome locals & supportyoung and old enjoyed the self ing Businesses: Anita Walters, Marie guided tours of the historiEckhart, Brenda Stewart, Lucille Mintz, cal buildings of the Notch Hill Eleanor Gilfillan, Darlene Berner, Town Hall and its park grounds. Neighbors of Davies Rd, Carol’s CounA birthday cake cutting ceremotry Crafts, Stratus Mediterranean Grill, ny with special guests attendMunro’s Pharmacy, Setter Right Equesing were local Miriam Leggett, trian Therapy, NHTHA, Don Larson’s Notch Hill’s last Elementary Bath House & Sorrento Hardware. teacher to teach there, and Roy July 3, 2021 the hall hosted its anPrystay who was the last Prinnual Outdoor Market and Fundraiscipal from 1974 to 1985 when ing Garage sale with returning guests, Kindergarten classes were held The Shuswap Market Group. The NH at NHS. The yummy Birthday Kitchen Committee also contributed to Cake big enough for a 100 piecthe fundraising with coffee and dessert es was generously donated by sales. Total Fundraised for the hall was the Blind Bay Village Grocers $856.10. Bakery. July 5 saw the annual AGM for the A Fundraising silent aucNotch Hill Town Hall Association held Notch Hill Heritage Rentals’ booth at Blind Bay Mar- at the Hall. Conducting Elections was tion was also held in the hall in the Bay, Thursdays from 6 to 8:30pm. Wedwith all auction items locally do- ket Edith Rizzi. Vote results, all by accladings, Reunions, Special Events being booked for nated. There was an assortment 2022. Rentals call Marianne Romyn 250 835-4721 mation: President Anna-Marie Eckhart, of homemade items including Vice President Bruce Hlina, Treasurer or to book Events Amy Berry 250 803-1806 Photo by Anna-Marie Eckhart quilts, paintings, wooden art, Lucille Mintz, Secretary Pat Lepp.

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Board of Directors Marianne Romyn, Patricia Power, Eleanor Gilfillan, Rayna Vanderhoek, Anita Walters. Welcoming new NHTH Members, annual membership is $10. With a strong returning Board of Directors two Motions were passed. First of importance was to address the serious lack of and quality of the hall’s drinking water. A motion to proceed forward with sustaining a better Water Works System for the hall. Our current well is shallow at 15 feet and contaminated by the surrounding farms (they were here first). This well water is used for flushing toilets only. To supply water to our bathroom and kitchen sinks and for consumption, potable water was donated and hauled in, stored in tanks to be shocked and tested monthly with Interior Health. This is not a reliable source of water, nor is it good tasting as the shock treatment leaves it tasting strongly of chlorine. Water testing requires a course on handling, logging data, submitting test results, follow ups, and seeking of a volunteer water supply donation and delivery. Our newly formed Granting Committee will be seeking Community Grant in Aids and Fundraising to cover cost for the existing well to be dug deeper, water filtration and UV system installed in Hall. The second Motion was to proceed forward with a Fundraising Campaign in support of ‘A Mixed Bag of Art’ and the Notch Hill School House’s Restoration and Revitalization project. Once the Restoration is completed, the Notch Hill School house will once again be open to the community to use, enjoy and learn in. The building will remain a School, but a School of Multi Cultural Arts and of Teachings. Notch Hill Town Hall Association Board of Director, and Chairperson of Fundraising, Rayna Vanderhoek is heading the Fundraising Campaign and would appreciate some helping hands to form a Fundraising Committee. The first of many Events to be held is the ‘Art A Thon’ Saturday September 18, 2021 followed by an evening Auction and Social. For more information or to register for the Art A Thon, please contact Rayna Vanderhoek at 250 833-7984, rayna63@shaw.ca or stop in at her Art studio, A Mixed Bag Of Art located in the Sorrento Plaza. An outdoor Homesteaders Markets will be held on hall park grounds. August 15 from 10am to 2pm. If you make it, bake it, create it, or grow it, this is the Market for you! To book a spot call Amy Berry 250 803-1806 or visit our Events Facebook page at ‘Notch Hill Community Hall’. The hall has restocked their supply of Fundraising Notch Hill T shirts. Shirts are locally screened by Watermark Solutions, available in sizes M to 2XL and are $20. To purchase a shirt, please call President Anna-Marie Eckhart 250 8043374, email notchhilltownhall1910@gmail.com or message us at our Facebook page Notch Hill Community Hall. As you can see, everything we do at the hall revolves around Fundraising. We are A Not For Profit Association and everything that is needed to keep the hall open to the public is funded solely by Volunteers, Donations, and our Community Supporters. To make this easier for all involved, the hall has opened up a Small Business E-banking account with SASCU Sorrento BC. We are pleased to announce that the Notch Hill Town Hall Association can now accept payment or donation electronically through our email address. To find us: 1639 Notch Hill Road, Sorrento B.C, Email: Notchhilltownhall1910@gmail.com LIKE us on Facebook at Notch Hill Community Hall or Phone 250 804-3374 President Anna-Marie Eckhart

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By Barbra Fairclough Rain or shine, Art on the Green is the place to be on August 28 from 10am- 7pm. A handful of inspired artists have come together in this inaugural event. Susan MacLeod, one of the event volunteer organizers says, “Artists have not had a lot of opportunity to sell and display art over the last year.” Susan describes the event as a way to tantalize your senses with great food, wine, beer, music, and of course exquisite art, at the beautiful golf course at Cedar Heights Community Centre. Admission is free with plenty of parking. Susan extends her thanks to the many volunteers who will be on hand to help make the event a success. On Hand for the show will be Crystals Baked Blessings, bakers of cupcakes, individual pies and cake in a can, along with Gord Oh’s food truck with delicious savory sandwiches, mac cheese and good home cooked food. Cedar Heights Community Association volunteers will host a beer and wine tent to quench your thirst. Peter Blacklock and his ukulele group is coming together to play for those who attend. This juried event will present over a dozen skilled artists with work in sculpture, woodworking, glasswork, paint and more. Patrons are encouraged to support the artists with their works for sale. For every purchase you will have a chance to put your name into a draw for door prizes donated by the many artists at this event. Visit Shuswapculture.ca for event listing and listen to Voice of the Shuswap CKVS 93.7 for information about Art on the Green taking place at Cedar Heights Centre at 2316 Lakeview Drive in Blind Bay. Susan can be reached at artonthegreendon@outlook.ca

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“Where neighbours become friends” By Shaunne Letourneau It is hard to believe, but we are already half way through Summer 2021. Our outdoor sports venues have been busy with both locals and out of town visitors taking advantage of our golf course, pickleball and bocce courts. We are always happy to welcome visitors and our onsite kiosk is manned by Cedar Heights members who will be happy to help you. They are a wonderful source of information about our organization and about the area in general. And of course, they will get you set up to play your sport of choice. Families are most welcome! It’s been a long 18 months and we have all been missing getting together socially and participating in the various activities the Centre has offered in the past. Sharon Spearman, our Program Director, is busy working with program and event planners getting ready for the Fall season. She says: “stay tuned for some of our favorite activities like Keep Fit, Carpet Bowling and be ready to try something new. Beginner Yoga and Sit and Be Fit will be joining the line-up of activities to keep us mobile and in good shape.” Registra-

tion for these programs began at the Centre on August 3rd. For more information, check out our website: cedarheightscommunity.ca. Planning for Fall events is also underway including the Annual Pig Roast, a Family Adventure Day and our annual Kids Christmas Shopping to name a few. More details will be available in the September Scoop and on our website. Sharon notes that COVID-19 protocols are in place for events and programs and will evolve with changing provincial or local requirements. As we are gathering together in larger groups, we need to take steps to be sure everyone is kept safe. At this time the Board has decided that for indoor events masks will continue to be optional but attendees must be fully vaccinated. We are all looking forward to the time when these restrictions are no longer necessary. If you have an idea for what you’d like to see offered at the Centre, or are new to the area and want to be part of the CHCA community, drop by the kiosk on the upper parking lot level any day between 9 am and 8 pm and have a chat with our kiosk volunteer.

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Sorrento Lions Club

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By Judi Kembel Congratulations go out to Alyssa Andreasen, Trinity Blackstock, Karver Smith and Sebastian Nyeste who have each been awarded a $2,000 bursary. Carissa Harasym was also awarded her $2,000 bursary from 2019. They will all be pursuing their post-secondary studies and we wish them every success. The recipients are paid directly once they confirm admission to their institution of choice. Our Annual Garage Sale will be held on August 7 in the compound at the Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Road from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. We are really looking forward to our weekly meat draws which will resume on September 3 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for ten meat draws and the 50/50 draw at 7:00 pm at the Copper Island Bar and Grill. Tickets are $1.00 each and good for all draws. Come early to ensure a seat. The new owners will be continuing the Fish and Chip Friday night special and we look forward to seeing you there again. We will be serving up our famous pancake breakfasts on August 14th and 28th at the Sorrento Farmers’ Market. The cost will be by donation for pancakes, sausages and juice. We would appreciate any ideas our community may have so that we may continue serving you the best we can. You can send your ideas to sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca . If you are interested in helping your community, please consider joining our club as either a member or a “Friend of the Lions” volunteer. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month (September to June) at 6:45 pm at the Sorrento Memorial Hall. If you are over 19 years of age (male or female) and would like more information about becoming a Lion, please contact the Sorrento Lions Club at our email address: sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca. We would love to hear from you! Check out our website at http://e-clubhouse. org/sites/sorrentobc/ CORRECTION In the July Scoop, the representative of Copper Island Health and Wellness Centre receiving a cheque from the Sorrento Lions Club was misidentified as Sue McCrea. In fact, the representative from the Centre was Susan Eisenberger.

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Arts Council of South Shuswap Submitted by Jacquie Middlekoop Music in the Bay - Live music has returned to Blind Bay this summer thanks to many generous community sponsors. We have an exciting musical line up for the remainder of the summer: • August 5 – Cod Gone Wild • August 12 – Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ Wayne Quintet • August 19 – Donnie McDougall • August 26 – Harpoonist & the Satellite • September 2 – Jon n Suzi Blues Band / The News The response from our community each week so far has been overwhelming. Thank you for your continued support of our local musicians, market vendors, and food trucks. Live music takes please during Market by the Bay every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Centennial Field in Blind Bay. FACES Registration Now Open - FACES is please to welcome students back to the studio for in-person lessons in dance, music, and art this Fall. We have a

new dance teacher joining the FACES family – Miss Jolie! Miss Jolie has extensive dance training is multiple styles of dance including RAD Ballet, Hip Hop, Acro, and Contemporary. She is excited to be joining the team at FACES as a dance instructor for the 2021-2022 season. For her full bio, or for online registration please visit www. shuswaparts.com Shuswap Culture Shuswap Culture is THE goto calendar for many area events and happenings in the Shuswap! There is so much to be enjoyed including markets, live music, art displays, car shows, fundraiser events and community celebrations! Check out the calendar at www.shuswapculture.ca August feature event: The Annual Car Show at RJ Haney Heritage Village and Museum, Sunday August 8 from 8:30 to 2:00 pm. The 21st annual Car Show is the largest in the Shuswap, featuring over a hundred classic and antique automobiles displayed throughout the Village.

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Play to Create - At A Mixed Bag of Art, the kids are encouraged to find their own unique voice in their art creations. Even though we may all do a similar sketch we are promoted to use our imagination to finish the painting how we feel it should look. The past few weeks the older students have been working on painting stools, with FAT (chalk) paint. This paint is great for taking old beat up furniture and giving it a makeover. Some of the skills we have been working on are blending, great for making sunsets. Blending is when you use two or more colours and they fade into each other, seamlessly, you shouldn’t see where one colour ends and the other begins. Pour paintings are very popular in the studio. Students of all ages enjoy pour paintings, they are fun and exciting. One method is the flip cup, you layer many colours in a cup then flip it on the canvas, the paint then flows out in all four directions, and this creates a beautiful mix of colours. Joke of the month: Why didn’t the toilet paper cross the road? Answer: It was stuck in a crack.

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The students are gearing up to do a FUNdraiser for the restoration of the Notch Hill School House at 1639 Notch hill Rd. Sorrento BC. This will take place Saturday September 18 2021 from 10:00am-10:00pm. Throughout the day there will be timed paint sessions for ages 7- adults. Starting at 10:00 ages 7-9, 11:30 ages 10-12, 1:00 ages 13-16, 2:30 is an open class for teens and adults. The participants pay $25.00 to enter. This comes with a piece of pizza and a pop. The evening beginning at 7:00 will include a silent auction of all the paintings along with a charcuterie style appi bar, wine/beer for the adults, non alcoholic drinks for the kids. Participants enter for free; public $40.00 comes with a glass of wine/beer for more info phone Rayna at 250-833-7984 or stop by A Mixed Bag of ART in Sorrento Shoppers Plaza. Pre register: with raynav63@shaw.ca This will be a day of FUNdraising.

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Shuswap Overland Adventures Well @#&$!

By Jason Lutterman “Whoever said the small things don’t matter has never seen a match start a wildfire.” - Beau Talpin This hasn’t been a season for our adventures going as planned. I was supposed to be sitting down writing about how incredible our annual trip to the Whipsaw Trail went. Something I’ve been looking forward to since my tires left its dusty trail last year. The current wildfire situation led us to decide as a group to postpone the trip until October. The cancellation more out of respect than real concern. We are beyond responsible in the backcountry; however the community of Princeton had voiced their concern over the use of the trail in these conditions and we listened. Down but not out I decided to make it a family weekend in Crazy Creek, some camping, hiking and take in a few waterfalls. Maybe try and find the abandoned town I‘ve been reading about, hidden down an old trail. The hickory flavoured air should be our only real concern with plan B and friends that were there had mentioned the air quality was better than

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Community Events Calendar SOUTH SHUSWAP

Eagle Bay Fire Department Open House - August 7 at the Firehall. Bring the family, learn about your fire department and resources available to help you stay safe. Garage Sale - Sorrento Lions Club at Sorrento Memorial Hall from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday August 7. Homesteaders’ Market - Notch Hill Hall park grounds. August 15 from 10am to 2pm. To book a spot call Amy 250-803-1806 NimbleFingers - workshops at Sorrento Centre from Aug 15 to 27. Register at 1 866 694 2409. FMI www.nimblefingers.ca Wild Church Sorrento - Sunday Aug 15, 2-4pm at Sorrento Centre. A sacred nature-based experience to awaken deep love for self, earth and all living beings for the survival and healing of the planet where mystery is experienced, not explained. FMI www.sorrentocentre.ca Art on the Green - Juried art event and sale, sculpture, woodworking, glasswork, paint and more. August 28, 10am - 7pm at Cedar Heights golf course. See ad on page 38 Pancake Breakfast - Sorrento Lions will be serving up their famous pancake breakfasts Sat. Aug 14 and 28 at the Sorrento Farmers’ Market. By donation for pancakes, sausages and juice. Music in the Bay - Live concert series at the waterfront, Centennial Field in Blind Bay. Thursdays, 6-8:30pm In connection with Market by the Bay (see ad on page 27) Bring a lawn chair. Shuswap Skating Club - launching this fall and aim to offer skating opportunities for all ages and levels in our communities. FMI info@shuswapskatingclub.com See ad on page 31 Back to School - New student registration, Tuesday August 31, 9am to 3pm. School resumes on Tuesday, September 7, half day, with students dismissed three hours earlier than normal. See details on ad, page 17 Cedar Heights Fall Activities - Now taking registrations for keep fit, carpet bowling, beginner yoga and more. FMI cedarheightscommunity.ca FACES Registration Open - for fall in-person dance, music and art lessons. Register at www.shuswaparts.com Notch Hill School House Restoration Fundraiser – Sept. 18 10am – 10pm. Paint sessions during the day. 7pm silent auction, appi bar. Register at raynav63@shaw.ca South Shuswap Library - Crack the Case this summer. FREE. Register online at https:// bcsrc.ca or pick up your package in branch. Complete all challenges and enter to win a grand prize. Take Stella the dog on an adventure. Show us with a poster, video or picture collage on what you and Stella encountered this summer. Please have submissions in by August 20. Weekly contests and prizes to be won. Copper Island Health Centre - Call 250-6752196 for a Doctor’s appointment. Check out more services at https://sshss.ca/calendar/

Sorrento & Area Health Centre - Call 250675-2167 to book an appt. with the Dr. or Nurse practitioner.

visitor services and more! Until September 25. Villains and Vittles Dinner Theatre - Shows every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday NORTH SHUSWAP The North Shuswap Fine Art Show - Aug 7 evenings in July and August and a special matinee performance on Thursday, August from 11am - 5pm at Celista Estate Winery. 19 at R.J. Haney Village. Check-in starts at Music by Daveton Jones. pm. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with Lakeview Centre Breakfast & Raffle Drawing 5:00 the pioneer fixings served from the Sprig -Sat. August 14, 8:30 am to 11 am. Indoor & all Heather restaurant. For more information outdoor seating. Also drawing for the elec- of or to reserve your tickets, call 250-832-5243. tric bike, helicopter ride and portable bar-bque. Buy tickets from Tony 778-765-1506 or Annual Car Show - Aug. 8, 8:30 am to 2 Darla 250-299-2158 or lakeviewcommunity- pm at R.J. Haney Heritage Village. over 100 classic cars, entertainment, food. centre@gmail.com Summer Shoe Box Fun - Wednesdays until Colossal 50/50 Online Lottery - North Aug. 12, 11 am to 1 pm at Ross Street plaza. Shuswap Lions in support of trails & pathFree activity and fun surprises for kids. ways on the North Shuswap. Win up to $90,000. northshuswaplions.rafflenexus.com Salmon Arm Fair - Sept. 10 - 12 Midway. Live Music at the Hub - Visit www.shuswa- Authentic Medieval Jousting. Lumberjack phub.com for details. Covid Safety protocols Show. Super Dogs. Mini Chuckwagon Races in effect. For more info follow @thescotch- & Contest. Barn Dance. Beer Garden. Heritage Lane. Kids Zone. Horse Show. Trade creekhub, call 250-955-2002. Exhibitors. Vintage Car Show. First Interpretive Walk-About tours & children’s Show. Nations Gathering Place. Exclusive BC Alpaca events - Tsútswecw Provincial Park, Tours Livestock Shows and Interactive Farm each Weds. to Aug. 25. Tours are free, dona- Show. Venues. Main Stage Entertainment tions are welcome. Interpretive cabin open, Animal and Shuswap Idol Contest. FMI https://www. Sat. Sun. Wed. Fri. & holidays. Free children’s salmonarmfair.com/welcome-to-the-fair events every Wed and Sun 1-3pm. Aug. 4 & ONLINE / WEBINARS etc. 8 Indigenous story trail, Aug. 11 & 15 Watersheds, Aug 18 & 22 Wildlife tracks, Aug 25 & Tsuts’weye Workshops - Lunchtime Connections - Second and fourth Tuesday every 29 Aquatic invertebrate. month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Register: info@ Clean Drain Dry - Boater outreach August 14 at Shuswap Lake Provincial Park in Scotch tsustweye.ca. FMI and more workshops, go Creek. Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species to https://tsutsweye.ca/ Society will be there with information about CSRD Board Meeting - Thursday, August 19, 10:00 am. Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca. stopping the spread of invasive aquatic Agenda available approximately one week in species. advance of the meeting. Bicycle Rodeo & Scavenger Hunt - Sept 5. 9:30 to 11:30 am at Shuswap Lake Provincial Altered States II - broadcast on the ROOTPark. Free event of North Shuswap Pathway SandBLUES website on Aug. 13 and 14 Team. Educational activities promoting bike starting at 7 p.m. No tickets required. rootsafety for youngsters to age 10. Helmet safe- sandblues.ca ty, hand signals, traffic signs, obstacle avoid- Guided Meditation Classes - Tuesday & ance, balance, figure 8 riding and more. Wednesday, 7 - 8:15 pm / Topics vary. RegisScavenger hunt routes around Scotch Creek ter at: www.kmcfv.ca with things to discover, questions to answer CSRD Learn how to FireSmart - Watch 30 and riddles to solve. FMI or to volunteer minute online webinar. Pre-register at www. Doug Easterbrook at doug@artsman.com csrd.bc.ca/firesmart 1-888-248-2773 See ad String quartet concert - Sat. Sept 18, 2 pm. on page 31. at Celista Estate Winery. Supporting NS Lions programs. Featuring “The Sycamore String FARMERS MARKETS Quartet.” Tickets from Celista Estate Winery or call Marlene Kergan 250-955-0378. • Sunday - Scotch Creek - 4113 Squilax Anglemont beside the Hub, 9:30 to CHASE 1:30. See ad on page 17 Tuesday Night Live at Safety Mart Foods, • Wednesday - Celista Farmers Market at 6-8pm Tuesdays in August. Bring a lawn North Shuswap Community Hall, 9am chair and enjoy great music! Aug 10: Mountain Mamas, Aug 17: David Allan & Friends, to 1pm. Aug 24: Henry Small & Friends. Stay tuned • Thursday - Market by the Bay at Centenon more details by following Elite Events BC nial Field in Blind Bay, 6 to 8pm. on Facebook. • Friday - Chase Home Hardware Field, 10 Chase Curling Club - Interested in curling am to 2 pm. this fall? Please contact Janice @ 250-679• Saturday - Sorrento Shoppers Plaza 4471 or e-mail at janinchase@cablelan.net 1240 TCH, 8am - noon. Leashed pets Deadline September 3, 2021. welcome.

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Clubs & Organizations

Arts Council for the South Shuswap Karen Brown 250-515-3276 Blind Bay Bridge Club Vicki 250-675-2141, vicki00@telus.net Blind Bay Community Society 250-675-3919, blindbayhall@gmail.com Blind Bay Painters Trudy Grigg cell 403-934-0503, home 250-835-0039, t.grigg05@gmail.com Blind Bay Garden Club Susan 250-835-2351 or Donald 778-490-5008 Carlin Country Market Angela Inskip 250-833-2094, carlinpac@hotmail.com Carlin Elementary Middle School PAC Angela Inskip 250-833-2094, Carlinpac@hotmail.com Chase Fish & Game Club Helen 250-679-8019 Copper Island Seniors Resource Services (CISRS) (beside Spinnake r Cafe) 250-6753661, cisrcbb@gmail.com CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 CSRD Area C Director Paul Demenok 250-517-0810, pdemenok@csrd.bc.ca Emergency Support Services Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Eagle Bay 4445 Eagle Bay Rd., Chief Alan Rendell, 250-517-0429, EagleBayVFD@csrd.bc.ca Sorrento Hall #1 1164 Passchendale Road, Chief Gary Hoult 250-675-3555, ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca Sorrento Hall #2 2505 Greer Rd., Chief Gary Hoult 250-675-4441, ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca Tappen/Sunnybrae 3732 Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Rd., Chief Marc Zaichkowsky TappenSunnybraeVFD@ csrd.bc.ca White Lake 3607 Parri Rd., Chief Bryan Griffin 250-835-4500, WhiteLakeVFD@csrd.bc.ca Fire Services CoordinatorA Sean Coubrough 250-833-5955 scoubrough@csrd.bc.ca FIRST RESPONDERS Debbie Edwards, thebackacher@telus.net GT Dragon Boat Society Susan Eisenberger 250-803-6864, www.gtdragonboatsociety.ca HEALTH SERVICES South Shuswap Health Services Society Sue McCrae 250-675-3661, http://sshss.ca

Sorrento Health Centre 250-675-2167 Sorrento Health Centre Society Eldene Lindberg 250 675 4168 Lions Club sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca / Web: Sorrento Lions Club - Lions e-Clubhouse Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca North/ South Shuswap Comm. Resource nsscr@live.ca, Leigh 250-515-4682 Notch Hill Cemetery Society Louise 250-253-5776 ROAD MAINTENANCE Acciona Infrastructure Maintenance Inc 1-866 222-4204, Vernon Moti 250-503-3664, aimroads@acciona.ca Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) South Shuswap Leigh Schaffer 250-675-4818, lschaffer@orl.bc.ca Shuswap Better at Home Central Intake 250-253-2749, sbahintake@outlook.com Shuswap Community Foundation 250832-5428, www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Emergency Program Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Shuswap Hospice Society 250-832-7099, 250-675-2568 (Sorrento)

Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers 1-866-293-3851, info@slams.ca / www.slams.ca Shuswap Theatre Society https://shuswaptheatre.com South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce Karen Brown 250-515-0002, manager@southshuswapchamber.com Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Tennis sletennisclub@gmail.com Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca / www.SWOA.ca Sorrento Food Bank Tina Hysop 250-253-3663, sorrentofoodbank.ca Sorrento Minor Ball Geoff 250-804-6923, sorrentominorball@gmail.com South Shuswap Canada Day Committee Tammy Packer 250-463-2495 Victim Services Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 White Lake Community Hall Society 3617 Parri Road, 778-231-8810, whitelakehall@cablelan.net White Lake Residents Assoc. - (WLRA) info@wlra.ca / www.wlra.ca White Lake New Horizons Seniors Club - Tim Hoy 250-835-2141

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Tappen Co-op Recycling Depot Wed, Thu & Fri Noon to 4pm 4828 Trans Canada Hwy Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm Stat Holidays Closed

Community Hall Information Please check with your local community hall for more information about future events

Blind Bay Memorial Hall 2510 Blind Bay Rd. 250-675-3139 blindbayhall@gmail.com Facebook: Blind Bay Memorial Hall & Reedman Gallery. Website: blindbaymemorialhall.ca Carlin Hall 4051 Myers Rd. Tappen. www.carlinhall.net To book call Marcha Adams 250-835-8577. Cedar Heights Community Association 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay 250-675-2012 www.cedarheightscommunity.ca Copper Island Health & Wellness Centre 2417 Golf Course Dr. Blind Bay Market 250-675-3661

Eagle Bay Community Hall 4326 Eagle Bay Rd. www.eaglebayhall.ca Hall rentals: 250-675-3136 Library (ORL) South Shuswap Branch Blind Bay Market. 250-675-4818 www.orl.bc.ca/branches/south-shuswap Notch Hill Town Hall 1639 Notch Hill Rd. Pres. Anna-Marie Eckhart 250-804-3374. Check us out on Facebook Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre email: sle@shuswaplakeestates.com Web: www.shuswaplakeestates.com 250-675-2523, Many more events on webpage Sorrento Drop in Society 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358

Sorrento Lions Club Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Rd. sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca Sunnybrae Community Hall 3595 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. Hall Rentals - Rob Milne: 250-835-8657 Facebook.com/SunnybraeCommunityAssociation sunnybraecommunityassociation.com Sunnybrae Seniors Hall 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd., Maddie Welch 250-803-8890 White Lake Community Hall 3617 Parri Road 250-803-4616 whitelakehall@cablelan.net

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BUSINESS SERVICES

FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

S h u sw a p

Refurbished Dock Located in Sorrento

Shuswap Lake Golf (Duffers Den)

S o l e s Fo o t c a r e

Residential, Land and Recreational

Call Vanna 250.574.9969

250.463.5313

Toll Free: 855.431.4313 Toll Free Fax: 888.377.4313

cal@coshappraisals.com

Overall length w/ramp approx: 62’

www. coshappraisals.com

Scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, bathroom safety, stair-lifts, hospital beds. Free Screening for obstructive sleep apnea, treatment and follow-up. CPAP masks, parts, and accessories. Respiratory therapy equipment and home oxygen. Located in Salmon Arm 250-832-2431 and Vernon 250-542-2425 www.lakesidemedical.ca

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Serving the Shuswap & Surrounding Area

24 HOUR SERVICE

250-679-0001 sorrentoplumbing@outlook.com

FOR SALE WE DO IT ALL …!

Skidsteer Work Landscaping  Decks & Fences Sheds & Garages  Siding Finish Carpentry Let us help you with your next project!

250-463-9987

Scotch Creek

Shuswap Raised P.O.L. Hens Ready for pick-up Sept. 15 – Sept. 30, 2021 ”Rockettes” – Barred Rock Layers E-Mail or call for Complete Information & Photo (250) 955-6145 ShuswapChickens@gmail.com Wanted - to buy old wood windows, doors, ladders, crocks, suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, antlers, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm & cowboy items. 250-577-3357, Pritchard

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Approximate dimensions: L10’6”x W40” Ramp with wheels L20’6”x W6’5” Aluminum middle section with maintenance free PVC grid decking L31’x W9’6” Wooden dock refurbished in June 2021

2404 Centennial Drive Blind Bay

COOKS/LINE COOKS Full-Time or Part-Time year round IDEAL CANDIDATE(S) will have drive, team skills, good attitude, be attentive to detail, able to work in a fast paced environment. Experience and Food Safe necessary R E S P O N S I B I L I TI E S include executing all menu items while meeting our expectations of high standard, quality presentation. You must also be able to maintain a clean, well stocked, and organized work area.

Bring your culinary skills and enjoy the beauty of the Shuswap! Drop off a resume in person (to the manager of Duffers Den). Golf privileges included plus employee discounts on all merchandise. WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

Call 403-559-4485 Rarely used Old Town (Heron N9XT) Kayak with adjustable padded seat, hatch, cup holder. Colour: yellow. $300 obo. Text 250-803-1175.

Come and Join our

C LEAN TEAM !

START IMMEDIATELY

Earn up to $200

in ONE day! LAKEFRONT RESORT in N. SHUSWAP • •

HELP WANTED We are offering a

CABINETMAKING APPRENTICESHIP

to the right person wanting

A CAREER

in the woodworking world

SATURDAYS 8-4 PM

Tr aining provided

WE MAKE CLEANING FUN!

Call Patti 250-955-2525

$25 per HOUR + TIPS + BONUS

Also looking for

Seasoned Cabinet Makers Please apply in person at 3818 Kenwood Gate, Scotch Creek.

www.celistacabinetry.ca FREE Estimates

WCB Covered

LOST/ FOUND FOUND - Have you lost a 14 foot Seafly Sailboat?? We have found one on Shuswap Lake. Call Jerry at 250-675-4613

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