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Better at Home Helps Local Senior By Jo Anne Malpass and walkway were, stones that were loosSeniors are an important and growing ening and slipping apart. One of his part of our communities, and their active neighbours had also called to see if BAH involvement enriches everyone’s lives. To could do anything. ensure that seniors continue to play an Her first step was to find funding for active part, they often need support to live the project. She reached out to the Lions safely and independently in their own and they gave $300 for supplies. The total homes and remain connected to their price for the sand, base material and the communities. blocks ended With the up being Shuswap Better $295. at Home manShe then gathdate in mind, ered a group North Shuswap of volunteers BAH coordinato do the tor Lorna Joy work. John Pawluk saw an Giesbrecht issue at the rototilled a home of one of new area, their clients and away from the worked with existing path. local volunteers Another four and the North people spent 8 Shuswap Lions hours or so, Club to find a leveling and After John Giesbrecht rototills the area, Ali Fer, (Joe Wehle) Julie laying down solution. Fer, Holly & Dave Drinkle lay the path. Photo by Lorna Joy Pawluk the sidewalk. Joe Wehle has been a “We got it BAH client for a couple of years. Lorna finished the day before the first snowfall,” Joy describes him as a wonderful gentle- said Lorna Joy. Joe can now shovel that man in his 80s, with good neighbours who easily, come out from his basement and shop for him, etc. etc. He is able to stay in doesn’t have to go up and down outside his home because of all this help. stairs. “And neither do the volunteers, so One day when she was visiting outside (Continued on page 3) with him, she noticed how bad his stairs

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As a BAH client, you have access to a range of services that evolve with you as your needs change, as well as the security and peace of mind knowing your services are provided by local, vetted contractors and trained staff and volunteers. For more information about Shuswap Better at Home, call 250-253 -2749 or email sbahinHolly Drinkle escorts Joe Wehle on his take@outlook.com

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2020 CP Holiday Train Streams on Facebook CP Media Release Serena Ryder and The Trews will headline CP's 2020 "Holiday Train at Home" concert, which will stream on CP's Facebook page on Dec. 12. The event will raise money and awareness and help local food banks collect muchneeded donations. The Dec. 12 concert, scheduled for 5:00 pm Pacific, will also feature performances by JoJo Mason, Logan Staats and Kelly Prescott. CP Holiday Train fans will be able to view the concert by visiting facebook.com/ canadian.pacific at the show's start time. An archived version of the show will remain on the page for later viewing. "For more than two decades, the CP family has supported Canadians and Americans in need through the CP Holiday Train program," said CP President and CEO Keith Creel. "In a year full of challenge and loss, we will host this concert as a call to action for the train's supporters to donate generously if they can this Christmas season. The spirit of the Holiday Train will come alive even though the train itself will not operate due to the COVID-19 pandemic." CP will donate $1.24 million this

year to 201 food banks in communities that ordinarily host CP Holiday Train events. In a normal year, CP calls on attendees at local shows to make a cash or non-perishable food donation. With the "Holiday Train at Home" concert, CP hopes to inspire donations from across North America even though local shows won't occur. Viewers seeking to donate will be directed to Food Banks Canada and Feeding America, the national organizations that support community food banks in their respective countries. Viewers are also encouraged to give to their local food bank. "I'm so excited to be part of the virtual CP Holiday Train this year, helping raise awareness and funds for local food banks in this time of extraordinary need," headliner Serena Ryder said. "Watch the concert on Dec. 12, and if you can, please give a little bit to support those in need!" CP's 2020 corporate donation will bring the total amount of money raised at CP Holiday Train stops to $19.05 million since the train's inception in 1999. Food banks have also collected 4.8 million pounds of food donations at local Holiday Train events.

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The spirit of giving is alive and well in the North Shuswap. So many people gave of their time, ideas and facilities to try to make Christmas a special time filled with fun activities for residents, especially children. Unfortunately, the second wave of the pandemic hit at a very inopportune time and most of those plans fell apart in the last weeks. The Chamber of Commerce and Lions Club came up with the idea of a drive by parade, with many community organizations ready to participate. The Chase Country Christmas committee planned for their parade to drive around neighbourhoods in Chase but both of these had to be cancelled when new health authority rules came down. The North Shuswap Community Hall offered its facility free of charge to the Kicker and the Lions to hand out Christmas colouring contest gifts. COVID 19 plans were made to limit numbers in the hall and provide sanitization and keep contacts to a minimum. This will now not be possible either but the Kicker, with the help of many of Santa’s generous elves will be delivering gifts (and gift bags provided by the Chamber) to colouring contest participants. The community has again stepped up with donations to the North Shuswap Food Bank for its Christmas hampers so volunteers can make sure there is nutritional food and children’s gifts to help those in our community in need. There are a lot of articles online with ideas to make this Christmas special. You're going to spend a lot of time at home this holiday season, so you might as well make your space the winter wonderland of your dreams. Since you might be

entertaining outdoors more than usual, go overboard with decking out your yard or adorn an outdoor tree. There are many craft ideas, including Christmas masks. Get the family involved in baking and decorating cookies and maybe drop them off at the homes of friends and neighbours. Have the children craft Christmas cards and notes to attach to each box of goodies. Just because you can't get together in person doesn't mean you can't see your friends and family on Christmas. Send everyone a Zoom link and host your party online, complete with a few games. It you are “Zoomed out,” make events in-person and outdoors, even if it means a quick chat while everyone’s bundled up. Look for outdoor activities that can be socially distanced, like sledding, snow-fort making or skating. Do your Secret Santa or white elephant gift exchange around an outdoor picnic table or fire pit; put your ugly sweater over your jacket to show off your light-up sweater and stay warm at the same time. Take a drive around to see all the home and business Christmas light displays, including the North Shuswap Community Hall and the tree at the intersection of Wharf Road. The coronavirus pandemic may mean your Christmas won’t look exactly the same as it usually does, but you can get creative and find some new ways to celebrate—and some of your ideas may be so good you’ll make some new traditions along the way. From all of us at the Kicker to all of you. Thank you for making this such a great community. We wish you a safe and Merry Christmas and a much more social 2021.

North Shuswap Kicker 23rd Annual Christmas Colouring Contest The Kicker Christmas colouring contest will be a lot different this year but with the support of many generous people in our community, there will be gifts for the entrants. Those who entered will be contacted by a volunteer to arrange for a gift to be received. The North Shuswap Chamber has also provided gift bags for each child.

Santa and Lions Club members have offered to help with the gift deliveries. A special thank you to the North Shuswap Community Hall for offering their facility, which the new health orders have now made impossible for us to use. Thank you to everyone who so generously donated to make this possible.

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Jay Simpson- Director, Electoral Area ‘F’ (North Shuswap & Seymour Arm ) Columbia Shuswap Regional District Email: JSimpson@csrd.bc.ca

Sayonara 2020! It started with a granddaddy of a snowstorm and looks to be ending with us all shut in again! As I write this, we’ve just been advised to reduce our exposure, stay home, wear masks anytime you’re not at home for the next two weeks. This is to hopefully break the cycle of COVID infections and keep the count down. On the other hand, a couple of major pharmaceutical companies have just announced potential vaccines that could be out early in the new year, and in wide distribution maybe in late spring. Good news and bad news… that seems like the real cycle this year, 2020. We’ve been fortunate to have kept infections low here in the Shuswap, let’s keep it that way! Some good news…. A number of parks in the North Shu have had renovations that are now complete. St. Ives has had erosion damage over the last few years, and a restoration and erosion control works have now finished. It’s a nice little park with a creek beside it, better now and for the long term. Don Fink Park in Seymour Arm has had a major upgrade with a playground and other facilities added. Horseshoe pits and a ball diamond are a big part of this park, and this small community. The park sits right beside a campground and beautiful beach. Go check it out! Bristow Road boat launch… ah Bristow Road, seems just can’t get it done without something getting in the way. The parking lot is now done, but with high water this fall the boat launch was not able to be put in. Hopefully that will happen in the spring but may possibly have to wait until next fall. Arrggghhh!! Thanks to the Parks Advisory

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Committee for their leadership on these projects. As we close out this year, I want to thank the volunteers of the various groups we have in the North Shuswap. Our volunteer groups are many and varied, you can find a list towards the back of the monthly Kicker. The ones that I deal with regularly are the Advisory Planning Council, the Chamber, The Adams River Salmon Society, the North Shuswap Health Centre Society, First Responders, Parallel Pathway Team and others. Many of our groups are looking for more board members to help direct the good work they do. Whether you know it or not, your lives are affected by these groups and the work they do in our community. Your family receives benefits like a doctor in our community, parks with playgrounds and toilets, maintained access to the lake and boat launches, and very much more. Progress doesn’t just happen, it’s planned and directed by community groups. I only help get their ideas accomplished. Many of these groups are having virtual meetings these days to keep the flow going and their efforts progressing. One thing that’s common is that these boards are mostly populated by community residents over 60. Younger families have many more years to enjoy the benefits and should be involved in planning our future. As we move through this season of giving, consider giving a gift of your time. You will see tangible results from your efforts, and long lasting and profound community effects. Take a look in the Kicker and see where your interests lay. Make a phone call. Your family, friends, and community (Continued on page 6)

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CSRD Takes Steps to Reinstate Mosquito Control Program By Jo Anne Malpass “Recent discussions with BC Parks and the LSLB indicate there is support to restart the (Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Mosquito Control) program in 2021,” Team Leader, Environmental Health Services Ben Van Nostrand told the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board at their meeting November 19. In the fall of 2019, the Board suspended the Scotch Creek Mosquito Control program for the 2020 season. This decision was made after the Ministry of Environment (BC Parks) declined to issue a permit for treatment on lands within Shuswap Lake Provincial Park and Tsútswecw Provincial Park and the Little Shuswap Lake Band (LSLB) requested discontinuation of treatment on LSLB lease lands in the Hilliam Road area of IR#4. As a result, the CSRD’s mosquito control contractor determined that without being able to include these lands in the treatment program, it would no longer be effective to mitigate nuisance mosquitoes within the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek area, said a staff report to the Board. Due to high water levels of Shuswap Lake in 2020, mosquito nuisance in Scotch Creek was an issue throughout the active mosquito season, result(Continued on page 7)

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Thank you for your support in 2020! Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and all the best in 2021.

can use your input. And to close, I’d like to give to you my personal wishes for a safe and happy holiday season. We may not get to rekindle relationships with all those we love in person, so let’s place more emphasis on the blessings we do have. Friends, family, a great community, and an awesome place to call home. Cheers to the end of 2020! May we not focus on the old, but herald the new! Be Safe, Be Happy. As always: Jay Simpson JSimpson@csrd.bc.ca 250-517-9578 Web&FB: NorthShuswap.Info

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ing in a large number of complaints from the public to all agencies. Throughout the year, CSRD staff and staff from the LSLB, BC Parks and the CSRD’s mosquito control contractor had several meetings and calls related to the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Mosquito Control program. During a meeting on November 9, 2020, the parties involved agreed that the CSRD should proceed with conducting a Pest Management Plan (PMP) review for the area. PMPs are required to be updated every five years and are carried out by a qualified professional and involve consultation with the public, first nations and the provincial government. The Board authorized an expenditure of up to $2,500 plus applicable taxes from the approximately $50,000 operating reserve of the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek

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Mosquito Control Program Budget to complete a PMP update. It is anticipated that the PMP review will be completed in time to facilitate restarting the program for the 2021 mosquito control season, based on approval from the LSLB and BC Parks. Once the PMP is completed, staff will work with the LSLB to amend the existing Servicing Agreement to reintroduce the program and consult with BC Parks with respect to necessary permitting. When agreements and approvals are in place, funding recommendations will be advanced to the 2021 Five Year Financial Plan budget process. Area F Director Jay Simpson said the process is “going in the right direction. Last year was horrendous and we don’t want to repeat it.”

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RCMP News By Sgt. Barry Kennedy Multiple Incidents in Scotch Creek On October 10 at approximately 2:45 pm, Chase RCMP received several reports of a Jeep Cherokee and a motorcycle driving dangerously—at high rates of speed—through Scotch Creek. One vehicle appeared to be chasing the other. Further reports indicated that the Jeep Cherokee ran over the motorcycle, and then both vehicles become stuck on the beach off Pine Grove Road. Witnesses stated that the driver of the motorcycle ran off on foot, but the driver of the Jeep was still on scene. Police were on route when they were redirected to a second, unrelated incident in Scotch Creek. In this incident, the complainant, a 58-year-old male from Scotch Creek, reported being in a motor vehicle collision with a 50-year-old male from Lee Creek, with whom he had an ongoing feud. Both males were arrested at the scene and the matter is still under investigation. On October 10 at 4:37 pm, Chase RCMP received multiple reports of a male discharging a firearm near a residence in Scotch Creek. Police attended immediately, leaving the scene described above. When police arrived, the male attempted to resist arrest but was ultimately taken into custody without injury. •With regards to the first incident involving the Jeep Cherokee, John VANCE was charged with one count of Dangerous Driving. •With regards to the second incident involving the firearm, John VANCE was charged with the following: 1)Careless use of a firearm 2)Resisting arrest 3)Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 4)Possession of a firearm while prohibited More charges are possible as investigation progresses.

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Serious Injury Collision On October 10 at 11:51 pm, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Squilax Anglemont Road near Scotch Creek. A white Mercedes sedan left the roadway and struck a utility pole at a high rate of speed. The passenger was not injured and was helped from the vehicle by a passing good Samaritan. The driver was trapped in the vehicle, which required the assistance of Chase Fire Rescue and Scotch Creek Fire Department to remove her. She was transported to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops by ambulance with life threatening injuries. The matter is still under investigation. Alcohol was suspected to be a factor in this collision. Assault of Police Officer On October 11, Chase RCMP members became concerned for the well-being of a male in custody at the Chase Detachment. The male was unresponsive and appeared to be unconscious. Police entered the cell to provide medical assistance. The male suddenly jumped up and rushed at the police officer with his fists clenched. The male collided with the police officer, knocking them both to the ground. After a brief struggle, the police officer gained control of the male. The police officer received minor injuries in the struggle. The male will be facing charges for Assaulting a Police Officer in addition to the charges he was already facing. Breach Release Conditions On October 19 at 3:45 pm, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a residential address in Anglemont where a male was said to be failing to abide by his Probation conditions – namely, he was not supposed to be at that address. Police attended and located the male. He was subsequently arrested and transported back to the Chase Detachment for pro(Continued on page 9)

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cessing. He will be facing charges of Breach of Probation order. Arson On November 4, Chase RCMP were notified of an arson, which had occurred on October 24. The complainant reported that he was hunting with friends on a forest service road in Scotch Creek. Upon returning to their camp at the end of the day, they discovered their wall tent had burned to the ground. The complainant stated that nothing flammable or hot had been left in the tent that morning. Belongings had either been stolen or destroyed in the fire. The complainant estimated the loss at over $5000. Anyone who may have information is asked to please call the Chase RCMP Detachment at 250-679-3221. Reference file number 20202951. Mysterious Animals On November 14 at 4:40 pm, Chase RCMP received a 911 call from a resident in Whisper Mountain Subdivision in Lee Creek. The complainant advised that he heard his neighbour shooting a firearm and that the shots had been going on for quite some time. Police attended the residence and spoke with two males, who were barricaded inside the house. They were both relieved to see police arrive because they were absolutely convinced that there were hundreds of wild animals—cougars, bears, deer and moose—surrounding the residence. They explained that they had been shooting at the animals, from the house, for self defence. Police saw no indication of any wildlife on the property whatsoever. The males were believed to have been suffering from a health crisis and were transported – by police – to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops for assessment. Several firearms were located inside the residence, which were seized for

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public safety. The matter is still under investigation with regards to firearms offences – it is illegal to shoot a firearm from a residence. Emergency Scam On November 24, the Chase RCMP Detachment was contacted by a local female who had fallen victim to what is referred to as the ‘Emergency scam’. She explained that earlier that day, her husband received a phone call from a male who was crying, saying something like: “Dad, I've been in a bad accident in Mexico, I'm injured and I'm in jail - you'll get a phone call from my lawyer next.” The 'lawyer' phoned, stating that $3000 needed to be sent as soon as possible – to have their son released immediately from jail. Their son had been in Mexico recently, but, at the time, the couple didn’t know that their son was already home. The so-called ‘lawyer’ guided them through the process of sending the money by MoneyGram. The complainant realized too late that they were victims of a scam. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reports on their website that, so far this year, there have been: 42,984 reports of fraud, 19,641 Canadian victims of fraud and $79.5 million lost to fraud. Visit the website to learn how to protect yourself from common scams, at https://www.antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca/indexeng.htm. UPDATE: On November 17, 2020, the following charges were sworn against Peter SZELER with regards to an August 11 incident in Seymour Arm: •Utter Threats to cause death or bodily harm to a person •Utter Threats to burn personal property •Utter Threats to kill an animal •Mischief, damage to property over $5000 •Unsafe storage of Firearms

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Christmas Food Hampers By Chase Hamper Society & Alison Elmes Christmas is looking a little different this year at the Food Bank, but one thing that will not change is our commitment to the Christmas Hamper Program! In years past, the businesses, community groups, and many individuals in Chase and the surrounding areas have opened their hearts to those who may need a little extra help at Christmas time. From the mitts and toques placed on the 'Knitten Mitten Tree' at the Credit Union for many years, the Chabelos RV owner's 'Christmas in July' to support the Chase Community Toy Shop, the Chase Heat's Food Drive and Toy Toss, the Kamloops Community Band Concert, the Holiday Train, to all the events that spring up at Christmas with a Donation Box at their door that so many generous people keep filling up time and again, the results of your giving and sharing is truly amazing, and so needed and appreciated by so many people! Christmas 2020 will be a little more challenging, both with many of these venues being cancelled due to Covid19, and in anticipation that there may be a few more on our list due to job loss, business closures etc. who will need a little help to put nutritional meals on the table at Christmas, and toys under the tree for the young ones. To adhere to Covid protocols and keep both our volunteers and clients safe, all Christmas Hamper Registrations will be done by phone. If you are in the North Shuswap and you or someone you know is need of a hamper, please call Janice at 250-955 2393 FMI by Monday December 7. Due to Covid re-

strictions pick up of hampers will be “Drive Through” only. The Christmas Hampers will be distributed on Wednesday, December 16 between 1pm and 2pm at the North Shuswap Community Hall, 5456 Squilax/Anglemont Road, Celista. Donations of nonperishable food, pet food, and/ or gifts can continue to be dropped off at Scotch Creek Market, and Ross Creek Market until December 11th. Cheques made payable to the North Shuswap Food Bank can be mailed to North Shuswap Food Bank, 7465 Squilax/ Anglemont Road, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8. Non taxdeductible receipts will be issued. For Chase and all other areas, please phone the Chase Food Bank at 250-682-6155 as soon as possible. We ask you to please register by Dec. 18. All hampers from the Chase Food Bank location will be delivered this year, on or before Dec. 23. Since we are without many of our usual sources of Food Donations, we will be having a drive through 'Christmas Food Drive' on Saturday, Dec. 5/20 from 9:00-2:00 at the back of the Community Hall in Chase. All food and cash donations will be gratefully accepted! IF you miss us on Dec. 5, or have other donations, you can drop them off to our regular locations at Safety Mart and PharmaChoice, as well as the Post Office. Interior Savings Credit Union and Royal Bank will accept cash donations for the Food Bank, and can issue you a receipt also! If you would like to volunteer to help at the Food Bank, please call us at 250-6826155. With everyone's help, we can make sure that no one is left out this Christmas!

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Hello everyone, well winter is officially here!! Whether we like it or not, it’s here to stay for another few months. Hope everyone is exploring their backyard and trying new winter activities in our area. Our last meeting was our AGM, everyone who was on the board stayed on the board and are excited to pursue our upcoming ideas and events. At this time, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss the 2019-2020 annual chamber review of our achievements. October 2019- we did the Lakeside breakfast, our membership grew to 105 members, we hosted the all candidate forum for the federal election and completed and registered our new bylaws. Nov-Dec 2019 - We hosted a meeting with MP Mel Arnold, we decorated the Christmas tree on the corner of Acton’s property (Thankyou

Dean!) We added the Santa and reindeer display, completed our Christmas float, and assisted in the Christmas parade. Jan-Feb 2020 - We hosted the very successful winter festival, the CRA workshop, created the Google Drive Calendar for local business and organizations to share to avoid event planning conflict. March 2020 – Successfully, was awarded a $25,000 grant from CSRD for beautification, Website, Art Show, Summer Festival, Strategic Planning March-August 2020 - Attended ongoing virtual meetings with Shuswap Economic Development Task Forces and B.C. Chamber providing input and advocate on behalf of our local business and organizations. We supported local BC, completed our digital transition and hosted the WorkSafeBC (Continued on page 13)

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Virtual Town Hall. May 2020 - We worked with Shuswap tourism to produce our tear off maps with every chamber business and organization. Toured the Shuswap Tourism to shoot photos for #BCTourismMatters campaign, and organized a mini roadside cleanup. These are most of what have achieved this last year, Covid really has put a bend in some of our activities and ideas however we are doing what we can do and most importantly keeping the momentum going for our thriving community. A few things you will see start to see pop up!! Everyone must check out our brand new website, special thanks to Janis Smith for the photographs and Deb Seymour for putting it all together. The website has never looked better, easy to follow and really showcases our business community. We are re-skinning the Hwy 1. Road sings for the North Shuswap to upgrade them, and make it more inviting for tourists to explore the North Shuswap. We are following through with our strategic planning for the area, with committees focusing on marketing the North Shuswap, to expand year round recreational and social activities, enhance community relationships and communication, begin the OCP (official community plan) process, identify and access funding sources, increase collaboration between non-profits and engage, educate and develop economic opportunities. We hope all businesses take the time to join the North Shuswap Chamber, fill out the form on our newly designed website and help grow our businesses to a sustainable year round economy. The North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May 2021 be better and more productive than 2020!!!!

Fire News By Graham Lucas Anglemont Fire Chief Fall is a busy time at the regional training centre with all three North Shuswap fire departments sending members to courses required to be a firefighter. Our fire departments also do inhouse training every Tuesday night to meet the requirements of the BC governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s firefighter playbook legislation. North Shuswap fire fighters are on call 24 hours a day, everyday. Last month, both Scotch Creek and Anglemont provided mutual aid to Celista for a structure fire. Firefighters worked hard to save the structure, however it suffered major damage. Anglemont also responded to a wires down call in Anglemont. Last winter we had a lot of chimney fires, these fires can get into the walls (Continued on page 14)

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By Jo Anne Malpass The vision of a multi-use pathway connecting communities from Skwlax to St. Ives took a big step forward after the North Shuswap Pathway Team received encouragement from Columbia Shuswap Regional District Operations Manager Darcy Mooney and Area F Director Jay Simpson. At the October 29 meeting, team leader Debbie Seymour gave some background on how the team started and the research and legwork done to get to the point where it was ready to present to the regional district and other strategic partners. The presentation started with a drone video of the Squilax-Anglemont showing the safety issues and then went through terms of reference, explanation of active transportation, benefits, mapping and site research, consultation with community, survey results and the three sections chosen as starting points. Darcy Mooney congratulated the team on its passion and hard work. The team taking the lead on this gives the parallel trail much more chance of success, he said. When applying for grants, there are many boxes to check since it would be competing with projects in other jurisdictions. “Having a grass root movement tends to shine well in grants.” The project needs to be “shelf ready” before the CSRD can apply for any federal or provincial grants, which can cover much of the capital and planning costs. This requires an engineering report with cost estimates. As the CSRD is currently working on its 2021 budget to be finalized in March 2021, the cost of hiring an engineer would need to be in this

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budget. Mooney said he would get an estimate of the cost of the engineering report. Director Simpson agreed to propose the cost of engineering be included in the next budget, saying the community has shown its support and it is a critical piece of infrastructure for safety. The engineering report would contain the results of a field survey and would identify costs and obstacles to the three sections chosen as starting points, based on community feedback and assessment that these may be easiest to accomplish. The three sections are Bristow Road to Ross Creek Park, Ross Creek Park to Lakeview Park and connecting paths within Scotch Creek. Active Transportation needs to be a priority in the Area F Master Park Plan, Mooney said. Without that, the pathway project may not be eligible for some grants. Active Transportation is a term that speaks to people getting from one place to another, be it walking, cycling, wheelchair or other assisted devices, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and more. It promotes safety and healthy living, while connecting communities and parks. With new tools becoming available for interactive online community consultation, there is a possibility that an Active Transportation Plan could be budgeted for completion next year. Mooney agreed to keep in communication with the team on his progress or any barriers he runs into. He also encouraged the team to keep up the momentum and keep the public updated and involved.

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CSRD Receives $645,000 COVID-19 Restart Grant By Jo Anne Malpass The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is the recipient of a $645,000 grant under the COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant for Local Governments. At the November 19 CSRD Board meeting, a letter from the BC Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing was received. “This funding will support local governments as they deal with increased operating costs and lower revenue due to COVID-19. It will also ensure local governments can continue to deliver the services people depend on in their communities. Eligible costs will include: addressing revenues shortfalls; facility reopening and operating costs; emergency planning and response costs; bylaw enforcement and protective services like fire protection and police; computer and other electronic technology costs (to improve interconnectivity and virtual communications); services for vulnerable persons (e.g. persons living with disabilities, mental illness or addictions, persons experiencing homelessness or other vulnerabilities); and other related costs.” CSRD staff will be reviewing eligible costs and COVID-19-related expenses and will bring a report back to the Board in December. In other business at the November Board meeting, Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Mosquito Control Program – The Board authorized an expenditure of up to $2,500 plus applicable taxes from the approximately $50,000 operating reserve of the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Mosquito Control Program Budget to complete a pest management plan update. Recent discussions with BC Parks and the Little Shuswap Lake Band indicate there is support to restart the program in 2021, Team Leader, Environmental Health Services Ben Van Nostrand told Board. Evacuation Route Planning - Many communities within the Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) service area have only one access road both in and out of their communities. A comprehensive evacuation plan is critical for large scale evacuations in these areas. Work was undertaken in 2019 through this same funding program to develop evacuation plans for the rural communities in the SEP service area. This next funding application is designed to build on that ini(Continued on page 17)

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tial work to produce a plan with a higher level of resolution for use during emergency evacuations. The CSRD has submitted the application for $24,380 and will utilize the additional funding to build community specific evacuation “toolkits” that include mapping, vulnerable population identification, transportation infrastructure, and special requirements. Relationship Agreement Between CSRD and Little Shuswap Lake Band - The Board received an email from executive director of LSLB with a draft of a proposed agreement to formally commit to working together in areas of mutual interest and community benefit and establish priorities and procedures to move forward together in a collaborative, respectful manner. Area F Director Jay Simpson said he is encouraged by this document, signifying the Band wants to work on projects of common interest, adding the Band has significant economic development interests which closely align with South and North Shuswap. Board Chair Kevin Flynn, Director Simpson, Area C Director Paul Demenok and staff will meet soon to review the proposal and a report will come back to the Board for discussion. Housing Needs Report Grants - The Province of BC has brought in legislation requiring local governments to complete Housing Needs Reports in their jurisdictions and include data and recommendations in local Official Community Plans (OCP). In support of this new requirement, in 2019 the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing earmarked $5 million over the next three years to help fund the completion of these reports. Union of BC Municipalities administers this funding and considers application requests. In November 2019, the CSRD was successful in ob-

taining a $35,000 grant to complete Housing Needs Reports for Electoral Areas C and E; that project was completed in September 2020. UBCM has recently informed staff that the existing grant program to undertake these reports may be coming to an end with a possible last intake for the grant closing on November 13, 2020; therefore, in anticipation of the approval of the Board resolution, staff submitted the UBCM grant application to complete Housing Needs Reports for Electoral Areas B, D and F. Director Simpson said he was dismayed they are closing grant applications that are a requirement to any OCP updates. He said he was grateful to staff for applying before the grant opportunity closed. Secwepemc Landmarks Project – The Board approved an application to the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program to a maximum of $290,547 for the development and implementation of the Secwepemc Landmarks project. The intent of this grant application is to receive additional funds to continue the work of the Secwepemc Landmarks and Trail Sign Project, a project managed by the Shuswap Trail Alliance in partnership with Shuswap Tourism which received previous Rural Dividend funding to complete previous landmark installations in the Shuswap region. This project creates awareness of Secwepemc traditional territory through a series of iconic Landmarks (sculptures) situated at key, highly visited areas, which portray Secwepemc location names, culture, and stories throughout the Shuswap lakes region. Election of Chair and vice-chair - Kevin Flynn was elected by acclamation for his second year as Chair of the CSRD Board. He said it has been a challenging year, and he looks forward to another interesting and challenging year. Rhona Martin was elected by acclamation as vice-chair.

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stream banks and likely opening up new channels downstream. Dynamite was even used to help break up logjams. Also, during low water, the dam restricted flows, which caused the lower river to nearly go dry. According to local engineer and river specialist, Alan Bates, “one might expect the lower river to be fairly stable due to the moderating influence of Adams Lake.” However, given that the river is very dynamic, he thinks that “studying the changes along the lower Adams River over time (using available aerial photography) to determine the impacts of the splash dam and other natural and unnatural influences would make a good Ph.D. Thesis in fluvial geomorphology.” Fisheries and Oceans Canada did a study in 2015 that determined that steady accumulation of gravel in the south channel reduced its flow level and thus reduced habitat. The study attributed the aggradation to peak flows and sediment from Hiuhill and Nikwikwaia Creeks. This may have been a result of clear-cut logging in the upper (Continued on page 19)

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watersheds. As well, an attempt in 1974 by the Pacific Salmon Commission to open spawning channels ended up having the opposite effect. After examining Google Earth images from the previous 17 years, Bates has noticed how the high water levels in 2018 resulted in the river cutting off a meander bend, rerouting the main river flow south away from the viewing platform. This sediment likely moved downstream and blocked southern channels, which forced the river to move north and create a new island at the mouth. The federal government has had a gauge on the river since the early 1900s and the online data shows major peaks in volumes during the flood years of 1948, 1972, 1999, 2012 and 2018. Yet, it appears that only the last flood year resulted in significant changes at the mouth. Concerns about the loss of salmon habitat due to the river flow bypassing blocked side channels resulted in the unprecedented effort this spring to open up the channels with large excavators. Restoring habitat meant forcing it to flow in many side channels. This is likely how the river flowed in this area his-

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torically, given that the new Secwepemc name chosen for the park, Tsútswecw, means “many rivers” and was the commonly used place name for this part of the river. The question remains as to why the river suddenly shifted north at the mouth this October during low water. Bates explained how “the patterns of erosion and scour can change right near the mouth as Shuswap Lake recedes.” The online water flow data does show a spike on October 16 that was likely due to heavy rainfall, which could have contributed to the fan deposits pushing out into the lake causing some of the beach to be carried away and the river to suddenly move north. The old adage, “the only thing constant is change,” certainly applies to the Adams River, as no doubt the river will continue to move. Climate change could likely exacerbate the changes, given it is predicted to result in more extreme weather. As well, when the glaciers finally melt, river flows will decrease in the summer and fall, causing yet more problems for salmon spawning if there are any salmon left to spawn decades from now.

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By Mel Arnold MP North Okanagan – Shuswap Choices we make in sourcing the goods and materials we need to supply our homes and lives have effects, for better or worse, in our local communities and farther afield. The same can be said for systems of purchasing and procurement that are used by municipal, regional, provincial and federal governments. If Canadians and our various levels of governments make choices that strengthen and secure the chains supplying the goods we need during times of stability, the hope is that those chains will be strong enough to weather the storms of crisis and instability, storms such as those that we face today. Earlier this year, it became apparent that the Trudeau government’s inability to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Canada was the result of their choices. For example, as the pandemic was spreading in Canada, the Trudeau government chose to ship 16 tonnes of personal protective equipment (PPE) from our national stockpile to China. A few weeks later, Canada experienced a shortage of PPE items including face shields, masks and gloves because the government’s procurement system was based on capacities of foreign, not domestic, manufacturers and suppliers. For the most part it, was only after this critical shortage occurred that the government partnered with Canadian companies to increase PPE manufacturing for Canada, in Canada. Here in the North Okanagan – Shuswap, we are fortu-

nate to have an abundance of resources and a skilled workforce- two key components for maintaining a strong supply chain of goods and services for our communities. Supporting the individuals and businesses supplying us with goods and services during times of stability has hopefully provided them the strength to endure the current challenges so they will be there, continuing to produce and provide, when we need them the most. We are also at a time when those businesses and service providers need our support. As we near the end of 2020, we can help our communities, and our own future needs, by choosing to shop local whenever we have the choice to do so. Whether we are looking for Christmas gifts or groceries, I hope we will all give first consideration to the goods and services offered by our local communities, producers, manufacturers and retailers. Much goodness and quality can be found at our local shops, craft markets, local grocery stores and farm stands. The quality of goods and services delivered by our local and regional supply chains is exceptional, so please consider shopping local as much as possible and remember to abide by health directives while doing so, for all our sakes. As we close out 2020, I want to thank everyone who has provided me input on what you see as priorities for the federal government. I will continue to advocate for those priorities on your behalf. May you enjoy the best of the Holiday Season!

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Skmana Ski & Snowshoe Club Turns 30 By Kicker/Ski-Skmana Club “Skmana” was started by a small group of dedicated people who generously gave of their time and resources and the club continues to be operated 100% by its very committed and hardworking volunteers. In August 2020, Skmana Ski and Snowshoe Club marked 30 years as a registered non-profit society. However, the history of this ‘local gem’ dates back to the early 80’s. When a group from Chase and Pritchard were searching for a winter recreational area for cross country skiing and a tobogganing hill, they discovered Skmana Lakes lay in a snow belt. The site is located at the Skmana Lakes Forestry Recreation Site - approximately 20 minutes from Chase and easily accessible from both Chase and the North Shuswap, just north of Loakin-Bear Creek Rd., 8 km off the Adams Lake Rd. Before it became a recreational area, the Adams River Lumber Co. in early logging days, diverted the creek, damming the lake to hold logs for a flume that transported logs down to the Adams River. Skmana has over 14 kms of

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groomed classic x-country ski trails as well as a large offering of snowshoe trails. The trails are well marked and cover a wide range of breath-taking routes through natural forests, lakes and streams. There is a warming hut on site with a wood burning stove where you can take a break. COVID restrictions posted. The area is family and dog friendly! Skmana has very reasonable member-

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community through actions with kindness, love, and hope. Our eager fundraising plans were put on hold and a loss in revenues normally generated was to be expected… we were discovering our new normal. Clinic services became limited and patient visits were accomplished via telephone, video, and emails. Gail and her staff worked extremely hard to keep things safe for all and there was much anxiety through this time. We encouraged our community to manage and diminish COVID anxiety by finding positive stories of how our community was helping one another. “What the world needs now is Love, sweet Love!” April brought love & compassion as the Lions club pulled together an amazing little fundraiser! They spear headed a Volunteer Mask Making Event to supply our community with much needed personal face masks and donated the proceeds to the health centre. There are still clinic patients who continue to sew masks and donate the proceeds to the health centre. In June 4000 people signed our online petition for “keeping health care services in our community”. We were also able to hold our 2nd Annual NSHC Golf Event at Shuswap Lake Estate Golf Course, raising $10,000 through corporate sponsorship, community donations and event participation. July was an exciting month at NSHC! After 4 years of physician recruitment we were able to inform our community that “There was a fulltime doctor in clinic!” Dr. Domino Bucarelli joined the clinic team along with Dr. Dinesh Mistry, our main contract doctor who continues to (Continued on page 23)

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provide supervision and guidance to us. Dr. Bucarelli or “Dr. Domino” as most refer to her as, has been providing our community with excellent primary health care since the beginning of October. August’s COVID-19 protocols brought the cancellation of ‘The Great Scotch Creek Walk-About’, normally held in Shuswap Lake Provincial Park but September brought some good Samaritans from Triton Docks to the health centre for a measure! They measured, designed, built, installed, and donated a ramp to the health centre! Access in and out of the health centre is now much easier & safer for patients and emergency personal. This year, the health centre and the health society board has transformed! We have had to be flexible & creative to stay afloat. Donations, a CSRD grant in aid, corporate sponsorship, and a $40,000 loan through the Canada Emergency Business Account have provided much needed financial support. Our daily lives have changed significantly this year due to the pandemic, as the Board Chair & the Executive Director of the North Shuswap Health Centre, we are both humble and proud of our approach to this crisis. The health centre and the community at large have worked with necessary protocols to ensure that we all stay safe to ensure that our community services and health services could remain functional and accessible to our community during such a difficult time. • Men’s Cut • Ladies Cut • Color • Foils • Massage

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By Debbie Seymour North Shuswap Chamber Executive Director On October 25, several interested people joined us for a presentation with Dave Crowfoot and Craig Gudmundson from the Executive Team at Shuswap Backcountry Riders with respect to the possibility of having an organized ATV Club in our area. The Shuswap Backcountry Riders are an established club with over 94 members throughout Sicamous, Salmon Arm, Tappen and Fly Hills. The group organizes rides throughout the areas during the riding season, hosts special events, advocates for safe respectful use of the backcountry and is in a position to apply for grant funding for trail improvements. Dave Crowfoot regularly attends the Shuswap Trail Roundtable sessions which has connected him to a network of backcountry users, governing bodies and information. Believing in strength in numbers, the majority preferred to join with the Shuswap Backcountry Riders instead of opening a new club. In order to ensure the North Shuswap is well represented in the club, three representatives from our area have volunteered to work with Dave Crowfoot and the club. Many thanks to Dwayne Sarafinchin, Dean Holamy and

Russ Mussio for stepping forward. To join the Shuswap Backcountry Riders you do so through the atvbc.ca website and choose ‘Shuswap Backcountry Riders’ as your club. The fee is $60 for a single membership of which $40 goes to ATVBC and $20 goes to the Shuswap Backcountry Riders. ATVBC members receive substantial discounts on ORV insurance, maps and recreation guides and outdoor items. ATVBC provides grants for trail development and maintenance. There are also grants available from the ORV Trail Fund. In 2020, the Shuswap Backcountry Riders were successful in their grant application for the addition of two large kiosks at a trailhead and off-road vehicle friendly campground, picnic tables and trail maintenance. If you would like any more information feel free to touch base with Dave Crowfoot by email: info@backcountryriders.com or phone 403-512-9111 Website: shuswapbackcountryriders.com Follow them on Facebook @shuswapbackcountryriders and shuswapbackcountryrides Won’t be long until it will be time to ride again. We wish great rides to new places with new friends.

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Christmas is coming and as usual we all have someone on our list who is next to impossible to buy for. Fortunately, there are so many great tech gifts available right now that you are sure to find something that person doesn’t already have and would enjoy. Let’s start with Bluetooth devices. Anyone who currently owns a smartphone, tablet or computer can use a Bluetooth device. Bluetooth headphones, earbuds and speakers are all the rage currently and there are many to choose from for almost any sized budget. A word to the wise, if you are thinking headphones or earbuds, consider a noise canceling model. Those ones include technology that attempts to eliminate external noise and can be quite effective at doing so. An excellent choice for anyone who flies a lot (eventually). Next are wireless devices as a gift for anyone who has WiFi in their home (which is almost everyone). Voice assistants, media steamers and smart home devices make great gifts. Google and Alexa (Amazon) voice assistants are cheap, fun to use and helpful in the home. There are several models of each and some that include bigger speakers for better sound quality. All are extremely easy to set up and can answer questions about weather, news, local businesses and restaurants and help with scheduling appointments and reminders. They can also control many things in the home such as Smart devices, music systems and more. Media streamers are use-

ful for anyone without a Smart TV. They connect wirelessly to the Internet and provide Apps for streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Media Streamer examples include Roku, Amazon Firestick and Apple TV. There are also a myriad of Smart Home devices on the market right now. Everything from smart plugs, switches and light bulbs to thermostats and doorbells. Most are compatible with voice assistants so you can do some pretty cool stuff just by talking out loud such as turn on lights, adjust your heat and talk to people at your door. For those extra special people in your life, you might consider giving a tablet. Modern tablets are extremely powerful and can do so many things such as email, Internet surfing, games, take and edit pictures, play music, create documents, watch TV and much more. Apple iPads are considered premium tablets but there are many decent and cheaper ones out there as well. Samsung is likely the biggest competitor to Apple presently. If you are just looking for stocking stuffers, then think about USB flash drives, phone charging cables, wireless charging pads, external battery packs or touch screen pens. Here’s hoping that everyone has a wonderful Christmas despite what’s happening on the planet right now and that 2021 sees a return to normal for us. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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School Board Seeks Input on Revised Long Range Options By Larissa Lutjen Although the Board of School District 83 had planned to finalize a Long Range Facility Plan by last June, two new options have been added to the proposed plan which will affect North Shuswap students. An LRFP is designed to anticipate future enrolment and building condition demands for long-term planning purposes and as a prerequisite for funding requests from the province. Several factors are driving the decision making, including enrolment pressures at many schools in the Salmon Arm area and the desire to see students make fewer transitions through their school career. The first new option under consideration would create two grade 9-12 high schools at the Jackson and Sullivan sites in Salmon Arm. Several other options for possible Salmon Arm configurations, including an option for three high schools, were eliminated from the short list of options last spring. The other remaining choice would see two grade 7-9 middle schools at the Salmon Arm Middle and Jackson sites, and one 10-12 secondary school at the Sullivan site in Salmon Arm. The outcome between these two choices could affect some North Shuswap students attending high school in the fall of 2021 because the board is considering two proposed â&#x20AC;&#x153;soft-startâ&#x20AC;? options for a partial transition in the upcoming school year. The full change would be in place by fall of 2022. The second possible addition to the LRFP is to consult on the option of building a new high school in the Sorrento area for North Shuswap, Sorrento and Carlin students in the future. If the board decides to pursue this option, and if the province supports the plan, it would be many years before a school would be ready to open. Trustee for North and South Shuswap, Marty Gibbons, stated clearly that he cannot speak on behalf of the board about the proposal, but as a parent and resident of the South Shuswap he is pleased to see the possibility of adding a high school in the area being discussed, noting that the pressures at the Salmon Arm high schools are not going away and "If a 7-12 high school was to open next year it could potentially see 400 students attend it. A south Shus-

wap high school would also greatly reduce travel time as presently some students spend up to 3 hours commuting to and from Salmon Arm for classes". He added that, "The long range planning process is about long term planning not a short term fix. If a south Shuswap high school is included in the plan, it would require significant investment from the ministry of education, planning and constructing processes". For more information, go to sd83.bc.ca

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crossing the road in front of the bus. Buses only turn on the flashing lights when traffic needs to come to a halt and a vehicle passing a bus with flashing red lights could easily be endangering students. Bus drivers turn the lights off, sometimes allowing vehicles to pass, once they see that children have safely transitioned from the bus to their walk or drive home (or from their bus stop into the bus in the mornings). Kathrein is concerned about a rise in the number of drivers passing buses that have lights flashing. In February of 2020 only 9 red-light runners were counted by district drivers.

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Shuswap Trail Alliance Adds New Trails / Partnerships STA Release The Shuswap Trail Alliance (STA) continues to connect local and regional leadership as they work together to develop, operate, maintain, and promote a network of non-motorized trails, waterway, and hut-to-hut routes throughout the Shuswap watershed region. In 2020, the STA marked its 15th anniversary! Thank you to our many trail volunteers, supporters, and community partners who have helped us to reach this impressive milestone. For many of us, 2020 has been a strange and difficult year, both personally and professionally. With the tremendous support of our dedicated staff, sponsors, and, most importantly, volunteers like you, we have been able to get through this year unscathed and with many additional kilometres and hours of new trails that we’ve added to our beautiful Shuswap region. The work continues on the ambitious Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project that will provide a 50-kilometer connection between the communities of Sicamous and Armstrong, unfolding the true story within Secwepemc territory, protecting natural areas and habitat for wildlife, facilitating healthy outdoor recreational activities and travel options on foot and by bicycle, conserving heritage, cultural, and agricultural values, and encouraging further growth of recreational tourism. The STA was invited to support their Rail Trail as project manager for the development planning phase, assisting with community consultations, technical sub-consultants, and preparations for the capital fund raising campaign. For more information, visit the website at www.shuswapnorthokanaganrailtrail.com The STA also saw a continued engagement of the West Bay Trail Corridor discussion. This initiative, championed by Neskonlith Elder and Councillor Louis Thomas, Switzmalph Cultural Society Executive Director Bonnie Thomas, and Adams Lake Councillor Gina Johnny, seeks to more appropriately address the lack of adequate connectivity for pedestrian and bicycles between Adams Lake, Neskonlith, Little Shuswap Lake Bands, and the City of Salmon Arm. Support from our Provincial MLA and Federal MPs office has been notable. In early 2020 the Bands and City came together and signed a Memorandum of Under-

standing to work together on this important project. New trails built in 2020 included completion of 2019 additions to the South Canoe Trail System including Sweet Tears, Coffee Time and Upper Triangle, the Upper Slopes of the Shuswap Memorial Cemetery Park, and the North Fork Wild Historic Pack Trail Lower Loop extension. We were also delighted to support local trail efforts including the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Trail Society’s work on a new trail at the Thomas Hayes Conservation Park. The Shuswap Trail Alliance also worked on a couple of large environmental stewardship projects this year mechanically removing Yellow Flag Iris at White Lake and along the Turner Creek Trail, in partnership with Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society, and digging up burdock at Peter Jannink Park. In 2020, the STA also continued to support the development of the Secwepemc Landmarks and Trailhead Signage project that has made great strides forward, despite the pandemic. The artists are currently working on their art installations. Agreements with both the City of Salmon Arm and the Village of Chase are in place for the installment of the main landmarks, which will be located at the Marine Peace Park in Salmon Arm and the Chase Memorial Park. A very special word of gratitude to the project coordinating team of Adams Lake Councillor Shelley Witzky, Project Coordinator Libby Chisholm, Technical advisor Sutra Brett, and the Knowledge Keepers circle of elders from the four Secwepemc lakes communities. With people looking to get outside even more during the COVID-19 pandemic, this year saw an unprecedented increase in trail usage for all trail user groups. Wondering how you can play a part in the maintenance and creation of the amazing greenways in the Shuswap? This Christmas we are looking for more members to join the Alliance (memberships are $20 each) and donations to “buy” metre(s) of trail. People can also help build the new Rail-Trail by making a donation to the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Capital Campaign. More information on the STA, how to become a member, and the muchanticipated Rail Trail can be found at www.shuswaptrailalliance.com.

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Submitted by Karen Boulter NSFR is happy to announce that our group of dedicated members is now able to respond to emergency calls once again. With new protocols in place and the newly required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) available, we are prepared to safely and proficiently attend all calls whenever BC Ambulance Services dispatches us to your location. If you do require an ambulance and call 911, BCAS will have questions for you regarding your, or anyone in your household’s, possible exposure to COVID-19. As well, they will ask you about symptoms that relate to the coronavirus disease. These questions will be in addition to the usual questions related to your need for an ambulance. Rest assured, BCAS will already have dispatched an ambulance to your address while the operator continues to gather this information. Once they determine NSFR should be dispatched, we will receive a call out, as well. The answers you provide to BCAS will help determine the additional level of safety protocols for all involved when we and BCAS attend the scene of your accident, illness, or other medical emergency. Thank you for your patience and continued support.

We are happy to be allowed to serve members of our communities, once again. Together “We Make a Difference.” If you are interested in joining our FR Society, please email Catherine McCrea at cm.nsbc@gmail.com If you would like to borrow home care medical supplies such as crutches, walkers, walking casts, shower chairs, etc, free of charge, from the First Responders Society, please contact Don Devine at donedevine@gmail.com or call 250-955-2101 to make arrangements and find out more about what we have available. If you have equipment at home that you are no longer using, please consider donating the items to our Society. At present, we are hoping to obtain wheelchairs that will be available for other members of our communities to use while recuperating, or to use until a more permanent wheelchair can be obtained. To order your green with white reflective address sign, just $35, please contact Margaret Needham at 250-6792334 or ma.needham49@gmail.com today. These signs are invaluable when we are trying to find you in an emergency situation. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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A North Shuswap Rapunzel Lets Down her Hair - Again - for a Good Cause By Larissa Lutjen Consequently, she searched The tragedy of a childhood for a place where she could cancer diagnosis is compound- donate it and found the Wigs ed by the many unpleasant for Kids organization that only side effects that come with accepts unpermed or undyed treatment, inhair because it's cluding hair for kids. On loss. November 3rd In 2006, the of this year she organization went to Tangles Wigs for Kids Salon in Salmon BC was created Arm and again out of a fundcut off 12 inches raising camto be donated. paign for a canShe chose Tancer survivor gles because a faced with athairdresser, Rea tending her high Strahan from school graduaAnglemont who tion with a works there had “fried-looking” been recomsynthetic wig. mended by a Supporters befriend. Smith gan to raise the (Hall), who is a $3,000 needed Property Managto purchase a er at Century 21 human hair wig in Scotch Creek, and when over posted the story $24,000 was of her donation donated, Wigs on Facebook and for Kids BC was in turn inspired formed in parttwo other peonership with BC ple, sisters DaChildren's Hoskota and Avis pital. Deneault, from The organiChase to donate zation provides their locks, also free customin November. fitted humanAlthough there Before and after, Charlotte has are other organihair wigs for 12” of her hair cut to donate zations who kids who have to Wigs for Kids BC lost their hair accept donations due to cancer of hair that are and other serishorter or have ous illnesses and also helps been dyed, Wigs for Kids refamilies cover the cost of es- quires hair to be a minimum sential drugs and feeding sup- of 10 inches long and not plies not covered by MSP. permed or coloured. Grey Although for most kids the hair, however, is accepted. hair loss following treatment Donations can be mailed diis temporary, getting back to rectly to the wig maker in their normal activities can be Vancouver through the adhard without hair or a good dress on their website. It takes quality wig. 10 to 12 ponytails of donated When Charlotte Smith hair to make one wig. Last (Hall) decided to cut off her year 125 cases of childhood long hair ten years ago she cancer were treated at BC knew it had value because it Children's Hospital. was unpermed and undyed.

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Wow time has flown by even with COVID 19 about. We’re hoping this update is finding everyone well and looking forward to Christmas even if you may not have your whole family at home with you this year. The Hall has been lit up for the enjoyment of our community and to help lift the spirits of people passing by. We would like to thank Troy Pinkus and Karla Lambert for spearheading this

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Lions Club News By Ted Danyluk The top five places to visit after the pandemic is over are Machu Pichu in Peru, the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, Stonehenge in England, the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Grand Canyon in Arizona. So, since the pandemic is here for a while, the place to be on a Saturday afternoon is the Lions Meat & 50/50 Draw at The Hub in Scotch Creek. Every week from 3-5:00 p.m. As a result of ticket sales being flatter than a tire without air, our 1st Annual Car Rally that was to be held in November had to postponed. The plan is to “pump up” sales over the winter for the event to be held this spring. More info will be “aired” in upcoming Kicker articles. The North Shuswap Lions, through our Community Gaming Grant fund, donates each year a substantial amount of money targeted for BC residents to the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guide program. In the early 1980's Lions Clubs across Canada sought to develop a national project to reflect their service to Canadians with visual impairments. The result was Lions Foundation of Canada and its founding program, Canine Vision Program, which was established in 1985. Since then the Lions Foundation of Canada now trains Dog Guides to assist Canadians with a wide range of disabilities. These include people who are blind or visually impaired, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, children who have autism spectrum disorder, people with a physical or medical disability, people

who have epilepsy, people who have diabetes, and for professional agencies assisting individuals in traumatic situations. Through the help of a Dog Guide, Canadians with disabilities are offered the opportunity to find greater independence, mobility and safety. Depending on the program, Dog Guides are trained to perform a set of basic skills that are useful to all handlers. However, some of their training is also tailored to meet the specific needs of their future handler. In the final stage of training, the client and Dog Guide train and live together at a facility in Oakville, Ontario for two to four weeks. This helps to ensure that the new working team develops a bond and prepares them for their next step - returning home. Here is a reminder that our Club meets twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday in the main hall of the North Shuswap Community Hall in Celista. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. Since September our membership has dropped by a few folks who have unfortunately moved away. As with all community support organizations in the North Shuswap, our Lions Club needs adults of all ages who enjoy “volunteering” to fill those empty seats. Our meetings are Covid friendly as we maintain social distancing, wear masks and bring our own chairs. If you have any questions, are interested in attending a meeting, or need more information please contact Tom Price at 250-5746104 or esgipacific@cablelan.net or any Club member.

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By Denise Meier The North Shore has had its first taste of winter weather, and I sincerely hope everyone has had a chance to make sure all their winter preparations are in order. Now all we need to do is get those Christmas decorations up. I plan to make a little extra effort this year to make our home look festive from the outside for everyone to enjoy as they drive by. Lakeview Community Centre will be shut down completely as of December 1st. Bonnie Henry and the BC Government have set new guidelines that have made this decision necessary. This situation will be revisited in the New Year as things change. We hope everyone has access to social media as a method of keeping in touch with the people in their lives that mean so much to them. We also hope anyone who is alone is checked on by neighbours to ensure their physical and mental health survives the increased lockdown. This will be an unusual Christmas season for everyone, but the hope is that the

sacrifices we make this winter will mean that next winter we will all still be able to celebrate. The vaccines are on the way. If you are interested in becoming a member, you can join now at a prorated cost of $5.00 for the balance of 2020. 2021 dues are accepted now and due at the beginning of the year for $20.00 per person, or $40.00 per family. You can find our membership form on our webpage at https:// www.lakeviewcommunitycent resociety.com/. Financial contributions can also be made and tax receipts can be issued. We prefer payments are made online via e-transfer to the Lakeview e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com , or call 250-682-6235 to make alternate arrangements. With continued support from our community we will be able to keep our facility functioning as we head into 2021, and hopefully be able to reinstate our programs as soon as possible in the New Year. Stay safe out there, and be kind.

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Letter to the Editor Silver Lining is Apparent We around the World have journeyed through a year, that if you turn off the box (TV), a silver lining is apparent. It seems that what we have been doing for so long to ourselves and to our planet has come to a precipice. With a Pandemic set upon us, many had the opportunity to break from the constant go go go of the nine to five. Now if a person is not feeling well, they are permitted to stay home and get the rest that is needed. The people who keep the world afloat, and so could not stop, are highlighted, our essential workers, the people who come to work at our local stores. I pray that we all have a greater appreciation. Thank you! Also, industry slowed down to the point where blue skies were seen again. An eye opener to see how quickly change can come about. The first time the World as a whole is affected, every corner, all communities, big or small, thus bringing us together in one common thread. A compassion for humanity ripples through our planet. People connect around the Globe in hopes to support one another, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Many are striving to come up with new, better ways to move forward out of the situation we are in. No matter where you are, we are in this together. What a learning experience and opportunity to grow

on an individual and global level. Being put inside, while difficult for many, was a time to go inward. People started to discover new talents, read books, bake bread and reach their loved ones whom they hadn't had time for before. We learned about viruses. Taking the fear away, we know that they are part of our human biome, a means for genetic upgrading. There is a common goal, a shared path that unites us all. If all politics and opinions are put to the side, we see that everyone strives for the same things, happiness, peace, prosperity, comfort, joy and love. When sitting in these times of adversity, the spirit of resilience sparks up around the Earth. We no longer shall see ourselves as victims but rather victorious. March 2020 began this story in which we are still witnessing its unfolding. New hopeful information continues to come forth; our survival rate being 96 to 99.9%. We will learn to protect what and who needs to be protected. Everything happens for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Through every struggle, there is a blessing waiting on the other side. Let us not forget all of the good things and wonderful people right in front of us. The sun is still shining! Rainbow Kent

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LUNCH HOUR SUPERVISORS WANTED School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) is in need of qualified candidates to serve as Lunch Hour Supervision Aides on a casual basis. Lunch Hour Supervision Aides provide supervision and care of students during the noon hour lunch break under the direction of school Principals. Shifts are 45 minutes per day and the rate of pay is $21.12 per hour with service required on an as needed basis. Qualifications include the ability to relate well with students, staff and the public, and maintain student discipline. Duties and responsibilities include the supervision of play and lunch areas both inside or outside the school during noon hours, and the provision of basic first aid care as necessary. Please submit your application including three references to: Make a Future at www.makeafuture.ca. Please indicate the school you are interested in serving. We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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By Jan Penner you, our readers, for possibiliWhen I write Name That ties. Thing, I start with a picture. Some of you were thinking Most of the time, I am fortualong the same lines as me. nate in that the person provid- We had guesses of safety pin, ing the picture is aware of diaper pin, and kilt pin. what the item is, and all I have Thanks for those, but no. I to do is find information on its liked the possiorigin and original bility of a cookLast Month’s Thing use. That in itself ie dough scoop Cookie Dropper can be a chalbut it doesn’t lenge. I am not a really scoop. historian and as A BBQ tool such, I am not seemed promalways aware of ising but alas, the best sites for no luck there gleaning inforeither and it mation about anhas nothing to tiques. Most of cause friction so it doesn’t the time, I am lucky enough to make sparks. I was becoming find the item and enough of a very discouraged. description to share with you. Then, after hours of This item was confounding. searching and hundreds of A number of months ago, pictures scanned, there it was! Margorie Ingerman sent us a Listed as a butter or soft photo of our mystery item. cheese cutter. Hmmm. MarShe shared that it came to her jorie has held it in her hand in a bag of yarn and and tells us it does knitting and crochetnot cut cheese or Name That Thing ing paraphernabutter. Plus, I lia, that had becould only longed to a 90find it posted year-old womby 2 people an. She has and could not shared it with find any sign friends and famof it anywhere ily, members of else. Until… her church, there it was members of a again! Listed as craft guild and a cake slicer! even people at the Euphoria!? gym. It does not Nope. That cut butter or picture seemed cheese, has no to be mislabeled sharp edges and and led to a site no one she knows can identify that doesn’t exist and I could what it is. find no further sign of the obBecause it was with craft- ject when I checked cake slicing supplies, I started my ers. search with knitting, sewing, Finally though, we appear tatting, and crocheting tools. to have an answer! Jody Croft There was no sign of it. Rack- has identified it as a cookie ing my brain for possibilities, I dough slicer and has her own then tried kilt pins, diaper pins, to prove it! She sent a video weaving, went back to crafting showing it being used. I have tools and gave up. I thought since found the item on-line, perhaps we could appeal to (Continued on page 37)

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described as a vintage cookie dropper. This kitchen utensil is used to slice off a piece of cookie dough from a mixing bowl and then the lever is squeezed to release or drop the dough onto the cookie sheet. Wow! Jody, thanks very much for solving this mystery! Congratulations also to Jody as coincidentally she was also randomly chosen as this month’s $25 winner! Jody has graciously decided to donate her winnings to the North Shuswap Food Bank. Here is our next item. Keep your guesses coming and you could be our next winner of $25!

Chase and District Fish & Game Club By Secretary, Helen Dalin The CDFGC continues to meet and forge ahead during these new normal times. A group of hard-working volunteers met at St. Ives where a generous citizen donated the steel roofing off his cabin for the building of the pistol shed at the range. The volunteers needed to remove the roofing from the cabin roof and transfer the sheets up to the range for use in the spring. The pistol shed and pistol range is a big project that the club has been working on for awhile. A big thank you to Terry Berreth for all his organizing to get this project started and completed. Another completed project for the club was some new sturdy stairs going up to the top of the high house. A big thank you to Ian Bischoff of Celista for cutting the lumber for this project. This was very appreciated since the price of lumber has skyrocketed lately. Well it is almost the end of the year and this means 2021 memberships will be needed to get into the range. New memberships forms should be available at the beginning of December for 2021. You can download them online or get from U Brew on 1st Ave. The lock on the gate will be changed January 1st. You will need a 2021 membership and a Range Orientation to get a key. You only need one orientation, but you need a new key every year. The keys cost $5 a year extra. Membership dues have also increased by $10 for 2021 Adult ($70), Family ($90) and Seniors over 65 memberships ($65). There will no longer be Junior or Associate memberships offered. CDFGC will no longer (Continued on page 38)

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LASS Innovates to Offer Services / Unplug & Play By Larissa Lutjen The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap (LASS) held its Annual General meeting on October 22 via Zoom, an internet meeting website. The fact that the meeting could not be held in person speaks to the challenges LASS has faced in continuing its work through months of COVID-19 safety measures. Plans for LASS's annual Unplug and Play event were discussed and since the AGM, it has been announced it is set to take place January 25-30. “Being mindful of the pandemic, we feel we've found a solution this year that will serve families all across the Shuswap while being safe and socially responsible. Unplug & Play will still have both in-person events (ex: snow shoeing, story walks), as well as at-home events (ex: snowman building and crafts). We will not have any online content but encourage parents to email photos of their family's best at-home creations to be shared on our social media. Local organizations interested in hosting or participating in events should contact us at 250-463-4555, or admin@shuswapliteracy.ca. Our cutoff date is December 11, so please include an outline of your plans that we can use in our preparation.” The One to One Reading program, which is funded and coordinated by the society,

pairs community volunteers with school kids in need of some extra time spent on reading. Terra Stephenson, LASS's One to One District Coordinator, reported that in the 2019-20 school year 125 students were enrolled in the program in 17 schools. This year the regular in-school format could not be followed so Terra has trained 26 tutors to be available to help students via Zoom. Although the number of students and volunteers who can participate is limited by access and comfort with the technology, students are now able to meet with tutors outside school hours and to participate as a homeschooled student. The second important program that LASS offers is their Cyber Seniors technology training. The program is offered free and covers basics like setting up an email account, searching the internet and saving files. There are currently 40 volunteers who are helping 62 seniors learn to use computers, and now also tablets and smart phones. The pace and scope is determined by the personal interests of the seniors and has this year included helping to access Government Services online. In the upcoming year the society plans to focus on expanding three more programing areas: Seniors Online Literacy and Safety, Seniors Technology Empowerment, and Teenagers Online Literacy and Social Media Safety.

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be able to do a banquet for fundraising so it was decided at the AGM dues will have to increase. Even with the increase, CDFGC has some of the lowest dues in the province. Trap and Skeet practice runs all winter except when it gets bitterly cold. The usual day is the second Sunday of the month. If temperatures are reasonable, and we aren’t struggling with an outrageous snowfall, Trap and skeet shooting will continue. Shotgun shooters are a hardy bunch! We just bundle up and there is always a fire going in the shed for warmth with hot coffee available.

CDFGC plans on holding a raffle in the New Year for fundraising. We are hoping to raffle off a nice rifle like we would have at our banquet. Rifle tickets have been our most popular ticket at the banquet so we hope sales will go well. Keep on the lookout for more information on this topic. Our meeting is usually the 3rd Monday of the month. Our next meeting has been changed to December 14 at 7 pm at Creekside rather than the 21st since that date is so close to Christmas. Hope to see you there.

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School News

By Jan Penner The 2020-2021 school year continues to present challenges to us all. At North Shuswap Elementary, both staff and students seem to be muddling through. We recently had our Goal Setting meetings. As explained last month, this is when teachers and students formulate a goal – social, emotional or academic - for the student to strive to meet. It gives the students an opportunity to reflect on their learning, their achievements, and a goal they themselves want to reach. Then, the teacher, the student and the parent meet to formulate a plan incorporating everyone’s responsibilities to help the student reach the goal. We were fortunate that it was possible at our school to have meetings in person, and over ½ of our families came in, with the rest meeting online. These days everything has a learning curve and our Remembrance Day “Assembly” was no different. There were a few technical difficulties but we managed to gather in our separate classrooms and still be together on line. Thanks to Mr. Rosman for setting things up and allowing us to observe this important occasion with as much ceremony as possible. Some may have noticed

Cougar Wear hanging in the office window. We expect that soon staff and students will be sporting the new duds with pride. Go Cougars! The Scotch Creek Bottle Depot is collecting on behalf of the school. If anyone in the community would like to donate their recyclable containers to the school, simply drop them off at the depot and let the lovely folks there know. They graciously sort them and credit the refund to the school. Thank-you, in advance, for your generosity! There will of course, not be a public Christmas Concert this year. Mr. Marshall is hoping to have a virtual presentation, similar to the Talent Show he compiled in the Spring. Watch for e-mails/ newsletter/ school website bulletins regarding how to view performances. A big thanks to Mr. Marshall for attempting this presentation! At this point, we continue to see our children daily and we are thankful to be able to do so. Please continue to follow suggested protocols in an effort to keep us all safe and healthy. Your respect for yourself and others with regards to social distancing, hand washing and wearing masks helps keep schools safe and accessible. Have a wonderful Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!

2020 Christmas Bird Count By Claudette Carlsen The 2020 Christmas Bird count will be going ahead as per usual this year on Tuesday, December 29. I hope the weather will be good at this time. On the subject of other birds, here in Chase we have lots of House Sparrows and House Finches coming to our feeder. Occasionally, there is one male Evening Grosbeak, one Stellar Jay and the usual American Collared Doves. On November 10, I counted 101 Eagles on the Thompson River but on November 20, there were only 35 – I guess

they have all left for the Coast. But the Swans are back again. As usual, we will be counting on the North Shuswap to Sorrento and up to White Lake. Jack and I will be doing Magna Bay to Celista again so if you have a feeder and would like us to come and count, we will be happy to. Just phone me at 250-679-8148 and we will be happy to come. The Count Potluck will be at my house again in Chase. If anyone would like to come, they will be very welcome - we will be observing the protocol for the COVID as close as possible.

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A Nativity Scene created by Maria Baratta The angel was joined by an angelic choir singing: “Glory to God in the highest; and on earth, peace and good will to all.” (Luke 2:14) Sadly, due to the seriousness of the COVID 19 virus, we still are unable to hold in-church services We invite you to journey to Christmas in your hearts and spread the love of Christ For updates, contact us at worship@stdavidschurch.info phone: 955-6467 or 955-8129 Check out our website: www.stdavidschurch.info Blessings from St. David’s by the Lake on the highway in Celista

By Margaret McCormick It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year … and even though it’s perhaps one of the strangest times this year, celebrating with wonderful tastes, recipes handed down from generations and traditional treats will remain a highlight of the holiday season. Many businesses in the Shuswap have gotten creative and are offering a variety of ways for you to enjoy your holiday. Here is our round up of local suggestions. Chef Whittaker and his team at Quaaout have put together some inspiring options that mean you don’t have to do any cooking, just simply enjoy. A ‘Holiday Meal for Six’ fully cooked and ready to eat is available for pick up or, if you don’t want to do the dishes, Jack Sam’s is taking reservations for a crafted three course Christmas dinner with all the fixings and at $55 is a very good gift to the tired cook in your house! And yes, it includes their amazing bannock! Check out their website for these and other holiday specials including cozy Christmas getaways with Los Lobos truffles … Speaking of Los Lobos Artisans, Taste of the Shuswap was very excited to recently discover this young team of culinary artisans. Making their name in the dessert business, Kara and Justine are Red Seal pastry chefs who are expanding their offerings to include Christmas themed SHUboxes full of locally sourced and inhouse made goods. They have partnered with local craftsman Monique Cusson who creates gorgeous charcuterie boards and we think big things are in store for this dynamo team. Check out their Instagram feed @losobosartisan for their Christmas Special details and keep an eye out for their rebranding to SHUcuterie soon. If you haven’t heard of or seen the culinary visual delights from Zana of @thefridgelight you really should. A self-taught baker with a professional Cook and take out Professional background, Zana has been creating and

delivering her gorgeous cakes and locally sourced charcuterie boxes with fantastic reviews. For the holiday season, Zana is offering several Christmas Cookie Boxes with partial proceeds going to charity. Due to the custom work required, The Fridge Light books up very quickly so if you are interested in having Zana’s creations as part of your holiday, don’t delay. We just love visiting her mouth-watering Instagram feed. The Scotch Creek Hub is busy dreaming up ways to support our winter sledding guests with specially curated lunches that can be made over an open fire (how cool is that) and making us drool over their Friday Donuts Day over at the Café. If you’re looking for a break from cooking, you’ll also find the Ross Creek Store weekly specials right here on the back page of the Kicker. A couple of stocking stuffer suggestions to support our local food merchants include Shuswap Coffee Christmas Packs (3 flavours found at local grocery outlets and online), Shuswap Super Seasonings (4 flavours, 2 sizes found at The Handmade Shoppe in Salmon Arm) and Red Truck Foods delicious chutneys and relishes (perfect for your charcuterie board and made right here in the North Shuswap and available on their Facebook page). While we hear that most of Celista Estate Wineries whites and reds were sold out this summer (congrats!), you may be lucky enough to get a nice red in your stocking this year. Whatever local food experience you choose, please remember the North Shuswap Food Bank needs your help too. Consider a cash or inkind donation please. From the Taste of the Shuswap to you, please have yourselves a safe and special holiday season. You can find Taste of the Shuswap on Instagram @TasteoftheShuswap and on our website www.TasteoftheShuswap.ca. Please follow along with us!

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• .Become a Lion - Please consider joining fiction Christmas books, a Christmas DVD, this vibrant NS Lions Club; couples and individuals are invited. FMI please contact Tom Price at 250-574-6104 or talk to any Lion member. • Doctors in the Clinic - Call NS Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or check nshealthcentre.ca for doctors dates, clinic services and availability of doctors to accept phone visits. See ad page 26 • Parade Cancelled - The community is encouraged to view light displays at NS Community Hall, the tree on Wharf Rd intersection and at local businesses and homes. • Food Bank Donations - nonperishable food, pet food, and/or gifts can be dropped off at Scotch Creek and Ross Creek Markets until December 11 for NS Christmas hampers. Hampers distributed Dec. 16. • 2021 NS Historical Society Calendar featuring logging in the North Shuswap, on sale at Ross Creek Store, Scotch Creek Market and Society members. • Volunteers Wanted - Are you 19 years of age or older? Are you looking for a community cause to support in the North Shuswap? Can you commit to a few hours a month? NS Health Society is looking for you! Apply at northshuswaphealthsociety@gmail.com • Registration Country Kids Playschool (Celista) - Mon. & Wed. 9 am – 12 pm. Children need to be 3 years old by Dec. 31 and toilet trained. We also have Pyjama Storytime at the South Shuswap Library on Dec. 15. You must pre register at nsscr.ca. • Flu Shots - Check with NS Health Centre & PharmaChoice Scotch Creek. To find a clinic/pharmacy providing flu shots, go to https://immunizebc.ca/finder •Christmas Bird Count - Dec. 29. Call Claudette at 250-679-8148 to participate. •Book Life Labs Appointment - Life Labs is now taking appointment bookings at North Shuswap Health Centre. You need a my ehealth account. Go to lifelabs.com, click book an appointment, sign in, find a location using your address, click on the calendar date, chose a time. Book by phone at 1-800-7407477. Walk-in service still available. CHASE • Country Christmas - Parade cancelled but please vote for your favourite tree in the “Light up Chase” fundraiser, online from Dec. 4-14 on Chase Country Christmas Facebook page. Some trees displayed at local businesses and others at Nationwide Appliances. • Chase Library Santa Sack – Pick up a bag of holiday cheer for children. Each bag

a colouring sheet and some seasonal fun. Materials will be checked out to your account and have regular loan periods. Beginning Dec. 1. Contact library to request Santa Sack. chalib@tnrd.ca or 250.679.3331 • Skmana Ski & Snowshoe Club 2020/2021 Season. Ski or snowshoe through amazing wilderness, located only 20 minutes from Chase. Day use fee or memberships. ski-skmana.com for a membership link and info or call Debi Kalinin 250 -371-1602 SOUTH SHUSWAP • Virtual Gingerbread Contest - 5 age categories, All children who enter get free hot chocolate at Spinnaker Café. DEADLINE Dec 10. Hosted by Shuswap Arts Council. FMI shuswapcullture.ca •South Shuswap Library - Open for “Browse and Borrow” service. Computers are available. We ask that you sanitize your hands and wear a mask. Using self-checkout is encouraged. We have two new “wifi” spots for use at the Library with two chairs available to use for one hour per day. Relax and read a book, study or use your own device. PJ Story Time Dec. 15 from 6:00 to 6:45pm. Families must register at www.nsscr.ca to attend. Join library staff online for stories, songs and fun with Story Time. Online registration is required to access Zoom link information for ALL online programs. Please include your email. http:// orl.evanced.info/signup/Calendar Christmas Stories: Thurs. Dec. 17, 3:30 to 4:00 PM. We also have American Sign Language and French Story Times! Check online at www.orl.bc.ca Christmas closure Last day open to the public is Dec. 23, will reopen Jan. 2 at 10am. Book drop locked during the Christmas closure. •The Smile Mission Dental Clinic - Dental hygiene days offered at Copper Island Health Centre in Blind Bay. Dec 18. Call for an appointment 250-833-9923. ONLINE / WEBINARS etc. • 2020 CP Holiday Train - Serena Ryder and The Trews will headline the “CP Holiday Train at Home” concert, with performances by JoJo Mason, Logan Staats and Kelly Prescott. Visit facebook.com/canadian.pacific or @Canadian.Pacific on Facebook to watch the live premiere on Sat. Dec. 12 at 5 pm Pacific. • CSRD Board Meeting - Thursday, December 10. Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca. Agenda available approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

The Night Before Christmas at Kicker HQ by Larissa Lutjen illustrated by Sacha Lutjen-LaBelle

T'was the Night Before Christmas And all along the North Shore Not a citizen was stirring Not even Katie Moore

She was dressed all in black From her head to her toes With a belt made of silver And jewels that glowed

The bottles were nestled All snug in their bins While Doug and his crew Slept on with small grins

Her eyes how they flashed In spite of a frown The burden of news stories Clearly getting her down

The carols had been sung At the Ecotreats square In hopes of free lattes Made by Carlos with care

She spoke not a word But went straight to her work Downloading files With an odd little smirk

And Jo Anne with her cocoa And Tracy with some chai Were just logging off And were saying goodbye When what on the horizon Should they see airborne But a golden chariot And one winged unicorn

There were snowstorms & fires A new RV resort A federal election And RCMP reports And clicking a button On a screen that was blue And giving a nod Out the doorway she flew

With a hip, modern driver So cool and so scary, They knew in a moment It was the newsmaker fairy

The chariot rose To her charge she gave a whistle And they were instantly gone At the speed of a missile

And then in a twinkling They saw come through the door That wild-haired fairy Floating just above the floor

But they heard her exclaim In a voice that was clear “2020 is done Have a Happy New Year!”

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40. Start over 41. Keepsake 43. A type of organic compound 44. Redeemer 46. Strong flexible twig 47. Typefaces 48. Open, as a bottle 49. Apprehensive 50. Type of sword 51. Somersault 53. Annoying insect 56. Spy agency 57. East southeast Puzzle 1 - Medium

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250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca

DECEMBER 2020

FOR SALE

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$7 up to 25 words; .20 ₵ each add’l word. Display ad, First inch is $12 then $2.25 per 1/4” after (pls tx). Drop ads at one of our boxes: Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Supermart in Celista, Ross Creek Country Store in Magna Bay or 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont BC, V0E 1M8. Questions call 250-955-0534

Deliveries Available North Shuswap and Area Call / text

250-318-4452

NEW - 400 sq ft, 16 inch slate interlocking tile. Sky light, never used, paid $1600 asking $700 OBO. Call Howard 250-679-3516

HELP WANTED We are looking for someone to do snow removal in Magna-bay on regular basis. Need the driveway and sidewalks done. If interested please contact sherry at 780 360 9215 or email at sherry67@telus.net.

January Deadline - December 18

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The Canvas Man

Do you want to work? If you have a car and a valid driver’s license, We have work. Call or email us: 250-955-6166 canvasmanworld@gmail.com We’ll decide if you’re worth keeping around.

North Shuswap Library

DIAL 9–1–1 FOR EMERGENCIES

3867 Squilax-Anglemont Rd.

Cash Cheque E-transfer

Sudoku - Medium

Sudoku - Easy

Located at the Centre in Scotch Creek

Chase Detachment Office 250-679-3221 If you have any tips on local crime call CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477

Total months -

Address: Looking for local care/support evening/weekend work with elderly or disabled. Willing to cook/ clean. 250-863-1090

* must be paid in advance*

250-955-8198 Open: Tues Noon - 5, Wed & Fri 11 - 4, Sat 11 - 4

TRANSFER STATION Scotch Creek Seymour Arm Fri - Tues 8am - 2pm Closed Wed & Thurs Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day - Closed

Saturday 1pm - 5pm Closed Statutory Holidays

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Email: aimroads@acciona.ca Ministry Contact 1-250-503-3664

Anglemont Waterworks After Hour Emergencies 1-877-996-3344

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Adams River Salmon Society.. info@salmonsociety.com Anglemont Estates Waterworks

After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344 Regular hours 250-832-8194 Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Rob MacDuff at 250-505-2781 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250.515.3276 AWE Society.. email: awesociety7@gmail.com Baseball Club.. Melissa Bischoff.. mellybischoff@yahoo.ca Blind Bay Garden Club…Susan 250-835-2351 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE North Shuswap - Angela Lagore 250-320-2012 South Shuswap - Karen Brown 250-515-0002 Chase - 250-679-8432 Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019 COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS Lakeview Community Centre ♦Hall Bookings ..Jim Dingeldein 250-682-6235 NS Community Association.. Pat Bauer 250-955-6463 ♦Hall Bookings – Kim Morgan 403-819-0863 Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833-7610 Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA) – Barry Stokes, 250-675-3306 Country Kids Play School.. Alanna Stearns 250-679-3005 Country Gardens Garden Club.. Chris Trueman 250-955-6467 CRIMESTOPPERS.. 1-800-222-8477 Crowfoot Snowmobile Club.. 250-682-3350 CSRD - Area F Director.. Jay Simpson – 250-517-9578 FIRE DEPARTMENTS Anglemont - Graham Lucas - 250-318-7157 Celista - Roy Philips - 250-804-3349 Scotch Creek/Lee Creek - Colton Barker 250-253-2020 Skwlax - Keith Power - 250-679-4472 Fire Services Coordinator - Sean Coubrough, 250-833- 5955 FIRST RESPONDERS NS First Responders Phyllis Shrum 250-955-2949 NS First Responder Society.. Catherine McCrea cm.nsbc@gmail.com SS First Responders.. Debbie Edwards - email: backacher@telus.net. Girl Guides .. 1-800-565-8111 Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon.. Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 HEALTH SERVICES NS Health Centre Society - Lorna Joy Pawluk 780-721-2293 North Shuswap Health Clinic - 250-955-0660 Chase Medical Clinic - 250-679-1420 Chase Health Centre - 250-679-1400

DECEMBER 2020

SS Health Services Society - Sue McCrae 250-675-3562 Sorrento Health Centre – 250 803-5251 Sorrento Health Centre Society – Marilyn Clark, 250-675-2449 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-0981 Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-682-3094 Lions Club.. Tom Price 250-574-6104 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 Notch Hill Cemetery Society - Louise 250-253-5776 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-517-7111 NS Elementary School.. Paul Rosman 250-955-2214 Okanagan Regional Library.. North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-955-8198 South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955-2214 Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION Anglemont Magna Bay - Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Scotch Creek - Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 St. Ives - Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 School District # 83 Trustee Marty Gibbons mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott, 250-3074360, seymoursledding@gmail.com Shuswap Community Foundation .. 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 1-866-293-3851 www.slams.ca Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon 250-832-4588 Shuswap Rock Club.. Pat or Gail Bowden 250-675-2849 Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca, web: www.SWOA.ca Skmana Ski club .. Email: skiskmana@gmail.com / Web: ski-skmana.com South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Tammy Packer 250-463-2495 shuswapcanadaday.ca Taoist Tai Chi .. Judy 250-679-5425 Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359

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DECEMBER 2020

BRENTWOOD PATIO COVERS Serving Kamloops, Thompson & Nicola Valleys, and the Shuswap

Engineered Aluminum Patio Covers Aluminum & Glass Railings

250-371-2690

250-851-8828 Enjoy your deck year round with a Brentwood Patio Cover

• Renovations,

New Construction & Repairs 5”, 6” & Fascia Gutter • Custom Gutter Systems for Snow Load • Heat Trace Installation • Continuous

ADVANTAGEGUTTERS.CA

FOR ALL YOUR CONSTRUCTION NEEDS Ken Goertzen

Licensed Residential Builder

Cell. 250.833.2824 Email: c utt ingedgecon st @ gmail.com

C OMPLETE D RYWALL S ERVICES TAPING • TEXTURING • BOARDING FREE ESTIMATES

(250) 679-3980 Serving North Shuswap, Chase, Sorrento

Quality Comes First

POTTERY, CLOTHING, SOCKING STUFFERS PHONE ACCESSORIES & JEWELLERY

Bring Mitts, Scarfs, Socks, Gloves and Gifts for Charity

Christmas Eve - 8am to 6pm Christmas Day - CLOSED Boxing Day - 8am to 6pm

New Year’s Eve - 7am to 7pm New Year Day–CLOSED