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By Barbra Fairclough ters and Crocheters often donate handmade The Sorrento Food Bank volunteers toques and lap shawls. have kept a steady hand in continuous serBring your Christmas Hamper donavice to the community throughout the pan- tions in no later than the third Wednesday demic. Tina Hysop, Food Bank Manager is in December during food bank open hours grateful, “Support for the food bank from of 9am to 3pm. Hampers will be assemall corners of the community has been un- bled and then delivered on the following wavering since the start of the pandemic.” Wednesday, Dec 22.

“This year the thanksgiving food drive Also welcome are refundable drink conducted in containers. In the months mid-Septembetween January 1 and ber has been so November 11, refundable above and bedonations amounted to yond. People $3049.50. donated 6,800 This Christmas the pounds of food.”

CPR Holiday Train conTina confirms cert will be virtual in “We are in good lieu of the live concert at shape.”

Notch Hill. Tina says that Tina also even though the CPR consays things that cert will be virtual this are especially year they will receive a welcome during financial donation from the ChristCPR early December. mas season are The food bank is supgifts for seniors Thanksgiving Food Drive, September 2021 ported by local businesses, and teens. Items such as puzzles, decks of churches and other organizations and indicards, crib boards, sudoku, word searches, viduals throughout the area. It is located at novels, or anything they can do by them- 2804 Arnheim Road in Sorrento. It is open self or with one other person. Restrictions Wednesdays 9-3pm. Tina says folks who of last year brought a focus on what you would like to donate food items can come can do without a lot of people. Gloves and (Continued on page 3) socks are always welcome as well. Knit-

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by during open times with their food items.

Monetary donations are also welcome on Wednesdays. You can also donate from home; just visit the food bank website and click on the blue “Donate NOW” button. Your donation will generate an instant receipt.

White Lake Fire Department 14th Annual Food Drive canvased White Lake residents for collections of cash, food, gift, and clothing. Shuswap Fire Department will be accepting donations of coats for the food bank at the hall near the golf course driving range at 2505 Greer Road on Tuesday night prac-

tices between 6:30 and 9:30pm. This will be the sixth year Tire Craft Sorrento does an annual monetary contribution in December. www.sorrentofoodbank.ca The last visit for the CPR holiday train was in 2019. Like last year, the CPR concert will be virtual again this year. Steven Paige and the Stombellas will be headlining a concert taking place on Saturday December 18 at 5pm and it will be streamed live on Facebook and Youtube and the Holiday Train webpage.

Special guests will be the Tews, Sierra Noble, Odds, Tankica Charles, Aysanabee and Keb’ Mo’

Shuswap Holiday Twinkle Trail Christmas Lights Maps

Media Release With just under one month to go until Christmas, the nights are starting to twinkle. For the second year in a row, the Shuswap Holiday Twinkle Trail will help people enjoy the most magical season of the year.

Rebecca Taylor Goode of Sorrento recently posted on Facebook asking people to join the “Twinkle Trail” map that shows Christmas lit homes in the Shuswap area and to encourage people to get out to enjoy the sights of the Season.

“The Twinkle Trail is such a fun way for families to get out and enjoy the season. It’s a labour of love that lets us give something back to the wonderful people of the Shuswap.” The Goode’s do a similar map in October to show Halloween displays in their community.

“The Twinkle Trail is open to any-

one in the Shuswap who wants to spread a little holiday cheer. Just send your name and home address to Rebecca@ unrefined.ca and we will add your home to hundreds of others who will be lighting up the night.”

The Map went live on November 28th and will stay up until the New Year’s Day. She and her husband, Thomas Goode are paying for the costs and admin associated with this map.

“Enjoy the magic of the holidays from the safety of your car. Sharing the joy of the season even when we can’t be physically together, is just another way this community of beautiful souls show they care.”

To access the map to see homes and businesses with Christmas displays in your area, visit www.zeemaps.com/ Shuswap_Holiday_Twinkle_Trail.

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Paul Demenok Director, Electoral Area C (South Shuswap) Cell: 250-517-0810 Planning for Park Improvements In the Area C Parks Master Plan, which was published in September 2017, it states, “Blind Bay has a need for more parkland and improved amenities for youth, families, and seniors alike. The existing parkland is small and fragmented, and there is not an outdoor space that can accommodate community gatherings and events.”

In recognition of this need, two attempts were made to acquire land suitable for a large community park in Blind Bay; the first property option brought forward in 2015 was defeated by the CSRD Board, the second property option in 2018 was approved by the CSRD Board but was turned down by voters under an alternative approval process in which a negative vote from 10% of all eligible voters would defeat the proposal to borrow funds for land purchase. Given these outcomes, there is a current moratorium at the CSRD on any further discussions around parkland acquisition in Blind Bay. The Parks Master Plan also noted that Cedar Heights Neighbourhood Park could use upgrades and improved accessibility. More recently, the Cedar Heights Neighbourhood Park failed to pass CPSI standards, and so the plan for 2022 is to conduct a community consultation process to develop a master plan which would lead to improvements being implemented for the Cedar Heights Neighbourhood Park in 2023.

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CSRD staff have engaged Larch Landscape Architects to prepare a proposal for public engagement, including a focus group and stakeholder consultation which, in turn, will inform a conceptual design plan and opinion of probable costs.

A public survey will also be used to collect ideas for this park space. The draft conceptual design will be presented to the public to obtain feedback.

There are no preconceived ideas on what could be featured in this park, however, at a minimum, staff are recommending that the playground equipment be upgraded to be complaint with CPSI standards. I would encourage all users of this neighbourhood park to give some thought to how it might be improved, and to participate in the community consultation process in 2022.

It should be noted that park improvements are largely funded with grant funding, so there is minimal impact on property taxes. For example, a combination of Community Works funds and external grant funding has been assembled to fund the major and exciting improvements about to occur at the Eagle Bay Community Park. Community Works grant funds supported the resurfacing and new fencing at Sorrento-Blind Bay Community Park this year. Next year, the proposed plan is to significantly improve the walking trail in this park around the periphery.

In 2022, the preliminary draft Area C parks workplan also includes grant-funded development of a small new walking trail around Loftus Lake. I think this will be especially welcomed as there is a need for safe and level walking surfaces for residents throughout Area C. Other proposed projects for 2022 in our draft parks workplan include replacements at Whitehead Road boat launch, adjusting trails at Reinecker Creek to avoid trespass on private property, adding a vault toilet at Mount Baldy trail, paving the Sunnybrae Park and Whitehead boat launch parking lots, conducting shoreline erosion mitigation at Sandy Beach and Sunnybrae parks, and further consultation and planning of the South Shuswap Destination Trail in collaboration with the Shuswap Trails Alliance. All these planned improvements are subject to approval of the CSRD Board at the March 2022 Board meeting which is when the 2022 budget is finally approved.

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South Shuswap Transportation Options Growing

By Barbra Fairclough Options for getting around in the Shuswap are slowly growing. Local and regional service is available for residents.

Shuswap Rides is a volunteer run dedicated ride service offering door to door transportation to residents in Sorrento, Blind Bay, White Lake, Eagle Bay, Sunnybrae and Tappen. This service benefits seniors, people with disabilities, people who are unable to drive and those who do not have a vehicle.

This volunteer run service has driven 12,000 km with over 350 driver hours since January 2021. With over 120 trips to destinations including Kelowna, Kamloops, Vernon, Salmon Arm and Blind Bay, most trips are to medical appointments. Plexiglas separates driver and passenger and COVID protocols are in effect. There is no direct charge for the service although donations are welcome to help cover costs.

Information is available at www.southshuswaprides.ca Volunteer drivers receive formal training by a qualified driving instructor. Security checks, driver safety training and criminal record checks are all ensured. Driver training is conducted every six months or so as interested people sign up. The service is overseen by eight board members and includes 15 trained volunteer drivers, the entire service is run by volunteers. The charging station is located at Tirecraft and is open for public use when the car is in on trips weekdays between 9 and 5pm.

Ebus Regional offers a regional service and has been operating in BC for three years now, with one route to Alberta. In November

2019 they expanded into the Shuswap with stops in Chase, Sorrento, Salmon Arm, Kamloops, Enderby, and Armstrong. The route from Alberta runs down Hwy five north through Kamloops. This connects a loop with Hwy 97 and Hwy 1 down through Vernon and Kelowna and west on 97c to Merritt. The route continues to the coast. Contact Ebus for current route information.

BC Transit operates two routes in the South Shuswap connecting to Salmon Arm. Route #12 operates on Thursdays and brings Riders from Salmon Arm at Lakeshore and Alexander at 8:15am with stops in Eagle Bay, Balmoral and Blind Bay Road, White Lake Road, and the Trans Canada Hwy and back to Salmon Arm by 9:58 am.

This route is repeated beginning at 2pm ending at 3:43 pm, also on Thursdays.

BC Transit Route #13 links a Blind Bay-Sorrento Loop Route to Salmon Arm with stops at Lakeshore and Alexander, Sorrento Place, Lion’s Manor, Blind Bay, Balmoral and Blind Bay Road, Sorrento Mall on Thursday only. This route is repeated beginning at 4:05pm at Lakeshore and Alexander in Salmon Arm and ending at 5:20 back at Lakeshore. BC Transit operates eight routes in the Shuswap Regional Transit system. Riders in the South Shuswap should consult current times and schedules to find out how to connect to other areas served.

Other routes are to areas around Salmon Arm and include a route to Enderby on Wednesdays. *Consult your transportation providers for current route information.

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WildsafeBC Reports Outcomes

By Barbra Fairclough Coordinator for WildsafeBC Columbia Shuswap (WCC) Julia Helland presented her preliminary yearend report at the November Columbia Shuswap Regional District board meeting.

Julia confirmed that the smoke and fires of this last summer, as well as ever evolving covid protocols, meant some altering of plans but she was still able to engage in several ways.

Reports from the public to the R.A.P.P (Report all Poachers and Polluters) line at BC Conservation Officer Service (COS) are recorded and uploaded daily in the WildsafeBC’s Wildlife Alert Reporting Program (WARP).

These reports can then be seen on a map on the WildsafeBC website. This information alerts the coordinator of animal sightings as they occur allowing a response to reduce human-wildlife contact. The goal is to “keep wildlife wild and keep communities safe.”

Here are some of Julia’s findings for this first year of the program.

Wildlife reports included in her preliminary report are for CSRD Areas C and E up to end of October. Thirty eight black bears reports were recorded and this is down over the last five year average of 90. Most reports came in June, August, and September. This is consistent with the extreme eating or “hyperphagia” that bears engage in during late summer in preparation for denning.

Black bears are the most often reported species but were followed closely this year by 18 cougar sightings and 14 reports for deer.

Forty-five children in three community groups participated in the educational Wildsafe Ranger Program which introduces youth to the concept of human-wildlife conflict.

Partnering with several local nonprofit groups Julia did eleven educational presentations to 213 participants. Wildlife Awareness and Safety Level 2 Certification, Overview of WildsafeBC, as well as Bear Spray Workshops, were all pre-

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sented. Interest for workshops was brisk and they booked up quickly.

332 residents and tourists alike met Julia at several outdoor markets and events throughout the summer. This public educational outreach enabled direct participation of a Wildlife Safety Response Officer from the COS. Garbage continues to be the attractant most often associated with black bear reports. Bin tagging is an educational activity where the coordinator places a removable warning sticker on garbage bins placed out the night before garbage collection. Of 94 bins tagged, 79% of addresses tagged during the first survey did not have bins placed out during the second survey. Door to door education along with bin tagging reached 423 residents.

Although there was only one report of a black bear accessing residential fruit trees made this season, the WCC spoke with residents who claimed to have seen black bears accessing fruit in their community but did not report the incident to the COS. Underreporting of human-bear conflict appears to be a common trend in most communities in the WildSafeBC Columbia Shuswap coverage area.

The next most common attractant after garbage is residential fruit trees/berries, bird feeders, livestock, and compost.

Awareness of the program was cultivated through social media and news releases to local news outlets and community outreach at local events.

Other aspects of the program such as the Bare Campsite Program were embraced with two campsites which committed to participating in 2022.

Introductions were made with local First Nations and a Wildlife Working Group was formed to create a space for local issues pertaining to human wildlife conflict to be discussed and addressed.

The numbers of wildlife reports for the last six years show trends in reporting with black bear, cougar, deer being the most reported species followed by grizzly bear, moose, coyote, and other. The W.A.R.P or wildlife alert reporting program captures the reports made to the conservation service and puts them on a map with color coded symbols indiDedicated to Quality & Excellence cating the nature of the attractant.

Racoons and rats are not recorded on the W.A.R.P. but in discussions with residents, it was noted that racoons and rats were indicated in some neighborhoods. Racoons and rats are often found in areas where bears are reported as these species are drawn to similar attractants.

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Salmon Arm RCMP

By S/Sgt. Scott West Salmon Arm RCMP Detachment The Salmon Arm RCMP attended to a number of Business and outbuilding break and entry files at the end of November.

Most notable were: - An attempted theft from Sea Cans located on 40th St. SE. The would be thieves were scared off when the audible alarm on the doors sounded.

- A break and enter to a garage in the 800 Block of Salmon River Road. In this theft a wood stove and other property was stolen from the garage.

- On November 22nd unknown culprits broke into a business near 30th St. NE and stole liquor from the business. The suspect was then captured on closed circuit video fleeing on foot on 30th St. NE. Police are examining evidence found at the scene in hopes of identifying a suspect.

In another event late in late November, a blue two hose, horse trailer was stolen from 15th Ave SW. The trailer had plate WLD03N attached to it.

If anyone locates this trailer, please call police. Police Files 20217652 / 7663 In another file on November 21, a stolen Red Jeep Liberty SUV was located in the Sandy Point Road Area. Located with the stolen Jeep was an enclosed cargo trailer which contained a KTM motorcycle. The two vehicles and the trailer were recovered.

The owner of the trailer, which was stolen using the stolen Jeep, did not even know his trailer had been stolen before the police called him. The owner, who lives in Blind Bay was appreciated of the quick action by police and the recovery of his trailer and motorcycle before he knew it was even gone.

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Fire Protection not Disrupted by Vaccination Policy CSRD Release ily and we did not want to lose anyone. Should circumstancThe Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is es change, we hope to be welcoming them back,” says Suthermaintaining its usual high standard of fire protection serland. vices throughout the region following the implementation of a One CSRD Fire Department in Swansea Point had its COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination Policy that includes all elect- membership drop below the Fire Underwriters Survey’s reced officials, employees, paid on-call ommended 15 members, but this does firefighters and volunteers. not mean residents would suddenly lose As a result, the CSRD has seen their fire insurance or see premiums rise some of its firefighters opt for a leave dramatically. of absence rather than provide proof “The Fire Underwriters Survey of vaccination. wants to see that we have a plan for how “We respect the firefighters’ right to address the situation and they are to make their own decisions about happy to work with us,” says Suthervaccination,” says Derek Sutherland, land. “They are very aware from departTeam Leader, Protective Services. ments around the country that there can “But as an organization, we need to be be an ebb and flow with recruitment.” committed to the safety of our teams In the few cases where memberCSRD firefighters extinguish a blazing van during and the public. This policy was put in ship has dipped, Sutherland says fire a training exercise. (CSRD photo.) place by the Board because vaccines service coverage will be maintained are among the best methods of protectthrough mutual aid agreements with othing the health and safety of you, and those around you, from er fire halls. In the situation where a Fire Chief or officer has the risks of COVID-19.” resigned, Sutherland and Fire Service Coordinator Sean CouDespite the loss of some members, Sutherland assures the brough will be assuming leadership roles. The departments are public that high-quality fire services will be maintained in all always looking to welcome new, fully vaccinated recruits to the CSRD’s 13 fire departments. Most of the departments have the program. sufficient fully vaccinated members to maintain accreditations Anyone interested in becoming a firefighter in their comand current fire response times should not be affected. munity can find out more information at Firefighter Recruiting “This has been difficult. Firefighters become like a fampage of the CSRD’s website or can email fire@csrd.bc.ca

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Chamber Brings Another Successful Year to a Close

By Karen Brown It has been another full year for the South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce, keeping the Board and the Chamber’s Executive Director Karen Brown very busy.

The Chamber saw unprecedented growth this year, welcoming in 20 new businesses plus 9 individual members: A Mixed Bag of Art, Blind Bay Mercantile/Hardware, Bluebird Concierge Service, Carmen Knight/Karen Trach, Chalk Couture, COR Consulting, Domino Collections, Frankie’s Pizza, Got Stylz, Hope Britton Century 21, Los Lobos Artisan, Lovin’ Knots, LPG Film Productions, Natural Choice Garden Supplies, Natural Element Interior Design, Pro Property Management, Re-Market Etc, Robin Howley, Rollover Vacations, Romi Boon Photography, S’wichcraft Catering, Sheila Empey, Shuswap Cider Company, Sorrento Memorial Hall, Sunnybrae Canoe Pt Stewardship, Susan Smith, Taste of the Shuswap, The Nom, Toasted Trinkets.

If you are interested in joining the South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce for 2022, please visit: southshuswapchamber.com Chamber Takes on a New Look Along with the hard work of the Chamber’s marketing team, Mackay Marketing and Kari Wilkinson of Toliver Design, one of the Chamber’s esteemed members, a new Chamber logo was created this year. The Chamber was able to successfully launch its new website last month: southshuswapchamber.com Do the Shu Adventure Guide Launched In collaboration with the Chase and North Shuswap Chambers, the South Shuswap Chamber launched the first

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‘Do the Shu’ Adventure Guide that is now available for distribution at various outlets throughout the region.

Market by the Bay 2021 A Success The Chamber hosted Market by the Bay each Thursday night throughout July and August on Centennial Field in Blind Bay. This successful outdoor community market saw hundreds attend each

week to browse the 40 to 50 vendors on site each week. Calls for vendors for the 2022 market will start in Spring.

Holiday Greetings The Board of Directors for the South Shuswap Chamber would like to wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season. See you in 2022!

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Letter Asks for More Federal Funding for Invasive Species

By Paul Demenok CSRD Area C Director Recently a joint letter from the Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC), Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA), and Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSSIS) was sent to the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard expressing the urgent need for additional actions to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive mussels.

The letter describes how an infestation of zebra or quagga mussels would have devastating and costly impacts to water quality, fish populations and habitat, hydro-electric facilities, water utilities, beaches and property values. A 2013 study from the Okanagan Basin Water Board conservatively estimated the annual costs to be over $43 million in the Okanagan region alone, while another study from the Pacific Northwest Economic Region puts the total costs in the Pacific Northwest at over $500 million per year.

The following actions by the Federal Government were requested: 1. Expansion of the provincial watercraft inspection program such that no entry point to BC would be open to unchecked watercraft 2. New measures to ensure that aircraft such as floatplanes aren’t transporting invasive species 3. More early detection monitoring groups to complement existing actions 4. More education and outreach to expand and complement existing campaigns including “Clean, Drain, Dry” and “Don’t Move a Mussel”.

5. Stronger action on containment by enacting more robust measures in Eastern Canada such that watercraft are not allowed to leave lakes or rivers known to house infestations without inspection, decontamination and quarantine, if necessary.

This letter is the first joint letter from these 3 organizations on this topic, however, numerous letters have previously been sent from each of these groups independently. We sincerely hope that the Federal Government will take decisive action on this concerning issue.

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Nominations Open for SASCU Board of Directors

Media Release The Call for Candidates is now open for three 3-year positions on the SASCU Board of Directors.

“Each year our members have the opportunity to submit their candidacy for election to the Board of Directors,” said Dave Witt, SASCU Nominating Committee Chair. “Unlike banks, credit union directors are members who understand the unique needs of their communities and determine SASCU’s priorities, effecting the most positive impact of community support and economic growth in the region.”

SASCU recognizes the strength of a Board comprised of a diverse set of individuals who add their col-

lective knowledge, skills and experience to the governing team that sets its strategic direction.

Directors are supported with educational resources and mentorship and provided remuneration for their attendance.

Want to learn more about how to become a leader of this highly respected community organization? Preregister to attend the virtual information session via Zoom at 7 p.m. on December 7. Go to sascu.com/nominations for the link and more details, including eligibility requirements, key dates and the Director Nomination package.

All applications must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 7, 2022.

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Housing Society Release Lack of affordable, attainable, healthy housing, across the continuum of housing options is a detriment to the well being of the communities in the South Shuswap. Many young families, seniors and those with special housing needs move from our communities because they are unable to find suitable, affordable housing.

Michael Shapcott, Executive Director of Sorrento Centre explained in an address to a group in 2016, “Good things happen not because governments decide in their benevolence to bestow gifts on communities but because communities struggle and fight and seize opportunities.”

South Shuswap Housing Society is working with Habitat for Humanity. Bill Miller, executive director joins in the efforts to strive for safe, decent, and attainable housing for the communities of the South Shuswap.

In 2019, a housing needs assessment was conducted in Areas C and E of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, which included the communities in the South Shuswap.

The results indicate a significant shortage of seniors housing, rental accommodations, and affordable housing options.

Housing is a key component for economic sustainability and a healthy community. Join us in our efforts to improve housing options in the South Shuswap.

We are asking those who champion the need for good homes and attainable housing options in the South Shuswap to contact the Society by emailing sshousings@gmail.com

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The Timeless Value of Prevention

By Mel Arnold, MP - North Okanagan-Shuswap Benjamin Franklin extolled the need for fire prevention to residents of Philadelphia when he famously wrote that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Nearly three centuries later, this statement still rings true.

The recent flooding and landslides we’ve seen in British Columbia have wreaked havoc on the lives of many while affecting communities across our province and beyond. It has been encouraging to see Canadians stepping up to help each other and I hope we can continue to find ways to support those who have lost so much.

While governments and communities approach the challenges of restoring infrastructure we need for our daily lives, infrastructure must be built back better than before. At the same time, Canadians, and the communities we call home require infrastructure improvements to protect their homes and lives.

I have been connecting with Indigenous and local governments from across the North Okanagan-Shuswap over the past month to receive their input on the needs and priorities of the communities we represent, and infrastructure is a priority theme that has been consistently shared. Across our region,

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communities continue to need support to improve roads, upgrade water and wastewater treatment systems and establish overdue mitigations for natural disasters like wildfires, floods, and landslides.

These are some of the exact priorities I have been advocating for since first being elected in 2016 as I have consistently provided the federal government with an annual submission of priorities for our communities ahead of federal budgets.

Over those years and in those budgets, some $188 billion in federal infrastructure spending has been announced, but local governments and communities from coast to coast to coast continue to wait because resources have not hit the ground.

Urgent needs are known, and resources have been announced, so why are results not being achieved?

Earlier this year, federal Auditor General (AG), Karen Hogan, released her report on the Trudeau government’s Investing in Canada Plan launched in 2016 to deliver infrastructure funds through multiple streams including the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund.

In the report, the AG concluded that funds have not been spent according to prescribed timelines and federal departments were unable to account for the plan’s overall progress towards its expected results. The report also warned that the full benefits of the plan’s intended investments may never make it to communities.

Canadians need the federal government to get serious about delivering infrastructure results that will help prevent and mitigate the damage and chaos that we have recently seen in British Columbia. Needs and priorities have been identified, resources have been announced and now, more than ever, we need results.

Both as a Canadian and as your Member of Parliament, I continue to work with my colleagues to demand sound management of infrastructure resources to deliver the essential results Canadians need to better secure our lives and communities from disasters that we can and must prevent.

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SWC Third Intake to Water Quality Grant Program

SWC Release The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) is inviting another round of applications to its Water Quality Grant Program.

“One of the SWC’s primary objectives is to protect and maintain the water quality in Shuswap and Mara Lakes,” explains Erin Vieira, program manager for the SWC. “In particular, we’re focussed on reducing nutrient inputs to rivers and lakes.”

Excessive amounts of nutrients, especially phosphorus, can contribute to algal blooms which reduce the quality of water for drinking and recreation, and can become toxic for people, pets, and livestock.

“The goal of our grant program is to help farmers and landowners keep nutrients on the land and in the soil, being used by crops and vegetation - not washing off into nearby creeks and rivers through rain, snowmelt, or flooding,” Vieira says.

Up to $60,000 is available in the current intake. Farmers, agri-businesses, hobby farmers, and landowners within the Shuswap watershed are invited to apply for funding to go toward projects or land management practices that re-

duce, capture, or divert nutrients away from surface waters.

Funding will be distributed to successful applicants in early 2022.

To-date, the SWC has provided funding to six farms in the Shuswap and to the BC Cattlemen’s Association in partnership with Splatsin First Nation for projects that improve nutrient retention and management, including riparian restoration, livestock fencing, flood protection, manure and effluent storage, and cover crop trials. Prospective applicants can learn more from a short video the SWC produced last Fall, available on their YouTube channel.

“After the positive outcomes last year, we’re very pleased to be inviting another round of applications to our grant program,” says Paul Demenok, Chair of the SWC. “We look forward to creating new partnerships in the Shuswap to protect our water quality, and help farms and other land holdings reduce their phosphorus footprint.”

More information about the grant program and how to apply is available at www. shuswapwater.ca. The application period closes on January 31, 2022.

Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo Endorses Kevin Falcon BC Liberals Release Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo announced at the end of November that he had stepped down from his role as Deputy Whip for the BC Liberal Caucus in order to endorse Kevin Falcon to be the next BC Liberal leader.

“Kevin’s experience makes him uniquely qualified to tackle the challenges facing our province today. Whether it’s handling crises, or taking action on housing, childcare, and the economy, we need his experience,” said Kyllo. “I feel so strongly about this decision that I resigned my position as Deputy Whip in order to be able to endorse Kevin Falcon.”

Kyllo highlighted Falcon’s experience and well-run campaign as being key factors in his decision to support the former Minister of Transportation for the BC Liberal leadership.

“Kevin is a builder. He’s proven that both with his experience in cabinet, and with the strong team he’s built during this leadership race,” continued Kyllo. “Throughout his campaign,

he has consistently been drawing large, enthusiastic crowds, and he has the most support among MLAs — both urban and rural.”

Falcon thanked Kyllo for his support, heralding him for his work as an MLA. “Greg has been an excellent representative for the Shuswap Region,” said Falcon. “Our party is lucky to have him as an MLA and I’m excited to work with him going forward.”

Kevin Falcon previously served as Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance, Minister of Health, and Minister of Transportation. Falcon has already received endorsements from BC Liberal MLAs Todd Stone, Mike Bernier, Mike Morris, Lorne Doerkson, Coralee Oakes, Ian Paton, Trevor Halford, and Karin Kirkpatrick as well as former Surrey mayor and MP Dianne Watts, and Fort St. John Mayor Lori Ackerman.

The BC Liberal Party will vote for their new leader between February 3 to 5, 2022.

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Eagle Bay Fire Department

By Jeremy Wozniak dom trees falling all over the place, power line isWhat a year! December is finally here. We all have quite sues will be more common. If you see a sparking a bit from this year to reflect on. The fires, the floods, and that transformer, a downed line or trees fallen on a line, other thing is still hanging around. Our hearts and thoughts back away at least 10 meters (33 feet) and call 911 immediateare with those affected this year and to ly. If you see a powerline in contact with all of you really. I see many wonderful a tree or fence or vehicle, assume the obthings to do this winter season. Lots of ject and surrounding area within those ways to keep active and beat the win10 meters is energized. If there is a perter blues. If you’re like me and still not son within that area do not rush in and winterized it is ok. The weather has attempt to rescue them as they could be been fair. There is still time. I am not energized as well. Call 911. procrastinating, just have a big list of At recent Tuesday practices we have things to do well. been learning about setting up for trafWe would like to welcome Jack as fic incident scenes and this came in useour newest firefighter recruit. I know ful for both of the powerline incidents. he was eager for training, and he dove Nights here often produce icy driving right in. It is going to be a real pleasure conditions, so I am working on allowworking with him. Paul, Rob and Leon ing more time for clearing the driveway, all deserve a great big congratulations giving myself more time for my drive for obtaining ‘Exterior Live Fire’ down and ensuring my phone is charged right at the Salmon Arm Training Centre and up. There are lots of bends and corners Eagle Bay Fire Department training on a Paul went on to obtain ‘Interior Live so please keep a heads up for incident Tuesday night under a harvest full moon! The Fire’ as well. team are practicing how to perform a propane and work scenes.

There were two call outs in our fire Finally, for the Christmas season, tank shutdown. Photo credit Nigel Collett protection area last month as well as a please be safe with candles, fires and all Tender truck mutual aid call. The two in our area were on the open flames really. Keep your tree watered and use approved same day pretty close to one another and were both powerand inspected extension cords. line issues. One was a downed power line and the other was Eagle Bay Fire Department welcomes those interested in a tree leaning on a power line. With heavy wet snow and ranrecruitment, anyone looking for more information please contact Alan Rendell 250-517-0492. He will be happy to answer any questions. You can keep up to date on lots of fire related and fire department news on our “Eagle Bay Fire Department” Facebook page or on Instagram. You will also find more information about current burning regulations and the CSRD’s FireSmart initiatives.

CONNECTING PEOPLE WHO CARE WITH CAUSES THAT MATTER A donation of securities or mutual fund shares is the most efficient way to give charitably. With a donation of securities or mutual funds, capital gains tax does not apply, allowing you to give more and avoid paying capital gains taxes. Talk to your financial advisor. www.shuswapfoundation.ca 250.832.5428 info@shuswapfoundation.ca

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CSRD Mandatory Vaccination Policy

By Jo Anne Malpass With the assistance of legal counsel, and after consultation with CUPE National, local CUPE president and other local governments, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board voted unanimously, at its November 18 meeting, to implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for the organization.

The new policy, effective Jan. 3, 2022, will require proof of full vaccination for all elected officials, CSRD employees, paid on-call firefighters, contractors working in indoor spaces and emergency management volunteers. If additional doses become required, CSRD personnel will be expected to comply with those additional measures.

Accommodations for legitimate medical reasons, as well as protected grounds under the BC Human Rights Code, are recognized in the policy, considered on a case-by-case basis.

In other business at the meeting: Election of Chair/Vice Chair - Kevin Flynn will remain as chair of the CSRD Board for the next year, after defeating Area F Director Jay Simpson. Director Simpson was voted in as vice-chair, defeating Area E Director Rona Martin for the position.

BC Dock Owners Coalition – A letter from the Coalition said “We write to seek a meeting with you in relation to the difficult issue of “upland Owners” located along the proposed Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail. This letter is written on behalf of those across the Shuswap/Okanagan who will be negatively impacted by decisions taken by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District in relation to dock ownership, enjoyment and use by upland owners – and the deeply negative impact of these decisions on our communities and region.”

Directors voted to refer the correspondence to the North Okanagan Rail Trail Governance Advisory Committee.

COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant Allocation – Approval of the allocations of the remaining $358,576 grant was postponed to the December meeting after some Shuswap Area Directors expressed concern about allocations, saying funds would be better spent assisting Area community groups. Directors said more consultation should have been done.

Sole Source Contract Awards – The Board entered into an agreement with Destination Think for assistance in developing and implementing Shuswap Tourism’s 2022 Salmon Run Marketing Campaign in the amount of $52,500 plus applicable taxes. Kyle Dearing, Acting Manager, Shuswap Tour-

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ism said this will be done in collaboration with Little Shuswap Lake Band, DFO, BC Parks and Destination BC. The Board also entered into an agreement with the Shuswap Trail Alliance for the Secwepemc Landmarks Project in the amount of $170,000.

WildSafeBC Presentation - Julia Helland, Columbia Shuswap WildSafe Coordinator gave a summary of activities in Areas C and E during the season.

Old Growth Deferrals –The Board will write a letter to the Union of BC Municipalities asking them to be a voice for local governments about the lack of consultation on logging deferrals. It will try to arrange a meeting with the board, forestry industry and forest ministry representatives.

Grant in Aids Area C - $500 Shuswap Amateur Radio Club (repairs and maintenance on repeater hub), $4,295 Sorrento Memorial Hall (new cooler) South Shuswap Zoning Amendment - 6288 Eagle Bay Road, Eagle Bay. The applicant is proposing to construct up to three buildings for commercial storage of recreational vehicles (RVs) and boats. This application proposes to rezone the subject property from C5 – Tourist Commercial zone to CDC 6 -Comprehensive Development 6 zone to provide a unique zone to allow commercial storage of recreational vehicles and boats in a rural residential neighbourhood. The Board adopted the bylaw.

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Never Underestimate the Power of B.C. Families

By Greg Kyllo, MLA for Shuswap On Wednesday, November 24, I had the honour of joining my colleagues in the Official Opposition and hundreds of parents, families, and autism advocates to help share their concerns and call on the NDP government to reverse their planned changes to the funding and service delivery model for neurodiverse children and families.

Starting in 2025, the NDP government plans to phase out individual funding for children and families with autism and neurodiversity needs and transition B.C. onto a system where funding and services will be delivered from a centralized hub model. This has upset thousands of B.C. families who fear this new model will strip their children away from the networks that families have painstakingly put together to meet the individual needs of their children.

But if there is one thing I have learned, it is to never underestimate B.C. families, especially when it comes to the care of their children. In just a few short months, British Columbians presented a petition to government that has garnered more than 19,000 signatures and is still growing.

Families also organized a rally on the front steps of the legislature with hundreds of attendees to physically express their opposition to the proposed changes.

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up the pressure until government returns to the table and offers British Columbians the consultation they deserve. I will continue to advocate on behalf of my constituents who reach out to my office to share their concerns about this issue, or any issue they have with government’s actions and policies. Together, we can help drive the positive change we all want to see in our province.

Decibel Coalition Presents to Transport Canada

By Barbra Fairclough Bob Bosomworth, Project Lead for the National Decibel Coalition presented “In Support of Performance Standards for Boat Motor Noise and Mufflers” to the Canadian Marine Advisory Council on November 24.

Shuswap and Mara Lakes Decibel Coalition (SMLDC) has been gathering data in support of this presentation. The goal is to enhance existing legislation in the Small Vessel Regulations SOR/2010-91 to include decibel limits for boat motor noise with efficient and effective enforcement procedures. The Safe Quiet Lakes coalition states that “In order to be successful in working with Transport Canada the coalition must have national breadth and representational depth.” Within this they have representative organizations from across the country including Shuswap Decibel Coalition.

The Shuswap contingent has received 2127 names on the petition that is part of the data presented to Transport Canada. A survey completed in 2017 indicated that of the 3300 respondents that 88% percent ranked ‘relaxing on the dock” as very important and 82% “like to hear the sound of nature when I am on the lake.” Loud boats were ranked as a major obstacle to this enjoyment. 67% want muffler laws enforced and 61% want decibel legislation.

Gary Milne, Chair of Shuswap, and Mara Lake

Decibel Coalition (SMLDC) says they were offered twenty minutes and questions and comments went on for 45 minutes. “It is clear to us that Transport Canada is seeking a recommendation from the Decibel Coalition which represents 90,000 cottagers in Canada. Video with examples of offending boats at Shuswap and Mara lakes and Muskoka Lakes in Ontario were presented.

Gary confirms that during their presentation about 150 people were on the Zoom call. “The moderator allowed questions and discussion to go on substantially past its allotted time. It was evident from the questions and discussion that people are fed up with noisy boats. The government stated they must talk with all interested parties before they are prepared to seriously move this toward legislation.”

Transport Canada will now embark on a 24-month review process. There will be an opportunity for public engagement. To get the latest information visit “Regulate Noisy Boats on Shuswap and Mara Lakes” or search Shuswap petitions on change. org. Gary will be posting new information as it arises.

The SMLDC will be back out next summer with an information campaign and an improved decibel recording process that will be more accurate with distance from shore. Gary Milne can be reached at garyjamesmilne1@gmail.com.

S O RRENT O - BL I ND BA Y IN CO RP O RA T IO N S TU D Y M AR K YO UR C A LENDAR F OR UPC OM IN G M EET ING S All in-person meetings are subject to change or may have attendance restrictions based on Public Health Orders in effect at that time.

If we are unable to proceed with in-person meetings, alternate arrangements will be made for public engagement in January.

IN-PERSON OPEN HOUSE MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2022 6 PM TO 8:30 PM SORRENTO MEMORIAL HALL I N - PE R S ON O PE N H O U S E T H U R S D AY , JA N U AR Y 2 0 , 202 2 6 PM T O 8 : 3 0 P M S H U S W A P L AK E E S T A TE S C O M M U N IT Y C EN T RE I N - PE R S ON D I S CU S S I O N P A N EL S A T U RD AY , J A N U AR Y 2 9 1 PM TO 3:30 PM S H U S W AP L A KE E S T AT E S C O M M U NI T Y C E NT R E Live streaming of these events will take place and recordings will also be posted after each event.

To register for Zoom, see the Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporation Study page on the CSRD website, www.csrd.bc.ca

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The Effect Covid-19 Has Had on Small Businesses

By Emma Gollan Since late 2019, our entire world has drastically changed due to Covid-19.

Unfortunately, local small businesses have been feeling the repercussions of this pandemic quite severely.

Since I have been working at a local family-owned establishment for the past few years, I have really got to witness the impacts of Covid-19 first hand. At the beginning of the pandemic many local restaurants were forced to shut their doors, losing out on months worth of income yet still having to figure out how to pay the bills. From there it has just been a battle of tackling the next obstacle and keeping up with the ever-changing rules and regulations. Overall, trying to adjust to this new way of life is not easy for anyone, that is why we need to remember the importance of coming together as a community to support each other in these difficult times.

I work at Spokkets Cafe, which is attached to Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum, a local small business all owned

by Mark Lane. I have spent the past 6 years working there, and just recently stepped into the manager position this past year. I have had the opportunity to see how the business operated before and after Covid-19, and have been there through the changing adjustments due to this pandemic. It was definitely a hard hit for all small businesses when they were forced to close, yet large corporations still had their doors wide open.

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After a long wait with no profit coming in, local establishments were finally allowed to reopen. Although it was easier said than done.

From mask mandates to vaccine passports, local small businesses have not been able to catch a break. The always changing rules and protocols regarding Covid-19 are not only hard to keep up with, but also hard to implement. For the cafe we are blessed with amazing employees to help get us through these tough times.

Although we personally had staff to make it through the season, it was the decline of customers that was a bit of an issue. Pre Covid-19, approximately 30% of the customers at Sprokkets and Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum were international tourists. Due to the required vaccine passports to travel and the advice against it, we now have lost that business.

The community plays a vital role in the success of small businesses. Now more than ever family-owned establishments are relying on the members of the area to support locally. Without loyal customers and community support, many businesses would not be able to keep their doors open. With the inflation in the cost of product, it is challenging to have affordable prices while staying afloat. Thankfully for Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum, Mark received some support from government funding to help create an online store to make his gift shop more accessible.

However not all local businesses are blessed with the same online outreach. That is why it is so important to consider shopping locally, especially with the holiday season rolling around.

Let’s come together to support one another and see our community thrive.

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Fall Back in Love with Mother Nature

By Michael Shapcott Now more than ever, it’s time to fall back in love with Mother Nature.

We see it world-wide; we feel it in our own backyard...

Mother Nature is calling to us to pay attention and to take care of her.

The extreme heat and drought just a few months ago, which led to an extremely bad wildfire season… More recently, extreme precipitation triggering mudslides, landslides and flooding. Our neighbours towards the coast continue to suffer terribly. In the Shuswap, we’ve faced a boil water advisory in Sorrento caused by turbidity in the water, and one section of the TransCanada Highway has suffered from a rockslide.

With all these environmental challenges triggered by climatic weather conditions that appear, in turn, to be caused by global and local climate change, we need to mount serious responses to the serious challenges all around us. Starting with emergency relief and moving through recovery, there’s a lot of action required.

At the Sorrento Centre, we’re working to take action on a number of fronts, but we want to root all of our work from disaster relief to re-building in a love of Mother Nature. Instead of seeing the natural world around us as an enemy to be subdued and vanquished, we want to embrace Mother Nature even as we take practical steps to respond to the latest climate emergency.

The Shuswap is one of the most beautiful natural areas in BC, in Canada and even around the world. In the coming days and months, the Sorrento Centre will be offering lots of opportunities to fall back in love with Mother Nature, including family-oriented events like an owl prowl and a polar bear swim.

Yes, we need to take seriously the environmental challenges all around us… and, yes, we need to root our responses in a loving relationship with the trees, water, hills and all the creatures.

Michael Shapcott is Executive Director of the Sorrento Centre, a retreat and conference centre. www.sorrentocentre.ca

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I’m An Arborist and That’s O.K.

By Jerre Paquette Where did he gain the passion for plant life? “My grandWell, like most of us, Anthony Goertz doesn’t always parents were real ‘plant people’ heavily involved in gardensleep all night, as the song goes; often enough, though, espe- ing…I was always helping them with their gardening in 100 cially in the pruning season, he does work all day (apologies to Mile House. I didn’t know it at the time that I had a natural inMonty Python!). terest in some aspects of growing plants, but started to become It took the whole first part of his life, to his 20s to realize real aware of my interests when between 20-25 I got a job in he wanted to learn how to look after trees, forests, and busha local nursery in Grand Forks; they grew 10s of thousands es, not as a lumberjack, but as an arborist. He decided to enof potted plants on about 40 acres of farm land…. I realized rol in one of Canada’s best agricultural centres, then how much I enjoyed learning about Olds College in Alberta. There, he learned (in plant life.” his own words) “…how best to climb trees for He subsequently took a job in a living”. Beyond becoming fluid in tree climbVernon with a very progressive coming, he earned a Diploma in Arboriculture. Furpany called ‘Green Velvet Lawn & ther, he achieved status as both a Certified ArTree Care’. There, as a “Plant Techniborist and a Tree Risk Assessment Qualified cian” dealing with insecticides, pestiArborist, both through the International Society cides, herbicides and fungicides, he also of Arboriculture. learned about lawn care and plant prunToday, he has earned recognition as a ing and Integrated Pest Management. first-rate “Arborist” in the Shuswap communiUltimately, he realized that what ty, lives in a log home with his wife Janny in moved him was the pruning process, Blind Bay and reads all he can about the natunot the chemical process. He liked the ral world (one of his favourite naturalist books physical nature of working with trees among many is The Hidden Life of Trees, by and large bushes; he appreciated the Peter Wohlleben). feeling that he was helping ensure the One of the fun asides of his learning how health of the plants he tended. Certainly, best to climb trees is his penchant for Christhe also enjoyed the physical nature of mas tree decorations (see image), a number of the job—all the climbing and balancing which you can find this Christmas season by and getting in real close to these beautaking a drive to Notch Hill Estates off of Lontiful growing things: “I was moved by don Lane Road. Be sure to take the kids! the idea that pruning meant taking a tree Anthony was born right here in B.C., in that was falling apart or growing awry, Anthony Goertz - “Ensuring our plants Abbotsford. He grew up influenced by the difiguring out its natural intentions then grow in healthy, natural ways” verse lifestyles in Buffalo Creek near 100 Mile helping it realize itself.”

House, in Mission, in White Rock, in Kelowna, in Rich Valley And of course, he realized he loved the physical labour (Alberta). Throughout all the moving he experienced, he con- that was involved—climbing, twisting about, hanging high up sistently exhibited an apparent natural penchant for reading in a huge tree that needed his care, his skills: “Pruning seemed and an appetite for knowing and articulating what he learned. to me to be the ‘natural’ approach to working with nature and At 25, he enrolled in Olds College and earned a diploma in getting to know a plant because you have to be so close to it, Arboriculture. He loved education at that age: He was always a involved with it, to understand what seemed to be its intensmart kid, but his focus was on social life, not education: “But tions. Then you had to know just what actions to take, not only in horticultural school, there was a strong physical component to help the plant but facilitate the relationship between plants to learning, like climbing, chainsaw technique, pathology, en- and humans.” tomology (and other “— ologies”.)

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The relationship between plants and humans is not always easy to appreciate; you have to know something of both of them. One of his clients asked him to cut down a huge, old, beautiful oak tree in her front yard. He couldn’t bring himself to do it and told her so. He prepared to walk away. But then she explained herself— her husband had been hanged in that tree. The story was complex, but it was also impassioned, powerful, and clear—the tree had to come down, and Anthony had to ac“I did that!”—Anthony cept that.

Anthony’s passion for trees has not remained static over the years since he discovered himself as an arborist; indeed, he now thinks and feels he has become a trained and experienced horticulturist (the art or practice of gardening and cultivating plants and trees). His self-redefinition is simply his growing appreciation for how all of nature is an inter-relationship, something the study of old forests helps all of us understand. Anthony has learned to act on that understanding.

You can contact Anthony Goertz at 250-463-9673 and goertztreeservice@gmail.com

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Shuswap Naturalists Annual Bird Count

By Barbra Fairclough The Shuswap Naturalists Club has been conducting an annual bird count since 1971. At the club meeting in November, bird count organizer Ted Hillary confirmed that this year’s count will happen on December 19.

Under the guidelines of the Audubon Society, bird counts are done in over 2000 localities throughout the western hemisphere. Frank Chapman, an early officer of the Audubon Society proposed a Christmas Bird Census as an alternative to the ritual competition of hunting as many birds as possible on Christmas Day. Under Ted’s direction, the bird count is conducted over a 15 mile radius from 30th Ave and Hwy 1 in uptown Salmon Arm. Bird count Volunteers are organized into four quadrants in this radius. The count reaches Annis Bay, the south end of Hwy 97b toward Enderby, Silver Creek store and Sunnybrae.

Ted also confirmed at the November meeting that COVID protocols are like last year which means there will be no car pooling and there is no traditional gathering planned for after the count.

The 2020 count was completed Dec 20th with 35 volunteers for a combined 62.66 hours. They identified 81 different bird species which is just shy of the highest number recorded for this bird count of 82 (2004).

When the count is complete the numbers will be uploaded to the Audubon database where the bird species and numbers can be viewed by anyone who is interested.

Ted Hillary has been overseeing the Christmas Bird Count for many years and if you are interested in participating contact him at tedhillary@shaw.ca There is also a Bird Count on December 15, conducted in a seven-mile radius around Shuswap Lake Provincial Park in Scotch Creek, which takes in part of the North Shuswap and western sections of the South Shuswap. For information call Claudette Carlsen at 250 679 8148 or email clodcarl@telus.net

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Shuswap Lake Golf Course has retained a General Manager with some unique golf industry experience!

Shawn Jordan was recruited by the course’s ownership team during the summer of 2021 and ultimately they hashed out a deal for him to start at Shuswap Lake Golf Course on November 1.

Shawn formerly worked at Kelowna’s number 1 ranked course, Tower Ranch Golf Club, and has also worked at highly rated BC courses including Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club and Shawn and his Caddy Trevor taken at the Predator Ridge be- 2021 Mackenzie Tour Event in Kelowna fore landing his GM role here at our cherished Blind Bay golf facility.

Shawn received degrees in Golf Course Management and Business Administration three decades ago from College of the Desert in California, where he was also the Assistant Golf Coach for their golf team, and it is also where he landed his first high profile Golf Course job at Indian Wells Country Club.

His depth of experience is coming in handy these days when it comes to rolling out the robust revitalization plans that are in store for the Shuswap Lakes Golf Course and Restaurant.

“Ultimately our goal is to create a fun and inviting golf atmosphere at the Course, Driving Range, and Restaurant. Over the years the course has created many memories that locals cherish, and we want to build upon them the best we can as a team” says Shawn of the objective for the courses staff in the next few years.

The management team also includes the previous years staff of Kasey Lewis as Golf Shop Manager, Tony Vogel as Head Professional, Jenn Rozak as the Course Superintendent, as well as Executive Chef Claudia McFadden and Restaurant Chef Todd Lucas.

Shawn is an advocate for member golf, local events and player development, is a CPGA member and golf enthusiast himself, and in his new role you are likely to notice that his signature service points are making the course experience just a little bit more fun because the key details of the golf day, were taken for you!

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Shawn says “a unique aspect of golf and course management that often goes unrecognized is that each golfer plays the game for a different reason, and a golf course operational plan has to recognize and blanket all those different reasons to become a truly special place, in the heart of the golfer.”

Shawn and his team are going full out this off season getting the course ready for 2022! If you need a golf tip to get yourself aligned to be able to sail a perfect shot into the field of play, they are there to help make it happen and to cheer you on!

First Responders

Local team on the scene

By Sandra Reutlinger The South Shuswap First Responders extend a very Merry Christmas season and a Happy New Year!

We hope you won’t ever have to see us in person but should you, or someone you are with, experience a medical emergency, you can have confidence that your local team of volunteer First Responders will be on scene to offer aid, assistance and encouragement.

Right from the start you are in good hands, literally. Our Dispatchers hold a 2 way radio and communicate with 911 and then to our Responders and any other emergency services needed.

The Responders are trained to offer medical aid until the patient can be transported to the hospital.

These volunteers offer their helping hands because they want to help those in need. We are fortunate to live in a community that is filled with many different kind hearted, supportive and dedicated people. There are many community groups that are working towards making our neck of the woods the best place ever to

work, play and live. While we hope you never need to call on the services of the First Responders, we are volunteers who help to represent the soul of the Shuswap: to be good friends and neighbours, to be kind and generous, to help each other out.

For this column, rather than give you tips on tripping, or signs of a stroke or even why it is such a really, really, really good idea to purchase and put up a reflective house number address sign, we want to keep it simple with some good wishes. We wish you good health, all around safety and the smarts to live with wisdom and common sense.

We hope that your 2022 year ahead will be filled with fun and laughter and no 911 calls. We wish for all of the best and no matter the rest of what happens, you will know that you have help just a 3 digit dial away. We do wish every house had a reflective address sign.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a New Year ahead filled with goodness and kindness.

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Sorrento Lions Club

By Judi Kembel Once again, the date has passed for when we would usually hold one of our major fundraisers; the Senior’s Christmas Party and Silent Auction would have been held on November 26, 2021. Here’s hoping we will be able to have one in November of 2023.

The following is an excerpt from a recent press release: “The Sorrento & District Housing Society (Lions Manor) supported by the Sorrento Lions Club have entered into an agreement with Habitat for Humanity as a first step to build and support affordable housing for independent living in the South Shuswap. Habitat’s expertise and experience will be a truly valued component of this partnership. With a primary focus on rental units, this initiative plans to retain the current Lions Manor while adding a new affordable housing development on the property.”

The Sorrento Lions Club are excited to be a part of this

and are in the planning stage of holding an online raffle to help raise funds for this important project. Stay tuned for more information to come.

We are currently planning a Community Appreciation Night and Open House for April 7, 2022. Stay tuned for further information as it becomes available.

Upcoming events in 2022 are: April 17 - Children’s Easter Egg Hunt; May 28 – our 7th Annual Garage Sale and July 1st – Canada Day Pancake Breakfast followed by our Beer Garden. Hopefully, we will be able to hold these events.

Our weekly meat draws are held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Copper Island Pub. Our annual Christmas turkey draw will be held on December 17. Tickets are $1.00 each and good for all draws. Come early to ensure a seat. All COVID protocols and restrictions are being followed. We look forward to seeing you there each week.

We would appreciate any ideas our community may have so that we may continue serving you the best we can. You can send your ideas to sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca .

If you are interested in helping your community, please consider joining our club as either a member or a “Friend of the Lions” volunteer.

We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month (September to June) at 6:45 pm at the Sorrento Memorial Hall. If you are over 19 years of age (male or female) and would like more information about becoming a Lion, please contact the Sorrento Lions Club at our email address: sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca . We would love to hear from you! Check out our website at http://e-clubhouse. org/sites/sorrentobc/ .

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Copper Island Health

By Sandra Reutlinger The lights have been strung and maybe the stockings aren’t yet hung but the Christmas season is here along with our wishes of good cheer.

We get it. The holidays can be hard, and this time of year can bring with it some extra stress and emotion.

Add to the mix the Christmas baking and eating in ways that are less than ideal, temperamental weather and uncertain times and before we know it, we have a recipe for a less than ideal personal health situation.

It’s good to cut yourself some slack, but also to be intentional about things like getting enough sleep, reducing alcohol intake, keeping up with your exercise schedule or just incorporating some new movement activities. Vitamin D supplements are important as our sunlight time is reduced and the B vitamins are called the stress vitamins because they really do help our bodies combat extra stress. Keep your expectations realistic. Help others and actually let others help you too.

While we can’t stop you from midnight shortbread snacking, we can help with resources, information and services. We can also encourage you to take steps towards your own and others’ health and wellness.

The Health Services Society is putting on some workshops starting in December and then several throughout the New Year.

Look for us on Facebook or

Instagram for dates and details. This expansion of our programming is a part of how we are actively working towards making a difference in our communities. We promote the ability to age in place and want to help facilitate that and collaborate with all the avenues that support seniors to stay in their homes.

Did you know you can call us to make your appointment for Foot Care as there are spots available for December?! What a great gift idea for someone or for yourself.

Your membership for 2022 will help us to continue bringing health care here into our communities.

To renew your membership or to take out a new membership, please contact us at 250-675-3661 or email: sshealthss@gmail.com.

We are very appreciative for all of your support throughout this past year.

A big thank you to all of our volunteers who help in many different ways. We are grateful for how our community has supported our fundraising campaigns and our ventures into helping to facilitate healthy homes and neighbourhoods.

From Copper Island Health and Wellness Centre, we wish you a very merry Christmas and many wishes for a happy and healthy New Year ahead in 2022.

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Salmon Arm Toastmasters

By Colin Bunston It is a great time of year we all look forward to. The Christmas holidays offer the opportunity to catch up with friends, relatives and coworkers. This year we hope you get that opportunity whether it’s in person or online. And while catching up is great for some, others really struggle with those social interactions especially in these ever-changing times.

At Toastmasters we practice communicating effectively through body language, what we say and how we say it. We hope to enrich your interactions this holiday season with some tips and suggestions to strengthen your relationships.

WHAT YOU SAY Try to keep conversations light and positive. Things like sex, religion and politics are commonly taboo subjects that can cause conflict and irritation amongst people within a conversation. If you do touch on these subjects, it may be best to keep them brief or add humour to lighten the mood. Subjects that would be more interesting to your audience are things that you have been excelling at, hobbies, a work project or your involvement in a community group. These are examples of things that are more likely to draw other people’s attention and reflect a more positive demeanor. As a result, others in the conversation may be motivated to speak about their interests, goals and more positive topics. If the conversation does turn more serious, don’t be afraid to interject a joke or segue into a more positive subject.

HOW YOU SAY IT Sometimes it’s not so much what you said in a conversation that can turn people off, but how you say the words that effect others. This is where language and emphasis on certain words can really change the demeanor and tone of

what you are saying which changes the message. Here are some examples: • “I did not say he lost the keys.”

(If not you, who said it?)

• “I did not say he lost the keys.”

(Maybe you wrote it?)

• “I did not say he lost the keys.”

(I guess someone else lost the keys.)

• “I did not say he lost the keys.”

(Perhaps he gave them away?)

• “I did not say he lost the keys.”

(Gee! I hope he didn’t lose the car!)

BODY LANGUAGE Your body language speaks as much as your words do. When you first see someone, smile and offer friendly gestures to be warm and welcoming. Your smile can help brighten up someone else and encourage them to reciprocate a smile back. Other things to keep in mind are your posture and stance. For instance, hands on your hips or arms crossed with a slouch can project a negative attitude whether you mean to or not. Try having a more open stance with arms loose and an upright posture.

END ON A POSITIVE May your interactions this holiday season be many and warm with good spirits. When the opportunity comes to visit with those special to you, enjoy every moment and truly take an interest in what they have to say. Expressing interest and showing you care about what the others have to say can really make a big positive impact in ways you may not realize. And when you are wrapping up your conversations, leave it on a positive note. Offer gratitude that you had this time to share together and catch up. Express encouragement for the others to chase their dreams or continue hobbies and interests. That little extra Christmas cheer can resonate through not only one person, it may help change a community.

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your public speaking and leadership skills, Salmon Arm Toastmasters is a local non-profit organization dedicated to helping others. The program is an affordable and friendly solution where you can achieve your goals at your own pace with mentors and a supportive group of like-minded people.

The club meets every Thursday evening in-person, at 7pm - 9pm at the Okanagan College in room 141. Please check our club website www.salmonarmtm.com for more information and updated schedules.

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Cedar Heights Community Association Where neighbours become friends

By Shaunne Letourneau You’re invited to two Christmas events: It’s a Christmas SHED party without the shed! This year’s Christmas SHED party will be outside in the picnic grounds – otherwise known as the grassy area by the pickleball courts. There will be a bonfire and hot chocolate and as traditional, everyone joins in with the singing provided by you. Date: December 17 at 7:00 pm. Drop in fee is $5/ person.

The second event is a dramatic reading of Charles Dicken’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Come and share the joy of the season with neighbours and friends. Refreshments will be available.

Date: December 21 at 7:00 pm. Drop in fee is $5/person.

Seating is limited so please call 250 675-3004 to reserve your place.

Please note that COVID protocols are in place. CHCA requires proof of vaccination for adults attending events at the Centre.

It’s been an unusual year - to say the least. While we’ve not been able to hold many of our traditional events and had our programs closed most of the year, our many volunteers

were busy. We’d like to thank everyone who helped with various grounds projects, outdoor programs, various fundraisers, restarting our indoor programs and welcoming visitors all summer. Volunteers clocked over 5000 hours this year. Dedicated volunteers are our strength!

The CHCA Board recognizes that, as we emerge from almost two years of restrictions on our ability to offer programs and events, it is a perfect time to renew our relationships with those living in the Blind Bay and Sorrento area. As a community organization, we want to be sure that what we are offering meets the needs of our neighbors. AND - we’d like to expand what we offer – for children, teens and adults. We have a large Centre, with a certified kitchen, and a wonderful outdoor space with a Par 3 golf course and Pickleball and Bocce Courts. If you have an idea for a program or event you’d like to see in 2022, please contact us.

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Blind Bay Memorial Hall’s Artistry Christmas Gift & Bake Sale Submitted by Maureen Croft-Steen Blind Bay Memorial Hall held its annual Artistry Christmas Gift and Bake Sale on Saturday Nov. 13 & Sunday Nov. 14.

20 vendors, both local and from the surrounding communities, displayed their craft to very appreciative shoppers. The artisans featured many items from woodwork, jewellery, Christmas wreaths, soaps, paintings, weaving, aboriginal works, and various fabric items.

The winners of the raffle are as follows: • Gift Certificate from The Spa, Sorrento Debra • Painting by Mr. James (Jim) Hayes – Lorene M.

• Gift Certificate from Blind Bay Grocer - Sherri M. • Gift Certificate from Aria Spa – Sharron M. • Gift Certificate from Lindy’s Boutique gift - Ronnie A. • Gift Certificate from Cap N Cork U-Brew – Lori L. • Gift Certificate from Ranchers Pizzeria & Bar – Rose W. • Lantern from Blind Bay Hardware & Mercantile – Patricia K. The Blind Bay Painters raised $533.54 as a donation to the Hall from the sale of their paintings.

We would like to thank Barbra Fairclough and “The Scoop” for the article in the October issue featuring the history of Blind Bay Community Society and Blind Bay Memorial Hall. As many residents are new to the community and know little of the history, these articles serve to remind us of the work accomplished by the early residents and the history of this beautiful area.

Sunnybrae Seniors Decorating Workshop The Sunnybrae Seniors Christmas Craft and Bakesale was a huge success with vendors and customers alike enjoying spontaneous indoor snowball fights and having fun finding wares to cross off Christmas lists. Thanks to everyone that participated and helped us raise funds for ongoing expenses at the hall. Happy Holidays everyone!

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Carlin Hall Community Association

By Jane Stephenson It is hard to believe a month has passed since Carlin Hall Community Association’s Board of Directors proceeded with its first coffeehouse. What a great success it was.

The full house (as per protocols) was most appreciative of the opportunity to support live music. When musicians, audience members and volunteers make an effort to ensure that things run smoothly, good things happen. The Board is looking forward to more of the same.

The December Coffeehouse will welcome Second Wind, Dale ‘Bushy’ Bush, along with Zach and the Elderly Brothers to open the evening’s entertainment.

The Board is pleased to announce that the Feature Act is Margit Sky Project, a crowd favourite from Kamloops. Please be reminded that this is, once again, an advance ticket sales only event. None will be available at the door. Remember your vaccine passports and masks. Seating is limited to 50 persons so get your tickets

early. November’s Coffeehouse sold out quickly!

In keeping with December Coffeehouse tradition, donations will be accepted for the Second Harvest Food Bank.

Your contributions of non-perishable food items and/or cash will be greatly appreciated.

Due to the timing of the January edition of the SCOOP please be advised that Carlin Hall’s January Coffeehouse will be on January 8 at 7:00 pm. At this time two opening acts have been confirmed. Russ Perry, and Glen Mayer will join us at the New Year’s first coffeehouse. Carlin Hall will be pleased to welcome Blu and Kelly Hopkins to the stage as January’s Feature Act. Session One of the Tuesday Beginner Workshop/Jam will draw to a close in a couple of weeks. The group of 11 has been great to work with and continue to learn and grow. Everyone’s sounding pretty dang good!!

The Wednesday Intermediate Jam made a move to an afternoon time slot from 1:00-3:00 pm. It, too, has been well BLINDS attended and people are enjoying the SHADES daylight driving.

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Bring a friend and enjoy a productive afternoon of creating. Children are most welcome and must be able to self direct and be actively monitored by parent/ guardian. No child minding is provided.

For further information, please contact Diane at 250 517 0861.

The SMALL HALL CRAWL will be returning on February 26 featuring The Hillties! Additional details will be provided in January. Do mark this date on your calendars now.

Details regarding programming and events are available at www.carlinhall.net Our beautiful province continues to be at the mercy of Mother Nature. Our thoughts are with those who have been so devastatingly affected by the floods and mudslides during this month of November. Be kind to one another, share what you have as supplies are short. Working together is a good thing.

The Carlin Hall Community Association Board of Directors would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your continued support. Everyone wishes you and yours a joyous Holiday Season and good health and happiness in the New Year.

Monashee Music Festival Set to Rock the Shuswap Release Monashee Music Festival, featuring Alternative and Rock Bands, is set to take place at the Sicamous Dog Park, Friday July 22 and Saturday July 23, 2022.

The rock line up for the music festival is 54-40, Daniel Wesley, The Midnight Echo, Spendo, Wiseman and Dr Friday.

Headlining band, 54-40 is a timeless BC based alternative rock band featuring an unbelievable catalogue of hit songs including Baby Ran, She La, Casual Viewin’, One Gun, Ocean Pearl, Love You All, Music Man, I Go Blind, One Day In Your Life, Assaholic, Radio Love Song, Baby Have Some Faith, Miss You, Blame Your Parents, 100

Songs, Easy to Love, Crossing a Canyon, Since When, Nice to Love You, and Lies to Me. Event Producer, Andy Bowie says “Music heals, it’s time to bring people back together in a safe manner to support BC artists and one another. For the inaugural year we look forward to supporting the charity organization – Mamas for Mamas.”

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Eagle Bay - Community Owned - Volunteer Run

By Cathy Wolf Volunteerism was key to a successful Ol’Fashion Ham Bake that the Eagle Bay Community Association hosted at the end of November. Volunteer cooks, door checkers, ticket sellers, bartenders, hall decorators, music coordinators, dish washers, entertainers and a volunteer Master of Ceremonies all came together over a number of weeks to make two special days of great food, entertainment and company. Thank you for your contribution and your generosity.

This coming year we are looking forward to an array of possibilities for providing support and service to our community. How can volunteers help?

We know, for example, that programs for children and adolescents is a current gap and a future opportunity. What will our new park offer for children and youth by way of family time, sports, theatre, music and social outings? How will volunteers come forward to lead and participate in developing programs in our multipurpose basketball, field hockey area or pickle ball courts? Could we have a summer day camp program? How could hiking and biking be part of a youth social outing? Could volunteers provide painting or playtime that would offer parents some time to relax and holiday?

How about senior and outdoor fitness over the summer?

Could pickle ball for beginners help? Are outdoor cooking classes fun to consider? Should there be computer support teams ready to work at connecting our community to the world of the internet? Summer theatre might be of interest? Are there visual artists who would like to work together and capture

some of the splendour of our district and display it in our hall? What are you thinking about that interests you?

More music we are told. Besides monthly coffee houses, what about Friday Night get-togethers where we bring local talent forward and host events that promote family time.

Campfires and sing-alongs might be fun.

Vendors are interested in having a place over the summer to market their wares or host farmers’ markets. Along with vendors, let’s consider an auction sale during Eagle Bay Days and have our pancake breakfast, book sale, antique car display, children’s games and garden club treats still available for all Crafts, quilting, fitness, the garden club, book club, workshops, and darts, all currently offer time to connect and enjoy hobbies and interests. What are we missing? What role do volunteers have in our planning?

It is at the heart of our belief that our Community Association is “Community Owned and Volunteer Run. As we close out what has been a very challenging two years of managing the new world of health and safety concerns, what does life in Eagle Bay look like to you? Talk to any one of the Community Directors. Share your ideas and consider how you might volunteer to lead the way or to offer support to others. While the possibilities are endless and exciting, they will only come alive with everyone’s help.

We would appreciate hearing from you. Take a part, big or small, and see what happens.

Merry Christmas and Very Happy to Be New Year!

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Sorrento Health Centre

Bon Appétit from the Sorrento Health Centre

By Celia Dyer Shortbread… chocolate truffles… those gooey peanut butter marshmallow squares…

Decadent holiday memories that are hard to forget as they stick with us throughout the New Year.

Seasonal indulgence doesn’t have to induce nagging guilt; or be so virtuous it tastes like cardboard. As we kick off the season of merriness, the folks at the Sorrento Health Centre have put together a few favourites that find that sweet spot between delicious and nutritious.

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Spicy Nuts Great as a gift and so easy and quick!

• 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 3 Tbsp butter • 3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • 1/4 tsp cayenne • Few drops Tabasco • 3 cups nuts (mixture of pecans, almonds, • cashews) Preheat oven to 300°F Mix garlic and butter. In a heavy skillet combine butter mixture, Worcestershire sauce, cinnamon, cayenne and Tabasco. Simmer a few minutes, then add nuts and toss well. Spread nuts on cookie sheet and bake 10 min. Turn nuts over and bake for another 5-10 min. or until slightly brown and crisp. Cool.

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A Mixed Bag of Art

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What we use to create!!

Our sketch kit includes different types of shading pencils, a special tube to extend your pencils, markers and crayons, a thin exacto knife, blending tools which is rolled up white paper that is sharpened at either end to help with things in your drawings and sketches, there are 3 that are all different lengths.

3 charcoal pencils that are soft, medium and hard, a GB graphite pencil, a white vinyl eraser, thin graphite sticks that are also soft, medium and hard, which means they are all at different darknesses.

A kneading eraser to help with highlights in sketches, 3 thick charcoal sticks which again are soft, medium and hard, a small thin pad of sandpaper to help with getting a nice sharp tip on your pencil, and 2 small pencil sharpeners, one sharpener has 2 sharpeners both different sizes, and the other only has one sharpener.

And I will tell you every single shading pencil in the kit, 5H, 4H, 3H, 2H, B, HB, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, 6B and 8B,

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The teacher says, “Spit out your gum!”

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Media Release Mark your calendars! The Shuswap Music Festival returns as a live, in-person event April 1130, 2022. Register on-line at www.ShuswapFestival.com from December 1/21 to January 31/22.

Disciplines include Junior and Senior Piano, Strings and Vocal as well as School Bands. In adherence with provincial health protocols, choirs and ensembles are not allowed. Youth residing in the area from Chase in the east to Revelstoke in the west and from the North Shuswap to Vernon and its environs are eligible to enter.

Sessions will be held at the First United Church, Salmon Arm, and all participants 12 and older must be double vaccinated. As the date draws near, the latest Covid-19 protocols and their impact on the Festival will be posted on the website.

The annual Festival celebrates the success of amateur musicians of all ages. It provides an opportunity to learn from acclaimed professional musicians who coach and inspire excellence. The success of the Festival depends on the active support of many volunteers.

To learn more and to become involved, visit www.ShuswapFestival.com. Follow us on FaceBook.

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Shuswap Overland Adventures Achieving Adventure Goals

By Jason Lutterman As I write the wrong date on every piece of paper that crosses my path, I seem to be unable to grasp that it’s the end of another year.

I set adventure goals every season, some easily achievable, others taking time and often the participation of good friends to achieve.

Last year, the goal was to fish one hundred days even if for just an hour before dark. And with the help of a pregnant wife, fished 88 days.

Some with her, some hiding down by the river contemplating the journey we were about to take together and how to be a good man, a father.

You can learn a lot slowing dragging fly line through your fingers staring into the current. In that moment, the water passing has never been there before and never will be there again. I listened when so many told me to “enjoy it, it goes by fast”.

In a year of fire, floods and politics we improvised, adapted and overcame.

Trips cancelled and new ones planned, an

incredible first year for our wolf pack.

From our daughter’s first backcountry trip in January at only five weeks old to seeing her walk leaving her own footprints in the soft dirt.

I watched as her face lit up as the first fish she’d ever seen came out of the water and after a touch was returned to White Lake. Sat on the shore of Lake Revelstoke as she took her first bite of some fresh Burbot. Heard the best sound in the world as she giggled from her mother’s lap, sitting low wearing a little Tilley hat in the kayak gliding down the lake beside me.

We got to share this with those close to us, sat on Copper Island with a small BBQ and a big smile as we made our dinner for the evening. We wasted no days, it does go by fast but I didn’t miss a thing. I achieved my goal this year, I got to show her where she comes from. And she’s seen it from the top of the mountains to the bottom of our valleys.

While I can’t show her one of my favourite things about this time of year, The Christmas Train (due to its cancellation), I will find something this December

to do that we can share every year going forward. Maybe a trip to the BC Wildlife park for their annual Wild Lights or maybe a trip to Notch Hill for the beautiful horse drawn sleigh of Walter’s Sleigh Rides. If you have an idea, I’m all ears, send in a message and let me know what your family does that’s a local tradition. I also have to say thank you, to the Scoop and the readers.

These short thoughts put to paper have given me something tangible to hand down to her to see who her father is and the beautiful community she comes from. As for 2022 all I can say is there will be some small footprints on the trail and some grateful people heading down it together. Merry Christmas

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Clubs & Organizations

Arts Council for the South Shuswap Karen Brown 250-515-3276 Blind Bay Bridge Club Vicki 250-675-2141, vicki00@telus.net Blind Bay Community Society 250-675-3919, blindbayhall@gmail.com Blind Bay Painters Trudy Grigg cell 403-934-0503, home 250-835-0039, t.grigg05@gmail.com Blind Bay Garden Club Susan 250-835-2351 or Donald 778-490-5008 Carlin Country Market Angela Inskip 250-833-2094, carlinpac@hotmail.com Carlin Elementary Middle School PAC Angela Inskip 250-833-2094, Carlinpac@hotmail.com Chase Fish & Game Club Helen 250-679-8019 Copper Island Health & Wellness Centre 2417 Golf Course Dr. Blind Bay Market 250-675-3661 Copper Island Seniors Resource Services (CISRS) (beside Spinnake r Cafe) 250-6753661, cisrcbb@gmail.com CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 CSRD Area C Director Paul Demenok 250-517-0810, pdemenok@csrd.bc.ca Emergency Support Services Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Eagle Bay 4445 Eagle Bay Rd., Chief Alan Rendell, 250-517-0429, EagleBayVFD@csrd.bc.ca Sorrento Hall #1 1164 Passchendale Road, Chief Gary Hoult ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca Sorrento Hall #2 2505 Greer Rd., Chief Gary Hoult ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca Tappen/Sunnybrae 3732 Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Rd., Chief Marc Zaichkowsky TappenSunnybraeVFD@ csrd.bc.ca White Lake 3607 Parri Rd., Chief Bryan Griffin 250-835-4500, WhiteLakeVFD@csrd.bc.ca Fire Services CoordinatorA Sean Coubrough 250-833-5955 scoubrough@csrd.bc.ca FIRST RESPONDERS Debbie Edwards, thebackacher@telus.net GT Dragon Boat Society Susan Eisenberger 250-803-6864, www.gtdragonboatsociety.ca HEALTH SERVICES South Shuswap Health Services Society Sue McCrae 250-675-3661, http://sshss.ca Sorrento Health Centre 250-675-2167

Sorrento Health Centre Society Eldene Lindberg 250 675 4168 Lions Club sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca / Web: Sorrento Lions Club - Lions e-Clubhouse Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca North/ South Shuswap Comm. Resource nsscr@live.ca, Leigh 250-515-4682 Notch Hill Cemetery Society Louise 250-253-5776 ROAD MAINTENANCE Acciona Infrastructure Maintenance Inc - 1-866 222-4204, Vernon Moti 250-503-3664, aimroads@acciona.ca Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) South Shuswap Leigh Schaffer 250-675-4818, lschaffer@orl.bc.ca Blind Bay Market www.orl.bc.ca/branches/south-shuswap Shuswap Better at Home Central Intake 250-253-2749, sbahintake@outlook.com Shuswap Community Foundation 250832-5428, www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Emergency Program Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Shuswap Hospice Society 250-832-7099, 250-675-2568 (Sorrento) Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers 1-866-293-3851,

info@slams.ca / www.slams.ca Shuswap Theatre Society https://shuswaptheatre.com South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce Karen Brown 250-515-0002, manager@southshuswapchamber.com Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Tennis sletennisclub@gmail.com Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca / www.SWOA.ca Sorrento Drop In Society 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358 Sorrento Food Bank Tina Hysop 250-253-3663,sorrentofoodbank.ca Sorrento Lions Club Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Rd. sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca Sorrento Minor Ball Geoff 250-804-6923, sorrentominorball@gmail.com South Shuswap Canada Day Committee Tammy Packer 250-463-2495 Victim Services Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 White Lake Community Hall Society 3617 Parri Road, 778-231-8810, whitelakehall@cablelan.net White Lake Residents Assoc. (WLRA) info@wlra.ca / www.wlra.ca White Lake New Horizons Seniors Club - Tim Hoy 250-835-2141

DISCLAIMER – The information in this publication is carefully gathered & compiled to ensure maximum accuracy. The South Shuswap Scoop cannot, and does not, guarantee the correctness of all information furnished them, nor the complete absence of errors or omissions: therefore, no responsibility for same can be nor is assumed. Press releases and reports from community organizations and businesses are encouraged but may be edited to fit available space. We reserve the right to refuse any ad or item that conflicts with the intent of this paper. Articles, advertisements and design in this publication may not be reproduced in any way without prior permission of the author. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, the portion of the advertising space occupied by the error will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate.

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Community Events Calendar SOUTH SHUSWAP

Cod Gone Wild - Dec. 10, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm at Sorrento Memorial Hall. Purchase tickets at https://codgonewild.com/shows Gingerbread Contest - Several age categories. Deadline to register Dec. 12 at shuswaparts. com. Send photos of gingerbread houses by Dec. 15. See ad page 7.

Merry Little Holiday Gathering - Eagle Bay Hall, Sat. December 11 from 3 to 5 pm for an informal get together of neighbours & friends. Christmas crafts, games, treats. Entertainment and singing of some favourite carols. We welcome 49 people (including children). Masks required. Pre-registration required by emailing Margaret at mmccormick50@gmail.com Christmas Hamper donations - Drop off by the third Wednesday in December during Sorrento food bank open hours of 9 to 3pm. Hampers will be assembled and delivered on Wed. Dec 22.

Christmas Bird Count - Dec. 15 in Sorrento area - call Claudette at 250 679 8148. On December 19 in 15 mile radius of Salmon Arm, email tedhillary@shaw.ca Nutrition for Older Adults - Dec. 6, 1 pm at Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre. Learn about nutrition, how to manage chronic disease, and more. To register call 250-675-3661 or email: sshealthss@gmail.com See ad page 10 Christmas SHED party - without the shed. December 17 at 7:00 pm in the grassy area by the Cedar Heights pickleball courts. Bonfire, hot chocolate and singing. Proof of vaccination required for adults.

A Christmas Carol - Sat. December 18 at 7:30 at Eagle Bay Hall. A dramatic reading of Charles Dicken’s story by Cedar Heights drama group. Admission by donation. Vaccine Passport required. FMI Margaret at mmccormick50@gmail.com or call A Christmas Carol - December 21 at 7:00 pm at Cedar Heights Community Hall. A dramatic reading of Charles Dicken’s story. Refreshments available.

Limited seating. Reserve at 250 675-3004. Proof of vaccination required for adults.

The Shadowlands: A Winter Solstice – offering Music, Meditation and Musing. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Online – Zoom. FMI www.sorrentocentre.ca/events Shuswap Twinkle Trail - a map to homes and businesses lit up for Christmas. Send your name and home address to Rebecca@ unrefined.ca to add your home.

Map at www.zeemaps.com/ Shuswap_Holiday_Twinkle_Trail Coffee House at Carlin Hall Jan. 8 at 7 pm. Featuring Blu and Kelly Hopkins. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Vaccine passports and masks are required. FMI carlinhall.net South Shuswap Library - Fireside Knitters Exciting times as we start a slow reintroduction of groups into our library space.

10:00 am 1st & 3rd Fridays of every month. Registration required. Contact Susan at goodisusan@yahoo.ca Blind Bay Garden Club. Second Tuesday of the month. Please email Susan at susankerr4026@gmail.com to secure a spot. Become a Friend of the Library. Help change lives, open doors to opportunity and become a hub for your community. Sign up at the branch.

Need Help? Contact Us! Visit us at they branch. www.orl.bc.ca/ hours-locations or email us at help@orl.bc.ca Call the toll-free eBook Help Line: 1-844-6498127 Owl Prowl 2022 – Sorrento Centre Farm on Jan. 17. Moonlit forested walk through the historic farm in search of the resident owls. Family friendly hike.

In partnership with Shuswap Adventure Girl. FMI www.sorrentocentre.ca/events CSRD Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporation Study - In person Open Houses on Mon, Jan. 17, 6 pm to 8:30 pm at Sorrento Memorial Hall / Thurs. Jan. 20, 6 pm to 8:30 pm at Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre / Sat. Jan. 29, 1 pm to 3:30 pm at Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre. * All in-person meetings are subject to change or may have attendance restrictions based on Public Health Orders in effect at that time. If we are unable to proceed with in-person meetings, alternate arrangements will be made for public engagement in January.

Live streaming and recording will be available. To register or

for more info: www.csrd.bc.ca see ad on pg 17 Blind Bay Painters: every Tuesday 9:00am - 3:00pm. Contact Trudy (250)253-0320 Hiking group for women – Monthly free organized outdoor experiences. Welcome to The Lady Alliance - Shuswap Chapter. FMI www.shuswapadventuregirl.ca or https://theladyalliance.com Lions weekly meat & 50/50 draws - every Friday from 5 to 7pm for ten meat draws. 50/50 draw at 7 pm at Copper Island Bar and Grill.

Craft afternoon - Jan. 16 from 2:00-4:00 pm at Carlin Hall. FMI Diane at 250 517 0861 Copper Island Health Centre Call 250-675-2196 for a Doctor’s appointment. Mobile Lab Tues. & Thurs. 9am to 1pm. Foot Care Wednesday. The Smile People Dental Clinic, 3rd Fri. of month.

250-675-3661 all other services appointments and resources..

Keep up to date by checking the calendar at https://sshss.ca/ calendar/ Located at Blind Bay Marketplace Sorrento & Area Health Centre - Primary care by Theresa Walters - 250-675-2167. Foot care

by Vanna King Tuesdays - 250574-9969. To book an immunization call 250-833-4101 The Smile Mission Dental Clinic - Dental hygiene days offered at Copper Island Health Centre in Blind Bay. Call for an appointment 250-833-9923. Read the advertorial on page 29 for more info.

NORTH SHUSWAP Santa Parade - Friday, Dec. 10.

Leaving the Hub in Scotch Creek at 5:30 pm, turning at the Fire Hall to back to the PharmaChoice parking lot. Lions float will stop at Scotch Creek Market where Santa will meet with children. Hot dogs and drinks by donation to North Shuswap Christmas Hamper Program.

North Shuswap Elementary School Choir will be singing Christmas carols. Please Note: ROAD CLOSURE 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm - Squilax-Anglemont Road from the corner of Ashe Road to Kenwood Gate for the parade.

See ad on page 5.

NS Health Society’s 12 Days of Christmas Raffle - December 10 to 21. Ticket drawn at noon each

day at NS Health Centre. Last day of ticket sales is Dec. 20.

SALMON ARM & AREA The Coyotes’ Christmas - Dec. 10 - 19 (multiple performances at Shuswap Theatre. When three hungry coyotes disguised as shepherds (in a futile effort to catch sheep) are told by an angel that “unto you is born this day the Lamb of God”, they set out to steal the lamb, not realizing it is the baby Jesus.

FMI and tickets go to https:// shuswaptheatre.com/ Sandy Cameron’s Merry Kriz - Jazz performance Dec. 16, 7 pm to 9 pm at the Nexxus at First. Admission by donation. FMI check out shuswapculture.ca David & Ken’s Comedy With Music - Jan. 6 & 7, 8 pm at Shuswap Theatre. Real stories character-driven improv scenes and hilarious spontaneous songs with world-class guitar playing.

FMI shuswapculture.ca Shuswap Music Festival - returns as a live, in-person event April 11-30, 2022. Register online at www.ShuswapFestival. com from December 1/21 to January 31/22.

Salmon Arm Toastmasters meet every Thursday 7 - 9pm at the Okanagan College in Salmon Arm. Members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills. www. salmonarmtm.com. FMI salmonarmtm@gmail.com

ONLINE / WEBINARS etc.

Holiday Train at Home concert streamed on Facebook, YouTube and www.cpr.ca/holidaytrain on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 5:00 p.m.

CSRD Board Meeting - Thursday, December 9, 10:00 am.

Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca.

Agenda available approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

Playingforchange.com - Dec. 15 at 6pm on the YouTube channel, a global event for the environment will premiere. 200+ artists from 35+ countries will connect through music for a better planet. Uniting the world, taking action to advance progress toward sustainable development goals.

The universal language of music, art of story telling and wisdom of culture will be shared to help us all stand up tall and walk the walk of life on earth.

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Single column Classified Display Ads: $12.00 for the first inch, then $2.25 per 1/4 inch thereafter. Email ads to classifieds.thescoop@gmail.com or Call/text 250-463-2611.

We accept cheques and email money transfers for payment.

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www. coshappraisals.com Scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, bathroom safety, stair-lifts, hospital beds. Free Screening for obstructive sleep apnea, treatment and follow-up. CPAP masks, parts, and accessories.

Respiratory therapy equipment and home oxygen. Located in Salmon Arm 250-832-2431 and Vernon 250-542-2425 www.lakesidemedical.ca

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CLOSED: Sun., Mon. & Statutory Holidays (250) 675-4818 #1 - 2425 Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay Market

HELP WANTED SEEKING MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT The Sorrento Community Health Centre is looking for a part-time (two days per week) Medical Office Assistant to join our team.

You will provide support to our Nurse Practitioner who provides primary care to the residents of Sorrento and surrounding area.

If you hold a Medical Office Assistant Certificate, have excellent computer skills and are dedicated to working in a collaborative environment while providing professional, quality service to patients, we invite you to apply.

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

Blind Bay Memorial Hall 2510 Blind Bay Rd. 250-6753139 blindbayhall@gmail.com Facebook: Blind Bay Memorial Hall & Reedman Gallery www.blindbaymemorialhall.ca Carlin Hall 4051 Myers Rd. Tappen www.carlinhall.net To book call Marcha Adams at 250-835-8577 Cedar Heights Community Association 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay 250-675-2012 www.cedarheightscommunity.ca Eagle Bay Community Hall 4326 Eagle Bay Rd. www.eaglebayhall.ca Hall rentals: 778-888-7391 Notch Hill Town Hall 1639 Notch Hill Rd. Pres. Anna-Marie Eckhart 250-804-3374

Check us out on Facebook Heritage Rentals - Marianne Romyn 250-835-4721 Notch Hill Hall Events - Amy Berry 250-804-1806 Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre sle@shuswaplakeestates.com www.shuswaplakeestates.com 250-675-2523 Sunnybrae Community Hall 3595 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. Hall Rentals - Rob Milne: 250-8358657 Facebook.com/SunnybraeCommunityAssociation sunnybraecommunityassociation.com Sunnybrae Seniors Hall 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd. sunnybrae.srs@gmail.com White Lake Community Hall 3617 Parri Road 250-803-4616 whitelakehall@cablelan.net

Recycling depots Sorrento 1164 Passchendaele Rd (parking lot of Fire Hall #1)

Tappen Co-op 4828 Trans Canada Hwy

Wed, Thu & Fri Noon to 4pm Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm, Stat Holidays Closed

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Transfer Stations SALMON ARM 4290 – 20th Ave SE April 1 to Oct 31 Daily 9am - 5pm Nov 1 to Mar 31 Daily 9am - 4pm Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day Closed

SKIMIKIN 2281 Skimikin Rd Fri to Tues 10am - 4pm Stat Holidays Closed

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