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By Jo Anne Malpass are buried at Groesbeek cemetery. “We Einar Victor Isfeld is one of 7,600 Ca- have to pay tribute to those young solnadian soldiers who gave their lives to lib- diers who lost their lives so far away from erate The Netherlands at the end of World home fighting for our freedom. We would • Drain Rock • Road Materials War II and is buried in one of three Cana- like to recognize every single one of them • Crush Products dian war cemeteries in The Netherlands. by a photo and the story of his life, so they In his pocket was the will never be forgot• Blasted Landscape Rock last letter he received ten.” we build from his young wife In 2004, nearly rock walls and a medallion with 60 years after Einar a photo of him and his Victor’s death, his wife on one side and son would get to visit of him and his baby his father’s grave for son on the other. the first time. He and His son, Dennis his wife, Elizabeth, Isfeld, long time resiwent once more bedent of Scotch Creek, fore returning earlier has been working with this year on May 6, Dutch researchers and when a war memonow his father’s story rial monument was is part of the Faces to unveiled in GendrinGraves project. Faces Einar Victor Isfeld with his infant son, Dennis gen. Dennis delivPhotos courtesy the Isfeld family To Canadian War ered a speech at the Graves Groesbeek unveiling and visited Foundation was set up by three members the places where his father stayed and was of the Royal Canadian Legion, Dutch fatally injured.

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he obtained over the next two years, stationed from Dartmouth Nova Scowith this event.” tia, Manitoba, Alberta to Port Alberni, He received insight about his father and his death, and from speaking BC. His wife and son remained in Manto the people he met, he also came to understand how much the Dutch people itoba, staying with Jean’s parents, with Einar spending the next two Christmasstill respect and appreciate the Canadians for their sacrifice to liberate The es and one 14-day summer leave with his family.

Netherlands.

On December 25, 1944, he departHe was taken to meet a man, Mr. ed overseas by ship Wim Dellemann, 88, out of Dartmouth, who was 11 years old Nova Scotia. He when Dennis’s father arrived in Scotland was wounded. Mr. in January 1945 Dellemann rememand received further bered the actual battle training in England, with a full description Belgium and Holland. of events including On March 13, 1945, the actual farmyard he went into active where the woundaction. ing took place. “A His regiment was German soldier was in actively involved in the process of surrenOperation Veritadering to my father ble, advancing into when another German soldier, who was Dennis and grandson Tyler at his father’s Germany. It was the task of the Cameron unwilling to surrenheadstone at Groesbeek Canadian der, actually made the Military Cemetery on May 5, 2022 during Highlanders to move The Netherlands Remembrance Day. into the direction wounding shot. My of Neetterden, The father, now wounded Netherlands. During was removed to the reconnaissance, it basement of that farm became clear that house and later taken this village could not to an allied Military be captured without hospital in Bedburg, a fight, as it was Germany where he situated right at the passed on April 6.” border with GermaThe Faces to ny.

Graves project gave Lengthy fighting Dennis a document took place and on with the information Einar Isfeld carried this medallion with pic- March 30, Einar was he had provided and some from the exten- tures of his wife Lillian and son. The ring severely wounded. was worn by him during the war and bears With a bullet wound sive documentation in his stomach and the Dutch have about his initials. E.V.I. a broken arm he Canadian soldiers. was moved to the military hospital in Einar Victor Isfeld was born in Germany, where he died on April 5-6, 1915 in Big Point, Manitoba. He married Dennis’s mother, Jean, in 1941 1945, one month before the end of the and on August 18, 1942 their only son, Second World War, at the age of 30.

He was temporarily buried at the Dennis, was born. On their 240-hectare farm, Einar and Jean kept 2 horses, 12 Canadian Military Cemetery in Bedburg, Germany. On September 24, milk cows, 33 sheep and 10 chickens 1945, he was reburied at the Canadinext to 14 pieces of other livestock. an War Cemetery in Groesbeek, The On November 11, 1942, Einar Netherlands. enlisted in The Queen’s Own CamEinar Isfeld’s full story and those eron Highlanders. He spent the next two years training at various Canadian of many other Canadian soldiers buried in Groesbeek can be found at www. basis. The Faces to Graves project includes all the bases and qualifications facestograves.nl/lifestories

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By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

Is this the last time we will be become law, and as of late October 2022, turning our clocks back in November? the House had not voted or even disIt seems it all depends on what the U.S. cussed the bill since the Senate passage.

“The main impediments dimming does. the legislation’s chances of passing A 2019 provincial government survey found 93% of British Columbians appear to be fundamental disagreements were tired of time changes twice a year over its language and a general consenand wanted to move to permanent day- sus that other matters take precedence as light saving time. B.C. passed legislation the House grapples with high inflation, later that year, that would make daylight gun massacres and fending off judicial time permanent across the province but threats on issues such as abortion and said it would only be enacted once Wash- marriage equality,” says The Hill newsington state, Oregon and California do paper. the same, to keep the provincial econoIn April 2022, a CBS News/You Gov my aligned with its U.S. poll showed that 46% neighbours. of participants opted for In Canada, time is a daylight saving all year provincial jurisdiction. long, with 33% preferring Ontario passed similar permanent standard time legislation in 2020 but and 21% stating they like will only enact it if our current time-change Quebec and New York setup. In 2021, Alberta On Nov. 6 go along with it. So, held a referendum with basically we are waiting 50.2% wanting to stay for American States to make daylight with changing the time twice a year, time permanent. Although dozens of although Albertans were not given the states have considered legislation to end option of remaining with standard time, clock changes, only federal action can only permanent daylight savings time. establish permanent daylight savings The House of Representatives seems time in the United States. to agree the current time change twice a On March 15, 2022, just days year should end but disagree over whether Daylight Saving or Standard time after clocks were adjusted to “spring should become the norm. forward,” the U.S. Senate passed the If the bill were to pass in the next Sunshine Protection Act of 2021, which would abolish clock changes in favor of year, permanent daylight savings time would take effect in the U.S. on Nov. 5, permanent daylight savings time. The 2023 and many provinces would probaSenate said the move would make the bly follow suit. economy stronger, afternoons brighter But with things bogged down in the and seasonal depression easier to fight.

U.S. federal government, clocks will be At the time, B.C. Premier John Horgan said the vote brings the province turned back one hour at 2:00 a.m. local time on November 6. We will then move one step closer to doing away with the our clocks forward in March and wait for time change.

U.S. politicians to decide what happens a The Sunshine Protection Act still year from now. requires approval by the House of Representatives and President Biden to

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Kickin’ it up with Jay at NorthShuswap.Info

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

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The election is over and I want to thank those of you who turned out to vote last month. Provincially around 30% of eligible voters exercised their right to select who would represent them. Here in the North Shuswap, a bit less than 20% turned out. That’s interesting in that there were two quite different choices on tap. Be that as it may, I am encouraged by my win and will continue to do my best to represent you, and now, with Covid restrictions lifted, bring the community more into the conversation. I will continue my monthly Kicker columns and continue with Town Hall meetings both spring and fall, and of course, email/call me anytime.

So, looking ahead, there are a few things I’d like to accomplish over the next 4 years. I’ve mentioned a few of them in my past articles, basically a few studies which will lead to a new Official Community Plan. This will provide opportunities for the community (hopefully more than 20%) to get involved in planning the future of the North Shuswap.

There are a couple of other topics that are on my agenda. One is housing – local low-maintenance seniors housing, as well as available/affordable housing. This is on pretty much every community in the country’s agenda right now. This has really come home to roost with the challenges I’ve had finding suitable housing and help for my ageing mother. The 2021 census shows that all age groups in the North Shuswap have increased since 2016, and the population of 65 and over has gone up by 46% (1255). I have had conversations with a number of people suggesting they’re disappointed at having to leave the North Shuswap but they are getting to the point that they cannot maintain their yards/dwellings any more, and there’s nowhere here to move to a low-maintenance situation. This is a huge business opportunity, the waitlist to get into any level of post-home dwelling is typically over 8 months. Right now, there are almost 200 people here over 75 years old, and unfortunately we’re all getting older.

Another focus is winter recreation opportunities. I attended a Shuswap Trails round table meeting the other day and discussed opportunities for Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoe trails in our North Shuswap. It seems there might be some locations, not too far off the main road that might accommodate these activities. We all know that our summers are crazy. If we could open up winter opportunities, our local businesses would benefit greatly. Of course, one limiting factor is winter accommodation, but that won’t expand until there is demand, and demand won’t come until recreation opportunities exist.

One other thing on my list is to get a handle on Food Security in the North Shuswap. I’ve mentioned before that Covid, not to mention the current political situation in the world, showed us the fragile nature of food supplies. I’m certainly not a doom-and-gloomer, but in all (continued on page 6)

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things, preparation is key. The South Shuswap/Salmon Arm have been working on this for a few years and there are lessons to learn there. I’d like to pull together an interested group from the North Shuswap and begin the process. I’ve chatted with Jade Shamen of Rawbite Farm and Wood in Celista, who had a meeting back in the spring, and am hoping to get him and the manager of the Shuswap Food Action Society (Shuswapfood.ca) out to talk to us. If you have an interest in this topic, let me know.

Ongoing tasks such as road maintenance, bylaw infractions, broadband coverage (internet), mosquitos, economic development, Shuswap Watershed Council, the Sicamous-North Okanagan Rail Trail (love the acronym), local parks and parallel trails, as well as other committee and board meetings help to keep me busy. But my priority is hearing from and talking to you. So, do drop me an email, or give me a call. If any local groups or non-profits would like me to come to one of your meetings I’d be happy to join you. And if you have an interest in any of the above topics, or other things that might benefit the North Shuswap, let me know.

All in? Let’s go!

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Chase RCMP Detachment COLLISION AND TRESPASSING On October 5, 2022 at 5:53 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a single vehicle collision on the Trans Canada Highway, west of Chase. The driver swerved to miss a dog and instead hit a giant road sign and went in the ditch. The dog ran off. Passers-by, concerned the dog might be injured, followed it onto fenced private property, past a gate and a ‘no trespassing’ sign. Startled to find strangers trespassing on his property and unaware of the accident, the homeowner phoned 911 and threatened to chase the trespassers away with a bat. The 911 call-taker realized what was likely happening and was able to de-escalate the situation until Police arrived. Police investigated the collision, organized the tow, scolded the well-meaning trespassers and re-assured the homeowner but did not locate the dog.

MISSING PATIENT On October 11, Chase RCMP were notified that a psychiatric patient had escaped from his medical transport on route to the lower mainland from Alberta. The patient had been permitted a brief restroom break without an escort and had seized the opportunity to flee. Chase RCMP were requested to assist in locating the patient. Police were warned that the patient had a history of aggression toward police officers. Chase RCMP searched for the patient with assistance from Kamloops Police Dog Services. The patient eventually (continued on page 8)

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returned to the medical transport vehicle of his own accord. Police were then required to escort the medical staff and their patient to the nearest hospital.

SUSPICIOUS BLANKET On October 12, Chase RCMP were requested to investigate a possible body in the South Thompson River. A fisherman noticed a blanket that seemed to be wrapped around a human shaped object.

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of the river. The blanket appeared to be stained with blood.

The complainant explained that Police would need to travel by boat to the sand bar and then wade into the river to reach the blanket. The river was too low for the RCMP boat, so the complainant generously volunteered to transport Police to the site. With dread, Police waded into the river and began to examine the blanket. What initially appeared to be blood splotches, was in fact, a red floral pattern on a beige background. To everyone’s immense relief, the blanket contained nothing but sand and rocks.

IMPAIRED DRIVER On October 14, Chase RCMP were advised of a motor vehicle collision on Holding Road. Neighbours heard a crash and hurried outside in the dark to check on the driver. The driver had failed to negotiate a curve; his pickup crossed the centre line and went off the road. The pickup stopped when it became wedged on top of a concrete barrier that prevented the truck from plummeting down a steep embankment into the Adams River. Police noted that the driver seemed unsteady on his feet; however, this is not unusual given the circumstances. During the investigation, breath samples were obtained from the driver. The breath samples produced ‘fail’ readings, indicating that the driver’s ability to drive was impaired by alcohol. Luckily, no one was harmed. The driver received a 90-day driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

MONSTERS UNDER THE BED On October 16 at 12:14 am, Chase RCMP were requested to attend a local motel room to investigate a suspicious situation. The complainant was convinced there was someone under his bed. He was hiding in the bathroom, while waiting for Police. Police attended and summoned the courage to check under the bed. There was nothing underneath it. No monsters under the bed...this time.

SUSPICIOUS OBJECT On October 20 at 3:00 pm, Chase RCMP received another report of a possible body on the bank of the South Thompson River near Pritchard. The caller had been driving along the Trans Canada Highway when he observed (continued on page 9)

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something human shaped, covered with birds. Police walked along the river shore for a considerable distance but found only a human shaped log with a bunch of birds on it.

STOLEN VEHICLE On October 24 between 1200 and 1700 hrs, Chase RCMP received a report that a truck was stolen from a property on Express Point Rd, Scotch Creek. The truck was described as a 2005 Silver Dodge Ram 3500 with BC Licence Plate: CJ1133. The truck has chrome wheels, a tonneau cover, rock tamer mud flaps and a very strong trailer hitch.

The truck would have front end damage now as the thieves seemingly drove through the front gate of the property. No witnesses nor suspects have been identified.

COLLISION On October 24 at 8:06 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a two vehicle collision on the Trans Canada Highway, west of Chase. The complainant was on hold with 911 attempting to report an erratic driver, when the vehicle (a white Mini Cooper), crossed the centre line and struck an oncoming Jeep Cherokee. The Jeep Cherokee entered the ditch and flipped several times. The driver was not seriously injured but their dog was ejected through the shattered sunroof and could not be found. The investigation determined that the driver of the Mini Cooper had suffered a medical emergency before the collision. He was treated by Paramedics and transported to hospital for further assessment.

The following day, the dog was spotted running along the highway — the dog and owner were happily reunited.

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In 1975, the father of now majority shareholder/owner If a client is looking for Ralph Warner, opened an equipment rental shop out of his something specific that Warner Rentals doesn’t already have home in Kamloops when he saw the opportunity to supply in stock, knowledgeable staff can assist with finding it. These equipment for a construction project nearby on Westsyde experiences inform the expansion of their product lines and Road. Almost 48 years later, Warner Rentals has “grown into contribute to Warner Rentals being a “one-stop source for one of the largest equipment rental businesses in the BC Inte- equipment rentals” in the Interior of BC. rior” said David Hole, Warner In part, the success and Rentals Marketing Manager longevity of Warner Rentals and Sales Coordinator. can be attributed to their With branches serving ability for building trustKamloops, Princeton, Salmon worthy, long-term relationArm, Scotch Creek, Revelships with clients who can stoke and surrounding areas, count on modern equipment Warner Rentals offers a wide that is well-maintained by range of equipment and tools experienced, professionally suitable for any project size. skilled staff. This approach While, specializing in renting ensures both homeowner heavy duty equipment, their and company projects are catalogue includes skid steers, efficiently and successfulexcavators, manlifts, compacly completed as safely as tion equipment, heaters, genpossible. erators, and compressors, with When asked why Warpick-up and delivery services ner Rentals chose to open a Warner Rentals Scotch Creek location located at 3838 Squilax-Anglemont Rd. for larger pieces of equipment: (Photo contributed) (continued on page 11)

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Scotch Creek branch in the Spring of 2021, David cited such reasons as the amount of development underway in Seymour Arm and the North Shuswap region, and Warner Rentals’ interest in being a part of a “great community” that made the decision clear.

At their smaller locations such as in Scotch Creek and Revelstoke, Warner Rentals additionally provides propane services, clean burning wood pellet sales, and mechanical maintenance fluids; RV antifreeze, engine oils, and lubricants. In terms of expansion in Scotch Creek, David replied that Warner Rentals is definitely looking into the possibility of becoming a small equipment dealer for the North Shuswap.

Alongside equipment rentals, David highlighted Warner Rentals maintains a tradition of striving to help communities with their growth, and by “supporting them in any way we can.” For instance, in Salmon Arm Warner Rentals makes ongoing contributions to events and organizations such as the annual Roots & Blues Festival, Salmon Arm Fish & Game Club, and The Shuswap Trail Alliance.

Plus, Warner Rentals has created the #Warnercares initiative that will begin in January 2023 to help twelve charities “within the communities we serve.” David explained they have teamed up with eight charitable organizations in Kamloops, and one in each of Princeton, Salmon Arm, Revelstoke, and Scotch Creek – The North Shuswap Health Centre Society.

A total of twelve Bobcat Skid Steers are to be wrapped and decaled in the logos and colours of their affiliated charitable organizations, and 10% of each machine’s yearly revenue will be donated to each charity. As well, Warner Rentals will be matching up to $10,000 in donations from “our customers, friends, and anyone who donates through the #warnercares program!”

Warner Rentals has 50 employees company-wide, and David mentioned that many staff enjoy the outdoors and all of the adventures that can be found in the Interior of BC, especially camping in the Shuswap.

For the right equipment aligned with your projects and budget, Warner Rentals equipment catalog is available online at: salmonarm.warnerrentals. bc.ca. Direct all other local inquiries to either the Scotch Creek Branch Manager, Dwayne Sarafinchan, 250-214-9760 or the Salmon Arm location, 250-8330064.

To note, winter hours at the Scotch Creek branch will come into effect after

November 10: Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm, closed weekends and statutory holidays.

The North Shuswap Kicker would like to thank Warner Rentals for their advertising support and the valuable service they provide to the community.

Best wishes as your company moves towards a 48th anniversary in the spring 2023, and two successful years in Scotch Creek.

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Lest We Forget

By Jo Anne Malpass Service, Courage and Sacrifice. At home, around the world and across generations.

Canadians have a long and proud tradition of military service. Today’s Canadian Armed Forces members serving on land, at sea and in the air carry on the impressive legacy of those who came before them. From the major wars of the first half of the 20th century to fighting in Afghanistan, from overseas peacekeeping operations to helping during floods and forest fires in Canada – the contributions have been many, says Veterans Affairs Canada.

“Canada’s military is a reflection of our country.

People from a broad cross section of our diverse society have served in uniform over the years. Standing up for the rights of everyone – both around the world and here at home – is a reflection of the values we hold dear.”

On Remembrance Day, November 11, there will be several places in the area to pay tribute to members of the Canadian Armed Forces who served and continue to serve to defend our values and freedoms.

Lakeview Centre in Anglemont Annual Remembrance Day Service will be an outdoor service, similar to last year. Please meet in the parking lot after 10:30 am to join in.

In Chase, Royal Canadian Legion #107 will have a parade, starting at PharmaChoice Food & Drug store at 10:30 am and marching to

the community hall where ceremony and presenting of wreaths will take place at 11 am. The Legion will be open at noon after the ceremony.

The Chase Legion Poppy Campaign is on now. Legion members have delivered poppies to local stores. The Poppy Campaign supports the purchase of poppies and wreaths, promotional material, expenses, vet’s assistance, donations and assessments to command.

Royal Canadian Legion #107 Chase would like to thank the communities of Chase, Sorrento / Blind Bay, North Shuswap and Pritchard for their continued support of their Poppy Campaign.

In Sorrento, Those attending the ceremony at the Sorrento Memorial Hall on Passchendaele Road should be seated by 10:40 am and those wishing to lay a wreath should contact Alan Cook at 250-463-4897 (pls. leave message) to have their names included. Wreaths laid during the ceremony will be paraded to the Cenotaph in front of St. Mary’s Church. Refreshments will then be served at the Drop In Society at the parking level beside Sorrento Memorial Hall.

In Salmon Arm, Royal Canadian Legion #62 will be holding a celebration at the Salmon Arm Cenotaph open to all public. At 10:30, a parade will start from the Legion to the Cenotaph, where a ceremony will take place before a parade back to the Legion. At 12 noon, the Branch will be open to the public

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Jay Simpson Re-Elected CSRD Director

By Jo Anne Malpass Jay Simpson was re-elected as Columbia Shuswap Regional District Director for Area F North Shuswap in the October 15 local government election.

Simpson received a total of 293 votes, with opponent Eugene Ecklund receiving 237. With numbers for Simpson first, polling stations reported at Scotch Creek were 197 to 131, Seymour Arm 5 to 23 and Lakeview Centre 87 to 76. Mail in and advance voting was 4 to 7.

“I appreciate the support from everyone who voted for me, and all the well wishes and good lucks from our local residents. I will continue to work with you, and for you, to strengthen our community,” said Simpson.

In area elections around the CSRD, Marty Gibbons was elected in Area C, over Nicholas Najda, with a vote of 296 to 173. Dean Trumbley defeated incumbent Rene Talbot by a vote of 309 to

174. Rona Martin defeated her nearest opponent Natalie Sorkilmo by a vote of 172 to 168.

The electoral area directors for the CSRD for the next four years are Director Electoral Area A: (Acclamation) CATHCART, Karen. Area B: (Acclamation) BROOKS-HILL, David. Area C: GIBBONS, Martin. Area D: TRUMBLEY, Dean. Area E: MARTIN, Rhona. Area F SIMPSON, Jay. Area G: (Acclamation) MELNYCHUK, Natalya.

The November 24 meeting of the CSRD Board will see the inauguration of area directors, as well as municipal directors appointed from Salmon Arm (2), Sicamous, Revelstoke and Golden. A chair and a vice-chair will be elected by the directors at that time. The proceedings will be led by the new Chief Administrative Officer John MacLean, who takes on his new role November 7.

WWW.KICKER.CA Correction St. David’s by the Lake The Kicker apologizes for missing a sentence last month in the St. David’s by the Lake Church article, which explained the congregation is served by two Pastors.

“The congregation is currently served by two Lutheran Pastors, Rev. Alfred Maier who is in charge, and Rev. Bill Pantzer, both ordained clergymen who can offer Holy Communion twice each month.”

Tucked along the shores of Shuswap Lake, St. David’s Church in Celista is an ecumenical shared ministry. Anglican and United faiths have merged and recognize each other’s services. Everyone is welcome each Sunday at 11:00 am. In November, Nov 6 Alfred Maier Communion Service, Nov 13 – Lay Minister Allen Hein Morning Prayer, Nov

20 - Bill Pantzer Communion Service and Nov 27 - Alfred Maier Morning Prayer St. David’s Thrift Store is now closed for the season.

Through generous donations and hard work done by the congregation and community volunteers, proceeds from sales are given directly to the local charities, food bank, and women’s shelters.

For more information, please go to www.stdavidschurch. info or phone 250-253-1040

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Zoned for mixed-use. This two storey home has recently been updated with vinyl plank flooring throughout, fresh paint inside and out. Upgrades in the kitchen & bathrooms. The property offers many outbuildings including a large 26' X 33' workshop, a garden shed, a lean to storage shed, dog run & chicken coop. MLS®10260374

Open design home with full walkout basement. 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms. View of the mountain has access to 1600' of private beach through membership.

Home has a buoy. Fenced yard with doggy door. This home comes fully furnished ready to rent out on move in day. Dishes, bedding etc. Sellers have rented during the last few summers as VRBO. No zoning in Celista.

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This immaculate park model is located in a quiet spot near the back of the resort. This home is nice and bright and maintenance free! Open concept floor plan perfect for entertaining. With a nice covered deck and sun room you can enjoy this unit all year round.

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Beautiful 1 Acre Lakeview Lot Magna Bay - North Shuswap

lakeview lot in Magna Bay with RV usage allowed. Now is your chance to purchase your own piece of the Shuswap and start enjoying this amazing part of the country.

Almost 1/3 acre Lot 144 Estate Drive Anglemont

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Beautifully Renovated Home with Mega Views Wrap around decks on both the main and lower levels. Main level living quarters plus 2 "Mortgage Helper” guest suites. Walkout basement.

Attached garage plus detached garage/shop. .408 of an acre providing lots of space for your water sport toys and RV Manicured flower beds. Just a few steps to the community $1,099,000 beach.

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2781 Southwind Road, St. Ives

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Cynthia Bentley

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This property is an ideal building site. Gentle slope treed lot is ready for your summer cottage or permanent home. Anglemont offers water service ready to hook up.

There is a current foundation from many years ago on the property.

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Anglemont — North Shuswap

$449,000

2 bdrm open concept home with vaulted ceilings and a gorgeous lakeview!

Wrap around deck. Private lot in Anglemont Estates. Detached 16x20 workshop or could be converted into a single garage. Home needs some updating. Basement has a certified wood stove and is partially finished. You are minutes to the lake, golf course, hiking trails, Crowfoot, marina and Ross Creek General store

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Seymour Arm Wharf is CLOSED

By Jo Anne Malpass for CSRD support; therefore, nothing wooden, steel, or concrete replacement Due to structural concerns with the structures.” was done.

Seymour Arm wharf, it is CLOSED “SACA does not have the capac“These costs are well beyond the to public use effective immediately. capacity of the community of Seymour ity alone to address this infrastructure Seymour Arm Community Association crisis alone. This wharf is not just a boat Arm, and certainly are a frustration for (SACA) did not make this decision light- the CSRD in funding the replacement launch, it is to our ability to respond to ly but with a keen understanding that the directly. If some level of funding could emergencies locally and quickly. The wharf is a key public access point and for be sourced through the Federal Govern- wharf is our emergency evacuation point many, the only access to their homes and ment, then perhaps funding support could and muster station. It is a key piece of cabins. also be found through the CSRD,” wrote infrastructure that makes our community SACA President Susan Howie shared Morgan. accessible; we are a boat access only it will continue to explore community with current every avenue to reopen the access to a forest service wharf once deemed safe to road; it makes our comdo so by an engineer. “We munity a community. have not been able to find For example, this a grant that we meet the year alone there were criteria for. We are always 12 medical emergenlooking.” cies that the search and The Columbia rescue boat responded to.

Shuswap Regional DisHaving this emergency trict “is fully aware of the access point on the water current condition of this means we are not reliant infrastructure, and we conon air-evacuation, which tinue to work with them on is only available during possible solutions. Note the daylight hours and in wharf insurance runs out good weather, or out a April 2023 and at that point forest service road that Seymour Arm wharf is closed due to structural concerns (Photo Credit Susan Howie) the wharf will be closed at minimum is a six-hour until further notice to ALL return trip also with seause including emergency.”

SACA President Howie also shared sonal variability.”

In 2017, then CSRD Area F Director a letter SACA sent in October to interim The SACA AGM was held on OctoLarry Morgan sent a list of community ber 9, with Area F Director Jay Simpson CSRD CAO Jodi Pierce and incoming priorities to MP Mel Arnold with replace- CAO John McLean which explained the in attendance. At an emergency meeting ment of the wharf one of those priorities. urgent need for a wharf / boat launch in after the AGM, the SACA board officialIt explained the community of Seymour this remote community. ly closed the wharf. “SACA sincerely Arm inherited their wharf from the hopes that the CSRD will see our wharf It presented its case to Area F Federal Government back in the 1990s. Director Jay Simpson in 2019, seeking as a priority and work with us to secure At the time, the community was thankful assistance from the Regional District for the resources needed to return this key to the Federal Government for both the help with this failing key community community infrastructure, so it is safe donation of the wharf, and their funding resource. Unfortunately, Seymour Arm’s and accessible to the public once again.” for its maintenance requirements. wharf was not made a funding priority “However, over the ensuing years this wharf has become a growing point of frustration, in terms of an ongoing, if not, ever increasing maintenance requirements. In 2016, the community decided to undertake an engineering assessment to replace the wharf. The estimated replacement costs ranged from $350,000 to $650,000, utilizing

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Provincial Boundary Proposals Move North Shuswap to Kamloops Riding

By Jo Anne Malpass The recommendations A preliminary report from to the Legislative Assemthe BC Electoral Boundaries bly include the creation Commission with recomof six additional electoral mendations for changing districts, bringing the total British Columbia’s provinnumber of seats to 93 from cial electoral districts for the the current 87. The Comnext two provincial general mission proposes adding elections, includes a Salmon these electoral districts in Arm Shuswap Riding and a areas of rapid population Kamloops North Shuswap growth, specifically Langriding. ford, Burnaby, Langley, The proposal keeps Surrey, Vancouver and Enderby, Armstrong, Salmon Kelowna, says a CommisArm, South Shuswap and sion press release.

Sicamous in the Shuswap The Commission also riding and moves the North recommends adjustments Shuswap to Kamloops-North to the boundaries of 71 Shuswap riding, which electoral districts based includes suburban Kamloops on the geographic, demoBC Electoral Boundaries Commission Proposed Kamloops-North Shuswap Riding. and rural areas extending into graphic, communication and the Shuswap, North and South transportation considerations https://bcebc.ca or by writing to the Thompson regions. set out the in Electoral Boundaries ComCommission directly by email or post.

British Columbians can provide mission Act. ALL PUBLIC INPUT MUST BE input to the Commission by completing “Before we began our deliberations, RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM ON a survey on the Commission website, we travelled throughout the province, NOVEMBER. 22, 2022.

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meeting as many people as we could, seeking input on electoral boundaries. We held 50 public meetings in 43 communities and received over 1,300 submissions,” said Justice Nitya Iyer, Chair of the Commission. Our recommendations are the result of the considerations in the Act, the data we collected and the diverse perspectives of British Columbians.”

The Commission’s full recommendations are included in the Preliminary Report, which can be found on the Commission website. The Commission has made the executive summary of the report available in 10 languages on its website and has mailed a copy of the Preliminary Report to each of the province’s public libraries.

The Commission will now begin a final round of public consultations. The Commission encourages British Columbians to read its recommendations and share their views. The Commission will consider amending its recommendations in light of the input it receives. Its final report must be released

by April 3, 2023.

The Legislative Assembly will then decide whether to accept all, some or none of the Commission’s recommendations.

To read the preliminary report, view the schedule of upcoming public hearings, or provide input on the Commission’s recommendations, visit the Commission website, https://bcebc.ca

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Chamber News Angela Lagore, President angelalagore@gmail.com northshuswapbc.com - 250-320-2012

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By Angela Lagore Hello North Shuswap and surrounding area. For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Angela Lagore.

I’ve been a part of the North Shuswap Chamber of commerce for over 10 years now in one capacity or another.

Over the last 5 years I have had the pleasure of being the president of the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce. I have taken part in many meetings, projects, events, and gatherings all in support and direction of continuously keeping the North Shuswap thriving. Our business sector is a vital part of the sustainability of our area. Keeping the locals employed, and visitors taking part in all our services and offerings is a team effort.

Being a local who was born and raised in the North Shuswap, I have had the opportunity to watch many changes throughout, both good and bad. I’ve seen major losses, and in return major growths. Being involved with the Chamber has allowed me the glimpse into what life could be like in the North Shuswap for years to come, the vision of the area, the goals set to see projects come into fruition.

Together with teams, leaders, and committees anything is possible.

I have witnessed the importance of a Chamber of Commerce. Especially in our region as we don’t really have another body that creates and embraces projects and events to drive tourism and provide beautification within. I’ve really enjoyed my time on the board, the connections and friendship made, along with the challenges and adversity we have faced.

My time has come to step down as chair and focus on other things for myself, and my family. It will give me more time to focus on growing the businesses we’ve created and focus on the challenges I will face. I would like to thank everyone for their continued support, and everyone I have had the pleasure of working with on the board of directors. It’s been encouraging to see the increase of volunteers and board members.

I look forward to watching you all grow and continue expanding the services, activities and events that the North Shuswap is known for. Thank you.

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Support the North Shuswap Christmas Hampers

By Alison Elmes It is hard to believe that Christmas is almost upon us.

The North Shuswap Food Bank/Christmas Hamper Committee is once again planning to offer Christmas Hampers to those in need in our community.

The hampers and caring that can be offered to people who find themselves in difficulties, for whatever reason, make a big difference over the holiday season and also lighten the load of putting food on the table during January and February. As always, our focus is to help everyone in need but especially families with children.

This program is very dependent on the continuing generosity of the community

and is especially needed this year with such an increase in the cost of living.

Donations of nonperishable food items, gifts, cat and dog food can be put in the collection boxes at Scotch Creek Market, and Ross Creek Country Store after November 15.

Cheques, made payable to the North Shuswap Food Bank, can be mailed to: 7465 Squilax/ Anglemont Road, Anglemont, B.C, V0E 1M8. Nontax deductible receipts will be issued.

If you wish to add your name or someone else’s name to the list to receive a Hamper, please call Janice at 250-955- 2393 after Monday, November 14 and before the cutoff date of December 4, 2022.

www.kicker.ca Friendship Dinner Leader Needed

By Jan Penner With COVID restrictions over the last few years, we have greatly missed the Friendship Dinner. This has been the kickoff for the Christmas season for many years. A chance to get together for a wonderful turkey dinner, visiting and caroling, it got us in the mood for celebrating community and companionship.

During the 3-year hiatus from the event, much has changed. Most notably, a new chairperson is needed if the tradition of the Friendship Dinner is to be continued. This person would need to oversee the organization of the event, including such aspects as recruiting and organizing volunteers, scheduling, planning, and administration duties. It sounds like a lot but with everyone completing designated tasks, it is a very manageable position.

The books and paperwork from previous years are available for reference and guidance. If you think you would enjoy taking on the organization of the Friendship Dinner for 2023, please contact Dianne Fisher at 250-955-0138.

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CSRD Board Approves Scotch Creek Water Bylaws

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By Jo Anne Malpass With 55 of 82 people (67%) in the Scotch Creek Water system service area sending in yes forms, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board passed three readings of a Service Area Establishment Bylaw and Loan Authorization Bylaw to facilitate the expansion of the Scotch Creek Water System.

The bylaws must now be approved by the Inspector of Municipalities before they can be brought back to the Board for adoption.

The petition process was used to obtain public assent. People in favour filled out and sent the form. People opposed did not send it in. At least 50% of the properties representing 50% of the net taxable value of properties in the service area needed to return the form to advance the project.

The CSRD Board also agreed to enter into an agreement with Mountain Side Earthworks Ltd. for a total cost not to exceed $2,860,000 for the construction of the water system to serve a portion of the Scotch Creek community.

The intake and pump house will be at Wharf Road Community Park and will service properties at Captain’s Village Marina, Anchor Bay, Peterson Court and Wharf Road up to Express Pt. Road, with potential expansion in the future.

The initial construction costs are now estimated to be $3,630,000 and the need for temporary borrowing is $615,000 with a 30-year amortization. Estimated repayment costs are anticipated to be $41,000 annually based on the prevailing interest rates but are subject to change in accordance with rates at time of borrowing.

A staff background report says the CSRD applied for a grant through the Investing in Canada infrastructure Program in February 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic occurring shortly after the application deadline, awarding of grants at the provincial and federal levels was delayed by a substantial amount of time. In December 2021, almost two years after the grant submission, the CSRD received formal notification that its application was successful.

The unusually long decision process, coupled with cost escalations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated supply chain issues created significant concerns of the likelihood of cost overruns within the existing budget.

To mitigate this issue and ensure the water system is still designed in the most cost-effective manner possible and is as close as possible to the original budget, a process was undertaken to select a preferred contractor to work with the CSRD’s engineer Urban Systems during the project design phase to develop a detailed design and construction cost plan that fit the budget. This process allowed the CSRD to determine accurate costs ahead of a public assent process so property owners in the defined service were able to make a fully informed decision. A public meeting was held on August 17, 2022 and a formal public assent was initiated on August 18. The public assent process achieved sufficiency on September 29.

In other business at the meeting:

BC Electoral Boundaries Commission – Area F Director Jay Simpson brought up concerns about the commission’s preliminary report recommending Electoral Area F (continued on page 21)

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(North Shuswap) be removed from the Shuswap riding and put into a riding with Kamloops. Directors were asked to provide any concerns to the Interim Chief Administrative Officer prior to November 1, when a submission will be drafted on behalf of the Board and sent to the BC Electoral Boundaries Commission prior to the November 22 deadline. More information on page 16 of this Kicker.

Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Agriculture Resolution – The Board approved a resolution that the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO), CSRD and Splatsin jointly draft a policy that provides for permanent access to properties adjacent to the Rail Trail for agricultural use. The resolution calls for the development of a permanent agricultural access policy and a meeting with agricultural property owners to discuss permanent crossing agreements.

Rail Trail Grant – The Board approved a series of motions to allow for applications to the BC Active Transportation Grant program for the construction of the rail trail from Stepney Road to Armstrong in the amount of $500,000 and the Federal Active Transportation Infrastructure Fund grant to complete the final rail trail section to Armstrong between Km 42.6 to 50.4.

In order to provide the required leverage funds for the application, a majority of Board Directors supported motions that the CSRD and Regional District of North Okanangan (RDNO) equally cost share the amount. This motion is subject to concurrence by the RDNO. The Board also agreed to reallocating up to $200,000 from the Rail Trail Five-Year Financial Plan fund. The final two motions were opposed by Directors Paul Demenok, Jay Simpson and Rene Talbot.

Parks Team Leader Ryan Nitchie explained that the sole leverage funding for the two previous grants the rail trail is working from, a BC Rural Development grant and an Active Transportation grant, was provided by the CSRD. This would request the RDNO pay half of the leverage funding.

Director Simpson was concerned about the equity of the cost sharing when the CSRD has put up all the leverage funding and 22% of the trail is in the CSRD. Nitchie pointed out the CSRD owns 50% of the entire corridor. Director Demenok said that while this is a worthwhile project, it has not been managed well from an agreement point of view, and with no agreement on costs of ongoing maintenance, this needs to be communicated back to the other two partners.

Community Resiliency Investment Program Grant 2023 - The Board approved submitting an application to the Fund for a FireSmart Community Funding and Supports Program grant for up to $550,000 for the continued development and implementation of FireSmart educational activities (continued on page 22)

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and tools within the CSRD, with the provision of in-house contributions to support overall grant and project management. Protective Services Team Leader Derek Sutherland explained the 2023 program will be triple what it was last year. Along with increasing work in the Shuswap, it will address gaps in the program for rural Golden and Revelstoke, and deal with issues surrounding debris disposal at transfer stations.

Policy P-26 Building Permit Geohazard Information Use & Procedure The Board approved the policy which provides guidance to CSRD Building Officials in the use of geohazard information for the issuance of building permits.

A report from Gerald Christie, Manager Development Services, states that over several years, the CSRD has accrued geohazard data and mapping information pertaining to hazardous lands within the CSRD. This information is frequently utilized by Building Officials in the Development Services Department in their review of applications for building permits. The information is then used to guide staff decisions and applicants in dealing with potential geohazards and requiring professional reports as part of the building permit process.

“The CSRD retained BGC Engineering Inc. in 2019 to undertake an assessment of geohazards such as clear water flooding and steep creek hazards, e.g. debris flow, debris flood. In the BGC report, all steep creek hazard areas, e.g. alluvial fans, are assigned a Combined Geohazard Rating of “Very Low”, “Low”, “Moderate”, “High” and “Very High”. The geohazard rating is an overall assessment of the geohazard likelihood as well as susceptibility of impacts to elements at risk, e.g. homes, roads, infrastructure.

From a legal perspective, given the nominal risk associated with a “Low” or “Very Low” risk rating, it is appropriate that the landowner seeking a building permit in such areas be given the option of submitting a report from a qualified professional and registering a covenant with regards to the known geohazard, or, in lieu of the report, register a s.219 save harmless covenant on their title which recognizes the known risk and saves harmless the CSRD from any liability arising from the building permit approval.

All other Combined Geohazard Ratings noted in the BGC report, e.g. moderate/high/very high, require the applicant to submit a report from a qualified professional and register a s.219 save harmless covenant on their title in order for the Building Officials to meet their legal obligations and to minimize risk and liability to the CSRD.” (continued on page 23)

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Previous to this policy being adopted, the issuance of a building permit required the applicant to submit a geohazard assessment in every incidence.

Development Variance Permit Delegation Amendments – The Board adopted the amendments which allow for the delegation of minor DVPs to staff, reduce the application fee for these delegated variances, and bring the bylaw into alignment with provincial legislation. In the bylaw, a ‘minor’

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variance means a building setback variance of less than or equal to 50 per cent of the setback distance and where a hardship in complying with the existing regulations can be shown. This also covers retaining walls.

Public notice of these applications will be sent to owners and tenants within 30 metres of the subject property to provide comments on the application and the application fee is being reduced for these minor variances from $650 to $500.

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North Shuswap Fire Services

By Caroline Hilland, Anglemont FD some of the newer members how things used As the second week in October is National Fire Prevento be done. If anyone has any questions, please tion Week, the Anglemont Volunteer Fire Department, supcontact Administrative Officer Marina Irwin at 403-563ported by the Celista and Scotch Creek detachments, visited 7568.

North Shuswap Elementary School to spread the message, Indeed, it is the interaction between local fire protection “Don’t Wait, Plan Your Escape!”. Not only were students en- services and the community which ensures we all stay safe. couraged to develop their own home escape plans and taught Further to this, it is important that everyone is aware of, and some important tips about what to do in the case of a fire, but in accordance with, current burning restrictions in this area. they also got to meet the fire fighters and get a close look at To learn more about burning precautions, you can the equipment. download the pamphlet “Backyard and Industrial Burning: Then, on the following A Guide to Category Sunday, the Anglemont 2 Open Fires” from Volunteer Fire Department the CSRD website: held an Open House for https://www.csrd. community members. bc.ca Guests enjoyed a delicious You can also pancake breakfast and obtain fire-related gained information about information in the the FireSafe program, as following ways: well as learning about the • by phone: 1 888 CSRD’s plan to build a 3FOREST (1 888 new fire hall next to the 336-7378); Ross Creek Store.

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Besides these public BCWildfire.ca; events, the Anglemont Fire • through social meDepartment was kept busy dia: www.facebook. with a number of call-outs, com/BCForestFireInincluding two brush fires, fo; www.twitter.com/ Fire Chief for a day Jordis Pellett at North Shuswap Elementary School (left) two burning complaints, an bcgovfireinfo and Open house (right) (Photos contributed) MVA and an ambulance lift Another considassist. Individual members eration at this time of the department also continued their training at the regional of year is to clean your chimney before stoking up the wood fire centre on weekends. stove or fireplace, as built-up creosote can cause a chimney Meanwhile in St. Ives the community engaged in a fire. Also be aware that you require a valid permit before FireSafe clean up, removing two large containers of bush, detonating any fireworks within Electoral Areas C, E, F and branches and debris from the forest floor.

G. By following these steps not only will you avoid any poThe news from the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Depart- tential fines, but you will do your part in protecting everyone ment is that they will be holding an afternoon tea for retired from fire danger. members on Sunday, November 27 between 1:00 and 3:00 Have a safe and enjoyable autumn everyone: we have pm. Memorabilia from the fire hall will be on display and your back! old friends will reunite and reminisce, and maybe even show

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2022 Salute to the Sockeye Festival a Great Success

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By Michelle Comeau, Event Manager Amazing attendance, great weather for the visitors, not so much for the Sockeye coming into spawn, but in the end, the sockeye arrived once the weather cooled down a bit and filled the river with the colour red.

The Culture component on the Main stage, coordinated by the 5 Band Salute Committee, led by Kenthen Thomas was a huge attraction for everyone. World Class entertainment, including local storytelling, music, dance and ceremony. Big shout out to the amazing work by so many local artisans to make the cultural component of the salute a success.

A 24 day event is a huge undertaking, but with the support and collaboration of all of our partners, BC Parks, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Little Shuswap Lake Band, the Pacific Salmon Foundation and our local partners AIM Traffic, Warner Rentals, Copper Island Pub, Telus and the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce, we were able to ensure that the visitors to the Tsútswecw Provincial Park were well informed and educated on the biodiversity of the Shuswap watershed, the journey of the sockeye to spawn and the majesty of the region.

There are still 1000’s of sockeye currently making their way in Adams River, with the Coho arriving to spawn in November. The park is open daily from 8am - 6pm, so feel free to come, take a walk and continue to enjoy Tsútswecw Provincial Park.

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SWC Calls for More Action on Algal Blooms

SWC Release The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) has written a letter to George Heyman, Provincial Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, calling for more action and intervention from the Province to prevent future algal blooms in Shuswap Lake.

The letter – which was sent to the Minister October 12 – explains the SWC’s concerns about deteriorating water quality in the Salmon Arm of Shuswap Lake, as evidenced by two widespread, long-lasting algal blooms in that part of the lake over the last three years.

Salmon Arm Bay, Tappen Bay, and downstream toward Canoe and Herald Provincial Park were impacted by algal blooms in 2020 and this summer.

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part by administering a grant program that provides financial assistance to farms and stewardship groups to improve nutrient management, thereby retaining nutrients on the landscape, not washing off or leaching into creeks and rivers that flow into Shuswap or Mara Lake. Additionally, the SWC just published a Phosphorus Action Plan to provide guidance to everyone in the Shuswap about what they can do to minimize their ‘phosphorus footprint’ and help protect water quality. Both of these initiatives were informed by a water quality research project carried out by the SWC in partnership with UBC-Okanagan.

“We’ve done water quality research, created a grant program to support better nutrient management, and most recently we’ve published an educational Phosphorus Action Plan for the watershed,” says Jay Simpson, Chair of the Shuswap Watershed Council. “However, we’re not a regulatory group. We don’t have any authority over pollution or nutrient-loading.

That’s where the Province must act.”

The letter can be viewed on the SWC website (along with all the correspondence the SWC has sent to provincial and federal authorities over the years): visit www. shuswapwater.ca, and click on ‘Advocacy for Watershed Health’ on the left-hand menu bar.

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NDP Lives in La-La Land While Citizens Suffer

By Greg Kyllo, MLA for Shuswap While former Attorney General David Eby aims for a promotion to Premier, he and his colleagues continue to show their detachment from reality as our crime and health care crises spiral out of control. B.C. has the worst clinical wait times in Canada, shuttered ERs, long waits for medical imaging, 1 in 5 people without a family doctor, and people dying as they await overdue medical treatment.

The Official Opposition has been demanding answers from the NDP government. We need accountability and results, but instead we get deflection and distraction. The Health Minister may argue that healthcare has been improving under his watch, but British Columbians who have to deal with reality know this is not the case.

Additionally, people are in fear because former Attorney General David Eby’s catch-and-release system is not working.

Sixty per cent of people reported an increase in crime according to a recent Angus Reid poll and Statistics Canada reports a thirty per cent increase in B.C.’s violent Crime Severity Index under the NDP. Instead of solutions, we heard from the current Attorney General Murray Rankin that “simply arresting people out of the situation, we know, is going to be futile.”

How appalling. British Columbians are tired of the empty promises and political spin – they need results. Now. The tragic death of a Burnaby RCMP officer on the job last month is another reason why people don’t feel safe on our streets anymore. My heartfelt condolences to Const. Shaelyn Yang’s loving family, friends, and colleagues.

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Helping Constituents Deal with Federal Government

By Mel Arnold, MP North Okanagan Shuswap A large part of my work in Ottawa is representing the people of the North Okanagan-Shuswap as a representative in Parliament and advocate to the federal government. Government policies, programs, regulations, and laws developed in our national capitol can have immediate and profound impacts, for better or worse, on the lives of Canadians, and I consistently seek input from constituents and local governments to inform my advocacy and work.

Government programs and core functions are more likely to be effective and efficient when they are thoroughly debated and thoughtfully designed. Whether I am debating proposed laws or seeking transparency on government’s administration of federal departments and programs, my work is guided by what I see in our region and what I hear from folks across the riding.

Whether I am in Ottawa or the North OkanaganShuswap, my staff and I help constituents every day with questions, big and small, related to federal government matters. Federal jurisdiction and services include passports, visas, employment insurance, federal taxes, fisheries, post offices, railways, Indigenous lands and rights, and criminal law, to name a few. The Constitution Act, 1867 provides provincial governments with authorities over health care, education, prisons, marriages, and property and civil rights.

Local services such as water and wastewater treatment, roads, parks and some programs and organizations are operated by local governments. These levels of government generally work in a cooperative manner respecting each other’s jurisdictional responsibilities.

My staff assist constituents with navigating federal departments, processes, and programs whether that assistance requires a short phone call or case work spanning years.

When I see or hear of federal programs and services failing constituents, I raise concerns with the responsible federal department or minister and advocate for timely resolution for all Canadians, including constituents.

Working directly with the people of the North Okanagan-Shuswap keeps my staff and I up to speed on how the federal government is serving our communities and this work begins with input and queries from constituents. If you see a weakness in Canada’s laws and want to suggest amendments to statutes such as the Criminal Code, please get in touch to let me know. If you require assistance accessing a federal process or program, contact us and we will do our upmost to help you with your case.

Having served as your federal representative for seven years, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be dealing with the federal government. However, I also know that sometimes getting some advice or answers to questions earlier in the process can help achieve positive outcomes.

Whether your situation is big or small, my staff and I are here to serve the people of the North Okanagan-Shuswap, so please get in touch with us if there’s a federal government matter that we may be able to help with.

Dealing with federal government may not always be easy, but you do not have to approach it alone- we are here to help!

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Jobs Endowment Fund – Supporting small business in the Shuswap SCF Release The largest donation ever received by Shuswap Community Foundation, coupled with changes to federal legislation will benefit Shuswap entrepreneurs and businesses in the coming years.

The 2022 federal budget included an amendment to the Income Tax Act, allowing charities such as the Shuswap Community Foundation to establish relationships with organizations that are not charities beginning Jan. 1, 2023.

Following these changes becoming law, an anonymous donor contacted the Foundation offering a $1.6 million gift, with the wish that the money be used to support Shuswap area entrepreneurs and established businesses.

The Foundation met with the donor and potential partners, resulting in the newly created JOBS Endowment Fund.

“This is the kind of thing that can change people’s lives,” said Roger Parenteau, Foundation Manager. “It’s pretty incredible, that somebody even thinks to do this for people they don’t know or may never know.”

The first grants from the Fund will be available July 1, 2023, following the Foundation’s fiscal year end.

“Shuswap Community Foundation will provide funding through a partnership with Community Futures of the Shuswap and the Salmon Arm Economic Development Society to assist with funding new or existing businesses, with annual disbursements,” Parenteau said.

Proposals are expected by late spring and, based on keeping with the intent of the fund, will receive Community Foundation approval. Funding dollars are expected to be made available in late August to early September.

“Every year Community Futures seeks additional funding to support programs, and this annual endowment will allow us to offer robust coaching, training and support programs to Shuswap entrepreneurs,” said Executive Director Rob Marshall. “We are pleased the Community Foundation has placed their trust and confidence in Community Futures and the Salmon Arm Economic Development Society to best utilize this annual fund.”

Marshall says financial support to entrepreneurs in the form of interest rate reductions, interest payment credits or preferred interest rates for a period of time may be included.

“We will each have our own programs and supports and will have joint initiatives that will deliver the best value,” he said, noting other donations to the JOBS fund would be welcome.

Economic Development manager Lana Fitt called the impact of the

(L-R)Rob Marshall, Executive Director at Community Futures Shuswap, Lana Fitt, Economic Development Manager at Salmon Arm Economic Development Society, Roger Parenteau, Manager, Shuswap Community Foundation (photo contributed)

donation immeasurable, particularly as it will be a legacy to business development in the Shuswap in perpetuity.

“There are all kinds of plans on the table, but it’s very much in the idea and planning phase to ensure these funds provide the highest return on investment back to the community,” she said. “And that will be occurring in a time that is so important based on the stage we’re in in Covid recovery. It is imperative we support the resiliency of our businesses.”

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SEDS Looking to Prioritize Ideas for Economic Prosperity

By Jo Anne Malpass The Shuswap Economic Development Society (SEDS) has completed its first survey asking for your ideas to make our community prosper and has now released a second survey asking for your input to prioritize those ideas and help identify the highest impact strategies for improving our local economy.

To complete the survey go to bit.ly/shuswapecdevsurvey

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The top five most popular themes were - improved and pedestrian/bike friendly roadways, better trails and public transit; increased recreation facilities and nature/lake access; more schools, health services and community services; more affordable and available housing; and enhanced year-round tourism amenities and marketing.

SEDS is developing the strategy for the South Shuswap, North Shuswap and Salmon Valley/Falkland. It has created an economic snapshot for the areas which can be found at shuswapecdev.ca/strategicplan. It has also visited numerous events and markets to spread the word and identified a long

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To fill out our survey, please scan the QR code here or go to bit.ly/shuswapecdevsurvey.

list of assets we can build on for economic development and hundreds of ideas for actions and projects.

It is also working to improve internet services in the area. In order to show that the service in most areas is less than 50m download and 10m upload, it is asking people to complete the internet speed test, at https:// shuswapecdev.ca/ The next step is a Complete by November 20th master internet plan for each area.

Along with engagement with the public, SEDS has organized a Business Roundtable group of local business, non-profit and others with valuable knowledge of the area to develop a strategy going forward.

Components of the draft strategy include the vision to maintain our rural character and sense of place; promote four seasons of business; diversify our economic base; enhance

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quality of life for all ages; build climate change resilience; strengthen the local labour market; promote vibrant community centres and increase access to housing.

On October 18, it held its first business round table meeting to look at weaknesses/threats and strengths/ opportunities.

Our Competitive Advantage incudes our physical assets (e.g., lake, mountains) and the proximity to four-season nature and recreation.

The vision statement should “communicate that we are serious about protecting these assets and acting on climate change.” We’re a well-rounded “healthy” community that

covers all the social determinants of health and able to feed ourselves with the high number of local producers.

Weaknesses and conversely areas for improvement include: lack of public transportation, completion of Highway 1 upgrades, declining lake health, lack of accommodation for workers, available and affordable housing, daycare shortages, limited youth programming/ activities and difficulty engaging the public. Volunteerism is down, affecting local non-profits.

For more information, contact John Reed, Executive Director, at 250 804 5527 or john.reed@shuswapecdev.ca

FireSmart Community Clean Up in St Ives

By Debra Newton Over 30 keen volunteers showed up on the morning of October 8th to FireSmart the community of St. Ives. Many involved worked to FireSmart their own properties as well as help their neighbours.

Two large 41’ bins were provided by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District FireSmart program and we are pleased that both are full with yard waste that will be made into compost. St. Ives FireSmart Committee want to thank all those who participated and freely gave their time to help reduce the Wildfire Risk in our community.

We have planned a second clean up in our community for Saturday May 20, 2023 and hope to be applying to become a FireSmart Community after that. Thank you to all who made this worthy event a success, especially our BBQ sponsors Scotch Creek Market and FireSmart CSRD! Everyone enjoyed the lunchtime BBQ rewarding all their hard work.

Along with Scotch Creek Market and FireSmart CSRD, we also want to thank all the volunteers who helped FireSmart their properties. Your generous donations and hard work made our first clean up a resounding success!

Some of the volunteers who helped FireSmart St. Ives. (photo contributed)

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Secwépemc Landmarks Unveiling Media Release Advisory Committee, made up of Elders from Adams Lake, Weytkp/Waytkp! The Secwépemc Landmarks project Skwláx (Little Shuswap), Neskonlith, and Splatsín. team is honoured to announce the unveiling of the Tsqúqw7e Artists who are part of this project include Tania Willard Landmark sculpture on Wednesday November 16, 2022, at who is from and lives at Neskonlith, Kel-c Jules from Tk’em1:00 pm in Tsqúqw7e (Chase Memorial Park). lups, Hop You and Tony Antoine (Splatsín), Jules Arnouse The Tsqúqw7e Landmark was created by the late Mike (Little Shuswap), Rick (Jules’ son), Eric Kutschker, Rod Tom“Savage” Peters, assisted ma, Tilkotmes Tomma, by his son Lone White Ron Tomma, and David Wolf Peters, and completed Jacob Harder.

by Shayne D. Hunt, and The Secwépemc David Jacob Harder. All are Landmarks project will welcome to celebrate the be installing 16 sculpinstallation of the sculpture, tures over the next year, which is dedicated to the designed by several memory of Michael Alexteams of Secwépemc ander Peters, one of the two and non-Secwépemc original artists. artists, that highlight Tsqúqw7e, proSecwépemc oral histonounced ch-kokw-a, is A site visit to Tsquqw7e (a small bay) by some of many people involved in the Secwepemc ries and place names in the place name for the each area. These sculplandmark project. (Photo credit Bernadette Dennis, Adams Lake Communications) Chase Memorial Park area, tures are proposed at the meaning “a small bay” following locations: Litin Secwepemctsín (Secwépemc language). The sculpture is tle Mountain, Haney Heritage, South Canoe Bluffs, Fly Hills shaped in the form of a Coyote Rock, representing rock forSkyview Rotary Lookout, Tappen Bluffs, Bastion Mountain, mations created by Sek̓ lép, Sk̓ lap, or Senxúxwlecw (Coyote), Mara Lake, Sek̓ máws (Sicamous), Tsutswécw Park, Quaaout with metalwork sculpture in the shape of tree food caches, Lodge, Skmana Lake, White Lake, the Splatsín Center, and used to store dried roots and salmon. Carvings in the metalSteglgelxús (Chase Creek Falls). work represent oral histories shared by the Secwépemc Elders The Secwépemc Landmarks project team is also working to install trailhead posts carved by youth from Secwépemc Child and Family Services, Shihiya, Chief Atahm, and five schools in School District No. 83. These trailhead posts were carved with the guidance of Kenthen Thomas who designed the curriculum for the workshops, and from Splatsín carvers Hop You and Vern Clemah. Close to two hundred youth carved just under 100 trailhead posts, which will be installed on trail systems throughout the Shuswap Lakes region of Secwepemcúl̓ ecw. Very talented artists, and expect to see their artwork out on the trails soon!

The Secwépemc Landmarks team is very grateful for the expertise and guidance of the Elders Advisory Committee and from the youth researchers working on this project, and for the financial support of Adams Lake, Little Shuswap, Neskonlith, and Splatsín, the City of Salmon Arm, the Province of British Columbia, the Shuswap Trail Alliance, Shuswap Tourism, the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association, and Heritage BC and the Heritage Legacy Fund of British Columbia.

Kukstemc, and with respect, The Secwépemc Landmarks Project Team

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SWC publishes Phosphorus Action Plan SWC Release The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) has just published a new document to encourage residents in the Shuswap to take steps that will protect water quality.

The ‘Phosphorus Action Plan’ provides guidance to everyone living and/or working in the Shuswap about how to reduce the amount of phosphorus being released into the watershed.

The Phosphorus Action Plan builds upon previous work done by the SWC to educate and inform residents about water quality through annual water quality reporting. (2021 water quality report available on the SWC website).

For the past few years, the SWC’s reports have summarized that in most areas of the Shuswap watershed, water quality is good but there are issues related to the amount of phosphorus flowing into the Salmon Arm of Shuswap Lake via the Salmon River and, to a lesser extent, from non-point sources around the lake.

Phosphorus (P) is a mineral nutrient essential to many forms of life, and it is found in all kinds of ecosystems. However, when there are excessive amounts of phosphorus in aquatic environments, it can cause an increase in algal growth, reduce water clarity, create odours, reduce the quality of water for drinking and recreation, and in a worstcase scenario it can lead to harmful algal blooms that are toxic to people, pets, and livestock. The impacts of P on aquatic ecosystems have been studied extensively in North America, and P is a determining factor in harmful algal blooms (i.e., Lake Winnipeg).

The Salmon Arm of Shuswap Lake has experienced two wide-spread, long-lasting algal blooms in the last three years: this year, and in 2020. Both blooms have been attributed to influxes of phosphorus into the lake, as well as other factors.

“To have two large algal blooms occur in three years is unprecedented. We are very concerned about the health of the lake,” says Jay Simpson, Chair of the SWC. “We know residents are also very concerned and they’re wondering what can be done to protect the lake from future algal blooms.”

The 16-page action plan lists voluntary actions and best practices for residents and industry sectors to minimize their ‘phosphorus footprint’. It also explains the sources of P in the Shuswap watershed and summarizes an extensive regulatory framework for P. The SWC, which is not a regulatory organization, says that more regulatory oversight by government agencies – something the SWC is advocating for – combined with more proactive stewardship will help to protect water quality and prevent future algal blooms.

“We are all stewards of Shuswap Lake,” says Erin Vieira, program manager for the SWC. “There are things everyone can do to help protect water quality whether you’re working in agriculture or silviculture; building or maintain roads; tending to parks, lawns and gardens; or managing your household wastewater.”

The Phosphorus Action Plan is available on the SWC’s website, www. shuswapwater.ca.

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North Shuswap Health Centre

North Shuswap Seniors & Community Resource Centre has workshops and social events happening!

By Gail McNeil Oliver, NSHC Executive Director Are you looking for something social to do but not sure what events happen in the North Shuswap? If so, keep an eye on our calendar or become a member of the Seniors & Community Resource Centre to receive regular updates and invites.

A membership is $25.00 for the year, and it provides you with: Coffee Socials (with goodies!), Workshops that are fun & interesting, First Aide Training, Soup & Chili Lunches and much more! Being a member also allows you to bring your own ideas and conversations to share and to create a community connection for yourself in a safe and welcoming environment! For further information, please contact Lorna at: 780-721-2293 One topic that we will be soon offering a workshop on is:

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topic to write about and I know there will be another article as well as a workshop to attend regarding this topic. It’s that important!

From a psychological perspective, elder abuse is about an imbalance in power. As one becomes older one must give up independence and control of many aspects of one’s life, which may feel like abuse but may not be.

There are some key aspects to consider when you are looking at it and determining whether this an abusive situation: • Do you feel afraid?

• Are you fully capable of making decisions but are not permitted to or ignored?

• Has someone taken your money without your full consent?

• Have you been isolated from your own social and family Identifying & Dealing with Elder Abuse network?

By Jodi Wium, NSHC Community Health Worker • Do you feel afraid of living your own life?

Last summer my dad came to stay with me from his home These questions at any age are a sign of an unhealthy in Victoria. We had a great holiday together however some relationship, but when you are at a certain age with limited things became trying, not only his physical and mental health choices, it may be time to review what you can do. had deteriorated, but he was complaining of elder abuse.

Book an appt with a counsellor, they are required by law There are many things to consider when either you or to report situations of abuse. If it’s not a counsellor, another another person is claiming that they are part of what could be professional, your physician or a trusted family member may considered elder abuse. I picked up a brochure from the North (continued on page 35) Shuswap Health Centre and decided this would be a great

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help you to find appropriate resources. In the meantime, say “No.” It is hard to stand up to abuse but setting boundaries, even when someone else is present, will be helpful. If you must leave the situation, have help, again with someone trusted to make a move away from the situation. If you are older and vulnerable this is not an easy task. You have legal rights, so also consult a lawyer about your rights.

One of the newest resources for help, is the BC Association of Community Response Network. It is specifically designed to respond to situations that community members may be facing. Their website is: bccrns.ca/adult-abuse and you can also report abuse or neglect to Interior Health by calling: 1-844-870-4754 or online at: www.interiorhealth. ca/information-for/seniors/adult-abuse-and-neglect One of the most recent concerns, that you also may be susceptible to, as an older person and must keep your eyes open for include: Prize Scams, Revenue Canada Scams, Computer Tech Scams, Romance Scams, Contractor Scams and Scams indicating you have been willed money from some Stranger!

We will be talking about all this in more detail at our December workshop. Stay tuned for the date! Check our calendar at: www.nshealthcentre.ca If you feel like you want to discuss this with our Community Health Worker, call the North Shuswap Health Centre and book an online, phone or in person appointment.

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Owners Remove or Fix Buoys to Avoid Transport Canada Removal CSRD Release Numerous owners of non-compliant buoys decided to pull them from Shuswap Lake or ensure they met all the rules before a recent Transport Canada removal effort seized them from the waters off Electoral Areas C and F. This spring, non-compliant buoys were tagged by Transport Canada’s Navigation Protection Program to alert owners of the violation and to give them a chance to rectify the situation prior to removal.

When Transport Canada staff returned to conduct the removal, approximately 80 per cent of the tagged buoys were either removed by owners or brought into compliance with safety regulations.

Of the remaining non-compliant buoys, 26 buoys, including numerous anchors, were removed from the lake.

The proliferation of buoys on Shuswap and Mara Lakes has been a continual source of public complaints to both the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) and Transport Canada.

Buoys can be removed if they are not following the regulations regarding the correct size, colour and identification.

This can be hazardous for boaters and other users of the lake.

In addition to Federal and Provincial legislation, the installation of docks and buoys in lakes within the CSRD are also regulated by CSRD Bylaws.

“We are thrilled to see people getting the message that non-compliant buoys will be the target of enforcement action,” says Marty Herbert, the CSRD’s Team Leader, Building and Bylaw Services. “After a few years of this program being in operation, people know that we are serious about this issue.

Now they are taking steps to fix the situation themselves rather than run the risk of their buoy being seized by Transport Canada.”

For more information on Transport Canada buoy regulations, see the Transport Canada website and the applicable regulations for private buoys.

The installation of any buoy in Shuswap Lake requires a CSRD Development Permit. For more information, contact the Planning department at 250-833-5904, email plan@csrd.bc.ca or see the CSRD website under Dock & Buoy Regulations.

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CP Holiday Train Returns

Release ​The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train will return to the rails this season on its first cross-continent tour in three years, following virtual concerts in the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. The train will again raise money, food and awareness for local food banks in communities along the CP network.

The 2022 tour will launch on Nov. 23 and will feature 168 live shows including stops at Salmon Arm and Notch Hill (9:10 pm) on December 15 and in Chase (2:35 pm) the following day.

A full schedule is available at cpr.ca/holidaytrain.

“I’m grateful to the CP team members who adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic to deliver two exceptional virtual Holiday Train shows and to all those who continued to donate while we kept community members safe,” said Keith Creel, CP’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “The Holiday Train is all about families and communities coming together to celebrate the season and help those in need. We are excited to be back out on the rails and in our communities, taking these two beautiful trains across our network and sharing the joy that comes with gathering in the spirit of giving.”

Live music is essential to the CP Holiday Train experience. This year’s performers will include

Alan Doyle, Tenille Townes, Mackenzie Porter and Lindsay Ell, to name a few.

Details about this year’s artists and which performers will play which shows are available at cpr.ca/holidaytrain.

Holiday Train shows are free to attend. CP asks attendees to bring a cash or non-perishable food donation if they’re able. Local food shelves will set up collection stations at each event, with all donations made staying with the local food bank to help people in need in the community. Because local food shelves buy food at a discount, cash donations can go further than food donations to help those in need.

Since the Holiday Train program launched in 1999, it’s raised more than $21 million and collected 5 million pounds of food for community food banks across North America.

“This year, more than ever, the support, awareness and goodwill that the CP Holiday Train brings will make an impact beyond imagination to the food support programs of East Side Neighborhood Services,” said Mary Anstett, Vice President, Community Engagement for East Side Neighborhood Services in Minneapolis. “With the support that Holiday Train brings in, we can rest assured that so many will have warm nutritious food on their tables in the coldest months.”

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Christmas Party, Parade and Colouring Contest

By Jo Anne Malpass With the return this year of the Lions Club Children’s Christmas Party, Christmas on the North Shuswap will be back to what it was before the pandemic, with a parade, the party, and Kicker colouring contest gifts awarded at the party.

The Christmas Parade in Scotch Creek is set for December 9. Santa is looking for floats to join him on the parade. Everyone is welcome to join. More details and route in the December Kicker. Please register your float at executivedirector@northshuswapbc.com or by calling 250-804-8097.

On December 11, the Lions Kids Christmas Party will run from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the North Shuswap Community Hall in Celista. Have your picture taken with Santa, Fish Pond, Face Painting, hot dogs, hot chocolate, coffee and juice. Raffle for the adults. For more information, contact Marlene at 250-955-0378.

For the past two years, without the opportunity to gather together, the Kicker has been delivering gifts to the homes of children who entered the colouring contest.

We are happy to again be joining the Lions Club at their kid’s party for the 25th Kicker colouring contest where the winners and then the other local children at the party will choose their gifts.

We are expecting well over 100 children there and the Kicker, with the help of generous donors, makes sure there is a gift for each one of them.

North Shuswap children wishing to enter can pick up colouring contests starting on November 17 at PharmaChoice, Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside (Fetch Panda), North Shuswap School and Ross Creek Store. They can be returned to the same locations by Sunday December 4.

This popular, free community event wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of volunteers and donors. Donations for the Colouring Contest are now being gratefully accepted. A donation can be an actual prize (toy, game, gift certificate, etc.) or a cheque which we at the Kicker will use to purchase prizes and gifts.

If you wish to donate, please call or text the Kicker at 250-515-2830, or send us an email to kicker@kicker.ca.

4 Age Categories: 5 & under ● 6 - 8 9 - 10 ● 11 - 13 Prizes Four prizes will be awarded in each age category at the Lions Children’s Christmas Party on Dec 11th. There will also be plenty of door prizes so be sure to attend.

Entry Forms: Can be picked up November 17 at North Shuswap Elementary, Scotch Creek Market, Fetch Panda (formerly Sunnyside) and Ross Creek Country Store.

Deadline: All entries must be in by Sunday December 4th.

Only one entry per person. Drop off entries at same locations as above. * Open to North Shuswap residents only. *

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Kickin’ Tech News All about Generators

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By John Seymour Winter is coming and as usual, there is a very good chance we will lose power at some point during the season. BC Hydro does a great job at getting on those outages quickly but depending on the severity, it’s quite possible to find yourself without power for extended periods. Not a good situation especially if it’s very cold or if you have a freezer full of food. The best way to protect yourself if the worst happens is to have a generator installed and at the ready.

There are a few options for generating your own electricity during an outage and as usual, cost is a factor in determining which option you ultimately choose. There are other important things to consider as well such as how much power you need and how to safely connect that power to your home if and when the need arises.

The first thing you will need to determine is how much power you will need during an outage. Start by thinking about minimum needs without many of the conveniences you’re used to. Once you determine which appliances you will need to fill those needs, you then simply add up the total amount of power required in watts. Most appliances will have this information on the label or in the manual. Be aware that anything that produces electric heat like stoves and clothes dryers will be the highest power consumers.

Once you know what your absolute minimum power needs are during an outage, then add 10% to that number and start your generator shopping. The most popular and economical choice is the basic Portable Generator. You’ll find them everywhere and their cost is directly proportional to the amount of power they can produce. The downside of portable generators is the noise they make and the cost of fuel to run them as they always produce their rated wattage regardless of what they are powering.

A higher end choice is the Inverter Generator. Quieter and more efficient, they also produce cleaner power. A little more expensive but cheaper to operate as they only provide the power needed and will speed up and slow down as required.

The third option is a solar generator. Not cheap of course but free to operate and makes no sound. Great for your RV but maybe not so practical for home use unless you have a rooftop system with plenty of batteries. A system like that would be costly and is geared more towards saving electricity costs year-round.

Once you have made your choice of generator, the next step is to determine how to connect it to your house during an outage. The most common and safest method is to have a transfer switch installed by an electrician. Once installed, you will have a connector on an outside wall to attach your generator. A transfer switch will make the transfer from hydro to generator quickly and safely.

Hopefully this helps and with any luck you won’t need to use your generator but it’s better to have one and not use it than vice versa.

As usual, questions and comments are welcome.

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By Gerry Shea The senior men were still playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Unofficial, Thursday men’s nights were occurring until the end of October and about 10 golfers are still showing up.

The Men’s Club finished the year with 31 members.

Thanks again to our season hole prize sponsors; PharmaChoice Drugstore, Celista Winery and the Anglemont Estates Golf Course.

The annual Awards Night was held at Lakeview Center on September 23. Thanks to the Lakeview Center crew (including Bob Ewart) for a great meal and thanks to Norm Miller for his help in obtaining the door prizes. Also, thanks for the door prize donations from Warner Rentals, Anglemont Marina, Falcon Super Solutions, Dave Edwards, Scotch Creek Market, Bev Shea and Craig Golemblaski from the Anglemont Golf Course. Thanks to Craig, Shantelle and Tom from the golf course and a special thanks to Neva for her help.

Just to recap, the Low Gross Club Champion (Overall low gross honors, lowest score not using handicaps) went to Craig Golemblaski with a score of 146. Bill Kubica was second with 147 and Gerry Shea was third with 148.

Overall low net winner (score minus their handicap) was Ken Vaughn with a net score of 113. Jim Taylor was low net winner for Flight #1 with a score of 115 and Pat Anderson was low gross winner for Flight #2. Thanks to Jim Taylor for organizing this tournament.

Winners were announced and trophies were presented at the September 23 wind-up supper. Bill Kubica won the Most Improved Handicap trophy and the “Arnie” trophy winner for the Best Attendance Record is Glen Henick.

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Threat to BC Trees Looms Closer Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society they can be the only deciduous trees. Additionally, introduced On July 1, 2022, officials from the Oregon Department of ash trees are one of the most common shade trees planted in Forestry announced that they had discovered invasive Emerald cities along streets and in parks, with Vancouver alone having ash borer (Agrilus planipennis), one of North America’s most over 7,000 boulevard ash trees. destructive forest pests, in Oregon. This discovery marks the “If emerald ash borer is introduced to British Columbia first time these insects have been found west of the Rocky almost every single ash tree in the province will be killed over Mountains, putting the future of ash trees in the Pacific North- the next several decades,” said Nolan Novotny CSISS Assiswest, including those in British Columbia, at risk. tant (M.Sc., Entomologist).

Emerald ash borer is an invasive wood-boring beetle that Emerald ash borer populations can spread naturally but can attack and kill all species of ash trees (Fraxinus spp.) in generally do so slowly. The main vector of spread is human North America. The adult beetles lay their eggs in the bark of transport of beetle infested wood materials, such as firewood, ash trees. Once the eggs hatch the larva bore into the tree and nursery trees, wood chips or any other untreated ash wood feed on the wood and inner bark, forming networks of tunmaterial. nels called galleries. If the tree is infested with enough beetle “Control options do exist, such as mechanical and chemlarvae these galleries girdle the tree, restricting the flow of sap ical treatment of infested trees and the release of biocontrol and eventually killing the tree. Emerald ash borers can kill up wasps, but ultimately, once Emerald ash borer populations to 99% of ash trees in are established they are infested areas and have highly unlikely to be already killed hundreds eradicated,” said Noof millions of trees votny. “To prevent the across North America. introduction of Emerald Emerald ash borers ash borers, we must be are native to Eastern diligent about transportAsia and were brought ing ash wood material. to North American Additionally, firewood in infested wooden should be burned in the packing materials same region it was purEmerald ash borer adult and a larva boring in the wood of an ash tree (Photo 1: Macroscopic Solutions/Science Source; Photo 2: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural and shipping crates. chased - Buy Local Burn Resources – Forestry, Bugwood.org) The beetles were first Local is the outreach discovered in Detroit, campaign we promote,” Michigan in 2002 and have since spread across the continent says CSISS Executive Director Robyn Hooper. to 34 U.S. states and 5 Canadian provinces. Until recently the Members of the public are encouraged to watch for signs beetles have only been found as far west as Boulder, Colorado of Emerald ash borer infection in ash trees, which include in the U.S. and Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada, but now that crown dieback, bark deformities (vertical cracks and shoots Emerald ash borer has been introduced to the west coast, it is growing out of the lower trunk), D-shaped exit holes, yellowlikely that the beetles will spread to the majority of the U.S. ing foliage and larval galleries under the bark. Any suspectstates and Canadian provinces in the west. ed invasive species should be reported using the provincial There is only one species of ash tree native to British “Report Invasives BC” smartphone application (available for Columbia: the Oregon ash (Fraxinus latifolia). Mountain ash download from www.gov.bc.ca/invasive-species). For more trees (Sorbus spp.) are not true ash trees and are unaffected by information on invasive species, please visit our website at Emerald ash borers. Oregon ash trees are not abundant in B.C. https://columbiashuswapinvasives.org, or contact us directly at but are often found in sensitive wetland ecosystems where info@columbiashuswapinvasives.org or 1-855-785-9333.

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Submitted by Karen Boulter As the cooler weather continues, relaxing in a nice warm hot tub, can feel very soothing. For most people, this can be an enjoyable way to warm up, massage the muscles and simply unwind.

Unfortunately for some people, especially those with an existing cardiovascular disease, hot tubs can be dangerous and even deadly. Fortunately for most of us, following a few simple precautions can ensure this will not become the case.

When the body gets super heated, blood vessels dilate to help cool the body, blood diverts to the skin away from the core, and the heart rate and pulse increase to counteract a drop in blood pressure. Normally, these events help us regulate our body temperature and do not cause problems However, if you have an existing cardiovascular weakness, these events could overtax the heart and lead to a number of prob-

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If you do have a diagnosed heart condition, check with your doctor before using a spa or sauna. For those of us who don’t know if we have a pre-existing condition or susceptibility to a future problem, being aware of your body and using common sense can keep you safe while you soak.

Make sure the water temperature is not too high (maximum 101F/38C), stay hydrated (sorry folks – that means water not alcohol) and engage in the activity for a short period of time (10 to 15 minutes is plenty of time to warm up without getting over heated). If you do notice any of the early warning signs of over heating, such as feeling uncomfortable or too hot, even before you would start to feel dizzy, listen to your body. It is time to get out.

Other times, rather than immersing the entire body, consider keeping the upper torso out of the tub most of the time so your system can shed the excess heat. This often helps to prevent that dizzy feeling.

Following these few precautions can help make sure you have more years to enjoy a relaxing soak in the tub.

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NSSCR Programs Back to Full Capacity

By Jo Anne Malpass The 20+ programs operated for children and families by the North and South Shuswap Community Resources Association are mostly running at full capacity again after dealing with the past two years of the pandemic, participants at the association’s AGM on Oct. 24 were told.

Coordinator Leigh Robinson reported on participation in the various programs operated by NSSCR, 87% in South Shuswap, 11% in North Shuswap and 2% from outside the region or seasonal residents.

She credits the rise in numbers to both coming back from Covid and the increased population in the area.

Participation is up in Early years 0 to 5 programing. These included To Go kits which started during COVID, Holiday House full of books for kids to take home, Sorrento preschool with 32 three and four year olds (the maximum) and North Shuswap preschool with eight, Mother Goose, Pyjama Stories, Santa Story Time and hiking series. With the goal of getting people out and connected with families and trails the parent/ tot hiking series saw 209 participants. Robinson called it a gem of Covid that will be continued.

The 6 to 12 year old programs included swimming lessons with 431 participants in 2022. The new swim platform at Wharf Rd. Park in Scotch Creek “made lessons so much more fun because

we had it, more exciting for us.” Other programs included Stay Safe (workshops for 9-11 year olds teaching basic personal safety to stay alone for short periods), STEM science, technology, engineering, and math for grades 4 to 7, with attendance at 103, up from 80 last year.

For youth, as well as swim lessons up to level 10, 9 participants are ready to go into national lifeguard program and 5 candidates completed the full WSI certification and are committed to train next summer. 20 youth also completed the Red Cross Babysitting course for age 11 and older.

Unplug and Play in January saw 108 participants receive a bag of groceries, then go home and do the Get cooking challenge. The Family Harvest dinner became a take home event with 45 dinners served.

The Association elected a board of four members but has room for up to seven.

The Board has been very stable over the past few years, Robinson explained but it is probably a good time to get new families come on to the board. The board is made up of parents who direct the programs, are the creative piece behind what programs to run and help to find the funding. The Association would like to have someone from the North Shuswap come on board, possibly a parent from the preschool to advocate for that program.

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Surveying the damage from last year’s wildfire at Humamilt and Momich Lakes

By Jim Cooperman ation site, where there are six campsites once the snow comes.

Last month we headed into the North It was not until nearly the west end and a boat launch. The lack of fuel on the Shuswap backcountry with trepidation to of the lake that the fire crossed the road forest floor was likely one of the reasons determine how badly the forests burned to burn all the way to the lakeshore. But it was not destroyed. According to the last year in this key recreational area. website, this site is closed due to the fire, fortunately, the fire petered out inches Heading north from Albas, we could away from Humamilt Lake’s best recre- but it was apparent that it had been used judge the severity of the curthis summer. rent drought by the low water Heading west, we found levels in Celista Creek, which that Stukemapton Lake where was reduced to a trickle. there is one small recreation Heartened by the still site, largely escaped the green forest surrounding flames. Further to the west the eastern end of the land is now a deactivated road where the campground was that forks to the north into intact, we carried on along the the Cayenne Creek valley. well-maintained logging road This valley, which burned to the middle of Humamilt completely in approximateLake where there was little ly 1930, has now been first left on the hillsides above the pass logged and rather than south side of the road. Where continue maintaining it, the the trees have been salvaged, gov ernment pulled out the all that remained was blackculverts and shut it down. ened stumps, burnt debris, dry Part way down the hill to soil and ashes. Massive piles Momich Lake, the landscape of unusable charred logs and turned black and grey once Humamilt Lake It will take many decades before this landscape recovers branches await to be burned (Photo credit: Jim Cooperman)

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again, as the fire had raced up the usually damp Cayenne Creek canyon past the scenic waterfall, destroying every green plant and tree, including old growth cedar trees and thick moss. We fondly remember hiking to the waterfall to fish in the pools and marvelling at the ancient green forest.

Today, the scene here is more apocalyptic, as even the soil has fried.

Momich Provincial Park includes three lakes connected by a tiny river. The first time I canoed and camped on Momich Lake was in 1976 when there were no roads and we had to portage into the first lake, then portage again along the river to the second lake. I returned many times to camp and canoe there, and once brought Secwepemc elders and chiefs there to examine the unique pictographs on a massive boulder on the shoreline of the third lake.

Fully aware of the park’s scenic features and the great campsites at the east end of the middle lake, I successfully negotiated park status for it during the Kamloops TSA land use planning process in 1994. With most BC Park funds directed to parks in the lower mainland and those closer to communities, no new infrastructure was added to Momich Lake and one of the forest recreation campsites was closed. Tragically in 2009, the park experienced its first large fire, which destroyed much of the surrounding forests.

Last year on July 7th lightning struck the hillside above Adams Lake, which quickly exploded to 500 ha by that evening. For the first few weeks an Interfor crew fought the fire with limited resources, while the BC Wildfire Service concentrated on another lightning strike fire to the north. Despite their best efforts, these two fires merged and headed east. Eventually, the fire swept eastward all the way to Humamilt Lake. By the time it was extinguished, the fire had burned a total of 17,049 ha and stretched from north of Adams Lake, south to Pukeashun Mountain and east to beyond Humamilt Lake.

Momich Lake Provinical Park has been officially closed since the first fire and despite a sign posted that threatens anyone who enters it with a minimum $115 fine, people continue to camp there. The road is also technically closed to recreational visitors, but with no enforcement it continues to be used by hunters and campers. Ideally, the dangerous snags should be removed, and trees planted so that the park can be re-opened.

Chase Country Christmas Submitted by Joanne Johnston Join us to celebrate Chase Country Christmas on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday Dec. 3.

On Friday at 5:30 pm, the parade makes its way uptown, where there will be a Tree Light up, Street Hockey, Street Vendors,

stores will be open later and more.

On Saturday, there will be a Craft Fair, Pictures and Story Time with Santa & Mrs. Claus.

More is in the planning with details in the next Kicker.

Everyone is welcome to come to enjoy the Fun.

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North Shuswap Lions

By Tom Price, Past President We hope that everyone in the North Shuswap knows that the North Shuswap Lions support the entire community … but we are not alone!

There are many other organizations actively working so that individuals and families who visit, see how wonderful this little piece of the country is … then decide to come back again and again!

Increasing the chances of that happening takes a huge coordinated effort by: Government, Business, and all of the Service organizations that exist here.

“Success” is directly linked to how effectively the annual playbook is re-written to focus on the needs of the organizations and the people in the community; generating the funding to accomplish the plan, and finding /training the people to “Get-R- Done”.

The Lions Club plays a key role in the community by distributing money raised through local fund raising events of our own, donations received from the community, and by applying to BC Gaming for grants that are spread out and passed on to other community organizations that are eligible to receive Gaming funds. This connection to BC Gaming is a key piece of the funding puzzle that assists them in accomplishing the goals in their annual playbook.

The funds raised from the community as “direct donations” and “proceeds of events” complete the financial pool that we work with each year.

How about we play a quick guessing game… How many organizations do you think are connected to the Lions Club in the great “Money” pipeline budget for 2022 - 2023?

(A) 1-10 (B) 11-15 (C) 16 -20 (D) 20 -25 (E) even more than that!

Keep reading – the answer is disclosed below!!

You would probably agree that this is a pretty responsible role for any organization to play in the community … and you may also wonder how those decisions get made? The key person in the Lions Cub is the “Treasurer” – who is supported by the “Finance committee” and the “Members” who vote on the new “Playbook” every year. The “Treasurer” is the key connection for “organizations needing funding support”, as well as the “funding sources” (who expect reports that must be filed to explain “where the money went and what it was used for”).

Our club has benefited over the years because very capable people have “stepped up” to take on the role as Treasurer and lead our finance committee … and so have the number of organizations we distributed funds to over the years. In the 2022-2023 budget, Marlene (our Treasurer for many years) confirmed that number is (30 organizations) … see - I told you the answer to the question would be revealed later!

The answer is “E” even more than 25!

How did you do playing the guessing game?

The Lions and all the other organizations need People Power to turn available funding into successful programs… so Please pick up your smart phone or your tablet or go to your desktop computer and MAKE CONTACT with an organization that does work you are interested in…they will be happy to hear from you!

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Decibel Coalition Monitors Noisy Boats SMLDC Newsletter A volunteer member of the Shuswap & Mara Lakes Decibel Coalition captured the sound of several noisy boats on Shuswap Lake over this past summer, says its fall newsletter.

With the assistance of another volunteer, “we have now established dB monitoring standards to a normalized distance from shore. Above 75 dBA, conversation must cease as the noisy boat approaches, and cannot resume until the offending boat has travelled well past you. An increase of 10 dB results in 10 times the Sound Pressure Level (that’s the logarithmic scale) but because of the way our ears work, we only hear it as twice as loud.”

Over several days this summer near Wild Rose Bay, there were readings of 84.7, 87.3 and as high as 91.1 dB. SMLDC welcomes new members and is recruiting Strata’s and Community organizations in the Shuswap and Mara Lakes district.

Please contact Alan Drinkwater, alanrdrinkwater50@ gmail.com to receive an SMLDC & national DC membership information

package.

Update from the national Decibel Coalition – “Your voices are being heard and with the leadership of national dB, Transport Canada (TC) will slowly move forward with dB Regulations. Our work is not over, we need to educate property owners at Shuswap and Mara Lakes about dB issues and keep the pressure on TC to introduce new Regulations asap.”

Transport Canada will be hosting a Canadian Marine Advisory Council Conference in Ottawa and online November 8-10 with Recreation Boating on the Agenda Wednesday November 9, approx. 1030-11am PST. Please join us as we discuss the outcome of the T/C ‘Let’s Talk’ survey results. Registration is through Eventbrite at Transport Canada Fall CMAC. “Transport Canada has placed, ‘dB level standards & regulations’, on the radar for 2025, we will light a fire under that timeline.”

For more information about the Shuswap & Mara Lakes Decibel Coalition, contact Gary Milne at garyjamesmilne1@gmail.com

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Our new executive is as follows: President Tyler Morrison, Vice President Kyle Boppre, Secretary Pamela Cole and Treasurer Julie Lucas. The Directors are Dean Acton, Mark Acton, Ian Walker, John Massey, Ken Johnson, Erwin Vernon, Jack Duffy and Dennis Cole.

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women from across Canada travelled to that factory, in order to gain employment and contribute to the war effort. They produced hundreds of millions of units of ordinance parts including shell, caps, detonators and pellets, used to construct bombs and munitions to supply the fighting troops.

The site later became the city of Ajax, named for the Leander-class light cruiser HMS Ajax, saluting her part in victory over German

battleship, Graf Spee.

It is estimated that there are around 5,000 WW II Canadian veterans remaining, all in their late 80’s and older. Thanks to them, their families and those who went before them, for their service in WW II. Here is our item for next month. Get your guesses in and you may be the next $25 draw prize winner. Thanks to The Chase & District Museum and Archives Society for this item.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Fond Memories of Anglebay Entertainers Just perusing your October issue of The Kicker.

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By Karla Bragg

North Shuswap Community Association “Well, it feels like our warm introduction to Autumn has passed and I’ll be rocking my flannel onesies yet again.

The North Shuswap Hall is gearing up for the winter and we haven’t forgotten about all of you!

Yes, that’s right, BINGO will be continuing on Monday’s, so fear not! Your dabbers won’t be drying up this winter! Every Monday night at the hall we will be calling those numbers and serving up those refreshments – doors open at 6, games start at 7.

Take a couple of hours for yourself and escape those winter woes.

For those of you wanting to keep up to date with all of our hall events and news, we are in the midst of having a brand new website created!

Please refrain from trying to enter our current website as it has some severe issues that are being addressed.

A reminder that memberships are $10 per individual or $20 per family, consider joining the NSCA and being a part of a great community association. We are happy to accept cash, cheque or e-transfer to NSCommAssoc@gmail.com.

Keep warm, people!”

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LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY ANGLEMONT AND SURROUNDING AREA

By Denise Meier It has been an unbelievably warm and sunny fall in the Shuswap, as well as most of Western Canada. Although most of us are enjoying the weather, the lack of moisture is taking a toll on our environment. I sincerely hope Mother Nature’s resilience will come through as it has in the past to once again create a balance for all of Earth’s creatures.

The Annual Remembrance Day Service will be held at the Lakeview Centre in the same scaled down version that was used last year. It will be an outdoor service – please meet in the parking lot after 10:30 am to join in.

Lakeview’s November Breakfast is sponsored by The Kicker, the little paper that makes our world go round. It will be held Saturday November 12 from 9 to 11 am. See you there.

On November 15 at 3 pm, we will be holding the first half of our AGM. It will be at this meeting that a new board will be put in place. If anyone is interested in letting their names stand for the board, please contact Tony Hudson 778-765-1506, or any other board members.

Lakeview will be holding its Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 26 from 9 am to 2 pm. Various local vendors will be on hand with their wares to help fill those Christmas stockings and make eyes light up on Christmas morning. Join us to browse and enjoy a light lunch. Any vendors wishing to rent a table - cost is $10.00 – please contact Darla Dingeldein at 1-250-2992158.

If you have not been a member of the Lakeview Centre previously, we offer prorated memberships at this time of year. If you are new to the area, we encourage you to check our website to see what we have to offer that may interest you. Now that summer is drawing to a close, thoughts turn to what we can do indoors as groups to socialize. Memberships are one of the few ways we have of bringing in funds to keep the building up and running.

You can find our membership form on our webpage at https://www.lakeviewcommunitycentresociety.com/.

Financial contributions can also be made and tax receipts can be issued. We prefer payments are made online via e-transfer to the Lakeview e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com Any other inquiries should be directed to Tony Hudson 778-765-1506. If you have ideas for new activities, clubs or events, or would like us to do something that we used to do, please let us know. Thanks to our members,

Lakeview Centre Member ship fees: $20/yr (per per son) 7703 Squilax Anglemont Rd Anglemont, BC V0E 1M8 Hall Bookings/Games Room: Tony 778-765-1506 Email: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com Web: www.lakviewcommunitycentresociety.com

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By Sionna McTavish The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) is very excited about a return to in-person tutoring for the ONE TO ONE Reading Program this year. Volunteer tutor training sessions are now underway in preparation for delivering the Literacy Program in sixteen North Okanagan-Shuswap School District 83 elementary schools, including North Shuswap Elementary, to reach a total of “56 classrooms” said Terra Stephenson, the LASS Children’s Programs Coordinator.

Up to six students from each grade one to four class are invited by their teachers to participate in the Program, and reinforce their reading skills during weekly sessions with a tutor over the course of three to four months.

New session format changes have been implemented that include students using ‘Just Right’ books at their reading level along with high interest texts, review of reading strategies, phonics based games provided by LASS, and entries in a literacy journal.

Stephenson noted the emphasis of their literacy program is to share and nurture a love of reading with children, and explained that “the role of a tutor is to give children a safe and fun opportunity to practice reading and connect with the joy of reading.”

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becoming a volunteer tutor and giving the gift of time, such as making positive contributions to a learning community, and helping children build self-esteem by becoming successful readers.

An hour and a half during the school day each week can make a meaningful difference in a child’s life.

And, all volunteers receive training and ongoing support from both LASS and a volunteer school coordinator to optimize their reading experiences with students.

Stephenson explained that prior to the pandemic, there were “usually two hundred” ONE TO ONE volunteer tutors and so far this year there are sixty – including four volunteers who have registered at North Shuswap Elementary. Definitely a positive start to 202223, and progress towards operating at full capacity again to meet the high demand for student literacy support in schools.

Thus, LASS is hoping to expand their volunteer base and offering the next series of tutor training sessions in December/January 2023 (dates to be determined). If you are passionate about reading and interested in becoming a ONE TO ONE Reading Program volunteer tutor, or for any other inquires please contact Terra Stephenson: 250-803-2991; email: childprograms@ shuswapliteracy.ca.

ARTISTRY - A Unique Artisan Event

By Jean Toker This year, the Artistry Christmas Gift and Bake Sale at the Blind Bay Memorial Hall will offer a great selection of special items for your home decorating as well as that special something for yourself, family or friends. At this time of year, the search is on for unusual and unique items made by local Artisans and we have just what you are looking for.

Imagine putting a one-of-a-kind item under the tree for someone special in your life. Whether it is a specialty soap, handcrafted wooden bowl, box or sign, a wonderful hand made fabric wrap, silk scarf, or unique jewelry, a beautiful purse or wallet, homemade cards, stained glass, native art work or a lovely painting, you will find something

to delight.

There will be many new items to decorate your home in the spirit of the season. Welcome your guests with signs, wreaths, wonderful table and tree decorations and find something at the bake sale to put on your newly decorated table.

Come down to Blind Bay Memorial Hall at 2510 Blind Bay Road. We have a wonderful community rich with very talented individuals. Make some new friends or visit with your neighbors over a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at this years’ Artistry.

Artistry Gift & Bake Sale is open November 19th and 20th from 10am to 3pm.

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School News

By Jan Penner We’ll begin this month with an introduction to the rest of the new staff members.

Kimberley Martin is the new teacher in Division 2. This is her second year teaching. She loves the small, close community aspect of North Shuswap.

Her favourite part of teaching is being able to help students grasp new concepts.

She is having a great deal of fun interacting with her students and looks forward to all their adventures in the coming year.

Sue Beverly is a new CEA (Certified Educational Assistant). Sue spent some time last year at North Shuswap as the StrongStart teacher. Sue loves being back at the school and says it is her “Happy Place!” Sue is a resident of Magna Bay. Finally, we introduce Sionna McTavish. Sionna lives in Anglemont and loves the North Shuswap.

She has a very interesting assignment. She is the new Fine Arts teacher, as well as working ½ day a week as Literacy Support and ½ day a week teaching Explorations with Division 1. You will also find her articles in the Kicker, as she is one of the newest staff members.

The Salmon Run events have officially wrapped up.

Divisions 1-5 all visited on field trips. It was a wonderful outdoor learning opportunity for everyone. The experience enhanced classroom instruction regarding the life

cycle of the salmon, as well as ongoing environmental and cultural learning. A big thanks to the organizers of the Salmon Run for all their hard work!

Volleyball season has started and almost all classes have taken advantage of the sturdy standards and net being in place, to practice volleyball skills.

The students are loving the opportunity to learn/master setting, volleying, serving and even spiking. The first game for the Cougars in interschool play was October 19 at AL Fortune. Best wishes for a great season everyone!

Thanks to all the parents who attended the school conferences on October 26.

Your interaction with your children and their teachers is so important. Your support and understanding of your child’s progress plays an important part in their educational success.

The Remembrance Day ceremony will be held on November 9th. Please check with the school or the school website closer to the date, to find out what time the assembly will be and to see whether or not guests will be able to attend. November 10th is a Professional Development Day and classes will not be in session.

Winter seems to be just around the corner. Please slow down around the school and bus stops, especially when conditions are slippery and wet. Take care of the Kids!

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By Secretary Helen Dalin At time of writing, the Chase and District Fish and Game Club Fall Fundraiser, The Big Fall 50-50 and Silent Auction was down to its last 10 days and was up to $2500 in the 50-50 section. The club wants to thank the community and the businesses who have contributed to maintain our facilities and infrastructure.

Without your support we would not have such an excellent facility to use. Also, thanks to all of you who have so generously bought a 50 50 ticket, bid on a silent auction item, or donated to the club. Your support means a lot.

Fundraising helps keep our membership fees to a reasonable level.

Families can afford to use the facilities.

Parents can take their children up to the range to do archery or plinking. I am sure there are many readers who have fond memories of going out to target shoot or plink with parents, or grand parents. It makes such a fun day.

Compared to other places, our club has some of the lowest fees by hundreds of dollars. Without fundraising, those fees would have to rise.

Our club has started working on a new community project. We have designed a new dock for Harper Lake.

The old one has seen its best days and needs to be replaced. We are trying to make a dock that fishermen will be able to cast from. We have a design drawn up and hope to have all the lumber

milled by spring. Ralph Bischoff, our president is going to mill the lumber for the dock. Then the hope is to get the dock built in the spring by volunteers.

If you have an idea for a local project for the community that you think the CDFGC could help with, please contact any of our executive of our club.

We are always interested in new ideas, especially ones that will get people and youth enjoying the outdoors.

The club is also going to donate $1000 to the BC Wildlife Federation Steelhead Research Project. Steelhead are not doing well and the DFO is disinclined to share its research with the BCWF. We feel that this is an important and relevant project to support. This donation supports our club’s mission statement “to represent all local residents whose aims are to protect, enhance, and promote the wise use of the environment for the benefit of present and future generations.”

If you are an outdoors type person, think about joining our club. We meet on the 3rd Monday of the month at Creekside Senior Center at 7 pm. New annual memberships will be required Jan. 1, 2023 and the lock at the range will be changed. You can get memberships at The Village Ubrew or download from our website in fillable PDF format. The 2023 membership forms will not be available until sometime in December 2022.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS REMEMBRANCE DAY NOVEMBER 11 Lakeview Centre in Anglemont Annual Remembrance Day Service will be an outdoor service, similar to last year. Please meet in the parking lot after 10:30 am to join in.

In Chase, Royal Canadian Legion #107 will have a parade, starting at PharmaChoice Food & Drug store at 10:30 am and marching to the community hall for a ceremony and presenting of wreaths at 11 am.

The Legion open after the ceremony.

NORTH SHUSWAP

Monthly Breakfast – November 12, 9 to 11am at Lakeview Centre, sponsored by The Kicker. If you would like to sponsor a monthly breakfast, email lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com North Shuswap Christmas Hampers – Add your name or someone else’s between Nov. 14 & Dec. 4.

Call Janice at 250-955-2393.

Donations at Scotch Creek Market & Ross Creek Store after Nov. 15.

Lakeview Centre AGM - Part one on November 15 at 3 pm. If anyone is interested in letting your name stand for the board, please contact Tony Hudson 778-7651506 Kicker Christmas Colouring Contest - Pick up entries starting Nov. 17 at PharmaChoice, Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside (Fetch Panda), North Shuswap School and Ross Creek Store. Returned to the same locations by December 4. Gifts awarded Dec. 11 at NS Community Hall. See details, on page 37.

Lakeview Christmas Craft Fair - November 26, 9am to 2pm at Lakeview Community Centre. See ad page 13.

Scotch Creek Hub Events - Music Trivia - Nov. 4, Sip & Shop - Nov. 11, Suzy and John Blues Band - Nov. 19, Grey Cup Party - Nov. 20, Karaoke - Lions Club Meat Draw Saturdays 3pm to 5pm, Open Mic on Sundays at 2pm.

See ad on page 21.

Santa Claus Parade - Evening of Dec. 9 in Scotch Creek. See ad on page 5 N.S. Health 12 Days Christmas Raffle - Tickets drawn each day from Dec. 10 to 21 at the health centre. Check website or Facebook for ticket sale details. See ad on page 8 for more information.

Celista Hall Farmers Market Christmas sale on December 10 in the NS Community hall, from 10am to 2pm. See ad on page 17.

Lions Kids’ Christmas Party & Kicker Colouring Contest gifts Dec. 11, 1:30-3:30 North Shuswap Community Hall, Celista. Photo with Santa, games, hot dogs, raffle, door prizes.

Support the Pink Piston Paddlers - Breast Cancer Survivor/Support-

er Dragonboat team to attend an International Festival in March 2023 in New Zealand. Donations at Bottle Depot in Scotch Creek and PharmaChoice in Scotch Creek and Chase.

Lions Meat & 50/50 Draw - Saturdays 3-5 pm at the Hub in Scotch Creek.

Lakeview Centre Regular Events - Carpet Bowling - Thursdays at the Lakeview Centre. Call Blair at 250-955-0032 if you care to join or sub. Arts Group meets Tuesdays 10am-2pm upstairs. Crafts Group also meets Tuesdays at 10 am downstairs. Table Tennis is Mondays at 1 pm, and Cribbage players meet Thursdays at 1 pm.

Certified NS First Responder Red Cross training sessions twice monthly. Join the team and provide valuable service to the community.

For more information: Don 250572-7735/Kath 250-318-0317.

Bingo - at North Shuswap Community Hall - every Monday except stat holidays. Bingo starts at 7:00 pm. See ad on page 56.

Hiking group for women – Monthly free organized outdoor experiences. Welcome to The Lady Alliance - Shuswap Chapter. FMI www.shuswapadventuregirl.ca or https://theladyalliance.com Anglebay Entertainers – if you are interested in joining this fun-loving amateur entertainers group, call Alison 250-955-2588 or Ann 250-955-2899. In need of a musical director for this group to continue.

AA Meetings - Tuesdays at 7:00 pm at North Shuswap Christian Fellowship, 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek.

Doctors/ Labs in the Clinic - To book for lab work and for doctor appointments, call NS Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or check nshealthcentre.ca for clinic services and availability of doctors. See ad on page 35 StrongStart Program - Tues. & Thurs mornings from 8:30 to 11:30 at North Shuswap Elementary School for parents/caregivers with their children age 0-5 years. FMI 250-955-2214, or email: samclean@sd83.bc.ca

In Sorrento, Ceremony at Sorrento Memorial Hall. Wreaths laid during the ceremony paraded to the Cenotaph at St. Mary’s Church. Refreshments after at the Drop In Society. Please be seated by 10:40 am.

In Salmon Arm, Royal Canadian Legion #62 will be holding a celebration at the Salmon Arm Cenotaph open to public. At 10:30, a parade from Legion to the Cenotaph, where a ceremony will take place before a parade back to the Legion. At 12 noon, the Branch will be open to the public

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Chase Curling Club Pancake Breakfast - Sunday Nov. 13, 8am to 10am. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, juice. Curling - Has started. New members welcome.

FMI chasecurling.ca or Janice at 250-679-4471 or admin@ chasecurling.ca. Leagues Tuesday morning and Wednesday evenings.

Open curling Friday mornings.

Secwépemc Landmarks unveiling - of the Tsqúqw7e Landmark sculpture on Wed. Nov. 16 at 1 pm in Tsqúqw7e (Chase Memorial Park).

All are welcome to celebrate the installation of the sculpture.

Conversations in French - Chase Library Thu 5:00-6:30pm, Nov 3, 17 and Dec 1. A casual time to try out, practice and learn French at the Chase Library. Drop-in. For adults. 250.679.3331 Chase Country Christmas - Dec. 2 & 3. Parade uptown Friday 5:30pm for tree Light up, Street Hockey, Street Vendors, Stores open later. Saturday- Craft Fair, Pictures & Story Time with Santa & Mrs Claus. Everyone Welcome.

SOUTH SHUSWAP

Bingo – Nov. 4, doors open at 5:45 pm at Blind Bay Memorial Hall. Entertaining evening, come out and enjoy the games.

Job Fair - Nov. 5 at Shuswap Lake Golf/Duffers at Blind Bay. Annual Notch Hill Christmas Market - Saturday Nov. 5, 9am to 2pm. Shuswap Market Group Artisans & Vendors. Coffee, Soup & bun, and more offered.

Sorrento Lions Craft Sale - Nov. 5, 9am to 3pm at Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre, 2405 Centennial Drive. Awesome vendors lined up so come check it out.

Free Admission Carlin Hall Coffeehouse - Sat. Nov. 5 at 7:00 pm. Feature, Margit Sky Project. Dec. 3 Feature Making Do and donations of food or cash for Second Harvest Food Bank.

FMI, please contact Diane at 250 517 0861.

Notch Hill Hall Fall Clean-up Nov 12, 10am - 2pm. Volunteers needed, bring your gloves and rake. Hot lunch served for volunteers.

Sunnybrae Hall Coffeehouse Sat. Nov. 12 with local duo “Good O’l Whatserface” Doors and performer sign-ups at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. www.sunnybraecommunityassociation.com ; Chilli and a Bun at the Seniors Hall from 5:30pm.

Nutrition Workshop - Nov 16, 1pm -4pm at Blind Bay Hall. Learn how to form good habits with food.

FMI call 250-675-3661 or email sshealthss@gmail.com Calm to Go - at South Shuswap Library, Wednesdays Nov. 16, 30, Dec. 14, 21. Come in stressed.

Leave revitalized. Free Drop in 10 to 11 am. FMI johannebritton@ gmail.com Christmas Artistry Gift and Bake Sale - Nov. 19 & 20, 10am 3pm at Blind Bay Memorial Hall.

Featuring local arts and artisans.

Vendors please contact Maureen 250-675-2844 South Shuswap Library - Kids Christmas Bookmark – learn to make two bookmarks. Registration required. Limit of 8 school aged children. Please call to register 250-675-4818. Take and make bags to go for school age. Stop by the branch to pick up Nov. 5 Limit of 25 bags. Baby Talk Learn and connect with other parents. Jenna Stack is a labour and delivery nurse, lactation consultant and specializes in Postpartum care. Topics such as Breastfeeding, Postpartum Depression, Pelvic Floor Health and Car Seat Safety. Casual, drop-in program. Thursdays, Nov. 3-24 from 9:30am – 10:30am. Mother Goose with Rebecca Lively hour filled with songs, rhymes and fingerplays! Fridays 10:15am Nov. 4, 18, 25 and Dec. 2, 9, 16. Drop-in.

Adult programming Card making with Karen. Basic stamping and die cutting/ dry embossing. Beginners welcomed. Nov 10 and Dec. 8, 1:00 to 2:30pm. Registration required 250-675-4818. Limit of 8 adults. Adult Take & Make Bags to Go – Pick up Nov. 12. Page Turners Book Club. first Thursday of the month at 10 am. Registration required. Call 250-675-4818.

Fireside Knitters. 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month at 10:00am.

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playgroup, Creative Journaling, Positive Psychology for happiness and meaning, Be a Picasso, Wild Church Sorrento, and so much more! For information about events go to https://www.sorrentocentre.ca/events/calendar

SALMON ARM & AREA

Uninterrupted Virtual Reality -Reconnecting in the Shuswap experience narrated by Dr. Mary Thomas. November 3 to 5. Song Sparrow Hall, Multiple showings.

FMI www.thompsonokanagan. com/7-celebrations Shuswap Storytellers - November 3 at 7pm. Everyone welcome to attend whether you want to tell stories or be a dedicated listener.

Info at 250 546-6186.

Séwllkwe exhibition (Secwepemctsin for water) featuring 2D works by artists of all ages on the theme of water. Open Nov. 5 - Dec. 10 at Salmon Arm Art Gallery. Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm and Thursdays until 7pm.

Enderby Folk & Pattern Dance - next dance Nov. 4, 7 pm at the Enderby Drill Hall. All ages welcome. More info at 250 5466186 The Metropolitan Opera - at the Salmar Classic, On Alexander, Downtown. Sat. Nov 5, 9:55am -- “La Traviata”, Giuseppe Verdi.

Sat. Dec 10, 9:55am, “The Hours”, Kevin Puts/Libretto Greg Pierce.

For more information, check out ttps://www.metopera.org/season/in-cinemas/ Armstrong MetalFest - band submissions for 2023 lineup.

Applications open Nov. 1 - 30.

Bands interested in performing at the festival apply at https://armstrongmetalfest.ca Coffee House at Gleneden Hall – November 19. Every third Saturday, 6:30 pm performer registrations, starts at 7 pm. Music and poetry. FMI Call 250.832.2300 Live Pro Wrestling - Nov 19, 6:30pm - 10pm at Enderby Drill Hall. For tickets and info: bit. ly/3zof4yQ Michael Kaeshammer - acclaimed Canadian pianist at Song Sparrow Hall Wed. Nov. 30. FMI rootsandblues.ca.

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Agenda available approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

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Adams River Salmon Society.. info@salmonsociety.com Anglemont Estates Waterworks After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344 Regular hours 250-832-8194 Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Gerry Shea 250 955-0365 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250-515-3276 AWE Society.. awesociety7@gmail.com Baseball Club.. Melissa Bischoff, mellybischoff@yahoo.ca Blind Bay Garden Club.. Susan 250-835-2351 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE North Shuswap.. Angela Lagore 250-320-2012 South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250 515 3276 Chase.. 250-679-8432 Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019 COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS Lakeview Community Centre Hall Bookings.. Tony Hudson 778-765-1506 NS Community Association..

Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833-7610 Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA)..

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Tyler Morrison 403-422-1144 Cruising the Okanagan Car Club.. Follow on Facebook or Email Anna-Marie Eckhart - cruisingtheokanagan@gmail.com CSRD - Area F Director.. Jay Simpson 250-517-9578 Emergency Support Services..Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca FIRE DEPARTMENTS Anglemont.. Graham Lucas 250-318-7157 Celista.. Roy Philips 250-804-3349 Scotch Creek/Lee Creek.. Ben Pellet 778-694-9890 Skwlax.. Paul Gamble 250-679-4472 Fire Services Coordinator.. Sean Coubrough 250-833-5955 FIRST RESPONDERS North Shuswap.. Kath Rowbotham 250-318-0317 South Shuswap.. Debbie Edwards, backacher@telus.net NS First Responder Society.. Don Devine, 250-955-2101, donedevine@gmail.com Girl Guides.. 1-800-565-8111 Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon..

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Sorrento Health Centre Society.. Eldene Lindberg 250-675-4168 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-2981 Lions Club.. Ellen Little 250-955-0690 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Notch Hill Cemetery Society.. Louise 250-253-5776 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-517-7111 NS Elementary School.. Paul Rosman 250-955-2214 Okanagan Regional Library North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-9555-8198 South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955-2214 Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 Pink Piston Paddlers – Breast cancer survivor and supporter dragon boat team – pinkpistonpaddlers22@gmail.com RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION Magna Bay.. Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Scotch Creek.. Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 St. Ives.. Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 Salmon Arm Toastmasters - www.salmonarmtm.com salmonarmtm@gmail.com School District # 83 Trustee.. Marty Gibbons, mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott 250-307-4360, seymoursledding@gmail.com Shuswap Community Foundation.. 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Emergency Program.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Shuswap Environmental Action Society..

Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 250-515-2731, www.slams.ca Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon 250-832-4588 Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com, https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, www.shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA).. info@SWOA.ca, www.SWOA.ca Skmana Ski club.. skiskmana@gmail.com, www.ski-skmana.com Sorrento Drop In Society.. 250-675-5358, website: sdis.ca South Shuswap Canada Day Committee..

Tammy Packer 250-463-2495, www.shuswapcanadaday.ca Taoist Tai Chi.. Judy 250-679-5425 Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge.. Shirley 250-679-2778 or donkeyrefuge@gmail.com Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359

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Contact Us at The INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 large yellow onion, chopped • ½ tsp sea salt • 1 (3-pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed

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3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage ½ tbsp minced fresh rosemary 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 3 to 4 C vegetable broth freshly ground black pepper

FOR SERVING • Chopped parsley • Toasted pepitas • Crusty bread DIRECTIONS 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and several grinds of fresh pepper and sauté until soft, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the squash and cook until it begins to soften, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes.

2. Add the garlic, sage, rosemary, and ginger. Stir and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant, then add 3 cups of the broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the squash is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

3. Let cool slightly and pour the soup into a blender, working in batches if necessary, and blend until smooth. If your soup is too thick, add up to 1 cup more broth and blend. Season to taste and serve with parsley, pepitas, and crusty bread.

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