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S.A.F.E Society Responds to Pandemic By Barbra Fairclough put added pressure on people in need of The Shuswap Area Family Emergency legal protections. This leaves circumstanc(S.A.F.E) Society has been serving fami- es unresolved indefinitely for families adlies in the Shuswap Area since 1979. dressing violence. The society is supportWith origins in the women’s moveing clients with advocacy to help them ment of the 1970’s, the initial focus was manage through these circumstances. to support women experiencing violence As Hilland highlights, abuse is based in the home. The founding women recog- in power and control and under current nized the need for a shelter or safe haven pandemic conditions, it becomes easier to and the beginning of the S.A.F.E Society control partners. The increased stress astook hold. sociated with these conditions can lead to Over the years, the society has grown increased incidents of domestic violence. and has continuously added to the serBoth of these things together cause an invices it offers. crease in the need A client cenfor services. tered approach With so many serensures people vices under one are enabled and roof, programs can empowered to work well together discover their and are easily acown solutions. A cessible. Whether mission “to end it is programs or violence in the shelter, the society Shuswap” is at is well prepared for the core of offernew clients. Protoing a nonjudgcols and procemental safe envi- Jaylene Bourdon and Paige Hilland of S.A.F.E Society dures are in place at Clothing For Community Fundraiser ronment for famto keep clients safe Photos courtesy S.A.F.E Society ilies. This nonduring pandemic judgmental support, along with sharing of conditions. information, allows clients to be empowHilland says the continuum of services ered in new ways. offered for families has a preventative asIn conversation with Executive Coor- pect as well as well as responsive and dinator Paige Hilland, she revealed that long term prevention component. This current pandemic conditions of staying ‘whole family’ approach ensures that home and social distancing has made the teens and children, women and men can task of eliminating violence that much (Continued on page 3) harder. The partial closure of courts has
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www.safesociety.ca. When all find support here. calling 250 832 9616, a On May 20th, in response to trained employee will anthe pandemic pressures on swer your call 24/7. You domestic abuse, the BC govcan find safe temporary accomernment announced 300 addimodation and non judgemental tional spaces in communities support. Counselling is availathroughout BC for people ble for resident and nonleaving violent situations resident women. during the pandemic. Through BC Housing’s Women’s Transition Hous- Postscript- after competing our coning and Supports Program, SAFE Soci- versation with Paige Hilland for the ety has secured temporary space to creation of this article, the BC Governquarantine, isolate, and provide better ment announced new changes “to ensocial distancing for people fleeing vi- hance the ability of the provincial olence. court to resolve family disputes more The S.A.F.E efficiently and Society provides effectively, services and safe white creating refuge to commua better experinities throughout ence for famithe Greater Shuslies resolving wap Area. If you legal disputes” know someone Complete news who may be exrelease on page periencing abuse 16 “Family and would like to court modernfind out about the izes Rules to services available help families at the S.A.F.E Soand children” ciety, call or visit S.A.F.E Society Community Information Display
Shuswap Lake Level Has Peaked By Jo Anne Malpass Shuswap Lake water levels peaked on June 6 at 348.964m for the 2020 runoff and have started to drop, according to the June 7 Shuswap Lake Watch runoff update. Cooler temperatures have nearly stopped the snow melt of the highmountain snowpack. Nighttime mountain temperatures have been consistently below freezing, whereas daytime temperatures did not exceed single digits either. "As a consequence, creeks and rivers could not collect sufficient melt water to maintain the Shuswap Lake inflow above its outflow. An extreme heat snap or monsoon like downpours can still turn things around; however, no such events are in the 7-day forecast and highly unlikely.
Shuswap Lake is now draining water at a rate of roughly 1,220 cubic meter per second and within a few days lake levels have dropped enough to prevent any level rise to the current peak level under any circumstances." The peak level of Shuswap Lake on June 6 was 348.964m, the 2019 peak was 347.591 m and the 2018 peak was 349.141 m. High water conditions on Shuswap and Mara Lakes have caused localized flooding and necessitated the closure of some CSRD parks including the lakefront portion of Shannon Beach in Eagle Bay, Sandy Beach in Blind Bay, Oxford Road Lake Access in Swansea Point and Wharf Road Community Park in Scotch Creek. (Continued on page 5)
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The Director’s Scoop News of Note from the CSRD
Paul Demenok Director, Electoral Area C (South Shuswap)
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New Economic Development Society Calls for Directors The new Shuswap Economic Development Society has been formed and in the near future will be calling for applicants for its inaugural Board. Successful applicants will be 6 to 12 people representing CSRD Electoral Areas C (South Shuswap), D (Falkland, Ranchero, Deep Creek) and F (North Shuswap). Ideal candidates will be interested in helping businesses in these Shuswap areas grow and thrive through business retention and expansion strategies and through encouragement of new investment in these communities. A full time Executive Director will report to this Board and will be responsible for developing and managing a workplan dedicated to the mandate and goals of the Society. Currently Shuswap Economic Development is operated as a function through the CSRD. The decision to move to an “armslength” model occurred because of a level of dissatisfaction with the in-house model. It was felt that much greater value for the dollars spent could be achieved through a non-profit society, and the need for greater resourcing could be fulfilled with the hiring of an experienced and trained professional as its Executive Director. The intent is to fund the new non-profit society with an annual grant that is similar to the current funding of the in-house service, so there should be no net effect on taxes with this reorganization. The non-profit economic development model is similar to those being operated successfully in several areas in BC,
including Salmon Arm, and with other services such as the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society, which used to be an in-house service at the CSRD. A committee has been formed who will review applications and will interview applicants for the new Board. Activities of the new Board will include: • meeting 6-8 times per year to discuss issues and opportunities affecting the business community and to make decisions regarding activities of the Society • hiring, overseeing and evaluating the activities of the executive director • providing input to and approving the annual operating budget and work plan • reviewing the Board’s structure and approving changes and bylaws as appropriate • acting as liaisons with local businesses and the community to build relationships, gather inputs and observations and to enhance the mission of the Society • participating in Annual General Meetings and other local events as appropriate • maintaining positive relationships amongst members of the Board, committees, staff, partnering agencies and the community • other activities as decided on by the Board The new Board will be self-managed and non-voting participation by Electoral Area Directors will only be observational and advisory. The new Board will develop the requirements of its members, but in general, these will include: • commitment to the objectives of the organization • knowledge, experience and skills in line with the Society mandate • willingness to sit on regional advisory committees • willingness to participate in Board and committee meetings Ideally, the Board will be representative of the 3 CSRD electoral areas and of the various business sectors in our communities. The term of office will be for up to 3 years, and ideally will be staggered so as to allow for good succession planning. To assist the Board and the Executive Director, it is envisioned that each Electoral area will have its own local advisory committee. The Board will be responsible for establishment of these advisory groups. It is anticipated that the Shuswap Economic Development Society will partner and collaborate with a number of community groups such as Chambers of Commerce and many others. It is expected that the new Board will be formed in the fall of 2020 to prepare for the official start of the new Society early in 2021. The call for directors will be advertised by the CSRD and the expression of interest form will be posted on the CSRD website. If you have a passion for our community and would like to see our local economy prosper, I would heartily encourage you to apply.
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High Streamflow Advisory remained in place as of June 5 for Nicola Lake, Central Okanagan, Bonaparte River, North Okanagan, Salmon River, North and South Thompson Rivers. A flood watch was still in place for several northern BC rivers. The BC River Forecast Centre Flood Status update on June 4 reports "Extreme floods on large rivers including the Fraser, Thompson and Columbia, remain possible later this spring depending on the weather. Peak flows for these rivers are expected within the next 1 to 3 weeks." The Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) provides emergency planning, mitigation, preparedness and recovery for Salmon Arm, Sicamous and CSRD Areas C, D, E and F. Residents in flood-prone areas are advised to: • Monitor the weather forecast and pay specific attention if there is intense rain falling in your location, • Undertake flood preparation measures to protect your property, • Prepare for possible evacuation on short notice, including having a Grab-and-Go Bag ready. The CSRD has made sand and sandbags available at Shuswap Fire Halls #1 and #2, Centennial Park, Eagle Bay Fire Hall, Wild Rose Community Park and Sunnybrae Community Park. The CSRD website says, "Owners are responsible for all measures required for flood protection of private property." Sand is being delivered into multiple piles to assist with distancing provisions. Please follow directions on the posted COVID-19 signage at these sites. With the high lake level, boaters are advised to be on the lookout for partially submerged obstacles out on the lake and to take the necessary precautions to respect our fragile environment and property at risk. A CSRD release asks boaters "to respect the No Wake policy during high water. It can take very little wave action from a boat wake to cause damage to lakefront properties. Please slow down and use care when operating a vessel on local lakes."
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Finz Resort “No Place Like It�
Recognizing Local Business Supporters of South Shuswap Scoop By Barbra Fairclough Finz Resort is your family fun destination for enjoyment on the water. Located in the heart of Blind Bay, it is not only easy to get to but offers great views for lakeside dining and camping. The marina is open, and the resort welcomes guests with moorage for up to 80 boats. The newly renovated marina includes gas pumps and easy access. Once you have pulled into the marina you can come ashore for a bite to eat in the bar and grill. Open 12-8 everyday with lots of parking for vehicles means you can arrive by car or boat and enjoy a good time. Even with current pandemic distancing, there is plenty of both indoor and outdoor patio seating. With an expanded take out menu, pre-ordering is easy. There are ample dedicated boat slips for restaurant patrons who arrive by boat to pick up. Inside the licenced family friendly restaurant, you will find a full menu complete with daily specials for both lunch and dinner. It is a perfect place to enjoy the sunset overlooking Blind Bay. Daily special and weekend special entrees are posted on Facebook and there are regular features like fresh fish every Thursday. The friendly attentive staff will ensure your dining experience is amazing. The full service marina offers rentals for all kinds of lake fun. Jet skis, ski boat, fishing boats, paddleboards, and kayaks are available for your enjoyment. For a little extra fun, try the solar powered Kon-Tiki Raft and order lunch or dinner too! Reserve your spot online. RV and camping are open and includes full amenities. With renovated showers all pandemic considerations have been accommodated to ensure your health and safety. Laundry and washrooms make your stay more comfortable. All 45 sites are equipped with potable water, 30 amp power and sewage hook ups. To find out how to make a reservation for the restaurant, camping or marina visit the website or to place an order to
go call 250 675 3255 or 250 675 3222. Follow on Facebook for updates. Enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the staff at Finz resort and make your visit memorable. www.finzresort.com Come to Finz Resort and find out why there is no place like it! Located at 2001 Blind Bay Road, Blind Bay, BC on the shores of Shuswap Lake.
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Salmon Arm Four-laning Project Moving Forward Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure News Release Travellers will soon see crews working to further improve safety and efficiency through Salmon Arm, as government continues to move forward with major improvements on Highway 1 to the Alberta border to make life better for people who travel in the region. The tender has been issued for the 1st Avenue SW to 10th Avenue SW four-laning project, which will expand this section of Highway 1 and make it safer for all travellers, including commercial truck drivers. "Our historic investments in infrastructure are helping create jobs in the short term and build safer, more efficient roadways for years to come," said Catherine McKenna, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities. "It's great to see that this important work in Salmon Arm will be getting under way soon as part of B.C.'s initiative to improve traffic flow and safety on Highway 1 from Kamloops to the Alberta border. We look forward to continuing to work together to build a better, more prosperous British Columbia and Canada." The pre-load for this segment was completed last year. Once the contract is awarded through an open bidding process, work is expected to begin in fall 2020. "It's important we keep moving forward on major projects that will spur economic recovery," said Claire Trevena, B.C.'s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. "This project is delivered under our Community Benefits Agreement and will ensure local workers are employed and that communities will benefit." Provincial construction sites have protocols and policies in place following the requirements of the provincial health officer to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. These will include reducing in-person meetings or gatherings, holding meetings outdoors and ensuring physical distancing of workers throughout the work day. These measures, along with other work protocols, such as daily cleaning and sanitizing of common areas and surfaces, will help ensure worker and public safety. "As we deliver this project that will keep people and goods moving safely and efficiently, we continue to make working in a safe environment to prevent the spread of COVID-19 our priority," Trevena said.
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Along with widening 2.2 kilometres of Highway 1 to four lanes with concrete median barrier, work on this segment of the Salmon Arm West project will include: • replacement of the Salmon River Bridge; • construction of an interchange with frontage road connections at 1st Avenue SW; • construction of frontage roads to consolidate access to and from Highway 1; and • a multi-use pathway for pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorized users. "The City of Salmon Arm is pleased to see the TCH Salmon Arm West project move forward," said Kevin Flynn, deputy mayor of Salmon Arm. "These improvements will provide increased safety and mobility as well as upgraded access for adjacent businesses. This project will also result in the much anticipated new bridge over the Salmon River. This project will greatly benefit Salmon Arm and the many individuals that travel the highway." The project is being delivered under the Province's Community Benefits Agreement, which prioritizes hiring local workers, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities and other under-represented groups who are qualified to do the work, in a safe, welcoming work environment. This project will help diversify and grow B.C.'s skilled workforce by providing opportunities for Red Seal apprentices to work on site and gain the experience they need to launch careers in the trades. "The Trans-Canada Highway corridor through Salmon Arm is critical to the economies of both B.C. and Canada," said Kelly Scott, president, BC Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association. "By increasing its capacity and improving safety, we are seeing an investment in our future that will ensure a safe and efficient movement of people and goods. This project is also supporting good paying jobs and training opportunities for the community." Learn More: For guidance to construction sites operating during COVID19, visit: http://ow.ly/P7WS50z8hNT Highway 1 four-laning program: http://www.bchwy1.ca/ Job opportunities for the Salmon Arm West four-laning project: https://www.bcib.ca/
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Support Local BC Campaign Now Up and Running By Karen Brown In collaboration with Shuswap Economic Development and Salmon Arm Economic Development, the South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce is encouraging businesses who sell products or services in the Shuswap to become part of a robust shop local campaign. A Support Local BC landing page has been created on the Chamber’s website to facilitate a simple and convenient sign-up for business owners. Consumers can visit the Support Local BC Site, browse by region and purchase gift cards to support the businesses within that region. Gift cards are available in various denominations from $10 up to $100. Businesses receive the full value of the gift card with zero fees and limited administration. Businesses do not need to purchase their own gift cards. Online purchases are administered through the Salmon Arm Eco-
nomic Development Society; each business owner receives a monthly report along with their sales proceeds. To take part, businesses are encouraged to register online at SupportLocalBC.com June Virtual Town Hall Series to Continue In May, the Chamber hosted a Friday morning Virtual Town Hall over Coffee with various community leaders. Due to its high level of participation and engagement, the Chamber will be continuing the series into June. Please register to attend these Virtual Town Halls by visiting southshuswapchamber.com. You will need Zoom downloaded to your device to participate. June Town Hall Schedule: • Friday June 12 – 9:30 am: Member of Parliament Mel Arnold • Friday June 19 – 9:30 am: CSRD Area C Director Paul Demenok • Friday June 26 – 1:00 pm: Member Legislative Assembly Greg Kyllo Job Board Created The South Shuswap Chamber has cre-
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ated a Job Board on its website to bring together, businesses and potential team members. If you are a business owner looking for staff or if you are a resident of the Shuswap looking for work, please visit: southshuswapchamber.com Chamber Welcomes New Members The South Shuswap is pleased to report the addition of 15 new businesses to its membership this first quarter: Realtor Angela Inglis, Copper Island Cannabis Co, Elite Epoxy Coating, Erna Stassen Consulting, Exteriorize Design, Aria MediSpa & Hair Salon, John’s Pampered Pets, Love is Blind Bay Gifts, Meister Electric Ltd., Okanagan College, Small Town Heating & Cooling, Sotheby’s Realty Darla Miller, Vintage Revisited, White Post Auto Museum & Woodland Cabins. Each of these new members adds to the diversity and strength of our membership so welcome! To become a member of the South Shuswap Chamber please complete the online registration form at: southshuswapchamber.com
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MLA Kyllo Offers Provincial View for Business By Barbra Fairclough Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo outlined business support opportunities in an update during a South Shuswap Chamber virtual townhall meeting on May 15. Kyllo highlighted that personal income tax is a primary source of revenue for the province and with the current 20 percent unemployment, he estimates the impact to the government bottom line to be in the neighbourhood of $5-10 billion, which will represent some real challenges moving forward. He also pointed out the Premier’s Covid Economic Recovery Task Force does not have any representation from the Interior or any direct representation from the Tourism Sector. The concern heard from business owners about the business property tax reduction, he said, is that most small businesses do not own their own establishment but are rather in a landlord lessee relationship, so the reduction will flow directly to the property owner. Kyllo stated he has not yet seen a business receive an actual lease reduction. With taxes not due until October 1st there is a delay in when this benefit can be realized. Kyllo noted the Work Safe BC $3 billion surplus could be put back into the hands of businesses to assist them immediately to pay for installation of plexiglass or purchasing of PPE. “I think it’s something the government can definitely look at to have the opportunity for those funds to flow back to assist businesses in one of the worst economic crisis we have had in over a hundred years.” This was one of three virtual town hall meetings with community leaders put on by the South Shuswap Chamber. MP Mel Arnold and Area C Director Paul Demenok were also featured guests in the series. Each guest gave a small presentation and took questions from those who attended. If you are interested in finding out about possible future virtual town hall meetings, contact the chamber at 250 515 3276. Questions for Greg Kyllo to greg.kyllo.mla@leg.bc.ca or phone 250 833 7414.
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Trails Strategy Review - What They Heard By Jo Anne Malpass In 2019, the Provincial Trails Advisory Body (PTAB), together with Recreation Sites and Trails B.C., began a formal review of the Trails Strategy for B.C. to ensure its continued relevance and importance to recreationists, communities, First Nations, tourism proponents and the province as a whole. Adopted in 2013, the Trails Strategy for B.C. is a call to action that invites all British Columbians to join in supporting and developing a sustainable network of trails throughout the province. The Trails Strategy for B.C. is managed by the PTAB and is a collaboration of provincial agencies, recreation organizations, local governments, land users, First Nations, and others from across the province. After a detailed look at available academic literature and publications documenting the importance of trails to reconciliation, health, mental health, tourism and economic development, key stakeholders from the outdoor recreation sector and government were engaged. A public engagement survey launched January 13, 2020 and was open until February 28. Staff from the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development have also been engaging directly with First Nations. A survey results report was released at the end of April. There were 5,921 responses from British Columbians across the province and across all age demographics. Of all respondents, 55 percent were members of a trail club or outdoor association, 50% used trails more than 50 times a year. “We heard that people use trails for a variety of reasons with the top three being: 1. Social connections, 2. Fitness 3. Pleasure.”
People would like to see more inclusion of the following topics in the Trails Strategy: •Further emphasis on environmental stewardship and clear language regarding protection of sensitive ecosystems and wildlife. •Improving access to trails (regarding resource roads). •The development of single use trails to reduce conflicts. •Financial support and sustainable funding for trail maintenance. What are the challenges and opportunities for the trail system in B.C.? “We heard that the most important benefits of the trail systems in BC are to increase the physical and mental well-being of users and enhance quality of life along with community cohesion. In addition, it is important that the trail system improves environmental awareness and facilitate education opportunities.” Challenges being faced by the trail system in B.C. at this time are a lack of funding to maintain trails, conflicts between different trail users, lack of proper trail use and etiquette, and over-usage. Reducing impacts to water, wildlife, soils and other environmental factors should also be a priority. British Columbians believe there is a need for greater collaboration between associations and clubs. Trail planning should bring all relevant stakeholders together including provincial, local governments, industry, landowners, First Nations, environmental organizations and tourism organizations. For financial sustainability, respondents were most in agreement with donating to a non-government fund for the purpose of supporting trail building and maintenance. Similarly, people were somewhat supportive of contributing to a fund created for recreation like the BC Parks Park Enhancement Fund or the Off-Road Vehicle Trail Fund.
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“We have heard that trails are important to British Columbian’s across the province for their benefits to health and mental health and for connections with nature. We recognize that trail users care deeply for the environment and want all types of trail users to be able to enjoy the outdoors.” The next step in this engagement process includes a survey of local government representatives and interviews with several key provincial organizations. The Provincial Trails Advisory Body will meet in the fall of 2020 to consider all engagement findings and develop an implementation strategy.
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Shuswap Organizations Issue Reminders For Safe Boating and Water Play The SWC also wants everyone to be Rescue Station 106 Shuswap (RCMSAR) are reminding everyone on informed about drowning prevention. “A June 6th marked the start of the An- the lakes and rivers to play safe and be lot of people don’t realize that drowning nual Water Safety Week in Canada, and prepared for every outing on the water. happens silently,” explains Vieira. “A the Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) “The number one tip is to wear a life- swimmer in distress can’t call out for and Royal Canadian Marine Search And jacket or personal flotation device every help - they are putting all their energy into staying afloat.” time you go out on the water,” says According to a poll done by the CaErin Vieira, the SWC’s program mannadian Red Cross in 2013, half of the ager. “We sometimes think we’re immune to accidents, but we’re not. When parents surveyed believe they can effectively supervise children by simply lisan accident happens, your lifejacket tening for signs of trouble. Since drownbuys you time to be rescued.” There are 14 lifejacket loaner stations ing is silent, listening is not an effective form of supervision. Research by the around the Shuswap, equipped with Red Cross indicates that the abchild-sized lifejackets that can be borsence of effective adult supervirowed for free on a first-come, firstsion is a factor in 75% of faserved honour system. The lifejacktalities by drowning for ets are provided by the RCMSAR children under the age of and several community sponsors. 10. “Kids don’t float, but life“Caregivers need to give jackets do,” adds Fred their undivided attention Banham, Station to young or novice swimLeader for RCMmers. Don’t be distracted SAR Station 106 by your phone or a book. Shuswap. “We And, swimming with a want all children to buddy is always a better be safe while boatidea than swimming alone,” ing or swimming in the Vieira urges. lakes, and if a child needs a “Our Station and comlifejacket they’re there to bormunity volunteers are dedrow. All we ask is they be returned for another No Lifejacket? You can borrow icated to saving lives on one for a child free of charge from the water when our serchild to use.” Kids Don’t Float PFD Loaner StaJust as important as tions provided by the Royal Cana- vices are needed,” says lifejackets is having a dian Marine Search & Rescue Banham. “But equally Station 106 Shuswap important to our team, we sober captain, Vieira http://rcmsar106.ca/ encourage boaters to pracadds. Boating under tice safe operations and the influence of alcoprocedures while on the lakes. We have hol or recreational drugs is illegal. lots of advice and tips on our website.” Vieira points out that data from the Canadian Red Cross indicates that alco- http://rcmsar106.ca/ hol is a factor in 41% of boating-related fatalities.
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Shuswap Watershed Council Launches Strategic Plan More News and Notes from CSRD Area C Director
By Paul Demenok The five-year Strategic Plan for the Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) is now available on our website at www.shuswapwater.ca. The Plan is based on 4 goals and for each goal a number of specific objectives are noted, as follows: Goal 1. Water quality is maintained and improved in the Shuswap for the benefits of a healthy ecosystem, a thriving economy and a desirable lifestyle for residents. Objectives to support achievement of this goal include coordinating a comprehensive and efficient water quality monitoring program, protecting water quality through on-the-ground projects, supporting the protection and restoration of wetlands, considering climate change impacts on water quality, and helping to keep the Shuswap free of invasive species such as zebra and quagga mussels. Goal 2. That the SWC is the trusted go-to source for water quality information. Objectives to support this goal include reporting on water quality to our community, communicating about water quality and watersheds, and enabling public access to water quality data. Goal 3. That people in the Shuswap practice safe waterbased recreation. Objectives to achieve this goal are to inform residents and visitors about safety risks, and that essential safety equipment is made readily available. Goal 4. That the SWC is a well-governed, transparent and collaborative organization. We will achieve this goal by abiding by a terms of reference and statement of principles, we complement government agencies and avoid duplication, we collaborate with other organizations with similar goals and interests, we advocate to all orders of government as necessary and we partner with funders and leverage our funding. To appreciate this strategic plan, it’s important to note where we’ve come from, and where we’re going. Going back to the days of SLIPP, we have conducted several studies to define the greatest risk to our watershed as being the deposition of nutrients such as phosphorous. At the same time, we employed good science to investigate a number of potential concerns such as houseboat sewage disposal, Salmon Arm’s liquid waste management plant, and nonylphenols, and concluded that these issues posed only minimal risks by comparison. Prior to SLIPP and the SWC, we saw that there were 16 or 17 different agencies, including the CSRD, all conducting ongoing water quality assessments, working in their silos and not communicating or sharing information. By utilizing an integrative approach we have greatly enhanced information quality while reducing duplication of efforts and costs. Along the way, we have developed outstanding relationships
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with representatives from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Agriculture, and we have employed a fully collaborative approach involving Thompson Nicola Regional District, City of Salmon Arm, District of Sicamous, Regional District of North Okanagan and the CSRD. Representatives from all these jurisdictions sit on the SWC Board, collaborate, share information and make decisions to help achieve the goals as defined above. This type of integrative approach is being employed by an increasing number of other jurisdictions in BC, and is widely recognized by authorities as the best way to manage water and watersheds. We still have much to achieve. The nutrient research conducted with UBC-Okanagan showed that over 100,000 kg of phosphorous is deposited annually into our lake. Phosphorous deposition leads to the dangerous blue-green algae blooms we have seen in our lake. Over the next 5 years we intend to tackle this problem and reduce this pollution, while keeping expenditures at current levels. It’s important to do so since our watershed is our drinking water reservoir. It’s also a critical economic driver for our region as the recreational opportunities in our watershed are second to none. The other major concern is invasive species. If Shuswap Lake was to be infested by zebra and quagga mussels the estimated costs to this community would exceed $40 million. With piles of razor-sharp mussel shells along our beaches, as we see in eastern Canada, our enjoyment of the lake would be significantly compromised. We need to ensure that appropriate cleandrain-dry procedures are followed, and that all vessels and planes coming in from other areas are inspected before they enter our watershed. The SWC has strongly advocated to the province and the federal government on this issue, and we support the Columbia-Shuswap Invasive Species Society in their efforts to educate and inform. Let’s all remember that without a clean lake, our lives would be very different.
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Eagle Bay Fire Department By Nigel Collett I hope everyone and their families are safe and healthy. My wife has cut my hair twice now during the pandemic and I realised I have saved $50 not going to the barber. We agreed I would pay my wife what I felt the haircut was worth and I still have $50 in my pocket. David I will be back for a haircut soon! It’s been a quiet time at the Eagle Bay Fire Department which is a good thing. One callout in May to wires down was an obvious reminder that felling trees close to a power line is a clear and present danger! It was my third callout to date and a ready opportunity to exercise COVID-19 protocols that have been put in place to protect first responders and the public. The rookie was also able to gain more confidence in using the radio to communicate and follow standard operating
procedures. Wires down is one of the more common reasons the pager goes off and inevitably this means taking care of the situation. This partly includes traffic control until BC Hydro and their crew arrive. Having taken a traffic control training course at the White Lake Fire Hall some months ago I feel well equipped and confident but practice makes perfect. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) is an international non-profit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. It has a website and some pretty extensive resources for firefighters. While I am waiting for practices and courses to restart, I have been working my way through an online course on how to deal with an incident involving an Alternative Fuel Vehicle i.e. hybrid or electric. In this day
and age, it’s essential to continue learning new skills because so much can and does change in our world. It’s been great to augment the 90min online training sessions (this week on ladders) that the CSRD Fire Services provides with some interesting new information. Eagle Bay Fire Department welcomes anyone who would like more information – please contact Alan Rendell 250-5170429. He will be happy to answer any questions. Practice will be on Tuesday evenings at 7pm when it is safe to hold them again. All equipment and training is provided. You can keep up to date on lots of fire related and fire department news on our ‘Eagle Bay Fire Department’ Facebook page. If you don’t follow us on Facebook we also share on Instagram. Look to some of our other channels to see the first in a series of profiles of some of the firefighters at the Eagle Bay Fire Department – this month it is Cathy Maralia who is a great example of how your local volunteer Firefighters share a common goal of supporting and giving back to the community that they live in.
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Sorrento Centre ‘Delicious’ Emergency Meal Program By Michael Shapcott In the last couple of months, the Sorrento Centre has converted our commercial kitchen into emergency mode – we have safely prepared and properly delivered 3,566 tasty and nutritious, individually packaged meals, as of the end of May, to people who are hungry in our region. Every day, about 100 dinners, breakfasts and lunches are going into the community. Sadly, deep and persistent hunger didn’t emerge with COVID-19 in March. Local food banks and other emergency food programs were doing a brisk business before the public health emergency was declared. But the hunger issues got a lot more complex with the onset of the pandemic. An emergency coalition of social agencies in the Shuswap – more than 50 organizations along with public health and provincial government – has been meeting weekly since March. Six working groups, including food, were established early on to take practical action on behalf of the people of the Shuswap. The Sorrento Centre feeds dozens, sometimes hundreds, of people during our busy seasons. Since March, we have been forced to cancel more than 40 events with more than 2,000 guests. We have been using the ‘pause’ in our activities to catch up on necessary projects around our main campus and natural farm, and also to plan for a gradual re-opening (we call our restart plan: safe, slow and small).
sistant Cook Jesse freshly prepare the meals seven days a week, and our Maintenance Manager Kevin safely delivers the meals. BC Housing and the BC government is supporting this work during the course of the pandemic - thank you to our provincial government! Agencies including the Salvation Army and CMHA Shuswap have identified people who are going hungry. Even the Sorrento PetroCanada station has offered a helping hand by providing two free tankfuls of gas for delivery. Thank you to everyone who has joined together in this amazing demonstration of how a community working together can achieve good things! Feeding people who are hungry during a pandemic is very important and necessary. We also need to work towards adequate and nutritious food for all - genuine food security over the long term. The Sorrento Centre is pleased to be working with a new group of people and agencies in our region on food seFrom a recent dinner - pork tenderloin and curity. We think that one key task is to potatoes and veg! convert emergency meal programs into long-term food security. We’ve also been finding ways to be a For more information on the emergood neighbour. And that’s where the gency meal program, or to learn about emergency meal program comes in. Our our plans for a gradual re-opening of the meals are safely prepared in our certified Sorrento Centre in the summer of 2020, commercial kitchen and individually please contact Executive Director Mipackaged in reheatable containers chael Shapcott at 250-675-2421, x102, (breakfasts, lunches and dinners). Our or by email at michael@sorrentoFood Services Manager Karrie and Ascentre.bc.ca
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Family court Modernizes rules to help families, children
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BC Gov News Release An order-in-council published Monday, June 1, 2020, will repeal and replace the provincial court family rules and improve how British Columbia families can resolve their legal issues in family court. The new family court rules come into force in May 2021. These rules include modernized court processes recognizing electronic communication, enabling electronic filing and giving judges more flexibility in determining the best use of court time. Some of these changes are particularly relevant in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. These rules focus on early resolution of family law cases, a new approach to case management including family management conferences, streamlined court processes and new forms that are easier to use and understand. The changes are aimed at enhancing the ability of the provincial court to resolve family disputes more efficiently and effectively, while creating a better experience for families resolving their legal disputes. Early resolution of family disputes keeps the focus on the best interests of children and families. The new rules will introduce a process that will be implemented by registry to enable mandatory assessment, including early screening for family violence. Assessments will also
include determining suitability for dispute resolution and other referrals. The emphasis on early resolution services through assessment, referral, education and in some cases, mediation, will help families resolve their disputes in a more sustainable and holistic way. The case management and court process changes are aimed at making things easier for users with a more streamlined and managed court process. New court forms have been redesigned to use plain language and a conversational, question-and-answer approach that will be easier for court users to use and understand. The new forms will help people tell their story, especially those who are representing themselves in court. The new provincial court family rules follow a public consultation held in 2019 and have been developed through collaboration between the Ministry of Attorney General, the Provincial Court of B.C., members of the bar and a community advocate. Some parts of the rules will apply in certain registries that can be expanded as resources are available. Learn More: For more information about the order and the new provincial court family rules, visit: http://www.bclaws.ca/ civix/document/id/oic/ oic_cur/0287_2020
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Eagle BayPlanning Underway for the Annual General Meeting
Submitted by Cathy Wolf With current health measures continuing across British Columbia, no date has been set for the Eagle Bay Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2020. There has been approval by the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General for organizations to hold virtual AGMs and, while face-to-face meetings are much preferred, there may be upcoming opportunities to hold our AGM this summer using a combination of face-toface and virtual meetings that honour current health requirements. Information regarding the Eagle Bay AGM will be made available at least two weeks in advance of the meeting to all members. There are two types of membership, a single membership (at a cost of $10.00) that allows members present or registered to have one vote and, family memberships (at a cost of $20.00) that entitles two resident family members, each over the age of 18, to vote. There are a number of motions that will be presented at the AGM this year and we urge all residents, whether full-time or summer residents of the area, to purchase a membership at the Mercantile Store or mail in the membership form found on our webpage. Decisions regarding the purchase of additional land for the community as well as decisions regarding registering for charitable status and agency status for the Community Association will need to be made. Both capital and operating budgets will be presented for approval. Updates regarding our Revitalization Project will be given and, of course, there will be opportunities to elect directors to the Board. Please consider this your invitation to participate. While current restrictions continue, the Board of Directors have also made the decision to cancel Eagle Bay Day this year. We know that it is a great opportunity to get together with friends and neighbours as well as take advantage of great bargains at the book sale and white elephant sale while enjoying a pancake breakfast. Directors felt it was important to let folks know early, before they started gathering their contributions to the event or planning activities around the day. Events such as the Hamsters Dinner Theatre and the Harvest Supper are currently on hold with updates provided as soon as information is available. Regarding groups meetings weekly at the hall, further information is being gathered pertaining to best practice for small/ club/group meetings. Cleaning practices need to be articulated for each group as well. Draft guidelines will be presented to the Board at their next meeting, June 10, and information from all club/group leaders will be added to the discussion. It is hoped that meetings can resume once these safety and health guidelines have been developed and approved.
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CSRD postpones Sorrento-Blind Bay incorporation process
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CSRD Media Release The pause button is being pushed on the Sorrento-Blind Bay Incorporation Study process due to restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will be putting the process on hold at this time, pending changes in the Province's COVID-19 health policy which would allow for a robust and interactive public process on the possibility of incorporation. The purpose of the Incorporation Study is to provide the electors in the area with information on the implications of Sorrento and Blind Bay incorporating into its own municipality, with its own local government. The study is contrasting the incorporation option with the alternative option − dividing the current Electoral Area C into two separate Electoral Areas of the CSRD. The study is currently in the research phase, where information on how incorporation, or the division into two Electoral Areas, would affect the services currently provided by the CSRD is being gathered and reviewed by the committee. A decision on incorporation would have to get the approval of the electorate through a referendum before any
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change could be made. Any incorporation process is firmly rooted in the need for input, engagement and feedback from the affected residents in order to develop the best options for public decision-making. Due to the fact that gatherings of more than 50 people are restricted and the need for physical distancing measures are essential, conducting public meetings, open house events and other information sessions is extremely difficult. Incorporation Committee meetings had begun in the area, with the last wellattended meeting taking place in Blind Bay on February 12, 2020. Since then, public meetings have been cancelled due to health orders. No date has been set for the resumption of the process, as this will be dictated by Provincial health policy. Once this happens, the study process will pick up again where it left off and a new timeline will be developed. Electoral Area C residents may still view the most up-to-date information on the study process on the CSRD website. This includes a Frequently Asked Questions page with the ability for residents to continue to submit their questions online.
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Tsuts'weye Women to Watch Featuring Jody Shakespeare By Jenna Robins, Trilogy Solutions want to chase, and we’ve mapped out a pretty comprehensive Connection is the name of the game for Jody Shakespeare. strategic roadmap. We definitely want the Tapped experience to Bringing people together over good conversation, getting to be more widely available!” know her clients and vendors, and providing each person with a Jody and her husband (along with the boss of the house, crisp, cold beer in their hand are the things that motivates Jody’s their Bernese Mountain Dog, Maddie) may brew their own beer business, Tapped Events. at home, but it isn’t served through the company -- they just With the desire to provide beer and cider on tap at any size enjoy it with their family and friends in their personal time. event, Jody and her husband, Rob, created a mobile tap While it is a common misconception that Tapped bar business, which offers a fleet of three options to Events brews and serves their own beer, instead her clients: The Tapped Truck, The Tapped Trailer, they tap up to 10 types of beer at a time from popand The Tapped Trolley. Each rental boasts a fully ular brands or local craft breweries. But the comstocked mobile bar with chilled drinks on tap that pany also offers more than just beer: it can serve can go wherever the party is, delivering not only ciders, kombucha, craft soda, and even craft cold beverages but a memorable experience for cocktails on tap. There are many products readiguests too. ly available in kegs so that she is not limited to Creating Tapped Events, which initially started only serving beer, although it is her first love. as The Tapped Truck but has evolved as the fleet and Jody’s easy going personality naturally draws service offering has expanded, has been a labour of people to her, and, combined with her passion for love for Jody. She saw an opportunity to fill a gap in Jody Shakespeare owns and slingin’ suds and connecting with other people, she event options, serving events from food truck festieffortlessly creates a sense of community wherever operates Tapped Events with her husband Rob vals to weddings to small get-togethers, and she she goes. She is always open to meeting new peoknew she could provide a rare opportunity that ple and thrives on drawing out the unique greatwould not only serve chilled beverages on tap, but would also ness that she knows each person has to offer. After all, what get people talking. better way is there to tap into conversation than with a cold beer “My favourite thing about Tapped Events is how easy it is to in your hand? connect with people over it: it’s the ultimate ice breaker,” Jody Learn more about Tsuts'weye Women's Entrepreneur and explained. “People are always curious to chat about a beer Innovation Network at www.tsutweye.ca. truck, and always have a story to share about a truck that they’ve had in their life. It’s pretty awesome!” She has a vast and diverse network of influencers whom she has learned from over the years, each offering experienced advice or support for her at different stages of her working career. One mentor in particular, a Managing Director based out of Calgary, has been the most influential, constantly empowering her to embrace her strengths and think bigger, while also offering sage advice and challenging her to look at problems from multiple perspectives. This sounding board, combined with the advice of her other industry connections, has helped her refine her approach and vision for what has ultimately become a unique and wildly successful company. “We are always looking at what growth opportunities we
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Local Parks Open for Local Fun By Barbra Fairclough Most recreation areas on the South Shuswap are open for use by residents; users are asked to be respectful of distancing measures, especially when more people may want to use these amenities. Sorrento Blind Bay Water Spray Park opened May 15th as the Boil Water Notice was lifted. The park is open 9 am to 8pm. White Lake John Evdokimoff Community Bike Park and Mt. Tuam Community Bike Park are both open for riding fun. Playground equipment at all Columbia Shuswap Regional District parks are open as of June 8th. Signage will offer information about playground use. CSRD advises park users to bring their own sanitizing kits as high contact surfaces will not be sanitized. This includes picnic tables and benches. Many parks and trails do not have hand washing facilities on site. High water conditions on Shuswap and Mara Lakes, has necessitated the closure of some CSRD parks including the lakefront portion of Shannon Beach in Eagle Bay, Sandy Beach in Blind Bay, Oxford Road Lake Access in Swansea Point and Wharf Road Community Park in Scotch Creek. Citizens are asked to respect the closures
and keep away from high water areas. With high water affecting many areas of the Shuswap, please remember to stay well back from creek banks and use common sense around high water. Children and pets need to be closely monitored around these areas, so always keep them within arm’s reach. Provincial parks are open again as of May 14. BC residents are getting camping preference and not all facilities and services may be operational due to public health and safety concerns. Margaret Falls trail in Herald Provincial Park is open now after its second recent closure this winter and following extensive rehabilitation and rebuilding of the trail over the past 2.5 years. The boat launch, day use area and campground are open. Playground will remain closed. BC Parks near you go to www.bcparks.ca. BC Parks open for day use. http://bcparks.ca/covid19/parks-affected/ To find description of South Shuswap local community parks go to https:// www.csrd.bc.ca/services/parks -recreation/parks-listing For up to date reliable information on CSRD parks and recreational services go to CSRD’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram pages.
Sorrento Blind Bay Park is located at 2670 Davidson Rd. Sorrento Scoop staff photo
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Sorrento Farmers’ Market Vendor Highlights - By Jerre Paquette Come for The Freshness, Stay For The Fun!!!
Angle Acres: Eileen Legault & Jerry Johnson Angel Acres (named after a favourite pet Rottweiler) started from Jerry and Eileen’s dream to have a sustainable farm where they could raise and sell healthy stress-free pork and poultry to those wanting both flavour and quality nutrition. They met while working at the Mt. Milligan mine north of Fort St. James B.C. Eileen Legault and her animal family where their focus was what was under the earth. They mar- duced for your consumption. It ried, and promptly adopted a is their belief that stress can be growing passion for what lived noticed in the taste of meat, so on the earth, abandoning min- Angel Acres ensures that the ing for farming. feed supplied to the animals is From the outset, they of the best quality with no adshared their love for one anoth- ditives or filler. Accordingly, er with Sadie the pig (a rescue the animals grow healthy and pig who loves getting her back strong. The other belief they have scratched), their Rottweilers, at Angel Acres is that no aniand their chickens and cows. All the animals on the farm are mal grows healthy living in a well cared for and treated more pen, so everyone is "free like pets than livestock, ensur- range,” including Jerry, letting ing some very good meat pro- the pigs get dirty and the chickens chase bugs like they were meant to do, and Jerry gets some cool tools to use whenever he wants. Situated in beautiful Enderby, Angel Acres has become a regular at all the area markets where Eileen always greets you with a smile and delicious, reasonably -priced sausage, bacon, pepperoni, brats, garlic rings and kielbasa (spicy Polish sausage). Jerry Johnson and friends
Forest & Food Fixations: Amanda Kilborn Amanda is now (and for now) fixated on baking and selling great bread. But that was not always her fixation. She started out running a baking division in a Toronto restaurant where her association with the resident chef helped her learn an awful lot about food. Her specialty then was pastries, and she learned that one of the differences between cooking and baking was the matter of having to really know the rules of the art and breaking them at your own expense. Chefs tend to love the freedom of inventing, but bread-makers thrive on getting things as exactly right as possible. And that’s not so easy or predictable. Amanda invents, too, though—she is always coming up with a crust design (the aesthetic is important), or a blending of nutritional additions with the varied flours she employs, or a loaf shape that suits the varied needs of her consumers. She was not always so committed to pastries and breads—at one point in her life, she “ran away” to join her sister in her hunt for wild mushrooms, many of which she has made available at the Saturday market. That alone speaks of her sense of adventure, curiosity, and determina-
tion to learn. Amanda is in her second year among us here, so she’s still learning just who her customers are—which gives us all an opportunity to sway her wonderful skills our way! And that exercises, challenges, her sense of commitment to experimentation and baking adventure. So don’t be shy about making suggestions:
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She’s up to it! Where chefs typically get to be a bit cavalier with their creations, the bread maker has to work between and among the complex rules—which means we should all take our time tasting her breads to discover the subtle flavours and texture surprises her creations offer.
Visit Amanda’s and Eileen & Jerry’s kiosks Saturday Mornings – 8 a.m. to Noon until October 10 at Sorrento Shoppers Plaza, 1240 Trans-Canada Highway.
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Locum Physicians Scheduled for July and August By Marilyn Clark The Sorrento & Area Community Health Centre will once again host locum physicians for our normally busy summer months. These physicians will be able to provide same-day care to visitors and residents of the South and North Shuswap from July 6 to August 20. Last year we experimented with providing walk-in care at the Health Centre which is normally staffed with a fulltime Nurse Practitioner. NP Theresa Walters has 1000 rostered patients so cannot provide care to those who drop by. COVID-19 has altered our expectations for the summer since we made the arrangements with the Rural Locum Program. It may be that rather than having a "Walk-In" clinic, those seeking care may have to call in by phone prior to "walking -in" and may even have to wait outside in their car until our staff can call to advise them to come in. We will be posting on our Facebook Page (Sorrento & Area Community Health Centre) and our Website (www.sorrentohealthcentre.com) whatever our procedures are when they
are defined. If you are not already a follower-of our Facebook page, please consider doing that so you are always up-to-date on our activities. We have two physicians scheduled to provide care from July 6 to August 20, 9 am to noon; 1 pm to 4. Their schedule is as follows: • July 6 – July 17 – Dr. Terry Clare • July 20 – August 7 – Dr. John Barclay • August 10 – August 20 – Dr. Terry Clare returns Dr. Clare hails from Kamloops (formerly from a family practice in Barriere) and is a return visitor and Dr. Barclay has recently retired from a busy practice in Delta, BC. Feel free to take advantage of the care these physicians will be here to provide and make them feel welcome and learn what a fabulous part of the world the Shuswap is. We are located at #1 -1250 Trans Canada Highway above Munro's IDA Pharmacy with access from the rear laneway. The Centre can be reached at 250 8035251.
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Community Care Creativity Collaboration - Working together towards wellness. South Shuswap Health Services #10 – 2417 Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay
By Sandra Reutlinger These are some words that define these past months. Yes, there is a flip side with some not so positive words as well but there are times in this life when we don't get one without the other. Let's focus in on what relates to us in our communities. Living in this beautiful rural area means that we have many communities somewhat spread apart yet we all identify as living in the South Shuswap. We have community halls, parks, clubs and groups and neighbourhoods and in the good old days there was music at the Hall Crawls and lots of other social events that brought us together. Now, we've learned about Zoom Rooms and how to stay connected online. What's been really great is seeing how our different communities have come together in creative ways to care for one another. Neighbours helping neighbours and strangers offering to help, however needed. People rose to the challenges presented and got busy showing care in tangible ways. This too, has helped us feel connected. Collaboration resulted from the need for and desire to care and connect. Community groups, nonprofits, businesses and government agencies all joined together online to hold strategy sessions. Planning and putting together best practises help make sure no one falls through the cracks so care can be administered safely and effectively. Working together, these groups are using their expertise and areas of influence to work towards the goal of creating and sustaining healthy communities. Copper Island Health and Wellness Centre in the Blind Bay Country Market
Mall was formed as a volunteer run organization for just such a purpose. We value innovation and are determined to bring health care here, close to our homes. We want to continue to create and maintain community wellbeing. This is why we are looking ahead to a future which includes expanded allied health services. The Walk in Clinic is operating every Saturday, the Mobile Lab is twice weekly, Foot Care services are now expanded, and we are hoping to have an Acupuncture Clinic opening in the summer. Since we are not run by Interior Health, all of our funding comes through community support and when you choose to use our local services, it helps to make the dream of an expanded health care facility closer to reality. We are excited to be participating in the Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program together with the Sorrento Village Farmer's Market to provide food coupons to eligible participants. This healthy eating initiative supports our community members and strengthens food security. Good nutrition with fresh, non-processed food is an important step in our health and wellbeing and the friendly check in each week helps keep us connected. If you know of a low-income senior, families who are struggling or anyone at risk, please contact us to help co-ordinate resources. The Centre is open every Tuesday and Thursday 8:002:00 and Saturday's 9:00-1:00 for the Walk in Clinic. Email (www.sshss.ca) or call: 250675-3661. Our Instagram and Facebook pages will be featuring summer health and wellness information and tips.
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Student Fun Year End Celebrations By Barbra Fairclough This year, area schools are reimagining year end celebrations in unique and fun new ways in response to pandemic conditions. Sorrento Elementary School is busy planning a car parade celebration on June 18. This is a farewell to grade five students who are moving on to middle school. The school will be hosting a drive-in
parade where students will receive a hoody with a special message for each student and a helium balloon. As well, families can create their own memory of the special day at a photobooth station. The photos will then be mailed to the students. Students will also receive a certificate and a flash drive with a slideshow of pictures for each student, that shows their growth over the school years.
Festivities start at the school at 11:00 am. Principal Jodi Garries and all the PAC volunteers are excited about these new and different plans and hope the students and their families will be too. Salmon Arm High School Grads will be having a grad ceremony. With the recent announcement of ‘BC’s Restart Plan: Next steps to move BC through the pandemic’, the school now feels it can have a grad where parents and guardians can be present during the filming of the crossing of the stage. Grads and their families will do an individual filming of the ‘Crossing the Stage’. These will be filmed and assembled into a complete video graduation ceremony. A Digital Graduation Ceremony will be online for students and their families and friends to watch together online Friday, June 26 at 7pm. This digital ceremony will include speeches from dignitaries and valedictorians, as well as the traditional procession of graduates crossing the stage. Carlin Middle School is both an elementary and a middle school with kindergarten through grade 8. In conversation with Principal Shane Corston, he says that after the first day back on June 1, the teachers having seen each other for the first time in a while, are planning end of year acknowledgement of the grade 8 students. Corston says they will miss their amazing grade 8’s. Students, parents and guardians all usually celebrate with a dessert and dance including speeches. This year being ‘not’ usual, the staff are planning an acknowledgement for the students that is appropriate for the time we find ourselves in. Stay tuned for upcoming plans!
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We Moved to Paradise Covid-19 Won’t Change That By Jerre Paquette use that more often. Barb and Ron Lane arrived in From Ron’s and Barb’s perspective, Blind Bay just over five years ago and Covid-19 has enabled them to focus situated right at the edge of the Shustheir personal lives like never before. wap Lake Estates golf course. They Their yard gets more care and attention love their home, are exuberant about than it would have had socializing been the community, marvel at all there is readily available; and with no industries to do, and they know how to live the anywhere near their community and a good life—as the photo provided by minimal amount of automobile traffic, Colleen Kohlman clearly reveals. fresh air is guaranteed available at the They appreciate, though, that they opening of their windows and doors. have to work at realizing that good It seemed a natural to them that beelife, so are complying with the Covidkeeping would be an option for them, 19 rules and guidelines right to the too. They planned to receive their new ’T’, so to speak. As a result, they are bees and hives in May from Buckerfinding the pandemic, inarguably a fields in Salmon Arm and spend their life threat, is actually helping them time together with thousands of honeyrefine their lives. Barb and Ron Lane spreading Easter celebration makers. Photo by Colleen Kohlman On Easter Sunday, for example, “We feel good,” they both exclaim. knowing they couldn’t throw or join “We’ve done the right thing moving an Easter party, they determined to simply spread the celebration here, and we’re doing all we can to protect ourselves and support of rebirth by driving, alone, to as many neighbours’ homes as others. We’ve noted that our neighbours are doing that too—bet they could and wish the inhabitants a Happy Easter—of course, there’s no coronavirus here!” They’ve also taken note of how they stayed well beyond the six foot distancing rule, and conlocal businesses, including auto dealers and grocery stores in versed happily in slightly louder voices. Their smiles and expres- Blind Bay and Salmon Arm welcome you in the safest possible sions of joy made the requisite distance seem intimate. of ways, with “everything mapped out” to help you and themThey are no strangers to the need for a positive outlook and selves stay safe. “Yup, we live in a great community: We moved supportive engagement with others. Before retirement, Ron was to paradise.” Director of Pharmacy at the Calgary Co-op for over 11 years, and Barb (with a degree in education from the University of Saskatchewan) was a dedicated and passionate teacher. Both were Carmeliza Hurst, Realtor ® fully committed to the communities they lived and worked in, RE/MAX Real Estate (Kamloops) and they brought that commitment to Blind Bay. Cell: 250-574-4074 Their alert children were quite aware of their parents’ deterO: 250-374-3331 mination to be involved in community life—after all, among the Toll Free: 250-877-374-3331 first things Ron and Barb did upon arrival in Blind Bay was to www.carmelizahurst.remax.ca join the local branch of Probus, and Barb recently became the club’s new president. Their children admonished them, therefore, that as retired seniors they were to protect themselves against Covid-19: “No grouping!” was to be the rule. Aware of the dangers inherent in contact with others, Ron and Barb agreed, but knew there could be some prudent work-arounds— like wishing their neighbours well from the mutual safety of their car. And, heck, there’s always the phone; we’ll just have
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Sorrento Memorial Hall Association By Judi Kembel The Sorrento Memorial Hall Association is open to all interested residents who live within the boundaries of the Squilax Bridge to the west, Codd Road to the east, MacArthur Heights and Notch Hill. Residents in these areas are automatically free members of this hall. Following is a brief history of the hall. The Sorrento Memorial Hall was established in 1946 and is situated in the town of Sorrento, the "Heart of the Shuswap." It is just off the Trans Canada Highway and a short distance from the Shuswap Lake. The hall is one of the largest halls in the South Shuswap area. The original hall was located too close to the new Trans Canada Highway and had to be torn down and the present hall was built with the help of community volunteers. It continues to be operated by volunteers who make up the Board. If you are interested in volunteering in your community, you are welcome to contact us. The main hall can accommodate 200 people in a theatre setting or 150 people for dinners and dances. The hall is equipped with a stage, stage curtains, stage lighting and P.A. system. There is a separate meeting room with bar facilities.
Breakfasts. The spring and summer months bring the High Country Pottery Sale, Nimble Finger Jamboree as part of the Blue Grass Festival along with reunions, dances, banquets and meetings. The hall is suitable for weddings and gatherings of all sorts. The Shuswap Community Church has been a regular tenant since 2013 and the Sorrento Lions Club have been regular tenants since 1973. The Sorrento Memorial Hall can be rented for a full day, half day or on an hourly basis The fully equipped, approved and cer- (minimum three hours). The rates are tified kitchen has a large cooler, two gas available upon request. stoves, microwave, dish sterilizer, cooking The Hall is within walking distance of utensils, dishes and cutlery. Large tables the town and Shuswap Lake. There are and chairs are available for events held in many businesses in the Sorrento/Blind the main hall. There is a large parking lot Bay area for all your needs, many intereston site as well as a handicap ramp for easy ing places to visit and a host of activities access. for the outdoor enthusiast. The hall is used for numerous events For booking and other enquiries, inthroughout the year. The Board has fund cluding current Covid-19 situation and raisers such as Crafts Sales, Dances and restrictions, please feel free to contact us: Performances. The Sorrento Lions Club Sorrento Memorial Hall, Box 84 Sorrento, host their annual Children’s Halloween B.C. V0E 2W0, sorrentomemorialparty, assist with Remembrance Day Ser- hall@gmail.com or Sandra Heschuk (250) vices, hold the annual Senior Christmas 675-2222 or Lawrence Magis (250) 675Party and Silent Auction, and Fathers' Day 2665
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Business Scoop - Coach's Corner - Building Resilience By Paul Abra, Certified Executive Coach and our ability to deal with stress and What is resilience? As defined by the anxiety. What are we doing each day to Webster's Dictionary, it is "an ability to keep our bodies healthy? recover from or adjust easily to misfortune 3. Setting Goals. When we have a sense or change." of purpose and have set ourselves The past few months and looking forachievable goals, we will find ourselves ward to the coming months, resilient peoin a positive frame of mind. By accomple and businesses will recover and sucplishing even smaller goals each day we ceed. The recovery and adjustment will will feel stronger despite what is going not be to the old ways, it will be to a "new on around us. What have we accomnormal" that has been imposed by current plished today? situations and restrictions—social distanc- 4. Positive Thoughts. By having a hopeing being one by-product. ful and positive outlook on life, we exThe question for many is how do we pect good things to come to us. Positive build resilience? What are the steps or actions and thoughts lead to positive reprocesses that we can incorporate into our sults. Dwelling on the negative usually lives that strengthen our resiliency? How brings us down whereas focusing on the do we move forward successfully? positive pushes us up and forward. "Resilience is accepting your new reality, even if it's less good than the one you had before. You can fight it, you can do nothing but scream about what you've lost, or you can accept that and try to put together something that's good." - Elizabeth Edwards, Author of Resilience. Here a four ways to build resiliency into our lives as we move forward in our business and personal lives. 1. Relationships. Strengthening and focusing on relationships with people who we value as friends and closely linked associates, will provide us with a greater feeling of not being alone. We are stronger together. Who are we spending time with? 2. Health and Wellness. Staying healthy and fit is important at all times and a crucial part of building resiliency. Keeping the body exercised and healthy contributes to our overall well-being
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What good things have we learned from the current situation? Resilience is found in our response and reactions to a situation. When we choose how we respond and react and accept the inevitable change, we will overcome the adversity and grow stronger as individuals and as businesses. "No matter how bleak or menacing a situation may appear, it does not entirely own us. It can't take away our freedom to respond, our power to take action." - Ryder Carroll, Digital Product Designer and Author Rob Marshall is the Executive Director of Community Futures Shuswap. For more small business tips and resources, visit beyourfuture.ca
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By Jacquie Middlekoop FACES Family Survey Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, this has been a trying time for all of us. There is still so much uncertainty about what the future will hold. FACES would love to welcome back all our families to the studio for in class instruction in September, but we have no way of knowing what the Fall will bring. We will always follow the guidelines and recommendations of our top BC doctors to keep all our Arts Council participants, instructors, and volunteers safe and healthy. We understand you may have concerns as well – and we would like to hear from you! The FACES Family Survey regarding the possible reopen of the studio in September is up on our website. Please take a minute to let us know your thoughts or concerns, thank you, www.shuswaparts.com. The Shuswap Artisan Market is Now Open The Shuswap Artisan Market has re-opened in Sorrento! Numerous safety measures have been put in place to ensure a safe shopping experience. These include hand sanitizer provided upon store entry, 1 way directional store traffic, limit of 2 customers or 1 family in the store at a time, plexiglass installed at the point of sale, debit, or credit payments only, and enhanced cleaning and sanitizing procedures. For store hours, or more information please visit their website www.shuswapartisans.ca. Visit Shuswap Culture for Area Events and Happenings Shuswap Culture is fast becoming THE go-to calendar for many area events and happenings in the Shuswap. Check out these featured events: Live Music: The Hillties June 27th at the Scotch Creek Hub. The secret is out – The Hillties infectious dance floor Funkathons are a hit! Don’t miss your chance to see this funk/reggae/hip hop jam band out of Nelson BC. Visit www.shuswapculture.ca for all the details.
CONGRATS to the Shuswap Culture contest winners Anne Caughlan and Gerry Schelenberg! They creatively recreated a Degas masterpiece and won $100 to the Shuswap Artisan Market! Thank you for participating, and well done!
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OR Library Re-opening Plan ORL Website The Okanagan Regional Library began a phased re-opening plan on June 2. Phase 1 – Curbside Holds Pick-up and Book Drop. Curbside Holds PickUp will allow library customers to once again borrow physical materials from our branches. During this phase, library buildings will remain closed and staff will fill hold requests for curbside pick-up at most of our branches. Our book drops are opening for returns with limited hours. As we are expecting a very high volume of returns and will be quarantining materials for 72 hours, we want to remind everyone that materials currently checked out are not due back until June 15. South Shuswap Library at Blind Bay Market Place is open for curbside pick up on Tuesday to Saturday from 11 am – 3 pm. Book Drop 9:30 am to
3pm. Closed on Sunday and Monday. The book drop bin is located outside the main door. Please respect the open hours of the book drops and do not leave any material outside of the library. To borrow materials, simply place holds using our catalogue or by calling 1-844-649-8127, wait to receive your email (or text, or phone) notification that your holds are ready and visit your branch during open hours. Follow the instructions posted at the library when you arrive for Curbside Pick-up. Library staff will check out your items for you when you arrive at the branch, bag them, and place them outside on a table for you to pick up. Please bring your library card. (If you are a new member who joined online, please bring a piece of ID the first time you visit the library, and staff will get you a permanent library card with full borrowing privileges).
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Shuswap Better at Home “A little extra help for seniors to remain confidently in their own homes” COVID 19 RESPONSE SERVICES PROVIDED AT THIS TIME: • Grocery shopping & delivery • Pick up & deliver drugstore items & prescriptions • Support with meal program & foodbank delivery • Check In & friendly visit calls • Some laundry service & transportation may be approved Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been carefully ve ed and trained for your security Central Intake 250-253-2749
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Youth Philanthropy Advisory Committee Active Through Pandemic By Sebastian Nyeste Do you love helping in the community and are you wanting to find a way to get involved? Well, we have the solution for you. We are ‘YPAC’, which is short for Youth Philanthropy Advisory Committee. We are an advisory committee to the Shuswap Community Foundation, and we focus on giving our advice when granting money to youth led projects or projects for youth. We have five members Sebastian Nyeste, Callie Vicars, Kate Gamble-Fell, Ava Lamberton, and Mikayla Wilkinson. We all love being involved in the community and making it a better place. For the last couple of years, we have been able to help in decisions for granting money to youth projects. One of the activities that we have helped is the Summer Slide Program put on by Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) to keep kids reading throughout the summer.
The Shuswap was one of the communities selected to get 15,000 dollars from RBC's Future Launch Community Challenge. Since the Shuswap has so many regions, we were given 30,000 dollars to support projects in our area. These funds went to two projects. The ‘Mirella Project’ implementing indigenous teaching and sustainability in
YPAC members meet during pandemic to oversee youth projects in the Shuswap Credit: Sebastian Nyeste
School District 83, and the Youth Rotary ‘Youth Conference’ for students grades 9 -12 for youth to gain better leadership skills and ways to live life. Sadly, due to Covid-19 both of these projects had to be put on hold, although, there is a bright future for both of the projects. During the pandemic, the YPAC group has been meeting every third week to discuss how we want to move forward and to find out what the RBC Future Launch projects are doing. We are also coming up with our own project to boost morale for front line workers who are keeping our country running. Our small team needs more youth so if you know someone or are someone between the ages of 13-21 who would like to become more active and engaged in the community we would love to have them or you on the committee. Get in touch with Shuswap Community Foundation YPAC call 250 832 5428
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Cedar Heights Community Association Where neighbors become friends
Submitted by: Shaunne Letourneau I am very pleased to report that Cedar Heights has been able to open our outdoor programs, adhering to Dr. Bonnie Henry’s guidelines for COVID-19. The Par 3 Golf course has been open since mid-May. The upgrades to the greens and course have had very positive reviews from those who’ve golfed here before. “Wow, the course is better than last year. We’ll be back!” The public is most welcome to use the course for the very nominal fee of $5 for 9 holes. Even better – children 12 and under play for free when accompanied by a paying adult. Just bring your clubs and balls and enjoy a round. The Pickleball courts are open and the Bocce courts will open June 16, but to CHCA members only at this time. To assist with social distancing and other requirements members must sign up to play both sports. If you are interested in playing on our courts, we welcome new members. Membership forms are found on our website (cedarheightscommunity.ca) or in the outdoor kiosk at the Centre (2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay). Membership is $45 and is good until December 31, 2020. The membership also entitles you to reduced ticket prices for events - when we are able to resume regular activity. More good news - Our application to the Federal Government for funds to hire two summer students was approved. We are looking for personable youth to assist with greeting visitors and general labor on the grounds and building. If you are a reliable student looking for summer work (July and August), please submit a resume to info@cedarheightscommunity.ca. The application deadline is June 14th. We are certainly missing the many opportunities to socialize with our friends at regular events and programs. We continue to be hopeful that we will be able to resume additional programs and activities in the coming months and will be guided by the provincial reopening plan and guidelines. In the meantime, we keep in touch by phone, email and videoconferencing. How fortunate we have the technology to keep connected. It’s June and that means summer is almost here with the many chances to be outside and enjoy the beautiful Shuswap. It is also when we wish “A very Happy Father’s Day” to all the Dads.
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By Barbra Fairclough This spring as trails and parks are opening and people get outside for a new hiking adventure, being bear aware will make your adventure safe and more enjoyable. According to Wild Safe BC, British Columbia boasts one of the highest populations of black bears in the world. From coastal forests to interior grasslands, pretty much all of BC is considered bear country. Prepare for your hike and stick to the trail. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid hiking alone if possible. Hike with friends and stay in a tight group. Let bears know you are there. Call out, clap, sing or talk loudly especially near streams, dense vegetation and berry patches, on windy days, and in areas of low visibility. Bear bells are not enough. Watch for bear signs. Leave the area if signs are fresh. It is always recommended to leave your dog at home or on a leash. Dogs can provoke defensive behavior in bears. Carry bear spray and know how to use it. To see a helpful video on how to use bear spray go to Parks Canada to view this video on how to use bear spray. https://www.pc.gc.ca/ en/pn-np/mtn/ours-bears/securite-safety/gaz-spray. Here are some guidelines on what to do if you encounter a bear. • Stay calm. The best way to stay calm is to be prepared. • Give it space. Make sure it has a way to get away and that you are not blocking access to the bear’s cubs or food. Make a wide detour and leave the area. • Don’t run. Bears are faster than people. Running may trigger an attack. Face the bear and back away slowly, talk in a soft voice. • Don’t drop anything to distract the bear. If the bear receives food, it will increase the likelihood of repeat behavior. • Do not stare. The bear will take this as a direct challenge. • Use your bear spray if it approaches. • Most bear attacks occur after a bear has been surprised, particularly if the bear is a female with cubs. Bears are aggressive when defending a food source. Watch for aggressive behaviors. A bear may display aggression by swinging its head from side to side; making vocalizations such as huffs, snorts, whoops, or moans; displaying teeth or claws; jaw popping; swatting at the ground; staring with eye contact; panting; or laying its ears back. These behaviours usually indicate that the bear is stressed, acting defensively, and asking for more space. This is the most common kind of black bear aggressive encounter. Attacks rarely follow. BC Wildsafe recommends planning and knowing the type of wildlife you may encounter. Can you schedule your recreation in the area at a time when wildlife won’t be there? Is there a daily routine for wildlife? Often mid-day is a good time to avoid many types of larger predators. Dawn and dusk are also inopportune times to be in the area. If you go prepared, hiking is a great way to get outside and enjoy a nature break. Bear safety information courtesy Wildsafe BC, BC Parks, and Parks Canada
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Sorrento Lions Club By Judi Kembel Due to the current Covid19 pandemic, many of our upcoming events have been postponed or suspended. The 6th Annual Garage Sale at the Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Road in Sorrento will be held when it is deemed safe to do so. We will be cancelling the Father's Day Pancake Breakfast on June 21st at the Sorrento Memorial Hall and Canada Day Pancake Breakfast and Beer Garden on July 1st at Centennial Field in Blind Bay as it has been confirmed that these celebrations have been cancelled for this year. In the meantime, we have been assisting residents by delivering groceries from the Lighthouse Market all while maintaining physical distance.
As our Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonny Henry, is saying: More faces but bigger spaces and remember, this is not forever, this is for now. Our weekly meat draws at the Copper Island Pub & Grill on the TransCanada Highway in Sorrento have been suspended until further notice. We thank you for your support. If you are over 19 years of age (male or female) and would like more information about becoming a Lion, please contact the Sorrento Lions Club Secretary Lion Leona at our email address: sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca. We would love to hear from you! Check out our website at http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/ sorrentobc/ .
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Shuswap Overland Adventures “Follow The leader”
By Jason Lutterman Each one of us can make a difference but together we can make a change. Waking up to the nicest day of the year was a gift, today had been a long time coming and regardless of the weather, we had an adventure ahead of us. Anyone who follows our wanderings knows we are proud members of the Four Wheel Drive Association of BC. The positive things accomplished for our beautiful province by this large group of people is something we can all feel good about. Today we would be meeting the first group of people in Kamloops, followed by a second stop in Ashcroft before our convoy of 4x4’s would head into the mountain and climb to 6600’, ultimately reaching the Cornwall Fire Tower. The radios squawked as friends, some who hadn’t seen one another since last year’s run, exchanged stories and laughs, the best ones came at someone’s expense of course.
Cornwall Fire Tower lookout
The Four Wheel Drive Assoc has taken up the task of maintaining and repairing some of our province’s incredible mountain top lookouts. Today’s goal is to assess and plan the continued restoration of the Lookout. Rigs of all makes and models dotted the trail as we followed our leader Wes up the trail. Wes has been bringing us all together for years now, leading us on great adventures that often end with something good happening for the local community. After some static and a quick chat, I jam the radio back into the cup holder. We’ve all agreed to visit the Native Pictographs hidden away on a small trail along our route. Places that I would have only seen in pictures if not for treks like this one. Tires hiss as many air down their tires, not only for traction but the little known fact that it actually helps to keep the trail in better condition. I quickly make my way down the trail far more interested in the drawings on the massive rock walls. Friends who have never done an outing like this have joined us and it’s clear to see that whether it’s for the first or tenth time, seeing the pictographs is equally impressive. With the wheels turning again, we pressed on crossing downed trees and snow covered trail, finally reaching the lookout. Everyone spreads out for a lunch break and looks around, pleased to
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see the tower in good condition has survived another hard winter. The trail etiquette couldn’t be better, we managed to clear many fallen trees and clean up any garbage found along the route. Thirteen 4x4’s sit in front of the lookout, cheerful people talking and kids playing near by as we make our way around, taking note of what improvements must be made. With one task complete, we begin the next as we descend the mountain on the northern side, stopping only to remove fallen trees and stare at the hole that swallowed Mike’s Hummer last year and maybe give him a hard time about it. The laughs will keep us smiling until the next run later this summer, when we can make a difference for our community while feeling like we are the ones receiving the gift. Get Outside! Check us out on Facebook or Instagram at Shuswap Overland Adventures
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South Shuswap Canada Day Celebrations Cancelled South Shuswap Canada Day Committee We are saddened to announce the cancellation of South Shuswap Canada Day Celebrations on Centennial Field in Blind Bay on July 1st. With the COVID-19 situation, we had hoped restrictions would be lifted or that we could hold a modified version of our festi-
val. Given recent provincial announcements regarding large gatherings, along with grant in aid monies being redirected to essential services, it is clearly not an option to host an event. It is with great anticipation that we all can look forward to celebrating together in 2021 with the biggest little celebration around!
CANADA Fun Fact Half of the Canada is covered with forests, which should come as no surprise considering one-tenth of the world’s forests are here. #letsgetoutside #exploreshuswap
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Sprokkets Café, attached to the Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum is looking for a new owner. Equipment also available for purchase. Busy Café with a great reputation and location on the Trans Canada HWY. Enjoy great food & Visit the Museum! Check out our NEW menu at www.sprokketscafe.ca Contact Mark for details mark@dreamcycle.ca
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GT Dragon Boat Society Update WANTED Wanted - to buy old wood windows, doors, ladders, crocks, suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, antlers, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm & cowboy items. 250-577-3357, Pritchard
By Susan Eisenberger Hi Folks. We hope everyone out there is staying home, practicing social distancing, and staying safe and well. This Covid 19 pandemic has sure made a change in routines for everyone, and our Dragon Boat Society is no exception. Due to the nature of our sport and the inability to maintain social distancing with 20 paddlers and 2 crew on a boat, we are disappointed to say we have had to cancel our paddling season for 2020. We must abide by the guidelines and direction of Dragon Boat
Canada, as well as our provincial government. The Society is hoping to organize a few fun, social paddles for those with access to kayaks and canoes, on some of our local area lakes. These social paddles will keep us in contact, give some exercise and allow us to participate in a fun activity, while maintaining distance. Please watch our Facebook page for updates! We ask that you please stay safe during these extraordinary times.
HELP WANTED We all think that it’s a mess out there now. For a small bit of perspective, imagine that you were born in 1900. If you live close in the area and would like to work Saturdays, please call us. We need housekeeping staff and a groundkeeper for the summer season and can train you for the position if you are interested and able to work independently.
Call Patti 250-955-2525 Summer Cleaners Wanted Saturdays/Sundays/Some midweek work. North Shuswap & Blind Bay areas. Students OK. Vehicle is a bonus. Top dollar paid. Contact Jay Simpson: info@AShuswapHoliday.com
39th and 45th birthday, 75 million people perish in the war. At 50, the Korean War starts and 5 million perMany would think that that it was a simple time of life. On ish. At 55, the Vietnam War begins and doesn’t end for your 14th birthday, World War I starts and ends on your 20 years. 4 million people perish in that conflict. On your 62nd birthday there is the Cuban Missile Crisis, a tipping 18th birthday. 22 million people perish in that war, including many of your friends who volunteered to defend point in the Cold War. Life on our planet, as we know it, freedom in Europe. Later that year, the Spanish Flu epi- could have ended. Sensible leaders prevented that from demic hits the planet and runs until your 20th birthday. happening. 50 million people die from it in those two years. On your Now, in 2020, we have the COVID-19 pandemic. Thou29th birthday, the Great Depression begins. Unemploy- sands have died. It feels dangerous, and it is! ment hits 25%, the World GDP drops 27%. That runs Now think of everyone born in 1900. until you are 33. The country nearly collapses along with How did your grandparents survive all of those events? the world economy. If you were lucky, you had a job that paid $300 a year, a dollar a day. When you turn 39, So let’s try and keep things in perspective. World War II starts. You aren’t even over the hill yet. And We are all in this together. don’t try to catch your breath. If you lived in London, England or most of continental Europe, the bombing of Let's be smart, help each other out and we will get your neighbourhood, or invasion of your country by for- through this. eign soldiers along with their tank and artillery was a daily event. Thousands of Canadian young men joined Ivan Bellinski the army to defend liberty with their lives. Between your
COMMUNIT Y HALL INFORMATION Please check with your local community hall for more information about future events Blind Bay Memorial Hall 2510 Blind Bay Rd. 250-675-3139 blindbayhall@gmail.com Facebook: Blind Bay Memorial Hall & Reedman Gallery. Website: blindbaymemorialhall.ca Carlin Hall 4051 Myers Rd. Tappen. www.carlinhall.net To book call Marcha Adams 250-835-8577. Cedar Heights Community Association 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay 250-675-2012 www.cedarheightscommunity.ca Copper Island Health & Wellness Centre 2417 Golf Course Dr. Blind Bay Market 250-675-3661
Eagle Bay Community Hall 4326 Eagle Bay Rd. www.eaglebayhall.ca Hall rentals: 250-675-3136 Library (ORL) South Shuswap Branch Blind Bay Market. 250-675-4818 www.orl.bc.ca/branches/south-shuswap Notch Hill Town Hall 1639 Notch Hill Rd. Pres. Anna-Marie Eckhart 250 835-8455. Check us out on Facebook Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre email: sle@shuswaplakeestates.com Web: www.shuswaplakeestates.com 250-675-2523, Many more events on webpage Sorrento Drop in Society 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358
Sorrento Lions Club Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Rd. sorrentolionsclub@yahoo.ca Sunnybrae Community Hall 3595 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. Hall Rentals - Vicki Green - 250- 835-2199, Facebook.com/SunnybraeCommunityAssociation sunnybraecommunityassociation.com Sunnybrae Seniors Hall 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd., Maddie Welch 250-803-8890 White Lake Community Hall 3617 Parri Road 250-803-4616 whitelakehall@cablelan.net
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• Shuswap Better at Home - help for seniors living
independently with supports such as grocery shopping and delivery, prescription, food bank/meals program pick up and delivery, check-in phone calls and other local support and referrals. Assistance or info, contact Central Intake. 250-253-2749 or sbahintake@outlook.com. See ad on page 29 SOUTH SHUSWAP • Copper Island Health Centre - Mobile Lab Tues/Thurs 8am - 2pm, Sats 9am - 1pm for Walk-In Clinic. For an appt: at 250-675-3661 or www.sshss.ca • Sorrento Health Centre - Doctor avail. Jul 6 to Aug 20. For an appt 250-803-5251 • Treat your Dad on Father’s Day: •Shuswap Lake Estates Golf, 2 for 1 special, June 20 & 21 See ad on page 14 •Duffer’s Den 250-675-2315 for reservations •Finz - brunch ala carte on weekends 250-6753255 See ad & Business profile on page 6 • Eagle Bay Day Cancelled for 2020 - Donations for the White Elephant Sale items not accepted. • South Shuswap Canada Day Celebrations cancelled.
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• Braving Trust -with Laura Cook - June 13, 9am to
11am FREE. Discussion about the 4 skillsets of courageous leadership. Dive deeper into Dr. Brené Brown’s Braving Trust model and how we can apply that to our lives, teams and businesses. Register: jjohn@tsutsweye.ca • Networking for Success with Deb McLelland Part 1 - June 19, 11am to 12pm. Part 2 - June 26, 11am . Learn the importance and secrte to networking. Register: jjohn@tsutsweye.ca SALMON ARM & AREA • CSRD Board Meeting - June 18 at the CSRD office, 555 Harbourfront Dr NE • Meditation Ctr - Livestreamed classes available in your home: kmcfv.ca under Livestream. NORTH SHUSWAP • Music Trivia - with Angie Heinze Thursdays at the Hub. FMI 250-955-2002 • Comedy Show - Sat., June 20th at The Hub. For tickets call 250-955-2002. • Live Music at the Hub, 250-955-2002 • Fridays - 5th-Jody Evans, 12th- Neon Brown,
19th-Jody Evans, 26- Earthbound
• Saturdays - 6th, DJ Angie Heinze, 13th-Jon &
Suzi, 27th-Blind Bay Blues Band.
• NS Health Centre 2020 Golf Event - Saturday June
27th, 2pm start. At Shuswap Lake Estates Golf & Country Club. 9 hole golf scramble, play your own ball. Silent auction in parking lot. Everyone welcome to bid. To register visit: https://bit.ly/3bR9vKK. Or callFMI: nshcevents@gmail.com PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT NS HEALTH CENTRE See ad page 28 FARMERS MARKETS • Sorrento Village Farmers Market - Saturdays 8am to noon • Celista Farmer’s Market - Wednesdays starting July 1st, 9am to 1pm • Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market - Opening in June. See ad on page 18 WEBINARS Tsuts’weye Women’s Entrepreneur & Innovation Network - https://tsutsweye.ca/ See ad on page19
Do you have an ON-LINE MEETING, WEBINAR, EVENT you would like to promote? The SCOOP would like to help! With webinars and group meetings being the new normal, the SCOOP would like to help local organizations who are planning a virtual meeting to get the word out. Email details to shuswapscoop@gmail.com Please keep it brief - no more than 50 words. * Name of event * Date/ me/pla orm (ie. zoom, gotomee ng, webex, messenger etc.) * Contact info DEADLINE to submit: Monday July 27 June SCOOP delivers Friday July 10
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Council for the South Shuswap ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca • Sorrento Hall #2 - 2505 Greer Rd., Karen Brown 250.515.3276 •Blind Bay Community Society Chief Gary Hoult, 250-675-4441, Phone: 250-675-3919 Email: ShuswapVFD@csrd.bc.ca • Tappen/Sunnybrae - 3732 Sunnybraeblindbayhall@gmail.com • Blind Bay painters - Betty Schriver Canoe Point Rd., Chief Ryan Gray, 250-675-2249 - bschrive@telus.net 250-835-8696 • Blind Bay Garden Club - Susan 250-835 TappenSunnybraeVFD@ csrd.bc.ca • White Lake - 3607 Parri Rd. -2351 or Donald 778-490-5008 •Carlin Country Market Chief Bryan Griffin, 250-835-4500, carlinpac@hotmail.com, Angela Inskip WhiteLakeVFD@csrd.bc.ca • Fire Services Coordinator - Sean 250-833-2094 • Carlin Elementary Middle School PAC Coubrough, 250-833-5955 Carlinpac@hotmail.com, Angela Inskip scoubrough@csrd.bc.ca 250-833-2094 FIRST RESPONDERS - Debbie Edwards; • Chase Fish & Game Club thebackacher@telus.net. • GT Dragon Boat Society Helen 250-679-8019 Susan Eisenberger, 250-803-6864 • Copper Island Seniors Resource Services www.gtdragonboatsociety.ca (CISRS) - (beside Spinnaker Cafe) 250HEALTH SERVICES 675-3661, email: cisrcbb@gmail.com. • CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 • South Shuswap Health Services Society • CSRD Area C Director - Paul Demenok, : Sue McCrae - 250-675-3661 250-517-0810, pdemenok@csrd.bc.ca http://sshss.ca/ • Sorrento Health Centre – FIRE DEPARTMENTS • Eagle Bay - 4445 Eagle Bay Rd., Chief 250-803-5251 • Sorrento Health Centre Society – Alan Rendell, 250-517-0429, Marilyn Clark, 250-675-2449 EagleBayVFD@csrd.bc.ca • Sorrento Hall #1 • Lions Club - Email: sorren1164 Passchendale Road, tolionsclub@yahoo.ca / Web: Sorrento Chief Gary Hoult, 250-675-3555, Lions Club - Lions e-Clubhouse
• North/ South Shuswap Comm. Resource
- nsscr@live.ca, Leigh 250-515-4682 • Notch Hill Cemetery Society Louise 250-253-5776 ROAD MAINTENANCE - Acciona Infrastructure Maintenance Inc - 1-866 222-4204. Vernon Moti office: 250-503-3664. email: aimroads@acciona.ca • Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) South Shuswap - Leigh Schaffer 250-6754818, lschaffer@orl.bc.ca • Shuswap Better at Home - Central Intake 250-253-2749, sbahintake@outlook.com • Shuswap Community Foundation 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca •Shuswap Hospice Society 250-832-7099, 250-675-2568 (Sorrento) • Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers -1-866293-3851, info@slams.ca, www.slams.ca • Shuswap Theatre Society - shuswaptheatre.com & facebookbook.com Shuswaptheatre/ • South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce Karen Brown 250-515-0002, manager@southshuswapchamber.com
• Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue -
Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org • Shuswap Tennis - Petra: 250.835.2202 or Dick: 250.574.4674, dicat993@gmail.com • Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca, www.SWOA.ca • Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA) - saca@sorrento-shuswap.ca. Brenda Puetz 250-675-2599 • Sorrento Food Bank Tina Hysop 250253-3663 sorrentofoodbank.ca • Sorrento Minor Ball Geoff 250-804-6923, sorrentominorball@gmail.com • South Shuswap Canada Day Committee Tammy Packer 250.463.2495 • Victim Services - Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 White Lake Community Hall Society 3617 Parri Road, 778-231-8810 whitelakehall@cablelan.net • White Lake Residents Assoc. - (WLRA) email: info@wlra.ca / www.wlra.ca • White Lake New Horizons Seniors Club Tim Hoy 250-835-2141
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