North Shuswap Kicker June 2020

JUNE 2020

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NS Health Centre Struggling Financially

By Jo Anne Malpass The North Shuswap Health Centre is struggling financially but is not willing to give up yet with its plans to become selfsustaining, so is working on several approaches to keep the doors open.

The Centre is looking for support from the Ministry of Health, Interior Health and North Shuswap residents, Gail McNeil Oliver, Executive Director of the Centre, told the Kicker. The clinic is unique in that it is not operated by Interior Health, nor is it a private clinic operated by a physician. Revenue is generated through billable clinic services, donations, and fundraising.

Gail is working on a submission for Community Health Care Funding to the Ministry of Health, outlining the size of the area and distance to services, the age of the population and how the clinic’s patient numbers have grown. The clinic now serves 2900 patients. Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo has put in a good word for the clinic with the Ministry and three doctors who have provided services at the clinic have written

letters of support. The clinic is also receiving positive feedback from Interior Health and the Thompson Division of Family Practitioners. The Ministry’s mandate is to support community health care and help seniors stay in their homes so Gail is encouraged the Ministry will be responsive to the need here.

A $20,000 grant-in-aid received from the Columbia Shuswap Regional District will address short term funding, but the clinic is looking for a permanent solution. On its website, referring to services, “The CSRD Board responds to locally expressed needs for service and consults with residents about which services they can provide, where they are to be provided and how the services are to be financed. A variety of forms of consultation are used, including referenda and the receipt of petitions.”

To gauge the community’s support, an online petition is being circulated, outlining the community’s need to keep the clinic

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open and asking local government and the Ministry of Health for support. The petition will be at local stores. It can also be found online at change.org under http://chng.it/Y65cc6y6b2.

Donations made on the change.org site do not go to the North Shuswap Health Centre. Donations are being gratefully accepted at the health centre or online at: www.nshealthcentre.ca (Click on the ‘Donate Now’ button). Donations of $20.00 or more will be issued a tax receipt.

The clinic has also started a campaign to generate operating revenue for the health centre by offering yearly memberships of $20 per person. “The North Shuswap Health Centre Society felt that this was an important change to make to help keep the clinic viable.” Results of this campaign could also be used to show the Ministry the strength of community support.

The Health Centre Society is going ahead with a golf scramble fundraiser at Shuswap Lake Estates (SLE) Golf Course

on June 27. (Details in ad on page 10) SLE has physical distancing protocols in place, with a silent auction being held in a monitored area and golf prize winners being notified later.

Covid-19 is affecting the clinic financially because of low patient numbers.

The Health Centre has been operating under strict guidelines and, like other clinics in the Province, has been receiving some relief from the Ministry. Gail has learned that if there is an outbreak of Covid-19 on the North Shuswap, Interior Health will set up a testing station outside the clinic.

With some restrictions being lifted, the Health Centre is offering some in person doctor visits starting this month. It presently offers phone calls and virtual visits. Foot care is coming back on June 6 and manual osteopathy is ready when it receives the okay from its college.

Work is also progressing on renovations and upgrades to the wellness centre beside the clinic, purchased by Dr. Dinesh Mistry to coincide with services offered at the clinic.

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Localized Flooding in the Shuswap

By Jo Anne Malpass The Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) opened an Emergency Operations Centre in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Boardroom at the end of May to coordinate a response to the threat of flooding in the Shuswap.

The BC Provincial Flood Status update on May 28 had the Salmon River under a flood watch and all other rivers in the Shuswap under a high stream flow advisory. With a weekend storm not bringing as much rain as forecast, concerns about severe flooding on the Salmon River were reduced, but the SEP "is closely monitoring water levels on Shuswap Lake and Mara Lake, which may still present some flooding challenges."

Shuswap Lake water levels have exceeded last year's peak, according to Shuswap Lake Watch. On May 31, it was at 348.636 m compared to the 2019 peak of 347.591 m. The 2018 peak was 349.141 m. It predicts this year's lake peak will be "between the 2018 peak and the peak of the 2012 flood year. Spillovers and some flooding of lower areas, like floodplains and along the lower Shuswap River, are almost certain."

The BC River Forecast Centre report-

ed high risks of floods emerging in the Southern Interior, Central Interior, and Kootenays. "If you live in these areas, please stay apprised of the situation and follow all updates and evacuation orders from emergency management agencies.

Provincial staff, local government staff, First Nations, and other parties continue to monitor the situation and support implementation of flood emergency response."

The Shuswap Emergency Program provides emergency planning, mitigation, preparedness and recovery for the Salmon Arm, Sicamous and CSRD Electoral 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 Graband-Go Bag ready.

The CSRD has made sand and sandbags available at Scotch Creek Fire Hall, North Shuswap Community Hall in (Continued on page 4)

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By Editor Jo Anne Malpass With the warm weather, our roads are filling with motorists, cyclists and pedestrians and more and more animals are on the move as well. Bears, deer and moose, sometimes with their young ones, are out looking for food.

Striking even a smaller animal can damage your vehicle. Hitting an animal as large as a deer or moose can cause serious injury or death to vehicle occupants as well as serious damage to the vehicle.

A US website, DMV.org reports that 1 out of every 17 car collisions involves wandering wildlife, 89% of all wildlife collisions occur on 2 lane roads and 84% occur in good weather on dry roads.

The Wildlife Collision Prevention Program (WCPP) was formed in 2001, as a partnership between the BC Conservation Foundation and the Insurance Corporation of BC in response to the increasing number and severity of wildlife vehicle collisions in BC. It reports that in 2018, there were about 11,000 animal-related collisions in BC, 650 people were injured and three people were killed.

To avoid adding to these statistics, it recommends watching for wildlife danger signs, these are placed in high wildlife use areas.

Reduce speed. Some studies suggest that wildlife vehicle collisions occur more than expected on clear nights, on dry road conditions and on long straight stretches.

Drivers and passengers should actively watch for wildlife on the road, in the ditch and on the shoulder; shining eyes; flickering head lights of oncoming cars or tail lights of the vehicles in front of you which may be an animal crossing the

road.

Watch out especially between dusk and dawn. Light levels are low, and animals are active.

Anecdotally, there seems to be some evidence that animals that approach from the right side are avoided more successfully than animals from the left, as drivers head lights illuminate that portion of the road better, and drivers pay close attention to the right hand side of the road - so remember to pay equal attention to both sides of the road.

To Swerve or Not to Swerve? Swerving can take you into the path of an oncoming vehicle or into the ditch and cause a serious accident. If a deer is in your way, consider using your brakes and horn, not your wheel.

If you have to choose between swerving or striking a moose, consider swerving. A collision with a moose, which can weigh up to 500 kgs (1200 lbs), carries a significant risk of injury or death to motorists and passengers. If a crash with a moose is inevitable, crouch as low as possible in your seat, or under the dash, as a moose's body usually ends up crushing the roof of a car completely flat.

If you do hit an animal, pull off the road, turn on hazard lights and warn other drivers if there is a carcass on the road which poses a hazard. You may choose to carefully approach the animal to determine if it is dead or injured. If it is injured, back off. A wounded animal can be very dangerous.

Call the RCMP if there is damage over $1000 or any human injuries and call the Conservation Officer Service if there is a dead or injured animal to report.

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Sand is being delivered into multiple piles for physical distancing. 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.

Wake striking the shore can cause rapid and severe erosion, churn up sediments, degrading the aquatic environment for plants and animals. Along with eroding our shoreline, boat wakes can cause damage to docks and retaining walls and have even thrown children off docks.

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Kickin’ it up with Jay at NorthShuswap.Info

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

When I write an article, I always try to think about what’s coming up, what’s happening in the next couple of months, couple of years, and try to give you some insight into the future of the North Shuswap as I see it.

This month is no different.

The next few months are going to be very interesting.

Summer here, in normal years, becomes a madhouse of traffic, store lineups, boats on the lake, and people enjoying the marvellous place that we call home. This summer will be similar, but smaller, I think. The message right now is ‘stay close to home’. And it’s likely that many, who don’t have property here, will heed that message. But that still means many, who do have property here, will retreat to their summer cottage.

This is a fact, and as many times as we say ‘stay home’, they will come. And they have a right to be here.

Whether they come from Alberta, Ontario, the lower mainland. We’ll get through it, we’re a resilient bunch. It’s how we handle it that matters and is how we’ll be remembered. We can be the crabbypants and whine and complain, or we can accept that this is what will happen, and treat everyone we meet with patience and kindness. I’m planning on the P&K, I hope you do too.

Also this summer, the North Shuswap will be looking for some excellent people to become involved in local Economic Development. The CSRD will be putting ads in the Kicker and elsewhere, but I say the North Shuswap is looking, as this will be specifically of benefit to the North Shuswap. Those chosen will have the opportunity to help determine programs and ser-

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vices that will help local communities and business grow and become more resilient to possible economic downturns (you know what I’m talking about). We hope to have this group in place early in the fall. Give it some thought.

Looking farther ahead, early next year we’ll hopefully hear from the province about the Scotch Creek water system. At this point I’m not even going to guess what the Feds and Prov will be thinking next year. They’ve spent so much money propping up the economy and keeping things rolling that there’s going to have to be a reckoning sometime. On the other hand, infrastructure, like the SC water system, puts people to work and looks good in the local economy. If you have an insight, let me know.

A couple of years from now things will be different. I know, that’s easy to say, but it’s true. There are some irons in the fire that are heating up.

Not all will come to pass soon, or easily, but we can hope. The Little Shuswap Band is looking at management of the Scotch Creek watershed and has begun discussions with many groups who will be involved. They’ve also mentioned liquid waste for Scotch Creek, and the Sun Peaks road. These are big topics that won’t happen overnight, but even a start is a big step. We have a North Shuswap Parks Master Plan that we’ll crank up once we can have meetings again. That will likely conclude towards the end of next year, I hope.

One of the prime discussions there will be how/whether we can get a parallel trail along at least portions of SquilaxAnglemont road.

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Stolen Car Found 670 FSR On April 21, Chase RCMP received a report that a local resident had located a vehicle down a steep embankment approximately 2.5 km up 670 FSR in Scotch Creek. The vehicle, a green 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, was located at the bottom of a 40M+ steep embankment with the vehicle having severe damage. No one was located in the vehicle. The vehicle had been reported stolen from Kamloops on April 15/20. No Suspects at this time.

Motorcycle Recovered in Celista On April 20, the Chase RCMP Detachment attended the 2100 block Evans Rd in Celista, in an attempt to locate a male on a warrant. Police noticed in the driveway a motorcycle with an incorrect plate attached. A check of the motorcycle showed it to be stolen out of Ridge Meadows. There was insufficient evidence to link the motorcycle to the residents of the property.

Motorcycle was recovered and returned to its owner.

Evaded Police On April 25 at 10:47 hours, Chase RCMP attended to the Canco Gas Station west of Chase and approached a 2-door coupe, Acura style vehicle, with a backyard black paint job. The vehicle had a lone Caucasian male seated behind the driver’s seat. The male saw the police car approaching, put the vehicle in gear and quickly accelerated onto Highway 1, narrowly missing a collision with a vehicle pulling in. Police activated the emergency equipment and also pulled out onto the highway heading westbound. Police observed the vehicle pull out into oncoming traffic, travelling at a high rate of speed (170/kms/hr). Kamloops RCMP were notified and attempted to stop the vehicle but it also evaded them. Police were not able to locate the vehicle.

Stolen Vehicle in Accident April 25 at 12:14 hours, Chase RCMP (Continued on page 7)

Kickin’ it up with Jay continued (Continued from page 5)

Anglemont Road, Is there any appetite out there for a name change? It’s crossed my mind often over the years (like every time I have to type it). Just a thought… Let me know.

Oh, and one last thought regarding health care in the North Shuswap. I want to thank all those people who have written a letter, emailed, signed a petition etc. You have been heard. I don’t know what the outcome will be, but I’m on it.

In the meantime, may your high water be low, and your lowbrow humour be high!

Be Safe – Be Kind As always, JSimpson@csrd.bc.ca or 250-517-9578

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received a report of a vehicle that had gone off Highway 1 going up Jade Mountain west bound, and head down over the embankment. A male was seen coming up the embankment and told a passer-by not to call police and started to leave the area. The vehicle was stolen out of Kelowna.

Police located the 30 year old male driver and arrested himfor Possession of Stolen Property and Driving While Prohibited. The male was subsequently released on an Undertaking and is to appear in Kamloops court on July 9.

Arrest on Fail to Comply On April 27 at approximately 9:30 pm, a Chase RCMP officer was driving past the Petro Can in Chase and noticed a GMC pickup, gassing up, with what appeared to be a part hanging off it. Police stopped and recognized the male gassing up as Owen Scott BLAGDON who had an endorsed warrant for Fail to Comply, from Salmon

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Arm. BLAGDON was arrested and released on an Appearance Notice for an August court date.

Break and Enter On April 28 at 8:11 am, Chase RCMP were called to a report of a break and enter that had occurred to a detached garage in the 300 block of Larch St in Chase BC. Items stolen included a Pink mountain bike, beer, Cigarettes, and a Samsung S7 phone.

Kayak Stolen On May 1, Chase RCMP responded to a report of a theft of a kayak from the 2900 block of Buckley Rd in Sorrento. The kayak had been secured to a dock at that location. The suspects attempted to cut the cable but were unsuccessful and then defeated the lock. The kayak is described as a 13 ft Coleman 130, grey and beige camo coloured with orange trim.

Bear Spray Incident On May 1, Chase RCMP were called to the Ross Creek

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campground in Magna Bay after receiving a report of a bear spray incident between campers at that location. Police arrived and determined that a group of campers were partying late into the night and were confronted by another camper who was filming. The original partiers confronted the concerned citizen and an argument ensued which led to one of the partiers being bear sprayed after an altercation occurred. In the end, cooler heads prevailed and police seized the bear spray.

No charges being pursued in this case.

Domestic Assault Scotch Creek On May 2, Chase RCMP responded to a domestic assault on the side of the road, on Squilax Anglemont Rd in Scotch Creek. The female victim was bleeding from her face, and the male suspect had departed on foot into the woods. Police learned that the suspect had punched the Victim over 20 times, broke the rear view mirror in her vehicle, held broken glass to her neck, threatened to kill her numerous times, attempted to push her out of the moving vehicle, stole her wallet, would not allow her to leave, choked her, and drove her vehicle in an extremely dangerous manner.

The male suspect was identified but not located. A warrant has been requested for the male.

Pellet Gun Incident On May 5, at 10:34 pm, Chase RCMP attended what was reported to be a collision at Second Ave, and Cummings St, near Memorial Park in Chase. Upon police arrival, they located a vehicle with a jack stand under his front driver side tire, and transmission fluid leaking from the car. The driver wasn’t co-operative with police, but when it was pointed out that the driver had driven his vehicle through the Memorial Park playground and smashed into a culvert, the

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driver then provided information that he was approached by a male, who for no reason, shot him in the face with a pellet gun and he was trying to escape from him. The male was treated by EHS on scene and released. The driver was more concerned about fixing his tire and departing before police arrived than calling police about what had transpired.

The investigation is continuing.

Speeding in Scotch Creek On May 8, Chase RCMP were conducting patrols on Squilax Anglemont Rd. in an unmarked police in Scotch Creek area. A blue Ford Mustang was clocked on radar going 140 km/hr in the 80 km/hr zone. A 53 yr old male from Scotch Creek, was given a ticket for excessive speed and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

Vehicle Located, but not stolen items On May 16, Chase RCMP were contacted by a Victim of a theft, who believed he was following the suspect vehicle on Kamloops Shuswap Rd, near Pritchard. The suspect attempted to avoid being followed and reversed into the Victim’s vehicle before fleeing. Police were able to locate the vehicle and did not locate the stolen items, however, noted that the driver was a prohibited driver and was driving a vehicle with no insurance. The 24 yr old male from Chase, was arrested for Prohibited Driving and issued a ticket for no insurance. The male is to appear in court in October.

Possession, Breach & Drug Charges On May 21, Chase RCMP conducted a traffic stop with a Ford F150 on Squilax Anglemont Rd near Trans Canada on ramp. The licence plate had been reported stolen. The 38 yr old male driver from Salmon Arm was arrested. Police located a crack pipe and a few bags of possible crystal meth/ cocaine were located in vehi(Continued on page 9)

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cle. Police also located a machete in the vehicle. The driver was on conditions not to possess any weapons. The vehicle was towed, and the male was released on an Appearance Notice to Appear in Kamloops court in October 2020 for charges of Possession of Stolen Property, Breach of Conditions and drug possession.

Missing hikers safe On May 25, Chase RCMP received a report of three 19year-old men who had not returned from a sightseeing outing from the previous evening in the rural areas of Seymour Arm. The men had been staying with the family at a cabin. After an extensive overnight search by the family, the police were called the next morning. After a short search, police received a call from one of the males advising their vehicle had broken down, outside of cell phone range and that they had elected to stay in their vehicle overnight. Police met up with the 3 males and all were in good health. It was the correct decision to stay with their vehicle rather than attempt to navigate in the wilderness at night.

Threats to Kill with Rifle in Anglemont On May 29, Chase RCMP attended to the 7800 block Squilax Anglemont Road in Anglemont, where it was reported that a male was screaming and yelling and had threatened to kill a neighbour’s entire household. The male had been target shooting in his backyard with a .22 calibre rifle and then threatened to shoot the neighbour’s house.

A shot was heard while the caller was on the phone with 911. Police arrived and surrounded the house and subsequently located the male attempting to flee in a vehicle, down a back alleyway. Police blocked off the vehicle and arrested the driver without incident. Police located a 22-calibre loaded rifle in the suspect’s vehicle as well as several other loaded guns and weapons in his house.

The suspect, 49 yr old Darryl PICK of Anglemont, was on conditions not to possess any firearms or weapons stemming from an incident in November of 2019, where PICK had pointed an imitation handgun at police during an encounter at PICK’s residence. PICK was taken into custody and is Remanded in custody until June 15, 2020 when he is scheduled to make his next court appearance.

While enroute to this call, police pulled over another vehicle that had been seen fleeing the residence and it was thought that PICK may be in this vehicle. As it turns out, the vehicle was not associated to PICK however it was discovered that there was a rifle in the vehicle and that the driver did not have a licence to possess this firearm. Police seized this firearm and carried on to the initial call. The investigation is continuing into this illegal possession of firearms.

Single Motorcycle Accident On May 30, Chase RCMP received a report of a single motorcycle accident on Hwy 1 at the top of Notch Hill Rd in Sorrento. Police and EHS attended the location, however the female rider was nowhere to be found. A witness advised he was riding behind the rider whom went off the road to the right and crashed after hitting a gravel patch. She got up, and had cuts on her head/face, but was speaking clearly and appeared okay. It was later determined that the female had fled into the woods before getting a ride to the hospital. Police did locate a thermos containing beer at the accident scene. The female driver was located and issued a ticket for Failing to Remain at the scene of an accident.

If you have any information about these or any other investigations, please call Chase RCMP at (250)679-3221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

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By Jo Anne Malpass The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is inviting quotes from qualified contractors for pathway construction and slope stabilization work at St. Ives Community Park in St. Ives.

Construction plans include erosion mitigation, an extension to the existing pathway with railings to match existing, access to the beach, and removal of trees and the fire pit.

CSRD Team Leader, Community Services Ryan Nitchie said the erosion mitigation is comprised of Nilex geotextile fabric that will be installed and covered with large rip rap rock and a set of rock stairs to the beach.

He explained, the CSRD worked with Gentech Engineering to design an erosion mitigation plan with improved access to the beach.

The CSRD then used the engineered designs to have a qualified environmental professional, Western Water Associates, develop an environmental management plan and submit a Section 11 Permit application to the Province. The Section 11 permit was recently approved, allowing the CSRD to proceed with the project subject to the conditions of the permit.

Quotes will be accepted until Wednesday, June 10, but work will likely start in the fall. “Our Section 11 Per-

mit allows us to complete works in and around the lake during low water so timing of the project will be in 2020 but may be later in Sept/ October depending on accessibility.

The CSRD will be required to complete some compensation plantings along the shoreline to replace four trees that must be removed. These trees will be replaced using shrubs and other vegetation approved by the province upon the recommendation of our qualified environmental professional.”

St. Ives Ratepayers Association President Miki Andrejević said "We are pleased that our community park will be not only restored to a whole but retaining walls will be built to prevent further erosion and new landscaping will be done. It will be also wheelchair accessible as a fundamental human right and in compliance with Canadian accessibility law.

I would like to thank the CSRD staff and particularly Veda Roberge for working with us on this existing and much needed project. We are looking forward to seeing the results and to fully enjoy the park."

One of the trees being removed has had a memorial plaque on it for many years, to remember a young boy named Logan who loved the (Continued on page 11)

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park. The Ratepayers have been trying to contact the family. They ask that any family member of Logan, please contact Veda Roberge – CSRD Community Parks & Recreation Coordinator at 250.833.5914; C. 250 517 0679 or Miki Andrejević C.780 405 5571 to make arrangeA memorial plaque and a photo of ment for plaques and memorabilia placement Logan is on a tree to be removed.

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Mosquito Control Suspended in Scotch Creek CSRD Release Spring means warmer days, flowers blooming and, unfortunately, a return of those pesky, biting mosquitos.

The CSRD wishes to remind residents of the Scotch Creek area that mosquito control measures previously applied in that area have been cancelled for 2020.

This is because decisions from BC Parks and the Little Shuswap Lake Band rendered the CSRD's mosquito control program ineffective.

The Little Shuswap Lake Band would not allow the CSRD to treat for nuisance mosquitos on their lands in the Hilliam Road Area, while BC Parks denied the CSRD’s application to conduct mosquito control in Shuswap Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial parks.

Without the inclusion of these areas, the CSRD’s contractor recommended

that the mosquito treatment program be abandoned for 2020. This will be the first season in 16 years that nuisance mosquito treatment has not been in place for the Scotch Creek area.

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Economic Recovery Plan Presented to CSRD Board

By Jo Anne Malpass Kyle Dearing, Acting Manager, Shuswap Economic Development and Shuswap Tourism, attended the May 21 Columbia Shuswap Regional District board meeting remotely to review the first phase of a plan drafted by a collaboration of Shuswap Economic Development, Shuswap Tourism, Salmon Arm Economic Development Society, Community Futures Shuswap and the Tsuts'weye Women’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Network.

The goal of the Phase I “Shuswap Region Response Plan” is to identify and mobilize immediate support programs in response to the impacts of COVID-19, to assist businesses and organizations throughout the Shuswap communities. This initiative will build on existing collaborative efforts and will supplement and support the response work being done by economic development and community support organizations across the region.

The six point plan includes resource sharing and emergency support line, support to transition/expand sales methods to include digital platforms, mentoring & training, community marketing, workforce support and gap financing/ emergency cash flow.

IN OTHER BUSINESS AT THE MEETING:

Public Attendance at Meetings During the Office Closure - Directors voted to allow public attendance at essential meetings. The main CSRD office will remain temporarily closed to the public while the CSRD develops and gets approvals for its Return to Work COVID-19 Recovery plan, which is required by legislation. The CSRD Boardroom will be the only part of the building accessible to the

public during essential meetings.

Electronic Submissions for Alternative Approval Process - A majority of the Board (three area directors opposed) voted in favour of a policy allowing for electronic submission of Elector Response Forms as part of any future Alternative Approval Process.

A staff report to the Board states, “In order to obtain elector assent for bylaws, Ministry staff have verbally stated to CSRD staff that an AAP is currently the only method, as referendums are not an approved method at this time. Ministry staff have also recommended allowing electronic submissions to provide a touchless option to submit a response form. Electronic submission is not electronic voting. Each elector submitting a form with their signature via email message is making a certification on the form.”

Shuswap Watershed Council Service Amendment - The Board agreed to approve the first three readings of a bylaw to amend the Shuswap Watershed Council Service to establish the service as a permanent one. It also includes withdrawal and review provisions.

The five-year period for the present Shuswap Watershed Council Service Bylaw expires on December 31, 2020.

The amendment includes a customized peer service review provision to be initiated in January 2026 and reoccurring every five years thereafter. No change to the original purpose of the Shuswap Watershed Council Service, being: to collaborate, promote, protect and monitor water quality in those parts of the Shuswap Watershed that (Continued on page 14)

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comprise the service area, and to promote recreational water safety.

Options for Elector Approval for extension to Shuswap Watershed Council service - The Board Chair will be sending a letter to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing asking for other options for electoral approval or an Order-in-Council granting a one-year extension of the Shuswap Watershed Council's service.

Trails Focused Recovery Marketing Campaign - The Board authorized entering into an agreement with Destination Think for the Shuswap Tourism Trails-Focused Recovery Marketing Campaign 2020/2021 in the amount of $80,000 plus applicable taxes.

A staff report to the board states “The Shuswap Trailsbased Asset Development and Marketing Campaign is the next phase of the 5-year Shuswap Tourism Marketing Plan that was led by Destination Think. It has been identified as top priority for this upcoming year and is a focus that fits well with COVID-19 tourism recovery efforts as there is a large range of trails-based activities that allow for safe social distancing.”

Recruitment of Shuswap Economic Development Society Members - The Board received an update from CAO Charles Hamilton about plans to recruit Directors for the Board of the new, non-profit, Shuswap Economic Development Society. The target is to have a Board in place by Fall 2020.

Saratoga Water System – Instrumentation Upgrades The Board approved entering into an agreement with TurnKey Controls Ltd. to supply and install upgrades to connect the Copper Island RV Park to the Saratoga Water system for a total cost of $71,100 plus applicable taxes.

Electoral Area F: Anglemont Zoning Bylaw Amendment (Huber-Hews) 7636 Mountain Drive in Anglemont.

The owners would like to build a single family dwelling with an attached upper floor dwelling unit. Current zoning does not permit an upper floor dwelling unit and requires a site specific bylaw amendment to permit this use. The Board gave first reading to the application and directed staff to refer the bylaw to applicable agencies and First Nations.

Community Parks Credit— Recent tax notices on the North Shuswap are showing a credit for community parks.

Jodi Pierce CSRD Financial Services, explains this is because a debt for the acquisition of Rose Clifford Park was fully repaid in 2019. The CSRD received additional interest back from the Municipal Authority which created a surplus in that function, and it is required to be repaid to those paying the debt for the purchase of the park. This will be a one-time credit only.

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Tender Issued for Four Lane Project by Chase

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BC Government Release People who travel along the Trans-Canada Highway through Chase will soon see crews working to further improve safety and efficiency.

The tender has been issued for the Chase Creek Road to Chase West four-laning project. This section of Highway 1 is being expanded, making it safer for travellers, including commercial truck drivers.

"It’s important we keep moving forward on major projects that will spur economic recovery and help build out of this pandemic,” said Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.

“This project, delivered under our Community Benefits Agreement, will ensure that local workers are employed and that communities will benefit during the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Provincial construction sites have protocols and policies in place that follow the requirements of the provincial health officer to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

These include reducing inperson meetings and 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.

“Our government’s priority is keeping workplaces safe

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as we continue to prevent the spread of COVID-19,” Trevena said. “We’re ensuring crews will be working in a safe environment as we deliver this project that will keep people and goods moving safely and efficiently.”

Along with widening 3.3 kilometres of Highway 1 to four lanes with a central median barrier, work on this project also includes: *at-grade protected Tintersection at both Chase Creek Road and Shuswap Avenue; *a grade separated pedestrian crossing and multi-use pathway to link the Neskonlith Indian Band and the Village of Chase communities; *a cattle underpass to comply with Agricultural Land Commission requirements; and *conversion of the existing highway to frontage road to consolidate access.

Once the contract is awarded through an open bidding process, work is expected to begin late this summer.

The project is being delivered under the Province’s Community Benefits Agreement, which prioritizes hiring local workers, Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to do the work in a safe, welcoming work environment. This project will help diversify and grow B.C.’s skilled workforce and support well-paying careers in local communities.

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Victim Services Providing Support

By Guy Ramsay Victim Services is an essential front-line service through these troubling times.

Chase & District Victim Services is OPEN for business through this troubling time of COVID-19. With the majority of the population self isolating at home, there are increased pressures with children out of school, financial stresses from lost income, and families being in constant close proximity. Many are dealing with anxiety over Covid-19, single parents are being pushed to the limit and relationships are suffering.

Many people are not aware of the work Victim Services does and only become aware if they are a victim of Crime. Staff/ Volunteers provided emotional support in person and over

the phone to victims, witnesses and their family members.

Victim services will listen and provide emotional support when you have experienced a crime or trauma, which includes Domestic Violence, and Sexual assaults to both children and adults.

Although we do not provide counselling, we are great listeners and can make appropriate referrals to counselling services.

Staff/Volunteers can provide information on the status of a police investigation, the justice system, and crime prevention. We can also assist with the completion of Crime Victim Assistance forms and Victim Impact Statements. Victim Services will provide a link between victims and the criminal jus(Continued on page 18)

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Victim Services will provide or facilitate victim access to case-specific information which may include: the status of the police investigation, charges laid against the offender, protective orders, outcome of court appearances, the custodial status of the convicted offender, and length of sentence/parole information, witness orientation, courtroom etiquette and procedures. We provide information on the role of various participants in the justice system, the practicalities of testifying as a witness. Victim services workers will accompany if you wish to court and give you support during the court proceedings. Victim services workers do not provide legal advice to victims.

You may need legal advice, counselling, financial assistance or other services. Victim Services can provide resource information regarding appropriate government or community agencies.

We are available 24 hour 7 days a week. Victim Services personnel assist victims at the scene of a crime or traumatic event when requested to do so by emergency personnel. Some of these events are Sudden Deaths, NOK’s (next of kin notifications), Sexual assault, Domestic assault, Suicides and attempted Suicides, Robbery, anything that is a crime.

The Chase & District Police-based Victim Services is a FREE Resource designed to assist you. The program operates on the philosophy that the immediacy and nature of assistance that a victim receives following an incident can have a significant impact on their resulting wellness. It is the goal of the program, its staff and volunteers, to provide timely, relevant and supportive assistance. All communication with victims is confidential.

Referrals to Victim Services are made by Emergency personnel, community agencies, provincial authorities, and the criminal justice system.

Additionally, individuals / families / friends can Self-refer to the program.

We are here to help you, to listen to you to walk with you.

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Fire News Anglemont Fire Chief Graham Lucas There is a fire ban in most of B.C. Including the North Shuswap, only campfires are allowed, no burning barrels or yard cleanup fires.

Fire departments are now training with the use of Zoom, which allows us to keep in contact on a weekly basis and take care of mandatory exams, etc. The Covid 19 virus has affected the way we respond to calls; we must follow new procedures to keep firefighters safe and still respond to calls quickly.

We wish Bryan and Verda Rogers a happy retirement and thank them for their years of service. Thank you to all firefighters everywhere who are still responding to calls in these unusual times.

Remember Stay Home and Be Safe!

CSRD Protective Services

By Derek Sutherland Like everyone else, the CSRD Fire Services have been deeply affected by the COVID 19 pandemic. During this time, we have been concentrating on maintaining the core functions and responsibilities of the fire service.

We have suspended regular, inperson practice, but have taken the opportunity to develop a comprehensive online training program. This online training is designed to impart the theory and lecture component of our training program.

Once in-person training resumes, we will concentrate on learning and refreshing the practical skills. One of the success stories of this challenging time has

been our online training. It has been embraced by the firefighters throughout the CSRD. It is now our intention to maintain this online training delivery through recorded webinars for the future. This way, new members can complete the training when it is convenient for them and will allow more time on practice nights to complete practical drills.

Our firefighters are responding as always, but with stringent cleaning and distancing protocols in place. When members are not able to maintain social distancing, masks and gloves are worn to minimize the potential for infection.

There have been some requests for firefighters to deliver supplies to people isolating due to the pandemic. Our communities see our firefighters as helpers.

We also see ourselves as helpers.

However, we have asked our departments to stay away from these types of activities in order to keep them from being unnecessarily exposed to the virus.

Keeping our trained firefighters healthy is paramount.

Likewise, we have asked our fire departments to avoid response to controlled burns that are burning in contravention of the current fire bans. Of course, if these fires are threatening to become out of control, the fire department will respond. However, enforcement issues should be directed to the Report a Poacher and Polluter (RAPP) line at 1-877-952-7277 or #7277 on your cellular device.

Provincial Parks Re-opened

By Jo Anne Malpass Shuswap Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Parks re-opened for day-use on May 14 and Shuswap Lake Park opened for BC campers on June 1.

All Marine sites except Albas and St. Ives also reopened for day use May 14.

All campsite reservations must be made through Discover Camping, which was available again as of May 25.

“Preferential access to camping will be given to BC-residents for the 2020 camping season. Non-BC residents with existing reservations are asked to contact

the call centre before June 15 to cancel and receive a full refund.”

Not all facilities and services at Shuswap Lake Park may be operational. “Recent water system issues experienced at opening of the day use facilities have forced park operators to close these buildings until further notice. Pit toilets are still available for public use. Please be advised that we are working on the problem and will open these facilities up as soon as possible.”

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Chamber News

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

We invite you to the following Virtual Town Hall Meetings Director Jay Simpson June 10th at 6:30pm

MLA Greg Kyllo June 17th at 6:30pm

These meetings are being held via Zoom.

Please register by sending an email to info@northshuswapbc.com 250.804.8097

Hello everybody! How is everyone making out? These are trying times, aren’t they?

We have seen a huge adjustment to our lifestyles and day to day management. Doesn’t matter if it’s your personal life, emotion/mental well being, household adjustments, our financials and of course, our business sector.

This chamber write-up we are going to focus on Shuswap business recovery plan and where we go from here.

What resources are available? What opportunities might be presented as well as the challenges we are facing?

It has come as no surprise that all of the businesses in the North Shuswap have had to adjust rules, employees and hours to fit their financial needs and are trying their best to follow the Covid 19 guidelines set forth

by WCB and the health minister. We applaud everyone for doing their part, supporting local and making sure we get through this together for a safe and successful community.

The Shuswap Region has come up with an emergency response plan to help recover the loss of our economic sector. This plan has been developed by Shuswap Economic Development, Shuswap Tourism, Salmon Arm Economic Development Society, Community Futures Shuswap and the Tsuts'weye Women’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Network. There will be assistance available for our local businesses with respect to Digital Transition, Mentorship & Training, Community Marketing, GAP Financing/ Emergency Cash Flow, Workforce Support & Resource Sharing and Emergency Support Line. Most of this assistance is of no charge to

our local businesses and those interested should seriously look at all the opportunity to help expand, recover, or start a business in our community.

There is a lot of literature out there and it is constantly evolving as our situation changes, I would encourage anyone who needs assistance to contact Deb Seymour, our executive director for further guidance northshuswapbc@gmail.com Use this opportunity to take advantage of all the resources and tools, whether it be getting a website going, marketing strategies, or social media platforms. Seek out webinars, they are everywhere and can help educate you to bring your business back to life, start a new business and / or provide funding opportunities, recovery packages and other helpful information to get you back on track.

Here is a list of resources that may be useful for you.

Look for available webinars and information.

BC Chamber: bcchamber.org Small Business BC: smallbusinessbc.ca BC Economic Development Association: bceda.ca WorkSafeBC: worksafebc.com Destination BC: destinationbc.ca Look for opportunities and be creative, yes this has thrown us all in a loop, yes this is frustrating and somewhat depressing but look for the positive. Every challenge we face has a positive response, it’s up to you to figure this out with the help of our chamber and other resources. Encourage local spending and help promote others’ businesses in our (Continued on page 21)

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community that could use the help getting back on their feet. Our community succeeds because of small business, without them we would have no businesses in our community. The survival of these businesses is crucial to the overall success and economic feasibility in our area.

There are several avenues business owners can take to help recover their losses and the chamber wants to assist you the best way we can.

Again, to recap, seek assistance in many government related initiatives and local programs, watch webinars, look for opportunities, keep positive and keep the motion moving forward.

And by all means, please contact the North Shuswap Chamber so we can help you, we are here for you and want your business to succeed. We are all in this together. northshuswapbc@gmail.com

27th Poker Run Cancelled

By Margaret Acton Captain’s Village Marina is disappointed to announce the cancellation of our 27th Annual Father’s Day Poker Run. For the past several years, we have raised over $12,000 annually for charities in the North Shuswap, including the North Shuswap Lion’s Club and North Shuswap Elementary School.

Due to the uncertainty of COVID -19, we believe it is safer for participants and our amazing volunteers if we cancel the event. We fully plan on coordinating the Poker Run again for Father’s Day in 2021. Through the 26 years that Captain’s Village has hosted the event, we have observed so much laughter and love, which is why we are eager to continue the Poker Run in the future.

We want to thank all of our previous sponsors and volunteers for helping make the Poker Run a success year after year. We hope that everybody is staying safe and healthy and we look forward to planning an awesome Poker Run for 2021!

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Reminder for Safe Boating and Water Play

There are 14 lifejacket loaner stations for children around the Shuswap, like this one at Shuswap Lake Provincial Park in Scotch Creek. The lifejackets can be borrowed for free on the honour system.

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Submitted by SWC and RCMSAR Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Week is June 6 - 13 June 6 marks the start of the Annual Water Safety Week in Canada, and the Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) and Royal Canadian Marine Search And Rescue Station 106 Shuswap (RCMSAR) are reminding everyone on the lakes and rivers to play safe and be prepared for every outing on the water.

“The number one tip is to wear a lifejacket or personal flotation device every time you go out on the water,” says Erin Vieira, the SWC’s program manager. “We sometimes think we’re immune to accidents, but we’re not.

When an accident happens, your lifejacket buys you time to be rescued.”

There are 14 lifejacket loaner stations around the Shuswap, equipped with child -sized lifejackets that can be borrowed for free on a firstcome, first-served honour system. The lifejackets are provided by the RCMSAR and several community sponsors.

“Kids don’t float, but life-

jackets do,” adds Fred Banham, Station Leader for RCMSAR Station 106 Shuswap. “We want all children to be safe while boating or swimming in the lakes, and if a child needs a lifejacket they’re there to borrow. All we ask is they be returned for another child to use.”

Just as important as lifejackets is having a sober captain, Vieira adds. Boating under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs is illegal. Vieira points out that data from the Canadian Red Cross indicates that alcohol is a factor in 41% of boating-related fatalities.

The SWC also wants everyone to be informed about drowning prevention. “A lot of people don’t realize that drowning happens silently,” explains Vieira. “A swimmer in distress can’t call out for help - they are putting all their energy into staying afloat.”

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silent, listening is not an effective form of supervision.

Research by the Red Cross indicates that the absence of effective adult supervision is a factor in 75% of fatalities by drowning for children under the age of 10.

“Caregivers need to give their undivided attention to young or novice swimmers.

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ming with a buddy is always a better idea than swimming alone,” Vieira urges.

“Our Station and community volunteers are dedicated to saving lives on the water when our services are needed,” says Banham. “But equally important to our team, we encourage boaters to practice safe operations and procedures while on the lakes. We have lots of advice and tips on our website.”

Advocating for Local Businesses

By Greg Kyllo Shuswap MLA People across British Columbia have stepped up and made changes to their daily lives to help stop the spread of COVID-19, and as a result, we have nearly brought this virus under control. Last month, we heard the first details of the government's restart plan.

Unfortunately, following the announcement, many people and small business were left looking for clearer directions and further supports.

The process of returning our economy to its prepandemic state will be long and challenging, even with the available supports. For many small businesses, the thought of having to make the needed changes to operate safely, while also trying to figure out how they are going to make rent at the end of the month is simply overwhelming.

We know that businesses are struggling. A recent survey found that because of COVID, nearly half of independent restaurants believe they are likely to close for good. Government must act quickly and decisively to support small businesses before we lose these vital pieces of our communities.

The BC Liberal Caucus has been working every day to advocate for businesses across the province and is calling on the government to provide further supports where they are most needed.

Last month, our Official Opposition Leader Andrew Wilkinson wrote to the Premier encouraging him to provide immediate relief to the hospitality industry, which has been particularly affected by this pandemic.

This letter to the Premier follows earlier calls from the BC Liberal Caucus for further economic action like temporary PST relief, a commercial rent relief plan, and a plan that helps fund small businesses' access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety upgrades.

It is encouraging to see that in B.C. we have flattened the curve and are beginning the reopening process. However, we need to ensure that as we cautiously reopen, we are doing everything possible to keep the virus under control and support our businesses. We have a long road ahead of us, but I am hopeful we will see the people of our province thriving again soon.

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By Jim Cooperman The pandemic has been a massive shock to the world and as a result, there may never be a return to the same lifestyle we have always considered normal. In fact, the disease has actually exposed the many flaws in our society and thus, it has the potential to become a catalyst for the changes needed to improve our lives. While most of the key decisions are made in Ottawa and Victoria, there are opportunities for regions, like the Shuswap, to make beneficial changes.

The goal posts are shifting. For too long the mantra of continuous growth has been the driving force in the economy, as if we lived on an infinite planet where more of everything could continue forever. As society slowly emerges into a post-COVID world, the new buzzword is resilience, which communities now desire as they grapple with all the threats to our way of life that have been exposed by the pandemic.

First and foremost are the risks to our food supply, since most of it is either imported from the U.S. and Mexico or is dependent on

foreign temporary farm workers. Fortunately, the Shuswap has an abundant supply of quality arable land, which has the potential to feed all of us with ample more for export.

However, there are many obstacles that need to be addressed before sustainable agriculture can become a solution. Much of our farmland is underutilized and the costs are far too expensive for young people to purchase land. Solutions could include lease to purchase opportunities, cooperatives, and revising the rules to allow for large acreages to be subdivided into smaller, more affordable sizes that could be farmed more intensively.

In addition to providing more opportunities for growing food, we need to revise our diets to include more of the types of food we can grow and store locally. A classic example is the standard head of lettuce, which is a basic staple for most families. While there is no shortage of greens during the growing season, throughout the winter fresh greens can (Continued on page 25)

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only be grown here under lights. Cabbage is the ideal replacement in the winter, as it stores well under refrigeration and it is more nutritious and flavourful.

In addition to food, the Shuswap also grows fabulous trees. As the forest industry continues to weaken due to a combination of a declining timber supply and job-killing mechanization, the need for seedlings increases. Already, there are three successful tree nurseries and there is no doubt that more are needed, given the demand due to forest fires, pests, and logging.

Tourism, which has long been a key part of the Shuswap economy, is taking a hit from the pandemic and its recovery may be hampered for a few years until there are fewer risks from travel and more people can afford to enjoy a vacation again. A mitigation strategy could be pursued that would help to expand the tourism season by promoting Shuswap’s fabulous hiking and biking trails, as well as by building more trails, including the rail trail linking Sicamous to Armstrong along Mara Lake.

Imagine if more trails were developed and the North Shuswap became a destination for biking and hiking.

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With so many people now working from home, the nature of work will likely change for the better once we are free from the pandemic. It is possible that many people will want to leave the cities to live in rural communities like the North Shuswap, where they can enjoy a healthier lifestyle, more recreational opportunities and yet still be able to work remotely via the internet.

Many experts are calling for a green recovery that focuses on investments in technologies and infrastructure that help reduce carbon emissions. Ecosystem restoration is part of the federal plan and it is possible that funding could be secured to restore more of the Salmon River riparian zones.

Achieving greater resilience would include improving our community’s ability to cope with the stress from climate change and economic malaise, as well as from infectious diseases. Economic and social planning that encourages greater selfsufficiency, better food security, more affordable housing and a higher level of social cohesiveness would help to ensure that the Shuswap remains one of the best places in the world to live.

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By Gail McNeil-Oliver, NSHC Executive Director How are you doing four months into our possible new normal?

Some of us are overwhelmed and some of us are adapting the best that we can. I think most people know that a new normal is developing for everything that we do.

The province has had amazing direction and leadership from Dr. Bonnie Henry, our Provincial Health Officer. What a difficult job she has in being responsible for public health and to be constantly reassessing appropriate measures to keep our communities safe. She has my gratitude for providing guidance through such a historic and unthinkable situation!

We still have much to be thankful for at the health centre, especially for community support as we transform our new normal in the clinic. People have been supporting us with donations this year like the Ross Creek Country Store & Scotch Creek Bottle Depot bottle collection & Used Book Sales with a donation of almost $9000.00 to the Health Centre; the Lions Club fundraising event making nonsurgical masks with proceeds exceeding $2100.00 being donated to the Health Centre; and private donations coming in.

We also received a generous donation of personal protective equipment from Thompson Division of Family Practice which has allowed us to maintain safety protocols in the health centre when supplies were not available.

In this 4th month of dealing with COVID-19, we continue to look at how we do things to keep health services viable. We have applied for a small business loan and to the wage subsidy program to assist with clinic operational costs as we deal with a lower income from the medical services plan.

Clinic services like two days of lab services, manual osteopathy, foot care services are returning and with appropriate protocols in place to ensure that staff, doctors, therapists, and patients remain safe.

Our doctors have been doing phone visits with patients and thanks to Telus Health we were able to introduce virtual visits for patients who can use a computer or phone camera. We are grateful that Telus offered a free 4-month trial of this confidential virtual addition to our electronic medical program and waived $600.00 of start fees. This technology allows our doctors like Dr. Mistry to connect with patients as we weave our way through new ways of offering patient care. Face to face is still preferred for patient care to ensure good assessment but keeping the addition of virtual health will become a new normal in health care services.

One thing that the North Shuswap Health Society has decided to do to raise money for the North Shuswap Health Centre is a Golf Scramble Event! Physical distancing will apply! The second thing that the society has decided to do is a membership drive! Yes, we have (Continued on page 27)

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switched to YEARLY MEMBERSHIPS! A $20.00 per person yearly membership will support the health centre’s operating fund and the worthwhile endeavors of the health society. A large membership gives a voice to our community when we apply for grants or funding opportunities and when we lobby the government.

Membership also allows us to get information out to the community, giving members the opportunity to share what we are doing with family, friends, and neighbours that we may not necessarily be able to reach.

Communication with all of you is especially important as we launch a Community Wide Petition to express the needs for health services in our community. The receipt of petitions from our electoral area showing support from residents for health services will assist the CSRD Administration in responding positively to North Shuswap Health Services receiving a regular form of funding support. The petition is available in local stores or sign online to “Keep health care services in our community” at: http://chng.it/ Y65cc6y6b2 PLEASE NOTE: Donations made on this site do not go to the health centre.

Membership forms are available on our website at: www.nshealthcentre.ca They are also available at the health centre or can be emailed to you if you contact a board member at: northshuswaphealthsociety@gmail.com Join us on June 27th at Shuswap Lake Estates Golf Course for a 9 Hole Golf Scramble!

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Back to School . . .

For Some

By Larissa Lutjen All but a few students in British Columbia have been home since Spring Break ended at the end of March but starting on June 1, schools will reopen in a revised capacity.

Students in Kindergarten to grade 5 will be able to attend for two or three days a week. Grade 6 to 12 students can attend one day a week.

For parents who are Tier 1 Essential Workers and for students who require additional supports, their school week will potentially be the full five days. All parents will have the choice to keep students at home and continue with home learning opportunities if they prefer.

Both the Provincial Health Officer and WorkSafe BC have provided guidelines to help keep students and education workers safe. A School District 83 press release states that the district has undertaken a thorough cleaning of facilities while schools have been mostly empty and in June, custodians will be cleaning and disinfecting “high touch surfaces”, such as door knobs, light switches, desk tops and toys, regularly.

The WorkSafe protocols, which are available on-line, suggest the changes that students will see in the classroom, including classes of 10 -14 kids maximum, wide desk spacing, keeping students in smaller groups that stay together through the day, minimizing the number of adult contacts at school, staggering recess and lunch times, limiting the sharing of school supplies, and taking learning outdoors more often. Students will be washing their hands many times a day based on Hand Hygiene at School guidelines. On the

bus, students will sit one student or pair of siblings per seat with parents who are able to drive their students encouraged to do so, but parents will need to make an appointment before entering the building.

Parents will be responsible for monitoring kids for any symptoms of illness and keeping kids home if they are sick in any way. The most common initial symptoms of COVID-19 in children are a low-grade fever and a dry cough, with gastrointestinal symptoms occurring as the disease progresses. Teachers and administrators will not be monitoring students by, for example, checking temperatures, but will have a procedure ready for sending kids home as soon as possible if they become sick while at school. A list of health precautions will need to be checked at home for younger students and by staff at the high school before students can enter the building. Similarly, there will be procedures ready for moving staff who become sick at school out of the building quickly.

There are mixed responses from parents about whether they are ready to send their children back. On the Kicker Facebook page most respondents to the question of whether people are ready worried that it is too soon, although one respondent was concerned that that the gap between students will widen without in-class instruction and pointed out that until there is a vaccine we will have to live with some degree of risk. Some parents are concerned that the level of risk could be greater than we assume and worry that following and enforcing the (Continued on page 30)

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Celine Zanders has two schoolaged children and she has given them the choice of whether they want to return. She reports that her daughter in grade 11 at first thought that the one day a week made no sense when on-line learning and no bus ride was working well for her, but she now would like to attend if she can carpool in with a friend. Her daughter is currently working two week days but would not want to miss any labs that might be offered in her Biology 12 class. Celine's son in grade 8 would like to go to school but recognizes that the socializing he has been missing won't be the same. Celine feels the online school has worked well for her kids reporting that, “the teachers have been amazing and have put a huge amount of effort into their new planning and lessons”.

Sending students is voluntary as “[r]emote and online learning will continue to be available for remaining students”. The June 1 launch represents Stage 3 of a five stage sliding scale and is widely seen as a trial run for the September start-up. The complete suspension of all in-class instruction following Spring Break represented Stage 5 on the scale.

Looking forward to September, a Stage 1 reopening would see a full return with additional safety measures. An intermediate Stage 2 would see in-class learning for K-7 students on a part-time or full-time basis, and in-class learning for 8-12 students on a part-time basis with remote and online learning available for all.

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North Shuswap Class of 2020

By Larissa Lutjen Of all the things COVID has changed in our world one of the saddest has to be the loss of graduation ceremonies for grade 12 students who are not only finishing their year doing school from home, but will be missing out on the many important events and rituals that go along with grad.

Salmon Arm Secondary will be putting together a 'virtual grad' video so classmates can have a momento for the future but North Shuswap parents wanted to do more for their children, who have gone through school together and are graduating this year.

North Shuswap parents don’t want their children to miss getting dressed up, wearing their cap and gown, accepting their diplomas, gathering for a party and preparing to head off to their futures. The parents have come together to make that happen.

Rob Ellis has agreed to be a master of ceremonies for a small cap-and-gown ceremony, dinner, and mingling with music event. Mr. Ellis, as the Principal of North Shuswap Elementary, signed up

most of these grads for Kindergarten. He has watched the kids grow up and is basically extended family.

The parents and organizers of this event would like to thank the individuals and businesses who have donated items that will be used as prizes and gifts to make the night more memorable and exciting for the graduating students. If you would like to contribute please contact Brenda at 250-371-7778 or dobrayb@gmail.com.

The ceremony is tentatively scheduled for Monday, June 22 and will include a small number of invited guests in order to stay below the 50 person maximum for public gatherings. Many other precautions, such as keeping family units separated and staying outdoors, will ensure that public health guidelines are followed.

The group of graduating students from the North Shuswap is small this year, only a handful of kids, but one of the parents, Nadine Mayer, points out that it is possible that this will be the format for the next year's graduating class as well. She is grateful for the local support to create what will hopefully be a memorable night for North Shuswap grads.

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By Jo Anne Malpass South Shuswap Canada Day committee on May 1, posted “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 festival.

Given recent provincial announcements regarding large gatherings, along with other issues, 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!”

Celebrations at Lakeview Centre in Anglemont and a summer festival sponsored by the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce have also been cancelled for

this year.

In response to the current situation and the actions being taken by event organizers across the province, the Chase & District Festival Society and the Village of Chase have agreed to cancel the 2020 Lakeside Music Series, which includes Canada Day, Music on the Lake, and CornStock festivities.

On May 5, the Children’s Festival Society announced the Salmon Arm Canada Day Children’s Festival would not be taking place this year.

With gatherings banned due to the coronavirus pandemic, this year's federal Canada Day celebrations will take place online, Canadian Heritage Minister Stephen Guilbeault announced last month.

Canadian Heritage is planning a virtual July 1 show featuring Canadian artist performances and other programming.

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The Café is Coming to the North Shuswap

By Angela Lagore Well The Hub Crew was given an amazing opportunity, thanks to the current owner of the old Cookhouse/ Friends location, that we simply couldn’t refuse.

We will be opening The Café sometime early June and will be providing drive thru service only, throughout this summer. We will be focusing on simple breakfast and bakery items, as well as delicious morning beverages to please any taste buds!

We are hoping the summer brings us good revenue so we have the opportunity to purchase the building in the fall and provide a yearround breakfast joint for our community. We could then offer a complete full dine-in experience and all that it has to offer for those looking for that hearty, early morning breakfast.

We will be keeping this

summer’s menu small and taking it slow to ensure the utmost attention and care is provided to fulfill what we hope to be a busy successful drive-thru. We also ask for everyone to be patient with us the first little bit. We will have some closed days while we work out the kinks, but that’s only because we want to be able to open 7 days a week from 6am-11am.

We look forward to waking you up in the morning and starting your day off!

Stay tuned for open signs and hours of operation. The Hub Crew and all of our staff would also like to take this opportunity to personally thank the community for supporting The Hub thus far.

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By Bev Shea Here it is June already and we are golfing at Anglemont – hooray! Things are a little different this year, and changing all the time as the recommendations surrounding COVID-19 change.

At the time I am writing this, our procedure is to call or email Captain Doris before noon on Monday if you want to golf that week on Tuesday and Thursday morning. She puts together the foursome/threesomes and lets you know what your teetime is. We all try to arrive 15 minutes before our teetime so that we are ready to golf and also so that we can practice social distancing. It has been working well with 2

or 3 groups going out each morning. After golf, up to 20 people can visit on the deck – this gives everyone plenty of room to be six feet apart.

It is really nice to get out in the fresh air, get some exercise and visit with some different people. If you would like to join the ladies on Tuesday or Thursday morning contact Doris at 250-9550141 by Monday morning and she will set you up with a tee-time and a group to golf with.

We look forward to seeing some familiar faces and to meeting some new friends as well. As Dr. Henry tells us, be kind and keep your head down and follow through.

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By Gerry Shea The Anglemont Estates Men’s Golf Club has started its Thursday night golfing event. Health concerns (i.e. social distancing) is still a priority and until further notice, the club is having meals brought in from local outside vendors and being served on the large open deck.

Play starts at 5:00 PM, please show up at 4:30 PM. New members are always welcome. Once-a -month special scoring tournaments (3 club Thursday, etc.) are also planned.

The senior men play Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 8:30 AM, changing to 7:30 AM for July and August. The one mile, up and down walk is always a good way to start the morning.

The annual spring meeting of the Anglemont Estates Men’s Golf Club was held on Thursday, May 21. Some of the items discussed included the improvements to the course and the course condition update, any decisions regarding the club hockey pool situation vis-a-vis the NHL negotiations, information regarding the Rotary Club Discount cards and the timing for the upcoming Match Play Tournament. The main purpose, as always, is to increase the awareness of the Thursday night men’s play and add new members. For this year, the club is hoping to have about 26 members for the 2020 season.

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Hike the North Shuswap

Evelyn Falls, at the end of the trail.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Spending time outdoors every day, alone or with the people you live with, is an excellent way to take care of your mental and physical health during Covid 19, according to the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC. With 12 trail areas to chose from on the North Shuswap, Evelyn Falls trail is just one of those listed on the Shuswap Trail Alliance website. The approx. 3 km. round trip trail explores the forest above Anglemont and leads to a hidden waterfall.

The falls is on Hudson Creek.

Brothers, Bill and Tom Hudson were the first white settlers to build at Anglemont in the early 1900s and Evelyn was Bill’s eldest daughter.

Evelyn Falls is the newest walking/ snowshoeing wilderness trail on the North Shuswap. It was developed about five years ago by CSRD Parks in partnership with the Shuswap Trail Alliance (STA), Recreation Sites and Trails BC, and funding support from the Shuswap Community Foundation.

The trail takes about half an hour each way and is rated easier to more difficult. “We purposely tried to keep the grades no more than 10 per cent so it’s not a strenuous walk,” STA Executive Director Phil McIntyre Paul told the

Kicker. “Experienced hikers and snow shoers may want to explore some of the forest roads and skid tracks in the upper forest higher up the creek.”

The hike is great for a family adventure and follows the contours of a small valley but watch for slippery rocks, steep ledges and sensitive habitat.

To reach the trail, turn up Golf Course Road in Anglemont, park just past the Fire Hall on the right. Walk up to the top of the road and follow the little skid road a few feet until you see the trail marker with a map on the left. The trail climbs up the bank into the forest.

Other options for a hike on the North Shuswap include Albas Falls 4km

(round trip), Copper Island 3 km, Crowfoot Mountain and Mobley Lookout 8+ km from start of Sheep Track to Crowfoot Meadows; 5.5+ km from top of Sheep Track to Crowfoot Meadows; additional 6 km from Crowfoot Meadows to Mobley Mountain, Farrell's Field approx. 1.7 km looped trails, Grizzly (Fowler) Mountain, Pukeashun Mountain 13km (one way), Scotch Creek Greenway 3 km (one way) from Provincial Park to Wharf Road Park, Scotch Creek/ Hlina Lookout 6.5 km (one way), Seymour River Falls, Shuswap Lake Provincial Park various and Tsútswecw Provincial Park various.

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Trilogy Solutions June followed her mothOptimal health, holistic er’s advice, and led a successenergy, and genuine peace: ful career as a senior manager these are the three things that within the Neskonlith Band most accurately describe June for the majority of her career.

Kelly, and what she is on a In her various roles, she was mission to share with the often hired into newly created world. A certified herbalist positions and developed her with more than nine years of own job descriptions and experience, June combines goals. She would then diliher extensive traditional gently research the needs of Secwepemc wisdom with her each community that she formal training to provide served to understand how to custom herbal best meet their solutions deunique needs. signed to supJune managed port her custommultiple provers’ ideal ince-wide prohealth. grams for inGrowing up digenous comas one of nine munities, children on working with Neskonlith Band anywhere beland in Chase, tween a single British Columvillage to 203 bia, June recog- June Kelly is the owner of Up First Nations the Hill at Loakin, an alterna- communities at nized from an early age the val- tive & holistic health service a time to help ue and imestablish variportance of family. She cred- ous social services within its her mother, Nora Anthony- their communities. Over the Narcisse, as her biggest influ- years, these roles also helped ence, largely thanks to her her achieve success in her mother’s determination to own personal herbal business, succeed through her own hard as she developed a vast network and on her own terms. work of connections throughJune’s mother taught her chil- out British Columbia and dren to always take care of learned new skills along the themselves by earning their way. own success, and not rely on June left her career with the actions of others to help the Band to pursue her dream them get ahead in life. Nora of creating her own herbal guided June to understand her product company, Up the Hill worth and intelligence, emat Loakin, following in the phasizing the importance of footsteps of her greatgetting her education folgrandmother who was a tradilowed by a career serving the (Continued on page 37)

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tional medicine woman. Using wisdom passed down to her from her ancestors, June creates traditional herbal products and medicines designed to help her customers live their healthiest lives.

Her product line offers organic, nonGMO herbal personal care and medicinal products, with ingredients harvestLand Act: ed from their natural habitats in the Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land wilds of British Columbia. With every recipe tested and custom-made by Take notice that The Owners, Strata Plan KPS3002 from Kamloops, BC has June, she is continually expanding the applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations products available to her customers.

(MFLNRO), Thompson-Okanagan, for a license for Strata Moorage purposes “I love that I am my own boss,” situated on Provincial Crown land located near Scotch Creek over unsurveyed June explains of her career shift. “This Crown foreshore being part of the bed of Shuswap Lake and fronting on comdoesn't mean I slack off, but it does mon property Strata Plan EPS3002, Section 35 Township 22, Range 11, W6M, mean that I can take my business in the KDYD. direction that brings me the most joy and I can still be of service to my cliThe Lands File for this application is 3405003. Comments on this application ents.” may be submitted by one of two options: A typical day for June is waking up at 7:30 a.m., having her first cup of hot coffee, and then opening her laptop to Option 1: Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision website at: check if any new product orders came https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/applcations?clidDtid=3405003 where details of in overnight on her Etsy or Facebook the application and maps can be found. pages. She then posts to her Facebook business page, highlighting a product Option 2: by email to Senior Land Officer, Thomson-Okanagan, MFLNRO, at or service. Once her digital platforms 441 Columbia Street, Kamloops BC V2C 2T3 have been checked and updated, she fills her herbal product orders or atComments will be received by MFLNRO up to July 7th, 2020. MFLNRO tends to administrative or office dumay not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our ties. website https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/applications?clidDtid=3405003 for more In addition to creating and filling information. custom orders, Up the Hill at Loakin currently presents her herbal products Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part at group workshops and trade shows of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of throughout the interior. But her dreams Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource don’t stop there; June has big plans for Operations’ Office in Thompson-Okanagan. the future.

“I am a woman with the drive to succeed. I care about my clients and customers, and I love to generate a high quality product for my clients.”

Within the next two years, June plans to have a fully staffed brick-andmortar storefront available for local customers, as well as an established online presence and website where customers can access information and shop from the comfort of their homes.

She is also in the planning stages of building a complementary company, Healing: The Medicine Woman’s Way, which will be a transformational program designed to teach her clients how to achieve their optimal health and emotional wellbeing using indigenous knowledge, values and herbal products. mother proud of her. Although her mom one-of-a-kind products, life-changing serShe plans to offer a speaking tour series passed away more than 30 years ago, June vices, and contagiously positive energy and small-group workshops as part of her has intricately woven her mother’s culwith her family and community, and for multi-company services, sharing her imture, wisdom and traditional teachings that reason she has become a Woman to mense knowledge with communities throughout the fabric of her business and Watch. across Canada. personal life. A kind and genuine person Learn more about Tsuts'weye WomOne of June’s primary goals from a motivated to help those around her be the en's Entrepreneur and Innovation Network young age has always been to make her best versions of themselves, June shares at www.tsutweye.ca.

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Put a few games on your old smartphone and give it to the kids or grandkids to use for playing games. They will also enjoy playing with the camera and taking pictures of whatever. If you choose this option, just be sure to logout of your personal account whether it be your Apple (iPhone) or Google (Android) accounts before handing it over to them.

Turn your old phone into a webcam for your desktop computer if it doesn’t have one. You can download software such as EpocCam or DroidCam to your computer that includes instructions on how to turn a smartphone into a webcam.

Keep your old phone in the kitchen to use as a recipe resource, timer or a measurement conversion tool. It also doubles as a radio if you download a streaming radio app such as Tunein Radio.

Last but not least, turn your old phone into an emergency only device. All smartphones can call 911 regardless whether they have a SIM card in them or not as long as you’re in a location that has cell coverage.

These are but a few of the many things you can do with your old smartphone and it keeps them out the landfill. Enjoy!

You just got your shiny new smartphone and now may be wondering what to do with the old one. Or, maybe you have a drawer in your house filling up with old phones that are just gathering dust. Unless it’s broken, your old smartphone is still a powerful little minicomputer complete with WiFi and access to apps so there are plenty of ways to repurpose it into something useful. Here are a few ideas.

Turn it into a DIY security camera. Download a security camera app like Alfred on your old and new smartphones, mount your old phone where you need it and login to the app on your new phone to view live video from anywhere over the Internet. The Alfred app even has a motion detection option that can alert you when that racoon shows up at your bird feeder in the middle of the night. Works great!

Turn your old phone into a dedicated music player for your house or car. If you remove all of the photos and apps from an old phone, you can load it up with thousands of your favorite tunes.

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Pandemic Lays Waste to Friday Night Live

By Jim Cooperman As is the case with all events this summer in British Columbia, Friday Night Live cannot proceed due to the social distancing requirements.

All the fabulous bands that were booked to play in Scotch Creek this summer have been asked to come next year, if outdoor concerts are

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First Responders “911 … What is your emergency?”

By Karen Boulter Even as we continue to social distance, we are starting to see more people outside cleaning up their yards and preparing for the new season ahead.

North Shuswap First Responders would like to thank those who have already purchased their green with white reflective address signs, ensuring your homes can be found more easily during the nighttime hours, as well as during the day.

If you are just getting ready to mount your sign, be sure to consider the visibility from the road once the surrounding plants and trees grow up, as well as making sure it is high enough that the snow plow will not bury it during our next winter season.

Mounting the sign at your driveway entrance helps First Responders determine where to turn off the road. We cannot emphasize enough, how much these signs have helped us find you whenever we have been called upon to help.

With each new sign that is installed, another member of our community helps the ambulance attendants and fire fighters locate you when seconds count. Because our roads and homes are often hidden from view, these signs also help your friends locate you the first time they come to visit.

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address sign, you may contact Margaret Needham at 250-679 -2334 or ma.needham49@gmail.com .

The signs are only $35.00 and can be ordered with the numbers reading across or down, depending upon which way you will like to mount it. Please find the time to order your sign today and prepare ahead to ensure your safety.

Together, ‘We Make A Difference.’

Please contact Don Devine at donedevine@gmail.com or call 250-955-2101 to make arrangements and find out more about the home care medical equipment we have available for your use, free of charge.

If you are interested in joining our FR Society, please email Catherine McCrea at cm.nsbc@gmail.com We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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With Dr. Henry's direction of no public gatherings over 50 people, we cannot see how we could open the hall and keep everyone 6 feet apart.

The Pioneer Park is open with the reminder that people should follow the B.C. guidelines of physical distancing.

Thanks to Ed Elmes for refinishing the benches. Ed and John Barton reinstalled them in the park.

The Celista Market will open in July but with several restrictions.

As the situation changes and by the direction of Dr. Henry, we will make changes as appropriate.

The board will be in continuous discussion as time goes forward. Stay safe and have a good summer.

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LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY Anglemont and Surrounding Area

By Denise Meier The bears are here – in the compost bins – in the bushes – keeping us alert.

The little fawns will soon be wobbling through the forest with their mamas – learning to forage for themselves and survive in the wild. Please drive carefully on the roads, for their sake and yours. With the warmer weather here, there will be more cyclists out as well.

Enjoy the summer safely.

The Lakeview Community Centre will remain closed until the BC Health Minister lifts the bans on non-essential services. The June Breakfast is cancelled, but Exercise Classes with Carmen will restart as soon as the conditions permit. Members will be notified and information posted on the Lakeview website as soon as we are able to open our doors. Unfortunately we are forced to cancel the Canada Day Celebration as the grants for this event have been retracted.

At this time, the LCCS would like to remind all 2019 members that their 2020 dues are due. We would also like to invite all Anglemont residents who currently are not members of the LCCS to consider helping us with our expenses by purchasing a membership for $20.00 ea or $40.00 per family. You can find our membership form on our webpage at https:// www.lakeviewcommunitycentresociety. com/. Our monthly bills amount to about $2500.00, and any help we can get is greatly appreciated. Financial contributions can also be made and tax receipts can be issued. All donations can be made online via e-transfer to the Lakeview e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com , or call 250-6826235 to make arrangements. With continued support from our community, we will be able to continue to provide the functions that the LCCS has provided in the past.

Lakeview Centre Membership fees: $20/yr (per person) 7703 Squilax Anglemont Rd Anglemont, BC V0E 1M8 Hall Bookings/Games Room: Jim 250-682-6235 Email: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com Web: www.lakviewcommunitycentresociety.com

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Imai Trees Live on at Rose Clifford Park

By Larissa Lutjen the North Shuswap at the time, but a parFifteen years ago, the process of turn- ticularly cold winter killed most of their ing a Scotch Creek cow pasture into Rose plants. “It is almost impossible for the Clifford Park began. The Weidenbach younger generation to understand the family had agreed to sell their homestead hardship we experienced in those years,” to the Columbia Shuswap Regional Dis- Frank related. trict and locals contributed ideas, proHe would go on to work at the newly posed names and picked rocks from the created Scotch Creek Provincial Park prepared ground. from 1957 to 1968, open the Park Store The park was in 1958, and run eventually named Frank's Rose Clifford in Campground honour of the from 1964 to eleven-year-old 1979. At the girl who died same time, Akinearby while savko and Frank ing her cousin maintained their from drowning in home with a 1920. It added a beautifully tendmuch needed seced garden at the ond ball diamond, corner of their among other original properMoving the trees in 2008 things, to the comty. Their genermunity. osity to the The original community ball diamond, included donatImai Park, was ing $10,000 officially donated toward a minito the community bus for North in 1974 although, Shuswap according to an School in 1982 article in the in addition to Shuswap Chronithe ball field cles, Volume 7, land. In 1990,

by Anne Brown, they were dethe property beclared the CitiImai Trees living on at Rose Clifford Park longing to the zens of the Year Imai family had by the North been used as a ball field since the 1950's. Shuswap Chamber of Commerce.

Frank and Akiko Imai, with their chilAlthough they passed away in 1996 dren, were some of the more than 22,000 and 1997 respectively, much of their JapJapanese-Canadians who were forcibly anese style gardens were still intact in removed from their homes in the Lower 2008 when the old house was set to be Mainland and sent to internment camps in burned for fire practice. Through a the interior during World War II. About chance conversation, Craig Spooner and 20 families, including the Imais, the Varya Lutjen decided to try to save some Nakazawas, the Saitos, the Nakamotos of the trees and plants that were at the and the Nabatas, resettled in the North property. On April 6, 2008, 80 years after Shuswap bringing their love of baseball Frank first immigrated to Canada, Craig with them. Having lost their grocery store dug up about five good sized trees from on Powell Street in Vancouver, the Imais the Imai’s gardens and moved them to purchased 160 acres of forested land in Rose Clifford Park where Varya and her Scotch Creek once the war was over. volunteers helped with the replanting.

In the same article, Frank Imai reToday you can see a living legacy called: “The first few years of our life from the Imai family at Rose Clifford here were nothing but hard work in clear- park in the form of two maple trees and ing very dense forest, falling about two- one flowering plum, all of which surfoot diameter trees every day.” As they vived the move from their garden. They cleared the area where Imai and Rose now grow on the land the Imai’s originalClifford parks are today they planted ly cleared, next to the ball park they genstrawberries, which was a popular crop in erously donated to the community.

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Lions Club News

By Ted Danyluk WOW! Our community really came together to support last month’s Personal Face Mask Fundraiser in support of the North Shuswap Health Centre Society. A heartfelt Thank You…. *To our Sewers - Kath Rowbotham, Rhea Warkentin, Corrine Gaskin, Karen Ruddock, Geri Sandor, Betty St. Amand, Bev Shea, Lois Penner, Tom Price, Dianne Fisher, Brenda Buffel, Vicky Strachan, Donna Cunningham, Kari Dion, Diane Kimble, Joanne Bird, Brenda Brown *To the local businesses for their donation of fabric – Mylo’s and Di-Versity Quilt Shop (Diane Jensen) *To the local businesses for letting the Lions “set up shop” at their location to collect donations and distribute the masks – Gateway, Scotch Creek Market, Ross Creek Country Store & Campground and Sunnyside Supermarket *To the individuals, organizations and businesses for advertising using their Facebook pages or email contact lists – North Shuswap Kicker, North Shuswap Health Centre Society, Principal Paul Rosman from North Shuswap Elementary School, Connie Orr, Bev Shea, Lakeview Centre, North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce, Alice Brideau Over 320 Personal Face Masks were scooped up in 3 hours. The final number of sold masks totaled 420.

The final amount that the residents of the North Shuswap raised for the Health Centre Society was $2158.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. THANK YOU Just like other service organizations, the pandemic we are experiencing has truly hit the North Shuswap Lions very hard. Our project committees and regular meetings have either been cancelled, held via email or with Zoom. The regular meetings have gotten back on track albeit sitting in a big circle, two meters apart while wearing face masks. It is great that we can meet but the big problem with this set up is that members are sitting so far apart they have to yell so others can hear what is being said.

The present closure of casinos is a very great concern to our Club. Our annual Community Gaming Grant is dependent upon their profits; the longer they stay closed will mean a greater reduction in our Grant.

The most difficult situation we are facing as a club is not being able to do what we do best – raise money in fun ways to help make things better for people in the North Shuswap. All our upcoming projects have either been cancelled or put on hold. Since our projects usually involved large groups of people in close proximity, we need to come up with new ways of fund raising that implement measures to reduce the risk of transmission. This will mean smaller groups, maintaining a social distance and providing for a clean and hygienic environment. It is not impossible, but it will take some time. If you have any ideas, we would sure like to hear them. Call Ted at 250 -955-6384

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Drinking water precautions during and after flooding Interior Health In areas throughout the Interior region, river levels have been high due to snowmelt and rainfall. The River Forecast Centre continues to monitor conditions. Part of being prepared includes being aware of water safety following local flooding.

Drinking water can be affected during and after floods. If you are unsure of the safety of your water following a flood, use an alternate source of water.

Individuals with compromised immune systems and chronic illnesses, infants, or the elderly are at higher risk when the drinking water is affected. Floods may significantly increase risk to your health by introducing raw sewage, chemical contaminants, and debris into water sources.

It is important to remember the following when your drinking water is affected by floods: Do not drink or use any water that has been contaminated with flood wa-

ters. Do not swallow water while you are showering or bathing. Your drinking water sources may need to be treated and tested before consumption can resume.

For cleaning of your dishes, rinse them for a minute in diluted bleach (one tablespoon of household bleach per gallon of tap water). If you are using a dishwasher, use the hot wash and dry cycle.

Many disease causing microbial agents, such as E. coli may be present in water impacted by flooding. Wash your hands with soap after contact with flood waters or handling items that have come into contact with flood waters.

A current list of water advisories and notices is available at: www.drinkingwaterforeveryone.ca/.

You can also visit your Regional District website to see if your drinking water is impacted by the flood.

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By Jan Penner etable oil soap was billed as being This month our item is an egg sepa- “Pure Enough to Eat”, not a pleasant rator. This simple device requires thought for children facing a mouth breaking the egg over it. The yolk cleansing for poor language! catches in the center bowl and the white During World War II, much of Watslides through the holes into a bowl kins’ manufacturing was focused on the below. It reduces the risk of the yolk war effort. Dried eggs, powdered juicbreaking and mixing with the egg white es, powdered desserts and vitamins are – an absolute must for a luscious lemon some of the products they produce for meringue pie, among other culinary troops. Hospital germicide and insecticreations. Congratulations to our win- cide powders were also on the producner, Margaret Pepper. tion line.

Since the item is so familiar and the Watkins products have long been picture clear enough to display the associated with quality and reliability. company name, I thought I No longer a family busiwould take a look at the Last Month’s Thing ness, but now an internaWatkins Company instead of tional endeavor, Watkins Egg Separator the item itself. It was, by the Today makes home remedy way, patented and manufacand natural wellness their tured circa 1920, and was trademark. The product made of tin. The small hole line includes organic spices, in the handle allowed it to be natural cleaners and beauty hung from a hook for easy products. They no longer accessibility in the kitchen. have door-to-door salesEstablished in 1868 in men, but representatives Name That Thing Plainview Minnesota, by can be found in communiJoseph Ray Watkins, the ties throughout the U. S. Watkins company has underand Canada. gone many changes in its Here is our item for next 150+ year history. It began month. Get your guesses in as a door-to-door retail busiand you could be our next ness, with the chief product $25 draw prize winner! an all-natural liniment. By Email: kicker@kicker.ca.

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Thanking Front-line Workers

By Jo Anne Malpass Frontline workers in Scotch Creek were surprised by a small group (to allow for physical distancing) making some noise to show the community’s appreciation.

The group chose a Wednesday at noon when clinic staff, Dr. Mistry, Life Labs and pharmacy staff would be there.

After banging pots and pans and displaying thank you signs at the clinic and pharmacy, the group went across the street to show their gratitude to Scotch Creek Market staff.

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Letters to the Editor Health Centre is vitally important

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I have recently joined the Board of Directors of the North Shuswap Health Centre Society as the representative of the North Shuswap Lions. The reason for my joining the Board of Directors was my concern that the Society was having financial difficulties and I wanted to help. The Health Centre is vitally important to myself and my wife as we use it frequently.

The Health Centre has a structural funding problem in that it cannot provide the wide range of health services that we all need on the North Shuswap without a reliable funding source of approximately $60,000 per year for its ongoing operating expenses. It currently relies on income generated directly from the clinic as well as fund raising and donations from North Shuswap residents. Without those fund-raising initiatives and the generous donations of our citizens, the Health Centre could not survive.

The COVID -19 crisis has added to the short-term funding problem.

The Society has lobbied the Interior Health Authority for many years to provide funding but to no avail. The Health Centre Executive Director recently made a submission to the CSRD Board for long term funding in the form of direct taxation which would cost each of us approximately $15 per year but that was turned down.

The Health Centre is currently preparing a funding application to the BC Ministry of Health with the support of our MLA Greg Kyllo, to obtain long term funding. If that is not successful the Health Centre plans to again approach the

CSRD to support a North Shuswap area wide tax. The CSRD, with the assistance of our Representative Jay Simpson, has provided a onetime grant in the amount of $20,000 to assist in the short term funding problem.

The Health Centre is currently undertaking a membership drive and also asking for donations from those who can afford it.

Recently the Federal Government has announced a one-time tax free grant to all seniors of $300 which I understand will be automatically paid to us this month or next without application.

I know that many seniors will need this to help with on-going expenses, but many seniors are doing quite well, and this is extra money that they do not require for living expenses.

I think this is a wonderful opportunity for those of us who can afford it to send all or a portion of this grant to help the North Shuswap Health Centre. Not only will your donation help the Center stay open but you will get a receipt with a tax number to get some of the money back when you file next year’s income tax.

Donations can be mailed directly to North Shuswap Health Centre, #2, 3874 Squilax Anglemont Rd Scotch Creek BC V0E 1M5 or send an e transfer to treasurer.nshc@gmail.com or our website at www.nshealthcentre.ca. and follow the links. Be sure to provide your address so that a receipt can be sent to you.

Thanks for your help.

Pat Anderson

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Letters to the Editor To the CSRD Directors After reading Dr. Mistry's letter to the editor, I feel compelled to respond addressing the directors of the CSRD on behalf of the elderly population of in the North Shuswap (me being one of these as I am 85 years old).

It appears that the directors do not have a realistic understanding about our situation here on the North shore.

There are many elderly people living here. Having a clinic close by is in support of our 'BETTER AT HOME’ motto as we seniors and others who can’t drive, depend on volunteers driving us to the doctor. Driving time from the North shore to Dr. visits depends on where someone on the North shore lives. If one’s doctor’s office is situated in Salmon Arm, the driving time can be anywhere from a half hour to one and a half hours.

Add another hour drive time if the Dr. Office is in Kamloops.

I hope you can appreci-

ate it is very difficult to ask a volunteer to drive these distances, especially in the winter as the conditions of our roads are not too good at certain parts of the North shore. This additional driving creates all sorts of additional risks and costs - were those fully taken into account as you were making this decision?

You do not have to ask an outside consultant for advice, instead please spend the money on a more convenient Healthcare centre.

Directors of the CSRD are elected by the people.

We would like to trust that they have the best interest to represent all, including us here on the North shore.

We request 2 or 3 years of financial support so the clinic in close proximity to us North shore full time residents, has a chance to become self sustaining.

Ineke Vervoort

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Let the Community Decide It was with increasing anger and dismay, reading Dr Mistry's letter to the editor detailing the lack of help from the CSRD to the North Shuswap Health clinic. It is particularly maddening when you consider that the CSRD paid over a million 2 years ago for a property in Celista for a boat launch that after finally getting the go ahead will probably cost another million. This was done without a community vote to see if the residents wanted to pay for it.

I’m sure the residents of the North Shuswap would gladly pay an additional $20- $50 dollars a year to keep the clinic.

What right does the CSRD have to decide what is best for our community?

I think we should have a voice in our future.

How can we change this and get a vote for the things that matter?

Paula Woods Celista

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OR Library Re-opening Plan ORL Website The Okanagan Regional Library is beginning a phased re-opening plan on June 2.

Phase 1 – Curbside Holds Pick-up and Book Drop.

Curbside Holds Pick-Up 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.

North Shuswap Library at Scotch Creek is open for curbside pick up on Tuesday from 12-4pm, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 11

am – 3 pm.

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 Pickup. 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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By Andy Finnen Branch Head, Chase Library The Chase Library is currently closed for browsing but that doesn’t mean you can’t get the items you want!

Library Takeout lets you pick up your holds or ask staff to select items for you!

How does it work?

Through our website, you can place holds on any item you would like. When it is ready for pick up you will get a notification.

Why do I need an appointment? To adhere to

physical distancing guidelines, we are trying to limit the number of people outside a branch at a time. It also gives us an opportunity to make sure your items are ready to go when you arrive.

How will pick ups work?

When you arrive at your branch for your appointment, call the library to let them know you are there. Follow the directions given to you by the staff member. For your safety and the safety of our staff, please follow all signage and directions.

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School News

By Jan Penner As of the beginning of June, we are returning to classroom instruction with students attending on a volunteer basis. Home Learning Opportunities will continue to be provided for students who remain at home. Teachers will strive to continue connecting with all students, whether they are online or in the classroom.

Understandably, many parents, students and district staffs are questioning the safety and reasoning of reopening. While the reasoning is far too multi-faceted to discuss here, rest assured all recommended safety protocols will be in place and be followed as closely as possible. The health and wellbeing of everyone in our buildings is uppermost in all of our actions.

I would again like to thank our families for your understanding and cooperation during this unprecedented situation. All of our staff have worked very hard to provide the best learning opportunities we can for our students and we have regularly heard expressions of gratitude for our efforts from our students and their parents.

While we have no firm idea

yet as to what the next few months will look like in our schools, rest assured North Shuswap School staff will continue to work diligently to provide support for our students, whether they are in class or continuing to work on learning activities at home.

For those of you with a child starting Kindergarten in September, plans are being formulated to introduce your child to our school, be it remotely, with a drive-through approach or some other yet to be determined activity.

Please keep an eye on your e-mail as this is likely to be the best format for sharing information. If you have questions, you can call the school at 250-955-2214.

A big thanks to the Chase Food Bank for their generous donations to our community.

The hampers which have been distributed are much appreciated.

The next few weeks will be challenging. We will come through it stronger and wiser if we always remember to be patient, be caring and treat each other with kindness and respect.

Go Cougars!

For your Support

Our family would like to express sincere gratitude for the support we have received during our time of mourning the loss of Jessica Sangster. It is at difficult times like these that the kind acts from the community, school, Lions, amazing friends and neighbours mean so much.

Thank you for your kind words, your visits, cards, meals, your thoughts and for reaching out in very special ways. Your kindness meant so much to us and we are very appreciative of you all. Having your support has helped us all at this difficult time.

The Bentley & Sangster Family

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FEATURE ARTIST - DARBY’S CREATIVE DESIGNS

By Jo Anne Malpass Darbyʼs Creative Designs are custom, hand made and local, featuring re-purposed wood signs, Tshirts and glassware.

Darby Pollock said, “I love creating and making new things look old.”

She had always enjoyed scrapbooking and when she joined Pinterest, she saw ideas for wood signs. “First time I was on there, I thought, hey I can do that.” She started with her wood signs about seven years ago and then as the years went on, she started adding to the mediums she was already using. She began creating designs for T-shirts, then vinyl designs to print on mugs/glassware and two years ago, she started doing the tumblers “and I love it, thatʼs my favourite part”.

Darby does all the design work, but her Dad helps her with cutting on the table saw and her Mom does most of the painting, following Darbyʼs designs.

Darby will do made-to-order items, customized and personalized

to your wishes. Sometimes a client will have a picture of what they want but often Darby takes the idea and uses her own vision. She does a mock-up for the customer and, once she gets the okay, she cuts the pieces, sands it, presses it and gives

it to her mom to paint. Then she does the finishing touches.

She uses a BC made, chalkbased paint. If her customer wants something safe for outdoors, she can make them weather resistant, using an outdoor sealer.

One of her most popular custom items is her baby announcement signs and she also has done quite a few personalized signs for realtors to give clients for their new homes.

Another one of her popular signs is a quote from naturalist John Muir.

“Into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul.” Darby puts her own flair into it with her forest design underneath the quote. She said she always tries to make the signs unique, not copies of somebody else, to make them local and stand out.

For her clothing/material items, she does her designs on vinyl and then uses a heat transfer process to apply them. Along with the T-shirts, she has made door mats, blankets, Santa Bags and Onesies. These items are machine delicate washable and tumble dry on low. One of her recent Tshirt and hoodie designs, I Survived Snowmaggedon, was a big local success.

She uses a quality, outdoor vinyl on glassware (including plates, mugs, wine glasses, cutting boards, tumblers, etc.).

Her tumblers start with an idea and then she uses a variety of processes to make the finished product. Depending on the design, it can take about a week as the process is done in layers, with different sizes and styles of glitter, a variety of colours and layers of paint which she sometimes distresses to get the effect she wants, decals of her own design and a UV protection epoxy resin. All her glassware is hand wash only.

Darby agrees with the saying on one of her signs, “Memories made at Shuswap Lake last a Lifetime”. “I have seen that happen,” she says.

“I grew up boating on the lake and

snowmobiling on Crowfoot.” Her grandma was raised Salmon Arm and the family gathered at a cabin on the Little Shuswap. She visited often from a young age and made Scotch Creek her permanent home 19 years ago. “I love it out here, I canʼt imagine being anywhere else.

Itʼs the best place on earth.”

During this time of Covid-19, she is teaching herself to use a scroll saw and thinking of ways to expand to more mediums with her art. She hopes to one day get into designing and creating 3D items but knows that is an expensive proposition.

Darby has sold at various art markets and special events on the North and South Shuswap and Kamloops, including Christmas at Cedar Heights market and at the Hub. With events cancelled at this time, she has been taking orders and arranging pick-up or drop off using her Facebook page. You do not need to be on Facebook to look at her site at Facebook.com/ darbycreativedesigns. You can also email her at darbyscreativedesigns@outlook.com She has also shipped items across Canada and into the US. Some of her tumblers even made it to South Africa.

Darby looks forward to making your idea for a sign or glassware into a reality. “We can make almost anything you can put in front of us.”

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• Virtual Town Hall Meeting - Director Jay Simp-

St. David’s by-the-Lake Anglican/United Church 5518 S-A Rd, Celista www.stdavidschurch.info Rev Brian Smith  Sunday, 11am North Shuswap Christian Fellowship 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek - 250-955-2545 www.nscfchurch.org  Worship & Sunday School, 10:30 am Potluck 3rd Sunday Pastor Scott Ross Shuswap Community Church Sorrento Campus Sunday, 10:30 am At Sorrento Memorial Hall 1159 Passchendaele Rd. 250.835.4004 Catholic Services Our Lady of the Lake Blind Bay  Sunday, 11: 15 am Blessed Sacrament Chase  Saturday, 4pm Sorrento Evangelical Free Church Sunday, Adult Bible Class, 9:30am Sunday, Worship 11:00am Cedar Heights Community Hall Pastor Tim Hill 250-304-7578 PLEASE CHECK CHURCH DIRECTLY TO CONFIRM WHEN SERVICES WILL RESUME AND WHAT SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE IN PLACE DUE TO COVID 19

son June 10th, 6:30pm. Via Zoom. Please register at info@northshuswapbc.com or 250-8048097.

Organized by NS Chamber of Commerce.

• Music Trivia - with Angie Heinze Thursdays at the Hub. FMI 250-955-2002 • Virtual Town Hall Meeting - MLA Greg Kyllo June 17th, 6:30pm. Via Zoom. Please register at info@northshuswapbc.com or 250-804-8097.

Organized by NS Chamber of Commerce.

• 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.

• North Shuswap Chamber Meeting Meetings will be held via the web. Next meeting to be held on Monday June 29, 6:30pm. FMI info@northshuswapbc.com • 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 pg. 10 • Doctors in the Clinic - Call the Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or follow northshuswaphealth Facebook page for updates and availability of doctors to accept phone visits.

• Shuswap Better at Home - help for seniors living independently with supports such as grocery shopping and delivery, prescription, food bank/

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Assistance or info, contact Central Intake. 250253-2749 or sbahintake@outlook.com.

SOUTH SHUSWAP • Copper Island Health Clinic - Call 250-6753661 or www.sshss.ca for updated information.

Copper Island Wellness Centre, Blind Bay Marketplace WEBINARS Tsuts’weye Women’s Entrepreneur & Innovation Network - https://tsutsweye.ca/ • Grounding your Wisdom with Andrea Menard - Thurs June 11, 7pm . Feeling triggered by this forced isolation, freaked out by the sci-fi look of your neighbourhood, or just plain exhausted? Join Andrea LIVE for her online Grounding Your Wisdom Webinar. Register: jjohn@tsutsweye.ca • 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 FARMERS MARKETS • Celista Farmer’s Market - Wednesdays starting July 1st, 9am to 1pm • Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market - Opening in June. Follow Facebook for start date and location.

• Sorrento Village Farmers Market - Saturdays 8am to noon

For upcoming events in and around the Shuswap check out North Shuswap Events on Facebook or Shuswap Culture

Do you have an ON-LINE MEETING, WEBINAR, EVENT you would like to promote? The Kicker would like to help.

With webinars and group meetings being the new normal, the Kicker would like to help local organizations planning a virtual meeting to get the word out.

Email details to editorial@kicker.ca Please keep it brief - no more than 50 words. * Name of event * Date/ me/loca on (ie. zoom, gotomee ing, webex etc.) * Contact info DEADLINE to submit: Monday June 22 . June Kicker delivers Friday July 3

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What's Sprouting Up in the Garden?

Emotions - Messengers that move through the Body

By Rachelle Horvath Medical Science now understands that our emotions cause us to be sick, or specifically the blocked energy being repressed causes the problems in the body. It is believed that 85% of diseases and illness in the body are created by the emotions and mind patterns.

Supressing emotions creates dams in your body. The extent of the trauma and the length of time you have endured it, determines the stubbornness of the blockage. Much like a clogged pipe in your house restricts the flow of water, clearing the clog releases the energy flow throughout the body.

We are everything we feel and think. From birth to the age of 7 is when we are programed. Much like a new computer comes with a clean program and then we input the information into it, every little thing is being input into our individual programs. Sight, Sound, Smell, Taste and Feeling. Each sense gathers information and sends it to the brain. With this information, we perceive the world around us. These are the much-known senses, many neurologists actually identify with nine or more senses. By age 3 we generally have developed our patterns of how we feel about ourselves. Information is gathered by how we are spoken to and treated.

In society, we generally repress emotions. We are told to not cry, be a big boy. Not to show that we are vulnerable. Shamed when we are being emotional. Emotions are categorized as good and bad. We tend to only want to be around people experiencing good emotions and not to be around when there is friction. When suppressing our emotions, they need to go somewhere so our body stores them in the tissues.

Our thoughts are stored in the left side of the brain. By doing this we can be liked and accepted by the people in our lives and society. It is easy to understand that eventually the emotions surface, especially middle age. Often in the form of depression, confusion and disease. We are finding these surfacing at a much younger age, in the form of hereditary diseases.

The body has limited ways to communicate, so tends to show us through pain and illness. Homeopathic doctors have tracked and documented their findings regarding what emotions are connected to different ailments and body parts. There are various techniques that can assist you to release these emotional energy blocks from the body. Revealing subconscious fears and their origins and dealing with the emotions. Begin by finding out what emotions you are feeling or what you’re thinking and experiencing and then choose to feel something different.

Learn how you process your thoughts and emotions. This is about accepting and moving forward with new direction.

Modalities that would come into play to assist you in healing these emotional blockages are Kinesiology, Medical Intuition, Acupuncture, Acupressure, Healing Touch and Touch for Health just to name a few.

There are many Holistic Modalities that are available to you in our area, that can assist you in your quest for a Healthful lifestyle.

I am available for consultation on this subject.

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Our prayer shawl ministry has been around for many years If you, or someone you know would like a prayer shawl during these “challenging times, contact Kath Rowbotham at 1--250-318-0317 Although the COVID pandemic is letting up a bit, we are still instructed to delay opening up the church until at least the end of June or longer For service updates, or to make requests for prayer or assistance, contact us at worship@stdavidschurch.info phone: 955-6467 or 955-8129 Visit our website: www.stdavidschurch.info

Thrift Shop News We are awaiting authorization to open at a time that is safe for our customers and volunteers. That may be quite some time away yet. Watch for donation drop off and opening dates on community notice boards or on our website We miss all of you, and anxiously await the time when we can gather together again Thank you for your patronage and donations in the past and your patience now.

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A NGLEMONT CARPET CLEANING ASSURED QUALITY GENERAL CONTRACTING N ORTH SHUSWAP JUNK REMOVAL truck mount carpet cleaning, ♦ quality home renovations & repairs ♦

Bryan Wagar

250-517-8172

Reading Tutoring Boost your child’s confidence with fun & interactive sessions

Linda Rightmire

Literacy Specialist K-12 Teacher, LART & University instructor

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Kyle Lessey

250-679-2164

(Cell) 250-320-6820

Repairs & Maintenance of Docks NEW WOOD DOCKS OR USED DOCKS

Custom Sawmilling, High Mountain Farm. Fir and cedar products. beams 6x6, 8x8, bevel siding, board & batton, channel, fascia etc. Firewood available for pickup.

Dwayn 250-955-2415 highmountainfarm@gmail.com

Celista Hair Studio Helga Terwoort For all your hair-care needs call 250-955-6195 5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

Helping Hands Handyman projects around your home and yard, fencing, gardening, painting, staining etc. call Rob 250-517-9324

Celista Esthetics Courtney Meier Manicures, Pedicures, Waxing, Facials

250-682-6910 5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

Life Force Experiential Activities

YOGA CLASSES & more Hoping to Re-Open Soon Lee Creek 250-679-4411 LifeForceEnergy.net

TOPSOIL MANURE (rotted) SAND - GRAVEL LOT CLEARING EXCAVATING 250-955-6435

♦ Interior & Exterior Painting ♦ Cedar Hedge Maintenance & Pruning QUALITY WORK & RELIABLE

Serving the Shuswap & Area

778-257-0572

250-955-2500 Cell 250-819-2500 linda.lkendall@gmail.com

Ship Shape Shelter Indoor Boat and RV Storage.

Call: 250-835-4224 cell: 250-852-2900 or email: shipshapeshelter@hotmail.com for special introductory rates.

Shuswap Piano Tuning, Restoration & Grand Piano Consultation call or text 250-517-7717

THOMPSON RIVERS APPRAISALS

Moss roots DESTROY shingles

250-852-2298 REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Magna Bay www.trappraisals.ca

250-682-5995 250-372-2599

WITHOUT DAMAGING SHINGLES

Looks New Again!

• Pre-purchase and Pre-sale

appraisal reports

• Mortgage Refinancing?

• Estate or Division of Family Assets?

• Depreciation Reports for Strata

Properties

250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca References available

Serving the North Shuswap

Over 30 years Experience

MOSS REMOVAL

(AACI, CRP)

Serving the area since 1981

Terry Hickey

1- 403-978-3508

Free Professional Quotes

Fully Accredited Appraisers and Depreciation Report Planners

Online Lessons Now Available

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Bonded B Gas Fitter

SERVICES

Brush with Greatness

250-955-2500 250-318-2890 • • • •

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Cuts ● Colors ● Manicures Pedicures ● Facials ● Waxing Lash & Brow Tints ● Nails

At the Centre in Scotch Creek

250-320-4050

Are you living in CLUTTER?

Is your mess Overtaking you?

Do you need to declutter your home or property and not sure where to start?

Let me help you out!

Give Rita a call at

250-515-6068 $18 consultation fee

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REASONABLY PRICED Road building — land clearing CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

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Leave your Fur-Babe with us in our loving home to ensure PEACE OF MIND

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while at work or at play

Call Dorhn 250-212-8638 djbosch@telus.net

Certified Faller • Selective Logging Tree & Limb Clean-up • Site-Prep • Excavating Bulldozing • Trucking & Gravel Products

• Daily and weekly spots • Prefer smaller breeds

8774 Holding Rd, Chase

We Sell A Little Bit of Everything

Call or Text Debbie

• LIQUOR • FISHING TACKLE & LICENSES • GROCERIES • HUNTING LICENSES

587-783-4325 tlunden51@gmail.com

EXCELLENT RESULTS Pre-spray, Clean & Rinse Method Leaves no Residue

Call now for Free Estimate Bryan 250-517-8172 Dave Jones Painting Service

Drywall (New & Repairs) Paint Ceiling Repair Stain removal

Professional & Superior

Workmanship

604-842-4375 Scotch Creek

20 years experience

ORDER YOURS TODAY! Contact Margaret at 250-679-2334 or Ma.needham49@gmail.com North Shuswap First Responders

9am-9pm Sun 10am-8pm

Summer 2020 Items Now Available!

ANGLEMONT CARPET CLEANING

Powerful Truck Mounted Steam Cleaning

Project Dock in Celista needs some framing wood replaced, ramp ok, built 4 years ago, flotation is almost new, used to be foam, now proper flotation plastic cubes for docks. $1600 three years ago. Includes 4 dock wheels to haul up in fall. Asking $900 Brent 604-805-0566

250-679-8904

Limited spaces available

North Shore Odd Jobs Do you have Odd Jobs that need to be done? Semi-Retired Gentleman with Hands to Help.

Rates Negotiable.

Eugene 780-268-5477

FOR SALE

Intuitive (Quantum) Healing

Join our FB Group (Dynamic Debs Partylite) for contests, specials, new product and games!

Conveniently ships right to your home!

Any inquiries please call or text Deb. I look forward to getting to know you!

Debbie Lunden Ph: 587 783-4325 www.partylite.biz/sites/ dynamicdebbie

Serving the Shuswap & Surrounding Area

24 HOUR SERVICE

250-679-0001 sorrentoplumbing@outlook.com

For Sale 35 foot Park model RV. 1999 Breckenridge by Damon. 1 bdrm. 2 manual slides. Full size electric fridge, 4 burner propane range and oven, propane furnace and hot water tank, ready to move.

Located in Scotch Creek. Asking $17,500. Call Kevin at 250-3187477 Kwplato44@gmail.com

Fresh Herbs * Plants * Original photos * greeting cards * Prints of Shuswap area * Workshops … and more

Rachelle 250-679-2145 hhafg2010@gmail.com Anglemont

VACATION RENTALS

FOR LEASE

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. Visit us and enjoy great food and check out the Museum!

Contact Mark for details mark@dreamcycle.ca

Daily Room Rates 16 Guest Rooms RV & Campsites Weddings / Reunions Up to 100 persons CREW RATES AVAILABLE check us out at www.anglemontinn.com (250) 955-0701

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$7 up to 25 words; .20¢ each add’l word. $2 for box-around. Single Column Display Ads - First inch is $12 then $2.25 per 1/4” after (plus tax).

E-mail classifieds@kicker.ca CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE.

HELP WANTED

WANTED

Adams Lake (Bush Creek) Park

LOOKING FOR

Full and Part Time Cashiers & Assistant Cooks and Prep Positions Available Please submit resume at Ross Cr. Country Store, 6929 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Magna Bay, fax 1-250-679-4081 or email to rosscr@cablelan.net

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♦ The host would stay on-site at the park from mid-June until Labour Day. ♦ Duties would include mostly evening park patrols and light cleaning duties ♦ Adams Lake Park is a rustic campground with no power or running water. ♦ The host must have their own self-contained RV. To apply please send Cover Letter and Resume to

cassiedalgleish@hotmail.com

Shuswap Lake Provincial Park 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.

is accepting applications for

seasonal employment for the following positions: (must have drivers license)

• Day/Night Park Patrol • Janitorial • Gate office • Kayak/Paddle Board Rentals Please send resumes to

Call Patti 250-955-2525

cassiedalgleish@hotmail.com

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

RENTALS

Home Support Worker Daytime, several days per week Located in Celista.

Support for elderly lady (Must Have Experience) Contact 250-803-8140 or email jamaroh@telus.net

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

Moorage slip at Anglemont Marina slip size is 25 foot Call or Text for price 604-341-1395 Modern 2 Bedroom main floor suite in Anglemont . 500 m from the lake. Close to Ross Creek Store and gas stn. Large fenced yard. 1 yr lease. $1200/mo. Small pet considered. No smoking.

778-580-5661

Wanted good used fridge Please call 1-604-551-6975.We are at Magna Bay Resort campground

Looking to buy small 2-bedroom condo level entry, Lakefront beach in Anglemont, Celista, Magna Bay, Blind Bay area. $200,000 to $300,000 price range. Contact Colleen 250-851-2983 or chodgson90@hotmail.com Wanted free clean fill for driveway in Anglemont. Please contact John at 780-220-4703

OBITUARY

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of “Mel” on May 7th, at the age of 84. He was born in Vancouver, BC to Melvin and Violet Fagrie, and graduated from Gladstone Secondary. Mel was predeceased by his wife, Barbara and his parents, plus his brother Ron and sister Maxine. He is survived by his children: Kim (Mark), Tracy (Cris), Brent (Jill), and grandchildren: Ashley, Lindsay, Nicole, Levi, Jacob, and Kian, as well as his siblings Wayne and Marjorie.

Mel always had a passion for building hot rods and enjoyed sports. He was a bit of a lady’s man until he met the love of his life, Barbara, on a blind date. They romantically eloped 12 days later on January 13, 1961. Mel and Barb moved their young family to Ladner in 1972 and he supported his family as a professional inter-city truck driver. Summer vacations were fondly spent at Palmer Lake with family and friends. Mel and Barb spent their early retirement years in the Shuswap from 1991 -2009. These were certainly their golden years, as they made many friends in Anglemont and lived in a beautiful log home. He and Barb always enjoyed their morning ritual of a cup of coffee and a game of two-way solitaire. Mel loved his workshop, splitting wood, and a cold beer at the end of the day. They eventually moved back to the Lower Mainland to be closer to their children and grandchildren.

The family would like to thank Rosewood Manor and Richmond Hospital for their compassionate care and attention. We would also like to extend our grateful appreciation to Auntie Trudy and Uncle Fred, for all of their love and continued support.

Condolences may be offered at www.deltafuneral.ca Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

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

Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 HEALTH SERVICES NS Health Centre Society.. Kris Jensen 250-955-0383 Scotch Creek Clinic - 250-955-0660 Chase Medical Clinic - 250-679-1420 Chase Health Centre - 250-679-1400 SS Health Services Society - Sue McCrae 250-675-3562

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Sorrento Health Centre – 250 803-5251 Sorrento Health Centre Society – Marilyn Clark, 250-675-2449 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-9550981 Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-682-3094 Lions Club.. Pat Anderson 250-955-2432 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 Notch Hill Cemetery Society - Louise 250-253-5776 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-517-7111 NS Elementary School.. Paul Rosman 250-955-2214 NS Players.. Judy Weller 250-955-0744 Okanagan Regional Library..

North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-955-8198 South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955-2214 Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION Anglemont Magna Bay - Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Scotch Creek - Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 St. Ives - Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 School District # 83 Trustee Marty Gibbons mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott, 250-3074360, seymoursledding@gmail.com Shuswap Community Foundation .. 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 1-866-293-3851 www.slams.ca Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon 250-832-4588 Shuswap Rock Club.. Pat or Gail Bowden 250-675-2849 Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca, web: www.SWOA.ca Skmana Ski club .. Email: skiskmana@gmail.com / Web: ski-skmana.com South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Tammy Packer 250-463-2495 shuswapcanadaday.ca Taoist Tai Chi .. Judy 250-679-5425 Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359

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