North Shuswap Kicker June 2021

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June 2021

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2020 Awards of Excellence Winners Announced

By Jo Anne Malpass Holly Anderson 47 people and businesses were nominat- Annette Brausse Award-Business Person ed for the six North Shuswap Chamber of of the Year - Charlotte Smith Commerce 2020 Awards of Excellence, each The winners received their awards one receiving high praise from their nomi- privately, but the Chamber is hoping to gathnators for their outstanding contributions to er when it is safe to do so, to recognize the the community. outstanding achievements of the nominees After over 200 people voted in the April and winners. on-line voting process, the winners are: Nominees for retail business were Retail Business of the Year Captain’s Village Marina, Home Hardware, Captain’s Village Marina PharmaChoice, Ross Creek Country Store, Service Business of the Year Scotch Creek Market and Sunnyside North Shuswap Kicker Market.

Non-Profit Organization of the Year For service business, Advantage North Shuswap Health Centre Gutters, Charlotte Hall Property Manager, Tourism Business of the Year Dave Edwards Drywall, Destree The Scotch Creek Hub Landscaping, Diamond Cut Property Citizen of the Year (continued on page 3)

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more of her time into making the North Maintenance, Jimco Towing, Nicholl Shuswap a wonderful place to live Contracting, North Shuswap Kicker, The year-round. She is a smart, hard working Hub and Rachel Tuma-Wilson Massage. woman who wants to do what’s best for Non-profit organizations were her customers year after year.

Anglemont Fire Holly Anderson Dept. Association, was the best friend North Shuswap and neighbor anyChamber, Food Bank one could ask for.

Health Centre, Lions, Holly would donate Sammy’s Forgotten his time to be a Felines and the designated driver Adams river Salmon for events for people Society. to get home safe.

Tourism nomHolly would help inees were Adams anyone in need with River Rafting, their mechanical Anglemont Marina, problems usually Captains Willage free of charge. Holly Marina, Caravan’s would plow his West Resort, Celista neighbors’ driveEstate Winery, Eco way with his ATV Annette Brausse Award-Business Person of reats, Adams River the Year - Charlotte Smith (L). early in the morning, Salmon Society, The Presented by Amanda Jackson never asked just did Hub and Quaaout it. Holly was deputy Lodge. chief of the Celista fire department, menFor citizen of the year, Al toring and training others, and helped out Christopherson, Angela Lagore, in Scotch Creek when needed. Holly ran Charlotte Hall, Holly Anderson, Kim his own business and was a father of two Pfau, Jay Simpson, Jim Dingeldein and daughters, Holly was never too busy to Ted Danyluk. help a friend or neighbor. He would do Nominated for the businessperson anything for anyone, always thinking of were Angela Lagore, Charlotte Hall, how he could make it better. He will be Cynthia Bentley, Darla Miller, Jim forever missed in this Community.

McLean, Ralph Payment and Sharon Kim Pfau - her commitment to the Toews.

North Shuswap Healthy Society. Team Just a sampling of some of the com- player, leader, hard working, very perments made during nominations. sonal and professional.

Charlotte Smith (Hall), because she Sharon Towes has been the backconsistently goes above and beyond for bone of the Shuswap with BeTeased and her community. I’ve never met someone The Hub. Sharon has brought so much to more passionate about her community, this community to help it thrive and give and each year she continues to invest (continued on page 4)

Service Business of the Year - North Shuswap Kicker. Award presented by Debbie Seymour (front left).

Back Row: Catalina Montgomery, Lena Whittaker, Cindy Korchinski, Ali Maki, Anja Heldner, Larissa Lutjen, Jan Penner. Front: Tracy Wojciechowski, Jo Anne Malpass. Missing from photo: C.E.O. Jan Wojciechowski

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people employment. She’s always positive and ready to take on anything. She is unreal talented in all areas of business and conducts herself in such a loving way. Her dedication to the Shuswap is amazing.

Diamond Cut Property Maintenance-Dale & Leslie Jones-Their work is first rate. They don’t just do a quick mow-they cut that little bit further to make it look so good. It’s very important to them to do the very best job they can.

The Adams River Salmon SocietySome great educators on hand to teach you about the salmon, the river, nature, bugs. Provide Wednesday Walkabouts Interpretive Tours from June to Thanksgiving with great interpreters!

Celista Estate Winery-This business continues to pivot and provide a great customer experience for visitors and locals. Now expanding to weddings and cabin rentals. Truly a gem in the eye of the North Shuswap.

Darla Miller works so hard to promote our community to those interested in moving here. She follows and shares many local business posts on her social media, stays up to date on the community, and works hard in her career as a Real Estate Agent, PREC. Scotch Creek Market. Always there for what we need. Always friendly service and a great variety of products.

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somewhat remote area.

Nicholl Contracting, Pat Nicholl saved our community by plowing out our roads when AIM couldn’t. He was up our mountain working right after the new years eve storm where we received 5 ft of snow in 36 hours. I realized that he had hurt his knee and could barely walk, but that didn’t stop him. He continued to help many other neighbours in Celista. If it wasn’t for him, AIM roads couldn’t have cleared the road and if the road wasn’t cleared then BC Hydro couldn’t restore our power. Pat was a life saver!

The Hub - C’mon! Only bar in town! Great local servers who put up with us.

The North Shuswap Kicker, because they are awesome and do a great job!

NS Christmas hamper food drive.

I saw their giant pile of food that these volunteers pulled together and it melted my heart. That’s a lot of work and even if they don’t win, I hope they find out that they were at least nominated.

Jim Dingledein is involved in many areas of our community as a volunteer.

He is also always there to help when needed, often without being asked.

Cynthia Bentley. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and genuinely cares about her community.

Photos of three award recipients were unavailable at press time but we hope to have them in our next Kicker.

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...Kick-Back!! ...Kick-Back!!

By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

The Kicker would like to thank all the people who nominated and voted for the Kicker to receive the 2020 Service Business award of excellence from the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce.

We are happy to even have been considered for this, along with all the other deserving people and businesses nominated in our community.

The Kicker is truly a team business. The staff has had to deal with learning new programs and procedures while working remotely, some with spotty internet.

2020 was a difficult year for every business, starting with snowmaggedon and when the pandemic hit, we realized we could no longer work together in the office. But one thing the Kicker staff does have going for us is a boss who works hard to keep us connected to each other, is always encouraging, listens to our technology frustrations and respects our ideas and suggestions.

The people who contribute to the Kicker each month are also a big part of our team. Without the support we receive from our advertisers and our regular column writers, the Kicker would not be able to do what we do.

Even with events cancelled

and community halls closed, our writers have continued to keep the community informed about their struggles and initiatives. Our advertisers provide the Kicker the opportunity to give our community a way to connect and share the great things that happen in the North Shuswap and surrounding areas.

Many things have changed since the Kicker was introduced in February 1998, including the size of the paper, and the addition of colour. We started out printing 600 papers a month on a photocopier and now print as many as 7500 depending on the time of year.

One thing that hasn’t changed though is our commitment “to establish two-way communication with the citizens and associations of the North Shuswap. To determine the ideas, needs and goals for the community.

To provide leadership and direction, to co-ordinate interest and action to attain those goals set by the community.”

We would like to congratulate all the nominees in each Awards of Excellence category. There were so many great comments about each nominee, all who have contributed to making this a wonderful place to call home.

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Creek bridge, there are no signs that we’ll get a new one any time soon. Their thought is that if ever there was an emergency a t N or t h S ahtusw a p.husw I nf aop. I nf o N or thS evacuation, everyone would be going the same way, and it will be a prime target for protection should a fire come through. In Simpson-Jay Director, Area ‘F’ Simpson-Electoral Director, Electoral Area ‘F’ (North Shuswap & Seymour ) Arm ) (North Shuswap &Arm Seymour talking to bridge engineers from AIM, it seems that a wooden Columbia Shuswap Regional Columbia ShuswapDistrict Regional District bridge like that can be repaired almost indefinitely, as long as Em ai l : JSim p so @c srdpson@c .bc .c asrd.bc .c a Emnail: JSim 2 5 0250-517-9578 -51 7 -95 7 8 they have wood. With the new wood surface and some structural The phone has been ringing this spring, more so than usual. work they’ll do this fall, MoTI is spending about a half million The main themes have been road issues and Anglemont trailers. dollars on it this year. At this time there are no plans to replace it.

Each summer, there are almost-accidents at the crossing I had a meeting with the Area Manager for the Ministry of Transportation (MoTI), a guy named Mike Scott. I try to do this between the Shuswap Lake Provincial Park in Scotch Creek and the Hub. The problem here is that the Park is right at the end of every spring to discuss how the winter went and see what they the Scotch Creek straight, speed limit 60, it’s a passing spot, and have planned for the summer season. I think the winter went pretty well. It was a mild winter and compared to last year, it was too many are still going too fast when they get to that interseca breeze for maintenance. Besides general road repairs, we have a tion. With people pulling trailers and turning to get into the park, pedestrian sight lines are very limited. MoTI did a pedestrian number of items that have been on the table for a few years. and traffic count there last year and the numbers didn’t support a We’ve asked to have the 60km speed limit sign in Scotch Creek moved back about a half kilometre towards the SC bridge Xwalk. I’m asking them to do another count on busy, non-Covid so that people begin to slow down before getting into SC proper. days to get an accurate count. I’ve also asked about a ‘Your Speed’ sign along that stretch but I guess all of MoTI’s signs I think that’s actually going to happen! And speaking of Scotch have been stolen, and they’re not getting more. If we want something like that we’ll have to do it ourselves.

In response to road resurfacing, it seems that they will patch where possible, and re-do those roads that were tarred-and-graveled last year to a sub-standard level. A specific question about Anglemont roads got the response that Anglemont is challenging given how far it is from any other significant repaving operations. Also in play is the fact that the water system regularly chews up roads for repairs. I’m still pushing for this.

Other calls I’ve received regarding roads is for sections of the road to be reduced in speed to 60kmph. In discussing this it was acknowledged that there are places where people speed, but also that if we brought all of Squilax-Anglemont road to 60kmph it would take an hour to get from St. Ives to the #1. At this time there are no plans to reduce any speed limits.

Ok, enough road news; Anglemont trailers (rv’s, campers etc.). The thrust of the argument is that the General Regulations section of the Anglemont Zoning Bylaw 650 states: 3.14.2 A campsite must be located on the same parcel as a single-family dwelling and that single-family dwelling must be the principal use on the parcel; And there are a number of lots in Anglemont where the only structure is a trailer, and there doesn’t seem to be any indication that a main house is in the works. The question then becomes, where are they getting their water, and where are they putting their septic? The CSRD now has two Bylaw Control Officers (we just recently added one).

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They have a huge territory to cover, from Field at the Alberta border to the North Shuswap. Infractions are classified as Level 1 or Level 2. Level 1 are cases where there is potential for loss of life or serious injury, like construction of houses without proper building permits and inspections. Level 2 are less serious, but still important, like campsites in Anglemont; still infractions but they are not top priority. It seems there are so many #1’s that they have a hard time getting to #2’s.

What’s the solution? More bylaw control officers? Requiring more taxes. I’m pushing to have the bylaw department at least mail the owners of the lots explaining the situation, with solutions and potential penalties. I’d also like them to be able to ticket the owners of the lots. This may not solve all the issues but it is a first step.

I saw my first mosquito of the year the other day. We have permission to treat in the Shuswap Lake Provincial Park and the Hilliam Road areas, so Scotch Creek will be more pleasant this summer. Also treatable is the areas in Lee Creek outside of Tsutswecw Park, but not in the park. Now that we have these permissions again, it’ll likely be a fairly low water year and treatment will be minimal. It figures.

The Parallel Trails engineering study is well underway.

The contractor has almost completed topographic surveys of the three priority areas and when that’s done that data will be imported into the base maps. Then they’ll begin to create preliminary designs. Thanks to Debbie Seymour and the Chamber for pushing this along.

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Media Release Weytk (Hello) - The Indigenous bands of the Pespesellkwe te Secwepemc (Adams Lake, Little Shuswap Lake and Splatsin) and Neskonlith Band, wish to make a joint statement on a recent discovery of great concern to all those living in the Shuswap Lakes area.

On Sunday May 23, 2021 a woman came across upwards of 100 skinned and clawless bear paws, including some from bear cubs, dumped in a ditch and further scattered by wildlife, next to a culvert on Angle Mountain (above the community of Anglemont, BC). These could represent the slaughter of over 25 individuals (likely black bear aka “skwleqs” in Secwepemctsin), which are considered sacred.

RCMP and local elected representatives were contacted and a Kamloops-based conservation officer has been at the scene. Jointly they are investigating this illegal action.

Black bear hunting (limit of 2 animals per adult hunter) requires a fish and wildlife ID (which requires proof of hunter safety training from the BC wildlife federation).

Hunters also need a basic hunting license ($32) and a bear license ($20) and must be a resident of BC. Disposal of carcasses or wildlife parts falls under the BC Wildlife Act, which bans the dumping of animal parts and carcasses where there are “likely to be people, in a manner in which the attractant could attract dangerous wildlife, to the land

or premises, and be accessible to dangerous wildlife”.

Beyond the provincial legislation regarding the disposal of ‘animal parts’, Neskonlith Band and the Pespesellkwe te Secwepemc express their condemnation towards these disrespectful actions. They are offering a reward of $3,000 for information that leads to the conviction of those responsible for this slaughter and associated disrespectful actions. Please direct any information you believe might be helpful to Dave Nordquist, Adams Lake Indian Band: dnordquist@ alib.ca.

Indigenous Title & Rights are supported by Section 35 of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982, and an integral aspect of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) legislated in British Columbia as the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act or DRIPA. UNDRIP is in the process of being legislated by the government of Canada.

Neskonlith and Pespesellkwe te Secwepemc share the desire to attain co-management over wildlife to ensure First Nations cultural values and respect are incorporated into wildlife and lands stewardship.

Kukstemc (Thank you) Kukpi7 Cliff Arnouse (Adams Lake Indian Band), Kukpi7 Oliver Arnouse (Little Shuswap Lake Band), Kukpi7 Judy Wilson (Neskonlith), Kukpi7 Wayne Christian (Splatsin)

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Chase RCMP Investigating Anglemont Shooting Cst. Crystal Evelyn, Media Relations Officer Kamloops RCMP An early morning shooting in Chase led to a high-risk vehicle takedown in Kamloops.

On May 10, around 6:45 a.m., Chase RCMP responded to a report of shots fired on Fairview Road in Anglemont.

When frontline officers arrived, they located one man with gunshot wounds; he was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

A suspect vehicle was observed speeding away from the area. While patrolling near Pritchard at around 9:40 am, police located and followed a vehicle matching

the description provided. With the assistance of Kamloops RCMP, a high-risk takedown occurred on Hwy 1 near Vicars Road shortly after.

Upon further investigation, it was determined the vehicle and its occupants were not associated to the incident and all were released at the scene.

The suspect and victim are known to each other and the general public is not currently believed to be at risk. No further information is available at this time.

If you are a witness or have information related to this ongoing investigation, please contact Chase RCMP at 250-679-3221 and reference file 2021-1122.

Multi-agency Rescue at Seymour Arm

By Jo Anne Malpass May 23 was a busy morning for Shuswap Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue when just after 5:00 a.m. both vessels, Tolonen and Rescue One, were required to assist with an ATV crash near Seymour Arm. Given the nature of the incident, Eagle Valley Road Rescue volunteers, as well as paramedics plus all their equipment were transported quickly to Seymour Arm, to meet up with the local First Responders group, posted RCMSAR on its Facebook page.

The injured person was located, triaged, and flown to hospital by a BCEHS medevac helicopter.

Four hours later, vessels had returned to dock, and were back in service.

Special mention for Seymour Arm First Responders (SAFR) and Doc Stan, always ready to provide their medical expertise for the residents of, and visitors to, the Seymour Arm area communities, said the post.

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Kids in a Tree Somewhere On May 1, 2021 at 12:52 pm, Chase RCMP received a 911 call from a cell phone. A male caller reported a group of kids were “50 feet up a tree” and he was worried.

The caller would not provide his name or contact information; he described the location as “on the reserve”.

Police conducted extensive patrols but were unable to locate the scene with the limited information provided.

Suspicious Bone On May 2 at 10:37 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a suspicious circumstance in St. Ives. The complainant was convinced that he had found a human vertebra in his driveway. He said, “it wasn’t there yesterday”.

Police attended and photographed the bone. The photographs were sent to the Coroner’s office and subsequently to an anthropologist who confirmed that the bone was not human.

Screams On May 2 at 8:28 pm, Chase RCMP responded to a report of a male screaming for help. The complainant advised that he thought he heard a male calling for help from the riverbank area near VLA Road in Chase. Police attended and conducted foot patrols of the area. There was no one around and nothing of concern was noted. No further complaints were received.

On May 8 at 7:34 pm, Chase RCMP received a report of a female screaming in the area of Hilliam Road in Scotch Creek. The complainant described hearing a female “screaming for her life”. The complainant immediately investigated on his

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Sibling Skateboard Assault On May 6 at 7:14 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of an assault that had just occurred on Pine Street in Chase. The complainant reported that his younger sister assaulted him with her skateboard. Police obtained a statement from the complainant. He was not seriously injured but was nonetheless adamant that he wanted his sister criminally charged. The two had been out celebrating his sister’s 21st birthday when they began to argue. The disagreement quickly escalated from an exchange of insults to a physical confrontation. The sister was arrested without incident and subsequently released with a future court date.

Sorrento: Suspicious Patron On May 9 at 7:04 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a suspicious person at the Sorrento Petro-Can. The complainant phoned on behalf of the teenage employee.

Police were informed that a male entered the store, told the employee that he had a pistol and was acting like he had it under his jacket. He did not threaten her with it or make any demands. Rather, he was friendly with her - a little too friendly. He loitered at the store for a long time and appeared to be waiting for other customers to leave.

The employee wisely asked another customer to stay at the store until the male finally left. Police arrived shortly thereafter.

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video surveillance footage and identified a suspect. Police attended the suspect’s residence and found him crying inside. He explained, through his tears, that he was carrying a pellet gun in a sling over his arm because he had been shooting targets at the beach.

Police confirmed that it was a pellet gun; however, it did look very similar to a real firearm. It seems the suspect was looking for some companionship and was trying to impress the Petro Can employee.

Unfortunately, he completely misread the situation and instead, gave her quite a scare.

Police explained to the suspect the various reasons for why it is a bad idea to carry a pellet gun on your person.

Sorrento: Mental Health Apprehension 1 On May 11, Chase RCMP were requested to attend the Sorrento Health Clinic to provide assistance to staff who were dealing with a male who appeared to be having a mental health crisis. Police were told that the male said he was hearing voices and was going to explode. Upon Police arrival, the male immediately took on an aggressive fighting stance. The male maintained this position for approximately 20 minutes, while police attempted to gain his trust.

The male was paranoid, angry and verbally hostile toward police. He repeatedly said he was going crazy.

Eventually, Police de-escalation techniques were successful, and the male was safely apprehended under the Mental Health Act. The male was transported by police to hospital in Kamloops where he was admitted for treatment.

Sorrento: Mental Health Apprehension 2 & 3 On May 10 at 9:35 pm, Chase RCMP were requested to attend a residence in Sorrento for a male family member who appeared to be

having a mental health crisis.

The complainant reported that the male was paranoid and aggressive, and his family was fearful of him. Police attended and safely apprehended the male under the Mental Health Act. He was transported by police to hospital where he was admitted.

On the following day, May 11 at 2:01 pm, Police were called back to the same residence for a similar situation involving the same male.

This time the male was unable to recognize his family members and was holding a golf club as a defensive weapon.

The male was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and returned to the hospital where he was again admitted.

Sorrento: Break And Enter On May 13 at 4:45 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a break and enter in progress at a residence in Sorrento.

The complainant awoke to the sound of breaking glass and saw a male walk out of her garage. Police attended and located a male who matched the description provided. The male threw a glass bong at Police and fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued; police chased the suspect down the TransCanada Highway to Elson Road where he surrendered.

He was arrested for assaulting a Police Officer, Break and Enter and Mischief.

Dog Not Stolen On May 13, Chase RCMP Detachment was advised of a stolen dog. The complainant reported that his dog was stolen from his unlocked vehicle, while it was parked at a business in Chase. The dog was not wearing a collar, nor did it have an identification tattoo.

After he returned home, the complainant phoned police to advise that his missing dog was at home. It seems the complainant did not have the dog with him in the first place.

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By Jan Penner This month’s Sidekick spotlight shines on the Shuswap Waterfront Owners’ Association. It was formed in 2009 Do you own waterfront property on by interested waterfront owners who were concerned with Shuswap or surrounding lakes? issues and actions which affected them at Local, Provincial Stay informed with SWOA and Federal levels. The Shuswap Waterfront Owners’ Shuswap waterfront owners are faced with new and changing Association was created to advocate for waterfront owners, regulations from all levels of government. and to inform members of present issues and upcoming gov• We successfully lobbied local and provincial governments to ernment proposals that could affect them and their properties, allow for larger docks. and to give members a voice in discussions.

• We advocate for waterfront owners rights and keep our Shuswap Waterfront Owners’ Association has members members informed of their responsibilities who own 560 waterfront and semi-waterfront properties • We continue to monitor the activities on the Shuswap Watershed Council and stress responsible use of taxpayers dollars around Shuswap, Mara and Little Shuswap lakes. With the • We actively support local and provincial efforts to prevent people on title this represents over 1300 members with a the introduction of Zebra and Quagga mussels to BC. Board of Directors at the helm all of whom are waterfront • Our board members have over 300 years of experience on property owners. SWOA is an information resource and lobthe Shuswap, and are familiar with issues like the new by group for waterfront owners around these lakes. changes to the Federal Fisheries Act Each year, at the AGM, elections are held for the 10 • We continue to keep our members updated on the status of volunteer positions. New Board members are always enbuoys and their removal couraged and those considering putting their names forward A two year membership of $50 will help you to stay current on are invited to “sit in” on meetings prior to elections, so that issues, give you access to expert advice and to the SWOA website they are familiar with protocols in the event that they are with information on lake regulations associated with living and elected. This makes for smooth transitions for new members building on the lake. and a Board that is efficient as well as effective. Members have a wide variety of experience and work backgrounds and Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association go to SWOA.ca and click JOIN SWOA approach issues from many viewpoints including professionFor more information email info@swoa.ca al, financial, and environmental.

Meetings currently are, of course held virtually. In “normal” times, meetings were held members’ homes.

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Shuswap waterfront owners are faced with new and changing regulations from all levels of government.

• We successfully lobbied local and provincial governments to allow for larger docks.

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Anything good or bad happening on any of the arms has an effect on all, whether we inhabit the North Shuswap, South Shuswap, Sicamous, or any points in between.

An issue given top priority by the Shuswap Waterfront Owners’ Association is the potential for the introduction of Zebra and Quagga Mussels.

These creatures, if allowed to enter the lake, have a devastating effect on the life of a water body, as seen by their introduction via the St. Lawrence Seaway to the Great lakes. Currently, there are monitoring stations which ensure boats coming from outside the province are thoroughly cleaned. However, they are not manned 24 hours a day and not, SWOA feels, manned long enough throughout the year. Members are advocating for this increase to be sure that these invasive species are not allowed to invade local waters.

Shuswap Waterfront Owners’ Association interacts with both the CSRD and the Shuswap Watershed Council in their efforts to establish safe and equitable standards for lake usage.

They endeavor to ensure practices have scientific validity and are not simply established by popular beliefs or whims.

SWOA is a non-profit organization.

There is a membership fee established to cover operational costs. While the fees are nominal, the large member base generates more funds than needed. This allows for donations to local organizations, such as Search and Rescue and local Food Banks.

If you are a waterfront property owner, (or even just a lake user) you may wish to check out SWOA. They are community focused, have a strong voice and strive to ensure their members are well-informed, and conscious of issues pertaining to the health and well-being of Shuswap Lake.

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

By Debbie Seymour Executive Director We see some hope on the horizon things will be returning to normal for us over the next few months. We are looking forward to being able to connect personally with the board of directors and our partners, to move forward in some of our event planning and working with our businesses in recovery.

Our focus has been on grant applications to assist us with beautification, marketing, collaborating with our Chamber partners, visitor services and business recovery.

Our relationships with our regional district, indigenous community, tourism partners, non-profit groups and businesses are very important to us and will always remain a priority. We continue to work on our Strategic Plan but have realized our action items are very ambitious and we need help in building a stronger community for living, working and our economy. If you would be interested in joining one of our teams, please get in touch.

1. Building a Dynamic Year Round Community 2. Building a Strong and Inclusive Community 3. Progressive Leadership Roadside Cleanup More than 60 volunteers helped clean up the Squilax Anglemont roadside.

Many thanks to those who were available to help and Charlotte Smith our Chamber Vice President for organizing the event.

Awards of Excellence 2020 - Winners were being notified last week and presented with awards.

This is the third year of this program and we are encouraged to see some momentum and increased recognition of the outstanding contributions of our volunteers, non-profit organizations and

businesses. We look forward to planning an event in the fall (hopefully) to celebrate the nominees and winners.

Non-Profit Focus group - We have organized a Non-profit Focus Group who meet on a monthly basis. We chat about each group’s wins and challenges and how we can help each other, review grant opportunities, board governance, fundraising and how we can engage volunteers. We are working on organizing an outdoor Non-Profit Fair for some time in August which involves submitting a safety plan to Interior Health. We are hoping to create awareness of the volunteer opportunities and the various non-profits we have available in the North Shuswap Business Fair-Planning has begun for an outdoor Business Fair for local businesses to showcase their product or service. We are in the process of completing the safety plan for Interior Health approval.

Watch for further details soon.

Business Directory - We are now preparing for the Business Directory 2021-22 to be published in June. All chamber members should have received an email for review of your business/organization listing and update any necessary information.

These directories are mailed out to every registered postal address in the North Shuswap and Chase areas, placed in key locations and in our Visitor Kiosks.

Adventure Passport - We are collaborating with the South Shuswap and Chase Chambers to publish an Adventure Passport- A guide to the west end of Shuswap Lake. The guide offers a variety of activities and experiences with suggestions from local contributors.

Look for this near the end of June placed in key locations including the Chase Visitor

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Centre and the Visitor Kiosks throughout the North and South Shuswap.

Business Recovery Advisors - As mentioned in Angela’s Chamber article last month we have been successful in our collaborative grant application with other Chambers to hire two Business Recovery Advisors with some funding available to help to develop content to showcase business, team, products & services, provide direction on marketing and promotion strategies, grant applications, workshops on topics identified by businesses, etc. We are very pleased to have Robyn Cyr and Janet Doyle join us as Business Recovery Advisors. Their individual skills and experience are complimentary and we are confident they will

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be able to provide our local business with outstanding assistance in their recovery.

This program is for all businesses, not only Chamber members so if you would be interested please touch base. Watch for further announcements.

Chamber Membership - We are pleased that we have reached 108 members.

Pretty strong representation for our area with a majority of local businesses supporting the Chamber. We are very fortunate to have some members from Salmon Arm and Kamloops joining us as well and open to doing business in the Shuswap. If you would like to join the Chamber, please visit northshuswapbc.com

Mosquito Control Returns to Scotch Creek

By Jo Anne Malpass The contractor to the Columbia Shuswap Regional District has begun regular monitoring and treatment activities associated with mosquito control in the Scotch Creek area.

Ben Van Nostrand, Team Leader, CSRD Environmental Health Services said he is happy to report that the CSRD has been given approval by both the Little Shuswap Lake Band and BC Parks for treating in the Scotch Creek area, including Shuswap Lake Park, for the 2021 season.

Nuisance mosquito treatments will take place in Spring 2021 and continue through the season.

The CSRD website says in 2019, BC Parks denied the CSRD’s application to conduct mosquito control in Shuswap Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial parks. In addition, the Little Shuswap Lake Band determined it would not allow the CSRD to treat for nuisance mosquitos on their lands in the Hilliam Road area.

The CSRD decided to cancel the 2020 program because those restrictions removed critical mosquito habitat areas from the program, rendering it ineffective.

Mosquito nuisance in Scotch Creek was an issue throughout the 2020 season

and resulted in a large number of complaints from the public to various government agencies. As a result, the Little Shuswap Lake Band and BC Parks began discussions with the CSRD on options for bringing mosquito control back to the area in time for the 2021 mosquito season.

The website says the programs are based on the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), in that the most environmentally sensitive methods of control are considered first. Prevention and reduction of mosquito larval development sites are the first objective of the CSRD. The vast majority of the CSRD mosquito control campaigns is focused on controlling mosquitoes while they are in their larval stages, (as opposed to their adult stage) for two primary reasons.

Larval control is much more efficient than adult control – it is possible to treat larval mosquitoes in very high concentrations in larval development ponds, while adult mosquitoes tend to disperse soon after emerging over a much wider area.

When habitat monitoring determines that treatment is required, pellets of larvicide are applied by hand or by helicopter during the mosquito larva 3rd or 4th instar phase of development.

COVID - 19 Interior Health Booking Second Shots

North Shuswap residents who received their first COVID-19 vaccination at the community hall are now receiving notifications from Interior Health to book for their second shot.

You must register for the second shot to receive an email with a link to book.

Register on-line with a Personal Health Number at www.getvaccinated.gov. bc.ca/s/ or by phone at 1-833-838-2323.

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CSRD Development Services Sees Rapid Growth

By Jo Anne Malpass The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is dealing with unprecedented increases in building permits, planning applications and by-law enforcement files, Gerald Christie, Manager of Development Services, reported to the CSRD board meeting May 20.

If the current trend continues, total new development services files are projected to be double the 2020 mark of 691, coming in at an estimated 1,392 new files for 2021.

Up until the meeting date, the CSRD had received 196 building permit requests, compared to 99 during that time period in 2020 and 87 in 2019. Development services estimates there will be 683 building permits by the end of the year, compared to 352 last year and 208 in 2019.

They had also opened 156 planning application files by the end of April. Last year by that time, there were 102 new files and in 2019, 77. It estimates it will be dealing with 484 planning applications this year.

Bylaw enforcement complaints are double last year by this date. Christie explained that about 1/3 of complaints lead to opening a file. It estimates 225 new files by the end of the year.

Planning assistant enquires have gone from 10 a day in 2019, to 16 a day in 2020 and now they are seeing 30-76 enquiries a day.

To cope with the increases, CSRD staff is streamlining processes, reviewing internal processes, and bringing on new technology for staff and applicants.

It has been doing virtual building inspections to save on travel time and limit the spread of COVID. Staff has been working additional hours to keep pace with all of this. The next few months

are going to be extremely challenging for all DS staff, he said. They are doing their best but have been seeing timelines expand.

They have contacted other local governments and the situation is very similar around the interior of the province.

Should the development trends continue, staff will bring the issue back to the Board for discussion in the fall as part of the CSRD’s budget planning process.

In other business at the meeting; Ministry of Public Safety Re: Road Rescue - In response to a request from the CSRD to release its report on road rescue, Minister Farnworth said the project is nearing completion for recommendations to be made to the Province to better meet the requirements of our road rescue service providers.

Derek Sutherland, Team leader Protective Services said, “We need the information to make good informed decisions about road rescue regionally.”

Internet speed study – The Board approved a motion for the CSRD to promote the participation of regional district residents in an internet speed study. A key step in this process is to identify which communities in BC have noted inconsistencies between the 50/10 Mbps Internet speed that federal maps indicate should be available, versus actual internet speeds currently experienced by residents and businesses in the area.

Residents can go to https:// performance.cira.ca/bc to complete the speed test.

School District 83 Board of Education - The Board received a letter from SD#83 advising that a trustee will attend the June 17 CSRD Board Meeting to discuss the Long-range Facilities Plan

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and possible reconfiguration of Salmon Arm Secondary school.

Grant-in-aid Area F --- $640 Shuswap & Mara Lakes Decibel Coalition Society (public information campaign).

Dog Control Area D – The Board approved a motion directing staff to bring bylaws forward to the June Board Meeting to extend full-service dog control for the entire Electoral Area D boundary. No dog licensing provisions will be included in the expansion of the service.

Shuswap COVID-19 Resiliency Jim Cooperman presenting a report on building local resiliency post COVID-19 in the Shuswap region, on behalf of Shuswap Environmental Action Society.

Strategic Drivers for Shuswap Region Resiliency include prioritizing social connectedness and community health; utilizing land for food, forestry and recreation; protecting nature and responding to climate change; ensuring access to building and transportation infrastructure; and supporting local business and fostering economic diversity.

Development Variance Permit – The board approved variances to setbacks, height and floor area for property at 7644 Granite Place, Anglemont, for an addition to a residence and construction of an accessory building. Director Jay Simpson asked the board to support the DVP. Building on vertical lots in Anglemont is a challenge, he said, so it is reasonable to expect there would be some variances required.

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By Jo Anne Malpass A multitude of tangible projects were completed in both 2019 and 2020, Associate Director Jan Bellhouse reported at the annual meeting of the Shuswap Trail Alliance held virtually on May 18.

These projects were diverse including maintenance of old trails, development of new trails, wayfinding signage, invasive weed mechanical treatments, small plans for short greenway connectors and comprehensive plans for entire sub-regions, strategic planning for improved pedestrian and cycling within our communities and complex recreational access plans for the backcountry, she said in her report.

This is thanks to the ongoing commitment of more than 50 partner organizations, including all orders of government (Secwepemc, Provincial, Regional, Municipal), sector organizations (health, education, environment), community leadership, funding agencies, and 100s of volunteers.

Since 2006, with its partners, STA has built over 380 greenway trail projects together, 11 signature trail systems, 135 regional trails, 143 km of new trails valued over $2.5 million, over 1812 trail signs, 6200 blazes, 26 kiosks, emerging four-season trail based marketing and $5,457,000 in leveraged cash/in–kind investment.

In 2019, STA worked on over 85 projects with over 54 partners, building 10 new trails totaling 14,678 meters. In 2020, STA worked on six new trails totalling 6,000 meters.

The Shuswap Trail Alliance also worked on a couple of large projects, mechanically removing Yellow Flag Iris

at White Lake and along the Turner Creek Trail, in partnership with CSISS, and digging up burdock at Peter Jannink Park.

The Shuswap Trail Alliance was invited by the owners of the Rail Trail between Sicamous and Armstrong (Splatsin, CSRD, and RDNO) to support their Rail Trail Governance and Technical Committees as project manager for the development planning phase.

The Shuswap Trail Alliance continued to support the development of the Secwepemc Landmarks and Trailhead Signage project. The project has made great strides forward, despite the pandemic, and the artists are currently working on the art installations.

2021 priorities for the Shuswap Trail Alliance include completion of 5 new trails throughout the region in Chase, Larch Hills, and East Shuswap, continuation of the Sicamous-to-Armstrong RailTrail capital development; support for the Secwepemc Landmarks and Trailhead Sign project; community consultations, Secwepemc direction, and finalization of drafts for the South Shuswap Destination Trail plan; further work toward an East Shuswap Alpine Recreational Access Management plan; support for the West Bay Trail Corridor consultations and planning; support for a renewed comprehensive management plan for the Kela7scen (Mt Ida) area with Secwepemc leadership and the Province; continued partnership with CSISS for the mechanical treatment of invasive species in the Shuswap; and referral for approval of new trail plans at Glenemma and Lee Creek. Plus of course, support for ongoing trail maintenance and care.

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Program Comes a Bit Too Late Greg Kyllo, MLA for Shuswap Government’s sick pay program is welcome news, but a bit too late.

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been abundantly clear that British Columbians need a proper paid sick leave program to curb the spread of the disease. British Columbians need to be able to safely and confidently abide by health guidelines, but no British Columbian should ever feel like they must choose between being unable to pay their bills or going into work sick. I firmly believe that paid sick leave is a vital tool we need to flatten the curve and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The B.C. government recently introduced legislation that would provide three days of paid sick leave related to COVID-19 until December 31. Employers will be required to provide direct payment to workers, with eligibility to apply for a partial reimbursement of up to $200 per day per employee.

This is an important step towards ensuring that every worker in British Columbia has protection, however, we are more than a year into the pandemic — more than a year after the Premier promised paid sick leave to British Columbians in March 2020. British Columbians should not have had to wait for this long.

Despite the Premier and Labour Minister stating that struggling B.C. businesses can ill-afford additional costs, this Bill breaks that promise.

The business reimbursement program has yet to be developed, with businesses carrying the full cost of the program while awaiting month-long delayed reimbursement from government.

While I am glad to see British Columbians finally get access to COVID paid sick leave, the current legislation lacks any details on the permanent program that is scheduled to take effect January 1. As your MLA , I will continue to challenge this government and call for the transparency and accountability British Columbians are looking for in their paid sick leave program.

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Shuswap EcDev Society Hires Executive Director News Release Redstone Resort in Rossland, The Board of Directors Manager of Recreation for of the newly formed the City of Rossland and Shuswap Economic the entrepreneurial Services Development Society Coordinator for Community (SEDS) are pleased to Futures of Greater Trail. announce the hiring of Joan Ragsdale, Chair of John Reed as the Society’s the SEDS hiring committee Executive notes “SEDS Director. John is very exbrings over cited to have 20 years of John come economic on board to development lead economic and project development management for Regional expertise to the District Areas association.

C, D and F. John We are looking has been forward to involved in benefiting many start-up from his and business personal development experience as Shuswap Economic Devel- an entrepreprojects includopment Society Executive neur and his ing the design Director, John Reed and implemenbackground in tation of Trail’s rural economic Junior Dragons Den, a highly development.” His collabsuccessful provincial youth orative leadership style and business competition, to the strong business development development and launch of knowledge makes John an Western Canada’s premier excellent fit to work with the obstacle course race/run businesses and communities series. John’s background has within the SEDS region. been focused on adventure John can be contacted at and outdoor projects injohn.reed@shuswapecdev.ca. cluding General Manager of

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Secwépemc Landmarks Project receives $296,000

Shelley Witzky, an Adams Lake Band Councillor, and Sutra Brett, with the Shuswap Trail Alliance, examine some of the preliminary models for the Secwépemc Landmarks and Trail Sign project. The first landmark will be placed near the wharf at Marine Park in Salmon Arm. (Tracy Hughes/CSRD photo) Media Release The Secwépemc Landmarks project partners are pleased to announce the approval of $296,000 in grant funding for Phase II of the Secwépemc Landmarks project.

The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) committed $170,000 in funding, and the Unique Heritage Infrastructure stream of the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program awarded $123,000 for Phase II of the project.

The purpose of the project is to highlight Secwépemc stories, voices, and relationships with the landscape from past, present, and future generations.

Phase I of the project focused on bringing together Secwépemc Elders from the four local communities (Neskonlith Band, Splatsín, Adams Lake Band, and Little Shuswap Lake Band) to guide an arts project engaging youth in School District No. 83, Chief Atahm School, and Shihiya, and employing seven Secwépemc and settler artists.

A series of eight sculptures and interpretive panels were designed and will be installed around Shuswap Lake in the Pespeséllkwe caretaker area of Secwepemcúlecw. In addition, 100 trailhead posts were carved by youth from five classes: three in School District No. 83, and two from Shihiya and Chief Atahm schools.

Phase II of the Secwépemc Landmarks Project will work with the Secwépemc Lakes Elders Advisory Committee to install six additional sculptures in and around, Enderby and Chase.

The Secwépemc Landmarks team is grateful for the guidance of the Elders Advisory Committee and the many stories and advice they shared for this project, and for the financial support of Neskonlith, Adams Lake, and Splatsín, the City of Salmon Arm, the Province of British Columbia, the Shuswap Trail Alliance, and Shuswap Tourism.

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Survey Done for Parallel Pathway

By Jo Anne Malpass A topographic survey of three sections of a proposed active transportation pathway beside the SquilaxAnglemont took place in May. Lawson Engineering, hired by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, surveyed sections from Lakeview Community Park in Anglemont to Ross Creek Park, from Ross Creek Park to Bristow Boat Launch in Celista and connecting pathways in Scotch Creek.

The North Shuswap Pathway Team has been working on this project since May 2020, with a vision to one day have a non-motorized pathway from Skwlax to St. Ives to allow for the safe travel from park to park and from homes to work and shopping. It mapped out potential routes along the Squilax-Anglemont, held an on-line survey and has met with strategic partners, including the CSRD. On its Facebook page,

the Team posted “It was a pretty exciting week for the pathway team as we met with representatives from Lawson Engineering and CSRD Community Services onsite.

We spent the morning with them going through each identified pathway priority sharing some of our research, noting the challenges and positives of building a pathway in each location.

We are advised preliminary drawings should be completed by May-June and conceptual design by the end of July.”

The project requires an engineering report with cost estimates before the CSRD can apply for any federal or provincial grants, which can cover much of the capital and planning costs.

Lawson Engineering will be providing the CSRD with overall site plans for each individual priority area, preliminary design considerations, next steps and cost estimates.

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Pathway team leader Debbie Seymour goes over pathway priorities with Blake Lawson/Lawson Engineering, Ryan Nitchie/CSRD and Veda Roberge/CSRD. Photo by Jim Dingledein

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FireSmart

Storing Combustible Items Near Your Home

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Len Youden CSRD FireSmart Coordinator Last month’s FireSmart article focused on the danger of coniferous vegetation growing next to your home.

The same risks and hazards exist with embers from a wildfire landing on other flammable items stored near homes and under decks.

Here is a list of some common items we regularly see stored around homes: • Firewood: Many people in our area use firewood as a primary or secondary source of heat for their homes.

Firewood is best split and cured in the summer, so it is nice and dry for safe winter burning. Storing firewood near your home in the winter makes it easy to access in cold and snowy weather.

Remember, you are curing this wood so it easily and efficiently burns for winter heat. Imagine if hot embers from a wildfire land in your nicely cured firewood stack that is right up against the home. If you have done your curing job properly, that wood is easily ignitable.

Imagine if every BTU of heat your firewood wood will provide you throughout the winter all happens within a few minutes right next to your home in the summer. I understand its more work to move firewood twice, but we recommend you cure your firewood a minimum of 10 meters (30 feet) from your home. Once wildfire season is over, then you can consider moving your firewood closer to the home.

makes economic sense.

However, stacking those spare materials up against the home is the perfect ember trap. Depending on the size of your pile, this could be a lot of fuel next to your home.

• Rubber tires: These are near perfect ember collectors. It may take a bit of heat to get a tire ignited but once started they are very difficult to put out.

• Flammable liquids:

Storing jerry cans of fuel and other flammable liquids up against the home is very dangerous.

The underside of decks are dry and convenient but dangerous places to store flammable items during wildfire season. It is very common to see any of the above items plus lawnmowers, lawn furniture, kids toys, canoes and a variety of other combustible ember collectors stored under decks. Most decks are made of wood and attached directly to the home so you can guess what the outcome will be if you have a fire under your deck. Closing in the underside of your deck if it is used for storage is a much safer option.

I encourage you to walk around your home and look for combustible items on the ground or under your deck. I recognize storage is an issue for many people but the fewer combustible items you have within the 10M surrounding your home the less likely embers will be to get caught in them.

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School Board No Closer to Making a Decision

By Larissa Lutjen At a May 26 School District 83 Special Board meeting, the Board not only further delayed making a decision about the configuration of high schools in Salmon Arm but appeared uncommitted to choosing between the two options that are left on the table.

The Long Range Facilities Plan process began in February of 2019. At that time 5 options were under consideration to deal with the capacity pressures and the awkward configuration of the high school grades in Salmon Arm. Previous meetings had narrowed the options to what are called E4 and E5 in the plan. E4 would see two grade 7-9 middle schools in town, with the Jackson school becoming a middle school, and a grade 10-12 school at the Sullivan campus. E5 would create two grade 9-12 high schools at the Jackson and Sullivan sites.

At the beginning of the meeting Superintendent Peter Jory provided the board with information based on research into the consequences of added transitions for students, pointing out that the connection to the school environment and adults in a school are key to student success. Jory stated that the research demonstrates that negative outcomes from added transitions are seen most in the students who are already at risk, and that the later in a child’s school career a transition happens the more likely that a student will drop-out rather than make a clean transition.

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questioned whether the research was relevant to our district since our graduation rates are already high under the current system, which sees a transition between grade 10 and 11. Gibbons stated that in 200 submissions from students most did not want two 9-12 schools. “You can ignore what the students have told us,” he said, “and go with the research. Well, you can, but I won’t.”

Next the staff provided trustees with information about the cost to turn Shuswap Middle School into a high school and Jackson into a middle school. SMS is a slightly larger building which was built more recently than Jackson. The estimates suggested that switching the two schools would cost $1,100,000. Alternately the cost of “hot rodding” Jackson, or remodeling and modernizing the building, would be about $1,650,000. However, some of the “hot rod” upgrades at Jackson would have to be done within the next ten years regardless.

Superintendent Jory pointed out that costs increase significantly when the timeline to complete projects is shortened, which was a reference to the fact that as the board deliberates, the district is getting less and less planning time to start on renovations if Fall 2022 remains the target date for the change.

He reiterated the estimates that the E4 option would cost between 3.5 and 5 million where the E5 option would cost about 1 million.

After the staff had

finished sharing their information, Trustee Gibbons moved to add a new option to the plan which, he said, was the preference of the District Parent Advisory Committee.

It would turn Salmon Arm elementary schools into K-6 schools, with two grade 7-10 middles, leaving Sullivan as a grade 11 and 12 school.

Trustee Marianne VanBuskirk pointed out that this would do nothing to address the problem that grade 10 is part of the graduation program.

The motion was voted down 3 votes to 2.

Another suggestion from Principal Rob Cadden was shared which would group Salmon Arm elementary schools into 2 separate streams which would then feed 2 high schools. This would deal with the problem many parents see of bringing all students together in middle school but separating them again into 2 high schools in the E5 option. There was no motion to add this possibility to the plan.

Trustee Quentin Bruns said little during the meeting but stated clearly that the consulting is done and it is time to make a decision. “The longer we drag this out it has the potential to be even more divisive,” he said, “Some certainty is really important for people’s mental health.”

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Motorcycle Safety ICBC Release Motorcycles are smaller than passenger vehicles, harder to see and don’t offer the protection of a frame, seatbelts or airbags. In B.C., drivers are at fault in nearly 80 per cent of motorcycle crashes where the rider is seriously injured. Read our safety tips to learn how we can reduce crashes and injuries through better driving habits and wearing the right gear on every ride.

Training and years of riding experience can make the difference when it comes to avoiding a crash. Reduce your chances of crashing or being seriously injured by following these safety tips: Practice emergency braking and obstacle avoidance. Brush up on core skills in a safe place like an empty parking lot if you haven’t ridden for a few months.

Be seen. Do your best to stay out of a driver’s blind spot.

Watch drivers for clues. Never assume they’ve seen you or will give you the right-of-way, they may not accurately judge your distance or speed.

Use your signals. Let drivers know what you plan to do so they can anticipate your next move and react in time.

Plan your path prior to a curve. Look where you want to go and then adjust your lane position and speed to exit smoothly.

Ride at a safe speed.

Manage your speed to leave ample time to stop or steer out of a vehicle’s path.

The first ride after a long break can often leave you feeling a little rusty. ICBC’s Learn to ride smart and Tuning up for riders guides provide great information for bringing your knowledge and riding skills back up to par.

Motorcycle passenger safety Remember that it’s

all the gear, all the time for passengers too! You’re responsible for ensuring your passenger wears an approved motorcycle helmet and is seated properly. To carry a passenger, your motorcycle must be equipped with passenger foot pegs or footboards, and the passenger must keep their feet on the pegs or boards while seated on the motorcycle. If their feet don’t reach the foot pegs, it’s illegal for them to ride.

A passenger will affect how you ride due to the extra weight and movement so be prepared to adjust for the change by taking a practice ride in a safe place. Make sure your passenger is safe and comfortable riding with you.

Sharing the road safely with motorcycles Motorcycle crashes in B.C. peak in the summer as warmer weather and conditions bring more riders onto the road. Six out of ten crashes involving a motorcycle in B.C. happen at an intersection. Police report that driver distraction and drivers who fail to yield are the top factors in car crashes with motorcycles (2014-2018 police data).

You can help prevent a crash with a motorcycle by following these tips: Scan intersections carefully and take an extra moment to look for motorcycles when you’re turning left.

Stay alert and avoid distractions that take your mind off driving or your eyes off the road.

Allow at least three or four seconds of following distance when behind a motorcycle and plenty of lane space when you pass.

Be ready to yield as a motorcycle is often closer than it seems. Remember it can be hard to tell how fast they’re travelling.

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Celista Boat Launch Uncertain for this Season

By Jo Anne Malpass Columbia Shuswap Regional District Parks is continuing to work toward completing the boat launch component of the park at Bristow Road in Celista but is considering the option of opening it to the public for day use this summer if it doesn’t get the necessary authorizations soon, said Ryan Nitchie, CSRD Team Leader of Community Services.

“I can’t say for sure that we won’t open the site for boat launching this year. We continue to work with our QEP (Qualified Environmental Professional), DFO (Department of Fisheries and Oceans) and our engineer on a mitigation and compensation plan. Once that plan is completed it is submitted to DFO for their review. If they are satisfied, then DFO will send the application out for referral to relevant agencies.

Following that process we may/may not get the authorization to proceed.

If we are fortunate enough to get the authorization to proceed, then we will need to coordinate with the contractor to complete the launch, subject to lake level conditions as well.”

Nitchie said he is hoping to have more information early in June.

“Our intention, should the site not open as a boat launch for this year, would be to open it to the public for day use. We will need to make some minor modifications to restrict vehicular access to the lake. Our hope is to get a clearer picture from DFO in the next couple weeks, then make the decision regarding opening the site for day use.”

“If we do get the authorization, we will be considering all of our options in terms of making the site a boat launch immediately, given the community desire to see the launch functional.”

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Gateway Lakeview Estates Inc Public Information Meeting for Bylaw 825

Gateway Former Sales Center (located next to Entrance)

June 16 and 23, 2021 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Mr. Greg Darroch and Franklin Engineering, on behalf of the owner, Gateway Lakeview Estates Inc will be holding an open house limited to number of attendees due to covid 19. Prior registration and sign in will be required.

Both dates for the open house will address questions that are related to the notice of application below.

Social distancing will be in effect for this meeting with mandatory mask use. A maximum of 8 people will be allowed in the room at one time. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer questions. Guests will be asked to leave their name and contact information for contact tracing purposes before entering.

Please register your proposed attendance by email at projects@darrochinvestments.com A supplemental zoom meeting will be conducted on June 17, 2021 starting at 7:00 pm for those unable to attend in person.

If you are interested in attending the zoom meeting please email projects@darrochinvestments.com and development overview will be emailed along with the zoom invitation.

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Fire News

By Ben Pellett Acting SC/LC Fire Chief Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Department has been back at in-person training since early March and our new recruits are working hard on their basic firefighting skills.

They are all doing very well and two will be going for Exterior Live Fire training in June. One of our more experienced fire fighters went to Interior Live Fire training at the end of May, and numerous other members have been to different courses this spring. While most firefighting training is done in the fire hall at regular Tuesday evening practices, these regional courses are invaluable to individual development and we all look forward to going to them.

In late April through mid May, all three departments in the North Shuswap responded to burning complaints and brush fires, including one where the owner hadn’t had a fire on the property for a few days.

In dry conditions even a small amount of heat can creep through the surficial organic soils, unexpectedly igniting grass or other vegetation at a later time.

The conditions we’ve had this spring may be an indication of what is to come this summer. Are you prepared for a wildfire that may threaten your home and property? The CSRD has a dedicated FireSmart representative, Scotch Creek and Celista each have one, and Anglemont has four. Call any of the fire departments for a free FireSmart appraisal or visit https://www.csrd. bc.ca/firesmart for more information on property assessments, neighbourhood-level assessments,

and other resources like a 30-minute webinar on FireSmart.

Do you have a Neighbourhood Emergency Program set up for the area that you live in, not just for wildfires but for any other emergency? Do you have the NEP coordinators’ phone numbers? Who will you call if a natural disaster threatens your home? If you don’t have a NEP then now is the time to get one set up in your neighbourhood.

It’s best done through local events like BBQs between neighbours, which we are all hoping to have this summer with COVID restrictions forecasted to ease. Phone the Anglemont Fire Chief at 250-318-7157 or Shuswap Emergency Program at 250833-5927 for more information on to how to get started.

All three departments are actively recruiting members. Volunteer firefighting takes all types of people, from the superhero walking in slow motion you’ve seen on the posters hung up throughout the area to driver/operators, rehab officers, life safety educators, auxiliary members, and many others. As fire department members we progress at our own pace and only work at the operational level we are comfortable at. We meet great people, learn new skills, give back to our communities, have a lot of fun, and get paid to do it. If this sounds good to you, call Graham in Anglemont (250318-7157), Roy in Celista (250-804-3349), or me in Scotch Creek/Lee Creek (778-694-9890).

Stay safe out there and enjoy your June.

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Water Safety Week is June 5 – 12 SWC / RCMSAR Release June 5 marks the start of the annual Water Safety Week in Canada.

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 15 lifejacket loaner stations around the Shuswap, equipped with child-sized lifejackets that can be borrowed for free on a first-come, first-served honour system. The lifejackets are provided by the RCMSAR and several community sponsors, including the SWC. An additional three loaner stations are being built later this year, bringing to the total to 18.

“Kids don’t float, but

lifejackets do,” adds Rob Sutherland, 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.”

According to a poll done by the Canadian Red Cross in 2013, half of the parents surveyed believe they can effectively supervise children by simply listening for signs of trouble. Since drowning is silent, listening is not an effective form of supervision.

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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. Don’t be distracted by your phone or a book. And, swimming with a buddy is always a better idea than swimming alone,” Vieira urges.

This time of year, high water and the possibility of floating and partially submerged debris brings a unique set of hazards to the lakes. Logs and other floating hazards are most common near the mouths of rivers, and where the arms of Shuswap Lake converge, like at Cinnemousun Narrows.

Boaters need to keep a watchful eye open for them.

“Our Station and community volunteers are dedicated to saving lives on the water when our services are needed. If you’re on the water and you need help, we encourage you to call sooner than later,” says Sutherland. “But equally important to our team, we encourage boaters to practice safe operations and procedures while on the lakes.”

Funding for “Science of Salmon” Program Salmon Society Release The Adams River Salmon Society has received funding from Interfor Adams Lake Division to host field trips for Shuswap students to learn the incredible life history of the Adams River Sockeye. This funding will allow the Society to host elementary, intermediate and secondary students at the amazing Tsútswecw Park on the Adams River.

“We are so excited for students to discover our local aquatic invertebrates or how to measure forest; we love hosting these programs” says Christy Wright, Educational Coordinator for the Society.

“We support students in their journey to explore, wonder and connect with the natural world”, Christy says.

Thanks also to Shuswap Community Foundation for its support for our Science of Salmon programs. Christy explained that Shuswap Community Foundation and BC Parks has provided the aids such as hip waders, forester’s tapes and magnifying glasses for the program. Education Facilitators guide the classes through a series of stations and also have a School Outreach Program.

Science of Salmon Explore - Wonder - Connect Information on the Science of Salmon and other programs are available on the Salmon Society’s website at www.salmonsociety.com .

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Gord Bell: Remarkable Recipe Wrangler

By Larissa Lutjen to his property in Anglemont, although Observant Kicker readers will have still making regular trips to the Lower noticed that many of the recipes printed Mainland where his wife spends most of in the Recipe of the Month column in the year. For many years he cooked for the last few years have been submitted his good friends who lived next door in

by Gord Bell. Gord’s contribution to the Anglemont and he always asked for their Kicker is much appreciated but the story honest feedback. He knew a batch of fish of how he became a maestro of the Mix cakes had gotten a ‘thumbs down’ review Master is also an interesting story. when after only a few bites his neighbour Gord’s parents both grew up in Saskatchewan before moving to the Lower Q:Why was the cook arrested?

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meticulous notes about the result to consult back on when he cooks the other pieces.

He would encourage people to learn how to use the tools they already have in their kitchens. For example, baking with a convection oven can eliminate the need to turn a sheet of cookies for an even bake and can also work as an air fryer without the expense of buying another appliance. Gord likes to cut potatoes to length, soak them in water to remove some of the starch, and then bake them on a baking rack in a convection oven for perfect ‘air-fried’ French fries.

As to future food challenges, he looks at new types of cuisine like “friends I haven’t met yet”. For example, he is interested in learning more about Mongolian cooking but finds that some more exotic recipes include ingredients he can’t find in the interior. It is one thing he misses about the Lower Mainland. But for someone who can tell you about the different characteristics of both Norwegian and Bosnian flatbread, it is certain that new culinary adventures will be in Gord’s future and that Kicker readers will be the lucky beneficiaries.

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In response to the recent announcement by our Provincial Health Officer to open indoor dining, we would like to celebrate the restaurants in the North, South and Western Shuswap region and encourage you to continue your support to dine in, take out and support local as we enter the Provincial Restart Plan.

South Shuswap Log’n Hearth Restaurant Duffer’s Den Restaurant/Lounge Spinnaker Café FINZ Bar & Grill Bayside Bar & Grill Lakeside Ice Cream Chinese Garden Restaurant Asian Holiday Restaurant Tappen Esso Restaurant Tappen Co-op Ice Cream Tappen Korean Take-out Rancher’s Pizzeria and Bar Sprokkets Café Blind Bay Village Grocer Eagle Bay Mercantile Store Sorrento Lighthouse Market Home Restaurant Sorrento Frankie’s Pizza Steamers Coffee Co. Copper Island Pub & Grill Subway Sorrento Sorrento Pizza and Ice Cream Stratis Mediterranean Grill

North Shuswap 250-675-2510 250-675-2315 250-675-2238 250-675-3255 778-490-0055 250-675-0041 250-675-2898 250-675-0099 250-835-4585 250-835-4513 250-835-4585 778-490-0066 250-835-2109 250-675-2046 250-675-4465 250-675-2442 250-675-3552 250-675-3100 250-675-5255 250-675-2254 778-490-5088 778-490-5056 250-675-3677

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BC Government Release Construction on the next phase of the Trans-Canada Highway (TCH) four-laning through the Village of Chase will start this summer, increasing safety, reliability and efficiency for people living and travelling in the region.

The $32-million contract for the Chase West to Chase Creek Bridge project has been awarded to CIF Construction Ltd. of Prince George.

Work is expected to get underway in July 2021 and is anticipated to be complete in fall 2023.

Crews will expand 1.6 kilometres of the highway from two to four lanes, with a concrete median barrier that will add protection for people travelling along this segment. The project will add a grade-separated interchange at Brooke Drive and extend improvements on Brooke Drive to Shuswap Avenue. This will be a significant upgrade, and access to Chase will be safer with this new interchange in place.

A new sidewalk along Brooke Drive and a new separated pathway on Chase Creek Bridge will support active transportation for cyclists and pedestrians.

Work is already well underway on the Chase Creek Road to Chase West section that will also reduce traffic congestion and improve safety in the region. This project includes 3.3 kilometres of Highway 1 widening with a concrete median barrier, and construction of a pedestrian underpass and multi-use pathway to support active transportation, such as cycling and walking.

The total budget for the Chase four-laning project is $220 million.

This includes up to $12.1 million from the Government of Canada under the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component of the New Building Canada Fund.

During construction, every effort will be made to minimize disruption to local traffic. People travelling the TCH can expect to encounter construction this summer, and it is important to be prepared and plan ahead.

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Freedom of Expression Must Be Protected

By Mel Arnold, MP North Okanagan- Shuswap World wars have been fought to protect our rights and freedom of speech and we must never let those rights and freedoms be eroded.

When the Trudeau government introduced bill C-10 last November, Minister of Canadian Heritage Steven Guilbeault told the House of Commons the bill’s amendments to the Broadcasting Act were aimed at benefiting Canada’s artists and musicians by forcing web giants to increase investments in Canadian content. This initial commitment seemed reasonable especially considering the need for our Broadcast Act to be modernized in light of the major changes in where and how we source music, television and film entertainment.

A couple of weeks later, the minister told the House that C-10 was aimed at film, television and music streaming services like Netflix and Spotify and that the government was committed to introducing another bill aimed at social media platforms like Facebook. At that time, the minister also stated that user-generated content would not be subject to the new regulations.

Despite these assurances, the bill’s progression took a sudden turn on April 23 when the Trudeau Liberals suddenly amended the bill to extend its powers to the regulation of user-generated content on social media platforms. A bill originally presented as essential to protecting and ensuring continued Canadian content suddenly became a government bill seeking to regulate what Canadians say or share on social media. Smart phone apps were also added to the purview of the proposed regulations.

These amendments prompted strong reactions from my Conservative colleagues and I and I feel it is important to explain to constituents why we are flat-out rejecting bill C-10. In a democratic society such as Canada’s, citizens need to be free to call out abuses of power and without fear of consequence.

What we see around the world and here in Canada today is that social media has rapidly become the central platform used by citizens expressing their rejections or protests against injustices, including those of governments. The proposals of C-10 open the door for the federal government and its regulating agency to undermine our ability to continue exercising our critical democratic freedom of expression.

After 14 months of living with pandemic restrictions, many Canadians are isolated at home and relying on social media for information, connectivity, and entertainment. I strongly question why the Trudeau government has chosen this time to radically change how Canadians can use social media.

My Conservative colleagues and I know that there needs to be a level playing field for large foreign streaming services and Canadian broadcasters to compete on; we also know that it is important to ensure the sustainability of Canada’s arts and culture. Most importantly, we know that these objectives can be achieved without undermining or eroding fundamental rights and freedoms of Canadians.

I will continue to fight the Trudeau government’s dangerous proposals in C-10 and stand up for the rights and freedoms that Canadians expect and deserve.

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By Karen Boulter PLEASE HELP! North Shuswap First Responders needs volunteers! We are desperately looking for individuals willing to be trained as dispatchers. This will be especially important during the next few months, as historically, the summer season has more emergency calls than any other time of year.

Whenever someone in the North Shuswap dials 911 and BC Ambulance Service dispatches an ambulance to our area, their next step is to contact our NSFR team. This is when our dispatchers pick up the emergency call. We record pertinent information, such as the time, date and address location, the type of emergency (loss of consciousness, possible heart attack/stroke, etc) and dispatch our Responders to the emergency.

Dispatchers keep in contact with the Responders throughout the call, ensuring everyone is kept informed regarding the status of the patient, as well as being ready to update BCAS as more urgent care is needed.

This position will require you to carry a radio/pager during the day and night that you are volunteering. We try to have enough dispatchers to share the load, so that you might only be required one day per week. The more volunteers we have, the lighter the responsibilities for everyone involved.

If you would like to find out more about becoming a dispatcher with NSFR, please contact Judy at judybryenton@hotmail.com or by calling 778-207-2088 for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you today.

Together, “We Make a Difference.”

If you are interested in joining our FR Society, please email Catherine McCrea at cm.nsbc@gmail.com If you would like to borrow home care medical supplies such as crutches, walkers, walking casts, shower chairs, etc., free of charge, from the First Responders Society, please contact Don Devine at donedevine@ gmail.com or call 250-955-2101 to make arrangements and find out more about what we have available. If you have equipment at home that you are (continued on page 39)

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Staying Sun Safe During another Sunny www.NSHealthCentre.ca Shuswap Summer

By Dr. Domino Bucarelli, NSHC Family Physician Out, damned spot!

Did you know that the skin is the largest organ of the human body? It’s also one of the most versatile organs by providing waterproof wrapping for the body, being the first line of defence against bacteria and other pathogens, cooling us by producing sweat, and helping us sense our environment through pressure, pain, and temperature.

It is worthy of our attention and care year-round but especially during the summer months while we enjoy our time in the sun.

UV radiation from the sun is linked to the development of skin cancers including Basal Cell Carcinoma (the most common type), Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Melanoma.

Protecting our skin from exposure to the sun by: • trying to stay out of the sun between 11am- 3pm • using sunscreen (at least SPF 30) with both UVA and UVB coverage with reapplication every 2 hours

• wearing light-coloured sun-protective clothing • avoiding sunbathing These tips can help to reduce the risk of developing skin cancer.

It is also important to monitor your skin for any changes, particularly areas that get a lot of sun including hands, face, arms and back, for any odd spots or marks, changing moles, or sores that won’t heal. Make a skin check with your doctor, part of your yearly preventive health review as early removal of skin cancers can often be curative.

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Updates on the North Shuswap Seniors & Community Resource Centre… Renovations are starting to wrap up! Due to current COVID restrictions, our open house will take place on a later date.

Community Petition is still in circulation if you have not signed it yet! Drop into the health centre to sign or complete the form in last month’s Kicker and drop it off to us.

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By Bev Shea Ladies’ Golf at Anglemont Estates Golf course had our official opening at 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 13. There were 19 ladies out to enjoy a beautiful day on the golf course.

The flowering trees between holes 7 and 8 co-operated by being in full bloom and providing the backdrop for some team pictures. We started the year off with a fun best ball scramble. The winning team was The Birdie Bags who had a score of 32 and consisted of Pam Watters, Jeannie Longhurst, Kim Henrick and Wanda Lorencz. They all received a potted plant as a prize. Also receiving potted plants was the “most honest” team, Doris Hunter, Jill Kubica, Marie Newton, the Orange is the New Black team of Jan Karen Freeman Wojciechowski, Irene Anderson, Maureen Overland and Bev Shea.

After our golf game we were treated to a lovely appetizer plate provided

by Craig Golemblaski and the Anglemont Estates Golf Course. We also had some door prize draws provided by Craig and Kim Henrick – thanks for your donations.

While enjoying after golf drinks we held our spring general meeting and heard about some of the exciting events we are looking forward to this season.

The next special event will be Hippie Days on June 17th. We have also started our yearlong contests – Count Your Putts, Ringer Board, Birdie and Par Trees and Chipping Tree. There is still lots of time for new members to come out to join in the fun. We were very excited to welcome 3 new members at our opening and we have since added another new member. It really is a case of the more the merrier.

We hope to see you at 9:00 am on Tuesday or Thursday – just be at the clubhouse ready to play at 8:45. If you would like more information, please call the golf course (250) 955-2323 or our golf captain, Doris at (250) 955-0141. As always, keep your head down Jan Wojciechowski, Irene Anderson, Bev Shea, and follow through.

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Anglemont Men’s Golf

By Gerry Shea The Anglemont Estates Men’s Golf Club has started its Thursday night golfing event. Play starts at 5:00 pm, please show up at 4:30 pm. New members are always welcome. For this year, the club is hoping to have about 27 members for the 2021 season. Once-amonth special scoring tournaments (3 club Thursday, etc.) are also planned.

In June, 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 20.

Some of the items discussed included the club hockey pool results, information regarding the Rotary Club Discount cards, the timing for the upcoming Match Play Tournament (starting June 3), information regarding the Don and Sheila Riley Tournament, information regarding the North Shuswap Health Society Golf Tournament on June 26th at Shuswap Lake Estates and a possible fund-raising golf tournament for the Lakeview Center.

We hope to see you out on the course this summer!

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What is MFA and why should you care?

By John Seymour Online account hacking is big business. There are many bad people trying their best to make a living at your expense by hacking into your online accounts. They use sophisticated means to discover your password and although I won’t be getting into what techniques are used, suffice it to say that the main victims are those of us who use simple passwords for multiple online accounts.

The unfortunate truth is that most of us hate passwords so tend to use the same ones over and over for convenience sake. Not enough people take online security seriously enough to worry about it.

Hackers know that and are constantly looking for ways to exploit it for profit.

Thankfully, the industry is helping in the war against hackers. They are developing ways to keep us safe online. Understanding that it is unlikely that people will ever change their ways where passwords are concerned they have developed technology called MFA or Multi Factor Authentication. You may have heard this called two-factor or two-step authentication, but Multi Factor Authentication is the blanket name.

In a nutshell, it means that users will require more than one piece of evidence to prove that they are who they say they are before they are allowed access to an online account. Typically one piece is the password but the second could be any number of things.

It could be a text message you receive on your smartphone, a code sent to an email account you own or even biometric proof such as your fingerprint or facial recognition. The idea being that your password alone will not be enough to access your account which is a good thing and very effective against hacking.

Many of the biggest online accounts you use today have this technology incorporated into their sites.

The list is large but examples include Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Paypal, Amazon, Yahoo and naturally, your bank. In all cases, even though MFA is available, it is not turned on by default so if you are at all concerned about getting hacked, it would be wise to investigate how to turn it on for your account(s).

For those accounts that do not use MFA but have confidential data about you, then you should use a strong, unique password there instead to be safe.

The bottom line here is that passwords will not be going away anytime soon and it takes a great deal of effort to manage them properly so many don’t. MFA is a great way to mitigate the risk of using ‘easy to remember’ passwords without the risk of being hacked.

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The Big Picture

By Paul Jackson Certified Financial Planner In the past few articles, I have focussed on investing. However, as a Financial Planner, I have learned over the years that investing is just an “activity” within the broader framework of Financial Planning. Unfortunately, too many people believe investing IS Financial Planning, but it is not.

A good Financial Planner will put investing and all that entails into context. There are many activities that comprise Financial Planning – Investment Planning, Education Planning, Debt Planning, Cash Flow Planning, Insurance and Estate Planning, Tax Planning and Retirement Planning.

All these activities are important at some point in one’s life if they are to succeed financially. Therefore, it is usually beneficial to work with one trusted individual to act as the quarterback or tour guide on this journey. You see, Financial Planning is not a brief encounter at the side counter of a bank, or a few google searches of information. A good Financial Planner will work with you and your family for years and decades.

They will often know your financial situation better than you do.

If for example you are in the early stages of your life and just starting to get serious about your long-term financial future, you will be buying that first house, getting into debt, and having kids.

This is a great time to consider working with a Financial Planner. They can help be a sounding board for some of your early decisions and provide perspective you may not have considered. They will help you to develop solid, systematic habits towards saving and investing and protecting your family. They will help you choose the right investments and investment vehicles to meet your objectives. They will set you on a course.

As you age and get into your career, it is never too early to begin retirement cash flow planning. As the saying goes, “those that fail to plan, plan to fail”. Having a plan is critical. It will help you set long term goals and offer a path to achieve that goal. You might be 40 years old and have the objective of retiring at 60 with $XX/year of Net After Tax Income. It is not as easy as one might think to determine if you will meet this objective. There are many things to consider that a good Financial

Planner, using robust Retirement Cash Flow software will be able to illustrate.

There are several inputs to consider – what do you have invested currently, what do you or should you put away each year, what pensions might you receive, what is a reasonable inflation rate or assumed rate of return, will you downsize, will you inherit…and so on and so on. There are a lot of moving parts. This plan should also be updated regularly, at least every 3-4 years.

Once you retire, then often people turn their focus towards wealth preservation and Estate Planning or how to effectively pass wealth to the next generation.

We have all heard that we should Diversify. This is true for investing. But this is far from true regarding advice.

You should endeavor to find ONE source of advice that you trust. Gloria Steinem coined the phrase “rich people plan for three generations; poor people plan for Saturday Night”.

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By Larissa Lutjen a Ranger she has concentrated Last fall, Lee Creek resi- on learning about butterflies, dent Nancy Parkinson learned sharing information and about a butterfly habitat eneducational videos with her hancement program organized neighbours, and putting the through the David Suzuki pollinator-friendly advice into Foundation. After reading action in her own yard. Over about the initiative, she decid- the winter one of Nancy’s ed to become a full-fledged friends, Suzi Rawn, watched a Butterfly Ranger because it video Nancy had shared with presented an opportunity to her daughter, Gracelyn. They think about the how nurturing watched it many times and the tiny life in our own back Gracelyn studied what kind yards can be part of “making of flowers they should plant. the world a better place”.

Now their butterfly garden When seeds are in discussing the ground a decline in ready to grow insect numbers, where some entomologists butterflies can often refer to find them. the “windshield Parkinson effect”. They would encourremind people age people that 40 to 50 to change years ago washthe way they ing dead insects think about off windshields pollinators, was a regular moving from chore, and focusing only for people on flowers to old enough to considering a have witnessed butterfly’s enthe change, the tire life cycle.

Nancy in her garden holding smaller number of a Black Eyed Susan, one type This starts by insects in Canada of flower butterflies like. understanding today is stark. where pollinatKicker staff photo The precipitous ing insects lay decline in montheir eggs and arch populations and the survive the winter, to thinking problem of colony collapse about shelter and food sources in honeybees are well-known for caterpillars, the butterfly’s examples of what an article in larval stage, and finally proCanadian Geographic magviding flowering plants, sunny azine characterized as “an spots and watering opportunialarming pattern of decline in ties for butterflies throughout North America” for pollinat- the summer. Learning about ing insects. our local insect and host-plant The aim of the Butterfly species is key. A few of our Rangers program is to native butterflies include the “establish habitat for lomourning cloak, swallowtail, cal bees and butterflies in painted lady, red admiral and communities throughout cabbage white. Some of the the country’. People who plants these butterflies have are interested in becoming relied on for thousands of Butterfly Rangers apply to years include mock orange, the Suzuki Foundation, and Oregon grape, ocean spray, commit to working on local cottonwood and saskatoon pollinator habitats and sharing berry. information with others in the If gardeners in the North community. Parkinson has Shuswap would like to help been a gardener for years but butterflies and other natu“never with a focus to enable ral pollinators there are 5 a species to survive”. So far as key pieces of advice which

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Parkinson would share: 1. Avoid all pesticide use. As the experience with noenicitinoids has shown even chemicals that appear to pose small risks for humans can be deadly for insects.

2. Plan for a succession of flowering plants. Think about plants that bloom early and late in the season and choose wild cultivars over hybrid varieties. Bee balm, echinacea, cosmos, black eyed Susan, as well as chives, dill and lavender, are all great plants to grow. Asters are especially good as a fall bloomer. In addition, leave the first dandelion flowers of the year for the insects to enjoy.

3. Make a butterfly watering spot. There are plenty of attractive examples found on-line that use pretty rocks and marbles. You need to include some mud and keep the puddle station wet all summer. Many insects will appreciate the water and some butterflies need the salts and minerals found in wet soil.

4. Let some of your yard go wild. Not only letting flowering weeds grow but leave an accumulation of branches, leaves and wood waste to serve as insect habitat. This is important in public green areas too – perfectly manicured spaces are not perfect for butterflies and other pollinators.

5. Plant the season. Think about helping butterflies through their entire life cycle, leaving piles of organic debris over winter, waiting a bit longer to rake and mow in the spring, and planting native host plants which the caterpillars can eat, in addition to flowers.

If people are interested in learning more, participating in creating butterfly habitats, or becoming a Butterfly Ranger, more information can be found at davidsuzuki.org by entering “butterfly” in the search bar or by googling “david suzuki butterfly ranger”.

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North Shuswap Farmers’ Market Veteran ‘Lee Creek Organics’

By Larissa Lutjen This summer the Kicker will profile three vendors from our local farmers’ markets. For our first profile I decided to go home to see my Dad, who at 79 still tends a sprawling acreage of gardens and fruit trees with the dedicated help of my sister, Varya. Between the two of them they have been attending various local markets since 2000.

My Dad, Eric Lutjen, began farming and planting fruit trees in Lee Creek in the early 1970s. He remembers that some of his first grape vines came from

Woodwards in Kamloops and his first five fruit trees came from a nursery located near where the Piccadilly Mall is today in Salmon Arm. Three of those trees are still producing fruit. In the 1990’s he began planting fruit trees in earnest and today he still cares for more than 100 trees, which is no small task.

In 2000, and for one year after, he had a stall at the brand-new Sorrento Farmers’ Market with his friend, Willy Gaw. They sold fruit, vegetables, jam and a lot of garlic. In 2005 Varya was managing the Fireweed Art Gallery located in Celista where she decided to hold regular markets on the grounds of the art gallery. One of the vendors that summer was Shuswap Infusions in its first year of operations before they became a North Shuswap super success story.

A couple years later Varya was selling fruit and produce at the new Chase Farm and Craft market. Then when the

North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce established a farmers’ market at the Centre in Scotch Creek, she started to sell there.

She stayed with the fledgling Scotch Creek market as it moved from the Centre, then to the Mylo’s parking lot and lastly to the Home Hardware parking lot. A permanent Scotch Creek market has now been operating for many years next door to the Hub. Since the establishment of the Celista Hall Farmers’ Market in 2012, she is one of only two vendors who has been there from the beginning. In that first year there

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was only a handful of stalls, which is hard to believe if you visit the CHFM today. In addition to being a long-time vendor she is also part of the market board and helps with set-up and take-down.

Varya sells kale, chard, garlic scapes, mint, basil, beets, carrots, zucchinis, cucumbers, tomatoes, jam, plums and apples, but by far her most popular products are cherries, green beans, raspberries and garlic. All of the food grown on their Lee Creek property is organic, in the sense that it is grown without chemical pesticides or fertilizers, however, the name ‘organic’ is now reserved for people who have Certified Organic status. This has left her searching for a new name to replace ‘Lee Creek Organics’, which she

had operated under for about ten years.

Especially when the cherries and raspberries are in season, Eric and Varya do some farm gate sales as well. For many years they have used an organic pheromone treatment to prevent European fruit flies from invading their cherries with good results. In the last couple years Varya has also experimented with canning and selling apple juice.

Varya is perhaps best known locally for making unique dresses and producing several must-attend fashion shows.

Perhaps if she can find the time between her planting, weeding, watering and vending she might be convinced to stage another show when indoor events can happen again.

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By Larissa Lutjen This summer 40 local people or families will be included in BC’s Nutrition Coupon Program which provides funds to be spent on healthy food at Farmers’ Markets. The participants need to apply to, and will be selected by, the Chase Hamper Society and they will be able to spend $21 a week (seven $3 coupons) at one of three local markets: the Chase Farm and Craft Market, the Sorrento Village Farmers’ Market and the Celista Hall Farmers’ Market.

The program is intended to support low-income families, seniors and pregnant and nursing mothers, helping them to afford nutritious food grown locally.

Applicants do not need income documents but should connect with people at the Chase food bank (Hamper Society) to be considered. It is important that people who apply are able to get to one of the participating markets regularly in order to spend the coupons. The coupons can be spent at any participating market in the province.

The coupons can be redeemed for fruit, vegetables, eggs, dairy herbs, meat and fish. New this year to the program, food and herb bedding plants can also be purchased with the coupons. The program began in 2012 under the Liberal government and will receive 2.38 million dollars in funds this year from the current NDP government. It now operates in 85 communities around the province. Under Adrian Dix, the current Health Minister, the weekly amounts were boosted from $15 to $21. The Ministry feels it is an important step toward reaching a ‘5

servings of fruit and vegetables a day’ benchmark which they have set as a measure that would improve health in the province.

The program also benefits local farmers as the money is spent directly in communities where food is grown. On average, participants spend $11 a week of their own money on top of the $21 worth of coupons, which increases the benefit to farmers.

If individuals or businesses would like to privately support the program it is possible to donate by buying coupons for the community partner of a donor’s choice. Last year $250,000 was donated by private donations and two MLAs, Bob D’Eith and Lisa Beare, each supported one family through their donations.

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Lee Creek Harvest Festival – Part 2

By Jim Cooperman The 1980s were the “golden years” for the Lee Creek Harvest Festival.

It may have been the success of the early Harvest Festivals that inspired the upper community to dedicate one acre for a community centre, complete with a playing field. The stage was skidded to the dedicated acre, where in 1983 many community members, who now included friends that lived nearby, began building a post and beam community centre. That year another very popular event was added to the summer season called the Lee Creek Prom, with the dancers enjoying a newly built floor under the stars.

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What I would call the golden years of the festival were in the 1980s and early 1990s, when the audience sat on bleachers in front of the first section of the hall and there was a dressing room behind the stage. Unlike most community events elsewhere, the festival was free for all those who attended.

Community members provided the funds to cover the cost of the feast and other expenses and they donated their time and materials.

The late Willy Gaw, Jim Cooperman and David Balser in the “Case of the Missing Statue” skit that was performed twice in Every spring there was 1983, photo courtesy of Jim Cooperman a meeting/party, at which all of our names were put into Robin Hood, an airplane trip, a take-off a hat to draw and determine of Rosemary’s Baby, the salmon run, a randomly who would be in each skit group. After a summer of skit rehearsals, house full of talking furniture, and a Sam Spade detective that travels back to the the Monty Python inspired skits were time of the druids. quite imaginative and evoked much In addition to the skits that were perlaughter. Some of the themes included formed by community members as well hypnotism, a Pierre Trudeau canoe trip,

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A typical mellow scene during the day at one of the festivals, photo by Jim Cooperman as visitors from other alternative communities, there were solo or group filler acts, and one or more bands that played long into the night. The weekend would begin with a potluck and dress rehearsals on the Friday night and volleyball, kid’s games, a parade, an occasional tacky fashion show and a feast before the show on Saturday night. Often, the nearby fields were filled with people camping in trucks, vans and tents.

For those who could stay up all night, there was the infamous “Ed Show” around the fire early Sunday morning where our resident amateur comedian and his sidekick, Ed, told off-colour jokes. Sunday evening was dedicated to the awards night, where the “Golden Cones” were presented to the most popular performers, skits, and other categories from the previous year, based on the audience voting cards that were submitted.

When the technology became available, the awards show included short videos of the performances, a’ la the Oscars.

The outdoor stage was abandoned when the Lee Creek Community Centre was expanded to its current size in the late 1990s, and the festival moved inside, which fit the new time slot that was much later in the year. As the community grew older, hill folk became too busy with a variety of other projects and lost interest in putting on skits and investing time into local social events. Additionally, when the festival was held indoors later in the year, some of the charm was lost.

The final festival was held in 2005 and now, over fifteen years later, there is plenty of time to reminisce about these glorious days of our youth. In the last few years, the hall was renovated through work parties, and more events were happening up until the pandemic, including the still popular Prom. Since the time of settlement in the early 20th century, dozens of communities in the Shuswap have built halls and have hosted similar events, but it is unlikely that there were any as unique and creative as the Lee Creek Harvest Festival.

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While the inherent rewards of freshwater fishing are well known to anglers, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC is adding extra rewards for the sport’s younger fans with the return of the Summer Fishing Challenge. Youth 15 and younger are invited to capture fishing moments and share their experiences through the summer to earn prizes. Catching a fish isn’t even required to win.

Younger anglers are Photo Credit - Lacey Pukas continuing to take up the sport in Freshwater Fisheries increasing numbers, following the Society of BC. trend of families enjoying more outdoor activities together. In 2020 licence sales to BC residents increased 17% compared to 2019, with the biggest increase seen amongst 16 – 24 year olds (67%), and 25 – 34 year olds (29%). The youngest Challenge participants were 3 and the average age of the participants was 8.5 years old.

“We had enthusiastic participation across the province last year with youth from Terrace, to Fort St. John, Campbell River to Creston and everywhere in between,” says Jessica Yarwood, Freshwater Fisheries Society’s Outreach Coordinator. “We are seeing indications that interest in the sport will continue to grow this year as more families discover it as a way to spend time together outdoors. It’s perfect for multigenerational families and what could be better than a BC lake in the summertime?”

The Summer Fishing Challenge is designed to encourage youth enjoyment of freshwater fishing. The first 1,000 youth who record at least five fishing trips are eligible to win a fishing tackle kit. Youth who catch a fish on each of five different fishing trips can also enter to win a Blue Fox Fishing rod & reel from Luhr Jensen. The rod & reel prize will be awarded to each of the first 200 eligible submissions.

To enter, fill out the fishing journal or the online journal by recording each fishing trip and taking a photo during that trip. Photos can be of the lake or river scenery, people fishing, or that day’s catch. Photos can be of multiple trips to the same location or to different locations. Entrants are also required to correctly answer a skill testing question.

Families interested in freshwater fishing can sign up to learn more about the sport or refresh their skills through the Freshwater Fisheries Society’s Virtual Learn to Fish programs which cover the basics of freshwater fishing. Register at gofishbc.com in the Events section. These online presentations are free and preregistration is required.

Entrants can download a form to fill out and return by email or fill out the online form. Full contest rules and the fishing journal are posted at https://www.gofishbc.com/Blog/

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Fishing-Tips/Summer-Fishing-Challenge.aspx. Entries can be sent via e-mail to LearntoFish@gofishbc.com or submitted using the on-line form (with photos attached), between May 21 and August 3, 2021. Parent/guardian consent required.

British Columbia residents under 16 years old may sport fish in fresh water without any licence or stamp, and are entitled to the legal limit of fish. Anglers 16 and older require a B.C. freshwater fishing licence to sport fish.

Angers are reminded to comply with the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations and practice physical distancing.

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC was created in 2003 as a private, not-for-profit organization, funded mainly through freshwater fishing licence revenues. In partnership with the Province, the Society annually stocks six million trout, char and kokanee salmon in 800 B.C. lakes. It also manages special hatchery programs for endangered species including white sturgeon, conducts fisheries research, education and conservation programs, and works to make angling more accessible for all. To find out more, visit gofishbc.com.

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By Ted Danyluk Here is a Shuswap Lake Trivia Pursuit question. What safety feature do the boat launches at Magna Bay Park, Shuswap Lake Provincial Park and the soon to be open Bristow Road Park have in common? You are correct if you said a “Kids Don’t Float…But PFDs Do” Kiosk that was installed by the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue 106 (Shuswap). The RCMSAR wants kids to stay safe in the water. If a child needs a PFD, parents are welcome to borrow one at the kiosk. Parents must ensure they choose the right size PFD for their child and it is properly worn while boating or swimming.

The North Shuswap Lions are proud to be one of the groups in the Shuswap to annually make a financial donation to the operation of the RCMSAR 106. The Station has 22 active volunteer members. Since May 2012 when it began serving the Shuswap community, it has *completed 300 missions totaling 851 hours. Of these missions, 73% have involved BCEHS paramedics responding with RCMSAR. *along with BCEHS, saved the lives of 376 people. *contributed almost 27,000 volunteer hours to the Shuswap community. *established 18 “Kids Don’t Float” PFD loaner Kiosks on Shuswap Lake.

Plans are underway for the RCMSAR 106 to build a new boathouse and training room at their station in Sicamous.

If you would like to make a

donation to this very valuable organization, please go to their website at https://rcmsar106. ca and follow the link titled “Donate Here”.

The Lions would like to extend a Big Thank You to the North Shuswap Historical Society for including our Club’s history in the most recently published Shuswap Chronicle Volume #12. We really appreciate our story being shared with the community.

Last month the plea went out far and wide seeking volunteers who would like to help the North Shuswap Lions with projects but don’t really want to join the Club. Well, I was totally amazed at the response. I thought maybe one or two folks would come forward, but to have no one call to volunteer makes us feel like the Maytag repairman. You are truly missing out on the chance of a lifetime because when Dr. Bonnie says “GO” you don’t want to be left behind with all the fun you can have being a North Shuswap Lion volunteer.

Give me a call, Ted Danyluk at 250-955-6384, not only to add your name to the list, but to start the list.

Now would it not be a cool thing to ride the Electric Bicycle you won from buying a Lakeview Centre raffle ticket with your 50/50 on-line raffle winnings from the Health Centre Society while wearing a Lions volunteer vest. Health Centre tickets can be bought at https://nshealthcentre. rafflenexus.com Call Tony at 778-7651506 to purchase Lakeview raffle tickets.

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By Denise Meier The bears are back!!

Soon there will be baby deer tripping the light fantastic through the forest and drawing oohs and aahs from passers-by. Please watch for them on the roads.

Lakeview Community Centre continues to be closed.

Our raffle tickets are out in the community being sold by board members and other members as well. The draw date is August 14, 2021.

Once Covid restrictions are relaxed, we will be selling feverishly throughout the area. Ross Creek Store has some on hand, and they can be purchased online through our e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail. com . We will e-mail you a photo of your tickets. Don’t miss your chance to win an electric bike (an upgrade from last year’s raffle model), a helicopter ride compliments of Dean Schmied, or a great little portable bar-b-que.

Unfortunately our annual Canada Day celebration will be cancelled again this year. I am optimistic that the summer will bring about enough vaccinating in our community that we will be able to open by September.

We are currently looking

for volunteers to sign up for a month of lawn mowing. 2 or so times per month should do it. August and September are currently available. An orientation will be provided (location of shed key, etc) We would like to thank all who have renewed or joined for the first time. We are especially grateful to those who have made a charitable contribution. Bob Ewart, our Membership Director, reports that we have 94 members, with more coming in every day. You can find our membership form on our webpage at https://www.lakeviewcommunitycentresociety.com/.

Financial contributions can also be made and tax receipts can be issued. We prefer payments are made online via e-transfer to the Lakeview e-mail address: lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com .

Any other inquiries should be directed to Tony Hudson at 778-765-1506. If you have ideas for new activities, clubs or events, or would like us to do something that we used to do, please let us know. As soon as it’s safe, we will reopen, with a renewed focus on our members.

Thanks for keeping us afloat, and stay in touch.

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and women tend to be free to wear what they choose, be it clothing or make-up. In many instances, make-up is not just a fashion statement, but has protective measures such as sunscreen and moisturizes. Production has strict guidelines and ingredients are only used if they are proven to be safe.

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Submitted by Susan Wolff in the same room watching others perA “virtual” festival has its advan- form, you share a connection, and feel tages. Primarily, everyone, including the energy, the nerves. It’s exciting!” family from afar, can view online Although glad that a virtual Festival most of the 178 performances entered could be held this year, she missed into this year’s 20th Shuswap Music seeing all the parents and friends at Festival-- the first in a virtual forthe sessions and Gala concert. “The mat. Each performance, videoed and Shuswap Music Festival enables one to uploaded to YouTube, was forwarded be a part of something bigger, someto the adjudicators for individualized thing done in the community... and comment and critique. Performances in have the community attend and connect Strings, Piano and Vocal are now avail- with you. It’s also beneficial to my muable until June 30 for public viewing at sic career,” added Cloe, “ to compete in ShuswapFestival. different areas com. In addiand levels such tion, the full list as the provincial of awards and festival.” Ms. scholarships toPapworth, who talling $4915.00 graduated from is posted online.

High School in Missing 2020, plans to from the video study Classical lineup are the Voice at school bands.

Brigham Young Live perforUniversity in mances and Provo, Utah. adjudications Seven were allowed at students from “Cloe Afton Papworth performs before a video amongst the the schools. The camera to record her vocal entry for the First announcement of Virtual Shuswap Music Festival held in April Festival particithe SASCU Band pants were recom2021.”

Awards will occur mended to comPhoto Credit: C. Papworth in June. pete at the virtual Although BC Performing reduced in size to meet COVID Arts Festival, June 1-5. They are: restrictions, the Festival continued to Teslyn Bates (Piano-Intermediate); attract a high calibre of contestants.

Autumn Sunderland (Strings-Junior A); Adjudicators selected all Festival win- Evje Knutson (Vocal-Junior Classical); ners. Autumn Sunderland won “Best of Saige Dubyna (Vocal-Intermediate the Fest in Strings”. Teslyn Bates, who Classical); Etoile Brown (Vocal- Junior is currently working on her ARCT, won Musical Theatre); Eysten Martin “Best of the Fest in Piano” as well as (Vocal-Intermediate Musical Theatre); the Klein Family Award that supports and Cloe Afton Papworth (Vocal-Senior further music study at an advanced Musical Theatre). level. Cloe Afton Papworth won both Next year a post-Pandemic Festival the “Best of the Fest in Vocal” and The will include the return of live perforMary Fowler Memorial Scholarship mances, ensembles, choirs and a celethat recognizes excellence in vocal bratory Gala concert for friends, family performance. Hilary Vukadinovic, and the community. Volunteers make pianist, won the Blair Borden Memorial the Festival happen--join us. Sponsors Award. Blair Borden, a former teacher including the three Rotary Clubs of and founding member of the Shuswap Salmon Arm, City of Salmon Arm, District Arts Council, wished to support Salmar Theatres, Shuswap Community musicians in pursuing an education in Foundation, SASCU and private music. donors ensure that the Festival conWhat was it like to compete tinues. Thank you to all who support virtually? When asked, Cloe Afton the Shuswap Music Festival. Discover Papworth responded “I’m thankful for more at ShuswapFestival.com and technology and what we are able to do. follow us on Facebook.

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School News

By Jan Penner All classes enjoyed their session with the crew from the Wildlife Park. While not the same as being able to trek through the Park, the visits were informative and we learned a lot about some of our native wildlife, their habitats, and how we can help to take care of our mutual environment.

You will soon notice some colourful new additions to North Shuswap School.

We have been working with Laura and Tricia (and some special guests – really good to see you Soli and Maria!), who introduced us to Playbuilder. This movement-based program is a way to teach skills, while keeping in mind the connections between the body and the brain. In order to move, we have to engage the brain and for some of us, the pathways need more development in order to successfully complete the movements. Laura and her team are painting an outdoor circuit which includes targets, ladders, hopscotch, and movement stations. Each station has a variety of activities that can be used which develop agility, flexibility and strength. There will also be some stations installed inside as well, supporting these same skills. The inside stations can be implemented at “Brain Breaks”, quick, physical movement breaks to rejuvenate and refocus.

Divisions 1 and 3 recently participated in a Walk for Water. It looked different than it did in years past, as

everyone continues to be observant of social distancing and keeping cohorts separated. They walk an approximately 8 km circuit, with staggered start times.

Divisions 4 and 5 also walked, though stayed within the school grounds, walking a shorter distance. The purpose of the walks was to make students more mindful of their water usage and to realize that not everyone can turn on a tap or install a water bottle to ensure they have clean, safe water.

This last month of our school year is jam-packed!

Most obvious, is the teach and learning that takes place every day, which will soon translate into wrapping up units and doing final evaluations. Discussions are underway with regards to year-end activities. Staff hopes to be able to formulate a plan for some fun events, gathering as we can, where we can, as safely as possible.

We sincerely hope these will be the last school events that have to take COVID into consideration.

Finally for this month, a reminder that many classes are engaging in outdoor learning opportunities and are using the beach as a classroom. Thank-you to those drivers who are not only slowing down, but are stopping and encouraging others to stop as well. Who knows, in the future, maybe we’ll even get a crosswalk!

Take care everyone, be safe, and thanks for being such a supportive community!

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By Linda Rightmire So many great things have come with the Internet and our devices. Activities on screens saved the sanity of many during the lockdown.

Singleton friends out of work and stuck at home typed, swiped and Zoomed. Local efforts flourished during this time too -- Facebook groups helped us bring lost dogs home and find support for seniors and businesses.

Some things though are not so great. While itʼs fun to see your friendsʼ camping pictures or fall into the vortex of recipes, rock trivia or fishing lakes, there goes the evening. Adults have the choice to resist this seduction and manage their leisure time. Kids though find it very hard. Like candy and a sugar high, the dopamine hits to the brain are an irresistible drip, drip, drip -- and there you have it. We have the perfect distraction machine -- and your child is gaming addicted.

If you are at the stage of tantrums around gaming -- hello Fortnight -- you may want to rethink your familyʼs use of devices. Most parents of school-aged kids have themselves grown up with gaming. Doctors in the early days cautioned that a couple hours a week was probably fine -- but we are way past that. Many children are on their devices up to eight hours a day. While scientists study the exact nature of the effects on brain activity, one thing shines through -- gaming time replaces the normal activity of childhood. What we see with older children is that many have missed a lot of important development that comes with playtime.

This literally harms their brain development.

A powerful report urges a return to play: According to the doctors,

play—including recess, playful teaching and discovery, as well as periods of self-directed intellectual and physical activity by children with minimal direct interference by adults—boosts mental and physical health, develops executive function and offers “the ideal educational and developmental milieu for children.” That is particularly true for children in poverty, who can be acutely deprived of opportunities for play inside school and out.

Another article cites poor brain development in small children with screen time: A new study scanned the brains of children 3 to 5 years old and found those who used screens more than the recommended one hour a day without parental involvement had lower levels of development in the brain’s white matter -- an area key to the development of language, literacy and cognitive skills.

Here in the Shuswap we are so fortunate our kids can get a lot of outside time.

Donʼt forget the many handson activities for indoors.

These are also crucial for the skills your child needs at school: • a drawer full of crafty items -- odds and ends of ribbon, paper, magazines, scissors and glue -- and a small table that doesnʼt need to be cleaned up every day works best • a Texas study found simply buying five or six novels of your childʼs choice in June maintained or boosted the reading level by September -- you might need to get them started on one • our library system has lots to offer -- https:// orl.bc.ca/hourslocations/ north-shuswap Many children need help to understand why reduction in screen time is necessary.

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these choices as well as supporting their child more directly. “I will help you” and “Letʼs read it together.”

Thank you for giving your child the best strengths in their life moving forward. https://pasisahlberg.com/to-reallylearn-our-children-need-the-power-of-play/ http://tinyurl.com/ MRIs-and-screen-time Linda Rightmire teaches learners of all ages at her home at Lee Creek and on Zoom. She is currently not taking new students.

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North Shuswap Community Association As we await new instructions from Dr. Bonnie Henry on gatherings, we are still not holding any activities in the hall.

Meanwhile Troy Pinkus and Shaw McCardle, along with the generous donation from Scotch Creek Home Hardware, have gotten the dock at Pioneer Park ready for use. Thanks to all involved.

So until next month, stay safe, stay local and be kind.

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Thrift Store at St. David’s Opens on the highway in Celista

(pastel drawing by Joan Hein)

By Kathleen Lucas Driving through Celista on a Wednesday you will be met with a familiar open sign at the Thrift Store at St. David’s on the Lake Anglican and United Church. For more than 60 years, community members have enjoyed the laughter, kindness, and the great deals to be had at this fabulous community store.

The Covid closure hit the Thrift Store hard last year, and this year’s planned opening will give a much needed boost to the coffers. The Thrift Store supports many local organizations and those further afield. In the past, the Store has donated money to the North Shuswap Elementary School, Health Center, Lions, First Responders, SPCA, Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge, Women’ Shelters in Salmon Arm and Kamloops, local Food Banks, Vancouver’s Downtown East Side People in Need, and others.

We welcome all to our Thrift Store on June 2, 2021 at 10:00 until 2:00 each Wednesday. Covid restrictions will apply. Social distancing, hand sanitization,

and new entrance and exit procedures.

We will sadly not be able to have fitting rooms available this year.

Sadly, our volunteers are getting older and moving on to other interests or moving away. We are saying goodbye to Ron, Lynn, Marguerite, Gloria and Audrey. We thank them for their dedication to the Thrift Store. If you wish to be a volunteer, please contact Kathleen Lucas at 604 997 9633. Volunteering at the Thrift store is not a full-time commitment, it can be as little as an hour or up to four. There are a variety of jobs that need to be done. Many hands make big jobs, small and manageable.

The Thrift Store gladly accepts donations of household items. Please, no appliances, electronic or TV, or furniture can be accepted as our community store has very little space. Good, clean clothing and linens are greatly appreciated. Donations may be dropped off at the Thrift Store at any time. Please leave them in the small doorway at the bottom of the stairs.

A New Normal Renewed respect for Mother Earth; A new respect for each other; A new hope of love, equality, care, gratitude and kindness; One united prayer for a better world Let’s get to a new normal

Sadly, due to Covid, we are still unable to hold in-church services

See our website for opening dates, Zoom service links, sermons, and more www.stdavidschurch.info

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By Margaret McCormick As we welcome June to the Shuswap, we also welcome Farmer’s Markets and the beginning of summer!

June is also the month that we celebrate fathers, often the dedicated yet unsung heroes of farming.

Growing up on a farm in the Fraser Valley I understand the commitment farming takes and what my dad did to create a life for us. Farming is a 24x7 business and even on holidays, dads (and moms too of course) have chores to do so we grew up learning the meaning of long hard days. As my dad liked to remind me, chickens don’t take a day off!

My dad taught me how to make change at the farm gate, catch chickens in the dark, mix a little sand with small seeds so as not to over plant and many other lifelong skills. While we didn’t have Farmers Markets back then, I know if we had, it would have been a further opportunity for my dad to share his passion and his knowledge with us.

This spring the farmers in the Shuswap have been so busy birthing herds and preparing crops. As all the

markets for the summer open, we are so lucky to reap the benefit of their hard work! If you’ve already been to Shuswap markets this year, you’ve been enjoying fresh from the greenhouse kale, multi coloured eggs, delicious honey and jams and baking that is so good you convince yourselves there are no calories! (at least that is what we do!).

This month more Shuswap markets open including Scotch Creek on Sundays, Celista on Wednesdays, and Sicamous on Friday evenings. New this year is Market by the Bay in Blind Bay on Thursday nights. That means that throughout the summer you can find a Farmer’s Market in the Shuswap six days a week!

Nigel and I wish a Happy Father’s Day to all the Shuswap dads, especially the farming fathers who bring us so many delicious local delights and perhaps we will see you at one of our Shuswap Farmers Markets!

You can find Taste of the Shuswap on Instagram @TasteoftheShuswap and on our website www.TasteoftheShuswap. ca. Please follow along with us!

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By Rachelle Horvath Horvath’s Herb & Friendship Garden The song of the Poppa Robin can be heard sweet and wistful in the morning, announcing the arrival of the new hatchlings.

Since 1910 we have been celebrating the Fathers of our world. William Smart a widowed Civil War Veteran was left to raise his six children. His daughter Sonora Dodd created the celebrated day in his honor.

As we evolve and grow in our world and psyche, the roles we play change as well. The animal kingdom fathers take as many interchangeable roles as humans do. The Seahorse dad, well he has the female deposit her eggs into his pouch and he then fertilizes and carries them until the birth.

Family models have changed so much over the past 50 years. Writing this column pulled at my heart strings as this day I feel strongly in my heart. Often when there are difficult times we overlook the blessings. Fatherhood changed the life of my son and brought him from addictions. I have the privilege to witness something so truly powerful and magical.

Seven years of watching a young man heal, grow and becoming a powerful role model. Over the last month I have been blessed with caring for grandchildren while my son clears the way for new beginnings. My son is a single father of a two amazing human beings, his youngest child being special needs.

Like a single mom he covers all the responsibilities day in and day out. No awards, no medals. Love in abundance flows I can tell you that. Hugs and kisses are your payment at the end of the day.

Like the other species of this Earth we can pretty well match up an animal that coincides with the fathers in our lives.

(As we can with our mothers) Who do you see in that animal being?

• African Bullfrog, who, after spawning the pools, one will stay back to protect the newly hatched tad poles. They will do whatever it takes to ensure survival of all the tadpoles.

• Red fox, they enjoy playing and roughhousing. As you age you are shown quickly that you are responsible for your own. Food no longer is delivered, instead the father hides it so the kits learn to fend for themselves.

• Lion holds a pride of 30 or more. He is the protector.

• South American flightless bird females leave the nest to dad. Dad looks after the incubating of up to 60 eggs and spends 2 plus years as a single parent, to do it all over again.

Knowing the changes I have seen in my life time during these hallmark celebrations, I know the direction is forward and the results are blessings I get to witness as this family grows. Thank you to all you Dads out there who are changing the patterns and growing. You shine the light for the others to follow.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS NORTH SHUSWAP Carson is hosting a fishing derby – June 5 all day. 100% entry fee going back as winnings!

Weigh in at 6-7pm at The Scotch Creek Hub. Separate, free sponsored derby for under 15 year olds. FMI and enter at the Hub. If you would like to sponsor, contact Carson 250319-0254 Gateway Public Information Meeting - June 16 and June 23, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Open house available for a limited number of attendees. A supplemental zoom meeting will be conducted on June 17,2021, at 7:00pm for those unable to attend in person. Preregister for open house and Zoom meeting: projects@darrochinvestments.com. Find more details in ad on pg. 29 Lakeview Community Centre Society Raffle - Electric bike, portable BBQ and a helicopter ride. Buy tickets now. 1000 tickets. Tony 778765-1506 or Darla 250-299-2158 or lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com Draw Aug. 14 at 2pm. See ad on page 14 Live Music at the Hub - Fridays & Saturdays.

Covid Safety protocols in effect. For more info follow @thescotchcreekhub or call 250-9552002 Interpretive Walk-About tours - Tsútswecw Provincial Park, Each Weds. June 2 to Aug. 25. Tours are free, donations are welcome.

Interpretive cabin opens June 26, Sat. Sun & holidays. See ad on page 22 Pickleball - Rose Clifford Park, Scotch Creek.

Mon, Wed and Fri mornings. Everyone invited to pop down to play a game. FMI contact Traci at 250-572-0501. Beginner lessons available also, contact Dave @ 250-463-9877.

Adventure Passport- A guide to the west end of Shuswap Lake. Offers a variety of activities and experiences. Look for this near the end of June at the Chase Visitor Centre and the Visitor Kiosks throughout the North and South Shuswap.

Anglemont Estates Golf - Anglemont Men’s Golf night at 5:00 pm every Thursday. Senior men’s on Tues and Weds 8:30 am. Ladies’ golf at 9am Tues and Thurs. FMI 250-955-2323 NS Chamber Meeting - June 28, 6:30pm.

Location TBA. FMI executivedirector@ northshuswapbc.com CSRD Grants for Non-Profits - Up to $5,000 available to help offset the financial impacts of the pandemic. Deadline June 30, 2021.

More information at www.csrd.bc.ca/giaapplication.

Electronic 50/50 Draw NS Health Centre 10,000 tickets. Deadline midnight June 30.

Draw July 1, 12:30 pm. Tickets at: www.

NSHealthCentre@rafflenexus.com See ad on page 21 COVID Community Specific Clinic - North Shuswap residents can register for their second shot on-line at www.getvaccinated. gov.bc.ca/s/ or call 1-833-838-2323 between 7:00 am – 7:00 pm, PST, seven days a week. IH booking second shots but must register first.

Not available in Celista yet. Booking for Chase.

Become a Lion - Please consider joining this

vibrant NS Lions Club; couples and individuals are invited. Meat draws will start up when public health orders lift. FMI please contact Tom Price at 250-574-6104 or talk to any Lion member.

Doctors/ Labs in the Clinic - To book for lab work and for doctor appointments, call NS Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or check nshealthcentre.ca for doctor dates, clinic services and availability of doctors to accept phone visits. See ad on page 39.

Country Kids Playschool Celista - Taking registrations for September 2021. 2 mornings per week - Mon. & Wed. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. To register, go to www.nsscr.ca Volunteers Wanted - Are you 19 years of age or older? Are you looking for a community cause to support in the North Shuswap? Can you commit to a few hours a month? NS Health Society is looking for you! Apply at northshuswaphealthsociety@gmail.com CHASE Nature Nurture and Nine - Join us for a full day retreat and enjoy a mix of yoga, golf, culture, relaxation, and Shuswap inspired cuisine at Quaaout Lodge and Spa. For booking inquiries contact mmutch@quaaoutlodge.com Chase Library - has a new scavenger hunt to try. Come in to find all the items needed for a Pirate Adventure. Great activity on a rainy day and you can grab some books to read at home, too! Available now. 614 Shuswap Avenue, Chase. Summer Reading Club 2021: Crack the Case! registration begins on Tuesday, June 8. The theme is super cute, with lots of fun codes, STEM activities and great reading to be done. FMI - 250.679.3331 or chalib@tnrd.ca SOUTH SHUSWAP South Shuswap Library - Open for “Browse and Borrow” service. Computers are available.

Curbside Pick-up for those who need it! Order online https://www.orl.bc.ca and pick-up in the branch. New 2021 Spring Online Events Brochure! Summer Reading Club 2021: Crack the Case this summer. Read whatever you want and earn a medal! FREE and registration begins June 14. Register online at https:// bcsrc.ca or pick up your package in branch.

Complete all challenges and enter to win a grand prize. Take Stella the dog on an adventure. Show us with a poster, video or picture collage on what you and Stella encountered this summer. Please have submissions in by August 20. Take and make bags will be available for six weeks July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and Aug. 10. Supplies limited to 25 bags per week.

First come first serve. Weekly contests and prizes to be won.

The Smile Mission Dental Clinic - Dental hygiene days offered at Copper Island Health Centre in Blind Bay. Call for an appointment 250-833-9923.

AA Meetings - Blind Bay: Sat 10am at Our Lady of the Lake Church. Sorrento-Online Zoom Meeting, Mon 8pm FMI 1-855-3399631 Art on the Green - August 28, outside at Cedar Heights golf course. Juried art event.

Looking for volunteers. FMI artongreendon@

outlook.com SALMON ARM & AREA Al-Anon - Wed 8pm at Senior Resource Centre and Thu 12noon at First United Church. 1-855339-9631 Narcotics Anonymous - Mon 7pm at Crossroads Church. 1-866-778-4772 CoDa - Sun 7:30pm United Church Cedar Room. 1-855-339-9631 ONLINE / WEBINARS etc.

Kamloops Symphony Orchestra - final concert experience of the season will be available to view on-demand online starting at 7:30 pm on Friday, May 21, and will continue to be accessible until Saturday, June 19. Tickets at Kamloops Live Box Office at 250-374-5483 or www.kamloopslive.ca CRA GST Workshop - Free tax help for small business. June 17, 2 – 4 pm. Deals specifically with GST and ITCs (Input Tax Credits). Delivered via WebEx Virtual Platform. To register, email Tanja at tcarlson@futureshuswap.com Shuswap Virtual Music Festival - View performances until June 30th. www.shuswapfestival. com Essie’s Place survey - Collects no identifying information but to find out what the quality of life is for the LGBTIQ2SA+ living in the Shuswap area. We also have some events, information and education sessions coming up next month as well as resources and other services available for the LGBTIQ2SA+ and their families. www.essiesplace.ca Tsuts’weye Lunchtime Connections is an opportunity to meet with other Tsuts’weye Network members to learn and share in an informal online environment on the second and fourth Tuesday every month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Register: info@tsustweye.ca. FMI and more workshops, go to https://tsutsweye.ca/ CSRD Board Meeting - Thursday, June 17, 9:30 am. Pre-register at www.csrd.bc.ca.

Agenda available approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

ONLINE Guided MEDITATION Classes - Every Tuesday & Wednesday, 7 - 8:15 pm / Topics vary. Register at: www.kmcfv.ca CSRD Learn how you FireSmart - watch 30 minute online webinar. Pre-register at www. csrd.bc.ca/firesmart 1-888-248-2773 See ad on page 55.

FARMERS MARKETS Sunday - Scotch Creek - 4113 Squilax Anglemont beside the Hub, 9:30 to 1:30, starts June 20 Wednesday - Celista Farmers Market at North Shuswap Community Hall, 9am to 1pm. Starts June 30 Thursday - Market by the Bay at Centennial Field in Blind Bay, 6 to 8pm. Starts June 24 Friday - Chase Home Hardware Field, 10 am to 2 pm.

Saturday - Sorrento Shoppers Plaza 1240 TCH, 8am - noon.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Adams River Salmon Society.. info@salmonsociety.com Anglemont Estates Waterworks After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344 Regular hours 250-832-8194 Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Gerry Shea 250 955-0365 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250-515-3276 AWE Society.. awesociety7@gmail.com Baseball Club.. Melissa Bischoff, mellybischoff@yahoo.ca Blind Bay Garden Club.. Susan 250-835-2351 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE North Shuswap.. Angela Lagore 250-320-2012 South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250-515-0002 Chase.. 250-679-8432 Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019 COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS Lakeview Community Centre Hall Bookings.. Tony Hudson 778-765-1506 NS Community Association.. 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 Emergency Support Services..Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca FIRE DEPARTMENTS A nglemont.. Graham Lucas 250-318-7157 Celista.. Roy Philips 250-804-3349 Scotch Creek/Lee Creek.. Ben Pellet ScotchCreekVFD@csrd.bc.ca Skwlax.. Paul Gamble 250-679-4472 Fire Services Coordinator.. Sean Coubrough 250-833-5955 FIRST RESPONDERS North Shuswap.. Phyllis Shrum 250-955-2949 South Shuswap.. Debbie Edwards, backacher@telus.net NS First Responder Society.. Catherine McCrea, cm.nsbc@gmail.com Girl Guides.. 1-800-565-8111 Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon..

Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 HEALTH SERVICES NS Health Centre Society.. Lorna Joy Pawluk 780-721-2293 North Shuswap Health Clinic.. 250-955-0660 Chase Medical Clinic.. 250-679-1420 Chase Health Centre.. 250-679-1400

SS Health Services Society.. Sue McCrae 250-675-3562 Sorrento Health Centre.. 250 803-5251 Sorrento Health Centre Society.. Marilyn Clark 250-675-2449 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-0981 Lions Club.. Tom Price 250-574-6104 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Notch Hill Cemetery Society.. Louise 250-253-5776 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-517-7111 NS Elementary School.. Paul Rosman 250-955-2214 Okanagan Regional Library North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-9555-8198 South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955-2214 Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION Magna Bay.. Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Scotch Creek.. Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 St. Ives.. Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 School District # 83 Trustee.. Marty Gibbons, mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott 250-307-4360, seymoursledding@gmail.com Shuswap Community Foundation.. 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca Shuswap Emergency Program.. Cathy Semchuk and Tom Hansen 250-833-5927 sep@csrd.bc.ca Shuswap Environmental Action Society..

Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 250-515-2731, www.slams.ca Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon 250-832-4588 Shuswap 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, www.shuswapvsar.org Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA).. info@SWOA.ca, www.SWOA.ca Skmana Ski club.. skiskmana@gmail.com, www.ski-skmana.com South Shuswap Canada Day Committee..

Tammy Packer 250-463-2495, www.shuswapcanadaday.ca Taoist Tai Chi.. Judy 250-679-5425 Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences are with the families of the 215 children who lost their lives at the former residential school in Kamloops, BC. We honour the lives lost and will remember the thousands of children who were sent to residential schools and for those who never returned home. Our hearts go out to the families whose lives were forever changed. #EveryChildMatters

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SERVICES Making Waves Marine Service, Service, parts, and marine accessories to your location. Full mechanical marine repair and service available to all makes and models of pleasure craft. Certified marine technician with over 20 years experience. Call Alan today at 955-0884. www.makingwaves marine.ca

bob.thedockdoctor@gmail.com WE WILL HELP KEEP YOU A-FLOAT

Repairs & Maintenance of Docks NEW WOOD DOCKS OR USED DOCKS

SERVICES

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

At the Centre in Scotch Creek

By Appointment Only

250-320-4050

Satellite Installations Sales service • • • •

♦ Interior & Exterior Painting Helga Terwoort For all your hair-care needs call 250-955-6195

RON STUBLING

5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

250-571-4466

ronner70@hotmail.com

REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Magna Bay www.trappraisals.ca

All Job Joe - Roofing, new and repairs, small plumbing jobs, small construction jobs, handyman jobs and more. North Shuswap. Please text first 403-909-6534

♦ Cedar Hedge Maintenance & Pruning QUALITY WORK & RELIABLE

Fully Accredited Appraisers and Depreciation Report Planners ACI, CRP)

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Foundations Framing Finishing Renovations

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Siding Flooring Decks Additions

Dave Jones Painting Service

Workmanship 604-842-4375 Scotch Creek

20 years experience

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

IN

LEE CREEK

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

Free Professional Quotes

• Daily and weekly spots • Prefer smaller breeds

250-852-2298

Limited spaces available

Call or Text Debbie

587-783-4325 tlunden51@gmail.com

Brush with Greatness Kyle Lessey

Painting

ĎēęĊėĎĔė/ĊĝęĊėĎĔė 250-679-2164

(Cell) 250-320-6820

Intuitive (Quantum) Healing

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

Call Vanna 250.574.9969

Rachelle 250-679-2145

S o l e s Fo o t c a r e

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

Anglemont Carpet Cleaning / Assured Quality General Contracting / North Shuswap Junk Removal. Bryan Wagar 250-517-8172

Serving the Shuswap & Area

250-682-5995 250-372-2599 • Pre-purchase and Pre-sale appraisal reports • Mortgage Refinancing?

• Estate or Division of Family Assets?

• Depreciation Reports for Strata Properties

Mobile Mechanic with tooled truck looking for small to medium Jobs. Local to North Shuswap. Call Jonny at 250-550-8408 —————————————

REASONABLY PRICED

250-955-2500 250-318-2890

Hook Up and Install Theatre Surround Sound Systems Computer Repair & Other Electronics

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hhafg2010@gmail.com Anglemont

Serving the area since 1981 References available

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

Serving the Shuswap & Surrounding Area

24 HOUR SERVICE

250-679-0001 sorrentoplumbing@outlook.com

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

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SERVICES NEED A TRIM?

By Sam’s Mulchers

John Deer Tractor with mulch kit & push mower at your service!

CALL BRIAN 250-299-3057 White Swan Tarot - Readings with Jan 416-902-9931

TUTORING Boost your child’s confidence with fun & interactive sessions

Linda Rightmire

Zoom Lessons Now Available

Dry cedar firewood bags Small $15.00 - Large $25.00 Anglemont (778) 866-8687

• 198 1 A QU A STA R 175 hp

Let us help you with your next project!

250-463-9987

Scotch Creek

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North Shuswap 250-955-0111 867-444-9429

VACATION RENTALS

Literacy Specialist K-12 Teacher, LART & University instructor

FOR SALE

Skidsteer Work Landscaping  Decks & Fences Sheds & Garages  Siding Finish Carpentry

LOST & FOUND FOUND - Have you lost a 14 foot Seafly Sailboat?? We have found one on Shuswap Lake.

Please call Jerry at 250-675-4613

Reading Tutoring

250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca

WE DO IT ALL …!

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outboard motor. Includes Fishfinder & EZ Loader Trailer - only $30 0 0 • B r and new 8’ canoe still in wrapping paper $900 • R o w b o a t $100 • Craftsman 27” 2 stage power propelled snow blower $600 Lee Creek 250-679-8763 250-253-5245 Shuswap Raised P.O.L. Hens Ready for pick-up Sept. 15 – Sept. 30, 2021 ”Rockettes” – Barred Rock Layers E-Mail or call for Complete Information & Photo (250) 955-6145 ShuswapChickens@gmail.com Four Winns – 180 Horizon Boat Very Low Hrs. c/w 220 hp Inboard (SS prop), 8 hp Honda Kicker, Galvanized trailer, Bimini Top & Mooring Cover, Fish Finder, Compass, Sony Stereo AMFM Cassette, Professionally Serviced, Stored Inside in Winter 250 955 0083

Wanted: used older boat trailer for 16’ row boat. Must be in working order and should have papers. Contact Uwe phone 250-253-1076

OPEN

Christian Family looking to buy Acreage in Celista for homesteading Please call 604-999-1275 Clean Fill Wanted in Celista.

250-299-2412

CREW RATES AVAILABLE check us out at www.anglemontinn.com (250 ) 955-0701

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

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KMS CONTRACTING Position: Construction Labourer Duties: Operating power and air tools, working on ladders and roof, lifting up to 50lbs, working outdoors year round.

Please have valid class 5 driver's license Starting Wage: $20/hr Willing to train enthusiastic applicant Send application/resume to: crgiesbrecht@gma il.com

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HELP WANTED Karen Mack - The Cleaner 250-463-3400 Hiring Local Cleaner North Shuswap will train, Permanent Part Time $35/HR

$25 per

HOUR + T I P S + BONUS

Part time CLEANERS NEEDED

Come and Join our Clean Team

Saturdays

We appreciate reliability & quality results.

Energetic retired adults welcome!

Greg/Cheryl 250-955-0080

Scotch Creek Cottages

Scotch Creek greg@shuswap.ca cheryl@shuswap.ca www.shuswap.ca

Lakefront resort in N. Shuswap Saturdays only • Training provided • •

All Covid safety protocols in place

We Make Cleaning FUN!

Call Patti 250-955-2525

stivesresortonshuswap@gmail.com

We are offering a

CABINETMAKING APPRENTICESHIP

to the right person wanting

A CAREER

in the woodworking world Also looking for

Seasoned Cabinet Makers Please apply in person at 3818 Kenwood Gate, Scotch Creek.

www.celistacabinetry.ca

HELP WANTED

KITCHEN HELP & JANITORIAL 4-5 DAYS A WEEK Please submit resume at Ross Cr. Country Store, 6929 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Magna Bay, fax 1-250-679-4081 or

SCOTCH CREEK:

3508 Squilax-Anglemont Rd. June 15th - Sept 15th: DAILY 8am - 2pm Sept 16th - June 14th: Fri - Tues 8am - 2pm Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day - Closed

SEYMOUR ARM:

OBITUARY BRENT DALE MEAYS May 23, 1960 - May 2, 2021

RESORT HELP WANTED

$23/hr Equipment & supplies provided

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It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Brent Dale Meays on May 2, 2021 at the age of 60 at home in Scotch Creek, BC. Brent was born on May 23rd, 1960 to Ralph and Rose Meays in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. He grew up on “the farm" outside of Yorkton. As a young fella Brent could be found following his grandpa Clifford Meays around the farm from dawn to dusk. Brent loved the time with his grandpa. He also liked to keep company with his dad, riding with him on the tractor or going to town with him. Brent was eager to help his mom out so she could attend the baseball games that Ralph coached.

Brent enjoyed the freedom of farm life and the adventures it provided a young boy with a pellet gun. Brent would learn trapping from his dad and traded with the Hudson Bay company. As he got older, he enjoyed snowmobiling and dirt biking. When it was time for school Brent began grade one at Silverwillow in a one room schoolhouse. Brent went to Willowbrook school from grades 2-6 when his Dad started to drive the school bus there.

Brent completed his schooling at Yorkton Regional High in 1978.

The Meays family moved from the farm in 1977 into Yorkton.

After school Brent went to work on the railroad and worked there till tragedy struck the Meays family when Brent’s youngest sibling Sheldon passed away at the young age of 12 in 1980. Brent would carry the pain from this for the rest of his life. In 1989 Brent started working as a commercial and residential painter in Calgary AB. This is where he met his lifelong partner and best friend Heather and her infant son Kyle. Brent was a great stepdad and godfather for Kyle and the two were buddies. Brent considered parenting Kyle his greatest accomplishment. Brent was proud to say he helped raise such a good man.

Brent and Heather loved each other at first sight. Seldom you would see them apart. “He was her love and she was his queen."

Brent, Heather and Kyle moved to the shores of the Shuswap Lake, BC in 1994. Brent loved the lake and all the beauty it offered.

Brent continued to work as a painter to become the best painter on the lake.

In 2014 Brent and Heather started up in The Mighty Buck Dollar Store in Scotch Creek. They both worked hard and enjoyed it. 2014 was the same year his granddaughter Sophie Elizabeth Patterson was born. This little bundle of joy would change Brent’s life forever. He loved Sophie and was totally enamored by everything she'd say and do. Sophie and Brent grew close by playing, walking the dogs and drawing together. Brent was excited to show Sophie everything he could and teach her all the cool stuff he knew.

Brent taught Sophie how to ride on two wheels. Seeing Sophie ride her bicycle with a big smile made Brent proud. He told her “Now you can ride with the big boys.” Meaning himself and Heather. Brent is survived by his love Heather, his son Kyle (Jane), his granddaughter Sophie and his shih tzu daughter Cola. He is also survived by his brother Barry of Edmonton, his sister Shelley of Saskatoon, 11 nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Brent is predeceased by his mom and dad, Ralph and Rose Meays; his younger brother Sheldon and Pepsi.

Brent loved the sun in his face, a beer in his hand and Heather by his side.

He loved his time spent with Kyle, Jane and Sophie. Brent loved to have a good time. He was a happy gentle man that would help out whoever whenever he was asked. He loved Rocking to Led Zeppelin. He was Amazing Meays.

A small gathering is planned for his send off.

A celebration of life to be held at a later date after Covid.

Dance in the dark of night ~~~ Sing to the morning light

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250-679-3221

AIM Roads at the Centre in Scotch Creek

1-866-222-4204

Tues: Noon - 5 pm Wed & Fri: 11 am - 4 pm Sat: 11 am - 4 pm

Email: aimroads@acciona.ca Ministry Contact

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

1-250-503-3664

If you have any tips on local crime call CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 DIAL 9–1–1 FOR EMERGENCIES

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

Engineered Aluminum Patio Covers Aluminum & Glass Railings

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