North Shuswap Kicker May 2020

MAY 2020

268TH EDITION

Serving the North Shuswap, Sorrento, Blind Bay, Chase, Adams Lake & Seymour Arm. Between 3300 - 7500 distributed (depending on time of year).

Please help us expand our readership & recycle our newsletter - pass it on when you’re done enjoying it.

250-318-1704

dave44@cablelan.net

Working on Pathways to Connect our Communities

By Jo Anne Malpass 1) doubling the percentage of trips takThe North Shuswap Chamber has gath- en with active transportation by 2030 ered a group of community members to2) providing incentives that encourage gether to form a Multi-Use Pathway Team. safe active transportation for all ages and The goal of the team will be to work with abilities, all necessary partners to develop a Multi3) helping communities to build inteUse Pathway to connect North Shuswap grated and accessible active transportation Communities, providing a safe alternative systems for pedestrians and cyclists.

4) working with communities to create Organizer Debbie Seymour has reached policies and plans that enable and support out to the Shuswap Trail Allicomplete active transportaance, Columbia Shuswap Retion networks. gional District Area F DirecDebbie believes the Active tor Jay Simpson, Ryan Nitchie Transportation Infrastrucwith CSRD Parks, Interior ture Grant is the BC GovHealth, BC Ministry of Transernment program that will portation, Little Shuswap make the North Shuswap Lake Band, BC Parks and the Multi-Use Pathway a real Department of Fisheries to possibility for us. “It is gain information on the necesimperative the Active sary steps. They would be Transportation Plan is inpartners in moving the pathcluded in CSRD’s Area F way forward.

Master Parks Plan. The In planning a pathway, the pathway team will be preteam must be mindful of MOparing a good solid plan, Ti guidelines and the Active documenting our desires Transportation Infrastructure and the benefits of a Multi Program. The Active Trans-Use Pathway. Ryan portation Infrastructure Grant Nitchie-CSRD Team Program was released in June Leader Community Ser2019 to support the Provvices has mentioned the ince’s Clean BC Strategy pathway team will have an Move, Commute, Connect, exclusive opportunity to aiming to build a cleaner, present our plans at the Current CSRD pathway along greener future for all British Wharf Road in Scotch Creek (Continued on page 3) Columbians by: Kicker staff photo SCOTCH CREEK

BOTTLE DEPOT

“The Friendly Store” 250-955-0646

•

Drain Rock • Road Materials Crush Products • Top Soil • Blasted Landscape Rock

•

we build rock walls

Our Customers Safety Comes First Dear Customers Due to the COVID-19 crisis, we have assured safe sanitation procedures are in place

We Care About You!

CURRENT HOURS Mon •Tues • Fri • Sat 9am - 2:30pm

CLOSED

Sun • Wed • Thurs -HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGEWith Possible Closures, Phone to Confirm Hours

• •

•

Yard Care Irrigation Blow-outs House Checks

Serving the North Shuswap since 1996

Leslie or Dale Jones

250-679-7652

2

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Working on Pathways to Connect our Communities continued (Continued from page 1)

next Area F Master Park Plan Meeting.

A date has not been set for this but the pathway team will be prepared with a solid presentation, including the pathway plan, our suggestions on points to connect communities, the importance of the pathway for the community and how to engage the community in the project and fundraising.”

The directive arriving from the pathway team’s first virtual meeting is for each member to walk/drive a section of the Squilax Anglemont Road from Squilax Bridge to St. Ives and identify which parts of the terrain will present the most challenges or be the easiest to build a pathway. In 2009 there was a Greenway Master Plan completed for a pathway

from Squilax Bridge to Scotch Creek.

This document does need to be updated but it holds important information for the team to use during this process as well. These will be presented at the next pathway team meeting on April 30, along with further discussion on how to engage our community and fundraising.

Debbie Seymour says “It is essential that our local government supports the pathways and includes the Active Transportation Plan in the Area F Master Parks Plan....I continue to hear that the process will be long and slow, but not to give up. So, let's begin” For more information, please contact Debbie Seymour.

Northshuswapbc@gmail.com or by phone at 250-804-8097

Planning for Possible Flooding

By Jo Anne Malpass With snowpack at 123% of normal in the South Thompson region, the BC River Forecast Centre reports increased seasonal flood risk based on snowpack in the Upper Fraser, Cariboo Mountains (Quesnel River), North Thompson, South Thompson, West Kootenay, Boundary, Peace, Central Coast (Bella Coola) and Skagit basins.

Its update on April 15, says “At this stage few automated snow weather stations are showing signs of transitioning to melting, and it is likely that cooler weather over the past few weeks has contributed to a slight delay in the onset of the snow melt season.

The April 15 average of all automated snow weather stations (ASWS) across the province is 110% of average, showing a slight decline from 111% the week before.

“While snowpack is one risk factor for freshet flooding, snowpack alone cannot predict whether flooding will occur or not. Spring weather is also a critical flood risk factor, where the timing and severity of temperature and rainfall patterns are important drivers of flooding irrespective of snowpack levels. Spring freshet poses a seasonal risk across the BC Interior. Scenarios that could exacerbate flood risk this year include prolonged cool weather followed by a rapid shift to persistent hot weather (particularly in May), or persistent wet weather or extreme short-term rainfall.

Favourable scenarios would include con-

tinued dry weather and seasonal temperatures.”

Derek Sutherland, Team Leader of Protective Services for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District said the CSRD is planning for the possibility of spring flooding.

To sum it up locally for the Shuswap, he wrote: • Residents should prepare for potential flooding especially if their property has experienced flooding in the past.

• The snowpack is still above average and listed as high (123% of normal for South Thompson) • Ground water level is reported to be higher than normal • There is an increased seasonal flood risk He reminds the public that “snowpack is only one element of seasonal flood risk in BC and alone does not predict whether flooding will occur.

Spring weather is a critical factor determining the rate that snow melts, and extreme rainfall can also cause spring flooding. The Spring Freshet poses a seasonal risk across the BC Interior, irrespective of snowpack levels.”

Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Department has posted there are sandbags and sand at the back of their department beside the sea can. Please be respectful and only take what you need. The Shuswap Emergency Program will post information on sand and sandbag locations throughout the area on the CSRD website, as it becomes available.

3

Lot Clearing and Tree Removal

Contractors Ltd. Frank 250-955-2924

Mini Excavator for Hire

RENO TIME Home Repairs and Renovations

KEN EGAN

403-852-6956 renotime@shaw.ca

Kicker Office: 250-955-0534 www.facebook.com/shuswapkicker www. kicker.ca Deadlines & Contact info Pg 48 Bulletin (NSCA) … ... .. Pg Calendar of Events .. ... Pg Church Listings…….. Pg Classifieds ......... .. .... Pg Clubs & Organizations Pg Chamber News . . ….. Pg Fire News .......... .. .... Pg First Responders .. .... Pg Health Centre Society. Pg Historical ……. . .. .... Pg Lakeview Centre .. .... Pg Letters to the Editor ... Pg Lions Club News .. .... Pg RCMP News ..... .. .... Pg Sidekick.............. .. .... Pg

38 46 44 52 51 18 13 17 22 32 40 36 38 7 10

4

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

DON’S

PAINTING SERVICE Interior Reasonable Rates References Available

Tel: 250-955-5335 Cell: 250-517-8630

250-955-0009 John Hoyrup

TOOLS & OTHER STUFF 1342 Cardy Drive, Scotch Creek

www.imaginationrentals.com

Manure/Peat - Sand - Gravel Lot Clearing

MAY 2020

...Kick-Back!!

By Editor Jo Anne Malpass

Though our community is under strain, economically and mentally, most people are doing the best they can to support others and protect themselves.

Local service organizations are coming up with ways to help the community deal with this crisis. One example is the Lions Club organizing people to sew non-medical masks and then offering them for sale with the funds going to the North Shuswap Health Centre. In a time when they are also dealing with the inability to hold fundraisers to operate their own halls and charities, local groups are coming up with ways to help and encourage others.

Again, I would like to express the community's gratitude to each and everyone operating and working in local businesses to ensure the community has what it needs. Talking to storekeepers and staff, they report that, with a few exceptions, most people are following the distancing rules and respecting others, but there is added stress and cleaning rituals in the daily routine of our essential workers.

While businesses should be preparing for the peak summer season, some are dealing with keeping up with present demand and others are working on innovative ways to maintain their current business and provide their services and products to us, while keeping their staff and customers safe. Other businesses, that by their nature don't allow for physical distancing, have been ordered to keep their doors closed and will be hit hard, economically.

Businesses are open, some with increased safety measures and some with reduced hours, to provide food from farm to table. Others are making sure

we stay safe and healthy. And others are offering us products and services to help us move forward with projects, maintain our homes, provide necessities and much needed recreational activities during this time of uncertainty.

There isn’t a complete list of what is happening with local businesses but the North Shuswap Chamber is posting updates on their Facebook page when business owners give them their status.

Www.shopshuswap.ca also posts updates, click on North Shuswap at the bottom of the list.

If you are looking to do a home improvement project indoors or out, need repairs/a service or want to purchase something for your home, please call a local tradesperson and consider shopping local. You can find contact information for many of these businesses in their advertisements in the Kicker or look for their websites or Facebook pages. Our local businesses operated by local people appreciate the continued support they are receiving from residents of the North Shuswap.

The North Shuswap Health Clinic has limited and alternating services.

Now is not the time to ignore medical conditions or problems. Please call the clinic to book a phone visit. Check their website or Facebook page for updates. (See ad on page 22 ) Sometimes this social distancing makes us forget we are all in this together and that others may be feeling overwhelmed. Governments are offering financial assistance but the way our community is pulling together, neighbours helping neighbours, will be what helps us through this time and recover faster when it is all over.

Sharon & Two-Cat Pat

250-955-6435

For a good electrical time‌.

Phone Mike.E

250-955-0965 Renovations / Repair New Work Contractor # LEL0023221

To our front line and essential service workers as well as to our local supporting businesses and volunteers

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

For Rent!

Kickin’ it up with Jay at NorthShuswap.Info

RENTALS AVAILABLE! RENTALS WANTED!

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

250-517-9578

Summer in the North Shuswap?

Well, we can hope. As I write this today the news is that there will be no major social events in BC over the summer and that, in the best case for the summer, businesses will have to find a way to reopen while still providing/enforcing physical distancing. How does this relate to the North Shuswap?

Not well I'm afraid.

Summer sees our deluge of friends and relatives, absentee property owners and tourists. Much of our economy is unfortunately geared towards 10 weeks of bedlam, and then back to our sleepy ways. The mantra to all these people, that are critical to many of us, is 'Stay at home'.

And that's how it must be.

This could be one tough summer.

That’s one reason that the North Shuswap Food Bank needs our help. Some of our people are heading to the Chase Food Bank (ours does not run year-round), and the NS Food Bank has provided Chase with funds to help out.

It does leave ours short for Christmas hampers, and also for those who still need help now. Drop off a cheque at the Scotch Creek Market or Ross Creek Store or search for North Shuswap Food Bank at Gofundme.com.

One thing I know is that without a direct order from senior levels of government, we will have a variety of non -residents join us, soon. As much as the message is to 'Stay at Home', some people will visit. Some will be foolish, uncaring and irresponsible. Most will be responsible property owners who have been here for a number of years and love the North

5

Shuswap. They aren't all Albertan, many who join us will be from the coast or northern BC. The word today is that the majority of Covid transmission is not from the fleeting contact in a grocery store or outside. It's people who have spent time together, inside a space together, in close contact. So, really, if we all follow the guidelines of Stay at Home, wash your hands, practice physical distancing, we will be fine. I know I will get calls to vent, and that's ok, but I have no control. Under the current provincial directions there is no remedy, and even if they close things down tighter, it will be an RCMP matter.

So, enough of the negativity! What kind of positive things can we do to make this better? Well, my yard looks better this year than usual, that's a bonus. There are stores and restaurants that are open! They are doing their best to keep you, and their staff safe. Take advantage of pickup or delivery options. Please support local when you can.

As for starting up business when things open up some, the CSRD and their Economic Development dept. along with Salmon Arm EcDev are working on resiliency and start-up plans for business. If you have thoughts about how start-up might work for you, or concerns about getting started up again, let me know. I can put you in touch with those who can help.

Speaking of Economic Development, the North Shuswap is getting together (Continued on page 6)

Charlotte Hall Cell 250-517-8329

charlotte@century21lakeside.com Each office is independently owned and operated

Gunnar Keuris

Serving the Shuswap for 19 Years

Journeyman Residential - Commercial

For All Your Masonry Needs Tel: 250-955-0944

Cell: 250-833-6107

Visit us on the web at www.nsmasonry.com

6

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

The FRIENDLY little store on the North Shore

250-955–2313

5328 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy, Celista

Mon- Sat 8:00am - 6:30pm Closed on Sundays during the Pandemic Groceries - Bakery/Deli - Liquor - Lottery Tickets - Hardware - Gas - Videos

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

with the South Shuswap and Area D (Falkland, Silver Creek, Ranchero etc), and setting up our own Economic Development program. Over the years the CSRD has handled EcDev for many areas, but all the municipalities (Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Revelstoke, Golden) have set up their own models and exited from the CSRD. The west Shuswap is now doing that and hopes are that a society that focuses specifically on our areas will provide more local programs and benefits. This will be a community driven group, funded by the CSRD, but without CSRD involvement.

There will be a local board (North Shuswap) that will advise a regional board (made up from people in each of the 3 regions). The CSRD Directors will not be voting members on any of these boards and so they are completely autonomous. We are looking for people to get involved in this new project. People with business background and a community focus would be awesome. Let me know if you are interested and I can get you more information. We hope to have this set up by this fall and everything running smoothly by January 1, 2021.

As always, you can contact me at JSimpson@csrd.bc.ca, 250-517-9578 Keep an eye on my website www.NorthShuswap.info and FB NorthShuswap.info Be Safe!

MAY 2020

RCMP News SVC and Warrant Arrest On April 1, 2020 at 11:22 hours, Chase RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision where the vehicle had rolled into the ditch in the 5200 block of Chase Bridge Rd. The driver stated that a vehicle had swerved into his lane. He then swerved out of the way, and lost control, going off road and then continued through a fence on the adjacent property.

The 27-year-old male driver from Chase, was transported to Royal Inland Hospital with back pain and was subsequently charged with not wearing a seatbelt and having no insurance.

A short time later, police spotted several people milling around the vehicle and then scatter as police approached.

A vehicle was subsequently stopped leaving the area. The

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477

vehicle was displaying stolen licence plates and the passenger in the vehicle, Colton MARKWART-LEDUC, was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Theft of Kayaks On April 1, Chase RCMP received a report of a theft of 4 kayaks from a property in Sorrento. These kayaks are nondescript and valued at approximately $1000.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered On April 3 at 10:53 am, Chase RCMP were called to a report of a suspicious vehicle that was parked on the side of the road on Garroway Rd in Sorrento. Police attended and found that the vehicle was indeed stolen from Langley.

No Suspects were identified as having been related to the vehicle.

Stolen Car Hauler Trailer (Continued on page 8)

Mini Excavator & Dump Truck Services Serving the Shuswap

JEFF LEWIS 250.463.9720 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Michelle Cyr Certified Horticulturist & Designer “15 Years Serving the North Shuswap”

778-257-0102 mightymouselandscaping@yahoo.ca

Gardening & Design l Maintenance l Installation l House Checks

250-955-2236 We would like to thank our customer s for their loyalty. We want you to know that your safety comes fir st and we are doing our best to continue to operate our business for the time being and want to assure you that we are putting strict sanitation procedures in place for your safety and our s

• • • • •

7

250-679-3221 ChaseRCMP@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

HEAT PUMPS / AC DUCTLESS SPLITS FURNACES (Gas / Electric) VENTILATION (Custom Sheet Metal) SERVICE & REPAIR (all makes and models)

Fully Licensed Technician

• REFRIGERATION • GAS FITTING • SALES • CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM INSTALLATION

8

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

RCMP News continued (Continued from page 7)

On April 8, the Chase RCMP Detachment received a report that a car hauler trailer was stolen from a seasonal residence in the 800 block of Armentieres Road in Sorrento. The trailer went missing sometime after April 3 with BCLP # 97863D attached.

Suspects cut the lock on his gated driveway to gain access. The trailer is 20 feet, double axle, enclosed car hauler style, black with grey trim.

Domestic Assault Victim Assisted by Passers-by On April 12 at 11:09 am, Chase RCMP were called to a report of a possible domestic assault taking place on the side of the roadway at the intersection of Trans Canada Hwy 1 and Silvery Beach Rd, near Chase. Several witnesses indicated that a male and a female were walking down the side of the roadway and appeared to be verbally and physically fighting. The assault was so obvious that passers-by began stopping to assist the female. The suspect male, then got into a silver vehicle and fled west bound on Hwy 1, before police arrived.

Upon their arrival, police were able to speak with the female Victim, who stated that she had been abducted in Enderby by an ex boyfriend, who was currently bound by a no contact order, and was physically assaulted when she attempted to escape the moving vehicle. The Victim was treated by EHS and transported to Salmon Arm hospital for injuries sustained. Had it not been for the assistance of the Passersby, this situation could have ended up much worse.

Police are in the process

of requesting a warrant for suspect male for charges of Abduction, Forcible Confinement and Assault Causing Bodily Harm.

Driving while Prohibited On April 12 at approximately 2200 hrs, Chase RCMP were making patrols and observed a 1993 red Dodge Dakota speeding on Aylmer Rd in Chase. The vehicle attempted to evade police by turning down an alleyway but police observed the driver get out and attempt to hide. Police noted that the vehicle did not have the correct plates on it and that the driver was prohibited from driving.

The 32-year-old male from Chase, was arrested for Prohibited Driving and given tickets for no insurance and misuse of plates. He is scheduled to appear in court on July 23, 2020.

Theft from Treetop Flyers On April 12, Chase RCMP received a report unknown person(s) broke into two shipping containers located behind the Chase Arena, some time overnight by cutting the locks and stealing items belonging to Treetop Flyers. Most of the items are related to zip line industry including ropes and climbing equipment as well as items specific to zip lining. Police have no suspects at this time.

Multiple Charges On April 16, Chase RCMP received a report that a male had stolen a sign from a property on Warren Rd in Pritchard and that the suspect`s vehicle had broken down by the side of the road.

While enroute, police received a second report that that the Suspect had entered another vehicle and was traveling on Kamloops Shuswap Rd heading toward Chase and was being followed by wit(Continued on page 9)

MAY 2020

(Continued from page 8)

nesses.

Witnesses were able to identify the driver as Daniel BLACKBURN from Pritchard and police were aware of BLACKBURN, as he was subject to court conditions and was in violations of his Release Order. Several police officers from Chase responded to the area to contain the vehicle. Police were able to locate BLACKBURN`s vehicle and attempted to stop the vehicle but BLACKBURN subsequently rammed into one of the police cars and fled west on Kamloops Shuswap Rd. BLACKBURN eventually turned onto McGilvery Forest Service Rd, which eventually became blocked with snow and BLACKBURN fled on foot. Police were able to track and locate BLACKBURN and he was arrested and held for Court.

BLACKBURN was subsequently charged with Possession of Stolen Property, Fail to Stop for Police, Fail to Stop at an Accident, Assault with a Weapon and Fail to Comply with Conditions of his Release Order.

BLACKBURN`s court date was April 22, 2020.

Theft & Vandalism On April 16 at 0912 hrs, Chase RCMP received a complaint the garden centre

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

at 305 Brooke Rd was entered into sometime overnight. Items taken were a broken cash register, 2 broken fountains and a wagon.

No suspects identified as of yet.

Break & Enters On April 16, Chase RCMP were advised of a break and enter to travel trailers parked in the 1100 block Thompson Ave in Chase. The locks were broken on the doors and contents had been disturbed. A TV and alcohol was noted to be missing and it appears someone may have slept in the bed.

No Charges from Leopold Rd. Investigation Follow up on recovered stolen property investigation related to a property on Leopold Rd. in Scotch Creek where police seized approximately $500,000 worth of stolen goods and multiple prohibited firearms during multiple search warrants in June 2019. Crown counsel has reviewed the tremendous volume of evidence presented to them and have elected not to pursue any charges in this case.

Anyone with information on any of these investigations is asked to call Chase RCMP at 250-679-3221 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222 -8477

9

• Stump Removal • Trenches for Electrical • Sewer, Water, etc.

• Interlocking Pavers • AB Retaining Walls • Concrete Finishing • Material Hauling

Len Barker

cklcontracting@telus.net

LUMBERJACK TREE SERVICES Serving the Shuswap for 40 Years

Don’t leave yourself out on a limb Call Karl Bischoff 250-955-6250 250-319-3443

Vermeer chipper Danger tree removal Bucket truck - 60’ reach Lot clearing Mobile Welding

FULLY INSURED

10

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

…SideKick Focus on Kicker Advertisers and Supporters

By Jan Penner Anglemont Marina is a longestablished North Shuswap institution and since March 2015, the people at the helm have been owner Bob Wallace and his partner Katie Redford. They have continued to maintain and build this very important local business with friendly service and a desire to meet their customers’ needs both on and off the water.

Anglemont Marina is open from mid to late April, depending on the arrival of Spring, until October 15th. When Bob Wallace bought the marina, he saw the off-season as a time when he and Katie

would do some traveling. It hasn’t really worked out quite that way, as personal commitments and changes and repairs at the marina have curtailed vacation plans somewhat. For the time being, that’s okay though, as Bob and Katie really enjoy the North Shuswap and all it has to offer year-round.

Prior to their move to Anglemont, Bob and Katie were residents of Calgary. Bob grew up on the coast and loves anything associated with water. He has done extensive scuba diving in the ocean and many of the lakes in B.C., as well as prime vacation spots in warmer locales.

250-955-2277 anglemontmarina.com

Waterskiing was once a favourite pastime and though he no longer indulges in it, he still gets out on the water, boating and fishing whenever possible.

Bob can’t always get out to enjoy his aquatic activities that often in the summer, as the Marina is a busy place, especially in June, July and August. Anglemont Marina offers boaters a large variety of services including mooring, fuel, food and fishing gear. Bob Wallace takes care of the outside show for the most part, with Katie Redford is in charge of the store, ordering and being a main contact person for Anglemont Marina. Together they maintain a staff of 2-3 people in the shoulder seasons, with 16-18 on duty during the busy summer months.

Bob Wallace has a daughter in Calgary and a son in Vancouver. Katie Redford has two sons, one of whom resides with Bob and Katie. Of the four children, he is the one mostly likely to be found playing and working around the marina, though Bob’s daughter may soon be on scene as well.

When he purchased Anglemont Marina, Bob Wallace saw it as a semiretirement opportunity. It has proven to be much more than that. The busy season means 12-hour days, 7 days a week, for close to 20 straight weeks.

Bob says that the busy pace makes him appreciate the much needed down time in the off-season. He enjoys working with his customers and what could be better than helping people have a good time!

The Kicker would like to thank Bob Wallace, Katie Redford and Anglemont Marina for their continued support through advertising. Our best wishes to you for continued success with your North Shuswap business.

MAY 2020

Boaters Urged to Be Diligent About Clean-Drain-Dry SWC/CSISS Release gear, and other watercraft including Boating season is here! With the canoes and paddleboards. Adult mussels arrival of warm weather in the Shusare small, about 1 centimeter in diamewap, many of us are now thinking about ter, and may be attached to watercraft lake cruises, paddling, fishing, and tow inside compartments or other hard tosports. spot areas. Juvenile mussels are freeFor two Shusswimming and wap-based organimicroscopic – zations, boating impossible to season means it’s detect with the time to turn up the human eye. heat on invasive “At this time, we Zebra and Quagga don’t really mussel prevention. know what the The increased tourism season movement of boats might look like and other watercraft in the Shuswap, into the Shuswap in terms of the Conservation Officer decontaminating boat at number of people means there’s an inspection station. (Photo contributed) increased risk of an travelling here accidental introducwith a watertion of the invasive mussels. craft,” says Vieira. “Even so, we are Zebra and Quagga mussels – two treating this very seriously. Watercraft species of small, freshwater mussels from outside of BC could potentially be that originate in Europe – have incredi- infested with invasive mussels. It could ble destructive potential. The mussels take just one infested watercraft launchoccur in parts of eastern and central ing into the Shuswap to start a new popCanada, but fortunately they have not ulation of invasive mussels here.” invaded British Columbia or our nearest There are two prevention measures neighbour, Alberta. The Shuswap Wa- that boat and watercraft owners need to tershed Council and the Columbia Shus- follow, Hooper explains. “The first wap Invasive Species Society are work- measure is to clean, drain, and dry your ing together to keep invasive mussels watercraft every time you move it out of out of BC. a lake or waterbody. By doing this, “Zebra and quagga mussels create you’re greatly enormous problems in lakes because eliminating the they cling to and form colonies on obchance that you’re jects under water: boats, dock pilings, moving invasive water supply and irrigation systems – species. The secanything. This imposes costly, nuisance ond prevention maintenance. It’s impossible to get rid measure is to stop of them for good,” says Robyn Hooper, at watercraft inExecutive Director of the Columbia spection stations Shuswap Invasive Species Society in your travels.

(CSISS).

There are sevThat’s not all. “The mussels will eral highway-side litter beaches with their razor-sharp inspection stations shells. They produce foul odours, and set up at entrythey pollute water quality which puts points to BC the lake ecosystem and drinking water staffed by the at risk,” adds Erin Vieira, program man- Conservation Ofager for the Shuswap Watershed Coun- ficer service. “All cil (SWC). travellers with “Boat and watercraft owners have an watercraft must important part to play in preventing the stop. Watercraft will be inspected spread of invasive mussels,” Vieira and decontaminatsays. This is because the primary way invasive mussels invade new waterbod- ed, if necessary, free ies is by ‘hitch hiking’ on boats, fishing of charge.”

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

11

PAVING • Excavating • Grading 40 years experience

Everett Loberg 250-833-2905 Located in Magna Bay

BLINDS SHADES SHUTTERS

Free In Home Consultation Cheryl: 1.250.319.0496 email: cheryl@madeintheshadebcint.com www.madeintheshadebcint.com

12

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

CSRD Asks For Distancing Respect at Landfills CSRD Release The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is asking for the public's help to keep all landfill sites, transfer stations and recycling facilities safe and operational during the COVID-19 pandemic.

These facilities are seeing a significant

increase in customer traffic due to spring cleaning and yard maintenance.

The CSRD is asking customers to consider whether a visit to a landfill or transfer station is truly necessary at this time and to abide by the orders of the Provincial Health Officer during their visit, par-

Tombe Herrington Chartered Professional Accountants LLP

For Professional Assistance In: ◊ Corporate, Personal & Estate Income Tax Preparation ◊ Dealing With Revenue Canada ◊ Buying, Starting, or Selling a Business ◊ Bookkeeping ◊ Preparation of Financial Statements Helen Lamb ◊ Curtis Wilkinson ◊ Gordon Herrington ◊ Wally Branchflower

834 Shuswap Ave., Chase BC

www.tombeherringtoncpa.ca

Franklin Pump Dealer * Canadian Groundwater Certified Pump Installers Power Snake * Drain Pressure Washer * Sewer Inspection Camera * Licensed Plumbers & Gasfitters

ticularly as it relates to social distancing.

Unfortunately, many customers are not abiding by these requests and, as a result, are placing landfill staff and other customers at risk.

The CSRD is working to support our contractors in their efforts to implement the social distancing directives of the Provincial Health Officer at all facilities.

This means: The number of customers permitted onsite at any given time will be limited and any customers not following the social distancing order to stay twometres apart from other customers may be asked to leave the facility or may be issued a bylaw violation ticket.

Customers can expect a significant increase in line ups and wait times at all facilities, wait times of up to 60 minutes could be expected during peak times.

Customers will be expected to abide by the direction of staff while onsite.

Where possible, residents are encouraged to bring yard and garden waste as a separate trip to reduce interactions with scale attendants. There is free disposal for this type of waste.

"We are asking residents to plan ahead for longer waits at all our facilities. If you are in a rush, wait until another time," says Ben Van Nostrand, Team Leader of Environmental Health Services. "The reason these sites can stay open is through the efforts of our essential workers. They are doing their best to deal with the challenges posed by COVID-19. What we need is for people to be patient and be kind."

In addition to the closure of the CSRD's Re-Use Facilities at landfill sites, clothing donation bins supplied by Big Brothers and Big Sisters will not longer be in operation, as that organization has temporarily closed.

To dispose of potentially contaminated medical waste including used tissues, masks, gloves, or waste that may have come into contact with someone who is exhibiting COVID-19-related symptoms, please double-bag it and dispose into regular garbage, rather than recycling. If in doubt, throw it out.

As long as customers are patient and follow the directive of the Provincial Health Officer, the CSRD will continue to provide service to all customers, however, if customers fail to abide by these directives, or direction from the Province changes, the CSRD may consider further restrictions to the facilities and services, including possible closure to the public.

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

13

Fire News

By Derek Sutherland CSRD Protective Services Your North Shuswap fire departments are adapting to these new and unsettling times. In Scotch Creek, we have recruited a number of new energetic members to bolster the ranks.

We were just getting started with their recruit training when COVID 19 struck and we had to suspend in-person practices. Thankfully, we live in the modern age with an abundance of resources to keep our members sharp.

The members have shown great resiliency during these challenging times and the CSRD Fire Services has been able to respond quickly with online training.

As a fire services team, we have wanted to develop more online content for some time now the current reality has made that a necessity.

We are delivering online training on Tuesday nights in video-conferencing lectures and PowerPoint format. This training focuses on the theoretical aspects of firefighting, such as safety and communications, personal protective equipment (PPE), fire behaviour, ventilation, building construction and more. Currently these online courses are being offered regionally to all 13 CSRD Fire Departments.

This past Tuesday, we

welcomed 113 firefighters to the online training. Each of the Tuesday night online training sessions are recorded and made available to all members to refer back to or attend at their convenience.

Once we are back to inperson training we will focus on developing the practical skills associated with these online training sessions.

While we are respecting the COVID 19 protocols at our fire departments, we have implemented new protocols for fire response that include extensive cleaning, disinfecting and added new PPE such as rubber gloves, masks and sanitizing agents.

We are still responding to emergency calls during this pandemic and we are taking extensive measures to keep the public and our firefighters safe.

CSRD Fire Services and local fire departments, including Anglemont, Celista and Scotch Creek/Lee Creek, flashed their lights and made some noise one evening this month, as a tribute to the hard work of health care and essential workers in our region.

Thank you to all the firefighters for coming together to respond in our communities and thank you to all the members of the public for your actions to flatten the curve.

Award winning wines . . .award winning wine makers

We are closed to the public but are taking phone orders With extra time on your hands it might be a good time to try home brewing, We have everything you need to brew at home Call us if you have any questions Stay safe

250-679-8885 722 1st. Ave. Chase BC Like us on Facebook! @VillageUbrew vilubrew@cablelan.net

Spring Housecleaning Tip: Get Motivated!!

Clean while listening to music.

If dancing, singing, or whatever gives you motivation works, do it!

Destree

LANDSCAPING Service

Professional Lawn & Garden Care Serving the North & South Shuswap Since 2000 • Residential &

I’m so excited it’s time to take out the garbage.

What should I wear?

Commercial Maintenance • Turf Lawns Installed • Turf Booster

• Weed Control • Core Aeration • Fertilizing Programs

14

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

CSRD Board Meeting Notes

250-955-2981 cell 250-803-2981 Family business for over 80 years Over 25 years experience

 forming,

grading, rebar  placing & finishing all types  many colours & patterns A.C.I. Certified Concrete Technician W.C.B. insured Guaranteed workmanship References available 6245 Line 17 Magna Bay

From CSRD Board in Brief All non-essential meetings such as Advisory Planning Commission, public hearings, Parks Advisory Committee, community meetings (Incorporation Study, Housing Needs, etc.) are cancelled until the May 21, 2020 Board meeting; the CSRD will re-evaluate any updates to the novel coronavirus pandemic and CSRD meeting requirements again at that time.

CSRD Board meetings will continue to be limited to 50 participants, including elected officials and staff. Elected officials are encouraged to attend meetings via electronic participation due to the need for physical/social distancing of 2 m for all attendees within the CSRD Boardroom.

Directive for Shuswap Watershed Council Amendment Bylaw – The Board was updated on information provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing that any bylaw to establish or amend a service involving an elector assent process will not be considered at this time, due to the COVID 19 pandemic and Provincial declaration of emergency. The Ministry will continue to work with local governments that are considering elector assent matters to ensure plans take into consideration the need to protect community residents during this emergency situation. This directive may affect plans for a voter assent process regarding the continuation of the Shuswap Watershed Council.

Clarification on CSRD Parks/ Openings and CSRD Boat Launches - The Board reviewed the continued opening of CSRD parks, trails and boat launches. The CSRD has been taking its direction from the BC Chief Medical Officer and Provincial Ministries regarding these facilities. To date there have not been any orders or recommendations from senior government to restrict boating access to area lakes for recrea-

tional purposes. The CSRD continues to promote recommendations made by other levels of government asking people to avoid all non-essential travel. This would include coming into the Regional District to go boating. The only boat launch closed at this time is Harbour Road in Blind Bay because of low water.

Correspondence - Two letters were received about the North Shuswap Health Centre funding request at the March meeting.

Discussion for rural funding for health care services has been referred to the next Electoral Area Directors Meeting.

A copy of a letter to Shuswap Watershed Council from Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association showed the Association supported many of the SWC’s activities but does not support the adjunct role SWC has taken on with recreational safety or spending $206K for remedial projects, fearing the responsible government bodies will further neglect enforcement and management.

A response from SWC says, in part, “Regarding safe boating and recreation in the Shuswap, we agree that this is an area of importance but we don't think it is addressed well by safety authorities.” About remedial projects, “This gives us the opportunity to partner with members of the local agriculture community, and show our support for good practices. It builds upon our significant investment in nutrient research. And, it demonstrates our commitment to the Shuswap watershed to provincial regulatory agencies, which we think encourages them to place more of a priority on the Shuswap as opposed to neglect their responsibilities for management and enforcement as you've suggested.”

Letter from Rural and Northern Communities Program - Sicamous to Armstrong Rail Trail - Funding Denied - A number of Board Directors (Continued on page 15)

MAY 2020 (Continued from page 14)

expressed disappointment at the announcement that the Sicamous-to-Armstrong Rail Trail grant application for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program was denied in this round of funding. Plans for future grant opportunities with this program are already being explored.

Approval of 2019 Audited Financial Statements and Statement of Financial Information - The Board approved

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

15

both these statements and they are available on the CSRD website.

Grant-in-Aid requests - The Board waived a temporary suspension on reviewing Grant-in-Aid applications during the COVID-19 pandemic to allow for an emergency application from the Sorrento Food Bank. The Board agreed to support a $5,000 contribution of Grantin-Aid funds to the Sorrento Food Bank.

SASCU To Offer the Canada Emergency Business Account Media Release Shuswap businesses will soon be able to apply for the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) through SASCU Credit Union. Offering access to the federal relief program is the latest measure to complement SASCU’s Payment Relief Program launched April 6.

“We recognize how important small businesses are to the communities we serve,” said Ken Hawrys, Vice President, Strategy and Operations, “and we will continue to support them through COVID-19 and beyond.”

SASCU has been working hard with Central 1 Credit Union and Export Development Canada (EDC) to be an approved financial institution for the CEBA loan

program. SASCU will begin accepting applications by April 30, 2020.

“We understand that cashflow during uncertain times is extremely important so being able to support our members with the CEBA program was critical,” said Dan Morin Senior Manager, Credit.

“We have been working with our members to help with cashflow issues and this program will have a tremendous impact for many of our members.”

The federal government developed CEBA in cooperation with Export Development Canada to help Canadian businesses

obtain financing during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides loans of up to $40,000. SASCU Business Members will be able to apply to these funds via their SASCU Online Banking account by April 30, 2020.

To learn more on SASCU’s response to the COVID-19 visit sascu.com/ COVID-19.

16

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

CSRD 2019 Annual Report Highlights

• Rock

Walls & Stairs • Mini Excavator & Skidsteer • Site Preparation

250-318-7441 bruceexcavating@yahoo.ca

Lewis Rock UNIQUE STONE LANDSCULPTING Stairs - Walls - Benches - Fireplaces We also carry a selection of stone products

LewisRock.com PH. 250-955-0771 CELL

250-371-7003

Lewis Rock is a Division of G&M Cedar Ltd.

By Jo Anne Malpass The Columbia Shuswap Regional District has released its 2019 annual report to constituents, with highlights from each department.

The Chief Administrative Officer Charles Hamilton wrote “The CSRD provides a broad range of services to approximately 50,000 residents in four municipalities and six electoral areas.

Featuring a mosaic of distinct and unique communities, each with their own identities and aspirations, the regional district includes a growing population in the North and South Shuswap, the amenities and energy of our municipalities, and the rural atmosphere of Malakwa, Ranchero, the Salmon Valley and the areas surrounding Revelstoke and Golden.

We deliver services in response to the public’s requests, the well-being of citizens, consideration for the economy, and the environment. Our decision-making is guided by sound business practices. The CSRD’s team of experienced professionals are committed to serving our residents to the very best of their abilities.

Among other things, the CSRD operates landfills and recycling, provides emergency support services, enhances tourism, coordinates parks, plans for land use, enforces bylaws, supplies fire protection, and manages water systems.”

The section entitled 2019 By the Numbers reports • 81 Buoys pulled from Shuswap and Mara Lakes by Transport Canada with help of the CSRD • 22.3 tonnes milfoil harvested • 531,749 website visits, 86 press releases to the media, CSRD received 1,443,454 emails: valid 230,115 virus 13,658 spam 1,199,681 • 1,348,569,684 L water pumped through CSRD systems, 81,900 approx. meters of water mains, 2,406 water system connections, 252 CSRD fire hydrants • 4 outdoor ice rinks, 60 developed parks, • 405 protective services volunteers • 26,700 tourism guides distributed • 18 junior firefighters, six graduated to become full members. 53 FireSmart assessments, 370 call outs for CSRD fire departments. 305 paid on call firefighters.

• 30 neighbourhood emergency programs • 115 CSRD Board and public meetings

• 12,246 KG paint recycled, 17,205KG electronics recycled, 462 KG clothing donated from start of program in November 2019, 798 kg residential batteries, Freon removed from 2,473 appliances.

The various departments report 67 grant in aid recipients for a total of $384,808 with $88,189 Electoral Area F. Organizations receiving $10,000 or more in the North Shuswap were: $10,000 Friday Night Live Society, $15,900 North Shuswap Chamber Of Commerce and $40,000 North Shuswap Community Association.

In 2019, a total of $857,057 in Gas Tax Funds, which are provided to the CSRD from the Government of Canada, were approved for distribution throughout the CSRD’s Electoral Areas. In North Shuswap, Scotch Creek Hall $69,550 Electronic Sign Board and Acoustic Panels, and to Scotch Creek / Lee Creek and Celista Fire Departments $26,750 Energy Efficient Upgrades.

Parks and Recreation Area F reports continuing work on the Bristow Road Park and Boat Launch into 2020.

Planning and community engagement work continued for significant trail projects including Glenemma, Lee Creek and the South Shuswap Destination Trail, in conjunction with the Shuswap Trail Alliance.

Operations Management - Updating the 2007 Scotch Creek Master Water Plan and considering options for a community water system. A plan to apply for an $8 million infrastructure grant was abandoned in favour of a scaled-back approach to upgrade and expand the smaller, existing Captain’s Village Water System. This project will continue into 2020.

Utilities Highlights - Replacing water service lines in Anglemont to reduce disruptions to the public. The 2019 project allowed for $400,000 worth of repair work to be undertaken in the area. This project work will continue in 2020. Continuing to work on upgrades to the Saratoga Waterworks utilizing a $1.4 million grant. Work will be completed in 2020.

Work continues on investigating and identifying feasible options for desired community sewer systems identified in the Liquid Waste Management Plans for the Scotch Creek, Blind Bay and Sorrento areas. To date, viable options have not been identified.

Environmental Health - In 2019, it (Continued on page 17)

MAY 2020 (Continued from page 16)

was determined that the treatment of nuisance mosquitoes in the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek areas would be suspended in 2020. This came after BC Parks denied the CSRD’s application for mosquito treatment in Shuswap Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Parks. The Little Shuswap Indian Band also refused to allow treatment in the Hilliam Road area.

Development Services - The total number of land use applications – including Bylaw Amendments, Develop-

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

17

ment Permits, Development Variance Permits, Temporary Use Permits, Subdivisions and Agricultural Land Reserve reviews − continues to grow year-overyear. There has been significant growth in development over the past decade, with bylaw amendment, development permit, variance and temporary use permits increasing more than 300 per cent since 2009. Notably there was a 51 per cent increase in these files from 2018 to 2019.

The full report can be seen online at http://ow.ly/bCBL50zgwyY

First Responders “911 … What is your emergency?”

Submitted by Karen Boulter Over the past few months, staying home, social distancing, limiting contact when absolutely necessary, washing, sanitizing and washing again, are practices we have all become familiar with.

Until now, the majority of people have realized the importance of following these steps, and as a result, the COVID curve has started to flatten. We have also seen that when some countries or states have started to ease up, their numbers of infected, as well as deaths, have started to rise again.

As the warmer summer weather gets closer, it will become more tempting to get outside and gather together. As incomes dwindle, causing individuals and businesses to struggle to stay afloat, the desire to go back to our regular ways is tempting. However, those in the medical field see firsthand the effects and are reminding us of the importance of continuing with these safety practices, and

implore you to please remain diligent.

Maintaining safe distances, washing hands and cleaning surfaces are our best defense. Getting plenty of sleep, engaging in gentle exercises and practicing deep breathing techniques at home can help to calm the mind while maintaining your fitness levels. Speaking with family, friends and healthcare professionals who can help you deal with issues as they develop are all positive steps to moving forward. Please hang in there.

Breathe and believe. We will get through this.

Together, ‘We Make A Difference.’

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

We look forward to hearing from you soon. ♦Residential

♦Signs

♦Industrial

♦Poles

♦Commercial

♦Street

Lighting

for all your electrical needs

250-679-3373

Custom Cutting (all bandsawn wood) Cedar Siding - Fascia Board - etc. ♦ Beams ♦ Kiln Dried T&G also available ♦ ♦

Tom Barnhardt

250-955-2301

18

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

North Shuswap Roadside Clean-up Just a few hours of your time will make a difference

Clean-up Days The Month of May! Due to COVID-19, this year’s event will be done a little differently then in previous years. Choose your designated section of the highway, contact Charlotte and she’ll mark you down and make sure there’s no overlapping.

Unfortunately, there will be no garbage bags or gloves supplied this year and if you pick up, you must drop off at the dump too!

Show your North Shuswap Pride!

Organized by: To Register Contact Charlotte

(250) 517-8329

822A Shuswap Ave, Chase, BC

250●679●3118 Mike O’Reilly - Owner

Mon to Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Clayton Saunders

Professional Glass Technician

All Season Vacation Rentals in Seymour Arm

250-804-6818 ● 360-663-4441 Your hosts are . . .

Blair Donison and Leeann Herechuk www.longridgelodge.com info@longridgelodge.com

Chamber News

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

By Debbie Seymour Executive Director These have been busy times with the Chamber. We have been involved in many virtual meetings and discussions with our partners and peers whose passion is helping local business and how we can best help our community.

We joined the BC Chamber in 2017. The BC Chamber of Commerce is BC’s largest and most broadly based business organization, representing more than 125 other Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade with a network comprising 36,000 businesses of every size, and from every sector of the region.

They are well respected and have an impact when they advocate on our behalf with our federal and provincial governments.

During these meetings, we receive updated information regarding the support from the federal and provincial governments. There are discussions with respect to the business environment at this time. Each Chamber Executive has the opportunity to bring its own region’s concerns forward. In most cases, they are similar to others already raised and BC Chamber is already working on advocating for them.

Some issues are exclusive to our area though, as Shuswap region is smaller and our businesses have experiences and challenges the inner cities would not.

Our local interior BC Chamber Executive Directors also meet on a regular basis and we have asked for the BC Chamber to be aware of our small but mighty voice. We would like to be clearly identified as the Shuswap region to be included in the Thompson Okanagan. We feel our membership needs to be recognized and the resources

provided should reflect our area. BC Chamber has responded to our concerns and a separate meeting was held with Val Litwin-President & CEO of BC Chamber and the 6 local interior Executive Directors. We now have representation for the Shuswap region with the COVID-19 Task Force.

A separate meeting with Walt Judas, CEO of the Tourism Industry Association of BC was initiated with representation of the Chamber Executives. Their focus is to develop best practices for safety when opening business sectors. When the opportunity to open tourism nears, the message will be to encourage BC to travel within their own regions.

BC Chamber will be releasing video pieces shortly to reflect the importance of your local Chambers. We are confident the Shuswap region will be well represented and encourage you to speak up.

Please feel free to get in touch. Be sure to check their website http:// www.bcchamber.org for current resources and benefits.

We are also included in the meetings with Shuswap Economic Development Task Force. This is a resourceful group. A database of local Shuswap businesses has been created to include the status of the business, hours and contact information. The list can be found on shopshuswap.ca.

Our businesses and organizations are listed under the North Shuswap Tab. As I work through connecting with our local business and able to confirm business status, the list will be updated. Please be sure if you are posting to social media to use #shopshuswap.

This is combined with the Shop Shuswap campaign and (Continued on page 19)

MAY 2020 (Continued from page 18)

identifies your business with Shuswap Tourism and Shuswap Economic Development who are helping to market your business further.

The Shuswap Economic Task Force is also working on the Shuswap Emergency Response Plan which will provide support for our local

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

19

businesses. Further details will be released shortly and we look forward to sharing with you.

Please feel free to touch base if you have any questions, concerns or simply looking for information.

Debbie 250.804.8097 or northshuswapbc@gmail.com

Small Business Community Vital

By Greg Kyllo MLA for Shuswap Over the last few weeks, we have all been doing our best to follow the guidelines set out by our provincial health officer to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Whether that means changing our routines, selfisolating, or washing our hands more than ever before, we have all had to alter our lives as a result of this virus.

For some, these changes are nothing but a necessary inconvenience, but for many others, this pandemic has put their health or livelihoods at risk. One particular group on my mind has been the small business community. More than 95 per cent of employers in B.C. are small businesses and they form such vital and valuable parts of our neighbourhoods. It’s these businesses that provide us with goods and services day in and day out, and who also support our local sports teams and community programs.

But this COVID-19 pandemic has hit small businesses incredibly hard, with many in our communities being forced to close down — and many not knowing if they will ever be able to open their doors again. This is particularly true for those in the tourism industry here in the Shuswap, a sector that’s been among the hard-

est hit by this crisis.

The provincial government has said they will provide some basic supports for employees, but many business owners have said they do not qualify for these programs and are left wondering where they can turn to for assistance. It is essential that our government work together with small business to find a way to support them better during this challenging time.

However, there are also actions that we can take as individuals and families to support our local businesses.

Always keeping in mind BC CDC guidelines, we can choose to make choices that benefit our communities.

This can look like shopping local instead of making purchases online or purchasing gift cards to be used when stores return to normal operation. We can have regular take out nights and enjoy a delicious meal from our favourite local restaurants.

These businesses have continually chosen to invest in our communities and now, during these uncertain times, we can do our best to return the favour.

The people of this region are resilient and caring and I am incredibly hopeful that we will make it through these challenging times together and see our cities and towns flourish again soon.

• • • •

6' OF SPACE FROM OTHERS MINIMIZE CLOSE CONTACT NO HANDSHAKES WASH HANDS FREQUENTLY

S.O.S+ Sewerage On Site & Excavating

● Septic Fields ● Foundations ● Water Lines ● Driveways ● Landscaping ● Demolitions ● Drainage ● Rock Walls ● Snow Plowing

Concrete

● Stamped Floors ● Driveways ● Foundations ● Retaining Walls ● Custom Jobs ● Engineered Jobs

30 years experience serving the Shuswap

“We Can Do It” For A Free Estimate Call Butch 250-319-6933 or 250-679-7771 t6797771@telus.net

20

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Five Ways to Take Action Against Invasive Plants While Stuck At Home Spiders • Rodents • Wasps Carpenter Ants & More

Sorrento • Blind Bay Chase • Adams Lake • North Shuswap

North Shuswap Community Association (NSCA) presents:

$1,000 Jackpot

Know your limit, Play within it. For Help: 1.888.795.6111 or www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca Must be 19 years or older to play No minors admitted to hall BC Gaming Event License #112582

CSISS Release table seeds at home to grow in your Many of us are currently marooned garden this year. Vegetable plants are at home and looking for ways to occupy not invasive! our time. While we patiently wait for Discover what’s in your backyard the snow to melt, it’s a great time to get As snow melts and plants begin to a head start on your garden.

Learn to identify plants! spring up, be on the look out for potenWhile we won’t tial invaders and be able to offer our get started on spring Invasive weeding in your Plant ID and Manyard early this agement Workseason! Check our shops in person this website for tips on May, you can find how to manage useful resources to and dispose of help you learn to invasive plants identify and manage Looking for ways to fill your days? Gar- from your properdening is a great way to get outdoors. invasive plants ty. Invasive plant through our website disposal is free at columbiashuswapinvasives.org. We CSRD landfills and transfer stations – hope to be able to offer invasive plant just let the attendant know and ensure ID workshops later in the year or plants are bagged.

Go for a plant ID walk through an online format. You can also No yard? No problem, go for a solo learn about choosing native and noninvasive plants for your garden through walk and take note of the plants you see in your neighborhood. As shoots the provincial PlantWise program and free app. If you are interested in garemerge from hiding and flowers flourish, you can use the Report an Invasive dening using native plants, check out the Habitat Acquisition Trust’s Native App on your phone to help identify and report invasive plants that you come Gardening page here.

Did you know? across.

Ask an expert!

Surprisingly, it is still not illegal to If you are having trouble identifying import, purchase or sell invasive plants in BC. For this reason, we work close- a species or need advice on how to best ly with garden centers and plant nurse- manage a pesky plant, we are here to help you manage invasive plants on ries in the region to help ensure they are not accidentally providing invasive your property. Contact us at inplants or seeds for sale. We are thrilled fo@columbiashuswapinvasives or follow us on Instagram and facebook that most plant nurseries and garden @ColumbiaShuswapInvasives centers are helping to protect native The Columbia Shuswap Invasive biodiversity by doing their best to provide only non-invasive plants for pur- Species Society is a non-profit organichase. Support your local garden cen- zation dedicated to the prevention, tre by only asking for non-invasive management and reduction of invasive varieties of plants. Get the PlantWise species in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District of British Columbia. app to learn if your choice of plant is CSISS is thankful for the generous supinvasive or not!

Get a head start on port of the Columbia Basin Trust, the planting in doors Columbia Shuswap Regional District, To comply with social distancing, the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural many plant nurseries and garden centers Resource Operations and Rural Develin the region have likely closed their opment, and the Ministry of Transporstore fronts, but may instead be offering tation and Infrastructure.

To learn more about invasive speonline and phone orders, curbside pickup and delivery options. Check with cies in the Columbia Shuswap region your local nursery to see what options please visit: http:// they might have available. Start vege- www.columbiashuswapinvasives.org

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

21

Jolene Polischuk Office: 250-955-0307 Cell: 250-320-9020 jolene@century21lakeside.com www.century21.ca/jolene.polischuk

Lee Creek - North Shuswap

Well Crafted log home on half an acre in Lee Creek with a log detached shop. No attention to detail has been missed on this amazing home. Beautiful fish pond at the front of the home that lights up with fountains.

MLS® 10201876

$850,000

We join you in doing our very best to get through these crazy times while respecting & supporting our families, neighbors, clients and community.

All our phone numbers printed here are active and responsive. Our Offices are closed to the public while we observe Physical Distancing regulations. However, phone calls & messages are being directed and addressed by our staff and our excellent team of Realtors.

If you are curious about how our new business-practices can help you meet your Real Estate needs, then please reach out to us. We continue to work for & with you throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay Safe. Stay Healthy Jeff Tarry

Cynthia Bentley

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Cell/Text: 1-250-572-2888 Email: sold@jefftarry.com www.jefftarry.com

Office: 250-955-0307 Direct: 250-320-6669 cynthia@century21lakeside.com www.cynthiabentley.com

Enderby - British Columbia

$239,900

Well! Well! Well!

Well located, well priced, well looked after!

2 bed, 2 bath open concept condo with a view of Enderby Cliffs from the covered deck. The river is minutes from your door. Master bdrm with ensuite is bright & airy. Secure covered parking, clubhouse for entertaining & a guest suite . Easy walk to town & situated between Salmon Arm & Vernon. Building is 19+ good for couples, empty nesters or singles. Quick Possession available MLS® 10191918

Scotch Creek- North Shuswap

Scotch Creek Business Opportunity

TURN KEY….. FINANCING OAC….

Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Drive Through Window. Perfect location.

Commercial Kitchen, Tables, Chairs.

2200 square foot restaurant with 565 square foot covered Outdoor patio. Vaulted ceilings, public washrooms, lighting, air conditioning, walk-in cooler/Freezer, Tile floors.

Fronts the Squilax-Anglemont Hwy Enjoy owning a perfect road side Coffee Shop & Restaurant! Excellent exposure. $499,500 Offering Excellent Exposure!

MLS® 10186836

Donna Smith-Bradley

Al Christopherson

Realtor® Member of the Canadian Real Estate Association

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Office: 250-955-0307 Cell: 250-851-1483 al@northshuswap.com www.northshuswap.com

Office: 250-955-0307 ext.206 Direct: 250-819-0551 donna@century21lakeside.com www.donnasb.com Anglemont - North Shuswap

Don’t forget … we display our “Up-to-date Residential Listings” on the front porch of our Scotch Creek Office for anyone to view 24-7.

We also offer a “Free Guest Wifi” at our Scotch Creek Office for anyone wanting to search on their electronic devices or call a friend about the perfect home for sale!

$199,900

Feel at Home Affordable waterfront condo on the shores of Shuswap Lake. Second floor, newly renovated unit, with covered deck overlooking the beautiful Shuswap Lake and mountains. The perfect way to relax in your own space MLS® 10182041

22

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

North Shuswap

Health Centre Society www.NSHealthCentre.ca

#2 – 3874 Squilax Anglemont Rd, Scotch Creek

250-955-0660 for Appointments • • • •

Foot Care Nurse: Deanna Manual Osteopathy: Dental Hygiene Practitioner New Hours Lab - Blood Collection, ECGs Wed & Fri 8am to 12noon Nurse Practitioner Patients Call 250-679-1420

During this time that we are dealing with Covid 19 Please call the clinic for all health services Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

It has been really appreciated.

Shadow

Contact Rob at 778.765.8080

@celistacabinetry

robp@celistacabinetry.ca

Transforming ourselves & our community during a time of pandemic, with Kindness, with Love, with Hope...

By Gail McNeil-Oliver, NSHC Executive Director Every single person around us is affected by the current state of our community, our province, our country, and the world right now because of the COVID-19 health crisis.

The North Shuswap Health Centre is impacted just like any other small business, non-profit or charity organization is right now. Fundraising is on hold and revenues normally generated are reduced significantly. The way we do things has had to change while we all find our way with what the new normal may be.

Our hours have changed, services have been reduced and the way we do business has changed, for now. Patient visits with our doctors are being done via telephone, video if necessary and with the use of email correspondence. Because we do not have the Personal Protective Equipment needed to see patients face to face, there are only a few, face to face visits occurring in clinic. Anyone who has called or come to the clinic knows that we have put thorough screening in place in order to keep the clinic and community safe.

We are all impacted by this time of crisis and we all respond in different ways. Life as we know it has changed, causing a great deal of anxiety. Anxiety can be contagious so learning how to contain it and manage it will increase our resiliency to it and to dealing with the new way of life as we navigate going forward with COVID-19.

One way to deal with this anxiety is to seek out positive stories of people who are lending a helping hand. There are many here in our own

community helping neighbors and seniors to get groceries and medications. These stories restore our faith in humanity, like the recent story about University of British Columbia Medical students who are trying to make a difference by helping frontline medical workers.

They have formed MSRT (Medical Student Response Team) which is a student-led group whose focus is to empower medical students to support physicians and public health in their efforts to fight COVID-19. They are volunteering to help health care workers working on the frontlines with childcare, grocery shopping, and volunteering with public health by assisting with 8-1-1 calls and contact tracing. Within the first month, 700 medical students have signed up to volunteer and more than 200 requests for help from physicians across BC have been received.

Nursing students who have also had their clinical rotation suspended are volunteering to support nurses with childcare and shopping as they work longer shifts and are spending more time away from their families. These stories of community outreach can inspire us and reassure us that there are still good things happening around us.

During this crisis, we can practice three easy strategies to take care of ourselves and those around us: 1. Calm your mind The practice of mindfulness will help us to manage our worry, anxiety, and feelings of instability in the world around us. Being calm and present is crucial as it helps to keep our mind from wander(Continued on page 23)

MAY 2020 (Continued from page 22)

ing and reduces stress and worry. By practicing to bring ourselves back to the present moment, we will build resilience and deepen our capacity to cope.

2. Look out the window and reflect Meet frustration with reflection instead of immediate reaction. Spend more time looking out the window, reflecting. This will help with answers on how to best move forward both personally and professionally.

3. Use compassion to connect with others Have meaningful connections with your neighbor with the recommended social distance of 6 feet. Compassion starts in your mind as an intention to benefit others. By help-

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

ing, by showing compassion to someone, you will end up helping yourself to feel better.

Your mind will open to who and what is important, and possibilities of hope and opportunities open-up.

Remember that song…

What the world needs now is love? It is so true!

“What the world needs now is love sweet love, Its the only thing that there's just too little of, What the world needs now is love sweet love, No, not just for some but for everyone…

What we all have in common right now is that we are all experiencing this together and with Kindness, with Love, with Hope ... this will band us to be stronger together.

23

In the North Shuswap Or Parking Lot Pickup Free Shipping elsewhere

by Canada Post (Minimum 3 Bottles) Covid-19 safety precautions will apply

www.celistawine.com or phone Jake: 250-803-8140

2319 Beguelin Road, Celista, British Columbia

24

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Anglemont Ladies Golf

By Bev Shea In last month’s Kicker I started my article with this paragraph “It is difficult to write this article as so much is up in the air at the moment but I hope that by the time this Kicker is in your hands the golf course will be open and that the ladies have been able to start or will soon start getting together on the golf course.”

I am sorry to say that it has only gotten a little easier to write the article. Our president, Jan Wojciechowski and our captain, Doris Hunter had a socially distanced meeting with Craig and Shantelle to look at the 2020 golf season and Covid-19 virus issues. The golf course hopes to open once they get the safety measures in place.

Craig will confirm the safety details and opening date which won’t be before May 1.

At the meeting, they indicated it would be only 2 people going out per tee time which might be spaced 15 minutes apart. There is a limit of one golfer to a cart unless it is a spouse (someone in your household). You must phone in for a tee time or book online. At first the course will only be open to season members and punchcard holders. This is to avoid need for physical contact purchasing green fees. The course will accept using tap with a credit card or etransfer to purchase punch cards or season passes.

They are thinking of various ways to reduce contact. Safety for all is their most important goal, because of that we are not allowed to stay and socialize. The idea is to show up for your tee time, golf with

one other person and leave.

No socializing before or after. They plan to block off time for the ladies’ group and then have an hour where no one golfs so they can do safety duties and maintenance. The times for our golf on Tuesday and Thursday have not been set.

Remember that this will be a “contactless sport” - maintain at least 6 feet separation with all people, no contact with public equipment, as little contact with green fee purchases as possible. The club house will be closed except the washroom and a passthrough window. The flag pole must stay in, they will raise the cup an inch so your ball won’t go in the hole, there will be no rakes or divot sand etc. on the course. While it looks like we will be able to golf this season it will be very different for our ladies’ group.

No captain organizing games, no prizes, no gatherings.

Now for some exciting news: Our Captain and club champion Doris Hunter had a very good golfing season in 2019. She has been informed that she has received two awards from Zone 2. Doris was the runner-up for the Zone 2 Ladies 2019 Challenge and she is also the winner of the Zone 2 9-hole Pin-Round.

CONGRATULATIONS Doris.

As the situation with Covid-19 is evolving almost daily, all of this may change quickly. It will be best if you contact the golf course (250-955-2323) or Captain Doris (250-9550141) for more up-todate information.

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Anglemont Men’s Golf

By Gerry Shea The Anglemont Estates Golf Course will open for play sometime after May 1.

Players will follow the guidelines which are in play for the B.C. golf courses, i.e., no holeouts as the top of the cup will be above the level of the green, twosomes only, one person/power cart unless they live together in the same house, social distancing, etc.

Craig and Shantelle are serious about player safety and their safety during this health crisis.

For more up-todate information, contact Craig at the

course, 250-9552323 or Gerry Shea at 250-955-0365.

Senior men’s play will start sometime in the future. We play Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (start times to be determined).

Also to be determined are start dates for the Thursday night Men’s Club dates.

Once everything gets sorted, we will inform the members as to when and how these nights will be happening.

More information regarding the spring general membership meeting will be sent to the members.

250 955-6541

Located On Bragg Road, Celista Proudly Serving the North Shuswap Area for over 35 years • Specializing

in Computer Controlled and Electronic Vehicles • Government Licensed Technician • Warrantee approved service on all new vehicles • Approved location for most extended warrantees • Complete Auto & Light Truck Maintenance and Repair • Tires – Brakes – Tune-ups Government Vehicle Inspection Facility

WE HAVE SECURE, ENCLOSED STORAGE SPACES AVAILABLE

25

26

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Local Student's Australian Adventure

By Larissa Lutjen This winter, Katie Moore, a grade 9 student from Anglemont, had the good luck to be given the opportunity to hitch a ride to Australia with her family friend Linda Christopherson. Katie travelled for just over a month between February and March during interesting times in both Australia and the world.

Katie and Linda arrived in Melbourne and spent most of their time in Boolara and Mirboo North in the Victoria province, in the south eastern tip of the country. Although they arrived as the southern continent's devastating summer fire season was wrapping up, they didn't see a lot of evidence of the fires other than in Mt Hotham where a wildfire had come right to the edge of a family property, including burning all the trees in the yard.

Katie was struck by the different feel of the hills and trees with few tall or coniferous trees but lots of leafy gum and eucalyptus trees which have a distinctive light green-brown colour. She saw wallabys and kangaroos, “which are very fast”, she said, as well as koalas and echidnas. “The koalas stare at you from up in the trees”, she explained, “looking tired and grumpy.

They are adorable!” But it was the echidnas which she declared as “the most adorable thing on the planet!”

About the size of a small house cat, echidnas have long snouts with long pink tongues and are covered with spikes. They are monotremes, one of only two types of egg-laying mammals.

She got to see an echidna in the wild trying to bury its head in a hole in the ground.

She also found the birds interesting, being both more colourful and louder than British Columbian birds. The crimson rosellas and the sulpher crested cockatoos were two particularly noisy and beautiful birds which she saw.

The highlight of her trip was a 3-day horseback riding trip to Snake Island where she actually didn't see any snakes! She experienced riding a horse through the ocean and cantering on a perfectly sandy beach, which she reports to be an amazing experience. She also spent two days at a high school where the students wore uniforms, classes were spread over many buildings and only the oldest grade was allowed to leave the grounds during school hours. In Australia, the school year begins in January so students had only been in class for two months.

Although the global COVID-19 crisis was building as their trip progressed, Katie didn't find the 15 hour and 6 minute plane trip home to be significantly different than the trip there. She did notice that there were fewer people in the airport and that some people were wearing masks. On the last trip to a grocery store they found that the shelves were empty of toilet paper, flour, rice and hand sanitizer.

As it was the first time Katie had travelled without her sister and parents she did wish they were with her at times, but in general she was not overly homesick, especially because Linda took good care of her. She had such a great time that she can't wait to be able to return or to travel to other new places in the future.

27

Kim MacKinnon Independent Representative

p. 250.826.6211 e. km11@shaw.ca @kim2020.mack Premium Quality Active Wear

w. mycanadazyia.com/kimmack Uplift • Community • Light • Activity We fit most sizes - 0 to 20

Shuswap Better at Home “A little extra help for seniors to remain confidently in their own homes.”

• • •

Light Housekeeping Light Yardwork Minor Home Repair

• • •

Friendly Visiting Snow Shoveling Transportation Appointments/Shopping etc.

Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been carefully ve ed and trained for your security.

Central Intake 250-253-2749

EVCSS

Funded by the Government of BC. Income based service fees may apply.

28

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Kickin’ Tech News

Staying in Touch in Isolation John Seymour

Lakeside Technical Solutions

Shuswap

MINI STORAGE 3970 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy, Scotch Creek, BC V0E 1M5

CREEK COTCH S F O HEART IN THE

Storage Units 8’ x 10’ 10 x 10’ For more info or to book your storage space call

250-955-0011

www.shuswapministorage.com

Outdoor Storage Covered Uncovered

During the pandemic crisis, we are being asked to limit travel and personal contact as much as possible. I don’t have to tell you how difficult this is because you already know. Our lives have been upended in ways we have never seen or had to deal with before and at this point, we really have no idea how long it will all last.

Thankfully, we have our technology to help us keep in touch with loved ones and to stay involved in our communities. No doubt many of you have already been in contact with family, friends and business connections in various ways whether by phone, text, email, video chats or social media. Nothing new there and all great options for ‘one on one’ contact but what about connecting in larger groups? In this article we will discuss the most popular video chat tools for groups and some of the challenges you may come across in using them.

There are very many tools available for group video chatting. Some are designed to work with particular devices such as Facetime which is an excellent Apple only video chat tool. If everyone you will chat with has an Apple device of some sort whether it be an iPhone, iPad or Mac, then it is a highly recommended way to do so. Unfortunately, if even one person is not an Apple user, the tool becomes unusable for groups.

What I recommend in-

stead is a universal chat tool that works with any and all devices. This is especially important if you want to include those who only have a Windows computer. As long as they have email, they can be invited to a group chat and join simply by clicking on the link included in the email.

One of the most popular tools that has emerged recently is called Zoom. Zoom works on all devices and allows for up to 100 participants for 40 minutes for free.

Anyone can join a Zoom meeting without creating a Zoom account. Only the person initiating the group chat needs to have an account which makes it a lot easier to join for those less technical.

Another good choice is Google Hangouts which supports up to 10 people for an unlimited amount of time.

The only downside of this tool is that all participants must have a Google (Gmail) account which adds some difficulty for those who don’t have one already.

Gmail accounts are free so this is still a good option but requires a little pre-planning.

Other available and universal group chat tools include Skype, Houseparty and Microsoft Teams to name a few, but since this is a temporary thing, it’s probably best to keep it simple and use what everyone else is using.

Questions or comments?

Feel free to get in touch.

(250)955-0816

johnseymour@Lakesidetech.ca

www.lakesidetech.ca

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Online Gallery for the Arts Community Press Release The Third House Interactive Multimedia has created an online space, a gallery in which to publish artwork that is created during this period of isolation and social distancing.

It’s a space in which Shuswap artists can publish their own work, to share their own creativeness with one another and the public at large. If you would like to participate, this is your invitation. The gallery accommodates stories and poems and music as well as visual art. It’s all about the creative things we work on during this period; and it does not have to be about covid-19 and isolation. The subject matter can be about anything.

Art and life are deeply interconnected. There’s as many ways of understanding what is happening in the here and now as there are people. Art is simply a way of interpreting it in a

29

ON SALE NOW!

different way; the language of art allows creative persons to go below the surface and communicate an emotion or an idea that provides a different way of seeing. We want to encourage all Shuswap artists to create and contribute — to participate in the building of an interesting space for the community to visit.

For more information see www.thethirdhouse.ca/ isolationart/ or contact Joyce Adrian Sotski at joyce@thethirdhouse.ca.

“When Shakespeare was quarantined during the plague he wrote King Lear!” Really?

Is this true? They say it’s quite possibly true. There was a major plague in London in summer, 1606, which led to all London theatres being closed.

It will be interesting to see what the Shuswap artists are creating during this period of solitude and reclusiveness.

AVAILABLE AT:

$15

• • • • • •

The Willows Natural Foods - Chase, BC or Hidden Gems Bookstore, Salmon Arm, BC

TO ORDER CALL: WILF - 250-578-2083

HAZARD/DANGER TREE REMOVAL TOPPING PRUNING CLIMBING CHIPPING 5 MILLION LIABILITY INSURED/FULL WCB/ BC SAFE CERTIFIED

• • • • • •

UTILITY SERVICE WORK STUMP GRINDING LOT CLEARING BOBCAT SERVICE TREE ASSESSMENTS 75’ WORKING HEIGHT BUCKET TRUCKS

CERTIFIED UTILITY ARBORISTS/BC FALLER CERTIFICATION AND 50 YEARS EXPERIENCE

30

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Keeping the Kids Busy and Productive

Same People, Same Services...New Name!

Kyle and Kaytlyn with Boppre Diving would like to send a special thank you to the Shuswap community for all of the support over the years. We have changed our name and expanded our business to help serve our customers better.

We would like our clients to know that we are here to assist you with any of your water work needs. Our services include but are not

limited to: dock cable replacements, buoy chain replacements, buoy sales and installation, underwater inspections, dock and buoy anchors, as well as any workboat services you may require.

We hope you are safe and healthy during this troubling time and we look forward to continuing to serve our community.

By Larissa Lutjen Kids and parents are experiencing a wide range of responses to the COVID-19 isolation measures. Less structure and later wake-up times have been a welcome change for some. Home school challenges and socializing virtually have been difficult for others. As always sharing ideas and experiences can help us keep our kids active and productive and reminds us that we are all in this together.

Most parents are finding, with some chagrin, that kids are spending more time in front of screens these days.

To help get more value out of that screen time, CBC has made many video resources freely available through their Curio.ca. website. From 'Monster Math Squad' and 'Gumboot Kids' for young kids, to 'The Secret Life of Canada' and 'News In Review' options for high schoolers, the site offers short and documentary length videos complete with

age ratings and accompanying teacher guides. For older kids (and adults) the documentaries are sorted by subjects such as 'Food and Nutrition', 'Earth and Space Sciences' and 'Canadian Geography'.

Another on-line option is a virtual field trip or visiting a nature web cam. The Royal Ontario Museum, Easter Island, and the Surface of Mars can be 'visited' from your dining room table through a virtual field trip. The value of these 'tours' varies greatly depending on your internet speed and willingness to get to know how the websites work but the options are almost endless and more likely to be free today than previously. A good place to start to look for virtual field trips is at kidsactivitiesblog.com/135714/virtualfield-trips/. The website Explore.org likewise will take you to range of nature and animal webcams at locations such as an African watering (Continued on page 31)

MAY 2020 (Continued from page 30)

hole, an eagle's nest or a 'kitten cam'.

Finally if you want to get the kids off the screens the internet can be the source of activity ideas too. Plenty of good sites are just a Google search away but you can find a compilation of 115 ideas at www.northshoremums.com. au/fun-home-activities-withkids/. (Fun fact, the 'North Shore' in their URL doesn't refer to the North Shuswap, North Kamloops or North Vancouver but to North Sidney, Australia!)

Many North Shuswap kids have gone from days at school to days spent helping out at home. My own daughter helped me canvas some of her friends to find out how they are coping with being at home and doing school from home.

Grade 9 student Matty Sangster says that living on a farm keeps her busy. From “putting up fences, to feeding animals, playing her guitar, dirt biking and playing basketball” she is finding plenty of things to do. Completing school work from home has come with the benefits of being able to sleep in, avoid the bus ride and work in a quiet atmosphere, but she misses being around friends and at home she has “siblings to fight with”.

Petra Simpson is also in grade 9. She has been driving a tractor and taking care of lambs, goats and chicks at her parents' farm in Lee Creek. At the same time, she has been keeping up with her schoolwork, including doing PE through a running program and on-line exercise videos. Although she is missing school, she appreciates being able to control her own schedule and get her work done more quickly than she can at school. She is also keeping up with her ballet lessons through the website Zoom.

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Fellow ninth grader, Jamie Bentley, has been painting rocks, playing catch, doing yard work, fixing fences and hanging out with the animals on her family's Celista farm. She has been enjoying being able to spend more time with her family (including Matty!) and “just chill” at home without the long bus ride to contend with each day but she misses her friends.

Likewise, Katie Moore misses hanging out with her friends in grade 9 and “walking to Tim's for lunch”. She has been doing more chores, playing with her “doggo”, listening to music and playing video games. She reports that the best thing about doing school from home is the nearly 4 hours a day she saves not having to ride the bus and being able to do the work on her own schedule, with the downside that much of her extra time is now spent doing chores.

Parents should try not to worry that their kids are falling behind or that we are not doing enough to keep our kids active and learning.

Given the stress and uncertainty due to all the changes our kids are experiencing, more unstructured time is a gift that will help them cope.

And we might worry that learning is supposed to look like pen-and-paper worksheets but in fact kids are learning by being included in daily work and by having the time to make their own discoveries in books, through games and in nature.

The Kicker would like to hear from other parents and kids for our June issue. How are you spending this time of social distancing? What have you found to be most difficult? Do you have personal stories, helpful resources or good ideas you would like to share? You can write to Larissa at llutjen@hotmail.com.

31

QUALITY FIBREGLASS DECKS 

Great

selection of colors & designs to choose from Guaranteed workmanship Over 30 years experience Book early to ensure your deck is protected!

Serving the Shuswap and Salmon Arm area

250-838-6589

after 5pm

info@AShuswapHoliday.com | toll-free 888-643-3633 1000’s of clients served since 1994

32

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Day 5 of Homeschooling: One of these little monsters called in a bomb threat

250-253-8104 ajrahsun1@gmail.com

Your Shuswap Mitsubishi Electric Heating & Cooling Dealer Call STS for your free estimate

Don’t throw your money out the window!

$500 contractors rebate $1000 BC Hydro rebate $1500 in savings!

Heat Pumps & Air Conditioning ♦ Installations, Sales, Service ♦ Ductless Mini Splits ♦ Mitsubishi Authorized ♦ H-Vac Tech ♦

By Jan Penner stoves became a standard This month’s item was a feature in the kitchen, replacbit of a stumper. It is not a ing the open hearth. In 1867, bedwarmer (I think the han- Cornelius Swarthout filed a dle on those was a bit longpatent for a stovetop waffle er?). It is a waffle iron. Con- iron. It was flat bottomed, so gratulations to this month’s it rested easily and safely on winner Marie Ashe. the top of the stove cook surMy plan was to quickly face. It was hinged in such a research waffle irons and way as to allow the top to flip share my information. Being back so more batter could be as one researchadded, or simply so Last Month’s Thing that the waffle could er spent over 2 Waffle Iron years on the be checked. Part subject, we can way through cooksafely assume I ing, the iron was have only flipped over onto the scratched the top surface to cook surface! that side of the wafWaffle irons fle. It should be Name That Thing have been noted that Mr. around for hunSwarthout did not dreds of years in claim to have inone form or anvented the waffle other. Back in iron, but only felt the 1300’s, wafthat he had provided fle irons could improvements to a be found in the tool. kitchens of the Before loading wealthy. They the waffle iron with had to be spebatter, the cook had cially cast from to ensure the iron Email: kicker@kicker.ca.

Call: 250-955-0534 iron, by a blacksurface was well drop answer in one of our oiled in order to smith, with long Ordrop boxes at Scotch Creek handles so the Market, Sunnyside Supermarket prevent the waffle in Celista, or Ross Creek Store from sticking. person cooking in Magna Bay. over an open fire Cooking waffles Entry Deadline did not burn could prove to be Fri. May 22 themselves severy trying. The verely. The iron had to be the surface where the batter was right temperature. The batter poured was often etched with had to be mixed just right. a design or pattern, maybe to The right amount of batter mark it as the work of a spe- was important, not too much cific blacksmith or as belong- or too little, and sometimes, ing to a specific household. peeking was a precursor for Over time, people piled fruit disaster! Frankly, I’m not and syrup and cream on the surprised that many housewaffle. It has been suggested holds lean to pancakes inthat that is how the deep stead of waffles! holes came to be incorpoHere is our next item subrated in the iron, in order to mitted by Dolores Beck. have a place for all that good Make your guess and you stuff to settle, instead of it may be our next draw prize running off the edges. winner!

As time went on, wood

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

33

Shuswap Trails Update STA Release We at Shuswap Trail Alliance definitely appreciate everyone who has been working on the trails now that they are becoming snow free.

Don't hesitate to contact info@shuswaptrails.com if you are looking for more information on how you can help, or if you have a project you would like to tackle.

Remember any major trail works need to be approved by the land manager. If you have questions about this, please get in touch.

If you are looking for more information, the Shuswap Trail Alliance resource page is a good place to start. shuswaptrailalliance.com Please report any trail damage, Danger Trees as well as trees blocking trails to the trail report. These reports help a lot. Email trail-

report@shuswaptrails.com We also check the trail reports on the trailfork app. https://www.trailforks.com/ Trail Status - We are doing our best to keep the Shuswap Trails website up to date, but the relevant land manager web sites will have the most accurate information of trail status. bcparks.ca, sitesandtrailsbc.ca, csrd.bc.ca/ services/parks-recreation and salmonarm.ca/166/ Recreation-Parks-and-Fields.

Ticks - With the warm dry weather, we have some reports of ticks. The BCCDC's information page on Lyme Disease is at www.bccdc.ca/health-info/ diseases-conditions/lymedisease-borrelia-burgdorferiinfection Enjoy the trails and be well.

Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market To Our Valued Customers As Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines continue to evolve, please follow our FaceBook page for Market opening dates and announcements.

34

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Outdoor Recreation on the North Shuswap ®

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS IS HERE!

#280-3980 Squilax Anglemont Rd. - Scotch Creek

Bright and spacious 2008 Park Model offers open concept living area and a large loft that easily sleeps 4. Lot has been landscaped with interlocking bricks so very little maintenance is needed. This lot is ideally situated backing onto green space and the Adult Clubhouse. Caravans West has MLS® 10191397 something to offer to everyone.

Are you wondering about or during these unprecedented times?

Call Me Cell 250-517-0974 Office 250-832-7051 email: krista@kristabarker.com www.kristabarker.com

By Jo Anne Malpass Closure announcements from BC Parks, Recreation Sites and Trails BC (RSTBC) and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) have initiated a lot of questions from the public.

BC Parks has fully closed all Provincial Parks. RSTBC has closed all recreation sites with camping facilities to all recreational uses. Many walking trails remain open but trail closures due to Covid-19 and safety concerns include Crowfoot Snowmobile Trails, Skmana Snowshoe and Recreation Trails and Larch Hills Cross Country Ski Trails.

CSRD Parks has closed playgrounds and vault toilets but, following the advice of Chief Medical Officer Bonnie Henry, it wants to encourage residents to maintain mental and physical health by getting outdoors from time to time, when not self isolating. Residents are welcome to use public spaces like parks and trails, but to only do so in a manner that conforms to physical distancing initiatives, CSRD Team Leader, Community Services Ryan Nitchie told the Kicker.

“We want mom and dad and the kids that are isolating in a house to get out and use a play field to throw a frisbee or play catch, however, we do not want groups of people meeting at a park and socializing. The official word is to stay home as much as possible.

With respect to the tennis court and pickle ball court at Rose Clifford Park, we are monitoring the status of this facility and if we see breaches of the physical distancing recommendations or group gatherings, we will close that facility.”

CSRD partnered trails with Recreation Sites and Trails BC such as Evelyn Falls and the Hlina Trails remain open to the public but all public vault toilets are closed because it cannot provide adequate hand sanitization within those facilities.

The caveat with all CSRD parks and trails is that all users must always maintain the recommended physical distance of 2m and there must be no gathering of

public at any parks.

“CSRD staff and maintenance contractors will be monitoring park usage and if we see that the public is not abiding by physical distancing recommendations or are breaching the BC Chief Medical Officer order with respect to public gatherings, then we may consider park closures.”

Residents can get updates on the status of CSRD Parks and services on the CSRD website and social media. Questions can be directed by email to operations@csrd.bc.ca or phone 250.833.5950 Shuswap Lake Provincial Park is closed. BC Parks is immediately closing the entire BC Parks system, including all parks, protected areas, conservancies, recreation areas, and ecological reserves.

All camping (front and backcountry) is now banned until May 31, 2020. This includes all services, facilities and associated access, e.g.; trails, parking lots, day-use areas, beaches, docks and marine buoys. Tsútswecw Park was closed in January because of winter damage and remains closed.

Park closures will be enforced through regular monitoring and patrols and anyone found in a closed park will be evicted and could face a $115 fine.

Recreation Sites and Trails BC has announced all Recreation Sites with camping facilities are closed to all recreational uses.

Recreation Trails will remain open, where possible; however, associated recreation facilities are closed. The public is reminded to maintain safe physical distances of at least two meters and choose low risk activities while using trails. It is also recommending that people avoid travelling outside of their communities for recreation purposes. Trail users are expected to carry out their own garbage, are responsible for their own safety, and should exercise additional caution as trails will not be groomed or maintained during this time.

Up to date information is posted at bcparks.ca, sitesandtrailsbc.ca and csrd.bc.ca/services/parks-recreation

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

35

By Pat Bauer & Loretta Greenough

Hope everyone continues to keep safe and keep their distance until the country manages to get through this virus. Thank you to all who have been faithfully following the guidelines.

We would like to thank the many people who have reported the missing benches at Pioneer Park. It is so nice to see everyone keep an eye on the community. Thankfully they haven’t been stolen but Ed Elmes took them home last fall to sand them down and refinish them.

They will be put back shortly. Thank you, Ed, for doing this for the community.

Thank you to the few members who have renewed their membership. We look forward to receiving many more in the mail.

The board will be meeting with technology to decide how to proceed with our activity for the months of May and June. At this time, it is too early to make any decisions. If things change, we will be putting information on Facebook and our Webpage.

We hope everyone has been able to get out in their garden to enjoy the lovely sunshine.

Do you have an idea to bring people in your community together?

Small grants. Beautiful ideas.

Apply for up to $350 to bring your idea to life www.shuswapfoundation.com 250.832.5428 info@shuswapfoundation.ca

North Shuswap Community Hall 5456 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Celista, BC, V0E 1M6 Hall Bookings: Kim; 403-819-0863 info@northshuswapcommunityhall.ca www.northshuswapcommunityhall.ca Membership fees: $20/family, $10/individual

North Shuswap Community Association Membership 2020 Thank you very much for your support! $10.00 Single Fee $20.00 Family Fee Optional Donation Name _______________________________________ Phone Number ______________________ Mailing Address ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ Email Address: _______________________________ I consent to receiving notifications from NSCA Please Mail to: North Shuswap Community Association 5456 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy, Celista, B.C. V0E 1M6

Call 9-1-1 for EMERGENCIES Fire - Police - Ambulance

36

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Letters to the Editor Meeting with CSRD March 19

Bringing U-Haul to the North Shuswap

northshuswapstorageresort.webs.com 1337 Cardy Drive, S cotch Creek

Day 6 of Homeschooling: My child just said “I hope I don’t have the same teacher next year.”

I’m offended

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District is an instrument created to assess and help communities in need of services, amongst other functions. The CSRD board was presented with much information and clarification regarding the health needs of the North Shuswap community and how they (the resident community) have strived to help themselves in providing these services on their own volition.

Initially it seemed, that the board understood the challenges faced by this community and were sympathetic to their plight.

However, one of the directors was quite adamant that they would be 'setting a precedent' if CSRD helped.

And it seemed a number of the directors got swayed by this argument, so much so that they wanted to have an outside consultant to assess the situation. I found this suggestion amusing because the consultant would come to us to determine our situation and other rural facilities that are having similar difficulties. And we would be giving them the same information our board presented to the directors.

What this means is that the directors could not digest the information given to them. They need a consultant to explain the situation to them. There was a physician (myself) in the gallery and our treasurer but they had no pertinent questions for us to clarify any questions they had. Instead they worried about 'setting a precedent'. What good can be been done to society, if the CSRD is afraid of setting new temporary precedents? It is always easy to hide behind rules, but rules are guidelines, unfortunate-

ly a few of the board members did not get this.

This clinic has been run by volunteers and financial sacrifices have been made by the community, in trying to keep health care close to home, and for one of the directors to flippantly say that everybody is on the Trans Canada highway and being 1/2 hour from a facility should not be considered an inconvenience. Unfortunately, he does not know the geography of the North Shuswap and what the roads are like, to the community of Seymour Arm and the rest of the communities of the north shore. Perhaps he should come over and drive to these communities, before mouthing off. For his information we are not on the Trans Canada as he mentioned.

It is indeed fortunate, that he and some of the directors, have readily accessible health care. I hope that they do not have to experience the immense angst of our people in the North Shuswap for perhaps losing their health care facility.

You, who were elected by the people, seem to know very little about them. And in spite of all the presentations by our clinic manager, information supplied by our board and residents, some of you have conveniently forgotten this information or ignored it (except to give lip service by being sympathetic' to our cause). But when you bandy the words such as 'setting a precedent' you are both demeaning and insulting to your fellow Canadians in need. I hope you all are happy with your decision.

I thank the directors who supported our quest and who understood our plight. You (Continued on page 37)

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

37

Letters to the Editor (Continued from page 36)

could have made a huge difference if you had agreed to the funding for 2-3 years until the clinic becomes self sustaining. But most of the directors could not see this. You stonewalled/killed a very important request, which would have benefited many elderly Canadians in accessing health care closer to home.

By the way, do not waste our taxpayer money on useless consultants, please.

In service of the NS community, Dinesh Mistry

Open letter to CSRD Chairperson Mr. K. Flynn When first hearing that The CSRD gave a positive response to funding the North Shuswap Health Centre at your budget meeting and that you then scheduled a presentation seeking more details - We thought great, this will be a "no brainer" and the CSRD will approve a referendum seeking $20 per year per household.

We were appalled to read that CSRD directors turned it down. Furthermore, that they did not ask one question about this extensive presentation, leaving the impression that they had pre-determined the outcome!

Sadly, it appears bureaucratic buck-passing and a lack of creativity has intervened with what seems to be more of an excuse than a reason. Other communities have, "implemented funding revenue" for health delivery services.

In many ways the North Shuswap should receive

similar special consideration as Lasqueti Island in that we only have one way (a long secondary road) into our larger and more widely distributed rural community.

If you are concerned that this might detract from the allocation of economic resources-a robust Health Centre is essential for strong economic development!

We would be extremely pleased to pay an additional $20/year to ensure The North Shuswap Health Centre remains viable. In fact, we would be happy to pay twenty times that!

Please be encouraged to find some way that ensures we retain this most effective and extremely efficient asset to our community.

We trust you will do so.

Sincerely, Bill and Sandra Huxley, Anglemont

GOT SOMETHING TO SAY? Submit your Letters to the Editor by: email: editorial@kicker.ca or message us on Facebook www.facbook.com/shuswapkicker

Decks, Garages, Sheds, Gazebos, Pergolas and Railings

250-319-2903 free estimates available | dalgleish_b@hotmail.ca

38

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Lions Club News

By Ted Danyluk North Shuswap Lions Club is organizing a project to sew personal masks for people in the North Shuswap.

The plan is to have up to 1000 masks produced by local sewers and make to available to local residents. We will ask for a donation of $3 per mask and all funds received will be given to the North Shuswap Health Centre Society. Once the masks are completed, we will use social media to advertise the distribution points and when they will be available.

The North Shuswap Lions held their Annual General Meeting elections by way of email from April 1April 6. Elected to form the 2020- 2021 Board of Directors are President-Tom Price, Vice-President-Brian Knipstrom, Treasurer-Marlene Kergan, Recording Secretary -Dianne Fisher, Reporting Secretary-Chuck Fisher, Director (Two Years)-Mark Lagore, Director (One Year) -Ellen Little and Gerry Shea, Past President-Ted Danyluk.

The Captains Village Marina "On The Water” Poker Run that is cosponsored with the North Shuswap Lions is cancelled for this year due to the COVID 19 pandemic. This would have been the 27th year for this event. It was a difficult decision for the folks at the Marina to make, but it would have been tough, almost impossible, to maintain social distancing

for all aspects of the Poker Run, the present downturn in the economy would make it difficult for sponsors wanting to make a donation towards the event, and the fact that several hundred people are involved. Thank you to Anglemont Marina, Meadow Creek Properties Park Association, North Shuswap First Responders, North Shuswap Community Association, Lakeview Centre and the North Shuswap Elementary School PAC for offering to help with this year’s event; we look forward to your participation next year.

Due to the popularity of the Sycamore Trio performance that our Club sponsored with Celista Winery last fall we are planning for the 2nd Annual performance to be held on Saturday, September 5. This year’s recital will be by the Sycamore Quartet. More information will be forthcoming as we get closer to the date. In 2019 we had a trio, in 2020 we will have a quartet, by 2067 we will have a full symphony.

During these difficult times here are six ways for you to practice self-care and stay healthy, *focus on your physical health *eat healthy *keep in touch with others *set a routine that includes a time to recharge *take a break from the news *practice Safe Six

I ^on’t think [nyon_ _xp_]t_^ th[t wh_n w_ ]h[ng_^ th_ ]lo]ks w_’^ go from St[n^[r^ Tim_ to th_ Twilight Zon_!

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

Chase and District Fish and Game

By Helen Dalin Well it has been quite a 2020 year so far. The CDFGC is very thankful we were able to get our annual banquet completed before everything was shut down.

We do have some general information that we need to get out. Of course, Covid-19 has interfered with some of our spring and summer plans.

Please read the following to see what has changed. *Annual 3D Shoot has been cancelled *May Family and Friends Fishing Weekend has been postponed till further notice *Leslie and Walt Koshynsky have postponed any PAL and CORE courses. They will notify us when they will be holding the next ones. *BCWF Convention has been cancelled for this year *Trap and Skeet practices have been postponed till further notice. Helen and William will let members know when they will be holding them again. *Monthly meetings have been cancelled until September. *There will be no Open House this year. *It will be some time before the pistol pit will be able to be finished because of restrictions.

But we do have some good news for members. The range will remain open for family members to use. There are no large groups allowed. After careful consideration, it was decided that members will be responsible to maintain social distancing while using the range, and take responsibility for hand washing and use of sanitizers while doing so.

The club house will remain closed.

As most of the members know, our Chase Fish and Game Range is on private property and I have had a concern from our landlord about accessing it at the moment. For members who are wanting to use the Range from now till the snow goes and the road dries up, please be aware the frost is just now coming out of the ground and to be cautious of not leaving deep ruts as you drive in. If possible, till the road dries up, it would be awesome if you could just park by the gate and walk in.

Memberships can be downloaded from our CDFGC.ca website and mailed in with monies. Your membership card will be mailed out to you. Millers Pet Vault is still open Tues, Wed, Thurs for a few hours and you can drop off memberships there still, but fastest and best way is to mail your application. If you need an orientation, you can contact Joe Wallin 250-833-2599 to make arrangements. You must be paid up on your membership to get an orientation.

39

40

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY Anglemont and Surrounding Area

By Denise Meier Spring has arrived in Anglemont. It is wonderful to see the wildlife return, the buds opening on the trees, and the little shoots coming up from the ground, as well as our snowbird residents having returned from their winter hide-a-ways.

This spring is one like no other before in my lifetime, and probably for many of you as well. New norms, social distancing and certainly a little fear mingled with all of the warmth, extra sunshine, and awakening going on around us.

The new normal in 2020 means the Lakeview Community Centre is closed until such time as the BC Health Minister lifts the bans on non-essential services. This means all events that were planned for this spring are cancelled including our monthly breakfasts, Coffee

Houses, and The North Shuswap Players spring production. Our gardens will be fantastic!

The LCCS board held its monthly meeting in April online using Google Duo. This also is part of the new normal, even for people in such close proximity. Think of the gas we could have been saving instead of driving to meetings.

The LCCS has provided several wonderful programs over the years to benefit the residents of Anglemont as well as the North Shuswap recreationally, culturally and socially. Our beautiful facility is supported by fundraising events which are not possible this spring or possibly longer.

At this time, the LCCS would like to remind all 2019 members that their 2020 dues are due. We would also like to in-

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

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

MAY 2020

Ticks Most Likely to Bite in the Spring

By Jo Anne Malpass against tick and insect bites, With the warm, dry walk on cleared trails wherweather there have been re- ever possible, wear light colports of ticks in the Shuswap. oured clothing so you can According to the BC see ticks, tuck your top into Centre for Disease Control, your pants and your pants ticks are tiny bugs about the into your boots or socks, and size of sesame seeds, that put on insect repellent confeed on blood. The ticks in taining DEET or Icaridin and BC prefer to get their blood reapply frequently. meal from rodents When leaving and small animals. an area where ticks Sometimes a tick may be found: will bite a person Take a bath or accidentally instead shower to remove of biting an animal. loosely attached While most tick ticks. bites do not result Check your entire in disease, some do. body for attached Ticks live in tall ticks. Have somegrass and forest- Left: Adult female Ixodes one help you ed areas and atpacificus after blood meal check hard-to-see tach to people or Right: Adult female Ixodes areas. animals as they pacificus before blood meal Check children, pass by. Ticks pets and outdoor burrow part way into the gear. skin, bite, draw blood, and Put clothing in a hot dryer then drop off. Ticks can be for 10 minutes to kill any found year-round, but they remaining ticks. are most likely to bite in the Remove the tick right away spring (from March to June). (if possible, wear disposable Lyme disease is the most gloves). common tick-borne disease The most important thing in BC and North America. is to make sure that you reUnlike in eastern Canada, the move all the tick, including rate of Lyme disease has the mouth parts that maybe remained low in BC. The buried in your skin. Also, do infection is preventable by not squeeze the body of the avoiding tick bites and retick when you are removing moving attached ticks early. it. This can force its stomach Early diagnosis and antibicontents into the wound and otic treatment are important increase the chance of infecbecause Lyme disease can tion. lead to serious complications Use tweezers or forceps to if left untreated. gently get hold of the tick as Ixodes ticks are distribut- close to the skin as possible. ed throughout BC. However, Don't touch the tick with most ticks that carry Lyme your hands. disease are found in southWithout squeezing the tick, western BC, including Vansteadily lift it straight off the couver Island, the Gulf Isskin. Avoid jerking it out. lands, the Sunshine Coast, Try to make sure that all the Greater Vancouver, and the tick is removed.

Fraser Valley. In BC, less than 1 percent of ticks tested Then, clean the bite area with soap and water and disinfect carry the bacteria B. burgdorferi that cause Lyme with antiseptic cream. Wash your hands with soap and disease. water.

To protect yourself

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

41

42

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Resources at Shuswap Libraries

www.teamequipment.ca EXCAVATORS

PACKERS

SKID STEER LOADERS POST POUNDERS

250-679-3339 1-877-679-3339 Chase, BC

250-955-6292 shuswaphandyman@gmail.com www.shuswaphandyman.com

Experts in Renovation Small & Big Projects FULLY INSURED  FREE ESTIMATES LOCAL  REFERENCES

DONALD DAVIS, OWNER CHASE BC

CARPET ♦ U

♦A

R

250-851-8556 ,

,

quickdrychase@gmail.com Find us on @quickdrychase

Submitted by Teresa Wiebe South Shuswap Library Even though our doors are closed, the Library is here to help you. You can still access all our great online resources at your fingertips from home!

Download the LIBBY App (from Google Play or the AppStore) and browse through our wonderful selection of ebooks and eaudiobooks. Browse movies, newspapers, music and magazines online through our resources like Kanopy, Press Reader, Naxos and RB Digital. We have virtual story times, S.T.E.A.M. learning available through our YouTube channel, math practice and games, read-alongs, access to graphic novels and ebooks and eaudibooks for kids.

Learn a new language through Rosetta Stone, search your family’s history through Ancestry. These are just some of our wonderful resources to access while we are closed!

If you are not a member of the Library, you can sign up for free on the website. www.orl.bc.ca WiFi is available outside the Shuswap Branches from 6:30 am - 9:00 pm. Go to your WiFi setting on your device, select ORL and accept the terms of the agreement.

For those of you who currently have items out, there will be no overdue fees and don’t “worry” about holding onto your items until we reopen.

We hope to be back soon, until then stay safe and healthy!

Resources at Chase Library Media Release The Chase Library is offering a variety of digital resources for the people in the Shuswap area. We have family fun activities, digital access to magazines and books, a list of external resources and so much more.

There are many ways to connect with us; tnrl.ca website, Thompson-Nicola Regional Library Facebook page and our new blog, tnrlblog.wordpress.com If you need help with your account or just have a question, email us at questions@tnrd.ca Effective immediately, you can now get a library card online at www.tnrl.ca! When you register you will get access to all of TNRL’s digital content, including: our extensive collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, material for kids through Tumblebooks, Sesame Street eBooks and Scienceflix, digital magazines and newspapers, popular databases such as Lynda.com, Rocket Languages, Novelist, Small Engine Repair, and

more!

To register for your card, simply visit the Library's website and click 'get a library card online'.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library plays an important role ensuring that everyone in the region has access to the Internet, so we now offer 24/7 WiFi outside any one of TNRL's 13 branches.

"Many of our patrons rely on the library for their connectivity. We want to support all residents in the TNRD with combatting social isolation and ensure that they have ready access to information and the means to communicate with others. While our library buildings are closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the public can stay connected just outside our doors!" says Judy Moore, Chief Librarian.

The signal strength may differ for each site, but is generally available from the parking lot area and/or near the building.

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

43

School News

By Jan Penner On behalf of the staff of North Shuswap School, I would like to thank the parents and students for the great job you are all doing of making the best of the present situation. Patience, understanding and cooperation are the words we are all living by. I personally have had nothing but positive comments and feedback from my parents. Thank-you.

Many teachers have been using online communication platforms for a few weeks now. The age of the students tends to dictate the extent of the use of technology. Younger students who may not be as adept at maneuvering through sign-ins and programs are not being expected to use devices as much as older students, who are familiar with many programs such as TEAMS, ZOOM and Google Classroom, and are simply extending what they were already using in classes.

Teachers understand and are mindful of the stresses felt by parents and students and are presenting Home Learning Opportunities as

respectfully as possible. Teachers are also doing their best to respond to questions and concerns as quickly and positively as possible.

For many of us, teachers, parents and students, COVID-19 has meant we have jumped in the deep end of the technology pool. We might be swimming happily, dog-paddling, reaching for life preservers, or climbing out to look for shallower waters. Whatever our capabilities, we are all learning and supporting each other.

With the continuation of this cooperative, respectful attitude, we will get through this trying time and be stronger for the experience.

Go Cougars! *The health and wellness of the members of our school community are the top priority for all of us. If you require assistance with things such as food supplies or support for mental wellbeing, please contact the school. There are resources available and the District is happy to help wherever possible.

• • • • • • • • •

New Construction Additions/Upgrades Interior/Exterior Renovations Foundations & Framing Custom Timber Work Decks Garages & Workshops Custom Design Construction Management LICENSED & INSURED

Over 20 years in the building industry Call to discuss your residential or commercial project today JEREMY HANSON 250-299-7745 kazwell@hotmail.ca kazwellbuilders.ca

Boat Launches Open, Boating-Related Travel Discouraged CSRD Release Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) boat launches remain open at this time for the use of Shuswap residents as long as physical distancing requirements are respected and public safety is maintained.

The CSRD is taking direction from Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC's Chief Medical Health Officer, and other provincial ministries regarding the operation of all parks, trails and recreational facilities. Currently, there has been no recommendation made to restrict boating access for recreational purposes.

That being said, Federal and Provincial leaders, as well as Medical Health Officers, are asking people to avoid all nonessential travel, which includes coming into the Columbia Shuswap Regional District to go boating. Travelling to other neighbouring communities to go boating is also not complying with the recommendations designed to keep citizens as safe as

possible during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Please help us avoid putting a strain on resources like our First Responders, health-care providers and our Search & Rescue groups, who are also trying to keep their members safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. While it might be tempting to travel, the best choice continues to be stay at home, stay safe – and help keep those around you safe as well.

Most CSRD boat launches on Shuswap and Mara Lakes are open including Magna Bay.

44

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

What's Sprouting Up in the Garden?

Mother Nature’s Pharmacy

Opening date is very uncertain; watch for posters and check on the website Please, no drop-off items yet

By Rachelle Horvath fungus and excellent on yeast infections.

Horvath’s Herb & Friendship Garden It also reduces inflammation with skin You would be surprised to find all the disorders like eczema Chamomile is plants in your yard that once were a part commonly used to assist in sleep and of daily consumption and a healthful relaxing. Even works wonders on plants life. I was fortunate enough to grow up during the damp months when fungus with caregivers who used and practiced appears. When my Rosemary is sufferwith most of these plants and funing from mildew, I steep chamomile over gi. Where you step is where most of the night, and then spray the leaves with the healing plants will be found. tea twice a day. Usually only Cottonwood buds, those takes two days to see it gone. sticky little buds that attach to Those all dreaded Dandelions everything as their coating that gardeners spend so much drops from the tender new time attempting to eradicate leaves, contain anti have been used since ancient inflammatory, anti-fungal and times. Blood purifier and Liver antimicrobial properties as well Cottonwood Buds cleanser. Contains minerals, as being a fever reducer. When iron, zinc, boron, calcium, siliprepared in a good quality oil, the cotton- con, vitamins A, B, C, K and E as well as wood bud oil can be turned into a wonmagnesium. This little gem’s roots imderful salve called Gilead. This resin prove blood and immune system. Tests brings relief to general muscle pains and have proven when Dandelion root extract strains. Arthritis is said to be relieved is placed in a test tube, it has the capacity quickly with this salve. Cold sores to slow the growth of cancer cells in liv(herpes) and Shingles don’t stand a er, colon and pancreas tissues Dandelion chance against the healing properties in has the opposite effect of the chemo and the resin of these buds. Apply the resin it replenishes the body. It strengthens the straight from the buds or from the oil immune system and only kills the distincture. It will bring great relief eased cells. from the itching pain of the 1 cup of dandelion leaves conflare up. These little beauties tain 100% of vitamin A daican be prepared with 100% ly requirements. They help proof alcohol as well to create a maintain eyesight and skin agpowerful tincture. Bees get ing. Full of antioxidants that Stinging Nettles help with anemia. Leaves are a their propolis from these very trees, doing it this way, you’re wonderful addition to salads. eliminating the middleman (bee).

Dried product can be added to soups and Pineapple weed or chamomile, you stew in the wintertime. The root can be will definitely find in your driveway or dried and made into a hot beverage. pathways. This amazing little plant is Stinging Nettles, the young tender high in flavonoids, It's an anti fungal and shoots are delicious boiled and eaten anti-inflammatory. If you were a child of much like spinach. Add to soups and mine and happened to get pink eye stews. They can also be eaten raw. The (conjunctivitis) you would find yourself best way to remove the stinging spines is sitting with a teabag of chamomile on by rubbing them in between two tea towyour eyes. Amazing little healer of foot (Continued on page 45)

North Shuswap Christian Fellowship

CHURCH LISTINGS

Shuswap spring wildflowers painted on our altar

St. DavidÊs by the Lake on the highway in Celista Sadly, you aren’t able to see the altar flowers for a while yet.

But you can enjoy God’s beautiful display of wildflowers outside; and give thanks Due to the seriousness of the COVID 19 virus, we must continue to suspend church services for an undetermined time.

PRAYERS FOR ALL For service updates, or to make prayer requests, contact us at worship@stdavidschurch.info phone: 955-6467 or 679-8208

Visit our website:

www.stdavidschurch.info Thrift Shop News •

•

4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek St. David’s by-the-Lake 250-955-2545 Anglican/United Church Pastor Scott Ross 5518 S-A Rd, Celista scott.daniel.ross@gmail.com www.stdavidschurch.info @NorthShuswapChristianRev Brian Smith Fellowship

Catholic Services Our Lady of the Lake Blind Bay Blessed Sacrament Chase

Shuswap Community Church - Sorrento Campus At Sorrento Memorial Hall 1159 Passchendale Rd. 250.835.4004

Sorrento Evangelical Free Church Cedar Heights Community Hall Pastor Tim Hill 250-304-7578

MAY 2020

the ideal way to consume this els. Nettles are very nutritious, Omega 3 wonder. Consumption containing Vitamins A, C, K, B of foods high in omega 3 fatty as well as high in proacids reduces the risk of heart tein. Packed full of Minerals, disease as well as stroke. Helps calcium, iron, magnesiin brain function um, phosphorus, potasUsnea, known as old sium and sodium. High man’s beard / witch’s in antioxidants. This hair, is popular for its little powerhouse aids antibacterial properties. in the treatment of hay The lichen can kill bacfever, blocking histateria that are found in the mine receptors and digestive tract. Studies stopping immune cells have shown that it kills Plantain weed all bacteria in the gut from releasing chemicals that trigger allerand leaves the beneficial gies. bacteria behind. It is very effecPlantain Weeds are probative against the streptococcus bly more nutritious then most of strain of bacteria. This herb the greens we are purchasing and helps in clearing viruses from the growing today. The young lungs as well as having antifunleaves can be eaten in sandwich- gal properties. Candida is not a es and salads. The older leaves fan of this antibacterial. This can be cooked, and the flavor is herb can be used internally and much like Swiss chard. The topically. Can always find a seeds can be collected and preparation of old man’s beard ground into flour and used as and apple cider vinegar in my you would regular flours. fridge. 1 tablespoon twice a day Very rich in Vitamin A, C to keep that Candida yeast away. and K, the plantain has been If you’re finding seasonal allerused as topical agents gies are causing some in poultices and lotions mucus, a nice cup of for treating insect bites, tea will ease that away. poison ivy, rashes, blisThese are just seven of the plants that you can ters, and burns. The find in this area. Be leaves can be mashed and heated to create a Pineapple Weed sure if you are gathering these herbs and poultice and placed on swollen joints and strained mus- plants that you are taking from cles. Plantain tea is a wonderful an area that is not known for soother for sore throats, coughs, chemical treatments such as pesbronchitis and mouth sores. This ticides and herbicides. As our world is changing, it reminds me plant has anti-inflammatory efof the importance of the ability fects and are rich in the flavoto be self sufficient. As the warm noid allantoin, which promotes weather has arrived, all the tenhealing of injured skin der shoots have begun to pop up. cells. This plant comes in two forms - a long skinny leaf and a It’s harvest time for me as I preround broad leaf. Easy to distin- pare for winter storage. Teas and guish with its 5 ribs in each of its dried herb will fill the pantry shelves. leaves. My mother called this I strongly suggest if you’re one Nature’s Band-aid.

Purslane is a succulent that looking to understand and learn contains a high amount of omega more about the edible and medi3 fatty acids.100 grams of fresh cal plants in Canada, purchase or research some field guides such purslane provide about 350 mg as Peterson Field Guides Westof a-linolenic acid. More than ern Medicinal Plants and Herbs many fish contain. It is rich in or Partners Publishing Edible & dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, B complex vitamins like ribofla- Medicinal Plants of Canada. This vin, niacin, and carotenoids and is a time of free education, so minerals. Fresh leaves and stems research and have fun learning about all the amazing plants in can be cooked at low temperaour area that can be an added ture to keep the majority of the nutrients. Eaten raw and used in benefit to your healthful lifestyle. salads and as vegetable juice is (Continued from page 44)

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

45

46

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

NORTH SHUSWAP

• Doctors in the Clinic - Call the

Proud Supporter of the Community 825 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC

• • • •

Cosmetics & Skincare Pharmacy Fresh Meat & Produce Dairy Goods

PHARMACHOICE FOOD AND DRUG IS OFFERING FREE DELIVERY FOR CHASE & DISTRICT.

During these uncertain times, Pharmachoice Food and Drug would like to offer delivery for our community to help in self distancing.

Please call 250-679-3553 and ask to place a delivery order before 1pm - Monday to Friday.

Health Centre at 250-955-0660 or follow northshuswaphealth Facebook page for updates and availability of doctors to accept phone visits.

• Shuswap Better at Home - help for seniors living independently with supports such as grocery shopping and delivery, prescription, food bank/meals program pick up and delivery, check-in phone calls and other local support and referrals. Assistance or info, contact Central Intake. 250253-2749 or sbahintake@outlook.com.

• North Shuswap Roadside Clean -up - Month of May. Choose your designated section of the highway, contact Charlotte to register at 250- 517-8329. Show your Shuswap Pride! Organized by NS Chamber of Commerce.

• North Shuswap Chamber Meeting Meetings will be held via the web. Next meeting to be held on Monday May 25, 6:30pm. FMI info@northshuswapbc.com • CSRD - office closed. Answering phone calls & emails. Fire departments are responding to 911 calls. Transfer & recycling stations remain open. Playgrounds, vault toilets in CSRD parks closed.

Grants-in-aid suspended. For up-

NorthShuswapEvents

dates, www.csrd.bc.ca SOUTH SHUSWAP • Copper Island Health Clinic Call 250-675-3661 or www.sshss.ca for updated information. Copper Island Wellness Centre, Blind Bay Marketplace CHASE & AREA • Village of Chase - All Village facilities closed to the public. Still providing services including water, sewer and garbage collection.

Call 250.679.3238 or email chase@chasebc.ca • Chase Food Bank - remains open, in need of donations. Call 250-682-6155 to offer or receive support.

• Chase Medical Clinic - Call 250679-1420 to book telephone or video appointment.

SALMON ARM & AREA • Village of Chase - All Village facilities closed to the public. Still providing services including water, sewer and garbage collection.

Call 250.679.3238 or email chase@chasebc.ca • Chase Food Bank - remains open, in need of donations. Call 250-682-6155 to offer or receive support.

• Sascu Online AGM - Tues. May 5, 11:30am. go to sascu.com/ AGM for the link and instructions to login.

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

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

We look forward to growing our business in the community by providing more options and deals for our valued customers.

Chase Pharmacy 250-679-8611 Mon to Sat 9am - 6pm Sun & Holidays 10am-4pm

Chase Grocery 250-679-3553 7 days a week 8am - 8pm

Scotch Creek 250-955-0601 Mon to Sat 9am - 5:30pm Closed Sundays

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

Email details to editorial@kicker.ca Please keep it brief - no more than 50 words. * Name of event * Date/ me/pla orm (ie. zoom, gotomee ing, webex, messenger etc.) * Contact info DEADLINE to submit: Monday May 25th June Kicker delivers Friday June 5th

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

47

ART IN THE TIME OF PANDEMIC

By Larissa Lutjen long lost twin, is at the printers and If Shakespeare wrote King Lear dur- will be ready to sell soon. With the ing a plague, it does put some pressure “world on pause” she found herself on the rest of us to make good use of going back through a book that was this period of social distancing. But is finished but which she has been this a realistic expectation? Is this time polishing, making small changes, of stress and uncertainty conducive to because she suddenly had extra creativity? Several local artists are deal- time on her hands.

Long time Shuswap artist, now ing with disruptions from the cancellaKamloops resident, Patrick Hughes, tion of public events and the requirehad been scheduled to be part of an ment to stay home. Some are keeping busy and trying out new things. Still oth- exhibit at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery called, THE ers are concentrating on FORECAST. With the day to day activities to delay he has had stay centred during a more time to work stressful time.

'Canaries in a Coal Mine' on his installation tiJanis Smith, a local

by Patrick Hughes tled 'Canaries in the professional photograsome mandolin duets.

Coal Mine'. In some pher, has seen her Fellow mandolinist and local musiways he reports that his planned spring itinerary cian Monique Nikl has also been keepdays have not changed of work up-ended. In ading busy. She reports that she has been greatly as he still dition, several summer sewing masks for Sew the Curve Kamspends a lot of time weddings, which she has loops and has also found time to finish walking and taking phobeen hired to shoot, may up some wood carvings, start a new tos. Riffing on the 'King or may not go ahead. quilt, and practice three instruments: Lear' pandemic theme, With the extra time, she the banjo, mandolin and U-bass, which he decided to “paint has been catching up on is a bass ukulele.

King Lear” so that, as editing photos and makChuck St. John Nancy Parkinson, who prepares and he joked, in 400 years ing costumes for future 'glass ice' sculpture choreographs dances for her bi-weekly people will be able to projects. Unfortunately, Nia classes, held at the Celista Hall, has say, “Well you know Patrick Hughes with this being the 'ugly time' of year been reading, doing jigsaw and Sudoku she hasn't been spending a lot of time painted King Lear during a pandemic!” puzzles, and making soup as she waits Local musician and actor Jude Bastaking landscape photos, but she plans to be able to resume classes. She detien was vacationing in Mexico when to get out soon, providing she can stay scribed how she had to resist the Canadians were told to return home clear of fellow nature enthusiasts. “should dance” of unrealistic expectaimmediately. In the Puerto Vallarta airLee Creek glass artist Chuck St. tions for productivity. Another creative John reports that he is experiencing the port, she said it was as if the airline she local agreed that she has likewise been had flown down on had disappeared slowest period in his 35 year career. using her time to do a deep clean of her but by some miracle her fellow traveller Usually by this time of year he is busy house and improve her on-line skills. noticed a handwritten sign that read with commissions for items such as The silver lining, she suggested has 'Vancouver'. The custom glass walls, etched windows been “giving people time for and doors, shower deck railings, floor to plane in question was family and reflection”. already preparing to ceiling shower walls and stained glass Interestingly, many artists take off and they had windows. The extra time has allowed and creative people are no to run like mad to him to spend more time on some smallstrangers to long periods of catch it, barely maker sculptural works, including 'glass ice' isolation and solitude. In ing it onto the flight. sculptures that include solar powered some ways the rest of the Arriving in British CoLED lights, although he admits he has- lumbia was a surreal world is now experiencing n't found the pandemic itself to be par- experience, she relatthe 'life of an artist' with periticularly inspiring. ods of enhanced productivity ed, as there was no Celista writer Deanna Kawatski had time to prepare for a and stretches of domestic been looking forward to her 100th pub- long quarantine. Howdowntime. As the containlic reading which was scheduled for mid ever once home, she ment measures continue the -May at the Stewart Library, but which importance of creative outspent her 17 days in lets, periods of quiet introwill now be rescheduled. Her latest complete isolation spection, and appreciating book, a Young Adult novel called staying active by dothe creations of the artists in “Magda's Odyssey,” about a spirited ing jumping jacks, Deanna Kawatski's new book, our midst will continue to teen and her terrier who set out on a learning two new Artwork by Natalia Kawatski. resonate. cross country adventure to find Magda's songs and practising

48

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

Contact Us at The

ICKER

7320 Estate Place, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8

INGREDIENTS

Phone: 250-955-0534 Web: www.kicker.ca

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil • 1 onion, chopped • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed • • • •

Sr. Publisher: Jan Wojciechowski Publisher: Tracy Wojciechowski Editor/Writer: Jo Anne Malpass Writer: Jan Penner Writer: Larissa Lutjen Advertising/Publishing Assistant: Ali Maki Advertising: Cindy Korchinski & Catalina Montgomery Classifieds & Advertising: Lena Whittaker

and drained 5 eggs, beaten 3 cups shredded Muenster cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Lightly grease a 9 inch pie pan.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft. Stir in spinach and continue cooking until excess moisture has evaporated.

3. In a large bowl, combine eggs, cheese, salt and pepper. Add spinach mixture and stir to blend. Scoop into prepared pie pan.

4. Bake in preheated oven until eggs have set, about 30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

APPRECIATION

DISPLAY ADVERTISING

May 20 & June 17

EDITORIAL & CLASSIFIED

May 24 & June 21

DELIVERY

Jun 5 & July 3

BEAUTIFUL BREAKFAST CANDY CHARMING CHERISH COMFORT

Got a favourite recipe you would like to share?

Email it to kicker@kicker.ca

LAUGHTER LOVE MATERNAL MOM MOTHER NURTURE

DEVOTED

PERFUME PROTECTIVE

FLOWERS FORGIVING

SHARE SPECIAL

GIFTS GUIDANCE HEART HUGS JOY KISSES

DID YOU KNOW …. Five Fun Facts of

TENDER THE BEST THOUGHTFUL WARM WISE

EMAIL CONTACT INFO Advertising: advertising@kicker.ca Classifieds: classifieds@kicker.ca Editorial: editorial@kicker.ca General Inquires: kicker@kicker.ca Subscriptions: $60.00/yr (+gst) Drop boxes: Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Supermarket - Celista, Ross Creek Store - Magna Bay or 7320 Estate Place - Anglemont. @shuswapkicker @shuswapkickerscoop #shuswapkickerscoop

N L A N R E T A M P D O H I Z

Q S P E C I A L N H U G S T I

B E P R E T H G U A L F I H S

R H R B V R I N U R T U R E H

E A E E O G U I D A N C E B A

A V C A L Z F V N M O T H E R

K I I U R E S I W H C L C S E

F K A T Q T K G Q W A R M T D

A Y T I C H A R M I N G O P N

S J I F D E V O T E D Y M J E

T H O U G H T F U L Y X X W T

F K N L Z T R O F M O C Y V L

I D K I S S E S R E W O L F V

G I M E M U F R E P J G Q L D

S Q L C P X S U U G G C M D Q

Motherhood (1) What you eat during pregnancy can affect your baby’s weight for life (2) The probability to be pregnant with a twin is 1 in 33 women, and 1 in 539 women can have triplets or other multiple births (3) Your brain grows physically during pregnancy and after delivery (3) A pregnant woman’s brain receives cells from the fetus, and a baby’s DNA can show inside the mother’s brain; both exchange cells through their connection with the placenta (5) A mother’s heart enlarges during pregnancy, and it starts beating harder in order to pump more blood into her carrying body.

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

49

50

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020 1

2

3

4

5

14

ACROSS 1. Backside 5. A habit worn by clerics 10. Skilled 14. Prohibits 15. Soup server 16. Tall woody plant 17. Alteration 19. A dog wags one 20. Not near 21. Roasters 22. Impudent 23. Latticework 25. Long stories 27. Hankering 28. Breathing devices for swimming 31. Bongos 34. Comportments 35. Tear 36. Sharpen 37. A Eurasian aromatic

herb 38. City in Peru 39. American Dental Association 40. Journeys 41. Leaky 42. Sparrow hawks 44. G 45. A sharp curve 46. Cyber-terrorists 50. Hoax 52. Characteristic 54. 7 in Roman numerals 55. Lantern 56. Blushing 58. Curved molding 59. Puke 60. Constellation bear 61. Walk in water 62. Not full 63. One who colours cloth

18

20

21

8

9

10

28

32

29

33

25

28

43

30

48

49

35

37

42

29

26

34

43

13

22

27

39

12

19

26

36

11

16

24

23

38

40

41

51

45

50

7

15

17

31

6

53

51

52

44

46

47

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

61

62

63

DOWN 1. To the rear 2. Radiolocation 3. Type of drum 4. Clairvoyant's gift 5. A ketone in Vitamin B2 6. Charges per unit 7. Norse god 8. Proximity 9. Cognizance 10. Assault 11. A small restaurant 12. Wreaths 13. Evasive

18. Metalwares 22. Knights 24. An acute inflammatory disease 26. Small horse 28. Settles 29. Not stiff 30. Neuter 31. East Indian tree 32. Was a passenger 33. Brazen 34. Whirlpool 37. Journey 38. Scallion

Puzzle 1 - Easy

40. Stepped 41. Religious splinter groups 43. A small hairpiece 44. Merriment 46. Ritual 47. Each and all 48. Dentist's direction 49. Indian instrument 50. Current 51. Indian music 53. Backside 56. Night before 57. Re-chewed food Puzzle 1 - Medium

Answers on page 54

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

51

Sorrento Health Centre – 250 803-5251 Sorrento Health Centre Society – Marilyn Clark, 250675-2449 After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Regular hours 250-832-8194 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 0981 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Rob MacDuff at 250-505Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-682-3094 2781 Lions Club.. Pat Anderson 250-955-2432 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown Notch Hill Cemetery Society - Louise 250-253-5776 250.515.3276 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 AWE Society.. email: awesociety7@gmail.com. Baseball Club.. Melissa Bischoff.. NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or mellybischoff@yahoo.ca Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Blind Bay Garden Club…Susan 250-835-2351 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-955-6279 NS Elementary School.. Paul Rosman 250-955-2214 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NS Players.. Judy Weller 250-955-0744 North Shuswap - Angela Lagore 250-320-2012 Okanagan Regional Library..

South Shuswap - Karen Brown 250-515-0002 North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-955-8198 Chase - 250-679-8432 South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019 Parents Advisory Committee.. Sabrina Beyerly 250-955COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS 2214 Lakeview Community Centre Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 ♦Hall Bookings ..Jim Dingeldein 250-682-6235 NS Community Association.. Pat Bauer 250-955-6463 RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION ♦Hall Bookings – Kim Morgan 403-819-0863 Anglemont Magna Bay - Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833Scotch Creek - Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 7610 Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA) – St. Ives - Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 School District # 83 Trustee Marty Gibbons Barry Stokes, 250-675-3306 mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca Country Kids Play School.. Alanna Stearns 250-679Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott, 250-3073005 4360, seymoursledding@gmail.com Country Gardens Garden Club.. Chris Trueman Shuswap Community Foundation .. 250-832-5428 250-955-6467 www.shuswapfoundation.ca CRIMESTOPPERS.. 1-800-222-8477 Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Crowfoot Snowmobile Club.. 250-682-3350 Cooperman CSRD - Area F Director.. Jay Simpson – 250-517-9578 250-679-3693 FIRE DEPARTMENTS Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Anglemont - Graham Lucas - 250-318-7157 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 1-866-293-3851 Celista - Roy Philips - 250-804-3349 www.slams.ca Scotch Creek/Lee Creek - Colton Barker 250-253-2020 Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Skwlax - Keith Power - 250-679-4472 Sharon 250-832-4588 Fire Services Coordinator - Sean Coubrough, 250-833Shuswap Rock Club.. Pat or Gail Bowden 250-675-2849 5955 Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com/ FIRST RESPONDERS https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ NS First Responders Phyllis Shrum 250-955-2949 Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles NS First Responder Society.. Catherine McCrea cm.nsbc@gmail.com 250-803-1095, shuswapvsar.org SS First Responders.. Debbie Edwards - email: Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) backacher@telus.net. info@SWOA.ca, web: www.SWOA.ca Girl Guides .. 1-800-565-8111 Skmana Ski club .. Email: skiskmana@gmail.com / Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon..

Web: ski-skmana.com Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Tammy HEALTH SERVICES Packer 250-463-2495 shuswapcanadaday.ca NS Health Centre Society.. Kris Jensen 250-955-0383 Taoist Tai Chi .. Judy 250-679-5425 Scotch Creek Clinic - 250-955-0660 Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Chase Medical Clinic - 250-679-1420 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359 Chase Health Centre - 250-679-1400 SS Health Services Society - Sue McCrae 250-675-3562 Adams River Salmon Society.. info@salmonsociety.com Anglemont Estates Waterworks

52

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

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

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

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

SERVICES

Foundations Framing Finishing Renovations

•• •• •• ••

Painting

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

/

Kyle Lessey

250-679-2164

(Cell) 250-320-6820

Repairs & Maintenance of Docks NEW WOOD DOCKS OR USED DOCKS

Siding Flooring Decks Additions

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

Dwayn 250-955-2415 highmountainfarm@gmail.com

YOGA CLASSES & more

Serving the Shuswap & Area

250-679-4411

Free Professional Quotes

LifeForceEnergy.net

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

250-852-2298

Intuitive (Quantum) Healing Fresh Herbs * Plants * Original photos * greeting cards * Prints of Shuswap area * Workshops … and more

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

THOMPSON RIVERS APPRAISALS REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Magna Bay www.trappraisals.ca

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

Fully Accredited Appraisers and Depreciation Report Planners

Celista Esthetics

(AACI, CRP)

Courtney Meier

250-682-6910 5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

Serving the area since 1981 References available

778-257-0572

WITHOUT DAMAGING SHINGLES

Moss roots DESTROY shingles

Looks New Again!

Serving the Shuswap & Surrounding Area

24 HOUR SERVICE

250-679-0001 sorrentoplumbing@outlook.com

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

Linda Rightmire

Literacy Specialist K-12 Teacher, LART & University instructor Flexible Scheduling Spaces Limited

Manicures, Pedicures, Waxing, Facials

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Bonded B Gas Fitter

MOSS

QUALITY WORK & RELIABLE

Lee Creek

Helga Terwoort

Serving the North Shuswap

Over 30 years Experience

♦ Cedar Hedge Maintenance & Pruning

Life Force Experiential Activities

Celista Hair Studio

Terry Hickey

1- 403-978-3508

REMOVAL ♦ Interior & Exterior Painting

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

Rates Negotiable.

Eugene 780-268-5477

SERVICES

Brush with Greatness

250-955-2500 250-318-2890 •• •• •• ••

SERVICES

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

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

At the Centre in Scotch Creek

250-320-4050

250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca Shuswap Piano Tuning, Restoration & Grand Piano Consultation call or text 250-517-7717

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

SERVICES

SERVICES REASONABLY PRICED

Ship Shape Shelter Indoor Boat and RV Storage.

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

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

IN

LEE CREEK

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

...

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

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

Home Support Worker

VACATION RENTALS

while at work or at play • Daily and weekly spots • Prefer smaller breeds Limited spaces available

Call or Text Debbie

♦ ♦

truck mount carpet cleaning, quality home renovations & repairs

Bryan Wagar

250-517-8172 Dave Jones Painting Service

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

Daytime, several days per week Located in Celista.

Support for elderly lady Contact 250-803-8140 or email jamaroh@telus.net

Summer Cleaners Wanted Saturdays/Sundays/Some midweek work. North Shuswap & Blind Bay areas. Students OK. Vehicle is a bonus. Top dollar paid. Contact Jay Simpson: info@AShuswapHoliday.com

WANTED

587-783-4325 tlunden51@gmail.com A NGLEMONT CARPET CLEANING ASSURED QUALITY GENERAL CONTRACTING N ORTH SHUSWAP JUNK REMOVAL

53

Shop from the comfort of your own home AND still get the specials!

• Host a party!

• Reap the benefits!

• Win products!

• Discounts!

• MORE than just candles!

To book a party or any inquiries please call/text/email Deb. I look forward to getting to know you!

•

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

Ph: 587 783-4325 www.partylite.biz/sites/ dynamicdebbie email: deblunden69@gmail.com

Wanted to buy: Are you going to a bigger dock size? Looking to buy a used Triton or Sun Bum Dock, 10x26 ft ish size, aluminum with ramp or without.

Please call or text to discuss any options 250 319 4542 Looking to buy small 2-bedroom condo level entry, Lakefront beach in Anglemont, Celista, Magna Bay, Blind Bay area. $200,000 to $300,000 price range. Contact Colleen 250-851-2983 or chodgson90@hotmail.com

Professional & Superior

Workmanship

604-842-4375 Scotch Creek

20 years experience Are you living in CLUTTER?

Is your mess Overtaking you?

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

Let me help you out!

Give Rita a call at

250-515-6068 $18 consultation fee

Road building — land clearing We recently got married at Henstridge Meadow on Adams Plateau. Are looking to purchase land and settle down in the NS.

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

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

VACANT LAND OR PROPERTY

WITH OLD HOUSE 10 - 160 ACRES

250-679-8904

8774 Holding Rd, Chase

We Sell A Little Bit of Everything

•LIQUOR •FISHING

TACKLE & LICENSES •GROCERIES •HUNTING LICENSES

Contact Andy or Kayla Bowie 250•859•2639 250•300•4438

info@kaypfob.com

9am-9pm Sun 10am-8pm

RENTALS Moorage slip at Anglemont Marina slip size is 25 foot Call or Text for price 604-341-1395

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

54

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

OBITUARY

Heaven just gained an awesome angel!

She rehearsed here on Earth and did a great job!

Ede, Mum, Mama, Granny, GG, Maw was born in Winnipeg but spent all her adult years in BC.

Edythe Arnot Roane (nee Brodie) October 14th 1924 April 24th 2020

Sudoku - Easy

forever grateful she was our Mum are her 6 children; Terry Roane (Gary), Laurie Roane (Art), Kelli Muskett (Phil), Valli Moore (Bill), Dan Roane (Helena), Rusty Roane and 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Mum was fortunate to gain a dear friend in the years she resided in Heaton Place, Kathy Reckseidler who helped her get through some of the tougher times involved in the aging process while sharing many good laughs. We are forever grateful for Kathy and her family.

She had 95 years of a very full life, everything from Bank Teller to Orchardist to “Ranch Lady” running a horse back riding ranch on 800 acres in the North Shuswap for over 30 years. She rode a horse as if she were part of it. She came into this world instinctively knowing she was connected to everything around her and taught all of her children a deep appreciation for Nature. Mum was predeceased by her infant son Mum’s love for all animals and in Randy in 1960 and her Husband Herb in 2001. Left to miss her but particular cats was known by all.

She also loved music, played the harmonica, keyboard and accordion. She and Dad were terrific dancers. Mum had a contagious, magical sense of humour that carried her through the ups and downs of her life journey.

You have more than earned your rest Mama….Enjoy! We will carry on and try to do it with as much grace and humour as you did, you are forever in our hearts.

We will be celebrating our precious Mother’s life at a later date…In Her Style!!!

Classified Ads

Sudoku - Medium

$7 up to 25 words; .20 ₵ each add’l word. Display ad, First inch is $12 then $2.25 per 1/4” after (pls tx). Drop ads at one of our boxes: Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Supermarket in Celista, Ross Creek Country Store in Magna Bay or 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont BC, V0E 1M8.

Questions call 250-955-0534

June Deadline - May 24

A I M Ro a d s

1 - 8 66 - 2 22 - 42 0 4

Email: aimroads@acciona.ca Ministry Contact 1-250-503-3664

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

* must be paid in advance*

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

Name & Address:

TRANSFER STATION Scotch Creek Seymour Arm Fri - Tues 8am - 2pm Closed Wed & Thurs Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day - Closed

Saturday 1pm - 5pm Closed Statutory Holidays

DISCLAIMER – The information in this publication is carefully gathered & compiled to ensure maximum accuracy. The North Shuswap Kicker cannot, and does not, guarantee the correctness of all information furnished them, nor the complete absence of errors or omissions: therefore, no responsibility for same can be nor is assumed. Press releases and reports from community organizations and businesses are encouraged but may be edited to fit available space. We reserve the right to refuse any ad or item that conflicts with the intent of this paper. Articles, advertisements and design in this publication may not be reproduced in any way without prior permission of the author.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, the portion of the advertising space occupied by the error will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate.

Tel #: Payment Info:

Category:

Cash _____

Total # OF WORDS: ___________ Basic Charge: 25 Words = $ 7.00 Additional words: ____ x .20 =____

Cheque___

Box your ad:(check)

$ 2.00

Ch. #_____

Total Cost per month:

________

Month(s): ______________ to______________ (# of months) $______ x ($/month) _________ = $__________

MAY 2020

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

55

56

THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER

MAY 2020

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

Engineered Aluminum Patio Covers Aluminum & Glass Railings

•

250-851-8828 Enjoy your deck year round with a Brentwood Patio Cover

Residential & Commercial Maintenance • Turf Lawns Installed • Weed Control • Core Aeration • Fertilizing Programs

• Renovations,

New Construction & Repairs 5”, 6” & Fascia Gutter • Custom Gutter Systems for Snow Load • Heat Trace Installation • Continuous

ADVANTAGEGUTTERS.CA

FOR ALL YOUR CONSTRUCTION NEEDS Serving the Shuswap for 23 years

Ken Goertzen Cell. 250.833.2824

Email: c utt ingedgecon st @gmail.com

C OMPLETE D RYWALL S ERVICES TAPING • TEXTURING • BOARDING FREE ESTIMATES

(250) 679-3980 Serving North Shuswap, Chase, Sorrento

Quality Comes First

May 1 & 2 Cabbage Rolls & Perogies May 8 & 9 Baby Back Ribs May 15 & 16 Chicken Parmesan & Pasta May 22 & 23 Stuffed Pork Chops May 29 & 30 Chinese Dinner • Hot Food Takeout • Breakfast/Lunch /Dinner • Pizza • Groceries • Frozen Meals To-Go

• Gas/Boat gas • Diesel • Propane • Laundromat • Lotto • Camping

• • • • •

Ice Cream Novelties Milkshakes Gifts Clothing