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Remembering Canadian Armed Forces in Afghanistan served in Afghanistan. He served in the

By Jo Anne Malpass The theme for Remembrance Day at Canadian Armed Forces from 1990 to Lakeview Centre in Anglemont this year 2014, when he was honourably released is Canadian Armed Forces in Afghaniin Nova Scotia. stan. The war took the lives of 158 CaHe served in the Royal Canadian Arnadian soldiers and wounded more than mour Core, Royal Canadian Dragoons 1,800 others. Canada spent an estimated and the Lord Strathcona Horse Armoured $18-billion fighting in regiments, as a tank crewAfghanistan and trying man, recognisance crewto reconstruct the man and ended his career country. as a tank commander.

“The Canadian flag His first overseas tour was lowered for the last was in Somalia in 1993 time by our military in with the airborne regiAfghanistan on March ment on a coalition mis12, 2014. This mission sion to help stabilise the involved more than country from civil war 40,000 Canadian and deliver humanitarian Armed Forces personaid. His second tour was nel—our country's largPeacekeeping in Sarajevo est deployment since (former Yugoslavia), the Second World War. where he received the Our brave men and commander’s commendawomen in uniform not Sgt. Rick Dickson served two tours of tion for going above and only took part in danbeyond the call of duty. duty in Afghanistan gerous combat operaHe was sent again to the tions in Afghanistan, they also undertook former Yugoslavia for peacekeeping and many humanitarian and nation-building humanitarian aid, then to northern Afinitiatives to help the people of the war- ghanistan as a recognisance armour patorn country.” Veterans Affairs Canada trol commander in operations against Sgt. Rick Dickson of Anglemont was terrorism and his last tour was in south(Continued on page 3) one of the brave men in uniform who

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ern Afghanistan as a tank commander.

On September 16, 2007, an IED blast hit his Leopard tank. He was wounded in action, receiving the sacrifice medal and wounded stripe.

In a letter postmarked Buckingham Palace, Colonel-in-Chief Prince Charles offered his greatest sympathy to Sgt. Dickson for his injuries in Afghanistan. “I can only commend you most warmly for the extraordinary resilience and courage that you and the squadron have been displaying in Afghanistan.”

Sgt. Dickson spent the next two years learning to walk and speak again, due to the multiple physical injuries sustained in the IED blast. He continued his medical rehabilitation during his last years in service, stationed in Petawawa Ont., Gagetown NB, CFB Edmonton and finally Halifax NS. Upon his release, he received letters with official seals from then Prime Minister Steven Harper and the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia thanking him for his 23 years of service to Crown and Country.

He has eight medals and three bars.

Bars indicate the recipient has served a second time in an area of the world or

to indicate the length of service. His medals include a SW Asia medal and ribbon for outstanding dedication, the Queens Silver Jubilee, Canadian Forces Decoration for excellent service, Canadian Forces decoration for 12 years and a bar for 22 years, Peacekeeping medal and bar for his two tours in the former Yugoslavia.

Between tours he was involved in two domestic operations, during the ice storm of Ontario in 1998 and during the BC forest fires in 2003, working on the McClure Fire based out of Chase.

He moved to the North Shuswap in 2017, making two trips across Canada from Nova Scotia to make this his permanent home. He chose this area because it is close to relatives and a son, living in BC and Alberta.

Sgt. Dickson will be one of the veterans attending Remembrance Day ceremonies November 11 at Lakeview Centre. The service will include introducing local veterans, laying of wreaths and information about the war in Afghanistan. A lunch will follow.

Please be seated by 10:45 am, as the service will start promptly at 11 am.

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By Editor Jo Anne Malpass Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2:00 am may be the last time we in British Columbia, “fall back” to standard time.

The BC Government announced in September that 93% of respondents to a BC online public engagement preferred a change to year-round observance of Daylight-Saving Time (DST).

The consultation, which ran from June 24 – July 19, 2019 consisted of a short online survey, and the opportunity for experts and organizations to send in written submissions. The public engagement resulted in 223,273 completed surveys, 279 email submissions from private citizens, and 15 written submissions from organizations and experts.

Support for year-round DST observance is strong across regions, industries, and occupational groups.

Across all regions, support for a change to year-round DST was over 90%. Similarly, across all industry groups, and all occupational groups except for students, support for year-round DST observance was higher than 90%.

Safety, health and wellness concerns are the main reasons for support of year-round DST observance. Threequarters (75%) of those who preferred year-round DST identified health and wellness concerns as a reason for their support. Slightly more than one-half (53%) of these respondents also noted the benefits of additional daylight during the evening commute in winter, and 39% identified other safety concerns generally as reasons for their support for year-round DST observance.

Findings from the open-ended comments, and comparisons of different demographic groups, did not identify any major trends that would suggest some groups may be particularly ad-

versely impacted by the change.

Among nearly all demographic subgroups, support for a change to yearround DST observance was 90% or higher.

British Columbians were also asked how important it is to them that B.C aligns its time observance with neighbouring provinces, territories and states. Five submissions from industry stakeholder groups identified the issue of alignment with other jurisdictions to preserve the competitiveness of B.C.’s industries and avoid confusion. Canada West Ski Areas Association and Vancouver Airport Authority encouraged further engagement with federal authorities to align time observance across North America.

Legislators in California, Oregon and Washington have proposed bills to end the bi-annual time change and observe Daylight Saving Time yearround. Premier John Horgan has reached out to the Governors of these states as well as to the Premier of Yukon, to hear their opinions and help inform the discussion in B.C. The Yukon Territory is on board to stay on permanent DST, if BC does.

Horgan met with Washington State Governor Jay Inslee, who supports moving the entire West Coast of North America to a permanent daylight time.

Under the Constitution of Canada, laws related to timekeeping are a provincial matter but, in the US, approval of the US Congress is required, which the Governor was not optimistic would happen this year.

Horgan said the B.C. government will be introducing legislation to ensure that next year BC does not fall back, so when we spring forward next spring, that should be the last time we do it.

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Well, it's been a year since Scotch Creek Water I was elected to represent the Grant is an interesting subNorth Shuswap at the CSRD ject. Back in late August we board table. And an interest- were informed that our grant ing year it has been. It started application from the fall of with a bit of a ruckus over a 2018 had been denied. That cannabis production site in was a disappointment. By my Celista and ended with a com- best guestimate it would be motion over thefts/addicts and likely 3 years before the opvigilantes. And in the middle, portunity to have the Federal well a variety of things have and Provincial governments kept me busy, all combine to while I'm learning provide over TOWN HALL 73 cents of the ropes. There are no dull moevery dollar MEETING ments! that a water Looking ahead Saturday Nov. 2, 2019 system would 1:00 to 3:30pm to the next couple cost. of months there What a pleasat North Shuswap will be two main ant surprise Community Hall focuses; Scotch when in late Topics of Discussion September Creek Water Grant referendum • 1:00 - Welcome the Province and keeping the announced • 1:30 - Road mainteCommunity Safe another nance (AIM) programs moving • 2:00 Community Watch chance for a forward. similar grant.

• 2:30 Shuswap EmerWith ComThe staff at gency Program & Fire munity Safety, fighters. Guest Speaker: the CSRD we've had a few then talked to Derek Sutherland good meetings the provincial • 3:00 Scotch Creek Water and are now staff to see working towards how to imfinalizing plans for four ways prove our 2018 application so of tackling the problem; Com- we'd have a better chance of munity Watch, Frustrating getting it approved this time. actions, Health & Rehab, and There were a couple of Political Actions. The comtweaks that were suggested, munity enthusiasm seems to but one of the things that be waning a bit though. After stood out was that we did not over 150 at the Hub, we had have approval of the commuabout 130 at the Celista Hall nity to borrow the balance of Open House, and the 4 com- the money needed. So, now mittees are seeing less than 15 we're off to a referendum! members show up. The ComThe new grant deadline is munity Watch group will for late February 2020, which sure need to have volunteers means we need to have the from every community to get referendum before that. Right involved. Sign up on the now, we're updating our inNorth Shuswap.Info website formation, checking if the to get on the mailing list for amounts we had planned back (Continued on page 6) community information.

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in 2018 are still valid, and putting all the information together so that everyone will have accurate and up-to-date information. The CSRD has put together a website www.ScotchCreekWater.ca to provide all the information.

This is the location to get accurate information about the Scotch Creek water proposal and grant application. Please sign up on that page to get on the mailing list for future SC water specific information.

I have no doubt that there will be lots of talk about this grant and what getting a community water system in Scotch Creek will mean. You may, or may not, know that Scotch Creek is one of the few places in the province where development is not allowed without a community water system. That's one of the reasons that we have seen little-to-no growth in Scotch Creek since 2007. There are currently 4 Boil Water advisories in Scotch Creek and one Water Quality Advisory, including the Scotch Creek Fire Hall. Four of these 5 advisories would be fixed by Phase 1 of the water plan. See www.drinkingwaterforeveryone.ca/ advisorymap for more info.

One other thing on the go right now is that the CSRD has agreed to request the province proceed with a local Governance Study. This grew out of the Incorporation Study that was done for Scotch Creek back in 2017. Basically, this study will get in touch with the community to determine how we feel about the CSRD as our local government, and whether there might be a way to forge a new relationship with them. We anticipate hearing from the Province whether we can move forward with this by... uh, maybe January??

It may sound like there is a lot of focus on Scotch Creek right now. And indeed, there is. The reason is that Scotch Creek is the only area in the North Shuswap that simply cannot grow without infrastructure, and we have an opportunity to get some. Scotch Creek is our downtown. It is where the doctor, pharmacy, main grocery store, library, gas stations are. By opening up Scotch Creek to further growth we can concentrate and enhance the services there, and the rest of the North Shuswap can grow at its own pace, with the knowledge that necessary community services are just down the road.

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RCMP News Charges Laid, RCMP Ask for Public Assistance Charges have been laid against a female in relation to an assault which had occurred in Scotch Creek on May 4, 2019. Chase RCMP had responded to a call from a female who contacted 911 claiming that she was being attacked by three males with a knife and a screwdriver.

Police arrived to discover that the entire incident had been captured on video and the video did not depict what the female had described in her 911 call. Crown has approved charges of Assault, Utter Threats and Public Mischief against Heather Patterson D.O.B July 3, 1969 and issued a warrant for her arrest.

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No Danger to the Public On October 9, 2019, Chase RCMP responded to the 4100 block of Squilax Anglemont Rd after receiving a complaint that a male was walking around the Scotch Creek area with a gun and was threatening to shoot exco-workers. Seven officers attended the area in an effort to locate the male and the male was located inside a residence. The male agreed to meet with police outside the residence. The male was subsequently taken into custody for further questioning and no firearm was located.

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The police subsequently learned that there was an original miscommunication, where the Complainant had misunderstood the information they received and there was no danger to the public in the first instance.

The male was subsequently released with no charges.

Single Vehicle Rollover On October 10, Chase RCMP attended to a single vehicle rollover accident on Squilax Anglemont Rd and Little Shuswap Lake Rd. A septic pump truck had lost control after failing to negotiate the corner and crossed the intersection before rolling over twice and then down an embankment. The lone occupant, a 53-year-old male from Salmon Arm, was ejected from the vehicle. He was airlifted to Royal Inland Hospital suffering from broken ribs, a ruptured spleen and shoulder injuries. The accident is still under investigation.

Alarm at Water Reservoir On October 13 at around 4:45 PM, Chase RCMP responded to the Scotch Creek water reservoir after an alarm had been trigger from that location. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District had also dispatched employees to attend this site. On location,

continued it was discovered that one of the water tank lids had been pried open. The tank was inspected and nothing was found disturbed inside.

This act caused a disruption to water service in the Saratoga subdivision, but this was quickly restored. There was no concern with contamination of the water supply. No persons were located nearby who had witnessed anyone near the water tank.

Stolen Vehicle Seized On October 22 at 12:40 PM, Chase RCMP were called to a suspicious vehicle on Leopold Rd, near Scotch Creek. A licence plate was provided to police and the vehicle, a red Dodge Ram pick up, had been reported stolen out of Vernon. Police patrolled the area and subsequently located the vehicle parked at a residence in the Anglemont Estates neighbourhood. The vehicle was seized and the investigation is ongoing.

Arrest Made On October 22, Police located a male in the Anglemont Estates area and subsequently arrested Owen Scott BALGDON of no fixed address, on an outstanding warrant for being Unlawfully in a Dwelling House

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“We’re really proud of our prices, and SASCU members will receive even better deals. Adult monthly and annual memberships will be 20% off for SASCU members, and an additional 5% off for SASCU youth (under 18). Access to innovative resources such as virtual reality, 3D printing and woodworking equipment in the Makerspace, are just some of the great resources we have to offer—and we plan to bring in more down the line,” said the Innovation Centre’s Executive Director, Thomas Briginshaw. “With the reduced prices, engaging com-

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Conservative Mel Arnold Elected in North Okanagan-Shuswap

By Jo Anne Malpass Conservative Mel Arnold was elected in the North Okanagan Shuswap riding with 48.8% of the vote, 35,753 votes, according to Elections Canada.

Arnold posted “Thank you. For your trust, your votes, and the incredible volunteers that made it all happen.”

In second place was Liberal Cindy Derkaz with 22.7%, then NDP Harwinder Sandhu at 15.3%, Green Party Marc Reinarz at 10.5% and People’s Party Kyle Delfing at 2.7% There were 73,273 valid votes in this riding. Voter Turnout, of the 106,601 registered electors, was 68.74%, (does not include electors who registered on election day).

Nationally, Conservatives received 34.4% of the votes and 121 seats. Liberals received 33.1% of the votes and 157 seats.

Arnold was one of the five candidates who presented their platforms and an-

swered questions at a Candidates’ Forum October 17 at North Shuswap Community Hall, sponsored by the NS Chamber of Commerce.

The candidates answered questions about federal funding for a water system in Scotch Creek, gas tax transfers to municipalities, availability of RCMP and services on the North Shuswap, rights of indigenous people, health care wait times, the federal debt and climate change.

Mel Arnold said security, affordability and the environment are priorities. Conservatives want to encourage Canadian clean energy innovation and technology and market it abroad, go after criminals, gun smugglers and repeat offenders and support families and seniors.

Since being elected in 2015, Mel has met with people and community leaders throughout the constituency and said he will continue to do that to hear local concerns and take these issues back to Ottawa.

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Our last Chamber meeting was held at the Scotch Creek firehall with a moderate turn out. We discussed upcoming events and business workshops for the year. We started forming committees and putting focus on how to create more business opportunities in the North Shuswap.

The Chamber will not be hosting a Christmas party this year as we are hosting the New Years celebration at the Hall.

We are looking into having a live band and possible fireworks this year for the party. Last year the Chamber hosted a business awards ceremony and Christmas party in December. The committee has decided that this year 2019 awards will be handed out in the spring of 2020 at a social mixer, date and time TBA. Perhaps alternating year to year.

We will also be organizing the Christmas Decorating contest for home or business. Please send entries to Deb Seymour at northshuswapbc@gmail.com.

Decorations need to be up by Dec 6, parade day. Voting will be by food bank donation at the Hub. Winners will be announced in January Kicker/ social media/email.

Dec 7th is Parade Day, start thinking about your floats. A very special thanks to Al Christopherson who has dedicated many years chairing the committee. Al has decided to step

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down from this position and will be dearly missed. Without Al the annual parade would not be as successful as it is. We are currently seeking someone to chair this along with the Chamber. If you are interested, please step up and help us out. Contact Deb Seymour at northshuswapbc@gmail.com The Chamber hosted the Lakeview rise and shine breakfast in mid October with $500 worth of funds raised for the community center. This is a fun event for us. The team that does this for us really enjoys working together and the people attending love watching us get together to participate. It’s a great morning for a community gathering and a chance to visit one another.

We also hosted an all candidates’ forum at the North Shuswap Hall in Celista with approximately 60 attendees. A very special thanks to Ted Danyluk who did a wonderful job as our mediator.

This is our month of membership renewals so we will be collecting those fees as well as recruiting more members. Fees for the year are $120 for primary, $60 for secondary business and $24 for individual or nonprofit.

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munity water and sewer. This has been a huge set back for business in our area and must be addressed immediately with results!

Next meeting: 630pm start, Nov 25 at Lakeview Community Centre. No December meeting. January 27 at Quaaout Lodge.

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Public Safety Meeting Explores Solutions to Local Crime

By Jo Anne Malpass Chase RCMP said they have the same frustrations about local crime as residents, when they attended a town hall public safety meeting Oct. 2 at North Shuswap Community Hall, hosted by Area F Director Jay Simpson and North Shuswap Chamber President Angela Lagore.

RCMP Sgt. Barry Kennedy told the crowd of over 100, that RCMP need numerous reports on suspicious activities at a location or about a person, before they can convince Crown Counsel to give them a warrant to enter a property. He also explained RCMP in BC cannot charge a person with an offense, they can arrest or detain them but can only recommend charges to Crown Counsel and then wait for approval of charges.

He explained RCMP are trying to show more of a presence on the North Shuswap, but they only have 10 officers and their area goes from Monte Creek to Sorrento to Seymour Arm. They prioritize calls, which may include mental health and domestic violence issues, not included in their monthly reports to the Kicker.

RCMP need phone calls and reports to strengthen their case to obtain a warrant or make an arrest. He suggested taking pic-

tures of suspicious people and their license plates. Although it may appear that RCMP are not following up on reports, each call is logged and recorded and may be helpful when seeking a warrant or charges.

Jay Simpson talked about ideas to help the RCMP and to help ourselves – neighbourhood crime watching; health and recovery for people with drug issues who cause problems and also ways to find support for victims; legal ways to frustrate and encourage criminals to move away; and the political aspect of contacting politicians to get the message out that we need more services.

Since that meeting, there have been several meetings at Scotch Creek Fire Hall with people interested in one or all these aspects, invited to attend. At the last community watch meeting, Guy Ramsay of Victim Services and Joan Anderson, president of the Citizens on Patrol (COP) in Chase, shared their experiences and offered ideas and support to North Shuswap residents.

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teers get license numbers, descriptions and if possible, photos or videos of the incident. Anderson said COP has been effective in Chase as a deterrent, visibility of a citizens’ patrol is part of the solution.

Training is available through Chase COP and from local RCMP. There was also discussion about a neighbourhood support system, getting to know each other and offering peace of mind to the more vulnerable members of our community. Neighbours in Celista are working on a plan where people would respond to a call from a neighbour who has an intruder on their property. The idea is not to confront the intruder but that he/ she would be scared off by several vehicles entering the property and the home-

owner would have some moral support.

The plan also stresses communication between neighbours, knowing when someone is away and watching out for each other’s property.

Many North Shuswap residents are also downloading the Lightcatch App, where you indicate your community and then can report or be notified of any strange activity. It was noted that this App is new and still has some glitches. There are also two Facebook pages with info about local suspicious activity, Shuswap Crime Watch and Chase & Surrounding Area Neighbourhood Watch.

The next community watch meeting is Nov. 6 at Scotch Creek Fire Hall starting at 7pm with doors open at 6:45, with all North Shuswap residents invited to attend.

Boil Water Notice lifted for Saratoga Water System CSRD Release Water users of the Saratoga Water System in Scotch Creek were without water service for a period on Thanksgiving Sunday, October 13, after damage was done to the water reservoir.

Despite security precautions, the lid was torn off the water reservoir, triggering an alarm. Due to the possibility that the water quality in the system was affected, Interior Health's medical health officer advised that the system needed to be shut down to be completely drained, flushed and refilled.

The Saratoga Water System services 97, mostly residential, water connections.

Water service was back on for users of the Saratoga Water System before the predicted midnight estimate for restoration. But water users were advised to take special precautions with their water use.

Due to concerns of possible contamination, the system was placed on a Boil Water Notice until water samples could be tested.

The Boil Water Notice was lifted on October 21. Interior Health informed the CSRD the results of two consecutive water samples taken from the Saratoga System indicate the water to be safe for consumption.

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By Alison Elmes Another year has rolled by and the North Shuswap Christmas Hamper Program will once again be offering Hampers to those in need in our community this Christmas.

The support of our community in past years has been tremendous and we hope that once again, donations will be generous.

Gratefully accepted donations of nonperishable food, gift items, and pet food can be put in the collection boxes at Scotch Creek Market and Ross Creek

after November 15th.

Cheques, made payable to the North Shuswap Food Bank, can be mailed to: North Shuswap Food Bank, 7465 Squilax/ Anglemont Rd., Anglemont, B.C, V0E 1M8.

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If you wish to add your name or someone else’s name to the list to receive a Hamper, please call Janice at 250-955-2393 before the cutoff date of November 27.

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The successful applicant will have a valid B.C. Class 2 Driver’s license with an air brake endorsement. Work experience in the operations of passenger buses an asset. Further details on required qualifications, please visit Make a Future at www.makeafuture.ca.

The rate of pay is $26.43 per hour.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Development of Bristow Road Boat Launch in Celista is still waiting for permits to proceed, Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Community Services Team Leader Ryan Nitchie told the Area F Parks Advisory Committee at its meeting October 10.

CSRD Parks staff continue to work with various departments within the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations. Information presented to the committee said the CSRD made application to the Archaeological Branch for a Heritage Inspection Permit in January of 2019 and a permit was issued at the beginning of June. An Archaeological Impact commenced on June 12.

The original scope of the project was expanded following discovery of cultural artifacts. Although there was no sign of settlement, there were small stone chips, possibly from spear heads. This led to the consultant firm recommending that a Site Alteration Permit be applied for. This was applied for on August 22 and the permit has not been received but is expected later this year.

The foreshore tenure application, applied for in early 2018, was subject to completion of an Archaeological Impact Assessment. With that completed, the CSRD was advised they can expect approval in early spring of 2020.

A Section 11 Permit Application is being reviewed in conjunction with the foreshore tenure application. This permit is required to allow construction in and around Shuswap Lake. This is expected, as well, in early

spring of 2020.

Planning and design have been completed for the project, tender specifications are complete and tender documents are prepared and ready to proceed once permits are in place.

CSRD staff are currently considering tendering the project over the winter with a goal to commence construction in spring, subject to permit approvals and conditions.

Dock options are being worked on and staff have decided on a floating system, like in other CSRD parks.

The dock will be light and designed to be easy to pull in and out.

“Stuff is happening”, Nitchie said and staff are “poised and ready to start at the will of the Province.”

St. Ives Erosion and Dock Representatives from St. Ives presented a proposal to have a community dock in St. Ives and discussed erosion issues at the park.

With concerns from the committee about setting a precedence, Team Leader Nitchie said the CSRD has one other dock at a community without a boat launch, so it is uncommon but not unheard of.

The delegation talked about a partnership, being open to share the financial burden but needed permission to place a dock at the park.

The committee also had concerns about it attracting people and needing constant maintenance and monitoring.

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be possible to fix it with riprap, but it would have to go through the provincial application process, with engineering and permits. Area Director Jay Simpson, during discussion about plans for 2020, encouraged Nitchie to get onto getting permits so work to halt the erosion could be done before high water next year.

Parks Master Plan Nitchie recommended an upgrade of the Area F Master Parks Plan be a priority for 2020. He said requests are coming in, but a good plan created by the community, would help staff to prioritize requests. The last plan is from 2008 and many of the priorities have been completed or found not to be possible. The committee agreed to start the process this year by requesting proposals from possible consultants, so it could be included in the Parks budget next year. Community consulting would take place next year, with hopes for preliminary draft plans by October 2020.

Also planned for 2020 are improvements to Don Fink Park in Seymour Arm. Parks has completed consultation, planning/design for fencing and playground expansion but asked the Seymour Arm committee member to arrange for a small focus group of people from the community to meet with him to go over the plans and provide input.

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The wharf at Seymour Arm is an ongoing issue, rated fair to marginal with a possible life span of one or two years.

Without the wharf, there is no public boat launch at Seymour Arm. The CSRD parks has been looking into possible solutions for a boat launch and floating dock system. The community has also been working with BC Parks to find a solution.

Discussion about fire pits in CSRD parks led the committee to pass a motion to recommend that fire pits be removed from all CSRD Parks.

Some of the committee members hiked a proposed trail at Lee Creek, with Shuswap Trail Alliance Director Phil McIntyre-Paul this spring. It was reported the grade is not too steep and wouldn’t need as much slashing as other trails.

There are great views along most of the trail, which could be used year round, with snow shoes in the winter. Nitchie explained that after more consultations with First Nations and the community, a preliminary field recognisance report would be submitted to Front Counter BC and it would take about a year for permits. Grant funding for these types of projects is usually available through the BC Rural Dividend Fund but it has been cancelled for 2020. He will ask McIntyre-Paul to attend the spring Area F meeting to provide an update.

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By Jo Anne Malpass The Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board, at its October 17 meeting, supported the suspension of the nuisance mosquito control treatment program for Scotch Creek/Lee Creek for the 2020 season.

A staff report to the CSRD Board says that on July 11, 2019, the CSRD received notice from BC Parks (Ministry of Environment) that its application to continue to conduct mosquito control within Shuswap Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Park had been denied. The report concluded that nuisance mosquito control is not necessary for the preservation or maintenance of the recreational values of either Shuswap Lake Park or Tsútswecw Park.

The report also indicates that through the First Nations consultation process, the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band (LSLIB) did not support mosquito treatment in provincial parks, due to potential

environmental conflicts.

The LSLIB Council has confirmed it also no longer supports mosquito control treatment within LSLIB land. As recommended by the CSRD’s service provider, the inability to treat LSLIB lands and the two BC Parks properties, renders the Scotch Creek Mosquito Control program ineffective.

The CSRD has provided services to the LSLIB through a servicing agreement for several years. The existing agreement expires on December 31, 2019. The LSLIB would like to renew the servicing agreement but has requested the mosquito control program service be removed from the agreement.

CSRD staff will provide an update to the Board in the fall of 2020 to determine the next steps for the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Mosquito Control Service for the 2021 season.

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By Mike Engholm SC/LC Fire Chief Now that we are into fall with the weather getting colder, folks are using their wood stoves and fireplaces. It’s very important for homeowners to have their chimneys and wood stoves fully swept and cleaned out, followed by a complete inspection. This service can be done by a reputable professional company that can be found online or in the yellow pages. Also, please try to burn clean dry wood and make the fire hot before closing down the damper.

This is also a great time of year to undertake the yard clean up and backyard burn. After your FireSmart projects are competed for the year, all the branches and light brush from your property can be burned now.

You must get a free burn registration number online from BC Wildfire Service or call 1-888797-1717 and follow the burning index. Also please phone the Fire Chief in your area to give them the day you will be doing the burn, (it’s much appreciated).

The North Shuswap Fire Departments got together and went to the school in Celista on October 15, for the annual Fire Chief for The Day. Firefighters talked about fire safety and prevention to the kids.

Three students were selected to be a Fire Chief representing each department and received a pizza lunch at Scotch Creek Fire Hall. Congratulations to Kaleb S., Alana S., and Marley C. for becoming Fire Chiefs for the Day. Training is going strong in all three halls. Our fall training courses at the Salmon Arm Training Centre are wrapping up for the season. There were pumping and driving courses, along with exterior and interior live fire courses, Incident Safety Officer, Fire Service In-

structor, and Hazmat courses.

For call outs, it was thankfully a quiet month for all three fire departments. At the time of writing, SC/LC FD had one false alarm at Talana Bay. Celista FD also had a report of a structure fire close to the North Shuswap Community Hall, but upon arrival, it was just a burn pile adjacent the structure and all fire departments stood down. Anglemont FD had one “wires down” incident.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the supporters of our Annual Community Halloween Party. Cash donations were received from the North Shuswap Lions Club and Scotch Creek Bottle Depot and food donations from BK’s Wrappit Wagon. Thank you also goes out to all the firefighters and members of the community who helped with manpower, working hard to make this event happen. A huge thank you goes to Roy Nelson of Emerald City Fireworks for putting on a great fireworks display. Special mention and thank you goes to the CSRD who gave funds in the form of a Grant in Aid. I hope everyone had a good time.

All three fire departments are always looking for new members to join a great team.

Remember, you don’t have to be a front-line firefighter, because there are lots of support rolls that need to be filled.

These include tender drivers, pump operators, public relations, recruiting committee people, SCBA bottle filling and maintenance and office assistant among others. Please call the Department Chief in your area (phone numbers are in the Kicker) or come down to the fire hall on a Tuesday about 6:30 pm (practice from 7:00 to 9:00 pm).

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Ebus Expands into the Shuswap Media Release After almost one year of service in BC, Ebus is excited to announce that we’re expanding to 5 additional communities in the province. Continuously looking for opportunities to improve connectivity for people in the region, we’re looking forward to supporting the travel needs of visitors and residents of Chase, Sorrento, Salmon Arm, Enderby, and Armstrong.

Effective Monday, October 7, our afternoon schedules between Kamloops and Kelowna will extend further along Highway 97 and Highway 1 to provide daily access for people to medical, employment, recreational, tourism, and social opportunities. Residents and visitors in the area will also be able to easily connect to the rest of the Ebus BC network, to the lower mainland and all the way to Vancouver.

Exact pick-up and drop-off locations will be: • Salmon Arm: Husky service station at 50 Trans Canada Highway • Sorrento Eastbound: Highway Stop at 1235 TCH (in front of Subway) • Sorrento Westbound: Highway Stop at 1258 TCH (in front of the Petro-Canada station) • Chase: Chase Visitor Infor-

mation Centre at 400 Shuswap Ave • Enderby: Enderby Chamber of Commerce at 700 Railway St. • Armstrong: Petro-Canada station at 3160 Smith Dr. This will be a daily service in both directions from Kamloops to Kelowna, to connect the Shuswap region to the Okanagan and into the Lower Mainland. Ebus passengers will travel from Kamloops through Chase, Sorrento, Salmon Arm, Enderby, Armstrong, and Vernon to Kelowna.

Expanded service began on October 7. Reservations for this route are available at www.myebus.ca or by phone at 1-877-769-3287.

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Submitted by Carmen Massey, Tsuts’weye Project Manager A new project supporting female entrepreneurs has been launched in the Shuswap. Tsuts'weye is a threeyear, federally funded initiative through Western Economic Diversification Canada and facilitated locally through Community Futures Shuswap. The project supports women-owned or women led enterprises in the start-up, expansion or ongoing operational phase of business in the Shuswap.

Julie John, Diversity Coordinator for the project explains, “Tsuts'weye means butterfly in Secwepemc and is symbolic of the “butterfly effect”. When one woman is empowered in a community the effects can often be powerful and far-reaching.”

“The purpose of Tsuts’weye is to support women entrepreneurs build skills, knowledge and networks to improve their businesses success,” says Carmen Massey, Tsuts’weye Project Manager.

“There are four main ways the project will support women: through a mentor and consultant program; providing network opportunities; creating and facilitating training and skill development opportunities; and marketing the strength of women entrepreneurs in our community.”

“We know that women represent 17% of business ownership in British Columbia,” says Caroline Grover, Entrepreneur in Residence for the Tsuts’weye project. “This program will be designed to support their success and to involve even more women in business. The project follows a participatory approach, including an Advisory Round Table and a series of Women Entrepreneur Round Table sessions,” Grover adds. “I am proud to be participating in this project as the Entrepreneur in Residence. Experienced businesswomen in the Shuswap are acting as program advisors and mentors to help other women to reach their goals.”

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Caroline Grover, Carmen Massey, Julie John. photo credit: Kari Wilkinson Tsuts'weye project team.

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Tsuts’weye will be hosting an Open House for the community to learn more about this project, at the Community Futures Shuswap office on Tuesday, November 5 from 36pm. This will be informal, come-and-go event with Tsuts’weye team members on hand to answer questions and discuss the project.

A series of facilitated round table discussions will be held in November 18-20 in three Shuswap communities, with the goal to reveal day-to-day, on the ground challenges and opportunities for female entrepreneurs in a local context. These sessions will begin with inspirational keynote presentations by successful female entrepreneurs, and will include facilitated activities to gather feedback and share information from the perspective of the people living, working and operating in our community. There will be limited room in these sessions, so please register early to avoid disappointment. Details about the speakers and registration can found online at www.tsutsweye.ca.

Involved in delivering the project are: Carmen Massey, Project Manager. Working with a project and consultant team, Carmen will guide Tsuts’weye to project deliverables and effective outcomes.

Julie John, Diversity Coordinator. Julie ensures that all women of the Shuswap are included in this project, and that barriers are recognized and addressed throughout the project.

Caroline Grover, Entrepreneur in Residence. Caroline is the chair of the Advisory Round Table and provides guidance and support to the project and acts as a Mentor to women entrepreneurs.

Advisory Round Table: A voluntary group of experienced businesswomen in the Shuswap who guide the activities of the project.

Women’s Entrepreneur Round Table: These ad hoc groups will provide on-the-ground knowledge about Shuswap -specific challenges and barriers for women entrepreneurs.

Community Futures Shuswap: manages the contract for Western Diversification who is administering the Women’s Enterprise Ecosystem Fund for the Federal Government.

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By Gail McNeil-Oliver, NSHC Executive Director Two successful fundraising campaigns held almost back to back, raised $7000.00 for the North Shuswap Health Centre!

Many thanks to the big group of volunteers and participants at the 2nd Annual Great Scotch Creek WalkAbout and the NSHC 1st Annual Golf Event! Fun was had at both events and we raised some money for our essential health care centre which serves the residents of the North Shuswap.

At the NSHC Society AGM last month, several questions came up around funding to support the clinic’s operations, so it seems like a good time to review how the health centre is funded and how it operates. I believe most people know that we currently have a physician vacancy at NSHC! We are actively recruiting through Health Match BC, Interior Health, and Thompson Division of Family Practice and there have been several interested candidates. Doctors are needed all over this province and country, which means there are a lot of options for doctors to choose from when it comes to where they want to work and reside.

Visiting doctors tell us all the time that the clinic is well operated, it has a great set up to work in and that the North Shuswap is an amazing place!

But hiring a doctor for any rural community has many strings attached. The fit needs to be right for the doctor and his or her family and they have to be able to func-

tion in a rural clinic and deal with the isolation of not working with other doctors and of not having every piece of medical equipment available at their fingertips to diagnose and to deal with emergencies.

Physician salary is another factor that affects one’s ability to recruit a physician to a rural community and since the NHSC does not currently receive funding from the Ministry of Health or the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, it’s even more difficult to recruit physicians to the North Shuswap. Physicians recognize this lack of funding and they worry about sustainability of the clinic without overhead costs being supported from regional, provincial and or federal budgets. Many doctors also are choosing early in their careers and later in their careers to be hospital doctors where they work for a set salary and do not have to worry about the overhead costs involved in running a family practice.

So, the need for family physicians is growing more and more and based on these challenges, we are very fortunate to have two contract doctors working with us and a third joining the NSHC in the New Year! Dr. Mistry & Dr. Leighton are busy when in clinic, seeing 30+ patients a day as well as working with chronic care patients. The costs of having our contract doctors in clinic are covered through our MSP billings but the basic overhead costs of the health centre need to be funded. Fundraising and pri(Continued on page 23)

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vate donations are the reality for NSHC going into 2020 to ensure that we keep the doors open for our residents to access health care services in their own community. We will also continue to apply for applicable grants for equipment purchases, work with local government and continue to advocate to the Ministry of Health regarding our funding support needs.

Fundraising at NSHC started back in June for an ultrasound machine. Our doctors also need other key pieces of equipment such as an electronic blood pressure monitor, a 24-hour blood pressure monitor and an IV infusion pump. All together, that’s over $20,000 worth of medical equipment.

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NSHC clinic calendar at: https://www.nshealthcentre.ca where you will see dates for footcare nurses, dental hygiene, manual osteopathy, lab services, public health, nurse practitioner and doctor dates.

You will also find a Canadahelps “Donate Now” button next to the clinic calendar to make online donations and have tax receipts automatically issued. Donations also gratefully accepted at NSHC so please think of your community health centre as we head towards another tax season.

Community support allows the NSHC to continue to grow and develop into a wellrounded primary health care facility that serves the residents of the North Shuswap.

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By Greg Goyer 11 firefighters from the three local fire departments spoke about fire safety to students from kindergarten to grade eight at North Shuswap Elementary - Middle School this month.

After the classroom presentation we showed the students the trucks, then the fire chiefs for the day showed the students how to use the fire hoses, then we took the chiefs for a day for a pizza lunch at Scotch Creek firehall. Pizza was from the Scotch Creek Market Young chiefs in the front row from left to right - /Scotch Creek / Lee Creek Chief Kaleb Stevenson-Hansen grade eight, Celista Chief Marly Chambers grade four and Anglemont Chief Alana Sarafinchan grade six.

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First Responders “911 … What is your emergency?”

Submitted by Karen Boulter Community spirit is what makes the North Shuswap such a great place to live! All around our quiet side of the lake, we see people pitching in, stepping up, and helping out, whenever and where ever they see a need.

North Shuswap First Responders would like to thank all those in our communities who continue to lend a helping hand. Everyone, from the lovely lady, a very special person, who allowed NSFR to use her land to host our communication equipment for the past 25 years, to the fine ladies and gentlemen who have provided their ongoing support, making brackets and sheds as well as dismantling and reassembling equipment whenever it requires updating, to the home owners and businesses that have housed additional equipment and oxygen tanks, and to the individuals, associations and local businesses that have continued to provide financial and moral support to keep us outfitted and ready to respond. We thank all of you! We are so lucky to live in such a caring community.

If you have ever considered becoming part of our team, now is the perfect time. At present, we are training those who can commit to one 24 hour day per week to be on call and volunteer as a dispatcher, sending responders to an emergency if and when one arises. As well, we will soon begin our next training sessions for those wanting to respond to medical emergency situations. We do need more responders in each of our communities. Please consider where you would like best to help, and give us a call today.

Together, ‘We Make A Difference.’

If you are interested in learning more about becoming an NSFR dispatcher, please call Judy Bryenton at 778-2072088 to find out what you can expect.

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a First Responder, please contact Phyllis Shrum at 250-9552949 or pshrum52@gmail.com with your questions.

Please contact Don Devine at donedevine@gmail.com or call 250955-2101 to make arrangements and find out more about the home care medical equipment we have available for your use, free of charge.

For those of you still looking to order your green with white reflective address sign (just $35), you may contact Margaret Needham at 250-6792334 or ma.needham49@gmail.com .

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

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Shuswap Solar Energy Society Shines a Light on Clean Energy

By Laurie Jones With public concern about climate change heightened by recent climate strikes and protests, it’s heartening to learn of a local Shuswap group actively assisting individuals and communities who would like to reduce their carbon emissions by switching to solar energy.

The non-profit Shuswap Solar Energy Society (SSES) was founded in November 11, 2017, concerned about the rapid advance of climate change and the need for urgent action.

The Society seeks to foster the practical development of solar energy in the Shus-

wap area through education and demonstration of the benefits of solar power. They hope to contribute to a world where solar energy is an established method for powering environmentally friendly, healthy, and resilient communities.

One of the roles of the SSES is to bring together community leaders and private citizens interested in combining forces to achieve clean energy solutions. Directors meet with municipalities, advise on innovative financing options, meet with policy makers and sponsor economic development.

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gy Society’s first community-owned solar array project was done in partnership with The First United Church. An official ceremony took place at the First United Church on September 25. The 30-panel array installed on the church rooftop will provide 12 kilowatt hours or approximately 37% of its electricity requirements. The installation was done by A+ Solar Solutions.

The Hugh Tyson Memorial Community Solar Array was named in honour of one of the Society’s Directors who was a very important and dedicated member of the Society, but sadly, passed away before he could commemorate the successful completion of Salmon Arm’s first Communityowned solar array.

Funding for the project was raised by donations and debentures (loans), the debentures came from individual investors. In total, 32 generous people raised over $31,000.

Community solar is gaining in popularity worldwide because it allows multiple participants to benefit directly from one solar array and assists people who want to share the use of solar power, but are restricted by finances or not enough sunshine for their own installation. Shared solar participants typically benefit by owning or leasing a portion of a system, or by purchasing kilowatt-hour blocks of renewable energy generation. People who live in condos or rented properties can benefit from these systems as well.

There are plans in the works for a SSES Community Solar Array project in partnership with the Salmon Arm Art Gallery. However, as more people, anxious to solve environmental problems become interested in renewable energy, the Society’s members may be spending less time with projects in the future and more time engaging the public, showing how effective solar can be as an energy source in this province.

President and Chair of the Shuswap Solar Energy Society, Dr. Warren Bell, speaks about the general perception that BC lacks the necessary sunshine to be financially viable in harnessing solar power. “We are roughly the same lati-

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tude as Germany and they have massive amounts of solar to provide for private homes and neighbourhood arrays where all the homes are hooked together.”

Like housing, transportation is heading towards renewable energy with solar powered cars. Currently, homes are being set up to power electric cars from the garage. Says President Dr. Warren Bell, “Solar has the advantage that it is relatively maintenance free, guaranteed to last 25 years.

After 25 years they will still have 80% of their capability, and nobody knows how long it lasts.”

If you would like to learn more or become involved in local solar power initiatives, visit the shuswapsolarsociety.org website and become a donator or a Shuswap Solar Energy Society member. A lifetime membership is only $20. As a member, you will become a part of a group working to promote solar energy and sustainable communities, in addition to accessing information about the benefits of solar energy, and how to make it work for you. With a membership you will also learn about new developments in solar energy, both locally and worldwide.

The shuswapsolarsociety.org website also acts as a resource for people who are searching for solar installation companies. A list of installers that serve the Shuswap area are linked to each installer’s site, companies such as A+Solar Solutions, Shuswap Solar, Sweet Spot Solar and Empower Energy to name a few.

There is plenty of news on the website on how local and various regions in BC and Alberta are implementing community solar arrays. Another helpful resource includes a link to solar maps that estimate the performance of energy grids throughout the world.

Keep up-to-date about the latest information sessions or events such as The Bountiful Future of Solar that are held locally and posted on the Society’s Facebook page, along with current updates on solar innovations and initiatives.

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Benefits of Joining a Local Fire Department Since then, he has attended a wide

By Jo Anne Malpass variety of calls and been on the attack Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) fire departments through- line, entering two burning buildings.

To increase his firefighter out the region are looking for new reknowledge and abilities, he has attendcruits to join the fire departments to help contribute to the safety and securi- ed about 10 different courses in Salmon Arm, along with weekly training at the ty of our communities. fire hall led by Chief Mike Engholm or Greg Goyer, a firefighter with Scotch Creek / Lee Creek Fire Depart- sometimes Fire Services Coordinator Sean Coubrough. Greg started as a rement, spoke to the Kicker about the cruit and after taking extebenefits of being inrior and interior fire trainvolved with the fire deing to become a firefightpartment. er, he has moved up the “The job is always ranks, recently being proexciting; you don’t know moted to lieutenant. He what you are showing up has also taken courses on to.” dealing with forest fires Greg had been comand is working toward ing to a cabin here since getting involved with the he was 12, he’s 26 now. structural protection unit.

When he moved to the Greg likes to make reShuswap from the White claimed wood furniture Rock area just over two and enjoys mechanical years ago, he joined the work but has learned valFire Department almost uable skills useful for a immediately in Septemregular job or when seekber 2017. ing paid work. These While at the coast, he include an air brakes had met a SC / LC fire course to be able to drive department member. “He told me - great hall, great Greg Goyer, Scotch Creek / Lee large and emergency vehiCreek Fire Department cles, first aid training, a members and how great the chief was.” In 2013, a wood burning chain saw course, leadership skills, sauna had started on fire at their proper- public relations and even how to work as a team. ty here and SC / LC department reGreg said one of the benefits to him sponded. The fellow he met at the coast is the great friendships he has made, was at that call. learning about the area from people When Julia Houston, a member of the fire department, reached out to him who have lived here all their lives and given him connections to local opportushortly after he moved here and told nities. him when the next practice was, he It’s also nice to get paid, he said. showed up, and kept going each week.

Greg also understands what it’s like CSRD Firefighters are paid by the hour to lose everything in a fire. In 2014, his for call outs and training, as well as family’s house burned down, displacing remuneration for gas.

He has been able to enjoy a free the family for a while. They moved a dinner each year sponsored by the modular home onto the property and Christian Fellowship Church, and be then a couple of years later, sold it to involved with the Halloween party, move out to Scotch Creek.

Greg joined just before the Copper fireworks and garage sale each year.

Greg encourages anyone interested Island Pub burned down but didn’t have to come to a practice to see what it’s all enough training yet to take part. His first call out was for lines down, where about. North Shuswap Fire Departments train every Tuesday from 7:00 to he was able to help cut up a tree and 9:00 pm. clear the road.

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Grizzly Lodge Featured at Business Luncheon

Phone (250) 955-2002 Enquiries: shuswaphub@yahoo.com Located at The Hub in Scotch Creek 4113 Squilax-Anglemont Rd.

By Jo Anne Malpass Adam Trainer, owner of Grizzly Lodge, talked about his start in business and getting the Lodge up and running when he was the guest speaker Oct. 17 at the monthly business luncheon at North Shuswap Christian Fellowship Church.

Grizzly Lodge is located 50 kilometers by logging roads from Scotch Creek, between Shuswap Lake and Adams Lake. Grizzly Lodge offers backcountry snowmobiling with over 120 km of riding terrain. The 12,000 sq. ft. Lodge can accommodate 28 guests and offers home-style meals, a licensed bar, massage therapy, hot tub and sauna, Wi-Fi and a games room with a big screen TV. Born in Grand Forks, Adam came from a large family and was home schooled for 12 years. His business career started at age 12 or 13, when he and a brother started A & D Yard Care Services. He soon realized that being paid by the hour meant the faster you worked, the less you earned. So, he started charging a flat rate, by the square foot. When his business grew to be more than he could handle, he hired two friends and the entrepreneurial spirit was born.

He went on to work in forestry, on a horse ranch and in the Alberta oil patch, where he met three friends who would eventually buy the Grizzly Lodge property with the idea of making it into a snowmobile lodge. Snowmobiling had always been a hobby in Adam’s family, starting with his grandfather, and the family always had several

snowmobiles operating.

The building had been sitting empty and was in disrepair, so the friends hired Adam as a caretaker and to work on finishing the building. By the spring of 2009, the owners had lost interest and worked an agreement with Adam to buy it. His first season started December 2009.

Adam talked about the lean years, trying to find the money to pay for fuel costs and insurance but said year by year the business started to grow. With endorsements from snowmobile athletes and professionals and being featured on TV and print media, every year has been better than the last.

In 2014, he married Rachel and they now have two sons. Rachel has been “fantastic support” with the business.

The business operates from December to April with maintenance and new build projects happening during the off season. He hires 14 to 15 staff in the winter, with 7 to 8 on shift operating two weeks on and two weeks off.

The Lodge offers three and four day packages for beginners to hardcore sledders. Beginners can ride with an experienced guide.

Novice riders can enjoy tracking up the many open meadows and lakes or stop and take in the view from Pukeashun Mountain. For experienced sledders, there’s the challenge of steep chutes and open bowls. For more information or to book a trip, go to www.grizzlylodge.ca The next business luncheon will be Nov 21. Guest speaker to be announced.

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Kickin’ Tech News End of Days for Windows 7 John Seymour Lakeside Technical Solutions

Earlier this year I wrote an article about the approaching end of support for Windows 7.

The date is January 14, 2020 so just a few months away.

For that reason I thought it might be a good idea to review what is happening and what you should do if you are currently running Windows 7 on your computer.

Before I do that though, I would like to make you aware of a new development on this front. Microsoft has released an update that will cause a pop -up on your screen to remind you of the upcoming end of support. So far it’s an optional update so you will only see it if you have automatic updates turned on. Some may find this pop-up unnerving but again, there’s really NO NEED TO PANIC! Windows 7 will not stop working on that day.

Windows releases updates on a fairly regular basis for all of their currently supported operating systems in order to keep them running smoothly and patch any security vulnerabilities as they are discovered. Your Windows computers will usually apply these updates automatically unless you specify otherwise in your computer settings. Come January 14, 2020 this will no longer happen so eventually your computer can and likely will become vulnerable.

Eventually, other companies that make products for Windows will stop supporting Windows 7 as well. That won’t happen over night of course and could even take years, depending on the product in question.

So, what should you do?

Assuming you plan on stick-

ing with Windows, then your choices are simple. You can either continue running Windows 7, or plan an upgrade to Windows 10 at some point. If you decide to stay on Windows 7, my advice would be to make sure you have good antivirus protection and are backing up your stuff regularly.

If on the other hand, you decide to upgrade, then there are some things you need to be aware of. First of all, there is a chance that some of your current programs and devices will no longer work after the upgrade, so it’s a good idea to check that ahead of time before you start. Generally if you Google your product name followed by the words ‘Windows 10 Compatible’, you will find what you need.

Most manufacturers post this info online.

Secondly, check to make sure you have a means to reinstall your software after the upgrade. Many products are actually supported on Windows 10 but will need to be re -installed with either an online download or the original DVDs. And lastly, make sure you have a good backup of your current system before starting the upgrade. If something goes wrong, you will want to have the option to go back. I recommend creating an image or clone of your computer using backup software built into Windows and an external hard drive.

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A Big Thank you from the Rocktober Crew On October 5, we held a dance at North Shuswap Community Hall to raise funds to help with replacing the hard wood floors in the Hall.

We had a live band, Fortunate Sons, rocking the crowd and keeping everyone dancing.

Thank you to our Community for coming out to support the North Shuswap Community Hall.

Big Thank you to our local business that donated to our event: TVDI, AL CHRISTOPHERSON, CELISTA ESTATE WINERY, SCOTCH CREEK MARKET, THE HUB, SUNNYSIDE SUPERMARKET and SMITH’S FARMHOUSE BAKERY. Thank you to our Designated Drivers, Ken and Kristen and our volunteers, Cynthia Bentley and Debbie Mackenzie for working the door and raffle tables.

The ROCKTOBER Committee looks forward to seeing everyone next year!

Courtney, Jolene, Karla, Kristy and Terry

Heartfelt Thank You Jack Lewis and JoAnn Groves would like to thank all their wonderful friends, neighbors & family for their kindness they have shown during Jo’s sudden illness.

We are overwhelmed by all the good deeds so many of you have done. Your help has been greatly appreciated.

Sincerely . . . . .Your Friends, Jack & Jo

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Transport Canada Removes Non-Compliant Buoys

Buoys and anchors removed from Scotch Creek and Celista areas.

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Areas targeted for enforcement included the Scotch Creek and Sicamous areas of Shuswap Lake, as well as Mara Lake.

Tagging notifies the owners of the violations and gives them an opportunity to ensure their buoy is brought into line with Transport Canada regulations. Buoys can be removed if they are not following the regulations regarding the correct size,

colour and identification.

This can be hazardous for boaters or other users of the lake. Buoys must also be affixed properly so they are anchored in place with appropriate materials.

Since November 2018, Transport Canada has removed 59 non-compliant buoys from Shuswap and Mara Lakes.

For more information on Transport Canada buoy regulations, there is a guide for owners. The link can be found at: https:// www.tc.gc.ca/Publications/ en/TP14799/PDF/HR/ TP14799E.pdf The CSRD has additional information for waterfront property owners regarding docks and buoys. For more, see the CSRD's website under Dock & Buoy Regulations.

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Long-time Magna Bay Resident Turns 100!

By Bev Shea Between 80 and 90 friends and family of Frankie Brown gathered at the Lakeview Centre October 5 to help Frankie celebrate her 100th birthday.

Family came from all over BC, Newfoundland, Ontario and Michigan with friends from near and far joining in the fun.

Judy Weller, who has known Frankie since she was a very little girl in Surrey, MC’d the event. Members of the family, friends and neighbors shared memories and there was a collection of photos from when Frankie was a baby right up until today to help spur more memories. We were treated to a lovely light lunch, birthday cake and champagne to help with the celebration.

Frankie and her husband Bruce bought their first property in Magna Bay back in the early 1960’s. The family and their friends had many happy summer holidays at the lake.

In the early 1980’s Bruce and Frankie built what is her present home and they became full-time residents of Magna Bay. They were very active in the community. Along with a group of friends, they started what it is now The Lakeview Centre. They were also founding members of the Anglebay Entertainers and the Boys of Mayhem.

These two groups put on the first of the now famous “Pig and Whistle Shows”. Until very recently Frankie continued to be a member of the Anglebay Entertainers and loved singing and being in the shows.

Frankie is an accomplished gardener and it is always a pleasure to walk or drive by her yard and see the crocus up around the trees. It is a sign of spring. Frankie also painted, quilted, and knit.

She is also an excellent bridge player.

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By Ted Danyluk Only one week left to get tickets for the Lions Cabaret & Silent Auction being held on Saturday, November 9 at the NSCA Hall.

This event has everything you ever wanted for a night out on the town. There will be a bar, there will be food, there will be entertainment by an awesome singing group “The Mountain Mamas”, and the best of all, the chance to bid on more than 50 items with a total value of more than $9000. You read it right, more than $9,000 in merchandise provided by the very generous businesses and artisans in the North Shuswap. Christmas is just around the corner so this could be your chance to get a jump on the season for that special gift.

There are gift certificates to every restaurant/coffee shop/hair salon/grocery store/ hotel/golf course in the North Shuswap as well as a helicopter ride, tools, sporting equipment, a Karaoke Machine, a bar fridge, a propane camp fire, diving service, septic service, dock lights, firewood, oil change, art work, a variety of liquor products, quilts and so much more. There is something for everybody, from the inexpensive to some items that are pricey but worth every penny. It even gets better; through the great help from John Seymour at Lakeside Technical Solutions we have been able to create a Wi-Fi hotspot in the hall giving you the opportunity to pay for your item(s) with a credit or debit card as well as cold hard cash. How good is that?

Tickets are available from Scotch Creek Market, Ross

Creek Store, Health Centre office, any Lions member or by contacting Dianne at 250955-0138. And best of all, the proceeds will be divided between the North Shuswap Lions Community Youth Fund and the North Shuswap Health Centre Society. Kids and people not feeling well, they all need our help.

Interested in joining the North Shuswap Lions? On Thursday, November 28 the Club will be hosting an Open House for prospective members. See the ad in this month’s edition of the Kicker for more details or phone our Membership Chairperson Pat Anderson at 250-955-2432.

The Lions would like to give a big Thank You to Bob Kendall, The Dock Doctor for making sure our swim dock located in front of the NSCA Hall in Celista was properly winterized.

More About the North Shuswap Community Youth Fund The North Shuswap Lions Community Youth Fund has been supporting the youth from the North Shuswap since August 2015. In the last four years this has totaled $21,333. Here is a brief summary of where the funds have been spent: ♦Celista Coffee House 90 Day Music Challenge ♦Celista Coffee House Youth Choir ♦helping fund three North Shuswap students to the National Musicfest Competition in Ottawa as part of the SASS Jazz Combo Band ♦donation to the Shuswap Youth Football program being attended by North Shuswap kids (Continued on page 35)

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Field to help pay for ice paint and junior hockey equipment ♦donation to a basketball camp being attended by North Shuswap kids ♦helping fund three North Shuswap students to Langley for the 2019 Provincial Junior High School Basketball Championships ♦donation to the North Shuswap Minor Baseball League ♦helping fund a North Shuswap student to Hawaii as part of a SASS Girls Soccer Team ♦funded a creative music presentation at North Shuswap Elementary School ♦donation to the Passion Bowl Drama Camp being attended by North Shuswap kids ♦donation to the Country Kids Playschool Society ♦helping to fund North Shuswap kids attending Camp Grafton ♦provided $75 Esso Gas Cards to the parents of 85 North Shuswap kids to help pay transportation costs to take them outside the North Shuswap for athletic, artistic or cultural activities.

If your child, whether they be 8 or 18 or any age in between, is involved in an organized, extra-curricular activity and needs to be driven outside of the North Shuswap to attend, you may qualify for transportation help from the Lions. Go to the North Shuswap Lions Club website, follow the links to get the application form and the directions as to where they are to be sent. Remember that you may make an application for each activity your child is involved in over the course of the year. As well if you are starting an activity for children in the North Shuswap that needs the support of the Lions, please contact our Treasurer Marlene Kergan at 250-9550378 for an application to our Community Youth Fund.

The Youth Fund is supported through donations, theme dinners, special event concessions but most importantly by our Cabaret & Silent Auction events. The Lions Thank You for your support in the past but we still need help from North Shuswap residents. We hope you will be able to attend our upcoming Cabaret & Silent Auction event so that we can continue funding the needs of the kids in the North Shuswap. See you on the 9th.

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By Jan Kudelka What a great night at the first North Shuswap CoffeeHouse Club at the Lakeview Community Centre.

The night opened with our emcee Michel Brideau, much beloved master of ceremonies for the season. I’m the audience warmer and set the jolly mood with a John Prine and 4 Non Blondes hit, that got folks singing right at the start. No pressure, right?

Then those marvellous 'MOUNTAIN MAMAS' Monique Nikl on banjo, Carol Ewanyshyn on bass and the great chief songstress Pat Hubner. They brought themed choices of a spooky flavor, and kudos to Carol for the full dress Monster Mash.

Our emcee Michel Brideau played fiddle and graced us with three instrumentals AND his first public singing, enfrancais no less!

So great to hear.

OUR Feature followed.

'The DOUBLE DOWN DAVES and THE SUNDAY CHOIR', Dave Allan, David Balser, Sue Allan, Nancy Parkinson, Loren McCausland, Mary Lou Lutjen, and Julie Bradley. Call it true, smooth and uplifting.

They were in fine voice and picked interesting songs.

Canned Heat, Tom Petty, Leonard Cohen, just a sample of the 11 songs set out in soaring harmony and finger picking. Truly inspirational bank of sound.

During the break, such amazing goodies were on the donation table, baked by our local people, wonderfully delicious! Thanks folks.

Keep it up and it's what we’ll be known for! The goodies and multiple hot drink choic-

es…what a kitchen team!! A huge thank you to Denise, Suzanne, Darla D. for their helping hearts and hands and generosity of their time, coming in early to make sure all was prepared for the evening's guests. Thank you to all the many volunteers, audience and musicians, who helped set up tables and chairs, and graciously stayed on till the end, to get everything cleaned up and set back in good order.

After the short break chowing down and socializing with friends, OPEN MIC resumed as Chris Cooke soloed and Jim Dingledein followed, 4 songs each, holding up the true country end of the night.

A great go on the first open mic part of the year and we know it will grow. I believe that, as one of the organizers. And I mean one, cause there is also Rick Whittaker, who is quickly learning the ropes on sound set up with the help of Jim LeDuc and Lena Whittaker all round trouble-shooter in communications and the practicalities that escape my distracted notice…(full disclosure) For my part in the proceedings I aim to encourage lots of variety to our open mics. Consider yourself invited with party pieces, poems, stand up bits, we even had interpretive dance one year. We hear that in January, the popular hit of the Pig and Whistle, 'Cows with Guns' is returning!

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inviting stage of the Lakeview Community Centre is proving its wonderful potential, as another place of heart lifting laughter and entertainment.

Next up for November 16 CoffeeHouse 'THE TAPPALACIAN STRING BAND'. Bring your selves, your instruments, your words. Tell your friends! At $4 a person and donation jar for the food, you can’t beat it!

By Pat Bauer & Loretta Greenough

The North Shuswap spends many hours opening Community Hall continues the hall for events and to be an active place with checking that everything is lovely weddings as well as OK after the event. She also dances being held. Thanks regularly posts the events on to Karla Lambert and her our sign. crew who Upcoming put on a events: Nov. 7 – lovely Flu Clinic Rocktober Nov. 9 – Dance on Lions CabOct. 5. aret and Thanks also Silent Aucto the many tion people who Dec. 7 – came to Farmer’s support our hall. l-r Kim Morgan handing Rose Sak the Market Craft Fair Bingo $1000.00 Jackpot cheque Dec. 8 – continues each Monday evening. Our Friendship Dinner Dec. 15 – Lions Christmas Jackpot of $1000 was won Party on Oct. 7 by Rose Sak. Rose volunteers for the Bin- Dec. 31 – Chamber of Comgo regularly so it was nice to merce New Year’s Dance The board continues to see a local win as well as someone who volunteers for be busy keeping the hall in good shape. Right now, the hall. Congratulations Karl Bischoff is busy planRose! Each night the final ning everything necessary to Bingo prize is $200. replace the floor in January.

At this time, we would We will be looking forward like to thank Kim Morgan for working tirelessly on the to an old fashioned work bee come January. bookings for the hall. She

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

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LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY Anglemont and Surrounding Area 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

By Carmen Tayles “Rise and Shine” Breakfast, Saturday, November 9, 9 am to 11:00 am. A heart-felt “Thank You” to The Kicker for sponsoring this month’s breakfast. $7.00 adults and $3.50 children. If you are interested in being a sponsor of, and/or helping with breakfast, please contact Jim Dingeldein at 250-682-6235.

Remembrance Day Service, November 11. Doors open 10:30 am. The theme for the service is Canadian Armed Forces in Afghanistan. It is requested that everyone be seated by 10:45 a.m. Cash bar. A light lunch will be served (by donation). FMI call Gloria 250-575-5749.

Please note: No Fitness Classes, Carpet Bowling, or Table Tennis on Remembrance Day, November 11.

Christmas Craft Fair, Saturday, November 23 from 10 am to 2 pm. Soup and sandwiches available for purchase.

Come out and support your local artists and vendors! Pick up some baking for those upcoming Christmas events!

Christmas Dinner and Dance, December 7, hosted by the Anglebay Entertainers. Music provided by “Sleepless Nights”, Cash Bar, 50/50, door prizes. Doors and Bar open at 5:00 pm, turkey supper with all the trimmings and desserts served at 6:00 pm. Dance 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. BYO plates and cutlery. Tickets are $25 each on sale after November 7. Please contact Ann Chow to purchase 250-9552899.

Annual General Meeting, Tuesday, November 12 at 2:30 pm. Elections and voting on updated By-laws. Susan Murray, Community Paramedic from Chase will be doing a short training class with the new and old AED equipment after the meeting 3:30 pm; all interested welcome to attend. The Centre is looking for people interested in serving on the Board of Directors (Directors at Large) as well as an Advertising Coordinator and Events Coordinator. All members are encouraged to attend.

New Activities Ideas - if you would like to start an activity, see an activity added, or start a new club at the Centre, please contact Jim 250-682-6235.

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ordinator and Advertising Coordinator. These are Volunteer Positions.

Events Coordinator: With subcommittees in place, the Event Coordinator will call the lead of each subcommittee to deliver information required to run scheduled events. The Event Coordinator ensures all areas of need to run a successful event are filled. Note: This does not mean that the Event Coordinator needs to be present for every event.

Advertising Coordinator: Writes monthly Editorial for Kicker, submits calendar of events to The Connector, builds posters when required, books advertising space, manages Facebook Page, and various other tasks associated with advertising.

We are still looking for volunteers to sign up for subcommittees of their interest such as “cleanup crew”, “kitchen crew”, “set up” crew, for examples. If any of these subcommittees or positions appeal to you and you enjoy using your local community centre, we encourage you to get involved.

Please see the sign-up sheets on the main floor bulletin board for further information and / or to sign up. You can also e-mail lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com with your information stating what subcommittee you are interested in.

If you would rather make a monetary donation to the Centre instead of volunteering, the Centre will issue a tax -deductible receipt for the donation.

There are no words to describe how much our volunteers mean to the Centre. Your work and interest in Lakeview Community Centre is what keeps it going! We need you and we are very Thankful for all your help!

The Centre’s monthly calendar can be found on the Centre’s bulletin boards or on our website lakeviewcommunitycentresociety.com. New members can sign up on the website under the About / Join section or contact Jim Dingeldein 250-682-6235 or Bob Ewart at 250-679-3816.

Facebook: Please “Like” our page. invite your friends and follow us on Facebook for current and upcoming events! (Lakeview Community Centre Anglemont)

Fine Art Show August 31st

We sincerely apologize for missing Maria Sabatino as one our talented local artists who participated in the Fine Art Show at NS Community Hall on Aug 31.

Maria has recently moved into the area and is looking forward to working with the local art group and in her new space creating new paintings.

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spring which would break

By Jan Penner the seal on the bottom of the Congratulations to this month’s winner Sherry Nick- bulb. The liquid would then either spray directly onto lin. She will receive this flames or would pour onto month’s $25 prize for correctly identifying our object some kind of tray or trough and be dispersed over the as a fire extinguisher.

This type of extinguisher area under it. It would apand various “cousins” shall pear that our pictured model is of the heat sensiwe say, were Last Month’s Thing tive spring variety. prevalent from Fire Extinguisher The liquid conthe 1870’s to tained in the about 1910. glass bulb varOriginally ied over time. made from Some contained hand-blown some glass, indusName That Thing saltwater, a chemical trial advances compound. led to conCarbon tetrastruction from chloride was manufactured reportedly used glass. Differmost commonent liquids ly. Its use was were condiscontinued tained inside, once its negaand the metive effects chanics varied were discovfrom model to ered. When model, but all Email: kicker@kicker.ca. released, it Call: 250-955-0534 were housed in Or drop answer in one of our drop could be deadly some kind of boxes at Scotch Creek Market, bracket.

Sunnyside Supermarket in Celista, or to anyone comRoss Creek Store in Magna Bay. ing into contact Some modEntry Deadline - Fri. Nov. 15 or breathing it! els rested in a No matter what the style wall mounted bracket and or the materials involved, were meant to be removed and thrown by hand at a fire. these types of fire extinguishers were not generally They were small and lightweight which enabled even a meant to extinguish a fire, child to use this “grenade” in but merely to contain it until an emergency. Other mod- other fire suppression material could be used (i.e. sand els, while still housed in a or water), or until fire perbracket were meant to be automatic and were heat acti- sonnel arrived.

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have in service in the North Shuswap, fire still destroys homes and businesses. In the late1800’s and early 1900’s, entire settlements were wiped out by small fires which got out of hand.

While our featured fire extinguisher made a difference, I am very thankful we have such wonderful personnel and equipment to educate us on fire safety and assist us in fire situations.

Thanks to the Chase and District Museum and Archives for supplying this item and next month’s as well!

Here it is! Get your guess in and you could be the next $25 prize winner.

27th Annual North Shuswap Friendship Dinner Submitted by Friendship Dinner Committee This is the 27th year of Friendship Dinners here in the North Shuswap and we, the committee, can’t wait to get started.

Dinner will be on Sunday December 8 at the North Shuswap Community Hall. Doors open at 5pm and dinner is at 5:30pm. Dinner tickets are free and can be picked up at the Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Market and Ross Creek Store after November 15.

There will be a cash donation box at the door for those who would like to contribute to help with costs for next year’s dinner event.

Please remember to bring your own dishes, mugs, and cutlery. A dessert table will be set up for any sweet items you would like to bring and share.

Please bring a beverage of your choice and please NON- ALCOHOLIC. Tea and coffee will be available.

This year we are holding a Silent Auction for 10 Christmas stockings.

The stockings will be filled with goodies and surprizes for the whole family. Bring your cheque book and bid for a special surprise for Christmas.

We still need volunteers to cook turkeys and potatoes.

We will also need volunteers to set up the hall Sunday, December 8, at 9:00 am.

It will take approximately 3 to 4 hrs to get

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the hall set up and tables and chairs set up. The more volunteers we get the quicker it will go, so contact Vicky Strachan by email at vgarden.vs@gmail.com to volunteer.

After dinner and fun has been had by all, we will also need volunteers to help in cleaning up and putting everything away.

Please email Vicky Strachan at vgar-

den.vs@gmail.com if you can help throughout the day or evening with any of these tasks or to help in the kitchen doing food preparation.

Mark it on your calendar SUNDAY, DECEMBER 08, 2019. Hope to see you all there!

With your help and donations, we will see you next year!

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Chase and District Fish and Game

Time to start planning your float for the North Shuswap Christmas Parade Scheduled for Saturday December 7th For more info call Debbie 250-804-8097 or email: northshuswapbc@gmail.com

By Helen Dalin The Trap and Skeet section of the CDFGC has been busy, holding its first fun shoot on October 6. There were 14 participants, 3 ladies and 11 men. Colleen Cassman won first place for the ladies and Bill Doebert won first place for the men’s division so both received a beautiful Costco spiral glazed ham for Thanksgiving dinner. Second place winners won some wine and chocolates and 3rd place, some mixed nuts.

Everyone also enjoyed a delicious chili lunch with fresh buns that Vickey Bischoff made, plus some homemade cookies, cake and coffee brought by Helen Dalin. The weather was amazing that day.

It was a wonderful fall day and a great time by all who attended. The next shoot will be a usual practice shoot on November 10. As usual we are always open to teaching new members how to Trap and Skeet shoot. Please contact Helen or William Dalin at 250 -679-8019 to set up a lesson, ahead of time to an actual practice shoot day. This helps the new member feel much more comfortable and allows us the time to go over safety rules and procedures ahead of time.

Terry Berreth is still working steadily on the new pistol pit section of the range. Cement pads will hopefully be poured soon, and target stands set up at 5, 10 and 15 meters.

CDFGC needs some sand for a base. 30 x 60 feet 4 inches deep. If anyone can help with this could they contact Terry Berreth at 250-318-1064. Only pistols and .22 rifles may be used in the pistol pit area. All other rifles must be used in the original rifle area.

Shooters using the CDFGC range please be respectful and responsible. Please remember to pick up your shell casings after you shoot. The CDFGC is a volunteer organization so if you don’t pick up your own shell casings you are leaving them for a hard-working volunteer. Also please shoot at targets only – not the general stands and equipment. This area is used on an honour system so please help the volunteers in any way you can. Thank you from the CDFGC executive.

Brian Lauzon our president and archery coordinator has received a letter from the BC Winter Games committee. If there are any archers out there between the ages of 15-17 please contact Brian Lauzon if you want to participate in the BC Winter Games archery division for our zone. Our zone is looking for archers in this age group. Brian can give you information on who to contact.

November monthly meeting coming up is the AGM for our club. We are hoping for lots of members to come out and share their ideas and show support for the club. There is a time change for the meetings from 7:30 pm to 7 pm start time at Creekside Senior Center. Meetings take place the 3rd Monday of the month every month except July and August. This time changed will help members who live outside of town get home earlier.

The CDFGC is always welcoming new members. If you like outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting. hiking and archery this may be the club for you. Lots of great people to talk to with a wealth of information and knowledge about our area.

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Celebrate Christmas with the Lions and the Kicker The Lions Club always makes it a special day for the children when they host their annual Kid’s Christmas party, this year on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the North Shuswap Community Hall.

Santa will be there to hear each child’s wish list and have pictures taken with him. The Lions set up a fishpond and a face painting booth and give out hot dogs, hot chocolate, treats and coffee. Adults can purchase tickets from the Lions to enter draws for an assortment of donated gift baskets.

At the party, awards will be presented for The Kicker’s 22nd Kid’s Christmas Colouring Contest. There are usually over 100 children at the party and the Kicker, with the help of generous donors, makes sure there is a gift for each one of them. If you would like to donate,

please contact the Kicker at 250-955-0534 or email kicker@kicker.ca Colouring pages for The Kicker’s 22nd Kid’s Christmas Colouring Contest will be available after November 22 and must be returned

by Dec. 9.

Pick up and drop off locations are Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Market, Ross Creek Store and North Shuswap School. Contest is open to North Shuswap residents only. Four prizes will be awarded in each age category, 5 and under, 6-8, 9-10 and 11-13.

We encourage everyone in the community to join the party and not to miss the Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade, Saturday December 7, in Scotch Creek. If you are entering a parade float, please let the Chamber know at northshuswapbc@gmail.com.

25th Annual Chase Country Christmas

By Joanne Johnston The plans are underway for the 25th annual Chase Country Christmas.

Our Theme this year is “Snowflakes”.

Friday Dec. 6 will kick off this event with our parade starting at 5:30 pm. More activities will follow into the evening, then continue Saturday with more events includ-

ing a Craft and Vendor Fair, breakfast and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Clause & more.

Our Country Christmas Store will also be open both days.

Watch for more information and schedule of events at the end of November. For more information, call Joanne at The Willows 250679-3189

Sunday, December 15 1:30 - 3:30 PM North Shuswap Community Hall

The Kicker Colouring Contest Prize Winners Will Be Announced C OME AND E NJOY H OTDOGS , C OFFEE , H OT C HOCOLATE , J UICE

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RAFFLE FOR ADULTS FACE PAINTING NORTH SHUSWAP LIONS FMI - Call Lion Marlene, 250-955-0378

4 Age Categories: 5 & under ● 6 - 8 9 - 10 ● 11 - 13 Prizes Four prizes will be awarded in each age category at the Lions Children’s Christmas Party on Dec 15th. There will also be plenty of door prizes so be sure to attend.

Entry Forms: Can be picked up November 22nd at North Shuswap Elementary, Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside Supermarket and Ross Creek Country Store.

Deadline: All entries must be in by Sunday December 9th.

Only one entry per person. Open to North Shuswap residents only.

Drop off entries at same locations as above.

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Witches on Paddle Boards FUNd Raise for NS Health Centre Submitted by Charlotte Smith Motorists on the Squilax-Anglemont Rd in Lee Creek had a delightful surprise on October 18. Ten ‘witches’ on paddle boards glided around Indigo Bay for some clean healthy fun and to draw attention to a FUNdraiser for the North Shuswap Health Centre.

Sasha Pellow created the event after seeing a similar event posted in Portland, Oregon. The coven of witches hopes to make it an annual event supporting different North Shuswap SUP Witches fundraise for North Shuswap Health Centre. organizations each year.

Photo by John Robins In her Facebook Fundraiser, Sasha Pellow says, “Today my self and some of the North Shuswap’s finest Women Entrepre- neurs Set sail on our SUPs (stand up paddle boards) in a quest to raise funds for our Health Centre in Scotch Creek, BC. And to make it even more fun we dressed as Witches :) Thank you BeTeased/The Hub - Sharon Toews, Charlotte Smith our property management queen, Taryn Ashley Bell our fitness babe, Michelle Soloshy Cyr and Michelle Cox from Mighty Mouse Landscaping, Jennifer Spooner & Rachel from the Spooner Clan & Celine Zanders from H&R Block as well as the Trout Scout & So many more! What a team of beautiful Witches raising funds for a good cause.”

If you’d like to support, please go to ‘Sasha's Birthday Fundraiser for North Shuswap Health Centre Society’ before Pictured L-R: Charlotte, Michelle, Jen, Sharon, Sasha, Celine, Rachel, the end of November https://bit.ly/2JklPIb to donate or Taryn and Michelle share.

Thank you to everyone who participated in and made donations to our 2019 Fundraising Events!!

Special Thanks to BC Parks for allowing the Great Scotch Creek Walk-About to be held in beautiful Shuswap Lake Provincial Park!!

A special shout out to all our dedicated volunteers including the NS Lions Club!!

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School News

By Jan Penner As always, the year is zipping by.

Interim reports have been completed and we are now gearing up for the 1st Term/ Goal Setting/ Parent-Student-Teacher Conference on November 21st. This is an Early Dismissal Day and students without early appointments will be sent home on the bus.

Remembrance Day Assembly will take place on Friday, November 8th. We welcome community members attendance and offer a special invitation to any area veterans. Please check the school website for the start time.

The official Kindergarten registration date has passed but, if you have or know of a child who is or will be 5 by December 31st, 2020, they can still be registered. Simply bring in your paperwork to the office and Mrs. Dawson will be happy to help you! Having an idea of how many Kindergarten students will be starting at North Shuswap in September 2020 helps us make staffing and support plans.

A big thanks to everyone who donated bottles to the Division 1 Bottle Drive on October 19th. Your generosity is much appreciated. If you wish to donate recyclables to Division 1 or the school, you can take your cans and bottles to the Scotch Creek Bottle Depot and let Doug and his staff know where you would like them to go and they will take care of it!

The hot lunch program is underway.

Thanks to PAC, Scotch Creek Market, the North Shuswap Lions and the Christmas Hamper Society for their generous donations of money and time. The hot meal once a week is a real treat for everyone!

Our annual Hallowe’en celebration, Hallowe’en Howl took place on the 31st.

Everyone who participated seemed to have a good time. Thanks to Mr. Schmidt and his students for organizing and judging the pumpkin carving contest.

There were, as always, some really creative entries.

Our school is expecting to be home to a wheelchair collection for a few weeks.

They are part of a program promoting empathy and recognition of diversity.

Many who have played wheelchair basketball for the first time come away from the experience with a new respect for those with physical challenges, and such awareness transfers to greater awareness of all challenges, be they physical, mental or economic. Wheelchair basketball is one of the planned activities!

With the possibility of winter road conditions in the near future, a reminder to watch for children walking to and from bus stops. Sometimes there is not much room on the shoulder and conditions are slippery. Please slow down and be cautious when passing pedestrians.

North Shuswap Players Begin Work on New Project

By Bev Shea The North Shuswap Players are about to begin working on a Murder Mystery Dinner and we want to invite you to get involved.

We are a community theatre group.

We try to do a production at least every two years.

We are looking for actors, directors, stage managers, set builders, sound and light people. There are lots of way you can get involved.

Your first step would be to come to a meeting on Tuesday, November 12.

This meeting will be held in the club room at the North Shuswap Community Hall (Celista hall) at 7:00 pm. We

on the highway in Celista

Know of someone in need of comfort or encouragement?

Just let us know and we can provide a prayer shawl

Join us for worship Sundays at 11:00

Everyone welcome!

Contact us at worship@stdavidschurch.info or 250-679-2157 Visit our website: www.stdavidschurch.info

Thrift Shop Closed for the Season

Thanks to all

will be doing a reading from a play we who have shopped, visited and are thinking of doing. made contributions Come and join us, read a part or just listen. We will need 2 male actors and 3 females for this script.

We look St. David’s by-the-Lake North Shuswap forward to seeChristian Fellowship Anglican/United Church ing you on No Worship & Sunday School, 10:30 am  Sunday, 11am vember 12 and Potluck 3rd Sunday after service 5518 S-A Rd, Celista getting to work 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek www.stdavidschurch.info Pastor Scott Ross on this project.

Rev Brian Smith If you would Shuswap Community Church like some more Catholic Services Sorrento Campus Our Lady of the Lake - Blind Bay information call Sunday, 10:30 am  Sunday, 11: 15 am Bev Shea 250At Sorrento Memorial Hall Blessed Sacrament - Chase 1159 Passchendale Rd. 955-0365.  Saturday ,4pm 250.835.4004

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3:30pm at NS Community Hall. Topics will include: roads, community watch, emergency program & Scotch Creek Water. Hosted by Area F Director Jay Simpson.

• Alan Gerber - Famous blues and jazz artist, at the Hub Nov. 2. Tickets 250-955-2002 • Doctors in Clinic - . NS Health Centre. Nov. 4 -8 Dr. Mistry, Nov. 20-23 Dr. Leighton. 250-955 -0660 for appointments.

• Rise and Shine” Breakfast - Sat. Nov. 9, 9 am to 11:00am. Sponsored by the Kicker. Lakeview Centre Anglemont.

• Cabaret & Silent Auction - Nov. 9, 6:30pm at NS Community Hall. Entertainment by The Mountain Mamas. Drinks and appy’s, 50/50 draw. Hosted by NS Lions. Tickets - Dianne at 250-955-0138.

• Remembrance Day Service - Nov. 11, Lakeview Centre Anglemont. Please be seated by 10:45 am. FMI Gloria 250-575-5749 • North Shuswap Players - 1st Production meeting, Nov. 12, 7 pm. NS Community Hall Club room. All welcome to get involved. FMI Bev at 250-955-0365 • Coffee House at Lakeview - Sat. Nov. 16.

Doors open at 6pm. (set-up at 5:30pm). Open mic 6:30 - 7:30. Feature Act 7:30 - 8:15 then back to open mic till close.

• Janis Joplin Dinner Theatre - Nov. 16 at the Hub. FMI & tickets call 250-955-2002.

• Business Luncheon - Thurs. Nov. 21, noon to 1pm at NS Christian Fellowship. 4079 Buttes Rd. Free lunch. Guest speaker TBA • Christmas Craft Fair - Nov. 23, 10 am – 2 pm.

Lakeview Centre Anglemont. Support local artists and vendors. FMI Suzanne 250-572-0411 • Tim Reardon / Sip & Shop - Nov. 23 at the Hub. FMI & tickets call 250-955-2002.

• NS Chamber Meeting - at Lakeview Centre on Nov 25 at 6:30pm. Be a part of our business community. Bring an appy and beverage.

• Christmas Decorating Contest - home or business. NS Chamber. Must be decorated by Dec. 6. Entries to northshuswapbc@gmail.com • Kids Klub - Tuesdays after school, 2 - 4pm at NS Elementary School. FMI 250-955-0071 • Lions Club Meat & 50/50 Draw - Saturdays 3 -5pm, weekly at The Hub. • North Shuswap Lions Open House - for prospective members. Thurs. Nov. 28 at 7pm. NS Community Hall. See ad on pg 34 • Stiff Whiskers - Nov. 30 at the Hub. FMI & tickets call 250-955-2002.

• Christmas Parade - Dec. 7 Scotch Creek. To enter a float northshuswapbc@gmail.com

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• Farmers’ Market Craft Fair - Dec. 7, 10am to

2pm. At NS Community Hall. See ad on pg. 37 • Christmas Dinner and Dance - Dec. 7 at Lakeview Centre. Doors open 5pm. Music by ‘Sleepless Nights’ Turkey supper. Tickets after Nov. 7. Call Ann 250-955-2899.

• Friendship Dinner - Sun. Dec. 8. NS Community Hall. Doors open 5 pm. Free tickets Scotch Creek Market, Sunnyside & Ross Creek Store.

Bring plates, cutlery, mugs & something for dessert table. Volunteers needed, email vgarden.vs@gmail.com • Lions Christmas Party & Kicker Colouring Contest Prizes - Dec. 15, 1:30- 3:30 pm, NS Community Hall. Hot dogs, hot chocolate, games, pictures with Santa and gifts for all the children. Everyone welcome.

SOUTH SHUSWAP • South Shuswap Library - . Baby Talk. Social and interactive hour. A health nurse program with a variety of topics. Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:15 am. Ages 18 months and under with caregiver. Drop-in. Free. Pajama Storytime. Come and enjoy the fun. Dec. 3, 66:45pm. Get Crafty with the Silverbacks Dec. 2 3-4:30pm. Pre-registration required. ADULTS Learn to Crochet with Terry. Start with basic stitches, then simple projects! Ages 8 and up.

Pre-registration required. Hooks and practice wool provided. Sat, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 11 am -12pm. Mandala Rock Painting and Acrylic Ink Pour Nov. 21 12:30-1:30pm. Preregistration required. Max. 10 participants.

Laughter Yoga. Nov. 7, 14, 28 and Dec. 5,10:15- 11:15am. Please pre-register by calling the branch at 250-675-4818. Max. 15 participants • Christmas Craft & Bake Sale - Nov. 9, 9am 2pm. Sorrento Drop In Centre, lower level 1148 Passchendaele Road.

• Christmas Craft Sale - takes place on Saturday, November 16 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Carlin Hall – 4051 Myers Frontage Rd. Tappen FYI or table rentals call Joan 250-835-0104 • Artistry Gift And Bake Sale - Nov. 16 & 17, 10am - 3 pm. Blind Bay Memorial Hall.

• .Jean Toker Fluid Art Class - Nov. 22 Blind Bay Memorial Hall. Agnes at blinky13@gmail.com or call 250-253-5200.

• Seniors' Christmas Party and Silent Auction – Fri. Nov. 29. Doors open 6 pm. Sorrento Glee Club will entertain. Light refreshments at 8 pm.

Free to all area seniors. Sorrento Memorial Hall.

For more South Shuswap events see the South Shuswap Scoop scheduled to deliver Dec 6 CHASE & AREA • Chase Library Events - Tweens Activity Nov

8, 3-4pm ages 9-12 years old. Drop-in. NaNoWriMo Nov 1, 15, 29 Noon-3pm. Connect with other writers. Books, paper, pens provided!

More information at Nanowrimo.org Drop-in.

Garden Chat Group – A few sessions left before winter. 4-6pm, everyone welcome. Nov 14, 28, Dec 12. Yarn & Yap Every Sat, starting Nov 9 10am-4pm. Crochet or knit. Get help or just enjoy company. Drop-in. Story Buddies make reading more fun. Thursdays 3-3:30pm.

Author Talk Sat Nov 16 2-3pm. Carolyn Parks Mintz reading from her newest book, "Resolve—The Story of the Chelsea Family and A First Nation Community’s Will to Heal".

250.679.3331 • Curling has started in Chase. Room for all curlers young and old. Please come and join us. Opening Fun Spiel Nov. 2 (lunch and curling), starting @ 10am, four 4 end games, EVERYONE WELCOME a great opportunity for an affordable fun activity!!FMI Janice 250-6794471. Pancake Breakfast Sun. Nov. 10. 9 to 11 am. Pancakes, sausages, eggs, coffee/tea, juice and lots of friendly smiles. Hope to see you there. All proceeds go to day operating of the completely volunteer run Chase Curling Club.

• Chase & District Fish & Game Club AGM Mon. Nov. 18, 7pm at Creekside Centre.

• 25th Chase Country Christmas - Starts Dec. 6 with parade at 5:30pm. Continues Dec. 7 with breakfast, pics with Santa, craft & vendor fair SALMON ARM & AREA • Tsuts’weye Open House - Tues. Nov. 5 from 3-6pm to support women entrepreneurs. Community Futures Shuswap office. 101-160 Harbourfront Drive NE • Buddhist Meditation Centre - Guided Meditation/Freedom from Painful Emotions: Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 / 7-8:30 pm. Lunchtime Toonie Thurs. Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 / 12-12:25 pm. Universal Compassion book study: Nov. 1, 29, 7-9 pm/ Nov. 2, 30, 9:30 -11:30 am. (Registration required for book study) call Diane @ 250-4633163. Prayers for Peace, Sunday Nov. 3, 11noon. #130-2960 Okanagan Ave SE. FLU CLINICS North Shuswap - Thurs Nov 7 from 10-3pm at NS Community Hall.

Chase - Thurs Nov 14th from 10-3pm At Chase & District Health Center. 825 Thompson Ave Family Flu Clinics at Chase Health Center are Wed Nov 20 and Dec. 5. Booked appts only.

Call 250-679-1393 to book appts.

For more events in and around the Shuswap check out North Shuswap Events on Facebook or Shuswap Culture: http://shuswapculture.ca/ Event organizers can submit details admin@shuswapculture.ca

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Chase Health Centre - 250-679-1400 SS Health Services Society - Sue McCrae 250-675-3562 Sorrento Health Centre – 250 803-5251 After Hours emergency 1-877-996-3344 Sorrento Health Centre Society – Marilyn Clark,250-675-2449 Regular hours 250-832-8194 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-0981 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Rob MacDuff at 250-505-2781 Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-682-3094 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250.515.3276 Lions Club.. Pat Anderson 250-955-2432 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 AWE Society.. email: awesociety7@gmail.com. Notch Hill Cemetery Society - Louise 250-253-5776 Baseball Club.. Mike McManamna.. 250-819-0522 NS Art Group.. Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 or 250-955-0688 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Blind Bay Garden Club…Susan 250-835-2351 Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 NS Christian Fellowship.. 250-955-2545 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Gerry 250-955-6279 North Shuswap - Angela Lagore 250-320-2012 NS Elementary School.. Rob Ellis 250-955-2214 South Shuswap - Karen Brown 250-515-0002 NS Players.. Judy Weller 250-955-0744 Chase - 250-679-8432 Okanagan Regional Library.. Chase Fish & Game Club.. Helen 250-679-8019 North Shuswap.. Lee Carreiro 250-955-8198 COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS South Shuswap.. Leigh Schaffer.. 250-675-4818 Lakeview Community Centre Parents Advisory Committee.. Angela Simpson, 250-377-5406 ♦Hall Bookings ..Jim Dingeldein 250-682-6235 Parks Commission Contact.. CSRD 1-888-248-2773 NS Community Association.. Pat Bauer 250-955-6463 RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION ♦Hall Bookings – Kim Morgan 403-819-0863 Anglemont Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833-7610 Magna Bay - Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Sorrento & Area Community Association (SACA) – Barry Scotch Creek - Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 Stokes, 250-675-3306 St. Ives - Miki Andrejevic 780-405-5571 Country Kids Play School.. Alanna Stearns 250-679-3005 School District # 83 Trustee Marty Gibbons Country Gardens Garden Club.. Chris Trueman mgibbons@sd83.bc.ca 250-955-6467 Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Markus Schrott, 250-307-4360, CRIMESTOPPERS.. 1-800-222-8477 seymoursledding@gmail.com Crowfoot Snowmobile Club.. 250-682-3350 Shuswap Community Foundation .. 250-832-5428 CSRD - Area F Director.. Jay Simpson – 250-517-9578 www.shuswapfoundation.ca FIRE DEPARTMENTS Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Cooperman Anglemont - Graham Lucas - 250-318-7157 250-679-3693 Celista - Roy Philips - 250-804-3349 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Scotch Creek/Lee Creek - Mike Engholm - 250-320-0768 Shuswap Lake Aero Modelers.. 1-866-293-3851 www.slams.ca Skwlax - Keith Power - 250-679-4472 Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gerry 250-517-7111 or Sharon Fire Services Coordinator - Sean Coubrough, 250-833-5955 250-832-4588 Shuswap Rock Club.. Pat or Gail Bowden 250-675-2849 FIRST RESPONDERS Shuswap Theatre Society.. http://shuswaptheatre.com/ NS First Responders Phyllis Shrum 250-955-2949 https://www.facebook.com/Shuswaptheatre/ NS First Responder Society.. Catherine McCrea Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Luke Gubbles 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 Packer HEALTH SERVICES 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

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NOTE: some classes take a break in the summer. Check before you go. To add a meeting/event call 250-955-0534, email kicker@kicker.ca

NORTH SHUSWAP CELISTA COMMUNITY HALL 5456 Squilax Anglemont Rd • BINGO - Monday (except stats). $1000 Progressive Jackpot (must be legal age). Doors open at 6. Games start at 7. FMI Sue at 250-517 -7240 (license #92155) • Coffeehouse - 3rd Sat. Oct to May. Set-up at 6pm. Doors open 7pm. Open mic at 7:30pm Community Association - 3rd Tues. at 7pm.

• Historical Society - meeting 2nd Thurs at 2pm.

• Kids Klub - Tues. 2 - 4pm at NS Elementary School. FMI 250-955-0071 • Lions Club - meet 2nd & 4th Thurs 7pm • NIA Dance Fusion Classes - Tues & Fri 10:30am -11:30am. FMI Nancy 250-679-8233 • NS First Responders Society - meet 2nd Tues. of the month at 1pm • N.S. Players - meet 2nd Tues. of the month, 7pm.

LAKEVIEW CENTRE ACTIVITIES 7703 Squilax-Anglemont Rd, Anglemont • Anglebay Entertainers - Wed. 1pm - 3pm • Arts & Crafts - Tues. 10am - 2pm (bring a lunch) • Carpet Bowling – Mon & Thurs. 10am to noon.

• Country Gardeners - 3rd Wed. 1:30 - 3:30 pm • Cribbage - Thurs. 1pm to 3pm.

• Dance Lessons - Wed. 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm • Fitness Classes - Mon. 8:30am, Wed. 9am, 5pm, Fri. 9am. (cancelled Oct. 14 - 18 ) • General Meetings 2nd Tues. 2:30pm • Rise N Shine Family Breakfast - 2nd Sat. 9-11am • Table Tennis - Mon & Thurs 1pm OTHER NORTH SHUSWAP ACTIVITIES • Business Lunch Talk (BLT)- 3rd Thurs 12pm to 1pm. North Shuswap Christian Fellowship Church. 4079 Butters Road. Scotch Creek • Chamber of Commerce Meetings - last Mon of the month, Location to be announced • Fitness classes at Quaaout Lodge - Mon, Wed, Fri - Yoga at 8:30am and Aquafit at 10am. FMI 250.679.3090 (cancelled Oct 14-18) • Lions Club Meat Draw & 50/50 Draw Saturdays at the Hub in Scotch Creek 3-5pm.

• Neighbours Seniors Club - Wed. 12 to 3pm.

Lunch, games, entertainment, coffee/dessert & fellowship. N.S. Christian Fellowship FMI Marion 250-679-2369 / Sherri 250-955-0036.

• NS First Responders - 1st & 3rd Thurs, 7pm at Celista Fire Hall.

• NS Health Centre Society - Call Kris 250-9550383 for meeting information.

• Pickleball at Rose Clifford Park in Scotch Creek daily 9am to 11am. FMI & to inquire about lessons call 250-371-7567 • Yoga at Life Force Centre at Gateway Resort in Lee Creek-Mon-Sat 9am Hatha, Deep Stretch Yin & More. All Classes, All Levels. Visit lifeforceenergy.net/yoga for full Yoga Schedule & more info or call 250-679-4411.

• The Shuswap Nature Hikers meet Fridays to hike the North and South Shuswap trails. To join, contact them from their website: http:// www.thethirdhouse.ca/contact/hikers.php

• Fri: Ladies Snooker- 1pm SOUTH SHUSWAP SHUSWAP LAKE ESTATES COMMUNITY - 1st Mon. at 7pm CENTRE: 2404 Centennial Dr, Blind Bay (bank holiday 2nd Mon). Info 250-803-5206 FMI call 250-675-2523 • Probus Club of Copper Island - 2nd Thurs.10am • Mon: Line Dance - intermediate 1-3pm, Sponge (coffee, 9:30) at Cedar Heights Community Hall.

Ball 9-12pm FMI Mike Murrell at 250-675-4495 • Tues: Ladies Bridge 1-4pm, Good Time Quilters • Shuswap Rock Club - First Tues of the month 1st & 3rd, 9am-3pm, Sponge Ball 9-12pm (Sept - June) 7:30 pm at Sorrento Drop in Society. Saturday workshops 1-4 pm. FMI 250- • Wed: Line Dance (beginners) 10-11:30am, (Advanced) 1:30-3pm. Ballroom Dance 7-9pm.

675-2849 Lego Club 2nd Wed 6:30-8pm • Shuswap Wood Carvers - Wed 9am to noon at Sorrento Drop in Centre. FMI Ken 250-675-3316. • Thurs: Play Group 9-12pm, Shuswap Pipers1-4pm • Friday: Sponge Ball 9-12pm, Youth Group (Gr. 5 • Sorrento Lions Club Meat Draw - Fridays 5-7)6:30-7:30pm - (Gr. 8 & up)7:30-9:30pm, 7pm at Copper Island Pub in Sorrento. 50/50 Scrappy Quilt Chics 9-3pm draw FMI Wayne, 250-675-2616 CHASE • The Arts On-Site with Lady Nature meet Mondays at 9am to create outdoors in the forest, • Fish & Game Club - 3rd Mon. 7:30pm at Chase Creekside near Sorrento-Blind Bay. FMI: 250-675• Movie Night - Chase Community Hall, Thurs, 5097, www.thethirdhouse.ca/theartsonsite minimal admission, concession, FMI 250-319• TOPS Sorrento #4369 - Wed - from 8:15 to 6302.

10:00 am at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic • Parkside Estates - Public Bingo Wed. 1pm, FMI Church. 2740 Fairway Hills Rd. 250-803-5206 250-679-4477 Ext. 5 BLIND BAY MEMORIAL HALL • Taoist Tai Chi - Chase Community Hall on 2510 Blind Bay Rd,250-675-3139. Email: Tuesdays from 10-11am and Thursdays from 9:30 blindbayhall@gmail.com Facebook: Blind Bay -11:30 am. FMI Judy 250-679-5425 Community Hall and Reedman Gallery CHASE CREEKSIDE FOR SENIORS Website: blindbaymemorialhall.ca 542 Shuswap Ave - FMI Sharron 250-679-1183 • Blind Bay Painters - Tues. 9:15am - 3 pm. FMI • Mon: Exercise for guys/gals, 8:30am / Bridge Gail Boden; gailboden@telus.net (with lessons), Canasta & Snooker, 1pm • Blues Night - 3rd Tues. 7pm, Oct 15 - Apr. 20. 250• Tues: Bingo, 1pm 675-2865 • Wed: Exercise for guys/gals, 9am / Canasta & • Zumba - Thurs. 56:30pm (till Mar.26) Snooker, 1pm / Jam session 7pm CARLIN HALL - 4051 Myers Rd., Tappen • Thurs: Wood carving, 9am (lessons & help avail.)

To book call 250-835-8577. web: carlinhall.net • 2nd Thurs: Monthly General Meeting, 1pm • Tues: Beginner acoustic jam - 7pm to 9pm.

• Fri: Cribbage, 1pm • Wed: Intermediate acoustic jam - 7pm to 9pm • Exercise for guys/gals, 9am • Coffee House 1st Sat. Oct - June, 7pm • 2nd Fri: Mini-Crib, 10:30am register, 11am start SOUTH SHUSWAP LIBRARY • 3rd Fri every other month (starting Oct 2015): Blind Bay Market. 250-675-4818 Full course meal, 5pm. Happy hour, 4:15 www.orl.bc.ca/branches/south-shuswap CHASE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION • Blind Bay Garden Club - 3rd Wed. 10:15-12pm 515 Shuswap Ave - 250-679-3536 FMI 250-835-2351 or 778-490-5008 • Mon - League Darts 7pm • Knitting & Crocheting Group: 1st & 3rd Friday, 10 am – Noon. Bring a project! Meet new friends • Tues - Meat draw, 4-6:30 / Pool,3:30 / Fun darts • Wed. - 3rd Wed of every month Branch General • The Writers’ Nook: 2nd & 4th Wednesday from Meeting 7 pm. (except July & Aug) 10am – 12pm. All welcome!

• Thurs - Regular Crib (downstairs) 7pm / League • For a full list of adult and children’s events Darts (upstairs) 7pm visit the library or check out their website.

• Fri - Open 1pm to 8pm EAGLE BAY COMMUNITY HALL • Sat - Meat Draw, 50/50, Fun Darts - 2pm 4326 Eagle Bay Rd. • Sun. - Giant Crib on the first Sun. of every month, • Quilting Mondays 10-2 (Bring Lunch). FMI call 10:45 am. All other Sundays closed.

Inez: 675-4531 SUNNYBRAE • Crafts Wednesdays 10-2 (Bring Lunch). FMI call Dot: 675-4282 COMMUNITY HALL - 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd. • Fitness - Tues. & Thurs. 9-10. Sharon: 675-2408 • Tues & Thurs: Karate 6pm (250-835-8875) • Darts Fri7:15 pm. FMI call Alan: 675-5403 • Mon & Fri: Badminton (250-835-4625) • Coffee House 4th Sat of the Month, except Dec & • 2nd Sat: Coffee House (except June to Sept) June - Aug. 7:30pm. FMI Gaetane 675-2178 • 4th Wed: General Meeting 7:30pm SORRENTO DROP IN SOCIETY SUNNYBRAE SENIORS HALL 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358 • Sunnybrae Painters/Crafters Mon 9:30am (except statutory holidays) FMI 250-803-8890 • Mon: AA 7pm, Glee Club 9:30am • Tues: Men’s Snooker - 1pm, Meals to Wheels • Potluck luncheon - 3rd Wed, noon (except July/Aug) • Shuswap Needle Arts Guild - 1st & 3rd 2nd & 4th Tues. at noon • Wed: Carvers - 9am, Five Crowns 1pm, Snooker 6pm Thursday, 10am to 4 pm (Sept. to Jun) FMI Jo (250)-832-9308 or Sharon (250)-832-4588.

• Thurs: Quilting - 10am, Snooker - 1pm

• Notch Hill Town Hall Assoc.

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Dale 250-679-7652 Intuitive (Quantum) Healing

Helga Terwoort

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

For all your hair-care needs call 250-955-6195

Rachelle 250-679-2145

5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

250-852-2298 250-299-3678

North Shuswap

Celista Hair Studio

Call Michi

hhafg2010@gmail.com Anglemont

Celista Esthetics

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

Seniors discount available Mobile Hair Service North Shuswap. Can't get to your stylist or barber? Call Julie. Cuts, colors, styling & barber services.

403-805- 8973 Celista.

Over 30 years experience.

MOSS

REMOVAL

without damaging shingles

Roof Looks New Again!

(AACI, CRP)

Courtney Meier Manicures, Pedicures, Waxing, Facials

250-682-6910 5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

Serving the area since 1981 References available

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Bonded B Gas Fitter

778-257-0572

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 Wed to Fri 10 - 4 & Sat by Appointment

250-320-4050

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Gutters Siding Dump Runs Demolition

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$7 up to 25 words; .20¢ each add’l word. $2 for box-around. Single Column Display Ads - First inch is $12 then $2.25 per 1/4” after (plus tax). E-mail classifieds@kicker.ca CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE.

SERVICES

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

Tom Barnhardt

SERVICES

Dance Fitness

Drop-in’s welcome $8 at Celista Hall

10:30am to 11:30am Tuesdays & Fridays

Nails by Julie. Celista, North Shuswap. Temporary or permanent. French tip to funky. Gel polish to full nail art. Call Julie 403-805-8973 9 years experience.

Low Impact - Great Energy

Nancy Parkinson 250•679•8233

Brush with Greatness

P

ainting Kyle Lessey

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Retired Nurse Available for Home Care, Nursing Care, Geriatric Foot Care, Cooking. Phone 250-214-0045 or email dinardoadele@hotmail.com.

Affordable Rate

Subsidized Independent Living for Seniors Manor is located in Sorrento with a view of the lake 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath Includes:

by appointment

owner & seamstress

TUTORING

250-517-9134

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

Linda Rightmire

(in your home)

House Cleaning Call Debbie 250-299-3851 or Willa 250-320-3171 Handsathomecare@outlook.com

RENTALS

Rental Suite Available

Alterations & Repairs

Meal Preparation

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

(Shuswap Lions Manor)

CUSTOM SEWING

aleta@flat-iron.ca 136 Haldane St., Chase BC

Daily Room Rates 16 Guest Rooms RV & Campsites Weddings / Reunions Up to 100 persons

SORRENTO & DISTRICT HOUSING SOCIETY

250-679-2164 (Cell) 250-320-6820

ALETA WALLACE

MEMORIAL

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.

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

250-955-2301

VACATION RENTALS

Literacy Specialist K-12 Teacher, LART & University instructor Flexible Scheduling Spaces Limited 250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca

Common area room & laundry room “No Smoking. No Pets’’ Contact the Manor for more information: 250-675-2757 or lionsdh@shaw.ca

It's been a little over a year since you've been gone.

Your smile and laugh are still in our hearts & everyday in our thoughts.

Tears of sadness of your loss and smiles from all the memories you've given us.

You will never be forgotten.

You are greatly missed by your entire family, We love you.

Our guardian angel now and forever.

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Sudoku - Easy

Working Together To Prevent Crime North Shuswap Library

A I M Ro a d s

Located at the Centre in Scotch Creek

250-955-8198 Open: Tues Noon - 5, Wed & Fri 11 - 4, Sat 11 - 4

3867 Squilax-Anglemont Rd.

1 - 8 66 - 2 22 - 42 0 4

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

TRANSFER STATION Scotch Creek Seymour Arm Fri - Tues 8am - 2pm

Anglemont Waterworks

Saturday 1pm - 5pm

Closed Wed & Thurs Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day - Closed

Chase Detachment Office 250-679-3221

After Hour Emergencies 1-877-996-3344

Closed Statutory Holidays

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

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.

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INDUSTRIAL LTD / GEM GRAVEL

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Bedding Sand Fill Sand Bark Mulch Crusher Chips Top Soil Pea Gravel Pit Run Navi Jack 3/4" Screened Drain Rock 3/4" Crushed Road Gravel 3/4” Clean Crush

We have taken over GEM GRAVEL PRODUCTS

We look forward to satisfying all of your concrete needs!

COMPLETE CONCRETE CENTER

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

Serving the North & South Shuswap Since 2000

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 Ph. 250.955.0737 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

Hot Food Takeout Breakfast/Lunch /Dinner Pizza Groceries Frozen Meals To-Go

Nov 1 & 2 Nov 8 & 9 Nov 15 & 16 Nov 22 & 23 Nov 29 & 30

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Gas/Boat gas Diesel Propane Laundromat Lotto

Greek Souvlaki Dinner Chinese Italian Lasagne Chicken Cordon Bleu Salisbury Steak

Ice Cream • Novelties • Milkshakes • Gifts • Clothing • Family Camping