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By Jo Anne Malpass The grand opening of the expansion of Chief Atahm High School (CAS) and Language Centre at the Adams Lake Indian Reserve brought dignitaries and residents together August 15 for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The Minister of Indigenous Services Seamus O'Regan, Okanagan Shuswap MP Mel Arnold, Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone and Adams Lake Indian Band Chief Cliff Arnouse were welcomed by CAS students, teachers, councillors and residents.

The school building expansion project is the result of years of research, planning and development. Adams Lake Indian Band (ALIB) and parents raised money for the project and joined with

the Federal government, with supplemental funding received from Indigenous Services Canada. The School Expansion Project Team includes representatives from ALIB, Chief Atahm School, Horizon North Modular Solutions and Associated Engineering.

In 1987, a small group of parents from the surrounding bands, Adams Lake, Neskonlith and Little Shuswap, worked together to start a Secwepemc immersion program in an old log building, for children from birth to five years old. This language nest was the first to start up in the province of B.C. and led to the development of Chief Atahm School in 1991. Chief Atahm represented a common ancestral link shared by

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Grand Opening Chief Atahm School Expansion continued of First Nations education belongs with you. We can’t fail your kids, if the three local area bands.

The school currently offers immer- we work together, they all succeed and when indigenous children succeed, sion programs that include 6-monthCanada succeeds.” old infants and students up to the He said IndigeGrade 9 nous Services level. The Canada has new buildworked with ing will the Assembly allow it to of First Nations expand to and the Nationhigh school al Indian Edugrades. cation Council Groundto develop a breaking policy to ensure for the proFirst Nations ject started schools are supin March of ported by propthis year.

The buildMinister of Indigenous Services Seamus O’Regan and Ad- er stable funding consists ams Lake Chief Cliff Arnouse cut the ribbon as MP Mel Ar- ing comparable nold, MLA Todd Stone, students and Principal Rob Mat- to what provinof 14 modthew watch on. Kicker staff photo cial education ules built in a climate-controlled building off site. systems receive.

The Grade 7 to 10 program will The finished building has three classrooms, a language room, administra- include math, science & technology, English, Social studies and First Nation and a 1 ½ story common area space to bring large gatherings of peo- tions Studies, Fine Arts and physical education. The new building will also ple together.

Chief Arnouse said the expansion of Chief Atahm School to upper grades is a great occurrence, helping to revitalize the Secwépemc language and culture. Ongoing work over the past 25 to 30 years has brought the school to where it is today.

It is a great celebration of past leaders and the people who kept it going and brought it back to life.

Minister O’Regan said he was honored to be part of the celebration of the project Chief Arnouse, representing Adams Lake councillors & teachers exchanged gifts with O’Regan. Kicker staff photo which was on-time and onbudget. 150 students will come to the school to learn math and house the curriculum resource departscience but also to learn the traditional ment which has created all the primary and intermediate Secwepemctsin language and culture. “Education drives a community’s success; control learning resources.

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By Editor Jo Anne Malpass Be prepared to experience longer than normal transaction and wait times when you renew your car insurance this year, as the Insurance Company of BC moves to a more driver-based insurance model.

Starting September 1, crashes will be tied to the at-fault driver, not the vehicle, to help make sure drivers are more accountable for their behaviours on the road. So, if someone causes a crash while borrowing your vehicle, the claim will be counted on their driving record and no longer on yours.

With the current model, any crash involving your vehicle follows your driving record even if you weren’t even in the car at the time.

Each drivers’ experience and crash history will now play a bigger role in determining premiums.

BCAA explains the breakdown of how insurance premiums will be calculated: 75% will be based on the principal driver’s experience and crash history, along with other factors including where they live and the type of vehicle.

25% will be based on other listed drivers and the one with the highest level of risk will make up the remaining portion of the premium.

Vehicle owners will be asked to list those who regularly drive their vehicle, such as household members, friends, employees and learners. There’s a possibility of a penalty of up to $5,000 for failing to list a driver who causes a crash using your vehicle, unless you have “Unlisted Driver Protection” to allow for occasionally lending your vehicle to people not listed.

When you receive your ICBC renewal notice in the mail, it will not include an estimated premium.

For the first renewal under the new model, vehicle owners will need to visit their insurance broker.

BCAA has put together the following tips to help you prepare and ensure you bring the appropriate information needed to renew.

The driver's licence number and date of birth for each driver you want to list on your policy.

If your car is driven less than 5,000 km in a year, a photo of your current odometer reading to see if you qualify for a new low kilometre discount at your next renewal.

Does your car still have its original, manufacturer-installed autonomous emergency braking (AEB)? If yes, this can qualify for a discount.

Check your owner’s manual or with your dealership.

Expect your rate to change from last year. While you won’t know what your rate is until you speak to your insurance broker, it helps to be prepared for your premium to be different compared to last year.

As Autoplan brokers and drivers across the province become familiar with the changes, expect the renewal process to take a lot longer.

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Kickin’ it up with Jay at NorthShuswap.Info

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

Well, it's been a very interesting week. A lot of action, my phone ringing a lot, people asking questions... This is a good thing! Engagement of the community! People talking about at least one issue that affects them personally.

Yes, I'm talking about the Alternate Approval Process (AAP) to fund youth programs for North and South Shu kids.

A number of wellintentioned North Shu people have been out knocking on doors, chatting with people at the stores, and discussing this with all manner of 'statistics' and 'costs'. I appreciate that there are some things that will get our community out of their chairs and say, 'What the heck!'. The general comment I'm hearing (loud and clear) is that few are against the youth programs, but many are against the AAP process.

Fair enough. Truly, I agree.

When you read this, early in September, we still won't know the count of the opposition forms. If enough people register their opposition then the CSRD board could bring back a full referendum for it, or we could decide to drop it, and these youth groups would continue to request funding through the Grant-in-Aid process. We'll know your decision at the September board meeting.

I'm not going to spend any

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more time here talking about the AAP. Please read my August Kicker article, the post on the website NorthShuswap.info or Facebook: NorthShuswap.info.

What I am going to talk about is community communication. The North Shu has limited means to get a message out to our population. That's one reason the Kicker was started up almost 25 years ago. The Kicker is an awesome rag but it has a couple of drawbacks: Not everyone reads it, and it isn't published often enough for emerging issues. Facebook is also one way to communicate, check out; The North Shuswap Kicker and NorthShuswap.info. But not everyone does Facebook. So how to get the message out???

This last week has shown that if you have a message that you're committed to getting out, and you have time on your hands, you can door knock and stand by the doors of the stores and talk to the people in person. The problem here is that you may find one sided conversations with questionable information. I give full credit to those who were out doing this last week as they spent considerable time and effort getting the message out. I would have preferred they chat with me (Continued on page 6)

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before going out so that accurate information would have been presented regarding the youth program costs.

As far as the AAP goes, I think they got the message right. Be that as it may, we're still left with how to easily get the message out to our community in a timely manner.

I can think of two ways; have a community meeting whenever a potentially contentious issue arises. It's impossible for me to ask the community for their opinion on every decision that I have to make. I'm sure you don't want that hassle on a regular basis, and you elected me to lead the North Shu to a better place, to the best of my ability. That requires creativity, perseverance and independence. I am planning a Town Hall meeting this fall, tentative date November 2nd. We'll chat more then.

The other way is to get your email addresses and send you a quick note when an issue arises, and if you have an opinion, you can write back to me, or comment on a post. To tell you the truth, I haven't been as communicative as I had planned on being. It's amazing how time gets away from you. And there are a lot of things going on! But if you show me that you're interested, and want to be more involved, then I'll do better. I'll need your email address. If you want to get regular updates, let's say twice a month or so, or more often if needed, then register on the NorthShuswap.info website. I'll include you in!

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RCMP News Assault with a Weapon On August 2 at 2:00 pm, the Chase RCMP Detachment received a report of an assault occurring on the Adams Lake Ferry, Adams Lake, BC. Police attended and determined that prior to disembarking from the ferry, a man uttered threats to the ferry operator. The man brandished a knife as he approached the operator, then tossing the knife aside he assaulted the operator.

Police later located and arrested Steven Christopher LONG, 36 years-old of Adams Lake. Criminal charges have since been formally laid by the BC Prosecution Service and LONG has been charged with Assault with a Weapon, Uttering Threats and Drive while Disquali-

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Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm On the afternoon of August 2, the Chase RCMP Detachment received several reports of a man driving a red pickup truck with no plates in the Pritchard area.

At approximately 5:15 pm, police located the vehicle traveling on Foort Road in Prichard. The vehicle was being driven by a man known to police. Police attempted to stop the vehicle but it fled, driving in a man-

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ner such that other motorists had to drive off the road to avoid a collision. Police did not engage in a pursuit with the vehicle for public safety concerns.

At approximately, 10:00 pm, Chase RCMP received a report of a head on collision occurring on Pinantan Pritchard Road. Police determined the red pickup which had fled from police earlier was again being driven in a careless manner in the middle of the road colliding head on with a white Dodge pickup. The driver, and lone occupant, of the red truck fled the scene.

The red truck was found to have been reported stolen the previous night to the Salmon Arm RCMP Detachment The two adult male occupants of the white Dodge truck were transported to hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries.

Members of the Kamloops RCMP Detachment and Kamloops Police Dog Service assisted in searching for the fleeing driver. With information provided by numerous area residents, the man was located and arrested several kilometers away.

Criminal charges have since been formally laid by the BC Prosecution Service.

Daniel James Phillip BLACKBURN, 37 years-old of Pritchard, BC, has been charged with Possession of stolen Property over $5000, Drive while Disqualified, Flight from Police and Careless Operation of a Conveyance Causing Bodily Harm.

He was held in custody to appear in Kamloops Provincial Court on August 6, 2019.

SV Accident On August 10 at approximately 7:00 pm, the Chase RCMP Detachment received a report of a single vehicle collision on Squilax Anglemont Road in Celista. A 2000 Saturn automobile left the road striking a fence. Police believed the female driver was operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol.

The driver failed to provide samples of her breath. She was issued a 90 Day Immediate Roadside Prohibition and her vehicle was impounded for 30 days Vehicle Thefts On August 10 at 8:30 am, the Chase RCMP Detachment received a report of theft of a 1996 White Dodge 2500 pickup truck with Alberta licence plate CCN5888.

The truck was stolen from the driveway of the residence on Holding Road in Adam’s Lake, BC. Later this date, at approximately 6:20 pm, the owners saw their vehicle driving near Kamloops Shuswap Road in Chase, BC. The truck fled the area. Extensive patrols were made by police but the vehicle was not located.

On August 18 at 9:40am, the Chase RCMP Detachment received a report of theft of a 2003 grey Honda Civic with BC plate JB984F. The car was stolen from a residence on Hillside Avenue in Chase, BC. The vehicle has not been located.

On August 22 just after midnight, patrolling members of the Chase RCMP Detachment were advised of a dirt bike being towed by a truck on Pine Street in Chase, BC. Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The dirt bike (Continued on page 9)

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was found to be have been stolen from the Salmon Arm area several days prior and was seized by police. This incident remains under investigation.

The Chase RCMP Detachment is asking that anyone with any information regarding these investigations, or any other crime, to contact the Chase Detachment at (250) 679-3221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Flight from Police On August 17 at 2:50 pm, members of the Chase Detachment were on patrol when they observed a male riding a dirt bike on Hillside Avenue in Chase, BC. Police activated their emergency lights and sirens in attempts to have the man stop but he fled on Hillside Road, eventually fleeing off the roadway. On August 18, the man was located and arrested by police. He was found to be breaching conditions of his recognizance and was held in custody to appear in Kamloops Provincial Court.

Criminal charges have since been formally laid by the BC Prosecution Service. Troy Ian MICHEL, 37 years-old of Chase, BC, has been charged with Flight from Police and Breach of Recognizance.

Stolen Credit Card Fraud During the months of August, September and October of 2018, the Chase RCMP Detachment received several reports of a male fraudulently using a stolen credit card at businesses in Scotch Creek and Sorrento. Police investigation identified the suspect as a 52-year-old man of no fixed address from the Salmon Arm area. Criminal charges were formally laid by the BC Prosecution Service. On July 15th, 2019

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Troy Edward MCKINNON pled guilty to six counts of Fraud under $5000.00. On July 29th, 2019 MCKINNON was sentenced to a jail sentence of 368 days for these offences.

Scotch Creek MVAs RCMP responded to a two-vehicle accident at Scotch Creek Bridge late afternoon on August 24. The following morning, RCMP responded to two MVA's in the Scotch Creek area at approximately 8:00 am. RCMP are investigating the Sunday morning accidents as being related. If you have any information on this investigation, you are encouraged to contact the Chase RCMP Detachment.

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By Jan Penner Captain’s Village Marina and the Acton family have been part of the North Shuswap community for over 40 years since they purchased the property on Wharf Road in 1974. Over time, the location has seen much growth and many changes from the time the first dock was installed in 1976. Four generations later, the Acton family remains at the helm of this multi-faceted local business.

The Actons work together to ensure that their business is successful and their customers are satisfied. They make decisions together and consult with each other about ideas and suggestions to grow and maintain their business.

Marg Acton has been involved since Day one and has seen many changes, including the expansion of the marina building, the establishment of the trailer park and Bayside Lake Homes and the sad loss of Finz Bar and Grill. Marg continues to work in the store helping out and filling in as needed.

Captain’s Village Marina employs about 8 people in the shoulder seasons and up to 25 people through the summer months. The marina has 250 boat slips, with boats coming and going all season long. August long weekend sees the peak traffic, with the marina at capacity.

Captain’s Village Marina offers multiple boat brands but Tige and Regal have consistently been their top brands for the last 20 years. They have become very familiar with the quality

of these boats and they feel confident that they are offering customers the best and most reliable pleasure craft. A unique trait of this dealership is that they only service what they sell. This means that if one of their boats needs repair or any kind of servicing, there is always space available and the work is done promptly by the in-house mechanics. Boating down time is kept to a minimum for Captain’s Village Marina customers.

It goes without saying that the Acton family’s favourite pastime in the summer is boating. They do their best to get out there every chance they get.

In the off season, the Actons love to explore the North Shuswap and all it has to offer. They enjoy off-roading activities, ATVing, dirt biking and in winter, snowmobiling. They value what is available to them locally and with Mark and Scott having grown up here, they know all the great spots to visit. The family also enjoys visits to Mexico. Here they indulge in off-road racing operating a Yamaha side-by-side in an exhilarating competition, The Baja 1000.

Captain’s Village Marina and the Acton family provide valuable services, employment and give back to the community through donations of time, location and funds – most notably through the annual Poker Run. The Kicker thanks the Acton family and Captain’s Village for their continuous advertising support. We wish this local business many more years of continued success.

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By Jo Anne Malpass A decision by BC Parks to not allow mosquito control at Shuswap Lake Provincial Park will be challenged by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, but it will not appeal the decision for Tsútswecw Park.

CSRD directors voted to appeal the decision after Area F Director Jay Simpson put forward arguments saying he believes Shuswap Lake Provincial Park is a more developed recreational park with paved pathways and campgrounds, and is in the middle of an urban centre surrounded by neighbourhoods.

“Mosquitoes have not been as much of a concern this year, as water levels have been low, but other years it can be horrendous,” Simpson said.

In the BC Parks decision rationale, Volker Michelfelder, a regional director of BC Parks wrote the CSRD “controlled mosquitos in Shuswap Lake Park and Tsutswecw Park from 1994 to 2015 enabled through a Letter of Authorization issued primarily to treat West Nile Virus (WNV). Mosquitos are currently not a vector for West Nile Virus and there are no related health directives in place supporting Mosquito control.”

“Shuswap Lake Park and Tsutswecw Park are Class A parks for the purposes of the Park Act.” The Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan for Shuswap Lake Park states that the primary role of Shuswap Lake Park is to support provincial and regional tourism and recreation interests.

According to the management plan for Tsutswecw Park, the park contains substantial conservation values particularly related to Salmon habitat as well as recreational values.”

“Some members of the public and the regional district are concerned that not treating mosquitos in the parks diminishes the effectiveness of mosquito treatments outside of the parks and consequently negatively affects the quality of life in the communities adjacent to the parks. Biting mosquitos are a nuisance to park visitors and thus directly and detrimentally affect the quality of the recreational experience as confirmed, for example through social media statements, written complaints and verbal communication received by BC Parks.

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for example beach and water based activities”.

“Although the proposed pesticide for the Mosquito control is likely well targeted and innocuous, eradicating mosquitos very likely affects the tropic systems and species that they support. Although mosquitos are a nuisance, they are an important component of such ecosystems. Thus, large scale removal of mosquitos from these parks likely alters these ecosystems and thus could likely affect the naturalness and wilderness character which is the basis of the visitor experience.

The mainland portion of Shuswap Lake Park is zoned for “Intensive Recreation” and consists mostly of a campground, service yard, and day use facility and other infrastructure. Thus, impacting conservation values is more of a concern for Tsutswecw Park and for Copper Island in Shuswap Lake Park than it is for the mainland portion of Shuswap Lake Park.”

Director Simpson said the CSRD is not challenging the decision to not allow

mosquito control in Tsútswecw Park but thinks there is room for appeal for Shuswap Lake Park. Mosquito control “would be highly consistent and complimentary to the recreational values and uses of Shuswap Lake Park.”

BC Parks noted that First Nation consultation revealed some First Nation concerns with mosquito control. Little Shuswap Indian Band confirmed in writing that “these (i.e., Mosquito control) treatments should not be carried out in provincial parks due to potential environmental conflicts.”

The CSRD Board also decided to write a letter to the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band requesting confirmation of support for continued nuisance mosquito control treatment in the Hilliam Road area of IR#4 in Scotch Creek. The CSRD mosquito control contractor has advised that should the LSLIB wish to discontinue to treat the area along Hilliam Road, coupled with the decision from BC Parks, the program would be ineffective as the majority of mosquito habitat is in these areas.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Kamloops Triathlon Club is holding The Copper Island Swim on September 7, taking participants from the Shuswap Lake Provincial Campground in Scotch Creek out to the stunning Copper Island and back for a total 2.7 km swim.

Participants are encouraged to stay for the weekend by camping at the Shuswap Lake Provincial Park. Participants should reserve their spot as soon as possible in order not to miss out.

The Kamloops Triathlon Club was developed to promote and foster development of triathletes in and around Kamloops. Local triathletes grouped together in April of 2002 with the shared realization that something was needed to support local triathletes. On June 4, 2002, the Kamloops Triathlon Club became an official society.

This is the first year for the swim and the club is planning for a maximum of 50 swimmers. Club member Joshua Laye said there are no membership requirements or special requirements. However, you must be able to swim confidently and unsupported. Online registration will close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, September 4. www.trytri.org/copperisland-swim.html Volunteers are always appreciated (and needed).

The club is looking for volunteers to help with race planning, setup, race day tasks, and take down. Volunteers are critical to a safe and successful event. The event needs a lot of water support from canoe or kayak clubs in the area, water ski clubs, or general boat owners, to provide a safe environment. If interested in helping, contact copperislandswim@gmail.com

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Sun Beach Closes After 20 Years

By Jo Anne Malpass Sun Beach, Funkerbellies, and Zorboratic in Celista would like to thank the community for all the support they have received, as they announce this will be their last year of operation.

“We are ending on a very symbolic year as this would be the 20th year for Sun Beach and is the 10-year anniversary of the Sun Beach fire.” Sun Beach was destroyed by a fire in August 2009 and rebuilt the next year.

Funkerbellies bistro was added and two years ago, they introduced the sport of zorbing to the community.

Dale, Corinne Zahyna and Journey Lewis say they are “ending after a very successful season and have enjoyed the time we have had serving the community with so many great people and friends but our hearts are just not in it the same and feel its time to move onto other things.” Dale said they lived out their dream and it was bigger and better than they had hoped but it is time for a change.

The North Shuswap is their home and they plan to stay and work in the community.

“We would like to thank all the great staff we have and have had over the years as they are all like family to us now.” They made the business what it was, he added.

“We would like to thank all of the great customers we have had as you will be all missed and your business was greatly appreciated.”

The future of the properties has not been determined but “I think we are open to either selling or possibly leasing out the buildings.”

Funkerbellies and Zorboratic will be closing on September 2. Sun Beach official closing date has yet to be determined.

Dale, Corinne, Zahyna and Journey Lewis thank the staff, customers and community for some great memories.

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Alternative Approval Process for Purchase of Centennial Field CSRD Release With the approval of the Inspector of Municipalities, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will be conducting an Alternative Approval Process from August 23, 2019 to October 2, 2019 regarding the proposed purchase of Centennial Field in Blind Bay for the development of a community park.

The consent of the electors is needed to support the borrowing of $1.77 million towards the purchase of 9.5 acres of land in Blind Bay. The Alternative Approval Process would authorize the borrowing of funds for the purchase unless at least 671 valid electors − which equates to 10 per cent of the eligible voters of Electoral Area C − submit forms declaring their opposition.

The deadline for submission of these forms has been set at 4 PM, Wednesday, October 2, 2019.

Elector Response forms will be available beginning Friday, August 23, 2019 from the CSRD office at 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm or can be

downloaded from the CSRD website at www.csrd.bc.ca. Electors can also request forms be mailed to them by calling 250.832.8194.

Electoral Area C Director Paul Demenok notes this initiative has been ongoing for a number of years to get to the point of bringing this proposal to the voters through the Alternative Approval Process.

“The purchase of Centennial Field represents a terrific opportunity for all of us to acquire a very unique piece of property for a community park, a park that was requested in the Area C Parks Plan. If approved, this park will deliver social, cultural, economic, environmental and recreational benefits for generations to come, and these benefits will far outweigh the costs, in my opinion,” he said.

The Alternative Approval Process is a method of obtaining voter consent to borrow $1.77 million for the Centennial Field purchase, with the remaining (Continued on page 18)

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Senior Complex On the first day at the new seniors complex, the manager addressed all the new seniors pointing out some of the rules: "The female sleeping quarters will be out-of-bounds for all males, and the male dormitory out-of-bounds to the females.

Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $20 the first time."

He continued, "Anybody caught breaking this rule a second time will be fined $60 Being caught a third time will cost you a fine of $180 Are there any questions?"

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funds being drawn from the Electoral Area C Park Land Acquisition Reserve Fund. The negotiated purchase price for the 9.5-acre parcel of land in Blind Bay is $2.75 million, subject to voter approval.

If successful, the purchase would equate to a payment of approximately $48 per year for the average Electoral Area C residential property with an assessed value of $370,138, based on a 25-year loan amortization.

The Alternative Approval Process, where voters submit objections directly to the CSRD, is a more cost -effective way of obtaining elector consent when compared to the costs of conducting a referendum. It was endorsed by the Board as the method to obtain the elector consent for the loan.

If the 10 per cent threshold of voter opposition is reached by the October 2, 2019 deadline, the CSRD Board would not be able to proceed without holding a referendum for all residents of Electoral Area C. Once the Alternative Approval Process starts on August 23, The CSRD will be posting an information page to our website including links to the forms, bylaws, CSRD reports and frequently asked questions. For this information, please go to our website at www.csrd.bc.ca and look under Quicklinks for Alternative Approval Process.

An information meeting is also being planned in Electoral Area C to allow the public a chance to learn more about the proposal and have their questions answered. More information will be provided once a date and location have been established.

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Chamber News

Angela Lagore, President abischoff8@hotmail.com www.northshuswapbc.com - 250-320-2012

Well summer has flown by hasn’t it? With fantastic weather and busy businesses, I hope we have all had a successful season. Especially thankful for the tourists coming out to our side of the lake to take in all the Shuswap has to offer and help keeping us all employed!

I wanted to take this opportunity to give you all a recap on what the Chamber has been up to the last couple years with all the changes taking place.

Some of the Chamber’s accomplishments have included workshops, bylaw adjustments, hiring an executive director, summer festival, winter festival, chamber awards, New Years and Christmas party, beautification projects, community clean up, hiring a summer student ambassador, art fair, business socials, installing kiosks and trying to create a space for more business in our community. I think we have come a long way with still a lot more to accomplish, but we are up for the challenge!

This coming year for the Chamber, you can expect additional workshops, New Years party, winter festival, spring awards mingle, adding more kiosks up the Shuswap, more beautification, guest speakers to help us increase our sales, advertising and investment opportunities...plus more!!

We are also in the works of setting up a committee that would be responsible for reviewing the B.C.

Chamber’s policy on regional directors’ accountability to the electorate. This would help keep people accountable and give us an opportunity to communicate with the public more effectively as to the ins and outs of politics!

Joining the Chamber not only helps get your business exposed, it’s a great networking tool and a fantastic way to get to know others in your community. We would love for you to join us anytime, check out one of our gatherings and be a part of this thriving community.

Our next Business Social will be hosted by Rob and Traci Froese on Thursday Sept. 5 from 4 6:30pm. All chamber members are welcome. This is a great time to socialize.

Please RSVP to info@northshuswapbc.com or call 250.804. 8097 The Chamber is hosting a Marketing 101 Workshop Sept. 10 from 9 am – 12:00 pm at the Scotch Creek Fire Hall. Rob Cupello, VP Business Development of Csek Creative will help companies with their online and offline marketing goals. We are hoping by the end of this workshop you are able to find the marketing solutions which work for your business. Preregistration required. FREE for Chamber members. Non -members are welcome $10 each.

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Tuesday September 10, 2019 9am-12pm Scotch Creek Community Hall (Fire Hall) 3852 Squilax Anglemont Road You will leave this session with a better understanding of what best practices are, how to strategize and why all advertisers should consider allocating marketing spend to this growing trend of creating a media plan.

Hosted by the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce.

FREE for Chamber members Non-members are welcome $10 each.

We are hoping by the end of this workshop you are able to find the marketing solutions which work for your business. Will you require a simple landing page or a well designed webpage, social media presence or print material?

Pre-registration required Contact Debbie: info@northshuswapbc.com or 250-804-8097

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Media Release The BC Ministry of Agriculture has had reports of the transport and sale of cut hay infested with armyworms. The Western yellowstriped armyworm is currently present only in the North Okanagan. It is not present in other parts of Interior B.C. and Coastal B.C. The BC Ministry of Agriculture is seeking the cooperation of all producers to prevent the spread of this serious pest from the North Okanagan to other parts of B.C. via infested hay, produce, farm equipment and trucks.

What you can do: Larvae will take refuge under swaths or bales. Do not move or sell hay immediately after baling.

Store bales in the field or shed for 1 - 3 weeks prior to transport to allow worms to move out or die.

Inspect bales to ensure there are no worms before transporting or selling.

If buying hay, inspect upon delivery to ensure there are no worms before unloading.

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Hay equipment, farm trucks and other equipment should be cleaned between farms. Clean hay equipment by spraying with air or water.

Inspect equipment coming onto your property for worms.

For more information about the Western yellowstriped armyworm, visit https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/ gov/farming-natural-resources-andindustry/agriculture-and-seafood/ animal-and-crops/plant-health/western -yellowstriped-armyworm.pdf, or call the Kelowna office at (250-861-7681).

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community hall. Special guest from Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species.

Bring an appy and drinks!

Annual General Meeting - Oct 28 at The Hub, bring a drink and appy for the table! We will start at 6:30 pm.

Being our AGM, this gives an opportunity for members to join the board of directors or take a step down. Please come out and help grow our business community.

Hope to see you all there. Together we build a strong community.

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Future Launch Community Challenge Media Release Shuswap Community Foundation has an exciting funding opportunity for youth led projects in the Shuswap.

The Community Foundation can grant up to $30,000 each for two bold and inspiring youth-led initiatives.

Youth and organizations are invited to team up to apply to the RBC Future Launch Community Challenge.

All eligible applications will be submitted by a partnership between youth, aged 15 – 29, and a registered charity. Eligible projects will see most of the decisions and activities for each project 60%+ led by youth.

By applying for a grant and bringing a local project

to life, youth will have opportunities to lead, learn new skills, gain experience, and build relationships in their local communities — all things that will help them prepare for the future of work.

This Community Challenge goes far beyond the Shuswap, participating community foundations will make grants and learning opportunities available to youth-led initiatives in 150 communities from coast to coast to coast.

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RCMP Seek Help Identifying Hit and Run Driver Do you own waterfront property on Shuswap or surrounding lakes?

Stay informed with SWOA Shuswap waterfront owners are faced with new and changing regulations from all levels of government. Working together through SWOA provides an effective voice to address these issues.

A two year membership at $50 will help you to stay current on issues that impact you, give you access to expert advice and to the SWOA website with information on the rules and regulations associated with living/building on the lake. SWOA is currently advocating for changes to CSRD Bylaw 900 to have it be consistent with the Provincial moorage regulations.

SWOA advocates for the rights of waterfront property owners on the Shuswap and surrounding lakes with the goal of protecting the lakeshore environment and fostering respect for, and quiet enjoyment of, all beachfront areas. SWOA has over 1200 members; growing that number gives us a stronger voice.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Chase RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance after two head-on collisions August 25 on Squilax Anglemont Road.

On August 25 at 8:00 am, RCMP were called to the scene of an accident on the Scotch Creek Bridge involving a 2012 Mercedes car and a White Ford F-350.

Chase RCMP Sgt. Barry Kennedy said that when police arrived, the driver of the Mercedes was being treated for facial lacerations. The driver told police he was heading westbound at the one-lane bridge and the driver of the oncoming F350 failed to yield and collided with the Mercedes.

The F-350 fled the scene and a short time later, a second accident was called in near Ash Road on SquilaxAnglemont, involving a White Ford F-350 colliding with a Kia Sport, injuring the driver of the Kia. The F-350 continued eastbound with severe damage to it and RCMP eventually found the vehicle pulled over on Squilax Anglemont Rd. Witnesses there report the male driver got out of the vehicle, was picked up by a female driving a blue pick-up truck with a silver grill and they departed the scene. The F-350 was later determined to have been stolen out of Salmon Arm. Witnesses describe the F350 driver as a heavier set Caucasian male with a short

beard and wearing a black hoodie. The female in the blue pickup is described as approx. 5 ft. tall, light and dark wavy hair, wearing sunglasses.

RCMP are canvassing local businesses for video and police want to know if anyone recognizes either of these people or knows of someone matching the description. The driver of the truck may possibly have injuries as a result of the two head on collisions.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Chase RCMP Detachment at (250) 679-3221, or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

This was the second time in less than 24 hours, RCMP were called to a head-on collision at Scotch Creek bridge. On August 24 at 5:00 pm, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a collision involving a Pontiac Grand Prix and a motorhome.

When police arrived, the female driver of the Grand Prix was being treated by BC Ambulance for injuries she sustained and appeared to be intoxicated. The female driver from Chase was arrested for impaired driving and was returned to Chase detachment, where she failed a breath sample. The driver was found to have almost 4 times the legal limit.

She has been released on a promise to appear in court on Nov. 18. The driver and passenger of the motor home were treated by BC Ambulance.

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Fire News

By Dave King Anglemont Fire Department The three North Shuswap Fire Departments are actively involved in a new CSRD Fire Smart initiative and are promoting the establishment of (NEP) Neighborhood Evacuation Plans for the residents of the North Shuswap.

Property owners, both seasonal and permanent, are encouraged to develop plans to incorporate all people in the plan that would be shared with the Emergency Services Agencies and the CSRD including the local Fire Departments. Together we will be better prepared for any emergency issues.

Training continues throughout the summer with a new training schedule to commence in September. A number of members have already signed up, but all three Fire Departments are looking for new members. A great opportunity to volunteer for your community.

Congratulations to Greg Goyer on being promoted to Lieutenant with the Scotch Creek / Lee Creek Fire Department.

A compressed air foam unit / mini pumper truck from Scotch Creek/Lee Creek fire department and three firefighters were sent to assist the BC Wildfire Service on the Eagle Bluff wildfire near Oliver. Assisting with the fire fighting efforts were Celista firefighter Adam Perry, Scotch Creek Captain Colton Barker and Scotch Creek Fire Chief Mike Engholm.

The fire departments practice each Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Stop in at any of the three fire halls on practice night or contact the fire chief in your area. Contact information in the Clubs and Organizations page of the Kicker.

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Busy Summer for CSISS have been at several water CSISS Newsletter Updates on the Aquatic sport events including the Paddlesport Classic in RevOutreach, Field Programs and Invasive Mussels sam- elstoke, dragon boating festivals and Fishing derbies pling were released in the across the region.

Columbia Shuswap InvaCSISS has partnered sive Species Society sumwith multiple organizations mer newsletter. across the region to install Field Program - Laura Gaster and our CSISS sum- Clean Drain Dry signage at mer interns have been busy 32 more boat launches across the region. Signs surveying invasive plants for the field program. Sur- encourage both motorized veyed plants are prioritized and non-motorized waterto maximize treatment dol- craft owners to Clean Drain and Dry their boats between lar effectiveness. Priority water bodies.

Species treated so far include poison hemlock, wild Invasive Mussel Sampling parsnip, Himalayan balsam, - CSISS continues to samblueweed, yellow flag iris, ple for the presence of invasive mussels throughout the teasel, scotch thistle, rush skeletonweed, and Himala- region, sending samples for yan blackberry. Other, low- analysis at the provincial er priority species have also laboratory in Vancouver. been treated at high priority 60 samples have been taken so far, from 25 sampling sites such as parks. sites on 9 water bodies. All The field program has also been monitoring the effectiveness and spread of Bioagents (insects used to reduce the vigour of invasive plants) Aquatic Outreach All marinas in the Columbia Shuswap region were visited this spring and given updated information on invasive species in the water bodies they depend on for their business operations.

Our summer interns have been CSISS has deployed special substrate samplers around the region. These spending time at boat samplers (created by CSISS summer launches across the interns Hannah and Janelle) are a colregion and advising lection of different substrates, lowered into in the water and left tied to a dock or people about how to other structure. If invasive mussels are Clean Drain and Dry present in the lake, their young will settle their watercraft to pre- onto the samplers and CSISS staff will detect them. CSISS Photo vent the spread of aquatic invasives.

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results have tested negative for mussels so far. CSISS will continue to test these sites throughout the summer and into the fall.

No ducks were caught during sampling, though they occasionally tried to investigate our sampling nets!

Some of these samplers are being monitored by local dock owners.

Many thanks to these folks for their help in looking after these samplers!

Outreach Activities - CSISS outreach staff have been busy hosting weed pulls, attending markets and special events, presenting to youth and community groups, hosting workshops and collaborating with many other organizations!

IAPP Workshop Success - Thanks to the participants of our summer workshop and to the Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program for support!

On July 25th, in Revelstoke BC, a one-day workshop was held with support of the Fish and Wildlife Compen-

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sation Program for participants who were interested in learning techniques for recording and reporting invasive plants using the Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP). The goal of the workshop was to increase monitoring and treatment of aquatic and terrestrial invasive species by land managers.

The three-hour in class session gave participants an overview of the functions of IAPP and included techniques for recording inventories and mechanical, biological and chemical monitoring. A two-hour outdoor session allowed participants to practice hands on skills for invasive plant identification, recording inventories and completing monitoring. Overall the workshop gave land managers the tools to correctly identify, report, and conduct invasive plant inventories.

Upcoming Events - September 6,7,8Salmon Arm Fall Fair CSISS is grateful for the generous contributions of funders and partners.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Community Works Funds Supplement Allocation – At its August meeting, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board did not endorse the allocation of a 2019 one-time Federal Government top-up funding payment of Community Works Funds in the amount of $926,691 to the all area funding stream. The topic will be discussed at the Electoral Area Director’s meeting in September.

The policy for annual community works funds allocates 10% to the all area fund, 10% allocated equally to each electoral area as base funding, and the remaining 80% distributed on a per capita basis. The policy does not speak to allocation of top-up funds.

The staff report basis for this recommendation is that: 1) the Board has committed the annual funding within the all area fund to asset management projects for the next five years leaving no funding available for other eligible projects; 2) most electoral areas have a healthy balance within the electoral area allocation; and, 3) the all area funds could be used to supplement

emergent CSRD priorities within areas that do not have sufficient funds to undertake identified projects.

Video Recording/ Streaming of Board Meetings –The Board endorsed staff recommendation to not proceed with recording of, or live-streaming Board meetings, after a request was made by a member of the local media in May. Area F Director Jay Simpson voted to go ahead with broadcasting Board meetings, but staff presented several arguments including current staff not having the capacity to operate the equipment, edit the recordings, ensure compliance with legislation and develop appropriate policies.

Professional Development Day Office Closure – The Board approved a staff request for an office closure on Thursday, October 3 for an all staff Professional Development Day to provide staff with training regarding the respectful workplace and an environment free from bullying and harassment, and includes team building exercises.

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CSRD Facilities” - The Board endorsed an amendment which provides clear direction on the utilization of CSRD owned electronic sign boards and provides opportunity for non-profit groups to advertise their community events and services on the signs. The CSRD is currently preparing a contract with the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce, to manage the recently acquired sign at the Scotch Creek Community Hall.

Grant-in-Aid - Area F $3,500 Lakeview Community Centre Society (hall upgrades).

Saratoga Waterworks Service Amendment Bylaw – With approval from the Inspector of Municipalities, the Board adopted the

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amendment to allow for an increase to the requisition limit for this service, with the requisition of money to be collected by a a) parcel tax not to exceed $100,000 per year, b) the imposition of fees and other charges that may be fixed by separate bylaw for the purpose of recovering these costs and c) revenues received by way of agreement, enterprise, gift, grant or otherwise. A second amendment extends the boundaries of the "Saratoga Waterworks Service Area" to include the Copper Island RV Park.

Development Variance Permit No. 641-35 (Okaview Estates Ltd.) 5581 and 5587 SquilaxAnglemont Road, Celista.

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parcel size for new subdivisions without connection to community water and sewer services from 1.0 ha to 0.5 ha for Proposed Lot A and to 0.4 ha for Proposed Lot B of the proposed 2 lot subdivision. Staff had recommended refusing the DVP but the Board voted to approved it with the proviso that the septic fields be upgraded.

Development Variance Permit No. 825-28 (Nevokschonoff) - 2868 Squilax-Anglemont Road, Lee Creek. The Board approved the DVP to allow the minimum setback from the front parcel boundary from 4.5 m to 1 m only for the new accessory building Electoral Areas C, E & F: Lakes Zoning Amendment (CSRD) Bylaw No. 900-25 – The Board adopted the amendment which will increase the maximum size of residential dock platforms to 33.45 m2, along with minor amendments to widths of platforms and walkways and the change to allow larger Parks-related docks.

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Scotch Creek Water - Director Simpson said he is still waiting for an announcement from the Federal Government on the grant application for funding of a Scotch Creek Community Water system. In response to concerns about a boil water notice being issued by Interior Health for Scotch Creek - Lee Creek Fire Hall, he is encouraging CSRD staff to investigate what caused the high coliform counts in the hall’s well.

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Public Safety Top of Mind at Meeting with MPs Media Release Public safety was the centre of discussion at a recent meeting hosted by local Member of Parliament, Mel Arnold. The meeting was co-hosted by MP Glen Motz, Deputy Shadow Cabinet Minister for Public Safety, and drew together leaders and representatives of federal, provincial and municipal government, law enforcement and organizations providing frontline services for public safety.

The discussion touched on many factors of public safety in the North Okanagan- Shuswap including mental health resources, addiction treatment supports, evolving roles of frontline officers and community support personnel.

“In my role, connecting with communities across the country, I have heard a consistent message that it will take concerted effort from all levels of government to address the poverty, mental health and addiction issues that also pose a threat to public safety,” said MP Motz. “The current Liberal policies are not addressing the public safety aspect and Canadians deserve better.”

“Law enforcement and community support personnel in our region are facing increasing demands for mental health and addiction recovery support,” said MP Arnold. “Increased support for organizations supporting

mental health and addiction recovery combined with growth of accessible and affordable housing would reduce the demands on law enforcement and outreach organizations while also strengthening public safety.”

Other steps for preventing crime and self-harm were also discussed including the question of how personnel supporting persons at risk may initiate interventions earlier to potentially reduce the severity of crime and addiction.

There was also a clear message from municipal government representatives expressing the need for local communities and law enforcement to be involved in processes related to the release of persons deemed to be a risk or potential risk to public safety.

“Input from front line personnel and elected community leaders about what is and is not working helps us, as legislators and policy makers, better understand how public support systems are operating and what changes are needed to improve public safety and security in our rural and urban communities,” concluded MP Arnold. “I am grateful for the contributions of those who attended and will continue to advocate for the resources and laws required to increase public safety in our communities.”

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Walk with the Doc - September 28, 2019 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 2ND Annual North Shuswap Health Centre Fundraiser Join us for a family friendly 5 & 10 km walk/run through Shuswap Lake Provincial Park in support of NSHC! Registration at: www.canadahelps.org www.facebook.com/northshuswaphealth/ or in person at North Shuswap Health Centre Early Bird Single - $25.00 / Event day $35.00 Early Bird Family - $30.00 / Event day $40.00 To Donate to NSHC Fundraiser visit: www.nshealthcentre.ca click on donate now & select ‘Scotch Creek Walk About Event’

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By Jo Anne Malpass In keeping with the North Shuswap Health Society’s goal of promoting health of the public in the North Shuswap, they have two active outdoor fundraising events coming up.

On Saturday, September 28, you can “Walk with the Doc” in the second annual Great Scotch Creek WalkAbout. The family friendly event takes place at the Shuswap Lake Provincial Park from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Participants can choose a 5 km walk or a 10 km run.

Dr. Dinesh Mistry, who first came to the North Shuswap Health Centre as a locum doctor about five years ago and is now coming on a regular basis, will be joining the walk-about.

The event will include a market, prizes, kids’ colouring contest, barbecue and more, ending with mu-

sic and a family friendly dance from 2:00 to 4:00 pm with EZ Rock Morning Show host dj partico Patrick Ryley. Register ahead $25 single and $30 family or on event day for $35 single and $40 family. Vendors Spots are available for local crafters and food at Walk Event.

The second event is the first annual Golf Tournament, on October 13 at Talking Rock Golf Course, 9 holes of golf, dinner and silent auction. $95 per person. The Health Centre Society welcomes sponsors and donations for prizes and auction items.

Register for both events at the clinic or online at canadahelps.org. For more information, to book a vendor spot at the walk-about or donate items for the golf tournament, phone 250-955 -0660 or northshuswaphealthcentre@gmail.com

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Motorcycle safety, Everyone Plays a Role

By Jo Anne Malpass With at least another month of motorcycle traffic on our local roadways, motorists are reminded that everyone plays an important role in motorcycle safety.

In British Columbia, drivers are at fault in nearly 80 per cent of motorcycle crashes where the rider was seriously injured. Police report that driver distraction, and drivers who fail to yield, are the top factors in car crashes with motorcycles, according to the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC).

There were 51 motorcyclist deaths in BC in 2018, according to the BC Coroners Service. This is the highest annual total of the past decade (2009-2018) and is a 50% increase over the number of deaths in 2017.

Although statistics aren’t available for 2019, there have been several reports this summer of motorcyclist deaths.

ICBC reports an average of 1600 injuries per year where a motorcycle was involved. Motorcyclists were more likely to be injured on Saturdays (24% of deaths) and Sundays (18% of deaths) than on other days of the week.

If offers safety tips to learn how we can reduce crashes and injuries through better driving habits.

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

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

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

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

For motorcyclists, training and years of riding experience can make the difference when it comes to avoiding a crash. Reduce your chances of crashing or being seriously injured by following these safety tips: Practice emergency braking and obstacle avoidance.

Brush up on core skills in a safe place like an empty parking lot if you haven't ridden for a few months.

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

Watch drivers for clues.

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

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

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

Ride at a safe speed.

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

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

A passenger will affect how you ride due to the extra weight and movement so be prepared to adjust for the change by taking a

practice ride in a safe place.

Make sure your passenger is safe and comfortable riding with you.

Motorcycle crashes in B.C. peak in the summer with more riders onto the road.

The Motorcyclists Federation of Canada says “Motorcycling is a vital part of our Canadian experience and an important form of transportation and recreation. Motorcycles take us where we need to go. We ride for the sheer joy and sense of freedom motorcycling offers. Today, there are close to one million motorcyclists riding on and off-road motorcycles across Canada.”

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Women Riders World Relay Passes by September 14

By Jo Anne Malpass The Women Riders World Relay (WRWR) will be travelling from Kamloops to Revelstoke on September 14 as part of the Canadian section of its world -wide women’s motorbike relay.

The relay involves women passing a baton via “legs” of countries across the world. The WRWR will travel from Vancouver to New Brunswick over the course of 11 days.

WRWR was formed to help unite women of the world through their shared love of Motorbikes, bringing fun, experience, confidence and a sense of unity to women riders globally.

The relay started in Scotland in February and will end in the United Arab Emirates in January 2020, after travelling through Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand, North and South America.

WRWR reports on its website that women world-wide are responding to their call and sharing their enthusiasm for the event. The group has almost 16k members from more than 80 countries.

“Through our sheer masses, borderline bonkers aspirations, unity and determination, the women of WRWR can pull off the largest recorded world-wide motorbike relay.”

Founder Hayley Bell of the UK “I

wanted to ignite a global sisterhood of inspirational women to promote courage, adventure, unity and passion for biking from all corners of the world and do something that’s never been done before to this scale.

Our aim is to WOW the industry into realizing the global market for women in Motorsports and to inspire women world wide.

Going into motorcycle stores and seeing a lack of choice, combined with stereotypical pink and being told “there just isn’t the market for women”, highlighted to me just one small element of a much bigger picture around women in motorsports.

I want to show the industry the force behind the market that is so blindly overlooked.

I am doing this because women bikers can make this happen.”

The Kamloops to Revelstoke leg meets at Barnes Harley Davidson Sept.

14 at 2:00 pm for a BBQ lunch and leaves at 3:00 pm. Donations will go to the Battered Women Society. The trip ends at Great Canadian Tours in Revelstoke at 6:30 pm. Then on to Calgary the next day.

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We are always looking for ways to improve the care we can give to our donkeys. This year we completed Phase 1 of our Green Pastures Project by installing an irrigation system for our pastures and increasing the number of pastures. In addition to

good quality hay, our donkeys enjoyed precious time on pasture to run about and to have fresh, nutritional grass for breakfast.

We have been very pleased with the significant increase in visitors, many of whom travelled a great distance specifically to meet the donkeys and learn about them. It seems we are becoming a “destination”. For us it is a great opportunity to talk about donkeys, their special care requirements and how important they have been to the settlement of British Columbia.

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And we are only two-thirds of the way through the year.

This year our season will close out with two very important events.

On September 8th we will be pleased to welcome hungry folks to our 8th Annual Pancake Breakfast. From 9am to 11:30am, we are serving up yummy pancakes, delicious sausages and a beverage for only $10 per plate. Admission is free for this special fundraiser and all proceeds will go towards the purchase of good quality grass hay for the donkeys and mules. Breakfast for our guests and hay for the donkeys. Perfect!

September 15th marks the last day of our 2019 visitor season. This will be the final chance to get and give donkey snuggles until Thanksgiving so make sure to mark your calendars. Our Annual General Meeting will also be held that day from 10:30 to Noon. Members are encouraged to attend as this past year has been a very busy one, and we have lots of information to share.

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“For the past two years, our government has been focused on making sure BC Hydro works for people again,” said Michelle Mungall, Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. “I am thrilled that BC Hydro is now able to apply for a rate reduction for the first time in decades. If approved by our independent regulator, lower rates would make life better and more affordable for British Columbians.”

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By Jo Anne Malpass Children across British Columbia return to school on September 3.

RCMP remind parents, teachers and motorists, “we all have a key role to play in ensuring our kids head back to school safely.”

School zone speed limits are 30 km / hour from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on school days.

The BC RCMP website offers safety tips for drivers when encountering a school bus.

All vehicles must stop when the school bus displays flashing red warning lights and extends the stop signal arm. Vehicles may not pass until the flashing red lights and signals are turned off.

All vehicles traveling in the same or opposite direction as the bus are always required to stop.

Closer to schools and in school zone, RCMP also encourage drivers to exercise greater caution, and obey the school zone speed limits. It only takes a second for a child to run out onto the road.

General tips for motorists around schools include: • Slow down • Be especially careful when driving on neighborhood streets and around school zones, always expect the unexpected.

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Be alert for youngsters walking to and from school as you back out of your driveway or leave your parking garage.

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Young bicyclists have a tendency to dart out of driveways without looking for traffic.

If you decide to meet your child at the bus stop after school, wait on the side where the child will be dropped off, not across the street.

Children can get so excited at seeing you after school they might forget safety rules and dash across the street.

B.C. penalties: Speed in school zone: $196 to $253 and Fail to stop for school bus: $368 Pedestrians: Don't always assume you have the right of way as a pedestrian.

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The clinic has had a little self care recently and got a new look! Have you seen our new signs? Thanks to the generous folks at Shuswap Community Foundation we received a grant to update the health centre’s exterior signage. The new boulevard sign has our phone number & website making it easy for people to find the clinic’s contact information. The crisp new signs have an updated design and the two signs even match now. It’s nice to get a face lift once in a while.

The Shuswap Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that was created by and for the people of the Shuswap.

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By Gail McNeil-Oliver NSHC Executive Director Easier said than done with how busy life gets, but it’s important to take care of yourself. A few minutes every day to sit quietly and mindfully reflect, taking the time to go for a daily walk or even scheduling a monthly massage treatment can make a big difference in how one feels and manages their stress.

Doctors too encourage their patients to practice self -care in order to maintain good health and to improve over all health and wellbeing. Self-care can make you more effective and improve your energy. The positive feelings experienced through some form of self-care, create a rejuvenation within, improving confidence and self-esteem.

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Mark your calendars for NSHC fundraising events!!

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First Responders “911 … What is your emergency?”

Submitted by Karen Boulter North Shuswap First Responders would like to thank all of you in the community who continue to support our efforts to help you in emergency situations. Earlier in the year, when we noticed a decline in the number of calls we were being dispatched to, we asked for your help to correct the change in BC Emergency Health Services protocol, which precipitated this shortfall.

Thank you for taking it upon yourselves to ask if NSFR will be dispatched to your emergency during your initial 911 call, and thank you for letting us know whenever we were not dispatched. This certainly has helped to get us moving in the right direction. There have been times when we are being called with more regularity. Unfortunately, the frequency and speed at which we are dispatched, is still not consistent. We are asking for your continued help and patience. It is extremely sad, and sometimes heart-wrenching for all concerned, when we discover we could have helped, but were never contacted, or were called too late.

Please continue to contact Don Devine at donedevine@gmail.com or 250-955-2101; or Catherine McCrea at cm.nsbc@gmail.com to inform us if NSFR does not arrive before the ambulance.

As always, any information you provide will remain confidential, as is our mandate with regard to all calls we attend. Thank you for help-

ing us to keep our community safe.

Together, ‘We Make A Difference.’

We would also like to remind everyone of the medical equipment NSFR Society has on hand for you to borrow, free of charge, any time you require – Aluminum crutches, canes, walkers with no wheels/2 wheels/ 4 wheels, walkers with seats, hand brakes and baskets, walking casts, wheel chairs, shower stools, transfer benches, bathtub supports, commodes, bed pans, sock grabbers, back braces, bed rail supports, a bed table on wheels, etc., all allowing for a little more help while recuperating at home. Please contact Don Devine at donedevine@gmail.com or call 250-955-2101 to make arrangements and find out more about what we have available.

For those of you still looking to order your green with white reflective address sign (just $35), you may contact Margaret Needham any time at 250-679-2334 or ma.needham49@gmail.com We look forward to hearing from you soon.

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a First Responder, please contact Phyllis Shrum at 250 -955-2949 or pshrum52@gmail.com to find out what you can expect to learn and prepare for, while volunteering with NSFR. If you are interested in joining our FR Society, please email Catherine McCrea at cm.nsbc@gmail.com

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By Bev Shea The fun just keeps happening on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Anglemont Estates Golf Course.

July 25th saw us celebrating Christmas in July.

We started off with a fun golf game where each player on the team was a Christmas character – an elf, a reindeer, a Santa and a Christmas tree.

The team that finished first was Santa’s Shooters: Doris Hunter, Joanne McNeilly and Brenda Buffel, coming a close second was The Jingle Belles: Jan Wojciechowski, Wanda Lorencz, Pam Waters and Barb Chamberlin. There was also a prize that went to the person who drove closest to the Snowman and this was won by Barb Chamberlin. After the golf game the fun continued at the clubhouse. Our social convenor Lynn Miller did a wonderful job of keeping us all busy while we waited for our lovely Christmas Dinner which was prepared for us by Craig and Shantelle (turkey with all the fixings).

The fun continued into the month of August. We started on the first of August with 3 club day, the winner was Doris Hunter, 2nd Bev Shea and 3rd Wanda Lorencz. Then on August 8th we played Bingle, Bangle, Bongo and this time the winners were: Wanda Lorencz, 2nd Brenda Buffel and 3rd Claire

Vukadinovic. On to our August 15th Theme Day – this was a mix of Mexican and New Orleans, with the ladies dressed as brightly as tropical flowers.

Once again, we had a team game and this was won by the Cherie Amigas: Doris Hunter, Colleen Leroux, Bev Shea and Lynn Miller. In 2nd place was The Quatro Mujeres Feliz: Irene Anderson, Barb Newfield, Darla Wilkinson and Karen Freeman.

After our game we all went to Colleen Leroux’s home for our Annual General Meeting and a fabulous pot luck lunch that was accompanied by Margaritas. On August 22nd we had our last “fun” game of the season: Betty Loree won the prize for most honest golfer, the high reverse score went to Doris Hunter and the low reverse score was won by Lori Miller.

August 20 was the final of 6 Pin Rounds this season. In first place was Doris Hunter, in 2nd Darla Wilkinson and in 3rd Lynn Miller. Congratulations to all our winners and that means congratulations to all our golfers, in my book you are all winners. Our Ladies’ Club Championship was held over 2 days, August 27th and 29th. We will wrap up the official part of the year with a lunch on September 5th.

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Tuesday and Thursday mornings for as long as the course is open. You can still join us and get to know some of us so that next spring you are ready to spring into action with us.

Once again we want to acknowledge our wonderful sponsors: B& D Concrete, The Kicker, Irene Anderson, Lynn Miller, Benjamin Moore- Ian Robertson and the Anglemont Estates Golf Club. Until next month, keep your head down and follow-through.

Anglemont Men’s Golf

By Gerry Shea The Men’s Match Play Championship has been completed and the 2018 winner, Craig Golemblaski, is the 2019 match play champion. The “B” side winner and runner-up is Steve Gaskin. Thanks to all of the guys who signed up and played in the tournament and thanks to Jim Taylor for his good job in organizing the tournament.

Also, many thanks to our Club Captain, Floyd Forsch, for his work in organizing the Thursday men’s night tournaments and insuring that the hole prizes and the low net/low gross prizes were fairly distributed.

Also, thanks to our club president, Ron Buffel, for keeping everyone informed as to the schedule of events and the men’s play results.

On July 30, ten club members attended a putting lesson sponsored by the men’s club at Talking Rock. The club will also host a sponsor’s thank you supper on August 22.

The Men’s Club Championship was played on August 24 and 25. The wind-up supper and trophy presentations are scheduled for Friday, September 6. The last official men’s night will be September 12, although the few members who are around in September and October still come out on Thursday nights for some unofficial golf and a supper.

The Senior Men still play on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until the course closes in the fall. Play will start at 8:30 AM on September 3 and 10:00 AM in October. New golfers are always welcome.

Please direct any inquiries to Craig at the course, 250 955-2323 or Gerry Shea at 250 955-0365.

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By Jo Anne Malpass Using a family recipe handed down over generations, Mark and Samantha Binns are introducing Shuswap residents to the traditional English breakfast sausage or banger.

The English Sausage Company, located in Lee Creek, started producing English bangers and back bacon for sale about two years ago.

Mark and Samantha moved from England to Canada in July of 2010.

They made their home in Sunnybrae for the first few years, establishing a completely different type of business and then moved to Lee Creek in 2014.

Having been in the family business as a butcher in Britain, growing up on farms, Mark made English breakfast bangers for his family and friends. The hobby grew until they decided to turn it into a business, making bangers and bacon for retail outlets, stores and cafes.

Along with outlets in Kamloops, Grinrod, Vernon and Kelowna, you can find their products at Ross Creek Store in Magna Bay, Sunnyside Market in Celista and PharmaChoice in Chase.

Scotch Creek Hub uses their back bacon in the Hub burger and you can also taste

their products at Spinnakers Café in Blind Bay, Railside Restaurant and Natty Cakes Bakeshop in Chase.

The English Breakfast Sausage Company doesn’t use left over scraps for its sausages, it uses fresh prime cuts of BC pork and imports other ingredients from England. Using his closely guarded family recipe and years of experience, they buy the seasoning from an English company that has been making seasoning for 200 years. Bangers are more savory, containing a greater quantity of herbs, which is one reason why they go so well with mashed potatoes and gravy, the traditional bangers and mash.

Samantha explained how bangers got their name.

During World War I, when there were meat shortages, sausage meat was stretched with whatever families could find. Because of this, bangers were more liable to pop or bang under high heat when cooked.

Along with the traditional bangers, they make back bacon, gluten free bangers, pork and chive, sausage meat and jumbo sausage rolls. In their small, sterile Interior Health Authority approved processing facility they make an average of about 1,000 pounds of prod(Continued on page 49)

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uct per week, 600 lbs of sausage and 400 lbs of bacon.

Their business is at a turning point now where they are trying to decide which direction to go, either selling to large grocery chains or keeping it small by selling at farmers’ markets or opening a small retail shop on the North Shuswap.

Their Facebook page is full of rave reviews such as this one. “Anyone looking for decent sausages should try these out, best we have tasted since leaving England....Tonight we had our last pack which were the "English Breakfast Sausage", they were to die for!!

Now I'm confused as to which I like best, they are all so good.... definitely Five Stars.”

Mel Arnold Visits Scotch Creek

By Jo Anne Malpass North Okanagan Shuswap MP Mel Arnold (right) met with constituents from Lee Creek to Seymour Arm on August 21, discussing a variety of topics at a meet and greet hosted by Dave Cunliffe (left) at Scotch Creek. Mike McManamna (centre) was one of the approx. 15 residents who stopped in to talk about issues including fisheries, wildlife protection, cooperation with other levels of government, roads, the economy and the environment. Kicker staff photo

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By Jan Penner constructed to pump water.

Last month’s item is a blade from a windmill. This Sometimes the water was/is pumped from a well into a particular blade was hand carved from a piece of cedar holding tank of some sort, and connected to a windmill making it easier to acquire water, especially if the that operated on a family quantities needed farm in SaskatchLast Month’s Thing at one time were/ ewan. CongratuWindmill Blade are large. lations to the The water winner of the might be $25 prize, Name That Thing used in order to Janet Frausel water crops or Harvey. livestock, fill a Windmills locomotive reshave long ervoir or a tank adorned flat, being hauled off windswept for household plains on all Email: kicker@kicker.ca. use at a differcontinents Call: 250-955-0534 worldwide since Or drop answer in one of our drop ent location. boxes at Scotch Creek Market, the late 1100’s. Sunnyside Supermarket in Celista, Some windmills They have been or Ross Creek Store in Magna Bay. were/are used HINT: Approx 8” cube for drainage, in constructed in many forms and Entry Deadline - Fri. Sept 20 areas where water frequently for many purposes. Their commonality collected, allowing the land to be used for farming or throughout the ages has been and continues to be, to some other type of development. harness the power of the We saw the construction wind. of windmill farms become The first purpose of a popular in the early 21st windmill that comes to mind for many people, is as century. The sole purpose of these wind turbines is to a means to power a grist mill in order to grind grains. generate electricity.

The style of windmill The sails catch the wind turning mechanisms within constructed depends not the mill structure, which in only on its use, but very turn produces cracked grain much on its location. First or flours. This system was off, without a wind source, they are useless. Open most beneficial in areas plains and coastlines have with no water source for a waterwheel, or in locations almost constant breezes and both skeletal structures from where winter weather caused the water to freeze, bygone days and more modern structures still in use can thus limiting the milling (Continued on page 51) season.

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They are a symbol of ingenuity, development and perseverance.

Here is our item for next month. Submit your guess and you could be our next $25 prize winner. Good luck everyone!

By Loretta Greenough Membership

Throughout the summer, the North Shuswap Community Hall remains a busy place with various local groups continuing with their classes of Zumba, Nia and Kangoo. Weddings and Celebrations of Life are frequently held throughout the summer. There are special events such as the Pottery Show and Splish Splash Pottery and of course, Bingo, which is every Monday evening except on holidays.

Any proceeds from the Bingo go to help support the hall. The executive would like to thank all the Bingo volunteers who put in many volunteer hours to keep the Bingo running smoothly. A special Thank You to Sue Murray for all her dedication to the Bingo.

The Farmers Market held every Wednesday at

9:00 a.m. will continue until Sept. 4. The North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Art Show on August 31 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Come out to see the talent of our local artists. There will also be two Sip and Paint workshops between 5:00 and 6:30 pm. Lyn Barton will be doing watercolour and Pat Taylor will be doing acrylic. Space is limited for the workshops so please register with the Chamber.

Mark your calendar for our Rocktober Dance, Oct. 5 at 7:00 pm. There will be a live band and the cost is only $20.00. Come out and support our hall while having fun!

We would like to thank Chris Morris our janitor who willingly helps with any requests we ask of him.

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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By Ted Danyluk Only one week left to get tickets for the September 7 performance by the Sycamore Trio at the Celista Winery. The Sycamore Trio comprised of a Violin, Cello and Viola will be playing the Goldberg Variations by Bach starting at 3:00 pm sharp, rain or shine in the gardens outside the Celista Winery tasting room. Included with your $20 ticket is a glass of wine donated by the Celista winery as well as a chance to win a four pack of wine. Youth tickets for $10 include a soft drink. Tickets are available at the Celista Winery, The Hub, Ross Creek Store and Scotch Creek Market.

Bring your own lawn chair and limited shelters will be provided. Due to the nature of the music, it is not suitable for young children.

For further information or to purchase tickets call Pat Anderson at 250-955-2432.

We have a WINNER! The familiar sound when we draw your ticket at our weekly Meat & 50/50 Draw. This popular weekly activity gets going for the new season on Saturday, Sept. 7. Hope to see you there from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at The Hub. The Lions Annual Garage Sale is only two weeks away on September 14 from 10:00 -2:00 p.m. It is

being held on the lawn between Century 21 and the Scotch Creek Market. It will be the place to purchase that special item you’ve always needed as well as enjoying the culinary delights of the Lions Bar BQ. If you have donations for the Sale, contact Chuck Fisher at 250-9550138.

If you have not yet reserved your 2020 North Shuswap Lions Community Spirit Calendar you are in luck as the Club is still taking orders for this perennial favorite. Would you like to see one of your Shuswap photos be chosen as the “Calendar Photo”?

We would be interested in receiving it. Photo entries and information about where to find a Lion for purchasing a calendar, contact Tom Price at 250-5746104 or email esgipacific@cablelan.net Our Lions Club has a problem that needs to be remedied. We don’t have enough new members. So how about joining an awesome group of dynamic, energetic, vibrant and vigorous folks. Our club meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month in the Committee Room at the NSCA Hall in Celista. For more information contact Pat at 250-955-2432.

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Literacy Volunteers Opportunities Volunteers assist a teacher

By Darcy Calkins and CEA in creating enrichFall is a busy time for many organizations, and the ing after school activities for selected students.

Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society (LASS) is Elementary students are no exception. In September not the only program parand October we prepare to ticipants who benefit from launch several community literacy programs including One to One Reading, Valid Reading After School Program and Cyber Seniors Computer Tutoring.

Volunteer Volunteer Trudy Nedila support is cruwith Bridgit the dog and Student. cial to the success of each of these provolunteer support. Cyber grams, and can be a reward- Seniors Computer Tutoring ing experience for people matches volunteer tutors with 1 to 2 hours of availa- with seniors who need to ble time per week. learn computer basics such If you love to read and as setting up email acenjoy working with chilcounts, downloading files, dren, One to One Chillearning to use word prodren’s Literacy takes place cessing software or organat most of the elementary izing folders. Many seniors schools in our district and are also looking for help can make a big difference with tablets and cell to a student who is a reluc- phones. Volunteer committant or struggling reader. ment is 1 hour a week for 6 Volunteers commit to -8 weeks at a time and pro1.5 hours per week of read- grams run in Blind Bay, ing with students for 10 Enderby, Salmon Arm and weeks. All tutoring is done Sicamous. at school, during school Volunteering is a fantashours and supports students tic way to connect with the in grades 2 to 5. LASS pro- community, meet new peovides volunteer training and ple, and improve wella clear criminal record being. If you are interested check is required. in more information about Valid After School volunteering with the LiterReading Program takes acy Alliance of the Shusplace at Bastion, Hillcrest, wap Society please call 250 Salmon Arm West and -463-4555 or email adSouth Broadview Elemen- min@shuswapliteracy.ca. tary Schools twice a week.

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By Carmen Tayles As we say “goodbye” to summer, we jump right back into our regularly scheduled activities here at Lakeview Centre. Anglemont Market was new at the Centre this year and we thank all involved in making it a success.

Please check out our calendar and join us at the Centre for some fun and awesome activities. https:// www.lakeviewcommunitycentresocie ty.com/monthly-calendar.html General Meeting for Members: All members are asked to attend the general meeting on September 10 at 2:30 p.m. Your feedback is important.

See you there!

“Rise and Shine” Breakfast, Saturday, September 14, 2019 (9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.). A huge “Thank you” to L & S Garage 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 or becoming Lakeview Centre’s Breakfast Coordinator, please contact Jim Dingeldein at 250682-6235.

Fitness Classes with Carmen - Fitness Classes for September are resuming their regular schedule starting Labour Day, September 2. Monday 8:30 a.m., Wednesday 9:00 a.m. and Friday 9:00 a.m., one-hour sessions.

Please bring a mat, sweat towel, water bottle, and light hand weights. If it is your first visit, please arrive 10 minutes before class to fill in a PARQ and waiver. Note: There will be no classes Thanksgiving Week (October 14 - 18).

DID YOU KNOW? Positions at Lakeview Centre The Board is in need of an Events Coordinator, Maintenance Coordina-

tor and Breakfast 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.

Maintenance Coordinator(s)/ Volunteers: Required to maintain operations of various equipment at the Centre within their abilities and bring major fixes required to the Board’s attention, source out contractors and quotes for said jobs.

Breakfast Coordinator: Your duties will include ensuring a sponsor for each month’s breakfast, buying the food required, finding volunteers to help you with making / serving breakfast, setting up and tearing down of tables and chairs, and the possibility of various other duties to make this fundraiser for the Centre successful.

We are still looking for volunteers to sign up into subcommittees of their interest. 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 e-mail lakeviewcommunitycentre@gmail.com with your information, or you can add your information to the sign-up sheets located on the main floor bulletin board at the Centre.

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teers for their interest in their Community Centre and for all of their help in keeping the Centre in operation. Your help is always greatly appreciated!

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

Anglemont Estates Golf Course would like to extend a special thank you to Deidre Meier for all of her hard work with us and wish her the very best in her new full-time position.

I would like to thank Aim Road Maintenance Services for their immediate response to a road complaint I had made. Davis Road in Magna Bay was in dire need of repair. The pot holes were beyond acceptable.

I called on a Monday and they came and repaired the holes the next day. It's nice to see that quick response. Hats off to you workers.

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By Jo Anne Malpasss Thousands of British Columbians celebrate BC Rivers Day on the fourth Sunday in September each year, making it Canada’s largest river appreciation event.

This event coincides with World Rivers Day, now the world’s largest river-related celebration and one that was inspired by this BC event.

This will be the 15th annual World Rivers Day, which has become the world’s largest celebration of rivers and all the life that they sustain. This year’s theme is “waterways in our communities,” and thousands of WRD events involving millions of people are set to take place.

In 2005, the United Nations launched the Water for Life Decade to help create a greater awareness of the need to better care for our water resources. Following this, the establishment of World Rivers Day was in response to a proposal initiated by internationally renowned river advocate, Mark Angelo.

The proposal for a global event to celebrate rivers was based on the success of BC Rivers Day, which Mark Angelo had founded and led in western Canada since 1980. A World Rivers Day event was seen by agencies of the UN as a good fit for the aims of the Water for Life Decade and the proposal was approved. River enthusiasts from around the world came together to organize the inaugural WRD event. That first event in

2005 was a great success and Rivers Day was celebrated across dozens of countries. Since then, the event has continued to grow.

It is annually celebrated on the last Sunday of every September. Last year, several million people across more than 60 countries celebrated the many values of our waterways.

BC Rivers Day generates public awareness about British Columbia’s waterways through a series of BC Rivers Day events hosted all across BC by recreational clubs, conservation organizations, community groups, schools, and local governments to highlight the recreational, environmental and economic importance of BC’s rivers and the need for better river management.

Activities range from stream clean-ups and paddle trips to community festivals and stream stewardship groups showcasing their work to the public. Many of these events involve volunteers who make a positive difference to the health of BC’s rivers, benefiting local communities that take part in these celebrations.

Outdoor Recreation Council of BC coordinates the BC River Day initiative and acts as a central registry and promoter of events across the province.

To find out more information on BC Rivers Day, and how you can get involved, check out the following link: https://www.orcbc.ca/bc -river-day/

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BC Liberal Caucus Communications Column

By Greg Kyllo MLA for Shuswap In April the government announced a WorkSafeBC review aimed at examining a worker’s return to work following an injury. Reviews are generally not a point of conflict, however in mid-August, 46 provincial business organizations suddenly backed out, citing a loss of confidence in the process.

The concerns stemmed from the governmentappointed head of the review.

Retired labour lawyer Janet Patterson has been selected — a notable choice considering that Patterson conducted a review of WorkSafeBC in 2009, that was previously commissioned by the BC Federation of Labour. Businesses quickly discovered the focus of the current review is based heavily on recommendations that Patterson drew up for the BC Fed precisely a decade ago.

This is a serious problem as it seems likely that the review will not be carried out in an impartial and balanced manner. How could it be anything but biased if the review-

er has previously published a report in which she has already reached conclusions and made recommendations?

Additionally troubling is the fact that employers had no role in the process, their inclusion in the review being mainly for show while their opinions were ignored.

Unfortunately, this kind of bias is par for the course with the current government. Not only have they been repeatedly shown to favour organized labour, but they have also consistently ignored input from business. From raising and introducing new taxes, to conducting reviews based on smoke and mirrors, this government is making it impossible for small businesses to turn a profit, and in turn, hire more employees.

A review of the workers compensation system could yield positive results, but it must be done in an impartial and balanced manner. What we need is genuine consultation, not an empty exercise with outcomes predetermined by a political agenda.

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Letters to the Editor Benefits of getting outside

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Well done Gail McNeil Oliver for your excellent article from the North Shuswap Health Society, on the benefits of getting outside into the fresh air and exercising.

As a locum Physician in your beautiful area for a month, I could not agree with you more on the benefits of walking and outside living.

Apart from all those benefits that you have quoted, here are some of the recognised medical treatments which I personally use for my patients on a daily basis: 1.Low back pain. Walking and stretching takes much of that spasm out of your long spine muscles. It's one of the most used forms of treatment for those patients (many) who have low back pain of undiagnosed origin. It even is the number 1 treatment for moderately slipped discs (and not surgery).

2.Depression. With mental health issues becoming more and more prevalent with the strain of modern life, walking is one of the most recognised treatments for Depression and a variety of other mental health issues. It stimulates those neuro-transmitters in your brain which you need to fight depression. In some situations exercise works even better than taking anti -depressant medication.

3.Diabetes. I am sure we are all well aware of the fact that probably the most important component of Diabetes is high blood sugar and to try to lower those sugar values by diet and

exercise. Yes there is that exercise again - nothing better than getting that sugar level down than a brisk walk once or twice a day because what you are doing is to stimulate the production of more Insulin needed to bring down the sugar levels.

4.Arthritis. Osteoarthritis (joint inflammation) is a normal ageing process which is going to hit us all at some time or other. All research into the disease has shown categorically that those people who exercise do far better than those who do not, and in fact with regular exercise you might very well stave off the need for a hip or knee replacement later on in life.

5.Heart disease. Well I am sure that we are aware of the fact that exercise has the beneficial effect of improving the circulation, not only in your legs, but your whole body including those arteries in your heart (coronary) arteries as well. Exercise younger and live longer. What does to cardiologist tell you to do after a bypass operation or stent placements. Yes you guessed it exercise of which walking is the number one.

For those of you who find exercise (or particularly walking) difficult, remember there is always the swimming pool to exercise in. Walking against the water or simply swimming is a great form of exercise as well.

See you on the trails!

David Smith MD.

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This is in response to the half page “ad” in the June edition for our MP Mel Arnold & the Conservative Party.

Oh My! I was totally unaware that Human Trafficking was such a key election issue that it deserved so much space in the Kicker.

The article smelled of more fearmongering from the Cons. Next issue

perhaps Mr. Arnold could address real local issues such as jobs, education, health care and protecting our environment. I can hardly wait for the all-candidates debates to hear Mr. Arnold talk about climate change and explain the wishy-washy plan his party has developed.

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Vera Gottlieb A short quote might Switzerland help answer her question: Shared Moments Help the Healing The other day on an outing to the beach I came across a group of people. A man told me his 25-yearold nephew had left this world. While swimming, I was overcome with waves of emotions and memories of a similar gathering on a beach 25 years ago. The year my friend took his own life was the year this man’s nephew was born, two lifetimes in a heartbeat.

I did not know this young man, but I know that he was loved and will be missed. As the sorrow, heartache and healing journey begins for his friends and family, mine will continue on. I feel we helped each other out in those mo-

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ments on the beach. I thank them all. You never know when one might find comfort in a shelter of love and understanding. If you or someone you know has a broken wing, is hurting and needs a shoulder to lean on, reach out. There are people who care and will listen.

There are also resources for the surviving friends and family. 1-800 suicide (784-2433) or online Crisiscentre.bc.ca. Online Service for Adults www.CrisisCentreChat.ca and Online Service for Youthwww.YouthinBC.com Don Bolander, Scotch Creek

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By Jan Penner As this month’s Kicker is being printed, students and staff are getting ready to head back to school. Welcome back to all our staff, students and parents, and welcome to our new families.

Anyone with questions regarding PAC, supplies, fees, programs or any other inquiries can call 250-2214 or check the school and District 83 websites.

North Shuswap School will have some staff changes this year, as for one, we will have a new music teacher. Introductions to new staff will be made next month when everyone has had a chance to settle in.

A reminder to drivers that while

Squilax-Anglemont Road does not have signs requiring you to slow down around bus stops and when children are walking on the roadside, it takes only seconds to do so. The speed zone is posted on all roads around the school and driver attention to it is greatly appreciated.

None of us can stop on a dime and children are our most valuable commodity.

Hopefully everyone will also remember that Red Means Stop when we see the lights flashing on our beautiful yellow buses!

Here’s to a fantastic new school year filled with academics, athletics, arts and friendships! Welcome back everyone!

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Submitted by Betty Mohninger The Pink Piston Paddlers, a Salmon Arm based dragon boat team, returned home with gold medals after competing in the Kamloops Dragon Boat Festival on August 10th. The festival was a one-day event held at Riverside Park on the Thompson River. The team paddled in four races winning the final race to take the Women's red Final A. The Pink Piston team is comprised of paddlers from Scotch Creek, Chase, Sorrento, Enderby, Grindrod, Sicamous, and Salmon Arm.

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St. DavidÊs by the Lake on the highway in Celista

Join us for worship Sundays at 11:00 am ∼ Come and find out how our Bear reaches out to the community and the world ∼ Be touched by inspirational messages and music ∼ Celebrate the Season of Creation; a look at the turnings in our lives and in nature ∼ Celebrate National Teddy Bear Day with a pot luck picnic lunch after the service September 8

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Media Release The Ministry of Health is supporting improved transportation for seniors to help them maintain meaningful social connections and independence in their local communities.

“Lack of access to transportation can increase social isolation, undermine an individual’s ability to complete daily activities ranging from grocery shopping, health appointments and engaging in community programs that improve mental and physical well-being. That’s why we are taking steps to resolve this barrier,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “This announcement is the first of several steps to support and enhance the work non-profit organizations do to help seniors live better, healthier lives in community. This reflects Premier John Horgan’s strong commitment to seniors in B.C.” The Province is providing approximately $1.23 million through regional health authorities to 13 community organizations throughout British Columbia for projects that improve transportation services for seniors.

Community groups will purchase 12 buses and vans and make other improvements to existing transportation services for seniors to help them age in place, stay physically active and socially engaged.

Chase Community Services Society was one of the groups, receiving $115,000 to purchase and operate a bus to provide transportation to seniors.

“Seniors are the hearts of our communities and they deserve to get the

support they need to live the healthiest lives possible,” said Anne Kang, Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors and Multiculturalism. “By increasing transportation options within the community, seniors will better be able to live independent lives and stay physically and socially active.”

In the coming weeks, the Ministry of Health will announce further supports for seniors throughout all health authorities. For example, Northern Health is providing $300,000 to three community organizations for new programs that improve access to healthy foods, social connections and recreation activities in Dawson Creek, Prince George and Smithers.

Supporting seniors’ transportation and social programs is part of government’s commitment to strengthen the supports and services available to seniors. Government is investing $1.018 billion over three years to improve care for seniors, including investments in primary care, home health, long-term care and assisted living. This includes $75 million over the next three years to expand respite care and adult day programs and $240 million over three years to increase staffing levels in long-term care homes, with the goal of achieving 3.36 direct care hours per resident day – on average – across all health authorities by the end of 2020-21.

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NORTH SHUSWAP • Doctors in Clinic - Sept. 3-6 Dr. Mark Hick-

man, Sept. 11-14 Dr. Alison Leighton, Sept. 23 -27 Dr. Dinesh Mistry. NS Health Centre. 250955-0660 for appointments.

• Chamber Business Social - Thurs. Sept 5, 4pm to 6:30pm. Please RSVP info@ northshuswapbc.com. 250-804-8097 • Karaoke at Anglemont Estates Golf - Sat. Sept. 7 from 7pm to 11pm. FMI 250-955-2323 • Classical Musical Trio - Sat. Sept. 7, 3pm at Celista Estate Winery. Featuring “The Sycamore Trio.” Goldberg Variations; violin, viola and cello. Fundraiser for NS Lions Club Youth Program. Tickets at Celista Estate Winery, The Hub & Ross Creek Store. BYO lawn chair.

• Lions Club Meat & 50/50 Draw - New season starts Sat, Sept. 7, 3-5pm, weekly at The Hub. • The Copper Island Swim - Sept. 7, from Shuswap Lake Provincial Park to Copper Island and back, 2.7 km. Register or volunteer at www.trytri.org/copper-island-swim.

• Marketing 101 Workshop - Tues. Sept. 10, 9am to 12pm at Scotch Creek Community Hall (Fire Hall). Find marketing solutions that work for your business. Pre register at info@ northshuswapbc.com FMI 250-804-8097 • Adams River Salmon Society Interpretive Cabin at Tsútswecw Provincial Park - Wednesday Walkabouts, discover park and learn about salmon. 10 am– 12 pm by donation. Salmon Sundays - Families come play and learn with games/activities about salmon from 1pm-3pm.

• General Meeting Lakeview Centre - All members are asked to attend. Sept. 10 at 2:30 p.m. Your feedback is important. See you there!

• Drop-in Jam Sessions - Thursdays Sept 12 & 26, 7pm at the Lakeview Centre • Lions Annual Garage Sale - Sept 14, 10am to 2pm at the Centre in Scotch Creek. To donate call Chuck at 250-955-0138 • “Rise and Shine” Breakfast - Sat. Sept. 14, 9 am to 11:00am. Lakeview Centre Anglemont.

• Business Luncheon with Greg Kyllo - Thurs.

Sept 19, noon to 1pm at NS Christian Fellowship. 4079 Butters Rd. Free Lunch.

• Live Music at The Hub - Piel Canela Latin Band Fri. Sept 20. Karaoke Sat. Sept. 21., Music Trivia . Fri. Sept 27. Drag Queen Dinner Theatre Sat. Sept 28 250-955-2002.

• 2nd Annual Great Scotch Creek Walk-About - “Walk with the Doc” Sept. 28 at Shuswap Lake Provincial Park. 9am-2pm, family friendly

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5km walk and 10km run. Family Dance, Market, Prizes, Kids Coloring Contest, Barbecue & more!. Register after Aug. 6 at NS Health Clinic.

• Rocktober - Oct. 5 at 7pm. Dance Fundraiser for NS Community Hall. Cash Bar. Tickets Sunnyside Market and Scotch Creek Market.

• Golf Tournament - Oct. 13 to support NS Health Centre. Talking Rock, golf, dinner & silent auction. FMI 250-955-0660 or email northshuswaphealthcentre@gmail.com SOUTH SHUSWAP • South Shuswap Library - South Shuswap Lego. For ages 3-12. Come create something spectacular with our Lego while having some fun. Drop-in during library hours. Mother Goose Lively hour filled with songs, rhymes and fingerplays! Light snack served. Fridays at 10:15 am. Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Under 3 with caregiver. Drop-in. Free. Shuswap Solar Energy Society Presentation Sat. Sept.

14, 10:30 am. Hook Rugs - Local artist Denise De Jose will demonstrate during hands-on class. Please register. 5 people per class.

Thurs., Sept. 26 from 2-3:30. Chris Czajkowski will be on the road with a book again this fall. An account by a neighbour and her about their dramatic experiences during 2017 West Chilcotin fires. Oct. 4 at 1:30pm. Drop-in.

• Carlin Hall Concerts - Sandtimer - Thurs.

Sept 5, 7pm. Margit Sky Project Sat. Sept.

21, 7pm at Carlin Hall. Tickets at Acorn music or at the door. 4051 Myers Rd. Tappen.

• Blind Bay Poker Run - Sept. 8, 10am to 3pm. Check in time 3pm at Finz. 50/50 draw.

Pick up cards from each Marina. FMI Finz ad on pg. 19 • "Voices Raised in Song" – Sorrento Glee Club Choir new season starts Mon. Sept. 9 9:30am Sorrento Drop in Society Hall, opposite Sorrento Elementary. New members always welcome.

• Last chance for donkey cuddles – Sept. 15 last day of our 2019 Turtle Donkey Refuge visitor season. AGM that day from 10:30 to Noon.

• 5th Annual Charity Golf Classic - Sat. Sept.

21 at Shuswap Lake Estates. Hosted by Finz.

Prizes, 50/50, silent Auction. Call to register 250-675-3222. spaces limited • Bridal/Rental Fair at Historic Notch Hill Hall - Sat. Sept. 21, 12pm to 4pm. Wedding vendors, refreshments. View Heritage Hall. FMI 250-835-4721. 1639 Notch Hill Rd.

• Rough Cut in Concert - Sat. Sept. 28 7pm at

Notch Hill Town Hall. Local Bluegrass band. Tickets online with Eventbright or call 250-835-4721 For more South Shuswap events see the South Shuswap Scoop scheduled to deliver Sept. 6 CHASE & AREA •Chase Curling Club Pancake breakfast Sun. Sept. 8. 9 to 11am. Pancakes, sausages, eggs, coffee/tea, juice and lots of friendly smiles. All proceeds go towards the day to day operating of completely volunteer run Chase Curling Club.

•Breakfast with the Donkeys Fundraiser Sun. Sept. 8, 9am to 11:30am. Pancakes, sausages, coffee. Free Admission at Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge. FMI 250-679-2778 • Chase Library Events - Basics of using Apple’s iOS operating system, iPad, iPad Mini, iPhone, or iPod Touch. Sat Sept 14 11am1230pm. Call the library to register.

250.679.3331. Learn about apps, connecting to Wi-Fi, notifications, multi-touch gestures etc.

Not necessary to own an Apple iOS device, but bring yours if you have one. Women & Wellness Series continues 5:45-6:45pm, Sept 19, Oct 17 and Nov 14. Tanya Giles, from IG Wealth Management, touching on a variety of issues women deal with financially. A few spaces are still available for last three sessions. 250.679.3331 • Team Chase Tea & Fashion Show – Sun. Sept. 29, 1pm at Chase Community Hall. Proceeds to CIBC Run for the Cure. Fashions by Lindy’s, Miller’s, Tribes. Prizes & Vendors.

Tickets from Miller’s, Lindy’s Boutique and Team Chase Members SALMON ARM & AREA • Salmon Arm Fair - Fri Sept 6 to Sun Sept 8.

Parade at 10:45am. Horse show, rides, Super Dogs, mechanical bull, mini golf, Barn Dance on Friday night. FMI salmonarmfair.com • Shuswap Theatre Annual Open House - Oct. 5, 7 to 9:30 pm, 41 Hudson Avenue NWRefreshment Served FARMERS MARKETS • Celista Hall Farmer’s Market - Wednesdays 9am to 1pm until Sept. 11 • Chase Farm & Craft Market - until Sept 1, Fridays, 10am to 2pm (by Safety Mart) • Sorrento Village Farmers’ Market - May 11Oct. 12. Saturdays 8 am - noon.

• Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market - Sundays 9:30am -1:30pm until Sept 1st. by the Hub. scotchcreekfarmersmarket@gmail.com

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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, Regular hours 250-832-8194 250-675-2449 Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Rob MacDuff at 250-505-2781 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Brian MacDuff 250-955-0981 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Arts Council for the South Shuswap.. Karen Brown 250.515.3276 Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-682-3094 Lions Club.. Pat Anderson 250-955-2432 AWE Society.. email: awesociety7@gmail.com. Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 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.. Tod Wilson 250-253-6253 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 250-803cm.nsbc@gmail.com 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 .. skiskmana@gmail.com / ski-skmana.com Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon.. South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Tammy Packer Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 250-463-2495 shuswapcanadaday.ca HEALTH SERVICES  Taoist Tai Chi .. Judy 250-679-5425 NS Health Centre Society.. Kris Jensen 250-955-0383 Victim Services.. Guy Ramsay 250-679-8638 Scotch Creek Clinic - 250-955-0660 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359 Chase Medical Clinic - 250-679-1420 Sudoku - Easy

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

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Regularly Scheduled Events

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.

• 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.

• Zumba - Tues & Thurs 9am to 10am. FMI Julie 250-679-8502 LAKEVIEW CENTRE ACTIVITIES 7703 Squilax-Anglemont Rd, Anglemont • Anglebay Entertainers - Wed. 1pm - 3pm • Arts & Crafts - Tues. 10am - 2pm (bring a lunch) • Bridge - Wed. 7pm – 9pm • 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, Thurs 5pm, Fri. 9am.

• 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 • Lions Club Meat Draw & 50/50 Draw Alternating Saturdays at Lakeview & Scotch Creek Fire Hall. 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 Carol 250-3193088 or Kris 250-955-0383 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

SHUSWAP LAKE ESTATES COMMUNITY .SOUTH SHUSWAP CENTRE: 2404 Centennial Dr, Blind Bay • Notch Hill Town Hall Assoc. - 1st Mon. at 7pm FMI call 250-675-2523 (bank holiday 2nd Mon). Info 250-803-5206 • Mon: Line Dance - intermediate 1-3pm, Sponge • Probus Club of Copper Island - 2nd Thurs.10am Ball 9-12pm (coffee, 9:30) at Cedar Heights Community Hall.

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

Society. Saturday workshops 1-4 pm. FMI 250Lego Club 2nd Wed 6:30-8pm 675-2849 • Thurs: Play Group 9-12pm, Shuswap Pipers1-4pm • Shuswap Wood Carvers - Wed 9am to noon at Sorrento Drop in Centre. FMI Ken 250-675-3316. • Friday: Sponge Ball 9-12pm, Youth Group (Gr. 5 -7)6:30-7:30pm - (Gr. 8 & up)7:30-9:30pm, • Sorrento Lions Club Meat Draw - Fridays 5Scrappy Quilt Chics 9-3pm 7pm at Copper Island Pub in Sorrento. 50/50 CHASE draw FMI Wayne, 250-675-2616 • Fish & Game Club - 3rd Mon. 7:30pm at Chase • The Arts On-Site with Lady Nature meet Creekside Mondays at 9am to create outdoors in the forest, • Movie Night - Chase Community Hall, Thurs, near Sorrento-Blind Bay. FMI: 250-675minimal admission, concession, FMI 250-3195097, www.thethirdhouse.ca/theartsonsite 6302.

• TOPS Sorrento #4369 - meets every Wed from • Parkside Estates - Public Bingo Wed. 1pm, FMI 8:15 to 10:00 am at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. 2740 Fairway Hills Rd. 250-803 250-679-4477 Ext. 5 • Taoist Tai Chi - Chase Community Hall on -5206 Tuesdays from 10-11am and Thursdays from 9:30 BLIND BAY MEMORIAL HALL -11:30 am. FMI Judy 250-679-5425 2510 Blind Bay Rd,250-675-3139. Email: CHASE CREEKSIDE FOR SENIORS blindbayhall@gmail.com Facebook: Blind Bay 542 Shuswap Ave - FMI Sharron 250-679-1183 Community Hall and Reedman Gallery • Mon: Exercise for guys/gals, 8:30am / Bridge Website: blindbaymemorialhall.ca (with lessons), Canasta & Snooker, 1pm • Blind Bay Painters - Tues. 9:15am - 3 pm. FMI • Tues: Bingo, 1pm Gail Boden; gailboden@telus.net • Wed: Exercise for guys/gals, 9am / Canasta & • Blues Jam Session - 3rd Tues. 7pm, 250-675-2865 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 COMMUNITY HALL - 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd. Dot: 675-4282 • Tues & Thurs: Karate 6pm (250-835-8875) • Fitness - Tues. & Thurs. 9-10. Sharon: 675-2408 • Mon & Fri: Badminton (250-835-4625) • Darts Fri7:15 pm. FMI call Alan: 675-5403 • Coffee House 4th Sat of the Month, except Dec & • 2nd Sat: Coffee House (except June to Sept) • 4th Wed: General Meeting 7:30pm June - Aug. 7:30pm. FMI Gaetane 675-2178 SUNNYBRAE SENIORS HALL SORRENTO DROP IN SOCIETY • Sunnybrae Painters/Crafters Mon 9:30am 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358 (except statutory holidays) FMI 250-803-8890 • Mon: AA 7pm, Glee Club 9:30am • Potluck luncheon - 3rd Wed, noon (except July/Aug) • Tues: Men’s Snooker - 1pm, Meals to Wheels • Shuswap Needle Arts Guild - 1st & 3rd 2nd & 4th Tues. at noon Thursday, 10am to 4 pm (Sept. to Jun) FMI Jo • Wed: Carvers - 9am, Five Crowns 1pm, Snooker 6pm (250)-832-9308 or Sharon (250)-832-4588.

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

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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 (pls tx). E-mail classifieds@kicker.ca CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE.

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

SERVICES

WE DELIVER

Ian Bischoff 250-955-2340 250-833-6073

Get Your Firewood Now !!

• Foundations • Framing • Finishing • Renovations

• Siding • Flooring • Decks • Additions

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9:00 am-10 :00am Tu esdays & Th ursdays at Celista Hall

Julie Bradley 250-679-8502

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

Celista Esthetics Courtney Meier Manicures, Pedicures, Waxing, Facials

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

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

250-682-6910 5205 Tallington Rd, Celista

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

Linda Rightmire

Literacy Specialist K-12 Teacher, LART & University instructor

Linda’s Home Checks Worried about break ins? We do house checks, walk arounds.

References available.

Lived here since 1981 250-955-2500 Cell 250-819-2500 linda.lkendall@gmail.com

Flexible Scheduling Spaces Limited 250-679-7645 linda_rightmire@yahoo.ca

North Shuswap Junk Removal & Demolition 250-517-8172

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

♦ Interior & Exterior Painting ♦ Spring Yard Cleanups & Yard Care We guarantee all our work & our rates are the most reasonable on the Shuswap.

Call today for a free quote 250-852-2298

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

Helga Terwoort

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

DANCE FITNESS

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Celista Hair Studio

SERVICES

A Blast for all Ages and Fitness Levels

ainting Kyle Lessey

SERVICES

Assured Quality General Contracting

Interior Renovation Specialist 250-517-8172 Framing • Custom Showers & Tile Flooring • Drywall • Mud & Paint •Trim & Finishing Carpentry • Plumbing & Electrical

THOMPSON RIVERS APPRAISALS REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Magna Bay

assured-quality-generalcontracting.business.site

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

Dock Doctor We will help keep you afloat.

Repairs and maintenance of docks, new wood docks, used docks.

250-955-2500, Cell 250-318-2890 bob.thedockdoctor@gmail.com

(AACI, CRP)

Shuswap Piano Tuning and restoration call or text 250-517-7717

Serving the Shuswap & Surrounding Area Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Bonded B Gas Fitter

778-257-0572

24 HOUR SERVICE

250-679-0001 sorrentoplumbing@outlook.com

Cuts ● Colors ● Manicures Pedicures ● Facials ● Waxing Lash & Brow Tints ● Nails At the Centre in Scotch Creek Open Tue to Fri 10am - 4pm & Sat 10-2

250-320-4050

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Respite Care/Short or Long Term • Overnight Care Toni Gales

Registered Health Care Aide

250-428-1609 help-n-hand.ca ~ Scotch Creek. BC

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SERVICES

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MOSS

REMOVAL

without damaging shingles

Roof Looks New Again!

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• Gutters • Siding • Dump Runs

Finishing Carpentry Custom Painting Feature walls Bathroom Specialist Mirror and Tile Work

Michi 250-299-3678 michicolmorgen0@gmail.com

FOR SALE

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WE ARE REPLACING OUR DOCK WITH A LARGER ONE

ANGLEMONT CARPET CLEANING

WANTED Wanted - to buy old wood windows, doors, ladders, crocks, suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, antlers, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm & cowboy items.

250-577-3357, Pritchard

RENTALS Weekly rental 7732 Squilax Hwy Anglemont. 2 bedroom lake front condo upper unit. $1,000.00 per week.

604-537-7320 Suite for Rent: Self contained furnished suite with Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Private Bath & Entrance, Patio with firepit, Hydro & Cable & WIFI included. $600.

Per month. Avail Oct.1 Gina 250-571-3481

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Truck Mounted

Asking $9,500.

Steam Cleaning +

PRESSURE WASHING

Pre-spray, Clean & Rinse Method Leaves no Residue

Call now for Free Estimate Bryan 250-517-8172

North Shuswap Dale 250-679-7652

It's a SUN BUM model 8' x 20' Main Dock • 4' x 20' Walkway • Excellent Condition • White Bumpers all around • Ladder • 6 Wheels for easy hauling View at the former RONA location in Scotch Creek.

Louis 604-929-5834 •

1993 EZ Loader Tandem SEEDO Trailer $500.

250-371-7744 or 250-573-3893

0.46 Acre Lot - 4101 Santa Rd. Scotch Creek

FLOATS $225. TAKES ALL 5 Dock Floats, 1 Walkway Float some rubber trim and metal.

In Anglemont 250 320 2718

For Sale by Owner 2 Storey House. 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Handyman Special. Located in Anglemont. With Lake view. $127,500 Call 250-571-3481

VACATION RENTALS

CABIN RENTALS 2319 Beguelin Road, Celista On the North Shore of Shuswap Lake Deluxe Cabin - $189 per night Three Rustic Cabins $95 per night Minimum 3 night stay Prices are for two people Extra person $25 One block to lake Email: kim@celistawine.com

L IGHTLY TREED RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

On a quiet cul-de-sac. Close to Shuswap Provincial Park. This private, level lot is fenced and is ideal for your RV or future building site. A second adjacent lot may be negotiated. Zoned R1.

FMI email sctcrk2018@gmail.com

2.24 ACRES In SORRENTO

Are you getting tired of listening to your noisy dock? Quiet hinges $400 plus installation 250-318-2890 or 250-955-2500 bob.thedockdoctor@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

• Older Renovated House • Village Centre Zoning • Development Opportunities • Fully Treed Pristine Property

FMI Don 250.675.2472 coffeeshopgrandpa@telus.net

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

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

AD DESIGN AND OFFICE ASSISTANT P/T - F/T Qualifications • Good communication, written and oral skills • Experience with design software including photo editing • Good computer skills • Social media experience an asset Perks • Potential to work from home • Flexible hours • Perfect for young mom looking to earn extra income

Aged 77, died in Nanaimo General Hospital on August 6.

LOOKING FOR Permanent Short Order Cook

Do you enjoy being a part of the North Shuswap community?

Are you looking for part-time work with flexible hours?

The North Shuswap Kicker is looking for individuals to join our team. All positions will be available starting September to October 2019.

Baking experience an asset 3-4 days/week

RELIEF WRITER/EDITOR CASUAL/PT

Please submit resume at Ross Creek Country Store 6929 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Magna Bay or email to rosscr@cablelan.net

Qualifications • Good writing and English skills a must.

• Experience in editing, reporting & photography an asset • Must have own computer, internet, phone/camera & reliable vehicle

HOME CARE WORKER in the North Shuswap for female elder. Part-time. Must be able to work evenings on the odd occasion, and/or overnight a few times per year. Experience preferred. Email resume outlining experience with references to jamaroh@telus.net.

250-803-8140

BOOKKEEPER CASUAL / PT Experience with Sage Simply Accounting • Billing / Posting Accounts Receivable etc.

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OBITUARY

Deeply mourned by his wife Anne and his three adult children, Robin, Susan, and Kathleen.

He was a resident of Adams Lake, and Lee creek for many years, and was an electrician for Holding Lumber.

No formal funeral will be held, at his request.

D ONATIONS TO C ANCER RESEARCH MAY BE MADE IN LIEU OF FLOWERS .

Please email resume to kicker@kicker.ca or call 250-955-0534 for more info

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We look forward to satisfying all of your concrete needs!

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Engineered Aluminum Patio Covers Aluminum & Glass Railings •

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

• Renovations,

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Quality Comes First

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

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Gas/Boat gas Diesel Propane Laundromat Lotto

Sept 20 & 21 Baby Back Ribs Sept 27 & 28 Beef Stroganoff Ice Cream • Novelties • Milkshakes • Gifts • Clothing • Family Camping