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Since 1946, the name Mitchell has been synonymous with groceries, appliances and furniture in Powell River. On Tuesday, March 21, new owners Mike and Fanny Tam acquired ownership of Mitchell Brothers Merchants from Peter Mitchell, who purchased the business from his father Marino and his uncle Albert in 1981. The Tams, who moved to Powell River from Richmond in mid-March, are keen to continue offering the same high-quality products, brands and services the store has been known for over 71 years. “We’re going to keep everything the same,” says Mike. “We want to continue what Peter and his family built.” The couple also acquired the Home Furniture dealership and will retain all 22 of the Mitchell Brothers employees. “We will continue with the popular loyalty points program for groceries as well,” says Mike, “and the Aeroplan points program for Home Furniture.” Mike spent eight years in the grocery business from 1989 to 1997. After gaining experience in front-end customer service and management, he embarked on a career in telecommunications and rapid transit before returning to his roots. “I’m coming back to where I started; it was pretty much my first job,” says Mike. “I liked it a lot, so when this opportunity came around, I knew it was what I wanted to do.” This new endeavour is a complete career departure for Fanny. H WE MATC
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“This is totally new to me, as I have always worked in the banking industry,” she says. “And it’s not just the grocery business, it’s furniture and appliances as well.” While the business was the initial attraction, the surrounding area was also enticing. “The business is what brought our attention to Powell River,” says Mike, “but once we arrived we thought, ‘Wow, this really is a beautiful place.’ Especially the drive from the ferries; you can’t beat it.” Several visits were necessary throughout the sale process, and both Fanny and Mike brought their parents to see the sights. Mike’s brother has also visited. “Since we arrived, people have been so nice and welcoming,” says Mike. “That was a huge draw.” eal HOURS HOLIDAYBE CLOSED
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Peter says he looks forward to people in the community supporting the new owners the same way they supported his family over the years. “It has been very enjoyable working with Mike and Fanny as they take over,” says Peter. “This has been fun, but it is time for me to retire. I know they are going to do a great job and will carry on the Mitchell Brothers tradition of providing highquality products and outstanding service.” Mitchell Brothers is located at 5687 Manson Avenue. Business hours are 9 am-6 pm daily, except Fridays, when the store stays open until 9 pm. For more information: • 604.483.4011 (Mitchell Brothers) • 604.483.4949 (Home Furniture) • mitchellbros.ca
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for those shinier eggs in a golden foil; those ones are extra special, but not as commonly found as the others.” The main goal of the event is to provide a fun morning for local families in a beautiful setting, says Craig. “We are going to try and bring the community together more at Willingdon Beach,” he says, “to celebrate, have fun and enjoy the beauty we have right on the ocean.”
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Local melodic punkers Razorvoice are hosts for a night of live music at the recently relaunched McKinney’s Pub in Rodmay Hotel. For $10 admission, you also receive a free drink at the bar. The show features special guest DJ Tom Brady and begins at 8 pm. For more information, go to facebook.com/ groups/mckinneyspowellriver.
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The biannual Celebration of Quilts takes place from 10 am-5 pm on Saturday and 10 am-4 pm on Sunday at Dwight Hall. Features include more than 200 examples of fabric on display, a lunch room, kids area, merchants, a raffle draw and door prizes. Admission is $5. For more information, go to timberlanequiltersguild.ca.
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Pacific Region International Symphony Music Academy presents Arthur and Friends: A Fundraising Concert to Celebrate Spring. The concert features maestro Arthur Arnold and a host of others. Tickets are $25 for the concert, or $75 for concert and reception, at Max Cameron Theatre. The reception begins 6 pm and the concert at 7:30 pm. For more information or tickets, go to prismafestival.com/tickets.
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Although it is a non-competitive event, the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt can become pretty serious when eggs are at stake, including a couple of extra-special eggs this year, thanks to local businesses. The yearly Easter event, presented by City of Powell River Parks, Recreation and Culture department at Willingdon Beach, has added a couple of coveted golden eggs, filled with local prizes, to the popular egg hunt, which is open to children 10 and under and their families. “Once we fire off our big horn, kids will be able to run around and hunt for eggs in their age categories,” says community recreation program coordinator Alex Craig. “When they are all done, they can trade them in for goody bags with all sorts of treats from the community.” Divided into age brackets of under four, four to six and seven to 10, every child will be able to find some eggs and have a chance to find the special ones. “Some generous local businesses have donated coupons and passes,” says Craig, “so those will be put in a couple of special eggs.” Aside from the egg hunting, the event will also feature snacks and
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Go plastic-free for Earth Month Earth Month is here and we challenge you to try and go plastic-free for the month. Here are some statistics to ring the alarm bell about how we are over-consuming single-use plastic items:
On February 23, United Nations launched an unprecedented global campaign to eliminate two major sources of marine litter by the year 2022: microplastics in cosmetics and the excessive, wasteful usage of single-use plastic. This campaign needs your help. Our local oceans, marine life, communities and even our bodies are feeling the effect. A walk to
LET’S TALK TRASH any beach reveals microplastic pollution. Fish, shellfish and birds consume these plastic bits, mistaking it for food. Water companies have removed harmful chemicals from water bottles, but what is the impact of eating plastic? The time to end our insatiable appetite for plastic has come. Take a stand for Earth Month this year and take the challenge to go plastic-free, or as close as you can. Quick tips to jumpstart
into living plastic-free: • Refuse single-use plastic • Bring your own bag for shopping • Pack a reusable water bottle and to-go mug • Request no straw • Pack a reusable container and utensils for togo food • For other great tips, c he c k out my pl a s t icfreelife.com Plastic never goes away, it just breaks down into smaller pieces. The first piece of plastic created is
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Uptown Winter Market provides local produce from 10 am-12:30 pm on Saturday, April 8, at C om mu n it y Re s ou r c e Centre, 4752 Joyce Avenue. Meet the people who grow your food and celebrate the start of Earth Month together. Senior Citizens Association of BC, Branch 49, hosts a home-based business fair and tea room from 10 am-2 pm on Saturday, April 8, at Cranberry Seniors Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. Powel l R iver Publ ic Library presents Campfire Session: For the Love of Bees, at 7 pm on Saturday, April 8, at Cranberry Community Hall. Listen to experts share insights into the world of bees, from
hives and mason bees to honey and wax. For information, call 604.485.8664.
SUNDAY Spiritual Café hosts uplifting conversation with the topic of Education: Secular Versus Religious, from 2-4 pm on Sunday, April 9, at Cranberry Seniors Centre. Admission is free. For more information, contact Arleigh at 604.483.9277. Su nday Song Ci rcle takes place from 2-5 pm on Sunday, April 9, at Cra nber r y Com mu n it y Ha ll, 6828 Cranberr y Street. The monthly informal gathering is for people who like to play, sing or listen to songs.
MONDAY ORCA (On the Road with Children’s Activities) Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning
from 11:45 am-1:45 pm on Monday, April 10, at Texada Elementary School with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.
TUESDAY Senior Citizens Association of BC, Branch 49, holds its soup and sandwich lunch at 12 pm on Tuesday, April 11, at Cranberry Seniors Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. A general meeting follows at 12:45 pm. For information, call 604.485.6600.
WEDNESDAY ORCA Bus provides earlychildhood fun and learning from 9:30-11:30 am on Wednesday, April 12, at Myrtle Point Golf Club with StrongStart on board. For information, ca ll 604.485.2132. Powell River Amateur Rad io Club meet i ng AT » 4
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TO OUR MANY VALUED CUSTOMERS We are pleased to announce that Michael and Fanny Tam are now the new owners of Mitchell Brothers Merchants, along with the Home Furniture dealership. Michael and Fanny moved from the Lower Mainland and assumed operations on March 21, 2017. They look forward to working alongside our current staff and serving the needs of Powell River, which Michael and Fanny now call home. On behalf of the Mitchell family, my father Marino (Babe) and my Uncle Albert, I wish to extend our appreciation for the support we have received over the past 70 years. While many things have changed during this time, the one thing that has remained constant is the sense of community; it remains strong today. It has truly been our privilege to be part of the Powell River community and to serve you over the years. Many, many thanks, Peter Mitchell
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Gardening season arrives Spring has sprung. Daffodils are blooming and the annual battle with the deer has begun; it must be gardening season. With so many beautiful gardens in town, planning where to dig and what to plant is clearly a popular Powell River pastime. In the library, spring is FOR YOUR gardening-book season. Our REFERENCE collection of permaculture, By Rebecca Burbank landscaping and homesteading material flies off the shelves as people gear up for the season. You can flip through how-to books and magazines while making plans for the year. If online access is better for you, the library offers access to more than 25 home and garden magazines directly to your device with no waiting. Interested in beekeeping to improve your garden? Did you know there are experts in town who have experience with backyard hives and processing bee products such as honey, pollen, propolis and wax? This Saturday, April 8, the library is hosting Campfire Session: For the Love of Bees, to showcase this local knowledge. Join 10 bee experts to learn the ins and outs of working and living with bees. Join us at Cranberry Community Hall from 7-8:30 pm. For updates on programs like these and services at the new library, sign up for our newsletter at prpl.ca. Happy gardening.
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HOMETOWN HERO: Powell River’s Niko Cristante, who plays for Nanaimo United FC, holds the Jackson Cup after scoring the winning goal in extra time of the final game against Cowichan United. The Jackson Cup is contested for by clubs in Vancouver Island Soccer League Division 1 and Division 2. Cristante was one of four players from Powell River who played in the title game. Jake Kenmuir and Brody Harry suited up for Nanaimo while Joel Harry played with Cowichan. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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THURSDAY ORCA Bus provides earlychildhood fun and learning from 10:30 am-12:30 pm on Thursday, April 13, at Powell River Academy of Music with StrongStart on board. For information, call 604.485.2132. Pow el l R i v er Un it e d Church Maundy Thursday service takes place at 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 13, at the church, 6932 Crofton Street.
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April 15 Westview Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt starts at 9:30 am on Saturday, April 15, at the church, 3676 Joyce Avenue. A pancake breakfast takes place from 9-10:15 am.
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Pow el l R i v er Un it e d Church Easter Sunday service takes place at 10:30 am on Sunday, April 16, at the church, 6932 Crofton Street.
Single Seniors meet at 5 pm on the third Sunday of every month at Trinity Hall, United Church, 6932 Crofton Street. For information about the gatherings, which feature either a potluck or catered dinner, call 604.483.6658 or 604.485.4393.
April 19 Restorative justice program information workshop takes place from 2-3:30 pm on Wednesday, April 19, in the Elm Room at Powell River Recreation C omple x . Re g i s t r at ion for the free workshop is required. For information, call Kerri Chard at 604.485.6255 or Jane Waterman at 604.486.7768.
April 20 Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic available from 5-7 pm, Thursday, April 20, at Powell River General Hospital, public health entrance, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Low-cost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more is available. Malaspina Naturalists Club hosts Jessica Baynton and her winged colleague Tauri the Harris’s Hawk for a talk called YVR Raptors: the science and art of falconry, 7:30 pm Thursday, April 20, at Trinity Hall, Un ited Chu rch. Doors open at 7 pm, refreshments available. Everyone welcome. For information, call 604.485.0077.
April 21 Westview Baptist Church hosts a free community mac and cheese dinner from 5-7 pm on Friday, April 21, at the church, 3676 Joyce Avenue. For information, call Hans or Kelly dejong at 604.485.9114. Powell River Academy of Music presents Academy Caberet at 7:30 pm on Friday, April 21, at James Hall. Tickets are $20 for adults and free for students 18 and under with a student ticket voucher. For information, call 604.485.9633 or go to powellriveracademy.org.
April 22 Lang Bay Craft and Garden Show takes place from 10 am-4 pm on Saturday, April 22, at Lang Bay Hall, 11090 Highway 101. To book a table ($20), or for more information, call Jody at 604.487.1620 or 604.897.1129. A fundraiser including a silent auction, raff le and hot dog sales for Maddie White, a Powell River youngster fighting leukemia, takes place from 11 am-5 pm on Saturday, April 22, at Save-On-Foods. To donate items or your time, call Heather or Robyn at 604.485.0365. Powel l R iver You ng Naturalists host Tauri the Hawk at 11:30 am Saturday, April 22, at Timberlane AT » 5
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Touch communication Touch is one of those things that can some big feelings or a foot massage after a speak volumes to your partner without long day at work. This style of touch says, “I using actual words. Believe it or not, if want to take care of you.” Affectionate touch is a more playful kind you don’t really want to be touching your of touch, such as a playpartner, but you’re trying to anyway, your partner ful bum grab, a laughterwill feel it. The same apfilled wrestling match or a squeeze of the shoulder plies when your sweetie to show encouragement or wants a back rub to try and support. This style of touch relax and you want a more says, “I want to be playful.” intimate evening; they will Sensual touch can be a sense it. long, slow kiss, a lingerOf course, we want to please our partners and ing feather touch on bare offer them what they need skin or running your hands in the moment, but somethrough your honey’s hair with sultry eye contact. times we have different This style of touch says, “I needs and we do not realize want you.” how what we are offering is The nice thing about each being received. By Niseema Emery of these styles of touch is that The secret to great touch each one has a clear intenis that intention, presence and connection are everything; that tion of what it is about, as well as the option means being aware of any thoughts or to smoothly escalate to the next level, stay feelings happening inside of you before exactly where you are or slow it down withbeginning any sort of touching. It also out losing connection with each other. means being clear in what you want to ofSo, the next time you feel inspired to give or receive, see if you can communicate fer, as well as what your partner wants to receive. If there’s a discrepancy in these what you have in mind based on the three two things, speak about it and see if it is levels of touch. If you find you and your possible to meet each other’s needs with- partner have a discrepancy in needs, start with touch that is lower on the spectrum out crossing boundaries. Becoming familiar with the different (healing or affectionate) and see if there styles of touch is helpful. There are three is space to move along the spectrum once main styles: therapeutic, affectionate and your partner feels met. sensual. Niseema Emery is a certified intimacy and Therapeutic touch can be a scalp masrelationship coach in Powell River. sage for a headache, a back rub to soothe
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Around Town from page 4 Park. Attendance is by donation and everyone is welcome. For information, call 604.487.4001 or 604.487.9149, or email pryoungnaturalist@gmail. com. Powell River Community Band’s concert “Mother Earth” takes place at 2 pm on Saturday, April 22, at Max Cameron Theatre. Admission is by donation. Ca r i ng for Creat ion: An Earth Day ecumenical prayer service takes place at 4 pm on Saturday, April 22, at St. David and St. Paul Anglican Church. Members of all faiths and no religious affiliation will be welcomed to celebrate our commitment to care for all creation. For information, call 604.483.9811. Ea r t h Day at Lu nd Gazebo takes place from 12-6 pm on Saturday, April 22. Celebrate the planet with nature crafts, art, music, food, and more.
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SPCA Beer and Burger Night takes place from 5-8 pm on Saturday, April 22, at Rodmay Hotel. Tickets are $20 each and available at BC SPCA Powell River and District Branch, Mother Nature, Pet Valu, Rodmay Hotel, Top Shelf Feeds and Westview Veterinary Hospital.
Powel l R iver Ga rden Club’s monthly meeting takes place at 7 pm on Tuesday, April 25, at Cranberry Seniors Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. E x p er ienc e d g a r dener and guest speaker Mike Nassichuk will talk about vegetable gardening. Teas and coffee will be served at the break. Master gardeners will be in attendance.
eCouture Wearable Art Fashion Show, hosted by Malaspina Art Society, takes place from 6:30-10 pm on Saturday, April 22, at Dwight Hall. The fashion show draws attention to upcycled, repurposed, recreated, remarkable clothing. Tickets available at Artique.
April 24 Powell River Chamber of Commerce presents an all-candidates meeting for the Powell River-Sunshine Coast provincial riding at 7 pm on Monday, April 24, in Evergreen Theatre at Powell River Recreation Complex. The forum in-
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Powel l R iver Publ ic Library presents national bestseller Terry Fallis at 7 pm on Tuesday, April 25, at Trinity Hall, United C hu r c h, 6 932 C r of ton Street. The satirist will read from his novel Poles Apart and launch his new novel One Brother Shy. For information, call 604.485.8664.
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Senior Citizens Association of BC, Branch 49, holds its monthly dinner at 5:30 pm on Friday, April 28, at Cranberry Seniors Centre, 6792 Cranberry Street. Doors open at 4:30 pm. Admission is $12 for members and $17 for nonmembers. For information, call 604.485.6600.
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May 6 Kiwanis Club of Powell River will host a giant sale of books from 10 am-1 pm on Saturday, May 6, at 4943 Kiwanis Avenue. All money raised stays in Powell River. To donate books in good condition, call 604.483.1440.
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May 7 Powel l R iver Ga rden Club’s annual plant sale takes place from 1-3 pm on Sunday, May 7, at Powell
River Curling Club, 5750 Crown Avenue. Features include an abundance of plants, trees, shrubs, perennials and starters, just in time for planting season.
ONGOING Genealogy Powell River Genealogy group meets from 6:30-8:30 pm on the last Sunday of every month with an aim to obtain resource material and help interested persons begin their own family history. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, call Moyra at 604.485.9549.
15 meet from 6:30-8:30 pm. For information, call 604.483.3234.
Home-school Support Pow el l R i v er Home s c ho ol Supp or t Gr oup meets at 7 pm on the third Wednesday of each month. Newcomers welcome. For more information, call Angela Desilets at 604.487.4555.
Kiwanis Club Kiwanis Club of Powell River meets at 7 pm every first and third Tuesday of each month. For location and more information, call 604.578.8465.
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Girl Guides of Canada, Kelly Creek, meet f rom 3:30-5 pm ever y Wednesday at Kelly Creek Community Church, 2380 Zilinsky Road. For more information, call Pat Lewis at 604.487.9238.
Pow el l R i v er P u bl ic Library hosts free board game nights from 5-8:30 pm every Wednesday and Friday at the library, 4411 Michigan Avenue. Open to all ages. Participants under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. Call 604.485.4796 or email szagwyn@prpl.ca for more information.
Girl Guides of Canada m e e t We d n e s d a y s a t Hender s on E lement a r y School. Sparks, ages five and six, meet from 4-5 pm. Brownies, ages seven and eight, meet from 5-6:30 pm. Girls nine through
Pow el l R i v er P u bl ic Library hosts 3D printer orientations for schools from 9-10 am Tuesdays and
11 am-12 pm Thursdays at the library, 4411 Michigan Avenue. Orientations cover basic concepts of designing for 3D printing and teach students how to setup the library’s software. For more information, call 604.485.4796. Join lively and animated discussions with Powell River Public Library’s afternoon book club from 1:30-2:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month at the library. Membership is open to all. For more information, call 604.485.4796.
Lions Club Lions Club meetings are held at 7 pm on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Snickers Restaurant on Marine Avenue. For more information, call Dean Gerhart at 604.485.9288.
Live Music Ecossentials and Fruits Roots Juice Bar sponsor live music events from 12-4 pm every Saturday at 6812 Alberni Street. Each week features songwriters Geoff Allan, Scott Ritter and established local musical guests.
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Take the fight out of food
HEALTHY LIVING By Paul Martiquet is a good idea to separate food facts from fiction. Do a little research and read carefully while asking yourself the following questions. Is the website promising a quick fix or a miracle cure? Do I have reasons to mistrust the person, organization or company that runs the website? Are they trying to sell me something instead of educating me on how to make better food choices? Are the website writers unqualified to be giving me nutrition information? Do
they have facts that sound too good to be true? Does the information come from personal opinions rather than scientific evidence? Is the content missing reviews or verification by medical experts? Are the website claims based on a single study that may draw the wrong conclusion? While reading, you may see the following words and should consider them red flags: cleanse, detoxify, purify and miracle. If you answered yes to some of the questions, then the information is probably not reliable and you should look to other places, such as Dietitians of Canada (dietitians.ca) or healthlinkbc.ca/healthy-eating, to find accurate and sciencebased information. T h i r d : s e ek s upp or t . Find support by talking to trusted sources such as a registered dietitian, doctor or family and friends. Call HealthLink BC at 811 to speak with a registered dietitian or email questions about food and nutrition at healthlinkbc.ca/healthy-
eating/email-healthlinkbc-dietitian. By doing a little research and asking questions to reliable sources, you can make positive changes to your diet and eating expe-
riences for you and your family. If you make healthy food choices and take pleasure in tasting and discovering new foods, you may find that eating can be
enjoyable, delicious and stress-free. Paul Martiquet is the medical health officer for Powell River and Sunshine Coast.
Wish us luck!
On May 9, elect Powell River – Sunshine Coast’s Liberal MLA:
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Mathew Wilson, works for you Mathew Wilson, delivers On May 9, vote Mathew Wilson, BC Liberal. He’s already making a difference in Powell River-Sunshine Coast riding. “Touring Willingdon Creek Village made me realize how much the proposed new seniors residential care facility is needed for Sechelt. Rising concerns about closure of two existing facilities, despite the new replacement, led me to contact Vancouver Coastal Health. I was able to get a commitment that the two facilities will be kept open once the new one is built.” MATHEW WILSON DELIVERS.
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Unfortunately, eating for many people can be a source of everyday frustration and confusion. And, let’s face it, not everything we read and hear is true. Well-meaning friends and family can pass along information that may be popular or trendy, but not necessarily accurate. The internet can prov ide a wide range of information that is not based on fact or science. While many of us know that, it is difficult to sort through all the nutrition information that comes our way. Try following a three-step approach to help end your own fight with food. First: spot the problem. Define what is causing your fight with food. Is it information overload? Constant claims about the latest food fad, quick fix or super food make it difficult to know what to believe. How do you know if the information is accurate and credible and how do you incorporate it into your daily life? Second: find the facts. It
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Tla’amin Nation first anniversary open house Citizens of Tla’amin Nation and members of the public attended an open house at Tla’amin’s government house on Wednesday, April 5, to celebrate the nation’s first anniversary of selfgovernance. JASON SCHREURS PHOTOS
[Clockwise from top right] Nunkum Dancers member Drew Blaney leads Tla’amin singers and drummers into traditional song during the open house. Five-year-old Menat’they Blaney sings enthusiastically with other Tla’amin residents and members of the public. Locally elected officials were in attendance at the open house, including [from left] City of Powell River councillor Rob Southcott, Tla’amin hegus Clint Williams, Powell River Regional District chair Patrick Brabazon and Powell RiverSunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons. Sosan Blaney [left] and Cyndi Pallen lead with strong voices during a traditional Tla’amin song.
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Anton Joseph Christensen-Lemieux September 6, 1992 - March 19, 2017
Lost forever now is Anton, dead at 24 and poisoned by fentanyl. Anton lived in Powell River for several years, getting his first job here and his driver’s licence. He enjoyed all the friends he had here and I know he would be sad to miss seeing them again. Anton was fully employed and taking an English course when he died. He did not want to die as he was in the middle of doing his taxes and writing an essay on Truth and Reconciliation for school. Please look after your children, snoop and phone other mothers if you can. Stop this dreadful nightmare, somebody please.
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Matilde Massullo
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With love and sadness we say goodbye to our wife, mother, zia/ auntie and friend Matilde. She was born in Bagnoli del Trigno, Italy, and passed away Monday, April 3, at the age of 85. Matilde is survived by her loving husband Alfredo and devoted daughter Anna. Special thank-you to Corinne and Scott for sharing their children Garrison, Austin and Hope, and all of our other family and friends for their love, support and prayers. We would also like to thank all the care workers, home care nurses and Dr. Skobkareva for their kindness and compassion. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, April 6, at Church of the Assumption. Prayers will be held at 5 pm on Wednesday, April 5, also at Church of the Assumption. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Matilde’s name to Powell River Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice.
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Hannah Jane Daly Hannah was born January 7, 1924, in Dauphin, Manitoba, and passed away peacefully on March 24, 2017, in Powell River at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas and daughter Lorna. Hannah leaves behind her children Gordon (Ann), Mabel (Jerry), Barry (Elsie) and Jim (Jean) as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Every summer Hannah planted and harvested a large garden, giving her family fresh and preserved produce for the “winter,” even though the grocery store was just down the street. Hannah worked for the Powell River Company on the capping line during World War II, doing her best to support the war effort. Later, Hannah worked with her sister Georgette at the salal plant to help support her family. Hannah was well-known for her wonderful crocheting and knitting, her love of a good game of crib or Chinese checkers, her enjoyment of dancing with the Star Dusters and Scottish Old Time Dancers and her support of Powell River seniors until her health started to fail. A funeral service celebrating Hannah’s life will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, April 15, at Stubberfield Funeral Home; family will receive friends after the service. Flowers or a donation to BC SPCA Powell River and District Branch would be graciously accepted.
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>> City Jobs From time to time there are some great jobs available at the City of Powell River and at the Powell River Public Library. Check for postings in the lobby at City Hall and on the City’s website powellriver.ca. Current openings: • Parks Student Labourer (part-time 16 week term)
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Applications from Organizations and Individuals Invited for the City of Powell River Sustainability Committee The City of Powell River is inviting submissions for interested community organizations and individuals to participate in the City’s new Sustainability Committee. The Sustainability Committee is a Council Select Committee comprised of Councillors Russell Brewer, CaroleAnn Leishman and Rob Southcott, one member of Youth Council, three representatives from local sustainability action groups and two members of the public. The Committee’s mandate is to: • Provide Council with recommendations to achieve sustainable goals and meet corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets, through consideration of related Council policies; • Assist with the development of a training workshop for City departments to help embed the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan vision in organizational decision-making, purchasing, and GHG reduction target actions; • Provide Council with recommendations regarding staff requests for funds from the Community Works Reserve Fund and the BC Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program, including development of a decision matrix; • Facilitate actions regarding the annual calculation of corporate GHG emission totals and annual reports prior to submission to the Province, as directed by Council.
The term of the Sustainability Committee is from May 16, 2017, to September 30, 2018. The Committee is not a decisionmaking body; its role is to make recommendations to Council. As a Council Select Committee, the Sustainability Committee conducts itself in accordance with the Community Charter. Organizations and individuals interested in this volunteer role are invited to submit a letter detailing their interest. Organizations should explain how their mandate supports sustainability action and identify who would be the organization representative and alternate, including the individual’s related credentials and experience. Individuals should include any particular interests, experience (volunteer or paid) or other credentials related to the position, as well as two current references, either personal or professional. Applications may be submitted by mail or email to: Chris Jackson, City Clerk City of Powell River 6910 Duncan Street Powell River, BC V8A 4V9 info@cdpr.bc.ca Applications must be received by 4 pm on Monday, April 24, 2017.
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1215 General Employment GRANT WRITING skills wanted for local non-profit organization. Pay negotiable. 604.486.6904. JOB SEEKERS, get free help in your job search. Resume, career planning and coaching, workshops, training funds. Find out what you are eligible for at careerlinkbc.com. Email info@careerlinkbc.com, phone us at 604.485.7958 or visit Career Link, a WorkBC Employment Services Centre, at 4511 Marine Avenue. NANCY’S BAKERY in Lund is currently hiring counter staf f and dishwashers, to start immediately as well as for the summer season. No experience necessary, but a cheer ful, helpful, energetic personality is essential. Please bring your resumé to t h e b a ker y, o r e m a i l nancysbakery@twincomm.ca TIM HORTONS FT & PT Food Counter Attendant - Do you enjoy a fast paced work evniroment and want to be a part of our great team? We are looking for you! Apply in person (4700 Joyce Ave), online (www.WorkAtTims.ca) or email (prtimhortons@yahoo.ca) Many perks: flexible hrs, benefits, advancement opportunities
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HARRY GLOSLEE TRUCKING Perimeter drains Stumps Road builds Yard works 604.483.1033 40 years’ experience
2060 For Sale Miscellaneous FIX/SELL BURL clocks, Tom 604.487.9755. GREY 8’ truck canopy, high back door, $450 and black plastic truck toolbox $75; Honda kicker, 2 hp, 4 stroke $500. 604.413.1032. INVACARE HOSPITAL bed with rails, like new, $1,495; swivel and slide bath bench, $185. 604.485.4101. LIFT KING 8xXL car hoist, $4,000 new, selling for $2,000. 604.483.8102. L O N G B O A R D L I K E n e w, s t r i ke r (C ar i b o o s) $13 0.0 0. 604.489.0078. STAMP COLLECTION, some 128 years old, mostly British colony. Contact 604.485.3939 or rmmacneill@shaw.ca
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604.485.9252. “MAGEE,” sweet dwarf-eared rabbit, brown neutered male. SPCA 604.485.9252. MICE, many little boys seeking a mouse-friendly home. SPCA 604.485.9252. “MINI,” petite and cute, black a n d w h i te, t wo -ye ar- o l d shor t-haired cat. SPCA 604.485.9252. “REECE,” two-year-old Havana rabbit. Nice, brown boy. SPCA 604.485.9252. “SADIE,” aweet, pretty senior. Black and white, female Shih Tzu dog. SPCA 604.485.9252. “THUNDER,” black and white, medium-haired, handsome, laploving senior cat. SPCA 604.485.9252.
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REQUEST FOR QUOTES POWELL RIVER SOCIAL PLANNING PROGRAM 1220-20-0460 The City of Powell River is requesting quotes for the Powell River Social Planning Program. Scope of service would entail development of a social planning program partnering the three local governments of the region: City of Powell River, Tla’amin Nation and Powell River Regional District. Quotes will be accepted up to 3 pm local time on April 21, 2017, at City Hall, 6910 Duncan Street, Powell River, BC, V8A 1V4. Request for quote packages will be available Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at City Hall, address as above, or on the City of Powell River website at www.powellriver.ca. Inquiries may be made to Mac Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer at 604.485.8601.
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Powell River Kings awards banquet
Powell River Kings hockey club held its annual awards night Friday, March 31, earlier than the team would have preferred after a secondround playoff defeat ended its BC Hockey League season. Kings head coach Kent Lewis and assistant coach Brock Sawyer presented awards to players who best represented the team on and off the ice; Jonny Evans, Jake Kohlhauser, Kyle Betts and Tristan Mullin received multiple trophies. Awards were also presented to volunteers for their tireless efforts on behalf of the team. ALICIA BAAS AND DAVID BRINDLE PHOTOS 1. Jonny Evans, recipient of top scorer, crowd favourite and player of the year awards 2. Community award and top defender award recipient Jake Kohlhauser with marketing and community relations manager Nadine Porchetta 3. [From left] head coach Kent Lewis, sportsmanlike award recipient Hunter Findlater and assistant coach Brock Sawyer 4. Ben Berard, academic award winner 5. Jake Kohlhauser [left] and True Beauty volunteer award recipient Joe Mastrodonato 6. Brian Wilson, unsung hero 7. Kyle Betts, most inspirational player and playoff MVP 8. Tristan Mullin, season MVP and plus/minus leader 9. Cam Donaldson, rookie of the year 10. Josh Coblenz, most improved 11. Curtis McCarrick, coach’s choice 12. Gavin Rauser, True Grit award recipient 13. Volunteer of the year award recipient Alicia Newman Porchetta $479,000 [left] and Nadine $479,000
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