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Society wanted refund, City says they still owe thousands by Chris Shepherd
Butt out City puts up new signs pushing smokers farther out. (Also see editorial and Street Talk on page 5). PAGE 3
Music students strut Grads from Selkirk College’s music program hold their annual showcase. PAGE 8
Unhappy with the City’s performance on its freedom of information request, the Nelson Citizen Empowerment Society has asked for its money back, but if Mayor John Dooley has his way, they’d pay what they still owe. In July 2007, the Nelson Citizen Empowerment Society filed a freedom of information request relating to the rezoning of waterfront property, specifically around the Kutenai Landing condos. Darryl Secret, president of the society, said the request was meant to learn the nature of the negotiations between New Future Building Group and the City of Nelson. “Is the City helping out this developer and at the same time denying citizens?” Secret asked.
Secret says the City told them it would cost $1,365 and needed 50 per cent for an advance payment. The society paid $682.50 but Secret says the society wants that money back. The City did not respond to the request quickly enough and did not “make every reasonable effort to assist” them as required by the province’s freedom of information legislation, Secret said. In a report to council in early February, Linda Tynan, director of corporate services, explained the City’s side of the story. The society broadened their initial request, Tynan explained. That request led staff to photocopy “thousands” of documents and ballooned the cost for the request to $2,973.50, though Tynan told council the actual costs to the City was likely in the $10,000
range. Provincial legislation limits what the City can request for processing freedom of information requests. Mayor Dooley said he wasn’t surprised by the society’s refund request and he questioned the group’s intent in filing the request. “These people were looking to stop Kutenai Landing from happening. They were not working in the public interest.” Dooley went on to say the society still owed the City the remaining $2,291. “That money belongs to the tax payer,” said Dooley. Kevin Cormack, city manager, said the letter would likely go before council because it was addressed to them. He said staff’s recommendation would be to deny the refund request.
Provincial budget ignores farmers: Evans Nelson-Creston MLA promises farm tour to learn what’s needed by Chris Shepherd
On the prowl Meow Mix returns to the stage. PAGE 8
Editorial..............5 Street Talk............5 Crossword...........11 A&E....................8 Events.................11 Sports & Rec......6 Classifieds...........14
Corky Evans couldn’t believe what he was reading when the B.C. Liberals released their budget last month. The Tuesday, Feb. 19 budget came just a week after Pat Bell, minister of agriculture and lands, released a plan for the province’s agriculture industry, but Evans says the budget doesn’t offer any substantial support. Evans, MLA for Nelson-Creston and the NDP’s agriculture and lands critic, said the province spends at most five per cent of farm gate sales on the industry.
FROG PEAK
The national average is 15 per cent of farm gate sales. Evans defines farm gate sales as the value of all the products farmers sell. More funding doesn’t mean subsidy, Evans said. But the ministry of agriculture and lands used to provide information and support to farmers. “It was mostly information and organizational skills that the government workers brought to bear. They didn’t pay you to farm but they assisted people.”
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High fashion
L.V. Rogers Secondary School’s fashion show brought in $300 for this year’s grad class on Thursday, March 6. Above is Eden Richmond in an arrangement from Still Eagle. Below, Charlotte Richards is accompanied by Raphael Prost and George (last name unavailable by press time) wearing clothes from Annie’s Boutique. Photos by Nelson Becker.
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Successful fundraising
If you are a not-for-profit, service club or school, Money Honey chances are you are, or will be doing, some fundraising this year. Most groups are quite small and do not put a lot of advance thought into their fundraising efforts, however, a few basic concepts will Joyce Jackson greatly assist you in your efforts to raise those muchyour reputation of making needed funds. A good fundraising con- a difference in the comcept is to build your own munity your group will network of connections and become more attractive to to start as locally as pos- more donors. Many requests for funds sible. The vast majority of local merchants are happy are accompanied by very to donate when asked but little information and this there are times during the makes it challenging for year when your chances of donors to understand and honour your request. If success will be better. If possible, avoid January your group does not already and February and focus on have a statement or a misJuly, August and December. sion you should write one These typically represent down. Sometimes, you only the worst and best of times have a very short period of for retail respectively. Budgets are very tight time to make a presentaat the start of the calendar tion to a potential donor. year and chances are you Ensure you are prepared will get a “No” or a much by having appropriate writsmaller donation than you ten information and always would when the cash is provide takeaways for your donor. flowing. If the person you are Another good concept is to show potential donors speaking with does not the strong link between have the time to make an your organization’s work on the spot decision, have a and positive, measurable solid process to revisit that results. If you can build on potential donor. Joyce Jackson is the owner of Lonnie’s for Her and Him and an executive member of the Nelson Business Association.
KOOTENAY PITLATES
CHRIS SHEPHERD
Paula Kiss’s new Herridge Lane business, The Building Tree, has everything needed for the environmentally-minded builder.
Build your green dream The Building Tree helps consumers and contractors pick the right environmental supplies by Chris Shepherd The recent growth in environmental consciousness has led to an even larger bloom of building products hyped to be environmentally friendly and beneficial to the consumer. Navigating the many branches can be exhausting but Paula Kiss, owner of The Building Tree, can make it easier. She’s celebrating the grand opening of her 621 Herridge Lane business (right across from The All Seasons Café) this weekend with guest speakers and demonstrations tied to environmentally friendly construction products and techniques. Customers walking into The Building Tree will
What I want to do is assist people to accomplish their green project without taking a year off to research. Paula Kiss, The Building Tree owner find a collection of products ideal for renovations or new builds that won’t hurt the environment. “Right now, the only way you compare items is the price,” Kiss says.
But price doesn’t take into account the environmental costs that go into a product’s making or the effects they could have once they’re installed in the home. Kiss, who holds a bachelor of civil engineering, has researched all the products for sale at The Building Tree and is confident they’re all healthy choices. “I want customers to come and know that whatever they’re looking at, it’s some value.” She measures value in the product’s longevity, its performance and by researching what goes into its makeup. “What I want to do is assist people to accomplish their green project without taking a year off
to research.” The products range from paint to insulation (made up of shredded jeans) to flooring and counter tops. As is fitting for a company named after a tree, the list of products is growing. While the types of products are different, they’re all geared to create living spaces that are healthy and efficient. The Building Tree is also home to small businesses that work in the environmental field. Kiss has five working areas to rent out to businesses looking for a central location to work out of. The grand opening starts at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 15 For more information, phone (250) 509-1180 or e-mail infor@buildingtree.ca.
Briefly Yoga and rhythm workshop
Friday, March 14, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $15 This workshop is designed to bring people more into their body, using hatha yoga and dance exercises to electronica music. By matching the body’s movement to music, it gives feedback on how it responds to outside stimulus. Musical rhythms triggers the sympathetic nervous system, the fight or flight response. By focusing on how the body responds to music, participants increase their ability to respond. This is an introductory class with more classes to follow at the new art studio at 301 Vernon St, next to the Academy of Oriental Sciences. Pamela Lyness has been training in dance, yoga and sound healing for years in Montreal, Vancouver and California. She will also offer community yoga dance classes every Sunday from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for $5 at the same venue. All levels welcome. Bring a mat, and some water. No pre-registration is need-
ed. For more information, call Lyness at 354-7129 or e-mail her at vibrationartisan@gmail.com.
Wenlido workshop
Saturday, March 15 to Sunday, March 16 at Nelson’s Women’s Centre A course that teaches women how to keep safe and deal with surprises is coming to Nelson. Wenlido teaches women how to: to stay present mentally (as opposed to freezing in fear); de-escalate the aggression verbally if possible; find a way out to safety; fight effectively, if all else fails. This intensive weekend workshop is offered through the Women’s Centre and taught by Gitta Ridder in an atmosphere of safety, trust and fun in discovering inner and outer strengths. Open to all women (14 to 99) regardless of physical ability. Pre-registration is required because space is limited and the workshop costs $50 to $90 on a sliding scale. Contact Ridder 229-2243 for more information.
Writing and yoga
Sunday, March 16, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Shanti Yoga Studio International teacher Shayla Wright (Barefoot Journeys) is offering a series of yoga/writing afternoon workshops at Shanti Yoga this spring. Gentle yoga allows people to relax and open to the present moment and let creative energy move by itself. “I notice how much easier it is for people to connect with something inside them that is authentic and alive,” says Wright. “We are all creative in our own way, but most people are still writing as though they are in school. There is another way to write, which is not about rules, control and getting it right.” This is a way to build community: to connect, to explore, to discover what is calling people, what they really care about, what they want to nourish in themselves and the world. Tuition is $45. For more information visit www.barefootjourneys.net, or call (250) 352-7908.
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The writing’s on the wall
Councillor Robin Cherbo points out the new No Smoking signs the City has put up at the bus stop at Ward and Baker Streets among other locations in Nelson. The signs are more visible than previous signs and set out more stringent distances smokers must keep clear of. Cherbo says City bylaw officers will keep an eye on the new regulations, which also apply to public or private workplace doorways, open window or air intakes. The signs are part of the province’s Tobacco Free Laws. Details on the laws are available at www.health.gov.bc.ca/tobacco/.
DR. MACKENZIE
CHRIS SHEPHERD
RDCK heard enough Directors decline to hear Sandon man speak on future of ghost town in the Selkirks by Chris Shepherd One man is accusing regional directors of censoring him by not scheduling him for a future presentation, but the board’s chair says they’ve already heard what he has to say. Hal Wright, the Sandon businessman who wants to build a historical destination, based on what the mining town was like in the 1890s, requested a chance to speak before
the Regional District of Central Kootenay about his plans. The request, received at the RDCK’s Saturday, Feb. 23 meeting, was declined after a brief discussion as to whether the directors were bound by any policy to hear both sides of an issue. Earlier in the year the RDCK heard a delegation from a non-profit group that supports creating a regional park in Sandon.
The land around Sandon is owned by Hal Wright’s family and the rest is mostly Crown land. The RDCK hopes to purchase the Crown land and build a regional park, a move Hal Wright says would ruin his own plans. Gary Wright, chair of RDCK and mayor of New Denver, said directors have been receiving written information from Hal Wright (there is no relationship between the
men) for several years. The board receives many requests from people who want to make presentations, Gary Wright said. “Our practice is to entertain delegations who will bring is information we don’t know yet.” Hal Wright said he wanted to discuss the future of Sandon. “We’ve been censored and bypassed and this is more of that.”
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New superintendent for SD8 Pat Dooley to replace Bill Reid as school district superintendent for two years by Chris Shepherd Facing “times of change” as several high-level staff retire, School District 8 board members selected a long-time staffer to fill the top spot for the next two years. Pat Dooley, the SD8’s current director of achievement, will take over from Bill Reid, the current superintendent who retires this summer. Bob Wright, chair of the school district, said Pat Dooley would see the SD8 through these times of change. “We felt she would bring some stability.”
Along with Reid’s retirement, the school district also has to replace the head of student services and director of human services. “I think Pat brings a huge amount of experience,” Wright said. Dooley has been the director of achievement for the past three years. In that position she is responsible for developing the curriculum and teacher/staff development, among other duties. The upcoming run as SD8’s superintendent won’t be Dooley’s first time in that seat. She was superintendent for SD11 and SD20 for five years and four years, respectively. Dooley was pleased with the
board’s request to fill the top staff position. “We’ve just set a really good direction so I’ll stay the course,” said Dooley. Dooley, whose husband is Nelson Mayor John Dooley, says there aren’t any major challenges in the next two years “but there is a lot of work to do.” She points to the impending school closures – A.I. Collinson and Gordon Sargent – and declining enrollment, which will impact the district’s senior classes in the future. Dooley has committed to two years as superintendent at the longest because of retirement plans.
Tour to discover what farmers need …continued from p.1 B.C.’s diverse geography makes the province ideal for agriculture, Evans said. “We grow 200 commodities. Other provinces grow 40 or 50 and we could be leading Canada in income from agriculture.”
The MLA recently attended the Certified Organic Associations of B.C. annual general meeting, an event that made him excited about farming’s future in the province. “There were young people who’ve been at it for years, working for other people. Smart, educated, energetic people
looking for someplace they could afford land and looking for somebody that would assist them to raise the funds necessary to get into a business. They saw it as a business. In my generation we just saw it as a lifestyle or pastoral or ‘back to the land.’” It’s this new generation of farmers that Evans
says the province has to increase its budget. “When you have optimism you should push the train, not try to stop it.” To find out what these new farmers and existing farmers need, Evans is starting a provincial tour to discover what they need to make it pay to work B.C.’s land.
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Causes of drywall stains I have noticed stains on the drywall sloped ceilings in the upper floor of my home. What are the causes? Can I do anything to eliminate the causes of this staining? Unlike flat ceilings, vaulted or cathedral ceilings often do not have an attic space, so inspection of the interior cavity is not possible without removing your drywall. However, the usual cause of moisture stains on vaulted ceilings, apart from roof leaks, is a lack of adequate ventilation above the insulation. Walk on the roof if it is not too steep. Is the roof deck soft and spongy in some areas? Does your roof “make ice” along the eaves in the winter? Are the shingles curled even though they are less than 12 years old? These are signs that your vaulted ceiling is not properly ventilated. There should be at least two and a half inches (65 mm) of air space between the insulation and the underside of the roof sheathing or strapping. Your soffits should allow air into that cavity. At the ridge, your roof should have vents to allow the soffit air to escape. This flow of outside air will ensure condensation cannot build up on the ceiling surfaces in your home. You may have to cut out a small area of drywall to confirm a lack of venting. If there is little or no air flowing above the insulation, the only long-term solution is to install con-
Home Front
Don’t let clutter ruin the mood in the bedroom
Is clutter the other partner that shares your bedroom? Lurking in corners, on top of your dresser and taking over your closet? Well, you’re not alone. Since our bedrooms are usually closed to guests, they get neglected and piles of “stuff” start to accumulate. Jen Heale Unfortunately, that house-guest that won’t leave, the clutter, is Don’t forget that distracting and contributes to irritabil- your walls can be visuity, and there’s nothing ally distracting as well. less attractive than our Soothing solid colours partner being distract- work. Patterns, wood panelling and funky ed or irritable. Now to start turn- ‘90s paint treatments ing your clutter motel just don’t work. Take inventory of into the retreat that welcomes you to relax, the items you need to keep in your room and start purging. Be ruthless; remove find containers and most knick-knacks and storage units designed items that don’t belong specifically for them. in the bedroom (Lego, During this process exercise equipment, remind yourself what your vision is for this Christmas stand). Declutter your night room. Never loose your stand and don’t let it purpose for the master become a dumping bedroom because clutter unfortunately folground. Go through all your lows. Just remember clothes and if you haven’t worn it in a “less is more” and if this seems like a lot to year - donate it. Remove family pho- do, start one step at a tos. I know this may time. Don’t shrug the bedseem harsh, but family photos should be hung room off any longer. in the common areas of Remember the bedour home not our bed- room plays a hidden rooms. Nothing can kill role in our relationthe mood faster than a ships, and so plays a picture of your sister’s major part in shaping adorable twin nephews the elements of our day. or your mother-in-law. Jen Heale is the owner of Neat-Organizing and Decluttering Service and a member of POC (Professional Organizers of Canada). You may contact Jen directly with organizing questions to organized@neatnelson.com or 551-NEAT(6328)
Restoring Order
Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Steve Cannon
Vaulted ceilings often don’t have an attic space, so make sure they are properly ventilated.
tinuous venting between the insulation and the underside of your roof sheathing. There is usually no easy way to do this. You will have to consider removing the roofing and roof sheathing to add “sleepers” or crosspurlins to the rafters before re-roofing. Or, if you want to work out of the weather, remove interior drywall and insulation, add “furring” to the underside of the rafters, then re-install the insulation and drywall over deeper rafter cavities.
Steve, Paul and Bill are building consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson. Send questions to express@expressnews.bc.ca. Archived copies of Home Front can be found at www.lynchinspection.com
Turn a carnivore into a vegivore
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Can an animal that Paws for Thought protein and calis a carnivore by nature cium is far highbecome a vegetarian er than ours as because its owners have is their need for chosen this lifestyle for vitamin B12 and themselves and want to their amino acid extend such a lifestyle requirements onto their pet? are optimally The answer is surprisobtained from Emma Cox ingly yes, a dog can lead a meat protein normal life while consumrather than plant ing a vegetarian diet. based proteins. This is why a meat There are even commercial kib- diet is the optimal diet for their bles that are vegetarian, although species type. I am sure that in the these exist due to allergies and wild, a dog would not chose to be intolerance rather than lifestyle vegetarian. choices. A dog’s requirement for If you still want your dog to be
a vegetarian then please do so with the help and advice of a vet and make the change gradually, we are talking months here not weeks. Monitor your dog throughout the change in diet. Look at skin and coat, energy levels, stool consistency etc. Weight loss is common to start with but should not continue. If everything looks OK then your dog is probably doing well on its new vegetarian diet. Never give a puppy, pregnant. lactating or working dog a vegetarian diet, they have increased nutritional needs.
Emma has lived in Nelson for eight years with her dogs Dharma, Koda and Mortimer and her crazy orange cat Marmaduke. She has worked in the pet industry for several years including a veterinary clinic, an animal shelter and a pet supply store. Questions for Emma can be sent to emma@totalclient.ca.
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Opinions & Letters Watershed alliance commentary on abattoir off Editorial An slaughterhouse, safely done, would help the West Kootenays Members of the Slocan Valley Abattoir Cooperative are scouring Regional District of Central Kootenay maps looking for suitable location for their project and we hope they find the right location. The co-op has had a difficult time finding the right place. Recent provincial legislation has shown the abattoir’s incinerator, which planners will use to dispose of specified risk materials, can’t be within half a kilometre of a home. There has also been opposition to the project, but from what we understand, these problems all have solutions and shouldn’t be enough to stop the co-op. As long as the public has assurances ground water and air quality will be protected, a local slaughterhouse would be a boon to the region. It would make it easier for local farmers to process their cattle. This in turn would let West Kootenayites following the 100-mile diet have some steak on their plates. The abattoir would also bring jobs to the region. A diversified economy is a healthy economy and we can’t depend on the fickle tourist dollar to make our region prosperous. The Express encourages this interesting business and encourages people with concerns to bring them forward but be open to the possible solutions. We don’t want the provincial regulations to change. They are in place to protect our health and the environment. But there are ways to have an abattoir in the West Kootenays and, provided Slocan Valley Abattoir Co-operative follows them, there’s no reason this business can’t run here.
Fish Heads & Flowers
Flowers - to all the kidhearted individuals who radiate this beautiful area. You truly make Nelson one of the best places to live. - Nothing but smiles Fish Heads - stinky, festering, maggot infested fish heads to self-centered, unthoughtful roommates who take advantage and have shifty friends who rip me off. - Dog Tired
downtown. It has not gone unappreciated. Fish Heads - to people who don’t flush public toilets. It’s disgusting and unsanitary. No one should have to clean up after you. It’s just the same as flushing at home, so do it when you’re out too! - Sickened by your laziness
Flowers - big horse-scented bouquet to the horseman who turned my broken saddle into a work of art! I love it! Thank you. - Back in the Saddle
Flowers - to the amazing parents I see around town with their fantastic, happy, well adjusted children. Kudos to you for doing the hardest job in the world! - Future parent
Fish Heads - to bullies who make a grand profit from selling drugs to local kids. Flowers - to the guy who took the time to sweep the sidewalks and back alley
Fish Heads - to the busybody who meddles in other people’s affairs and spreads malicious gossip wishing to hurt other people. - Get a Life!
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Dear Editor: In response to the commentary “Abattoir bad idea for Slocan Valley Water” (Wednesday, March 5), I feel the writer takes a long way around to her basic “not in my back yard” position. Comparing Walkerton to Winlaw is wrong; Walkerton’s cattle operation was large-scale; the Slocan Valley is small scale. There’s a big difference. This abattoir co-op has
been open to community input, listening to the concerns of the neighbours and doing their best to make sure this abattoir will not pollute the water, the air or infringe on its neighbours. There are hundreds of people who used the services of our former abattoir in Slocan Park and they and their customers have been out of luck when the service they depended on was no lon-
Child care needed to make B.C. attractive
A Nelson walkabout is like a visit to the dump
Dear Editor: “Your dream job is here, but not if you need child care.” B.C.’s minister of economic development, Colin Hansen, is wasting tax payer’s money on promoting B.C. to employees residing in Quebec and Ontario. Employees will need quality, reliable, affordable child care in order to work. Why would they move to a province where the government cuts back on child care funding and support instead of viewing it as a vital part of the economic growth in this province and for the well being of children? It is a well known fact that in the West Kootenay and across the province that child care centres and family child care homes have long waiting lists. Centres often reduce hours or the number of children they can care for due to lack of staff. Staff are leaving due to poor wages and working conditions. The B.C. Chamber of Commerce is calling on government for a child care plan as a key factor in addressing the labour shortage in B.C. If B.C. is going to successfully attract employees from other provinces it must be able to offer quality, affordable child care as part of the package. Dorothy Kaytor, Castlegar
ger available, thanks to provincial government legislation that doesn’t care about small farmers; some people lost their livelihoods as a result. So, if I had $500 to spare, I would join the co-op and if I still had my farm in Winlaw, I’d offer some of my land to the co-op for the abattoir with confidence in their integrity. Bonnie Baker, Nelson
Dear Editor: I walk around the block every morning. It’s a serene way to start the day, except that I can collect four litres of garbage. I appreciate people are eating healthier, as evidenced by small plastic containers, plastic forks and chicken bones, amidst bubble gum, chocolate wrappers, plastic cigarette ends, more butts, coffee cups and drink containers. I prefer to walk on grass and sidewalk, and not have to dodge these things. Who’s responsible for producing or picking up this trash? Not me, though I pick it up in the hopes that some morning I won’t have to. Would it help for businesses to post signage to customers saying littering is not green and provide garbage cans saying “Fill Me.” Maybe school teachers could emphasize certain social skills. Or home owners walk through their front yards and see what’s lurking in the bushes and on the lawns. Perhaps the City should fork out funding for a few well placed receptacles, that interested persons could aim their garbage towards. Or maybe parents could remind their children that littering is an offence. Maybe the city workers who are diligent about parking meters could pass out community service tickets where you have to pickup garbage. Just some ideas. Sheila Pearce, Nelson
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Street Talk Are there too many restrictions on smokers?
I think they are definitely increasing. I think it’s a good thing for everyone. It’s an incentive for them to give up or reduce and better for the health of non-smokers who don’t need the second-hand smoke. Kathryn Newsom, Nelson
No. I’m a non-smoker. It’ll keep smoke away from these areas like the bus stop. They seem to congregate here. Kyle Fossett, Nelson
Absolutely. It’s supposed to be linked to health. I say the research on secondhand smoke they’re basing that on is widely discredited. There’s no credible evidence on it causing lung cancer. When you formulate public policy on fear and misinformation it is dubious. Brendan Burke, Nelson
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Sports & Recreation Run workshops Clinics leading up to Kootenay Express 10K Run start this month by Chris Shepherd
Strike!
CHRIS SHEPHERD
John O’Neill lets the ball go at the B.C. Special Olympics – Region One five-pin bowling regional qualifier at the Savoy Bowling Lanes on Saturday, March 8. The event drew bowling teams from Castelgar, Trail, Grand Forks and Nelson.
HOUSE AD FUN RUN
Jumping right into a 10 kilometre run isn’t a good idea, which is why the Express has organized a series of workshops and training sessions to get people involved. All clinics happen on Sunday, 10 a.m. at the Nelson and District Community Complex, says organizer Colli Christante. Each Sunday starts with a 15-minute presentation on some aspect of fitness and training followed by a 15-minute warm up and a one hour run or walk. Christante will speak at the first clinic, which runs on Sunday, March 30 and will give insights on how people think and create their own reality with those thoughts. “The point of the clinics is to get a mind-body connection,” Christante says, emphasizing the importance of motivation and fitness. Each speaker will offer valuable information in their area of expertise that will give runners the tools they need to have a successful run.
Runners start the 2007 run on Sunday, May 27.
The Kootenay Express 10K happens on Sunday, June 8 at 9 a.m., starting from Lakeside park. Each week’s run is based on SportMed RunWalk training program and offers a comprehensive way for people to improve their fitness and health. The one-hour run or walk is geared to the individual’s needs, Christante says. The goal isn’t to take a pace walker and turn them into a 10 kilometre runner, but to improve their rela-
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tive fitness. Walkers will go with other walkers and runners with other runners, Christante explains. “It’s not about creating miracles. It’s about fitness and fun.” To register for the clinics, race and get a T-shirt is $95. For those who want to attend only some of the clinics, drop-in fees are $7.50 and to register for the race alone is $35. Participants can register at www.expressnews.ca or at the clinic.
Use it or lose it One of the most important considerations when putting together an exercise program is to incorporate functional exercise movements, to make everyday movement easy and pain free. We move around on our legs, sit supported by our core muscles and use our upper body to reach, swing, hold, resist and pull. These muscle groups and joints that help us perform everyday movements need to be strong and flexible. When people have been inactive, subject to repetitive movement patterns or perhaps been involved in an accident, performing a functional movement like a squat maybe too painful. The pain could arise anywhere along the chain of muscles and joints involved in this compound exercise, that engages most of the muscles of the lower body – from the belly button to the toes. The best plan of action from here is to have that pain assessed by a physiotherapist. When physiotherapists are working to get the muscles functioning
Keeping Fit
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sequentially around a joint they are training the ultimate conductor, your brain. The brain acts as the conductor in an orchestra of muscles. The body maybe playing all the right notes, but rather than hearing a beautiful aria, it just sounds like the orchestra is warming up. The muscles are firing, but in the wrong sequence. A good physiotherapist will influence the brain and the muscles to hit the right note at the right time to produce that movement. Once the intrinsic muscle rhythm is established, larger and more complex movements like squats can be performed pain free.
Helen Kissinger is the owner/operator of Renew Personal Training and a local resident. She has been helping people achieve their health and fitness goals for 20 years. Do you have a fitness question for Helen? Send by e-mail to express@expressnews.bc.ca
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Time to start pruning your trees Fruit trees need to have the majority of their pruning done while the plant is in a dormant state. From late fall to early spring, trees are dormant, no growth is occurring nor is there any circulation of water or nutrients. Pruning wounds made this time of year do not weep and will only lose a small amount of sap in early spring. Trees that are pruned after they have come out of dormancy will lose a greater amount. Sap acts like a pheromone attracting insects
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to open wounds, which can lead to detrimental infestations. By pruning this time of year you are giving your trees a chance to heal before the fungi that cause such things as nectria canker, blight or black knot can affect their
health. Some of you may be overwhelmed when you step outside and look at your mini orchard in your backyard. If the prospect of pruning all those trees isn’t the most inviting one you need to make some choices. Ask yourself: Do you use the fruit?; are any of your trees diseased or continually infested with insects?; do you primarily enjoy the trees for their flowers? If you have answered yes to any of these questions then you may consider having them
removed. Not only would this be a responsible thing to do, since rotting fruit attracts bears, skunks and raccoons, but you could replace them with flowering ornamental trees that require little maintenance. If you don’t know the first thing about pruning and you have the means, hire a professional arborist to do the work for you. They can consult on the health of your trees and give suggestions on the best way to maintain them or whether or not they should be removed.
Carrie Briscoe is a certified arborist and owner of Carrie’s Custom Tree Care. If you have any questions for the Green Thumb please send e-mail to express@expressnews.bc.ca
Responsible offroad recreation Icelanders love their ATVs. Several spring seasons ago, I lived with an Icelandic farmer and his family, planting tree seedlings on the surrounding rolling hills. The land sat delicately under the midnight sun and was privy to sheep hooves, farmer boots and, indeed, the beloved family six-wheel ATV. The farmer and his wife were very much in love with their land. When they were younger, they explored the corners of the property on horseback, taking picnics of apples and smoked meat to the ridge that embraced their property. Today, like many Canadians that love the freedom of being outside, the farmer and his wife explore on wheels. In Iceland, the land is almost completely without trees and therefore the impact of constant and aggressive ATV use is very visible. Lines crisscross the farmer’s land like the creases in his hands. He is concerned about
Nature Notes
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the impact he has made through the years, and he struggles with erosion and noxious weeds in areas of overuse. Off-road vehicle (ORVs) use is a growing activity in the West Kootenays. ORVs allow us to explore remote areas, at all times of the year. In winter, snowmobiles allow us to quickly tap into remote and often untouched skiing. Once the snow has melted, dirt bikes and ATVs have become an increasingly popular means to get outside. If you do choose to motorize your outdoor activities, please keep the following in mind: snowmobiles compact the snow and prevent deer, elk, moose and caribou from
The Land Conservancy is a non-profit, charitable land trust working throughout British Columbia to protect important habitat. If you would like more information contact Emily Nilsen, the terrestrial stewardship advisor, at enilsen@conservancy.bc.ca or 354-7345.
being able to reach important winter food sources, necessary for winter survival (compact tracks are also an easy highway for predators to reach their prey); wetlands and grasslands are very fragile and may take centuries to mend; your machine may damage native plants and/ or spread the seeds of noxious weeds. If you’re going to recreate with an ORV, recreate responsibly.
From Wildsight’s OVR brochure • Stay in areas zoned for motorized use • Avoid vulnerable and/ or important ecosystems • Respect wildlife • Read and follow signage (these areas are closed for a reason) • Educate yourself and teach others how to use ORVs responsibly
Briefly West Kootenay Evaluation Committee
Wednesday, March 19, 7 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. Only 22.6 per cent of Lethbridge voters turned out for the 2007 Lethbridge civic elections. Recently, only 41 per cent of Albertans turned out for the Alberta general election. PC Alberta, which won the election, only received 21.6 per cent support from Alberta voters. This low voter is not isolated to Alberta, but across Canada, and the West. Stephen Garvey, CEO of The Foundation for Democratic Political Advancement, will talk about low voter turnout and what it means for democracy and the creation of a West Kootenay Evaluation Committee. The WK Evaluation Committee, and along with the East Kootenay
Evaluation Committee, would do an evaluation and ranking of the candidates running in the upcoming federal election for the Kootenay riding. The purpose is to inform the public politically. For more information visit www.democracychange.com.
Peace Café and teach-in
Saturday, March, 15, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St. Alex Atamanenko, MP for B.C. Southern Interior, Francisco Juarez, Canadian war resister, are two of the features of this event that includes a live broadcast of “Winter Soldier: Iraq & Afghanistan” featuring testimony from U.S. veterans who served in those occupations. The event is free and open to the public, though donations are accepted.
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Into the limelight Grads from Selkirk’s music program showcase skills by Chris Shepherd Graduating students from Selkirk College’s music program are ready to show the Kootenays just what they’ve learned over the last two years. The performance and composition majors will hold a series of performances at Studio 80, the college’s performing area at 10th Street Campus. “It’s their grad. It’s their final recital,” explains Gilles Parenteau, an instructor in the music program. The shows run an
hour and a half with 45 minutes going to each student. Parenteau says each evening will feature a broad range of material, from jazz, R and B, opera and rock. The showcases, which started last weekend and continue this Friday (see Ebel and Lutz below). The shows are free and doors open at 7 p.m. for each night. See future issues of the Express for show details. The grads perform for the audience and their show is recorded. Parenteau says the showcases are the ideal
way to send the students into the performing world. The come away with a DVD of their show, perfect for auditions and a taste of performing for the broader community, says the instructor. Shows run this weekend, Thursday, March 27; Friday, March 28, Thursday, April 3; Friday April 4; Saturday, April 5; Tuesday, April 8; Thursday, April 10; Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12. The final two shows are at The Prestige Inn and Mary Hall, respectively.
Meow Mix Mandy Ebel and Kelsey Lutz
Friday, March 14 at Studio 80 at Selkirk College’s 10th Street Campus Get ready for a night full of everything under then sun. Progressive alternative rock, jazz, opera, fusion, acoustic, ethnic scales and rythms, electronica, R and B, classical, pop, and good ol’ classic rock. Mandy Ebel will kick off the night with her originals. Her songs carry a distinct, recognizable sound that meld many different genre’s of music together and topping everything off with her killer vocals. Joining Mandy on stage will be The Man In Havana and other
incredible music majors from Selkirk College such as Sean Folk, Etienne Girard, Lee Campese, Srihari Sidhar, Georgia Laloudakis, faculty teachers Laura Landsberg, Cheryl Hodge and more great local talent. If you like to rock, then the guitar vetran, Kelsey Lutz, will show you how it’s done right. Lisa Kienes, Jason Thomas, Tom Samulak, Taya Voykin and more hot musicians from the college will be on stage slaughtering every style from the classic Eagles to the hard rockin’ of Ozzy. There will be refreshments and Mandy Ebel’s CD’s available during the intermission.
Briefly Vinyl Ritchie
Friday, March 14 at Spiritbar Fads come and go, but Vinyl Ritchie weathers them all, ranking among the longest-standing and best-respected DJs in Vancouver’s clubbing history. Way before the hipsters invented the mashup, Ritchie was playing all over the map, tracing
contemporary styles like house and hip-hop back to their roots in ‘70s-era soul and funk. Down with Shambhala since its inception and washed up since the late ‘80s, this cat is one of the most original, controversial and misunderstood DJs on the circuit today. A true die hard that refuses to be stereotyped
or follow DJ trends, Wicked Lester is the last of a dying breed whose DJ sets are comprised entirely of vinyl. In a sea of MP3s and laptop fakers the sound of vinyl is more crucial than ever to preserve and stay true to the original roots of DJ culture. Tickets $10 at Eddy music.
Saturday, March 15 at Spiritbar The ladies are on the prowl. these cats of the night are going to scratch deep
Women’s night at the Royal
Friday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. at The Royal on Baker Eight Kootenay ladies will come together to celebrate women in song and lyrics. The singer-songwriters will perform, followed by Morninglory of Meow Mix, who will spin her diva beats until 1 a.m. The songstresses include: Sarah Calvert, Jenna Earle, Ange Healy, Keisza, Pauline Lamb, Jody Peck and Mara Sand. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to the Aimee Beaulieu House in Nelson, which aids women in need. Admission in $6 at the door.
Waldorf’s spring concert
Thursday, March 13, 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre The Nelson Waldorf
below the surface to bring you ‘tails’ from the underground music world. Lighten your mood and put the spring back in your step. $10 at the door.
School celebrates its 25th year this year, and as an opening to the celebrations of this anniversary, the school will have its spring concert. In honour of this 25th Anniversary Celebration, the school will bring alumni in to perform with present students at the concert. The evening will include music performances by classes 3-7, eurythmy performances by classes 7 and 9 and a performance by the school’s community choir, made up of parents and teachers. Admission is by donation.
Garbage Warrior
Wednesday, March 12, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre For 30 years New Mexico-based renegade architect Michael Reynolds and his green disciples have devoted their time to advancing the art of “earthship biotecture” by building self-sufficient, off-the-grid
communities where design and function converge in eco-harmony. These experimental structures that defy state standards create conflict between Reynolds and the authorities, who are backed by big business. Frustrated by legislation, Reynolds lobbies for the right to create a sustainable living test site. Reynolds and his crew seize the opportunity to lend their pioneering skills to those who need it most. Shot over three years and in four different countries, Garbage Warrior is a timely portrait of a determined visionary, a hero of the 21st century. FLIKS will do an encore screening of the sold out Up the Yangtze at the Capitol on Wednesday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Otter books. For more info about these and other FLIKS, go to www.FLIKS.ca or call 1866-FLIKSca.
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Briefly Art and social change panel discussion
Friday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. at the Oxygen Art Centre, #3-320 Vernon St. (alley entrance) You want to be an artist and change the world? Art has always been something to which people have turned to find meaning in the midst of complexity. In a world that is facing unprecedented change, what is the role and responsibility of the artist? Join moderator Jan Inglis and panellists Alison Girvan, Thomas Loh, Nicola Harwood and Deb Thompson to consider this question. For more information and upcoming classes and programming, check oxygenartcentre.org.
Easter Bunny Hop
Saturday, March 15, 1 p.m. at the Passmore Senior’s Lodge Kids are invited to a special pre-easter event coming up in the Slocan Valley. Slocan Valley Recreation and the Grade 12 class from Mt. Sentinel School will host the Sixth Annual Easter Bunny Hop at the Passmore Senior’s Lodge. There’ll be a variety of Easter bunnies leading in games, easter crafts,
a bunny snack and of course, the Easter Egg hunt. Kids of all ages are welcome to come join in the fun, so parents bring the young ones and grandparents grab the grand-kids, because we want you all there. To help event organizers, preregistration is mandatory and must be done by March 13th. Admission is $5 per child with proceeds going to Grade 12 grad class. The Passmore Lodge is located on the Old Passmore Road which runs parallel to Highway 6. Watch for some colourful signs should you feel lost. It promises to be a multigenerational afternoon to remember. Slocan Valley Recreation requests that they be contacted at 226-0008 if you’re planning to attend.
humor and ultimately, hope. It examines the effects of oil exploration and use on the rainforest, world climate, humanity and other species. The objective of the film is to promote positive, hopeful change in the way people source and use energy – changes that will create a more just and sustainable world.
Crude Impact: EcoSociety film and discussion
Hazeldean’s monthly art show
Thursday, March 20, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library Crude Impact chronicles the collision of society’s insatiable appetite for oil with the rights and livelihoods of indigenous cultures, other species and the planet itself. It is a thought-provoking story filled with discovery, sorrow, outrage,
ULLA DEVINE SPRING RENEWAL
Earthy art show
Friday, March 21, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Scout Hall, 301 Cedar St. Earth Matters’ Farm to Table Project presents an art show/party. Art exploring climate change and food will be on display. There will also be a silent auction, tasty food and live music for all to enjoy. Call Anna or Su 3526011 ext. 17 for more information.
The month of March, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 105-402 Baker St. Hazeldean Gallery’s special guests this month
are Avrell Fox, Guy Hobbs, and Joseph-Mark Cohen. Fox has a wonderful way of capturing the excitement of style in her paintings. Come see her Princess Miji and other colourful friends. Hobbs’s textured, earth coloured cave-like paintings give a ancient feel to his bears, bison and other northern creatures. Cohen’s photography gives viewers a mystical show with prints like Ice Dripping from Cedars and Glacial Waters to the Portal at Merlin’s Cave.
St. Patrick’s Day Contra Dance
Friday, March 14, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Scout Hall, 310 Cedar St. The Nelson Contradance society is hosting a special contradance event in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Contra dance is simi-
lar to square dancing but uses two lines of dancers rather than squares. Kootenay Kontraband will play a variety of jigs and reels and David Feldman will call the dances. Bring indoor footwear and a snack to share. Cost is $7, kids are free.
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Kolmel’s monthly art show
John Cooper and Kathleen Pemberton present The Dog Show and Looking for the Honest Man at Kolmel Jewellers for the month of March. From the depths of winter come their paintings: dogs of Nelson, back alley visions, many facets of many faces, and some local plein air landscapes.
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A DIRECTORY OF HEALTH & HEALING IN THE KOOTENAYS Acupuncture
Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences Student Clinic .......................................................... 354-1984 Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine551-5283 Jen Cherewaty, RAC, Balance for Body & Soul354-1752 Sara Fujibayashi RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa352-3280 Claudia Kavcic, RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa352-3280 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................ 352-9890
Ayurveda
Michele P. Greco, Ayur. Practitioner, RMT, AAHE352-5343
Art Therapy
Clearwater Art Therapy ........................................ 505-1100
Astrology
Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings ........... 352-2455
Body Piercing
Aura & Chakra Biofeedback/Bodywork, Homo Divinus505-5067
Breathwork
Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation ...... 227-6877
Coaching
Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach ........... 352-3280
Counselling & Consultation
Brain Gym, Learning, Ion-cleanse, Gayle, MEd.226-7655 Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy......354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling505-8170 Dienna Raye, MA, Counsellor & Life Coach ... 352-1220 Kathie Robertson, MA, Counselling Adults & Teens226-7945 Lee Reid, MA, RCC, Addictions & Trauma ...... 352-3870 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more1-877-688-5565
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Physical problems & nothing has worked? Experience ease & grace. First session is half price. Call Hilary .354-7616
Hair Care
Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ........ 354-1202 Visions for Hair-Body-Soul, South Slocan ...... 359-8036
Herbalist
Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist551-4528
Homeopathy
Barbara Gosney, CCH, RSHom, DHom, 2102 Creek St54-1180 Margo MacLaren DHom ...................................... 354-7072
Hypnotherapy
Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist ... 354-7750
Massage Services
Abby Mccormick, The Stone Spa ... 354-4030 or 551-0599 Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports........229-4424 Armonia Soma Massage, Hot stones & Swedish Massage354-7553 Genevieve, Certified, Swedish & Pregnancy. 352-1141 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..... 505-4284 Jennifer Johnston RMT .......................................... 551-1197 Juliena Brown, Certified Practitioner, RAC ..... 551-BODY Palliative Massage Course, July 4-11............. 1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage505-4144 Rub It In, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports352-6804 Thai Massage, Mina Palmer, CTT at Shanti Yoga352-7703
Pharmacy
Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St.352-6928
Psychologist
Talk Therapy, Hypnosis, Energy Psychology. 352-9927
Sex Therapy
Dr. David Hersh, Board Certified ....................... 352-0151
Social Work
Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor....................... 505-8044
Somatics
The Feldenkrais Method® enhance motion,Judy Katz352-3319
Spas
Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St..................... 352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ..... 354-4408 The Stone Spa, Abby McCormick354-4030 or 551-0599
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DR. MICHAEL SMITH (TCM) is now accepting new patients. Offering services in acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Nutritional & Functional Medicine. Over 10 years experience. Call 352-0459. OPENING COUNSELLING PRACTICE IN DOWNTOWN NELSON. Sally Shamai M.Ed. Registered Clinical Counsellor, over 15 years experience with LGTB & Heterosexual individual & couples. Trauma recovery, personal transitions. Advanced EMDR. Focusing & solution oriented approaches. Toll free 1-877-688-5565.
CLEAN BEAN CAFE IS FOR SALE. Turnkey business. 5.5x14 ft. trailer, BC Health approved. Ready to tow anywhere! Great opportunity for festivals, etc. $17,000 obo. Must sell. cafeamorcafe@gmail.com BARTER AND BENEFIT! TradeWins! Offers venture capital, alternative source financing, increased cash slow, presale and expansion solutions, projects from $1000 and up; www.tradewins.biz. Andrew 250-208-6618.
CHARIOT CHEETAH 1 jogging stroller with hand brake. $300 obo. 352-3052. DOUBLE STROLLER, CHARIOT, in good condition, $250. 505-2028. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE CHILD CARE in my home for 2 children. Must be able to work from 4 to 11, sometimes earlier. Looking for someone that can do it for straight subsidy from the government. If interested please call Sherri at 551-1725.
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KING SIZE WATERBED: mattress with baffles, heater, pine headboard and frame, $50. 352-0140. ENTERTAINMENT STAND FITS 30” TV. Wood grain, four shelves, glass door. $40. 355-2404.
TRAIN FOR A NEW CAREER in medical transcription. Work from home. 99% employment rate. Contact CanScribe today for a free information package. 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com / info@canscribe.com. BECOME A HOME STAGER with our distance education course. Learn professional skills and how to start your own business. ISRPTM certification. Free brochure. 1-800-2671829. www.qcdesignschool.com LAKELAND COLLEGE in Alberta has programs in environmental sciences, fire services, agriculture, tourism, appraisal & assessment and more! Visit www.lakelandcollege.ca/myfuture or phone 1-800-661-6490, ext. 8579.
FRENCH CLASSES: Beginner to advanced. Certified teacher, Native French. 505-5325. RELAXATION MASSAGE COURSE: Everything you need to know to become comfortable with the art of massage. March 29-30. $75 per person. Contact Dan Last, RMT at 3520459 for more information. BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT in 24 weeks at Granville Business College. Specializing in veterinary assistant diplomas for 15 years. Classes every 3 months. www. vet-assistant.com, 604-683-8850. TRAIN TO BE an Apartment/ Condominium Manager. Many jobs registered! Thousands of graduates working. Online or home-study certified course. Government registered. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800665-8339, 604-681-5456.
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ATTENTION EXPRESS READERS! To those of you who have submitted pictures for Pet of the Week, Babies, Read Everywhere, etc., please pick up your pictures at the Express office, 554 Ward Street at the front desk. Thank you! OSPREY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR: 1) 2008 Community Grants as well as 2) Arts Legacy Fund Grants for media arts projects. Forms and granting guidelines at ospreycommunityfoundation. ca Deadline April 30th.
NELSON ARTWALK 20TH ANNIVERSARY! Announcing Call for Entry to artists for Artwalk 2008. Nelson Gallery applications also available. Call 352-2402, ndac@netidea. com or www.ndac.ca LARGE SCALE PAINTINGS by Keira Zaslove $100. Moving sale. Khy 505-5332 POTTERY KILN, gas, 26cu. ft.(aprox 6’x 6’ x 6’) movable. $2500 obo. 352-9150. CLAY CLASSES FOR 6-12 YEAR OLDS. March 24-28 plus glaze day. 3 groups. Fiona, 354-1648 sfiona@telus.net
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EDMONTON-BASED company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters. Offering top wages, overtime, subsistence, accommodations, with reimbursement of airfare in contract terms. Fax resume: Attention: Wade. 780-488-3002. CAREER IN Oil & Gas Rockwell Servicing. Looking for motivated individuals to start a career in the oil & gas industry. Preference will be given to individuals willing to relocate as most positions are based out of specific areas. We currently have field offices in Ardmore (Bonnyville area), Brooks, Nisku (Edmonton area), Grande Prairie, Lloydminster, Red Deer, and Estevan, SK. Candidates must have a valid non-restricted drivers licence and be able to provide a current driver’s abstract prior to placement. Selected applicants will be required to successfully complete our pre-employment screening process. Our company offers an excellent benefits package, a progressive health and safety program, on-going developmental training and promotion opportunities. Please forward your resume: Attention: Lincoln to: lincoln.brierley@ensignenergy.com or call 1-888-ENSIGN-0. STAN DEAN & Sons Construction, Hay River, Northwest Territories is seeking following: Class I truck drivers, welders and heavy duty mechanics. Phone 867-874-6864 or fax resume to: 867-874-6815. DESIGN/PRODUCTION MANAGER required to oversee all aspects of producing newspapers, websites, prepress processes, resort in Central Alberta, excellent income, two years related experience necessary; bhibbert@sylvanlakenews.com.
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SAWMILLS from only $3,495.00 Convert your logs to valuable lumber with your own Norwood portable band sawmill. Log skidders also available. www.norwoodsawmills.ca/400T FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. ADD AND SAVE on home phone reconnection. Bad credit - no problem! Up to $30 off for new customers, plus lower monthly rates! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca.
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Furniture HIDE-A-BED, excellent condition, dark blue, $80. 825-9534. LEATHER COUCH, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, $2000 obo & Lazyboy recliner, $350 firm. Excellent condition, must sell, moving. 825-4235. IKEA BILLY BOOKCASE, beech veneer, approx. 35” long, 41” high, 11” wide, $50. 352-7035.
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LIVING HEALTHY WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS program. Once per week, 2 1/2 hours for 6 weeks. Thursday, March 13, 10 a.m. at Health Co-operative, 518 Lake Street. Contact P. Gibson 359-7010 for further information. Sessions are free. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS! Come out and enjoy our fun and creative spring programs for girls and women. Nelson, South Slocan & Balfour. Contact Rhythmic Dimensions 5051812 rhythmics@telus.net. JOIN THE 21ST CENTURY HEALTH CHALLENGE, an eight week supervised detoxification, rejuvenation & weight loss program. Contact Dr. Michael Smith (TCM) for more information. 352-0459.
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CANADA’S LEADING SERVICE PROVIDER for people who are Blind & Visually Impaired (CNIB) is looking for a quality individual to fill a position of Assistant Coordinator in Nelson, Castlegar & Trail areas. You need to supply enthusiasm, drive & leadership. Applicant must be a self-starter with good communication skills, be well organized & have the ability to work independently. Must also have a vehicle & be able to work evenings. Training provided. Apply now for a chance to join our fundraising team. Please fax or e-mail resume with references to: CNIB fax 250-374-8033 leanne.chabot@cnib.ca Attention: Leanne Chabot. Closing date for applications is March 31, 2008.
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AFFORDABLE CHAIR RENTAL AVAILABLE April 1 for experienced stylist. Call Svet at Front Street Hair Studio 354-1202. BITE FRESH FOOD is looking for a F/T or P/T line cook. Cooking experience and Food Safe certificate required. If you are a mature and responsible individual able to multi task in a fast paced environment email your resume to info@bitefreshfood. com. Call Jason/Joscelyn at 3542856 or 352-0485 MINING COMPANY REQUIRES the services of a qualified prospector to do field work in their project on Shaw Creek area. Must be self starter, know how to use a GPS, take samples and map out areas, with a report on findings. Top wages and expenses Starting time June 15, Contact Harold Oppelt 604-532-6463. cell phone 604-306-9128.
WANTED: DEAD LAWN TRACTOR to use in school project. Call Bruce 354-8299. WANTED: LARGE QUANTITY OF MANURE (up to 50 cubic meters). Also someone to cultivate approx. 5 acres of pasture in Proctor this spring. rharder@telus.net
MASTERCRAFT ROUTER, 18 pc router bit kit, 3 yrs old, never used $100. 352-7545. THREE 2 LITRE PUMP STYLE coffee carafes in good condition. $15 obo. 229-4099. MOTORCYCLE LEATHERS: Matching jacket & pants, fits small/ medium, $100. Jacket, size small, $40. 352-0531. COMPOUND BOWS: one left handed, one right handed, plus accessories. Call for details, 250-448-6324. Nelson. CHROME & CANE CHAIR, modern styling $20; second chair, same style, needs seat repair, $5. 352-3014. FISHER BABY BEAR WOODSTOVE. Like new. $250. 359-7367 or somethingsomething@shaw.ca GRAD DRESS, PRINCESS STYLE, powder blue, for approx. 5 ‘ 9” 120 lbs. $50. 825-9985. APARTMENT SIZE FRIDGE, Danby Ingus, great working condition, 7cu sq ft. $110 obo. Call 352-7387. WIRELESS KEYBOARD & MOUSE, Logitech, $20. Boxspring, queen, $80. SCUBA gear, U.S. Diver. 505-5098. VINTAGE RECORD PLAYER/RADIO UNIT. 1940’s Grundig Fleetwood model. Asking $500. 250-359-7942. SELMER BUNDY ALTO SAX, recently serviced, excellent condition, includes $75 of free accessories, $500. 352-7035.
CARPENTERS/REMODELERS $25+/hour. Canada’s leading home improvement company seeks remodelers, skilled tradespeople, 10+ years experience, in Vancouver, Victoria, Okanogan. Apply toll-free 1-800-8842639 or www.handymanconnection.ca. JOB HUNTING? The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources is now hiring! Look for over 2,100 jobs for youth and recent graduates at www.ontario. ca/mnryouthprograms or call 1-800667-1940.
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House Sitting
EXPERIENCED, MATURE HOUSE/ PET SITTER available for April. I have excellent local references. All negotiable. 352-7169 seacrowus@yahoo.com
Lost & Found
HONDA REMOTE KEY LOST in hospital neighborhood late December. Reward! 354-7366. GUY LOOKING FOR BACKPACK if you can drop off at Taghum Shell. Thank you.
Misc. for Sale
MEMOREX 20” TV, $50. Old National Geographic magazines, mostly ‘81, ‘82, ‘84, $1 each. 352-6762 CUSTOM CEILING FAN with light $60. 352-6998. APARTMENT SIZE INGLIS WASHER & DRYER, $250 obo. Beaumark washer & dryer $600 obo, like new. 229-4544. WOOL COMFORTER BLANKET, 27’ JVC television, $100, stand $20, 1/3 HP electric motor, new. 359-7443.
Misc. for Sale
Music & Dance
Steel Buildings
EXTERIOR, INTERIOR & BI-FOLD DOORS in dark wood. 359-7933.
CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal soirees for music aficionados. 505-5583. POLYTONE MINIBRUTE 5 GUITAR AMP. 140 watts, excellent condition, barely used, $650. Phone 354-4609. VICTORIA STREET STRINGS all level string players welcome. Tuesday evenings. 505-5583. KAY UPRIGHT BASS, soft case, lots of accessories, $2800 all incl. 505-0501
BUILDINGS FOR SALE! “Final week!” 25x30 now $5800. 25x40 $6900. 30x40 $8300. 35x50 $11,290. 35x70 $14,500. 40x80 $16,900. Some others. Canadian manufacturer since 1980...Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422.
ALL KINDS OF CLEAN, GOOD, WARM clothes for men & women. Also quilts. Phone 352-6028. A BUNCH OF STUFF FOR SALE: kids clothes, router, toner, saltwater aquarium books, call for more. 354-1944 DRYER FOR SALE, Whirlpool HD, Super Capacity, works well, $100. GE Microwave, $20. 352-7101. NEW: SHAKER STYLE Solid Wood Bi-Fold Door (with hardware) for 3 foot opening. $100. (Ordering mistake.) 354-1805. PENTAX ASAHI K1000 MANUAL CAMERA with 50mm lens and extra lens 70-210mm. Asking $400. 353-7639 4 DRAWER STORAGE UNIT, steel shelves, wood cookstove, snow scoop, Tri-chem paints & pictures, entertainment centre. Phone 3529408 evenings after 6.
Misc. Wanted
DONATION OF LADIES MOUNTAIN BICYCLE in good condition for Cuban family. 352-9788. LEFT-OVER HEATING OIL WANTED to recycle, will pump tank out for free, call 551-2727. CRAFT FAIR BOOTH OR OPEN TENT. Sturdy, collapsible, waterproof. Pam 355-2988.
Toys & Wheels Auto Financing
Cars
NEED A CAR or truck? Good credit, bad credit. Want a Visa? #1 success rate. Delivery in BC and Alberta. www. drivehomenow.com or 888-501-1148. AUTO-MATIC CREDIT 1-800 608 5983. Credit problems, bankruptcy, collections, divorce. Let me help you get the financing for that newer truck, van or car and reestablish your credit. Call Barrie 1-800 608 5983 for approval D5256. # #1 IN CREDIT REBUILDING. Need a car, truck, van or SUV? Auto credit fast. Bad credit! No credit! Bankruptcy! Repossession! No problem. Call today and drive away. Call Stephanie 1-877792-0599. Free delivery anywhere - www.autocreditfast.ca. 1ST IN CAR LOANS! www.carloanstogo.ca. Western Canada’s lowest rates & prices on any make any model. Call us first or go online for free approval. 1-888-859-8666.
1982 FORD FAIRMONT. 6 cylinder, new winter tires, lady driven. $600. 352-2575. ‘83 TOYOTA TERCEL 4x4, needs a starter or good parts car. $200. Call 354-1865. 1990 SUBARU LOYALE 4x4, 5 speed, manual, mint, no rust. RHD, 2.0 L performance engine. 90,000km. $8200. 359-5988. 2004 HONDA CIVIC SE, p/w, p/dl, cd, 4-dr, 5-spd 74,000 kms, $13,500. 352-9630. 1994 ACURA INTEGRA, red, 213,000 km, well maintained, 5-speed, $5400. Runs Excellent. 825-9539.
Cars
1983 VOLVO 240 WAGON. 5-speed. Runs and looks great. $2500 obo with studded winters. 352-7298. 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX for sale. Excellent condition. $14,500. 4WD, cruise, ac, cd. Mark 352-0412.
Sleds/Bikes 2001 YAMAHA V STAR 650 “Classic” black and chrome, mint condition 35,000km $ 5,200 obo. 29-4474. 2004 HONDA RUCKUS SCOOTER. 2100 km. Near new condition. Red. $1800 obo. Will deliver. 250-442-8370.
Tires/Parts/Other CARGO CARRIER FOR ANY SIZE VEHICLE: does not need roof rack, $50. 352-2722.
Tires/Parts/Other Trucks/SUVs/Vans (4) BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/T 265/65 R17 tires. $200. Call Shaun at 354-7411. 4 MICHELIN 255/55R18 tires, used 1 season. $420 obo. 250-355-0069.
Trucks/SUVs/Vans 2003 GRAND CARAVAN, economical 3.3L, loaded, captain seats, mounted summer/winters, 140,000 km, $10,500. 229-2236. 1990 4RUNNER RHD TURBO DIESEL: 90000 kms, c/w 9 good tires, no rust. $12,000 obo. 2267907. FOR SALE 1992 MAZDA B2200, good shape. Phone 505-2174. 2001 GMC SONOMA ZR2, power everything, well maintained, 137,800 kms, $13,500 obo. 352-7401. 1975 FORD 3000 3 cyl. diesel, low hours, excellent condition, c/w snow blade. $6100 obo. 365-7536. 1990 NISSAN PICK-UP. Standard, 4 cylinder, 220,000 kms. Lots done, great truck for town! $2300. Lindsay 352-1726. ‘97 GRAND CHEROKEE, comfortable, excellent condition. Leather int. 300,000 km. $3800 obo. 352-3318.
1990 NISSAN PICK-UP, 2/rear wheel, 4 cyl, standard, great truck! Must sell 220,000 kms. Lindsay 352-1726.
Boats
TWO 1993 YAMAHA WAVERUNNER PROS, double trailer, $4500. Winsurfer $225. 5053497. HEAVY DUTY, 4 SEAT, inflatable fishing/pleasure dinghy & oars. 3 chamber & floor $150.00. 505 9381. CANOE: 15 FT FIBREGLASS, HANDCRAFTED, like new with 3 paddles, very stable, must see, $750. 825-9539. 1998 LEGEND 17’5”, MERCURY MARINER 40 hp, w/trailer, many extras, excellent fishing/family boat, $11000. 505-9458.
Rec. Vehicles
1992 scamper pop-up, slide-in, p-u camper, $5000 obo. E-mail cafeamorcafe@gmail.com AWESOME! ‘82 FORD MOTORHOME: A/C, fridge, stove, bathroom, cruise, fully restored, runs great. $$$$ talks. 505-2320/354-9097 1995 OKANAGAN 105W CAMPER. Very nice condition. $8500.00 obo. Grand Forks. 250-442-9868.
Personals
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Pets & Livestock
15” SIMCO SADDLE. Great for trails or training. $300 obo. 352-2229. SALTWATER FISH/REEF ENTHUSIASTS: Interested in sharing experiences, frags, possible club? Email saltyfish@shaw.ca 304-3535. TRAINED DOG: English Terrier Shitsu for sale, $150. 229-4102.
Prof. Services
MONUMENTAL STONE WORKS Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and rehighlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 354-0988. AFFORDABLE CHAIR RENTAL AVAILABLE April 1 for experienced stylist. Call Svet at Front Street Hair Studio 354-1202. DRAFTING SERVICES, RESIDENTIAL DESIGNS “Concept to Construction” 250-359-6997. DOMESTIC DIVAS is here with quality insured services. Animal care, Artwork, Baking, Bodywork, Catering, Childcare, Construction, Clean-up, Deliveries, Errands, Housecleaning, Home organizing, Landscaping, Painting, Reception, Sewing repairs, Tile setting & design, Yard clean-up. Call 505-4691.
Services
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Sports Equipment
2006 GIANT GLORY, perfect condition, new $5500, very low hours, $2500. Fred 505-5264. 4 MOUNTAIN BIKES. 2 adult, 2 kids (6-10). Clean, working. $50 each. Call 505-9381. 2005 DAVINCI CHILLI PEPPER full suspension disc brakes, $1000 obo. E-mail cafeamorcafe@gmail.com SKIS FOR SALE! Rossignol Bandit B83 176cm + Axial 120 Bindings. Used 10 times. $500. 505-3987. RIDE TIMELESS SNOWBOARD 58, in good condition, all blue, $300. 354-1865. VOILE SWITCHBACK TELE BINDINGS 2007/2008. New in box never mounted. $250. Lightest on market. 551-5683. 165 PRIOR SPLITBOARD W/SKINS and binding hardware. Barely used. $800 obo. Call Mike, 354-3915.
Travel
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Work Wanted
CAN YOU DIG IT? ...I can! One hard working woman looking to help make your garden spring clean up a breeze, experienced in gardening & property maintenance... call Eryn @ 352-2915.
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Shared Accom.
PREFAB HOMES DISCOUNTED 50%+!! Green-r-panel building systems sub-prime mortgage disaster order cancellations. 1260sq.ft. Pre-engineered package originally $29,950.00, blowout $14,975.00!!! Other sizes - sacrifice prices! Since 1980/BBB. 1-800-871-7089. Spring delivery available!
1979 12x68 2 BDRM MOBILE, handyman special, must be moved soon, $2500. 505-2925. http://www.photosandstuff.info/mobile/mobiler.htm 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH well maintained home just outside of Salmo. Clean, tidy, nothing to do but move in! Only $194,500 Trevor@NelsonRealty. ca 354-8409 0.944 HECTARES/2.33 ACRES: Argenta, treed, sunny, easy road access, nearby hydro, $95,000. 3544028. LOWER FAIRVIEW 2/3 BEDROOM, 1200 sq foot character home, 1 block from Lakeside Park. Fully renovated, new electrical, updated plumbing, new appliances, new kitchen, claw foot tub, new Hardi plank siding, new roof. Immediate possession. Open house March 9th 2-4, March 15th 2-4. $337,000 Accepting offers march 17th. 407 Kokanee St. 352-5663.
LOWER FAIRVIEW, 3 BEDROOM, upper duplex, $1200/month. Available April 1. References, application. NS// NP. 352-6966. LARGE TWO BEDROOM SUITE, fifteen minutes West, sunny, W/D, pets considered, utilities included. $800/ month. 250-359-7670. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Executive Home in Uphill. Fantastic views. Mature long-term tenants only. No smoking, NO pets. $1400/month Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 352-2100
REASONABLE, LOVELY RENTAL. Balfour/Kaslo area. Mature woman, two respectful cats. Kathleen 229-4286 1 BEDROOM TRAILER OR CABIN, Nelson/North Shore up tp 6-mile. Kitchen, bathroom, yard. Ananda 229-2102. SINGLE APARTMENT OR SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS in Nelson area for clean, quiet, man & his dog. 352-5781
FURNISHED ROOM TO RENT by week/month. N/S, N/D, N/P. Responsible adult only. Security req. 304-7806. BEAUTIFUL, HAVE TO SHARE: Looking for a clean, quiet, awesome, roommate. $500 per month, shared utilities. Lucky person will have a very spacious room with lake view. No smoking, no pets. 505-1192. ROOMMATE WANTED: $475/mo includes utilities. Must be clean, quiet, NP, preferably working person. Phone 505-5452. BIG BRIGHT ROOM in amazing rustic house 12 kms from Nelson. $450/ mo. Immediately. 352-7303. ROOM @ 1 MILE available April 1st. Lakefront, great view. Call Sarah, 505-4559.
FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED: Large, bright home in sunny Uphill. Share main floor with me & my teenage son. N/S, N/P. $600/month or $200/week. 354-4580
Homes For Rent
GRAND OKANAGAN Resort Kelowna time share sell or trade or one week rental, May 18-25 for 1/2 price, Dayton Ross 250-764-2936.
Real Estate
BLEWETT, 2 ACRES ON EAGLE CREEK, lake view, building ready, serviced mobile, septic, well. $275,000. 229-2243 THINKING OF SELLING? Get a FREE, no obligation market evaluation of your home. Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 CHARACTER FAIRVIEW HOME. 3 bedrooms & one bedroom in-law suite, gardens, workshop, sun porch, $385,000. 352-0412. 3 BEDROOMS, 1 1/2 BATHROOMS, recently renovated kitchen, new appliances. Built in 1995, approximately 1500 sq ft. Within city limits. Fenced yard. $289,000. Phone 352-6873. BLEWETT: 2 ACRES, ON EAGLE CREEK, well & septic complete, 2 bdrm. mobile, building site; $275,000. 229-2243.
Rentals FULLY CONTAINED ONE BEDROOM SUITE available April- June. 5 min. to Nelson $950. all inclusive. 354-4485. SHARED HOUSE FOR MATURE, clean, compatible roomies: April. $500 private bathroom, $550+ large attic. 352-3319. 3 BEDROOM, 1500 SQ. FT., w/d, deep freeze, spacious, clean. NP/NS. Looking for long-term, friendly tenants. References preferred. $1250/ month. 778-834-1493. 505 West Innes Street.
Rentals Wanted
RESPONSIBLE WOMAN W/2 OUTDOOR CATS needs small cabin/ home in Nelson. References available. 604-741-8111. YOUNG, HARDWORKING, RESPONSIBLE COUPLE looking for a 2+ home for April. Please contact Laurel at 307-7704. DESPERATE MOTHER OF 1 SEEKING 1 or 2 brdm house/mobile home/apt. Reasonable rent please. 352-1621. Needed ASAP. COUPLE NEEDING LONG TERM REASONABLE RENTAL between April and June, Slocan Valley. Please contact lippylucillie@hotmail.com QUIET, RESPONSIBLE PERSON WITH CAT, car & job wanting affordable place for long term. Jan 825-4178. YOUNG MARRIED COUPLE SEEKS bright 1+ bdrm apt. in Nelson for April 1st, 2008. Great references & secure finances! thefifthharmonic@gmail. com 354-4051.
Shared Accom.
1 BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM in large shared home. Available for clean, quiet person. 352-2051. LUXURY APARTMENT: Master bedroom, ensuite bath, central W/D. N/S, N/P, utilities, internet. Female, May 1. 1-800-611-5788.
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