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VOLUME 20, NUMBER 27
INSIDE Cavalcade route Annual parade for high school grads set to roll through town this Saturday. PAGE 4
The Express is read everywhere, even on the summit of Mount Everest. Tim Rippel reached the top of Everest on Wednesday, May 21. After this photo was taken, the Nelson man was faced with several challenges including a delirious client who had to be rescued off the mountain. Despite the challenges Rippel and all his clients came down the mountain safely. Rippel is expected back in Nelson in June.
Goose droppings Nelson Youth Soccer Association takes fight against geese to a new level. PAGE 3
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Rippel summits Everest Delirium and a rock thrown at his head challenge Nelson man’s climb up world’s highest mountain by Chris Shepherd
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As if climbing the world’s highest mountain wasn’t enough, Tim Rippel had to contend with injured climbers and even a rock hurled at his head during his expedition on Mount Everest. Tim is the co-owner of Peak Freaks, a mountain guiding company based in Nelson, and his wife, Becky, still here in Nelson, has been slowly getting details about the trip, and they’re not necessarily comforting. Tim made the summit of Mount Everest at 2 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21. That in itself is news worthy. This was his seventh attempt. His earlier tries were foiled by injuries (he retore a ligament in his leg on one climb) or by hav-
ing to rescue climbers off the world’s highest mountain. But this year’s climb went smoothly and Tim made the 8,850 metre (29,035 foot) summit. It was during the climb down that problems began. Sultan Al Ismaili – one of Tim’s clients and the first climber from Oman to attempt Everest – became dehydrated and developed cerebral edema (swelling of the brain). Communicating by satellite phone from Everest, Tim told Becky he was going to have a sleeping bag and stove brought to where they were, at roughly 8,230 metres (27,000 feet). Sleeping at that height is dangerous and Becky was scared of the idea of her husband staying at that altitude, known as the zone of death because
Other challenges on Mt. Everest • On the way down, Tim helped a Korean climber from another expedition tangled up in ropes. • A second client of Tim’s became snow blind and had to be guided down. • The expedition was delayed because the Nepalese government bent to pressure from the Chinese to close access to Mt. Everest. China had a team take the Olympic flame to the summit and did not want any protests to happen until after their group reached the top. climbers have to use bottled oxygen to ensure survival. Tim said he wouldn’t sleep up there, Becky says, but she was worried because his oxygen had just run out. Then the satellite phone lost its signal. “That was the most horrible 12 hours of my life,” Becky recalls. Tim spent 38 hours with Al Ismaili, much of it without oxygen, Becky
says. “It was amazing. Nobody had heard of it.” On Friday, May 23, Becky got word that Tim and Al Ismaili were safe and on their way down Everest to join the rest of the expedition. It wasn’t until later that Becky learned Al Ismaili had become delirious and had attacked Tim on the mountain. He threw a rock at
Tim and it bounced off his head, Becky said. Had Tim lost his balance he actually could have fallen off Everest. The delirious Al Ismaili also kicked at Tim, ripping the Nelson man’s winter gear with his crampons (metal spikes climbers strap to their boots to aid climbing over snow and ice). Tim eventually had to tie Al Ismaili up, Becky says, and the sick climber was lowered down part of the mountain by ropes. All these details have been coming to Becky piecemeal from Nepal. Some of the other expedition members – there were nine in total – have written details on blogs and she asked Tim for details when they spoke next. “‘I haven’t told you everything,’ was his answer.”
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Briefly Mallard’s specializes in running
Mallards Source for Sports has moved to provide running equipment for the beginner to the most experienced runners. As of May, Mallard’s Source for Sports, 532 Baker St., is the running specialize store of the Kootenays with award winning running shoes from 2007. They carry a wide variety of running shoes and apparel from all the big brands like Adidas, Asics, Mizuno, New Balance and Nike. So you’re guaranteed to find
the right fit. Currently they are featuring the Nike Air Pegasus which was awarded “Best Shoe of 2007” by the global editors of Runner’s World magazine. Mallard’s staff know that not every person has the same foot type so they are constantly searching for new shoe companies to fit those needs. For those who need a little extra arch support, they carry a wide selection of Superfeet premium insoles, designed to provide stability and shock absorption for running and high impact activities.
Kyla Jakovickas with one of her custom floral creations. Jakovickas is the manager and designer
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A passion for flowers Bella Flora brings exotic, unique flowers to Baker Street by Chris Shepherd People looking to say it with flowers now have to go just as far as Baker Street. Jakovickas has several local suppliers of flowers and she’ll even stop to collect her own. “I’m often seen in ditches getting flowers,” she says with a laugh. Bella Flora opened up in the back of Natural Way Home, 535 Baker St., a month ago and offers custom floral arrangements or lets people create their own. Jakovickas works at the
store Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the rest of the staff at Natural Way Home are available to help the other days. Many of the flowers are kept out in the main store, Jakovickas says, to let customers look, smell and touch them. For people who aren’t comfortable putting flowers together, she can help people determine what would be best suited to the occasion and the person. At the moment, Bella Flora offers flowers, but will soon expand into cus-
tomized gift baskets, herb planters and unique foliage planters. This isn’t Jakovickas’s first time working in the flower business in Nelson. She and her sister, Molly, used to run Two Sisters Floral Design. That business faded away when the sisters left Nelson, but on Jakovickas’s return she was back in the business, doing weddings and special events. She then took the helm of the floral section of Natural Way Home, a section owners Cory Gordon and Sita Mukerji wanted
to expand within their gift shop. Bella Flora’s flowers come from local suppliers and the Lower Mainland. As mentioned, Jakovickas isn’t above getting an attractive flower from a Kootenay ditch, and she encourages people with flowering trees or interesting bushes to come see her. “We’re interested in getting something cool and local.” Jakovickas can be reached at 352-2980 and more information can be found at www.naturalwayhome.com.
Where is the report on Nelson’s downtown? This column rarely fair city pales in gets political, however, comparison when it would appear that we have more the entries over the resources – parlast two weeks have ticularly when Port Money Honey garnered a fair amount Townsend’s tourof public opinion. ist season encomThe general consenpasses the summer sus, and this is purely months and ours editorial, is that our is arguably year city is not doing much round. In addition, of anything to attract Port Townsend and nurture a thriving is host to roughly Joyce Jackson tourist trade. 12 annual events A number of resiwhereas Nelson dents have been to Port can count its annual Townsend, Washington events on one hand and have added their sentiments to and still have four fingers left over. the positive list of attributes that It is thanks to the Road Kings city possesses over our own. Queen City Cruise that a fabulous Due to the startling similarities event that adults and children alike between the two cities, it is hard can enjoy every year is brought to for locals to understand why our Nelson’s downtown core. This event
is growing in size and now attracts visitors from all over Western Canada and the U.S. Many business owners have also asked what happened to the Roger Brooks report. It was a valuable blueprint that cost several thousands of dollars to create but it now seems like Jimmy Hoffa is reading it, in copious detail. Where is it and why is no one using it? Now that summer is looming, we will experience more of the same frustrations from our visitors as in previous years. Lack of easily accessible public washrooms that are open for extended hours is a serious issue, and it is unacceptable to have the city leave this to business owners to figure out. The care, health and longevity of our downtown core need to be election issues.
Joyce Jackson is the owner of Lonnie’s for Her and Him and an executive member of the Nelson Business Association.
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NYSA cleans up fields Nelson Youth Soccer Association to buy goose-feces-sweeping machine to clean up soccer fields by Chris Shepherd The Nelson Youth Soccer Association is putting its collective foot down (and watching where it does so) and taking the problem of goose droppings into its own hands, figuratively. The soccer association has ordered a Naturesweep field cleaner to deal with the mess Canada geese leave behind on the lakeside soccer fields. “It’s messy if you do a slide tackle into one pile,” says Sharon Cooke, administrator for the Nelson Youth Soccer Association. Right now, Julien Cormier, the association’s operations manager picks up the worst of the mess with a garbage picker. He’s filled a five gallon bucket just clearing a small corner for the tots soccer and that doesn’t put a dent into the worst
The offending Canadian geese on the soccer pitch.
of the problem. The Naturesweep will free up a lot of time for
Cormier and make the fields much cleaner. Cormier and Cooke
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hope that will make the fields more pleasant for players, parents and
coaches, who have all voiced concerns about the goose feces. The soccer association is now looking for a machine with 30 horse power to pull the $10,000 machine, and they also need a shed to house it. While the soccer players work on cleaning the fields, City staff have yet to find a solution to the geese themselves. In a presentation to council on Monday, May 26, Peter Hartridge, director of operations, told councillors staff have “used just about every deterrent out there.” Egg addling, noise makers, dogs and even culling haven’t made an appreciable dent in Nelson’s Canada goose population. At the Monday meeting, Councillor Robin Cherbo noted some people feed the geese, making a bad problem worse.
No scholarships for straight-A musician Student in various graduation programs inelligible for local scholarships, looking for local help by Chris Shepherd Despite earning straight A’s in her classes, one Nelson student can’t get a scholarhip to help her on her way into a university education and she’s turning to the community for help. Natasha Hall, 18, can’t attend regular school because of violin practice committments (she travels to Calgary every week) and touring across North America to perform. She’s been able to complete her high school edcuation by attending various schools including L.V. Rogers Secondary School, Kootenay Lake Learning Centre and the International School of the Kootenays. The Ministry of Education has just allowed this type of schooling, Hall says. Unfortunately the
Natasha Hall
high school scholarships are run by Nelson’s high school and she is not considered a L.V. Rogers student, leaving her “one of the first students to be caught in a new system.” Hall has to travel to
Calgary so she can train with the conservatory at Mount Royal College where she’s part of the academy program for gifted youth. In a letter of support, Bill van der Sloot, her teacher in Calgary, writes that Hall could already fulfill the requirements for a bachelor of music in performance. In that program Hall studies with visiting artists from around the world, rehearses, performs chamber music and studies theory. “It’s a good place to learn,” the 18-year-old says. “You can’t learn by yourself.” Hall started violin at age seven in Nelson with Wendy Herbison. She’s been playing ever since. Over the years, Hall has performed several times as a soloist with the Selkirk Youth Orchestra and she performed
with the Calgary Civic Symphony after winning the Calgary Concerto Competition. She’s also been a semifinalist at international violin competitions in the United States. Hall says she would like to go to school in the U.S. in Philidelphia, Boston, New York or Chicago. “Ideally I’d like to become a soloist and play with an orchestra.” But before she can do that she has to gather the funds for such an ambitious goal. Being cut off from scholarships hasn’t helped and she’s appealing to the community for help. If somebody would like to help by donating to Hall’s education, they can reach her at natashahall764@gmail. com. As a reward for help,
Hall is offering short performances for benefactors.
Teck spills lead by Chris Shepherd A malfunction at Teck Cominco sent lead and acid into the Columbia River last week and the consequences of the spill are yet to be determined. According to a press release issued by the company, a heat exchanger at the Trail zinc and lead smelting plant failed at on Wednesday, May 28, leading to an acid-lead spill into the Columbia River through a storm sewer. Approximately 950 kilograms of lead in solution was dumped into the river. The refinery was shut down and the provincial Ministry of Environment, Interior Health and City of Trail and Washington state offices were notified. Teck Cominco’s operation is 11 kilometres north of the Canada-U.S. border. A Ministry of Environment press release said it “is unlikely any groundwater wells will be impacted given the dilution of the spill in the spring high-flow conditions.” Tests to determine water quality downstream of the accident are underway and the company is looking into the cause of the incident.
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Briefly Cavalcade route
Saturday, June 7, 4:30 p.m. The L.V. Rogers Secondary School Cavalcade is a well known, long standing tradition that sees the high school’s grad class parade through town, enjoying support from family, friends and the community. The cavalcade will leave the Nelson and District Community Complex, turn right to Front Street, left onto Vernon, along Vernon to Hendryx, and left onto Baker. The parade will go down Baker, turn left onto Kootenay and left at Victoria. The parade will then go left on Josephine to Vernon and then back to the community complex. There will be temporary road closures along the route, which will be monitored by the Nelson City Police and volunteers.
Volunteers needed for 3rd Annual Father’s Day Celebration
Sunday, June 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lakeside Park’s Rotary Pavilion The celebration will feature food, activities and entertainment. Kootenay Kids Society/ The Family Place is looking for parents, grandparents, businesses or local interest groups who would like to help support this event by volunteering before, during or after the event. They also need fresh fruit donations for the day of the event. Phone Rebecca Wheeler at 3526678, ext. 227 for more information.
RDCK doesn’t want school Lack of community interest turns director off using A.I. Collinson building on the North Shore by Chris Shepherd School District 8 is committed to holding onto the A.I. Collinson Elementary School building despite the regional district deciding it doesn’t want to lease the soon-tobe-closed school Al Dawson, director for Area F in the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK), recommended regional district staff stop looking into leasing the North Shore building, but continue looking into making use of the fields, playgrounds and tennis courts. Speaking at the RDCK’s
Saturday, May 24 meeting, Dawson told the directors there wasn’t enough community interest in the project and there was too much needed to be done to bring the building up to the regional district’s standards. A public meeting held a month earlier to gauge interest in leasing the school for a community centre, drew 31 people out of over 1,000, Dawson said. “The message that [turnout] gave to me was there was not a lot of community support.” RDCK building inspectors looked at the building
and saw some “potential big ticket items” in the structure. Bill Reid, superintendent for the school district, said the RDCK’s decision just means the school district will have to look for other tenants. The elementary school closes after this school year due to declining enrolment. Reid says selling the building isn’t an option for the school district. “We don’t want to be school district that, 20 years from now, needs to find room for more students. Land isn’t going to get cheaper.”
Books and babies at the library Research clearly shows the importance of talking, singing, and reading to newborns. Ask any happy, book-loving adult, and you’ll likely find a kid that was read to from the very beginning. The Nelson Municipal Library and Books for BC Babies celebrates the joy of both books and babies through a community-based literacy program that offers a free book bag to every baby born in British Columbia. Inside is a board book and CD with an additional book provided by Nelson Family Literacy. The book-lover-in-training must be less than one year old to receive a Books for BC Babies bag. The Books for BC Babies program aims to create a positive association with books and libraries for babies and their parents. Libraries, in turn, provide parents with an opportunity to learn baby-oriented, language-rich activities
through books, music, and special programs. Parents of newborns do not have to be library patrons to receive a book bag. The library offers Mother Goose story times for infants to toddlers and story times for two- to three-year-olds and three- to five-year-olds. Nelson residents may receive a library card at no charge; for those living outside the City of Nelson, library cards for children are available free of charge through the Province’s Every-Child-aCard program. For more information on BC Books for Babies go to www.books4babies. bclibrary.ca/; for more information on the Nelson Library and its programs, visit www. nelsonlibrary.ca. – submitted
Cats and birds don’t mix well Did you know that domestic cats are the number one cause of song bird fatalities? Cats are natural hunters and they hunt without prejudice. Birds of all sizes are fair game to our feline companions and although cats are skilled hunters there are things we can do to reduce their hunting success. If you have bird feeders, try to place them in areas that are difficult for cats to access, and try to make sure the seeds are not falling onto the
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ground. Even though you may enjoy watching birds in your yard, you may not even realize that it is caus-
ing birds to die. During the winter months, cats often choose not to spend as much time outdoors, so consider feeding birds during the winter rather than the summer. Try to keep your cats inside during the early morning hours and allowing them to go outside in the evening is one way you can help. Placing a motion sensor water sprinkler near feeding areas can scare the cat away, and save a birds life. Cat collars with bells are the most popular,
however it is a good idea to hang more than one bell on the collar as cats are very stealthy. Placing two or more bells makes it more difficult for the cat not to be heard, thus insuring the bird hears the cat. Some people go as far as building outdoor cat enclosures and this not only protects birds but keeps your cat safe from predators as well. If we all made small attempts we can reduce the amounts of birds that die each year.
Keira Coutts has lived in Nelson for 11 years. Her home is hairy. Her truck is muddy. Her business is Central Bark. She shares her life with Romulus, Kalu, Bear, Molly and Fat Bart.
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Opinions & Letters Take used items to charities in other communities if Nelson’s are full
Editorial SD8 is right to hang onto soon-to-be emptied schools At a recent Regional District of Central Kootenay meeting, directors decided not to lease A.I. Collinson Elementary School, a decision that made sense to them given the poor turnout at a community meeting on the issue. School District 8 has been looking for potential users for the school building, which, starting next school year, will no longer be a school. Fortunately for the community, the school district is not considering selling off the building and the land (see story on page 5). As superintendent Bill Reid said, in 20 years there could be an increase in students and the school district wouldn’t be able to afford land and construction expenses to accommodate more students. But holding onto the buildings costs money and the SD8 is right to look for users who can pay for maintenance and upkeep. It’s the nature of schools to be community centres and hopefully any future use will carry on that spirit in some form.
Congratulations grads This weekend marks the annual cavalcade of this year’s high school graduates (see story on page 4). This parade is an excellent opportunity for the grads to celebrate and for the community to celebrate with them. It used to be, 20 or 30 years ago, that young people would get out of Nelson as soon as they could. That’s changed and now they try to stay or, at least, come back after exploring the wider world. The cavalcade is an uniquely Kootenay experience and we wish graduates the best in whatever they pursue.
Fish Heads & Flowers Flowers - To the gentleman who let me buy the last bumble bee pinata! My two year old was thrilled! - A grateful mother Fish Heads - To businesses who falsely accuse honest community members of shoplifting. Your irresponsible accusations are an insult to the business community and its supporters. We are hurt by your judgement. Practice what you preach - Karma is a boomerang Flowers - Many thankful flowers to the special souls who saved us from the cold and unforgiving lake - Warm again
Fish Heads - To guests who come to my house and never make the slightest effort to contribute. I love to entertain, my pocketbook can’t sustain it! - Burnt out hostess Flowers - To the driver who used his signal lights on Baker Street last week when turning a corner! - Couldn’t believe my eyes Fish Heads -To drivers and their passengers who do not look to see that there are no on coming bicycles before throwing their vehicle doors open. -Two shiners Flowers - To neighbours who share garden goodies! - Appreciative
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Dear editor: A friend recently gave me an excellent suggestion. I was beefing about having to store all the stuff I am saving for the thrift stores while they are not accepting donations in Nelson. She said,”If you know you are going to Trail next week, why not take it to a thrift shop there? Some communities may not have the same situation.” I know many Nelsonites travel to Castlegar or Trail for various reasons and since the Nelson thrift stores are often overwhelmed with donations, I think it is a great idea. I found The Salvation Army thrift store in downtown Trail and my donations were readily accepted.
I have checked the Yellow Pages, and the Internet for other thrift stores. I am very surprised to find none in Castlegar, but there are two Salvation Army’s in Trail, as well as a thrift shop in Nakusp, and one in Rossland, in case you are going that way. Remember to throw away, or fix, torn and stained clothes. Make sure all appliances and toys work before donating to charity, although spare game pieces and other parts have been sought after. It can be a grey area. Happy organizing! I hope you find a a way, and enjoy sharing those quality items you no longer need. Stacey McCarty Nelson
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Street Talk What did you want to do when you graduated from high school?
Commentary NAFTA: A blow to Canadian sovereignty Alex Atamanenko is the MP for British Columbia Southern Interior. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) came into effect Jan. 1, 1994. The main argument supporting NAFTA during its creation was the foreseen increase in trade that it would bring. Ten years after its implementation, research has shown that trade has increased dramatically among the three nations. During the first 10 years of its existence total trade between the United States and Canada increased by 110.1 per cent, yet total trade between the United States and non-NAFTA partners increased 123.8 per cent in the same period. Therefore, it can be argued that trade did not necessarily increase because of NAFTA. On NAFTA’s 10th anniversary (2004), researchers in all three countries assessed the agreement’s consequences and found them to be overwhelmingly negative. Despite some continued support for NAFTA, polls in Canada show that citizens see their own country as the loser in NAFTA, and see the United States as the winner. The impact of NAFTA on most of the people in all three countries has been devastat-
ing. The agreement has destroyed more skilled jobs than it has created and has depressed wages on all levels. Socially, it has worsened poverty and inequality, and eroded social programs. The experience of Canadian farmers demonstrates that more trade does not necessarily translate into more prosperity. According to the National Farmers Union, even though since 1988 agriculture exports have almost tripled, farmers’ net income (adjusted for inflation) has fallen by 24 per cent. Furthermore, during that same period, farm debt has doubled, and 16 per cent of Canadian farms have been lost. It is ironic that although Canada exports over 60 per cent of its oil to the U.S., Atlantic Canada’s, Quebec’s and Ontario’s needs are met by importing 45 per cent from Algeria, Saudi Arabia and Iraq and 37 per cent from Norway and Britain. Canada could be self-sufficient in oil and gas, however, our export rules under NAFTA ensure that we continue to provide a cheap flow of fuel to the south. If we want to cut back on exports, the agreement
states that proportionally we have to cut back our domestic consumption. Of the three NAFTA countries, Canada is the only one that does not have a National Energy Policy. Before free trade, Canada had a National Energy Board that ensured that we had a 25 year supply of non-renewable energy prior to exporting our oil and gas. Now, we do not even have a 90 day energy reserve and yet, we continue to supply the U.S. with cheap energy. I do not believe it is an understatement to say that free trade has changed our way of life. In the 1990s the federal government, bowing to pressure under NAFTA to become competitive, made drastic changes to EI eligibility, introduced sever cutbacks to health care and social programs and repealed the Canada Assistance Plan. Since 1980, the medium salary in B.C. has fallen by 11.3 per cent. Clearly something is not right. Major corporations and multinationals are making huge profits while, for the majority of Canadians, life has become more difficult. It is up to all of us to get our country back on track.
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I wanted to become a fireman because they’re heroes. Chad Hauser, Nelson
I wanted to become a veterinarian. I was raised on a farm and I loved the animals. I still do. Joyce McCreight, Nelson
What I wanted to do was travel. At that time I wanted to go to Europe. See Spain and France. Maureen McEwen, Slocan Park
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Stamped out Canada Post’s head office pushes local fundraiser to back room by Chris Shepherd
Rest easy at RCMP station CHRIS SHEPHERD
Jack Fisher, left, is joined by Cpl. Riordan Bellman as he shows off the bench he organized for the RCMP detachment in Nelson. Fisher, the chairman of the West Kootenay/ Boundary Crime Stoppers, saw a need for the bench. There are times when, after hours at the detachment, people may have to wait for a RCMP officer to arrive. Fisher felt they should have something comfortable to sit on. He got Maglio Building Supply to donate the
bench. Fisher is also a member Community Consultive Group, which operates throughout the area covered by the Nelson RCMP. The group of volunteers meet with the RCMP to discuss issues in the rural areas. To volunteer with the consultive group or Crime Stoppers, contact Fisher at (250) 3597306 or by mail at RR1, S3, C39 Crescent Valley, B.C. V0G 1H0.
After sitting in the Nelson Postal Office for years, a local fundraiser for cancer research has been pushed to the back room by a decision from head office. Sharon Kubin said she was shocked when she learned the decorated box students from Rosemont Elementary School put out to collect cancelled stamps had been moved behind the counter at the Nelson post office at the request of the crown corporation’s head office. Kubin, a retired teacher, has been involved with the fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society for over a decade. She’s stayed
involved with school program despite being retired because she likes what it does for the children. “There’s a sickness out there and we talked about how we can do something about it,” Kubin said. The box at the post office was one of the school’s best sources of stamps. “There were thousands and thousands of stamps each year.” The retired teacher said the local post office staff have been very helpful and it was their own decision to keep the box at the post office. The decision to move
the box came after an assessment of the Nelson post office, says Lillian Au, spokesperson for Canada Post. “All our offices are set up so we can carefully display our products and merchandise,” Au said. She noted Canada Post suppports the Canadian Cancer Society through its daffodil stamps. While people can still leave their cancelled stamps at the post office by leaving them with staff, Kubin is worried about the impact on the school’s fundraiser. “We’re never going to get the stamps that we used to. It’s not in the public eye.”
Library fees drop The Nelson Municipal Library has reduced the cost of adult and family memberships for out-of-town borrowers. Adult borrowers will now pay an annual fee of $45 (previously $65) for a library card that offers access to books, films, music, audio books, reference materials, and licensed online resources such as the BC Building Code or Canadian Newsstand. Families will now pay $60 as opposed to the previous fee of $95. Institutions – non-profit groups, or businesses – now pay $100 for an annual card. Charges for seniors (age 65 and over) and local post-secondary students remain the same at $30. Any child or public school student in British Columbia is eligible to borrow materials for his or her own use, with costs covered through the Every-Child-a-Card Provincial program. The BC One-Card offers free, limited access to library materials in any B.C. Library with the presentation of a valid library card from the B.C. resident’s home library. Also new, library users will be issued a colourful library card, sporting the library’s new logo, as well as a library card key tab for patron convenience. This coincides with the launch of the library’s new, userfriendly automated system. Patrons will now be able to reserve and renew books online, receive e-mail notification of overdues and holds, and view their account history, among other great features. Overdue fines under $20 will be waived as the library introduces the new system. – submitted
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Stand for housing in Nelson Saturday, June 7, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Cottonwood Market and at the corner of Ward and Baker Streets A Stand is a peaceful event with participants handing out leaflets explaining the causes of homelessness in B.C. and Canada and asking the public to write to MLAs and MPs about the issue. The Stands are identified by turquoise banners reading
“Stand For Housing” or “Homes For All” and turquoise scarves for the participants. These events have grown province wide and in Nelson, members of the Anglican Church, Evangelical Lutheran Church, and Nelson Cares with other interested citizens will hold a Stand. “High real estate prices make buying or renting a home impos-
sible for some singles, families and seniors in our town. The lack of suitable housing for the mentally ill and treatment centres for the addicted are a disgrace in a province as wealthy as ours. When I heard about this campaign through the Anglican Church, I felt we had to bring it to Nelson,” said Julia Roberts, Stand coordinator. – submitted
Briefly Plants and people: A walking tour
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One of the sturgeon released by the Upper Columbia White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative at Beaver Creek Park, south of Trail, in early May.
Thursday, June 5, 6:30 p.m. starting at the Selkirk College parking lot, Tenth Street Campus On World Environment Day, The Land Conservancy invites the public to join Eileen Pearkes – author of The Inner Green and The Geography of Memory – on a walking tour of the Nelson area to learn about our local native plants and history. This is an event for all ages – families are encouraged to attend and celebrate World Environment Day by learning more about the history of their local ecosystem.
Deadline Extended for CBT Service Awards
The deadline for the Columbia Basin Trust Service Awards for mature students wanting to obtain a post-secondary education at Selkirk College has been extended to Friday, June 27. If you meet the following criteria and have a desire to return to, or begin, a post-secondary education, you may be eligible for a $2,000 award provided by the Columbia Basin Trust through Selkirk College. Applicants must be over the age of 20, have resided in the Columbia Basin area for the past three years and possess verifiable volunteer experience in their community.
The walking presentation is part of The Land Conservancy’s (TLC) Stewardship Series to promote land stewardship throughout the Columbia Basin. “Learning about native plants and being familiar with the history of the land we are situated in plays an important role in land stewardship” says TLC’s Stewardship Advisor Emily Nilsen “Combining ecology and culture is an excellent way to gain a deeper understanding of the land”. Preregistration is encouraged. For more information or to register call (250) 354-7345. Cost is $5, free for TLC members.
For complete guidelines and the application form, contact Pat Henman at (250) 5051324 or visit www.selkirk.ca.
KCDS expands opportunities
The Nelson Measuring Up Committee announces that Kootenay Career Development Society (KCDS) will receive $7,000 in funding to expand employment opportunities for employers and people with disabilities. The Nelson CARES Society is able to provide this grant through 2010 Legacies Now funding. The initiative was endorsed by Nelson city council. KCDS will develop a user-friendly training
package for employers hiring people with disabilities. The package will provide tools to assist employers with developing natural supports and integration on the work site as well as other items including valuable information about community resources and supports. The Nelson CARES Society facilitated the Nelson Measuring Up committee from a broadbased community group of local business people, people with disabilities, educators, seniors and service providers. This group gathered to assess how Nelson measures up when it comes to including citizens with disabilities in all aspects of community life and chose a project to further enhance participation.
The plight of the white sturgeon We are entering the season where lakes and rivers tempt us with their unwavering promise of fresh rejuvenation. Pulled to the edge of water, we swim, boat, fish or simply ponder the lapping shore. Peering into Kootenay Lake, one can spend hours imagining the diversity of life that makes home in the depths below. This is a story about the white sturgeon (Acipenser transmontanus), the largest freshwater fish that lives in our surrounding water systems. The story began 175 million years ago and despite volcanic episodes, flooding and ice ages – has continued to this day. Visibly, the white sturgeon is amazing. With the potential to grow up to six metres and weigh 800 kilograms, this giant fish physically carries the weight of past centuries. Its skin resembles a knight’s armour; rather than typical fish scales, the outside of the white
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sturgeon’s body has five rows of bony plates. However, the white sturgeon is considered endangered; there are only an estimated 1,000 adult sturgeons left in the Upper Columbia. Hydroelectric dams, changes in water quality and flow patterns and human development are all believed to have impacted the sturgeon’s
ability to thrive in its once natural habitat. In 2000, the Upper Columbia White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative was formed. Through research, monitoring, a hatchery program, and education it is possible that the white sturgeon will once again thrive in the Columbia Basin. I encourage you to check http://www. uppercolumbiasturgeon. org” www.uppercolumbiasturgeon.org to learn more about the sturgeon and the initiatives taking place to protect these fish. If you are an angler, please keep in mind that recreational fishing of the white sturgeon is illegal. If you happen to snag a sturgeon on your line, break the line immediately to avoid further harm. For more ways on how to avoid negatively impacting the sturgeon population The White Sturgeon Angler Awareness Program is in place. Contact us for more information.
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.
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Soccer Saturday at Lakeside In the photo at left, Lauren Bayoff, from Nelson’s RHC U11 team, in the on the right, battles with Hannah Enns from the Kaslo Jazz during a game on Saturday, May 31 at Lakeside Park. Above, Nelson’s goalie stops a Kaslo push for the net. Kaslo eventually took the game in a 4-3 decision. CHRIS SHEPHERD
Setting it straight
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A website was incorrectly reported in the story “Conference bears fruit” in the Wednesday, May 7 issue of the Express.
Cycling race closer to reality
The proper address for the new website created after the Future of Food in the Kootenays conference is www.futureoffood.ca.
The Intermountain International Bicycle Racing Association (IIBRA) announced that after completing a review of all race applications submitted for the 2009 season, the Events Committee of the Canadian Cycling Association has granted a conditional pre-selection endorsement to the Union Cycliste Internationale Continental Circuit (Americas) International Race planned by the IIBRA for the Kootenay region in May 2009. The event will appear on the 2009 Canadian National Calendar following proof of technical competence by the Kootenay-based delegation at this year’s Tour de Beauce in June. Race management at the Tour de Beauce will provide first-hand training opportunities. Organizers say the proposed race will impact municipalities (Rossland, Trail, Fruitvale, Castlegar, New Denver) and rural areas of the RDCK and KBRD, increase and diversify sport-tourism revenues, create full-time employment, and advance the sport of high-performance road racing.
Nelson Freeride Camps 2008
Following up on a successful bike camp last year, Joe Schwartz and the Nelson Freeride Camps are offering an expanded schedule of camps for this season. There will be two weekends of kids freeride camps: one on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22; and Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29. New for this year is an adult weekend on Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15. These camps are your chance to get out and ride with the pros. Work on techniques or learn some new skills, do unlimited shuttles, and have a lot fun. There are plenty of draw prizes as well. Registration is at Gericks Cycle and Sacred Ride, cost for a weekend camp is $195. For more information, contact Joe Schwartz at schwartzy@konaworld. com or 551-7433.
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Take your mark for the run Third annual Express run goes this weekend along the lakefront by Chris Shepherd For the third year running, the Kootenay Express 6K and 10K Fun Run/Walk will take to Nelson’s streets and walkways. The third annual run starts at 9 a.m. on Sunday, June 8 from Lakeside Park. “The purpose of the runs is to support fitness in the community,” says Nelson Becker, publisher of the Express. To that end, money raised from this run and the previous two will be used to purchase fitness equipment that will be available for the public to use. Exactly what equipment has yet to be decided, but
an example of what’s being considered is fitness equipment – like stairs for people to do step-ups and a chin-up bar – along Nelson’s waterfront. There’s a $35 entry fee for the run, which features computerized timing this year, utilizing electronic chips attached to the participant’s shoe. Under the new system, results will be ready within 15 minutes of finishing. Complete results will be published in the Wednesday, June 18 Express. The entry fee also gets participants a “spectacular” T-shirt and a B.C. Athletics membership. New this year is a Sprout Sprint for children and their care givers, organized by the West
Grandparents and childcare My question was, “Did someone declare a Grandparents’ Day, and I missed it?” This thought was triggered by the spring/ summer 2008 issue of the West Kootenay Family magazine, which features grandparents who provide childcare for their grandkids. Helen Lutz, an editorial staff member, says the magazine’s focus on grandparents as caregivers occurred because staff research found an increasing number of seniors taking on the role as a result of the decreased numbers of daycare centres. There have been grandparents taking care of the grandkids while mother worked since mothers found it financially necessary to work. However, in recent years the need for a two-person income for many families increased. Daycare centres, often with professionally-trained caregivers, became the standard way of meeting the need for a safe, supervised location for the younger children. Recently, both federal and provincial governments have decreased or removed subsidies for a range of social programs. Many daycare centres have been among the casualties and many grandparents have stepped in to fill the void. Hence the magazine’s focus. Articles such as “Great Things To Do
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With Grandparents” speak directly to regular childcare providers, while “Super Grandparents” features some area grandparents who provide regular care for grandkids. “Grandparents and Grandchildren Staying Connected” relates to the long-distance kin connection. According to Lutz, reader response has been high. Carol Wohlgemuth, a grandmother, related a somewhat unusual story. Carol doesn’t receive an old age pension yet, but she meets the criteria for seniors’ benefits in some locations. She recently spent three months in Barriere with her six-year-old granddaughter, Roselie. Her son, Wayne, a paramedic with the Canadian Armed Forces, is on a tour of duty in Afghanistan. Daughterin-law Bubua returned to the Gilbert Islands with preschoolers William and Karia. Like many other grandparents, Carol answered that special call of duty.
This column intends to publicize agencies that support seniors’ activities, the lifestyle of interesting seniors, and topics of interest to seniors and those who care about seniors. As well, we – the column and I – will express opinion related to the things, both naughty and nice, that governments and their agencies do to and for seniors. Those opinions will be mine, and not necessarily those of the Express.
Kootenay Success By 6. That runs from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Yoga instructors from Shanti Yoga will help participants get ready, starting at 8:30 a.m. near the registration table in Lakeside Park. There are several options to register for the run. People can do so at the Express office at 554 Ward St. during regular hours (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday) and during special hours on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Runners and walkers can also go online at www. expressnews.ca to register. Online registration closes on Thursday, June 5 at midnight. They can also register on the morning of the run starting at 7:30 a.m.
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Localized insanity
A night of dance, drum and song
Loco Phantasmo explores insanity with original play and music at the Livingroom Theatre by Chris Shepherd
Wednesday through Sunday, starting June 11 until June 28, 8 p.m. at the Livingroom Theatre, (351 Baker St., alley entrance behind Hipperson’s) It all started in the heads of a few and now it’s out for all to see: Loco Phantasmo, a dark comedy that looks at the relationship between artists and insanity. Directed by Nicola Harwood and the product of input from Bessie Wapp, Michael Graham, Lisel Forst and Brahm Taylor, Loco Phantasmo tells the story of Beth, a 39-year-old street performer, and her new boyfriend, Cody, a punk musician. While it looks like they might start a family, Beth’s father, a manic-depressive artist, decides to go off is meds to pursue his art. Work on Loco began in January this year, but it traces its madness further back to conversations Wapp and Harwood had about Wapp’s biological father, who thought Canadian singer Anne Murray was his spiritual wife. Those talks showed there was plenty to say about artistry (Wapp’s biological father is an artist) and Graham’s character, the father, exhibits that relationship with his manic-depressive illness. It’s when Graham’s character decides to go off his medication in search of the inspiration that comes with a manic phase, that the story spirals into the madness, humour and tragedy inherent in the topic. Creating Loco has been a crazy experience in itself. The final scene just coalesced a few weeks ago and Harwood
Saturday, June 7 at the Capitol Theatre Nelson audiences will be privy to a fabulous evening of aqueous movement, soulful song and West African drumming and dance. The evening boasts three diverse and divine performances: Jennifyre, the director of Trillium School of Dance, unveils her students’s talents in their spring recital entitled Water. The performance was created in part to cultivate an awareness and appreciation of water and to use the medium of dance as a form of peaceful activism to oppose the privatization and logging of water-
sheds. Gemma Luna presents her Soulvoice Vocal Improv Orchestra. Soulvoice is a space where melody, rhythm and spirit joyfully interact. The result is refreshingly spontaneous and original. The orchestra is made up of 12 people most of whom are performing for their first time. The earthy sounds and primal rhythms of West Africa are brought to the audience through the dynamic collaboration that is Malicounda Dance Company. Artistic director Louise Raymond specializes in dance and music education. Tickets are $10. Proceeds go to water protection. Call (250)359-2288 for more information.
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Starting clockwise from the back left, Brahm Taylor, Lisel Forst, Michael Graham and Bessie Wapp explore the light and dark sides of insanity.
is effusive in her praise of the actors and set designer Patrick Thompson and stage manager Terry Brennan. The play also features an original score by Don MacDonald, a process
that Harwood says has produced an “unforseen piece of artistry.” MacDonald’s music accompanies the original songs created for Loco. Creating the play has had its ups and downs,
its manic and depressive moments because they’re creating the story and the elements as they go. “The ground isn’t as solid as when you’ve got a set script,” Harwood says.
Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at the Spiritbar The Freestylers are the dancefloor sensation of the new millennium, a fast moving, electro-rocking monster movie that is going to hit your house like a tidal wave, and wash all your preconceptions out of the door. On record, too, the Freestylers attack your feet first, as the world discovered when the band’s first album, We Rock Hard, hit the rocks. Freestylers producers Aston Harvey and Matt
Cantor got together in 1993, through talking about the music they were into — electro, breakbeats, Afrika Bambaataa and the whole old school hip hop culture. Like Matt says, “we plunder samples like no man’s business.” “We’re into really instant music,” says Aston. “Too many dance artists are making jazz albums, because they feel it’s the mature thing to do.” Opening sets by Bryx and DJ B with Justin Pleasure. Tickets at Hemp & Co.
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A Beautiful View
Thursday, June 12 to Saturday, June 14, 8 p.m. at the TNT Playhouse (at the corner of Ward and Carbonate streets) A Beautiful View is a humorous play about redefining relationships. It weaves in and out of the past and present balancing stress and laughter, friendship and romance, lies and wishful thinking. “This play is for anyone who can understand the sweet humour and tragedy of important relationships,” says Vanessa Runions While this play has a mature undertone, it is fit for a diverse audience. “We were drawn to this play because it shows the ambiguities of a romance between two women without making the relationship clichéd or stereotyped,” says Sarah McCorkindale. “And it made us laugh out loud the first time we read it and continues to,” adds Carolyn
Gingrich. A Beautiful View will be performed by McCorkindale and Carolyn Gingrich. Tickets are $12 at Eddy Music, or $15 at the door. For more info, write abeautifulview2008@live. com.
Mr. Feeley and the Touch
Friday, June 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre, 608 Lake St. Local rockers Mr. Feeley and the Touch will share a night with the funky sound of Hammerhead. Mr. Feeley’s latest CD Sinking Ships will be available at the show as well as CD Plus and Packrat Annie’s in Nelson. This all-ages event will feature the winner of last week’s battle of the bands as the opening act. Cover is $5. Visit www. mrfeeleyandthetouch. com for more info.
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Thursday June 5 at the Spiritbar This will be a sure-fire night of high-energy, wildly diverse music and no-holds barred dancing for a good cause. With all proceeds going directly to the Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skate Park Society, the CREAM series of events, happening the first Thursday of every month at Spiritbar,
Macro Automata: Art opening and party
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Saturday, June 7, 8 p.m. at the Cocoa-Nut Lounge, 116 Vernon St. Mandy Lynn Ebel and Alex Scott will perform their original acoustic songs at Nelson’s newest, and coziest coffee House in town. Mandy Lynn’s unique, sultry vocals carry traits similar to Morcheeba, Sheryl Crow, Sarah Vaughn and Christina Aguliera. She sets a
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rocky, ambient mood through her enticing rhythms and chords, however the best of all genres are reflected in her playing. Her thought provoking lyrics won’t leave you empty handed on your way out either. Between sets, Alex Scott will be sure to keep your attention, with her beautiful raw vocals and unique acoustic writing. Call 551-0314 for more information. Music is by donation.
Saturday, June 7, 7 p.m. at The Factory, 303 Vernon St. (next to the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences) Surrealist painter Kelly Shpeley and macro photographer Roland E. Derksen mount their first ever joint exhibition of new works. Roland’s work brings a sumptuous pallet of natures beauty. While offering pro portfolio shooting for art-
continues to offer the best of local musicians and DJs supporting a variety of community-based charitable organizations. This, the third in the series, will feature local favourite, DJ Hoola playing some of his own original production along with a mix of Funk, Dub-Step and electro. Cyphanex will also be unveiling some new, speaker
ists, actors and musicians Roland’s prints offer a wondrous glimpse into the minutiae of the natural world. Kelly’s stimulating surrealist paintings have been exhibited locally, as well as abroad. They explore very playful multi-media space themes that many will enjoy and using rich cross media techniques. Music will be provided by DJ Vadim (house), DJ Goadave (trance), and DJ Noah (drum and bass).
rattling tracks from their upcoming release entitled 21 Bumpstreet: Zombie Edition. Mr. Smith and Dexter continue set dance floors on fire with their heavy, bass-driven beats and original re-edits and DJ Bryx continues to combine crowdpleasing tracks with mind-blowing turntablism. Doors open at 10 p.m.
Family carnival
Sunday, June 8, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Old Schoolhouse, across from the Dam Inn Wee Ones Daycare and The South Slocan and Area Childcare Society invites your family to their annual Family Carnival and International Food and Bake Sale. Does your mouth water for international delicacies like foccacia bread, black forest cake, spano-
kapita and borscht? What about carnival games to test your aim? Proceeds from this year’s event will be used for playground repairs, rebuilding the playground’s almost life size pirate ship sand box, replacing parts on the famous Wee Ones hillside slide and purchasing new outdoor toys. Wee Ones is a licensed group daycare with a nursery school program.
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Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14, 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 21, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Consider the average fitness class: sweat, pounding music and a hot fitness instructor. Now add the spirit of a tiny Japanese grandmother who passed on to the next life years before and we have the contemporary dance theatre piece KESSA. The flashy instructor is drawn to the labyrinth of memory where his grandmother resides and dares to dance the border between The
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Here and The Beyond, taking his fitness class with him. This Ichigo-Ichieh Dance Company production of KESSA is created
and choreographed by Hiromoto Ida and performed by Ida and cast members Dagmar Galt, Celesttina Hart, Heather Hutchinson, Maya Ida,
Stephanie Judy and Tsuneko “Koko� Kokubo. Tickets are $20 for adults, $16 for seniors and students at the Capitol Theatre, 352-6363.
Dynamic duo Hank Pine and Lily Fawn had the audience fawning over them at the Spiritbar on Saturday, May 31 and pining for a return when they called it a night. The rock duo brought an eccentric mix of rock and snake-oil charm to the stage.
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What is the meaning of Bill C-51? This seems to be the question of the day. Bill C-51 is creating quite a stir all across the nation. This bill has already passed its first reading and yet many are still trying to grasp its implications. Bill C-51 is a proposed piece of legislation that suggests significant changes to the current Food and Drugs Act. These changes are expected to have wideranging implications for all Canadians in their use of any natural health products. “Health products” are defined quite broadly in this bill and include all forms of “therapeutic substances” ranging from garlic to homeopathic remedies, to raw herbal formulas and tinctures etc. It is essential that anyone using alternative forms of medical treatment or any natural health products, whether by prescription or autonomous choice, educate themselves on this Bill in order to participate in deciding what our government’s role should
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be in intervening into personal health choices. Our rights and freedoms are only at risk when we choose not to use our voices to express how we want our government to protect and represent us. This being said, our voices are not heard when we express ourselves with anger. If, after becoming educated about Bill C-51, you feel that it infringes on your rights and freedoms, then it is important to use your voice in a clear and meaningful way. The bill itself can be read at http://www2.parl. gc.ca/HousePublications/ P u b l i c a t i o n . aspx?DocId=3398126. If any of the proposed regulations about natu-
Kate Butt is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She treats a variety of conditions and has special interests in women’s health, peri-natal care, chronic pain, and sports injuries. The information used in the Exploring Health column is for education only. It is important to consult a health care provider about your specific health concerns. For questions or information please contact truebalance.kate@gmail.com or call (250) 551 5283.
ral health products and choices will effect you in any way then please get involved by telling other people about the bill, contacting your local MP or MLA, calling Prime Minister Stephen Harper at (613) 992-4211 and (403) 253-7990, calling Health Minister Tony Clement at (613) 944-7440 and (705) 746-9053, writing letters to Parliament (no postage required) at: House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A OA6. The Kootenay Coop is handing out free letters to be signed and posted. Please read them first to make sure they align with your beliefs and then take action.
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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 Sandra Mason, RAC ............................................... 551-0110 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................ 352-9890
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Art Therapy
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Astrology
Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings ........... 352-2455
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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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A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports ...229-4424 Armonia Soma Massage, Hot stones & Swedish Massage354-7553 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 Yoga .352-7703
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Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Eleos Centre, 711 10th St With so much personally and financially invested in a marriage, one could say that all marriages could use a little ‘renovation’ at some point. While Nelson councillor Rob Rolleman from Eleos Centre sees many issues that get in the way of a healthy marriage, there are many core issues that seem to be common problems in many marriages. Even for marriages
that seem OK on the surface, unhealthy patterns in a relationship often do not surface until a personal crisis arises. As a result, even a good marriage can be made better, when a couple is given the right ‘tools’ deal with these issues before a crisis occurs. Topics covered will include: building blocks for a healthy marriage, effective communication, conflict resolution, ‘renovating’ your marriage. The cost per couple is $65 which includes materials and lunch. For more information, or to register, phone 352-0300.
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Announcements NELSON COMMUNITY OPERA auditions. Singers interested in a solo role or in joining the chorus for the November 2008 NCO production of Gluck’s Orfeo and Euridice, are invited to audition on Saturday, June 14. For more information and to schedule an audition time call Kathleen at 354-1610
Art WEST KOOTENAY CALENDAR PHOTO CONTEST. Entry deadline, June 6. Applications otterbooksinc@yahoo.ca or Otter Books, 398 Baker. CREATE WITH WOOL Workshop! Needlefelting FairyTale Characters! Wed. June 11, 6-8:30pm at CCRR ToyLending Library, 508 Lake St. Please pre-register with Brandy. 352-2025 MARKET FEST 2008. Nelson’s evening market Fridays, July 4, July 25 & August 22, 6:30pm-11:00pm. We block off the street to host a festival of music, dance, celebration and wonderful market wares. We are seeking vendors, entertainers, and volunteers. Contact Rose, rmleong@telus. net, 825-4034. Entertainers contact John, johnalton1@yahoo.com, 3541909. Hosted by the West Kootenay EcoSociety. www.ecosociety.ca A.I. COLLINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FA R E W E L L CELEBRATION: Thurs. June 19/08, 5:30-8:30 p.m. All former A.I. Collinson families, friends and staff are invited to attend. A community potluck begins at 5:30 p.m., bring your favourite dish to share, beverages and cake provided. Cake cutting ceremony at 7 p.m. Live music, children activities throughout the evening, take a walk down memory lane with A.I. Collinson. If you have any stories or pictures to share please forward to: A.I. Collinson Elementary School 2780 Hwy. 31 N. Nelson, B.C. V1L 6L6 825-9588 email: tmontpellier@sd8.bc.ca.
Business Opportunities THE UPS STORE® - franchise opportunity available. Join Canada’s largest network of neighbourhood business service centres. To learn more visit www.theupsstore.ca or call 1-800-661-6232. WORK AT HOME ONLINE - Start a real home-based business. Work when you want. Apply online and start today! www.wfhbc.com. TRAVEL CONSULTANT, from your personal computer at home. Worldwide market, resorts - cruises - airfare, large commissions, tax deductible holidays, full training. Communication skills a must; www. holiday4life.com. LOOSE LEAF TEA business for sale. Nelson tea company. Stock, displays, contacts. Great opportunity. Priced to sell. Email for more details TDK6519@yahoo.ca THE PARLOUR HERITAGE SALON. Reasonable chair rentals, 2 available. 352-0007.
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PEMBERTON MUSIC FEST, July 2527 carpool; share costs in my vehicle or yours. peterkintoff@hotmail.com, 362-7713.
WEEKLY LIFE-ENHANCING C O M P A S S I O N A T E COMMUNICATION GROUP. Practice expressing / empathizing with feelings & needs. 352-0684 or 226-7311. APARTMENT/CONDO Manager Course. Certified home-study training. 40 jobs currently registered! Thousands of grads working. Government registered. 29 years of success. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.
USED WOOD SIDING. 825-0191 after 5 p.m. ROCKS, all shapes and sizes. 3526762.
CRESCENT VALLEY YOUTH CENTRE IS HIRING youth workers. Shifts are Fridays & Saturdays, 7-11 p.m. June 20-Aug 30. $12/hr. E-mail resume to cvyc@netidea.com by June 6th. BUSY AUTOMOTIVE DEALERSHIP in sunny Okanagan hiring for all positions due to overwhelming growth. Technicians, service writers, sales representatives, parts counter. Forward resumes Attention: General Sales Manager 6205 Hwy 97N, Vernon, BC, V1B3R4. Email sales@royalvolks.com. ADDITIONAL INCOME! MYSTERY SHOPPERS and Exit Interviewers needed for retail stores, gas bars and banks in most areas. Post-secondary students welcome. No fees. Application: www.applyshopnchek.ca.
Children TAGHUM BEACH school-age childcare. Mid-June throughout summer, Mon-Fri, ECE Mother 1st Aid, snacks, activities, fun! 505-3365 LITTLE TIKES TURTLE sand box, $20; Graco jolly jumper, $5; baby bath seat, $5. 352-5210. EXPECTING MOM IN AUGUST needs some help and is seeking free baby items. 354-7191. dianap@live.ca I WILL WATCH your child while you work, you watch mine in exchange. Part-time, flexible hours 354-3923.
Computers THE CANOSCAN LIDE 30 USB flatbed scanner, copy, e-mail, 1200x2400 dpi , 48-bit depth, $35 229-4490. EPSON PERFECTION 1250 FLATBED SCANNER, 1200 by 2400 dpi, includes pwr/usb cables, drivers, $50. 365-3548.
Education 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. EXPERIENCED ACUTE-CARE MEDICAL PRESCRIPTIONISTS are in demand. American and Canadian employers are seeking MT’s to work from home. Forward your resume today to admin@canscribe.com. 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. APARTMENT/CONDO Manager Course. Certified home-study training. 40 jobs currently registered! Thousands of grads working. Government registered. 29 years of success. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456. 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.
Events OENOPHILES interested in forming a group to explore and enhance knowledge and enjoyment of wines. 505-5583. EAGLES AREA #22 located at 641 Baker Street in Nelson is celebrating their 109th year of voluntary supporting the City of Nelson. We invite all members of the community to join us in dinner and dance, June 14th, 2008. Happy hour 5:30. Roast beef banquet served at 6:00. Dancing with live music to follow. Fully licenced premises. $15/ticket, no minors. If you require more information or to advance purchase tickets, please call 352-5644 or 354-4419. RECYCLED TREASURES garage sale, Sat. June 7, 10 to 2 p.m. Hot dogs & coffee. Anglican Memorial Hall (Carbonate & Ward St.) EXPERIENCE DRAGONBOATING!! Free paddle, meet at the Rowing Clubhouse in Lakeside Park, June 14th, 11-2pm. FREE FATHER’S DAY CONCERT in Lakeside Park. Nelson Community Band. 2:00 p.m. Bring your dad, son, grandpa, uncle! BYOC - Bring your own chair.
Free 2 SLIDING GLASS DOOR COOLER, working when last plugged in. Avail June 3. U-haul. Call 505-2070. ANIMAL CAGE made from stereo cabinet. Glass front. Free for pickup. 551-5683, Nelson. FREE CEDAR SLABS. Good for firewood, fencing, compost boxes u name it. 3 minutes from town. 505-3805. TO GIVE AWAY. 8 1/2’ camper for full-size truck. 352-0064. MATCHING FRIDGE & STOVE. Older set. Self-cleaning stove. 825-4399 COUCH AND LOVESEAT, two toilets with wooden seats. Can email pictures. 359-6646 eves.
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Furniture WANTED: QUEEN SIZE futon frame or bed frame. 352-1794. HIDE-A-BED, grey floral pattern. $35. 352-1794. RED METAL BUNK BED in excellent condition. One mattress included free, $95. Ph. 354-4670. ANTIQUE CEDAR HOPE CHEST. $100. 229-5755. ANTIQUE LOVESEAT, $400. 229-4544. AMAZING QUALITY for the price! Antiques 90-250 yrs old: flamed birch c1790. Nova Scotian din. room table. 5 flamed walnut chairs. Dough bin, monk’s bench, sofa, bird’s eye dresser, Queen Anne side table, lap desk. Also spectacular solid pine sideboard in 3 sections with back lights: 3 shelves, 4 drawers, 4 cupboards, $1950. Gold oak spindle dble bed & mattress, exc. cond. 359-5962
Garage Sales MULTI-FAMILY. 7:30am, June 7. Dog kennel, clothes all size, dishes, etc. Quilter retiring, selling many quilts, fabric, books. 5719 Khadikin Road, Taghum Frontage. Look for signs. MOVING AWAY SALE June7/8, 9-? 1516 Nasookin Road. Lots of great stuff! RECYCLED TREASURES Sat. June 7 10-2p.m. Great variety, hot dogs , sweets & coffee Anglican Memorial Hall (corner of Carbonate & Ward St.) MOVING SALE! 858 Highway 3A. North Shore just past BOB. Cloud or shine. June 7 and 14, 8:00 am.
Help Wanted SUPPORT WORKER Community Connections is seeking applications for a part time Support Workers in Nelson and Trail. Includes overnights and weekends. Interested applicants should send their resumes to: email (preferred): resumes@commconn. ca mail: Community Connections Support Services PO Box 373 Nelson, BC V1L 5R2 web: www. commconn.ca. Applicants must have strong personal values based on selfdetermination, dignity and autonomy for all individuals. THE NELSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SOCIETY is currently seeking a qualified person to fill the part-time position of Financial Officer. Experience with QuickBooks is and asset. A pastoral reference is required. Send resume to the attention of Linda Schmidt at chek@shaw.ca, fax to 250-352-0546, or drop off at 810 10th Street, Nelson, V1L 3C7 by June 11, 2008.
Home & Garden SOLARIUM, 23’ x 10’. Aluminum and tinted acrylic. Worth over $14,000 to replace. $3,000 obo. 551-3833. TOP SOIL FOR SALE: Top 6” out of a field. Beautiful soil, screened and organic. $500/dump-truck delivered in Nelson/North Shore. 354-7741. “WE’RE BACK” - BENT IRONWORKS for all your ornamental needs. Custom Metal designs for home and garden. Welding repairs. Steve or Cindy 352-7092/354-9448.
House Sitting MATURE, NON-SMOKING COUPLE SEEKING house-sitting opportunity in Nelson. Available Jan. and Feb. of 2009 or portion thereof. 306-8652384 or 306-865-7604. EXPERIENCED, MATURE, house, pet and garden sitter. Available mid June. I have excellent local references. 354-2093. EXPERIENCED HOUSE PET and garden sitter available mid June. I have excellent local references. 3544075
Lost & Found LOST KITTY in area of 504 Richards St. Black/white medium haired female. Name Jessie. 352-7749/509-0389. REWARD FOR LOST grey & white cat at Valhalla Apartments, Tues, May 20th. Please call! Lorelle 505-5452. RING LOST AT COMMUNITY CENTRE. Silver Claddagh Irish wedding band. Reward. Please return to centre. 505-3365. STOLEN May 26/27 by Lions park, green ladies’ Rocky Mountain Sherpa bike (no suspension). 352-5210 LOST ABUS KEY on pink Quicksilver band. Please return to 406 Sixth. Reward. 352-3033 LOST AT SPIRITBAR AT AMAZONES GIG, small bright red synthetic sweater, I miss it. 352-0047.
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LOST: LONG-HAIRED GREY TABBY. Winlaw/Appledale. $50 reward. 2267572. MISSING: MAY 16, BLACK LAB, white chest, white feet, red collar. From Falon Drive. 825-9655.
REFRIGERATOR, LARGE SIDE-BYSIDE, $250. Conveyor belt, 12’, 6’ lift, 3/4 hp, portable. 226-7172. NEW RICH BLACK WOOL FLEECES, animal weigh scale, cement well ring. 355-2269. RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT. 6burner Garland Range, clean, works well, $800obo. Garland charbroiler, deepfryer. 352-2185. SAND. Large quantity of clean screened sand available. Call Sara at 250 229 4189. USED GAS STOVE in good condition $100 or best offer 352-6215 TENT, Mountain Hardwear Haven. 3 free standing 2/3 person tent with groundsheet. Like new. $275. 505-2720 PROPANE FRIDGE - $350, must be removed from Christina Lake; wet suit, $40. Ph. 352-7144 BIC Rock’n’roll windsurfer. Complete with 3 sails, in good condition. $200.00 or best offer. 505-3497 USED GAS STOVE in good condition. $100 or best offer. 352-6215 “FREE SPIRIT” TREADMILL, many options, new condition. Paid $1,200; now $700 firm. 365-7536 before 6pm 2 CEDAR FLOATS, 4x22 and 4x42. Need re-decking. Offers. 229-2272. WASHING MACHINE. Top loader, white Westinghouse, good working order, $50. 352-5337. KIDS WOODEN PLAYGROUND set with waveslide, swings and rocket rider. $150 obo. 226-7356. RENOVATION ITEMS: ceiling fan, bifold closet doors, window 4’X5’, wooden railing, wood stove. 825-4399. HOMEMADE PIES!!!! For sale at the Cottonwood Market on June 7. Buy regular, or organic. MAGNIFYING LAMP great for crafting. Never used, asking $50. Check LeeValley website for info. 551-2145 CORONADO 15 cu ft chest freezer, $75.00/ Kenmore washing machine, $25.00/ baseboard heaters, negotiable. 229-4286 2007 FLATDECK TRAILER. 10,000 GVW. 16 ft. Like new. $3500 obo. 354-8774. ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER, runs good, $25. Medium weight wheelbarrow, almost new. 359-8103.
XBOX 360, new in box, 20 GB. Comes with 3 games: Halo 3, Mass Effect, Lost Odyssey. Wireless controller. evocal@gmail.com 3 HEAVY DUTY CHARCOAL BARBECUES for sale. Cost $300 each, unused, $100 each. 825-9482. GUILD D-4 ACOUSTIC, $650. Duncan djembe $250. 30 pint, almost new, simplicity dehumidifier $125. 304-2277 FULL SUSPENSION MOUNTAIN BIKE (4”). XT/XTR components. Lady ridden. Frame too big (M/L). $450. 359-5078. XBOX. $150 Comes with 2 controllers and 4 games. 355-2785. LIFE TIME MEMBERSHIP WOODBURY RESORT! Details call 403-279-8170 or 585-8135. 250LB ANVIL IMMACULATE! $400 obo. New King drill press 17”, $300, reg. $400. Brent 229-4099. FOOSEBALL TABLE, solid, good shape, $300 new, asking $75 obo. 354-8268. NEARLY NEW GAS WATER HEATER $50. Free aluminum windows, furnace ducting, paneling, wooden doors, 354-3793. 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.
SOME WRIGGLING WORMS for a small composter. Please contact Chris Clark, Ph. 551-0163. LOOKING FOR ABOUT 45 ft of 6.5 ft deer fencing. 229-4069.
Misc. Wanted
SALTWATER FISH/REEF ENTHUSIASTS: Interested in sharing experiences, frags, possible club? Email saltyfish@shaw.ca Ph. 304-3535 HORSE TACK AVAILABLE in Nelson. Bridles, girths, halters, fly mask & sheet, ropes & more. 509-1171. BLUE/RED HEELER Pups. Great agility and companion dogs. Ready mid-June. Child/cat/bird friendly. $500 226-0023
Misc. for Sale 4 1/2’ AMERICAN STANDARD bathtub. White with sliding glass door. Great for tight spaces. 354-8085 $150 OBO WATER DISTILLATION SYSTEM, $125. Air conditioner, $30. Food vegetable steamer, $20. (Never used.) Oster juicer, $25. Air humidifier, $20. Call 352-9222. BIKES, ACCESSORIES, REPAIRS. Nelson’s largest shop. Trades welcome. Guaranteed & affordable. Boomtown Sports, 510 Hall. 505-5055. MOUNTAIN BIKE - ‘05 Specialized Big Hit Grom. 24’ wheels, air shock, good condition. $400. 352-1794. ENTERTAINMENT UNIT $50, receiver & speakers $50, car starter, $40, snowboard boots (sz 9.5) $30. 352-5712 TENT, dome, one room, sleeps six, lightweight, nylon, windows, stargazer roof, fly, bamboo frame, good condition. $30 OBO BASEBALL CARDS: Early 90’s, some 60’s. Fair deals only please, reasonable prices. 352-6200 leave message. 28 GALLON AQUARIUM, complete with 2 filters and 6 large fish, $150. Ph. 354-7316 after 4 p.m. SMITH 01S POLARIZED LENSES, good condition $20, call Jennie 3547812 NEWER KENMORE WASHER & DRYER for sale. Each $175 obo. 359-6890. WHITE WOOD COOK STOVE $75, Singer treadle sewing machine $75, Electrolux rug/foor shampooer $45. 359-7163. NATURAL GAS HOT WATER TANK, Kenmore, nearly new $50. 354-3793. HIDE-A-BED, grey floral pattern. $35. 352-1794. MONTECRISTO #4 CUBAN CIGARS, sealed box of 25. Purchased at Valladero airport. 2 boxes. $290 each. 352-6399 4 ALUMINUM RIMS & TIRES. 4 bolt 14” 3 1/2 bolt hole centers, $75. 352-2543. MOTORCYCLE HELMET, open face, small, $40; 300 lb. weights, bar/dumbbells, $30; area rug, $30. 352-5211
ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE, $50, table & 4 chairs, $50, china teacups, $5, sealers, $2/dozen. 352-9408. WASHER AND DRYER, good condition, white, large capacity, free delivery Nelson area, please call 505-2075
WANTED: QUEEN SIZE futon frame or bed frame. 352-1794. PATIO DOOR WANTED. 359-6890. NEED BUILDING MATERIAL for homesteading. Can pick up. 505-9550 RYOBI 18-VOLT cordless tools (no batteries okay). Hammerhill-type garden shredder (no motor okay). 366-4321 DONATION of mountain bicycle (prefer ladies) in good condition for Cuban family. Phone 352-9788 WAYNE KING looking for a boat. Trade for paintings. Call 505-5527. WANTED: BIRD CAGES (no round ones, please) and Spyro games for PS1! 226-7884
Music & Dance CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) DRUM KIT: YAMAHA STAGE CUSTOM ADVANTAGE, good condition, complete set includes cymbals & carrying cases, $2000. 354-7686. VICTORIA STREET STRINGS all level string players welcome. 505-5583 ELEC-ECOUSTIC TAKAMINE Gseries bass reg $750 will let go for $400. odymer@hotmail.com 352-9340 FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal, interactive soirees for music aficionados. 505-5583 ARMSTRONG FLUTE $250, Kline piano $1000, Bonmusica violin shoulder rest $25. 352-1925. HELP NEEDED to make a framedrum. Willing to trade for money, work, massage (certified). Martin 354-4257
Other 42” SONY flat screen rear projection TV. New, grey with grey stand. $700. Kimberly 551-2514 2 15’ NECKY Kyook kayaks. Grey, c/w skirt, paddles, life jackets. $1000 each. Rob/Nicki 250-505-5041 LITTLE TIKES turtle sandbox $20, Graco jolly jumper $5, baby bath seat $5, 352-5210
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$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll free: 1-877-776-1660. STUNNING IMAGES OF YOUR PRODUCTS for your advertising, website & promotions! Kelly Gilliam will photograph your products, location, & employees so you can create eye catching promotional materials and websites to drive business to you. Call 250-551-7378 or visit online: http://kellygilliam.com GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, concrete foundations, framing through finish. Reasonable rates. Harrop Creek Contracting. 551-1555. CRIMINAL RECORDS affect travel to 1 country only. Don’t be misled. Canadian pardons guaranteed at the National Pardon Centre™. Apply online: www.nationalpardon.org. Call free 1-866-242-2411. TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612.
#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colours available! 40year warranty! Free shipping first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.com. FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS. Durable, dependable, pre-engineered, all-steel structures. Custom-made to suit your needs and requirements. Factory-direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-668-8653 ext. 170 for free brochure. BUILDINGS FOR SALE! “Canadian manufacturer direct!” 20x30x12 $5300. 25x40x14 $8890. 30x50x14 $9900. 35x56x16 $13,500. 40x60x16 $17,700. 50x140x19 $45,600. 60x100x18 $36,300. Others. Pioneer since 1980....1-800-668-5422. www. pioneersteel.com.
Sports Equip. SPECIALIZED ALLEZ ROAD BIKE 58 cm with Mavic Krysillium wheels, computer great condition, $700. 250359-6815. WANTED: REAR SHOCK for mountain bike. (Air preferred) 7.87” x 2.25”. Wyatt 355-2267. MEDIUM NORCO Drop full suspension bike for sale. 7” Marzocchi, custom tuned shock. $750 352-2174 SPECIALIZED 24” wheels Hotrock A1 FS RST shock, lightest kids’ bike, excellent, $295. 352-9768 FOR SALE: PROGRESSIVE 5TH ELEMENT REAR SHOCK. 8.5”/2.5”, $225 obo. Great shape, too big for my bike. 355-2267, Wyatt. MOUNTAIN BIKE - ‘05 Specialized Big Hit Grom. 24’ wheels, air shock, good condition. $400. 352-1794.
Prof. Services MONUMENTAL STONE WORKS Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and re-highlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 3540988.
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Trade/Swap TO TRADE, VIGOROUS PINK CLIMBING ROSE for another colour rose or flowering bush. 355-2269.
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Work Wanted EXPERIENCED CLEANER and organizer available for home and office. Declutter and clean up natural products. Local references. Jenn 505-1822 JUNK TO THE DUMP and weed whacking. Call me now, 352-3871. “I’ll do it.”
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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. #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. APPROVED AUTO FINANCING. www.credit-queen.ca. All makes, cars, trucks, vans & SUV’s. Turned down by bank? Needing a vehicle today? 200 vehicles online to choose from. Same day approval. Apply online or call Joanne at 1-866-602-3743, DL 5231.
1982 DATSUN 210 for parts. Runs, drives, good parts, needs rocker panels, muffler. $250 365-3548 4X4 ‘83 TOYOTA TERCEL in running condition $350. 354-1865. 1992 MITSUBISHI PAJERO, 102,500 kms, diesel, RHD, 7 seats, new tires, new timing belt, $10,300. 229-4069. 1992 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA sport touring sedan, 4-door, 5-speed, sunroof, well maintained, fuel efficient. C/ w racks & thule, $3950. 359-7725. 2003 JETTA TDI, clean diesel, fuel efficient, silver, 4dr, 170km, vg cond. 229-4471, after 6pm. 91 SUBARU LOYALE, standard, over 300 km. Needs timing belt, $500 obo. 354-2012 1986 MERCURY CAPRI. Auto, 2dr hatch back. Runs well, 206,000km. $1000 obo. Call 505-9261. TWO 1994 DODGE INTREPIDS, one for parts, both drive, $1800 for both. 551-1256. 1995 ACCORD JDM H22A, cold-air, header, lowered, too much else, 30,000k on drive-train, $9000. 551-1256\ RUNS GREAT!! ‘93 FORD EXPLORER LTD. Loaded, moon-roof, a/c, etc. 188,500 km, very clean!! $3000. 825-9351. ‘91 VW PASSAT, power everything, CD, good on gas, $1000. 359-6842.
NEW DUNLOP D606 front and rear tires for KLR650. Paid $360+ sell for $225. 352-5395. ENDURO 1977 YAMAHA TT500 on/ off road bike. All paperwork. $1700. Ben 505-4375. 2002 HONDA SHADOW ACE 750, excellent condition. 8500 miles. Many extras. $7500.00 obo. Ph 229-4238 SAVE ON GAS! 1983 Honda Shadow 750. Loaded with options. Runs excellent. $2950 obo. 354-9009. MINT COLLECTOR’S SUZUKI GS1100G. 53K. Showroom condition, plus extras. $4000. Patryk 509-1652.
Cars 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA, auto, 4 door, 159 k, mint condition, $6300. Great gas saver. 352-5871. 1999 HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAGON 225,000 km, standard, winters, A/C, CD, runs great! $4200 obo. 505-3987 1995 FORD TAURUS wagon, 270 km. Rides nice. Asking $2,250. 359-7756
Tires/Parts/Other 4 BRIDGESTONE Dueler h/t 265/65 R17 tires, $150? Jennie 354-7812 CANOPY, grey 4’x6’ for Toyota or Ranger, comes with roof rack $200 obo. 354-1865. BUSH BAR for light truck. Black, steel, hardware included. $200 505-3723
Trucks/SUVs/Vans ‘93 4RUNNER, 211,000 km, summer/winter tires, back window works, $7000 obo, 359-7709 or 505-2717. TOYOTA LANDCRUISER, 1987, diesel, 2-door, BJ70, $2500 obo. 505-3905
Trucks/SUVs/Vans Trucks/SUVs/Vans 1993 EXPLORER XLT. 315,000 highway km/253,000 km on dealer replaced engine. New snow tires. 352-3257. 1978 CHEVY SHORTBOX 4x4 4” lift new 33s. 9000k on motor. $3500 obo. 551-3014 1982 GMC SIERRA classic 2wd auto w/ shiftkit, needs work. $700 obo 304 6935 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA, V6, 4x4, new tires, tow package, loaded, excab, $29,500. 250-793-2705. TOYOTA LANDCRUISER, 1987, diesel, 2-door, BJ70, $2500 obo. 505-3905 1984 FORD 250 diesel works good. Reduced to $950. Moving, must sell. Call 509-0491. 2003 TOYOTA RAV4 Limited Edition 102,000km. Automatic, Fully Loaded. $18,900 obo. 250-352-0076/ kpettit@shaw.ca 1992 NISSAN PATHFINDER A/T 4x4. High kms, runs great, needs work. $700 obo. 505-3723 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ‘Sequoia’. Fully-loaded, leather, sunroof. Mint condition, no rust. Reduced price! $7,900! 505-6600. 1990 TOYOTA 4WD camper van, skylite roof, CD, auto, R-H drive, 150K. $7,295. 365-1080. 2001 GMC SONOMA ZR2, 5 speed, 4x4, 140K, $13,500 obo. 352-7401.
86 JEEP CHEROKEE 4x4, needs slave cylinder, extra rims, $450. 352-5695 ‘93 JEEP CHEROKEE. Leather interior, excellent condition. Must sell. $2800 obo. 352-3318. 2000 JEEP TJ SPORT, 113,000 km, 5-speed 4.0L, Hard top & 2 soft tops. Excellent condition. 352-1317. 1993 CHEV 4x4 auto, V6, reg cab 243,000 km $1500 obo. Phone 250229-4301. 1979 F250 CAMPER VAN, loaded, 60,000 km. $2500 obo. 352-3728. 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT 4x4 Quad Cummins Turbo Diesel. 75,000 kms $24,900 obo. 509-0807. 1995 FORD AEROSTAR, 4x4, lumbar support seats, V6, 8 passenger. Great van! $4500 obo. Call 355-2344. 1993 NISSAN PATHFINDER. 290,000 kms. $2500 obo. 355-2785.
Boats 26’ 1979 REINELL. Twin MerCruiser engines. Sleeps 5. Best offer takes it. 352-5536. 13’ THERMOCRAFT BOAT, Yamaha 20 motor, ez-loader trailer & extras. Speedy & good shape. $2000. 352-2588.
Recreational 1985 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND, 33 foot, class A motorhome. Runs great, average condition. 359-7290. OVER 200 NEW & used motorhomes, diesel pushers, 5th wheels, trailers, vans, campers. Total RV Centre. Special RV financing. Since 1984, Voyager RV - Hwy 97, Winfield BC. 1800-668-1447, www.VoyagerRV.ca 1993 EXPLORER XLT. 315,000 highway km/253,000 km on dealer replaced engine. New snow tires. 352-3257.
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THINKING OF SELLING? Get a FREE, no obligation market evaluation of your home. Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 UPHILL NELSON, 3 BDRM, 2 BATH character home, 0.2 acre, garden shed/greenhouse, large workshop, off-street parking. $389,000. 3520646. CUTE & CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME on beautiful 5.58 acre property in Winlaw $305,000. Phone 2267998. 2.3 ACRES OF VIEW PROPERTY in Bonnington. Winterized yurt included. $229,000. 505-9945. TWO RARE PROPERTIES FOR SALE at 4-Mile: Beautiful lake view, creek, underground services, sunny, level, private, partially treed, ready to build. $230,000, $240,000. 3547741. FSBO OPEN HOUSE. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living rooms. House with suite potential. 908 Ninth Street Fairview Saturday June 7 and Sunday June 8, 10am-4pm $398,500 352-6994 MOBILE HOME for sale. $1500.00 O.B.O. Must be moved. Needs TLC 505-2189 or 505-3828 WATERFRONT LOT, fully serviced with spectacular views of Kootenay Lake. Asking $399K. Call Brent 604715-9181
GREAT LOCATION! Between Castlegar and Nelson, .46 acres with 2 mobile homes. $149,000. 608-0743 PRIVATE 8 ACRES +, 6 bedroom house, outbuildings, rental income, $1000. 5 min from Nelson. 505-2060
LVR Teacher & two children seek a 23 bedroom rental preferably in town. Contact Paul Belanger 505-5578. 3 BEDROOM NEEDED July 1 in town. Keira 505-5332 SINGLE OLDER male seeks affordable rental in/out of town. Clean, responsible. Call Ed 352-9876 3BDRM WANTED near Nelson for July 1st. Approx $1000/mth. Family w/2 older fixed cats. 359-6933 E N V I R O N M E N TA L LY- M I N D E D FAMILY (one child of 3) seeking June rental. Husband experienced cabinetmaker. Please contact 250352-0604. TEACHER LOOKING TO RENT CABIN on lake. Now or September. 1-877-678-5742 ext. 3744 (toll-free weekdays). JUDY & JANETTE NEED A HOME downtown. N/s, n/p, wonderful artistic sisters. 505-9294 or judy_ mulloy@hotmail.com
ATTIC LOFT ROOM. Into healthy, natural living, big garden. Great house and location. Judy 352-3319.
Real Estate Wanted WANTED PROPERTY or small home in Salmo. Carol 604-777-0923
Rentals ROOM FOR RENT, house on the beach, telephone and internet. $480 a month. 250-448-6324. 2 BEDROOMS WITH LOFT SPACE in co-share, 8 min. from Nelson. Beautiful light, organic gardens, 40 acres. 352-0974.
Rentals - Comm. SCREENING PLANT available for rent with operator. 2007 Powerscreen 1400, mobile plant with tracks. Loader and trucks also available. All enquiries to Joe at 505 3752. LARGE, FULLY EQUIPPED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN space for rent. Walk-in cooler & freezer. Call Ariah 505-3655 or 354-3875.
Shared Accom. VEGETARIAN BUDDIST seeks similar minded persons to share 3 bedroom home in Uphill. Owner is away most of the year. $890/month Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 352-2100 1 BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM in large shared home. Available for clean, quiet person. 352-2051.
FEMALE LIGHT WARRIOR TO SHARE HOUSE with two male Rastas, no alcohol/tobacco. $325/ mo. 505-1170.
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ROOM FOR RENT in newer Blewett house on 2 acres with 33 year old prof. female and cat. Lots of sun. $450/month incl. utils and internet (no cable). For June 1st or 15th. Call 551-3343. AVAILABLE JULY 1ST downtown wonderfully private, furnished bedroom. Ensuite bathroom, shared kitchen, deck, laundry. $450 354-1721 ROOM FOR RENT in Blewett, 12 minutes from Nelson. $400 plus hydro. 354-4682 ROOM IN 2 BEDROOM CABIN. Beautiful property, trails, peaceful, laundry. Should have car or bike. 352-7802.
Vacation Rentals COMPANY COMING and not enough space in your home? Consider Mistiso’s Place Vacation Rentals and ask about our special “local” rates. 250-354-8085 or 1-877-MISTISO (647-8476)
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Smooth move Moving is the ultimate organizational challenge, making you wish you had started organizing years ago. Just picture the chaos: Uncle Joe tossing junk drawers in whatever box that has room, everyone bugging you, “What can I do?”, Dad’s favourite four letter words are the star of the show, and Mom’s in the basement about to have a nervous breakdown with little Jimmy hanging onto her leg screaming. Let’s admit it, moving doesn’t always bring out the pretty in us. So, do you suffer from mover’s panic blues? The cure is planning before you let moving day creep up too fast. Create a detailed moving list including completion dates. Include tasks such as: disconnecting/reconnecting utilities, changing
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your address, researching moving companies, keeping track of important documents, returning borrowed items, having someone to take care of the kids and more. The number one mistake when moving is packing all your belongings without sorting. Purge before you pack, packing up clutter is a waste on your pocket book, time and energy. It’s key to
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make sure all your furniture fits in your new space. Sell what doesn’t fit, instead of paying to move it. Now, remember to work as a team. Whether working with friends, family, or movers, working as a team will relieve a load of stress. As easy as it seems to throw miscellaneous items into boxes, it will take twice as long to unpack it. Pack with a plan, labelling the type of item and its new home on the box: towels – bathroom. Another good tip is to label the “must have” boxes. Essentials such as: toiletries, meds, cleaning supplies, the kind of items you need right away. Now stay positive and remember to breathe. Every ounce of preparation will give you a ton of relief.
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).
Dealing with mould not occur. During a recent, heavy Before the contracrainfall I found water tor begins clean up make coming in under our founsure you have the moisdation wall. We have figture source under control. ured out how to stop it, Within 48 hours of the but the water has spread flood, dispose of all water under interior walls, cardamaged items that canpet and cabinets throughnot be salvaged and thorout our basement. We’re Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak oughly dry fixed items like concerned about the & Steve Cannon cabinets to avoid mould potential for mould and Due to a busy work growth. Your clean-up whether we should conschedule this summer, Lynch contractor will have large tact our insurance agent. First, call your insur- Building Inspection is tak- vacuums and dryers to ance agent immediately ing a break from writing the help in this process. Check for mould and report the details of column and the Express will run archived columns. growth behind wallpaper, the flood. Expect that your wall cavities, under wood agent will advise you to subfloors, bottoms wood hire a professional flood clean-up contractor. Make sure you hire framed walls and crawl spaces. If you find mould growth advise your a contractor who is trained in flood restoration and mould remediation because contractor who will safely remove it. specialized equipment and knowledge is Make sure all cleaning and repairs have essential to ensure the clean up is carried been completed thoroughly and to your out properly. A fast, thorough clean-up satisfaction before you advise your insurwill help ensure that mould growth will ance agent that the work is complete.
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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
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