CITY OF NELSON NEWSLETTER – 20
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2008 Established 1988.
SERVING NELSON & AREA
INSIDE 85-unit subdivision North Shore residents worry about development at four mile. PAGE 3
War resister Robin Long may be deported this week. PAGE 4
Littlefest, big names Third annual, one-day music festival comes to Slocan Valley. PAGE 10 Editorial . . . . Street Talk . . Crossword . . A&E . . . . . . . . Events . . . . . . Sports & Rec Health Pages Classifieds . .
. . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . .
..5 ..5 . 17 . 10 . 13 ..8 . 14 . 16
Homes&Gardens . 18
VOLUME 20, NUMBER 33
Blue bag blues
Petition started to have RDCK and City of Nelson return to old way of recycling by Chris Shepherd Maligned as a step backwards, the new recycling system for Nelson and the surrounding rural areas is the target of a petition calling for a return to the old ways of handling recyclables. “It’s a step backwards,” says Michael Jessen, the man who started the petition. Jessen was also the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s recycling coordinator for 10 years. “I disagree with having to purchase plastic bags to put in recyclables and I disagree with shipping them to Cranbrook.” In June this year, the RDCK changed its recycling program. The shift came at the insistence of the City of Nelson and allows city residents to put all their recycling – with the exception of glass – into a clear, blue plastic bag and leave the bag on the curbside. Residents in the surrounding rural areas have
CHRIS SHEPHERD
Harriet Bowlin, from the 10 Mile area, drops her recycling off at the Regional District of Central Kootenay recycling bin in Nelson. Bowolin says the new system is easier for her – she also does the recycling for her in-laws – because she puts everything in one bag.
to take their recycling to the Nelson transfer station. Transfer stations in Ymir, Salmo, Balfour, Kaslo and at the Kokanee Marina will be changed
to the new system in the next six weeks, say RDCK staff. The recycling bags are compacted and shipped to South Sky Recycling, a company in Cranbrook
that sorts the mixed recyclables. Jessen says recylables are a valuable commodity and crushing the bags decreases the value. Jon Isfeld is a site
operations technician for the RDCK and he says the recycling and the bag itself remains valuable to South Sky. “The bag is actually worth money. They’re baled up and sold,” Isfeld says. Jessen says that value should have stayed in the community. He would have preferred the recycling be processed in Nelson, adding jobs and keeping money in the region. Isfeld says the RDCK put the recycling contract our for tender like they do for every contract and received no proposals from local businesses. The criticism has been noticed by local politicians. At the City of Nelson’s Monday, July 7 council meeting, Mayor John Dooley said the recycling program was just starting and encouraged anyone with positive suggestions to come forward and help improve the system.
Bold paint job for Reo’s Designer wants to start a conversation in the community about real and “fake” heritage in Nelson by Chris Shepherd Council approved a new paint scheme for Reo’s Videos, a decision that split council over what’s appropriate for the heritage city. Reo’s owner Paul Osak and designer David Dobie made a presentation to council at their Monday, July 7 meeting. The paint job raised alarm bells for Councillors Marg Stacey and Robin
Cherbo, who said the 110year-old warehouse was a heritage building and any work should be towards restoring it to its original status. “The rule of thumb is, when old buildings exist, revive them,” Coun. Stacey said. Dobie defended his design to council. See NOT AN ATTACK p.3…
SUBMITTED
David Dobie’s drawing of what the Reo’s Videos building will look like when work is complete.
Page 2 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Business
Contractor Shane Smith, standing in one of the buildings his compan is working on, draws on the most skilled tradespeople when he takes on a renovation job. CHRIS SHEPHERD
Blackbird taps the best in the biz New renovation company draws on specialists to give homeowners high quality renovations by Chris Shepherd The owner of Blackbird Renovations has one thing in mind when he takes on a renovation job: use the best workers in the business and protect the client. To that end, Shane Smith makes sure he hires specialists for the jobs he does. The person laying the tile in the bathroom won’t be the same person
making the custom banisters in the living room, he says. “We can do everything. My guys are all specialists, they’re all professionals. They’re not ‘allarounders.’” Blackbird can take on something as basic as replacing the taps in the bathroom to building an addition that’s larger than the original home. Having workers with specific skills mean the
work they do is high quality, says Smith. That quality work translates into higher prices, but Smith says that’s necessary to cover industry wages and the guarantees the customer gets. All the workers Smith uses are covered by WCB, so the home owner is protected if there should be an accident on the site. Smith also backs up the quality of the work.
My guys are all specialists, they’re all professionals. They’re not ‘all-arounders.’ Shane Smith, owner of Blackbird Renovations
“Should something crack up, my company will warranty it, but we’ll do it properly so that’s unlikely to happen.” Smith says his ideal customer is someone looking for custom work by the finest people in their field. “But that’s going to cost an extra few bucks.” Because Smith hires local workers, he says those wages stay in the community, spurring the economy.
“If we pay attention and foster the local economy this region will turn into a remarkable place.” In September, Smith is starting Blackbird Homes, a home construction company that will bring the same values to construction that Blackbird Renovations does. Smith and Blackbird Renovations can be reached at (250) 509-1313.
Watch out for false advertising, it can happen in a number of ways Has your business ever been guilty of false advertising? It can occur more easily than you may think. You need to be vigilant at all times about any advertising you do, whether it be on the radio, in the newspaper or even on a sign outside of your place of business. The Competition Act administered by the Canadian Office of Consumer Affairs is the watchdog for matters of mis-advertising. Through this avenue, Canadian consumers can report any marketing practices they feel fit into one of the four main categories of offences. The first offence is false or misleading advertising that relates to a product or service. Even saying that you have the best product or the best service in order to persuade a consumer to buy needs to be backed up with hard data. The second offence is double tick-
Money Honey
Joyce Jackson
eting, which occurs when a product has two prices on it and you fail to charge the lower of the two prices. The third offence is bait and switch. This is when you advertise a super-low price for a product but do not have sufficient quantities on
hand, which often persuades the consumer to buy a more expensive item instead. The last offence is pyramid scheme selling. These are multilevel marketing plans that use underhanded ways of obtaining money. If you are a business, doublecheck all of your advertising to ensure you are not making any claims or representations that cannot be substantiated. If you are a consumer and you feel any business has stepped over the line with their methods of advertising, you can contact the Canadian Office of Consumer Affairs either through their website (http://consumer.ic.gc. ca) or on the phone (1-800-3286189). Keep in mind that you do not even have to purchase a product or service to make a report.
Joyce Jackson is the owner of Lonnie’s for Her and Him and an executive member of the Nelson Business Association.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
News
Rural concerns 85 single-family houses planned for North Shore raises alarms by Chris Shepherd Plans to add 85 single-family houses on the North Shore have raised concerns among neighbours in the four-mile area. The development was unveiled at a Monday, June 23 public hearing at A.I. Collinson School and Brent Hastings says it’s too much for the rural area. “In my book, they want to build a ghetto beside me,” says the North Shore resident who lives right beside the property in question. Developers from Kelowna – regional director Al Dawson would not say what their name was – have asked the Regional District of Central Kootenay to rezone two pieces of property off of Highway 3A. The smaller of the properties – 16.9 acres – is right beside the highway and is currently zoned for multi-family dwellings. The developer wants to change zoning to singlefamily dwellings and is also asking for permission to create smaller lots and increase site coverage on each lot. The second property
In my book, they want to build a ghetto beside me Brent Hastings North Shore resident concerned about a proposed development in his area
– 40 acres – is currently zoned RR1, which allows a range of rural residential uses. The developer wants to change the zoning to open space to remove any residential uses and create a common area. The second property is set back from the highway behind the first. Hastings, who has circulated a petition against the development, says the project would be a negative addition to the area.
“It’s a rural setting. Everybody has room to move and breath,” says Hastings. “That won’t be there if this goes in.” Hastings says most people who attended the public hearing were also against having that many houses added to the area. Interior Health also has concerns. In documents sent to residents who live near the proposed development, Ingo Frankfurt, public health inspector for Interior Health, wrote the health authority recommended not going ahead with the development because of concerns around the longterm viability of the water supply. “We do not recommend the creation of another small water system in this area, as small water systems have not proven themselves to be an effective solution for long term operation and maintenance of water supply systems.” The developer was not available to comment on the water supply plans and Dawson said RDCK rules prohibited him from talking about the project until after the board of directors meet at the end of the month.
Old gear causes power outage by Chris Shepherd Old equipment caused a five-hour power outage in Nelson’s downtown core over the weekend. The power outage started around 1 p.m. and wasn’t fixed until roughly 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 12. Mike Amos, operations manager for Nelson Hydro, said the cause was at the utility’s downtown substation on Victoria Street. “It was a 65-year-old switch,” said Amos. The breaker didn’t switch in response to a power fluctuation. When that failed, the next breaker in the system, which covers a larger area, was activated. Nelson Fire and Rescue Services attended the scene but only as back up in case something went wrong as power was restored. Amos says Nelson Hydro is three years into a six-year plan to upgrade its system to avoid similar problems in the future.
Official Community Plan quietly approved Council gives plan third reading and adoption at recent meeting by Chris Shepherd If you blinked at the wrong time at their most recent meeting, you might have missed council’s adoption of the new Official Community Plan. The new Official Community Plan (OCP), a document the City must have according to pro-
vincial law, replaces an earlier version that was adopted in 1993. The Local Government Act suggests OCPs be updated every five years. The road to Monday’s decision was a long one. In 2005, council created review committee to update the OCP. That work languished for three years until the
City contracted out the update to the Regional District of Central Kootenay in July 2007. In November 2007 the draft OCP was unveiled and the City hosted two open houses to gather public input on the document. Council also held several meetings to discuss the document, meant to
guide growth of the City. The provincial legislation says bylaws passed after the adoption of the OCP should be consistent with the official plan, but does not bind municipalities to any particular course of action or plan. The updated OCP will eventually be posted on the City’s website at www.city.nelson.bc.ca.
Not an attack on heritage, Dobie …continued from p.1
“This is not an attack on heritage,” Dobie told council. “We are preserving the building for another day when someone might want to restore it.” When asked if the building could be painted to look like a heritage building or if the stucco finish could be removed, Dobie said such a move detracts from real heritage. “What I want to raise with this [design] is the preservation of true heritage, not holding up fake heritage.” The design, Dobie said, can’t help
but initiate that conversation. The Reo’s building is at 607 Front St. and lies within the city’s heritage area Coun. Stacey moved the painting be denied but the rest of council was not behind her. “I’m not sure a 110-year-old building that’s a square box can be considered a heritage building,” said Coun. Bob Adams. Coun. Stacey appealed to the City’s heritage guidelines, but City planner Dave Wahn said those guidlines are vague, especially when it comes to defining what is allowed on the sides of buildings. Dobie’s design will put a mural and large “Reo’s” on the front and
side of the building along with paintings of trees and fake windows. The paint scheme went before the City’s Community Heritage Commission, but that body did not have quorum so it fell to Wahn to comment on the plan. In a letter to council, Robert Inwood, a member of the heritage commission, wrote the Reo’s proposal was inappropriate and “is indicative of a somewhat disturbing ‘trend’ within some elements [of] the Nelson business community.” Council decided the paint scheme was appropriate and passed it. Dobie expected work on the new paint scheme would begin by midJuly.
July 16, 2008 EXPRESS Page 3
Page 4 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
News
War resister shipped Supporters fear Robin Long to be deported on July 15 by Chris Shepherd Robin Long, the U.S. Army deserter arrested in Nelson for allegedly not reporting to Canadian immigration officials, might have been deported yesterday. Details were unavailable by presstime on Monday, July 14, but Sarah Bjorknas, a member of the Vancouver War Resisters Support Campaign believed he would be sent to the U.S. on Tuesday, July 15. The news came after Long’s appeal to the Federal Court of Canada to stay his deportation process failed on Monday. Long was arrested by the Nelson Police Department on Friday, July 4 and sent to a Kamloops correctional centre a week later, says Bob Ages, chair of the Vancouver association of the War Resisters Support Campaign. Long was arrested for allegedly missing one of his monthly check-ins with Canadian officials. Ages has been talking with Shepherd Moss, Long’s Vancouver lawyer. Moss was going to ask for an indefinite stay of deportation proceedings against Long and appeal Long’s pre-removal risk assessment – one of the documents issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada prior to deportation. The move was spurred by a Federal Court of Canada decision that forced Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board to reconsider another war resister’s refugee claim. If Long is deported, Ages says he will likely face a court martial by the U.S. Army. “If he’s found guilty, as is most likely . . . he could get anywhere from a year to who knows how long of federal time [in prison],” Ages said. More damaging would be the dishonourable discharge, said Ages. A person’s military record is frequently considered when applying for major jobs and the stigma of a dishonourable discharge would make it hard for Long to work in the U.S., Ages said. Isaac Romano, director of the Our Way Home Peace Event and Reunion, says Nelson is not living up to its “Resisterville” reputation and calls Long’s arrest mistreatment of “an immigrant group.” “These young people of conscience who choose not to kill people in distant lands are tried with not meeting petty bureaucratic requirements due to a lack of a national measure by the government to provide them with the necessary ease.”
NELSON BECKER
Supporters of Robin Long rally outside the Nelson Police Department on Tuesday, July 8. Long was sent to a prison facility in Kamloops in preparation for an expected deportation hearing on Tuesday, July 15.
Adding a pet can be a big decision Deciding to get a family pet is a big commitment. Before one even starts to pick a breed or species for that matter, we have to ask ourselves realistic questions. Taking the time to make a list outlining what your expectations are, the reasons for getting a pet, and what your limits are is a great start. The amount of time people are willing to provide, allergies, noise, smell, lifestyle, even as far as realizing your immediate residence could
Paws for Thought
Keira Coutts
change, are all valid issues to raise. Animals, like children, are forever, and just like adopting a child, deciding to get a pet should be a serious consideration, that is not taken lightly. Choosing the right pet,
after an honest evaluation of our lifestyle and ability to provide the home it deserves could result in a surprise. You may figure out love birds are more up your alley. We think we want a dog, yet if the importance of having a green lawn with no urine burns is imperative, we need to make allowances or realize a dog may not be suitable. When considering a cat, even though you may assume they will always go outside to use the
bathroom, there is a good chance you will still have to provide an indoor littler box. Should this be out of the question, its okay to admit a cat might not be right for you. There are other animals and reptiles available that are very low maintenance, clean and non-destructive to consider. Doing research and discussing the responsibilities and life span of creatures will enable you to find a family pet that is compatible and fits within your lifestyle.
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.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Opinions & Letters New recycling system needs to be left on the curb
Editorial The new recycling system is a step in the right direction, let’s make it better We’re a month and a half into the new recycling program and some unhappiness with the changes have surfaced. There have been problems and that shouldn’t be a surprise. There are always a few wrinkles to iron out of any new system. Mayor John Dooley has said the City is open to suggestions to improve the service and people with good ideas should take him up on that. There are many creative, experienced people in our area who surely have ideas on how the recycling system can be improved and everyone will benefit when those ideas are brought forward in a positive, constructive manner. The Express has concerns about the program. Right now people living in the rural area have to come in during regular hours (before they could go to the igloos at the base of Baker Street anytime) which can be onerous. Rural residents also have to contend with a sizable reach up to deposit their blue bag. This won’t be a problem for the young and fit, but anyone with a disability, injury or just dealing with age faces a sizeable barrier. It is also unfortunate the recycling has to be trucked all the way to Cranbrook to be recycled. The RDCK can’t be faulted for this, however, and we encourage local entrepreneurs to look into the details of handling our recycling locally. Such a step would make the process cheaper for the RDCK, decrease carbon emissions and provide jobs for our area. The recycling program is a move in the right direction. Let us continue moving and make this system better.
Fish Heads & Flowers
Flowers - to all the kind people who helped look for our black cat, the people who called us and the little girl who searched high and low for him. You are the greatest! He returned safe and sound 6 days after he went missing. - Happy pet owner Fish Heads - to those who do their weed-whacking and lawn mowing Sunday evening when the rest of us are trying to enjoy music and a family BBQ.
Flowers - to our patient and wonderful neighbours who support the kids learning their new instruments and dance. Especially the neighbours who call out “good drumming, great job!” - Bless you
Flowers - I know we did not see eye to eye on the night of the party. I want to thank you so much for returning my son’s elk rack. - Restored faith Fish Heads - to the person who kicked my daughter’s dog at the dog park and was very obnoxious when she confronted him about it. Upset with dog kicker Flowers - to businesses who make generous contributions to help animal welfare locally. All creatures great and small benefit. Flowers - to the wonderful volunteers for free income tax return advice and support. Your help was priceless. - Very grateful low-income earner
Send us your Fish Heads and Flowers!
All submissions to the Express Fish Heads and Flowers section will be considered provided that no one is identified in the text or signature, all signatures are anonymous, and the submission is both concise and written in good taste. We reserve the right to withhold publication of submissions if these standards are not satisfied. To submit your gift of Fish Heads or Flowers, you may send email to express@expressnews.bc.ca, drop off or mail to 554 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C., V1L 1S9, or fax to (250) 352-5075. We will not accept submissions over the telephone. The Express cannot guarantee that your submission will be printed due to space limitation.
ADVERTISING: Colli Christante ADMINISTRATION: Marina Kiborn PRODUCTION: Laura Duncan DISTRIBUTION: Gene Schmunk ISSN 1196-7471
The Express Newspaper is owned by Kootenay Express Communication Corp. Publications Mail Agreement #0654353. Paid at Nelson, B.C
Dear editor: I am opposed to the recently introduced blue bag recycling system for the following reasons: 1) I’m opposed to buying plastic bags specifically to throw out. 2) Regardless of whether they’re recycled or not, plastic bags are made from a depleting resource and will only become more expensive like the price of gas. 3) Recyclables should not be mixed together, then crushed in a compactor to be shipped three hours away for someone to sort in Cranbrook when we have been sorting our own recycling for 18
years (and shipping it to Trail). 4) Recyclables could be processed in Nelson by a coalition of community partners. If you’re not in favour of the recently introduced blue bag recycling system, please sign the petition to the City of Nelson and the RDCK (Central subregion) located at the Kootenay Country Co-op, Mermaid Gallery, Otter Books, Phoenix Computers as well as the Academy of Classical Oriental Medicine Book Store. Irene Mock, Nelson
July 16, 2008 EXPRESS Page 5
Street Talk What do you think of the new recycling program?
I think it’s ridiculous that we have to use a blue plastic bag. I moved here from Oregon where we use blue boxes. Craig DeMars, Nelson
Ten tips for a good letter to the editor 1. Keep it short. The more concise your letter, the more dynamic it will be. 2. Address one issue per letter. If you have more than one issue, write a separate letter. 3. Be opinionated. Avoid citing facts, but rather express your opinion regarding the facts. 4. Don’t get personal. Attack the issues, not the person. 5. State your premise in the first sentence. Make the subject of your letter known immediately.
6. We’re unique. The Express gives priority to letters written especially for the Express. 7. Have a “second set of eyes” review your letter before submitting. This will help ensure your idea is being conveyed. 8. Handwritten is okay; typed is better; e-mailed is preferred. 9. If you see a problem, suggest a solution. 10. The purpose of a letter to the editor is to provoke discussion within the community.
I appreciate the pick up service. It’s long over due and it will clean up the botton of Baker Street. But it’s taking the understanding out of the practice. People lose the awareness of where the stuff is going. I would like to see compost integrated as well. Mina Margaret Palmer, Nelson
We try to print letters as soon as we receive them; however, due to the number of letters received on occasion, we are unable to print them all at once. They may be printed at a later date. We reserve the right to edit any letter to the editor. We are not required to print all letters received. Opinions in the Express are not necessarily those of the Publisher or the Express advertisers.
Letters to the editor We encourage our readers to write to us. Please address letters meant for publication to the editor. We do not accept open letters. Letters must be short (200 words maximum) and to the point. We reserve the right to edit letters, and the decision to publish or not to publish is completely at the discretion of the editor and publisher. Commentaries can be longer (500 words
maximum) and are more in-depth than letters. If you wish to write a commentary, please first contact the editor. All letters and commentaries must be signed and include your name, address and phone number. We will not print “name withheld” letters. Opinions in the Express are not necessarily those of the publisher or the Express advertisers.
PHONE (250) 354-3910 FAX 352-5075 EMERGENCY CELL 354-9001 express@expressnews.bc.ca 554 Ward St. Nelson, B.C. V1L 1S9 PUBLISHER Nelson Becker
EDITOR Chris Shepherd
I think it’s good we have a recycling program. I just think it’s a bit strange that there’s only one kind of bag we can use. The fact they don’t take glass is a bit unfortunate. It seems like it’s creating more work for the people who have to sort it. Neil Harrower, Nelson
Page 6 EXPRESS
www.expressnews.ca
July 16, 2008
express@expressnews.bc.ca
News
Kootenay libraries share ideas and get local librarians thinking after regional conference Libraries are all about connecting: people to information, opportunities, ideas and entertainment. So it made sense when, in 2004, libraries in the East and West Kootenay decided to get connected. While the Kootenay Library Federation has been connecting libraries for a while, it all came together last month in person in the first-ever KLF Conference. With a theme of teaching and learning together and a focus on training towards enhanced library services, the three-day event, held in Cranbrook, brought together 130 participants from libraries across the East and West Kootenays. Shirley Reimer of the Nelson Library found the scope of collaboration greater than she’d imagined. Workshops throughout the weekend offered opportunities to learn and share on topics such as reference, adult, juvenile and youth services, and
the ever-popular topic of stress management. “There are great opportunities for collaboration with other organizations. We heard about wonderful outreach programs, ways for libraries to reach out to the rural areas.” Should a nature group offer a presentation on bats, for example, the library may be on hand to suggest further reading, links to online learning, or storytelling. Other new opportunities included programs to read, record, and recommend reading – a new twist on the three Rs – in an online catalogue that can be shared. Overall, participants agreed that the conference met and even surpassed its goals. “A library can define a community in many ways,” says Nelson Municipal Library chief June Stockdale. “This conference set a high level for small libraries and the role they can play in their communities.” – submitted
BEAR AWARE
SUBMITTED
Angus Graeme, Dean of Kootenay School of the Arts at Selkirk College, thanks Carol Couch for her recent donation of Bernard Leach pottery.
Priceless pottery collection donated to Selkirk College/KSA Selkirk College’s Kootenay School of the Arts has received an invaluable pottery collection from Carol Couch. Couch was born in Nelson and was an art teacher at Stanley Humphries Secondary School in Castlegar for many years. She increased her knowledge of fine arts with extra credit courses in Vancouver as well as travelling the world vis-
iting museums and art galleries. Carol married Tommy Couch in 1962 and enjoyed a honeymoon trip to England where she visited the Bernard Leach Studio. The Leach Pottery she is donating was purchased on this trip. Bernard Leach, a respected English potter, is influential to this day for elevating the calibre of clay craft and studio pottery.
In the collection is one lidded jam bowl that has been personally made and decorated by Bernard Leach, with his mark signed in glaze at the base level. There are two lidded soup bowls from the standard items of kitchenware that were produced by the Leach Pottery studio in St. Ives, England. The St. Ives logo is stamped into the clay at the base of the bowls.
Also included in the collection is The Leach Pottery, St. Ives’ items catalogue and one of the most important pottery books of the era, A Potter’s Book, written by Leach. This unique and invaluable collection of pottery will soon be on display for all to view at Selkirk College’s Kootenay School of the Arts in Nelson. – submitted
The grandparent-grandchild relationship In May, this column noted the increase in grandparents as caregivers to their own grandchildren. Betty and I are with our “Nelson grandkids” more these days due to their mother’s work schedule. And it’s great. Spending time with grandkids is important to most grandparents. Next to regular time with local grandkids, the best thing is regular visits with grandkids that live some distance away. But grandparents can become disconnected from their grandkids due to death or divorce in the middle generation. A Castlegar woman I’ll call
Seniors’ Saga
George Millar
Linda told a heartbreak story some 20 years ago. Her son and daughter-inlaw had divorced, and the daughter-in-law’s bitter feelings carried over to the in-laws. Linda was denied any contact with a grandson that she loved dearly. When I met her, Linda
was preparing to petition the provincial government with the request that grandparents be given a legal right to access their grandchildren’s lives. Grandparents can apply for legal visitation rights and might be successful if they can show the court that having that right is in the best interest of the child. But the rights of the custodial parent are primary. Despite the practical difficulties that could develop from granting legal rights to all grandparents, potential benefits exist for the child as well as for the grandparents. Adults must put the welfare of the child first, mini-
mizing the effects of traumatic loss. Children should never be used as pawns in disagreements between adults. Former neighbours of ours experienced a more positive relationship. Their only son had died before we met them, leaving his wife and a very young daughter. The daughter-in-law was like a daughter to them. Even after she remarried, she and her family were regular visitors and the granddaughter spent part of many summers with her grandparents. In an ideal world, every relationship would be that good.
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.
Briefly Kill your chickens humanely
Saturday, July 26, starting at 7 a.m. at the Vallican Whole Community Centre Lorna Burns will be at the Vallican Whole Community Centre to teach how to slaughter chickens. People who have anything to do with chickens in the lower valley probably know Lorna. She’s the one people come to when they want to know what
to do with their flock and she has been butchering birds for over 20 years. “I think people need to learn to be self-sufficient. And if you’re going to eat meat, I think it’s important you learn to kill the animals humanely. Quick, clean and humane – that’s the way it has to be.” In this workshop, participants will learn hands-on how to kill the bird,
dress it, and prepare it for the freezer. Participants are asked to bring their own chicken or call (250) 226-0097 to reserve one. To register, call (250) 226-0008. Cost is $15 for one person, $25 for two for each workshop. This workshop is part of the Vallican Whole’s Living in the Country: Rural Skills series.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
SAFEWAY
July 16, 2008 EXPRESS Page 7
Page 8 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Sports & Recreation
Park’s future debated
Soccer, European style In The Zone
by Chris Shepherd Meetings about the future of a park in Rosemont drew a fair sized crowd, but residents in the area are afraid their wants will be lost amid large turnouts from other groups. The City of Nelson held two meetings – one on Thursday, July 3 and the other on Thursday, July 10 – to gather input on Art Gibbon Memorial Park, a joint venture between the City and the Kiwanis Club of Nelson. “We thought it went pretty good,” said Dave Connor, chairman of the service club’s park committee. The Kiwanis hope to provide amenities for seniors and youth, Connor said, noting no final plans have been settled on yet. “This is a city park,” Connor said. “I don’t know what other ideas are going to come forward yet.” Silvia Reichenback is worried those ideas might not reflect the wants of people living in the immediate vicinity of the park. She’s a member of the Rosemont Park Working Group, a group of neighbours who formed when construction began on a trail through the park two years ago. Reichenback said public meetings on the park held in 2006 were better advertised and criticized the City for not getting the word out about the latest meetings. She attended both meetings and felt there were more cyclists than people who lived in the area at them. A proposed 0.16 hectare (1,600 square metres) bike park doesn’t fit with the group’s vision but mountain bikers in the city have been calling for one for over a year now. Pat Wray is a director with the Nelson Cycling Club. She said the club hopes to see three levels of jumps – beginner, intermediate and advanced – that would give youth a safe place to improve their skills. “It’s a place where they can learn to jump and use that on the trails.” But two years ago, Reichenback said, people asked the park be left alone. “We want to maintain the park in as natural a state as possible.” All the members of council attended the first meeting, said Councillor Robin Cherbo. He heard the concerns about cutting down trees to make trails and said there might be a need for some to come down due to safety concerns, especially regarding forest fires.
Leya Plamondon
The Nelson Regional Sports Council can be reached at: Box 1190, Nelson, BC V1L 6H3 (250)352-3989 phone (250)352-0046 fax nrsc@telus.net
CHRIS SHEPHERD
Slo-pitch wraps up
Luree Gould, from the Hume Hotel’s slo-pitch team, sprints for first base and tries to dodge the ball thrown to Prestige Thunder’s Rick Lane in the final game of the Nelson Mixed Slo-Pitch league. The Hume Hotel won 16-8.
2nd Annual Cherry Tops Challenge Sunday, July 27, race starts at 8 a.m. from The Sacred Ride in Nelson Last year, 53 riders braved rain, cold, mud, and knarl and one lucky lady came up with the best poker hand to win a sweet New Years powder skiing trip at Baldface Lodge. The other 52 lucky souls were treated to fantastic swag bags, prizes, barbecued food and a heck of a fun day. The event is a fundraiser for the Nelson Cycling Club. The race starts in Nelson at The Sacred Ride, climbs up
to the top of Pulmonary then plunges down to Highway 3. Racers then head up Marsden Road and keep pedalling 23 kilometres until they get up to Baldface Lodge, elevation 6,750 feet. It doesn’t end there ‘cause it’s a final gruelling push up to Cherry Tops, elevation 7,200 feet. After a breath-catching and breathtaking moment it’s time to switch ‘er over to downhill mode. Competitors will start their flight down “the meadow trail,” Lower Swamp Donkey, and pedal up four kilometres to Shannon Pass. Then down to
Wine winners
Kootenay Lake via the Shannon Pass trail and to Johnstone Park along Highway 3. Racers get poker cards along the way and the best hand wins a powder skiing trip. There will be tons of other prizes. Riders should bring plenty of water and some snacks, but some trail-side refreshments and a finish-line barbecue is included. For more information, call (250) 352-0006. Registration is $50 – $20 to Nelson Cycling club, $30 to the event. – submitted
SUBMITTED
The Nelson Italian Society held its annual Wine Festival. The winners this year, appearing from left to right, are Vito Tummillo (third, white), Rocco Mastrobuono (second, red and white), Gino Berno (first, red), Terry Hanson (third, red) and Mario Matosovic (first, white).
Serious about soccer? The Nelson and District Community Complex will host Europe Elite camps from Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25. The purpose of these camps is to give players an opportunity to see what it would be like to make soccer their profession and maybe even get snagged to go to Europe for tryouts. Heading up coaching for the camps is Europe Elite Soccer’s Jon Soares. Soares played professional soccer in Europe for seven years and earned such titles as Most Valuable Player and Top Scorer. Assisting Soares throughout the week are a number of coaches from the Europe Elite Soccer Academy. There is such a high demand for youth to play soccer at university and college levels that the Europe Elite Soccer Academy has developed a new Initiation Camp for kids ages 6-11. The purpose of this camp is to encourage the young athletes to become serious about their future in the sport. There will also be full day and half day camps offered. Half day camps are for ages 8-24 and run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The full day camp runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is for ages 10-24. These camps are for the more advanced athletes and will show the players what it’s like to be a pro. Participants will experience the same drills as the pros and must be serious about the sport. At the end of camp the athletes will receive an assessment noting their strengths and areas of opportunity. Registration for the camps closes on Friday, July 18 and can be done at the NDCC. For more information on the camps check out the spring/summer edition of the Leisure Guide. This can also be viewed online at www.rdck. bc.ca/community/recreation/nelson. You can also give the Nelson and District Community Complex a call and speak to any of their front-end staff. They can be reached at (250) 354-4FUN. Leya Plamondon is involved with the Nelson Regional Sports Council.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
News
July 16, 2008 EXPRESS Page 9
Time to eat locally “Eating locally isn’t just a fad . . . it may be one of the most important ways we save ourselves and the planet.” David Suzuki. According to Community Food Matters, eating local can increase the health and safety of yourself and your family, help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and boost the local economy simply by eating great tasting food? This summer, it is as simple as eating fresh, nutritious food produced right here in the West Kootenay say members of Community Food Matters. Last August, over 150 Kootenay residents signed up to challenge themselves to increase their consumption of local food for the month. Some folks drastically changed the way they ate, while others took on much smaller challenges like committing to eating all their produce from local sources for the month. This year, Community Food Matters is once again asking the community to
14th annual AIDS Walk
commit to eating more locally grown and produced foods for the month of August. Community Food Matters invites people to take an eat-local pledge at their booth at the farmers’ market to take the pledge to eat local. The pledge is personal and the local food goal can be as lofty or as conservative as participants like. Taking the pledge merely requires participants think about where their food comes from and to try to source more of it locally. Organizers say buying food at the farmers’ market is a good start. Buying local food not only cuts down on fossil fuel consumption, but it supports local farm families who are an integral part of the community, they say. For more information about Community Food Matters or to subscribe to the free eNewsletter, e-mail communityfoodmatters@ris eup.net. – submitted
Saturday, Sept. 20 ANKORS is inviting all members of the community to come and take part in this fundraising event. People can walk, skateboard or bike, everyone is welcome to the event. Participants don’t need to collect pledges to show support and join in the walk. A post-walk party follows back at Lakeside Rotary Park with a barbecue, music and entertainment. AIDS Walk is Canada’s largest single day event for HIV fundraising and awareness. One hundred per cent of the proceeds from the walk are used to help individuals living with HIV/AIDS in the West Kootenay Boundary Region. People can participate as an individual, team or volunteer. For more information, contact the ANKORS office at (250) 505-5506 or 1-800-421-2437, or e-mail aidswalk2008@ankors.bc.ca.
NATHAN BENINGER
Dragon spotted on Kootenay Lake this summer The Kootenay Rhythm Dragon Boat team, consisting of breast cancer survivors and supporters, has a membership of 50 ladies this year. They are celebrating their fifth year on the lake. Dry land sessions were held indoors during March to prepare for the paddling season which started in May. The team was involved in the Relay for Life events at Lakeside Park in June by performing a paddle-past and salute to the survivors
on shore, as well as participating in the survivor’s lap in the park. In early July, 33 members attended an instructional clinic offered by Kelowna Dragon Boat members. This included theory, video taping and one on one coaching, paddling and steering training. On Canada Day they took part in a salute and paddle-past with boats from the Kootenay Lake Sailing Association. The team will be in Vernon Thursday, July 24 and Friday, July
25 and Kelowna on Friday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 14 to compete in Dragon Boat festivals. Community projects, such as planting daffodils at the north shore entrance to Nelson are also planned for this fall. For further information regarding membership support, contact: Dorothy Hatto, 354-3802; Mary Walters, 352-3256; or Marlene Pozin, 352-6213 or visit www.kootenayrhythmdragons.ca – submitted
Page 10 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Arts & Entertainment
Malente
Juno-award winner Sarah Harmer is headlining this year’s Littlefest.
DUSTIN RABIN
Littlefest big on ideals Third annual festival brings the mountain music flow to the Slocan Valley by Kyle Wells
Saturday, July 26 at Little Slocan Lodge Early bird tickets: $45, includes camping At the gate: Adults, $50; kids under 12, free; seniors and youth, $25. Tickets at Eddy Music, Slocan Village Market in Slocan City or reserved by sending an e-mail to info@littleslocanlodge. com. As most summer music festivals grow larger and louder each year, Littlefest, a one-day event in the Slocan Valley, still aspires for quality over quantity. While this year’s event, the third annual, boasts a headline act for the first time – Juno award winner Sarah Harmer – the focus of the event is still to present a small and person-
Jackstraw is one of the acts coming to the Little Slocan Lodge.
able day of great music, with a local feel. “Our goal is to blow people’s minds,” says Ron LeBlanc who, along with Alan Keane, organizes the festival. “We want to reflect country living in the mountains, to keep alive those musical traditions and at the same time
reflect the change in time, the young person’s edge.” Run completely by some 60-plus local volunteers, powered by its own sustainable micro-hydro power system, and with ticket sales cut off at 500, the festival is more about the music and the people than the big bucks.
SUBMITTED
“For the musicians it’s a really cool event,” says LeBlanc, “It’s a musician’s festival, as much for them as for the people of the Kootnays.” And the musicians respond well to this attitude, with such acts as Corwin Fox, Luther Wright, Trampled by
Turtles, The Wet Secrets and the popular Sarah Harmer rounding out this year’s line-up. LeBlanc works hard to organize the music, taking some nine months to put together the line-up and even scheduling the acts in such a way as to create ‘a flow,’ a ride through the alternative mountain music genre and its more traditional and modern offshoots. The biggest goal of the festival is still to build a reputation for having quality music, to be a fun event for everyone involved, and to not loose that focus through growth. “Trust us,” assures LeBlanc, “It’s going to be great.” Visit www.littleslocanlodge.com for more information and a complete lineup.
Friday, July 18 at the Spiritbar German DJ and producer Malente has released a total of five albums on Unique Records since the year 1999. The music: including the unforgettable “I Sell Marihuana” and “We Came to Party” combine organic ‘70s funk with electronic sounds has been rocking Kootenay dance floors for half a decade. Beginning of 2008 Malente was voted Top National Act of the German Club Charts. But producing is not his only passion. Malente loves his DJ gigs, loves playing a lot of unreleased material, special edits. He tours not only Germany, but worldwide. Solely in 2007 he travelled the U.S., Canada, Australia, Thailand, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, Russia, Ukraine, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain and other countries. $15 early bird tickets are now on sale at the Hume Hotel.
Guided Heritage Walking Tours begin
Every Saturday starting July 19, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., starting from Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. Stroll back in time with the Heritage Walking Tour. Nelson is a city with ornate and grandiose high Victoria-style architecture. To fully experience the history of the buildings in this beautiful town, take advantage of the guided tours offered by Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History. Tour guides will share their expertise and stories of Nelson as you leisurely walk through historic downtown Nelson. Tickets for the tour and admission to the museum are: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students. The tour only costs $10 and $5 for Touchstones members.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
July 16, 2008
Arts & Entertainment
Elliott Brood
Wednesday, July 16 at Spiritbar Elliott Brood play dark, gritty folk and howling bluegrass music built around whiskey-drenched vocals and lyrics evoking images of love, loss and murder. In their soulthumping songs, banjo keeps time to a strange and chunky angular stomp, with Kentucky-hardcore acoustic guitar and sombre, achingly confessional vocal harmonies. Opening the show, folk ragtime locals Slocan Dark. Special halftime show in the Benwell Lounge by Nelson From Nelson and The Menace. Tickets $10 advance @ Eddy Music, Otter Books, Boutique Music (Visa/MC transactions (250) 5090401) and at The Hume Hotel front desk $15 at the door.
Music in the markets
Wednesday, July 16 at the Hall Street Market and Saturday, July 19 at the Cottonwood Market On Wednesday, don’t miss lively Latino music and classic covers by Sebastian this Wednesday at the market. This performance is by donation and will take place between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Stop by the Cottonwood Market this Saturday and enjoy all that the local vendors have to offer, as well as the music of Dan Perreault and Alex to follow. Dan will play upbeat bluegrass music from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. and Alex will take over the stage from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. with her unique guitar styling and alt-folk feel.
Spirit of the Hume Tours
Sundays at the Hume Hotel Thea Trussler, of Intuitive Directions Psychic Spa in the Hume Hotel, will conduct tours throughout the summer. Participants will hear about the history of this grand hotel, some of the colourful demographics of the town and then tales of the ghosts that still linger in the hotel. The tour includes viewing the entrance to the catacombs that lie under the city, the “haunted room” of the Hume and highlight locations from the film The Haunt at the Hume. Call (250) 354-3938 to book a place on the tour. Private tours outside the Sunday hours can be arranged for groups of 10 or more. Cost is $5 per person, children under 12 free.
SUBMITTED
Fred Eaglesmith
Tuesday, July 22 at The Royal on Baker Distinguished roots singer-songwriter Fred Eaglesmith delves into elemental and primal aspects of human existence with eloquence, literacy, musicality and emotional potency that have become his trademarks. Eaglesmith’s newest CD Tinderbox is an 18-track tour de force making it a land-
David Eustace’s artist talk
Friday, July 18, 7:30 p.m. at the Oxygen Art Centre, #3-320 Vernon St. (alley entrance)
Suddenly Aspen
CHRIS SHEPHERD
Michael Graham and Aspen Switzer ham it up as Seymour and Audrey from Little Shop of Horrors during A Little Help From My Friends on Saturday, July 12. The show, which featured many talented artists from Nelson, was a fundraiser for Switzer’s upcoming CD. Advance copies of the CD can be purchased at www.aspenswitzer.com.
Aaron Nazrul
Friday, July 18, 8 p.m. at the Langham Cultural Centre, 447 A Ave., Kaslo Aaron Nazrul is one of Vancouver’s brightest emerging musical talents, a world traveller and folk singer with the voice of a future classic. Aaron’s music captures the raw emotion of Ben Harper and the cultural diversity of Manu Chao, with a unifying philosophy inspired by the poet Nazrul: “I don’t belong to just this country, this society. I belong to the world.” Aaron first performed his music internationally at the Edinburgh Festival in August 2007, winning critical acclaim and the hearts of fans from all over Europe. He was hailed as “the Golden Voice of the festival” by Festival FM,
who frequently invited him to perform songs live on the radio. Sharing the stage with Aaron this July is Tom van Deursen from Kaslo’s Carnival Red fame. Having just finished his first tree planting contract, Tom is really looking forward to making music again.
Slocan Lake Dance Camp
Friday, July 25 to Monday, July 28 in New Denver Looking to dance and to kindle romance? Go to the Slocan Lake Dance Camp for teens and adults. The camp offers four days of ballroom, Latin, country and swing dance workshops, plus nightly dances.
EXPRESS Page 11
It’s great chance to learn a new dance or a new pattern, make new friends and recreate in this pristine area. This year highlights include Argentine tango, country two-step, and the popular West Coast swing plus all the standard favourites. Now in it’s fourth year, the camp attracts dancers from throughout the region, many of them single, to learn, dance and celebrate. A two-hour workshop is $35 per couple. Bursaries are available for teens. Dig out your coolest Hawaiian shirt or your twirliest skirt. For more information, visit the website at www.dancingbeat.org or call (250) 358-2448.
mark album, not just for the artist himself but within contemporary music at large. Exploring life, love, labour, spirituality and more both literally and metaphorically, Tinderbox is a full-blooded musical and lyrical experience that draws from folk, country, rock, gospel, old-time music, bluegrass and even spoken word to create a stunning contemporary roots music all its own.
Current artist-in-residence at the Oxygen Art Centre, David Eustace will talk about his current public art project, Project for Paper. Project for Paper is a
public art installation that examines local history using paper casts of tree stumps as a means of communicating details about what happened (and when).
Page 12 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Arts & Entertainment Flightfest Les Misérables warms up the engines Capitol Theatre’s summer youth program celebrates 20 years with epic story by Chris Shepherd
Thursday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 26, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Les Misérables is a sweeping story about the French Revolution that spans 20 years. It’s fitting, therefore, that the Capitol Theatre’s summer youth program has picked that play to perform this summer, the program’s 20th. “It’s an epic. It’s one of the biggest shows,” says director Heather Shippet. “Some shows are classic, this one is epic.” Allison Girvan is the musical director for this year’s show that includes 50 youth from age 11 to 18. Girvan picked Les Mis this year to properly celebrate the program’s 20th. “Some of the kids have been after me to do this for some years,” Girvan says. She hesitated in the past because the entire dialogue is sung, a challenge for the youth and herself. But Girvan took last summer off from the program, a decision that gave her the break she needed to tackle Les Mis. “It was time to do something extraordinary, outside of our usual scope.” The youth are also prepared, Girvan says, noting some have been in the youth program for 11 years. “They’re at this place where they can do a show of this magnitude.” The show is helped by a
Organizers expect 3,000 at Nelson Municipal Airport to see aerial show by Chris Shepherd
CHRIS SHEPHERD
Wade Courson and Patti Humphries plot dastardly deeds during rehearsal for Les Mis.
special computer program that has the musical score programmed into it. With it, Girvan can adjust the tempo, hold a note and match the music to the performers, essentially allowing her to be the conductor for the music. On stage, the youth will be helped by some adult mentors – like Patti
Humphries and Roger Ley – who provide valuable guidance to the youth. Leading it all, says Girvan, is Shippet. “She loves the kids. The kids respect her and want to please her. She knows how to relate to this age. Partly because she’s like a teenager,” Girvan says with a laugh. “But she’s very
demanding.” The youth have responded to that, Girvan says, and they’ve come to rehearsals prepared. “You should hear the group numbers.” Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for youth
Saturday, July 19, starts with breakfast at 8 a.m. at the Nelson Municipal Airport Flightfest organizers are going higher this time around to celebrate this year’s airport appreciation festivities. “It started out as an airport appreciation day by the Nelson Pilot’s Association and it’s escalated into something much more,” says Stewart Minns, the association’s marketing and media coordinator. Last year’s Flightfest drew 2,500 people to the Nelson Municipal Airport, Minns says. This year organizers are expecting more than 3,000. The big draw this year will be the Fraser Blues, a civilian formation flying team based out of the Lower Mainland. The team will perform a precision formation demonstration at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Attendees will also be treated to a aerobatic smoke show by a Harvard aircraft (3 p.m.) and many fly-bys and static displays. Minns says air shows are gaining in popularity. “I think it’s the thrill of aviation,” the pilot-student (he’s learning to fly a Cesna 172) says. “I don’t know anyone who doesn’t look up when a plane flies over.” There will be plenty of reasons to look up, and around, over the weekend (see the Flightfest advertisement on page 3 for a complete schedule). Along with airplanes, there will also be some antique vehicles and radio model air show. The dog walk between the airport and the lake will be closed from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to provide a safety zone during the acrobatics.
Grasslands: Unique, endangered For most of my life, grasslands have been a mystery. Hiking with my family through the open meadows and forests of the Thompson valley I yearned for the tightknit forest of the coast that dripped moisture off cedar boughs into the thirsty fronds of fern. Trees meant shade, pristine wilderness and their forest density offered a welcome expectation into the unknown. With ancient evergreens and ceilings of branched darkness, I was in my true habitat. But listen, I have been converted. For the past week I poured over the heat and beauty of the Columbia Basin grasslands. They are intricate and wise. The closer you look the more you discover. Skirting through a healthy grassland, a puff of fleshy bitterroot will draw you ground-ward, tufts of bluebunch wheatgrass appear to erupt from the ground like a muted
Nature Notes
Emily Nilsen
prairie firework and the yolk-coloured balsamroot shakes its roughened leaves with dry grassland wind. Like most fragile ecosystems, grasslands are endangered – they are more threatened than old-growth forests. Within British Columbia grasslands account for less than one per cent of our provincial land cover. In the West Kootenay we have a small, yet extremely important, selection of grasslands. Syringa Provincial Park has several trails that rise
through an open grassland forest. The area has recently undergone ecological restoration and the newly spacious forest may allow native grassland species to re-root and shoot. Fort Shepherd Conservancy Area (located six kilometres south of Trail) is another grassland worth visiting. This property is owned by The Land Conservancy and has both historical and ecological value. If you do visit, please respect the signs. There are several books I suggest reading that are inspired by grasslands. Landscapes of the Interior and The Wheatgrass Mechanism are written by the author and ecologist Don Gayton. If you fall head over heels with taxonomy and would like to key out grasses, visit www.livinglandscapes.bc.ca/grasses/. This is a fantastic resource that has been prepared by Valerie Huff, grassland ecologist.
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.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
July 16, 2008
Events
Ongoing Events
USIC
Wednesdays
EXPRESS Page 13
Special Events Thursday July 17
AROUND TOWN Saturday July 19
Wed. July 16
Sun. July 20
Easy Sudoku
Thurs. July 17
Thursdays
Mon. July 21 TO WIN : every row, column and 3 by 3 square must each contain the digits 1 to 9. Moderate difďŹ culty. Solution on page 17
Fri. July 18 Tues. July 22
Mondays
Sat. July 19
Hard Sudoku
Wed. July 23
Fridays Tuesdays
Saturdays TO WIN : every row, column and 3 by 3 square must each contain the digits 1 to 9. More challenging. Solution on page 17
Answers to Kootenay Crossword These ads appear in approximately 100 community newspapers in B.C.and Yukon and reach more than 3 million readers. To place an ad call
The Express at 354-3910 for 25 words $ 9.00 each additional word
Sundays see puzzle on page 17
Page 14 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Problems with your sciatic nerve can be a real pain
The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back (from the fourth lumbar vertebrae through the third sacral vertebrae in the lumbosacral spine) down the back of the leg to the knee. If the nerve becomes injured there may be pain, burning, sensory alteration or atrophy of the muscle tissue anywhere along the nerve’s pathway. The sciatic nerve branches to become the peroneal nerve at the knee, thus, some of these symptoms may also be felt along the pathway of the peroneal nerve – from the knee down the back of the lower leg and then under the foot. The sciatic nerve can become injured, pinched, or inflamed when the muscles surrounding the nerve are inflamed or when there is damage to the vertebrae of the lumbosacral spine. Sciatica can be caused by repetitive strain to the muscles of the low back, hips (especially the piriformis muscle which can compress the nerve) and legs. Another major cause of sciatica is poor posture and weak core musculature (i.e. transverse abdominal muscles). Long drives and desk-sitting have been known to exacerbate this disorder to a severe degree. One of the best ways to reduce compression of the sciatic nerve is to stretch daily. This can
Exploring Health
Kate Butt
CHRIS SHEPHERD
help to elongate tight inflamed muscles and give the sciatic nerve some breathing room. Another useful way to conquer sciatic pains is to build up your core strength so that you’re not literally sitting on the base of your spine in a slumped over position or a position in which you’re standing with your bum out and knees locked. It’s a great idea to always have your knees slightly bent, your bum tucked in and your shoulders back. Sitting on an exercise ball at your desk instead of in a desk chair can really help to keep your core activated while you work.
A DIRECTORY OF HEALTH & HEALING IN THE KOOTENAYS TO LIST YOUR SERVICE, CALL 354-3910
Acupuncture
Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences Student Clinic .......................................................... 354-1984 Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine551-5283 Jen Cherewaty, RAC, Balance for Body & Soul354-1752 Sara Fujibayashi RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa352-3280 Claudia Kavcic, RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa352-3280 Sandra Mason, RAC ............................................... 551-0110 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................ 352-9890
Ayurveda
Michele P. Greco, Ayur. Practitioner, RMT, AAHE352-5343
Art Therapy
Clearwater Art Therapy ........................................ 505-1100
Astrology
Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings ........... 352-2455
Body Piercing 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.
Using an exercise ball is an excellent way to keep your core active and combat sciatic pains.
Aura & Chakra Biofeedback/Bodywork, Homo Divinus505-5067
Bodywork Thai, Jin Shin Do, dance, Qi Gong, Bliss. Marisa352-3312
Breathwork
Herbalist Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist551-4528
Homeopathy Barbara Gosney, CCH, RSHom, DHom, 2102 Creek St354-1180 Margo MacLaren DHom ...................................... 354-7072
Massage Services 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 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
Nutritionists Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling .............. 505-9854
Pharmacy Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St.352-6928
Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation ...... 227-6877
Reflexology
Coaching
Deidra Corbeil, at Mountain Waters Spa........ 352-3280
Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach ........... 352-3280
Colonics
Hydrotherapy, Living Foods, Coaching .......... 352-6419
Counselling & Consultation
Reiki Karen Hornby, RN, BSN. 507 Baker St., #210 . 509-1850
Sex Therapy
Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy......354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling505-8170 Dienna Raye, MA, Counsellor & Life Coach ... 352-1220 Lee Reid, MA, RCC, Addictions & Trauma ...... 352-3870 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more1-877-688-5565
Dr. David Hersh, Board Certified ....................... 352-0151
Feldenkrais Method
Social Work
Susan Grimble, Classes & Private Sessions1-888-366-4395 Judy Katz, GCFP, Private & Group Lessons .... 352-3319 Physical Problems & Nothing has worked. Experience Ease & Grace. Lessons are $40. Call Hilary ............... 354-7616
Hair Care
Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ........ 354-1202
Shiatsu Deidra Corbeil, RST at Mountain Waters Spa 352-3280 Kimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa......... 354-4408 Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor....................... 505-8044
Spas Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St..................... 352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ..... 354-4408 The Stone Spa, Abby McCormick354-4030 or 551-0599
NATURAL, ORGANIC FOODS & PRODUCTS SINCE 1975 Open 8:00 - 7:00 Mon. to Sat. 295 Baker Street, Nelson 354-4077 www.kootenay.coop
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
July 16, 2008
EXPRESS Page 15
THE HEALTH PAGES Briefly A week long day retreat for young women age 13+
Monday, Aug. 11 to Friday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Nelson Presented by Shared Wisdom Village, this retreat is offered by a collective of women joining their skills and wisdom to support and mentor young women. The focus will be on self-empowerment, creative expression and inner beauty. Mornings will entail experiential workshops and afternoons will be filled with creative expression: movement, voice, painting, clay and writing. The week will be facilitated by Melody Greger, nonviolent communication trainer. The collaborating women and their workshops include: Rosalyn Grady, Teachings from The Council of Grandmothers; Yasmina Cartland, Our Birth, Our Choice, Our Life; Shayla Wright, Big Mind, Big Heart: Our Natural State Of Being; Maryanne Wood, Five Rhythms Dance; Sage Berret, Beyond Cultural Beliefs: Accessing
Inner Knowing. To register contact Melody at (250) 354-4224 or source@sunwater. ca.
Compassionate Communication workshop
Sunday, Aug. 3, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Nelson; study group meeting at 5 p.m. Join local nonviolent communication trainers Melody and Eric for the first Shared Wisdom Village offering. This experiential, introductory workshop will offer tools for expressing honestly, listening empathically and creating heartfelt connections. After the workshop there will be a meeting for those interested in creating peer-led nonviolent communication study groups. There will be a brief talk about what study groups entail and an opportunity to organize groups. All are welcome to come to the workshop and/or the meeting. To register, contact Melody and Eric at (250) 354-4224 or source@sunwater.ca.
Buddha Mom Retreat
Thursday, Aug. 28 to Sunday, Aug. 31 at Baldface Lodge This retreat is for the mothers of kids of all ages. The goal of this retreat is to send moms back home with a refreshed perspective on mothering and a rejuvenated spirit after a weekend of exhilarating activities and inspirational people. Buddha Mom Workshop daily afternoon discussions about how to get the most out of motherhood and be the best you can be by savouring all passing moments – smooth or bumpy. The mission is to go back to the kids with a refreshed heart and soul. There are day hikes, with togo lunches and snacks available, yoga, wilderness journalising with children’s book illustrator Kim Howard and massage appointments are available. The retreat is $850 which includes meals, supplies and workshops. Alcohol and massage are not included.
SHANTI SPONSOR AD TO COME
Page 16 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Classifieds
*Kootenay Reader ads only. Not applicable for businesses or associations Free classifieds not taken by phone. Must be submitted in person, mail, e-mail or fax. Ads accepted for buying, selling, giving, renting, lost & found, etc. All ads must have a phone number. One ad per phone number per week First 15 words are FREE, each additional word 25¢ • Deadline: Thursday noon.
Forward your ad to: 554 Ward St., Nelson, BC V1L 1S9 • Fax: 250-352-5075 • www.expressnews.ca
Submit your FREE reader classified online www.expressnews.ca Deadline: Thursday noon! Announcements HOT OFF THE PRESS! Wednesday, July 23rd from 12-4 p.m. The Habondia Lending Society invites all women to the Nelson & District Women’s Centre (420 Mill St.) for the launch “The New Empower Your Financial Life Handbook”. For more information, please call Michelle Mungall at 5510671. See you there! CONTRACTORS & BUILDERS LIQUIDATION SALE. Tools & materials, July 18, 19, 20. 502 2nd Street, back alley. HAPPY 3-0H! SHANE SPROWL! Wishing you the best for your birthday, and for the year ahead. Love ya lots - Tan and Mom.
Building Materials
#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.
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.
Career Training
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. ENFORM. TIRED of high prices at the pumps? Why not work in the
industry instead of just contributing? The Oil & Gas Industry can provide a unique experience that suits someone who enjoys the outdoors, remote locations and physical challenge. Our industry approved “Pre-Employment Floorhand” course provides training, to individuals with little-to-no experience, to work safely on a drilling rig. 1-800-387-4976 ext. 0.
Car Pool
Mon-Sat any or all days. Leave Winlaw 8 a.m. return from Nelson 5:45 p.m. 250-226-7397 evenings.
Child Care
ENTHUSIASTIC 12 YEAR OLD available to babysit! Call Brynn at 3540575. Thank You!!
Children
CHARMING DARK WOODEN CRIB. Makes a beautiful addition to baby’s room. Can convert to toddler’s bed/daybed and then double bed. Mattress not included. Never used! $350. 352-3371. BABY BACKPACK CARRIER. ‘Vaude’, German made. 3 months & up. No better carrier! Paid $330, sell $180. 505-6600. MOM TO BE IS SEEKING unwanted baby items and clothes, toys etc. dianap@live.ca 250-354-7191.
Computers
ACER 17” LCD MONITOR in mint condition for $110. Call 505-0126.
Education
EXPERIENCED, QUALIFIED ENGLISH/ESL TUTOR. (B.A. Linguistics, SFU. TESL Cert. UBC) 359-0193 flicker45@hotmail.com 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, 604-6838850.
Employment Opportunities
ARMOR BUILDING Systems Ltd. Looking for a responsible and hard working individual for a Crew Chief position in oilfield construction for Brooks & Southern Alberta area. Experience in some or all of the following fields required: Erection of self framing buildings, foam panel buildings, foam panel utilidor, pipe insulation, tank insulation. Very competitive wage package depending on experience. H2S, First Aid required. Safety Program. Benefit packages, Health & Dental Program, RRSP Program. Please fax resume to office: 403362-7290. Attention: Kent or email to kcarmor@telusplanet.net. Phone: 403-362-6637. CAREER CHANGE = well organized couple to manage 60 unit Kelowna motel. Accommodation provided. Fax: 250-763-5616. JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN and/or Inst. Tech. wanted SE Sask. Provincial parks, lakes, golfing, fishing, etc. South East Electric Ltd., Box 1238, Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0. Fax: 306-453-2022. southeastelectric@s asktel.net. LAMONTAGNE CHOCOLATES (a fundraising company) requires fulltime sales reps in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey, Abbotsford area. Home based; vehicle required; exclusive territory; expense allowance. Email resume: gaucoin@lamontagne.ca. GAZETTE PRESS - Cold Web Printer in Alberta requires all levels of press personelle. Competitive salary, benefit package. Contact: Lori Engel. Phone: 780-460-5509; Fax: 780-4608820; Email: lengel@greatwest.ca.
FRESON IGA, an Alberta owned and operated company is seeking a Meat Manager in Valleyview, Alberta. We offer above average compensation, profit sharing, benefits package, performance bonus plan and career opportunities across the province. Send resume to: dewaski@freson. com or fax 780-524-3366. JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Technician or Apprentice for growing GM dealership. Excellent benefits and working conditions. Looking for a change? Apply to Rick Olver, Service Manager. Hunter Motors, Athabasca, AB. 780-675-2917 or 1-800-2725691. BUSY PLUMBING Shop requires person for Inside Sales/Estimating. Must be very familiar with plumbing/ heating. Call: 403-362-4270 or Fax resume: 403-362-6040.
Events
“MORE WILLFUL PURSUITS”, Shakespearean farce. 8 p.m., July 1013 & 17-20, Nelson’s TNT Playhouse. $15 Eddy’s Music. WYRD SISTERS COMING TO NELSON! Sunday July 27th at 8 p.m. at Nelson United Church. Tickets $15 advance at Eddy Music, $20 door. Call 354-0282 for information. QUANTUM TOUCH, the power to heal, 2 day workshop. July 26 & 27 in Nelson. Contact Ani McDowell 250428-5116 for details. YOUíRE INVITED to come to the open house at the Eck Centre (208601 Front Street). Browse through books & video tapes of Sri Harold Klemp. Learn how you can see the light & hear. OENOPHILES interested in forming a group to explore and enhance knowledge and enjoyment of wines. 505-5583.
Financial Services
$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll
Free: 1-877-776-1660.
FREE
USED, BUT WORKING FINE: gas hot water heater, 220V baseboard heater working. 352-2422. DOGHOUSE, METAL ROOFING, particleboard, misc wood, chairs, metal shelf unit, bike, rabbit cages, chickenwire. 357-2560. “COURSE IN MIRACLES” study books and tapes available. Also, new study group being formed. 3529686. JACUZZI BARBECUE. Works fine. Phone 825-9926.
Furniture
UNIQUE SOLID PINE HUTCH/ SIDEBOARD, solid fir hutch, antique sofa. Offers. Photos avail. 250-3595962. SOFA WITH DOUBLE BED sleep surface. 54”x72”x23”. 352-5498. CD/CHINA CABINET, solid fir, custom made $800. Scandinavian china cabinet, 3 sections, solid pine $1500. 359-5962. TWO AUTHENTIC BARCELONA CHAIRS with ottomans for sale. Black leather. Excellent condition. 359-6803. PRECOR TREADMILL, $200. Vilas maple chests of drawers, $150, $100. Large freezer, $50. Complete wine making materials. 352-1752. OUTDOOR PATIO DINING SET. Includes 6 chairs, dining table, 2 footstools. Beige. Excellent condition. $425. 825-3435. DOUBLE “SOFA SOFT” FUTON, black metal frame, blue cover. 2 years old, great condition! $250. 3596837.
Garage Sales
SELLING EVERYTHING from bikes to antiques, truck beds, tables, dressers, chairs. Everything. Call 509-0491 for list. Garage sale, July 19 & 20. 51-7 Queen Victoria, Beasley. YARD SALE Sat, July 19, 8 to 4. Some higher priced items included. 603 7th Street.
Help Wanted
SUPPORT WORKER: COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS is seeking applications for part time Support Workers in Nelson. Includes weekends. Previous experience providing person centered support and assisting with personal care is preferred. Interested applicants should send their resumes to: email (preferred): resumes@commconn.ca mail: CCSS PO Box 373 Nelson, BC V1L 5R2 Applicants must have strong personal values based on self-determination, dignity and autonomy for all individuals. VADIM KRISTOPHER HAIR SALON is currently looking for a talented stylist with 4 or more years experience to join our team. Contact Robin 352-6700. DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profitable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www. wonderdogs.bc.ca. 1-800-961-6616. 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.
Home & Garden
“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 EXPERIENCED HOUSE, PET, GARDEN SITTER with excellent local references. I’m available July 26 onward. 250-354-4485. EXPERIENCED N/S PROF. FEMALE is available to housesit/petsit short/ long term. Refs. available. 250-3084084, email: marlabc2003@yahoo. ca
Lost & Found
FOUND: NIKON DIGITAL CAMERA, Canada Day 10:30 p.m. Call to identify 352-0448. CELL PHONE FOUND IN DONATIONS, Salvation Army. Turned in to Nelson City Police. FOUND CAT, NEUTERED MALE, MANX, mostly black with blue collar, by hospital. Call 250-354-7800. REWARD FOR RETURN OF BLUE MOTOROLA Razor cell phone. Lost around Rosemont/Selkirk College area. 250-354-7140. LOST “CROOKED” SKATEBOARD, Sunday, July 6, 2008 in front of Tribute. Substantial reward offered. 551-0597. LOST ON SELBY STREET, June 28th, at yard sale: black DVD case. 354-0114. LOST CAT. GREY AND WHITE, med. long-haired male cat named Sharky, missing from the top of Stanley Street since June 30. Please call 505-5281 if seen. Reward offered. FOUND: BC FIRST RESPONDER LICENSE at Lakeside Park. Contact Nelson City Police to claim. FOUND ON THE TRACKS behind the Chako Mika Mall, a pink and white shell necklace. Contact 5050351. LOST: PRESCRIPTION EYEWEAR (SUNGLASSES) on the lake near 6 mi. Reward: Ph. 825-4314. FOUND IN SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORE donations: b/w photos from 1940-1960’s. Donated by mistake? 352-9819.
Misc. for Sale
NAKUSP MUSIC FEST weekend passes, x2. Aug 18-20. 551-1693. WOODGRAIN STEREO CABINET, $25. Panasonic microwave, $20. Queen size black velvet bedspread, $50. 229-4415. HOCKEY GOALIE PADS FOR SALE, approximately 36”. Great shape, asking $200 obo. Phone 352-0109. GAS FURNACE, suitable for a small house, 20 yrs old, works great, some ductwork, $100. 352-6926. ANTIQUE LOVESEAT, $400 obo. Porta-potti, $75 obo. 229-4544. 52” RCA HDTV, paid $1200asking $800. Sony 100w surround sound. Paid $800, asking $600. Phone 3598189. JOHN DEERE 410 BACKHOE. Comes with chains & extend-a-hoe. Motor in great shape. Phone 3544558. OAK TABLE WITH 2 LEAVES and 4 chairs. $150. Black faux leather couch $10 obo. 352-0532. VINTAGE STUFFED LIVING ROOM CHAIR, carved wooden feet, green cut velvet, $150. 352-3014. MISC. DARK ROOM EQUIPMENT. I’ve never used, but told it works well. $100 obo. 352-2761. GRANITE SLABS, various sizes & colours. 505-5542. GAS FIREPLACE $100 good condition; 2 kerosene heaters $25 each. 250-229-4563 view at www.sixdirections.com/sale/sale1.htm 4 OLD WOODEN chairs, $22 each. Glider rocker, $40. Dresser, $75. China cabinet, $90. 359-7756. TELEVISION 19” GE, 5 years old,
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
July 16, 2008
Classifieds
like new, $50. 354-3679. 2 WOODEN BABY GATES, adjustable, 3 1/2’ & 5 1/2’. Doll house. Auto shelter, $150. Bathroom sink/faucet $50. 352-0306. 4-15” DODGE TRUCK RIMS w/w/ tires, TV antenna for Slocan Valley, free barbed wire. 250-359-7677. NEW SONICARE REPLACEMENT TOOTHBRUSH HEADS for use with older Advance series handles, $20/pr. 352-6762. HONDA 3500W 120/240V GENERATOR, $650 obo. 7.5 cu. ft. propane fridge, $500 obo. Both items low hours. Phone 250-229-4702. RETIRED QUILTER has many quilts for sale. Phone 352-3625. PUSH LAWNMOWER, $35. Shopvac, $20. Dehumidifier, $25. Electric oil heater, $35. All excellent condition. 352-5155. RED ENAMELED METAL BUNKBED FRAME, single top and double bottom, no mattresses, $30. 354-5354. VINTAGE RECORD PLAYER/RADIO UNIT. 1940’S Grundig Fleetwood model. $300. 250-359-7942. 80W SOLAR PANEL with solar charge controller. Paid $800, asking $500. Contact Bill at elemen0h@hotmail. com 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. NO POWER - NO PROBLEM. Propane refrigerators, ranges, demand water heaters, tanks, gas lamps, regulators, hoses, parts & supplies for home, cabin, or camp. 1-888-754-5054. www.propanewest. ca. 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.
Misc. Wanted
FOR FREE, OLD, FUNCTIONING VCR. 509-1782. DONATIONS OF LINOLEUM. Anything over 6’x12’ in good condition will be accepted. 354-7419. RYOBI 18-VOLT CORDLESS TOOLS (no batteries okay). Hammermill-type garden shredder (no motor okay). Call 366-4321. ROOFTOP CARGO BOX for carrying skis and stuff. Not using one? let’s make a deal! 354-0207. WANTED: OLDER DIGITAL CAMERA for our daughter to take pictures with. $40 or less. 353-2463. WANTED LEGO: Small Legos for my son. 250-505-5337. FIREWOOD, SPLIT OR ROUNDS, fir/larch. Plus a few laying hens. 2267880. UGLY FREE WORKING FRIDGE, CARPET; Not free, attic vents, exterior door, framed mirror. 355-2269.
NEED CLEAN FILL, preferably in the South Slocan area. No invasive weeds please. Call 359-5078.
Music & Dance
THOMAS PLAYMATE ORGAN, double keyboard, excellent shape, with pedals & internal rhythm box. $500. 229-4415. YAMAHA P-140 KEYBOARD. Weighted keys, wood finish with original accesories. Great condition, $950. 505-8399. 1970’S WILLIS, apartment-size, full keyboard piano. Walnut finish w/bench, in good condition $700 obo. 352-7233. CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) ARMSTRONG FLUTE $250, Bonmusica violin shoulder rest $25. 352-1925. KLINE PIANO. Nice sound. $850, will consider offers. 354-7368. VICTORIA STREET STRINGS all level string players welcome. 5055583. ARIA ACOUSTIC-ELECTRIC GUITAR. Built in tuner. Paid $450, asking $200. Call Brittany 509-1980. IBANEZ ARTCORE hollow body 4 string bass guitar w/soft case, hardly used, mint, brown, $450. 365-3538.
Pets & Livestock
WANTED: medium to large outdoor farm dog. 353-2043. LEOPARD GECKO, large 1 1/2 year old. 3 tanks, heat pad, $80. 3598189. FREE KITTENS/CATS, beautiful, loving, excellent with other animals and kids! All litter trained. 226-6963.
Prof. Services
EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER & ORGANIZER. Housecleaning, rental clean-up, declutter. Natural products, local references. Nelson, North Shore. Jenn 505-1822. MONUMENTAL STONE WORKS Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and re-highlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 3540988. TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612.
childcare, construction, clean-up, deliveries, errands, housecleaning, home organizing, landscaping, painting, reception, sewing repairs, tile setting & design, yard clean-up. Call 505-4691.
Services
CRIMINAL RECORDS affect travel to 1 country only. Don’t be misled. Canadian pardons guaranteed at the National Pardon CentreTM. Apply online: www.nationalpardon.org. Call free 1-866-242-2411.
EXPRESS Page 17
DOUBLE KAYAK RIGOT, with 2 wooden paddles and 2 life jackets. 352-9275. FOR SALE, 2006 DEVINCI STOCKHOLM BIKE. Good condition. $250 or best offer. Contact email: carobeaner@gmail.com ADAMS GOLF CLUBS, woods 1,3,5, hybrids 4,5,6,7, irons 8,9,p,s, putter. 229-4644.
Steel Buildings
BIKE FOR SALE: ‘06 Norco six, size M, great shape. $1600 obo. 226-2711. KONA KIKAPU, 18 inch. Ridden one year. Paid $1400, sale price $700. 352-2468.
FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS. Durable, dependable, pre-engineered, all-steel structures. Custom-made to suit your needs and requirements. Factory-direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-6688653 ext. 170 for free brochure. BUILDINGS FOR SALE! “Beat next substantial increase!” 20x30x12 $6000. 25x40x14 $10,200. 30x50x14 $11,400. 35x56x16 $15,500. 40x60x16 $19,900. 50x140x19 $52,000. 60x100x18 $41,500. Others. Pioneer since 1980. 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.com.
Solution to Easy Sudoku
Solution to Hard Sudoku
see puzzle on page 13
see puzzle on page 13
Sports Equipment
NIKKI’S AUTO DETAILING. Wash, vac, shampoo, detail, wax. No job too big or small. 250-304-9579. 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: www.kellygilliam.com DOMESTIC DIVAS is here with quality insured services. Animal care, artwork, baking, bodywork, catering,
Toys & Wheels Auto Financing 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. 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. 1-888859-8666.
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
Cars ‘96 MERCURY TOPAZ. Low km, mint condition, $2400 obo. 551-3311. 1988 VOLVO 240DL. Only 140,000 kms. No rust. Needs a few parts & some TLC but runs. Transmission & motor in good condition. Asking $1,900 obo. Please call 250-427-7439 2003 TOYOTA RAV4 Limited Edition 102,000 km. Fully loaded, nice, clean car. $16,900. 250-352-0076, kpettit@shaw.ca. 2004 PONTIAC SUNFIRE. Excellent condition. Good on gas. 75,000 kms. 5-spd manual. $8200 obo. 505-7621. ‘95 MERCURY SABLE, $2500 obo, 137k auto, fully loaded,runs great, no rust. 551-2413. 1992 CIVIC, very smooth ride, body needs tlc, lots of new parts. $1500 obo. 551-8484. 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN. 4 door, auto, power locks, windows, seat, a/c. $9800. Call 226-7146. DODGE NEON 1998, excellent gas mileage, great condition, $4500, 193000 km, winter tires included. 352-7879. 2002 VW PASSAT. Immaculate, high performance, V6, tiptronic auto/manual transmission. Summer & winter tires, leather, heated seats, AC, sunroof, 130,000 km, one loving owner. Asking $11,750. Call 505-4658 or e-mail barrryauliffe@telus.net RED ‘89 CELICA GTS 247XXX, rebuilt JDM engine in February. Sunroof, changer. $3500 obo. 505-0172. 1970 CHEVELLE 4 DOOR. V8-307 auto. 99,000 miles, in good condition! Can email photos. $1900. 355-2988
Cars 2006 PONTIAC SOLSTICE, dark grey, 25,000 kms. 4 cylinder. Good on gas! $21,900 obo. Tel: 352-1624. 1984 OLDS CUTLASS, running, new tires, new glass $500. 4 VW Jetta rims & tires, $100. 250-229-4503. ‘86 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, ‘92 engine. $1500 obo. 551-3311.
Sleds/Bikes 1998 KLR650, 1993 KLR250, 1990 Suzuki Sidekick, each $3000 obo. 1986 Glendale motorhome, $10,000. 825-9320. 2002 HONDA SHADOW SPIRIT 750. 5800 kms. Back rest, Honda saddle bags, cover. $5900. 359-5926. ‘94 FXR, excellent condition, many extras. 25,000 original kms, custom paint, $14,000 obo. 509-1970. ‘82 YAMAHA SECA 650, excellent condition, runs great! A steal of a deal at $1650 obo. 250-229-4304. 1999 CHEVROLET MALIBU. 145K, good condition. $3800. 352-2747.
Tires/Parts/Other 4 BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/T 265/65 R17 tires, $150. Jennie 354-7812 1995 TRUCK CAMPER, 8’, n/s, very clean, fridge, 3 burner stove, sink, furnace. kootenayseller.com 250-919-2007 COMPLETE 454 ENGINE on propane with turbo. 400 auto transmission. Asking $1500, runs great. 5055005. 27 X 8.5 R14 LIGHT TRUCK steel belted radial tires. Mud & Snow. New. $60 each. 250-352-6399. 3 MONTH OLD GENERATOR, 5000/6250 watts, Briggs & Stratton, great shape $450. 250-551-1555. 235/85-16 TRUCK TIRES, $40/pair. 11R-24.5, 4 for $200. All with rims. 359-8020.
Trucks/SUVs/Vans TOYOTA LANDCRUISER, 1987, diesel, 2-door, BJ70, $2500 obo. 505-3905 1998 CARAVAN, economical minivan, great shape, 180K, 30 mpg. $3600. Ph. 352-9512. 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ‘Sequoia Edition’. Mint condition. Runs perfect. 194,000 km. Fully-loaded, leather, sunroof. $7900. 505-6600.
Trucks/SUVs/Vans
Trailers
‘92 NISSAN PATHFINDER, $500 obo. 505-6205. 1987 BLUE DODGE CARAVAN, mechanically good, new-ish back door, $2,000 obo. Call 352-6570. 1972 VOLKSWAGEN WESTFALIA. Camperized pop-top but no fridge/ stove. Body & engine in good shape. $2200. 505-5711. 1986 DODGE caravan work van, runs well, needs fender and door. 352-3248 1984 DIESEL 3/5 ton ex-cab. $950. 509-0491.
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.
Boats 1999 CAMPION, 20’ 6”, open bow, sport seating, showroom condition, trailer, 19,500. 229-4238. 13 FT. DAY SAILOR with trailer. $1000 obo. 250-352-9133. FULL RAFT PACKAGE: 13 1/2’ Hyside Outfitter Pro (whitewater, floats, expeditions, fishing), NRS rowing frame, oars, paddles, lifejackets, misc. $3400 obo (replacement well over $7000). 352-3720. 26’ CLIPPER MARINE SAILBOAT. 3 sails, Honda 10 HP, 4-stroke, sleeps 5, 8’ dinghy. $5900. 825-9534. 1993 WELLCRAFT ,18’ open bow, Volvo penta, s/s prop, very good condition. $10,500 obo. 352-0191. 18’ OPEN ALUMINUM BOAT, factory built trailer, needs good clean-up, no motor. Best offer. 354-4942. 21’ CABIN CRUISER, deep haul, new interior, rebuilt motor, n/s. See pictures at kootenayseller.com 250426-8804. 14 FT 50 HP W/TRAILER. New tires & rims. Motor needs work. $550 obo. 551-5639. HONDA 8HP FOUR-STROKE BF8A outboard motor. Used as a kicker for 12 hours. Excellent condition. 354-4092 WANTED: AN INEXPENSIVE OR FREE CANOE or small 9’ boat. Please call 505-9097.
Recreational 2004 FLAGSTAFF 8 FT TENT TRAILER, sleeps 6, fridge, stove, heated mattresses, immaculate. $6300. 352-0928. FREE CAMPER with 3-way fridge and stove. Wanted: free fill in vallican. 551-3178.
Answers on page 13
Page 18 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
Organize your green thumb for a good harvest “Honey where’s the rake? I swear I remember putting it in the garage, or is it in the shed?” Does this sound familiar? Do you cringe trying to find a specific garden item around your home? Is it easier just to go out and buy what you need? If gardening has turned into a scavenger hunt for you, it’s time to get organized. Most of us have that shed with broken tools we avoid, five shelves of whatever chemical you may need to kill bugs or nurture plants, yet we still find ourselves in the isles of our favourite garden centres purchasing more and more. Too bad there wasn’t a chemical to use on the consumer bug inside us. Many people think more supplies enhance our gardening abilities
Restoring Order
Jen Heale
but it’s quite the opposite. Declutter your gardening products. Get rid of the duplicates and products you never use. Now, instead of planting all your money on large quantities of cheap products, think hard when shopping for what you really need and have room for. Think
about paying for quality; this helps de-junkify your garden centre. The best way to start is to remove all items, sort, toss/recycle, containerize, and most importantly keep it up. For ease make sure to label all areas of your garden shed. Small wagons, buckets, or hooks on a wall are great inexpensive ways to keep your tools organized. Try to find tools with colour, making them easier to spot. Be sure not to place small tools in large buckets, this starts the scavenger hunt all over again. To avoid critters eating up your seeds use containers such as: pill, vitamin, or other chew resistant bottles. Stay tuned for the next column on creating your own garden journalanother effective way in staying organized.
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).
Homes For Sale PREFAB HOMES DISCOUNTED 50%+!! Green-r-panel building systems sub-prime mortgage disaster order cancellations. 1260sq.ft. Pre-engineered package originally $29,950.00, blowout $14,975.00!!! Other sizes - sacrifice prices! Since 1980/BBB. 1-800-871-7089. Summer/ Fall delivery available!
Real Estate
THINKING OF SELLING? Get a FREE, no obligation market evaluation of your home. Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 Fairview Brickworks House in prime location close to schools, Lakeside Park, shopping and mall. Private yard fruit trees, garden, perennial gardens, fishpond and multi decks to enjoy. 3-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, custom gourmet kitchen, Bosch appliances, granite countertops. Many storage areas. 16x29 foot shop. Quick possession. View on propertyguys.com ID # 196044. $497,000. 352-5686 to view. SOLID 6 BEDROOM. Outbuildings, 8 acres, near Nelson. Furnished main floor, rental income $1000/mo. - mortgage helper. 505-2060. PRIVATE, LEVEL, FORESTED 3 ACRES in Pass Creek. On friendly, quiet road. $135,000. 365-1080. BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED HERITAGE FAMILY HOME in Slocan Village for sale. Safe community, excellent school, pristine recreation. Asking $365,000. 355-2440 LOWER ROSEMONT, large fenced, flat yard. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1000 sq. ft. up, 1000 sq. ft. down. Large deck, great view, off-street parking. Quiet neighbourhood, close to schools,
parks & golf. $339,000. 354-7693. 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. OPEN HOUSE: July 26. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 111 Richards St., Nelson. 3+ bdrm, dbl garage, studio, 4 lots. Asking $489,000. View www.kootenayproperty.com for more info. Or call 250-354-4580. WATERFRONT LOT. Fully serviced with spectacular views of Kootenay Lake/mountains. Asking $399K. Call Brent 604-715-9181. CUTE 3 BEDROOM ROSEMONT HOUSE. Great location, great views. Minutes walk from downtown. Well loved. 352-9235.
Rentals BRIGHT ONE BDR SUITE in quiet Uphill building, coin-op w/d, storage, ns/np, $560 inclusive. 780-8656140. BACHELOR SUITE IN NELSON available now or Aug 1. Suitable for one person. NS/NP. 505-1178. NEW MOBILE, 600 sq. ft. 1 1/2 bedroom, a/c, appliances, Q.B., ns/np, $575 + utilities. 229-2226. ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH BALCONY in beautiful, downtown, heritage duplex. W/d, n/s. $1000 including heat and internet. Phone 352-7646. LUXURY VACATION RENTAL, furnished. Available September. $2000 p/month. 1 year lease. 250-352-9133. trek@peakfreaks.com LARGE, TRANQUIL SETTING. Artists studio, self-contained, close
to downtown. $300 + heat in winter. Must See. Innessa 505-0621. 1 BEDROOM APT. No pets! No smokers! $800 mo. Incl. utilities etc. 250-352-7884. LARGE, FURNISHED, BUS FOR RENT. Quiet, clean, responsible person. No pets/smoking. Working person please. 357-9905. HERITAGE HOME, FURNISHED, 3 fireplaces, large yard, garden, garage, 4 bedrooms, & master suite, Uphill, $2400 monthly. 352-2510.
Rentals Commercial
STORAGE SPACE FOR ART & VALUABLES. Feel confident your precious things will be cared for by responsible local. Climate control possible. Innessa 505-0621. DOWNTOWN HERITAGE OFFICE (therapy), glassed-in patio, views, large closet, parking, includes utilities. NS/ND/NP. $425/mo + gst. 3525757.
Rentals Wanted
COUPLE WITH CAT require 1-2 bedroom in Nelson. Good renters, references. Jen 352-3436 evenings. SECOND YEAR SELKIRK STUDENT LOOKING to rent/share for August 27 to May. References Chase 250-5050435. CLEAN, QUITE & MATURE college student needs to put roof over my head to study, sleep & eat. Aug. to Oct. Phil 403-796-5877. 1 GIRL & 1 VERY CHILL old dog looking for quiet rental in Nelson area. Natalka: 352-5294 talkasemail@gmail.com SINGLE MOM OF 1 desperately
CHRIS SHEPHERD
seeking 2 bdrm house, apt, mobile home, ASAP. 352-1621. URGENT. Prof. Looking for rental in nelson. 2 bedroom, n/p, single. For the end of july. Please call 250-4923235 cell 250-809-4565. CLEAN, RELIABLE, SINGLE YOUNG WOMAN requires affordable housing in town. Offering childcare. Leah 3529876. NEEDED AUG 1st/08. House/apartment in Nelson area. Call Ron 250551-3207 or 250-352-2225. REINCARNATED MERMAID LOOKING TO RENT somewhere near Kootenay Lake, preferably year-round. Excellent tenant, straight as an arrow. Would also consider houseboat. 250-777-0825 happyhearts_is@hotmail.com 22 YEAR RESIDENT. Responsible, clean, mature, requires 2 bedroom $500-$700/mo. Including utilities, w/d access, small deck or patio. 3540471. FAMILY LOOKING: 2/3 bdrm house in Nelson area, start August, school district employed, references. 802860-4713. TWO RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTABLE WOMEN seeking 2 bdrm accommodation. N/S, N/P, Aug or Sept 1st. 250-428-5876, 250-4281302. STUDENT FROM OKANAGAN SEEKING ACCOMMODATION for Sept. 1st. 1-2 bedroom self-contained apartment or suite. 250-838-7237. ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR YOUNG SENIOR. Non-smoker/nondrinker, no pets, long term, reliable, great tenant. 352-6173.
Shared Accom.
RUSTIC OFF-GRID CABIN NEAR
SLOCAN. Supports Afghan family. $125 plus work trade. Land co-op. 226-7311. FURNISHED ROOM IN SUNNY BLEWETT, 12 minutes to Nelson. Internet, laundry, wood heat. $400/ hydro. 354-4682. QUIET WORKING OR STUDENT FEMALE WANTED to share cozy heritage home with professional woman. NS/NP. Avail. Aug 1. $450/ month. 354-8175. BEDROOM FOR RENT in sunny Blewett, newly renovated home, huge yard, close to beach. 352-7800. LOOKING FOR FEMALE ROOMMATE, working/student, 1824, to share 2 bedroom apartment downtown. $400+. 505-9685.
Vacation - House Rentals
TIMESHARE FORECLOSURES— Save 60-80% off retail! Best resorts & seasons! Call for free catalogue today! 1-800-597-9347. Browse hundreds of worldwide properties online. www.holidaygroup.com/bcn.
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca
July 16, 2008
EXPRESS Page 19
HOMES & GARDENS
What’s that white powder in my basement? I just moved into a rental house. Now all the former tenant’s boxes are gone I can see patches of chalky, white powder along my concrete basement walls. Could it be mould? What should I do about it? There are several different kinds of white deposits found on foundation walls. Fortunately, they fall into two simple categories. The first class of deposits is mould. Some tenants and homeowners are horrified by the discovery of mould, even though there is often little reason to be alarmed. Some moulds present no health hazard whatsoever to humans. After all, moulds are a functional part of our ecosystem and as old as life itself on the planet. However, some moulds do present health risks to humans. The only sure way to determine the risk is to have a sample of the mould tested by a qualified laboratory. An air quality investigator will take samples of the mould as well as your indoor air and dust particles to determine if the moulds have
Home Front
Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Dale Olinyk
Due to a busy work schedule this summer, Lynch Building Inspection is taking a break from writing the column and the Express will run archived columns.
The only sure way to determine the risk is to have a sample of the mould tested by a qualified laboratory.
spread to other locations throughout your home. Remediation is often a complex combination of factors the air quality investigator prescribes after analyzing your building and site conditions to determine all the measures required to ensure the moulds do not return after the completion of a thorough cleanup. The second possible type of deposit on your foundation walls is a harmless salty byproduct of a chemical reaction between water and the calcined limestone mixture in your concrete walls. The technical name for this powder is efflorescence. This white chalky substance indicates there is seasonal dampness from outside your basement walls wicking through the concrete to the interior surfaces you observe. Efflorescence is a sign that you should take measures to control water in the yard adjacent to the affected walls. Often a simple set of gutters, downspouts and downspout leaders will significantly help dry the interior surfaces of these basement walls.
Bill, Paul and Dale 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
FILL NEEDED 1X2”
REMAX WEATHER AD
Page 20 EXPRESS
July 16, 2008
www.expressnews.ca
express@expressnews.bc.ca