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CITY OF NELSON NEWSLETTER – 20

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INSIDE Problems for power exporting Nelson Hydro’s power exporting deal under threat from BC Hydro. PAGE 6

Ymir’s water

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City to give RDCK city land beside NDCC once banquet hall/gym fully funded

Regional director expects growth as new water filtration system introduced. PAGE 3

Reefer Madness! The evils of reefer brought to Nelson’s stage, in song! PAGE 10 Editorial . . . . Street Talk . . Crossword . . A&E . . . . . . . . Events . . . . . . Health Pages Classifieds . .

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by Chris Shepherd Council reaffirmed their willingness to give up city land beside the hockey arena so local service clubs can build a banquet hall/gym. Councillor Margaret Stacey was the only councillor opposed to the motion, which approved, in principle, transferring seven lots at the corner of Hall and Front Streets to the Regional District of Central Kootenay. The transfer would be subject to successful fundraising and construction of the project, spearheaded by the Nelson Italian Canadian Society and supported by the city’s Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions and Gyro clubs. Stacey said she wanted to see a more in-depth business plan and analysis of the projected use of the facility. “I think it needs a lot of fleshing out,” Stacey said, asking for more projections before she would consider handing over city land. Bernie Van Hooft, director of recreation for the Nelson and District Community Complex (NDCC), said the new facility would be good for the complex. “The additional space would be useful for the things we already do, like tournaments,” Van

I think it needs a lot of fleshing out. Councillor Margaret Stacey, explaining why she opposed the project NELSON BECKER

Hooft told council at their Monday, Oct. 6 meeting. The Nelson Italian Canadian Society would head fundraising efforts for the project, estimated to cost $3.1 million, and then see to the building construction. They would then hand the building over to the Regional District of Central Kootenay. The multi-use facility would have banquet facilities for 500 people and also serve as a gymnasium. The building would use the existing parking lot and shower facilities at the community complex. See NO IMPACT p.6…

Hailee Gerun, pictured with mom Lua Gerun, is raising money for breast cancer research. Hailee made glass bead necklaces in an effort to raise $500. Necklaces will be sold for $10 each on Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Safeway, 211 Anderson St. If all 50 necklaces do not sell, the remainder will be available the following week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Safeway’s floral shop. For more information, call Lua at (250) 352-9710.

And the candidates are . . . Municipal, regional district and school district candidates announced by Chris Shepherd With the federal election complete (the Express went to press before results were released), candidates for local governments and the school board have been announced. In Nelson’s mayoral race there is David Aaron, John Dooley (incumbent), Gord McAdams and Philip McMillan. For the Nelson’s six councillor positions, Kim Charlesworth and Donna Macdonald have entered the race against incumbents Bob Adams,

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Robin Cherbo, Debra Kozak, Ian Mason and Margaret Stacey. For local school trustee spots, Randy Brieter, Bill Maslechko, Victoria Vaseleniuck and Bob Wright have announced their intention to run for the city’s two representatives. For RDCK Area D, Andew Shadrack (incumbent) and Lawrence Greenlaw are running. For RDCK Area E, Garry Kalinsky and Ramona Faust are running. In RDCK Areas F and G, Ronald Mickel and Hans

Cunningham (incumbent) are the only candidates. In RDCK Area H, Walter Popoff, Stephan Martineau, and Don Munro (incumbent) are running In the Village of Slocan’s mayoral race are John Gates and Madeleine Perriere. For Slocan’s four councillor positions Tamara Matthews, Hillary Elliot (incumbent), Jean Patterson, Matthew Roshinksky, Patricial McGreal and Jessica Lunn have entered the race. Election day is Saturday, Nov. 15.

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Celebrating God through arts G7W Christian Apparel offers the Christians a stylish, environmentally sound way to wear their faith by Chris Shepherd After visiting G7W Christian Apparel, a person can literally wear their faith on their sleeve. Penny DeMarquis calls the thick warmers God wraps and they’re just one of many different types of clothing she has in her new store at 110-601 Front St. Her store is in the building’s basement but the store is brightly lit and painted to show off the wide variety of clothes, books, and artwork that all celebrate the Christian faith. “I really want this to be a community store,” DeMarquis says. Customers will find edgy, new ways to wear their faith, she says. Almost all of the hats, toys, and clothes are made or designed in Nelson and she’s always looking for more artists and designers to add to the store. Many of the items are made from recycled clothing. The hats are made from recycled shirts that have been washed, broken down into their component parts and then made into hats. Reusing is important to DeMarquis.

“I just think we’ve become such a throwaway society. We’ve got to start taking care of our planet.” That taking care extends to people as well. Some of the people who contribute goods to G7W have a disability. “Whatever gifting they have, I would like to see the store be an outlet for that.” People can go to G7W and ask for customized items too. DeMarquis points to God’s Little Monkey’s, small dolls made from recycled clothes with scripture on their back. The scripture and even design of the monkey can be personalized to someone, DeMarquis says. “Come in and tell us what the gift is about and we can do it for you.” The personal touch is a vital feature to DeMarquis. “This store is not mine. It’s God’s store. I’m looking for people who want this place to flourish.” DeMarquis can be reached at (250) 352-2433, godswarriors7@yahoo.com or through her website at www.g7w. ca. G7W is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Penny DeMarquis shows off a pair of God wraps and example of God’s Little Monkey.

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Briefly Face reading workshop

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Saturday, Nov. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 9 at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences, 303 Vernon St. The Wisdom of Your Face workshop The Heart of Compassionate will be lead by author Jean Haner. Communication Chinese face reading is based on the same ancient principles as acupuncture Mondays, starting Oct. 20 to Nov. 24, 6 p.m. and traditional Chinese medicine and is to 8 p.m. at A Balanced Path, a valuable resource for practitioners of 523 Josephine St. This six week course will be an expethe healing arts or anyone with a desire �� to learn more about themselves, their riential introduction to the non-violent health and life � destiny. �� communication (NVC) process. Participants will learn and practice The course will teach people how to � �� spot a person’s inner nature and causes how to speak authentically without of health problems from observation of judgement or blame, empathize with �� others no matter how they express themthe face. The workshop is $375 for the weekend selves, and stay empowered and compas�� sionate in times of upset or conflict. or $200 for �� a Saturday-only option. For more information, contact Upon completion of the two day workSunwater at (250) 354-4224 or visit www. shop attendees will be given a certificate �� of completion and 13 continuing-educa- sunwater.ca. tion credits. The course is $150

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Water system good for Ymir’s growth RDCK director expects community to expand as it sheds 27-year-old boil-water advisory; residents unhappy with cholorine added to water by Chris Shepherd Ymir could see a surge in growth with a new water system that will lift a decades-old boil-water advisory off the mountain community. Hans Cunningham, director for Area G in the Regional District of Central Kootenay, says the water filtering plant for Ymir will go online within the next month and with that, he expects a 27-yearold boil water advisory will be lifted. Cunningham says the water advisory has prevented the sale of Crown land in the area and more government owned lots will become available once the boil water advisory is lifted “There are a lot of Crown lots in Ymir. We’re expecting to see some kind of growth. And the

We’re expecting to see some kind of growth. And the system has been designed to accommodate growth. Hans Cunningham, RDCK director for Area G

system has been designed to accommodate growth.” The new system will run the water through several filters that remove everything over one micron (one millionth of a metre or 0.00003937 inches) in size. Then the water goes through an ultra violet light filter, meant to kill the smallest bacteria and viruses. Finally, the water is chlorinated. This makes it easier to test the water system to determine it is working properly. The chlorine also can kill contamination that enters the water system after filtration. That last chlorination step has some residents concerned. Logan, who doesn’t use a last name, organized a petition against the new plant and the addition of chlorine. “Remove the chlorine at the end of the whole

filtration process. Just give us the filtered water without any chlorine in it. That would be very satisfactory.” Cunningham says he knows the chlorine is unpopular with residents but adds Interior Health requires the chemical be used. “Ymir has been under a boil-water order for 27 years,” says Cunningham. “Quite frankly the people were quite happy with that. They think Ymir water is beautiful and I have a tendency to agree with them.” The director says they came up with a compromise. The chlorine stays in the water system and the RDCK will sell Ymir residents industrial charcoal filters that remove the chlorine from the water for $1.

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Briefly Take it Off day Saturday, Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Nelson Trading Company, 402 Baker St. This is the first annual Take it Off party. Through this event and the Pantene Beautiful Lengths program, people have the power to pass along a meaningful gift to a woman undergoing

treatment for cancer. Several women have pledged to donate their hair so it may be used for wigs for cancer patients. Anyone wishing to donate their hair can do so during the event. Organizers will have hairdressers on site and all the supplies, they’ll even ship the donation for you. Call (250) 354-2000 or visit Annie’s Boutique (in the Nelson

Trading Company) before the event to register. It takes six eight-inch ponytails to create a wig. There will be entertainment, a fashion show, door prizes, raffles, and fun for everyone. For more information call Anne Cavicchi at Annie’s Boutique or by calling (250) 354-2000.

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The Haunted House of Taghum Friday, Oct. 31, from dark until 10:30 p.m. at Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd., by the old bridge. The Taghum Hall Society is hosting the Haunted House of Taghum. Terri Maglio as the

creative director has brought her years of experience to the hall and is day by day transforming the area into the Haunted House of Taghum. People are cautioned to move slowly and walk

carefully as they move through the interactive display. There are moving parts high and low and lots to see. The project takes six weeks to complete and will culminate with a one night only showing.

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The future of Baker Street’s west end Multiple projects in the works to bring new life to lower end of city’s main street

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by Chris Shepherd The west end of Baker Street could become much busier if several projects by the City of Nelson and Chamber of Commerce come about. The two are working on upgrading the Baker Street bridge, creating a new transit transfer There’s a good cross-section station and renovating and opening but there’s opportunity for the abandoned CP Rail station. The City of Nelson is working more development down on the bridge and transfer there as well. I think it station and is applying for two becomes another gateway to government grants that could Baker Street. provide $1,134,000 for the bridge Tom Thomson, work and $112,319 for the transit executive director of the exchange. Nelson Chamber of Commerce The total cost of the bridge project, which includes work on the roads leading up to the bridge, would be $1,729,350. The City’s waiting area and public washrooms share would be $595,350 at the old railway station. Mayor John Dooley said it The station itself is the project would be a positive thing for the of the Chamber of Commerce. community if the projects came Tom Thomson, executive about. director of Nelson’s Chamber of “That end of town has been, for Commerce, was encouraged by years, identified as an area that we a recent meeting with a CP Rail would like to upgrade if possible.” official that could mean progress The transit exchange would take on the chamber acquiring the buses that come from outside the abandoned rail station. city and provide an area where the Thomson met with Dave buses could pull right off the street Courville – CPR’s director for real �� to unload passengers. Currently, estate, west – on Tuesday, Sept. �� buses stop at the corner of Ward 30 and spoke about the original �� and Baker Street. memorandum of understanding Some of the transit exchange the chamber and rail company �� grant would be used to build a agreed on in 2006.

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Thomson said the Chamber of Commerce board is pleased with how the discussions are going. “Other groups and organizations have approached CP Rail in the past about acquiring that building and nobody has ever gotten to the point that we have.” Fixing up the building, which was built in 1900, should cost around $4 million, said Thomson. To make it happen, Thomson said it will take money from the regional district, City of Nelson, province, feds, Columbia Basin Trust and just about any other funding agency out there to make it happen. “The Chamber of Commerce could very well also have to carry a considerable mortgage to make it go.” That would be a marked change for the chamber, which currently owns the property and building it uses now. The challenge is to make the building, which holds 14,000 square feet, pay, Thomson said. A combination of retail and office space could allow the chamber to take on the project. There’s is a lot of potential to grow in the area, Thomson said. “There’s a good cross-section but there’s opportunity for more development down there as well,” says Thomson. “I think it becomes another gateway to Baker Street.”

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Opinions & Letters Concerns about judge’s comments in Holy Smoke trial

Editorial Plan the west end of Baker Street like the waterfront should be planned Several projects around the west end of Baker Street are moving along and that’s an exciting prospect. Revitalizing that end of Nelson’s downtown would be a boost to the businesses already there and would extend our downtown by several blocks. The prospects are encouraging and we hope the City of Nelson starts planning for what that part of town will look like as soon as possible. While that area is not the central waterfront, an area the population has strongly held ideas about, it is still one that needs our attention. Flat land, regardless of its industrial past, is a rare and therefore valuable commodity in Nelson. Its fate needs to be extensively debated. Much of that land belongs to CP Rail, but there’s a chance it could someday turn to the city. We must prepare for that eventuality now, not at the last minute. There have been calls from the community (and from this newspaper) for a official waterfront plan and work on the lands at the west of Baker Street should be included in that visioning. There are many options for the land and here’s just a few that spring to mind: a RV park; a track and field; a field that could be used by visiting circuses or fairs; or light, non-polluting industry (like furniture manufacturing or electronics). There are doubtless many other ideas for the lands and residents will have strong feelings and reasons for and against all of them. It’s important we start the discussion now so when the time comes, our civic leaders will have a clear plan already developed that will guide their decisions and create something to celebrate in Nelson and the entire West Kootenay.

Fish Heads & Flowers

Flowers - to the lovely stranger who brought a tired clerk a cup of coffee. - Made my day! Fish heads - to shoppers who hassle shop owners about american/canadian pricing discrepancies! We’re still paying a higher wholesale price! - Tired of being bullied. Flowers - to the young-atheart couple who cleaned up Red Sands beach over the last couple of months, especially after the August campers. They toted out many large bags of garbage to the dump. Now it is back to its lovely and pristine condition for all to enjoy! Fish heads - to the people who leave their beer cans, broken bottles, take-out

containers and assorted garbage on the beach. - Show some respect for the environment! Flowers - to the owners of heritage homes who opened them up to the public. Thank you for all the hard work and resources you have put forth to ensure our wonderful heritage homes live on for future generations. - Long time Nelsonite Fish heads - to the person at Cottonwood Falls Fair. The reason my partner took more than a minute to move his vehicle out of your way was because he was waiting for me, a woman. He was not, as you commented, being “just like a man - can’t tell time”. - Grab some serenity!

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Dear editor, In your report of the Holy Smoke trial (“Holy Smoke 4” guilty, Oct. 1), the defendants claimed that they provided customers with safe marijuana that could also be used as medicine. In response, Judge Donald Sperry said that the undercover police who were sold marijuana

there wanted it for neither purpose. The response by the judge is irrelevant. By analogy, people buy condoms mainly to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. That some people buy them to use as water containers has

no bearing on whether condoms should be sold or not. The motive of the buyer is irrelevant to the argument of the defence that Holy Smoke has provided a community service. John Rowell, Nelson

Holy Smoke Four right to oppose prohibition Dear editor, Judge Donald Sperry was wrong to quickly dismiss the “Holy Smoke Four’s” necessity defence. Judge Sperry said the undercover police officers who bought the marijuana were neither underage, sick or concerned with quality. First, it is true that the undercover police officers were not underage. If they were underage, they would not have obtained marijuana. The Holy Smoke Four stated that they only sold marijuana to people over the age of 19. That was a responsible business practice. Second, the Holy Smoke Four sold to many sick people. I’m sure that medical users consider their medicine a necessity. Holy Smoke should not have to watch sick people suffer or possibly die in order to prove

their defence of necessity for selling marijuana. Third, regarding quality, I assume they were not buying for personal use. So, it didn’t matter to them if the marijuana was safe or organic. I applaud the Holy Smoke Four for opposing marijuana prohibition. It is dangerous to hand over a $7 billion per year B.C. industry to organized crime. Prohibition only creates rich, greedy gangs with their violence and drug turf wars. It is indeed a “necessity” to end marijuana prohibition and create a safe, legal and regulated market. Herb Couch, Nelson

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Street Talk What are you thankful for?

My health and the health of my friends and family. Chris Devantier, Vancouver

Zandee right to avoid peace movement events Dear editor, In your Wednesday, Oct. 1 edition, reporting on the federal election debate, it stated that the NDP MP Alex Atamanenko chastised Conservative

Rob Zandee because Zandee had not been seen at a peace movement. I am glad that Zandee has not attended any “peace” rallies, because it demonstrates that he has

much better judgement on world affairs than Atamanenko. Roger Pratt, Nelson

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I’m thankful that we live in such a beautiful place. We are so lucky everyone seems happy and content amid all the things that are happening in the world. Adrian Mrdeza, Vancouver

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News Power deal threatened BC Hydro has problem with Nelson Hydro exporting power by Chris Shepherd An electricity-selling deal praised as a way to raise money for the city without tapping the taxpayer has come under attack from BC Hydro. The Crown corporation has asked the B.C. Utilities Commission if it can change its deal with FortisBC – which supplies Nelson Hydro with electricity. If the change is approved, it would no longer be economical for Nelson Hydro to sell it’s own power on the market. The challenge came as a surprise to Mayor John Dooley. “I was surprised because we felt we were doing the right thing there. It’s just that simple.” Dooley says selling electricity has been a big plus for taxpayers. “When you look at the pressures that municipalities are under these days, anytime you can find new sources of revenue it’s always a very positive thing.” The new source of revenue was first announced in July 2008. Nelson Hydro hired NorthPoint Energy Solutions Inc. to sell electricity generated at the city’s Bonnington Falls hydroelectric facility. So far, the deal has raised $150,000 for the

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city. The deal does not commit Nelson Hydro to supply a set amount of power. The municipal utility meets the power demands of its own customers by buying electricity from FortisBC. Under the

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deal, NorthPoint would only sell Nelson Hydro’s power when the going rate was higher than what the city would pay to FortisBC. BC Hydro is involved because FortisBC often buys the Crown corporation’s power to

sell to Nelson Hydro, explains Alex Love, general manager for Nelson Hydro. “BC Hydro doesn’t want us to use that energy for that purpose [covering Nelson Hydro’s sale of power] because they could use that energy to serve their own customers or export it themselves.” When Nelson Hydro entered into its agreement with NorthPoint, it became a competitor with BC Hydro. “It’s a field where there’s lots of competitors so we’d be one more out of many,” Love says. BC Hydro wants to amend its contract with FortisBC to not allow FortisBC to sell power to Nelson Hydro if Nelson Hydro exports power, Love says. “This amendment wouldn’t stop us from selling power. It would just change the economics of it so we wouldn’t want to sell power.” FortisBC could still buy power from other sources, Love says, but he doubts they would be as cheap as BC Hydro’s power. The B.C. Utilities Commission has to approve the amendment and the interested parties – Nelson Hydro has asked to take part – will make written arguments, due by Monday, Dec. 15. Love expects a decision in early 2009.

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The cutest puppy ever, has just made his way home to Nelson. Rex, our 8 week old heart breaker is sure turning a lot of heads. One person even comented “Anyone who is anyone would have an Airedale Terrier!” Now that I am a proud puppy owner I understand why dogs are taught to fetch your slippers. They’re the only ones who know where they are!

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Van Hooft said the facility would be run by NDCC staff and user fees would cover the additional costs. “There would be no impact on taxpayers,” Van Hooft told council. The City of Nelson pays for roughly 64 per cent of the NDCC operating costs and councillors asked for assurances city taxpayers wouldn’t be on the hook for more. Van Hooft said it wouldn’t take long to make the new facility revenue neutral. “Probably within a year or so. I’ve been very conservative in my estimates.” Other hotel operators have expressed concern about adding more banquet space to the city, an issue Coun. Deb Kozak brought up. Dominic Porco, treasurer for the Nelson Italian Canadian Society, fielded that question.

I think there will always be opposition. I think once it’s built the benefits will be seen. Dominic Porco, treasurer for the Nelson Italian Canadian Society

“I think there will always be opposition. I think once it’s built the benefits will be seen.” Van Hooft said past experience with the community complex has shown the community will use the new facility. “We’ve shown here in Nelson that if you build it, they will come.”

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Seventh annual homelessness action week offers lots to do in Nelson The City of Nelson and the province of British Columbia have proclaimed Sunday, Oct. 12 to Sunday, Oct. 19 Homelessness Action Week. During these seven days, the Nelson Committee on Homelessness (NCOH) ramps up its activities to raise awareness and start actions to end homelessness. This year, NCOH is co-ordinating several events that will connect the community to the issues and to each other so that people can make homelessness and poverty

history. Bruce Morrison, from Investors Group, Osprey Community Foundation and the 2003 Nelson Citizen of the Year, is the honourary chair this year. “Ending homelessness in our region takes the entire community working together on a variety of issues,” says Morrison. “I am very pleased to be working with NCOH to bring people together.” The schedule includes: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m.

at the TNT Theatre, Carbonate and Ward St.: Homes End Homelessness Community Forum. NCOH is presenting the film Homelessness: the “Housing First” Approach, followed by a panel and audience discussion. Thursday, Oct. 16, 11:30 a.m. at the Bester Wester Baker Street Grill: Honorary chair Bruce Morrison invites the business community to join him for lunch to talk about the relationship between affordable housing and employee recruitment, retention

and reliability. Order lunch and talk about housing affordability’s impact on the local economy, and what local businesses can do. Friday, Oct. 17, 12 p.m. at Nelson City Hall: STAND for Housing is a noon-hour rally where participants are looking to break last year’s Guinness World Record for the most people to stand up for a single cause in one day. Last year 43 million people around the world stood up. Join everyone in front of city hall to beat the world record. To keep

warm, soup from Ariah’s Edible Creations will be served. Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Central School Gym: Community Connect Day features a variety of services that help both homeless people and those struggling to make ends meet. Individuals and families are welcome to access services, relax in the café and get municipal voter information For more information, phone (250) 551-1104. – submitted

Briefly (e.g. books, bicycles, clothing, toys, furniture, etc.) together at the front of their properties. Residents should clearly display a “T2T” sign so that treasure hunters will know which items are available for the taking. By 4 p.m. the same day, all remaining items must be returned inside their respective residences. For more information, visit www.rdck.bc.ca.

Winter sports swap

Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Crescent Valley Hall, roughly three kilometres north on Hwy. 6 from the junction with Hwy. 3A This year the annual Sport Swap hosted by Slocan Valley Recreation moves to the Crescent Valley Hall. If you have winter sports gear you no longer use, or are looking for some sporting equipment to help you enjoy the snowy months ahead, then this might be the event for you. Skis, skates, snowboards, winter clothes – everything might just be waiting at this long running event. People with items to sell should drop them off between 9:15 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. Ten per cent of the selling price go to Slocan Valley Recreation, to a max. of $20 per item. Payouts or unsold items can be picked up between 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Slocan Valley Rec reserves the right to charge a non-refundable $1 per item for certain items wishing to be sold. All items should be in good working condition. Contact the rec office at (250) 226-0008 for more information.

Who lives in the wilds?

Saturday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m. at the Vallican Whole Community Centre, 3762 Little Slocan River Rd. This event offers the opportunity to learn all about the animals who live all around the Slocan Valley. Hunters, trappers, fishers, biologists and just plain folks will look at slides and share stories about their

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The top three finishers in each age category were: Men 20 to 29: Mitchell Bourne, 43 minutes, 47 seconds; Nils Anderson, 46:26; Chauncy CHRIS SHEPHERD Firefighter Scott Jeffery practices how to open a window on car at the Nelson Fire Department’s fire hall on Friday, Blair, 46:41. Oct. 10. 30 to 39: Brian Dedemus, 50:32; Dean Cockill, 50:37. 40 to 49: John Kramer, 38:17; Scott Spencer, 39:52; experiences with all these other as Eurasian water-milfoil, quagga Trash to Treasure Day David Pacthau, 41:02. mussel, and zebra mussel, can Saturday, Oct. 25 living beings. �� 50 to 59: Sean McGinnis, This event is sponsored by impact local biodiversity, threaten �� In celebration �of Waste the Vallican Whole, and will rare species, clog up waterways Reduction Week (Oct. 19 to 46:26. Women take place in the neighbourhood for swimming and boating, and 25), the Regional�� District �� 13 to 15: Lauren Degroot, impact fish habitat. Once they around the Whole. are introduced, they are easy to of Central Kootenay is 46:48. �� 16-19: Sonja Poole, 54:46. spread on boating equipment, organizing Trash to��Treasure (T2T) Day. Aquatic invaders in the 20-29: Jaimee Beaupre, fishing gear, and even rubber T2T Day is a zero-waste 49:53; Marley Bassett, 54:47; boots. West Kootenay This free workshop will show focused event, which provides Amy Titsworth, 57:03. �� Thursday, Oct. 23, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 30 to 39: Kim Taylor, 47:18; people how to identify the residents with an opportunity at the Prestige Lakeside Resort and invasive species, try out sampling to give away unwanted, but Janice Poetsch, 51:28; Sheri Convention Centre, 701 Lakeside Dr. equipment and learn what they useful, household items to Allarie, 52:57. This workshop is for can do to prevent their spread. those who may find value in 40 to 49: Kim Irving, people who enjoy boating, 45:33; Cindy Fry, 51:20; Barb Pre-register by contacting the them. kayaking, fishing, bird watching Central Kootenay Invasive Plant On Saturday, Oct. 25, Augsten, 52:12 and swimming in the West Committee at (250) 352-1160 or residents are encouraged 50 to 59: Sarah Dobell, Kootenay. e-mail coordinator@kootenaywe to place any gently-used, 53:47; Becke Gray, 54:38; Invasive aquatic species, such eds.com. unwanted household items Audrey McNally, 57:15.

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Active opportunities for seniors Get Fit, Stay Fit, Have Fun is a drop-in program that targets seniors. It takes place every Tuesday and Friday, until Friday, Dec. 19, at the Kiwanis Activities Room, 701 Gordon Rd. There are three parts to the program. Level one, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. is designed for seniors with limited mobility and/or energy. Soft balls for hand exercises, chairs and stretch elastic are the equipment used. Level two, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. involves more vigorous action. Large inflatable balls and stretch elastic are the necessary equipment. Level three, from 11:35 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., involves walking for exercise. Walking poles can be used if desired. Music from the 1940s and 1950s will help set the mood. Although the program is designed for seniors, it is not limited to seniors. A fee of $4 per day is required. Also, before a person begins any activity, they must sign a liability waiver. It would also be helpful to check with instructor Elaine Thompson about which exercise supplies

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it would be helpful to bring, and which she has in sufficient supply. Elaine’s number is (250) 352-6970, and her e-mail is elaine.t@shaw.ca.

Still time to sign up for snow removal George Millar

If you didn’t vote, you have no right to complain about the results.

Wednesday, Oct. 15 was the deadline set by the Seniors Resource Centre for people to express interest in a snow removal program for seniors. It is hoped that some youth organizations might see this as a combined public service and fundraiser, and respond to the challenge. Also, there is a need to know just how many seniors would desire the service. If you belong to either group, and you haven’t called the resource centre yet, you can reach them at (250) 352-7078.

Briefly Help with English available

The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy in Nelson has two free services to help adults, young and old. One to One Tutoring is available by trained volunteer tutors. This service lets people work on their individual needs and goals. This can include taking a citizenship test, a special driver’s license, reading letters from family, applying for a job or school, or just enjoying reading and writing more. Phone (250) 352-3218 for more information. Another way to improve English speaking is by coming to the English as a Second Language (ESL) class every Tuesday night in the Nelson Municipal Library meeting room (Victoria St. entrance) from 6:45 p.m. to 8:30

p.m. Everyone whose first language is not English is welcome to join this class to practice grammar, writing, reading, vocabulary, speaking, pronunciation, listening and discussion. Classes go from September to June. Phone Joan at (250) 3540206 or come to class for more information. Fore people interested in being a trained volunteer tutor, a tutor training workshop will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Nelson. Call Joan at (250) 354-0206 to sign up.

Looking for champions for children

Success By 6 is looking for people or groups who have given their time or money, voluntarily to enhance the lives of children in the West

Kootenay. Success by Six has created the “Champions for Children” awards to honour individuals and groups in the West Kootenay who have made a difference in the lives of children. Kim Adamson, West Kootenay Success By 6 coordinator says they will accept nominations until Monday, Nov. 10 in four categories: Business, Volunteer, Youth, and Service Clubs. Nominees will be featured in the winter issue of West Kootenay Family magazine and community events are being planned to celebrate and acknowledge all nominees. Nomination forms are available at www. successby6wk.com or at local children’s programs and schools. For more information contact Adamson at (250) 3526786 or 1-866-551-KIDS (5437).

If you didn’t vote, you can’t complain

The Express went to press before election day. Without knowing the outcome, all we can say at this time is, if you didn’t vote, you have no right to complain about the results.

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.

Toastmasters looking for members Speak easy…would you like to learn how? Do you have a message to share? Do you have a dream of speaking in front of a crowd, but let fear of public speaking hold you back from accomplishing all that you know you are, and can be? Toastmasters offer a “learn-by-doing” educational program in which members hone their skills in a comfortable and supportive club atmosphere. There is no instructor; instead, members offer feedback on each other’s presentations. Evaluating, listening, improving vocabulary, interpersonal competence and leadership are a few of the many skills addressed by the program.

The local Nelson Kokanee Speakeasy Club wants to add 20 new members this year. People are welcome to attend a meeting as a drop in to see what the club has to offer. Drop ins are free. The club meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Rosemont Selkirk College Campus. They will submit specific events in the Express events calendar. For more information call Lisa Norris (250) 551-5472, Ryan Oakley (250) 505-8028, or visit http://kokanee. freetoasthost.ws/index.html – submitted

October 16th — World Food Day SHOP AT THE KOOTENAY CO-OP ON THIS DAY AND HELP US STOCK THE SHELVES OF THE NELSON FOOD CUPBOARD

World Food Day is a worldwide event designed to increase awareness, understanding and informed, year-around action to alleviate hunger. In honour of World Food Day the Nelson United Church is once again partnering with the Kootenay Co-op and our local community to stock the shelves of the Nelson Food Cupboard. HOW WILL THIS WORK?

Your donation must be purchased at the Co-op between 10am and 6pm on Thursday October 16th. Drop off your items with the volunteers on the Coop patio. The Co-op will match the dollar value of your donation (up to a maximum total donation of $1000) for The Food Cupboard. Last year together we donated $3000 worth of good food to the Nelson Food Cupboard! Please help us to make October 16th a memorable day!

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Tyler Stuart, as Jimmy Harper, and Rosie Metcalf, as Mary Lane, are menaced by a horde of zombies created by people who used marijuana.

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Reefer Madness! promises a hit Musical send up of 1930s movie about the dangers of marijuana mixes comedy and catchy tunes by Chris Shepherd Thursday, Oct. 23 to Sunday, Oct. 26, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre This month’s production of Reefer Madness! offers plenty of relevant topics for today’s society. It explores topics of censorship, the media, and

teenage marijuana zombies. The show is a musical comedy, a send up of the 1936 film Reefer Madness, a show that sought to inform the public of the dangers of marijuana use. “It’s corny and cheesy,” says Tyler Stuart, who plays Jimmy Harper, the young man whose story the audience follows as he tries marijuana and suffers the

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effects. “It’s not Shakespeare but the songs are really catchy.” The story follows Jimmy Harper and his small town as a mysterious man arrives to spread the word about the dangers of marijuana or “reefer” to those in the know. The warnings don’t get to Jimmy in time and the story

follows his “journey to reefer and back,” says the play’s director, Lisel Forst. She’s excited to bring the show to Nelson. “I just think it’s a great show, even without the reefer.” Forst says Reefer Madness! is relevant to today’s society with its messages about censorship and the media.

The play brings a host of local talent in to tell the story including Michael Graham as the mysterious newcomer, Sydney Galbraith, Mackenzie Hope (who choreographed the show and plays one of the leads) and Robin Lamb as musical director. Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 at the door.

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sical and the disturbed. Around the Bend Strange creatures, playSaturday, Oct. 18 at the art show ful colours and designs Spiritbar Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m. inspired by old fabrics Bent Over Leather presand natural textures creat Vadim Kristopher Hair ents the second chapter of ate illustrations in which Salon, 506 Herridge Lane a wild dress up and get one finds themselves Vadim Kristopher down party. lost. Hair Salon, located in the Break out your leather, DJ Vadim Kristopher hipster alley known as your chains, your boas, and and guest will also perHerridge Lane, hosts the your big boots; prizes in form live. work of Chelsey Freyta. a few different categories For more information Freyta is a Canadian for the best dressed, just in freelance illustrator and visit www.chelseyfreyta. time for Halloween. The soundtrack for this graphic designer from com or call Vadim Hair night of debauchery, once Nelson. She graduated Salon at (250) 352-6700. again, the Queen City’s with a bachelor of design own Seal Hunt, Nelson from the Alberta College Welch and Funk �� From Nelson, Kevin “K- of Art and Design in �� Fig” Phillip, Rob “The 2004 and has worked as in the market �� Menace” Leishman, and a commercial designer Saturday, Oct. 18 at the �� Cottonwood Falls Market Steve “Sully” Sullivan will for firms in Vancouver, �� Darin Welch, singer/ shake your �� rump with their Calgary and Brisbane, �� song writer plays from blend of rock, funk, reggae Australia. and blues. ��Freyta’s extraordinary 10 a.m. and Rob Funk is �� Special guests will be pieces reveal intricate on at 12 p.m. These solo �� DJs Dexter and Mr. Smith. environments that tee- acts are playing the final ter between the whim- market of the season. $5 at the�� door.

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Friday, Oct. 17, 10 p.m. at The Royal on Baker Live from Jamaica, Errol Organs returns. Following a successful show in August, promoters are bringing him back for one more show. Organs

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is one of the few artists today who still possess that authentic root rock foundation sound; carefully preserving it for today’s generation and never, ever retreating from it. Gisto and the Kootenay Reggae All-stars will share

Mondays, Oct. 20 to Dec. 15, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. Leave your preconceptions at the door and join in a class that combines conscious movement, theatre games, improvisation and social action. The International School of the Kootenays is offering gorilla improvisation with facilitators Celestina Hart, clowning and voice; Rifka Moore,

the night with Organs. Check out Gisto’s newest material. Advance tickets at Boutique Music, Hemp & Co., The Royal and Gaia Tree. $15 advance, $20 at the door.

improvisational dance; and Barbarah Nicoll, expressive arts and improvisational theatre games This 10-week course is available for high school credit and is also open to community members for an enrollment fee of $200. Gorilla improvisation culminates in a group “presence” somewhere in the community. Call (250) 354-1310 for more information.

Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 p.m. at The Royal on Baker At age 18, Garnet Rogers was on the road as a full-time working musician with brother, folk legend Stan Rogers. Garnet acted as producer and arranger for his older brother from 1973 to 1983, when Stan died tragically in a plane crash. Since then, Garnet has established himself as a formidable solo artist. Garnet’s vocal and instrumental talents are complimented by an undeniably powerful physical presence – close to six and a half

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feet tall – with the lungs to match. With his smooth, dark baritone, his incredible range and thoughtful, dramatic phrasing, Garnet is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be one of the finest singers anywhere. Garnet sings extraordinary songs about people who are not obvious heroes and of small, everyday victories. As memorable as his songs, his over the top humour and lightning-quick wit move his audiences from tears to laughter and back again. Tickets are $15 in advance.

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Explore the reformation Commemorate Reformation Day

Sunday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m. at St. Saviours Pro-Cathedral, 723 Ward St. This academic program explores and illustrates the trends and events of the Reformation period from Luther’s posting of his 95 theological theses (in Latin) over the authorization of the Book of Common Prayer (in English) by King Edward IV in 1549 to the Edict of Nantes 1598 (in French).

Presenters include Tobias Jenny (at the organ), Walter and Mary Beringer (providing historical narrative), Helga Hartel (reciting chorale verses in German), and Philippe Fertey and Stephen Fowler (reading prose texts in English and French). There is no admission though donations are accepted. The evening is sponsored by the Nelson University Centre Education Society. Call (250) 352-6113 for more information.

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Kaslo Concert Society’s season opener Friday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church in Kaslo The annual Jack G. McDowall Memorial Concert kicks off the

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Kaslo Concert Society’s 2008-2009 season Two fresh, young Kootenay performers from Kimberley, Marta Zeegers, soprano, and Tim Plait, piano, present a program of new and old favourites for piano and voice including music by Bernstein, Mozart, Ravel and others.

Recent graduates from the University of Lethbridge and the Victoria Conservatory of Music, they have quickly established themselves as musical leaders in the Kimberley-Cranbrook area. All KCS concerts take place at at 7:30 p.m. Season tickets are avail-

able at Figments in Kaslo and at the door. Single ticket prices are $20; seniors, $18; students, $5. School age children admitted free when accompanied by an adult. For information call Karen Pidcock at (250) 353-7539 or David Stewart at (250) 3545368.

are at the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre. Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 6 A complementary light lunch and free child mindp.m. in Salmo There will be activities ing are provided. Pre-regfor all ages including a ister at (250) 357-2277. walking tour, free lunch at Learn what has been the Legion, half price golf, completed in Salmo and �� specials at local business- contribute to what will be �� es, open houses and spe- done this year by attendcial presentations around ing. �� For further information town. �� Participants will discov- or to volunteer contact er programs and services Melanie at (250) 357-9220 �� and enjoy local perform- or mmobbs@melian.net. ers. Children will enjoy �� story time, crafts, and Ghostdancing �� more. There will also be a trancedance craft fair. There will be a conver- Friday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. at sation café on creating a the North Shore Hall, 675 healthy community from Whitmore Rd. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a chance to celThe craft fair, quilt show ebrate peace and to dance and most performances prayers and intentions.

The ghostdancing trancedance is a dynamic trance experience which begins with a traditional Native dance of prayer inviting connection and celebration with our ancestors and all of creation. The trancedance experience is an opportunity to hold intention and receive wisdom, experience and insight while bodies move and spirits soar. Participants use music, breath and blindfolds to assist them with their personal intentions and to create a rich environment of trance, celebration and prayer. Cost:$10, no preregistration necessary. Call (250) 352-9243 for more information.

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recognizing and supportSunday, Oct. 19, 1:30 p.m. �� ing the rich pool of proto 3 p.m. at the Kootenay �� Gallery, 120 Heritage Way, fessional musicians who choose to live in rural Castlegar The 2008/2009 Sunday areas. The nature of the �� Coffee Concert Series venue encourages audiwill run from October ences to actively engage 2008 to June 2009 and with the musicians in Please proof for accuracy then phone, fax or email with any an approval. willchanges present aor diverse mix discussion and educaof classical and contem- tion about the music. Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.352.5075 • Email: sales@expressnews.bc.ca The music director porary music designed for the series is Alan to client attracthas a broad range The Express is not responsible for any errors after the signed off. of music lovers from all Rinehart – performer, age groups and featur- teacher and music editor ing the best classical and from Nelson – who has contemporary perform- pulled together a diverse roster of professioners in the area. The series introduces al musicians from the the audience to various Kootenays and broader forms of music as well as Columbia Basin.

The series begins with Kris LeDrew, director of the Moving Mosaic Samba Band, in a look at the wonderful world of percussion styles and instruments from Africa and the Caribbean. In addition to teaching workshops on motivation through music and movement, LeDrew has presented African music and storytelling Afro Cuban rhythms and Brazilian samba and capoeria to groups and individuals on an on going basis. – submitted

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Special Events

Ongoing Events Wednesdays

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Friday Oct 17

NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Nelson Planned Parenthood drop-in sexual health clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30 - 8 p.m. DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING� TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings, noon at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St., Nelson. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS. Do you have a problem with food? Meet every Wednesday, 719 Vernon St., downstairs, 5:30 p.m. 1-800-611-5788. DROP IN GREIF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1pm. For further info. please call 250505-5583

SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m.

WORLD TRAVEL TALK “Strengthening Nursing in Bangladesh” by Alex Berland and Judi Morton. 7 p.m. Slocan Park Hall. By donation to Slocan Food Bank. 250-226-0008 WALKING WITH LIONS A Volunteer’s Life in Zimbabwe DVD & Slide show at the Capitol WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE Old rink. 8:30 - 9:30 pm. $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment. Info 359-703

TRANCEDANCE 7-10pm North Shore Hall. Trancedance is an opportunity to dance for peace and intention.

Thursdays YUK YUKS COMEDY TOUR at Finley’s Irish Pub on the last Thursday of every month! KOOTENAY LAKE FAMILY NETWORK offers singing group, 7-12 yrs. 5.45 p.m. Information: Lesley 825-0140 ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:00 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 BIBLE STUDY JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome. 825-4095. SIGNING CHOIR at 3:30 at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com ULTIMATE GAMES drop in ultimate games at Lakeside soccer field, 5:30p.m. Bring a light or dark shirt

Fridays DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings, 8:00 p.m. room 108 downstairs, 601 Front St. GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362.

Saturdays COTTONWOOD FALLS MARKET every Saturday. Produce, handmade gifts, great food, live music. 9:30-3 p.m. 354-1904. WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1pm. For further info. please call 250505-5583 SOCIAL/BALLROOM DANCE Second Saturday of the month Brent Kennedy Elem. Gym 8 - 11 p.m. Singles Welcome! Teens Free! www.dancingbeat.org

QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. WINLAW FARMERS MARKET. May 25th-October. Sundays 9 a.m - 3:00 p.m. Spicer Center, Hwy 6, Winlaw Vendors wanted. Kim 226-7862. SUNDAY WORSHIP ser vice, Nelson United Church, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome. SUNDAY WORSHIP, Ascension Lutheran Church, 10:15 a.m., 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 SUNDAY WORSHIP 4 p.m., St. John’s Lutheran Church, 321 Silica St. 354-3308 CRIB TOURNAMENT at Finley’s Irish Pub every Sunday at 3 p.m .ULTIMATE GAMES drop in ultimate games at Lakeside soccer field, 3:30 p.m. Bring a light or dark shirt. WINLAW FARMERS MARKET 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Spicier Center, Hwy 6 Winlaw. Vendors wanted. Kim 226-7862.

Mondays TEXAS HOLD-EM POKER, 6 p.m. Pool Tourney, 7 p.m. Finley’s NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 SHAMBHALA CENTRE OPEN HOUSE 7 p.m. meditation instruction and practice; 8 p.m. talk and discussion; 9 p.m. tea. All welcome. 444 Baker Street, 352-5560.

Sat. Oct 18 (continued) DARIN WELCH, singer/song writer plays from 10 a.m. and Rob Funk is on at 12 p.m. at the Cottonwood Falls Market. These solo acts are playing the final market of the season. DRIFTWOOD (MARV WALKER AND DAN OBRADOVIC) play conteporary classics at the Balfour Beach Inn, 5:30 p.m. LIVE at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel, the Incomparable Hume Quartet. JUDE DAVIDSON sings classic songs & originals, 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s Restaurant. Good food and music.

Thurs. Oct 16 DAM UNPLUGGED ACOUSTIC Open Stage, Thursdays, 9 p.m. hosted by Estevan, Dam Inn, South Slocan. FINLEY’S COLLEGE NIGHT with DJ Ripple CHRIS LEDREW, African and South American Percussion 6:30-7:30 at Touchstones FRESH THURSDAY WITH DJ BRYX. Spirit Bar, Hume Hotel.

Fri. Oct 17 DJ TERRANTINO Top 40 retro at The Spiritbar RYLAN PLAYS AT MAX & IRMA’S Solo finger syle guitar 6-9 p.m. Tasty tones, great food, good times!

Sat. Oct 18 DOUG THE DOBRO GUY will perform acoustic music @ Ellisons indoor Market & Cafe 12-3 SEAL HUNT, NELSON FROM NELSON, Kevin “K-Fig” Phillip, Rob “The Menace” Leishman, and Steve “Sully” Sullivan. Leather and chains at the Spiritbar. A wild dress up and get down party just in time for Halloween. $5 at the door.

Friday Oct 17 JUBILEE MANOR Fall Bazaar Tea and Bake Sale. 2:00-3:30 p.m. 500 West Beasley, Nelson.

Saturday, Oct. 18 SALMO VALLEY FALL FESTIVAL 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Activities for all ages, specials at local businesses, open houses and special presentations around town. Enjoy local performers, a craft fair. complementary light lunch and free child minding. For info or to volunteer contact Melanie (250) 357-9220 or mmobbs@melian.net.

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Sun.Oct 19 SARAH AND RICH Per form soulful jazz standards in a pleasant lounge setting. Every Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Redfish Grill at 479 Baker St. KARAOKE with Joe Blues and prizes to be won at Finley’s Irish Pub. THE TRUMAN SHOW for brunch and Nikko plays evenings at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel.

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Mon. Oct 20 SARAH McGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel. 6-10 p.m.

Tues. Oct 21 LISTEN TO THE SWEET SOUNDS of Nikko at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m.

REDFISH ADULT BADMINTON Mon. Thurs. 7 - 9 pm $3 drop $20 two night week. Join us for more details.

Tuesdays ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:00 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248

ULTIMATE FRISBEE GAMES. Drop-in games at Lakeside Soccer Field. 3:30 p.m. WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822.

DRUMMING FROM THE HEART Community Drum Circle with Kim Massé. North Shore Hall 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. $7 kimmasse@shaw. ca 505-2684

TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone, beginners welcome. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. 352-2455. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 10 a.m. All welcome. SHAMBHALA CENTRE NYINTHUN: Join us for Sunday sitting meditation 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a break for refreshments mid-morning. You are welcome to come & go as you please. Everyone is welcome. 444 Baker St. 352-5560 www.nelsonbuddha.com WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095.

Wed. Oct 15 ALMOST ACOUSTIC JAM at The Royal on Baker, 9:30 p.m. LIVE MUSIC at FUSION 301 Baker St. 352-3011. Call For reservations PAUL LANDSBERG & BERT PETERS, jazz guitar duo, Library Lounge in the Hume Hotel, 610 pm KARAOKE Amy Poznikoff putting on the Ritz and Wild Women Wednesdays at Finleys

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road.

NDYC HAS AN AMAZING PEER SUPPORT GROUP. Check them out at these different locations: 4-5 p.m. @ 420 Mill St. for young womyn’s hour; 6-7:30 p.m. @ the Nelson and District Youth Centre for a casual drop-in for youth; and 8-9 p.m. on the radio, CJLY, 93.5fm in Nelson & 96.5 on the Kootenay Lake. This is a call-in talk show for youth receive information and ask questions. SERVICES ARE FREE FOR YOUTH!

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Dealing with cold sores Cold sores are small, painful blisters that usually occur around the lips, mouth and nose. Unlike most viral infections, the cold sore virus (herpes simplex virus type 1) is never completely eliminated from the body. Cold sores, therefore, tend to recur. During latent stages, the virus lies dormant in the central nervous system. Certain conditions can trigger the virus into multiplying and travelling back down the nerve to the skin causing a recurring cold sore. Being aware of certain triggers can help to work preventatively against recurring outbreaks. Cold sores are often triggered by stress, cold or flu bugs that are with a fever, menstruation, sunburns, or trauma to the skin. You can’t cure cold sores but you can prevent frequency of occurrence and shorter duration of active cold sores. It is important to wear sunblock and avoid spending too much time in the sun. Keep in mind that even though the weather is getting cooler, the sun’s rays are still powerful. Reducing stress in your system and keeping your immune system boosted is one of the most effective steps you can take to avoid frequent cold sore outbreaks. This includes getting enough sleep, avoiding or properly treating cold or flu bugs, eating healthy foods and partaking in meditation, stretching, or some kind of restful low-key

Exploring Health

Kate Butt

activity in your day. Cold sores are contagious so it’s important to avoid kissing and skin contact with other while blisters are present. Also, avoid oral sex with partners while you have a cold sore to prevent causing genital herpes (HSV type 2). When you feel a cold sore coming on (you might feel tingling, burning, itching, or pain) take the time to reflect on what the trigger may have been for you so that you can let your health practitioner know the cause and have it treated appropriately while also learning how you might prevent it next time.

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.

A DIRECTORY OF HEALTH & HEALING IN THE KOOTENAYS TO LIST YOUR SERVICE, CALL 354-3910

Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Jen Cherewaty, RAC, Balance for Body & Soul ...... 354-1752 Sara Fujibayashi RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa .... 352-3280 Sandra Mason, RAC ....................................................551-0110 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890

Ayurveda

Michele P. Greco, Ayur. Practitioner, RMT, AAHE......352-5343

Art Therapy

Clearwater Art Therapy ............................................ 505-1100

Astrology

Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings .................... 352-2455

Body Piercing

Aura & Chakra Biofeedback/Bodywork, Homo Divinus ........505-5067

Bodywork

Thai, Jin Shin Do, dance, Qi Gong, Bliss. Marisa . 352-3312

Breathwork

Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation .................. 227-6877

Feldenkrais Method (continued)

Judy Katz, GCFP, Private & Group Lessons ..............352-3319 Physical Problems & Nothing has worked? Give me call and let’s get moving! Call Hilary ......................................354-7616

Hair Care

Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ............... 354-1202

Herbalist

Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist ...... 551-4528

Homeopathy

Margo MacLaren DHom ............................................. 354-7072

Hypnotherapy

Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist ............ 354-7750

Massage Services

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports ..............229-4424 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..............505-4284 Palliative Massage Course, July 4-11.......................1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage...........505-4144 Rub It In, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...... 352-6804 Thai Massage, Mina Palmer, CTT at Shanti Yoga ...........352-7703 Galena-DeepT,Swedish,Lomi,structl Shalimar ...................354-4408

Chiropractic

Nutritionists

Coaching

Pharmacy

Colonics

Reiki

Counselling & Consultation

Shiatsu

McKenzie Community Chiropractic ........................... 352-1322

• PERSONAL TRAINING ______________

Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280

Now available! Be your best with our

Hydrotherapy, Living Foods, Coaching ..................... 352-6419

one-on-one service!

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A calm state of mind can be helpful in reducing the incidence of cold sores.

Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling......................505-9854 Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. ..... 352-6928 Karen Hornby, RN, BSN. 507 Baker St., #210 ........ 509-1850 Kimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa ............... 354-4408

5109 for more information or to make

Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy ........354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling ..... 505-8170 Lee Reid, MA, RCC, Addictions & Trauma ............... 352-3870 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more.... 1-877-688-5565

appointments

Feldenkrais Method

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St............................352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ............. 354-4408

Please phone 354-4FUN (4386) ext.

• ADULT SWIM LESSONS _____________ Register for beginner and advanced lessons. Ages 16 and up. Monday and Wednesday 7-7:45 pm

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Susan Grimble, Classes & Private Sessions . 1-888-366-4395

Social Work

Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor .............................505-8044

Spas

NATURAL, ORGANIC FOODS & PRODUCTS SINCE 1975 Open 8:00 - 7:00 Mon. to Sat. 295 Baker Street, Nelson 354-4077 www.kootenay.coop

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THE HEALTH PAGES Briefly Hospice/palliative care volunteer training

Friday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Every two years, Nelson and District Hospice offers hospice/palliative care training for those interested in becoming volunteers. This year, they are offering experiential-based sessions with three subsequent sessions during the months of November to January. Topics covered include exploring hospice/palliative care in the community and end of life issues; the spirituality of dying; mindfulness; AIDS; and grief and loss with guest facilitators Dr. Duncan Grady, Cheryl Dowden (Ankors), Rosalyn Grady, Millie Neufeld-Cummings and Rivkah Moore. Each session will include a period of sharing and Q&A. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory for anyone wishing to become a volunteer. Register through Selkirk College in Nelson. Cost of full training is $45. Refreshments will be provided but participants must bring their own lunch. For further information call (250) 352-2337.

Birthing from within

Saturdays, Nov. 22 and Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Manistone Centre, 507 Baker St. Birthing from within prenatal classes are both informative and transformative — meeting the needs of participants’ hearts and minds in preparation for birth and parenthood. Each class offers a holistic balance between practical information and creative approaches to childbirth preparation. “Parents will have an opportunity to explore the challenges and deep questions they may have surrounding their passage into parenthood,” says Delia Aaron, childbirth educator. Prenatal classes will cover: understanding the stages of labour and birth; learning and practising pain-coping approaches; creating a supportive environment in the home or hospital; affirming partner’s role and needs; birth fears, Caesarean birth, and informed consent; baby care basics and breastfeeding; postpartum health and transition to parenthood; postpartum reunion gathering. For pre-registration contact The Sistering Tree at (250) 551-3156 or visit www.thesisteringtree.com. Classes are $190 per couple, scholarships available.

Chew On This

CHRIS SHEPHERD

Matcha tea, seen in tea and powder form, uses the whole leaf.

Tara Stark

The power of the tea leaf Take 10 minutes right now to relax with a cup of green tea. Green tea appears to be protective against breast and ovarian cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and gum disease. It may also protect the liver from certain toxins.

For the best quality cup, buy loose leaf green tea and steep it for two to three minutes. If you find regular green tea too strong, seek out milder tasting green tea blends with peppermint or dried fruit or flowers. If you love a strong green tea,

take the next step and go for a cup of matcha. Matcha is a fine powdered green tea that you mix with water. Because you consume the whole ground tea leaf, you get even more of the health benefits than from a steeped cup.

Tara Stark is a registered dietitian who specializes in helping people optimize their nutritional wellness and prevent diet related chronic diseases. For more information e-mail tara.stark@gmail.com or phone (250) 505-9854.

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Learn about Chinese face reading ‘WISDOM OF YOUR FACE’! Workshop with author, Jean Haner November 8-9th, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. • To be held at the ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL ORIENTAL SCIENCES 303 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC. $375 /weekend or $200 for Sat. only. • For info or to register call Jennifer

250-357-2360 or email jennypennygawne@hotmail.com Open to anyone who is interested in learning about Chinese Medicine and facial diagnosis.

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NOTICE: KOOTENAY KIDS society Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday, Oct 27 at 6:30 p.m., 312 Silica Street, Nelson LEARN MORE ABOUT Michelle Mungall, the youngest candidate for the Nelson-Creston NDP nomination. www.michellemungall.com

2004 BOB RUNNING stroller with cover, carseat adapter, bottle holder. Great for outdoors. $250 399-6350

11 YEAR OLD GIRL seeks free guitar and Alice in Wonderland costume. Thank you! 250-505-1164 HANDS-ON HEALING FOR pain and stress. Free drop-in sessions Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon. #210-507 Baker, Karen Logan 250-505-9748 FREE: 2 ELECTRIC wheelchairs, as is: Call 250-352-7153 WINE BOTTLES AND canning jars to give away. 352-5856 FOR YOUR FREE Regal catalogue call Gail@ 250-352-4620 FIREWOOD. POPLAR CUT to lenghts and dried one year. You have to split. 250-505-2190.

RECEPTIVE TOUR OPERATOR in Nelson, BC is looking for a Germanspeaking assistant manager. Permanent, full-time position starting Jan. 1/09. Successful applicant must possess strong organizational and computer skills, excellent interpersonal and writing skills in English and German. Must work well in a team, as well as, independently. Previous tourism industry experience an asset. Please apply by email to petrakromer@shaw.ca. WORK IN THE TROPICS. Dive instructors, dive boat operators, mega yachts, cruise ships. Diving Dynamics, Career Development Division, Kelowna, BC. www.divingdynamics.com. 1-866-861-1848. Next course: January 12, 2009. “It’s all about the mission.”

LOST 2 LARGE BOXES of Mandalay Patio Furniture on Sept. 26 between Old Theatre, Castlegar & Brilliant Dam 250-505-5190 NON-DIGITAL CAMERA FOUND in Ymir June 15. Call to identify. 250357-9927 evenings. Last notice! LOST GIRLS (FAVOURITE) blue Old Navy winter coat, between Mill st. and Crescent Valley 352-7556

CHAMPION JUICER $225, couch/ chair $150, dehumidifier $90 Phone 250-608-0094 SOFA/HIDE-A-BED,CHOCLATE BROWN WITH tiny peach flowers and wood trim - excellent condition $100.00 825-4111 POTTERY KILNS, $50 each; headache rack for F250, $200; Two hotwater tanks, $75 each. 229-4069 15 YEAR-OLD JADE plant in an unglazed clay pot. Stands 46” high, $30. 250-352-6762 GRAPE PRESS $50,NEW plastic containers 1L&500ml, wool for spinning,felting. 355-2269 BUY SELL TRADE vinyl records. 1986 Toyota Camry, running $180. 226-6783 CHINA CABINET $125, Microwave w/stand $35, York gym $40, Rebounder $25, Wooden trunk $75, 359-7756 AIR CONDITIONER HEAT pump, external unit air to air 4 ton $125 3 WAY FRIDGE - 12V (auto), 110V (household) Propane. Worked when last used $200 obo 250-226-7055 BRAND NEW WEDDING dress. Halter style matte satin gown, size 10. Paid $500 asking $400 obo. 352-0825 TWO DRESSES MADE for me, both are satin, one is white with spagetti straps and a low back, full skirt, $150; the other has a cream top and six color paneled skirt $200. I am 5’1”, 110lbs, chest 32”, jennie 354-7812 BEER BOTTLES GROLISH style with stopper. 352-9245 14 CLASSICAL MUSIC CD’s $28. 250-359-7942 COMPOSTING TOILET COMPLETE unit Approved for residential use $200 obo 250-352-1199 VINTAGE STUFFED LIVING room chair, carved wooden feet, green cut velvet $95. 250-352-3014 STAINLESS STEEL KITCHENAIDE gas cooktop. 5 burners. Brand new in box. $1000.00 OBO. 604-288-2758. Nelson area. SATELLITE I NTER NET EQUIPMENT - dish, DW6000 modem receiver and cables, $200 250-226-7096 WII/GAMECUBE/PLAYSTATION2 FOR SALE, each with games and accesories, inquire at 354-1116 NEVER WORN LADIES Large Harley davidson leather jacket paid $350 asking $175 250-352-6217 DOUBLE DOOR SET. Exterior, thermal-tempered, all glass. 72’’ x78’’. Beautiful wood. (natural fir). $750. 825-0062. SE ASONA L A FECTED DEASORDER light for light therapy $175, “bravetty” slowcooker 7q, removable stoneware $45 250-352-1312 HAND-MADE IN NELSON! Physiotherapy strengthening birch balance boards $75 Call 352-1674 or 221-1022

Art THE WAY OF THE FEMININE Saturday November 15th ($25) Natural Living Centre 11am-2pm www. thewellnessqi.com 250.352.3312

Business Opportunities ABORIGINAL BEST, BUSINESS and Entrepreneurship Skill Training in Nelson. Free 12 day course. wkftureworks.com 509-0273 OPERATE A MINI-OFFICE OUTLET from home. Free online training, flexible hours, great income. www.okoffices.com A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN a pet food business - High quality cat/ dog food. Excellent returns, exclusive territories. For more information Call Julie Mutch toll-free 1-877-738-3287 Ext. 217 or (604) 518-7706, www. ripleesranch.com. MONEY MAKER - Local route, no selling on your part. For more info call 1-866-821-2569. YOUR PET STORE at your door! Join Multi Menu Franchises, free home delivery pet food, marketing included, no royalties, exclusive territories, 153 franchises, your online store, www. multimenu.ca. 1-877-462-0056. WORK AT HOME ONLINE Start a real home-based business. Work when you want. Apply online and start today! www.wfhbc.com.

Computers HC-S (HOME COMPUTER Solutions) Providing you cost effective professional no nonsense service.Tel 250 352-3033 or E-mail: hc-s@live.ca Referenceís on request. POWER BOOK G4 12” 1 gig. RAM, 40 gigs HD. Perfect working condition, needs upgrade $650 250-3527666 (Cloud) LINKSYS W IRELESS - N BROADBAND ROUTER. Still in box, never opened $100.00. email chrynew@yahoo.com KASPERSKY 2009 ANTI-VIRUS ONE year installaton. $20 250-5055583 32 GB I TOUCH, bought two months ago Immaculate condition, paid $500 asking $250 Collin*(250) 352-6217 SAMSUNG BLACK AND white laser printer for sale. $50. needs ink. emily (250) 226-7294

Craft Faires NOW BOOKING - Balfour Hall’s “One and Only” Christmas Faire. Saturday, November 15. Information 250-229-5265

Education LEARN THE ANCIENT art of reflexology in this two day workshop, Oct. 25 & 26, info: 352-2583 FRENCH TUTOR SWISS mother tongue French (euro), Assist you with homework, grammar, reading-comprehension, pronunciation (phonetic) and conversation on any topic to make learning French fun! I’m available anytime even on weekend for training exams. Live in downtown Nelson and willing to travel. Flexible hours. Ref: www.findatutor.ca on Nelson area. 352-3225

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WHAT’S UP WITH the SUB? Affectionately know as the ‘SUB PUB’, the NDU/DTUC Student Union Building has been a central gathering place in Nelson for decades. Come see the changes and reminisce as Eleos Centre invites you to their OPEN HOUSE on Saturday, October 25 from 1 PM to 4 PM at 711 Tenth St.

ATTENTION WATER CRAFT USERS

CP Rail will be completing repairs to the bridge that crosses the Kootenay River near Taghum. During this time there will a scaffold system hanging under bridge creating a restricted clearance in the area of the scaffold. The scaffold will be ﬂagged and Caution signs will be posted up and down stream of the bridge. Please exercise caution when boating in this area.

Furniture SIMMONS HIDE-A-BED SOFA, like new, pale beige floral, paid $1100, asking $300. 359-2212 WURLITZER MODEL 2860 Upright Piano with bench. $1500 OBO. 250359-7622 REFIGERATOR (CROSLEY) AND Range (Moffat) $50 each. Almond colour. Good condition. Call 359-5091. MOVING SOLID OAK 3-drawer TV armoire, like new. $350 firm. 250825-9310 2 WINGBACK CHAIRS - blush with scalloped pattern. $75.00 Taupe beige floral loveseat. Excellent condition. $200.00 250-354-0144 DAY BED SOFA $20, oak entertainment centre $60, coffee table $15, exercise bike $15. 250-229-4940 BLUE-GRAY ARBORITE TABLE, 36”x60” and four padded chairs, $80. 250-352-2588 evenings. TWO AUTHENTIC BARCELONA chairs with ottomans. Black leather, stainless steel frame. Excellent condition. Call 359-6803.

Garage Sales MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Saurday October 11, 8-4, 4322 Poplar Ridge Road, Crescent Valley. FINAL MOVING SALE: Saturday only, Oct. 18, 8am-5pm. #62-900 West Gore Street (Rosemont) jeweller’s torch w/fuel tanks, soldering bench, workbenches, art/craft supplies, books, collectables, copper collection, dresser, Nordic Trak, Russian wool quilt, bikes, double bed, drafting chair, free canning jars, lots more cool stuff! 354-0231

Health & Fitness FOUND COMPLIMENTS. TONS. No, actually make that heaps. Ready to lose weight and find some of your own? Go to www.herbalmagic.com. BURTON CLASH SNOWBOARD 160”, Custom bindings, Hail size 10 boots, used once, all $600. 250352-6625 SILVER CHAMPION 2000+ juicer, excellent condition, all offers considered, 505-4084 DR. MICHAEL SMITH (TCM) is now accepting new patients. Offering services in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Nutritional and Functional Medicine. Over 10 years experience. Call 250-352-0459

Help Wanted INLAND KENWORTH/PARKER PACIFIC Ltd., Campbell River, BC has immediate job openings for ticketed journeyman equipment field service mechanics & heavy duty mechanics. Competitive wages/benefits package. Please fax resume to 250-287-2317. Attention Scott or email shurley@inlandkwbc.com. No phone calls please.

Career Training BECOME A WEDDING COORDINATOR with the IWPP online course. Includes full-colour lesson booklets, DVDs, practical assignments, personal tutoring, and business training. Free brochure. 1800-267-1829. www.qcweddingplanning.com. INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC & Controls Ltd. We are currently hiring the following positions: Journeyman Instrumentation Mechanics, Apprentice Instrument Mechanics, and Journeyman Electricians. Check out the Independent Advantage by forwarding your resume to: Romeo Major. Email: rmajor@iecgroup.ca. Fax 1-780-675-3283. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! You need more money and Alberta needs you! Heavy equipment operators earn $60-100K per year! Become certified in 8 weeks in Alberta! For funding options and application visit www. heavymetaltraining.com. You may be fully funded. DISCONNECTED? RECONNECT AND get your first month Free! Limited time offer! Internet and long distance. No credit checks, fast connections. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-3362274; www.phonefactory.ca IF YOU KNOW how to file for nonprofit status, please be my guide. Lisa 250-352-0169 NEED SOMEONE WITH truck willing to haul UHaul to Saskatchewan ASAP. darlynn4444@yahoo.ca Will pay cash. CAREER OPPORTUNITY @ Mt. Waters Spa. We are seeking an experienced Acupuncturist who has massage skills for 4 days a week. Must be CTCMA Registered. We are also seeking an experienced Body Worker for 2-3 days a week. Must be NHPC Registered. Submit resumes to reception at 205 Victoria Street by Friday, October 24th @ 4:30pm NEED 2 STRONG PEOPLE to help load truck October 24th call or text 250-505-0482 for info

Home & Garden WANTED FREE HORSE MANURE to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris or Crystal at (250)-359-7220.

House Sitting EXPERIENCED PET/HOUSE SITTER available. Loving care for your pets and home. Brenda 505 7555 MATURE, NON-SMOKING COUPLE SEEKING house-sitting opportunity in Nelson. Available Jan. and Feb. of 2009 or portion thereof. 306-8652384 or 306-865-7604.

Misc. for Sale A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get your first month free. bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free 1-866-884-7464. 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. NEW LOADED COMPUTER ONLY $29.99/month! Everyone’s approved*. MDG Desktop right to your doorstep from only $29.99/month: Intel processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB HD, 22” LCD flat panel, Windows Vista and loads of software, or 15.4” notebook! Inhouse financing (*Call for conditions) 1-800-236-2504. ADD AND SAVE on home phone reconnection. Bad credit - no problem! Up to $30. off for new customers, plus lower monthly rates! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca. AT LAST! AN iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/ U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, sulfur, smell, manganese from well water. Since 1957. Phone 1-800-BIG IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com. BIKE FOR SALE blue and yellow asking 40$ obo call 505-5251 ask for Lily SHOP VAC $35, workmate $20, table saw $50, reciprocating saw $30, screw gun $35 250-352-9679 DELTA SIDEKICK 8 1/4” Builders Saw complete with moveable stand. Near new Offers Ph 250-354-1315 GAMECUBE FOR SALE: Comes with 2 controllers and 11 games $150 Phone 250-354-1127 AN AQUARIUM, 10G, with filter, stones etc. no pump $25 obo. Jennie 354-7812 THE BEST BINDINGS and a hardly worn pair of wsize6 snowboard boots $100 Jennie 354-7812 MZ PENTAX SLR CAMERA & 2880mm zoom lens, $250. perfect condition incl. carrying case. contact peacepocket@gmail.com. POLAROID CAMERA, ONLY $50, perfect condition with shoulder strap. contact Brett at veganmountain@gmail.com. SNOWBLOWER FOR SALE. Sears Craftsman 11.5 HP 30” wide. Near new $750. 359-7499 IKEA KITCHEN CART $150, cordless phone/answer $10, 2 woven Roman shades 36”x64” $50, newish Kenmore upright washer/dryer $650, chandelier and pendant light $10 each, info 220-352-6316. DEEP FREEZE, 16mm projector & screen, photocopier, 17” TV, 1988 pontiac grand am, 1977 RV, 250.229.4161 20” COLOUR TV $50 OBO, Graco stroller + car seat $140 OBO 250352-1806 17 CU FT deep freeze $75; 2 electric scooters $75 each. Ph: 250-354-1123 ANTIQUE LOVE SEAT (mint), 250 gallon fuel tank, antique gramophone. 250-825-4369

Misc. Wanted WANTED FREE HORSE MANURE to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris or Crystal at (250)-359-7220. FOR NEW BEING: Armoire, changing table, car seat, Chariot carrier, juice press (borrow or rent) 551-1052 WANTED: GOOD OFFICE desk and drafting table. 359-7367 or somethingsomething@shaw.ca CHIMNEY CAP FOR 8” flue,framed mirror about 4’ wide, 250-355-2269 LOOKING FOR BLACK plastic and free straw or hay (alright if wet) for mulch...352-0974. WANTED TO BUY old garden / lawn tractors/ attachments for parts/ restore call 357 2729

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PIANO: APARTMENT/STUDIOSIZED, GOOD condition, not ancient! 352-1981 LOOKING FOR 5X7 and 8x10 wooden backs for view cameras. Call 352-7440 WANTED TO BUY: Piano in reasonably good condition. Bob 352-6317 BAKER SEEKS†SLABWOOD OR unwanted cedar for wood-fired oven. Willing to trade great bread. Anthony† 250-225-3296. WANTED DRY FIREWOOD delivered. 250-359-7588 DIGITAL PIANO & touch-sensitive keyboards & stands wanted for teaching children’s music classes. Please call Rita @ 250-352-0013 LEGO!! FOR A 5 year old boy who loves to build! Please call Steph at 250-357-2811 WANTED: GOOD CSA APPROVED woodstove to heat a 1000 sq foot house. 352-0902

FOR SALE: GIBSON Lesspaul custom sunburst, 60 Anniversary Fender Jazz Bass, Godan Signature Series Guitars. Also 200 watt bass amp, 700 watt sub, Yamaha PA speakers, mikes and stands, Yamaha saxaphone, key board. 357-9249 CAPOEIRA, BRAZILIAN MARTIAL art/dance classes. Mondays 5:15 p.m., Fridays 7:30 p.m. at the Moving Centre, $8 drop-in. CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, reliable musician/singer for original rock and cool covers, guitar, keyboards. 365-1080 FOR SALE MASON Ritch Piano with matching bench excellent condition $1500 O.B.O Ph. 250-359-8111.250551-8111 FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal listening and/or interactive soirees for music aficionados. 250505-5583 MATURE, RELIABLE MUSICIANS WANTED for original live & recording projects. Vocals a must. Call Rob 250-365-8484 BALLROOM DANCING CLASSES are starting Oct 18, 2008 at the North Shore Hall. Info Barb Wallington 250353-2238.

DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/ SHORT-TERM relationships, free calls! 1-866-512-8367. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes 1866-573-0914. Live adult casual conversations- 1on1 1-866-522-7131. Meet on chat-lines. Local single ladies 1-866-512-9083 (18+). ARE YOU LOSING a loved one to substance abuse? Our program has the highest success rate. Help is only one phone call away! 1-877-7827409; www.narconon.ca.

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660. MONUMENTAL Stone Works Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and re-highlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 354-0988 QUALITY RENOS LTD: framing, new construction, renovations, drywall, mudding/taping, paint, flooring, tile, plumbing, concrete, professional, quality finishing results. call Rob for an estimate @ 250-352-1165 or email qualityrenos@hotmail.com TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612. PROFESSIONAL FINISHING CARPENTER. Very meticulous. 30+ years experience in all aspects of building. Will work independently or with owner(s) Ph: Philip 1-519-429-5995 FINE WOODWORKING, DESIGNER kitchens, custom built-ins, wood stairs, hardwood floor installation. Phone Loren @ 250-509-1106 PINE BEETLES STARTING TO INFEST your forest? Need some of your trees down for firewood? Feeling a bit uncomfortable taking it down yourself? Call Shaun at Phoenix Falling for your ground based tree needs. 354-7411.

Music & Dance STELLAR 5-STRING BASS w/ Hardcase, 16W Amp, Digitech BP50 Effects Pedal, Patchcords $400 Like New 509-1941 FOR SALE: 1 Trumpet & 2 violins. Call for details 250-354-7321

Pets & Livestock WANTED: FREE HORSE manure to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris at (250)-359-7220. SHIH TZU PUPPIES - healthy, well cared for, vet checked, first shots, dewormed. Ready October 15. Males $500. Females $600. A great non shedding, hypoallergenic pet. Call Daniel at 250-354-9009. 4-YEAR OLD MALLARD DUCK widow, lonely and looking for a new mate. Need a healthy male for life. 250-354-1508 SALTWATER FISH / REEF Enthusiasts interested in sharing experiences, frags, possible club? Email saltyfish@shaw.ca. 304-3535.

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Sports Equipment WANTED TO BUY used skateboard. Tara 250-352-1146 VOILE SPLITBOARD 159 cms, lightly used older model, all hardware/skins included $650 obo (250)505-5252 TREADMILL $200 (OVER $1000 new at Sears). inclines, shock absorption, easy to assemble handrails. 367-7482. BIKE FOR SALE: Norco six, size medium, must sell now! Great price $1300 354-7218 PRIOR SPLITBOARD 168 spearhead. Excellent condition with voile kit and skins like new. $950 551-5483 SANTA CRUZ BLUR LT for sale. Large. Fox fork. Excellent condition. 250-352-5277. 2 WINMAU DARTBOARDS in great condition, full compliment darts, backplate, $100, 304-5391 SEARS TREADMILL. GOOD condition. $300 obo 250-357-2121

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#1 IN CREDIT REBUILDING. Need a car, truck, van or SUV? Auto credit fast. Bad credit! No credit! Bankruptcy! Repossession! No problem. Call today and drive away. Call Stephanie 1-877792-0599. Free delivery anywhere - www.autocreditfast.ca. APPROVED AUTO FINANCING. www.credit-queen.ca. For people with good/challenged credit. New, used, all makes vehicles at Canada’s most reputable dealership. Low rates, online approvals 24/7 or Call Joanne at 1-866-602-3743 DL 5231.

1993 GRAND PRIX $900 obo 2295645 1996 CHEVY CAVALIER 149,000 kms. New brakes, snow tires, great on gas. $2,500 obo 250-229-4499 1994 TOYOTA TERCEL 224000km. Runs well. $1500 OBO 250-3525821 2006 FORD FUSION, back, manual, AWD, new tires, traction control, tight suspension, 60400km, $15000. 250509-1144 1993 HONDA CIVIC-SI, new muffler, radiator, battery & windshield, winter tires. Good gas mileage. $3500 OBO 359-7774 1994 TOYOTA COROLLA Station Wagon. 251,500 km. Newer winter tires included. $2000.00 obo. (250) 229-4482. 91’VW PASSAT 215000 KM’S, needs clutch. Great shape. $1200.00 o.b.o. (250)-825-4540 98 VW JETTA. 170000kms, new muffler, 4 new tires. $6500 firm. Call Justin at 505-7962 1997 VW JETTA, well maintained, 5 speed, fuel efficient, new winter tires, $5500 OBO, call 505-5169

FORD TRACTOR WITH Ferguson hydraulically operated implements. 4 attachments including logging. call 359-8004 heidmcgregor@hotmail. com $2975 2005 SUZUKI KING Quad 700, Winch, New 26” Mudwiser tires, heated grips. $5500 OBO 250-359-6970

1997 FORD EXPLORER 190,000kms, v6, 4wd, summer/winter tires on separate rims, airbags, anitlock breaks, tow package, well maintained, $3500, (250)354-4296 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ‘Sequoia Edition’. Fully-loaded, leather, sunroof. Mint condition. Regularly serviced. 195,000km. $7900. (250)505-6600 2004 SUBARU OUTBACK, 127000kms, 24000 kms on engine, new brakes, dual moonroof, 6 cd, $16900, 250-352-7185 MAZDA B2600, 1992, runs, winter and summer tires, topper, needs work, asking $400.00 250-359-2946

1989 TOYOTA TOWN Ace Van - 4WD, Turbo Diesel, 163,000km. Runs great, new stereo (ipod hookup), seats fold down to make a bed, skylights. $6,000 Rik 509-0335 1996 MAZDA MPV 4WD;w/ rack, great for winter driving. 212,000 kms $4,000 352-1811 1999 GMC JIMMY 4x4, excellent condition, one owner, all records, trailer hitch, 208000kms, $6000, 359-7248 4SALE 1990 TOYOTA 4runner $1500 obo, 31” new tires and lots of new parts 354-8695 2001 FORD F150 XLT Automatic, Extended Cab, 4x4, Alloy Wheels, Offroad Tires, 155,000kms, $11,500

FOR SALE 1986 S-10 P.U. 4-Speed ,2.2 4Cyl, CD Player, Dry box , $2000 O.B.O. Ph.250-551-9111

Boats CO-OWNERSHIP OF PREMIUM SAIL & motor yachts available at severalÊcoastal BC bases. Titled ownership (25% or 50% interest). Fully managed. Some vessels providing revenues. www.one4yacht.com (604) 66YACHT. 17 FT. CANOE $400 250-355-0015 BOAT TRAILER AND 70hp for sale needs work. $1000 OBO 354-4705 1986/87 SEARS GAMEFISHER Outboard Motor. 15hp. New water pump and gas tank/line. $200. Call 250-551-5714

Cars 92 TOYOTA TRUCK, extra/cab, 5spd, canopy, 2wd, some rust, reliable, 2 sets of tires. $2800 OBO. 352-9235 1997 CHRYSLER INTREPID, well maintained, power and a/c, 4 brand new snows, $2500 obo 250-352-7371 1991 CADILLAC SEDAN DeVille, cloth interior. Good winter tires, 174,591 km.Requires transmission repair, $2000 Ph: 250-825-4798 2003 HYUNDAI ACCENT. Silver, 130 000km, winter tires, excellent on fuel. $6500. Megan 354-0955.

Recreational 8’ CAMPER, EVERYTHING works, tlc required, $200.00 obo 352-0377 after 5:30 pm 1980 24FT WILDERNESS Travel Trailer sleeps 6, new tires used once, well maintained 352-9781 551-9781 LOOKING FOR TRAVEL trailer in good condition. Size between 19’ and 24’. 352-9229 1998 CHEVROLET XCAB long box 4x4 and 1999 Okanagan Camper $18,000 OBO will separate 250-355-2469 3 WAY FRIDGE - 12V (auto), 110V (household), Propane. Worked when last used

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1993 VW GOLF TURBO DIESEL 5-speed, 4-door hatch. Only 147,000k New clutch, battery, struts, fan belt, tensioner assembly, glow plugs, 4 Toyo winter tires. Regularly serviced. Asking $4500 obo. Contact 250-551-0669

SNOW MOBILE SLED DECK, aluminum Made for Tacoma or other import or full size truck ramp stows under deck made by Alfab,2007 $900 250 505 3799 NEVER USED MOTORCYCLE and Lawnmower Lift for Sale. $60. 250365-5896.

Tires/Parts/Other WINTER TIRES (4) on RIMS. Nokian Hakkapeliita RSi 185/60 R15 88R. Only 1000km. $695. 352-6268. SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key & washers (12x1.5mm), 1/2” deep, excellent condition, $15, 365-3538 BLIZZAK TIRES 205/60/16 40% tread. $100 for 4 OBO 250-352-1983 WHITE CANOPY FOR sale. $100 obo. fits Ford Ranger. 250-354-0314 8’ CANOPY FROM 1990 dodge truck. older but decent. $100 FOUR TOYOTA MATRIX winter tires on steel rims. Size 205/55R16. $175 Phone 250-352-6574. BRAND NEW MICHELIN X-ice P205/75 R14 snow tires. Set four $550. 250-505-5117. Rims also available. 4 BRIDGESTONE STUDDED winter radials, P225/75R15 on steel rims. 5 hole, 5”diam. circle, phone 250359-6891 4 NOKIAN I3’S for sale. 195/65r15 Awsome summer tire, only 8000kms on them. $250 firm. 505-3929 PACE 14’X7’ ENCLOSED Cargo Trailer, Rear Ramp, Side Door, Electric Brakes, E-Trak System, $3500, 250-353-2072.

Trailers 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.

Trucks/SUVs/Vans 98 DODGE RAM ext cab, 4x4, std, brand new winters, canopy, some new parts 352-6387 1995 DAKOTA 4X4CC v8 at a/c 6 mags canopy 87,000 excellent condition, $5100. Call 250-365-5608

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MAZDA PU 4X4 1991, 199,000km, super clean and maintained, excellent condition, full cap, $6300, 505-5031 2004 HONDA PILOT EXL: leather, fully loaded, 100,000 km, excellent, black, $23,500. 250 505 5075 1997 RAV 4 Good condition. $9000.00 obo Phone 250-357-2121 93 GMC SONOMA 4x4, ext cab, std, lots of new parts $1500 obo trucker.99@hotmail.com

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402 FIFTH STREET. (Fairview) 2 COMPLETELY RENOVATED, 4 1.7 PRIVATE ACRES IN 3-BEDROOM SUITE DEC 1st. 3kms MAN REQUIRES LOW-COST accoROOMIE TO SHARE clean 2 BR bedroom house. Large private lot. Bdrm, 2Full Bath, Home in quiet BONNINGTON: Newer 2bdr home from Nelson. Yard, w/d, Pets welmodation. Clean, responsible, quiet. APT, South Slocan. Veggie NS/NP. Asking $275,000. Call Keven at neighbourhood in South Castlegar with carport, garden, greenhouse and come! $925/mo +util 352 7303 Non-partyer and reliable. Raven 250$335, Nov. 1. James 359-7518. (250)352-1303. $1375/month References 354-3793 workshop. $365,000 250-359-6605 505-2907 A LUXURY FULLY furnished condo, CASTLEGAR SHORT TERM rental. BLEWETT-SPACIOUS 3-BDROOM. THINKING OF SELLING? Get central location,couple/ single, N/S, MATURE GENTLEMAN SEEKS one Furnished room. Utilities included, 5 min to Nelson. Great yard. $1000+ a FREE, no obligation marall amentities. 1-800-611-5788 or bedroom apartment suite Nov 1st. with wireless internet. N/P N/S 150/ mature, ns/nd/np. Available immediket evaluation of your home. Call 250-505-4277.csuther@netidea.com. Cooking facilities required. Rent incl. wk 304-7806 ately 505-2060 Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 $500 monthly. 250-352-6121 TWO BEDROOM HOUSE, Nelson, AVAIL. NOV: DOWNTOWN 1 BDRM RO O M M AT E WA N T E D Dec.1 to March 1, includes utilities, FLAT ACRE ON Winlaw Creek, New + DEN level-entry apartment. Part. CLEAN RESPECTFUL EMPLOYED IMMEDIATELY to share 2 bedroom 900 / month, no pets, 505 5159 small shed/cabin, on paved road. furn., incl. utilities, parking. NS/NP! man requires affordable long term straw-bale house in Blewit contact 130,000 352-0902 $898/mo. (250)352-5757. accomadation, Nelson area Steve Phil @ 250-354-7482 SHARE HOUSE RENT free in TREATMENT ROOMS AVAILABLE 250 354 9271 exchange for driving 70+ woman to WATERFRONT LOT FULLY NOVEMBER 1ST, 3 bedroom suite, SHARED ACCOMADATION.3 BDR. to rent at A Balanced Path Center store and occassional outings. Some SERVICED, 5MIN to downtown, with main floor, Lower Fairview, garden. N/S 2 WOMEN AND 1 child seek 2-3bdrm townhouse, everything included, ideal for Complimentary Medicine, for snow shoveling/grass cutting amf/ or spectacular views of Kootney Lake/ N/P $820 plus utilities 780-865-6140 in Nelson ASAP N/S, clean, respectfor student. Rosemont, m/f $400.00/ Massage Therapist, Acupuncturist, minor chores. Preferably older gentleMountains. Call Brent 604-715-9181. ful, responsible. contact Tamara @ mo. Call CRAIG @352-3871 4 BDRM HOUSE in Uphill to sublet Cranial Sacral Therapists. Committed man with vehicle. Nice uphill location. 250-538-8474 end November to February. 352-7976 4 BEDROOM, OPEN, sunny home professionals wanted. 352-0459 Ray 250-359-7758 references required. on 1/2 acre, �� 12 minutes from Nelson. ADVERTISING A VACANT LARGE & BRIGHT 3 brm. Rental in �� LOVELY FURNISHED HOME, Panoramic lake views ,newly renovatRENTAL? Answering dozens of Bonnington close to water falls and Fairview, short-term rental. Hardwood �� ed, large deck, In-law suite, organic calls a day? If you are offering safe, floors. $1500/mo utilities included. river $ 950 + 250-359-6997 �� garden, creek, wooded area. Hiking/ affordable accommodation, we may �� QUIET, MATURE, SPIRITUAL References. No smoking. Pets nego�� biking, beach access right outside have the tenants you are looking for. MINIMAL RENT OR work trade at Woman, with cat, looking to rent or tiable. 1-403-392-6309 � from�� door. $374,900. www.4126granger. Please call Bev Nelson CARES beautiful North Shore retreat center. housesit long-term. (250)777-0825 WINLAW 2BR MOBILE on acrage, blogspot.com. 825.4386 at 551-3015. 10/16-12/15 flexible. 250-229-2350. �� (Nelson cell) woodstove, washer/dryer, off hwy, avail�� NELSON SCULPTOR NEEDS a stuCHARMING AFFORDABLE ARTIST LOOKING FOR live or OFFGRID CABINS FOR rent. Small able Nov 1st. $750+utilities 354-0492 dio space immediately until April. If HOMESTEAD near Nelson on 3 work studio, garage, cabin for winter community near Slocan. Children wel�� 2-BEDROOM UPHILL $895 +hydro. you have any bit of warm dry space sunny private and well treed acres months. Contact Pat @ 352-3937 come. Handyskills & 4WD an asset. Hardwoods. Washer & dryer. No �� (i.e. shed, basement, spare room) $198,000 250-359-6669 by owner. 250-226-7311/355-2393 Ext1421 �� smoking. 403-392-6309 please call Darrell 352 2440 PROFESSIONALLY COMPLETELY LUXURY CONDO, 1BDRM+DEN, 3 BEDROOM HOUSE , Nelson, N/ �� MATURE PERSON REQUIRES RENOVATED 4 Bdrm, 2full bath 1+1/2bath, central, furnished, gas P, N/S, F/S, W/D, quiet, big yard, affordable housing in Nelson area. �� home in Kinnaird, Castlegar, MUST fireplace, view, absolutely no smokNov. 1, $1,350, includes utilities, ROOMATE WANTED. FURNISHED Neat, reliable, responsible, easySEE! $339,900 352-2791 ing/rec drugs. 1-800-611-5788. 250.352.7635 or unfurnished room. 250-357-9249 �� going. Anthony 352-9876

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HOMES & GARDENS Grants and rebates for home renovations Home Front

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I’m doing some renovations on our home. Do you know of any current rebate or grant programs? There are some great programs to take advantage of now. One such program is the Livesmart BC energy efficiency incentive. This program has been designed to reduce the carbon footprint of our homes. You need to contact a certified energy advisor in your area to schedule an evaluation for your home. Items that will be evaluated are windows, doors, heating, cooling systems, insulation and air leakage. Sudoku Classic The energy advisor will then determine

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The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) wants to hear from residents on its draft social and environment strategic plans. To ensure the plans are consistent with basin priorities,CBTengagedwith a number of organizations and individuals within the basin involved in the social and environmental sectors and with CBT’s advisory committees, in addition to examining previous work undertaken by CBT, and reviewing recent studies on the Basin region. “We prepared these plans with input from residents, community groups and partners, and from our advisory committees people we know have their ear to the ground in the social and environmental sectors,” said Neil Muth, CBT president and CEO. “We believe we’ve identified those areas that CBT can add value such as playing a role in the affordable housing issue or continuing to provide environmental education. Now we need to hear from residents to see if we are heading in the right direction.” These plans identify three-year goals and

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CITY OF NELSON NEWS • OCTOBER 15, 2008 Phone: 352-5511 • Fax: 352-2131 • website: www.nelson.ca

Mailing Address: Suite 101, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 • email: info@nelson.ca

NELSON CITY POLICE On-Line Scams These days it appears that almost everyone has access to a computer to buy items, sell items, keep in touch all over the world and maintain their financing (just to name a few). Most people have access to their bank accounts via the internet and most people have email. While firewalls and other security procedures are in place to protect you, it is important to realize that you will be forever bombarded with scams. We have all heard of the money scams from places like Nigeria and lottery winnings with the request for a cheque to guarantee your prize, but there are a few more to be on the lookout for. For example, have you received an email from the Canada Revenue Agency claiming there is too little information in your file along with the request to provide more personal information; have you received an email from your bank stating there have been some illegal or strange transactions with your account asking for your PIN to verify information? These are examples of ‘phishing’ which are used to exploit you and your bank. These sites mimic the official sites of banks and other financial institutions in order to lure you into providing the information they request to gain access to your account through the internet. Here are some tips to keep in mind when going through your emails: •

Banks and financial institutions do not request personal information via email. They will not ask you for PIN numbers, account numbers or passwords on-line. • Never click on a link attached to a suspicious email. • If the suspicious email comes with an attachment, do not open the attachment as it could contain a virus or attach spy ware to your computer giving a hacker access. Contact your bank to verify the authenticity of the email or if you feel your account has been compromised. The most important thing to remember is to not give personal information, account numbers, passwords or PIN numbers over the internet.

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON Notice Of Advanced Voting Opportunities 2008 Municipal and School Trustee Election Advanced Voting Opportunities shall be open between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the following days: 1. Saturday, the 25th day of October, 2008 2. Wednesday, the 29th day of October, 2008 3. Wednesday, the 5th day of November, 2008 All at the Lydia Room, Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St., Nelson, BC. To register at the voting place, you must provide election staff with two pieces of identification (ID). The ID must prove both residency and identity. At least one piece must have your signature on it. If your ID doesn’t show your residential address, you can make a “solemn declaration” as to your residency. As an example, for the 2 pieces of ID, we will accept, BC Driver’s License; BC Identification Card; Social Insurance Card; Citizenship Card; Credit Card or Debit Card; ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents; Utility bill; A real property tax notice. Non-resident property owners may also register on Advance Voting Day. You will need to show two pieces of identification as well as proof that you are the registered owner of the property. You will need to bring a copy of your “Certificate of Title”. Tax notices do not accurately reflect if there is more than one (1) property owner on the title and will not be accepted. If the property is owned jointly with other individuals, you will need to bring a consent form signed by a majority of the owners authorizing you to register and vote as the non-resident property owner. If you have any questions about this process, please call the Chief Election Office at 352-8204 during regular office hours. Office hours are between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Janet Postlethwaite, Chief Elections Officer

PUBLIC WORKS Leaf Removal Program Public Works crews are beginning a three week program of leaf removal throughout the City. Residents can provide assistance to our effort by raking leaves onto the street’s curb side. Do not place in piles or bag them. Once they are ready for pickup, please call (250) 352-8228 or (250) 352-8238 and they will be scheduled for pick-up. We are asking residents to greatly assist our sweeping and leaf removal crews by parking their vehicles according the odd/even system. This means that if your house number is even (eg: 110, 514 or 1018) then please park on the even-numbered side of the street on even-numbered days of the month (eg: 2nd, 4th, 6th, etc). If your house number is odd (eg: 101, 315 or 919) then you park on the odd-numbered side of the street on odd-numbered days of the month (eg: 9th 11th or 29th, etc). Thank you for your cooperation.

TRASH 2 TREASURE DAY OCTOBER 25, 2008 On Saturday, October 25th, all across the Kootenay Boundary, residents are invited to practice re-use by putting out unwanted but useful “treasures” for others to claim for free. Residents are encouraged to place any gently-used, unwanted household items (i.e. books, bikes, toys, furniture, etc.) together at the front of their properties. Residents should clearly display a “T2T” sign so that treasure hunters will know which items are available for the taking.

NELSON MUNICIPAL LIBRARY Hours - Mon, Wed, - 11 am - 8 pm / Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat – 11 am - 6 pm

It’s the Booksale! The annual Friends of the Library Booksale is a much-anticipated event. It is being held in the Library basement. There will be thousands of books, DVDs, videos, CDs, audiobooks and magazines at happy pocketbook prices. How better to see your way through an economic downturn? Don’t worry—read! Friday, October 24th: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Saturday, October 25th: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

NELSON FIRE & RESCUE SERVICES Mr. Marc Thibault, our school liaison for Family Based Fire Prevention Programs has been presented with a provincial award he won for his School Fire Prevention Programs. The award was presented by Mr. Bill Walkley, of the Fire Commissioner’s Office on September, 29th, 2008. Nelson Fire and Rescue Services kicked off the 2008 Fire Prevention Week with this award.

By 4:00 pm, the same day, all remaining items should be gathered up and taken off the street. Participating in T2T Day is easy and encourages waste reduction by diverting waste from the regions landfills. Best of all, you can find some good stuff and it’s free! This year, Waste Reduction Week in Canada is October 19-25, 2008 and coincides with Trash 2 Treasure Day. It will focus on how each part of society can make a difference in the amount of waste that is produced across Canada. We can all actively contribute to waste reduction by participating in Trash 2 Treasure Day and contribute to solutions for waste-free living. For more information, please call the RDCK at 250-352-8161

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON The City of Nelson is in the midst of designing a new website for the City of Nelson (www.nelson.ca) and would appreciate any photos that residents would be willing to submit. The shot can follow any theme (heritage, arts, outdoors, recreation, etc.) and will help to show the vibrant and unique area we live in. If you have any digital photographs that you would like to share with the world then please use our photo submission tool at http://city.nelson.ca/photo_upload. By submitting your photo you are agreeing to allow the City of Nelson to display your shot on the new City of Nelson website.

NELSON HYDRO Nelson Hydro Customer Advisory – Emergency & Outage Contact To report a power outage or any emergency within the Nelson Hydro utility system, please refer to the following phone numbers: Regular Business Hours Nelson Hydro General Office . . 250-352-8240 Or Nelson Hydro Line Office . . . . . 250-352-8229 Non-Business Hours Nelson Fire/Dispatch . . . . . . . . . 250-352-3103

NOTICE OF THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CLOSURES Please be advised of the following holiday closures: City Hall

Closed Monday, October 13, 2008

Nelson Transit

No transit service Monday, October 13, 2008

Nelson Municipal Library

Closed Monday, October 13, 2008

Thank you everyone for your participation and please forward this information! N E E D M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N ?

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