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Friday, Mar. 7, 2014 Vol. 4, No. 9
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Beyond Boarding: Film screening
Sat . Mar 8 at Expressions Cafe See more page 3
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John Stegman paints a portrait
One Billion Rising for Women’s Day Sat . Mar 8 at Old Church Hall
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Northen Grease will be one of the two films shown on Saturday night presented by Beyond Boarding group.
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Patagonia to sacred headwaters Saturday, Mar. 8, 7 p.m. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St
Members from Beyond Boarding travel BC in a veggie oil powered school bus with two of their documentary films to inspire outdoor communities take action. The the two films feature high level snowboarding, surfing, cinematography, and storytelling, and promise to hold audience attention throughout each evening of the tour. David Suzuki’s grandson and CoFounder of Beyond Boarding, Tamo Campos, and other Beyond Boarding members (Desiree Wallace and Hannah Campbell) will be present at the premier to connect with the community. The two films; BelÊn and Northern Grease, document Beyond Boarding’s flagship projects for 2012 and 2013, respectively. Tickets will be $10 for general admission, $8 for EcoSociety members and $5 for students. https://vimeo.com/83930684 https://vimeo.com/71177580 facebook event
Winter Family Fair
Rise With Us - Women’s Day
Sunday Mar. 9, 12-4 p.m. Touchstones Nelson Come in from the cold and get your creative juices flowing! Make unique crafts inspired by the current exhibitions: Found: The Art of Re-Use and Good Medicine: Nelson’s Healthcare History. At 2 p.m. don’t miss a theatrical monologue by Susan LeFebour about Isabella and Edward Arthur, prominent doctors in early Nelson. As usual, hot apple cider and treats will be provided, and the whole building will be open for exploration! Admission is by donation and half of the proceeds will go to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. www.touchstonesnelson.ca 250-352-9813
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Saturday, Mar. 8, doors at 6:30 p.m. The Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay Nelson Women’s Centre is combining two powerful events to create what is sure to be an amazing and inspiring night: One Billion Rising and International Women’s Day. Join us for dance, song, spoken word, and more! IWD celebrates the social, political and economic achievements of women, and focuses energy on the work still to be done to reach equality. Tickets $10-$20 sliding scale, $15$40 for families. info@nelsonwomenscentre.com 250-352-9916 One Billion Rising Facebook
Shoe drive
This is Nelson’s 4th year supporting Sole 4 Souls Canada yearly shoe Saturday, Mar. 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. drive(sole4soulscanada.com). Since Old Anglican Church Hall its inception in 2005, Soles 4 Souls has This year, while your kid is distributed more than 14.5 million pairs building a cardboard Eiffel tower, you of footware to people in the midst of can enjoy a “cafĂŠ croissantâ€? listening extreme poverty and those recovering to a beautiful French ballad played by from natural disasters worldwide. Catherine McGrath on the accordion. Starting March 18 and ending April 15 community since 1988 You could also shopbuilding at “La rue des there will be a dozen drop off boxes Artisansâ€? and stop for a picture on around town to accept donations. It’s the bridge in front of “L’Église important to please tie shoes and SacrĂŠ-Coeur de Montmartre.â€? Come boots together, clean and gently used and hang out: films, full meal, art, would be appropriate. Please clean out buskers, chess table, affordable, fun your closets and donate your excess and beautiful‌ footware to this important relief effort http://www.afko.ca and give “the gift of shoes.â€? For more information call 250-229-5265
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Old Man Luedecke at Civic
Wednesday, Mar. 12, 7:30 p.m. Civic Theatre, Nelson Based in Chester, Nova Scotia, Old Man Luedecke has a skillful precision and a storyteller’s heart, tenderly pushing the boundaries of his storytelling with his unique mix of folk, bluegrass and pop. Tickets are $15 +GST and available at Eddy Music (The Music Store – 580 Baker St) online here www.oldmanluedecke.com
SPCA Masquerade Party Saturday Mar. 22, 10 p.m., Spirit Bar
John Stegman kept himself entertained during his Port Alberni school days drawing pictures and comic strips. All that non-studiousness paid off in later life, when Stegman picked up his paintbrush in earnest. Stegman’s latest work is now showing at the Nelson Public Library. The human form and face has always been of interest to Stegman. “My earliest artistic influences were the great graphic artists who drew strips such as Prince Valiant and Tarzan,” he says. The show is comprised of six large portraits and one floral work. The portraits employ subtle use of light and colour to create sensitive renderings of the human face. That the artist enjoys finding nuance in his subjects is clear.
Everybody knows that people in the Kootenays love every opportunity to dress up and strut their stuff!!!! Especially when good music and tasty performances are also to be had!!! Add a good cause into the mix, and you have a recipe for a smashing good time! The event is a full fundraiser for the Nelson SPCA. Tickets are available at the Hume Hotel. Early Bird tickets are $10 and $15 thereafter. https://www.facebook.com/ events/216940348503002/ Click ad to go to advertiser’s website.
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Young Farmer Mixer
Mar. 15-16, Crawford Bay School YA is a BC-based network that is growing the next generation of Canadian farmers. Spring Mixer and Sleepover – a weekend of workshops, speakers, hands-on learning, networking, farm story telling, problem solving, and dancing. More Mixer info available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ events/690558030967255/?fref=ts www.youngagrarians.org
Poetry Slam Benefit Sunday, Mar. 9, 7 p.m. John Ward Coffee The Nelson Poetry Slam is planning a benefit to send our champion, Geordi Campos, to the Individual Canadian Championships. This will be our first year of participating in the “Indies.” Come to hear our regular two round Slam plus featured performances by Samuel Stevenson, Elena Banfield, Magpie Ulysses, and Geordi Campos. There will be no open mike this month. Poets wishing to “slam” must bring two original poems. Suggested entrance donation $5 - $10. All proceeds go Geordi’s trip. 250-366-4337 To advertise in the Express News Update call 250-354-3910
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“Talk, Music, Action” evening
Thursday, Mar. 27. 7 p.m. Capitol Theatre, Nelson Learn more about opposition to pipelines in BC at the “Talk, Music, Action” evening. Several speakers will be featured, including Geraldine Thomas Flurer, the communications coordinator for the First Nations Yinka Dene Alliance. Brian Rosen and other local musicians will be performing. Tickets for the event will be $15 or more donation, just $5 for students and youth. Find out more on Facebook: Kootenays for a Pipeline-Free BC. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/266757113395258/
Scotiabank MS Walk Trail Gyro Park on Sunday, Apr. 27, and Nelson’s Lakeside Park Rotary Shelter on Sunday, May 25 Registration for this event is free and easy—just go to the website to register as an individual or a team. There are incentive prizes for different fundraising levels, and every participant receives a t-shirt in recognition of their support. building community since 1988 www.mswalks.ca or call 250-551-9273
Purim Costume & Dance Party
Saturday, Mar. 15, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Bigby Place, 509 Front St. The Nelson Jewish community invites everyone to join them for a costume and dance party celebrating Purim. Purim, sometimes referred to as the “Jewish Halloween” because of its costumed festivities, commemorates the suspenseful story told in the Book of Esther of the deliverance of the Jewish people from a plot to kill them during the time of the ancient Persian empire. Purim joyfully celebrates the universal and ageless themes of the rightful use of free will and the courageous triumph of good over evil. The Nelson event will feature a potluck starting at 5:30 p.m., prizes for best costume and oneminute performance, and traditional singing and dancing. Tickets are $10 in advance at Mountain Baby, 636 Baker St., or $13 at the door. For more information call 250-352-1917
Rain on a Distant Roof
Tuesday, Apr. 1, 7 p.m. Nelson Library Vanessa Farnsworth, author of Rain on a Distant Roof: A Personal Journey through Lyme Disease in Canada presents her story of her battle with this tick-borne illness in the face of an unprepared medical system. According to the director of the Winnipeg International Writer’s Festival, Farnsworth is “an excellent advocate for the Lyme community, both on the page and in person: she is articulate, passionate, invested, wellinformed, and vital.” http://nelson.bclibrary.ca/
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Jaylene Lynch makes her first appearance on this stage. She’s a singer songwriter who’s been playing guitar for ten years and singing since she was a wee little one. Jaylene’s based in Calgary but has roots in this area and performs a variety of genres. Next up is Marion Bergevin, a local accomplished singer/songwriter who sings environmental, peace and social justice songs. Closing act is Jenny and the Jets (Jenny Robinson, Rob Funk and Jesse Lee) She has been writing and playing her orignal songs for 25 years. Jenny has toured across Canada and played many music festivals and clubs. facebook
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Starts Tues. Mar. 11 until Tues Apr. 1 (four Tuesdays in a row) Old central school-gym 4 p.m. There will be a competition to see who can break the existing record for the longest flight with the small twin-engined indoor plane. It is at 6 min and 30 secs at present and the winner will receive a free indoor 2 in 1 lightweight plane with transmitter and 2 spare batteries and charger for a prize. Entry is open to all ages, so come along to watch the fun or enter to win this amazing indoor plane (actually 2 planes). Starting Tuesday, Mar. 11 at 4 p.m. http://www.itcanfly.com/products2.html
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6:30-8:30 p.m. Mixed playlist by Peter, no cover or Clinton Swanson & Friends lWomen of all ages get together to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: Lone Survivor, 7 p.m. and The Monuments Men, 9:15 p.m. at Civic Theatre lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.
l St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 911am. Everyone welcome. Sat. Mar 8 lllJaylene Lynch, Marion Bergevin & Jenny Robinson perform at Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions, 1-3 p.m. lllAn Evening w/ Harry Manx - Live at the Capitol Theatre, 7:30 p.m. lllNelson Waldorf School presents in concert: Stephanie Dufresne, singer/songwriter, March 8, 6-7:30 p.m. Eurythmy Hall, $10 lllHoola and Lief, 10 p.m.
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lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate
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lNelson Vineyard Church: 10 a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring somellNelson Poetry Slam and thing to share at our potluck brunch. Benefit, featuring Geordi Campos. Guests and children always welcome. 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net 7 p.m.. John Ward Coffee. Mon. Mar 10 llWinter Family Fair at Touchstones Nelson, 12 - 4 p.m. lllBrett Wildeman & Spirit Bar Goodnightmare, John Ward Fine llSEEDS hosts Sundays garllBeyond Boarding present dening education, at Lakeside Park Coffee, 503 Baker St, 7 p.m. By two films: Belén and Northern Donation Grease, 7 p.m. start at Expressions greenhouse. 1-2:30 p.m. Lee: 352lllSelkirk Pro-Musica presCafe, 554 Ward St, 250-354-3910 3870 ents Marcus Goddard, trumpet and lMovie: The Monuments Men, llNorth Valley Mountain Candy Siu, organ/piano. St. Saviour’s Film Fest, 6 p.m. Silverton 2 p.m. and Lone Survivor, 7 p.m. at Pro-Cathedral at 7:30 p.m. Civic Theatre Memorial Hall
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lNelson & Area Elder Abuse l Expressions night Cafe, Wed. Mar 12 continued Sun. Mar 16 Prevention Resource Centre. GAMES NIGHT! Open 6 p.m. 554 lllPaul Landsberg at the Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lllNiko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008. lMovie: at Civic Theatre lExpressions night Cafe, open www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org lllKaraoke at Finley’s lSocial Dancing at Finleys 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupThurs. Mar 13 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mixed playlist by
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lllSarah Calvert performs lMovie: at Civic Theatre no cover or Clinton Swanson l Alzheimers/ Dementia at Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward st. Peter, & Friends lFirst Baptist Church, 611 - 5th Caregiver support group meet- 7:30 p.m. lWomen of all ages get togeth- St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service ings. 2nd Wednesday Monthly. 7 lllKiyo & Guests at the er to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & at10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Simpson p.m. Call 250-352-6788 or email Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m. more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. Jleffelaar@alzheimerbc.org lKootenayChristianFellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone llElephant Mountain Music lGender Outlaws, a support lNelson Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7 p.m. in The Nelson Senior Theatre presents RENT, 8 p.m. at the and social group for trans and gen- 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relader diverse folks. 250-354-5362. Capitol Theatre Citizens Building, 717 Vernon St tionships l St. Saviour’s Anglican lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 lNelson Tech Club: for elecl St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward tronic hobbyists and Arduino p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee, cupcakes Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. enthusiasts to meet and work on lMovie: The Book Thief, 7:30 Street (Silica Street entrance) 9- Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 projects. every Wednesday 6pm p.m. at Civic Theatre 11am. Everyone welcome. -Annex, Selkirk `10th St Campus. lSt. John’s Lutheran Church Sat. Mar 15 lQi Gong at the Nelson United New members welcome. small Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. facility fee, first visit free.http:// Church 602 Silica St 10:30 a.m. $3 lllThe Librarian w/Naasko worship. 321 Silica St. 250-354-3308. www.nelson-tech- club.info/ email drop-in & Onebeyond Visuals, 10 p.m. l Nelson United Church info@nelson- tech-club.info lLadies Target Shooting. Spirit Bar Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. lLearn to make a QUILT with No experience needed. Contact l l l Purim Costume & 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. Susan Foot at the Women’s Centre Angela onthetarget@hotmail.com Dance Party at Bigby Place, 509 lCribbage at the Legion bever9-11.45 call 551-4951 for more info & to book a space Front St. Info at 250.352.1917. age room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727. lStitch it up! Learn to use lToastmasters: Improve your llElephant Mountain Music lUnity Centre of the Kootenays a sewing machine, alter clothes, public speaking, communication Theatre presents RENT, 8 p.m. at the Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. mend, put on a zipper. FREE 9 a.m and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Capitol Theatre Contact – 250-354-5394 - noon at the Women’s centre. Thursday of every month. www. lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 lAscension Lutheran Church l Overeaters Anonymous toastmasters.org p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Meeting, Community First Medical lNelson Women’s Centre. DropElementary. All are welcome. 250lMovie: at Civic Theatre Clinic, 518 Lake Street, Nelson, in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and 352-2515. noon - 1 p.m., 250-354-4105 food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916. lNelson Chess Club meets: lCathedral of Mary Immaculate 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior lNelson Women’s Centre Fri. Mar 14 Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 Association, 717 Vernon St. All Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothlllRequest DJ. Finley’s a.m. ages welcome ing and food. 420 Mill St. 250352-9916.
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lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. lllSlynk w/B-ron, 10 p.m 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with lGirls’ Night with Margaret-Ann Karaoke after. 250-352-7727. at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. .Spirit Bar lNelson Vineyard Church: 10 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656. llElephant Mountain Music lCathedral of Mary Immaculate a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring something to share at our potluck brunch. lDarts at the Nelson Legion. Theatre presents RENT, 8 p.m. at the Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. Guests and children always welcome. Capitol Theatre 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727. lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo contact:250-509-0151 or nexvine@ at 4 p.m. telus.net Submit your Calendar Events listings at https://secure.awe-hosting.com/express-secure/calendar.html The first 15 words are free for non-profit organizations, performers & venues
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ExpressionsNightCafé This week: snowboard activists and sweet and soft folk tunes This Saturday night Mar. 8, Expressions Cafe in cooperation with By Nelson Becker Beyond Boarding will be presenting two films: Belén and Northern Grease. The show starts at 7 p.m. Last week I was approached by three young people, who inquired about doing a film showing here at Expressions Cafe. As we got into conversation I realized this was not just any film showing. They are part of an organization called Beyond Boarding. They are filmmakers/snowboarders who want to move beyond the recreational-just-for-fun end of the sport. They want to encourage people to see they can make a difference in making our world a better place. It was encouraging for me to meet these
people because I find that our world needs to move past cynicism, into a feeling that we are powerful. Their particular focus is environmental in nature. Please join me for what promises to be an entertaining, uplifting, and educational evening. h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / events/1545039079054569/ I want to also invite you to come and hear the sweet tones of singer-songwriter, Sarah Calvert on Thursday, Mar. 13 at Expressions Cafe. Sarah used to live in Nelson and and now she travels Canada sharing her songs of life. Her music is a mixture of roots, blues and jazz. Her captivating stage presence will transport you into higher consciousness. I hope to see you there! h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / events/1473198472902801/
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THURSDAY Mar. 27, doors open 7 p.m.gypsy/jazz Red http://www.redhavenmusic.com/
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Friday Mar. 28 doors open 7 p.m. Motes and Oats Best Folk/Country - 2013 Kootenay Music Award
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Saturday, Mar 29 - doors open 7:30 p.m. James Clayton & Colin Weeks w/guest Matcha
Sunday Mar. 30, doors open 7 p.m.
Jake Ian, Alberta’s Country Road Troubadour http://jakeian.com/
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Emergency 911 NPD - Non Emergency (250) 354-3919 RCMP- (250) 352-2156 Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477
Nelson City Police news: On Sunday March 2 at approximately 3 p.m. the Nelson Police received a 911 call for assistance with an intoxicated houseguest causing issues. The male causing the problem was identified as a 60 year old local male who had been released from jail earlier in the day for similar issues. He was held until sober and will appear in court in Nelson in April to answer to charges of failing to comply with the release conditions he was bound by. On Tuesday March 4 An NPD member walking the beat observed two males sitting in a vehicle in a parking lot in the 300 block Hall St.
The member noted the driver holding a large marijuana “bong�. The passenger was holding a box with a small amount of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia inside. Both were arrested and the incident investigated further. As both males were cooperative, appeared to have made a poor decision and have no other history of this type of behavior they were not charged for the possession of a controlled substance. The drugs and equipment were surrendered for destruction. On Wednesday March 5 at 3 a.m. Nelson Police members noted a person trying to help a gross-
ly intoxicated female down Baker Street. They stepped in for the Good Samaritan and tried to help the 36 year old female in getting home safely. She became increasing hostile and would not assist the members in getting her to a safe place. After numerous attempts to get her home and to someone she knew to care for her failed she was lodged into NPD cells for her own safety until able to care for herself. She was released in the morning and charged under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act for public intoxication. submitted by the Nelson Police
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Opinion&Editorial Letter to the Editor: Mental Health in Nelson by M. Plamondon
I want to thank the Kootenay Weekly Express online for bringing a long standing situation to light, and through this perhaps some possitive changes can take place. The article in the Express on Mental Health Updates-Feb. 28 2014 gave great insight to the situation of mental health issues in Nelson, specifically on Baker St. and the request for Car 87. “Car 87 teams a Police constable with a registered nurse or a registered psychiatric nurse to provide on-site assessments and intervention for
people with psychiatric problems. The nurse and the police officer work as a team in assessing, managing and deciding about the most appropriate action.” As a business owner on the busiest corner of Baker St. my staff and I deal with many people who struggle with their daily lives. Most just want to be warm and to be treated with a bit of dignity. Don’t we all want that? The spannelson. ca website is a very good resource to help us better understand the need for change. Change that will ultimately help not only those suffering but
those who come in contact with those suffering and want to help. Span Nelson’s Mission statement and Vision is inclusive and community oriented. Sadly, this issue is all too quiet, kept in the background, a silent issue. We as residents can not turn a deaf ear and hope this will go away, we need to be proactive, we need to support the City Police and Span to have our voice heard and stand up for those who may not have as comfortable life as I or you. We need to be our brother’s keepers and advocate for injustices.
Commentary: ALR- Agricultural Land Reserve by Ann Remnant, Nelson-Creston Greens
I had never given much thought to the ALR. Honestly, I took it for granted because it’s just common sense to protect the farmland which feeds us, period. The ALR town hall meeting in Nelson saw a room packed with people who care about food. Why? Because the BC government is moving to divide and weaken the ALR. The ALR was set up because farmers were concerned with the rapid loss of farmland in BC. It became the election issue of 1973, and voila, the ALR and its governing body the ALC were born. The ALR protects farming in BC by keeping the price of land low provided it is used to grow food. This is no small feat. As Corky Evans said, “If we hadn’t seen fit to pass the law protecting farmland in 1973 there is no way we could manage to do so now. It was possible then to consider
such a vision, policy and law. It is almost unfathomable today to imagine a government, anywhere, achieving a similar objective”. In BC, only 5% of the land is arable and it is under constant pressure from a variety of non farming interests. Governments of all stripes have lent a sympathetic ear to real estate developers, energy development and other interests which have whittled away at the ALR. Prior to 1973, 6000 hectares of farmland were lost annually. Under the ALR, that has slowed to less than 500 hectares per year. Today, we have more reason than ever to protect our farms. Public support for the ALR has been consistently strong. In 2008, 95% of respondents (2008 Ipsos Reid Poll12) said they support the ALR preserving farm land. Climate change is wreaking havoc
with global weather systems which have a direct impact on growing food. Presently, California is experiencing a severe water shortage. What will we eat if they cannot produce enough for export? Farmers’ markets and locally produced food and products are wildly popular, sales growing by leaps and bounds. This benefits farmers, consumers, local and provincial coffers. The Liberal Government’s proposal to divide and weaken the ALR is presumably to ease the way for resource development in the north. Farming and gas extraction cannot occupy the same piece of land. Once the oil and gas industry gets its hands on it, it’s no longer good for farming. We can’t eat oil. Review the ALR if you must, but only to strengthen it. This is the only logical conclusion.
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Opinion&Editorial My Opinion
by Spencer Pollard
Online Classes (A Waste of Time?) There have always been naysayers who think that online education is a complete waste of time, I disagree. It may not compare to other methods but it’s still a great avenue for those who may not be able to go a more traditional route. One of the main benefits is that your selection is much more vast as you need not have to worry about traveling to a foreign city or the various fees that come into school. Some online programs are free or inexpensive making getting your education a breeze. These programs
also open education up to those who couldn’t attend a course on campus due to reasons such as physical disabilities or lack of time. While the world is still set on having an actual physical degree from a decent school, an online education is still a great way to go about getting your education. A good idea would be to look into a school you want to go to and see if there is an online program that you can use to accumulate credits to eventually attend it. Online education is a good use of your time, how could education not be?
Spencer Pollard is an young man living in Nelson BC with an interest in digital arts and writing. His ideas are of benefit to all of Nelson, and to stroke his abnormally large ego
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Commentary: Honduras Free Trade Agreement Part I
There has been a great deal of speculation the by Alex Atamanenko, MP over past year on various trade agreements Canada wishes to sign. Although the Conservatives like to brag about the trade agreements they have concluded in the last eight years, the facts tell a different story. In truth, they have concluded a total of six trade agreements with the following countries: Jordan, Panama, Peru and Colombia, as well as a goods-only agreement with four small European countries including Liechtenstein and Iceland. The question arises therefore, how do we know if a trade agreement is beneficial
for our country or not? My party (NDP) believes that we should apply three important criteria to assess trade agreements: First, is the proposed partner a democracy that respects human rights, adheres to acceptable environmental standards and Canadian values, and if there are challenges regarding these, can it fairly be said that they are on a positive trajectory toward these goals? Second, is the proposed partner’s economy of significant and strategic value to Canada? Third, are the terms of the proposed agreement acceptable? The proposed free trade agreement with Honduras fails this test.... Link to full press release
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Two billion or more rising on Women’s Day
Saturday, Mar. 8 is International Women’s Day. It was made a day of observation By Nelson Becker for the purpose of acknowledging the respect, appreciation and love towards women and to celebrate women’s economic, political, and social achievements (Wikipedia). In our community and many others around the world, it’s also a day of notoriety for One Billion Rising. One Billion Rising is a movement started
in 2012, that refers to the statistic that one out of three women will be beaten or raped in their lifetime (Wikipedia). There are six billion people in the world, three billion men, three billion women; one third of those women have been victims of violence. Violence is described as physical, emotional, or even just the threat of violence. One Billion Rising says that women will no longer stand to be victims of any violence. I whole heartily support the end of violence
against women. My sadness comes because men and transgender people are also victims of violence and unfortunately are not included in this statement. If you are to ask anyone who says yes to stop violence against women, “but what about violence against men and transgenders?” Of course they will say “yes all violence is bad.” We must learn to stop saying “stop violence against women” but instead say “stop all violence.” One Billion Rising should become two billion or more rising!
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Last week’s survey response: What is it about Nelson that you would like to celebrate? 61.5% Heritage, 61.5% Art, 61.5% Scenic Nature, 46.2% Diverse Lifestyles, 61.5% The People, 46.2% Kootenay Sense of Humour Other:
Alternative Health Capital of North Americawhy is it not in the list? All of the above have magic and wonder. Musicians drawn to Nelson
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Alternative Health. Everybody can see it, feel it... many come here for that reason. Yet, it is not part of our economical development and tourist brochures... The people are what make our town unique. With people of a diverse background that help us make Nelson what it is.
our farmers and the great food they produce Good governance The beautiful buildings in a gorgeous setting. Nelson Waldorf School
Grateful to be able to call it home. The native people tell us this place is a powerful healing place on this planet. They came together here to celebrate the seasons but never settled. For some it is so powerful as to heal for some too powerful to leave.
It was a Nelson mayor, Gerald Rotering, who got the Heritage back into Nelson and turned our fate around. He should get a statue, too. A wonderful educational gem in the beautiful Kootenays. Great school community for families, children, staff and teachers.
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