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Every day is a gift for local family Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net At the age of 11, Sydney Mitchell has already faced many challenges in her life. Before she was born, Sydney was diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome “Essentially she was missing one of the ventricles of the chambers of her heart,� said her mother Shawna Dunn, who was born and raised in Golden. The family spent most of her first year in Edmonton. Sydney had her first heart surgery at ten-days-old and then a second one at nine months. Things were going well for Sydney until the age of two when she went into
massive congestive heart failure and needed a new heart. The family moved to Edmonton, and just before her third birthday she got a heart just in time. “We were very fortunate. Sydney did well until 2007 when she had her first heart attack,� Shawna said. At this point, Sydney had to get a pacemaker which seemed to resolve the problems up until about a year and a half ago, when Sydney was diagnosed with coronary heart disease which Shawna said many people associate with older people. The day before a Cops for Kids event in Golden in 2011, Sydney had another heart attack and ended up back in Edmonton
Right now Sydney is doing all right and the family is waiting to see how long it will be before she gets re listed for another heart. “We do not know from one week to the next where we are going to be,� Shawna said. The family has received a great deal of help from different people, businesses, and through donations over the years which have been a great help for the family. Recently the family received a check in the amount of $571.20 to help cover medical costs, on behalf of McDonalds and the Golden Farmers market. “It was a really big undertaking for Dallas (Matheson)...I want to thank her for her help.�
McDonalds donated coffee to the indoor farmers market held at the Mt 7 Rec Plex. Visitors to the market were able to purchase coffee and used books by donation to help Sydney. “Everything has been helpful. Cops For Kids has made a difference and many other groups,� Shawna said. The family has also held samosa sales on Facebook which have been very successful. “They have been very wonderful,� Shawna said. Sydney will be heading to transplant camp soon where the family will get to meet some other families who are going through the same issues. “Every day is a gift,� Shawna said.
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Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks was in Golden to present new Canadian Flags to local service groups and the Town of Golden. (Pictured left to right) RCMP Sgt. Troy Durand, Town of Golden Councillor Chris Hambruch, Lt. Eddie Leigan of the Golden Fire Department, Golden and District Search and Rescue President Shauna Speers, President of The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #122 Ed Coon, RCMP Const. Spencer Lainchbury, and Mr. Wilks. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
Town of Golden stays fit in Fall and Winter Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net As the weather gets a little cooler, the Town of Golden Recreational Services division is hard at work developing programs to help people stay active. This year there will once again be a number of aquatic programs running with the support of the Town. “Despite the fact the pool is closed we do keep some of our programs rolling,” said Manager of Recreational Services, Jordan Petrovics.
There will be number of different swimming lessons available for local youth between Oct. 16 and Nov. 15, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The lessons will be held at the Sportsman Lodge, 1200 12 Street North, between 4 and 5 p.m. Recreation Services Co-ordinator Kim Bryan explained the different levels will be Sea Turtle (24-36 months) *semiparented, Sea Otter (3-5 years), Salamander (3-5 years), and Sunfish (3-6 years). The cost of the lessons
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is $50 for local residents for 10 lessons. “We are open for registration and folks can come into the town office to get registered,” Bryan said. She also added anyone from Area A can partake in the lessons for an extra $5 charge. Aqua fit will also be back between October 9 and December 4, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, at 5:30 p.m., at The Days Inn. Aqua Fit is an exercise class for young, old, or in the middle. “We will have a certified instructor leading the way with great selection of music,” Bryan said. Bryan also spoke of the the five “magical properties” of water which help make Aqua Fit a great workout for many people. She spoke about buoyancy; which decreases shock, making it a low impact workout; turbulence: currents in the water promote circulation, relaxation, and engage core muscles for stability; resistance: intensity of the exercise can be changed by increasing or decreasing surface area; hydrostatic pressure: heart rate is lowered without losing cardiovascular or aerobic training; and thermal conductivity: water
“wicks” away excess heat creating a cool workout environment. There are different options for payment which range from prepaying for all sessions or dropping by for a single day. The Winter Walking Program is going to continue as well this year. The current plan is to start the program in mid-November. People will be able to walk indoors on Wednesdays and Fridays, times to be determined in the near future. There will also be public programs held at the arena in Golden as well this year. There will be public skate programs starting soon. Monday night will see games of shinny (drop-in hockey) from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. Public skates will be held on Wednesdays, from 7 to 8:15 p.m., and Saturdays, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. “Part of the programs we have going, is to give people the ability for people to stay out and active. We also think it is great to partner with local hotels who have indoor facilities,” Petrovics said. There will also be a parent and tot skate, and senior skate. To learn more about programming check out the Town of Golden website.
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The cheque for the final $11,500 for a new pediatric crib was presented in front of the Golden Hospital on Friday Sept. 14. (From left) Mike Hull represented Cops for Kids who donated the final amount, Maryann Schick (vice-president of the Mountain Magic Quilters Guild who donated $500), Golden’s Health Services Administrator Erica Phillips, Shauna Speers (representing the Golden Paramedics Association who donated $1,000), and EZ Rock’s Chris Cameron. The campaign to fund raise for the crib was kicked off in April with an EZ Rock Radiothon that raised $800. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Thanks shown at Cops for Kids stop in Golden Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net A group of 22 cyclists, including Golden’s Const. Mike Hull, were in Golden on Sept. 13 as part of the annual Cops for Kids ride. Stopping at Sobey’s in Golden, riders had the chance to meet some local families who have benefited from the work of the riders. In a welcome speech Mayor of Golden Christina Benty thanked all of the people who made the ride possible, and for the work they are doing to help local children. “I want to give a huge round of applause for the cyclists who just warmed our hearts by riding in in your uniforms,” she said. “On behalf of the Town of Golden, I want to thank you for making Golden one of your stops, and for being here today.” Benty extended her thanks to everyone in attendance, and Hull in particular for all he has done. “Golden has benefited in the last year to the tune of $24,000 in our community because of Cops for Kids,” Benty said. “I especially want to say thank you to Gold-
en’s own Mike Hull. Thank you Mike for doing this. Mike is incredibly committed to raising funds in our community and making sure families have the support they need.” Benty pointed to the $11,500 which the group has donated for a new pediatric crib at the Golden and District Hospital. Hull then had the chance to speak to the people who came out for the day. “This ride, for me, has just been awesome. I have met great people the whole way. It can’t be done without pulling a whole community together and Golden is a perfect sized town. We could not do it without supporters from our community,” he said. Hull also thanked families who have been helped by Cops for Kids for coming out to the event. A few families who have been helped stepped up to the microphone to thank all of the riders for what they have done to help their children and what they are continuing to do. “I wanted to say thanks to everybody for what they have done and I am very proud to be from Golden,” Hull said.
Kickoff time for Golden Youth Centre Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net It took a crew of dedicated volunteers logging a lot of man hours for the project to get on its feet. And now they can see the fruits of their labour with the grand opening of Golden’s new Youth Centre. The new centre, located in the old Crooked Antler space on 9th Avenue North, was found in August, and the group has been working hard to get it ready ever since. When completed, it will have a small kitchen area, plenty of places to sit, study or just hang out, a stage for performing, a pool table (donated by the Nicholson Fire Department), a wood burning stove (donated by
Parky’s), and space for various activities. The Golden Youth Action Group, who will be operating the youth centre, have been working hard to get it ready for months now. The plan is to have lots of events and activities planned for the centre throughout the fall. The Youth Centre Grand Opening Street Party will be on Sunday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. It will feature live music with special guests Willhorse. The Golden Secondary School senior art class will be featuring their artwork around the centre for the grand opening. Their first assignment of the year was to create a piece for the youth centre. All ages are encouraged to come out for this family friendly event.
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Behind the Wheel A Yellow Traffic Light Means Stop Believe it or not, in British Columbia a yellow traffic light tells you that you must stop before you enter the intersection! Yes, I know that there is one caveat to that statement, and it is “unless the stop cannot be made in safety.” The onus is on the driver that does not stop for the yellow light to show that it was unsafe if they are involved in court proceedings because of their decision. Is anyone able to tell me what a stale green light is? That’s right, it’s a traffic signal that will soon be turning from green to yellow. An example of a stale green light would be one that you have not seen turn green so that you don’t know how long it has been that way, one that has a solid red hand “don’t walk” signal facing the same direction of travel or perhaps the cross street has many vehicles waiting for the red. The proper response when approaching a stale green light is to shadow the brake pedal. This means lifting your foot off of the accelerator and hovering it over the the brake. If a stop is needed, you are already almost there as you are beginning to slow and ready to brake. Couple this with advance warning lights of a signal change and awareness of surrounding traffic and road conditions and the only reason to not stop at a yellow light may be that the light changed when you were so close to the intersection that you had reached the point of no return. The author is a retired constable with many years of traffic law enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit www.drivesmartbc.ca.
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Amber Bostock takes a ride on the course with her horse during the Golden Light Horse Club’s Brisco Challenge. The annual challenge is a day of competition at the Golden Club, followed by a day of competition at the Brisco Club. After a fun weekend, Golden lost the trophy to Brisco. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Vandals strike in King Crescent Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net One August morning, still inside her home, Kelly Hamilton received a phone call from her husband telling her that she had better go outside and have a look at her vehicle. She walked outside to see her car in her driveway, completely covered in some sort of powder. After some confusion and frustration, she spoke with the police who told her that it was powder from a fire extinguisher. “I was told that it happens sporadically, but they’re not going to do anything about it from what I gather,” said Hamilton, still frustrated with the situation roughly a month after the incident. “So this has happened to other people.” Hamilton and her husband, who live in the King Crescent area, were aware of a few youths out that night, making noise in the neighbourhood. “We knew that there were a couple boys out the night
before, just a few doors down from us. But we can’t say it’s them,” she said. After discovering what the powder was, Hamilton had to take time out of her day to clean up the mess. “It’s an oil base, so I spent $10 cleaning my vehicle. So of course when the water hits it you get this oil residue,” she said. Vandalism in general has been a bit of a problem in the King Crescent area as of late says Hamilton. “That’s when we started talking to the police and saying they need to do some drive-bys there.” Hamilton says she thinks that peer pressure, and the need to fit in, is the cause of a lot of these incidents. “The main thing for me is I just wanted to get it out and let people know that this kind of thing is happening,” she said. Anyone with information on this, or any other crimes in the area, is asked to call the Golden RCMP Detachment at 250-344-2221 or Crimestoppers 1-800-222TIPS(8477).
Grand opening and 50th anniversary Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The Ministry of Transportation is hosting a Grand Opening celebration at the Donald Bridge on Sept. 21. A year and a half ago, highway crews took on a massive undertaking at the site of the Donald Bridge. In February of 2011 construction began on the new Donald Bridge, making it four lanes, widening the shoulders, creating a gentler curve on the west entrance to the bridge, and making it a generally safer bridge. This project is a small piece of the Kamloops to Golden Project, an upgrading of the Trans-Canada Highway 1 that would see four lanes all the way from Kamloops
to Golden. Member of Parliament David Wilks and Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett will be standing on the new Donald Bridge at the Grand Opening, along with many of the workers from the project. Flatiron Constructors of Canada is the prime contractor on the project, and have hired many local workers. There has been anywhere from 30 to 50 people working on site at a given time. The ministry is also taking this time to commemorate the highway’s 50th anniversary. At the time of production, no time for the event had been set, but it will be early afternoon on Friday Sept. 21. Check www.thegoldenstar.net for more details.
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RCMP Report: Multiple accidents on roads and gas stolen IRP incidents There were four Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) incidents in the area over a seven-day period.
All of the incidents were considered minor accidents. While most of the incidents involved two vehicles a couple of single vehicle accidents as well. One person was taken to hospital for precautionary reasons.
Multiple accidents Golden RCMP also responded to six collisions. According to the RCMP this number is high for this time of year.
Missing persons On Sept. 14 a request was made to the RCMP to look for potential missing persons who were overdue travellers. The
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people were camping and calling home every evening. While camping in the Field area they were in an area without cell phone service and a call was put into the RCMP. The campers were not in any danger. Golden RCMP remind people who are travelling in the area who have people expecting phone calls at specific times to make sure they have the ability
to make cell phone calls due to the dead areas in service in the mountains. Lost Wallet A wallet was lost containing $30-40 cash, personal credit cards and ID. Anyone who locates it can turn it in at the Golden/Field RCMP detachment in town. It was lost somewhere on 9th Avenue North.
Mental Health On Sept. 10 RCMP received a report that a local resident may be suicidal. The RCMP located the person and they were transported to Cranbrook for further mental health assessment. Dog on the loose There was a report of a dog on the loose in Golden. RCMP wish to let people know the Town of Golden has a bylaw
$1 million raised for hospital mammography unit Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The East Kootenay Foundation for Health has reached its “Clear View” goal, which was to raise $1 million to purchase a new digital stereotactic mammography unit for the East Kootenay Regional Hospital. It was the foundation’s largest public fund raising campaign to date. At the moment, people from the East Kootenays, including Golden, have to travel to either Calgary or Kelowna for a mammogram, or wait for the mobile mammography van from the BC Cancer Agency that comes to Golden twice a year. The goal was to raise the $1 million in two years but, thanks to some outstanding leadership gifts prior to the public launch (October 2011), many public donations and fundraising events throughout the past year, and a final gift of $100,000 from the Lake Windermere District Lions Club, history has been made one year ahead of schedule and the campaign has met its goal. “It is with great pleas-
ure that East Kootenay Foundation for Health can announce that thanks to a gift of $100,000 from the Lake Windermere District Lions Club and the outpouring of support and financial donations from people, organizations, businesses, corporations, and service clubs from throughout the East Kootenay; the ‘A Clear View’ campaign has officially met its goal,” said EKFH Past-Chair Linda Berukoff. “To say it was an ambitious campaign was definitely an understatement. It was the largest fund raising venture our organization had ever attempted, but the need was great. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women and early detection and treatment is the key to survival.” To commemorate the magnitude of the fundraising effort, and the final gift that tipped the scale, the Lake Windermere District Lions Club hosted a dinner, inviting representatives from some of the key pre-campaign leadership organizations, including EKFH Executive Director Donna
Education program close to home Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Golden students who aspire to be teachers now have an educational option that is closer to home. The College of the Rockies campus in Cranbrook, in conjunction with the University of Victoria, is offering a full four-year Bachelor of Education program. The advantages of taking a Bachelor of Education degree at COTR are many. Students gain a rural teaching perspective and rural teaching is one of the fastest growing opportunities in education. They also receive face-to-face instruction in smaller classes where they are a name and not a number. Learn more about the program at www.cotr.bc.ca/ EKTEF.
Grainger. “I was really overcome by emotion when the reality hit that we all made something beautiful happen. For me the campaign was not just about the financial outcome but about the wonderful array of moments that remind you how precious life is. ‘A Clear View’ has impacted my life so wonderfully,” said Grainger. Grainger also wants thank and acknowledge the generous support from the Golden area: $500 from the Mountain Magic Quilters Guild, $1,137 from Giant Steps Preschool, as well as all the personal donations. “The fact that this got done ahead of schedule has been phenomenal, and it just goes to show the generosity of the people from all these communities,” said Erica Phillips, health services administrator for Golden and Invermere, add-
ing that the importance of mammograms in early detection cannot be overstated. “The earlier you can detect and start treatment, the greater the likelihood of a successful outcome. They say a mammogram will identify a tumour five times sooner than just doing a selfcheck would.” The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that women start getting regular mammograms at the age of 40, but if you have to travel on the Trans Canada Highway for three to four hour, it makes it difficult for a lot of women. “The big thing we’re trying to work on with the health authority, is try to keep people as close to home as possible, and keep people off the roads,” said Phillips. Once the new digital stereotactic mammography unit is in the East Kootenay Regional Hos-
pital in Cranbrook, it will be a much easier drive, especially with the Health Connections Bus running from Golden to Cranbrook a couple times a week.
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I’m tired of lockouts I, like many Canadians, was all ready to go. The jersey was cleaned, the list of snacks needed was written, a cold beverage or two was in the fridge, and the only thing missing was a game to watch. But then, the news which all hockey fans were dreading, finally came from upon the mountain. Sorry all dedicated fans, but we are locking the players out, and who knows when this one is going to end. By Darryl Crane This is the third time since 1994 that the National Hockey League and the NHL Players Association have had this happen. I am sure many fans remember the last time, when a whole season was lost. It was a long miserable winter which we were forced to endure. It is hard for fans to watch the owners of the NHL and NHL players fight over rights and, of course, how the pie, which fans supply, is split between them. Of course this is just the tip of the financial issues when a lockout or strike happens. When the Vancouver Canucks made it to the Stanley Cup finals, restaurant, pubs, and bars in Vancouver reaped the benefits, which went into the millions of dollars, because fans were out in full force to watch the games. People who enjoy sports spend money, whether they are at the games, or in a pub. I myself enjoy popping out to a pub to watch a game or two a month, during the hockey season. However, if the hockey isn’t, there then the energy to get out of my chair at home is diminished greatly. Bars, pubs and those people who work in the industry across Canada and in Golden feel the sting when fans feel betrayed. Another area which gets a beating during this time are the stores which make a chunk of their living selling NHL jerseys, t-shirts, mugs, and other memorabilia. It is tough to justify going out and buying a new jersey or t-shirt when there is no light seen at the end of the tunnel. I once worked at an NHL arena and know how many staff it takes to keep the show going. I was paid for the number of hours I worked. If there was no work, I did not make any money. That math is pretty simple for people who work in those sports temples. The list will go on for all of the hard workers and hockey lovers who are having their winters altered by not having the chance to watch some the greatest players in the world play. Granted, if you are in Oklahoma City, I hope you go to watch the Barons because the Edmonton Oilers sent back a great group of young players to watch. Lucky are the people in Oklahoma City. But since it is highly unlikely anyone in Golden will get the chance to pop down South, we should be happy we have our own local team to cheer on. The Golden Rockets are back starting another run towards the playoffs. The young men who take to the ice are not getting paid millions to come out and play. They do not have advertising dealing for sticks, skates, or anything else. Many of them have part-time jobs or go to school in between working out and practices on and off the ice. They are happy to be here and having the chance to play a game that they love. In the end, we are lucky to have them in town because at least for now we know their season won’t stop because of a debate over proft sharing.
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Rockwater Rocks Hi! I just moved to Golden and I went to see 54-40 last night at the Rockwater Bar in Golden. The show was advertised a couple of weeks ago, at least that`s when we (my girl and me)heard about it. It was $25.00 a ticket in advance or $30.00 at the door. I bought 2 tickets on Friday the 14 for us. We had actually thought we`d missed the show and it was the weekend before, but while doing our intake with our new doctor on Friday afternoon we discovered that it would be on the next day. We thought that they were probably sold out. Come on, it`s the day before the show and it`s 54-40, in a bar with a maximum attendance of what, 250-350
people, but we decided to go and see if there was a chance of finding a couple of tickets. Not only did we get our tickets but I`m sure I saw a couple buy two tickets at the door on our way in. Are you kidding me? 54-40 in the bar and tickets still available the day before. That just blows me away. The band did too. It was just soooo good. There was two other bands that played before them. I didn`t catch the names of the other bands, but Willhorse was named as the opening act on the advertising poster. Both of them sounded great and were really entertaining. 54-40 was awesome. It was such a great experience seeing such a well known band in such a small venue. The crowd was enthusiastic and well behaved and the band rocked. We had
low are our new councillors and are to be congratulated on their election victories. Their work is just beginning. The citizens of Golden and both residential and business taxpayers were also winners. An unnecessary and costly project was rejected by an overwhelming majority; close to two to one. Hopefully this will be the start of some sound financial planning which will result in decreased spending by the Town and prudent management of our Town’s assets and limited financial resources. Perhaps the new council will be more mindful of the fact that taxpayers are feeling the financial burden of a sluggish econ-
Winners and Losers The biggest winner was the democratic process; the citizens of Golden had the opportunity to vote in a free and democratic election. Nine Hundred and Fifty three citizens cast their ballots or close to 34 per cent of the total electorate. This is quite an achievement given that in the last municipal election far less than 30 per cent of the eligible voters cast a ballot. All five candidates who stood for office are winners. They are to be congratulated for taking part in an exciting and crucial election. Well done and thank you. Keith Hern and Connie Bar-
such a great view, never mind us, everyone had such a great view and the band put out big time. Song after song, hit after hit. It was such a wonderful night. It is truly so cool that such a big name band like 54-40 would do a tour in such small venues as The Rockwater Bar for so little. Hat`s off to the band for giving their fans, new and old, such an opportunity. Did I mention that my girl and I had one of the best times of our lives? Wow! I don`t know where they are playing next, but if it`s close to you, go! A big THANK YOU to everyone who went and to everyone involved in putting together the show together. Raymond James Brown Golden
omy and are in no mood for frivolous spending and increases to the size and cost of the Town’s workforce. Maybe we’ll see some fiscal belt tightening and hopefully reductions in a number of management and other staff positions. Losers during the election were Mayor Benty and Councillors Moss and Pecora who championed the Bridge to Bridge Project. They have wasted tens of thousands of dollars if not hundreds of thousands on a project that the citizens soundly rejected. But perhaps the biggest loser was Councillor Chris Hambruch. Not only did he lose the Bridge to Bridge referendum but the candidate whom
he wholeheartedly endorsed didn’t even finish in the top three. After spending and wasting much of his political capital perhaps Councillor Hambruch will re-visit his priorities and begin to re-connect with the electorate as the next election is only two years away. All in all a great result for the residents and business owners of Golden and the democratic process! The citizens have had their say and they have spoken with a loud voice…no more spending on frivolous projects, no more tax increases and begin to restore the Town’s finances to a healthy and positive state. Bob Munro Golden
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Golden point of view Do you think that there is enough to do in Golden during the shoulder season? Stingers to the noisy sky diving plane... no wonder people jump out of it! A Star to the Rockwater for bringing some great shows to Golden
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“I think they could probably add a lot more stuff, especially for teenagers. I’ve got a teen boy and we find it difficult to amuse him this time of year.”
“I can’t really say, I’m not an outdoors person. But I know that property damage increases in the gap between the summer activities ending, and the ski hill opening.”
“On a sunny day like today it would be nice to see more people outside. It’s a beautiful place, I think there could be more to do.”
Stars to Kicking Horse Culture for securing a great Fall Kicks line-up.
Stingers to all the people who think they can budge their way to the front of the crowd at a concert, and block the people who were smart enough to get there early.
Stingers to my neighbours for keeping me up all night with your fighting.
Stingers to my jeans that are much tighter than they were a couple
Stingers to the NHL. You know why.
Councillor Moss said at the Council meeting following the delivery of 749 counter petitions opposing the B2B borrowing bylaw that he understood that the community was saying something, but he wasn’t certain just what was being said. Councillor Hambruch seemed to believe that if only they were given the opportunity, the silent majority would throng forth and embrace the project. Obviously neither they, nor the rest of their colleagues on Council ( John Jackson excepted) had any perception of the popular mood concerning the issue, since even the scaleddown borrowing referendum at $1.3 million was soundly defeated. I am concerned that Council will characterize this defeat as the work of a few rabble rousers.
months ago. I did not grow, you shrunk! Stars to Curt for putting together a fun afternoon before the Rockets home opener. Stingers to all the people who can’t hold onto their drinks when they’re in the bar. Stingers to the tech guys who changed my entire computer system at work without telling me beforehand.
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Stars to Cops for Kids for donating the final amount for the new pediatric crib at the Golden Hospital.
That would be a serious mistake. My view is that the referendum was defeated because the electors did not want their taxes increased by any amount at this time; there is no appetite for further grandiose projects. B2B also became a symbol of a Town Council that refuses to accept that our community is in acute recession. The project became emblematic of the failure of the Town administration to share the pain that the great majority of businesses in town are facing, and to reduce town expenditures, just as restaurateurs, professionals, retail outlets and hospitality owners have all had to do. The referendum result demonstrates that Town Council is disengaged from the current mood of the community. Notwithstanding a late closing drive to sell B2B, including flyers, open houses and the like, the administration was
unable to rally even 15 per cent of the electorate to support the project. Despite claiming that it wishes to hear from the taxpayers and take their views into account, this particular Council seems to have developed a tin ear. It has, for example, no meaningful committees on which talented member of the public can participate to influence decisions , preferring to staff its committees with paid managers and councillors: the converted preaching to the converted. If Town Council wishes to regain its leadership role in the community, then it must move now to address those issues that are troubling the electorate, of which the B2B debate was symptomatic. These issues include the unhealthy relationship with Urban Systems, the need for a fresh look at the OCP (official community plan), and the overstaffing of the Town office.
To assist in bringing forward citizen perspectives on these issues, a number of us intend to form an ongoing Committee of Responsible Electors (The CORE). The mandate of the committee will be to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability within the Town Administration. The committee will probably work mainly through email and Facebook, but an organizational meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at the Golden Seniors Centre. It is expected at this meeting that there will be discussion on current Town staffing levels and a report on Urban Systems billings to the Town will be presented for discussion and endorsement. Bruce F. Fairley Golden
All of the citizens have the right to know the truth One of the fundamental tenets of democracy is that citizens have the right to know the truth. You have the right to the facts about the financial state of your province. And you have the right to know how your money is being spent. We choose representatives to make laws and to provide the services that we as a society have decided should be managed and funded collectively. And those elected representatives have to decide how to ensure that gov-
ernment has the revenue needed to pay for the programs they deliver. Government raises revenue in a number of ways. As individuals, it feels like the most pervasive methods are personal income tax and the HST. But other revenue streams come from property taxes, corporate taxes, royalties, dividends from crown corporations, and fees such as Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums. British Columbia is touted as a low-tax juris-
diction with low corporate and personal income tax rates. But having such low tax rates has some very predictable results. As tax rates have been reduced we’ve had to pay more in other ways, we’ve had to reduce the services that government provides, and we’ve had to increase the province’s debt. You may be paying less income tax, but over the last decade, MSP premiums have gone up by 85 percent. The implementa-
tion of HST increased the tax burden on consumers by $1.9 billion each year. And BC Hydro rates have increased dramatically. As the government prepares for the next budget and the upcoming election, the Finance minister will be scrambling as he tries to give you the impression that BC’s budget will be balanced and that the provincial debt is under control. But further examination will tell you that neither of those assertions is accurate.
The BC Liberals are planning on using two main tools to try to get to a balanced budget: selling off publicly-owned assets and one-year reductions in ministry budgets. Anyone who is responsible for the family budget knows that this is not a strategy that actually works. If you sell your house you may be able to pay more bills, but you no longer have a place to live. And if you stop spending on maintenance on your vehicle this year you will just have to pay more next
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year. The people I talk to understand that the financial situation in BC is really tough. They know that the actions of the BC Liberals could impact our financial future for decades. But they also understand that the only way forward is to be honest about where we are and to lay out a reasonable and considered financial plan for the future. This is Part 1 of a multipart series that will cover a number of aspects
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Start Right Ideas and activities to support your children’s learning. Thursdays, Sept. 27 to Nov. 2 9:30am – 11:15am At StrongStart, Alexander Park School A 6-week program for families with children ages 3 to 5 Program includes: • childminding • snacks • take-home kits Only 10 families maximum, so register now.
Finding Nemo 3D Showing Friday Sept. 28 to Thursday Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.
This Week The Community Garden at the Ruth Wixon House is looking for volunteers to drop in on Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 8 to 9 a.m. Job Readiness Skills Free program running Sept. 24 to 28, daily from 9 a.m. to noon at Work BC. Program prepares adults for the workforce. Register at mde@cbal. org by Sept. 21. Smile Cookies on sale at Tim Hortons until Sunday Sept. 23. Proceeds go to the Golden Early Childhood Development Coalition.
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Call Shelley Zajsek at 250-439-9324. Golden Cycling Club group ride and instruction. 7 p.m. Instruction from Andy Bostock at the new Pump Track. To learn more at www.goldencyclingclub.com Also check out the Golden Cycling Club group ride and instructions. Golden Golf Club Men’s Day ever y Wednesday starting at 1:30 p.m.
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Tercon Construction Ltd. would like to inform the travelling public of our construction project 4 km East of Golden, B.C. on the Trans Canada Highway. The project currently has an expected completion date of November 2012. We appreciate your patience during this time and request that you please watch for our crews and obey all construction signs.
Arcane Saints, explosive hard rock at the Rockwater Grill and Bar
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Site Safety OfďŹ ce at: 250-344-6768.
Ben & Eric Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub.
Start Right Free six-week program for parents and children ages three to five in the StrongStart room at APES. Learn how to support your child’s learning. Call 250439-9324 to register.
Hungarian Rhapsody Queen: Live in Budapest.
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For the first time on the big screen, the original 1986 concert re-mastered in high definition and 5.1 surround sound. Thursday Sept. 20 at the Golden Cinema at 8 p.m. Mountain Magic Quilters Guild Meets on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 in the Golden High School’s sewing room. New members and guests always welcome, annual membership is $25.
Fri, Sept. 21 Grand Opening of the Donald Bridge Join MP David Wilks and the workers from the Donald Bridge project for a grand opening ceremony.
Sat, Sept. 22 Karaoke Night The Mad Trapper hosts a karaoke night ever y Saturday. Kid’s Movies Club This week’s movie is Ratatouille at 1 p.m. Admission is free.
Sun, Sept. 23 Public Skate at the Golden Arena Every Sunday from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Come skate with family or friends. Helmets are recommended, no pucks or sticks allowed on ice during public skate. Youth Centre Grand Opening Street Party The YAG is celebrating their new home on 9th Avenue North from 2 to 4 p.m.
Mon, Sept. 24 Co-ed badminton at the Mount 7 rec plex from 7-8:30 p.m.
Tues, Sept. 25 The Committee of Responsible Electors (the CORE) is having their organizational meeting at the Seniors Centre at 7 p.m. Join the Cadets This free program meets ever y Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 at
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the Legion Banquet Hall. For young men and women ages 12 to 18.
Metal Punk band on Friday September 28 at the Rockwater.
John Jenkins & Friends Live acoustic mountain folk, Rock, Reggae, improv. This week, a special patio set from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Rockwater Grill & Bar.
Shred Kelly album release party. On Saturday September 29 at the Rockwater Grill and Bar.
Free Homework Help Program Every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Lion’s Den below the library. For students Grades 3 to 7. Just drop in. Golden Golf Club Ladies Day every Tuesday starting at 2:30 p.m. Pilates Core and More A pilates-based bone building class focusing on posture, core strength, fracture prevention and balance. Runs Tuesdays and Fridays from now to Oct. 12, noon to 1 p.m. Sign up at COTR. The Golden Basketball Association will be holding a registration night at the Mount 7 Rec Plex from 6- 8 p.m.
Upcoming Events Joel Plasket The Juno award winner will start off Kicking Horse Culture’s Live Kicks series on Sept. 26 at the Golden Civic Centre. Take Back the Night The community of Golden and the surrounding area is invited to join The Golden Women’s Resource Centre for this empowering event and demonstration. This event includes a march of solidarity, inspiring and thought provoking words, poetr y and entertainment. Friday Sept. 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wine and Cheese Gala Silent auction and fundraising event at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 122 on Sept. 28 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Honoured guest speaker will be Mcpl Paul Franklin, with the Amputee Coalition of Canada. Next Golden Rockets Home Games Friday Sept. 28 vs Kimberley Saturday Sept. 29 vs Columbia Valley Scythia
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Early HiBEARnation Event: Bear Aware & Dr. Sawaya Thursday September 27 Think there’s too many bears? Not enough? Learn what’s happening with Dr. Mike Sawaya, Carnivore Research Ecologist. Doors open at 6 p.m., Dr. Sawaya’s presentation will begin at 7 p.m. Soup day at the Golden Seniors Centre on Friday, September 28 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. There are three kinds of soup, a white or brown bun with butter, coffee or tea and desert for only $5.00. Children under three years of age are free. WTF Party at Taps Friday Oct. 5, hear Dr. Paul Kershaw talk about struggles of raising children in today’s society, and what we can do about it. Followed by dancing with DJ Mihajic. Starts at 5:30 p.m., no cost. Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards Saturday Oct 20, 2012 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. 2012 Community Excellence Awards Contact: Ruth Hamilton 250344-7125. Website: www.goldenchamber.bc.ca Wedding Party and Gift Show October 14 at the Golden Rec Plex. Whether you’re planning for a wedding, staff function, birthday, anniversar y celebrations or any kind of party. Vendors are now being accepted. Admission to the event will be $2 or a donation to the Golden Food Bank or Little Mittens. For more information go to www.91sheep.ca or 250-342-7625 Duck Race Tickets on sale for the Lions Club fundraiser at Elite Nutricion, Nicholson Store, TRU Value, and from all Lion Club members. Only 500 tickets printed, $10 each. Race will be held on Oct. 14 at 2 p.m.
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A look back at the history behind ‘The Cache’ in Golden
- Turning Back the Pages By Colleen Palumbo
The river delta that Golden sits on was known by the first tappers, traders, surveyors and miners as Kicking Horse Flats. As more Europeans moved into the area they became aware of the old log supply cache that had been built for the surveyors and began referring to it as the cache. Trappers and natives made dates to meet at the place where “The Cache� was, on say – when the moon was full in October. As a result of its favorable location at the confluence of the Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers it became a popular spot for such meetings and soon a few rough log buildings were built. Packers and traders
began bringing supplies into the area. It became more than the meeting of two rivers, it was also a gathering place for people of all kinds. It was in 1882 that Baptiste Morigeau and his sister Sophie Morigeau, came to the area to trade. Baptiste opened the first store in Golden, having brought in a pack trail of horses with supplies to get him started. Just as the supplies started to run out Sophie arrived with a pack train to restock the store. She stayed a time, probably selling her supplies while her brother went back to replenish his. Baptiste, was born in 1842 to Francois and Isabella Taylor and was a remarkable man. A metis man, whose father was born to a mixed marriage, Baptiste’s first wife was Colette (Koolate) Kinbasket, daughter of Chief Pierre Kinbasket. He had several children with Colette. Although I have no definitive proof at this time, I think she may have died after the birth of one of the children. On April 18, 1881, Baptiste married Therese Kai-
use (aka Cai, Coy, Cain), a woman of mixed blood, and they had a dozen children together. Therese was with Baptiste when he came to Golden. I think people generally assume that settlers to this country came and stayed but one of the things that I have learned over the years is that people moved all over the place. Baptiste and his family was no exception. Over the course of his years he lived in Golden, Rocky Mountain House, Windermere, Colville Washington but travelled as far as Minneapolis to pick up supplies. Sophie Morigeau has to be one of the most interesting characters I have ever studied. Here parentage is still in question. I was believed that her father was Patrick Finley but its also possible that Francois was actually her father. At any rate her baptism certificate says Sophie she was Sophie Finley but from the time her mother started to live with Baptiste she became a Morigeau. From her birth she realised that she would
have to fit into two really different lives. While her father, Francois was a man of mixed blood himself, he insisted that all of his children be baptised in the Catholic faith and learned the ways of other Europeans. They were sent to school when it was possible and learned how to sew in the European style. On the other hand she could easily adapt to the native side of her family, and learning several languages and dialects which was useful in her trading business. Sophie was encouraged to be independent but at the ripe old age of 16 she married Jean Baptiste Chabotte in Washington. She didn’t enjoy the married life at all and after 8 years of marriage the two separated. Sophie was a clever business woman, who was respected for her skill. She eventually settled in the area near Eureka, Montana, running a store. She had a large tract of land and kept horses and cows. One of my favorite stories about her is that after an accident with a horse Sophie, whose rib was
This a picture of North Golden when it was first being settled. Photo courtesy of the Golden Museum broken and protruding through the skin, used her hunting knife and performed surgery on herself to remove the broken rib – which she kept on display in her home until her death. As she advanced in age she travelled less, and was more vulnerable. Each
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Surprises never end when your 90th birthday roles around Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net Phyllis Anderson recently celebrated her 90th birthday in Golden and is enjoying life to the fullest. “It feels really good. I feel great,� she said. “All of the parties and phone calls I have got. It is just surprising.� Anderson said she has been receiving well wishes from a number of people who she has not spoken to in years. “I go to bed and I can’t sleep because I am
thinking about people who I have not heard from for so long.� Almost a week after her birthday, Anderson said she was still shocked by the number of gifts she has received. “It was wonderful,� she said. Anderson has lived in Golden since 1965 when she came to the town from Beaver Lodge, Alberta. She came to spend some time with her sister who was living in the town. After her sister left she worked at a
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local store. “I was busy all the time and I liked the people here,� she said. Golden was also the place where she met her husband Robert. “I like it here and then I met up with this guy and got married in 1966,� she said. Since she retired, she spends her time mowing her lawn, getting wood, and still volunteering. “I don’t sit back and do nothing. I keep going. That’s why I have made it this far,� she said. Anderson said her mother lived to be 101 and told her she would have to be the same age some day. A person who
enjoyed fishing, Robert said she was better than him when they would go out together. Anderson has also been a part of different choirs for most of the past 74 years. Even though she has though about quitting she said, “The men and ladies are really nice to me in the choir.� As for being married Anderson said she and Robert are still very happy. “We haven’t had a fight yet so we must be doing all right,� she said. In the end, Anderson said that she is a very happy person and, “it pays to be 90.�
Phyllis Anderson has had a great time celebrating her 90th birthday. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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Have you ever googled your business, or yourself? You may be surprised at the results. On Monday, September 10, at the Ramada Golden, Tourism British Columbia hosted a workshop in partnership with Tourism Golden. Daniel Edward Craig, consultant for Tourism BC delivered a workshop entitled ‘Managing Your Online Reputation’. The workshop was attended by 27 participants representing all sectors of tourism businesses in Golden and Kicking Horse Country, from small B&Bs to large hotels, restaurants, and activity operators. Increasingly, travelers are bypassing traditional sources of trip information and advice and using social networks to consult sources they trust: other travelers and friends. The trend has given rise to a critical new function in tourism: online reputation management, the process of monitoring, reacting to, and generating online reviews and content. Amongst other topics, participants of the workshop learnt about why online reputation management is essential to the tourism industry, creating a virtuous cycle using customer satisfaction to build loyalty and advocacy, which in turn drives reputation and demand, and best practices for reacting and responding to reviews and feedback. Considered a thought leader in social media and online reputation management, Daniel Craig is the
featured speaker at TripAdvisor’s Master Class events across North America. Daniel wrote the recent guide for Tourism BC’s Tourism Business Essentials series entitled “Online Reputation Management.� Daniel presented a stimulating and engaging workshop, encouraging and managing the lively discussions of the participants, and answering questions along the way. Marketing Manager of Tourism Golden, Joanne Sweeting said, “With Tourism BC hosting the workshop, we have been able to deliver the first event of this type to our stakeholders. I am extremely pleased with the interest and level of engagement shown, and Tourism Golden is already planning more tourism business related workshops for our stakeholders in the future�. She also recommends that tourism businesses utilise the free resources offered by Tourism BC which include free Tourism Business Essentials guides on tourism business fundamentals, marketing and promotion, and understanding unique tourism markets in BC. Sweeting also commented that “as the Destination Marketing Organization for Golden and Kicking Horse Country, the workshop highlighted the important part that each stakeholder business plays in contributing to promoting the fabulous benefits that Golden has to offer to visitors. Together we create and reinforce an overwhelming and compelling image of Golden from which we will all benefit. I encourage all tourism businesses to review their online and social media presence, and to start managing it.�
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Getting started on the right path to a life full of reading Desneiges Profili Regional Program Manager- West Kootenay/ Boundary Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Early literacy development begins the moment a child is born. Every touch, word and image helps to build the skills needed for children to become lifelong learners. Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in whatever endeavours they choose and it is every parent’s wish to have their child grow to become a confident and resilient adult. The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) recognizes that parents are the first and most important teachers in a child’s life and demonstrates that commitment by investing resources into community programming across the Columbia Basin. CBAL reaches across the region, delivering and supporting programs that focus on providing parents and caregivers with the tools and knowledge needed to support their children’s physical, cognitive and social & emotional development. In Valemount, Play and Learn is offered to families with preschool children. Participants discover ways to support emerging literacy skills through songs, stories, rhymes, sign language, crafts and everyday teaching opportunities, while children engage in facilitated, creative play. The connection a parent has with a child is unmistakeable and programs such as Play and Learn build on that connection to enhance the development of early literacy skills. By the time a child starts kindergarten, they may know the alphabet, be familiar with the letters in their own names and even have begun to recognize simple words. These skills are key milestones and family literacy programs, such as Parent-Child Mother Goose, Love 2 Learn and Alphabet Soup, aim to help further develop
these skills. Once a child enters school, parents want to be supportive as their children develop and acquire new knowledge and skills. CBAL offers a number of family literacy programs designed to support this specific age group. In Revelstoke, and other communities across the Columbia Basin, Parents as Literacy Supporters (PALS) has been offered in partnership with school districts. “PALS gives families a chance
to connect with their Kindergarten teacher, and provides information, ideas, strategies and activities that can be used at home. PALS is a wonderful opportunity to bring together parents, teachers, and community as partners to support young children’s learning,” says Tracy Spannier, Community Literacy Coordinator in Revelstoke. Take time to attend a family literacy program in your community. Visit your local library, family centre or visit www.cbal.org to learn
more about family literacy programs in your community. On Wednesday, October 10th support literacy in your community by taking part in Black Press and CBAL’s Reach a Reader campaign. Buy your local newspaper from a volunteer who will be out on the town and all proceeds raised will go to support literacy programs in your community. By learning together we will grow strong together.
Wednesday, October 10 The Golden Star and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy are partnering on a great new event for Golden. On Wednesday, October 10, some of Golden’s highest profile people will be out on the street with our newspaper asking for donations to help support literacy initiatives in our community. Along with your donation we will give you a copy of your community newspaper for FREE (plus there might be a few extra promos to go along with that). Absolutely all funds raised from the day will go towards CBAL and all funds will stay in the community in which they are raised to support literacy programs in our community.
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Golden Moments: A great life being enjoyed in Golden Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net Thelma Barlow has been a part of the life and times in Golden since she was born on Valentine’s Day in 1926. Her last name before she was married was also a well-known local family, the Kings. Barlow said she has seen many changes in Golden over the years. “There were gravel roads and wooden sidewalks but it was great. I have had a wonderful life here,” Barlow said. Barlow’s father, Thomas King, ran the Thomas King General Merchant which would eventually become Barlows Department Store. Barlow ran it with her husband Fred for 28 years. While in the store one day her father was made an offer that led to fouryear-old Barlow getting a new pet deer named Nelly. “She was four days old when I got her. There was a gentlemen wandering around Cedar Lake and noticed the baby without a mother. He went there
for days and on the fourth day she was panting...the gentlemen went to my dad and asked him if he had a little girl and if he could give the deer to me. My dad said sure,” she said. She raised Nelly for 10 years and felt it was a great experience to have at that age. “It taught me a lot of things. My mom always watched me but it taught me a lot,” she said. Barlow looks back on her time growing up in Golden fondly. “A bunch of us kids went to school together. We would take flashlights in February and skate from the bridge in Nicholson back down the Columbia River to the old mill. It was beautiful,” she said. “There was so much to do for kids if they just think about it.” She was also an avid riders of horses when she was growing up and thinks children today should get out and enjoy where they live. “They are told to do this and told to do that. There are lots of things they could do. They could help an older person do their lawn. Anything to help them
develop and be strong inside themselves,” she said. “Let them be responsible.” Barlow said teaching her children about sharing and doing things for themselves was good for them. “I always say, make each day the best that you can,” she said. To this day, Barlow said she still loves housework which was the same as her mother who whistled every day while she was doing her own cleaning. In addition to her own children, Barlow now has four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren whom she loves to spend time with. She enjoys her trips to the coast at Christmas with her son Gord and his wife Connie. “Golden never died. It always came back from what its problem was. I think that is the way it has been for all the years I remember because places like LP have down times but always come back. I always think there are good people in Golden. I was always around good people and that is important,” she said.
Thelma Barlow has seen many changes in Golden since 1926. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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Bear encounters on the rise with more sightings near water Sadie Parr Golden Bear Aware Community Co-ordinator Bears have been sighted travelling along rivers
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BEARS CAN BE ENCOUNTERED ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. The best encounter is one prevented. This can be done by being aware of your surroundings; knowing how to reduce the likelihood of encounters, and being prepared to react properly if an encounter should take place. Pay attention to signs of bear activity such as scats, tracks and digging. Make noise when on trails, keep dogs leashed, carry bear spray where appropriate and know how to use it. To remain “unattractive to bears� at home, ensure that fruit is harvested as soon as it is ripened. If you have too much fruit, the Golden Foodbank would be happy to accept it, and Boo at the Grizzly Refuge will gladly receive any windfall fruit. For those who just want to find a willing picker to glean their tree, the Sustainable Golden Facebook page has become a great resource to find help and share. Golden Bear Aware is gathering 20,000 calorie food baskets for the Golden Food Bank. Donations of non-perishable food will save $2 off an “Early HiBEARnation� ticket. This event will feature large carnivore ecologist Michael Sawaya, who has been researching bears, wolves and cougars in the Rocky Mountains for 15 years. Bear Aware is proud to host Dr. Sawaya at the Civic Cen-
To learn more about managing wildlife attractants visit the Bear Aware website www.bearaware. bc.ca. Bear Aware gratefully acknowledges the financial support of Columbia Basin Trust, a regional corporation created to deliver social, economic, and environmental bene-
Photo submitted fits for residents of the Columbia Basin. Bear Aware would also like to thank its sponsors: the B.C. Conservation Foundation, the B.C. Ministry of Environment, and the Town of Golden. To report a bear sighting or wildlife incident, call the RAPP line at 1-877952-7277.
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The Bowle-Evans Award for Community Development was created to honour community volunteers in the mold and memory of Peter Bowle-Evans. Peter provided leadership and vision in the creation of the road up Mt. 7 and the development of the launch site. He was tireless in fundraising and building community support for this project, attracting volunteers ranging from hand gliders and road builders to local and provincial political leaders. Without the development of this initial infrastructure there would be no bike trails on Mt 7 and no viewpoint for those of us who are not brave enough to fly from the launch which has made Golden a global destination for paragliding. This award from Golden Area Initiatives is presented at the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards each year and started in 2008. Eligible nominees for this award include notfor-profit organizations and community members that have made outstanding contributions to the communities of Kicking Horse Country (Golden and CSRD Area A) through the implementation of innovative
ideas and approaches in response to community challenges and opportunities. This award is intended to honour social innovators who are developing new ideas in order to address complex social and community issues that help the community continue to be a great place to live. Examples of innovative approaches to community development activities may include: developing creative approaches to programs and activities, fostering community engagement and community spirit, developing community resources and infrastructure. Previous recipients of this Award include: 2008 Roger Ross for his contributions to the Golden and District Golf Club; 2009 - Merle and Mike McKnight for their contributions to the development of the White Tooth Ski Area; 2010 - Evelyn Keenleyside for her ongoing work in the Social Service Sector; and 2011 Jeff and Joan Dolinsky for their work in making Golden, BC, a cross-country ski destination. Nomination forms can be found online at: www. goldenbritishcolumbia.com or printed forms are available at the Golden Star office. Please submit completed nomination forms with Reason for Nomination paragraph included, on or before October 1st, 2012 to: edo@ goldenbritishcolumbia.com or in person at: the Golden Area Initiatives office located in the BC Visitors Centre at 111 Golden Donald Upper Rd. Golden, BC.
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Golden and District Search and Rescue conduct HETS training Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Golden and District Search and Rescue (GADSAR) conducted their annual HETS (helicopter external transport system) training at their new headquarters near the airport this weekend. “What we’re doing here is, we’ve simulated an accident. We’ve got two people that are on the slope, and we got called in for a search and rescue task. So a team of three will conduct the rescue mission,” said Kyle Hale, one of three managers with GADSAR. The team did a fly over in the helicopter to do some reconnaissance of the area, look at the risks and benefits, and come up with a rescue plan. The team determines that HETS, or heli-sling, is
the best way to go. This specialized piece of equipment wraps around the fuselage of the aircraft, while the personnel hang below. “We do operations like this with a heli-sling fairly regularly... it’s such a powerful rescue tool,” said Hale. Not every member of GADSAR can be HETS trained says Shauna Speers, president of GADSAR. But it is training that every search and rescue member aspires to. “It’s such a great tool and we use it quite often, it’s so efficient. So everyone usually likes to get a shot at HETS training,” she said. Both “injured” parties were air lifted to safety, using the heli-sling, in GADSAR’s successful training session.
A Golden and District Search and Rescue member waits while a helicopter lifts him off the ground during a training session on Saturday, Sept. 15. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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Spinning wheels keeps a woolly tradition alive in Golden Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net A local group of hard workers with great talent has kept alive the tradition of spinning their own wool, silk and much more. The High Country Hand Spinners started up over a decade ago and still has over a dozen members. “There was a woman in town here who started the group,� said member Jackie Campbell. The group gets together once a month in the winter for dyeing events. Some members of the group have also take courses in Alberta to advance what they can do. “It is working with the fibre, I think. Some of us have gone to Olds College in Alberta for Fibre Week,� Campbell said. Those who have gone to Olds have taken a Masters Spinners Program. “You go for a week, and then you do homework for a year,� Campbell said. During the training you learn about the history of spinning, different types of fibres and much more. “Through the Masters Program, they would be able to identify a species of sheep from all over the world,� said Joyce DeBoer. The spinners take many of the products they make out to fairs and craft shows in the area. The reaction from people who drop by their stands are usually quite interesting. “One person may say how they remember doing this and they never would again, while other people say their parents used to do it. Young teenage boys are also fascinated by this, they just stand there and watch,� Campbell said. “Some of the younger kids come and have a look at it and are quite good at it. Some of the adults are scared of it, and afraid of breaking something,� said Renee Pape. The participants in the group said all it takes is patience and practice to learn how to spin. Becky Leonty had only been spinning for three days when she explained what it was that made her want to try out a new hobby. “My husband does many things, so I wanted to do something new. Television is boring. It is a soothing activity, to be doing the same thing and have something at the end,� she said. The group will be at the Christmas Craft Sale and Market and people are encouraged to come up with any questions they may have. If anyone was interested in learning more information about the group can feel free to email lxj@davincibb.net
Pictured are Renee Pape, Jackie Campbell, Joyce deBoer, Becky Leonty, and Sophie Calame. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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From the Prairies with love from Indigo Joseph Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net There is a new indie rock band from Saskatchewan making their way through the music industry on a road that will bring them to Golden on October 11. Indigo Joseph have had their music described as “a weird blend of spanishdisco-psych.” The band, who just released a new EP entitled “Lilith,” will be playing at the Rockwater Grill and Bar. Eric Tessier, a member of the band, recently shared his thoughts on the band, the music and more. He explained the band came together when, “Etienne Fletcher, Byrun Boutin-Maloney and Kelly Molnar (the original drummer) were school-mates, and knew Sean McCannell through mutual friends. “When Molnar moved to Toronto to pursue school last fall, they were looking for a new drummer. I ended up at a party one night, and the guys were discussing the future of their band. We jammed and it was a great fit.” The interesting mix of music is something Tessier explained. “Well, I’ll speak to the Spanish part first: both
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Indigo Joseph willbring their music to Golden on Oct. 11. Photo Submitted Byrun and Etienne have lived in South America at different points in their life and speak quasi-fluent Spanish (although French is their first language). They’ve had a chance to soak in some of the Latin-American rhythms, and subsequently write music which can sometimes reflect this,” he said. “Regarding disco: we play music that gets the crowd moving, disco is a fun way to take rock and roll chords and make them a bit more danceable. Psych? Some of our songs, Lilith in particular, have a chaotic, dissonant
feel - imagine a kaleidoscope of sound.” He added that the shows are fun filled, with dancing, sweat soaked t-shirts, and genuine rock n’ roll. “Inspiration can be found in a lot of different forms. Most simply, we’re all driven to create. We’ve created a limitless canvass for ourselves, and that’s very exciting. Our influences range from friends and family, to the iconic music of The Beatles, The Clash, The Talking Heads, The Pixies, The White Stripes, and The Gorrillaz,” said Tessier. Being on the road Tess-
ier said it is something he truly enjoys. “The best part of being on the road? Playing to people who have never seen us play before. Providing a memorable night for our listeners. Having the opportunity to see parts of this beautiful country that we’ve never seen before, and getting to do this with three close friends.” People should drop by the Rockwater for the show because in Tessier’s opinion, “We’re not coming back until next summer, so you can bet we’re going to give it everything we’ve got!”
Metal band Scythia to play in Golden Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net The Vancouver metal band, donning medieval garb, is bringing their storytelling, costumes, and heavy music to the Rockwater on Sept. 28. Formed in late 2008, Scythia is not your older brother’s metal band. Unless that band had an oboe of death, echoes of thunder, and a knack for writing folk metal tunes. So what is Scythia? At the most primitive level, it is epic storytelling set to modern progressive metal. With a whole lot of dynamic, intense goodness, of course. Taking its name from vocalist/guitarist Dave Khan’s infatuation with a painting of Nordic/Russian warriors riding bears while brandishing swords, Scythia not only gives the painting musical significance, but it is also the name of an ancient empire spanning from the Caucasus through Russia, and even into eastern Scandinavia. “The melodies used in our music have a very ancient, sometimes medieval sound, so I wanted to attribute them to an ancient civilization,” says Khan.
Perfecting its unique, “meeting in the middle of intensities” sound, Scythia releases its debut, “...Of War” produced by Shaun Thingvold who has engineered on projects with SYL, Fear Factory, Darkest Hour and many more. Now, following some line-up changes, Scythia is back and its members are ready to brandish their swords on tour. The melodies used in Scythia’s music have a very ancient, sometimes medieval sound. The vocals are kept clean in order to better deliver a story and are often sung in harmony with backing female vocals to give it a truly “folk-ish” quality “Folk music is definitely more ambient, pure, and beautiful. Metal is intense, raunchy, and driving. The use of both in songs, combined with dynamic contouring, has the ability to take the listener on the kind of journey that rises to mountain peaks and descends into valleys, in a sonic sort of way,” says Khan. The band is also made up of oboe-player Morgan Zentner, drummer Celine Derval, and bass-player Terry Savage. To hear some of their music, go to www.scythia.ca.
Lead singer of 54-40, Neil Osborne, hit a note while playing at the Rockwater Grill and Bar on Sept.15. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
History made by Legends Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Mel Hynes and Kootenay Legends are hosting a CD release party to celebrate the re-mastered version of the History in the Making: Part 1 CD. An Invermere native, Mel Hynes has made a name for himself in the Columbia Valley music scene, singing songs that highlight the history and culture of the area. His personal history in the Valley and his love for the area are evident in all of his music. Even though he has moved around the province a bit in his lifetime, he
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A new turn that is a Pickup in a long local musical career Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net In a town known for many great musicians, Larry Pickering has had a long passion for music, which he now shares with his son. Pickering came to Golden at the age of seven when his father’s work led him to the town. It was only a couple of years after moving to Golden that someone noticed a musical talent in Pickering. “I picked up the guitar when I was around 10, when a music teacher went to my mom and said I could sing so I should play an instrument,� he said. Pickering admitted his interest in playing guitar was limited to being able to accompany himself, though over the years, he has improved. He said he did have a high school garage band growing up, but the first taste of playing in a full-on band was after he returned from school and he joined New Buck. “It was after a band called the Buckaroos had disbanded and a few members wanted to play again. I was invited to come and play with them,� he said. Pickering said it was a great time for the band, which was wildly successful back when they were together. “That was back in the 1980s. We played almost every weekend and that band evolved over the years,� he said. Pickering said he was lucky to have played with a wide variety of talent which he still feels Golden is blessed with today in many new performers. He added that being so busy on weekends did cause some issues with being able to take a vacation.
“I remember at one point when I met my wife and we were just dating. We wanted to go away for a weekend and, of course, I had to check our bookings and we were booked solid for 14 weeks. So I had to go back to Dana and say we could go in 15 weeks,� he said. After New Buck, Pickering played with Phase 2 for a short time before he took a break from performing to spend more time with his family. For a long period during this time Pickering did not play, but since his son Travis has taken to performing, he has found himself getting back on stage again. “I have been doing appearances with him. I had lost confidence and nerves become a factor. I am a little bit older but lately we have decided to go more as a duo,� he said. The father and son are called the Pickups. Pickering said it is a great feeling to be on stage with his son. “It is phenomenal. We get the family harmony thing. I could not choose a better fit than my own son to play with. If not for the fact that Travis is playing, I know I wouldn’t be. We have a lot of fun. It is all we can do not to cut it up when we are up there,� he said. Pickering is humbled to still have the chance to play music. “I am still here because I love it here. We are well supported in this town and we thank people for it. There is a community of musicians in this town that are so talented. Because of groups like Kicking Horse Culture and other venues, everyone is realizing how much talent is out there,� he said. “I am flattered to be out there.�
Pictured is Larry Pickering of the local musical duo the Pickups.
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Golden goalie gathering
Five young aspiring goalies (Tye Zimmer, Isabelle Palumbo, Ian Frazer, Rex Baxendale, and Dylan Rhintoul) showed up for Golden’s first goalie camp in recent history. Several Golden Rockets showed up to help out coaches Mike Palumbo, Jay LeRoy, Bernie Dress and Mark Baxendale. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Ski season passes sale at KHMR Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Season Passes are now on sale for the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Buy now and save for your entire season of skiing in the Canadian Rockies and on the Powder Highway. “Last season was incredible for our resorts – not only did Kicking Horse Mountain Resort receive record snow storms with both getting over 32 feet,” said Matt Mosteller, “we also have made significant improvements at all our resorts including the New Polar Peak lift at Fernie Alpine Resort. Take Skiing to the Peak at Fernie, now having the most runs, most snow and most vertical in the Rockies.” Resorts of the Canadian Rockies is proud to continue
to encourage children to start the sports of skiing and/or snowboarding through the Husky Snow Stars Grade 2 Funpass Program and also by offering free lift tickets for children five and under at all resorts. The Grade 2 Funpass, a pass valued at over $500 is only $20 for the entire season, and is available for purchase online. When you purchase your season pass for an RCR Resort you become an exclusive member and gain access to savings all season long including food and beverage discounts, rental demo and discounts, Ski School discounts, exclusive vacation specials, Treat-a-Friend Ski Days and much more. Being introduced this year for members is Online Waivers. Purchase your season pass online through the RCR Webstore or call 1-800-258-7669 – Sale ends October 20.
A new year of fun has started at APES Vicci Nelson Principal Alexander Park School On behalf of the staff of Alexander Park School, I would like to extend a warm “welcome back” to all of our students and parents with a special greeting to new students and to our beginning kindergarten children. Every year it amazes me at how quickly a school is up and running. From the first day, teachers were getting things underway for the year, welcoming students into their classrooms and making them comfortable in their new settings. Students have already learned many of the classroom routines and expectations, adjusted to their new classrooms and teachers, made new friends as well as getting reacquainted with old ones. Parents play a crucial
role during these first few weeks by providing the reassurance that children need in order to feel secure as they transition into a new school year. A primary school is a busy place so it is important that parents stay abreast of the school’s activities and events by reading the class newsletters and the school newsletter, the “A.P.E.S. Chatter” or through our website, www.sd6. bc.ca/apes. On Friday, September 21, beginning at 10:45 a.m., we have Family Walk and Read morning. Parents are invited to join us on our school wide walk, and then stay to spend time reading with your child. If you have the time, stay a little longer and join your child for lunch. The first Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meeting of the year is on Wednesday, September 26 beginning at
6:30 p.m. Parents are encouraged to be active in their child’s education as research shows that children’s success at school often improves when their parents are involved in their education. So, please take the time to attend and find out more about your child’s school. Lastly, I would like to remind parents to keep in touch with us here at the school when you have concerns or simply wish to discuss your child’s education. The close cooperation between home and school contributes significantly to creating a positive learning environment for children. The staff at Alexander Park look forward to our students’ parents continued interest, support, and involvement in their child’s education.
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Get your nominations in for the Community Excellence Awards Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards are getting closer, and the events committee has decided that the theme is going to be an old fashioned Kicking Horse Barn Dance. “I am super excited about the Gala event this year... So polish up those dance shoes, dust off your square dance skirts and be ready to party at the 2012 Community Excellence Awards,” said Ruth Hamilton, manager of the Chamber. Tickets to the Barn Dance on October 20 include a full dinner with lots of local talent, including Willhorse playing live. Voting for the awards has already began. Nomination forms can be found online at www.goldenchamber.bc.ca, or on the KHCCC Facebook page. “Often we take for granted the little things of everyday life. This is a chance for the community to say thank you and I appreciate all you do,” said Hamilton. “Whether it is to your boss, ‘Great Place to Work Award,’ to the electrician who went out of their way to keep you warm last winter, ‘Trade Excellence Award,’ or to the business that always sponsors the team, ‘Spirit of Good Business Award.’” Don’t forget that the Chamber has added a new component this year. There will also be several Golden Nuggets, mini awards that allow you to recognize those every day community treasures. Go to page 11 to cut out nomination forms. “The awards are about celebrating all the good things about our community, the pride we take in our buildings, the people who volunteer their time and those who make Golden stand out as a great place to live and work,”
Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Manager Ruth Hamilton shows where nominations can be made for the Community Excellence Awards, at www.goldenchamber.bc.ca. Darryl Crane/Star Photo said Hamilton. The awards, however, are only a small portion of the evening. “The Kicking Horse Barn Dance is a cele-
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BEGINNER KARATE CLASSES JUNIORS (5-9 Yrs) and YOUTH/ADULTS (10 years +) Register For Fall Training: Mt. Seven Rec Plex – Community night Sept 12th 7 – 9pm Or: Alexander Park Elementary School Gym Tuesday September 25th, 5:45 -6:00 pm Or before regular class anytime until October 18th New Students welcome until mid October INTRODUCTORY and AFFORDABLE FAMILY PACKAGES: Includes a Uniform, ISKF dues and one month training fee – all for $75 Classes begin September 25th, 2012 FALL CLASS SCHEDULE- 2012 Juniors (5-9 Yrs): TUES. 6:00 – 6:45 Youth/Adult: TUES 6:45 – 7:45pm, & THURS 6:00 – 7:00pm Advanced Belts: TUES 7:45 – 9:00pm, & THURS 7:00 – 8:30pm Time is subject to possible minor changes Contact Todd 344-7295, Tyler 344-4845, Jody 344-5719 In Golden since 1994
bration of excellence for the community, and everyone is welcome to attend,” said Hamilton. The 8th annual awards are on Saturday Oct.
20 at the Rec Plex. There are still sponsorship opportunities left available. Call Hamilton at 250-344-7125 to discuss the options.
Scouts in Golden start another year Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Scouting in Golden is just starting up their new year, and they are trying to get kids outdoors in a fun and safe way. “The primary focus of our program is to provide fun and adventure in the outdoors. So as much as possible we’re learning skills to be in the outdoors,” said Julian England, Scout leader in Golden. “One of our main things is to get kids outdoors, all seasons.” This year the Golden Scouting organization will include three different groups: Beavers ages five to seven, Cubs ages eight to 10, and Scouts ages 11 to 14. All groups are co-ed. “Boys and girls are welcome, and we have boys and girls in all of our sections,” said England. In Scouts, kids will learn camping skills, including setting up a tent, planning and determining where you want to go, what you’ll need, and what the risks are. It is done outdoors as much as possible, and all age groups are engaged. “Last year we had (the Beavers) building snow caves. They can’t sleep in them, but they still had a lot of fun building them,” said England. The also learn about responsibility, both personal and social. “The badge program helps youth with goal setting, motivation, long-term projects, and service projects as well... So they’re thinking about their wider community, not just themselves,” said England. Having gone through the entire Scouting pro-
gram himself, England knows how fulfilling and life-altering it can be. “The main way that it has enriched my life is that I now live in Canada. I came to the World Scout Jamboree, and that just opened my eyes to there being a bigger world and other opportunities compared to where I was living,” he said. “The friends I still have in the UK are predominantly from Scouting. So I have a very strong network of friends who went out into the outdoors and learned to be safe in the outdoors. We had a lot of fun doing that, and we’re still in touch. It gave me a lifelong passion for activity. It also provides a lot of leadership opportunities, some important skills for adulthood.” Scouting also provides great leadership opportunities for adults, and the group is always looking for volunteers. “We’re looking for people who are passionate about the outdoors. You don’t have to have been through scouting, it’s a good training program for leaders as well,” said England. He added, “It’s just about being passionate about the outdoors, and wanting to pass on that enthusiasm to youth.” If you’re interested in signing your child up, or volunteer yourself, just come by one of the meetings. Beavers meet at the Legion Hall every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cubs meet every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the APES gym. Scouts will be meeting at the Legion Hall every Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m.
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Though the Rockets may have lost their first two games of the season it did not stop Damien Myerscough (pictured above left) from having fun in the front seat of the Golden Fire Department truck. (Above right) Players from the Rockets and the Columbia Valley Rockies keep a close eye on the action on the ice. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
Rockslide wrecks Golden Rockets first weekend of the season Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.com The Golden Rockets let their first game of the new Kootenay International Junior Hockey League season slip through their fingers against the Columbia Valley Rockies. The Rockets started out strong and an early goal from Carson George gave the team a 1-0 lead heading into the second period. The second period saw the Rockets jump out to a 3-1 lead with goals from Conner Beauchemin and Blake Roney. However, before the end of the second frame, the Rockies scored two more goals in 59 seconds to tie things up heading
into the third. Once again the Rockets started off strong with Beauchemin netting his second goal of the game, only 46 seconds into the third. The Rockets looked to have the game well in hand when Daniel Dahlin scored with just over eight minutes left in the game. This is where the Rockies stormed back, starting with a power play goal by James Price and then, shortly after, the game was tied up when Ryan Henderson scored. With less than three minutes left in the game, the Rockies completed the come-back when Stephen Pratt scored. After the game, Head Coach of the Rockets Ty Davidson said, “There was twice in the game where we had two-goal leads and failed to clamp it down. We should have easily won that game.
We were the better team the whole game. We lacked a fire and intensity to close it out.” The Rockets’ opening weekend didn’t get any better the following night in Invermere. Their rematch with the Rockies yielded another disappointing result. Despite outshooting Columbia Valley 32 to 19, the Rockets fell to the Rockies 6-1. Jacob Bergeron scored the only goal for his team in the first period, off of Connor Beauchemin and Michael Anderson. After the first weekend of play, the Columbia Valley Rockies are now the top team in the Kootenay Conference. The next home game for the Rockets is on Friday, Sept. 28, at 7:30 p.m. against the Kimberley Dynamiters.
Helping hand make light work for Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club Christine Muise Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club In mid-August, the Board of Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club made the decision to rent its own building. There was a lot to be done and I had the ambitious notion that we could be up and running by September 10. There were walls, counters, and shelving to be removed, painting to be done, floors to be improved and everything to be cleaned. The equipment move and set-up was the final looming task. Remarkably, our gymnastics community is
absolutely amazing! We had an abundance of helpers from dedicated parents, friends, gymnasts, to grandparents who offered their time and their talents to prepare the space, to move the equipment and to have us up and running on September 10. Thanks to Golden Installations: Nancy and Ray Johnson and Tanis, for the paint that covered the entire garage area of our gym. Thanks to Tru Hardware’s John Shapperd who gave us paint for our changing room and an exercise ball to help with our gymnastics programs. Thanks to MERC who gave us paint in our team colours to complete the decoration of our space! It looks fabulous.
As I worked with each spring to prepare the sprung floor, I thought about all the participants who would be bouncing across the floor and learning new skills. I could not help but consider what it means to help children learn to move, swing, bounce, jump, and fly in the fullness of their being. I was overwhelmed with the potential that this community has created for itself. It is more than I could imagine. It is hard to believe that I moved to Golden 4 short years ago and thought that maybe 16 children might like to do gymnastics for fun; that first session 65 young people registered. I had
no idea that in 4 years we would grow to be a club that has upwards of 200 athletes in a full slate of different programs, ages and ability levels. Golden is definitely a gymnastics community. As a non-profit group working to make our new home affordable for the long-run, we will be having a variety of fundraising. Overwaitea Foods Kicking Horse Gymnastics is having an “Easy As Pie” Fundraiser. Apple, Strawberry and pumpkin pies are being sold by gymnasts for $6 until September 24. The pies will be ready for pick up by the buyers on Saturday, September 29, at Overwaitea!
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Back Row L-R: Stephanie Selby (daughter - cancer supporter), Sue Selby (breast cancer survivor) Cranbrook, BC • Marsha Plant (cancer supporter), Julie Giles (breast cancer survivor), Judy Dickson (breast cancer supporter) Creston , BC • Elva Keiver (breast cancer survivor & supporter) Heather Morissette (breast cancer survivor & supporter) Kimberley, BC • Front Row L-R: Sheila Tutty (breast cancer survivor), Stuart Tutty (cancer supporter) Invermere, BC • Lisey Lalonde (breast cancer survivor), Jason Romani (husband - breast cancer supporter) Golden, BC • Evelyn Cutts (cancer survivor), Susan Schmitz (sister - breast cancer supporter Fernie, BC
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Taking the next step in the KIJHL Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net Matt McMath has brought his hockey skills from Williams Lake to the mountains of Golden and is ready to have a great year with the Golden Rockets. After a summer of trying out at different potential camps, McMath decided Golden was the place for him. “I had been trying out at different spring camps and Golden held one in Kamloops. I thought that would be a good opportunity and they invited me back,� he said. McMath did admit that not only had he never been to Golden before, but he had never heard of Golden before the training camp. The young hockey player said he, “was excited about coming to Golden and trying something new.� After playing minor hockey last year at home he knows there will be an adjustment period coming into the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. “It is definitely a higher pace than what I am used to. The coaches are more stern with all the players. It was slack last year but I seem to be keeping up pretty well.� As for his start with the team he said, “It is awesome. It is a high level of hockey and I have wanted to play this my whole life.� As for Golden, McMath said he is glad he made the choice to come here. “I came here not knowing what to expect but the community seems really nice. There is more to do here than I expected,� he said. “All of the team is close and people are nice. It is not busy. It is a calm place to be.� Mcmath has also had an easier time adjusting thanks to his billets.“My billets, Gino and Colleen Palumbo, are awesome.� As the season moves forward, the 18- year-old player said, “I am super excited. The other blueliners have been saying it is quite a jump in speed and physicality between minor hockey and Junior B. I am expecting that though.� The Rockets next home game will be Sept. 28 against the Kimberley Dynamiters.
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Taking off at SOAB
Brothers Andrew Penner, 13 years old (above left), and Luke Penner, 16 years old, (above right) had successful season in the Southern Alberta Morotorcross Series (SOAB) Andrew finished the year in 15th place in his division, while Luke finished off strong with a 6th place performance in the last race of the season and 9th overall for the series. Photos Submitted
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An Art Spot for Seniors The Art Spot is a program being delivered in partnership with Service Canada, New Horizons Program. The aim of the program is to engage seniors into the world of art education; they will learn the creative process, and be mentored by local artisans. Seniors will learn art techniques in painting, drawing, pottery, beading, coppersmithing and the like. This unique program will assist in building partnerships, expanding networks and providing inter-generational interaction, is part of the Lifelong Learning Program at College of the Rockies – Golden Campus. During the Fall of 2012 the Art Spot will offer 3 courses taught by local artists and held at the Golden Campus of the College of The Rockies. To register, please call the College at 344-5901. Marty Ryan will offer Introduction to Drawing Marty Ryan has been an artist and teacher all her life. After graduating from the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn with a degree in Industrial Design, she moved to the Columbia Valley and taught art at Golden Secondary School for more than 25 years. Since her retirement, she has focused full-time on her art. Her first love is painting, but she has worked intensively in metal over the past fifteen years, especially bronze and copper. Her art is displayed in homes all over the world, from Japan to Israel. Marty lives in Parson with her husband and her dog. Introduction to Drawing – an introductory drawing class with an emphasis on both traditional and contemporary design. This project-based course will cover concepts including elements of design, perspective, viewpoint, negative and positive space and composition among others. A drawing kit will be provided. October 3rd to October 31st , 2012 (Mondays and Wednesday, 1:00pm to 3:00pm- 16 hrs.) Free of charge for LLP members $85 for non-LLP members Dawna-Lea Ringer will offer Celebration Containers Dawna-Lea Ringer is a local artist who finds that the mountains, the water, and the wildlife offer a never ending supply of ideas to absorb and recreate in watercolour, acrylics, artist pencils and more. Her creativity has also involved painting on various substrates, art quilts,
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gourds, Metis-related creations (birch bark baskets, beaded mittens, moccasins, etc.). Her work can be viewed at www.onesparrowimages.com. Celebration Containers – This course consists of 2 parts. Before baskets and pottery containers there were gourd containers. In the first part students will explore their own creativity as they decorate a gourd container. Design books and templates will be available. Students will explore using wood burning tools, paints, artist felts and artist pencils. In the second part of this course students will celebrate our local Birch trees as they learn to diagonal plait (weave) a Birch bark basket. After completing the basket students will try their hand at decorating a small sheet of bark with porcupine quills. This decorated bark will comprise the top layer of a lid that they will make for their basket. Materials will be provided. November 5th to November 29th , 2012 (Monday and Thursday, 6:00pm to 8:00pm-16 hours) Free of charge for LLP members $85 for non-LLP members Jane Tevelein Doel will offer Finding Your Voice in Clay Jane is an experienced artist and teacher/facilitator of Clay and Firing Workshops. She has shared her passion and talents with many over the years though her numerous exhibits, her clay studio “Clayworks” which accepts commissions and offers courses and her work with youth. Jane works primarily with clay and offers students the opportunity to explore and have fun with this expressive medium. Finding Your Voice in Clay – a clay hand building class which would culminate in a Raku firing during which students would glaze and Raku fire (under supervision) a piece they have made in class. Through a series of demonstrations of hand building techniques, exercises and activities, students will begin to develop “a vocabulary of clay” and have the chance to complete several pieces using different themes and methods. November 13th to December 6th, 2012 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00pm to 3:00pm-18 hours) Free of charge for LLP members $85 for non-LLP members
For more information call: 250-344-5901 Please register early to avoid disappointment!!
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After 3 years Big Bend Cafe already a local hotspot Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Only three and half years in business, and the Big Bend Cafe is already a community favourite. “I always thought this was a fine location, and it finally became available, so we took it over three and a half years ago,” said owner Roddy MacIsaac who opened the restaurant with his wife Alison. Locals and tourists alike gather in the Big Bend on the corner of 9th Avenue North and 6th Street North every morning and early afternoon for some homecooked food. Originally from Calgary, MacIsaac has an extensive background in restaurants and bars, has worked as a chef, and was the food and beverage manager at Sunshine Resort for years. “The menu here is mine, I created it. It’s a fun thing to do for sure,” said MacIsaac. “I love doing breakfast, that’s my specialty, my passion.” Home-cooked food is also his passion and MacIsaac tries to make his menu as natural as possible. “We try to make our stuff from scratch as much as possible. The only thing our deepfryer is used for is our hand-cut french fries. We don’t deep fry anything else,” he said. “We make our own sausages, burgers, buns... the only thing
Roddy MacIsaac delivers breakfast to a table in his restaurant the Big Bend Cafe on the corner of 9th Avenue North and 6th Street North. The cafe is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and has become a place where local residents and many tourists stop by for a great meal. A part of the cafe which grabs patrons attention is collection of photos and other memorabilia all over the walls. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo that comes in a can is basically ketchup.” MacIsaac not only owns the cafe, he is in there five or six days a week serving and cooking to make sure everyone has a good experience in the Big Bend. “I try to be here as much as possible. That’s what you have to do to be successful. You have to make sure the quality remains the same. If you leave the place then you’re leaving it in other people’s hands, and you don’t have you stamp on it,” he said. Even though he likes
to be in the restaurant as much as possible, MacIsaac said he is very lucky to have such a loyal and reliable staff. “I’ve got awesome people working for me. My staff is outstanding,” he said, adding that many of his employees have been there for two to three years. After a few years in business, in which sales have increased every year, word of mouth has started to get around that the Big Bend Cafe is great place for breakfast and lunch. “We get a lot of locals
and a lot of tourists, things are growing... we get a lot of word-ofmouth. We’ve had a lot of people come in for the first time and say that three people they asked told them this was the place to eat,” said MacIsaac. The decor of the cafe has also given them the reputation of a good, comfortable, local hangout. “We came in and decided we wanted a place where people could come in and feel comfortable, look at the pictures, and relax.
That’s why most people think this place has been here a long time, because of the character of the wood. When you walk in there’s a nice warm feeling to the place,” said MacIsaac. He and his wife have filled the place with antiques they have accumulated, and photos depicting the history of Golden and Donald. If you haven’t had a chance to go in yet, head down to the Big Bend Cafe for some breakfast, open from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A different view on chimney sweeping Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net As the seasons continue to change, things are getting busy for Todd Craig, owner and operator of Rocky Mountain Chimney Sweeps. Craig started the business in Golden about five years ago, but has been involved in the industry since high school. “My dad, who is 77, still operates a chimney sweep business in Port Alberni. He is still climbing up on roofs, so it is a part of the family,” Craig said.
After recognizing a need for the service in and around Golden Craig made the decision to test out the market. “Things have been good. I also work as a mountain guide as my main job but this is a great supplement as well,” he said. “It is in the fall mostly but I still climb up on roofs in the winter and other seasons as people need me.” Heading into fall, Craig is preparing for a busy time for the next few months. He also thinks there are many reasons
why people need to make sure their chimneys are well maintained. “The air quality is one, and just the efficiency of their stoves,” he said. “It is also important for people to pay attention to how they are burning, and what they are burning.” Craig said he tries to educate people when he cleans their chimneys about how and what they should burn to make their stoves more efficient. “Dry wood is the main thing, it has got to be seasoned...the moisture content makes for a
a smokier fire that sticks to your chimney.” As for the work itself, Craig said it is something he thoroughly enjoys doing. “I love meeting people and getting up on the roofs while seeing a lot of country,” he said. Craig also shared his view on burning wood in the area. “I believe we live in the land of wood, and we should be able to burn wood, but we have to burn it responsibly,” Craig said. Anyone interested in learning more about
Todd Craig Rocky Mountain Chimney Sweeps the services offered by Rocky Mountain Chimney Sweeps can call 250344-5599.
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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430
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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain), Golden Zone is now accepting applications for a casual Custodial position at Field Elementary School. This is manual work involving the cleanliness and security of district buildings. The work may include dealing with public use of school facilities. Once an employee becomes familiar with a clearly deÀned work schedule, the work is performed with minimal supervision. Usually, this job is performed after regular school hours and generally alone. Completion of the 12th school grade, or equivalent is required as well as completion of the Board provided training program. First aid training would be an asset. If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume, with three references to: Ms. Meghan O’Neill Human Resources Co-ordinator School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 430 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: (250) 342-9243 Fax: (250) 342-6966 e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca
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AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for welders, due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20 km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for ten 3rd Year Apprentices or Journeyperson welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd Year Apprentice $28-$30/hour, Journeyperson $32-$35/hour, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at office: 780-8462231; fax: 780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.
JOURNEYMAN HEAVY Equipment Technicians. Due to a steady growth in our industry we currently have multiple positions open for our field service division. Mining and large construction equipment experience is an asset. We offer very competitive wages and benefits. Apply: office@dutchmen.ca LOCAL ROCKY Mountain House company looking for day rate and hourly Vacuum Truck Operator. Must have current oilfield tickets, up-todate drivers abstract. Benefit package. Fax 403-845-3903. SECHELT WASTE Company seeks Heavy Duty Mechanic to manage shop operations and the maintenance of all equipment. Submit resume to 604-885-4247 or directdisposal@dccnet.com
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Misc Services Infinity’s Window Cleaning; Disc Golf; 2 Acreages for sale on North Bench. Call 250-348-2351
Falkins Insurance Group’s Golden location has an opening for a Customer Service Representative in the Autoplan/Motor Vehicle department. This position is a permanent/full time position.
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Drop resumes off at The Royal Canadian Legion 1011 - 11th Ave S Golden or Fax to 250-344-6243 or E-mail to Secretary@ rcl122.ca
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Must be self-motivated, energetic and personable The Successful Candidate will be proficient with Simply Accounting all aspects of Office Duties and Bar Management Must be bondable and carry a "serving it right" certificate Job Sharing available but not mandatory
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Cal-Gas Inc. off ers under a competitive wage along with a compre- Work pressure in fast-paced environment hensive benefit plan. If you are interested in this career opOther skills: portunity please fax your resume and current drivers abstract Reading text, documentOruse,email numeracy, writing, Oral communication, Working to 250-344-5823. mmcgregor@calgasinc.com Only successful willuse, beContinuous contactedlearning for interviews. with candidates others, Computer Please no phone calls.
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Permanent, Full-Time, On Call, Shift, Overtime, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening; Requirements: $10.50/hr. 40 hr/week with beneÀts. Will train. • Valid B.C. Class 1 or Class 3 Clean Drivers license.
Employment
Resident manager wanted (couple preferred) duties include property management front desk and maintenance Apply to Scott’s Inn 551 11th Ave Kamloops BC V2C 3Y1 email scottsinn@shaw.ca or fax 250-372-9444
HMC Services Inc., road and bridge maintenance contractor in the Selkirk Area are looking for professional drivers for the winter season. Both full-time seasonal positions (November to March annually), and call-in (as and when) positions to operate snowplow and sanding trucks are available in Golden, Revelstoke and Trout Lake areas; please specify the geographic area where you are seeking work.
Food Counter Attendant / Production
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r Provide outstanding customer-focused service to clients in person and over the phone r Have good knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel r Be a team player with excellent communication skills. r Be well organized and able to work in a fast paced environment. r Be available to work 5 days/week (including alternating Saturdays) r Be required to study and complete necessary insurance licensing courses Preference will be given to licensed candidates with previous insurance experience. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Deanna Lacasse 511-9th Ave, PO Box 1035, Golden, BC V0A 1H0 Phone: 250.344.7161 Fax: 250.344.2286 Toll Free: 1.866.345.7161 dlacasse@falkins.com www.falkins.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you have previously applied do not bring in another resume, just call to say you are still interested in being considered. Thank you.
Livestock HERD Dispersal. Red Angus and Hereford cross pairs for sale. 18 month old Red Angus bull. Heifers and steers. All raised organically; excellent quality 250-428-6264 HERD Dispersal. Red Angus and Hereford cross pairs for sale. 18 month old Red Angus bull. Heifers and steers. All raised organically; excellent quality 250-428-6264
Pets 4yr old male dog - Pekenese & Shitzu. Needs lots of love & attention. Comes with dog house, beds, food, leashes & dog dish. Good with children. Phone 250-344-5868 Little Mittens Animal Rescue Association. Email info@littlemittensanimal rescue.com or call Alannah 250-290-0279 or Dianne 250-344-7691. Spotted Dog Rescue. Call 250-344-5524.
Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD for sale. Call 250-344-7677.
Garage Sales 914 14th Street S. (back alley) Sat. Sept. 22 - 9 am-noon Moving, would love to move this stuff along, #38, 470 Reflection Lake Rd (Mountain Shadows MHP). Sat. Sept 22 9am-2pm
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Multi family garage sale. 1339 Pine Dr. Sept. 22 10am-2pm Household items, furniture, lumber, paving bricks, toys, vinyl records, record player, etc.
2006 mobile home, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 14x70, good condition. For sale, rent, or rent to own. Call 250-348-2105.
Heavy Duty Machinery
3 bdrm mobile home 1049 King Cr. to view or make an offer. Call 250-439-1919.
A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
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Misc. for Sale BLACK LOAM ORGANIC SCREENED TOP SOIL. $30/yd delivered in Golden area. Pick up at the yard - $25/yd, we load you. Also mature fine mulch & forest wood chippings. Call John 439-9798 days, 344-2160 evenings. Samples available. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? Long Mink fake fur coat, worn once $275. Men’s black pea coat (cashmere) $175. 1960 cedar chest, mint cond. $300. Honey white coloured bdrm suite , dresser, chest of drawers, 2 night tables and headboaed $250. Off white book shelf $75. 2 bar stools, black, 2/15. Sofa table $35, 250344-2938. Oil furnace for sale, good condition, incl. tank. 250-344-6260 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. TIMBER SALE big dimensions, FIR half price 250-344-4665
Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
Real Estate Acreage for Sale 11 & 1/2 acre parcel 10 mins south of Golden, east side of the Rockies. Drilled well, flat building site, good access. Survey plan available. 1-250-769-4288
or rmoparalegal@hotmail.com 160 acres, 2 houses, pond, creeks, trees, trails, west of Golden. Serious inq. only. 403-352-1857 mygoldenpen@gmail.com
Apt/Condos for Sale FULLY FURNISHED, 2 bdrm, 2 bathroom newer condo at Lake Windermere Pointe, outdoor pool, 2 hot tubs, exercise room in amenities building, 2 minute walk to beach, close to shopping, restaurants. One underground parking stall. No pets, non smoking unit. Call Sandi 403-888-5318. Email sandi@goodmenroofing.com
Business for Sale The Timbermill Restaurant For Sale In Golden Contact Don Rosodi 250-344-0733.
Commercial/ Industrial Property Riverfront Commercial property for sale. 403-405 9 Ave. N Golden. Great Location, Location, Location. $399,969. Open to offers. 250-344-5008 or 344-2775.
Sun Peaks Duplex For Sale
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Homes for Rent
3 bdr upstairs 1/2 Duplex. Clean, in town. W/D, dishwasher & garage. Avail Nov 1. $1075, util incl. Refs. No pets. 250-344-5398. Newer 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath half duplex with garage, balcony, propane fireplace. Appliances including dishwasher. $1495/month plus utilities. No pets, no parties. Long term mature reliable tenants preferred. Damage Deposit and references required. Please telephone 250-344-6710.
Misc for Rent Each side: $449,000 5 bdrms. 3 bath, front & back decks. Exc. revenue opportunity We work with agents! 604-626-7100 www. northrockhomes.ca/peak-2-creek
Townhouses #7 Parkland Gardens Completely renovated, 3 Bdr, 1 1/2 bath, new cabinets, new flooring & paint throughout. $950/mth + util - electric heat, dd $475, references required, no pets. Call 250-344-5508.
Other Areas FREE BROCHURE. Kings County “Land of Orchards, Vineyards and Tides”. Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888865-4647, www.kingsrda.ca
Rentals Acreage Grazing /Farm land available for lease. Approx. 200 acres south of Golden on Highway 95. Telephone 250-344-6710.
Apt/Condo for Rent 2 Bdr ground floor, private entrance apartment. $850/mth incl util. Call 250-344-2561 or 344-9882. 3 Bdr. Apt close to Lady Grey school. Newly renovated. Avail now. $850/mth. 250-344-8205 or 344-0725 Available immediately 2 bdrm, 2-4pc bathroom condo, furnished, Fairmont Riverside Resort, overlooking golf course, laundry & storage in unit. Great mountain views. 1 year lease, non-smoking, no pets. Call Sharon 250-688-1365 Rental Units avail. Close to downtown. Call (250)344-8919 Sherri, Highland Property Management Ltd. Real Estate. ROSEWOOD Apts. 1309 12 St. S. 2 Bdr apt avail in nice location. Close to all amenities and College. Hardwood laminate throughout with storage & hot water. Laundry facilities & security entrance. Sorry no pets, N/S, no parties. 250-290-0056. Twin Rivers - 2 bdrm apts. No parties, N/S, no pets. Laundry facilities, Security doors. Best Deal in Town! 250-344-8113. Two Bdr apt available now. Non smoking. Age 55+ apartment building. Call Laura 250-344-6233.
Apartment Furnished 1&2 bdr. furnished suites. Utilities included. Close to amenities. No pets, parties. DD. Internet available. 250-344-8429, or 344-0604. FULLY FURNISHED all inclusive bachelor suite. View at Mount7.ca or call 344-7001.
Commercial/ Industrial 1400 sq. ft. Store Front retail space available for lease or rent. Beside Body Quest Gym and Turning Point. Call 250-344-7876. Golden COMMERCIAL BUILDING 3100 sq. ft. of Retail Space Located DOWNTOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-344-6710
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remaxgolden.com Property Management Division Alice Dahlberg, CPM 250-344-2418 or 250-344-8581 (cell) Each of¿ce is independently owned & operated.
In Golden; 1100 sq. ft Basement Suite. Util, w/d incl. $900/mth. Avail Aug 1. Also shared accom avail immediately. $450 all incl. 403-820-0785.
Mobile Homes & Pads 2 Bdr Mobile Home in Nicholson with beautiful view. Easy access to Community bus. $700/mth + util. 250-344-3104.
Homes for Rent 2 Bdr bsmt suite 1116 12 St. (Av. immed.) 2 Bdr ground level 1112 12 St. Av. Oct 15. 250344-5626
2 Bedroom house on acreage at Castledale on Hwy 95, south of Golden. $825/month plus utilities. No parties, no illegal activities. Long term mature reliable tenants preferred. References and Damage Deposit required. Please telephone 250-344-6710. 2 Bedroom renovated older house, downtown Golden. No pets or parties. References and Damage Deposit required. Long-term preferred. $950/mth + utilities. Located on a large commercial lot and is suitable for business use also. Telephone 250-344-6710. 3 Bdr house, avail Oct 1. $900/mth + util.+ DD. 609 11th St. Call 250-344-7472 3 Bdr house in town with fridge & stove. Also 1 Bdr suite. No pets. Avail now. Call 344-1599 or 344-6596 3 Bdr House on 6 acres for rent in Blaeberry. Great views, clean, recently reno’d. F/S/W/D. $1000 + util & DD. Pets, incl. horses negotiable. NS. References. 250-8331498 3 bdrm + den mobile home for rent, 10 mins from Golden. 5 appls. $650 / mo. Available immed. N/S, no pets, DD req and refs. Call 250-344-6286. 5 Bdr 2 Bath house on 2 levels in Golden. Large yard. Long term preferred. Damage Deposit and References required. $1495/mth + utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710. Beautiful mountain home for rent. 5 Bdr, 3 bath. Spacious deck and yard. Large shed/workshop. For more info visit www.goldenhome.me or call 250-439-8099
Duplex for Rent 3 Bdrs up, 2 down. Located in residential area close to everything. Fenced yard, W/D hookup. Call 250-344-5996. For Rent - 716 8th Street Main floor 3 Bdr, 1 1/2 Bath, f/p in living rm, laundry rm downstairs, electric heat, carport, mature tenant, no pets. $1200/mth, DD $600. Call 250-344-5508
BEAUTIFUL NEWER HOUSE FOR RENT IN THE SLOCAN LAKE AREA. AVAILABLE OCT 1st • 4 Bedroom-2 Bath on 2 Acres • Red Mtn. Road above SILVERTON w/ Valhalla views + quiet privacy • N/S , Open to animals • 10 min. drive to Slocan Lake and Village amenities • Storage, treehouses, good access all year round • Minimum 6 mnth Lease • W/D Hookups, F/S plus Earth -Woodstove • $1100 negotiable with proper care of house, land + gardens • Open to work trades on property • References Required • Secure Income Essential • Serious Inquiries Only Call: 250-362-7681 or Mobile 250-231-2174 Email: monikas_2010@ hotmail.com Fully furnished 3 Bdr with carport on private acreage, 7km south of Golden. Fabulous view of the valley. All util & snow removal incl. Avail Nov 1 to April 30. Dates are flexible. Rental contract @ $1200/mth, based on 2 occupants. 250-344-2422. Email wind@persona.ca HOUSE FOR RENT in Nicholson, 1 acre corner lot, 4 Bdr, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appl., propane heat, utilities not included. Avail Sept. 30th $1300/mth. Call 250-939-8116 Newer 1 Bedroom cabin with loft, sitting on a full basement on an acreage south of Golden. $925/month + utilities. No parties, no illegal activities. Long term, mature, reliable tenants preferred. References and damage deposit required. Please telephone 250-344-6710.
Perfect for seasonal workers or vacationers. This fully furnished, all-inclusive home has 3 bdrs, 2 full baths, lrg laundry room and lrg covered deck. Willing to rent unfurnished to long-term renters. A must see! N/S. Great backcountry access.Just 10 mins. south of Golden. Avail now. 344-0110.
Rooms for Rent CLEAN rooms available. Mature adults only. No parties. 250-344-2444. Room in house. All inclusive. W/D, cable, wireless internet. Two blocks from all amenities. $525. Winter rate. Call 250290-0110.
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3 BDR 2 bath Townhouse. Balcony & propane fireplace. Appliances incl. dishwasher. Family preferred. References & Damage Deposit. $1495/month plus utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710.
2011 ARCTIC FOX 29.5ft 5th wheel, 2 lg slides, 4 season, 2 - 80 watt solar panels, extended frame w/lg aluminum storage box $34,000 immaculate cond. Call Marvin 250-4284260
Furnished townhouse in town. Util.incl. W/D, internet, sat TV. Oct 1. Couples pref. 519-566-
For Sale - 1998, 27’ Sportsmaster Travel Trailer. Sleeps up to 8 People. Twin Bunks, Pull-out Couch, Table Folds Down, Queen Pillow-top Mattress in Front Bedroom. Air Conditioner, 3 Burner Stove, Oven, Spacious Bathroom, 2 x 30lb Propane Tanks. Very Clean and in Excellent Condition! Asking $9,700. Located in Nakusp. Please call 250-265-9990 or email: tzanier@hotmail.ca for more info.
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Boats BOATING SEASON IS STILL HERE!! WANNA HAVE SOME FUN WITH YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS ON THIS GREAT BOAT ALL YEAR ROUND? Great for fishing.
REPAIRER’S LIEN ACT Whereas; Marnor Holdings Ltd., Dave Elrick & Markus Elrick is indebted to Columbia Diesel Ltd. for repair’s on a 1989 Kenworth VIN: 1XKEDB9X1KJ812379
There is presently an amount due and owing of $4,660.14, plus any additional costs of storage, seizure & sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 10th day of October, 2012 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold. For more info. call Elite Bailiff Services at 604-539-9900
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Cars - Domestic 1979 Toyota Jeep with plow $3500. 1988 Ford Topaz new brakes, air,$700 OBO. Call 250-352-7482. 2003 Honda CRV: AWD, automatic, sunroof, new radio, snowtires, leather. Excellent condition. $5000.00 Call 250342-8392 ‘91 Subaru Loyale - FWD, 3 speed automatic wagon 86000KM. $5000 O.B.O. Kept in garage on the west coast. Has never seen snow. Body is in fantastic shape. Lovingly maintained. Price reflects excellent condition and low mileage. Call Ian: 250-344-7430. E-mail: ianandlorimilroy@gmail.com.
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1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc • Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) • Fold down table for a queen sized bed • Fold up bunk beds • VHF radio • Hull is sound, galley is dated. • Low draft • 200 hrs on new engine • A great boat that needs some TLC $12,000.00 invested $8000 OBO Call 250-362-7681 or Cell 250-231-2174 email monikas_2010@ hotmail.com 4 more information & to view
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Whereas; Saturn Freightways Inc. is indebted to Columbia Diesel Ltd. for repair’s on a 2001 Freightliner VIN: 1FUJA6BD71PJ25695
There is presently an amount due and owing of $4,829.82, plus any additional costs of storage, seizure & sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 9th day of October, 2012 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold. For more info. call Elite Bailiff Services at 604-539-9900
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Lg 1 Bdr suite for rent. Private entrance, private back yard. N/P, N/S. $900/mth + DD, references. Avail Oct 1. Leave msg 604-356-2543.
RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT
Storage
HOURS OF SALE FOR FOOD PRIMARY LICENSE
BLAEDEN SELF STORAGE Household storage rentals. Several sizes to choose from. Competitive prices. 24 HOUR ACCESS. Phone or leave a message 250-344-2289. S TA S H YO U R S T U F F. C O M Storage spaces of different sizes starting at $40/month including heated units. 250-344-3104.
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Suites, Lower 2 Bdr Apt bottom floor, 1 step, downtown. No pets, dishwasher, w/d hookup. Very clean, excellent condition. $725. Avail Sept 1. 250-344-0222. 2 Bdr. basement suite. No pets, no parties, N/S. Laundry facilities. Available Oct 1. 250-344-0604 Ground level. Excellent shape one bedroom. Located downtown. Great walking distance for all amenities. Has w/d hook up. Has dishwasher. $625. 344-0222.
Suites, Upper 2 Bdr partially furnished. 5 mins south. $700/mth. No pets. Refs required. 250-344-2417.
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PATRON PARTICIPATION ENTERTAINMENT FOR FOOD PRIMARY LICENSE An application has been received by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch, Victoria, BC, from Kicking Horse Adventures Ltd., operating the Winston Family Room at 1593 Cache Close, Golden, BC, to change the hours of sale from the currently approved hours between 9:00 am and 12:00 midnight, Monday through Sunday to 9:00 am and 2:00 am Monday through Sunday and to allow for patron participation entertainment. Residents and owners of businesses located within a .8 kilometre (1/2 mile) radius of the proposed site may comment on this proposal by writing to: THE GENERAL MANAGER LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING BRANCH P.O. Box 9292 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9J8 PETITIONS AND FORM LETTERS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. To ensure the consideration of your views, your letter must be received on or before October 20, 2012. Your name and address must be included. Please note that your comments may be made available to the applicant or local government officials where disclosure is necessary to administer the licensing process.
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Picture in the top photo is Edward Anderson who cut the ribbon at the Terry Fox Run in Golden along side his mom Amie, dad Bryan and sister Amaya. Pictured directly above is (l-r) Heather Murphy, Steven Munroe, Bridget Munroe, Gabriella Munroe and organizer for the event Nola Dusevic. This year the run in Golden raised approximately $1,000 with more money yet to come in. Dusevic wanted to thank Mineko Beleyma, Nicola Hollick, Mel from the Mount 7 Rec Plex and evertyone who participated. Top photo submitted Photo directly above Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012 The Golden Star
RE/MAX of Golden 250-344-7663
Garry Oddy (250) 344-7234
NEW
$257,000
915-12th Street 5 bedrooms
Norma Crandall (250) 344-0275
remaxgolden.com
$310,900
2 baths
2732sqft
Mobile Home Park
1.5 baths
1,668sqft
4 acres
3.74 acres
5 bedrooms
2 baths
7.76 acres
$115,000 1564 Quart Crescent .289 acre
$139,900
2 bedrooms
2 baths
$299,000
3 baths
1 acres
2bdrms
1 bath
from $147,900 to $209,900
960sqft
$64,900
772 Nicholson Frontage Road 3bdrms 2 baths
1,313sqft
REDUCED
.35 acre
$348,600
2826 Donald Cemetary Road
3.6 acres
23.1 acres
REDUCED
$435,000
$500,000
3 bedrooms
Land and Building
$529,000
27.26 acres
$210,000
$34,900
$139,000 561 Anderson Road
$399,000 4 bedrooms
3 baths
1074 King Crescent 5 bedrooms
407 Riverglen Drive
$269,900
2,216sqft
2 baths
1,775sqft
$369,600 2166 Blaeberry Road 38.6 acres
$355,200
$219,000
Lot 3, Highway #95, South
1121 Horse Creek Road
2393 Kettleston Road
36.33 acres
3 bedrooms 2 bath 2,400sqft 5.38 acres
9.76 acres
1,464sqft
$239,900
10 acres
7 Acreages Available
$279,000
REDUCED
$175,000 2307 Holmes Deakin Road
501 – 9th Street
$649,800
1 bath
7 acres
#10 Golden Mobile Home Park
2 Bedrooms
515 - 5th Street
$199,900
1539 Campbell Road
Black Bear Drive
4bdrms 2.5 baths 2,897sqft 10.47 acres
4 bedrooms
NEW
2 acres
3 bedrooms
2166 Blaeberry Road 2bdrms 2 baths 1,242sqft 8.4 acres
Dan Veselic (250) 344-1435
$279,900 1320 Highway #95, South
2,660sqft
Barry Klassen (250) 344-0262
915sqft
#5 Golden Mobile Home Park
Lot 1, 2113 Highway #95, South
$329,900
1 acre
1357 Campbell Road
$199,900 2410 Trans Canada Hwy #1
1,350sqft
$139,900
from $299,900 to $399,900 2 Acreages Available
$188,800
#3, 1248 Campbell Road 2,440sqft
Kettleston Road
3bdrms
$79,900 #10 Swiss Village MHP 3 bedrooms
Bob Tegart (250) 272-4321
#303, 1545 Kicking Horse Trail
2827 Donald Road
2bdrms 2 baths 1,296sqft 2.87 acres
$399,000 1114 - 11th Street
2 baths
NEW
2029 Birchlands Road
$99,000 Highway #95, South
554 Day Road 2bdrms
$336,000
$249,900
Marlon Chambers (250) 344-0735
$269,900
Horse Creek Mobile Home Park
4012 Beard’s Creek Road 4bdrms
Flec Demmon (250) 344-8451
REDUCED
$429,900
1305 Stoney Lane 3 bedrooms
1.5 baths
REDUCED
2,700sqft
$250,000
606 - 12th Street 6 bedrooms
4 baths basement suite
REDUCED
$99,900
990 Highway #95, South
1398 Hartley Road
1541 Quartz Crescent
38 acres
Land, Building and Business
.93 acre
REDUCED
$29,900
$115,000
#28 Kicking Horse Village MHP
1556 Quartz Crescent
2 bedrooms
.289 acre
REDUCED
$347,000
$184,000
2267 Neville Road
Lot A, Dejordie Road
4bdrms 2 baths 2,037sqft 5.7acres
8.24 acres
REDUCED
$199,900
#309 1545 Kicking Horse Trail 2 bedrooms 2 baths 915sqft
$104,900 576 Habart Road .4 acre