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The proposed Nelson Landing housing development is back, with a new look aimed at opening up the city’s east waterfront with public amenities. Storm Mountain Development Corporation in Vancouver picked up the abandoned project last September. The company’s CEO, Allard Ockeloen, was familiar with the Nelson Landing from having worked as the project’s chief financial officer under former owner David Sorenson of Sorenson Fine Homes. Ockeloen was at a Nelson city council meeting Monday to share his new vision for the project, which will require zoning changes and therefore a public consultation process. The new owner scrapped the Venetian style, over-water condos that Sorenson had designed to extend on piers into Kootenay Lake. Instead, the new design shows a waterfront patio and mixed use buildings, as well as a 38-slip marina. “I envision a cafe moving into the commercial space to serve people sitting on the pier,” Ockeloen said. “It will be a place people can slow down and take Story continues to ‘Project’ on Page 14
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Amy Ferguson Institute board members donate a further $10,000 to the June Lythgoe Scholarship Fund. Income earned by this memorial fund helps promising young Nelson-area musicians further their musical training. Osprey’s scholarship funds allow locals to leave a legacy that enables talented young people to pursue their dreams.
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Workers at the Nelson and District Community Complex Aquatic Centre are now erecting scaffolding in preparation for removal of the false ceiling. The Regional District of Central Kootenay announced Friday they’d hired Matakana Scaffolding on March 7 and they expect their crews to have scaffolding completed this week. The pool at the Nelson and District Community Complex is closed until further notice after a section of ceiling tiles fell in the facility on January 28. Several staff have been laid off. The regional district has
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The RDCK anticipates the damaged ceiling will be removed by the end of the month, when renovations to the pool area can begin. Depending upon how
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Middleditch appears in episode of The Office SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
Former Nelsonite Thomas Middleditch appeared in an episode of the popular NBC television series The Office that aired last Thursday. Middleditch, an alumnus of L.V. Rogers high school who moved to Hollywood after studying theatre at University of BC, got his breakthrough on the comedy website College Humor and has appeared in several TV series and movies, including playing the role of Travis in The Campaign with Will Ferrell.
Tom Middleditch (left) with Rainn Wilson on last week’s The Office.
For The Office episode he was cast as Dwight’s (Rainn Wilson) brother, Jeb Schrute, a farmer who grows medical marijuana in California. The episode was originally
filmed as a pilot for an Office spinoff called The Farm, about the Schrute family beet farm/bed and breakfast. Though NBC passed on the spinoff idea, the episode still
made its way into The Office’s final season. Meanwhile, Middleditch is now working with Beavis and Butthead creator Mike Judge on a pilot episode for a potential HBO series called Silicon Valley, a dark comedy about San Francisco software developers. Filming for that project, according to the website hbowatch.com, began last week. The actor also recently self-released a free album called Semi-Serious, which can be downloaded at his website thomasmiddleditch. com.
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Last call for award nominations SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
If you’ve been considering nominating a band or DJ for the Kootenay Music Awards, now is the time to do it. All artists who live in the Kootenays are eligible to enter a song in one of the 10 award categories that recognize the range of musical talent coming out of the region. There’s a category for everything from best DJ to best roots and blues band. More than 70 songs have already been submitted online at kootenaymusicawards. com and KMA president Chad Hansen hopes to see many more roll in before nominations close next Friday (March 29). “If you’re an artist yourself or even just a fan of a local band, I’d encourage you to go to the website and submit an MP3. “Let people hear it. You never know what could happen,” Hansen says. Fans can check out the music that’s been submitted so far by clicking the “nominate” tab at the top of the page, then going to “view entries.” Hansen has listened to many of the submissions and is impressed by the variety. “There’s some really eclec-
The Automation was named Best New Artist in the 2012 Kootenay Music Awards and has nominated a track for this year’s awards as well. The final day to send your nominations to the KMAs is March 29.
tic, interesting music that’s been posted up there,” Hansen says. After nominations close, the panel of five industry judges will shortlist their favourites for public voting. The judges include music festival producers Christine Hunter from Shambhala and Lea Belcourt from Starbelly Jam; Nelson live music venue managers Ryan Martin from Spiritbar and Paul Hinrichs from The Royal; and Kootenay Co-op Radio program
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manager Jay Hannley. “These are great people to get your music into the ear of,” Hansen says. So far the nomination page is dominated by Nelsonbased artists. But Hansen is encouraging bands from every corner of the Kootenays to get their music in. Bands who entered last year are also welcome to enter again. Shane Johnsen, frontman for The Automation — winner of Best New Band in last year’s KMAs — says he saw
a surge in new listens on the band’s Soundcloud page during the public voting period. “We had about 2,000 unique listens, which is huge boost for a band just starting out,” Johnsen says. “We recorded everything ourselves, without a producer, so we were really proud to be recognized last year.” The Automation has submitted an early release off their next album for this year’s awards and will be playing at the awards gala event, along with last year’s Best Artist winner, Shred Kelly, on May 10 at Spiritbar in Nelson. To enter a song in the Kootenay Music Awards, go to kootenaymusicawards. com. The Kootenay Music Awards are presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Black Press. Platinum sponsors include Kootenay Co-op Radio, Vantage Point, Nelson and District Credit Union, AM Ford, and Selkirk College. Other sponsors are Wapiti Music Festival, Kootenay Savings Credit Union, Bee Kissed Body Piercing, Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism, Chatterson Drive, Our Glass, Ric’s Lounge and Grill, Tribute Boardshop and Whitewater Ski Resort.
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Tim Hus a Pallbearer at Canadian Music Legend’s Funeral
Nelson’s Stompin’ Tom connection BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
The Kootenays played a role in last week’s celebration of Stompin’ Tom Connors’ life thanks to Nelson-raised Tim Hus. Hus performed at Connors’ memorial service in Peterborough, Ontario last Wednesday and was one of the pallbearers at the Canadian music legend’s private funeral. “It has been a tough week, but I was very honoured to be a pallbearer at Stompin’ Tom’s funeral in Peterborough and to sing and front the band at the public memorial at the local hockey arena: The Memorial Center,” Hus wrote on his website. “The private funeral took place on Tuesday and I’m not sure if I have ever been to a funeral that was licensed. I had the privilege of drinking Moosehead beer with former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson at the service — that’s something that could only happen at the Stomper’s funeral. “There were many touching moments both at the private service on Tuesday and also at the public memorial on Wednesday. “Ken Dryden, Mike Plume, Sylvia Tyson, J.P. Cormier, Dave Gunning, and many more family, friends, and fans, were all present and we did our best to give
Nelson born-and-raised country singer Tim Hus (right) with Stompin’ Tom Connors during one their tours together.
our favorite boot stompin’ troubadour the best send off possible.” Hus was born and raised in Nelson. He has been making “Canadian cowboy music” records since 2002 with song titles such as Slocan Slim and the Kootenay Kid, Sasquatch Hunter and Hockeytown. Hus brings his varied life experience to his music, having worked as a carpenter’s helper, framer, warehouse hand, forklift driver, van driver, treeplanter, brewery worker, beer truck driver, fruit picker, fisherman, pine cone picker, sawhand, cabinet maker, well driller, painter, courier, assembly line worker, salmon farmer, furniture mover, labourer, and a maintenance man. Hus told the Star this week that his father Helmut was a big influence on him and
turned him on to country folk storytelling music like Woody Guthrie, Johnny Cash and Stompin’ Tom. Though Nelson has a vibrant music scene, country is not the first genre one thinks of for this part of the country. “I guess maybe the Kootenays are not a country hotbed per se, but the thing about the Kootenays is that you can pretty much do or be whatever you want and people are pretty cool with that,” Hus told the Star. Now based in Calgary, Hus toured across the country for two years with Stompin’ Tom between 2009 and 2010. “That was a pretty big thrill for me, he was my number-one guy,” said Hus. “At that time if you asked me if I could open for anybody… Johnny Cash or U2 or anybody, it would have been Stompin’ Tom.”
It was while they were on that tour that Stompin’ Tom passed the mantle to his young country colleague. “I’ve been looking for 30 years for a young guy who’s proud to write songs about our country,” Connors said. “I’d like to pass the torch to Tim Hus.” If that statement wasn’t daunting at the time, it became a lot more last week. “Now that he has passed, it does make it a lot more poignant for me,” said Hus. Though Hus takes the responsibility seriously and said he will continue to work hard making music and touring, Stompin’ Tom was oneof-a-kind. “He really did things his own way,” said Hus. “He was the ultimate indie artist, he was the indie artist even before the term existed. Playing little hotels in Northern Ontario and writing about the local loggers and miners, making records and selling them out of his trunk. There will only be one Stompin’ Tom. He [showed] young musicians there is an alternative and you can do it in Canada. You can make a living singing about these small Canadian towns.” Hus graduated from Nelson’s L.V. Rogers in 1996. His father and sister Kristina still live in the area. Stompin’ Tom Connors died on March 6 of renal failure at age 77.
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Dredging unlikely to affect Nelson Hydro Greg Nesteroff Nelson Star Reporter
A Nelson Hydro manager says any dredging of Grohman Narrows by BC Hydro won’t likely have much effect on the city’s downstream power generation. “My guess is it will have a minimal positive impact [on Nelson Hydro],” operations manager Mike Amos told the Star. “It won’t have a nega- Widening the Kootenay River at Grohman Creek, 1939. Courtesy Thor Fransen tive impact because we have water. We can run up to full snowpack, rainfall, and runa firm license guaranteeing capacity at that time. The rest off that combined for the of the year it wouldn’t affect highest river levels in nearly water.” 40 years. The 90 gigawatt Nelson’s power plant gen- us at all.” Last year Nelson’s plant hours the plant produced erates the same amount of electricity, he said — except ran at full capacity from was the most in its 107during spring freshet. “That’s the last week in April until year history and resulted in where it may have a small the first week in August due a $500,000 windfall for the impact, where we have more to the higher-than-normal company, which is normally
under contract to sell surplus power to BC Hydro at a fixed rate. Last year, however, BC Hydro also had a surplus of power and didn’t need any more. While dredging the Narrows was last done in the late 1930s and early ‘40s, Amos said it has been discussed many times since. He said the biggest question mark is the effect on fish. Last week, BC Hydro began riverbed surveys to determine if widening the Kootenay River bottleneck is feasible and is expected to decide early in 2014 whether to continue to the next stage of investigation. If dredging goes ahead, it will still be a few years away.
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Editorial
On the embattled waterfront
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here are few patches of land in this community as heavily tread upon in the political arena as the former Kootenay Forest Products site on our waterfront. Since industry packed up and left in the mid-80s, the ultimate fate of that prime piece of real estate on the West Arm has been an almost 30-year constant. On Monday night at City Hall, another tiny chapter in the history of the city’s east waterfront started to be written. For 10 years the mill site sat as a scar of our past. As the community rose out of its postindustry glory days to a more tourism-based town, visitors who drove over the Nelson Bridge could only wonder why such a prime piece of land sat empty. In the mid-1990s, Vancouver-based Millennia Corporation blew into the West Kootenay with promises of transforming the land into a bustling neighbourhood with 350 units of housing of all sorts. Then-mayor Gary Exner brimmed with excitement as he envisioned the transformation of the waterfront and the spur to the economy it would provide. Many heated public meetings were held as the isolationists in the community panicked. The beleaguered BC economy of the late90s doomed Millennia’s plans and for a few years all hope was lost. Out of the ashes, new plans were eventually put together for less ambitious development of the land. More public meetings were held and more controversy ensued. Today the former mill site stands as a testament to how it probably should have been done in the first place: with modesty and shaped by the realistic needs of the community. With an impressive mix of housing that ranges from high-end, single family homes to assisted living seniors housing, the neighbourhood continues to evolve. The original Nelson Landing proposal fell into the overly-ambitious category. On the surface, the plans unveiled Monday night seem more realistic. Once again public input will be sought and once again Nelson will respond with passion that comes from love of community. In the end, we hope the finished product will be something worthy of our waterfront. The Nelson Star is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the BC Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 Nelson Star
Editor: Bob Hall Publisher: Karen Bennett
Council Column — Donna Macdonald
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The challenge of change
appy First Day of Spring! This is such an interesting time of year in Nelson. I live in upper Uphill, and each day descend from my snowy yard to the land where people are raking grass and watching their tulips grow. That vertical change can be a bit hard to take! This is not dissimilar to many people’s reaction to change, as last week’s Star editorial pointed out, citing the amenity areas’ modifications as an example. I understand that. When things I really care about are changed, I get anxious and resistant. So I think it’s laudable that people are passionately reacting because they passionately care about our unique and beautiful downtown. The troubling part is the tendency to react negatively — to automatically assume that the City, in this case, is doing something idiotic. It’s sad that there isn’t enough goodwill or trust such that people would seek out information before reacting. In fact, the passion for the downtown is shared by everyone at City Hall, and we see our gem needs a little polishing. It was brilliant to watch the downtown revitalization of the 1980s and see stucco and corrugated steel being torn off buildings, revealing rich red brick, luminous granite and fancy architectural details. Everyone pitched in — private and public — and invested in the downtown, even though it was during the recession of the 1980s. The investment
SEEDS coordinator Lee Reid (left) with councillor Donna Macdonald at the greenhouses.
paid off. Now, it’s time to do it again. As a start, the city is investing in the amenity areas. We want to make them friendly places for gathering, public art, and activities (like music, artisan displays, a speakers’ corner). Only one tree was removed (the beautiful magnolia) and it now resides in Railtown. Flower beds that had been bricked in will be opened up again to plantings. Benches will return. Now, we need our private sector partners to also invest. Some buildings need sprucing up. Some awnings are simply disgusting. If we all act with pride and confidence, we can make Downtown Revitalization No. 2 as successful as the first one. As an antidote to this controversial change (and the snow in my yard), I went to visit the crew working at the greenhouse at Lakeside Park. There they were, harvesting carrots, kale, mesclun and other greens. And thin-
ning big pots and beds of much more. Seeing all that life and activity is such a dream come true. For so many years, we’ve talked about the greenhouses and how they should be used, but it just never really happened. Until Lee Reid came along with her trowel and her group SEEDS — and now there’s 4H Cloverbuds, school students, seniors, midsters — the people are as varied as the crops (and just as happy!). Produce is currently going to the Food Cupboard and Our Daily Bread. It’s truly wonderful. The other change that’s got me pretty pleased is the upcoming transit system redesign and creation of a regional system. Can you imagine taking several disparate transit systems covering a large rural area, and melding them onto one system that actually works? It’s been a huge job, but come July the new schedules, fare structures and buses will hit the road.
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Regional travel will be facilitated. Travel within Nelson will be changed, and the inclusion of two smaller (community) buses during lower use times will be welcome. The summer will give us time to tweak schedules, if needed, before the school term begins. I believe this new system will be welcomed by most users, and I hope it will attract new ones. Of course, this change won’t be entirely a happy event — no Sunday service, yet. So it’s spring and change is afoot. And, I know that beneath the snow at my house the tulips and primula are growing. Plus I’ve had a few extra weeks to relax before gardening season starts! So really — it’s not such a bad change, climbing the hill to winter for a bit longer. Most change is that way. Donna Macdonald is a Nelson city councillor who shares this Wednesday space with her colleagues around the table.
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Letters to the Editor
Capitalism makes perfect sense Re: “Capitalism hasn’t delivered,” Letters, February 20 Are you kidding me? We live at a time when the ratio of rich people — both per capita and quantitatively — has never been larger in the history of the world. The same can be said of the socalled middle class. Capitalism — although not in its strictly purest form — is responsible for western society, especially North America, reaching affluence levels never seen before. Food, clothing, shelter, automobiles, leisure activities, etcetera have never been more accessible for those willing to work hard and use the talents they are born with. These things couldn’t exist in a socialistic society; not in the quantities,
varieties and affordability provided by a free entrepreneurial society. Invention and innovation thrive under capitalistic principles.
Capitalism — although not in its purest form — is responsible for western society, especially North America, reaching affluence levels never seen before. There is a mistaken sense of entitlement or utopian ideal placed in Mr. Terral’s understanding of capital-
ism. How can capitalism make promises of “house ownership for all” or “universal health care”? These are the fatuous sales pitches from unscrupulous politicians. Capitalism is merely a platform on which we practice economic relationships. Everything we think we are entitled to has to come from somewhere. If I believe free health care should be a natural right, then I have to believe others must accommodate. Can others be forced to supply me a home simply because I think that’s fairness? If I request some good or service from Mr. Terral, I’m certain he would insist in kind. That’s capitalism. Paul Van Caeseele Nelson
Racism alive and well in Canada
Racism is an easy “ism” to define. Simply put, it is one person or a group of people expressing a feeling of superiority over people who are different from them. Racism is learned. No one is born a racist. The degradation of a certain group of people is taught and accepted by some people who may or may not use violence against the people they consider inferior. At times, racism can be used on a national scale against another nation or against a certain group of its own citizens. The action by a nation may or may not involve violence, such as in Nazi Germany, or it may be non-violent oppression. For example, within a nation, an oppressed minority may not be given the right to vote. Or, they may be told where they can and cannot live. Possibly, certain lands may be set aside for this minority, lands determined
by the majority group without any consultation. On these designated lands, the minority group usually suffers from a lower standard of education than the one enjoyed by the majority. The government may pass legislation outlawing their language, their religion and their culture. Their children may be forced to attend schools populated with children from the majority group in society in the hope that they may give up their heritage and become like the rest of society. For those who do attempt to become integrated, they still face prejudice in the form of being hired for jobs, or receiving pay equal to that in the rest of society. Also, within the mainstream culture, the minority group may be portrayed in the media and in literature as being uneducated, uncivilized, backward, simple, rather than being considered as human beings with the same wants and desires as
the rest of us despite their difference in language, religion, and culture. In addition, they may live in sub-standard housing, be living in constant poverty with little or no hope for self-improvement. They are usually considered by the rest of society as being second-class citizens. In some countries, they may not even be accorded citizenship. In addition, they suffer with sub-standard medical care and their life expectancy is lower than the rest of society. Being a minority, their voting power, if they have any, is so minor that their concerns can easily be dismissed by the elected government. Should they protest, even peacefully, many in society object to their demands. No, this is not apartheid in South Africa. This is the treatment Canada has meted out to its Native peoples. Bob Abrahams Nelson
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Slocan Lake RCMP used force to remove a duo from their camper van after they refused to cooperate with police. On March 8, at around 10:20 p.m., officers tried to stop a camper van travelling southbound on Highway 6 near Hills. The vehicle was driving on the shoulder of the road, obstructing traffic, and moving at speeds of 30 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, police said. RCMP also noted there was no license plate on the van. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, it continued on until Rosebery prior to pulling over. Once stopped, the male driver and female passenger refused to identify themselves to police and were both arrested for obstructing a police officer. Additional police attended and had to forcibly remove
both occupants from the vehicle leading to minor injuries of the male suspect and one police officer. The two were not known to police and determined to be transient. Once the identities of the individuals was confirmed, both were released from custody with a requirement to attend the Nakusp Provincial Courthouse on April 25. Police are recommending charges of obstructing a police officer and resisting arrest against the female passenger. Charges of assaulting a police officer, obstructing a police officer, and resisting arrest are being recommended against the male driver. Both suspects have also been charged with a number of offences under the Motor Vehicle Act. Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying motorists that may have witnessed this incident. Please contact the Slocan Lake RCMP at 250-358-2222 with any pertinent information.
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Community Organizations Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk on Wednesday, March 20, 5 p.m. at Lakeside Labyrinth in Nelson’s Lakeside Rotary Park. Come and celebrate the change of the season. Welcome in the rebirth of spring and set your intentions for a season of health and prosperity. All welcome. This is a free event hosted by the Nelson Community Labyrinth Group. The Nelson Technology Club hosts a Hackerspace Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., at their new location in the annex building at Selkirk College Tenth Street campus. Hackerspace is a place to talk about technology with people who understand what you are talking about. Al-anon meetings are held Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon Street, and on Fridays from 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street in the basement. For more information about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333. The Earth Matters Upcyclers meet Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Their current project is turning reclaimed Shambhala festival tents into reusable shopping bags. Youth 13 to 30 are invited to stop in and learn how to turn trash into treasure, or take part in group discussions about waste reduction, meet other youth and enjoy a snack. West Kootenay Naturalist’s month-end presentation is Monday, March 25 at 8 p.m. at the Silver King Campus of Nelson Selkirk College. Eva Johansson will introduce the newly formed Kootenay Native Plant Society and the Kootenay Camas Project.
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Learn about upcoming events and how you can contribute. Results of the 2012 Camas inventory will be presented, as well as information on how to participate in Camas watch this spring. All are welcome at this free event. For more info call 250-362-7424.
from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn to knit, crochet, spin, embroider and make rag rugs. On Wednesdays, Community Threads offers quilting lessons from 9 a.m. to noon at the same location. Women of all ages welcome. Call 250-551-4951 for info.
The Nelson Public Library’s Teen Book Club will discuss Doppelganger by David Stahler Jr. on Wednesday, March 27 at 3:30 p.m. Contact Joanne if you need information or a copy of the book: jharris@nelson.ca or call 250-505-5683.
Lake Watchers is an infopacked two-hour course for the curious and passionate lake steward. On Wednesday, March 27 at the Argenta Community Hall, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., our instructor will show you the basics of limnology (the study of freshwater), provide information on the Kootenay Lake Partnership’s planning initiative, introduce our Lake Watchers Program, and teach you hands-on water quality monitoring techniques. No registration required, just come out and enjoy learning about Kootenay Lake.
Sweetgrass Productions is bringing nine Japanese snowsurfers from the island of Hokkaido to Whitewater Ski Resort to build a natural wave terrain park “pool” feature. Try it out on Saturday, March 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local DJ Erica Dee will be spinning throughout the day. Snowboarders and skiers of all age are welcome. Cornerstone Children’s Centre (611 5th Street) will be transformed into a wonderland of balloons, carnival games, free face painting, door prizes and more on Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games geared towards kids under the age of 12 (and kids at heart).Tickets are only $0.50 each. Concession available. All funds go to renovations and subsidizing emergency daycare costs for the community. Workshops Every Saturday at 10 a.m., Ellison’s Market offers free workshops. The topic for Saturday, March 16 is “Permaculture with Gregoire Lamoureux.” Learn about this gardening philosophy with an expert from the Kootenay Permaculture Institute. Every Friday, Community Threads meets at Nelson and District Women’s Centre
Learn how to stretch your own canvas with Boukje Elzinga at Touchstones Nelson on Thursday, March 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $12 or $10 for Touchstones members. Share your love of history and art by becoming a docent at Touchstones Nelson. A docent training program will run Friday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 5 to 26. For more information, contact Jessie Demers at 250-352-9813 ext. 275 or email jessica@touchstonesnelson.ca. Nelson slam poets Elena Banfield and Will Klatte are offering a new Spoken Word and Slam Poetry course at Oxygen beginning April 8 and running for five weeks on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults and youth are welcome to register for this course that will culminate in a mini-slam performance. For information call 250-352-2821 or info@ oxygenartcentre.org
Fundraisers Sole 4 Souls Canada is coming to town! So clean out your closets and tie together your clean, gently used shoes and boots. You can help people in the midst of extreme poverty and those recovering from natural disasters by giving the “gift of shoes.” A dozen drop off boxes are now available around Nelson and will remain until April 16. For more info call 250229-5265.
L.V. Rogers secondary school students are running a penny drive to support Free the Children until the end of March. Every $25 raised will ensure one person has clean water for their lifetime. Pennies can be dropped off at the LVR office. For information, contact Ms. Martin (tmartin@ sd8.bc.ca or 250-352-5538).
Announcements Alzheimer Society of BC is seeking a volunteer support group co-facilitator to work with people who have a family member with dementia on the second Wednesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. Excellent training provided. Call Julie Leffelaar at 1-855301-6742.
Love 2 Learn at Blewett school has open spots! Join us for this free program for three to five-year-olds and their parent or other adult. Enjoy circle time, crafts, resources to borrow, a healthy snack and a chance to enjoy songs, stories and rhymes with new friends. Each week includes a package of activities to take home! The program runs Mondays 9:30 to 11 a.m. starting April 8. Call Joan at 250-352-3218 for information and to register.
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THEATRE
Sunshine Drive is back to rock The Royal once again, this time with special guest, Clinton Swanson, on Saturday, March 23. Cover is $5. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Nelson Cultural Ambassador Lucas Myers offers another free shows at the Capitol Theatre. On Friday, March 22 at 8 p.m. catch the hilarious perspective of a self involved man-child as he tries to negotiate the pregnancy and birth of his first child in HELLO BABY: An Instructional Lecture by a First Time, SemiCompetent Father. The show will be video recorded for promotional purposes.
Selkirk Pro-Musica presents vocalist Noemi Kiss and guitarist Rita Deane in a program bridging the centuries through the songs of love, Monday, March 25th at 7:30 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Pro-Cathedral. The Royal presents KMan and the 45’s on Tuesday, March 26. These guys are a rocking ska-reggae band with a hot horn section from Montreal. Slates will open the show. No Cover. Doors open 8 p.m.
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Former long-time mayor of New Denver Gary Wright will read from his memoir Unrepentant: The Story of an Era on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library. The book chronicles his journey from exiled American to distinguished Canadian. Lisa Norris will be signing copies of her first book, Dance of the Starfish, on Saturday, March 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Gaia Rising (356 Baker Street). This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the author and talk about her work.
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Nelson Civic Theatre is showing the 1964 film Fistful of Dollars, starring Clint Eastwood and Sergio Leone, on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. On Friday and Saturday, March 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m., the western theme continues with Django Unchained, Quentin Tarrantino’s spaghetti western-style film. Also on the program are two kids’ matinees Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. See the new animated movie Escape from Planet Earth. Fliks will be screening Midnight's Children on Wednesday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. The movie is Deepa Mehta's long awaited adaptation of Salman Rushdie's novel by the same name. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for youth, available in advance at Otter Books.
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Carlos Del Junco returns to the Royal on Wednesday, March 20. Tickets are $25 at the door or $20 in advance at the Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 p.m. Showtime approx. 8 p.m.
Toronto indie rock band the Born Ruffians is at Spiritbar on Thursday, March 21 to promote their forthcoming album Birthmarks. Tickets are $10. This is an early show; doors open at 8 p.m.
The Royal presents double Juno awardwinning, Cuban-Canadian singer-songwriter, Alex Cuba on Thursday, March 21. Lint will open the show. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts around 8 p.m. Spiritbar is thrilled to welcome the Born Ruffians along with indie rockers The Elwins on Thursday, March 21. This is an early show, with doors at 8 p.m. and music starting around 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance at the Hume Hotel. Beats at BiBo presents DJ Braden Early on Friday, March 22. The night’s music will be recorded for a podcast. Reserve your table at BiBo (518 Hall Street) by calling 250-352-2744. Get your retro ski gear on and head down to Spiritbar on Friday, March 22 for a free show featuring DeBlock, Beat Doktor, XL Tee and 4Mat. Doors open at 10 p.m.
Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions opens at noon March 23 with Logan Carlstrom’s light rock on guitar and piano. Next is Sean Rodman and Brynne Herbison with soulful mountain folk and fiddle tunes. Last act is Earl Hamilton and Rob Fahie with folk and bluegrass. Kootenanny: An Evening of Unexpected Music will be held Saturday, March 23, at 8 p.m. at the Old Church Hall (602 Kootenay Street). Performers include Lisel Forst, Lucas Myers, Sydney Black, Michael Graham and many more. Tickets are $10-$20, sliding scale, and are available at Ankors (101 Baker Street) and Enso (336 Baker Street) and at the door. The event is a fundraiser for Ankors. Fractal Forest pre-party with A Skillz at Spiritbar on Saturday, March 23. Spiritbar will be transformed into a Fractal-like setting. The first 100 tickets are $20 at the Hume Hotel. Doors open at 10 p.m.
The after work swing party continues at The Royal with E.T. Atomic Swing Band on Friday, March 22 at 6 p.m. No cover.
Rann Berry and the One Hit Wonders play a re-scheduled show at the Capitol Theatre on March 23 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30.
The Royal presents a night for shaking it on the dancefloor with DJ Rhapsody, Propaganda Prophet and Marty's Mixtape on Friday, March 22. The event is a fundraiser for Kootenay Co-op Radio. Doors open at 9 p.m. Cover is $5.
The Royal presents Hayden with Lou Canon on Sunday, March 24. Tickets are $25, available in advance at the Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts around 9 p.m.
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Ancron Medical Centre To Patients of Dr. Annemarie DeKoker This notice is to inform patients that Dr. Dekoker is no longer practicing at the Ancron Medical Centre. Dr. Van Der Vyver and Dr. Reinecke have graciously agreed to accommodate Dr. Dekoker’s patients into their practices. Those patients who have not yet made arrangements to see Dr. Van Der Vyver or Dr. Reinecke please give our office a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Canadian jazz/folk singer Belle Plaine will play a public house concert in Nelson on Tuesday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. Contact jameslambmusic@gmail. com for details. Yan Zombie presents Vancouver DJ Hexadecibel at Spiritbar on Thursday, March 28. This is the kickoff of a new monthly night at Spiritbar that will focus on quality west coast music acts, as seen on the stages of Shambhala, and other music festivals. Wackutt is at Spiritbar on Friday, March 29. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel. The Royal presents Lester Quitzau with Billy Hicks on Friday, March 29. Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance at the Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. BC/DC returns to The Royal on Saturday, March 30. Immune to Cobras will start the evening off. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 8 p.m. Neighbour is at Spiritbar on Friday, March 30. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel. Canadian hip hop legend Classified will be at Spiritbar on Saturday, April 13. Advance Tickets are on sale now at The Hume Hotel for $20. Doors open at 10 p.m.
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Earth Hour.... uniting people to protect the planet! Log onto www.EarthHour.org and find fun ways to show your support and get involved at home and at work: 1) Make the switch to renewable energy 2) How to dine in the dark 3) Things for the kids, including an Ocean Clean up Game, activity book, making a virtual lantern, a “Lights Out” Game 4) Across the Globe Challenges called “I Will if You Will” 5) City Challenge – Vancouver and Surry are two of 17 communities in the world who are in the running
Be a part of FortisBC’s Earth Hour Challenge. The City of Nelson and Nelson Hydro challenges It’s simple. Pledge. Take action. Switch off. all customers to participate in Earth Hour. If you also make a commitment to complete an energy saving action, you’ll be entered to win an energy efficiency retrofit for your home worth up to $2,000 or for your business worth up to $4000. Better yet, a nonprofit of your choice could win up to a $4000 energy saving upgrade too.
As in past years for Earth Hour, the City of Nelson will shut off non-essential lighting. Check the City of Nelson website at www.nelson.ca on ideas on how you can participate for this years’ Earth Hour.
Staff set to launch Nelson’s new OCP SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
Nelson’s 2013 update to its official community plan is nearly complete. The plan, last revised in 2008, is the long-term guiding document for land use and development in the municipality. City staff have been working on an update for the past year. Nelson development manager David Wahn attended a recent special council meeting to provide an update on the plan’s progress. “We’ve effectively rewritten the whole document,” Wahn said, explaining there was substantial reorganization need to group together information that was previously scattered throughout the 100-page file. “The new formatting makes it more accessible, engaging and readable for the public,” Wahn said. Additionally, the update recognizes new planning initiatives undertaken by the city since 2008, including targets for green house gas reductions, the affordable housing strategy and active transportation plan, among others. “The OCP takes the lofty goals outlined in those planning documents and drills them down to actions we can take on the ground,” Wahn said, citing for example that the plan encourages higher building density by promoting development on sub-standard lots within city limits, rather than pushing back city limits to bring in new land. “Allow denser land use, automatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while expanding city budgets, which are both council
OCP work is almost done, says City of Nelson development manager David Wahn.
goals,” Wahn said. The updated OCP will also introduce new regulations around private docks. The existing plan does not discuss docks, as they are not considered a permitted land use within city boundaries. The update permits docks in designated areas previously determined by the Sustainable Waterfront and Downtown Master Plan. “There are suggestions for how the dock should be designed and the number of docks that should be permitted,” Wahn said. The Local Government Act encourages municipalities to update their official community plan every five to 10 years. A draft of the updated community plan was presented to council about a year ago. Since then it has been going through various levels of community consultation. The next time the plan returns to council, likely sometime this spring, it will be for initial readings and adoption of the bylaw accept the 2013 update.
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Nelson celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on Sunday and local bars were full of Irish cheer. TOP — At Finley’s Irish Bar & Grill, Janet O’Reilly (left) and Trista McKillop enjoyed a couple of pints of green beer while listening to a great line-up of music. LEFT — Mike’s Place employees Bruce Burgener (left) and Jodi Ratcliffe got into the spirit at the popular Hume Hotel pub.
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Continued from Page 1 their time there.” He suggested the area could become a commercial hub for all the new high density residential developments going in along the east boarder of Nelson, such as The Grain and Radio 7. However that portion of the project will come in one of the later phases of the project. The first phase, which Ockeloen hopes to break ground on this year, is limited to construction of five of the original Sorensen triplexes (15 units) along the waterfront, as well as some site access roads, parking and bank stabilization along the water. Ockeloen stressed that commitments made by the previous owner — including donating Red Sands beach to the city to be maintained as a municipal park
and not building on the bluffs overlooking that clothing-optional beach — would be honoured. As well as using local building materials and labour, and incorporating public art. He also wants to add more variety in housing styles to break up the solid line of homes originally proposed, which he said would have “created an imposing wall of concrete and garages” for residents that don’t have a lake view. “I’d like to create pocket neighbourhoods on the site, with every home looking onto a green space,” he said. Ockeloen is now working with city staff to create a rezoning application for the site, which will be shared with the public at an open house in the coming months. Story continues on Page 15
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Couple nabbed for taking it to the street
“Get a room” is the first thought that likely crossed the mind of a Nelson motorist who called in a complaint early Sunday morning. Just after 2:30 a.m., the Nelson Police Department received a call from a driver who passed by the intersection of Stanley and Victoria street. The individual relayed to police that a couple appeared to be engaged in sexual activity on the street. When officers responded they found the intoxicated couple nearby with “clothing askew.” “The 26-year-old male from out
of town attempted to hand the officer a $20 as if to offer a bribe,” a police press release stated. The officer advised the man that his money was better spent on a cab ride to his residence “as he was too intoxicated to remain in public.” After refusing the wise advice, the man was lodged in police cells until sober. “The female understood she was drunk and made a bad choice,” the release stated. “She opted to take a taxi home.” The man involved in the incident was charged under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act. Both were warned regarding indecent acts in public under the Criminal Code.
Continued from Page 14 “I think we have a significant opportunity with this development to attract new residents to Nelson,” Ockeloen said. “It will also be a place current residents can move to, to stay in the community, if they are looking for this type of product.” Nelson Landing is slated for 12.5 acres of former Kootenay Forest Products land and three acres of crown land that still needs to be
acquired by the developer. Councillor Donna Macdonald asked Ockeloen whether affordable housing units could be incorporated into the site. Ockeloen said the cost of remediating the land would be too expensive to justify low-cost housing on the site, but said contributions would be made into the City of Nelson’s affordable housing fund to help subsidize other units in town.
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Selkirk College Hockey Team Claims Playoff Crown
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KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND
Castlegar (1) vs. Golden (2) Castlegar leads series 3-0 Game 1: Castlegar 4 Golden 0 Game 2: Castlegar 7 Golden 1 Game 3: Castlegar 3 Golden 1 Game 4: Castlegar at Golden - March 19 Game 5: Golden at Castlegar - March 21* Game 6: Castlegar at Golden - March 22* Game 7: Golden at Castlegar - March 24*
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The Selkirk College Saints celebrated Saturday night as they took the BC Intercollegiate Hockey League title in an exciting 3-2 overtime win at the Nelson District Community Complex.
Okanagan/Shuswap Conference Final North Okanagan (1) vs Osoyoos (3) North Okanagan leads series 2-1 Game 1: Osoyoos 6 North Okanagan 2 Game 2: North Okanagan 5 Osoyoos 1 Game 3: North Okanagan 5 Osoyoos 0 Game 4: North Okanagan at Osoyoos - March 19 Game 5: Osoyoos at North Okanagan - March 21 Game 6: North Okanagan at Osoyoos - March 22* Game 7: Osoyoos at North Okanagan - March 24*
“You only really get these opportunities once in a lifetime.” Scott Swiston
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The Saints notched the championship win against the Simon Fraser University Clansmen after a bold come-from-behind effort sent them into extra play. Forward Cody Fidgett scored the winning goal unassisted, 3:11 into overtime. “I can’t even put words to it. It’s probably the biggest goal I’ve ever scored. It’s fantastic,” he told the Star after the game. “It was a hardfought comeback.” SFU was first on the scoreboard with a penalty shot goal by Kale Wild with 4:37 left in the first period. Then, early in the second, the Clansmen made it 2-0 off a goal by Brenden Silvester from Colton Graf. Playing at the NDCC due to scheduling conflicts with the KIJHL semi-final series opener in Castlegar, the Saints packed the Nelson rink with fans eager to see their team take the best-twoof-three college series. When Selkirk’s Thomas Hardy put his team on the scoreboard with 3:21 left in the second, the crowd erupted. Mason Spear and Fidgett assisted making it 2-1 at the end of the second.
Neil Murdoch Division
TOP — The Saints celebrate as a team after the win on Saturday night at the Nelson and District Community Complex. BOTTOM — Selkirk captain Jordan Wood, who led the BCIHL in scoring in the regular season, had a breakaway chance on Saturday night but was stopped by SFU goaltender Graeme Gordon who played stellar in both games of the championship final series. Kirsten Hildebrand photos
ROUND 1 Beaver Valley (2) vs. Nelson (3) Beaver Valley wins series 4-2 Castlegar (1) vs. Spokane (4) Castlegar wins series 4-1 DIVISION FINAL Castlegar (1) vs. Beaver Valley (2) Castlegar wins series 4-3
Eddie Mountain Division
ROUND 1 Fernie (1) vs. Columbia Valley (4) Fernie wins series 4-1 Golden (2) vs. Kimberley (3) Golden wins series 4-0 DIVISION FINAL Fernie (1) vs. Golden (2) Golden wins series 4-2
Okanagan Division
The Saints came out hard in the third and it was captain Jordan Wood who scored the huge tying goal off a pass from assistant captain Logan Proulx midway through the third. With good pressure, the Selkirk team had several more scoring chances that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats. Even up on shots on net, the score was deadlocked at two at the end of regulation play. About to go into overtime,
Saints assistant coach Jamie Freiss said they let the guys know this was the time to capitalize on the tired SFU defensive line. “We said let’s take ‘em wide. Let’s make sure we put the pucks on net and sure enough, it went in. Our speed finally paid off for us in the end,” he said. Fidgett’s goal brought down the house with the ecstatic Saints bursting to the ice and the crowd cheering
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the champions on. Assistant captain Scott Swiston was thrilled after the game. “There’s no better feeling in the world right now. You only really get these opportunities once in a lifetime. This is the first time I’ve won a trophy as big as this. You are just never going to forget it or the people you won it Story continues on Page 17
ROUND 1 Kelowna (1) vs. Summerland (4) Kelowna wins series 4-2 Princeton (2) vs. Osoyoos (3) Osoyoos leads series 4-1 DIVISION FINAL Kelowna (1) vs. Osoyoos (3) Osoyoos wins series 4-2
Doug Birks Division
ROUND 1 North Okanagan (1) vs. Kamloops (4) North Okanagan wins series 4-1 Sicamous (2) vs. Revelstoke (3) Sicamous wins series 4-1 DIVISION FINAL North Okanagan (1) vs. Sicamous (2) North Okanagan wins series 4-0
Playoff Leaders
PLAYER Ryan Edwards Garrett Kucher Jamie Vlanich Stuart Walton
Team B. Valley Osoyoos Castlegar Castlegar
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G 11 12 9 4
A 15 8 9 14
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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
FrontCounter BC Cranbrook has accepted two applications made by Snowwater Heli Skiing Inc. dba Valhalla Powdercats of South Slocan, BC, on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, to amend their existing License of Occupation for an undeveloped alpine site to the proposed valley bottom location and roadway situated on Provincial Crown land near Koch Creek and containing 1.0 hectares more or less (Lodge) and 0.63 hectares more or less (roadway) The MFLNRO File Numbers that have been established for this application are 4404181 (Lodge) and 4405343 (roadway). Written comments concerning this application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook B.C., V1C 7G1 or email to: AuthorizingAgency.Cranbrook@gov.bc.ca Comments will be received by FrontCounter BC until April 25, 2013. FrontCounter BC may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please refer to our website http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp → Search → Search by File Number: 4404181 or 4405343 for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional office in Cranbrook.
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Continued from Page 16 with,” he said. “Start to finish we knew we wanted this more than them. “We played with a ton of heart and I think we deserved it.” Goaltending played a huge role in the Saints win with Alex Sirard solid between the pipes. Hard hits and hard work were critical as the BCIHL champions dug in for the win. On Friday night at the NDCC, the Saints gritted out a 2-0 win The Saints received outstanding goaltending from Sirard and physically dominated the Clansmen on their way to the victory. Selkirk set the tone early with tenacious work and hard hits in the first 10 minutes of the opening period. Former Nelson Junior Leaf forward Connor McLaughlin had the hit of the night midway through the opening frame when he laid out SFU’s Taylor Swaffield. Stellar goaltending by both Sirard and SFU starter Graeme Gordon kept both teams off the scoreboard in
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Stanley Joseph Strutin July 22, 1936 - March 18, 2013
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Kim Kratky passed away at kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson, British Columbia on March 12, 2013, at the age of 66. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www. thompsonfs.ca
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Elsie Wallin
Febuary 12, 1924 - March 14, 2013 Elsie Wallin passed away peacefully at Mountain Lake Seniors Community in Nelson, BC on March 14, 2012 at the age of 89. At Elsie’s request there will be no service. As an expression of sympathy, friends and family may make donations in her name to the Alzheimer Society of BC West Kootenay office, 809 Davies Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 3T6 Cremation has taken place Arrangments are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
Cooper, Raymond Cooper, Raymond McLean; On February 21, 2013 Raymond McLean Cooper of Nelson passed away at Kootenay Lake District Hospital at the age of 86 years. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 1:00 pm from St. Saviours Pro-Cathedral Anglican Church 723 Ward Street, Nelson, BC. Cremation has taken place. The graveside inurnment will follow in the Balfour cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy family and friends may make donations in memory to The Alzheimer Society of BC West Kootenays, 809 Davies Street, Nelson, BC V1L3T6. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. On-line condolence may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
Phillip Verigin passed away in the very early hours of Tuesday, March 12, 2013 with his wife at his side at the Kootenay Lake Hospital after a short, valiant fight with cancer. Phillip was born in the small community north of Ymir called Porto Rico on May 23rd 1936 to Nick and Mary Verigin. Phillip was a hard worker all his life starting as a very young lad helping his Dad and Uncle skidding logs down the mountain to make fence posts. During one summer vacation, Phil, at the age 15, got his first job at the emerald mine for the summer and decided that he was now old enough to join the regular work force full time. After many varied career experiences throughout his younger days he finally decided it was time to settle down and met his future wife Barbara French at the skating rink and bowling alley in Nelson. They were married in Nelson on August 8th, 1970. Phil had many job experiences along the way but they always revolved around trucks and equipment, logging industry falling trees, even running a tracked air drill when they were building the Salmo Creston, eventually settling down to working for the Ministry of Highways and later becoming the Yard Foreman at Winlaw. Phil had many hobbies he was passionate about most of which were outdoor activities. You would often find him down by the creek if not with gold pan in his hands then a fishing rod. The last few years Phil found a new hobby that brought many happy hours to him. He started off by making wooden fishing bubbles, and then decided to make wooden pens. His pen making has been of great pride to all the family and we all carry one. Phil is predeceased by his parents Nick A. And Mary Verigin, brother Nick, of Salmo, Sisters Anne and Lucy, Nieces Laura and Sandra of Merrit. He is survived by his wife Barbara, daughters Michelle (Chaychana) in Penticton, Heather (Chad) in Salmo, four grandchildren, Sarah, Ty, Olivia and Leah, brother Harry in Salmo, and many cousins and nieces and nephews. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, and the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
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Minor Hockey Provincials
Wildcats knocked out of contention Nelson Star Staff
The West Kootenay Bantam Wildcats gave it a spirited effort, but the girls team will not be returning home with a provincial title from the BC Hockey Female Bantam Provincials in Vernon. The team is made up of 13 and 14-year-old girls from around the West Kootenay and includes four Nelson
players — Merissa Dawson, Emma Wheeldon, Haley Elias and Kali Horner. In the Sunday night opener against host Vernon, the Wildcats came away with a 3-3 draw thanks to a goal in the dying seconds of the game. Dawson scored one of the Wildcats goals. In the second game on Monday afternoon, the Juan de Fuca entry peppered the Wildcats net with 40 shots
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Besides the inconvenience of the mess and the disruption of your household routine, did you know that frequent occurrences of basement flooding can result in long-term damage to the building and contents that may not be covered by insurance. Generally your insurance will not cover you for water damage caused by continuous or repeated seepage or leakage of water or steam from within a plumbing, heating, sprinkler or air conditioning system, or domestic appliance, including but not limited to a waterbed, aquarium. Your insurance also will not respond if water damage is caused by flood, surface water, spray, waves, tides, tidal waves, ice or waterborne objects. The water damage must be caused by the sudden and accidental escape of water from a watermain, the sudden and accidental escape of water or steam from within a plumbing, heating, sprinkler, air conditioning system or domestic appliance, which is located inside your dwelling. Basement flooding problems can be avoided or prevented by checking your downspouts and eavestroughs. Make sure the downspouts extend away from your house so water does not collect next to the basement walls and windows, it should drain away from your house. Clean debris from eavestroughs regularly. If the land around your home slopes in toward the foundation, you want to build up the ground around your home so that the water drains away from your basement walls. Also examine sidewalks, patios, decks and driveways as these can settle over time and cause water to drain back towards your basement walls. Proper drainage helps to reduce the amount of water seepage into your home through basement windows and cracks in your basement walls. To get more information about what is covered under your insurance policy contact RHC Insurance Brokers at any one of our 8 locations.
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line) against Prince George. Though Nelson Minor Hockey has no teams in this week’s provincials scattered throughout the province, Nelson’s Sawyer Hunt and Tyler Podgorenko are part of the Trail Tier II Midget team which is in action in Kelowna. Trail lost 7-2 to host West Kelowna in the Sunday opener and 3-1 to Vancouver on Monday.
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and came away with a 3-0 victory in what was a physical match. Needing a win to have any shot at semi-final berth, the Wildcats came up against a tough Tri Cities team. Tri Cities scored three first period goals and didn’t look back on their way to a 4-1 victory. The Wildcats will wrap up the tournament on Tuesday afternoon (after Star dead-
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Cam Weir Packs Gear Bag for Kamloops
Graduating Leafs blueliner headed to college hockey Nelson Star Staff
Cam Weir’s competitive hockey career will continue. Earlier this week Kamloops’ Thompson Rivers University WolfPack announced Weir will join them on the blueline for the 2013-14 BC Intercollegiate Hockey League season. Weir, who is originally from Kelowna, played in his last junior hockey game last month when
the Nelson Junior Leafs lost in six games to the Beaver Valley Nitehawks. He had spent the previous two seasons with the KIJHL Princeton Posse. The six-foot-one, 200 pound defenceman had a goal and 53 penalty minutes in 38 games this season with the Leafs. “Cam was very steady for us this year,” said Leafs coach Frank Maida. “He was a team leader on and off the ice, he makes a good pass and should do well moving
to the next level.” Weir will be enrolled in courses leading towards a bachelor of business administration degree. “I was looking at a few schools, but after talking to [head coach] Don [Schulz] and [general manager] Chris [Hans], it felt like a great fit committing to Thompson Rivers,” said Weir. “I’m a player who hates to lose. My compete level has always been high and I hope to bring that to the ‘Pack.”
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There has been 270 species of mold identified in Canada. Health Canada guidelines recommend that all mold, regardless of species be cleaned and that the underlying problems which enabled the growth of the mold be dealt with immediately; preventing potential health issues. For mold to exist it needs moisture and organic material. Leaky pipes, roofs, or windows can provide the moisture it takes to start a colony, as well as improper ventilation in attics, kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms. It is possible to clean the mold yourself if the contaminated surface is small. Water and dish soap or hydrogen peroxide and water can be used to treat small areas. Hydrogen peroxide is far more effective in killing mold spores than bleach. If you suspect a mold problem that you cannot solve on your own you should contact a trained Indoor Air Quality Investigator for advice. They will identify areas of concern and make recommendations for improving the situation. To help prevent mold growth in your home: 1)Repair basement, roof and pipe leaks as soon as you notice them. 2)Always use the kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to help keep your house dry. 3)Clothes dryer hoses need to be properly connected and vented to the outside. 4)Properly seal tubs, tub surrounds and sinks to prevent water from getting into the walls. 5)If you have a flood or any type of water damage, be sure the flooded area is completely dry within 48 hours. 6)The humidity in your home should be around 50% in summer and 30% in winter. A dehumidifier can help reduce the relative humidity if necessary. 7)Discard clutter and excess stored material and make sure you have enough clearance from walls to allow for proper air circulation.
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Urinary incontinence is quite common in women at any age but more so as we get older. It is also more likely in women after pregnancy, child birth, hysterectomy or after menopause. Pregnancy can contribute to the uterus dropping lower in the pelvis causing supporting muscles and fascia to become stretched. After childbirth these muscles will likely require some toning and repositioning. Furthermore, frequent sitting while feeding your baby can also cause the position of the pelvis to shift. When the pelvic bones are rotated posteriorly they can create a ‘tucked tail’ position. When standing, the tucked tail position can cause pressure on the pelvic organs. Consequently this can make it challenging to restrict the flow of urine while exerting ourselves. Many women also experience symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse which can most often be treated naturally with proper diet and postural retraining. Symptoms can include: a pulling down feeling, the need to pee a lot, lower abdominal pain and low back pain. Hysterectomies and pelvic organ ‘lifts’ have become so common but these surgeries are removing a part of our bodies and also create scar tissue which can cause all sorts of future issues. Surgery is a very important part of medicine and is often recommended or required but I would encourage all women to explore natural rehabilitation methods first. A wealth of knowledge on this matter can be found at www.wholewoman.com If you can relate to any of the above information or are in need of general postural realignment training then book in for a CHEK postural and wholistic lifestyle assessment to start you on your way to taking control of your body. $200 for 3 hours of information to empower self healing. As well, ongoing group classes can support you while you integrate home exercise programs into your life. Pain does not need to be a part of daily life. Contact Anna today at 551.1370 or check out www.facebook.com/TopfitnesswithAnna for more information
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If you are interested in participating in our next edition of Ask the Professionals contact Selina or Karen at 250-352-1890
Jenny Heston
Anna Topf
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I’m changing my thoughts and habits to more empowered ones, yet I find all sorts of stuff is coming up. Why?
This is highly normal, and nothing to panic about but certainly something to notice and pay attention to. You have spent your life so far thinking certain thoughts, creating a belief structure and in turn acting it out in your daily habits. Some of these thoughts, behaviours and habits serve you well, others not so much, however, whether they serve you or not, they have become your default settings. They are the ways of feeling, thinking and being that will continually surface, especially in stressful situations, or when you are tired or overwhelmed. So now you have decided to set an intention to make changes in your life, your habits and ways of thinking. This is great and highly positive and you can see that when you begin to move towards this intention and release your old behaviours, thoughts and pattern’s your default settings will most certainly try and rise to the surface. As spring is just around the corner and I have already started mapping out my garden and turning over the dirt, let’s use this analogy. Hold your hand out. In your palm is placed a beautiful sunflower seed and you know that it is going to turn into the most gorgeous, biggest, humongous flower you have ever seen. It will grow and be strong and delight everyone who sees it. You take the seed outside, carefully pick the appropriate spot, make a delicious hole in the warm dirt, pop it in and give it a pat. The sun shines; you water it and tend it, because you can see in your mind’s eye how stunning that flower is going to be. So what’s the first thing that comes up? Did you say Sprout? If you are thinking “the sprout” – NO! The dirt! For the sprout to reach out to the sun it has to push the dirt out of the way. Your default settings are the dirt and most likely becoming very obvious. So don’t run away or panic, just see them for what they are, which is old ways of being and release them. They aren’t good or bad, they served you in some way for some reason. Instead, stay focused on your intention for change and growth and a different way of being and slowly but surely the dirt drops to the side and you as the sunflower, grow, stretch and strengthen into your new habits, and thought patterns and way of showing up. Look at your gorgeous glowing face! You make an incredible sunflower. So go and plant a seed!
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“We are most fortunate to acquire a defenceman of Cam’s calibre,” says Schulz. “He’s a consistent performer who can play in all situations. He doesn’t shy away from physicality, is mobile and moves the puck well. Cam’s not a big time point getter, but a dependable D who can play against other team’s top offensive players. He’ll fit in nicely with our returning veterans and provide some needed depth at his position.”
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The transition from Winter to Spring brings longer days and warmer temperatures. These changes have been said to cause Spring Fever, an affliction known to cause urges to spring clean your house, excitable behavior and spontaneous expressions of love. Spring Fever symptoms usually arise from mid-March to mid-April
Scientist think that hormonal changes in the body could cause this unusual behavior. In Winter your body secretes high levels of melatonin, a hormone that governs sleep cycles. As the amount of daily sunlight increases, melatonin levels drop and you experience greater wakefulness. During this period there is an increase in serotonin, a mood elevating neurotransmitter. This chemical is known to cause excitability and giddiness also known as Spring Fever. Statistics reveal that nearly half of the citizens living in northern latitudes of Canada and United States experience intense spring fever symptoms. One might experience a boost in energy level and a feeling of overall well-being will creep into your mind and body. Individuals might also experience romance in the air, and daydreaming is on the surge during spring fever. Thankfully, this type of fever doesn’t require medication. Take advantage of this time and focus on those uncompleted projects around the house, or just enjoy the extra energy and daylight hours doing something good for you.
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Help Wanted DHC Communications Inc. is recruiting for the following open positions in Nelson, BC: • IT Systems Administrator • Jr. IT Technician Further details available at http://www.dhc.bc.ca
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4 houses affected by the Johnson’s Landing Mudslide have been broken into and vandalized. Recognizable items, red toro ride on mower with a flat tire 15 yrs old, yellow ATV snow blade 2 yrs old, 8 rung ladder, air compressor and table saw. Many other items have be stolen that have sentimental valuable, if you have any info please contact the Kaslo RCMP
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OWNER OPERATORS $2500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Ops. to be based at Castlegar terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
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Housekeeping staff @ Mountain Trek in Ainsworth has a opening for a F/T seasonal individual, please forward resume to info@mountaintrek.com by: April 19th HUNTING GUIDE needed July-October in Northeastern Yukon. Must have minimum two years guiding experience and be comfortable with horses. Contact Chris, 867-3933802 or send an email to: chris@widrigoutfitters.com LIVE-IN RESIDENTIAL Manager needed for a N/S, N/P 50 unit apartment building in Trail, BC. Send resume to: sstevenson@telus.net or mail to 100-3525 Laburnum Drive, Trail, BC V1R 2S9
Make a difference in the lives of seniors. Come work for AdvoCare Health Services, we take “Pride in Caring” Now recruiting casual, potentially permanent positions at; Mountain Lake Seniors Community in Nelson • Registered Care Aides • Cooks • Registered Recreation Aides • Multi-Service Workers- Housekeeping and Dietary
For more information and to apply please see our website www.advocarehealth.com or email resume to Janice.VanCaeseele@ advocarehealth.com or fax (1)250-352-0056 Mountain Trek at Ainsworth has the following seasonal 3 F/T positions providing spa/health food cuisine. Breakfast cook, evening chef & prep cook forward resumes to info@mountaintrek.com by: March 29th
Medical/Dental Busy Dental Office in Castlegar looking for experienced permanent part time Reception 2 - 4 days per week. Please send resume to drannestarr@shawcable.com or fax 250-365-2834
Payroll Administration / Accounting We require a highly-proficient, detail-oriented individual with solid experience in payroll and benefits administration and various accounting duties. Along with accounting experience, you must be accurate, at ease with computers, personable, flexible and professional. This is currently a permanent, part-time position. As our businesses grow, there is opportunity for this to transition into a full time position. Please send your cover letter and resume, with references, to: Mitch Rinas Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: mitch@kalawsky.com
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Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses for night shifts in the Castlegar/ Nelson area to work with children with complex care needs. If you are an RN or LPN and love working with children and their families , we would appreciate hearing from you. Pediatric experience is an asset and we do offer client specific training.
Please send your resume and cover letter to: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax to 1-866-686-7435
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SUMMIT Truck and Equipment Repair Ltd. requires a Service Writer with parts experience. This position requires attention to detail and ability to work in a busy environment. The ideal candidate brings experience in parts and service order writing, however training will be considered. The position offers competitive wage, extended benefits and pension plan eligibility after 1 years’ service. Resumes can be faxed to 250-357-2009 or in person 8561 Hwy 6N. Salmo. Enquiries: rob@summitrepair.ca
UNIFAB Industries is located in Grand Forks BC. We are currently seeking [5] Level A, CWB cert. welders. Level B & C should also apply. We offer a competitive wage and after a trial period an extensive benefit package. Please email your resume to rob@unifab.ca Visit our website for more information at www.unifab.ca
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Executive Director Kalein Hospice Centre
How might a culture-shift towards fully embracing death as a natural part of life, impact the following: Personal values and choices, social policies, approaches to education, bringing communities together to develop effective regional strategies. Where would you focus if you were asked to evolve more expansive ways of providing care in a rapidly aging world? Kalein’s Executive Director will lead the development and growth of a unique centre where questions like these, and all aspects of what it means to “live fully at all stages of life including end-of-life,” are explored in a master-planned campus setting, featuring a Centre for Dialogue & Education fully integrated with a residential hospice care facility. You will consult with the Board of Directors to fulfill Kalein’s unique vision and mission for this integrated campus. In addition to the management aspects of the position, you will oversee and be engaged with development of a variety of programming and funding initiatives, you will cultivate relationships with thought leaders and partners locally and globally, from a wide range of disciplines, you will lead Kalein’s evolution as a recognized centre of inquiry and care. You will feel completely at home in a variety of environments, whether developing long term strategies, managing day-to-day operations, representing Kalein to the public and potential funders, negotiating cooperative partnerships and working side-by-side with volunteers. You will have compassionate empathy for the end-of-life experience. You will be living in the city of Nelson, on the shores of Kootenay Lake in British Columbia. Known internationally for its limitless outdoor recreation, lively cultural influences, and unique reputation as a place that attracts social “change makers,” Nelson offers an unmatched quality of life for those seeking a dynamic, family-friendly, rural community change from the urban experience.
To Apply:
Please send your resume with cover letter to sandi@kaleinhospice.org Submissions must be received by 5pm, March 28, 2013. All applications will receive a personal response. Complete Job Description available on our website at http://www.kaleinhospice.org
Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other financing options available to qualified applicants.
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Commercial/ Industrial 4500SQ FT (418sq meters) grd flr, suitable for retail/whole sale, customer parking, loading dock, high traffic visibility. Call (250)352-5674.
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This is a permanent full time position, commencing April 15th, 2013, with a starting wage of $15.50/ hr. This candidate must be familiar with the Early Learning Framework and the production of pedagogical narrations and be open to learning about innovative and dynamic approaches in early childhood. Experience an asset. Team building and leadership skills are essential.
Licensed Early Childhood Educator with I/T certificationInfant Toddler Program This is a permanent fulltime position, commencing April 15thth, 2013, with a starting wage of $16.00/hr. We are looking for an ECE + I/T. This candidate must be familiar with the Early Learning Framework and the production of pedagogical narrations and be open to learning about innovative and dynamic approaches in early childhood. Experience an asset. Team building and leadership skills are essential.
For more information please contact Veronica by email @ theschoolhouseeclc@gmail.com or phone @ 250-352-0315
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NELSON’S 2012 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR This year the Nelson Knights of Columbus are pleased to announce that
Lois Arnesen has been selected as Nelson’s 2012 Citizen of the Year. Lois is the 49th candidate since the first presentation in 1964. Thank you to the independent panel of judges, chaired by Mr. Harry Sommerville for making this recommendation. A formal presentation of this award will be made on Saturday April 13, 2013 at 6:00pm at the Catholic Community Centre. Tickets are on sale at Sonja’s China Cabinet until 4:00 p.m. April 10, 2013. Tickets: $30 each For more information contact Bob Tremblay at 250-825-9204
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om Shorthouse remembers an occasion when he and his sister Sylvia (now Sylvia Crooks), students of Madame Attree, danced between features at the Nelson Civic Theatre. The movie was the 1945 Roy Rogers film, Don’t Fence Me In. “Sylvia and I were splendidly costumed by our grandmother in white, heavily-sequined cowboy attire fashioned from oilcloth and made to resemble leather,” says Tom. “I wore chaps with a fringe, and we both donned straw western hats also painted white. Our black shoes were disguised with oilcloth spats, cut to resemble the boots popularized by Roy Rogers. His hit-parade rendition of Don’t Fence Me In had in fact inspired our latest routine. As soon as The End flashed across the screen, we would be making our appearance, slapping our thighs in a simulated gallop.” The Nelson Civic Theatre is getting gritty with a westernthemed weekend March 21 to 23, beginning with the 1964 spaghetti western Fistful of Dollars on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. On Friday and Saturday nights the Oscar-winning release Django Unchained takes the silver screen. Note that Fistful is rated PG, while Django is rated 14A. We’re thrilled to be able to put these films together in one weekend; Django director Quentin Tarrantino used
Clint Eastwood in Fistfull of Dollars.
the spaghetti western genre as inspiration for his own film. It ain’t easy to find print films these days, let alone two that relate so well, with the industry set to cease making them altogether this year. So it’s taken the wiles of our film booker in Toronto, Mark Satok, and the movie smarts of board members Jason Asbell and Darryl Santano to put it all together. We’ve also just secured our Saturday and Sunday matinee film, Escape from Planet Earth, starring astronaut Scorch Supernova and a host of blue aliens, sure to make March break-fatigued parents and their kids happy. That’s at 1 p.m. Meanwhile we continue to raise funds — with your help — for a digital projector and sound system. The community was challenged to match the $75,000 already raised to reach the $150,000 price
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tag by May 1, and I’m happy to report that we now have a little more than $90,000 in the coffers. That’s a great start. To find out how you can contribute go to civictheatre. ca/challenge or call 250-3525833. If that phone number is familiar, you’re right: it’s the old phone number from the Civic Theatre’s previous incarnation, now hooked up in the office — which is inhabited most days by our newly hired project management team. Roger Ley, who has been an excellent spokesperson for the theatre from the start, is now officially in charge of fundraising and all things networky. Sue Adam, with a strong background in project management for international companies and local roots that extend from Streetfest back to the early days of Whitewater, is ensuring that we have policies, procedures and best practices firmly in place. They’re energetic, enthusiastic, and they do everything short of tapdancing between shows. But with the new Civic Theatre, the truth is that you never quite know what surprises are in store. Better bring your chaps, just in case. Anne DeGrace is the president of the Nelson Civic Theatre Society. Large Popcorn, Extra Butter runs every other Wednesday. If you have a memory to share please email anne@civictheatre.ca. Find out more at civictheatre.ca
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