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Recruitment project aims to help lure skilled labour BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
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On Tuesday at city hall, Joanne Crossman (right), from the Glenmerry Citizens Group, handed a petition with 905 voter signatures to Sandy Lucchini,Trail’s deputy corporate administrator.
Group presents petition to city BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
The City of Trail’s proposal to dispose of a riverfront Glenmerry lot was a hot topic around Greater Trail during the month of March. More than 20 residents took to the streets in an effort to obtain 600 signatures by 4 p.m. on April 2, to stall the process of the sale. On Tuesday, just past noon, Joanne Crossman handed over a petition that contained 905 signatures to Sandy Lucchini, deputy corporate administrator for the City. Next in the process, is for Michelle McIsaac, corporate administrator, to review the signatures and compare them to the official B.C. Elections voter list. Once signatures are confirmed, the list will have to be presented to council at the next meeting on April 8. “Six hundred signatures is enough to defeat the bylaw,” said Lucchini. “But this needs to be presented to council and they will make a decision whether or not to take this to a referendum.” Crossman said the past month has been a monumental learning experience for her, and
those who joined the cause, to question the city’s decision to dispose of the riverfront lot. “I really want to be clear,” she said. “This is not a petition against a family or council, it is about the process taken to dispose of parkland property.” On Feb. 21 and Feb. 26, the city ran an ad in the Trail Times that outlined council’s intent to adopt a bylaw on April 8, to allow the disposal of parcel located between 3650 and 3660 Rosewood Drive in Glenmerry. By chance, Crossman noticed the ad, and was surprised that the city could proceed with a sale of the last piece of riverfront green space in Glenmerry to a private bidder; without ever posting a sign or informing neighbourhood residents. The city opted to use a notice of “alternative approval” process to notify citizens of the city’s sales agreement and intent to sell this prime piece of real estate, she explained. “If citizens allow city council to adopt this bylaw it will set a precedence which will allow this council and future councils to sell parkland in any neighbourhood in the City of Trail, using this same quiet process.”
Rural areas across Canada face a unique challenge when recruiting and retaining professionals. According to Statistics Canada, over the next decade, British Columbia will be faced with one of its largest economic challenges: ensuring enough workers, with the right skills to maximize potential economic growth. With this forecast in mind, the Lower Columbia Development Team, along with the Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation (LCIC) has issued a request for proposals to create a unified regional recruitment package to allow employers, educators, and healthcare providers to attract and retain key employees. “I don’t think it’s any secret that there are talks of skill shortages today and projected for the future,” said Sandy Santori, executive director of the LCIC. “It is imperative that our local companies remain competitive and productivity is enhanced.” Santori said that over the last year, LCIC undertook a retention and expansion project that involved surveys of over 150 businesses in Greater Trail, and what the workforce renewal committee was hearing, was a need for a centralized
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March goes out like a lamb BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
The warm and sunny long weekend escorted March out like a lamb. While most of the month was cool and unsettled, a high-pressure system accounted for the dry and warm conditions during the final week of the month. Even though the temperatures may have seemed warmer than usual, the mean monthly temperature averaged out to be only slightly milder than normal. Saturday was the warmest day, at 20 C, the first 20-degree or warmer day in the month of
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recruitment package. “During the interview or recruitment process, the discussion is usually around wages and benefits,” he said. “Lifestyle and resources in our entire region should be a part of that process, because there is more to it when attracting someone from the outside.” Santori said that LCIC is seeking either a local or external source to develop a robust integrated workforce recruitment tool so that employers can sell the “entire package.” He said that the information package will capture the attractions, benefits and services available to potential employees and new arrivals, all in one resource. “Quite often, the most difficult part of the recruitment may be the potential employee’s spouse,” said Santori. “A unified package will make the transition easier even after they move here.” Although, exactly what form the recruitment package will take, has not been decided. Santori said it will be compact, web-based or possibly a USB flash drive that the person can pick and chose areas of interest. “We need to enhance the recruitment process and bring the lifestyle See TRENDS, Page 3
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March since 2004. That year, a record high of 23 C was recorded. The Southeast Fire Centre reports that only 67 per cent of the normal 61.4 mm of total precipitation fell last month. What a difference a year makes. March 2012 was the wettest March on record with 111 mm of rain, stated the report. Only 9.1 mm of rain fell this year, or 19 per cent of the monthly normal. “The last two winter and spring seasons were long due to a weather phenomenon known as La Nina,” explained Ron Lakeman, forecaster for the fire centre. See WEATHER, Page 3
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The women-only fitness centre is the vision of local health care coworkers and friends, Sabine Mann and Maureen Dilling. Mann, who has always wanted to run her own gym, jumped at the chance to purchase the hydraulic exercise equipment from Better Health and Fitness when its doors closed late last year. “We had been wanting to go into business for awhile,’ said Dilling “So when the machinery came up for sale, we just knew this was it.”
Both Mann and Dilling strive to help design the perfect workout to achieve fitness goals and put the spring back into your step. With clients from ages 19 to 81, they will personalize each program to help set individual fitness goals; focus on specific areas most important to each member; motivate and challenge to achieve fitness goals; and ensure that the workouts are safe. “First of all, we believe that all women are beautiful just the way they are,” Mann. “But each person has a unique challenge and we are here to help her achieve it.” Thanks to a 30-minute circuittraining workout, members can get back to the day quickly; feel relaxed and ready to go. In addition to circuit training, the gym has a treadmill, elliptical machine, exercise balls, and free weights. “Our focus is on losing inches, not so much on weight,” said Mann. “We want to help women change and feel better about themselves.” “But we don’t believe in pushing our member, unless she asks.”
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The newly-opened Women’s Journey to Fitness in downtown Trail will be hosting its grand opening on April 12. “Then I will push her hard, really hard,” she warned. Circuit training is a form of body conditioning or resistance training, using high -intensity aerobics. It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise circuit is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program. When one circuit is complete, the first exercise begins again for the next circuit. Traditionally, the time between exercises in circuit training is short, often with rapid movements to the next exercises.
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Dilling, who works the circuit with members throughout the day, said that besides working on muscles, her favourite part of the job is the socializing aspect. “We want our members to feel like this is their home away from home, ” she said. “We own the gym, but our members make the gym.” Mann and Dilling are committed to offering extended hours to accommodate busy schedules. The gym is open at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 8 p.m. Monday to Friday. Saturday hours are
9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and closed Sunday for family time. The women have planned a grand opening on April 12, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. That day, Women’s is collaborating with neighbouring businesses to host a fun and interactive event. “Our focus is women’s wellbeing, but also making a difference in downtown Trail,” said Mann. “To us it is important to support each other because together we are stronger.” For more info, call 368-7917, 921-4342 or email womensjourney2fitness@yahoo.ca
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Trends point to change in workforce
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FROM PAGE 1 of the Lower Columbia region into the forefront.” If current trends continue, Canada’s labour force is going to change drastically over the next 20 years. The workforce is going to get older; in 2001, when the first batch of baby boomers turned 55, only one in 10 Canadian workers was at least that age. By 2031, Statistics Canada expects that ratio to jump to almost one in four. Twenty years ago, fewer than one in five Canadian workers were born in a different country.
By 2031, that ration is expected to rise to one in three. With these statistics in mind, LCIC is taking the bull by the horns. “We are excited about the recruitment tool, and from that the other benefits it may bring in terms of attracting new residents to our area,” explained Santori. “People always think it about jobs and new business, when in fact economic development is about bringing in new residents.” “They spend money, need services and easy access to resources, because that is all part and parcel to the whole puzzle.”
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Allan Block tinkers with the inner pieces of a sewing machine as he sleuths the sickness of this Brother model in his Pine Avenue shop window. His service is another business that will benefit from the removal of the HST on Monday. Last week his work was subject to 12 per cent sales tax. This week only the five per cent GST applies. Block’s website, www.allanssewing.com, is up and running and now contains listings for new classes, like the quilting class being offered.
The Castlegar News Two people from Castlegar have been charged with arson related to two fires, at St. Rita’s Catholic church and a vehicle owned by the Red Cross at Kinnaird Community Church, that occurred March 25. RCMP Inspector Nick Romanchuk confirmed that 18-yearold Lee Wilding of Castlegar and a 16-year-old Castlegar female were charged with two counts of arson. The female who was charged cannot be named under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The female was taken before a Judicial Justice of the Peace where she was released on strict conditions. Wilding has been remanded in custody since his arrest on Sunday and was scheduled to appear in Grand Forks Provincial Court Tuesday.
“The investigation was lead by the Castlegar Crime Reduction Unit and included resources from the Kootenay Boundary Regional Detachment General Investigation Section, members of Castlegar Detachment, as well as resources from other areas of British Columbia,” said Inspector Nick Romanchuk, Kootenay Boundary Regional Detachment in the release. “Everyone involved in this investigation did an outstanding job of quickly gathering evidence to allow for arrests to be made and charges laid within a very timely manner. “Over the past number of years we have developed a very strong investigative capacity with respect to serious criminal offences and this incident is a testament to that fact.” The investigation into the garage fire, which occurred last Thursday, is still ongoing.
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the point where the businesses are operating — after years of being in pretty tough circumstances — so that’s a very positive and encouraging development.” Slaco said the Interfor business in Castlegar and Grand Forks is part of a turn-around story. “Both those mills were purchased out of bankruptcy,” he said. “For us, it was being part of a transformation to the business itself and then being in a position to take advantage when the market improved.”
Weather entering ‘neutral phase’ Interfor nears deal for tenures FROM PAGE 1 “The good news is that we are now entering what is known as a neutral phase.” “Although it is difficult to say how things will play out, we can say that it will not be as cold and wet this year.” The lack of precipitation is a unique occurrence because the majority of it was snow, which was wet and melted rapidly, said Lakeman. The monthly snowfall measured 32 cm, more than double the average.
Lakeman said that a system is coming in which will likely produce a fair bit of rain on Thursday night. “Looking ahead, it’s a tough call how April and May will play out, because there is no strong indicator during this neutral phase.” It can be argued that a weather forecast compares to a horoscope, except with numbers. This may be the case because in December 2012, Canada’s senior climatologist David
Phillips, went on record to say that “out west, not only is it going to be a white Christmas, it’s going to be a white Easter as well.” Lakeman said although he has much respect for Phillips, some of the comments that come out concerning western Canada, are “a bit of a stretch.” In December, Jesse Ellis from the fire centre, said he wouldn’t make such a prediction, as there are too many variables to look that far ahead to make a forecast.
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The vice president and chief forester of Interfor, Richard Slaco, said the pending purchase of two timber supply tenures from Springer Creek Forest Products in Slocan is a positive step forward for the company. “We have an agreement to purchase but it hasn’t closed yet,” said Slaco, who was reached by telephone at his office in Delta. “The general view is that the market has definitely improved. Lumber prices in North America have increased to
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Man charged in triple shooting sent to remand BY KRISTI PATTON
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John Ike Koopmans has been charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in connection with a triple shooting that occurred in Princeton on the weekend. The 49-year-old Princeton man did not make an appearance at the Penticton courthouse on Tuesday. Koopmans was sent straight to remand and will make his next appearance on April 29. Cpl. Dan Moskaluk said Robert Keith Wharton, 44, and Rosemary (Rose) Fox, 32 were killed and another man injured after a shooting on Saturday at approximately 9:45 p.m. at a property on Old Hedley Road in Princeton. “The male victim was transported to Princeton hospital and then transferred to another hospital for more advanced care where he remains in serious condition. “Two other individuals, a male and female, were found deceased inside one of the buildings on the property,” said Moskaluk. The name of the man sent to hospital is not
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National Toronto mayor to pay own legal bills THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO - Mayor Rob Ford will have to foot his own legal bills for his hardwon fight to keep his job in light of a citizen’s application to have him removed for conflict-of-interest, an Ontario court ruled Tuesday. In its brief decision, a Divisional Court panel decided against awarding Briefs costs because the case raised novel issues of law and Ford’s narrow appeal win was not an outright victory. Ford had sought about $116,000 in costs from Paul Magder, who almost succeeded in having the mayor ousted for participating in a council vote in which he had a financial interest. When it came to costs, Magder argued against any award on the grounds he was acting as a public-interest litigant.
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THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - Say goodbye to the national anthem and hello to the Queen. The federal Immigration Department has released a major overhaul to the handbook it gives newcomers to Canada. While the new “Welcome to Canada” guide incorporates almost all of the content of its predecessor, it no longer includes the lyrics to the national anthem, which graced the old version’s first page. Among the additions are a full page on Canada’s relationship with the monarchy, an explanation of the military and a lengthy section on Canada’s courts and laws.
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THE CANADIAN PRESS BROCKVILLE, Ont. - Repeated cries for help prompted neighbours in a Brockville, Ont., apartment building to call police. When officers arrived at the building Sunday morning, they too heard the voice calling out for help, and then found the apartment it was coming from. Once inside, they discovered a parrot repeating the word “Help”. It wasn’t an early April Fool’s prank. The parrot’s owner unintentionally left the front door intercom on in the apartment, allowing the parrot’s cries for help to be heard throughout the lobby. Police say it was a false alarm and the parrot was not in need of help.
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Tory worker faces charges over robocalls THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - A junior Conservative campaign worker in Guelph, Ont., has been charged under the Elections Act in relation to fraudulent robocalls made during the 2011 election campaign. Elections Canada said in a release Tuesday that Michael Sona, 24, has been “charged with having wilfully prevented or endeavoured to prevent an elector from voting at an election.” Sona was a young employee on the campaign of local Conservative candidate Marty Burke in Guelph. “The strong public reaction to the fraudulent telephone calls made to electors in Guelph during the May 2011 general election shows how deeply disturbed Canadians were by what happened,” Yves Cote, the commissioner of Elections Canada, said in the release. “I hope that the charge we filed today will send a strong message that such abuses under the Canada Elections Act will not be tolerated.” Elections Canada has been investigating hundreds of fraudulent robocalls in Guelph and dozens of other ridings across Canada that purported to be from
THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY TransCanada Corp. is trying to determine whether there is enough interest in its proposal to convert its existing natural gas pipeline and ship oil from Alberta as far east as New Brunswick. The Calgary-based energy company announced Tuesday that it is seeking firm commitments from parties interested in the idea, which would see oil transported along an existing pipeline into Quebec, and possibly extending that line into the port city of Saint John, N.B. Federal Natural Resources Minister
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a court as opposed to in the media and resolve it permanently,” Boxall said in an email. “If the government was interested in the public being fully informed and the issue of robocalls being properly addressed, a full public inquiry would be called, rather than a charge laid against a single individual who held a junior position on a single campaign and who clearly lacked the resources and access to the data required to make the robocalls.” Just last week Sona went on the social networking site Twitter to say: “not easy 2 move on if ppl still falsely pointing @ u even tho evidence doesn’t fit. Needs resolved in court, one way or other.” Marc Mayrand, the chief electoral officer, has said Elections Canada has almost 1,400 complaints from more than 200 of the country’s 308 ridings. Last week, Mayrand released a series of recommendations he said are urgently needed before the next election in order to prevent another round of false or misleading election phone calls. Conservative party spokesman Fred Delorey said in a statement the party was “pleased” with Tuesday’s development.
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Joe Oliver, who has expressed support for the project, said TransCanada’s announcement was a step forward “Our government supports the opportunity for our refineries to process substantially more Canadian oil, generating Canadian jobs and making our country less reliant on more expensive foreign oil,” Oliver said in Ottawa. “Canadians want to see the positive benefits that transporting Canadian oil from west
to east would bring across our country and that is what we are aggressively working to deliver.” If it were to proceed, the Energy East Pipeline project would involve converting an existing 3,000-kilometre natural gas pipeline so that it could carry crude into Quebec. A 1,400-kilometre extension into Saint John, where Irving Oil has a refinery, has also been proposed. TransCanada has yet to file necessary
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he Finance Minister made his budget speech on March 21st. As I sat in the House of Commons and listened while I browsed through the glossy budget literature, it actually did not sound too bad. However, as I read through various analyses of the content, it became clear that Budget 2013 left a lot to be desired. Let’s have a look at the announcement of Infrastructure spending: According to David MacDonald of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA), the $14 Billion over 10 years infrastructure announcement is not what it appears to be. The government is just re-announcing existing programs like the gas tax transfer and 75 per cent of this money is actually going to be spent in or after 2020. In 2014-15, there will be a $1 billion cut to the infrastructure transfers to the cities. As Mr. MacDonald goes on to say, “The Building Infrastructure Fund is one of the foundations for federal-municipal infrastructure spending. It is currently spending $1.25 Billion a
year and expires in 2013-14. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (and the Alternative Federal Budget) was looking to have this fund renewed and significantly increased. Instead, spending in 2014-15 has gone from $1.25 Billion to only $210 Million – a significant drop.” The current P3 fund is being renewed at $1.25 Billion over five years, however, many cities are not using it. Apparently, it gives control to the corporate partners and cities are left to pay more in interest on long-term projects. According to the CCPA, the previous P3 fund has spent only about 30 per cent of its total and has allocated 50% per cent of the allotted funds. In regard to training, Budget 2013 outlines a three point plan to address Canada’s labour market needs: The Canada Job Grant, Creating Opportunities for Apprentices and Supporting Job Opportunities for all Canadians. According to the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), Canada is falling well below the OECD average in the aver-
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ATAMANENKO Keeping House age hours of job-related non-formal skills training for employees, and in employer investment in skills training generally. The position of the CLC is that Canada needs a skills development strategy in response to a growing skills gap, an ageing work force, and the need for greater educational opportunities for groups such as First Nations, recent immigrants and youth. The Canada Job Grant will take $300 Million per year from the current Labour Market Agreements (LMA) going to provinces and will allocate it to a grant for job-related training. Employees will apply for grants up to a maximum of $15,000 per employee. The province, federal gov-
ernment and employer will each provide one third of the funding. Adequate literacy is the one key skill that many Canadians lack. The current LMA is the sole source of government funding for workplace literacy training. This program is successful, so the question is, why does the government wish to reallocate money for literacy into the hands of employers? In regard to Apprentice Training, this budget reallocates $4 Million over three years to harmonize apprenticeship requirements across Canada. According to the CLC, this measure will improve the certification process and mobility of workers and will assist them in finding jobs in their field across Canada. The budget also ensures that federal projects and projects with federal funding will employ apprentices. As far as supporting Job Opportunities for All Canadians, the budget puts in place targeted measures for specific groups underrepresented in the labour market. This is a good thing. For example, there will be increased support for
internships for recent postsecondary graduates consisting of $70 Million over three years for an additional 5,000 paid internships on top of the 3,000 already announced in Budget 2012. Unfortunately, however, there is nothing in Budget 2013 to assist women in their labour market integration. The main point to retain here is that in spite of the steps to better connect unemployed and underemployed and workers with better jobs, only 15% is new money. The rest of it (85%) is money shuffled around. Finally, according to the CCPA analysis, Austerity Measures in 2014-15 will have reduced federal spending by $11.8 billion due to cuts in the last three budgets. It is estimated that the total employment impact due to austerity will be approximately 90,000 fewer positions in the public and private sectors. One has to wonder what will happen to these people and what effect it will have on the communities they live in. Alex Atamanenko is the MP for B..C Southern Interior
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Committee concerned about sale process The committee for green space and justice is very concerned about the city’s proposal to dispose of Rosewood Park. While we acknowledge that the city has followed a legal process, the documents that we received under the Freedom of Information Act strongly indicate a sale that does not appear to be in the best interests of the city and the process has created uncertainty for the citizens of Trail. We also question why the Committee of the Whole minutes are being deprived from the public’s eyes. A city memo dated October 19, 2011 from the corporate administrator to the city manager states that it is suggested that the property could be made available to the highest bidders through a public bidding process in order to garner the highest return for the city; however, this may negatively impact the family that has initiated the purchase inquiry. The city followed the opinion of one lawyer whose opinion it was that the park land could only be sold to a predetermined buyer and no bidding process took place. The city requested appraisal for Rosewood Park was for two unserviced residential lots. The appraiser put a price of $74,500 on each lot, and noted that a lot size variance would be required to sell the property as two lots; but if the city chooses to sell it as a single lot the price is $108,000 which is a drop of nearly 28 percent. The appraisal stated that
the sales of two vacant building sites in Genelle were used in determining the value of the single lot price. The city followed the opinion of the one appraisal for the price reduction on the single lot and presented the buyer with the two prices plus an estimate on the legal/survey/ appraisal/geotech costs. The buyer could pay $149,000 for the land and subdivide it, or pay $108,000 for the land and keep it as one piece. The buyer offered $108,000 plus a fee of $7000 to recover the extra costs. Has this transaction been carried out in the best interest of the taxpayers? Several city memos state that the city will save maintenance costs and increase its assessment base by converting park land to developable properties. The proceeds from the sale of park land must be put into a park land acquisition reserve fund. Missing from the city analysis are the unique requirements pertaining to the expenditure of these proceeds which will result in the loss of assessment base, increase in maintenance costs and the added development costs associated with buying land to build a new park. A city memo states that the sale of this park land provides an opportunity for council to assess community reaction to converting park space to building lots. What percentage of park land is in your neighbourhood? Current legislation requires that only five per cent of the land area
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OBITUARIES TAYLOR, JULIA — June 24, 1966 March 19, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Master Corporal Julia Taylor (Canadian Forces Decoration, retired and Registered Animal Health Technologist). She was 46 years old. Julia leaves her husband, Jim (James), and cats: Mr. Bear, Sally Anne, and Ripley, all of whom were rescue cats. She further leaves: her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David and Sheila Taylor from Fruitvale; brother Andrew from Montrose; sister Charlotte from Calgary; nieces and nephews: Nathan, Nicholas, Gweneth, Jacob; aunt and uncle, Mr. & Mrs. Ian and Mary Taylor from Didsbury, Alberta; and Aunt Rita in England. Julia grew up in Worcester, England, leaving behind her dog, Pip, and relatives. She attended J. L. Crowe High School in Trail, B. C. She is remembered by great friends: Jaqui, Brenda, Janet, and Kathy. Julia joined 44 Field Engineer Squadron in Trail, B. C. in 1986. She was chief clerk from 1986 – 1990, then transferred to the regular force from 1990 until 1999 when she then attended UCC in Kamloops for the Animal Health Technologist course, graduating in 2001. Julia was employed at Central Animal Hospital in Vernon, B. C. from 2001 until her cancer diagnosis in January 2012. She was a very dedicated Registered Animal Health Technologist and worked first with Dr. Udenberg and Lynn, later with Dr. Smith, Dr. Keith, and fellow staff: Linda, Janet, Lisa, Jody, Lisa, Maddie, and Nadine. Julia was proud of the animals in her care. Julia was also involved with the 223 Red Lion Air Cadets Squadron in Vernon, B. C. as a supply officer. Her experiences in the military were a great asset to the squadron. Julia’s family would like to thank Dr. Hardy, Dr. K. Perrier, and the staff at Vernon Jubilee Hospital for their excellent care. A special thank you to Mr. Vaugn Strang, a good friend. Julia passed away on March 19th, 2013 at Hospice House in Vernon, B. C. with her parents, husband, and staff by her side. The funeral service for Julia will be held at the Pleasant Valley Funeral Home on April 8th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Canon Chris Harwood-Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Julia’s name to the Vernon Hospice House or a trust fund account at Central Animal Hospital in Vernon to help animals in need. Arrangements have been entrusted to:
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South African swimmer became B.C. doctor THE CANADIAN PRESS One of the greatest swimmers from South Africa never to compete at the Olympics has died after spending the last part of her life as a doctor in the central British Columbia town of Vanderhoof. “She’ll be sadly missed,” Mayor Gerry Thiessen said Tuesday of swimming legend Karen Muir, who died Monday at the age of 60 after a long battle with breast cancer. He said she had remained in Vanderhoof until quite recently but he believed she returned to South Africa just before her death, which was reported Tuesday by South African media. She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009. Muir became the youngest official world recordholder in swimming history in 1965 at the age of 12, when she recorded a time of one minute 8.7 seconds for the 110-yard backstroke. She was also thought at the time to be the youngest athlete to hold a world record in any sport and she went on to set 15 world records before retiring in 1968. In 1980, she was voted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., but because of the ban on South Africa over its apartheid policy, she was never allowed to compete at the Olympics. She went on to become a family physician, eventually settling in Vanderhoof, a town of around 4,500 that also serves as a regional hub for more than twice that number in central B.C. “I’m just going to guess she was here about 15 years,” said Thiessen. “She was very much part of the town.” He said she enjoyed the outdoors and had a passion for quilting and never let on how famous she had been as a young athlete. Instead, he said that knowledge came from other doctors in the community who came from South Africa and knew all about her exploits.
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Teen top in Canada for peace poster BY EDWARD HILL Saanich News
World peace is tough to visualize as a snapshot, but a Saanich student has captured its spirit in a drawing that came out on top in Canada, and one of the best in the world. Arbutus middle school’s Xuan Emma Lu earned an award of merit from the Lions Club International peace poster contest, one of 23 granted internationally. Her striking portrait of doves flying above a praying girl, who is holding ribbon of national flags, and with iconic structures in the background, caught the eyes of
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Arbutus middle school Grade 8 student Xuan Emma Lu, 13, shows a print of her peace poster that earned her top marks in Canada and a top 23 in the world for the Lions Club International 25th annual peace poster contest. judges in three separate lenging and fun, and competitions to make it it’s for a good cause, to the finals. to promote peace in “It seemed chal- the world,” Lu said. “I
thought peace was like birds. I drew what I thought was peaceful.” Jim Hoskins, past president of the Gordon Head Lions Club and district chair of the peace poster contest, said he had 187 entries in Victoria from seven schools. In all the Lions Club fielded 400,000 drawings from around the world. “Hers is the only entry in all of Canada to get a merit award, so that’s pretty big,” Hoskins said. “I’ve been doing this contest for 22 years and only one other time, in 2003, have we won an award of merit. It is a phenomenal drawing.”
Humble but talented, the 13-year-old is already building an art portfolio that includes designing the logo and writing and designing the website for the Victoria Titans Volleyball Club, which she plays for. She also designed her school yearbook and logos for T-shirts for her environmental leadership class. Her original drawing will be on display in Hamburg, Germany, in July for the Lions Club International convention. For her effort, Lu won a total of $755 from three rounds of judging.
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BY TIMES STAFF A local boarder had an incredible week at Big White, where the Sport Chek Canadian Snowboardcross championships took to the slopes Friday and Saturday. Warfield’s Tom Pitman three-peated as Canadian junior men’s champion, capturing his third and final national junior title, while Kelowna native Tess Crithlow won the junior girl’s championship. Pitman finished SUBMITTED PHOTO his junior-age eligibil- Warfield ‘s Thomas Pitman (left) of the Kootenay Boarders gets off to a solid start as he went on to ity with another win, capture his third junior nationals snowboard-cross title at Big White on Friday. although having to rely on Chris Robanske’s now so thanks to Chris The line up also the silver medal during Robanske from North board because he had for his board.” included many vet- the competition. Vanvouver was the best broken his own earlier Joining him on eran athletes includ“The best parts of Canadian finishing in in the month. the podium was the ing Olympians Maelle the nationals this past fourth place. The 19-year-old American Joshua Ricker, and Robert week was watching The Pitmans’ also Kootenay Boarder Cohen followed by local Fagan as well as the para World Cups competed in the senior showed that his tech- rider Clinton Pederson Robanske, a gold and seeing the juniors men’s race, but fought nique was more from Kelowna winning medal winner from battle it out on Friday,” warm and slushy conimportant than the bronze medal. the World Cup held in said Ricker. ditions all day, with the equipment and Tom’s brother Mitch Blue Mountain. “I was so impressed Tom finishing in 14th climbed to the top of Pitman meanwhile had Ricker from by the level of the and Mitch losing his his third consecutive just come off a strong Squamish was the younger riders and edge after leading his junior podium. fourth-place finish at favourite coming into the knowledge they race and placing 25th. “That feels good,” the Mount Hood Nor Saturday’s senior open have already in makThe twins had both Pitman told a Canada Am competition the competition and didn’t ing quick decisions in recently returned from Snowboard reporter. week before, but the disappoint. Riding with race situations. I’m Europe where they “This is the third year weekend’s success a comfortable lead all really looking forward attended the Junior in a row that I’ve won was hard earned with day, the current world to next year. Thanks Worlds in Erzurum, it. This is my last year Mitch recovering from and Olympic cham- for the great event.” Turkey with Mitch pla[as a junior] so it’s a sprained ankle. pion found her way to On the men’s front, cing 21st and Tommy good to win. Top 10 He still managed a first place without any the Americans swept 26th. tomorrow [Saturday] very good fifth-place problem. the podium with Tommy then stayed would be nice. I was showing in the junior Critchlow, the newly Robert Minghini in on to attend World in Switzerland for nationals, and was the crowned Canadian jun- first place and Chris Cups in Switzerland a bit and I broke my third fastest Canadian ior Champion, showed Mahaney and Mike at Arosa placing 45th board. I’m riding Chris behind Tom and she could race among Dierdorff in second and Veysonnaz where Robanske’s board right Pederson. the seniors winning and third respectively. he came 32nd.
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CASTELGAR NEWS As expected, the Castlegar Rebels won the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Championship after a 4-0 victory over the North Okanagan Knights in Game 5 in Castlegar on Monday. Stuart Walton netted
the winner, scoring the first of two goals on the night on a power play at 5:54 of the opening period, and the next coming unassisted at 10:36 of the second period. The Rebels dominated play throughout the game, playing hard for all 60 minutes, on their
way to earning a fourth league title. Matt Reed scored at 18:12 of the second — between the two by Walton — with assists from Darren Medeiros and Kody Disher to send the Rebels to the final frame with a 3 - 0 lead. Medeiros finished off
the scoring at 10:33 of the third on a feed from Disher. The final shots on goal against the Okanagan/Shuswap Conference champions was 44, while Rebels’ goaltender Jordan Gluck faced 18. See KEYSTONE, Pg 10
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Players compete at Trail camp BY JIM BAILEY
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The Trail Smoke Eaters welcomed close to 70 young skaters and goaltenders to its spring camp on the weekend to get a peek at potential Smokies. Coach and General Manager Bill Birks was impressed with the skill and caliber of Bantam and Midget aged players, that travelled from as far away as Alberta to participate. “It was good. we had four full teams on Saturday and Sunday, good young kids out there and we’ll have a few coming to main camp in August.” A weekend full of scrimmages and a miniplayoff on Sunday came down to a Team Blue versus Team White matchup. White was lead by highly touted WHL prospect Greater Trail Bantam Spencer McLean, Nelson forward Nolan Percival, and puck-stopper Midget Ice goalie Adam Maida, competing against the Blue team led by Beaver Valley Nitehawk forward Riley Brandt, and Greater Trail minor hockey products Blake Sidoni, and Ryan Neil. “All the Bantam kids that came out: Spencer McLean, Jake Yuris, Evan Gorman, Logan Wullum, Ross Armour, Blake Sidoni, they were really, really good this weekend,” said Birks. “It’s pretty exciting to see in a couple years lots of those kids will be playing here, they’re that good.” It was Team White that won the final match 3-1, in a fast, and hard hitting match, punctuated by good goaltending at both ends of the ice. While the camp invited players from across B.C. and over 20 players from Alberta, building locally seems to becoming an increasing priority for the Smokie staff. Last year’s team enjoyed strong performances from Trail’s Scott Davidson and Jake Luccini, Fruitvale’s Mitch Foyle and Nelson native Adam Wheeldon. See BANTAMS, Page 10
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THE CANADIAN PRESS VICTORIA - Canada is no longer perfect at the world men’s curling championships. Jiri Snitil of the Czech Republic beat Brad Jacobs 6-4 in the morning draw, handing Canada its first loss after five straight victories. “It was their day,” Jacobs said. “It wasn’t ours. It’s very frustrating - and a horrible performance. We’ll get it back.” Jacobs’ rink from Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., was the last unbeaten team at the tournament. The loss ended Jacobs’ winning streak at 11 games dating to the Brier. The setback was also untimely, because Sweden’s Niklas Edin gained a share of first place by edging Sven Michel of Switzerland 9-8 in the morning. The Swedes were also
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5-1 before taking on Japan in an afternoon contest. Snitil improved his record to 3-3 with the win. He made up for two losses the day before. “It’s super beating one of the best teams in the world,” Snitil said. The Czechs caught a break in the ninth end when Jacobs missed a raise takeout, allowing Snitil to register a steal of one for a 6-4 lead going into the final end. Czech misses gave Jacobs a chance for two after Canadian third Ryan Fry drew to the four-foot. But Jacobs sent his first shot long to rest on the edge of the 12-foot, allowing Snitil to make the double takeout to end the game. “We had some chances early, maybe,
to force them into some tough shots and get a big end,” said Canadian second E.J. Harnden, who shot 95 per cent. “It was just one of those games where we didn’t capitalize when we had the opportunity - and they did.” Snitil was good on 90 per cent of his shots, while Jacobs curled at a modest 70 per cent. Jacobs was disappointed with the effort after his rink had made few misses in its first five games. But he tried to the setback in stride. “We have been on fire a lot lately,” Jacobs said. “It’s only going to last so long before you end up taking a loss.” In other early action, Norway edged China 5-4, while Russia earned its first win with a 7-6 decision over Finland.
Keystone Cup up next
FROM PAGE 9 The Rebels got past the Spokane Braves in five games in the first round, before a gruelling sevengame battle with the Beaver Valley Nitehawks in the division series. “Game 7 against Beaver Valley in the second round really brought our team together and we knew that if we’re ever down in a game we weren’t out,” Gluck said. “We had confidence in ourselves to come back so we just played as a team and kept it rolling.” They then dispatched the Golden Rockets in four straight for the Kootenay Conference title before taking on the winners of the Okanagan Shuswap Conference, the North Okanagan Knights. The Rebels now move on to compete with the champions of the Pacific International Junior Hockey League’s Richmond Sockeyes, the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League’s Victoria Cougars and the host team Comox Valley Glacier Kings for the Cyclone Taylor Cup,
Apr. 11-14 in Comox. The winner of the Cyclone Taylor Cup then moves on again, competing for the Western Canada “B” Crown, the Keystone Cup, against teams from Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan. The Keystone Cup goes Apr. 18-21 in St. Malo, Man. Coach Steve Junker described the Beaver Valley series as “unbelievable,” and that what the team had to go through physically and emotionally to come out on top, helped solidify the group. Although he hasn’t paid a lot of attention to the other leagues, the Rebels coach says the team is prepared. “I have no doubt that the teams out of those leagues will be top shelf,” he said. “When you win a championship and have success in anything you do, opportunity comes from that — the Cyclone Taylor is just another opportunity for us to have success as a group. That’s how we’re going to look at it.”
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Bantams impress at camp FROM PAGE 9 The Smokies staff invited young local players from the Midget and Bantam teams to practice with the team during the season, to get a taste of the compete factor and get them thinking about the Smoke Eaters. “We invite them to practice a couple times a year and just try to get them interested in the Smoke Eaters, and they were super excited and their parents were pretty happy about that,” said Birks. “You know they deserve to come into camp, and the ‘98’s for being 15 years old and playing with some 18-19 year olds, they weren’t out of place at all.” Although the Smokies season came to a close last month, the Trail coaching staff will continue scouting and recruiting to prepare for Trail’s main camp at the end of
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GTMHA Bantam Spencer McLean joined 70 other young skaters for the Trail Smoke Eaters spring camp on the weekend. McLean is ranked one of the top Kootenay prospects in Hockey Now’s rankings of the Western Hockey League’s Bantam draft.. August. Birks contract was extended for another year and he is looking forward to continue the improvement made by the Smoke Eaters last season, a team that worked hard
every night despite falling just short of the playoffs. “I’m real happy, me and my family really love it here.” said Birks. “We (the Smokies) got a good thing
going, we’re building it in the right way, and next year we have to make the playoffs – period. But we have a pretty good core group of kids coming back and I’m pretty excited about it.”
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All Times Local Division Finals (Best-of-7) Interior Division Penticton (1) vs. West Kelowna (2) (Penticton leads series 3-0) Monday’s result Penticton 5 West Kelowna 4 (2OT) Saturday’s result Penticton 5 West Kelowna 1 Tuesday’s game Penticton at West Kelowna, 7 p.m. (score unavailable at press time) Thursday’s game x-West Kelowna at Penticton, 7 p.m. Friday, Apr. 5 x-Penticton at West Kelowna, 7 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 7 x-West Kelowna at Penticton, 7 p.m. Island/Mainland Divisions Surrey (M1) vs. Alberni Valley (I3) (Surrey leads series 3-0)
Monday’s result Surrey 3 Alberni Valley 2 (OT) Saturday’s result Surrey 3 Alberni Valley 2 (OT) Tuesday’s game Surrey at Alberni Valley, 7 p.m. (score unavailable) Thursday’s game x-Alberni Valley at Surrey, 7:15 p.m Friday x-Surrey vs Alberni Valley 7 p.m. Sunday x-Alberni vs Surrey 7:15 p.m x-if necessary. NHL EASTERN CONFERENCE GP W L OT d-Pittsburgh 36 28 8 0 d-Montreal 35 23 7 5 d-Winnipeg 37 18 17 2 Boston 34 22 8 4 Ottawa 35 19 10 6 Toronto 36 20 12 4 New Jersey 36 15 12 9
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discipline them. The major problem is his 9-year-old daughter, who wants to be the center of attention when she is around her dad. She becomes upset, demanding and controlling, and she recently began sassing me. I love his children and take care of them as if they were my own. I understand the need for them to have individual time with their parents, but I’d also like them to learn how to get along with each other. I blame my boyfriend for letting his ex control the situation. Am I overreacting? -- Confused and a Little Sad Dear Confused: You are on shaky ground
like a cow. I find it amazing that our administrators, who deal with her daily, have never mentioned this to her. I purposely turn my music up a bit louder to drown out the sound. She and I do not have a good relationship, so I cannot think of a way to mention this without upsetting her. The stress it causes me is giving me a headache. It is gross and unprofessional. Any suggestions? -- Pro in Pennsylvania Dear Pro: You have nothing to lose by asking her nicely to please not chew gum when dealing with the customers, because it is unprofessional, as well as unappealing to see and hear. You also could talk to human resources or a supervisor about instituting a behavior and dress code to cover such things. It is often easier than singling out one particular employee. Dear Annie: I’d like to respond to “N.Y., N.Y.,” the 34-year-old
who found it difficult to visit his ailing grandparents. When our parents’ health deteriorated, it wasn’t pleasant to visit, but we kept in mind all the times they took care of us when we were babies, cleaning soiled diapers and sitting up
all night when we were sick. Recently, my uncle suffered a stroke. At our first visit, he didn’t recognize us. For the next visit, we brought his favorite music and read stories from Reader’s Digest. I know those grandpar-
ents would enjoy some company. -- MD, Calif. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net
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Sudoku is a numberplacing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. Solution for previous SuDoKu 9 5 6 1 8 2 3 7 4 8 4 1 7 3 5 2 6 9 3 7 2 6 4 9 8 5 1 1 8 3 2 7 4 5 9 6 4 2 5 9 6 1 7 8 3 7 6 9 3 5 8 4 1 2 2 9 4 8 1 7 6 3 5 5 3 7 4 9 6 1 2 8 6 1 8 5 2 3 9 4 7 Difficulty Level
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when it comes to telling your boyfriend and his ex how to arrange their visitation schedule. It is not unreasonable for the mother to prefer that her kids have time with Dad without your children around. We think you should try to make friends with the ex so you can work on getting the kids together for holidays and special occasions. They will be less belligerent toward one another (and toward you) if they don’t have to compete for their father’s attention at every visit. Dear Annie: I am an administrative assistant and am proud of the level of professionalism I have maintained in the office. However, I feel like I am about to go out of my mind. I share an office with a very rude woman. I do my best to smooth out her rough spots with customers, but she has one horrible habit I cannot fix. She constantly chews gum with her mouth open and looks
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Dear Annie: I have been dating my boyfriend for four years. We both have children from our previous relationships and share custody with our exes. Until recently, we had our kids on the same weekends. Then my boyfriend’s ex decided that her children cannot be here when my 11-year-old son is staying over. Because my son is the oldest, he tends to be blamed whenever the kids do inappropriate things. But kids pick up all kinds of things in school, from other kids and from other adults. I feel my son is being blamed unfairly. My boyfriend’s ex doesn’t know me or my children. I have heard her children say and do things they should not be allowed to do, but I seem to be the only one who notices. My boyfriend makes excuses for their behavior, but if my children misbehave, he is quick to let me know that I need to
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YourByhoroscope Francis Drake For Thursday, April 4, 2013 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might meet a real character today, especially an unusual female acquaintance. Or possibly, someone you already know will do something that amazes you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Bosses and people in authority will surprise you by doing or saying something unexpected. Whatever happens might lead to greater freedom for you. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Unexpected opportunities to travel might fall in your lap today. This same surprise influence could highlight something unusual with publishing, the media, medicine and the law. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Make friends with your bank account today. Something unexpected regarding shared property, taxes, debt and the resources of others could
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catch you off guard. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Partnerships are unpredictable today. Someone might demand more freedom in the relationship (possibly you). Hold your finger up to see which way the wind is blowing. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your job might be interrupted by computer crashes, staff shortages, power outages or fire drills today. Your daily routine definitely will not flow as expected. (Stay light on your feet.) LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Parents should be extra vigilant about their children today, because this is an accident-prone day for your kids. However, it’s also a very creative day. Anything could happen. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Minor accidents at home are likely today. Small appliances might break down,
or breakages could occur. Surprise company might knock at your door. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is an accident-prone day for you, so be extra careful. Pay attention to everything you say and do. (You might meet someone who is unusual.) CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Guard your possessions and cash against loss and
theft today, because anything might happen. Keep your wits about you so that you have no regrets later. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You might find that your mood changes suddenly today and that you’re given to impulsive, unexpected behavior. Perhaps you’re seeking more freedom or you want a little adventure. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)
This is a restless day for you. (You have that feeling you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop.) Keep your head down and your powder dry. Surprising situations might occur around you, which is why you should remain calm and collected. YOU BORN TODAY You’re inventive, plus you have boundless energy that thrusts you to the forefront of things. You also have the courage and self-discipline
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to change course when you get off track. Invariably, you fight for what you want, and you get it. It’s important for you to have a purpose in life. Good news. Your next year might be one of the most powerful years of your life. Dream big! Birthdate of: Robert Downey Jr., actor; Jill Scott, poet/actress; Christine Lahti, actress/director. (c) 2013 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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Trail Times Wednesday, April 3, 2013
LOCAL
Annual photo show coming up
SUBMITTED Spring is a wonderful time, not only for the changes in our outdoor surroundings, but because many cameras come out of their carrying cases and get put to use at this time. That’s not only true for enthusiasts, but for regular folks as well…we all become photographers in the spring! That is why the West Kootenay Camera Club (WKCC) chooses the spring to announce their annual photo show, competition and exhibition. Once again (for the 23rd year) we invite everyone to join in and share their talents, interests and experiences in photography by submitting their selection of pictures. Competent CAPA and/or PSA qualified judges will evaluate the entries and comment on their strengths and what improvements could have been made. Good photography is something we all admire and there is no better way to improve our skills than to have our photographs evaluated by independent, qualified and friendly people who have been down that same road themselves…they have much to contribute to the rest of us who want to improve. Several interest-
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Route 422 8 papers 3rd Ave, Jubliee St, Queen St & St. Paul St. Route 424 9 papers Ironcolt Ave, Mcleod Ave, Plewman Way Route 434 7 papers 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave,Turner Ave
Route 314 12 papers 4th, 5th, & 6th Ave
Route 375 8 papers Green Rd & Lodden Rd
Route 321 10 papers Columbia & Hunter’s Place
Route 378 28 papers Columbia Gardens Rd, Martin St, Mollar Rd, Old Salmo Rd,Trest Dr
Genelle Route 302 8 papers 12th Ave, 15th Ave Route 303 15 papers 12th Ave, 2nd St, Grandview Pl
Montrose Route 341 27 papers 10th Ave, 8th Ave, 9th Ave Route 342 11 papers 3rd St & 7th Ave Route 348 21 papers 12th Ave, Christie Rd
Route 370 22 papers 2nd St, Hwy 3B, Hillcrest, Mountain St
Blueberry Route 308 6 papers 100 St to 104 St
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This shot of Patricia Lake shows the majesty and beauty captured by the camera. ing photo categories form and available indicated. will be available this on the club websiteThe deadline for year; 1. Wildlife 2. www.westkootenayca- entries to be dropped Nature 3. Human meraclub.com. off is April 3l. Interest 4. Creative You can download Email contact with Images 5. Flowers, the entry forms to the WKCC is conPlants, o r fill out, or pick them tact@westkootenaycaFruit 6. Portraiture up from one of these meraclub.com. There 7. Architecture 8. local businesses: Doell are several club conTravel 9. Weather Photo (Trail), Kel tact people eager to 10. Open (not in Print (Castlegar), or help with your queranother category). Kokanee Camera Co. ies. They are; Jim These categories (Nelson). Completed Ford (250 365 6216) give lots of latitude entry forms would be jubat41@gmail.com, for everyone’s inter- attached to the back Eileen Henschell (250 ests and many oppor- of each photo entered 364 2878) suzi3q@ tunities to express the and dropped off at telus.net, and Cal varied experiences we these same business Him (250 365 3804) encounter…whether locations. calhim@shaw.ca. at home or in our Three entries are You will want to travels and activities permitted for each cat- know the details of away. There is seldom egory with a limit of how to submit your a really bad time to 10 entries for the com- entries, such as have that camera out petition as a whole. photo sizes permitand sharing this excit- Entry fees of $6.00 ted, mounting mething world and the lives per photo are required ods and mat options. we live with others. ($4.00 for club mem- These details are outThe competition bers) and each one lined in the rules on rules and definitions should be titled or the entry forms and of the categories are have the location of online at the club webdetailed on the entry the subject matter site.
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Telus puts cell tower on hold By Greg Nesteroff Nelson Star
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Telus is taking a second look at where to put a controversial Slocan Valley cell tower Jim Johannson, director of public consultation for Telus wireless networks, said in a letter to local politicians that due to concerns from residents over a proposed site on private land off Wishloff Road in Winlaw, they are exploring alternatives. “We recognize Winlaw residents are divided on the issue
so we want to make sure we fully consider all options for the location of this cell site,” he wrote. “This will require additional field work, analysis, and design, which will take some time given the broader context of our plans to expand cell service to highway corridors across the province.” As a result, he said they are deferring work in Winlaw until later in the project. The company plans to bring continuous cell coverage to
Highway 6, which it expects will require up to 14 towers: a half dozen between South Slocan and Nakusp, another half dozen between Nakusp and Vernon, and two between Nelson and Salmo. However, some Winlaw residents say the proposed tower is too close to homes and worry about health risks from electromagnetic radiation. They also say putting it on private land could be divisive in the community.
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$225,000
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Surround yourself in the charm of this 3 bedroom home situated on a beautifully landscaped 90’ x 100’ in an area of beautiful homes. Some of the features include spacious living room with gas fireplace & adjacent playroom a sunny kitchen and 3 bedrooms upstairs. Call Mary A (250) 521-0525
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Surround your family in a profusion of colourful blooms from early spring through the fall!! Spectacular ORGANIC gardens create a tranquil setting for this cozy home situated on a 90 x 117 fenced lot. Great sun exposure, new windows, a renovated bathroom, garage/shop and a dry basement.
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$419,000
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1867 – 4th Avenue, Rossland
$359,000
2069 - 6th Avenue, Trail
$170,000
This graceful and spacious home offers beautiful “heritage” characteristics including hardwood floors, French doors, charming den, and wood burning fireplace. The large, flat lot is accented by gorgeous trees and amazing views. Call your REALTOR® for an appointment to view.
RANKED #1 of 7 Rossland B&B and Inns on Tripadvisor. This amazing family home, also operating as popular Black Bear B&B, offers 7 bdrms, 6 baths, a separate deluxe living area for family and space and luxury for guests. This very special property must be viewed to be appreciated.
Newly renovated 1800’s home with 3 bdrms, 2 baths and plenty of parking. Inside boasts a spacious open kitchen with large deck through the French doors, and new fl ooring throughout. New 200 Amp panel wired and ready for a hot tub. Don’t miss this great package.
Great 2 bdrm home located on a fully fenced 50x100 flat lot with an insulated double garage. New flooring, tons of light, large patio area with lots of privacy. Full basement with cold storage, dining room with built in window bench. Plenty of fruit trees and a veggie garden complete this package.
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
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Call Christine (250) 512-7653
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1004 Regan Crescent, Trail $227,900 3 bdrm home in Sunningdale. Vinyl siding, ac- u/g sprinklers, 24 x 20 shop with ventilation. Mechanical upgrades call your REALTOR® for a viewing.
5,000 sq. ft. shop with 18 ft ceiling, in floor heating, office space, lunch room, washroom and shower. Large truck doors at each end. Excellent condition and very clean. Good highway exposure and access. C7 zoning allows a wide scope of uses.
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1726 Green Road, Fruitvale
3bdrm, 1 bath home on fully fenced lot. Home features newer windows, newer roof, new hot water tank and updated electrical. The radiant heat is perfect for anyone suffering from allergies. Call now.
Extreme project awaits the visionary. Excellent opportunity to build a new home or place a modular home on this very gently sloped .28 acres. Only the most skilled should consider or make an attempt at restoring this dwelling.
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$189,000
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1569 – 3rd Avenue, Trail
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$69,000
Serviced and ready to go, this 66x105 generous lot is among new houses and has gorgeous views. Bring your plans and break ground this Spring! Call Tonnie (250)-365-9665
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Saturday Apr 6 11am-1pm 845 Burns Avenue, Warfield $255,000
Saturday Apr 6 11am-1pm 438 – 3rd Avenue, Rivervale
This 4 bdrm 2 bath home has lots of space, private patio, fireplace and woodstove. Great price for this solid home in a solid neighborhood.
Ron 368-1162 Darlene 231-0527
$229,500
Quiet location, updated and modern. Super family home.
9340 Station Road, Trail Incredible country acreage package on 47.5 acres. 2 separate family homes plus a separate parcel with mobile home. Large open area for horses etc. or expansion to the existing winery. Great opportunity for a family business or country estate Call Richard (250) 368-7897
$348,000
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Cell: 250-512-7653
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ext 42
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$269,000
Plenty of living space here for the whole family! 4 bdrms, 3 baths, open concept, walk out basement, laminate floors, double carport, deck, large rooms, and great view! At this price it will be gone soon so don’t hesitate! Call your REALTOR® now!
Location - location - location! Fantastic family home a few blocks from Glenmerry School. 3 bdrms on the main floor, sunny exposure through ample windows, garage and 2 fireplaces. Relax on the covered deck and watch the children play in the flat fenced backyard. Great value here! Call your REALTOR® now!
Call Deanne (250) 231-0153
Call Deanne (250) 231-0153
WE CAN SELL YOUR HOME. NOBODY HAS THE RESOURCES WE DO! Deanne Lockhart ext 41
3928 Woodland Drive, Trail
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Cell: 250-231-0264
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Cell: 250-231-1101
ext 48
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Cell: 250-365-9665
ext 33
tonniestewart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com
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Cell: 250-368-1162
ext 45
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Cell: 250-368-7897
ext 24
richard.daoust@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com