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Underpass design proceeds By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

City council gave the green light Monday to a detailed design for the Ross Street Underpass estimated to cost $433,050 plus tax. The design was awarded to RF Binnie & Associates Ltd., the same company working with the Ministry of Transportation on the preliminary design for the four-laning of the Trans-Canada Highway at the west end of town. Rob Niewenhuizen, the city’s director of engineering, said the engineering services contract means the city will have a shelf-ready project with an accurate cost estimate when the underpass goes to tender. He also emphasized safety. “Ultimately there will come a time when that crossing is deemed unsafe or closed. We will do our best to keep it open until we move forward with the underpass.” Council voted unanimously to award the contract. Coun. Alan Harrison was absent. Carl Bannister, the city’s chief administrative officer, reported that the city’s financial plan, in concert with the strategic plan, envisions construction in 2019 at a cost of $9 million. Along with grants and reserves, it would mean about $3 million in long-term debt, a figure that would not result in a tax increase if council doesn’t deviate from the financial plan and project costs don’t increase. Coun. Chad Eliason termed the contract an important first step. “It clears up a lot of the misconceptions put forward to the public.” Coun. Louise Wallace Richmond said she supports the contract, but emphasized this is not the beginning of the conversation. “This is where the rubber hits the road.” Coun. Kevin Flynn said he is impressed with having no tax increase and supports the contract award. “I think we have to do this to be ready for grants funding, and to move forward with this whenever the community decides.” Coun. Ken Jamieson agreed it is unfortunately necessary for the city to spend money to get more money in the form of grants. Coun. Tim Lavery stressed that any large project like this should trigger a referendum, not just be subject to an alternative approval process where 10 per cent of the population may petition against it.

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BC Treaty Commission: Sudden cabinet reversal turfs former MLA. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

An 11th-hour decision by the province to veto George Abbott’s appointment as chief commissioner has clouded the BC Treaty Commission with controversy. Six months ago, former Shuswap MLA and cabinet minister George Abbott was invited by John Rustad, minister for aboriginal relations, to take on the role of chief commissioner of the BC Treaty Commission upon the retirement of Sophie Pierre. Abbott had accepted the request and began preparing for the job which was to have begun April 1 by putting his business affairs on hold. He had First Nations and federal support and believed BC Cabinet approval

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was forthcoming, albeit in a government was ready to add much slower fashion than antheir approval, pending a nod ticipated. from the province. “I checked But last Wednesday and with the minister (Rustad) on already in transition talks a number of occasions, obwith the commission, Abbott viously concerned when I received a call from Rustad didn’t hear anything after a informing him he had been couple of months.” unable to secure cabinet apBut Abbott, who ran George proval. against Premier Christy Clark Abbot A former member of the in the 2013 election, says he BC Liberal cabinet, Abbott was continually reassured his FORMER MLA twice held aboriginal portfoappointment was in process lios. and the delay was not about He says he was shocked and disap- him personally. pointed by cabinet’s last-minute refusal. “Now I think it probably was about me; “It’s not what I expected to hear,” he that would be my best guess,” he says. said, explaining First Nations ratified his appointment in October and the federal See Decision on page A2

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Decision disappoints former MLA Continued from front “No one has said that, but I have to assume it.” With a passion for First Nations issues and expertise garnered in his provincial tenure and doctoral level studies, Abbott says the appointment would have been more than a job. “Once one understands the aboriginal history in Canada, it is difficult not to agree governments and society have some responsibility for remediating the impact of historical destructive policies,” he says, noting his great grandparents acquired land on the Prairies through the process of preemption, while First Nations got reservations and were excluded from politics and law until 1960. “I, at least, recognize I have to do whatever I can, whenever I can, to remediate those destructive policies.” Abbott has received a wave of support – including from the province’s NDP, which called for his immediate reinstatement. “I have heard from a number of aboriginal leaders who are quite disappointed and, in some cases, quite distressed,” said Abbott. Shock and support have also been offered in the Shuswap. Cindy Derkaz, North Okanagan-Shuswap federal Liberal candidate, says she was disappointed. “Six months ago we

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Dialogue: Former aboriginal relations Minister George Abbott and Tsay Keh Dene Chief Dennis Izony walk along the shore of Williston Lake in 2010, where driftwood continued to pile up 44 years after the forested valley was flooded. heard he had been approached and I thought he would be absolutely excellent,” she says, lauding Abbott’s experience, knowledge and reputation. “George is held in high regard and did a lot of good stuff… I think it’s a loss for the treaty process.” Grateful for the outpouring of support, Abbott says he is sad rather than angry and more concerned about how the treaty process will play out. “This is not for me a personal loss; this for me is a great disappointment,” he said. “This is something I very much wanted to do, on a file I feel very passionate about and one I won’t be assisting in moving forward.”

Abbott has left the door open, saying if the province reconsiders, he would accept. “In many instances I might be disappointed enough to say ‘no, I’m moving on,’ but in this case, I feel a responsibility for taking these files forward,” he says, calling the treaty process a historical mission. “And I still want to do it. If I am invited three months from now or three years from now, I would take it on.” The province has said nothing but issued a press release Friday, saying the government “will work with the principals to appoint a chief commissioner and ensure that the work of the BC Treaty Commission goes on.”

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Keeping the city’s roads clear during winter weather is melting away money as well as snow and ice. While the city’s 2014 budget saw surpluses in several areas, snow and ice removal was not one of them. And this year, the record snowfall that hit the Shuswap in early January has significantly shrunk the snow removal budget for 2015. At Monday’s council meeting, council approved the final 2014 city budget. Chief Financial Officer Monica Dalziel explained that the 2014 snow removal budget, which includes both road and sidewalk clearing, was about $90,000 over the $780,000 budgeted. That amount was cov-

ered by surpluses in other areas of the budget. “The city is still facing escalating ice and snow removal costs due to... the utilization of liquid magnesium

Monica Dalziel CFO chloride/salt to improve winter road conditions and the implementation of crew shift scheduling for better winter snow clearing coverage,” she stated in her report. January’s giant snowfall devoured half of the city’s 2015 snow removal budget. That

means the city has only $415,000 left for the coming winter out of its $814,000 budget. And there’s not much to draw from in terms of reserves. The reserve account has an approximate $50,000 remaining in it. Dalziel told council that she and Rob Niewenhuizen, director of engineering and public works, have spoken at length regarding ice and snow removal, and will be presenting a report to council. “No one has a crystal ball. We can’t keep hoping we have enough ‘underages’ to cover the overages,” she said, utilizing a term Mayor Nancy Cooper coined. “The trend is up so we are going to bring another budget to council, to reaffirm how you’re wanting to handle going into the future.”

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Attempted truck theft Keen ears helped prevent a total loss for the owner of a pick-up truck over the weekend. On March 23 at 3 a.m., Salmon Arm RCMP members responded to a report of an attempted theft of a pick-up truck at a residence on 8th Avenue SW. The home owner was awakened to the sound of his pick-up being started. He immediately got up and ran outside, just as the truck was backing out of the driveway. The male suspect backed into a metal pillar and the truck became stuck on the pillar. The male suspect then fled on foot. The truck owner gave chase but lost sight of him. Police patrolled the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The truck suffered some damage but was operable. The RCMP wishes to remind everyone to lock their vehicles at all times and not to leave the keys inside the vehicle. Should anyone have any information on this incident, they are asked to call the Salmon Arm RCMP at 250-832-6044, or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Collision victim identified The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a woman who died after a motor vehicle incident near Sorrento on March 16. Anisha Husseinali Moore, aged 55, of Sorrento, died in the three-vehicle collision on the Trans-Canada Highway at Hilltop Road at approximately 1:15 p.m. Moore was the driver and sole occupant of the car involved in the collision that also involved two pick-up trucks. Moore was de-

Anisha Husseinali Moore DIED IN CRASH ceased at the scene. The 55-year-old woman was a well known physiotherapist with an office in Sorrento and the mother of

three daughters. A man driving one of the trucks also sustained minor injuries and was taken to Shuswap Lake General Hospital for assessment and treatment. Police are still investigating the cause of the collision. The Trans-Canada Highway was closed for a few hours to allow an RCMP traffic analyst to examine the scene. There is no word yet on whether any charges will be laid as a result of the collision.

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B.C. Government: MLA faces questions on truck traffic in region. By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

Tractor-trailer transport traffic tied up a good portion of question period following a presentation on the province’s budget by Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo. On Thursday, Kyllo provided an overview of the B.C. government’s budget for 2015 to a room of about 30 people at Salmon Arm’s Podollan Inn. The B.C. Ministry of Finance recently presented its third consecutive balanced budget – not a small feat, said Kyllo, what with the economic downturn from 2009 onward. In doing so, he added, the province has maintained its AAA credit rating. “The triple A credit rating, what it does is it provides the opportunity for government to borrow money at a reduced interest rate,” said Kyllo. Regarding the economic outlook for B.C., Kyllo said the province experienced steady growth in 2014, and it is believed this trend will continue. “We’re not forecast-

ing a huge increase or a huge boom for the economy, but basically, staying fairly close to where our current trend lines are,” said Kyllo, noting the province is targeting an $879 million surplus, which will be used to pay down the province’s $10.2 billion operating debt to $4.8 billion by 2017/18. (Total provincial debt is forecasted to reach

Greg Kyllo SHUSWAP MLA $65.9 billion in 2015/16 and $70.4 billion by 2017/18.) He also touted B.C. as having the lowest personal income taxes in the country, as well as the B.C. government being “mid-pack” in terms of minimum wage. “We don’t want to have the highest minimum wage in the country, and we certainly

don’t want to have the lowest,” said Kyllo. “The increase in September will put us about middle of the pack, $10.45 an hour. As well, we’re putting a process in place to tie it to the CPI, the Consumer Price Index.” Community Futures Shuswap manager Rob Marshall made a multipronged inquiry regarding areas of concern along the Trans-Canada Highway, as well as transportation truck traffic, regulation and inspection. Kyllo said a significant amount of work has been done to expedite the four-laning of the highway along this corridor, with other projects currently underway, including the replacement of the Malakwa and North Fork bridges. And while a construction date hasn’t yet been announced for the Salmon River Bridge replacement in Salmon Arm, Kyllo said it’s expected to get underway in 2016. Regarding the frequency of major traffic incidents involving transport-trailers, Kyllo said new technologies are being looked at including drones, as is

establishment of a highway accident investigation office in Golden. As for the trucking industry, Kyllo said a $160 ticket, for driver who fails to take the necessary precautions, spins out and blocks the highway for four hours, isn’t commensurate with impact it’s had on people’s lives or the economy. Discussion then led

to the construction of a connector route that would allow industrial traffic to bypass the Shuswap – something that seemed to have the support of many in the room. Kyllo said there’s no discussion being had on this at the provincial level that he’s aware of. He also cautioned how such a bypass could cripple the local manufacturing sector.

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Recreation Centre Facility, Shaw Centre Twin Sheet Arena Complex & SASCU Little Mountain Sports Complex Field House on a full-time basis in a first class and professional manner; • The Shuswap Recreation Society shall keep the SASCU Recreation Centre Facility, Shaw Centre Twin Sheet Arena Complex & SASCU Little Mountain Sports Complex Field House in good order and condition including all appurtenances, machinery and equipment, HVAC system, etc.; • The Shuswap Recreation Society shall provide, for review and approval by the City, an annual operating and capital budget ; and • The City of Salmon Arm shall be responsible for the annual net operating deficit (gross revenues less operating maintenance expenses), all major capital expenditures and major structural repairs. For additional information and/or inquiries, please contact the office of the undersigned. Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer City of Salmon Arm 500 – 2 Avenue NE, Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2

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Government recycling This column is about same-old, same-old. Same old government announcing and re-announcing projects for the Trans-Canada Highway, except that none of them are new projects with new funding. They are simply a continuation of projects already in the works or a re-announcement of works that have already been heralded by the government trumpets already. It’s just public relations – trying to milk the most political milage out of the spending of our tax dollars. The B.C. government makes promises about fixing up the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and the Alberta border. Then they re-make them. The province says the work is all part of its new ( the italics are mine) 10-year transportation plan dubbed, “B.C. on the Move.” But Premier Christy Clark made a 10-year, $650 million commitment to upgrade the Trans-Canada Highway at the 2012 Union of BC Municipalities conference. So exactly which new 10-year plan is actually in play? The 2012 plan or the 2015 one? Or has the 2012 plan morphed into the 2015 plan, which will now continue until 2025? Among the projects “announced” last week were: • upgrades to the highway at west Salmon Arm. • construction on the Malakwa bridge Here’s the reality The announcement about upgrades to the highway in west Salmon Arm – that’s so 2013. A quick search of our archives shows a smiling Christy Clark posing on the bridge that year, followed by the official announcement a few months later. Ditto for the Malakwa bridge replacement. A story in our sister paper, the Eagle Valley News in Sicamous in June 2014 noted, “Last summer, (2013) MOTI revealed plans to replace the bridge as part of the B.C. government’s commitment to four-lane the Trans-Canada between Kamloops and the Alberta border. The Malakwa bridge project went to tender in 2014. But also in the headlines this past week, another fatal highway crash, this one on the Trans-Canada Highway at Hilltop Road near Sorrento. I hate to use the word “another” because to those who knew and loved Anisha Moore, this was not just another crash or another fatality or another statistic. This robbed them of a mother, sister, friend. Their lives have been forever scarred. My sincerest condolences go out to them. We do not know the circumstances of the crash that killed Anisha Moore. It may be that the road or conditions are not to blame, but it becomes difficult to ignore that ever-growing number of fatalities on the Trans-Canada through the Shuswap. My patience is sorely lacking for a B.C. government which seems more caught up in public relations than public safety.

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Axing Abbott casts doubt on leadership Hey, Christy Clark. It appears you are missing a knife from your collection. Sadly, we know where it is buried – deep between the shoulder blades of former Shuswap MLA George Abbott. Abbott, who was previously the minister of aboriginal relations, was preparing to take over as head of the B.C. Treaty Commission when Sophie Pierre ends her term on April 1. Suddenly, he gets a call from aboriginal relations minister John Rustad, the very man who asked Abbott to take on the post six months ago, to say it was a no-go, following a closed-door cabinet discussion. Why the sudden change in direction?

Even as he was kicked to the curb, Sophie Pierre expressed dismay and praised her successor saying, “George Abbott is a man of integrity, intelligence and extensive experience who would have benefited the treaty process, First Nations and all British Columbians.” Both the federal government and First Nations had approved of Abbott’s appointment, so why the sudden flip-flop from cabinet? Given the nearly-non-existent explanation that cabinet “decided to go in a different direction,” one can only guess at the real reason. One thing is for certain. Abbott’s integrity remains intact. But we’re not so sure about the premier’s.

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Closure not A higher minimum wage benefits economy the best alternative In my opinion it is very important to note that there are three specific subjects in regards to the review of Silver Creek Elementary. Not only is the school board to consider the closure of our school and have a public consultation, they are also to consider the viability of increasing enrolments at Silver Creek Elementary through the introduction of a Montessori program, and they are to review the busing impact on the children. To only say that they are considering closure is very misleading to the public, especially the public that have interest in the Montessori program. So yes, Silver Creek is being reviewed for closure but it is also being considered as a Montessoriinspired school as well. As for the impact on our children in regards to busing, it is going to be a huge impact on our children. My children will board the bus at 6:30 a.m. This means an hourand-a-half bus ride for children as young as five. What happens when my daughter needs to use the bathroom? Will the bus pull over so she can go on the side of the road? Certainly not! Who will be supervising my five-year-old daughter while she rides with 11- to 15-year-old teenagers? There will certainly be negative influences on my young child. In my opinion, the school district should use impact to students and communities as a key consideration when they are making their decisions. The long-term facilities plan outlines various options for budget savings. Some of these options have a major impact on students (like transfer of students to a different community) whereas other options do not have such a drastic impact (reconfiguration within the same community). Kristie Clark

With the current push to raise the minimum wage in B.C. to $15 an hour, one might question why? Why should we raise the wage? The most convincing argument in favour of raising the minimum wage is the fact that at the current rate, minimum wage earners, unable to keep their income at par with the cost of living, are living below the poverty line. The increased wage will put more money in the pockets of low-income workers, who are, according to Statistics Canada, 59 per cent adults, age 20 or older. One might then wonder if companies will lay

off workers due to higher wages. Studies have shown in cases around the globe, though, that with the graduated increase of minimum wage there has been virtually no effect on the unemployment rates in the given area. Also, with the hike in minimum wage, there is a reduced turnover among low-wage employees. These declined turnover rates constitute a net positive for businesses, for high turnover rates increase training costs and result in lower productivity. Another supporting argument for the increased minimum wage suggests that with rais-

ing the minimum wage, one is putting more money into the hands of consumers most likely to spend more due to their increased income, creating a ripple effect which filters more money into to the economy. This elevated demand for goods and services tends to stimulate the economy, which, in turn, creates more jobs. With the benefits in full view, one can confidently take a step across the street towards the decision of increasing minimum wage to $15 an hour, proclaiming, “Raise the wage!” Joelle Heyde

Bill C-51 simply a scare tactic by the Conservative government Bill C-51 is an omnibus bill which creates or amends five different statutes under a compelling name: “The Anti-Terrorism Act 2015”. It is being used to promote fear and division amongst Canadians. The sub-text of the Harper Conservatives is “either you are with us or you are with the terrorists.” National security is shaping up to be their primary election issue and polls are showing strong public support for the legislation, although the majority wants oversight, review and accountability mechanisms. Clearly, if we want to live with a sense of security in Canada, we need the tools to prevent terrorist plots. However, there must

be a balance between protecting Canadians’ security and protecting their personal freedom, including the right to privacy . Bill C-51 fails to get the balance right. The Liberal Party of Canada will be proposing amendments to Bill C-51, including robust oversight and review mechanisms. But the reality is, these amendments will fail and Bill C-51 will pass no matter which way the NDP and the Liberals vote. Once again Mr. Harper will use the Conservative majority to ram through flawed legislation. Justin Trudeau has said: “the Conservatives can either accept our amendments or have them be part of the

Defend Canada by opposing Bill C-51 On Saturday, March 14, we witnessed a rare phenomena. Canadians from coast to coast protested in the streets at more than 50 locations to denounce Bill C-51, the government’s new anti-terrorism legislation. This is a reaction we have not seen in Canada in a long time. The list of Canadians speaking out against this bill is growing every day and includes such knowledgeable and prominent voices as former prime ministers Jean Chrétien (who was in power during 9/11), Paul Martin, Joe Clark (a Conservative), John Turner, former Supreme Court Justices, more than 100 academics, and so many more. The privacy commissioners from every province and territory in Canada have penned an extensive letter pointing out the dangers of the legislation. In short, the people who are deeply informed about this bill are deeply troubled by it. There are many concerns with Bill C-51. The website stopc51.ca has summarized Bill C-51 as being: Reckless. It turns CSIS into a ‘secret po-

lice’ force with little oversight or accountability. Dangerous. It opens the door for violations of our Charter Rights including censorship of free expression online. Ineffective. It will lead to dragnet surveillance and information sharing on innocent Canadians that is not effective. The Conservative government is rushing through a deeply flawed piece of legislation that will impact on the privacy rights and freedoms of every Canadian. The government has failed to provide evidence of either the need or effectiveness of these powers and has failed to provide oversight to prevent abuses of the new powers. With an election right around the corner, the timing is also suspicious. Our MP recently sent out a letter to the local papers titled “Our duty to defend Canada?” In my opinion this is best accomplished by opposing Bill C-51. Tobiah Riley

Liberal platform in the coming election.” What Mr. Harper wants, as we head into an election, is to have both the NDP and the Liberals vote against Bill C-51. This would set the stage for unrelenting attack ads about “soft on terrorism.” Mr. Trudeau will not give him this opportunity. And Mr. Mulcair? Despite expressing strong opposition to Bill C-51, he has said the NDP would not rescind the legislation if elected, but rather change it: the position taken early on by Mr. Trudeau. Cindy Derkaz, candidate, Liberal Party of Canada in North Okanagan Shuswap

Review land policy

Some of us are gregarious and love city life, and some of us prefer space and a natural environment in which to raise our children. In 1973, B.C. boasted 4.6 per cent agricultural land in the province, but that has eroded significantly. Nonetheless, that leaves 95 per cent of the province that is not agriculture land, that we could enjoy without eroding our food land. Calgary and Los Angeles are two clear examples that show many people prefer sprawl to being packed like sardines in a can. If we have 95 per cent of our province that is not food land, is there someone in our present government that can explain why our cities are not encouraged to grow to this non-ag land? Christy Clark, you need to direct our land commission to either save food land, or help the city politicians stop sprawl and drop the food land policy, because both are obviously not possible. On the contrary, there’s an old adage my father used to quote, “When something doesn’t make sense, you can be sure there is money involved.” Jo Middleton

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1925

Two contractors on the Fraser Canyon highway began work on the drive to push the road through from the Coast to the Interior. The question was raised that all along the trunk road from Vernon to Salmon Arm, why was the Enderby stretch left flooded with standing water, with no trenching to draw the water out of the ruts? It was noted men with picks and hoes had been working in other locales trenching and cross trenching to keep the water off the road, with the result that the road right into Salmon Arm was practically free of standing water.

1935

Drs. Beech and Beech offered to act as the medical health officers for the sum of $150 a year.

1945

While appreciating the tremendous importance of irrigation for the Salmon Arm area, a domestic water scheme to serve the city and district was to be undertaken first. This was the agreement reached at a meeting of the joint water committee and irrigation committee at a meeting held at the municipal hall. Provincial government plans to re-locate the Trans-Canada Highway east of Salmon Arm would delay work on the city’s project to replace the old water supply mains from the water tank on Ross Street.

1955

With the object of stimulating interest in tree fruits in the Salmon Arm area, restoring the industry to the position it held before the “deep freeze” in the winter of 1949-50, a special Better Fruits Committee was organized by the Farmer’s Exchange. The committee consisted of W.R. Fulton, chairman: W.R. Clayden, D.F. Ruth and district horticulturist R.M. Wilson. Riding in on a frigid north wind, a sudden cold wave brought the lowest March temperature on record to the Shuswap. The mercury dropped to 20 below.

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Recovering anorexic faces fears about food By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Food is not just a necessity, it is very much a part of the social fabric of most cultures, an intrinsic component of rituals and celebrations. But for some, food forms the battleground on which their very survival is at stake. Melanie Gotell knows this all too well. The 31-year-old was diagnosed with an eating disorder at the age of 20, when she was attending university. “I had some traumatic childhood experiences I hadn’t dealt with, and I am a perfectionist,” she says. “My grade point was straight ‘A’s but I always thought I would fail.” Gotell says she was working part-time while going to university, but gave up her job

when she became depressed. A counsellor suggested exercise could help relieve her stress. “I was still on the cusp of being average to overweight,” she says. “I started with good intentions of just getting healthy – dieting and working out, and I felt good so I took it to an excessive level.” As a child, Gotell reacted to stress by developing stomach aches that prevented her from eating. “The behaviours started as a kid, but I wasn’t worried about weight until I hit my twenties,” she says, noting she had begun her diet and exercise regime when she contracted a virus and lost a significant amount of weight. “Usually

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you gain it back when you feel better, but I kept losing the weight.” A dietician told Gotell that anorexia can have a genetic component, with one of the triggers being an 18-pound or more loss of weight within a month. Gotell embarked on a long journey to recovery, one that held many challenges, including getting appropriate help. Group counselling proved to be unsuccessful for her. “Some people are sicker than you and you’re sicker than some people,” she says, noting people with eating disorders are often extremely competitive. “If someone was saying they had lost weight and I hadn’t, in my mind, I wasn’t doing well enough.” The thinking was, if you didn’t lose the most weight, you obviously didn’t need the help, she adds, noting that in present-day society, losing weight is seen as a good thing. “You want to be the best, even if it’s killing you, and the illness becomes who you are,” she says. “I am Melanie the anorexic; it becomes your identity. That’s why it’s so hard to give up, because you don’t know who you are without it.” Conventional therapies did not work for Gotell, who was hospitalized three times in the eating disorder program at St. P a u l ’s Hospital in Vancouver, fed by tube on three separate occasions and took part in a 12- to 15week residential pro-

gram – leaving at 10 weeks because it wasn’t working for her. “The re-feeding process is not fun, you feel like crap,” she says, noting she was harming her body to the point she was at increased risk of a heart attack, seizures and suicide. “It’s like you can’t eat. I had zero self worth and didn’t think I deserved to live. Basically it was a slow form of suicide.” Graduated from university and having to take a leave from a job she loved, Gotell was well aware she needed to eat. But every time she gained a bit of weight, the smallest of tummy bulges would drive her back to not eating and overexercising. “I ran out of options, was tired of being in the hospital and no closer to going back to work,” she says, pointing out she got a pet hedgehog to snuggle and care for. “I found a purpose outside of myself. From there, I switched psychiatrists, found a dietician I like in Salmon Arm and found a counsellor that does equine therapy.” The experience was so helpful, Gotell is writing a paper on it, hoping to earn her masters in social work with the goal of opening a comprehensive eating disorder practice in Salmon Arm. Gotell says she has discovered life is so much more than sitting at home alone and, while the hold is less powerful, she still struggles with food and needs to be mindful of her triggers. “I still have my moments… I’m not at the point of enjoying food, but I’m past the point of eating to stay out of hospital,” she says, noting that working through unresolved family issues was part of the process. “It’s not a fight anymore. I’m hopeful for the first time in a long time.”

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Celebrating community volunteers If you know someone whose volunteer efforts have made Salmon Arm a better place to live, work or play, now’s the time to shout it out. The Salmon Arm Observer is hosting the Community Leader Awards to recognize the invaluable contributions volunteers make to Salmon Arm’s quality of life, says publisher Rick Proznick. Nominations will be accepted from a selection committee comprised of representatives of various community groups and other members of the community. Nomination categories include: • Coach – Someone who makes a positive contribution to their sport, works hard to develop participants’ skills and confidence, and is a role model who inspires and encourages

high athletic achievement; • Mentor – Makes a positive contribution as a counsellor, teacher or educator, providing support or sponsorship;

Rick Proznick PUBLISHER • Courage – This person has risen above adversity or formidable challenges to become a success; • Above and Beyond – This person makes a positive contribution to the community through their work, going beyond the requirements

of their job; • Emergency Services – This person goes beyond the call of duty to deliver emergency services, often in potentially dangerous situations; • Service organization volunteer – A person who makes a positive contribution through one service organization, is held in high esteem and relied upon within the organization; • Volunteer – This individual makes a significant contribution to the community by volunteering for a number of causes; • Youth volunteer – A person who makes a positive contribution to area youth by providing direction, programs and/or support to ensure youth have positive experience; • Environmental volunteer – A champion

for the environment and environmentally friendly initiatives; • Community builder – This person has taken the initiative to engage others in a new or innovative project or event; • Leader of the year. Nominations close Wednesday, May 6 and

judging takes place on May 22. Nomination forms are available within the pages of this newspaper. An awards ceremony will be held on June 18, winners and those with honourable mention will be further honoured in a special supplement soon after.

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Donâ€™t make that visiting bear feel at home. This message comes from the BC Conservation Officer Service. Responding to word that black bears have been seen rambling around populated areas of Salmon Arm, conservation officer Tanner Beck out of the Vernon office provided suggestions. The first, which many people have heard, is not to leave food outside. He notes the conservation office has recently received reports of bears in local areas where people had left garbage outside. â€œHopefully people realize the bears are up now and they canâ€™t have anything foodrelated outside,â€? Beck says. â€œWe donâ€™t want to kill any bears, but we especially donâ€™t want to kill any bears because of peopleâ€™s mistakes.â€? Beck said, with the warm weather, bears have woken up and are out and about. Postings on the Internet of recent bear sitings around Salmon Arm have included the Village at 10th and 10th south of the Mall

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It gives new meaning to the term, “smelling like a brewery.” Except that, rest assured, there’s nothing but pleasant scents in Sandra Marr’s latest venture in soap making — Shuswap Suds. In the new line, all the soaps feature ingredients that incorporate locally brewed beers from The Barley Station and Crannog Ales. Instead of the water added to most soaps, Marr has replaced it with different varieties of beer and in some cases also adds the leftover grain mash from the brewing process. “No, it does not smell like alcohol,” laughs Marr, who assures clients they will not have problems at RCMP road checks because they use her beer soaps. What customers will

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Shuswap Suds: Sandra Marr stacks her new line of beer soap to cure. get is a product with some unique qualities. “I’ve noticed the beer soaps get better lather and beer contains hops, which has skin softening properties. It’s more than just a fun ingredient or a gimmick.” While one of the soaps is unscented and relies on the natural scent of honey and sweet roasted grain from the beer, others are scented with essential oils that complement the beer ingredient. For example, the

Barley Station’s Wit beer is flavoured with notes of orange and coriander, and so the soap’s scent reflects that. As well, the spent grain is added to some soaps to enhance the texture. The Shuswap Suds line of soaps will be ready to go on April 10. The Barley Station and Crannog Ales will each be selling their signature products and the line will be available at The Lake Effect on Hudson Avenue.

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Nomination Categories: • COACH Makes a positive contribution to their sport. Is exemplary in developing skills and confidence in participants. A role model who inspires and encourages high athletic achievement. • MENTOR Makes a positive contribution by being a true leader. An influential counselor, teacher or educator that provides support or sponsorship. Demonstrates a high level of ethics and professional standards, is an inspirational motivator, excellent communicator, good listener and a reliable resource to the community. • COURAGE This person has risen above adversity or formidable challenges to become a success. As a result, they have had a positive effect on the people around them. • ABOVE AND BEYOND This person makes a positive contribution to their community through their work. Someone who goes beyond the requirements of their job to support the community and make it a better place.

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Lighthouse shelter to begin seasonal shut-down By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

The doors of the Lighthouse Emergency Shelter will be closed come Wednesday, April 1. This is not an April Fools Day joke. The shelter’s last day of the cold season is usually March 31, explains Salvation Army community services manager Dave Byers, as it will be this year. The shelter opens in November and closes in March or April, depending on the weather. From the first day of April and on, the Salvation Army will be distributing tents and sleeping bags if people are in need of shelter. Byers said people are able to find spots for them.

“They seem to find places; I don’t know where they’re sleeping these days. We don’t recommend any particular place.” He said a lot of people will hang on

to the tents; some are transients so take them along to their next destination. “We do buy some tents and we have a few donated.” Byers said if people

are in need of emergency shelter they can drop by the food bank to get a sleeping bag and tent. Also, the Salvation Army can provide bus tickets to other loca-

tions, on the basis of need. Hours of the Salvation Army Food Bank, located at 441 Third Ave. just off the Trans-Canada Highway behind Safeway,

are: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon; and Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m. Weekdays the food bank doors open

at 8 a.m. so people can come in for coffee. Statistics for the number of people using the shelter during the cold weather were not available at press time.

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From land to water By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

This year, paddling will follow pedalling. Downtown Salmon Arm, in collaboration with Shuswap Rowing and Paddling, will be presenting Shuswap Paddle Month in June. Paddling Month will come on the heels of the established Shuswap Bike Month & Family Fun Ride in May. Downtown Salmon Arm’s Lindsay Wong and Roger Parenteau presented the plans to the March 9 meeting of council. Mayor Nancy Cooper expressed her approval, stating Paddle Month is a great addition which, along with Bike Month, promotes a healthy community. Parenteau noted there is talk of a mayor’s trike race during Bike Month. Other events planned include a Trans Rockies Single Track Bike Race in July, an AppleFest in September and SalmonFest in October.

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Soccer duo headed to Europe with EFS By Evan Buhler

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In a little under two months Rachel Bootsma and Julia Anderson will embark on the opportunity of a lifetime. The pair of Shuswap Youth Soccer Association players will be heading to Europe for two weeks in May with Saibo Talic and the U17 and U18 European Football School. “It’s a really great opportunity for these girls. This is the kind of thing they will remember for the rest of their lives,” said Kevin Harrison, SYSA executive director. Harrison coached the duo last year and refers to them as outstanding and hardworking athletes, who deserve the honour of being selected by Talic to play for EFS. The select squads were hand-picked by Talic himself over the past year. Talic has a wealth of knowledge, having played and coached at the professional club level in his native Bosnia and Herzegovina. “I have been coming to Salmon Arm the past four years and I saw Rachel and Julia’s potential to grow as players and people. They work hard, they have good skill and they both show social maturity and a good attitude,” said Talic. The UEFA (Union of European Football Association) B-licensed coach stresses the girls’ character was one of the most important factors in selecting them to the squad traveling to Europe. “It’s not just about soccer, it’s about life experience. Although the focus will be on soccer, in our off-time we will visit historical and cultural sights.” The two week trip will take the girls to the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. Along the way the team will feature in six matches and against top youth clubs, three in Germany, two in the Netherlands and one in Belgium. “I’m looking forward to the difference in

the way the game is played in Europe and each country,” said 16-year-old Anderson. Bootsma on the other hand is eager to immerse herself in the Dutch culture as she is of Dutch heritage. Both girls call the upcoming trip a dream. They share the same aspirations and hope to be recruited by a European university to play soccer overseas. This trip will be Talic’s 19th time taking a squad across the pond and, as a result, he takes it very seriously. For the past few months the girls have been making the trip to the Lower Mainland each weekend to train with the squad. The team is made up of girls from across the province. Talic and his crew of highly regarded coaches have been working with the team on tactics, set plays and technical skills, something he also teaches in his camps. “Julia and Rachel both show lots of physical strength and soccer intelligence, which will be very beneficial for the team,” said Talic. He explains that while North American players may be just as physically fit and strong as the Europeans, the biggest difference between the European and North American game is technical skill. Each of the 19 players on the squad will be guaranteed 25 minutes of action on the pitch in each match. Talic says if their form is good, they will be rewarded with more playing time. Before Talic heads overseas in May, he will take a group of U13 and U14 girls teams on a tour of California to play up to five matches. Making the trip to the Golden State from SYSA will be Angalena Cross, Lina Fankhauser and Hannah Tarzwell. Each year EFS alternates between taking

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Garrit Hickman soars through the air and does a somersault onto a foam mat during a spring break camp at Momentum Gymnastics on Monday, March 23. More than 20 kids filled the spring break gymnastics camp, where they learned the basics.

Marshall reaches podium Alysson Marshall sprinted to a silver medal and a third-place overall finish at nationals at Lappe Nordic near Thunder Bay last weekend. Marshall also placed 13th in the five-kilometre skate, 7th in the 10-km classic and 13th in the 30-km skate in the Open Women category.

Share your ideas for Larch Hills The public is welcome to come and discuss the future of the Larch Hills, in the form of the Larch Hills Nordic Society’s Strategic Plan. The plan will be discussed at the society’s meeting set for Tuesday, March 31, 7 p.m. in Room 1 of the SASCU Recreation Centre. All current and prospective members are welcome.

Spring goalie clinic The Shuswap Youth Soccer Association is offering a free goalie clinic for goalkeepers between ages nine and 18. The clinic will be instructed by Thompson Rivers University men’s soccer team goal keeper, Travis Froehlich. The clinic will run Tuesdays, March 31 and April 7, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., or from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Space is limited. To register, visit: http://shuswapsoccer. com/camps.php.

Silverbacks’ spring camp The Silverbacks will be hosting their annual spring evaluation camp from May 1 to 3. Those born between 1995-2000 are welcome to register and tryout for a spot on the ’Backs. Other junior teams will also be in attendance from the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. For more information, visit: http://www.sasilverbacks.com.

Bridge winners The results for Cedar Heights Duplicate Bridge Club for Wednesday, March 18 are: in first place, Dan Quilty and Michael Clayton; in second, Bob Clugston and Lori Nelson; and in third place Doug Stewart and Orville Cooper. Sunday Duplicate Club’s results for March 22 are as follows: North/South: in first place, Ona Bouchard and Carol Jeffery; in second, Carol McGregor and Peter Budda; in third place, Orville Cooper and Doug Stewart. East/West: in first, Dan Quilty and Gerry Chatelain; in second place, Yvonne and Gordon Campbell; in third, Joyce Jack and Judy Krupp. Have a sports event? Write to us at:

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Jenkins rink back on track By Evan Buhler

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After dropping their first two games of the 2015 Canadian Senior Curling Championships, Sandra Jenkins and her rink are back on track. The 2006 Winter Olympic bronze medalist followed up losses to Manitoba and Alberta with wins against Newfoundland and Labrador and Ontario. Lead Carol Murray, second Wendy Cseke, third Kate Horne, and skip Jenkins are third in pool B, behind Al-

berta and Manitoba, and will need a win against P.E.I. to secure a berth and move on to the championship round. The Salmon Arm skip followed up Sunday night’s win over Newfoundland with a dominating performance against Ontario’s Kathy Brown. Jenkins scored two with the hammer in the first end, then stole a single point in the second end. Another score of two in the fourth end and another steal of one in the fifth end put the

game at 6-1 for B.C. The teams traded two points in the next two frames, and the game conceded after seven ends, 8-3. Sunday’s match against Newfoundland was also conceded after seven ends. With the last stone in the opening end, Jenkins took a 1-0 lead before Laura Phillips answered with a point of her own. Heading into the middle frame, Jenkins led 2-1, but a poor end by B.C. led to Newfoundland tilting the ice in her rink’s favour,

opening up a 4-2 lead. Jenkins’ rink hit back in the next three ends, stealing points in the sixth and seventh ends en route to the 7-4 win. In the opening match against Manitoba, Jenkins and co. had to bow out in the sixth end after conceding three points in the first end and four points in the sixth. Facing Alberta’s Terri Loblaw in Edmonton, they were downed in seven ends by a score of 7-3. Prince Edward Island’s Shirley Berry

and her rink currently hold a 1-3 record and sit in last place in pool B heading into the last match before the knockout stages. B.C. has not hoisted the Canadian Senior Curling Championships since 2010 when Christine Jurgenson, from Kerry Park Curling Club in Mill Bay, won the title. On the men’s side of the draw, B.C.’s Wes Craig of Victoria holds a 3-1 record in a full house, tied for second with Manitoba and New Brunswick behind Ontario.

EFS camp draws large numbers Continued from A15 boys and girls on their soccer tours. Talic says he likes to use the California trip for the younger kids as a stepping stone for eventually making the trip to Europe. “My plan is for those kids that got to California to also go overseas

to play in Europe with EFS,” said Talic. Harrison says the trio will be exposed to a higher level of game play, which can only benefit the three when they return to the Shuswap. This past weekend, EFS and Talic were in town at the SASCU Memorial Sports Com-

plex for a five-day intensive camp. The clinic focused on a repetition of learning and perfecting the basic technical and tactical skills that form the base of great players. “The camp has been great. There was lots of skill, the kids were engaged, energetic, and

they showed a lot of passion. They had fun,” said Amar Talic, Saibo’s son, also a UEFA B-licensed coach. Blessed with sunny skies and warm temperatures, the indoor camp was able to practise outside on a few occasions. “The quality of coaching that Saibo

and EFS bring to Salmon Arm is unrivalled anywhere in B.C.,” says Harrison. That quality of coaching draws large numbers of players to each camp. More than 70 SYSA players registered for the spring camp, and more had to be turned away.

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Farewell to local institution Moving on: After 30 years, Chevy Sports owner closing up shop. By Evan Buhler OBSERvER STAFF

Spring brings change. And change is on the way for Kevin “Chevy” Cheveldave, and the hockey community in Salmon Arm. In April, Cheveldave will be closing and selling Chevy Sports, located in the Shaw Centre. “It’s difficult to come to grips with it, but it’s time for a change,” says Cheveldave. Chevy Sports has become an institution within the community, known as the “hockey shop” in town. Cheveldave’s father, Peter, purchased the Jock Shop 30 years ago on Alexander Street across from the Salmar Classic and turned their shop into a family affair and a labour of love. They sold everything from bikes to skis, to camping and fishing gear and everything in between. “This has been the biggest part of my life – it will be a culture shock not coming into work everyday.” Cheveldave fondly describes working along his father’s side for 18 years in the shop, which also moved to Lakeshore before finding a permanent home at the Shaw Centre for the past 16 years. Over the years, six of his nephews have also worked at the shop. “My mom still drives out at least two times a week from Sicamous and visits me at the shop, probably to clean up after me,” chuckles Cheveldave. “Chevy” stresses he will miss his loyal customers and those who work at the Shaw Centre. He adds the friendships formed over the years have been the best part of the job. Passing the store window during the height of the hockey season, you would be hard pressed not to find Cheveldave talking with a group of friends

before, after or between their kids’ games. “He’s the kind of guy who would always be there when ever you needed something or just wanted to talk. He is a avid listener and incredibly honest person,” says Kelly Moores, a friend of Cheveldave’s for 15 years. Chevy Sports has many second generation customers, something Moores attributes to Cheveldave’s character. “I’ve helped kids gear up – watched them grow up, and now I am gearing up their kids,” says Cheveldave. One such customer, Mike Lewis, makes it a habit to have Cheveldave sharpen his skates or his son’s skates when they are in town from Terrace for camps or tournaments. One thing that could always cheer up Cheveldave after a Boston Bruins loss is a child’s reaction to getting their first pair of skates, helmet or shin pads. “Chevy loved that part of his job, he would tell me many stories how cute the kid’s reaction was getting new equipment. I think he was just as ex-

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End of an era: Kevin “Chevy” Cheveldave sharpens a pair of skates in his shop, Chevy Sports. Cheveldave will sell his store after being in business for 30 years. cited as the kids,” says Moores. Cheveldave is also know for his coaching history with Salmon Arm Minor Hockey and various junior B clubs. “To me, Chevy is an outstanding minor hockey coach; we are lucky to have had his service…,” said Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association administrator Roy Sakaki with a broad smile. Sakaki describes Cheveldave as a tough but fair coach, who was respected by his players and always got the best out of his teams. Cheveldave led mul-

tiple minor hockey teams to provincial finals and took the Sicamous Eagles to the to the Mowat Cup finals in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. Sakaki says Cheveldave’s influence on the hockey community will be sorely missed, whether it is as a coach or the man behind the counter of Chevy Sports. “I am hopeful that someone will come in and pick up where Chevy left off, because he was great for all hockey in Salmon Arm,” says Sakaki. Cheveldave says he

is cautiously optimistic about the future, and he is not entirely sure what he will do after closing the shop. A farewell has been planed for Cheveldave and will be held at the SASCU rec centre on May 2. For more info, call Ellie Campbell at 250-253-5890.

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CSRD opts to fund geothermal heat, LED lights By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Energy efficiency is one of the features of the new Columbia Shuswap Regional District office due to open

this spring. Members of the board of directors voted unanimously to approve $211,206 from the All Electoral Areas Community Works Fund for a geothermal heating system and

high-efficiency LED lighting. Forty-three on-site geothermal wells that are 200 feet deep will provide the water that will produce heating and cooling within the

building – at a cost of $160,000. To reduce energy requirements for heating and cooling, heat pumps will capture energy and return it to the system within the building.

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Accomplished journalist, author, teacher, poet and poetry critic – Brian Brett is ready to lead participants on a wild ride through the world of literature at the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival. “I’ll go back to Gilgamesh, The IIliad and work my way around the world, and not just in poetry, there will be song,” he says with raspy-voiced enthusiasm. “We’ll explore the history of world literature.” Brett says he will also discuss modern prose and how many rules have emerged through oral history and how they don’t make sense on the page. “People are culturally conditioned by what we have,” Brett says, noting he plans to open participants to a whole genre of wonderful writing and different ways of looking at the world and writing. “Culture flows and when people see all these things, it opens their mind to what they are doing themselves,” he says. “It’s quite a wild and woolly ride.” And the same could be said for how Brett has lived his life – fiercely and unequivocally. Born in the Fraser Valley to a Cockney pedlar, he has vivid memories of viewing the world through the flapping canvas on the back of his father’s truck. Many trips were made to the B.C. Interior for potatoes that were then delivered on the Coast. “We went up and down to First Nations communities and he would park me at a reserve,” Brett says, noting his early fascination with the native culture, their sense of humour and storytelling tradition. Brett was born with Kallmann Syndrome, a genetic condition whose primary symptom is a failure to start puberty or a failure to fully complete it. “I had no male hormones until I was 20,” he says, pointing out being bullied was the hallmark of his school years. “I was so totally defiant; I grew my hair down to my ass and snuck into night clubs as a woman

to see Janis Joplin and a few other greats. I was a strange hippie.” Brett was awakened to possibilities by a First Nations high school teacher, who took his students beyond the bounds of the school curriculum. The Bella Bella native sparked Brett’s interest by introducing him to the writing of Rimbaud, the great 19th Century French poet. “I thought, ‘I can do something else; there had been no path for me beyond being a mutant teenager or teenage delinquent,” he says, noting he put his encyclopedic brain to the test and earned the highest history marks the school had ever seen in a matter of weeks, because he wanted to go to university. An impoverished student, Brett slept in Simon Fraser’s rotunda and spent his days in the school library soaking up information on other cultures and drawing inspiration from the works of Chinese and Persian poets. At the age of 22, Brett worked in the forestry industry, helping to log The pristine Queen Charlotte Islands, now known as Haida Gwaii. He recalls lying on the trunks of felled trees whose width at 18 feet were three times the length of his body. He also remembers how the province announced plans in the mid 1970s, to prevent logging near watercourses, two years before legislation was introduced. Forest industry reaction, was to get as much wood out of the forest by any method, including dynamite, he says. Seeing the destruction of what he considered his spiritual home finished logging for him. “I am still trying to write Clouds and Rain about my experience there,” he says. “I am terrified to go back because it

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was so magical for me.” Over the years, Brett has worked as a freelance journalist and critic, written his own column, inaugurated the B.C. Poetry-in-Schools program in 1974 and has taught and given workshops across Canada. “I’ve been teaching rap and performance singers the history of our world’s literature,” he adds, noting that, thanks to the Internet, he has been able

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honour and celebrate her life. So, in 1980, with $5,000 in Seed money from Manson’s family, the five created a fund to assist artists in their work. Since then, more than 60 local artists have benefited from the award. As they do every year, the trustees of the Marie Manson Memorial Arts Award again invite applications from artists of all genres. This award is intended for mid-career artists in all disciplines who reside in the Shuswap area. Funds may be used to support a specific project, travel or professional development opportunity. This year, the Marie Manson award has increased to $2,000 and

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arts centre. They can also be downloaded on the Internet at www. salmonarmartscentre. ca/apply. Return them to the Salmon Arm Arts Centre at 70 Hudson Ave. NE or mail them to Box 1181, Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4P3.

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Double bill ends series Okanagan College’s Contemporary Classics at the Classics” not-forprofit film series ends March 30 with a closing night double bill at the historic Salmar Classic. Wes Anderson’s family friendly, animated Fantastic Mr. Fox will screen at 5 p.m., followed by Terrence Malick’s The Tree of Life at 7:30. “One of the aims of the series this year has been to select a range of films that will appeal both to students and to the wider Salmon Arm film-going community, so it is fitting that the series ends with a night when we show two films that everyone in town can come down and enjoy regardless of their age” says Okanagan College film professor Tim Walters, who introduces each film in the series. “As we’ve been the beneficiary of generous support of the series from the college, the Salmar Community Association and the good folks at Pinz Tattoos, we are

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angry farmers. Featuring an all-star cast of voice actors (including George Clooney, Meryl Streep and Bill Murray) and the usual quirky Anderson style and humour, this is a fun, smart, fastmoving film that will be enjoyed by kids of all ages. Malick’s 2011 epic The Tree of Life, is a hugely ambitious and visually overwhelming film painted on a massive canvas, which rightly earned the most

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CLUES DOWN 1. Come into conflict 2. A collection of things wrapped together 3. Bath spatter 4. Gunsmoke actress Blake 5. Direct to a source 6. Cartoonist Capp 7. Somewhat blue 8. 40 weekday periods 9. El Dorado High School (abbr.) 11. Heartbeat 12. Brit. rutabaga 17. Angle (abbr.) 18. Said as a greeting or wish 19. Festivals 23. Rita ___, singer 24. Belonging to us 27. Skating jumps 28. Building at 175 5th Ave. 29. Parts per billion (abbr.) 30. Atomic mass unit 32. Old Spanish currency (abbr.) 33. Insistence on traditional correctness 34. PBS wildlife show 35. Measuring blocks 36. Don’t know when yet 37. Ancient city from which St. Paul first sailed 38. Breadwinner 39. Go to bed 40. Highest in degree or quality 42. Tossed, potato or waldorf 43. The trunk of a tree 49. Yes in Spanish

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The fiery Aries Sun activates your adventurous and ambitious side BUT slow down. You’re keen to get started on a project that excites you BUT don’t get carried away and go over budget. If you are creatively focused and financially frugal, you’ll get more bang for your buck. Saturn encourages you to back up enthusiastic ideas with tangible goals and a practical plan. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some Bulls are ready to express the self-indulgent hedonist within, while others get caught up in a dream or fantasy only to be brought back down to earth by financial considerations, or a well-meaning family member. With Venus vamping through your sign, if you turn the charm factor up a few notches then you’ll get what you want via the gentle art of persuasion. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are keen to connect with a wide range of people from a variety of places as you talk, text, tweet, post or publish. Many Geminis are natural writers and comedians (like Mike Myers, Joan Rivers, Hugh Laurie and Russell Brand) so start writing that blog, book, report or essay – or just amuse others with your witty observations and zingy one-liners! CANCER (June 21-July 22): Teamwork and networking will get you where you want to go but you must be realistic about what you - and other people - can bring to the table. Professional and/or financial opportunities are around but you must work out the perfect time. Plus avoid getting halfbaked financial information from a flaky friend. Look to a successful colleague for some astute business advice. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Lions appear to be confident creatures but, beneath the showy bravado, there often lies a sensitive soul full of self-doubt and fears. This week Saturn puts some steel in your spine, so you can face the world with a steady gaze and a strong, self-sufficient spirit. Plus, with Jupiter moving through your sign, it’s time to value and appreciate your own worth. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The more intently you focus your mind, the better the week will be as you power through paperwork. When it comes to a family matter, avoid quick fixes. Strive to be patient and persistent. Your eagle eye will spot flaws in other people’s work, but is it really up to you to bring it to their attention? Concentrate on individual projects - and your own mistakes.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Venus and Jupiter link up, which boosts your hedonistic side as you enjoy things like good food, fine wine, flowers, chocolates, and shopping. Styleconscious Librans are the fashionistas of the zodiac, and you love to shop up a storm. So your motto for the moment is from Sarah Jessica Parker (born on March 25) “I like my money right where I can see it - hanging in my closet.” SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Just because things aren’t happening as quickly as you’d like doesn’t mean you’re not making progress. A disciplined and strategic approach leads to long-term benefits. Attached Scorpios are encouraged to rev up the romance factor. Singles - you won’t meet your soul mate if you’re mooching around at home. So find creative ways to connect, circulate, socialise and advertise. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): While it’s a wonderful week to start projects, make sure your promises and good intentions can last the distance. You’re also keen to assist someone in need but don’t offer more help (or money) than you can deliver. The positive side of Saturn transiting your sign is that it helps you define your capabilities and be realistic about how much you can actually do. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Many serious and ambitious Goats get their rocks off by climbing the career mountain until they reach the summit of success, accolades and riches. But the danger is that you sacrifice joy and spontaneity along the way. This week the fiery Sun puts a pep in your step and a smile on your dial, as you relish living in the moment. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Are you in a hurry to travel, or to achieve a major goal or dream? Circumstances are changing quickly so don’t make any firm plans yet. It’s a super week to spruce up your domestic abode and entertain at home, as you enjoy fine food and company. When dealing with a fractious family member, you’ll find a little sugarcoating helps convey your message in a more positive way. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your flirtatious side and your powers of persuasion are firing, so it’s a wonderful week to pitch an idea or ask for a favour. There is also much satisfaction to be gained via contributing your creative talents within your local community. Spending sprees are a danger though, as your wish list dwarfs your current bank balance. Live within your means and avoid using credit.

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Grandma & Grandpa Kaufman, Mom, Dad, Nathaniel, Graham, Uncles Darren, Brandon & Blair, Aunties Char & Jaclyn.

Kim Ingenthron Licensed Funeral Director

FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD. 4060-1st Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, 833-1129 www.ﬁschersfuneralservices.com Serving Kamloops to Golden Toll Free 1-888-816-1117

SCHAAFSMA, DOUWE Douwe Schaafsma died suddenly of a cardiac arrest during the dinner hour of Friday, March 13, 2015 at the age of 65 years. Born in Holland, The Netherlands, on April 16, 1949. His family immigrated to Canada in 1953, settling in Salmon Arm in 1955. Douwe lived his life around dairy farming, well known for his dedication and hard work, which included hauling cattle around the Province. Douwe was always willing to give a lending hand to those in need. Predeceased by his parents, Hank and Barbara; sisters, Mitze and Jitske, brother, Renzo, and step son, Jeffery Barnes. He is survived by his wife, Janice; 4 children, Lee (Annalise), Maria (Chad), Marvin (Matti), and Glen; 3 step children, Tannis (Keith), Warren and Lorne; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A Celebration of life service will be held from the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home on Wednesday morning, April 1st at 11 a.m. with Jack Bowers the Funeral Celebrant. A reception will follow in the Mountainside room at Bowers. On line condolences may be sent to Douwe’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

COOPER, JESYKJA-ROSE MAGENTA 1993 - 2015 Jesykja-Rose Magenta Cooper, a mother, partner, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend, died at home in Canoe, BC on March 14, 2015 at the age of 21. Jesykja is survived by her beautiful 4 year old daughter, Sunni Rose Cooper (Ducharme); her partner, Steve Beers; her parents, Rae and Tor Cooper; her grandparents, Paul & Sherry Lundholm; siblings Bari (Mike) Leonard, Jennifer Cooper-Lamb (Matt) of Kimberly, BC, Scott (Tessa) of Edson, AB, and Rory Blair (Lauren) of Kamloops, BC as well as a special mention of her friend of many years and the father of her daughter, Darcy Ducharme of Salmon Arm, BC. Jes had many aunts and uncles, cousins and in-laws, nieces and nephews, friends and acquaintances. She especially loved her siblings’ children Dylan, Leland & Emily Cooper, Colton & Blair Leonard, Hawk & Wolf Cooper-Lamb, and Maycee Ducharme. Jesykja was born in Salmon Arm on November 29, 1993. The youngest of five, Jesykja brought an energy and spark to her busy family. She grew up a child of the mountains; athletic and bold, never happier than at the top of the tallest tree or swimming in a glacier- fed lake. She was equally at home running with horses or riding on a motorcycle with her Dad. Jesykja was a loving and loyal woman. In 2010 she gave birth to her beautiful daughter Sunni who was her “Ray of Sunshine”. She enjoyed singing and song-writing, travel and home. She especially loved to travel with Steve and had aspirations to visit all corners of the globe. She loved animals and spent many hours with her and Steve’s Rottweiler Khuda and her cat “Cardi”. Jesykja was the kind of person who always remembered to call for birthdays and holidays and sometimes, just because she could. She was a dreamer with many goals and ambitions. She was not afraid to try new things or meet new people. Jesykja was blessed with an open heart and was never quick to judge others but instead embraced the opportunity to learn something new. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. A memorial service is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on March 28 at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 – 6th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity will be welcomed with gratitude; either a charity of your choice or to the charities that touched her heart and life, Salmon Arm Rescue Unit – Attention: Tim Alstead or the Southern Interior Rotary Lodge – owned and operated by the Canadian Cancer Society, BC Yukon Division, Kelowna BC. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium, Salmon Arm, (250) 8331129. Email condolences and share memories of Jes through her obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices. com.

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Caretakers/ Residential Managers

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Education/Trade Schools

The Shuswap Trail Alliance is Hiring!

Off-Site Caretaker/Cleaner

Required for Vacation Rental home nr. Sicamous on Hwy 97A. Duties: Cleaning and restocking btwn rentals, laundry, property inventory, monitor maintenance / repairs (No outside work). Approx. 5 hours per clean. Negotiable $30+/hr or per clean ﬂat rate. References required. Please call (1) 403-934-1044 or e-mail jduncan@ duncanventures.ca

Hard-working and motivated Trail Crew required for the 2015 trail development and maintenance season. Please refer to job posting located online at www.shuswaptrails.com for more information and application instructions. Deadline is April 2, 2015

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Columbia Shuswap Regional District Summer Student Employment Program (3 Positions Available) The CSRD is now accepting applications for summer student positions to assist the Development Services, the Operations Management Services, and Corporate Administration Services staff on special projects. THE POSITIONS: Development Services Student will: • Analyse and interpret property data (land use, building type etc.) and review existing zoning bylaws and Official Community Plans that will be used in the creation of new zoning bylaws in the Shuswap area of the CSRD; • Conduct land use verification in the field as required; and • Assist Development Services staff with public open houses. Operations Management Student will: • Interact with the public and commercial waste haulers to promote CSRD waste reduction initiatives. • Manage the poplar tree plantation and the irrigation system; • Prepare an end term report documenting tree growth rates, irrigation rates and leachate uptake. Administrative Clerk Student will: • Assist with reception, clerical support and centralized public information services to all departments with the primary function being reception. • Work on special projects as assigned. Duration of Positions: • Early May to late August 2015 For more information about these positions visit our website at www.csrd.bc.ca To apply, send your resume and cover letter, indicating the position you have applied for, no later than 4:00 PM (PST) on April 7, 2015 to: Emily Johnson, Executive Assistant Columbia Shuswap Regional District 781 Marine Park Drive NE Box 978 SALMON ARM, BC, V1E 4P1 Telephone: (250) 833-5922 Fax: (250) 832-9774 E-mail: ejohnson@csrd.bc.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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QT- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning School District No. 83 invites applications for the following position QUALIFIED TRADES PERSON – HVAC; this is a temporary position. Job Summary: Provide mechanical services in the areas of maintenance and renovation to physical plant equipment and facility systems as they relate to ventilation, heating and air conditioning. For further information on how to apply for this position, please visit the www.makeafuture.ca for a detailed job description. The deadline for application is Friday, April 10, 2015. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment

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Help Wanted

LOOKING for a qualified Loader operator. Town job Sicamous area. Must have experience with a clam and loading old and second growth timber. Min. 3yrs exp. Please email resume westwaylogging@shaw.ca

North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire Lumber Pilers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-8389637

LOOKING for barber in busy Chase Barber Shop for holiday relief and on call. Call (250)679-1158 LOOKING for experienced Log truck driver with experience hauling long logs. Fulltime employment with benefits Sicamous area. Only experienced drivers need apply min. 3yrs. Please email resume and driver abstract to westwaylogging@shaw.ca

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NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED

King’s Christian School is seeking applicants for a part-time Development Coordinator beginning August 2015. Deadline for submissions is Friday,April 10, 2015. Interested individuals please send a resume, cover letter, references and statement of faith to: King’s Christian School 350B 30 St NE Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1J2 info@kingschristianschool.com

To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -20th St SE Across Hillcrest School 54pp -20th St/20th Ave. SE 54 pp CHASE -Brook Dr./Leighton 95 pp -Whispering Pines/Okanagan Ave.74 pp Call Valerie 250-832-2131

Help Wanted

PRODUCE CLERK – FULL TIME

Our Salmon Arm – Uptown Produce requires experienced staff for 2 full tim positions. These positions offer competitive wages with a comprehensive benefits and pension plan package. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team, we want to hear from you. Please apply in person to; Mike Medwid, Produce Manager or George Green, Store Manager – Uptown Store or apply by email to mike@askewsfoods.com

This is a beauty career that is more than skin deep. Drive cosmetics sales through unbiased advice on products and consult with customers in your community. Are you an individual who: • has a natural eye for inner and outer beauty? • wants to provide service and advice that is friendly, unbiased and unparalleled? • has an entrepreneurial spirit and consultative sales approach? • is personable and outgoing and likes to make people feel better about themselves? If so, then a sales career with one of the leading beauty and cosmetics destinations in Canada may be for you. You will be selling the top cosmetics brands in North America and the world, with access to extensive training in cosmetic product knowledge to ensure your success and you will have the chance to become a local beauty expert in your store and community. Proven consultative skills to provide information, advice and guidance to customers on beauty products and promotion. Good knowledge of various beauty products and services available. Excellent makeup and cosmetic application knowledge (through experience or makeup artistry). This is a part time position but will lead to a full time term position for the right candidate. Apply in person with resume or email: fsdm248@shoppersdrugmart.ca

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Salmon Arm Ready Mix Ltd. has an immediate opening for Dispatcher & Concrete Batch person ◆Successful applicants must have excellent organizational skills and able to work unsupervised in a fast paced environment. ◆Duties include organizing truck fleet, batching of ready mix concrete with computer batch system and scheduling orders. Typical 40-45hr week @ $21.00-25.00/hr plus extended health benefits. ◆This position offers secure long term employment in a comfortable work environment. ◆Applicant will be trained in use of batch system. ◆Experience in ready mix concrete, construction and truck experience considered an asset. Please drop off resume at Salmon Arm Office: 2851-13 Avenue SW or email: sales@sarm.bc.ca “Seasonal Part time” Employment, Kaloya Contracting is looking for someone to service and maintain Enderby Cliffs (2 days per week April 3 Oct 30) and Mara Provincial Park (3 days per week May 1- June 19, then 5-7 days per week June 19-Sept 7, 3 days per week Sept 7-Sept 27). Variety of duties include pit toilet cleaning and maintenance, grounds keeping, garbage removal etc. Daily hours will vary depending on maintenance requirements” Job Applications can be found on our website: www.campokanagan.com Email applications to info@campokanagan.com or Fax to 250-548-0047

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National Gold winner for Independent Grocer of the Year is looking for passionate people to join our winning team. Opportunities include roles in our produce, deli, meat and grocery departments as well as cashiers. As a member of our team you can expect: • A friendly, fast paced working environment. • A great group of team members to work with. • Opportunities to gain knowledge and grow with the company. • Company benefits package. • Top wages for the right people. Apply in person with resume or email; storemanagerbbvg@telus.net. Att: Doug

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Work Wanted CERTIFIED loader opt 5 yrs exp. grapple or bucket c/w 7 safety tickets incl. First Aid. Salmon arm - Vernon area or Camp job. (250)351-4511 leave a message

Visit our website at www.csrd.bc.ca 250-832-8194 Toll Free 1-888-248-2773

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Serving and caring for families in our community since 1947. Whether you’re considering pre-planning or have lost a loved one, you can trust our professional and friendly team to support you with meaningful grief services. We provide individualized funeral, memorial and celebration of life services, as well as grief counselling and an aftercare program. For more information and the answers to many frequently asked questions, visit us online at: Dave Wallensteen, Funeral Director

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Real Estate

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Misc. for Sale

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FOUR PERSON hot tub. Good cond. $1200 obo. 250-8336458 or 250-836-2813.

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Excavating & Drainage Artisan Excavating You need your driveway fixed call the expert (250)833-2225

Garden & Lawn K&P Landscape Maintenance is now booking the following services: Lawn cutting, Aeration, Power raking, Organic fertilizer, Clean up, Pruning, Hedges, Irrigation repair. Call Trevor 250-833-0314 email: kpland@telus.net Steven’s Lawncare mowing, thatching, raking, eaves troughs, dump runs, rototilling (250)832-9668

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

Landscaping HOOK Tender avail. part time for tree limbing/topping & some removal (250)253-7702

Misc Services

Home & Yard

•Renovation •Repair •Maintenance

•Fencing •Decks •Patios

250-253-4663

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay

John Deere #140 ride-on-lawn mower, hydrostatic drive, c/w rototiller & completely rebuilt 39” mower deck, 3 hydraulic levers, independent brakes, new seat & steering wheel $1800.obo must be seen ALSO misc. shop equipment, testers, pullers, bars, air tools etc. (250)832-4270

Nice lot backing onto park. Paved driveway

Misc. Wanted

March Special

LOOKING for free or cheap clay pots. Can be whole or broken (250)833-9537 Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local

Garage Sales MOVING sale-2479 Marine Pl Blind Bay. View anytime. Oak bedrm suite, solid oak dining room suite with 6 cane back chairs, hutch/buffet, maple kit. tbl & 5 chairs, other furn. as well. MULTI-FAMILY, variety of items. Sat. Mar. 28, 9am-2pm. 2293 Lakeview Dr., Blind Bay

Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584.

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PURCHASING scrap gold & old Canadian & American coin collections. 250-548-3670 WANTED: Real wood armoire/wardrobe, ideally with shelving and/or drawers within (250)832-6765

Mortgages TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

FREE Scrap metal removal or drop off. Pick - up or delivery. 250-804-5277

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condos for Sale

1/Bdrm across from City Hall. Adults, N/S, No pets. Ref’s required. $710/mo. Call 250-833-0420 after 6pm. 1BDRM. balcony apt. downtown f/s & hot water incl., NP, NS, $750/mo.(1-855)852-5660

Business for Sale

2 bd apt near dntwn Salmon Arm, n/s, util.& w/d, Sat TV included $865. 604-835-4111

COIN-OP BUSINESS FOR SALE. Pool tables, juke boxes, digital music systems, & various games. All coin operated All on Locations Revenue producing Okanagan & Area. Serious Inquires only waitingtretire@gmail.com Asking $55,000.00

CONDO in Sal Arm. 2 bed, patio, quiet tenant a must. Ref. req’s. $1100. incl. util., DD Avail. May 1 (250)804-0055

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BRIGHT 2 BDRM. suite in town, avail April 1st in quiet seniors oriented bldg. Balcony, A/C. Hot water and heat incl. $800/mo. 250-832-5858.

Commercial/ Industrial 170SQFT. room available immediately for esthetics or spa services located by established Hair Salon in Sorrento $350 + triple net a month. Call Ken (250)517-0003 SICAMOUS: Commercial bay, 1300sqft., overhead door, office, TCH frontage, $863/mo. (250)804-8806

for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca

Excavating & Drainage

Housesitting LOOKING to rent or house sit, quiet gentleman, ref’s avail., (250)517-7429

Excavating & Drainage

DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years. • Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools

www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2

250-832-0707

Financial Services

RV Pads

Suites, Lower

Cars - Domestic

LARGE Seasonal RV lot for rent at Shuswap Falls RV Resort Seasonal rate $2,700 from April 15th to Oct 15th, 2015. Price includes Water, Sewer, Power, Fire Pit, Picnic Table, Clean Shale Pad and Driveway. For more info http://www.shuswapfallsrvresort.com or see my ad at kijiji.ca BC Vacation rentals. Call Dave 403-703-9066 or reply via email:dstosky@telus.net Lot is also available to purchase @$89,900.

BRIGHT, lakeview, newly renovated 1 bedroom above ground walk out suite in Hillcrest, NS, NP $850/mo. heat & electricity incl. (250)832-6765 LARGE 1bdrm., avail immed., 1 tenant only, NS, NP, $800/mo. util incl., (250)8328168 or (250)517-9285

2004 KIA SORENTO. AWD, AC, silver, $6,000. Call 250833-1115 or 250-463-2484.

DOWNTOWN SA, 1bdrm suite, NS, refs req. $600/mo. util. incl., avail. now (250)6798863 (250)463-3313

Rooms for Rent CANOE. Good location. Walk beach/golf, $650. mth. util incl. NS, NP. Avail. Mar. 9. (250)803-3195 weekends only LARGE private bright room, own half bath, near bus, own fridge/microwave, newer home, no drugs/parties, wifi/tv. $450/mo. (250)253-3715

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Garden Transportation & Lawn

Garden & Lawn

Monday to Friday

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Farm Services

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE LTD.

• Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

250-838-0111 or 1-855-737-0110

Home Improvements

CARPENTER/HANDYMAN Available

Grumpy Old Man • Building Projects • Home Improvements • Repairs, Renovations • Too many years experience fixing old houses • Local References

Misc. for Sale

Boats

Pets

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Home Improvements

NEW Bobcat/Car hauler $3,300 O.B.O. (250)804-3195

WANTED: 10’ or 12’ aluminum fishing boat. Phone: (250)517-8087

All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs

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Want to Rent

Utility Trailers

1BDRM suite close to Uptown Askews & high school incl. util, internet & tv, $700/mo., NS (250)833-2051

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Suites, Upper 3BDRM. 1bath, top floor house in town, shared laundry, NS, $1350/mo. util incl., avail May 1st (250)833-8637

2010 FORD ESCAPE XLT AWD V6. Remote start, trailer hitch, air, cruise, all weather floor mats, 2 sets Michelin tires on rims, 93,500 kms. Asking $15,900. Call 250-8322533.

PROFESSIONAL FAMILY looking for house to rent in Salmon Arm area ASAP. Pets, active in community, Non smokers. Pet deposit okay. Call Scott 250-407-0440.

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Rentals

Homes for Rent

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Real Estate 2 bdrm condo (Salmon Arm) ground floor unit, private patio, all appliciances included. $119,900 Century 21 lifestyle. (250)833-5153

Rentals

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Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976. www.tekamar.ca

(250)832-8766

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Out on the Town

MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our ofﬁce, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26

auction. Admission is by donation.

HIDDEN GEMS BOOKSTORE – Bernie Spring, from

FIRST UNITED CHURCH LENTEN SERIES – presents

Spirituality and the Environment with Anne Morris, who discusses the question of the human role in establishing God’s kingdom, at 7 p.m. at the church, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Everyone is welcome.

Antiquarius.com, will conduct a free Book and Ephemera Appraisal at Hidden Gems Bookstore, 331 Alexander St. NE from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – presents Lilting, a film about a

Chinese mother and her son’s partner who try to share their misery over his death, at 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

OKANAGAN COLLEGE – presents a live screening of an

Aboriginal and Education presentation that features Gabrielle Scrimshaw, co-founder of the Aboriginal Professional Association of Canada, from 1 to 2:30 in the Gathering Place of the Salmon Arm Campus. The public is welcome to attend.

MONDAY, MARCH 30 OKANAGAN COLLEGE’S CONTEMPORARY CLASSICS AT THE CLASSIC – Closing night double bill: Wes Anderson’s

THE JAZZ CLUB – presents the Gareth Seyes Trio,

INSULIN PUMPERS – All persons

presently using an insulin pump or considering the purchase of an insulin pump are welcome to attend this support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the community room of Uptown Askew’s. For more information, call Nel Peach at 250-832-9735.

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SHUSWAP LAKE HEALTH CARE AUXILIARY – Two-day garage,

bake and book sale takes place from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Mall at Piccadilly. Donations of furniture, household items, toys and books gratefully accepted. Drop off donations at the mall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 21 to 26 and March 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 250-833-1881.

SHUSWAP COFFEEHOUSE – takes place at 7 p.m. at the

Downtown Activity Centre, all ages, door prizes, admission is $3. Call 250-804-8080 for info.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 YEAR OF THE SHEEP FLEECE & FIBRE FESTIVAL – Enjoy a

day at Harmonious Homestead and Ewe, 5421 70th St. SW. Grass-fed roast lamb on a bun for lunch will be available at the “Flocks Through” from noon to 2 p.m. in honour of the Chinese Year of the Sheep. Admission is free.

SWING INTO SPRING FUNDRAISER DANCE – to benefit the

Singing Cross Easter Cantata on Friday and Saturday, April 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 3160 10th Ave. SE. Admission is free. Call 250-832-3121 for information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 THE MALL AT PICCADILLY – holds the annual Easter Spring

Fling from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring an Easter children’s activity in the morning and an Easter Bonnet contest and spring fashion event in the afternoon.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

Reaching Out Multiple Sclerosis Society that supports local residents with MS from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre, 170 Fifth Ave. SE, entertainment by the Barn Catz, door prizes and silent

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Ceilidh, with music and food, at the Wicked Spoon, 200 Trans-Canada Hwy. A 6 p.m. buffet dinner will be followed by entertainment by Rough Pearl, formerly known as the Cats and the Fiddle and Circle of Friends. A fundraiser for the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival, there will be a silent auction, 50/50 draw and games. Get tickets at the Wicked Spoon or Hidden Gems Bookstore. For more info, visit wordonthelakefestivalofwriters.com.

FIVE CORNERS CHURCH – presents Ascend to Heaven, The

THE JAZZ CLUB OF SALMON ARM PRESENTS –

Tunnel Six, an international collaboration of musical storytellers on their fifth tour of the US and Canada. Their new program of original compositions will showcase the band’s collective vision, as this year’s theme of journeys, spaces and stories” continues the group’s evolution, at 7 p.m. at Shuswap Chefs Restaurant, 551 TransCanada Highway. Doors open at 6, tapas are available.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 SHUSWAP ASSOCIATION OF WRITERS – presents a Celtic

at Piccadilly.

380 Alexander Street NE Salmon Arm P. 250.832.8040

with Seyes on trombone, Bill Lockie on bass and Jordan Dick on guitar, at 7 p.m. in the banquet room of Shuswap Chefs Restaurant, 551 Trans-Canada Hwy. Doors open at 6:30. Tapas are available. Admission is by donation.

GOODS – The next sale will be held May 1 at The Mall

THE VOICE OF THE SHUSWAP – in partnership

with Aspiral Youth Partners presents Alberta’s Scott Cook and his band the Long Weekends in a fundraising concert to support the Downtown Activity Centre and community radio station CKVS 93.7 FM. Doors open at 7 p.m. and only 50 tickets will be sold for each show.

KAMLOOPS SYMPHONY – presents Jeffrey Ryan’s Brazen – Concerto for Saxophone. The programme also features Tchaikovsky’s Capriccio Italien and Symphony #4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre. SATURDAY, APRIL 11 – Kelly and Blu

The Fantastic Mr. Fox runs at 5 p.m. and Terrence Malick’s The Tree of Life is at 7:30. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 SHUSWAP FILM SOCIETY – Merchants of Doubt is a

documentary about pundits for hire who pose as scientific authorities to speak about current topics such as climate change, at 7:30 p.m. at the Salmar Classic.

THURSDAY, APRIL 2 FIRST UNITED CHURCH LENTEN SERIES – presents

Spirituality and First Nations with Craig Duck Chief, at 7 p.m. at the church, 450 Okanagan Ave. SE. Duck Chief is from Alberta’s Siksika band. He specializes in using technology to communicate traditional cultural values and practices. Everyone is welcome.

LITTLE MOUNTAIN BIBLE CHAPEL –presents It is Finished, an

Easter cantata at 7 p.m. at 3481 10th Ave. SE. Everyone is invited.

POOR TRAITS – Vancouver-based female rock group

performs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wicked Spoon Tap & Grill.

FRIDAY, APRIL 3

GRANDMOTHERS TO GRANDMOTHERS CELL SALE OF KNITTED

CAN

Hopkins are the feature act at 9 p.m. and will release their new CD, Home Fires, at a Coffee House at Sunnybrae Hall. Open mike starts at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available. Admission is $ 2.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12 SENIORS’ FIFTH AVENUE CENTRE – serves a pancake

breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 AUTHOR TANIA MILLEN – will introduce her new book, Pack

Em Up, Ride Em Out, with a slideshow and talk about planning and preparing for trail riding in B.C. and Alberta from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Buckerfields.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 SENIORS’ FIFTH AVENUE CENTRE – Come and dance with

the Jammers at 7 p.m. at 170 Fifth Ave. SE. Call 250832-1065 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for info.

ONGOING… HEALTHIEST BABIES POSSIBLE PROGRAM FOR APRIL –

Tuesday, April 7 – public health immunizations; April 14 – infant development; April 21 – movie at the Salmar Grand; April 28 – herb planting with a dietitian. The program runs Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the basement of Crossroads Church, 121 Shuswap St. SW. Door prizes and lunch provided. For more information, call Trish Johnson at 250-832-2170 Ext. 205.

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