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Home Owners helping home owners Open 8:30-6, Sun 10-4 Open 7-5:30, Sun 10-4 Breaking news at nelsonstar.com N EL SON S TAR Vintage cars pulling into Nelson Saturday See Page 2 Outdoor skatepark fundraising kicks in See Page 3 Council takes action on bear issue With conflicts mounting in recent years, politicians introduce bylaw aimed at punishing those who refuse to deal with attractants that lure bears into city Joanne Siderius is looking forward to hav- ing more firepower. e local Bear Aware coordinator says a new wildlife and waste man- agement bylaw is a “head’s up” for residents who are sloppy with their garbage. “It’s like, okay, the city’s serious about this,” a jubilant Siderius told local media aſter council gave the bylaw its first three readings Monday. “e message is the same: manage attrac- tants. But now there is a tool... now the city and its enforcement agencies have a means of dealing with people.” Under the new by- law, garbage can only be placed at the curb be- tween 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. on the day of collection. If it’s stored outside in the interim, it has to be in a bear-resistant container or secure building. e bylaw also pro- hibits feeding wildlife or feeding “other ani- mals in a manner that is likely to attract wildlife,” restricts bird feeder use during bear season, re- quires fruit tree owners to pick up and dispose of fallen produce and bar- becue users to keep their equipment clean and free of residual food. “Now if someone is causing a problem in their neighbourhood, leaving garbage in a place where bears can get it, there is a way to deal with people,” Joy... But Mostly Pain Aſter Game 7 Bob Hall photo Wednesday night was a hockey fan’s dream: Game 7 with the greatest trophy in professional sport on the line. For locals who packed downtown bars and pubs it was a night of great expecta- tions. In the end it was the sparse number of Bruins fans (above at Mike’s Place at the Hume) who celebrated while Canucks fans (right at Finley’s) cried in their beer. For local reaction to the post game riots, see stories on pages 8-9. Andrea Klassen photo ANDREA KLASSEN Nelson Star Reporter Story continues to ‘Mayor’ on Page 9 “I think it’s going to be impossible to enforce.” Bob Adams City Councillor Nelson 250-505-2101 Castlegar 250-365-2111 Nakusp 250-358-2347 QUALITY GOLF QUALITY GOLF EQUIPMENT 250.352.1157 Tuesday - Saturday: 9:00 - 4:00 Tuesday - Saturday: 9:00 - 4:00 601-D Front St. Emporium 601-D Front St. Emporium 2 25 50 0 3 35 52 2 1 11 15 57 7 2 25 50 0 3 35 52 2 1 1 11 15 57 7 Lessons • Retail Custom • Repairs Custom • Repairs EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT L L L L L L L L L L L Le e e e es s ss s so o on n ns • Retail L L L L L L L L L L Le e e e es s ss s so o on n ns Retail L L L L L R il L L L L L R il Step up your game! Step up your game! Announcing Toenail Tuesdays! $5 nail trims Proceeds to the SPCA 250-352-2999 [email protected] www.selkirkvet.com SELKIRK VETERINARY HOSPITAL People Caring for Pets 280 Baker Street Nelson BC (250) 354-4089 [email protected] www.valhallapathrealty.com

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Page 1: Friday, June 17, 2011

Home Owners helping home ownersOpen 8:30-6, Sun 10-4 Open 7-5:30, Sun 10-4

B r e a k i n g n e w s a t n e l s o n s t a r . c o mNELSON STARVintage cars pulling

into Nelson SaturdaySee Page 2

Outdoor skatepark fundraising kicks inSee Page 3

Council takes action

on bear issue With conflicts mounting in recent years,

politicians introduce bylaw aimed at punishing those who refuse to deal with

attractants that lure bears into city

Joanne Siderius is looking forward to hav-ing more firepower.

The local Bear Aware coordinator says a new wildlife and waste man-agement bylaw is a “head’s up” for residents who are sloppy with their garbage.

“It’s like, okay, the city’s serious about this,” a jubilant Siderius told local media after council gave the bylaw its first three readings Monday.

“The message is the same: manage attrac-tants. But now there is a tool... now the city and its enforcement agencies

have a means of dealing with people.”

Under the new by-law, garbage can only be placed at the curb be-tween 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. on the day of collection. If it’s stored outside in the interim, it has to be in a bear-resistant container or secure building.

The bylaw also pro-hibits feeding wildlife or feeding “other ani-mals in a manner that is likely to attract wildlife,” restricts bird feeder use during bear season, re-quires fruit tree owners to pick up and dispose of fallen produce and bar-becue users to keep their equipment clean and free of residual food.

“Now if someone is causing a problem in their neighbourhood, leaving garbage in a place where bears can get it, there is a way to deal with people,”

Joy... But Mostly Pain

After Game 7

Bob Hall photo

Wednesday night was a hockey fan’s dream: Game 7 with the greatest trophy in professional sport on

the line. For locals who packed downtown

bars and pubs it was a night of great expecta-tions. In the end it was

the sparse number of Bruins fans (above at Mike’s Place at the

Hume) who celebrated while Canucks fans

(right at Finley’s) cried in their beer. For local reaction to the post

game riots, see stories on pages 8-9.

Andrea Klassen photo

ANDREA KLASSENNelson Star Reporter

Story continues to ‘Mayor’ on Page 9

“I think it’s going to be impossible

to enforce.”Bob Adams

City Councillor

Nelson250-505-2101Castlegar

250-365-2111Nakusp

250-358-2347

QUALITY GOLFQUALITY GOLFEQUIPMENT

250.352.1157Tuesday - Saturday: 9:00 - 4:00Tuesday - Saturday: 9:00 - 4:00601-D Front St. Emporium601-D Front St. Emporium

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Lessons • RetailCustom • RepairsCustom • Repairs

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT

LLLLLLLLLLLLeeeeessssssooonnns • RetailLLLLLLLLLLLeeeeessssssooonnns • RetailLLLLL R ilLLLLL R ilStep up your game!Step up your game!

Announcing Toenail Tuesdays!

$5 nail trimsProceeds to the SPCA

[email protected]

SELKIRK VETERINARY HOSPITAL

People Caring for Pets

280 Baker StreetNelson BC

(250)354-4089

[email protected]

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NewsKootenay Lake Vintage Car Club Annual Show and Shine

Vintage cars rumble onto BakerWhen Linda and Ed Gal-

loway came to Nelson to look at property in 2003, it happened to be the weekend of the Kootenay Lake Vin-tage Car Club’s annual show and shine.

Knowing they would be moving here, they got the president’s business card and joined the club soon after re-locating to the North Shore.

Now on the executive, Linda helps organize the show, which is in its 21st year and is the club’s main event.

“It’s fun. We like to show the cars off and get the public interested in them,” she says.

Up to 50 vehicles are ex-pected from around the re-gion tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the east end of Baker Street. There’s also a silent auction, balloon dart toss, and barbecue.

The theme is “Cruisin’ the ‘50s,” so expect early rock ‘n’ roll and doo-wop tunes blar-ing down Baker, although the cars themselves span a much wider era.

For example, the Gallo-ways own a 1927 Model T they bought at auction while living in the Lower Main-land. It came from the estate of Cap Hobbis, of the Cap’s Bicycles chain, who amassed a fleet of vintage cars.

“There were three build-ings full of stuff and we just went to look,” Linda says. “He had 23 cars. We weren’t there to buy a car — we were

looking at an old gas heater.”However, a dealer outbid

them, and the auction moved on to the cars. The Model T was first on the block.

“Everyone was confused. Nobody knew which car was up, except us. Ed looked at me and I said ‘Go ahead.’ We got it for a good price.”

The two-door sedan is a survivor, she says. It has never been restored.

To get into the back seat, you have to flip the passen-ger seat forward.

“There is a 100-pound gunnysack over the back of that seat that has been stitched on. The fabric must

have worn out, and that’s what they used to fix it. It’s a fun little car.”

Unfortunately, it won’t be there this weekend — de-spite helping organize the event, Linda and her hus-band will be out of town — but even older vehicles may be on hand.

“One of our members has a 1905 Orient, which is re-ally interesting, because so much of it is wood. It looks like a little buggy,” she says.

The club has just under 40 members, from Nelson, Kaslo, and the North Shore, plus Salmo, the Slocan Val-ley, Creston, and Montrose.

Other car clubs will also bring their prize automo-biles this Saturday.

“You just never know what’s going to turn up, be-cause a lot of our members have more than one car,” Galloway says.

The cars are expected to form a cavalcade around 4 p.m., but that’s weather de-pendent. The show used to be held in April, but was moved closer to summer af-ter it snowed one year.

“My little car had four inches of snow on its roof,” Galloway laughs.

For more info, call Ken Williamson at 250-352-4650.

The Kootenay Lake Vintage Car Club’s annual show Saturday promises plenty of rubber and reminiscing.

GREG NESTEROFFNelson Star Reporter

Andrea Klassen photo

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Skatepark plan gets rollingMeeting Planned for Proposed Outdoor Facility; Fundraisers in Full Gear

Last year the city’s skateboarders spent International Go Skateboarding Day parading down Baker Street, in part to urge the city to greenlight an outdoor skatepark.

This year, they’ll spend it deciding what that park will look like.

Designers from New Line Skateparks will host a work-shop at the Hume Hotel this Tuesday at 7 p.m., which will start to shape the final concept for the Nelson park.

“It’s a way for people who are going to use the skatepark to have input. It’s to be inclusive,” says Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skatepark Society president Rob Levesque.

Though a prelimi-nary park design was circulated last year, when the Nelson and District Recreation Commission was still debating whether to give the group land in the corner of the community complex parking lot, Levesque says it was never meant to be the final plan.

“What we re-leased before was just to show the land could be used for a skatepark,” he ex-plains. “So now we’re actually going to work on what the design’s actually going to be.”

New Line has designed and built more than 100 parks in North and South America and Europe, and Levesque sug-gests people check out some of those previous designs at newlineskateparks.com before coming to the workshop.

“Then come for-ward and say ‘hey, I like what you did in Taber, or I like what you did in this other town, or could we have this ledge here,’” he says.

Fundraising for the park also continues apace, and Levesque says people are still calling him with new ideas. At this point, he estimates the soci-ety has about 10 per cent of the $400,000 needed to start con-struction.

Current fundrais-ers include: l Beer and burger

fundraiser at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill June 25.l DJs Shasta,

Rhapsody and Craig Mullin join forces with the Global Rhythms Dance Col-lection at The Royal from 9 p.m., June 24. l Raffles by the

Rotary Daybreak club, Tribute Board-shop and Ripping Giraffe (the latter is also donating 10 per cent of the proceeds from all hardgoods sales).l Itza Pizza will

donate 10 per cent of its sales today and to-morrow to the park.

“It’s going to be funded by the com-munity. It’s for the

community, so we need the community to come forward and make it happen,” says Levesque. “Anything we can do, whether it’s with restaurants or DJs or car washes. Selling pizza on the corner, busking, everything’s on the table.”

There’s also a Go Skateboarding Day parade in the works before Tuesday’s de-sign session, though it’s not officially a Skatepark Society venture. Skaters can meet in front of the old Nelson Daily News

building at 5 p.m. be-fore cruising through the downtown.

Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skatepark Society president Rob Levesque shows future skateboarder Bjorn Elkuf (and his dad Kiyo) a longboard that Tribute Boardshop is raffling off to fund the park’s construction. Tickets are $10, and are already half gone.

Andrea Klassen photo

ANDREA KLASSENNelson Star Reporter

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News

The Darkwoods property along the south arm of Koote-nay Lake is now the site of the “largest forest carbon proj-ect to date in North America,” according to the Nature Con-servancy of Canada.

“We are always looking for unique strategies to fund the protection of Cana-da’s natural heritage,” John Lounds, the Conservancy’s presi-dent and CEO, said in a release.

“By harnessing the power of the carbon market, the Dark-woods carbon pilot project represents an innovative new avenue for helping to fund great conserva-tion projects.”

The Nature Conservancy, which acquired the 55,000-hectare prop-erty in 2008 to protect it from subdivision and high-impact log-ging, says it has raised

over $4 million by selling carbon offsets.

The initial sale, completed in May and equivalent to 700,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, was to the Pacific Carbon Trust, a provincial Crown corporation, and Ecosystem Restora-tion Associates, a Vancouver company.

Pacific Carbon Trust will use the off-sets to meet private and public sector demand, while Eco-system Restoration’s credits will be used

on the European market through its German affiliate, the Forest Carbon Group

The Nature Conservancy says it worked with interna-tional experts to de-termine the amount and value of carbon absorbed by Dark-woods’ forests, and externally verified those findings.

Although some logging of pine-bee-tle killed timber takes place on the proper-ty, it has dropped to 10,000 cubic meters per year from 50,000 the last three years.

Each carbon credit represents the reduc-tion of one metric tonne of carbon diox-ide or its equivalent in greenhouse gases. Credits can be traded to counterbalance the production of green-house gases gener-ated by industry.

Darkwoods sells carbon credits

Nature Conservancy of Canada news

BRIEFSGRANT WILL HELP

RESERVOIR UPGRADESThe City of Nelson will receive $375,000

towards its UV filtration system at the Mountain Station reservoir.

It was one of 47 infrastructure projects approved last week under the provincial Towns for Tomorrow program.

The overall work will cost $1 million. City manager Kevin Cormack says they hope another pending grant will fund the balance.

“If we are unsuccessful in that grant we will need to review our water capital program and decide what we can defer to go forward with the UV treatment project,” he says.

TRAFALGAR AMONG TOP SCHOOLS IN YEAR OF SCIENCE

The Science Fair Foundation BC has named Trafalgar Middle School one of the best in the province for participating in the Year of Science.

The program is a government initiative to “raise awareness and promote a passion for science in our province’s young people.”

Trafalgar placed second with a participation rate of over 34 per cent, and wins its choice of a fully loaded laptop computer or an audio sound system with iPod station.

UBC FUNDS LOCAL DIGITAL PROJECTS

Two local projects have received grants from the University of BC, as part of its BC History Digitization Program.

The West Kootenay Women’s Association will receive $10,000 for the second phase of their digital archive, which concentrate on audio/visual components, including “interviews with significant figures in the feminist movement in the West Kootenay,” as well as posters, photos, and slides of various historical events.

The project’s first phase, which digitized a wealth of printed material, is available at kootenayfeminism.com.

The other grant is $800 to the Kootenay Lake Historical Society to produce a video documentary using videotaped interviews with 11 pioneers from the Kaslo area from 1985, in which they recount the early settlement of the region.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada says it made $4 million last month by using the Darkwoods property along Kootenay Lake to sell carbon offsets.

Nelson Star Staff

Tim Ennis/Nature Conservancy of Canada photo

19,951That’s how many

companion animals will need loving, new homes this

year. Will you open your home to one?

spca.bc.ca

Community Literacy AwardNominate Your Champion...

A grandparent who reads to you

A friend who shares a good book

A school that goes above and beyond

A service club or organization that supports literacy programs

A volunteer tutor who makes a difference

A business with a Books Everywhere! bin

A newspaper that supports literacy

An adult who takes you to the library

That incredible teacher who helps you learn

A business that supports literacy events

Annual

Community Literacy Award NOMINATION FORMName of Individual(s), Service Group or Business:___________________________________________________________Nominee(s) Contact Information: Address:_________________________________________ Phone Number:____________________________________Email Address:_____________________________________Brief summary of why you are nominating this individual(s), group or business:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Nominated by:____________________________________ Phone Number:___________________________________ Email:__________________________________________

Deadline for nominations is June 30, 2011. Nominations may be submitted by: email to [email protected] of at The Learning Place or the Public Library

Nomination forms available: At the Learning Place, in the Nelson Star, at the Nelson Public Library, in locations around town

For more information please call Joan at 250-352-3218

Do you know a Champion for Literacy?CBAL wants to celebrate all those who have made a signifi cant contribution to literacy in Nelson. Nomination forms are available in the Learning Place, the Nelson Star, the Nelson Public Library and around town.

Who is a Champion for Literacy?A Champion for Literacy nominee can be an individual, service group, organization or business... anyone who has made a commitment to literacy and learning!

Deadline for nominations is June 30, 2011For more information call Joan at 250-352-3218 or email at [email protected]

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New to Town?Then let us welcome you to town with our greetings basket that also includes information about your new community.

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Call us at 250-352-6095 or 250-825-4743 or 250-825-0008

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Disc golf course decision delayedCity council won’t be deal-

ing with a request to build a disc golf course above the cemetery until at least Sep-tember, though some chang-es to the boundaries of the burial grounds are on the way in the interim.

Councillors once again debated the wisdom of allow-ing sports in the area Mon-day, as a bylaw that would rejig cemetery boundaries and allow council to approve recreational activities in the area hit the table.

However, though they both dealt with the same lands and are part of the same bylaw, the two changes weren’t related.

The border change will remove a portion of the cemetery that isn’t in Nel-son’s boundaries (and thus can’t be municipally regu-lated) from the bylaw, and add in a small portion of the grounds already in use that isn’t formally identified.

Neither area includes the steep hill below the Salmo Rail Trail, where a group of disc golfers has asked to build a trial course.

Mixing the two unrelated proposals into one motion had some councillors up in arms.

“I feel we’re really opening up a Pandora’s box to allow

some future council to allow sports in the cemetery when that’s not what we’re intend-ing,” said councillor Robin Cherbo, who asked if staff could break the proposed disc golf course off from the cemetery the same way it was removing the portion outside city limits.

“I’ve had a number of

people comment they’ve not wished to allow sports in the cemetery,” he added. “And this would solve it.”

Though staff had previ-ously said such a move would require costly surveying, it’s now looking like Cherbo’s request might be possible.

City planner Dave Wahn says it’s possible staff could draft a description “that says the cemetery starts so many meters east of the developed portion,” though deciding how many meters and what will count as developed lands may take some work.

Whether council decides to go ahead with that plan won’t be determined until council “re-prioritizes” in September, when it decides what to tackle in the last months of its term.

In the meantime, changes to the cemetery boundaries passed first and second read-ing, and when the amend-ment returns for third read-ing all references to playing sports in the area will be dropped.

Council Taking Closer Look at Cemetery Lands

Shop local — that’s the message Nel-son’s Committee on Homelessness and city council are sending to the devel-opers of the Anderson Street project.

Council agreed to send a letter to the Culos Group of Companies, which is overseeing the project, encouraging it to use local labour and resources when possible in the construction of the $7 million affordable housing complex.

The committee has already sent a letter of its own, and is planning to

meet with the Culos group at the re-quest of primary funder BC Housing.

The city already has its own local hire policy — which encourages staff to make local purchases when it won’t violate provincial or federal trade agreements — and will use it as a basis for drafting the recommendation.

SHRINKING THE WORLDA letter of friendship is headed to

Zambia this year, as Nelson moves ahead with plans to form a sister city relationship with the district of Kao-ma.

The city will send a letter of intro-duction to the district via a represen-tative of the Victoria International Development Education Association. Hand delivering the letter is consid-ered more respectful, though it makes for a slower process.

“It may just take a couple of years,” says councillor Donna Macdonald. “It’s a very rural area and they don’t have internet or fax machines or any-thing, and they’re a person-to-person culture.”

Council may receive a reply from Kaoma in the summer of 2012.

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Editor: Bob HallPublisher: Chuck Bennett

Editorial

It’s about time. City council has finally taken a step to show leadership on dealing with bears in our community.

On Monday night council introduced a new bylaw to manage residents still too blind to see human neglect is the root cause of the needless slaughter of bears. The city will now have the power to hit people where it hurts most — the pocketbook.

Bears were wandering these mountainsides long before fruit trees and sloppy human leftovers arrived. We are on their turf and it’s inevitable there will be conflicts. Managing this delicate balance can’t be thrown on the furry shoulders of the bears, so it’s up to the humans to find solutions.

Since common sense hasn’t worked in the last few years, the introduction of the bylaw is a necessary step.

Mayor John Dooley and councillor Bob Adams raised valid concerns Monday night. The city doesn’t really have the means to employ a force of barbecue police, so enforce-ment might be an issue. But like most of the city’s bylaws, having the hammer at least provides a more persuasive argument for jerks who refuse to be good neighbours.

If everybody was aware of their surround-ings there would be no need for a bylaw. It’s obvious garbage should be stored so the smells don’t waft to wandering bears snack-ing on natural treats in the forest. It’s pretty clear untended fruit trees are just like Skittles on a stick for the big bruins. Yet, it seems not everybody gets it.

Bear conflicts are on the rise within city limits, so something has to give to ensure the safety of both human and animal.

It’s the bears themselves who should be most grateful for the bylaw. These are won-derful creatures who add much to the forest ecosystem. Here’s hoping council’s leadership will provide more bears the opportunity to do what comes naturally.

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Farewell Nelson, I hate theeI concluded that I’m

going to miss this town just over a week ago,

while standing in the base-ment of the Rod and Gun Club.

I had gone down to the club on a Thursday night with the intention of tak-ing some photos of the new ladies’ shooting group — and within 20 minutes a half-dozen strangers were teaching me how to load and fire a six-shooter.

(Long story short: I’m not a crack shot. But the game of cops and robbers I was playing in my head was tremendous.)

The experience is pretty much everything I’ve grown to appreciate about Nelson in the last 14 months.

While we grumble at public hearings and open houses about whether the city can stand new growth and needs more people, once you wash up on the shores of Kootenay Lake you’re part of the team.

That my Thursday night was also kind of surreal seems to be par for the course.

Working for a news-paper tends to throw you into the centre of what-ever action there is, but I suspect Nelson is the only town where a typical week could include cheering on a Junior B hockey team, a group of competitive jump ropers and mem-bers of Canada’s largest roller derby league, while tracking the progress of a locally written opera and a student-produced feature film.

Where else could I end up shooting a handgun for work one day and the next write about an experi-

mental theatre project for women struggling with addiction?

But as strange (in a good way, I promise) as life in this city can be, leaving feels stranger still.

In a little over a week I’ll be heading slightly north and slightly east, to take over the editor’s position at the Invermere Valley Echo. While I would be lying if I claimed to be anything but incredibly excited, I really can’t wrap my head around the fact that I’m leaving the Star.

When I started here in the spring of 2010, the pa-per came out once a week, and competed with two other publications. I took nearly every photo, wrote most of the stories and was, most days, the only editorial person working

in our Hall Street office — which typically contained only two other employees.

When not writing I an-swered phones and learned to work the debit machine in case someone needed to pay for an ad while every-one else was out.

Three months later, everything changed.

Our major competi-tor closed, and I met my soon-to-be-editor Bob Hall for only the second time, standing on the roof of the Nelson Daily News during a farewell party.

The Star I’m leaving has an editorial staff of three, comes out twice a week and is Nelson’s paper of record. It’s hard to imag-ine more of a 180 in such a short time, for a paper that’s not quite three years old.

I can’t take the credit. A lot of it goes to Bob for introducing us to subhead-ings and snappy headlines, and teaching me what a penalty kill was just in time for Leafs season. A good deal also goes to my colleague Greg Nesteroff, who will tell me when I’ve spelled Procter wrong for the 100th time and first introduced the concept of the big, highly illustrated Friday (or Wednesday) feature.

Then there’s the rest of the team — our stellar women in sales and circu-lation who make sure the papers get out and (more selfishly) we all get paid.

It’s an amazing, awe-some team, and leaving them may be the hardest part of this move.

But it’s satisfying to know that I’m leaving the paper in good shape and good hands. I’m pretty sure I’ll look back on these 14 months, this transition and growth as one of the most interesting, challenging, only occasionally terrifying times of my life.

The first commandment of journalism is that it’s all about the people. In community news, it’s even more so.

I think one of the most important things a com-munity paper can do is introduce you to your neighbours, whether it’s the famous novelist down the block, the student in the local jazz band or concerned citizen bent on raising awareness of the latest local issue.

In a town like Nelson, that’s been a privilege.

Andrea Klassen was a reporter with the Star.

Klassen takes one for the team back in December at 103.5 The Bridge where she volunteered to drink all morning to show the effects of drinking and driving. Nelson Police De-partment Sgt. Howie Grant administers the breathalyzer.

Bob Hall photo

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Parked right in front of my home, on a quiet street in Fairview, my beloved van was hit with vandalism.

I drove that van across Canada with no troubles, so I was shocked Sunday morn-ing to discover a smashed-in driver’s side window. A block away a postal box was knocked over and there was evidence of other vehicles broken into that night.

The police were called late Saturday night when someone noticed the window smashed, but the menace was long gone. There were no witnesses. Over the last few weeks, many neighbours have also complained about their vehicles being broken into.

I hope the people involved are thinking about the dam-age they have caused and will learn to respect the property of others. Not only is this going to cost me money from my own pocket, it has been a burden tracking down a new window from a junkyard. I am still waiting to find a driver’s side window for my white 1989 Toyota Le Van.

It also took over an hour to clean all the glass out of my van and there is still lots of it scattered throughout the vehicle. Now I question if my neighbourhood is safe from theft and vandalism.

Living in a bigger city, you may come to accept the fact that theft and vandalism is out there, but not in Nelson, the friendly and trustwor-thy place that I call home. This troubles me and I hope

to find a way to solve this problem.

Thanks to the person that did report this vandalism. We should all keep our eyes out. If we all work together we could stop these senseless acts of theft and destruc-tion. It would be nice to feel safe and secure again in this beautiful city.

Broken by vandalism,Angela Meilleur

Nelson

The Nelson, Trail and Rossland area of the Koo-tenay is fast becoming the Pothole Capital of B.C. We fondly look back to an era before 1988 when we had trained and well-equipped Ministry of Transportation and Highways crews out on the highway systems.

In the early spring the crews were fitted with all the personal safety equipment and vehicles that had been fit-ted and designed specifically for their needs to complete the patching of road potholes. Things like Stanley hydraulic tools consisting of a pave-ment cutter and compactor, a propane torch to dry out the potholes, sealant to seal the potholes before installing the patch materials. The dump trucks were equipped with all the required rakes, shovels, brooms and asphalt dispens-ing required to perform the complete operation. There was creativity on the crews, and many times we would see diamond shaped, round and square or triangle shaped completed patches.

The goal was to keep the road surface safe and smooth to prevent premature damage to the steering and suspen-

sion systems of all the ve-hicles that travelled the road systems.

The crews received their training under the auspices of the Ministry of Highways paving branch and the main-tenance management branch and the regional maintenance engineer responsible for the area.

In this photo of the patch-ing crew from Rossland — (L-R) Lundy, Williams, Mignault, and the late R.E. Broughton — all these em-ployees had input into the design and installation of the tools required to make the patching truck just right for the operation. All of these fully and specially equipped vehicles were sold for 25 cents

on the dollar in auctions that followed the privatization of roads and bridges throughout B.C.

These proud crews would easily repair potholes from one end of district boundar-ies to the other. We raise our glasses and say thanks to all these caring folks who did the work and have passed on or are now wondering why we have problems getting the simple act of repairing a road pothole completed when it was so easy for these pioneers. These crews did the work easily with a smile on their faces and not looking at a looming pothole unre-paired in today’s system.

R.E. Johnson Nelson

More than a smashed window

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More than just shattered glass, this senseless vandalism in Fairview has left the letter writer with a broken image of Nelson.

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On June 14, 1994, Wayne Holland was the first member of the Vancouver Police Department called in as backup when things started getting out of hand after the

Canucks lost Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final.

The present Nelson police chief, then working in inter-nal investigations, watched the game at home and was getting ready to go to bed when the phone rang.

Caught ill-pre-pared, the depart-ment didn’t have a formalized call-out list in those days, but Holland’s brother was on duty as a 911 dispatcher.

“He thought to himself ‘The one cop’s number I know

is my brother.’ So I got the call.”

Since he mostly did plainclothes work, Holland scrambled to find a uniform and headed for the eye of the storm on Granville Street. Working with 15 other officers, they decided to shut down the bars before midnight.

“To our surprise and delight, the own-ers and their bounc-ers were absolutely ready and willing,” he says. “They wanted to get out themselves. It was pretty scary that night. We walked up and down Gran-ville for six or seven hours. Arrested those that needed to be arrested and tried to help innocent people — janitors, restaurant staff — get home. They were scared to death.”

Holland was up all night and the follow-ing day.

lFast forward 17

years. Holland was at a

police chiefs con-ference in Prince George on Wednes-day, watching Game 7 with his counter-parts.

“We were disap-pointed in the game, but I admit not even in my darkest mo-ments did I suspect that what occurred in Vancouver [in 1994] would reoccur,” he says.

Returning to his hotel room, he turned on the TV and saw the mayhem.

“I felt sick to my stomach and imme-diately concerned for my family who are still in Vancouver, and for the safety of people at the tender mercies of several dozen hoodlums.”

Based on what he viewed, Holland figures some people came to cause trouble no matter the out-come of the game. They wore scarves and other clothing to hide their identities and avoid the effects of pepper spray.

However, he believes Vancouver police “did a pretty darn good job” of crowd control. Of-ficers followed their training in contain-ing certain areas, and only moved in when it was absolutely safe.

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Mayor not sure bylaw will workCont. from Page 1said Siderius.

But councillor Bob Adams and mayor John Dooley both ex-pressed doubts about the new restrictions.

“Does this mean every person in Fairview — because they all have garbage cans in the back lanes — can only leave their garbage out on collection days?” Adams asked.

“I think it’s going to be impossible to enforce.”

“It’s pretty broad in scope,” added Dooley. “It’ll be interesting to see what the enforce-ment piece is like.”

But other coun-cillors suggested enforcement isn’t what’s needed as the bylaw is rolled out. Kim Charlesworth

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more freely later on.“I think it would

be unfair to citizens to all of a sudden say everybody has to have a bear-proof container,” she added. “It’s going to take some time for people to wrap their heads around that and figure out how to start storing their garbage.”

Siderius will likely be at the forefront of the education cam-paign.

“We’re going to be mentioning there is now a bylaw and helping people understand what that bylaw means,”

she said, adding she doesn’t think storing garbage in a bear-proof way will seem that revolutionary to anyone in the city.

“If you have a pile of garbage and a bear is getting into it, you have had to change the way you’re man-aging your garbage anyway.”

The bylaw will be back for adoption at a future council meeting.

Continued from Page 8“From what I saw, they were pretty

confident they could handle the situ-ation when they were ready,” he says.

“A lot of people might wonder why looters were allowed to do what they did for so long. You have to remem-ber our oath of office: protect lives first, property second.”

Holland says the strategy is not to give up any ground that is stable be-fore you have enough people to deal with the situation, and then to lock it down for several hours.

“You want to contain, observe, and when possible, avoid a spread of — there are no other words for it — rioting and looting.”

Holland says lessons were learned from 1994 that were put in practice Wednesday.

Soon after the riots that year, the Vancouver police board created crowd control units, which trained extensively in dealing with volatile situations.

“I think it could have been a lot worse if they weren’t ready,” he says.

He doesn’t think there is anything else they could have done to prepare, nor would additional reinforcements necessarily have made that much difference.

“The police will always be out-numbered. At the best of times you have one officer for every 550 citizens. Short of having one officer for every citizen, which is impossible, all you can do is train to be as expert and patient [as possible].”

By contrast, he notes things were quiet in Nelson. When he checked in with dispatch around 11 p.m., no problems had been reported.

The majority of council hopes a new bylaw will help reduce human-bear conflicts.

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Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall was among those caught up in the riot in Vancouver on Wednesday, although at one point she found an oasis in the chaos.

Mungall watched portions of Game 7 from the downtown live site, but left before things turned ugly. Even prior to the game’s end, trouble appeared to be brewing.

“When we were down 2-0, the energy really shifted from a cheer-ing crowd to very tense,” she says. “Some people were saying ‘I think there’s going to be a riot.’ Lots were expressing concerns and families started to head out.”

When she returned to her hotel room at the corner of Georgia and Howe, she could see smoke billowing from burning cars and trashcans.

She stayed inside until about 10:30, when things had calmed down a bit.

In contrast to the violence, outside the Vancouver Art Gallery she encountered a group of young people who pulled out speakers and started a dance party to celebrate the Canucks.

“To me, that was exactly what real fans do. It was a little island of class and respect and celebration in what was otherwise a very angry mob,” Mungall says.

She returned to her hotel just as paramedics arrived to respond to the stabbings of three men. Several suspects were arrested.

Mungall adds police handled things well, success-fully dispersing the crowd without antagonizing it.

“You can’t blame anyone other than the hooligans that started it,” she says. “The city was well prepared in case something happened. At the same time, you don’t know what people are going to do.”

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COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLEA fun, relaxed, learning experience. Guided rhythms, we are all be-ginners. Bigby Place (next to Superior lighting) 509 Front Street. Runs every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. $5 drop-in fee.

AT THE LEGIONAt the Nelson Legion: Check out our new foosball and refurbished pool and snooker tables along with shuffleboard, darts and 10’ big-screen TV for sports. Wednesday evening – darts; Saturday after-noon – meat draws with karaoke in the evening; Sunday afternoon – crib tournament; last Sunday of every month – Texas Hold ’em charity poker (open to the public); month-end birthday bash; oc-casional fundraiser barbecues, ribs. etc.; beverage room with a wel-coming, friendly atmosphere. Info 250-352-6464 or e-mail [email protected]. Members and guests welcome (service in armed forces not necessary for membership).

NELSON AND AREA ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION RESOURCE CENTREOpen Wednesdays from 12 to 2 p.m. at 719 Vernon Street. Phone 250-352-6008 or visit nelsonelderabuseprevention.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 18Kootenay Lake Vintage Car Club presents its 21st annual Cruisin’ the ‘50s show and shine on the east end of Baker Street. Show runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes prizes, a barbecue, dart games and a silent auction. For more information contact Dave Stevens at 250-352-3624 or Linda Galloway at 250-229-6809.

The Nelson Friendship Outreach Clubhouse is having a car wash fundraising event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Nelson Car Wash Centre on Nelson Avenue.

Come to the Salmo Public Library’s Art for Expansion silent auction and artist meet and greet from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. SUNDAY, JUNE 19The Nelson and District Riding Club hosts a Children’s Wish Ride at the riding grounds. Registration opens at 9 a.m., ride at 10 a.m. The Nelson 4-H Club will be hosting a barbecue after the ride with chili, hot dogs, veggie dogs, drink and marshmallows to roast. Any-one can partake as long as they have registered with a donation, you don’t have to ride!

Summer solstice labyrinth walk at the Lakeside Labyrinth at 1 p.m. Celebrate the longest day of the year — and your dad — with a walk of gratitude. All welcome, free event sponsored by the Nelson Com-munity Labyrinth Group. For information call 250-352-9630.

The West Kootenay Women’s Association will hold a book sale June 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Vallican Whole Community Centre. Proceeds will go towards buying new books for the Nelson Women’s Centre library, especially books authored by local women.

MONDAY, JUNE 20 Better Breathers support group for people diagnosed with COPD and their friends/family hosts a meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. in the re-source room at Community First Health Co-op. Guest speaker Rita Wege discusses the use of hypnotherapy in dealing with the stress and anxiety of having a chronic disease.

TUESDAY, JUNE 21The Community First Health Co-op is hosting its annual general meeting Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the education room at 518 Lake Street. Come out to view and hear the latest developments at the Wellness Center and beyond. Guest speakers will highlight some op-portunities for seniors in our community.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22Former RCMP Sergeant and author of Policing the Fringe: The Curi-ous Life of a Small-Town Mountie Charles Scheideman is back with more hilarious, tragic and outrageous stories from his 27 years of patrolling the small communities of the interior of British Colum-bia. Charles will give a book signing for his new collection of police stories, Tragedy on Jackass Mountain: More Stories from a Small-Town Mountie, at Otter Books from 2 to 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24All seniors welcome to a potluck luncheon to be held at the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, located at 717 Vernon Street. Luncheon begins at 12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25Nelson-Creston Green Party constituency association annual gen-eral meeting at the Rotary barbecue, Lakeside Park from 2 to 5 p.m. Come help prepare for the next provincial election and discuss what kind of a future we want to build. Listen to music by Dmitri Voykin and enjoy refreshments provided by local Greens. For more info, or if you would like to volunteer, phone 250-352-7300.

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Kootenay Christian Fellowship812 Stanley Street

Friday, June 17Fundraiser event featuring Kelle Wardle who recently graduated from the Selkirk mu-sic program as a songwriting vocal major. Admission by donation. Funds will be split between the outreach phase of Kelle’s music discipleship training school in Australia through Youth With a Mission as well as the low income housing initiative program sqft2freedom. Doors open at 7 p.m., show begins at 7:30.

Sunday, June 26There is something special that happens when a community unites for a common cause.We invite you, the community of Nelson to join us as we unit for an evening of celebra-tion, fun, good food, door prizes, and great music. Chelsea Nisbett, a gospel and folksinger-songwriter from Halifax will be performing. Tickets are by donation at the door.All proceeds to go to Our Daily Bread. Show starts at 7 p.m.

Finley’s Irish Pub705 Vernon Street

Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25Nelson’s only resident DJ plays tunes that are huge on the charts both in North Americaand the UK. DJ WannaBe does his best to play all the best dance songs selected from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and now that you, the party animal, can request. If you’ll dance toit, the DJ will play it. So, have a little Faith, it starts at 9 p.m. Even if you don’t SpeakNo Americano or if you’re afraid of Ghosts and Stuff, just stick around ‘cause you know Groove is in the Heart. You’ll want to Bust a Move.

The Capitol Theatre421 Victoria Street — tickets at capitoltheatre.bc.ca

Saturday, June 25Alseny Diallo and the Kikeyambay Afrobeat Orchestra unites a dynamic, energetic traditional West African drum and dance show and a 12-piece Electric Afrofusion Orchestra. A famed soloist and master djembe player from Guinea, Diallo has performed at many nationally sponsored festivals and competitions in his country. Alseny Diallo and Kikeyambay offer a chance to dance, be joyful and revel in the African way of music as a vital and fundamental part of everyday life. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15.

Secret VenueSunday, June 19Nelson’s Miss Quincy plays a special house concert at 7 p.m. Only space for 40 people so RSVP as soon as possible (and get the show’s address) by calling Michael at 250-352-1792 or Jodie at 250-263-1954. Tickets $10. Tipping her hat to earlier times and ruggednorthern beauty, Miss Quincy draws inspiration from the blues ladies of the 1930s, dirty guitar licks and sweet gospel harmonies. Can’t make the house show? Catch her a day earlier, when she plays the Cottonwood Market stage at 12 p.m.

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Entertainment listingsThe Royal330 Baker Street

Sunday, June 19

This Father’s Day come spend your evening listening to three enchanting singer-songwriters — Aspen Switzer, Genevieve Rainey, and Elaine Ryan — as they perform their original music and entertain you with their tales from the road. This is an early show with an 8 p.m. start, so come early and join us for Father’s Day dinner.

Monday, June 20Acoustic-punk-folk group Blackie Leblanc and The Triumphs will be storming through Nelson this summer, bringing with them Kytami (of Delhi2Dublin) on the violin. The live show is a roller coaster ride of mood swings, broken bottles and sweet harmonies, topped with a healthy dose of comedy and musicianship. Come support up and coming Canadian music!

Friday, June 24Beats for Concrete! The finest DJs in the Kootenays are coming together for a night of FUNdraising in support of the Nelson Outdoor Skatepark. DJs Shasta, Rhapsody and Craig Mullin are joining forces to bring you a night of global rhythms, and help bring the skatepark a little closer to reality. Show starts 9 p.m. Tickets $10.

Saturday, June 25

Time to break out the animal costumes and tribal paint for Where the Wild Things Are. Costumes are optional, but he or she who sports the best costume will win $100. If you don’t plan on wearing a costume, face/body painting will be happening on site as well! The DJ line up includes, Braden Early, Naasko and Joel West.

SpiritbarBelow the Hume Hotel

Friday, June 17

Antiserum is one of the hottest artists on the North American bass music scene today. Widely known for his innovative and meticulously crafted sounds, rich euphoric beats and vast futuristic soundscapes, Antiserum’s style of West Coast bass music truly resides in a class of its own. His production is often steeped in hip hop, reggae, and heavy metal, featuring cinematic vibes which balance between both dark and light environments.

Saturday, June 18

Having rocked the bar many times, Skratch Bastid is now ready to raise it. The Bastid has become one of Canada’s most in-demand DJs and respected producers, but don’t think it happened overnight. From his humble begin-nings a decade ago as a teenager in Halifax — pumping out mixtapes from his bedroom — he slowly spread his skills and is now a go-to guy for party-rocking.

SelfDesign High402 Victoria Street

Friday, June 17Presenting HOOKED. Ten women, two plays, one subject: addiction. Coming out of the shadows, women tell untold stories about addiction. Using interactive theatre, we will engage in community dialogue to explore issues surrounding addiction in our community. Show starts at 7 p.m. Admission $5. No one will be turned away.

Kikeyambay Orchestra

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Aspen Switzer Antiserum

Skratch Bastid

Fishing Forever, on Fathers’ Day weekend will be hosted by

the Nelson District Rod & Gun Club at Cottonwood Lake from

9 am to 4 pm. On Saturday June 18 those who are unable

to fi sh due to various disabilities and challenges including

advancing age will be taken out fi shing on Cottonwood Lake

with guide, boat, and fi shing gear supplied. Lunch, a T-shirt,

and door prizes will all be provided at no cost.

No licence required!On Sunday June 19 it will be the turn of the kids and their

parents to enjoy some fi shing, lunch, door prizes and cuddly

toys supplied at no cost. Those who catch a fi sh will receive

fi shing sets as long as supplies last.

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NEW DUPLEX FOR SALE NEW DUPLEX FOR SALENMHA Nelson Minor Hockey Association would like to remind hockey players that the deadline for early registration is Friday July 1st. There will be a

registration clinic at the Nelson and District Community Complex Thursday June 24 from

2:30 to 6:00 pm.

For more information you can visit www.nelsonmha.ca.

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ArtsNew Touchstones Exhibit Features Collection of Hans Wilking

Check out the B.C. mastersDid well known First Nations

artist Norval Morriseau ever visit Ymir? Not likely, but if you’ve vis-ited the Hotel Ymir recently, you may have seen his work and won-dered how it came to be there.

Hans Wilking, the owner of the hotel, is originally from Duncan.

He has been a collector of art for many years, and through this interest has developed relation-ships with many artists, including such well known figures as E.J. Hughes, Simon Charlie and Mor-riseau.

Of his approach to collecting, Wilking says, “I collect work of people I know about, people who are of my time.”

This highly personal method has allowed him to develop a unique and wide ranging collec-tion, one that speaks as much to his connection with the artists as it does to the work itself.

Featuring highlights of his col-lection, this exhibition is a rare opportunity, not only see original works of this calibre, but to have a glimpse inside the world of the collector himself.

The exhibition runs in Gallery A and will open tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. and run to August 28.

Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History is located at 502 Vernon Street. For more information call 250-352-9813.

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High water and flooding has forced the closure of the dog walk next to the airport and the park-ing lot at the east end of the Lake-side Park sports fields.

Karen MacDonald, the City of Nelson’s acting public works and parks supervisor, says the prob-lem in the latter case is with a catch basin.

“In normal water levels, any water that gets in the parking lot goes into the catch basin and flows into the lake,” she says.

“Right now the lake is higher than the catch basin, so it’s flow-ing the other way. If the lake goes down, that will go down too.”

MacDonald says if water threat-ens the nearby tramway tracks, they may have to pump it out and cap the drain. The playing fields themselves, however, are fine.

As for the dog walk, MacDon-ald says she’s worried about a small child or dog falling in, “be-cause it’s quite deep at the edge … We need to think about pub-lic safety and property.” How-ever, she notes some people are flouting the order, and using the area anyway at their own risk.

As of 7 a.m. Thursday, Koo-tenay Lake stood at 1,749.2 feet (533.2 m) at Nelson and 1,751.7 feet (534 m) at Queens Bay — unchanged in a few days.

Those are higher than the peaks of 2006, and close to the levels of 1997, which in turn were the highest since 1974.

The short-term forecast calls for the water to hold steady for the next week.

The impact of the high water can be seen at the bailey bridge that provides access to the west waterfront pathway where Cottonwood Creek empties into the West Arm.

City deals with rising watersKootenay Lake Hitting Its Peak

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To my family, for all their help, support and for the many hours they spent at the hospital with Bill.

To Dr. Kailia & Dr. Lange & the staff at Community First Medical Clinic for being so kind to Bill. To the 3rd fl oor nurses and student nurses at KLDH and to the Homecare nurses for the excellent care Bill received.

To all my friends and neighbors for their support, fl owers, cards and food.

Your kindness has brightened these dark days and brought me comfort. With a grateful heart I’ll remember your kind expression of sympathy and tribute to the man who will always be the light of my life.

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Bill Reid has plenty of expe-rience with big events.He arrived in Nelson not

long before the city hosted the 1989 BC Winter Games and also helped organize them in Fort St. John a few years earlier.

He was in charge of facilities for the BC Festival of the Arts when it came to Nelson in 2000, and has been president of the Nelson Music Festival Asso-

ciation, which hosts the annual Kootenay Festival of the Arts.

But now, he’s taking on a much bigger role as co-chair of this summer’s BC Seniors Games, being held jointly by Nelson, Castlegar, and Trail.

“I’ve usually been involved as a chair or director,” he says. “This is a little different. It’s a higher level position for me.”

Reid retired three years ago as superintendent of the Kootenay Lake school district and also spent 13 years as principal of

L.V. Rogers high school. Last year the mayor tapped

him to be Nelson’s lead on the seniors games.

“I was honoured he would think of asking me,” Reid says. “Most of my work has been with smaller events, but I guess he knew the sort of skill set I have.”

He was comfortable taking it on knowing he would be part of a team — Castlegar’s Pat Metge

Reid in his comfort zone

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BC Seniors Games co-chair Bill Reid says the dragon boat races on Nelson’s lakefront this August are bound to be a pop-ular draw.

GREG NESTEROFFNelson Star Reporter

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With a long list of big events to his credit, Bill Reid is embracing the opportunity to head up the Nelson contribution to this summer’s BC Seniors Games

Story continues to ‘Games’ on Page 17

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Call 250-354-2334 or visit www.klhf.org for a list of locations to buy your golf ball.

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Sports

Continued from Page 16and Trail’s Keith Smyth are his counterparts.

Early on the three met every few weeks. As the workload increased, more people were added. There’s an office manager in Castlegar along with some summer students, plus directors and volunteers.

“What I’m really grateful for is the people that have stepped up to be part of the team,” Reid says. “We’ve got a fabulous team and lots of support from our mayor and council. It’s all been pretty positive.”

He is even more impressed with the regional cooperation.

“I’ve been around long enough to see the spitting matches that can happen between close com-munities. These games are so wonderful in that the three com-munities are honestly working together.”

Reid says they’ve worked hard to ensure each city gets its share of events.

“There are actually fewer people competing in Castlegar, but that’s because Castlegar is going to host the registration,

banquet, and dance,” he says. “Those sort of things require quite a lot of volunteer support. We pay attention to that. In some ways for me, it was like building a school timetable and I’ve done those forever.”

In Nelson, he figures the dragonboat races will draw the biggest crowds, “simply because there’s going to be over 400 competitors and a lot of boats on the lake. Lakeside Park is a fabulous venue. It’s our pride and joy.”

Both arenas will also be used for hockey, and he anticipates there will also be interest in the road biking races.

Although they are only half-way to their goal of 1,500 volun-teers, Reid expects once summer schedules firm up, many more people will come on board. Some jobs will only require single day commitments.

Despite being at the top of the hierarchy, Reid is among those working for free.

“There’s zero remuneration. It’s strictly volunteer. But I feel there’s a need for everyone to step up and give back to the community.”

Games volunteers needed

Setting Sail on a New Lakeside AdventureGreg Nesteroff photos

The Kootenay Lake Sailing Association gave kids a chance to try the sport with an open house at Lakeside Park on Sunday. The three Optimist boats seen in the lower photo — the Secret Garden Toy, Puppa Mike, and Kokanee Camera Co. — all belong to the club and are designed to introduce kids aged six to 14 to the fundamentals of being on the water. This year’s summer camp has already filled up.

For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, FortisBC is notifying customers that Kootenay Lake levels have exceeded 1749 ft at Queen’s Bay. Current forecasts predict lake levels may peak for the year between 1752 ft and 1753 ft and remain high for several weeks. Lake inflow is from local rivers and streams not controlled by FortisBC.

Queen’s Bay: Present level: 1751.67 ft 7 day forecast: Holding. 2010 peak: 1748.68 ft | 2009 peak: 1747.89 ft Nelson: Present level: 1749.20 ft 7 day forecast: Holding.For more information on emergency flood preparedness contact your local authority, visit the Provincial Emergency Program (PEP) website at www.pep.bc.ca, or call 1-800-663-3456. If you would like to be notified via telephone or email about large or unusual changes to Kootenay Lake water levels, visit www.fortisbc.com to complete an online form or call 1-866-436-7847.

Kootenay Lake LevelsAlert - High Lake Levels | June 15, 2011

DONE THATBeen Th ereFirst hand reports from local travellers

TRAVEL BECOMES YOUby Joe Dunn

Donald Rumsfeld, former U.S. Secretary of Defense , said “ there are known knowns, known unknowns and unknown unknowns.” I laughed and thought that was the stupidest bit of baf egab I’d ever heard. I hate to give him credit, but travel is about those three things, and how you plan for, anticipate or deal with things will de ne your experience.

This story starts out in the 1950’s in Toronto – white bread, boring Protestant, roll up the streets at 6:00pm. You’re a kid so it’s all you know, low income, Irish Catholic, you know your ‘hood’ and ght your way in and out of school.

You do what you have to do to get through school and graduate knowing there’s no way you could do another ve years of prison in University. So you get a job – everybody worked in those days – no free lunch. I worked at a job that I was unsuited for but didn’t care until the boss told me one day that if I was going to be late again don’t bother coming. I gave two weeks notice, got a passport, spent a hard earned $600 on a return air ticket to Europe and got a copy of “ Frommers Europe on $5 a day.”

In those days you paid for your furthest

stop and you could get on and off at selected stops for up to a year. I chose Milan Italy, so my rst stop was Lisbon Portugal, then Madrid, Barcelona, Nice, Milan, Zurich, Amsterdam, London and Dublin and then back to

Canada. I said my goodbyes and took off into the known unknowns with $500 in my jeans and socks which I hoped would last me three months.

“Changes in Latitude bring changes in attitude” but it also works for longitude. People and cultures change going north/south or east/west and I was about to dive into the deep end. Left Toronto, landed in Montreal then overnight to the Azores in the early morning. The adventure began when the doors of the plane opened and it lled with the smell of moist air and owers. From 2c in Toronto to 15c it was the best feeling. I was 20years old, had a shocking amount of hair, inappropriate Toronto clothes and a suitcase full of stuff I would nd I didn’t need. The farther you go the simpler it gets.

I had spent the ight talking to Isobel from Madrid. She didn’t speak English and I had a few words of Spanish so with some French and the help of the crew we had a conversation. The scariest part of travel is not being able to speak to people but that’s the biggest growth point. Just do it and in most cases they’ll help you because they care that you are trying. I ended up in Lisbon and had a date with Isobel in Madrid one week later.

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Sports

U15 squad dominates at Lakeside pitchFor the third consecutive

year, Scott Lewis’ charges are heading to the provincials.

Nelson Selects U15 boys won both of their games in impressive fashion to earn the Kootenay berth at the upcom-ing Provincial B Cup champi-onship.

Nelson beat up on Cranbrook 5-0 in its opening match.

“Cranbrook crumbled as they had no subs and had lost their star player Ryan Grady to a knee injury in the earlier

Kootenay South tournament,” says Lewis.

In its second game, not only did Nelson keep rival Koote-

nay South off the scoresheet, but they also kept them from getting a shot on goal. Nelson

went on to win the match 3-0.“The boys played the best

soccer I have ever seen them play this weekend,” adds Lew-is.

“Ethan Perkins is now an integral part of our attack and played exceptional. All we have worked on this year is attack-ing and it seems to be starting to pay off.

“The boys are peaking and I am just hoping it is not to soon. We will try to keep the momentum up.”

The U15 boys will travel to 100 Mile House for the pro-vincial tournament.

Boys Side Off to 100 Mile House with Shot at Medals

CHUCK BENNETTNelson Star Publisher

“The boys played the best soccer I have

ever seen them play this weekend.”

Scott LewisU15 Selects Coach

The U15 boys battle at Lakeside

against Cranbrook.

Andrea Klassen photo

FOOD DRINK&D D DAll Seasons Cafe • Nelson 352-0101

Amanda’s Restaurant • Nelson 352-1633

Baba’s Indian Cuisine • Nelson 352-0077

Baker Street Grill • Nelson 352-3525

Bibo • Nelson 352-2744

Bite • Nelson 551-2483

Bogustown Neighborhood Pub • Nelson 354-1313

Canadian 2 for 1 Pizza • Nelson 354-1999

Cucina Royale - the Royal 352-1269

Dock ‘n’ Duck • Balfour 229-4244

Dock Restaurant • Nelson 352-3474

El Taco • Nelson 352-2060

Finleys Irish Bar & Grill 352-5121

Frisco’s Steak And Fish House • Nelson 354-1472

Full Circle Cafe • Nelson 354-4458

Funky Monkey • Nelson 352-5111

Fusion Bistro 352-3011

Hume Hotel • Nelson 352-5331

Itza Ristorante & Pizzeria • Nelson 352-3573

Jackson’s Hole & Grill • Nelson 354-1919

KC Restaurant • Nelson 352-5115

JB’s Pub & Family Restaurant 353-7716

Kaslo Hotel & Brew Pub 353-7714

Kurama Sushi • Nelson 352-5353

Lang’s • Balfour 229-4771

Louie’s • Nelson 352-5570

Max & Irmas Kitchen • Nelson 352-2332

North Shore Deli • Nelson 825-2201

Outer Clove • Nelson 354-1667

Quiznos • Nelson 352-2494

Sage Tapas & Wine Bar 352-5140

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U17 girls crowned Kootenay champs

Nelson’s U17 girls are off to the provincials.

The girls earned their spot at next month’s Provin-cial B Cup in Penticton with an impressive pair of wins, —2-1 and 5-2 — over rival Kootenay South in a home-and-home series to decide the Kootenay champ.

In the first game at Lake-side pitch, Paige Mansveld converted from Sara Einar-son to put Nelson ahead 1-0 at the half. Bekka Schrader then doubled the lead for

Nelson early in the second half.

Kootenay South managed to get one back in the late stages of the game, but that was as close as they came.

“We got an outstanding effort by keeper Katarina Garbula,” says co-coach Cam Patterson.

While Nelson only needed a win or a tie in the second half of the home-and-away contest to earn the Kootenay title, the girls left no doubt as they went on to a 5-2 win.

Even more impressive was the win came with only 10 players as one of Nelson’s

defenders was sent off with a red card early in the match.

Kootenay South also re-warded with a penalty kick following the card, which they converted.

That goal came after An-drea Stinson had given Nel-son the early lead when she scored off a well placed cor-ner from Tasha Hewat.

Stinson again put Nelson ahead with her second goal in the first half. The lead was shortlived as Kootenay South fought back to tie it at 2-2 be-fore the end of the first half.

“Losing a key fullback and playing down a player for

three-quarters of the game would have been a huge set back for most teams, but not this team, they got stronger and took control of the play,” says Patterson.

Stinson scored twice more and Schrader added her sec-ond of the weekend to round out the scoring.

“The whole team stepped up with a short bench,” says Patterson.

“The most notable was the play of Andrea Stinson who scored four goals. The game official referred to Andrea’s play as ‘pure domi-nation’.”

SportsVeteran Squad Overcomes Adversity to Earn Provincial Berth

Nelson Star Staff

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10am Teams Arrive and start setting up All Day

June 18, Noon-MidnightLakeside Park

Schedule of Events

General public is welcome: there is no entry fee.Donations to support the fight against cancer are welcome.

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Th is week we celebrate Father’s Day. For me it is a time to reminisce about my childhood. I have talked to many people who don’t have the fondest memories of their dad, but all of my memories are great. I cannot think of how my father could have been any better than he was. I never had to question if he loved me, I always knew that I could talk to him about anything, and I enjoyed a childhood of adventure with my dad that helped mould me into the person I am today. As I grew into a man and had children of my own, my dad was still always there for me. I am sure that there have been hundreds of times that I’ve called him for advice, or encouragement, or just to have someone listen to me. Th anks dad, and have a great father’s day.

Your dad may have been a wonderful dad like mine, or your dad may have been someone who was not a good example or support for you. Today I want you to know that there is someone who loves you more than you could ever begin to imagine. He is someone who wants to be a perfect loving father to you. I am referring to our Heavenly Father. He is in your corner, and He wants the very best for you. He wants you to know fulfi llment and success. He wants your life to be full of love, joy and peace. More than anything, He wants to have a loving personal Father Child relationship with you.

Your Heavenly Father loves you so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to pay the price for your sin so that you could have a personal relationship with Him. He also wants you to have abundant life here and now, and be able to spend all of eternity in heaven with Him. Th e Bible makes it clear that the way we come to God the Father is through His Son Jesus Christ.

When we accept Jesus Christ into our hearts as Lord and saviour, we become the children of God.

John 1:12 states: 12 “Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” NIV

1 John 3:1 states: “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!”

On this Father’s Day, may I encourage you to open your heart and life to your heavenly Father? He will never leave you. He will never let you down. He will love, support and encourage you beyond your wildest dreams.

If you would like more information, talk to your pastor, or feel free to give me a call.

Pastor Ken Keber, Bethel Christian Centre, Nelson BC, 250-352-9322

Churches of Nelson

Loving Jesus, Loving People,Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives Transforming Lives

• Nelson - 702 Stanley St. • 352-9613 Saturdays at 6:30 pm Sundays at 9:30 am Pastor Arden Gustafson Pastor Chris Wiens

• Balfour - 7741 Upper Balfour Rd. • 229-2301 Sundays at 9:30 am Pastor Jason Ashley

• Playmor Junction - 2840 Eden Rd. • 359-5065 Sundays at 10:00 am Pastor Jesse Lerch

www.ecov.org

A Friendly Bible Centre Church

623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber

Refreshments are served after the service(Affi liated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

You are invited to join us Sunday Mornings at 10:00am.

Guest speaker ‘Justin Keber’

Anglican Church of CanadaSt. Saviour's ProCathedralWard & Silica, NelsonFamily Service & EucharistSunday 10:30 AM

St. Matthew'sVillage Road, South SlocanSunday 9:30 AM(No service third Sunday)

St. Michael & All AngelsBusk Road BalfourSunday 11 AM

Office: 8am - 1pm Tue - Fri

[email protected]

www.stsavioursnelson.org

The Salvation ArmyNelson Community Church

Sunday Worship Serviceat 11:00 am

Everyone is WelcomeYour Pastors:

Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows(New to Nelson)

250 551 4986 601 Vernon Street (Middle Level)

CATHOLIC CHURCHCATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE

813 Ward Street 352-7131

Sunday Mass Times:

Parish office open weekday [email protected] www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca

First Baptist Church

611 Fifth Street 250-352-3212611 Fifth Street 250-352-3212Worship Service: 10:00 amPastor: Rev. Scott Simpson

First Baptist First Baptist ChurchChurch

fbcnelson.cafbcnelson.ca

NelsonUnitedChurch

All are welcomeNursery Room AvailableChildren’s Quiet Play Space

Nelson United Church

602 Silica Street, Nelson BC V1L 4N1Ph: 250.352.2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca

Ministers: David Boyd, Christine DudleySunday Worship Gathering: 10:00 am

N1it d h h

Sunday School Recognition and Graduation CongratulationsChurch Picnic to follow the Service

Unity Centre of the Kootenays

905 Gordon Rd (IHA Bldg., back door)

Sunday 11:00 amBo Pearce

“Simplifying it all”

Everyone Welcome!

Happy Father’s Day

Nelson Seventh-day Adventist Church

1502 Granite Rd., Tel (250) 352-6102 – nelsonadventistchurch.org

Saturdays:

10:00am Family Bible Study11:00am Worship Service12:30pm Fellowship Lunch (vegetarian)1:30pm Prayer Ministry

“Come now, and let us reason together, says the LORD.”Isaiah 1:18

Join us each Sabbath for Bible study, prayer and Christ-centred worship in a spirit of true Christian fellowship.

Lunn, William A. (Bill) July 9, 1927 – May 24, 2011 It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Bill after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Bill worked for CP Rail for 42 years, served his machinist

apprenticeship in Calgary, worked in Cranbrook’s Diesel shop,

and transferred to Nelson in 1954, where he worked in the diesel shop as a Machinist & General Locomotive Foreman until his retirement in 1986. His passions were his family and friends, fi shing from the summer camp at Woodbury Resort and Sunshine Bay, bowling, gardening, solving crossword puzzles, and in recent years, taking bus trips to Bonners and Worley. Bill was predeceased by brothers; Jimmy, Henry, Bob and his sister Betty. Bill is survived by loving wife of sixty years, Cora; daughter, Maxine (John); son Jim (Susan); grandchildren, Jennifer (Les) of Richmond, Jason of Calgary, Gillian (Dave) of Victoria; great-grandchildren, Colten and Jacob of Richmond; sister-in-laws Doris and Edna; nieces Darlene, Linda and nephew Bobby.

As an expression of sympathy, donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

At Bill’s request there will be no service.

h h

U13 girls peak at the right time

SportsPerfect in Playdowns

The Nelson U13 Girls Selects put in their best performance of the year during the pro-vincial playdowns and were rewarded with the gold medal and a trip to the Provincial B Cup.

The playdowns, hosted by Castlegar, con-sisted of round robin play between the Nelson Selects, the Kootenay South Rockets, and the Cranbrook Rovers.

The Nelson squad played hard and disci-plined soccer to finish with a perfect record and no goals scored against.

In Saturday’s first match, the Nelson Selects won 2-0 over the Kootenay Rockets. Scoreless at halftime, Nelson dominated the play with Darian Vois-ard scoring both

goals in the second half for the win.Saturday afternoon, the Nelson Selects dom-

inated the Cranbrook Rovers with a decisive victory of 6-0. Solid individual and team play kept the ball in the Cranbrook half for most of the game.

Voisard lead the scoring with three goals. Completing the tally were goals by Naomi Per-kins, Amelia Martze, and Lakpa Dietz. Keeper Haley Cooke was solid between the pipes to earn the double shutout.

“We are extremely pleased with the ef-fort and skill shown by the Nelson squad this weekend,” said coach Pat Perkins. “This was the team’s best performance of the year and all players should be proud of their performance individually and as a squad.”

Nelson Star Staff

“All of the players should be proud of their performance.”

Pat PerkinsU13 Selects Coach

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Sports

U16 girls come up empty in effort to advanceDespite outplaying their op-

ponents, Nelson’s U16 Girls Se-lects just couldn’t find the back of the net at Lakeside pitch over the weekend.

“Our girls outplayed both opponents last weekend,” said coach Allison Alder, adding that scoring has been a major chal-lenge for the girls all season.

“Our unfortunate reality this

year is that our girls have con-trolled the field and the play throughout much of their games, but it doesn’t translate to goals in the net.”

In two games against rival Kootenay East, the U16 girls were unable to score and lost both matches 1-0 and 2-0. The two losses knock the U16s out of contention for the B Cup Pro-vincials.

“For a team that is playing together for the first time, with

a core of U15 players, five U16 players, two new keepers, and some first-time rep players, their play has gelled very well, with lots of passing to feet, solid defense, use of the whole field, great individual and team play — things that should put them on top,” added Alder.

The U14 Girls Selects also narrowly missed out on a pro-vincial berth during playdowns in Cranbrook over the week-end.

Held Scoreless at Lakeside Pitch

Nelson Star Staff

The U16 couldn’t finish at Lakeside Saturday. Andrea Klassen photo

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NELSON GARAGE SALES

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CAPITOL THEATRE - HERRIDGE LANE AT WARD ST

(BEHIND THE CAPITOL THEATRE) Capitol Theatre Vintage Clothing Garage Sale! Mens and WomensCash only / please no early birds.

Sunday June 19, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

GARAGE SALE 2

4051 BONNINGTON RD Good quality boys baby & toddler clothes & toys,

self propelling lawn mower, older tractor, snow mobiles, KLX motorcycle, building supplies, camping gear, Yahkama racks etc. Some proceeds going to

Kootenay Kids Society. No early birds, please.Saturday June 18,

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

GARAGE SALE 3

4078 HWY 3A (9MILE)Mulit-Family Garage Sale!

Unique art & art books, other books, plants, household items and more!Saturday June 18, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

GARAGE SALE

4

913 VERNON STREETRocking chair, dresser, small TV, wheelbarrow, hand cart (dolly),

clothes, jewelry, “Go Ped” power board, bicycle trailer, rug, lots of

good stuff!Saturday June 18,

8:00 am - 12:00 noon

GARAGE SALE 5

912 OBSERVATORY STREETHUGE GARAGE SALE -Downsizing!Housewares, Kids Toys & More...

No early birds please.Saturday June 18,

8:00 am - 12:00 noon

GARAGE SALE

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1563 NASOOKIN ROADMoving Sale - Leaving the country

& everything must go!Tools, furniture, household goods.

Saturday June 18, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

GARAGE SALE

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Still fun after all these yearsStit lii l fuff n aftff er all these years

Happy 50th Birthday Kim Irving

The family of Louise Mooers

wishes to thank all those who attended the memorial at the Nelson Mausoleum. A special thank you to the many that came to visit Louise in the hospital, and all the staff on the third oor of Kootenay Lake Hospital (Louise would say that the service was very good), Lisa & George, you went over and above, as did so many others. Dr. Malpass, you are very special and we are lucky to have you in Nelson. Many thanks to Thompson’s Funeral Home for all the help and support, to Rev. Gerald Sekanga for the beautiful service, and to the Hume Hotel (Greg) and kitchen staff for the spectacular preparation of the

luncheon reception.

I would like to apologize for having to leave the reception early as I had to be with my sister who had been in a serious accident the day before the viewing and was not able to attend the funeral. Thank you to everyone for your kindness, love

and support!

www.trailfair.caFACILITATING AND ADVOCATING WITH INTEGRITY AND RESPECT

HELP WANTED

Finance Officer Trail FAIR society has a flexible, part-time (15 hours/week)

Finance Officer position available for a responsible individual with accounting background who enjoys autonomy,

challenges and an opportunity to work collaboratively within a friendly work environment. Requires strong

accounting background (2 year college business certificate or equivalent) and experience in creating budgets,

spreadsheets and working with accounting program such as QuickBooks.

See www.trailfair.ca for details.

o Driveno Enthusiastico Confidento Good work ethic

o Energetico Focussedo Open minded

2880 Highway Drive, Trail 250-368-9134

Tired of your job?Need a change?Sound like you?

If so, we need YOU!

Apply in person in confidence2880 Highway Dr, Trail or email resume to [email protected]

or fax to 250-368-6871

Th e City of Nelson is currently seeking to fi ll the position of Development Technician. Th is part time position (20 hrs weekly) reports to the Manager of Development Services and Sustainability and is responsible for responding to customer inquiries regarding development application requirements, permit fees and applications status. Further information regarding this position can be found on the City of Nelson website at www.nelson.ca.

Resumes must be submitted no later than June 30th at 3:00 pm to:

Human Resources, City of Nelson,#101 – 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 5S4;or fax to: 250.352.2131 or email to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Th e Corporation of the City of Nelsonis accepting applications for the

position of

DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN

Teck is a diversified mining, smelting and refining group; a world leader in the production of metallurgical coal and zinc; and a major producer of copper and gold. The operation at Trail, British Columbia, is one of the world’s largest and most efficient integrated zinc and lead smelters.

Teck Metals Ltd. is seeking an Environmental Specialist. This is a challenging full-time position in our Environmental department for an individual with previous work experience in environmental assessment/management with experience in managing issues regarding air emissions, water management, ground water monitoring and waste management. The Environmental Specialist will identify problems, investigate causes, develop control measures and process or assess alternative solutions in cooperation with the relevant stakeholders. Additionally, this position requires advanced computer skills to enable analysis of data evaluation and reporting in accordance with requirements of internal and external stakeholders and effective interaction with regulators, public and other external stakeholders.Applicants will have a degree in a relevant technical field (Environment, Engineering, Chemistry) with knowledge and experience in Environmental Management systems such as ISO 14001. Teck Metals Ltd. is committed to employment equity and all qualified individuals are encouraged to forward their resume including copies of transcripts by July 1, 2011 to [email protected] wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Teck respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

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Announcements

ObituariesIt is with sadness that the family of

Gordon Vallence Speirs announces his death at

Kootenay Lake Hospital on June 15, 2011

Funeral Arrangements will be made under the direction of Castlegar Funeral Chapel

Coming EventsANKORS

(AIDS Network Kootenay Outreach & Support Society)

AGM - Friday, June 24th1pm - 3:30pm MT

at the ANKORS East Offi ce#46-17th Ave., Cranbrook B.C.If interested in becoming apart

of our board contact: ANKORS @

1-800-421-AIDS (2437)Calling Artisans/Crafts/Pro-duce Vendors. New juried Xmas Fair in Nelson early Dec. Email:[email protected] for application, info & portfolio submission out-line. Apply by July 15, 2011. Vendors wanted for Grand Forks Fall Fair, Sat + Sun, Sept 10 + 11. Call Les at 250-442-3054.VINTAGE SALE. Clothing, fur-niture, accessories, Saturday, June 25, 10am-5pm. 721 Front St, Nelson, BC.

Happy Thoughts

Congratulations!!!

Kyla-Teesha Smutny on your GRAD, your Big awards

and recognition of all your hard work and commitments

throughout the years in New Denver/Silverton!!

We are so proud of you for where you are at today and

towards your future! Hugs and Love from your

friends & family.

Information

Attention all Sports Groups!

Time to attend the Nelson Regional Sports

Council A G MJune 21st 6pm, Chamber of Commerce meeting room

Attention all Sports Groups!

Time to attend the Nelson Regional Sports

Council A G MJune 21st 6pm, Chamber of Commerce meeting room

Dr. Michael Smith (TCM) is now accepting new patients. Offering services in Acupunc-ture, Chinese Herbal medi-cine, Nutritional & Functional medicine. Call 352-0459

P.A.L. COURSE: July 9/10non-restricted and restricted,

C.O.R.E. COURSE: July16/17Nelson District Rod & Gun Club. For registration call

250-825-4219

PersonalsUnique psychic reading by psychic Guaymi Native. Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm1-866-973-9449. More info at www.vivaras.com

Travel

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BALI HOLIDAYPRE-PAY = BIG SAVINGS

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AWESOME HOUSE RENTAL Contact Canadian owner:

[email protected]

Check Classifi eds!

Employment

Business Opportunities

Earn $500-$2000/m. Operate a Mini-Offi ce Outlet from home. Free online training, fl ex hrs, great in-come. www.how2bfree.org

WORK TRADE FOR RENT(partial or full)

Longtime Kootenay resident employed as personal caregiv-er seeks to exchange work for rent. Personal care giving, transportation to appoint-ments, shopping, cooking, er-rands, property maintenance. Prefer private accommodation, i.e.-apt/cabin/suite in house with window view. Will consid-er long-term house-sitting. Ref. available. Up to date criminal record check. bondable. Phil: 250-777-1169 [email protected]

Career Opportunities

RETIRED? Looking for a positive career change? Want to re-engage in a rewarding career and work with an amazing virtual team? Expres-sions of interest now being accept-ed for the role of BUSINESS COACH. Suitable for those with ex-tensive experience in business and business planning and/or relevant educational experience. Compas-sion, patience, and strong people skills essential. Send credentials to [email protected], Attn: Anne-Marie Edgar, by June 24, 2011. Only those shortlisted will be con-tacted. Sorry, this position is geo-graphically restricted.

Education/Trade Schools

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIP-MENT OPERATOR SCHOOLLocations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equip. Job place-ment assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

Help WantedDozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfi eld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfi eld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transporta-tion daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.

EXP Log Builder needed for summer work in Prince George. Call 250-563-9234

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd And Newcastle Timber Ltd. Have vacancies in the follow-ing jobs: Log Truck Driver, Driller Blaster, Grade Swam-per, Grapple Yarder Chaser, Grapple Yarder Hooker. De-tails can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax re-sume to 250-287-9259

Part-time Bartender requiredRoyal Canadian Legion

Branch 51, Nelson Please drop off resume at 402 Victoria Street, attention Carol

Celebrations

Employment Employment Employment

Help Wanted

Part Time Daily Secretary for downtown Nelson

professional offi ce. Able to work independently,

familiar with Microsoft XP, profi cient communication

skills.Send resumes to:

[email protected] before July 4, 2011

SCHOOL District No. 8 (Koo-tenay Lake) is seeking the ser-vices of an exceptional indi-vidual to assume the role of Executive Assistant. This is a .6 fte (12 months per year) po-sition with a competitive salary and benefi t package with a start date of July 4, 2011. Ap-plicants must be detail orient-ed and have an appreciation for accuracy. This position re-quires discretion and confi den-tiality while functioning in an environment with time sensi-tive and/or issues/projects oc-curring simultaneously. This position carries out a variety of routine and non-routine admin-istrative tasks and liaises with other members of the District Management team, employ-ees, external agencies and the public, as required. The re-sponsibilities are varied, rela-tively complex, generally of a confi dential nature and require the ability to work indepen-dently and to exercise sound judgement and tact. This posi-tion requires the applicant to work fl exible hours. The pre-ferred candidate will have: - Post secondary education in Business Administration/Offi ce Management, with 3-5 years experience in these fi elds; - Excellent interpersonal, com-munication and resolution skills; - Exemplary organiza-tional and planning skills; - In-novative skills in the fi eld of technology; - Demonstrated ability in the use of Microsoft Offi ce programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook The successful appli-cant will be required to con-sent to a Criminal Records Search. Please forward your resume and supporting docu-ments including references by 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 20, 2011 to: Brian DeBiasio Direc-tor of Human Resources School District No. 8 (Koote-nay Lake) 570 Johnstone Road Nelson, B.C. V1L 6J2 Fax: 250-352-6686

SECURITY GUARDS - must have Security course, cell phone, vehicle. Email re-sume:[email protected] or fax 250-368-3177 with references.

Home Care/SupportLIVE-IN CAREGIVER needed for our sister, stroke survivor, ambulatory, aphasic. Need one honest, thoughtful, em-pathic, woman with good Eng-lish. Live on farm. Please send references to: Box 636, c/o bcclassifi ed, 818 Broughton St, Victoria, BC, V8W 1E4.

Celebrations

Help Wanted

Cards of Thanks

Help Wanted

Cards of Thanks

Your community. Your classifi eds.

250.352.1890

fax 250.352.1893 email classifi [email protected]

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Advertsing/Sponsorship Sales

The Nelson Leafs Hockey Society is looking for a highly motivated individual to sell Advertising and Sponsorship for the

2011/2012 Hockey Season.

This position will be on contract basis and remuneration will be commission based.

Please submit resume and proposal to [email protected]

Submission Deadline : June 20, 2011

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, metallurgical coal, zinc and energy. The operation at Trail, British Columbia, is one of the world’s largest and most efficient integrated zinc and lead smelters. Further information about Teck can be found at www.teck.com.

Teck’s Trail Operation is seeking a Plant Technician, Roaster-Acid. This position is accountable for performing routine and non-routine testing and providing in plant analytical requirements to meet ISO 9000 quality assurance requirements for the Roaster and Acid Plants. Additionally, this position participates in plant surveys, schedules tests with plant operators and carries out tests; takes measurements, calculates, records and compares data; and provides reports to Technical Support and operating personnel.Applicants should be graduates from a technical institute in a relevant discipline or have equivalent practical experience. A good knowledge of the physical, chemical and metallurgical processes used in the Roaster and Acid Plants will be a definite asset. Candidates must have the ability to operate a computer/PC using various online and spreadsheet software. Position requires good interpersonal/communications skills when dealing with customers.Teck Metals Ltd. is committed to employment equity and all qualified individuals are encouraged to forward their resume, including copies of transcripts, to Human Resources by June 24, 2011 to: email: [email protected] wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

PLANT TECHNICIAN, ROASTER-ACID

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, metallurgical coal, zinc and energy. The operation at Trail, British Columbia, is one of the world’s largest and most efficient integrated zinc and lead smelters. Further information about Teck can be found at www.teck.com.

Applicants must hold an Inter-Provincial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Red Seal Endorsement, and will be expected to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.All applicants must have a valid driver’s license.Applicants will be required to participate in an assessment process designed to measure fitness, aptitudes and personal attributes.Teck offers an attractive compensation and benefit package including relocation assistance. Teck Metals Ltd. is committed to employment equity and all qualified individuals are encouraged to forward their resume, a copy of their Grade 12 or GED certificate, a copy of their WHMIS certification and Interprovincial trades qualification by June 24, 2011 to [email protected] wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Teck respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

INSTRUMENT MECHANICMACHINIST

CARPENTERMILLWRIGHT

WELDER “A” Level - Pressure Welding Certified

Zellstoff Celgar Limited Partnership operates a 1400 tonne/day state-of-the-artbleached kraft pulp mill located in Southeastern British Columbia. This market kraftoperation is founded on being its customers’ preferred supplier of customized pulpwhile maintaining its responsible position within the community. Openings exist forthe following positions:

We are seeking experienced individuals to work in our Maintenance Department and contribute to our steadyimprovement in reliability and productivity. Applicants will have inter-provincial qualifications plus additionaltechnical training in an appropriate specialty. Welders will be required to pass a qualification test. Preferencewill be given to those holding dual-trades qualifications and previous pulp mill experience. The ability to workwithin a flexible work environment is necessary.

Our mill is just a few minutes away from Castlegar, BC in the beautiful West Kootenay. The area offers acomprehensive community college, quality leisure facilities and excellent year-round recreational opportunities.To apply for one of these positions, submit your resume by July 1, 2011 to:

Employment & Benefits CoordinatorZellstoff Celgar Limited Partnership

P.O. Box 1000, Castlegar, BC V1N 3H9Tel: (250)365-4267, Fax: (250)365-2652

e-mail: [email protected]

We thank all applicants; only those whose candidacy best suits our needs will be contacted.

Working together to be the best for our communities, our environment & our future!

www.blackpress.ca

JournalistThe Nelson Star and Castlegar News are currently seeking an individual with journalism experience for a temporary summer position in our busy newsrooms. This individual would move between newsrooms as needed and be involved in all editorial duties. Researching and writing stories, photography, copy editing, new media, and page design are all part of the weekly routine. All beats would be covered from city hall to sports.

Requirements include a vehicle, laptop and camera.

The position will cover eight weeks starting July 4 and ending August 26.

Please apply with resume and cover letter to:

Bob Hall Nelson Star [email protected]

Employment

Trades, Technical

IndustrialElectricians

Wanted for WTP work in Prince Albert Sask.

Competitive Wages,LOA and Benefi ts!* Immediate Start *

Fax resume to(1)250-492-3343 or

visit www.betts.bc.ca for more info.

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Employment

Medical/Dental

MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s

Need Medical Offi ce & Medical Admin Staff! No Experience?

Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available! 1-888-778-0459

Services

Financial ServicesGET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

www.pioneerwest.com

Help Wanted

Services

Household ServicesA-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Fur-nace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-565-0355 (Free estimates)

Pets & Livestock

PetsSiberian Husky pups, fe-males, black & white, de-wormed, $500.(250)829-0651

TWO Friendly Ferrets for sale. One Male, One Female. We are includ-ing many extras with the ferrets. We are asking $300.00 fi rm to a good home, and we do require they stay together as they love each other so much! Contact Karin (250) 505-7810

Merchandise for Sale

$100 & UnderSALE:Motorcross boots (11), chest protector,boots, pant etc 250-354-7321

$300 & UnderNELSON: 1 yr old, like new, energy effi cient AMANA Dryer $300 call 250-352-9643

Cleaning Services

Merchandise for Sale

Food Products

BUTCHER SHOPBC INSPECTED

GRADED AA OR BETTERLOCALLY GROWNNATURAL BEEF

Hormone FreeGrass Fed/Grain Finished$100 Packages Available

Quarters/Halves$2.10/lb Hanging WeightExtra Lean Hamburger

$3.50/lbTARZWELL FARMS

250-428-4316 Creston

Free Items200 gallon used home heating oil fuel tanks. 250-352-1826

Fruit & VegetablesFRESH ASPARAGUS

Sutcliffe FarmsCreston, BC

Place your orderto ensure availability

250-428-9961

Garage SalesFRIDAY, SATURDAY & Sun-day, 8am-5pm. The North Shore at 9 mile. 4151 Heroux Road. Misc. household & Shop items.

MOVING SALE: Saturday, June 18th 8am-11am Rain or Shine 1103 S. Poplar St. Nelson - 1st left off Mtn Stn Rd Bookshelves, sofa & loveseat, trundle bed, offi ce desk, garden supplies, books, toys, clothes (women’s, men’s, boys, and girls), microwave, kitchen items, sports equipment and other misc. household items. Whole FREE sec-tion!

Cleaning Services

Small Ads work!

Merchandise for Sale

Garden EquipmentDEER PROBLEMS? Problemsolved! Bobbex Deer repellentavailable in Canada. Easy,economical, safe. Available at local garden centres. Dealerinquiries welcome. Ask for BOBBEX. www.bobbex.ca

Heavy Duty MachineryA-**Special**

53’ insulated makes Great Shop! Only $7200 freight in-cluded! And 40’HC $2800. NoRust! STEEL SHIPPINGContainers/Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used/DamagedSemi Trailers for Hiway & stor-age.Delivery BC and ABCall 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale

DOCKS FOR SALE!!4 - 10x12

Floating Docks/Swimming Platforms

$3900.00 + HST($32.50 Sq.Ft.)

Or build your own dock withFully Encapsulated BilletsMany sizes to choose from

Carrying CapacityApprx 55 lbs per cubic foot

($30.00 a linear ft) To view or for more info

Call 250-777-4177

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. Allshapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?UPRIGHT piano $725, Guitar/amp$300, Table saw $50.with severalblades, Round vinyl deck table & 4chairs $50. Canopy for full sizepickup $500. call 250 825 3489

Misc. WantedI Buy Coins, Collections,Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins etcChad 250-863-3082 ( local )

Real Estate

Apt/Condos for SaleNelson: Amber Bay Condo,top fl oor unit, many upgrades.Price reduced. Listed on propertyguys.com #196542250-352-7517

Trades, Technical

Buying, Selling?

Book Your Classified Ad Now

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Your key to the Kootenays®

433 Josephine St.Nelson, BC V1L 1W4Ph. 250.352.2100 Fax 250.352.6888

To view these and other listings please go to:www.nelsonrealty.ca

Burke Jones250.354.8515

John Knox250.505.6645

Dave Gentles250.354.8225

Trevor Jenkinson250.354.8409

LEMON CREEK. 7.5 level acres. Treed privacy. 2 storey home. Barn & more. $374,900. Call Burke Jones.

BODARD DR. Unique fl oor plan & styling. 3 bd, den.Decks with Lake views. Landscaped.43 ac. $598,500. Call John Knox

SALMO RURAL renovated 4 bd starter home. .41 acLevel fenced gardens. Workshop Quick Possession.$189,000. Call Burke Jones.

YMIR 4 bd 2 bt home on spacious lot. Many upgrades. Ready to move into! $269,900. Call Burke Jones.

UP & DOWN DUPLEX Each unit is 1000 sf. A 3 bd & a 2 UP & DOWN DUPLEX. Easy to rent. Close to downtown. $329,000. Call David Gentles.

SLOCAN VALLEY. Pristine 83 acres @ Cougar Bluffs. Pristine Wilderness. $299,900 Call Burke Jones.

GOLF NEARBY. Well constructed 3 bd 2 bt home. Gardeners paradise 66 x 137 lot. Suite potential $399,500. Call David Gentles

SWEEPING KOOTENAY RIVER VIEWS. 2 storeys of glass. Vaulted great room. Custom 5 bdrms. Master loft suite. In-law suite. Private. Decks. $615,000. Call John Knox

VIEW RIDGE. Natural, Treed building site. 1.12 Acres $99,900. No HST. Call David.

IDYLLIC COUNTRY PUB on 1.13 acres. Centrally located, known for its food & atmosphere. Great turn key operation. Call Burke Jones.

SALMO: 1 1/2 storey 5 bdrm sapcious home. Fireplace. garage. Lg fenced yard. Affordable @ $224,900. Call Burke Jones

SALMO: COMMERCIAL BUILDING -- 4 units consisting of 2 warehouses & 2 storefronts. Lg yard. Excellent exposure $224,900. Call Burke Jones

BLEWETT ROAD. A developers dream. Build your estate & let your imagination go wild on 36 Acres with trees,water & access. $465,000. Call David Gentles

6.85 WOODED ACRES. Parkland & wildlife right in Salmo. $249,900. Call Burke Jones.

ACROSS FROM TENTH STREET CAMPUS. Great investment location. 4 bdrm 2 bth & in-law suite. $379,000. Call David Gentles

UPHILL RANCHER 3 bd, 2 bt. Large fenced back yard. Spacious rooms. New appliances. Suite potential. Hot tub. Covered deck. Move in for Summer. Reduced to $339,000.Call David Gentles

CRESCENT VALLEY 7.9 Acres. Level/fenced. Private treed setting. 3 bd 1 bt home. Sunny location mid-way between Nelson & Castlegar. Reduced to $349,900. Call Burke Jones.

HEDDLE ROAD Executive quality & style. Open design. 5 bd 3 bt. 2yr old. Garage & shop to buy for. 1.26 level acres. $725,000. Call Burke Jones.

MIRROR LAKE Gambrel, Open design 3 bd 2 bt. View Deck. Level .83 acres. 1 block from Mirror Lake & 2 blocks to Kootenay Lake Great location, just south of Kaslo..$339,900 Call David.

LONGBEACH 4-level split. Spacious 4 bd, deck, gardens, garage. Private 1/2 ac. Great location. Close to golf & Kootenay recreation. $389,000. Call David Gentles.

15 WOODED ACRES overlooking Kootenay River. Classic design Log Home. Multi decks & gardens. 2 Detached Garages. Kennel $699,900. Call Trevor Jenkinson

GREAT ACCOMMODATION. 3 bdrm 2 bath 1/2 duplex. Back deck & patio. $209,900 Call Trevor Jenkinson

POPOU RD 4.96 ac. Custom 3 bd, 3 bt home. Elevator, shop & garage. Plus 2 bd mobile. $399,900 Burke Jones.

BUILDING LOT Hutcheson Avenue in Salmo. Level lot, ready to build. $49,900. Call Burke Jones.

UPHILL Tidy, well maintained 2 + 1 bdrm home. 50 x 120 level lot. Quick possession . $309,000. John Knox

FORT SHEPPARD Unique frame & log design. Upgraded 4bd 3bt. 3 levels. Views. Huge decks. $549,000. Call David Gentles.

VIEW RIDGE Elegant timber frame. Detailed with consideration to style & beauty thru-out. 2 1/2 storey open design. + Full bsmnt. 2+ private acres. $919,000. Call David Gentles.

WATERFRONT. Vacant lot with 52’ of lake frontage @ Balfour. $374,900. Burke Jones

KENIRIS RD. Straw Bale on 3.29 acres. Custom features thru-out. $599,900. Call John Knox.

BALFOUR 5.91 wooded ac. 1500 sf private home. Huge 30x60 shop. $679,000. Call Burke Jones.

HIGH STREET Unique location. Solid 2 bdrm starter home. $259,000. Call David Gentles.

SLOCAN RIVER FRONT @ Passmore Custom 2100 sf Rancher. Level 1.48 ac. 1600 sf garage. All in-fl oor heat. Wheelchair access. $624,900. Call David.

COMMERCIAL SITE @ six-mile. Income Producing. 2 buildings. fenced compound. $449,000. Call Burke.

COMMERCIAL LAND & BUILDING. 1.78 acres. 11,750 sq.ft. well- maintained building. Many improvements. Excellent Highway exposure. Lots of parking. $749,000. Call David Gentles.

12 BUILDING LOTS: Full City services. UG power. Lighted paved streets. Priced from $70,000 plus tax. Many building options. Call David Gentles.

BOSUN’S RANCH. Pristine 240 acres w/ Slocan Lake Front, a private lake & caretakers cottage. $3,980,000. John Knox.

BONNINGTON 1.58 acres on Brown Rd. Treed, South facing.Close to Park. $149,900. Call David Gentles.

SALMO 3.57 level ac a stone’s throw from the Salmo River. RV & outbuildings. Reduced to $155,000. No HST. Call David.

WATERFRONT. Captivating custom designed 1 1/2storeyhome. Multiple decks. 1.64 acres. Foreshore lease & dock. $1,599,000. Call Burke Jones

ERIE CREEK FRONT. 4 bdrm 2800 sqft home. 1900 sqft basement. Covered enclosed porch. dble carport. Great price @ $364,900. Call David Gentles

SPROULE CREEK/TAGHUM Excellent family home close to town. 4 bd 3 bt, full basement. Suite potential. .83 ac. $434,900. Call David Gentles.

NORTH SHORE Lake view .47 ac building lot. UG services. Great Value. $110,000. No HST. David Gentles.

SLOCAN PARK 5 mostly level acres. 4bd home, 1bd suite, large shop. Central location. $399,900. Call Burke Jones.

HERITAGE Quality Craftsman 4bd Home. Wood accents, fl oors, French doors, leaded glass. 77 x 120 lot. $574,900. Call John Knox.

WATERFRONT. Amazing 1.15 level acres, 116’ of sandy beach, 2 homes, beach cottage, boat storage, greenhouse, garage, trees for privacy & you have a full waterfront package. $799,000 Call David.

MOBILE @ 6-MILE. Well kept 14 x 70. 3 bdrm.Upgraded. $42,000. Burke Jones.

BUILDING LOT @ Taghum. Sunset Drive. 1/2 acre. Great location. $215,000. No HST. Burke Jones.

FORMAL SPACES 4500 sq.ft. 2 storey home on 3.48 level acres. Quality thru-out. Garage & Quonset Hut. $899,000. Call Burke Jones.

FAIRVIEW HERITAGE Level lot, fenced, gardens, 4 bdrm. Upgraded. Great location. $369,900. John Knox.

AFFORDABLE 1/2 DUPLEX. Great starter. 3 bd 1.5 bt. Views. Deck & more. $174,900 Call Trevor Jenkinson.

YMIR. Big 150 x 110 level lot. 3 bdrm Rancher. Barn/workshop & shop. $274,900. Call Burke Jones

KAYS

RD. 2,012 sf 3bd 2bt Rancher on 2.46 private acres. Separate Shop. $424,900. Call David Gentles.

VALHALLA RIVER SUITES. Riverfront vacation rental units at Passmore. Call Burke Jones for details.

KOOTENAY LAKE BEST BUY Waterfront @ 17 mile. Spacious bungalow, in-door pool. .80 ac w/ 125 ft sandy beach & new deep water dock. $649,000. Call John Knox.

TREVOR STREET. Outstanding lofty views of the Bridge, lake & mountains. Oversized 75 x 140 building lot. $185,000. Call Burke Jones.

UPHILL. Amazing views. Open design. Unique 335 SF upper fl oor master suite. 2 bdrms on main. Family room & 1 bdrm down. Deck & patio. 50x120 lot. $384,900. Call Burke Jones.

TURN-KEY Septic Business. Excellent returns. Control your future. Call Burke Jones.

ROSEMONT—AT THE EDGE OF TOWN. 2 storey w/bsmt 3 bdrm, 2 bt home. Rare .43 treed acres. Great family location. $329,500 Call David.

KOOTENAY LAKE VILLAGE WATERFRONT: 3 parcels to choose from. one with a cabin, 2 vacant waterfront lots. priced from $695,000 to $795,000. Call Burke Jones.

RESTAURANT BUSINESS, LAND & BUILDING. Highly Acclaimed destination fi ne dining restaurant located in the City of Nelson. Turn-Key operation. Call David Gentles for pricing and details.

SPACIOUS 3 BDRM 1991 14’wide mobile in Greenwood MHP. Comfortable amenities, addition, decks, large bath, open living/kitchen. $84,900 Call Trevor Jenkinson.

SLOCAN: Fixer Upper on Arlington on 3 lots. Great buy! $99,900. Burke Jones

WATERFRONT @ BALFOUR. $639,900. Lightly sloped.. Sandy beach. .62 Ac. 3 bdrm home with self-contained suite. David Gentles

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Duplex/4 PlexNELSON: 1201 Davies St. new 2bdrm duplex. Half sold, high quality, energuide 80, great views, great location, $349,000 incl. HST, 226-7809. propertyguys.com ID#196677

Houses For SaleTHOUSANDS IN OPTIONS FREE!! Canada’s largest builder, SRI Homes, is offering unbelievable discounts. Call or visit Lake Country Modular Homes Inc., conveniently lo-cated next to SRI’s Winfi eld factory. Custom designs, fac-tory tours, expert advice & ser-vice. Call Alan or Robert toll free at 1-866-766-2214 www.LCMhomes.com

Kootenays

BRAND NEW HOMES!!Within Minutes of Nelson

2081 & 2081 Kettleson RoadWalk-Out Bungalows

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9 & 10 ft Ceilings,Hardwood Floors, S/S Appliances,

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To View Call Laura Salmon250-551-8877

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Real Estate

Mobile Homes & Parks

WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxuri-ous 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only US $109,950. Many other plans available. The Home Boys 877-976-3737 509-481-9830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!

MortgagesMortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refi -nances, immediate debt con-solidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations.

Call 1-888-685-6181www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentAVAIL now. Furnished above ground bsmt studio in Lower Rosemont. $650 incl hydro, NS, NP. 250-354-3994LARGE one bedroom appartment downtown Nelson. Lakeview, balco-ny, W/D. 825.00/mo. no utils, NS. 250-354-3636

Nelson: 2 bdrm apartment available July 1st. NS/NP $825/mo. Call 250-365-7335Nelson: near downtown. 1 bdrm apt for rent. NS/NP. July 1. 250-229-5234

Commercial/Industrial

Beautiful downtown profes-sional /offi ce building for lease, 601 Kootenay St. 825-9932

Homes for RentLower Rossland 3 bedroom house with garage, large yard & deck. Available immediately. 250.362.2105. Long term tenant.

NELSON: Perrier Rd. Small 2 bdrm. WD,F/S. NP. Avail July 1st. $950/mo. 250-352-2439

Kootenays

Rentals

Homes for Rent912B Stanley St (green

house) – Beautifully designed, spacious, new throughout,

energy effi cient, very private, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 9 ft. ceilings, designer kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, W/D, 2 br,

large master br with en suite & deck. Easy living, close to everything, walk to Baker

St. shopping activity. Under-ground parking optional.

$1800/mo + utililities. Tel: 604 617 6560 or

[email protected]

912C Stanley St. (blue house) Beautifully designed, spa-

cious, new throughout, energy effi cient, very private, 2 ? bath-rooms, 9 ft. ceilings, designer

kitchen with stainless steel appliances, W/D, 2 br, large

master with en suite – patio off living room – large rec room

(offi ce or project room) $2000/mo + utilities

Tel: 604 617 6560 or [email protected]

Available July or Aug 1st

4- Bedroom 2-Bath Home on 2 acres. Lots of New Up-grades. Remote Location.

Near Silverton/New Denver. 10 minutes from Slocan

Lake and Villages.1 Year Minimum Lease

Open to AnimalsSecure Income

References RequiredSerious Inquiries Only

$1250.00/mnth negotiable upon care of House/Land

Call 250-358-7794 or [email protected]

Offi ce/RetailSTORE for rent. $1200 all incl. 308 Victoria St. Near 3 restaurants, just one block from Baker St. On Vic-toria St and Kootenay St. Some self standing racks and store accesso-ries available for sale as well. Please call 250 352 0781 11-6 mon-sat. Avail. July 1st or soon af-ter.

Kootenays

Buy, Rent, Sell!

Rentals

Shared Accommodation

N E L S O N : D O W N T O W N . Looking to share an apartment with a roommate starting July 1. I’m a fi lmmaker. I’m quiet, respectful & like to keep things clean & I’m looking for a room-mate with these same qualities! Please call 505-9534

Suites, LowerBachelor Suite in Rosemont. Avail July 1, NS, NP. $650 incl utilities & cable/internet. Single occupant only. 250-505-1178

NELSON: 1bdrm walkout suite downtown. Available July 1st WD, NS/NP $550/mo + utilities 250-825-9498

NELSON: 1bdrm walkout suite downtown. Available July 1st WD NS/NP $550 + utilities [email protected]

Nelson: spacious 1 bdrm suite available July 1st. $880/mo. NS/NP/WD/FS. 250-352-6975

TownhousesNelson, Rosemont: 1.5 bath, 3br, new paint & fl oors. WD, NS/NP, references. $1,100/moAvail Aug 1. 250-229-4364

NELSON: Spacious 3 bdr 2bth townhouse (Rosemont) wd/np July 1st. $1275+util. 352-9686

Want to RentForty year old man seeks rea-sonably priced accommoda-tions in/around Nelson. Rent assured. Prefer access to pub-lic transit. Clean, quiet, non-partier & responsible.Good references. Please con-tact Peter at 250 352-9876

NELSON: Single, 40+ ener-getic woman requires rea-sonably priced self contained little unit. $500/mo. all inclu-sive. Experienced in light re-nos, auto work, cooking & pet care.Willing to help out if I can.Please call Mardi at: 352-9876

Kootenays Kootenays

Rentals

Want to RentOlder mature woman requires affordable housing, preferably in quiet location. Willing to share w/ honest, responsible healthy housemate w/ similar values. Am good natured, clean, reliable & respectful. Enjoy gardening, music chil-dren & pets. Please call Mindy at 250 352-9876 Thanks!Responsible & reliable young female looking to trade work for rent for the rest of June. I am looking for long term rental & will be able to pay up to $400/mo. starting July 1st. I have great references as a nanny & babysitter & for some cleaning work. Please contact me asap & we can discuss fur-ther. (250) 315-6155.

WORK TRADE FOR RENT(partial or full)

Longtime Kootenay resident employed as personal caregiv-er seeks to exchange work for rent. Personal care giving, transportation to appoint-ments, shopping, cooking, er-rands, property maintenance. Prefer private accommodation, i.e.-apt/cabin/suite in house with window view. Will consid-er long-term house-sitting. Ref. available. Up to date criminal record check. bondable. Phil: 250-777-1169 [email protected]

Auto Financing

YOU’RE APPROVED

Call Dennis, Shawn, or Patti

for Pre-ApprovalFinance at autocanada.com

or amford.com

Transportation

Auto Financing

Cars - Domestic2009 Pontiac Vibe. AWD. 270,000 kls. Immaculate con-dition, $16,900 obo. 825-9516

‘82 Oldsmobile 2 door 305, runs, rear frame cracked, good tires, $250. Call 250-354-7321

Recreational/Sale1988 Bigfoot travel trailer Nelson BC Hard to come by 1988 17’ fi ber-glass Bigfoot in good shape. Very light and easy to pull. Front dinette folds to bed. Rear bed pulls out from “L” shape lounge. Fridge with freezer, stove, propane, furnace, toilet and sink. New tires, wheels and battery. Cargo box at rear. All in good condition and ready to go camping. $4250 obo. Email [email protected] or call 250-229-4482.

Scrap Car RemovalSCRAP BATTERIES WANTED

We buy scrap batteries fromcars & trucks & heavy equipment.

$4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

Kootenays

Transportation

Boats

1987 Aquastar, 26’X10’ Beam, Volvo V8 duoprop, dual station, full bridge & rear deck enclosure, 9.9

Honda Kicker, electric anchor winch. Beautiful turnkey condition. Located @ the Prestige Marina. Asking 20,000 ph:250-354-4588

For Sale:A Cabin on the LakeThe Kootenay Queen

• 1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc

• Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet)

• Fold down table for a queen sized bed

• Fold up bunk beds• VHF radio• Hull is sound, galley is

dated.• Low draft• 200 hrs on new engine• A great boat that needs

some TLC.$12,000.00 invested, will take offers starting at $9KCall 250-358-7794 or email [email protected] for more information

World’s Finest FISHING BOATS

Weldcraft, Hewescraft,Lund, Godfrey Pontoons

Mark’s Marine, Hayden, ID1-888-821-2200

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GARAGE SALE SALE!Place your 3 line garage

sale ad thrughout the West Kootenay for only $945!250.352.1890

[email protected]

Classified Ads for items under $100

cost just $1!

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Sports

Dramatic win for U13 boysThe Nelson U13

Boys Selects earned the right to represent the Kootenay Colum-bia at the Provincial B Cup by winning a dramatic shoot-out against Kootenay South in the provin-cial playdowns held in Castlegar this past weekend.

The three-team round robin games started with Nelson up against Kootenay South. The tightly contested affair was scoreless at halftime.

In the second half, Nelson’s Guus Lam-mers took a free kick from the halfway line that Quinn Dawson ran on to, beating the defenders and fool-ing the goalkeeper

with a clinical finish. However, Kootenay South came back ten minutes later with a goal on a breakaway to tie the game up.

Neither team could find the break-through winner in the final 15 minutes and the hard, physi-cal contest ended up tied 1-1.

The second game was against an under-manned Kootenay East squad.

Nelson jumped on their opponents early with Bryce Twible scoring less than a minute into the game. A few minutes before halftime, Nigel Ziegler scored from just inside the pen-alty area to extend the lead to 2-0.

Knowing that goal differential would likely decide the playdown winners, Nelson came out strong in the second half and were re-warded when Ziegler struck again less than 10 minutes into the half. Dawson then added his second of the day and with time winding down in the game, Nelson was awarded a penalty kick when Darian Johnson was pulled down in the penalty area. Oscar Seagram calmly stroked the ball into the corner of the net to give Nelson

a 5-0 victory.However, the boys

would need to await the outcome of the final game between their two opponents to see who would represent the Koote-nays.

In a day when Kootenay South and Nelson matched each other evenly, it came as no surprise that Kootenay South defeated Kootenay East by an identical 5-0 score.

This meant the winner for the region would be decided by penalty kicks.

In a tension-filled atmosphere, the two teams traded at-tempts. After the first four shots for each team, it was 2-2 with Seagram and Twible scoring for Nelson. For the fifth penalty shot, Ziegler made no mistake drilling a hard shot into the corner of the net.

The hero for Kootenay South in

the opening game stepped up, but Nelson keeper Parker Shaw-Lintz dove to his right to keep the ball out and the celebrations started for the Nelson boys team.

“It certainly was a dramatic vic-tory,” said a relieved coach Paul Dawson. “Kootenay South is a strong, well coached side, and in fairness, they would also have represented the Koo-tenays well had they won. Penalty kicks are a little like a coin toss, and we came out on the lucky side today.

“Nigel was very confident and wanted to go fifth, and our goaltender Parker showed nerves of steel, not just in the penalties, but the entire day. I was impressed by the way some of our newer players, such as Stryder Scott and Juna Williams were so solid defensively, and by the leadership shown by some of our experienced rep players.

“Qualifying for the provincial champion-ships in Powell River (in July) is a remark-able achievement and will undoubtedly prove to be a great experience for this group of boys.”

Provincial Berth Decided on Goal Kicks

Nelson Star Staff

The U13 Selects triumphed in Castlegar this past weekend. The teamincludes: (back Row L-R) Maya Engelbrecht (manager), Paul Dawson (coach), Sam Barrett, Joey Timmermans, Jake Anderson, Nigel Ziegler, Oscar Seagram, Guus Lammers, Amit Bhabra, Akira Engelbrecht,Stryder Scott, Simon Lintz (asst. coach), Rowan Lintz (mascot); (front row L-R) Juna Williams, Bryce Twible, Parker Shaw-Lintz, Quinn Daw-son, Taylor Pritchard, Andrew Falcone, Ben Cameron.

“Penalty kicks are a little like a coin toss, and

we came out on the lucky side

today.”Paul Dawson

U13 Selects Coach

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U14 boys make no mistakes

Sports

It was a perfect weekend for the Nel-son Selects U14 boys, who went 3-0 against their Kootenay rivals at the regional play-downs at Lakeside Park.

The boys opened the finals with a 2-0 win over Columbia Valley, last year’s U13 Kootenay champs, on Saturday afternoon. Dunavan Morris-Janzen scored at the 12 minute mark in the tight contest. Nolan Percival sealed the win with less than 15 minutes left in the second half, finally getting behind a tough Columbia Valley defense.

The second game Saturday night was a physical match with Cranbrook-based Kootenay East. Nelson would score early, just four min-utes in on a Micah May header.

May would add another early in the second half convert-ing a Spencer Szabo through ball, splitting Kootenay East’s back-line and sending him away. Nolan Percival converted a fine pass

from Tucker Ander-son to finish the scor-ing, a 3-0 win.

Nelson secured the gold medal after the two games Saturday but would return to the pitch Sunday af-ternoon and did not slow down any with a 7-0 victory over Kootenay South.

The Selects pres-sured right off the opening whistle with May getting the early marker just 45 seconds in.

Szabo would add one on a penalty kick three minutes later after May was taken down in the box.

May and Johnny Johnson, on a nice follow up, would round out first half scoring. Two more for May in the second half and one from Percival would finish the scoring.

Nelson outscored the opposition 12-0 over the weekend and as impressive as the offense was it was the defensive play that secured the wins, especially in the first couple of games.

Nicholas Wethal, who tore up the sidelines and led the counterattack, had a strong weekend as did Theo Bakas, Johnson and Owen Thurston. Keeper Harrison Giles really owned the 18 yard box and made some daring tackles.

Nelson travels to Cranbrook for one last tournament this weekend and will represent the Koote-nays at the Provincial B Cup in Penticton next month.

Rout Competition to Earn Provincial Berth

Nelson Star Staff

“Nelson outscored the

opposition 12-0 over the weekend and

as impressive as the offense was

it was the defensive play that secured the wins.”

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DIJON, ONE OF MOL-LY’S BABIES, REACH-ING UP TO LET YOU KNOW SHE’LL BE AT KAAP’S PET ADOPTION CLINIC THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 19TH, TO MEET AND GREET. 1-3 PM AT STREETCLOTHES

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Right now KAAP has a few cats and kittens whose disposition lies on the shyer side. Although these pets are healthy, active, and full of personality, they keep getting upstaged and overshadowed by their more outgoing buddies. KAAP is looking for special individuals and families who would open their hearts and homes to these wonderful cats & kittens who need a home of their own and room to come out of their shell. The cats shown here are doing really well in caring foster homes and will make a wonderful addition to the right family.

A huge thank you to Streetclothes Named Desire in Nelson and Total Pet in Castlegar for hosting KAAP Pet Adoption Clinics! Adoption clinics are a great place to visit the pets available to adopt. Call us at 250-551-1053 for more info on upcoming adoption clinics or visit our Facebook page for a list of the pets who will be at each clinic. Pets available for adoption can be viewed anytime at www.homesforanimals.com

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Community

Child’s family in need of help

Nelson Friends of the Family

It is likely that you have visited the doc-tor or hospital at some time or another with your own children. Although concerning, it was probably for a minor or relatively short term ailment or injury.

Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

For families liv-ing with the everyday reality of childhood acute or chronic life threatening illness or injury the stresses are many. Understandably the emotional toll is unthinkable, but the hospital visits alone can greatly impact family life and finances.

Imagine for a mo-ment how it would be for those families if they had their financial worries removed so they could focus on their ailing child and families. Well, that’s what the founders of the Nelson Friends of the Family wanted for their community. As a result they created a fund in 1999 that would relieve some of the costs associated with essential hospital stays and specialist visits out of our region. To date that fund has raised and donated close to $500,000.

Currently the orga-nization has a Nelson family in need of this support. The fam-ily wishes to remain anonymous for the pro-tection of their child, so Nelson Friends of the Family is receiv-ing donations on their behalf.

The seven year old “Child Anon” was born with the rare vascular malformation Parkes Weber Syndrome and has already experi-

enced many hospital and specialist visits. A lifetime of treatment at an out-of-province hos-pital is foreseen, as is the resulting financial need. The family could really use your help.

Nelson has been a very supportive com-munity for families such as this in the past so they are hoping it can find a way of doing so once again.

Donations may be made for “Child Anon” either by cheque to Nelson Friends of the

Family c/o Box 1190, Nelson, V1L 6H3 or di-rectly deposited to the Friends of the Family account No. 10325027 at the Nelson and District Credit Union. A tax receipt may be issued for amounts over $20 upon request (whereupon name and address is required).

Knowing how gener-ous our community is Nelson Friends of the Family sincerely thank you in advance for your support of this child and family.

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Students Raise Cash for Grizzly Protectionphoto submitted

Cheryl Grant’s WildFlower II class put on a play for Mother’s Day and donated $307.15 of the proceeds to West Kootenay EcoSociety. The EcoSociety will use the funds to raise awareness about protecting grizzlies and their habitats, including a display at the Kokanee Creek Provincial Park Nature Centre, which will open in July. Pictured here is EcoSociety executive director David Reid (wearing bicycle helmet), gratefully receiving a cheque from the Wildflower II class.

Nelson Friends of the Family director Russ Bouree stands outside the Nelson and District Credit Union with the envelopes people can use to donate to a local family that needs help with their sick child.

Greg Nesteroff photo

Whether you like to ride a skateboard, a bike or a big rubber ducky, Slocan Val-ley Recreation might have something to keep your summer interesting. Kids to adults will find all kinds of great programs com-ing in the months ahead from the Fun Centre of the Slocan Valley!

For kids the summer will start off with golf lessons happening at the Valleyview Golf Club and tennis lessons happening at Mt. Sentinel School. Both lessons are being run by area professionals.

The Birds, Bugs, and Bees Summer Arts Week from July 11 to 15 brings in a variety of guest artists instructing two different age groups. Everything from felting to clay work to feather art to bookmak-

ing and breakdance will be featured. Also expect a lot of great surprises. The program has support from the Slocan Valley Arts Council and the Slocan Valley Legion to make it affordable.

If you’re into skate-boarding, BC Action Adventures and the Black Russian Skate Team will be returning to Tenacity Skate Park in Slocan from July 18 to 22 for a third year. Lots of skate time, barbecues, road trips and swag like you wouldn’t believe. This class always fills up so sign up early.

Rhythmic dance com-bines sport with creativity and is going on at Winlaw School in early August.

Summer swim lessons will once again be happen-ing at the Slocan Beach over the last two weeks of the month. Outdoor

babysitter training is being offered at both the Bonnington Park and Slocan Beach as well!

For adults, Shanoon Bennett will host a sum-mer edibles bike ride and Colin Payne will offer an in-depth day on nature photography.

For the whole family the 17th Annual Poker Float on the mighty meandering Slocan River is happening on Sunday, August 7. Hop in your inflatable, put on a silly hat and join us for a friendly game of cards followed by live music and refreshments at the Win-law Nature Park.

For more on these programs, contact Slo-can Valley Recreation at 250-226-0008, by email at [email protected] or join us on Face-book and stay in touch with everything.

Summer means more fun in the Slocan Valley

Get Planning

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