golden star, june 13, 2012
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June 13, 2012 edition of the Golden StarTRANSCRIPT
DARE students get to graduate................................16
■ COMMUNITY:
New x-ray equipment installed.............................. 4
Getting set to race on a new Pump Track .............................17
■ NEWS:
■ SPORTS:
Juno winners at the Rockewater............................ 13
■ ARTS & CULTURE:
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The Golden Dolphins Swim Club gathered at the Golden Swimming Pool, on the chilly morning of Saturday June 9, for a team photo and their first “fun” swim meet of the season. Their first competitive swim meet will be in Lumby, B.C. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Golden responds to flood warningsJessica [email protected]
The Kicking Horse River, swollen from last week’s high rain fall, rose to record levels (having reached a 20-year water height event), and gave the Town of Golden a bit of a scare, as the British Col-umbia River Forecast Centre issued a flood watch for the region.
The flood watch was initially put into effect on Wednesday June 6, as the muddy water full of debris inched closer to the top of the dyke. The last time the town issued a flood watch was in 2007 when there was significant ice jamming.
Golden’s Emergency Operations Centre was also
put to action as they were brought to Response Activa-tion Level 1, and raised to Response Activation Level 2 on the afternoon of June 7. And the Provincial Region-al Emergency Operations Centre in Nelson and the Provincial Emergency Co-ordination Centre in Vic-toria provided the necessary support, including time-ly and detailed meteorological products.
The situation remained stable going into the week-end, but the Town took several precautions to limit the amount of damage, had the river continued to rise.
The alley along the river, behind the businesses on 9th Avenue North, was closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic, and was enforced by personnel on site.
Cement barriers were placed along the same alley,
and were backed up by a water-inflatable dyke protec-tion bladder, or “aquadam.”
“The aquadam was positioned in the area most threatened, being a componenet of the lowest sec-tion of the dyke within the town boundaries - from the Highway 95 bridge to the timber frame pedestrian bridge,” said Jon Wilsgard, manager of corporate ser-vices for the Town of Golden “On June 7, the river came within seven inches of breaching the dyke.”
The unfavourable weather predictions and concern over the freezing level in the mountains between Field and Golden (as they both define the flow and level of the Kicking Horse River at Golden), kept the Town on edge for several days.
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Rural cycling is the focus of an international confer-ence on Salt Spring Island, and Golden Mayor Chris-tina Benty has been invited to speak.
Velo Village, a precurser to the major event, Velo-City Global 2012 in Vancouver, is a project of Island Pathways, an organization that has been supporting safe, active transportation for almost 25 years.
“Velo-City Global is the world’s premier internation-al cycling planning conference. If offers delegates from around the world a chance to share best practices for creating and sustaining cycling-friendly cities, where bicycles are valued as a part of daily transport and recreation,” said Benty.
A slate of interdisciplinary speakers will be at Velo Village, highlighting the rural cycling value propos-ition by connecting the dots between rural, suburban and urban cycling worlds. Politicians, professionals and community leaders from all over North America will be presenting. It may seem unusual that the mayor of such a small community be invited as a guest speaker at a global event. But Golden has a unique program that has caught Velo Village’s attention.
“I will be speaking about Golden’s bike share pro-gram. It has garnered interest because we are the small-est community in Canada to have a bike share pro-gram,” said Benty. “I will be outlining how we got here and where we are going.”
Not only does Golden have an innovative program within the town boundaries, it also has some of the most exciting cycling trails in the province.
“Because it is an international conference, it will pro-vide Golden with some positive exposure as a bike friendly community,” said Benty. The conference is attracting cycling enthusiasts from around the world to see what different communities are doing.
“I plan on taking some Tourism Golden material to promote Golden as a cycling destination for all levels.”
On the Velo Vancouver website it states the confer-ence is a place where, “Spotlighting cities and regions around the world, small, medium, and large that are enabling and encouraging people of all ages to choose cycling as a daily form of active transportation and recreation. This includes the Forerunner Cities that are achieving significant cycling success as well as the Climbing Cities that are taking significant steps forward to improve cycling in their community.”
Special help on Camp DayVolunteers and Tim Hortons employees were spending June 6 collecting money to help send kids to camp.Pictured left to right are Amber Brunner, Nicki-Jo Wolfram, Spencer Lainchbury, Brianna Kelley, Tami Carter, Judy Caughlin, Donna Wiersma and Chris Wolfram. Anyone interested in learning more about Camp Day or making an online donation can go to www.timhortons.com to see how they can contribute.Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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At its regular open meeting held May 29, 2012, the Town of Golden Council gave public notice to the Columbia Shuswap Regional District and the Golden and Area Community Economic Development Soci-ety that as of December 31, 2013 it will no longer be a part of the Com-munity Economic Development Services Agreement that currently binds the three entities. This will effectively terminate the program.
The accord, which is also known as the “Tripartite Agreement,” has for the last 10 years been the basis for defining the funding model by the two government bodies for the society as well as the roles and respon-sibilities for all three.
“This was a difficult decision to make, given a decade of history with GAI, and some significant achievements it has made”, said Mayor Christina Benty. “But as one of the members of the society Council feels that its governance framework is not working. Council has stated that it still feels an economic development function in our community is important, and giving notice of termination of the Tripartite Agree-ment was the only real way to compel the local government partners to examine other models of delivery by imposing a deadline upon the current one.”
“We are now faced with a myriad of possible options for delivering economic development services either singularly or jointly with the regional district”, said Coun. Caleb Moss. “On one hand, it could be as simple as changing the terms of the Tripartite Agreement to address our wants and concerns; on the other, it could result in a complete-ly new model for delivery. It is our intention to begin exploring all the possibilities with the regional district over the next several months.”
Under its trade name Golden Area Initiatives was registered as a non-profit society in 2002, and has just four ongoing members. The Town of Golden Council, The Electoral Area Director, the CAO of the Town of Golden and the CAO of the regional district.
The board of seven directors are appointed annually, one each by both the Town Council and the Electoral Area Director and three joint-ly between them. The mayor of the Town of Golden and the Electoral Area Director are automatically appointed to the board.
Notable deliverables by the society have included the construc-tion and ownership of the BC Visitor Centre, numerous and updated investment publications, film commission activity, community plan-ning, investment, and collaboration initiatives, local and regional rep-resentation on boards and committees associated with local commun-ity development, and a recently developed high profile web and social media presence for the community.
Funding agreement for Golden Area Initiatives to end
Columbia River Treaty info session coming to GoldenDarryl [email protected]
The Columbia River Treaty Local Govern-ments’ Committee is hosting information ses-sions in seven communities-including Golden on Tuesday, June 19 to inform Basin residents on how to take part in the provincial consulta-tions on the Columbia River Treaty (CRT).
The Province is getting set to do its consulta-tion to review the 1964 Columbia River Treaty between Canada and the U.S. this spring. The sessions are one way to consult with people in B.C. to ensure their concerns are heard.
“The information session in Golden is host-ed by local governments, with support from Columbia Basin Trust, and will include an open house starting at 3 p.m., a chance to dis-cuss issues with experts from 5 p.m. to 6:30, and a free dinner so people can continue talk-ing and sharing ideas before the consultation workshop with the Province at 7 p.m.,” says Deb Kozak, CRT Local Governments’ Com-mittee Chair and Councillor, City of Nelson.
The meeting in Golden will be held at the Golden Civic Centre starting with an Open House from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., followed with a discussion from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m and a Prov-incial Consultation Workshop at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The information sessions in Golden will give residents a chance to get answers to ques-tions they raised during 2011 information ses-sions and to prepare for the provincial consul-tation.
“It is important that residents be involved in the process and engage in positive and pro-ductive dialogue on the future of the CRT,” says Christina Benty, Mayor, Town of Golden and member of the CRT Local Governments’ Committee.
If you can’t attend an information session, you can learn more on your own schedule by taking an online tutorial at www.cbt.org/crt/tutorial. For more information about any of these upcoming opportunities to learn more about the Columbia River Treaty visit www.cbt.org/crt.
“Columbia Basin Trust’s primary role is to act as a resource for Basin residents and local governments. That’s why we’re working with the Columbia River Treaty Local Govern-ments’ Committee and the Province to ensure this region and its residents are informed and actively engaged in Treaty-related issues,” says Garry Merkel, Chair, Columbia Basin Trust Board.
The CRT is an international agreement between Canada and the United States to co-ordinate flood control and optimize hydro-
electric power generation on both sides of the border.
Under the 1964 treaty, three dams were con-structed in Canada, including Mica, Duncan and Hugh Keenleyside. A fourth dam, Libby, was constructed in Montana. Its reservoir, the Koocanusa, extends 67 kilometres into Can-ada. Since its ratification in 1964 the CRT has influenced the management of the Columbia and Kootenay River systems in both Canada and the United States. Residents in the Colum-bia Basin, on both sides of the border, will be directly affected by any decision related to the future of the CRT and will shape transbound-ary water management across the entire Col-umbia Basin for decades to come.
The CRT has no official expiry date, but has a minimum length of 60 years, which is met in September 2024.
Either Canada or the United States can ter-minate many of the provisions of the agree-ment effective any time after September 2024, provided written notice is filed at least 10 years in advance (2014).
While no decision has been made by either Canada or the United States on the future of the current treaty, given the importance of the issues, and the approaching date of 2014, both countries are now conducting studies and exploring future options for the CRT.
Cops help kidsGolden’s Matthew Fouron received an iPad from Mike Hull, a representa-tive from Cops for Kids on Thursday June 7. Matthew suffers from a complex neuro-mo-tor disorder, which strongly affects his fine motor skills, as well as some visual and hearing loss. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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The Golden Golf Club has initiated a new program to reduce possible conflict between people and bears.
Staff of the club met with Sadie Parr, Bear Aware - Program Co-ordinator for the Town of Golden and Conservation Officer Justin Bell to develop a plan. The club is currently implementing a pro-
gram at the golf course to prevent bear habituation and any pos-sible conditioning to human foods.
Patrick Chury, General Manager of the Golden Golf Club explained the steps which were being take at the course.
“Our program starts with removing all non bear-proof gar-bage and recycle receptacles from the golf course and clubhouse grounds. We installed two new bear-proof garbage and recycle receptacles for the clubhouse grounds area,” Chury said. He went
on to explain the club has also added secure and bear-proof com-mercial garbage and recycle receptacles, has implemented a “Pack In - Pack Out” program for our members and guests while providing free garbage bags compliments of Sobeys in Golden.
The club will also be hoping to educate their guests through posters, handouts, and in person at the Pro Shop counter.
Chury felt these changes will be positive for the Club and “we are excited to be moving in this direction.”
Limiting bear interaction on the links at the Golden Golf Club
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritagesubmitted
Arts and culture in the Kootenays received a boost today that will help stimulate the economy and promote jobs and growth. Funding for the Golden District Arts Council was announced by David Wilks, Member of Parliament (Kootenay–Columbia), on behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Can-adian Heritage and Official Languages and Senior Regional Minister for British Columbia.
Funding will support the 2012–2013 and 2013–2014 per-forming arts series, to be presented in Golden’s newly renovat-ed Civic Centre. This investment will provide residents and vis-itors alike with access to live performances, in a variety of disci-plines, by emerging and established artists from British Colum-bia and across Canada.
“Our Government received a strong mandate from Can-adians to invest in organizations that showcase and promote Canada’s talent,” said Minister Moore. “By supporting this local performing arts series, our Government is delivering on its commitment to strengthen our economy, create jobs, and support arts, culture and heritage.”
“Investing in arts and culture is central to the economic health of communities across Canada,” said Mr. Wilks. “The Golden District Arts Council continues to present high-calibre arts per-formances for residents and tourists. I am thrilled to see arts and culture alive and thriving in Golden.”
“Kicking Horse Culture is delighted and grateful for the Gov-ernment of Canada’s continuing support of Golden’s Live Kicks performing arts series,” said Bill Usher, Executive Direc-tor, Kicking Horse Culture. “Combined with the support of our members and audiences, local business champions and other
funders, the Canada Arts Presentation Fund program provides the opportunity for us to present Canadian artists, performing a diverse mix of music, theatre and dance programming, to our rural community. This all helps make our small town a great place to live and to visit!” The Golden District Arts Coun-cil is a non-profit organization that aims to support, develop and present arts and cultural programming and arts education opportunities in the community. Since 2004, the Council has presented under the banner Kicking Horse Culture.
The Government of Canada has provided funding of $20,000 over two years (2012–2014) through the Canada Arts Presenta-tion Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage. This pro-gram gives Canadians increased access to the variety and rich-ness of Canada’s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional performances, and other art-istic experiences.
Local Arts community receives funding from Canadian Heritage
Golden Hospital gets new equipment
After a few delays, the new X-ray machine has finally been installed at the Golden and District Hospital. It replaced a machine that had been there since 1996, making it one of the oldest in Interior Health. Mayor Christina Benty, from left, and Interior Health’s Thalia Vesterback pose with Elizabeth Webb and Tami Colonna from the hospital’s diagnostic imaging unit and the new X-ray machine. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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Dyke not breached but some parts of Golden suffered damagecontinued from page 1
But the emergency plan processes went smoothly.“The Town has an emergency plan process to which we apply
BCERMS (BC Emergency Response Management System) organizational structure to address the emergency, adjusted to the scope and nature of its severity,” said Wilsgard.
“The Province has stated its appreciation for the efficiency and effectiveness of our ability to mobilize our Emergency Operations Centre and deal with this to the extent that we can locally.”
The river did not breach the dyke, but there was still damage caused by the river and the unusual weather the region has been experiencing. There was some erosion on the Kicking Horse upriver, in the Beaverfoot Area (none in town as the entire length of the river within town boundaries is hardened with dykes).
The area around Hospital Creek experienced flooding with water running on to the property of the Brookside Motel, which has cabins on either side of the creek. On the morning of Friday June 8, there was water gushing through the Brookside grounds, and down to the train tracks.
Some community members had helped fill sandbags the pre-
vious evening, but it was not enough to prevent the waters from Hospital Creek from reaching the cabins.
Outside of town, Highway 1 between Golden and Revelstoke was closed for nearly 24 hours ( June 6 to June 7) as a mudslide in Glacier National Park covered the road.
Crews were working 24/7 to get the highway open said Jacolyn M. Daniluck, communications officer with Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks. It was no easy task. There was no pavement visible on certain sections of the road as thick mud and debris covered it entirely.
The road re-opened around noon on June 7.
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The Board of Governors of College of the Rockies (COTR) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members.
Appointed to the College Board through Prov-incial Order in Council are Glen D. Campbell of Sparwood and A. Kenneth Hoeppner of Golden for terms ending December 31, 2014.
Mr. Hoeppner is Professor, Emeritus, and Associate Vice President Research, Emeritus, at Mount Royal University in Calgary where he has taught since 1987 starting in the English Department. Previously, he taught at the Uni-
versity of Calgary, Medicine Hat College, and Mount Royal College.
Active in his community, Mr. Hoeppner served as President of the Golden and Area Community Economic Development Society, and as Co-Chair and Chair of the Golden and District Arts Council. Mr. Hoeppner holds his Bachelor of Education from the University of Saskatchewan and his Master of Arts and Doc-torate from the University of Calgary.
Mr. Campbell is the Manager of Human Resources for the coal business unit of Teck Resources Limited and Teck Coal Limited in Sparwood, BC. Previously, he was the Super-intendent of Employee Relations at the Fording
River Mine in Elkford, BC and held the same position at the Line Creek Mine in Sparwood, both for Teck Resources. Prior to this, he worked in various human resources positions for Teck at their smelter and refinery in Trail, BC and their Sullivan Mine in Kimberley, BC; and also with Skeena Cellulose Inc. in Prince Rupert, BC.
Mr. Campbell holds his Bachelor of Com-merce in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management from the University of British Columbia as well as a Certified Human Resource Professional designation.
Mr. Campbell and Mr. Hoeppner join pre-viously appointed members Orest Federko (Board Chair), Richard Reinders (Vice-Chair),
Rob Ondrik, Joe Pierre, David Handy, Doris Penner, Jim Abbott and Gloria Perry; COTR elected faculty representative member Grant Unger; COTR elected support staff represent-ative member Colin Martyniuk; elected stu-dent representative member David Wiebe and Katie Hamar; and Jim Bailey, COTR Education Council Chair.
“I’m pleased to welcome Glen and Ken to the College’s Board of Governors,” said COTR President and CEO Dr. Nick Rubidge. “Their unique skills and experiences will serve the Board well and I look forward to working with them in the years ahead.”
College of the Rockies Board of Governors announces appointments
The waters of Hospital Creek overflowed on June 8, flooding the grounds of Brookside Motel. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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It has been a busy time due to Mother Nature getting seemingly upset at everyone in British Columbia.
Walking into work and hearing about mudslides to the West and rock slides to the East compounded with rain falling in a way where many conversations involved which type of boat to build is never a way you want a day to start.
One of the most interesting facts that come from weath-er like this is just how many people wander out to literal-ly take a look at how high the water has become.
Every day while the river was flowing downstream people were out having a look, taking the odd picture or video and discussing when the last time water had got that high.
It was as if the town meetings had moved to the side of the riverbank.
As with any discussion in town as of late people were look-ing at the water and debating how much if any money should be put into the proposed dyke project.
That debate seemingly only got more spirited as water lev-els went up and down.
Of course no matter where the water ended up the debate was going to rage.
People can take any incident and turn it into a point which will support their side of an argument. It was close to going over versus it didn’t
One thing which should not be lost is the devastation which can truly change a person’s life during an event like this.
I myself have been through many different types of natur-al disasters and after some serious earthquakes I have to admit rain does not have quite the same effect or concern for me even though it should be respected.
Families who do not live in the area go through a great deal when the word flood gets thrown around. Stress goes well beyond the borders of the town.
Locally the waters did rise and do damage to property and at least one local business.
When you look at the province and see streets which have become rivers you realize how dangerous situations like this can get.
It could be said we were lucky in many ways. One thing which should be taken from times like this is what
you can learn for the next time. Flood waters will rise in this town like many others again at
some point and those who look after emergency situations are in the unique place where they deal with the situation at hand while also taking notes and seeing what can be done the next time something happens.
Whether it is water or fire, mud or rocks residents have to hope something beneficial comes out of the times which affects the residents they serve. .
This time we have to see the lessons learned put in place to provide even better protection where people need it.
One last point to be made should be a thank you to those who went out to help their neighbours or sat out back making sure no one went down the back road near the river.
It says a great deal about a community where you hear stor-ies of friends and strangers who give of their time to help others and sitting in a back alley watching the river rise and fall is no fun way to spend a weekend.
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POLL OF THE WEEKAre you well informed about the Bridge2Bridge project?
Yes 56% No 43%This week’s poll question: Are you concerned about the Road Rescue issues on
highways around Golden ?log onto www.thegoldenstar.net to make your vote count
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Bridge2 BridgeI have reviewed Urban Systems
report Bridge-to-Bridge which is pos-itioned as a Project Justification / Busi-ness Case. It appears that Urban Sys-tems billed the town some $70,322 for this report with an additional $29,960.75 paid to Matrix Solutions Inc.
I understand that Urban Systems has had a 15 year ‘relationship’ with the Town of Golden.
During this period it is not clear how often Urban Systems was the sole ser-vice provider without any competitive bidding.
As a former consultant, used to writ-ing proposals in response to Requests for Proposals, in my opinion, much of the ‘information’ provided in this report is general knowledge that one would expect a qualified consultant to include in a proposal to demonstrate
that they fully understand the problem to be addressed in subsequent consult-ing work.
It is more difficult to assess the asso-ciated four-page report by Matrix Solutions purporting to be a Hydro-technical Assessment, as no informa-tion is provided on the details of the hydraulic modelling, assumptions employed etc.
As someone who used to do hydraul-ic modelling in the 1980s, $29,000 should be able to buy an awful lot of modelling.
I question whether the Town and the ratepayers are receiving real value for the funds expaended?
In the longer term, it makes eminent sense to address the issue of the dykes and risk of flooding but if one is serious about estimating flood levels on the Kicking Horse, then one has to consid-er the effect of water levels in the Col-umbia River in combination with the
impact of gravel transport and depos-ition.
This would require some fairly sophisticated hydraulic modelling and considerable expertise, not found in most engineering firms.
Estimating gravel bed transport is a very tricky challenge, however the amount of sediment transported through the canyon and deposited in the lower reach through the townsite is very significant.
The importance of removing grav-el on a regular basis from the town-site reach cannot be overstated; the alternative is to be continually raising the elevation of the dykes to provide enough freeboard as the river deposits sediment in the lower reach.
David P. Jones, M.Sc., MBA
Facts about the teacher’s conflict
Here are some of the rea-sons why the teachers are pro-testing what is happening to the education system in BC.
- Class size limits and class size averages have been removed. The government says they will pay teachers
more when they have a large number of students in their classes, but no teacher I know thinks more money for the teacher is a solution to over-sized classrooms.
- There is no guarantee for a librarian in a school. This was taken away in 2002. Now there are fewer teacher librar-ians than ever before.
- There is now no limit to the number of special needs students per class.
- Funding has not kept up with inflation, meaning that there is less money for instruc-tion every year, and less fund-ing for classroom materials.
And most of all, the reason why every citizen should be concerned about this labour
conflict is that the govern-ment legislated an end to the fair process of negotiation entitled to every Canadian under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Christine Bernier Lady Grey Grade 5/6 FI teacher
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- MLA Report -By Norm Macdonald
Dog ConcernsComments: Dear Golden Star.I’m writing in regards to the multiple dog attack on
Isabelle Simard accruing at the Northern Lights Wild-life Center. I feel that the other dog who joined in has been forgotten about. Hopi, if I’m spelling the female dog’s name correctly, is still at large. As I live on the same street, I see her frequently roaming the neigh-bourhood unattended. It would seem even more fre-quent since the attack. I see her loose on her property with children and wonder if the parents realize that dog just attacked a women. What if Hopi decided to attack a paying costumer? Is that really The Wolf Centers risk to take? Should there at least be beware of dogs signs warn-ing the people they invite on their property.
I have not been able to walk past the center to get to the mailboxes with my own dogs without being attack ed by the karelian in the past. And certainly don’t feel any safer now.
My reason behind this letter is to bring awareness to the public, that this dog is free to roam and she is aggres-sive.
Thank you for your time.Sincerely Worried Sylvia Verhaeghe Golden
One of the most significant pieces of legislation that was passed in this Spring’s legislative session was the bill that brings back the Provincial Sales Tax (PST). Although the legislation passed on May 31, the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will not actually end until April 1, 2013.
The people of British Columbia fought long and hard to get rid of the HST and so it is certainly a credit to the citizenry that the BC Liberals were forced to take this action.
And for that reason, the passage of this legisla-tion should be celebrated.
But as often is the case with the BC Liberals, important legislation is passed without significant and necessary oversight and debate. In the case of the PST bill, it was introduced to the House with only 8 days remaining in the legislative calendar.
This bill contained 255 sections and nearly 200
pages. This very important legislation should have
been presented to the House near the beginning of the legislative session to ensure that Members of the Legislature had time to properly examine the act.
The opposition needs time to fully question the government on every single section. That is how we ensure that legislation is written that protects the best interest of the public.
With only 8 days, it was impossible to fully scru-tinize this legislation, but the BC Liberals cut off debate and passed it anyway.
The new PST is supposed to replicate the pre-vious tax system, but one key difference that one finds upon investigation of the new legislation is that much of the detail surrounding the establish-ment of the tax and any new changes to the tax can
now be dealt with by regulation. The old PST required all changes be done
through legislation which makes possible the full scrutiny of the House and the public.
While this may seem to be a small thing, it is indicative of the way most things are now done by the BC Liberal government. It is a continued cen-tralization of power to the Premier’s Office and the Cabinet, and it is a lessening of our democrat-ic rights.
For 11 years, the BC Liberals have fundamental-ly changed decision-making in this province.
In case after case, you have less and less say in how your province is run.
It’s up to us to stand up against this constant ero-sion of our democratic system. And remember, just like the battle against the HST, it is in fact still you, the voter, that has the final say.
NO NEED for BRIDGE TO BRIDGEIn the last week we have experienced torrential rains, the likes
of which this area has seldom if ever experienced.These rainfalls caused a major high water event which was
almost unprecedented in the town’s history. These rains very clearly demonstrated that the existing dykes in
the area of the proposed Bridge to Bridge Project (B2B) are more than sufficient to prevent a flood.
In fact, at the high water mark there was still approximately three feet of clearance between the top of the dyke and the Kick-ing Horse River.
During the high water event we witnessed the deployment of the Town’s temporary dykes.
These units appeared to be more than sufficient to meet the needs of the community.
I wonder how expensive each unit is? How many meters could we purchase with the $4.5 million
Mayor Benty and council is proposing to spend on B2B?Why was the temporary dyke deployed where it wasn’t need-
ed when another long established local business; the Brookside Motel was actually being flooded and under water?
Why didn’t this business receive protection from the tempor-ary dykes?
What vital municipal infrastructures was the town trying to pro-tect?
A book store and a health supplement shop?In last week’s paper Mayor Benty justified B2B on the basis of
preventing an “economic and social disaster and a crippling of the community’s operating systems”.
What vital operating systems is she referring to? What social or economic disaster is she trying to prevent?
The most important community facilities and operating sys-tems like the hospital & Durand Manor, medical clinic, pharma-cies, fire-hall, police station, ambulance service, BC Hydro sub-station, Telus communication center, cable TV satellite station, sewage & water treatment plants, courthouse and provincial gov-ernment offices, town hall, library, Civic Center, Senior Center, college, pool, arena, Rec-plex, airport, rail yards, industrial area, vital commercial/retail operations and the majority of the resi-dential homes in Golden are across the river from the proposed B2B site.
None of these services, homes or businesses will be protected by B2B.
All of these vital services, homes and businesses are in a historic flood plain and have the highest degree of risk.
Most commercial businesses and property owners in the area of the proposed B2B should have flood and water damage insur-ance or can obtain it.
A substantial portion of any losses incurred as a result of a flood would be recovered from their insurers. While there would be some economic impact it would not be a disaster provided busi-nesses had the available insurance.
While some flooding in the old business district would be an inconvenience it would not be a social or economic disaster.
In this time of economic uncertainty Mayor Benty and town council need to show fiscal restraint and curtail all but essential spending and borrowing.
We have other priorities like our roads, sewers and water mains that need to be replaced or repaired.
The B2B is not an essential project and should be scrapped.With a population and tax base that is decreasing we can’t afford
it and as the recent rains have demonstrated we don’t need it.Yours truly Bob Munro Golden, BC
The voter still has the final say
Field issues Our MP, David Wilks, has told the people of Field that they need to
come up with their own solution to the catastrophe created by Parks Canada by shutting down the visitor centre there during the winter.
I would like to humbly propose a solution on their behalf: the people of Field should become a Large US Corporation.
The Park Superintendent is pleased to override opposition to allow Brewster Travel Canada develop the Sunwapta Valley with their Glass-Floored Observation Platform so that they can collect money from people normally too lazy to get out of their cars.
Don’t be fooled by the name; Brewster was bought out by an Amer-ican firm in 1996.
Tough luck, though, if you are just a resident trying to eke out a liv-ing in the Parks by operating a B&B or a pottery shop, or someone who wants to actually get outside in the winter and enjoy the Park as it is.
If some large US Corporation decides sometime in the future to build a Glass-Floored Observation Platform over the Kicking Horse River, those tourists willing to stop their cars on their way through Yoho Park long enough to fork out some cash may be lucky enough to look down between their swollen ankles and see the wreckage of some former local business washing away downstream from the ghost town of Field.
Chris Jinot Golden
Black bear cub killed on Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park
Sarah FabbriParks CanadaA black bear cub was struck and killed
by a vehicle on the Trans-Canada High-way near Field, BC in Yoho National Park on Friday, June 1. The evening incident occurred around a corner in the west-bound lane.
Parks Canada is extremely saddened by the loss of this animal and asks visitors and residents to help bears, and other wildlife, survive.
While driving on our highways obey posted speed limits and drive for the con-ditions.
Be extra vigilant at dusk and dawn as these are the most active times of day for many larger animals in the mountain parks.
As green up in the mountains continues this spring, Parks Canada reminds every-
one to be “Bear Aware” in order to keep both people, and bears, safe.
Do not approach or feed bears, make lots of noise, travel in groups, walk your dog on a leash, carry bear spray and know how to use it, do not leave food out and store garbage in appropriate containers.
Report all bear sightings to Banff Dis-patch at 1-888-WARDENS.
Helpful observations include day, time and location of sighting, whether the ani-mal had a collar or ear tag (and which ear), and its behaviour.
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Golden Cinema PresentsSnow White & the HuntsmenFriday June 8th-Thursday June 14th at 7pm. late shows Friday & Saturday at 9:30pm.
Madagascar 3 (3D & 2D)3D shows Friday June 15th-Thursday June 21st at 7pm. matinees on Saturday & Sunda yat 2pm. Special 2D show on Sunday only at 4:30pm. This Week
Back to School Pack supply order forms have been distrib-uted at APES & LGES. If you have not received yours con-tact DJ’S Paper Place 250-344-6414 to order.
The Golden Family Center new office hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm with lunch at the same time, from 12pm to 1pm.
A.P.E.S. After School ProgramEvery Monday to Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Alexander Park Elementary. For more info or to register, please contact the After School Program man-ager at 272-0425.
Wed, June 13Jam Night - Open Michosted by Jeremy at the Rock-water Grill & Bar.
Golden Farmers’ MarketWednesdays staring June 13 through to August 29 at the CP parking lot, 2pm-7pm. Local food, local art, local music. For more info [email protected]. Golden Citizens on Patrol AGMWed. June 13, 7pm at the Ramada Meeting Room. New members welcome.
Positive DisciplineA free parenting education pro-gram every Wednesday from 3:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Alexan-der Park Elementary, Strong Start room for children, Music room for parents. (Snacks and childcare provided for children). For more info Rachel or Carrie at the Golden Family Centre - 250-344-2000.
Afterschool Shakeup – FREE homework help for students in grades 8 to 12. Every Wed-
nesday, 3:30 – 5 p.m. in the Golden Secondary School portable from now until June 2012. Call 250-439-9665 for more information.
Thurs, June 14 Ben & Eric Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub.
Rotary Club of Golden AGMThursday, June 14, Canyon’s Edge Restaurant. RSVP to Bob Finnie 250-344-2171.
Golden Museum AGM, Thurs-day, June 14, 5pm at the Museum (1302-11th Ave. S). Potluck and everyone welcome.
Youth Action Group Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Golden Secondary portable from now until June 2012. This free program aims to create more opportunities for youth in Golden! Call 250-439-9665 for more information.
Fri, June 15Shotgun Dolls. Rock n roll with blues, classic rock and stoner rock at the Rockwater Grill & Bar.
Sat, June 16Karaoke Night The Mad Trapper hosts a kara-oke night every Saturday.
Bass Workshops DJs. Bass, drums, beats, dubstep, Dr. ytac-tics & sereal Slayer at the Rock-water Grill and Bar.
Nature’s WIld Edible FoodsSaturday June 16, 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Registration is lim-ited to 15 people so get your spot soon. Cost is $15 for WIld-sight members and $20 for non-members. To register, please contact [email protected] or 250-344-4961.
EK Brain Injury BBQ at Over-waitea, Saturday, June 16 from 11am-3pm. June is Brain injury month.
Golden Local Season Pass Sale ends June 16. Call 1-800-258-SNOW(7669) or email skikick-inghorse.com..
GMSA Wind-Up Tournament & BBQ at Keith King Memorial
Fields, Sat & Sun, June 16 & 17 at 11am.Columbia Electoral Area ‘A’ Telivision AGM Saturday, June 16 at noon open to the public.
Golden Cycling Club Volunteer Day. Columbia River/Kicking Horse Bridge, Saturday, June 16, 9am-1pm. CBT Mainline trail work with lunch provided.
Strength in Numbers-Bike Mov-ie at the Golden Cinema, Sat-urday, June16, 9-11pm. $10 or $9 for Bike Club Members-bring ID.
Durand Manor onSun, June 17GMSA Wind-Up Tournament & BBQ at Keith King Memorial Fields, Sat & Sun, June 16 & 17 at 11am.
Catholic Church of Sacred Heart 808-11th St. S. Summer Mass schedule, Saturday 7pm, Sunday 10am. Weekday Mass-es are posted at the church.
Junior Climbing Club Sundays 12:30-2pm. Cost $45 for a 4 session punch card. Booking is recommended, call Ian or Rachel, 250-344-6444. www.dogtoothgym.com.
Legion Annual Father’s Day Golf Tournament, Sunday, June 17. Signup @ the Legion. Din-ner and prizes to follow. For more info call 250-344-6214 or email [email protected].
Mon, June 18Good for Grapes. Live music with this 6 piece folk, alternative band that has inspired the “Folk Stomp”. Come out and dance at the Rockwater Grill & Bar.
Grief and loss support groupMondays, 7:30pm at the Pentacostal Church, 717 10th St. Call Jim, 250-344-2459.
Tues, June 19John Jenkins & FriendsLive acoustic mountain folk, Rock, Reggae, improv. Starts at 8pm at Rockwater Grill & Bar.
Afterschool Shakedown – FREE homework help for stu-dents in Grades 3 to 7. Every Tuesday, 3:30 – 5 p.m. at the Lion’s Den (below the pub-
lic library) from now until June 2012. This program aims to help students with homework and areas of difficulty such as read-ing, writing and math. Call 439-9665 for more information.
Upcoming EventsGolden Women’s Resource Centre, AGM Wednesday, June 20 at KickingHorse Riv-er Lodge, 6pm mingle, 6:30pm AGM starts. For more info contact Linley at the Golden Women’s Resource Centre, 250-344-5317.
Kicking Horse Culture Presents Summer Kicks 2012 Down by the Bridge Concerts Wednes-day, June 20 The Boom Booms. Tuesday, June 26 Faye Blais. All ages FREE, shows 7-9pm.
Heavyweights Brass Band, features tons of horns doing upbeat jazz numbers and cov-ers in a great dance party way at the Rockwater Grill & Bar on Friday, June 22.
Bear Aware Electric Fence Workshop on Friday, June 22 from 6-9pm at the Bear Aware office (901-10th St. S).
GADSAR Open House Saturday, June 23 from 11am-4pm. Bur-gers, hotdogs and beverages by donation. HETS(helicopter long line) demonstration at 1pm. New facility is located at 210 Fisher Rd. (airport). Every-one welcome!
Sneak a Peak Weekend at Kick-ing Horse Mountain Resort. Kick off summer operations early, Saturday June 23rd & Sunday June 24th. Bike the trails, hike the peaks, and have scenic lunch at Eagles Eye.
Master Composting Work-shop The Columbia Shuswap Regional Disctict (CSRD) Mas-ter Composting Program, Wild-sight Golden is a supporting partner in this event. Contact [email protected] or 250-344-4961 to register for this free workshop.
Golden & District Historic-al Society AGM Wednesday, June 27, 5pm at the Museum ((1302-11 ave. S). Potluck din-ner followed by presentation by Randle Robertson of the Bur-gess Shale Geoscience founda-tion. Election of officers to fol-low. Everyone welcome.
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What Are We Thinking About When We Drive?What are we thinking about when we drive? More and more often I
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I was waiting at a red light watching drivers turn left around me when I began to ponder this. Most of the vehicles I observed turned into the wrong lane and all of those drivers failed to shoulder check and signal as they moved over. If another driver had overtaken them intent on using the outside lane or had decided to turn right from the other side, would these drivers have been able to avoid a collision?
I suspect that their first awareness of any problem would have been the noise and sudden change of direction produced by the collision they were involved in. This is far too late! Awareness of the vehicles around you and anticipation of what their drivers might do are paramount to preserving your own safety as well as that of others.
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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT
The Council of the Town of Golden hereby gives notice that it will consider a resolution to issue a Development Variance Permit for the property noted below at its Regular Open Council Meeting held:
TIME: June 26th 2012 at 7:00 pm
PLACE: Town Hall Council Chambers (810 9th Ave South)
PURPOSE: If approved the Development Variance Permit would reduce the front yard setback from 6.0m to 5.4m and reduce the side yard setback from 6.0 to 1.5m in Part 24 section 24.2.2 of the Town of Golden Zoning Bylaw 911, 1993 on the subject property. The variance is requested to facilitate the construction of an entranceway to the existing Seniors Centre building.
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1401 9th Street South, PARCEL A (SEE XB9664) SECTION 7 TOWNSHIP 27 RANGE 21 WEST OF THE 5TH MERIDIAN KOOTENAY DISTRICT EXCEPT PART INCLUDED IN PLANS 18570,19056, NEP19417 AND NEP19672 as shown on the following map:
A copy of the proposed Development Variance Permit and background material including Staff Reports, and the application package may be inspected at the Town Hall from Wednesday June 13th to Tuesday June 26th from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday.
All persons who consider themselves affected by the adoption of the proposed Development Variance Permit and who wish to register an opinion may do so by: a. Appearing before Council at the
said Council Meeting; and/or b. Forwarding written submissions
for Council consideration to the attention of the Corporate Officer by any of the following means:
By post: P.O. Box 350, Golden B.C V0A 1H0; By fax: 250-344-6577; By email: [email protected] Any submission made to the Corporate Officer must be received no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on the Wednesday of the Council Meeting held June 26th, 2012.
Dated June 13th, 2012 Jon Wilsgard, Corporate Officer
VARIANCE APPLICATION SUBJECT PROPERTY
MLA Meeting Day
Friday, June 15th
Please call 250 344 4816 to book an appointment
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Bear activity abounds throughout British ColumbiaSadie ParrGolden Bear Aware Com-
munity Co-ordinator
There has been a great deal of bear activity reported across the prov-ince this past month, ran-ging from a black bear destroyed as a result of swatting a man in a hot tub in Whistler to large fines facing a man in Christina Lake for feeding black bears.
Sadie Parr, Golden’s Bear Aware Community coordinator believes that the best bear encounter is one avoided.
Parr says “It is easi-er to manage attractants responsibly to prevent bears from becoming used to people or human food sources than it is to reverse a bear’s behav-iour once it has learned to find food associated with people.” The terms used to describe a these types of bear s are “human habitu-ated” and “human food conditioned”. Unfortu-nately, when a bear has a history of accessing human food sources there is little that can be done to reverse a bears’ drive for these high caloric meals.
Parr recognizes that the Town of Golden has drastically improved its
waste management pro-gram and bylaws over the years, which have resulted in fewer bears accessing residential garbage, few-er bears being destroyed, and fewer potential safe-ty risks for humans. Gold-en’s existing bylaw (# 1257) states that:
“No person shall store, handle or dispose of waste and attractants in such a way that they are access-ible to animals”.
While many people recognize that garbage is a major bear attractant, Parr feels that folks must also understand that bears also love a good barbeque, bird feeder, or unturned compost pile.
“While most people accept that bears are attracted to garbage, many don’t realize that bird feeders and barbe-cues can also be major attractants. Take your bird feeders in over the spring, summer and fall and clean your barbecue after every use. The odours produced by barbequing are easy for a bear to sniff out, as bears have an extremely strong sense of smell.
Unmanaged compost in a residential area is more than just stinky, it is a potential bear attract-ant too! Parr invites locals
to learn how to “Compost with Care in Bear Coun-try” on June 23 at the Mas-ter Composting Work-shop. To sign up for the event contact Carmen Fennell- CSRD Waste Reduction Facilitator, at [email protected] or 250-832-8194.
Parr will also be host-ing an introductory Bear Aware meeting for inter-ested Volunteers Wednes-day June 20, 7 pm at the Bear Aware office (across from Alexander Park Ele-mentary School). She welcomes people to come and learn about what Bear Aware does and how to be involved.
Parr would also like to remind people “Never approach a bear or try to feed it. All wildlife does better when it is able to find and work for natur-al resources. One thing the Golden Bear Aware Program is working on is identifying bear and other wildlife corridors so that future development will take into account trav-el routes and resources bears need to access in order to attain the natur-al resources they need to survive and thrive.”
There will be a free elec-tric fence workshop Fri-day June 22, location to
be determined. This will be an excellent opportun-ity to learn how to proper-ly install and maintain an electric fence. An elec-tric fence has the power to keep grizzly bears out of landfills. Portable elec-tric fences have become an effective tool across the province to prevent con-flicts between both black and grizzly bears and fruit trees, chickens, hogs, bee-hives, hobby farms and other small livestock, but it has to be done correctly.
To learn more about managing wildlife attract-
ants visit the Bear Aware website www.bearaware.bc.ca. For details on the upcoming electric fence workshop stay tuned or contact Sadie Parr at 250-290-1222 or [email protected].
Bear Aware gratefully acknowledges the finan-cial support of the Colum-bia Basin Trust, a region-al corporation created to deliver social, economic, and environmental bene-fits for residents of the Col-umbia Basin. Bear Aware would also like to thank its sponsors: the B.C. Con-
servation Foundation, the B.C. Ministry of Environ-ment, and the Town of Golden.
To report a bear sighting or wildlife incident, call the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 1294, 2011
Notice is hereby given, that a Public Hearing will be held Tuesday June 26th, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Town Office Council Chambers located at 810 9th Avenue South, Golden, BC. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to hear representations from members of the public who deem their interest in property or quality of life affected by the adoption of proposed Town of Golden Zoning Bylaw No. 1294, 2011, which if enacted, will repeal in its entirety, Town of Golden Zoning Bylaw No. 911, 1993. A Public Hearing for the proposed bylaw was originally held October 18th, 2011 after which Council rescinded its original second reading in order that several changes could be affected concerning land use and siting. Second reading then passed again on May 29th, 2012. Because of the changes made following the initial Public Hearing, another one is now required. A Zoning Bylaw provides guidelines and a regulatory framework for the use, siting, and density of land and buildings on all lands within the municipality. Any member of the public, who feels they may be affected by the adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 1294, 2011, may register their opinion by appearing before Council at Public Hearing; and/or forwarding a written submission for Council consideration to the attention of the Corporate Officer by any of the following means: By post: P.O. Box 350, Golden B.C V0A 1H0; By fax: 250-344-6577; By email: [email protected] Any written submissions must be received prior to the close of the Public Hearing and will be read to all those present at the Public Hearing by the Corporate Officer.
A copy of proposed Town of Golden Zoning Bylaw No. 1294, 2011 may be viewed between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays, at Town Hall located at 810 S. 9th Avenue, Golden, BC until the date of the Public Hearing. The proposed bylaw is also available on the Town of Golden website at www.golden.ca (click on Local Government). Jon Wilsgard, Corporate Officer
Kootenay PavingThe information for this
column came originally from the small newsletter called the Mica Murmur and was reprinted in the Golden Star, on Mar 3, 1966.
Many visitors to the museum ask about Boat Encampment which is now completely covered by water as a result of the building of the Mica Dam.
Boat Encampment is an odd name to be given a spot in the heart of the mightiest moun-tain range on the contin-ent. Yet, when the reasons are given it is obvious that no other could be more appropriate.
Aside from possibly Tete Jaune Cache, it was the first place in the prov-ince named by white men. Situated at the apex of the Columbia where, that stream is augmented by the flow of the Canoe and Wood rivers, the scene is of the same breath-tak-ing beauty today as it was when David Thompson first saw it, in the late win-ter of 1811.
Thompson was on his way to the Pacific via the Columbia, and in order to travel down the river he had to first build boats. It was at this point that he built them, hence the name.
Here the long portage from over the Athabasca Pass through the Rock-ies ended at the almighty Columbia, and for some years this was an import-ant junction on the main fur route of the province. With the removal of the HBC coast headquar-ters from Fort Vancou-ver on Vancouver Island, this route gradually fell into disuse, and the voya-
geurs no longer made echoes resound from the mountains with their trail songs.
Thompson was prob-ably the first to build boats here, and according to his journal, he had consider-able difficulty.
In vain he and his men searched for suitable birch trees to rob of their bark for the construction of canoes.
Plenty of birch were found, and were big enough, but the bark was too thin to be satisfactory.
Finally they were forced to use an entirely different method of con-struction.
So they split cedar boards and sewed them together with split spruce roots as he says, with the greatest difficulty.
Strangely enough, instead of going down the rivers, as anyone would have thought, he went upriver to the head-waters, and thence by many streams and por-tages reached the Col-umbia again below what is now the United States Boundary.
Up to 1940, this old his-toric site was to all intents and purposes, inaccess-ible to the tourists; but with the construction of the Big Bend Highway it became possible to reach it by car.
Today, while only a hamlet as far as size is con-cerned, it is an import-ant point on the sparsely populated highway.
It boasts a motel, four star class at that, as well as a store and filling station.
The original motel at Boat Encampment burned down and in its place now stands a lovely modern building which
consists of a restaurant, dining room and motel units. Mr. and Mrs. Tin-sted have created a warm friendly atmosphere at the inn and the food is delicious.
To the south of the inn is a thriving sawmill and to the north a trailer court and filling station.
The small airport which serves the Mica Project is just a few miles northeast of the settlement.
It also had a novel sign to remind motorists to drive carefully as may been seen in the prov-ince.
This consisted of a huge wooden head, topped by an old fashioned plug hat.
It was carved by an Italian workman during the road building days of 1937-38, from the chin to the eyebrows, it was the height of a man, and in front of it was the sign which read “Don’t be a Wooden Head. Drive Carefully. You’ll live to enjoy the scenery.”
The wooden head which belongs to Boat Encampment was stolen some years ago and now stands near the highway at the Revelstoke turnoff. It would be interesting to find out who the culprit was and how the wooden head got to Revelstoke.
Pictured above is Main Street in Beavermouth. Photo credit Golden Museum
- Turning Back the Pages -By Colleen Palumbo
A boat ride back in time
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Columbia ShuswapRegional District
Pursuant to section 814.1 of the Local Government Act, the Report of Remuneration and Expenses for the year ended December 31, 2011 for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, will be presented to the Board of Directors for approval at its Regular Meeting scheduled for 9:30 AM, Thursday, June 21, 2012, in the board room of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District offi ce located at 781 Marine Park Drive NE, in Salmon Arm BC.
Copies of the Financial Statements and the Report of Remuneration and Expenses will be available for public inspection at the CSRD offi ce during its regular business hours as per Section 10 of Schedule 1 of the Financial Information Regulation after the presentation to the Board of Directors.
Peter JarmanManager, Financial Services
Annual Reporting on Municipal Finances
READY, SET, SUMMER NIGHTS
Wednesday, June 20th
4:30 pm – 6:45 pm Alexander Park School
4:30–5:30 Play time (Bubbles, Parachute Activities, Painting Fun, and lots more)
5:30-6:15 Mac and Cheese Dinner
6:15-6:45 Family Sing-a-long
Come for all or part of the fun.
If you would like more information please feel free to contact: Shelley (250) 439-9324
Sponsored by the GOLDEN EARLY CHILDHOOD COALITION
Attention Parents of Birth to Six Children and Siblings
Our early learning team invites your family to join us for:
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While driving along Highway 93/95 South of Golden you will come across a piece of history in Spillimacheen which is now a place where hon-ey goes to be turned into something for everyone at Beeland.
It was around 12 years ago when one of the owners of Beeland, Morley Winnick, was told about the wilderness property along the Spillima-cheen River and how it used to be a place where great honey had come from before.
After trying out the site the business has now flourished into seven different sites with 200 hives in the valley which bring a variety of flavours for their customers.
Currently the business is set up in the old trad-ing post in Spillimacheen which they refurbished about six years ago.
“As the business grew and grew we realized we needed a base for the honey. We transitioned our process here, the handling and storing of it,” Win-nick said.
Over the years the company has been developing different foods in which they use hon-ey. “Like honey in jams, fruit preserves and now five and a half years later we have a line called Jubilee Mountain Apiary. It is the food products which have been the growth for us,” he said.
Winnick went on to explain there are many rea-sons why the food products have been expanding at such a fast rate. “The quality of the product. The honey is unsurpassable. We harvest late so you get a high quality cured honey. It is absolute-ly pure,” he said. “We are expanding into spe-ciality food like frozen foods. We started with our honey Saskatoon pies and honey cherry pies. We now have vinegars and more.”
Winnick also said they have a Jubilee Moun-tain line of body and skin care products which are 100 percent natural.
Many people who have seen the business develop over the years are shocked by how far it has come from selling jars of honey.
Winnick is excited about what the future holds for the business and where the next step will lead.
Morley Winnick stands on the front steps of the historic Spillimacheen Trading Post which has been the home to the Beeland business for over five years. The company which started out selling only honey has expanded into the Jubilee Mountain Apiary selling frozen food, salsa, body products and much more . Darryl Crane/Star Photo
A honey of a stop in Spillimacheen
Golden has a new Dance Society and they are working harder than ever to raise funds to get a new studio opened. Pictured right are a few of the new board members and some local children who gathered together at the Rec Plex on June 9 to help raise some of the needed funds at a garage sale fundraiser.Pictured are Stephanie, Sarah, Shauna, Kelly, Keri, EmmaBottom left, Walker, Margo, Kaylee, Isabelle and in the chair, Korra. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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HOCKEY PLAYOFFS 7 TVs and the Big Screen – Surround Sound – EVERY NIGHT. Come watch your favourite team and enjoy game day specials.
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The Another Time Exhibit opened on June 8 at the Art Gallery of Golden. Born in 1927, Susan Stewart (born Edwards) emigrat-ed from England at the age of two with her parents, brother and maternal granddad, William Alcock, a cabinet maker.
Her father, Captain George Edwards was a mining engineer involved in mining explorations in the Purcell’s. Her mother, Vera, was a teacher of English literature.
Some of Susan’s happiest childhood memories were from liv-ing on the Columbia River at Carbonate Landing, hiking with her brother, Robin, and a 30 mile pack trip into the McMurdo Creek mine.
She moved to the Circle E ranch in Spillimacheen at the age of 12. There the English artist, George Overton, trained her to be an artist, which influenced the rest of her life. She specialized in water colours and pen and ink drawings.
Later her inspiration led her to silk painting. Her work has been displayed in juried art shows.
In 1982 one of her silk pieces was accepted by the BC Festival of the Arts. Her life work was honoured when she was named “The Patron of ‘Arts Around’ 2006.” In addition, Susan had a gentle, poetic nature and wrote poetry from a very young age.
In 1952 Susan married Douglas E. Stewart. They had four chil-dren (Ralph, Gwen, Catherine and Heather), nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Her family was a source of great joy.
Susan was a vegetarian, and an environmentally conscious indi-vidual, encouraging the organic movement from the sixties and supporting groups such as The David Suzuki Foundation.
In addition she loved her country and contributed generous-ly to The Friends of the CBC, Council of Canadians, and The Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, among others.
Susan’s love of the outdoors remained with her throughout her life. She was still hiking into her late seventies, including treks to Conrad Cain hut and her father’s mine site up McMurdo Creek.
Susan enjoyed her daily walks on her property embracing the natural world.
This retrospective exhibit will also feature a sampling of works by George Overton, Susan’s early teacher.
A Columbia Valley Retrospective at the Art Gallery of Golden
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The Gentlemen’s Leisure Club of Golden wants you to start your cyc-ling season right, with a showing of the exciting mountain biking film out of Whistler, Strength in Numbers.
“Higher Grounds Sports and the Gentlemen will be kicking off our mountain biking season with an action-packed premier of Anthill Pro-ductions’ much anticipated new mov-ie,” said Brian Coles with the Gentle-men’s Club.
The movie aimed to capture the diversity of the sport, from the World Cup Circuit to back yard dirt jumps; from the largest bike in the world in Whistler to remote high-alpine trails in Nepal; from the endless freeride lines in Utah to stunts built in the rain forests of British Columbia.
Strength in Numbers features a broad selection of riders with some of the big-
gest names in the sport, including: Andrew Shandro, Brandon Semenuk, Cam McCaul, Danny Macaskill, Gee Atherton, Graham Aggasiz, Matt Hunter, Rene Wildhaber and Thomas Vanderham.
It will have a mix of established pros, up-and-comers and local (B.C.) riders, with Adam Billinghurst, Dar-ren Berrecloth, Rachel Atherton, Ryan Howard and Steve Smith also appearing in the film.
The film will be playing at the Gold-en Cinema on Saturday June 16. Doors open at 9 p.m., and tickets will be $10 at the door, $9 for Golden Cycling Club members.
“Make a day out of it by sprucing up those bike trails you love,” said Coles. “The Golden Cycling Club will be holding its annual Trail Maintenance Day on June 16. Meet up at Reflec-tion lake at 9 a.m. to help maintain the Mount 7 Trails. Tools will be provid-ed.”
Golden Gentlemen present
‘Strength in Numbers’
Juno winners come to RockwaterGolden Star [email protected]
Over the past few years, this British Columbia indie rock band has been garnering more and more international attention.
Last year Said the Whale won a Juno for New Group of the Year, and were the subject of a CBC documentary called Winning America.
Promoting their fourth release in four years, Little Mountain, this
internationally acclaimed band will be playing at the Rockwater Grill and Bar on Saturday July 7.
After forming five years ago, the five piece, hook-heavy pop-rock band has toured the world, playing some very prestigious gigs including the 2010 Vancou-ver Olympics, the nationally tele-vised Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill, and the Sasquach Music Festival in Washington.
With the new wave-tinged sin-gle “Heavy Ceiling” already mak-
ing its mark on the Canadian rock/alternative charts and videos for all 15 album tracks to exclusive-ly debut online, Little Mountain is shaping up to be one of the land-mark rock albums of 2012.
Local band Willhorse will be opening for the group. Tickets are already on sale at the Rockwater and Plain Wayne and Jane, $20 in advance and $15 at the door.
For more information or to lis-ten to music from Said the Whale, go to www.saidthewhale.com.
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Fathers and Sons found at local businessDarryl [email protected]
When you walk through the doors of Merc Flooring and Paint you could speak to any of the three generations of father’s and sons who spend their days working at the store.
The Keenleyside family not only has a long history in Golden but also has a long history of owning businesses in the area.
The patriarch of the family Bob at the age of 80 has been retired for a number of years which according to his son Scott means he is only at the store six days a week.
Bob was involved many different businesses and was the one who led the family into having the business they currently own.
Scott was in his teens when he started working with his father and worked in the flooring side of the company.
When Bob made the decision to retire Scott sold the build-
ing supply side of the store and moved the business to its current location since the summer of 2004.
The youngest Keenleyside who currently works at the store is Daric who like his father started working at the store when he was a teen.
Having so many family members working together could be seen as a challenge to some people but for the Keenleyside family the situation has been one that has worked for many years.
“We may butt heads but at the end of the day you get past it and move on. They know I love them and if they need me I am here,” Scott said.
“I enjoy it. Like he (Scott) said, we may butt heads but it is a lot easier to forgive and forget with someone you have grown up with. You know who they are and how they func-tion,” Daric added.
As for if he thought this many years later his son and grand-son would still be looking after the business Bob gave a simple answer. “No. I never looked that far ahead. I have been in busi-ness since I worked with my father when I was 12. When he ended up in hospital when I was 14 I was totally on my own.”
When asked if he expects more out of his son Scott admitted he may be a little harder on him than he is other workers. “He is my son and I know what he is capable of,” Scott said smiling. Scott explained that it is the way it is when you work for your father and pointed out Bob was always tougher on him and his brother than other workers when he was growing up.
In the end things have worked out for the family and they still enjoy their time working under the same roof in Golden.
“There is a level of trust. Someone said to me once that your parents may not give you the best advice but they always have your best interest at heart,” Scott said.
Pictured above are Daric, Scott and Bob Keenleyside. The three generations work together at Merc Flooring and Paint and are a part of a long line of business owners in Golden’s history. Darryl Crane/Star Photo
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Ms. Beckett’s Kindergarten ClassAlexander Park Elementary
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The Grade five classes at Lady Grey Elementary (pictured above) and Nicholson Elementary (pictured below) gathered along with Constable Nicki-Jo Wolfram from the Golden/Field RCMP detachment to celebrate the completion of the DARE program. The Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) is a comprehen-sive school-based drug prevention program taught by police officers to children at the Grade 5 level. The D.A.R.E. Officers partner with classroom teachers to build protective factors for children by providing information and social skills needed to live drug- and violence-free.
Darryl Crane and Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Jessica [email protected]
June may have been a wet month so far, but eventual-ly the clouds will disappear, the sun will come out, and homeowners will have to rely on themselves to water the lawn.
An initiative from the Town of Golden and the Col-umbia Basin Trust is teaching residents how to get the most out of their waterings, and ideally, consume less.
“They started the program last year, and what they did is focus on the town itself,” said Avinga Atkinson, water smart ambassador for the Town of Golden.
The Town did some major work on their infrastruc-ture including their water mains, some of which had leaks, and did some upgrading to make sure the town’s water system was running as efficiently as possible.
“They worked so hard last year, there’s not too much left to do with the town. I thought that philosophy was wonderful, work on your own stuff first and go from there,” said Atkinson.
This year, the water smart program is focusing on resi-dents and ICI (industrial, commercial, institutional), and their systems. Watering lawns is one of the biggest water consumption activities, and Atkinson will spend the summer teaching people how to best do that. He will be doing free assessments on private residences to iden-tify any problems, and help people draft an effective watering plan.
“What’s involved is we look at the lawn, we actual-ly take a sample. Then we take it apart, look at the root system and how things are that way, how much soil you have. Then we look at the other plants and shrubs in the yard, and if there are any concerns there,” said Atkin-son.
“One of the main things is adhering to the watering times that the Town has. And then within those watering times, they’ve done studies that show that it’s better to do 15 to 20 minutes, once in the morning and once in the evening.
“I think a lot of us have been brought up to do big waterings, flood it. But then it does just that, it floods away. It gets that initial amount of water, but then it’s gone, and the roots don’t go down deep to go after it.”
The ultimate goal of the program is to encourage people to consume less water. Golden may be sur-rounded by natural water sources, but the cost of infra-structure to extract that water is a major expense.
“The infrastructure that provides water for us is a huge cost. So if they have to start upgrading, or adding another well, that could cost millions of dollars, so if we can avoid doing that it’s great,” said Atkinson.
“It’s our taxes that pay for this, so it’s in our best inter-est to keep our consumption as low as we can.”
Assessments are free, just call the Town office at 344-2271 to book one. And every resident who does an assessment also gets a free water timer that attaches to the faucet.
Town and CBT access your lawns
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First Tee Time: 1:00 PM
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[email protected]: 250-344-6214
Golden & District Search And RescueOPEN HOUSE
As a thank you for all the local support
GADSAR has received we are hosting an
Open House to show off our new facility!
Saturday, June 23 from 1100 to 1600 hrs
GADSAR facility located at 210 Fisher Rd (airport).
Burgers, hot dogs and beverages by donation.
HETS (Helicopter long line) demonstration at 1300 hrs.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
If You Have Not Received Yours Contact Us!Order Forms Are Now Available
523 North 9th Ave, Opposite CIBC • 344-6414
PAPER PLACE DJ’sGolden’s Stationery Store
BACK TO SCHOOL PACKS
Supplies Order Forms Have Been Distributed at APES & LGES
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A couple tons of dirt and 30 plus volunteers can make quite a difference.
The Golden Cycling Club spent the weekend building a pump track behind the Rec Plex on 10th Street South. The pro-ject began two years ago when the club got a grant to build it at Sander Lake, but the location fell through.
"Everything fell apart, but we had the money. It's taken us two years now, but we got the Town on our side, and they gave us the area here, and now we've final-ly got the project happening," said Rick Seward, director for the Moonrakers Trails with the Gold-en Cycling Club.
"This is perfect. You couldn't have asked for a better location from the Town. They really came through for us, they've been amazing."
Volunteers from the cycling club spent all day Saturday and Sunday packing down the dirt to make a pump track and skills area.
"We found the dirt for free, it was donated by Gurmit who's a contractor who had some stuff. And the public works guys (pub-lic works time donated by Town) moved it into place. And the rest is all done by volunteers," said Jordan Petrovics, director at large with the Golden Cycling Club. Also generously donated was machinery from Dogtooth Tim-
ber, Mountain Iron Contracting and Kardash Plumbing and Heat-ing, as well as food for a lunch bar-becue from Overwaitea. And the Town has found a way to donate recycle materials from another project.
"The Town was renovating the pool, so they gave us all their old pool decking they had on their perimeter terrain. So we're going to have an ideal decking surface for our beginner area. Instead of being wood, it's going to be the plastic decking. And it's all
recycled," said Seward.One of the goals of the Cycling
Club when designing the pump track, was to make sure it was accommodating to all skill levels and ages. The skills area will have a beginner, intermediate and advanced track.
"Depending on how comfort-able you feel on a bike, you'll be able to take different paths. Each path will have different features on it," said Seward. It is also locat-ed next to the free ride skate park, so bmx bikers will be able to util-
ize both.The pump track will hopeful-
ly be enjoyed for years to come, and the Golden Cycling Club has committed to making sure that happens.
"Maintenance will be done by volunteers from the Cycling Club," said Petrovics. "But the nice thing about a facility like this is that once it packs in it's real-ly not going to need that much maintenance. It will need a bit of work from time to time, but the club is willing to take that on."
Volunteers from the Golden Cycling Club donated their time to make a pump track behind the Rec Plec become a reality on June 9 and 10. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Cycling Club dream finally a reality
I Got It!!!
Dan Rose (aka Rosie O’Daniel), with the Dogtooth softball team, flies through the air to catch a ball on Thursday June 7. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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John David OeschMay 6, 1922 – May 31, 2012
John passed away in the Shuswap
Lake General Hospital on May 31,
2012 at the age of 90 years.
He was born at Spiritwood, SK,
moving to Alberta and then BC working
as a truck driver and in Golden at Evans Forest
Products up to 1982. He met and married Mickey; they both retired
and moved to Salmon Arm in 1985.
John was an avid hunter and fisherman. He & Mickey enjoyed
many camping trips throughout western Canada. His heart was
always in Saskatchewan.
He enjoyed a good cup of coffee; visiting all the local shops to
socialize with all his friends.
He is survived by his wife Mickey, brother Walter (Alberta),
daughter Faye (Enderby), grandchildren Robert (Creston) Brenda
(Airdrie), Blair, (Golden), great grandchildren Katie (Airdrie),
Christopher (Airdrie), numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
John recently enjoyed a wonderful 90th birthday BBQ with family
and friends. No funeral service by request. Should friends desire,
memorial donations in John’s name could be made to the Shuswap
Lake Hospital Foundation, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N3.
Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES
& CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL
condolences and share memories at www.fischerfuneralservices.com.
You who have a mother,Love her while you may,
You’ll never know her value
Till she’s laid beneath the clay.
She never failed to do her best,Her heart was true and tender,
She toiled hard for those she loved,Then left them to remember
At early morn when all was still,God gave His great command;
In silent peace she passed away,Into the Better Land.
In Loving Memory of
Maria RaposoJanurary 24, 1942
- June 13, 2006
Love, your Children, Emmanuel and Sandyand Grandchildren; Austin, Sheldon and Alyna
Betty Ann DemuthBetty Ann Demuth passed away at the Golden
and District General Hospital, Golden on Friday, June 1, 2012 at the age of 73 years.
A family gathering, in memory of Betty will be held in Golden at a future date.
Betty was born in Carrot River, Saskatchewan on April 12, 1939. She met her future husband Gus in Calgary and they were married in 1960. Together, they raised three children. They settled in Nicholson, where Betty has been a resident for the past 34 years.
Betty was predeceased by her husband, Gus in 2003. She is survived by three sons: Bill (Jan) of Kamloops; Jim of Grand Prairie and Robert of Quesnel; her daughter-in-law: Nadine of Calgary and three grandchildren: Justin, Crystal and Dylan.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Betty.
Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Betty’s obituary notice at www.hindmanbowersfuneralhome.com.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Hindman Bowers Funeral Home, Golden.
Columbia ShuswapRegional District
Is seeking a highly motivated individual to fi ll the following position
Bylaw Enforcement Offi cerThe CSRD is seeking a qualifi ed Bylaw Enforcement Offi cer to join our Development Services Team to be responsible for investigating complaints of infractions of the regional district’s bylaws and regulations, and undertaking appropriate action to ensure compliance.
The successful candidate will have completed post-secondary, education courses related to Bylaw Enforcement and three (3) years relevant experience in investigation and/or law enforcement work, preferably in a unionized, local government environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A valid BC Driver’s License is a requirement of the job.
Based on operational needs, this position may work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. The normal work week (35 hours) will consist of 5 consecutive days, followed by 2 consecutive days off.
To fi nd out more about this position visit our website at www.csrd.bc.a
Interested candidates should submit a covering letter and resume by 4:00 PM on Friday, June 15, 2012 to:
Colleen Goodey, Administrative/HR Assistant Columbia Shuswap Regional District 781 Marine Park Drive NE Box 978 SALMON ARM, BC, V1E 4P1 Telephone: (250) 833-5922 Fax: (250) 832-9774 E-mail: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Help WantedDays Inn requires Part Time
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Obituaries
Employment
Help WantedGolden Grizzly
Cookhouse Now Hiring Full Time LINE COOKS.
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Help WantedG Tress Contracting in
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A20 www.thegoldenstar.net Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Golden Star
Now HiringFull time & Part-time
Storefront/Customer Service
& Baker (Production) Positions
Day, evening and late night shifts availableWages start at $10.46/hr (negotiable)
Apply in person with resume at:
Tim Hortons1421 Trans Canada Hwy. Golden, BC
250 439 1964
Request for QualificationsDo you have in-depth business knowledge? Would you like to see more small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed and grow?
BUSINESS COACH CONTRACT POSITIONThe Kootenay Rockies Innovation Council is seeking Business
Coach(es) to provide coaching/mentoring services to science,
technology, manufacturing and innovation based businesses in the
East Kootenay Region. This is a contract position, volume of work
varies based on client need.
Qualifications: Prior experience with business plan development,
and with providing business coaching and/or mentoring support
to businesses. The successful applicant must have a valid driver’s
licence and be willing to travel.
A full job description can be found on our website at www.kric.ca.
No calls please.
Apply by email with a resume and covering letter by 9am Tuesday,
July 3rd, 2012 to [email protected]
KRIC is a not-for-profit society that supports the growth of science,
innovation and technology based companies the East Kootenay
Region.
Well Established Shop requires a
JOURNEYMAN or
APPRENTICE PLUMBER
with experience in all aspects of
residential plumbing.
Experience related to hot water heating
installations,pumps & water conditioning
will be a definite plus.
Competive wages & benefit package offered.
E-mail resume including experience &
references to [email protected]
or mail to Box 69 - Golden
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Employment
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The Best Western Mountain View Inn
requires Housekeeping staff.
Please apply in person. 1024 11 St. N.
Employment
Help Wanted
Employment
Help WantedAn Alberta Construction Com-pany is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck opera-tors. Preference will be given to operators that are experi-enced in oilfi eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Al-berta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Con-struction at 780-723-5051.
Experienced COOK required
Full or Part Time. Days/Afternoon shift. Wage dependent on
experience. Apply in person.
EXPERIENCED PARTS Per-son required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wag-es, full benefi ts and RRSP bo-nuses plus moving allowanc-es. Our 26,000 sq.ft. store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Ed-monton, Alberta. See our community at:LacLaBicheRegion.com Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email:[email protected].
Golden Village Inn / Golden Tourist Dev. Ltd.FRONT DESK CLERK
Full time, shift work - $12.45/hr 40 hours per week. Register guests, Calculate Charges & Clerical Duties. Balance cash
transactions & Customer Service. Basic Computer
skills, completion of High School required.
No experience necessary, training available.
1439 Lafontaine Road, Golden BC V0A 1H3
Send resume to [email protected]
- HD MECHANIC - Fernie Alpine Resort, RCR Inc. 3rd year apprentice or journeyman. Full time year-round. Apply to Steve Wall, Vehicle Maintenance Mgr. [email protected]
Local service based business accepting
applications for BOOKKEEPER/RECEPTIONIST.
Must be familiar with Simply Accounting. Part time position/
Full time position for right applicant. Wage based on experience.
Send resume including experience
& references to Bookkeeper/Receptionist
Box 149, Golden BC, V0A 1H0
Employment
Help Wanted
LOGGING TRUCK DRIVER
needed for the Golden area. We offer competitive wages and
benefi t package. For more info, call
Dale Henderson Hauling at (250)344-6784 or
email [email protected] Sports
Distribution. Sales and Marketing position FT with PT periods. Experience in Sales and Marketing is an asset. Some physical work required. Send resume to [email protected] or call 250-344-5060.
Prestige Innrequires
Housekeeping staffBeer Store Clerk
Guest Services Agent Please apply in person
with resume. 1049 Trans Canada Hwy.
Home Care/SupportNURSES, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certifi ed care aides and experienced home cleaners. If you are: empathet-ic; personable; possess an outstanding work ethic; posi-tive attitude; a passion for su-perior client service, and a re-liable vehicle, forward your resume to [email protected].
Medical/DentalMARIPOSA GARDENS (in Osoyoos BC) seeking RCAs. ($17.34/hr) email: becky.marlatt @balticproperties.ca
Trades, TechnicalREQ’D Jouneyman Automotive Technician for Penticton Kia. Import experience required. Gov’t Inspec-tion an asset. Fastest growing Deal-ership in South Okanagan. Com-petitive wage and benefi t package. E-mail Resume to Service Mgr. Dave Hehr [email protected]
Services
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Legal ServicesCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
ContractorsInterior Renos,
Drywall & Ceiling Repair, Painting,
Minor Construction. 30+ years experience.
250-439-0961 or 439-0962.
ElectricalAERIAL CONTRACTORS LTD. Power line systems built to BC Hydro standards. EC# 19806. 1-800-661-7622.
Misc ServicesInfi nity’s Window Cleaning; Disc Golf; 2 Acreages for sale on North Bench. Call 250-348-2351.
Roofi ng & SkylightsCliff’s Exteriors. Shingle, metal & rubber roofi ng soffi t, fascia & siding. Wade Nolin 250-344-5103, 344-1561 cell.
Pets & Livestock
Pet ServicesHawt Pawz N Clawz Dog and Cat Grooming. Currently no waiting period. Call Michelle 250-347-2412, Radium
PetsLittle Mittens Animal Rescue
Association. Email info@littlemittensanimal
rescue.com or call Alannah 250-290-0279 or
Dianne 250-344-7691.
Spotted Dog Rescue. Call 250-344-5524.
Merchandise for Sale
AuctionsUNRESERVED AUCTIONS- June 16 & 17, Redwater, Al-berta. Collector vehicles and tractors, 1300 die cast toy tractors, wagons, buggies, show harness; old gas upright gas pumps; original case ea-gle; antiques. Thursday, June 21 - Harry Shapka, Vilna, Al-berta. Phone 780-636-2165. JD 8650, 4440, 4240; Concord air drill; 1977 & 87 Kenworths; Cat 966C loader; Komatsu D85; lowboy; 8820 & 860 combines; haying equipment. Saturday, June 23 - John Baranec, Innisfree, Alberta. Phone 780-592-2308. Steiger ST250, 9030 Bi-Directional; 4640 & 4320; MF 8450; Claas 98; 1980 Ford tandem; Kello 24’ disc; JD 820 & 830; plus full line-up. View full lists on-line: prodaniukauctions.com.
Firewood/FuelFIREWOOD for sale. Call 250-344-7677.
Garage Sales1309 Selkirk Dr. Sat. June 16. 9am - 2 pm. Multi family. Antiques, clothes, household items and a FREE pile.1505 Poplar St. Saturday June 16th 9:30-Noon. Lots of Stuff!!520 6th Ave. S. Saturday June 16th. 9am. Multi Family.
DEADLINEFRIDAY
NoonStarting rate $8.75
Phone 250-344-5251 Email
classifi [email protected]
or stop by the offi ce.
Hours: 8:30-5:00
Heavy Duty Machinery
A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS /
Bridges / EquipmentWheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & Storage-Call 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale
BLACK LOAM ORGANIC SCREENED
TOP SOIL. $30/yd delivered in
Golden area. Pick up at the yard - $25/yd,
we load you.Also mature fi ne mulch &
forest wood chippings. Call John 439-9798 days,
344-2160 evenings. Samples available.
Good Organic Black Topsoil. Great for gardens and lawns. $20/yd loaded. Bernie 250-344-4646.HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?Ooo La La! Fabulous jewelry for Graduation and special occasions at Moon River Gift Gallery.
Ricoh Photo Copy/Fax Machine.
Free standing. $100. Desk Top Fax machine,
$50. Call 250-344-5251.
Utility trailers for sale. 250-344-5064.
Merchandise for Sale
Misc. for SaleSTEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700. 40x50 $14,480. 47x 76 $20,325. One end wall in-cluded. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
Misc. WantedCOIN Collector looking to buyCollections, Accumulations,Olympic Gold & Silver Coins.Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. CallChad 250-863-3082 (Local)
Real Estate
Acreage for Sale11 & 1/2 acre parcel 10 minssouth of Golden, east side of the Rockies. Drilled well, fl atbuilding site, good access.Survey plan available. Contact1-250-769-4288 or email [email protected] Subdividable acres.Views, cabin, 3 creeks, outbuildings, timber, trails connecting to Crown, zonedmulti-dwelling, 20 kms. south. $595,000. Call 250-348-2569.
Business for SaleLIVE THE Dream. HarboursEnd Marine, 27 year history onbeautiful Salt Spring Island,BC “the best place on earth!”Owner retiring, well-estab-lished business only $129,000email: [email protected]
For Sale By Owner12’x68’ 2 Bdr Mobile with addition. KHMHP. Large window facing Kicking HorseMountain Resort, lots of storage space with 2 sheds. Tidy fenced in yard with fi repitand sunny front deck.Oil/wood heat. Updated appliances. Great starterhome! $21,999. Offers considered. Call 250-439-9072for more info or viewing.
Houses For SaleReduced - Two homes and ashop in Golden for sale. Kijiji 370618987. Phone 250-344-5772 or 344-0553.
Homes WantedMATURE, responsible couple looking for a reasonable 2 or 3 BR single family house to rent.Nicholson area preferred. 250-344-0065
Mobile Homes & Parks
12’x68’ 2 Bdr Mobile with addition. KHMHP. Large window facing Kicking HorseMountain Resort, lots of storage space with 2 sheds. Tidy fenced in yard with fi repitand sunny front deck.Oil/wood heat. Updated appliances. Great starterhome! $21,999. Offers considered. Call 250-439-9072for more info or viewing.2006 Moduline for sale byowner. 14x66, 2 Bdr, 2 bath. New fl ooring. Cheap to heat. Must be moved. $65,000. Call 250-348-2105.
Rentals
AcreageGrazing /Farm land availablefor lease. Approx. 200 acressouth of Golden on Highway95. Telephone 250-344-6710.
Apt/Condo for Rent3 Bdr. Apt close to Lady Grey school. Newly renovated.Avail May 15th. $900/mth. 250-344-8205 or 344-6533.Bright spacious 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bathroom apartment.Centrally located, newly renovated, F/S + Laundryhookups. N/S, no parties, selective pets considered.$750/mth + Utilities and DD.References required. Avail June 1st. For inquiries 250-344-5277.LARGE Newly reno’d 2 bdrm apt. N/S, no pets, no parties,laundry facilities. Walking dis-tance to all amen. Util inc.DDreq. (1-250)344-0780Rental Units avail. Close to downtown. Call (250)344-8919Sherri, Highland PropertyManagement Ltd. Real Estate.
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Golden Star Wednesday, June 13, 2012 www.thegoldenstar.net A21
Notice to Creditors and OthersRe: The Estate of Brian Wesley Fletcher, Deceased, formerly of 60-1400 12th St. N., Golden, BC V0A 1H1
Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Brian Wesley Fletcher, also known as Brian Fletcher, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator, Lorne Fletcher, c/o Ewan & McKenzie, Barristers and Solicitors, Box 429, 515 9th Avenue North, Golden, BC V0A 1H0 on or before July 18, 2012 after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice.
2007 PGO Scooter 150cc - 498 kms
LIKE NEW!!! Always kept in Garage
Asking: $2,300250 344-6002
SCOOTER FOR SALE
Rentals
Apt/Condo for RentFOR RENT
In the BlaeberryTake a look- you will not
be disappointed
All inclusive
Larger 2 Bdr Suite$900/month
-Fully furnished -Utilities Included
-Satellite TV-High Speed Internet-Laundromat on site
DD & References required - No Pets
Phone 250-344-7299Please leave message
if no answer
ROSEWOOD Apts. 1309 12 St. S. 2 Bdr apt avail in nice location. Close to all amenities and College. Hardwood laminate throughout with storage & hot water. Laundry facilities & security entrance. Sorry no pets, N/S, no parties. 250-290-0056.Twin Rivers - 2 bdrm apts. No parties, N/S, no pets. Laundry facilities, Security doors. Best Deal in Town! 250-344-8113.Upper & Lower Single bedroom apts with easy walking distance to town. Newly renovated, new fl ooring, fresh paint, new appliances. No pets, N/S. $550/mth + utilities & DD. Call Dwayne 250-344-5582 after 6 pm.
Apartment Furnished
1&2 bdr. furnished suites. Utilities included. Close to amenities. No pets, parties. DD. 250-344-8429, 344-0209 or 344-0604.
Commercial/Industrial
1400 sq. ft. Store Front retail space available for lease or rent. Beside Body Quest Gym and Turning Point. Call 250-344-7876.
3 Bay Shed on Legendz
property on Trans Canada Hwy.
Available anytime. Ideal for fruit stand. Call Legendz Diner
after 3 pm 250-344-5059.
GoldenCOMMERCIAL BUILDING
3100 sq. ft. of Retail Space
Located DOWNTOWNExcellent High Traffi c Area
Plenty of Parking250-344-6710
Cottages / CabinsNew 1 bdr cabin in the Blaeberry. Avail immediately. Pets considered. $800/mth incl utilities. 250-344-3055.
Duplex / 4 Plex2 bdr. 1/2 duplex. 604-12 St. Nice & clean. No pets. Avail July 1. 344-5629 or 344-3535.
Misc for Rent
3 Bdr Upper & 2 Bdr Lower suite.
Avail now. 250-344-5075.
In town fi eld space for rent. Ideal for equipment, RVs, etc. Call 250-344-6234.
Rentals
Modular Homes2 Bdr modular home on Hartley Road available immediately. Newly renovated and can be furnished. Washer/dryer and fridge/stove. Also includes snowplowing, garbage pick up and power. $750/mth. Call Keith 250-344-3599.
JUNE SPECIALBrand New 16’ Wide Modular
Homes. From $69,000.00 [email protected]
Homes for Rent2 bdrm house in town. Very nice. Quiet neighbourhood. Close to all amenities. 250-344-5450.
3 & 2 Bdr open concept new house in town. Laundry. Avail now. Call 250-344-1340.3 Bdr house. 1116 12 St. Newly renovated. W/D, F/S. No pets. Also 2 Bdr ground level suite, 1112 12 St. No pets. N/S. Avail now. 250-344-5626.3 Bdr house. F/S, laundry rm but no washer/dryer.Large fenced yard.Call Chuck 250-344-3967.3 Bdr house in town with fridge & stove. Also 1 Bdr suite. No pets. Avail now. Call 344-6596 or 344-1599.3 BR beautifully furnished executive home. Hardwood fl oors, sun room, slate decks, rec room, pellet stove, sauna, private yard, garage, N/S. Selective pets, rent negotiable.Call 250-344-2418 or 250-344-8581.4 Bdr home in Golden in quiet neighbourhood within town boundaries. Large deck, fi re pit & hot tub and other great features. 3 references required. Please call for more details 250-344-0492.5 Bdr 2 Bath house on 2 levels in Golden. Large yard. Long term preferred. Damage Deposit and References required. $1495/mth + utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710.5 Bdr 3 bath home. Spacious deck and yard. Large shed/workshop. Avail July 1. $1500/mth. No pets, N/S. DD and refs required.Call 250-439-8099.
Duplex for Rent3 Bdrs up, 2 down.
Located in residential area close to everything.
Fenced yard, W/D hookup. Call 250-344-5996.
Furnished 4 Bdr home available in July only. Beautiful location in town with many deluxe features. $800. Call 250-344-2100.
Rentals
Homes for Rent
FOR RENTVisit our website for
complete rental listings
remaxgolden.com Creekside Cabins
and AptsOne 2 Bdr cabin and
three 2 Bdr apts. Call Dan 250-344-1435.
3 BR Executive HomeBeautifully furnished, hardwood fl oors, sun
room, slate decks, rec room, pellet stove, sauna, private yard,
garage, NS, selective pets. Rent negotiable.
3 BR 2 Bath Home5 mins from town on
acreage. Birch Laminate fl oors, fi replace, bright, spacious. Open beam ceilings. $1100/mth.
3 BR 2 Bath
Bright & spacious upper level. Selective pets, N/S, $900/mth.
4 BR 2 Bath HomeLge family room, 6 appl, furnished/unfurnished, laminate fl ooring. Great location
KHMR Luxury Condo 2 BR, 2 Bath. Fully furnished, hot tub, exercise room, 2 deck entrances. $1200/mth all inclusive.
3 BR 2 Bath Executive Home
Fully furnished. Fireplace, loft/games room, in-fl oor heating, dbl garage.
2 BR SuiteNewly renovated. W/D. $600/mth.
1 & 2 BR AptsSpacious, laundry, inside cat considered. $570-$660/mth__________________
Property Management Division
Alice Dahlberg, CPM250-344-2418 or
250-344-8581 (cell)
Each offi ce is independently owned & operated.
Rentals
Shared Accommodation
Room available in home in Blaeberry. Shared kitchen, all facilities available. $375/mth all incl. 250-344-2740.
StorageBLAEDEN SELF STORAGEHousehold storage rentals.
Several sizes to choose from. Competitive prices. 24 HOUR ACCESS.
Phone or leave a message 250-344-2289.
Suites, Lower2 Bdr downstairs suite. Available now. Call 250-344-5075.
Basement for rent. Living room, bedroom, full bathroom with shared kitchen & laundry. Great location in town. Avail now. (Preferably female). $575/mth, $300 DD. Contact Alyson 250-344-1257.
INVERMERE Bright, spacious 2 bedroom lower
suite for rent. Big bright windows all around - lots of natural light.
Located just around the corner from Sobey’s - you can walk everywhere!
Large yard (maintained bylandscaper), off street parking.
Looking for quiet , clean, long term tenants. Available now. $700 +
utilities N/S, N/P, W/D 403-609-6643.
NEW, clean, comfy 1 bdrm basement suite. Beautiful gar-den. Furnished or unfurnished. $650/month. 250-344-2246
Sunshine basement suite. 2 Bdr newly renovated. Centrally located. Large fenced back yard with garden plot. Private covered entrance. Walk-in closet. Very cool rental suite, a must see! Avail June 1. No pets, N/S. One year lease minimum. $725/mth. Please call Mike 250-344-8385 or Lee 250-348-2242.
Suites, Upper1 Bdr suite. Large bedroom and storage space. 688 Hwy 95 S. Call 250-344-2989.
Clean, quiet 2 Bdr suite. Sun deck, w/d, wood stove. $700/mth. 5 mins south. Sorry no pets. 250-344-2417.
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East Kootenay Brain Injury Association to host barbecueJessica [email protected]
June is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and the East Kootenay
Brain Injury Association (EKBIA) is hosting a barbecue at Overwaitea
on June 16 to commem-orate it.
The ultimate goal for
June is to bring aware-ness to brain injury sur-vivors as well as their
family members, care-givers, support work-ers and the overall com-munity to help everyone understand that it takes a large support system involving many people to help facilitate a new life of rehabilitation and recovery for survivors.
Each brain injury is different.
This list goes on with what the injured person struggles with daily, and family and friends also struggle with emotions after finding out a loved one has suffered a brain injury.
The only cure for this “silent epidemic” is to never have a brain injury in the first place.
So prevention is another key component of Brain Injury Aware-ness Month.
“Awareness is getting much better. I think over-all, with groups promot-ing it, athletes who have suffered brain injuries, it’s just out there more,” said Debbie Gudjonson, outreach worker for the Columbia Valley region
of EKBIA.“All over the prov-
ince they will be holding events this month to pro-mote awareness of brain injuries.”
The number of brain injuries reported has been on the rise for quite some time, but Gudjon-son thinks that is a result of increased awareness.
“More people are rec-ognizing brain injuries than they were before when they would often go untreated and undiag-nosed.”
The EKBIA is there to provide support to people living with brain injuries, and their fam-ilies.
If you know some-one with a brain injury who needs support call EKBIA at 344-5674, or email [email protected].
“Brain injury hurts,” said Gudjonson.
“You can’t see a brain injury, there’s no cast or anything. So you often hear comments like ‘what’s wrong with that person.’ They don’t rec-ognize it.”
Golden Museum gets some help for the summer monthsDarryl [email protected]
The Golden Museum will have a few new faces working at the facility over the summer to help people learn more about Golden and the sur-rounding area.
Christopher Brown is the Special Events Co-or-dinator while Brittany Newman is back for a third summer working as the assistant co-ordinator.
Both workers explained why they felt this job would be a great way to spend their summer.
“I thought it would be an interesting job where I could do something different everyday. I also thought I could learn things about Golden that I did not know,” said Brown.
“I enjoyed it so much last year so I decided I wanted to come back because there is always something new to do,” said Newman.
Brown will spend part of summer working at the Farmers’ Markets where he will get the chance to meet people and answer questions about Gold-
en. He will also be working on events like Canada Day and the Fall Faire and spending some time at the Wixon House as well.
“It will be nice to meet people who I haven’t met here. People who come to the museum or come to the markets as well. It will be fun,” he said.
As for Newman she is working closely with Executive Director of The Golden Museum Col-leen Palumbo to do a variety of work at the facil-ity.
“I am very excited to have them here. It is won-derful to have Brittany here again and over the years she has helped me out many times. It is also nice to have Chris here. It is nice to be able to offer the positions to people from here,” Palumbo said.
Both workers are looking forward to learning more about the history in the area and having the chance to share what they learn with both local people and those who visit the area.
“People should come by the area because there is so much more to Golden than they realize,” said Brown.
Golden History Camp ReturnsBrittany NewmanGolden Museum
Well parents, it is time to get into your Delor-eans and drive your kids into the past.
The Golden and District Museum is pleased to announce the return of our History Camp for kids from ages 6-12.
Campers will enjoy activities like ice cream making, panning for gold, a scavenger hunt, and learning about and creating their own silent film that will be viewed at the Golden Cinema.
There will be some activities off of the museum grounds.
These activities, however, will be within a few blocks of the museum and all activities will take place on the museum side of the bridge.
The Golden Museum believes that all children, regardless of family income, should have a chance
to experience camp. We are pleased to announce that this year we
are making 50 percent of our camp spots available to campers between the ages of 6 and 12, whose family income is limited. If you think you might qualify for this program please drop by and fill out an application.
The deadline for applications for this program is June 27. Spots are first come and fill up fast, so please do not wait till the last minute!
This year the summer camp runs for six weeks in July and August. Camp weeks start on July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, August 13, and August 20.
Camp days run from 10-4. Registration has begun.
In order to reserve your spot, please drop by the Golden and District Museum or call us at 250-344-5169.
Pictured are Golden Museum staff members Christopher Brown, Brittany Newman and Colleen Palumbo. Darryl Crane/Star photo
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Vicci NelsonAlexander Park Elementary
It seems like only yesterday that the staff of Alexander Park greeted students at our September “Welcome Back to School Pancake Breakfast.” Yet here we are in the last month of the 2011/2012 school year and, at the same time, gear-ing up for another to begin in the fall.
As this school year comes to a close, on behalf of the staff and students of Alexan-der Park, I would like to express our sin-cere thanks to the school’s Parent Advis-ory Council members, and parent and community volunteers for all you have done to support and enhance our school. All of your generously donated time and energy have been greatly appreciat-ed! Thank you to our PAC executive, to everyone who has helped at or organized a variety of school events and activities such as the Hot Lunch Program, the Milk Program, One to One reading, Fruits and Veggie Program, recycling, the Book Fair, the Bike Rodeo, supported fund-raising initiatives, volunteered in class-rooms throughout the year, and helped with skating and swimming. You were, as always, terrific!
For preschool children and their fam-ilies, plan on attending the last Ready,
Set event for this school year. On Wed-nesday, June 20, join us for Ready, Set, Summer Nights. All sorts of fun activities are being planned including bubbles, face painting, making sidewalk paint, water table, bean bag toss, and parachute games. There will be a yummy meal pro-vided of mac and cheese, veggies, and watermelon. To end the evening, there will be a family sing-a-long. The fun begins at 4:30 pm and goes until 6:45 pm. The event is free, so come out for all or part the evening festivities.
The end of a school year is always bittersweet, as it always brings goodbyes. We say goodbye and good luck to our grade 3 students. Many of them chose to be grade 3 leaders in a variety of capaci-ties over the course of this year and did a terrific job. We wish them lots of success and happiness as they move on to grade 4. We also say adieu and good fortune to those students and their families who are moving away from Golden.
Once again, thank you to all of our students’ parents for the support you demonstrated for your child and the school. We have been so fortunate to have so many supportive and helpful parents. To all of our students and par-ents, the staff wishes you a happy, fun, and safe summer.
Going APES for summer
Barb DaviesDirectorGolden Food Bank
The Golden Food Bank is launching a new fundraising campaign called Pen-nies from Heaven. This campaign is in response to the government’s announce-ment earlier this year to phase out the penny from Canada’s coinage system. We will have collection tins circulating at businesses, organizations and events in the community throughout 2012. We are hoping to raise $3000 by the end of 2012. Please join in the fun and ‘empty your pockets for the Food Bank.’ If you are interested in having a tin at an upcoming event or at your business phone the Food Bank to let us know 250-344-2113.
The Board of Directors and staff at the Golden Food Bank would like to acknow-ledge the support we have received from
the community in kicking off this cam-paign. Numerous businesses and organ-izations in town have stepped up to offer their support. We are very grateful for the energy and creativity shown by Ms. Sav-age’s Grade 2/3 class at Alexander Park. They decorated the tins that will be circu-lating in the community. Kicking Horse Culture will be supporting the Pennies from Heaven campaign at Summer Kicks 2012. Their first event kicks off Wednes-day, June 20. The Golden Golf Course Community Day was held on Tuesday, June 12 in support of the Golden Food Bank. They will be collecting pennies for the Food Bank throughout the summer at the Kicking Horse Grill.
Thank you Golden for supporting the Golden Food Bank – every penny makes a difference to those in need. We promise to keep you posted of our running tally throughout 2012.
Empty Your Pockets for the Food Bank!
Free Smoking Cessation support reduces barriers to quitTrish Hill Senior Tobacco Reduction
Coordinator with Interior Health
On my break one sunny day last week, I was on the front steps of our building watching people go by.
Some were out meet-ing friends; others were hurrying to lunch or doing errands.
But among those enjoying the sunshine it was a surprise to see, in the space of just a few minutes, two young men searching for cigarette butts on the sidewalk.
One of the men man-aged to find several butts and smoked one after the other, urgently.
The other held up his “prize” to his friend with jubilation, then tucked it away and left.
People have told me about times they’ve resorted to smoking butts, but I had never actually seen anyone do it.
I felt sad watching this act of desperation.
Why would someone put themselves at risk for serious infections in addi-tion to tobacco-related diseases like cancer, lung and heart disease?
Tobacco addiction, poverty and mental ill-nesses often play a role.
Rates of tobacco use and addiction are much higher among the poor and mentally ill.
In fact, in the US, people with mental ill-nesses consume almost half of the tobacco sold and a recent Canadian study reported smoking rates among the home-less at over 80 per cent. These populations also bear a disproportionate burden of tobacco-relat-ed illnesses.
It can be challenging to treat tobacco addiction among people with men-tal illnesses who also live in poverty.
We often mistaken-ly assume that dealing with tobacco use may be pretty low on the priority list for people struggling to meet their basic needs.
However, research shows many of these
smokers do want to reduce or quit using tobacco, often motivated by concerns about their health.
It is important to remember that, with the right supports, they can achieve this goal.
Mental health work-ers, social service work-
ers, physicians and phar-macists can all play an invaluable role in sup-porting their efforts.
In B.C. limited finances are now less of a barrier for those who wish to quit smoking.
We have free Quit-Now Services and finan-cial coverage for nico-
tine gum or patches and other quit smoking medi-cations through the B.C. Smoking Cessation Pro-gram. For more informa-tion visit quitnow.ca or speak to your health care professional.
World No Tobacco Day, was created in 1987 by the World Health
Organization, to raise awareness about the global tobacco epidem-ic.
For more information about World No Tobacco Day, visit the WHO web-site: http://www.who.int/tobacco/wntd/2012/announcement/en/index.html
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