October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice

Volume 15, Number 21 October 25, 2006 Delivered to every home between Edgewood, Kaslo & South Slocan. Published bi-weekly. “Your independently-owned regional community newspaper serving the Arrow Lakes, Slocan & North Kootenay Lake Valleys.”

Slocan Valley Official Community Plan process initiated by Jan McMurray presentation that gave people a OCP in place. Crown land In South Slocan, there were 17 public hearing, the RDCK board will Area H Director Don Munro general understanding of the planning applications in the regional district stars beside ‘no plan/no zoning’ and either adopt or reject the OCP bylaw. and Dave Wahn from the RDCK process. The second half was for are referred to the planning nine beside ‘we need a plan.’ During the process, Wahn and planning department recently people to ask questions and identify department for comment, and Munro At the three meetings in the Munro explained, an Advisory hosted a series of four meetings planning issues. “We won’t solve said, “I have observed that they listen south, there was a lot of concern Planning Commission (APC) plays about land use planning in the problems tonight, but we will identify more if you have an OCP.” about the process. Many felt there a key role by soliciting public input Slocan Valley, starting in New them,” he said. The issues were At the three meetings in the was a lack of democracy with no and making recommendations to the Denver and moving down the valley posted around the room and people south, there were people who made referendum or other kind of vote on RDCK board on key issues. The APC to Winlaw, Slocan Park and South were given five stars to stick by the it clear they wanted no planning or the process or on the plan. Wahn and is appointed by the RDCK board on Slocan. The flavour of each meeting issues most important to them. zoning. “We moved here because we Munro both explained that the the recommendation of the Director. was different, but the most marked There were over 50 issues don’t want people telling us what to planning process was citizen driven. It can have up to 15 members and 2/ difference was between the north identified in New Denver, with a do in our own backyards,” said one “You will decide at the end of the day 3 of the APC must be Area H property and the south. By the end of the general feeling of eagerness to begin from this group. Others, however, what we will have or won’t have. owners. Munro said he was looking series of meetings, it was quite clear the planning process. A proposed expressed interest in the planning We’re not here to impose anything for a “cross section of residents” on that there will probably be two lakefront development at Enterprise process in order to protect the Slocan on the residents. If the community the two APCs – one for the north and Official Community Plan processes Creek for 30 cottages worth between Valley lifestyle. The two attitudes does not want zoning, there will be one for the south. – one for the north and one for the $400,000 and $700,000 has people were reflected in the results of the no zoning. If the community wants Some people in the southern south. in the north keen to do what they can ‘stick the star on the issue’ exercise. status quo and no OCP, that’s what valley felt strongly that there should Although the New Denver to stop these kinds of things in future. At the Winlaw meeting, there you’ll get,” Wahn said. He said the be a referendum on the OCP bylaw. meeting was the most well attended, The issue with the most stars at the were 28 stars beside ‘no zoning/OCP process usually involved about 15 to Wahn’s problem with a referendum with about 160 people there (Wahn end of the night was ‘Slocan Lake – get the hell out,’ and 19 stars beside 20 public meetings and took for an OCP is that it would not be commented that it was by far the use and development,’ followed by ‘scale and scope of development over anywhere from six months to four binding – only referendums on largest planning meeting he had ever ‘limitation of development’ and next 20 years.’ Other important issues years or longer. “We work with and money issues are binding. Munro seen), one meeting goer commented ‘continuous domestic watershed were: ‘water quality (lake, river, at the speed of the community.” explained that his problem with the he was surprised at how “docile” the protection.’ Other important issues drainages),’ ‘protection of river,’ The process involves the drafting referendum idea was that only crowd was. The three meetings in the were: ‘horsepower size limits on ‘maintain local food supply,’ ‘butcher of an OCP bylaw, which is taken to property owners can vote, so not southern valley all had about 40 lake,’ ‘limitation on development closing.’ the public and various government everyone affected would have a say. people in attendance and “docile” the sizes,’ ‘shoreline ownership,’ In Slocan Park, ‘no OCP and agencies for comment. “After we’ve Munro stressed that the democratic people were not. The same group of ‘affordable housing,’ ‘non-motorized zoning’ got 18 stars, while the pro- tweaked it to the satisfaction of process would be determined by the five or six people opposed to land use footpath between New Denver and planning issue (‘no to plan means everybody,” said Wahn, it goes to the APCs. planning showed up and were quite Silverton,’ ‘public access to beaches,’ somebody else’s plan’) got 21 stars. RDCK board for two readings. Then To express interest in serving on vocal at all three meetings. ‘avoiding junkyards at historical ‘Effective democratic process’ got 20 there is a public hearing that anyone one of the APCs, write to Don Munro, Munro initiated the meetings sites,’ ‘jet skis,’ ‘sound pollution,’ stars. Other important issues were who feels they are affected by the G-16A, C-22, RR #1, Winlaw, BC because of the unprecedented growth ‘ecological sustainable ‘logging related issues,’ and OCP can attend and voice their V0G 2J0, fax to 226-7076 or email the valley has been experiencing over development,’ ‘hospital services’ and ‘safeguarding values.’ opinions. Based on the minutes of the [email protected]. the last couple of years. Because of ‘preservation of what is.’ the demand for waterfront property, People wanted to know if the north end of the valley with anything could be done about the Slocan Lake has felt that growth more Enterprise Creek development. Wahn acutely than people in the south. This explained that without an OCP in is what has made the difference in the place, there was very little anyone planning priorities for the two ends could do. He said that as long as the of the valley. developer could meet building code Munro started each meeting requirements of the Province and explaining why he had initiated the provide water, sewer and access, meetings. “People are moving in with “anything goes at the moment. There new ideas and different values,” he are no regulations on the size of the said. “This doesn’t have to be cottages or the development.” With negative, but we want to be in a an OCP in place, however, he position to say ‘that’s a good idea but explained that any proposal that did it doesn’t fit in with the expectations not fit into the plan would go to a of the people currently living here,’ public hearing. or ‘we welcome new business, but This, Wahn said, was the most when you come in, you come in important reason to have an OCP in under our rules.’” his view – because it ensures public Statistics presented showed the input on land use issues. Another plus trend: there were 67 new lot about a plan is that it can stipulate developments in Area H - the Slocan that developers pay the incremental Valley in the first eight months of this costs of servicing new developments. year, compared to an average of 20 This way, existing property owners per year in the past. Over the past five do not pay through higher taxation. years, Area H has been the fastest Some people in the southern valley growing area in the RDCK, and 4,800 were skeptical about the ability of a properties in the valley are owned by plan to stop development. Wahn said people who do not live here. Munro that plans can and have stopped said his concern was that, given these development. He acknowledged, rapid changes in the community, however, that the development often “how do we continue to protect the does go ahead, but not until it is things we hold of value?” He said that acceptable to community members. he had received many calls in the past This often happens by cutting a deal two to three years about conflicts with the developer to provide the arising from the Area’s growth, and community with something it wants, he felt it important to come to the such as seniors’ housing or parkland. public to let them know about these Both Wahn and Munro also concerns. spoke about the better leverage a During the first half of each community has with the provincial Agnice Sophia Campbell, the first Sinixt baby to be born in Canada in over 100 years, celebrated her first birthday at session, Wahn showed a power point and federal governments if it has an the annual Thanksgiving weekend Barter Fair in Vallican this year. COUNTRY FURNITURE & HOME DECOR Looking for something out of the ordinary? Country Furniture & Home Decor, 115 Hall St. Nelson, Toll-Free 1-866-352-3665 2 NEWS The Valley Voice October 25, 2006 CBT starts the dialogue on climate change in the Basin by Jan McMurray attended the Castlegar session to make by 1.7°C by 2050 and by 3.2°C in 2100. to change our behaviour as well as our Mountain pine beetle, Shreier said, Well, folks, it’s happening, so we’d presentations and to answer questions. We have lost 20%-40% of our structural engineering. We have to make will cause the biggest land use change better get used to it. Many times throughout the morning, snowpack over the last 50 years in the a 180° shift.” ever in BC. “We’ve been given the That message came through loud Merkel thanked the group of Columbia Basin, and bigger changes are Pointing out that Canada is “the green light to log the infested area as and clear at the session on climate interdisciplinary experts from Canada predicted for the future. The American biggest water guzzler next to the US” fast as we can and we have no idea how change hosted by the Columbia Basin and the US, who donated a huge amount portion of the Basin is losing its at an average of 325 litres per person this is going to change the hydrological Trust (CBT) at ‘The Columbia Basin of their time to the $37,000 project. snowpack at a much faster rate than the per day, he said that reducing water cycle.” His advice here was: “Don’t – A Cultural Environment and an Bob Sandford, chair of the UN Canadian portion. “There is a huge consumption was up to all of us. plant monoculture.” He says a variety Environmental Culture’ conference International Decade ‘Water for Life’ discrepancy between Canada and the According to Shreier, two things would of species will protect from disease and in Castlegar on October 20. in Canada, gave us the heads up that in US that international agreements have make a significant difference – fixing give us a better chance that “some of Garry Merkel, CBT board vice light of climate change, “we may have not taken into account,” he pointed out. all our leaks and installing low flush the species will be appropriate in 2050 chair and chair of the Trust’s Water to change our habits. We should start He said we may see a 15% reduction in toilets. when the climate is totally different.” Initiatives program, welcomed all to adapting to change now.” Although he our water supply by mid century and He said we need to: minimize He advised us to plant trees along the session, calling this an historic said that in the course of his UN work, this will affect many aspects of our lives. compaction of soils so that water can riverbanks – this can change the day in the Basin. “Today we start an he has realized that Canadians “are not Probably the most graphic proof of soak into the ground; create large buffer temperature of the river by 3°C-4°C per extended and involved public very good at seeing what is directly climate change came in the presentation zones around water sources; create year and will decrease chances of discussion in what I characterize as occurring in front of their eyes,” he gave on glacial recession by Dan Fagre from wetlands; detain stormwater; flooding. the biggest issue we will see in our Basin residents a huge vote of the US Geological Survey. He showed implement innovative irrigation In the realm of recreation, lifetime,” he said. confidence: “Knowing this Basin and ‘before and after’ pictures of many of methods on agricultural land; Schreier’s pet peeve is golf courses. He At the session, the CBT released its residents, I think you are up to the the glaciers in Glacier National Park and implement risk management plans on says we need to follow Scotland’s its summary report on climate change, challenge and will do the right thing.” summed it up nicely when he said, “Our freeways to deal with the predicted example and only water the putting done under the Trust’s Water Initiatives Alan Hamlet from the University glaciers are turning to puddles.” He increase in freeze-thaw events. He says greens. Ski areas, he says, had better be program, with the assistance of the of Washington described the climate pointed out that glaciers have been here we have 500,000 kilometres of resource moved to higher elevations, seeing as Pacific Climate Change Impact changes that have already occurred and for 7,000-8,000 years and we are seeing roads in BC and these are what cause “every community is banking on Consortium from the University of the changes that are predicted for the them disappear in the time frame of a most of the sediments in our water recreation for economic development.” Victoria and a number of other scientific future in the Pacific Northwest. Over human lifespan. “We will see in our supply. He warned that we will see more Merkel concluded the session by researchers. Many of the experts the 20th century, the temperature has lifetime Glacier National Park without disease with warmer temperatures and saying, “We haven’t even scratched the involved in compiling the report risen by 1°C and is predicted to increase glaciers,” he said. This is predicted for that sedimentary particles in the water surface here. The intent was to start the 2030. are “a nursery for bacteria.” He pointed conversation.” He promised that the Service Canada Hans Schreier from UBC presented out that millions of dollars were being CBT would be coming to the an overwhelming number of things we spent on salmon recovery, suggesting communities to talk about how we can 1 800 O-Canada servicecanada.gc.ca need to do to adapt to climate change. that perhaps we should be thinking better organize ourselves around the “We need protection and prevention and about fish that will survive in warmer water aspect of the very important issue Call for Proposals rehabilitation efforts,” he said. “We need water. of climate change.

Service Canada is accepting funding applications from organizations Join the peace walk in Nelson, October 28 submitted as the only option to get rid of their Children’s Choir from Uganda, and the interested in obtaining financial assistance to provide self serve and On October 28, in solidarity with a miseries and desolation and the majority Raging Grannies. There will be an assisted services to unemployed persons at the following location: National Day of Action, join the of Afghan women are victims of mental opportunity to voice your opinion in our CFP-BCYK-0607-NELSON-001: movement of co-operation towards a and sexual violence.” video poll, which will be sent to the Employment Assistance Services – Employment Services Office positive transformation in Afghanistan. The mission in Afghanistan has Canadian Parliament. Meet at the government building in already cost Canadians more than $4 The peace walk will culminate at Application package is available on-line at: Nelson at 11 am for a peace walk. billion. Nelson United Church, where www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/bc-yk/cfp/cfp.shtml This October marks the fifth Speakers at the Peace Walk include refreshments will be served. Bring signs OR anniversary of the invasion and Ann Harvey of the NDP; Don Currie, and musical instruments and pledge Canadian Peace Congress; and Katelyn your support of the Afghan people. This Service Canada Centre Nelson occupation of Afghanistan. In a speech at the NDP Convention in September, Jmaeff, Inspiring Youth for Change. event of hope and solidarity is being 333 Victoria Street Malalai Joya, the youngest female Entertainment will be provided by organized by the newly-formed Nelson Nelson, BC V1L 4K3 member of the Afghanistan Thistledown, the Lake Victoria Peace Coalition. Deadline for Application: government, stated: “I must tell you that No later than 1600h PST on December 15, 2006 at the Service Canada unfortunately there has been no Fossil Fuel Free Week in Nelson fundamental change in the plight of the Centre Nelson at the address listed above submitted emissions locally. Afghan people. When the entire nation With a proclamation from the “This is the first event of its kind Information Session: is living under the shadow of the gun City of Nelson, the West Kootenay in our region,” said Matt Lowe, Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1000h PST at the Service Canada and warlordism, how can its women EcoSociety is hosting Fossil Fuel project co-ordinator, “and it’s very Centre Nelson, Group Information Room, at the address listed above. enjoy very basic freedoms? According Free Week in Nelson, October 23 - much needed. Climate Change or to a recent UNIFAM survey, 65% of 29, to raise awareness about climate global warming is being called the For inquiries contact: the 50,000 widows in Kabul see suicide change and reduce greenhouse gas greatest threat to humanity. We have Wenda Plant 250-352-3155, ext 148 to respond in a big way now. There or [email protected] won’t be a second chance.” Thank you— On Saturday, October 28, there will be a Fossil Fuel Free Parade, Appel de propositions The Hills Recreation Society with prizes for the most unique would like to extend a hardy and mode of transportation, the best Service Canada accepte des demandes de financement provenant heartfelt thank you to all those group effort, the craziest costume, d’organismes intéressés à obtenir une assistance financière afin d’offrir who helped make the Hills and youngest and oldest participants. An Energy Efficiency des services libres et services assistés aux personnes sans emploi Garlic Festival a success on and Emission Reduction Tradeshow aux endroits suivants: September 10. In particular we will also be held on Saturday at the would like to thank the Nelson Trading Company. The CFP-BCYK-0607-NELSON-001 following: Services d’aide à l’emploi – Bureau de services d’emploi must-see climate change documentary, An Inconvenient • the mayor, council, and people Truth, by ex-US Vice-President Al Les trousses de demande sont disponibles électroniquement à of the Village of New Denver, l’adresse: Gore, will be shown Sunday, especially the residents of the October 29 at the Civic Theatre. http://www.rhdcc.gc.ca/fr/cb-yk/adp/adp.shtml Orchard, for welcoming the OU For more information, call Matt Garlic Festival into Centennial Lowe at 352-6346. Centre Service Canada de Nelson Park again 333, rue Victoria • co-ordinator Fran Wallis for Nelson, (C.-B.) V1L 4K3 organizing vendors, entertainment, and volunteers Date limite pour la demande: • all the volunteers from Hills and elsewhere who cheerfully Au plus tard 16h00 HNP le 23 15 décembre 2006 au Centre Service contributed their time and energy Canada de Nelson à l’adresse ci-dessus. • Centennial Park campground attendant Isabel Reitmeier for her WOOD PRESERVERS LTD. generous and supportive assistance throughout the weekend • the Lucerne Grad Class of 2007 for welcoming over 5000 people BUYERS OF CEDAR Les séances d’information sur cet Appel de propositions se & PINE POLES tiendront: to the Festival and helping cheerfully with other tasks Le 8 novembre 10h00 HNP au Centre Service Canada de Nelson, • the RCMP, New Denver Volunteer Fire Department and others Mike Casey cell 344-8477 Local d’information de groupe, à l’adresse ci-dessus. who kept a watchful eye on the day’s events Offering planning, management and sales for Woodlot Licences • all the growers, craftspeople, entertainers, and vendors who brought and Private Land Owners. Pour plus de renseignements, communiquez avec: their produce, wares, and talents to the Garlic Festival and who Lisa Krutop 250-372-2515 (275) ou [email protected] contributed to the Hills Rec Society raffle baskets P.O. Box 4, Brisco, B.C. V0A 1B0 Wenda Plant 250-352-3155, ext 148 • the community at large for supporting the Garlic Festival as a fun ou [email protected] event and a fundraiser for the Hills community. Phone (250) 346-3315 Fax (250) 346-3218 Government Gouvernement Thank you one and all!! of Canada du Canada TOLL FREE 1-866-346-3315 October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice NEWS 3 Springer Creek Forest Products welcomes Japanese visitors to Slocan by Jan McMurray important for our business to look for companies are looking to buy high and years.” in the world outside North America. He Springer Creek Forest Products is other markets,” said Ralph Tomlin, quality spruce/pine/fir grade lumber and He says the mill workers are key to says about 50% of Springer Creek’s changing with the times and expanding General Manager at Springer Creek. the mills in northern BC, where the bulk the company’s success with trying new business is with the US. “About five or its markets. A group of 13 people What Springer Creek has that the of this type of wood comes from, have things. “Our crew here recognizes how six years ago, probably 10% of our representing two Japanese companies, Japanese companies find attractive is virtually only beetlewood to offer. important it is to become less dependent business was done outside the US, and Japan Kenzai and Mitsui, visited the pine lumber without the blue stain “Even though the blue stain has no on the US, so the crew has worked very we thought we would be doing well if mill in Slocan for a tour on October 18. caused by the Mountain Pine Beetle. structural impact on the wood, the hard at making some of these programs we could get that up to 15%,” he said. “In light of what’s happening in the “They see this area as one of the last Japanese don’t like that appearance in successful. Everybody has bought into “Now, we’re 50% outside the US and US regarding new duties and the places to get wood free of blue stain,” their lumber. They demand a very high the test runs and trials and are doing hoping to push that up to 60% or 70%. softwood lumber deal, we find it explained Tomlin. He says the Japanese quality and they pay a higher price everything they can to make it work. Some of that will be in Canadian accordingly. They like the quality of our We have a really good crew and that markets.” wood and the look of the fibre, and they makes all the difference.” Tomlin, who has worked at the were really impressed with our product Tomlin says Springer Creek made Slocan mill for 20 years, says now that presentation and lumber wrapping.” its first ever shipment to the Philippines it is an independent sawmill and no Tomlin says Springer Creek has last month, and a small amount of longer part of the big corporate structure, been developing this Japanese product goes to Korea and Taiwan. “The the mill’s survival is even more connection over last several months, and lion’s share of our overseas business is dependent on the successes of some of has already done quite a bit of business with Japan,” he says, pointing out that these “homegrown” innovative with Japan Kenzai. “They’ve received Japan is the biggest consumer of wood initiatives. a few million board feet over the last few months and we’ve had very good product acceptance. The name ‘Springer Creek’ is starting to get brand identity theft recognition in Japan – their customers and fraud protection are very satisfied with it.” He said the Japanese companies are in the business of building North Fraud. Recognize it. Report it. Stop it. American style ‘stick frame’ houses The right information can help you avoid falling for rather than the traditional Japanese post fraud. When a caller asks you to send money in and beam style houses, so they want order to claim a big prize, it’s fraud! When a caller “something we’re set up to produce.” or Internet contact asks for your social He adds that Springer Creek is also insurance number or driver’s licence experimenting with non-traditional number, don’t provide it! You could lose lumber sizes to be even more your identity and your money. competitive. “We’ve had some test runs that have worked out very well. We’re trying to think outside the box and open Protect yourself. Crooks can do bad In an effort to expand its markets, Springer Creek Forest Products welcomed thirteen up a few more opportunities other than things with your good name. representatives from two Japanese companies to the mill in Slocan on October 18 for a tour. what we’ve traditionally done for years Positive changes in the air for independent power project in the Duncan THIS PUBLIC AWARENESS TIP BROUGHT TO YOU BY KOOTENAY by Jan McMurray route is 76 kilometres long, and is on Murphy was scheduled to attend the SAVINGS. FOR THESE TIPS AND MORE, DROP BY ANY OF The independent run-of-river Crown land, “so there are no legal issues October RDCK board meeting to make OUR BRANCHES FOR A COMPLIMENTARY BROCHURE. power project slated for the Duncan – so far,” says Murphy. a presentation about the project, but he Valley is undergoing revisions that He says the studies that need to be postponed his appearance until the Protecting you... just one more BC Regional Project Manager Neil done to evaluate the proposed changes company is sure of its plans. He says reason why we’re where you belong. Murphy says will solve some of the include both aerial and on-the-ground the soonest he anticipates being able to contentious issues surrounding the surveying. They will do an infrared attend would be January 2007. original proposal. survey of the proposed new powerline The Canada - Glacier / Howser - The two major changes under route from the air, which will produce Project was awarded a contract in www.kscu.com review are relocating the Glacier Creek an accurate map of the area. All the August under BC Hydro’s 2006 Open powerhouse so that it does not affect environmental studies will have to be Call for Power. The company has four spawning, and finding a new route for re-done for the new route. years to get the project up and running. the power line so that it does not have Nakusp Secondary to get energy Monashee Real Estate to be tunnelled through Jumbo Pass. 1998 Vernon Street, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0 Although the changes have not yet efficient heating system been finalized pending more surveys, by Jan McMurray “an Austrian bank has agreed to finance Ph. 1-888-547-9266 Fax 1-250-547-9234 engineering and environmental studies, Nakusp Secondary School is it on quite good terms for as long as we Murphy says, “We are very pleased. It’s about to get a new energy-efficient need to pay it off.” He says that NEC environmentally much more acceptable heating system that will save the members will be keeping their eyes to us and everyone else, and it will save school district 30% on its heating bill. open for other grants, but that they hope considerable dollars.” This will be the first North the income from the school will be The company is looking at moving American installation of this Austrian sufficient to make the yearly payments. the Glacier Creek powerhouse further system, called the Energy Cabin. Grimshire explains that because the north up Howser Creek Forest Service Using solar energy and wood pellet National Resources Canada grant Road, away from the mouth of Glacier technology, the Energy Cabin will required a saving of at least 30%, the Creek, where spawning takes place. The connect to the school’s existing school’s agreement with NEC says the new location is about six kilometres heating system. The existing system school district will pay 30% less than north of where it was originally is a propane-fuelled furnace, which the cost of heating with propane. proposed to sit. heats water and pipes it through the However, he says, “Until we give it a The new route for the main school. With the new system, the try, we don’t know exactly how much Burton General Store w/ Land & Living Quarters $478,000. powerline goes “virtually the same water will be heated with cleaner, energy we’ll save – we’re in the Land, building & Business all included at this price. 3 Bedroom updated distance through much more sensible cheaper fuel. experimental stage.” home with private yard attached to the only General store with gas terrain,” .says Murphy. It will also save The Nakusp Energy Corporation Included in the price of the system pumps in the immediate area. Must qualify for Liquor store & post the company about $12 million. (NEC) struck a deal with School District is the installation by technicians from office located within. Beautiful location across highway from Provincial He explains that they did not look No. 10 three or four years ago to provide Austria. “They’ll make sure it is at this route before because “it doesn’t Park & campground. Perfect opportunity for a young family looking an alternate heating source to the properly connected and will do test runs for a business. Call Darline 1-888-547-9266 MLS#9153677 appear you can go into these areas when Nakusp high school. The original idea and some instructional training for the you look at the map. But when you get was to use locally produced wood waste school district maintenance staff,” says in a helicopter, you see the map is wrong as an energy source. David Grimshire, Grimshire. and needs to be updated.” chair of NEC, says, “We’ve been trying He says NEC hopes the system will The route the company is looking to get this project off the ground for be up and running in January and “if it at avoids hiking trails, has no visual several years. Ray Greene is the one works, we’ll certainly be looking at impact where people like to recreate, is who kept the ball rolling when everyone ways to expand.” much more environmentally friendly else was getting discouraged. He has NEC is hoping that a local industry and circumvents all the potential done all the work.” producing wood waste will become problems associated with Jumbo Pass, Greene was recently at a conference interested in the project, and in looking reports Murphy. in Prince George where he saw the at wood waste as a way to cut down on “We’re quite pleased to solve some Energy Cabin on display. He spoke with fossil fuels and energy costs. of the contentious issues, and distance the company’s BC distributor, David School District No. 10 ourselves from the allegation that our Dungate, and brought the information Superintendent Walter Posnikoff says B & B Possibility $469,900. powerline will go past the proposed he looks forward not only to the savings, back to NEC, which decided to 6 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home located on Highway 6, Edgewood would resort and that we will sell power to purchase the $180,000 system for the but also to the learning opportunities for be a perfect spot for a B&B or market garden. Lovely grounds, features them. It squashes that argument,” he NSS project. the students. “Some of our science a pond, flowers, gardens, greenhouse and lots of parking. Beautiful says. Grimshire reports that a grant from programs have an alternate energy view over the Edgwood valley and only minutes from Whatchan and The original route for the main line National Resources Canada will cover component, so this will be excellent for was 76.5 kilometres long. The new the downpayment on the system, and the students.” Arrow Lakes. Call Darline 1-888-547-9266, MLS# 9158842 4 OPINION The Valley Voice October 25, 2006

impair trade, investment or labour Here’s hoping our government approaches to mitigate some bear OCP shouldn’t be used as a substitute for neighbourliness mobility.” There are some limited will have a second look at the Coffee problems. Whistler and the North I have to begin this column with an apology to my dear friend Eric Nygren. exceptions allowed for in the Creek project to insure the taxpayers Shore of Vancouver now have COs In my editorial of August 2, 2006, I said that he’d been reluctantly converted agreement, such as water, but these are receiving value for their money. called Bear Response Officers who to the idea of planning in the Slocan Valley. I’m sorry for making this assertion are to be reviewed annually to reduce This issue renews memories of the use non-killing methods to mitigate - it’s not true. I had come to this conclusion after witnessing the amount of their scope. millions of dollars wasted on bear/human interaction. Some bears, effort that went into the Sandon Official Community Plan. All government regulation will replacing the burnt train trestles in the however, are so garbage-conditioned At one time I had the distinction of serving on a committee of the Sandon be affected because any regulation Okanagan for a few people to walk that they still have to be put away. Historical Society charged with the task of reviewing the Draft OCP (which could be seen as in some way across. It seems to me our values are Finally, hats off to our local has never received third reading, by the way). It’s an impressive document. It restricting investment. And even if a very twisted. Villages for moving towards details construction requirements for replicating the the old town in regulation fits with one of the Larry Greenlaw increased bear-proofing and thanks excruciating detail. We threw our hands in the air when we got to the section objectives TILMA accepts as being Meadow Creek to YRB and Chris Fox for their on underground parking. legitimate, it can still be successfully willingness to donate their older bear- To be fair, Eric isn’t responsible for what came out of the Sandon OCP. challenged if it is not the least Bear biologist proof (well nearly bear-proof) He did, however, get the ball rolling on the planning process. And he did it restrictive way to achieve the contributes to roadside containers to community for very good reasons. He sees that one day Sandon could be a major heritage objective! locations where they are needed. attraction, and that development there should be planned and regulated. But the part that most riles me is bear discussion YRB is replacing the older bins with Eric is, however, against planning in rural areas. He says it makes people that the TILMA agreement I’d like to respond to some recent new bear-proof bins. Other good less neighbourly. Instead of talking problems over with their neighbours, they recognizes only certain government comments in the Valley Voice about news is that the Valhalla Society has complain to authorities. It’s a compelling argument and one that’s worth objectives as legitimate. Among the Bear Smart and bear relocations. received some funding from the considering. Maybe we should just issue people with a pamphlet “A guide to objectives not recognized as John White’s idea about habitat province to do the Phase I Problem neighbourly behavior,” when they buy real estate in the area. legitimate are the preservation of enhancement to help keep bears out Analysis study towards becoming a Myself, I feel that there’s people who would take advantage of planning agricultural land, the conservation of of the communities has some merit Bear Smart Community. We are also to behave in an unneighbourly fashion. There’s also people that would take heritage sites, the maintenance of and, contrary to his impression, is next in line to hire a community Bear advantage of a lack of planning to behave in an unneighbourly fashion. There’s scenic views, or the promotion of something that can be included in a Aware Coordinator next year. To probably some overlap between the two groups. small business, neighbourhood or community Bear Smart program. For learn more about this, please come My biggest concern with planning is that it doesn’t get highjacked by rural development. example, careful selective logging to my presentation on the Bear Smart special interest groups. I have no problem with planning for the orderly growth More info/analysis can be found away from developed lands would program on November 18 at Knox of parks, industry, commercial and residential development. I want that plan at the Canadian Centre for Policy improve berry production for bears Hall. I’ll also be talking about to reflect values shared by those of us who live here. Rather than seeing it as Alternatives website: http:// to feed on. However, until there is Valhalla’s successful spirit bear something to divide neighbours, I would like to see it as an opportunity for www.policyalternatives.ca/ more effective bear-proofing of conservancy program. Stay tuned! dialogue. I would agree with Eric that an Official Community Plan shouldn’t Need we more reminding how garbage and less fruit available to Wayne McCrory, Bear Biologist be used as a substitute for neighbourliness. precarious this democracy is and how draw bears into our communities, Hills Dan Nicholson, publisher an engaged citizenry is the only thing improving habitat in outlying areas familiar with the impact of the that will save our communities??? may have limited usefulness. What will be the fate Apology to Kaslo Alberta tar sands’ boom on this small Suzy Coulter There is considerable confusion and area citizens ‘undiscovered’ BC community (i.e. New Denver about whether relocating bears of Kaslo’s historic the epidemic of absentee ownership’s works. The studies I am aware of We are sincerely sorry for our dark window syndrome here in New Open letter to Kevin show that it works about 30 - 60 % Court House? actions on the night of September Denver), with the signing of the BC/ of the time. What is important is to Just as things are looking up a bit, 31st. The four of us vandalized public Falcon, Minister of Alberta Trade, Investment and relocate bears before they become the provincial government puts the property that has been maintained by Labour Mobility Agreement Transportation nuisances, move them to good squeeze on. An offer of $120,000 by the good people of the district of (TILMA), Premiers Campbell and Recently I wrote to you about habitat, and do what we call “hard the Village of Kaslo to purchase the Kaslo, and could not regret it more. Klein, without any public inadequate funding for the rehab of releases” where the bear gets a Court House has recently been We apologize for what we did, and consultation have entrenched the the north-south corridors in the West “spanking” (using, for example, countered at $245,000 by the former admit it was absolutely unacceptable hegemony of so-called cost Kootenay, based on our large noise-makers, trained dogs, rubber BCBC now doing business as behaviour. We would like to be efficiency over democracy in contributions to the province from bullets) and therefore associates Accommodation and Real Estate responsible young adults, and own up frightening, pervasive detail. resource revenues. humans with an unpleasant Services (ARES). Gone are the days to our mistakes. We would like For instance, this agreement The enclosed Surespan experience. This will make the bear when public assets considered nothing more than to make it up to (posted on the internet at: http:// Construction traffic advisory for less likely to return to areas where surplus were offered to the people the community by performing tinyurl.com/krqrb) goes far beyond Coffee Creek bridge is another humans live. who own them for $1. We have all various services to give something NAFTA in enabling commercial example of our lack of importance I think once a Bear Aware paid for this building many times back after taking something away. interests to sue against regulations to the province. If this bridge program gets underway in our upper over. Most importantly however, we know they don’t like. It also massively replacement on Hwy. 31 was on any Slocan Valley rural and town If the Village fails to negotiate a what we did was wrong, and all we deregulates, as stated in Article 3: other highway in BC, it would be communities, we should expect some fair deal with ARES, this historic can do is ask and hope for your there shall be “No Obstacles” that trestled to remove the very high opportunities to move bears away public asset will be lost. Many forgiveness. would impair or restrict “trade hazards of the Coffee Creek Canyon. from the human-use areas. A potential uses for the building have Thank you. through the territory of the Parties, The trestle would be approximately contractor under the Wildlife Branch been identified. This is a solid brick BC/Alberta trade or investment or labour mobility 100 meters long with less than 35 could easily be trained to do the building with large adjacent property. between the Parties” and that “Parties meters of freespan. Hardly an needed relocation and this would It is not the time to let go of land deal rings alarm bells shall not establish new standards or overwhelming engineering project. certainly ease some of the bear assets. We will undoubtedly need the While we have become far too regulations that operate to restrict or Many accidents and deaths have concerns before they get out of hand. space sooner rather than later. occurred in the Coffee Creek Canyon. This would be a far better Those who feel that enough has LETTERS POLICY The new bridge is without vision approach than leaving the bears in been lost already should step up and planning. It will do nothing to remove town for weeks eating fruit and hold the line at the Provincial Court The Valley Voice welcomes letters to the editor from our the very high hazard of the rock cliffs, garbage and becoming increasingly House in Kaslo. A memorial plaque readers. Please mark your letter “LETTER TO THE EDITOR.” sharp corners and steep grades. In food-conditioned until someone gets placed on the building by Col. Include your address and daytime phone number. short, a waste of taxpayer funding. fed up and calls the CO and then there Kembell’s men upon return from Letters should be no longer than 500 words. Letters may be Adding to the preceding, the is a slaughter. Additionally, if we take Vimy Ridge should serve as a insult of having a curfew imposed on away the bears’ smorgasbord, fewer reminder to all of the many sacrifices edited. Please email your letter if possible. us between 7 pm and 7 am is very bears will be coming into people that have been made for the public We will not knowingly publish any letter which is defamatory troubling. Has anyone planned for areas. This is one of the main goals good by citizens of Kaslo and area. or libelous. We will not publish anonymous letters, nor may you logging and chip trucks, medical of the province’s Bear Smart Let your elected officials know use a pseudonym, except in extraordinary circumstances. emergencies, doctor appointments in program. how you feel about the privatization Trail or other inconveniences to Once a community has become of public assets. Opinions expressed in published letters are those of the author business and the general public of the Bear Smart, the province is Donna Cormie and not necessarily those of The Valley Voice. North Kootenay Lake area? committed to using non-lethal Kaslo

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Publisher - DAN NICHOLSON • Editor - JAN MCMURRAY • Food Editor - ANDREW RHODES Published and printed in British Columbia, Canada The Valley Voice is distributed throughout the Slocan and Arrow Lake Valleys from South Slocan/Playmor Junction to Edgewood and Kaslo on Kootenay Lake. Circulation is 7,200 papers, providing the most complete news and advertising coverage of any single newspaper serving this area. SUBSCRIPTIONS: CANADA $55.12, USA $84.80, OVERSEAS $127.20. (Prices include GST) Canada Post Publications Mail Agreement #40021191 October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice COMMUNITY 5 SLUGS end busy year in Kohan Garden with October 22 Cleanup Party submitted greatly appreciate the many generous Fall Draw winners were: Work Party, welcome; please contact Ray Nunn for the garden gatehouse, created by The Slocan Lake Garden Society donors to Pauli’s Memorial Fund, Leslie Mikkelsen; Gardener’s or Barry Barker. Brenda Lucas of Monumental (aka SLUGS) and the Kohan Garden from which we purchased the Basket, Bronwyn Hashimoto; Our fall planning meeting and Stoneworks, Nelson. Funding for the hosted many events this season: two beautiful classic stone lantern now Gardening Life subscription, Judith potluck will be at Webb Cummings’, plaque was realized by our Friday guided group tours, four weddings, a gracing the grasses garden bridge, as Maltz. New Denver, starting at 3 pm on Market sales, a donation from the bicycle tour breakfast, Slocan Lake well as a weeping Japanese lace-leaf The Fall Cleanup Party on Sunday, October 29. All are Village of New Denver and a grant Gallery Society ‘Art in the Garden’ maple planted at the tea house wall. October 22 brought many helpful welcome. Please bring your ideas for from the Columbia Kootenay Fest, and a Memorial Day for Pauli The SLUGS also thank our many rakes and hands from the GRUBS, 2007 projects or events at the Kohan Cultural Alliance of the Columbia Inose, our beloved “Mama Slug.” We Friday Market booth patrons. The SLUGS and community. The garden Garden. Basin Trust. The plaque dedication is now ready for its Christmas We are very pleased to announce ceremony will be held in April, 2007. lighting display and winter splendor. the completion of a permanent Watch for announcements next Donations of LED light strings are granite-incised interpretation plaque spring.

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION – SUMMIT LAKE SKI AREA NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Directors of the Regional District of Central Kootenay proposes to adopt the “Summit Lake Ski Area Financial Contribution Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1829, 2006”, which would authorize establishment of a service within the Villages John Herrmann puts the finishing touches on the Pauli Inose Memorial Lantern. of Nakusp, New Denver and Silverton, Electoral Area K, and a portion of Electoral Area H for NACF grants program presentation the purpose of providing an annual financial contribution towards the cost of the operation of submitted moving speech, she noted that the spirit the Summit Lake Ski Area. Nakusp and Area Community of volunteerism is alive and well in and Foundation (NACF) held its annual around Nakusp. The remaining $1,250 AREA: The service area may be more particularly described as the “Summit Lake Ski Area public presentations for projects has been set aside for capacity building. Financial Contribution Service Area” and comprises the Villages of Nakusp, New Denver and funded this year at the Seniors Hall A total of $6,000 in grants were Silverton, Electoral Area K and that portion of Electoral Area H described as Enterprise Creek on October 17. given to local projects this year. Of that, north (which includes Red Mountain, Sandon, Rosebery, Hills and Summit Lake). PALS, which received $1,500 for $5,000 came from the Vancouver a 2006 spay and neuter campaign, Foundation through its LEAD program, TAX IMPLICATIONS: The annual cost of providing the service shall be recovered by means of showed the impact of its efforts through and was distributed by NACF. The a property value tax to be imposed on the basis of the net taxable value of land and improvements a power point presentation. Six PALS remaining $1,000 came from the in the service area in accordance with Section 803(1)(a) of the Local Government Act to be directors shared their stories of how interest earned by the NACF collected under Section 806. NACF funding helped make their endowment fund. NACF Chair Randy project a huge success. Thiessen spoke of the board’s five-year The maximum amount that may be requisitioned annually for the service shall not exceed Paula Rogers presented on behalf effort to start the community foundation $20,000. or $0.049/$1000. (Residential Rate of $0.042/$1000.) of the net taxable value of land of the library, showing photos of the new and then achieve the goal of raising and improvements, whichever is greater. magazine rack and thanking the $160,000 through matching funds foundation for its $500 contribution to programs with the Vancouver EXAMPLE OF PROPERTY TAX: the library’s expansion project. Foundation and CBT as well as The golf course was represented by individual donations. ASSESSED VALUE OF TAXATION @ Cheryl Nishida, who showed photos of “We have been working hard for RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RESIDENTIAL RATE ($0.042/$1000.) signage paid for with its $750 grant. She some time explaining to the community $ 70,000. $2.94 did a wonderful job presenting her what a locally operated community $100,000. $4.20 foundation would be capable of. It is an message that the Nakusp Golf Club is a $150,000. $6.30 non-profit organization that encourages amazing feeling to simply demonstrate $200,000. $8.40 youth sportsmanship and brings tourists its potential by giving out grants to great to Nakusp and area. projects like these,” commented Please note: Property classed “Utility” pays 3.5 times the residential rate indicated above. Frances Swan rocked the house Thiessen. “We would like to thank the Property classed “Business” pays 2.45 times the residential rate indicated above. with her presentation on the success of community for the support and helping Property classed “Residential, Recreation & Farm” pays the residential rate indicated above. this summer’s Nakusp Minor Soccer us reach our mandate.” The interest from the endowment Summer Camp. With a power point ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS: Under Section 86 of the Community Charter, approval presentation set to the music of the fund of $160,000 will be given annually of the electors within the “Summit Lake Ski Area Financial Contribution Service Area” is being Ramones, Swan showed the highlights to local projects for years to come. Next obtained by means of the Alternative Approval Process. Therefore, eligible electors within the of the soccer camp with 73 participants year it is estimated that NACF will be service area opposed to establishing this service may petition against the adoption of Bylaw — an amazing turnout. NACF gave giving $11,400 in grants locally, again $1,000 to subsidize registration fees for in conjunction with the Vancouver No. 1829 by signing an Elector Response Form which may be obtained from the Regional eight kids as well as subsidizing some Foundation LEAD program. To qualify District of Central Kootenay Office. of the costs to bring professional soccer for NACF grants, groups must be coaches to the camp. Holly Woods, charitable organizations or be affiliated At least 10% of electors must petition against the adoption of Bylaw No. 1829 prior to the from Alfa Guild, thanked the foundation with one. For more information, contact deadline date which is at least 30 days after the last publication of this Notice in order to for $1,000 to purchase signs for the front Randy through his work number, 265- prevent the Board from proceeding with the Bylaw without the assent of the electors. of the art gallery. In a particularly 5241. ELECTOR RESPONSE FORM: The Elector Response Form must be in the form established by the Board of Directors and is available from the offices of the Regional District of Central Kootenay during regular office hours or from the RDCK’s website at www.rdck.bc.ca

WHO MAY SIGN THE ELECTOR RESPONSE FORM: Electors, either resident or owning property, within the boundaries of the “Summit Lake Ski Area Financial Contribution Service Area” are the only persons entitled to sign the Elector Response Form. An elector is a person who meets the requirements and qualifications defined by the Local Government Act as described in detail on the Elector Response Form. The Board of Directors has resolved that a fair estimate of the total number of electors in the subject area is 4,000. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 86(1)(c) of the Community Charter, 400 or more electors must sign the Elector Response Form to prevent the Board of Directors from proceeding with establishment of the service without the assent of the electors.

The 2006 Nakusp and Area Community Foundation Grants Presentation DEADLINE: The Elector Response Form must be received by the undersigned before 4:30 Evening took place on October 17. p.m. on December 4, 2006.

Finish Carpenter If you have any questions regarding this proposal or would like to request an Elector Response Form, please feel free to contact the undersigned. Information relating to this notice will also Cabinetmaker be available on the Regional District’s website at www.rdck.bc.ca under “Public Notices.”

25 years Woodworking Experience Dated at Nelson, B.C. this 23rd day of October , 2006. Doug Stanley Dawn Attorp, Manager of Corporate Administration Regional District of Central Kootenay 1-250-265-4967 Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5R4 [email protected] Telephone: 352-6665 Toll Free: 1-800-268-7325 FAX: 352-9300 6 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice October 25, 2006 Red Mountain home saved by fire department by Jan McMurray cardboard that had accumulated over He figures she was the one who conducting an after-school program to replace the roof, which will arrive Richard Burton and Lila Strand the summer. The woodshed, called 911 and who activated the Red while all the action was going on up Wednesday, followed by a work party are so very glad that Red Mountain connected to the house in the back, Mountain Road phone tree. Burton at her house. She knew nothing about Thursday. “Wendy [Harlock] and Road is now covered by the New housed a wood-fired boiler that then grabbed his fire hose, but broke it until she arrived home around Sally [Hammond] have done an Denver and area fire department. heated the house. Burton put some the pipe while trying to get a kink out suppertime. extraordinary amount of the logistics Their house was saved by the crew cardboard in the boiler and then of the line. Next, he turned on the Burton and Strand are amazed and organizing,” said Richard. on October 19. decided he’d have a quick nap. Half garden hose and started spraying the and very grateful for the helping Unfortunately, the couple did not “We are incredibly grateful to an hour later, he woke up to a strange area between the house and the hands lent by the community. They have fire insurance, although they were those volunteers,” said Burton. “Had sound. He went to the shed and flaming shed. This is when Burton say that in one day, the place was in the process of applying for it. For all it not been for them, the house would opened the door to “a raging inferno.” thinks he got burned. completely cleaned up. Community practical purposes, insurance has not be gone.” Burton recalls his next series of His guess is that the fire was members washed the smoke- been available to people on Red The fire started in the wood shed, actions with some humour now, caused by a spark igniting debris on damaged walls, countertops, floors, Mountain Road until very recently, when which burned to the ground. It spread realizing he was in a panic and not the ground near the shed. bedding, clothing, etc. They cleaned it became part of the service area. Those to the attic of the house and badly thinking clearly. First, he grabbed a He says that probably about 30 up the destroyed shed and trucked who wish to contribute to the roof project damaged the roof. Burton suffered couple of important items and got of his neighbours arrived, and in the debris up to the transfer station. can put money down on Burton’s minor burns to his face. them out of the house. Then he about 15 minutes, they had emptied They ordered the building materials account at Silverton Building Supplies. That afternoon, Burton was at phoned a neighbour – no answer. He the house. home “in busy fall mode,” bringing phoned another neighbour, who he When the fire department and in firewood and burning some of the says was “remarkably cool-headed.” ambulance got to the scene, paramedics Karen Forsythe and Joe Nakusp General Store once again presents Matthews checked people for smoke OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD inhalation. Burton was given oxygen and taken to the health centre for his DEADLINE: NOV. 18, 2006 burns. Operation Christmas Child gives you the opportunity to make Fire Chief Leonard Casley reported that about a dozen this Christmas brighter for a needy child. Now in its 12th year, firefighters came out with two this project of Samaritan’s Purse allows you as a family to engines and a tanker. “The guys did send a message of love and compassion to children in crisis an excellent job of keeping it areas of the world. contained to the attic area,” he said. We welcome the opportunity to join with you to bring a gift of “They would have lost the house if they didn’t have the service.” hope, faith and compassion to a needy child this year.To take This was the first incident on Red part in this exciting program, ask for a brochure from the Mountain Road since it joined the Operation Christmas Child Co-ordinators, Second Sight and area fire protection service in the Nakusp General Store. By joining together with Operation spring. “It went well,” reported Christmas Child, you can share the true Casley. “The narrow driveways are meaning of Christmas with millions of an issue up there with the clumsy precious children. trucks – hopefully this will get people Shoe boxes available at to understand why we ask that driveways be 14’-16’ wide.” NAKUSP GENERAL STORE Lila Strand, Burton’s wife and Broadway St., Nakusp Lucerne Kindergarten teacher, was Richard Burton and Lila Strand stand outside their Red Mountain home. Ph: 265-3444 BearSmart funding comes through for upper Area H by Jan McMurray from the provincial BearSmart Summit Lake. The Valhalla Wilderness Society program to do a bear hazard study Wayne McCrory, VWS bear (VWS) has received a $3,000 grant in the area from Enterprise Creek to biologist, says, “This is very exciting. F L U It means we can get things on a more positive track – we can learn from our bad summer and move forward.” A bear hazard study is the first C L I N I C S step of the BearSmart program. It is a problem analysis, looking at garbage, Flu shots are safe, effective, and free for the following: campgrounds, trails, etc. “A lot of bear • People 65 years and older hazard studies have been done in the • Children and adults with chronic health conditions different parks, so we’re way ahead and their household contacts of the game there,” says McCrory. He • Health care workers and emergency responders estimates that the study will cost • Healthy children aged 6 - 23 months $5,000, so will be approaching the • Household contacts and caregivers of infants aged Villages and the RDCK to make up 0 - 23 months the shortfall. • Pregnant women in their 3rd trimester Another BearSmart requirement • Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care is a community bear working group, Local bear biologist Erica Mallam gave a workshop about bears to the kids facilities which McCrory says will be formed from preschool to grade 4 at Lucerne School on October 17. over the winter. The group will be NAKUSP comprised of representatives from the Nakusp Seniors’ Hall (Drop-In)Nov. 6 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Villages, RCMP, and Conservation 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Officer service. Health Unit (611 Broadway) Nov. 7 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fall Value In the spring, “we’re on the top (Phone 265-3608 to book appt.) Nov. 14 9:00 am - 12:00 noon of the list to get funding to hire a Bear Aware Co-ordinator, who can do 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Wood Bistro Table / w 2 Chairs public education and help people NEW DENVER reg. $190.00 Sale $149.95 design better systems for their Slocan Community Health Centre Nov. 9 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Savings garbage, come up with a plan to Activity Room (Drop-In) 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm address the fruit problem, etc.,” IN HAUSE SELECTS Slocan Community Health Centre Nov. 16 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm reports McCrory. Funding for the MAPLE 3-STRIP LAMINATE (Phone 358-7911 to book appt.) position comes from the BC FLOORING 7 mm EDGEWOOD Conservation Association. reg $1.39/sq. ft. Sale $1.26/sq. ft. The next step in the BearSmart Red Cross Outpost Hospital Nov. 10 9:00 am - 11:30 am Ceramic Planter Pots program is a bear-people conflict 2 x 8 STK CEDAR (Drop-In) Cornwall Large Assort. Colours (#10740) prevention plan. McCrory says once reg $59.75 Sale $44.95 reg $2.79/lin. ft. Sale $1.39/lin. ft. BURTON Large Set 3 pc. (#LPC) that is completed and in place, which Burton Community Hall Nov. 10 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm reg $73.99/set Sale $52.95/set could take about five years, “maybe (Drop-In) Medium Set 3 pc. (#MCP) we’ll get our BearSmart status and reg $42.95/set Sale $29.95/set that’s when they agree to re-locate.” SLOCAN PARK He adds that some re-location has Slocan Park Community Hall Nov. 17 10:00 am – 12:00 noon 6 x6 CERAMIC BRANCO happened in communities that have SLOCAN CITY WHITE WALL TILE Broan Allure II Range Hood 30” White started in on the BearSmart program. Slocan City Wellness Centre Nov. 27 10:00 am – 12:00 noon reg 36¢ ea. Sale 25¢ ea. reg. $399.99 Sale $319.99 “The Conservation Officer service has (Harold Street) been very co-operative that way and I expect we’ll get the same kind of Clients for the flu clinics should wear short sleeves and bring co-operation.” SILVERTON216 Lake BUILDING Avenue, Silverton SUPPLIES their glasses and Care Card. If you need more information McCrory will speak about Phone: 358-2293 about the flu vaccine or the clinics, please call the Nakusp BearSmart and the VWS Spirit Bear Toll-free: 1-800-332-0588 program at Knox Hall on November Health Unit at 265-3608 or go to www.interiorhealth.ca [email protected] 18. October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice SLOCAN VALLEY 7 Brent Kennedy students enjoy visits with world-class athletes submitted of getting what you want,” she told of her successes as well as her All of the students displayed their messages that were shared by both Since the beginning of the school students from grades 4 to 6. She setbacks and encouraged the children enthusiasm and appreciation for the of these world-class competitors. year, Brent Kennedy students and revealed her “secret weapon” is to learn from the mistakes they make staff have been piloting a program positive thinking. She shared stories along the way to their goals. called ‘Healthy Buddies.’ The program was developed as a result of research at BC Children’s Hospital which indicates that this is the first generation of children which may be in danger of expecting a shorter lifespan than their parents. The program relies heavily on older children teaching the younger ones. Buddy classes enjoy weekly lessons as well as ‘Fitness Loops’ in the gym twice each week. This past week, two special visitors shared their messages with the students at Brent Kennedy. Although neither one of them is connected to the ‘Healthy Buddies’ 3635 Tonis Lane, Passmore program, both Allison McNeill, head coach of the Canadian national Wood Oven Pizzas women’s basketball team, and Darcy Turenne, member of Canada’s Pasta, Ribs, Lasagnas, Wings, national women’s downhill cycling Salads, Desserts team, offered words of encourage- Allison McNeill, head coach of the Canadian national women’s basketball ment to the students. team, inspires Brent Kennedy students Open Wed-Sun 3:30-9:00 Coach McNeill explained how Pick-up or Delivery she utilizes the buddy system to have older players set an example for the Delivery Area from Appledale younger players on the women’s national basketball team. Her success to the Junction! is simply incredible. The team recently returned from the world championships in Brazil, where they finished in the top ten. Her message was very simple: work hard, make identity theft good choices and never lose sight of and fraud protection your dreams. She followed up her discussion with a one-hour clinic for the students from grades 4 to 6. Identity theft is no joke. On Wednesday afternoon Identity theft steals your good name, your money students had the opportunity to listen –even your self-respect. to Darcy Turenne, a member of the Esteem Team as well as a world-class Protect yourself. Don’t give out downhill bike rider. Darcy shared Parents and pre-schoolers at the Tots Plus class offered by Slocan Valley your social insurance or some exciting video footage as well Recreation recently spent the morning making scarecrows for the fourth driver’s licence numbers on as a powerful message. annual Slocan Valley Scarecrow Tour. the phone or Internet. “Goal setting is a really easy way Crooks use them to steal your Silverton council, October 11: money and commit crimes in Joint garbage pickup trial approved till April 30 your name. by Jan McMurray little further south, at the village office the project to be considered under the •Mayor Everett reported that he had and gallery. program (Farm Credit Canada THIS PUBLIC AWARENESS TIP BROUGHT TO YOU BY KOOTENAY a very positive meeting with New She also reported that there were Agrispirit Fund), the Village must SAVINGS. FOR THESE TIPS AND MORE, DROP BY ANY OF Denver Public Works staff and Mayor two interested parties in the Leadville administer the grant money if the OUR BRANCHES FOR A COMPLIMENTARY BROCHURE. Wright regarding joint garbage pickup Street property that the Village is trying application is successful. Council between the two villages. He asked to sell. approved the partnership. Protecting you... just one more council to approve that Silverton •Councillor Provan reported on the •The Silverton Historical Society reason why we’re where you belong. continue the joint exercise with New Facilities and Recreation committee wrote to thank the Village for Denver for a trial period ending April meeting of October 5, when the day temporarily storing the society’s 30, when they will re-evaluate. Council park campground was discussed. “It recently acquired large artifacts in one agreed. was an opportunity to hear from of its outbuildings. Administrator Ida www.kscu.com •Adminstrator Junko Ida reported residents,” she said. “People on both reported that the Village was working that she was working with the RDCK sides of the issue came out.” As the with the society to find a longterm Waste Management Department to meeting was designed for public input, solution for storing the items. move the recyling depot to the public the committee made no •Mayor Everett reported that high- Emergency Social works yard, right beside the village recommendation for council at that speed internet was up and running in office. The only complication with this time. Silverton. location, she explained, is a safety issue •The Friends of Silverton Memorial •Administrator Ida will attend an Services Training with people accessing the new site from Hall sent in a letter to inform council of Emergency Operations Level 2 the highway at the bridge. She indicated a possible source of funding for the workshop in Castlegar on October 25 that this access would probably need to project to renovate the hall, and to ask and 26. be barricaded. People will access the the Village to partner with the group in •Accounts payable of $25,805.90 Setting up an Emergency new depot by turning off the highway a order to be eligible for the grant. For were approved. New Denver council, October 10: Reception Centre Health centre catchment area population still unclear 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday, Nov. 4, by Leah Main at the time. •Council authorized a joint garbage •On September 15, the Village sent Council’s question to IHA was pickup trial period till April 30, 2007 Knox Hall, New Denver a letter to Interior Health Authority “whether or not those figures are still with the Village of Silverton. If this asking for clarification of what numbers being used by the health authority’s shared service is workable, both are being used to determine the local/regional staff for planning Villages could realize savings on shared catchment area for Slocan Community purposes. Have they been updated?” equipment costs. Documentation Health Centre. Council was While IHA’s letter of response said •The goose problem at Centennial 10 am - 2 pm, Sunday Nov. 5, disappointed with IHA’s response, as it “Interior Health uses Local Health Area Park was discussed. It was referred to did not include the current catchment Profiles compiled by Strategic the next meeting for further exploration. Fire Hall, Nakusp population figure. Information Services, updated yearly,” •Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 608 In 2004 the local Health Matters the letter did not state what the current received three readings, and will be Committee provided IHA with figures catchment population figure is. adopted at a special meeting October drawn from BC Stats (population Council considered this answer to 16. The bylaw exempts from taxation For more information contact: section) and federal census information, be unresponsive to the question posed, certain land and improvements owned which pegged the catchment at 2,800, and authorized staff to pursue the matter, by churches, and is reviewed annually. Ann Bunka 358-2552 (work) when adjusted for seasonal factors. This and to initiate a Freedom of Information •The next regular meeting of 358-7141 (home) number was verbally accepted by IHA query if necessary. council will be November 14. 8ARTS/CULTURE The Valley Voice October 25, 2006 Arrow Lakes Arts Council presents Karin Plato, November 3 submitted Karin Plato at the Bonnington Arts performer, Karin is a Vancouver-based of Karin Plato in Nakusp. She appeared On Friday, November 3, at 8 pm Centre. jazz vocalist and composer. She was as lead vocalist from the ‘Mother of The Arrow Lakes Arts the Arrow Lakes Arts Council presents A thoughtful and dynamic nominated for a Juno Award in 2000 Pearl’ female jazz group two seasons Council presents: for her recording There’s Beauty in the ago. The NSS Jazz Band will receive In performance at the Rain and was twice nominated coupons to go to this concert for $10. BONNINGTON ARTS CENTRE Canadian Jazz Vocalist of the Year. Her Please see your band director, Lisa eclectic repertoire includes her own Lizee, for these coupons. compositions as well as arrangements Tickets are available at the of many well loved classics. Broadway Deli, or at the door the Karin will be appearing with Bill evening of the performance. Doors open Coon on guitar, Paul Rushka on bass, at 7:30 pm and the concert starts at 8:00 and Nino Dipasquale on drums. Karin pm. The Arrow Lakes Arts Council will be paying tribute to six vocal jazz would like to thank the Selkirk Inn for legends who continue to influence and hosting this concert. inspire jazz vocalists: Ella Fitzgerald, Remember that season ticket Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Peggy packages are still available for the ‘three KARIN PLATO Lee, Anita O’Day and Nat King Cole. package’ Concert Series by contacting Jazz Vocalist In This will be the second appearance Marilyn Massey at 265-4087. “ With a Song in my Heart” FRIDAY, NOV. 3rd at 8:00 pm James Keelaghan at the Langham submitted it’s about on Keelaghan’s lastest CD, A Tickets are $20 Adults and James Keelaghan is one of Few Simple Verses. $15 Seniors/Children Canada’s greatest songwriters and an “I love touching people as a (60 and over) (12 and under) international performer. He has a performer,” he says, “Putting a song $10 for Jazz Band Students resonant baritone voice that’s been across so that people get inside the story. with coupon called everything from sweet to smooth I love the immediacy of it, the to coffee rich and glorious. feedback.” Tickets available at the He is booked into the Langham, in In the past two years , Keelaghan Broadway Deli or at the door. Kaslo, for Wednesday November 8 at has toured all of Europe, England three Doors open at 7:30 pm. 7:30 pm. Act now, and buy your tickets times, the United States and Canada Hospitality Host: ($22) through Sunnyside Naturals twice. In that time, he also had to say Selkirk Inn because a sell out crowd is expected. goodbye to both parents and just four Vo ice and the love of song is what months ago, became a father for the first time. A Few Simple Verses is his ninth recording. In this collection of ten songs (mostly traditional songs and one song co-written with Irish folk singer Jez Lowe), Keelaghan pays homage to a musical heritage he’s been a part of since he can remember. He explains that “folk music is the most evolutionary music out there... The folk music that is being played now at Folk Festivals is not the same as it was years ago, but that’s a good thing. Folk music absorbs influences from everywhere. 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*NEW* John Bean 4x4 Alignment Machine *NEW* Genesis Scan and Scope Computer Diagnostics Machine *NEW* Automatic Transmission Flush Machine Support Your Local Businesses! October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice LIVING 9 Old Age - Field Notes: Food for Thought finale not to be missed submitted Obermayr says, “It started out to be side of life is part of her family finale to the ‘Food For Thought’ Noah’s Wife’ will attest to her Lorna Obermayr will regale us a serious cautionary tale for youth tradition. “They were always series than a good belly laugh. hilarity and wit. with observations about old age at – you know, ‘this too will happen joking.” Anyone who has attended Lorna’s All welcome to this event. By the Silverton Gallery on November to you, but here are some antidotes What could be a more fitting rendition of her very own ‘Story of donation. 1 at 7:30 pm. This is the last talk in to the suffering.’ As thoughts of the current ‘Food For Thought’ death and decay led me to the slough series put on jointly by the Hidden of despond, I remembered chats Garden Gallery and Silverton with my old friend Stan Rowe. We Gallery. would whinge a lot but always end When asked to trace her up laughing at the absurdity of life thoughts on the creation of this talk, and its final act.” entitled ‘Old Age: Field Notes,’ Lorna says looking at the funny

coffee I’ve had in over a year. Sooooo gooood. There’s lots of food too. Fresh made Excellent sandwiches (I had a black forest ham assortment of sub, it was fab!) bagels, sausage roles, with quiche, soups, Jamaican beef patties, fireworks!!! Andrew spanakopita, ham and eggs, and brownies and other treats with icing, and Santa Cruz Rhodes YES they have PIZZA by the slice straight from Citia and Doug at Munch Apple Cider FancyCoffee, More Foods. 3.79 l ...... $7.99 each For you coffee freaks, Lisa will Case of 4 ...... $6.99 each Clean Clothes, make you a JAVA BLAST which is a four-shot latte. Knudsen Lunch, and I really liked the new New Tires all in COWPUCCINO. It’s a friendly, Spritzers comfortable, happening place with great one stop? people who are happy to see you, and Flat of 24 ...... $21.99 + Deposit & GST Hello all you food fans. How I’ve on top of that I got to make the beautiful Downtown Winlaw missed you. Fortunately for me my drive home on my fearless publisher’s 226-7282 fearless publisher sent me on a mission new tires! yesterday. He needed new winter tires and sent me off to Slocan Park Service to pick them up. But Slocan Park Service, just down highway 6 from the CO-OP, is much more than a place to buy and service tires. There is also a three-bay (three hoist) auto repair centre, a well inventoried auto parts dept, a laundry mat (with gumball machines) and last but certainly not least, Slocan Park Service is the new home (as of March 1st) of COWPUCCINO. Ahhhh. So! On Saturday I had the pleasure of driving from New Denver down Highway 6 to Slocan Park. The scenery along the way was overwhelming. I actually had to stop several times because the autumn colors of this valley took my breath away at every bend in the road. When I got to Slocan Park Service I met Gale and John Ludwar who, as far as I know, have been there for 15 years. This couple are salt of the earth. Besides running four businesses, they are very community minded, and they have a wonderfully refreshing world- view. Check their ads in this issue to see what I mean. It was my job to check out In this picture John and Gale Ludwar, On our 2nd trip, we COWPUCCINO while my publishers’ car got some new winter shoes. The new Gale holds a baby in in conjunction with donated another COWPUCCINO is a little larger than the old one. Inside there are three tables the Butuan Medical Kootenay Medical $2,000.00 in gloves, and three stools at the window. There are two tables on ‘the patio’ and hanging Centre. The nurses’ Supply, from Creston, masks and needles plants here and there. Behind the counter is Lisa, who is very friendly and gown is from BC will donate 10¢ to Butuan Hospital. helpful and obviously enjoys chatting Canada and we from every coffee Without our help, with the patrons and putting together fantastic coffees. supplied them with you buy to supply nurses and Once upon a time I was a coffee fiend. I drank it all day. Cup after cup. masks and gloves. Butuan Medical newborns have no But when I found myself drinking coffee to get to sleep (that’s right) I quit Unfortunately, this Centre with gloves, protection from the habit. Though I occasionally will indulge. I looked at the lists of coffees baby is an orphan. masks, needles, disease transfer. and flavorings and mochas and lattes and espressos—singles, doubles, triples alcohol and gauze. and quads and chocolates and types of milk (they have soy) and calculated that COWPUCCINO has thousands of possible combinations for a cup of java. I’m sure they can please anyone. They’ve got one called a SNICKERS Thanks, which includes Bavarian chocolate syrup, caramel syrup, hazelnut syrup, two shots of espresso with steamed milk, a bit of whipped cream and white John & Gale Ludwar (or dark) chocolate sprinkles. Lisa assures me it sells very well. I opted for Cowpuccino Owners a tall double latte. First taste of real 10 BUSINESS The Valley Voice October 25, 2006 Columbia Basin Trust continues business support program Submitted expanded into larger premises since business. The program also makes a advantage of this generous and unique Cranbrook-based agency that also Small Business Week every their involvement with the program. contribution to hiring consultants with program.” manages and delivers a number of October is an opportunity to recognize The program is not limited to retail specific expertise, should that be Contact Steele O’Neil and employment programs for the federal the contribution of small business businesses, as Monroe is quick to point required. “We strongly encourage any Associates at 1-877-894-5939 for more and provincial governments. For more owners to growing and strengthening out. “The range of entrepreneurial business that could benefit from expert information about the BBA program. information about Columbia Basin communities. Since the fall of 2000, the investment in the West Kootenays is advice to call us in order to take Steele O’Neil and Associates, Inc. is a Trust, visit www.cbt.org. Columbia Basin Trust has been amazing,” says Monroe. “We’ve supporting the small business sector worked with high tech businesses, Fauquier’s high-speed project almost online through the funding of the Basin home-based businesses, large submitted need to be alert to posted public notices. Arrow Bridge WISP hopes that Business Advocates Program (BBA). manufacturers and small service Thanksgiving Day in Fauquier High-speed internet service in the people will be co-operative and patient The BBA program provides free businesses. West Kootenay business meant a 72’ steel Trylon Titan tower Arrow Lakes region is a major as the process continues. Service will business counselling on any critical owners are very creative and responsive, shining in the sun instead of a turkey challenge. It entails creating a Wireless be staged to provide the best service to business issue, including marketing, not just to local markets, but to global this year. The most visible and exciting Wide Area Network (W-WAN) in areas the most people within the budgeted sales, financial management, human and web-based markets.” milestone in the community-driven of curving, uneven terrain, hills, rock funding. Additional phases will be fully resource management, succession Trends Monroe has noticed with quest for high-speed internet service bluffs, and trees, plus the lake at planned and implemented as soon as planning, business expansion, inventory her clients is willingness to consider was expertly rigged by Bob Yunick and Fauquier. Subscribers need to be active funds permit. Plans are on view in the control and exporting, benefiting close web-based sales, awareness of the need Randy Reinhardt of Lake Country participants in the process by checking hallway at the communication centre to 800 businesses since its inception. for better human resource management Crane & Transport, lifted into the air, all possible line of sight paths from their Tuesday and Thursday 7-9 pm and “Owners that are open and willing practices and the need for more skillfully suspended by Bob and bolted property to an access point. Careful Wednesday 10 am-noon. to engage in a process of assessing their sophisticated marketing. into place by Bob, Randy and Frank pruning of a few branches can often A few extremely hard working, businesses’ strengths and weaknesses “We’ve worked with a number of Poirier. This was all done in a matter of create a window for the signal to pass skilled volunteers have accomplished and are sincere in adopting new businesses that have expanded from a minutes, which was quite ironic through trees. There are also many a great deal, with special support from operating strategies will find value in local to a regional market, or have considering the weeks of work required options to be explored in antennas and Bob Carter in Crawford Bay and Tyler BBA program resources,” says Deanne moved into exporting. Growth in small to reach this point. amplifiers. Dobie in Kaslo. Monroe, Business Advocate for the manufacturing and adventure tourism Working with ParaSun West Kootenays since the program has been noted in the region,” said Technologies Inc. of New Westminster began. “Our clients are business Monroe. as the internet service provider, the managers who understand that running “This program is successful Fauquier Communication Centre non- a business is a skill that can always be because the Business Advocate is able profit society will be offering a variety enhanced and that you can’t possibly to meet the specific needs of individual of subscriber packages and WIFI know everything.” Speaking from the businesses,” says Barbara O’Neil, HotSpot services. The Wireless Internet experience of counselling over 250 manager of the program for Steele Service Provider (WISP) aspect of the businesses since the program began, O’Neil and Associates. Business ‘e- society will be known as Arrow Bridge Monroe has seen how willingness to Advocates’ have been available to meet and will soon activate its website: grow and change can contribute to business owners on their time and at www.arrowbridge.com. Services will business expansion and success, and their place of business in their own be added and expanded as the WISP particularly notes the number of retail community. Advocates are prepared to develops. The name ‘Arrow Bridge’ businesses in Nelson that have spend up to 40 or 50 hours with each reflects the location and the fact that it will be creating ethernet bridges across the lake, communication links, and ‘bridging the digital divide.’ Technical facilitator Pat Kula points out that these are invisible bridges, much like the one promised by the provincial government, so the name works on Frank Poirier (L) and Ray Kula (R) suspend the Fauquier tower’s base section many levels. If the ‘real’ bridge does and anchor legs in the foundation form. get built, it will be a strong identifier for Fauquier, making the name even more appropriate. Package information and pricing was published in the project’s October newsletter, available at stores in Fauquier. Costs of installation and radios will be available soon, and extensive field testing will be done to determine which frequency will be used for each subscriber. The costs vary considerably and Arrow Bridge WISP wants to minimize end user costs as much as possible, which is why so much effort is going into the testing. Residents

Doug Burton of Kootenay Furnace (KF) proudly displays two awards that the Slocan-based company has recently received. KF has been given the Award of Excellence from Blaze King/Valley Comfort several times before, but this is the first time it has received the Best of Business Readers’ Choice Award. This is the one that is given to the Kootenay’s best businesses, according to Kootenay Business Magazine readers . Co-owners Doug and Ana Burton wish to thank their loyal customers for voting for them, and to apologize to people they haven’t been able to serve due to the volume of calls they receive.

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YRB requires winter equipment operators for the upcoming season at various locations throughout the North End area. Minimum qualifications include Class 3 licence with air endorsement, previous driving experience, ability to carry out duties in an outdoor, all weather environment on both day and night shifts. Must be physically fit. Please bring your resume along with a recent BC driver’s abstract to Chris Fox , North end area Manager for Nakusp, New Denver, Edgewood. To YRB yard in NewDenver, 1-250-358-2343 or [email protected] October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice NAKUSP & THE ARROW LAKES 11 Candidates in October 26 Nakusp byelection speak out by Dan Nicholson Maintaining a centralized hot springs, while noting that onto municipalities, communities resource. The facility needs to On October 17, a small but commercial sector residents north of the creek don’t get ought to have a greater say in how support itself. Right now it’s costing enthusiastic audience attended the All Says Switzer, “We have to keep Village water and sewer. “Do we they do their jobs. He also said that us a lot for maintenance and service. Candidates Meeting, sponsored by our downtown healthy. We need a need a new treatment facility?” young people need recreational The economic spin-offs will come the Nakusp & District Chamber of vibrant downtown.” Janzen doesn’t think that the outlets and alternatives. later.” Commerce, for the Nakusp Nymeyer sees problems with Village is well-poised for growth, Nymeyer says that everyone Says Switzer, “The hot springs byelection to be held October 28. The restricting commercial development citing the need for water restrictions needs to work together to solve this are a part of the legacy of the three candidates, John Janzen, Ron to the downtown core. “Commercial in the summer, the need to improve problem. “The police are active, but community. I remain committed to Nymeyer and Doug Switzer, squared space is limited downtown. There’s water treatment and to upgrade the they can’t be everywhere at once. Village ownership of the source. I’m off on a variety of local issues. no easy answers.” He did suggest that sewer system. “All this needs to be There’s tons of things for kids to do. open to the idea of a private According to Janzen, the current the Official Community Plan would done before we have any major They just need direction. People need partnership to develop and market the council has a lot of things right, but address this issue when it was development.” to get involved. Kids need to get resource. The hot springs hasn’t made is spending too much time and effort completed. Switzer noted that the water involved.” a lot of money in the last 30 years.” on ‘soft’ services – things like the Janzen called the downtown core system could probably handle Says Janzen, “Can we make kids Janzen notes that the Village has Official Community Plan. Not “essential to the life of the village.” another 200 homes, but that the sewer more productive?” He talked about already invested over a million enough emphasis is being placed on He noted that with an aging system was running at capacity. “If the success of Citizens on Patrol dollars into the hot springs. “It’s not the ‘hard’ services – water, sewer, demographic, it will be important to the village is to grow, we need to look programs in other municipalities in paying for itself. It is an important pavement and streetlights. Says have centralized services. at that early on.” He noted the need keeping incidents of vandalism and part of our heritage. I must admit that Janzen, “We need more direction on Future of residential for affordable housing in the graffiti down. “We have a great bunch I feel conflicted on the issue.” council.” Janzen cites his five years development community, as well. “We have to of kids here in Nakusp. This problem of experience as Nakusp Public meet the needs of everyone. We have comes and goes... One thing is certain Nymeyer noted that “Village Computer Works Supervisor, during which he to balance our rural lifestyle with any though, vandalism goes down when infrastructure is stretched to the limit. oversaw the development of the development.” people are watching.” We need to have services in place Problem? airport, improvements to the Village before we have much more Vandalism, graffiti, lack Hot springs Call Ron at the Old Grey Barn sewage system, and the paving of development. We need to find a of police presence According to Nymeyer, “The hot 250-265-2163 many streets. balance here. We need development Switzer responded to the issue of springs are a valuable community Nymeyer sees a need for that works for families.” He spoke increasing police presence on continued growth to expand the tax about the possibility of expanding Nakusp’s streets by noting that since base, but noted, “let’s plan for growth residential development towards the policing costs are being downloaded that keeps the community in the fashion that we found it. Nakusp is a beautiful place to live, and a strong community. Let’s do what we can to RESTAURANT keep it that way.” Nymeyer is the Fully owner of two local businesses – the licensed and Old Grey Barn, a computer service covered patio COLD BEER shop and a bed & breakfast. Both AND WINE TO GO operate from his home. Nymeyer RECOMMENDED BY THE WORLD-FAMOUS LONELY PLANET TRAVEL GUIDE says that his problem-solving skills and ability to “think outside the box” are important qualifications for public office. Switzer is concerned that Nakusp avoid the “rampant development” that’s occurring in the East Kootenay. “Absentee property owners pose unique challenges for communities. Development provides economic opportunities, certainly, but we need to plan our growth – infrastructure The three candidates in the Nakusp By-election - John Janzen, Ron Nymeyer and Doug Switzer. development has to be prudent and effective.” Switzer has extensive Fish were biting for Nakusp fish derby experience in management positions by Jan McMurray 16-lb. Rainbow. Art Abbey placed in non-profit organizations. He’s The Nakusp Rod and Gun Club second with his 13-lb. Rainbow. worked for CBT and Arrow & Slocan hosted its annual fish derby on Jamie Sweet and Darryl Fizzard Non-profit groups may Lakes Community Services. His October 21 and 22 this year – the first caught an 11-lb. 12-oz. Dolly for third interests include a variety of social time for the event to take place in the prize. All winners received cash apply for a grant to issues including seniors’ services, fall. prizes. REC COMMISSION #4, BOX 613 housing and employment. “The fishing was tremendous,” Cann also reported that an 8-lb. NAKUSP, BC, V0G 1R0 The candidates responded to a reported Hoss Cann of the club. “The Kokanee was caught over the number of issues raised by the weather was great, the lake was weekend. “That is huge – a freak of Pick up applications at: Chamber and the audience. awesome and the fishing conditions nature!” he exclaimed. Village of Nakusp office Downtown were ideal.” The raffle for the rod and reel Applications close November 15, 2006 beautification Of the 32 entries, many people combo was won by Jesse Cann. Janzen thinks that the Village were from out of town, but the The Rod and Gun Club would Grant co-ordinator needs to look at spending more winners were all locals. First prize like to thank everyone for coming D. Buerge, 265-4148 money on downtown beautification. went to Jason Smith, who caught a out, especially the out-of-towners. “Current expenditures don’t quite do the job.” Specifically, he’d like to see the Village adopt a plan for sidewalk renewal. Nymeyer emphasized the importance of Broadway to the community and proposed an ‘Adopt- a-Boulevard’ program. Switzer called it an important issue. “Let’s do what we can for the downtown. We can’t spend a lot of tax money, but it should remain a top priority for the Village.” Honey Bear Bakery Tues-Sat 9-3 • 311 7th Ave NW • 265-4633 Jason Smith and his 16 lb. Rear Alley Entrance Rainbow Trout

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Council will 1036,); Bylaw Enforcement trees had been harvested to date, with is with true lakes. Beach Regional Park and the Kaslo request a contact number to Ticketing (Bylaw 1037) ; and Open still more to be done. Although there is •FortisBC advised council of a new Skatepark were declared as smoking- accommodate emergency vehicles Burning (Bylaw 1038). Final not as much fruit as last year, eight bears Aesthetic and Environmental Upgrades free zones. during the course of bridge construction. adoption of these bylaws is expected have been destroyed in the Kaslo area program. The purpose of the program •The municipality will approach all •On September 25, Mr. Comerci to be on the agenda for the next this season. is to co-operate with local governments necessary agencies for approvals presented plans to the Planning & meeting, to be held October 30. Sanders stressed the need for the with respect to their environmental regarding the reconstruction of the Development Committee for erection The Dog Control bylaw will public to be very aware that there are concerns and visual objectives. Local Kaslo May Days loggers sports site and of a Quonset hut as a residence on his carry fines from $25 to a maximum more bears this year, and to ensure governments may request FortisBC to continuation of the waterfront trail. property at the corner of 3rd and D of $10,000. The Bylaw Enforcement garbage is not left in open areas. share 1/3 of the costs to upgrade •Land development issues such as Avenue, including a timeline of events, Ticketing bylaw outlines numerous Garbage is to be put out at the curb the FortisBC distribution facilities, beyond the sale of Village-owned property, outline of discussions with the building new fines for non-compliance of the morning of garbage pick-up. People the company’s usual standards, for Village subdivision development and inspector, and a computer slide show dog control, noise abatement and should also remove bird feeders, aesthetic or environmental reasons. The the establishment of a Heritage of interior possibilities. The exterior of business license bylaws. Designated outdoor freezers, etc. Village will proceed with an application Conservation Reserve will be discussed the building is unpainted Gavalum 180, bylaw enforcement officers are the •Donna Cormie presented council for $10,000 for a Water Street upgrade with the Regional District of Central but could be painted. Council has Animal Control Officer, Bylaw with a petition signed by 40 residents prior to December 31. Kootenay Planning Department to considered the advice of the Village’s Enforcement Officer, RCMP or in favour of the municipality purchasing •The Community (Scout) Hall will explore any potential for future planning solicitor, who advised this project would Licensing Inspectors, depending on the Provincial Building. Cormie urged be closed permanently at the end of services. contravene Village Land Use Bylaw the bylaw. The new Outdoor Burning council members to proceed with the November. •Staff was directed to ensure No. 744. Council has accepted the bylaw covers a variety of categories referendum they had previously agreed •Council is gearing up for the 2007 general insurance coverage with Willis solicitor’s opinion and recommends that of outdoor fires, and in some cases to and asked Councillors Leathwood budget process and the public is invited Canada is adequate for the current Water building officials not issue the permit requires a $10 permit from the and Hewat to talk to the appropriate to make submissions. Meetings will Treatment Plant evaluation. to Mr. Comerci. Village. The maximum time a permit Minister at the upcoming Union of BC take place on the first and third Tuesday •Council received a notice from •Administration was directed to may be issued for is three days. Municipalities conference. The Village in each month beginning November 7. Surespan Construction of West pursue the removal or trimming of trees For further information on these offered $120,000 for the Provincial •The council meeting of October Vancouver, which was awarded the located on Crown land at the east end bylaws, the public can contact the Building and has received a counter 24 has been cancelled and rescheduled contract to build a new two-lane bridge of the Kaslo airstrip with the Ministry Village or visit the Village website at offer of $245,000. to October 30. at Coffee Creek. There will be traffic of Forests. www.kaslo.ca (under local government, •The Ministry of the Environment •Kootenay Mountain Holidays was disruptions and temporary road closures •Accounts Payable of $21,149.25 then bylaws). sent an email to advise the Village it has given permission to stage its winter from October 15 through to June 30. were approved. During Q&A, a resident pointed out completed a site inspection of the Kaslo that there are many important changes skatepark site. The ministry has with these new bylaws and felt they determined that the construction of the should be advertised to the public. skatepark meets the requirements of the •The Subdivision Bylaw will be Water Act, as it is located above what amended to reflect changes is, in their opinion, the natural boundary of Kootenay Lake. Also, the borrow pit Thank you has been rehabilitated as per instructions provided by the Department of Fisheries Valley Voice and Oceans during the application The only newspaper that phase. A decision on the BMX project tells us what is going on in (including its location) has been the Kaslo area. The only deferred by Village council until a public newspaper that gives us a review is completed; therefore, it is not chance to say what we think an issue for the Ministry of Environment about it, free of charge, in at this time. For any future applications Voices from the Valleys. for projects located near the lake, the Paid advertisement by Jane Lynch ministry will re-assess the location of in support of the Valley Voice the mapped natural lake boundary. A celebration honouring Truus and Nick Meijer Drees took place on October 14 at the Langham. Here, Kate O’Keefe presents Truus with a farewell gift from Kaslo Area Health Advisory, which organized the event with support from the Community Response Network and Seniors’ Association. The Langham previously held an event to highlight Nick’s art, his contributions to KASLO MOHAWK the arts community and to the Langham. The couple is moving to Ladysmith to be closer to family and the services they need. FireSmart workshop held in Kaslo by Jan McMurray All this cost him about $800. He has a becomes virtually unstoppable. Open every day of On October 14, the Kaslo and generator for backup power, as there is Evergreen trees, which are much more Area D emergency planning a good chance that the electricity would combustible than deciduous trees, the year! committee held an orientation session be shut off in the event of a big fire. He should be removed from this area. The • Fuel • Groceries • and hands-on demonstration on how says it is recommended that the forest 30 metres to 100 metres out from to ‘fire smart’ your property. sprinklers run for three hours to saturate the house should be thinned so fires will • Convenience Store • Noreen Clayton, emergency co- the ground around the buildings. be of low intensity and more easily 353-2205 405-4th St. ordinator for Kaslo and Area D, showed Where the sprinkler system is super, extinguished. a video and presented information at the the basics of ‘fire smarting’ is just plain Area D Director Andy Shadrack Scout Hall in the morning. In the old good housekeeping. Clayton brought out the RDCK fire hazard map WHY DID THE CHICKEN afternoon, Les Mallory welcomed stressed the importance of keeping the of the Area and mentioned that the people to his ‘fire smart’ property on first ten metres around the house well regional district is in the process of CROSS THE ROAD? the waterfront in Shutty Bench. mowed and clear of any fuels – trees, hiring a contractor to do wildfire Mallory has installed two sprinklers shrubs, leaves, woodpiles, etc. Any planning. He will be dropping off copies on either end of the roof of his house, vegetation in the area from 10 to 30 of The Home Owners Fire Smart and two sprinklers on either end of the metres out from the house should be Manual at businesses in Area D and roof of his garage. He has also thinned and pruned. This helps avoid encourages everyone to pick one up for purchased a pump and some hose so ‘candling’ during a fire, where the fire practical information on how to fire that he can pump water from the lake. climbs up into the forest canopy and smart your property.

TO GET TO FERN’S NEW STORE OF COURSE! We’ve been rejuvenated, renovated and re-incarnated at 415 Front Street Still the great, great flowers, lots of fun and chat, with something new added You’re invited (yep - YOU) to our Grand Opening Saturday, October 28 Refreshments, rewards and treats. See you there, I hope! Fern Les Mallory (L) and Area D Director Andy Shadrack (R) hold up the map showing fire hazard areas in Area D. October 25, 2006 The Valley Voice LIVING 13

Get Outta Town! by an old Nakusp friend to join her blast on up with four-wheelers, which of rock and more spacious vistas. The off the road we could see Nakusp far in an extended day tour to the Paint can easily make it right to the alpine. peaks seem less crowded together than down the lake, and with the clear and with Lake vicinity. The Monashee Park We parked the truck at a junction about the ranges to the east and this offers a smokeless conditions, it was possible Peter gets visitors from the Arrow Lakes 4 km short of the alpine plateau where broader horizon. to look east to the Bugaboo Spires in Roulston side via old logging roads, and people open hiking begins. The four-wheeler trail leads right the Purcells and with binoculars quite a from the Okanagan can take the long From the ferry landing to where the up to the actual Big Ledge itself, which few peaks in the Rockies lined the far trail in from the end of the road north road gets too rude is 32 km and it’s a is a stunning face of rock plunging down horizon. Touring the of Cherryville. good idea to either contact Pope and into the upper reaches of Pingston Even at midday we saw front still Paint Lake We caught the 6:30 am ferry at Talbot in Nakusp for road updates or Creek. The big peaks lay right across in the shady spots, and before we Galena Bay, which actually had quite a else talk to the ATV tour guys who this valley and tower much higher than reached the truck the air was chilling district few bleary-eyed passengers, and operate out of Halcyon. Many the high ridge we sat on. Odd ribs of down fast and the sun was nearly gone. My first 15 years living in Nakusp, watched the early sunrise on the peaks Kootenay backroads are fading to the marble and limestone ran through the The drive down that rough road got I worked at first on Celgar’s logging across Arrow Lake. About one km past point where you either need a four- bedrock, and narrow crevices in the tiresome, but then at the ferry we only shows then landed a great job with the the Shelter Bay landing we turned left wheeler for access, or a vehicle that can main ridge cropped right down and out lined up 10 minutes and there was room Forest Service on the Initial Attack fire onto the Shelter Bay Access Road and take some fresh scratches. We walked of sight. There’s plenty of ridge walking to spare on the boat despite being the crew. The Arrow Forest District North motored south past the log dump, in for about an hour along the rough and exploring to be undertaken and it’s holiday. included the west side of Arrow Lake heading down the west side of Arrow jeep road, which has rocky ledges easy to see why this is a popular Looking back at the maps I realize right up to the Big Ledge and Monashee Lake. This main road crosses Pingston exposed and some very steep pitches. backcountry camping area. The four- that what I said is Pingston Creek may Park, but we never actually worked any Creek and passes the Hydro project that Beyond the last of the logging the wheeler traffic seems to have simply re- be Ledge Creek and the large vistas of fires or projects in that area. Usually the was built there recently, which may be forest thins out and sweeping open established some of the faded trails Big Ledge likely threw off some of my Revelstoke crews would hit any of those an interesting walk. views go off in all directions. We cut without erosion. landmarking, but suffice to say this is a north end fires due to their proximity. We passed the Odin logging road away from the trail to climb up a long After a lunch break and some spectacular trip that can be done as a So anyhow, I’ve always admired and carried on along I think the Lime wide meadow that got us to the first photos, the time was already 2:30 with long daytrip or better as a campover the Big Ledge area from afar, with Kiln road until we saw the first signpost ridge where you can look over a rolling a longish walk and longerish drive even if you car-camp then made a full Mts. Burnham and Grady easily indicating the turnoff to Paint Lake. This plateau and past to the dramatic south home, so we began the return hike, day’s hike in as we did. The panoramic visible to the north of Nakusp, and road gets worse as you continue aspect of Mts. Burnham and Grady, or passing a number of tiny lakes and views are really grand and you’ll see although I made no recreational trips upward, and we had to stuff a few Odin and Thor, depending on how old meadows that we’d missed on the way the Upper Arrow Lakes in a whole new into that territory, I kept hearing locals boulders into low spots to get the truck your maps are and what your preference up. We looked down at what we figured way. raving about their hiking and horse through, and thick brush made progress may be. This has the look and lay of is Paint Lake, though it was less Peter Roulston owns the Bicycle trips out there. Just this past slower as well. Most people simply park Okanagan Highland country, with appealing than the higher level tarns and Hospital in New Denver and really likes Thanksgiving Monday, I was invited way down on the good main road, then grassy hummocks, longitudinal spines pools. 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FREE CONSULTATION V0G 1S0 2976 Highway 6, Slocan Park 16 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice October 25, 2006 Funding provided for Upper Arrow Lakes Fish Fertilization Program Submitted “Studies have proven that Lakes system, the program is and is also providing a better predators such as bears and For more information, visit Columbia Power the fertilization program has had benefiting the local sport fishery food source for wildlife eagles,” said Neil Muth, CEO. www.columbiapower.org. Corporation (CPC) and positive results, as the general Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) condition of the fish in the Status report on Lake Slocan Community Foreshore Plan initiative have provided over $200,000 in system is improving,” said Submitted Building Supplies, Silverton; representatives. Slocan Foreshore Plan, contact funding to the Upper Arrow Maureen DeHaan, Program During a two-week period and the Valley Voice office, New If you would like more preliminary organizers Barb Lakes Fertilization Program to Manager for the Fish and in late September, 350 resident Denver. information or to participate in the Yeomans, 358-7765 or Ruby support this year’s operations. Wildlife Compensation Pro- supporters from Slocan City Please note that petition working committee on the Lake Truly, [email protected] The Upper Arrow Lakes gram (FWCP). “Kokanee num- through Hills signed the Lake protocol requires signers to Fish Fertilization Program is bers have increased and predator Slocan Community Foreshore identify their address by physical recognized as one of the largest fish have also benefited. In the Plan petition. Of this number, street address or fire number and successful lake restoration early years of fertilization, bull approximately 70 signatures by municipality or area. projects in the world and was trout were 20-30% heavier for a were from the Slocan City Signatures having only a PO designed to compensate for the given length, and rainbow trout vicinity. The petition calls for a Box number are invalid. Since nutrients trapped by the Mica 17-24% heavier than in pre- community-driven plan for the this is a Lake Slocan community and Revelstoke dams, and the fertilization conditions.” The foreshore of Slocan Lake (i.e. the plan, those signers from outside subsequent impact on fish FWCP coordinates the Fertili- land between the historical high this area (Nakusp, Winlaw, populations. From April until zation Program with the Minis- and low waters), and a Lemon Creek) will be noted but September, a liquid nitrogen- try of Environment. “We would moratorium on all permits for not considered in the official phosphorous mixture is also like to thank Western Pacific private use of the foreshore until residency count. dispensed into the lake from the Marine, which has been a the plan is officially approved. On October 16, the original Galena Bay ferry as it makes its wonderful partner by dispensing The signatures were petitions were sent to Corky run from Galena Bay to Shelter the fertilizer from the ferry,” said gathered for presentation at the Evans, MLA, with a request for Bay. Beginning in 2005 and DeHaan. RDCK Official Community procedural guidance and continuing this year, a smaller “The Upper Arrow Lakes Plan (OCP) public meeting in funding support. Copies were ferry was chartered from Fish Fertilization Program is New Denver on October 10. also sent to Don Munro, Area H Western Pacific Marine to make producing important environ- Those residents wishing to add Director, and Alex Atamanenko, periodic runs in the north to mental and social benefits. By their names in support can still MP. The emerging planning Lucerne students were recently involved in three-and-a-half-day Fall south direction on the lake to increasing the population and the do so at the Mountain Valley Gas committee is awaiting further into Learning sessions. Two groups paddled the lake, one group had dispense the fertilizer. average size of fish in the Arrow Station, Slocan City; Silverton instructions from elected Hip Hop dance lessons, and the fourth group explored Earth Art. Notes from the RCMP THE FOLLOWING REPORTS ARE BASED ON PRESS RELEASES AND MAY HAVE BEEN EDITED Kaslo detachment two separate incidents where to the age of the offending youth. Excrement was smeared on the •Police responded to a single Molotov cocktails were lit and •Police are seeking the front doors of the school, leaving vehicle motor vehicle accident thrown against cement barriers. public’s assistance in a theft at a nasty mess. It is believed this on the evening of October 17 on Minor damage was caused, but the Kalso Golf Course on or incident occurred Saturday night Highway 31 near Lost Ledge. the potential was there for a large about October 8. A Taylor or early Sunday morning. This While travelling northbound, the public building to be destroyed titanium driver with a value of incident is a concern as many vehicle lost control and hit a rock by fire. Youths have been approximately $500 was stolen small children play in this area bluff. The single occupant was identified and are being dealt from the locker room. and the feces spread is a definite taken to the hospital by with through the Community •A resident in the 600 block health hazard. ambulance with upper body Alternate Resolution Program. of B Avenue is having The final occurrence of injuries. Alcohol is not a factor. •On October 12, a very large continuous problems with vandalism for the weekend The investigation is continuing. black bear forced its way into a unknown persons removing or occurred at the Ministry of •RCMP are investigating vacant home on 5th Street and upsetting the lawn ornaments on Forests building. A large storage break, enter and theft to a spent several hours there, her front lawn. The problem building in the rear of the facility residence under construction in causing damage. The bear was occurs during after school hours, was vandalized when numerous Lardeau. The break-in occurred located inside the home in the 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Please contact windows were smashed with on the night of October 16 or the morning by the caretaker. The the Kaslo RCMP Detachment at rocks and pipes. early morning hours of October caretaker was finally able to get 353-2225 or Crime Stoppers at These are the first major 17. The culprits stole several the bear out of the home by 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) in incidents of vandalism to hit construction tools with the speaking to it after several confidence, if you have any Nakusp in quite some time. initials ‘KF’ on them. These tools attempts. The Conservation information that might assist our Anyone with information about include a red Milwaukee Officer and the RCMP were local RCMP. these incidents is asked to reciprocating saw, a blue and called in the late afternoon to •Now that hunting season is contact Nakusp RCMP or gray Skil saw, a gray cordless deal with the bear, which was not upon us, please ensure that all Crimestoppers. Panasonic drill with two located. The bear appears to also regulations are closely followed. •Nakusp RCMP is also batteries and charger and a silver have caused damage to the The RCMP will be conducting looking for assistance after and orange compressor stapler garbage dumpster at the school. checks on all hunters located to numerous items were stolen LVT used for wiring. Also taken •A youth was taken to the ensure that these regulations are from a trailer belonging to a were two 50-foot electrical Kaslo hospital with head injuries being followed. Be sure to carry contractor for the Ministry of extension cords, one yellow and as a result of being assaulted by all documentation required, Fish and Wildlife. The items one red, with 12-gauge wiring. another youth at JV Humphries which includes your Possession stolen include a large amount of AYLWIN They each had three prongs, one School on October 11. The youth Only or your Possession and expensive scuba equipment. The Stanley Clinton of which was a ‘T’ style. The was then transported to the Trail Acquisition licence. trailer was located up the passed away peacefully with his investigation is continuing. Hospital for observation. There •Missing a bike? Ten bikes Halfway River logging road and family by his side October 16 at the will be no criminal charges, due have been turned into the office. was parked there for some time. Kelowna General Hospital, Kelowna •Investigation continues into BC at the age of 85 years. He was Drop by with a description to see Access was gained by the born September 18th,1921 in New if one of them is yours. culprits when the lock on the Denver BC. He is survived by his wife Nakusp detachment front door was chopped off by Sheila, daughter Dian (Alan Ferguson) of Kamloops, grand- an axe. It is unclear when these children Brad Krauza (Roxanne) of Kelowna and Wendy •Nakusp RCMP received Krauza (Mike Bourassa) of Kamloops and two great- several reports of vandalism thefts occurred. Contact Nakusp grandchildren Bradyn and Martina of Kelowna (his very over the weekend of October 14- RCMP or Crimestoppers if you best friends). He also leaves two sisters Ruth Teir of 15. The first two incidents saw have any information about this Abbotsford and Minnie Doney of Sydney and their families. crime. Stan (Dubs) grew up in New Denver, BC and returned the Nakusp Marina and there as often as he could. He played hockey in both waterfront spray-painted with Slocan Valley New Denver and Silverton in his youth. Later in his life, he inappropriate remarks, and a •On October 18, Central worked for the Department of Highways and BC Power vehicle parked on Broadway St. Kootenay RCMP (Nelson) and Hydro in the Kootenays, Osoyoos and Prince George. His favorite pastimes were being with his family especially was vandalized with similar received a complaint that some on the May long weekends in New Denver and at Christ- spray-paint markings. The two mailboxes and blue boxes in the mas time. He also enjoyed fi shing, hunting, gardening, incidents are believed to be Winlaw area had burn marks on playing tricks on his family, skipping rocks, telling stories, linked. The incidents occurred in them as a result of incendiary teasing bears at the dump, playing the lottery, playing the harmonica and the organ, dancing to the Young’Uns band, the early morning hours of devices found near the locations. and eating pumpkin pie, huckleberries, ice cream, apples October 14. Nakusp RCMP are The devices are sized and shaped and pears, radishes, tomatoes, and peas from his garden. looking for information on two like a cigar, made of cardboard His family would like to express their deepest gratitude suspects believed to be in their and wrapped in black electrical and love to Stan/Grandad for all of the love, joy and gen- erosity he brought to his family. We all love him very much mid-teens seen in the area tape, and have been seized by and he will be missed dearly. A Funeral Service will be held around 1 am. Any residents in police. The inside of the device on Monday October 23rd, 2006 at 1:00PM at the St. this area who have not spoken would hold possibly match Stephens Anglican Church in New Denver BC. Interment to the police are urged to contact heads or gunpowder and would will follow in the New Denver Cemetery. Reception will follow at 3:00pm in the Valhalla Restaurant New RCMP if they have any burn when lit on fire. If you have Denver. Thompson Funeral Services of Nelson BC information. any information regarding this, have been entrusted with arrangements. The next incident was at please call Nelson RCMP at352- Nakusp Elementary School. 2156 or Crimestoppers.