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Volume 18, Number 14 July 15, 2009 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.” Valhalla Mile celebrated at Silverton’s Canada Day festivities by Art Joyce canoeists, hikers, power boaters, the Fish and Wildlife Compensation lamented the current round of commented, Colleen would have The blazing blue skies of a sunny and skiers. Stetski said it’s important program, and an ecological gift of government cutbacks that have left been smiling on this day. Wayne day were the ideal setting to celebrate to remember that First Nations people $325,000 from Franz. us without an area park manager Stetski summed it up well. the purchase of the Valhalla Mile at used the area for thousands of years, Although then-Environment and has slashed budgets for future “Colleen had a special gift for Silverton’s Canada Day celebrations recording events in pictographs along Minister Barry Penner is a supporter parks acquisition. But this event leaving lasting legacies for the rest this year. It was also apt because it the west shore of Slocan Lake. of the project, Wayne McCrory was a celebration, and as Visser of us to enjoy.” e was two years ago July 1 that Colleen “Valhalla Park’s value as a c oy McCrory died of a brain tumour. protected area increases as resource j Artist Peter Vogelaar commemorated extraction activities expand outside it: art art it: her with a sand sculpture dedicated the park’s boundaries,” Stetski noted. d re to the Valhalla Mile, Colleen’s last Other speakers on hand for the c oto oto campaign. ceremony were Kathleen Sheppard h p “To protect the Valhalla Mile of The Land Conservancy, Angus and have it added to the park was Glass of the Columbia Basin Fish one of the dreams of my sister and and Wildlife Compensation program, environmental colleague Colleen Kindy Gosal of the Columbia Basin McCrory, so this acquisition gives Trust, and Wayne McCrory of the us great joy,” said Wayne McCrory, Valhalla Foundation for Ecology a director of the Valhalla Foundation and Social Justice. Lorna Visser of for Ecology and Social Justice. Carmanah Strategies, who was hired The Valhalla Mile is a section of by the Foundation as fundraiser, was land that had been privately owned master of ceremonies. She named by Burkhardt Franz and was critical and thanked virtually everyone who to ensuring the continuity of Valhalla contributed. The TLC helped co- Provincial Park. As Wayne Stetski of ordinate the fundraising campaign BC Parks explained from the podium, with Visser, its reputation providing a the park was established on March vital seal of approval. Both Sheppard 3, 1983, and Colleen was a major and Gosal of the CBT said the criteria New Denver ambassadors at the Valhalla Mile ceremony during Silverton’s Canada Day celebrations. More Canada Day photos on pages 12 & 13. force in the campaign to have the for approval is whether a project can park established. Originally 49,979 demonstrate widespread community hectares in size, with the addition of support and by that standard the the 63 hectares and 1.7 kilometres Valhalla Mile was an easy winner. of shoreline of the Valhalla Mile, Sheppard presented the special guests Valhalla Park now protects over with Valhalla Mile commemorative 50,000 hectares of land and water. prints. “Valhalla Park, like many of us,” “The special guests today,” said Stetski, “is gaining in size and said Angus Glass, “are out there in stature as it ages, but in this case it’s the audience for achieving such a very positive and a great thing.” spectacular goal.” The park is home to grizzly The purchase price was bears, mountain goats, caribou, $1,625,000, for which the campaign wolverines, fishers, and the blue raised $200,000 in public donations. listed shorthead sculpin, a rare type Major funders in the campaign of fish found in great diversity in included the Toronto Dominion the Columbia Basin. It is BC’s first Friends of the Environment provincial park to protect an entire Foundation. Of the total, $700,000 mountain ecosystem, from riparian was paid for by the Ministry of habitat to old growth forest to alpine Environment, $200,000 by BC tundra. Not surprisingly, Valhalla Trust for Public Lands, $250,000 by Park is popular with kayakers, Columbia Basin Trust, $150,000 by Mayor Hamling and Nakusp’s first ambassador, Devon Leitch, cut the Canada Day cake at Nakusp’s July 1st celebration. Some Nakusp Music Festival tickets still available at discount by Jan McMurray and Jim McCarty of the Yardbirds ‘Ballroom Blitz.’ hula hoop dancing, magic, and movies begin at 7:30 for a nominal Tickets for the Nakusp Music (Saturday night), Greg Rolie and On Saturday, the line-up goes miming by Stiffy the Robot. The fee. Movie Night in the Park starts Festival are going at a reduced Mike Carabello, formerly of Santana like this: Hot Rash, Mad Shadow, Kid Zone will feature a climbing with Walt Disney Pixar short films ‘recession special’ rate until the gate (Sunday), and Sam Moore (Saturday Delhi 2 Dublin, Sweatshop Union, wall, Scooby-Doo Bouncy Castle, for the whole family, followed opens on Friday, July 17. night). Skavenjah, East Blues Experience, Bungee Run and Science World. by 2008 Nakusp Music Festival Call 1-877-265-5565 or go to All 21 bands are worth seeing. On the Yardbirds, Sam Moore and Blues At the beach, Slocan Valley sand video shorts and the feature movie, www.nakuspmusicfest.ca to buy Friday night, The Hip Replacements Traveler. sculptor, David Ducharme, will be Code, starring Morgan Freeman and your discounted tickets before the – The Tragically Hip cover band – Sunday starts off with the creating another masterpiece, and Antonio Banderas, starting at 9:15. festival gets rocking. rolls out the rocking, followed by amazing Nakusp band Eddie Fryer kayaks and canoes will be available There will be a barbecue and beer You don’t want to miss it. This Nick Gilder and Sweeney Todd, best and the Lost Tribe, and keeps up from Crescent Valley’s Endless gardens on site. year’s line-up is the best ever, known for ‘Roxy Roller’ and ‘Hot the momentum with MOBADASS, Adventure. On Thursday night, the Three with headliners like John Kay and Child in the City’; Trooper, a great Suzie McNeil, The Zombies, Gregg For the second year now, Lions’ Pub, the Leland Hotel and the Steppenwolf and Colin James on Canadian band that has sold millions Rolie, Emerson Drive, Colin James festivities start the week before the Nakusp Golf Club will each present Sunday night, Sweet and Trooper on of albums, toured extensively and and John Kay and Steppenwolf. festival. On Wednesday night, July three entertainers: comedian Nelson Friday night, and Blues Traveler on won the Juno for the best band of Kids of all ages will be 15, Jackie James baseball diamond Giles, magician Aaron Martini and Saturday night, and five Rock n Roll the year; and Sweet, with hits ‘Fox entertained on the festival grounds by will be the venue for Movie Night Dino DiNocolo. Shows start at 8:30 Hall of Fame inductees – Chris Dreja on the Run,’ ‘Little Willy,’ and stilt walking and fire performances, in the Park. Gates open at 7 pm, and pm. These shows are free. Visitor Information - page 16 2 NEWS The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Glacier/Howser project discussed at RDCK committee meeting by Jan McMurray in favour of his motion of the committee received from and no empowerment about for power to Invermere. There these projects.” He said he was The RDCK board is non-support for the proposed Brent Hancock, a professional what is happening in our is an opportunity for this board not sure where to go from here, heading towards taking a stand Glacier/Howser transmission engineer with experience in communities.” She said the to make comment and surely “but instead of coming from on power projects. A draft lines, Shadrack reiterated hydro and power transmission RDCK directors don’t have we have the responsibility to behind, we need to be ahead.” position paper on the subject information received in a letter projects. Hancock questions the technical expertise in IPPs, make sure that the EAO and He suggested writing to the will be presented to the RDCK’s to the committee from an East the overall planning of the G/H but that they should be able to proponents come back and fully Province to tell them that the General Affairs Committee at Kootenay Regional District project, and the reliability of the represent their communities, justify the transmission line. In RDCK needs to be participating its August meeting. director, who said that power power that would be produced. “and that’s more the issue than the long term it may not make a “and somehow obtain licences This was decided at the generated from the proposed Jackman said Hancock’s review these transmission lines.” difference but it will show that for the greater good of this committee’s July meeting, Glacier/Howser project is not shows that RDCK directors do Director Wright said he we care and tried to make a stab area.” following a discussion on the needed in the East Kootenay. not have the expertise to deal felt the motion would fail at it. I didn’t come to board to In addition to asking proposed Glacier/Howser power The East Kootenay director with the issue, and advocated when put to a vote, and asked ask that it oppose this project – Directors Dooley and Chernoff project and a presentation from says that the BC Transmission for taking it to the BC Utilities Shadrack if he would consider this is a compromise.” and CAO Gustafson to draft a Douglas Hurst of Selkirk Power, Corporation held open houses Commission through the Union amending the motion to refer After the motion failed, position paper on power projects a Nelson-based company that in East Kootenay communities of BC Municipalities. all the information received on Director Dooley spoke for for presentation at the August formed to develop small and in June, where they presented Director Kettle made the issue to the AXOR review the need to formulate a General Affairs Committee community-sized hydropower the need for a new transmission the point that MLA Michelle panel and the MLA. Shadrack position. “This board needs meeting, the committee will and geothermal projects. line between Invermere and Mungall has taken responsibility refused, saying he had thought to be proactive about run-of- recommend to the RDCK board Hurst told the committee that Golden to transmit power for the Glacier/Howser issue. an awful lot about this. He said river, small hydro projects. that they meet with the Minister his company is interested mainly to the Golden area. “It’s her fight to take to the it was very clear to him that the The board needs to look at the of Energy, Mines and Petroleum in discussing partnerships “Ample power for this long- legislature. It’s her purview, public does not want this project opportunities available to us at the UBCM conference in the with local governments on term need already exists at the not ours.” in this region. “I looked at it and to generate our own power in fall to discuss IPPs, and that community power projects. Invermere substation… but the Director Dooley pointed to said ‘what is the worst aspect the future and work towards they register their concerns Discussion on the Glacier/ existing line from Invermere to the presentation that morning of this?’ And the aspect I could sustainability for ourselves. about transmission lines with Howser project arose from a Golden cannot carry it,” he said by Douglas Hurst, who said not get definitive answers on We have everything we need in the British Columbia Utilities motion introduced by Area D in his letter. He points out that that his company was interested from BC Hydro was the need our own backyard to develop Commission. Director Andy Shadrack that “G/H power, unnecessary in in partnering with local the board not support a new the East Kootenay, would not governments on community- Environmental Assessment process high voltage transmission line be available for much of the sized hydro projects. Dooley by Jan McMurray in the EAO assessment report. public, the EAO works with the between the West and East RDCK. It is almost certain to urged the committee to see The 45-day public comment On the federal level, the project proponent to resolve the Kootenays – which is what be exported.” the “huge opportunity” in period for the Glacier/Howser ultimate decision makers are issues identified. The process is proposed for the Glacier/ Shadrack said there is a taking advantage of the hydro project runs from June 12 to the Department of Fisheries will identify ways to prevent, Howser project. Although the need for power in Area D, resources in the area and “for us July 27 at midnight. and Oceans (Fisheries Act) and minimize or avoid negative motion failed, considerable and that $599,000 worth of to have control.” He said that if The public comment Transport Canada (Navigable impacts. discussion was generated, and power a year is purchased from the board says ‘no’ to Glacier/ period is part of the 180-day Waters Act). If concerns persist, the EAO Director Dooley from Nelson, Fortis for the Lardeau area. “If Howser, “we’re missing an application review stage by The provincial assessment will assess whether the project Director Chernoff from Glacier/Howser is going to go opportunity to own or be a part the provincial Environmental process identifies potentially is likely to cause significant Castlegar (chair of the General ahead, I think the power should of it.” He suggested, “We could Assessment Office (EAO). In adverse environmental, adverse effects. If so, the EAO Affairs Committee) and the stay in the West Kootenay say ‘no’ to Glacier/Howser if the case of the Glacier/Howser economic, social, heritage will further consider whether RDCK’s Chief Administrative and we shouldn’t support new the benefits leave the area and project, there is a concurrent and health effects that may the negative effects are justified Officer, Jim Gustafson, were transmission lines, because we ‘yes’ to Glacier/Howser if we review underway by the federal occur during the life cycle of in the circumstances, given charged with the task of drafting already have transmission lines can control it and the wealth environment assessment the project through review of the benefits and opportunities the position paper on power going from the West Kootenays and benefits are delivered here agency. One process satisfies the project application by the that the proposed project is projects for presentation at the to the East Kootenays.” in our own area.” the requirements of both the working group and the public. expected to provide. August committee meeting. D i r e c t o r J a c k m a n Director Elliott said she provincial and the federal Alexander said that the working Alexander said that all In efforts to persuade mentioned the brief review of felt the issue was that “we have governments, but there are still group for the Glacier/Howser written questions from the committee members to vote the Glacier/Howser project that not been given any alternatives two approvals for the project project includes representatives public would be answered. He proponent to obtain. from all three branches of the said the public comments are After the review period, Ministry of Environment, the summarized in the assessment the provincial EAO will submit Ministry of Energy, Mines report that goes to the ministers. an assessment report to the and Petroleum, the Ministry The ministers have 45 Minister of Environment and of Forests, the Ministry of days to make a decision, so the Minister of Energy, Mines Transportation, Interior Health, the Glacier/Howser decision and Petroleum, who make the the Department of Fisheries should be made by the end of final decision for the Province. and Oceans, Transport Canada, February 2010. Garry Alexander from the EAO the RDCK and three First Alexander said that they stated at the public consultation Nations: Ktunaxa, Shuswap had not turned down any meetings in Kaslo and Meadow and Okanagan. applications for IPPs to date. Creek that the ministers are not Based on comments from Six had been approved, and 17 bound by the recommendation the working group and the are under review. Public comments on Glacier/Howser by Jan McMurray progress,” says another. transmission line not run As of July 9, there were Another comment found through Stockdale Valley. about 270 public comments in most of the favourable Many of the comments posted on the Environmental submissions is that the project against the project summarize Assessment Office website is a source of clean, green five concerns: the water concerning the proposed power. Some state that this diverted from the creeks is never Glacier/Howser project. will contribute to a reduction returned; the transmission line Of the 270, there are 16 in greenhouse gases and route goes through important submissions in support of the global warming, and that old growth management areas; project. Six of these are from these projects are good for the the project would impact Meadow Creek residents; two Province. habitat for threatened and do not indicate where they are Some of the supportive endangered species, including from; five are from the area comments refer to the “lies” grizzly bears, mountain goats, (Kaslo, Silverton, Nelson); and “half truths” presented by mountain caribou and bull and three are from the East people at the public consultation trout; the huge penstock tunnels Kootenay. meeting in Kaslo. One points would create a lot of waste rock Most of the comments out that the government, after material; the environment of in support of the project cite being re-elected last year, has a the area is under pressure from the economic benefits it will mandate to carry on with IPPs. other potential hydro projects bring. “I think this project will Two of the supportive and the Jumbo Glacier Resort improve our local economy comments have cautionary development. These concerns greatly, and will supply jobs…” statements. One recommends are outlined in an email says one. “IPPs bring huge tax that a major fish hatchery originally from Gwen Barlee revenues for government and be built during construction, of the Wilderness Committee, result in social prosperity and and the other asks that the and is being widely distributed. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice NEWS 3 Glacier/Howser project description by Jan McMurray would be conveyed via tunnels from (600,000 m³). only, would be 70 metres. An average 20 m³/s for Howser and 13 m³/s for If the proposed Glacier/Howser the intakes to the two powerhouses Some of the waste rock will width of 26 metres is estimated for Glacier. project is approved, construction could located on the shores of Duncan be used in the construction of the the entire corridor. Of the 32,000 ha The company has a 40-year begin in late spring or early summer Reservoir. project. The forestry licence holder of old forest in the project area, 53 ha Electricity Purchase Agreement with 2010 and end in the fall of 2012. The Howser tunnel would be 7.9 in the area, Meadow Creek Cedar, is could be affected by the construction BC Hydro. BC Hydro will pay more The project would consist of two km long and the Glacier tunnel would interested in acquiring the material for of the project. for electricity delivered in winter hydroelectric facilities on Glacier and be 6.8 km long; tunnels would be 4.5 maintenance of forest service roads The project would create 393 and less for electricity delivered in Howser Creeks, and a 92.3 km, 230 m wide by 4.5 m high. They would be that it is responsible for. If some of the person-years of employment during summer. Only 33% of the power sold kV transmission line connecting to excavated by conventional drill-and- material must be permanently stored, construction, and the company to BC Hydro at the normal contract the Invermere BC Hydro substation. blast or using a tunnel boring machine four sites have been identified: two hopes to hire 60% of the labour from price will be generated during the Main intakes would be located (TBM). Their excavation would along the Duncan reservoir that are the region, with priority to local freshet. The remaining freshet power on Glacier and Howser Creeks with generate up to 360,000 m³ of waste 300 and 250 metres away from the employment. During the operation of will be sold to BC Hydro at a discount. potential secondary intakes on two rock, roughly 60% of the material water; one in the Glacier watershed the project, there would be six full- The average price BC Hydro would smaller tributaries (Suck and Birnam). excavated during the construction that is 250 metres away from the creek; time and six part-time local jobs. An have paid for electricity from the Water to be used for power production of the Brilliant Expansion Project and one in the Howser watershed average of $900,000/year would also project in 2009 is 7.2 cents per kWh; that is closer to the creek. The sites be spent on maintenance, with a large the average price in 2051 will be RDCK will consider taking on water are in existing cutblocks or in areas share going to local subcontractors. around 12.2 cents per kWh. where the rock would blend into Workers will not need to be unionized, and sewer systems as of September 1 the surroundings. The company has and training will be available for long- SELL YOUR by Katrine Campbell be allowed; committed to testing the rock before term positions. The RDCK directors have agreed • complete (at their cost) and excavating. If acid rock is found, it will The company would pay an PROPERTY to lift the moratorium on acquiring submit a professional engineer’s be stored at the site 300 metres away estimated $1.2 million in property water and sewer systems as of report indicating the state of the • in as-is condition from Duncan Reservoir. taxes ($320,000 for school taxes and September 1, 2009. system, what is required to bring it The 99.5 MW project would $740,000 in property taxes for the • at a fair price That means that small rural up to standard, a full cost accounting generate 356 GWh of renewable RDCK, of which Area D could get up • on your own timeline communities struggling with for replacement of infrastructure energy, enough to power the equivalent to $326,000). The company would also maintaining their systems, or facing at the end of its life and for new of 35,000 BC homes. It would displace create a local benefit fund of $50,000 I’M LOOKING TO BUY: costly upgrades they can’t afford, infrastructure needed; 232,000 tons of greenhouse gases, per year ($500/MW/year) to use for will be able to ask the Regional • demonstrate that 60 per cent a modest dwelling, residence equivalent to removing 46,000 cars local initiatives in the Lardeau Valley. District to assume ownership of their of users are willing to pay the rates or vacant land in RURAL or planting 36,000 ha of new forest. Minimum water flows as systems. recommended in the engineering Nelson (maximum 30-40 min The majority of the right-of- mandated by government must always It won’t be easy for them, report. from town) way for the transmission line, which be maintained in the creeks and take however. The district has a water and The RDCK also notes “the follows the Howser, Stockdale and precedence over power production. sewer acquisition policy that outlines level of available resources and No obligation. Phone to Horsethief Creek drainages, would Minimum flows vary throughout the process small water users must go trained personnel at the RDCK will discuss possibilities. be 20 metres in width, with wider the year. The water license will also through before they can hand over to determine the number and rate at sections required along the longer contain a maximum amount of water the district. The application process which systems can be taken on.” (250) 352-5250 spans. The largest width, for one span that can be used for power production: says they must: The moratorium was placed in • demonstrate that the majority 2002 and was brought on by the of users are in support of the transfer, new provincial Drinking Water Slocan Lake and will agree to adopt conservation Protection regulations, which mean measures; costly upgrades for many systems • agree to turn over all utility in the RDCK. The new regulations Dance Camp assets including infrastructure, triggered many inquiries from small land, rights of way, easements and water user groups as to how to July 24 - 27, New Denver engineering systems to the RDCK become a Regional District service or Four days of Ballroom, Latin, Country and Swing workshops for $1; to obtain funding through the RDCK and nightly dances • dissolve commissions of to upgrade their systems. Free Mini-Massage Workshops with Christine Sutherland management, community advisory At the June board meeting, $20 per person per workshop committees and other management the RDCK agreed to lift the $15 teens (Local teens two-for-one) structures, and contracts with moratorium as of September 1. Area existing personnel. Community input H director Walter Popoff proposed www.dancingbeat.org for printable registration will come from community meetings an amendment to delay lifting the form and schedule or 1-250-358-2448 “as required” although under certain moratorium until the board adopts a conditions an RDCK-appointed water management plan. His motion community advisory committee will was defeated. 4 OPINION The Valley Voice July 15, 2009

junta that you have sided with. So much wild habitat of the Jumbo, Glacier, Certainly not what I had in mind when Solar is the for your hard-on-crime rhetoric. Please do not Howser, Horsethief and Stackdale I voted for a non-motorized trail! solution Is this your position because support animal drainages. I always envisioned a trail to be In regards to the Glacier/Howser IPP of influence from Canadian mining This, our cherished undeveloped something narrow – a path, where we meeting, thanks everyone who showed interests (Breakwater Resources, abuse backcountry, is now endangered by can walk, bike, ski or ride a horse with up. I could not make it to the meeting Yamana Gold and Goldcorp), and I am urging the public to boycott the smooth tongued developer for the minimal impact on the surrounding area. but if I had, my sign would have read Montréal-based T-shirt maker Gildan the Jordan Circus, slated to appear at proposed AXOR independent power And where, given another 18 years, a “Solar Is The Solution.” It is insanity that employs thousands of Hondurans at the Nelson and District Community project (as well as the developer for green canopy will provide shade on to destroy our rivers and forests when low wages? The inquiring mind wants Complex on Thursday, July 16th. This the proposed Jumbo Resort) and the summer days. This won’t happen if an there are other clean, sustainable options to know. outfit is notorious for serious animal government’s lackeys, all of whom only area 22 feet wide is cleared of brush available. The world is going solar crazy. Bill Wells abuse and has been cited for so many think MONEY. and trees. Over a distance of 50 km this Japan, Germany, Switzerland – places Kaslo infractions, that it has been denied Folks, we’ve witnessed their song amounts to 85 acres. that get no more sun (probably less) than exhibition license in the US for many and dance of ultimate destruction in Not an appealing idea and I hope we do – are moving forward with clean, Anger alone years now. Kaslo, Invermere and Meadow Creek, there is still time for public input, of solar energy. If you go to http://www. won’t save our In response to a huge outcry over aimed at not only winning our approval which there seems to have been none. solarbuzz.com/News/Newsprojects.htm what folks were witnessing at last years’ but our hearts and minds as well. At the very least we need a discussion you can see the worldwide projects that creeks event, Castlegar has created bylaws Multitudes and throngs challenged their among the many members of the Slocan are going on now. It’s time Canada… I, like hundreds of other people to prohibit exotic animal acts from slick pictures and tricky wordsmithing Valley Rails to Trails Society (SVRTS) to stop selling out and start conserving from this area, recently attended the being performed in the jurisdiction. with potent questions and comments. before a crew comes down the valley and protecting our natural resources Glacier/Howser Public Meeting in Similarly these acts have been outlawed It is now time to put it all in writing. swinging brush cutters and chainsaws. and wildlife. The sun is there for us, Kaslo. As a young person from Kaslo, I in Vancouver for decades. It is very Heather Stewart, Ombudsman Officer, Maybe this is the time we can create a let’s use it. feel it is my right and duty to know what disappointing that Nelson, a community advises us that all Environmental clear vision for the trail that most of us Susan Olson is going on with regards to this project that prides itself in being caring and Assessment Office (EAO) submissions can agree with. Harrop and how I can help to stop or delay it. forward thinking, seems to be apathetic be in the form of questions so the EAO Rogier de Weever Because of this, I went to the meeting and in some aspects even opposed to is obliged to reply with real answers Winlaw Open letter to with the belief that I would walk away ending this mistreatment of animals. and not a simple acknowledgement of that night feeling empowered by the In response to public pressure, receipt of our comments. We should Education Stephen Harper opportunity to voice my opinion about Jordan’s Circus has voluntarily send a copy of our EAO submission “America [i.e. the USA] it, and hear other residents question complied by not including animals in to Heather so she can track the EAO system in a mess supports now the restoration of the Our education system of today is in the “environmentally sound” nature of their performances this year. Regardless, responses, making sure our questions a mess. They keep on ‘taking from the democratically elected president of the Glacier/Howser IPP. Instead, I left the animals will be stored nearby in received due diligence. Honduras, even though he has strongly bottom to keep the (so-called) cream on feeling angry and sad. appalling conditions, until the next Before July 27, 2009 write to: Garry top’ – by this I mean that jobs with fewer opposed American policies,” [President] When the meeting started, performance. Anyone attending this Alexander, EAO, PO Box 9426 Stn. Obama said. hours and lower pay are being cut, yet many in the gym began shouting circus will be supporting a company that Prov. Govt., Victoria, BC V8W 9V1 the administrative jobs, with their huge “We do so not because we agree slurs and insults at the Environmental treats animals inhumanely. or email [email protected] with him. We do so because we respect salaries, remain in place and at times, Assessment representatives. Whenever Please voice your concerns. Let or fax 250-356-6448. Copy to: Heather even more are created. the universal principle that people should the representatives tried to speak, chants Mayor John Dooley and City Council Stewart, Ombudsman Office, PO Box choose their own leaders, whether they In our Kaslo school, JVHumphries, broke out, and people began screaming members know that it is important 9039 Stn. Prov. Govt., Victoria, BC for the upcoming school year, we’ve are leaders we agree with or not,” he and shouting at them. I left after an for Nelson to show its compassion for V8W 9A5. said in a speech in Russia. (Reuters, U.S. lost two teaching positions, a teaching hour, and was on the verge of yelling, bears, elephants, tigers and all sentient Rowena Eloise assistant position and the other three boosts Zelaya with Obama comments, “Let him speak!!” during most of the creatures by taking a strong stand against Argenta Clinton talks, Tues July 7, 2009) TA positions have had their hours time I was there. I couldn’t stand the abuse and exploitation. Bylaws need drastically cut, and the Child and Youth Yet we Canadians have not rude behavior of many of the attendees. to be created that would prohibit cruel Opposes Rail heard our government stand up for Care position. I can only address my This is the time that we can use animal acts from ever being performed concerns regarding the discontinuation democratic institutions and the rule of to make our voices heard on Glacier/ in this area again. Please also contact Trail brushing One of the more reassuring things of the CYCW position, as that is the job law. Instead we hear a junior minister, Howser. However, insulting the EAO the Nelson and District Community in life is the beauty and healing power I held for approximately 12 years until Peter Kent, stating the lame Harper line, and being immature is NOT going to Complex and explain why you will not of Nature. my retirement in June, 2008. recommending that ousted President create change. be attending this event. Even though it was sad to see the Without a Child and Youth Care Manuel Zelaya delay his planned return I know many of you are angry - I’m Please do not attend any event put last train roll past my balcony 18 years Worker in the school, the children have to the country, saying the “time is not angry, too. But this anger alone is not on by Jordan’s Circus or any similar ago it has been a delight to see the old lost their advocate, confidante, mentor right,” and that it was “important to take going to save our creeks. Please make outfit until their use of exotic animals is rail corridor slowly fill with green again. and friend. There is no one to listen to into account the context in which the your opinion on the project known by totally eliminated. Countless seedlings have pushed up their tales of sorrow and strife; of feeling military overthrew Zelaya.” e-mailing it to: Glacier.Howser@gov. Evelyn Kirkaldy through the layers of crushed rock to they’re being unfairly treated; of being I presume you know that Canada bc.ca Crescent Valley become healthy young trees – cedar, fir, bullied, or being a bully; of friendship is isolated in the western hemisphere Kelley Humphries pine – some already reaching the height difficulties; of trouble at home; or all the on this matter, except for the Honduran Kaslo Endangered: the of 30 feet. other myriad concerns that can affect EDITORIAL / LETTERS POLICY heart of the Purcells Just down from my place a pile of children in their elementary school The Valley Voice welcomes letters to the editor and community news Between the Crow’s Nest and bear poop along the tracks was the start years. Teachers already have many articles from our readers. Roger’s Pass, and Kootenay Lake and of a plum tree now full of fruit. A bit responsibilities without adding this Letters and articles should be no longer than 500 words and may be the Upper Columbia and Kootenay further down there is a dense stand of element to their work day. edited. We reserve the right to reject any submitted material. Rivers, lies the Central Purcell black locust trees and all along the trail Over my years at JV Humphries, Please mark your letter “LETTER TO THE EDITOR.” Include your Mountains. And just over yonder as the we can now enjoy an endless variety of I ran social skills groups, noon hour address and daytime phone number for verification purposes. crow flies is the Heart of the Purcells – willows, ferns, berry bushes, grasses and sports and games programs, peer helping We will not knowingly publish any letter that is defamatory or libelous. valleys with crystal clear creeks, lushly a host of wildflowers. and crossing guard programs, and We will not publish anonymous letters or letters signed with pseudonyms, forested mountains with towering peaks, But not for long. According to an facilitated classroom presentations on except in extraordinary circumstances. gleaming glaciers and vital east/west article in the last Valley Voice this all bullying, self-esteem issues, physical Opinions expressed in published letters are those of the author and not wildlife connectivity corridors – the will be removed “to allow for grooming development in puberty, and emotional necessarily those of the Valley Voice. wonderfully thriving ecosystem and equipment”. Is this what we want? continued on page 5 The Valley Voice Box 70, New Denver, BC V0G 1S0 Phone: 358-7218 Fax: 358-7793 E-Mail:[email protected] Website: www.valleyvoice.ca Publisher - Dan Nicholson • Editor - Jan McMurray • Food Editor - Andrew Rhodes • Arts & Culture Editor - Art Joyce • Contributing Writer - Katrine Campbell 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 $54.60, USA $84.00, OVERSEAS $126.00. E-Mail Subscription $21.00 (Prices include GST) Canada Post Publications Mail Agreement #40021191 July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice LETTERS 5

continued from page 4 Area H also contributed with funds giving us hope to continue and that to see himself dropping down into his / physical / sexual abuse issues. I also Road to purchase the equipment needed to justice will prevail. descent and up the other side. When saw individual children, who were maintenance register users and sign out materials. Dear Ms. Conroy: he got there, I guided him in pulling experiencing some difficult times in First off I want to say that this letter We saw steady use of the service The position of the PRWUA is up on his handlebars and counting the their lives, for one-on-one counseling is not meant to be critical of any of the with positive, enthusiastic feedback broadly supported by the constituents rotations of the pedals as he cruised sessions. To think that these children YRB staff, who do their best to maintain from participants. New members of Area H in accordance with across the smooth concrete surface: will still be experiencing all these things, our road. It is meant to address the need joined the library because of the easy their comprehensive support for 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 full revolutions! but will have no one individual who can for better communication between the access; we could also use the high speed environmental and watershed protection, Then, I directed him to put down his help them to deal with them, is shameful. Red Mountain Road taxpayers and the internet at the school to download audio as identified in Regional District of bike and jump up and celebrate, do a Without the social/emotional well-being company. I have lived on this road for books through the online services of Central Kootenay, June 2002 survey silly dance, while everyone around him of a child being addressed, there can be just over a year now and have had two BC libraries. results. It is in accordance with the facts clapped and cheered. I even got him to few successes in the academic world. flat tires (one could not be repaired). Area H is part of the 1.3% of the and community values that the PRWUA include some celebratory music to this And the responsibility for these job Now I know that flat tires go with province who do not have tax supported is resolved to advance the community’s part of the visualization. He had a big cuts is shared amongst the Ministry of the territory of gravel roads but both library service. Libraries provide aspirations for the expansion of Valhalla grin on his face with his eyes still closed. Education, our local School District #8 occurred immediately after the grader access to knowledge for all community Provincial Park to include Perry Ridge Next, I instructed him to open his and decisions made at JV Humphries was by. Coincidence? No. More likely members, regardless of their economic as an Ecological Reserve under the eyes when he was absolutely ready, and School. the grader stirs up the sharp rocks that situation. Families who cannot afford Ecological Reserve Act [RSBC 1996]. to go back and do what he had seen in Once again, the children will suffer make up the road base. Also the practice to purchase books for their children can We are writing to you as a candidate his visualization. for the ‘good’ of the district’s balance of grading from the ditch puts many golf still provide them with beautiful reading in the May 12, 2009 election for the Without hesitation, he opened sheet. ball sized and bigger rocks into play. I materials; adults can do research on position of MLA in the BC Provincial his eyes, and was off. Back up to the Jackie Murdock appreciate that this practice helps the everything from auto repair to art history Government regarding the public upper platform, down the descent, up Kaslo road shed water by crowning the road as well as use the public computers, read support for the PRWUA position to the incline, front wheel up, 1,2,3,4,5 but is entirely unnecessary for many current magazines and newspapers. expand the Valhalla Provincial Park to full revolutions, when his previous best Public transit sections. Interlibrary loans and the BC One Card include Perry Ridge as an Ecological was 2! Yesss!! important Also, I have noticed that when mean that we can borrow anything from Reserve under the Ecological Reserve Next, I did the same thing with my I am writing in response to the letter it is time to grade, the entire road is any resource collection in the province. Act [RSBC 1996]. Many of the other son, Elliott. His previous best was titled “Time for better bus service” done regardless of whether it needs In general, the cost to taxpayers is signatories on the petitions and letters half a revolution. After the visualization, (June 3, Valley Voice) from John Fraser it or not. Many times there are only a relatively low. are within the electoral boundaries of he went straight out and cranked it three of New Denver. His letter was short and few potholes for long smooth sections. If you value library service or could your constituency. times around to also wheel in with a big to the point. Basically, he asks Mayor These could better be dealt with by a imagine using the library if it were We have enclosed an educational smile and feeling super proud of his new Gary Wright why New Denver has worker in a pickup truck with gravel, a available to you in our area, please let DVD to help you appreciate the values record. Not long after, he went on to top such poor public transit and why Mayor rake and a shovel, sparing the big rocks Area H director Walter Popoff know by summarized below and to act in your that with five full revolutions as well! st Wright chooses to ignore the issue. and rough road that results and is very July 21 … there is some potential for capacity as the MLA, if elected, to Next, I did the same thing with two I have the answer to John’s question. hard on the front end of our second community development in the south work for the appropriate protection of other skateboarders. I had been watching Gary Wright obviously suffers from the vehicle. I can’t afford to replace the front Valley, possibly more than just the Perry Ridge. An Ecological Reserve will them both as they floundered to land two “Culture of the politician.” Give him a end of the van anytime soon. Winlaw outreach and including services protect the public’s safety and protect the different skateboard tricks over and over ribbon-cutting ceremony to attend and As for the washboard section on the at the junction. In the north, you may many other diverse interests that rely on again, each time not even coming close he will be the first one there and the last steeps I understand that these are hard also express interest in library access the intact ecosystems on Perry Ridge. to completion. one to leave. Give him a problem to to eliminate but they may benefit from by writing to our director. His email These interests include: protecting One by one, I sat with them, and solve and he will disappear. Or he will better compaction with the big roller like is [email protected]; mail is S4, C26, the safety and opportunity to enhance got them engaged in the visualization pander to whoever is in front of him but I have seen done on some of the roads RR1 Crescent Valley, BC V0G 1H0. the economy; protecting private process, with great results. only for as long as they are in front of down the valley. Some sections could I feel that libraries offer an property and public transportation Another fine day at the Kaslo him. The battle cry of these politicians use new gravel and new gravel will invaluable service to communities routes on the east and west side of Perry Skatepark, but as I said, more than just is “Follow me! I am right behind you!” make other sections worse. Extending by supporting lifelong learning for Ridge; protecting endangered species; an average day. These kids learned Longevity does not always equal the pavement on the top and bottom everyone; they are an integral part of a protecting wildlife corridors; mitigating something that will help them excel for accomplishment for the public good. would make sense as well. balanced and healthy society. and adapting to climate change; the rest of their lives. The issue of public transit is Red Mtn Rd is more than just one Christine Nichol protecting the water for agriculture and Brodie Whitney, Lifecoach an important one for the Central road and each area has specific issues. Winlaw food security; protecting the identified Kaslo Kootenay region. Our communities There is local knowledge available to Sinixt cultural interests; protecting are economically depressed. Many help with maintenance planning. Perry Ridge critically important tourism economics; Sound Economic people survive on low-wage seasonal I, and many of my neighbours, struggle ongoing protecting the educational opportunity. Management? employment. Cars are expensive to understand that these issues go with Further to Mr. Retterath’s letter Marilyn Burgoon, President As an interested observer of federal own and operate and we must travel the territory of rural living but we to the Editor, “Good News for Perry Perry Ridge Water Users politics, I believe it essential that great distances for goods, services and also understand that we represent a Ridge,” it is correct that “the struggle Association Kootenay Columbia MP Jim Abbott’s employment. significant tax base and can expect a is ongoing: we have a respite now but recent Riding-wide editorial not go Operating an average size newer certain level of service. We are here it’s not over.” Kaslo kids unchallenged. car costs at least $5000 per year. to help. The Perry Ridge studies and the visualize Mr. Abbott’s assertion that Stephen A monthly bus pass costs $75. The Fred Fontaine vast body of knowledge collected to It was another hot summer day at Harper’s Conservative government personal cash savings from using Red Mtn Rd date on Perry Ridge have enhanced our the Kaslo Sk8park, but not your average actually has an “agenda” to deal with the efficient public transit more than offset understanding of the diversity of values sunny day. My son, Gwyn was working consequences of the current economic any increase in property taxes. As well, Support outreach that the ridge holds – all dependent on on improving a specific trick on this crisis, implying some degree of foresight there are tremendous tax savings from the protection of the ridge. In an effort particular day – down the one slope, and pre-planning, is misleading. less wear and tear on roads, fewer library services For 12 weeks this spring, Winlaw to protect these values the Perry Ridge across, and up the next incline where he Much like a boxer forced back accidents, less pollution and in a global School hosted a Nelson Municipal Water Users Association (PRWUA) has would lift his front wheel off the ground on his heels by a series of strong, sense we weaken the hand of Osama Library outreach project entitled proposed to the Minister of Agriculture and continue from the incline with a well-placed blows, Stephen Harper’s bin Laden. Community Connections. Library and Land that Perry Ridge be given catwalk. Each time, he would manage Conservative government finds itself An efficient public transit system materials were shipped to the school Ecological Reserve status under the two full revolutions of his pedals to then reacting defensively to the world would put extra cash in the pockets through the School District courier Reserve Act. return to normal riding position. economic crisis. Instead of anticipating of local people. This windfall would service where, on Thursday evenings, Below is an edited version of a letter I pulled him aside and asked events and either strengthening existing result in more money being spent community members could sign out that was hand delivered along with a if he wanted to try something that government programs like Employment in our local businesses. Instead, it is resources. These included more than slide show to the candidates during would improve his ability to keep his Insurance or developing properly shipped off to the Alberta oil sands just books – there were CDs, DVDs and the election and is a current update front wheel in the air. “Sure,” he said financed new ones designed to help (the world’s dirtiest oil) so that houses audio books as well. The grant which regarding Perry Ridge. We will be shrugging his shoulders. Canadians weather the storm, the in our communities get snapped up funded the project paid for an increase following up with MLA Katrine Conroy I asked him to close his eyes and Conservative government has been by well-healed Albertans who leave of materials for the library, the costs in once the legislature is back in session. envision himself on his bike, back up caught completely off guard. them empty, further ruining our local staff time and services to School District The PRWUA would like to thank on the highest platform where he would A case in point is the Conservative economy. 8 and the library and also funded free all of our members and friends of normally begin his descent toward the government’s November 27, 2008 fiscal Come on Mayor Wright, if you community events presented by the Perry Ridge for their support. We are catwalk. I asked him to keep his eyes update. At a time when financial markets and the wealthy absentee home owners Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy especially grateful for the support closed and take a nice deep breath while around the world were collapsing and the won’t pick up hitchhikers then at least (CBAL). The materials available for from the late Colleen McCrory and he looked around at the mountains, economies of the United States, Japan throw us some public transit crumbs. borrowing were rotated; members could the Valhalla Wilderness Society for the the lake, and the trees that surrounded and Britain were entering recession, the Donovan Carter also reserve books or use the site to drop successful Court decision in 1997 that him. Then I asked him to take another Conservative government actually told Nelson off anything borrowed from Nelson. set aside the injunction on Perry Ridge, deep breath, and when he was ready, continued on page 6 6 LETTERS The Valley Voice July 15, 2009

continued from page 5 about “blaming access for species them to bring in a female officer or a implement their well-rehearsed rhetoric stood pretty much alone on the platform us that Canada was somehow different decline was “somebody’s wet dream” dog. They laughed and said they didn’t of lies. It was alarming and disgusting... of Earth’s preservation while greed and that we would avoid recession. and that “if we want to save the caribou need “bow wow” to know we had drugs if not frightening. mongers killed all the buffalo, took Finance Minister Jim Flaherty even we have to take out” predators such on us. There were no drugs. The EAO had refused a meeting in almost all the land as theirs and killed predicted several years of balanced as grizzlies, wolves and wolverines” I I felt petrified, violated and Nelson assuming that limiting meetings First Nations people who got in their budgets and a small fiscal surplus. almost didn’t bother to read to the end humiliated. I have always been taught to the remote smaller communities way. Yet as an indication of just how of the article. Is there any point in trying to obey police officers – they are here would be lower profile. Suprise! The I come from the main signer of badly the Conservative government to combat such ignorance with common to help... Well, there were two other largest assembly at any private power Treaty 6 in northern Saskatchewan, miscalculated the impact the global sense or statistics? The decline of the officers watching the whole thing with meeting to date in the province, where Chief Starblanket, or Ahtahkakoop in economic crisis would have on Canada’s grizzly population is partially due to ever smug grins on their faces. If ever I have over 1100 socially, economically and Cree. The signing of that treaty in 1876 finances, in the space of two short decreasing habitat and the number of seen an abuse of power and disregard for environmentally savvy folks from with the Canadian government took months the January 27, 2009 federal caribou in BC is actually 16,500 (down human rights… wow. I am crying while throughout our region rallied in Kaslo to most of his beloved Cree homeland. budget predicted a $34 billion deficit. from 30-40,000 when white people writing this letter. voice their opposition to the theft of our Five days of negotiation were held and This is a stunning reversal by any arrived in BC according to the BC I filed a complaint at the front rivers. They lined up at the microphone other important Cree chiefs couldn’t standard. Ministry of Environment), not the five desk of the Nelson police department for three hours with educated and even get there in time as they weren’t Unfortunately for Canadians, it million that Mr. Purdy claims (and yes, and left a message to speak to another informed concerns. held centrally enough. Sound similar gets worse. On May 26, 2009 Finance I DO know that there are many caribou sergeant or officer or something. I am We showed them what the West to no meeting being held in Nelson? Minister Flaherty gave us another fiscal north of us, but this is about access in feeling very oppressed and scared that Kootenay is all about. Be proud people! After the treaty was signed update, this time revising his deficit BC, not the the NWT). His statement they will try to tell me to forget about And keep up the energy!!! But be with coercive measure the Queen’s projection upward to $50 billion. This “When the ice comes back we’ll get our it, you see it on the movies all the time aware the EA process is streamlined messenger gave my people the flowery represents an almost 50% increase in Mr. caribou back “ is like Arizona saying that you know “protecting their own.” This legislation in the interest of these private words: “As long as the grass grows, Abbott’s Conservative government’s they don’t have to preserve their wildlife is the reason for the derogatory names companies. It is a ‘rubber stamping’ the sun shines and the rivers flow” and deficit projection – another considerable because they will get all the animals for the police force. There is even more process...period. told the Cree to be “good red children miscalculation. they can handle when the Ice Age forces to this story but my hands shake when An environmental certificate has of the Queen.” If you include the $200 billion Canadian animals south! I try to write it. I’m having nightmares NEVER been refused to any river Chief Starblanket became Stephen Harper’s Conservative I was surprised to see “berry and feel nauseous when I think about it. diversion or other project to date. These disillusioned, sick at heart and poverty- government has spent to help improve picking” being listed (with a straight I don’t feel comfortable going to public meetings are mere window stricken as a result of that signing. He Canadian credit markets (including face) with the same people whose talk to the police about the police. What dressing and an affront to the people died a destitute man before his time, buying mortgage backed securities), a interests are “mineral, coal, oil and a world. of this province. The passing of Bill like other chiefs of that time. $10 billion bailout for the Auto industry, gas exploration and forest harvesting.” What if I had been by myself? Why 30 (legislated dictatorship) by Gordon We, the people who say ‘no’ to another $1 billion for forestry and Access British Columbia feels like a should I suffer because some pervert Campbell stripped regional districts and Glacier/Howser-type projects, can billions of promised new money for front for commercial interests having wants a free feel? municipalities of any legal say in these make the difference so great men like “shovel ready” municipal infrastructure unlimited access to our crown lands I have a good friend that was matters. The reality is our tax dollars are Starblanket didn’t die in vain, stricken projects (in addition to federal gas being given the ‘spin’ of being for pulled over for a suspected something being spent on paying bureaucrats to with grief for standing up for his tax monies), what appears to be an the benefit of the people of British or other that she did not do. The officer set up and perform this political public people’s rights and land. “ambitious governing agenda” is really Columbia. said he smelled marijuana and ended theatre. Adding insult to injury! My question at the mic for both an orgy of government spending with I do agree with Mr. Purdy that we up bending her over her hood pushing Similar government backed EAO [Environmental Assessment] taxpayer dollars. Tax cuts for all? Guess need to see more regulation restricting himself up against her, searching her, corporate giveaways of public resources and AXOR panels would have been, who pays. the use of off road vehicles on crown saying she was resisting. He broke her for private profit are common practice “Where is your honour?” With budget deficits now being land. We live near crown land and it cell phone at some point when she tried in the third world. Since we live in a My comments at the mic would predicted well into the future, I’m not is very discouraging to see off road to answer it. This girl weighs about 90 supposedly modern democratic society have been, “Don’t bother speaking with sure how much more Conservative motorcycle tire marks gouging out the lbs soaking wet. She was very shaken they rely on public lack of education and forked tongues because we know too “governing agenda” Canadians can lovely moss that covers the huge rocky up about it; she cried telling me about it. apathy to carry on what is done more much and flowery words spoken with take. We are once again awash in a sea formations and to hear the drone of these How can this practise continue? transparently in developing nations. forked tongues are bullshit and don’t of red ink. vehicles. They seem to take pleasure in Doesn’t the government give out But be aware we are being raped in work any more.” Finally, with all the recent taxpayer- carving designs into the landscape with licences to smoke marijuana? How exactly the same way. I know there were people at the funded ads promoting the (Conservative) their vehicles rather than driving on the many times can an officer search Cherish your public resources, two assemblies held here who were in Federal Government’s Economic Action existing access roads. There ARE roads someone on a vague suspicion of you’re rapidly losing them. Speak out favour of this proposal, but only one got Plan and MP Abbott’s shamefully biased giving access to the area and it doesn’t suspected marijuana smell? Then harass to repeal Bill 30 and other corporate up at the Meadow Creek meeting and Communication pamphlet reaching keep these individuals from invading innocent women. I would call that initiatives by the Campbell government. none at the Kaslo meeting. I daresay every voter (I mean constituent) in the adjacent land. We walk onto the sexual harassment! It’s your province and your home he’s the Kaslo crowds booing might have the Riding, it’s not hard to believe that land from our home and feel privileged Just because they enforce the law giving away. blown someone right out the doors at another federal election will soon be to do so. does not mean they are above the law. Take a serious look at what this that meeting. upon us. If Mr. Purdy is “a Cranbook man I had to speak out. This will not do! government is doing with our precious Another chief at the Treaty 6 But not until MP Jim Abbott once who wants his grandchildren to have Charity Mason rivers and ask yourself one all important signing, Big Bear, said “We want none again tells us that opposition to the the same opportunities to enjoy the Kaslo question. What’s in it for us, the people of the Queen’s presents. When we set national long gun registry is the most backcountry as he did” he would agree of BC. You’ll find there is no answer a fox trap we scatter pieces of meat all important issue facing the country will that there won’t be much left for them Unfair process to that question!!!! around, but when the fox gets into the I believe an election is close at hand. to enjoy when the forest is cut and the exposed at And frighteningly they have another trap we knock him on the head. We Brent Bush land invaded for commercial purposes. four year mandate to arrogantly attend want no bait…” Karen Lee and Bill Guse Glacier/Howser to the needs of the corporate friends and We who say ‘no’ to Earth- Re: ‘Back roads Crescent Valley meeting in Kaslo political donors. destroying projects will not be caught should be open to Beware of If there was ever any doubt that Your letters and emails to the EAO in the trap only to be knocked on the so-called ‘run-of-river’ private power are merely ‘catalogued’ as part of this head. Those who go for the bait of that everyone,’ Valley police? projects are a government/corporate whole sham. Nevertheless, keep it up handful of jobs won’t even get a bite I am a female age 25. I was coalition, those doubts were dispelled so they are ‘on record’ when other of the bait before their knock on the Voice, July 2 pressures such as unavoidable civil head arrives. The article by Katrine Campbell recently a passenger in a truck that was for anyone attending the so-called disobedience are brought to bear on this So, with that cheery note I bid is presented as a news article and pulled over after an erratically driving public consultation meetings in Kaslo autocratic government. the naysayers to keep on being a interview with Mr. Purdy of the Access biker driving in front of us called in a and Meadow Creek recently. It was Doug Pyper strong, clear voice as you call out British Columbia Society. However, complaint. The officer who pulled us Simon Gourdeau, AXOR Corporation Kaslo for democracy and honour. We carry it really reads more like a letter to the over said he could smell marijuana and spokesperson (proponent) and Garry clout in our unanimity against Earth’s editor by Mr. Purdy. Is this responsible proceeded to search the driver, the other Alexander, BC Environmental Just say ‘no’ to greed abuse. The ‘theys’ don’t really run this journalism, to quote an interviewee passenger and then myself. We had no Assessment Officer at the head tables I was at the ‘green power’ meeting show – we do! and not bother to check to see if the drugs. I was wearing tight sweat pants joined at the hip in blatant alliance held in Kaslo and what a whoop-up that We’re the policy makers, the information being quoted is at all and a spandex shirt with no bra. against the public. was! I was very empowered by that decision makers, the legacy makers, accurate? Nowhere in the article is the The male officer got me to spread The EAO was clearly in defense body of people who unanimously said the shift makers…ultimately, the voice voice of the journalist. my legs with my arms out, in plain view of the Glacier-Howser project and “No” to ’greed power’. Being of Cree of the people has to be heard and the Is the Valley Voice promoting Mr. of the oncoming traffic of the Nelson answering questions only as a matter descent, I felt so good to see a large, ‘theys’ must’ve heard our voice. Purdy’s views or reporting the issue? To bridge. He then began to run his hands of government process, repeatedly mostly non-Aboriginal group of people The shift is happening, people, and let Mr. Purdy’s view stand that “We have over my back, my ass and up between defending the proponent and their like that standing proud and shouting I for one am honoured to be a part of it. my legs touching my crotch, and application. Alexander frequently passed out for protection of this Earth’s waters. five million” (caribou) without bothering Deborah F. Nelson between my breasts while my boyfriend questions he simply could not answer It wasn’t long ago at the ‘making’ to set this in context is irresponsible. Argenta Then when I read Mr. Purdy’s comments (the driver of the truck) was asking for over to the proponents who would then of this nation that indigenous people July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice LETTERS 7

tell anyone where they are. Plant late several serious drawbacks. I’ve with a government as I have become to for-profit corporations as if the Bears have to fruiting varieties if possible. Prevent already mentioned the destruction of with the present administration. concern for bucks won’t dominate eat, too bear/human contact if possible. wilderness, and the lack of any benefit Industry, acting through the over the public welfare. What are the Last autumn a mother bear and her John White to the West Kootenay population. government, has cannibalized the consequences of a government bent two cubs were killed after spending New Denver Another drawback is that this will be Environmental Ministry; robotic on selling off the province to private three days in a plum tree in the Orchard In reference to Axor’s private powerline. BC will responses are machined into the interests but alienation, frustration in New Denver. The mother and the first wind up having a mix of public and process, a sense of helplessness is and outright anger, as more and more cub died quickly, but the remaining cub the proposed private powerlines if this goes ahead, engendered by presenting matters of the management of our province was still alive even though he had a big which will increase the expense and already decided upon; the public is is no longer accountable through shotgun hole blasted out of his side. I Glacier-Howser difficulty of running the system. completely depowered by unethical voting. can still hear his plaintive calls for his Power Project… Proposals to induce private and immoral legislation. This has There are some in government mother, and I marvelled at the sound The shift in 2002 from BC Hydro companies to invest in mega projects become a major part of our reality. who possess environmental concerns, which sounded so much like, “Maa!” to private companies in creating new like these by making the payoff so We are facing the same but the weight of policies largely The RCMP officer who shot the energy generation capacity has many sweet for them are abhorrent. The governmental indifference in the prevent anything significant being bears had to use a ladder to reach the drawbacks for British Columbians. taxpayer winds up footing the bill Slocan Valley. The Forest Service done. Despite claims that great cub, which he finally dispatched with a One of the major problems that has by buying power for 8.5 cents/kw is the front office of the logging preservations (as for the caribou) shot to the head from his service pistol, surfaced is that these projects are and selling for 2.5-3.5 cents. Power companies. The wealth of the have been achieved, nothing vitally and finally the whole bloody mess was being considered as one-off rather generated from the spring freshet various corporations and their CEOs significant has been instituted. over – but not for me. than considering their impacts all cannot be stored or used locally but increases despite the cries of losses Indeed, if it were possible for the I am still haunted by the sound of together. must be sold, so it creates a buyer’s or bankruptcy. We and our valley, on Liberals to cut down every forest here that cub. I wanted to help but I wasn’t I live in the Kootenays, so my market. Along with this, local residents many levels, paid for the exorbitant and ship its raw logs to China at high allowed to. The system decreed that the main concern is with the Glacier- have to put up with the destruction of luxuries of the company stockholders prices, we’d all be making our lives bears would die, and that was that, like Howser power project. This is a huge their wilderness, the alienation of throughout the past 50 years. amidst a desert of tree stumps. it or not! industrial undertaking with the goal public property by private companies, During the 1997 blockades, There has never been a doubt I sympathize with the out-of-town of generating upwards of 99 MW. and the increased wear and tear on the Valhalla Society sent to every that logging has its own rights; that landowners of the plum tree property. Not only that, but the same company the roads. Projects like this would be stockholder in Slocan Forest people derive a living from it. But They were afraid of the bears. They were is planning to build several more much more palatable if there was a Products fact sheets and photos the loggers know, and knew 42 years afraid to leave their house for three days, generating stations in the same area. real need for them and if BC Hydro showing over 400 persons, some ago when I worked for the Forest the RCMP officer had to respond, and he For a generating station that was doing them. aged, some young, standing in the Service, that overcutting was using did. I doubt that it would do much good big, the first consideration should Getting financing for projects road incensed with the logging up forests. Trees that should have to say that the out-of-towners were in have been integrating the proposed like these is problematic in these impact on their watersheds. Every provided work for many generations no real danger from the bear; in their transmission lines into the existing times, especially if there threatens to stockholder except two ignored were being rapidly consumed for imaginations, they were, and that was grid in such a way as to 1) minimize be slowdowns stemming from civil these presentations. One wrote the profit of the companies and their all it took. In all fairness, the officer damage to the environment, 2) provide unrest. I think that this would be a to tell us he dumped Valhalla’s foreign stockholders. Having cut the tried to reach Wayne McCrory, the bear a benefit to local communities. Axor good time to place a moratorium on mailing into his wastebasket where inland valleys, this same rapacious biologist, for help and advice but he was proposes to build a 230 KV line IPPs over a certain size (such as 500 it belonged. Another wrote to tell us corporate appetite for profits requires out of town at the time. across the Northern Purcells through KW) and take a look at how these to never write or send such material the contractors to increase logging of I decided to plant a bear orchard some of the last unroaded wilderness will be integrated into the power to him again. Such is the mind-set their own landscapes and watersheds out in the bush so that some other in the Kootenays. Recent reports grid, and what the eventual cost to of persons who profit from the and those of their neighbours. mother bear and her cubs could claim (Michael Procter et al.) have shown BC will be. It may be that on sober growing destruction we see here due The only affirmative thing that a whole plum tree for themselves and that the grizzly bear population second thought these projects are too to decades of overcutting. has recently occurred is we elected not get shot for it. This spring, I planted in the Southern Purcells has been expensive and will leave little more The electorate has become targets an MLA who is not only studying eight plum trees and three thornless fragmented. This proposed powerline than a legacy of debt to be serviced for governmental manipulation using all the facts but cares about their blackberry bushes out in the wild for will fragment the rest of the wilderness by future generations. high-powered ad agency tactics that impacts. Perhaps the government will Harvey Armstrong the bears. I won’t tell you where, but I area remaining. It may be possible to paint over governmental concessions hear from that direction concerning Kaslo will tell you that they are off the beaten mitigate some of the effects of this to corporate profit agendas with the huge outrage being felt here. But track to protect the bears from humans. line, but why build it there? the seductive claims of serving the whatever the direction, the people in A roar of protest public good. the Kootenays are becoming even I’m getting old, but I’ll plant a bear As planned, the powerline through Congratulations for presenting Consider, for instance, how more concerned and angry, witness orchard every year for as long as I can. the wilderness to Invermere offers no a superbly written, well-thought the government allows logging 1,100 people explosively denouncing I dedicated this first orchard to that benefit to residents and businesses and highly meaningful letter from companies to police themselves, the government and AXOR at Kaslo. mother bear and her two cubs who died in the West Kootenays. We are in a Eric Faulks and John Hermann promoting the deceit that these I was too ill to attend but the news in a plum tree so needlessly. This way situation here where the infrastructure (July 2, 2009). Their succinct yet companies will protect the public raised me from my sick bed. This is their deaths will not be in vain. is older and in some cases inadequate, comprehensive review of the issues is interest in environmental protection. not a murmur of protest but a roar. If you are inspired to plant a bear creating brown out events and limiting an endeavor to present some context Another example is the conversion Richard Caniell orchard – well, it ain’t so easy. You development possibilities. There are and history about the industrial of governmental public services New Denver have to find the right location where already surveyed power transmission exploitation we are all facing. you are away from human traffic and in right-of-ways in existence which How many years have we spent conditions favourable to the fruits you can be used. There is a 230KV our time and energy on the charades are planting. Experimentation is needed. transmission line running east and of public process. What a bitter joke! For me, the ideal location is where there west near Route 3. No wonder in the meeting at Kaslo is enough moss to indicate moisture and If the proposed 230 KV line over the private power projects enough light to provide growth. I planted AXOR wants to build went down the the public expressed its outrage. in various locations and I will go back west side of Kootenay Lake, using The government stacks the deck to see which locations are best. This existing right-of-ways, it could be by legislating a prohibition against early drought was a good test. One of a joint project between AXOR, BC any community or municipality my trees died, but the others survived Hydro, and Fortis. In this situation, objecting to or interfering with these until the recent rain, and I’m crossing everyone would win. BC Hydro could entrepreneurs. The representative my fingers they’ll survive the whole install a turbine in Duncan Dam and for AXOR was unmoved by season. The blackberries seem to be use this powerline to accept the power the demonstration. He sat there doing well so far. Mulch would help in generated, and if and when AXOR in his plastic cubicle, safe from times of drought. builds additional generating stations, the anger of the public, protected It’s all for the bears. If they have this power could be conducted south, by gross undemocratic process. enough fruit trees outside of town then rather than to the East Kootenay, The public meeting was supposed maybe they won’t have to take such where they have ample power already. to be part of an expected public dangerous chances inside town just to I feel it’s especially important participation in which AXOR or get a tree of their own for a few days to keep what wilderness we have the representative of government before hibernation. Bears will go to left in the Purcells intact. Siting would present information. That where the food is. They are not stupid. this proposed powerline along the is, to tell us in gold-gilded words, They do not want to endanger their west side of Kootenay Lake rather what we are going to get after we cubs. They will go to bear orchards if than pushing it through a wilderness have been disenfranchised from any they are there. area has many benefits to all of us. meaningful objection. Everyone was I am planting bear orchards and Allowing it to go east to Invermere too provoked to listen or care. I invite you to do the same. Don’t has no benefits, and involves I have rarely been so disgusted 8 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Slocan council, July 8: Boundary expansion in the works by Katrine Campbell tenure on lots, including water lots. October 31. Council was legally September UBCM conference, along the predominant users, she said, but • One person showed up for the • The Village has started the unable to eliminate the penalty for late with Mayor Madeleine Perriere, and “that could change once a Smith unit Village of Slocan’s public meeting on process of extending its boundaries to payment of the company’s 2008 taxes, CAO Shana Paivarinta. Councillor or Bowflex system and mirrors are its annual report. She had no questions the south and east. which Springer Creek had requested, Hillary Elliott will attend as the installed.” or comments. The southern expansion would take so reduced the taxes by the same RDCK rep. The CAO will also attend Councillor Jean Patterson reported The report summarized council’s in the cemetery, Valhalla Crew camp amount to encourage the company to an LGMA forum in Kamloops in that SIFCo (community forest) wants accomplishments and plans, and and equestrian grounds – all Village- pay by the October 31 deadline. October as part of her professional to cut several small areas on Red included the financial statements for owned – and the electrical substation • Public Works supervisor Tim development. Mountain to harvest cedar, the only 2008. Council’s objectives for 2009/10 and hardware store properties. The Hill reported that water restrictions • Staff have tendered for a new species for which there is a market. include: researching the viability of a eastern expansion would include a are working well, with consumption loader and have had 18 replies; these They want to clearcut as 48 per cent of micro-hydro plant to be owned by the parcel of land on Springer Creek east peaking at 400 gallons per minute and have been narrowed down to three and the trees are hemlock, and they would Village, for the benefit of the residents; of Hwy 6, so the Village “could explore dropping back to 120. At the lower rate are looking into more details. The price like to replant with different varieties. renovating Village-owned buildings; development opportunities.” The next he can shut down half the water plant to range offered is within budget. The group also visited Bannock finding opportunities for seniors’ step in the process would be a public carry out maintenance. Hill noted that • Council approved an amendment Point; they would like to establish housing; finding a doctor for the hearing. the restrictions on water times are not to the community events policy which the bay as a day area and put in 15 wellness centre; replacing waterlines • Springer Creek Forest Products’ to conserve water, but to control the would authorize the CAO to approve campsites and two more outhouses to on Main, Nelson and Arlington; tax bill for 2009 was reduced timing of large volumes being used in applications for community or private the north. SIFCo is also working on developing a storm water management by $20,000, provided it pays all order to have the plant run efficiently. events which require Village approval. an invasive plant program and wants plan; ensuring the Village has proper outstanding taxes and penalties by There will be an open house at The CAO reserves the right to take any to get more grants for wildfire interface the water plant August 7 from 1:30 request to council for approval. management. to 3:30 pm. • The Village will create a The Reading Centre committee • Building Bylaw Amendment voluntary register for seniors and report caused the most controversy. #582 and Tax Rate Amendment Bylaw people with disabilities who wish to Councillor Patricia McGreal reported COUNTRY DAWG #583 were passed and adopted. have driveway snowplow furrows that the committee members want • During the public participation cleared by Public Works. Staff have approval in writing for them to “hold has come to Cornucopia! period there were concerns raised done this in the past, but a written and spend at their own discretion” about the cleanliness of the beach, policy and register would relieve them any money raised by volunteers. This Featuring homemade 100% human grade ingredients. particularly about dogs being allowed of the responsibility of deciding who could mean adding shelves and books. to run loose there. Council agreed, and should get the service. The room at the Wellness Centre used All natural dawg treats. Also available at Petopia in Castlegar. said a cleanup was needed. • Committee Reports: The for the reading centre, however, is not (owner) LYNN 250-399-0024 • Keith Cummings was appointed Waterfront and OCP Advisory solely their responsibility; it is a multi- to the Board of Variance for a three- committees will hold a meeting use room and has been designated as year term. within the next two weeks. A written an Emergency Operations Centre in • Council approved Councillor report from the Fitness Centre co- case of emergency. This means that Jessica Lunn’s attendance at the ordinator raised a laugh: women are adding more shelving and books is not possible as a large chunk of the room ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE must be kept open. Alternate locations Application to Amend Permit PE-18167 under the Provisions of the for an EOC were suggested, but none Environmental Management Act was suitable. We, FortyTwo Metals Inc. of Suite 490 – 1122 Mainland Street, Vancouver, Council decided to hold a meeting B.C. V6B 5L1, intend to submit this amendment application to the Director to with the committee volunteers to authorize an increase in volume of the permitted discharge of water effluent go over the Terms of Reference and from an underground molybdenum mine. The land upon which the MAX clarify them. Mine portal facilities are situated are Mineral Claims CCM7, 387146; CCM8, • The Slocan Valley Heritage Trail 387147; MAX 2, 407707 at approximately 117° 35’ 4.5’’ W, 50° 38’, 48.6’’ N Society will be allowed to rent the and are located approximately 6 km from the Village of Trout Lake within the Wilkie Inlet D watershed. Village’s chipper at a cost of $33.82 per hour, which includes the operator. The Permit PE-18167 specifies maximum flow rates from the underground mine machine is too dangerous to be rented that were based on estimates observed from the mine adit, originally developed without a trained and experienced in the early 1980’s. Due to access issues related to snowpack in the spring, historical records of actual water flow at freshet were not previously available. operator, the CAO noted. The flows are primarily derived of groundwater inflows into the adit through faults • Council approved Leslie and structures in the rock mass, much of which occurs in the first 300m of the Campos’ request to hold a Sunday adit and far from production mining activities. These flows have proven to be market at the Wellness Centre from 10 highly variable throughout the year with peak flows occurring during freshet. to 3. Staff will look into the possibility The actual duration of freshet flows may be affected by fall/winter ground of allowing her to store tents and tables preparation and therefore the actual rates and periods may vary annually. A very small quantity of this water is used in drilling and none of the water is used inside the centre. in a mining process. Recent operations have observed groundwater inflows • WE Graham Community Services in excess of the Permit during freshet and have necessitated the use of a new Society’s request to use picnic tables, settling pond area to accommodate those higher peak flows. the bandstand and other equipment for It should also be noted that Permit PE-18167 also allows for a maximum the July 18 grand opening of Tenacity discharge from the mine’s tailings facility and that that water effluent discharge Park was approved. to date has been consistently less than permitted. • Council agreed to contribute $75 to the Kids’ Help Phone charity, which Therefore, the Application requests that the following changes be made to Permit PE-18167; had asked for $500. Section 1.1 Change “Underground Mine Portal Water Settling Pond” to “Underground Mine Portal Water Settling Ponds”. Section 1.1.1 Change “The maximum authorized rate of discharge is 30,000 m3/month” to “The maximum authorized annual average rate of discharge is 90,000 m3/month including a monthly maximum authorized discharge rate of 180,000m3/month during the annual freshet (typically between April 15 – June 15 of each year)”. Section 1.1.2 Change “The authorized works are a mine portal water settling pond, overflow weir, underground settling sumps, overflow weir, etc.,..... as shown on attached Site plan A” to “The authorized works are a portal area receiving pond, a water pipeline and seven mine portal water settling ponds, an overflow weir, ....as shown on attached Site Plan A.” The applicant is required to address concerns raised by parties that may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge. Any person who wishes to express their concerns and provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments, questions or concerns to the applicant, FortyTwo Metals Inc. with a copy to Ministry of Environment.

FortyTwo Metals Inc. Ministry of Environment 490-1122 Mainland Street Attn: Regional Manager, Environmental Protection Vancouver BC V6B 5L1 #401 – 333 Victoria Street Nelson B.C. V1L 4K3 The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice COMMUNITY 9 Kohan – a celebration of 20 years by Penelope Stuart As featured in the initial Art in design garments. Boer has created a Haiku readings by Diana Hartog. stunning performance. Twenty years ago Chie Kamegaya the Kohan, Morgen Bardati and Elly line of unique children’s clothes and In the evening a Japanese The day will end with the We 3 planted a maple tree, the first step in Boer will delight us once again with Bardati’s surfaced designed garments buffet will be served, followed by a Trio, a lively band to listen and dance creating the beautiful Kohan Reflection a garment show. Both women are are for women. Following this popular traditional Japanese mask piece, and to, closing the day with a beach party. Garden in New Denver to honour designers who work with reconstructed event, there will be the first of two then by the anniversary ceremony. Art, music, culture, Japanese food, the Japanese-Canadians who were One of the highlights of the day is the a powerful drumming performance forcibly resettled to the BC interior Send your kids to the Stone Age Yamabiko Taiko performance at 7 pm. and a great band to end the day – all in 1942. The Slocan Lake Garden submitted Camp director Chris Morasky has The eight drummers from Kelowna offered in the stunning setting of the Society (SLUGS), with creativity Looking for something fun, been teaching ancient skills for more aim to bring awareness of the spirit and Kohan Garden alongside the lake. and hard work, has developed and educational and wild this summer for than 20 years; he has even led several beauty of Taiko. They are a spectacular Come and join us for a truly splendid maintained this glorious Japanese- your kids? Stone Age Camp for Kids, wilderness survival expeditions using and powerful group who present a event – and it’s free! style garden, creating a place of serene for children ages 8-13, runs from July only Stone Age tools. beauty we are all able to enjoy today. 20-25 and is located at the World Sign Morasky is also the director of To commemorate this 20-year Summer Campus in Appledale. Camp Ancient Pathways, which presents anniversary, on Sunday August 9 the begins at 10 am and finishes at 5 pm, courses for children and adults ranging SLUGS and the Slocan Lake Gallery Monday-Thursday. Friday begins at 10 from drum making and bow making to Society, sponsors of Art in the Kohan, am and includes an evening campfire wild foods harvesting and Stone Age will host a grand celebratory festival. and sleepover, finishing the week at cooking. He lived in the wilderness The celebration begins at 10 am 11 am on Saturday. Cost is $175 and in a tipi for six years and learned when you can enjoy Art in the Kohan. tuition assistance is available. from many teachers throughout Stroll around the garden to see the If your child loves nature, this is North America, including members display of work by artists from around the camp to go to. Participants will of Lakota, Shoshone, Arapahoe, the region. Enjoy the live classical build a shelter, start fires by rubbing Blackfoot, Crow, and Seri tribes. music being played, the refreshments sticks together, and make rope from Angela Safire Jones is the co- served at the teahouse and the running plant fibres. We’ll also make a cedar ordinator and will assist in instruction slide show on the history of the garden. bark basket, learn stalking, tracking, during Stone Age Camp. For more At 11 am Gail Powell will conduct a awareness, natural navigation, edible information, contact Morasky at 250- bonsai workshop, and at noon Ray and medicinal plants, flint knapping, 357-2822 or email chrismorasky@ Nikkel will give the first garden tour. and much more! netidea.com. New Denver mayor’s message The village’s new gazebo to 10 am and 6 to 10 pm. Almost – discussion at this fall’s meeting of in Centennial Park is now open but not quite – as many of us have the Union of BC Municipalities. for everyone’s enjoyment. Its remembered that it is illegal to put G.L. Wright construction took a little longer to garbage out for pick-up before 6 Mayor, Village of New Denver complete than we had anticipated, am on Tuesdays – unless it’s in a but it is certainly a beautiful addition bear-proof container. Please don’t Smokey Creek Salvage to our park. Norbert Duerichen be the one whose garbage attracts 24 HR TOWING New & Used Auto Parts, Back Hoe Work, (contractor, woodworking) and and causes us to have to shoot yet Certified Welding & Repairs, Vehicle Removal Gerry Wolf (concrete) added fine another bear. If, for some reason, WE BUY CARS & TRUCKS detailing in their specialties – at no you can’t put out your garbage 359-7815 ; 1-877-376-6539 extra cost. Greg McRae installed on Tuesday morning, just contact 3453 YEATMAN RD, SOUTH SLOCAN the lights and power hookups which Carol or Catherine at the village allow it to be used for a variety of office (250-358-2316). They will events. help you make appropriate alternate The building was jointly funded arrangements. by the Village of New Denver, • Council continues to lobby Recreation Commission #6, the on your behalf for more effective Columbia Basin Trust (with the community policing. Provincially, sponsorship of the Arena Society) the RCMP is moving from a local and the Province of BC. Council detachment focus (where members thanks you all for a job well done. respond more to local concerns) to a • Speaking of jobs well done, next regional focus (where the members time you see Dr. Chuck Burkholder team to enforce provincial and (our health centre’s Chief of Staff) federal priorities). Council feels that We, at Jones Boys Boats, are proud to support our local SPCA and Kaslo and Dr. Mike Magier, be sure to local priorities should help direct the Grammas to Grammas (Stephen Lewis thank them for the instrumental actions of our local detachment. A part they played in the retention of letter to that effect has been sent to Foundation). our community’s 24/7 emergency Inspector Nick Romanchuk, officer- During the summer boating season we will donate $100 for every boat purchase exceeding $15,000 service. If it weren’t for their efforts on in-charge of the Kootenay Boundary LOCATED ON BEAUTIFUL KOOTENAY LAKE our behalf, we would no longer have Regional Detachment. HWY 31 NORTH, AINSWORTH, BC to the SPCA or a charity of your choice! it. I also appreciate the willingness Our concern is shared by many TOLL-FREE FOR SALES 1-877-552-6287 Remember, nobody beats a Jones Boys Deal! of our regional Interior Health other BC local governments. The Authority administrators to accept issue will be a major topic of our physicians’ service proposal, which was staunchly supported by the Villages of Silverton and Slocan as well as (through the efforts of Bonnie Greensword) our regional hospital district. • Almost all villagers are respecting council’s sprinkling policy which asks that outdoor watering be done only between 6 10 SLOCAN VALLEY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Silverton council, July 8: Election officers appointed; Memorial Hall questionnaire tallied by Jan McMurray provided comments only, and did not wedding in town, and the wedding party The provincial funding is specifically Friends are not disbanding, but have • Junko Ida was appointed Chief indicate preference for any of the three booked their sites one year ago. for employment of displaced forestry exhausted their funds and are taking Election Officer and Elaine Rogers options. Adminstrator Ida said the best workers, whereas the federal funding a break from fundraising and grant was appointed Deputy Chief Election Council referred the questionnaire they could do would be to fill both the does not have that limitation. Councillor writing. Officer for the byelection. results to the Facilities Committee for lakeside and creekside campgrounds Johnson reported that he was impressed • Mayor Everett gave the public • Administrator Ida reported on further discussion. August 7-9, leaving no sites for the with the wildfire interface work SIFCo works report. On the water project, he the results of the questionnaire on the • Katrina Sumrall from the Valhalla public, which goes against the policy. had done in Winlaw. said the hydrants were to be serviced the management of the Silverton Memorial Fine Arts Society attended to ask for Council discussed the possibility of • A letter from the Silverton following week. The new reservoir is Hall. There were 35 responses returned. council’s assistance in finding camping opening Dewis Park to camping, but Historical Society thanks the Village for to be installed in the fall, but this could Four were in favour of the Village accommodation for the Suzuki music noted that there were concerns about upgrading the Fingland Cabin display get delayed to the spring. Distribution managing the hall. Sixteen were in students. Unfortunately, they did not damage to the grass made by firepits. area by bringing in the old dugout, system repairs are scheduled for spring. favour of management being contracted book the campsites on time, and there Sumrall had canvassed residents living relocating the alley and defining the The pumphouse is almost finished, and out. Ten were in favour of management are not enough sites available August near the day park, and camping in area. This summer, the society plans a second pump will be installed. by a non-profit group. The other five 7-9. During this weekend, there is a the day park is not acceptable to all to repair the dugout, and prepare it for • Council received gas tax funding residents. housing artifacts. of $28,787.33 – half of this year’s total THE VILLAGE Council agreed to fill all of • Gary Willman, interim Memorial allocation. Mayor Everett explained Silverton’s campsites for the weekend Hall manager, reported that the new that the Village was saving its gas tax of August 7-9 (not the August long kitchen had been inspected and a money to cover its 20% share of the cost OF SILVERTON weekend). representative from the Municipal of the water project. Although the 20% • The Village is partnering with Insurance Agency had been through ($100,000) is already set aside for this, 2009 LOCAL BY-ELECTION the Slocan Lake Arena Society to the building. He said there were some Mayor Everett said they would also save NOTICE OF NOMINATION upgrade the arena and playground. minor issues to be addressed. this new gas tax payment, in case of cost Administrator Ida will make application Willman reported that there had overruns on the water project. Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Silverton to the Recreational Infrastructure been a lot of requests for bookings, • The lease agreement with the that nomination for the office of: Canada program for this project, and that the hall would be busy in July Silverton Community Club (SCC) for estimated to cost $105,000. The grant and August with a dance, a wedding, the front half of the recycling building COUNCILLOR – ONE (1) will cover one-third of the project cost, the Suzuki music program and the was tabled to a future meeting, probably For the balance of the 2008 to 2011 term commencing with the Village and arena society each Valhalla Summer School of Music. He in the fall. The last council had granted September, 2009 to December, 2011 will be received by the contributing one-third ($35,000). The also submitted a recommended revised the club free use of the space until the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: Village’s share is made up of a $15,000 fee schedule for the hall, which was end of 2008. Mayor Everett asked Community Tourism grant, a $7,500 referred to the Facilities Committee, hall that the SCC meet with the Facilities The Village of Silverton donation to the Village from Claire manager, and administration. Committee “to come up with a plan 421 Lake Avenue and Mac Norris for the playground, • A letter from the Friends of that works for everybody and bring it Silverton, BC and $12,500 from the 2010 budget Silverton Memorial Hall included some back to council.” Nomination Period: reserve fund. requests. Council granted permission • Brought forward from an in 10:00 am July 28, 2009 • Ida was authorized to apply for the group to place a plaque in the camera staffing committee meeting was for $100,000 from the Community kitchen in recognition of the funders, a wage increase for Rayn Butt to $20 an to 4:00 pm August11, 2009 Adjustment Fund to construct a new donors and volunteers. Council also hour while he is filling in for Leonard (excluding Statutory holidays and weekends) hot water washroom at the municpal instructed public works to assist the Casley, who is working on the water Nomination documents are available at the Village of campground. Friends with tools and materials for project. Once Butt returns to his regular Silverton office during regular office hours of Tuesday through • Council approved a letter of the maintenance of the garden. The job, he will receive his regular wage. Thursday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm or by special request during support for the Slocan Integral Forestry request for a $300 budget for garden • The bylaws to re-zone Brian the nomination period. Co-operative (SIFCo) for a wildfire maintenance was not granted, as the Mills’ property from residential to light interface project for the area from above Village is “really tight on money right industrial were adopted. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE the Silverton Inn to Red Mountain Road. now,” according to Mayor Everett. • Accounts payable of $38,649.28 A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold The Village is working with SIFCo on The letter also clarifies that the were approved. office as a member of local government if they meet the a $262,400 provincial grant for the following criteria: project. With the provincial funding, Archaeology in action on the • Canadian Citizen; federal funding can be leveraged. Slocan Valley Rail Trail • 18 years of age or older; submitted project will provide a more detailed • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months The public is invited to join understanding of human occupation of immediately before the day nomination papers are WANTED members of the Slocan Valley Heritage the upper Columbia Basin. filed; and Trail Society (SVHTS) on Sunday, The SVHTS is combining this • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any TO BUY: July 26 between 11 am and 1 pm at opportunity with your choice of a walk other enactment from voting in an election in British the prehistoric village site 2 km north or bicycle ride on the rail trail. The site is Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected CEDAR AND of Lemon Creek. Dr. Nathan Goodale 6 km south of the trailhead in the Village to, or holding office. is heading a Hamilton College field of Slocan, and about the same distance PINE POLES school conducting explorations there north of the Perry Siding parking area FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained during July. Dr. Goodale was a part and 16 km north of Winlaw Station. It is by contacting the Village of Silverton, 421 Lake Avenue, John Shantz • 250-308-7941 (cell) of the initial survey done on the site in 2 km north of the Lemon Creek trailhead Silverton, BC at 250-358-2472. 2000 by University of Lethbridge and off Kennedy Road (a ten minute walk). July 13, 2009 Please contact: Gorman University of Montana field schools. Choose your departure point, and plan to Ms. Junko Ida Brothers Lumber Ltd. This is your opportunity for a guided be at the site no later than noon to hear Chief Election Officer tour of a prehistoric village site, to watch Dr. Goodale’s presentation. Village of Silverton an archaeological field school in action A barbecue and refreshments will Silverton, BC 250-547-9296 and to talk one-on-one with participants. be hosted by the SVHTS at the site. Some very interesting discoveries Suggested donations of $10 per adult were made in 2000. For example, will go towards purchasing radiocarbon indications are that the Slocan Narrows dating to further knowledge of the pre- site contains the largest and oldest history of the Slocan Valley – as will pithouses on the Canadian Plateau, a $5,000 grant the SVHTS has just predating others by more than 1400 obtained from the Columbia Basin Trust years. It is believed that the current for this purpose.

Students work at the pre-contact village site north of Lemon Creek. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice COMMUNITY 11 Heart’s Rest Retreat in New Denver hosts house concert by Art Joyce classic doo-wop jazz. Their Violet Eyes. Main played electric and the U2 classic for their her son Casey. at Denison University and wants What better way to spend laid-back shuffle sound lent itself bass for a few songs, providing spiritual element at peace rallies, Henry has been a friend to explore the music scene in a balmy July evening than in well to songs as diverse as Pink harmony vocals as well as taking weddings and even funerals. of Meier and DesCamp since Montreal. With Obama in the a comfortable lodge with a Floyd’s San Tropez, Up From the the lead in such songs as The Henry provided pastoral care they were at Pacific School of White House, she’s guardedly spectacular view of Slocan Lake, Skies by Jimi Hendrix, and the Man With The Golden Arm. at Cindy Sheehan’s peace camp Religion in Berkeley, California optimistic. soaring woodframe construction Beatles’ Eleanor Rigby, among The final set introduced outside former President Bush’s some 20 years ago, and sang “We’re in deep trouble as and stone fireplace, and live others. The tone was of gentle the audience to Joanne Henry, ranch near Crawford, Texas. at both their ordinations as a country. We all have to make music? Heart’s Rest Retreat satire, with some belly laughs in a visiting singer and scholar Sheehan was protesting the Iraq ministers and their wedding. the change, and we have to keep owners George Meier and Rhodes originals like Girls With who joined Dorsey and Main war, which claimed the life of She plans to teach another year pressing him to.” Therese DesCamp welcomed Cars, The Artist Song and The at the microphones. The trio about 50 people to a relaxing Energy Song. performed such classics as Wade CIBC celebrates 100th evening featuring local Truly joined Michael Dorsey in the Water, Black Cat Blues, the by Katrine Campbell Foundation. its current premises, and four musicians Michael Dorsey, Leah and Leah Main for a set of mostly Eagles’ Seven Bridges Road and A small crowd gathered The Canadian Bank of years later absorbed the New Main, Andy Rhodes, Ruby Truly Dorsey originals, with a set list U2’s transcendent I Still Haven’t at the CIBC’s Nakusp branch Commerce opened in a little Denver branch’s business. and special guest singer Joanne of reflective acoustic pieces Found What I’m Looking For. July 10 to celebrate its 100th cottage in Nakusp in 1909 CIBC has also supported Henry. appropriate to the setting. Dorsey Henry restrained her powerful anniversary in the village. when Henry Ford was selling The Arrowtarian seniors R h o d e s a n d Tr u l y, displayed his flair for composing voice in deference to the mellow At 2 pm, former branch the Model T car for only $825. housing project, the Raise-a- performing as Harmony Lips, with complex, Beatle-esque tone of the evening but even then manager (1958-1966) Ted When the little cottage burned Reader program at the Nakusp led off the musical program minor chord progressions on her singing was reminiscent of Dodge joined current manager down, the branch moved into Public Library, the Nakusp with their distinctive lockstep 12-string guitar, highlighted to the best black women singers. Wendy Clermont to cut the the newly-completed Masonic Art Gallery and the Arrow vocal harmony reminiscent of best effect on The River Song and A professor of Black anniversary cake. CIBC also Lodge at the northeast corner Lakes Ambassador Program, Studies, Women’s History and Nelson company to start rafting tours on donated a cheque for $5,000 of Broadway and Fourth, in and offers the Robin Pazurik Theatre at Denison University to the Arrow Lakes Hospital 1922. In 1978, it moved into Scholarship to NSS students. Slocan and Salmo Rivers next season in Ohio, Henry considers by Jan McMurray the Elevator and S bend rapids herself primarily an activist Nelson Whitewater Rafting for some class 3 action before who combines the disciplines Company (NWRC) will be taking out at Shoreacres. Slocan of music, theatre, and history offering whitewater rafting trips River trips will be offered all for social change. She uses on the Slocan and Salmo Rivers season long. songs like Wade in the Water next season. Operations are scheduled to begin June 24, 2010. “We’ve got our tenures in place, and the lease of a downtown Nelson booking office and company base is in the works,” said NWRC co-owner John Dutton. “The next step is to find an appropriate place to store the company bus, trailer, and rafts.” The company’s application for crown land tenure at three locations on each river, where rafters would be starting and finishing their trips, has been approved with some changes. Wendy Clermont and Ted Dodge cut the cake for the CIBC’s 100th anniversary in Nakusp. All sites will be ‘leave no trace’ – no portable toilets or structures of any kind will be placed, and every reasonable effort will be made to keep sites clean and free of litter and debris. This fall, once these changes are reflected in the company’s recreation management plan, and a security deposit is made and commercial liability insurance is in place, the Licence of Occupation for purposes of commercial river rafting on the Slocan and Salmo Rivers will be signed and sealed. Dutton says the Salmo River offers a remarkable whitewater run with class 2-4 rapids in Local musician Jay Buttle and partner Kayte Rock of Soup du Jar about an hour and a half on the repute get ready for the fifth annual Slocan Lake Dance Camp, river. “We’re very excited to scheduled for July 24 - 27 in New Denver. As beginners, the share this whitewater gem with youthful pair have signed up for the root Latin dance of Rumba Nelson and Kootenay locals, and the standard East Coast Swing; both popular and versatile and the hope is to draw visitors choices that will serve them in other dance genres as well. to the Nelson area for this early season rafting experience,” says Slocan Lake Dance Camp Dutton. “It will be one of the submitted a fun social skill that’s popular best commercial trips of this The Slocan Lake Dance at urban campuses (grads take length in British Columbia.” The Camp is almost upon us. It note) and a practical way to Salmo’s short rafting window is runs from July 24 to 27 in meet new friends. during the spring run-off in May New Denver. An addition to dance and June. In subsequent years, This year there are eight camp fun this year is Christine operations will start on the May workshops especially for Sutherland and her free mini- long weekend. teens, and locals are urged massage workshops. Learn On the Slocan River, two to take advantage of a two- how to ease those weary different trips will be offered. for-one special, courtesy of a dancing feet! A scenic float from Slocan Park grant from the Slocan Valley A calendar of all 40 to Crescent Valley is a relaxing Arts Council. That makes scheduled classes can be trip on class 1 water. The Slocan it only $15 for a two-hour found at local outlets or visit whitewater trip will float guests workshop. These workshops www.dancingbeat.org. For through Crescent Valley and into are a great opportunity to learn info, call 250-358-2448. 12 The Valley Voice July 15, 2009

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Analisa and Sakura Azzopardi entered Silverton’s Canada Day dog show with Vern Hartman presents Kate Plaskett with the Youth Award at Silverton’s July 1st celebration. Sakura’s stuffy, Hart. Learn to can your harvest at the Whole submitted On Sunday, July 26 at 2 pm, Judi Morton will be at the Vallican Whole Community Centre to teach you everything you need to know about canning your harvest and all the fruits and vegetables currently in season. Morton’s preserves and juice, from Tulaberry Farms, had people lining up at last year’s 100-Mile Market at the Whole. Why does Judi can? “Cuz it’s so delicious!” Why does she teach others how to do it? “It’s so much fun when everyone does it together. I remember when my kids were little a bunch of us would gather and can and it was so much fun and we got an amazing amount done in just one day. It would be great if more of us did that nowadays. If enough people know how to do it, maybe we can have these kinds of jam-borees again. After all – everybody loves jam!” Last year’s workshops were hugely popular and the participants were thrilled with what they learned. As well, they got to take home yummy samples – pickled beans, jam and peaches. In this workshop, materials, process and safety are all covered. You don’t have to bring a thing; everything will be provided. This is a two-part series, with another session planned for the fall if enough people sign up. In the current workshop a wide range of foods will be preserved, including apricots, jams, pickles, raspberries, early beans, tomatoes and cherries. For more information, call 226-7100. To register for this workshops, call 226-7957. Cost is $15 for one person, $25 for two for each workshop. This workshop is part of the Vallican Whole’s Living in the Country: Rural Skills series. Don’t forget to mark August 23 on your calendar, when the Whole will host a Celebration of Local Abundance, aka the 100-Mile Market/Emporium and Potluck. This year’s event will start at 2:30 and go into the evening, and will give people the opportunity to buy, sell, trade and give away whatever they have in abundance. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice COMMUNITY 13

All the girls who participated in this year’s Arrow Lakes Ambassadors Pageant and last year’s ambassadors were at Nakusp’s Canada Day celebration event.

Rotary Club volunteers were busy at the concession for Canada Day in Nakusp. The kids had a blast at the sack races on Canada Day in Nakusp.

This child was awestruck by the Trail Pipe Band, and no wonder! The band’s performance was definitely a highlight of Nakusp’s Canada Day event.

Alisa Farrer on the R&A Logging float in Nakusp’s Canada Day parade. 14 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Multiple Sclerosis education session to be held in New Denver submission education session in New Denver July 30. management. It is open to anyone who and staff provide information, support, family members whose lives have been If you have Multiple Sclerosis (MS), The session, offered by the MS has MS or who would like to learn more educational events and other resources impacted by MS. A volunteer board of or are a family member or friend of Society of Canada’s community services about this chronic disease. for people with MS and their families. directors is based in Nelson, and the part- someone who does, you are invited to an co-ordinator, will focus on symptom While MS is most often diagnosed in Researchers funded by the MS Society time co-ordinator works from her home young adults, aged 15 to 40, it can affect are working to develop new and better office in Balfour, offering services that children as young as two years old. MS is treatments. Their ultimate goal is the include support, information, advocacy, unpredictable, affecting vision, hearing, cure for MS. assisting with access to equipment and memory, balance and mobility. Its effects The West Kootenay Chapter of the government services. are physical, emotional, financial, and last Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada To register for the education session a lifetime. There is no cure. provides services, support and social or for information on MS, call the West No one need face MS alone. In opportunities for the 150+ members Kootenay Chapter office at 1-866-352- communities across Canada, volunteers in our region and their friends and 3997.

Nakusp’s Tristan Sinclair takes a hard left to the jaw during the Mixed Martial Arts cage fights held in the NakuspA rena on July 4. The fight was stopped in the second round, when Sinclair started taking too many hits. Sinclair fought well.

Retallack Resort recently hosted a dinner to celebrate the launch of their new menu. We’re pleased to report that the food was incredible. We cheerfully recommend this establishment to all of our readers who want to experience fine dining, and exceptional value. The menu is of simple foods, elegantly prepared. This photo is of chef Yves Robattaile and one of his many delectable creations. Is your life affected by Multiple Sclerosis? The West Kootenay Chapter of the MS Society of Canada is hosting an education session in New Denver on Thursday, July 30. For more information, or to register, please call our office, toll-free, at 1-866-352-3997. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice NAKUSP & THE ARROW LAKES 15 August long weekend: lots to do in Nakusp submitted Splash Mixed Slo-Pitch Tournament and Monday. info call Beth, 265-0024. Contact Tad Derbyshire at tadshire@ On the August long weekend, takes place on the Nakusp ball For information please call • Nakusp Paddling Club’s Fun mac.com for more information. (1st – 3rd) you can lie on the beach and diamonds, Friday through Monday. Ryan at 250-265-9050 or Tina on the Beach, with activities such as • Classic Cars & Country Music do nothing at all, or you can head to Entry Fee $350, guaranteed four 250-265-3626 or email slopitch_ canoe races, rides, jousting and more, at the gazebo, Monday at noon. Free Nakusp for an amazing variety of fun games. Top four teams take home [email protected]. Deadline for on the beach Sunday afternoon. Barb registration, lots of prizes. For more activities to watch or participate in. cash prizes: $1,500, $1,000, $500, entry July 17, 2009. NB: no overflow Chwacka at 265-3053. info please call Joe Williams at (250) • The 23rd Annual Summer $500. Beer gardens Saturday, Sunday camping this year, so please book • Nakusp Has Talent Contest 265-4138. a campground or hotel room. See Sunday evening at the gazebo. Prizes www.nakusparrowlakes.com. will be awarded! More info or to Follow The Reader! • Robertson Memorial United register contact Andrew or Tessa submitted • Christina Nolan will offer Church pancake breakfast on Holden at 265-0012. Nakusp Public Library is offering Reader’s Theatre for children aged 8 Sunday, at the gazebo in the park. • Snowbird Flypast in memory a very exciting program this year. - 13, a drop-in program on Mondays 7:30 to 11 am. Contact Judy Stanley, of Captain Lloyd Waterer, Monday LOMA Children are invited to Follow The and Fridays from 11 to 12:30. This is 265-4136. morning, time TBA. There will be a Reader by signing up for the summer a fun literacy program – no props or • 4th Annual Sandcastle Contest photo contest the day of the flypast BUILDING reading program. staging needed and no memorization Sunday at the public beach. Free with $200 going to the winner; the Children of all ages who join required. The participants read (with contest for all ages and skills, various image will also be framed and sent SUPPLIES this free summer-long program will expression and feeling encouraged) categories and prizes. Building starts to the Snowbirds, the Nakusp Legion receive a reading log and bookmark from prepared scripts. Reader’s at 9 am, bring your sand tools! For and Waterer’s family members. Nakusp, BC to start them on their celebration. Theatre develops fluency and The reading log is a fun way to keep comprehension in a non-threatening these articles to enable the children to 250-265-3681 track of each week of reading and the atmosphere. This program was made A Rotary go to school. • LUMBER books that children read throughout possible by a grant from Healthy minute – Some are orphans. Some have • SIDING the summer. Families of Nakusp. parents who never had the opportunity • INSULATION Each child can receive stickers For more information, contact or Rotary Literacy to learn to read. It costs $80 US to • ROOFING and great prizes. At the end of the drop in to Nakusp Public Library and Rotary International designates provide the articles to send a child to • DRYWALL summer, readers who complete their check out the great website at www. various themes for the months of primary school, and $220 US to send • FLOORING reading log and all seven weeks of kidssrc.ca. All children are most the year and July is Literacy Month. a child to secondary school for one • HARDWARE reading will be eligible to receive a cordially invited to join this year’s Nakusp and area has many programs year. In addition a Rotary Organization • GENERAL PAINT special Summer Reading Club medal Summer Reading Club and Follow and activities that promote literacy, as in Honduras called Alternatives and • PLUMBING in recognition of their achievement. the Reader. a glance at the Rotary web page will Opportunities provides monitoring, • ELECTRICAL indicate. http://www.clubrunner.ca/ tutoring and counseling to the program. • WOOD STOVES dprg/dxprogramhome/_programhome. They also put on programs of basic • WINDOWS/DOORS aspx?did=5080&pageid=27672&s literacy and numeracy for the parents, id=49148. usually single women. So far this • SCAFFOLDING Rotary is also busy throughout year, the Tegucigalpa Market Children • ENGINEERED FLOORS the world in encouraging literacy Program has sponsored 1693 children. • ROOF TRUSSES by donating dictionaries, building Recently, the program has been ‘cloned’ • TOOL RENTALS schools, or providing tutors. The Nakusp and established in three other areas, • AGRICULTURAL FEEDS Rotary Club has partnered with other providing education for another 889 • GARDENING SUPPLIES Rotary Clubs in the Kootenays to children. University is free in Honduras • GREENHOUSE deliver education and literacy to Market so the children can attend if they get OPEN Children in Honduras. This is a program through secondary school. One Market 7 am - 5:30 Weekdays to provide schooling to some of the most Child, now a young adult, is entering 9 am - 5:00 Saturday destitute children in the world. And yet fourth year university this year. The they are the most eager students you will success of this student provides a The Best Lumberyard ever find. School is free, but the children powerful incentive for the other children in the Kootenays cannot attend unless they have uniforms, to finish school. shoes, books, book bags and school We deliver! The Circle of Aboriginal Women and Friends recently hosted the first annual Rotary really does make a Aboriginal Day in Nakusp, hosting fun activities and raising $2,000 for the Nakusp supplies. The Rotary Program supplies difference. Food Bank. Left to right: Ganishka Silverfox-Dann, co-chair of the Circle; Sharon Montgomery, volunteer organizer; Mark Brunton, Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services executive director; Ann Miskulin, food bank co-ordinator. NOTICE OF FIRE RESTRICTIONS DURING THE 2009 MUSIC FEST BY ORDER OF THE NAKUSP FIRE CHIEF FROM 12:00 NOON ON JULY 16, 2009 to NOON ON JULY 20, 2009 THERE WILL BE NO CAMPFIRES ALLOWED (INCLUDING PORTABLE PROPANE UNITS) THIS BAN INCLUDES ALL TYPES OF CANDLES (NO OPEN FLAME) ABSOLUTELY NO FIRE WORKS !!! BBQ AND CAMPSTOVES WILL BE ALLOWED FOR COOKING ONLY ALL VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO BE BLOCKING FIRE HYDRANTS AND FIRE LANES WILL BE TOWED AWAY AT OWNERS EXPENSE. YOUR CO-OPERATION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! 16 VISITOR INFORMATION The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice KASLO & DISTRICT 17 Kaslo hoping to get Katimavik volunteers by Katrine Campbell of Canada. The program is based on project, and then we’ll select from all something needs to get done that would club, the Kaslo childcare society, Kaslo is one of three Kootenay the concept of service learning, which applications enough work for 11 youth. have all 11 work together, that would Kaslo Jazz Etc., the youth centre, and communities in the running for having integrates both personal and professional “The way it usually runs, all are work as well.” the hospital auxiliary. As well, JV a Katimavik crew of volunteers come to development through volunteer work working from 9 to 5, but not necessarily So far, Katimavik has received Humphries principal Dan Miles, a town for a six-month stay. and group life. It focuses on five all for the same organizations. If expressions of intent from the riding Katimavik alumnus, “is keen to bring At a June 25 meeting, about 20 components: developing leadership a project in.” people representing non-profit groups skills, official languages proficiency, When it comes to choosing from came in to hear what Katimavik protecting the environment, cultural the three communities that have applied could offer them. The organization’s discovery and a healthy lifestyle. At the (Rossland and Creston are the other Communications and Development end of the program, each participant two), one of the sticking points could Manager, Sarah Gillett, says “we’ve will have contributed an average of be accommodations. Katimavik rents a asked people to send an intent form if 900 hours of volunteer work – 35 hours home which must house the 11 young they intend to participate, and we’ve a week – for non-profit organizations.” people and their adult supervisor. gotten a really strong response. It looks The members will spend January Although Gillett says they have a like there’s enough opportunity to bring to June 2010 working with non-profit good lead in Kaslo, there is nothing a group of volunteers here.” groups in the community. definite and “finding a house to rent Katimavik offers youth aged 17 “At this stage we’re just collecting will swing the pendulum in favour of to 21 a “six or nine-month journey of intent forms,” says Gillett. “Community that community.” discovery in three different regions partners will apply and propose a work If you missed the meeting but N A your group would like to be involved, UM A contact Gillett at 604-521-0555 ext. 23 L B L AI or [email protected]. The : G A mini loggers sports was arranged for July 2 in Kaslo for special guest, TSN photographer IT D Jason Wessel. Jacob, Matthew and Mitchell Erickson did the underhand chop for the deadline is July 31. RE C camera. 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Members of the Mythmaker troup (Mythmaker.ca) strut their stuff at the first Kaslo Sunday Night Market on July 5. The market is held every Sunday, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, at the straw bale house on the Golf Course Road, and will run from July 5 to September 6. N A

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H submitted If you’d like to help, please P At its last meeting, the Kaslo contact Marion Stewart, 353-2397or Restaurant Community Refugee Project steering Marianne Hobden 353-2840. at the golf course committee gratefully received the first of four carefully crafted quilts Sunday from members of Kaslo Quilters. The quilts will welcome the Columbian BREAKFAST refugee mother and three children who will soon arrive to begin their SPECIALS new lives in Kaslo. • Many Imported Items served from In this private sponsorship, • Freezer Packs 7 am to 1 pm the committee agreed to support • Weekly In-Store Specials $8.95 the family financially for one year • Fresh Meats Cut Daily following their arrival, and donations • Fresh or Frozen Seafood • Patio seating with will be gratefully received. • In-Store Deli Sandwiches to go a spectacular view of • Awesome Cheese Selection • Fresh & Smoked Sausage Kootenay Lake • • Smoked Salmon Lots of new stock arriving daily. Come Restaurant open 7:00 am - • Custom Cutting of Pork & Beef 8:00 pm 7 days a week see us for that special gift you just won’t FULLY LICENCED – OPEN TO find anywhere else! THE PUBLIC

Aya Higashi’s 90th birthday was celebrated at a surprise party at the United Church Hall on July 6. Fifty-five people came out to celebrate this much-loved Kaslo citizen’s birthday. Aya helped to set up the hall, thinking the party was for someone else. Needless to say, she was very surprised! Thank you Valley Voice The only newspaper that tells us what is going on in Enjoy Your Summer! the Kaslo area. The only Alba Botanica & Nature’s Gate newspaper that gives us a Natural Sunscreens and chance to say what we think Buzz Away Insect Repellants about it, free of charge, in Buy one, get one at 25% off Voices from the Valleys. (lower valued item) Paid advertisement by Jane Lynch in support of the Valley Voice 422 Front St., Kaslo, BC • 353-2594 18 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 RDCK board, June 25: Ootischenia Landfill project contract awarded By Jan McMurray Director Shadrack made a the Slocan Valley Threads Guild, • Discretionary grants were to remove snow. He also says that • The contract for the Ootischenia submission on his own accord. One asking that the RDCK partner with approved: Slocan Lake Stewardship during the Water Use Plan process, the Landfill – Cell 1 Site Development of his points was that annual income them in their application to Farm Credit Society $500; Nelson & District objective chosen for recreation was was awarded to OK Excavating, a alone should not form the basis of Canada’s AgriSpirit program. The Chamber of Commerce - Canada Day to target higher reservoir elevations Division of Green Leaf Enterprises farm status, but that soil status and program requires partnership with a Celebrations $200; Perry Ridge Water from May 24 to September 30, but that Ltd., in the amount of $530,829.63 type of agriculture should be taken into local government in order to have the Users Association $1,000; Slocan Lake with ramp upgrades, lower elevations (including GST) commencing June consideration. funds held by an organization that can Dance Camp $350. during that recreation period would be 29, 2009 upon receipt of liability • A letter was received from issue tax receipts. The RDCK agreed Area K – the Arrow acceptable. insurance in the amount of $5 million. MLA Katrine Conroy in support of to the request. Lakes • Discretionary grants were The RDCK received 12 bids for this the mobile abattoir plan to meet the The Threads Guild has applied for • Area K was added to the Unsightly approved: Inonoaklin Recreation project, ranging from $480,641.70 to slaughter needs of meat producers in $6,000 from the AgriSpirit program Property bylaw. Commission $1,000; Nakusp Volunteer $1,570,516.50. the West Kootenay. for its ‘Access Improvement Project,’ • The board received a response Fire Brigade $1,000. • A review of BC’s farm status Area H – the Slocan to make the washroom and entrance to from the Deputy Comptroller of Water Area D – North assessment policy was underway, Valley the building accessible to people with Rights, Pieter Bekker, regarding snow Kootenay Lake and staff was directed to prepare a • The bylaw authorizing the mobility impairments. removal from boat ramps on the Arrow • The appointment of Sean submission to the Farm Assessment borrowing of up to $103,000 for the • As recommended by the Slocan Lakes reservoir, to ensure year-round Hennessy from Argenta to the Area Review Panel. South Slocan water system upgrade Valley Economic Development access. Bekker states that the decision D Advisory Planning Commission was adopted. Commission, a grant from the SVEDC made under clause m of the storage was rescinded, and Corol Wightt was • The Area H North OCP bylaw budget of $840 was approved for licence for the reservoir focused on the appointed as the Argenta representative received second and third readings. International Selkirk Loop signage on refurbishment of a number of existing on the APC for the term ending • The bylaw to establish the Rosebery the Silvery Slocan Super Side Trip. ramps and did not provide direction December 31, 2011. WOOD PRESERVERS LTD. Parklands and Trail Commission was adopted. The commission will BUYERS OF CEDAR VSSM’s silent auction needs donations manage the Rosebery to Three Forks submitted donations of auction items until weekend for two at a B&B, and so on. & PINE POLES Regional Trail and Rosebery Parklands The Valhalla Fine Arts Society’s August 7. This is a unique opportunity Traditional monetary donations are Mike Casey cell 344-8477 Regional Park. The commission will Hands on for the Arts silent auction to support an outstanding cultural also accepted. Offering planning, management have 13 members: the RDCK directors will celebrate its 7th anniversary this program and possibly win a wonderful If you would like to donate, and sales for Woodlot Licences representing Area H, Slocan, Silverton and Private Land Owners. August in conjunction with the 2009 piece of art. The committee invites you please fill out a donor forms online and New Denver; five members to be Valhalla Summer School of Music. to bring some form of art or service www.valhallafinearts.org or contact P.O. Box 4, recommended by the Area H director; This year, Hands on for the Arts will be that you’d like to donate to the Valhalla Katharine Dickerson at 250-358-2427 Brisco, B.C. V0A 1B0 one member to be recommended by held at a new, more convenient venue Summer School of Music. for more information. each of the Slocan, Silverton, New at the Silverton Gallery. Items to donate could be a All donors will receive a Phone (250) 346-3315 Denver directors; and one member Fax (250) 346-3218 The silent auction kicks off with photograph, painting, CD, weaving, complimentary ticket to the week’s to be recommended by the Rosebery an opening reception on Sunday, special book, jewelry, painted clothing, Evening Concert Series and will also TOLL FREE 1-866-346-3315 Parklands Development Society. August 9 at 7:30 pm. The community sculpture, wooden carving, or a be issued a society donation tax receipt. • The board received a letter from is invited to view the items up for bid Public invited for desserts and discussion on community garden Stone Massage • Deep Tissue from August 9 to 13. Bids will close submitted Before submitting her project Salt Glows • Mud Wraps & More Thursday, August 13 at 5 pm. These On Monday July 20, from 7:30 report to council, Yates wishes to make items are a unique collection of art, to 9:30 pm, New Denver’s Knox Hall herself available for discussion and to creations and services, donated by will be open to one and all for a night receive some final feedback from the artists, businesses and individuals, for of gardens, landfills, and desserts. community. The evening will begin with viewing, wearing, listening, reading The evening will be hosted by UBC a PowerPoint presentation of the project or enjoying. Proceeds go towards the Susan L. Yurychuk • 16 Years Experience student Dru Yates, who has been living methods and findings, followed by a Valhalla Fine Arts Society, a local and studying in New Denver for the question-and-answer period and brief organization that has been offering summer. Yates is concluding a research discussion of where to go from here. 250-358-6804 quality arts programs to children and www.smarthealth.usana.com project assessing the suitability of the This event is a ‘dessert potluck’ (coffee By Appointment Only • New Denver adults for 11 years. decommissioned landfill on Denver and tea provided), so don’t eat too much The Hands on for the Arts Siding as a potential community garden for dinner and bring a sampling of your fundraising committee is accepting space. favourite dessert to share!

Celebrating Lorna Obermayr The friends and family of Lorna Obermayr are proud to present a celebration of Lorna’s life and art in New Denver July 29 through Aug 7, 2009. The celebration will include exhibits of Lorna’s work at the Hidden Garden Gallery, July 29-Aug 3, and the Silverton Gallery, July 31-Aug 7. Additional work will comprise a New Denver art-walk, with pieces on display at Villa Dome Quixote, Sweet Dreams Guesthouse, and numerous locations in between. The exhibits will include paintings, drawings, paper pieces, photographs, prints, and inimitable mixed media icons, shrines, and artifacts spanning Lorna’s long and variegated career. Selected pieces will be offered for sale, with proceeds to go to the Lorna Foundation.

Silverton Gallery opening Friday, July 31, 7-9 PM.

Memorial celebration, Bosun Hall, New Denver, Saturday August 1, beginning at 2 p.m. Pot luck and music to follow. July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice LIVING 19 Get Outta Town Point are seeing plenty of visitors. south-facing cove, large flat area or maintained by the Forest Service. this up as a regional park and forget Depending on how good road access of trees and a dramatic wrinkled- There are lots of similar places in the the effort to make Sandon a new is, some locations get very heavy looking cliff face just above. Best, Kootenays where there is no clear regional park since the politics up with use or abuse, but Bannock Point is though, is the long series of smooth program of regular management and there are so poisoned and confusing Peter somewhat distinct in that you get rock hummocks and rounded these places sometimes get pretty anyhow. The user season at Bannock Roulston there either by water or from foot outcroppings that are great to sit on trashy-looking and then some other is at least eight months long, double trail off the end of a road. or dive off of on hot days. Picnics, user group may leave it all looking that of Sandon, and upkeep could be Bannock Point has historic camping, swimming and even nude better than ever. Urban areas with done with the same formula applied Thoughts of relevance, as it was the first safe place suntanning are traditions here. these patterns always seem to end to Bigelow Bay Regional Park in Bannock Point to land a boat north of Enterprise When I was living up in Nakusp I up being gated, or access roads New Denver. (Well then, that oughta This is the busy season for the Creek after several kilometres of cliff often went to Box Lake and St. Leon removed, as happened at the beach enrage the sentiments of a few local entire Kootenay region and favourite and bluff shoreline. Geologically it hot springs, which are also public use on Arrow Lake at both St. Leon and historians.) places of ours such as Bannock is very appealing with the sheltered areas despite being privately owned Morton’s Ranch. For now, though, the efforts Anyhow, I was talking with a of the Slocan Integral Forestry can suspect poor tire balance. This to get to a better source. local from Silverton who goes to the Co-op (SIFCo), the Red Mountain will have a profound effect on tire Be sure all your maintenance Bannock Point area regularly all year Residents’ Association and the wear on a long trip. schedule items have been addressed. ’round and we agreed that some odd Lake Stewardship people should Has your oil been changed lately? In my case, I had to replace the timing sloppy campers can make it tough be applauded, and for sure any with Jamie Barber Is the level right up to scratch? belt. I threw in a new water pump for all, but that the place still seems one of us attending Bannock Point Remember that older vehicles with and belt idling rollers while I was at pretty wonderful. One big concern can make an effort to discourage Maintenance tips more than 150,000 km should be it. You should find this maintenance would be if Highways decided to unthinking campers or partiers I thought I should get at my using heavier grades of oil, especially schedule in your owner’s manual – if gate the road to Bannock via the – and it’s always an idea to note column a bit early this week, as I have when the weather is hot. In some not, check the internet. Look at the gravel pit but it may be a good idea down vehicle descriptions and to get ready to motor to Manitoba in extreme cases, I’ll even recommend condition of all your fan belts. There to close off that last segment of steep licence plates if you meet some real a few days. My 84-year-old mother is 20-50 oil, but you should at least be is nothing that spoils your day more dead-end road beyond the pit. That critters there. We all prefer not being not doing too well and I have to spend using 15-40. than having to look for some obscure would change the 10-minute walk to strictly supervised and monitored so a month or so with her while we clear Look at the level of your cooling belt in a place like Manyberries, 20 minutes and reduce the amount of perhaps more attention and action by out the house she has lived in for the fluid. If you haven’t changed it within Saskatchewan. stuff being lugged down there. concerned witnesses could be useful. past 50 years. the year, do so before you leave. Do you have the right tire changing This same local said that the I didn’t actually get to Bannock For this chore, I need my truck. Simply drain the old fluid out and tools on hand? Have you stashed away chalked graffiti on some rocks there to look around before writing this Now you should understand that my replace with fresh antifreeze and at least a few rudimentary tools to is “artwork” from a school group because the evening I powerboated old Toyota is approaching the 20-year water. A lot of people don’t know repair things if you need to? If you that has gone there each year, which down to camp over was too rough to mark, so I have to be a bit particular in how important this is. Old antifreeze are mechanically challenged, be sure is disgusting if true, but I’ll try to land the boat due to the south wind, preparations for the journey. As many breaks down and leaves corrosion to include a cell phone and BCAA see if there’s any truth to that…The so I ended up only scoping things out of you may be heading out onto the to plug up cooling passages. Stuck coverage. The one thing that people trees cut down and stacked may be from the water before zipping over motorways this summer, I thought it thermostats leading to overheating often neglect is to have a spare key some safety measures taken by the to Nemo Creek to drop my anchor. might be a good time to mention a are a direct result of not replacing this hidden somewhere where you can get Forest Service, since they actually Three tidy tents dotted the shore and few tips that will keep some of the fluid on a regular basis. at it when you lock yourself out. We have tenure here. It would be good if two kayaks bobbled about while a gremlins at bay. While you are there, note the experienced this two summers ago camping could be pulled back from lone dog watched from the rocks. Make sure you have good tires, condition of all radiator hoses. There when a German family was stuck for the waterside because anyone going Still seems pretty blissful to me. Peter Roulston owns the Bicycle and that includes your spare. Check is a new product on the market that is a whole day up at Anahim Lake. The there for a picnic or stroll has to Hospital in New Denver and has the pressure in all of them. If you available at just about any auto parts keys were locked in and they had to navigate through these various little eaten bannock but thought it tasted aren’t familiar with the recommended store. It’s called Rescue Tape and it wait for 10 hours until rescue arrived gypsy campsites. pretty plain. 250-358-2133. pressures, check in the owner’s is fantastic for in-the-field repairs on from Williams Lake. Maybe the approach is to set manual or on the sticker that is just blown radiator hoses. It is simple to I’m looking forward to my inside the driver’s doorpost. Believe apply and holds pressure even when Manitoba visit. Although my mom WHAT ABOUT BIKE RENTALS? it or not, just a few PSI one way or hot. Throw a roll in your toolbox. is going through some changes in Although I’ve sold and repaired bicycles for 17 years, I the other can affect gas mileage and Remember that you can always use her life, it will be good for me to go generally avoid renting bikes except to people that I already premature tire wear. If you have a your window washing fluid as an back and reconnect with friends I know and trust. HOWEVER, I have three small recreational slight shimmy in your steering wheel emergency cooling fluid if you are haven’t seen much of since my high kayaks that are fun, safe and easy to use and I’ll rent them when you approach high speeds, you stuck out in the boondocks and have school days. complete with gear and a short lesson. Half days $25, Full days $40, Two days $60. they just stay somewhere long enough in all the food, medicine and visiting Phone or stop by when I’m open to see them. Belonging to a and the earth grows up around them.” we can before winter. The farmers’ place To belong takes time. I have group, which sponsors this column, with Kate Guthrie that, though I sometimes forget. To has dwindled until August. Everyone New Denver 358-2133 Fridays, Saturdays 10-6 pm This weekend my partner and I belong takes intention, focus. There is busy at home! For over a month moved onto the bit of land that our are ample distractions from the heart the farmers’ markets have been full family bought in Winlaw. What a of life – someone else’s shinier and of lettuce and the first fruits. July will feeling, to move for the last time! faster style, exotic foods that are easy be fuller, more farmers, more food. What a feeling, that first night, lying to buy and media with no relation to The land is offering us what we in our tent and hoping for all that will my reality. need, as we need it. It takes a lot of come. I notice things – the wild cherry For years now I have been gently work and a lot of focus, but we can trees bursting with warm, sweet fruit, culling these distractions. There have live well in these valleys, embrace the young buck who sleeps under been times of struggle and rebellion our remoteness and be honest about them, how rain water travels down when I was pushing myself too how we want to live, where and with the hill – and wonder how long they hard. Extremism and denial are not whom we want to belong. have been this way. sustainable for me. What’s needed This column is hosted by the I was sick this weekend, probably now is honesty, clarity, forgiveness. Slocan River Farmers’ Society (SRFS). from the stress of moving, so I lay No rules. Just clear vision: I intend to The group’s mission is “to support in the shade and watched the land. belong here. Belonging means this to and expand an ecological, thriving I began to know life here. Began, I me. And then I live this. and valuable farming community hope, to belong. What does it mean Summer can feel like a big push, in the Slocan River valley.” For to belong to a place? For my young as gardens begin to burst and the more information, contact Dustin generation, who can travel around days heat up and we want to bring Demontigny at 226-7139. the world and grew with the internet, this is a crucial question. ‘Belonging’ is what can motivate me to make Exhibit difficult choices – to walk instead of extended to drive, to spend time outside in the July 19! snow, to primarily eat food that I and my neighbours grow and raise. To belong in a place is to know Kathy L. Tilden it – to identify with that place as one from July 22 to August 9 does with family. Like new friends, Open Wed. - Sun. 12:30 - 4 pm I sense the potential and I need to be patient. A native man once told me, “People don’t put roots in the ground, 20 CLASSIFIED ADS The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 A uTOmoTIve artists), July 15 - Aug 2; Opening Reception OPENING ARTIST RECEPTION fishing, activities nearby. Single $25/ H eLP wANTED Wed, July 15th 6 - 8 pm. Gallery Hours: – Brent Bukowski’s “FLOW” at the HAVE YOU UN-MET night; Double $30. For reservations, call THE WINDSOR HOTEL in Trout Lake 12-4 Wed – Sun. [email protected]. Langham, Friday, July 17, 7:00-9:00 pm. TRANSPORTATION NEEDS? Kaslo 250-358-2707. is looking for staff. Accommodation can be ARTISTS IN ACTION, a masters/ Branch, Nelson Carshare Co-op is your CREATIVE ARTS IN THE PARK (New Fr o sALE provided. Contact Andrea @ 250-369-2244 mentorship visual arts program sponsored answer. Free gas, insurance, repairs & Denver): Summer fun for parents and JULY SPECIAL!!! Quality firewood or @ [email protected]. by the Langham has, due to unforeseen vehicle replacement. Info 250-509-2002 children ages 0-6. 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Hydraulic angling, auto touch, connects/ C fTaRD o hanks with Marcy; Aug. 27: Waldorf storytime ALL AGED CHILDREN are invited Music disconnects in seconds. 250-265-4207. THERESA AND WAYNE GEROW and with Lila. Info: Terri 358-2521. to join the Summer Reading Club at the FLOTATION DEVICE - new CD BONAIRE TENT TRAILER. $ 150 family would like to thank everyone for T H E F R A N C O P H O N E Nakusp Public Library! Children aged 8 - by GARBANZO featuring dialectric OBO. Propane stove and furnace. Icebox. their 50th Wedding Anniversary wishes. It ASSOCIATION’S traveling library 13 are invited to Reader’s Theatre Monday earth-groove / dub-factor transambience Needs new canvas sides. Nakusp BC. 403- was a truly memorable celebration of family (bibliobus) will be in New Denver, next to and Fridays from 11 -12:30. It’s all free and / straw-monkey vocals / river-reed and friends at the Silverton Gallery on July it’s all fun! For more info: Nakusp Library 804-3093. tectonics. Available at Raven’s Nest the Friday market site, on Friday July 17 G aRAGE sALE 3, 2009. Thank you all, God bless. from 11 am till 1:00 pm; Friday July 17 in 265-3363. Check it out! Gallery, Jennie’s Book Garden, Pack Rat C omiNG events Nakusp at Studio Connexion, 203 5th Ave, SUNDAY, AUGUST 23. A Celebration of SALE JULY 25; 11:00 am no early birds; at Annie’s, or at cdbaby.com/cd/garbanzo2. NEW DENVER FRIDAY MARKET from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. In Kaslo on Thursday, Local Abundance, aka 100 Mile Market/ Walter’s and Hillie’s place, 124 Lake Ave., N oTICES happens every Friday, June through July 23, Potluck at Vimy Park from 5:00 to Emporium and Potluck, at the Vallican Silverton, Walter and Arlene, too. Major FOR INFORMATION ON AA OR September, 10 am to 2 pm. Locally grown 7:00 pm. Come borrow books, videos, CDs Whole. Starts at 2:30, supper at 6:15. Buy, downsizing, lots of things, some very good ALANON MEETINGS contact Therese produce, flowers and herbs with a unique and replenish your supply of maple syrup sell, trade, give away. Info: 226-7730. and unusual. Antique round oak table with 358-7904; John 265-4924; Tonio 358-7158; selection of Kootenay artisans wares. Info: and maple butter. KEEP THE BEAT, Wednesday, July leaf; antique genuine roll top desk, Nordic Dave 353-2658; Joan 355-2805; Dan 359- 250-358-7733. HIDDEN GARDEN GALLERY: Patrizia 29, noon to 10 pm at Nelson’s Lakeside Row rowing machine, five string long neck 7817; Bill 226-7705. WINLAW FARMERS’ MARKET, Menton’s photo show “Blue” July 15-20. Park. This festival is put on every summer banjo with hard case; bunk bed with bottom O bITUARy Sundays 10 – 2. Opens May 31. Vendors Opening with Howard Bearham July 15, entirely by youth to raise funds for Warchild folds out to double bed, single bed with very STEPHEN E. EDGE - It is with great wanted, call Kim 226-7862 or Sam 226- 7-9. Judy Wapp’s Collages July 22-27. Canada. good mattress and bedding, garden tools, sadness that we must announce the passing 6942. Opening with Mountain Music String Fr o rENT deck table and chairs, hand tools, camping of Stephen E. Edge of Brantford, Ont. on NEW DENVER STREET FAIR, ninth Quartet July 22, 7-9. All welcome! gear, lots more! July 02, 2009 in Toronto, Ont. Survived NEW DENVER, 811 Kildare Street. 3 H eALTH annual, Sunday July 26, 8 am – 3 pm, Main The Langham’s Theatre Arts bed, 2 bath. Centrally located near lake and by his mother Jeanne of New Denver, BC St., New Denver. For space rental contact Program with local thespian, Lynn school. Available immediately. $850/month YOGA AT THE DOMES - Starting June and his brothers John & Lloyd and sister Joan 250-352-3788. van Deursen, takes place on August 15 + util. References required. 250-358-7986. 6th yoga will resume on Saturday mornings Susan, all of Brantford, and many nieces CANNING WITH JUDI MORTON. Sun. and 16 from 12:30-4:30 daily. Explore SPACIOUS TWO-BDRM SUITE in 9:00 - 10:30. Everyone is welcome to this and nephews. Predeceased by his father July 26, 2:00 pm at the Vallican Whole. voice, movement, improv and scene work Silverton on main floor of duplex, 616 Flow class - easy postures inviting the body Ray Greentree and his step-father Charles Info: 226-7100. Sign up: 226-7957. $15/1, with fellow acting enthusiasts. This is your Hunter Street. Quiet area, one minute to open up and release its energy. Otherwise Edge. He will be missed. $25/2. opportunity to experience the incredible to lakeshore. All facilities, excellent Yoga remains the same - Monday morning P eTS GET YOUR TALENTS READY - 2nd atmosphere of the Langham theatre while woodstove, covered parking. $580/mo. Flow 9-10:30 and Thursday afternoon FROG PEAK PET RESORT – brand Annual Nakusp Has Talent Contest, Sunday honing your own theatrical skills. This N/S, N/P. Available August 15, 2009. Call Restorative 3:30 - 5:00. Open to all levels new facility – five indoor/outdoor evening, August 2nd in the Gazebo. Prizes workshop is oriented to adult participants Ernst Gerwig, 1-250-358-2283. all the time. Look forward to seeing you kennels. 2-acre, fenced adventure will be awarded! Info and registration at (18+). The weekend will wrap up with there! Madeleine (2475). park. On leash excursions. Owner AFFORDABLE GETAWAY in shared FULL SPECTRUM BODY WORK 265-0012 (Andrew & Tessa Holden). a ‘mix and mingle’ get together with the experienced vet assistant. 250-226-7660. accommodation off Red Mountain Road/ offers deep tissue and stress reduction ALFA GUILD GALLERY incoming visual arts workshop participants. [email protected] (Nakusp) in Silverton, log home on acreage. 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Slocan Health Clinic - Thursdays our communities 24-hour Fax 265-4808 Call 358-7218 for details • email: [email protected] 250-358-2364 • Mobile & Office [email protected] Broadway St. Nakusp 22 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Community groups can ‘pull together’ for cash submitted Any interested community Previous participants have included How does it work? Fill out If everyone pulls together, our Tansy, yellow flag iris, Scotch members in volunteer societies or Streamkeepers, garden and trail the application form at www. community and environment will broom, teasel, policeman’s helmet – groups can become involved in clubs, rod and gun clubs, community kootenayweeds.com and send it in stay strong and healthy! and the list goes on. Not a shopping the CKIPC Communities Pulling service, arts groups and church to the Central Kootenay Invasive Support for the Community list, or a roll call, or a recipe for a Together initiative. This program groups. It’s a wonderful way to Plant Committee. We will be in touch Pulling Together program comes magic potion, these resilient, foreign encourages community groups to promote stewardship, encourage a with you once we have found a high from the Columbia Basin Trust, interlopers squeeze out our valuable, become local stewards through family activity, and raise money for priority site that matches your local Fortis BC and the Fish and Wildlife native plants in the competition for the control of invasive plants at a your community group. interests. Compensation Program. water, soil, and light. high priority site. In recognition of So what do we do in the fight your group’s efforts, the Committee against these plants that are taking provides you with a $250 honorarium over? The Central Kootenay Invasive for your efforts, as well as gifts and Plant Committee (CKIPC) says: refreshments. “PULL!” Anyone can become involved. Nakusp Taxi starts up in time for Music Fest by Jan McMurray goods from local businesses as well Nakusp and area now has a taxi as regular taxi service. service. Run by Jim Sharp, Nakusp “We’ll deliver cigarettes, take- Taxi offers pick-up and delivery of out food, auto parts – whatever you need, just let the local business know and we’ll pick up and deliver,” said Nakusp Taxi Sharp. He also delivers alcoholic beverages until 11 pm. 250-265-8222 The fleet consists of three Pick up and Delivery seven-passenger vans. Hours of Let us get it for you operation are usually noon to 2 or • Auto parts • Groceries 3 am, but hours will be extended • Pharmacy • Cigarettes for the Nakusp Music Festival • Take out food weekend and for any other local Just let your local business know your needs events. and we will deliver them to you. Call Nakusp Taxi at 250-265- An astounding amount of rusty old metal was taken to the transfer station last Saturday after Rosebery Parklands Alcoholic beverages until 11:00 pm 8222. Development Society members got together to comb the forested area of the park for junk left behind over the years. BUSINESS DIRECTORY CONSTRUCTION • HOME • GARDEN EQUIPMENT RENTAL HALL LUMBER COMPLETE SALES SERVICE AND & BUILDING SUPPLIES COLES RENTALS Open Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat HEATERS (PROPANE & ELECTRIC) INSTALLATION 10 am to 5 pm PLATE TAMPERS, JUMPING JACKS, REBAR • Registered Septic System PHONE 250-269-0043 YOUR VALLEY COMFORT AND BLAZE KING DEALER designer and installer • BENDER JACKHAMMERS, HAMMER DRILLS, SPECIALIZING IN WOOD/ELECTRIC, WOOD/OIL AND Find us at 280 Lower Inonoaklin Rd. 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MANCIA CONSTRUCTION • PO BOX 97 • for details For your free estimate, Call for details NAKUSP, BC • V0G 1R0 • PHONE: 250-265-4525 Curtis Roe at 250-265-9087 July 15, 2009 The Valley Voice COMMUNITY 23 Littlefest features alternative mountain music, July 25 submitted Mountain Gospel Choir, United lots of shade, bonfire and free disappointment. and then Little Slocan Forest Service The fourth annual Littlefest takes Steelworkers of Montreal, Frazey camping. Car camping is permitted The lodge is located 6.5 km Road. Visit littleslocanlodge.com for place on Saturday, July 25 at Little Ford (from The Be Good Tanyas) & in the lot while tent campers can from Slocan, up Gravel Pit Road more info. Slocan Lodge. The one-day outdoor Ora Cogan, The Pasties, The Cave walk their gear in closer to the action. 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Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir is one of the nine performances at this year’s Littlefest, July 25.

Judy Wapp Global Gift Inspiring Arts shows at the Discoveries & Crafts Hidden Garden Gallery submitted Judy Wapp’s show of collage will be at the gallery July 22-27. The opening 318 Broadway St. Nakusp, BC 265-3288 reception is Wednesday, July 22 from GREENWOOD STABLES 7-9, with music by the Mountain Music Ron Greenwood, Prop String Quartet featuring Calgary’s CALL FOR PROPOSALS: Professional Backhoe Operator Aidan Dugan on oboe. All are welcome The Slocan Valley Seniors’ Housing Society (SVSHS) is now and refreshments will be served. Services offered: accepting proposals for a four-month contract to manage the The 20 pieces in this show were • Landscaping • Small stump removal Slocan Valley Housing Opportunities Measurement Evaluation produced while Judy was artist-in- • Trenching • Waterlines (SV-HOME). This project involves conducting a feasibility study residence at Nelson’s Oxygen Arts • Grading • Fencing • Landscaping ...and more to identify and assess opportunities for affordable/low income Centre this past January and February. housing for seniors, families, and individuals with limited income “Collage,” Judy says, “is a 20th RR#1 Site 1 Comp 11 in the Slocan Valley, and making recommendations for future New Denver, BC V0G1S0 century art form, which became very action. The study will include a public consultation process popular in the 1960s.” During that to gather input from key stakeholders. The contract begins decade Judy was studying at the famous Leave message at 250-551-2155 August 1 and a final report will be expected by November 30. Art School League in New York City The contractor will report regularly to the SVSHS Housing where she received a fellowship to study art, travel and paint. Planning Committee. It was while in Spain that she Specific tasks will include: began to experiment with the collage technique. Picasso, one of the first • Collect and analyze existing demographic information on proponents of collage, glued wine housing needs, income levels, family size, etc. for the labels, newsprint clippings, wallpaper Slocan Valley pieces, ticket stubs and the like on to • Create an inventory of available sites, including land and his canvasses with great effect. structures Wapp was born and raised in • Gather a listing of potential funding sources for housing Minnesota and has made the Kootenays projects and further consultation efforts her home for many years. She and her • Gather and synthesize information on regional housing efforts partner, David Everest, mainstays of which may have an impact on Slocan Valley efforts Kootenay Co-op Radio, now reside part • Coordinate with existing committees, groups, or organizations of the time right here in New Denver. working on housing issues Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity • Develop and implement a public consultation process, to meet the artist, see her intriguing to include a minimum of two public meetings, using a work and enjoy a great musical event. “scenario-based” approach. • Develop recommendations for preferred options and future actions The successful contractor will have experience in research, Quiet and convenient information analysis, and public consultation, and will provide downtown location with a their own office, phone, internet and transportation. Applicants view of Arrow Lake should submit their proposal, including references and an Office example of similar work, by noon on July 22, 2009, to the Prima Materia Slocan Valley Seniors’ Housing Society, svseniorshousing@ 318 Broadway Nakusp, BC netidea.com , or Site 18A, Comp 11, RR 1, Winlaw, BC V0G Phone: (250) 265-3288 2J0. For more information, contact Sally Mackenzie at 250- Email: [email protected] 359-7984. Website: www.casamandala.ca 24 COMMUNITY The Valley Voice July 15, 2009 Slocan Valley’s Whole School bids for survival submitted is structured as a parent-teacher run long way to go to reach the target. beyond what could be achieved with a School is also a registered charity The Whole School, BC’s oldest, co-operative with an elected board of “For years the Whole School has mere cash tuition. Our published policy and non-profit society and we will be non-aligned, alternative independent directors. attracted new, young families to move has been that we never turn away a child happy to provide tax receipts to our school, is asking for donations so that The Whole School’s staff and board into the area, adding to the growth based on their financial situation.” supporters.” it can buy a new school house central to of directors are confident that they will and diversity of our community,” says The Whole School is a vibrant, Cash donations may be submitted the Slocan Valley community it serves. meet their initial goal of $100,000. project co-ordinator and spokesperson contributing member of the local to the Heritage Credit Union, Slocan The Whole School educates children Some donations have already been Jane Medlar, who has been part of the community, and has been involved Park Branch, Account #710019919, from kindergarten to grade seven and gratefully received, but there is still a staff at the Whole School for over six in projects like food bank drives, Transit #19020-809. Cheques or money years. “Our families are extremely environmental rehabilitation, and artist orders made out to “The Whole School dedicated to keeping the Whole School residencies that strengthen student/ Build a Legacy Campaign” may be open for their children.” community co-operation. mailed to The Whole School at RR For over 35 years, the Whole School The Whole School needs a new 1, Site 3, Comp 4, Winlaw, BC V0G has served as a cutting edge model for home to continue providing a learning 2J0. All gift donations over $20 are tax Retallack’s restaurant boasts a large vibrant, open the public and private systems. Today, environment for the children who rely deductible. A tax receipt will be mailed air dining room and patio which overlooks the Kaslo the Whole School leads the way with on it as a source of quality education out to donors upon request. River. We implore you to join Chef Yves Robattaile and enjoy one of his many holistic, child-centered, personalized and a social network of friends, family The Whole School thanks donors delectable creations. education with extensive parental and role models. for joining in the efforts to establish involvement that, as the school’s “We’ve put in an offer on a building a permanent home for the school and Located in between Kaslo mission statement shows, enriches the that is perfectly situated and has lots assures that no donation is too small. and New Denver on Highway 31A. “social, emotional, spiritual, physical of potential to meet our needs,” says Watch for future fundraising events and intellectual growth of every child.” Medlar. “To buy that building, we have sponsored by the Whole School. As a Ministry of Education certified created a fundraising package which For more information, contact Jane independent school, with BC certified includes a ‘Build a Legacy’ account Medlar by phone at 250-226-7737, or teachers, the Whole School follows the for donations to the school. The Whole by e-mail at [email protected]. BC curriculum with an added emphasis on artistic expression, environmental stewardship, experiential learning and social justice. As one of only a small handful of BC independent schools not aligned with religious or philosophical doctrines, the Whole School’s approach is unique because it transcends the stereotypes of private schools for the wealthy, says Medlar. “We set aside funds every year to make our education accessible to families who want to participate,” she says. “Many families contribute with Some of the Whole School children this year. Front Row: Vaelin O’Sidhe, Torin Graham, Zack their time and energy in ways that Harvey, Noah McBriar, Hannah Swetland and Okoyo Johnson-Waller. Second Row: Mahina Taylor, invariably enrich the school program Oriah Fitzpatrick, Zohara Hatfield, Maeve Carpio, Conrad Swetland, India Ireland, Shanti Khalsa, Talel McBriar. Back row: Emma Swetland, Leila Derias, Raven Ireland, Carlos Berger, Teja Legare Rafe Mair coming to Nelson to join Glacier/Howser fight submitted the controversial Glacier/Howser even though diverse stakeholders Save Our Rivers spokesperson private power project located north asked for a meeting to be held in and former Socred Environment of Kaslo. the central Kootenay community. Minister Rafe Mair will be in Nelson “The protection of rivers and After hearing from local government on July 15 for a meeting sponsored creeks brings people from all walks officials, tourism operators, by MLA Michelle Mungall on of life together,” said Mungall. “The recreational hunters and fishermen Campbell government should take Mungall decided to hold a public notice and start listening to them. forum to address their concerns. People of British Columbia will not More than 1,000 people showed stand idly by while Gordon Campbell up in the tiny community of Kaslo to parcels out our wilderness and our speak out against the project. waterways to private interests.” “I’m looking forward to Mungall says the fact that Rafe joining with Rafe Mair, Joe Foy Mair is joining with New Democrats of the Western Canada Wilderness in the fight to protect the province’s Committee, and the people of this rivers and creeks shows that the BC region at an informative meeting next Liberal government’s sell-off of Wednesday,” said Mungall. “This is watersheds and wilderness areas is our chance to send a strong message an issue that cuts across party lines. to the Campbell government. We will “This battle cuts right to the not be ignored.” heart of what it means to be a Carole James and the New British Columbian,” said Mungall. Democrats are calling for a “If Gordon Campbell doesn’t moratorium on new private power start listening to the people of this projects until the Province has province he is going to have a real a plan in place that protects the fight on his hands.” environment, and puts the public The proponent, AXOR, the good above private profit. Environmental Assessment Office The meeting will be held in and the environment minister all Nelson at 7 pm on July 15 at the refused to hold a meeting in Nelson, Prestige Lakeside Inn.