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On August 24, an emergency containment pond at the Coalmont Energy Corporation Coal Mine was breached, sending approximately 6500 gallons of coal slurry into the Tulameen River.

The next morning, residents of Coalmont began to notice that the river was turning black, raising much concern about the water supply and the health of fish and the Tulameen River.

On the 28 of August, a public service announcement was released from Interior Health stating that, “Interior Health wishes to advise areas residents that there is little or no impact to drinking water sources in the Coalmont and Tulameen areas as a result of the recent tailings spill breach from the Basin Coal Mine.”

On Friday, August 30 Coalmont Energy Corporation hosted a public information session at the Tulameen Community Hall.

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Returning home for a one night stop during the Canadian tour of new album, American Fiction, is Pat LePoidevin.

LePoidevin is a Princeton grown, singer-songwriter, musi-cian who has just debut his forth album. He will introduce the latest to locals at the Riverside Center on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7 p.m., tickets are $10 at the door.

Along with his vocal talent, LePoidevin uses a looper pedal to ‘create a blend of sound using guitar, ukuleles, percussion and violin.’

If you have not had the opportunity to hear the incredible voice of this talented young man take the time to do so. Check him out (Pat LePoidevin) on youtube.com, music.cbc.ca/#/art-ists/Pat-LePoidevin or one of his latest at www.pigeonrow.com/pat-lepoidevin-american-fiction/.

Returning home with LePoidevin is his childhood friend Lewis Smith. The two joined forces while LePoidevin was researching his American heritage. (He is the son of an American born artist.) Together, the two wrote about ‘small American towns, drawing inspiration from their own experiences in rural

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One night stop on Canadian tourTavin Gibson won the first place in the 48th Annual Agricultural Fair Bike Parade in the boys division. His little sister, Jazlyn Gibson took first place in the girls division. See more fair results on page 10 in this edition of The Similkameen Spotlight.

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1948 - 2013Celebrating 65 years!

ArtsGARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

ARTS COUNCIL: Meets the third Wednesday of the month. 4:30 p.m. @ the Riverside Centre. En-quiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome!

BUNCHGRASS QUILTERSMeet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250-295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511

PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO:Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250-295-0527

PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY:The Princeton Traditional Music So-ciety puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010

Community:INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION?For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new begin-ning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250-295-3541. Let us get a group going to the advantage of all.

PRINCETON LIBRARY:Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES:New members are encouraged to join us for an exciting new year.

WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866-856-8442

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY:Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open ev-ery Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave.

HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come.

SENIORS BRANCH #30POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest.

MEMBERS ONLYPOOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Se-nior’s Centre. 10:00 am

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refresh-ments included. Everyone welcome.

VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m.

SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Ar-nie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information.

LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLECOUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.

PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060

JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN:New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels” attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250-295-6727

CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services.

MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE:@ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250-295-0171

HealthPRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall.

PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN:If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 orDel 250-295-3266

TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Cen-tre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. [email protected]

CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anony-mous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS:Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING:Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Cen-tral Referral @1-604-688-1716

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

Club Notes:FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER:Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more infor-mation, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174Princeton, BC V0X 1W0

PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m.

ROYAL PURPLE:Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.

ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sun-day, 2 PM.

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.

PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.

PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m.

SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Cham-ber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 [email protected]

HEDLEY MUSEUM:General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum

THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB:INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m.. every Wednes-day at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.

VERMILION FORKS FIELDNATURALISTS:Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome.

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME:Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.

VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY:Meets at the Chamber Basement every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact [email protected] New Members welcome!

PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the Princeton Library Conference Room. New Members wel-come!

PRINCETON FISH & GAME:General meetings 2nd Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134

PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION:Meets the Princeton Library Conference Room on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. New Members welcome!

PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION:Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Princeton Library Conference Room at 6:30 p.m. New Members are most welcome!

PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB:Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heart-land Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome!

COPPERHILL LANES:YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information.

SPECIAL “O” BOARD;Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time.

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438

LAPIDARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB:Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome!

PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND:Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room.New musicians welcome!

YouthGIRL GUIDES OF CANADA:Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085

PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY:Lori Gullison 250-295-3977

SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374

PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544

PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB:Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113

KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB:Lindsay: 250-295-0759

PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (Pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

PRINCETON RODEO CLUB: Cattle penning, team sorting practices and fun nights: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at River Rock Ranch Estates for the summer months. For more information please call 250-295-6977 (days) or evenings at 250-295-3981.

CHRISTMAS LIGHT UP COMMIT-TEE: Next meeting Sept, 5 at 7:00 p.m., in the Chamber Boardroom. (Never to early to start to plan!) Volunteers wel-come to join, bring your ideas!

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First Order of Business – Another huge thank you!

No Billets, No Hockey team. That was a huge concern one week before main camp.

No Problem! Thanks to the generosity of the many families that have come forward to share their home with the many young athletes calling Princeton home this upcoming season. If still considering, a few more would be a welcome security, but the crunch is over.

Main CampThe season officially kicked off with opening

of main camp on Wednesday. Focusing on quality over quantity, returning

and hopeful players alike were treated to a taste of Posse expectations, Coach Rotheisler style. There may be a number of returning players, but that will be the only thing similar to last sea-son. Before any scrimmaging, players were run through a series of 3 demanding workouts – let down was not an option.

Inter Squad GamesStrange, but Thursday and Friday evenings

felt more like a game night than training camp. The stands were filled with promise as crowd numbers both nights approached those of last season. On the ice they were treated to fast paced action. Including Kraig Leochko, no less than seven locals received an invite and showed that they have earned consideration for future spots.

Exhibition GamesFriday evening in Summerland the first exhi-

bition game saw the squad drop a 5-3 decision to the Sting. Two things were evident… the Posse’s rookie laden squad held their own against a Sting roster that was pretty much set, and… the surprise of the evening and talk of the fans, was the play of local goaltender Ryan Grgich. Rising to the opportunity he faced 4 power plays in the first ten minutes and never wavered, leaving the game at halfway point of game down 2-1 after being peppered early.

Upcoming EventsHome Exhibition Games 7 p.m. Sat, Sept. 7 vs 100 Mile House and 2 p.m. Sun, Sept. 8 vs Grand ForksAdditional locals suiting up this weekend

will be Josh Coyne, Craig Thompson and Mort Johnston.

Sept. 13 Home Opener – Tailgate and Tent party, Beer garden, Live pregame entertainment

Volunteers Anybody interested in volunteering for game

day assistance are asked to see Posse booth dur-ing exhibition games this weekend.

Trainers The Posse is urgently looking for team

trainer(s) for the season.

Princeton Posseprincetonposse.org

Posse rides again

Best friends from childhood, Pat LePoidevin and Lewis Smith are returning home to Princeton for a one night only concert during their cross Canada tour featuring LePoidevin’s new album, American Fiction. The concert will be held on Saturday Sept. 7, at 7:30 p.m., at Riverside Centre. Tickets are $10 at the door. For a sneak preview of what’s in store for you, visit www.pigeonrow.com/pat-lepoidevin-american-fiction/

‘Raising the Roof’ project progresses

While on a visit to Tulameen last week, MLA Jackie Tegart and Area H Director, Brad Hope were invited to have a look at the progression of the Tulameen “Raise the Roof” project.

Through the efforts of the community, the RDOS and the aid of a Provincial Grant in the amount of $240,000 (designated to assist in getting communities outside and active) the project has a total of $300,000.

Reinforced metal legs will hold the roof over the NHL sized outdoor rink. Having the rink cov-ered will enable the community to make use of it throughout all seasons and weather.

During the visit on Friday, both MLA Tegart and Director Hope were pleased to see the freshly poured forms, to see and hear of the projects pro-gression as explained by Mardi Hassell.

Hassell says there are many community members who have been working hard to make this project a reality. They and those who have assisted with funding and construction are to be commended. Funding; MLA Jackie Tegart, Area H Director Brad Hope and the Tulameen Community Club. Construction; Romard, Red Iron, Reichert Sales, Bob Reichert Backhoe, Tom Reichert Rentals, Fred and Company Builders, Asplundh, Cool Creek Agencies, Morphy Resaw and LMS Reinforcing Steel Group.


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June Hope and MLA Jackie Tegart are given a first hand look at the newly placed forms at the Tulameen Community Outdoor Ice Arena. Mardi Hassell and Brenda Upton (members of the Tulameen Community Club) share a few laughs with the ladies while giving them the tour.

Plenty to smile about...

Canada. A c c o m p a n y i n g American Fiction is a book of short stories written by Smith.’

The two friends and band mates will be joined in their per-formance by drummer Matt Sarty.

American Fiction is said to be a heartfelt tribute. Don’t miss out on your chance to hear it and to see our very own Pat LePoidevin and Lewis Smith dur-ing their one night only stop at home in Princeton.

Keep up with the tour at www.patlepoidevin.com

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NICOLA VALLEY AQUATIC CENTER

ANNUAL MAINTENANCE SHUT DOWNAugust 16th at 4 pm

Proceeding our Mock Polar Bear Swim from 1 - 4 pm

Shut Down will be approximately 1 month.The Fitness Room Room will remain open

7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning August 21.

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us at 250-378-6662.Thank you for your patience during this time.

Leisure Services Department City of Merritt NICOLA VALLEY AQUATIC CENTRE2040 Mamette, Merritt 250-378-6662

KELOWNA, B.C. – August 13, 2013: Building on the success of Rossland and the Kootenays, FortisBC is expanding the popular Energy Diet program to customers in the Okanagan. FortisBC will be hosting “ener-ventions” (information ses-sions) throughout the region for customers who want to reduce their homes’ energy use and save money on their utility bills.

“One of the best ways for homeowners to save on their energy bills is to make energy efficiency upgrades to their homes,” said Tom Loski, vice-president of customer service for FortisBC. “We saw how successful a community approach to energy savings can be with last year’s Rossland Energy Diet. Since then, we’ve expanded the pro-gram to the Kootenays, and now the Okanagan, to provide customers with direct support in mak-ing home energy upgrades.”

Okanagan Energy Diet participants will get a discounted energy assessment, energy saving products installed directly in their home, hands-on help applying for up to $6,000 worth of rebates, and, if eligible, financing options to make energy efficient improvements to their home.

We are also challenging communities across the Okanagan to work together to save energy. That’s why we’ll be giving the community that saves the most energy $5,000 for an energy effi-cient upgrade to a public facility.

“The Town of Osoyoos is pleased to endorse the Okanagan Energy Diet. Town Council is pleased to support economic savings and energy conservation which in turn reduce our demands on the environment,” said Mayor Stu Wells. “We are pleased to see that this program provides an

opportunity for Council to promote a ‘shop local’ initiative for products and services.”

Quick Facts:• Participants will receive a home energy

assessment and installation of energy efficiency products, such as: outlet insulation, a low flow shower head, and kitchen tap aerators, for $60 - 85 per cent off the regular price of $400. They can also use our energy calculator www.fortisbc.com/energycalculator to compare the costs of differ-ent home heating energy sources and individual appliance energy costs.

• A local energy coach will help customers through the process and offer energy-saving tips along the way.

• Participants can access up to $4,000 in rebates from LiveSmart BC and up to $2,000 in rebates from FortisBC.

• Some participants may qualify for loans for completing their energy upgrades. These will show up on their electricity bills, making re-payment simple.

FortisBC is committed to helping customers conserve energy and get the most out of their energy dollar by providing financial incentives and energy savings tips for natural gas and elec-tricity. Since it was founded in 1989, FortisBC’s PowerSense program has helped Southern Interior electricity customers save more than 445 gigawatt hours. That’s enough electricity to power 35,000 homes every year for twenty four years.

To learn more about the Okanagan Energy Diet, visit fortisbc.com/energydiet or call us at 1-866-436-7847.

FortisBC PowerSense launches the Okanagan Energy DietAttend the ener-vention in Princeton on Sept. 11 at the Community Skills Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and get the skinny on energy savings

ICBC has applied for a 4.9 per cent rate increase to its basic vehicle insurance rates to take effect Nov. 1.

For an average driver who now pays $1,369 a year for basic insur-ance, the increase would add an extra $36. In its rate application to the B.C. Utilities Commission, ICBC is also seeking four per cent decrease in optional coverage that would reduce that annual bill by $25.

The last rate increase was 11 per cent in 2012, coupled with a six per cent cut in optional insurance where ICBC competes with private insurers.

In an open letter to custom-ers, Mark Blucher, interim CEO of ICBC, says the increase is needed

to keep up with increasing bodily injury claims, with higher payouts as more people turn to lawyers to dispute their insurance payouts.

Blucher said injury claim vol-ume is also rising, including crash-es involving drivers distracted by smartphones, and more pedestrians and cyclists on roads.

ICBC cut 260 positions last year after an audit of its operations showed its management ranks had swelled by 41 per cent between 2007 and 2011. Blucher said ICBC’s administrative costs amount to five cents out of every premium dol-lar, with 86 cents going to claim payouts.

Bodily injury claims, for pain and suffering, future care and loss of wages totalled $1.9 billion in 2012, up $165 million from the pre-vious year and $400 million higher than five years previously.

ICBC seeks 4.9% rate hikeTom Fletcher

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VICTORIA – Another school year dawns in B.C., with the prospect of disruptive labour disputes.

First up are 27,000 support staff, in a legal strike position. These are the teacher aides, custodians, bus drivers and crossing guards. Most are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, with a few Teamsters and other locals scattered around the 60 school districts.

Public discussion about these disputes usually focuses on wage increases, which CUPE members in schools haven’t seen for four years. Their current deals expired more than a year ago, after they were subject to the same two-year wage freeze imposed on the rest of government.

The B.C. government moved from the post-recession wage freeze to a system they call “co-operative gains,” where raises must be financed by savings in other areas of the operation. Only two provincial employee groups have yet to do this: school support staff and teachers.

(Education Minister Peter Fassbender confirmed last week that teacher raises will be funded by extra transfers from the provincial treasury as they try to get a long-term deal. But that’s a topic for another day.)

CUPE, the largest union in the country, has a sophisticated media campaign to generate public sympathy. We are repeatedly reminded not only that the last raise was 2009, but that the “average” pay is a mere $24,000 a year. If that number is accurate, it reflects a large number of part-timers.

Let’s look at a few provisions CUPE doesn’t talk about, on behalf of those self-employed taxpayers who have no paid holidays, no employer pension or benefits and no paid overtime, but are expected to help pay all of the above to government workers.

The 60 contracts have many variations, but core elements are the same. In the Central Okanagan school district, the starting CUPE

wage rate is $17.37 an hour. The top rate is $26.59, or $28.78 for workers who qualify for a “trades adjust-ment.”

All contracts have rigid seniority and “bump-ing” clauses to ensure that new employees absorb any reductions in working hours. From a taxpayer’s perspective, this leads to the maximum number of employees making the highest wages.

Overtime in Central Okanagan is time and a half for the first two hours, and double time after that. Contracts also include the provision that unscheduled overtime is subject to a four-hour minimum. It’s amaz-ing how often an unexpected hour of work can arise when it’s paid at quadruple time.

The Surrey school district contract details how even “spare board” employees are to be enrolled in the municipal pension plan, a defined-benefit system most private-sector employees can only dream about.

Then there are paid sick days. The Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation reports that the average B.C. private sector worker took 7.4 sick days last year. The public sector average was 12.

The Surrey contract details the windfall of unused sick days that must be paid out to employees who retire as early as age 55. The maximum is 150 days, for a lavish perk only available to employees hired before July 1, 1996. Even so, we’ll be paying these bonuses out for years to come.

It goes on and on. Six weeks’ paid vacation after 20 years, with an extra day added for every year after that.

There are many little things, such as a $60 “swimsuit allowance” for teacher aides who take part in swimming instruction.

This is not to devalue the work done by these people. It is to sug-gest that given the growing gap between public and private employ-ment benefits, finding savings is reasonable.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com

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Classroom stability and learning success focus of back to school

This week more than half a million B.C. children are back in the classroom to continue their education journeys.

While our youngest students are experiencing their very first day of school and Grade 12s are looking forward to the next phase in their lives, the first week back is a special time when everyone shares in the excitement about the year ahead.

The back-to-school season is when students, parents and teachers set objectives and settle in as a group to work together. For our government’s part, Premier Christy Clark has set some clear goals: pursuing long-term labour peace, moving BC’s Education Plan forward, and building on our commitment to skills and technical training.

I know we all want to find lasting labour peace because it allows everyone to keep their focus on what matters most: helping every student learn and succeed.

To that end, we will continue to pursue our govern-ment’s framework for a 10-year agreement with teach-ers. We have already taken steps to do what the British Columbia Teachers Federation has asked for, which is to bargain directly with government on provincial matters. Stability is equally important for school support staff, represented in negotiations by the Canadian Union of Public Employees and other unions. As part of successfully concluding current negotiations, we also want to explore with these unions how to achieve long-term stability for support staff.

Long-term labour peace is a means to a far more important end: the ongoing transformation of our system to better support learning. While we have one of the best systems in the world, there is a growing body of scientific research on brain development and learning that we need to shift many of our traditional approaches.

Almost two years ago, we launched BC’s Education Plan to get more students engaged in their own learning and provide them the skills they need in a rapidly changing world. It starts with the recognition that no two students learn the same way or at the same pace, and that learning is far more than just memorizing facts.

As a result, BC’s Education Plan puts a strong focus on personalized learning, which aims to provide students more opportunity to pursue their individual talents, interests and preferences while keeping their focus on the impor-tant foundational skills of reading, writing and numeracy. It also seeks to better prepare students for 21st-century careers and workplaces.

Our cross-government Skills and Training Jobs Plan is another important change. This year, an estimated 134,000 students will take at least one applied skills course. A further 4,000 students will participate in the Secondary School Apprenticeship Program and ACE-IT Program (Accelerated Credit Enrolment in Industry Training), where they earn graduation credits while simul-taneously earning credits toward post-secondary programs and apprenticeships.

We recently appointed a new superintendent for trades and student transitions whose role is to assist districts in expanding partnerships with local industry and post-secondary institutions. We will expand the YES 2 IT (Youth Exploring Skills to Industry Training) program that increases awareness among students in grades 6-9 and we will introduce a new course in February 2014 - Skills Exploration 12.

As students demonstrate everyday at school, dedication is the path to achievement. As another school year gets underway, our government will dedicate itself to pursuing lasting labour peace, transforming an already great educa-tion system, and growing skills and technical training in every district.

These efforts will keep more students on track to graduate and better prepared for the opportunities ahead - whether they have set their sights on technical training, university or jumping straight into the workforce.

Peter Fassbender - Minister of EducationGuest Editorial

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BuglerTheRoyal Canadian Legion News - George Pearkes Branch #56 - Princeton, B.C.

September 2013 Calendar of Events Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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Meat Draw - 2:30Community Dinner

Meat Draw - 2:30

Meat Draw - 2:30

Meat Draw - 2:30

General Meeting1 p.m.

L.A. Meeting 7pm

FREE Bingo - 2:30Executive Meeting10am

FREE Bingo - 2:30

FREE Bingo - 2:30

FREE Bingo - 2:30

LEGION POKERNIGHT BEGINS!

FREE Bingo - 2:30 Drop in Singles Crib - 12:30pmLine Dancing - 7pm

Drop in Singles Crib - 12:30pmLine Dancing - 7pm

JAM SESSION7 to 10 p.m.






Drop in PartnersCrib - 12:30pm



Drop in Partners Crib - 12:30pm

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FREE Bingo - 2:30

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HOME OWNER GRANTVeterans Supplement

Meetings:ExEc MEEting -SEpt 11 - 10 aM

gEnEral MEEting - SEpt 15 - 1 pMl.a. MEEting - SEpt 10 - 7 pM

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Cabbage Rolls and Perogies.enjoy the first Fall Dance with music by ian elko!

I hope everyone is enjoying the great weather. The meat draws are still going on and the winners are enjoying some good meat. Watch for added features including higher quality meats and a Super Meat Draw coming soon! Don’t forget about our Turkey draws in time for Thanksgiving! Remember you can also win meat at the bingos, these all start at 2:30. See you soon! ~ Jean Bowles

The Legion Annual Fishing Derby was held August 10 and 11 at Chain Lake. The winner of the derby was Matt Sawin.52 adults and 10 children 16 & under participated in the event.The weather was not the greatest but the down pour didn’t happen until after the corn and dogs.

Beginning in 2012 a veterans supplement in addition to the regular home owners grant is available to qualifying low-income veterans. There are numerous stipulations to receive this grant. If you think you would qualify, please call toll-free in BC to 1-888-355-2700 or call the Legion and request the Service Officer return your call.

AnnUAL FisHing DeRBYWeLCOMe ABOARD JeRRY

FRiDAY nigHt JAM sessiOns At tHe LegiOn

Do you play....Do you sing..... Do you just want to get out and dance?

Jam Sessions are held in the Legion Lounge from 7 to 10 p.m., every Friday night!Open to the public! You do not have to be a member to join in on this great form of entertainment! Come out for some fun!

RECRUIT=REWARD.Sign up a friend and you could sail away!

One By One we will grow the Legion ranks. Sign up one new member and you could win a fabulous Caribbean Cruise. Share your pride in the Legion by signing up a new member and you’ll be doing your part to ensure the future of your Legion. One By One we all make a difference for Remem-brance, for our communities and for our Veterans.The grand prize is a balcony cabin for two on the 2nd An-nual Caribbean Commonwealth Veterans Cruise. From January 30 to February 10, 2014 the cruise sails from F t. Lauderdale to the tropical ports of St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Barbados, Dominica and St. Maarten. Additional prizes will be awarded each month including Legion gear, gift cer-tificates from some of Canada’s leading retailers and more. Sign up a friend today for your chance to win.The Legion is a strong organization and membership is the foundation for everything we do. To help us grow, we are holding a Canada-wide membership drive, and we need your help! Share your pride in the Legion and encourage a fam-ily member or friend to sign up today. With every member you sign up, you receive a contest ballot towards our grand prize of a Caribbean Cruise! Plus you’ll be entered in our monthly draws for great prizes throughout the campaign!Imagine if each of us brought in just one new member...we’d double our ranks! That would see the Legion ranks grow like never before. Imagine how much stronger the Le-gion would be. Our role in supporting Veterans and their families would be enhanced. The Legion would be engaging in our communities with renewed vigour, and there would be tens of thousands of new members upholding the tradi-tions of Remembrance.Bring in a new member today and help ensure the future of your Legion. Because you can. Because you care!The contest runs May 1 through November 15, 2013. Please contact your local branch for more information.

Wednesday, september 25

Dinner at 6:00 p.m.Cards at 7:00 p.m.

Please welcome our new Buildings and Grounds chair, Jerry Rodgers. Jerry has just filled our vacant position and we are very pleased and ex-cited to be working with him. We also wish to welcome him to the Executive Board for the first time.

Congratulations Jerry!

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Princeton Community Arts Council

Annual General MeetingWednesday, September 18th

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Shaun Greenhough loves the thrill of bullriding.He loves everything about the sport.That admiration for it has the 17-year-old dreaming of a professional career.The Penticton/Princeton resident, who recently competed in the Summerland Pro Bullriding Stampede, wants to travel the world chasing the paydays that come with winning.Before he can reach that level, Greenhough needs to learn the ropes of staying on a bull. In a career that is just six months old, he’s getting help from someone who has been through it.Trevor Thompson won the 1985 National High School finals bullridingc championship is also a 1985 All-American Team-Bull Riding/Bareback.Thompson, who returned to the sport because of Greenhough, said the newcomer is progressing pretty good.“He’s going to be good. He’s a very determined young man,” said Thompson, 46, who met Greenhough after beginning a relationship with his mother. “One of the better ones I’ve seen. There is a learning curve that you have to put out there for him. You give him something to work on and he picks it up real quick.”Greenhough has enjoyed learning from Thompson. As the summer continued,

Greenhough started seeing improvements. Among the risks of riding bulls is getting hurt. Greenhough broke his collarbone, which affected his riding arm, but still competed.“Once you get on the bull you don’t really feel anything,” said Greenhough, whose interest in the sport started by watching it on TV. “It’s just a bunch of adrenaline pumping through you. When you get off, you really feel it.”Thompson, who quit bull riding at 22, goes to rodeos with Greenhough and gives him advice in the chute. They have also utilized video so he can learn from his mistakes.“Last weekend he rode in Smithers … I was able to go through the video (Greenhough’s cousin shot) with him,” said Thompson. “There were a few mistakes he did. It’s awesome with that kind of technology. I wish I had had that.”Thompson said riders need strength in this sport and Greenhough has that because he works out religiously. Thompson said Greenhough needs to work on his focus, which will be put to the test in Barriere this weekend as the community hosts the B.C. Rodeo Association’s final stop before finals in Quesnel. The top 10 qualify to go to Quesnel. Greenhough currently sits in eighth.To keep up with Greenhough’s results, visit www.rodeobc.com

SHAUN GREENHOUGH of Penticton, pictured in the recent Summerland Pro Bullriding Stampede, has a desire to become a pro bullrider after entering the sport six months ago.

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Bullrider has promising future

Bill Howe makes a ‘Hole in One’ at the Princeton Golf Course during the regular mens night on Thursday, Aug. 29. The successful play was performed at Hole Number 7 using his eight iron. Team mate Darrel Smith witnessed, watched Howe Tee off, saw one hop,”I think that’s in the hole,” said Smith.— There it was.“We walked up to the hole - Bill was pretty happy,” added Smith.With this achievement, Howe won ‘Closest to the Pin’ which equals - brag-ging rights and $10. He received va plaque for the Hole in One and then had the pleasure of purchasing a round for every one there.Mens Captain, Glen Weisback (right) presents the plaque to Bill Howe on the green. Team mate Joe Bosiele made the same achievement a few months ago...Darrel is patiently waiting his turn.

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Competition at Princeton Agricultural Fair was down this year, which made money for most exhibi-tors except in the Photography division, which offered its customary high level of competition.

There were only 43 adult exhibitors and 42 junior exhibitors this year. The number of exhibits in many divisions were not down, due to some exhibitors entering great numbers of items. A total of $1,245 in prize money was paid to the adult exhibitors and $813 was paid out to Junior Fair exhibitors.

The following is a list of top exhibi-tors in each division:

Needlework - Janice Ashby (Penticton resident)

Leisure craft - Sharron RosePhotography - Margaret FraserArt: tied - Jennifer Bernard and John

SandnessFlowers - Melissa ManningVegetables - Ben MazzarellaFruit - Ken HeuserHome Canning - Melissa ManningHome Baking - Melissa ManningWine & Beer - Dorothy LauderEggs - Loretta GardinerPoultry - Karen FultonThe adult overall Top Exhibitor

was Melissa Manning, who took home $289 in prize money. The Top Junior Exhibitor was Piper Manning, who won $157 in prize money as well as a Birthday Party for five courtesy of Copperhill Lanes.

Winners of the Bike Parade were: First: Tavin Gibson (boys) and Jazlyn Gibson (girls), Second Jesse Menard (boys) and Marissa Menard (girls) and in third place was Andrew Graves

(boys) and Paige Graves for the girls.

Winners of the Pet Parade were Ella Halipchuk with her dragon dog, Daisy in first place, and rated Best in Show. Mary-Elizabeth Bond and her pet pigeon, Purple placed second, and third place went to Nathan and Haley Anderson with Bubba and Sammy.

The fair raffle winners are as follows; Lift of Lumber from Weyerhaeuser - George Kassa, Cliffton’s Meat Pack - Jordon Kramer and Don & Anna’s Gift Certificate - Dan Kastor.

Winners of the build-ing draws are; Building 1: Chicken Coop Quilt Kit - James Stewart, Building 2: Canning Supplies - Paulette Boyd Carlson, Building 3: Garden Club Trellis - Brenda

The following won the fair gate prizes; Yankee Candle - Germaine Velhausen, Painting by Shirley Freding - Kim Nolan, Cool Beanz Coffee; John Laska, Janet and Shirley Low. $25 Visa Cards; Yvette Stolth, Raymond Rabe, Lyle Thomas, Sharon Elko and Brenda Crimmon.

The Root Beer Bear was won by Liam O.

Horseshoe Tournament Winners: Ladies: First Corrie Smith, second

Kim Powell and third Judy Robinson.Mens: First Arnie Powell, second

John Laska and third Joe Heckford

Mixed: First - Kim Powell and Joe Heckford, second - Corrie Smith and John Laska and third - Judy Robinson and Arnie Powell

The overall success of the fair will not be known until all of the receipts are counted. Fair Board members will meet in the near future and will release that information after members are informed.

GoatsDoe kid - Tauren

BairdSheepAny breed - Tauren

BairdChickensStandard purebred

hen1. Haley Anderson2. Nathan Anderson3. Tied Haley and

Nathan AndersonMixed breed1. Kyle BairdDucksPurebred Drake1. Karen Fulton2. Karen Fulton3. Karen FultonPurebred hen1. Karen Fulton

*Best in Show2. Karen Fulton3. Karen FultonFlowers & PlantsAssorted Asters1. Melissa ManningDaisies1. Maureen Turner2. Dawn JohnsonMarigolds, small1. Maureen Turner2. Nancy TelfordPetunias1. Melissa ManningRoses

1. Marlene FraserSweet peas1. Nancy Telford2. Melissa ManningSunflower, large1. Dawn JohnsonSunflowers, 3 of a

kind1. Melissa Manning2. Dawn Johnson3. John SandnessCosmos1. Melissa ManningAny other annual1. Dawn Johnson2. Melissa Manning3. John SandnessAny other perennial1. Maureen Turner2. Dawn Johnson3. Maureen TurnerMixed or single

arrangement1. Cheryl FergusonMini arrangement1. Laura HawHanging basket1. Connie ShopshireContainer garden1. Melissa ManningAny other1. Rosemary

Woodruff2. Melissa ManningHollyhocks, single1. John SandnessHollyhocks, double

1. Melissa ManningVegetablesBeans1. Connie Shopshire2. Nancy Telford3. Ben MazzarellaBeans, other1. Ben Mazzarella2. Shirley Low3. Connie ShopshireBeets1. Melissa Manning2. Ben Mazzarella3. Dawn JohnsonBroccoli1. Melissa Manning2. Connie ShopshireBrussels sprouts1. Melissa ManningCabbage, green1. Connie Shopshire2. Ben MazzarellaCabbage, red1. Ben MazzarellaCarrots1. Nancy Telford2. Dawn Johnson3. Melissa ManningCauliflower1. Melissa ManningCelery1. Melissa ManningCorn1. Dawn JohnsonCucumbers1. Erin Williams2. Ben Mazzareella

3. Jennifer BernardPickling cukes1. Ben MazzarellaHerbs, culinary1. Melissa Manning2. Dawn JohnsonKale1. Melissa ManningKohlrabi1. Dawn Johnson2. Ben MazzarellaLettuce, leaf1. Melissa ManningLettuce, head1. Melissa ManningOnions, white,

cooking1. Melissa Manning2. Ken Heuser3. Ben MazzarellaOnions, red, cook-

ing1. Ken Heuser2. Dawn Johnson3. Ben MazzarellaPeas1. Nancy Telford2. Shirley Low3. Jennifer BernardPeppers, sweet1. Ben Mazzarella2. Jennifer Bernard3. Melissa ManningPeppers, hot1. Melissa ManningPotatoes1. Loretta Gardiner

2. Lee Augustin3. Ben MazzarellaRadishes1. Dawn JohnsonSwiss Chard1. Ben Mazzarella2. Dawn Johnson3. Melissa ManningSpaghetti Squash1. Dawn JohnsonSquash1. Ben Mazzarella2. Linda Van DykeTomatoes, green1. Melissa Manning2. Dawn JohnsonTomato, cherry, ripe1. Ben Mazzarella3. Melissa ManningTomatoes, ripe1. Ben Mazzarella2. Ken HeuserTomato, other1. Ben Mazzarella2. Ken HeuserZucchini, slicing1. Lee Augustin2. Melissa Manning3. Dawn JohnsonAny other vegetable2. Ben MazzarellaCoffee bean1. Nancy TelfordVegetable collection1. Melissa Manning2. Ben Mazzarella3. Dawn Johnson

Agricultural Fair exhibitors down, money up

Winners in the 2013 Agricultural Fair

Ella Halipchuk with her dragon dog, Daisy won first place and Best in Show in the pet parade at the 48th Annual Agricultural Fair.


The Valley First Lady Scarecrow did not win, but was a hit at the Agricultural Fair. The contest was won by the Little Seeds Childcare twins.


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Rockland Leong, mine manager designate, Allan McGowan, mine manager, Kerry Leong, presi-dent, Keith Meldrum, communications officer, and human resources manager Shay Casavant spent a couple of hours with residents on Friday answering questions and concerns regarding the breach and spillage into the Tulameen. “We want to be a good corporate citizen,” said Leong who explained that his whole family takes “this very seriously. We do have a great deal of respect for this area.” The company has promised to be much better at communication with the community.

Effect of spillOn August 30, the river still appears black, and there is a clear demarkation line about a foot from the shoreline where the sand turns from white to black. Quite visible in this close up view. The location is 3 km downstream of Coalmont on the Tulameen River, (over 7 km downstream of Collins Gulch where the 6500 gallons went in) This beach known as White Sands Beach has been cur-rently dubbed “Black Sands.”

Representatives from the Ministry of Environment, Interior Health and Mines Inspection were on hand to answer questions. MLA Jackie Tegart and Area H Director Brad Hope attended the information session as well.

Approximately 50 people attended.The president of Coalmont Energy

Corporation, Kerry Leong began the evening by apologizing for the lack of communication with the community. “I’m sorry we were so slow in community communication, I take responsibil-ity, and apologize”.

Leong explained that the company was “focussed on stopping the spillage.”

Allan McGowan, mine manager, Leong and the other representatives from the mine then went on to answer questions from the public.

What effect will this have on the fish/river?“We don’t have all the different answers said

Keith Meldrum, communications officer, “We are waiting for study results, but we believe that there should be no harmful effects.”

Local Bert Rice asked if the water would be safe for his cattle—over time. Again the response included awaiting results, but that “for now the water had been given a clean bill of health.”

The largest priority for the company now is clean up. The clean up effort will go “as far as necessary, said McGowan.”

An August 31, Coalmont Energy released a community update which included: “The Shoreline Cleanup and Assessment Techniques report and associated recommendations are being completed by Quantum Murray LP, one of the leading abatement and remediation service companies in Canada. Triton Environmental Consultants and SLR Global Environmental Services, both leading firms in the environmental consulting field, have been retained to complete the detailed Environmental Impact Assessment and provide expertise and direction the appro-priate clean-up efforts that will take place.”

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on Sept. 5th•

Store Hours Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sundays & Statutory Holidays10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

•206 Bridge St.250-295-6336

N&L Auto ServicesAutomotive Repair and Servicing

All Makes and ModelsRV Services

Towing ServicesA/C Services

2 Licensed MechanicsN&L Auto Services86 Old Hedley Road

250-295-0005

‘A garage on this site since 1920’

The Winking Pedlar

195 Bridge Street250-295-0820

‘The most unique gift store in town!’

Coca Cola Memorabilia• Olympic Pins • Binoculars • Pool Cues • Model Trucks

• SignsEverything in Original

Packaging!

THE HUT Bottle Depot

NOW RECYCLINGLIGHT BULBS!

[email protected] Hwy. 3 250-295-3835

WE ACCEPT MOST POP, JUICE, WATER, MILK

LIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERSHOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILYCLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT

HOLIDAYS

Open 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.258 Bridge Street 250-295-6322

For all your grocery needs...• Deli • Bakery • Organics • Produce • Meats

Proud member of the Princeton community

Happy 65th Anniversary to the Princeton Spotlight!


Sixty five years ago, on Sept. 1, 1948 Anne Gaustin published the first edition of “The Valley Spotlight.” She used this medium to provide cov-erage of ‘the local scoop’ for the areas of the val-ley. In this edition of The Similkameen Spotlight, September 4, 2013, we share with our readers a taste of the news from 65 years ago. We hope you enjoy.

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SPOTLIGHT on TELEVISION

The following businesses were too late to list their new or changed number in the 12-13 phone book:

PRINCETON TAXI.................Princeton Health Centre.....Joan's Jewellery & Cakes.....Sun Oka Appraisals...........The Winking Pedlar..............Nugget Valley Gold..............Sewn For You.......................Red Cross.............................Vermilion Forks Fitness......Princeton Fire & Safety.......Madysen Salway (Licenced Hair Stylist).........Princeton Heating & Air Conditioning........................

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS:If you *missed the book* and operate a business in our market area. Call the Similkameen Spotlight at: 250-295-3535 or Fax us a note at: 250-295-7322 and publish your name and number at no charge.

Please Call The Spotlight Today to list your phone number at no charge!

250-295-2727250-295-4442250-295-6509250-499-9565250-295-0820250-295-1775250-295-7663250-293-6467250-295-6099250-295-0766

250-295-2552

250-295-8341

WE MISSED THE BOOKBUT WE DON’T WANT TO MISS YOU . . .


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SPOTLIGHT on TELEVISION

Spotlight on Smiles

Name: Alannah Obey - 2.5 years old.Likes: Taking a rainy day and making it ton’s

of fun!

Thumbs up to the Princeton Ground Search and Rescue team for their great

work to help the quad rider who had an accident on the KVR on

Saturday.

Thumbs up to the sunshine lasting throughout the final long weekend before school starts!Happy September everyone!

Thumbs Up/Down

If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535

or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.

Princeton Pentecostal Church(The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum,

invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship

10:15 Children’s Sunday Safari10:30 am Morning Worship

Pastor Joe Martinsen250-295-7951

St. Paul’s United ChurchAlso serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714WorshiP - 10:00 am

Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month

office hoursTues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon

190 - 1st AvenueEveryone Welcome

Baptist Church of Princeton

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road

Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on

Wednesday at 7:00 pm

250-295-7752

Living WaterCommunity Church

Invites You to38 Kenley Avenue

10:30 Morning Worship

Pastor George DonovanTel: 250-295-7733

CELL:250-293-6447


Business & Service Directory

DRAFTING & DESIGN SERVICE

Farm & Industrial EquipmentGeorge Edge

MahindraTractors

www.westcoasteq.com

RENTALSTORE

Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103email: [email protected]


MahindraTractors

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RENTALSTORE


EQUIPMENT RENTALS

PRINCETON REALTY

Heather JohnsonOwner/Manager

CENTURION®

2003 - 2006

LICENSED PROPERTY MANAGER224 Bridge Street PO Box 880 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0Bus: 250-295-6977 Cell: 250-295-8591Fax: 250-295-3411 Res: 250-295-7055 Toll Free: 1-877-295-6977Email: [email protected]: www.princetonbc.com

Independently Owned and Operated ®TM Trademarks of AIR MILES International BV.Used under License by LoyaltyOne. inc and Century 21 Canada Limited Partnership

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

YOUR AD HERE

Experienced painter, home & deck repair.

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RETIRED GUY

SERVICE

HANDYMAN SERVICES

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Phone 250-295-7329 Fax 250-295-7395Specializing in: Cement Finishing Damp Proofi ng & Forms

[email protected]

RENTAL SERVICES

YOUR AD HERE


MahindraTractors

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RENTALSTORE


FARM MACHINERY DEALER HOME REPAIRS

4 LICENSED MEChaNICS 2 with Extensive GM Training / 2 with 30 years experience

all mechanics take ongoing training & updating. We have the Best Diagnostic equipment availaBle

•A/C Work •Transmissions • Specialize in Computers & Computerized Fuel Injection

now offering: •Flat Repairs •New Tire Sales •Wheel BalancingCan inspect motorcycles to greyhounD Buses

Huffy’s Auto Repair

Ph: 250-295-6458

* now open 6 days a week!

AUTOMOTIVE

Reichert Sales & Service Ltdski-doo & can-am Sales & Service

[email protected] & Ed ReichertPh: 250-295-6489Fax: 250-295-7768

Tulameen, B.C.V0X 2L0

CAN-AM SKIDOO

331 Old Hedley RoadPO Box 948Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

Brian CoyneOwnerOld Style

Sales & DeliveryBedding & Pellet

BEDDING & PELLET

DARYL CLARKECertifi ed Septic Design & Installations / Foundation Excavations

Water, Electric & Sewer Line Installations / Landscaping & ClearingPhone: 250-295-0095 Cell: 250-293-6021

CONTRACTOR

princetonfarm centre ltd

FARM & GARDEN SUPPLIES

FEEDFENCING

FARMSUPPLIES

SHAVINGS/HAYSTOVE PELLETS

PH: 250-295-0255

283 Burton Ave, Princeton, B.C.www.princetonfarmcenter.com

FARM & GARDEN CENTRE

PRINCETON SEPTIC SERVICEGOVERNMENT CERTIFIED

Planner - Installer - Maintenance ProviderResidential & Commercial Inspector

*Contracts Available*PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIALSeptic Tanks - Grease Traps - Holding Tanks - Sumps

Sewer Line Router ServiceBackhoe - Excavator - Gravel Truck - Cat

250-295-7994 or 250-295-5217 Allen Zirk ROWP

SEPTIC SERVICES

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

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FOR ALL YOUR PET NEEDS

DOG & CAT FOODPETS

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SummitKennel Blend

Nu WaySport Mix

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CONTRACTOR

Nick Itterman ContractingGENERAL CONTRACTING

•RENOVATIONS •FRAMING •FINISHING

Cell: (250) 295-1386 Phone: (250) 293-6741

YOUR AD HERE

Sakchai Rick Chaicomdee516 7th Ave. P.O. Box 128, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0

Tel: 250-499-2561 Cell: 604-649-9908Email: [email protected]

Website: www.benjathairestaurant.com

RESTAURANT


Brian CoyneOwner

Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

BIN & DISPOSAL

Phone: 250-295-7381 Princeton Plaza

Quality Foods,

Toys and Supplies for your

Dogs & Cats.

Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies

Herp Supplies

PET SUPPLIES

FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED

ALL PURPOSE ROOFING• Let me keep you dry /Reasonable rates• Any type of re-roofing & repairs• Serving the area for over 20 years• Over 60 years experience/NO Subcontracting

RAY MICHAUD email: [email protected]

Toll Free 1-877-299-ROOF (7663)Princeton: 250-295-3643 Fax: 250-295-3472

•10% Seniors Discount

ROOFING SERVICE

Princeton RentalsPrinceton RentalsRents Air Compressors

Call 250-295-6545 or 1-800-253-0233

185 CFM, 250 CFM & 375 CFMDiesel

Our 38th Year in Business

RENTAL SERVICES

THE HUT Bottle Depot

WE ACCEPT ALL POP, JUICE, WATER, MILKLIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERSHOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILY

CLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT HOLIDAYS367 HWY. 3 250-295-3835

Now Accepting

MILKContainers!

BOTTLE RETURN

General HomeRepairs & Renovations

Macey MacDonald

Free Estimates - Senior DiscountProfessional Work Inside & Outside

Mobile Home SpecialtyNo Job Too SmallProfessional Decks

250-295-4393Cell: 250-295-2049

HOME RENOVATIONS

MAC’S AUTO PARTS193 Vermilion Ave.Ph: 250-295-6944

HONDAWATER PUMPS, TILLERS,

LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS,

SNOW BLOWERS

AUTO PARTS

New students welcome!

Monday September 9th 6:45 p.m. @ The United Church Hall

Call Paul for details 250-295-7374

KARATE

CONTRACTOR

New students welcome!

Monday September 9th 6:45 p.m. @ The United Church Hall

Call Paul for details 250-295-7374


HERE FOR ONLY

$15.00 PER WEEK

Yodels heard while on trek at Lightning Lake

The hills were alive (at times) with the sound of Rika’s yodeling and ensuing echoes as a group of eight Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists trekked around Lightning Lake in Manning Park on August 24. We also enjoyed the recur-ring calls of loons, the tiny toots of red-breasted nuthatches, and the bold antics of gray jays who literally stole food from our hands! We spotted a diving female goldeneye and a placid Franklin’s grouse along the way, as we inhaled the sweet fragrance of pines and delighted in the exqui-site views around every turn in the trail. Good weather was a bonus, and we enjoyed a leisurely lunch and good conversation before heading for home.

Our next field trip will be led by Rika Ruebsaat on Sept. 7, and will be a strenuous hike up to the beautiful alpine landscape of Jim Kelly Peak. Confirm with Rika at 250-295-4006 and meet at

Billy’s at 8:00. Our next meeting will take place Sept. 10, 7 p.m., at Riverside Centre, when Zoe Kirk will speak on bear awareness, specific to our area. Please join us for our first meeting of the season!

Janis Wright Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists

Members of the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists take a photo break during the trek around Lightning Lake.

Contributed

Baptist Church Soccer Camp

The soccer camp, sponsored by the Baptist Church of Princeton and held at Princeton Secondary School was led by youth interns Drew Weber and Kyle Nichols. The camp held in August was a roaring success with 42 kids participating. The children involved were kindergarten to grade seven. The evenings ended with indoor games, snacks and juice. The soccer camp will be held annually.

Contributed

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2 Licenced Mechanics

N & L SERVICES

250-295-0005

YOU DON’T KNOW HOW WELL I FEEL...

MY OWNER TOOK ME TO NEAL!


Brian CoyneOwner

Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

Old Style

Sales & DeliveryPosts

POST SALES

Laska’s Floor Service•Supply •Sales •Installation

Phone: 250-295-0474 / Fax: 250-295-0454 Email: [email protected]

Carpet ~ Hardwood ~ Lino ~ VC TilesLaminates ~ Engineered Wood ~ Cork

~ Area/Throw rugs

FLOORING SERVICE

ALL Facets of PRESSURE WASHING with HOT WATER•Commercial •Residential •Industrial

OTTER VALLEY Rentals, Supplies & Services

250-295-6449Septic inStallation• new inStall

• Replacement

• maintenance contRactS

*Gov’t Cert./reGistered/isured*

-landScaping -FoundationS

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FENCING SpECIalIStS*Fully insured*

RENTALS/LANDSCAPING#

SEPTIC SERVICEF1rst Choice

Septic CleaningOuthouse Rentals & Sales

Mark Riegling Owner /Operator

250-295-4191

SEPTIC SERVICES

2 Licenced Mechanics

N & L SERVICES

250-295-0005

YOU DON’T KNOW HOW WELL I FEEL...

MY OWNER TOOK ME TO NEAL!

AUTOMOTIVE

OPEN:Mon. - Sat. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sunday 10:30 am - 4:00 pm4 km West of Keremeos (Near Red Bridge)

#31 Ashnola Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N1

Phone:(250)499-5785Email: [email protected]

Don & Anna’s Greenhouses

GARDEN CENTRE YOUR AD HERE

Hermann ZornGovernment Certified and Licensed Engraver since 1966

Supplier of a complete line of quality trophies, gifts and manufacturer of plastic or metal signs & badges.

P.O. Box RR#1, Site 11, Comp 26Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0Phone: 250-295-6254

E-mail:[email protected]

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Bewildered, then blindsided by an emerging passionBy now, I feel comfortable enough with you to confess that I attended art

school. Some say it’s necessary to get a formal education, some say it’s a waste of time and that it brainwashes a person. All I know is that I went, and you can be the judge. I was a returning student, having taken a two decade break to have a family. Then I found myself a single parent. I had come to a crossroads. It was the ‘now or never’ one, so I closed my eyes and jumped.

First year was the typical survey course except for a three hour Fundamentals of Drawing class held three times weekly. We drew everything. We drew still life, life models, a hapless skeleton that hung sadly over its stand, chicken bones; in short, if it held still long enough, we drew it. The goal was to please our very intimidating drawing professor. Well, in truth, the goal was supposed to be to learn to draw but we were scared witless by her for some reason. I mean, she never beat us or abused us in other words, but she had the look that withers. It must have worked because as I look over my transcript, I see I received an ‘A’ and some advice to toughen up and be more, well, um, malicious. I left first year bewildered but one thing I did know, I would major in drawing.

Then came second year, which is the year that you start to narrow down your field of interest. I was not prepared to be seduced by sculpture but it grabbed me by the heart. I was totally blindsided by my emerging passion for creating things in space. Drawing I still adored but this was mind bending love and it was the year I came alive. Friendships bloomed, con-fidence grew and the world was filled with magic. We attended events together, celebrated

our triumphs and mourned our failures at the Lithium Cafe. It was just swell. By the third year, things had become very interesting. Traditionally this was the year of the big field trip. We visited, in January, the two cities that rivaled Winnipeg for downright winter nastiness. After a stopover in Minneapolis, we headed for Chicago.

I don’t believe I will ever forget that city. The miles of ugly tenements, the overwhelming busyness, the gorgeous architecture and, of course the fabulous public art were only rivaled by the Art Institute itself. We had arrived and we were hungry! We gorged on art for four exhausting days. My best memory is being allowed to pull on white cotton gloves and reverently handle a drawing by Paul Klee, my favorite artist.

When we began fourth year, there were only a few of us left. We buckled down, the four of us sharing a huge, brand new sculpture studio. In an act of perversity, I picked the only other intimidating woman professor around for

one of my thesis committee members. We all grew very close to each other, laughing and cry-ing together, bickering over what music we would play and giving each other moral support. Our professors treated us like human beings and began preparing us for leaving the safety of our shelter. When the big day came for the final critique, there were only two of us left.

Andrew and I both received our degrees and got on with life. Was it worth it? You bet it was! Oh, I’m not a rich and famous artist. But I still love art passionately and I love to share that love every chance I get—and that is a really good thing.

ARTI-FACTSMERRILYN HUYCKE

A18 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, September 4, 2013 The Similkameen Spotlight

In Loving Memory ofGeorge C. Madill

Oct. 7, 1941 - Aug. 31, 2012

His smiling way and pleasant faceAre a pleasure to recall;

He had a kindly word for eachAnd died beloved by all.

Some day we hope to meet him,Some day we know not when,

To clasp his hand in the better land,Never to part again.

Wife Gail; Sons: Mike (Shannon), Tony

(Cherlyne), Steven; Daughters: Susan (Gill),

Mayeva (Leon), 11 Grandchildren &

6 Great Grandchildren and Friends.

Missed & Never Forgotten

Kyle DavidAngstadt

•April 24, 1970

toSeptember 4, 2012

One year has passed since that sad day

When one we loved was called away.

God took him home - it was his will;

Within our hearts he liveth still.

BEVZDUANE PHILLIP: Beloved son of Mona Gair, left us too soon at the age of 47 on August 24, 2013 in Olalla, BC. Duane was born in Comox,

BC on April 6, 1966. He spent his life enjoying the outdoors with a great love of life. He was a “driver extraordinaire” in both his personal and professional life. From building Chevy cars and trucks and his Peterbuilt to driving the same with the same natural born ability. His love of nature and the beauty of the world around him led him to enjoy and spend his time exploring it in his cars, trucks, quads and 4x4’s as well as he never missed an opportunity to share his experience with all those around him. Duane is survived by his daughter Sienna of Kaleden, BC; mother Mona Gair (Neil) of Olalla, BC; brother Raymond Bevz (Terry) of OK Falls, BC; sister Shelley Bevz (Mario) of Prince George, BC, and sister Tanya Bevz of Spillimacheen, BC. Duane will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and remaining family and close friends. A Memorial service was held Saturday, August 31, 2013 followed by interment at Marsel Family Cemetary, Hwy 3, Olalla.n lieu of owers, a memorial contribution may be made to The United Way in Duane’s name.

Kyle David

AngstadtApril 24, 1970

to September 4, 2012

Nothing can ever take awayThe love a heart holds dear,

Fond memories linger every dayRemembrance keeps him near.

Missing You, Dad & Marion

Financial ServicesTrades, Technical

In Memoriam

Announcements

Coming EventsGROW MARIJUANA com-mercially. Canadian Commer-cial Production Licensing Con-vention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriott Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

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Children

Daycare Centers

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Career Opportunities

SOTA Instruments, a Natural Health Company in Penticton BC, is growing and looking for motivated, hard-working, posi-tive individuals to join our team. Candidates should be driven, lively and most impor-tantly committed to providing unsurpassed service to our customers. Learn more about us, the position and how to ap-ply: www.sota.com/pdf/cs.pdf

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

Required immediately experi-enced Class 1 US drivers only. Must have US experience. We supply assigned trucks, com-pany phones, US Medical, all picks and drops paid. Please fax resume with current clean abstract to 250-546-0600. No phone calls please.

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Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing re-quired. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

DRIVERS WANTED—Local School Bus Company is looking for casual morning and afternoon school bus drivers. Benefi ts available. Please call 250-295-3812 or fax your resume and abstract to 250-295-7472

FIELD CLERK Needed for out of town work site (21/7 sched-ule). Mature, fl exible and posi-tive communicator, under-standing of importance of safety culture. Reporting to on-site foreman & Edmonton HO. Transportation to & from work site provided. Potential to grow with company; [email protected] 780-488-3002.Princeton & District Community Services has a janitorial posi-tion available. The work will in-clude cleaning various sites, primarily the suites at Vermilion Court. The position is some-what fl exible and will guarantee 16 hours per week. Benefi ts are available after 3 months. Deadline for applications is September 5/13. Please sub-mit applications to the attention of Lynn Pelly, Box 1960, Princeton BC V0X 1W0; [email protected] or drop off at 47 Harold Ave., Princeton.

Trades, TechnicalGUARANTEED JOB Place-ment: General laborers and tradesmen for oil and gas in-dustry. Call 24hr Free Re-corded Message. For Informa-tion 1-800-972-0209.

WRANGLER RENTALS LTD. is now recruiting Excavator Operators. Rig experience an asset. Camp jobs, day rates, health benefi ts & steady work rain or shine. Contact Monika 780-980-1331 or email re-sume:[email protected].

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Kyle DavidAngstadt

•April 24, 1970

toSeptember 4, 2012

One year has passed since that sad day

When one we loved was called away.

God took him home - it was his will;

Within our hearts he liveth still.

Love always; Mom, Wendy (Gordie), Karen and Little Tiki

The Similkameen Spotlight Wednesday, September 4, 2013 www.similkameenspotlight.com A19

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-

SIMILKAMEEN) FIRST NATIONS SUPPORT WORKER

School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for a First Nations Support Worker at elementary schools in Princeton. This is a 25-hour per week, 10 month per year position. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing counseling support, communicating with students and parents/guardians, tutoring, and cultural education. Application forms are available at the School Board Office, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, BC, Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, BC or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs/Support Positions/Job Postings, listed under Job Code #228761, and follow the prompts. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until September 10, 2013. Please forward to:

Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen)

P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263

Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting

applications for the following relief positions, which will be kept on file for 6-months: Relief Janitor: Applicants are required to have a minimum Grade 10 education and a valid BC Driver’s License. Job Code #122391. Relief Bus Driver: Successful applicants will be required to have a Class 2 or higher license with air, a minimum Grade 10 education and six months to one year commercial driving experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. Preference will be given to those with bus driving experience. Drivers will also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract. Job Code #122390. Relief CEA: Applicants for relief Certified Education Assistants will work with special needs student(s) in various schools in the District. Qualification requirements will vary subject to the needs of the student(s). Job Code #514834. Relief Secretary: A minimum typing speed of 55 w.p.m. is required. Job Code #133681. Relief Noon Hour Supervisors: 1 hour per school day. Previous experience dealing with students would be an asset. Job Code #133684. All positions are on-call positions. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement. Application forms are available at the School Board Office, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, BC, Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, BC, or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca click on Jobs/Support Positions/Job Postings, and enter the Job Code. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references will be accepted until September 6, 2013. Please forward to:

Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen)

P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263

Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

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Merchandise for Sale

Friendly Frank75” Big O drainage pipe, 4” wide brand new $20. Call 250-295-1510BIKE $75 OBO, Norco Carrera Expedition. 250-295-0029TKO punching bag, $50. Randy 250-295-0118

Garage SalesMOVING - must sell, house-hold & yard items, #32 - Pines Mobile Home Park, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Sept. 6 & 7.Yard Sale 295 Panorama Crescent, Saturday Sept. 7, 9 am - 2 pmYard Sale September 7, 2013, 8:30 - Noon, #17 Princeton Place (Mayne Ave. Apart-ments)

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Apt/Condo for RentAPARTMENTS FOR RENT: Sm. bachelor unit $450. Lg. bachelor unit $550. 1 bed. unit $650. All utilities included. 1 bedroom $550 utilities extra. 1 bedroom $500 utilities extra. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095FURNISHED or un-furnished apt’s for rent in Princeton Avail. now, need excellent ref’s & DD. No pets. $530 & up. Call 250-295-1006 leave a message.

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COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent on Vermilion Ave. 1000 sq. ft. or 400 sq. ft. of commer-cial, with 600 sq.ft. attached living quarters. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095

Homes for Rent2 bdrm, 2 bath rancher on lrg. low maintenance lot, with at-tached dbl garage, located on quiet cul-de-sac, elec heat, 2 gas fi replaces, 8 appliances, Ref. & DD Req’d, internet in-cluded. 250-295-41062 bdrm basement suite, fridge, stove, washer & dryer $500 plus utilities. No pets. 250-295-3248 (Princeton)2 bdrm home for rent in quiet area of Princeton. References required. For more info please call 250-295-6449.3 bdrm, 1 bath home, down-town, W/D N/S, $800/month + utilities, pets negotiable, $400 DD. Call 250-295-35083 BEDROOM house on large lot, quiet street, 3rd bench. Many nice features, attached garage, $900/month. Avail. now. Electric heat. Need 2 ex-cellent references, No canine pets, Call 250-295-7827 for more details after 5 pm$800./MO Olalla 1/2 hr south from Penticton 2 bdrm w/d s/f NS Closed in deck for smoking outside lrg fenced yd and a carport 250-499-9703

Cozy 2 bdrm, light house keeping basement suite - Available Sept. 15, private en-trance, includes heat, light, satellite TV, non-smoker, no pets, damage deposit, refer-ences required. $550 per month. Phone 250-295-0028

Recreation2 bdrm home at Osprey Lake, ideal for fi sherman, hunters, snowmobiling, ATVs or relaxa-tion, sleeps 6 - 10 people, $100/night min. 3 days. Call 1-519-360-0039

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts

4 winter tires on rims, 185-70-R14’s, $50 each. 250-295-3391

Auto Financing

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Cars - Domestic1998 Dodge Neon, $1600. 250-295-6436

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Cars - Domestic2001 Pontiac Sunfi re, 200,000 kms (engine), 335,000 kms (transmission), great gas mile-age, automatic, FWD, needs some work, $900 OBO. Call 250-499-1607

99 Ford Taurus (teal in color) 104,000 km’s, automatic, fully loaded. Recent major tune up, car needs nothing but driver! $2,200 OBO. 778-881-2499

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Boats12’ 2003 Misty River boat. 9.9 mercury motor (2003), EZ Loader (2001). plus spare tire. Boat cover, swivel seats. $3,500 250-293-1229

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