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After some back and forth discussion, a date for a debate in Golden has officially been declared.

The All Candidates Forum will take place on Sept. 22 at the Golden Civic Centre and will be

hosted by the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce. The Golden forum will be part of a series of forums across the riding as local candidates make their case to the voting public in advance of the Oct. 19 federal election.

Discussion points in the forum will range from local issues such as transportation and Golden’s economy to more national issues like

the environment and foreign policy. Ques-tions will be supplied through public consul-tation.

The Chamber’s board of directors will pick which questions will make it into the forum, but the candidates will not be permitted to view any of the questions in advance.

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On September 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Town of Golden Recreation Team is hosting the annual Community Connections and Fall Registration Night.

The expo-style evening provides an ideal place for groups to share their goals and objectives, and for the public to take in dynamic displays and demonstrations from the many recreational opportunities Golden has to offer. It’s also a great way for organizations to network with each other!

“This annual event showcases the many organizations that provide valuable services to our com-munity,” said Mayor Ron Oszust. “It’s a great way for new and long-time members of our community to be informed, get active and get involved.”

This year’s event promises to be both informative and fun! Check out what the Golden Girl Guides have lined up for the fall or sign up for Golden Kicking Horse Alpine Team; be sure to check out dem-onstrations by Golden Shotokan Karate, the Golden Fire Department and Kicking Horse Gymnastics; find out more about the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, the Golden Interact Club, the Golden Women’s Resource Centre and the Golden Museum – to name a few.

While you’re there, drop by the Town of Golden table to talk about fall/winter programming at the Mount 7 Rec Plex. Share your thoughts on the upcoming season and learn about new initiatives our team has been working on.

Starting in September, the ToG Rec Services team will be launching a brand new platform to enhance the drop-in gym programing offered at the Mount 7 Rec Plex.

A $130 membership - or $5 drop-in fee - is now good for any drop activity offered at the facility. That includes badminton, volleyball, basketball, indoor soccer, winter walking and public skate at the Arena.

Recreation Services is also introducing new, volunteer-facilitated, drop-in activities under this plat-form. So, if you have ever thought it would be cool to host open gym time for kids, dodgeball for youth, Pickleball for the young at heart, pin the tail on the donkey, what time is it Mr. Wolf or any other gym specific activity, now is the time to speak up, express your ideas and become a part of this new program.

In Golden, the benefits of having a membership extend beyond the social aspect and into your pock-et book. For a child membership, it is less than 75 cents per day; for an adult, $1.25 – less than a cup of coffee – helps to support your Rec Plex and Arena. For a family, the cost is less than $2.75 per day.

“The Rec Plex is your community facility and we want you to be a part of the action, for yourself, family and friends,” says Manager of Recreation Services Jordan Petrovics. “This fall and winter, show-case your pride in your community services by becoming a member at the Mount 7 Rec Plex and Gold-en Arena.”

Drop by the Rec Plex on Thursday, September 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., to help provide direction on the upcoming season! All user groups, volunteers and interested members of the public are wel-come to attend.

Participation for not-for-profit groups in this event is free! Private sector businesses providing rec-reational benefits in our community are welcome to attend for a $5 fee. Everyone is encouraged to bring a donation for the Golden Food Bank. For more information on the event call Town Hall at 250-344-2271 or e-mail [email protected].

Recreation groups come together for the fall registration night

Golden’s minor hockey season warms up

Owen Mastroianni (left) and Wilson McCullough were two of the local kids who participated in the Golden Minor Hockey Association’s hockey school last week at the Golden and District Arena. Joel Tansey/Star Photos

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It’s a Left Turn Lane, not an Acceleration LaneA gentleman from Courtenay explained about the regular di� culty that he

encountered when he used the two way left turn lanes in that city. Most recently, he was travelling northbound on Cli� e Avenue attempting a left turn into Tim Horton’s. A woman turned southbound out of the Husky just ahead of him into the two way left turn lane as well. They were now approaching each other head on.

Legally, this woman is required to leave the two way left turn lane by turning left once she has occupied it. The gentleman is entitled to expect that she will obey the law and will not interfere with his left turn. It’s a good thing that she used her right turn signal and he saw it. Waiting to turn left prevented a collision that would have occurred had he turned when she accelerated into the � rst through lane on her right.

Wrongly, many drivers see the relatively quiet two way left turn lane as a way to reduce the complication of crossing three lanes of tra� c and occupying the � rst available lane for their intended direction of travel. Instead, they move into the turn lane, accelerate to the speed of surrounding tra� c and then move right into the lane they should have entered in the � rst instance.

Turning left is one of the more dangerous moves that we make when we drive. When tra� c is heavy it can be di� cult to track and account for all of the drivers who are following the rules. The woman should not have left the Husky driveway if she could not comfortably reach the correct lane. Probably unwittingly, she made a left turn less safe for someone else when she did this.

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September 11th - 13th, 2015Celebrating Revelstoke’s long andrich history with forests, railroads,

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The Golden Motorcycle Riderspresent

The 2nd Annual Golden Toy RunSunday September 13th

11:30am: Meet at Kicking Horse Mountain Resortfor Refreshments

12:00pm: Group ride through Golden to Brasher Creek Rest Area.

All toys donated to the Angel Tree50/50 draw, proceeds go to the Food Bank

Don’t forget the TeenagersPlease no stuffed animals (health reasons)


The Golden Food Bank’s (GFB) fund-ing request was on the agenda at Town Council’s Sept. 1 meeting as a new business item. Previ-ously, the food bank requested that the Town and the CSRD commit to sharing their annual costs for rent and utilities, totalling $17,000 per year.

According to its presentation to coun-cil at the Aug. 18 meeting, the Gold-en Food Bank is the only food bank in the Columbia Basin that has to secure funding on an annual basis to cover overhead costs, wages, rent and util-ities.

Presently, the food bank receives $6,000 worth of funding from the Town of Golden through its garden program at

the Wixon House, although the future of that program is uncertain given that

the Wixon House is now for sale.

None of Gold-en’s six councillors

opposed the idea of supplying half of the food bank’s $17,000 request, but

they all agreed that the request would require further dis-cussion during the

budgeting process. “I’m in a way torn

over this request. I think the time to con-sider these kinds of requests is budget time and I think it might be time to have a bit of a discussion…to what extent do we want to get involved in funding social ser-vices?” Coun. Bruce Fairley said.

Coun. Fairley was also hesitant to com-mit to something on an annual basis, as

it might bind future administrations to this agreement.

“On the other hand when people are doing good in our community and con-tributing we should try and find ways to encourage them and support them,” he added.

“I would like to state my desire to try

and help the food bank out in this situ-ation,” said Coun. Connie Barlow.

Coun. Caleb Moss made a motion to refer the item to the finance com-mittee so that it can be discussed within the context of next year’s budget. The motion was passed unopposed.

GFB request for monetary support moved to finance meeting

“I think the time to consider these kinds of requests is

budget time...

— Coun. Bruce Fairley —

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Next year Golden drivers could be pay-ing up to 6.7 per cent more for basic car insurance.

ICBC and the Prov-incial Government announced last week that a basic insurance rate increase proposal has been submitted to the British Columbia Utilities Commission.

Because of a rate smoothing policy introduced by the province in 2013, this year’s rate hike must be between 3.7 and 6.7 per cent – with-

in 1.5 per cent of last year’s 5.2 per cent increase on basic rates.

“ICBC has advised government that a number of concern-ing trends and cost pressures are weigh-ing heavily on its pro-jections, and it needs additional time to conclude mitigation efforts to limit the next basic insurance increase for rate pay-ers,” said Todd Stone, Minister of Transpor-tation and Infrastruc-ture.

“For example, ICBC has informed us that it is facing an

increase in the com-plexity, frequency and severity of bodi-ly injury claims. Last year, bodily injury costs totalled over $2.17 billion, up nearly 10 per cent in one year. This trend continues to grow.”

Higher legal and medical costs, more represented claims and more com-plex, catastrophic claims leading to big-ger settlements are among the factors blamed for the jump.

ICBC president and CEO Mark Blu-cher says the insur-ance company would

ask for the max 6.7 per cent increase based on the current situation, but hopes that changes can be made to avoid that.

“In the best inter-ests of our customers, we are going to work alongside govern-ment over the next few weeks to help identify and exam-ine steps we can take to lower the required rate increase,” he said.

“British Colum-bians have told our government that ICBC insurance rates need to be as low as possible. The gov-

ernment will work with ICBC during the ensuing period to ensure the basic insurance rate appli-cation meets those expectations,” added Stone.

Stone appointed ferries commission-er and former dep-uty minister Gord Macatee to work alongside ICBC to keep the rate hike as low as possible.

More basic rate increases proposed by ICBC

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The Transportation Safety Board is investi-gating a collision between two CP Rail trains east of Revelstoke early Sunday morning.

The collision resulted in both trains derailing at the Beavermouth siding 50 kilometres west of Golden at around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 6.

It happened when an eastbound train collid-ed with the westbound train while entering the siding, said Chris Krepski, a spokesperson with the Transportation Safety Board.

Two head-end locomotives and one car on the eastbound train derailed, while one axle derailed on the westbound train.

One train operator experienced minor injur-ies as a result of the collision.

How the collision occurred is the subject of the investigation. Krepski said investiga-tors will be looking at the locomotive record-er data, examining the track and signal condi-tions and interviewing people involved.

"We're in the information gathering stage and we will be doing a full investigation into this occurrence," he said.

Krepski said it will take at least a year for the full investigative report to be published.

The TSB is also investigating a derailment that took place on the Stoney Creek Bridge in Glacier National Park in January

Train derails 50 km west of Golden

A train sits on its side following a colli-sion early Sunday morning. Transportation Safety Board Photo


Candidate Q&A: Canadian Federal Election 2015

Bill GreenGreen Party of Canada

Don JohnsonLiberal Party of Canada

Wayne StetskiNew Democratic Party

David WilksConservative Party of Canada

Christine YahnLibertarian Party of Canada

1. What do you consider to be the biggest issue, or need, in this riding?

The main priorities for me in Kootenay-Columbia will con-tinue to be infrastructure for both municipal and region-al government and improve-ments to the Trans-Canada Highway. The Build Canada Fund, a 53 billion dollar invest-ment over 10 years, will provide communities with the ability to work on infrastructure pri-orities. This year funding was approved for Nakusp, Revel-stoke, Golden, Fernie, RDEK Area “A” and Creston. I will continue to ensure that fund-ing for the Trans-Canada High-way is constant and consistent, building on the nearly 300 mil-lion dollars of improvements since 2011. This includes pro-jects at Clan Williams, Donald Bridge twinning and improve-ments throughout the Nation-al Parks.

2. Does your party plan to introduce some form of pro-portional representation? If so, when and how?

Through referendum, cit-izens in the Provinces of Ontario, BC and PEI have rejected proportional rep-resentation and have voted to keep the “first past the post” system. The Conservative Party supports the current system of “first past the post.”


I believe that an MP’s pri-mary role is to listen to the con-stituents in their riding and bring those issues to Parliament. Instead of telling everyone what I believe to be the greatest issue or need is, I want to hear from the people living and dealing with the issues and needs that direct-ly affect them. There will be a var-iety of answers to this question to reflect the myriad of issues in this riding, although I will offer my perspective on a primary issue below. It is my belief that if elect-ed It would be my duty to act as an extension of the peoples’ voice.

My personal primary issue is food security. In 2014 a feas-ibility study revealed that the West Kootenays alone were list-ed as importing 95% of their food and spending 224 million annu-ally on consumption. Would our local economy not benefit if a lar-ger portion of that money sup-ported our local food producers?

Of that 95% a good majority is imported from California, with droughts,fires and honeybee declines affecting pollination of major crops that leaves our area vulnerable in terms of food secur-ity.

We can avoid food shortages and price inflations through localizing food and buying local initiatives.

2. Does your party plan to intro-duce some form of proportional representation? If so, when and how?

The Libertarian party leader Tim Moen endorses Proportion-al Representation being imple-mented in the Canadian electoral system, he encourages candidates to educate themselves on the var-iety of PR options available and align ourselves with voting on the system that best supports our indi-vidual views. We would create a special joint standing committee equally formed of MPs and Sen-ators to examine reform options for the House of Commons elec-tions and senate appointments. The Libertarian party would introduce and vote on a form of PR before the next elections were to be held. I personally believe fair election reform needs to be introduced as soon as possible to properly restore democracy in Canada.


The most important issue in Kootenay-Columbia is creating a thriving economy in a healthy environment. We need more local jobs that provide family-sup-porting incomes, especially for young people. Fostering small business and renewable energy, strengthening our agriculture sector, supporting sustainable forestry, responsible mining and tourism are essential for our long-term prosperity. Investment in clean technology has been called the greatest business opportunity of this century. The Green Party will establish a Green Venture Capital Fund to aid small business start-ups and will reduce the cor-porate tax rate on small business. Green Party policy supports com-munity economic development with taxation and incentive pro-grams aimed at municipal infra-structure renewal, energy-effi-cient home construction and renovation, and clean energy. Many of the building blocks are already in place here. Given the opportunity, the people of Koo-tenay-Columbia have the ingenu-ity, initiative, smarts and skills to build a resilient, diversified low-carbon economy.


Proportional representation is a Green Party priority. Green MPs will begin work immediate-ly to legislate the end of first-past-the-post voting by establishing an all-party Democratic Voting Com-mission that will: (1) review past research, (2) conduct a public consultation on the style of pro-portional representation best suited to Canada, and (3) make recommendations to Parliament, including draft legislation, with-in 12 months. Electoral reform is of critical importance if we want to reinvigorate our democracy. A Green government will further strengthen our democracy by reducing the power of the Prime Minister’s Office, and will never force its MPs to vote on party lines.


From a democratic standpoint, the biggest issue in Kootenay Col-umbia is electing a Member of Parliament who will be a strong voice for the people of this area, who will deal with your issues in a respectful and timely way, and to have a government that shares your values.

I have spent my entire working life in public service. I understand your values, your daily challenges, and how government choices can have a significant impact on your lives.

My priorities are to help create jobs and to support families with a $15 a day per child childcare pro-gram. I am committed to ensur-ing that universal health care con-tinues, improving income for sen-iors, and treating our veterans with respect.

In order to accomplish this we need to elect a new government; a government committed to put-ting you first. In this riding, the NDP is the only choice to stop Stephen Harper and his reckless agenda for Canada.


An NDP government will bring in proportional representation. I am committed to making this election the last election to use the first-past-the-post voting sys-tem. No longer will a party with only 38% of the vote be able to form a majority, and, as a result, act with no regard for the 62% who did not vote for them.

Bringing in proportional rep-resentation will result in a more diverse and representative par-liament. And it will ensure that every vote counts. In this election, voters are having to consider vot-ing strategically to ensure that Stephen Harper does not form another majority.

This is why I’m asking voters in Kootenay Columbia to vote together for the NDP to stop Ste-phen Harper. My promise to trad-itional Green and Liberal voters in this area is that once the NDP brings in proportional represen-tation you will never have to vote strategically again.


The biggest issue or need in this riding is the need for strong rep-resentation in Ottawa and the need to begin working together as a region on the issues that affect rural regions. Close to 80% of Canadians live in urban commun-ities and rural issues are not highly visible on the national agenda. We need to have an MP who under-stands those issues and who can work across sectors and regions within the riding to begin to raise the profile of those issues and to build a new approach to work-ing together. We need to remem-ber that the primary responsibil-ity of a Member of Parliament is to represent the riding in Ottawa. We need an MP who understands that, who has the skills and experi-ence to do that effectively and who will be accountable to voters in the riding. I will hold annual accountability meetings in every community in the riding.


As part of a national engage-ment process, we will ensure that electoral reform measures – such as ranked ballots, proportional representation, mandatory vot-ing, and online voting – are fully and fairly considered by a special all-party parliamentary commit-tee. Within 18 months of form-ing government we will bring for-ward legislation to enact elector-al reform.

Our plan for a fair and open government moves far beyond electoral reform to include democratic parliamentary com-mittees, free votes, strengthening Elections Canada, an independ-ent Senate, and voter training for high school students. It is a sweep-ing agenda for real change that better reflects the values of Can-adians.

Unfortunately this govern-ment’s lack of respect for Par-liament is matched by a lack of respect for MPs. Millions of Can-adians thought they elected people to be their communities’ voice in Ottawa then watched those same people become Ste-phen Harper’s voice in their com-munities. That is something I can change right here.


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Candidates for each of the Conserv-ative Party, the Liber-al Party, the NDP and the Green Party have accepted invitations to participate in the forum. Libertarian Party candidate Chris-tina Yahn says she hopes to attend and bring food security issues to the forefront of the discussion.

While incumbents often take the most heat from other can-didates in these types of debates, none of the four MP-hopefuls that have committed to the Sept. 22 forum believed that was going to be the case in this instance.

“I hope it’s good dis-cussion, that’s what I’m looking forward to,” said David Wilks of the Conservative Party, the incumbent. “If it does happen…then I’ll deal with it from that perspective.”

“I can’t anticipate what other people will

do. For me person-ally, I’m much more interested in using the debate opportunity to give people a sense of who I am and what I bring to the race,” said Liberal candidate Don Johnston.

Instead, there are other items to dis-cuss that should pique everyone’s interest.

“Trans-Canada Highway, Trans-Can-ada Highway, Trans-Canada Highway…certainly in the Revel-stoke and Golden area, it is the number one issue,” Wilks said.

“Certainly the econ-omy, jobs within the Golden area especial-ly with the Temporary Foreign Workers Pro-gram and the environ-ment, but certainly (at the) top of the list is the Trans-Canada Highway,” he added.

“I’m assuming (the public) will ask about the Trans-Canada Highway, the Nation-al Parks portion of it in particular which for a long time has been

in need of repair and improvement,” said Wayne Stetski of the NDP. “The state of the National Parks in general is important to people that live in Golden.”

“What I’m find-ing throughout the riding is the econ-omy and jobs, that’s no surprise…it var-ies a bit from com-munity to commun-ity depending on the strength of their local economy but I think it is, overall, a top cam-paign issue,” said Bill Green of the Green Party.

Strategic voting is a reality of the first past the post system and will likely play a role again when the elec-torate goes to the polls on Oct. 19. According to a recent Léger poll, only 24 per cent of respondents want the current government to be re-elected, which is surprisingly less than the Conserva-tive’s level of support, which stands at 28

per cent according to the same poll. That’s two points behind the second-place Liber-als and three points behind the NDP in what has become a hotly contested three-way race at the nation-al level.

That could lead traditionally Liberal voters to choose the NDP, or vice versa, depending on who is seen as having the big-ger chance to topple the Tories.

Stetski, whose party finished in a clear second place in Koo-tenay-Columbia four years ago, welcomes the idea of strategic voting on election day.

“When you look at the numbers, the NDP in this riding are best positioned to make that change happen that Canadians are looking for across Canada,” he said.

Johnston, whose Liberals finished a dis-tant fourth in 2011, says that the candidate forums scheduled to take place across the riding will give him a chance to show voters what he and his party are about.

“(The forum) is where people get a chance to take the measure of the can-didate and sort of get away a little bit from all of the noise…at the

national level,” John-ston said. “At the end of the day, I’m asking people to elect Don Johnston. I’m not ask-ing them to elect Jus-tin Trudeau. I’m say-ing, as the Liberal can-didate, that I’m an option that deserves fair and reasonable consideration.”

As for Green, the debates will also be an opportunity for him to show the pub-lic that his party is an option for those seek-ing change.

“I’m trying to con-vince people that we’re running a strong campaign, that Green support is growing across B.C.

and in this riding.”“One of the advan-

tages of a long cam-paign period is that people have two and a half months to learn about the candidates, the policies, the par-ties and priorities…we need to encour-age more people to vote…and vote posi-tively for the chan-ges they want,” Green said.

Members of the vot-ing public are free to submit their ques-tions to the Chamber in person or online by Sept. 16.

Doors will open on Sept. 22 at 6:30 p.m. and the forum will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Trans-Canada Highway to be important issue at Golden forum


Golden’s new school year will bring with it a few changes to the curriculum.

The Rocky Mountain school district (SD 6) signed its first Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement at the end of the last school year, making this the first school year with the enhanced programs.

The agreement supports the academ-ic, cultural and social needs of all Aborig-inal learners in SD 6. The agreement also includes four goals, which are set within the teachings of a medicine wheel. Each goal (cultural, mental, physical and emo-tional) has equal importance and provides a holistic approach to enhance school suc-cess.

The Province's new education minister, Mike Bernier, is also starting a three-year transition to a new curriculum, which will emphasize "hands-on" learning, environ-mental education and an aboriginal per-spective. These areas will be present in "every single component in the curricu-lum."

The Rocky Mountain school district has 15 Aboriginal education support workers that collaborate with teachers to integrate Aboriginal content in the classroom and provide academic assistance to students. They also connect elders to the classroom and plan community events.

The district, which includes the com-munities of Invermere, Kimberley and

Golden, also invites local artisans to share their craft with students.

"Rocky Mountain school district is very pleased to be signing its first Aborigin-al education agreement with our part-ners. This agreement is a statement of our shared commitment and vision for all Aboriginal learners and signifies the importance that we all place on the rela-tionships that support the education-al enhancement of each student," said Amber Byklum, Rocky Mountain school district board chair.

The six-year completion rate for Aborig-inal students in SD 6 has improved from 55.7% in 2009-10 to 63.4% in 2013-14. The provincial six-year completion rate for Aboriginal students is now at a record high of 61.6%.

As for the other changes to the school curriculum, parents can look for them-selves at grade-by-grade documents post-ed at curriculum.gov.bc.ca, listing learning standards and areas of emphasis.

In the science curriculum, for example, students are to be taught “big ideas” that in Grade 1 include “observable patterns and cycles occur in the local sky and land-scape.”

By Grade 8, they are to learn how “Earth and its climate have changed over geo-logical time.”

Science competencies required by Grade 7 include the ability to “exercise a healthy, informed skepticism and use sci-entific knowledge and findings for their

own investigations to evaluate claims in sec-ondary sources” such as media reports.

By that time they should be able to iden-tify possible sources of error in their investi-

gations, understand qualitative and quan-titative evidence and “demonstrate an awareness of assumptions … and bias in their own work and secondary sources.”

Golden Secondary School students Katie Brock, left, and Chelsea Langan, right, read out poems they wrote for Tom Jobin, centre. It was part of a 2013 project called Connecting with Elders where students from the Columbia Valley got together with community elders to hear their stories. The poems they wrote were compiled into a book. Star Photo

Aboriginal education will be enhanced in Rocky Mountain district

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Health in Public Schools Medical Services

Editor,

In its most recent Update Newsletter, the Rural Coordin-ation Centre of BC announced that an agreement had been reached between the BC Ministry of Health and Alberta Health Services to facilitate access to PET scans for our patients.

A PET scan is a very specialized X-Ray test used almost exclusively to evaluate complex cancers. Until now, resi-dents of our community had to travel to Vancouver for this test unless they had received pre-approval from the Ministry to have the test done in Calgary. The process was

cumbersome and inappropriately delayed care, essential-ly blocking access. Patients would frequently opt not to have the test done because they were too unwell to travel to Vancouver.

The agreement is excellent news. It means that if your doctor feels a PET scan is indicated in your situation, you could be referred directly to Calgary to have the test done there. This would apply even if your cancer care is coordinated through another centre such as Kelowna.

We are grateful for the Ministry’s efforts to facilitate access to care for our patients.

Jean-Gaston DesCoteauxChief of Staff, Golden and District Hospital.

Election Vandalism

Letter to the Editor:

Politics at its best? Or politics at its worst?

With the official start of the fed-eral election being called over the August long weekend, we also saw the start of political parties’ election sign campaigns. Now, love them, or hate them, they are part of the political tradition in Canada, and one of the most effective ways that candidates have to put their names forward to the public.

As the Campaign Manager for Wayne Stetski, I knew that people would quickly tire of seeing too many campaign signs on public property. So, our team has chosen to be judi-cious and sparing in our approach.

Every election in which I have par-ticipated in this area has had some level of mischief perpetrated on cam-paign signs, of all political stripes. Actions range from supposedly humorous slogans added to signs, to theft of hundreds of signs in a single night, to signs actually being burned.

But I have always chosen to believe that these were the actions of mis-guided pranksters. I have never

believed that it was politically motiv-ated or the targeted actions of another campaign.

This weekend, reports were made of widespread theft and damage of signs in communities across the rid-ing, and a number of these incidents were severe enough to be reported to the RCMP.

Unfortunately, this weekend, some campaign supporters also decid-ed to make this a partisan issue, and statements have been made accusing other campaigns of orchestrating the damage. This is not acceptable in my view.

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By the time this paper comes out, children will be back in school. And with the new school year, inevitably comes discus-sions about child safety at the schools. And I’m not talking about bullying or stranger danger here. This year the discussions are surrounding health.

There has been a push from the government, or I should say the govern-ment appointed Prov-incial Health Officer, to make vaccination dec-larations mandatory for enrolment at public schools. This does not mean that the vaccinations are mandatory, only that par-ents have to disclose whether or not their children have been vaccinated for things such as measles, polio, chicken pox and whooping cough when they enroll. That way, if an outbreak occurs they can insist that those children stay home, preventing the further spread of the disease, until the outbreak is under control.

Many people think that this isn’t enough, that vac-cinations should be mandatory in British Colum-bia for children attending public school. Earlier this year, the Globe and Mail reported that two-thirds of Canadians believe that children should not be per-mitted to attend daycare or school unless they have received all of their recommended childhood vac-cinations.

In a different online poll (June 2015) it showed that in British Columbia, 78 per cent of survey respondents supported mandatory vaccines for childhood diseases such as polio and measles.

Now forcing parents to vaccinate their children when they don’t want to (or find alternate educa-tion for them other than public school) is a pretty extreme notion for Canada, a country that boasts a live and let live attitude. So the government may stick with its current policy of letting each family decide.

However, many schools in B.C. are already practis-ing this philosophy of imposing “health conscious choices” on their students and their families. I’m referring to “peanut-free” schools.

I’m not venturing to say whether either of these policies are right or wrong, I’m not a parent. But I find them to be in direct conflict with one another. On the one hand, schools restrict the kind of food students can bring into the school to protect other students who may have a dangerous allergy...putting the health of every individual student at a higher pri-ority than their right to choose their own food.

On the other hand, the schools do not force man-datory vaccinations for illnesses that are highly con-tagious, putting each family’s right to choose wheth-er they want vaccinations for their children at a high-er priority than the overall health of the student population.

So which is more important in public schools...individual rights, or health safety? The fact that both these policies exist show that the government has not chosen an answer to that question. So I expect that sometime down the line, we’ll either see pea-nuts back in all schools, or only vaccinated children will be allowed to attend them.

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Stars to Cam at IGA for going above and beyond to resolve a problem for me. You’re the best. From Kate.

Stingers to the end of summer :(.

Stars to the Vancouver Whitecaps for hosting a great soccer camp for Golden youth!

Stars to whoever keeps smashing the election sign on 10th Ave. N. I now know who I’m vot-ing for, the poor candi-

date who has had their signs destroyed!

Stingers to the local auto repair place who steals stuff!

A Star to the wonderful people in this com-munity who are always available to help get me out of a jam when I’m in trouble. You guys (and girls) rock!

Stingers to people who damage campaign signs.

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the awesome seafood dinner!

Stingers to certain indi-viduals, they know who they are, who only think about themselves.

Stingers to noisy neigh-bours who feel that just because it’s a long weekend that they can do whatever they want and keep others awake at night!

Stars to Omega for the sweet wings and ser-vice.

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Let me be absolute-ly clear. Vandalism and theft of campaign signs is a crime. It cannot be tolerat-ed, and it must be reported.

I choose to see the place-ment of campaign signs as politics at its best: individ-uals donating to buy cam-paign signs and hardwork-ing volunteers taking the time to put the signs up and maintain them.

This is true for every cam-paign team in Kootenay Columbia. And I believe that we all need to respect this fact, and respect each other.

Joy OrrCampaign Manager for Wayne Stetski NDP Candidate for Koote-

nay Columbia

Proven Leadership? The robotic responses of our current Prime Minister to reporters' ques-

tions about the Duffy affair, and now his preference for a military solution to the refugee crisis - these are images that would seem in sharp contrast to the Conservative campaign ad notion of Leadership.

So let's take a look at Harper's claim of Proven Leadership. Some cred-ible examples of proven leadership: Peter Lougheed, Frank McKenna, Ed Schreyer, Roy Romanow, none of whom rammed legislation through just because they could - they led; also, Lester Pearson, who passed very consequential legislation without a majority - he led. These leaders were widely respected, and widely supported. Please, where is the evidence for Harper's Proven Leadership? Judging purely from the polls, it seems 30% of Canadians follow his lead. Maybe 10% are undecided. But at least 60% of Canadians do not. So then consider Harper on the world stage. The U.S. could hardly be said to following Harper's lead - need I men-tion Keystone? And with notable exceptions such as the Prime Minister of Israel, not only do other world leaders not follow his lead, but because of Mr. Harper's pugilistic approach to international issues, Canada lost a position at the UN it normally would have gotten. Even fewer follow-ers there. So, a catchy slogan, Proven Leadership, but like much Harper rhetoric, it feels like an empty one.

Or is Proven Leadership all about who can raise the most money? Who can deny that Harper excels there! Each and every piece of legislation seems all, and only, about creating a reason to ask the base for more money. Each and every policy seems to be framed to stoke the fires of dis-content with the other guy, the opposition, rather than with finding com-mon cause, again in aid of asking the base for money to fight the "ene-

my". Each and every pronouncement seems all about harvesting and stor-ing up more money to run the endless campaign. And, then, once every four years, oh-mi-gosh, the Harper government lifts its head, sniffs the air for potential voters, the rest of Canada becomes visible, so with prom-ises of a tax credit here, a tax credit there, everywhere a tax credit, we are promised the use of our taxpayer dollars to buy our votes. But, with another majority, experience suggests - strongly - that most of us would again become invisible to the Harper Conservatives. So, is governing, between elections, to be undertaken purely in aid of raising money to run the next election? An upside-down approach, if I ever saw one!

And the opposition has been forced to follow suit after Harper gutted what was seen internationally as a very good system of financing free and fair elections. Now we have, instead, endless tub-thumping from each party in a race to see who can raise the most money. Endless requests for $5, $10, more. So each quarterly cycle is a rising crescendo of pleading for more money to fight the other guy.

This feels like a race to the bottom that soon very few will feel good about. It promises more of divisive uber-partisanship and politicians laser-focused on financial supporters rather than on diverse citizens' needs - U.S.-style politics, anyone? More importantly, it feels altogeth-er too much like foresaking Canadian values about the common good. I don't want Canada to "stay the course" under Harper's Proven Leader-ship on replacing "peace, order and good government" with his fundrais-ing model of governing in Canada. Do you? Do you really, really, want four more years of this??

Merriene DuncanNelson

Interior Health: Recognizing mental health issues in CanadaSubmitted by Interior Health

What do a semicolon tattoo, the phrase “To Write Love on Her Arms” and cycling all have in common? They are all social media movements dedicated to inspire and encourage discus-sion about mental illness, recovery and hope. At first glance, it is unclear how these three things connect to mental illness. The fact is, not many of us will take the time to understand these social media movements until we know why they matter.

In any given year, one in five people in Canada will experi-ence a mental health problem or illness, with a cost to the

economy in excess of $50 billion. Only one in three people who experience a mental health problem will seek out and receive treatment. Of the approximately 4,000 Canadians who die every year as a result of suicide, many were confront-ing a mental health problem or illness.

I urge you to take a moment to read some of the person-al stories being shared in connection with these movements. The stories of struggle, recovery and hope are uniting voices that often go unheard; messages like there’s no health with-out mental health and you are not alone resonate powerful-ly. Leveraging the conversation about reducing the stigma of

mental illness can be simple yet inspiring. Project Semi-Colon uses a simple semicolon symbol to carry a powerful message – their website says that a semicolon is used when an author could’ve chosen to end their sentence, but chose not to. The author is you and the sentence is your life.

September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day, an annual event to reduce stigma and promote dialogue. This year’s theme is Preventing Suicide: Reaching Out and Saving Lives. It serves as a call to action to both individuals and organiza-tions. We all have a role to play in preventing suicide by offer-ing support; we can make a difference and help save lives.

Golden Cinema presents:The Man From U.N.C.L.E. Showing Sept. 11 to Sept. 17. Shows are at 7pm daily.

This WeekArt Gallery of Golden presents: Lyn Baldwin, Finding Place: Exploring Home through Field Journal Art. At the AGOG from June 19-Sept. 9. .

Wed, Sept. 9Golden Public Health presents Baby Talk for new parents and kids every Wed., 1:30-3pm in the Early Learning Centre. 12 months and under. 250-344-3001 for more info.Hapkido Martial Arts Wed., Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:15-8:15pm (adults). Parent and Tot Play Group Wed. 10:30am-12pm at the Rec Plex. Follows school schedule. 344-2000 for info.Let’s Do Lunch - Networking Lunch from noon-1pm at the Island Restaurant on Sept. 9.

Thurs, Sept. 10 Men’s Basketball Thur. 7:30-9:30pm at the Rec Plex. Bridge Club every Thur. at the Senior’s Centre 1-4pm. 250-344-5448.Golden Toastmasters Thursdays, 7:30pm at College of the Rockies.Mountain Magic Quilters Guild Thur., 7:30-9pm in the GSS sewing room. New members/guests welcome, annual mem-bership is $25.Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub every Thursday.A.A Meetings Thursdays, at the Family Centre, 421 9th Ave N. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre Band Of Guys drop-in for male teens (12-18) every Thursday 3:45-5:30pm.Cribbage at the Golden Seniors Centre every Thursday from 1-3pm.

English Language Classes, free! Tue. & Thur. 10am-12pm. 344-8392 to register.Trivia Challenge on Sept. 10 at the Golden Civic Centre at 5:30pm. Teams of 1-6 can sign up to win prizes. Cost is $50 per team. Meet and Greet with Bill Green from 6-7:30pm at Bacchus Books on Sept. 10.

Fri, Sept. 11A.A Meetings Fridays at the Lutheran Church basement 915 - 9th St S. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre drop-in Fridays from 3:30-7:30pm.Friday Night Bridge at 7pm at St. Andrew’s Centre for Peace. 250-344-5448.Mother Goose Program Fri. 10:30-11:30am at the Early Years Centre. Snacks are included.Special Olympics “FUNdamentals” youth program Fri. 9-10am at APES. For children 7-12 years with intellectual disabilities. Call 250-919-0757 for info.FREE Settlement Services to help new-comers to Canada with English language training, citizenship, community resources, banking, hous-ing, and more! Fridays from 9-11am. Call 250-344-8392.Seniors Society AGM 2pm at the Seniors Centre on Sept. 11.

Sat, Sept. 12A.A Meetings Sat. at the Golden Museum. All meet-ings are open and start at 8pm.Saturday Lego Club at the Library from 11am-12pm for all school aged children.Golden Farmers’ Market Saturday market from 10am-3pm in the CP Parking Lot.9th Annual Golden Stompdown on Sept. 12

at the Golden skate park.International Wild & Scenic Film Festival Wildsight Golden is host-ing an outdoor film festi-val on Sept. 12 at Keith King Park featuring out-door adventure and envi-ronmental films.8th Annual Triangle poker run on Sept. 12 from 8am-3pm. Starts at Omega.

Sun, Sept. 13Sunday Howl open mic at the Wolf’s Den Sundays 4-8pm.Magic the Gathering Game Tournament 12-5pm at Bizarre Entertainment.The Golden Motorcycle Riders 2nd Annual Toy Run Sunday, Sept. 13 @11:30am meet at KHMR for refreshments. Bring a new unwrapped toy.Golden Museum Fall FaireOn Sept. 13 in front of the Golden Museum. Events include wife carry and lawn tractor racing.

Mon, Sept. 14Heroclix League 6-9pm Mondays at Bizarre Entertainment.Picnic in the Park Play & Chat Mondays from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Alexander Park Elementary playground. N.A Meetings Mon. in the Library basement. 8pm. Golden Youth Centre drop-in every Monday from 5-8pm.Nicholson Parent & Tot Mondays from 9-11am at Nicholson School.Crafts at the Seniors Centre every Monday from 1--3pm.Art classes at the Golden Seniors Centre every Monday from 10am-3pm.Hapkido Martial Arts Mon., Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:15-8:15pm (adults).Al-Anon Group meets Mondays at the Women’s Centre from 6-7pm. 344-6492 for more info.

Tues, Sept. 15A.A Meetings Tues. at the United Church 901 11th Ave S. Alley Ent. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre drop-in Tuesdays from 3:30-7:30pm.Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 Edition Tuesdays 6-9pm at Bizarre Entertainment.FREE Settlement Services to help new-comers to Canada with English training, citizen-ship, community resourc-es, banking, housing, and more! Tues. 1-3pm. 250-344-8392.Golden Shotokan Karate Tues. & Thurs. 6-6:45pm (kids) 7-8:30pm (adults).Grab a Granny and Go, Tuesdays at 3:30pm at Durand Manor.T.O.P.S (take off pounds sensibly) Family Centre, Tue., 6-7pm. 344-7228, 344-6492 for more details. English Language Classes, free! Tue. & Thur. 10am-12pm. 344-8392 to register.

Upcoming Events Community Connections learn about Golden’s non-profits and recreational groups at the Rec Plex on Sept. 17 from 6:30-8pm.Golden Ultra A three-day mountain running stage race from Sept. 18-20.Wood Carving Exhibition all day outside the Rockwater Grill on Sept. 19Terry Fox Run from 9am-noon on Sept. 20.All Candidates Forum for the federal election can-didates on Sept. 20 from 7-9:30pm at the Civic Centre.2015 BikeFest Sept. 25-27. Weekend events include a movie premier, Top to Town Enduro, Townie Tour, Kids Poker Ride, and Cedar Lake Barbecue.Rusalka Opera at the Golden Civic Centre on Sept. 26 at 7pm. Tickets available at AGOG.


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Sometimes trying something different can be rewarding: the chorizo breakfast wrap at Tim Hortons, sprinkling a bit of feta cheese on my scram-bled eggs, adding a pinch of salt to hot chocolate.

Occasionally, trying out an independent film with an unknown director and a cast full of fresh faces can hold similar value.

Unfortunately, and quite convincing-ly, this was not one of those times.

The A-List, which is

supposed to be a com-edy, tells the rather strange story of Syl-via, a nerdy guidance counsellor who is still haunted by her high school experience where she was picked on, bullied and lone-ly. It gets strange when she enlists the help of one of her stu-dents, Eric Shultz, who happens to be the most popular kid in school and needs Sylvia to fix one of his grades so he can graduate.

Sylvia has a list of accomplishments that she was never able to complete in high school and she

decides that it would be fulfilling to live vicariously through Eric as he completes them.

Items on the list include a date with the quarterback, becoming a cheer-leader and streaking through the halls.

It’s an odd prem-ise that’s mildly creepy at times as this thirty-something counsellor coerces a high school kid into increasingly risky behaviour. Not exact-ly a laugh-inducing plot.

Littered amongst the cast of characters are the typical high

school stereotypes: the gossip queen, the nerdy sidekick and the dumb jock. It feels like characters were slapped together with little to no creativity and it certainly shows in the final product. There’s precious lit-tle opportunity for the audience to build any kind of connec-tion with any of the major players.

The A-List is actual-ly littered with B-list actors. The cast is rarely convincing and the dialogue lacks flow, making it a tedi-ous watch at best and a downright snoozer at its worst. This has

very little chance of holding your atten-tion. Best to skip it.

The A-List is worth just 3 mouse clicks out of 10.

The Net Result: The A-List gets a big, fat F

The A-List is filled with problems that make it a skippable flick, chief among them a poor cast and an even poorer plot. Astromech Records


With a new album entitled Golden, it’s only appro-priate that singer/songwriter Ben Kunder make a stop here in town for a concert to promote the new release.

Kunder has been making music for close to a dec-ade, but it’s taken him until now to complete his debut solo album

His voice fills your heart and keeps you warm, Kun-der writes songs for everyone. Trained as an actor and musical theatre performer, he has a way of breaking down the fourth wall and connecting with people. His powerful voice is a driving force in his music, guiding his songs by creating impressive and tactful melodies and dynamics.

Kunder has been writing and producing his music independently for over 8 years, and to make records, has had many opportunities to work, get his hands dirty and appreciate the beautiful struggle. A handy-man and carpenter, Kunder has lived all across this beautiful country, from his solar powered cabin on Salt Spring Island, BC, where he spent his days chop-ping wood and chasing deer from the garden, to liv-ing in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, working at the Confederation Centre for the Arts. Now, he is back to where he started his journey in his hometown of Toronto.

His new album ‘Golden’, co-produced with John Dinsmore (Sarah Harmer, Kathleen Edwards and

Elliott Brood ) of Lincoln County Social Club and NQ Arbuckle was released on May 26 of this year.

Ben Kunder is full of spirit and his songs embody

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Ontario artist debuts new album ‘Golden’ here in Golden

Toronto singer/songwriter Ben Kunder will be playing songs from his debut album Golden, here in Golden on Sept. 27. Photo Submitted

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The annual Take Back the Night event, hosted by the Golden Women’s Resource Centre, is coming up on Friday Sept. 18 in Spirit Square at 6:30 p.m.

The annual event takes place world-wide to raise awareness, and bring an end to violence against women.

This is a federal election year, and violence against woman has become an election topic. NDP lead-er Tom Mulcair has pledged funding to curb violence against women, aboriginal women in particular. The funding would cover shelters for victims of violence, as well as an inquiry into the 1,200 aboriginal women who have gone missing since the 1980s.

The Golden event will include marching, speeches, local performances, and hot chocolate and cof-fee to keep you warm. All are welcome to attend.

Event brings light to gender violenceParticipants at Take Back the Night march over the Pedestrian Bridge with signs at last year’s event. Star Photo


The Golden Fall Faire is back this year, and even though the location has changed you can still expect to see some of your favourite events.

The always popular tractor races through an oval track will be as exciting as ever, and the sure to be hilarious wife carry race will still be there.

Not to mention all of the Fall Faire staples, like baking and produce competitions, quilt-ing and collectables displays, and this year there will also be a few children’s categories like a Lego build.

There will also be plenty of entertainment for those who just want to wander down and check things out. Live music will be lined up all day, the Farmers’ Market will be set up, Jocelyn the Clown and a bouncy castle will keep the kids entertained, and the Golden Fries Food Truck and Rotary Barbecue will keep everyone fed.

The faire will be at the Gold-en Museum on Sunday Sept. 13, so go down and check out the festivities.

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Golden’s support network for those suffering or affected by cancer or chronic illness is con-tinuing to host events to make sure survivors are not only sur-viving, but thriving.

The next workshop is a Guid-ed Meditation for Journaling. This session will allow partici-pants to gain practice with guid-ed meditation, explore the mind-body connection, and then reflect upon that and put in on paper.

The session will be guided by Kristie McGregor at Element Therapeutics.

“Participation has been real-ly strong,” said Ruth Finnie, the group’s organizer. “But if any-one is unsure, they can come and just observe, see what it’s all about.”

The Guided Mediation for Journaling will take place at Ele-ment Therapeutics on Sept. 10 at 7 p.m.

If you are interested in attending, or have any ques-tions, contact Finnie at 250-344-2171.

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The Golden Fall Faire may have moved venues, but you’ll still be able to see the traditional lawn tractor race (pic-tured above from the 2012 faire), and wife carry (pictured right from the 2012 faire). Star Photos


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Community Connections EveningThursday September 17th 2015 6:30pm - 8pm @ Mount 7 Rec Plex

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Soccer Academy hits Golden

The Vancouver Whitecaps youth program held a camp in Golden last week. Youth of all ages learned a range of skills across the multi-day camp. It was the first time the soccer club has hosted a camp in Golden. Joel Tansey/Star Photos

Golden Golf Club to host first ever Junior Skills Challenge


The next Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy or Brooke Hen-derson could be on hand for the Golden Golf Club’s Jun-

ior Skills Challenge later this month. The event, which is similar to the popular Drive, Chip and Putt events held in both the U.S. and Canada, is open to juniors from ages four to 18 and the competition will take place across five separate age categories.

Points are accumulated through driving, putting, chip-ping and iron play challenges, with the parameters differ-ing from age group to age group.

“Just like every golf course, we’re trying to grow the jun-ior side of things,” said Graeme Kreiner, head profession-al at the club.

Eventually, Kreiner believes the club may participate in the national Drive, Chip and Putt competition but says that for the first year it was important to keep the competition local.

“At this point we first need to kind of do a grass roots (event) here in town,” Kreiner said.

While the competition is mostly for fun, there are some significant prizes available for the winners as well. The top two finishers in each age category will receive a jun-ior membership for the 2016 season, and another lucky competitor will receive a membership through a random draw.

“(The winners) will know they’ll be able to play as much as they want the following year and that just kind of spring-boards them into the game,” Kreiner said. “As much as there’s a competitive part to this…we’re trying to make it

more of a fun thing…(winning) isn’t the most important part it’s more about just getting out there and trying these four different skill categories.”

The event will take place at both the driving range and on the putting green.

“Guests and members are going to see the event…we want it to be front row centre to make it as big as possible and make the kids feel very important, like it’s a big deal,” Kreiner said.

Local junior participation in golf has stabilized in recent years and the club continues to make an effort to get kids involved in the game through family days and the addi-tion of yellow tee boxes for junior golfers this season.

“We’re always trying to do a better job of getting more young people involved in the game,” Kreiner said, recalling his youth where he’d bike down to the golf course, play all day, and then call his dad for a ride home in the evening.

“I’d play like 54 or 72 holes a day,” he laughed. According to Kreiner, the industry got so big that it neg-

lected the potential for growth amongst youth. “It’s important to open it back up,” he said. Entry is $10 for each participant and that includes an

Under Armour hat, a sleeve of golf balls and lunch. The challenge will get underway on Sept. 26 at noon.

Anyone with interest in volunteering for the event is asked to contact the pro shop.

Young golfers like Micah Duchman will have a chance to show their skills at the golf club’s first Junior Skills Challenge on Sept. 26. Photo Submitted


Less than a week

after getting shutout 5-0 at home in their exhibition debut, the Golden Rockets fared

a little better in their second, and final, war-mup game at home on Sept. 4, losing 4-1 to the

Revelstoke Grizzlies. That loss was sand-

wiched between a 5-4 win over the Colum-

bia Valley Rockeis on Sept. 3 and an 8-1 drubbing at the hands of the Grizzlies the fol-

lowing night in Revel-stoke.

With just seven goals in their four presea-son games, goal scor-ing has been a chal-lenge for Golden in the early going, but head coach Jason Ste-phens says he isn’t concerned.

“I think it’s com-ing together, you can’t panic in exhib-ition,” Stephens said, while pointing out that some talented forwards were due to be sent down to the Rockets in the coming days following Junior A tryouts.

On Friday night at home, Brennan Fuoco got the Rock-ets on the board early with a PP marker, giv-ing the home faithful reason to celebrate, but it was mostly all Grizzlies from there.

The Rockets man-aged to hit a couple of posts, one coming on a beautiful second period shot by Tan-ner Wit that struck the far post squarely, but couldn’t find another goal the rest of the night.

Not in the lineup was last year’s leading scorer Ian Desrosier, who paced the Rock-ets with 31 goals and 55 points a year ago but sat out the Friday night contest as vet-erans often do in the pre-season.

Desrosier, a Gold-en native, was named captain by Stephens last week.

“It’s definitely an honour..he had 21 guys in there to pick from and he chose me,” he said.

“Especially playing

at home here.” It wasn’t always a

sure thing that the 20-year old would return for a final sea-son in Golden, but he says the early impres-sion he got from his first-year head coach helped sway him to come back for one more year.

“He definitely changed my mind about coming back. Just talking to him in the off-season, it seemed like he knew a lot of stuff, he had a lot of good ideas about the way we were head-ed this year so that definitely changed my mind around for sure,” he said.

The 5’11” forward, who becomes the second consecutive local to be named captain after Daniel Dahlin, says that he

plans to lead both on the ice and in the lock-er room. He’s also reached out to his for-mer captain for some advice as he prepares to sport the ‘C’.

“I’ve learned from a lot of good captains over the years. I think I’ll be able to get the guys going a lot and make sure that the team’s always focused. I’m pretty excited to have the opportunity to be the leader of the team.”

The Rockets will get their regular season underway on Friday (Sept. 11) when they host the Kamloops Storm. They’ll close out the opening week-end with a road date against the defending champion Kimberley Dynamiters the fol-lowing night.


Public Notice Annual Nomination Call for Community Volunteer Award

Once again Town Council would like to honour an exceptional individual who has contributed to the well being of Golden through outstanding volunteerism and community commitment. If you feel that someone in our community deserves this award, please send a letter of nomination with the reasons you feel qualify them to Golden Town Council.Nomination letters should be titled “Community Volunteer Award” and may be dropped off at Town Hall, mailed to Box 350, Golden, V0A 1H0, or e-mailed to [email protected]. The award will be given at the annual Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards night on Saturday, October 24th, 2015.The past recipients of the award have been Garry Bjarnason, Paul Hambruch, Colleen Palumbo, Terry Schiesser, Anne Galligan, Roy Nixon, Joyce Nixon, Orlando Pecora, Wendy Pecora, Lawrence Charlton, Delbert Johnson, Shauna Robinson, May Yurik, Glen Ewan, Robert and Phyllis Anderson, Doreen Kelly, and Lori Roseberry.The deadline for submission of nominations is end of day Monday, September 14th, 2015.

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Goaltender Chandler Billinghurst and defenceman Brennan Fuoco keep an eye on the puck during exhibition action against Revelstoke Friday night. (Below, left) Ian Desrosier will be counted on for both offense and leadership as the team’s 2015/16 captain. Joel Tansey/Star Photos

The Golden Era, December 7, 1895:

Golden – The Pro-gressive Commercial Metropolis of East-ern B.C. – A brief Resume of the Advan-tages, Attractions, Resources and Possi-bilities of the Future.

Opportunities For engaging in mining, lumbering, farming, ranching, or certain lines of retail, com-mercial, enterprise are unexcelled.

Distance, like time, frequently exalts the insignificant into importance and reduces the import-

ant to insignificant. For all interested, or whom it is desir-able to interest, this sketch in intended.

In an article of this character only the more important matters have been spoken of, while mat-ter of minor import-ance have received only cursory atten-tion or have been passed in silence.

An application for more detailed information, will no doubt be promptly answered by address-ing any business man whose name appears in this issue. In review of the fact that this issue is designed for general circula-tion, we propose to give, briefly and con-cisely as possible, some of the advan-tages, attractions and resources of Golden.

Whether we shall succeed in bringing new citizens, mech-

anics, manufactur-ers, miners, farm-ers, or ranchers to this locality or not, we are still conscious of the fact that any “write up” once print-ed and given to the world is never lost but enters upon a sort of immorality of its own and exerts some influence, greater or loss, as the case may be.

In the business “write ups” we have the condensed result of years of experi-ence, and the new-comer, using them as a criterion cannot possibly go astray.

Golden is a pros-perous, enterprising town located in the eastern part of Brit-ish Columbia, near the confluence of the Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers.

The town is on the main line of the C.P.R., 1007 miles from Winnipeg and

475 miles from Van-couver. It is the initial terminal for the steam boat transpor-tation company and the stage lines of the mining districts on

this part of the Prov-ince; and is the com-mercial metropolis of Eastern British Col-umbia.

Continued on page 14

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Planning for the future is exciting, but because nothing ever stays the same, you need to think big when you sit down with an advis-or. That means considering what direction you want your life to go in over the long term, and preparing for any surprises that may pop up along the way (both welcome and not-so-wel-come).

Just ask Sandra Schmidt, an advisor with Sun Life in Vancouver. She says, “Your finances change as your life changes, be it marriage, a new job or a baby. So you need to revisit your goals on a regular basis.”

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may be your dream, but unless you carefully pre-pare for the additional financial commitment involved, you could end up overwhelmed. An advisor can help you set realistic goals not only regarding how much you can afford to spend on a home, but also around all of the other costs involved, from heating and hydro to basic reno-vations and repairs.

2. Merging your financesWhen you decide to settle down with the love

of your life, you won’t just be merging your households. You need to think about how best

to merge your finances as well. Whether it’s planning for the costs of a wedding or just figur-ing out how your different financial goals and savings fit together, an advisor can help you cre-ate a long-term plan that works for both of you.

3. Starting a familyKids change everything, including your finan-

cial plan. As you start your family, you need to consider the added costs of raising kids, from daycare to sports equipment to university. An advisor can help you plan for those costs and provide you with information on the advantages of savings vehicles such as registered education savings plans (RESPs).

4. SetbacksNot all milestones are planned for or wel-

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Golden dubbed ‘Commercial Metropolis of Eastern BC’ in 1895

A woman sits on a horse in Donald in 1897. Photo courtesy of the Golden Museum

- Turning Back the Pages -By Colleen Palumbo



The churches English, Presbyterian Roman Cath-olic and Methodist are sustained by large and enthusi-astic congregations who worship in substantial edi-fices.

A lodge of the Independent Order of Oddfellows has a large membership.

The homes of Golden will compare favorably – artis-tically and architecturally – with many eastern towns. These homes are not only models of comfort and con-venience but are homes – homes in the deepest, nob-lest, truest sense of the term.

The hospital here is partially supported by the Prov-incial Government and by local citizens and is one of the most meritous and worthy enterprises in the dis-

trict. It is superintended by skillful medical practi-tioners who have the best interest of the institution at heart.

A curling rink offers recreative amusements to lovers of the “roarin game,” while the skating rink is well patronized by the youth and beauty of Golden.

As a summer resort Golden might bid with success for popular favor. This country is replete with roman-tic scenery, interesting drivers, delightful boating and sailing, good fishing and hunting, shady retreats, excellent camping grounds, while a trip in the Colum-bia will ever afford a pleasant remembrance.

The river teems with fish, the valleys with the feath-ered tribe, while to the more venturesome a trip into the mountains will result in the capture of large game. The rivers and mountains also abound in legendary

lore sufficient to furnish the quash historian food for reflection for a life time.

There is not better criterion to judge of the process and culture of a community than is to be found in an examination of educational resources. In this respect Golden has kept full pace with her progress in other lines, and there in no town of her size in the province possessing a better system of education than is to be found here.

The instructions afforded are amply practical, great attention being paid to the presentation of pupils for entrance into the greatest schools in the world. The public school system is under the most excellent man-agement.

Scarcely a vacant office, store or house is to be found in town.

Early Golden boasts a strong education system, second to none

Wildsight GoldenSubmitted

Wildsight Golden is hosting a ‘fruitful’ celebration in honour of our community’s apple abundance.

In collaboration with several organizations (Gold-en Farmers' Market, Golden Food Bank, WildSafeBC and Region 4 Indigenous Co-op), the 2nd Annual Gold-en Apple Festival will be held on Saturday, September 26, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Spirit Square.

Our community's apple press will be a central feature for all who would like to juice their apples. So bring one, bring all apples, and don’t forget to bring a container to carry your delicious and juicy harvest home. Festival par-ticipants will be entertained with live music performed by John Jenkins’ Smalltown Revival as well as additional musi-cians still to be announced.

Winding up their 2015 market season, Golden Farm-ers' Market vendors will be present to share their harvest bounty, art and home-made goodies. Region 4 Indigen-ous Co-op will be serving their wonderful meal of 'Indi-an Tacos' featuring fried bannock, for a reasonable price.

Additionally, participating nearby restaurants will have an apple-themed menu or drink item available for pur-chase.

Spearheading this event is Apple Festival Coordinator Sarah Osadetz, who is working hard to bring the commun-

ity and organizations together. “We have a really active, passionate volunteer community,” stated Osadetz. “When we work together to build this kind of festival to celebrate our local food that is so abundant, we can bring aware-ness on how to work together to share food, reduce attract-ants to wildlife, feed our neighbours, while actively edu-cating and celebrating our common connection to where we live.”

With partner groups, last year Wildsight Golden coordin-ated and funded the first Golden Apple Festival. With live music, the apple press cranking, free locally grown and cooked meals, information booths and the Farmers Mar-ket… it turned out to be a huge success!

“I wanted to pool our strengths and talents to repeat the magical, wonderful atmosphere we created last year at the Apple Festival,” states Osadetz. “This year's festival would not be possible without the hard work and investment put forth last year by Donna Attewell, Stephanie Findlat-er, Denise Porter and myself. The teamwork, commitment and community involvement was too good to not run this festival again this year.”

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as the next few weeks of coordination progress. For any inquiries about the Golden Apple Festival or to volunteer, please contact: Sarah Osadetz (250-290-1222 or 250-344-8695) or Rachel Darvill (Program Manager-Wildsight Golden, 250-344-5530).

Golden Apple Festival comes to Spirit Square

The apple press was well used at last year’s inaugural Golden Apple Festival. This year’s event will be at Spirit Square on Sept. 26. Star Photo


An animal rights activism group has just put their cause out there for the world to see with a billboard just west of Golden on the Trans Can-ada Highway.

With support from Animal Alliance of Can-ada, the non-profit group Wolf Awareness erect-ed the billboard to bring exposure to B.C.’s aer-ial gunning policy, and what they call “lackadais-ical hunting and trapping regulations,” alerting visitors and residents alike to the mistreatment of this highly intelligent and social species.

According to Wolf Awareness, B.C. is one of the last great places that remain where wolves can still live as nature intended: there is divers-ity in the gene pool, a healthy wild population, and large tracts of land that still support preda-tor-prey dynamics as part of a functioning eco-system. However, these wild places are becom-ing “islands of extinction” as human pressures continue to encroach upon them.

The province of B.C. initiated an aerial gun-ning program for a minimum of 5 years last win-ter, and hosts very relaxed hunting and trap-ping policies when it comes to wild canids.

Many wolf biologists argue that allowing wolves to express their natural social behaviour benefits the wider ecosystem as well as wolves.

“Wolves are social animals. More than just numbers. Sustainable numbers do not neces-sarily mean that a wolf population is func-tioning naturally. Wolf social systems are extremely important. Their social bonds and kin-based families define what it means to be a wolf. It is the wolf pack that is the top preda-tor, not the individual wolf. Management plans need to take this into account, “ said Golden’s Sadie Parr, executive director of Wolf Aware-ness.

Since recording began for the province of BC in 1976, there are a record high number of wolves being killed through hunting and trap-ping. The newly released management plan continues to condone widespread killing, while neglecting to recognize cumulative impacts this has on the social nature of the species. Con-cerns from several interest groups have arisen over B.C.’s lack of recognition regarding the intrinsic value of this sentient animal, which has evolved over millennia.

These billboards are aimed at raising the pro-file about the reality wolves are facing in western Canada. There still remains the opportunity to do things differently.

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Town of GoldenSubmitted

Are you a community leader or parent interested in learning more about Fundamental Movement Skills? Do you have children that you feel could benefit from a day of activities dedicated to running, jumping throwing and wheeling (for children in wheel-chairs)?

Coming to Golden on Saturday September 12 and Sunday September 13, are two great events to help improve sport perform-ance - for coaches and for younger athletes.

On September 12 the Town of Golden Recreation Services Department and Pacific Sport Interior BC, in line with Coaches Week in B.C., bring the Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) Community Leader Course to Golden. This free course teaches sport leaders, coaches, recreation camp leaders and parents how to observe and improve the fundamental movement skills.

On September 13 it’s the kids’ turn, as the ToG Recreation Department and BC Athletics brings the very popular Run, Jump Throw, Wheel (RJTW) program to the community. RJTW teaches kids ages six to 12 the fundamental movement skills of running, jumping throwing and wheeling using track and field inspired games, activities and skill challenges.

“The Recreation Department is excited to host these two great courses,” said Jordan Petrovics Manager of Recreation Services. “A part of our ongoing goals is to facilitate programs that have direct benefits to existing groups and the general public. Both of these courses are a perfect fit to teach coaches and participants a couple tricks that will make them (you) that much better at the activities they (you) love.”

Throwing, catching, jumping, striking, running, kicking, agility, balance and coordination form the basis for future sport skill development and for the life-long enjoyment of physical activity. The FMS course breaks down simple skills into key components to help the child learn and understand.

When a child is confident and competent with these skills, they can develop sport-specific and complex movement skills that allow them to enjoy sport and physical activity.

The FMS course can be delivered in three different formats - Community Leader, High School Leadership, and Coach Profes-sional Development - depending on the needs of the coaching group.

RJTW is a national program and all the activities are designed to teach fundamental movement skills using developmentally appropriate progressions to introduce and develop skills, with skill consolidation done through games and skill challenges.

According to Athletics Canada, more than 100, 000 children participated in the program last year – and the organization’s goal is to increase this number to over 500,000 annually.

The program uses age-defined, developmentally appropriate progressions and includes adaptations to allow for participation in an integrated manner for participants with all physical and intellectual disabilities.

The FMS course will be held on Saturday, September 12 at the Arena Lounge from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The course is free, but it is important that people pre-register by visiting www.viasport.ca.

RJTW is being offered at the Mount 7 Rec Plex from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 13. Registration can be done at Town Hall or through B.C. Athletics and is $50 + GST per child.

For more information and general inquiries about the FMS and RJTW courses, please call Town Hall at 250.344.2271 ext. 225 or email [email protected].

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• Work well with the general public and co-workersHard-working • Good phone etiquette

Ability to multi-task and prioritize • Laundry experienceComputer experience is an asset but is not required

Training will be provided

TRADE APPRENTICE BRIDGEWORKER

GOLDEN, BC

Proudly Serving Western Canada Since 1988

Emcon Services Inc., road and bridge maintenance contractor in the Selkirk Area has an opening for a Trade Apprentice Bridgeworker in Golden. The Bridgeworker Apprenticeship is a three-year program requiring indentureship under a Contract of Apprenticeship pursuant to the Apprenticeship Act

Basic Requirements: Grade 12 education, physically t and able to perform heavy physical labour, safety conscious, willingness to work outdoors in all kinds of weather, able to follow instructions and must not be afraid of heights. Preference may be given to applicants who have completed a related pre-apprenticeship course and/or those who have basic knowledge/skills in the eld of carpentry or construction. On the job training and experience in all aspects of bridge construction, maintenance and safety. Some travel is required during the course of duties, and during the Apprenticeship Program.

Shift work during the winter season will be required. A valid BC Driver’s license with a positive driving record is mandatory and the successful applicant will be expected to obtain a valid Class One BC Drivers’ License with air endorsement and become certied in the safe operation of the tow plow as part of their indentureship.

Specialized Skills & Abilities: Successful candidate must possess the aptitude to learn and develop the skills and abilities of the Bridgework/Pile driver trade, through supervised vocational and on-the-job instruction and practice; the ability to work with other employees and to take specic direction and instructions from journeyman and/or other qualied employees they are assigned to work with; willingness to learn and practice safe work habits, and to participate in worksite safety in general.

Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement.

Qualied applicants are invited to submit their applications, in writing, containing a full description of their skills, abilities, and experience to:Emcon Services Inc.#105 1121 McFarlane WayMerritt, BC V1K 1B9Fax: 250-378-4106Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2015 Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted

Employment

Guest Experience Specialist

This is a permanent full-time position in the beautiful Columbia Valley. Requires: Minimum of 3 years work experience in tourism industry; Diploma and/or certifi cate in tourism management or equivalent would be ideal; Working experience with vacation property management soft-ware is ideal; Strong computer skills especially in Microsoft Offi ce; Must be a motivated, independent, organized worker that is friendly and professional with guests; Must live in the Columbia Valley or willing to relocate.

We offer competitive salary, 3 weeks paid

vacation, a company-paid cell phone, an ‘Enjoy the Columbia Valley’ allowance, paid BC

Health coverage & more!

Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

[email protected]

before September 14, 2015

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION!In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: Care-erStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Employment


PROFESSIONAL OPPORTU-NITIES: Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned energy services company servicing Western Canada. All job op-portunities include competitive wages, comprehensive bene-fi ts package and room for ad-vancement. We are accepting applications at multiple branches for: Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3), and Me-chanics. Successful candi-dates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experi-ence is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tick-ets, clean drug test, and a drivers abstract are required. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: Troyer.ca.

Employment

Education/Trade Schools

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START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Infor-mation Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

Help WantedRequired for Mary’s Hotel

Housekeeping room attendant & Manager.

Submit resume to [email protected]:Golden BC




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Trades, TechnicalHEAVY Construction company seeks experienced Equipment Operators to start immediately for the months of September and October in the Revelstoke / Golden area: - Excavator Operators - Dozer Operators - Rock Truck Drivers. Must be willing and capable to work 10 hours/day, Monday-Saturday.

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Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928.

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Firewood/FuelFIREWOOD for sale. Call 250-344-7677.

Heavy Duty Machinery

A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. De-livery BC and AB www.rtccon-tainer.com

Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, back-hoes, excavators, dozers, farm tractors w/loaders, skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

Tools12” I-Beams, Lock Blocks, Misc Timber frame tools, Gas air compressor, 20 ton air jacks for sale

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Real Estate

Acreage for SaleSpectacular Views on 11 & 1/2 acre parcel 10 mins south of Golden, east side of the Rockies, Drilled well, fl at build-ing site, good access. Survey plan available. [email protected].

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Apt/Condo for Rent2 bdrm w/ storage close to all amnts. Hydro, hot water and

heat incld. Security entrance and laundry factls, sorry N/S, and

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1&2 bdr. furnished suites. Utilities included. Close to amenities. No pets, parties. DD. Internet available. 250-344-8429, or 344-0604.

For RentFurnished 2 Bdrm for rent. Hydro, heat, TV & cable incld & small pets o.k. $800.00/mnt. Call 250-344-2989

FULLY FURNISHED all inclusive 1bdrm suite.

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Commercial/Industrial

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Plenty of Parking250-344-6710

Duplex / 4 Plex3 bdr upstairs 1/2 Duplex. Clean, in town. W/D, sundeck,dishwasher & garage. Avail Immd. $1100, util incl. Refs. No pets. 250-344-5398.

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Misc for RentRocky Mountain HousingSociety is now receiving rental applications for their wheel chair accessible home in Golden. This rental is open to all people with diagnosed disabilities. Applicants must be able to live independently and must be in receipt of a disability pension. Priority is given to applicants with the greatest need. Rent fees are calculated on an income basis. Unit is designed for 3 ten-ants.Individual bedroom door locks, and independent en-tries. Applicants must be will-ing to work together sharing common areas: living room, laundry room, kitchen, 2 bath-rooms and storage area. Paved parking. Due to diverse allergies, no smoking & no pets are allowed. For applica-tions or more information please phone 250-344-5448 or 344-6236.

Homes for Rent2 Bdr Duplex. No smoking, no pets. Refs req’d. Avail Immd. Call 344-7163 or 344-8179.2 bedroom house on acreage at Castledale on Hwy 95 South. $950/month + utilities. No parties, mature reliable tenants preferred. References and damage deposit required. Call 250-344-6710.2 Bedroom renovated older house, downtown Golden. No parties, mature reliable tenants preferred. $950/month + utilities. Located on a large commercial lot and is suitable for business use also. Tel: 250-344-6710.

3 Bdr Home Direct access to Mt 7 trails, just 4 mins. from downtown Golden. 1800 sq. ft, 2 full baths. Deck off kitchen. New fl oors. Brand new approved wood stove with electric back-up. Newly painted. Incl F/S/W/D. Huge fenced yard. 1 yr min lease. Avail Oct 1 $1275/mth. Call Mike 250-344-8385.3 bdr older home on 1/2 acre lot in Nicholson. $850/mth. + util. Avail. Oct 1, ref. and DD required. Call 250-344-6553.4 bdrm house for rent $1200/mnth, w/d, some furniture, avail. Immed. 604-543-3124, 778-985-5741FOR RENT 2 Bdrm Suite. Lrg kitchen and dining, private laundry, cable TV, wireless internet, util incl. Quiet down-town neighbourhood. N/S. $900/mo. 250-344-5229.

Offi ce/RetailGREAT RETAIL SPACE

AVAILABLE IN PERFECT LOCATION!!!

Retail space for rent between Kicking Horse Embroidery and the Golden BakeryAvail.Sept.1. 1800 sq ft. Call Darren 250-344-1065 or 250-344-2928.

Rentals

StorageS TA S H YO U R S T U F F. C O MStorage spaces of different sizes starting at $40/month including heated units. 250-344-3104.

Suites, Upper2bdr. ground level suite.1109 13st. No pets. References. Avail now. Call Frank 250-344-5691

Townhouses3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1500+ sqft townhouse with balcony. Pro-pane fi replace & dishwasher. No pets; no parties. Long term preferred. Good references & security deposits required $1595 per month + utls. 250-344-6710.

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Land Act:Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that Chatter Creek Mountain Lodges Ltd. from Golden, BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region to convert an existing License of Occupation to a Lease for lodge site situated on Provincial Crown land located near Spruce and Chatter Creeks and containing a total of 4.0 hectares more or less.

The Lands File for this application is 4403520. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook BC V1C 7G1 or email to: [email protected]. Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to October 16, 2015. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the website at http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp→Search→Search by File Number: 4403520 for more information.

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Roll # Owner Organization Address 2016 2017 2016

PERMISSIVE EXEMPTION SPLIT STATUTORY/PERMISSIVE EXEMPT

00186.005 Golden Sikh Cultural Society Golden Sikh Cultural Society 603 13th Street S 688 702 716

00196.070Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

1529 Lafontaine Rd 1,328 1,355 1,382

00229.000Christian & Missionary Alliance (Canadian Pacific District)

Rocky Mountain Alliance Church 712 10th Street S 512 522 533

00269.000 Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Golden Pentacostal Tabernacal 717 10th Street S 405 413 421 00371.007 Trinity Lutheran Church of Golden Trinity Lutheran Church 909 9th Street S 1,095 1,117 1,139 00371.010 Church of England St Paul's Anglican Church 913 9th Street S 656 669 682

00393.000Congregation of The United Church of Canada

St. Andrews United Church 901 11th Avenue S 1,052 1,073 1,094

00404.009 Trustees-Golden Jehovah'S Witnesses Golden Jehovah's Witnesses 1218 9th Street S 501 511 522

00441.020Seventh-Day Adventist Church (Bc Conference)

7th Day Adventist Church 913 11th Street S 459 468 478

00590.150 Roman Catholic Bishop of Nelson Sacred Heart Church 808 11th Street S 650 663 677

00660.045 Trustees of The Golden Baptist Church Golden Baptist Church 1343 Pine Dr 1,041 1,062 1,083

00501.000Golden & District Senior Citizen Housing Society

Golden & District Senior Citizens' Society (Purcell Apts)

806 12th Street S 327 333 340

Total Permissive Exemption Split Stat/Permissive Exempt 8,714 8,889 9,066

NON PROFIT

00141.000 Patlar Holdings Ltd Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy106 & 107 - 421 9th Avenue N

641 653 667

00141.000 Patlar Holdings LtdGolden Community Resource Society - Child Care Resource and Referral

106 & 107 - 421 9th Avenue N

1,005 1,025 1,046

00141.000 Patlar Holdings LtdGolden Community Resource Society-Golden Early Years Centre

423 9th Avenue N 1,005 1,025 1,046

00141.000 Patlar Holdings LtdGolden Community Resource Society - Employment Centre

205 & 206 -421 9th Avenue N

1,378 1,406 1,434

00141.000 Patlar Holdings LtdGolden Community Resource Society - Golden Youth Action Network

102-421 9th Avenue N 1,056 1,077 1,098

00141.000 Patlar Holdings Ltd Golden Family Centre Society 208-421-9th Avenue N 3,164 3,227 3,292

00160.000 0798724 Bc LtdGolden District Arts Council/Kicking Horse Culture (NFP)

516 9th Avenue N 3,721 3,795 3,871

00234.000 Rocky Mountain Housing Society Rocky Mountain Housing Society 601 11th Street S 1,209 1,233 1,258

00372.000 Synod of The Diocese of KootenayAbbeyfield House Society St Paul's Golden

915 9th Street S 4,184 4,268 4,354

00426.010 Golden Pacific #122 Branch R C L Royal Canadian Legion #122 1011 11th Avenue S 628 640 653 00554.020 Golden & District Historical Soc Golden & District Museum 1302 11th Avenue S 2,897 2,954 3,014 00348.000 Annabelle Enterprises Golden Food Bank 102-1115 9th Street S 1,557 1,589 1,620

Total Non Profit 22,445 22,894 23,351

PARK, ATHLETIC OR RECREATION GROUND

00193.008 Crown ProvincialGolden Rodeo Grounds (Golden Light Horse Club)

1700 Reflection Lake Rd 839 855 873

00583.001 Mertex Construction Ltd Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club 907 10th Street N 3,508 3,579 3,650 Total Park, Athletic Or Recreation Ground 4,347 4,434 4,523

PERMISSIVE EXEMPTION INTEREST IN PUBLIC/LOCAL AUTHORITY PROPERTY

00143.000 Deborah Lynn KwiatekGolden Women's Resource Centre Society

419 9th Avenue N 1,793 1,828 1,865

00193.015 Golden (Town) Golden & Region Seniors Branch #150 1401 9th Street S 4,513 4,603 4,695

00595.009 Canadian Pacific Railway CoKicking Horse Chamber of Commerce (Lessee)

500 10th Avenue N 1,859 1,896 1,934

Total Permissive Exemption Interest in Public/Local Authority Property 8,164 8,328 8,494

TOTAL PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS 43,670 44,544 45,435

PUBLIC NOTICE2016 Proposed Permissive Tax Exemptions

In accordance with the notice requirements of Section 227 and the authority of Section 224 of the Community Charter, the following properties are proposed by bylaw, for permissive property taxation exemption for the 2016 calendar year. Also included are required estimates of exemption amounts for the following two years. Note that all applications are reviewed for approval on an annual basis.

Inaccordance with the notice requirements of Section 227 and the authority of Section 224 of the Community Charter, the following properties are proposed by bylaw, for permissive property taxation exemption for the 2016 calendar year. Also included are required estimates of exemption amounts for the following two years. Note that all applications are reviewed for approval on an annual basis.

PUBLIC NOTICE2016 Proposed Permissive Tax Exemptions


RE/MAX of Golden 250-344-7663

remaxgolden.comMarlon Chambers

(250) 344-0735Bob Tegart

(250) 272-4321Dan Veselic

(250) 344-1435Flec Demmon

(250) 344-8451Garry Oddy

(250) 344-7234

RE/MAX of Golden 250-344-7663

remaxgolden.comMarlon Chambers

(250) 344-0735Bob Tegart

(250) 272-4321Dan Veselic

(250) 344-1435Flec Demmon

(250) 344-8451Norma Crandall(250) 344-0275

Garry Oddy(250) 344-7234

1212 Horse Creek Road

$460,000

Hobby Ranch, 2 Homes plus Shop#16 Whispering Spruce MHP

3 bedrooms

$38,300

1742 Seward Frontage3 bdrms 1 bath 1,740 sqft 18.5acres

$460,000

#101, 1549 Kicking Horse Trail2 bedrooms 2 baths 960sqft

$229,900

1021 King Crescent2 bedrooms 1 bath 1,450sqft

$165,000

1510 Poplar Street3 bedrooms 3 baths 3,700sqft

$499,900

#206, 1545 Kicking Horse Trail2 bedrooms 1 bath 802sqft

$195,000#18, 1333 Aemmer Way

2 bedrooms 1 bath 770sqft

$279,0001593 Columbia Valley View

4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3,752sqft

$1,195,0001590 Columbia Valley View

6 bedrooms 7 baths 4,500sqft

$1,695,000

901 - 11th AvenueLand & Building

$415,000

2416 Campbell Road5 bdrms 2 baths 2,986sqft 10.28 acres

$569,900

Proposed 528A - 9th AvenueLand

$95,0001011 - 11th Avenue

Building & Land

$445,000

2016 McMurdo Road2 bdrms 2 baths 2,300sqft 3.71 acres

$469,000

#201, 521 - 8th Avenue2 bedrooms 1 bath 813 sqft

$189,000

1515 Fir Crescent6 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3,704 sqft

$399,900

524 - 11th Street3 bedrooms 1 bath 1,200sqft

$175,000

1124 - 8th Street2 bedrooms 2 baths 1,270 sqft

$282,300

517 - 12th Street4 bedrooms 2 baths 2,436sqft

$328,300910 - 12th Street


$330,000

#204, 521 - 8th Avenue2 bedrooms 1 bath 813sqft

$174,900

1515 Cedar Street5 bedrooms 3.5 baths 2,703sqft

$399,900

1445 Granite Drive4 bedrooms 3 baths 3,152sqft

$589,999


$249,000

RURAL ACREAGES

LS7 Thomas Road........................................... 40 acres..................................................................$229,000Thomas Road...............................................20 acres........................................................ $129,0004300 Beard Crk Road ................................. 164 acres ...............................................................$365,0001516 Black Bear Drive .... ............................. 6.58 acres........................................................ $220,900Lot 3, Forde Station Road.................................... 3.16 acres................................................................ $89,900Cromac Ridge ............................................. 4 acreages available...............from $210,000 to $260,000Pcl A, 3067 Wiseman Road.......................... 70 acres ...................................................................$210,000Lot 2, 2116 Highway #95, South................... 2.72 acres............................................................... $129,000Lot 2, Campbell Road .................................. 2.5 acres................................................................. $120,000 2000 Highway #95 South.............................4.22 acres.............................................................. $136,300

1401 Granite Drive2 bedrooms 2 baths 2,702sqft

$495,600

515 - 11th Street5 bedrooms 2 baths 2,080sqf

$290,000


$369,500

1816 Campbell Road4bdrms 3 baths 2,536sqft 1.18 acres

$529,0001739 Oberg Johnson Road

4bdrms 1 bath 2,680sqft 77.8 acres

$949,000707-9th Street

3 bedrooms 1 bath 1,374 sqft

$167,700

REDUCED1312 - 11th Street


$309,000REDUCED REDUCED2328 Holmes Deakin Road

5 bdrms 2 baths 3,032 sqft 60 acres

$565,000

$1,900,0001401, 1405 Trans Canada Highway

Land, Building & Business528 - 9th Avenue

Land, Building & Business

$950,000

1116 - 10th Street5 bedrooms 2.5 baths 3,040sqft

$329,000

SOLD SOLD

SOLD SOLD

1415 Deere Ridge Road5 bedrooms 4 baths 3,510sqft

$549,000 $185,0002393 Kettleston Road

9.75 acres

NEWNEW

REDUCED

407 Riverglen Drive4 bedrooms 3 baths 2,216sqft

$369,000

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