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L ast weekend, seven local farm- ers made their way to Chilliwack for the annual conference of the Certified Organic Associations of BC – the umbrella organi- zation that represents the organic sector in BC. Farmers from Roots Up Vegetable Farm & Golden Ears Farm, both in Chase, and Crannog Ales from Sorrento at- tended this year. It was a record-set- ting conference be- ing the first one to sell out in advance, have the highest number of attend- ees, and the silent auction brought in twice what it usually does. Saturday was the busiest day with 185 people join- ing together to hear the Keynote talk by Sara Dent, Coordinator for the Young Agrarians. Young Agrarians endeavours to connect new farmers with each other, network new farmers with elder farmers, and connect landowners with those who are seeking land to farm on. Based on buzz from hallway conver- sations, standout sessions covered top- ics such as farming potatoes as a family, permaculture potential on farms, health benefits of organic beef, pasture manage- ment (the theme this year was livestock) and pest manage- ment in tree fruit, garlic, and wire- worm control. In- terestingly enough, Weaving an Indige- nous Narrative Into the Movement To- wards a More Sus- tainable Land and Food System, which was co-presented by Sonny McHalsie and Dawn Morri- son stirred such a response from audi- ence members that a follow-up gathering has been organized to continue the dis- cussion. Conference goers were pleas- antly surprised when Sto’lo Elder, Eddie Gardner offered both opening and closing re- marks, as well as shar- ing two songs with the group. e words that he shared were poi- gnant and humorous. ...Continued on pg 5 Friday, March 6, 2015 Vol. 20, Issue 8 Chase FREE! Take One! Join the Conversation! Neskonlith Indian Band invites all Neskonlith Community Members to participate in the community development conversation: Contact Robyn Thom-Jack 250-574-4733 OR Dorene August 250-571-0393 FMI Call us to plan a family dinner before the end of March. Land Development Education Economic Development Health Housing Jobs Village of Chase - SEWER FLUSHING Annual sewer line flushing will be occurring in the east side of the Village starting Monday March 9th through to March 20th. To prevent any sewer incidents in your home while we’re flushing, place an old towel over the top and keep your lid down. Feel free to contact the Village office at 250.679.3238 if you have any questions. Local Farmers Caravan to COABC Conference by Michelle Tsutsumi Rebecca Kneen of Crannog Ales in Sorrento was one of 7 local farmers who attended the COABC conference All New Council for ALIB by Kelsey Snelgrove It’s ‘in with the new’ aſter the Adam’s Lake Indian Band election on February 28th, with no incumbent candidates being re-elected. Robin Billy was elected as the new Chief and the Councillor positions are filled by Deborah Hall, Doris Johnny, Gregory Witzky, Brandy Jules and Norma Manuel. ere were 17 candidates running for Councillor and two for Chief this time. Elections are held every 3 years.

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Last weekend, seven local farm-ers made their way to Chilliwack for the annual conference of the

Certified Organic Associations of BC – the umbrella organi-zation that represents the organic sector in BC. Farmers from Roots Up Vegetable Farm & Golden Ears Farm, both in Chase, and Crannog Ales from Sorrento at-tended this year.

It was a record-set-ting conference be-ing the first one to sell out in advance, have the highest number of attend-ees, and the silent auction brought in twice what it usually does. Saturday was the busiest day with 185 people join-ing together to hear the Keynote talk by Sara Dent, Coordinator for the Young Agrarians. Young Agrarians endeavours to connect new farmers with each other, network new farmers with elder farmers, and connect landowners with those who are seeking land to farm on.

Based on buzz from hallway conver-sations, standout sessions covered top-

ics such as farming potatoes as a family, permaculture potential on farms, health benefits of organic beef, pasture manage-ment (the theme this year was livestock)

and pest manage-ment in tree fruit, garlic, and wire-worm control. In-terestingly enough, Weaving an Indige-nous Narrative Into the Movement To-wards a More Sus-tainable Land and Food System, which was co-presented by Sonny McHalsie and Dawn Morri-son stirred such a response from audi-ence members that a follow-up gathering

has been organized to continue the dis-cussion. Conference goers were pleas-antly surprised when Sto’lo Elder, Eddie Gardner offered both opening and closing re-marks, as well as shar-ing two songs with the group. The words that he shared were poi-gnant and humorous.

...Continued on pg 5

Friday, March 6, 2015Vol. 20, Issue 8

Chase FREE! Take One!

Join the Conversation!

Neskonlith Indian Band invites all Neskonlith Community Members to participate in the community development conversation:

Contact Robyn Thom-Jack 250-574-4733 ORDorene August 250-571-0393 FMI

Call us to plan a family dinner before the end of March.

Land DevelopmentEducationEconomic Development

HealthHousingJobs

Village of Chase - Sewer FluShing

Annual sewer line flushing will be occurring in the east side of the Village starting Monday March 9th through to March 20th. To prevent any sewer incidents in your home while we’re flushing, place an old towel over the top and keep your lid down.Feel free to contact the Village office at 250.679.3238 if you have any questions.

Local Farmers Caravan to COABC Conferenceby Michelle Tsutsumi

Rebecca Kneen of Crannog Ales in Sorrento was one of 7 local farmers who attended the COABC conference

All New Council for ALIBby Kelsey Snelgrove

It’s ‘in with the new’ after the Adam’s Lake Indian Band election on February 28th, with no incumbent candidates being re-elected.

Robin Billy was elected as the new Chief and the Councillor positions are filled by Deborah Hall, Doris Johnny, Gregory Witzky, Brandy Jules and Norma Manuel.

There were 17 candidates running for Councillor and two for Chief this time. Elections are held every 3 years.

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March 6thTGIF DINNER 5:30 pm

Adult • $10, 6 - 12 years • $6 , Under 6 • Free

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported. Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community. The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in Letters and Columns do not reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher.

ShuSwap prairie publiShingKelSey Snelgrove, editor

CONTACT THE SUNFLOWER:

PHONE: (250) 679-8880EMAIL: [email protected]: www.chasesunflower.caMAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0OFFICE: 721 Shuswap Ave between 10-3 Monday - Thursday

Chase Lions Box 12Contact: Pres Bill Riben 679-4418Sec: Mercedes Riben 679-4418Medical Equipment: 679-4418

RV Park: Hannelore Wiesenthal 679-7712

Chase Rotary Box 73Pres: Jacquie Everett 675-2574,

Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre

Thursday 5:30 pm

Annual Daffodil Tea, Sat. March 28,10 am to 2 pm. Pritchard Community Hall on Duck Range Rd.,Crafts, Bake Table, Homemade lunches & SPRING FASHION SHOW by Chum N’ Luba’s. For table rentals and info, call April 577-3798. St. Andrews & All Saints Anglican/United Church 845 Thompson Ave, Sunday March 8th NO SERVICE at the Church. Service will be held at 3 pm with Dan Meakes at Parkside Estate. 743 Thompson Ave.

Chase Curling Club - AGM Sat. March 7th @ the Curling Club, 5 pm.

FREE Adult computer session (beginners level) Wednesdays March 18 and April 1. 9:30-11:30 Chase Wellness Centre. ($5 donation appreciated). Must register. Chase Literacy Program 250-679-3442 limited spaces.

Historical Walk of Chase - Tour led by Councillor David Lepsoe. March 17th, 4 pm. Meet at Coburn & Shuswap. Takes about 1 hr. Everyone welcome. Chase Curling Club is hosting an open EVERYONE WELCOME 1 day FUN spiel on Sat March 7th. FMI contact Janice 250-679-4471. $10/person, includes a day of curling & supper !!C.O.P. Coffee House - Support Citizens on Patrol! 2nd Friday of every month. Join in for some good toe tappin’ music – 7 PM at community hall. $3 admission. Entertainers welcome! Call Ella at 679-3375

St Peter Anglican Church at Monte Creek: Services 2nd & 4th Sundays at 10 am.

Our Community Bulletin Board

Announce events and activities of your community organization! Deadline Monday 3 pm for Friday’s paper.

CHASE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP

Everyone welcomeSundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap

Exploring Christianity 9:30 amWorship Service 10:30 am

Email: [email protected]

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For info or hours please phone 250-679-3536

South Thompson Pony Club’s Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction Fundraiser, April 18 - Pritchard Community Hall. Proceeds enable our club to provide an opportunity for members aged 6– 25 to learn about the maintenance and care of horses and to have riding instruction developing their skill at basic horsemanship, jumping & dressage. www.canadianponyclub.org. For more info contact Patti 250.577.3312.

Saturdays in March - 10 am @ Chase Evangelical Free Church (corner of Shuswap Ave & Brooke Dr). Sewing for Souls (ministry for overseas). Pillowcase dresses & britches from t-shirts. Bring your sewing machine (or we have) & pillowcases. Everyone is welcome! Be a helper (ironing, etc). Tea/Coffee is on. FMI: Andrea at 679-3948

Interested in playing the Ukelele - I would like to start a Ukelele group - instructions given free. Just have fun. Claudette 250-679-8148Chase Mustangs Female Hockey team Car Wash Saturday March 14th 10 am - 2 pm. Safety Mart parking lot. Please come out & support the girls. They will be attending a 60 team all female tournament in Richmond March 20-22.Chase 2015 Queen Pageant Candidates Present Entertainment & Modeling of local fashions. Saturday March 28, 7 pm. Chase Community Hall. Tickets $8, available from candidates, royalty, People’s food & drugs, Safety Mart and at the door. Come out and be entertained.

Creekside Center Activities• Jam Sessions - 7 pm on Wed. Bring your instrument or voice, have some fun!• Pool - Monday & Wednesday 1 pm• Exercise class, For guys and gals. Join in, get in shape this winter. Mon 8:30 am, Wed & Fri 9 am• BINGO - Tuesday 1 pm• Wood carving - Thursday 9 am. Ladies welcome to join; try out a new hobby this winter, lessons given. No tools? That’s OK! Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI.

March 21stKARAOKE 8 pm DRESS UP 60’sPH 250-679-3536 FOR MORE INFO.

March 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th

Meat Draw, 50/50 & Fun Darts

2 pm

• Carpet bowling - Thursday 10 am. Low impact exercise. Lessons given. • Cribbage - Friday 1 pm. Come early please to help set up tables and chairs. • 3rd Friday every month, Join us for our dinner. Doors at 4:30 – Happy Hour• 2nd Friday every month Mini Crib. Registration 10:30. Start at 11 am. For more info contact Sharron at 679-1183

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOROpinions and letters published in the Chase Sunflower are not necessarily the views of the Editor/Publisher, or anyone except the opinion holder. The Sunflower reserves the right to edit or omit copy. Letters must be sent with a name, address and contact phone number. Must be legibly written!

Re: Letter, ‘Indian Act Discriminates’ A correspondent is shocked to see discrimi-nation around her in Canada, including the Government of Canada’s legislation which aids in the two solitudes existing.I am saddened by it, and partly because it exists by “importation” from Europe many years ago, largely by the very people who were themselves discriminated against in their old countries.One of those countries is Finland, where the Finnish people and Government continue to discriminate against the indigenous people, and it is to be hoped that there is an equal expression of empathy for the Lapps. In fact, wouldn’t it be ideal if all dominant cultures of the world were to actually “do” something instead of endlessly discussing it, and renounce discrimination once and for all. Why, it just might also end a lot of wars. Dick BarnesAdams Lake

Community Connections I would like to thank you for the work you have put into the community and the Sunflower.If there was something I would like to see in the Sunflower, it would be community news. We live on the TransCanada and while there are always accidents we never hear about them. We rarely hear about who in our Village has passed away or perhaps someone who needs help. It would be nice to hear when a couple get engaged or married. I guess I see these as things that could bring about community.Marney Burchill

THE CHASE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE NEEDS YOU!

We are seeking highly-motivated individuals who have a keen interest in firefighting and who would you like a challenging and

rewarding volunteer experience. If you like helping people, appreciate continuous learning, and are physically fit, you may be an ideal candidate.

o Great trainingo Strong sense of accomplishmento Member of the team o Giving back to your community

If you would like to become a member of the Chase Volunteer Fire Rescue con-tact Brian Lauzon at 770.220.3032 or the Village of Chase office 250.679.3238. We are an organization dedicated to saving lives and protecting property.

The month of March was named for Mars, the Roman god of war who was also regarded as a guardian of agriculture. In Finnish, the month is Maaliskuu, which relates to the earth becoming visible under the snow. Historical names include Lentmonat, derived from “long day”. Early Britons called it Hyld-monath (“loud and stormy month). In Slovene, the traditional name is Sušec, meaning the month when the earth becomes dry enough to cultivate it. Breznik is “the month of birches. Astronomically, the beginning of spring is determined by the vernal equinox (March 20th this year). “Vernal” is from the Latin “vernalis,” meaning “of the spring.”

Golf Course ConfusionThere appears to be some confusion re-

garding how the local golf course was pur-chased. Let me try and fill in the historical facts so this confusion can be set aside.Prior to 2005 the course was owned by a

local family who then sold it to a develop-er who said that the community should not worry about their intentions with the statement; “ that they would always keep it as a golf course.” That statement proved to be false. The uproar in the community was heard very loud and clear. The question was “how can we stop the developer from de-stroying the golf course?”

...Continued on pg 5

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PLANT OF THEWEEK by Libby Jay Chisholm

MULLEINVerbascum thapsus, commonly known as mullein, is native to Europe and Asia and is a common plant in the Shuswap. It is a fuzzy plant that can be found in disturbed areas at mid to low elevations, and its roots, leaves and flowers each have medicinal properties. It was traditionally used by many First Nations in smoking mixtures to soothe inflamed or in-fected lungs. It is also used as a remedy for colds, coughs, and digestion.

Disclaimer- Information intended for educational purposes only. It is not the intention of the editor to advise on health care. Please seek more information before harvesting or using any herbs.

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Art Holding Memorial Arena

Public Skating:• Mondays 5:00 - 6 pm• Cancelled Friday March 6 Due to Playoffs• Sundays 5:30 - 6:30 pmDrop-In Hockey:$10 Sundays 7:00 - 8 pm

Ice Rentals • Birthday Parties Mezzanine Rentals

[email protected] 250-318-3888

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OPEN EVERY DAY9 AM - 11 PM

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Kids To Adults Clothing, Accessories, Gear & More

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Council met February 20, 2015 for the first round of budget discussions. Members of the public were given the opportunity to ask questions and share any concerns. The next meeting (set for March 6, 2015) has been cancelled. A letter has been sent to the Minister

responsible for Canada Post outlining Council’s concerns about the recent reduction in services and the need to engage citizens more fully when making these types of decisions. The Village of Chase joins with many other communities across the country in expressing their concerns on this issue.Councillor David Lepsoe, Village of Chase

Historian, will be leading a tour for Village of Chase Council, staff and interested members of the public on Tuesday, March 17th at 4:00 p.m. The tour will start at the intersection of Coburn & Shuswap and

should take about 45 minutes – 1 hour so wear appropriate shoes and clothing.Council recently increased burning

permit fees as they had not been revised since 2006! In order to continue funding our volunteer fire department, we need to ensure equipment is kept up to date and in good working order. We took ownership of a new pumper truck just this week at a cost of just under $200,000 which will be valuable in responding to fire events. This Council is very aware that increases

have not been occurring on a regular basis and want to ensure they review all revenue streams in order to be fiscally responsible. As small increases have not been taking place over the past several years Council has to make uncomfortable decisions to align the fees with constantly increasing costs.Tammi Pretty is the Deputy Corporate

Officer for the Village of Chase.

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Earlier this year the Village of Chase decided to enter into an agreement with BC Hydro for the installation of a Level 2 Electric Vehicle fast charging station. At the most recent Committee of the Whole meeting (March 3rd) they decided on the location; it will be located near the Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Information Centre. The installation will be funded by BC

Hydro and the agreement will last two years with an audit of usage to be performed at the end of that period. Other proposed locations were Downtown

at Coburn and Shuswap or in the Safety Mart Plaza. The Visitor Centre location was chosen for a number of factors including access to Wi-Fi, public washrooms, tourist info, and ample lighting

Visitor Centre to get electric car charging stationby Kelsey Snelgrove

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Business Listings:!

Craig’s Bakery & Deli & Cafe Kerrie’s cookin’ in the kitchen, come on in! OPEN: Mon - Sat 6 am • Sunday 8 am

Sharen’s Hair Studio611 - 3rd Ave, Chase (rear entrance)

Mon - Fri 250-679-8800

Pete’s Pizza & PastaOpen at 4 pm Tuesday - Sunday

250-679-2775

LJ’s Towing and TransportOpen 24 hrs 7 days /week

250-679-8600

Dave’s Appliance RepairGuaranteed Service to all Brands and Makes

250-679-5399

Awesome Ladies Fashions Available Locally

Chum ‘n’ Luba’s 826 Shuswap Ave • 250.679.3134 • Tues - Sat 10 - 4:30

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Handyman daveAppliances, Heating, Locks, Plumbing, Elec.

PH: 250-679-2463

GOLDEN EARS BIKE SHOPBICYCLE REPAIR, TUNE-UPS, PARTS

PH: 250-679-8421

SODUKO PUZZLEThe objective of the puzzle is to put the numbers 1-9 in every row, column, and 3x3 square block without repeating.

We can’t leave without talking about the food at the conference! 75% of it came from local BC organic growers, including chick-en, lamb, and beef. In total, approximately 90% of the food for the entire weekend was donated by growers, producers, and dis-tributors who supply the food chain with organic vegetables, fruit, dairy, meat, juice, beer, wine, liquor, baked and dry goods.

What a feast it was! All in all, folks depart-ed from the conference inspired with new ideas and energized by the meaningful connections they had made – many, many farmers are now fanning out across the province to put these ideas into practice.

Michelle Tsutsumi was the COABC Con-ference Coordinator and is a farmer at Gold-en Ears Farm.

The answer was not simple. Prior to the de-veloper purchasing the course it was offered to the Village as well as the membership; nei-ther stepped up to the plate. Meanwhile the developer subdivided the lower 3 holes off the course and sold those lands to another de-veloper who still own the best 3 holes of the course.Enter The Recreation Society. After much

discussion within the Society a plan started to formulate; what if the society could convince enough people to loan the Society money and that the Society might be in a position to pur-chase the course. The Society asked for advice from both expert accountants and lawyers as to how they could proceed. The advice was very clear, any loan to the Society would have to be unsecured with no guarantee the money would ever be paid back to the loan holder. Knowing that, 52 people loaned the Society $10,000 each (some even made their loans in the form of an outright donations).With this commitment the Society entered

into an agreement to purchase the golf course, however, the Society also understood that it needed a third party to act as a guarantor to secure a loan from a bank to complete the purchase. Securing a guarantor was not a fac-tor (many private people offered their com-mitment, knowing the value of the land) the problem was to secure a guarantor that would not have private interests.Enter the Village. It should be remembered

that had the Society accepted a private guar-antor the Village would not have been in-volved at all. With that said it was the wish of the Society to have public involvement so that the community would feel ownership of the course.Some years have passed and today we as a

community can thank those who had the abil-ity and foresight to see the importance of the golf course remaining a very valuable part of our Village and they should be given a thank you for their unselfish contributions.Respectfully submitted, Ron Anderson

“View from the hiking trail in the Blind Bay Hills”: Archived Photo by Jim Cooperman, Author of ShuswapPassion.ca, a blog about Shuswap geography, history & more.

...Cont’d from pg 1 Conference inspires local farmers

...Cont’d from pg 3 Golf Course History Explained

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ClassifiedsWANTED

Looking to rent a spacious, nice, clean 2-3 bdrm house of top floor of a house with 1 yard for up to $1000 incl utilities. Please call Robin at 679-8986

FOR SALEGolden Oak upright china cabinet - Glass doors with 4 wooden shelves, Back lit display box, 2 door storage space at bottom. 72” high, 26” wide, 18” deep. Asking $450.00. 250-679-8513

GENERALSenior interested in trading small mobile in Sicamous for one in Chase, 15 minutes from Salmon Arm. If interested contact Lloyd at 250-836-4915

Hunter Training Course (CORE). Held downstairs at Legion. March 14, ‘15 8 am - 5 pm. Cost $140 Inc: Course, manual, exams bcwf fee. Pre-register 250-679-2758.

Drop in Art Classes. Mondays 1-3 pm. $15 for 2 Hours. Beginners welcome. Phone Judy Mackenzie. 250-679-5425.

Guitar Lessons. 30+ years experience. All levels, styles & ages. Call Adam (250) 377-1516 or [email protected]

FREE “Introduction to Yoga” Class, Monday March 9th, 7pm-8pm, Adams Lake Indian Band Gym - Are you curious about yoga but not sure what it all entails? Do you suffer from health problems and aren’t sure yoga is right for you? Come find out in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Lots of explanations on the benefits of yoga and learn basic poses and terms. Children and youth welcome if accompanied by a caregiver. Bring the whole family!

LOST & FOUNDFound on the street, Big heavy ring. Contact The Sunflower - 721 Shuswap Ave, 679-8880

Found - Video camera on Highway near Chase. Contact The Sunflower - 721 Shuswap Ave, 679-8880

Found - Old Blackberry in parking lot. Contact The Sunflower - 721 Shuswap Ave, 679-8880

FOR RENTTwo 1 bedroom apartments for rent. $575 & $595 + D.D. includes heat, hydro & cable. 409 Shuswap. 250-679-2700. One available March 1st, and other April 1st.

Business & ServicesSpring has Sprung. Pruning to be done! Trees, hedges, yard cleanups, lawn care. Now booking power raking and aerating, fully insured. Call Jonnie Walker 250-318-5237.

K9 Scallywags. Pet Grooming by Sandy. 250-679-7889. New Location: Chase Vet Clinic.

Mobile Massage for your health. Call 250-319-1293 for an appointment.

Chase Upholstery – 323 Willow St, Chase, BC. 679-3923. Furniture – Auto – Boat tops and seats – RVs

Interiors by Patrica - Interior Decor, Home Staging. Now with Furniture! Office: 250-679-3504 Cell 403-370-6661. [email protected] • www. interiorsbypatricia.ca.Shuswap Piano Tuning and Restoration. Call/text Kenny 250-517-7717 [email protected]

Deb’s Bookkeeping & Tax ServicesSeniors and Low Income - Free Regular $45/ Couple $80Business Returns start at $100 • Phone for Appoint. 250-679-2914 9 am - 3 pm

We do Photocopying at the Sunflower. 721 Shuswap Ave. Best days for copying Monday - Wednesday 10-3

Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $4.50 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). Lost & Found & Thank yous are pay-what-you-can/free. Email at [email protected] or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters (721 Shuswap Ave) or Willows Natural Foods.

THANK YOUCARD OF THANKS -

CARL DIGNARDThank you to Chief Tony Dennis & Adams Lake Fire Dept and Chief Brian Lauzon & Chase Fire Dept. for their outstanding tribute at Carl’s memorial. Kudos to Maureen MacDonald & the Chase Hamper Society for catering the post-memorial reception. Thanks to the Knights of Columbus and the organist & choir of Blessed Sacrament Church for conducting Carl’s memorial service. Special Recognition to John Angus for performing the bagpipe tribute. Esteemed gratitude to Danielle Morin, Sherry Womacks, Alison Lauzon and Will Wilson for their considerations and support. Thank you to all for their cards, phone calls, visits and expressions of sympathy. Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated.

Dignard Family

FOR RENTVery nice 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2nd floor apartment. Laundry insuite. $850 No smoking, no pets. 250-319-3903.

GARAGE SALEMulti family garage sale BLUE SPRUCE WAY. March 7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Good variety some big furniture.

THANK YOUThank you to everyone who came by the indoor Community Garage Sale on Sat Feb 21st. It was a huge success! We had treats and treasures come from as far as White Lake & Kamloops! The morning was met with a rush of shoppers, trying to catch a good deal. The scent of hot dogs cooked by the Dry Grad 2015 crew fueled on the vendors and shoppers until 2 pm when it slowed down. Keep your eyes peeled for the next Community Garage Sale!! A huge Thank you to all the vendors who came out.

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Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $4.50 for 20 words. Obituaries are $35 with photo, $30 without. Wedding, birthday, anniversary notices all welcome! Lost & Found & Thank yous are pay-what-you-can/free. Email at [email protected] or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters (721 Shuswap Ave) or at Willows Natural Foods.

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LIONS CLUB WINNER400 Club $100. Winner

Jean Pozzobon, March 4, 2015

Chase BC

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Grocery 250-679-3553Open 8 am to 8 pm

Pharmacy 250-679-8611Open 9 am - 6 pm

TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held at the Village Office, 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, B.C., on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. to consider Zoning Bylaw No. 683-2006, Amendment Bylaw No. 804-2015.

1. The purpose of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 804-2015 is:

• To change the permitted land use on Lot 32, District Lot 517, KDYD, Plan 30232 Except Plans KAP53023 and DAP53387, PID 004-046-935 from “C-3 Service Commercial” to “C-3 Service Commercial permitting the use of resi-dential dwelling for business owner / operator in combination with commer-cial use” as shown outlined in a heavy black on left.

FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that this Bylaw may be inspected at the Village Office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, exclud-ing holidays, until the date of the Public Hearing.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by this proposed Bylaw amendment shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions on matters contained in the Bylaw. Those who are unable to attend the Hearing may make written submissions to the undersigned prior to the Public Hearing up to 3:30 p.m., during office house as noted above. No representations will be received by the Village Coun-cil after the Hearing has concluded. All written and verbal comments will become part of the public record.

Dated this 20th day of February, 2015.T. Pretty, Deputy Corporate Officer

Village of Chase - nOTiCe OF PuBliC heAring - ChAnge OF DATe

BOOK REVIEWby Annelise Grube-Cavers

The author of this book grew up in the Shuswap and was raised with stories of the surrounding hills. As a local she describes the life of farmers through her protagonist, Beth, and some of the struggles faced by rural communities. The story follows the coming of age of the young girl, her own challenges within family and community, and how she ultimately finds her own way.

Despite the difficulties faced there

is a magic in this book that can only be passed on through family, and a strength that comes partly from within and partly is learnt from others. Written by a masterful story teller, this book is heavy at times and hopeful at others. Coming from our beautiful local landscape I really recommend it.

Do you have any suggestions or requests? Email the Sunflower and I would be happy to read what you send.

The Cure to Death by Lightning By Gail Anderson-Dargatz

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The entire Chase HEAT Hockey Club Organization raise their sticks and salute with tremendous thanks

the supportive fans, sponsors and donors who by our estimation are the best!

The 2014-15 Hockey Season was one in which the KIJHL Franchise took another step in it’s development to become a championship entity both on and off ice. The young men who are recruited and choose the HEAT learn “Chase” values of hard work, perseverance, teamwork and respect. Each year from beginning to end the rough edges are shaved off, the attitudes are adjusted, the common goal is understood and fine young men are developed. It is not always easy, but the professional staff led by GM/Head Coach Brad Fox work relentlessly from start to finish to make each individual a better player, team mate and citizen. The players in turn provide thrills, chills and daring do on the ice and community spirit and involvement off the ice. From small town Little Fort to big

city Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton the away from home youngsters develop into successful participants in the game of life! This year’s roster has been exceptional while overcoming adversity, injury and sickness. It has been amazing what has been thrown at the players, how they have responded and their’s and the staff ’s commitment to persevere and seek success.

This season’s squad fell short of their goal in a game of seconds and inches, but, they are stronger from the experience. There is of

course next year, and another shot at development and team success.

ICE CHIPS: Two very fine 20 year old veterans have graduated from Junior Hockey. Captain Kaleb “Boyler”

Boyle was the Division’s Most Valuable Player and the all-time KIJHL Power Play goal scorer. Michael “Stretch” Byer was the Doug Birk’s Division top Goaltender. Both exceptional young men are products of the Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association.

Their leadership and commitment to excellence was greatly appreciated throughout the past two seasons!

Year End Banquet & Awards Night is Saturday, March 7th at 6 pm at the Adams Lake Recreation Centre. For tickets contact [email protected] or 778-220-6955.

THROUGH THE TEARS OF VICTORY AND AGONY OF DEFEAT THANK YOU FANS!

SEASON ENDING: THANK YOU TO HEAT FANS!by Scott Koch

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