B.C. Hydro plugs into
extend electricity deal
with Alberta and U.S.

B.C. Hydro’s existing approvals for short-term and inter-
ruptible electricity removals to the U.S. and Alberta will be
extended.

The deal has been extended to March 31, 1992 to allow
time for public input into the utility’s pending six-year ap-
plication, Energy and Mines Minister Jack Weisgerber an-
nounced recently.

“It is our policy that all proposed energy removals from

e province are fully scrutinized to ensure that the over-
all benefits to B.C. exceed costs by a significant margin,” the
minister said.

“There are real benefits from electricity trade and co-op-
eration between Hydro and neighboring utilities. At the same
time we néed to look carefully at the impacts of generating
and supplying this power on the environment and our ener-
gy security.

ination foll

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 1991

B.C. minister urges EC to act

Forest Minister Dan Miller has asked the
European Community to avoid any further de-
lay in voting on whether to continue allowing
the import of Canadian lumber that has not
been kiln dried.

“Any delay would adversely affect our
province's forest industry and workers,” Miller
said after announcing that he has written to
the European Community expressing the
province’s concerns on the postponement of a
vote that was scheduled for late November.

“The postponement is a serious issue with
grave Adelay ing ing the ex-
emption will have a quick impact on our
sawmills, which sold approximately $500 mil-
lion of green lumber to the EC in 1990. Some of
our coastal sawmills sell up to 40 per cent of
their production to the EC countries.

“We are at this moment working with the
federal government and industry to prepare a
coordinated resp to this post t
the minister said.

“Canada’s ambassador to the European

“There is public interest in this ap r owing H, is
dro’s province-wide information program,” said Weisgerber.
I have therefore decided to refer the application to the B.C.
Utilities Commission for a public hearing this fall. We must
also co-ordinate our process with the federal National Ener-

gy Board which will also review the export proposals.“

The National Energy Board recently granted B.C. Hydro
similar six month extensions to their existing federal export
licenses.

In the new Energy Removal Certificate application, Hydro
and its export subsidiary, Powerex, request authorization to
remove up to 6,000 gigawatts-hours per year of short-term
firm energy and up to 25,000 GWh per year of interruptible
energy.

The application states that temporary surpluses from Hy-
dro’s system, plus short-term purchases from other B.C. and
Alberta electricity producers, will be the sources of supply
for electricity export sales and exchanges with both U.S. and
Alberta utilities.

Permission is not sought either for long-term firm sales
or for exports over new inter-connections. Electricity exports
from projects proposed by independent power producers
would not be permitted by this certificate.

Cc y has sent a letter asking the com-
mission to expedite the procedural process so
that consideration can be given to this issue.
Our federal trade minister, the Honorable

Miller said Canada has very low levels of
pinewood nematodes in its forests and the like-
lihood of shipping contaminated products to
the EC is remote. Nonetheless, plant health of-
ficials in the EC are concerned that the possi-
ble presence of pinewood nematodes in import-
ed green lumber could introduce wilt disease to
European forests.

Canada has a “derogation”, or exemption,
from this requirement for green lumber as long
as it is accompanied by a mill certificate en-
suring that the lumber is free of bark and grub
holes. This derogation order expires on Dec. 31.

“In my letter, I have pointed out to the Eu-
ropean Community commissioners that B.C.
has a mill certification program that ensures
that green lumber exports to Europe are free
from contamination.

“[ have brought to their attention that a Eu-
ropean Community official has visited our
province to look at our quality control measures
and was satisfied with them

“It is also important to note that Canada and
the European Community have undertaken a
joint research project to evaluate the heating,
or pasteurization, of softwood lumber to eradi-
cate the pinewood nematode. The results of this

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the line: “The wind was howling on this Christmas Eve
when Santa and his reindeer landed in my front yard.”
And ending with the line: “Santa returned the next day.
leaving a simple note: “Thank you friend, for Christmas is
saved.”
* Mail of bring your story into the Castlegar Public Ubrary or
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e Include your name. address, age and telephone number.
The Christmas Short Story Contest has been divided into 3
age categories:
— Eight and Under
— Ages 9. 10.and 11
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The three stories in each group chosen by the judges as
the best in each group will be in the Castiegar
News’ Christmas Greetings Tabloid on Saturday.
December 2!
«in addition, book certificates will be awarded as first,
second and third prizes in each category.

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Dec, 4, 1991

ActionAD

‘V ANNOUNCEMENTS
6 Birth

DONNA and ROSS GIBSON of
Vancouver are pleased to
announce the birth of their
daughter Brittni Jean born Nov. 30
weighing 8 Ib. 2 oz. Proud
grandparents are: John and Lucy
Cheveldave of Castlegar and Jim
and Wilma Gibson of Vancouver.
(97)

Personal

CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY.

In memoriam donations
i Box 3292, Castl f

B.C. V1N 3H6, 365-5167. (104/2

‘Vv CHILDREN

73 Cc

MATURE woman available to

babysit in her home.Reasonable

12 5 Card of thanks

The family of the late WASILISA
PEREPOLKIN wishes to extend
heartfelt thanks to all their relatives
and friends for their support in time
of need. Thank you to all the
singers, speakers, cooks and
gravediggers. Special thanks to
Mike O'Connor and staff and Phil

rates, a: hone
365-6646. (tfn/93)

76 Childeare Wanted
MATURE babysitter required for 1-

1/2 yr. old, references required.
365-8135. (/97)

RESPONSIBLE reliable teenager

to babysit near 3100 block Sth
Avenue. 365-2750. (/97)

and Olga Pilot . Your
will never be forgotten. The
Perepokkin Family. (/97)

Many thanks Wayne Stoopnikoff
and Bobby Kinakin for helping two
locked out oldsters. Merry
Christmas. (/97)

ON behait of all of us; we would
like to thank all of the doctors and
nursing staff's of the Castlegar and
Trail Regional Hospitals, for all the
care and attention given to the late
Grace Postnikoff. We would also
like to thank Mike Oconnor and the
staff at the Castlegar Funeral
Chapel, and the many friends and
relatives for their help and support
during our time of sorrow. All
donations and conrtibutions that
are made to the Cancer Society or
Iskra are greatly appreciated
Thank you all again for your
kindness and support. Sam
Postnikoff and Family (/97)

33 Lost

LOST WED., Nov. 20, very fluffy
black cat with short tail. Lost on
10th Ave. 365-6510. (3/95)

36 Found

Set of keys at Car Wash Columbia
Ave., Thursday, Thrifty Car Rental.
365-3900. (3/95)

v EMPLOYMENT
99 Help Wanted
Weekend

EVENING &

and office experience preferred.
Please apply to: Castlegar &
District Recreation Department,
2101-6th Avenue, Castlegar.
Application Deadline December 6.
(3/95)

WANTED — Full-time hairdresser.
With clientele preferred but not
necessary. Send resume to Box
3007F Castlegar, B.C. V1N 3H4.
(3/95)

Action Ad Deadline For Saturday 5 p.m., Wednesday

Display Ad Deadline For Saturday. 5 p.m., Wednesday

Action Ad Deadline for Wednesday 5 p.m., Monday

Display Ad For 5 p.m., Friday
ACTION ADS — 365-2212

By GARY LARSON 400 Furniture

LOVESEAT and couch and
recliner, rust color, excellent
condition. Paid $1,700. Will sell for
$800. Ph. 365-3837. (tin/79)

SINGLE bed — maple headboard
asking $125. 365-3969. (3/97)

406 Equipment
J.D. 112 tractor w/mower blade,
chains, 12 H.P. Case 222 — 12
HP tractor w/mower, snowblower,
chains. Honda 350 motorcycle.
365-3284 leave message. (7/95)
FOR SALE OR HIRE: 550 J.D.
Crawler 440 J.D. Skidder, 15
years experience in selective tree
farming. 359-7044 evenings.(7/95)
BACKHOES, 1213 Cone crusher,
966 loader-grapple for bucket,
dump trucks. Call Vic 493-6791.
(7/98)

412 Misc for sale
DENNON am/m, CD shuttle deck,
4 speakers and amp, $1,000 firm.
Steve 365-2244/364-2588. (tfn/73)
Johnny's Grocery Best
CELERY

THE FAR SIDE

You never see it coming

126 Work Wanted

WHITE TORNADO CLEANING
SERVICE: 10 years He

‘V MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
370 Antiques

ing experience. Reliable, efficient
and references 365-6914

WANTED — 70 overweight people
to lose 10-29 Ibs. per month.
100% natural. Doctor
recommended. We pay you.
Serious callers only. 1-533-5576.
(3/95) ‘

ANIMAL LOVER to supply
daycare service to a friendly
Husky Dog; 5 days/week 365-
2156 evenings. (8/95)
HOUSEKEEPER needed once per

week. Experience essential. Call
Joy 365-3752 after noon. (3/95 )

FEMALE German Shepherd.
Phone 365-2344 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(3/95)

CASTLEGAR Home Support will
be i fora

part-time Personal E

(3/97)
V SERVICE GUIDE

ANTIQUES

TULIPS FLORAL - 365-5191 +4

[ANTIQUES

HONEY DEW MELON:
BROCCOLI :

(NOW SELLING HOURS:
DESEL ~— 8am.-8p.m

2 GM wheels $15; one car rack,
$15; National Geographics for
1982, 12 for $10. 365-6415. (3/97)

GREEN range hood fan in working

199 Contractors
BUILDER, familiar with all aspects
of construction/repair. Reasonable
rates. Contract preferred. Free
estimates. 362-9558. (tfn/40)

226 Florists

EVERLASTING FLORAL

* Depression Class
SILVER RATTLE ANTIQUES
301-11Ih Ave., Castlegar

INTERIORS - realistic
trees built on natural trunks +
personalized consultation in your
home or office » custom design to
your specifications + guaranteed
quality and workmanship + 2536-
9th Avenue, 365-6222. (7/92)

Response System (P.E.R.S.)

Coor his t

CALICO, long-haired, female cat,
full grown, found in Robson-
Raspberry area. 365-7117. (3/97)
FOUND on weekend of Nov.
23/24, painting near Paulson

tly involves one 6 hour day
per week. Responsibilities:
Cc i :

232 Home imp

373

RE-CONDITIONED fridges,
stoves, washers, dryers,
dishwashers. Call collect — Apple

offers. 365-2353. (3/97)

COLLECTOR'S ITEMS — 1983
$100 22 kt. coin, NFLD, 400-year
anniversary. Issue price $310.
Level action rifle, rare Winchester
32 Special, $300. 365-6361. (3/97)

treddle

8332. (3/97)

11 PIECES 20 foot 6 inch pipe,
threaded both ends, with

City Furniture, 862-5103.
Free weekly delivery to the
Kootenays. (tfn.59)

Used furnace pipes;
table, Coleco Vision games, air
mattress, electric heater,

HOME Hardware Building Centre,
Trail, B.C. Free estimates on vinyl
siding and Tamko Roofing

the client
order, maintain, demonstrate and
install the P.E.R.S. m i

d. 364-1311, 365-0213,
354-4137. (26/73)

coordinate the responders:

bridge. For more call
442-5574 or 447-6656. (3/97)

F ial and other
records. Applications will be
d until 13, 1991

292 Tree Services

BRANCHING OUT TREE
SERVICE. 362-5076. (tfn/80)

376 Auctions
BUY on SELL sy AUCTION

BANKRUPTCIES, ESTATES, CONSIGN,
OUTRIGHT PURCHASES.

USSELL Open Mon.-Sat. 9-5
CTION 2087 Hiohway 34

75 Honda for parts,
76 Datsun 710 for parts, row bar
for’ Ford, truck fuel tank. Skidder
chains, loader chains, logging
truck chains. 359-7398. (3/97)

NEAR new Sears tires Road
Handler P215-75R14 ice/snow
radials on Toyota truck rims. 365-
8307. (/97)

382

42 Personal
ALCOHOLICS y and Al-

at the Home Support Office at
1464 Columbia Avenue. (4/96)

Anon. Phone 365-3663. (104/91)

WANTED: 70 o ight people
to lose 10-29 Ibs. per month.
100% natural — doctor
recommended. We pay you.
Serious callers only 1-533-5576.

10 PERSONS required
diately for leoh

soliciting (Castlegar Dinner Club),
2 shifts available 10 a.m. -4 p.m.
or 5:30- 9, $6.50 per hour.
Students welcome. Call today —
start today. 365-2241, (/97)

V PETS & LIVESTOCK
351 Pet

GIVEAWAY, two kittens, 365-
5945. (3/95)

BEACH oil furnace for mobile
home, down-draft ciw
tank/chimney $250. 365-6698.
(tin/46)

400 Furniture

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIS, poles
and boots, size 10, excellent
condition. $150: 365-5596 or
3420-8th Ave. (/97)

26'x 12° POOL tables, $3,000
each. 365-3237. (tin/66)

The News Classified Ads .
the place to look for bargains!

CASH for good old furniture,
antiques and collectibles. Phone
Pat Hogan 352-6822. (tfn/91)

CASH for good used tires. BIG O
TIRES, 1507 Columbia Avenue,
Castlegar. (104/101)