ENTERTAINMENT SESS SS SS eS Sr eee — SRA WEDNESDAY, May 1992 2B The Nationa SUBMITTED Over the last century, through economic boom and bust, the West Kootenay region has attract- ed and held people. Ask most people why they enjoy living here and you will be told it is not just because of the fine people who live in the region, but also the beauty and fascinating variation of our natural setting. This is not least the case for the region's artists, who have either been drawn to move into the West Kootenay or, if born here, have chosen to stay or perhaps return. “West Kootenay: Land & people aren't by any means excluded from representation within this world. “In fact,” says WKNEC Gallery director Lou Lynn, “a sense of caring, intima- cy, and involvement with place is what we want to reveal in the exhibition. We decided land- scapes were definitely appropri- ate, but so were works that feature smaller landforms (for example, rock out croppings), wild and domestic animals, trees and other plants, gardens and other aspects of our regional real- ity.” The exhibition is co-curated by Joel Russ, a long-time West K ident and a writer Life,” at the Centre from May 5 to May 31, is y who has contributed to Equinox, Canadian Geographic, Harrow- an the ex, ion of our relationship with the mountains, valleys, forests, creeks, rivers, lakes, and wildlife of this region. The exhi- bition focuses on “sense of place”. While it put the accent on the non-human natural world, (Ch RE oe 7 MAXWELL SCHOOL of DANCE preserd: “BY THE SEA” DATE: Sat., May 23 TIME: 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. PLACE: SHSS Gym Ticket Price $4.00 On Sale at West's Dept. Store & at the door Proceeds towards a Performing Arts Theatre in Castlegar smith, Backpacker, the Vancou- and many other magazines. “Art work featuring the natural world is obviously nothing new, reaching back many thousand of years,” says Russ. “It has long been a part of the Kootenay scene, too. What is new for the region's flowering art scene is to put fine example of local art work into a naturally defined conceptu- al frame, so that the theme of involvement with our life places — the West Kootenay — can cre- ate ‘a whole greater than the sum of its part’ in this show.” : “We have our poets, musi- cians, and theatre people, many of whom are saying something Crystal i £ f IPS (at Avennes), fot ote oe POLLAINE E. EMDE 1480 COLUMBIA AVE. (CASTLEGAR, B.C. VIN 3K3 (604) 365-7616 Res 365-3253 cable ~ 10 + Castlegar City Council - Sunday, + 5:30 pm - West Kootenay Schedule for May 20, 21 & 22 Wed. 6:30 pm, Thurs. 9:00 am + West Kootenay Today - highlights of this week's programs. Wed. 7:00 pm, Thurs. 9:30 am + Faith Alive - ‘Living a Christian Lifestyle’ - an interview. Wed. 8:00 pm, Thurs. 10:30 am + Maple Leaf Band Concert - open Silver City festivities. Thurs. 6:00 pm, Fri., 9:00 am 75th anniversary concert to gavel to gavel coverage. May 24 today - repeat from above. * 6:00 pm - Faith Alive - repeat of above. + 7:00 pm - RATS - theatre production by Fruitvale Elementary. * 8:30 pm - Silver City Days Parade - repeat from above. + 9:30 pm - So What Is A Healthy Community? - reps for Ministry of Helath, City of Saanich, Health Unit and Trail Steering Committee talk with Scott David Harrison. EWONE aa Y TOURS 1355 Bay Ave., Trail - 368-6666 PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL June 3-14, 1992 12 Days Join us for music, magic and make believe. The 84th annual Rose Festival will entertain audiences of all ages. You will enjoy the festival of bands, grand floral parade and the Oregon Coast. As we head home the Columbia Gorge will add the finishing touch to this wonderful trip. Hurry and book today specific about the region,” Russ continues. “Many of our visual artists are saying something about it, too, in visual languages.” The varied visual languages have been expressed in a range of media. The exhibition's artists are painters Phyllis Margolin, Les Weisbrich, O. John Hawkins, Peter Valisek, Sara Anne Cush, and Rick Foulger, photographers Dieter Arndt and Ivan Valisek, and paper-maker Lorna Ober- mayr. Co-curators Lynn and Russ have stressed the importance of quality in the work displayed “The artists in this show produce work of merit in a representation- al vein,” Russ continues. “And, from a slightly different angle, it's of work that ties in well with our need to diversify our econo- my in the direction of low impact, cultural tourism. A wise individual one said ‘if you want people to come share something with you, it's best to have some- thing unique to share with them’ What can be more uniquely regional than our landscape and ecology?” Russ is convinced there is something in most urban gal- leries. “It's considered sophisti- cated and stimulating to show work that, on the one hand, reflects urban social decadence or tensions or, on the other, presents some fascinating esthetic enigma that puzzles viewers,” he says. “West Kootenay: Land & Life” represents an alternative: a healthy regional consciousness Showing at the same time will be a selection of clay wall pieces and sculptures by Ed Bamiling, I Exhibition Centre offers a welcome nm 43 blend of art and place od Former West Kootenay resident, artist Ed Bamiling with some of his ceramic sculp- ture. Bamiling's work will b eon display from May 5-31 at the WKNEC. “Vignettes.” Bamiling, a former Kaslo resident who is now Assis- tant to the Director of the ceram- ics program of the prestigious Banff Centre for the Arts has dis- tilled travel experiences and study of several foreign cultures into his work. He has exhibited wide- ly in Canada, as well as having participated in exhibitions in the US and Europe. Bamiling’s work is hand-built and emphasizes the textural elements of the clay. He describes the spirit of his NEC Gallery's exhibition as “the knowing of things that can't be The public is invited to attend an opening reception with the artists on Tuesday, May 5, at 7 p.m. The West Kootenay National exhibition Centre Gallery is locat- ed just across Highway 3A from the Castlegar Airport. Clean air classic drives away pollution SUBMITTED A province-wide lottery is helping British Columbians drive away air pollution and fight lung This 1955 Ford Thunderbird, which runs on cleaner-burning natural gas, is the incen disease. The BC Lung Association (BCLA) is giving away SO air- friendly prizes in the lottery that will raise money for medical tive in the B.C. Lung Association's lottery. research in British Columbia. The grand prize is the Clean Air Clas- sic® — a 1955 Ford Thunderbird that runs on cleaner-burning natu- ral gas. Secondary prizes are 49 “perfectly non-polluting” moun- tain bikes. “Emissions from cars and truck account for 60 per cent of the province's air pollution,” says BCLA President Dr. Bernie Riedel. “The goals of the Clean Air Classic® are encourage peo- ple to help preserve air quality by reducing harmful emissions and to foster awareness of the benefits of alternative transportation.” Until the August 31 prize drawings, the vehicles will appear at information displays and other events. The lottery tickets are $10 each or three for $25, and can be ordered by phoning BCLA at 731-4961 or outside the Lower Mainland, toll-free 1-800-665- LUNG. Up to 25,000 tickets can be sold under the government lot- tery licence $7739 13. Sponsors are Yorkton Securi- ties Inc., BCTV, Norco, Overwait- ea/Save-On Foeds, and BC Gas Inc. This marks third annual Clean Air Classic® program. Last year, the display and lottery featured a 1956 natural-gas-powered Thun- derbird which in 1990 had been shown at the PNE and in regional parades, festivals and other events. Marking its 85 anniversary this year, BCLA is a voluntary health agency with 130,000 regular sup- porters across the province. The association funds medical DINING LOUNGE Open 4 p.m. Daily Located 1 mile South of Weigh Scales, Ootischenia. Ceiger, Wester and Cominco vouchers accepted Sell it quick - in the Sun classifieds Call 365-7848 ch and du public and It relies on contributions from individual British Columbians for virtually all of its support. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED to attend the GRAND OPENING OF BUS 7 N a Business news? 365-5579 ESDAY, May 20, 1992 3B i} Christine Moyer has been ‘| hired as the new production Celebrate Canada August 29-September 30, 1992 — 33 days “125 Years In The Making” Cc Canada’s y by ing across Canada! Join Us while we meet our fellow Canadians in this exciting 33 day ACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT 11 a.m. to 10 p.m Everyday os - ~ tnajttins to Obihok Ceigar & Cominco meal tickets 365-5304 Time! 365-3294 Chicken Time New Summer Hours accepted 2816 Columbia Ave. KEKULI HOUSE Selkirk College's student residence “ON MAY 28th at 3:00 p.m. Reception to follow at 3:30 p.m. EVERYONE WELCOME! Glance Resumé mania Strong & Associates of Castle- gar reports an increase in the number of people coming to the office to have a resumé Produced. Hints for those who are looking for work — make sure your resumé is current, Properly reflects your skills and abilities and have it look Professional. There's nothin, Various questions provide hints for personal financial picture A leaky roof, the GST tax credit, pensions - we have it all for you today. “I had the roof of my trailer done because it was leaking. I paid $400. Can I take that off my income tax? I am 60 with no pen- sion” — L.L. Unfortunately, no. You may never claim expenses that are strictly of a personal nature. Now, if you had an office in your trailer which you managed worse, from an ‘ property or ran a busi- ness, then you could claim a pro- portionate amount of the repair, it reflects a potential messy employee! Time’s almost up! The ‘It's About Time’ time management seminar on May 20, at the Fireside Motor Inn is almost full. More than 60 peo- ple have already registered. Call the FBDB at 1-800-667- 7579 today to make sure there is room for you! New faces tion experience with the BC Buy and Sell, BC Woman to ‘Woman and Business in Van- couver. Christi and operating costs because you were spending that money in an effort to generate investment or business income (provi you had a expectation of profit.). “We're in our early 50s, with our own home, no debt, a revenue Property and savings both inside and outside our RRSPs. Should -+ we have your money in the_ RRSPs or cash the plans to buy another revenue property?” — GP. Because you pay tax on with- drawn RRSP funds, you have less money in invest. Loss of the capi- tal gains exemption on profits when you sell revenue property (bought after last February) is another tax blow. You could borrow from your RRSP to finance another proper- ty. Or use your non-RRSP funds, which are probably earning tax- able interest at the moment. “Do we need to save all the receipts for our purchases so we can claim the GST deduction or rebate?” — R.P. No, you don't need to keep any receipts to claim the GST tax credit. It’s a refundable credit, which means you can receive a cheque from Ottawa seven if you don’t pay any income > tax. Your GST credit depends on the size and income of your fami- ly; you must be 19 in the tax year to make a claim or if under 19, married or a parent. See form T1 GSTC which came with your tax retum. If you qualify for the credit but Castlegar realtor elected to area board Sun Staff New faces Kal Tire, on Columbia Ave in Castlegar, beside the car wash, has a new manager. Doug Mawhinney transferred to Castlegar from the Courtney Kal Tire store. New to the Kootenays, Doug and his wife and nine year- old son are looking forward to enjoying all the seasons. Doug invites all Kal Tire’s past and new customers to stop in and meet him. Welcome Boug! Congratulations Gary Hyson of Valkyr Aquat- ics is celebrating 15 years of service. Valkyr sells pool ahd Dianne Ramage, the former Administrator of Castleview Care Centre, has resigned. Dianne plans to remain involved with the seniors in the community. Best wishes, Dianne! Fiesta Fridays Every Friday, between May 22 and October 30, is Fiesta Friday at Gardeli’'s Restaurant at the Castlegar Golf course. Along with special Mexican dishes, there will be give- aways, fashion shows, taste tests and a chance to win one of three great prizes. Check it out at Gardeli’s at the Castle- gar Golf course - you don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy it! Call The Sun with your business news 365-5579 A Castlegar realtor has been voted to sit as a director on the Kootenay Real Estate Board, which promotes and advocates professional real estate practices throughout the East and West Kootenays. Barry Brown, from NRS Mountainview Agencies Ltd. in Castlegar, was elected to the i board of di during Kootenay Real Estate Board’s (KREB) semi-annual general meeting, held-lest week at Radium Hot Springs Resort. An NRS sales associate for five years, Brown says he is looking forward to working with the other eight directors in pro- moting and enhancing real estate services throughout the Koote- nay ys. “We'll be meeting on a regular basis to discuss and promote pro- fessionalism in the real estate business throughout this area,” Brown said, adding that it has been along time since a represen- tative from Castlegar has been voted to the board of di of directors BARRY BROWN “I believe in professional real estate and I wanted to see Castle- gar have strong representation in this organization,” Brown contin- ued in explaining why he except- ed the nomination earlier. When real estate offices in the area belong to the KREB, they immediately adopt a set of high standard business practices and code of ethics, which the board “See DIRECTOR —~*C~Si@S n January of this year, I placed my 5th iversary Sale advertisement in the astlegar Sun, Nelson Daily News and Trail Daily Times. At that time, my sales representative informed me of Shop-Net and explained the total market coverage I would be receiving at no additiional charge because I was and T ant izing all 3 received, a good reaction from the tri-city area. I . | was over directly from Shop-Net. n March, I placed an ad ICBC repl: generated by Shop-Net. I now have customers from Slocan Valley - as far away as Revelstoke. This was d by the in the Castlegar Sun for I 1 4 report that I hada significant increase in windshield repairs after the ad appeared. ave one comment to make regarding the am to Silver Rattle Antiques (in Tulips Building) 365-5191 Castlegar Sun and Shop-Net: “THERE'S NO TWO WAYS ABOUT IT - IT WORKS LIKE A CHARM”. 365-7666 - 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SER’ AUTOMOBILE * RESIDENTIAL « ICBC & INSURANCE COMPLETE LINE OF WINDOWS. SEALED UNITS & WOODEN DOORS i Mis CE CASTLE GLASS & WINDSHIELD LTD. - 2228 - 6TH AVE. CASTLEGAR WF WE DON'T HAVE IT, WE'LL MAKE IT didn't apply, you may go back to 1990 to apply for the credit paid in 1991 orto last year for the credit to be paid this year. Note that if you are claiming the GST as a business expense or imput tax credit, then you must keep all receipts. “We are in our 70s, both retired missionaries. My wife receives no pension but did receive $600 out of her RRIF, from which $31.53 tax was deducted. Does she claim the $1,000 pension income amount or only $600? And can she get back the $31.53?” —J.M. She may claim only the $600. But she should probably take $1,000 out of her RRIF each year from now on - to claim the full$1,000 pension income amount as long as it is available The $31.53 held back, like all other tax withheld at source, is shown as a credit at the end of your tax retum, on the line “Total imcome tax deducted (from all information slips).” “over the past couple of years I have been reading in your col- umn about private pension imcome you can create once you reach 65. But no one, not even bank officials, know anything <7); me Hvanirs Ry wel u ee UL The Name You Know You (¢ about this. I have to manage my own affairs as my husband will have nothing to do with my finances.” — N.S. Once you tum 65, if you have no pension from a former employer, you may create your own private pension to claim this tax credit (CPP and OAS don't qualify) If you have not yet started to draw on your RRSP funds, you may convert a minimum of $1,000 to a RRIF, or more if you choose to buy an annuity. The RRIF or annuity income environment. This should also give you more flexibility when you eventually withdraw your funds. If having the security and diversification of that future income is important, or appropri- ate to your financial situation, then leave your pension with the employer. (Note that even if inflation averages only three per cent a year, that will cut the pen- sion’s purchasing power by more than half by the time you retire.) Mike Grenby is a Vancouver- based col ist and i for the $1,000 pension income amount. So does the income from a “qualifying annuity” (look for flexibility), which you may buy with non-RRSPs, RRIFs and annuities; perhaps show them this answer to your question. “I'm 39 and pregnant with my first child. Ive just been laid off after working for 7.5 years. If I leave my pension, I'll get $228 a month when I retire. Or would if be better to take out my money and invest it myself?” — E.G. If you are good at managing your finances, you will probably do better to transfer your pension to your RRSP, where it will con- tinue to grow in a tax-sheltered financial adviser who works with individuals; he will answer your question as space allows — write to him c/o The Castlegar Sun 465 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC VIN 1G8 AAT an Trust 735 Columbia Ave., Castlegar \ \ x Na \ weer s PHONE 365-5689, Ww 4 et . AU ES SN