YELLOW ROSES were presented those young Brownies by Brown Owl Jane Torgalson as they flew up to Robson Guide Company ond were received by Guide Capt. Judy Rowland. Now Guides are, left to right, Erica Berger, Tami Sorenson, Donna Middleton, Dione ‘Churches and Tammy Walsh, The special ceremonies concluded with the serving cf tea by the Guides to visiting parents and friends, Work Begins on Cominco’s. $6.9 Million Treatment Plant Cominco has begun work on & $6.8 million effluent treat- ment plant to clean process and waste water entering the Co- lumbla River from ‘the com- pany's metallurgical operations at Trail. Bob Farmer, manager of the company's modernization and expansion program, said water released from the Trail plant will be near drinking- water quality, He said that essentially the plant will be o smaller version of the $12 million effluent treatment plant Cominco is now building at its Kimberley opera- tions, The various sewer systems from more than 20 separate areas at the Trail metallurgical complex will be connected to the new plant. “All our modernization pro- jects incorporate improved en- (YOUR STARSTHIS WEEK / Those who are wise will put personal concerns in a position of relative impor- tance this week and con- centrate instead on a ca- reer progress and joint enterprises entered into the stake of professional profit. Romantic entangle- ments and notions are in- clined to cause precision and determination to fade; it is vital to the week’s success, then, that such emotional considerations be set aside in favor of strictly objective, factual modes of decision-making. The pioneering instincts of the few may serve the many exceedingly well this week. New methods, dif- ferent approaches make the way toward career goals somewhat hazardous - but they also make it exciting, interesting, and above all, profitable. PISCES: (Feb. 18-March 5) ~ A slowdown caused by reverses in heaith, finances may cause some panic early in the week. Take the reins! (Mar. 6- Mar. 20) - Another's ef- forts to make changes in | your life may cause emo- tlonal distress. Try to gain an objective position. ARIES: (March 21-Apr. 4) ~ Advance career affairs early in the week. Unless you get an early start, you will make no gains this week. (Apr.5-Apr.19) — You m e up your regarding differences of opinion on the home front early in the week. Stick to decision, + TAURUS: (Apr. 20-May 5) — A question of financial gain-loss takes more of your mind and time than it should; try to accomodate surprises.(May 6-May 20) - - Take care that yor plan to sprint ahead of the compe- tition doesn't backfire. Keep your best foot for- ward — all week! GEMINI: (May 21-June 6) ~ Stick close to home base this week - in spite of promises of gain if you do otherwise. Pay attention to new friends. (June 7-June 20) — If you are relaxed and rested, you can accom- plish much at this time. Don't try to achieve on little sleep. CANCER: (June 2l-July 7) — It is vital to success that you have a timetable — and that you keep to it. Don't allow the unexpected to hinder progress. (July 8- Aug. 22) - Problems on the home front make it diffi- cult for you to solve prob- lems on the than usual this week, you can forget about makin; gains. (Oct.8-Oct.22) — Partners play a more im- portant role in your suc- cess this week than you like to admit. Enter into joint endeavor! SCORPIO: (Oct. 23-Nov- .7) — Members of the oppo- site sex create more confu- . Sion than anything else. ig . Firm up your resolution to — Business growth and business profit coin- cide — unless you are slow picking up hints regarding progress. SAGITTARIUS: (Nov.-22- Dec. 7) — Current difficul- ties can be solved with financial aid. Seek profes- sional advice before bor- rowing, however. (Dec.8- Dec.21) -- Where debt rears its ugly head, strain disrupts ati scene. LEO: (July 23-Aug.7) — Careful handling of com- munications — phone call, letters, head-to-head conversations — is essen- tial. Don’t: be- off-hand. (Aug.8-Aug.22)} ~-Take-the - ‘pulse of yéur'telatiénship '' with co-workers. Are you giving too much? Too lit- tle? Judge well. VIRGO: (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) — The pressure from supe- riors lessens week. Bear in mind essential ingredients of business success. (Sept.8-Sep.22) — e no decisions now that you can’t back up with action. Children depend upon Your presence; be ere? re LIBRA: (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) - - Unless you are willing to work harder and longer MUTTART MANUFACTURED HOMES... tenet gunace *YES YOU CAN... BUILD YOUR OWN FIUTTART HOME *#yes you can-++ SAVE MONEY (AND LOTS OF IT) *yes you can--- RECEIVE YOUR 1979 BROCHURE BY MAILING THIS COUPON MUTTART MANUFACTURED HOMES... EDMONTON: 10930-84 Street © T5H 1M7 Agent: RON. E. DALE 1707-17 St. S., Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 486 Phone: 426-2550 YES... Show me how Muttart can save me money. NAME ADDRESS POSTAL CITY/TOWN CODE PROVINCE PHONE (Filt out completely to ensure delivery) CN3 ip ships. Take your time de- termining action. . CAPRICORN: (Dec. 22- Jan. 6) — Be sure you know which way the wind is blowing where business af- are concerned. Part- nerstmay need a.,boost. . (Jan.7-Jan.19) ,— Make an: investment in a friend's success. Put your knowl- edge and experience at the disposal of a beginner. AQUARIUS: (Jan. 20- Feb. 3) — A mid-week cri- sis proves startling — but the test it provides could the difference be- tween success and failure. keep them in the home. Be ready to share results. control el its," he said. “This plant will serve both the new plants and the older ones not affected by the modernization program.” Farmer added that now the Columbia would meet gov- . ernment drinking water stan- dards just a few miles down- stream from Cominco's opera- tions ifit were not for municipal waste from communities along the river. i “This new plant is being built to satisfy. some very stringent requirements set by the provincial Pollution Control Branch.” The estimated one ton of material removed each day fram the metallurgical com- plex's waste and process water will be recycled through. the lead smelter, Farmer said, This material will be contained in about 15 tons of sludge pro- duced each day by the treat- ment process, he said. He estimated the annual operating cost of $250,000. “Total operating dost per year will be about $750,600, but we should be able. to recover $600,000 of that through the removal and processing of lead, zinc and cadmium in the waste sludge.” Design work is underway now, and construction _ will begin in April and wind up during the summer months of 1986, The plant will be tocated | just’ west of the Technical Research Centre, in the park- ing lot’ below the lead’ re- fineries, : In operation, the plant will ” have the capacity to treat 4,500 litres of effluent per minute, Farmer said, SCA Regional Meet Slated for Castlegar Castlegar and District Se- nior Citizens were informed at their last regular business mecting held in their Centre that the regional meeting of the SCA will be held in Castlegar on April 10. Notice was also received from the provincial SCA stating that the annual convention will be held May 14 - 16 in New Westminster and two delegates were requested to attend. These delegates will be elected ata later date. Mrs. H. Johnson will be the delegate at the regional meeting. Committee reports indi- cated all sick have been visited in hospital; eight get-well cards were sent out and several home visits made. Visits had been made to both Trail and Nelson for bowling. Entertainment was arranged for the next meeting. It was decided that mem- bership cards of members un- - able to attend the meeting be mailed to them. en It/was noted. that water was seeping into the basement. of the Centre and this matter should be looked into before any work could be ‘done in improving the basement. G. McAndrew, the senior citizens’ counsellor, reported assisting 63 persons with their Alex Lebedoff, 69, Funeral Held Monday ++. Prayer services were held service concluded: Monday af- ternoon from the chapel of the Castlegar Funeral Home for Alex Lebedoff, aged 69, a resident of Castlegar who died suddenly on Friday. Mr. Lebedoff was born Sept. 28, 1909 at Kamsack, Sask. He was married in that province and came to B.C. 37 years ago, taking up residence in Kelowna. : In 1949, he moved to Castlegar, where for. several years he had been employed as a lumberman with the former Saturday-evening and a funeral ' _Waldie's Sawmill. . *~.*" Surviving is his wife, Lucy; one son, Peter of Castlegar; one sister, Mrs. Lola Abrossimoff of Crescent Valley; four brothers, Nick and John of Creston, and Larry and Walter of Crescent Valley; five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. ~ He was predeceased by a brother, Tim, in 1964. Burial was in Park Me- morial Cemetery, with Castle- gar Funeral Home in care of arrangements, (2 SULOUL7Z DIRECTORY) ANGLICAN CHURCH - ST. DAVID'S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Desmond Carroll 365-2271 8 & 9a.m. Eucharist and Sunday School - 4th Sun: Morning Prayer | Robson 2nd & 4th Sundays: tla. | . UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA 1401 Columbia Avenue Castlegar 10:40 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship. Robson ‘1st & 3rd Sunday 9:45 a.m. Rev. Ted Bristow . 365-8337 or 365-7814 APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF PENTECOST below Castleaird Plaza -~ Ph. 365-6317 9:50 a.m. Sunday Schoo! 11am, svorahlp Service 7 p.m. Fellowship Service Tuesday, 7 p.m., Cottage Rev. Ed. iegner. Pastor Ph. 985-2374 Val Lelding, Youth Pastor « Ph. 399-4753 ~SEVENTH_DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 1471 Columbia Ave., Trail Saturday Services Sabbath School:'9:30 a.m. Divine Service: 11:00 a.m, Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Pastor: D. Zinner 365-2649 CHURCH OF GOD ST. PETER LUTHERAN 405 Maple St. Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. CALVARY BAPTIST 5, 809 Merry Creek Rd. next to Cloverleaf Motel Cc Plaza “Everyone Lowell Kindschy _ Ph, 365-3664 or 365-3662 Listen to the Lutheran Hour Sunday at 11:30 a.m. ~ on Radio CKQR ST. RITA’S CATHOLIC Rev. Michael Guinan Ph. 365-7143 Saturday Night Mass p.m. Sunday Masses at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. ST. MARIA GORETTI Genelle-12Noon * 804-7th Ave., South Pastor: Ira Johnson . THIS SUNDAY 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 41.a.m. Family Worship Sermon: “Good, Falthful & Just’? Youth & Adult Bible Studies Each Week 365-5300 or 365-6762 GRACE PRESBYTERIAN 7th Ave., Sout! 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11. a.m. Morning Worship 6:30 p.m. Evening Worship “A Warm Welcome to All” Minister H. M. Harvey Ph. 365-3816 - Family Bible Hour 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship :00 a.m. Evening Praise :30 p.m. Wed., Bible Study 8pm. , Church Office: 365-3430 767 - 1st Ave., North Pastor: Roy Hubbeard Church: Ph. 365-5212 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship lam. Evening Service p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 130 p.m. Friday: Young People 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Meets at Kinnaird Hall Sunday Bible Class and Worship 10a.m. to 12 noon Call 365-7973 or 365-3763 J problems — a service which is free of charge to any senior in the district. FRANK’S Sharpening Shop Castlegar Behind ‘Castle Theatre" 365-7395 Saws, Drills, Tools, Chain Saws, Scissors, Pinking Shears, Mower Blades, etc. “Belsaw”’ and ‘Foley’? Equipped NOTICE: : Betty Bergeron ‘ formerly of the Hair: Annex Is now working for Boauty Lane, , : Monday to Friday. All her” customers are welcome. . Tank you for calling, aoe 365-6700 EXCAVATION — HAULING — BACKHOES. © “"" CONCRETE GRAVEL — PITRUN GRAVEL TOPSOIL — 7/8 CRUSHED ROAD GRAVEL | DRAIN ROCK — MORTAR SAND PHONE 365-7124 CASTLEGAR UNION SHOP ONE YEAR GUARANTEED We welcome minimum investments of $500. - Anyone can invest. Olfered by First) Investors Corporation Itd. sata T £Canadal td PRINGIPAL, Your one-stop financial centre DOUG FINLAY Principal Interior Representative — TELEPHONE — Days: 365-7267 Evenings: 965-5834 Province of British Columbia PUBLIC NOTICE ROYAL COMMISSION OF: INQUIRY. INTO URANIUM MINING - PARTICIPANT FUNDING The C has been p with limited funds for interested groups within the Province of British Cotumbia to assist. them in preparing their briefs for presentation at a Public Hearing, GUIDELINES The gui for funding of partl before the C as follows: ; (a) There should be a clearly ascertainable interest that ought to be represented at the Inquiry. (b) It should be d that anda [. Pp tation of that interest will make a necessary and substantial contribution to the Inquiry. : ‘i (c) Those seeking funds should have an established. record of concern for, and should have demonstrated thelr own commitment to, the interest they seek to represent. . (d) It should be shown that those seeking funds do ‘not have sufficient financial resources to enable them adequately to represent that interest, and will Tequire funds to do so. s ” (e) Those seeking funds should have a clear proposal as. to, the use they intend to.make of the funds, and should be suf- well to for the funds... : In order to avoid duplication, various groups of similar interests are to jointly prepare a brief for p : APPLICATION FOR FUNDS Application for. funding should be made in writing to the Executive Secretary at the address below, and should provide the following infor- mation: : (a) A statement of how the app! the for.’ : unding. : ‘ : Baits : {b) A description, including a detailed budget, of the purposes for which the funds are required; how the funds will be disbursed _ and how they will be accounted for. em (c) A statement of the extent to which the applicant will con- tribute funds and personnel to participate in the Inquiry. (d) The name, address, telephone number and position of the individual within the group who will be responsible for, : administering the funds. - The deadline for submitting an application will be Monday, April 30, On behalt of the Commission; Brig. Gen. E.D, Danby (retired) Executive Secretary ,Royal Commission of inquiry Health and Environmental. Protection — Uranium Mining 3724 West Broadway Vancouver, B.C. V6R.2C1 Telephone: 224-2014 "Exchange Vows b ; St. Peter's. Lutheran ebhureh in Castlegar was the s§cono of a late’ afternoon 6 fyredding on December 9, when ev. Lowsll B. Kindschy offi- ipisted at the double-ring cere- sImony in which: Susan Lu ‘Shmoorkoff, eldeat daughter of git. and Mrs, William Shmoor- % off became the bride of ‘Andrew Alex Ziben, only child givers Ziben and the late Alex Ziben, % The church was adorned in: raditional holiday. .colors of ‘scarlet and evergreen. Lacey jew. bows lined the’aisle and a Beech of radiance was cast on a Mate ‘shrub ladened. with red & 4 g The elegant bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a jigh-necked ‘’ Edwardian-aty!e ll-length gown of taffeta and ice, complemented with a veil- ‘immed picture hat. She car- gied a white satin muff, featur- ig a cascade of red silk roses, ler jewelry was a pair of ruby Studded earrings, which were ed'on through generations David Armstrong of Richmond, attended to the guest register, "For her daughter's wed- ding, Mrs, Shmoorkoff wore a full-length gown of red jersey and the groom's mother wore a sky! blue taffeta . full-length gown. Both mothers’ corsages were white orchids in lace. The bride's grandmother wore a corsage of white baby roses, The reception room in the church basement was orna- mented with red and white streamers, suspended from white bells, while. bows of cedar and hemlock enhanced the winter. setting. : The ‘head table was .cen- tered by a two-tier wedding -eake featuring red roses: and topped by a miniature bride and groom in a steeple. Mrs. Maria Da Costa of Castlegar did the decorating of the cake. The silver settitg used at the head table had been a gift at the bride’s parents’. wedding. For the Russian y Candlelight ‘Biggest Little Parade’ - Radium Days Canada's “Biggest Little Parade" is again expected to be the focal event when the com- munity of Radium Hot Springs, B.C., (population almost 600) holds its second annual Radium Days, May 11 to 13, Some. 50 to 60 floats, bands, and other entrics are expected for the parade which officidls concede will be sub- “stantially longer than the three- Mr. and Mrs, Andrew Alex Ziben . block-long “downtown” area. ‘The Radium Businessmen's Association, sponsors of the event, say they have the parade situation well in hand, ‘and through a “creative routing plan” will be able to accommo- date all groups and individuals , wishing to participate. The kick-off event for the - three-day festival will be a Casino Night held the evening of May. 11, Saat The Radium Days parade will be held the next day with ‘dinner; the borsch was served with ladles made by the groom's grandfather, the late Mr. James Pozdnikoff. st A former. teacher of the newlyweds, Mr. Martin Van- derpol of Robson, was master of byp-her the late ‘Saiina ‘Lehtonen, Maid of:honor Miss Shari Pow of Richmond, and brides- maid Miss Sheila Shmoorkoff of Radium, a sister of the bride, wore identical crimson colored floor-length gowns with sheer ‘white lace capes, Both wore a touch of baby’s breath in their hair and carried green carna- tions, i The groom was attended by. Mr. Gordon Semenoff of Ootischenia as best man, and Mr. Shane Humphrey of Rasp- berry, as honorary usher. Ush- ers were brothers of the bride, Mr. Thomas Shmoorkoff, Mr. . Robert Shmoorkoff and Mr, Jefferey Shmoorkoff — all of “| Castlegar. Each attendant wore a single red rose-boutonniere. ..... The bridal party, parents b£the bride and groom, grand- mother of tlie bride, Mrs. Polly Shmoorkoff of Pass Creek, and (Nanny) of the bride, Mrs. Daisy. Hepworth of Richmond, received guests for the recep- tion in-the church vestibule following the ceremony. Young- _est brother of the bride, Master _ ~John Shmoorkoff of Castlegar and cousin of the bride, Master ‘The toast to the bride was given by Mr. Larry Kurnoff, cousin of the groom from Grand Forks. The groom presented the toast to the brid -for the evening. —Vogue Studio Portrait «prizes for out-of-province Moats, Loft floats, i : Teachers Hear 62 Speakers During Recent Workshop By J.B. PALMER March 1 and 2 were the dates of a successful Profes- while the best man made the toast -to the mothers, aut An added feature of the evening was a presentation by the father of the bride on the “A, B, C's of a Lasting Marriage.”. : : Best wishes to the bride and groom came from the bride’s relatives in Finland. A’ special guest in atten- dance was Mrs. Mabel French of Cranbrook, the bride’s par- ents’ matron of honor, 21 years ago. i Other out-of-town guests were from Richmond, Burnaby, Parson, Radium, Grand Forks, Fruitvale and Rossland. : Thanks are extended from the bride and groom to the following people who helped decorate the church: Judy, Theresa: and rP: Renee Carlsai y_and Diane Rezansoff, Judy Emde'and the bride's family. af Mr. and Mrs. Ziben will reside in a serene mountainside setting in Pass Creek, (Consumer Comment/ Signing contracts is some- thing most of us have to do at one time or another, and it's not uncommon to experience a certain nervousness’ on such occasions, particularly if large amounts of money are involved. You'll sign with a steadier hand if you-take a few pre- liminary precautions before “committing yourself. First, take the time to think about whether you really want the goods or services you are contracting to buy. Once you've signed on the dotted line’. you can't back out unless it's a door-to-door: sale. :) 5... It's important to find out something about: the firm or individual with whom you are entering: into. the contract. Although. the contract may be legally binding, you do not want to have to invoke the power of the law to force the other party to honor it. Talk to others who have done business with them. If you are in any doubt, contact the Better Business Bureau. Read -the contract. It sounds obvious, but it's amaz- ing how many people don't do it. Make sure you understand what the contract says. Strike * out any parts with which you don't agree and be. sure it includes a detailed description of the product or services you are to receive, f Take the contract to a lawyer if.a large amount of money is involved, suchas in the purchase of a house, or mobile home, or if you are doubtful about any part of it. Look over the contract to see that no spaces are left blank, and initial and have the | other party initial any amend- ments. Get’ a‘ copy of the contract you sign and.keep it until its terms are fulfilled. . For more information. on contracts, call your’ provincial consumer office, or a local consumer group. aula;, Pryce, « sional Di Day in Castlegar. : : While hard-working, stu- dents were given Friday off to study their ‘lessons and duti- ‘fully assist their parents on the * home front, teachers and ad- ministrators from Castlegar, Slocan Valley, Nakusp, Nelson, ‘Rossland and Trail assembled at Stanley Humphries Second- ary School for a day-and-a-half of workshops. . Keynote speaker, was Frances Fleming, formerly the assistant superintendent for the Department of Public In- struction of ‘the ministry of education. She spoke to 200 teachers on Thursday night relating the .significance of quality education and profes- * sional development to the idea that our youth today is a very - important resource — eg cially significant, as this year is the Year of the Child. a Later, an informal dinner was held at the Fireside Place, - - which gave the 62 resource people and teachers an oppor- tunity to get acquainted. The resource people, brought in from all over B.C. as well as Alberta and Washington, spoke on’a wide range of topics, which included curriculum develop- . ment, administration, ability levels in students, special edu- cation and counselling pro- grams, and specific teaching : techniques in the classroom. Most of the 640 teachers attending Friday's workshops had the pleasant experience of attending a traditional Douk- hobor luncheon held at the | Brilliant Cultural Center. Many thanks go to Mrs, Mary Abros- simoff who organized the cater- ing. The friendly USCC ladies provided an unending supply of food with such speed and efficiency that most restaurant ‘managers would turn green with envy. After lunch everyone re- turned to their workshops for additional information, and the sharing of teaching techniques. Teachers also became acquaint- ed with new sources of infor- mation that are: available to them, one example. being a, computer located in San Diego, . Calif., designed to give. exam . The Castlegar News/Mid-Week Mirror in co-operation with Sam's Nursery & Florist | presente: ‘The Good Neighbour Salute — Do you have an exceptional neighbour? Someone éspecially good, kind, and thoughtful? Has someone recently gone out of his or her way to help you? Z Write and tell us about It. The selected Good Neighbour of the Week will receive a plant of thelr choice, courtesy of SAM’S NURSERY .& FLORIST, along with the ‘'Good Nelghbour’’- certificate from the Castlegar News/ Mid-Week Mirror. : "Send your letters to: - . THE GOOD NEIGHBOUR ‘SALUTE . c/o Castlegar News/Mid-Week Mirror Drawer 3007. CASTLEGAR, B.C. *. VIN3H4 ~ questions on any school sub- jects. ss of the Special thanks go to-Tom _ mittee of the CDTA and to’ Loretta Young, vice-president of the Nelson District Teachers’ A Gougeon, F Com- for izing this Set floats, comic floats, fancy floats and decorated bicycles, A logging sports competi- tlon will also bs hold on May. 12 followed by a barbeque, bever- age garden and two dances, , An ethnic dance competi- tion will round out a full slate of Saturday events, Sunday the 13th will be a busy day, starting with o pancake breakfast, an outdoor ‘church service, and a kite-flying contest to round out the day. Persons interested in en- tering a float'in the-Radium Days Parade or in -obtaining further details on the festival CASTLEGAR NEWS, Thursday, March 15, 1979 | It Looked Like in Wood to Me! © Now Your Home Con. Have the Beauty of Weod Without the Problems © Building a new home? © Tired of painting AGAIN this year? Give usa call—Fyee Estimates Vinyl & Aluminum Siding, Soffits & Facia A&l Exterior Siding ‘Dealers for Kaiser Aluminum Fred: 365-2211 Marcel}: 365-2616 should contact’ Mrs.. Barbara Carrier, Radium Business As- sociation, Box 279, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. VOA 1M0. PRIVATE TIMBER. HOLDERS If you have merchantable timber on your property, we will purchase removed volumes at competitive prices. i We will also cruise your timber for you and provide technical and professional advice on forest management. : os Yarding and hauling services are available. Make your reservations, now! Stan $. Do! ue | es re. eligible to filé. a Pharma ‘Claim Form this year, now is the time to do it. -All claims must be mailed beforeMarch 31, 1979. Generally, three groups cannot, or need not, claim a Pharmacare benefit: seb : 1. Those who already receive fully-paid benefits. This group includes citizens aged 65 or . over; those in licensed long-term care facilities; - and holders ofa valid Human Resources Medical ho is eligible for Universal. _ Pharmacare protection? Benefits Program “W/” card. In these cases, benefits are already fully paid and Pharmacare - pays your pharmacist direct. : 2. Tourists, transients and visitors to British Columbia cannot claim benefits. - 3. Also ineligible are people receiving fully paid drug benefitsfromaunion-or All individuals or families registered with the Medical Services Plan of British Columbia (exceptas listed below) may claimian 80% refund + onany amount over $100 spent on eligible , pecan items between Jani ecember 31, 1978. This means that if your drug costs during the year were, say, $300, Pharmacare will refund 80% of $200, or $160. wary 1, 1978 and employer-sponsored plan, or from D.V.A., D.LA., Workers*Compensation, or Home Care. This group will continue to be protected by their own plans. ae Ho. ’ canIclaim? 1 are “eligible prescription cits items”? Wi It’s simple. During the year, your pharmacist will have given you an official Pharmacare teceipt for any eligible item you purchased. Total these up - include as well any receipts for those other medical benefits listed above; if they come to more than $100 for you and your dependents, ask yourpharmacist fora Claim Form, attach the Most drugs prescribed by your doctor, dentist or podiatrist can be included in your total. . However, items such as patent medicines, bandages, artificial sweeteners, vitamin - combinations, antacids, laxatives and other over-the-counter drugs cannot be included. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist. receipts in the spaces provided (no duplicate receipts will be issued), fill in the rest of the form, affix sufficient postage and mail the form. Itis already addressed. Wit H.. about other medical “essentials? if] have any questions? Simply ask at your pharmacy. They knowall the details about Pharmacare. Yes, expenses for items such as ostomy supplies, désignated permanent prosthetic appliances, and syringes for diabetics are benefits, and receipts for these should be included on the Claim Form in the space provided. Universal harmacare a service of the Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Human Resources. Hon. Grace M. McCarthy, Minister