Castlega

Our stand in Castlegar has
been and continues to be whatev-
cr makes the best sense in terms
of medical care, services and eco-
nomics for all of the people of the
West Kootenay as a community is
the best for each one of us.”

Ken Talarico, A i

Hospital told the Castlegar Rotary
Club last week that, in viow of
the present financially suraight-

The Castlegar Sun

lund- Trail MLA. Bd Conroy
, and the
direction it is taking. He was

ened circ s in the
province and thé government's
determination to streamline and
regionalize hospital and health
services, mutual cooperation and
not ‘circling the wagons’ was the
only logical approach to the
whole i

for the Castlegar and District

Another guest speaker Ross

460 Columbia Avenue
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CASTLEGAR CITY COUNCIL

seeks citizen input to the

1994 BUDGET

at a meeting to be held
APRIL 11, 7 PM ¢ FIRESIDE BANQUET ROOM

Phone: 365-7227
Fax: 365-8566

about the positive
impact of the new Celgar plant
‘on the environment and the eco-
nomics of the region and of the

boost to the area of the 1996"

Summer Games, with 4,200 ath-
letes and coaches which will

off our beautiful country,” he said.

200 Lives Each Year.

With the projected improve
ment in the e@onomy he foresaw
the need for expanded transporta-
tion and highway facilities and
discussed at length about the
Conroy Connector’

John Hacquoil, Superintendent
of Nelson Power Department
spoke on the Alternative Bon-
nington Falls Power Department
and the Alternative Bonnington
Falls Power Plant Plan being pre-
pared by EBA Ltd. Engineering,

Accidents Involving Speeding Claim More Than

Please, Slow Down.

Wednesday, April 6. 1994

consultants for a powerhouse
consiruction on the Kootenay
River for th: City of Nelson. The
project, said Hacquoil is a West
Kootenay “power-smart™ pro-
gram, a multi-million dollar pro-
ject which will best utilize the
waters of the Kootenay, particu-
larly during the ‘winter months.

A local contractor, Trowelex,
is working on the excavation of
a tunnel, the first phase in the
work, with completion expected

r Rotarians welcome guest speakers

in 1995,

Other equally interesting
speakers are expected in the near
future, said Castlegar Rotary
President Dave Williams. These
include a special representative
for the Parti Quebecois on April
6, and American nurse Penny
Burley, Rotarian volunteer to
Romania for the Save the Chil-
dren Program who will speak on
the program April 12. Both of
these are Ladies’ Night meetings.

New mine to open in the North

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Prime Resources Group Inc. a
Mine Development Certificate for

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the company’s Eskay Creek Pro-
ject, Energy and Mines Minister
Anne Edwards announced recently.

“This major new mine means
that more jobs are being created
and is positive news for B.C.'s
mining industry, supply compa-
nies, and the provinces

Edwards said. “Government and
industry are working to send a
clear message to investors that
B.C. isn’t just open for business,
it’s actively looking for business.”
The certificate approves a $75
million, 130,000 tonnes-per-year
underground gold, silver, zinc and
copper project, located 80 air kilo-
meters north of Stewart. The pro-
ject includes the mine, ore loadout
facility,-and-tes waste rock
and ore stockpiles. A plan for

region certification of this Project
is a significant sign that mining is
making a rebound in B.C.,”

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and restora-
tion of the site is included with the
certificate.

The Eskay Creek project. was
given a full review with
public and First Nations consulta-
tion. The review showed that

“The fact that this review could
be completed within six months
shows that the Mine Development
Assessment Process worked well
at identifying the issues and resolv-
ing them,” said Edwards.

The project is planned to employ
about 80 people during construc-
tion, scheduled to start immediate-
ly, and about 110 people for mine
operation. The total payroll for the
mine oves its forecast ten-year life
is estimated at $55 million.

Tahitan communities in Dease
Lake, Telegraph Creek and Iskut
will benefit from the company’s
commitment to recruit and train
local aboriginal people.

Road access to the minesite is
from Highway 37, turning off at
Bob Quinn and Travelling 58 km
along the Iskut and Eskay Creek
Spur roads.

Prime Resources also proposed
a mill development 40 km south-
east of Houston to process the ore,
but two months ago announced
that for economic reasons—partic-
ularly the $184-million capitol
cost—milling and smelting would
be done at existing facilities out-
of-province. Both the province and
Prime Resources agreed to include
the mill in the certificate, which
will let the company go ahead with
the B.C. mill at a later date if the
economic conditions allow.

SPORTS

Sports Dept.
John Van Putten
365-5579.

The Castlegar Sun

EDNESDAY,

TM

April 6,

1994

A season

Players, coaches,-volunteers
and fans honored during
Rebels’ banquet

The Rebels’ 1993-94 season
officially ended last Thursday
night, as a large crowd consisting
of parents, coaches, —

Ulla Bohnet, who cheered loud
and hard all season long.

Rebels’ Executive Secretary
Marge Lalonde and Treasurer

and Rebels’
pay tribute to the team that perheg
fined hockey in Castlegar.
Held March 31 at the 19th hole
golf course restaurant, the team
consisted of speeches by
executive, coaches and of course,
the players themselves, all of
whom dwelled on the successful
season and the 24-game
Streak that will likely sit
untouched in the record books for
years to come.
Annual awards were handed
out to those deserving players
of

d special
recognitibn for their unfailing
dedication to the Rebels organiza-
tion. Also receiving special
recognition were Pat and Russil
Rilcof, who have been dedicated
supporters of the Rebels in more
than one aspect of the game.

Of course the coaches were
honored, and Garry Saver, John
Phillips and Wayne Salekin all
received gifts from the team for
their support, As did trainers
Janet Harcus and Tom Campbell.
Stick Attendant Tim Pretty was
also h d for his dedication to

showed

both on and off the ice. The
awards wére ted as follows:
Sportsmanship & Ability,
Vince Antignani; Most Inspira-
tional, Chris Babakaiff; Most
Popular Player, Todd Doyle,
Most Improved Player, Jeff
Evdokimoff, Rookie of the Year,
Gary Hunter; Most Valuable
Team Player (this award was
shared), John Ray and Vaughan
Welychko; Best Forward, Mike
Hunter, Best Defenceman, Kevan
Rilcof; Most Valuable Player,
Mike Hunter; Sr. High School
Education & Hockey Award
(shared), Darren Pottle and Gary
Hunter, Most Valuable Player

(playoffs), Mike Hunter.
Receiving the award for Out-
jing Service to the Rebels was
Director Fred Fomenoff. Super
Fans of the Year were Randy and

the team, and it was noted that he,
of all people, enjoyed the wins,
and suffered through the losses—
sometimes harder than the play-
ers themselves.

Fred Jack Jr. also received a
gift from the Rebels’ executive
for his professionalism on-air
while broadcasting Rebels’
games. His younger brother,
Chris Jack, was also presented
with an award for his timeliness,
(with one exception) in keeping
the crowd musically entertained.

After a hardy meal, speeches,
and of course handing out all
awards, the evening concluded,
marking the passing of yet anoth-
er season, and for seven Rebels’
players, the end of a hockey
career at this particular level.

Next season, it was said, will
be one of yebuilding,

Nordic Ski Club AGM
One of the most imp

Sidelines

days in the c1
nothing to do with snow— it does not even take place

try skiing season has
on the ski trails.

soon forgotte

Castlegar Rebel award
winners in one last
group photo, For some it
marks an end of their
Junior B hockey career,
while others are looking
forward to next season.

Mike Hunter

Most Popaar Player ;

Chris Babakaiff

It is the clubs annual general meeting which is set to take place
Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Castlegar and District Community
Complex. The major issue at the meeting will be equipment, either
the repair or as well as and election of a new
executive. The agenda also includes reports covering the Biathlon
and the Jack Rabbit programs as well as a club history report.

Hone you soccer skills

The Metro Gerela Soccer School will be taking place in Vernon this
year with the boys taking to the field from August 8-12 and the girls
from August 15-19. The School is offering a complete soccer, fitness
and For more contact David Smith
or Metro Gerela at (604) 929-9162, Fax 929-1699.

Get into the spring swing
The Rossland Trail Country Club, Birchbank course, is now open!
It’s time to dust off the clubs and get back into the swing of things!

Softball clinic for little swingers

If your child is between the age of six and cight years old and is
interested in playing softball, then sign him or her up for the Softball
Clinic for Kids, scheduled for April 8 and 9 at Kinnaird Middle
School. This course, put on through the Castlegar Recreation Centre,
is designed to get young athletes started on good habits, by teaching
them the proper ways to throw, catch, bat and run the bases. Once
your child is enrolled, make sure they are wearing the proper gear:
sweats, a loose shirt, running shoes and of course...a ball glove! Call
the recreation centre for mote information about spaces available and
registration cost.

Can a paper route help your basketball game?
Congratulations to Castlegar Sun carrier Donovan Parks, who was
the high shooter in a recent Basketball tournament held at Kinnaird
Middle School. Donovan scored 25 points in the tourney, and aside
from all that talent, we'd like to think it’s the exercise he gets from
delivering papers around Castlegar that contributed to his hot hoop
action on the court!

Getting all sat t forfun

is_ offering
Tee aad Sr ote i 9pm. ae Kinaaied bands
School. If you're not pre-registered then drop by the recreation com-
plex to put-your name on the list.

Get your name on the list

The 1995 Babe Ruth World Series committee is looking for volun-
teers for the upcoming §r. Babe Ruth World Series. to be held in
Trail in August. This is your chance to ensure that you will be volun-
teering for the job of your choice. Positions are available in Adminis-
tration, Marketing, Public Events, Sales, Operations and Stadium
work. There is something for everyone! Pick up your application
form from, and drop it off at, any branch of the Kootenay Savings
Credit Union. A.M. Ford or send it to Gail Reblelato; 3788 Wood-
land Drive. Trail, B.C. Or send by fax to 364-4872.

Phone 365-5579
with your Sidelines information

Vaughan Welychko

Most Valuable Team Player

Mest Valuable Team Player |

Best Defenceman

Sr. High School Education
& Hockey

Challange the Wall,

JOHN VAN PUTTEN

Thursday April 7 marks the
date that Selkirk College will
be hosting their Fifth Annual
Storm the Wall competition
The competition, a relay race,
will combine the skills needed
to canoe, sprint up a short hill,
cycle, jog and climb.

The event, set to start at
noon, still has room for more
teams. According to race orga-
nizer and Selkirk College
Director of Athletics, Preston
Zeeben, those interested in
taking part in the fun-filled
event can register up until just
before race time. For $5 you
can enter the race and for $5
more you can take home a
race T-shirt

The event, which will cover
a total distance of 10 km, is
open to high school teams,
college students, and staff, as
well as members of the com-
munity. Each team will be
made up of six members,
except for the solo Iron Man
competitors. Last year 20
teams and four solo “Storm the

Wallers* tackled the course.
The six-event competition
will start with a 2 km run over
a combination of terrain. Next
there will be a 400m canoe
paddle followed by another 2
km trail run. Following the run
there will be a 400m sprint. A

New ladies curling

Even though the dust ffm the
high level of competition has
only just settled the Castlegar
Ladies Curling Club is already
planning for next winter.

During the annual wind-up
dinner held recently a new execu-
tive for the 1994/95 curling sea-
son was elected to replace Verna
Dawson and her executive who
helped make this past winter a
resounding success.

Dawn Howe was elected as the
new President and Rita Perricr
assumes her place on Howe's
right side as the new Vice-Presi-
dent. The new Secretary is Pam
Mosby while Linda Graves takes

5 km cycle loop will bring the
competitors to their final chal-
lenge, which will be to get
each team member over the 3.6
m (12 ft) wall. It will be a
team effort until every member
is over the wall. The solo com-
petitors are allowed to have

on the Treasurer duties.

Jennifer Carter and Holly Rip-
ley will be taking care of the
Draw. In charge of the after curl-
ing prizes are Dorris Braun and
Gwen Hubscher.

Almost as equally important as
the curling on the ice the Social
aspect of the Ladies Curling Club
will be handled by Judy McLach-
lan and Heather Nurgey. The
club’s Publicity person for next
season is Cheryl Batchelor

Trophy presentations at the
wind-up included: Tuesday 8:30
p.m. winners (Lindsay Brown
Trophy) Joan Command: Lisa
Nevakshonoff; Lori Tomlin and
Teresa Wilson. Runners-up were
Lorraine John; Janie Phipps:

again

one person at the base of the
wall to help them scale the
tower

This event, held on the
Selkirk College grounds, is a
exciting way to spend an after-
noon whether you're a sports
enthusiast or a competitor.

excutive

Cheryl Bonowicz and Marillee
Papau

Wednesday 12:00 p.m. (Castle-
gar Savings Credit Union Tro
phy) winners’ Mary Perehudoff:
Lesley Johnson; Edie Dunn and
Bella Moran Runners-up: Rita
Perrier, \!t) Pinney. Betty \nne
Glover and Norma McDonaid

Thursday 6:30 p.m. (NRS Tro:
phy) winners: Diony McArthur.
Holly Ripley, Trudy Biln and
Cara McArthur. Runners-up
Denise Laurie: Verna Dawson
Brenda Balahura and Jennifer
Carter

Collecting their Oglow Bon-
spiel trophy were: Lorraine John:
Mary Perehudoff; Judy McLach-
lan and Bella Moran