216 Wednesday, April 1, 1992 m@ Winlaw Student earns OLA honors . Andrew Stevenson of Winlaw is among the uni- versity graduates of the Open Learning Agency who will be formally recog- nized at the 1992 convoca- tion. A record class of close to 100 will receive degrees at the March 27 ceremony in Vancouver. Degrees are granted by the Agency’s Open University. Stevenson wanted to earn a degree, but didn’t want to be separated from his family for long periods of time. Open learning pro- vided the flexibility he -needed. Stevenson brought previous post-secondary eduction to the Credit Bank for evaluation. He then completed the re- maining program require- ments for a bachelor of general studies degree. At present, Stevenson is taking a post-degree pro- gram through the Univer- sity of British Columbia that will enable him to teach. “Andrew is an example efthe kind of person who Slocan extends Dance for Heart invite Everyone from Nelson to Castlegar and the Slocan Valley is once again invit- ed to bop to the best of the Dance for Heart extravaganza. The event will be held April 11th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Mt. Sentinel Junior Secondary School in South Slocan. Stephany Dean will be back taking everyone through their paces for this event sponsored by the B.C. and Yukon Heart and Stroke Foundation. ‘Theme music and the Reebok Steps are among some of the activities planned for this year's outing. There were over 80 Dance for Heart events in B.C. last year and organizers are hoping to up that number. The aerobics exercise program pro- motes cardiovascular health and fitness while raising funds for heart research and education. If you haven’t picked up your pledge sheet yet, stop by the Slocan Valley Recre- ation Office or contact Stephany Dean (359-7759). Or if you would like to spon- sor a participant or donate a prize, call 226-7744. —— ae 1 a Bw _— 1 Cl takes a degree through open learning — someone with career and family commitments who wants to complete their studies,” says Open University prin- cipal Ian Mugridge. “In most cases, these students combine credits from other recognized educational in- stitutions with open learn- ing courses to achieve their goal.” B.C. author W. P. Kin- sella will deliver a video- taped convocation address to graduates and guests. -~SAWS SHARPENED 1216-19t Street, Castlegar > (Behind Castle Theatre) 20 Years of Good Service & Parts 365-7395 facturers nufa ve Discounts | Passed on to you! FP pauser Paiitt & | zz ‘No Commission Sales Staff =Frova9= Huge Selection of Famous Brand Name Furniture « Mattresses for every room in your home at major savings. 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He came to Castlegar in 1960 and began working as mill- wright for Celgar, a position he held until his retirement. He was member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Eagles Lodge of Trail. He enjoyed woodworking, curling, golf, gold panning, read- ing and doing anything mechanical. Mr. Jonasson is survived by his wife, Grace of Castlegar, one son, Arthur of Castlegar, two daughters, Yvonne Jonas- son of Castlegar and Karen Jonasson of Kamloops, one grand- daughter and one great granddaughter, one stepson, Kevin Resse of Elkford and two stepgrandchildren, three brothers, Fusi Jonasson of Star City, Saskatchewan, Harry Jonasson of #S. No used furniture. Only famous brand name furniture for every ie a] room In your home. ARROW LAKE ELEVATION 1409.7 ft. on Mar. 27 Forecast of Elevation 1411.4 ft. by Apr. 4 KEENLEYSIDE DAM LOCK During the next 2 to 3 weeks the lock at Keenleyside may have periods of restricted use due to maintenance starting March 19, 1992. B.C. 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