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For Rent 2 bedroom home on river for rent in Princeton 97
2 bedroom house for rent on Tulameen River, 10 minutes walk to downtown Princeton, wood burning stove, new fridge, new insulation, washer and dryer. $750 per month, utilities not included, discount for good references. Pictures and more details available at www.Rentme88.com “click on Princeton to view” Call 250.295.7635 inv 9618 rt Feb 28
EVENTS Valentine’s Tea---Hedley Museum Tea Room 96
Valentine’s Tea, Sat., Feb. 11, 11:30am-2:30pm Hedley Museum Tea Room $6.00 includes assorted sandwiches, desserts, tea or coffee
For Sale/Vehicles 2004 Ranger 91
Like new 2004 Ranger Extra Cab 4 door stepside 4x4 edge. V6 auto, air, cruise, CD, 90% 16” Michelin at 90%, new battery, tow hitch-tube, running boards, comes with two part roll in bedliner kit. White with tan and black interior, only 64,000KM $9000.00 Ad copy Pacific Energy Super Series wood stove with brass trim and glass. Good for 1500 sq ft. 6” flue outlet. Rebuilt plating inside. $1200.00 OBO Call 250.295.7439 and ask for Tim or leave a message SR5955 rt Feb 14
For Sale Pacific Energy Super Series 91
Pacific Energy Super Series wood stove with brass trim and glass. Good for 1500 sq ft. 6” flue outlet. Rebuilt plating inside. $1200.00 OBO Like new 2004 Ranger Extra Cab 4 door stepside 4x4 edge. V6 auto, air, cruise, CD, 90% 16” Michelin at 90%, new battery, tow hitch-tube, running boards, comes with two part roll in bedliner kit. White with tan and black interior, only 64,000KM $9000.00 Call 250.295.7439 and ask for Tim or leave a message SR5955 rt Feb 14
Health SMART Nutrition in the New Year 88
SMART Nutrition in the New Year “People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, when really they should be worried about what they eat between the New Year and Christmas”. – Anonymous. Many of us choose the New Year as a time to set new goals to improve our health. Goals of dieting and weight loss are often on the resolution list. However, a healthy lifestyle is not something that is achieved in only the first month or two of each New Year (and an otherwise healthy lifestyle is not undone by some indulgence during the Christmas holidays). The key to achieving weight loss and overall improved health is by setting goals that are realistic for your lifestyle. To set sustainable and achievable goals make them SMART: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. Be specific. If your goal is to lose weight ask yourself how you plan to do that. Break it into several smaller goals that focus on both nutrition and exercise. For example instead of setting the goal to eat healthier, be specific, ‘I will drink herbal tea or water instead of hot chocolate, juice or pop’. ‘I will have plain yogurt with fruit for my mid morning snack instead of a cinnamon bun’. Instead of just making the resolution to lose 20 pounds try setting a specific exercise goal such as ‘I will go for a 20 minute walk on my lunch break three times a week’. Measure your progress by keeping track of how often you are achieving your goal. Keep a food log or write down how often you exercise. Choose attainable goals that fit into your lifestyle. If you find it hard to eat a healthy lunch because you are too busy in the morning to pack one, set a goal to pack your lunch the night before, perhaps while your preparing dinner. If you set a goal for exercise, choose activities you enjoy and this will make your goal easier to achieve. Set realistic goals. These are ones that are reasonable to achieve. Instead of ‘I will never eat dessert again’ try ‘I will limit treats to just once a week or only on special occasions’. Try not to set your sites on trying to drop 30 pounds in one month. Instead set goals for small lifestyle changes that will promote weight loss and keep it off in the long term. Make your goals timely by setting a time frame for which you plan to start and achieve your goals. ‘Next Monday I will start walking on my lunch break, and by the end of January I will be consistently walking three times per week’. As you achieve these smaller goals you be implementing lifestyle changes that will promote weight loss and improved health. Happy New Year! Author: Simone Jennings is a Registered Dietitian with Interior Health Date: January 24, 2012
Help Wanted Will pay cash for scap metal...... 84
Ad copy Will pay cash for scrap steel, cats, yarders, sawmill equipment, mining equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. Call 250.260.0217 SR5950 rt Feb 14
Services Will pay cash for scrap metal...... 84
Ad copy Will pay cash for scrap steel, cats, yarders, sawmill equipment, mining equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. Call 250.260.0217 SR5950 rt Feb 14
Pets Lost blond male mini poodle 84
Lost blond male mini poodle, lean, about 14" tall. May have been picked up, not by owner. Was wearing a blue collar. If seen please call; 1-250-255-5789 rt Feb 29
Lost & Found Lost blond male mini poodle 84
Lost blond male mini poodle, lean, about 14" tall. May have been picked up, not by owner. Was wearing a blue collar. If seen please call; 1-250-255-5789 rt Feb 29
For Sale Snowmobiles 77
2002 SummitX 800 with reverse and heated grips $4000.00 2005 800 Summit, electric start, reverse and heated grips $6100.00 2005 800 Renegade, electric start, reverse and heated grips $6000.00 Two-Sled snowmobile trailer $1000.00 Call 250.295.7182 SR5936 rt Jan 31
For Rent 2 bedroom suite quiet downtown area 77
2 bedroom suite downtown in quiet area. Suitable for 2 workers sharing or seniors. Very clean. Including heat, power and laundry. $800 per month plus D.D. and references. Call 250.295.6408 SR5954 rt Feb 21
EVENTS Heart and Stroke Foundation Fundraiser at Cooper's Foods 77
Coopers Food in Princeton is hosting a fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation on Feb 11th from 8am-6pm where they donate 25 cents for every bag of groceries packed that day. We are looking for volunteers to help with our table that will be set up during the day at the store. If you are interested please contact Aleah Zylyk @ 1-866-432-7833 or email azylyk@hsf.bc.ca. rt Feb 11
Lost & Found Silver hoop pierced earring--Sentimental value 77
Silver, hoop, pierced earring lost sometime early January. Sentimental value. Call 250.295.1416 or drop in to Princeton Medical Centre n/c rt March/31
For Rent 3 bedroom. Upstairs of home on Auburn 76
3 bedroom. Upstairs of home on Auburn. Very clean. Large kitchen and all appliances. A/C. Gas F/P. Separate entrance. Available NOW. $950 per month, includes heat, hot water & hydro. RV parking available. Good size yard. N/S. Call 604-535-1980 for more info/viewing inv 9515 rt Feb 28
Help Wanted Administrative Assistant 76
Saint Paul’s United/Anglican Church in Princeton is looking for an Administrative Assistant. Must have organizational, communication and computer skills. This is a part-time position of 3 hours once a week for office management items such as bill paying, banking and assistant the Minister and board. Another 3 hour of flexible time a week will be allotted for organizing special events such as congregational dinners and communication to members by monthly calendars, newsletters, and blogs. Hourly rate from $12-$15. Please fax or email resume to: saintpauls@persona.ca or fax to 250.295.7714 inv 9606 rt Feb 07
For Rent Duplex---3 bedroom 76
1/2 Duplex--3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, washer and dryer. No smoking, no pets. $900/month, utilities not included. Call Dawn 250.438.0116 SR5946 rt Jan 31
For Rent 3 bedroom home on Halliford 72
Available Feb. 1st. 3 bedroom basement home on Halliford. New carpeting throughout. Fully fenced yard. $950 per month.contact Mona Friesen 250-395-2023 SR5937 rt Jan 31
Health Kiss tobacco goodbye in 2012 69
Kiss tobacco goodbye in 2012 The first days of the New Year are upon us and today is the day you have been thinking about being tobacco free in 2012. What an amazing gift to give to yourself, your family and friends. Approximately 550,000 British Columbians smoke and over 70% of those people say they wish they could quit. Many British Columbians will be thinking about quitting this year. January 15 to 21 is National Non-Smoking Week in Canada. For over 30 years, this special week has encouraged living a smoke free life. This years theme is “Breaking up is hard to do”. Is today the day you can kiss tobacco goodbye? Did you know that making a plan to quit can increase your chances of success? The most important person to quit for is you, and making a quit plan that includes a quit date will help you get started on your tobacco free journey. Recognizing that you are not alone and that support and resources are available to you may also bolster your success. If you have tried to quit before, think about what worked, what did not work and how you might use that information to make your next quit attempt your last one. Past attempts are real learning opportunities so stay positive and plan one step at and time. QuitNow Services at 1-877-455-2233 offers free personalized support to British Columbians 24 hours a day. They can provide the tools and support to help increase your chances of quitting. British Columbia is working hard to improve the health of families and communities by supporting living well choices. The B.C. smoking cessation program offers British Columbians access to nicotine replacement therapy in the form of patches or gum to help reduce withdrawal symptoms. As well, Pharmacare has announced coverage of two prescription medications for smokers who wish to quit. You can call Health Link BC at 8-1-1 to find out more information, or talk to your health care provider; doctor, nurse, dentist, or pharmacist about how they can support your choice to become tobacco free. You may choose to quit cold turkey or cut back on your daily use. You might even try putting off your first cigarette a half hour later each day until you are no longer smoking. In addition to many health benefits, quitting can save a person $3000 in the first year if they have smoked a pack a day. Remember to be kind to yourself and reward yourself for being tobacco free. Today is the day you can decide to kiss tobacco goodbye. For more information about National Non-Smoking Week visit: http://nnsw.ca/ Date: January 10, 2012 Author: Cheryl Sidenberg is a Senior Tobacco Reduction Coordinator with Interior Health
For Rent 3 bedroom, large kitchen, and more!!!!! 64
3 bedroom. Upstairs of home on Auburn. Large kitchen and all appliances. A/C. Gas F/P. Separate entrance. Available NOW. $950 per month, includes heat, hot water & hydro. RV parking available. Good size yard. N/S. Call 604-535-1980 for more info/viewing inv 9515 rt Jan 31
For Rent Tiny pretty one bedroom in Hedley 64
Tiny pretty one bedroom House available for rent in Hedley. $425/month plus utilities Pets OK. Call 604-715-1561 or gossamersteel@gmail.com inv 9511 rt Jan 24
Lost & Found $50 reward for safe return of "Blackie" 64
$50 reward for safe return of "Blackie", missing since Dec. 17 from Corina Ave, Lynnwood, Deblyn area. He is a very friendly mature, neutered male, medium long-haired, all black with a small white chest blaze, only one intact canine tooth. Please call 250-295-6919 or 250-293-6154 with any information.
For Rent 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS 63
3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, DOUBLE ATTACHED GARAGE ENERGY EFFICIENT, LARGE YARD, MUST PROVIDE REFERENCES, NO SMOKING, PETS NEGOTIABLE THIRD BENCH LOCATION CLOSE TO HOSPITAL $1075.00 MONTH AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 1, CALL 250-295-1315 SR5952 rt Feb 21
Health Resolve to help create a happy, healthy community in 2012. 62
Resolve to help create a happy, healthy community in 2012. I surveyed my co-workers over coffee yesterday, asking about their own ‘year in review’. We discussed their highlights and hopes for the New Year. Not surprisingly, their responses covered the themes of health, wealth and happiness, the trio we humans often reflect on. Ailments and aches, diagnoses and deaths, mixed with marriages and motherhood, trips and triumphs; a very human and typical concoction. The lunch room brimmed with stories of new exercise rituals, inches lost, newly detected diabetes and the success of the nicotine patch; a gamut of expressions of health ranging from well-being to stress. Wealth in its many forms was also discussed: jobs lost, the purchase of a vehicle put off another year, alongside a winter cruise and upcoming retirements. Finally, a dialogue of happiness appeared. One co-worker gushed feelings of pride over a daughter’s academic achievements, others mentioned outdoor hobbies, church and family, and a silver wedding anniversary - all symbols of contentment and personal joy. Back to my office I pranced, my head filled with the human experience, when I met face to screen with my work in community health. How would coffee break conversation with my own city go? Would Cranbrook, for instance, say 2011 was a good year filled with health, wealth and happiness? How might we measure and express these for the whole community? What resolutions could be made for a community for the New Year and who could play a part in those changes? I feel the same CAN be said for Cranbrook – or 100 Mile House, Penticton or any other Interior community for that matter. A community’s happiness can be measured and felt. The new pedestrian crossing for a busy avenue, the quaint new hobby shop on Main Street, the thriving arts council or budding new parent and tot group, all contribute to a community’s health. Of course, there may also be roads that need new pavement, a city block that needs revitalizing and a park screaming out to be transformed into a skate haven. But communities have one thing to keep their happiness flowing – citizens, you and me and our neighbours – and the more engaged, active and dynamic we are in community life the more animated and lively our communities can be. So as 2011 comes to a close and I ponder my New Year’s resolutions, I’ve included community promises as well. I resolve to water my lawn less, shovel for my neighbours more, volunteer time to organizations that need assistance, buy local, attend local events and stay informed about community issues. What’s on your 2012 community resolution list? Date: December 23, 2011 Author: Theresa Bartraw is a Population Health Facilitator with Interior Health
For Rent 1 bedroom basement suite 49
1 bedroom basement suite. $600/month includes utilities, cable, phone, internet, washer, dryer and private entrance. No smoking and no pets. Call 250.295.6329 inv 9607 rt Feb 07
For Rent Apartment for rent in Princeton 49
Apartment for rent in Princeton. Available now. Need excellent references and damage deposit required. No pets, can furnish if needed. Phone 1-250-295-1006 for details or leave a message with the best time to call back. SR5951 rt Feb 14
Health Season’s Eatings - Healthy Holiday Eats! 46
Season’s Eatings - Healthy Holiday Eats! Tis the season for holiday parties and get togethers. Many of us look forward to the festive times spent with friends, family, and yes….THE FOOD. This year as your calendar fills up with holiday events, make plans to start some healthier traditions, consider the following suggestions for your next party or family dinner. Seasonal Appetizer Tray: On a festive tray create an arrangement of mini whole wheat English muffin pizzas, devilled eggs (top with a slice of red or green pepper), mini pita pocket sandwiches, whole wheat quesadilla triangles and tortilla rollups. Holiday Vegetable Platter: Put together a colourful platter featuring red, green and white vegetables, such as cut radishes, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes. Serve with your favourite veggie dip or try hummus or guacamole. Festive Fruit Plate: Prepare a plate of your families’ favourite fruit, such as cut up apples, oranges, pears and melon. Drizzle with melted, dark chocolate or serve with flavoured yogurt as a dip. Enjoy! Party Condiment bowl: Replace salty condiments, such as pickles, catsup, mustard with cucumbers spears, slices of green and red peppers, wedges of red onions and fresh tomato or fruit salsas. Tidbit Treat Tier: If grandma’s holiday squares are a must have family tradition, cut into bite size pieces rather than large ones and arrange on a decorative tier tray. Healthy snacks can keep you energized during busy days. Keep your fridge and cupboard stocked with easy to grab foods like fruit, plain yogurt, oven roasted meats, cut up vegetable sticks, hummus, whole-grain crackers and bean dip. Even though your schedule may change over the holidays, breakfast is just as important as during the rest of the year. Include foods from at least three food groups for a good start to the day. If you are in a rush, grab a piece of fruit, yogurt and a small muffin. If you have a little more time enjoy a poached egg, toast and some orange wedges. For more ideas to make your holidays healthier check out the wide range of healthy eating resources from recipes and videos to blogs at http://www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca Author: Cindy Bossio, is a Community Nutritionist with Interior Health Date: December 13, 2011
Health Never Quit Quitting! 33
Never Quit Quitting! “I need the patch, but I am having trouble getting through on the phone to sign up!” Ian (not his real name) said. The 42 year old construction worker, a smoker since age 16, was finding it difficult to register with the new BC Smoking Cessation program. “Don’t give up!” I said, sympathetically. The new provincial program that provides coverage for stop-smoking aids to British Columbians has been wildly popular since its launch on September 30th. It makes sense. Smokers have said for years that the cost of smoking cessation medications is one of the biggest barriers to quitting. Now that the province is helping to offset the costs people are signing up in droves. Unfortunately that success has meant waiting a little to get through to HealthLinkBC , but wait times are getting shorter, especially in the evenings between 7 and 10 p.m., and on weekends. How does it work? By calling HealthlinkBC at 811, people can register to receive up to twelve weeks of free nicotine patches or gum per year. Or, they can access PharmaCare coverage for medications like Zyban or Champix, with a doctor’s prescription. People don’t need to call 811 to register for the prescription drugs. The actual financial coverage depends on their PharmaCare plan. So is a patch or pill a magic bullet? It’s always a good idea to discuss medications with your doctor. But research shows that when a person is ready to quit, stop-smoking medications can double the chances of success. And they’re even more effective when used in combination with counselling or other supports. That’s where QuitNow Services fits in. QuitNow is free, confidential and available 24/7. People can join an online community forum with other quitters, get confidential advice by phone or sign up to receive quit tips by text. QuitNow and HealthLinkBC have partnered to ensure a seamless customer experience between the two services, with good results. In the first seven weeks, more than 7000 people have been engaged with QuitNow Services through the phone, web or text messaging. Ian phoned me again with an update. “Calling in the evening worked,” he said. He now had a reference number to take to his local pharmacy, and will pick up his patches this weekend. “Great news,” I said, “and remember, however you decide to go about it, never quit quitting!” For more information visit HealthLinkBC at www.healthlinkbc.ca, Pharmacare at www.health.gov.bc.ca/pharmacare or QuitNow Services at: www.quitnow.ca Author: Trish Hill is a Senior Tobacco Reduction Coordinator with Interior Health. Date: November 29, 2011
For Rent Apartment for rent in Princeton 28
Apartment for rent in Princeton. Available now. Need excellent references and damage deposit required. No pets, can furnish if needed. Phone 1-250-295-1006 for details or leave a message with the best time to call back. SR5926 rt Jan 24
Health Lunch Box Tips 28
Lunch Box Tips Packing nutritious school lunches that kids will eat can be a challenge. With busy schedules and little time for food prep, convenience often trumps nutrition when it comes to putting together a lunch. However, a balanced lunch with healthy snacks can help your child concentrate, retain knowledge, and be more motivated to learn. Remember that healthy eating starts in your cart. It helps to plan nutritious lunch and snack ideas in advance and go to the store prepared with a shopping list. The more healthy choices you have in the cupboard the easier it is to make fast, nutritious lunches. Choose foods from each of the four food groups: fruit and vegetables, grains, milk and alternatives, and meat and alternatives. Choosing a variety of nutritious foods will help ensure kids get adequate amounts of fat, protein and carbohydrates; as well as key vitamins and minerals such as calcium, which helps build strong bones. Engage your kids in planning, preparing and packing their lunch. The more involved they are in making their lunch the more likely they are to eat it. Remember, variety keeps things interesting and helps achieve a balanced diet. Always include foods that are a good source of protein like beans, nuts, dairy or meat. This will help keep kids full and better able to concentrate all afternoon. Here are a few quick and healthy lunch and snack ideas: • Pita bread sliced into triangles, served with hummus for dipping • Small bag or container filled with dried fruit, whole grain cereal and nuts or seeds (check your schools policy about nuts, many schools are peanut free) • Tortilla roll-ups: fill a whole grain tortilla with nut butter and banana, cheese and pickles, low fat cream cheese and cucumber, tuna or salmon, etc. Slice the rolled tortilla into 2” bite-sized pieces. • Small whole grain bagel with their favourite sandwich filling • Veggie sticks with a healthy dip • Fruit cubes with yogurt for dipping • Small container of yogurt with frozen berries • Whole grain mini muffins with cheese • Leftover’s that taste good cold: quesadillas, chicken drumstick or pizza • Allow kids to ‘create their own combos’: in a container with multiple compartments put whole grain crackers, crisp bread, or pita triangles, sliced cheese, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, pickles, peppers or any of the favourite cracker toppings. Including occasional treats will not ruin an otherwise healthy diet and will help your child develop healthy and moderate approaches to eating. Keep the portion size on treats small, if they are too filling they might crowd nutritious foods out of the meal. Try to include home made baked goods or packaged items that contain real fruit, nuts and/or fibre. For more information on healthy eating and resources for childhood nutrition visit the ‘Healthy Eating’ page on Interior Health’s website http://www.interiorhealth.ca/Healthy_Eating.aspx Author: Simone Jennings is a Registered Dietitian with Interior Health. online Nov 25
Health National Aboriginal Addiction Awareness week (NAAAW). 19
Interior Health Health Matters Column November 14, 2011 Celebrate Living the Good Life! November 13-19 is National Aboriginal Addiction Awareness week (NAAAW). This year, communities across our province and across the country will celebrate addiction free lifestyles by hosting feasts, community walks, educational events and family events that promote this year’s theme “Living the good life”. “Living the good life” is another way of referring to healing, or walking the red road on our healing journey. Living the good life is essential for balance and harmony. National Aboriginal Addictions Awareness Week began in the northern community of Kugluktuk 22 years ago. Now thousands of Aboriginal people across Canada are celebrating healthy addiction free lifestyles. In 2010, more than 700 community activities were held across Canada. NAAAW celebrations help give hope to Aboriginal communities by celebrating the good in our people and our communities and the strength we have to make changes. NAAAW is a chance for our communities, bands and First Nation organizations to celebrate our people who have faced their addiction and won. Drinking, drugs, gambling and smoking have taken their toll on aboriginal health, but many people and communities are taking action. Many Aboriginal people have beat their addictions and have made changes in their lives by returning to their culture, following their spiritual paths and helping others to find their way out of addiction. Tobacco misuse, the number one cause of death and health issues in our communities, has sometimes been overlooked due to a focus on the devastation caused by drugs and alcohol. However, things are changing and many aboriginal communities are now including overcoming tobacco addiction in their NAAAW celebrations. Community role models and family members lead by example and can influence others in their community when they conquer their addictions and make changes in their life. When a family member quits smoking, other family members tend to follow. If a parent does not smoke or quits smoking their children have a much better chance of never taking up smoking. Nothing speaks louder then people walking the talk. NAAAW celebrates a healthy lifestyle not the lifestyle of addiction. Living a life free from addictions has healed individuals and families giving them the freedom to enjoy what once was their right as healthy Native people. . For information on NAAAW events in your area check with your local Aboriginal organization. Author: Kym Howay is an Aboriginal Community Tobacco Reduction Coordinator with Interior Health.
Health Don’t Go Viral This Flu Season! 4
Interior Health - Health Matters Column November 1st, 2011 Don’t Go Viral This Flu Season! Influenza season is just around the corner and there’s no better time than now to make a plan to stay healthy. You know the routine: wash your hands frequently, get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food. But did you know that the single best way to protect yourself and others from the seasonal flu is by getting a flu shot? Influenza or “the flu” is an infection of the upper airway caused by the influenza virus. It spreads easily from person to person through coughing, sneezing, face-to-face contact and by touching articles such as door knobs and telephones that have been contaminated with the influenza virus. So, if you think you have the flu, stay home to avoid sharing the virus with others. The flu can be deadly to some people. The flu vaccine is safe and easy to get. It is available for free through the publicly funded program for those at risk and their household contacts. People who are eligible for free flu vaccine include those 65 years of age and older, people with chronic health conditions, caregivers of those at risk and other at risk groups, including young children and pregnant women. This years’ flu vaccine contains the same virus strains as last year. But don’t be fooled into thinking you don’t need to get the flu vaccine this year if you got it last year. Protection from a flu shot decreases over time so it’s important to boost your protection by getting the flu shot every year. Public Health nurses will be providing free flu vaccine to those who are eligible at community flu clinics. To find a clinic near you, watch for local announcements on dates and times, contact your local Public Health office or visit our website at www.interiorhealth.ca. Many physician offices and pharmacies also provide the vaccine for free to those who are eligible. People who are not eligible for free flu vaccine can still get vaccinated at most pharmacies, doctor’s offices, walk-in clinics, and travel clinics for a small fee. For more Information visit the ImmunizeBC website at www.immunizebc,ca or HealthLink BC at www.healthlinkbc.ca. You can also call the HealthLink at by dialling 811. . Author: Joanne Smrek is a Clinical Resource Coordinator for Vaccine Promotion and Education with Interior Health.
Services/Business Swing canopy 86
Replacement swing canopy, brown only. $90.00 includes shipping from Alberta. Can be seen in Princeton, call 250-295-4149