All Areas
Rentals
BRIGHT 1BDR LOWER LEVEL APT, MIRROR LAKE: Approx 850sq.ft., very quiet, clean, shared laundry, w/plenty of parking. Tranquil, private, scenic, ideal for active single person or couple. Walkout private entrance with mountain/lake view and proximity to lake. Appliances included. Nonsmokers only, $750/mo. 780-243-6359.
1BDR RENTAL APT, ROSSLAND: South facing quiet building, central location, laundry in building, 50+, $550/mo. 250-231-7368.
2+BDR, 1.5 BATH HOUSE FOR RENT: 2 car garage, in Brilliant. Allan, 250-304-9889.
2BDR BASEMENT SUITE RENTAL, DOWNTOWN CASTLEGAR: Available May 1, shared laundry, ns/np, no parties, $1050/mo. includes gas & electric. Text: 250-304-8395.
2BDR PORCH RENTAL HOUSE, EAST TRAIL: Waterfront, multiple updates, small yard, great location, 50+ only, $725/mo. +utilities. 250-231-7368.
3BDR, 1BATH RENTAL MOBILE HOME: 10km south of Kaslo, no smoking, f/s, dw, w/d, pet negotiable, large yard, deck, veggie garden, references required, available May 1, $1000/mo. +utilities. 250-353-3236, fletchercreek4844@gmail.com
COZY 2BDR RENTAL SUITE: Serene nature setting, maple flooring, w/d, ns/sorry no dogs, May 1, $915/mo. +utilities. 250-359-6669, https://youtu.be/xXKCoHy2CCY
RENTAL CABIN NEAR PASSMORE: 500sq.ft., off grid and rustic with propane appliances and a wood stove, small power system with internet available, $400/mo. 250-551-4566.
REX HOTEL, CLEAN, NEWLY RENOVATED RENTAL ROOMS: New fridges/TVs, WiFi, ns, shared washrooms. Nightly/weekly/monthly rates. 250-368-6611.
SUVs
2007 CHEV TRAILBLAZER 4X4: 4.2L, 211,000kms, new brakes and water pump, $4500. 250-365-2669.
2000 CHEVY BLAZER 4X4: Runs, muffler and inner door panel need TLC, transmission recently replaced, $800obo. 250-353-1146.
2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT: FWD, only 146,000km, great condition, pdl/pw, power driver's seat, located near Nelson. Winter tires on rims also available, goes great in the snow, $5900. Call or text 250-551-7622.
Cars
2008 SUBARU OUTBACK: 59,700 miles, one owner, 2nd car, 8 tires/rims, $9500. 250-354-4781.
1997 MERCURY MYSTIQUE: 6cyl, with mounted winters and summers, decent sound system, fun to drive, $2500obo. 250-226-7325.
1998 HONDA CIVIC: 4dr, auto, 4cyl, new battery, new tires, great on gas, 182,759km, $3000. Phone 250-368-9725.
2000 SUBARU LEGACY: AWD, drives well, have repair and service receipts, 325,000km, running well, $1850obo. 250-551-6398 or 250-551-1728.
2005 FORD FOCUS ZX4 SES: 1 owner, excellent condition, new disc brakes, winter tires, $4250obo. 604-788-9082, cell.
2008 CHEVY IMPALA 50TH ANNIVERSARY LTD EDITION: Black, leather interior, sunroof, a/c, two sets tires on rims, winter studded, brand new summers, 150,986kms, $7995. Call 250-352-1165, for more info.
2009 VW GOLF: 5spd std, a/c, tilt, cruise, pdl/pm, heated seats, after market stereo, summer and winter tires, 157,000kms, clean and fuel efficient, $7500obo. 250-365-9490.
2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA: 133,000kms, 6spd std, good condition, 2 sets tires/rims, $9500. 250-367-7819.
2013 WHITE FORD EDGE: 2L turbo, 2 sets of tires, 81,000kms, $21,500. 250-304-9648.
2016 TOYOTA COROLLA: FWD, std, heated seats, sunroof, fog lamps, mint condition, winter/summer tires on rims, new floor mats, complete service history, includes Corolla S 6M Upgrade & factory warranty, $16,000obo. For details/more info phone Brandt, 250-304-3773.
Rentals Wanted
OLDER QUIET COUPLE with excellent references and an indoor cat seek comfortable rental in rural Nelson, Castlegar or Trail. Call 778-454-4500.
SEEKING SPIRITUAL RENTAL HOME: Between Kaslo and Balfour for artistic male, something quiet and inspiring. indianinthemachine@yahoo.ca
Building Supplies
27 WOOD PANELS: With lattice and posts. 250-354-1192.
CERAMIC MOSAIC TILE: 2"x2", Daltile D152, mint ice, matte finish, 40sq.ft., $180. 604-865-0717.
FLOORING: Laminate, 12mm, rustic pecan, 340sq.ft., $500; porcelain floor tile, brown, 13"x13", 70sq.ft., $200. 250-226-6895.
HARROP-PROCTER FOREST PRODUCTS: Your local source for sustainably harvested building materials. Timbers, decking, siding, paneling, fencing and a wide variety of cedar lumber. We also custom cut to order. Make the green consumer choice by supporting BC's only Eco-Certified Community Forest. Check out our products & story at www.hpcommunityforest.org. Free local delivery on minimum orders. Call 250-551-5452 for a quote. Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm & Saturday, 9am-3pm.
PERRY RIDGE PANELLING IS DOING 6" width shingle, 80% edge grain, excellent quality. 250-226-7530.
PERRY RIDGE PANELLING: Manufactured cedar, pine, clear larch building products. Siding, decking, T&G, V-joint, molding, lattice sheets, other products. 250-226-7530.
USA - CEDAR SIDING: #4 LAP/bevel, $550USD/1000 board ft; channel $900USD/1000 board ft. Athol Cedar Mill, 208-946-3488.
Merchandise For Sale
PEE IN YOUR KAYAK? Compact, reusable, leakproof, award winning, proven reliable, discreet & personal. www.urin8.ca
27 WOOD PANELS: With lattice and posts. 250-354-1192.
2 GAS FIREPLACES: Includes 8' mantle, first $250 takes ALL. 587-873-2389.
ACER MONITOR: 21" screen, LED technology/LED backlit, DVI & DCN, comes with all cords and plugs, $89obo. 250-825-2206.
COFFEE TABLE: 50"Lx28"Wx20"H, 3 storage drawers, glass panelled top, display shelf, antiqued rich cherrywood colour, half price at $250. 250-365-6954.
DOVETAIL MACHINE, still in box; Cuisinart Kitchen Mixer; 18" steel rims for 2018 GMC. These items 1/2 price; Singer treadle sewing machine & portable sewing machine, both best offer. 250-352-7768.
DOWNSIZING: 16" computer screen, new; assorted speakers and desk for stand alone computer system; 5' oval Formica table, 6 swivel chairs; long Flexsteel chesterfield and chair; end table; locker; queen bed, frame and brass headboard; Marius-Ouellet wooden dresser and chest; lamps. Assorted goods, ask. 250-352-3286.
FARM ESTATE SALE: Household, shop, hunting, fishing, antiques, art, collectables, yard, garden. Patrick, 250-226-0089.
GRANITE & QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS by The Kitchen Connection. Free estimates. 250-505-3806.
HARMAN KARDON RECEIVER: With speakers & Kenwood 5 disc player, $150obo. 250-365-3623.
HOT TUB, $900; kitchen stove, $50; firewood splitter, $400; mirrored closet doors, $40; various pottery. Kaslo area. 250-402-3285.
HOUSEHOLD STORAGE: Steel shipping containers for sale/rent. 20' & 40' units. Kootenay Containers, Castlegar. 250-365-3014.
ISIS LIVER CARE BLEND of organically grown and artisan distilled essential oils is now ready! This stellar blend of Ledum, Carrot Seed, Helichrysum & Rosemary not only cleanses the liver but clinical studies provide evidence these oils have the ability to rebuild damaged liver cells. Great on its own but may be used in conjunction with other cleansing programs in facilitating the detoxification process. We could all use some of that! *Available in 2, 5 & 15 ml sizes. ISIS ESSENTIALS, 582 Ward St, Nelson, BC. www.isis.ca
KITCHEN CONNECTION... custom designs to fit your home. Showroom appointments. www.kitchencraft.com, 250-505-3806.
KRESNO POWERMATIC AIRTIGHT WOOD STOVE: Converts to fireplace & space heater, ULC approved, $180. 250-365-5608.
LEGO MILLENNIUM FALCON #75105: Original seal, unopened, brand new, $250 firm. Call Chris, 250-231-1094.
LOGICS SHELTER: Portable, approx 8'x8', used only once, $100; airbed w/frame & mattress, $100, both good condition. 250-368-1187.
MAGIC CHEF 4 BURNER PROPANE STOVE: White, good condition, $195. 250-353-2168.
MOTHER OF BRIDE DRESS: Plus Size 24W, brand new, long layered dress, overlays from top down, silver blue/grey, sequined bust, suitable for special events or any formal occasion, original price tag still on ($330) asking $150. Winlaw, 250-226-7716.
OPEN ALUMINUM BOAT: 30'x7', factory, well-built, great potential for different applications, $5995 firm. 250-354-8462.
PEE IN YOUR TENT! Leakproof, discreet, award winning, compact, convenient, European portable urinals. www.urin8.ca
PILLOW TOP FULL MATTRESS: Clean, excellent condition, $125; ornate metal open frame headboard, full/queen, $125; 40-Volt 18" Snow Joe snowblower (as seen on tv), $125. 250-367-7603.
PROPANE: Water heaters, heating appliances, fridges, 3-way coolers, stoves, cylinders. jimberrill@gmail.com or 250-359-5922.
SOLAR HEATING EQUIPMENT: For in-ground pool, offers. Call for details. 250-365-6584.
TOURTIERE, Chicken Pot Pie, 1kg frozen Shepherd's pie at Chez Serge, Kaslo. Orders/pick up, 250-777-4016.
WESTCOAST SEEDS, Potting soil, peat pots, pellets, hose repair, Gadgets & More, downtown Trail. 250-364-0404.
Bulletin Board
27 WOOD PANELS: With lattice and posts. 250-354-1192.
"WHO ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?" RUMI replied "Someone breathing HUUU, the divine breath." from Coleman Barks translation "The Soul of RUMI, A New Collection of Ecstatic Poems" page 165. See www.eckankar-bc.ca
*ALTERATIONS & SEWING: Grad and wedding dress alterations. Helena's in Stitches, 250-368-5493, hiedmison@gmail.com
*HARDWOOD FLOORS WHOLESALE: Solid 3¼"x3/4" or Engineered. 6ply top wear, 2mm, 5" wide prefinished aluminum oxide, smooth or brushed, $4.59/sq.ft. PLT. Available in 6"-7½"-8¾" wide, infloor heat compatible. 25yr guarantee. Plus much more at Juan's, 1503 Hwy 3A, Thrums (Castlegar), Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm. 250-399-6377.
*REGISTERED ACUPUNCTURE & TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE, Jessica D. Whitley, R.TCM.P. at Back in Balance, 2325-6th Ave, Castlegar. Call 250-304-4401, www.backinbalance.ca
12-MILE STORAGE: LOCKERS, BOXES, MOVING SUPPLIES & "LEVEL 4" HIGH-SECURITY SHREDDER. The area's only fully-staffed facility, 7 days/wk... the largest & most experienced too! www.12milestorage.com, 250-825-9666.
2 YOUNG LADS collecting refundable bottles & cans. 250-365-7371.
22ND ANNUAL CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE: Your harbinger of spring and portal to plants, Saturday, May 5, 8am-noon, Castlegar Station Museum, 400-13th Ave. Verandas provide cover from inclement weather.
24-HR TOWING, OLD CAR REMOVAL... Used auto parts, certified welding. Call Smokey Creek Salvage, South Slocan, 250-359-7815 or 1-877-376-6539.
5TH ANNUAL HIKE FOR HOSPICE: Sunday, May 6, 1pm registration at the Kemball Building. Hike starts at 1:30pm. For more info contact Hospice Society of North Kootenay Lake. 250-353-2299.
AA MEETING at Balfour Evangelical Church, Balfour. Open group, Fridays, 7pm. 306-621-1227.
AA MEETING AT ST. MARK'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, KASLO, back door, Wednesdays, 7pm. 250-353-7377.
AAA SCRAP - WANTED: BATTERIES, RADIATORS, BRASS, COPPER, ALUMINUM, etc. 250-226-7677.
AFFORDABLE & SECURE HOUSEHOLD STORAGE CONTAINERS: 20' & 40' units, for sale or rent. Kootenay Containers, Castlegar. 250-365-3014.
ALLIGATOR PIE CATERING: Feeding the Kootenays since 2000! From weddings to business meetings & everything in between. Award-winning service. Like us on Facebook to see what's cooking! 250-352-6115, www.apcatering.ca, alligatorpie@telus.net
ALTERATIONS, CLOTHING 'UPCYCLED', DRESS MAKING & MENDING. Woodcrowedesigns. 250-353-2083.
ANNUAL SHOE DRIVE: During April Shoe Bank Canada will be accepting donations of new & gently used footwear (all kinds including boots, hikers, etc) to distribute to people in need across Canada and around the world. Kaslo and Area donations of clean shoes, in pairs and in decent shape with no holes, are gratefully accepted at the Pennywise office, 400 A Ave, Kaslo, during regular business hours. Thank you!
APPLEWOOD MASSAGE THERAPY: Paul Chernoff, Registered Massage Therapist, injury related treatments, deep tissue therapy, ICBC, RCMP, VA, MSP. Appointments, please call 250-365-7752. 785 Silverbirch Lane, in the Oglow Subdivision, Castlegar.
ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH WEIGHT LOSS? Let me help you while you help me! Join a local weight loss focus group and learn some great tips on weight loss, while sharing your own personal needs for your weight loss journey. All focus group participants receive a free one-on-one coaching session, an $80 value. Please contact Angie at angelhealthcoach90@gmail.com or by phone 250-512-7555.
ARE YOUR GUTTERS PLUGGED? We'll help them flow free again & give you piece of mind. Quality, WCB covered service at reasonable rates. Kaslo Window & Gutter Cleaning, KasloWG@gmail.com, 250-353-3291.
AREA CARPET CLEANING at Soap n' Suds Laundromat, starting at 89¢ per sq.ft. 250-365-7701.
AT PACKRAT ANNIE'S you'll find new releases from Jack White and Jimi Hendrix and a lot more on vinyl and CD! Plus 25,000+ used books. 411 Kootenay St, Nelson. 250-354-4722.
ATTENTION SHAREHOLDERS OF 0695941 BC LTD. (Loki Lots): There is a boil water advisory for water users until further notice. Please advise tenants and guests. Directors, 0695941 BC Ltd.
AUTOMOTIVE, ALTERNATORS, STARTERS and brakes. Repairs, exchanges, new. 250-365-3313.
BEEKEEPING GEAR! Boxes, clothing, etc. Kootenay Beekeeping Supplies. 250-365-5454, kootbees@shaw.ca, www.kootenaybeekeeping.com
BLAZE KING STOVES & STAINLESS STEEL CHIMNEYS: #1 Dealer sales and installations. WETT certified master technician. Call 250-355-0088. KF Kootenay Furnace Ltd.
BOAT TOPS, REPAIRS, RESTITCHING, TUBE BENDING: The Top Dog has you covered. Call Patrick 250-353-3013 at Jones Boys Boats.
BOIL WATER NOTICE for Fletcher Creek Improvement District water users. Please inform all renters & guests. FCID has a moratorium on all connections until further notice. Visit www.fletchercreekwater.com
BUY OR SELL US DOLLARS AT BETTER THAN BANK RATES! Foreign exchange, wires & drafts, gold, silver. Kootenay Currency Exchange, 715 Vernon St, Nelson. 250-354-1441.
CANADIAN MADE HOT TUBS! New & used softubs, service & spa chemicals, including low CI Nature2. Serving all the West Kootenay. Call Kootenay Springs Softub, 250-354-8557 in Riondel, www.softubcanada.com
CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SOCIETY GIFT SHOP: Located at 709-10th St, 250-304-1274. Only Shop in Castlegar for new infants' & children's clothing, Monday to Friday, 10am-2pm. TREASURE SHOP: Located at 210-11th Ave, 250-365-7317. Great place to shop for the entire family! Good used clothing, footwear, housewares, craft items, books, games, sports and furniture. Monday to Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 10am-4pm. www.castlegarhospitalauxiliary.org
CASTLEGAR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY can PICK UP your unwanted furniture, appliances and building supplies. Call to set up a time, 250-365-3497. Located across from the Brick.
CERTIFIED OIL FURNACE DEALER: New oil furnaces, oil tanks & electric furnaces. Oil tank removals; underground, in basement, above ground. KF Kootenay Furnace Ltd. 250-355-0088.
CHIROPRACTOR in KASLO... 409 Water St (behind Figments), DR. McKENZIE, Tuesdays, 250-551-3225. For appointments, 250-352-1322.
CHIROPRACTOR, DR. McKENZIE, SALMO: Thursday mornings, Harmony Health Centre, call 250-551-3225. NELSON, M.W.F, Community First Health Co-op, 250-352-1322.
CORNUCOPIA NATURAL FOOD STORE APRIL SPECIAL: Vegetable and Flower Seeds, Pacific Northwest and Aimers Organics 10% off. 250-353-2594, Front St, Kaslo.
CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING IN SALMO: Artwork, documents, textiles. Tara Books on Fourth St. 250-357-0022, www.tarabooks.ca
CUSTOM POST BRACKETS, RAILINGS, steel decks, columns, beams. Zap Welding, 250-352-6978. 30 years of innovative service.
DID YOU KNOW KASLO BUILDING SUPPLIES can do custom aerosol paint? 250-353-7628, www.ace-canada.ca
DO YOU HAVE AN EVENT OR COMMUNITY INTEREST ARTICLE FOR THE PENNYWISE? Email editorial@pennywiseads.com or use our online form at www.pennywiseads.com/submit-editorial We want to hear from you!
DOCUMENT SHREDDING: Commercial/private, confidential. We pick up. Call Dave, 250-227-9252, Crawford Bay.
DOOR DEALS! Beautiful refurbished wooden doors, exterior, interior, doubles, glass. Impressive selection. For appointment, 250-825-0062.
doTERRA: Pure essential oils increase overall health. Sustainable, wildcraft, fair trade. Business opportunity. Leeza, 250-229-4424.
DR. McKENZIE, CHIROPRACTOR at ALIGNMENTS PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC 2025 Hwy 6. Hours: 2:30-7pm, Thursdays. Appointments, call 250-352-1322. After 2:30pm on Thursday call 250-359-2227.
DUCT CLEANING, BEST METHOD AVAILABLE. CALL K.F. KOOTENAY FURNACE LTD. 250-355-0088.
EARTH DAY WEEKEND BEACH CLEANUPS! Help out your lake by joining the Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship for earth day weekend cleanups. For more info visit www.friendsofkootenaylake.ca
EVER HEARD OF AZOMITE? It's great for your garden! Learn all about it at Dig Garden Centre, located at Playmor Junction. 250-359-5926.
EVERGREEN NATURAL FOODS HUGE APRIL SPECIALS: Check out our display ad in this issue! 1290, Hwy 6, Crescent Valley. Open Daily. 250-359-7323.
EXPAND YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE with Motorized Retractable Awnings and Screens. Contact the Blindman for details, 250-352-3800.
EXPERIENCED DJ AVAILABLE for weddings, etc. Wide range of music. Lisa, 250-226-7927, stomp@netidea.com
EYEBROW THREADING NOW AVAILABLE at Alexander's in Trial. Call for an appointment, 250-368-8733.
FITNESS CLASSES IN KASLO: Circuit - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Cardio Sculpt - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am. Core Circuit + HIIT - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5pm. Seniors Circuit Fitness - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1pm. Where: basement of Kaslo Community Church. Prepaid $6.25/class ($50 for 4 weeks or $100 for 8 weeks, 2 classes/week, ongoing intake) or $8 drop-in. Call/text Joy, 250-353-8038 or Rhonda, 250-353-1503 for more details.
FOOT PAIN: Effective solutions for plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, bunions, arch, knee, and low back pain. Call DR. LIH at the FAMILY FOOT HEALTH CENTRE, 250-304-4792.
FREE DISPOSAL OF YARD & GARDEN WASTE during the month of May. Visit www.rdck.ca for details.
GET WISE TO AGE FIGHTING! Learn how easy it is to get visibly younger-looking skin. A simple daily program with TimeWise® skin care helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Call to experience TimeWise® for free! Angeline Droszio, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, 778-848-4041, www.marykay.ca/angeline
HUSQVARNA is at Kootenay Industrial Supply. Your lawn and garden equipment centre, 323 Vernon St, Nelson & 2181 Columbia Ave, Castlegar.
IT'S NOT ALWAYS EASY TO SPOT PHONE/EMAIL SCAMS, and new ones are invented every day. If you suspect that you may be a target of fraud/scam, or if you have already sent funds, don't be embarrassed...you're not alone. If you would like to report a fraud/scam or if you need more information, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or www.antifraudcentre.ca
IT'S SPRING... Take a break with soft ice cream at Chez Serge, Kaslo. 250-777-4016.
JB'S PUB AND RESTAURANT IS NOW OPEN for the season, Thursday-Sunday, 3-9pm. Hurry to Woodbury Resort. 250-353-7716 or 250-353-7717, daytime. (We miss you!)
KASLO & AREA YOUTH CENTRE AGM: Tuesday, Apr. 24, 4-6pm, 423 Front St, back alley entrance, Kaslo. All are welcome, especially the teens! Refreshments provided!
KASLO AL-ANON: St. Mark's Anglican Church (back door), Thursday, 6pm. For info call Colette, 250-353-2531.
KASLO GOLF MEN'S NIGHT STARTING MAY 3! Shotgun start at 4pm. Please arrive 15min early to sign up. www.kaslogolf.org
KAYAK, CANOE, SUP GEAR SWAP: Let Endless Adventure, Crescent Valley sell your older paddling gear or purchase a previously loved craft at a great deal. Bring in your craft and/or gear for sale on Apr. 21 for pricing. SALE DATE: Saturday, Apr. 28, 10am-4pm, info@endlessadventure.ca
KOKANEE PEAKS INTERIORS: Quartz Counters, Cabinets, Design and Tile. From Drywall to Finish. SALE: Engineered hardwood, $2.99/sq.ft.; 20"x40" Porcelain tile, $3.99/sq.ft. Book now with one of our designers! 250-352-5150.
KOOTENAY CO-OP: Friendly, Healthy, Community-owned. 777 Baker St, Nelson. 250-354-4077, www.kootenay.coop
KOOTENAY CURRENCY EXCHANGE for all your foreign currency needs. Better than bank rates when buying or selling US dollars. Canadian Gold and Silver Maple Leaf coins in stock. Visit 715 Vernon St, Nelson, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Call 250-354-1441.
LIVE MUSIC AT BLUEBELLE BISTRO: Check out our website for upcoming shows. www.bluebellebistro.com
LIVE-IN CAREGIVER FOR SENIORS AVAILABLE: Just finished 2yr stint, ready for new full-time live in/out assignment. valeriemcelree@gmail.com, 250-368-9889.
LOGIX ICF: Insulated Concrete Walls - Simply the BEST. 60% Energy Saving, 58% Greater R-value. www.thinkwithlogix.com and www.logixicf.com 1-888-289-4731, Winlaw. Register now for Logix ICF Training, May 5, Nelson. Castlegar Trade Fair, Apr. 20-22.
MARKETING 101: THE MORE PEOPLE YOU TELL, THE MORE YOU SELL! Tap into the market south of our border! Expand your market into Spokane and Coeur d'Alene and reach thousands of new readers, cost effectively! Place your classified ad in the Pennywise and for only $10 more per week, your ad will appear in both the Spokane Exchange and the Coeur d'Alene Nickel's Worth papers - all 64,000 of them! Expand your market and grow your business! Call Pennywise today 1-800-663-4619.
MATS GROWERS HAS SOME QUALITY SH*T FOR YOU! Opening Apr. 10. 1247 Green Rd, Balfour. 250-229-2131.
MEADOW CREEK ORGANICS weekly green boxes $425, Family sized box $775. Delivered June to October. 250-366-0066, rachellakefarm@gmail.com
MIRROR LAKE WATER USERS COMMUNITY: Boil water advisory for all users. Inform renters and guests.
MURPHY-WALL BEDS, YOUR SPACE SAVING SOLUTION! Visit our site www.nospacenoproblem.ca Leave a message at 250-368-3384.
NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Nelson Options for Sexual Health Clinic, 333 Victoria St. Drop-in Wednesdays, 5:30-8pm. nelson.opt.clinic@gmail.com
NELSON FAMILY EYECARE invites you to our Annual Frame Show & Sale. Friday, Apr. 20, 12noon-5pm and Saturday, Apr. 21, 8:30am-4pm. 366 Baker St, Nelson.
NELSON HOME BUILDING CENTRE HAS HUNTER DOUGLAS CUSTOM BLINDS! Come in and see us for your window covering needs. 101 McDonald Dr. 250-352-1919.
NEW BALANCE ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR is at Vince DeVito, introduce confidence and movement to your workouts. 411 Hall St, Nelson. www.vincedevito.ca
NEW SUMMER HATS AND CLOTHING have arrived! We have a great new scarf selection too. Now open Monday through Saturday. www.figmentscanada.com, 250-353-2566.
OPEN HOUSE: Everyone welcome, Thursdays, 8:30-9:30am, Kaslo Seniors Hall. Know the law, rights, supports & resources. Always confidential & nonjudgemental. FREE info & refreshments. Kaslo Community Response Network, 250-353-7666, kaslocrn@yahoo.ca
OVERBURDENED WITH DEBT? G.Moroso & Associates, Licensed Insolvency Trustee, situated locally, offers friendly, confidential services to help with financial problems. Call Anna, 250-365-1035 for a free consultation.
PIG ROAST MIKE: Pig roasters for rent. You cook or delivered hot to your door. We provide instructions on you doing your own Pig Roast. 250-357-2648.
POND SUPPLIES HAVE NOW ARRIVED! Kootenay Critters, 502 Columbia Ave, Castlegar. 250-365-7370.
PROFESSIONAL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING by Iona & Drew, Hummingbird Gallery, Nelson, BC. 250-352-6127, www.hummingbirdgallery.ca
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING: Mosquito Control Feasibility Study & Potential Program. Thursday, Apr. 26, 7-9pm, Winlaw Hall, 5897 Hwy 6.
REAL WEIGHT LOSS FOR REAL PEOPLE: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Non-profit weight loss support group. Helps focus on making small steady lifestyle changes, providing lasting weight loss and better health. Wednesdays, 10am, North Shore Fire Hall, Greenwood Rd. Marian, 250-825-4690.
RENOVATION OR NEW BUILD? Big decisions made easy with our expert design team. Social Room Interiors, 619 Vernon St, Nelson. www.socialroominteriors.ca
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS, KASLO COMMONSPACE: To study the feasibility for a shared facility in Kaslo to house, NKLCSS, Kaslo Library and Selkirk College. Details at www.sites.google.com/view/kaslocommonspace.com
ROBOTIC LAWN MOWER? The Husqvarna Automower is convenience and satisfaction guaranteed. Kootenay Industrial Supply, 323 Vernon St, Nelson & 2181 Columbia Ave, Castlegar.
SEASONS CHANGE - WE ADAPT, HOT TODAY - COOL TOMORROW. One System For All Seasons & We're Still Green in 2018! Canadian Aerothermal, 250-357-2770 or 250-505-8206.
SEEDS ARE IN!! at the Slocan Valley Home Hardware. 5763 Hwy 6, Winlaw. 250-226-7771. Open 9-5 daily, Sundays 10-4.
SELKIRK TRUSS can provide all your custom trusses for your reno or new build. Visit our website www.selkirktruss.com and get the answers to many of your questions. Selkirk Truss, 2894 Sentinel Rd, South Slocan. 250-359-7000.
SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? Contact Kul Nijjar, Associate Broker - Fair Realty Ltd. www.kulnijjar.ca Real Life Real Estate.
SILVERKING STORAGE: Nelson's convenient RV, Boat and Mini Storage with 24 hour access. Coming soon Covered RV and Boat Storage. Please contact us to reserve your spot for this fall!! www.silverkingstorage.ca 250-825-4199.
SINGLE PARENT HOME SCHOOLING YOUTH for medical reasons. Your refundable bottles and cans will help! Call for pick up or drop off. 250-352-9916, Tuesday-Thursday, 12-4pm.
SMALL ENGINE REPAIR: Lawn mowers, rototillers, garden tractors, etc. 250-368-5219.
SPECIALTY FILTER MEDIA: Bulk carbon, silica gel, potassium permanganate. Columbia Filter Ltd. Phone 250-364-2510, fax 250-364-2722.
SPRING BREAK IN SPOKANE: Quality Inn Oakwood, close to shopping, free hot breakfast, 24 hour indoor pool, hot tub. 1-888-535-4900. www.qualityinnoakwood.com
STITCH N' SEW: Seamstress & knitter, 35+yrs experience, lessons available, pickup & delivery. Appointments, 250-442-2323.
SUTHERLAND & ASSOCIATES FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD: 908 Front St, Nelson, 250-352-3518, toll-free 1-877-552-3518. www.sutherlandfinancial.ca
TAX FREE WEEKENDS at Still Eagle and ECHO... all regular priced items, all April. 476 and 421 Baker St.
THE KASLO FAMILY MOUNTAIN BIKE SKILLS PARK is an area where riders of all ages can improve bike handling skills and have fun. This year we will be designing and building more bike skill areas and features. Would you like to be involved, offer your ideas on what to make, volunteer on work parties? Call Doug, 250-353-2600 or doug.bikeguy@gmail.com
THE TREEHOUSE RESTAURANT offers renowned breakfast all day, an extensive lunch menu, and scrumptious desserts. Open 7 days a week, 6:30am-3pm. Don't forget Friday Nights until 7pm. Specials every day! 250-353-2955.
VALHALLA PURE NEW DENVER: Reopening for the season May 5th. 250-358-7755, www.vpo.ca
VALHALLA SPORTHORSE & THERAPEUTIC RIDING offering English, Western, EAGALA & therapeutic riding lessons. dianekinrade@gmail.com, 250-354-9074.
VHKAS BURSARY APPLICATIONS are now available at JV Humphries School, Kaslo. Deadline Tuesday, May 15. Call Yvonne for details, 250-353-7302.
VIDEO, FILM, AUDIO TO DIGITAL: Transfers & conversions of videotape, audiotape & movie film. TMTV Studios, Nelson BC. Serving Canada & USA since 1980. www.digitalvideolab.ca Toll free: 1-800-824-TMTV (8688).
VINCE DeVITO has The Cobb Hill Judson Cross Pump. Versatile yet seasonable, with great looks and maximum comfort. 411 Hall St, Nelson. www.vincedevito.ca
WANECO ENTERPRISES CUSTOM SAWMILLING: Fir, cedar; clears, decking, timbers. By the YRB yard. 250-353-7126, wanecoent@gmail.com
WANT MORE CLASSICANADIAN CROSSWORDS? Sign up and you'll get a fresh new puzzle emailed straight to you! New puzzle every Wednesday, for subscribers only. www.ClassiCanadianXwords.ca. Barb Olson, 250-551-7441.
WE HAVE ALL THE SPRING TOOLS YOU NEED! Nelson Farmers Supply, 524 Railway St, Nelson. 250-352-5375.
WEDDING FLORISTRY SERVICES! Weekly fresh flower subscriptions! 100% locally grown, certified organic flowers. hummingbirdfarmbc.com, 250-226-6996.
WHARFHOUSE BUSINESS SERVICES: 1444 Columbia Ave (across from Tim Horton's). Bookkeeping, Personal and Corporate Taxes, walk-ins welcome. Toll-free 1-855-352-5191.
WHARFHOUSE BUSINESS SERVICES: Bookkeeping; personal & corporate taxes. #204-601 Front St, Nelson. 250-352-5191.
WILDFIRE HAS NO MERCY, NOT TO PREPARE IS PREPARING FOR DISASTER. FIREHAWK ROOF TOP SPRINKLERS, WINTER INTRO PRICE. CALL 250-365-6887.
WINLAW BREW OP: Finest U-Brew in the valley. Visit our website, www.winlawbrewop.com or call Jim & Patty for place your order. 250-226-7328.
YOU WILL BE AS COMFORTABLE as you look collected wearing FitSmart Fisherman Sandals. Available at Vince Devito Shoes, 411 Hall St, Nelson. www.vincedevito.ca
Personals
KAMA SUTRA STYLE personal full body massage, Castlegar based. In calls only. Confidentiality assured. 250-304-7376.
Automotive
2001 LEXUS RX SUV 300: 109,500kms, $3500obo; 1991 Pajero SUV diesel, 170,000kms, $6500obo; 1998 Intrepid, 160,000kms, $1900obo; 2001 Honda Odyssey EX, $3500obo; 2008 Explorer, loaded, $5000obo. 250-365-4857, 250-304-9581.
CANADA'S BEST SELLING VEHICLE BRAND - FORD! Check out Nelson Ford, 623 Railway St, Nelson. 250-352-7202, www.nelsonfordsales.com
FREE CAR REMOVAL: All areas, some restrictions or bring your old vehicle to us and we'll pay you. Scrap King Auto-Wrecking, 1-888-357-2091.
MAIN JET MOTORSPORTS is proudly bringing KAWASAKI back to the West Kootenay! 708 Hwy 3A, Nelson. www.mainjet.ca
MIKE'S TIRE AND AUTO IN BALFOUR Spring Tire Changeovers! Booking Appointments. New Tire Specials! Call 250-551-4162.
NELSON CHRYSLER: Check out our inventory at www.nelsonchrysler.ca or see us at 803 Baker Street!
NELSON'S ONLY MANUFACTURER OF ALUMINUM PRODUCTS: Alfab MFG Ltd. 2612 Robinson Rd, Nelson. 250-352-0575.
QUALITY USED VEHICLES are waiting for you at Nelson Toyota. Take a look at what's in stock! 2324 Ymir Rd, Nelson. www.nelsontoyota.com
SEASONAL TIRE CHANGEOVER PACKAGE, starting at $85. Plus Tire Sale, up to $140 back on 4 select tires. Midas Nelson, 618 Lake St. 250-354-4866.
SPRING VEHICLE SPECIAL AT KASLO AUTOMOTIVE: Free front end and brake inspection (drum brakes not included), 1 year parts and labour warranty. 250-353-2645.
TURN BATTERIES INTO CASH NOW BY RECYCLING! Auto, truck, RV, motorcycle, 6V, 12V, 24V, $5/battery. Minute Muffler, Trail. 250-368-5228.
USA - WANTED: ANY YEAR VOLKSWAGEN! Camper, transporter, bus, pickup, Beetle, Ghia, older Porsches. Any condition, running or not, crashed or not. Please don't scrap me! Call 509-979-1001.
WANTED: 2002 GMC Jimmy. 250-368-6756.
WESTERN AUTO WRECKERS: Two full-time mechanics at your service! 2374 Granite Rd, Nelson. Cory, 250-354-4802, 1-877-354-4802.
Gardening and Landscaping
27 WOOD PANELS: With lattice and posts. 250-354-1192.
**ADRAON BUCK TREE WORKS: Specializing in residential tree service. Hazardous tree assessment and removal. Limbing, pruning, topping, selective logging. Experienced production faller, Isa certified arborist. Certified, Insured, Professional. Call for a free assessment. 250-505-9551.
*AAATREEWORKSNELSON.COM BY WYLEE WORKS INC: Serving the West Kootenay since 2005. WCB Certified Fallers, ISA Arborists, WCB & Commercially Insured. Selective Harvesting, Hazardous Tree Removal, Professional Tree Care and Wildfire Protection, with a Tree Chipper, 14' Dumper Trailer and 4x4 John Deere Tractor w/12,000lb Winch. Call Wylee, 250-551-4672.
*GLACIER VALLEY TREE CARE: Local danger tree professionals. Utility certified lift trucks. Whole tree chippers. Stump grinding. Pruning. Landclearing. Selective logging. Certified arborists, fallers, assessors. Free same day assessment and advice. Jim Sipkes 22yrs experience. 250-304-3774. Jim@glaciertree.com
*KODIAK TREE SERVICE: Free estimates for complete tree care. Certified Arborists, 21yrs experience, highly referred, Insured/WCB. www.kodiaktreeservice.ca, 250-365-6664, 1-866-551-4440 or kodiaktreeservice@shaw.ca
BEE GREENS CERTIFIED ORGANIC BEDDING PLANTS: Open everyday till mid June, just north of Winlaw. www.beegreensplants.com
BEETLE'S STUMP GRINDING: Why dig it when you can grind it! Best rates, insured, free estimates. Ben, 250-304-6963, 250-304-3323.
BETTER LAWN & GARDEN: Quality aesthetics for your yard and gardens. 250-352-7447, www.betterlawnandgarden.com
BOOK NOW FOR PRUNING, EDGING, Spraying fruit trees, 15yrs experience. Martin, 250-304-4675 leave msg.
C-33 SAND, TOPSOIL, RIVER ROCK, rip rap, 3/4 crush, rock wall material, stucco/masonry sands. 250-365-2260.
CANADIAN GARDEN SUPPLY: We now deliver to the entire West Kootenay Region, indoor and outdoor growing supplies! 250-304-2911 www.canadiangardensupply.com
COLUMBIA TREE SERVICES/SIMS CONTRACTING LTD: Call Pat Sims for a free estimate for 60' bucket truck, chipping, climbing/rigging, stump grinding, soil delivery. Certified, Insured, WorkSafe. Thousands of satisfied customers since 1980. 250-367-7939.
COMPOSTED MANURE, TOPSOIL, OUR SPECIAL GARDEN MIX, Will deliver. Senior discounts. Gardening services also available. 250-226-7883.
COW MANURE DELIVERED BY THE TRUCK LOAD. Straw, conventional & spray free, many sizes. 250-226-BEEF.
DC TREE SERVICE: Local guys serving local needs, free quotes, fully insured. Wes, 250-304-8541.
Fawn Lawn Care Landscape Services: Soil analysis, aerate, dethatch, lawn repair, installations, regular maintenance. 250-354-7334.
FRIENDLY PROFESSIONAL LAWN CARE: Commercial, residential, wide range of services. Looking for weekly contracts/clients. 250-304-4675.
FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL TREE PRUNING, Estate maintenance, Spring clean-ups. Call Lori at 250-777-1586, www.Lettucelawnandgarden.ca
FUNK FARM OPENS APRIL 21ST! Greenhouse open everyday 10am-5pm. 143 Meadow Creek Road, Meadow Creek. 250-366-4417, or check us out on Facebook.
GET YOUR LAWN HERBICIDE SPRAYED and fertilized by certified and licensed professional. Chemical or natural alternatives, lawn assessment report w/each visit. Visit www.kootenaygroundmaintenance.com for information. Call for free quote, 250-304-4675.
J&S ECO YARD WORKS: Efficient, Reliable, Punctual Yard Care. 10 years lawn care experience. Full yard and waste cleanups, tree pruning, grass cutting, hedge trimming. Serving Balfour, North Shore, East Shore and Nelson. First Cut Free! Call Jackson & Savannah, 250-505-3139 or 250-505-2695.
LINDEN LANE FARMS: Certified organic vegetable transplants & fruit stock. www.lindenlanefarms.ca
M.OLSON'S YARD CARE: Power Sweeping, Aerating, Dethatching, Topping/Shaping Cedars, Weekly Lawn Care. 250-512-2225, 250-364-0075.
PLAYMOR POWER PRODUCTS: Take charge of your yard! Ariens and Echo dealer. www.playmorpower.com
SPECIALTY PRUNING, spring clean-up, aerating and de-thatching by Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist. Call Geoff at 250-231-5692 for booking.
SPRING CLEAN UP: Dethatching, aerating, landscaping, bobcat service, parking lot sweeping. Call 250-368-7946.
SPRING IS ON AND WE HAVE WHAT YOU NEED! Kaslo Ace Building Center. 250-353-7628. www.kaslobuilding.com
STOP BY ATCO WOOD PRODUCTS IN FRUITVALE on Saturday, Apr. 28 & Sunday, Apr. 29. Help support the Girl Guides of Canada by beautifying your yards with natural, local, and quality landscape supply products. Call 250-367-2534 for info. Firewood, Mulch, Landscape Ties, Garden Beds and other products available. Visit us on our Facebook page for prices and product photos.
TAKING BOOKINGS FOR PRUNING: Including yardwork. 250-365-8434 or 250-365-1982.
Livestock
HAY FOR SALE, $4.50 per bale. Phone 250-368-1224.
7 YR OLD BLACK MARE: Approx 13hh, was broke to drive and started under saddle, has not been handled in 2yrs, $300. Phone 250-364-2423.
CERTIFIED BAREFOOT TRIMMER with 15 years experience, horses, donkeys, minis and hay testing. Janine, 250-551-6125.
HAY & STRAW FOR SALE: Delivery available, contact for selection. rixnbee@telus.net or 250-428-3374, Creston.
HAY FOR SALE: First cut, small squares, 65-70lb, $5/bale. 250-428-1741.
HORNED 7/8th DWARF DOE: 1yr old, good size, nice confirmation, healthy and vigorous, $250. 250-362-5149.
PREMIUM HORSE HAY: Timothy/alfalfa and third cut alfalfa. Straw, conventional and no spray certified. Organic mulch hay. Free immediate delivery. Wayne Savinkoff, 250-226-BEEF.
REGISTERED BUCKSKIN HORSE: Hunting & pleasure with gear, $1500. 250-368-1875.
ROCKING 6 RANCH'S HAY IS FOR SALE: Grass, grass/alfalfa, $7.50/bale. 250-357-9371.
SPRING CHICKS...ORDER NOW! Full line of poultry supplies including organic feed. Egg Cetera Feed, Winlaw. One Stop Shopping in the Valley! 250-226-7034.
Contractors and Tradespeople
"ALL TYPES" CONSTRUCTION: Framing, kitchens, bathrooms, garages, carports, flooring and much more. 30 years experience. 250-357-9392, 250-777-2346(cell).
*DJM CONTRACTING LTD: Custom homes, new construction, renovations, garages, carports, foundations, framing, +more. Licensed Residential Builder/WCB/Insured. www.djmcontracting.com, Justin, 250-362-2151.
*JAMIESON CONTRACTING: Siding, Soffit, Fascia. Decks, Additions & Renovations. 250-505-5010.
*MARSHALL HOMES & CONSTRUCTION: Small excavation contractor, capable of getting where most others can't! Damp proofing, foundation repair, new concrete footings/foundations, concrete demo, driveway prep, new waterlines/underground utilities. 250-551-1617, marshallhomesbc@gmail.com
*S1 CONTRACTING: Renovations, home & shop framing, foundations, decks, metal roofing, siding or any of your construction needs. Quality Work! 250-399-0085, www.s1contracting.ca
360º CONTRACTING is taking bookings for the 2018 roofing season. Call today for a free estimate. Reasonable rates, insured, and certified. Call Lance, 250-231-9173.
5" CONTINUOUS GUTTERS: Alu-Rex Leaf Guard. Soffit, fascia, custom flashing. Free estimates. Gray's Contracting, 250-229-4483.
5" SEAMLESS GUTTER: Lowest price guaranteed! Certified installer for roofing, torch-on roofing, soffits, fascia, siding. All your exterior needs. Quality workmanship at affordable prices. 250-304-8883.
A FAMILY AFFAIR, HERITAGE GUTTERS: Book early for your complimentary estimate on any one of our four exclusive styles of 5x5 Gutter or Gutter Helmet. Lifetime warranty on cleaning and ice damage. Call Andrew 250-551-0189 or Cheryl 250-551-0121 or visit us at heritageguttersnelson.com, gutterhelmetkootenays.com. WORK SAFE APPROVED.
A&A PAINTING LTD. 32 YRS IN BUSINESS: Professional and best service guaranteed. Spring is here! Call now before we are completely booked, 250-354-9015 Nelson; 250-304-5237 Castlegar; 250-368-1044 Trail. www.aapainting.ca
ADAM'S WINDOWS & DOORS: All types of window & door installations. Free estimates! Call 250-608-1419.
AFTER WINTER IS BEFORE WINTER: Get covered with an engineered steel shelter/carport. For a free estimate go to our website www.mssteeldesign.com or call Martin at 250-505-4703.
ALL PHASES HOME RENOVATIONS: Maintenance, repairs; flooring; kitchens; bathrooms; windows & doors. Licensed, registered, insured. Photos, references. Michael Nesbitt Contracting, 250-825-4771.
ALL TYPE ROOFING & RENOVATING: Serving Trail and area since 1993. Licensed, WCB insured. Quality work that's guaranteed. 250-368-8857.
ALL-WAYS FENCING! Cedar, Vinyl, Wood. 250-505-5010.
ALUMINUM RAILINGS & WEATHERDEK VINYL DECKING: 25yrs experience, free estimates. Call Ken, 250-231-7905, email: royalvinyldecking@shaw.ca
AMC, FORMERLY ANDY & MAXINE'S PLUMBING & HEATING. Gas & Drain Cleaning Services. 250-365-6692, 250-608-3240 cell, www.amcplumbing.ca
BALFOUR BOBCAT SERVICES: Grading, landscaping, rock work, driveway repair & much more. Experienced, efficient operator. Free estimates. 250-229-2154.
BOB ESSAUNCE, B.P. ESS. HOLDINGS LTD: Quality Work on Interior Finishing, Small Renovations & Repairs. 250-365-9344.
BRENTON INDUSTRIES LTD: Kaslo Excavation Contractor, Septic & Utility Installations, Land Clearing & Tree Trimming. Call Sean, 250-353-7653 or 250-551-4058, www.brentonindustries.ca
BULLDOG CONCRETE FINISHING: Your Kootenay Concrete Specialist! Basement/garage floors, patios, driveways. Organized journeyman. 250-365-5573, www.bulldogconcretefinishing.ca
BURN SAFE WOOD HEATING: Offering inspections, installations, sweeps, chimney repointing and maintenance. Wett Certified. 250-357-2928, burnsafe@live.com
C & C CORK FLOORS: Only supplier of hand-stained and hand-finished glue down Cork in the Kootenays. Many colours in many styles. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call Chad, 250-505-4727 or visit us at www.cnccorkfloors.com
CLELAND ROOFING & REPAIRS: 27yrs experience, 20yrs certified. Certified roofers are the only way to get your manufacturer's warranty, 10yr transferable warranty. Old-fashioned service. Call 250-367-9380.
CONCRETE & LANDSCAPING CONTRACTOR: Driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, slabs, structural work, Allan blocks. Excavator, skidsteer, dump-trailer. Licensed/insured. 250-608-7777.
CRESTVIEW PAINTING: 25yrs+ experience, reliable/quality work that lasts, new construction, residential, repaints, certified journeyman. Fully insured. 250-304-5197.
DALE'S PAINTING: Interior/exterior, let my references explain!! Fast, professional, reliable, free reasonable estimates. 250-365-2725.
ED'S ELECTRIC: New construction, service upgrades, renovations, service calls, free estimates. Call Ed at 250-304-7621.
ELECTRICIAN FOR HIRE: Licensed, experienced, semiretired. Furnace work, renos, small jobs. Reasonable rates. Jim Rogan, 250-353-9638, 250-354-8910.
EXCAVATING, LANDSCAPING & CONCRETE WORK: Water & sewer. Retaining walls: Allen Block, rock & concrete. Brick pavers & slabs. 30 years experience. Free estimates. 250-365-9455.
GAS APPLIANCE INSTALLATIONS & MAINTENANCE: Licensed/bonded gasfitting. Specializing in Propane & Natural Gas. www.Jemsgas.com, 250-359-5922.
GENERAL CONTRACTING: New construction, renovations, additions, siding, roofing, decking. Experienced, energetic, reliable. Guy, 250-505-0709.
GERLITZ CONSTRUCTION: 35yrs experience, custom shower & tile work, renovations, decks & basement developments. Reliable. Quality work. 250-608-4044, 403-678-7670, West Kootenay.
GW CONTRACTING: Rock/Allen block, retaining walls, concrete sidewalks/driveways, demolition, leaky basements, plumbing, water, sewer, decks, patios, fencing. Land clearing. 250-231-4532.
HAL THE PAINTER 20 YEARS IN KASLO & AREA: Making your house/business new again! WCB, free estimates. 250-353-9660.
HandyMattServices.ca Rossland, Trail, Fruitvale, for all your Handyman needs. Licensed and insured, 10% off first job. 778-821-4720, handymattsrvcs@gmail.com
HARMONY HEATING AND COOLING: Specializing in gas furnace, water heater and boiler service and replacement. Licensed/Bonded/WorkSafeBC. 250-551-6013 or visit www.Harmonyheatingandcooling.com
HOOVER MASONRY, CERTIFIED EXPERIENCED MASON: Stonework, Bricklaying, Tile Setting. Custom Masonry Fireplaces, Restoration, Chimney Re-pointing, Stone Patios & Stairs, Retaining Walls, Manufactured Stone. Communication...Service...Satisfaction! 250-551-3245, hoovermasonry@gmail.com
HYBREED ROOFING: Residential/commercial, 20+yrs experience, torch-on roofing, decking, metal roofs...and more. Red Seal Certified. Free estimates. 250-608-7777. Guaranteed workmanship...quality you can trust!
JACKMAN CONSTRUCTION: Garage doors, light construction and renos. 250-512-9300 (cell).
JM ROOFING.... Covers all your roofing needs. Free estimates, licensed/fully insured/workmanship guaranteed. Visit our website www.jmroofinghome.ca, 250-231-5327.
JOHN DEERE 320 SKIDSTEER FOR HIRE: Small and big jobs. Call 250-352-5036, 250-777-1621 (cell).
JOHN'S PAINTING: 35 years in business. Interior, exterior. Specializing in liquid vinyls for stucco and masonry. Best rates. Free estimates. 250-365-2868.
JUSTHINK PAINTING: Serving Kaslo & Area. Residential, commercial, interior & exteriors. Seniors discount. Free estimates. 25+ years experience. All work guaranteed. Call Stephan, 250-353-7128, 1-604-961-2042.
KASLO & AREA PLUMBER: Certified & Insured. Sean Gaelen Graham - Virgo Enterprises. 250-353-3237. www.virgoplumbing.com
LEAF CABINETRY: Custom cabinetwork, residential & commercial. Your local cabinetmaker serving the West Kootenay since 1991. www.leafcabinetry.com, 250-226-7441.
MONASHEE CONSTRUCTION: Serving the community for over 30yrs. Home renovations, bathrooms, kitchens, basements, etc. Fully insured & licensed. 250-362-5564.
PACE ELECTRIC: Underground to overhead. Residential or commercial. All your electrical needs. 250-304-8930 (cell).
PGM INSTALLATIONS: Roofing season is here! Book now! Our experienced crew can help you with all types of asphalt and metal roofing as well as TORCH-ON and flat roofing. We also do soffit & fascia. Commercially insured and WCB covered. Call today for your free estimate. 250-354-2873 or email us: peter@pgminstallations.com
PLUMBING: Serving Kaslo & Area, Balfour to North end of Kootenay Lake. No job too small. Call Curtis Hewat, 250-353-8852(cell).
POLS CONTRACTING: New construction, renovations, additions, garages, carports, decks, windows, fences, roofing, siding and soffits. Journeyman carpenter, fully insured. Jeff, 250-231-4142.
R&S ROOFING & SEAMLESS GUTTERS: Call for free estimate. WCB/insured, licensed, workmanship guaranteed on labour. Now booking for 2018. Richard, 250-367-9404.
REDWOOD ENERGY: Insured electrical contractor serving the Kootenay Area. www.redwoodenergy.ca, 778-866-0939 or email daniel@redwoodenergy.ca
RENK MASONRY: Highest quality stonework, bricks, blocks, tile, etc. Call Brian Renk, 778-460-0028, 604-313-9374, cell.
RENOVATIONS BY INSTALLATIONS PLUS: Quality workmanship for over 30yrs, fully insured & licensed, Project management, interior & exterior renovations, custom wood work, additions, decks, fences, painting & decorating, commercial & residential flooring. Call 250-551-7229.
RNR ELECTRIC & CONTROLS: Your local Kaslo & Area electrician for residential, commercial and industrial projects. Call Randy, 250-366-0087.
ROCK SOLID MASONRY & TILE: Specializing in custom natural stone, cultured stone, tile, block, brick, chimney repair. Retaining & garden walls, pavers, stone patios. Insured, work guaranteed. Call for quote. Tristan Ray, 250-354-8125, stanrayca@yahoo.ca, www.rocksolidmason.ca
RON'S ROOFING: www.ronsroofingtrail.com Over 30yrs experience with all types of roofing issues and improvements. Fully insured, licensed, WorkSafe BC. Free estimates. 250-921-9328, info@ronsroofingtrail.com
SAMURAI HARDWOOD FLOORING: Spring Flooring Sale! Showroom, 619 Vernon St. Hardwoods/cork/bamboo/vinyl, Sanding/refinishing/staircases. Book online for you free in-home consultation. 250-777-0375, www.samuraihardwood.com
SCOOP EXCAVATING: Mini and midsized excavators. Dump truck service. Concrete lock block and stone walls. Landscaping. Water and sewer lines. Foundation drainage, water proofing, and repairs. Site prep. 250-505-3563.
STONEWORK AND MASONRY. 250-226-7173.
TILE YOUR WORLD WITH ADONIS TILE: Custom, quality tile/stone installation, over 15yrs experience. www.adonistile.ca, 250-357-2715.
WEST KOOTENAY MACHINE SHOP: Machine parts manufactured & repaired, 915 Front St (rear), Nelson. 250-352-2123.
WOLFGANG'S PLUMBING SERVICES: Residential plumbing, Goulds pumps, hot water tanks, renovations, etc. 250-226-7320.
www.shasheenmachine.com: Canadian Welding Bureau Certified Shop. Structural steel, machining, fine architectural metal work. Portable welding. 250-359-2289.
Computers Sales & Service
"ANY SUFFICIENTLY ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY is indistinguishable from magic." Fast, affordable solutions, upgrades & repairs. In home or drop off service. Mel B Digital, 404 Front St, Unit 3, Kaslo, 250-353-3239. Visit www.melbdigital.com
CONOR'S COMPUTER REPAIR: Troubleshooting, network setup, virus and Malware scans. Castlegar and Nelson housecalls. Courtesy computer available. 250-608-1583.
HEXA-TEK REPAIR: Computer repairs, upgrades, maintenance, diagnostics, 406 Baker Ave, Salmo. 250-357-9271. www.HexaTek.ca
WINLAW FINE COMPUTING..... www.winlawtech.com, Windows, Apple, Linux. Pat, 250-226-7215.
Merchandise Wanted
$$$ COIN COLLECTOR LOOKING TO PURCHASE COLLECTIONS, Accumulations, Royal Canadian Mint Coins & Sets, Olympic, Gold and Silver Coins, Paper Currency, etc. Please call Chad, 250-499-0251 Kootenays.
AAA SCRAP - WANTED: BATTERIES, RADIATORS, BRASS, COPPER, ALUMINUM, etc. 250-226-7677.
FIREARMS: Call John Urquhart in confidence anytime. I will come to your home. 250-367-7540.
LEGO? UNWANTED? Looking to buy. Call Chris, 250-231-1094.
LOOKING FOR A SMALL WOOD STOVE for heating a half size school bus. 250-226-7999.
LOOKING FOR A SPINDLE SANDER: Oscillating type preferred, in good condition. Call 250-505-4383 any time.
OLD BEER/POP SIGNS, wooden/metal crates, old gas/service station items, old bikes, old Coke/pop machines. 250-231-9397.
WANTED, 6'X4' MANUFACTURED UTILITY TRAILER; also basic incline weight bench, 5' bar, sleeve, collars, 2x25lb plates. 250-442-5766.
WANTED: Cedar poles. Bell Lumber & Pole, Rossland. Contact Sean Fredrickson 250-521-3031, rossland.yard@blpole.com
WANTED: COPPER, BRASS, RADIATORS & BATTERIES. Don't trash it...cash it. 250-354-9894.
Events
'ANGST': A film and student art exhibition created to start community conversations about anxiety. Join us at the Langham, Thursday, Apr. 26, 6:30pm. Tickets $0-$10, sliding scale. Sponsored by VHKAS, NKLCSS and JVH School.
21st ANNUAL WHOLE SCHOOL SPRING MARKET: Saturday, May 12 10am-3pm. Join The Whole School (5614 Hwy 6, Winlaw) for family fun: a plant sale, Kid Zone, BBQ concession, local artisans and vendors, and more... $2 at the entrance. Interested in vending? Contact Josée Corrigan, 250-226-7737 or email wholeschool@gmail.com
34 YEARS LATER, BOOK LAUNCH, READINGS, MUSIC: Tuesday, May 1, 7:30pm, to mark 34 years since Nelson's David Thompson University Centre closed. Reading: Winlaw's Tom Wayman and Vernon's John Lent, with music by Lent and Mark Nishihara, Oxygen Art Centre, 302 Vernon St (alley entrance), Nelson. Admission by donation.
5TH ANNUAL SPRING FARM FAIR: May 5 from 11am until 4pm, Pass Creek Exhibition Grounds, Robson/Castlegar, BC. 30 vendors required to be registered & paid by Apr. 27 or we will have to cancel. For registration & more information www.passcreekfair.com
A PRESENTATION, DOES HUMANITY HAVE A FUTURE, by PAUL HANLEY, author of the book ELEVEN, journalist, environmentalist, and recipient of numerous awards for his writings on the environment, sustainable development and agriculture. SATURDAY, APR. 21, 7pm BRILLIANT CULTURAL CENTRE, 1876 Brilliant Rd, Castlegar. Free admission. Book available for sale. For more info: www.elevenbillionpeople.com
ARGENTINE TANGO WEEKEND: Apr. 20-22 in Nelson. Five classes, two dances. More info? email franwallis@redmtn.ca
AUTHOR DIANA COLE READS FROM HER BOOK 'Sideways: Memoirs of a Misfit' presenting the life of a young Nikkei female protagonist, who is born in an Idaho internment camp. She will also present a short documentary film 'Hidden Internment'. This free event takes place on Saturday, Apr. 21, 4pm at the Kaslo & District Public Library.
CRESTON VALLEY BIRD FEST: May 11, 12, 13. Guided birding tours, keynote address by owl expert James Duncan, photography workshop with Lyle Grisedale, farm tours, art projects, first nations perspective, kayaking, stars, and more. Online registration opens Apr. 3. www.crestonvalleybirds.ca
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DOES HUMANITY HAVE A FUTURE? Join us for a special presentation for Earth Day 2018 by Paul Hanley, journalist, environmentalist and author of the book ELEVEN, Sunday, Apr. 22, 7pm at St. Saviour's Anglican Pro-Cathedral, 701 Ward St, Nelson. Free admission. Book available for sale. For more info: www.elevenbillionpeople.com
DRIVING AFTER 80 AND ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: Free Workshop, afternoon Tea/Potluck and Passmore Seniors monthly meeting. Sunday, Apr. 22, 2pm at Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road. Guest Speakers; Theresa Buchner, Cosco Seniors Health and Wellness Institute Facilitator and Dana Burgess, West Kootenay Seniors Transportation Coordinator. More info call 250-226-7758.
FAMILY YOGA AT REDFISH PARENT AND CHILD TIME! Celebrate spring with fun easy family yoga poses! Liv Hilde will be at Parent and Child Time at Redfish School, Friday Apr. 27, 9:30-11:30am. More info: jpoetsch@cbal.org, 250-229-2167. A Kootenay Lake Family Network and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy program. Like us on Facebook: Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Kaslo/Balfour.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LARDEAU VALLEY MUSEUM! The Lardeau Valley Historical Society and Pennywise together challenge you to tackle our 100 years, 100 questions History Quiz. Look for details in our display advertisement in this issue of Pennywise.
I SAW AN ANGEL TODAY: Local Author, Marcelline Moore Book launch, Apr. 22, 1pm at The Front Room, 9001 Front St, Nelson.
J.GREG WALTER SOLO ACOUSTIC PIANO CONCERT: Saturday, May 5, 7pm at St. Andrew's United Church, Kaslo. Tickets $5, at Sunnyside Naturals.
JEWETT SCHOOL SPAGHETTI DINNER: Thursday, Apr. 26, 6-8pm, Jewett School. $12/plate, $30 for family of 4, $7 age 6-12, 5 and under free. Includes: spaghetti w/sauce, salad, garlic toast & dessert. Jewett 50/50 draw will be done that evening, $5 for 10 tickets, 3 prizes of equal value. All proceeds go towards Fort Steele trip. Tickets available at Jewett/JVH Schools.
JVH MUSIC TALENT SHOW! Wednesday, Apr. 18, 7pm, Lighthouse Theatre $10; $5 for students.
KOOTENAY CHAPTER OF Vaccine Choice Canada PRESENTS: 'Vaxxed: From Cover Up to Catastrophe' - the film they don't want you to see, Thursday, Apr. 19, 7pm, 266 Baker St, Nelson. Edda West from Vaccine Choice Canada will be leading the subsequent discussion. Free admission, donations welcome. Seating is limited so come early.
LOOKING FOR LANGHAM EVENTS? Check out our display ad in this issue or www.thelangham.ca
MISSING EASTER EGGS! At Vimy Park or along the beach in Kaslo. Please return to the Pennywise office, 400 A Ave. Sweet reward for their safe return!
PARENT & TOT DROP-IN: Fridays, 10am-Noon, Slocan Park Hall. Nelson Library attends the 3rd Friday of the month with songs, books and stories. Free! For info more call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008.
READY, SET, LEARN AT REDFISH SCHOOL! Inviting all 3, 4 and 5 year olds to come to the Kindergarten Room on Tuesday, April 24, 9am-11:15am. Enjoy crafts, activities, play time and circle time with Mrs. Makeiv the Kindergarten teacher. Connect with the new Public Health Nurse, Allison Exner. Register with Julie Poetsch: 250-229-2167 or jpoetsch@cbal.org Offered by Redfish School and CBAL.
ROCK OUT AT CANNAFEST 2018 with GENE SIMMONS, Bret Michaels, Toronto, Kim Mitchell, Tom Cochrane and more! www.cannafest.ca
SÉAN MCCANN, widely known as a member of internationally renowned band, Great Big Sea, has spent the last 20 years sailing around the world enamouring audiences from Copenhagen to California. Now a solo artist and mental health advocate, McCann combines his traditional musical folk roots with his "music is medicine" message to audiences while supporting his latest release, There's a Place. www.seanmccannsings.com Date: Sunday, Apr. 29 at 7pm, Location: The Old Theatre, 185 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, Tickets: $25 at www.theoldtheatre.com
SPRING PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Join us for crafts, stories, songs & more. Kaslo & District Public Library, Fridays, 6 sessions starting May 4-June 8, 9:30-10:30am. Free program for 3-5 year olds. Please preregister, 250-353-2942 or info@kaslo.bclibrary.ca
THE OSPREY MOUNTAIN GRILL at the Balfour Golf Course is opening for lunches Apr. 13, 11am-5pm. May 1, full hours 8am-8pm, breakfast, lunch and dinners. Welcome back! 250-229-4113.
TRAIL HARMONY CHOIR SPRING CONCERT: SATURDAY, APR. 28, 7pm THE BAILEY THEATRE, Trail, featuring Trail Harmony Choir; Blossom Valley Singers; Kootenay Women's Ensemble; Rossland Light Opera Performers; Kootenay DanceWorks; Frances Nam, Violinist; soloists Dawson Zanet, Nevaeh DeRosa, Kennedy DeRosa. Tickets $18 at Box Office or online at www.thebailey.ca For more info: www.trailharmonychoir.ca or phone Donna, 250-368-8300.
UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA MIXED CHORUS: Featuring the Faculty of Education Handbell Ringers, Monday, Apr. 30, at Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. Tickets at church office or Eddy Music on Baker St, $15 Adults; $10 Youth; Under 6 years old are free.
UPCOMING SHOWS IN NELSON: Apr. 19 at The Capitol Theatre, An Evening with Harry Manx; May 1, Jared & The Mill with Altameda; May 3, Born Ruffians, with guests; May 12, Moontricks + FRASE - and more to come! Full calendar and info at www.ontheroadmanagement.com
USA - INLAND NW TOY SHOW CLASSIC: Saturday, Apr. 21, Spokane Valley Event Center, 10514 E. Sprague. Vintage, collectibles, new & other fine treasures. Buy, Sell, Trade! Early bird: 9-10am, $10USD. General public: 10am-3pm, $3USD. Kids under 10 Free. Contact Renee, 509-990-4325 or email taylorsdiecast@gmail.com
WEST KOOTENAY ARCHERS ANNUAL SPRING SHOOT: Saturday/Sunday, April 21/22, food and vendors available. See us on Facebook or contact us at westkootenayarchers@gmail.com
YARD AND YARDAGE! Slocan Valley Threads Guild's annual event welcomes you Sunday, Apr. 29, 10am-2pm. Shop for fabric, notions, perennials, lunch, refreshments and enjoy the gallery of members' work. Hwy 6 at Perry's Back Road. 250-226-7703.
Health and Personal Care
*REGISTERED ACUPUNCTURE & TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE, Jessica D. Whitley, R.TCM.P. at Back in Balance, 2325-6th Ave, Castlegar. Call 250-304-4401, www.backinbalance.ca
AFFORDABLE MASSAGE TREATMENTS: RMT Student Clinic, 402 Baker St, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. 250-354-1995 to book.
CHINESE MEDICINE AND CRANIO SACRAL THERAPY Treatments in Kaslo at The Sentinel. Online booking at www.lenineumeier.ca or email: leni.neumeier@gmail.com
MEDICHAIR ELECTRIC LIFT CHAIR: Brown/beige, excellent condition, $475. 780-999-9152, cell.
NEUROFEEDBACK NELSON: 517 Baker. Neurofeedback addresses problems of brain dysregulation including concussion, anxiety-depression spectrum, attention deficits, behaviour disorders, stroke, various sleep disorders, headaches, PMS, emotional disturbances, seizures, ADD and autism spectrum. 10yrs experience working with Neurofeedback. Call/email for more info, 250-825-0105, simpleremedies@shaw.ca Certified by EEG Institute, www.eeginfo.com
P.E.M.F. (PULSED ELECTROMAGNETIC) THERAPY: For chronic pain relief and overall superior health. Health Canada approved. Get Results! Call Tina 250-921-7363, www.omnium1.com
PEE WHEN YOU NEED TO! Discreet, convenient, effective, proven, award winning portable urinals, European. www.urin8.ca
RAVEN ACUPUNCTURE: Treating stress, anxiety, digestive disorders, pain management and more. 250-551-2581, www.ravenacupuncture.com
RED CLOVER DENTAL: It's time to Spring clean your smile! 201 - 402 Baker St, Nelson. 250-352-5012.
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY: Joli Guthrie RMT, MSP available. By appointment. Kaslo, 250-353-7605.
SENIORS CAREGIVER AVAILABLE: Outings, shopping and appointments. 250-777-1169.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE MORE BALANCE, Stability and Range of Motion? Instant results, 30-day money back guarantee, you have nothing to lose. Ask me for details. This product has assisted people with MS, Autism, various body pains and aches. Let me show you how this Neuro-Technology can help you. 250-355-2925.
YOUR TOXIC FOOD & WATER: It's genocide. Dr. Winn Parker, www.republicbroadcasting.org, Sunday 8am.
Boats and Watercraft
14' ELGIN FIBERGLASS CANOE: 36" beam, 2 paddles, $500. 250-367-7206.
PEE IN YOUR KAYAK? Compact, award winning, discreet, tested and leak proof. www.urin8.ca
STERNWHEELER HOUSEBOAT: 108'x22.5' on the Arrow Lakes, Castlegar, make perfect summer cabin, diesel power, propane appliances, $80,000. Consider part trades. 250-365-4786.
WANTED, ALUMINUM BOAT: 14' to 16', deep hull, in good shape. 250-551-2502.
Utility Trailers
14' TANDEM TRAILER: Electric brakes, two 3500lb axles, $1575obo. 250-368-1512.
RVs and Campers
1989 23' VANGUARD HARDBODY MOTORHOME E350: 460 engine, cruise, tilt, cab a/c, government certified, 95,000km, tires 85%, $13,500. 250-367-9171.
1997 LEISURE TRAVEL VAN: Wide-body, immaculate condition, sleeps 2, awning, a/c. Must be seen! 250-231-3935.
2002 10'8" TRUCK CAMPER: Citation Supreme, north/south bed, large fridge, stove, double sink, large bath w/separate shower, built-in Onan generator, very good condition, $17,500. 250-353-2430.
2006 10' ADVENTURER CAMPER: Dinette slide, very clean, $14,000obo. 250-364-1494.
2013 ROADTREK SS AGILE: Mercedes diesel, low kms, very clean, solar charging unit, propane generator, etc, $105,000. 250-551-0137.
ALPENGLOW RV SERVICES: Mobile RV repair & parts. Serving Nelson & the West Kootenays. Certified~Licensed~Insured. www.alpenglowrv.wordpress.com 250-551-8605.
COLEMAN TENT TRAILER: Limited Edition, special order, as new, used one weekend, 2 king size beds, stove/fridge/furnace, (appliances never used), outside shower. More pictures available, $11,500 ($18,000 or more new). 250-229-4399.
WANTED, RV TRAILER: 26' or larger, w/slides, a/c, awnings, etc, very good condition only. 250-365-3014.
Motorcycles and ATVs
1995 YAMAHA VIRAGO: 1100cc, $2500. Serious inquiries only, please. 250-353-2512.
2006 YAMAHA: 1900cc, with trailer, 38,000km, $6000. 250-367-6153.
2014 YAMAHA YZ85: Hardly used, in great condition, $3800obo. 250-231-2643.
RESTORED 1969 650cc Triumph Bonneville, $6500. 250-399-4285.
Service
1T CUBE VAN & DRIVER FOR HIRE: Moving, garage, yard cleanup, pick up, delivery. 250-359-5967.
A HANDY HUSBAND: Decks, fences, floors, doors, windows, sheds. 250-354-3659.
A MAN AND HIS DOLLY, MOVING COMPANY: 1T cube van. Moving to and from most places in BC and Alberta. Accepting VISA, MasterCard and Debit at your door. www.AManAndHisDolly.com, 250-304-8400.
ALL AROUND SEPTIC SERVICES LTD: Fully Insured. Call 250-354-3644 or email allsepticvac@gmail.com
ARE YOUR WINDOWS A MESS FROM WINTER? We'll make them spotless & your home brighter. Quality, WCB covered service at reasonable rates. Kaslo Window & Gutter Cleaning, KasloWG@gmail.com, 250-353-3291.
BACKHOE SERVICE, EXCAVATING, LANDSCAPING: 4WD John Deere. 250-353-7401.
BEAVER'S SEPTIC TANK CLEANING SERVICE: Serving the Kootenays. Goes the distance! 250-354-3508 (cell) or 250-357-9724.
CLEANING GENIE: Professional Detailed Cleaning Services. Residential/Commercial/Vacation Rentals/B&Bs. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Deep Cleans/Moves/Post-reno and more. Efficient, Thorough, Reliable. Nelson/Castlegar/Slocan Valley/Trail. Call Marilyn, 250-399-6606 or 250-505-8346. www.cleaninggenie.ca
COLUMBIA DISTRICT SOLAR ENERGY LTD: Solar sales & repairs, Off or Grid Tie systems, CSA PV Certified, Bonded Electrical Contractor. 250-304-8854.
CONFIDENTIAL PAPER SHREDDING offered by West Kootenay Social Enterprise Society. Personal or commercial, $10 per banker box or $50 per month for a 64gal lockable bin. Phone 250-352-1942 to book times to drop off, or arrange pickup, 532 Josephine St. Get some spring cleaning done, while supporting your local nonprofit.
FASTER HIGH-SPEED INTERNET is available where you live! Xplornet offers internet with speeds up to 25Mbps. www.xplornet.com
GARBAGE CAN DAN JUNK REMOVAL: Full estate clean-outs, household, commercial, construction waste, furniture, appliances, garage clean-outs. Anything you need gone quick! "Cleaning up the Kootenays." 250-226-7569.
HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: Projects, spring cleanup, whatever you need. Call Kevin, 250-505-6004.
HANDYMAN FOR HIRE: For the projects around the house. Reasonable rates. 250-304-9960.
HANDYMAN WILL TRAVEL: Yard & Light Home Maintenance, Nelson/Salmo, Trail, Castlegar, Creston. Booking for Spring. Mark, 250-505-9783.
KERRY'S STITCHERY: New to Kaslo! Custom sewing, alterations & repairs. Including denim, leather, canvas & drapery. 250-353-7722.
KODIAK SHARPENING SERVICES: Carpentry, garden, kitchen, etc. Drop off at Maglio's, Hipperson's, Home Hardware, Nelson. 250-352-9703.
KOOTENAY HUB DELIVERY: Offering small apartment size moving, appliance delivery, recycling, take away spring cleanup. Any of your basic delivery needs! Cargo insured. 250-551-6401.
NEED A PLUMBER? CALL VIRGO! We have up-to-date technology to help us analyze and repair any plumbing problem. Call Sean at 250-353-3237. Visit www.virgoplumbing.com for all our services.
PASS CREEK TOOL REPAIR: Air and electric tools, small compressors, quality repairs, fair price. 250-304-4811.
PROFESSIONAL MOVING, Junk Removal, Plumbing, Sewer Backups, Dry Cleaning, Laundry Service, Furnace/ Air Duct Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning. 24/7 Emergency Service. 250-231-8529, 250-921-4356, 250-364-0145. www.kootenaymoveandjunk.vpweb.ca www.dirtbusters.vpweb.ca
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Maria Harris Property Management, 20yrs experience in the Kootenays. Call Maria 250-551-5917.
QUALITY, PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING SERVICES: Minichiello & Company Chartered Professional Accountant. Front Street, Kaslo. 250-353-7742.
REPAIR, REPLACE, RENOVATE HANDYMAN: 30yrs construction trades experience. Hardware to complete interiors, exteriors, decks, etc. Get that project finished! 778-460-1524.
RHONDA RUSTON Q.C. LAWYER, NOTARY: Bringing more than 30yrs experience to the Kootenays. Providing accessible, affordable legal services regarding Real Estate and other property matters, Wills, Advanced Care/Incapacity Planning, Probate, general Business, Family dispute resolutions. Call 250-353-2028. 2nd Floor, 404 Front St, Kaslo. www.RustonLaw.ca
RUBBISH REMOVAL & RECYCLE, estate removal, gutter cleaning & sealing, moving, deliveries, building demolition. 250-231-9397.
SELKIRK PAVING SERVING THE ENTIRE WEST KOOTENAY AREA: Call for free estimate! 1-800-668-2848.
SPRING CLEANING? Over 10yrs experience, windows, walls or cupboards; lawn, garden cleanup & maintenance. Reliable. Dependable. 250-512-9513, sassiemcquade@gmail.com
SPRING SERVICING FOR YOUR CAR: Come to Kootenay Motors for quality care you can trust. Traditional values, modern technology. Convenient downtown Nelson location... shop while your car is being serviced. ARI Preferred Vendor. 250-352-5383, www.kootenaymotors.com
TAP INTO THE MARKET SOUTH OF OUR BORDER! Expand your market, and reach new readers - cost effectively! Expand your market into Spokane and Coeur d'Alene and reach thousands of new readers, cost effectively! Place your classified ad in the Pennywise and for only $10 more per week, your ad will appear in BOTH the Spokane Exchange and the Coeur d'Alene Nickel's Worth - all 64,000 of them! Expand your market and grow your business! Call Pennywise today 1-800-663-4619.
THE SCOOTER DOC: Used scooter repair & sales. Acorn Stairlifts, installs and service. 250-304-4584.
TOON TOWN FAMILY CHILDCARE CELEBRATES 20 YEARS. We are a mother & daughter licensed in-home day care, who have been serving families for the past 20 years. We would like to thank all who have made our small business such a success. We look forward to working with families and the community. Monday-Friday, 6am-7pm. Josie & Denna Lioce. 250-368-5479, 250-231-9025 cell.
TREE SERVICE: Certified, Licensed, Insured. Pruning to removal of hazardous trees. Free Estimates. 250-505-6114, www.fallguy.ca
TRIXIE'S CLEANING & JUNK REMOVAL serving Castlegar, Trail & Nelson areas. Move ins, move outs, weekly, biweekly, on call. Call me, 250-365-9313. www.trixiecleaners.ca
WE DELIVER!! Tuesday through Saturday, household moves within West Kootenay. GREAT DELIVERY RATES. Help feed the hungry, shop at S.H.A.R.E. Nelson ReStore, 520-A Falls St, Nelson. 250-352-1222.
WINDOW SCREEN REPAIR: Fix old or make new. 250-365-5056, 250-304-7706.
Heavy and Farm Equipment
20' FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER: Tandem axles, $1500; 3 prong forks for round bales, $250. 250-226-7990.
THE TRACTOR GUY TRACTOR & MACHINERY REPAIR: All diesel, engine, transmission, differential, hydraulic, electrical repairs. Now offering welding. Located in South Slocan. 250-505-7632.
USA - LOOKING FOR LOGGING, CONSTRUCTION & MINING EQUIPMENT: In good operating condition. Cats, backhoes, excavators, etc. 509-951-3156 ask for Tim. Spokane.
Trucks
2004 DODGE DAKOTA 4X4: Quad-cab, 4.7L, V8, auto, canopy, tow package, drop-in bed liner, 385,000km, well maintained solid vehicle, $2500 firm. 250-226-7899.
2006 TACOMA TRD 4X4: V6, double-cab, 322,000kms, tow pkg, 2 sets tires/rims, suspension airbags, excellent condition, maintenance records, $9800. 250-608-4472, 250-399-4472.
2008 FORD RANGER XLT 4X4: Silver, 180,000kms, one owner, 5spd manual, canopy w/custom storage, tonneau cover, roof rack, 4 summers & winters on rims, air shocks, $11,200. 250-352-9558.
2011 FORD RANGER 4X4: 162,000kms, auto, air/tilt/cruise, c/w contractor canopy, new Yokohama winter tires, $12,500. Call 250-355-0088.
FORD F-150 4X4: Heavy half/shortbox, extended-cab, auto, 249,939kms, $2900obo. Call 250-352-1165, for more info.
Snowmobiles
2011 ARCTIC CAT M8-162: Low miles, excellent condition, many extras, too many to list, $5500. 250-229-4773.
2012 SKI-DOO SUMMIT 800 E-TEC: Excellent shape, 4200kms, 163" track, cover, dollies, $6000obo; sled deck option. 250-353-7745.
YAMAHA BRAVO: Long track, 250cc, 2025kms, all lady driven, excellent condition, $2500. 250-352-9488.
Real Estate
28 ACRE HERITAGE FARM: 1620sq.ft. 3bdr home, barn, shop, log cabin, three carports, plus, plus, plus. 6500sq.ft. fenced gardens, 830sq.ft. raised beds, orchards, berries, southern exposure, spring possession, $418,800. Patrick, 250-226-0089.
2BDR HOME, SLOCAN VALLEY: Near Lemon Creek, approx 964sq.ft., 5 appliances, propane fireplace & range, new roof, 1.58acres, easy access, large mature garden, fruit trees, gravity feed spring water, 400sq.ft. fully self-contained cabin at back of property for mortgage helper, $269,000. 250-551-1536 leave msg.
3BDR HOME IN SALMO: Approx 1100sq.ft. on oversized double lot, newer roof and windows. Laundry, wet bar, full bath, wood stove, and storage in basement. Single car garage, large parking area in back, small garden and mostly fenced backyard, asking $249,900. Inquiries, 250-357-2377.
3BDR HOUSE: 2 floors, full basement, 1800sq.ft. each floor, with 1bdr suite, RV carport, separate garage, greenhouse, shop, 2 corner lots, one of best locations in Trail, 1529 Main St. More details, 250-368-9257.
3BDR MOBILE ON 1/2 ACRE, BALFOUR: 2 min walk to beach, $265,000. 250-509-0735.
BEAUTIFUL, PRIVATE 33 ACRES, with 2 homes, halfway between Castlegar & Nelson. Please go to Property Guys ID #198104 for pictures & video. For more information call Dave, 250-354-9201. Realtor inquiries welcomed.
CUSTOM BUILT 3BDR RANCHER: Full basement, open concept, skylights, radiant in-floor heating, tile & hardwood, jacuzzi ensuite, so much more on 2.5 acre corner lot, southern exposure, private beautiful yard and garden, elk fenced, 5mins to town, 8yrs old, $434,000. 250-365-3411.
KASLO HOUSING SOCIETY Housing Coordinator, assisting residents of Kaslo and Area D with affordable housing. Office hours: Tuesdays 1-3pm, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9am-12pm or by appointment. #23, The Langham, Kaslo, 250-353-8363. Funding for this position thanks to CBT and RDCK/Kaslo EDC.
LOCATION, LOCATION: 12min from Red Mountain Ski Hill, 4bdr house, 2 outside wells sitting on 1.13acres of flat land in Paterson Valley, $285,000. Phone 250-362-5736.
USA - FANTASTIC SUMMER GETAWAY at beautiful Lower Twin Lakes, Idaho. Private lot with very well maintained Seahawk 33' trailer with large slide-out and custom snow roof, also includes custom storage building. Community beach with huge lawn for family gatherings, nearby ice cream shop. Very private and relaxing. By appointment only, $63,500USD. 208-660-1553.
WANTED, KOOTENAY LAKE WATERFRONT HOME! Long time local couple looking to buy a north shore waterfront property. Home with suite, home with cabin, etc would be ideal. 250-551-3000.
Animals & Animal Care
3 PUREBRED POMS: $800/ea; cross Pom & Poodles, 5lbs full grown, $500. Vet checked. 250-265-4002.
A NICE FAMILY ATMOSPHERE for your small dog at Willacres Dog Boarding, Fruitvale. Joan, 250-367-7706.
ALL PLAY PET CARE & ADVENTURES: Socialize your dog in a supervised, friendly environment. B&B open 7 days a week. Healthy dog food & supplies. www.allplay.ca, Castlegar. 250-365-2886, allplay2@telus.net
ANNIE'S PET GROOMING, FRUITVALE, BC: Whether a bath, facial, nail trim or full grooming, call Annie to book appointment. 250-231-4888.
CANINE PSYCHOLOGY CENTER: Dog boarding, consulting, personal & group training, daycare, workshops. 250-367-0124.
DOG BOARDING: Dogs love it at Spirit of the North Kennels, Salmo. 250-357-9390, almagaw@telus.net
DOG OBEDIENCE GROUP CLASSES in Nelson and Crescent Valley. Agility starts mid April. Private consultations for behaviour. Jeanne Shaw, CPDT, www.love2play.ca, 250-359-6650.
JOY'S HOUSE CALL GROOMING offers all the benefits of a salon in the convenience of your home. Professional Groomer with over 40 years experience. Limited bookings available. Call/text 250-608-0547 or dogshousecall@gmail.com
MARY HOPPINS is a 1.5yr old spayed American bunny who loves to be around people but is bothered by too much commotion. For more info please contact the Nelson BCSPCA, 250-352-7178.
ON-LEASH ADVENTURE HIKES, overnight accommodations, dog day care, all breed grooming, anesthetic-free teeth cleaning. Kootenay Critters, 502 Columbia Ave, Castlegar. 250-365-7370.
PET SITTER SERVICES in the comfort of your home or mine. Also providing dog walking, housesitting, daily drop-ins & boarding, Castlegar, references. Susan, 250-365-0778.
SAM'S PET CARE: Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Service, serving Trail, BC and surrounding area. Experienced, Mature, Reliable. First walk is free! Mobile, 250-921-5706; email, samzpetcare@gmail.com; Web, http://business.trailchamber.bc.ca/list/member/sam-s-pet-care-trail-bc-1355
SIMPLY PAWS-ITIVE DOG TRAINING: Obedience/agility classes. Private consultations for obedience/behaviour problems. www.simplypawsitive.ca, Linda Murray, 250-367-7211.
USA - HOUND/HEELER MIX: Male, 2yrs old, in search of his forever home, find out more details about "Fiddle" on www.PetFinder.com or email questions to FFR@TheFurryFarmRescue.org His adoption fee is $200USD and it covers all vaccinations, neutering, training & microchip.
WANTED SIAMESE KITTEN OR GROWN CAT: Female, long haired or Persian, or half Siamese. 250-359-7327.
Employment Opportunities
360º CONTRACTING is looking for roofing helpers. Applicants must display willingness to follow direction and work as a team. Driver's licence required, First Aid certificate or Fall-Safe is an asset. Call to apply, 250-231-9173.
ARMOURED CAR COMPANY REQUIRES a casual employee in Nelson, approx 25 hrs/wk at $17.85/hr. Must posses restricted firearms licence. Send resume to: goodrichjack1985@gmail.com
AUTOMOTIVE DISMANTLER: Full-time position available, $14/hr. Apply in person or email scrapking@telus.net, fax: 250 357-2072.
BUDDY'S PIZZA IS NOW HIRING: Experienced Line Cooks, contract position, $16/hr, apply with resume at 417 Front St, Kaslo. 250-353-2282.
CONTRACT POSITION: Wastewater System Operator to manage Whispering Pines Mobile Home Park, classified as a small wastewater system. Position involves manual and mechanically skilled tasks and physical effort in performing a variety of maintenance, as well as maintaining records, reporting, advising and making improvements. Site visits for routine maintenance would be conducted monthly. Must be EOCP certified and experienced. Email info@whisperingpinesmhp.com
DJM CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring Skilled Carpenter. Please forward resume to info@djmcontracting.com or visit our website www.djmcontracting.com
EXPERIENCED SERVERS FOR SUMMER SEASON: Apply to Osprey Mountain Grill, Balfour Golf Course. 250-229-4113, 250-505-7770.
FULL- OR PART-TIME CAREGIVER NEEDED, in Nelson, for a handicapped adult male. Email resume to Jonathan at jcwhite25@hotmail.com or Barb at bab_360_white@hotmail.com
JM ROOFING IS HIRING: Will train right candidates. Email: silvertip5481@yahoo.ca
JOIN PROFESSIONAL CLEANING TEAM: 1-2 days/week. Must be reliable and have own transportation. Resumes to: cleanteam73@gmail.com, 250-399-6606.
JOURNEYMAN/RED SEAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN WANTED: Part-time to start, leading to full-time, small engine & RV experience an asset. Email resumes to pappy1742@gmail.com or fax to 250-368-5228.
KOOTENAY FLORAL, CASTLEGAR: Looking for a permanent part-time, experienced floral designer. Please submit your qualifications to kootenayfloral@hotmail.com
OFFICE ASSISTANT: Part-time, $14/hr. Please send resume by email scrapking@telus.net or fax 250 357-2072.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: The West Kootenay Regional Arts Council is seeking a qualified contractor with Human Resources training/experience to develop a comprehensive Policy and Operational Manual. Read the complete RFP by visiting www.wkartscouncil.com. RFP closing date: April 23, 2018. All duties and deliverables must be provided before June 30, 2018.
TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED: For permanent full-time local haul. Class 1, clean Driver's Abstract, B-Train backing up and forklift skills. Email: d.michaux.u@gmail.com or mail 1223 Columbia Gardens Rd, Fruitvale, V0G 1L1.
Parts, Accessories and Services
4 ALLOY RIMS: 6 bolt Toyota, offset-8, T15x7JJ-8, w/3 mounted tires P235/75R15-105S, $350obo. 250-353-2181, eves.
8 ACCEL FUEL INJECTORS: 21lb, $200; 1989-1993 5.0L A9L 5spd ECU, $300; Ron Francis Cobra, 75 Wire Harness, $250; Stock EFI Distributor, steel gear $100; 24lb BBK Mass Air Meter, $150. 250-364-5630.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS: Contact us, we are at your service. Borderline Transmission, 250-368-3231, 1-877-368-3231, 2865B Highway Dr, Trail.
FOUR 18" ALLOY RIMS: Suitable for 2014 Chrysler, $200obo; trailer hitch, fits Chrysler 200, includes 1.5" ball, mount, electric wiring, $175obo. 250-368-9493.
HEADACHE RACK: Stainless steel with 2000lb electric winch and 300lb removable hand crank, fits 8' standard or shortbox, $995 or make offer. 250-365-5520.
SPECIAL: Paint jobs, $885, flat satin, single stage, base clear, 38yrs experience, restorations, rust repair, smash repairs, sandblasting, pick up & delivery available, workmanship guaranteed. Call 250-265-4419.
Furniture & Appliances
4 COUNTER CHAIRS: 29", oak with swivel seats, excellent condition, $200 for all. 250-309-9048.
ANTIQUE OAK TABLE: 2 pedestals, rectangular, w/2 leaves, 6 chairs, matching sideboard, $1950. 250-304-9648.
BEIGE LOVESEAT, with two recliners, $250; outside chaise lounge, $30; small TV, $30; four 14" rims, offers. 250-357-9494.
DALE FROM TRAIL GOOD USED FURNITURE: We're back and ready to do business. The boutique second hand store and warehouse. We buy and sell, help recycle. Can furnish your home from top to bottom. Store at 792 Rossland Ave, Trail, open Thursday and Friday, 12-6pm and Saturday, 10am-3pm. Warehouse shopping by appointment any day, any time. 250-367-9939.
MATTRESS AND BOX SPRING: Queen size, $50/set, Villagers Inn Hotel, Fruitvale. 250-367-7664.
SEALY BOX SPRING: Queen, $60; Kenmore electric stove, $350; JetGlass 30gal electric hot water tank, $75. 250-364-5630.
Craft Fairs
4TH ANNUAL SPRING KOOTENAY ARTISAN FAIR: Saturday, May 5 at the Prestige in Nelson from 10am-6pm. Join 50+ High End Vendors for this one day only event. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Thank You
A BIG THANK YOU to the person who saw my missing keys on Mar. 28 at the Site 2 mailboxes on lower Krestova Rd. You placed them where I easily found them the next morning. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
WOODBURY RESORT & MARINA'S 2018 Easter Bull Trout Derby was a success thanks to our generous prize donators! Look for this years winners in our display advertisement in this issue of Pennywise.
Legal Notices
AARON MARKIN: Your storage fees at the Brilliant Mini-Storage are past due. Your belongings will be seized and sold on Apr. 23/18. Please call 250-365-2774 regarding your account.
Notices
ANNUAL SHOE DRIVE: During April Shoe Bank Canada will be accepting donations of new & gently used footwear (all kinds including boots, hikers, etc) to distribute to people in need across Canada and around the world. Kaslo and Area donations of clean shoes, in pairs and in decent shape with no holes, are gratefully accepted at the Pennywise office, 400 A Ave, Kaslo, during regular business hours. Thank you!
DUMONT CREEK BURIAL SOCIETY AGM: Vallican Whole Community Centre, Monday, May 7, 7:30pm. New members welcome.
KASLO & AREA YOUTH CENTRE AGM: Tuesday, Apr. 24, 4-6pm, 423 Front St, back alley entrance, Kaslo. All are welcome, especially the teens! Refreshments provided!
KASLO CURLING CLUB AGM: Tuesday, Apr. 24 at 6:30pm at the Kaslo Curling Club.
KOOTENAY CARSHARE COOPERATIVE AGM: Saturday, Apr. 28, Bigby Place, 509 Front St, Nelson. Noon potluck, 12:30 meeting. Consider joining our board of directors and help bring electric vehicles to our fleet. $2 non-driving membership. All are welcome to attend. info@carsharecoop.ca
Please Join Us For The FIRST AGM of the newly amalgamated Trailblazers and Kaslo Outdoor Recreation societies, Friday, Apr. 20, Kaslo Seniors Hall. Refreshments & socializing 6-7pm, meeting at 7pm. If you enjoy the trails, bridges, ski tracks, bike trails, races, youth ski and mountain bike programs, PLEASE show your support by your presence at this crucial meeting. Bring your ideas too! Thanks from the board of Kaslo Outdoor Recreation and Trails Society.
SALMO COMMUNITY MEMORIAL CHURCH SOCIETY AGM: Monday, Apr. 30, 7pm, Church basement. All welcome.
Farmers Market
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW for Kaslo Garden Festival, Monday, May 21. Part of the Kaslo May Days celebration. Contact Colleen at kaslosaturdaymarket@gmail.com or 250-353-2026 for more info.
POET PIG FARMS: We have sides of pork to move, any reasonable offer accepted, trades are welcome. Slocan Valley consciously raised pork, Organic feed, Wild Boar, Berkshire, Tamworth cross. 250-226-7037, tjoycarter@gmail.com
SLOCAN VALLEY BLACK ANGUS BEEF: Sides $3.99/lb; ground beef special, $100 freezer packs; 50lb dog bones, $49.99, soup bones and organs. Government inspected. Home of the Happy Cows. Wayne Savinkoff, 250-226-BEEF.
TARZWELL FARMS: Top grade, locally grown & naturally raised beef. Grain & grass finished, available year round. Delivery to Nelson, Castlegar & Trail available. 250-428-4316 or find us on Facebook!
Lessons & Workshops
ATTENTION LANDLORDS! The West Kootenay Landlord Society invites you to a workshop you cannot afford to miss! Sunday, Apr. 29, 9am at the Prestige Lakeside Resort. www.wkls.org/workshop
COMMUNITY FUTURES OFFERS SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS! Learn to plan, shoot & edit video to promote your business or service: "DIY Videos for YouTube" with Zeb Hansell on May 2 & 9 (9am-4pm both days) $200 +GST. Call 250-352-1933 extn#100 to register. Full schedule: www.futures.bc.ca/workshops/
FREE WORKSHOPS being offered in the West and East Kootenay. Are you a member of a nonprofit society? The Societies Act has changed and all nonprofit societies are required to transition to the new Act. In this workshop, you will learn what you need to do in order to successfully transition your group or organization. Details at www.lawfornonprofits.ca/new-events
Education & Classes
BASIC PROSPECTING COURSE: Chamber of Mines of Eastern BC, 215 Hall St, Nelson, Apr. 23-Apr. 29, Monday-Friday, 7-10pm, Saturday & Sunday field trips. $250 fee includes textbook and supplies. Cash or cheque. For more information or to preregister contact the chamber, weekdays 9am-4pm, 250-352-5242, or chamberofmines@netidea.com
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT Nelson Summer Arts at www.selkirk.ca/ce/courses/arts-culture/summer-nelson
CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY: Non-Restricted Firearms, Saturday, May 5, 8am-6pm; Hunter Training (CORE): Saturday/Sunday, May 5 & 6, 8am-5pm, Selkirk College, Kaslo. 250-353-2618, kasloce@selkirk.ca, www.selkirk.ca
HUNTER TRAINING (CORE) & CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY: Non-Restricted Firearms (PAL) Combined, May 5 & 6, Saturday, 8am-6pm; Sunday, 8am-5pm, Selkirk College, Kaslo. 250-353-2618, kasloce@selkirk.ca, www.selkirk.ca
JUNIOR & ADULT GOLF: Sundays, May 6-27. Juniors, 10-11am, $36; Adults, 11-12:30pm, $54, Valley View Golf Course. No class May 20. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008.
PIANO & THEORY LESSONS: Register with Diane. Professional, experienced, reasonable. 250-521-0071.
RAFT is a FREE training & certification program tailored to the service trade sectors. Details at raft@kcds.ca or 250-352-6200.
SIMPLE HOME FERMENTATION: Tuesday, May 8, 7-8:30pm, Selkirk College, Kaslo. 250-353-2618, kasloce@selkirk.ca, www.selkirk.ca
SPRING MUSHROOM WALK & TALK: Saturday, May 12, 10:30-3pm, $30 per person or $50 for two, Threads Guild. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008.
SUPPORTING CREATIVE PLAY: Exploring "Loose Parts". A free workshop for parents of young children. Support your child's developing creativity, critical-thinking, problem-solving and much more using "loose parts" in play. Loose parts are materials you may already have at home or things that can be found easily. Join us for ideas and inspiration! Tuesday, Apr. 24, 9:30-11:30am, Kaslo Family Centre. Childcare provided. To register, contact barbcyr@nklcss.org Offered by North Kootenay Lake Community Services Society and Childcare Resource and Referral, Kaslo Homelinks and proudly supported by Columbia Basin Trust. Please provide the following information when registering: your name, names and ages of children requiring childcare and a list of food allergies.
Garage, Moving & Yard Sales
BIG NEIGHBOURHOOD GARAGE SALE! Saturday, Apr. 28. Lots of goods for sale including baby items, tools, sports equipment and so much more! 9am start. (No early birds please). 757 Waterloo Rd, Castlegar.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALE: Saturday, Apr. 28, 9:30am-12noon, rain or shine, 840 Victoria Ave, Kaslo.
MOVING SALE! EVERYTHING MUST GO! 943 Dogwood Dr, South Slocan, Saturday & Sunday, Apr. 21 & 22, 8am-4pm. Household items, tools, electronics, yard tools, outdoor furniture & much more.
MOVING SALE: Saturday, Apr. 21 & Sunday, Apr. 22, 10am-2pm. No early birds. 306 Tamarac St, Ymir.
THE GREAT KASLO GARAGE SALE: One day only! Saturday, Apr. 21, 9:30am-4:30pm, dishes, housewares, tools, clothing, books, lots of unique and interesting items! No pre-sales, 556 Larch Dr, Kaslo. Lmdepape@gmail.com
Sporting Goods
BRODIE MOUNTAIN BIKE: Hydraulic disc brakes, large frame; Klein road bike, 58cm frame, good condition, offers. 250-368-1187.
BUYING, SELLING & TRADING FIREARMS: BEST PRICES PAID. Call Wally, 250-231-3721.
BUYING/SELLING ALL CLASSES OF FIREARMS: Collections, estates, personal, memorabilia & amnesty guns. Call Lynn, 250-355-0096.
WEATHERBY VANGAURD 7mm-08 calibre with mounted Tasco world class 3x9x40 scope, 2 boxes reloaded ammunition, part box of Winchester ammo, leather sling and case, $600. 250-358-2644.
Help Wanted
CARPENTER WANTED: To build deck stairs. 250-354-3812.
Mobile Homes For Sale
EVERGREEN TRAILER PARK, SALMO, BC: 12 mobile homes for sale. 250-535-0495.
LOOKING FOR USED MOBILE HOMES: Needing to be moved, 12' or 14' wide by 56'-66', good condition. Phone 250-693-2136.
Free
FREE ADS ARE FREE TO PLACE! Email your ad to info@pennywiseads.com or call 1-800-663-4619!
FREE full sets of compatible ink cartridges for Canon Pixma (C225 & C226). 250-367-7603.
FREE MOVING BOXES: Assorted sizes, 250-367-7735, Fruitvale.
FREE PALLETS: Available at PNW Nelson, 705 Railway St. Please leave pile in orderly manner.
FREE SKIRTED PLASTIC BATHTUB: Right side faucet & drain, 60"x32", will deliver within 15mins of Nelson. 250-777-1252.
FREE VINTAGE ORGAN: With speaker. Looking for a new home, available at Kaslo Senior's Hall. LMDEPAPE@gmail.com
FREE, 2 RUGS: 10'10"x11'9", creamy coloured; 9'5"x10'10", blue. Phone 250-367-7907.
FREE, FIVE ELECTRIC BASEBOARDS: Must take all, 250-367-7504, Montrose.
Business Opportunities
FREE BUSINESS COUNSELLING FOR NEW AND EXISTING BUSINESSES. A Community Futures representative will be in at the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce on Wednesdays, Apr. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Call 250-352-1933 extn#100 for a free appointment. Community Futures offers business loans, business workshops, resource library, Self-Employment Program, 1-on-1 business counselling and the Basin Business Advisors Program! www.futures.bc.ca
FREE BUSINESS COUNSELLING FOR NEW AND EXISTING BUSINESSES. A Community Futures representative will be in at the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce on Wednesdays, Apr. 18 and 25. Come for a free appointment in Nelson on Thursdays, Apr. 19 and 26. Salmo on Tuesday, Apr. 17 and Kaslo on Wednesday, Apr. 18. Call 250-352-1933 extn#100 to book a time. Community Futures also offers business loans, business workshops, resource library, Self-Employment program, 1-on-1 business counselling and the Basin Business Advisors Program! www.futures.bc.ca
GADGETS & MORE, DOWNTOWN TRAIL: 20 years in business, profitable retail outlet, owner retiring. Phone Alex, 250-364-0404.
USA - FRAME SHOP, ALL THE EQUIPMENT: Boxes, benches, matte board, extra storage, more. Call for info. Joe, 208-610-9995.
Recycling
FREE USED ANTIFREEZE: No charge drop-off for scrap steel, cars/trucks etc, most white goods and all non-ferrous goods, tires (w/o rims), batteries. Certified yard. Smokey Creek Salvage, South Slocan. 250-359-7815 or 1-877-376-6539.
Lost & Found
LOST, EARRING: Silver w/blue grey stone, 2" long below hook, lost February on west side, 300 block Baker St. Reward. 250-225-3406.
Firewood
MIXED FIREWOOD: Approx 1.25 cords, dry, U-pick up 250-352-6274, eve.
Antiques
OAK SIDE TABLE: Drawer missing, top 19"x16", height 30", good condition, $75. 250-352-2772.
Obituaries and In Memoriam
OBITUARY AND IN MEMORIAM DISPLAY ADS placed in Pennywise may be viewed by friends and family members worldwide at www.pennywiseads.com/obit Your loved one will also be included in our year-end remembering video of the 'notices of passing' that were published in Pennywise that year. (Please note, this website exposure is a FREE service.)
Music Equipment
PIANO TUNER AVAILABLE: Professional service, quality workmanship, repairs, appraisals. Work guaranteed. Call "Anything Piano", 250-354-8872.
Commercial Rentals
PRIME COMMERCIAL RENTAL SPACE IN NAKUSP: 218 Broadway St, 1600sq.ft. Call West Kootenay Property Rentals Inc. 250-359-5021. info@westkootenayrentals.com
WAREHOUSE AND/OR OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE OR RENT in Genelle. Please call 250-231-2346 for details.
Land
RIVERFRONT HOME SITES: Now available for your new or used mobile home! These rental home sites are in the beautiful Whispering Pines Mobile Home Park in Genelle. Phone 250-693-2136
Shared Accommodation
ROOM FOR RENT, ROSEMONT: Available now, smoking household, crazy about cats, long term tenant only, no WiFi, references, $550/mo. +utilities. 250-352-6961, land line, please leave msg.
Travel
TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS SEATTLE MARINERS: Aug. 3-6, package includes roundtrip bus from Castlegar or Warfield to Seattle, 3 nights accommodation including breakfast, game tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Transportation to and from the games, $975 per person. Call West's Travel at 250-365-7782. BC Reg 23776.
Commercial Real Estate
USA - CONCRETE TILT UP BUILDING: 30,000sq.ft., 31,000sq.ft. concrete building. Would make an excellent location for wine bottling or manufacturing. 25' ceilings, loading docks, 6000sq.ft. office space. Many possibilities, give me a call for a complete package, $1,950,000USD. Kevin Burgess, Windermere K2 Real Estate, 509-750-8097 or email me at kburgess@windermere.com
Greetings
WELCOME SUSAN YURYCHUK! The Kaslo Golf Club would like to welcome Susan as our restaurant manager.
