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Events
DENTAL HYGIENE DAY IS RETURNING TO KASLO! Saturday, March 2, at the Sentinel with Liz-Ann, dental hygiene practitioner. Experience oral health and be empowered to stay healthy. Bookings start at 7:30am. Contact Dustin at 250-505-8159, or Email operations@sentinelbc.ca All proceeds go to the Smile Mission Oral Health Outreach Society.
KASLO CONCERT SOCIETY PRESENTS versatile cellist Josephine van Lier on Friday, March 1, 7:30pm at St. Andrew's United Church. Advance tickets $20 available at Figments. Rush tickets $22 at the door. School age children admitted free when accompanied by an adult patron. 250-353-7600, sjdks@kaslo.org.
AUTHOR BRIAN D'EON READS FROM HIS BOOK - BIG LEDGE: The Triumphs and Tribulations of Robert E. Sproule. This FREE EVENT takes place on Tuesday, Mar. 5 at 6:30pm. Join us at the Kaslo & District Public Library for the first of the 2019 Author Reading Series. Refreshments!
BEAVER VALLEY LIONS BINGO every Wednesday at the Fruitvale Memorial Hall. Early bird 6pm and regular games 7pm.
FOR OUR EARTH: PRAISE HIGH OUR COASTAL HEROES, April 14, 10am-4pm at the Brilliant Cultural Center, Castlegar. Inspirational speakers, live music, prayers for our Earth, silent auction fundraiser for the Coast Protectors, vegetarian potluck featuring Sundance Chief, Reuben George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation; Kat Roivas, Chepewa-Cree Nation; and Romilly Cavanaugh, former Environmental engineer of Trans Mountain Pipeline. By donation, spread word on Facebook, www.facebook.com/events/403795560357523/ To donate to the silent auction, volunteer or for more info, contact 250-608-0773 or nadia@netidea.com
GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUP IN KASLO: For 6 weeks, Thursday afternoons, 1-2:30pm, beginning Feb. 28. When someone you love has died you will experience your own form of mourning that can be full of many different and difficult emotions. No words can take away the pain, but trained facilitators and a supportive group can be companions on your journey. You can learn to adjust to the loss and also regain hope and energy for the future. This group is offered free of charge by the Hospice Society of North Kootenay Lake with thanks to the Victorian Hospital of Kaslo Auxiliary, Columbia Basin Trust and the Sovereign Order of St. John. For exact dates, more information, and to register ahead call Chelsea at Hospice. 250-353-2299.
HERITAGE WEEK CELEBRATION SUNDAY, FEB. 24: Heritage Walking tour starts 1pm at The Langham and visits heritage buildings in lower Kaslo. Heritage displays 1-4pm in 3 locations: The Jury Room upstairs in City Hall building with a trophy collection acknowledging sport and garden winners of the past; The Langham with display of blacksmith tools and more; SS Moyie Visitor Centre with a display of "What is it?", tell us what we have found. Warm up with hot drinks and cookies at The Langham and the Visitor Centre. Kootenay Lake Historical Society and The Langham. 250-353-2563.
iDIDaRide & RUN XC MOUNTAIN BIKE & TRAIL RUNNING EVENT in and around beautiful Kaslo, BC is back Saturday, Aug. 10. Enter the 40km Mt Bike; 20km Mt Bike or Trail Run; or the 8km Mt Bike or Trail Run. If you register for the 40km or either of the 20km events before Apr. 1, you'll get a FREE event T-shirt. Something for the whole family! Book your weekend off now! We'll leave you breathless! Register online at www.iDIDaRide-kaslo.ca
IT'S COLD OUT THERE! And on Feb. 23, Coldest Night of the Year 2019, the PennywiseWalkers team is going to do something about it. Our 8 person team will be walking - together with thousands of Canadians across the country - in this family-friendly walk that raises money to support and serve hungry, homeless, and hurting people and families in our community. Please help, if you can, by visiting this link and making a donation to the PennywiseWalkers. https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=84512...
KASLO BUILDING'S ANNUAL LEGO CONTEST! This year's theme, 'Outer Space and Beyond!' Open to all ages! Drop off your creations between Feb. 18 & 22. Judging results will be announced Feb. 23 at 3pm, please come in to receive your prize. Prizes are for most creative, customer choice and participation. Vote for our customer choice award before 3pm Saturday, Feb. 23. Call us with any questions. Kaslo Building Supplies, 250-353-7628. Have fun!
KASLO SEEDY SUNDAY: Feb. 24, 10am-1pm at 500 4th St, Kaslo Heritage Hall. Find local seeds, bedding plants, soil starting mix, herbal medicines and more. Enjoy snacks and lunch items at our Seedy Cafe. A North Kootenay Lake Community Services event.
KOOTENAY LAKE FAMILY NETWORK FUNDRAISER: Family Movie Night! Join us on Friday, March 1 at 5pm at the Procter Hall. 5:30pm: Short - Room on the Broom; 6:30pm: Feature film - Brave. Concession available including pizza. Like us on Facebook. www.kootenaylakefamilynetwork.weebly.com
LOOKING FOR LANGHAM EVENTS? Check out our display ad in this issue or www.thelangham.ca
LOOKING FOR SOME GREAT FOOD? Check out the West Kootenay Restaurant Guide at www.pennywiseads.com
SEEDY SUNDAY SLOCAN VALLEY SEED EXCHANGE: Sunday, March 3, 11am-2pm, Crescent Valley Hall, $2 Entry Fee. For info call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008.
UPCOMING SHOWS IN NELSON: Feb. 21, DJ Logic + Skrath Bastid; Feb. 23, Coldsmoke Powderfest Afterparty; Mar. 15, Delhi 2 Dublin w/Guests; Mar. 20, Carlos Del Junco & The Blues Mongrels; Mar. 21, Buckman Coe Tonye; Mar. 22, Shakey Graves with Guests, The Capitol Theatre; Mar. 26, Donovan Woods & The Opposition w/Katie Pruitt. Full calendar and info at www.ontheroadmanagement.com
Contractors and Tradespeople
FURNITURE, REFINISHING, MANUFACTURING AND REPAIR: Custom solid fir countertops. Natural, raw, live edge, wood, for country living. Mobile for pick ups or fixed surfaces. Water-based products used whenever possible. Facebook (Lakes country workshop), 250-354-8205.
GARY THE ELECTRICIAN: Serving Kaslo and area, generator installations, remote wireless switches, 37yrs experience, friendly and professional. www.jacertech.com or call, 250-353-8372.
"MY PLUMBER": No job too small. Maintain, service, install, plumbing systems, blocked sewer lines. Call: 250-521-0206, email: myplumber@email.com
*"ALL TYPES" CONSTRUCTION: Framing, kitchens, bathrooms, garages, carports, flooring and much more. 30 years experience. 250-357-2600.
*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.
A&A PAINTING LTD. 32 YRS IN BUSINESS: Professional and best service guaranteed. Booking our Winter interior work! Call now 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.
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 YOU NEED HANDY HOME HELPER: Willing to do any kind of work inside or outside your home. Free estimates. 250-304-7490.
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
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.
ELECTRICAL SERVICES from Ainsworth to Howser by the most experienced team in the area. Call Scarlett's Electric for residential & commercial repair, renovation or new construction, also solar & microhydro. 250-353-2563.
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: Leaky basement remediations, all types retaining walls, decks, patios, porches, pavers, demolition, plumbing, water, sewer, flooring. Equipment & dump-trailer rental. 250-231-4532.
HAL THE PAINTER 20 YEARS IN KASLO & AREA: Making your house/business new again! WCB, free estimates. 250-353-9660.
HANDYMAN FOR HIRE: Renovations, repairs. Call Kevin, 250-505-6004.
HEATCHECK: WETT certified inspections, chimneys, wood stoves, HRVs, duct work. 250-355-2338.
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
JACKMAN CONSTRUCTION: Garage doors, light construction and renos. 250-512-9300 (cell).
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
KNOTTY ROOTS: Custom site finished hardwood flooring specialist, natural products, dust containment system. 250-551-3733.
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).
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POLS CONTRACTING: New construction, renovations, additions, garages, carports, decks, windows, fences, roofing, siding and soffits. Journeyman carpenter, fully insured. Jeff, 250-231-4142.
R.J. EARTHWORKS EXCAVATING AND CONTRACTING: E50 Bobcat, dump trailer. Land development, site prep, land clearing, driveways, boulder walls, retaining walls, basements, septic, underground utilities, fencing, hauling. Fully insured, fast, efficient. Call 250-358-2128, Call/text 250-551-7347, r.j.earthworks@outlook.com
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 or email: brianrenk@shaw.ca
RENOVATIONS BY INSTALLATIONS PLUS: Quality workmanship for over 30yrs, fully insured & licensed. Project management, interior & exterior renovations, custom woodwork, 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
SKILLED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR: Painting, Drywall Repairs, Carpentry. Professional, efficient, meticulous, effective, 12+ years experience. Contact Luis at 250-355-2746 or 250-505-7814.
SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES AVAILABLE: Call Kevin, 250-505-6004.
TILE YOUR WORLD WITH ADONIS TILE: Custom, quality tile/stone installation, over 15yrs experience. www.adonistile.ca, 250-357-2715.
UP TO CODE ELECTRIC: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Bonded, Insured. 250-505-4659.
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.
Firewood
SEASONED FIR/LARCH FIREWOOD: Split, delivered, $300/cord. Free delivery between Nelson and Kaslo. Mike 250-229-2117, 250-793-7671.
DRY FIR FIREWOOD, CUT TO LENGTHS: Split to fit your wood stove, $300/cord. Call Grant, 250-366-4375.
FIR FIREWOOD: Generous loads, deliveries to Nelson and Area. 250-399-4834.
FIRESTARTER/FIREWOOD: Dry, clean cedar kindling cut with vegetable oil, $15/full banana box. Ernst, 250-353-2427.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Dry, split and delivered, $300 a cord. 250-551-3344.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Fir, larch, etc, $250/cord. Delivery. 250-357-9969 or 250-777-3341.
Notices
AGM OF SALMO & AREA SUPPORTIVE HOUSING SOCIETY: Wednesday, March 13, 2pm; Salmo Valley Estates AGM to follow at Salmo Valley Estates, 730 Railway Ave, Salmo.
KASLO & DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY AGM: Wednesday, March 13, 4:30pm at the library (413 4th St). Everyone is invited to our short meeting for updates, elections and refreshments. Membership is requested to vote on 3 changes to the constitution under section 1.3: 1. Amend c- 'At all Board meetings, a quorum of the Board shall be a majority of all its members present in person or via teleconference.' 2. Add to f- 'Decisions made by the Board via email between meetings will be ratified at the next meeting and included in the minutes.' 3. Amend g #6- 'negotiate land or building leases for library purposes' to align with current legislation. The constitution is available to view at the library and online at https://kaslo.bc.libraries.coop ('Policy Manual' button on homepage). Questions? info@kaslo.bclibrary.ca
KASLO RIDING CLUB AGM: Feb. 19, 7pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Please join us if you're interested.
KASLO VHKAS NOTICE OF AGM will be held Monday, Mar. 4, 3pm. Regular meeting to follow. VHCH (hospital) boardroom. Must be a member to vote. New members welcome.
PICK UP A COPY OF THE WEST KOOTENAY GO & DO: Winter edition available now for free anywhere you pick up publications or check out your local visitors centre or chamber of commerce. For advertising rates contact us, info@pennywiseads.com
SUNSHINE BAY RIDING CLUB AGM: March 6, 7pm, 6202 Bryan Rd, (next to Redfish School). Info, 250-777-1599, 250-229-4943.
Lost & Found
LOST SET OF KEYS ON CARABINER in Trail/Warfield area after Feb. 6. Reward offered. Ricki at 250-368-8338.
TRACK DOWN A LOST ITEM or find a rare one in the Pennywise Classifieds.
Merchandise For Sale
MINOLTA CAMERA: Several lenses, case, booklets, camera needs cleaning and lubricating, shutter only opens at half. 250-551-7041.
ARIENS SNOWBLOWER: Model 921027 Deluxe 28, $1100; Champion generator, model 46551, $500. 250-358-2671.
CONVERT YOUR HOME VIDEOS TO DVD & digital formats, $10/tape. Jordan in Castlegar, 250-608-3548.
GRANITE & QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS by The Kitchen Connection. Free estimates. 250-505-3806.
HEAT PUMP/AC: 5T, Digital Honeywell controller, used half year, half price, $3600. 250-304-9976.
HOUSEHOLD STORAGE: Steel shipping containers for sale/rent. 20' & 40' units. Kootenay Containers, Castlegar. 250-365-3014.
KITCHEN CONNECTION... custom designs to fit your home. Showroom appointments. www.kitchencraft.com, 250-505-3806.
NELSON MINI-STORAGE: 1.6kms from City Centre, heated, easy access, 18yrs of friendly, personalized service. 1393 Knox Rd. 250-354-8289, www.nelsonministorage.ca
OLD STAMP ALBUMS: Include Canadian & International stamps, some unmounted, 1920 to recent, best offer. 250-226-7543.
STIHL FS40 GAS TRIMMER, $80. 250-304-2260.
TWO ROCKER RECLINERS, $100/ea; Yamaha complete surround sound system, 5 speakers +sub woofer, $150. Trail, 250-368-8161.
USA - ELIMINATE RATS/MICE GUARANTEED! Buy Harris Baits, Traps, Repellents. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: www.homedepot.com
WHEELCHAIR AND COMMODE: Gently used, $100/ea. 250-693-2328.
Wii U FOR SALE: With a few games, like new, $150obo. 250-505-2921.
WOW! You can now run your colour picture or logo for $5 per area, per week. Email ad and photo to info@pennywiseads.com or text 778-205-0078 or call 1-800-663-4619 for more information.
ZIPLINE WITH BRAKE: 90', includes 2 different seats, holding options, carabiners, cable purchased from KIS, $500obo. 250-505-2921.
Rentals
1BDR APARTMENT, NELSON: Utilities included, ns/np, w/d, above ground, off-street parking, March 15. 250-352-5003.
3BDR +DEN ON ACREAGE: 5min drive from downtown Kaslo, 4WD access in winter, $1200/mo. +utilities. 250-353-2573.
1BDR BASEMENT RENTAL SUITE: Ground level, bright, desirable neighbourhood south Castlegar, all utilities including WiFi, ns/np, $900/mo. Can view Mar. 1, available Mar. 16. 250-365-2783.
1BDR DOWNTOWN HERITAGE RENTAL APT: Central location, heat included, quiet neighbours, $595/mo. 250-231-7368.
1BDR RENTAL APARTMENT IN BALFOUR: Single occupancy, close to bus, $700/mo. utilities included. 250-354-8024.
1BDR RENTAL APARTMENT, DOWNTOWN TRAIL: Brick Heritage, 55+, central location with laundry and storage, $605/mo. 250-231-7368.
1BDR RENTAL APARTMENT, DOWNTOWN TRAIL: No pets, $700/mo. +utilities. Call Carol, 250-364-2775.
1BDR RENTAL APT, ROSSLAND: Ground floor, flat street, updated, close to downtown/bus, 50+, long-term, $595/mo. 250-231-7368.
2BDR FURNISHED RENTAL SUITE, CASTLEGAR: Near college, clean, new, includes utilities, WiFi, ns/np, $750/mo. 250-304-3773.
2BDR GROUND FLOOR RENTAL APT, EAST TRAIL: Overlooking park, flat parking, $655/mo., heat included. 250-231-7368.
4BDR RENTAL TRAILER ON ACREAGE: Between Salmo/Fruitvale, f/s, w/d, wood & electric heat, ns, pet negotiable, references required, $1500/mo. +power. 250-367-0124.
BIG BRIGHT BEAUTIFUL 3BDR RENTAL SUITE IN SUNNY BEASLEY: Exquisite views in the heart of nature with trail and creek, w/d, ns/nd, no dogs, available March 1, $1285/mo. +utilities. https://youtu.be/WVi6h3Xdz1w Phone 250-359-6669.
MODERN RENTAL COTTAGE NEAR WINLAW: Quiet valley views, 2 people max, $1100/mo. 250-226-0034.
KASLO HOUSING SOCIETY Housing Coordinator, a resource for residents of Kaslo & RDCK Area D, offering information regarding concerns and the opportunities related to secure and affordable housing. Office hours: Tuesdays, 1-3pm; Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9am-12pm or by appointment. #23, The Langham, Kaslo, 250-353-8363.
REX HOTEL, CLEAN, NEWLY RENOVATED RENTAL ROOMS: New fridges/TVs, WiFi, ns, shared washrooms. Nightly/weekly/monthly rates. 250-368-6611.
Vans
"A PICTURE TELLS A THOUSAND WORDS": It is SO TRUE! For only a $1.49 picture charge, you can save a LOT OF WORDS! Call us today for more information on how to promote your item most effectively. 1-800-663-4619.
2001 NISSAN ELGRAND: Landed and registered in BC in Jan, 2019; only 33,000km, right hand drive, automatic, 8 seats, working a/c, Twin Sunroofs, lots of other features, $20,000obo. 236-882-1287.
Computers Sales & Service
"ANY SUFFICIENTLY ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY is indistinguishable from magic." Fast, affordable solutions, upgrades & repairs. 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.
Bulletin Board
"HU IS YOUR KEY TO YOUR SECRET WORLDS. Once you learn to use this key, you will find a blending of your inner and outer worlds. You'll find yourself filling with love." From The Sound of Soul by Harold Klemp. Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. www.eckankar-bc.ca; eckankarblog.org/Sound-of-Soul
$5@5PM! Shooters, pints, donairs, burgers, falafels, poutine, after 8pm events. www.royalgrillnelson.com Bookings theroyalonbaker@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, 250-304-7466.
*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.
A SENIORS' PERSONAL ASSISTANT available with car for shopping, appointments & outings. 250-777-1169.
AA MEETING at Balfour Evangelical Church, Balfour. Open group, Fridays, 7pm. Wheelchair accessible. 306-621-1227.
AFFORDABLE & SECURE HOUSEHOLD STORAGE CONTAINERS: 20' & 40' units, for sale or rent. Kootenay Containers, Castlegar. 250-365-3014.
AFFORDABLE ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING: New to the Kootenays, seeking new clients, have over 25 years experience specializing in small businesses and tax preparation. Call 778-459-5068 or 250 961-7258.
AFFORDABLE GOGGLES, GLOVES, HELMETS, snowshoes, cross-country packages, skis, boots, tune-ups, repairs. 510 Hall St. 250-505-5055, www.boomtownsports.com
ALI LOVEDAY OF NELSON, BC: Be advised your goods stored at Silverking Storage Centre will be disposed of in 14 days for nonpayment of fees. 250-825-4199, info@silverkingstorage.ca
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.
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.
AT PACKRAT ANNIE'S you'll find new releases from Beirut, "A Star is Born" soundtrack, 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. Please advise tenants and guests. Directors, 0695941 BC Ltd.
BARNEY ROSS OF NELSON, BC: Be advised your goods stored at Silverking Storage Centre will be disposed of in 14 days for nonpayment of fees. 250-825-4199, info@silverkingstorage.ca
BEEKEEPING GEAR! Boxes, clothing, etc. Kootenay Beekeeping Supplies. 250-365-5454, kootbees@shaw.ca, www.kootenaybeekeeping.com
BOOKKEEPING BY LOUISE: 25yrs bookkeeping experience working in a local accounting office. For more info, 250-352-9858, www.bookkeepingbylouise.com
BOXES OF PAPER TAKING UP TOO MUCH ROOM? PDF them away. Call 250-352-9858.
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 GIFT SHOP: 709 10th St, 250-304-1274. Features new infant's and children's clothing. Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm. TREASURE SHOP: Located at 210-11th Ave, Monday-Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 10am-4pm. Great place to shop for the entire family! Quality used clothing, footwear, housewares, books, craft supplies & much more. 250-365-7317. Check our website for sales & news: 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.
CHEZ SERGE: Open 7 days a week, 11am-8pm for traditional poutine, soft ice cream, fish & chips, etc. Tourtiere & Chicken Pot Pie now available. Orders/pick up, 250-777-4016.
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.
COMING SOON!!! Now Accepting New Patients. Chiropractor, Dr. Shane Macey is joining our team to help us Serve You Better. Head 2 Toe Holistic Health Clinic, 276 Columbia Ave, Castlegar. Call 250-304-8700 or Book Online www.head2toecastlegar.ca
CROSSWORD ADDICTS, FEED YOUR HABIT! Get brand new puzzles emailed straight to you! These ClassiCanadian Crosswords are created fresh each week, for subscribers only. Sign up at www.ClassiCanadianXwords.ca. Barb Olson, 250-551-7441.
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.
DO YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH FOOD? Overeaters Anonymous, Tuesdays, 6:30pm, Tralano Club, Trail. overeatersanon.trail@gmail.com
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.
DRESSES FOR ALL OCCASIONS: Wedding, grad, mother-of-the-bride, special events. All brand new. Call Ely for appointment. 250-365-3219.
ENJOY A VISIT TO KASLO and see all we have to offer here! Remember to visit Figments (Tuesday through Saturday) to find that unique gift for your someone special. 250-353-2566 www.figmentscanada.com
EXPERIENCED DJ AVAILABLE for weddings, etc. Wide range of music. Lisa, 250-226-7927, stomp@netidea.com
FIR & SPF PELLETS AVAILABLE at KASLO BUILDING SUPPLIES: Open Monday-Saturday, 7:30am-5pm; Sundays, 10am-2pm. 250-353-7628, www.kaslobuilding.com
FIREWOOD FOR SALE OR TRADE; Handyman looking for work near Kaslo-Balfour. Call Steve, 604-674-6531.
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
GROW YOUR OWN: Trees Company Garden Supplies; Containers, Lighting, Media, Cannabis Seed, Grow Tents, Nutrients, Organics, Electrical. Mature, knowledgeable staff, serving Kootenay Gardeners for 25 years. Winter hours, Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm; Saturday, 10am-2pm. 250-226-7334, 1-800-661-4461.
HEAL YOUR BROKEN HEART THROUGH ENERGY HEALING: Release grief & blocks in the heart with REIKI Master Shelley Tomelin. Repair. Renew. Restore. 250-777-4342.
IT'S COLD OUT THERE! And on Feb. 23, Coldest Night of the Year 2019, the PennywiseWalkers team is going to do something about it. Our 8 person team will be walking - together with thousands of Canadians across the country - in this family-friendly walk that raises money to support and serve hungry, homeless, and hurting people and families in our community. Please help, if you can, by visiting this link and making a donation to the PennywiseWalkers. https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=84512...
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 a fraud/scam, or if you have already sent funds, don't be embarrassed...you're NOT alone. 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
KASLO AL-ANON: St. Mark's Anglican Church (back door), Thursday, 6pm. For info call Colette, 250-353-2531.
KASLO CITIZEN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS DEADLINE is March 21. Nomination letters can be mailed to Box 329, Kaslo, V0G 1M0, emailed to kaslomaydays@gmail.com or dropped off at Pennywise.
KASLO COMMUNITY GARDEN AGM: Saturday, March 2, 4pm at St. Andrew's Heritage Hall, Kaslo. Memberships $5, all are welcome.
KASLO SATURDAY MARKET: Vendor applications available now. The 2019 season runs Saturdays, from June 8-Sept. 21. For an application email kaslosaturdaymarket@gmail.com
KASLO YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION: Early registration, $40, deadline March 15; regular, $50, before April 26. Registration forms at JVH or mail to PO Box 745, V0G 1M0. For more info, www.facebook.com/kaslosoccer. Volunteers needed, registration waived for volunteers.
KEEPING THE WHEELS OF KASLO TURNING: Kaslo Automotive, 250-353-2645, www.kasloautomotive.ca
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.
LADDER SALE: 20% off step stools, stepladders, extension ladders (20', 24', 28'). Skyway Hardware, Salmo, 250-357-9911. New hours: 9am-5:30pm, Monday-Saturday; 1-5pm, Sunday.
LANG'S SNACK BAR AND DINER at the Balfour Ferry Landing is open again. 778-529-2270 Instagram: @langssnackbaranddiner Facebook: Lang's Snack Bar and Diner, come in for a visit!
LONELY WIDOWER LOOKING FOR a single lady with no ties, for a companion, Trail and area. Anthony, 250-364-1793.
MAGAW MOTORS LTD. IN FRUITVALE: Your full service automotive centre featuring, Fisher plows & sanders, service & sales exclusively in the Kootenays. 250-367-9611.
MARKETING 101: THE MORE PEOPLE YOU TELL, THE MORE YOU SELL! Pennywise can help you tap into the market south of our border and reach thousands of new readers, cost effectively! Simply 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.
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 HOME BUILDING CENTRE HAS HUNTER DOUGLAS CUSTOM BLINDS! Come in and see us for your window covering needs. 101 McDonald Dr. 250-352-1919.
NO CHOICE CUTS FOR MEN has moved to 422 Herridge Lane & Ward, downstairs. 250-777-4246.
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.
PLANNING AN EVENT? Check out www.Paradisevalleylodge.com 2 deluxe vacation rentals on one beautiful property in Winlaw. Private landscaped yard, gardens, lily pond, waterfall, 3 archways, super kitchen, big patio, BBQ. 250-226-7647.
PROFESSIONAL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING by Iona & Drew, Hummingbird Gallery, Nelson, BC. www.hummingbirdgallery.ca, 250-352-6127.
SAMURAI HARDWOOD FLOORING: Residential/Commercial Flooring and Tiling Services, 601D Front St. 250-551-3764.
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.
SENIORS DAY EVERY FRIDAY AT CORNUCOPIA! Seniors save 10%. Front St, Kaslo. 250-353-2594.
SILVERKING STORAGE: Nelson's convenient RV, Boat and Mini Storage with 24 hour access. www.silverkingstorage.ca 250-825-4199.
SLOCAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Marilyn James and Taress Alexis present their new book, NOT EXTINCT: Keeping the Sinixt Way, Sunday, March 3, at 1pm. Need Info? Call 250-355-0006.
SLOCAN VALLEY COMMUNITY LEGACY SOCIETY: 2019 grants now available! Visit our website at www.slocanvalleylegacy.com to download the guidelines and application form. Grants up to $3000 per group, deadline March 15, 2019.
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.
SUDOKU SOLUTIONS CAN NOW BE FOUND on our Free for Free page on the website. Visit: www.pennywiseads.com/section/free
THE DOCTOR IS BACK. Snowblower service specials on now! Mowers/riders, trimmers, generators, chainsaws. Al, 250-365-0005.
THE KASLO COMMUNITY CARES NETWORK is building on their great success with the Community Christmas Meal and are now planning "A Pig Roast in the Park", on Friday, June 21. Hold this date! More info to come.
THE TREEHOUSE RESTAURANT in Kaslo serves Good, Homestyle cooking made mainly on site. Want Breakfast? Our all-day breakfast has been a customer favourite for years. Enjoy our food in our fully licensed restaurant or order for take out and enjoy at home. 250-353-2955, www.treehouse.com
TO LIL WHO PHONED about my FREE egg cartons. Would you please phone me back? 250-368-5797.
USA - BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR! We edit, print and distribute your work internationally. We do the work... you reap the rewards! Call for a FREE Author's Submission Kit. 1-866-951-7214.
VALHALLA SPORTHORSE & THERAPEUTIC RIDING offering English, Western, EAGALA & therapeutic riding lessons. dianekinrade@gmail.com, 250-354-9074.
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), email: videolab@tmtv.net
VINCE DEVITO SHOES 40% OFF SALE! Winter boots and last season's New Balance shoes. 411 Hall St, Nelson. 250-352-6261, Toll Free 1-800-337-1622, www.vincedevito.ca
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.
WINLAW BREW OP: Finest U-Brew in the valley. Visit our website, www.winlawbrewop.com or call Jim & Patty to place your order. 250-226-7328.
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.
FIREARMS: Call John Urquhart in confidence anytime. I will come to your home. 250-367-7540.
OLD BEER/POP SIGNS, wooden/metal crates, old gas/service station items, old bikes, old Coke/pop machines. 250-231-9397.
WANTED: Cedar poles. Bell Lumber & Pole, Rossland. Contact Sean Fredrickson, 250-521-3031, sean.fredrickson@blpole.com
Gardening and Landscaping
*AAATREEWORKSNELSON.COM BY WYLEE WORKS INC: Serving the West Kootenay since 2005. Professional Tree Care and Wildfire Protection. WCB Certified Fallers and ITA Arborists. WorkSafe & Commercially Insured. Large Residential Removals, Selective Harvesting and Wildlife/Hazardous Tree Assessments. 15" Tree Chipper, Stump Grinder, 14' Dumper Trailer and 4x4 John Deere Loader w/12,000lb Winch. Free estimates. Wylee Charbonneau, 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 24yrs experience. 250-304-3774. Jim@glaciertree.com
BOOK NOW... PRUNING, EDGING, Spraying fruit trees, for March 1-April 15. Martin, 250-304-4675 leave msg.
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.
MEDICAL/RECREATIONAL CANNABIS SEEDS: Local West Kootenay Mom/Pop Organic Breeders Association. Offering affordable Outdoor/Indoor Seeds www.outlawseeds.online
OUT ON A LIMB TREE SERVICE: 10+ years experience climbing and falling, insured, competitive rates. Call Matt at 250-777-1181.
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
A SENIORS' PERSONAL ASSISTANT available with car for shopping, appointments & outings. 250-777-1169.
ACUPUNCTURE, HERBAL TREATMENTS AND TUINA MASSAGE, $30-40: TCM Student Clinic, senior discounts, 402 Baker St, Monday-Friday. Book online at https://kootenaycolumbiacollege.janeapp.com or call 250-354-1995.
CHINESE MEDICINE DOCTOR WITH 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE: Xianyi Hu, DTCM. Insurance receipts provided, senior discounts, 402 Baker St, Monday-Saturday. Book online at https://kootenaycolumbiacollege.janeapp.com or call 250-354-1995.
DEEPLY RELAXING MASSAGE on BioMat: Affordable, with 22yrs experience, Nelson, $65/hr, $85/1.5hr, carola.wayoflife@gmail.com, www.wayoflifematters.com Carola, 250-777-2204.
DI'S ESTHETICS IN THE VALLEY: Lash extensions, $90; facials, waxing, tinting, pedicures & more. 250-226-7318.
FOOT CARE NURSE, NELSON AND SURROUNDING AREAS: Visit www.nelsonfootcare.ca or call 250-352-9767 for more info.
MASSAGE TREATMENTS, $35-40: RMT Student Clinic, 781 Baker St, Tuesday-Friday. Book online at https://kootenaycolumbiacollege.janeapp.com or call 250-354-1995.
NEUROFEEDBACK NELSON: 507 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
NEW RMT IN TOWN, THE ESSENTIAL BODY: Direct billing, online booking, debit, Visa or Mastercard. Call 250-362-7238, www.essentialbody.ca
RED CLOVER DENTAL: Committed to providing you with the best in oral health care! #201 - 402 Baker St, Nelson. 250-352-5012.
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY: Joli Guthrie RMT, MSP available. By appointment. Kaslo, 250-353-7605.
TO FIND SOME OF THE BEST HEALTH PRACTITIONERS in the West Kootenay check out the Health Support Directory at www.pennywiseads.com/section/health-and-personal-care
Real Estate
1/2 DUPLEX, FRUITVALE: Built in 1998, totally updated. High efficiency gas furnace, newer gas hot water tank, gas fireplace, ss appliances, upstairs kitchen, summer kitchen in basement w/solid maple cabinets, 2bdr up, 1 den down, 2030sq.ft. finished, roof only a few years old, no strata fees, $249,500. 250-368-5060.
6BDR, 3BATH HOUSE, CASTLEGAR BC: Beautiful split level, recently renovated, located in highly desired neighbourhood, 1921 Connors Rd, Woodland Park, short walking distance to most amenities, $378,900. More details at: www.kijiji.ca/h-nelson/1700226 This GREAT PROPERTY won't last long. Call, text or email today to book a viewing! Email: enriquesant39@gmail.com, 250-513-3159.
NEED HELP FINDING A HOME in the West Kootenay? Then you need the Realtor Directory at www.pennywiseads.com/section/real-estate
PICK UP A COPY OF THE WEST KOOTENAY GO & DO: Winter edition available now for free anywhere you pick up publications or check out your local visitors centre or chamber of commerce. For advertising rates contact us, info@pennywiseads.com
Boats and Watercraft
18' DEEP HULL MALIBU HARDTOP: I/B 3.7L MerCruiser®, 8hp Yamaha, clean, must see, $6900obo. Call 250-551-1818.
HIGH-TIDE CANVASES: Get your canvas boat tops, plastic windows or vinyl boats seats repaired for boat season. Call Tracy, 250-226-7169.
Automotive
1991 CHEVROLET CAVALIER: V6, 150,000kms; 1984 Chev 4x4, V6, with canopy, 144,000kms. 250-352-2514.
BALFOUR AUTOBODY & MECHANICAL: Your local ICBC accredited valet shop. 7699 Hwy 3A, Balfour. 250-229-5788.
CANADA'S BEST SELLING VEHICLE BRAND - FORD! Check out Nelson Ford, 623 Railway St, Nelson. 250-352-7202, www.nelsonfordsales.com
WOW! You can now run your colour picture or logo for $5 per area, per week. Email ad and photo to info@pennywiseads.com or text 778-205-0078 or call 1-800-663-4619 for more information.
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.
NELSON CHRYSLER: Check out our inventory at www.nelsonchrysler.ca or see us at 803 Baker Street!
TURN BATTERIES INTO CASH NOW BY RECYCLING! Auto, truck, RV, motorcycle, 6V, 12V, 24V, up to $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, CAR OR SUV: In good condition, between $1-5000; wanted camper van up to $8000. 250-512-1940.
Cars
1998 SUBARU OUTBACK: Winters & summers on rims, 230,000kms, needs some work, $1000. 250-231-6827.
2000 PONTIAC SUNFIRE SEDAN: 200,000km, 2 sets of tires with rims, $1000obo. 250-551-1525.
Shared Accommodation
1BDR IN KASLO HOME: Smoking allowed, np, references and dd required, $500/mo. includes utilities. 250-353-8712.
DAILY VISITS TO www.pennywiseads.com have tripled with live loads. Site changes daily. Check us out often.
Service
1T CUBE VAN & DRIVER FOR HIRE: Moving, garage, yard cleanup, pick up, delivery. 250-359-5967.
A HANDY HUSBAND: Renos, repairs, maintenance, interior painting, custom trim & finishing. 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 TYPE REMOVAL SERVICES: From that old outbuilding or garage demo to yard waste. If you want it gone, call 250-364-8835.
BEAVER'S SEPTIC TANK CLEANING SERVICE: Serving the Kootenays. Goes the distance! 250-354-3508 (cell) or 250-357-9724.
BLEWETT HANDYMAN SERVICES: Reliable, friendly service, providing repairs, light construction, interior finishing and more. Please call, 778-650-9737.
BLG SNOW REMOVAL: Professional, reliable, insured. Plow Trucks, Snow Blowers, Shovelling, Ice Melter, Sanders. 250-352-7447, www.betterlawnandgarden.com
VALHALLA SEPTIC SERVICES LTD. For all your septic pumping needs, 778-454-2221.
CLEANING GENIES: Professional Clean Team. You've tried the rest, now call the best! Fully insured, WorkSafeBC. All employees on payroll Call Marilyn, 250-505-8346 or 250-399-6606. www.cleaninggenie.ca
CUSTOM LOGGING/SELECT HARVEST SPECIALIST: Layout to the mill... we do it all. Integrative conscientious practices, friendly reliable honest service, 60yrs experience in logging, trucking, wildfire/forestry and arboriculture. Licensed, bonded. Call Steve, 250-354-8929 or Caleb, 250-354-7736.
DO YOU NEED A HELPING HAND! Home cleaning services professional with 4 years experience. Honest, reliable & flexible are the hallmark of my work ethic. Caring, compassionate & experience with elders. You will find that I concentrate on what is important to you. Castlegar area. Call 306-690-8535 or email, sherryr843@gmail.com
EXPERIENCED HOUSECLEANER AVAILABLE: Nelson/Balfour/Ainsworth area, references available. Please call 250-505-2704.
GARBAGE CAN DAN JUNK REMOVAL: Full estate clean-outs, household, campers, trailers, motorhomes, commercial, construction waste, furniture, agricultural waste, appliances, garage clean-outs. Anything you need gone quick! "Cleaning up the Kootenays." 250-226-7569.
GREEN CLEAN HOUSE CLEANING HAS SOME OPENINGS: Reliable, efficient, references available. 250-354-3392.
HANDYMAN FOR HIRE: For the projects around the house. Reasonable rates. 250-304-9960.
HARTECH AUTO: Provincial inspections, exhaust, brakes, lawnmowers, sharpening scissors and things! All certified, guaranteed, insured. Rides available. 250-353-2800, Kaslo.
HOUSE CLEANING PROFESSIONAL: Reliable, honest and CLEAN! $25/hour. Text or call, 250-505-2668.
HOUSECLEANING SERVICES AVAILABLE: In Castlegar area. Reliable, affordable. 250-304-7490.
KERRY'S STITCHERY: 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 WASTE SERVICES: Commercial/residential garbage & recycling pickup, roll off bins. Serving Castlegar, Nelson, Slocan Valley, Kaslo to Meadow Creek, and everywhere in between. See the full service map or sign up on our website at www.kootenaywaste.com
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
REPAIR, REPLACE, RENOVATE HANDYMAN: 30yrs construction trades experience. Hardware to complete interiors, exteriors, decks, etc. Get that project finished! 778-460-1524.
REPLACE ZIPPERS, hems, repairs, alterations. No upholstery or drapery. Cash only. Call Marg, 250-365-3943.
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.
SNOWPLOWING, BACKHOE SERVICE, EXCAVATING, LANDSCAPING: 4WD John Deere. 250-353-7401.
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 - all 64,000 of them! Call Pennywise today at 1-800-663-4619 and let us help you grow your business.
THE SCOOTER DOC: Used scooter repair & sales. Acorn Stairlifts, installs and service. 250-304-4584.
TRIXIE'S CLEANING & JUNK REMOVAL serving Castlegar & area. Move ins, move outs, weekly, biweekly, on call. Call me, 250-365-9313. www.trixiecleaners.ca
Animals & Animal Care
2 HORSE BELLY GUARD TURNOUT BLANKETS: Brand new, all-weather, waterproof, breathable, 72" & 76", $95/ea. 250-777-3225.
A NICE FAMILY ATMOSPHERE for your small dog at Willacres Dog Boarding, Fruitvale. Joan, 250-367-7706.
ALL BREED DOG AND CAT GROOMING: Available in downtown Trail at Barks and Recreation. Book online, www.bnrbc.ca/grooming/ or call, 250-521-2275.
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
CANINE PSYCHOLOGY CENTER: Dog boarding, consulting, personal & group training, daycare, workshops. 250-367-0124.
CERTIFIED DOG BEHAVIOUR CONSULTANT AND TRAINER: Group puppy and obedience classes in Trail; private lessons in Castlegar, Nelson, Trail & area. Barks and Recreation, www.bnrbc.ca. 250-521-2275.
DOG BOARDING: Dogs love it at Spirit of the North Kennels, Salmo. 250-357-9390, almagaw@telus.net
DOG GROOMING: All breeds, Nail Trims, special needs OK. A Hairy Situation, 250-551-5501.
FEBRUARY IS PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH: Once again Kootenay Critters in Castlegar is offering anesthetic-free teeth cleaning for an incredible price, starting at $75. Talk to Angie, our certified hygienist if you have any questions about this or any of our pet care services. 250-365-7370.
NELSON DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES begin March 9. Start anytime in Crescent Valley. K9 NoseWork, Recall, Tricks, Behaviour. Jeanne Shaw, CDBC, www.love2play.ca, 250-359-6650.
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.
PUREBRED BRITTANY SPANIEL PUPPIES: Great family pets. Smart, friendly, and love kids. Pictures available, $1200 includes up-to-date shots. 250-357-9309, greyhorse1950@gmail.com
SIMPLY PAWS-ITIVE DOG TRAINING: Obedience/agility classes. Private consultations for obedience/behaviour problems. www.simplypawsitive.ca, Linda Murray, 250-367-7211.
USA - BROWN & WHITE PITTIE: A year old, handsome, funny, healthy young lad who loves everyone! Likes hiking, car rides, going to get coffee, chasing a ball & belly rubs! Currently in training & doing great learning some new skills! Good with other dogs & older kids, cats not so much! He has excellent house manners, is neutered, fully vaccinated & microchipped. Learn more about Rogue & see pictures at www.TheFurryFarmRescue.org or email ffr@thefurryfarmrescue.org 208-755-0879.
Auctions
2 LOCKERS AT 12-MILE STORAGE: Find them at www.bid13.com by viewing their map.
SELL IT! Classifieds, the easy, effective way to attract buyers for all kinds of items quickly and conveniently! 1-800-663-4619.
RVs and Campers
2004 TRAVELAIRE GENESIS 5TH WHEEL TRAILER: Unit Canadian made, approx 30', in VERY GOOD condition. Currently in Christina Lake RV park. Year round fees $2500 (no GST). Oak cupboards & floors, propane stove, fridge, microwave, a/c, Shaw Direct satellite TV, camp fire pit, queen couch hide-a-bed, new queen mattress in master bdr. Roof is tight no leaks or mold. Was $80,000 in 2004, current FMV $18,000. Occupied by adults, photos available. 250-304-9419.
BEEP BEEP GOES THE JEEP! And away it goes! Place your ad today to sell your vehicle – call 1-800-663-4619.
Trucks
2006 DODGE RAM 3500 SLT 4X4: Diesel, 6spd manual, exhaust brake, shortbox, 8 tires, new batteries, $15,000. 250-608-3017.
NEED A TRUCK? JOIN THE CARSHARE! Have a truck to sell? We are looking to increase our fleet, sell us your truck and still have access to it! We will pay for the unexpected costs, you pay for what you use. Win win! Contact us, info@carsharecoop.ca or 250-352-2033.
SUVs
2017 HONDA CR-V XL: 27,700kms, remainder warranty included, 2.4L turbo, acid free, $26,500obo. 250-364-1785.
NEED A NEW CAR, TRUCK OR SUV? Check out our Automotive section.
Sporting Goods
22 HENRY GOLDEN BOY RIFLE: Great shape, $550; 17HMR Savage 93R17 BVSS c/w Nikon Prostaff 4-12x40 BDC and spare 10rd clip, in excellent condition, $700 or $450 without scope; 22 single 10 revolver, stainless steel with custom fit western holster, in excellent condition, $800. Mike, 250-209-0100.
BACKPACK, OSPREY VIVA 65L, $200; Sierra Designs Clip Flashlight 2 backpacking tent $200. Emma 250-977-5075, etoilelevante@gmail.com
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.
Education & Classes
ADULT POTTERY: Starting March 21, Thursday OR Friday, 6-9pm, $199/6 classes. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
CANADIAN HISTORY AT ITS BEST; Socials 11 at Kaslo Selkirk College. Free or small fee.
CORE (CONSERVATION & OUTDOOR RECREATION EDUCATION) CERTIFICATE: Saturday & Sunday, March 16-17, 9am-5pm, Crescent Valley Hall, $145. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
KASLO SELKIRK COLLEGE for Academics, Computers and more. Free or small fee. Drop in anytime.
PAINT IT NATURAL CLAY: Tuesday, April 9, 6-8pm, Slocan Park Hall, $29. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
PAL (POSSESSION & ACQUISITION LICENCE): Non-Restricted, Saturday & Sunday, March 9-10, 9am-5pm, Crescent Valley Hall, $110; Restricted, Sunday, March 10, 12-5pm, $70. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
POTTERY KIDS: Starting March 18, Fridays, 3-4:30pm OR Mondays, 3:30-5pm, $135/6 classes. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
RED CROSS BABYSITTING: Friday, March 8, 9am-4pm, Passmore Hall, 11+ yrs, $52. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
SELKIRK COLLEGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION & workplace training. www.selkirk.ca/ce 1-866-301-6601 for information.
SUCCULENTS, INDOOR PLANTS & HANGERS: Tuesday, March 12, 6-8pm, Slocan Park Hall, $29. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Chemistry, physics, mathematics. MSc, BSc, BEd, certified teacher. 604-328-1034, chriskrowan@gmail.com
WILDERNESS FIRST AID: April 12-14; Friday, 6-9pm; Saturday/Sunday, 8:30am-5:30pm, Crescent Valley Hall, $240. For info or to register call Slocan Valley Recreation, 250-226-0008 or register online at www.rdck.ca
ZUMBA CLASSES AT BINDU STUDIO IN WINLAW: Thursdays, 6pm and Saturdays, 9:30am. For more information call Des, 250-226-6975.
Parts, Accessories and Services
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS: Contact us, we are at your service. Borderline Transmission, 250-368-3231, 1-877-368-3231, 2865B Highway Dr, Trail.
MAGELLAN GPS FOR VEHICLES: RoadMate model 1440, new condition, w/accessories and carrying kit, $45. 778-463-0246.
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.
Livestock
CERTIFIED BAREFOOT TRIMMER with 15 years experience, horses, donkeys, minis and hay testing. Janine, 250-551-6125.
FOR SALE GRASS HAY: 1st cut, no rain, barn stored. Squares, $6/bale; rounds, 8-900lbs, $45/bale. 250-366-4381.
HUME JOURNEYMAN FARRIER: BWFA certified, custom, corrective, barefoot, hot & cold shoeing. Performance & Pleasure Horses. Contact 250-509-4138.
NZ PACKAGE BEES: Taking orders until end of Feb. Delivery mid to late April. Dave Johnson, 250-229-4765.
PREMIUM HORSE HAY: Second cut alfalfa and straw. Large bales, no minimum, free financing & instant delivery, West Kootenay residents only. No critter goes hungry this winter. Wayne Savinkoff, 250-226-BEEF.
Travel
READ THE PENNYWISE online or in print while enjoying your morning coffee. Find a bargain, check out the events section or simply read it to relax.
ST. LAWRENCE RIVER CRUISE & MORE: Aug. 30 to Sept. 10, 2019, Fabulous Itinerary! Limited Space Available. Book today to avoid disappointment. Call Totem Travel 250-364-1254 or toll free 1-866-364-1254. BC REG 235-4.
Lessons & Workshops
BUSINESS CLASSIFIED ADS! Did you know that you can put your classified ad on auto renewal? We can keep running your ad until you let us know to stop. 1-800-663-4619, Pennywise.
PLAY WITH LIFE: A book study group with meditation, movement and more! 6 transformational evenings starting Feb. 25 (introductory evening) at The Jam Factory, Nelson. Join Divine Openings Certified Guide, Catherine DiPietro in a fun group setting, exploring ways to end emotional/mental struggling and suffering. Immerse yourself in the pleasures of Divine Openings and awaken the Divine Intelligence within that naturally lights up your life! For more info: www.healinginthefield.com Catherine, 250-253-4035.
Employment Opportunities
DENTAL OFFICE IN CASTLEGAR is looking for a permanent full-time (4 days per week) Certified Dental Assistant and a part-time Hygienist. Please send resume to drannestarr@telus.net
DYNAMIC IS HIRING LABOURERS AND OPERATORS in the Trail, Castlegar and Nelson areas. Must have a cell phone, valid Driver's Licence and reliable transportation. Please email resume with references and a Driver's Abstract to dynamic.timtaylor@gmail.com
HIRING HEAVY HAUL LOWBED DRIVER: Wages based on experience, $35-$45 plus benefit package. Send resume and Driver's Abstract to 75 Old Mill Rd, Castlegar, BC V1N 4T7, info@delltransport.com, fax 250-304-2298.
SPARROW BEAUTY CO. IS NOW HIRING Hairstylists and an Esthetician! Email resume, sparrowlash@gmail.com
Furniture & Appliances
DINING TABLE: Oval, solid heavy wood, w/5 chairs (6th needs fixing), 2 leaves, matching china cabinet hutch, $200/all. 250-304-9976.
DRESSERS & NIGHT TABLES: Bed, frame, headboard, coffee & end table, lamps, computer desk, filing cabinet, TV trays w/stand, China, porcelain dolls, walker & cane. Call 778-738-1115.
Free
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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, Feb. 20 & 27. Come for a free appointment in Nelson on Thursdays, Feb. 21 & 28. Salmo on Tuesday, Feb. 19 and Kaslo on Wednesday, Feb. 20. Call 250-352-1933, Ext.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: Profitable retail outlet that sells a large variety of merchandise. 21 years in business, lease expiring in 2019. Owner retiring. Phone Alex, 250-364-0404.
HOME-BASED BUSINESS FOR SALE: Small, local, successful, organic health products. www.businesssellcanada.com/83214011.htm
USA - AVON: Earn Extra $$. Sell online or in person from home or work. Free website included. No inventory required. For more info, call 855-812-5674.
Music Equipment
GUITAR REPAIR: Have a fretted instrument that has seen better days? Whether it needs new strings or a serious structural repair, I can get your instrument back in top shape so you can get back to enjoying it! Contact Justin at justinarndt@outlook.com or 250-354-4539.
PIANO TUNER AVAILABLE: Professional service, quality workmanship, repairs, appraisals. Work guaranteed. Call "Anything Piano", 250-354-8872.
WORKING AROUND THE CLOCK... that's classified advertising: 1-800-663-4619, www.pennywiseads.com
Building Supplies
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.
Commercial Rentals
IT HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER TO PLACE YOUR PENNYWISE CLASSIFIED ADS!! Call TOLL FREE 1-800-663-4619 by 3pm Thursday, use your Visa or Mastercard. Just one call does it all!!
KASLO COMMERCIAL RENTAL: Prime location, approx 800sq.ft., $675/mo. 250-353-2130 or 250-353-1400.
Personals
KAMA SUTRA STYLE FULL BODY MASSAGE: Discreet, nonjudgmental mature lady, private home in-calls. Text/call 250-304-7376.
MISSED THE DEADLINE? No problem. You can have your classified ad 'Live Loaded' within a half hour of receiving the ad in our Kaslo office Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm. It doesn't get better than that.
Rentals Wanted
MATURE WOMAN & CAT looking for quiet 2bdr home, long term, references available, $800-850/mo. +utilities. busyhands2@hotmail.ca, 250-229-5459.
SEEKING LONG-TERM APARTMENT IN ROSSLAND: Single bdr, can move in March 1. I have a full-time job, willing to sign a lease and can provide references. Please contact me, 778-633-0096.
Help Wanted
NEED SOMEONE TO FEED LUNCH to young blind man, Monday-Friday, Poplar Ridge Pavilion, Trail. 250-368-3390.
WE'RE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY for all your advertising needs. Big or small, we have it all! Pennywise ads get results! Toll free, 1-800-663-4619 or 250-353-2602 in Kaslo.
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. We'll also include your loved one in our year-end remembering video of the 'notices of passing' that were published that year. (Please note, this website exposure is a FREE service.)
Farmers Market
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!
USA - EAGLE CREEK WINERY TASTING ROOM IN LEAVENWORTH: World-Class Wines, grown locally in WA state. Visit the Eagle Creek Winery Tasting Room in Downtown Leavenworth, open year-round! 617 Front St, Leavenworth, WA. Ask about the Eagle Creek Wine Club, the perfect gift for any wine lover, shipped twice yearly! Order online www.EagleCreekWinery.com or call 509-548-7059.
Heavy and Farm Equipment
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 - WANTED, LOGGING, CONSTRUCTION & MINING EQUIPMENT: In good operating condition. Dozers, backhoes, excavators, skidders, etc. Tim, 509-951-3156. Spokane.
Land
USA - ARIZONA SUNSHINE: 2 acre lot with power, $7995USD. Low down, easy terms, under the warm Arizona sky. 928-753-7125.
WHERE DO YOU GO when you want to know who's buying or selling? The Pennywise. 1-800-663-4619.
