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H♥metown Businesses Meet your friends and neighbours, who are also your hometown service providers. Holding Electric Mirrors Up to Performance Art MagicBox Productions .DVOR%&[email protected] Owners: Kyra Soko & Mel Bryce Interestingly enough, Kyra and Mel met just when each of them was looking for some way to have fun and to play more in Kaslo. And if that turned out to be a way to help them make a living in the area... well that would be good too. Now their form of play involves the pointing of many microphones and cameras at performers, capturing it all into computers, where the real fun for them truly begins. Kyra has spent the last WKLUW\ ¿YH \HDUV UHFRUGLQJ DQG producing music and sound for everyone from solo pop artists to live opera to sound tracks IRU ¿OP DQG YLGHR SURGXFWLRQV She was trained as a recording engineer when the medium was magnetic tape, not a thumb drive on a key chain. Mel however, doesn’t know from tape and carries at least two thumb drives on her at all times. What she does know from is amazing computer based image manipulation. Still and video images captured and layered together then projected to produce stunning visual feasts. A visual artist that can “see” EH\RQGZKDWLV¿UVWDSSDUHQW The idea struck Kyra that they should team up and put on performances of all kinds in and around Kaslo. After all what most musical performances lack is a great visual show. It can also be said that great sound makes all the difference to the performer’s and to the audience’s experience. From left to right: Melanie, Kill Bill, Manic, Kyra, MagicBox Race Team 6RLWVHHPHGOLNHDQDWXUDO¿W What they didn’t plan on was a fast and furious friendship that FDUULHG WKHP WKURXJK WKHLU ¿UVW Kootenay One Fest this year. While Kyra was recording and mixing sound for the main stage, 0HOZDV¿OOLQJXS6'FDUGVZLWK video and still images. What they do plan on is hosting a performance once a month on a Saturday night. MagicBox will bring in a combination of performers, drawing on the abundant local talent here in the Kootenays and the wonderful folks passing through our area on their way to bigger places such as Vancouver or Calgary. MagicBox has agreed to put on all sorts of performances and HYHQ GR PXOWLPHGLD ZRUNVKRSV However, if Kyra gets her way, a good many of the shows will be very danceable. Kyra Soko & Mel Bryce Kaslo Manor Lodge 105 Washington Street North • 250-353-2999 [email protected] • www.kaslomanorlodge.com Welcoming visitors with family style hospitality and offering guests pure comfort in a rustic and charming setting Owners Marie-Josée Dufresne and Ernst Garthe with their family on the steps of the Lodge Welcome to the historic Kaslo Manor Lodge! When we first saw this decrepit old house in 2005, we knew it needed to be saved. It has such an interesting history – it was originally built as the home of George T. Kane, one of Kaslo’s founders, and for a while was the residence of Francis Caldwell, a well known entrepreneur. After cleaning many decades worth of stuff out of the building, we have completely restored it. Our family lives in one side and we rent out three units on the other side: two bachelor suites and a penthouse suite that can accommodate a family of six. We have been in business since 2008. It is a great family operation, with the kids helping to entertain our guests. We have met all sorts of interesting people, who like to know about the history of the lodge as well as the area. We offer special deals for locals and their families. Pets and kids are welcome here. Living in Kaslo is a real treat! It’s a great place for kids to grow up, surrounded by spectacular scenery on the shores of a beautiful lake. We are also Park Facility Operators for Kootenay Lake Provincial Parks, the Lost Ledge and Davis Creek sites. We love the outdoors and the recreation that is possible here. Of course, many of the young families in our neighbourhood feel the same way, so there is a great sense of community spirit. Kaslo Hometown Businesses MJ Dufresne and Ernst Garthe Oct 9, 2012 Section B 1 H♥metown Businesses Celebrating Kaslo & Area Business Making Sure Everyone Has Something To Smile About! 409 Cross, Kaslo [email protected] Owner: Holly Stamer Holly grew up in Vancouver. She completed her first degree in Cell Biology and her second degree in Dentistry at UBC. After graduating, when she was practising dentistry in Whitehorse, a colleague called her and told her about a position in Nelson. Holly had been to the Kootenays many years before and was excited to make the move south. She moved to the Kootenays to raise her son and enjoy life the way it is meant to be lived – surrounded by beautiful scenery and wonderful people. Holly loves working in a smaller town where you can develop real relationships with patients, so in March of 2012 she took over the Kaslo practice from Dr. Don Hunt. Life is busy running a dental practice and being a single mom to son Benjamin, who is 22 months old, but Holly is still hoping to hike to the Kokanee Glacier sometime soon. Ronda Tate from Kaslo, Holly Stamer from Vancouver, Shelley Dobie from Muskoka, Ontario, Jessica Chapman from Creston There are a lot of new things at the Kaslo Dental Clinic, besides a fresh new look. There is now a Dental Hygienist on staff (Shelley), and the office is open until 7 pm two nights a week (Tuesday and Wednesday) to make it more convenient for working adults. And of course, since Holly loves kids, it’s a child friendly place too; a true family practice. Dr. Holly Stamer Virgo Enterprises Kaslo and Area’s Local Plumber Sean Burns-Graham • 250-353-3237 My name is Gaelen Emery Burns-Graham but people call me Sean. I am proud to say that I was born and raised in Kaslo. Even though I have always lived here, the scenery and Kaslo’s atmosphere and serenity is something I continue to enjoy. The small town feeling, and the fact I know where most of my customers live without having to ask makes my job even better. It gives me great pleasure to spend most of my earnings in town and I enjoy both supporting and being supported by such a great community. Besides having the support of the community for work, Kaslo is such a great place to raise a family. Even though I’m a dad with just one little youngster, I have been able to include my family in my business. My son, Kavan helps me almost every night to organize my tools and materials. At 20 months of age he knows more about my tools “and where they are” than me sometimes. In 2009 I took over services from Jim Van Horne, and this winter I plan to get solar hot water certification, deep well and radiant heat design certification. Recently I purchased a cube truck which allows me to help more customers per day. 2 B Section Oct 9, 2012 Sean Burns-Graham, proud to say that he was born and raised in Kaslo. I offer all kinds of plumbing services – maintenance, retrofits, replacement and installation. I installed a bidet seat not long ago. I couldn’t get the bidet to turn on so I knelt down and put my elbow on the seat. I was going to turn the water off, but when I lent against the seat the water suddenly came on and sprayed me directly between the eyes. I couldn’t help but laugh, along with the customer beside me. I learned directly from experience that bidets operate from pressure on the seat. One lesson that will stay with me forever, I believe if a job’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right. I keep my wits and my sense of humour. I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty. For the most part I’m an optimist and people appreciate that during “sh__y times”! Kaslo Hometown Businesses Sean Burns-Graham H♥metown Businesses Meet your friends and neighbours, who are also your hometown service providers. Design On The Go Acquires Tourist Maps Business 250-353-2049, Kaslo [email protected] www.designonthego.com Owners: Manon Gagnon and Andy LeCouffe Oh my, I’ve worked in commercial graphic design for 21 years! Andy and I formed Design On The Go in 2004. We settled in Kaslo in 2008 after a ten month North American road trip. BIG NEWS: Design On The Go is the new owner of the West Kootenay, Nelson and Castlegar Tourist Maps business. This is a really nice fit for me. It complements my design workload and the time I devote to my other cooperative venture, The Live Art Shop on Front Street in Kaslo. I’m humbled by the confidence expressed by previous owner, Barbara Brown of Raven Creations, when she announced to her clients that she was selling her map business to me: “Manon is an experienced graphic designer; very knowledgeable in print production; and she is a lovely woman who has won me over. It was important to me to find a good fit for my clients and I feel confident that Manon will be a pleasure for you to do business with.” Barbara Brown (left) & Manon Gagnon (right) I understand just how important tourism is to this community and region. The tourist maps are key tools for small businesses to connect with travellers. I look forward to working with area businesses and to getting them “on the map”. I like that I can set my own schedule, leaving freedom to organize family time and other interests like curling, running, pottery and, with help from Andy and Emma (my 9 year old), enjoying another new venture: vegetable gardening. The weeds were winning, but now it seems the zucchini and squash might take over the world! Manon Gagnon Live Art Shop All Local Art 444 Front Street, Kaslo • 250-353-2141 www.theliveartshop.com Owners: Manon Gagnon & Heather Gates What originally started out in July 2010 as a tiny space on 4th Street in Kaslo has become home to the artwork of many local artists and a tourist favourite. Manon Gagnon and Eliza Fry had the idea of the open studio concept and instantly other artists were intrigued and were inquiring if the studio could carry their work as well. Last February the ladies moved the shop from 4th Street to its current location at the top of Front Street and the shop just keeps growing! A crew of volunteers – the artists, their friends and family members – all pulled together to get the building ready for its new purpose. As Eliza found herself needing more time to focus on her art projects and to prepare for an upcoming show at the Penticton Art Gallery, Heather Gates stepped in to take over her part of running the studio. Heather is a fabric artist specializing in quilting and dress making. Heather’s daughter, Zoe also likes to pull her sleeves up and help out; she will man the shop, stamp bags and even take after her mom and do some sewing! Eliza Fry, Heather Gates and Manon Gagnon The ladies behind the Live Art Shop love what they do every day because Kaslo is so supportive and scenic, and there are lots of people interested in art. One of their members, sculptor Stewart Steinhauer, has provided a wonderful piece of public art for Kaslo. The beautifully carved granite bears sculpture just outside on the sidewalk is for sale, but everyone gets to enjoy it while it is here in town. Stop in and have a look at the great variety of works that are produced by artists living in Kaslo and surrounding areas. You may see Manon throwing or trimming mugs or bowls on the potter’s wheel, or you can chat with Heather while she finishes a garment. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Kaslo Hometown Businesses Oct 9, 2012 Section B 3 H♥metown Businesses Celebrating Kaslo & Area Business LEEDE FINANCIAL MARKETS INC. 706 Jackson Street, Upper Kaslo 250-353-7372 Rick Hewat, Certified Financial Planner [email protected] Working and Living in Kaslo I was born and raised here and my family roots in the Kaslo area date back to 1916. As a young adult, I moved away to experience the world. During my time away I gained the knowledge and experience that allowed me to return to my hometown with my family in 2005. My wife, Heather and my daughters Tasha and Ellie are involved in the community via the school and volunteering. It is great to operate a business in Kaslo and to be part of the fabric of the community as a whole. Kaslo is a great place to live and raise children in! I have 25 years experience in the investment industry, 18 years as a Certified Financial Planner. I joined Leede Financial in 2003. We have offices in Vancouver, Victoria, Kamloops, Calgary and Kaslo. Financial Planners Standards Council I offer investment advice and financial planning services that suit the individual. My customers have commented that they enjoy my personalized service – no cold office towers here! I visit clients in their homes and learn about their lives. I look forward to many years of serving my clients and building my business in the Kaslo area. Mountains, lakes, great people…I get to operate a business and live in Kaslo! How could it get any better? Rick Hewat …And The Local Family 404 Front St., Kaslo • 250-353-9667 • [email protected] Owners: Hana Culen & Slava Estok Contemplating our fruitful years as the full colours of the gorgeous harvest season unfurl all around us, the answer to the question “What sets Sunnyside Naturals apart?” is obvious and easy. We just look at the ingredients in our homemade juices, smoothies, shakes and teas. We just peek under the lid and think of the sources of what’s cooking in Hana’s freshly made daily soup. Or glance over the boxes of fresh produce, the bread, pitas, homemade wraps, bars, cookies and small chocolates on our counter. Our consistent effort to provide the retail representation for organic local gardeners and small cottage industries is evident in a decisive amount of our stock, giving a wonderful picture of who we live with in our lovely mountainous community. 4 B Section Oct 9, 2012 So, who is it that you came to like and know so much better since their work has become a steady feature on your table Delanie, Hana, Pauli, Peter, Slava over these twelve-some years with us? Annik’s or Claude’s tender The overall health and prosperity of greens? Rachel and Kate’s veggies, Bent and Jense’s produce, Ralph’s raspberries? our community, strengthening local Vince’s famous carrots and potatoes, connections, promoting first of all Dawna’s or Betty’s goodies, Silvio’s products of local workers – these are bread, Nathalie’s sunny Okanagan the cherished guidelines of Sunnyside. They flow spontaneously into a deep fruits?..... Too long of a list! involvement with cultural and artistic Our natural supplement section is as events around us. Another direct result complete as it can be, with the best products of our priority number one – steadily from that realm. But the optimal way increasing Local Sustainability in every they work and can make a real difference aspect of community life. in your health shows most markedly if you understand that they indeed SUPPLEMENT wholesome nutrition. Hana, Slava & Peter Kaslo Hometown Businesses H♥metown Businesses Meet your friends and neighbours, who are also your hometown service providers. The Treehouse The True Meaning Of “Family Owned And Operated” 419 Front St., Kaslo 250-353-2955 Owners: Ronnie Martin and Pauline Carlson In 1988 Ronnie Martin and Sandy Scott first opened the doors to the Treehouse Restaurant on Front Street in Kaslo. In 2005, employee Pauline Carlson decided that she liked the company so much she bought Sandy’s share. Since then, Ronnie and Pauline have created a restaurant that has stood the test of time. Over the years the Treehouse has been staffed by three generations of family: Pauline’s four kids and Ronnie’s son have all waited tables and been prep cooks. Even Pauline’s elderly Mom has served customers. Pauline’s husband brought in his supreme dessert cook talents and Ronnie’s husband does any renovating and maintenance that needs doing. The two owners feel very lucky that every day they get to wake up and come to work at the Treehouse. “It provides us with creative options and fulfills a social need at the same time. The Treehouse, a family run business. We thrive on the positive feedback we receive from our the Treehouse has employed a vast number customers.” Both Ronnie and Pauline are thankful of both young and old residents, and have to be earning a living in Kaslo. The provided a first job experience to many, community has lots of honest people – a complete with laughs. After being in business for so many staff member recently left a wallet on her car top for over 30 minutes. It was found years, the Treehouse Restaurant has a there and returned to her with every dollar unique dictionary of special Treehouse in it. Convenience, help with child-rearing, terms. And if you peek in the staff no line-ups, its beauty and the friendliness bathroom, you will see snapshots pinned up all over the walls, including one of of its people make Kaslo so unique. In today’s volatile market the ladies Ronnie and Pauline riding the Buzz Lightfeel very proud to have been here for their Year ride at Disneyland. customers for nearly 25 years. Since 1988 Ronnie and Pauline Kaslo Community Pharmacy The Right Rx for Kaslo 403 Front Street, Kaslo • 250-353-2224 Owner: Ward Taylor This past August, Kaslo’s local pharmacy went under the new management of Ward Taylor, who acquired the business from James and Shirley Morris. This is the first of many changes for the pharmacy, as Ward plans to develop a community-oriented pharmacy that focusses on patient care and is supportive of local organizations and programs for youth, families and seniors. Ward also wants to revitalize the store with new merchandise and welcomes suggestions from residents. The first time Ward came to the area it was to visit his brother, who lives in Creston. It was then that he knew he would eventually make the Kootenays his home. “As a local pharmacist, I worked in dozens of communities but none with the charm of Kaslo. Kaslo has friendly people, a beautiful lake and mountains. And believe it or not, I think you have mild winters – or at least they are compared to Regina where I grew up, and stayed to obtained my Pharmacy degree from the University of Saskatchewan.” Sheryl, Ward, Maribel and June Purchasing the pharmacy felt like the right move. Recently, Ward’s parents made the trip to Kaslo to help their son with the launching of the new venture, and Maribel, Sheryl and June all help to keep the pharmacy running smoothly as it evolves. As the new owner and pharmacist, Ward is present in the store most of the time and so has the opportunity to meet and to get to know his customers personally. He recognizes that the close relationships that are possible in a small town will make it easier for him to do what he hopes: to help people in Kaslo and the surrounding area optimize their health and well being. Kaslo Hometown Businesses Ward Taylor Oct 9, 2012 Section B 5 H♥metown Businesses Celebrating Kaslo & Area Business Wing Creek Resort Experience a Natural Paradise 9114 Highway 31, 5 minutes north of Kaslo 250-353-2475 • www.wingcreekresort.com Wing Creek Resort, just 5 minutes north of Kaslo on Highway 31, attracts hundreds of happy guests from all over the world every year. Owners, Kevin and Debra left city life and their corporate jobs in 2003 to make a fresh start here – after selling everything and hitting the road in a motorhome for 15 months looking for the ideal business opportunity in a small, friendly and welcoming community. Kevin and Debra have worked hard to create Wing Creek Resort, an award-winning, eco-friendly adult vacation destination for honeymooners and couples who want to experience a quintessential Canadian mountain village and connect with nature. The resort features five cozy one-bedroom cottages, the Falling Water Spa, a gift shop showcasing the work of local artists, a retreat centre for arts and yoga retreats, multiple hiking trails, flower gardens, an orchard, forest, and a mountain stream cascading down to the beautiful, private beach. The spectacular views of the Purcell Mountains and Kootenay Lake create an Debra and Kevin of Wing Creek Resort inspirational setting for guests. Kevin and Debra provide highly personalized service to ensure each guest experiences a perfect vacation. They have now teamed up with locals Dwight & Debbie Smith and Jeff & Monica Davie to expand the resort into a LEED-certified residential community featuring the world-class timber frame homes of Hamill Creek Timber Homes in an idyllic setting. The team is proud to be designing Wing Creek as a legacy project for Kaslo and area. The show home employed some 60+ locals and the team looks forward to continuing to provide local employment as the project grows. Come out and have a look for yourself! Debra and Kevin Flare Salon A New Flare 311 4th Street, Kaslo • 250-353-1145 Owner: Vanessa Carlson In the 15 years since she graduated from Selkirk College, Vanessa Carlson has been hairdressing on and off while raising her two daughters, Kelsey and Julia. With the girls growing older and becoming more self-sufficient, Vanessa decided that now was the time to seize the opportunity and take over Flare Salon in Kaslo. “My husband, Clint, supports all my endeavours and Kelsey and Julia are interested in helping out when the salon is open,” Vanessa explains. Vanessa’s whole family was born and raised in Kaslo – she couldn’t feel better about owning and operating a business in her home town knowing that she has the ongoing support of her family and friends. Hairdressing didn’t always come easy for Vanessa. The very first time she cut hair she was about ten years old and she was cutting her brother’s hair. The haircut went well, looked pretty good, but his ear didn’t fare so well. Needless to say, she has come a long way since that first hair cut – ears are now much safer. 6 B Section Oct 9, 2012 Vanessa and nephew Kachis She plans to continue her education to stay current with trends and to get the qualifications necessary to offer waxing and gel nails. More distant plans include laser hair removal. For Vanessa, what she loves about her chosen field are its creative side and that it’s a very sociable job. She also appreciates the flexibility of the working hours, which leaves her time for family and personal interests. What she loves about living in Kaslo is family, her friends and the fact that she can go hiking, running, or cycling right out her front door. Kaslo Hometown Businesses H♥metown Businesses Meet your friends and neighbours, who are also your hometown service providers. Landmark Bakery Coffee, Tea And Comfort Foods! 416 Front Street • 250-353-2250 In October 1995 I moved to Kaslo from Vancouver with my family for the lifestyle of raising children in a small community. Fred and Lianne Rudolph were selling their bakery and it fit the desire I had to participate as an integral part of this beautiful village. I had never worked in a bakery, and over the last 17 years Fred and Lianne have been very supportive in helping me learn the trade. Although completely unfamiliar with baking, I was not unfamiliar with Kaslo. My family roots here go back to around 1912, when my great-grandparents, Adam and Mary Ann Link, moved to Mirror Lake and my great-grandfather Frank Abey moved his family to Kaslo where he became the town druggist (pharmacist). My grandmother Marion (Link) Abbey finished her schooling at the Mirror Lake school; her sister Olive was the Mirror Lake postmistress in the 1950s. On the trivia side, my grandmother’s brother, Norman Link, married one of the Kane daughters, and these relatives visit Kaslo every two years. It really is a pleasure to run a business in the centre of Front Street, and I’m continually learning new information about my relatives, and the area. One of my favourite stories is one of my Robert and Bettyann father’s. One summer, back in the late ’40s his job was to lead a blind horse who was pulling a mining cart from one of the mines. Because I live in these same mountains, that story feels all the more real to me. The lifestyle in Kaslo is rich with opportunities. As a family we have volunteered and benefited from the time many volunteers have put into year round sports programs, a school where the teachers care, and a general ability to get out on the lake, up to the Kokanee Glacier, or to take a few hours to explore Fletcher Falls. These last 17 years of getting up very early in Kaslo seem to have just blown by and now this place really feels like my home town. Robert Abbey Balfour Autobody and Glass • 250-229-5788 Kootenay Lake Automotive • 250-229-5799 7699 Hwy 3A, Balfour Owner: Mike Poetsch My name is Mike Poetsch and I am the owner of Balfour Autobody and Glass and Kootenay Lake Automotive. I have lived in Balfour for over 40 years so my roots are deep in this community. When I was little, my father Horst was always working on one car or another just to keep the family moving from place to place. I am sure that is where I learned the satisfaction of driving a “fine” automobile. We had a few real gems! I always liked the final step in the rebuilding process: the painting! To see a car whose paint you have helped to restore … there’s nothing like that feeling. My brothers, dad and I built numerous models complete with custom paint. I started working at a local autobody shop when I was about 17. Of course, I was hooked and my life plan was set. Mike Eight years ago I started my businesses from the ground up – eagerly watching the excavation of the land and the construction of the shop. The last step was hiring my amazing staff. Here I am 30 years later, the owner of two thriving automotive shops in my home town. I am married to, quite possibly, the perfect woman and have three of the greatest kids around. I live in an area teeming with outdoor adventure and small town culture. I love it here – life is good! Kaslo Hometown Businesses Mike Poetsch Oct 9, 2012 Section B 7 H♥metown Businesses Celebrating Kaslo & Area Business Hal the Painter Paint Your Wagon & Everything Else! 250-353-9660 Owner: Jeff Coulter If you could just pick up and move somewhere, where would you go? About 16 years ago in Toronto that exact choice was presented to Jeff Coulter. So he loaded a one way rental truck and drove to the coast and stored his possessions. Now was the time to look for a new “home”; so he went off on a visit to see a friend in a small town. After waking up on a Saturday morning and standing, coffee in hand, overlooking Kaslo Bay and the Purcell mountains, he realized that he’d found that home – Kaslo. He said “The high rises (mountains) here sure beat the high rises in Toronto!” Jeff had been a painter in Toronto, so in Kaslo he hung out his shingle “Hal the Painter.” Why Hal? There were only six Jeffs in town already, and some were painters too (there are at least eight Jeffs now). So, he abbreviated his middle name Halifax to Hal, and problem solved. Hal the Painter enjoys what he does, making inside and outside, residential and commercial, new again with colour to Jeff “Hal” Coulter brighten everyone’s life. From Howser to Woodbury he has (happy) repeat customers. His motto? Do it right the first time! Jeff enjoys reading, music (blues), R & R and travel by road (you get to see it all). And putting his dream house on paper and then – to build it in Kaslo – it is home! PS: Don’t step into a full paint tray, especially in front of the customer! Procerus Making The Small Extraordinary! 250-353-8915 [email protected] • [email protected] Procerus.ca Find us on Facebook and Twitter! Steve and Asia Hoffart became full-time Kaslo residents in 2010 after falling in love with the unique character and breathtaking natural beauty of the area. Along with them they brought two Bachelor of Business Administration degrees and several marketing awards from international business competitions. Their consulting firm, Procerus, offers a number of business solutions geared toward small and medium sized organizations, including website design, social media training, marketing material design and print, email marketing, and more. They strive to find dynamic and cost effective ways to provide your business with the tools for marketing success. Steve and Asia are privileged to work with some of Kaslo and Area’s businesses and organizations, their work together is very rewarding and they look forward to many more years working and living in Kaslo. Procerus is a Latin word that means tall. The story behind the name is available at Procerus.ca and is definitely worth the read. 8 B Section Oct 9, 2012 Asia and Steve In addition to their work with Procerus, Steve and Asia both sit on the board for the Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce; Steve was honoured to be elected as the Chamber President this year. Asia also sits on the board for the Kootenay Lake Historical Society and volunteers as the Assistant Race Director each year for SufferFest. They are very proud members of the community and look forward to helping build a stronger Kaslo now and for the future. They encourage questions and hope to have an opportunity to work with many of Kaslo and Area’s wonderful businesses, organizations, and people. Kaslo Hometown Businesses
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