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RDEK holds hearing on medical marijuana farming ERIN KNUTSON Special to the Valley Echo A controversial public hearing was held at the Windermere Community Hall on Monday, September 29th to discuss the important issue of the option to legally grow medical marijuana in the valley. The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors recently authorized public hearings for amendments to Official Community Plans or land use bylaws and zoning bylaws in RDEK Electoral Areas A, B, C, F and G. The suggested amendments cite new federal regulations for the commercial production of medical marijuana. A total of four proposed bylaw amendments will essentially give a green light already given by the federal government on the growing of marijuana for medicinal purposes in ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

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Tourism Radium and Radium chamber merge DAN WALTON @invermerevalleyecho.com

The Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Radium are now one, combining forces to focus more of their resources on promoting the valley and their members. Tourism Radium will be dissolved at the end of 2014, but the village will still be marketed with its name. “It’s mostly for efficiencies of accounting and insurance,” said president Doug McIntosh. “We’re going to continue with the brand Tourism Radium Hot Springs – it’s a great brand, we’re just doing this for internal purposes.”

The chamber will continue operating under a revised constitution which will be ratified next month, he said. Each board had seven members, but with a duplication of membership, there will be little difference. “It’s very much the same as it’s always been, we’ll just be revisiting some of the verbiage,” said McIntosh. The new board will be making a splash later this month when they release the Radium and area tourism video. Filming took place in 2013, and post-production was completed earlier in 2014. “We’re very proud of it – we haven’t done anything like this in quite a while,” said administrator Kara Cassidy. The video spans more thfan eight minutes, and will

debut at the chamber’s annual general meeting on Tuesday, October 14th. The chamber expects to have it linked to their Facebook page the following day, and will be mentioned in online conversation with the hashtag #radium. “Radium is the primary focus of the video, but it features everything within village,” she said. “We have footage from Invermere, Lake Windermere, Toby Creek Adventure, Panorama, para gliders, mountain bikers, and hikers on Swansea, Luxor Creek Corals, Spur Valley, and of course the springs.” Ms. Cassidy said that the content will be free for any people or group to use, and is especially useful to screen at trade shows

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Deadline looms for municipal candidates seeking office DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com

Municipal elections take place around the province on Saturday, November 15th, and those thinking about a run for mayor or council have only until this Friday, October 10th to file for candidacy. Some tweaks have been made to democracy since the last election, with the most impactful being the extension of terms from three years to four. But as always, Invermere, Canal Flats, and Radium Hot Springs will all elect one mayor and four councillors. In order to run for council, candidates must be at least 18-years-old, a Canadian resident, a B.C. resident for at least six months prior to the election, and not disqualified for previous election tampering.

Those looking to throw their name in the ring can receive a thick information package from their respective municipal quarters. There are six forms which must be filled out, seven circumstantial forms which don’t apply to every candidate, and one optional form. They must be filled out and submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday. Candidates lacking faith in the voting or counting process can appoint scrutineers to keep a watch over each polling station. Campaign spending is highly monitored, and each candidate will need a financial agent (candidates can be their own financial agent though). Disclosure statements will now require more comprehensive information. Due to changes implemented since the last election, anonymous campaign donations must now be capped at $49.99. Financial agents must otherwise send the money

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Teen recovers DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com

As he continues his recovery in good spirits, Jake Wilcox, who’s in Grade 10 at David Thompson Secondary School, is now riding his bike and able to play non-contact sports after his August 2013 dirt biking accident. Jake missed his first semester of Grade 9 while recovering at Alberta Children’s Hospital. But he began his homework before even returning back home, and managed to work hard enough to catch up and join his peers in Grade 10. “He appreciates every minute of being alive now,” said his mom Jenn Shaw. “It’s difficult for him to find something else to do, he loved dirt biking and hockey,” she said. “So he’s kind of procrastinating at that.” But his keen interest in the outdoors has Jenn suspecting he’ll like hunting and camping. The accident caused Jake injuries in both of his frontal lobes, and both of his orbital bones were broken, along with his eye sockets, both cheek bones, his nose, upper jaw, lower jaw, his right shoulder blade, left elbow, right hand, as well as two fractures in his pelvis, in both femurs, and shattering his right knee.

and a detailed record of how it came into their possession to Elections BC, before the money is transferred to the province. Stiffer penalties have been imposed to discipline those caught out of compliance. Candidates can be jailed for up to a year and fined $5,000 for campaigning near a voting facility on election day. A two-year prison penalty and $10,000 ticket can be imposed upon those caught buying votes or intimidating voters. Residents in every municipality can expect an opportunity to vote in an advanced poll which will be announced after candidate nominations close on this coming Friday, October 10th. To find out more about Invermere’s 2014 municipal election, contact chief election officer Kindry Luyendyk at 250-342-9281.

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Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater The Regional District of East Kootenay will be doing its annual water system flushing between now and the end of October. Users in Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater may notice temporary water discolouration for a short period of time. If there is any discolouration of water, please run your cold water taps until the water is clear. For more information on the flushing program, contact: Joel Bilodeau RDEK Senior Operator jbilodeau@rdek.bc.ca 1-250-342-0063

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School board chair steps down

DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com Campfire lovers looking for a little outdoor warmth or those wishing to do small scale controlled burns can bring on the heat again as the risk for wildfires has dwindled. “Effective at [11 a.m.] on Friday, September 26, open fires will be permitted within the Southeast Fire Centre due to a decreased risk of wildfires,” reads a Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations press release. Fires can be up to two metres in height and three metres in width, but no more than two piles at once may be burned, and you can’t burn grass of an area larger than 0.2 hectares. And for those burning leisurely, it’s again allowed to take a flame to fireworks, sky lanterns and burning barrels. The prohibition area has been mapped online at bit.ly/1uswVhK.

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In fractioning together School District No. 6’s nine-person board, three school trustees will be elected in the valley next month, and the man currently holding the seat in Invermere – Jim Jenkinson – will not be seeking re-election. “I have been very proud of my service over three terms (nine years) and would recommend trusteeship to anyone who has an interest in public education and especially student achievement,” Mr. Jenkinson said. “The experience has been personally very rewarding.” As always, the election to decide the province’s school board trustees will be held on Saturday, November 15th, scheduled in tandem with the fall municipal elections. In keeping both elections synchronized, B.C. school board candidates will now commit to four year terms instead of three. One trustee will be elected from Area F, one from Area G, and another from Invermere. Those three officials will join three others from the Kimberley district, as well as three trustees from Golden. The nine will combine to make decisions for School District No. 6. As a former teacher, Mr. Jenkinson said that he originally became involved in the school board after jobs in the school system dried up due to declining enrollment. “I still wanted to be involved in education but there were

no jobs available here in the valley.” With two children in public school while he was employed at Panorama Mountain Village, Mr. Jenkinson said that the board offered him an opportunity to continue his involvement in public education. For the past two years, he served as the board’s chair. As his youngest daughter readies to graduate high school, Mr. Jenkinson said that it’s time for new leadership. “It’s not to say trustees need to have kids in school, but personally I felt that’s what made me relevant,” he said. “Many kidless trustees in the province do a great job.” Mr. Jenkinson said that School District No. 6 is in great financial shape, and has achieved student standards at or above provincial standards – a record that was improved during his time as a trustee. “I would welcome any calls from interested people who want to know more about the role of trustees,” he said. Candidates have until Friday, October 10th at 4 p.m. to register as a candidate. Candidates do not have to live in the region they are running. Those interested in running can learn more by contacting the regional chief electoral officer Kindry Luyendyk at 250342-9281. “As I say good-bye, I would also really like to thank the staff in our local school communities for the exceptional work that they do everyday to help our students succeed,” said Jenkinson.

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Young woman wins hearts by taking a walk to help cure diabetes erin knutson Special to the Valley Echo

sues that can arise from complications from low levels of insulin. Low levels of insulin have resulted in unconscious states and fainting spells Teagan has no recollection of. She talks openly and warmly of her supportive family and Teagan Van Mulligen was like any ordinary girl, until the age of nine, her sister Kally, who have been there solidly through those tough episodes. “When I wake up in the morning... if I feel low I will test right in bed — if it’s when a shocking diagnosis changed her life forever. The young Windermere Elementary School student was whisked away to the Calgary Children’s Hos- a school day, I will get dressed and do my hair and I’ll come into the kitchen, test, and eat,” she said. pital when her father Chris noticed a draPart of her routine involves an onsite matic change in his daughter’s appearance pump that insulin is injected into. and physical condition. “It’s a little needle as well as a plastic “Physically, she had lost a lot of weight” tube — the tube stays in and the neehe said. dle part comes out, so there’s no metal Slated for a much-deserved trip to Disin you, just the plastic part. I have to neyland with her grandparent’s, the bright change it every three days, because and dauntless young girl had to forego a you can’t do it in the same spot every fun-filled week for tests, doctors, and a ditime and so you have to relocate it,” agnosis that would have rattled any adult. she said. Teagan was officially diagnosed with Type Hitting a nerve can be painful and 1 Diabetes. scary if it occurs during the process of “I remember all of it — it wasn’t scary inserting the pump. that’s not the right word, but it’s not like “One time I hit a blood vessel reit was nothing,” she said of her ordeal. Afally big and the blood started coming ter Teagan’s mom (Jean Potter) explained through the tubing — so I just took it the challenges of the potentially life-threatout,” she said. ening condition to her and the changes in A trip to the hospital is the result lifestyle that it would entail, Teagan braveshould an episode occur at school and ly dug her feet in and moved forward full the necessity of a glucagon kit (the force with a new perspective and a positive equivalent of an epi pen for diabetics) goal — to become an activist and to raise but, for the most part Teagan has been awareness about the disease. without incident as she gracefully navi“My mom had to explain what I had to gates her condition. do — I was obviously scared, but I knew I “It’s not great, but it’s manageable — couldn’t change it,” said Teagan. the only thing that really sucks is that a With that powerful affirmation, Teagan decided to become a champion for finding Teagan Van Mulligen lives with Type 1 Diabetes and, a week ana a lot of people think that I can’t eat sugar, a cure through research by raising $1,000 half ago, raised more than $1,000 to help find a cure for the condition, dur- sometimes I’ll be at school and people with her father Chris in the Telus Walk To ing the Telus Walk to Cure Diabetes in Cranbrook. Photo submitted will think I can’t have it,” she said, adding increasing awareness and educaCure Diabetes. The inspiring duo, along with friends, family and supporters joined other campaigners in a mass fun- tion about Type 1 Diabetes is a big deal to her and her family. Given her diligent and heroic efforts in dealing with her condition, Teagan draising effort to elicit funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is proving that good can come out of the most trying situations. (JDRF) in Cranbrook on Sunday, September, 28th. “She is a walking math equation,” said her father Chris, elaborating that Along with key supporters Corey Martin (friend), Kally Van Mulligen (sister) and her loving mom and dad, Teagan not only secured their quota of doing all the checks and balances is part of negotiating the tricky waters of funding, but raised an astounding total of more than $31,000 for Juvenile Type 1 Diabetes and his young activist/philanthropist and soon-to-be entrepreneur is managing with swagger and flying colours. Diabetes research through the day’s collaborative efforts. “I’m going to sell things at the Invermere market, and all the money I make “I think it would be cool if they created an artificial pancreas,” she said. Research is of utmost importance to the mature beyond-her-years activist. I’m going to give to research — I’d like to raise $5,000 or more,” said Teagan, “They are trying to come up with continuous glucose monitors,” she said, speaking on the the details of her ‘All things in a jar,’ business idea, in which adding such a method would automatically check and alter insulin levels as she plans to jar and then sell everything from cakes to salads. “I want to say thanks to anybody who helped — just everybody and I’d esneeded in the body. Teagan’s medical knowledge of her condition is impressive, as she care- pecially like to thank my dad because he raised a lot of the money through fully explained dealing with seizures and walking into fireplaces absently, “I work and friends,” she said. Donations from friends, colleagues, the community and Chris’ generous hockey team The Inside Edge, all contributed walked into the fireplace, but it wasn’t burning.” The humorous and matter fact way of dealing with the quirks inherent in to the cause and Teagan’s $1,000 dollar pledge was realized in three days. “I’m just hoping that it helps,” said Teagan, of her fundraising efforts. her condition is apparent in how she communicates the uncomfortable is-

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steve hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com Teagan Van Mulligen is an example the whole valley can learn from. This remarkable young Windermere Elementary School student recently raised more than $1,000 during the Telus Walk to Cure Diabetes in Cranbrook. Such a strong effort to bring in money for a good cause (all funds raised at the event go to trying to help find a cure for diabetes) should alone grab your attention, but Teagan’s story (see page 5 for Erin Knutson’s full page feature on Teagan) becomes even more inspiring when you learn she is so passionate about the cause because she has Type

1 Diabetes. Circumstances threw Teagan a big curveball at a young age and she clearly has the fortitude to not only catch such curveballs with grace, but to turn around and throw them right back full force. To be able to negotiate what Teagan’s Dad calls the ‘math equation’ — all the checks and balances of having diabetes with the aplomb Teagan does is quite something, and she does so with maturity far beyond her years. It takes considerable poise for a person to receive something as trying as a diabetes diagnosis and come out the other side brimming with enough drive and energy to drum up more than $1,000 in just three

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short days. Teagan’s family and friends were a key part of her funding raising efforts and deserve praise too. But the best part of the story? From the sounds of it, Teagan is just getting started. She already has plans to set up an ‘All Things In A Jar’ business (which would sell just about anything edible — such as cakes, other baked goods, salads and more — in jars) at the Invermere market and donate all the money she earns toward diabetes research. The valley is lucky to have such a motivated student here and no doubt she will only continue to inspire others with her charitable efforts.

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Getting my feet wet - an evening river paddle

Beneath the surfaceDespite keep water cool, and provide Beneath the URFACE the beautiful scene above, I a breeding place to a diversity was captivated by the whirlof living creatures. Indeed the ing world beneath me. Under homing instinct that attracts Kothe looking glass of the river’s kanee to this area is the same surface, lightning red fish were that brings great blue herons, moving all about in a frenzy, painted turtles, leopard frogs uncertain about the long, slow or bull trout, whose unvarying moving shadow I cast along return represents a healthy, inEGAN their watery enclaves. I’m not tact and functioning riparian sure which of us was more ecosystem. mystified. Only my second As described by Environment time on a stand-up paddle, I wavered precar- Canada, wetlands are more than wet land: iously to bend lower over the spectacle, al- “Not land or water, but a fluid combination lowing balance to become an afterthought. of both, wetlands are among the most productive habitats on Earth. Wetlands are all The homing instinct built on a simple foundation: water becomes Kokanee salmon start and end their life trapped, either through poor drainage, pericycle here, in the shelter of the creeks and odic flooding or by coastal barriers such as streams that feed the Columbia River Wet- sandbars, and a wetland — that unique mix lands, within which Lake Windermere swells. of land and water — is born.” Lush underwater grasslands filter sediment, Ours is a riverine wetland, distinct in that

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marshes and ponds are formed in the bends of the river, forming an almost contiguous wetland. Among other benefits, wetlands perform the function of maintaining equilibrium in the water table, either soaking it up or letting it go.This works to help prevent flooding and replenish groundwater resources. Dense vegetation of trees and shrubs such as dogwood, alder and cottonwood along the embankments of the river help to bind the soil and prevent erosion. Submerged aquatic plants such as arrowhead combine to perform the role of the liver for the waterbody, filtering toxins and sediment. It’s no wonder that there is a growing consensus that wetlands are worth protecting. Changing tides in wetlands protection In Canada, we hold 25 per cent of the world’s wetlands and 20 per cent of the world’s freshwater. See A14

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Thanksgiving is all HOW TO BRINE From CRATCH RATCH about being grateful… A TURKEY and a fabulous feast For so many of us, Brining a turkey enhances the Thanksgiving is about flavour of this meat. Not really getting out of town, benecessary with an organic bird ing surrounded with but a less noble bird will benefamily and friends fit with a 24-hour brine.275g salt while cooking up a Dissolve the salt in 15 litres ARA storm. of water. Put the turkey into a C Yes, it’s stressful for clean, stainless steel saucepan, some, relaxing for othplastic bucket, bin or cooler ers. At the end of the day, it’s all about Cover with the brine and a lid for 24 the food but remember to make a silent hours. If you want to speed up the pro‘thank you’ for all the abundant food we cess, double the salt and brine the bird have on our lives. (I like to extend this for 10 hours. thought to being grateful for the many things that make up my life.) DRAIN, DRY, STUFF & ROAST. The obvious choice for the weekend Remember that your turkey is the highis turkey. You can have it all weekend if light of this meal.You do not want to over you want to by purchasing a larger one or under cook it. than you need for your feast and carry it through the rest of your meals…cranTIPS TO ROASTING THE berry, stuffing and turkey sandwiches, PERFECT TURKEY turkey salad, a pot pie. I never get tired 15 minutes per pound,plus an additional of this — one day I will write that book 15 minutes ‘101 ways to Eat Your Leftover Turkey! Brush with melted butters and season One thing we all crave is more time. with salt and pepper Here is my tip to save you some time Cover loosely with greaseproof paper looking over that turkey in the oven and then roast – brine it! Not only does it make your When the turkey is done, the juices turkey taste better, it allows you to play should run clear outside, go to the spa or just simply reTo test,prick the thickest base of the thigh lax. You’re welcome! and examine juices. See A14

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Yet, large swaths of wetlands have been drained or developed, having been falsely perceived as wastelands with little use to be reaped in their preservation.Today, tides are changing in policy as scientists continue to uncover more about the exceptional role that wetlands play in maintaining ecosystem health. The benefits wetlands provide to humans, wildlife and the environment are being protected by regulations that recognize their international importance. The Columbia River Wetlands were granted the designation of a Wildlife Management Area in 1996,the guiding principle being that all activity occurring in this area must have a neutral or positive effect on wildlife, fish and plant communities. Other provinces have developed similar policies.In Prince Edward Island,provincial policy includes the goal of no net loss of wetlands or wetland function. In Ontario, local governments are required to prevent development from harming the hydrologic functions of wetlands. The city of Calgary has adopted a Wetland Conservation Plan, through which local governments can require the public dedication of gullies, ravines, swamps and floodplains in the construction of a subdivision. Respect for our natural infrastructure Sustainable community planning is increasingly founded on a principle of respect for the natural environment as ‘green infrastructure’. Invermere residents can see this philosophy exemplified in The Imagine Invermere Community Sustainability Plan, which states that by 2030, architectural and urban design should reflect the natural environment and support the conservation, enhancement and continued vitality of areas possessing special scenic, historic, architectural, environmental or cultural value. These are important steps towards protecting what draws so many people to this place,not unlike the little red fish.Whether for photography,fishing,spiritual tradition,paddling,curiosity, there is a suite of recreational activities to explore that make Invermere unique. In the minutes before the sun disappears behind the Purcells, I sit dangling my feet in shallow waters shared with flocks of geese and cattails.A dragonfly lands on me with an electric buzz.After the business of summer,I relish in the quiet moment floating along and it gives me energy to paddle against the current on the way home southward. Beneath The Surface is about delving into murky spaces, based on the principle that there is often more to know than is visible from the ‘surface’ of an issue. If there is something that concerns you on the lake and you want to get to the ‘bottom of it’, give me a call and inspire our next column! (250-341-6898)

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WEEKLY Beat Have an event you’d like listed? Email it to: production@ invermerevalleyecho. com

OCTOBER 8th - 15th

8TH : WEDNESDAY

• Cinefest at Pynelogs 7:00pm The Railway Man. For more information visit columbiavalleyarts.com or call 250-342-4423. • 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Rink.

9TH : THURSDAY

• 12 - 1 p.m.: Ask a Librarian / Dropin tech support at the Invermere Public Library. Every Thursday. For more info, go to invermere. bclibrary.ca. • 5 - 6 p.m.: Wine tasting with Erin in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort lobby every Thursday. Sample four B.C. wines for $10/person. Ages 19+, registration not required. • 7 p.m.: Texas Hold ‘em Tournament every Thursday at Invermere Legion.

10TH : FRIDAY

• 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.: Killer Rollbots Ladies’ Clothing Swap. Come shop at Arrowhead $10 per bag shoppers ﬁll. Email thekillerrollbots@gmail. com for more info. • 7:30 - 10 p.m.: La Cafamore presents Trios with a Twist at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere. Trios by Mozart, Schumann and Brahms. $15/adults, $12/seniors and students, free for children under 12. Tickets at the door.

11TH : SATURDAY

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Bavin Glassworks Annual Thanksgiving Show. Runs October 11th - 13th. Visit bavinglass. com • 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Roger Arndt, Denise Lemaster and Brank Marjanovic exhibition at Artym Gallery. Artists will be in attendance 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.. Show continues until October 17th. Check out artymgallery.com. • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Local artists Gabriele Bridgwater, Heather Cuell and Sigrid Sharp will show new work while creating onsite at Effusion Art Gallery. Visit

effusionartgallery.com • 12 p.m.: Annual Ski Swap, presented by the Windermere Valley Ski Club, at the Invermere Community Hall. Register gear to sell at 9 a.m. • 1-2:30pm.: Laughter Yoga with Louise Bianchi at Deﬁning Yoga Studio. Free class, no registration needed. See deﬁningyoga.ca for more information. • 12:30 - 3:00 pm.: Kazuri Jewellery Sale at Pynelogs, PreSale and luncheon at Pynelogs 11:00. Tickets are available at The Trading Post $20.00. Sponsored by the Valley GOGO Sisters in support of African grandmothers. For more information columbiavalleyarts. com or 250-342-4423. • 3 - 8 p.m.: Climbing wall open at J.A. Laird School every Saturday and Sunday. • 8:30 p.m.: Live music by John Jenkins at Saftas,1321 7th Ave Downtown Invermere, or call 778526-2424

columbiavalleyarts.com call 250-342-4423.

12TH : SUNDAY

• 9 a.m.: Headbanger Festival. Come out and enjoy a relaxing and educational weekend in Radium Hot Springs, and see the Big Boys in action! Adults $10, children under 12 $5.Events are geared around the annual rut which happens in and around Radium. There will be educational talks, tours and HOURS much more until October 26th. For further information, visit NVERMERE LIBRARY events@radiumhotsprings.ca or I call 250- 347-6455. To register visit • Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. radiumhotsprings.ca/events • Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Turkey Shoot, Mini Sporting Clays at the Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club. For more info, visit lwdrodgun.com or call 250-341-3254. • 8:30p.m.: Open mic jam night at Saftas,1321 7th Ave Downtown Invermere, or call 778-526-2424

13TH : MONDAY

• 7 p.m.: Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre, 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

14TH : TUESDAY

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: OPT clinic at the Invermere Health Unit. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Conﬁdential service: low-cost birth control, and STI testing.

OCTOBER 16TH-.22ND OCTOBER 17TH :

• 6 p.m.: Stage Fright at DTSS. Advanced tickets $30 family pass(4 people), Adults $10, child/students $8. No family passes available at the door. Tickets available at Glacier Peaks Gymnastics, 250270-0273, Sobeys and Main Street Fun and Games.

OCTOBER 18TH :

• 7 -10 p.m.: Pynelogs time Capsule launch party. Live music, dancing, ghost tours, silent auction and cash bar. Be part of the auspicious event to send a message to the next century. For more information visit

OCTOBER 19TH :

• 5:45 pm.: Public skating at Eddie Mountain memorial Arena. every Sunday after Thanksgiving. • 7 pm.: Movie at the Museum (for members and guests)

OCTOBER 21TH :

• 2 p.m.: Thyme for Gardening meet at the Columbia Gardens. New members welcome. For more information email deckanita9@ gmail.com or call 250-342-3353.

COMING SOON... OCTOBER 20TH :

• 5:30 p.m.: Barre Classes 4 week session. $40 menbers, non members $60. For more information and sign up at Valley Fitness Centre or visit shapeupinvermere.com.

OCTOBER 24TH :

OCTOBER 25TH :

• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Beginner Acrylic Painting Workshop, hosted by Painted Aspen Studio, at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. $200, runs through October 26th. Visit paintedaspen. com or call 250-409-5100 for more information. • 10:30 a.m.: 2nd annual Monster Mash Dash, dowtown Invermere. Costume contest, sweet aid stations, lunch, post-event trick or treating. Register online for the 5 or 10 km walk or run: monstermashdash.ca • 2 p.m.: Edgewater - Radium Hospital Auxiliary Annual Hallowe’en Tea and Bake Sale. Admission $5, at the Edgewater Legion Hall. • 8 p.m - 1 a.m.: Edgewater’s Infamous Halloween Dance at Edgewater Hall. Dance, snacks, and prizes. $10 a ticket available at Pippi’s Pizza, Edgewater Post ofﬁce, Brisco store and Blue Dog

Cafe. For more information visit facebook.com/ERSevents or call 250-347-6489

OCTOBER 28TH :

• 7:30 pm.: At Pynelogs, Robert Bruce - Silent Films with live piano. Tickets $15.00, Children $12.00. For more information visit columbiavalleyarts.com or call 250-342-4423

OCTOBER 31ST :

• 12 p.m.: Soup lunch at the Edgewater Legion. $6. Last Friday of each month. • 6 - 8:30 p.m.: Booktacular Fright Night at the Invermere Public Library. Drop-in for tricks and treats, stories, and crafts on Halloween night. •8 p.m - November 1.: The Rocky Mountain Rally returns to Invermere. Some of the best offroad drivers in North America come to Invermere for this exciting event. For information on spectator viewpoints and other information, visit rockymountainrally.com or Facebook.

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• Tuesday: 6 - 8 p.m. • Wednesday - Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Sunday: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WINDERMERE VALLEY MUSEUM • Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

INVERMERE THRIFT STORE • Thursday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Friday and Saturday: 1 - 4 p.m.

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Castle Mountain in October

Deanna Berrington The Artym Gallery

This Saturday the Artym Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of three western Canadian landscape painters: Roger Arndt, Denise Lemaster and Branko Marjanovic. Although their subjects are similar, the approach that each artist takes is uniquely different. Roger Arndt is renowned for his detail. With tiny brushes and miniscule amounts of paint, Arndt builds each painting from the background forward, paying intense attention to every aspect — the way each leaf is turned, every blade of grass in the sun, a half-visible log submerged in a quiet pond. In contrast, local painter Denise Lemaster captures the mood of each landscape she paints with subtle shifts of colour and broad brush strokes. Her pieces, often either on location studies, or based

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on them demonstrate an intimate and comfortable relationship with the outdoors – Denise knows every lake, every mountain peak that she puts to canvas. Her work is being featured in the current October/ November issue of Western Art & Architecture magazine. The third featured artist is Branko Marjanovic, whose work is both bright and bold. His strong brushstrokes and intense use of colour ensure that his paintings of familiar landscapes grab and hold your attention. This exhibition opens at 10 a.m., Saturday October 11th with all three artists in attendance from noon until 3 p.m.Take this opportunity to meet these three distinctive landscaper painters and enjoy their original artwork. If you can’t make it into the galArtym will be featuring three diverse and stunning works of arts from a series of painters. From left to right “Castle Mountain in October” Branko lery, you can see their work online at Marjanovic“January Dreams” by Roger Arnd and“Foothills III” by Denise artymgallery.com. Lemaster (local painter). PHOTO SUBMITTED

Annual parent and family weekend

Welcome back to another season of Rockie Talk as the Columbia Valsponsorship once again. Melody Motors, Walkers Repair and Hair at Rockie ALK A ley Rockies have begun another season in the Kootenay International Aura bring Shoot-to-Win and the Puck Toss to the Eddie every game. Junior Hockey League. This weekend also gave something back to the community as these The Rockies hosted their annual parent and family weekend Septemfamilies came and stayed here for a three day weekend. ber 26-28. The event contributed to a packed house at Friday night's After the two hockey games on Friday and Saturday nights a fungame and got me thinking about how important the weekend really draising golf tournament was held on Sunday at The Ridge at Copis. Eighteen of the 23 (not including affiliates) players on the Rockies' per Point followed by dinner at the Rocky River Grill. roster are from out of town so the presence of their parents in the comPlayers and their families played together and with other memmunity should not go unnoticed. bers of our community. Brian Schaal at Copper Point was instruARILYN Most of these players are 17- and 18-year olds and the support of their parmental in helping to plan and execute the golf tournament which ents is critical to their success. For many members of the team this is their raised funds that will be spent on a new bus for the Rockies and first experience living away from home so having a visit from Mom, Dad, the community. and/or siblings helps to deal with the homesickness we have all felt at one time or You cannot mention bus fundraising without extending appreciation to the Winanother. Parents meet billet families and share stories about idiosyncrasies each have dermere Lions Club for their commitment to match funds with the Rockies in noted about the young man they now share. And billets find out what their young order to purchase it. charges really eat at home! At every event the Rockies are involved with you'll find Graeme and Noelene For the organization the weekend helps to create the team around the team Anderson — planning, organizing, promoting, looking after all the details. I know consisting of the player, the family they grew up with and the billet family. There they will be quick to acknowledge the help they receive from other volunteers truly is much more going on than what you see on the ice as these youth become who enjoy the game and work hard to create the atmosphere in which it can grow. part of our community. All in all Parent and Family Weekend is a win/win/win affair – for the player, Local businesses are very supportive of the junior hockey team — they purchase team and community! advertising boards at the rink, ads in the program, donate fan prizes and help out in Marilyn Berry will contribute a bi-weekly column regarding the Columbia many other ways. Tim Hortons and Panorama Mountain Resort are providing major Valley Rockies and can be reached at maberry7@yahoo.com.

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Fire Protection Radium Hot Springs Left to Right (back row); Jeff Pollock, Walter Raven, Scott Inglis, James Hagman, Nicholas Brough, Tim Strub.

Left to Right( front row);

Dave Dixon, Jamie Eason, Graham Kerslake, Todd Logan, Brayenna Murray.

Unavailable for photo; Don Joubert, Jason Brainard, Braeden Logan, Torben Larsen, Patrick Williamson.

Invermere Left to Right;

Roger Ekman, Jake Jacobsen, Doug Hagen, Jason Lawrick, Ed Jones, Erik McLaughlin, Geoff Hill, Billy Robideau, Michael Hecken, Brandon Shaw, Cory Breau, Matt Tremblay, Dwight Lochhead, Haru Watanabe, Tom McNeil, John Shaw, Jason Roe

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Rick Magri, Mark Nussbaumer, Chris Rouleau, Steve Talsma, Gary Dace, Braden Schager, John Wiebe, Shawn Verge, Collin Megaffin, Dean Daniele

Panorama Left to Right (front row):

Jim Miller – Chief, Martin Caldwell , Jason Smith, Scott Chaffey, James McCallum, Sarah Pasley, Nigel Perry, James Stickler, Brett Niezen, Allegra Howe, Stephen McIntosh, Anna Smith, Pete Roy-Smith, Kaelin Hyllestad, Karolina Schutzova, Thomas Dolezal, Shane O’Loughlin, Devon Sheppard, Mike Tucker, Jon Howlett, Brayden Farley, Drew Sinclair - Deputy Chief

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Neil Carey, Claire Henshaw, Rob Hellyer, Jose Letelier, Ricky Frennette

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Andrew Cradduck, Brad Hrynkiw, Kyle Flynn

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Fire Protection Windermere Left to Right;

Eric Falkenberg Ken Becker Murray Kubian Wendy Rockafellow David McCarthy Dan Cox Jay Wilisky Andy Kolankowski Scott MacDonald Drew Sinclair, Deputy Chief Jim Miller, Chief

Unavailable for photo; Charlene Wilisky Adam Vernaleken Doug Sinclair Jordon Goldsmith Jeremie Goldsmith Levine Ollenberger Jon Tames Chris Gent Bram Rossman Michelle Cox Mindie Zoney Taite Stober Anna Smith Sascha Salzbrenner

Fairmont Hot Springs Left to Right;

Jim Miller, Chief Wally Black Tracy Flynn Heinz Meyer Merv Weselowski Drew Sinclair, Deputy Chief

Unavailable for photo; Archie Santini Keith Andest Philip Boyer Earl Olsen George Porteous Michelle Porteous Brian Stringer April Trapp

Edgewater Left to Right (Back row); Kody McNaughton Dan Tutte Tammy Tutte Elke Petersen Joel Bilodeau Stacey Harrison

Martin Caldwell

Front Row Left to Right: Tara Morgan Leigh-Anne Hall Mascot â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Willow Tutte

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Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy DESNEIGES PROFILI Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Reach a Reader has been an evolving process that started with an idea in Nelson. That idea spread and not only will be accepting donations on the streets, but now it has gone viral! Starting today and leading into the first week of November, people, local business and other supporters can go online and donate to the RaR campaign through CHIMP. CHIMP is an online donations forum that was created to help manage charitable donations on behalf of organizations, families, or individuals. Margaret Sutherland, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy’s Communications Manager, met with a representative of CHIMP last week and they loved RaR! CHIMP has “FROM’ from A7 Remove turkey to carving dish, keep warm and allow it to rest while you make the gravy Step away from using cranberry sauce in the can and try to make your own. I often find that this recipe is the ‘show-stopper’ of our meal at home. SPICED CRANBERRY ORANGE SAUCE 1 lb of white sugar Zest and juice of one organic orange 4 fl oz of white wine vinegar A half stick of cinnamon 1 star anise 6 cloves 2 inch piece of ginger, peeled 1 chilli, split and seeded 1 lb cranberries Lemon juice to taste Put sugar, vinegar, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, ginger and chilli on a stainless steel saucepan with 8 fl. oz of water Bring to a boil Add the cranberries, bring back to a boil and simmer very gently until all berries burst Lift out the hard spices with a slotted spoon Add orange zest and juice Add a little lemon juice to taste. Serve hot or cold At the end of day, if you are not in the mood to cook up this meal, give us at call at From Scratch. We have pre-made turkey dinners where you can take all the credit. So enjoy your weekend, remember to give thanks and most of all, be grateful for the wonderful food you have on your table this weekend! Lara McCormack is one of the owners of From Scratch – A Mountain Kitchen in Fairmont Hot Springs where one can savour great seasonal food, sip from a selection of beverages including B.C. wines and enjoy the views of our gorgeous valley.

organized for every dollar donated online to be matched dollar for dollar by the Bienfaisance Foundation. We could not be more thrilled. There are some limitations in terms of the maximum amount that can be matched, but for now we are going to ride this wave and promote this campaign across social media outlets. Tax receipts are available the moment a donation is made and there are no processing fees. This is very new and we are just launching, but every community has been set up with their own page so people can donate to the community of their choice. If you have any questions or ideas about helping to promote this throughout the month of October,please do not hesitate to contact me. Visit the RaR main donation page at: https://chimp.net/campaigns/reach-a-reader . You can find your community on the right-hand side of the web page. All the best and many thanks again for your continued commitment to literacy.

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ALCOHOLICS Anonymous If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. Call 250-342-2424 for more information. All meetings are at 8 p.m. Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday groups - Columbia United AA at the BC Services building, south end, 625 4th Street Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday, Catholic Church. All meetings are open with the exception of Tuesdays.

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Lost & Found Found: Cat in the Highlands. Solid grey, long hair, neutered male. At least 1 1/2 - 2 yrs old, very friendly. Call ICAN. 250341-7888. FOUND: Silver necklace with family pendant in Invermere public washrooms, September 20 weekend. Call 250-347-6576 LOST: 18kt gold chain and pendant. Pendant is custom made and round. A sun setting over the horizon with a little diamond. Inscription on the back says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Liebe Nadjaâ&#x20AC;?. Reward offered! Please cal Franz at 250-3476553. LOST: Fob keys on black and red neck lanyard key chain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reward offered.â&#x20AC;? Call 250341-5998. LOST: On Windermere Lake 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wood raft on poly tank floats. Has white rubber trim. Went missing the week of Sept 22. If found please call 250-342-1384. LOST: Yellow 1977 Honda XL 250 SN XL #250100296. Stolen from driveway Sat. Sept. 27th on Hilltop Rd., Windermere. Reward for any info. Call Bundy 250342-0050.

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GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com.

Career Opportunities BUILDING INSPECTOR for the DISTRICT OF KITIMAT (Regular Full Time Position) Under the supervision of the Technical Services Manager processes building permit applications, performs inspections, reviews drawings and construction for conformance with legislation, regulations and standards. Explains and enforces municipal bylaws. The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building CertiďŹ cation (preference will be given to Level 2 certification or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week. Submit detailed resumes, including references by: October 29, 2014 to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 6328900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Education/Trade Schools MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work at home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. 1-888-528-0809 or Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-athome career today!

Employment

Help Wanted

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. E.K. Senior Caregiver Network is looking for support group facilitators in both Kimberley & Invermere. Knowledge of local resources in the health care field preferred. Positions are 7 hours a month, to provide emotional support & information to family caregivers of an elderly person. Meetings are held once a month during the day, with follow up telephone support to be provided from a home based office. Email resume to lizd@shaw.ca or call Liz at 1-(877)489-0803

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Make extra $$$ delivering phone books. The BetterBook requires a responsible and reliable person(s) to deliver phone books to businesses in Invermere and the Columbia Valley. Reliable vehicle (van or covered pickup) is required and the ability to lift heavy bundles of phone books. This is a great group fundraiser! Contact Linda in our distribution department at 1-800-663-8555.

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned energy services company servicing Western Canada. All job opportunities include competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package and room for advancement. We are accepting applications at multiple branches for: Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3), and Mechanics. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets, clean drug test, references and a drivers abstract are required. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: Troyer.ca

Obituaries

SMITH, Fernella Rose 1931-2014

Surrounded by the love and presence of her family, Fernella Rose Smith passed from this life on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Fernella was born in Calgary, Alberta on January 29th, 1931. Fernella leaves to mourn her passing her children; Terry and Lee-anne; her grandchildren Jason, Doug and Tye as well as two great grandchildren. Fernella also leaves behind one brother, Lynn Franklin Jewkes. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Ken in March of 2013. A Celebration of Fernellaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Edgewater, B.C. on Saturday, October 11th, 2014 at 1 p.m. Memorial donations may be made in Fernellaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 199, Edgewater, B.C. V0A 1E0. Condolences may be left for the family at www.markmemorial.com. Mark Memorial Funeral Services in care of arrangements 250-426-4864

CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY ROMAN CATHOLIC RADIUM CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JESUS LAKE WINDERMERE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ST. PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WINDERMERE CHURCH ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP CHRIST OF LATTERď&#x161;ş ALLIANCE CHURCH LUTHERAN MISSION VALLEY SHARED DAY SAINTS OF INVERMERE MINISTRY 250-342-6167 326 - 10th Ave., Invermere Hwy. 93/95, 1 km north #4 - 7553 Main Street W, ANGLICAN-UNITED Pastor: Father Gabriel 250-342-9535 of Windermere Radium 5014 Fairway, 100 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor: Trevor Hagan 250-342-9511 250-342-6633 Fairmont Hot Springs 250-426-7564 100-7th Ave., Invermere Confession: 1/2 hr. before Mass Pastor: Murray Wittke 250-347-6334 250-341-5792 250-342-6644 Pastor: Rev. Fraser Coltman lakewindermerealliance.org Canadian Martyrs Church valleychristianonline.com Pastor Rev. David Morton Reverend Laura Hermakin President: Adam Pasowisty 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Worship Service Sun, October 12. wvsm.ca Columbia Valley Branch Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sunday Service Sundays, 10 a.m. Worship Services WORSHIP AND LIFE Every Sunday Bacon, Sundays, 9 a.m. Sundays Worship Services 10 a.m. Worship & Word INSTRUCTION Bible Studies Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m 1:30 p.m. Sundays â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grace Overflowingâ&#x20AC;? Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Provided St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Pastor Trevor ministering Hwy. 93-95, Radium Hot Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Church Invermere Christ Church Trinity, Sharing Truth Springs Edgewater Hall K.I.D.S Church for Showing Love Invermere Sundays, 11 a.m. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. children age 3 to grade 1; Following the Spirit 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m. St. Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mission and grades 2-6, during the All Saintâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Edgewater. Loving God, Corner of Luck and Dunn, morning service. Loving People Canal Flats 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m. Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Windermere

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS needed! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! Website: www.canscribe.com. Email: info@canscribe.com. Or call 1.800.466.1535.

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Ofce Support BUSY Law Firm requires: Half time receptionist (1 week on/off) immediately. Office Manager terms negotiable. Must have some prior experience in a law firm. Email; Jodie@pearcetaylor.com

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or 250-492-9982

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COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Temporary, full-time The Communications Coordinator coordinates the production and delivery of a wide range of communications needs and public involvement materials. This is an 11-month, full-time position based in one of our four offices (Castlegar, Cranbrook, Golden or Nakusp). Apply by October 15, 2014.

Career Opportunities

- Elkford, BC

Reporting to the General Manager, BC Operations, the OHSE Advisor will ensure that SMS Equipment’s managers & supervisors have the knowledge, tools, & support they need to manage the business from a safety perspective & to create an environment in which employees continue to grow, learn, & contribute to SMS Equipment’s success. Overall, the OHSE Advisor is responsible for: • Collaborating with the OHSE team to develop systems, documents, standards & procedures • Collaborating with employees, managers & supervisors to identify & correct potential safety, health & environmental hazards • Preparing, coordinating & conducting audits of the OHSE programs for compliance with SMS standards & government regulations • Monitoring safety, health & environment performance & recommending actions for improvement • Providing staff support in specimc safety responsibility areas • Coordinating monthly safety meetings & conducting OHSE training as required • Maintaining records • The successful candidate will be required to live in the Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie or Crowsnest Pass areas Qualimcations The successful candidate will have a post-secondary education in a related area (diploma or related course) & several years of relevant experience at the professional level. Additional qualimcations include, but are not limited to: • A Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Construction Safety Ofmcer (CSO) certimcate is considered an asset • Excellent interpersonal, analytical & communication skills • Ability to appropriately prioritize & execute tasks in high pressure situations • A drive to succeed in this role & to grow within SMS Equipment • bility to operate in a diverse environment requiring signimcant focus on branch & customer relations • Parts background with previous sales experience is an asset • Ability to travel & work independently

Email bcjobs@smsequip.com Fax (604) 888-9699

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0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2

Start date: ASAP

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Qualimed applicants are invited to submit their résumé quoting reference number OHSEA-14840-100214 and position title to:

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

Part and Full-time Positions Available

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CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT - my practice is very relationship based and I enjoy being able to be part of the team to help clients succeed, be it in their business, accounting or tax needs. I provide a complete range of auditing, accounting and tax services to owner managed businesses in the Kootenays and Okanagan. As with many private companies, your goal is likely to improve your tax position and minimize your tax liability to the maximum extent allowed. My goal is to assist you in accomplishing this and to be your partner in prosperity. I foster positive relationships with my clients, recognizing their perceptions of urgency and preferences, understand their expectations, and respond consistently with the highest possible level of service. I invite you to contact me directly if you are a business owner or professional looking to move your business forward and you need: highly professional accounting services, exceptional personal tax planning, comprehensive business financial statements, corporate and personal tax returns, experienced, progressive advice on buying or selling a business. You can contact me at

Career Opportunities Recruiting highly talented and dedicated personnel. This is a very exciting time to be a part of SMS Equipment. We are one of the largest Komatsu dealers in the world and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the workplace. If you are interested in working for a very dynamic company where your input, your ideas and your participation is valued, apply today.

Our growth means your success.

Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift

Job Description Available in Store 7 positions available No education required One to two years experience required. Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.12/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift

Job Description Available in Store 12 positions available No education or experience required. Nights/overnights/early mornings/ weekends. $11.05/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey. Fir,Pine, & Larch. Phone 250-342-6908 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS. Gift-card give-away! 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online: www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

In Invermere - For rent 503 7th Ave. 1950 sq. ft. 8’ overhead door, suitable for retail or ofﬁce. call 250-342-0603 or 250-341-5845.

Suites, Lower Invermere Bachelor suite, avail Oct 22nd $580/mth, includes cable, internet, heat, lights, partially furnished. N/S, N/P, No partiers. 3 blocks from downtown, 250-342-6178

Want to Rent Responsible grandparents who want to be close to Invermere grandchild. Available to house sit between October and April. Call 1-403-6203592.

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Misc. Wanted Fresh goose, duck or other non-chicken eggs for crafting. Invermere 250-341-7189 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 2BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH apartment for rent, in Canal Flats. Great view, 2parking spaces, F/S, D/W, W/D, microwave. $800 + utilities & D.D. Available Oct 1/14. Call (250)489-8389. GLEN Livet Manor, Cranbrook. Large 2 Bedroom plus Den. Close to Rec center, curling rink, hospital, shopping & College of the Rockies. Recently refloored & painted. Heat & hot water incl. $850/month. Phone 778-5170777 Invermere Heron Point 3rd floor furnished 2 bdrm condo available Oct. 1st. Utilities included. $1200/mth, damage deposit, N/S, N/P. 403-652-7806.

Help Wanted 6679735

Sport Utility Vehicle 2001 Toyota Highlander AWD V6, Excellent on winter roads, original owner well maintained good summer tires 4 studded winter tires on rims used 1 season, BlockHeater, Roofrack, A/C, 306,000 mostly highway km’s, no accidents. $4800 obo. ph 250-489-3146

Help Wanted

The Inland Group Cranbrook BC has an opening for a

TRUCK SERVICE MANAGER

Applicant should possess a strong working knowledge of Heavy Trucks and their applications. High school diploma, or general education degree (GED) essential or Journeyman TQ. Duties will include to plan, organize, lead and control the flow of service work through the service department in a professional timely manner. Strong leadership, customer relations and organizational skills are a requirement. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package. Fax or email resume to the attention of: Dale Felhauer Email: dfelhauer@inland-group.com Fax:250-426-6122

V.J. Bishop is looking to fill the following positions.

Snow Plow Drivers and Skidsteer Operators For the winter season. Experience preferred but not necessary. Must have clean drivers abstract.

Class 1 and 3 Drivers Truck and pup experience required.

Experienced Excavator Operator Required for out-of-town work.

Please forward resumes to vjbishopexcavating@gmail.com

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EMEMBER WHEN? R A look back through The Valley Echo's archives over the last 55 years

October 2006 —Marion, Steve, Maria, Erwin and Harald Kloos, the past and present generations of Lake Auto Service, gathered for commemorative photograph with a prized Ford GT that sold. ECHO FILE PHOTO

years ago (1964): Invermere was chosen as the location of a three-day assembly of Jehovah’s Witnesses to be held in the Community Hall, October 9, 10, and 11. Henry Weinhandl, presiding minister of the Invermere congregation said there would be many delegates from all the congregations of the East Kootenay. A special feature of the assembly will be shown in film.

years ago (1969): The Windermere District Social Services Society, with the approval of the Village Council, proposed to lease the campground to and trailer park located on their property near Pynelogs Rest Home to K.G. Bishop of Calgary. Mr. Bishop plans to redevelop the recreational site.

years ago (1974): As of March, a slump in international lumber markets imposed a considerable hardship on lumber producers in the interior of British Columbia. The honourable

Robert Williams, Minister of Lands, Forests and Water Resources, announced that the Province would ease the burden by lowering stumpage rates to companies operating in the interior.

years ago (1979): A proposal was made for the alternate access to leave the highway about a kilometre and a half north of Shuswap Creek and to join the Athalmer-Wilmer road before heading toward Invermere.

years ago (1984): A RDEK public hearing was held at the Edgewater Legion Hall on Wednesday, September 26th. Open to public discussion included bylaws 604 and 605 to rezone approximately 5 acres at the old mill site in Edgewater from SH-2 (Small Holdings) to I-1 (Light Industrial).

years ago (1994): Chimney fires were the most common cause of house fires during winter in this area,

yet with regular maintenance it was suggested that they could be avoided. The most common causes of the prolific chimney fires were attributed to a lack of regular cleaning and not using dry seasoned wood, according to sources from the Windermere Volunteer Fire Department.

years ago (1999): Despite their busiest summer ever, the folks at Bavin’s Glassworks Studio managed to keep enough stock around for their fifth annual weekend show Oct 8 to 11 in Windermere. The show featured the renowned talents of glassblowers Pat and Ryan Bavin.

years ago (2004): A new centre of learning was being built into the Columbia Lake Lodge in Canal Flats. The room was slated to be permanently rented to Windermere Valley Literacy (WVL) to house a variety of programs that promote learning in the full spectrum of areas.

STARRY NIGHT WITH NOOKSHOOK... The local inukshuk artful appeared on the starry stage of an Invermere night as he carefully guarded the valley. PHOTO BY DAN WALTON

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you have a natural sense of what people want. You may find yourself playing the role of peacemaker this week, and it’s a role you will excel in.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 There’s more to you than meets the eye, Leo. But people often seem content with what they gleam from the surface. This week you will show them a different side.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you know that complaining about a situation is not likely to make it change anytime soon. Instead, put your words into action and attempt to change things for the better.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Your goals are commendable, Taurus. By Friday you may find there are some things you need to take charge of. Don’t worry when things get hectic, as you will get the job done.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 You’re not content to be just part of the party this week, Virgo. You want to be the center of attention. You just may get your chance later in the week when a social occasion pops up.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Restlessness has you looking for a brief vacation to somewhere within driving distance, Capricorn. It is a great time of year for a road trip to take in the foliage.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 This is a good week to reshape and renew a personal philosophy on spirituality, Gemini. You’ll experience breakthroughs in compassion and communication.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, don’t grow discouraged when your first try at something doesn’t work out as you had expected. You will have plenty of opportunities to try again.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it may take a while to wrap your head around a particularly trying problem. If you cannot come to a resolution on your own, ask a friend to share his or her perspective.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you are pondering a trip out of town. A secluded cabin or campsite may be the way to go. You will find plenty of great options if you ask around for recommendation.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Patience has not always been your strong suit, Scorpio. When you set your eyes on a prize this week, you will do anything within your power to get it.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Simplify your life any way you can this week, Pisces. You will benefit from few responsibilities and no worries.

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The Mustang: Still a rock star at 50 and convertible are still The Mustang is the rock within reach of the averstar in the Ford lineup, so it was appropriate the age consumer. launch of the 50th anniInside versary version was held The last frontier in terms at the Sunset Marquis of design has been the Hotel, in California. interior of today’s modern This hotel is also celecars. Ford has done a brating 50 years and is Ford has done a good job of ensuring known for the many rock the Mustang feels and good job of ensuring stars who have stayed and looks upscale even on the played in the gardens and the Mustang feels and basic models. Standard central pool. looks upscale even on equipment includes The pop band One push button start and the basic models. Direction recently had keyless entry, a backup Zack Spencer a lineup of young girls camera and Bluetooth lined up outside waiting connectivity. The dash is meant to look to get a glimpse of the British lads. My like an airplane cockpit with separate stay featured only pretty cars lined up, pods on each side of the cabin. The trim no groupies. Regardless, the Mustang pieces that look like aluminum are the turned heads too. real deal. Toggle switches are provided Looks on the Premium trim levels to control The cars driven around Los Angeles and driver settings. Above that are all-new surrounding mountain canyons were switches to control the heat and ventilavery early production models (Cars tion systems and either a base 4.2-inch should be hitting dealerships by the end radio screen or the 8-inch screen on the of the year). Premium models. Included in the PremiThis new 2015 Mustang is hot, on all um package are leather seats that are levels. The car still has a long hood but heated and cooled. The back seats are the nose is blunt, with a forward-facing very, very tight. This isn’t a four-seater, grille. The front daytime running lights rather a tradition coupe with rear seats are three LED slashes that mirror the for only the smallest children. three vertical taillights. And the front Drive HID headlights are now standard on all The base V6 features a carried over Mustangs. The rear of the car is especialengine with 300hp. The new star of the ly sleeker, thanks to a dramatic lowering show is the introduction of a 310hp of the rear trunk deck, plus the width 2.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder featuring of the Mustang has been expanded to direct injection technology. This will be give the car a lower, wider stance. The the perfect engine for the person that Mustang is sold as a base V6 ($24,999) likes the idea of the Mustang’s styling or new EcoBoost turbo 4-cylinder but doesn’t want the fuel bill that comes ($33,499) and of course the might 5.0L with driving the 5.0L V8 in the GT. GT ($36,999), so the Mustang coupe This engine is very good; it has a lot of

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mid-range torque making the Mustang accelerate easily and it passes well on the highway. There isn’t the classic V8 rumble but this compromise is easy to take, knowing that this model has plenty of power for the average daily commuter. The true muscle car enthusiast will be attracted to the 435hp 5.0L V8. Power goes through either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters on the steering wheel. The big change to the chassis is the introduction of an independent rear suspension and modified front suspension, plus bigger brakes. Carving through the canyons outside of L.A. was a treat, the platform is very forgiving and there is no longer any unstable mid-corner surprises found in the older cars, just a very sure-footed modern car. Verdict 50 years is a long time to continually produce a single car model. What comes out of this is a cumulative result that is

hard to beat. The engineers have done a great job of bringing the suspension into the modern world and the new EcoBoost engine will be very popular, once people try it. The old-school buyers will be attracted to the meaty V8 but often, sensible decisions prevail and the EcoBoost is a solid experience. The styling is stunning, inside and out. To be blunt, this car will be a homerun for Ford. There are two things I’d like to see improved. The seat back has no electric actuation, which means getting the right spot is hard to achieve. The second is the suspension in the GT can be a bit bouncy over city conditions but settles right down at highway speeds – pretty minor stuff for an all-new car. The Lowdown Power: 2.3L turbo 4-cylinder with 310hp, 300hp V6 or 435hp V8 Fill-up: N/A (city/highway) Sticker price: $24,999-$52,899 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

Question of the Week After three months of raised speed limits on stretches of major B.C. highways, are you happy with the new limits or should they be changed again – up or down? Go to DrivewayCanada.ca to submit your answer. QUESTION

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Safety Tip: Fall can be a good time to get a deal on a new or used car, truck or SUV. If you’re shopping for a vehicle, look for the newest, safest one in your price range and check the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) website for vehicle safety ratings.

Ford has done a good job of ensuring the Mustang feels and looks upscale even on the basic models

Saturday ONLY

Thanks to all our wonderful customers!

See you in Spring 2015 with all of our exciting new treats!

LAST DAY of the Season

50% OFF

Trees, Shrubs, Perennials & Evergreens

Hwy 93/95 Windermere (250) 342-3236 Closing for the season Sat Oct 11 • Open 10-4

A20 invermerevalleyecho.com

Wednesday, October 8, 2014 The Valley Echo

Pynelogs Time Capsule Launch Party Happy 100th Birthday Pynelogs

What does ART mean to you? sat. october 18th at pynelogs 7 to 10 pm

Happy BirtHday to pynelogs!

1914 - 2014

Celebrating 100 years

Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

To advertise, call: To advertise, call: 250-341-6299 250-341-6299

SERVING THE VALLEY HAVE A PARTY AND GET FREE JEWELLERY! A fun get-together with friends and gorgeous free Sterling Silver Jewellery… What more could a girl want? See how Silpada Designs gives you all that and more by booking a Silpada party… It’s simple - just give me your guest list and I’ll do the rest.

ASK ME about a fun, fASt Silpada Designs facebook Party!

Rose-Marie Fagerholm Independent Representative

250-341-5956 • rosis@telus.net

Perfectly Painted Fast, reliable and affordable service for interiors and exteriors

Beverley Schembri Windermere, B.C. and surrounding area

Cell or email for a free estimate Phone: 587-585-6565 email: bevschembri@msn.com

Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy Ltd. J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.) Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Irena Shepard, B. Sc. (Pharm.) Your compounding pharmacy Come in and browse our giftware! Open Monday - Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6612

Home Improvements Lawn Maintenance Concierge Services Off-Season Home Checks

The WaTer & air Company! Water Treatment: filtration and purification Furnace and Duct cleaning

• Brakes • Tires • Suspension • Oil Changes • Alignment • Air Conditioners Your Winter Tire Super Store

Purify the water you drink and the air you breathe!

250-342-4433 • Open 7 days a week NATIONWIDE GUARANTEE

Kerry Colonna

250-342-5089

Located in the Diamond Heating & Spa building in Athalmer

Sales ~ Service ~ Installation

UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS Arnold Scheffer

250-342-6700

Advertise your business in Serving the Valley.

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential

Call 250-341-6299 to inquire about this space.

unidoorext@live.ca unidoorext.ca

Sholinder & MacKay

Body Revive Fitness

All Fitness Levels

Sand & Gravel

Training

All Ages

Complete line of aggregate products for construction and landscaping

Call for Fall specials! Jennette St. Jean 250-262-9515 jstjean56@gmail.com

CFES Certified Personal Trainer CFES Certified Weight Trainer CFES Certified Group Trainer

Office:

250-342-6452 • 250-342-3773 Cell: 250-342-5833

Radium Hot SpRingS ESSo

At Chore Service

• Gas • Propane • Diesel • Automotive Repairs • Tires & Batteries • Greyhound

“We do it for you” Al Kaulback, owner

• CAA approved automotive repair •

MECHANICAL REPAIRS AVAILABLE 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7 Days A Week

250-346-3199 250-341-5926

250-347-9726

al.kaulback@gmail.com

7507 Main Street West

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals NEW R SEWERA CAME

• Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount • Speedy service - 7 days a week • A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years • Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 250-347-9803 or 250-342-5357

READY MIX CONCRETE • CONCRETE PUMP • SAND & GRAVEL • HEAVY EQUIPMENT RENTALS • CRANE SERVICE

Proudly serving the Valley for over 50 years. For competitive prices and prompt service call:

250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)