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The District of Invermere will be conducting testing throughout the summer to try and pinpoint the cause of taste and odour issues that some residents have with the water coming out of their taps. Engineers from Urban Systems, the company that does the work on the district’s water systems, and a representative from the provincial Interior Health Authority (IHA) attended a committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, March 24th, at which the Urban Systems engineers unveiled a work plan to test the water during the next several months. “Basically they outlined a work plan for the next six to eight months to do a bunch of testing to see what it is that cause the taste and odour issue,” said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft, speaking after the meeting. “One of the top prior-

ities of council, as decided during the last municipal election campaign, was to deal with the taste and odour concerns some of the public have around the water, so that’s where this stems from. We’re following through on that.” Taft said council members are hope-

cause may be. “There have been many theories for a while. One of the main ones is that there are lower levels of dissolved oxygen in the water and that creates conditions that allow organic organisms to grow. Some preliminary testing in the past

One of the top priorities of council, as decided during the last municipal election campaign, was to deal with the taste and odour concerns some of the public have around the water... we’re following through on that. GERRY TAFT DISTRICT OF INVERMERE MAYOR

ful that the engineers will be able to figure out the problem, or at least determine if it is an issue in the source supply of Invermere’s water, or if it is a problem that arises in the distribution part of the district’s water system. In the meantime, there are plenty of anecdotal theories as to what the

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showed sufficient levels of dissolved oxygen. Another theory is that some of the dead end pipes in the district’s water system would make organic compounds, if they exist, worse. Anecdotally speaking, a lot of the complaints come from certain areas of the town, which suggests the problem is specific

to certain neighbourhoods,” said Taft, adding ultimately testing is necessary to get to the bottom of the issue. “There are these theories, but we don’t know. We need to do further testing to determine that,” he said. “Is it an issue with the source water, or in the distribution system, or is it a combination? We don’t know.” The IHA representative at the meeting clarified to council that while the district may have issue with taste and smell, the water is fine to drink. “He made clear that from IHA’s perspective that this is purely aesthetic and that our water is totally safe. He was quite adamant that it meets all the IHA parameters,” said Taft. Urban Systems will take samples throughout the summer as bench testing and compare it to winter testing, hopefully then drawing some conclusion as to the nature of the problem. See A3

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Station Pub plans to expand with a new deck facing Kinsmen Beach Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

The Station Pub is planning on reconfiguring its layout and adding a deck facing Kinsmen Beach, and at the most recent Invermere council meeting made a formal application to council for a structural change to an existing patio and amendment to its existing liquor licence. The three council members present at the Tuesday, March 24th council meeting (councillors Paul Denchuk and Justin Atterbury were absent) debated having the district hold a public hearing on the application or simply letting the matter go on to BC Liquor Control Branch and having that organization do its own public consultation process. Invermere planner Rory Hromadnik pointed out that both options are considered due process and that it’s essentially a matter of preference of council whether it wishes for the district to carry out the public consultation or to have the liquor control branch carry out the public consultation. “The process has to happen. It’s a question of whether we do it as the district or the liquor board does it,” According to District of Invermere staff, the renovation work on Cenotaph Park in downtown Invermere will said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft, adding in the past be completed by the May long weekend. Photo by Steve hubrecht typically Invermere has decided to hold public hearThe district last year gave the Steels a $200 grant to help offset the water cost ings on these types of matter, but that Radium Hot associated with the garden. Springs has typically turned that responsibility over to the liquor board. “I think it’s a really good project for the kids and the Steels have been generous Councillor Greg Anderson asked whether holding a public hearing meant the district has ultimate say in the matter or whether council would simply pass the in giving their garden,” said Anderson. Council voted unanimously to give the Steels another $200 grant this year. results of the public hearing on the liquor board in the form of a recommendation, and the board would then be making its own decision. EMP concerns continue Taft confirmed that council would only be able to make a recommendation to Invermere resident Ev McGilvery sent a letter to council, received at the meeting, the liquor board based on the public hearing, but added from what he’s seen it would be a rare occurrence for the board to make a decision that goes against the citing safety concerns for schoolkids heading to Eileen Madson Primary school on 15th Avenue such as the lack of a sidewalk, centre line and shoulder in places. recommendation of a council. Council member agreed to keep such issue in mind during future budget “We (the district) have got a lot coming up (the multi-use centre and Official Community Plan update bylaw), and if the liquor board gets the final say, I think discussions. this is something we can put to the side and let the liquor board deal with. There Citizen questions Cenotaph Park work will still be public consultation, the public can still have a say and we don’t have Invermere resident John Rouse questioned council about progress on renovato pile any more on district staff’s plate than they’ve already got,” said Anderson. In the end the three councillors voted unanimously to not provide comments on tions at Cenotaph Park at the end of the council meeting, curious to know where the application and allow the liquor board to complete the consultation process. the projects stands. Hromadnik responded that it is progressing well, and that an engineer and geoThe proposed application would transfer about 50 seats from the Station Pub’s technical expert had been on site the previous day and given a go-ahead for work existing patio and what it calls its family room to the new deck (for which the pub already has a building permit). There would be no change to the overall capacity to proceed. “Everything is on track. The flags are ordered, the benches are ordered,” said of the pub’s liquor license (168 food primary seats) and the pub plans to expand Hromadnik. its kitchen area into what is now the family room. “We were hoping there would’ve been more work done last fall. But it’s a tendered contract with a fixed price, so how and when they do the work is up to the Steels granted subsidy Council also agreed at the Tuesday, March 24th meeting to give another grant to Ed company doing the work,” said Taft. The work, which is being done by Max Helmer Construction Ltd., will be wrapped and Sue Steel to subsidize their water bill in return for the Steels continually donating up prior to the Victoria Day long weekend in May. a part of their lot to Eileen Madson Primary School to use as the school garden.

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“Another of anecdotal theories is that if you have bad tasting water and you shake it, the problem goes away. So it could be that solving the issue is as simple as the district aerating its water. Or it could be as complicated as heavy duty filtration,” said Taft. “Hopefully we come out of this with an answer on what’s causing the problem and what it might take to fix it.” While the council is optimistic that the issue may prove to be something the district can afford to fix with its current budget, Taft did concede that if it turns out

something such as heavy duty filtration is required, then the capital cost could run into the tens of millions of dollars and annual operating costs could run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars — a price tag that district could likely not afford. “If that’s the case we would then probably look at a solution such as giving out home filters door by door to house that have problems,” said Taft. With the current testing work plan, councils’s main concern is determining what the problem is, and will leave deciding whether or not the district can afford the solution to future discussion.

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Local Legion president says new veteran initiatives will help Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The federal government has recently announced new initiatives for disabled veterans, a move touted as a good one by a local Legion representative, although he said more still needs to be done for veterans. On Tuesday, March 17th, Veteran Affairs minister Erin O’Toole unveiled a proposal to expand eligibility for the Permanent Impairment Allowance, which would allow more moderately and severely disabled veterans access to financial help. A new Family Caregiver Relief Benefit was also unveiled, which would give eligible veterans an annual tax-free grant of $7,238. “The changes are welcomed by the Legion and we will continue to urge the government to take action on the remaining recommendations (from the House of Commons Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs) to ensure that veterans, especially the disabled veterans, receive the support that most Canadians expect

and probably take for granted,” said Windermere District Legion branch president Ken Carlow. Also recently announced by the federal government was a new Retirement Income Security Benefit for moderately and severely disabled veterans. Many such veterans currently receive the Earnings Loss Benefit, but it is not available once the veterans are older than 65. The new benefit would ensure that the eligible veterans total annual incomes is at least 70 per cent of what it was prior to age 65. On all three measures, Carlow echoed the sentiments of Royal Canadian Legion Dominion president Tom Eagles, that the initiatives are great, but still more action is needed on the committee’s recommendations. To see the full 14 recommendations visit http://goo.gl/xEW5MF. The Valley Echo also attempted to contact the Edgewater Legion for comment. Edgewater branch president Vi Wittman deferred comment to branch services officer Jeff Pollock, but Pollock could not be reached for comment.

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Surprise pets provide learning opportunity for local daycare Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

Streicek bought two rabbits for the centre from a pet store in Cranbrook last fall and was told that the rabbits were the same sex and that they had been The Dragonfly Discovery Centre in Radium Hot neutered. Much to her surprise — and the delight of the kids Springs has had a rabbit-filled winter. “It’s been a blessing in disguise. The kids have got- at Dragonfly — it turned out the rabbits were indeed ten so much out of the rabbits. They build learning of opposite gender, with the moment of discovery and a sense of wonder in the kids,” said Dragonfly coming when the female adult rabbit gave birth to a batch of baby bunnies on Friday, December 5th. daycare owner Charlotte Streicek. A second batch followed five weeks later, and then a third, for a total of 22 baby bunnies during the course of the winter. The Cranbrook pet store then paid Take notice that the Canadian Mountain Holidays Limited Partnership from Banff, for the adult rabbits to be neutered AB, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and several agencies have stepped in (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, to amend ( additions/ deletion ) their existing License of to help the baby rabbits find homes, Occupation for heli-skiing, via-feretta and zip-line situated on Provincial Crown land located near the Bugaboos. including the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), The Lands File for this application is 4403377. Written comments concerning this and the local branch of the Global application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 7G1 or e-mail to: AuthorizingAgency.Cranbrook@gov.bc.ca. Comments Animal Lovers Society (GALS). The will be received by MFLNRO up to April 8, 2015. MFLNRO may not be able to Little Mittens Animal Rescue Associconsider comments received after this date. Please visit: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ation has recently taken on the third applicationposting/index.jsp → Search → Search by File Number: 4403377 for more batch and will be adopting them out information. just in time for Easter, leaving the Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public centre with its two original rabbits. record. Access to these records requires the submissions of a Freedom of Information “It was a surprise, but it’s funny (FOI) request. Visit http://www.gov.bc.ca/freedomofinformation to learn more about FOI submissions. how things work out. Looking back on it it was pretty fun. The bunnies were incredible,” said Steicek. “It was great for the kids and we all learned quite a lot about rabbits. They mate for life and they get emotionally attached to each other. Ours snuggle and they seem pretty happy. They’re great pets. Ours are litter training and they really are interesting to

watch. They are constantly wrinkling their noses and chewing lettuce.” To learn more about Dragonfly and its rabbits check out www.dragonflydiscoverycentre.com .

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ome of the Invermere Judo Club able to use many of her techniques and Judo OTTINGS members have been busy competgained great confidence in her abilities. ing on the weekends in March. We are very proud of her efforts. On March 7th and 8th, Emma and GraEmma Norquay had a tough division ham Norquay went to Richmond, B.C. to and, although she did not place, again compete in the Pacific International. her solid performance earned her points This tournament attracted judokas towards the BC Team. from all over Canada, the U.S. and JaAfter one weekend off, the members pan. Graham had some solid bouts, placfound themselves on the mat again the ERMANN ing him in third, and Emma won certain following weekend. fights that earned her points towards Graham Norquay fought a very tough the BC Team. division in Calgary and gained valuable On March 9th and 10th, they spent their days train- experience. Emma Norquay was in Richmond at a ing with an eighth degree black belt from Japan and BC Team Training camp, which was the last event to learning some amazing techniques. qualify for the BC Team. On Friday, March 13th, the club had five competiWith all of Emma’s efforts, she has made the BC tors head up to the Edmonton International Tourna- Team. In May, Emma will be in Saint-Jean-rue-Richement held at the West Edmonton Mall. lieu, competing at the Canadian Nationals — a wonDarryl Stettler, an orange belt, found himself in a di- derful experience to look forward to. We hope to see vision with brown and black belts and placed third. as many of you out on the tatami supporting Emma Graham Norquay placed a proud third with nineteen in her training. competitors in his division. This week’s column was written by Karen Sharp, HerLenni Stich had an amazing performance, returning mann Mauthner’s daugher, who is a 2nd degree Black home with a gold. Belt. To learn more about the Invermere Judo Club, MacKenzie DuBois, having brown and black belts in visit invermerejudo.com or email invermerejudo@ her division, fought extremely well. MacKenzie was gmail.com.

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fter so many years of complaints, Invermere council has decided to proceed with some water testing, specifically to target what is causing the district water to taste and smell so foul. It’s just in time, too, as another round of complaints is coming up. It’s without fail the unhappy comments about the District of Invermere’s water system seem to pour in over the summer when visitation is up and second-home residents return to inhabit their second homes during the hot summer months. News about the water testing will be music to their ears.

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cil decision-making combined with some surplus in the budget, is helping float the idea of investigating why the local tap water tends to be so appaling to the palates of so many visitors and residents. As Mayor Gerry Taft has reiterated, and repeatedly has said for years, the water meets health standards and is safe to drink. But why, as one letter to the editor has questioned, isn’t the water fresh and cleantasting across the board when Invermere is located in a mountain paradise with an abundance of streams, rivers and lakes? Finally, the answer will be available. And when it is, the next question will be whether or not the solution is affordable. Let’s hope it’s a quick fix.

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And it’s a few more brownie points for the new council, which hasn’t wasted any time following through on a plan to right the wrongs that had voters complaining leading up to the 2014 municipal elections, the drinking quality of Invermere’s water being one. Another example being the quick timeframe in which they turned around a bylaw to allow mail-in voting, something that had been overlooked for years. We say “new” council, but the faces at the table are essentially unchanged apart from the addition of Councillor Al Miller. While improving the quality of Invermere’s water has been a personal mission of Councillor Paul Denchuk for years, possibly Miller’s determination to bring fresh energy to coun-

he B.C. government has made its most significant Approved training means training for jobs that are B.C. IEWS moves in decades to address the needs of some identified as in demand, requiring high school and of the province’s poorest people. occupation-specific training that can be completed in The largest financial commitment is for a new proa year or less. They include retail sales, general office gram to help single parents escape from the welfare work and assistance jobs in health services. trap. There are 16,000 single parents in B.C. receiving Another overdue policy change is to double the alprovincial income assistance or disability payments, lowable earnings for all income assistance recipients most of them women. from $200 to $400 a month. This gives people a chance Even if they could find an entry-level job, it wouldn’t to improve their circumstances by taking whatever OM pay enough to cover the child care they would need part-time or casual work they can manage, without to go to work. Worst of all, the current system requires having that little income cut from their already meagre that if they enrol in training, they lose their income welfare cheques. assistance, including dental and extended medical care for themAnd then there was the recent decision to end the claw-back of selves and their children. parental child support payments from income assistance payments. That is the welfare trap, one of the most perverse government poliThe province has for many years run a costly child maintenance cies to have survived into our supposedly enlightened modern era. enforcement program to track down (mostly) deadbeat dads and The new program takes effect in September. It will not only contin- force them to pay at least a token amount to support their children. ue income assistance payments when single parents enrol in skills Now when they pay child support to a single parent on income training, it promises to cover their child care and transportation assistance, they will at least have the satisfaction of knowing the costs for an approved training program of up to one year. children actually receive the extra benefit. Medical and child care costs will then be covered for up to a year after training, to allow a transition to employment. See A7

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These harsh, historic policies were built around a philosophy that welfare is a temporary last resort, to be withdrawn as soon as some other source of income is identified. That is a valid if unfashionable position to take on behalf of working taxpayers who pay for all this, but it only makes sense if the income assistance recipient has a realistic option. For those who are already in the entrylevel job market, the minimum wage goes up 20 cents an hour in September, from $10.25 to $10.45. This is the beginning of an annual review that will tie the wage to the consumer price index. A paltry sum, to be sure, but anyone who still thinks jacking the minimum wage up to $15 an hour is a magic solution that won’t cost some entry-level jobs is clinging to a socialist dream world. Note: I have been contacted by several low-income seniors who read my recent column (at invermerevalleyecho.com) on B.C.’s Seniors’ Advocate. They were asking where to find out if they are eligible for support programs such as the SAFER rent subsidy, assistance for Medical Services Plan premiums, property tax deferment and grants to help with home modifications for disabilities. I apologize for this oversight. One place to start is the Seniors’ Advocate toll-free information line, 1-877-952-3181, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

“I think that’s great. There’s nothing worse than smelly water.”

“It’s about time.” Victoria Gordon

“It’s not a new thing. It’s time to solve it.” Jasminka Stich

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his week, I would like to talk Regional about triumph and celebration. As of late, Canal Flats has experienced a lot of negativity with the situation of the mill and the morale has been very low. Enter the East Kootenay Zamboni Challenge. The East Kootenay Community Credit Union (EKC) TE partnered with the Kootenay ICE and the City of Cranbrook to find the most skilled Zamboni driver in the East Kootenay. This challenge was a combination of speed and accuracy, having the drivers go through an obstacle course at the fastest time possible. Our own arena manager, Mathieu Fournier, who had consistently posted the fastest time throughout the competition, qualified as one of the finalists. He competed against Cranbrook’s driver Roy Sargent during the Kootenay ICE game on March 13th, 2015. It was a spectacular event! Mathieu was supported by almost 100 residents from Canal Flats who cheered him on loudly and proudly. In addition, the Canal Flats Minor Hockey and Youth Group children made posters for Mathieu which they waved throughout the entire competition. After a nail-biting race during the first intermission, Mathieu was victorious! He posted the fastest time without any penalties. In addition, he raised over $1,200 for the Canal Flats Youth Group to build a pump track. On a personal note, thanks to Mathieu, I will not have to march in the Sam Steele Parade wearing the Kootenay Ice jersey. Instead, Cranbrook Mayor Lee Pratt will be joining us at the Canal Days Parade wearing the Canal Flats Canadians jersey. Way to go Mathieu! We are so proud of you. Ute Juras is the mayor of Canal Flats and can be reached at

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“You and I are essentially inGrow Your finite choice-makers. In every moment of our existence, we are in that field of all possibilities where we have access to an infinity of choices.” — Deepak Chopra It’s a rare day when I wake to the sun rising, when I want to LIZABETH capture a part of the day when the world around me felt still. The ice shavings from the frost overnight broke easily under my shoes as I walked slowly down towards the lake. I shivered a little as I sat down with my arms folded around my down jacket to keep in the warmth. As the light of day was coming from behind the mountains to the east, I sat to bear witness to another new day born. I looked out onto the water and, between sips of my coffee, I watched as the water moved freely after months of restriction in winter’s icy grip. It’s in those quiet, reflective moments that I feel like all things are possible that day. We live in a world with the duality of probability and possibility. Probability is based on past to current experiences and information, and this is where our conscious mind uses logic and reason to get us through our day-to-day responsibilities. The saying, “Have an open heart,” indicates where our possibility seeds grow. This is the place where we get emotionally attached to our dreams, goals and desires. We open ourselves up to creativity and all possibilities, and it is from here that we can fuel our actions towards what it is we wish to create that day. See A15

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• 4 - 5:30 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) Employment Readiness program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Egg Decorating at the Invermere Library. Supplies provided. Drop-in, all ages welcome. Visit invermere.bclibrary.ca for more info. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life program.

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• 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. • 5 - 6 p.m.: Best of BC Wine Tastings in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort lobby every Thursday. Hosted by our in-house sommelier. $10 admission. Ages 19+. Live music by Kalvin Klassen follows from 6-8 p.m., and is free to attend.

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• Easter paragliding event at Panorama Mountain Resort. For more information contact ﬂy@ ﬂyingMax.com • 5 - 8 p.m.: 28th Annual Easy Rider Snowboard Cup. April 3rd to 5th. Event registration at the Great Hall in Ski Tip Lodge in Panorama, $25 entry fee. Visit panoramaresort.com for more details.

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• 9 a.m.: Easter celebrations at Panorama Mountain Resort. Visit panoramaresort.com for more details.

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• 7 p.m.: Easter Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre. $250 Bonanza, $200 Odd & Even, door prizes and extra game prizes. Everyone goes home a winner! For more info call 250-349-5447.

schools in the Columbia Valley from April 7th to 26th. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness program. Must preregister. Email summit.centre@gmail. com or call 250-342-3033. • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Cooking workshop. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life program. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: Bereavement Support Group, 12 - week program every Tuesday from January 20th to April 7th, at the Hospice Society Ofﬁce. For more information or to register call 250-688-1143. • 6:30 - 8 p.m.: Backyard Chickens. Only $30. For more info email info@ groundswellnetwork.ca or phone 250-342-3337. Registration is online at www.groundswellnetwork.ca • 6:30 - 8:30p.m.: SYC Opt night. Have one of your Youth workers accompany you to the clinic and assist you with the resources you need.

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Thredz and at the Pynelogs Cultural APRIL17TH : FRIDAY Centre before the event and at the • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design door. program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 11TH : SATURDAY 250-342-3033. • 3 - 7 p.m.: Tabletop Day, hosted by Main Street Fun & Games. Admission APRIL18TH : SATURDAY by donation. at the Invermere • 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.: Artym Gallery Community Hall. shows Maya Eventov and friends • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Art from the Heart, exhibition until April 24th. artist opening event at Pynelogs Art • 7:00 p.m.: SYC Movie and popcorn Gallery. night. • 7:30 p.m.: SYC Movie and popcorn night.

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• 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness program. Must pre-register. • Closing Day for Panorama. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. 13TH : MONDAY • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment program. Readiness program. Must preregister. Email summit.centre@ APRIL21TH : TUESDAY gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life Readiness program. Must preprogram. register. Email summit.centre@ gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. 14TH : TUESDAY • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Cooking workshop. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life Readiness program. Must preprogram. register. Email summit.centre@ 6:30 - 8:30p.m.: SYC Opt night. gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. Have one of your Youth workers • 5:30 p.m.: SYC Youth focus meeting. accompany you to the clinic and • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life assist you with the resources you program. need. • 7 p.m.: Cinefest at Pynelogs. Tickets $10 at the door. TH : WEDNESDAY

• 10 - 11 a.m.: Preschoolers and Parents, Plant and Play - Runs every Wednesday morning for 6 weeks from 10 - 11 am. Starts April 8th, ends May 13th. By donation, pre-registration requested. www. groundswellnetwork.ca • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness program. Must preCOMING SOON… register. Email summit.centre@ gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life APRIL15TH : WEDNESDAY program. • 10 - 11 a.m.: Preschoolers and Parents, Plant and Play - Runs 9TH : THURSDAY every Wednesday morning for 6 • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design weeks from 10 - 11 am. Starts April program. Must pre-register. Email 8th, ends May 13th. By donation, summit.centre@gmail.com or call pre-registration requested. www. 250-342-3033. groundswellnetwork.ca • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment • 7 - 8:30 p.m.: What will you do Readiness program. Must prewith your wild and precious life? register. Email summit.centre@ Awareness lecture with Dr. Tom gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. Ristimaki at DTSS. $15 per person • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life or $35 family rate (2 adults and program. children under 18). Dr.Ristimaki, PhD • 7:30 p.m.: SYC Parent Advisory presents an evening of intriguing board meeting. possibilities and inspiring examples based on his own applied research APRIL16TH : THURSDAY and personal experience. • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design

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§•Spring Auto Care•§ NAPA is new to Invermere, but its owner is not Submitted by Napa Auto Parts In November 2014, Invermere locals Ross and Michelle Bidinger purchased the Auto Parts division of Kool Country Auto Parts and converted it into a NAPA Auto Parts store. Born and raised in Invermere, Ross graduated from David Thompson Secondary School in 1984. He started his automotive apprenticeship the same year. In 1988, he attended Okanagan University College where he received his automotive TQ and interprovincial certification. The next year, he received his Propane Certification and Vehicle Inspector Certification before buying Walkers Repair in 1990, which he continues to own and operate. Ross began hockey coaching in the 1990s, and went on to become a NCCP instructor for hockey coaching in 1995, and eventually a BC Hockey High Perfor-

mance District Evaluator in 2006. He began helping the Columbia Valley Rockies Junior B hockey team in 2009 and today is the general manager of the Rockies. The father of three boys and one daughter, Ross also has one granddaughter. Michelle, who has two children (a son and a daughter) was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland. She moved to Alberta in 1985, before eventually moving to Invermere in 2008 where she now works in Admitting at the Invermere & District Hospital (on a permanent part-time basis). She married Ross in 2012 and together they have two lovely dogs, who can often be seen at Walkers Repair or at the NAPA store. NAPA and Walkers Repair are located on Industrial Road 2, and are open Monday to Saturday. Contact Walkers at 250-342-9424 or call NAPA at 250-342-4400.

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Spring Auto Care K-5 Mechanical is family-owned and operated SUBMITTED BY K-5 MECHANICAL Serving the Columbia Valley, K-5 Mechanical is a full-service automotive repair shop with competitive labour rates. Fred Kinsey is a licensed mechanic who has been repairing vehicles in the valley since 1977. K-5 Mechanical opened in 1993 and ever since, Fred, his wife Wendy, and their son Richard have been providing service for many satisfied customers. K-5 Mechanical offers a wide range of automotive repairs including front suspensions, air conditioning, exhaust systems, drive lines, engines, electrical systems, transmissions, differentials, wheel alignments, flat repairs, rotations, as well as being a Safety Inspection Facility. The shop has three hoists, fully computerized scanning and diagnostic tools, and electronic equipment to repair even the most complex problems. Being a heavy-duty mechanic gives Fred the ability and the know-how to work on snowplows, winches, lift decks and power tailgates as well. Shop information and work orders are managed electronically, keeping the business running smoothly and efficiently. K-5 Mechanical is affiliated with Signature Tire, giving us the ability to provide BF Goodrich, Yokohama, Hankook, Cooper, Continental, Toyo, Good Year, GT Radial, and General tires at competitive prices, as well as a good selection of wheels. We offer competitive rates, good maintenance and excellent service, free pick-up and delivery of vehicles. We usually bring on an extra licensed mechanic during the busiest months of the year. Regular shop hours are K-5 Mechanical offers all the latest technology for diagnosing and repairing even the most complex Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays by appointment. K-5 Mechanical is located at #3-140 Industrial Road #2 in Invermere. Phone 250-342-9316 or email k5mech@shaw.ca. mechanical problems. PHOTO BY AMANDA NASON

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Spring Auto Care Maintenance applies to your vehicle’s interior, too Recent studies have estimated that many North Americans spend as much as three hours a day in their cars. Over the course of a typical week, that’s almost one entire day behind the wheel. That not only translates to lots of face time with your vehicle’s interior, but it also provides ample opportunities for the buildup of dirt, grime, coffee, and food stains that can leave a car’s interior appearing haggard and worn. In addition to robbing a car’s interior of its aesthetic appeal, the buildup of dirt and grease can also cause the vehicle to degrade over time. Though it’s common to associate vehicle maintenance with what’s under the hood, drivers should also make maintenance a priority for the vehicle’s interior. When cleaning a car’s interior, address each and every nook and cranny. Consoles and cup holders Perhaps no part of a vehicle’s interior is more susceptible to dirt and grease buildup than the center console, which is typically home to a vehicle’s cup holders. Spilled coffee or soda is something every driver can relate to, and cleaning such spills is harder than it sounds. Look for products specially formulated to remove not only stubborn stains, but also older ones, making it ideal for taking care of that long-ignored yet unsightly residue at the bottom of your cupholder. Clean under the carpets Particularly after a long winter, a vehicle’s carpets can be a major eyesore. Remove the floor mats and thoroughly vacuum any dirt buildup that might have multiplied with each winter snowstorm or spring shower. Your carpets will look better and last longer.

Address the upholstery When buying a new car, many auto buyers are concerned about the car’s potential resale value. That’s a genuine concern, as resale value is often influenced by more than just the number of miles on the odometer. Dirty upholstery is an instant turnoff for most used car buyers, so drivers should be diligent and clean their upholstery regularly, including immediately after any spills. Be careful when using water to clean the upholstery, as you don’t want any water getting into places that can damamge electrical components or create a moldy smell. Preventive care Much like humans, a car is susceptible to UV rays. Whereas a human would apply sunscreen to his or her skin to protect against sunburn, drivers can apply a UV-protectant product to their vehicle’s interior to guard against problems that often result from overexposure to the sun. Overcome the odour Masking odors is another concern for many vehicle owners. While some spring days are ideal for rolling down the windows, spring showers are often a force to be reckoned with during the spring season. For drivers trapped inside a car with its own distinct odor, car scents ensure both driver and passenger won’t be stuck holding their noses.

Dashboards and door panels In order to drive a vehicle, motorists must look out over the dashboard. Despite that, dashboards are often overlooked when it comes to cleaning a car’s interior. A range of products can remove unsightly dirt or grease buildup from all interior surfaces, including plastic, rubber, vinyl, and leather, while drying to a satin sheen to minimize dashboard reflection on the windshield.

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Spring Auto Care Ready your ride for a warm weather road trip Few things exemplify the easygoing nature of spring and summer more than packing up the car and heading out on a road trip. Hitting the open road with the top down, pulling up to the beach and enjoying a carefree day in the sun is a time-honored tradition for motorists across the country once the warmer weather arrives. After all, who wants to worry about office workloads and catching up with household chores when there are more important things like barbecues to plan, and tan lines and travel plans to consider? One thing all motorists need to think about before they put the top down and tackle the open road is how road-trip-ready their car is and how it’s going to look and perform when it’s finally time to push the pedal to the metal. For the antsy motorist ready to leave work in the dust and hit the highway, consider the following tips to make sure your vehicle can have as good a trip as you do. Wash your car When hitting the beach for a weekend getaway, having a good-looking car is almost as important as looking good yourself. While a trip to the tanning salon won’t do your car any good, a thorough car wash will. Use two mitts to wash your car: one to wash the top and one for the gritty undercarriage so the big bits don’t scratch the paint in more visible areas. A quick wash removes not-so-friendly deposits from busy little birds, water spots from recreational areas, break dust

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always associate springFrom CRATCH RATCH time with eggs. Growing up, we would visit my grandfather’s farm and see all the eggs then return a couple weeks later to play with the chicks. Being Ukrainian, I was taught to make pysanka by ARA my Baba, Mom and aunt, who C had a talent for those straight lines and steady hands. After all those years of being taught, I’m still working on it – it is a talent! At Eastertime, we would dye our eggs and put them in our basket to enjoy over breakfast; mine cut in four with a touch of salt to savour the taste. Now, I love getting farm eggs with shells in delicate colours of green, blue and brown, some even speckled. They are a delight for my family on Easter morning. Easter is quite often a busy time for many of us committed to feeding our loved ones. Don’t make this stressful — do a brunch after the kids are done with their egg hunt. Good morning, You can make the recipe below a day ahead and

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Filling 1/4 cup chopped parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 pound ham slices or prosciutto 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1/2 (16 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry 1 egg

Pastry 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup cornmeal 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter, diced 2 eggs 4 tablespoons cold water 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese 4 ounces feta cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg

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James Rose 3) PIZZA THURSDAY..............BUY 1 PIZZA AT THE REGULAR PRICE AND GET THE Special to The Valley Echo SECOND OF EQUAL OR LESS TOPPINGS FOR HALF PRICE On Thursday, April 2nd, a delizioso new restaurant opened at the Skookum Inn in Windermere. Mr. V’s Italian Grill is being introduced by veteran restauranteur Steve Valenti. Mr. V’s will be a licensed breakfast, lunch and dinner establishment, open year-round and seven days a week, featuring a family friendly atmosphere. According to Mr. Valenti, the restaurant will look to provide “… a real authentic taste of little Italy in the valley.” For the first month, no reservations will be required, but thereafter reservations will be highly encouraged, especially on weekends. New to the valley (but a past vacationer), the Italian-born and Canadian-raised Mr. Valenti — who has owned and operated restaurants throughout Canada and the United States The restaurant space adjacent to the Skookum Inn on High— is extremely excited to way 93/95 in Windermere is now home to some European air. open the valley’s newest culiMr. V’s Italian Grill will be open seven days a week year-round nary delight. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Photo submitted Signature dishes at Mr. V’s will include homemade desserts (cheesecakes, layered chocolate cakes, and summertime gelatos) and seafood-inspired main dishes, such as his Linguine Pescatore and Fettuccine Mare e Monte — both requiring a love for seafood to fully appreciate. Though not labeled a pizzeria, Mr. V’s will still serve several traditional Neapolitan-style square pizzas baked in a stone oven, a technique Mr. Valenti was an early adopter of in Western Canada over the course of his impressive career (he can build stone ovens too). For ingredients, Mr. Valenti imports high quality pasta from Italy, and makes his own pasta for his lasagna and cannelloni dishes. Most of the produce used will be locally grown, and the fresh veal and Italian items such as prosciutto ham will be brought in once a week from Calgary. It won’t be uncommon to see Mr. Valenti come into the dining area with a pair of scissors and cut fresh basil for a dish, as a variety of herbs will be grown inside the restaurant. With the valley becoming increasingly known for its culinary offerings, Mr. V’s Italian Grill will look to provide its customers “affordable, good quality, home-style Italian food in a no-frills fun atmosphere,” Mr. Valenti said. For more about the restaurant, which is located at 1470 Highway 93/95, call 778-526-5152 or check out Mr. V’s website at www.mrvsgrill.com.

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Sunday – Thursday 8 am –9 pm Friday & Saturday 8 am – 10 pm Located at the Skookum Inn, Windermere.

Gluten Free Options Available Thoughout the Menu.

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Sunday – Thursday 8 am –9 pm Friday & Saturday 8 am – 10 pm

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Team Rice +3 Payci + Ho Habs Go +3 Night Hawks +2 Lawson 15 Jony Flow +4 Smith 13 +3 Dale +4 Jye + No Brainer +4 St.Jean23 +3 Young22 +4 Joaks16 +2 Bruyer 05 +2 Harley +3 C-Money +2 Old - Rock +2 Skeeter 32 +4 Duncan 20 +3 Marco 10 +2 Farguhar03 +5 Snipz +2 FUPA +2 Barker21 +3 Spencer +3 Deke Dynasty + IVY +5 Aces N Eights +4 Becker 08 +3 Berg4 +2 Oldale 16 +4 R’s Rockets +5 Marco +2 Pens Fan +6 ACE 777 + RC 31 +3 Allmega +4 Nelson09 +7 Malcolm +3 Kaner1 +2 Raven 17 +4 Westside Dan +3 Dave’s Laffers19 +3 Bacchanaal +3 Huber 14 +3 Rylie’s Mom +3 Little Red + Kapty 26 +6

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Wednesday, April 1, 2015 The Valley Echo CHOOSE from A7

As I walked home, I considered how often I choose into “probability thinking” over “possibility thinking.”What about you? Imagine how you would feel if you lived more in the possibilities of life. How could that change how you feel and what you create each day? What I know for sure is that the world could use more possibility seeds planted in all of our life gardens. Elizabeth Shopland is a personal growth and development coach, a certified horticulturist, and the coowner of Shopland Grow & Bloom. She can be reached at eshopland@ telus.net and 250-342-112

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Mix flour, cornmeal, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat 2 eggs with 3 tablespoons cold water; stir into flour mixture until dough holds together. Add another tablespoon of water if needed. Shape two-thirds of the dough into flattened round; repeat with remaining third. Wrap. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or until firm enough to roll. In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese, crumbled feta, Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, parsley, basil, and oregano until well-blended. Have an 8- or 9-inch springform pan ready. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the larger portion of dough into a 15inch diameter circle. Carefully place in ungreased pan; press lightly against bottom and sides. Trim overhanging dough to 1 inch from pan rim. Scatter half of the mozzarella over the bottom of the crust. Next, arrange half the ham slices in an even layer. Spread with ricotta cheese mixture, then sprinkle with spinach. Cover with the remaining ham slices. Press down gently to pack

layers. Add red peppers in a single layer, and top with the remaining mozzarella. Press down again. Roll out remaining dough to 8- or 9-inch circle. Place over filling to cover. Moisten edges, and seal crusts together. Crimp or flute edges. Crust should not extend above pan rim. Beat remaining egg, and brush over the crust. Cut several small vents in top crust for steam to escape. Bake at 375 F (190 C) for 1 hour, or until crust is deep golden brown and pulls away from sides. Cool in pan on wire rack 45 minutes. Remove pan sides; cool completely. Cut into 12 wedges. Serve at room temperature. (*This recipe is copyrighted with the All Recipes website). This time of year makes my heart leap — the grass is greening, the birds are chirping, there is hotter, longer sunshine and for whatever reason, peoples’ moods appear brighter and more pleasant. Enjoy this spring and get going on that garden planning! Lara McCormack is one of the owners of From Scratch – A Mountain Kitchen in Fairmont Hot Springs where one can savour fabulous seasonal food, sip from a selection of beverages including B.C. wines and enjoy the views of our gorgeous valley landscape.

EMEMBER WHEN? R A look back through The Valley Echo's archives over the last 56 years

2010 — Members and coaches of the Panorama ski team pose with the trophy for the Alberta provincial championships, the Caribou Cup, at the base of their home mountain. ECHO FILE PHOTO

years ago (1960): A female cat in Invermere created quite a stir. She climbed up a tree and gave birth to her kittens in the branches.

years ago (1965): The Windermere District Hospital Assocation unanimously approved a proposal by the Invermere Kinsmen Club to provide an ambulance for the use of valley residents. The plan was for the Kinsmen to provide the vehicle, and for the valley to then form an ambulance society and use the proceeds of the society’s membership drive to pay for the maintenance costs of the ambulance. Membership drives in future years would be used to pay for a building in which the ambulance could be housed. A report from hospital staff said that the hospital’s surgical capacities had been greatly enhanced by the arrival of Dr. A. Ostrander.

years ago (1970): Two major streets in downtown Invermere

— the main street (7th Avenue) and 8th Avenue — were set to change from diagonal parking to parallel parking pending approvement by the Department of Highways. The changes were to apply only to the sections of those avenues falling between 9th Street and 13th Street.

years ago (1985): In a rerun election Joe Conroy was elected as Invermere mayor, beating out Adolf Hromadnik and Henry Delesalle. The rerun was held in March 1985, four months after the initial November 1984 election, in which improprieties were alleged.

years ago (1995): The Columbia Valley RCMP learned that its highway patrol members would slowly be phased out. Starting in April 1995 the three highway patrollers based in Invermere would start reporting to the Golden detachment and when they came up for transfer, their positions would

not be replaced. To cover 93/95 in the Upper Columbia Valley, the Golden detachment patrollers would come as far south as Invermere and the Cranbrook detachment patroller would come as far north as Invermere.

years ago (2000): Years of lobbying paid off as the Canal Flats fire department finally got its new pumper truck. Canal Flats fire chief Dave Ferguson said the department had been needing the truck for more than a decade. The new truck cost $180,000 a had a foam induction system, which allowed fires to be extinguished three times faster than by using only water.

years ago (2005): The RockyTop Galleria in Athalmer was getting ready to get a big makeover. The gallery was the host of that year’s Wings Over the Rockies festival and to celebrate, the managers decided to turn the entire building into a giant wetlands scene.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Piece attached on one side 5. Flat-bottomed boat 10. Oblong cream puff 12. Czar nation 14. Jump rope fast 16. Ma’s partner 18. Ink writing implement 19. Wet spongy ground 20. “Gunga Din” screenwriter 22. Root mean square (abbr.) 23. Strode 25. Former ruler of Iran 26. Provide with a top 27. Chit 28. Actor DeLuise 30. Point midway between E and SE 31. S.E. Asian nation 33. Protein basis of cheese 35. 1976 Music Pulitzer Ned 37. Belonging to Mrs. Parks 38. Tooth covering 40. Satisfy fully 41. Animal companion 42. Fix conclusively 44. 7th day (abbr.) 45. Pouch 48. Employee stock ownership plan 50. Fastened with adhesive or masking 52. Don’t know when yet 53. Eagle’s nest 55. Early modern jazz 56. Auricle 57. Atomic #81 58. Social class of manual laborers 63. Groups of regional animals 65. Release draft animals 66. Musical notations 67. Bearing or manner

language 15. 12th calendar month 17. Greek capital 18. Communist China 21. Philadelphia sandwich 23. Neverland’s Peter 24. Medical man 27. Domesticates 29. Murdered in his bathtub 32. Dreaming sleep state 34. Drunkard 35. Double 36. Of one 39. Allow 40. Sorrowful 43. Dining hall furniture 44. Partition between 2 cavities 46. Reduce in amount 47. Where passengers ride 49. Sacred fig tree (alt. sp.) 51. Poet Edgar Allan 54. Sea eagle of Europe 59. An awkward stupid person 60. Black tropical American cuckoo 61. Whisky 62. Electrically charged atom 64. Atomic #89

Answers to last week

CLUES DOWN 1. Grippe 2. Scientific workplace 3. Afflict 4. Construction of parts off-site 5. Cut back shrubs 6. Road furrow 7. The Nazarene author 8. Fire residues 9. 3rd tone 10. Excessive fluid accumulation 11. Fellow plotter 13. Inability to use or understand

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Patience is a virtue you must have this week, Aries. Others may not be able to maintain your pace, so exercise patience with those who need it.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, allow someone close to you to enjoy his or her space this week. Find a way to keep busy as this special someone does some soul-searching.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, anxiety about starting a new chapter in life is normal. Fear of the unknown can worry anyone, but look forward to all of the positive changes that are in store.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Share your thoughts and feelings about a particular project wtth others, Taurus. The people closest to you will provide just the support you need to move forward..

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Avoid rushing to judgment on an issue this week, Virgo. Rather than speculating on the “whys” and “how comes,” wait until you can get some solid facts.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, thinking outside of the box comes easily to you. Although others may scoff at your unconventional ways, you always get the job done and this week is no different.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Embrace the competitive nature of a coworker this week, Gemini. This person might just motivate you to reach heights you have yet to reach, and this may lead to a promotion at work.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Luck is on your side this week, Libra. Make the most of this lucky streak and invite others to join in your fortune in the weeks to come.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, peer pressure abounds this week, but you needn’t worry about succumbing to it. You like to march to the beat of your own drum, and others look to you as a leader.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a heart-to-heart talk with a loved one has you feeling confident as you move forward. Embrace this chance to communicate for the opportunity it truly is.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, lend a helping hand to a loved one who could use some words of encouragement. Your efforts will be both effective and very much appreciated.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may need to take an unusual approach to get things done this week. Don’t be afraid to be aggressive.

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CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY ROMAN CATHOLIC RADIUM CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JESUS ST. PETER’S WINDERMERE CHURCH FELLOWSHIP CHRIST OF LATTER LUTHERAN MISSION VALLEY SHARED DAY SAINTS OF INVERMERE MINISTRY 250-342-6167 #4 - 7553 Main Street W, ANGLICAN-UNITED Pastor: Father Gabriel Radium 5014 Fairway, 100 - 7th Ave., Invermere 250-342-6633 Fairmont Hot Springs 250-426-7564 100-7th Ave., Invermere Confession: 1/2 hr. before Mass 250-347-6334 250-341-5792 250-342-6644 Pastor: Rev. Fraser Coltman Canadian Martyrs Church Pastor Rev. David Morton Reverend Laura Hermakin President: Adam Pasowisty 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Worship Service wvsm.ca Columbia Valley Branch Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m. Worship Services Every Sunday: Bacon, Sundays, 9 a.m. Sundays Worship Services Bible Studies Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m 1:30 p.m. Sundays St. Joseph’s Church Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hwy. 93-95, Radium Hot Christ Church Trinity, Kids’ Church Invermere Springs Invermere Edgewater Hall Sundays, 11 a.m. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. St. Anthony’s Mission All Saint’s, Edgewater. Loving God, Corner of Luck and Dunn, St.Peter’s Windermere Loving People Canal Flats Saturdays, 4:30 p.m.

LAKE WINDERMERE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY ALLIANCE CHURCH 326 - 10th Ave., Invermere Hwy. 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere 250-342-9535 250-342-9511 Pastor: Trevor Hagan Pastor: Murray Wittke lakewindermerealliance.org valleychristianonline.com Friday April 3rd 7:00 p.m. Sunday Service Combined Good Friday 10 a.m. Worship & Word service with Pastor Murray Kid’s Church Provided Wittke, from Valley Christian Assembly and Sharing Truth Pastor Trevor Hagan and Showing Love Intern Pastor Jordan Tjart Following the Spirit from LWAC ministering.

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SERVING THE VALLEY Sholinder & MacKay

Business of the Week

Sand & Gravel

Complete line of aggregate products for construction and landscaping Office:

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

To advertise, call: 250-341-6299

• Brakes • Tires • Suspension • Oil Changes • Alignment • Air Conditioners Your Winter Tire Super Store 250-342-4433 • Open 7 days a week NATIONWIDE GUARANTEE Join our Facebook Group:

Raising the bar, with every project • Hardwood installation and service • Custom cabinets and countertops • Interior wood working/ finishing

Trenton Thys Owner

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Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals

“Summit Youth Centre Events & Updates”

Summit Footwear & Apparel located on main street Invermere opened in September 2008 and is owned and operated by Richard & Jocelyn Brunner. The boutique is dedicated to serving locals and valley visitors for all their footwear needs. We are committed and proud to provide an extensive selection of premium fashion footwear brands recognized for comfort, quality, and design, plus beautiful vegan and environmentally friendly handbags, hats and accessories from Canadian designers. Summit also offers a selection of footwear for walking, running, and hiking. www.summitfootwear.ca

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

Interested in Volunteering? Contact us! 250-342-3033 summit.centre@gmail.com www.invermeresummityouthcentre.org

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