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Proposed RV Resort sparks concern from Canal Flats residents KEVIN NIMMOCK kevin@invermerevalleyecho.com A rezoning application took centre stage at the Columbia Discovery Centre on June 1st. The Village of Canal Flats hosted a public hearing at which approximately 70 community members voiced their concerns about a plan proposed by Benny Boyz Ventures. The plan is to rezone land in Canal Flats to create a seasonal RV resort in the village. The resort would be maintained and operated by Bighorn Estates, who own Bighorn Meadows Resort in Radium. During the meeting, a petition signed by over 400 community members was presented to council to voice disdain for the project. In addition, attendees were given the chance to officially register approval or disproval for the project through short statements. “Everyone had a chance to have their

say and I felt, although it was an emo- around Canal Flats. Richard Haworth, tional issue, everyone behaved in a re- the agent for Benny Boyz, countered spectful manner,” said Canal Flats may- this point by reminding attendees the or Ute Juras. resort will target upscale clientele, who Villagers expressed concerns with will possibly become invested in Canal several parts of the proposed rezoning Flats through long-term leases. bylaw, including safety and environ“The quality of the clientele you get is mental risks. based on the cost of the lease in some Some community ways,” Mr. Haworth members feared the said. “We can’t control We are on the influx of temporary who leases, but we will verge of losing residents in the area have strong rules on our Canal Flats. would lead to more the site, which must be DENNIS HOOBANOFF dangerous roads in CANAL FLATS RESIDENT followed.” the village. There Mr. Haworth said in would be 151 lots in the resort, and lot other communities that have adopted residents would sign leases for a mini- RV resorts there have been minimal mum of 90 days. This means that, during safety problems. He cited examples in peak times, there could be approximate- Radium and Fairmont. ly 600 extra people in the village. Environmental concerns for the RV The assertion from many residents resort focused on the village’s boat is that RV resort users will be more launch and Columbia Lake. Many resilikely to drink heavily and will be less dents said the effect of 151 more boats likely to conduct themselves safely in the area could be disastrous.

Canal Flats resident Dennis Hoobanoff said he could not support the proposed plan because sufficient environmental studies had not yet been done. Typically, many of the more specific environmental studies on particular effects of new resorts are completed later on in the rezoning process. “We are on the verge of losing our Canal Flats,” Mr. Hoobanoff said. “Nature is what sets us apart.” In response, Ms. Juras reassured Mr. Hoobanoff and other community members that the village is very concerned with protecting Canal Flats’ most valuable resources. “We always have water and the boat launch in the back of our minds,” Ms. Juras said. Near the end of the meeting, two community members stated their approval of the bylaw, explaining the village needs something to jumpstart its economy. See A3

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The realities of coping with the responsibilities of daily life at home alone can translate into a nightmare for some seniors. But the Family Resource Centre has hired Jennifer Lindal as the provincially funded Better At Home co-ordinator, to lend a helping hand to those who wish to maintain their independence at home. It’s all about paying it forward, reducing isolation and building healthy relationships with your neighbours, Ms. Lindal told The Echo last week. “When I saw that we had an (internal) posting for this (job), I felt really strongly that seniors should get to stay in their own homes for as long as (they) can,” said Ms. Lindal. “As long as there’s not a medical reason.” The Better At Home program helps seniors accomplish non-medical tasks to remain living at home and stay connected with their communities through a collective effort. “We’ll have both volunteers and paid staff and subcontractors who will do many different jobs to support seniors in many different facets (of life, such as) friendly visits, transportation… it’s called the Columbia Valley Better At Home program so there are programs all the way from Canal Flats to Spillimacheen,” said Ms. Lindal. “That’s over 100 kilometres,

and that makes us unique to any of the other pilot projects. In that, there are lots of seniors in our outlying communities who can’t get to places they need to for their doctor’s appointments and to buy their groceries, so transportation was a huge part of the reason as to why we need a program like this.” Ms. Lindal believes the distance spanning the Columbia Valley means that some seniors are left at home in isolation. She expects to help others improve their quality of life with a supportive team by lending a helping hand with housekeeping, yard work and snow shovelling. “We have a sliding scale for payment,” said Ms. Lindal, “so, depending on a senior’s income, it will depend on that (to determine) what they will pay. It goes right from paying for the service fully down to a free service.” She clarified that the friendly visits and transportation are free services for every senior within the Columbia Valley. However, seniors who wish to have help with housekeeping and yard work will be required to pay for the service. It remains unknown when the program will be launched, but Ms. Lindal is optimistic the program will run soon. “In this catchment area, we do have 980 seniors over the age of 65, which was one of the criteria for us to be eligible for this program here,” concluded Ms. Lindal.

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Recommendations welcomed by Ktunaxa Nation Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The opportunity for Canada to acknowledge the common experiences of physical, psychological and sexual abuse of First Nations children who were forced to assimilate at Indian Residential Schools has arrived — and so has the opportunity to learn from history. Residential school survivors from the Ktunaxa Nation are optimistic the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada’s final report released on June 2nd will help families heal from their devastating experiences and gain access to improved educational programs. “The Ktunaxa Nation is supportive of the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and all the recommendations in its report,” said Kathryn Teneese, Ktunaxa Nation council chair, in a recent press release. “The impacts of the residential schools are still felt in every aboriginal community in Canada every day. This dark legacy cannot be relegated to the pages of history books or ignored. All Canadians must make the effort to hear the stories of those who survived the residential schools.” The 382-page summary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission report revealed the shocking scale of abuse that First Nations children were historically faced with, which has now ultimately resulted in 94

recommendations to resolve conflicts from the past. to the reconciliation process.” “Only through understanding where this pain and But the road to recovery won’t be an easy one. anguish comes from can the reconciliation and heal“The Ktunaxa Nation has charted its own healing ing journey begin,” continued Ms. Teneese, while path and this is reflected in the work we do with our noting the recommendations outlined in the report partners including schools, colleges, corporations range from mandatory education in public schools and governments,” said Ms. Teneese. “The recomto enacting federal legislation to revitalize and pre- mendations made today by the commission can supserve the cultures. port us on this path, but we need engagement from “Education is a powerful way in which we will walk leadership at all levels of government across Canatoward truth and reconciliation,” said David Walls, da and more importantly Canadians to ensure that President and CEO of College of the Rockies, in an these recommendation do not fall by the wayside. statement issued after the release of the TRC’s re“Reconciliation is not to forgive and forget, but to report. “We acknowledge the painful legacy of residen- member, so we do not repeat the mistakes of the past.” tial schools, and agree that all Canadians must hear the stories of those who survived these schools. College of the Rockies is committed to working with all partners in government, MANAGER, INVESTMENTS schools, corporations and communiBased in any of our four offices, this position builds and maintains financial ty to build understanding regarding relationships and manages and develops the Trust’s regional investment the legacy of residential schools. portfolio. “College of the Rockies is very ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN proud of our 40 year history of workBased in our Castlegar office, this position processes accounts payables and ing with Ktunaxa, Shuswap, and Meprovides general financial and accounting support to the departments. tis people, and they remain valued colleagues, relatives and friends,” Apply by June 26, 2015. Mr. Wells continued. “We will continView complete job descriptions at cbt.org/careers. ue to commit our hearts and minds

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The District of Invermere (DOI) has recently added options to a program that helps residents reduce their water bills and their environmental footprints. The Building Incentive Rebate program offers prospective home builders and renovators the chance to save money on environmentally friendly building projects. There are two main additions to the program. The DOI is offering a $1,000 incentive for residents with homes heated by fuel oil who are looking to make a change. In addition, commercial business owners and residential home owners can apply for a $100 incentive for every new, more efficient toilet they purchase. The Building Incentive Rebate program was originally created in 2010 to support the DOI’s greenhouse reduction strategy. “We wanted to devise an incentive system to encourage home owners to reduce their

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greenhouse gasses,” DOI chief administrative officer Chris Prosser said. “We have now expanded to offering incentives for the whole community, including local businesses.” The incentives that were previously available are still offered, the largest of which is a $5,000 rebate on building a single family home that earns an EnerGuide rating of 83 or higher. EnerGuide ratings measure a home’s energy performance in an effort to establish more energy-efficient homes in Canada. Homes within the 80 to 90 range are deemed energy efficient. The current Canadian goal, set by the Government of Canada, is that all new homes should earn an EnerGuide rating of 80 or higher. The DOI has made green development a priority, which could save residents intent on building or renovating, hundreds or thousands of dollars in the short-term, and even more in the long-term in efficiency savings. For more information, contact the DOI at 250-342-9281.

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The residents referenced the 81 recent layoffs at the Canfor mill in Canal Flats. Canal Flats council will make a decision on the rezoning bylaw during an upcoming regular meeting on June 22nd. The council will be able to choose to either pass the bylaw, fail it or request changes, at which point there would be another public hearing.

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Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The eighth annual big book sale is returning to the Columbia Valley this summer. Friends of the Invermere Public Library are encouraging community bookworms to donate used books of any genre to the Invermere Public Library before the July 9th deadline. “The book sale isn’t until July 7th, but at this point, we would like to remind people that we will gladly take their used books, which helps them do their spring cleaning or empty their bookshelves,” said Lynda Tutty, Friends of the Invermere Public Library chair. “We like to say, ‘we accept gently used books’.” Ms. Tutty estimates that roughly 10,000 books have been donated to the event in the past, and is optimistic to see the fundraiser’s continued success this year. “That would be our goal,” she said. “We have in the past made about $10,000 over the last couple of years for the library. This (money) is (used) for the extras at the library. It helps them put on children’s programs, and at one

point there were some improvements to the children’s area.” In addition, the proceeds have been put toward purchasing books on tape, DVDs and new books as well. Library programming benefits from the fundraiser as 100 per cent of the profits are used to cover the costs of initiatives that don’t fall under the library’s budget. “It’s for the above and beyond,” said Ms. Tutty. “The extras that we try to have and finance. It also helps us take care of special programs that are supported by fundraising.” There are some restrictions in the criteria for acceptable donations. “We ask people not to bring us National Geographics, textbooks or computer manuals please,” said Ms. Tutty. But the sky is the limit for everything else. “We take books of all genres, then sort them into dozens of categories,” she said. “The books are very organized so (shoppers) can browse for what they’re looking for or find something that they didn’t know they wanted.”

The best way to free up room on your bookshelves is to donate your unwanted, gently used books to the annual Friends of the Invermere Public Library fundraiser, which benefits the Invermere library’s programming. Photo by breanne massey

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For a small village that’s in dire need of some building blocks on which to found a community in need of growth, it does seem contradictory that a majority of Canal Flats villagers are vocally opposed to a development that promises to almost double the population at peak times during the year. Since having suffered the huge loss of almost 100 layoffs by Canfor at its Canal Flats mill, local officials have been pushing forward with a new branding initiative for the village in an effort to attract more outside investment in the form of new visitors, new residents and new businesses.

It would be a difficult sell to convince serious business owners to set up shop in Canal Flats when there is hardly the population to support any new ventures. As it stands, the village sustains one small grocery story, one pub, one restaurant as well as some standard amenities like a hockey arena, community hall and elementary school — all with a population of about 800, of which 400 signed the petition opposing the proposed RV resort that has villagers up in arms. What council needs to do at this point is address the concerns it heard at the public hearing by asking the developer for more information prior to making a decision. No environmental studies have been re-

quested of the developer at this point because they come at a cost that isn’t worth justifying until the project garners enough support. But now that public sentiment has been gauged and is clearly in favour of protecting Columbia Lake and the surrounding pristine wilderness, it’s up to council to demand — and the developer to supply — data that appeases these concerns. Also, consideration should be given to whether or not temporary residents qualify for free use of the community boat launch. If the results are satisfactory, then the application can be further refined or ultimately the rezoning bylaw is denied. It’s a gamble the developer should be forced to take prior to council approving the bylaw.

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funded by a government that has bought into Friedman’s economic worldview. It is being questioned and denigrated by the Fraser Institute, an Hats off to Kevin Nimmock for his June 3rd editorial,“Fraser system should get a failing grade.” Right wing “think tanks” such as the organization with a skewed outlook on what should constitute Fraser Institute and the CD Howe Institute, funded by the largest education for the masses. Christy Clark’s government is funding private schools to 50 per banks and corporations in Canada, have a very specific agenda. That agenda has to do with furthering the interests of the very cor- cent with taxpayers’ money. Can you see how this type of subtle manipulation by the Fraser Institute may be porations and the financial community (the If citizens can be driving government policies? rich 1 per cent) that fund them. The Fraser Institute is based on and enconvinced that the public The Fraser Institute is not interested in “the common people.” couraged by the ideology of the late Milton schools are in crisis, they It is a tool of the political and corporate Friedman and his Chicago School of Ecowill be more likely to elite. It is all about elimination of the public nomics. Friedman’s free market, free trade, sphere, total liberation for corporations, maunfettered capitalism, globalization and support privitization. jor cuts to social spending, and tax cuts to big “privatize everything” doctrine has become increasingly popular with governments, both provincial and fed- business and multinationals. To understand better what is really driving “think tanks” like the Fraeral, in this country. The Fraser Institute, in keeping with Friedman’s ideas, likes to cre- ser Institute, I recommend Naomi Klein’s book The Shock Doctrine. I also recommend that our school administrators and teachers ate a sense of crisis. If citizens can be convinced that the public schools are in crisis, they will be more likely to support privatiza- give little credibility to the findings of the Fraser Institute. tion. I suggest readers research “charter schools” and what is hapLynn Askey pening to education in the U.S. Our once exceptional B.C. public school system is being under- Invermere

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“It must have been when I was in high school during social studies classes. I became more aware of the system ten years ago when I started working with First Nations people.”

Fire ban partially rescinded in Southeast Fire Centre Effective since noon on Thursday, June 4th, Category 2 open fires are once again permitted in the Southeast Fire Centre due to a decreased risk of wildfires. The public is now permitted to burn waste, slash or other materials in a pile not exceeding two metres in height and three metres in width. The rescinding of this prohibition does not include Category 3 fires. A map of the Category 3 prohibition area is available online at: http://bit.ly/1Qa2mZQ. For more information on the difference between campfires, Category 2 fires and Category 3 fires, please visit: http://bit. ly/1GlhE9l. The rescinding of the Category 2 open fire prohibition applies to all BC Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of a local government that has forest fire prevention bylaws and is serviced by a fire department. Anyone contemplating lighting an open fire should first check with local authorities to see if any other burning restrictions are in effect. Anyone planning to conduct an open

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Beer price hikes hit craft beers harder JEFF NAGEL BC Local News

B.C. beer drinkers are generally paying more for their brew since the provincial government’s liquor pricing reforms took effect in April. New Democrats released an analysis that shows more than 85 per cent of beer types now cost more than they did in March while less than 10 per cent have gone down in price. Attorney General Suzanne Anton had predicted there would be no significant price increases with the move to standard wholesale prices and said critics were “beer mongering.” The typical price increase is not large — about 2.8 per cent — but the price hikes are more likely to hit craft beer lovers than those who quaff beer from big labels like Budweiser and Molson, which are largely unchanged. Several beers from Victoria’s Driftwood Brewery are up at least seven per cent, as is Delta-brewed Four Winds IPA, and some varieties from Kelowna’s Tree Brewing are up nearly 17 per cent. More than 200 varieties of beer are up at least five per cent since March. The Opposition called the changes a stealth beer tax. “Despite repeated promises that beer prices wouldn’t increase, the B.C. Liberals’ ‘wholesale price reform’, has now resulted in retail price increases for B.C. beer,” NDP leader John Horgan said. Private stores now pay the same wholesale price as the government liquor stores, which have been allowed to open Sundays and sell cold beer. The system was supposed to create a level playing field for retailers while maintaining the government’s total revenue at $1 billion a year from the wholesale liquor markup. Craft beer fans fear higher prices will hurt their booming industry. “Our vibrant craft beer community will pay more for no discernable reason other than a government cash grab,” said Ari Dressler, president See A8

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Artist treats students to Haida Gwaii cultural lesson Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com Jack Olson grasped a small wooden handle and watched patiently as the metal blade on the opposite end of the hand carving tool gently cut into a 24’ x 2’ cedar log. The face of a raven emerged amidst a cohort of animals that signify creation for the coastal indigenous people on Haida Gwaii. Twenty Grade 3 and 4 students from Windermere Elementary School huddled around the primitive sculpture, rubbing their fingers gently against the the unfinished cedar log and asking Mr. Olson questions about the project at rapid speed. “I’ve completed a number of totem poles now,” he explained to the crowd of excited children. Mr. Olson began carving roughly 15 years ago and, eight years ago, he began specializing in building custom-made totem poles as an exhibiting artist. “My son lives in Victoria so I go and visit him all the time,” he said. “That was one of the reasons. The (totem) poles are downtown and he lives really close by.” Mr. Olson believes his childhood roots have also influenced his decision to learn about First Nation arts and culture. “I was born and raised on the coast, so I lived among the poles until I was about 16,” said Mr. Olson. “I never realized how it influenced me until later. It came back to me in my later years, and when it did, I went around to find a master Haida carver (who) would give me some workshops to learn how to do everything and I just went from there.” Totem poles communicate cultural beliefs and values with symbols and figures carved onto poles, posts and pillars. The images commonly represent characters or events in a story that revisit familiar legends, clan lineages or notable events. Mr. Olson might not be of Haida Gwaii heritage, but he has ties to the Metis nation. “My grandmother was French-Metis,” he said, noting the connection remains near and dear to his heart. The Windermere Elementary students, who are currently studying the Haida Gwaii at school, were eager to make comparisons between the painted totem poles and the one Mr. Olson was working on during their field trip. He was impressed by their reactions and spent time answering questions patiently. “My neighbour’s children (came) over and saw the totem poles,” he said with a smile. “They thought it would be a great idea for the school to come down and have a look at my work because they’re studying Haida Gwaii right now. It relates to the totem poles really Windermere Elementary School Grade 3 and 4 students visited carver Jack Olson to learn well and a lot of them really know the stories and myths of the Haida, about totem poles. Mr. Olson provided a comprehensive overview of the Haida Gwaii culture to Photo by Breanne Massey so it’s great that they can come to see the stories on the totem poles.” the students during a tour through his backyard workshop.

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Filipino immigrant credits Columbia Valley with providing a better life

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kids and greener pastures because you’re living day-by-day in the Philippines. It’s really hard to get ahead Emelisa Ombing made the Colum- there.” Ms. Ombing spent four years working bia Valley home when she immigrated as a housekeeper at Sunchaser Villas. from the Philippines in 2008. “My stepping stone was to (become) She left a career in global logistics distribution, handling shipments for a temporary foreign worker,” she exan import and export business in plained, noting how the experience Southeast Asia, to start working as a changed her family’s life. “There were foreign worker for Sunchaser Villas in jobs for housekeepers at Riverside Villa Management (which manages SunFairmont. “I came for a better life,” said Ms. chaser Villas). They needed 14, I think, Ombing. “And I (knew) that Canada and I was one of the lucky applicants.” Ms. Ombing credits a friend, who alhas better education for both of my ready worked there, for referring Frances Louise her to the program. (Weston) Hassi “We were luckily chosen by the management at Riverside,” she Dec. 26, 1923June 4, 2015 said with a smile. “That’s how Frances spent her early years on we started. I was a housekeeper the family farm in McMurdo BC. from 2008 until 2012.” She moved to Radium at age 16 to finish school and work for her Uncle Ms. Ombing resigned from her John and Aunt Jessie Blakely at Blakely’s Hotel. She moved post as a housekeeper in the on to become a telephone operator for BC Tel in Vancouver spring of 2012 and went back to before marrying her first husband, Roy. They raised their three children, Ed, Hugh and Darlene on a small farm in Langley BC. school to complete the sevenFrances eventually came home to the Columbia Valley where month Health Care Assistant cershe married her second husband, Ted Haasi. Ted and Frances enjoyed retired life together, traveling and gardening, until tificate program at the College of Ted’s passing. Frances kept herself busy with needlework, the Rockies. reading, friends and enjoyed a good game of solitaire. Frances was predeceased by her parents Ed and Edna But the demands of the hospitalWeston, her brother Walter Verge Sr, her sisters Metta ity industry pulled Ms. Ombing Harrison and Barbara Duby Frances will be loving remembered by her youngest brother back into the cleaning business. Jim (Betty), her sons Ed (Noreen), Hugh (Joanne), daughter Ms. Ombing opened up JBeneDarlene, grandchildren Jason, Christopher, Tracy, Kayla, Kate, dict Cleaning Services to offer Aidan, Aileen, Mahri, and great grandchildren Stephanie, Avery and Davis. help to commercial, private, Thank you to the wonderful staff at Columbia House for all vacation and rental property your care and kindness to our mother and grandmother. A service will be held Friday June 12 at 2 p.m., All Saints owners. Later, she began workChurch Edgewater BC. Tea to follow at the Edgewater Legion. ing as the managing partner for Radium Chalet and last year became a co-owner of Invermere Dry Cleaners. “I’m doing everything now,” she said with a chuckle, noting there are up to 50 clients at JBenedict Cleaning Services. “What I’m doing is I call somebody (to help me). If it’s really busy and if they can’t, I do it myself... it’s really busy with housekeeping and laundry. It’s really a In partnership with

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Since Emelisa Ombing immigrated to Canada from the Philippines in 2008, she has been an entreprenerial powerhouse, having started up two new businesses and acquiring two more. Photo by breanne massey good deal.” Ms. Ombing is eager to work hard and raise her children in the Columbia Valley. She’s also setting up another business known as A&B Mabuhay Capital with a partner in Calgary to help with small cash loans, ranging from $1,000

to roughly $10,000. “I want it to work out and be great,” she said with a smile. “I really like it here in the valley because (we’re) living a simple life. It’s a great place to work and do business, so I didn’t have to give up my career.”

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of the Campaign for Real Ale B.C.. “The updated pricing model is hugely disappointing for the consumer.” According to the Liquor Distribution Branch, prices are reviewed and changed on an ongoing basis according to demand, profitability and other factors. Price increases and promotional discounts applied in June may have made some beer types more or less expensive. Anton said the government fully supports the B.C. craft beer industry, which has seen sales triple in five years. “Let’s put things in perspective: every month, some prices go up and some prices go down — just as any other retail cost of goods — but we’re talking about cents here,” Anton said in an emailed statement. “At the end of the day, it’s up to consumers to decide how much they want to pay for a product and where they want to shop.” To compare beer pricing from March 31st to June, visit www.scribd.com/doc/267710964/Beer-Pricing-March31-to-June.

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Landslide survivor brings book to Invermere KEVIN NIMMOCK kevin@invermerevalleyecho.com To commemorate the third anniversary of the tragic 2012 Johnson’s Landing landslides, author Amanda Bath is touring the Columbia Valley with her new memoir, Disaster in Paradise: The Landslides in Johnson’s Landing. Bath will be giving a talk at Bishop’s Book Store and Coffee Lounge in Invermere on Tuesday, June 16th at 6 p.m. She will be talking about her community’s loss and informing residents about how to read the signs of an oncoming natural disaster. Knowing the signs of a disaster can be a necessary step towards preventing injuries. Considering how the Columbia Valley experienced its own flooding and landslides in 2012, this event will be of great interest to residents and visitors. Bath’s escape from her home after the second of two landslides was caught on video by a television news team who had left the same beach minutes earlier and the footage went viral on YouTube. The writing of Disaster in Paradise was therapeutic for Bath, carrying her through the painful months that followed. Disaster in Paradise is the story of Bath and her community’s struggles in the wake of the crisis. In total, the landslides destroyed six homes and killed four people. For more information on the event, please contact Bishop’s Book Store at 250-688-0684

with (Mexican music). That’s what began my love of Mexican music,” he said, adding that other types of Latin music also began winning him over. Landa moved to Vancouver in 1991 and within a couple years founded The Paperboys, an acclaimed Juno-award-winninggroup which has released eight albums and played to sold out crowds around the globe.The Paperboys play Mexican Son Jarocho mixed with a variety of other genres

Moving from Mexico City to Thunder Bay Ontario at the age of 15 was a big change for musician Tom Landa, who founded The Paperboys 20 years ago and most recently the Latin group, Locarno. “I moved from a city of 26 million people to a town of 113,000,” he said, “and I moved at the beginning of February, so the beginning of their winter. It was a huge culture shock and a change for me for sure.” But Landa loved it, he immersed himself in the Canadian culture and spoke only English for a time, getting into Canadian music and taking up the guitar. Landa will perform with his group Locarno at Bud’s Bar and Lounge in Invermere on Saturday, June 13th at 8 p.m. Locarno, a Latin band led by Juno-award winning musician Music has been top Tom Landa, will play at Bud’s Bar and Lounge on June 13th. of Landa’s mind since PHOTO SUBMITTED he was young, taking in all the styles of music in Mexico, as well like Irish, country, bluegrass, pop and funk. Landa said he started Locarno to dive as heavy metal and hard rock. “I was a little rocker kid,” he said, revealing deeper into Mexican and Latin music, singing entirely in Spanish with Mexican and Cuhis love for AC/DC, Motley Crue and KISS. He started listening to lighter stuff when ban Son, Folk Music, Pop and Funk. Locarno he got to Canada, he said, music by 54-40, is a fusion band, Landa said, blending contemporary with traditional elements. Grapes of Wrath and Spirit of the West. “It’s danceable, it’s fun and it’s Latin muIn high school Landa was part of a band and ended up winning a local competition, sic, without being a straight-up Salsa or Meearning some money to record and buy ringue band.” Get $20 tickets to the show at Tiffany’s Thsome equipment. In his mid-twenties Landa became more redz and Pynelogs, and at the door if still interested in his Mexican roots and fell in available. Only 100 tickets to the show will love with a Mexican American band called be sold. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more on Locarno visit www.locarnoLos Lobos. “There was a certain amount of nostalgia music.com. *With files from the Invermere Valley Echo that came along with being reacquainted

Regional District of East Kootenay Toby Benches Official Community Plan Visioning Workshop

You are invited to attend a visioning workshop as part of the Toby Benches planning process. Participants at this workshop will help identify a future vision for the Toby Benches. During this session residents will discuss policies that may be included in the Official Community Plan. All interested parties are invited to attend the introductory meeting: Wednesday, June 17th, 2015 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce 651 Highway 93/95, Invermere BC If you are unable to attend, there will be other opportunities later in the planning process to comment. However, the more people who are able to participate in the workshop, the more representative the draft policies will be. Residents are strongly encouraged to attend. For further information, please contact Kris Belanger, Planner, at 250-489-6903 or toll free at 1-888-478-7335 or email kbelanger@rdek.bc.ca. 19 - 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

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This excellent photograph of a heron looking regal in its cloak of feathers while relaxing on a dock on the east shore of Taynton Bay (Lake Windermere) was submitted to us by Pioneer astronomy columnist Brian Fenerty. PHOTO BY BRIAN FENERTY

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

2009 — The Columbia Valley Bighorns competed in a tournament in Canmore. The Bighorns defeated the Canmore Wolverines 20-10 before losing two close games. ECHO FILE PHOTO

years ago (1960): 15 Shetland and Welsh ponies were transported to the newly contructed campsite at Sinclair Creek. The ponies were brought in to provide trail rides for young campers throughout the summer. Wallace McKenzie, the owner of the new campsite, also owned a pony farm in Ohio. The campsite was created to become a major tourist attractant in the valley.

years ago (1970): “Who Is Harry Kellerman and Why Is He Saying Those Terrible Things About Me,” a Dustin Hoffman film, was shot partly in Windermere. Bruno Engler of Invermere was an assistant camera-man for the project. The film still holds the record for having the longest title of any Oscar-nominated movie.

years ago (1975): The Fairmont Shopping Plaza commenced operations with the opening of Eddie’s Fairmont Grocery. Judy and Eddie Semenzin had

holidayed in the valley frequently, before decided to open the grocery store. The store carried a full line of groceries and fresh meat was brought in every Thursday when it was first opened.

years ago (1985): A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the official opening of the Windermere Valley Museum for the 1985 season. The ceremony also marked the opening of the Jim Dilworth Cabin and the Kootenay Display. Mayor Joe Conroy and curator Winnifred Weir were on hand during the ceremony.

years ago (2000): After May long weekend, forestry crews led by Kreg Sky collected 1,445 beer cans, 185 pop cans and over 200 beer bottles from one main party site near Thompson landing. The $151 recieved for the recycled items was given to Big Brothers and Sisters of the Upper Columbia Valley.

years ago (2005): The annual Windermere Valley Literacy Golf Tournament was held at the Radium Resort. Keynote speaker Lee-Ann Lechman spoke about the struggles she had with literacy before working with tutor Wendy Brown. Notable valley residents, included Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky, participated in the tournament. Proceeds were donated to a variety of literacy causes in the area.

years ago (2010): Members of the Akisqnuk First Nation Band met to hold elections for chief and council. Lorne Shovar, a council member since 2004, was elected as chief. Marguerite Cooper, Beatrice Stevens, Allan Nicholas and Samantha Sam were elected to council. “I am excited to move forward and to get to the point where our members and our community can prosper,” Shovar said. Shovar was elected as chief by virtue of winning the most votes of any candidate for council.

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JUNE 10th - 16th 10TH : WEDNESDAY

• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 7:30 p.m.: DTSS Junior concert at DTSS gym. Silver collection at the door.

11TH : THURSDAY

• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. • 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 7 p.m.: Texas Hold ‘em Tournament every Thursday at Invermere Legion. • 7:30 p.m.: DTSS Senior Concert at DTSS gym. Silver collection at the door.

12TH : FRIDAY

• 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.: The Horsethief 20TH : SATURDAY Creek Pub & Eatery will be • Radium Days starting at Brent’s donating 15 % of all net food sales Shack with a pancake breakfast, to the Radium Public Library. then a parade on main street, followed by a magic show with The 15TH : MONDAY Amazing Jeremy at Legends Field. • 9 a.m.: Ram into Summer Golf Also, there will be a kids zone ﬁlled Tournament, at Radium Golf with fun and activities. Course. 10 a.m. shotgun start. • 5th annual Branch Out bike tour. Dinner, prizes and more. Visit • 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.: Join SYC at Radium radiumhotsprings.com for details. Days. SYC centre opens at 4 p.m. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment • 9 a.m.: Aboriginal Day Festival at Readiness program. Must preLakeshore Resort & Campground register. Email summit.centre@ with a fundraising pancake gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. breakfast. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for life • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere program. Farmers & Artists Market, every • 7 p.m.: Windermere District Saturday, June 20th - September Social Services Society AGM at 13th in downtown Invermere. Best Western Invermere Inn. For more information visit invermerefarmersmarket.net 16TH : TUESDAY • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: The Brits Best • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Cooking workshop. Classics car show, showcases • 6:30 - 8 p.m.: Open house for many examples of British vehicles. New Community Hall at Invermere • 2 p.m.: Windermere Valley Community Hall. Formal Museum Open House Tea. presentation followed by a formal Celebrating 100 years of the Q&A period. Discover the design railway trunk line, from Golden of the new community hall. to Cranbrook. Guest speaker and • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: SYC Opt night. refreshments. Have one of your youth workers • 4 - 8 p.m.: BeerFest at Fairmont accompany you to the clinic and Hot Springs Resort Ski Area. assist you with the resources you Sample 80+ brews from over 34 need. breweries. Live music by Cod th rd Gone Wild. Tickets are $49 (plus JUNE 17 23 tax). • 8 - 11 p.m.: BeerFest After Party 17TH : WEDNESDAY with live music by Valley Forged at • 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski program. Must pre-register. Email Chalet. Included in BeerFest ticket summit.centre@gmail.com or call price. Shuttle service available 250-342-3033. from Invermere & Windermere. • 6 -8 p.m.: SYC Trivia Night.

• 5 - 9 p.m.: REACH Art show, artist opening event at Pynelogs Art Gallery. • 6 - 8 p.m.: SYC Games Night. • 8 - 10 p.m.: A Mainstream Dance with The Columbia Valley Twirlers, hosting a square dance weekend, June 12th & 13th, at the Community Hall in Radium. 18TH : THURSDAY For more information call Albert • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. Robideau at 250-347-6573. • 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 13TH : SATURDAY 250-342-3033. • 9 - 11 a.m.: The Columbia Valley Twirlers Funshop Dance at the 19TH : FRIDAY Radium Community Hall. For more • 4 - 7 p.m.: Kickoff to the 4th information call Albert Robideau Annual Beerfest at Fairmont Hot at 250-347-6573. springs Resort ski area. Long • 7 p.m.: SYC Foosball tournament Drive Competition at Fairmont Hot night. Springs Airport. $15 for 3 balls. • 7:30 - 10 p.m.: The Columbia Proceeds beneﬁt Columbia Valley Valley Twirlers mainstream dance Golf Trail Junior Tour. at the Radium Community Hall. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere on the For more information call Albert Lake Art Walk from June 19th to Robideau at 250-347-6573. September 11th every Friday. For more information visit 14TH : SUNDAY theartwalk.ca • 10:30 p.m.: St. David’s United • 6 p.m.: SYC Rockband Night. Church Chamber Choir from Calgary • 7 - 11 p.m.: Mountainside Grille joins for worship with Christ Church BBQ. Live music by Ted Alexander. Trinity. No cover.

COMING SOON... JUNE

24TH : WEDNESDAY

• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 5:30 - 7 p.m.: Spaghetti supper at Christ Church Trinity. $15 adults, $5 child. JUNE

25TH : THURSDAY

• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. • 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. JUNE

26TH : FRIDAY

• Summer at Panorama opening weekend. Start with the Mile 1 Express for downhill mountain biking & hiking, the pools &

waterslides, PanoKids camps and more. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere on the Lake Art Walk from June 19th to September 11th every Friday. For more information visit theartwalk.ca • 6 p.m.: SYC Karaoke Night. JUNE

27TH : SATURDAY

• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show & Sale at the Village Country Inn, corner of St. Joseph and Canyon Avenue, Radium. Local Artists at work. • 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.: Artym Gallery shows Sandy Graves and David Langevin exhibition till July 3. • 7 p.m.: SYC Movie and popcorn night.

HOURS INVERMERE LIBRARY

• Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m • Wednesday: 10 a.m - 8 p.m. • Thurs.– Saturday: 10 a.m - 5p.m.

RADIUM LIBRARY

• Tuesday: 6 - 8 p.m. • Wed - Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

WINDERMERE VALLEY MUSEUM • Everyday: 10 p.m. - 4 p.m.

INVERMERE THRIFT STORE

• Thurs - Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

RADIUM THRIFT STORE

• Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Fri - Saturday: 12 - 4 p.m.

SUMMIT YOUTH CENTRE

• Tuesday: 5 - 9 p.m. • Wednesday: 4 - 9 p.m. • Thursday: 5 - 9 p.m. • Fri - Saturday: 6 - 11 p.m.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week expect to gain a better understanding of things that have confounded you in the past. Someone comes into your life to play the role of teacher.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, others are sure to take notice of your work ethic and impressive accomplishments this week. If you keep quiet, recognition may pass you by.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, don’t be afraid to readjust your work schedule if you are running out of gas. You can handle multiple projects at once, but don’t do so at the expense of your health.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Fun conversations with a friend prove to be a great way to start your week, Taurus. Things will continue to progress on a positive note throughout the week.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, stay true to your faith this week. Don’t feel you have to change to fit in with the masses. Uniqueness is to be prized, and your faith can guide you.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, attention to detail is a staple of your work ethic. Try not to get too caught up in the minor details, as you might end up missing the big picture

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, make an effort to more effectively manage life at work and at home this week. The fruits of your labors will pay off with more productivity at work and more family time at home.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Worrying about something you can’t change will only bring on more stress, Libra. Trust that things will work out and don’t worry about things you can’t control.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, be there for a friend who needs you in the coming days. This friend has been there to support you in the past, so now it’s your turn to provide support.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, do not hesitate to share your personal goals with others in your life. Your loved ones are there to offer their support and encourage you to do your best.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your ideas are met with encouragement and optimism this week. Stick with your plans and allow others’ encouragement to fuel you as you work toward your goals.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 This week you are more comfortable relaxing and engaging in fun pursuits, Pisces. Immerse yourself in creative projects.

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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.

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The Free Press, Fernie, BC The Free Press has an immediate opening for an Editor for its weekly community newspaper. You will work closely with the publisher to help set the editorial vision for this newspaper and as Editor, you will take a lead role in community engagement, which means getting involved in different organizations to promote the newspaper’s role and brand in the community. Must have experience with InDesign. You will have experience in website content management, with the aim to grow online readership, while still preserving print readership. You will have a thorough understanding of how to use social media to enhance our print and online editions as well as expand our brand. This job requires a tremendous amount of effort and time in order to be successful and we are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team. Compensation for this position will be based on experience and qualifications. There is an excellent benefits package as well as a car allowance and other related benefits. A reliable vehicle is required. Fernie is considered by many one of the most desirable places in the province, if not the country, to live. People come for the skiing and stay for the lifestyle. Fernie offers a myriad of opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast, including skiing, mountain biking and fishing to name just a few. It is also a wonderful community to raise a family. Black Press Community News Media is an internationally recognized newspaper publishing group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications in BC, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio published at 14 regional printing centers. Black Press employs 3,300 people across North America. Please send resume, with cover letter, to Andrea Horton. We thank all of those who apply, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Andrea Horton Publisher The Free Press 342 2nd Avenue Box 2350 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Email: publisher@thefreepress.ca Deadline for resumes: Friday, June 12, 2015 No phone calls please.

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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.

CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY ST. PETER’S WINDERMERE ROMAN CATHOLIC RADIUM CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JESUS FELLOWSHIP CHRIST OF LATTER LUTHERAN MISSION VALLEY SHARED CHURCH DAY SAINTS OF INVERMERE MINISTRY #4 - 7553 Main Street W, 250-342-6167 ANGLICAN-UNITED Radium 5014 Fairway, 100 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor: Father Gabriel 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 Bacon, Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m Sundays, 9 a.m. Sundays Worship Services (Sept. - June) Bible Studies 1:30 p.m. Sundays St. Joseph’s Church Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Worship, Every Sunday:10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hwy. 93-95, Radium Hot Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Kids’ Church Invermere Springs 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.: All Edgewater Hall Sundays, 11 a.m. Saint’s, Edgewater Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - Oct. at St. Anthony’s Mission St. Peter’s Windermere Loving God, Corner of Luck and Dunn, Loving People Canal Flats All Saint’s, Edgewater. Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. St.Peter’s Windermere

LAKE WINDERMERE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE CHURCH ASSEMBLY 326 - 10th Ave., Invermere Hwy. 93/95, 1 km north 250-342-9535 of Windermere Pastor: Trevor Hagan 250-342-9511 Pastor: Murray Wittke lakewindermerealliance.org valleychristianonline.com Celebration Sunday June 14th10:30 a.m. Sunday Service Rebekah Hagan sharing 10 a.m. Worship & Word her experiences while Kid’s Church Provided serving in Thailand for eight months with the Sharing Truth “Onsire” program through Showing Love Ambrose University. Following the Spirit 7:00 p.m.“SING and CELEBRATE” Join us for an evening of singing great hymns of the faith; food; and fellowship!

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Reporter, Full Time The Free Press, Fernie, BC

The Free Press, a Black Press weekly publication in beautiful Fernie, B.C. is seeking an exceptional, full-time journalist/photographer to join our editorial team. We are seeking a candidate who will find and capture compelling stories and features and who will thrive in a deadline-driven environment to produce stories for our newspaper and online products. The successful candidate will be able to write stories, take photos and assist with online and social media responsibilities. Qualifications â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

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Applicants must own a reliable vehicle. This position will require the applicant to work evenings and weekends. All applicants please send resume and cover letter to:

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Andrea Horton Publisher The Free Press 342 Second Avenue Box 2350 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Email: Publisher@thefreepress.ca Deadline for resumes: Friday, June 12, 2015 Only those selected for interview will receive a response.

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The Council of the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality is considering Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw No. 0013, 2015. A public hearing to receive submissions will be held: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday, June 16th, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. Village of Radium Hot Springs Council Chambers 4836 Radium Blvd, Radium Hot Springs.

An Official Community Plan (OCP) is a provincially-mandated regulatory and long-range planning document that outlines the goals, vision, values, principles, objectives and policies of the municipality regarding land use, future growth, and development. The entire Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality is the subject of this bylaw. Schedule B10 of the OCP is a map showing the boundaries of the municipality. This notice is not an interpretation of the OCP. For more information, refer to the OCP package (Schedule A, Schedules B1 through B10 and â&#x20AC;&#x153;OCP Related Avalanche Materialâ&#x20AC;?) located on the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality website http://www.jgmrm.ca/documents.

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Alternatively, the OCP may be inspected at the Village of Radium Hot Springs office, 4836 Radium Blvd, during normal office hours. Rare opportunity to purchase private 150 acres 5 minutes from Cranbrook BC. Borders crown land on 3 sides. Mixture of timber and fields. Not in the ALR zoned RR60. Serious inquiries only, $648,000. 250-489-9234

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All persons who consider themselves affected by the adoption of the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 0013, 2015 and who wish to register an opinion may do so by: 1. Providing a written submission by mail, fax or email to be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, June 12th, 2015 (contact information below), or by; 2. Presenting written and/or verbal submissions at the public hearing. Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality PO Box 58, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 Fax: 250-347-9068 Email: Mark.Read@jgmrm.ca Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality, PO Box 58, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 'BY t +JMM -PHBO!SBEJVNIPUTQSJOHT DB

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An Evening of Dance was presented at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on the evening of Friday, June 5th by Peak Danceworks and the Stages School of Dance. The 31 dance numbers, which took place on a stage specially constructed for the event, featured over 60 young dancers, many of whom have performed in several competitions in B.C. and Alberta. PHOTOS BY BREANNE MASSEY

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A SPORTIN’ GOOD TIME

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There’s nothing like scorching temperatures over 30 C to make for a perfect, sunny weekend of sports in the Columbia Valley like this past weekend. Clockwise from top right: the Columbia Valley Football Club tournament at Mt. Nelson Athletic Park drew over 50 teams to Invermere on June 6th and 7th (Breanne Massey photo); golfers gear up for Family Fun Day at Coy’s golf course on June 6th (Dean Midyette photo); the Invermere Killer Rollbots roller derby team trounced Kimberley 237-100 on June 6th in their second home bout of the year (Nicole Trigg photo); the Gagne Logging Show was one of the highlights at Canal Days on June 6th in Canal Flats; some merry pranksters on a Canal Days parade float amused themselves cooling off the crowds (Breanne Massey photos).

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