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Affordable housing initiative in the works BREANNE MASSEY breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The stress of finding affordable housing amidst the high cost of living in the Columbia Valley has plagued many people in the Valley. The Family Resource Centre (FRC) will be working to put an end to the nightmare that many people have been facing when it comes to finding shelter for a reasonable price. Pat Cope, the executive director of the FRC, accepted a $9,500 Regional District of East Kootenay Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs 2015-16 approved project grant with the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) on June 22nd when the agreement was inked at the FRC. “The goal of that grant is to increase affordable housing in the Columbia Valley, so we’ll be using the Need and Demand (Assessment Update) study that was completed in June of 2013,” said Ms. Cope. The Need and Demand Assessment Update was developed to measure the market demands for affordable housing and to identify a collective approach to cater to the needs of individual communities within

the Columbia Valley. The FRC Affordable Housing Initiative is a twoyear initiative that begins with reviewing the findings within each community documented in the Need and Demand Assessment Update, determining building and land opportunities to build additional

The first phase of the initiative is to get us to a point where we can identify possible building sites within the valley (and) identify what is needed to build in those locations... PAT COPE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

affordable housing in each community, collaborating with stakeholders, prioritizing based upon need and opportunities the development of additional housing and seeking the funds to cover the cost of the initiative.

The second stage of the initiative will be finalizing funding and constructing additional housing throughout the Columbia Valley. “The first phase of the initiative is to get us to a point where we can identify possible building sites within the valley, identify what is needed to build in those locations and engage with those funders to identify funding streams and sources for the initiative.” said Ms. Cope, noting shelter is a basic need for human survival. “Finalizing the funding and developing the initiative would take place in the second year.” The FRC will be investigating a way to secure more funding for the housing initiative, as the initial request for a grant was for $45,000. The total cost of the initiative is expected to be around $53,000. “There are lots of important, meaningful initiatives,” concluded Ms. Cope. “I’m not focussing on this initiative with a negative outlook because we didn’t get all of our funding. I’m just glad that I didn’t have to decide who gets what, FRC will move forward with a positive attitude and stretch this grant money out as much as we can.”

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OLDER AND WISER... Graduates of the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers program at the College of the Rockies celebrated their achievements at Safta’s in Invermere on June 18th. See the full story on page 3. PHOTO BY KEVIN NIMMOCK

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Older grads celebrate new skills Kevin Nimmock kevin@invermerevalleyecho.com

It is traditionally around this time of year when seniors graduate from school and move on to new opportunities. This June, it is not just David Thompson Secondary School seniors who graduated. Participants from the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW) program at the College of the Rockies in Invermere took to Safta’s to celebrate their graduation on June 18th. The TIOW program offers 14 weeks of instruction of employment skills for prospective workers aged 55 to 64. Funding comes from a cost-shared initiative between the federal and provincial governments. “What we are finding is that older people... are wanting to either come back into the job market or are looking to change what they do,” said College of the Rockies Invermere campus manager Doug Clovechok. “By the time you reach 55, you have got a lot of life skills. So, how do you translate those skills and make yourself employable?” During the program’s 10-week in-class portion, students were instructed in many fields, including digital technology training, employment searching, updating resumes and working on confidence skills. The second part of the program was a fourweek work experience placement in the community. “Fifty per cent of the people in the program have jobs now,” said program coordinator Michelle Taylor said. “The others have resumes out and are in the process of hearing back for interviews.” Students who complete the program are also able to access $1,200 in additional online training in their chosen area of expertise. Linda P. Michel, a TIOW program graduate, said she applied because she wanted to improve her computer skills and learn about new employment opportunities. “We worked on Excel, PowerPoint and Word,” Michel said. “Our instruction on all the programs blended well into each other.” Michel said she was inspired by the facilitators who came in to talk about writing

business plans. She is now taking an online course to successfully write one of her own. In addition, Michel secured a work placement in Invermere. “I have a work placement right now at Invermere Physiotherapy as an administrative assistant and receptionist,” Michel said. Another grad, Shelley Shoemaker, said she also applied because she wanted to expand her knowledge of computers and workplace programs. Now that she is done the program, Shoemaker said her goal is to get a job in Invermere. “For now, I am comfortable taking online courses, so I will continue to do that,” Shoemaker said. Linda P. Michel “Hopefully it comes out to a job.” This year, the program had 27 applicants, of which 12 lucky people were selected. Clovechok said the program’s popularity, combined with its success, shows a shift in popular thinking around the Canadian job market. “As Canada struggles to find employees, we are looking at this demographic because a lot of people are saying that have to work longer,” Clovechok said. “There are lots of jobs here. From the resort industry to the restaurant industry, to office work that requires computer skills.” There are two more intakes this year for older people looking to gain employment skills. On September 8th and November 23rd, two new groups will begin their journey. Interviews will be held in July, so interested applicants should apply soon. Shelley Shoemaker Email invermere@cotr.bc.ca for more information.

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Valley may have new economic development service area next year Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

The Upper Columbia Valley may next year have a new service area — and correspondingly a new tax — designed to facilitate economic development. The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has already proposed a bylaw to create such as service area, and Invermere council voted unanimously at its June 23rd meeting to support it. “Potentially its a way of getting some things in the valley more equitably funded,” said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft, adding that the service area could be used to help fund the valley’s Visitor Information Centres, the new proposed resident attraction and retention plan, valley-wide marketing efforts, and even some of the groups and items for the district for which Invermere already pays a fee for service, such as the Lake Windermere Ambassadors or the Whiteway. Invermere council members have multiple times in the past pointed out that there are several such services or groups in the valley for which the bulk (or in some cases all) of the funding comes from Invermere, but which provide benefit to the other municipalities and rural areas in the valley. Councillor Greg Anderson voiced some concern

about how much taxes might increase as a result of the new service area, saying, “If it’s going to be an excessive increase I think we should have a discussion about it. If it’s a $300 (per home per year) increase we need to talk about it, but a three dollar (per home per year) increase we don’t need to talk about.” Taft responded that any tax money flowing from Invermere taxpayers through the new service area for existing groups will be offset by a deduction in how much the district gives that group as a fee for service. “So if, for instance, $30,000 a year was requisitioned from Invermere taxpayers for the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce through the new service area, then the district would correspondingly lower its direct fee for service that it gives to the chamber by $30,000,” said Taft, adding that the net effect would be Invermere taxpayers would pay the exact same amount, and that money would simply appear under a different heading on their tax bill. The Chamber, however, would benefit from the new service area since it would not only be getting the $30,000 requisitioned from Invermere taxpayers, but also tax money requisitioned from Radium Hot Springs, Canal Flats, RDEK Area F and Area G taxpayers. See A4

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Federal candidates discuss marijuana plans Kevin Nimmock kevin@invermerevalleyecho.com Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks has been a strong advocate for the continued criminalization of marijuana since being elected in 2011. While addressing the House of Commons on June 2nd, he panned Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau for his plan to legalize marijuana if elected. “The Liberal plan to legalize and normalize marijuana sends a message to youth that smoking marijuana is not only an acceptable activity but is one endorsed through government regulation,” Wilks said. “The Liberal leader’s policy is irresponsible. It ignores marijuana’s lasting and serious health effects.” Wilks’ stance is to continue restricting access to marijuana. He chairs the Conservative Law Enforcement Caucus and was instrumental in proposing changes to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, along with Minister of Health Rona Ambrose. The proposed changes would allow the Minister of Health and law officials to more easily control new drugs, combat illegal drug production and distribution, and more effectively ensure the compliance of the controlled substance industry. Decriminalizing marijuana would involve allowing for personal use, but continuing to police the sale and manufacturing of the drug. Legalization would lift all laws banning possession and personal use of marijuana. Don Johnston, the Kootenay-Columbia Liberal candidate, agrees with Trudeau’s plans. He said that, whatever happens, something needs to be done quickly about the way marijuana is handled in this country. “There was a recent World Health Organization study that found marijuana use among teenagers is

higher in Canada than any other country,” Johnston said. “What the Conservatives keep talking about is trying to keep it out of the hands of children or teenagers. The current policy is clearly failing in that one important element.” The Liberal mandate is to both decriminalize and legalize marijuana. Johnston said marijuana is a social, rather than criminal issue. “It is very expensive to incarcerate people, especially people who are not a risk to society,” Johnston said.

It is very expensive to incarcerate people, especially people who are not a risk to society. DON JOHNSTON MP LIBERAL CANDIDATE KOOTENAY-COLUMBIA

Johnston referenced the United States as an example of change occurring around marijuana legislation that is happening nearby. Twenty three states have decriminalized marijuana and four have fully legalized it to date. “If you had told me five years ago that the United States would be leading Canada in terms of its thinking and legislation around marijuana, I would have been stunned by the notion,” Johnston said. NDP candidate Wayne Stetski is also in favour of decriminalizing marijuana, though his approach to changing policy around the drug is far less aggressive than Johnston’s. Stetski said he is not in support of legalizing the drug at the federal level until it is clear what effects such a policy would have. “Decriminalizing at this points lets me then see

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Wilmer park future discussed submitted Regional District of East Kootenay

Twenty people turned out to a community meeting in Wilmer Wednesday (June 24th) night to discuss their vision for the future of the parcel of land historically known as Selkirk Park. “We started the night off with an overview of the RDEK parks system, followed by a history of the Selkirk Park property,” explains RDEK Electoral Area G Director Gerry Wilkie. “We then opened the floor up and had a really good community discussion about...what people would like to see done with the property.” The community meeting was the first step in seeking the community’s input on the fu-

ture of the park. The RDEK has created an online survey that will be open until July 5th. The link to the electronic survey is: https:// www.surveymonkey.com/s/selkirkpark. For those without a computer, hard copies will be available at the Columbia Valley RDEK Office until July 3rd. For the past 40 years, the Province has leased Selkirk Park to the RDEK for community park purposes, but it was never developed. This lease has now expired. If the community wishes to see the lease renewed, the RDEK needs to hear from the community in order to create a required management plan for the Province. The survey deadline is July 5th.

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how the legalization of marijuana would likely go and what the issues are around that for communities,” Stetski said. “Ultimately, it is (in) communities where you will find the impact.” He said in the short-term decriminalization is necessary to address overpopulation in prisons. “I do not think our court system and our jails are used effectively when you are dealing with relatively minor charges associated with marijuana,” Stetski said. “Looking at the recent decisions, our laws are currently out of step with where the Supreme Court of Canada seems to be going with their thinking.” The Supreme Court recently made a landmark decision by concluding that consumable forms of marijuana must be allowed for patients seeking medical marijuana. This decision has already made marijuana more accessible for patients looking to use it. Bill Green, the Green Party candidate for the Kootenay-Columbia riding, is also in favour of both legalizing and decriminalizing marijuana, in line with his party’s longtime stance. The party’s plans go beyond simply removing laws against possessing and manufacturing the drug. “We are talking about legalizing it in general and then associating it with research and education about risks and benefits,” Green said. “We are calling for studies in a medical context so doctors can prescribe it as a drug in the regulated drug system.” He said not enough has yet been done to fully understand the potential impacts of marijuana as a clinical drug. Moving forward, he wants to promote education around the positives and negatives associated with marijuana. Valley residents will get to decide their stance of marijuana in the October 19th federal election when they vote for which candidate to officially support.

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Taft did add that, however, that any new service or groups to get funding through the service area in the future would result in an increase in taxes for Invermere residents, but said that on a per home per year basis, it wouldn’t amount to much. “To get into the hundreds of dollars a year (in a per home tax increase) you’d have to be adding a service such as swimming pool or a multi-ice rink arena,” he said. The Upper Columbia Valley RDEK directors have proposed a weighted voting system for the new service area that would see all municipalities or rural areas with more than 2,500 people (Invermere and Area F) get two votes, while those with less than 2,500 people (Radium Hot Springs, Canal Flats and Area G) get one vote. An economic development services area is one of a handful of services areas that can be established by the RDEK without holding a referendum. The Upper Columbia Valley economic service area could be up and functional as early as 2016.

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The medical marijuana debate just got a lot closer to home. On June 22nd, the Kimberley city council voted to grant a business licence to a medical marijuana dispensary by the name of Tamarack Dispensary — and had to override one of its own bylaws to do so. That particular bylaw (No. 1325) requires that a business license applicant be compliant with federal regulations. Tamarack Dispensary was non-compliant because it did not have a Health Canada permit, but Kimberley’s lo-

cal government went ahead and approved the license anyways. The dispensary owners, Tamara and Rod Duggan, have assured council they will work closely with RCMP “to ensure legitimacy and accountability in our business operations,” and Kimberley’s mayor Don McCormick says he’s proud of council “for taking a progressive position on what is a controversial issue.” Two days later, on June 24th, the City of Vancouver approved a licensing system for illegal medical marijuana dispensaries — just two weeks after the Supreme Court of Canada unanimously rule that medical marijuana can be consumed in any form

people choose, not just smoking it. It’s a classic case of the cart getting away from the horse. The federal government is “outraged” according to Health Minister Rona Ambrose: at the Supremes for dictating what can be considered medicine, at Vancouver city council for regulating illegally produced and sold marijuana. MP David Wilks, undoubtedly, will be at odds with Kimberley council’s decision. But, as recent events show, the medical marijuana movement has become mainstream and Canadians aren’t willing to wait for the Conservatives to catch up on common sense and compassion.

OPINION

Radium mayor tuned in to community concerns A RUUNDOWN

long with 30 other B.C. Regional mayors and regional district board chairs, I participated in a training workshop delivered by the Local Government Leadership Academy to “enhance organizational and governance effectiveness” and to “explore best practices for meetings, strategic priority and political/administrative relations.” Sessions included in-depth discussions of the roles of councils in: • Making policy through decisions which fall within our delegated powers. • Setting direction by determining strategies to be pursued and services to deliver. • Representing the public interest by reflecting the broad interests of the community. This third item is likely of the most interest to the citizens so I will provide a bit more background on the specific responsibilities:

• Responding to inquiries by listening and conveying citizen concerns to staff without getting too involved in the day-to-day operations. • Advocating constituent concerns by speaking on behalf of a specific citizen, group or community interLARA ests or concerns to the rest of council. • Monitoring operations to ensure they are effective and efficient. • Ensuring transparency by adhering to high ethical and accountable standards that are open to public scrutiny. Mayors have the same responsibilities, but also act as chairs, facilitators, spokespeople, intermediaries and mentors. I think it goes without saying that most of us don’t come into the jobs with highly developed skill sets in all areas and will experience some growing pains! The workshop provided opportunities for sharing experiences and assisting each

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other with possible actions towards solutions of identified issues. As a new mayor, I was exposed to a wide variety of leaders from all over B.C., from a range of community sizes and types as well as experience levels, from first-time elected to office to having been an elected official for 40 years. Overall, a good learning experience, and I plan to incorporate some of the information into my work in the coming months. Meantime, back in Radium, thanks to volunteers, staff and sponsors who made Radium Day a hugely successful event. Our visitors with the Brits Best had a wonderful event and look forward to coming again next year — some had never been to our valley before and plan to spend more time next year. Another example of how valuable our events teams are as a part of overall tourism and economic development strategies. Clara Reinhardt is the mayor of the Village of Radium Hot Springs and a Regional District of East Kootenay director for the Columbia Valley.

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OPINION

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The next Jumbo installment This is what we achieve when Dear Editor: On June 18th, the B.C. government, by way of our Minister of Environment Mary Polak, announced that the Jumbo Glacier Resort (JGR) has not made a “substantial start.” The Jumbo Wild public is elated thinking Mary’s announcement means Jumbo will be wild forever. Yet the government is only half of the equation. I talked with my government contact person in the Mountain Resort Branch of the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. That office specifically handles the Master Development Agreement, which, when issued in 2010, allowed JGR to put a shovel in the ground and work toward their “substantial start” to be achieved by October 12th, 2014. The Resort Development Branch “had no forewarning about the announcement and were equally surprised. The announcement implies many things. All this will take some time to figure out. There is much interest in what happens next,” my contact said. It is the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) which takes care of compliance, or in this case, non-compliance. I learned, “First the JGR people will meet with the EAO and then they’ll know better in which direction to head. It is possible that they’ll simply walk away.” We do recall that when the recent avalanche report came in, the EAO offered a reprieve to JGR in order to move the foundations out of the non-compliance zone. Thus far, there there has been no report that that they have accepted that offer. And, at the time when the EAO announced the non-compliance conclusion, Thomas Oberti (son of Oberto, in whose portfolio is the JGR) was quoted in the Calgary Herald as, “We knew we were putting the foundations in avalanche zones.” So the plot thickens as the old saying goes. ROWENA ELOISE WEST KOOTENAY COALITION FOR JUMBO WILD ARGENTA

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any particular attachment to eople in the communiMLA EPORT E the realities of the situation, ties I represent want would not have reached this to make decisions for themdecision to cancel the cerselves. People in this area do tificate without the steady not want to have decisions and ongoing work of citizens imposed upon them and who fought to have the govthey are willing to stand and ernment respect First Nafight for that right. tions’ interests and the will While that willingness to ORM of the local people. take action is a big part of It is an excellent reminder being a resident of the Kootethat, even when it takes a denays, it is also critical to our democracy. cade or more, our willingness to fight for An example is the cancellation of the what is right can make a huge difference. The people of the Kootenays fought efEnvironmental Assessment Certificate for Jumbo Glacier Resort. Environment Min- fectively against the privatization of our ister Mary Polak concluded that, after ten rivers when dozens of our local rivers years, efforts made by the resort propo- were slated for private river diversion nent were not significant enough to war- projects. The BC Liberal plan to give away our rivers resulted in a massive rant the continuation of the certificate. In many ways, this seemed like the only outcry in communities across the region. The people of British Columbia fought possible decision the minister could make. But after more than a decade of effectively against the imposition of the decisions by the BC Liberals on this file Harmonized Sales Tax and we won the that defied common sense or any pos- right to have a referendum on the tax. We sibility of good governance, the correct went on to win that referendum against decision by the Minister of Environment a well-funded pro-HST group. The power of the people beat a government that came as a pleasant surprise. I believe this government, which has misrepresented their intentions about promoted this resort without any regard the tax prior to an election and then did for the wishes of the local residents nor See A10

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OPINION

Promises made, promises kept: B.C. is moving and leading

Editor’s note: This is the second of four opeds by Fairmont Hot Springs resident Doug Clovechok, who is the BC Liberal regional director for the East and West Kootenays, and the president of the BC Liberal Columbia River Revelstoke Riding Association. For the last two instalments, readers are invited to email editor@invermerevalleyecho.com with any questions or hot-button issues they would like Mr. Clovechok to address.

significant progress on both the Pacific Northwest LNG (PNWLNG) and the LNG Canada export terminal projects. With a conditional final investment decision with PNWLNG completed and joint provincial and federal environmental approval in the works, British Columbians can look forward to seeing more job creation and some of the largest private-sector investments in B.C. history. Doug Clovechok Both projects are still in the works, but, as a Building off my first instalment, Promise province, we’re more than ready for the multiMade, Promise Kept, our BC Liberal Governbillion dollar industry to become a key driver ment is moving and leading — and it’s making a real dif- of jobs and economic activity in our province — jobs that ference here in the Kootenays. will be available to our kids right here in the Kootenays. Last summer, the BC Liberal government embarked on The Legislature will reconvene on July 13th to pass the legan extensive engagement process, meeting with every- islation needed to move on this generational opportunity. day people all across the province to discuss transportaFor those of us here in the Kooetnays, responsible ention concerns and needs in our communities. vironmental stewardship is of paramount importance. To no one’s surprise, British Columbians made it clear The great news is that B.C. continues to be recognized that road and highway safety is a priority. To this end, as a global trailblazer when combatting climate change in March of this year, the new B.C. on the Move 10-year and we are proud of the fact that we were the first juristransportation plan was launched, outlining critical in- diction in North America to introduce a comprehensive, vestments and upgrades throughout the province to im- revenue-neutral carbon tax. prove the daily lives of British Columbians. The past legislative session saw the renewal of the Clean This new $2.5 billion plan will grow the economy, im- Energy Vehicle Program and the expansion of early detecprove safety, upgrade aging infrastructure, and support tion and rapid response programs to stop the spread on trade for B.C.’s expanding resource sectors through Can- invasive zebra and quagga mussels. ada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway. In April, it was announced that work will soon get unA key issue for us here in Columbia River-Revelstoke derway to build on B.C.’s successful Climate Action Plan. is the TransCanada Highway (TCH). In June, Transpor- The first step in this process — Climate Action Plan 2.0 tation Minister Todd Stone confirmed in Revelstoke that — was the launch of a new Climate Leadership Team. improvements to Highway 1 are already occurring, with Premier Clark remains unbending in her stance that more to come. In addition to continued four-laning, gov- our province will continue to stand up for B.C. with the ernment also wants to shorten the time people are stuck five consistent conditions for heavy oil pipelines and in their vehicles during road closures, using new traffic will continue to work with the federal government to enmanagement protocols to open up the TCH as soon as sure the world-class spill response that British Columpossible to get people moving again. bians expect! This will be accomplished in many ways. New avalanche As British Columbians, there is so much we are proud mitigation technology, currently in the planning stages, could of and our future looks brighter than it ever has. There be used day or night in an array of conditions to reduce or is still so much work to be done and I look forward to prevent highway closures for avalanche control. Plus, a new hearing your ideas and suggestions that will make our light-timing system that uses automatic loops installed in the riding and province an even better place to live and pavement will control and regulate traffic-signal timing to re- raise our families. lieve intersection congestion. These will be installed at one Doug Clovechok can be contacted at dclovechok@shaw.ca. intersection in Revelstoke and two in Golden. In addition, we can look forward to 20 new digital variable-speed limit signs being placed along Highway 1.The signs can be remotely adjusted in response to weather conditions, traffic congestion and incident YOUR LOCAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS response. B.C.’s LNG potential is moving forward Need to go to school to get a job? rapidly. Premier Christy Clark and Natural Access career assessments and financial supports to train! Gas Minister Rich Coleman have led B.C. to

Correction • In the ALS fundraising article “A long day of golf to help find a cure” on page A8 in the June 24th Invermere Valley Echo, the Golfathon participants from Windermere Valley should have been listed are Dale Moore, Ken Litchfield, Michael Midyette, Jake Cameron, Vic Briar and Phil Burk.

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REGIONALNEWS

RDEK receives $116,215 Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com A $75.2 million investment has been divided to help communities across the province meet local needs and demands to improve the quality of their lives. The East Kootenay region received a grand total of $1,296,364 as part of the provincial pie that was distributed on June 26th. “These grants show our government’s commitment to build stronger, vibrant and safer communities,” said Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett in a recent press release. “Local governments can use this funding to invest directly into programs and priorities that are important to each of them, improving the overall quality of life in our region.” The funding provided is aimed at supporting communities initiatives, such as more policing, new equipment, increased community safety initiatives, infrastructure and maintenance for service delivery priorities. The Regional District of East Kootenay received a Regional District grant of $116,215. Cranbrook received traffic fine revenue of $171,631 and a Small Community grant of $119,360. Fernie received a Small Community grant of $322,328. Elkford received a Small Community grant of $263,100. Sparwood received a Small Community grant of $303,730. The money provided across the province has been distributed in two annual payments, including $40 million in March. More than $792 million of funding to support B.C. communities to invest in community projects on a local level has been doled out through the Small Community, Regional District and Traffic Fine Revenue Sharing Grants since 2009.

NO LEFT HAND LANE HOGS...

Drivers are now required to stay right on routes where the speed limit is over 80 kilometres an hour when other traffic is approaching to pass from behind. The exceptions in which the left lane is okay is when you’re overtaking and passing another vehicle, leaving the right lane open to allow traffic to merge, preparing for a left hand turn, or moving left to pass an official vehicle with a flashing light. Since June 12th when the clarified regulation took effect, rebels could be paying $167 in fines with three penalty points on your Driver’s Licence. However, the rule does not apply to HOV (carpool) lanes and some exceptions where the driver is passing another vehicle. This sign near the Athalmer Bridge in Invermere went up on June 26th. Photo by BREANNE MASSEY

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COTR transfer students on road to success Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com

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Success stories for students don’t always begin with a new horizon at a university in a major city. There were 253 students who began studying at the College of the Rockies (COTR) during the 2014-15 school year before transferring on to B.C. universities. The British Columbia Council on Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT) annual review for 201415 revealed that COTR finished in the top 10 provincial schools regarding the number of credits students could transfer to different educational institutions. “The BCCAT report on B.C. transfer students is important for students in Invermere,” said Darrell Bethune, Dean of Instruction, University Studies, Business Administration, Tourism and Recreation Management, Applied Computing and Aboriginal Programs. “It shows how well COTR students do when they transfer from COTR and complete a university degree program. It shows that COTR students are more likely to complete their degree program after they transfer, which is expected because they have been very well prepared in their academic programs at COTR.” Typically, COTR students transfer to different locations to pursue health care, arts, sciences, education and social services. “Today, Invermere students have a lot of educational choices,” said Mr. Bethune. See A9

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LOCAL NEWS

Invermere council opposes Greyhound plans to cancel route

STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The potential cancellation of Greyhound’s route from Calgary through the Upper Columbia Valley was greeted with dismay by Invermere council members, who resolved at their most recent meeting to send a letter outlining their concerns to the company. Council received a letter and a formal notification at its June 23rd meeting from Greyhound detailing the company’s recent application to shut down Route F, which travels from Calgary west through Banff and Castle Junction, down Highway 93 to Radium Hot Springs and then down on through the valley to Cranbook. “I certainly don’t like the idea. We should write a letter in opposition to this. It’s hindering us in getting people out to the valley smoothly,” said councillor Al Miller. “It does hamstring us, there’s no question, when it comes to getting staff for Panorama of the other resorts out here,” added councillor Greg Anderson. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said that, from what he’s learned so far on the issue, the public transport bus route run by Sun City Coach Lines ()under contract to Greyhound) from Cranbrook to Golden will still run. However, Taft added that the Sun City route only runs one way each day and does not connect directly to Alberta like Greyhound Route F (which

runs both ways each day) , meaning that anybody wanting to get from Calgary to Invermere by public transport will have to take a Greyhound along the TransCanada to Golden, and then wait — quite possibly for many hours, if not overnight — to switch to the Sun City route heading south from Golden. The ultimate result is that getting to or from Calgary by public transport will be much more time consuming and arduous than it currently is, said Taft, adding he’s not convinced of Greyhound’s reasoning that low ridership on Route F merits its shutdown. He said he felt that Route F ridership would likely increase dramatically if Greyhound offered better service at a more reasonable price. “It’s clear to me that Greyhound want to get into the freight business and out of the passenger business,” he said. “We’ve been trying to get community bussing going and this just yanks the rug out from this,” said Miller. “This is really important to this region, we can’t loose this,” said councillor Paul Denchuk. Council members briefly discussed the possibility of trying to band together with other affected municipalities such as Cranrbook and Kimberley to oppose the cancellation, but concluded that Greyhound’s request for a response by July 3rd didn’t leave enough time for such collaboration. They voted unanimously to send a letter opposed to the proposed route shut down.

COUNCILBRIEFS Canal Flats discusses development plans KEVIN NIMMOCK kevin@invermerevalleyecho.com The Village of Canal Flats held a regular council meeting on June 22nd, addressing a full slate of issues, ranging from bike trails to recreation services. One of the first items covered was the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK)’s Columbia Valley Economic Development Service. The program involves municipalities within the valley contributing tax dollars to a variety of development projects that affect them. “It seems to me that a lot of economic development is happening up the valley from us, and I am just wondering if we would benefit from this if it is being tacked onto our taxes,” Councillor Marie Delorme said. To clarify, Mayor Ute Juras said municipalities will only have to pay for projects that affect them. For example, Canal Flats would not have to contribute to an infrastructure project between Windermere and Invermere. “It will be up to me to advocate for us,” Juras said. Councillor Paul Marcil voted to accept Canal Flats’ entrance into the service and the three other councillors chose to abstain, inadvertently passing the proposal. See A10

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“Joining COTR is an ideal starting point for academic students — it connects them with the provincial system of public post-secondary institutions and provides them with excellent instruction in their university program of choice.” In addition, the review states that students who began taking courses at COTR then transferred to a university scored 85 per cent higher than their counterparts who began their studies at university — the highest “graduation rate” for transfer institutions and the second highest of all B.C. post-secondary schools. Seventy-six percent of students transferring from the college to a university are female. “There are many advantages to beginning your education at College of the Rockies,” said Education Vice-President Stan Chung. “Our smaller class sizes allow for more one-on-one attention to help you to be successful and our competitive tuition rates and lower cost of living — especially for local students who are able to remain at home — help make post-secondary education more affordable. Additionally, our numerous transfer agreements with universities across Canada and abroad make starting at the college before moving on to university simple and straightforward.” Learn more about transfer options at College of the Rockies at cotr.ca/transfer.

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Westside Legacy Trail Councillors discussed whether or not to continue supporting the Westside Legacy Trail, for which Canal Flats gets one vote within the RDEK. The project is meant to be a multi-use, non-motorized, paved trail connecting Invermere and Fairmont. Eventually, the plan is to further connect the trail to Canal Flats, for which the council has shown support in the past, but the current proposal from Greenways Trail Alliance in front of council had no mention of Canal Flats. “Greenways in planning on bringing the trail all the way south and all the way north, but there is nothing in here for connecting Canal Flats,” Delorme said. “This is basically only good for Fairmont and Invermere.” Juras replied by reminding Delorme that the project would likely happen with or without Canal Flats’ support. “Even if Canal Flats votes against this, it will probably go through,” Juras said.

The vote ended in a contentious split, with Juras breaking the tie by voting to approve Canal Flats’ support of the project. Marcil and Delorme voted against and councillors Karl Sterzer and Erin Gornik voted for. Master Recreation Plan Council received a report by Marcil and Delorme about the Master Recreation Plan Committee Terms of Reference. To build a Master Recreation Plan, Delorme and Marcil plan to do much of the footwork with a small committee that a professional planner would regularly do, to keep expenses fairly low. “I still feel that there should be stakeholders on the committee, rather than just consulting with them,” Juras said. In response, Delorme said community members would not be interested in the extensive research that is going to have to be done by the committee. “A planner would cost $30,000 and we have $12,000,” Delorme said. “What we are trying to do as champions of this is to get the scope of the work down to $12,000.”

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everything they could to keep the people quiet. Kootenay residents are not complacent. They are passionate about their beliefs and are willing to work hard for what they know is right. And Kootenay residents demand that their political representatives stand with them on these issues. Over the last 10 years, you have set the agenda for the work I do, and it is truly satisfying to see the results we can achieve when we stand together to make the right thing happen. Norm Macdonald is the NDP MLA for Columbia River Revelstoke. He can be reached by phone at 1-866-870-4188 and by email at norm.macdonald. mla@leg.bc.ca.

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

2009 — Students from J. Alfred Laird took part in their own version of the Amazing Race, ending with building sand castles at Kinsmen Beach. Pictured are Sawyer Logan and Delaney Rad with their sand turtle. ECHO FILE PHOTO

years ago (1960): Iranian Ambassador H. Maybud of Tehran, Iran shot a 350-pound bear while on a hunting trip at the Royal Antler Lodge, 23 miles south of Invermere. The ambassador said the valley, “is the most beautiful I have ever seen.” Further, he said he would try to visit as often as possible.

years ago (1965): Premier Bennett officially opened the newly completed 40 bedroom Radium Hot Springs Lodge. Bennett arived a day early to take in the surroundings and enjoy a day of relaxation before the official ceremony. The next day, he cut the ribbon and welcomed guests to a reception at the Captain Armstrong Room.

years ago (1970): J. Alfred Laird Elementary School awarded its annual prize for citizenship and school work to 12-year-old Greg Shaw, a grade 6 student. The award was a memorial prize for the late J.

A. Laird, former chairman of the Windermere School District.

years ago (1975): Three Canal Flats Girl Guides were presented with their Canada Cords, the highest award in guiding. Janet Tardif, Shannon Tardif and Valarie were presented with their cords by District Commissioner F. Christensen.

years ago (1980): Public hearings were held in Canal Flats, Windermere, Edgewater and Radium regarding the Regional District of East Kootenay’s (RDEK) proposed zoning bylaw for the area of Canal Flats to Spillimacheen. Joe Conroy of Invermere said he agreed with the idea of the bylaw, but said it had some problems. “A good law is one that provides the maximum benefit to a majority of the people and protects the rights and interests of the minority,” Conroy said. “It appears to me this bylaw does little of either.”

years ago (1995): A new IGA opened in Invermere, promting several locals to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony. Mayor Chuck Blanchard gave the opening address, preceding a ribbon cutting by Ron and Marlene Brash, parents of two-thirds of the store’s new owners.

years ago (2000): A privately initiated clean-up of Pothole Park resulted in the removal of 50 bags of garbage. At the time, the park was home to at least four bucks. Over 60 people turned up with garbage bags in hand.

years ago (2005): Mayor Mark Shmigelsky announced his intention to run for his third term as mayor in Invermere. “I feel pretty good about throwing my hat in the ring,” Shmigelsky said. “I definitely have the experience and the next few years will be important as we evolve as a community.” Shmigelsky went on to win the election.

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JULY 1st –7th 1ST : WEDNESDAY

• 12:01 a.m.: Canada Day Fireworks hosted by Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley. Best viewing is from James Chabot Provincial Park. • All day, free to attend Fairmont Hot Springs Canada Day celebration. Live music, barbecue, face painting, cake and more! • 11 a.m.: Canada Day Parade, Main Street, Invermere. • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Mountain Yoga at Panorama. All Summer long. Meet at the top of the Mile 1 Express chair with your Yoga voucher. Space is limited so please book your Mountain Yoga in advance at the Adventure Centre, 250-341-3044 (in-house ext. 3044). Make sure you ride the Mile 1 by 10:15 a.m. to be at the top on time. • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Art Attack at Panorama All Summer long, Get creative! Space is limited. 6 & older. Pre-registration required. $15, call 250-341-3044. Meet at the big chair. • 12 - 1 p.m.: Archery for kids. All Summer long. Be like Robin Hood and learn the fundamentals of pulling back the bow and ﬁnding your target. Pre-register at the Adventure Centre at least half an hour before. Space is limited,$10. Call 250-341-3044. • 12:30 - 3 p.m.: Mountain Mosaic Festival of Arts at Kinsmen Beach and Pynelogs Cultural Centre green space. For more information visit columbiavalleyarts.com • 3 p.m.: Build a Boat Contest at Kinsmen Beach. • 3 - 4 p.m.: Free Mini Golf Tourament at Panorama. Drop your kids (6 years+) off or compete alongside them. The daily winner will receive a free pass to mini golf with the whole family! A hole – in – one will get you a freezie! Mini golf rentals are free when competing in our mini golf tournament. Meet at the Adventure Centre in the Lower Village. • 3 - 4:30 p.m.: Archery for adults (16+) at Panormama. All Summer long, $15/ person. Pre-register at

the Adventure Centre at least half an hour before. Call 250-341-3044. Space is limited. Meet at the Big Chair in the Upper Village. • 4 - 9 p.m.: Radium’s Canada Day Celebration at Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre. Market on Main with music by Dos Equis. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 10:30 p.m.: Fairmont Hot Springs Canada Day Fireworks.

2ND : THURSDAY

• 2015 Horsethief Hideout Memorial Motorcycle Rally, July 2nd - 5th. Advance tickets $50 until June 28th, or $60 at the gate. Tickets available at Tiffany’s Thredz in Invermere. For more information visit horsethiefhideout.com or call 250-347-6406. • Visit the Legion Concession at the Evening Market in Pothole Park. • 10:45 - 11:30 a.m.: PanoKids Orienteering Adventure, at Panorama, $5/person. Please preregister at Guest Services or the Adventure Centre or call 250-3413044 for more details. • 1 - 4 p.m.: Summer Reading Club at the Invermere Library every Thursday afternoon throughout the summer. Complete our weekly “Build It” activity. Reading logs & prizes are available. • 3 - 4 p.m.: Pano Scientists, at Panorama. Learn interesting science and technology facts by experimenting with different materials that react in surprising ways. Ages 6 +, $10/person, preregister, call 250-341-3044. • 4:30 - 5 p.m.: Free Basketball shootout competition at Panorama. Bring your game face and join us for some fast paced friendly competition. • 5 - 5:30 p.m.: Dramatic play at Panorama, free for Ages 6 +. Making our own instruments and learning stage skills and skits while just being plain silly! Call 250-341-3044 for more details. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Free Movie night at Panorama. Drop your children off to enjoy a “G” or “PG” rated movie. Free popcorn for everyone! Pop and candy will be available for purchase. Call 250-341-3044 for details. • 7 p.m.: Texas Hold ‘em Tournament every Thursday at Invermere Legion.$35 buy in.

like ALL race participants, coaches AND volunteers to register for this event. register online $50/race must be an Alberta Whitewater Association (AWA) member to race. • Hell’s Belle Ladies bike weekend. Women Only Mountain Bike Park skills camp at Panorama Mountain Resort. • Music and Market on Main every Friday from July 3 to August 28 at the Radium Visitor Centre. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 9 - 11 a.m.: Stampede pancake breakfast at Fire’D up. Breakfast and burgers fundraiser for Radium Hot Springs Fire Department. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 12 p.m.: Artym Gallery host art demo by Fiona Couillard. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere on the Lake Art Walk every Friday. For more information visit theartwalk.ca. • 4 - 9 p.m.: Music and Market on Main every friday from July 3 to August 28 at the Radium visitor centre. Visit www. radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere on the Lake Art Walk from June 19th to September 11th every Friday. For more information visit theartwalk.ca • Roast Beef Dinner at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations recommended Call 250.342.9517

4TH : SATURDAY

• 8 a.m: Inaugural Toby Creek Race until July 5th. Clinics, training, racing and cash prizes. For more information visit panoramaresort. com/event-details/index. cfm?eID=289&occID=4547 • 9 - 11 a.m.: Saturdays at the Invermere Legion, Legion Summer Market. Crafts, baking, used books, hot dog concession and more. • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmer’s Market, downtown Invermere. • 10 a.m.: 1st Annual Hike for Hospice. It is an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Columbia Valley, get some exercise, have some fun and support the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley. Participants are asked to register ahead of time so we can provide you with your own webpage that you can then e-mail to your family and friends. Get your pledge forms from the Hospice Ofﬁce or 3RD : FRIDAY Invermere Home Hardware. • Toby Creek Kayak Race. We would • 5 p.m.: Symphony of the

Mountain in Kimberley. Ride the chairlift to the top of Northstar Mountain and enjoy this outdoor concert while looking out towards the Rockies. For more information contact 250-427-4919, kimberleyarts@gmail.com or visit symphonyonthemountain.com

7TH : TUESDAY

• Lions Charity Golf Day at Copper Point Golf Course. $65 per person. Phone 250-341-3392 to register. • 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Adventure Radium at Brents Shack, ages 5-8, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from July 7 to August, 27th. $5 drop in fee/ child; $25 / child summer fee; $50 family fee. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 10 a.m.: The Purple Pirate, Summer Reading Club performer will be at Columbia Garden Village. The Purple Pirate is a children’s entertainer sponsored by The Kootenay Library Federation. • 1 - 3:30 p.m.: Adventure Radium at Brents Shack, ages 8-9, from July 7 to August 27th. $5 drop in fee/ child; $25 / child summer fee; $50 family fee. Visit www. radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Eagle Ranch Resort has live music on the patio every Tuesday. This week features Smarty Pants.

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. - 1p.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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SUDOKU

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. Figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers named, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Swedish rock group 5. Founder of Babism 8. 2 stripe Army rank (abbr.) 11. Of Salian Franks 13. Indicates near 14. Swiss river 15. Golden pothos 16. Runs PCs 17. E. Tunisian seaport 18. Cyprinid fishes 20. Genus Ulmus 21. Stitched garment border 22. Takes in as a part 25. Pierre is the capital 30. Brush upward 31. Moby’s author’s initials 32. Belgian franc 34. Mongolian capital Ulan ___ 35. Computer code for letters & numbers 38. Initials of Watson’s detective 39. Spanish be 41. Jauntier 43. Cormoran Strike’s 2nd novel 46. Wasted material 48. Bleat sound 49. Excess body weight 50. Oral polio vaccine 55. Rigs 56. Drawstring 57. Baltic flat-bottomed boat (alt. sp.) 59. Double curve 60. Point midway between NE and E 61. Mackerel shark genus 62. Used to be United __ 63. Animal nest 64. Abba __, Israeli politician

24. Richly patterned weave 25. Hoagies 26. Moonfish 27. University of Santo Tomas 28. Duo indicates 29. Regarding this point 32. Stand for coffin 33. Not yielding 36. Point midway between S and SW 37. Data executive 40. Changed gears 41. ___ Sauer: Weapons co. 42. Brews 44. __ May, actress 45. Shiny cotton textile 46. Cavalry-sword 47. Bullfighting maneuver 48. Shopping containers 51. “Puppy Bowl” network listing 52. Hillside 53. Metrical foot 54. Dog in Peter Pan 55. Romaine lettuce 58. Irish Sea Isle

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 You are a mystery lately, Aries. No one is quite sure what you will do next and you may like to surprise. But share your plans every so often with those closest to you.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a renewed sense of enthusiasm has you eager to get started on future plans. Perhaps a new course of study will suffice and pave the way for new experiences.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, others may try to stop you from having fun, but you are determined to enjoy yourself. Your entire week is focused on having a good time with friends and family.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, surround yourself with positive people who maintain optimistic outlooks. Many opportunities will open up if you keep a positive attitude.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 A chance encounter with an old flame stirs up feelings you didn’t realize you still had, Virgo. Even if these feelings are less dramatic, you’re still tempted to act on them.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although you cannot control all of the changes in your life, you do have firm control over your personal health. Don’t put off revamping your diet and exercise plan.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may resist social activities this week at first, but soon you will get swept up in the fun and lose your inhibitions. Use social activities as a way to network.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, it is up to you to initiate action in a situation that leaves you somewhat uncomfortable this week. Don’t hesitate to step up and take charge.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, close friends will keep you pretty busy over the next few days, but you can handle it. Let off steam with a few different fun activities when time allows.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if you are thinking about a career move, it’s about time you put your plans in motion. This week you may find you are full of energy and ready for a new challenge.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 A difference of opinion may be highlighted at work this week when you are confronted by a coworker, Scorpio. Act with integrity, but be firm with your resolve.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Use caution when making decisions this week, Pisces. You can be prone to impulsive behavior, and you don’t want to find yourself in trouble.

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Gordon was born on January 7, 1919 in Invermere, to Percival and Linnie Lake, one of the original valley pioneer families. Gordon served overseas in WWII. He worked as a saw filer in a sawmill, then with his brother Roy Lake at Lake Auto Service as a Mechanic. He finished his career with School District #4 asTransportation Supervisor, Bus Driver and a Mechanic. Gordon was very involved in the community with the Royal Canadian Legion, Lions Club, and the Invermere Fire Department as their first Fire Chief.

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Gordon leaves behind his wife Phyllis, his sons Rick Lake, Earl (Esther) Evans and Cliﬀord (Linda) Barkley, daughter Carol (Garry) Hoﬀert, Phyllis’ children Jim (Marg) Gibb, Sharon (Les) Bidinger and Yvonne (Gary) Messner, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren.

Wings Over the Rockies is a charitable, non-proﬁt organization that holds an annual Birding and Nature festival during early May. The organization is mostly volunteers who arrange individual events that occur each day during a one-week period. Each event has a nominal cost for participants as they engage in variety of possible activities which include birding, nature education, paddling, hiking, historical and cultural opportunities.

A memorial service for Gordon will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Christ Church Trinity in Invermere followed by a memorial tea. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations in honour of Gordon can be made to: STARS Foundation, 1441 - Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 8M7 or the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #71, PO Box 446, Invermere, British Columbia, V0A 1K0 or the charity of your choice.

The volunteer position is expected to take approximately 90 hours over the year. Most of the volunteering for this position occurs in the months of April and May, approximately 50 hours. The remaining time occurs throughout the rest of the year (ranging from 2 to 5 hours per month).

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It is with profound sadness, that we announce the peaceful passing of James “Gordon” Lake on Sunday, June 14th, 2015 at 96 years of age.

Gordon was predeceased by his ﬁrst wife, Elsie (1985) and his grandson Brian Barkley, brothers Roy and Calvin and sisters Ellen and Myrtle.

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Westside Legacy Trail park bylaw receives support Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

Invermere council discussed several key projects underway in the valley, including the Westside Legacy Trail and the New Resident Attraction and Retention Plan, as well as the valley drug problem, at its most recent council meeting. Council members voted unanimously at their Tuesday, June 23rd meeting to consent to a proposed Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) bylaw that would turn the planned Westside Legacy Trail into a regional park under the RDEK. The move is being made so that the RDEK can assume liability over the trail. Local landowners have been generous in offering up parts of their land alongside Westside road for the Greenways Trail Alliance. Before they formally do so, they want to ensure that somebody else assumes legal liability for the trail, which is what the RDEK — with the proposed bylaw — is stepping up to do. “Without the RDEK assuming liability, Greenway can’t secure the land. Without securing the land they (Greenways) can’t go any further with fundraising. So this is the first step,” said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft. “It would be a great legacy,” said Invermere councillor Greg Anderson. Councillor Paul Denchuk said the timing of the trail is in some ways unfortunate since fundraising for both the new multi-use centre and the trail will be going on concurrently and will be in competition, but added he realizes the group needs to seize the opportunity and run with it. New residents Invermere council voted to accept proposed terms of reference for the New Resident Attraction and Retention Plan’s steering committee, which will have five members: Invermere’s mayor, one Invermere

councillor, a citizen representative, a representative from the Columbia Valley Directed Funds Committee and a representative from the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. Tentative plans have the committee starting to meet in July. Anti-drug letter inspires action Pointing to an impassioned letter in last week’s Pioneer from Heather Smythe calling attention to drug use in the valley, councillor Al Miller said council should do what it can to ramp up drug awareness in the valley, especially at schools. He suggested that council ask Columbia Valley Staff Sgt. Mark Shehovac to meet with council to discuss the issue. “It’s rampant and we’re losing ground on it,” said Denchuk. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft emphasized the connection between addiction and drug use and said any efforts should include not just the RCMP, but also representatives for relevant social services. Council then directed staff to ask Shehovac to come to the next regular council or committee of the whole meeting. New bike stands Councillor Paul Denchuk displayed to other council members one of the new green Imagine Invermere bike stands. He told them Imagine Invermere’s top four most desired locations for the stands are: the new Cenotaph Plaza, Valley Foods, the intersection by Peppi’s Pizza and the street corners on 7th Avenue by the banks. Council directed district staff to look into which of the desired locations would be most feasible and report back. Community forest The Ministry of Forests, Land and Natural Resource Operations sent a letter to Invermere council advising that the Invermere and Cranbrook timber supply area review is proceeding as normal and that

a data analysis package will soon be available. “This is pivotal for determining if the community forest will go ahead or not,” said Anderson. But Anderson was quick to add that, although the data analysis may be done, the actual decision on timber allocation won’t come until fall, and it will be at that point that people will find out if there is enough supply for a community forest. Lakeside fighting A monthly bylaw officer’s report sparked discussion among council members about fistfights at the public boat launch and about businesses using signs on vehicles to advertise. Invermere chief administrative officer Chris Prosser said things can get particularly bad at the boat launch by Pete’s Marina in response to questions about how heated debates can become between local residents or visitors. “We get about three fights a year there. There’s fistfights, and our bylaw officer is down there breaking things up,” he said, adding these spats are usually about spots in line to launch boats, parking spots for vehicles near the launch, or between boat rental companies about who is tying up on whose side of the dock. Invermere bylaw officer Mark Topliff had written a brief statement on local businesses not located in the downtown that park their vehicles emblazoned with advertising there for significant periods of time. “Business owners do have vehicles with logos park on main street. The only thing we can do is put a time limit on parking,” said Prosser. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft suggested it makes more sense to adjust the district’s sign bylaw to address these vehicles acting, in essence, as billboards rather that to adjust the district’s parking bylaw to put on a time limit. Prosser said similar issues have arisen in the past, and that the business owners had stopped parking downtown when simply asked to do so.

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The Branch Out Bike Tour returned to the valley on June 20th. Cyclists pedalled around Lake Windermere from Panorama to raise money for the Branch Out Neurological Foundation, a society that exists to find ways to cure neurological disorders through alternative therapies and treatments (Photo by Kevin Nimmock). The festivities during Radium Days felt like magic for some, especially Rolf, the Radium woodcarver (Photo by Kirsten McCauley). The Invermere Curling Club acquired 150 pairs of old roller skate on June 26th from Golden Skate, the vintage Vancouver roller rink. See Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pioneer for more details (Photo by Kevin Nimmock). Defining Yoga instructor Kelly Carlson led a dozen people through 108 sun salutations at Pothole Park to mark International Yoga Day on June 21st (Photo by Nicole Trigg). Golfers participated in the Long Drive tournament at Fairmont Hot Springs Airport on June 20th (Photo by Dean Midyette).

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David Thompson Secondary School

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Aim High CONGRATULATIONS 2015 GRADUATES We wish our graduates the best of luck as they embark on the next phase of their journey. School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) Quest for Quality

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MLA’s Message

Graduation day is an important step in a young person’s life. There are few times when the opportunities in life are so filled with potential. Graduation day also marks full entry into adulthood with both its responsibilities and its prospects. You have been raised in a safe and healthy community with quality public education and health care. Your education has provided you with the ability to think critically and to appreciate what you have. But you will also know that we must always strive to do better. Young minds with fresh ideas have always driven improvements in our communities, and I hope that you will embrace that challenge in the years ahead. Norm Macdonald Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA

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As you start your journey, the first thing you should do is throw away that store-bought map and begin to draw your own. -Michael Dell

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Principal’s Message In a high school, June is the month that passes in a blur. In a flurry of final lessons, exams, report cards, formal dress, a parade, a ballroom, blue gowns and a tassel, we can lose sight of what is really happening and the important moment unfolding. June marks a significant milestone in a young person’s life. As your valedictorian so eloquently put it: June is an ending and a beginning. But it is just the first of such milestones. Your lives shall be filled with many more. As you step beyond the life you knew at David Thompson Secondary, do so bravely in the knowledge that our entire community is your cheering section. Congratulations, Graduates of 2015 — you are the pride of the valley! Darren Danyluk David Thompson Secondary School Principal

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Congratulations to all our graduates. You’re ready to take on the world. Some of you will head to college, some will go into the workforce and still others will take your backpacks and travel. Whatever path you choose, remember we’re with you all the way. kscu.com

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langridge, taylor

leroy, kaitlyn

macsteven, marhyn

marchand, allissa

markus, katherine

mauthner, micaela

mcfarlane, sean

mcgrath, nathaniel

mcilwain, montanna

milley, winston

mouly, jane

muir, ieuan

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MURRAY, DUSTIN

NADLI, CHASTITY

NYGREN, HANNAH

OAKS, JAZLYN

OSTERMANN,PATRICK

PAGET, EMILY

PERSSON, JACOB

PIRZ, BRADEN

POLLARD, JUSTIN

POWELL,LOGAN

REGITNIG, HENRIK*

REISS, HALEY

RICHARDSON, BROOKE

SALVIDGE, AIMEE

SANTORO, AUSTIN

SCHMITZ, CHRISTINA

STOBER, JESSIE

STRINGER, MORGAN

THOMAS, BRADLEY

TRASK, HADRIAN

UKASS, HUDSON

VELDBOOM, DANE

VERGE, DALE

WIEBE, EMILY

WILLIAMS, REECE

YOUNG, KYLE

STUDENTS WITHOUT A PHOTO: KIRSTEN ALMAS ZEPH CHRONA NIC EVANOFF JAKOB KOELL BRADLEY LISTER ANDREW STRAIN BRAIDEN STUART ELLA SWAN* EMMANUEL VAN’TPADJE-LYONS ANDREW WITT

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Valedictorian's Address

By Micaela Mauthner

Good afternoon friends and family, teachers and staff, and most of all my fellow graduates On behalf of the DTSS grad class of 2015, I would like to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you here today. Your support means the world to us, and we cannot thank you enough. First of all to our parents, for putting up with us for 18 years now. You’ve cleaned our dirty diapers, you’ve checked under our beds for monsters, you’ve endured our wild temper tantrums and you’ve washed our disgusting, sweat-soaked soccer gear. All the while, you’ve also been our personal chauffeurs, chefs, masseuses, therapists, teachers, doctors and friends. Sometimes we get so caught up in our own lives that we take all the amazing things you do for granted! I would like to acknowledge, today, that we are truly grateful for everything that you do for us. Secondly, thank you to our teachers. Not only have they taught us the curriculum, but they have taught us about ourselves. I remember when Ms. Brown told us that you don’t always have to know exactly what you’re doing with your life, but as long as you collect the things you like doing, you will eventually be able to connect the dots. Our teachers inspire us. It’s hard to tell, when we are always complaining about the mountain of homework we have or that our cellphone got taken away in class, but we are very thankful for our teachers. They have taught us far more in the past 13 years than just Pythagorean Theorem and Literary Terms; they have taught us about ourselves. Lastly, to our community, we say thank you. The generous support of this valley is incredible, and

many of us do not realize how much we have to be thankful for. We have the Mount Nelson Athletic Park where we can skateboard, play soccer, play basketball, etc. We have all the activities on Canada Day and Light-up Night, we have volunteer coaches for our sports and extracurricular activities, and today we have seen how much our community has supported us through volunteers who made graduation possible and the unbelievable amount of scholarships given out. You all are our role models: our familis, our teachers and our community. Without your patience, guidance and caring, none of us would be who we are today, so I thank you, because the group of people sitting behind me today are truly amazing. The grad class of 2015 are some of the most talented, creative, smart, athletic, and hardworking people I have ever met. Over the past thirteen years, we have not only been classmates, but coworkers, teammates and friends. Five years ago, we all arrived at DTSS from different elementary schools, but today we stand before you united together. I am so lucky to have been a part of such a wonderful group of people, and I know that each and every person on this stage has a great potential to succeed. I want to thank you, all my fellow graduates, for being the incredible people you are, and also for giving me the honour to stand before you today. When I first started to write this speech, I had a hard time deciding on what I wanted to talk about. It took me a long time to realize that, to the grad class so poised for success, I would like to first talk about failure. Without failure, there can be no success. As such, it is important for us to recognize the true value of failure. Grade 4 is when you learned about multiplication and division. Grade 4 was the first time I felt like a failure. That year, I got six out of 26 on a math test and I remember how humiliated I felt. Everyone seemed to know their multiplication tables, except me. The other kids knew what 9 x 12 was without even thinking about it, but it would take me a while to figure it out. I felt inadequate; I was a nine-yearold failure. That, however, was not the end of my failures throughout elementary school and high school. I failed to fly in Grade 3 when I jumped off a bunk bed (thinking I was a fairy, of course). I failed to cut my own hair in Grade 5, when it ended up looking like some sort of mullet. I failed to make the relay team in Grade 6. I failed to train my dog to roll over in Grade 10. I failed to get accepted into Oxford in Grade 12. Over the years, I have learned that failure is inevitable. However, it is our response to failure that determines our success. Do not fear failure. Go forward with enthusiasm and embrace the mistakes that will come. Michael Jordan once said,

“I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.” As we prepare to leave David Thompson Secondary, we will all face challenges and failures far greater than we ever have before. Don’t be afraid to fail. Be afraid not to try because “you miss 100 per cent of the shots you don’t take,” as said by Wayne Gretzky. Failure is our key to success. Next, I would like to talk about success. What is it? We all seem desperate to attain it because we define ourselves by it. Oftentimes people describe success as a measure of status, as if you are only successful if you have a some element of fame, money or power. The word “success” carries with it such a powerful connotation of these things that people sometimes forget it could be better defined in other ways. I believe that, more than the type of car you drive or the title of your job or the qualifications that you have, it is the type of person you strive to be that makes you successful. As Maya Angelou put it,“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” I urge the graduates of 2015 to strive for their definition of success while still remembering what it means to be a good person, to have integrity and empathy. To be successful, you must work for your goals while being true to yourself. As Thomas Edison once said, “Success is 1 per cent inspiration and 99 per cent perspiration.” You have to put in the effort for what you want. Whatever success means to you, strive for it, and give it all you’ve got. Finally, I would like to talk about passion — have fun! Life isn’t only about schoolwork or getting a job. While those things are important, they aren’t everything, so find what you are passionate about, and chase it for the rest of your life. As Galileo Galilei once said, “Passion is the genesis of genius.” When you are doing something you are passionate about, it won’t feel like work, and that is when amazing things will happen. Grads, today you are the oldest you have ever been, and the youngest you will ever be again. Live life to the fullest because, as Abraham Lincoln once said, “In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years”. Today is an ending. It is the end of our time together at DTSS. I hope you look back on the past five years with a smile on your face, because the memories and friendships that have transpired here will last us a lifetime! It’s here that we’ve had our first kiss, our first car, our first party and our first time doing logarithms. It’s here that we’ve survived Mr. Sherk’s endless homework assignments, seeing Mr. Constable’s legs in band class, running from Tremblay shooting us with water guns, and laughing through Mr. Norquay’s “Bee Dance.” It’s here that we have had the best time of our life, so far. It will be hard to forget the great days and the great nights we’ve all spent together (though I bet there are some nights people would rather forget). Today is also a beginning. We have opportunity now to go into the world make a difference. We are the youth of today, with an obligation to our planet and to future generations. Don’t be afraid to fail, strive for success, follow your passion and look back on your high school years with pride. We can do this. We are the DTSS graduates of 2015. I wish you all a wonderful and happy life.

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Message from the Superintendent Sincere congratulations to the Grads of 2015. Our whole community celebrates this milestone with you — the amazing community turnout for your Grand March was clear evidence of that. You deserve credit for working hard to complete course requirements; teachers, administrators and support staff deserve credit for helping you along the way; and your parents certainly deserve credit for being your key support system. And for those of you pursuing post-secondary education in the fall, I also know the many generous donors of the scholarships and bursaries that you have received have made a very helpful contribution to your successful transition. Our community is depending on you to be people of positive change. We encourage you to think about the things you can do to make a difference, including finding ways to put your many talents to good use in the communities in which you land, enabling and supporting others to work with you, and modelling the way forward. We trust that you have what it takes to do this work, based on the solid foundation you already have. On behalf of the Board of Education and the Staff of the School District, I wish you every success. Paul Carriere Superintendent of Schools, School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain)

“We don’t stop going to school when we graduate” - Carol Burnett

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Congratulations, Grads!

We wish you all the best in your future!

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Congratulations! Wishing the graduates of David Thompson Secondary School all the best in their future endeavours.

“Your imagination is your preview of life's coming attractions.” —Albert Einstein

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Message from the Mayor: Congratulations on your achievement of surviving and finishing high school! No matter what your plans are going forward — more studies, working, travelling — you have a world of opportunities and are entering a very exciting time in your life, but with this great freedom comes great responsibility. Stay involved in your community, wherever that community may be, always take the time to vote, be part of the solution — not part of the problem! And have fun! Gerry Taft Mayor, District of Invermere

Congratulations 2015 Grads

GO BE OUTSTANDING

Congratulations to the Class of 2015!

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Scholarships & Bursaries

Alicia Raven Memorial Hadrian Trask Barbara & George Duthie Scholarship Montanna McIlwain Bendina & Gerry Miller Bursary Melanie Healy Brent Fredrickson Memorial Bursary Trystan Hart Brisco Riding Club Scholarship Courtney Falkmann Brock & Terri-Lynn Melnyk Family Bursary Brooklyn Agnew CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures Scholarship Hudson Ukass Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 440 Bursary Courtney Hoffos & Austin Sanotor Canfor Jon Downey & Devin Dutcher Carly Jones Memorial Scholarship Jamie Jones CertainTeed Gypsum Canada Windermere Mining Operations Bursary Cole Heide Class of 1978 Bursary Garrett Kashuba Columbia Basin Trust and Community Involvement Scholarship Lila Berryman, Logan Powell & Araleigh Cranch Columbia Power Corporation Bursary Shelby Ingram Columbia Valley Arts Council Bursary Jaime Jenkinson Columbia Valley Hut Society Jordon Bracken David Thompson Secondary PAC Jazlyn Oaks David Thompson Secondary Scholarship Micaela Mauthner DUSK Tristen Kreutz Edgewater/Radium Ladies’ Hospital Auxiliary Bursary Courtney Falkmann Governor General’s Award 2014 Leah Newman Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Bursary Emily Paget Invermere Oldtimers Hockey Team Nic Evanoff, Jane Mouly & Jazlyn Oaks J. Alfred Laird Bursary Andrew Witt Jeremy Chambers Memorial Bursary Micaela Mauthner John Wolfe Construction Bursaries Brianna Clarke Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley Bursary Lila Berryman Kootenay Savings Community Foundations Bursaries (2) Emily Wiebe & Jordon Bracken Lake Windermere District Lions Club Scholarship (2) Denise Jensen & Lacy Blain

Lake Windermere Rod & Gun Club Bursary Hadrian Trask & Bradley Thomas Mary Hoffman Memorial Scholarship Emily Wiebe Masonic Bursary – Columbia Lodge #38 Garrett Kashuba Ministry of Education District Scholarship (10) L. Berryman, A. Cranch, C. Falkmann, B. Glassford, J. Jenkinson, M. Mauthner, M. Mouly, H. Nygren, J. Oaks & L. Powell Mollie Laird Bursary Monika Juras Panorama Foundation Bursaries (2) Damian de Wet & Jon Downey Panorama Mountain Resort Caitlin Fuller Panorama Mountain Resort - Shuswap Sasha Eugene Public Service Alliance of Canada Local 20113 (2) Lila Berryman & Garrett Kashuba Ronny Barck Memorial Bursary Natalie Lambert-Gibbs Rotary Club of Invermere Bursary Araleigh Cranch & Hannah Nygren Royal Canadian Legion Branch #199 Edgewater Hannah Nygren Royal Canadian Legion & Ladies Auxiliary Bursary (Branch 71) Prof. Jane Mouly Royal Canadian Legion & Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship (Branch 71) Emily Paget Royal Canadian Legion & Ladies Auxiliary Trades Bursary (Branch 71) Jaime Jenkinson SD No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) Scholarship Blake Glassford Shannonbrook Kennels Taylor Langridge Sobey’s Invermere Bursary Kaitlyn LeRoy & Andrew Strain Taren Archer Memorial Scholarship Courtney Falkmann Tom Sanders Memorial Scholarship Montanna McIlwain Valley Echo Bursary Sean McFarlane Verge for Youth Society Entrance Bursary Hadrian Trask, Hannah Nygren & Montanna McIlwain Windermere District Teachers’ Bursary Natalie Lambert-Gibbs Windermere District Teachers Association Scholarship Micaela Mauthner Windermere Farmer’s Institute Bursary Blake Glassford Windermere Zone Administrators’ Bursary Cody Feldman

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2015 Subject Awards Biology 12 Micaela Mauthner Physics 12 Emily Paget Chemistry 12 Micaela Mauthner Pre- Calculus 12 Lila Berryman CT most improved Mitchell Cairns Cook Training 12 Dale Verge Construction 12 Jon Downey Construction 12 Dustin Murray Drama (Theatre Perf ) David Belcher English 12 Emily Wiebe French 12 Lacey Blain Photography 12 Kenya Gonzelez-Lopez Christine Hartmann Music 12 David Belcher Foundations of Math 12 Aimee Salvidge Communications 12 Keyla Holubec Law 12 Blake Glassford Physical Education 12 Justin Pollard Kyle Young Calculus 12 Lila Berryman History 12 Blake Glassford Metalwork 12 Devin Dutcher Most Improved Artist Award Jaime Jenkinson Art Award Denise Jensen Writing 12 Araleigh Cranch Psychology 12 Brooklynne Agnew Work Experience 12 Andrew Strain Debbie Seel Trystan Hart Top All Round Micaela Mauthner Citizen of the Year Hannah Nygren Rotarian Leadership Lila Berryman

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Tips to the teens walking into adulthood By Breanne Massey When graduates walk across the stage and turn the tassels on their caps from right to left, many alumni from far and wide think about the direction their lives took after experiencing the landmark ceremony that thrusts teens into adulthood. For some, the trip down memory lane is a fun-filled adventure, but for others, it’s a long and painful journey riddled with lots of hard lessons. For me, there were lessons I wouldn’t wish on anybody and then there were some moments of absolute bliss. But the road into adulthood doesn’t need to be paved with the white noise of reality, so here is some advice that I wish someone would’ve given me back then: Learn From Your Mistakes Don’t spend time dwelling on your mistakes because you’re going to make more than one — everybody does — but learning how to cope with the struggles of life and continuing to work hard to get through them will pay off. Take the good with the bad, and focus on making a speedy recovery because nothing lasts forever. Gain Education Through Experience There are some lessons that you just can’t learn from a textbook or a classroom. I encourage you to travel no matter what it takes. Go learn how people outside of this community and this country eat, work and play — even if it means struggling to make ends meet. Life on the road is a lesson in itself, and that journey will alter every perception you have outside of the world. Striving to achieve a certificate, diploma or degree isn’t for everybody — and it’s OK to find an alternate route to a routine that makes you feel happy.

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Be Flexible About Where You Live It’s important to be willing to relocate if it means you’re going to gain experience as an intern or at an entry level job while chasing your dream. Going to university doesn’t mean you’re going to walk out the campus doors and directly into a position like a boss. You’re going to need to put the time in to perfect those new skills you’ve learned. You’re going to need to take temporary jobs and be willing to move to get experience. You’re going to need to take constructive criticism. It’s important that, in order to change, you’re willing to grow. In the end, it can pay off. Creativity and Compassion Plastic storage bins can be used to make decent furniture — if you even need it — when you’re living on a budget. Taking night classes at college means you can sleep in, and avoid paying for parking on campus in a major city. But nothing is more rewarding in life than kindness. Be kind to yourself, and be compassionate to others. Find life hacks to make your world exactly what you want it to be. Be True To Yourself The sky isn’t falling. Your parents don’t always know what’s best for you — and neither does your best friend. It’s important to do some soul searching before making any big decisions because, at the end of the day, you’re the one who is going to live with them. Don’t pigeonhole yourself into a career based on your formal education, don’t get into debt and don’t do a degree in a field that you haven’t worked in. Simply volunteer to get your feet wet, and see what you think. Focus on finding the path that is best suited to you, and accomplish your goals. Remember to push yourself everyday and adjust your goals if it brings them closer to becoming a reality.