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New K to 9 curriculum slowly getting introduced STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com Students have gone back to school across the province, including here in the Upper Columbia Valley, and they may begin to see some elements of the new provincial curriculum this fall. A draft version of the new curriculum for kindergarten through Grade 9 was available for feedback earlier this year, and while it won’t officially be fully implemented until September 2016, students may see touches of it starting this September. “They (the students) may notice things as teachers try out some of the different approaches of the new curriculum,” said Rocky Mountain School District 6 superintendent Paul Carriere, adding that parents or anybody else interested can go online and look at the new curriculum. “The curriculum documents are on the

web and structured in a way that shows curriculum approaches aboriginal conthe different thinking of the new curric- tent in a different way.” ulum,” he said. “(The new curriculum) Work is already being done on changprovides teachers with more flexibility to es to the Grade 10 to 12 curriculum, pursue related areas. The old curriculum but that will not be implemented until was often described as being a mile wide, September 2017. but only an inch thick, so this new curricA recent press release from the proulum encompasses fewer topics, but in vincial Ministry of Education highlightmore depth and gives ed some of the other (Students) may teachers more flexithings students and bility to personalize.” parents can expect to notice things as The other big thing teachers try out some of see this fall. in the new curriculum “Students and paris the incorporation of the different approaches. ents are excited PAUL CARRIERE Aboriginal history and SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT about the first day of topics throughout the school. As a parent whole range of subjects, said Mr. Carriere. — and the new minister of education “In the old curriculum, Aboriginal — I’m excited, too. With a family of my content was dealt with mostly in social own, I know how important it is to know studies. Now it is woven throughout your child is getting the right skills to the curriculum and students will find be successful in school now, and later it in languages classes, art classes, for in life,” said Education Minister Mike instance, and in many other classes as Bernier in the release. “This year, with well as in social studies class. The new stability in the classroom, it’s a great

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opportunity for the B.C. government to focus 100 per cent on students. We are working in partnership with teachers, school boards, administrators and other educators from every corner of the province to move forward with plans that help all students thrive.” Among the items mentioned in the press release is the B.C. Training and Education Savings Grant, which is a one-time $1,200 grant being made available this fall to help parents plan and save for their child’s education after high school; the new provincial scholarship program (previously reported on by The Echo); a new emergency management planning guide that helps schools prepare for the unexpected; the continuing Erase Bullying campaign; and $3.5 million in new funding announced in May for the B.C. School Fruit and Vegetable Nutritional program to provide snacks of B.C. fruits and vegetables right in the classroom.

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eral Don Johnston, and New Democrat Wayne Stetski — proved to be insightful, and well-informed on the issues. One of the most unusual elecMany of the questions were gention events of 2015 was sponsored erated by small group discussions by the Mir Centre for Peace and among the whole assembly — a the Citizens for Climate Action, noisy, messy process that resulted on September 16th at Nelson in a range of themes from food and United Church, and attended by water security to sanctuary for cliabout 150 people. mate refugees, national and world This forum was not a collection poverty, millennium development of pre-disclosed obvious quesgoals, co-operative policy making tions and canned answers, but structures for effective governa participatory discussion proment, First Nations treaties security cess with candidate responses and reconciliation, greenhouse gas generated by the flow of the emissions standards and the Paris conversation, guided by Randy Jackson, a Mir representative Three MP candidates for Kootenay-Columbia participated in the riding’s second forum in Nelson, Conference on Climate in Decemand Laura Sacks, a Citizens for hosted by the Mir Centre for Peace and Citizen’s Climate Lobby. From left to right are NDP can- ber, Canada’s role as a developed nation in an unstable world, miliClimate spokesperson, and mod- didate Wayne Stetski, Liberal candidate Don Johnston, and Green party candidate Bill Green. Photo by Anne Jardine tary presence versus peacemaker, erated by David Boyd of Nelson free trade treaties, renewable energy, transition plans for a green economy, proporUnited Church. Conservative candidate David Wilks did not attend, nor did Libertarian Christi- tional representation, the role of the MP as representative for the region, and more. See A12 na Yahn, but the three candidates who did attend — Green Party’s Bill Green, Lib-

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Non-partisan page for Columbia-Kootenay riding created Brian Lawrence Creston Valley Advance

“I would be more than happy to explain them, but appreciation to Falconer for creating a forum to interthey can say where they stand,” he said. “They can act with the candidates and other voters. “It’s very much bringing Ottawa to the local level,” say, ‘This is what I feel. This is how it will affect KooVoters in the Kootenay-Columbia riding have anoth- tenay-Columbia.’ … I’ve been very clear with the can- he said. “They really want to feel a local Kootenay person is representing us.” er resource to help them make an informed decision didates that I’m not creating a debate forum.” By helping voters to identify and explore the issues, The page’s followers are also invited to ask questions in the October 19th federal election, with a Facebook it helps them become emotionally engaged — hopepage created by the Creston Valley’s Robert Falconer and post concerns about what interests them most. “The only way democracy can function in Canada fully to the point where they get out and vote. offering a non-partisan look at the issues. “I don’t think people fully appreciate what we have “It started as something more for me than anyone is if people find something that does interest them else. I’ve been kind of frustrated with this election be- and get involved,” Falconer said. “We have daycare, here in the democratic system,” he said. “Not voting, cause there’s a lot of rhetoric and party lines,” said jobs, servicemen overseas — there’s something for in a very real way, is the same as voting. You’re just letting someone else vote for you.” the 25 year old, who has an undergraduate degree in everyone.” Falconer has a unique perspective medical anthropology from the University of Toronto. The page, Just the Issues: Kootenay-Columbia Elec- on one issue. His father, David (most tions 2015 at facebook.com/kootenayelection, offers recently principal at Canyon-Lister west lead him first to Vancouver then to Calgary in the late 60’s. In Calgary he more than just neutral explanations by Falconer. All Elementary School) was a Chilean began a career in oil exploration which five Kootenay-Columbia candidates — Bill Green political refugee with a Jewish backtook him to the furthest reaches of this (Green), Don Johnston (Liberal), Wayne Stetski ground. As a Canadian eligible for citgreat country. (NDP), David Wilks (Conservative) and Christina izenship in Chile and Israel, Falconer Cass met Carolynne (Robertson) in his early 30’s and in 1982 they were married. Yahn (Libertarian) — have been invited to partici- has looked closely into Bill C-24, the They settled in Windermere BC where most controversial topic that’s been pate on the page. they raised their two beautiful children discussed on his page. Tess and Ryan. Cass switched from Oil exploration to “I think people have working for his brother Joe in the late 90’s been very surprised at which took him to Vancouver. Enjoying how far-reaching it is,” the beauty and nature of the coast, Cass and Carolynne made the move to Fanny he said. “I think people Bay in 2005. Cass continued to work are concerned that if in Vancouver and other parts of BC they’re eligible for other however would strive to be on the island th citizenship, it puts their every minute he could. May 25 1948 – Cass was known for his laughter, wit, own Canada citizenship th knowledge and appreciation of music. 2015 September 16 in jeopardy.” He was a loving father, friend, uncle, “Cass” as a lot of people knew him passed brother and husband who will be missed The Syrian refugee criaway Sept 16, 2015 after a short but by many. Cass did not want any service sis is another current courageous battle with cancer. only that you raise a glass and listen to a topic that has created a Cass was second child born to Aileen and favorite tune and remember good times. lot of discussion on Just Joseph Leo Cassidy, in Sudbury Ont. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations May 25, 1948. He had six brothers and made in Cass’ memory to Canada Red Creston resident, Robert Falconer, 25, is the creator of a new Face- the Issues. sisters, Aileen, Mary Jo (Christopher), Cross or BC Cancer Society would be The page’s followers book page that is attracting a lot of attention across the ColumbiaPatricia (Matti), Peter (Tara), Joe (Kim) appreciated. Kootenay riding. Photo submitted have expressed their and Mike (Sujo). Arrangements entrusted to Comox Valley

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Backyard farming in Areas F, G to be examined Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) will be undertaking public consultation to find out the opinion of residents on small-scale backyard agriculture in RDEK Area F and Area G communities. Agriculture and keeping farm animals of all kinds is permitted throughout the rural areas of the Upper Columbia Valley, but is not permitted in towns such as Wilmer, Edgewater, Windermere, Fairmont Hot Springs. The consultation deals with extremely local scale agriculture — specifically beekeeping or having hens in backyards. “It’s not allowed on single family residential parcels (in Area F and Area G). This is a conversation around should we take a look at possibly allowing it,” said RDEK planner Kris Belanger. “It’s really just an engagement session. We want to gauge if people living in these smaller (unincorporated) residential communities are interested in this.” The consultation will also seek residents’ opinions on allowing higher fences

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around gardens, for the purposes of keeping wildlife out. “Sometimes the height of fences allowed for in the bylaw is not enough to keep an adult elk or a large mule deer, for instance, out of your garden,” said Mr. Belanger. The topic was identified as a priority project by the RDEK board of directors during the board’s priority setting process earlier this year. The consultation will likely take the form of a survey, as well as at least two in-person consultation sessions held in the Upper Columbia Valley. Although exact dates have yet to be determined, Mr. Belanger said he thought it likely the consultation would happen some time in October or November. “The results of the survey and engagement will then inform the next steps, if any,” he said. Mr. Belanger added that, given the fall timeline of consultation, any action arising from it likely won’t taken place until at least 2016. Incorporated municipalities in the Upper Columbia Valley, such as Invermere, Radium Hot Springs and Canal Flats, will not be affected by the consultation, since each municipality sets its own bylaws on such matters.

Valley schools promote early development Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com Pre-schoolers have an opportunity to grow linguistically, emotionally and socially to help get prepared for school. The StrongStart BC Early Learning Outreach Program will be provided at three schools in the Columbia Valley: Edgewater Elementary School, Martin Morigeau Elementary School in Canal Flats and Windermere Elementary School — as part of Rocky Mountain School District programming. All of B.C.’s 60 school districts have been offered the opportunity to participate in the StrongStart BC Outreach Program and the province is investing $43 million to expand the program. The Rocky Mountain School District will receive funding for the StrongStart program that will cover the costs of start-up, learning materials and this year’s operating costs, including staff, professional development, supplies and healthy snacks. “Rocky Mountain School District is proud to offer StrongStart programming at Alexander Park in Golden, Blarchmont Early Learning Hub in Kimberley, Edgewater Elementary, Martin Morigeau in Canal Flats and Eileen Madson in Invermere,” said Jennifer Turner, assistant superintendent of schools, learning services and early years, by email. “StrongStart Programs provide, for children from birth to five and their parents or caregivers, a rich, play-based early learning environment

designed to support language, cognitive, social and emotional development. Through StrongStart, qualified early childhood educators lead learning activities where children find opportunities to gain friendships and enhance skills, while family members learn new ways to support their child’s development and make valuable connections with community supports and a network of others attending the program. Additional information about community programs and services is available at schools that offer the StrongStart programs. The new program was rolled out in rural communities that do not have early learning programs and is geared toward helping children with developmental growth and helping to familiarize children with a school-like setting. “The StrongStart BC Outreach Program is unique in that it brings the benefits of the program to smaller and more remote B.C. communities,” said Education Minister Shirley Bond. “In some communities, there is limited access to early learning opportunities, or there are a small number of preschool-age children. This innovative program reduces barriers for those children to attend a StrongStart BC Program.” StrongStart BC programs are intended to fulfill the government’s election platform to produce the besteducated, most literate jurisdiction on the continent; and throne speech commitments to use under-utilized school district space as centres to deliver early learning services.

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Radium’s Ambassador has waved goodbye to the folks at Tourism Radium. The Village of Radium Hot Springs council accepted Dee Conklin’s written resignation letter at the regular meeting on Wednesday, September 9th. “We got a letter from Dee, which indicates that she is stepping back from the role that we created for her,” said Clara Reinhardt, Village of Radium Hot Springs mayor, who asked Mr. Read for further information. Mr. Read replied, “I believe she felt that she had accomplished what she had hoped in terms of getting (Radium event co-ordinator) Patrick (Tolchard) on his two feet

and introducing him to being a liaison between Tourism Radium, so she felt it was time to move on.” Ms. Reinhardt accepted the information from Mr. Read’s meeting with Ms. Conklin. She added that Ms. Conklin has offered to make herself available in the future if the village needed an extra set of hands or support. Ms. Conklin encouraged council to use the balance of her own stipend for Patrick Tolchard’s salary in her resignation letter. “Patrick has proven himself to be very capable and goes above and beyond to get the job done,” she stated. “I know if you break his hours down, he is truly donating much of his time to make sure the events are successful.” See A5

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Canfor taps into Radium water quality concerns Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com

The Village of Radium Hot Springs does not believe that Canfor’s plans to work in the Forster Creek area will impact the water quality in the community, according to chief administrative officer Mark Read. “We have been closely involved with Canfor’s plans to operate within our watershed and we are satisfied with their operational plans and contingencies,” he explained by email. “Canfor has identified protection of the watershed as their primary policy, and this priority has guided the development of these operational and environmental protection plans.” The Village of Radium Hot Springs has used Forster Creek as its primary source of drinking water since 1981 for approximately 800 year-round residents with up to 2,000 weekenders during the summer season. As a result, the total raw water supplied in 2011 was 435 megalitres (1 megalitre equals one million litres). Canfor has plans for forestry development over the next three years for summer, fall and winter harvesting as well as road building in the south and north portions of mid-Forster valley. According to the Forster Creek Source Assessment report prepared for the Village of Radium Hot Springs, Forster Creek is a tributary to the Columbia River that enters from the west side of the Columbia Valley opposite Radium. The Forster Creek watershed and source water ar-

eas has a 167 square-kilometre basin with sub-basins including Irish Creek, Welsh Creek, Upper Forster Creek and Forster Creek residual. There is an emergency agreement between the Village of Radium Hot Springs and Parks Canada in place, which would allow Radium to alternately draw water from the Parks water system that supplies the hot springs facility in Kootenay National Park on the eastern side of town if it loses access to the Forster Creek water supply. The Columbia River is being evaluated in a preliminary concept to be considered as an alternate water supply in the future. “As plans are firmed up, updates will be provided through our detailed public consultation processes,” said Corinne Stavness, Canfor director of external affairs. “To date, Canfor has undertaken extensive consultation with local governments, stakeholders and the general public.” Read added the proposed logging not only meets requirements, but could also benefit the popular recreation area in the future. “The continuance of an active logging operation within the watershed will reduce the threat of wildfire,” he explained by email. “Simply allowing forest in-growth and increased fuel loading would only increase the threat of watershed devastation from wildfire.” But there could be some unexpected challenges to cope with, he explained.

“We acknowledge that the area is a multi-use destination and we have actively involved ourselves in facilitating shared use of the area,” said Read. “We expect that logging will have an impact on the recreational uses, but exactly what those impacts may be are difficult to assess. “For example, there may be beneficial impacts with the road being maintained further up the drainage, thereby reducing snowmobile travel distance to access the alpine. This shorter distance will certainly reduce wear and tear on the Windermere Snowmobile Association’s groomer.” Canfor has confirmed that some existing roads will be upgraded and new sections of road will be constructed, but insists that they have met the requirements to operate in the area without hampering or hindering the water quality for residents in the Village of Radium. “In terms of water quality, Canfor completed a Hydrogeomorphic Assessment (hydrological assessment) in October 2012 and shared information and strategies with the Village of Radium Hot Springs,” wrote Staveness by email. “Canfor also participated in the Village of Radium Forster Creek Source Assessment process as part of an anticipated Drinking Water Protection Act requirement. Road building and forestry operations will follow required assessments and professional recommendations to reduce the risk of any impacts to water quality and quantity.”

Police watchdog group makes presence known Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The new Ministry of Justice watchdog organization — the Independent Investigation Office (IIO) — was in Invermere two weeks ago, giving a presentation to council. At the Tuesday, September 8th council meeting, IIO senior investigator Ralph Krenz outlined the organization’s aim to provide oversight of the province’s RCMP and its mandate to investigate onduty and off-duty police incidents that involved serious harm or death. The program began in 2012, and has since been making introductory presentations to local councils across the province. “Serious harm constitutes anything from a broken limb up to death,” said Krenz, adding that that harm must comes as result of police action (instead of the police simply being on scene while harm happened) for the Independent Investigation

Office to have jurisdiction. The office is composed of former border services officers, former coroners, former lawyers, former police officers, former conservation officers and and former Canadian Security Intelligence Services (CSIS) officers. Previously, such “serious harm” incidents had been investigated by outside police forces (the Vancouver RCMP would investigate “serious harm” incidents in Kelowna, for instance), but the Justice Ministry felt a more independent organization was an even better option. “A major goal for us has been to improve the timeliness of the investigations of serious harm incidents. Previously they had taken up to two years to complete, which was far too long,” said Krenz. “We aim for a six-month timeframe from when the incident occurs to us issuing a report and then the Crown deciding whether or not to recommend charges.” Since the IIO began in September 2012, it

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CONKLIN from 4 Her feedback was welcomed by council; however, it remains unclear if Ms. Conklin’s suggestion will be pursued. “It was a very gracious resignation,” concluded Ms. Reinhardt. When asked about the decision that could follow regarding the stipend, Mr. Read replied by email stating that he will be re-evaluating Mr. Tolchard’s position and contract at renewal time. “At this point,” he wrote, “I am not certain what changes may occur to the duties attached to the event co-ordinator position.”

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NICOLE TRIGG editor@invermerevalleyecho.com Less than a month to go before Canada’s federal government is decided and it’s anyone’s guess what the next federal leader is going to look like on October 20th. According to the latest Ipsos Reid national poll at www.electionalmanac.com on Monday, September 21st, the Liberals had surged ahead. Meanwhile, on Poll Tracker just before The Echo’s Monday press deadline, the Conservatives were leading with 30.5 per

cent support and seat projections at 126, with the NDP having lost their lead, dropping to 29.8 from 31.1 per cent support. Locally, the lay of the land in is a little less muddy. The ball in B.C. seems to bounce back and forth between Conservative and NDP courts with the Liberals trailing in third place. The most recent poll available on Election Almanac before The Echo went to press had the NDP way ahead of the pack in B.C. with 36 per cent support. And according to www.threehundredeight.com, the Kootenay-Columbia is one of the ridings predicted to hand its

seat over to the NDP. Since 170 seats are needed to win a majority and the numbers are revealing this to be an unlikely outcome given the tight three-way race this election is shaping up to be (and contrary to popular belief, pollsters randomly dial both land lines and cell phones as well as conduct online surveys). Since many experts predict Stephen Harper won’t stay in office long if he doesn’t get a majority, Canadians can almost certainly expect a new leader, one way or another. Almost. The only poll that really counts is election day.

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have written many times checking every single boat MLA EPORT E about the need for the proentering the province from vincial government to vigorother jurisdictions. ously protect our lakes and In the two-week summer rivers from some particularly session of the B.C. Legislachallenging invasive species, ture, the BC NDP proposed quagga and zebra mussels. legislation similar to Alberta’s These mussels are from Rusthat would require the inspecsia originally but, many detion of all boats coming into ORM cades ago, this invasive speB.C. The BC Liberals chose cies became established in to ignore the proposal, but the Great Lakes region. And we intend to continue to raise just last year, they came to Manitoba. this important issue. While the zebra mussel has predators in The B.C. Liberal government has been unEurope, those predators are rare in North der tremendous pressure to do something America. An adult zebra mussel can sur- to stop the infestation, and they have revive for a number of days out of water, acted to this pressure by setting up mobile which allows them to be transferred from checking units; and the Columbia Basin water body to water body on boats. Trust has funded some additional stations, Once established, zebra and quagga mus- but these are clearly half measures. sels cannot be eliminated from our lakes Columbia Lake, St. Mary River, Winderand rivers, and the impacts they will have mere Lake, Revelstoke Lake: just some of are profound and costly. the critically important bodies of water in It only makes sense, economically and this area that must be protected from zeenvironmentally, to keep zebra and quagga bra and quagga mussels. mussels out of B.C.’s lakes and rivers by To properly check all boats coming into

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British Columbia at every point of entry would likely cost over $2 million each year, but the impact of a zebra and quagga mussel infestation is estimated in the range of $100’s of millions per year in the Great Lakes area alone. Better an ounce of prevention when there simply is no cure. British Columbians must demand that their government not stop at half measures. We cannot allow our lakes and rivers to remain unprotected. And I do not accept the argument that we can’t afford to take action — and neither should you. Remember, in their last budget, the BC Liberals gave a $135 million a year tax break to B.C.’s richest 2 per cent. When you can afford to do that, there is no question that there is enough money to protect our province against an infestation that will devastate our environment, and our economy. 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.

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search studies have shown that regular s the new school year begins, Mental Health for children and teens will feel more CHILDREN &YOUTH sit-down family dinners are associated with increased self-esteem and school stress and pressure. A certain amount success and lower rates of eating disof stress in our lives is normal and helps orders, alcohol and substance use, and drive achievement. In fact, learning how feelings of depression or thoughts of to cope with stress and deal effectively suicide. with the demands of life are important • Limit and monitor screen time: Soskills that teens and young adults must cial and peer group issues for many develop to have happier, healthier, more R. AVID youth cause greater stress than acaproductive and resilient adulthoods. demic pressure. In previous generaKids have always experienced stress. tions, home was a refuge from that soIn my practice, however, kids seem more stressed than ever — by academic demands, cial stress. Now social media amplifies that stress by parental pressure, by the constant social media 24/7. Set limits for time spent online, and monitor presence in their social relationships, and by their what is happening with your youth online. Talk to own expectations of themselves and their fears for your kids about how to be safe and how to conduct themselves with social media. the future. • Ensure enough sleep: Young children need at The 2013 McCreary Adolescent Survey of 60,000 B.C. youth found that 83 per cent of all youth said they had least 12 hours of sleep a night and teenagers at been stressed in the last month. Girls are more likely least nine or ten, but many are getting much less. than boys at every age to report extreme stress — feel- Adequate sleep reduces stress and increases coping ing so stressed that it prevented them from function- skills. Don’t let kids sleep with their cell phones or ing properly. When stress builds with no release, it can laptops as late night screen time, as well as texts and emails, prevents good quality sleep. Limit caflead to anxiety, depression, and despair. As the school year starts, here are seven proven feinated drinks; make sure you model good sleep steps that you and your kids can take to better cope habits, too. • Get regular exercise: One of the best ways to manwith stress this year. • Have a family routine: The more reliable and regu- age stress is to move. Recent studies have found that lar the routine at your home, the more stable and in activity out-of-doors, such as walking or running in control your children will feel. Regular times for get- nature, has great stress reduction power too. • Don’t over-schedule: A certain amount of extrating up, going to bed, doing homework, having dinner, doing chores, and engaging in extracurricular curricular activity is good for kids — it teaches them activities all enable children to create a schedule for new skills, creates new friends, gives them exercise. themselves and know what to expect. Numerous re- But so many young people have so much on their

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plate they become overwhelmed and exhausted. Give them unscheduled downtime, too. • Engage in activities that provide personal value and meaning: Studies show that engaging in activities that help youth feel connected to the world and provide personal value and meaning are good for stress reduction. This can mean something different for everyone and can take the form of religious worship, nature walks, meditation, uplifting art, music, or books or any other spiritual connection that helps provide purpose and perspective to our lives. • Learn some key stress-reduction skills: Cognitive behavioural techniques (CBT) like relaxation breathing, visualization, mindfulness meditation, thought stopping, “chunking” big tasks into smaller, doable pieces and other skills can help manage stress. In the next column, I will talk in depth about some key CBT skills that we all should know how to do. In the meantime, check out these B.C. links for helpful articles and tips on stress and youth: keltymentalhealth.ca; anxietybc.ca; healthlinkbc.ca; mindcheck. ca. The B.C. chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association has information and an interactive stress test, see cmha.bc.ca/files/stress.htm. Dr. David Smith is an adolescent and adult psychiatrist and the medical director of the Okanagan Psychiatric services for Interior Health. This series of columns on common child and youth mental health issues is a project of the Child and Youth Mental Health and Substances Use Collaborative. The Collaborative is jointly funded by Doctors of BC and the government of BC and recently won a national award for mental health initiatives given by the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

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Resort, who suffered a spinal cord THURSDAY OCTOBER 1ST injury. Family fun by donation from 3 - 6 p.m. $25 a ticket at Bicycle Works • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic Design and Arrowhead Brewery. 7 p.m. Training. Please pre-register. evening festivities begin including a • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC Open gym. silent auction at 8 p.m. and DJ Curly G.

• 7:30 p.m.: SYC movie and popcorn.

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the Lions Hall, Invermere Crossroads, to announce the funding details and construction schedule for the abattoir. Everyone welcome.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER. 7TH

• 12 p.m.: Senior’s Lunch at the • Radium colours, a Fall artist Invermere Legion. $5 at the door. SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH retreat Oct 2nd - 4th. Visit www. RSVP by calling 250-342-9281 ext 1227 RD WEDNESDAY SEPT • 9 -11 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast every radiumhotsprings.com for details. or emailing events@invermere.net • 5 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) Sunday at the Edgewater Legion. • 10 a.m.: Invermere Public Library • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphics Course (prepizza party. ½ off memberships and Baby Goose program. Using rhymes, sign up). • 1 p.m.: CV Rockies vs. 100 Mile free pizza for youth ages 12 - 18. House Wranglers at Eddie Mountain finger plays and stories, this • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. program encourages early language THURSDAY SEPT 24TH Memorial Arena. • 5 - 7 p.m.: SYC Cooking night. development and is for parents with • 10:30 a.m.: Preschool story time at • 1 p.m.: 2nd Annual Friends Helping babies and toddlers up to 18 months. the Invermere Public Library. Join us Furry Friends Golf Tournament at FRIDAY OCTOBER 9TH for stories and a craft. For preschool Spur Valley Golf. 9 hole scramble, BBQ • 6:30 p.m.: Pork Schnitzel Dinner at • 6:30 p.m.: Ham Dinner at the steak dinner and great prizes. $75, all the Invermere Legion. $15/person. aged children and their caregivers. Legion. $15/person. Reservations recommended. Call 250- Invermere • 4 p.m.: SYC Graphic Design Training. proceeds go to GALS. For registration Reservations recommended. Call call 250-688-1511 or email aaron. 342-9517 Meat Draw and 50/50. Please pre-register. 250.342.9517 Meat Draw and 50/50. sarson@gmail.com. • 7 p.m.: SYC pool tournament. • 6 - 7 p.m.: Wiggling Worms Workshop • 8 p.m.: SYC Movie and popcorn held at 1535 - 14th Street, Invermere, • 4 - 5:15 p.m.: Babes on Blades, ladies RD night. SATURDAY OCTOBER 3 $30, everyone welcome. Learn how you fun hockey. Sundays, $200 for the can keep composting all winter! We entire season. Call Christine at 250- • 3rd Annual Butterfly Barn Dance. Thanks to the on-going generous will be sharing knowledge regarding 341-7700 for more information. support of Bob and Barbara Shaunessy composting and, more specifically, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH we will once again be hosting our Barn vermiculture. Learn how we can utilize red wigglers to help reduce • 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness Dance at Historic K2 Ranch. This year your waste and produce the best and Skills for Life. Please pre-register. there will be an option to join us for a country bar-b-que dinner prior to compost at the same time. For more Call for deatils. the dance. Iron Zipper, the K2 Ranch information visit groundswellnetwork. TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29TH house band, will be our headliner. ca/event/wiggling-worms-workshop/ • 11a.m. - 5 p.m.: Purcell Mountain This promises to be another fun-filled or call 250-342-3337. Painters & Headwaters Art Society evening of laughter and dance

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Art Show at Pynelogs Art Gallery • 10 a.m.: Invermere Public Library from Sept 29th to Oct 11th. For more Baby Goose program. Using rhymes, infomation visit columbiavalleyarts. ﬁnger plays and stories, this com program encourages early language • 5 p.m.: SYC Rockband Competition. development and is for parents with • 6 - 8 p.m.: Lego Club every Tuesday babies and toddlers up to 18 months. at Radium Public Library.

• 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Oktoberfest at the Invermere Legion. All ages activities. Live music, beer garden, Bratwurst scavenger hunt, bouncy castles, inside market and lots of contests.

• 5 p.m.: SYC pool tournament.

• 7:30 p.m.: The Beagle Ranch performs live at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. INVERMERE LIBRARY Tickets $20, students $10, available at • Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m Tiffany’s Threadz and Pynelogs or call • Wednesday: 10 a.m - 8 p.m. 250-342-4423. • Thurs – Saturday: 10 a.m - 5p.m.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: MDT Backyard Chickens. • 6:30 p.m.: Salmon Bake at the Everything you need to know about Invermere Legion. $15/person. raising chickens in your backyard. Reservations recommended. Call 250- Contact info@groundswellnetwork. 342-9517 Meat Draw and 50/50. ca or phone 250-342-3337 or visit g r o u n d s w e l l n e t wo r k .c a /e v e n t / SATURDAY SEPT 26TH backyard-chickens-3/ • 9 a.m.: Headbanger Trail Challenge WEDNESDAY SEPT 30TH & Festival Sept.26 and 27 at Radium ball diamonds. Headbanger Trail • 5 p.m.: SYC trivia night. Prizes for 1st Challenge offers 3, 5 or 10 km runs and 2nd place. in support of the Columbia Valley • 6 - 9 p.m.: Free Little Warriors Greenways Trail Alliance. Pre-register Prevent It workshop at J.A. Laird at crazysoles@telus.net or by phoning Elementary School. For people 19+. 250-342-2074. This workshop is aimed at educating

• 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Invermere Fall Vendor Bender, at the Invermere Community Hall. A shopping extravaganza, demonstrations on site, fun and exciting products to try. Door prizes and surprises. Donations in support of ICAN with a Twoonie or Canadian Tire Money welcome at the door.

• 6 - 11 p.m.: competition.

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• 4 p.m.: SYC Homework help, • Tuesday: 6 - 8 p.m. Employment Readiness (pre-sign up) • Wed - Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m. and Skills for life (pre-sign up). • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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• 1 p.m.: Basin Business Advisors • Mon - Friday: 10 p.m. - 4 p.m. Program is offering a free 1.5 hour workshop called ‘Me Inc.’ for aspiring INVERMERE THRIFT STORE adults to prevent child sexual abuse. entrepreneurs who would like to • Thurs - Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information phone 780-922- start their own business. Registration 9010 or email preventit@littlewarriors. required. Please visit bbaprogram.ca RADIUM THRIFT STORE • Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or call 1-855-510-2227. ca or visit littlewarriors.ca

• 8 - 10 p.m.: Liam, Dylan and Roman of Brandon, Manitoba based Until Red playing at 5225 Fairmont Resort Rd, in Fairmont Hot Springs. Visit www. • 3 - 10 p.m.: A fundraiser for Forrest untilred.com for more information Campbell, at Panorama Mountain

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Lego Club every Tuesday • Fri - Saturday: 12 - 4 p.m. at Radium Public Library. • 5 p.m.: SYC pool tournament.

SUMMIT YOUTH CENTRE • Tuesday: 5 - 9 p.m.

• 7:30 p.m.: The Windermere District • Wednesday: 4 - 9 p.m. Farmers’ Institute’s Open House at • Thursday: 5 - 9 p.m.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Using multiple mediums to convey meaning Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com

Carol Gordon has been inspired to use her life experiences as the foundation for a journey into creative arts. She will be exhibiting writing, photography and painting projects at Pynelogs Cultural Centre until 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 26th. “As I delve into the heart of an issue in my life, I write about it and then paint from the energy of the place that it has taken me,” said Ms. Gordon, artist. “That has been a regular routine for me.” She believes each medium gives voice to the issues that come up for her artistically. “I photograph what I see from my outer eye, I paint what I feel from my inner eye and I write from my heart,” she explained, “what inspires, concerns or perplexes me and am striving to understand.” However, the journey has not been short or easy. “I have found that life experiences are like the food we eat — they need digesting,” she added. “Some seem inconsequential and move easily through us. Other slam into us. We feel indigestion.” But, ultimately, Ms. Gordon uses the emotional energy coursing through her body as an energetic experience to be exhibited through a wide variety of mediums. She is eager to hear from the community about how her artwork makes others feel. “I have become aware that the emotional and energetic impact our experiences have on us can be short or long-lived,” she concluded. For more information, visit carolgordon.ca.

Counterclockwise from top right: Carol Gordon at the opening night of her Pynelogs exhibit on September 18th (James McElroy photo); Ms. Gordon’s writing overlaid on a photographs; a photo collage; a watercolour painting of Lake Louise — these and other pieces by Ms. Gordon are on display at Pynelogs until September 26th.

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KIJHL

Rockies edge out Rebels

BREANNE MASSEY breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The Rockies and their supporters breathed a sigh of relief as the Junior B team snagged their first win of the season late last week. The Columbia Valley Rockies won 5-3 against the Castlegar Rebels at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, September 18th. “I was happy,” said Rockies head coach Wade Dubielewicz, when asked about his reaction to the win. “We had a really good week of practice and the guys came out with a lot of (desire) to compete in them.” Kellen Marchand scored a goal with an assist from Luke Bellerose and Malcom Fenelon at 13:50, which was promptly followed by another goal from Kolton Robb, who was assisted by Tristen Gavin at 12:42 — bringing the Rockies up to 2-0 by the end of the first period. The Rebels made a comeback, which brought the game to a 2-2 tie during the second until Luke Bellerose and Nolan Menard each scored a goal. Nolan Menard scored the fifth and final goal for the Rockies’ first win of the season. He was assisted by Michael Cardinal and Ryan St. Jean. “For the most part, it was a pretty solid game and that was really rewarding,” said Mr. Dubielewicz. “It was a really good game all around.”

Rockies gave their fans a boost when they beat the Castlegar Rebels on home ice at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, September 18th. Top photo by Amanda Nason/Bottom photo by Breanne Massey

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Grizzlies beat Rockies

Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The Columbia Valley Rockies’ quest for success came to an abrupt end last weekend. At the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Saturday, September 19th, the Columbia Valley Rockies dropped 7-4 against the Revelstoke Grizzlies. “We’re still creating an identity as a group,” said Wade Dubielewicz, Rockies head coach. “We won last night and felt pretty good about ourselves. You see that a lot in new teams. They come out the next night, thinking that they can just show up and you end up getting your butts handed to you.” The Rockies did most of their scoring in the second period, garnering a total of three goals then. During the third, the Rockies added one more goal to the board, but could not come back from a loss against the Grizzlies. The Rockies rank 4-1-3 in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) standings at this point, but Mr. Dubielewicz is still holding out hope for improvements from the team this season. “The first part of the season is going to be about learning about our team, and how we respond to those kind of lessons,” he said. The next Rockies games will be away against the Beaver Valley Nitehawks in Fruitvale on September 25th before competing against the Creston Valley Thundercats on September 26th. The Rockies will play at home again against the 100 Mile House Wranglers at 1 p.m. in Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on September 27th.

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Scoring Leaders Player 1. Kurtis Redding 2. Jason Richter 3. Dario Piva 4. Rainer Glimpel 5. Braden Fuller 6. Jack Mills 7. Alec Wilkinson 8. Eric Buckley 9. Allan Pruss 10. Cole Keebler

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Goaltending Leaders (min. one game played) Player Team GAA SP W 1. Logan Sawka CGR 0.00 1.000 1 2. Zane Steeves 1MH 0.50 .980 2 3. Michael Lenko REV 1.00 .973 1 4. Brandon Wells BVN 1.00 .964 2 5. Joseph Barton NEL 1.00 .889 1 6. Tyson Brouwer KIM 1.60 .949 2 7. Brady Lenardon KEL 1.68 .942 2 8. Jacob Mullen KAM 1.89 .917 2 9. Mitch Traichevich KIM 2.03 .933 0 10. Matthew Huber SUM 2.50 .902 2

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Following their win against Castlegar the night before, the Rockies suffered a 7-4 defeat in the claws of the Revelstoke Grizzlies on Saturday, September 19th. Photo by Breanne Massey

Part-time Casual Youth Workers Are you creative, passionate, energetic and love working with youth? If so, the Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society is looking for you! We are currently hiring part-time/casual Youth Workers for the Summit Youth Centre in Invermere. Successful applicants will work with youth ages 12 to 18 years old providing supervision at the Summit Youth Centre and other related programming. Evening and weekend shifts. Youth workers are organized, self-motivated, creative and willing to work as a team member. Experience working with youth is an asset, training provided. Wage is commensurate with experience. Clean RCMP criminal record check a must. apply with resume to: Kelsey Prichard at summit.centre@gmail.com, or by mail: Box 133, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0. For more information visit our website, www.invermeresummityouthcentre.org, or call 250-342-3033. Deadline for application to be received is Friday, September 25th, 2015. Potentially successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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On Tuesday, September 8th, members of the Fairmont Mountainside Ladies Club met to dedicate a golf course bench commissioned by the club in memory of Sue MacDonald. Sue, who passed away in November 2013, was a long-time and active member of the Fairmont Mountainside Ladies Club. She also co-chaired the Fairmont Ladies Amateur Tournament for a number of years. The bench was supplied through Mountainside Villas and stands near the forward tees on Hole #18. PHOTO SUBMITTED FIRST from A2 Many of these topics do not get meaningful media coverage because they are too complicated for snappy sound bites, but the people attending this forum were bold enough to bring them up for discussion, and the candidates turned out to be thoughtful, responsive, and inspired by the freedom to develop and test out their ideas in such a setting. There were moments of clash between candidates on some the topics, especially around carbon tax and cap and trade, financial and incentives for green innovation. One controversial suggestion was to bring in the Tobin Tax, a .01 percent tax on all bank transactions. Money would go into a poverty elimination plan. Bank of Canada could implement this as a pilot project to see if it could make a difference to poverty in Canada, and, if so, the World Bank might be persuaded to adopt it. The meeting was full of ideas leading in diverse directions, but it remained civic and respectful. Sometimes party linethinking was displayed, but it was not indulged, and listeners and candidates themselves would not hesitate to dismiss simplistic talking points. The event was a very intense two-and-a-half hours long, but at the end participants were not exhausted, but excited. To develop a depth of policy suggestions, the meeting should have been a two-and-a-half day or week-long conference — part of the training for all candidates seeking national elected office. If prospective MPs were to learn how to interact with their constituents in such a lively, open and non-partisan way, democracy and policy-making would be the better for it. The three candidates had their own conversation when the discussion breakout occurred. The big question that they posed back to the assembly was: “What would you like Canada to be known for?”

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We are feeling... F L U S H E D ! Water System Flushing

Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater The Regional District of East Kootenay will be doing its annual water system flushing between September 14, 2015 - October 16, 2015 Users in Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater may notice temporary water discolouration for a short period of time. If there is any discolouration of water, please run your cold water taps until the water is clear. For more information on the flushing program, contact: Joel Bilodeau RDEK Senior Operator jbilodeau@rdek.bc.ca 1-250-342-0063

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Literacy skills are an essential part of everyday life SUBMITTED Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy

THE IMPORTANCE

More than half a million British Columbians face significant challenges because of limited literacy skills, whether it’s an inability to read the newspaper, or a lack of understanding of important financial or health documents. Literacy skills are vital to all British Columbians because they are a necessary part of everyday life and impact everything from healthcare to employment and economic status. Literacy is no longer just the ability to read or write. It encompasses a much wider scope of daily activities, including using technology, doing calculations, communicating verbally and in writing, and problem-solving. This month, Black Press, Kootenay Savings Credit Union and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) are joining forces to raise funds Help make a difference and donate to literacy programs in our comPhoto submitted and awareness about the importance of literacy munity. immigrant communities, those in the workforce, and the with the 5th Annual Reach a Reader campaign. The campaign will culminate with community leaders economy as a whole. CBAL’s executive director, Ali Wassing, says: “Literacy and volunteers hitting the streets across the Columbia Basin and Boundary to distribute special editions of local skills are essential for a vibrant B.C. economy, so adpapers and collect donations in support of community- dressing limited levels benefits everyone. We would encourage anyone who is affected by literacy issues to tap based literacy programs. The Reach a Reader campaign coincides with Decoda into the many resources and literacy programs available Literacy Solutions’ Literacy is Life Campaign — a prov- in their community.” To find out more about literacy in the Windermere Valince-wide fundraising and awareness campaign designed to put a human face on literacy and shed light on how ley, contact Katie Andruschuk at wvcoordinator@cbal. low literacy affects children and adults, Aboriginal and org or go to cbal.org.

OF LITERACY Literacy Matters for the Economy • A one per cent increase in literacy levels would raise Canada’s productivity by 2.5 per cent, or an estimated $32 billion boost to our annual GDP. Literacy Matters for Health • Thirty per cent of those with high literacy say they have excellent health, compared to 19 per cent of those with low literacy. • Researchers estimate that three to five per cent of total health care costs are due to limited understanding about health information. This translates into $680 million each year in B.C. Literacy Matters for Seniors • Literacy skills may decline with age due to health problems and lack of use. Over 70 per cent of seniors have low literacy. • Seniors with low literacy may have problems filling out pension forms or understanding medical information.

Support Reach a Reader on October 7 Every dollar raised will support literacy programs in the Columbia Valley!

The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), Black Press, Decoda Literacy Solutions and Kootenay Savings Credit Union are partnering to raise funds for literacy programs in the 5th Annual Reach a Reader Campaign.

On October 7th we will be partnering with the CV Rockies and other volunteers to hand out free copies of the Echo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at a variety of locations in Invermere. When handing out the free Echos we will be asking for donations to help fund local literacy initiatives undertaken by CBAL.

Can’t be there? Donate online at cbal.org.

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SPORTS

Still time to sign up for The Valley Echo’s hockey pool Staff Invermere Valley Echo

The annual Invermere Valley Echo NHL hockey pool has returned for another season. Every entrant in the contest gets to pick one player from each of the 24 groups below — the more points your players collectively score throughout the hockey season, the higher you score in the pool… the higher your chances of winning! Last year, over 100 people joined in. Entry is free and whoever scores the most points in any one week will win a weekly prize — a $10 gift card for Tim Horton’s. The end-of-season grand prize is two rounds of golf with a cart at the Copper Point Ridge course on the east side of Highway 95 and at Copper Point course on the west side of Highway 95, which will be awarded to the participant with the most points overall. “We want to help keep the community engaged in the game,” said Amanda Nason, Invermere Valley Echo spokesperson. “The Echo’s hockey pool is one of the longest-standing wagers in the valley and we want everyone to participate this year. Thank you for the continued business support of this feature.” Entry forms need to be filled out and dropped off at the valley newspapers’ office at #8, 1008 8th Avenue in Invermere, across from the Community Hall, by Wednesday, October 7th. Check The Valley Echo each week to find out if you’re a weekly winner — if you see your name, drop by the office to pick up your prize.

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Rules: Choose one player from each category. Enter the answer to the three tie- breaker questions. The entry with the most points at the end of the regular season will be declared the winner. In the event of a tie, the tie breaker questions will be used to determine the winner. If it is still tied, a random draw will be made. Drop off your entry to The Valley Echo at #8 1008 - 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. or email it to customerservice@ invermerevalleyecho.com. The deadline to enter is October 7th, 2015. Prizes to be announced. No purchase necessary.

Group 1: Forwards Crosby, S (PIT) Ovechkin, A (WAS) Seguin, T (DAL)

Stamkos, S (TB) Tavares, J (NYI) Voracek, J (PHI)

Group 4: Forwards Datsyuk, P (DET) Foligno, N (CBJ) Hudler, J (CGY)

Pavelski, J (SJ) Sedin, H (VAN) Toews, J (CHI)

Group 7: Forwards Couture, L (SJ) Eberle, J (EDM) Landeskog, G (COL)

Monahan, S (CGY) Palat, O (TB) Steen, A (STL)

Group 10: Forwards Carter, J (LA) Krejci, D (BOS) Thornton, J (SJ)

van Riemsdyk, J (TOR)

Vrbata, R (VAN) Wheeler, B (WPG)

Group 13: Forwards Callahan, R (TB) Kuznetsov, E (WAS) Little, B (WPG)

Marleau, P (SJ) Okposo, K (NYI) Simmonds, W (PHI)

Group 16: Forwards Bjugstad, N (FLA) Bozak, T (TOR) Galchenyuk, A (MTL)

Scheifele, M (WPG) Toffoli, T (LA) Zibanejad, M (OTT)

Group 19: Defence Doughty, D (LA) Faulk, J (CAR) Josi, R (NAS)

Keith, D (CHI) Markov, A (MTL) Wideman, D (CGY)

Group 22: Goalies Bishop, B (TB) Holtby, B (WAS) Lundqvist, H (NYR)

Price, C (MTL) Quick, J (LA) Rinne, P (NAS)

Group 2: Forwards Benn, J (DAL) Giroux, C (PHI) Johnson, T (TB)

Malkin, E (PIT) Perry, C (ANA) Tarasenko, V (STL)

Group 5: Forwards Forsberg, F (NAS) Gaudreau, J (CGY) Nash, R (NYR)

Pacioretty, M (MTL) Parise, Z (MIN) Zetterberg, H (DET)

Group 8: Forwards Duchene, M (COL) Kopitar, A (LA) Nugent-Hopkins, R (EDM)

Oshie, T (WAS) Spezza, J (DAL) Tatar, T (DET)

Group 11: Forwards Hornqvist, P (PIT) Huberdeau, J (FLA) Iginla, J (COL)

Ladd, A (WPG) McDavid, C (EDM) Nyquist, G (DET)

Group 14: Forwards Desharnais, D (MTL)

Gaborik, M (LA) Jagr, J (FLA)

Vanek, T (MIN) Saad, B (CBJ) Strome, R (NYI)

Group 17: Defence Burns, B (SJ) Giordano, M (CGY) Karlsson, E (OTT)

Letang, K (PIT) Shattenkirk, K (STL) Subban, P (MTL)

Group 20: Defence Ekblad, A (FLA) Ekman-Larsson, O (ARI)

Green, M (DET)

Hamilton, D (CGY) Hedman, V (TB) Pietrangelo, A (STL)

Group 23: Goalies Andersen, F (ANA) Dubnyk, D (MIN) Fleury, M (PIT)

Halak, J (NYI) Luongo, R (FLA) Rask, T (BOS)

Group 3: Forwards Backstrom, N (WAS) Getzlaf, R (ANA) Johansen, R (CBJ)

Kane, P (CHI) Kessel, P (PIT) Sedin, D (VAN)

Group 6: Forwards Hall, T (EDM) Hossa, M (CHI) Kucherov, N (TB)

MacKinnon, N (COL) Schwartz, J (STL) Stone, M (OTT)

Group 9: Forwards Bergeron, P (BOS) Brassard, D (NYR) Plekanec, T (MTL)

LOCAL NEWS Project postponed Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com A request to continue construction on the Copperhorn Chalets development in Radium has been made. The action stems from a Remedial Action Requirement sent from the Village of Radium Hot Springs to 876334 BC Ltd. on August 12th — the group that took over the title from a foreclosure action on a large syndicated mortgage for the Copperhorn Chalets. In the requirement, Village of Radium Hot Springs chief administrative officer Mark Read requested the six multidwelling buildings be either completed or demolished within 90 days from the Remedial Action (before approximately November 13th). The 876334 BC Ltd provided the structural report from Nelson Engineering Inc. dating back to February 26th, which states the existing buildings are in reasonable condition, but there are areas that will require remedial work such as: loft floor deflection, water damaged floor sheathing, damaged floor joist for mechanical plumbing installation, exterior timber deck framing and exterior concrete slab. However, the Village of Radium Hot Springs has requested that 876334 BC Ltd provide an envelope report (Business and Marketing Plan) to determine the cost information behind the project and an estimated time of arrival. A decision on 876334 BC Ltd volunteer Jack Levy’s request to continue working on the project with investor shareholder David N. Murphy has been postponed until the regular the Village of Radium Hot Springs council meeting scheduled for October 14th.

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O'Reilly, R (BUF) Ryan, B (OTT) Stepan, D (NYR)

Group 15: Forwards Filppula, V (TB) Gallagher, B (MTL) Hoffman, M (OTT)

Kane, E (BUF) Kesler, R (ANA) Lucic, M (LA)

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Streit, M (PHI) Weber, S (NAS) Yandle, K (NYR)

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Kronwall, N (DET) Krug, T (BOS) Muzzin, J (LA)

Group 24: Goalies Bobrovsky, S (CBJ) Crawford, C (CHI) Hiller, J (CGY)

Miller, R (VAN) Schneider, C (NJ) Varlamov, S (COL)

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Lions Walk-A-Thon raises $4,000 for regional health care DONNA GRAINGER East Kootenay Foundation for Health

For the second year in a row the Lions Clubs of Windermere District, Fairmont, Wasa Lake and Golden (Zone E10) held a walk-a-thon to support the work of East Kootenay Foundation for Health. The four clubs walked in their respective communities and then met for a goodwill lunch hosted by the Windermere club. Lions’ members collected pledges resulting in $4,000 being dedicated to support equipment for the East Kootenay Regional Hospital’s maternity and pediatric unit. Lions meet the needs of local communities and the world. The 1.35 million members — who perform community service in 209 countries and geographic areas — are different in many ways, but share a core belief: community is what we make it.

The Windermere & District Lions Club was one of four Lions clubs that participated in the annual Walk-A-Thon fundraiser for the East Kootenay Foundation for Health. Photo submitted

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

2007 — Rosie Banville did her part during the TD Great Canadain Shoreline Cleanup on September 15th, asd participants pikced up debris and garbage along Lake Windermere. ECHO FILE PHOTO

years ago (1960): About 400 Lions Club members and their families attended a huge Lions Club picnic at Fairmont Hot Springs. The event was held for Lions Club members throught the ogranization’s Zone E.

years ago (1970): Invermere resident Allen Tegart proudly showed off the enormous 55-pound (24-kilogram) pumpkin he had grown over the summer. Mr. Tegart issued a challenge to all local farmers to see if anybody could grow a bigger one next year, before confessing he had no idea what he would actually do with his giant pumpkin. More than 40 years later Arrowhead Brewery owner Shawn Tegart would incorporate organic pumpkins into a seasonal craft beer.

years ago (1975): Regional District of East Kooteany (RDEK) planning technicians were looking to create more regional parks in the East Kootenay and

several sites in the Upper Columbia Valley were under consideration, including the beach near Athalmer (now James Chabot Provincial Park); the beach near Windermere; the space that has since become the ball diamonds near the Lions Club; the Baillie-Grohman canal site near Canal Flats; and the Lussier and Ram hot springs (both near Whiteswan Lake).

years ago (1985): An earthquake in Mexico made its presence known in the Upper Columbia Valley by muddying the Radium Hot Springs pools. At 7:45 a.m., just 28 minutes after the quake, pools supervisor Jim Jackson began to notice an increasing amount of silt appearing in the pool. By 2:30 p.m. so much silt had built up that it was no longer possible to see the bottom of the pools.

years ago (1995): The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) announced that it would

start allowing annual automobile insurance to be paid for by 12 monthly installments. The news was well-received by valley residents, with many of them saying they found the new system much more convenient than paying a lump sum annually, bi-annually or in quarters, which were previously on the only options.

years ago (2000): Then-Kootenay Columbia MP Jim Abbott was in Invermere to discuss the possibility of the TransCanada Trail running through the Upper Columbia Valley. The cross-Canada trail was first proposed in 1992 and currently the only official sections of it in the East Kootenay run from Kimberley to Wardner.

years ago (2005): Radium Hot Springs hosted another successful Show and Shine classic car show. The event drew 609 vintage car owners, one of them even coming from as far away as California.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Leg shank 5. Small amount 8. Roman emperor 10. Having ears 12. Innocent young woman 14. No wrinkles 16. Small coin (French) 17. 19 hundred hours 19. A way to inform 21. A seal or signet 22. Tobacco smoke residue 23. Tai language branch 25. Set afire 26. Partridge Family’s actress Susan 27. Canadian flyers 29. Faculties of perception 32. A light two-wheel carriage 34. Was ___ (looked at) 35. Appear with 37. Natives of Thailand 39. Hill (Celtic) 40. Runs PCs 42. Visualizes 44. Mistake 45. Riding horses 47. Point of purchase 49. Armless Aphrodite 53. Having negative qualities 54. Protective visual folds 55. Crystallized calcium carbonate mineral 57. Beach grains 58. One who presents a bond for payment 59. Car mechanics group 60. & & &

26. In a way, refutes 28. Zoftig 30. Fish, hair or inter 31. Mains 33. Fathers 35. Transparent eye membranes 36. Stray 38. Seafowl 39. 3 pip cards 41. Invests in little enterprises 43. Placards 44. 1st woman 45. Finds a sum 46. Thick piece of something 48. River in Hesse, Germany 50. Inner forearm bone 51. 1 of 2 contesting groups 52. Olive tree genus 56. Metal container

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Hasty reactions can lead to unnecessary problems, Aries. Instead of making assumptions, wait until you get a clear picture before you come to any conclusions this week

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may feel free and adaptable right now, but in reality your plans are much more fixed. You may not want to stray too far from what’s expected

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you can appreciate all the little details that come with tasks this week. You may see things that others don’t because you are paying extra attention to your surroundings

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, others are impressed with your analysis and ability to get the job done at work. Don’t be surprised if you soon find yourself in line for a promotion.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, the depth of your feelings this week may come as a surprise to you. Everything makes you feel a bit more emotional than usual. It is okay to spend some time in thought.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Right now you aren’t very happy about having to deal with someone who isn’t always honest with you, Capricorn. Just maintain a neutral attitude and you will find happiness.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 There is nothing wrong with trying to make special moments last as long as they can, Gemini. If you want to linger over a romantic dinner or keep the party going, do so.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, your mood begins to lift as you find many reasons to celebrate this week. The simplest things can bring you happiness. Don’t forget to share joy with others.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you appreciate all the positive feelings coming your way, especially in a week as challenging as this one. Make the most of all of the positive vibes.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Try to find a balance between your need for connection and a desire to be alone, Cancer. This week you may have to do some juggling, but it is nothing you can’t handle.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you can’t quite figure out if you are happy or sad, because each new opportunity seems like an emotional roller coaster. Enjoy the ride and appreciate the good times.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may have a hard time distinguishing between fantasy and reality the next few days. But enjoy the extra time to daydream.

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REGIONALNEWS

Fire reintroduced to East Kootenay ecosystem Fanny Bernard BC Wildfire Service

With the hot summer months finally winding down, BC Wildfire Service crews can now focus their efforts on the proactive burning of selected areas in accordance with the long-term plan of enhancing native plant and animal life as well as creating conditions for more fire-resilient communities. Historically, the Rocky Mountain Trench was an open valley bottom with very few trees present. Naturally-occurring low-intensity fires burned every five to seven years in the valley bottom, while more intense fires burned at about 20-year intervals at higher elevations. Since the absence of wildfires in recent decades, many areas have become overgrown and no longer represent the natural attributes of this unique biological zone. By increasing canopy openings, controlled burns enhance plant habitat by allowing more areas to be exposed to sunlight and precipitation. Once native plants repopulate the area, many animal species such as mule deer, elk and sheep once again use these areas as foraging grounds. The benefits of these planned ecosystem restoration burns are many, and include the improvement and rejuvenation of winter ranges for elk, deer and sheep. Reintroducing fire to this fire-dependant ecosystem ensures targeted trees will thrive while biodiversity is enhanced across the landscape. Low-to-

moderate intensity prescribed fire also returns the with the Environmental Management Act and the Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation. A prescribed burn area to its natural state. In addition to the important role wildfire plays in is ignited and continuously monitored by trained firemaintaining biodiversity, its role in protecting com- fighting crews to ensure the fire stays within estabmunities from catastrophic wildfires cannot be over- lished containment lines. In order to replicate the natustated. This past summer alone, previously burned ral process of fire on the landscape, fires are allowed to areas were a significant factor in the suppression of self-extinguish, thus consuming the accumulated fuels. For up-to-date information on the wildfire situation two interface fires within the Southeast Fire Centre. The 21,823-hectare Stickpin Fire, which grew quickly in B.C., please visit bcwildfire.ca. towards Canada on August 13th and 14th due to strong and gusty southerly winds, was considerably slowed by the lack of available fuel once it reached the previously burned-out area. Several of these prescribed ecosystem restoration projects are now awaiting suitable weather conditions in the East Kootenay area. Prescribed burns are only ignited when weather conditions are favorable and when the fire will not create excessive smoke. This is determined by carefully studying the venting index, temperature, humidity and wind conditions. The ventAn All Candidates Forum will be held at ing index is a measure of how quickly the David Thompson Secondary School smoke will disperse under specific theatre with all major federal party conditions. Every effort will be made to notify the public as to the exact candidates confirmed to attend. dates these burns will take place. All prescribed burns must comply

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The BC Wildfire Service is advising East Kootenay residents about prescribed burns that may cause smoke in the region. Pictured is a past ecosystem restoration burn in the Cherry Creek area near Kimberley. Photo submitted

The geographic locations of the prescribed ecosystem restoration burns planned for the East Kootenay are as follows: • Raymond and Donald Creek — These areas, totalling 450 hectares in size, are located in the Galton Range. Smoke from this prescribed burn will be highly visible from Highway 93 and the communities of Jaffray, Baynes Lake, Koocanusa and Elko. Once ignited, this area will be allowed to burn, under supervision, until the winter. • Wolf Creek — This 250-hectare planned burn is above Quartz Lake, in the Premier Provincial Park. Smoke will be visible from Wasa Lake and Highways 93 and 95. • Estella Face — This 150-hectare area is south of Lazy Lake. Its smoke will be visible from several areas, including Wasa, Highways 93 and 95 and Ta Ta Creek. • Burn Bottom — This 380-hectare scheduled burn is adjacent to the community of Kragmont, just outside of Baynes Lake. There has been previous slashing work done to this area. Smoke from this project will be visible from Highway 93 and the communities of Baynes Lake, Jaffray, Elko and surrounding areas.

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